The Mabel-Canton School Board was formally recognized by Ehlers & Associates during its regularly meeting on June 17, following the successful sale of school building bonds. Jodie Zesbaugh of Ehlers announced the award of the bonds to Baird out of Milwaukee, and the board unanimously approved the resolution ratifying the sale of the building bonds by roll call vote. … [Read more...]
Houston County Board Wraps up Routine Business in Swift Meeting
The Houston County Commissioners convened for their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 17. Chairman Eric Johnson promptly called the meeting to order at 9 a.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Commission members present included Chairman Eric Johnson, Cindy Wright, Bob Schuldt and Greg Myhre. Commissioner Kurt Zehnder was absent. The board unanimously … [Read more...]
Spring Grove Welcomes New School Board Member and K-12 Principal
President Stephanie Jaster called the Spring Grove School Board meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. on June 16. The meeting began with the oath of office administered to newly appointed board member Ashley Olson. All board members were present, including President Jaster, Myriah Klug, Kelly Rohland, Lisa Myhre, Rhan Flatin and Ashley Olson. A motion by Rohland, seconded by Klug, … [Read more...]
Music in the Bluffs Concert Series Returns
This summer, experience the charm of Whalan, Minnesota, with the return of the popular Music in the Bluffs outdoor concert series. Nestled along the scenic Root River in Fillmore County, surrounded by limestone bluffs, the series brings live music to Whalan Park Gazebo for a third consecutive year. The free concerts invite locals and visitors alike to relax among the bluffs … [Read more...]
Daycare Shade, Zoning, Property Issues Top Mabel Council Meeting
The Mabel City Council held its regularly scheduled council meeting on Wednesday, June 11, with Mayor Adam Wilder convening the meeting at 6 p.m. Council members present included Kirsten Wyffels, Tina Bakke, Valerie Arnold and Kelly Sand. Staff members present were City Clerk Karen Larson and Public Works Director Robert Mierau. The meeting began with the approval of the … [Read more...]
Caledonia Council Hears Legislative Update
Caledonia City Council members gathered at city hall for their regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, June 9. The meeting was called to order at 6 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Jeremy Leis and council members Robert (Bob) Klug, Amanda Ninneman, David Fitzpatrick and John Rauk were present. City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson presented his annual … [Read more...]
Eitzen Plans for Fourth of July Festivities, Community Center Improvements
Mayor Jeff Adamson called the regularly scheduled Eitzen City Council meeting to order at 6 p.m. on June 10. Among the highlights of the meeting were updates on the town’s much-anticipated Fourth of July celebration and discussions surrounding the proposed improvements to the Eitzen Community Center. Mayor Adamson lightheartedly confirmed that the straps on his stilts are good … [Read more...]
New Location, Same Passion: MDGA Spring Show Shines in Southern Minnesota
The Minnesota Dairy Goat Association (MDGA) Spring Show was held in late May at the fairgrounds in Preston - marking the first time the event has taken place this far south in the state. Several MDGA board members expressed excitement about the new location and shared their hope that the show will return to Preston next year. An exhibitor even remarked that the building is the … [Read more...]
Houston County Commissioners Address Tax Abatements, Staffing Changes, Facility Improvements
The June 3 Houston County Commission was called to order by Chairman Eric Johnson with the Pledge of Allegiance at 9 a.m. The board unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the previous board meeting held on May 27. Commissioners present included Cindy Wright, Eric Johnson, Kurt Zehnder and Bob Schuldt. Greg Myhre did not attend in person but called in and … [Read more...]
Celebrate “The Good Old Days” in Peterson, MN
Celebrate heritage, community, and tradition on June 21 in the charming town of Peterson, Minn., during its beloved Gammel Dag festival, Norwegian for “the good old days.” Held on the longest day of the year, this vibrant celebration offers a unique opportunity to experience Peterson’s rich Scandinavian roots in a fun and festive atmosphere. Secretary Gail Barnard-Boyum, … [Read more...]