On the morning of Friday, September 27, a few residents of Preston, Minn., awoke to find their political signs had been removed from their property. Initially, concerned individuals shared on social media that this was a politically targeted action carried out by those with opposing political views. According to Christine DeVries, co-chairing the Fillmore County DFL along … [Read more...]
Contested Races and Candidate Shortage
In the contested races, it’s always like a game of musical chairs. When the election is over, the results are tallied, the music stops, and only a select few will have a seat at the table. On the other side of the coin, when the community is short candidates, it’s a question of who wants the job. But what happens if nobody wants the job? According to the Fillmore County … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… Turn Up the Volume
By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com There was a subtle change on today’s front page. In the dateline, we turned the dial up to Volume 40, Issue 1. Every year, in the month of September, this newspaper becomes one year older. This is a big deal for many reasons. Back in 1985, when Larry Salge along with Richard and … [Read more...]
Fravel trial set to begin October 7
The trial charging Adam Fravel with murder is set to begin October 7, marking 16 months since Madeline Kingsbury’s body was discovered along Highway 43 between Mabel and Rushford, Minn. In June 2024, Zachary Bauer, the attorney representing Adam Fravel, sought a change of venue, citing the pre-trial publicity and community involvement as reasons for moving the trial out of … [Read more...]
Won’t You Take Me To Tiny Town
I recently had the pleasure of spending some time with the Huntingtons, and talking about a little town with a big draw that rests upon a hilltop on the backside of their farm. When Bob and Carol Huntington purchased their 168 acre farm back in December 1979, they probably didn’t envision how this property would some day become the center of attention for their … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… A Minnesota Nice Family Reunion
By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com Like many families in this area, our ancestors settled in this region in the early 1850s. Our ancestors migrated from Eidsvoll, Norway, to make a home for themselves in Amherst Township in 1854. Today, David and Lori Bakke live on the family farm that was the Sethre family farm from 1854 … [Read more...]
Davids Will Face Wolf in November
The primary election, held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, presented another opportunity for voters to make decisions about who they want to represent them during the next election cycle. Here’s how the numbers stacked up. Congressional District 1 Incumbent Brad Finstad reeled in 30,058 votes, locking in 90.90% of the Republican votes necessary to retain his spot on the … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… Leading Up to Election Day
By Jason Sethre, Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com As we march towards Election Day, I want to make sure our readers are aware that, from July 1 to November 5, we will not publish Letters to the Editor or Guest Commentaries that are for or against any candidates running for office. We’ve always had this policy in place leading up to … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… It’s More Than Sports
By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com I’ve been in the newspaper business for well over 30 years, and our own Paul Trende is one of the most dedicated sports directors I’ve ever worked with. About a year ago, at a monthly staff meeting, Paul asked if it would be OK if he added photos to our social media from high school sporting … [Read more...]
Candlelight Vigil for Madeline Kingsbury on June 1, Her Birthday
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, starting at 7:30 p.m., there will be a candlelight vigil held in honor of Madeline Kingsbury at Levee Park in Winona, Minn. This event, which will be held on what would have been Maddi’s birthday, has been titled, “Shine Bright for Maddi and Break The Silence on Domestic Violence.” Women’s Shelter, HOPE Coalition, Winona Advocacy Center, and Bluff … [Read more...]







