Fillmore County Journal

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Rushford Finalizes Lot Sale Paperwork

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At the May 28 meeting, the Rushford council approved the official resolutions of two lot sales in the Himlie Business Park and dispensing with a review of the sale by the Planning Commission. City Clerk Kathy Zacher noted this step is typically done prior, but caused no effects having it done after council approval of the sale and she stressed the importance of it in the … [Read more...]

Fillmore County Upgrades Law Enforcement Technology

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Sheriff John DeGeorge, Chief Deputy Lance Boyum, and Investigator Dan Dornink explained the need to upgrade equipment at the county board’s May 28 meeting. Boyum said they had met with Motorola Solutions regarding an upgrade to the squad car camera mobile upload system. They also received information on body cameras. The current camera mobile system is at its maximum … [Read more...]

Caledonia Receives a Clean Audit for 2023

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Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder called the May 28 Caledonia City Council meeting to order at 6 p.m. He led his fellow council members, staff, and four visitors in the Pledge of Allegiance. The agenda and the minutes from the May 13 regular city council meeting were approved as presented. Present at the council meeting were  Robert (Bob) Klug, Amanda Ninneman, Mayor Schroeder … [Read more...]

Chatfield Holds Public Hearing on Special Vehicle Ordinance

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At the May 28 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, a public hearing was held on the proposed ordinance # 472 to regulate the use of special vehicles within the city limits. The ordinance as proposed requires a permit to operate special vehicles on public streets and public areas. A provision is included for the issuance of a disabled permit in certain instances. Enforcement … [Read more...]

Fillmore Central Jumps Into Summer Programs

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At the May 28 Fillmore Central school board meeting, superintendent Heath Olstad reported that the month of May had been very busy with multiple elementary field trips taking place, along with spring concerts at the high school. The elementary concerts were canceled and the students dismissed early that day due to potential dangerous weather conditions. The students recorded … [Read more...]

Rushford Village Employee Resigns

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At the May 21 meeting, the Rushford Village Council was led by Councilor and Mayor Pro Tem Mike Ebner in the absence of Mayor Dennis Overland. Also attending were James Woxland, John Linder and Andrew Linder. According to Ebner, part-time Public Works employee Jeff Michel submitted his resignation to City Clerk Mary Miner, effective May 23. The council accepted the … [Read more...]

Niagara Cave Celebrates 100th Anniversary

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Niagara Cave of Harmony, Minn., approaches its 100th year anniversary. Due to the cave’s specific date of discovery being unknown, cave owner Mark Bishop stated Niagara’s anniversary will be celebrated Saturday, June 1. Bishop chose June 1 as the celebration date as the cave became open for tours June 1, 1934. On June 1, Niagara will host a variety of fun events. A free … [Read more...]

Spring Grove Talks About Safety

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Spring Grove City Council members met Tuesday, May 21 at 168 West Main Street in room #100. Mayor Saundra Solum called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. then led with the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members present included Solum, Heather Edgington, Trent Turner, Mike Hagen and Karen Folstad. Also, in attendance was City Clerk/Administrator Jana Elton. The agenda and consent … [Read more...]

Four Positions Up for Election at R-P

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At the May 20 R-P School Board meeting, it was shared that four school board positions will be up for election this fall. These positions are currently held by Ken Sawle, Matt Helgemoe, Amy Woxland and Chris Grindland. Any residents interested in running for the board will need to file between July 30 and 5 p.m. August 13. Laura Hahn was appointed as assistant clerk for the … [Read more...]