Fillmore Central School Board approved moving forward with creating an Alternative Learning Program at a school board meeting held February 28, 2017. The decision came after reviewing current programs at Fillmore Central and seeing a need for an educational program that will meet the needs of students who are struggling to receive high school credits within the traditional … [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...]
Chosen Valley Mini Grant Program
Root River State Bank and F & M Community Bank-Chatfield are excited to announce their continued sponsorship of the Chosen Valley Mini Grant. Applications for the upcoming 2017-2018 school year will include funding of $5,000.00, bringing the grand total to $80,000.00 that has been allocated over the past 16 years to projects that would otherwise not be funded. This … [Read more...]
Semcac food shelves to participate in Open Your Heart to the Hungry & Homeless
Caledonia, Kasson, Preston and Rushford, Minn., – all four of the Semcac food shelf locations are participating in the 2017 Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless Summer Challenge, a donation drive sponsored by Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless and Hunger Solutions, that takes place in July. As a member of Hunger Solutions Minnesota, Semcac is eligible to receive a … [Read more...]
Recycling 101
A recycling review now and then is probably a good thing. This article and the next one are going to cover many of the recycling habits the residents of Fillmore County should have. Each paragraph is in the form of a question and then comments and information concerning the question. Do you recycle junk mail? The plastic window on the envelope does not have to be removed. … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Chatfield Police Department Herta Rosina Matteson, 64, Rochester, Minn.; 6/4/2017, Duty to Drive With Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Dylan Heath Appenhorst, 24, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/15/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Michael Lee Benson, 59, Rushford, Minn.; 6/2/2017, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton School Board seeks new superintendent
It was the last Mabel-Canton School Board meeting for Superintendent Jennifer Backer. In an emotional address, she said her decision to resign was “bittersweet” and her last four years have been memorable. “I publicly welcome the next superintendent and want you to know that I’m here to help in any way I can to make the transition a smooth one.” One candidate has applied for … [Read more...]
Letter about recent storm in Lanesboro…
To the Editor, Last Friday night Lanesboro experienced a severe wind storm that brought down numerous large trees and caused property damage across town, including Sylvan Park. Within minutes, our city crews responded and did an amazing job to clean up the park to make it ready for the following day’s Art in the Park. I even witnessed a police officer with a chain saw! Not … [Read more...]
Government this week
Monday, June 26 • Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 27 • Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Fillmore Central School Board, High School Media Center, 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 3 • City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City … [Read more...]
Houston Council orders road and utility improvement to subdivision
The Houston City Council met at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 12 at Houston City Hall. In attendance were Mayor Olson, Administrator Peterson, Deputy Clerk Hegland and council members Knutson, Krage, and Schutte. Following the pledge, the council opened the meeting to public comment. One citizen stated he had questions about an item on the agenda, and Mayor Olson replied that … [Read more...]