Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder confirmed that he is not seeking re-election at the June 24, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting of the Caledonia City Council. As discussed in a prior council meeting, Councilmember Amanda Ninneman has confirmed her candidacy for re-election, while Councilmember Robert (Bob) Klug has yet to announce his decision regarding re-election. Mayor … [Read more...]
Harmony’s Fourth of July Celebration: What’s New This Year?
Organizers have been busy planning Harmony’s annual 4th of July celebration. The festivities run throughout the week from Wednesday, July 3, through Saturday, July 6. “I am looking forward to my first jam packed 4th of July here in Harmony! So many fun activities happening this year, but I am most excited for the fireworks!” exclaimed Harmony Chamber of Commerce Executive … [Read more...]
MnDOT Gathers Feedback on Caledonia Roundabout
MnDOT (Minnesota Department of Transportation) District 6 staff held a public meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2024, to share information on the proposed Hwy. 44/76/North Kingston St. roundabout and gather feedback from Caledonia community members. Approximately 40 interested residents and business owners attended the meeting at the Caledonia city auditorium. After a short … [Read more...]
Houston County Auditor/Treasurer Ensures Transparency in Upcoming State Primary Election
On Tuesday, June 18, the Houston County commissioners authorized Interim Auditor Treasurer Polly Heberlein to create an Absentee Ballot Board and UOCAVA (Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act) Ballot Board for the upcoming State Primary Election on August 13, 2024. The following individuals were appointed to the absentee ballot board: Eliana Babinski, Mark … [Read more...]
M-C 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget Approved
The Mabel-Canton School Board approved the preliminary budget for the 2024-2025 school year during their regularly scheduled meeting on June 18. The projected student enrollment for 2024-25 is 270, slightly lower than the revised figure of 276 students for 2023-24. Business Manager Aimee Lake provided further details, noting changes in revenue compared to the previous year. … [Read more...]
Culture and Community – Smoking Hot!
New Albin’s City Meat Market has smokers so hot they give off smoke or steam. Around the clock, seven days a week, 360 days a year, the City Meat Market offers a continuous supply of fresh smoked meat thanks to the collaborative efforts of father and son duo, Alan Wuennecke and Joshua Dreps, and their staff. Outside the local grocery store stands a refrigerated meat vending … [Read more...]
Light Up The Sky
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...]