“Let’s go on an adventure.” “Dr. Stephanie Thorson-Olesen is a psychologist who lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children. She believes that life is an adventure, and the world was meant to be explored! Plus, she is a professor and loves learning and teaching about lifespan development. She created this developmentally stimulating story for the children in her … [Read more...]
Letter to the Editor Time to ponder
To the Editor, I used to feel guilty sitting around the house doing nothing. Recently doing nothing has been elevated to a new level of respectability. It is now noble and patriotic! The suggested response to the coronavirus pandemic is staying in isolation. I begin my day sitting in my easy chair by the north window of my living room with my toast and coffee looking … [Read more...]
Fact checking Jeff Erding
By Kathie Haynes On April 20, 2020, Jeff Erding wrote a commentary titled, “Fact checking the haters.” He says that “the haters” are the leftist writers who attempt to make a case against the Trump administration. I would like to make a case against Jeff Erding’s facts. 1. “Did Trump fire the pandemic response team?” Jeff says that is a nasty lie. The truth is Trump … [Read more...]
Historic Memories of Fillmore County Fillmore County Courthouse and courthouse square
By Dianne Ruud Nothing makes me more pleased than to be able to tell you that I have been hired by Jason Sethre to continue writing the column I wrote for the Fillmore County News Leader, the newspaper he recently purchased from David Phillips. I’m thrilled to be a part of the Fillmore County Journal team! Only one small change - the title of my new column once known as … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: Future awaiting
By Makayla Braaten As I step out on stage, I look to my left and to my right, I think to myself “How have I made it this far? Is this actually real?” I close my eyes and take in the crowd’s energy. I look behind me to the drummer and nod, “This is it,” I tell myself, “We’re finally here!” For my last student writing article for this year I wanted to switch things up a bit. … [Read more...]
The Plant Lady
By Jessi Jablonski Parsley: Not just for garnish Spring has finally arrived and vegetable gardens are popping up everywhere. The thought of fresh salads brimming with ripe tomatoes and cucumbers has gotten everyone ready for picnics at the park. Using fresh herbs in your meals will add a pop of freshness, even on a cool rainy afternoon. Not all herbs are created equal. … [Read more...]
Fillmore and Houston County Police Reports
Caledonia Police Department Edward W. Bathrick, 62, Caledonia, Minn.; 3/11/2020, Failure to Obtain New Driver’s License After Changing Name or Address, Fine $20, Total Fees $95. Georgene Lois Davy, 66, Caledonia, Minn.; 2/8/2020, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within Two Hours, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,600), Total Fees $500. Local Confinement - 365 … [Read more...]
Bruce Aberg
Bruce Alan Aberg, age 62, of Preston, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at Fillmore Place in Preston, Minn. Bruce was born February 26, 1958, in La Crosse, Wis., to Virgil and Kathryn (Anderson) Aberg. As a young boy, growing up on the farm, he enjoyed playing, watching the pigs, pulling loose fur from his Norwegian Elkhound, and hopping on the motorcycle … [Read more...]
Delores Erichsen
Delores M. Erichsen, age 90, of Spring Valley, Minn., died Saturday May 9, 2020, at Spring Valley Living. Delores Marie Erichsen was born February 20, 1930, in Lemond Township, Steel County, Minn., to Melvin and Margaret (Keller) Anderson. She attended and graduated from Owatonna High School in 1947 and continued her schooling at Rochester Vocational School, receiving a … [Read more...]
Rose Marie Henry
Rose Marie (Keefe) Henry, 94, formally of the Bluffton area, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2020, at Luther Manor, Dubuque, Iowa. Due to COVID-19 restrictions imposed by the Archdiocese, a graveside service is scheduled Saturday, May 16, at Saint Bridget’s Catholic Cemetery. If you wish to send a card to the family, send in care of Maureen Ward, 1951 South Grandview, … [Read more...]