The Rushford-Peterson School Board accepted the resignation of MSHS Principal Jake Timm and hired new MSHS Principal Brent Olson at their regular board meeting May 18. Other new hires included Reading interventionist (K-8) Andrea Larson, LTS for kindergarten, Madelyn Haugen; assistant football coach, Dan Mlsna and assistant football coach, Jon Theuer. Other resignations … [Read more...]
Chatfield Shady Oak Redevelopment Proposal Tabled Indefinitely
A development proposal for two single family residential lots along Hawley St. (Shady Oak Park) failed to get enough support at the May 11 meeting of the Chatfield City Council. The proposal had been recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilor Josh Broadwater who favored the proposal was against the suggested request for proposals language which made the developer … [Read more...]
Spring Valley Downtown Improvement Project to Begin This Month
Last month the Spring Valley City Council awarded A1 Excavating, LLC the contract for the Downtown Improvement Project, which is set to begin the week of May 18. At their Monday, May 11 meeting, the council reviewed a proposed modification to the plan. “The project would start with the northern block being closed and access to the southern block only being through an alley due … [Read more...]
Ask a Trooper
Question: In my community and on my daily commute I encounter two roundabouts each morning, others that I work with will encounter three roundabouts in less than five minutes. Please use your platform to remind drivers how to safely and properly use a roundabout. I see, almost on a daily basis, drivers physically stop their vehicle for other drivers that have not even entered … [Read more...]
Spruce Street Assessments Adopted in Houston
Following a public hearing, the Houston City Council adopted the Spruce Street assessments to pave the way for the planned improvements at their regular meeting May 11. The project will be completed in partnership with Houston County with a portion of the project to be fully reconstructed with utility work and resurfacing of streets with no utility work on either end. Total … [Read more...]
Peterson Averages Rate; Considers Citizen Complaint
There were several agenda items on the agenda of the May 13 Peterson Council meeting and several in attendance. Tracy Seelbinder was absent. One item of consideration, approved unanimously, was the adjustment of the electric rates in effort to minimize rate swings. The rates vary depending on time of year, type of fuel, and type of meter. The city currently had eight electric … [Read more...]
Whalan City Council Meets with Full Agenda
The Whalan City Council worked through a long agenda during the May 11 council meeting. Present were Mayor David Hallum along with council members Thore E. Johnson, Owen Lewis, Sheila Higbe and Kim Berekvam. City Clerk/Treasurer Teresa Grossell was also in attendance. The council approved the agenda with two additions under Continued Business and one addition under New … [Read more...]
Lanesboro School Anticipates Revenue Reductions
At their regular meeting on May 13, the Lanesboro School Board heard details of expected funding reductions for next year. Superintendent Matt Schultz informed the board that compensatory revenue is anticipated to be down $70,000. This revenue is based on students eligible to receive free and reduced lunches. Post-COVID there are no longer forms to fill out to receive the … [Read more...]
Chatfield School Board Hears 2027 Budget Projection Update
At the May 13, 2026 school board meeting, board members David Sovinski, Katie Priebe, Tom Keefe, Jill Harstad, Josh Thompson and Mark Johnsrud were present. Also present were Superintendent Ed Harris and LuAnn Klevan, Community Education Director. Reports Principal McBroom was not present but submitted a report that stated the fifth grade Eagle Bluff trip was a success even … [Read more...]
Wykoff Council Discusses Possible New Fire Station, Utility Projects
Wykoff’s wastewater system, a possible new fire station, downtown improvements, and questions over city procedures were among the topics discussed during the May 11 Wykoff City Council meeting. Mayor Ryan Breckenridge chaired the meeting with council members Jeffrey Hare, Barbara Fate, Jane Baker and Missy Musel present. City Administrator Becky Schmidt also attended. The … [Read more...]