The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) confirmed an additional positive case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Fillmore County. This new case is a male in his 20s who likely got the disease through local transmission. As of March 23, 2020, the current coronavirus case counts for Fillmore County are: One female age 20-29 One male age 20-29 One male 60-69 All … [Read more...]
DNR COVID-19 response: What you need to know
In accordance with guidance from the Minnesota Department of Health, we have adjusted our services, events and operations to protect Minnesotans and prevent further spread of COVID-19. Our public lands remain open but we have closed some buildings. We have canceled or postponed many public events and meetings. You will find the latest details below. What's open State parks, … [Read more...]
R-P preps for COVID-19 changes
This time of year, school boards are normally headlong into spring events and moving towards policies and plans for the next school year. With Governor Tim Walz’s order to close all schools beginning this past Wednesday, the major focus now is response to ongoing changes and preparedness. Per the governor, schools are to remain closed until March 27. Until then, all education … [Read more...]
Chatfield prepares for COVID-19
Chatfield City Council members and department heads held a special meeting on March 16 to discuss how to keep city services operating in the event the coronavirus affects city staff. Councilor Josh Broadwater was absent. Mayor Russ Smith explained we have to look at what we will need to do if key staff are sick or quarantined for two weeks. Who will take over for essential … [Read more...]
First coronavirus cases identified in Fillmore County
Fillmore County Public Health Official Statement The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) confirmed two positive cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Fillmore County. These cases include one Fillmore County resident in their 20s and one in their 60s who where likely exposed through contact from travel outside of the United States. These patients are in isolation at … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Emergency Declaration for COVID-19
Fillmore County is prepared and continually adjusting to the effects of COVID-19. That being said we are following all recommended preventative measures that have been provided by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). Our Department Heads are redefining and modifying their procedures to keep their offices open, but at the same … [Read more...]
Business enrichment session on succession planning postponed
The Lanesboro Economic Development Authority (EDA) is sorry to announce that the Business Enrichment Session on Succession Planning, originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, is being postponed. This is due to the CDC recommendations to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Once it has been deemed safe for gatherings to resume, the EDA will issue a press release … [Read more...]
Sheriff DeGeorge regarding COVID-19
In response to concerns relating to COVID-19, Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge has instituted a few operational changes to minimize risk to the public and staff. According to DeGeorge, “When someone calls 911 or our non-emergency line for help, dispatch will likely ask a few questions to determine if the call may involve someone who is at risk for having COVID-19. Some … [Read more...]
Statement from Rep. Davids on sales tax payment extension
ST. PAUL, MN — On Wednesday, March 18, the Minnesota Department of Revenue announced that they will grant businesses identified in Gov. Walz’s recent Executive Order 20-04 a 30 day extension until April 20, 2020, to make sales and use tax payments that were set to be due on March 20 without any penalties or interest. “This one month payment delay will literally help thousands … [Read more...]
AcenTek keeps you connected during shutdown
As our country comes together to make decisions to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, AcenTek understands that your connection to the internet is more important than ever. With the state-recommended school closings in mind, AcenTek announced Wednesday, March 18, that they will offer free broadband and WiFi internet access until June 1, 2020, to students and teachers … [Read more...]