During their Monday, July 20, meeting the Kingsland School Board discussed the ongoing crow’s nest project. In June 2025, The Kingsland Athletic Booster Club (KABC) donated $130,000 to the district to construct a new crow’s nest. Since that time more money has been donated toward the construction to total $160,000, which will fully fund the project. “It was understood that we … [Read more...]

At the July 27 meeting, the Rushford Council reviewed several items of business and heard from Attorney Mike Miller regarding an ongoing disucssion about the former Rushford-Peterson Schools site downtown. First up, the council unananimously approved the repealing of the Lodging Tax Ordinance “until further diversification of the lodging industry occurs.” The ordinance was … [Read more...]

At the July 28 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Superintendent Heath Olstad updated the board on the summer programs. Summer Rec and Strength and Agility are both wrapping up. Kudos were extended to Coach Andrew Pederson for organizing Strength and Agility and to all the coaches who volunteered during the two months that the program was running. Fall sports information … [Read more...]

City Attorney Fred Suhler Jr.’s resignation was accepted in early May 2026, effective September 30. At the July 27 meeting of the city council, it was noted that the city had received two responses to the city’s request for proposals for civil legal services. The council by consensus chose to wait for a summary of the proposals and the recommendation of staff rather than … [Read more...]

The Houston County Board of Commissioners mourned former Commissioner Robert (Bob) H. Burns with a moment of silence during its July 28 meeting, remembering his years of service and dedication to the community. Commissioners shared memories of his commitment to Houston County and the many organizations he served throughout his life. “Bob was such as asset in everything that … [Read more...]

At its July 27 meeting, the Caledonia City Council honored the life and legacy of former Mayor Robert (Bob) Burns by proclaiming July 23 as Bob Burns Day in the city of Caledonia. Mayor Jeremy Leis read the following proclamation: City of Caledonia, Minnesota Mayoral Proclamation A Proclamation Honoring the Life and Service of Robert H. Burns “Whereas, Bob Burns was a … [Read more...]

At the county board’s July 28 meeting, Bretta Grabau, director of the Fillmore County Historical Society, updated the board on the society’s programming. Commissioner Larry Hindt was absent. The History Center shares history with tourists, school classes, and local veteran groups. Students can now participate in scavenger hunts. A program designed for children ages 6-12 has … [Read more...]

The Mabel-Canton School Board unanimously approved moving forward with issuing $280,000 in facilities maintenance bonds with a two-year payback during its July 21 meeting. Superintendent Mike Harvey explained that the board first needed to approve Resolution #26-06, adopting the district’s long-term facilities maintenance (LTFM) 10-year plan, before considering Resolution … [Read more...]

The bulk of the July 20, 2026, school board meeting in Caledonia was spent in two closed sessions with all board members present, except for the student who is off for the summer. After reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, conducting roll call and approving the agenda, the board heard from Caledonia resident Mark Augedahl during public comments. Augedahl talked about what … [Read more...]

At the Preston City Council’s July 20 meeting, candidate Nels Rasmussen received unanimous approval to fill the PPU General Manager/Public Works Director position as recommended by the Preston Public Utilities Commission. Interim City Administrator Michelle Marotzke said there had been 12 applicants for the position. Rasmussen is from this area and has 20 years’ experience in … [Read more...]