It’s been a long year, or longer, for the Rushford Village Council when it comes to road projects, specifically, the 2016 improvement projects. It was stated at the Tuesday, June 20 council meeting that a formal letter had gone out previously to McHugh Excavating, the contractor on the project. In the letter, the city indicated that should remaining punch list items from the … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2017
Kingsland preps for 2017-18 year
A regular meeting of the Kingsland School Board was held June 19. Members in attendance were Ann Oeltjen, Jackie Horsman, Tiffany Mundfrom, and Heather Betts, along with Superintendent John McDonald. Doug Plaehn and Deb Larson were absent, so Oeltjen led the meeting. No visitors had signed up to address the board. The board heard a budgetary update from Business Manager … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Academy a big success
“I thought it was eye-opening and interesting,” Spring Valley resident Tyler Schiltz said about the recent Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy. “I would definitely recommend it to others.” Fillmore County Sheriff Tom Kaase remembered the last Citizens’ Academy taking place in 2009, which was before he took office. Having worked in the Rochester Police … [Read more...]
Two By “Fore”; FC Girls State Runner-Up
They’ll kick themselves for a little while. They’ll rehash those three-puts that could’ve been two’s, or curse those puts that just lipped out, or fret that wayward drive that led to a six or a seven, or lament not staying mentally strong that one hole, buckling down to save one stroke. They’ll spite that one hole at Pebble Creek Golf Course in Becker, cup on a ridge, sucking … [Read more...]
Sauer Starts, Broadwater Ends Strong at Boys State Golf
While the Fillmore Central girls’ team was a big story at state golf, an individual Falcon also wrote a great narrative, at least for the first 18 holes. Senior Delton Sauer went out and shot a 38 and a 39 to start the state meet. His 77 had him sitting tied for fifth overall after Day One. He was one of just four golfers with two sub-40 scores Day One. It was his best … [Read more...]
Spring All-Conference/All-State Awards
A trio of softball All-State selections highlight the spring sports awards. Chatfield freshman Lexi Chase (P/OF) is one of six Gophers named All-TRC. Chase also was selected 2nd Team Class AA All-State. She was All-State Honorable Mention last year. Carlie Berge (freshman P/1B), Belle Berg (sophomore SS), Shelby Isensee (sophomore C), McKenna Daniels (freshman 3B), and … [Read more...]
Houston Council orders road and utility improvement to subdivision
The Houston City Council met at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 12 at Houston City Hall. In attendance were Mayor Olson, Administrator Peterson, Deputy Clerk Hegland and council members Knutson, Krage, and Schutte. Following the pledge, the council opened the meeting to public comment. One citizen stated he had questions about an item on the agenda, and Mayor Olson replied that … [Read more...]
Preston Emergency Service receives American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award
Preston Emergency Service has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Bronze Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks. Every year, more than 250,000 people experience an ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), the deadliest type of heart attack caused by a blockage of … [Read more...]
Houston School Board debates budget for tech upgrade
The Houston School Board met at 6 p.m. in the library of Houston Public High School on Thursday, June 15. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and Board members Norlien, Bonner, Wilson, Stillin, Krage and Evenson. Board member Carlson arrived soon after the Pledge of Allegiance. After approving the agenda and seeing no public comment, the board moved on to consent items. … [Read more...]
Sue’s Muse
Gilbert stories Our yard is lush and green after the recent rains. The recent waves of heat have made it necessary to venture out early in the day or later in the evening to garden, mow, or play. Gilbert is still trying to shed more of his winter coat. When he hears the ice machine, he will appear at my side. I slip him a piece of ice and he happily runs off with the cool … [Read more...]