MiEnergy Vice President Member Services Kent Whitcomb and Solar Connections Commercial Solar Specialist Brok Johnson met with the Mabel-Canton School Board on Tuesday, May 21 to discuss the feasibility of installing a solar array at the school. No action was taken as there are more questions that must be answered. The Minnesota Solar for Schools grant would cover up to 70% of … [Read more...]
Fish for Free
Have you been wanting to teach your kid(s) how to fish? Maybe you have been wanting to learn how to fish or introduce a friend or family member to fishing? If so, gear up and venture into the great outdoors for an enjoyable day in the picturesque bluff country. In June, all three states in bluff country offer residents the chance to fish for free. Wisconsin Don’t forget to … [Read more...]
Houston County Reviews Pay Structures in Assessor’s Office
Following a lengthy discussion during their May 21 meeting, the Houston County Commission granted approval for the banding adjustment and pay rate modification for Assessor Lucas Onstad. The need for this adjustment arose when the county’s Personnel director, Tess Kruger, was made aware that the county’s employees in the Assessor’s office were being recruited by other … [Read more...]
Spring Grove Senior Taylor Reinhardt Receives Service Award
At the May 20 Spring Grove School Board meeting, Student Representative Taylor Reinhardt was presented with an award for her service to the school board. “You have done an outstanding job of keeping our board informed about what’s going on. I know you have reached out to people within our student body to find out what’s going on,” praised Superintendent Rachel Udstuen. … [Read more...]
One of Mabel’s Own
Eighty-one years after the crash of a B-24D in North Africa during WWII, the mystery of what happened on that tragic day, September 4, 1943, remains unsolved. Aboard that plane was one of Mabel’s own boys, Darol Milton Sherburne. Staff Sergeant Darol M. Sherburne was killed on September 4, 1943, at Craw Field, Port Lyautey, Morocco, North Africa. Immediately after take-off, … [Read more...]
Caledonia’s Spring Cleanup Effort
The Caledonia City Council heard from Public Works/Zoning Director Casey Klug on the city’s spring cleanup efforts at the council’s May 13 regularly scheduled council meeting. Mayor DeWayne Schroeder called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. and led his colleagues and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. All five council members included Bob Klug, Amanda Ninneman, Mayor … [Read more...]
Habitat for Humanity Makes Eitzen’s House a Priority
During the May 14 city council meeting, Eitzen Mayor Jeff Adamson briefed council members on his recent conversation with Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region’s executive director, Kahya Fox. She assured the mayor that she will make the town’s Habitat for Humanity house a priority, and she will light a fire under the feet of the project managers. Mayor Adamson … [Read more...]
Indulge Your Senses This Summer
Picture a tranquil Midwest summer evening lounging in a lawn chair or relaxing on a blanket. As local bands blast out familiar tunes, you will find yourself swaying or dancing to their melodies. Indulge in the savory taste of a grilled bratwurst topped with mustard and sauerkraut or enjoy the crunch of fresh popped popcorn, all while sipping a refreshing cold beverage. Eight … [Read more...]
A Gold Star Sister
Rosemarie (Johnson) Morken of Peterson, Minn., the sole surviving sibling of Army Private First-Class Jerry Allen Johnson declared that she is proud to be a Gold Star Sister. Rosemarie, Johnson’s youngest sister was only 11 years old when he was killed in Vietnam. She remembers the day when her family received the news that he had been killed. Jerry was born on October 15, … [Read more...]
Annual Trout Days Celebration Just Around the Corner
Mark your calendars for the 2024 Trout Days festivities in Preston, Minn., from May 17 to May 19. The honored Grand Marshals for this year are Bob and Elaine Maust, shining examples of dedicated community volunteers. Their commitment is evident through their active engagement with the Preston Historical Society and their annual involvement in organizing the fall tractor … [Read more...]