The Houston County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on October 25, at the historic courthouse in downtown Caledonia. Chairman Greg Myhre promptly called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. He led commissioners and guests in the Pledge of Allegiance. The commissioners unanimously approved the meeting’s agenda with changes to the consent agenda, the minutes from the … [Read more...]
Title IX, 50 years later
Title IX, a section of the Education Amendments signed into law by President Richard M. Nixon on June 23, 1972, celebrates 50 years. Title IX is a mere 37 words, but the words have a much deeper meaning, as was found out over the past 50 years. “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be … [Read more...]
Houston County comprehensive land use survey deadline extended to October 31
Houston County Clerk Allison Wagner announced at the October 11 Houston County Commission meeting that the commissioners extended the date to participate in the Comprehensive Land Use Survey to October 31, 2022. The online survey is available at https://bit.ly/Houston-County-Comp-Plan. Chairman Greg Myhre promptly called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. He led commissioners and … [Read more...]
Hot-air balloons, wild turkeys, and a haunt
Bluff County comes alive this coming weekend, October 21, 22, and 23. Residents and visitors will not be disappointed as there is a smorgasbord of fun, entertaining, and scary activities in all corners of Bluff County. You will be scared! Harmony’s Monster Bash presents “Slim Chance.” There will be dark rooms and walkways, lights, music, blank stares, deep throat screams, and … [Read more...]
Business as usual in Eitzen
The Eitzen City Council agreed at its October 11 council meeting that there is a question regarding the 25-foot setback behind the post office that needs to be addressed before approving the Habitat for Humanity building permit application. Jeremy Reed, a representative from Habitat for Humanity attended the meeting to update the council on the structural changes made to the … [Read more...]
Tower 50 is headed back to Hackensack, N. J.
Caledonia Ambulance Department Director Mike Tornstrom, Assistant Director Mark Schiltz, and Training/Outreach Coordinator Joannie Schmidt appeared before the Caledonia City Council on Monday evening, October 10, to plead its case for a new ambulance facility. Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. and led the council and guests in the Pledge of … [Read more...]
Drive Bluff Country’s scenic byways
A common family activity in Bluff Country this time of year is to take a drive along the scenic byways that meander through the countryside, along the majestic bluffs and the rivers and streams, and through historic downtowns. Travelers will be in awe of the vibrant fall color palette and the overlooks where you can see for miles and miles. Don’t forget to stop and enjoy … [Read more...]
2023 Wildcat Landing camping fees increase
Houston County Commissioners approved increasing the 2023 site fees at Wildcat Landing at the October 4, Commission meeting. Seasonal site fees increased by $100.00 from $1,500.00 to $1,600.00 per season; primitive (tent) sites increased by $5.00 per night from $20.00 to $25.00; electric sites increased by $10.00 per night from $40.00 to $50.00; monthly sites increased by … [Read more...]
Spring Grove Public Schools welcomes new science teacher
Spring Grove Public Schools welcomes new science teacher Bethany Mestelle to the Lions’ pride. Mestelle hails from Minocqua, Wis., where she graduated from Lakeland Union High School (LUHS), home of the Thunderbirds, in 2017. Her voice raised an octave as she shared that her plans as a teenager were not to follow in her parents’ footsteps as a teacher. Come to find out, her … [Read more...]
Houston County owned buildings on the agenda
Chairman Greg Myhre called the September 27, Houston County Commission meeting to order at 9 a.m., leading commissioners and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioners in attendance include Chairman Myhre, Teresa Walter, Robert (Bob) Burns, Eric Johnson, and Dewey Severson. Commissioners unanimously approved the meeting’s agenda, the minutes from the September … [Read more...]