With the Fourth of July just days away, one of the highlights of Fourth of July celebrations is undoubtedly the fireworks displays. “We shall go wild with fireworks... And they will plunge into the sky and shatter the darkness.” -Natsuki Takaya The array of colors that illuminate the sky during firework displays are generated by various minerals. Strontium … [Read more...]
When Will the Caledonia Wastewater Treatment Plant Be Completed?
The Wapasha Construction Company was awarded the Caledonia Wastewater Treatment Plant construction contract on September 13, 2021, with a notice to proceed on October 8, 2021, and a final completion date of September 28, 2023. The Caledonia City Council were notified at their June 10 council meeting that the plant is not scheduled to be completed now until June 30, 2025. Mayor … [Read more...]
Mabel Residents Encouraged to Complete Survey
At the June 12 Mabel City Council meeting, Public Works Director Robert (Bob) Mierau and City Clerk Karen Larson stressed the importance of Mabel residents completing a short inventory survey. According to a public notice, “The City of Mabel is working to complete an inventory of all service lines within the water system as part of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) … [Read more...]
Fat Pat’s Brewery is Open for Business
The long-awaited moment has arrived: Fat Pat’s Brewery, located in the heart of downtown Spring Grove, Minn., is officially open for business. Owned by Patrick Longmire Jr., along with his wife Jayme and friend Chelsea McManimon-Moe, the brewery is located at 130 E. Main St., once an automotive repair shop, now transformed into a vibrant hub for socializing and five-star food … [Read more...]
Harmony Welcomes Two New Veterinarians
Following their graduations from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU) and the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine (UMN), Dr. Jillian Fisher and Dr. Dennis Fischer, respectively, joined the Harmony Veterinary Clinic. It’s quite a coincidence that the clinic ended up hiring two vets with similar last names. The only distinction between … [Read more...]
Experience the Charm of Yesteryear at Laura Days
Burr Oak, Iowa, population 234, comes alive on June 21, 22, and 23, at the town’s annual Laura Days celebration. The first annual Laura Ingalls Wilder celebration held in 1976 recognized the Ingalls family’s arrival in Burr Oak in 1876 and honored the county’s bicentennial. Driven by the dedication of two part-time staff members and the volunteer board of the Laura Ingalls … [Read more...]
Eitzen Resident Frustrated Over Lack of Progress on Habitat for Humanity House
Eitzen resident Linda Stocks voiced her frustration regarding the lack of progress on the Habitat for Humanity house at the June 11 Eitzen City Council meeting. Stocks asked, “When are we going to see some process on the house?” The mayor called the regularly scheduled meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. Council members, including Mayor Adamson, Emily Burrichter, Mitch Lange, Mitch … [Read more...]
Prepare for Caledonia’s Founder’s Day Festivities!
Get ready to join the festivities with the residents of Caledonia as they mark the town’s annual Founder’s Day celebration, happening from June 13 to 15. This three-day event unfolds amidst the picturesque backdrop of the town’s historic downtown area. No need to fret about going hungry during this community celebration. Alongside five local restaurants, a coffee shop, a … [Read more...]
Berquam – Krogstad Family Farm Recognized as a Sesquicentennial Farm
The Berquam-Krogstad Family Farm, located at 16851 Heritage Road, Section 30, Caledonia, Houston County, Minn., has been honored by the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) as a 2024 Sesquicentennial Farm. The Houston County farm is one of 44 recipients recognized in 2024. According to the MFBF, “To qualify, a family farm must be in continuous family ownership for at least … [Read more...]
Houston County Commission Commends Law Enforcement at Recent Meeting
Houston County Commissioner Eric Johnson recognized several outstanding individuals at the June 4, 2024, commissioners meeting. Among them were Sgt. Travis Lapham, Sgt. Zack Swedberg, Deputy Isaiah Bunke, Deputy Calvin Nagle, Dispatcher Brady Auger, Dispatcher Chad Ready from the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, along with Officer Kaleb Peterson from the La Crescent Police … [Read more...]