The Spring Grove School Board approved the proposed budget for 2026-27 during its regular meeting on Monday, June 15. The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. Board members in attendance included Ashley Olson, Myriah Klug, Kelly Rohland, Lisa Myhre, Rhan Flatin, and Stephanie Jaster. District Accountant Tanya Elton and Superintendent Gina Morken reviewed the budget with the … [Read more...]
CRV Tables Fee Schedule Ordinance
The City of Rushford Village held a public hearing regarding a proposed fee schedule ordinance prior to their regular June 16 meeting in order to get public input on the ordinance. While the council spent the time discussing the ordinance, there were no citizens present to speak. City Clerk Mary Miner reminded the council that they needed to find a way so there will be no … [Read more...]
Public Backs Rezoning Request; Houston County Board Denies Request
Houston County Commission Chairman Greg Myhre called the meeting to order at 9 a.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the June 2 regularly scheduled commission meeting and the June 9 workgroup session. Commissioners in attendance included: District 1-Cindy Wright, District 2-Eric Johnson, District 3-Kurt Zehnder, District … [Read more...]
Rushford Gears Up for 250
The June 8 Rushford Council meeting was brief, but several items of note were discussed. The city will ring in the nation’s 250th anniversary of adoption of the Declaration of Independence by kicking off events on July 3. Live music, historical speakers, historical movies, food, and vendors will be part of the celebrations. Donations are being sought to fund 250 American flags … [Read more...]
Houston Garbage Pickup Day Changed
At the request of the council, Jay Nieson of Waste Management visited the Houston City Council’s regular meeting on June 8 to discuss changing garbage pickup day from Tuesday to Friday. Waste Management proposed the change to provide better service. Currently service for Houston is from the La Crosse office which has a staffing shortage. With the change in pickup days, Houston … [Read more...]
Dog Ordinance, Fire Hall Heating System Lead Wykoff Council Agenda
Questions surrounding Wykoff’s potentially dangerous dog ordinance, a dog designation appeal, a fire hall heating project and several policy matters drew a large crowd to the June 8 Wykoff City Council meeting. Mayor Ryan Breckenridge chaired the meeting with council members Jeffrey Hare, Jane Baker and Missy Musel present. Councilmember Barbara Fate was absent. City … [Read more...]
Volunteers to Assemble New Playground Equipment in Whalan
As the new playground equipment for the Whalan softball field has arrived, council members seek additional volunteers for assembly. In attendance at the regularly scheduled June 8, 2026, city council meeting were mayor David Hallum along with council members Thore E. Johnson, Sheila Higbe, Owen Lewis and Kim Berekvam. City Clerk/Treasurer Teresa Grossell was also in … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Operating Referendum Possible
At their regular June 10 board meeting, the Lanesboro School Board heard a presentation about referendums from Aaron Bushberger, a representative of Ehlers Public Finance Advisors. A discussion about placing an operating referendum on the next general election followed under the leadership of vice chair Mark Holmen. Both Steve Snyder and Sarah Peterson were absent. In his … [Read more...]
Caledonia City Council Receives Legislative Update, Discusses Downtown Parking Striping
The Caledonia City Council took no action regarding the downtown parking striping during its regular meeting on June 8, but members received an update on the project, noting that it had already been approved at the previous city council meeting. Councilmember John Rauk emphasized that Main Street remains a priority. Mayor Jeremy Leis called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. with … [Read more...]
City of Eitzen to Host Open House at Wiegrefe Senior Housing
The Eitzen City Council met in a regular session on June 9 and agreed to host an open house on June 27 at the Wiegrefe Senior Housing apartments. The open house will be held early in the afternoon. Mayor Jeff Adamson called the meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. Council members Doug Meyer, Mitch Lange, Mitch Luttchens, Emily Burrichter and Adamson were present. City staff attending … [Read more...]









