Caledonia School Board members met in Caledonia Elementary School’s music room #162 on Thursday, January 26, from 5:32-7:20 p.m for a special meeting. Board members present include dMike Peterson, Spencer Yohe, Melissa Marschall, Derek Adamson, Tim Gunn, and Daniel Small. Board member Leigh King was absent. In addition, Super-intendent Craig Ihrke and elementary principal Sue … [Read more...]
Caledonia first in county to propose a cannabis licensing ordinance
The first reading of Caledonia’s cannabis licensing ordinance occurred at the January 23 city council meeting. A public hearing will be scheduled. Caledonia City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson explained that the cannabis situation created by the State last year has been a hot topic lately. According to Dickson the proposed ordinance is “closely inline with what other cities … [Read more...]
Rushford ambulance seeks additional firefighters
At the January 23 meeting, the Rushford Council heard from Rushford Fire Department Chief Chad Rasmussum who provided an annual report. In addition to the appointment of 2023 officers, Relief Association Board Members, meetings and events, he noted the retirement of two longtime firefighters and a need to fill vacancies. Travis Eide (21 years) and Wayne Exe (33 years) are … [Read more...]
Kingsland School Board receives business update, chooses board president
Kingsland School District Business Manager Julie Schrieber gave the new school board a rundown of the district’s finances thus far at their meeting on January 18. The presentation showed a rundown of the past three years in comparison with this year. “So right now, we’re about 50% through the year… We’ve spent out about 40%, so that’s great, so for the revenue we’re at about … [Read more...]
The “magic” of Lanesboro highlighted by annual meeting speakers
The Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting, virtually, on Wednesday, January 25, with storyteller Al Batt as its special guest speaker. Board President Joe Goetzke presided over the meeting and shared several personal reflections about the Chamber and his time in Lanesboro. Executive Director Andrzej Zalasinski reviewed the past year, highlighted marketing … [Read more...]
Lauren Lawston, rugby player – sports after high school
Lauren Lawston, a 2019 Rushford-Peterson graduate, was a typical girl athlete at R-P – always competitive, she played volleyball, basketball, and ran track. The middle child of Lisa and Gene Lawston, Lauren has an older brother, Blake, who’s 25 and a younger brother, Jack, who’s 15. Once she graduated from R-P, she headed to University of Wisconsin Eau Claire to major in … [Read more...]
Fillmore County legislative priorities
Department heads advocated for their 2023 legislative priorities at the board’s January 24 meeting. Rep. Greg Davids and Senator Jeremy Miller attended the meeting virtually. Davids commented that it will be an interesting session with the huge $17.4 billion surplus. The 2023 legislature is dominated by one side. Davids suggested it is not good to have the legislature one … [Read more...]
Chatfield city administrator and city clerk begin duties
City Administer Joel Young administered the oath of office to Beth Carlson for the position of city clerk at the January 23 meeting of the city council. Councilors Mike Urban and Paul Novotny were absent. At an October 10 city council meeting, amendments to the City Charter were unanimously approved, which were to take effect 90 days after publication. The amendments included … [Read more...]
Houston County signs long-standing mental health services agreements
The Houston County Commission signed two long-standing mental health service agreements at its January 24 meeting. Human Services Director John Pugleasa explained that the first contract is the two-year agreement Crest Adult Mental Health Initiative (CREST). This is a program that has been utilized by the county since 1995. Pugleasa explained that CREST is a regional … [Read more...]
Sand, Fill Pit permit approval recommended
At the January 19 meeting of the Fillmore County Planning Commission, a public hearing was held on a conditional use permit application for a Sand, Fill Pit submitted by K. Rodney and Holly Beer. As this was the first meeting of the new year; election of officers was first on the agenda. Trinity Johnson was elected board chairman and Gary Ruskell was elected vice chair. … [Read more...]