Rushford resident Robert Brand was not home when a fire began in his home on July 25. No one was injured, however he and the firefighters were not able to gain entry to save anything. A GoFundMe page has been set up to help Robert with expenses. See https://www.gofundme.com/support-for-brand-house-fire. … [Read more...]
Government this week
Monday, August 6 • City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Kingsland School Board, Work Session, Elementary Conference Room, 6 p.m. • Preston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. Tuesday, August 7 • Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Ostrander City Council, Community Center, 6:30 p.m. • … [Read more...]
Response to Herb Panko commentary
Jeff Coleman I found Herb Panko’s article in the July 16 issue to be a head-scratcher for many reasons. Panko states that we live “in the midst of two alarming trends.” He names these as uncivilized discourse in politics, taken to an extreme in Trump, and second, that the Christian Right supports Trump. His article is half ripping Trump and half ripping the Christian Right, … [Read more...]
Food and flowers
It’s been a wild year for my garden, that’s for sure. After installing a new garden box, the plants have taken off no doubt juiced by the brand new benefits of fresh soil and fertilizer. Sadly, the crazy amount of growth isn’t always good for everyone, as some of our lettuce has gotten so prosperous that it’s too big and essentially useless. The leaves are so bitter the rabbits … [Read more...]
Jobs and social justice: An undeniable connection
Last quarter, the U.S. economy grew at 4.1%. Many of the “experts” insisted 4% growth could never be achieved again. • CNN on 10/11/16; “ Trump promises 4% growth. Economists say no way.” • Wall Street Journal 1/26/17; “Donald Trump’s 4% growth target is easier said than done.” • L A Times 5/19/17; “ If Trump thinks he can get more than 3% economic growth, he’s … [Read more...]
Minnesota weekly fuel update and outlook
July 30 — Gasoline prices in Minnesota have risen 0.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.75/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 2,856 stations in Minnesota. This compares with the national average that has increased 1.1 cents per gallon versus last week to $2.84/g, according to GasBuddy. Average gasoline prices on July 30 in Minnesota have ranged … [Read more...]
Rep. Greg Davids honored as a 2018 Legislator of Distinction
July 17, 2018 — Saint Paul, MN, The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 25 state lawmakers, including Representative Greg Davids, as 2018 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions that aided efforts of Minnesota cities during the past year’s legislative session. Legislators of Distinction are approved annually by the League’s Board … [Read more...]
2018 Fillmore County Fair 4-H non-livestock results
Cat Champion, Marshall Bleifus; Reserve, Marshall Bleifus Child and Family Development Champion, Ella Kleve; Reserve Kate Kleve Clothing Constructed Champion, Sophia Mnti; Reserve, Emma Rowen Clothing Purchased Champion, Avalon Jacoton; Reserve, Emarie Jacoton Club Banner Champion, Norway Go Getters; Reserve, Lanesboro Livewiers Club Community Pride … [Read more...]
2018 Fillmore County Fair 4-H livestock results
Beef Champion Angus Female, Bodie Mayer Champion Beef Cow/Calf, Garrett Aggen Champion Beef Feeder Calf, Madison Simon Champion Beef Market Heifer, Audrey Redalen Champion Beef Rate of Gain, Kaci Goldsmith Champion Beef Steer, Caroline Mayer Champion Breeding Beef Heifer, Hunter Aggen Champion Commercial Heifer, Kassidy Broadwater Champion Crossbred Dairy … [Read more...]
Bernice E. Root
Bernice E. Root, 92, of rural Spring Valley, died Wednesday, August 1, 2018, at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, Minn. A visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, August 6, 2018, at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home in Wykoff. The funeral service will be held on August 7, 2018, at 10 a.m. at Cherry Grove United Methodist Church, with Pastor Deanna Woodward and Pastor … [Read more...]