When driving through the countryside north of Lanesboro, keep an eye on the road – especially near the Hazel farms. “Watch out for the worms!” pleaded Brian Hazel with a grin. “They do our tillage work.” The Hazel family’s deep ties to the land date back to the Great Depression. Brian’s grandfather, co-signed a note with a friend for property near where the bike trail now … [Read more...]
Houston County Residents Weigh in On Cannabis Fees and Special Use Vehicle Ordinance
The June 24 meeting of the Houston County Commission was called to order at 9 a.m. by Chairman Eric Johnson, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. In attendance were Commissioners Kurt Zehnder, Bob Schuldt and Greg Myhre. Commissioner Cindy Wright participated via Zoom. The board unanimously approve the agenda and the minutes from the June 17 regular meeting by roll call … [Read more...]
Caledonia Considers Land Purchases, Hears Downtown Parking Concerns
The Caledonia City Council went into closed session during its regular meeting on June 23 to discuss offers related to the purchase of property, in accordance with MN §13D.05. Following the closed session, City Clerk/Administration Jake Dickson announced that the council had discussed strategies for acquiring land from the school district for the North Warrior Avenue … [Read more...]
Celebrate Small-Town Spirit at Laura Days and Brownsville Days
Summer in the Midwest wouldn’t be complete without the joy of community celebrations. Two standout events are set to bring that spirit to life the weekend of June 27-29 in Bluff Country. Laura Days in Burr Oak, Iowa, and Brownsville Days in Brownsville, Minn., invite locals and visitors alike to enjoy rich traditions, local culture, and small-town charm. These events offer … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton Recognized for Bond Sale Success, Approves Budget and Teacher Contract
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...]