To the Editor, As a former educator and student of Minnesota’s state educational system, it is very confusing that Senator Jeremy Miller initially voted against funding Winona State University’s multi-million dollar Education Village. Then, by back peddling, Jeremy Miller voted for Education Village. I don’t get it. I want a state senator who will support Winona State … [Read more...]
Letter about Support for Greg Davids…
To the Editor, Fact: Schools across Minnesota are collecting more money from state government than they ever have in history. I mention this not as a shot at our schools, but as a thank you to State Representative Greg Davids for working across the aisle to secure this needed local revenue and for put our families first. A recent letter insinuated that Greg Davids hasn’t … [Read more...]
Letter about County departments…
To the Editor, Most of the county departments’ heads are now selected by the county board. Social service, health, veterans, assessor, zoning, etc. If we vote to change the law, the county board can get information and select the best qualified person. This is why we have elected a commissioner from each district to jointly supervise the county, including hiring and … [Read more...]
Letter about Voter paralysis?…
To the Editor, On the rare occasions when I get chance to talk politics, the feedback I get is disturbing. I assume it is brought on by the negative reporting of the traditional media. The consensus would seem to be, both candidates are horrible people and here we go again, having to choose the lesser of two evils. According to several polls, the American people are … [Read more...]
Houston superintendent praised for crisis managment
The Houston School Board had its regularly scheduled meeting on October 18, 2016. The meeting, which commenced at 6:02 p.m., saw in attendance Board Members Kelleher, Stilin, Evenson, Krage, Carlson, and Wilson along with School Superintendent Abraham. In the audience were several members of the elementary and high school staff, along with High School Principal Todd Lundberg. … [Read more...]
State adds 1,900 jobs in September
Unemployment rate steady at 4% ST. PAUL – Minnesota employers added 1,900 jobs in September, according to seasonally adjusted figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Those numbers, combined with figures from August that were revised from 1,500 jobs lost to 500 jobs gained, brought total job growth in Minnesota to … [Read more...]
Preston V.F.W. Auxiliary news
Magdlin-Gilbertson Auxiliary to Veterans of Foreign Wars (V.F.W.) Post #6893 of Preston was visited on Tuesday, October 4, by Karen England from Lake City, Minn. She is currently serving as the Junior Vice President of the First District V.F.W. Auxiliary. Karen was present to perform the annual inspection of the auxiliary’s records; all were found to be in order. The joint … [Read more...]
Nightmare in Fountain benefits causes
The time is nearly ripe for the re-emergence of Fountain’s Nightmare on First Street: Field of Screams and Haunted Barn. For the sixth year, this spooky non-profit fundraiser is set to chill and thrill patrons. Funds raised this year will benefit the family of the late Jennifer Lee, whose nearly three year battle with leukemia ended last month, leaving behind her husband … [Read more...]
Police Reports ~ 10/24/16
Chatfield Police Department Chad Matthew Chuby, 38, Wyandotte, Mich.; 10/2/2015, Fail to Obtain Tattoo Technician License, Fine $300, Total Fees $390, Local Confinement – 180 days (stay 180 days for one year). Unsupervised probation for one year – Conditions (10/6/2016): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Defendant is not to perform tattooing in the State of Minnesota … [Read more...]
Recycling 101 ~ 10/24/16
Did you participate in the Fillmore County Hazardous Household Waste Collection held recently? The weather was exceptionally nice and gave many of you the opportunity to clear a lot of that unwanted stuff out of your homes. How many visitors did we have? According to the surveys completed by one person in each vehicle, 161 vehicles brought hazardous waste for proper … [Read more...]