The Harmony American Legion Auxiliary celebrated 100 years of service on November 10, 2019, with an open house at the Old Legion Hall in Harmony, Minn. The American Legion was formed on March 15, 1919, in Paris, France. At that time, Minnesotans had started their own veterans’ organization called the Loyal Legion, but they quickly changed their name to the American Legion … [Read more...]
The family that plays Spoons Buzz together, stays together
Anyone who uses a smartphone understands what is meant by the phrase “There’s an app for that,” as it seems there is an app for just about anything one can imagine. Five brothers from Spring Valley have launched their own game app, and it appears to be catching on. The Noble Bros are Philip (20 years old), Thomas (23), John (25), James (28) and Andrew (33) Engesser, and their … [Read more...]
JLD Enterprises, LLC enters second year of business
When Jim Davis bought his snow removal and lawn care business in September of 2018, he jumped in with both feet. That winter was unusually intense with a blizzard in late February and another big snowstorm in April, bringing him lots of business removing snow. The following spring and summer were very wet, which provided him with an abundance of lawn care work. “It was a good … [Read more...]
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Awards $101,740 in Economic Impact Grants
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) recently approved seven grants totaling $101,740 to support organizations, units of government and public institutions in SMIF’s 20-county region. The Economic Impact Grant Program seeks to support current or future business growth, access or expansion of resources to underrepresented populations, and/or grow the community’s … [Read more...]
Poet Biorefining General Manager appointed to Governor’s Council on Biofuels
On November 22, 2019, Governor Tim Walz, Chair of the National Governors’ Biofuels Coalition, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan appointed Chris Hanson, Preston’s POET Biorefining general manager, as one of 15 leaders from across Minnesota to the Governor’s Council on Biofuels. On September 16, 2019, Governor Walz issued the Executive Order 19-35 to establish the … [Read more...]
Lanesboro EDA awarded grant funding for business enrichment series
The Lanesboro Economic Development Authority (EDA) is excited to announce that it has been awarded a grant from the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) in the amount of $4,200.00. These funds will be used to host a Business Enrichment Series for entrepreneurs and local leaders. These Business Enrichment Workshops will be provided at no cost to the attendees and … [Read more...]
L&L Volkman Auto Body Repair finds new home
Leigh and Kayla Volkman owned and operated L&L Volkman Auto Body Repair in Rushford for four and a half years before an opportunity came up that they couldn’t turn down. They had been discussing the possibility of moving their business to a better location for some time and were thinking about building, but when they heard that a place was for sale in Rushford, their plans … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Ambulance Service in dire need of volunteers
At the December 2 Lanesboro City Council meeting, Ambulance Director Deane Benson asked the council for permission to hold a town meeting in February or March of 2020. If the ambulance service does not get more volunteers to help staff it, there is a danger of losing its Advanced Life Support license. If that happens, the ambulance staff would only be able to perform triage, … [Read more...]
Merchants Bank presents the 24th annual Christmas Wonderland Parade of Lights
Merchants Bank in Rushford is proud to present the 24th Annual Christmas Wonderland Parade of Lights at 7 p.m. on December 14. Rushford and area residents are invited for a night of family fun, beginning with a Parade of Lights, followed by visits with Santa, cookies, hot chocolate and cider at the Rushford Fire Hall. Monetary and food donations are encouraged to the … [Read more...]
PFA awards funding for four Minnesota cities Over $9.5 million will go to water infrastructure projects
ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Public Facilities Authority today announced more than $9.5 million in awards for four Minnesota cities. Clear Lake, Frazee, Montrose and Waverly will all receive funding for water infrastructure projects. “Clean water is essential to the health of families, the growth of communities and the expansion of business in our state,” said Minnesota Governor … [Read more...]