Chairman Eric Johnson called the regularly scheduled meeting of the Houston County Board of Commissioners to order at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, July 23, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Dewey Severson, Chairman Eric Johnson, Robert Burns, Bob Schuldt and Grey Myhre, with Schuldt attending remotely via Zoom, necessitating roll call votes for all decisions. The agenda … [Read more...]
Letter about Earnhardt’s Commentary
To the Editor, Well, Saturday the 6th of July was a beautiful day, and having finished mowing the lawn, I came in to spend some quiet time with The Fillmore County Journal. Nancy Earnhardt’s commentary piece caught my eye, and like Ms. Earnhardt, I felt obliged to respond. As a shepherd of some 40-plus years, I very much appreciated Ms. Earnhardt’s comments about the … [Read more...]
Houston County Appoints Interim Administrator, Declares State Of Emergency
At the July 16 regularly scheduled meeting of the Houston County Commission, the board appointed Finance Director Carol Lapham as the county’s interim administrator effective July 16. She will serve in this capacity until December 31, 2024. Houston County taxpayer Michael Warner expressed his support for Carol Lapham as interim administrator. Based on his personal experience … [Read more...]
Passport Not Needed
A passport is not needed to experience the heritage and culture of the Scandinavian countries of Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Iceland during the 57th Annual Nordic Fest celebration in Decorah, Iowa, July 25-7. This year’s Nordic Fest theme is Uff Da! Uff Da is a familiar Norwegian phrase heard throughout Bluff County and is said after hearing bad news. “Nordic … [Read more...]
M-C Prepares For the New School Year
Chairperson Cristal Adkins called the July 18 regularly scheduled meeting of the Mabel-Canton School to order at 6 p.m. and led her colleagues in the Pledge of Allegiance. The board approved the meeting agenda as amended and the June 20 meeting minutes as written. Board members present included Cristal Adkins, Chris Miller, Mark Weidemann, Dustin Tollefsrud, Traci … [Read more...]
Caledonia Supports Roundabout
Caledonia city staff recommended that the council approve Resolution 2024-05 in support of the Highway 44/76 roundabout at the regularly scheduled council meeting on July 8. The council unanimously approved the resolution. According to the resolution, the city not only supports the project but “is responsible for 100% of all costs associated with the construction of North … [Read more...]
Mabel To Follow County Cannabinoid Ordinance, Discusses Night Out
At the July 10 Mabel City Council meeting, the board unanimously passed resolution number 2024-07 concerning the public use of cannabinoids. This resolution aligns with Fillmore County’s ordinance number 20240423, which governs the use of cannabinoids in public places. Mayor Adam Wilder called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. In addition to Mayor Wilder, council members Kirsten … [Read more...]
Eitzen Habitat Home Making Progress
At the July 9 Eitzen City Council meeting, Mayor Jeff Adamson proudly announced, “We have progress!” referring to the Habitat for Humanity home. The water and sewer were hooked up today, July 9, at the Habitat Home. A community build day at the home on 103 Iowa Avenue North is scheduled for August 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers can register at online or stop by the … [Read more...]
It’s A Rush
By Charlene Corson Selbee Looking for something to do this weekend? Head to Bluff Country for the annual Rushford Days celebration. Rushford, a charming town of 1,845 people, nestled along the rushing Root River in Southeast Minnesota, hosts activities for all ages at its annual celebration from July 17-21. Catch RASA’s (Rushford Area Society for the Arts) Arsenic & Old … [Read more...]
Heavy Rain Leads To Area Flooding
Fillmore and Houston counties, which faced a drought last year, are now contending with excessive rainfall this summer. The change in weather resulted in flooding in both counties. Neither county has reported any injuries due to flooding. However, both counties are experiencing significant cleanup efforts and are replacing gravel on roadways due to runoff. Fillmore County … [Read more...]