By Pastor Bridget Sheely Co-Pastor of Prairieland Parish Peace and Grace to you during this beautiful Eastertide season. I love this time of year. As we approach spring into summer and celebrate the holiest and most rejuvenating seasons of our spiritual lives. Easter is a time for us to not only repent of our sins but a time to renew our commitment to our Lord and … [Read more...]
Peering at the Past Foreordination, Free Will and Well-Witching
Part one of a series Editor’s notes: The following, entitled Springs and Wells, written in the 1940s by Edith Thompson, Coulee Region’s poet laureate, was published posthumously in the January 6 and January 13, 1977, editions of the Houston Gazette and Country Journal. A few alterations reflect currently preferred spelling and punctuation. Father always said of this land of … [Read more...]
Breathtaking Views of the Mississippi River
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Bluff Country by exploring its stunning scenic overlooks. From elevated vantage points, you’ll take in sweeping views of the mighty Mississippi River. This unique region showcases a rich tapestry of landscapes found only in Bluff Country. Along the way, you’ll encounter misty wetlands and ancient hardwood forests to delicate white and pink … [Read more...]
Thyme & Again – Outside the Box: A One-Bowl Wonder
By Angela Denstad Summer’s coming, and time and again so many of us are fortunate in having something to celebrate: birthdays, graduations, public holidays, family gatherings, good weather, life in general. And throughout human history, bakers have offered cakes as their contribution to celebratory events, some of them grand enough to be the celebration itself. But cake … [Read more...]
Soil Testing for Lawns and Gardens
By Katie Drewitz As you look at your spring to-do list, one of the first things should be getting a soil test done, if you have not done one in the past three years. Understanding your soil is important for a successful lawn or garden. Soil analysis can help to determine the current state of the soil. You will also receive recommendations for best performance. This time of … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Flashback “The Whispering Cup”
By Cheryl Boyum Eaton Peterson Station Museum Board Vice President Mabel Seeley wrote her third murder mystery in January 1940. It was published by Doubleday & Company of New York City and distributed nationally by the Crime Book Club. The setting for this novel was a place called Cup. In the novel, its main character, Solveig, has just returned to Cup after living and … [Read more...]
Passwords Just Want to be Remembered
If you find a quiet place, lean in and listen hard, you’ll hear a reverberating sound. It’s produced by multitudes clicking on “Forgot your password?” A friend said, “I used to be able to remember all my passwords.” He was a friend, so I didn’t reply, “That’s because you had no passwords to remember in your used-to-be days.” He griped that each time he changed a … [Read more...]
Peering at the Past Heyday and Final Days of Scenic Lake Como
Part two of a two-part series Boys sold minnows to fishermen, but most profitable was what John Kelly called their “little show.” At the waterfalls, Kelly and friends dived from a high bank into the deep pool. Meanwhile, another boy was passing a hat among spectators. Around 1900, decades-old, man-made Lake Como in Hokah had become a recreation destination. It was an … [Read more...]
Garage Sales
By Pastor Marke Geselle Valley Christian Center “As I walked into our church today, I walked into a maze of STUFF! You name it and it was probably in our foyer and fellowship hall. The ladies are preparing for a church garage sale to help provide ministry funds to use for our church’s women’s retreat at the end of the month and for other ministry endeavors. Stuff here, … [Read more...]
The 2025-2026 Edition of Visit Bluff County Magazine has Arrived!
Get ready to explore the scenic beauty and small-town charm of Historic Bluff Country with the release of the 2025-26 Visit Bluff Country magazine. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip, an overnight stay, or a weekend adventure, this guide is your must-have resource. Packed with stunning photography, travel inspiration, and fan favorites, the magazine is your companion … [Read more...]