Many of our readers receiving the Fillmore County Journal outside of the immediate area of Fillmore County, Houston County, and Mower County have been noticing a tremendous delay in the delivery of this newspaper (and other newspapers, from what I’m hearing around the industry). We know this because our office receives phone calls on a daily basis from upset subscribers … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… Our continuous support
Since the coronavirus started to really impact our lives, it’s been amazing how people have shown their support for one another — and particularly local businesses. When I first heard that Governor Walz was issuing an executive order to shut down bars, restaurants, hair salons, and fitness centers on March 17, 2020, I was wondering how this would impact our small town … [Read more...]
Joke of the Week
We keep hearing that our readers want to read something on the lighter side; something that makes them smile. With that said, we are launching a new weekly feature that we hope our readers will embrace with their own contributions. Feel free to send us your jokes at news@fillmorecountyjournal.com. Please keep in mind that we want for these jokes to be tasteful and … [Read more...]
Knutsons turn ordinance issue into personal attack
Here’s a story about how social media posts can become a record of malice. On June 27, 2020, Canton resident Jamie Knutson made his intentions known with a post on his personal Facebook page. “Does anyone have ANY paint they would like to get rid of? Prefer bright colors any amount would be appreciated thanks,” the first post by Jamie Knutson. Later that day, “I’m putting … [Read more...]
Joke of the Week
We keep hearing that our readers want to read something on the lighter side; something that makes them smile. With that said, we are launching a new weekly feature that we hope our readers will embrace with their own contributions. Feel free to send us your jokes at news@fillmorecountyjournal.com. Please keep in mind that we want for these jokes to be tasteful and … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… Wedding anniversary season
‘Tis the season for weddings, which means many couples are celebrating anniversaries this time of year. This year, my wife and I will be celebrating 20 years of marriage on July 8. That may seem like a long time, but we are just getting started by some measurable comparisons. A friend and neighbor, Eric Hammell, was recently passing by our house in Fountain. He slowed … [Read more...]
Chatfield coach wrestles with school board
At 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, the Chatfield School Board conducted a special meeting to address concerns presented by Chatfield’s head wrestling coach Travis Bartels. On June 3, 2020, the school board voted to pull Bartels’ coaching contract, concluding his 19 years with the Chatfield wrestling program. Bartels, along with his supporters, wanted answers. With … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… The things people say to each other on social media
While I believe there are some positive initiatives that have been launched from platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and the like, we cannot deny the negatives. A young man around 26 years old recently got into an argument with someone on Twitter. The person on the other end responded by tracking this young man down and shooting him in front of his family. The story … [Read more...]
Cattlemen’s Club serving up steak in Lanesboro
On Monday, June 29, 2020, the Fillmore County Cattlemen’s Club will be hosting their 39th annual steak fry from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Sylvan Park in Lanesboro, Minn. In the event there is inclement weather, the event will be hosted in Lanesboro Community Center. They will be offering options of drive-thru, carry-out, and seating available in the park. This year, they will be … [Read more...]
Drive-thru Dairy Night on the Farm “udderly” amazing
While the coronavirus has caused the cancellation or postponement of many events, the Fillmore County American Dairy Association found a creative way to mo-o-o-o-o-ve forward with their annual Dairy Night on the Farm. On Saturday, June 20, from 4-7 p.m., an estimated 750 dairy enthusiasts drove to the Mulhern Dairy farm on the outskirts of Fountain, Minn. The Mulherns have … [Read more...]