The Caledonia City Council held a public hearing at the council’s regularly scheduled meeting on September 26, regarding a request from business owner Joe Hayes for a setback variance at 505 Old Highway Drive. According to the permit application, Hayes plans to build a 40’ x 50’ timber frame with steel siding and roof addition to the east side of the existing commercial … [Read more...]
Mainspring Founder receives Fellowship
The founder and volunteer director of Caledonia’s art collaborative, Mainspring, Melissa Wray received word in August that she was selected for a two-year Rural Regenerator Fellowship through Springboard for the Arts. The Minnesota non-profit organization has a branch in Saint Paul and one in Fergus Falls. Fergus Falls oversees the Fellowship. According to the organization’s … [Read more...]
Celebrate fall in Spring Grove and Lanesboro
The Bluff Country’s vibrant fall palette of warm colors will be at its peak the second week of October. Plan a trip to Spring Grove’s annual fall celebration, Uffda Fest, on October 7 and 8 in Minnesota’s first Norwegian settlement and celebrate fall. The Giants of the Earth Heritage Center is hosting a Norsk Talent Show, late Friday afternoon and heritage classes throughout … [Read more...]
Houston County 6th graders explore their environment
The Root River Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) sponsored the 6th Grade Environmental Day on Tuesday, September 20 at Winnebago Springs. The popular event founded by Spring Grove teacher Terry Nelson in 1997 has been held annually except in 2020 due to the pandemic. District Manager David Walter proudly shared, “This is the 25th anniversary.” The event has … [Read more...]
Fall into Lanesboro
The annual Fall into Lanesboro event takes place on Saturday, October 1, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at various locations throughout picturesque Lanesboro. Some activities are free, and others cost. Event organizers describe the event as a “Family-friendly, fun-filled fall event to enjoy Lanesboro with a scavenger hunt, wagon ride, pumpkin & cookie decorating, and so much … [Read more...]
Julie Amundson’s last city council meeting
The Spring Grove City Council met Tuesday, September 20, at 6:07 p.m. following the Planning and Zoning public hearing at Spring Grove Communications Building. Acting Mayor Karen Folstad led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members in attendance were Travis Torgerson, Chad Rohland, and Karen Folstad. Absent were Mayor Scott Solberg and Trent … [Read more...]
Spring Grove Public School accepts facility planning proposal
Over the past months, the board heard proposals from three architectural and engineering firms for facility planning. The proposal from ISG was approved at the board’s regular monthly meeting on September 19. The first question the board answered is whether it is time for the school to do a facility analysis and study. Superintendent Rachel Udstuen reminded the board that the … [Read more...]
Houston County Township Officers Association holds 61st annual meeting
The Houston County Township Officers Association held its 61st annual meeting and fellowship dinner on Wednesday, September 14, at the Four Seasons Community Center, Caledonia. Over 70 township officers and their guests from the 17 townships, all five Houston County Department Heads, Houston County Commissioners, State Representative Greg Davids, State Senator Jeremy Miller, … [Read more...]
Eitzen Council denies Habitat for Humanity building permit
The Eitzen City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, September 13, from 6:07-7 p.m. at the Eitzen City Hall.Council members in attendance Mayor Jeffrey Adamson, Emily Burrichter, Doug Meyer, Mitch Luttchens, and Mitch Lange. Other attendees include City Clerk Steve Schuldt, City Maintenance Darryl Meyer, and Richie Meiners, Meiners Construction. Meiner stated that … [Read more...]
Houston County approves contract with Spring Grove for law enforcement services
Houston County Commissioners approved the Houston County and City of Spring Grove inter-agency agreement for the city’s law enforcement services at the September 13 commission meeting. The agreement is on the City of Spring Grove’s meeting agenda for next week, Tuesday, September 20. Sheriff Mark Inglett explained, “Exhibit A closely defines the services that we will provide. … [Read more...]