Contestants are now being sought for the Houston County Fair’s Talent Contest to be held Wednesday, August 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Entertainment Tent on the fairgrounds in Caledonia, Minn.  Cash prizes ($100, $50, $25) will be awarded to the winners in three age categories: Preteen (12 and under), Teen (13-18), and Open (adult or any age).  The first place winner in each … [Read more...]

LANESBORO, MN – Catherine Glynn’s A.R.T. (Audacious Raw Theater), Lanesboro Arts, and Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center proudly present Audacious Raw Theatre Year 5: Simple Gifts on Saturday, July 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center’s North Campfire Ring. Come, gather in the woods to share and delight in the Simple Gifts eight generous and … [Read more...]

By Tanya O’Connor In 1979, the tiny, tenacious town of Spring Grove put on a play. Forty-two summers later, they’re still at it. Like most good stories, this one’s not that simple. But stewed down to basic ingredients, it is one of community, a can-do spirit and a faith that magic can be captured inside a big old barn and reflected upon a summer hillside. Ye Olde Opera … [Read more...]

LANESBORO, MN - Following a successful reopening to limited capacity amidst several safety restrictions in mid-April and opening to full capacity audiences at the end of May, the Commonweal Theatre in Lanesboro is pleased to announce its third production of the 2021 season. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) (Revised) begins discounted preview performances on … [Read more...]

Former Executive Director of the Lanesboro Arts Center, John Davis, was present at the June 7 Lanesboro City Council meeting to formally say goodbye to the council and give an update on what he’s been doing for the last few years since retiring as the arts center director. Davis, who is moving away from Lanesboro after living there for the last 21 years, was awarded a … [Read more...]

Over the past several months, catalytic converters have been a hot ticket item for thieves. According to Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge, they have recorded 14 thefts and attempted thefts in the past two months. “We currently have open and active investigations involving specific suspects.  Those cases will be reviewed for charges.” In Mower County, Sheriff Steve … [Read more...]

LANESBORO, MN — The Commonweal Theatre in historic Lanesboro, Minn., is pleased to announce the reopening of the theatre for live performances following a season of virtual only productions in 2020 due to pandemic restrictions. Producing Artistic Director Hal Cropp remains at the helm of the organization having successfully led the company amidst the cancellation of live … [Read more...]

The Ostrander City Council met in regular session on May 4, with all members present (Stephanie Start, Dan Hellerud, DJ Start, Vernon Thompson, Mayor Pam Kunert), and city clerk Wendy Brincks.  The council discussed whether or not to hold Uff Da Days this year, while the city is still in the midst of a large infrastructure project. Brincks stated that “it’ll be a mess” if the … [Read more...]

Middle-schooler Brody Srsen, from rural Harmony, is already an experienced and successful racer in his own right. Brody has been racing since he was five years old. His dad Ryan, mom Sarah, and his uncle got him started on ice racing with a four-wheeler using ice cleats to grab the ice on the track. Currently he races his dirt bike locally at Spring Creek in Millville, Minn.; … [Read more...]

Nominations from county residents are now being sought for the 2021 Outstanding Senior Citizen Award for Houston County. The award recognizes outstanding senior citizens (one male and one female) who have contributed their time and talent to benefit their community after reaching the age of 65. The person nominated must be 70 years of age by June 1, 2021. They will be honored … [Read more...]