By Mary Athey Vice President of Entrepreneurship, SMIF In small towns, people are always showing up to fill gaps – the chef makes extra meals at the church; the mechanic fixes cars out of neighbors’ garages. One person with a skill can make a big difference in a small town. But how does a neighbor helping out become a lasting part of the community? With the right … [Read more...]
Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Assumed Name | Certificate of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 333
The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: PINE GROVE PALLETS Principal Place of Business: 11096 225TH … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Caledonia Police Department Julian Jade Moen, 18, Caledonia, MN; 2/28/2026, Liquor Consumption by Person Under 21, Fine $100, Total Fees $175. Chatfield Police Department Darrin Robert Welch, 34, Fountain, MN; 2/3/2026, Speeding (39/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $120. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office James Lloyd House, 34, Byron, MN; 3/10/2026, Speeding (65/55), … [Read more...]
NOTICE OF BANK ACQUISITION
Notice is given that application has been made to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, 13710 FNB Parkway, Suite 110, Omaha, NE 68154 for consent to purchase the assets and assume the liabilities of First State Bank of Fountain Fountain, MN 55935 by First National Bank Oldham, SD 57051 It is contemplated that the bank in Fountain, Minnesota will … [Read more...]
CANTON TOWNSHIP ROCK QUOTES
The Canton Township Board will accept quotes on crushed rock which meets state specifications. Quotes are to be on a per ton basis, delivered, spread and picked up as needed. Quotes are to be sent or delivered to the Township Clerk on or before 5:00pm, April 28, 2026. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Fay Garness Township Clerk Publish 6,13 … [Read more...]
Grand Meadow Township Residents (2026)
The Grand Meadow Township Board will meet at the ES Building on the following dates at 9 a.m. April 14 June 9 August 11 September 8 November 10 December 8 LuAnn Holst, Clerk/Treasurer Grand Meadow Township Publish 6 … [Read more...]
ORION TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST
The Orion Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at the Orion Town Hall, 9006 County Rd #7 SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 on Monday, April 20th, after 8:00 p.m. regarding: An application for a Conditional Use Permit for the change of use of existing agricultural accessory buildings to agritourism use (Wildflower Prairie Farm), including agricultural education, farm … [Read more...]
Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Preston Public Hearing Notice
The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Preston will hold a public hearing on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to consider a variance request submitted by Debbie Thompson. Ms. Thompson, owner of the property located at 112 Fillmore Street East, is proposing the construction of a covered deck attached to the rear of the primary structure. City code requires a … [Read more...]
HOUSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 294 REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING April 9, 2026 | 6:00 PM
High School Library Live Stream: ISD 294 AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance III. Agenda Approval Public Comment Consent Items Minutes Payment of Bills Personnel New Contracts Increased Contracts Hiring Memos Resignations Retirement Leave Request Discussion Items Hurricane Hero – Leah Stinson Student School … [Read more...]
FORESTVILLE TOWNSHIP CHANGE OF MEETING NOTICE
The regular April meeting for Forestville Township has changed from April 21st to April 20th at 7:30 pm at the Forestville Town Hall. Lori Winter, Clerk Forestville Township Publish 6,13 … [Read more...]


