The Spring Grove School Board unanimously approved the 2026-2027 Spring Grove Student Handbook during its August 17 meeting. Principal Matt Rosaaen said the handbook was updated to reflect new dates and staff changes. He also noted that the Table of Contents and Appendix, which had been removed the previous year, were added back based on feedback from parents. Rosaaen said … [Read more...]
Relay For Life of Fillmore County Announces 2026 Guest Speakers
The Relay For Life of Fillmore County planning committee has announced this year’s guest speakers. Kim Carfizzi will share her cancer journey during the Survivor’s Tea, while Kathy Hawkins will share her story during the Community Supper. This year’s event will be held Saturday, August 29, at the Fountain Community Center in Fountain, Minnesota. The schedule includes the … [Read more...]
CPR and AED Saved a Life at Mabel-Canton School
Mabel-Canton School Superintendent Michael Harvey emphasized the importance of CPR training and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) during the school’s August 18 meeting, sharing a recent incident in which CPR and an AED helped save a life. Harvey gave a “huge shout-out” to the school’s custodial staff, noting that their work goes beyond keeping the building looking … [Read more...]
Houston County Board Approves Plan to Discontinue County-Run License Center
Houston County commissioners voted August 18 to begin the process to discontinue county operation of the driver’s license center and support a private entity to provide driver and vehicle services to Houston County residents. County officials said the decision was driven by staffing challenges at the license center, including a recent retirement and an employee on leave. … [Read more...]
Sidney and Marion Myhre Century Farm: Strong Family Ties
The picturesque Myhre farm at 19240 Old Highway 76, Caledonia, will be recognized as a Century Farm at the Houston County Fair on August 20 during the awards ceremony. The Century Farm program recognizes historic, multi-generational family farms that have been in continuous family ownership for at least 100 years. The program is co-sponsored by the Minnesota State Fair and the … [Read more...]
Fill Up at Spring Valley Ag Days
Spring Valley Ag Days, August 18-23, dishes up a menu of culinary delights that are sure to please everyone’s palate. Planning committee volunteer Stacey Rath shared, “Ag Days has so many food options for our community event.” Here’s a quick look at some of the food available at this year’s Ag Days celebration. Rath said the drive thru community picnic at First State Bank, … [Read more...]
Mabel City Council Approves CUP After Public Hearing
The Mabel City Council held a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) request from Greg and Linda Turner before the regular city council meeting on August 12. Greg Turner clearly explained the couple’s intention, “We are applying for a conditional use permit to place a portable building on a vacant lot (Gjere addition, lot 8, block 1) for a building permit. The … [Read more...]
Caledonia City Council Hears Presentation From N0765MN Representatives
Representatives of the NO765MN coalition appeared before the Caledonia City Council on August 10 to provide an update on the proposed Gopher to Badger 765kV transmission line. Houston County landowner Charlie Wray and former Director of Houston County’s Public Health and Human Services John Pugleasa shared an informational sheet published by NO765MN titled, “Our Loss. Their … [Read more...]
Let the Good Times Roll in Canton
Canton Day Off returns August 14-16 with three days of food, music, games, family activities and community tradition in downtown Canton. Don your purple, green and gold attire and get ready for some fun. Organized by the Canton Community Association, the 147th annual celebration brings together longtime residents, former students and surrounding communities for the town’s … [Read more...]
Houston County Commissioners Reports on Meeting with Dairyland Power Cooperative
The August 4 meeting of the Houston County Board of Commissioners was held in County Board Room 222 in the Historic Courthouse. Commissioners Greg Myhre and Cindy Wright, County Engineer Brian Pogodzinski, and County Coordinator Brent Parker met with 765 transmission line representatives from Dairyland Power Cooperative within the last week and gave their report. Chairman … [Read more...]