Fillmore County Journal

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Houston City Council Meeting Minutes, May 9, 2022

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Mayor Dave Olson called the City Council meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. May 9, 2022, with the Pledge of Allegiance. Council present:  Mayor David Olson, Cody Mathers, Tony Schultz, and Emily Krage. Staff present: Michelle Quinn, Randy Thesing, Steve Skifton and Brett Hurley. A listing of public members present is on file. Wastewater Treatment Plant: Motion by Krage seconded … [Read more...]

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE

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THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 15, 2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $105,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Kevin Richard Hansen and … [Read more...]

Fillmore County Board Meeting Summary of Minutes, 6-7-22

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Fillmore County Board of Commissioners met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston.  Present: All members, Administrator/Clerk, other staff, citizens, and the press. Board approved: •Agenda & Consent agenda (5/27/2022) Finance Warrants: $103,891.65 •MCCC, MI 33$100,672.00 (6/02/2022) Finance Warrants: $5,396,901.32 •Chatfield Public … [Read more...]

Letter to the editor about what are you doing about it?…

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Letter about what are you doing about it?... To the Editor, Find yourself blaming our elected leaders?  One issue after another?  What are you doing about it? Are you a citizen of the U.S.? You have the most important position in this country.  If you are a voting citizen, what are you doing for your community and your country?  In this coming election? First, make sure … [Read more...]

A sacred oath

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By Pastor Norm Omodt, Retired Chatfield, MN There’s a destructive force in our society, that we must not ignore!  A book by  former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper is titled “A Sacred Oath.  “On May 15,  in an interview on “60 Minutes,” Mr. Esper said he had worked diligently to prevent Trump from taking foolish dangerous actions, like Trump wanted to send missiles into … [Read more...]

The Bell

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The bell in the old wooden tower rings Whether happy or sad news that it sings To gather so many from far and near It tells of things we all need to hear Terror and violence is everywhere now The hate in the world seems to have taken a vow It doesn’t matter what sex, race, or creed The anger in many makes for horrible deeds Why can’t we live in a world without … [Read more...]

Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports

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Caledonia Police Department Arne Wayne Beneke, 71, New Albin, Iowa; 5/24/2022, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $100. Paul Albert Beranek, 82, Hokah, Minn.; 5/31/2022, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $100. Joel Glen Stewart, 46, Lumberton, Miss.; 5/24/2022, Seat Belt Required - Driver and … [Read more...]

From Lanesboro with Love Lanesboro community rallies to support Ukrainian refugees

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Three Lanesboro organizations recently held fundraising events to support Ukrainian refugees, where collectively over $12,000 was raised.  Kindergartners to octogenarians, residents to visitors, all came together to make sure financial resources could be sent from Lanesboro with love to Ukrainians and those assisting refugees. Discovery, a lay-led community fellowship, raised … [Read more...]