Brownsville’s City Council met Wednesday, July 5 at Brownsville Community Center from 7-9:22 p.m. Council members present included Mayor Jean Meyer, Pam Walhovd, Jacob Danielson and Tim Klug. Also in attendance were City Clerk Steve Schuldt, City Treasurer Jenna Knight, and from city maintenance, Dean Twite. Council member Barb Hurley was absent. The minutes from the June 7 … [Read more...]
No more lifting for Caledonia ambulance department
The Caledonia City Council at its June 26 meeting, unanimously approved moving forward with the purchase of a power load cot for the city’s old ambulance, Unit 257, at a cost of $50,578.24 from Stryker Medical plus approximately $1,200 for Everest Emergency Vehicles, Inc. to install it. Everest estimates that they will have it installed by September 29, 2023. Caledonia … [Read more...]
Fountain addresses resident complaints
At the July 5 meeting, the Fountain Council discussed in length a number of citizen complaints. They included both noise during the day and after the 10 p.m. noise cutoff, as well as parking and street concerns. “Some of them are kind of nit-picky,” said Councilor David Gudmundson, who’d requested the complaints be discussed. No identifying information was given during the … [Read more...]
It’s farmers market season
Fresh, nutritious, and delicious tasting veggies are now in season! Shoppers will now find a large selection of veggies. In addition to veggies, shoppers will find a selection of jams, pickles, mushrooms, jerky, fish, beef, wine, flowers, homemade pie and bread, handmade dog treats, baby ducks and chicks, handcrafted items like potholders and scrubbers and dish towels, … [Read more...]
Father’s Day Cruise for a Cause raises $13,250
The weekend of Father’s Day was quite amazing for many reasons. The Caledonia Founder’s Day Randy Klinski Memorial Car Show drew a large crowd on Saturday, June 17. It was a hot, sunny day, which has become the norm lately. There were food vendors, bean bag tournaments, arts and crafts, boutique clothing and accessories for sale. It was a busy place with more than 80 vehicles … [Read more...]
No more lifting for Caledonia ambulance department
Mike Bubany, David Drown Associates, Inc., reported at the city council’s June 26 meeting that S & P Global Ratings assigned its “AA” long-term rating to Chatfield’s $2.3 million series 2023A GO bonds. Four bids had been received this day for the bond sale. The lowest bidder was Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc. The average coupon rate is 4% with a net affective rate of … [Read more...]
Deputy Nagle recognized for life saving measures
Houston County Deputy Calvin Nagle was recognized at the June 26 Houston County commission meeting for performing life-saving measures at the scene of an accident involving a motorcycle and truck. Nagle responded from Spring Grove to an accident involving a motorcycle and truck at the intersection of Highway 44 and Houston County Road 4 on May 23. Houston County Sheriff Brian … [Read more...]
Heroes needed now: Give blood or platelets
The American Red Cross wants everyone to enjoy a safe and fun Fourth of July, which includes ensuring a strong blood supply for patients in hospitals across the country. There has been a concerning shortfall in blood donations in recent weeks, and the upcoming holiday could put a further strain on donations, as millions celebrate with family vacations and other seasonal … [Read more...]
Chatfield authorizes sale of 2023A General Obligation Bonds
Mike Bubany, David Drown Associates, Inc., reported at the city council’s June 26 meeting that S & P Global Ratings assigned its “AA” long-term rating to Chatfield’s $2.3 million series 2023A GO bonds. Four bids had been received this day for the bond sale. The lowest bidder was Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc. The average coupon rate is 4% with a net affective rate of … [Read more...]
Summer activities in full swing at Fillmore Central
At the June 27 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Superintendent Health Olstad updated the board on the spring sports season, noting that it went “amazingly well.” There’s a lot going on with summer rec and summer school right now. Over 100 students are participating in Strength and Agility. Logan Corson and Abagail Palkowski were hired as elementary teachers, Kayla Koch … [Read more...]