The Preston Historical Society conducted the drawing for the winners of the recent raffle fundraiser at their August Society meeting. Proceeds from the raffle will be used for Historical Society projects. The Society would again like to thank F & M Community Bank for providing matching funds of $1,000 (a dollar for each ticket sold). Preston businesses and individuals … [Read more...]
Mabel native earns unique internship at International Wolf Center in Ely
As a native of Mabel, Morgan Roppe and her family would often take the 70-mile drive to Wabasha to visit the National Eagle Center. While on one of those trips, Roppe met a man named Cameron Feaster. She and Feaster struck up a conversation and he told her about the work he does at the International Wolf Center in Ely. Feaster also told her about various internships that are … [Read more...]
Donald J. Johnson
Donald J. Johnson, 95, of La Crosse, died peacefully on Monday, September 25, 2017, at the Hillview Health Care Center. He was born on June 10, 1922, in Mabel, Minn., to Oscar and Jeva (Ladsten) Johnson. At age 10, his family moved to Lanesboro, where he attended Durkin County School. Don married his true love, Rita (Sexton-Henriksen) on May 4, 1968, in La Crosse, where they … [Read more...]
Recycling 101
Andrew (Drew) Hatzenbihler has recently joined the Solid Waste and Recycling Team at the Resource Recovery Center in Preston. He will be working with Randy and Nick to assist you in the disposal of your landfill garbage and recycling. The telephone number at the Recovery Center Office is (507) 765-4704. In the 10 years I spent with the recycling program here in Fillmore … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Chatfield Police Department Steven Laverne House, 38, Chatfield, Minn.; 8/29/2017, Duty to Drive with Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Matthew Charles Meier, 22, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 7/21/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Logan Aaron Adler, 28, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/6/2016, Obstructing Officers Duties, Fine $200, … [Read more...]
Recycling 101
There is a bit of a nip in the air, the first digit of the thermometer is a “4”, the maple trees are turning color, and the produce in the garden is coming to an end. These are all hints that it is time for the fall Household Hazardous Waste event here in Fillmore County. As usual, the party will be held in Preston at the Resource Recovery Center/Recycling Center on the … [Read more...]
2017 Fillmore County Fair 4-H livestock results
Beef Champion Angus Female, Caroline Mayer Champion Beef Cow/Calf, Bodin Mayer Champion Beef Feeder Calf, Adia Evans Champion Beef Market Heifer, Tristyn Hegland Champion Beef Rate of Gain, Alison Freese Champion Beef Steer, Audrey Redalen Champion Breeding Beef Heifer, Hunter Aggen Champion Commercial Heifer, Brady Ristau Champion Crossbred Dairy Steer, Hale … [Read more...]
Customers, excavators reminded of safe digging procedures
Digging safely is a responsibility individuals and professionals across the country must take seriously. Minnesota Energy Resources reminds everyone to have underground utilities properly marked before beginning any project that involves digging or excavating. Minnesota Energy Resources owns and operates nearly 4,900 miles of underground natural gas pipeline. In the past 19 … [Read more...]
Earth-friendly tips for autumn
Autumn is upon us, and with the change of seasons comes the fall to-do list that must be completed before the arrival of winter weather. Many outdoor jobs are best completed before temperatures drop, while others can be tackled indoors to help save energy and prepare for increased time spent inside the home. Outdoor cleanup Autumn means leaves are falling from trees and … [Read more...]
Three pre-winter lawn care pointers
Winter weather can be harsh, especially on lawns. Homeowners who spend much of spring and summer tending to their lawns may fear the impact that winter will have on their once-lush landscapes, making the fall a great time to fortify lawns against any harsh conditions to come. Homeowners must take grass type into consideration before taking steps to prepare their lawns for the … [Read more...]