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Harmony to host bloodmobile on March 29

March 21, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center, 225 Third Avenue SW, from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.  Donating is by appointment only, and masks will once again be required for all donors.  If you don’t have one of your own, one will be provided by the Red Cross. All donors will be required to provide identification before donating, so please … [Read more...]

Cub Scouts collecting for Rushford Food Shelf

March 14, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

The Cub Scouts help the March food drive each year. Pack 53 of the Rushford/Peterson area will have cans to collect monetary donations at local businesses for the month of March. Donations can also be mailed to Rushford Food Shelf P.O. Box 549, Rushford, Minn. 55971. The Cub Scouts cannot gather food at neighborhood homes this year because of COVID. Food insecurity affects … [Read more...]

40th Annual Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign

March 7, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

“Food insecurity means access to adequate food is inconsistent and limited by a lack of money and other resources throughout the year. Food insecure households report their diets to be of reduced quality, variety, or desirability and/or experience disrupted eating patterns and reduced food intake.”  Semcac’s Rushford, Kasson, Preston and Caledonia Food Shelves served 921 … [Read more...]

Semcac offering free rides to/from vaccination appointments via new transportation program – Vax Van

March 7, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Semcac is offering a new transportation program, to assist people with no-cost, reliable, safe rides to and from their vaccination appointments. To assist in getting southeastern Minnesotans vaccinated, Semcac requested grant funds from the MN Department of Human Services and was awarded the funding to purchase a van and launch the new program. The agency is using COVID relief … [Read more...]

Stress: Don’t let it manage your life Chronic excess stress doesn’t just ruin your day – it could ruin your health

February 21, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

By UNMC, Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, Omaha, NE There is a “healthful,” stimulating kind and level of stress. It’s called eustress. Susan Harris, University of Nebraska Extension Educator in Rural Health, Wellness, and Safety, says eustress assists in rising to a challenge. “For instance, if you have a son or daughter who’s getting married, … [Read more...]

Battle in Bluff Country Omnium bike ride expecting 200 riders

February 21, 2022 by Charlene Corson Selbee Leave a Comment

caledonia

The Caledonia City Council met Monday, February 14, from 6:02-6:55 p.m. at city hall. Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.    Council members in attendance included Amanda Ninneman, Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder, David Fitzpatrick, and Brad Rykhus. Also present was City Clerk/Administrator Adam Swann. Council member Robert … [Read more...]

Over $3.5 million for school bus stop arm cameras Minnesota Department of Public Safety providing grants to 32 schools and transportation companies statewide

February 21, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

ST. PAUL — A child should never have to fear boarding a school bus or getting dropped off, but across Minnesota, motorists failing to stop for school buses are risking children’s lives. To change dangerous driving behaviors and keep students safe, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety is awarding more than $3.5 million in grants to 32 schools and … [Read more...]

Severe winter weather intensifies Red Cross blood crisis Hundreds of blood drives canceled due to storms

February 21, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Fillmore County Journal - Red Cross

MINNEAPOLIS, February 8, 2022 — Severe winter weather has further complicated efforts to rebuild the national blood supply. The American Red Cross is asking people in areas unaffected by weather to schedule the earliest-available blood or platelet donation appointments in their community.  Dangerous snow and ice conditions have contributed to over 600 blood drive … [Read more...]

Blood donations critically needed in the weeks ahead amid first-ever Red Cross blood crisis

February 14, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Fillmore County Journal - Red Cross

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, January 25, 2022 — While there has been a significant and encouraging response to the dire need for blood across the nation, the American Red Cross needs more people to give in the weeks ahead to recover from its worst blood shortage in more than a decade. Those interested in helping are urged to schedule the earliest-available blood donation appointment in … [Read more...]

Counties awarded funds

February 14, 2022 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

The Minnesota State Set-Aside Committee for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) has recommended funds be awarded to Dodge, Fillmore, Houston, and Steele counties for Phase 39 and Phase ARPA-R (American Rescue Plan Act).  These federal funds are awarded through the Department of Homeless Security-FEMA and used for people with emergency needs.  The local board … [Read more...]

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