Kenneth Joseph Meisch “Kenny,” 68, of Caledonia, Minn., walked into the arms of Jesus on April 30, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was a devoted husband, beloved father, and adoring grandpa. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Caledonia, Minn., on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at 11 a.m. Visitation will take place from 9:30-11 a.m. at the … [Read more...]
Calvin Ordell “Dusty” Anderson
Calvin Ordell “Dusty” Anderson was born July 2, 1953, in Decorah, Iowa, to Ordell and Edna (Iverson) Anderson. He graduated from Mabel-Canton High School in 1971. Calvin began farming with his dad and continued after his death on the family farm. He later worked at Fastenal in Winona. On April 1, 1995 he married Ann Buecksler at the Newburg United Methodist Church. She … [Read more...]
Ronald Orlin Brevig
Ronald Orlin Brevig, age 91, of Rushford, Minn., died at Harmony Place on Friday, April 28, 2023. Ronald was born March 10, 1932, in Houston County, Minn., on the family farm, the son of Melvin and Myrtle (Moger) Brevig. Ron graduated from Houston High School in 1950. He was united in marriage to Bonnie Fogal on November 15, 1952, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Rushford, … [Read more...]
Joann Elizabeth Gillespie
Joann Elizabeth Gillespie, age 87, of Chatfield, Minn. passed away at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn., and was welcomed with open arms into Heaven on April 27, 2023. Joann was born on March 2, 1936, to Fred and Lucy (Farmer) Madison in Marengo, Iowa. She graduated as salutatorian from the class of 1954 in Goldfield, Iowa. On August 15, 1954, she married Howard … [Read more...]
Government This Week
Monday, May 1 •City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. •Kingsland School Board, Work Session, Elementary Conference Room, 6 p.m. •Preston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. •LeRoy City Council, Community Center, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 2 •Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. •Houston County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. •Hokah … [Read more...]
Correction
On page 21 of the April 24 Fillmore County Journal, the article “Kingsland School Board discusses track replacement,” regarding the April 17 Kingsland School Board meeting, incorrectly stated that Kingsland was taking bids for a new bus shed. It is actually SMEC (Southern Minnesota Education Consortium, the special education consortium to which Kingsland belongs) taking bids … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project Why the United States is no longer the greatest nation in the world
By Nicholas Weist The United States of America; particularly is known, basically worldwide, as the wealthiest and most powerful nation. Unfortunately, the country falls short in crucial areas such as education, healthcare, and infant mortality, making it inferior to all sorts of other countries. It’s time for Americans to face this truth. We are not the greatest country in … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Kyle Alexander Sears, 35, Ostrander, Minn.; 3/10/2023, Animal Ordinance Running at Large, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Hokah Police Department David John Blackstone, 55, Holmen, Wis.; 2/1/2023, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $275. 2/1/2023, Speeding - Exceed Limit of 30 mph - Urban District (42/30), Fine $50. Houston … [Read more...]
A Pastor’s Wishes for Parents
By Rev. Deanna Woodward Maple Leaf Parish - United Methodist Churches of Cherry Grove, Fountain, Preston and Spring Valley Jesus said, “Let the children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of Heaven.” Matthew 19:14 This time of year, we move into confirmation and graduation season—important milestones in the lives of young people and … [Read more...]
April weed of the month: Lesser celandine Lesser celandine, also known as fig buttercup, is a relatively new invader to the state
In a few short weeks (or longer in the northern part of the state), we will begin seeing the pops of color of spring ephemerals. Some skunk cabbage is already taking advantage of areas with recent snow melt. As the snow recedes and the ground temperatures begin to warm, the beginning of spring is a great time to look for the emergence of invasive plants. Lesser celandine … [Read more...]