Monday, May 13 • Houston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Whalan City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14 • Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: One single smile
By Maddie Smith “Life is short; smile while you still have teeth.” This is something we have heard, but do we really follow this wise advice? The first facial pattern humans exhibit as infants, smiling, is the universal expression of happiness. Not only does showcasing your grin make you feel good, but it brings light to others’ days. Even though we don’t typically … [Read more...]
Harmony Chamber celebrates Harmony Gardens & Floral new greenhouse
Harmony residents joined Harmony Gardens & Floral on Saturday, May 4 for the Grand Opening of their new greenhouse. The 5,000-square-foot greenhouse houses an increased selections of plants, pottery and yard art, in addition to allowing space to propagate vegetable and flower seedlings. This event marks the beginning of the third season of operation for the business. … [Read more...]
Engagement
Jones ~ Roberts Justin and Becky Jones of Harmony, Minn., and Shari Markowski of Spring Valley, Minn., announce the engagement of their daughter, Cami Rae Jones, to Thomas Nicholas Roberts, son of Tony and Rita Roberts of Lime Springs, Iowa. Cami is a 2015 graduate of Fillmore Central High School and a 2019 graduate of Winona State, with a degree in Criminal Justice and … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement
Jaime Alexander Grigg Jaime Alexander Grigg was born on April 25, 2019, to proud parents Mara Winston Grigg and Corey Grigg in Chicago, Ill. Jaime joins his 2 1/2-year-old brother Owen. Jaime weighed 7 lb 12 oz. and was 22 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Robbie and Paul Brokken of Harmony, Minn. Paternal grandparents are Belinda and Phillip Grigg of Park City, … [Read more...]
It’s a super-sized Stand Still Parade
Plan for a full day of fun at this year’s super-sized Stand Still Parade on Saturday, May 18 in Whalan, Minn. Activities will take place from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. The cornerstone of the day is the Stand Still Parade. Grab your walking shoes and walk around the parade as it stands still from 11 a.m. until noon. There will be cars, trucks and tractors, the Lanesboro High School … [Read more...]
PFA awards over $28 million in water infrastructure projects Funding will support five projects in Greater Minnesota
The Minnesota Public Facilities Authority (PFA) approved $28.35 million in loan and grant funding for water infrastructure projects in Minnesota. Funding was approved for Crystal Bay Township, Fertile, Glenco, Glenwood and Rice County. “I’m working hard to rebuild infrastructure in every corner of our state,” said Governor Walz. “I’m excited that $28 million dollars will be … [Read more...]
Free caregiver class in Preston
Catholic Charities of Southern MN will be offering a Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop series beginning June 26. It will run for six consecutive Wednesdays through July 31. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit from this class … [Read more...]
Minnesota FFA announces top award recipients and elects leaders Fillmore Central member Maddie Smith chosen as treasurer
MINNEAPOLIS, April 30, 2019 – The final session of the 90th Minnesota FFA Convention concluded with the election of the six-member state officer team. The newly elected team will serve nearly 11,000 members in Minnesota for one year. They will also spend the next year representing Minnesota, agriculture and agricultural education at state and national levels. The 2019-2020 … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Report
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Jack Owen Dokken, 34, Pierre, S. Dak.; 4/17/2019, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Devin Ray Dotzenrod, 35, Canton, Minn.; 3/12/2019, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession Prohibited, Fine $50, Total Fees $145. Peter Gerlesberger, 57, Rochester, Minn.; 4/15/2019, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees … [Read more...]