Department heads provided updates on recent activities for the city of Canton during last Wednesday’s council meeting at the town hall. The mayor, clerk, deputy clerk and public works director brought the councilors up to speed on what has been happening at city hall. Mayor Josh Nordsving told his fellow council members that he and members of the outgoing city council had … [Read more...]
Lanesboro School’s strategic plan
Lanesboro School has been working on its five-year strategic plan since November; at the regular February board meeting, Superintendent Matt Schultz presented the current version of the new strategic plan. The board has had two meetings and a public forum on the plan. The plan consists of four points: continuing a strong core education with opportunities for broad … [Read more...]
Cold treats in cold weather now possible in Chatfield
When driving through Chatfield this winter, you may see an unusual sight — a plowed parking lot and cars in the drive through of Dairy Queen. That’s because, for the first time in years, the Chatfield Dairy Queen is now open year round. When Yoel and Michelle Topel took ownership of the franchise located just off of Highway 52 on March 15 last year, they knew they wanted to … [Read more...]
Hokah City Council hears department updates
The Hokah City Council met February 7 at the Hokah Fire Department. Mayor Lee Tippery called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Also present were Lindsey Martell, city clerk/treasurer, and Council members Cindy Oldenburg, Tom Bernsdorf, Cory Lorenz and Tom Oldenburg. The January 3 council meeting minutes, bills payable report (through February 7) and the consolidated balance sheet … [Read more...]
Sweethearts find faith and family the best cure
For Harmony couple, John and Jacque Ryan, it was the arts that brought them together at a young age, but it was their faith which gave them strength to overcome adversity. “We kind of fell in love in art class. We were very good friends; we had this friendship that started even the year before that. We had a good time in there,” Jacque shared. “And his sense of humor, he … [Read more...]
Ostrander Council again delays chicken ordinance
The issue of whether to allow chickens in the City of Ostrander was once again the topic of conversation at the Ostrander City Council meeting on Tuesday, February 7. The ordinance that was tabled last month by the council was once again before them to either approve or send back to the Zoning Board for further discussion. “Who going to control what happens with the … [Read more...]
Mabel’s tree and utility programs and ambulance update
On Wednesday, February 8, the Mabel City Council held a public hearing before the regularly scheduled council meeting regarding the request from Lorna Horwich on behalf of the estate of Larry Benson to rezone the property at 108 West Fillmore Avenue, parcel number 02.0137.010 from a commercially zoned lot to a residentially zoned lot. The request was unanimously approved. All … [Read more...]
Department heads give annual reports to Preston City Council
The Preston City Council heard several annual reports from its various departments on Monday night, February 6. Ramon Hernandez represented the fire department, Elizabeth Anderson gave the library report, Blaise Sass reported on the police department and Gabby Kinneberg provided updates from the EDA and tourism. Hernandez began the series of reports by explaining that the … [Read more...]
Peterson picks new councilor
The City of Peterson has a new councilor after receiving three letters of interest from residents, including Steve Feldmeier, Joseph Kochen, and Justin Simon. The city declared a vacancy in January following the election of then-Councilor Chris Stenzel to the mayor’s seat in the November general election. “I’m impressed with everyone, but think Justin is the best fit,” stated … [Read more...]
Soil-health workshops planned for area Mower SWCD
January 31, 2023 – Free soil-health workshops once again are being planned in February along Interstate 90 and U.S. Hwy. 14, including a workshop in Stewartville co-hosted by Mower Soil & Water Conservation District. Partnering organizations are offering the 2023 I-90 & Hwy. 14 tour for CLASIC (Crop, Livestock and Soil Innovation Conferences) throughout the month of … [Read more...]