The Spring Valley Township Board will accept quotes for 2026 summer blading, 2026-2027 winter season plowing & ice control on approximately 29 miles of road. Detailed requirements can be obtained from the Township Clerk. Road Rock The Spring Valley Township Board will accept quotes for Class 2 & 5 road rock, priced per ton, delivered, and spread. It must meet all … [Read more...]
Jefferson Township Notice of Meeting
The regular monthly meeting of Jefferson Township will be Monday, April 20, 7 p.m. at the Treasurer’s residence, 19791 Jefferson Rd. Anne Falken, Clerk Publish 13 … [Read more...]
NOTICE TO AGGREGATE PRODUCERS Seasonal Material Bids Fillmore County Highway Department CP 23-26-02
The Fillmore County Highway Department will be accepting bids for the furnishing and hauling of Class 2 (modified) aggregate on various Fillmore County Roads, and the furnishing of same material in stockpile at various quarry locations. Sealed bids will be received at the office of the County Engineer at the Fillmore County Highway Department in Preston, Minnesota, on behalf … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Board Meeting Summary of Minutes, 3.24.2026
Fillmore County Board of Commissioners met in a special 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 (3/27/26) Commissioner Warrants: Marco, Inc $ 295,136.54 Marco, Inc $ 6,482.08 Workforce Development Inc $ … [Read more...]
Michael Steven Ptacek
Michael Steven Ptacek, 69, of Longville, Minn., (formerly of Grand Meadow, Minn.), passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. He spent his last days surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born on July 22, 1956, in Preston, Minn., to Mildred (McConnell) and Joseph Ptacek of Spring Valley, Minn. Mike attended Spring Valley High School and … [Read more...]
Nancy (Jensen) Arnold
Nancy (Jensen) Arnold, born July 28, 1952, in Ames, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on April 6, 2026. While her passing was sudden, she is deeply loved and will be carried in her families’ hearts always. On April 24, 1970, Nancy married Rick Arnold of Chatfield, Minn. Together they shared almost 56 years together raising their family and building a life centered on … [Read more...]
Louise Joanna (Elton) Sikkink
Louise Joanna (Elton) Sikkink, of Harmony, Minn., passed away April 6, 2026, at WinnMed Hospital in Decorah, Iowa surrounded by her family. Louise was born June 2, 1935, to Marvin and Tressie (Alfson) Elton. She attended school in Hutton and graduated from Harmony High School in 1953. She began her career as the secretary to the superintendent at Harmony High School. During … [Read more...]
Donald Welander
Donald Welander, age 83, of Wykoff, Minn., died on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Cottagewood Senior Communities, in Rochester, Minn. Visitation will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley, Minn. Burial will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences may be left at … [Read more...]
Wayne “Big Wayne” Boehmke
Wayne “Big Wayne” Boehmke passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on April 1, 2026, at Gundersen Lutheran Hospital. Wayne was born on December 25, 1958, to Eldon “Pete” Boehmke and Judith Boehmke (Olson) in Winona, Minn. He was united in marriage to Wanda Ruedy on June 7, 1980. Wayne was a lifelong farmer and an avid animal lover, a passion he passed on to all of … [Read more...]
Caledonia Area Community Education Early Learning Programs
Caledonia Area Community Education believes in nurturing the potential of every child through play, creativity, and care. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for children to grow, learn, and develop essential life skills, while giving parents peace of mind knowing their children are in good hands. Hand in Hand Preschool Program: … [Read more...]






