The Houston County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 22, from 9-10:20 a.m. at the historic county courthouse in downtown Caledonia. Commissioners in attendance include Chairman Greg Myhre, Teresa Walter, Robert (Bob) Burns, Eric Johnson, and Dewey Severson. Chairman Myhre called the meeting to order and led the commissioners and the public in the … [Read more...]
Interim-Superintendent Bruce Klaehn’s last Spring Grove School Board meeting
Spring Grove School Board members met in the school’s Learning Resource Center on Thursday, February 22, from 7-8:30 p.m. Board members present include Chairman Aaron Solum, Stephanie Jaster, Rhan Flatin, Aric Elton, and Kelly Rohland. Jenny Stender was absent. The board approved the consent agenda, including the agenda and the minutes from the January 13 regular board meeting … [Read more...]
Follow Winneshiek County influencer Lydia Dawley
If you’re not, you should be following 25-year-old influencer, Lydia Grace Dawley. It is a lot of work to become a recognizable influencer, but Dawley is a natural influencer and makes it look easy. Google her name, and you will see entry after entry of what she has been up to since she moved from Winneshiek County. The Merriam-Webster online dictionary describes an influencer … [Read more...]
Battle in Bluff Country Omnium bike ride expecting 200 riders
The Caledonia City Council met Monday, February 14, from 6:02-6:55 p.m. at city hall. Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members in attendance included Amanda Ninneman, Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder, David Fitzpatrick, and Brad Rykhus. Also present was City Clerk/Administrator Adam Swann. Council member Robert … [Read more...]
Spring Grove City Council holds public hearing to discuss CUP
The Spring Grove City Council met Tuesday, February 15, from 6-7:13 p.m. at Spring Grove Communications. Mayor Scott Solberg led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. All city council members were present – Mayor Scott Solberg, Travis Torgerson, Karen Folstad, Chad Rohland, and Trent Turner. The council approved the minutes from January 18, regular council … [Read more...]
One-stop shopping at Celebrations Expo
Is there a special celebration in your future? For example, a family reunion, baby shower, wedding, retirement, birthday, anniversary, sports group get together, fundraiser, or graduation. Eleven Caledonia businesses are coming together on February 19 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Elsie’s Bar & Grill to host a one-stop shopping expo. Celebrations Expo is your opportunity to … [Read more...]
Eitzen looking into smart meters for water and electricity
The Eitzen City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, from 6:04-6:34 p.m. at the Eitzen City Hall. Mayor Jeffrey Adamson and council members Mitch Lange, Doug Meyer, and Mitch Luttchens were all in attendance. Councilwoman Emily Burrichter arrived at 6:24 p.m. Others in attendance were Darryl Meyer, maintenance, and Steve Schuldt, city clerk. The … [Read more...]
Houston County Commissioners allocate $687,500 of ARPA funds
The Houston County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 8, from 9-10:25 a.m. at the historic county courthouse in downtown Caledonia. Commissioners in attendance included Chairman Greg Myhre, Teresa Walter, Robert (Bob) Burns, Eric Johnson, and Dewey Severson. Chairman Myhre called the meeting to order and led the commissioners and the public in the … [Read more...]
Houston County approves Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., Local #237 agreement
The Houston County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 1, from 9-9:50 a.m. Commissioners in attendance included Chairman Greg Myhre, Teresa Walter, Bob Burns, Eric Johnson, and Dewey Severson. Chairman Myhre called the meeting to order and led the commissioners and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioners approved the meeting agenda with … [Read more...]
City of Caledonia accepting orders for shade trees
The Caledonia City Council met Monday, January 24, from 6-7:04 p.m. at city hall. Councilmembers Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder, Amanda Ninneman, David Fitzpatrick, and Brad Rykhus attended the meeting. Robert “Bob” Klug was absent. Also in attendance were Financial Officer Stephanie Mann, Public Works/Zoning Director Casey Klug, and Greg Skauge and his sons Kole and Taylor … [Read more...]