According to Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge, a fight involving several people was reported on Friday night, July 12, at approximately 11:36 p.m. outside of the Kwik Trip store in the city of Spring Valley. The subjects involved in the incident had left the scene before deputies arrived. Upon further investigation, video surveillance and statements indicate that at least … [Read more...]
Caledonia Supports Roundabout
Caledonia city staff recommended that the council approve Resolution 2024-05 in support of the Highway 44/76 roundabout at the regularly scheduled council meeting on July 8. The council unanimously approved the resolution. According to the resolution, the city not only supports the project but “is responsible for 100% of all costs associated with the construction of North … [Read more...]
Street Projects Top Discussions for Spring Valley
Mike Bubany, of David Drown Associates, kicked off the Spring Valley City Council July 8 meeting to discuss the upcoming street projects and the impact they will have on the community. In April the council, along with Bubany, workshopped through a vast amount of different financial scenarios so they could better plan for the future expense of the projects and to give them a … [Read more...]
Chatfield Public Transit Availability
Bill Spitzer, Semcac director of transportation, reviewed the availability of public transit in Chatfield at the city council’s July 8 meeting. Three services are available including Rolling Hills Transit bus service, Careavan medical transport, and the volunteer driver program. He concentrated his remarks on Rolling Hills Transit. There are 13 buses in the system that are … [Read more...]
Mabel To Follow County Cannabinoid Ordinance, Discusses Night Out
At the July 10 Mabel City Council meeting, the board unanimously passed resolution number 2024-07 concerning the public use of cannabinoids. This resolution aligns with Fillmore County’s ordinance number 20240423, which governs the use of cannabinoids in public places. Mayor Adam Wilder called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. In addition to Mayor Wilder, council members Kirsten … [Read more...]
City of Wykoff Hoping to Have New Softball Field by End of Summer
By Annika Doberenz The Wykoff City Council met per their usual schedule at 7 p.m. on July 8, the second Monday of the month, and after the meeting was called to order, it began with the Pledge of Allegiance. One of the most major issues brought up at the meeting was that of the recent malfunctions of the wastewater plant. Several integral parts have stopped working, and the … [Read more...]
Eitzen Habitat Home Making Progress
At the July 9 Eitzen City Council meeting, Mayor Jeff Adamson proudly announced, “We have progress!” referring to the Habitat for Humanity home. The water and sewer were hooked up today, July 9, at the Habitat Home. A community build day at the home on 103 Iowa Avenue North is scheduled for August 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers can register at online or stop by the … [Read more...]
Brownsville Renews MN Small Cities Membership
Brownsville City Council members met Wednesday, July 3 at Brownsville Community Center. Mayor Jean Meyer called the meeting to order at 7 p.m., City Clerk Steve Schuldt then conducted roll call. Council members present included Meyer, Pam Walhovd, Barb Hurley, Tim Klug and Bill Fitzpatrick. City employees present included Schuldt, City Maintenance Dean Twite and City Treasurer … [Read more...]
Whalan to Host Good ‘Ol Days Celebration
The city of Whalan will soon be hosting its Good ‘Ol Days Celebration once again and everyone is invited to come and visit and meet friends and neighbors of Whalan past and present. This good news was announced at the Whalan City Council meeting which was held on July 8 at the Whalan Town Hall. Present at the regularly scheduled council meeting were Mayor David Hallum, along … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Contracts for Food Service
The Lanesboro School Board approved a contract with food service company Taher, at their July 10 meeting. After putting out an RFP (request for proposal), a single proposal was received from Taher. Following the requirements, a point system was used to evaluate the proposal with Taher receiving a total of 93 points. The contract is pending approval of MDE. The school had … [Read more...]









