Restoration and degradation As cars pull in full of people dressed in sensible shoes and long sleeves, the annual wildflower walk of the Harmony Garden Club is about to commence. A warm, sunny morning welcomes us as the first tinge of green is visible in the surrounding forests. Our hosts, members of the group, welcome us to their several-hundred acre property. Everyone is … [Read more...]
Filing for SWCD supervisor candidates is May 22 – June 5, 2018
Minnesota citizens interested in influencing natural resources issues at the local level are encouraged to run for supervisor of the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). SWCD supervisor positions are filled through general elections which will take place on November 6, 2018. Those interested in running for Supervisor should file at the County Auditor’s … [Read more...]
Final Experience Harmony public input meeting to be held
The Harmony Economic Development Authority (EDA) is hosting the final public input meeting in its second series of “Experience Harmony.” The program designed to gather ideas on how to continue make Harmony the best place to live, work, and play over the next one to 10, or even 20 years. This final meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. at the Harmony … [Read more...]
Minnesota Energy Resources offering grants to assist first responders in meeting safety needs
Minnesota Energy Resources works tirelessly to safely serve its customers and communities each day. To assist those who also strive to uphold public safety, Minnesota Energy Resources and its charitable giving organization, the Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) Foundation, are offering grants of up to $2,000 to emergency response agencies in the energy company’s service area. … [Read more...]
National Police Week and National Peace Officer Memorial Day
By Sheriff Tom Kaase May 11-17 is National Police Week. This week also includes the recognition of the National Peace Officer Memorial Day, on May 15. This is important to our Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office because we want to take this opportunity to recognize all off the law enforcement officers throughout our county. It is even more important as it is a time in which we … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Meredith Marie Diebold, 21, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 3/23/2018, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Michael Lee Drake, 28, Lanesboro, Minn.; 2/11/2018, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Kathryn Gronostalski-Jeffrey, 62, Carbondale, Ill.; 3/19/2018, Speeding (40/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Lyn Renee Meany, 52, Rose … [Read more...]
Wheel through Whalan at the Stand Still Parade
The third weekend in May is fast approaching and that means it’s time to mark your calendars for the annual Whalan Stand Still Parade. This year you are invited to come “Wheeling Through Whalan” on Saturday, May 19. The festivities begin at 10 a.m. and conclude at 3 p.m. Of course, the highlight of the day is when the parade stands still from 11 a.m. until 12 noon. Walking … [Read more...]
The Rutabaga Brothers headline at the Stand Still Parade
Are you ready to hear some blues on the Root River Trail? Stop in at the Whalan Stand Still Parade on Saturday, May 19, in Whalan, Minn. The Stand Still Parade festivities begin at 10 a.m. and continue until 3 p.m. The parade will stand still from 11–12 noon. There will be musical performances throughout the day, including The RavensFire Band, Wellespring, and the Lanesboro … [Read more...]
Richard “Dick” V. Johnson
Richard “Dick” Johnson, age 86, of Harmony, Minn., passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 9, 2018, at the Gundersen Harmony Care Center in Harmony, Minn. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 12, at Greenfield Lutheran Church in Harmony, followed by burial in Greenfield Cemetery, Harmony. Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church. Lindstrom … [Read more...]
Esther Marie McCaulley
Esther Marie McCaulley, 92, of Spring Valley, Minn., formerly of Wykoff, Minn., died on Monday, May 7, 2018, at Spring Valley Living Center. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, May 11, at the Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home in Wykoff and one hour prior to the service on … [Read more...]