The Board of Education of Independent School District No. 299, Caledonia, Minnesota, met in a regular school board meeting in the elementary building room #162. The meeting was called to order by School Board Chair Mike Peterson at 5:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. The school board members present were Derek Adamson, Julie Augedahl, Leigh King, Melissa Marschall, … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project – Where Can the Youth Go and Stay?
By Micah Steffens Gone are the days of arcades and roller rinks, and different areas for different interests of the youth. Living in a small town myself, I can say that it’s a bit sad when trying to figure out a place to go and mingle, whether it be just simple hanging out with friends or an actual activity. I myself am lucky enough to be able to drive, but what about the … [Read more...]
NOTICE City of Fountain
Amending Ordinance § 92.42 November 5, 2025 Fountain City Council Room 7:00 p.m. ABATEMENT BY CITY In the event that the property owner shall fail to comply with the “Destruction Order” within seven regular business days and has not filed a notice within 48 hours to the City Clerk of an intent to appeal, the City Council may employ the services of city employees … [Read more...]
Pastor Devotions – God’s Ordered Abundance
By Rev. Tim Sandeno St. Johns Lutheran Church and School, Wykoff I have heard many say that autumn is their favorite among the seasons. While maybe not yet peak for our area, the trees are changing and the reds, yellows, and oranges of fall are making their appearance. I pray that God provides abundantly for those who love this season. I have seen during my walks that … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Chatfield Police Department Nicholas Ryan Haugen, 26, Rochester, Minn., 7/27/2025, Speeding (39/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $120. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Verna P. Hershberger, 18, Canton, Minn., 9/21/2025, Underage Consumption of Alcohol, Fine $100, Total Fees $180. Darcy Ann Kane, 46, Rochester, Minn., 9/28/2025, Engage in Cellular Phone or Video Call … [Read more...]
Ask a Trooper
Question: In your last article you wrote about “pavement markings.” Could you talk about “turn lanes” as I think there are quite a few people who get confused by this? Answer: Turn lanes near intersections separate left-turning or right-turning traffic from through traffic. White arrows, sometimes accompanied by the word “only,” indicate that drivers must stay within a … [Read more...]
Soybean Storage Options
By Katie Drewitz University of Minnesota Extension PRESTON and CALEDONIA, MN — Moisture is key but not the whole story for successful farm storage of soybeans. Soybean yield is typically normalized to 13% moisture and soybean buyers will pay full price for soybeans up to a moisture content of 13%. Also, grain bins will typically store 13% moisture soybeans for up to … [Read more...]
Donald “Don” Alan Thorson
Donald “Don” Alan Thorson, 90 of Deep Creek Lake, Md., passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 15, 2025. He was surrounded by loved ones. Don was born on September 13, 1935, in Spring Grove, Minn., son of the late Arnold and Della Thorson. Don met his wife Judy, while he served in the 64th Air Division of the US Air Force in St. John’s NFLD. Upon leaving the Air Force, he … [Read more...]
Lisa Jean Kimball
Lisa Jean Kimball, 57, formerly of Canton and Mabel, died Monday, October 13, 2025, at the Pine Haven Care Center in Pine Island, after a courageous three-year fight with MSA-c. Lisa was born January 18, 1968, in Spring Grove to Gary and Shirley (Bakke) Kimball. She graduated in 1986 from the Mabel-Canton High School. She went through the Surgical Technician program at … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Board Meeting Summary of Minutes, 10.7.2025
Fillmore County Board of Commissioners met in a 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 (10/10/25) Commissioner Warrants: Whalan Autobody LLC $ 7,831.93 Marco, Inc $ 57,712.27 Knowink, LLC $ … [Read more...]