Pop-up Plays Lanesboro: Roma, Norskies and Bumtown 1935, produced by History Alive Lanesboro, takes you into the world of 1935 in small town southeast Minnesota. Experience a local Roma or gypsy camp (from an elder’s memories) and watch a lively revived local Norwegian play from 1935. Meet town “character” Cyclone Johnson as well as Cecil Ward – local journalist and movie … [Read more...]
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation awards $190,215 in Small Town Grants 22 organizations receive grants
OWATONNA, MN, August 17, 2022 – Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) recently approved 22 grants totaling $190,215 to support small towns of 10,000 or less in SMIF’s 20-county region. The Small Town Grant program was launched in 2017 to support smaller communities which can benefit from additional financial resources to help them grow and address challenges. Since … [Read more...]
Pastor Devotions – Choosing the better way
By Rev. Debra Jene Collum Chatfield United Methodist There is a story about Jesus and his friends that is often not appreciated, particularly by those of us whose lives are full to overflowing with activities and responsibilities. Mary and Martha are friends of Jesus who often host Jesus and his disciples in their homes. On this day, Jesus is in Martha’s home and, as is … [Read more...]
Government this Week
Monday, September 12 •Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5 p.m. •Caledonia City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. •Grand Meadow City Council, Community Center, 6 p.m. •Houston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. •Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. •City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. •Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. •Wykoff City Council, City … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Caledonia Police Department William Phillip Meyer, 59, Caledonia, Minn.; 6/17/2022, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $275. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Joshua Lee Back, 24, Elgin, Minn.; 8/7/2022, Speeding (82/55), Fine $100, Total Fees $290. William Phillip Cordle, 46, Wabasha, Minn.; 9/28/2021, Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/Obscene, … [Read more...]
SEMAC announces October 1 grant application deadline
The Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council announces a call for arts programming proposals by nonprofit organizations. All proposed projects must begin no earlier than December 1, 2022, and be completed within 12 months, culminating with a capstone event that is accessible and open to the public. Online applications will be available throughout September with an October 1, 2022, … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Area Community Foundation releases application for grants
The Lanesboro Area Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for requests ranging from $250-$3,000 from registered 501(c)3 non-profits or government agencies whose projects will enhance the lives of people who call Lanesboro home through education, supportive services, the arts, etc. Applications are available by visiting smifoundation.org/lanesboro, emailing … [Read more...]
Houston County Fair General Exhibit results
4-H Club Legend BHSS, Black Hammer Swift Scooters; BW, Brownsville Wildcats; CR, Caledonia Rockets; HNH, Hearts and Hooves; HC, Hokah Chiefs; HCSS, Houston County Sharpshooters; IND, Independent; LTL, La Crescent Tiger Lilies; LL, Lazy Lopers; MBRS, Mayville Blue Ribbon Strivers; MC, Money Creek Livewires; NN, Newhouse Norsemen; PP, Portland Prairie; SS, Sheldon Spartans; SCR, … [Read more...]
Houston County Fair livestock results
Beef Champion Prospect Market Dairy Steer: James Von Arx, HC; Reserve: Kaitlyn Klug, NN Champion Prospect Market Beef Steer: Carson Horihan, HC; Reserve: Lane Von Arx, HC Champion Prospect Market Beef Heifer: Vanessa Von Arx, HC; Reserve: Evan Horihan, HC Champion Overall Prospect Calf: Carson Horihan, HC; Reserve: Vanessa Von Arx, HC Champion Purebred Dairy Steer: … [Read more...]
AgMag – Bringing agriculture into your classroom and home
By Katie Drewitz University of Minnesota Extension Are you an elementary school teacher, a homeschooling parent, or guardian of a K-6 child? Want to help students learn about where their food comes from in a fun and easy way? Did you know that there’s a free, custom magazine for every grade, K-6, available to all teachers to help improve agricultural literacy and showcase … [Read more...]