Edith Ann Jandro, of Owatonna, Minn., passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at the age of 81, surrounded by loved ones. Edie, as she was affectionately called, was born September 14, 1943, in Sioux City, Iowa. The family moved to Rushford, Minn., and later to Lewiston, Minn., where Edie graduated from Lewiston High School in 1961. She attended Winona State University and … [Read more...]
Brock Jeffrey Nelson
Brock Jeffrey Nelson, age 35, of La Cresent, Minn., died in an ATV accident in Montrose County, Colo., on September 13, 2025. Brock was born on January 22, 1990, at Winona Health Hospital to Scott and Rebecca (Chiglo) Nelson. His birth was celebrated by his immediate family who couldn’t wait for his arrival. Dr. John Petersen delivered Brock and often referred to Brock as … [Read more...]
Body Found on Upper Iowa River
On September 12, 2025, the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Upper Iowa River near Bluffton around 10 a.m. for a report of a body that was found in the river. The body was recovered and identified. Out of respect for the family, no additional details are being released at this time while they work through this difficult situation. There is no suspicion of foul … [Read more...]
Shirley “Maude” Skaran
Shirley Skaran, age 96, of Ostrander, Minn., died Friday, September 12, 2025, at her home. Memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, September 19, 2025, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ostrander, Minn., with Rev. Herman Bakker officiating. Burial will be in the Grand Meadow Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2025, also at Trinity … [Read more...]
Dale Hanson
Dale Milton Hanson passed away peacefully at his home in St. Charles, Minn., surrounded by family on September 8, 2025, at age 74. Dale was born in Spring Grove, Minn., on October 21, 1950, to Orville and Irene Hanson. He attended school in Mabel, Minn. He continued his education at Winona Vocational Technical College for welding, until graduating in 1972. He then worked as … [Read more...]
Donald G. Oss
Donald G. Oss, 94, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, at the Spring Valley Care Center. Don was born at home in Spring Valley to parents Gjert P. and Julia Oss October 1, 1930. He was baptized and confirmed at the Norwegian Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, and attended the local schools, graduating in 1948. In 1952 Don received a degree … [Read more...]
Virgil A. Losen
Virgil A. Losen, age 62, of Decorah, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Wellington Place in Decorah, following a battle with cancer. Virgil was born on May 7, 1963, in Caledonia, Minn., to Alton and Violette (Erickson) Losen. He grew up in the Hesper area and attended North Winneshiek School. He was baptized and confirmed at Hesper Lutheran … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Board Meeting Summary of Minutes, 9.2.2025
Fillmore County Board of Commissioners met in a special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. Present: All members, Administrator/Clerk, other staff, citizens, and the press. Board approved: Agenda & Consent Agenda (9/5/25) Commissioner Warrants: Marco, Inc $ 27,546.59 Winona County $ 3,575.00 Goldsmith Remodel & Design, … [Read more...]
HOUSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 294 REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
September 18, 2025 | 6:00 PM High School Library Live Stream: ISD 294 AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance III. Agenda Approval Public Comment Discussion Items Old Business (Items for Discussion and Approval) VII.New Business (Items for Discussion and Approval) Proposed Levy Certification – Superintendent Morem & Director … [Read more...]
Jefferson Township Houston County MN Notice of Meeting
The next monthly meeting of the Board of Supervisors is Monday, September 22, 7 p.m., at the town hall, 2646 County 5, Eitzen, MN. Anne Falken, Clerk Publish 15 … [Read more...]