Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center, 225 Third Avenue SW, from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 28, 2021.  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 … [Read more...]

Justin Kroegar, Gallagher/insurance, risk management, and consulting, presented two options for employee health insurance to the Fillmore County board at their September 7 meeting. The county buys insurance through the Minnesota Healthcare Consortium. Kroegar recommended sticking with the Southeast Service Corporation and changing from Blue Cross to Medica. A 2.5% increase … [Read more...]

Uniting the Harmony area with a culture on the other side of the world, “Jottings from Japan” became a favorite column of area residents for many years.  These columns told of the adventure of teaching at international schools - Cindy at the Sacred Heart and Doug at Saint Mary’s, which allowed this couple a unique understanding of the Japanese people and culture. After teaching … [Read more...]

Elliott Grandall has been privileged to have been introduced to a relationship with music his entire life.  Now, in retirement, after many years of teaching in Kingsland Public Schools, Elliott is still actively engaged with music, sharing his vast knowledge and enthusiasm in Southeastern Minnesota.  Elliott reflects, “In retrospect, I realize how incredibly blessed I have been … [Read more...]

Your cell phone rings and you feel annoyed. “Car warranties… student loans… Medicare plans.” So many scams wasting your time. You hang up immediately, if you answer at all. But what if an unexpected phone call had the potential to save your life — how would you feel then? That’s what Ann Junge Thacher has been dealing with for the last three years. Thacher, who lives in … [Read more...]

The American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage as the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries rise – and deplete the nation’s blood inventory. Donors of all blood types – especially type O and those giving platelets – are urged to make an appointment to give as soon as possible to prevent further impact to patients. Right now, … [Read more...]

By Drew Hatzenbihler Solid Waste Administrator Fillmore County’s Hazardous Waste Collection event is scheduled for May 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those of you familiar with the event will notice that this time has changed from previous years. The ongoing pandemic and some changes to the operation made this change necessary. As with previous years, I’m here to provide some … [Read more...]