Violet G. Runningen, 86, of Houston, passed away peacefully on March 1 at her farm home surrounded by her five children. Violet had countless friends and was known for her compassion for others, a welcoming smile, and putting others ahead of herself. A big joy, she said, was, “family coming home to visit and visiting with friends.’’ She loved gardening, country music, … [Read more...]
Pauline (Thorson) King
Funeral services for Pauline (Thorson) King will be held 11 a.m. Friday March 9, 2018, at Valley Christian Center in Spring Valley, with Pastor James Leonard officiating. Burial will be in Bennington Cemetery, Bennington Twp., Mower County. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church. Pauline Thorson King, age 98 years, four months and two days, of … [Read more...]
Letter about Pastor Norman Omodt’s commentary…
To the Editor, I share the pastor’s frustration about the inability of Congress to make any progress in combating gun violence. The ability of the gun lobby to neutralize legislators’ efforts simply defies logic. As an example, I note on the next page of the Journal, an ad for Representative Greg Davids. He is soliciting his constituents’ opinions and concerns from a list of … [Read more...]
On Parkland
By Eric Lee Harmony, MN As we reel from the shootings at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., one thing is becoming clear. It appears we will return to our tribal corners, and I don’t know what to do about that. I will start by saying that I am a gun control advocate, and I am not in favor of taking away the guns of responsible, law-abiding citizens. I … [Read more...]
Fillmore County dairy farmers recognized during banquet
Fillmore County Dairy farmers were brought together to celebrate the past year’s achievements at the annual American Dairy Association (ADA) and Dairy Herd Improvement Association’s (DHIA) banquet held on February 22 at the Branding Iron. Highlights of the evening included honors given for dairy production, the announcement of the host for Dairy Night on the Farm and the 2018 … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project What is climate change?
By Laura Vettleson-Trutza Climate change is something that has been overlooked for a long time. It is also something that no one really thinks about, and sometimes they don’t want to think about it. There are also some that don’t believe in climate change. They believe that this has been happening for years, and this is all natural. In a way these people are right. It is … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Police Reports
Chatfield Police Department Randy Lee Anderson, 18, Rochester, Minn.; 11/9/2017, Expired Registration - Less Than Six Months, Fine $30, Total Fees $150. 11/9/2017, No Proof of Insurance - Owner, Fine $200. Mohamed D. Kahin, 32, Faribault, Minn.; 11/17/2017, Expired Driver’s License - Over One Year - No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $220. Fillmore … [Read more...]
Fillmore County District Court
On February 20, Wade Alan Baker of Wykoff, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Baker, 42, is charged with Domestic Assault - By Strangulation, a felony with a maximum sentence of three years in prison, a $5,000 fine, or both. On or about February 18, the defendant allegedly assaulted a household family member by strangulation. There was allegedly an … [Read more...]
Robert “Bob” Rodgers
Robert “Bob” Rodgers, 94, of Chatfield, Minn., died Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield. Bob was born July 14, 1923, in Spokane, Wash., to William and Rhoda (Childs). At a young age his parents moved Bob, older brother Jack, and baby sister Betty to Winona by train. The family settled on a farm just outside of Chatfield, where Norman was born. … [Read more...]
Betsey A. Erickson
Jesus called Betsey home February 23, 2018, at the age of 85. In her final days, Betsey was surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Betsey was born December 18, 1932, in Hesper, Iowa, to Philip and Beth McMillen. She graduated from Mabel High School in 1950, married Truman Erickson September 29, 1951, and raised three children. Betsey enjoyed … [Read more...]