Sport Now that Gilbert is middle-aged, six in dog years, 42 in human years, coaxing him off the old couch to go for a run is a bit harder than it used to be. However, once outside, his tail sets to wagging as Lu leads him off at a trot. I once thought that if I stretched every time Gilbert did, this old set of bones might move more easily. The thought of movement made me … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2017
Rushford digs into proposed budget and levy
As it is September, municipalities in the county are all tightening down their proposed budgets and setting their maximum levies. At the Rushford Council meeting, Monday, September 11, the case was no different, as the council reviewed the proposed changes. Prior to budget and levy talk, the council voted to approve labor contract agreements. The agreements were recently … [Read more...]
Dementia Caregivers’ 8-week Support Series to be held in Harmony
ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony in conjunction with Heartland Hospice will be offering a Dementia Caregiver Support Series in Harmony. This series of weekly gatherings will be held on Tuesday afternoons 2-3 p.m. starting on September 19, 2017, through November 7, 2017. This will be held at Clara House Senior Living facility’s community room at 355 Main Ave. North, Harmony, Minn. … [Read more...]
Houston School Board sits down for self-evaluation
The Houston School Board met in the library of Houston Public High School for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 7, 2017. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham, along with Board members Bonner, Wilson, Stillin, Evenson, and Carlson. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board unanimously approved the night’s agenda and opened the meeting to public … [Read more...]
Ask a Trooper
Question: Is it legal to wear earplugs or headphones driving a vehicle in Minnesota? Does the decibel rating matter? Answer: State statue says that no person, while operating a motor vehicle, shall wear headphones or earphones that are used in both ears simultaneously for purposes of receiving or listening to broadcasts or reproductions from radios or other sound-producing … [Read more...]
County proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Sarah Monroe, Fillmore County Victim Services, Kari Berg, Corrections Services, and Anne Detlefsen, Family Services, asked commissioners to proclaim October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month at the board’s September 12 meeting. Events planned to bring attention to domestic violence include “Soup for the Soul” to be held October 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the courthouse … [Read more...]
Cross Country
Hayfield Invite (K-M (25) beat P-E-M (70) for boy’s title. Kingsland finished 11th (of 11). Wesley Dean (49th of 129) was the top Knight runner. Z-M/K-W (45) beat Byron (71) for girl’s title. Kingsland was incomplete (of 10 full teams). Zoe Scrabeck (40th (of 109) was the top Knight runner. Meet at the Oaks Golf Course) La Crescent ‘Crazy Buffalo’ Invite (La Crescent … [Read more...]
Ostrander to fill mayor and police vacancies
The Ostrander City Council met on September 13 in regular session, with all members present (Erin Volkart, Pam Kunert, Clerk Chris Hyrkas, Heidi Jones and DJ Start). Sarah Chounard addressed the council, saying she’s aware the current water tower will eventually be moved to a different location, and she asked, “Could I purchase the lot the water tower (currently) sits … [Read more...]
Mabel continues to take action against property owners
Two property owners remain in violation under the “nuisance” ordinance for failing to clean up their residences. Darrell Peterson and Matt Bankes have been given repeated warnings and deadlines. The final clean-up deadline is September 20. Upon inspection on that date, if these property owners have not complied, the City of Mabel will proceed with criminal citations and/or … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Regina Katherine Belmer, 49, Evansdale, Iowa; 8/1/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Bettie Jane Bibler, 67, Granger, Iowa; 7/31/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Ethan James Brink, 21, Mabel, Minn.; 8/3/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Donovan C. Chandler, 33, Taylor, Wis.; 6/11/2017, … [Read more...]