By Ron Scheevel Preston, MN As I prepare to pen my thoughts on several subjects, I realized I have strong opinions on a few things that are current events. As I read the sports section of the Rochester’s Post-Bulletin, I noticed that on Monday Night Football, 11 members of the Cleveland Browns football team knelt during the National Anthem. As a veteran, it bothers me … [Read more...]
2017 Fillmore County 4-H Horse Project fair champions pose for recognition
Grand Champions and Reserve Champions were as follows in the horse project classes at the 2017 Fillmore County Fair. Horse Training: Grand - Heather Apenhorst, Reserve - Wyatt Jensen, Western Showmanship: Grand - Malia Tessum, Reserve - Kjersta Hinz; Western Horsemanship: Grand - Malia Tessum, Reserve - Kjersta Hinz; Western Pleasure: Grand - Kjersta Hinz, Reserve - Sydney … [Read more...]
USDA announces funding availability to help low-income individuals and families buy or repair homes
AUSTIN, MN – USDA Rural Development has funding available for very low- and low-income individuals and families seeking to purchase or repair a home in a rural area. “Our housing staff will work one-on-one to ensure quality customer service for all applicants”, said Acting State Director Mike Navin. “To help prepare would-be buyers for this exciting step, USDA requires … [Read more...]
“In Peace, With Honor” to be presented in Lanesboro
Lanesboro Arts is proud to present “In Peace, With Honor,” a multi-disciplinary arts and cultural program designed to connect Minnesotans of all ages with both historical and contemporary stories of war, peace and reconciliation through films, literary events, art and history exhibitions, discussions, and educational activities September 21-30 in Lanesboro. Developed in … [Read more...]
Fillmore County 4-H Horse Project announces MN State Fair Lineup
Nine Fillmore County 4-H Horse Project members were named for the State Fair Lineup following the Fillmore County Fair Horse Show that engaged in three days of competition in classes including Horse Training, Trail, Performance and Gaming. Members earned points in Performance and Gaming classes to get into the lineup and also needed Blue Ribbon placings to qualify. High Point … [Read more...]
A View From The Woods
Eclipse, Minnesota style We knew the eclipse of the sun would only be partially visible here in southeast Minnesota. We knew we had failed to find the right dark glasses to protect our eyes, despite an online purchase of ten pairs at an incredibly low price (later found to be counterfeit.) We also knew the forecast for clear skies was doubtful. Nevertheless, we persisted. … [Read more...]
American Pickers to film in Minnesota!
Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to Minnesota! They plan to film episodes of the hit series American Pickers throughout the region in October 2017! American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on the History channel. The hit show follows Mike and Frank, two of the most skilled pickers in the … [Read more...]
Gary Allan Simenson
Gary Allan Simenson, 81, of Chatfield, died August 29, 2017, surrounded by family at Seasons Hospice House in Rochester. Gary was born February 7, 1936, in Decorah, Iowa, to Earl and Beatha (Renaas) Simenson. He graduated from Decorah High School in 1954. He then went into the Navy and served four years. On October 12, 1960, he married Ann Paige Indvick in Rochester, Minn. … [Read more...]
William “Bill” Frazer
William “Bill” Frazer, age 38, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away peacefully Friday, August 25, 2017, at his home. Memorial services for William “Bill” Frazer will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, August 31, 2017, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley, Minn. William Todd Frazer was born March 30, 1979, to Richard and Sandra (Meyer) Frazer. Bill attended and graduated from … [Read more...]
Jerry N. Ehlenfeldt
Jerry N. Ehlenfeldt, 55, of rural Lewiston, Minn., died on Friday, August 25, 2017, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, Wis. Jerry was born on October 3, 1961, in Winona, Minn., to Vernon and Betty (Barber) Ehlenfeldt. He was raised in rural St. Charles, Minn., and at the age of 15 lived with his grandparents in Iowa for a couple of years. Jerry then moved to Winona, … [Read more...]