Fillmore County Journal

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Ronald Ray “Rotten” Strong

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Ronald Ray “Rotten” Strong, 70, of St. Augustine, Fla., lost his long fought battle with depression on Saturday July 17, 2021. Ron was born in La Crosse Wis., on September 13, 1950, to Ray and Bonnie (Hansen) Strong. Although Ron was born in Wisconsin, he was a diehard Vikings fan. He enjoyed watching football and NASCAR. Ron’s adult life began in the twin cities as a … [Read more...]

Gerald “Deano” Mullenix

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Gerald “Deano” Mullenix, 81, of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Thursday, September 23, 2021, at Ostrander Care & Rehab. Visitation will be held at Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley from 10:30-11:30 on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. Graveside service will follow at the Spring Valley Cemetery at 11:45, with Pastor Joe Haynes officiating.   Gerald Dean Mullenix was born … [Read more...]

Eleanor “Ellie” Swenson

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Ellie was granted peace when she passed away in the early sunrise hours of August 14, 2021: “What must it be to step on shore and find it Heaven, to take hold of a hand and find it God’s hand, “To breathe new air and find it celestial air, to feel invigorated and find it immortality, “To rise from the care and turmoil of earth into one unbroken calm. to wake up and … [Read more...]

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation announces new Prosperity Initiative cohort; seeks additional members

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OWATONNA, MN – August 30, 2021 – Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) is pleased to announce the members of the 2021 Prosperity Initiative cohort, a program which provides free coaching and training to entrepreneurs who identify as Black, Indigenous or people of color (BIPOC). Seven business owners from four different communities have joined this year’s cohort. SMIF … [Read more...]

Recycling 101 Hazardous Waste Day collection guidelines

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By Drew Hatzenbihler Solid Waste Administrator With the cooler weather it means it’s time for another Fillmore County Hazardous Waste Collection. This year’s event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. While life is starting to look more like it did in 2019, things will still look a bit different at this year’s hazardous waste collection. Guidelines … [Read more...]

Lanesboro proclaims third week of September as “Welcoming Week”

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During the city council meeting on September 7, 2021, the Lanesboro Council approved a proclamation designating the third week of September as “Welcoming Week.” “Welcoming Week 2021,” a nationwide initiative of Welcoming America, helps communities celebrate unity and togetherness. Lanesboro joined the fun this year with special events held on Wednesday, September 15, … [Read more...]

State grants for Hokah and La Crescent

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ST. PAUL – State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) announces that the cities of Hokah and La Crescent are among the 32 recipients of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development’s (DEED) Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) grants. “I congratulate these cities and the department for working together in securing these grants,” Davids said. “This … [Read more...]

History Grant appropriations in southeastern Minnesota announced

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ST. PAUL – State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) said he was pleased to learn a pair of local projects have received funding through history grants from Minnesota Legacy appropriations from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. “It’s great to learn that local and state officials were able to collaborate and make this funding happen,” Davids said. “Congratulations to the … [Read more...]

Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports

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Caledonia Police Department Heather Lynn Gavin, 26, Caledonia, Minn.; 8/12/2021, Operate Unregistered Vehicle/Without Plates on Public Streets/Highway, Fine $100, Total Fees $175.  8/12/2021, Driving Without a Valid License for Vehicle Class/Type, Fine $100.  Brian Michael Goetzinger, 44, Caledonia, Minn.; 8/12/2021, Motor Vehicle Registration - Unregistered - Alter/Deface … [Read more...]