In 2014, R-P School District voters approved the construction of a new school, which opened for the school year in 2017 at a cost of $33.5 million. Their previous school facility was considered to be one of the oldest in the State of Minnesota. On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, residents of the Rushford-Peterson School District took to the polls to cast their vote on a $24 … [Read more...]
Survey Finds Need for Public Transit in Harmony
At the February 10 Harmony City Council meeting, the consent agenda was approved and included the minutes of the January 13 meeting, the claims and January checks, the investment report, the cash balances, and the budget. A liquor license renewal for Kwik Trip was also approved with the condition that all required documents are received by the city. Brett Grabau from Stantec … [Read more...]
Rural Health Innovation Study Highlighted at Whalan Council Meeting
The Whalan City Council gained knowledge of the Rural Health Innovation Study during the February 9 council meeting, courtesy of Alicia Pearson of Lanesboro, Minn., including how it could improve the lives of many area residents by strengthening access to healthcare on a more consistent basis. Present at the February 9, 2026, regularly scheduled council meeting were Mayor … [Read more...]
A Case of Unfortunate Timing Caused Boil Alert in Spring Valley
On Monday, February 9, 2026, the Spring Valley City Council gathered for their monthly meeting. Prior to jumping into their agenda the council invited Chris Rolli, from Spring Valley Public Utilities (SVPU), to discuss the recent water issues. On Wednesday, February 4 a hole was discovered in the water tower, then, in an unfortunate case of bad timing, the city suffered a … [Read more...]
Houston Plans for Stoddard Street and Spruce Street
The Houston City Council heard from Bolton & Menk’s Derek Olinger at their February 9 regular meeting. The city of Houston had received a letter from Gary and Vickie Frauenkron expressing interest in purchasing 10 lots currently owned by the city. The lots have been partially developed by a previous party before being forfeited. At this time, there is no cost estimate to … [Read more...]
Canton City Council Approves New Truck for Fire Department
Mayor Kristy Ziegler opened the February 11 meeting at 6 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. She then proposed that an item on the consent agenda – approval of a step pay increase for the deputy clerk - be removed for further discussion. The rest of the consent agenda was approved. Items included were the January minutes, February disbursements, and a $3,220 contribution … [Read more...]
Peterson Discusses Resort Development; Revival
At the February 11 meeting, the Peterson Council heard from the developers of the proposed River Valley Resort. Area residents Matt and Jenny Helgemoe, who own a piece of agricultural land adjacent to the city, are in the process of developing a phased campground resort. According to City Clerk Chris Grindland, the plans currently include 25-50 campsites with the potential for … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Recognizes Employee Service
At the February 10 meeting of the county board, employees were recognized for their years of service at five-year increments. The board holds this recognition event on an annual basis. Fourteen employees were recognized for being with the county for five years, six for 10 years, three for 15 years, two for 20 years, six for 25 years, and one for 35 … [Read more...]
Audit, Infrastructure and Public Safety Issues Lead Wykoff Council Agenda
Financial oversight, public works infrastructure, emergency services funding, and several community facility improvements dominated discussion at the February 9 Wykoff City Council meeting. Mayor Ryan Breckenridge presided over the meeting, joined by council members Jeff Hare, Barb Fate, Jane Baker, and Missy Musel. City Administrator Becky Schmidt was also present. The … [Read more...]
Chatfield Comprehensive Plan
At the February 9 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, a public hearing was held on the 2025 updates to the city’s comprehensive plan. Councilor Josh Broadwater was absent. The 2015 Comprehensive Plan has been updated. The plan is designed to shape land use development over the next two decades through 2045. Alison Bentley, community development director, listed some … [Read more...]