According to Whalan City Clerk/Treasurer Michele Peterson, the City of Whalan has received full reimbursement from former City Clerk Lolly Melander after receiving a check in the amount of $9,388.00. Present at the May 9 Whalan City Council meeting were Mayor Marlys Tuftin, councilmembers Owen Lewis, Sheila Higbe and Kim Berekvam along with City Clerk/Treasurer Michele … [Read more...]
Root River water rescue
According to Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge, Dispatchers received a 911 call on May 11, 2022, at 3:46 p.m. regarding a kayaker stuck on the Root River east of Whalan. An adult female was hanging onto a tree in the Root River after her kayak came in contact with a tree in the water. The Lanesboro Fire Department was able to reach the woman and bring her to shore. Also … [Read more...]
Seat opens up on Harmony City Council
At the May 10 regular city council meeting, the Harmony Council accepted a resignation from council member Tony Webber effective June 1. A resolution regarding his resignation will be voted on at a special council meeting on May 19. Anyone interested in filling Webber’s term, which ends this year, should submit a letter to the city by the regular June 14 meeting. Tom Olinger … [Read more...]
Caledonia’s audit receives highest rating possible
The Caledonia City Council met in regular session Monday, May 9, from 6-7:50 p.m. at city hall. Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members in attendance included Mayor Schroeder, Robert “Bob” Klug, Amanda Ninneman, David Fitzpatrick, and Brad Rykhus. Members approved the minutes from the April 25 regular city … [Read more...]
Fishing fun and more at Preston’s Trout Days
Introduce your kids to the lifelong joys of fishing at Preston Trout Days, Friday, May 20 through Sunday, May 22. Saturday morning at 9 a.m. is the Kid’s Fishing Contest at Camp Creek approximately two miles past Preston’s ballpark in Maust’s pasture on Hunter Road. The fun event is for kids ages 12 and under! Fishing licenses are not required but kids must be accompanied by … [Read more...]
GasBuddy update
May 9, 2022 - Average gasoline prices in Minnesota have risen 12.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.02/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 2,856 stations in Minnesota. Prices in Minnesota are 18.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.23/g higher than a year ago. The price of diesel has risen 22.6 cents nationally in the past week and … [Read more...]
Lawn mowing considerations
By Katie Drewitz Extension Educator University of Minnesota Extension Fillmore and Houston Counties Whether you see mowing your lawn as a chore that has to be done or a relaxing way to wind down after a long week at the office there are some tips you should take into consideration this season. If the weather and your individual lawn conditions allow for it, … [Read more...]
Spring Valley council voices speed concerns
The Spring Valley City Council held a regular meeting on May 9. All council members were present (Mayor Tony Archer, John Dols, Chris Danielson, Luan Ruesink, and Greg Brooks). City Administrator/Clerk Deb Zimmer also participated. No visitors had signed up to address the council. The agenda was light, and the meeting lasted only 12 minutes. The item garnering the most … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Community Corrections to be established
The Fillmore County Board at their May 10 meeting took a step forward to implement Fillmore County Community Corrections within the Community Services Model. The board has been discussing this move for a number of years. A resolution was unanimously approved to withdraw from the Dodge-Fillmore-Olmsted Community Corrections (DFO) and the Joint Powers Agreement, effective … [Read more...]
City of Canton prepares for 2022 property inspections
Members of the Canton City Council met on Wednesday, May 11, in regular session where it discussed upcoming property inspections and how best to proceed. Each year the city does a driving tour of town, with a deputy, to review and determine which residences may have ordinance violations that need to be remedied. Clerk Brock Bergey highlighted the numbers of 2021 where 29 … [Read more...]