Steve A. Young, 74, of Houston, Minn., died on Friday, April 24, 2020, at his home. He was born on June 26, 1945, in Camp Lejeune, N.C., to Eugene and Virginia (Boardman) Young. Steve attended high school and then entered the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War. He was united in marriage with Lucy Knutson on November 29, 1986. Steve owned and operated a street sweeping … [Read more...]
Athlete of the Decade
The poor oil zillionaires
To the Editor, Oh my, all of a sudden people aren’t driving, aren’t flying, aren’t buying plastic or polyester, aren’t making widgets. People who stay home, especially in warmer weather, just don’t need much oil. The oil companies and the demand for their products have had almost unlimited power for most of my 74-year lifetime. Their output has grown like a virus, to the … [Read more...]
Coming together, blaming others?
To the Editor, Coming together, blaming others? As a Preston resident, I have noticed several things that the COVID-19 pandemic has sparked in our small community. I have noticed more people walking around town than ever before, utilizing the wonderful bike trail. Talking more with my neighbors, at a distance, and for longer periods of time has been a joy. Kids are outside … [Read more...]
Still hopeful
It’s amazing how creative and resilient humans can be. Here, in the midst of fear and tragedy, good arises. It was an odd Easter at home. But churches live streamed services. I heard the pastor play his trumpet and it was the most uplifting and triumphant sound coming right into my home. My parents, who are in their 90s and homebound pandemic or not, were able to attend church … [Read more...]
A Decade’s Worth of Sports Part III
The boys basketball All-Decade top 20. Those listed had to be covered by the Journal Sports. Careers that spanned just into 2010 are less regarded. Athletes from Houston are only those 2013-on. Rankings are based off honors, team winning, stats, career longevity, coaches ranking, player comparison, and college credentials. Said rankings are very much subject to debate! Special … [Read more...]
Fillmore County still seeking donations for COVID-19 response
Fillmore County Public Health is still accepting sewn masks, sewn gowns, and sewing materials to address COVID-19 response needs. The goal is to obtain 5,000 sewn masks and 500 sewn gowns. As of April 18, 617 masks and 11 gowns have been donated and distributed to areas of community need. Sewing materials accepted include cotton cloth and elastic. See the Fillmore County … [Read more...]
Rushford Fire Department will help celebrate your child’s birthday
Rushford Fire Department understands during these unprecedented times, our children are making sacrifices as well. Your child’s birthday means a lot to him/her, and during the COVID-19 pandemic, no school, social distancing and no groups larger than 10 has put a hault to such fun with friends and classmates! We want to help make his/her day extra special! If your child … [Read more...]
DEED extends Unemployment Insurance
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced today that the agency has fully implemented the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC), which provides a 13 week extension of unemployment benefits for eligible applications. PEUC was authorized by Congress in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), which … [Read more...]
Recycling 101: Cancelling Household Hazardous Waste and COVID-19 changes
By Drew Hatzenbihler Solid Waste Administrator This time of year, I would normally be writing about spring cleaning and what to do with all the materials you find in your basements and attics, however, this year has been anything but normal. Due to COVID-19 most people have been adjusting to a new way of life; working from home, changing routines to stay home, and socially … [Read more...]