At their regular August 13 school board meeting, the board once again approved a contract with School Management Services to fill the school’s needs following the resignation of former Business Manager Garrett Stadsvold. Tanya Monson-Ek will take on the business manager duties and Steph Clark will deal with the payroll. Both are well experienced in their jobs; the work will be … [Read more...]
Wykoff Council Approves Zoning Changes, Tree Removal, and Prepares for Fall Projects
The Wykoff City Council gathered for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, August 11, at 7 p.m. Mayor Ryan Breckenridge called the meeting to order, joined by council members Jeffrey Hare, Barbara Fate, Jane Baker, and Missy Musel. City Administrator Becky Schmidt and Administrative Assistant Luann Hare were also in attendance. The council quickly approved the agenda and … [Read more...]
Rushford Receives Old School Complaints/Petition
While the August 11 Rushford Council agenda had no items of regular business, there was plenty to consider. During the appearance of interested persons, Attorney Mike Miller introduced himself and presented the city with a request and a petition from citizen clients regarding the former Rushford-Peterson School. The 2-acre site was vacated by the district in 2017 after the … [Read more...]
Harmony Council Appoints New Council Member
The Harmony City Council reviewed four letters of interest for the open council seat at their regular August 12 meeting. Mayor Steve Donney made a motion to appoint Keith McIntosh and the motion was approved unanimously. McIntosh was sworn in and took his seat on the council. The consent agenda was approved and included the minutes of the July 15 meeting, the claims and July … [Read more...]
Body of Missing La Crosse Woman Found Near Brownsville
The body of a missing La Crosse woman was located in the Mississippi River near Brownsville, Minn., on the morning of July 23, 2025. According to Houston County Sheriff Brian Swedberg, a fisherman spotted the body at approximately 10:28 a.m. and notified authorities. Houston County deputies responded to confirm the finding, but the recovery itself was handled by La Crosse … [Read more...]
Fountain Looks Ahead to Highway 52 Project
There were several guests in attendance at the August 6 Fountain City Council meeting, including Paul Zagar from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). The city will see a major reconfiguration of the current 3rd Street and County Road 8 intersection with Highway 52 next spring. Currently, the three roads meet in a “Y” intersection. MnDOT is planning to end the … [Read more...]
Brownsville Gets New City Maps
Brownsville City Council members met Wednesday, August 6 at Brownsville Community Center. Mayor Jean Meyer called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. then City Clerk Steve Schuldt conducted role call. Council members present included Meyer, Pam Walhovd, Bill Fitzpatrick, and David Prestby. Councilor Barb Hurley was absent. City employees present were City Clerk Schuldt, Treasurer … [Read more...]
Lanesboro City Council Meetings Will Be Available Online
After extensive discussion at their August 4 meeting, the Lanesboro City Council decided to post recordings of their monthly council meetings online. According to Mayor Alicia Pearson, the League of Minnesota Citites recommended the posting of public meetings in a recent issue of its magazine, Minnesota Cities. Joe Cullen expressed his concern that posting all city meetings … [Read more...]
Firearms for Deer Hunting Discussion Begins in Fillmore County
At the August 5 meeting of the county board, three residents addressed the board over a bill enacted by the Minnesota legislature. The bill allows the use of rifles for deer hunting; the new law goes into effect in 2026. It also gives a county board the authority to limit firearms for deer hunting by adopting an ordinance. Notice of a public hearing is required before an … [Read more...]
Preston Creation of Comprehensive Plan on Schedule
At the August 4 meeting of the city council, City Administrator Ryan Throckmorton gave an update on the planners conducting the community group plan which is still on track. Mayor Kurt Reicks was absent. Due to weather, the recent Rhythm on the River event was held indoors and was well attended. Online surveys ended on August 4; there were a good number of participants … [Read more...]