David “Dave” L. Holland, age 75, loving father, husband, and grandparent, passed away in the company of loved ones on January 28, 2023, in Roseville, Minn. He was Born August 14, 1947, in Spring Grove, Minn., to James and Palma Holland. On September 4, 1966, he joined in marriage to Ann (Torvick) Holland at Trinity Lutheran Church in Spring Grove. He shared a birthday with his … [Read more...]
Wilma “Doris” Mindrum
Wilma “Doris” Mindrum, 96, of Rushford, Minn., died on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. Wilma Doris Evans was born on Monday, June 28, 1926, in Houston, Minn., to Silas and Marie (Johnson) Evans. She was raised in Houston and graduated from Houston High School. On September 2, 1944, Doris was united in marriage with Alf Mindrum in … [Read more...]
Houston County Police Report
Caledonia Police Department Kevin David Frank, 43, Caledonia, Minn.: 7/7/2022, Miscellaneous Nuisances, Fine $75, Total Fees $150. Emily Rose Wheat, 32, Mabel, Minn.: 2/19/2022, Parking During Snow Removal, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Hokah Police Department Timothy Louis Vix, 59, La Crescent, Minn.: 1/12/2023, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $125. Houston County … [Read more...]
Fillmore County District Court
On January 3, Francisco Hernandez Aguirre, 31, of Fond du Lac, Wis., appeared before District Court Judge Jeremy Clinefelter. Aguirre is charged with Receiving Stolen Property, a felony with a maximum criminal penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. On or about December 31, sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to Harmony regarding a stolen car at the Kwik Trip. … [Read more...]
Soil-health workshops planned for area Mower SWCD
January 31, 2023 – Free soil-health workshops once again are being planned in February along Interstate 90 and U.S. Hwy. 14, including a workshop in Stewartville co-hosted by Mower Soil & Water Conservation District. Partnering organizations are offering the 2023 I-90 & Hwy. 14 tour for CLASIC (Crop, Livestock and Soil Innovation Conferences) throughout the month of … [Read more...]
Roll On – A Tribute to Alabama Calling ALL Alabama fans!
Enjoy this top-notch group of musicians having fun with the great hits of the iconic country band, Alabama. The harmonies and instrumentation of Roll On create memories of some of the greatest songs of all time. All will enjoy the American country and southern rock sounds that made Alabama music hit the charts with over 40 number one hits! The event will be held 7 p.m. on … [Read more...]
Basic houseplant care
By Katie Drewitz University of Minnesota Extension January can be a hard month for many people with the dark mornings, cold weather and persistent cloud cover. Houseplants are a great way to liven up your home or office, especially in the winter. In order to keep your houseplants healthy and long lasting it is important to know how to properly care for them and the … [Read more...]
The temple of the Lord
Rev. Peter J. Haugen St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church The glory of the Lord was once found in the pillars of cloud by day and of fire by night. That glory filled the temple, but that glory departed from the temple in judgement before the Babylonian Captivity. That glory did not return when the temple was rebuilt, not as it had been. And that glory is now found in … [Read more...]
Government this Week
Monday, February 6 •Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. •Kingsland School Board, Work Session, Elementary Conference Room, 6 p.m. •Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. •Preston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. •LeRoy City Council, Community Center, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 7 •Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. •Houston County … [Read more...]
Staggemeyer Staves article addition
On page 11 of the January 30 Progress Edition section of the Fillmore County Journal, the end of the article titled “Stave business is all about the employees,” was missing. The entire paragraph is below. The wood and BBQ pellets can be purchased locally in Fillmore and Houston County. You can find them at Caledonia Implement, Caledonia True Value, Red’s IGA, Cox True Value, … [Read more...]