Gladys I. Manion, 92, of Rushford, Minn., died on Saturday, August 11, 2018, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. Gladys was born on October 24, 1925, in Rushford, Minn., to August and Nellie (Thompson) Henze. Gladys grew up in Rushford, Minn., where she spent most of her life. She was united in marriage with Marvin Manion on November 9, 1945. Besides living in … [Read more...]
Betty R. Lindh
Betty R. Lindh, 60, of Rushford, Minn., and formerly of Houston, Minn., was called home to be with her Lord on Thursday, August 9, 2018, at her home. Betty was born on April 21, 1958, in St. Paul, Minn., to Matthew and Monnie (Welden) Gerten. She was raised in Cottage Grove, Minn. Betty graduated from Hastings High School in 1976 in Hastings, Minn. She was a co valedictorian … [Read more...]
Mary A. Hareldson
Mary A. Hareldson, age 85, of Canton, Minn., died Friday, August 10, 2018, at the Harmony Care Center in Harmony, Minn. Mary was born September 20, 1932, in Preston, Minn., to Daniel and Ida (Schaefer) Wilbright. After graduating from the Preston High School, she moved to Rochester and was a nurse’s aide at the Colonial Hospital. In 1951, Mary joined the Women’s Army Corps … [Read more...]
John Gordon Rein
John Gordon Rein, 73, lifelong farmer of rural Highland, Minn., passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, August 9, 2018. John was born October 21, 1944, in Lanesboro, to John Gordon “Gordy” and Evelyn (Biel) Rein. He attended Highland Country School and graduated from the Lanesboro High School in 1962. In July of 1973, he swept Sandra Kay Haugstad … [Read more...]
Caleb’s spirit is alive and giving to others
When Crystal Eide heard the words, “We believe your son has leukemia,” her life, and many others, were changed forever. Her son Caleb was just five-years-old on that dreadful day in February of 2014. Caleb had been a happy, healthy, active little boy. Out of nowhere, things suddenly changed and Caleb’s energy faded. They went to the doctor several times and were told to … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Area Community Foundation releases application for grants
The Lanesboro Area Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for requests ranging from $250-$1,000 from registered 501(c)3 non-profits or government agencies whose projects will enhance the lives of people who call Lanesboro home through education, supportive services, the arts, etc. Applications are available by calling Jim Haugen at (507) 467-2242 or emailing … [Read more...]
Government this week
Monday, August 13 • Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5 p.m. • 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. • Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 14 • Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Harmony … [Read more...]
Science today: Helping children with autism
Autism has been a heavy subject in the media regularly for the past 5-10 years. Many people have their theories as to how autism is caused and why it has become more prevalent in the United States. Of course, as controversial as it appears to be, when there’s a debate science isn’t too far behind giving us the facts. According to an article published in the journal Current … [Read more...]
Letter about the need for new leadership
To the Editor, As the August Primaries draw near, I am reminded that we are in an election year. Given that the primary is on the 14th, I decided that it’s time to see if any of the issues that were present in 2016 have been fixed. After all, if all, or at least the biggest concerns, have been fixed, then there is no reason to change leadership. However, my biggest concern … [Read more...]
Carla Nelson hit pieces on Jim Hagedorn
To the Editor, In Carla’s recent mailings to Fillmore County residents, she makes claims based on half truths. Jim Hagedorn was born in Southern Minnesota. He did finish high school in the D.C. area because his dad, a U.S. Congressman from Minnesota, moved the family to D.C. Jim spent summers here during HS. Since beginning to run for Congress, Jim has become well known … [Read more...]