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R-P School Waiting for Clarification on Building Financing

June 30, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

The Rushford-Peterson School Board discussed the next step in the proposed building referendum. From left to right: Jeff Michel, Carl Schollmeier, Ken Sawle, Nancy Snyder, HR/Payroll Clerk Megan Boyum, Superintendent Dr. Ben Bernard, Chair Amy Woxland, and Chris Grindland. Matt Helgemoe was absent. Photo by Wanda Hanson

The June 23 Rushford-Peterson School Board meeting had a certification of the proposed building referendum on the agenda. This certification needed to be sent to the state for review and approval. Last week a question concerning whether a daycare addition would qualify for the disaster relief funding from MDE came up. R-P has an email from an MDE official stating that it would … [Read more...]

Rushford Council’s Successful Work Session

June 30, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

At the June 23 meeting of the Rushford City Council, the council quickly dealt with the regular business of the city including approval of verified claims/fund summary for the period ending June 6 and the renewal of a cooperative agreement with the state DNR for a bike trail segment. The council then moved on to the main business of the night, a work session. The first item … [Read more...]

Johnson’s Rolling Acres Dairy Night on the Farm

June 23, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

Payson Simonson of Chatfield checks out her favorite cows. Photo by Wanda Hanson

Johnson’s Rolling Acres was this year’s host for Fillmore County Dairy Night on the Farm the evening of June 14; although foreboding clouds filled the skies, the night went off without a hitch. The spacious farm yard was filled with people of all ages enjoying the evening. Rolling Acres located near Peterson was originally started by LeRoy and Darleen Johnson and their family … [Read more...]

Houston Ambulance Recognized

June 16, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

Mayor Scott Wallace presents the Certificate of Congressional Recognition to Ambulance Director Christine Cox. Photo by Wanda Hanson

At the June 9 Houston City Council meeting, Mayor Scott Wallace presented Ambulance Director Christine Cox with a Certificate of Congressional Recognition for Houston Ambulance’s 60 years of service to the community. The certificate had been delivered by a representative from U.S. Congressman Brad Finstad’s office. A flag that had been flown over the U.S. Capitol accompanied … [Read more...]

No Electric Buses for Lanesboro

June 16, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

From left, Steve Storhoff, Sarah Peterson, Chair Steve Snyder, Mark Holmen, Kevin Horihan and Lucas Bergo working at the June 11 Lanesboro School Board meeting. Photo by Wanda Hanson

Superintendent Matt Schultz informed the Lanesboro School Board that the Federal Electric Bus Grant they had been awarded was cancelled. The school will need to lease a diesel bus for next year. The bus price has gone up $21,000 and will be subject to an additional $7,000 tariff. The school intends to look into gas buses for the following year since their prices are not rising … [Read more...]

Unique Pathways for Houston Students

June 16, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

The Houston School Board from left to right: Student Representative Grayden Beckman, Superintendent Mary Morem, Chair Josh Norlien, Steve Walters, Mimi Carlson, Lisa Schultz and Nickki Johnson. Arlin Peterson and Mark Swenson were absent. Photo by Wanda Hanson

At the June 5 Houston School Board meeting, Superintendent Mary Morem lauded the three student speakers for the recent graduation ceremonies at MNVA and the three student speakers at Houston High School. Each speaker wrote their own unique speech which showed their personalities and pathways at the schools. Morem noted Houston was very blessed to have so many choices available … [Read more...]

Fenske’s IBA – A Farm Store that Comes to Your Door

June 2, 2025 by Wanda Hanson 1 Comment

The Fenskes (Eli, 10; Emilie; Lily, 4; Josie, 6; and Noah) enjoy spending time together and all work to make Fenske’s IBA successful. Photo by Wanda Hanson

What’s an IBA? No, that’s not a typo — IBA stands for Independent Buyers Association, a company based in Sutton, Mass. Fenske’s IBA, owned by Noah and Emilie Fenske since June 2022, is based in Chatfield. Perhaps you don’t remember noticing the storefront. There’s a reason for that — there isn’t one! Fenske’s has a warehouse in Chatfield which receives items shipped weekly … [Read more...]

