By Anna Erickson If you’re lucky enough to attend a school that offers a class trip, it is definitely something you should go on. I recently returned from my own senior class tour of Washington, DC. Spanning 10 days, Mabel-Canton has one of the longest tours in the area. This is an amazing opportunity and you’ll create memories that will last a lifetime. We kicked off the … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement
Alden Scott Peterson Alden Scott Peterson was born April 20, 2019, to proud parents Nicholas and Kayla Peterson of Preston. Alden weighed 7 lb 2 oz and was 19.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by big brother Emry. Maternal grandparents are Laurie Bacon of Preston and Kevin and Wendy Lange of Harmony. Paternal grandparents are Deb Peterson of Harmony and Larry … [Read more...]
Color for the Kids – Fun Run/Walk Celebrate moms and families on May 12
Come celebrate moms and families on May 12 at 3 p.m.! It all begins at Creekside Park in Rushford! Rushford-Peterson Royalty Peyton Hoiness and Faith Eide, along with the R-P Pageant Committee, have been busy planning for this fun-filled day! This service-project was spearheaded by the 2018 royalty and these young ladies brought it to fruition. Please consider joining in … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Report
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Josephine Louise Colsch, 27, Canton, Minn.; 11/24/2018, Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Boisterous/Noisy/Obscene, Fine $700 (stay $400 until 4/15/2020), Total Fees $390. Local Confinement - 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Unsupervised probation for one year - Conditions (4/15/2019): No contact with victim S.A., Remain … [Read more...]
“Lasting Impact” video now available for showings
Minnesota teen drivers continue to be overrepresented in traffic crashes due to driver inexperience, distraction, speeding and risk-taking. While progress has been made with laws prohibiting cell phone use for teen drivers and the graduated driver’s license law, continued education is needed to reduce teen driving deaths. To educate young drivers on the importance of staying … [Read more...]
Richard “Dick” Bailey
Richard Lee “Dick” Bailey, age 81, of Cannon Falls, died on Monday afternoon, April 29, 2019 at The Gardens at Cannon Falls. Dick was born on November 9, 1937 in Washington, Minn., the son of Hugh and Virginia (Quackenbush) Bailey. When Dick was just three years old, his father died while duck hunting on Armistice Day, November 11, 1940. He grew up and schooled in the Spring … [Read more...]
Kieth Norman Evenson
Kieth Norman Evenson, 66, of Eustis, Fla., passed away peacefully in the hospital on April 22, 2019, with his wife at his side. He was born December 17, 1952, to Carroll and Marian Evenson in La Crosse, Wis. He grew up in Rushford, Minn., where he was active in Boy Scouts. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and trapping. Kieth spent many days at Root River with his brother Ken and … [Read more...]
Donald E. Range
Donald E. Range, 63, of Houston, Minn., died on Monday, April 29, 2019, at his home. Donald was born January 25, 1956, in Harrisburg, Pa., to Miles and Gertrude “Pinkie” (Layton) Range. Donald graduated from Bentley High School in Livonia, Mich. He received his B.A. degree in Biblical Literature from Taylor University in Upland, Ind. He received an M.A. Degree in Student … [Read more...]
Dale McCaffrey
On March 25, 2019, Dale McCaffrey lost his battle in life but gained his heavenly victory. Dale was born May 29, 1952, to James and Melva (Asleson) McCaffrey. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing and Winona. Dale is survived by his brother Michael and the two joys of his life, his niece and nephew Kelly and Ian. He is survived also by his aunts Marge (Richard) … [Read more...]
Gladys (Horstmann) Karver
Gladys Marie (Horstmann) Karver, 90, passed away Friday, April 26,2019, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester. Gladys was born December 25, 1928, to Henry William Horstmann and Clara (Schmidt) Horstmann. She was the youngest of six children. She was four years old when she and family moved from Jordan Township to Orion Township. This became the family farm. She attended … [Read more...]