Mikayla Margaret Rehm, age 18, of Wykoff, Minn., has earned the highest recognition the American Heritage Girls offers to members, the Stars & Stripes Award. In addition to living out the AHG Creed and Oath, award recipients have completed a number of requirements to achieve this honor, including: Earning a total of 16 Merit Badges; Having held a leadership position in … [Read more...]
Arson Trial for Mindy Jones Delayed a Second Time; Review Hearing Scheduled for April 1 Before New Trial Date Will Be Set Reprinted with permission from The Standard, Waukon, Iowa
The arson trial for Mindy Jo Jones stemming from a February 13, 2022, fire that destroyed her Tin, Rust and Harmony business located at 9 Allamakee Street in Waukon has been rescheduled for a second time since her arrest in the case in March of last year. At a pre-trial conference held Monday, February 5 in Allamakee County District Court in Waukon, First Judicial District … [Read more...]
Pastor Devotions: What a Game!
By Pastor Mark Geselle Valley Christian Center, Spring Valley Well the big game is over and what a game it was! I don’t know if your team won or not, but I was hoping for a different outcome. In talking with some friends its funny how you can start the game and not really care who wins, but as the game progresses you get drawn to one side or the other. That reminds me … [Read more...]
Winter Sowing
By Katie Drewitz University of Minnesota Extension Has the end of January fog and the rollercoaster temperatures we’ve been having have you dreaming of spring? While it is still too early to start seeds indoors, there are a few things you can do to stretch your green thumb. Several people recently have made inquiries about winter sowing, which can be a great way to start … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Caledonia Police Department Samantha Lee Hoff, 35, Caledonia, Minn.; 12/20/2023, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $105. Jacqueline Renee Olson, 35, Caledonia, Minn.; 1/1/2024, Failure to Obtain New Driver’s License After Changing Name or Address, Fine $20, Total Fees $95. April Ann Wood, 47, Houston, Minn.; 11/24/2023, Driving After … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: Are Video Games Unhealthy?
By Saturn Ludewig Video games have become an integral part of modern entertainment, but as their popularity soars, debates about their impact on mental and physical health continue to surface, highlighting both the positive and negative effects they can have on an individual. A common belief and misconception made by people is the thought that video games are bad for a kid’s … [Read more...]
Kay M. Helland
Kay M. Helland, 83, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024, at her daughter Holly’s home in Marietta, Ga., where she had been living for the past seven years. Kay was born on May 23, 1940, to Vernon and Orilee (Nelson) Kleimenhagen in Preston, Minn. She graduated from Preston High School and just last year, they celebrated their 65th high school reunion and, although she … [Read more...]
Gerald L. Haagenson
Gerald L. Haagenson, 80, of Mabel, Minn., passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Gundersen Medical Center in La Crosse, Wis. Gerald was born March 12, 1943, in Spring Grove to Giffen and Lillian (Lysgaard) Haagenson. He was baptized at the Garness Trinity Lutheran Church, confirmed at the Henrytown Lutheran Church, and graduated from the Mabel High School. Gerald … [Read more...]
Marilyn Sue (Jolly) Kleist
Marilyn Sue (Jolly) Kleist, age 76, of Rushford, Minn., died Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home.Marilyn was born April 2, 1947, in Oklahoma City, Okla., the daughter of Edward and Myrtle (Abbott) Jolly. Marilyn was united in marriage to Richard Kleist in Midwest City, Okla., and to this union three children were born. The couple later divorced. She … [Read more...]
Jeffrey W. Trende
Jeffrey W. Trende, age 70, of Preston, Minn., lost his battle with Alzheimer’s Disease, surrounded by his family on February 10, 2024, at Traditions of Preston. Jeff was born in Lanesboro, Minn., on August 23, 1953, to Donald and Mary (Young) Trende. He was a lifelong resident of Preston and graduated from Preston High School in 1971, where he was active in wrestling, … [Read more...]