By Richard Karpel Reprinted with permission of The News & Observer in Raleigh, NC. June 28, 2018 — Guilford County commissioners voted this year to move all public notices required by state law from local newspapers and their websites to the county’s website. Four companies that publish newspapers in the county recently filed suit to have the ordinance — and the statute … [Read more...]
Writer explores making the driftless region “home” in week-long residency
“What does it mean to be a sliver of land unscraped by glaciers in the flat fertile Midwest? What stories will I find in the soil? What will I learn about myself and the land?” Rachael Button, a writer and place-based educator, will begin answering — and posing — these questions as the second 2018 Crystal Creek Citizen-Artist at the end of July. This marks the second year for … [Read more...]
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation awards $65,000 in grants Five organizations receive Economic Development and FEAST! Smart Start Grants
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) approved five grants totaling $65,000 to support education and technical support for new or existing entrepreneurs and businesses, and to build resources for creating a sustainable and resilient food economy for southern Minnesota. A total of $45,000 in Economic Development Grants, designed to support new collaborative … [Read more...]
College News
Honors List Fall 2017 • Gustavus Adolphus College: Casey Olson, Harmony; Rebecca Bunne, Ostrander • Riverland Community College: Rhett Litrell, Chatfield; Megan Schultz, Fountain; Victoria Hershberger, Preston; Jadelin Aarsvold, Spring Valley; Delia Dahl, Spring Valley; Brianna Dols, Spring Valley; Collin Hofschulte, Spring Valley; Kori Kruegel, Spring Valley; Renee … [Read more...]
Zero interest loans available for farmers affected by flooding
Minnesota farmers affected by the recent flooding can take advantage of a 0% Disaster Loan Program offered by the Minnesota Rural Finance Authority (RFA). The program helps farmers cover flood clean-up, repair, and replacement costs not covered by insurance. The severe summer storms, which began on June 9, 2018, have caused significant flooding and damage to farm property in … [Read more...]
Minnesota weekly fuel update and outlook
July 16 — 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 1.3 cents per gallon versus last week to $2.87/g, according to GasBuddy. Average gasoline prices on July 16 in Minnesota have ranged … [Read more...]
Goal exceeded by 6 at Harmony blood drive
Thank you to all the donors who contributed to the success of the bloodmobile held in Harmony on July 10, 2018. Our goal for the day was 44, and with 53 donors presenting (including one first-time donor), we succeeded in collecting 50 units. In addition to exceeding our goal, the following milestones were reached by local donors: Richard Berg, 12 gallons; Peter Bissen, 10 … [Read more...]
“Reflections” showcases Womanhood Within Water
Lanesboro Arts presents “Reflections,” a photography exhibit by Rhea Pappas of underwater pictures. The exhibit opens with an artist reception on Saturday, August 18, 2018, from 6-8 p.m., and runs through October 18, 2018. The reception will include wine and hors d’oeuvres, as well as live music. Always free and open to the public, the Lanesboro Arts Gallery is open seven days … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Amy Ranee Boettcher, 42, Rochester, Minn.; 6/2/2018, Compose, Read, or Send Electronic Message in Motion or Traffic, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Robert Chet Christopherson, 48, Hayfield, Minn.; 6/2/2018, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Scott Richard Coxworth, 49, Houston, Minn.; 6/28/2018, Operate … [Read more...]
Fillmore County District Court
On July 9, Justin Dean House, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. House, 35, of Harmony, is charged with 3rd Degree Drug Possession (Methamphetamine/Amphetamine in School/Park/Public Housing Zone). It is a felony with a maximum criminal penalty of 20 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, or both. On or about July 7, a conservation officer allegedly approached … [Read more...]