If you play an instrument and would like to join a vibrant community band, you are hereby invited to join the Chatfield Brass (and woodwind) Band. Rehearsals have begun and are on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Chatfield Elementary School band room. Prospective members are encouraged to visit and join at any time. Instrumentalists that haven’t played since high school or … [Read more...]
The buzz about Madi & Daddy Honey
Don Fishbaugher and his daughter Madi enjoy spending time together, just hanging out with a few million friends. Those friends just happen to be the honeybees responsible for Madi & Daddy Honey, produced at Don’s home in southwestern Fillmore County. Regarding their honey venture, Don explained that, “I started about six years ago. It was something fun for Madi and I … [Read more...]
Kingsland Referendum Levy for day-to-day operations
By Maranda Emig Spring Valley, MN My name is Maranda Emig and I am currently on the Kingsland School Board, but I am writing this as a parent and private citizen. I plan on voting Yes for the Operating Levy because of Kingsland staff and my children. When I remember my high school experience, I remember the people I interacted with and how they made me feel. I want that … [Read more...]
Minnesota unemployment rate decreases to 3.3% in August Seasonally adjusted employment up 1,100 jobs overall
Minnesota gained 1,100 jobs in August, according to seasonally adjusted figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased one-tenth percent to 3.3% in August, ending a nine-month stretch where the rate increased from 2.8% last October to 3.4% in July. The U.S. … [Read more...]
USDA offers disaster assistance for MN farmers hurt by 2018, 2019 disasters
ST. PAUL, MN, September 18, 2019 — Agricultural producers affected by natural disasters in 2018 and 2019, can apply through the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program Plus (WHIP+) program. Sign-up for this U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) program began September 11. “There is no doubt that extreme weather has greatly impacted Minnesota’s agricultural producers over … [Read more...]
Remembering Mrs. Wilkes
One of the gifts of “growing older” is that there is time to reflect on the past. We have many friends throughout our lives. Some are with us for many years, others for a shorter time, or just passing through, but they make a lasting impression. They settle quietly into our hearts and continue to influence us throughout our lives. When I was 24 I lived in a four-plex in … [Read more...]
Informational meetings for citizen science stream monitoring opportunity
The National Trout Center will be hosting two informational meetings about a citizen science stream monitoring opportunity. This is a joint venture between the National Trout Center (in Preston, Minn.) and Winona State University in direct response to a 2015 fish kill that might have ended differently if better stream monitoring practices were in place. Learn about the … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Chatfield Police Department Isaac Mattea Hensrud, 18, Rochester, Minn.; 8/16/2019, Speeding (66/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Akoi Diing Ajak, 36, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 6/22/2019, Driving Without a Valid License for Vehicle Class or Type, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Izayah Paul Akers, 20, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/20/2019, Driving … [Read more...]
Everett E. Grabau
Everett E. Grabau, age 99, of Rochester, Minn., died Wednesday September 18, 2019, at Patty Elwood Center in Cresco, Iowa. Everett Ernest Grabau was born in Wykoff, Minn., on November 1, 1919, to Ernest and Selma (Fitzthum) Grabau. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff, Minn. While serving in the Navy during WWII he was united in marriage to … [Read more...]
Julius “Orville” Ruud
Julius “Orville” Ruud, age 74, of Preston, Minn., passed away Monday, September 16, 2019, at Traditions of Preston. Julius Orville Ruud was born on January 9, 1945, to Albert and Vivian (Hegg) Ruud in Spring Valley, Minn. He was a graduate of Spring Valley High School. At the age of 20, Orville was drafted into the Army, where he served two years in Vietnam. He married Dianne … [Read more...]