Court File No.: 23-PR-25-710 In Re: Estate of Janice Ann Merkel, Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DETERMINATION OF DESCENT Leslie Merkel has filed a Petition for Determination of Descent. It is Ordered that on February 5, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., a hearing will be held via Zoom in this Court at Preston, Minnesota, on the petition. See Notice … [Read more...]
Dispose of Holiday Greens and Christmas Trees Correctly to Protect Minnesota’s Trees and Forests – Invasive Pests Can Hide on Festive Foliage
ST. PAUL, MN: Holiday greenery and Christmas trees bring joy throughout the season, but they can also hide dangerous pests. Diseases and invasive species can make their way into our landscapes on trees and boughs brought into Minnesota from other states. To protect our environment, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture is asking residents to take these steps to properly … [Read more...]
It’s Still Christmas
By Pastor Jeff Jacobs Unity Lutheran Parish - St. Paul, Saetersdal and St. Matthew’s, Granger Now we are truly in the Christmas Season … To many, “Christmas” began weeks ago – perhaps the day after Thanksgiving or when the first decorations and sales appeared in stores (back in August?). And for some the holiday now ends, the music turns off and … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Caledonia Police Department Vanessa Jean Hinck, 39, Stewartville, Minn.; 11/12/2025, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $275. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office William Merton Douglas, 55, Winona, Minn.; 2/12/2025, Burglary (Felony)- Second Degree - Building - Possess Tool (Concurrent/Consecutive), Fine $1,000, Total Fees $1,160. Commit to Commissioner … [Read more...]
Mark F. Kipp
Mark F. Kipp, age 74, of Chatfield, Minn., passed away on December 16, 2025, at his home in his sleep, after battling some medical issues. Mark was born on February 25, 1951, in Albert Lea to John “Jack” and Betty Jane (nee Davis) Kipp. He graduated from Lourdes High School in Rochester in 1969. He worked various construction jobs and then worked for Road Constructors in … [Read more...]
Darla Kaye (Kumpf) Frank
Darla Kaye (Kumpf) Frank, age 74, of Spring Grove, Minn,, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on December 15, 2025. She was born on August 30, 1951. Darla was united in marriage to John Frank, March 20, 1976, with whom she shared a life rooted in love, family, and community. She was a devoted mother to her children: Anthony (Jen), Stacy (Dean), and Travis … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Caledonia Police Department Trevor James Mitchell, 39, St. Cloud, Minn.; 3/25/2025, Harassment; Restraining Order - Violate Within Ten Years of the First of Two Previous Domestic Violence Convictions/Adjudications, Total Fees $150. Commit to Commissioner of Corrections, Minnesota Correctional Facility St. Cloud - 26 months. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Larry … [Read more...]
Fillmore County District Court
On December 3, Mark Allen Peitzmeier, 45, of Mabel, appeared before District Court Judge Nancy L. Buytendorp. Peitzmeier is charged with three Burglary felonies; First Degree - Dwelling - Occupied - Non-Accomplice Present, Second Degree - Dwelling - Attempted, and Third Degree - Enters Without Consent with Intent to Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Misdemeanor. The first offense … [Read more...]
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-25-666
In Re the Estate of: Ronald Bornholdt, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative and Notice to Creditors was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated August 22, … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton school district mabel, mn NOTICE OF BID
Mabel-Canton School District, Mabel, Minnesota, is presently soliciting competitive “Best Value Prime Contract Proposals” for Mable-Canton High School – Renovation & Additions. Sealed bids will be received electronically through Building Connected using the following link: https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/5757529c4425ca0a0029307b, free of charge to Contractors. … [Read more...]