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Canton City Council Prepares for New Year During Last Meeting of 2023

December 18, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

The Canton City Council made quick work through a long agenda at their December 14 meeting as it prepared for the new year and closed out business for 2023. One of the main points of conversation dealt with upgrades and improvements to the kitchen of the town hall, which included the purchase of a new stove, two Blackstone griddles and the repair of the exhaust system. … [Read more...]

Canton City Council Approves Increase to Sewer, Garbage Rates

November 13, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

The Canton City Council approved an increase to the sewer and garbage rates during its meeting on Wednesday evening, November 8. Following a public hearing on the matter, the council voted to implement its recommended option for both rates, which had been discussed over the past several months. Former Councilmember Carl Ernst was the only citizen at the public hearing and … [Read more...]

Canton Council Discussions Revolve Around 2024 Budget, New Code of Ordinance and Utility Rates

October 16, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

The Canton City Council made quick work of its agenda on Wednesday evening, October 11, as the councilmembers reviewed the topics of the 2024 budget, a new code of ordinances and the upcoming hearing regarding an increase in utility and garbage rates. Clerk Anne Koliha told the council that she has been continuing to work on the budget, considering the 11% tax levy increase … [Read more...]

Budget, Utility Rates Top Canton Council Discussions

September 18, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

The Canton, Minn., City Council spent a large part of its meeting Wednesday, September 13, discussing the city’s 2024 budget and proposed tax levy. Integrated into the finance discussions, the need to raise utility rates was also reviewed as the sewer and garbage funds are not sustaining themselves. As Clerk Anne Koliha presented the budget, she explained that she had not … [Read more...]

Canton Historical Society Members Urge City Council to Approve Mitson House Repairs

August 21, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

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A few members of the Canton Historical Society attended the August 9 Canton, Minn., city council meeting to discuss the need to make repairs at the Mitson House, a museum located on Canton’s Main Street. The Mitson House is owned by the city of Canton, but operated by the Canton Historical Society. According to Kathie Haynes, in a letter to the council, the Mitson family … [Read more...]

Lanesboro Council approves funding for Little Norway bridge improvements

July 17, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

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The Lanesboro City Council once again discussed concerns regarding the Little Norway bridge during its meeting on Tuesday, July 11. After a structural evaluation from the city engineers earlier this spring, the city had closed the bridge for safety concerns. Residents who live southwest of County Road 8, in the area known as “Little Norway,” want to see the bridge repaired or … [Read more...]

Canton City Council opts to cite nuisance ordinance violators

July 17, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

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The topic of properties violating the nuisance ordinance was once again a main discussion at the Canton City Council meeting on Wednesday evening, July 12. Mayor Josh Nordsving noted that there are three concerning areas that need to be addressed. The first has to do with safety concerns at the former elementary school, owned by Joel Pfeffer; the second is regarding … [Read more...]

Harmony firemen implement electronic firing system for Fourth of July fireworks

July 3, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas 1 Comment

As the oohhs and aahhs come to an end, and the honking fades, lines of cars begin the slow exodus from their viewing spots around the Harmony Golf Course. Excitement and appreciation for a spectacular fireworks display may linger with the spectators for hours or even days as the Fourth of July finale brings the holiday to an end. Few may think about the relief and satisfaction … [Read more...]

Harmony Area Arts Board shares postcard project with city council

June 19, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

Fillmore Central student Eva Hemenway represented the Harmony Area Arts Board on Tuesday evening as she addressed the Harmony City Council. Hemenway explained a recent Arts Board project in which the organization invited local artists to design potential postcards for the Harmony community. Hemenway explained that three designs were chosen and generously printed by LetterWerks … [Read more...]

Canton Council continues review of city ordinances

June 19, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

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The Canton City Council continued discussions regarding the wording and function of several of its ordinances during its meeting on Wednesday, June 14. The council specifically discussed traffic patterns and parking restrictions with recommendations for new wording and clarifications. Councilor Jason Magnuson presented some changes he felt were necessary during the May … [Read more...]

Canton City Council reviews ordinances, opt out of property inspections

May 15, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

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The Canton City Council discussed several issues at its meeting last Wednesday, May 10, including a review of the city’s ordinances and whether or not the city should conduct property inspections. At a previous meeting, the council had been asked to review the ordinances that pertained to the committees on which they served. Jason Magnuson came back to the May meeting with … [Read more...]

Canton City Council approves updated zoning ordinance

April 24, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

The Canton City Council held a public hearing to address proposed changes to the city’s zoning ordinance on Wednesday, April 12. Mayor Josh Nordsving explained the city had two separate zoning ordinances on file, which he and the other zoning board members, George Hafner and Jim Davis, reviewed and consolidated into one document. Nordsving said they “got rid of some wording … [Read more...]

Harmony Area Historical Society celebrates designation of grain elevator to National Register of Historic Places

April 24, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas Leave a Comment

Fillmore County is home to 37 sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places with the newest designee being the McMichael grain elevator in Harmony. According to Vicky Tribon, it is the second in Harmony – the first being the Dayton House, an old stagecoach stop just outside of town. The Harmony Area Historical Society has been leading an effort, over the past five … [Read more...]

Local woman revives skateboarding as favorite pastime

April 10, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas 1 Comment

Sally Gibson, owner of Sally’s Hair to Dye For in Preston, is well known in the area as a business owner and artist as she styles hair and uses her artistic talents to paint business windows throughout Preston’s downtown. She may also be known for helping set the stage at one of her daughter’s productions or volunteering in the community. However, many may not know about … [Read more...]

Gabby Lou’s Kitchen opens in Harmony

April 10, 2023 by Melissa Vander Plas 1 Comment

Imagine a place filled with the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls; a place where the coffee pot is never empty and the lunch specials are as good as (or better than) your mom used to make. Imagine a place where friends and family gather for good conversation and comfort food at its best. With Gabby Lou’s Kitchen opening in Harmony, you don’t just have to imagine sitting … [Read more...]

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