The Fountain City Council once again discussed the possibility of replacing the city truck at their regular meeting September 2. Mayor Ron Reisner shared that he’d found a 2004 Chevrolet C5500 which was the same as a F-550 Ford. The truck, located in Elk Mound, had been put up for bids with an asking price of $20,000. Two low bids have already been rejected by the owners. … [Read more...]

At the September 2 meeting, the Brownsville City Council considered four scenarios for the 2027 preliminary budget before voting for the 8% levy increase. Councilor Barb Hurley was absent but roll call showed a quorum with all other council members present. All votes were unanimous. City Treasurer Jenna Knight said last year the preliminary was proposed at 10% and that is … [Read more...]

At their regular September 1 meeting, the city of Rushford Village once again discussed the issue of drivers speeding on the CRV roads. Councilman Bob Hart asked if it would be prudent to post speed limit signs on the roads. Mike Ebner suggested moving the electronic sign around to the various roads so people will understand the city is checking on them. Clerk Mary Miner … [Read more...]

During the Citizens Input portion of the September 1 board meeting, Reverend Anders E. Nelson of the Mabel-Henrytown Tri-Point Parish accompanied by people from the area spoke in support of free and fair elections. He said he is hoping to ground people with the facts. Nelson said, “We want to be visible and build connections with the board. We want the board to be accountable … [Read more...]

The August 25 meeting of the Fillmore County Board began with a moment of silence to remember Commissioner Larry Hindt who recently passed after a long illness. Budgets were reviewed for the Sheriff’s Office, Veterans Services Office, Public Health, Human Services, and Administration. Sheriff John DeGeorge said he wants to add funding for Wellness. It will require a mandatory … [Read more...]

At the August 25 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Superintendent Heath Olstad reported that streaming for the fall sports season has been set up, and families have been learning how to use Bound for athlete registrations. Sixteen students are registered for cross country, 12 for cheerleading, 77 for football, and 25 for volleyball. The baseline concussion testing for … [Read more...]

At the August 24 meeting of the city council Interim City Administrator Michelle Marotzke was given the go ahead to look into a possible Purchase Option Agreement with the Fillmore Central School District. The Swimming Pool Committee has recommended looking into the possible purchase of land north of the ball field (soccer field) at Fillmore Elementary School. Marotzke made … [Read more...]

At the August 20 meeting of the Fillmore County Planning Commission Nathan and Katie Drewitz of Chatfield Township requested a conditional use permit for a farm winery. The couple has a business plan for the future Chosen Valley Winery. They currently have rows of grapes on about a half-acre. They have plans to grow their acreage and their business. There were no comments … [Read more...]

At the August 24 meeting of the city council, proposed revisions to the residential utility billing policy were approved. Councilors Mike Urban and Josh Broadwater were absent. The billing policy approved in 2017 was revised to include updated provisions; the revised policy will supersede the policy adopted on March 27, 2017. Residential customers will be billed monthly for … [Read more...]

The Monday, August 19, 2026 Kingsland School Board meeting began on a somber note as the board took a moment to observe the loss of senior Nathaniel Drees. “As a school and a community we are hurting right now,” Superintendent Scott Klavetter expressed. “It has been a challenging few days since Nathaniel’s passing. We will be keeping him with us in spirit throughout the year. … [Read more...]