Linda (Blegen) Fuhs, 80, of Spring Grove, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024, in Mabel, Minn., surrounded by her loved ones. Born on March 4, 1944, in Spring Grove, Minn., Lin grew up in a close-knit community and graduated from Spring Grove High School. Lin will be remembered for her kind heart, her warmth, and the way she touched the lives of everyone she … [Read more...]
Hanna Elshoff
Hanna Elshoff, age 81, of Chatfield, Minn., departed for her final Dream Ride Thursday, November 7, 2024, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn.,, due to injuries she sustained from a car accident. Hanna was born during WWII in Verden, Germany, the daughter of Heinrich and Johanne (Riemann) Wahlers. She is survived by her sister Irmgard Lexvold (Wahlers), son Karl … [Read more...]
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: Mortgagor: Christina Nelson, a single woman Mortgagee: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Quicken Loans Inc., its successors and assigns Dated: January 22, 2019 Recorded: January 24, 2019 Fillmore County Recorder … [Read more...]
Jefferson Township Notice of Meeting
The Jefferson Township Board will meet for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, November 18, 7 p.m., at the treasurer’s residence: 19791 Jefferson Rd., Caledonia. Anne Falken, Clerk Publish 11 … [Read more...]
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT
Court File No.: 23-PR-24-568 In Re: Estate of Marlyn Lee Cox a/k/a, Marlyn L. Cox, Marlyn Cox, Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF LOST WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on December 12, 2024, at 10:00 AM, a hearing will be held in this Court via … [Read more...]
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Fillmore County Board of Adjustment has been presented an application from Leo & Deanna Stephas of 1009 S. Washington Ave., Spring Valley, MN 55975 for a 45 foot Variance from Section 613.03(2) of the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance to construct a new dwelling within the setback to the toe of a bluff on their property located in the NE ¼ of … [Read more...]
A Family Legacy: Three Arrows Hunting Preserve
By Zech Sindt Nestled in the heart of southeastern Minnesota, Three Arrows Hunting Preserve is more than just a hunting destination; it’s a family legacy. Owned and operated by Ben and Diane Jacobsen, the preserve embodies a deep-rooted passion for upland bird hunting and Brittany Spaniels. Ben’s lifelong love for Brittany Spaniels began over 40 years ago when he got … [Read more...]
Correction to Veterans Day Events
In the November 4 Veterans Day special section, the date of the Caledonia Elementery School program was incorrect. Please note the program will be held Monday, November 11. Veterans and spouses breakfast in elementary cafeteria 7:35-8:15 a.m.; Public program at 8:30 a.m. in the elementary gym, raising of the flag and wreath placement, veterans are then invited to visit with … [Read more...]
DEED Awards $4.6 Million in Redevelopment Grants
PAUL, MN – Today, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced $4.7 million in land redevelopment grant funding for eight projects statewide and one blighted land demolition loan. The grant funding will create or retain 278 jobs, collectively increase local tax bases by $1.28 million and leverage $174.7 million in private investment. The … [Read more...]
Pastor Devotions – Citizens of the Kingdom
By Pastor Jeff Jacobs Unity Lutheran Parish - St. Paul, Saetersdal and St. Matthew’s, Granger As I write, Election Day is a few days away; this will not be published until a week after. In these contentious times, I simply pray all goes properly, and that we who are Christians behave well, now and in days to come, as citizens – not just US citizens, but citizens … [Read more...]
Area Coaches Inducted to MBCA Hall of Fame
The Minnesota Basketball Coaches Association inducted five men into the MBCA Hall of Fame on October 26, 2024. Two area men, Kris Fadness - Austin, Caledonia and Wade Grinde, Spring Grove were a part of the honors. The MBCA Hall of Fame gives special recognition to those who have made significant contributions to promote high school basketball in Minnesota via their … [Read more...]
Archery on the Rise: Anthem Archery Fuels the Passion
By Zech Sindt We are currently in the middle of bowhunting season, and there’s no better place in Southern Minnesota or Northern Iowa to buy supplies or gain knowledge of archery, deer hunting and deer conservation than Anthem Archery at 1665 Prosperity Road in Decorah, Iowa. Anthem Archery is owned by local business owners Curt Headington and Chris Van Gerpen. The … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement
Toby Royce Johnson Rowan and Saul, Truman and Percy Johnson would like to welcome their new baby brother, Toby Royce born on August 17, 2024, to Benjamin and Tiffany Johnson of Harmony, Minn. He weighed 8 lb 5 oz., and was 20 1/2” long. Paternal grandparents are Mark and Cindy Johnson of Peterson, Minn. Maternal grandparents are Mark and Mary Woitas of Minnesota Lake, … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – Remembering Those From Years Long Past
By Sarah Schneekloth Remembering history is important, but what is more important is remembering those that made that history possible. The National Park Service currently has 31 national war memorials. The newest one, completed on September 19 , 2024, is called “A Soldier’s Journey” and commemorates the soldiers and civilians who fought and helped in World War I. “A … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Chatfield Police Department Jarrad Michael Brown, 48, Chatfield, Minn., 4/18/2024, Harassment; Restraining Order - Violate Restraining Order, Fine $300, Total Fees $465. Local Confinement - 90 days (stay 90 days for two years). Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (10/23/2024): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation - after release from jail (on … [Read more...]