Marvin K. Peacock passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020, in Mabel, Minn. He was 84 years old. Marvin Kent Peacock was born January 23, 1936, to Palmer and Ethel Smith Peacock. He was born on the farm near Hesper, and Palmer drove a horse and sleigh to get the doctor and bring him to the farm, driving over snow that was over the fenceposts. His youth was spent in … [Read more...]
Carroll F. Inglett
Carroll F. Inglett, 79, of Decorah, Iowa, died Saturday, November 14, 2020, at Winneshiek Medical Center in Decorah following a battle with COVID-19. Carroll was born January 23, 1941, to Ervin and Frances (Iverson) Inglett on the family farm near Hesper, Iowa. He grew up on the farm helping his dad and later helping his dad and uncle, Arden, with carpentering. He enjoyed … [Read more...]
Gladys Ione (Larson) Mrachek
Gladys Ione (Larson) Mrachek, 86, passed away peacefully and transitioned into her new role as our guardian angel on November 10, 2020. Gladys was born on October 6, 1934, to Nels and Inger (Quamen) Larson on a farm just outside Peterson, Minn. In her younger years she loved skating and dancing and became quite the accomplished ice skater. In fact, people would often comment … [Read more...]
Frederick Carl Huhn
Frederick Carl Huhn, 84, passed away peacefully at home on November 14, after suffering a stroke. He was surrounded by his loving family. Fred was born at home on September 3, 1936 on the family farm in Bangor, Wis., to Karl & Viola (Schafer) Huhn. In his younger years, he attended Rockland Elementary and in 7th grade he attended St. Paul’s Lutheran Church School. During … [Read more...]
Audrey Trogstad
Audrey Trogstad went to her maker on November 13, 2020, at the age of 94, at the Gundersen Healthcare at Harmony, Minn., with her family by her side. Audrey Kester was born on September 21, 1926 in Orion Township, Olmsted Co., to Orlo and Francis (Smalley) Kester of Chatfield, Minn. Audrey graduated from Chatfield High School. She married Orval Trogstad on June 12, 1950, … [Read more...]
Falcon Football Wins Second Straight
After a 0-3 start to the season, Fillmore Central football beat Hayfield 32-8 to win its second straight contest. A trio of Falcons posted multiple TDs. Two topped 100 yards rushing. Falcon senior QB Zach Haugerud (10-112, TD rushing, 5-8, 82 yards, 2 TDs passing) authored a trio of scores, hitting classmate Carson Kiehne (12-58 rushing, 4-59, 2 TDs receiving) on a pair of … [Read more...]
A plea to my fellow deer hunters
By James Gilmer Houston, Minn. I am a 65-year-old deer hunter who has never hunted deer with a gun. To steal a phrase, I am a “dyed in the wool” bow hunter. I have been hunting deer for 44 years. The last 38, I have hunted deer strictly with traditional equipment. For the uninformed, that means I hunt with the old fashioned long bow and recurve. I moved to Houston County … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Caledonia Police Department Isaac Andruw Brickman, 22; 9/23/2020, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $100. Ryan Craig Halverson, 27, Rushford, Minn.; 9/23/2020, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $100. Joseph Brock Picataci, 39, La Crescent, Minn.; 9/28/2020, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger … [Read more...]
Request for proposals City of Preston
Request for proposals City of Preston The City of Preston is requesting proposals from qualified CPA firms to audit its financial statements for the year ending Dec. 31, 2020, with an option to retain audit services for the year ending Dec. 31, 2021. The RFP may be obtained by contacting Preston City Hall (507) 765-2153 or on the city website at … [Read more...]
NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR CITY ATTORNEY
NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR CITY ATTORNEY The City Council of the City of Preston, Minnesota, will receive proposals for City Attorney for 2021 at the City Clerk’s Office until 4:30 p.m., Monday, November 30, 2020. A request for proposal may be obtained at the Preston City Clerk’s Office, 210 Fillmore St. W, Preston, MN. Joseph Hoffman City … [Read more...]