Slicing into the first tomato of the season is a much anticipated moment for gardeners. Tomatoes are among the most popular fruit or vegetable plants grown in home gardens. Much of that popularity may be credited to the fact that red, ripe tomatoes have a delicious, juicy flavor that serves as the basis for all sorts of recipes. And since tomatoes can just as easily be grown in … [Read more...]
The differences between organic and inorganic mulches
The benefits of mulch are widely known among lawn and garden enthusiasts. By insulating soil from extreme temperatures, helping soil to retain moisture and preventing weed growth, mulch can help plants, trees and gardens thrive, even during periods when Mother Nature can make that very difficult. Novice gardners may find themselves a little confused when visiting a lawn and … [Read more...]
Facing COVID-19
“Early last week, I received a call from my daughter, who is a physical therapist at a local hospital, telling me they were running low on face masks. My other daughter, also a physical therapist in home health, also mentioned they were very low on masks. Then shortly after that conversation, Pastor Dan (Christ Lutheran Church in Preston, Minn.) shared a post on the church … [Read more...]
Business enrichment session on succession planning postponed
The Lanesboro Economic Development Authority (EDA) is sorry to announce that the Business Enrichment Session on Succession Planning, originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, is being postponed. This is due to the CDC recommendations to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Once it has been deemed safe for gatherings to resume, the EDA will issue a press release … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: The impact of COVID-19 on students and educators
By Kaycie Bellrichard Do you know a student or teacher who has been impacted by the Coronavirus? This pandemic has made an impact on the world, especially on those with major milestones coming up in their lives. Because of the coronavirus, many schools have been closed and school-sponsored activities have been cancelled or postponed. Both students and educators are facing a … [Read more...]
Rep. Davids announces state grant for Houston
State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) is pleased to announce that the City of Houston has received a Minnesota Public Facilities Authority (MPFA) grant. “This is outstanding news for Houston, and I commend the city and state officials who worked together to make this grant happen,” Davids said. Houston will receive a Drinking Water SRF-Loan of $149,500 for … [Read more...]
The impact of the pandemic
By Rev. James Leonard Spring Valley, Minn. I worked for two summers in college as a commercial roofer. Those two summers were enough to leave me with two lasting impressions. The first, I was happy with my choice to go into the ministry. The second, the nickname “Bright Side” given to me by my coworkers because of my frustrating habit of seeing the bright side of every … [Read more...]
Government this week
Wednesday, April 1 • Chatfield School Board, Forum Room, 7 p.m. • Fountain City Council, City Hall, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 2 • Houston School Board, High School Library, 6 p.m. Monday, April 6 • City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Kingsland School Board, Elementary Conference Room, 6 p.m. • Lanesboro City Council, City … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Odilon Cuaquehua-Sanchez, 28, Mabel, Minn.; 3/3/2020, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. Brandt Paul Hubal, 62, Circle Pines, Minn.; 3/7/2020, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Brady Patrick McCabe, 24, Harmony, Minn.; 1/1/2020, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol, Fine $1,000 (stay … [Read more...]
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Launches Emergency Child Care Grant Program in southern Minnesota at the request of Governor Walz
Licensed family- and center-based providers caring for children of emergency and essential workers are invited to apply for grants The six Minnesota Initiative Foundations (MIFs), including Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), have created an Emergency Child Care Grant Program to provide immediate financial support to licensed child care providers in Greater … [Read more...]