Thoughts of “pets” are generally connected with a person’s home, however, Tim Lanning has been known to share his family’s pets with those coming into his Spring Valley business. On January 2, 2004, Tim became the manager of T.J.’s Liquor right next to Sunshine Foods off Highways 63/16 on the north side of Spring Valley. Many area residents will remember the gentle English … [Read more...]
Local family deals with effects of black mold
Scott and Trish Johnson were ecstatic when they bought their home in Preston, Minn., in January 2016. After working hard and saving money they were able to purchase the home they had been dreaming of. Two years later their lives were turned upside down when a drastic black mold problem was discovered throughout the house. On January 22, 2018 there was a winter storm that … [Read more...]
Whalan City Council accepts resignation
The city council of Whalan, Minn., will have an empty council seat to fill, as council member Wyatt Berekvam informed the council of his resignation at the March 12, 2018, council meeting. The regularly scheduled monthly meeting was called to order at 5 p.m. by Mayor Marlys Tuftin. Council members present included Kim Berekvam, Everett Johnson, Wyatt Berekvam and City Clerk … [Read more...]
Stay ahead with Tail’s End Services
When you live your life caring for livestock, there are certain dirty jobs that come with the territory. Tail’s End Services, LLC can lighten your load when it comes to hauling manure. Jeff Passow, owner of Tail’s End Services, grew up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, graduated from Cochrane-Fountain City High School, and planned on becoming a farmer following graduation. … [Read more...]
Get your pet’s hiney shiny in Spring Valley
We all love our pets and we love them even more when they are squeaky clean and sporting a new haircut. There is a new business in Spring Valley, Minn., that will pamper your pet while giving them a makeover. The Shiny Hiney is now open at 142 N. Broadway in Spring Valley. Owners of the full service dog grooming business, Bruce and Shelly Skindelien, are very excited to … [Read more...]
Journey to Growth holds public meeting in Chatfield
A lot of positive and forward-thinking information was shared during the Journey to Growth Public Meeting held on March 1, 2018, at Chatfield Center for the Arts in Chatfield, Minn. If you have not heard of Journey to Growth (J2G) or have heard the name but are not sure what it is all about, these public meetings are very informative as well as a great opportunity for … [Read more...]
A leader in trailer sales
When you have a passion for something, the best way to be truly happy is to somehow include that passion into your daily life. Dennis “Denny” Grell, of Denny’s Trailer Sales, has not only managed to do that, but he has also built a very successful business around it as well. “I love horses,” states Denny, “and I decided to get into selling horse trailers” and other … [Read more...]
Hoof it over to Spring Valley Vet Clinic
When an emergency situation occurs with your animal, it is comforting to know that there are people who can help and will respond to your needs immediately. Spring Valley Veterinary Clinic of Spring Valley, Minn., has a competent and caring staff that will help put your mind at ease whether facing a medical emergency or routine services for your large or small animal. Dr. … [Read more...]
It all adds up for local Math Wizards
Competition was fierce but friendly at the final Math Wizards meet for the season, which was held in Chatfield on Monday, February 12, 2018. Students from 12 different schools were excited to be together and anxious to get started on their individual and team tests. Math Wizards consists of students in grades five and six that possess competitive math solving skills. … [Read more...]
Whalan council reaches out for wireless coverage
As the City of Whalan continues to search for a possible solution to the inefficient and mostly absent cell phone service in Whalan a new step has now been taken. The city council has made a phone call and sent a letter to Senator Amy Klobuchar asking for assistance. Residents continue to be concerned about the lack of cell phone reception especially as warmer weather draws … [Read more...]