Two Lanesboro Public School students were recognized in the “Mayor for the Day” essay contest sponsored by the League of Minnesota Cities. Fourth grader Isaac Snyder was selected as one of the three winners in the contest and sixth grader Peyton Olson received an honorable mention. Isaac was unable to attend the Lanesboro City Council meeting on the evening of March 6, but … [Read more...]
Unemployment rate steady at 4% in January
Employers cut 8,300 jobs ST. PAUL, MN – Minnesota’s unemployment rate was 4% in January, unchanged from the state’s revised jobless rate in December, according to seasonally adjusted figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The U.S. unemployment rate was 4.8% in January. Minnesota employers eliminated 8,300 jobs … [Read more...]
College News ~ 3/13/17
Graduations Fall 2016 • Iowa State University: Ryan Mayer, Harmony, B.S., Agronomy, Seed Science • North Dakota State University: Kayla Woltz, B.S., Veterinary Technology • Rochester Community and Technical College: Erin McKay, Harmony, CERT, Advanced Hospital Nursing Assistant, Honors; Jessica Jacobsen, Mabel, AA, Liberal Arts and Sciences; Mendela Paulson, … [Read more...]
Houston County Historical Society annual book sale
The Houston County Historical Society will hold its 21st annual book sale on Saturday, March 18, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, March 19, from 1 to 4 p.m. The sale will be held at 104 History Lane (East Main Street entrance) by the Houston County Fairgrounds in Caledonia. On Sunday only, there is a $5 per bag sale and priced books reduced. Thousands of books will be … [Read more...]
Kiera Olson named a Region One A “AAA” award winner
Kiera Olson of Fillmore Central High School and Bryant Gernes of Winona Cotter High School have been named the Academics, Arts, and Athletics Award (AAA) winners for Region One A for 2017. Established in 1988, the Academics, Arts, and Athletics Award (AAA) is sponsored by the Minnesota State High School League. The award goes to high school seniors with a 3.0 or higher … [Read more...]
Recycling 101
Just in case you missed the last Recycling 101 article, I will repeat part of it today. As of April 1, 2017, all recyclables brought to Preston by waste haulers or individuals will be transported to La Crosse by Harter’s. The material will then be taken to Green Circle’s facility where the recyclables will be separated and sent to various markets. Rural containers … [Read more...]
Houston School Board thanks resigning employee; continues memorial policy debate
The Houston School Board met in the library of Houston Public High School at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, 2017. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and Board Members Bonner, Stillin, Krage, Wilson and Carlson. Board Member Norlien arrived to the meeting after it commenced. Following the pledge, the board approved the last meeting’s minutes and opened to public comment. … [Read more...]
SWCD High School Scholarship deadline is March 31
Each year, the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) provides two $500 scholarships to students pursuing a degree in natural resources, agriculture or another related field. One of the scholarships goes to a graduating Fillmore County high school senior. That application is due Friday, March 31. Applications are available at the SWCD office in Preston or … [Read more...]
Gopher News
Who will you nominate as the Teacher of the Year for 2017?
“Teaching is the one profession that creates all other professions,” someone once said. That’s profound, if you stop and think about it. Who was your favorite teacher and why? Even as an adult, nearly everyone can name off the list of teachers they had for each grade. Undoubtedly, today’s children are our future leaders. Teachers play an important role in the … [Read more...]