Funeral services for Gaylord “Casey” K. Albrecht will be held 11 a.m. Friday, December 13, 2024, at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston, Minn. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at Christ Lutheran and will continue for one hour prior to the service on Friday. Casey K. Albrecht, age 86, of Preston, Minn., died unexpectedly Sunday, December 8, … [Read more...]
Elizabeth “Beth” Ann Ask
Elizabeth “Beth” Ann Ask, age 79, of Rochester, Minn., passed away on December 6, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Marys Campus. Born on January 17, 1945, to Leo and Helen Doherty of Canton, Minn., Beth grew up on the family farm near Canton and graduated from Mabel-Canton High School. On August 22, 1965, she married Allyn Brenno of Mabel, Minn. While Allyn was serving in … [Read more...]
Esther Helen Evers
Esther Helen Evers, age 92, long-time Wykoff resident, passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, December 6, 2024, at Ostrander Care and Rehab in Ostrander. Esther Timm was born October 21, 1932, in rural Utica, the daughter of Henry and Esther (Woltmann) Timm. She was baptized November 6, 1932, at her parents’ home by the pastor of St. John’s Lutheran Church in … [Read more...]
Donna J. Jetson
Donna J Jetson, 87, died at New Perspectives Memory Care in Eagan, Minn., on December 5, 2024. Donna was born March 18, 1937, to Charles and Josephine (Hubbard) Shoults. She attended Onalaska High School. On July 5, 1980 she married Milton Jetson of Harmony, Minn. He died October 14, 2017. Donna worked as a cashier at the Harmony IGA for many years. She enjoyed her job … [Read more...]
Doris Irene McCabe
Doris Irene McCabe, 83, of Lanesboro, Minn., passed away surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, December 4, 2024, at Saint Marys Hospital. She leaves behind her loving husband Darrell and their five children: Debbie, Diann, Douglas, Denise and Dustin. Doris was born in Spring Grove, Minn., on August 7, 1941, to Thor Olaf and Irene Vinetta (Bryant) Fossum. She was the … [Read more...]
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT
Court File No.: 23-PR-24-459 In Re: the Estate of Carolyn A. Bell, Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF LOST WILL AND FOR FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on January 9, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at the Fillmore County … [Read more...]
NOTICE OF MEETING CHANGE AMHERST TOWNSHIP
Amherst Township December Meeting will be held Wednesday, December 11 at 7 p.m. Kelly Eide Amerherst Township Clerk Publish 9 … [Read more...]
Jefferson Township Notice of Meeting
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the township board will be Monday, December 16, 7 p.m., at the treasurer’s residence, 19791 Jefferson Rd., Caledonia. Anne Falken, Clerk Publish 9 … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Board Meeting Summary of Minutes, 11.26.2024
Fillmore County Board of Commissioners met in a regular session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. Present: All members, Administrator/Clerk, other staff, citizens, and the press. Board approved: Agenda & Consent Agenda Board approved Isle of Dreams LLC Liquor License Renewal (11/21/24) Commissioner Warrants: Marco, Inc $ 12,088.92 … [Read more...]
Holiday Magic, Legion Lights in Lanesboro
An excited crowd gathered at Sylvan Park in Lanesboro, Minn., the evening of November 27, to experience the inaugural lighting of Legion Lights. A group of hardworking residents came together to make it happen with support from many area residents and businesses. There was also plenty of Christmas spirit during Experience the Magic of Lanesboro which took place November 30. The … [Read more...]
Pastor Devotions – Of White Christmas and Advent
By Rev. Debra Jene Collum Chatfield United Methodist In my Christian tradition it is generally thought that singing Christmas hymns should wait until the day of Christmas Eve. Most of us in mainline Protestant churches fudge on that a little. We recognize that banning Christmas carols until Christmas Eve isn’t practical or even good practice. So in my congregational … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – The Breakthrough of Rhino IVF
By Sylas Flatin The northern white rhino, one of the most critically endangered subspecies on Earth, stands at the brink of extinction with only two surviving females. Recent advance-ments in reproductive technology, particularly in vitro fertilization (IVF), have provided new hope in the battle to save this species. These developments mark a crucial milestone in wildlife … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Land Rent Survey Results
By Katie Drewitz Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s land rent survey. Survey results indicate a continued increase of rates in Fillmore County. Houston County saw a decrease in rates from the 2023-2024 survey. Historic rates and land rent resources are available at both the Fillmore and Houston County Extension offices. According to our survey results, … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Receives $100,000 Grant for Rural Business Development
The city of Lanesboro was recently awarded $100,000 in USDA grant funds to support business development, expansion, and succession. This is Lanesboro’s second $100,000 grant within a four-year span. The purpose of the USDA grant program is to promote economic development and job creation. Applicants for these grant funds, such as the city of Lanesboro, compete for grant dollars … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Ruiz Vega Fernando, 21, Chicago, Ill., 10/18/2024, Speeding (80/60), Fine $70, Total Fees $225. Tyler Robert Gulbranson, 18, Preston, Minn., 11/19/2024, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $125. Ashley Rose McConnell, 38, Spring Valley, Minn., 3/23/2024, Domestic Assault (Concurrent/Consecutive), Fine $50, Total Fees $215. Local … [Read more...]