On Monday, October 19, 2026, the Kingsland School Board heard about the ways the district’s students gave back to the community recently. “Amongst many of the homecoming activities, we had our Third Annual Community Service Day with our 7-12 grade students. It is a very cool activity that the high school staff started a few years ago with the kids that has become a very … [Read more...]

The Spring Grove School Board approved bids for a replacement stove and asbestos removal at its regular meeting Tuesday, October 20, while tabling a decision on a garage bid until next month. The meeting began at 6:02 p.m. in the school library. Board members Lisa Myhre, Mariah Klug, Chairman Stephanie Jaster, Ashley Olson, and Kelly Rohland were present. Rhan Flatin was … [Read more...]

At the October 20 meeting, the Rushford Village Council discussed several items including an application process for the splitting of parcels. The issue is in the forefront due to several rural property parcel splits recently discussed. The Planning & Zoning Board and the council asked city attorney for recommendations. Attorney Joe O’Koren suggested an application … [Read more...]

At their October 20 meeting, the Spring Grove City Council heard details of five grants that City Administrator Jana Elton has applied for on behalf of the city. The grants included a $30,000 SMIF Childcare Grant for the year 2027, a $50,000 grant from Taylor Family Farms on behalf of the fire department to go toward the fire hall construction, a $20,000 Arlin Falck Grant for … [Read more...]

The Houston County Board of Commissioners approved a competitive search for a full-time jailer/dispatcher during its regular meeting on October 20 at the historic courthouse. The vote was 3-2, with Commissioners Eric Johnson and Greg Myhre voting against the motion. Sheriff Brian Swedberg explained that the position became vacant in June 2026, when an employee left. Swedberg … [Read more...]

At the October 19 meeting of the city council, City Engineer Brett Grabau, Stantec, provided a $25,000 estimate for a formal proposal and design/bid package for conversion of the city’s two ponds to dry ponds. The funds will be paid out of the stormwater reserve fund. Approval to move forward with planning for the conversion of the ponds has been received from the Minnesota … [Read more...]

At their Monday, October 12 meeting, the Spring Valley City Council learned more about the proposed Revitalization Project, which focuses on bringing the city’s spring back to life. “It is a pretty unique opportunity to really show the historical aspect of Spring Valley, to talk about the spring out there and give some education about the water resources out there,” Economic … [Read more...]

Mayor Ryan Breckenridge called the Wykoff City Council meeting to order at 7 p.m. on October 13, with council members Barb Fate, Jeff Hare, Jane Baker and Missy Musel present, along with City Administrator Rebecca Schmidt. Rick Whitney, the city’s water and wastewater superintendent, told the council that crews have started emergency repairs on the effluent line, the pipe that … [Read more...]

At the October 13 meeting of the board of commissioners, three men expressed their opposition to the proposed 765 kV transmission line that is to stretch from the South Dakota border to Wisconsin. A town hall meeting will be held on October 21 from 6-8 p.m. at the Riverfront Center in Preston to inform citizens about the proposed 765kV transmission line. Charlie Wray, John … [Read more...]

At the October 13 Harmony City Council meeting, SMIF President and CEO Benya Kraus addressed the council about SMIF’s work in the community and Southern Minnesota. “Your donation to SMIF allows us to continue to do this work,” she said. “Thank you for being part of that.” For every $1 donated in Fillmore County, $32 is invested back. SMIF’s areas of focus are early childhood, … [Read more...]