The Spring Grove School Board met on Monday evening, July 19, 2021, from 7:04 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. in the school’s Learning Resource Center. Board members in attendance were Chairman Aaron Solum, Stephanie Jaster, Kelly Rohland, Jenny Stender, Aric Elton, and Rhan Flatin. The board approved the agenda and minutes of the regular board meeting of June 21, and the Treasurer’s … [Read more...]
Houston County COVID-19 emergency declaration lifted
Commissioners Dewey Severson, Eric Johnson, Robert Burns, Teresa Walter, and Greg Myhre were all present at the July 13, 2021, meeting of the Houston County Commission. Chairman Burns called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. The meeting adjourned at 10:58 a.m. Staff present included Allison Wagner, board clerk/EDA; Donna Trehus, auditor/treasurer; Brian Pogodzinski, County … [Read more...]
Caledonia Aquatic Center open
On July 12, 2021, the Caledonia City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting from 6 p.m. to 6:32 p.m. in the Caledonia City Hall Council Chambers. Council members present, Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder, Amanda Ninneman, Robert “Bob” Klug, David Fitzpatrick, and Brad Rykhus. Mayor Schroeder led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. The council … [Read more...]
Fountain approves hosting Relay for Life in 2022 and 2023
Council members present at the July 7, 2021, meeting of the Fountain City Council were Mayor Jim Schott, David Gudmundson, Terry Hanson, and Ron Reisner. Council member Colleen Foehrenbacher was absent. Mayor Schott called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Others in attendance included Mary Tjepkes, city clerk/treasurer; John Hanson, Public … [Read more...]
Houston County Commissioners start 2022 budget conversations
Commissioners Dewey Severson, Eric Johnson, Robert Burns, Teresa Walter, and Greg Myhre were present at the July 6, 2021, meeting of the Houston County Commission. Chairman Burns called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. The meeting adjourned at 10:50 a.m. Others in attendance inclued Allision Wagner, Board Clerk/EDA; Mary Betz, interim recorder; Donna Trehus, auditor/treasurer; … [Read more...]
Goats to clear Sprague Woods
On June 28, 2021, the Caledonia City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Caledonia City Hall Council Chamber Room. City Council members present were Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder, Amanda Ninneman, Robert “Bob” Klug, David Fitzpatrick. Absent was Brad Rykhus. Mayor Schroeder led councilmembers and the audience in the Pledge of … [Read more...]
Join Harmony in celebrating their 125th Anniversary, July 2-4
There is a lot to celebrate in Harmony this weekend, July 2-4. The city is celebrating the their 125th Anniversary (1895-2020) and is hosting the town’s 140th Fourth of July celebration, and you are invited to join in the festivities. In 1954, Greenfield Prairie, a bustling Norwegian village, was located a short distance south of the present-day Harmony. Business owners … [Read more...]
Spring Grove Superintendent Udstuen thanks students, parents, staff, community, and board for a successful year
The Spring Grove School Board met on Tuesday evening, June 21, 2021, from 7:03 p.m. to 8:24 p.m. in the school’s Learning Resource Center, adhering to the governor’s guidelines for capacity (maximum 10 people). Board members in attendance were Chairman Aaron Solum, Stephanie Jaster, Kelly Rohland, Jenny Stender, and Aric Elton. Board member Rhan Flatin was absent. The … [Read more...]
Step back in time at the McMichael grain elevator open house, July 3-4
A piece of Harmony’s history is in the process of being restored, and you have a chance to be a part of it. On July 3 and 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., residents and visitors are invited to the McMichael Grain Elevator located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 44 and Minnesota State Highway 139 in the center of Harmony. Harmony Area Historical Society (HAHS) members will be on … [Read more...]
Two thirds of Houston County residents age 12-plus have received at least one COVID vaccine dose
Commissioners Dewey Severson, Eric Johnson, Robert Burns, Teresa Walter, and Greg Myhre were all present on June 22, 2021, for the regular meeting of the Houston County Commission. Commissioner Dewey Severson attended the meeting virtually as he was on vacation. Chairman Burns called the meeting to order at 9:02 a.m. The meeting adjourned at 11:41 a.m. Commissioner Johnson … [Read more...]