The Houston County Commission conducted a public hearing at the board’s February 26 regularly scheduled meeting. The public hearing allowed Houston County residents an opportunity to voice their opinion regarding the proposed no wake zone ordinance. Mayor Mike Poellinger, representing the City of La Crescent, noted that the city does not have any authority. He added that the … [Read more...]
Fillmore Co. Animal Rescue Investigation
On February 22, 2024, at approximately 10 a.m. the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office and the Animal Humane Society carried out a search warrant for an animal rescue in southwestern Fillmore County, Beaver Township. In total, 15 dogs were seized from the property and are being cared for by the Animal Humane Society in Golden Valley, Minn. At this time, no arrests have been made … [Read more...]
College News
Honors List Summer 2023 • Palmer College of Chiropractic: Izabella Allison, LeRoy Fall 2023 • Alexandra Technical & Community College: Zachary Boelman, Spring Valley; Kaylie Doherty, Spring Valley • Bemidji State University: Noah Winrow, Rushford • Carthage College: Kaylee Whitehill, Harmony • Drake University: Grant Nutter, President’s List, Houston • … [Read more...]
Rushford-Peterson Approves Post Secondary Enrollment Options Policy
Rushford-Peterson MiddleSchool/High School Principal Jake Timm and MSHS Counselor Jenny Helgemoe presented the R-P PSEO Policy and PSEO Helpful Hints documents to the R-P School Board for approval at their February 26 meeting. The intent of the policy is to get students to understand how PSEO (Post Secondary Enrollment Options) works. Timm pointed out that a couple … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement
Kailor Gary Grotegut Kailor Gary Grotegut was born February 11, 2024, weighing 7 pounds 15 ounces and 19 1/2 inches long. Proud parents are Krayton Grotegut and Andrea Nolan of Waukon, Iowa. Grandparents are Gary and Deanna Nolan of Harmony, Minn., and Craig Grotegut of Waukon, Iowa. Great-grandma is Lynn Larson of Chatfield, Minn. … [Read more...]
Rushford Getting New Public Transit Bus
At the February 26 meeting, the Rushford Council welcomed Rolling Hills Transit Director of Transportation Manager Bill Spitzer. He attended the meeting to discuss the program, Rushford bus details, area community details on ridership, services provided, funding needs, and plans. Spitzer hit on reasons why public transit is critical, including accessibility, affordability, … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Upgrades 911 Phone System
Sheriff John DeGeorge, Emergency Management director Don Kullot, and Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) manager Jon Whitney addressed the county board at their February 27 meeting. They requested approval to purchase the Vesta Next Generation 911 phone system to make the county Next Generation 911 compliant. The one-time cost for system setup in the amount of $40,283.61 … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central Kids Celebrate “I Love to Read Month”
At the February 27 Fillmore Central school board meeting, Superintendent Heath Olstad reported that I Love to Read Month is wrapping up. The students experienced fun events and programs, dress up days and more to celebrate over the month of February. Thanks were extended to the Preston Fire Department for their donation that will allow each student to receive a free book at the … [Read more...]
Caledonia Council Meeting Short on Attendance
In an unusual turn of events, neither Caledonia Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder nor former Mayor Robert (Bob) Burns could recall a time when the Caledonia City Council lacked a quorum for a council meeting. However, on Monday evening, February 26, 2024, it happened. With only the mayor and Councilmember David Fitzpatrick present, the council found itself without the required … [Read more...]
Chatfield Approves Updates for Wastewater Treatment Facility
At the February 26 meeting of the Chatfield city council, Steve Schlichter, WWTF superintendent, explained the current UV disinfection system is 18 years old and parts are no longer available and/or difficult to find. Councilor Mike Urban was absent. Schlichter recommended the lower of two quotes submitted by Great Northern Environmental in the amount of $145,000 for … [Read more...]