In the Monday, August 17, 2020, issue of the Fillmore County Journal, there was a guest commentary submitted by Jane Peck titled “Electing politicians who care about people’s lives.” In Peck’s commentary, she said that State Representative Greg Davids doesn’t have “experience or work in teaching.” State Rep. Davids offered the following correction: “Regarding Ms. Peck’s … [Read more...]
Letter about a special thanks to the August 17 commentarians…
In the Monday, August 17, 2020, issue of the Fillmore County Journal, there was a guest commentary submitted by Jane Peck titled “Electing politicians who care about people’s lives.” In Peck’s commentary, she said that State Representative Greg Davids doesn’t have “experience or work in teaching.” State Rep. Davids offered the following correction: “Regarding Ms. Peck’s … [Read more...]
23 Minnesota cities recognized as telecommuter-friendly communities
St. Paul – On August 7, Governor Tim Walz issued a proclamation congratulating 23 cities, townships and counties across Minnesota as telecommuter-friendly communities and declared August 7, 2020 as Telecommuter Forward! Day in the State of Minnesota. The communities commit to coordinating and partnering with broadband providers, realtors, economic development professionals, … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Caledonia Police Department Heather Maureen Cluver-Tuebert, 33, Caledonia, Minn.; 6/27/2020, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $105. Amber Renee Kastl, 31, Fort Madison, Iowa; 1/26/2020, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession Prohibited, Fine $50, Total Fees $125. Harlan Carl Nelson, 61, La Crescent, Minn.; 7/15/2020, … [Read more...]
Outhouse fire in rural Spring Valley
On Monday, August 17, 2020, at approximately 2:30 a.m., the Spring Valley Fire Department was dispatched by the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department to extinguish a fire at the Spring Valley Campground located about two miles east of Spring Valley, Minn., on County Road 8. There was an outhouse on fire and three picnic tables had been set ablaze. A suspect has been identified … [Read more...]
Request for Emergencey Services retiree names
As part of the Fillmore County Journal’s upcoming Emergency Services special section, we would like to honor those retiring from service to ambulance, fire and police departments between September 1, 2019, and August 31, 2020. Towns included in this September 7, 2020, section are Canton, Chatfield, Eitzen, Fountain, Grand Meadow, Harmony, Houston, Lanesboro, LeRoy, Mabel, … [Read more...]
My little chickadee
My favorite bird is the chickadee. There are things that turn frowns upside down. A chickadee does that for me. It’s not a state law that we all must have a favorite bird, but it’s a good Idea. You never know when it’ll come in handy or be included in a pop quiz. It goes without saying that it’d look good on a resume. I first noticed chickadees when I was a dear boy. I … [Read more...]
Wedding: Troia ~ Bigalk
Rachel Troia and Ryan Bigalk of Madison, Wis., were married at the Pope Farm Conservancy in Verona, Wis., on June 21, 2020. A small celebration was held at the bride’s parents’ home following the ceremony. Their formal ceremony and reception will be held at Lake Windsor Country Club in Windsor, Wis., on June 11, 2021. Rachel is the daughter of John and Laura Troia of … [Read more...]
2020 Fillmore County Fair 4-H non-livestock results
It is important that through-out the pandemic we give our youth the opportunity to continue learning, leading and showcasing their hard work. Shows were held as trailer shows and attendees were limited to volunteers, youth and parents. Health checks were done for every person who came onto the grounds and the number of people on the grounds were limited to under 250 people. … [Read more...]
2020 Fillmore County Fair livestock results
It is important that through-out the pandemic we give our youth the opportunity to continue learning, leading and showcasing their hard work. Shows were held as trailer shows and attendees were limited to volunteers, youth and parents. Health checks were done for every person who came onto the grounds and the number of people on the grounds were limited to under 250 people. … [Read more...]