Myra L. Skare, 74, of Winona, Minn., formerly of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Monday, May 31, 2021, at Mayo Clinic- Methodist Campus in Rochester, Minn. Myra Lee Boland was born January 15, 1947, to Donald and Grace (Schonsby) Boland. She married Gerald Skare and the two later divorced. Myra worked at Mayo Clinic working in data entry and billing, and she also worked … [Read more...]
Norlin Albert Hein
Norlin Albert Hein passed away May 26, 2021, on his farm near Eitzen, Minn. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Sharon (Micke) Hein, children Kevin Hein Camarillo, Calif., Bruce Hein (Aimie) Peoria, Ill., Nancy Conklin (Matt) Boise, Idaho, and Karen Lusk (Tim) Dunedin, NZ, as well as six grandchildren: Meg Conklin, Miles Conklin, Ethan Hein, Emma Hein, Jack Lusk and Kate … [Read more...]
MN Veterans Cemetery-Preston benefits from community support
PRESTON, MN. – As the veterans cemetery in Preston prepares for Memorial Day, the staff also acknowledge the benefits of a caring and generous community. “We are so fortunate to receive support from the community,” says Cemetery Administrator Robert Gross. “One example is an electric vehicle that improves access to visitors.” The six-passenger electric vehicle donated in … [Read more...]
Reported missing adult male, Houston County
On Monday May 24, 2021, at approximately 11:05 p.m., the Houston County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an overdue adult male. It was reported that the family believed the male had been out mushroom hunting and failed to return home. Deputies and La Crescent PD responded to the area on Chicken Ridge Road in rural Houston County. The male’s vehicle was located … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Rien Ross Crawford, 18, Mabel, Minn.; 3/6/2021, Minor Consumption of Alcohol, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Anthony Jared Daley, 36, Caledonia, Minn.; 3/5/2021, Brake Lights Required in Working Order, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Kevin Clifford Irish, 56, Chatfield, Minn.; 2/28/2021, No Motor Vehicle Insurance - Owner, Fine $200, Total … [Read more...]
Fillmore County motorcycle vs. car crash
According to Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge, dispatch received a report of a motorcycle vs. car crash on Fillmore County Road 8 near the intersection with Mower/Fillmore Road, north of Spring Valley at 4:13 pm on Tuesday, May 25. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the crash, along with Spring Valley Ambulance and Fire Departments. Both drivers were … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project The psychological effects of music
Whether it be ancient or modern war songs, oral folk songs, or even now with songs for entertainment, music has had an effect on the human species since the beginning of time. I believe that the music you listen to has an effect on your aura and mind, as in giving you energy and morale, affects your mood, or adjusts your view of the world and yourself. The music you listen to … [Read more...]
Minnesota Police Piper honors law enforcement in Preston
The Minnesota Police Pipe Band (MPPB) is a nationally recognized competition and performance bagpipe band based in the Twin Cities. The band was established in 1963 and is affiliated with both the Emerald Society of Minnesota and the Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association. In addition to numerous performances and competitions, throughout the country and internationally, … [Read more...]
Pastor Devotion – Moving forward
Aw spring! Time to exhale for the season of warming weather and nature coming back to life is upon us. As flowers bloom and animals are born, we are reminded of the innocence and beauty that exist in this wonderful world we live in. There is nothing that puts a smile on my face and a song in my heart more than driving down the road and seeing the baby calves dotting the … [Read more...]
Winifred (Freddie) Elaine Tranaas
Winifred (Freddie) Elaine Tranaas, 86 of Fountain Hills, Ariz., formerly of Mabel, Minn., passed away peacefully at her home at Fountain View Assisted Living on December 31, 2020. A graveside service took place at St. Mary’s Cemetery, rural Mabel, at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 29, 2021. That day would have been Norval and Freddie’s 67th wedding anniversary. A lunch was served … [Read more...]