Caledonia Council members returned after the holidays on January 10 to an incredible makeover in the council chambers. Accolades to the staff for all their work; walls, doors, and windowsills painted, carpet replaced, the Chamber desk repaired and painted, new desks purchased, and paperwork organized and filed. Council members in attendance included Mayor DeWayne “Tank” … [Read more...]
Houston County Commissioners tables proposed Testing and Mask policy
The Houston County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, from 9-10:43 a.m. Commissioners in attendance include Chairman Greg Myhre, Bob Burns, Dewey Severson, Eric Johnson, and Teresa Walter. Chairman Myhre called the meeting to order and led the commissioners and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioners approved the January 11 meeting … [Read more...]
Preston’s veterans home on track to be completed by March 2023
It has been four months since construction started on Preston’s new veterans home project, and it is already 10% completed. Project Executive Derek O’Connor, Knutson Construction, a 110-year-old company out of Rochester, took time to answer questions and share aerial photos of the work completed at the construction site over the past four months. But first, O’Connor … [Read more...]
Greg Myhre new Houston County Commission Chairman
Houston County Commissioners elected District 5 Commissioner Greg Myhre as the board’s 2022 chairman. District 1 Commissioner Dewey Severson is the new vice-chair. The Caledonia Argus is the county’s official newspaper for 2022. The rates range from $7-$9 per column inch, the same as last year. Commissioners unanimously approved the $185,977 one-year contract with … [Read more...]
COVID vaccine requirements and testing discussed by Houston County Commissioners
The Houston County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 10:16 a.m. Commissioners in attendance included Chairman Bob Burns, Dewey Severson, Eric Johnson, Teresa Walter, and Greg Myhre via Zoom. Chairman Burns called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. and led the commissioners and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting … [Read more...]
Spring Grove residents pack the city council meeting
Mayor Solberg called the regular meeting of the Spring Grove City Council to order at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 21, from 6-7:39 p.m. at the Spring Grove Communication meeting room 100. Mayor Scott Solberg recognized the large audience and thanked them for attending and their interest in city government. The meeting agenda was unanimously approved. All council members … [Read more...]
Spring Grove School tax levy decreases 5.38%
Spring Grove School Board members met Monday, December 20, in the school’s Learning Resource Center from 7 p.m. to 8:24 p.m. Board members present, Chairman Aaron Solum, Stephanie Jaster, Rhan Flatin, Aric Elton, Kelly Rohland, and Jenny Stender. Aric Elton was not in attendance. Chairman Solum welcomed Interim Superintendent Bruce Klaehn. Klaehn is filling in for Rachael … [Read more...]
Team Grady’s Gladiators
There is a new team in SE Minnesota, and over the past month it has grown rapidly. Grady’s Gladiators is comprised of family and friends, local businesses, area schools, non-profit organizations, and strangers that have stepped up to host fundraisers, donate money, support the fundraisers, and assist the family. Seven-year-old Grady Lundgren, known for his full head of blond … [Read more...]
19 Houston County employees recognized for their service
Houston County Commissions recognized and thanked the following Houston County employees for their service to the county. Ten-year awards – Justin L. Conway, Steven T. Garrett, James I. Houdek, Kathleen A. Lager, Maria L. Stemper, Donna I. Trehus, and Teresa A. Walter. 15-year awards – Laurie A. Bigalk, Jennifer L. Blocker, Bethany M. Moen, and Michelle L. Schulte. 20-year … [Read more...]
Eitzen’s last city council meeting of the year
The Eitzen City Council held its last meeting of the year Tuesday, December 14. Mayor Jeffrey Adamson and Council members Mitch Lange, Doug Meyer, and Mitch Luttchens, as well as Steve Schuldt, city clerk, were all in attendance. Emily Burrichter was absent. Mayor Adamson called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. The council unanimously approved the November 10, 2021, city … [Read more...]