Tuesday, September 5 • Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Preston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • City of Rushford Village City Council, CRV Office, 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 6 • Fountain City Council, City Hall, 7:30 … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Chatfield Police Department Jasmine Angelique Dortch, 27, Canton, Minn.; 6/4/2017, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. 6/4/2017, Driving Left of Center, Fine $50. Joshua Robert Hanson, 28, Waterloo, Iowa; 7/21/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Vickie Jay Snitker, 56, Waukon, Iowa; 7/29/2017, Operate Electronic/Musical Device (in … [Read more...]
Adult Band Camp begins in September
The Chatfield Brass Band is excited to offer an Adult Band Camp for anyone who played an instrument and would like to get their lip back in shape. If you are thinking it would be fun to start playing your instrument again but wonder if you can still get a sound and remember the fingerings, then this adventure is for you! The “campers” will meet for an hour on Monday evenings … [Read more...]
Horse Project Drill Team headed to State Horse Show
The Fillmore County 4-H Horse Project Drill Team was busy before the county fair on Saturday, July 15 securing a spot at the MN State Horse Show this coming September. The Drill Team took fifth place at the Regional Drill Team Competition in Henderson, Minn. This is the first year that a regional competition took place in order to advance to the state level for 4-H Drill Teams … [Read more...]
More comments from an “Old Soldier”
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...]