By David Webb Lanesboro, MN To several of us constituents who have written to him urging he reject HF 322, Minnesota’s anti-protest bill, Representative Davids has only proferred excuses as to why he chooses instead to toe the party line. They deserve public rebuttal. 1. While acknowledging the first amendment of the Bill of Rights - “The people shall not be deprived … [Read more...]
Hot Shots
Senior Alyssa Gathje had a career-high 16 points as Lanesboro beat Hope 54-15 in a 1A East play-in game. R-P’s boys won two, including beating L-A in overtime, avenging a loss. The Trojans (13-3, 17-8) are 1A East’s 2-seed and await 10-seed Hope Lutheran (6-19) or 7-seed FC (4-12, 10-15). Collin Scott (20 pts) sank two free throws (0:02) to propel Lanesboro over L-O 61-59. … [Read more...]
Tips for prospective horse owners
Children often dream of waking up one morning and finding their own horse or pony in their yards. Some people are able to make this dream a reality and own these beautiful animals. Whether raising a horse for pleasure or profession, it is important to know that caring for horses can be labor-intensive. The reward for properly taking care of a horse is a healthy and … [Read more...]
Sue’s Muse – Women’s History Month
I am a wife, a mother, a grandmother, a daughter, a sister. But first and foremost I am a woman. This fact is important as the day I write this column is March 1, the start of the celebration of Women’s History Month. I wonder how many people even know March is Women’s History Month, or even care? Historically, women have had to fight for basic rights and freedoms, and have … [Read more...]
Public invited to March 7 luncheon and reading of Femicide Report in Preston
On Tuesday March 7, Anne Detlefsen will be hosting a luncheon from 12-1 p.m. at Fillmore Community Advocates/Women’s Shelter, Inc., 212 Main Ave. SW in Preston to honor the Minnesotans who were murdered by domestic violence in 2016. The release of the 2016 Femicide Report marks 28 years of efforts by the Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women (MCBW) to document the deaths … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Journal Athlete of the Week ~ McCoy Tekautz
Donald Wilken
Donald Wilken, 91, of Granger, Minn., passed away on his farm on February 28, 2017. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 11 a.m. at the St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Granger, Minn. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the church. Burial will be in the St. Matthew’s Cemetery. Lindstrom Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Donald was … [Read more...]
Judy Thomas
Funeral services for Judy Thomas will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, March 4, 2017 at the Faith United Methodist Church, with Rev David Lieder officiating. Burial will be in the Cherry Grove Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 3, 2017 at the Faith United Methodist Church and will continue on Saturday for one hourprior to the service. Judith … [Read more...]
Bonnie J. Fossum
Bonnie J. Fossum, age 83, of Canton, died suddenly Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Green Lea Senior Living in Mabel. Bonnie was born December 9, 1933 in Canton, Minn., to Ronald and Helen (Helgeson) Finney. She graduated from the Canton High School in 1951. On November 11, 1955 she married Ardell Fossum at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro, Minn. They lived in … [Read more...]
Arlin Dwayne Hebrink
Arlin Dwayne Hebrink, age 87, of Harmony, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017, at Clara House in Harmony, Minn. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 4, at the United Methodist Church in Harmony. Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until time of services. The Lindstrom Funeral Home is assisting the family. Arlin was born May 15, 1929, in rural Fillmore … [Read more...]