No passport is required for the annual Wykoff Fall Festival this weekend, September 27-29. You don’t need to travel to Germany to experience Oktoberfest-Wykoff’s fall festival brings the festive spirit of Germany’s Oktoberfest right here to town. Tapping of the keg kicks off the festivities at noon on the festival grounds. This year’s grand marshals are Garry and Becky … [Read more...]
M-C School Board Members Recognized
Superintendent Gary Kuphal recognized the Mabel-Canton (M-C) school board members at the September 17 regularly scheduled school board meeting. He thanked them for all their work and presented each board member with a certificate of appreciation, noting that September is Minnesota School Board Recognition Month. Chair Cristal Adkins called the meeting of the Mabel-Canton … [Read more...]
Farm Safety Advice From a Man Who Knows Firsthand the Dangers
Caledonia resident Jim Hoscheit, who knows firsthand the importance of farm safety, offers two key pieces of advice, “Respect the equipment; they are very powerful pieces of machinery.” Continuing, Jim added, “Don’t be in a rush even though you might have a shortcut for something that takes that extra 10 seconds, five seconds, two seconds. Don’t put yourself in harm’s way.” … [Read more...]
Mabel Approves 2025 Tax Levy and Purchase of Two Generators
Mabel Public Works Director Robert (Bob) Mierau presented two quotes at the September 11 city council meeting for approval: one for a permanent standby generator for the community center and one for a mobile diesel generator for the lift stations. Mierau mentioned that he has been advocating for years for the city to purchase these generators in case of an emergency, noting, … [Read more...]
Eitzen Habitat House Scheduled for Completion By End of October
Executive Director Kahya Fox, Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region, answered at the September 10 Eitzen City Council meeting that the Eitzen Habitat house is expected to be completed by the end of October. Mayor Jeff Adamson called the regularly scheduled meeting of the Eitzen City Council to order at 6:03 p.m. Councilors, including Mayor Adamson, Emily … [Read more...]
Round 1: Caledonia Reviews Proposed Budget and Levy
On Monday, September 9, 2024, the Caledonia City Council met in regular session to discuss the proposed 2025 budget and levy. Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members present were Bob Klug, Amanda Ninneman, Mayor Schroeder, and Ryan Stenzel. David Fitzpatrick was absent. The council unanimously … [Read more...]
A Week of Pink Dolphins, Local Delights, and Unexpected Encounters
Linda Tripp King from Mabel, Minn., spent an exhilarating week-long adventure on the Amazon River and is excited to share her experience with Fillmore County Journal readers. It was her first visit to Brazil, and her journey was filled with surprises and memorable moments. Joining King for the interview were her first cousin Rhan Flatin and his wife Selma, who both played … [Read more...]
Houston County Approves Disaster Abatements
At their regularly scheduled meeting on September 3, 2024, the Houston County Board of Commissioners approved two disaster abatements. The first abatement was for La Crescent resident Gary Eddy, due to a vehicle accident that resulted in a car damaging their garage. The abatement amounting to $381 is for the last four months of 2024. Eddy will not be applying for a credit … [Read more...]
Brownsville Council Holds Public Hearing to Vacate Second Street N.
The Brownsville City Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Meyer at 7:06 p.m. on September 4. Councilmembers Barb Hurley, Pam Walhovd, Bill Fitzpatrick, Tim Klug, and Mayor Meyer were present, constituting a quorum. City employees present included City Clerk Steve Schuldt, Dean Twite of City Maintenance, and City Treasurer Jenna Knight. Brownsville Mayor Jean Meyer … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Relay for Life Raises Over $67,000 Despite Challenges
The Fillmore County Relay for Life, held on July 12 in Spring Valley, Minn., was a resounding success, with 13 teams raising over $67,000 so far in 2024. Despite unforeseen challenges, including downtown flooding just days before the event, organizers Brenda Stier and Rita Bezdicek (above right) worked tirelessly to ensure the event went on as planned, salvaging essential … [Read more...]