R-P to Vote on Building Referendum in November

May 26, 2025 by Wanda Hanson 1 Comment

The Rushford-Peterson School Board considers the recommendation the Steering Committee for a potential building project. From left to right: Matt Helgemoe, Jeff Michel, Carl Schollmeier, Ken Sawle, Nancy Snyder, HR/Payroll Clerk Megan Boyum, Superintendent Ben Bernard, Chair Amy Woxland and Chris Grindland. Photo by Wanda Hanson

Superintendent Dr. Ben Bernard presented the results and recommendations of the Steering Committee for a possible building project at the May 19 regular Rushford-Peterson school board meeting. Three meetings were held on April 30, May 5, and May 14 with an average attendance of 20 people. Members of the committee had been solicited from the entire community. According to … [Read more...]

Daycare Report Presented to Lanesboro School Board

May 19, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

The Lanesboro School Board listens to Superintendent Schultz’s report on the daycare; from left to right: Steve Storhoff, Sarah Peterson, Chair Steve Snyder, Mark Holmen, Kevin Horihan and Lucas Bergo. Photo by Wanda Hanson

The Lanesboro School Board spent much of their May 14 meeting discussing the Lanesboro Child Care Center, the school’s daycare. During the public comment period, Lexi Burt returned to ask about the recent resignation of assistant director McKenzie Hanson who had been hired in April. Burt was concerned that the parents hadn’t been notified of the change. She also asked about … [Read more...]

Houston Spiffs Up for Summer

May 19, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

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Karen Todd, representing the Hometown Pride organization, appeared before the Houston City Council meeting on May 12 to once again ask about improving the looks of the Houston sign on the west side of town. Hometown Pride had asked for help last year already with the sign. Todd informed the council that her group had not planted the sign’s flower bed, but had cleared the … [Read more...]

Level 3 Grievance Presented to Houston School Board

May 12, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

Kiel Koehler, Teachers’ Union president, presented a level 3 grievance to the school board. Photo by Wanda Hanson

Kiel Koehler, a teacher for 28 years at Houston, teachers’ union president and rights advocate appeared before the Houston School Board on May 1 to present a level 3 grievance. Koehler stated that the grievance was brought about when the district started a new ALP (Alternative Learning Program). The teaching positions were correctly posted, but staff already contracted with the … [Read more...]

CRV Searches for Seasonal Help

May 12, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

After advertising for a high school graduate for seasonal work and getting no applicants, the city of Rushford Village decided to change the job description and re-advertise the position. CRV is now searching for applicants who are 16 or older with a valid driver’s license. The summer employee would mow and do light maintenance for CRV.  While a young worker would not be … [Read more...]

Community Builders – Granny’s Liquor Celebrates 10 Years in Business

May 12, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

Lori and Oakley are waiting to greet you at Granny’s Liquor. Oakley, a Tibetan Terrier, has lived at Granny’s Liquor since the business began; be sure to stop in and visit Oakley!

Granny’s Liquor is definitely not “just a liquor store!” Owner Lori Bakke chose the name Granny’s Liquor because she liked the sassy sound of the name. This liquor store oozes personality; Lori says many customers come in just to check it out. Lori decided to start a liquor store 10 years ago at her son’s suggestion. Lori had operated a floral/gift shop at the same location at … [Read more...]

Community Builders – Boutique Station Celebrating 5 Years with Fashion Show

May 12, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

Owner Amy Engelhart displays a hand-needlecrafted purse that she purchased at an antique store in La Crosse long before she decided to open Boutique Station. Coincidentally, the original owner of the purse lived just down the block from where Amy now lives on Steven’s Avenue in Rushford. Amy enjoys decorating the boutique with antique items.

Anyone who travels Highway 16 has probably noticed Boutique Station at the curve near Peterson. Hot pink columns highlight the former gas station that boasts “BOUTIQUE” in huge metal letters; a nearby custom painted Winnebago with a pink leopard design can’t be missed. Amy Engelhart started Boutique Station in the foreclosed gas station that her father-in-law had purchased … [Read more...]

R-P Seeks Community Members to Serve On Committee

May 5, 2025 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

At their April 28 meeting, the Rushford-Peterson School Board unanimously voted to proceed with exploring the possibility of a future building project. The staff has already had input on future needs at the school; now it’s time for the public to share their input. Superintendent Dr. Ben Bernard has already reached out on Facebook asking for people willing and interested to … [Read more...]

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