OWATONNA, MN, February 15, 2022 – Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), in partnership with regional hardware stores, will be accepting applications for free paint and coating products for community mural, community welcome sign or historic structure projects through its Paint the Town Grant program. This grant opportunity is available to communities with a … [Read more...]
Severe winter weather intensifies Red Cross blood crisis Hundreds of blood drives canceled due to storms
MINNEAPOLIS, February 8, 2022 — Severe winter weather has further complicated efforts to rebuild the national blood supply. The American Red Cross is asking people in areas unaffected by weather to schedule the earliest-available blood or platelet donation appointments in their community. Dangerous snow and ice conditions have contributed to over 600 blood drive … [Read more...]
Live Jam in Harmony, a celebration of local music!
The City of Harmony Arts Board is hosting a live local music event on Saturday, February 19, from 7-10 p.m. at the Harmony Golf Course clubhouse, 535 4th St. NE in Harmony. Admission by freewill donation. Six musicians, individuals and groups are scheduled: Tim Little, Matthew Patterson, Cindy Seabright, Never Wreck (a high school group with members from Harmony and … [Read more...]
Grain handling safety: don’t sidestep the principles
By UNMC Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, Omaha, NE “There is a direct correlation between out-of-condition grain and an increased likelihood of worker exposure to entrapment situations,” according to Purdue University’s 2020 Summary of U.S. Agricultural Confined Space-Related Injuries and Fatalities. “Whenever a farmer or elevator employee has to … [Read more...]
Blood donations critically needed in the weeks ahead amid first-ever Red Cross blood crisis
MINNEAPOLIS, MN, January 25, 2022 — While there has been a significant and encouraging response to the dire need for blood across the nation, the American Red Cross needs more people to give in the weeks ahead to recover from its worst blood shortage in more than a decade. Those interested in helping are urged to schedule the earliest-available blood donation appointment in … [Read more...]
One-stop shopping at Celebrations Expo
Is there a special celebration in your future? For example, a family reunion, baby shower, wedding, retirement, birthday, anniversary, sports group get together, fundraiser, or graduation. Eleven Caledonia businesses are coming together on February 19 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Elsie’s Bar & Grill to host a one-stop shopping expo. Celebrations Expo is your opportunity to … [Read more...]
Eitzen looking into smart meters for water and electricity
The Eitzen City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, from 6:04-6:34 p.m. at the Eitzen City Hall. Mayor Jeffrey Adamson and council members Mitch Lange, Doug Meyer, and Mitch Luttchens were all in attendance. Councilwoman Emily Burrichter arrived at 6:24 p.m. Others in attendance were Darryl Meyer, maintenance, and Steve Schuldt, city clerk. The … [Read more...]
Harmony council hears public comment on potential Dollar General
The February 8 Harmony City Council meeting began with a public forum at which six residents of Harmony spoke. None were in favor of a Dollar General store opening in town. “I think it goes against what I believe Harmony is,” Julie Little stated. Roxanne Johnson explained that many people see Harmony as a “Mayberry” type of town. “We do have lots of services to offer people, … [Read more...]
Bright Light Stories in the Night contest winners
Southeastern Minnesota Poets is pleased to announce the winners of the Bright Light Stories in the Night Poetry and Illustration Contest. Selected poems will be illustrated by selected artists for an e-chapbook to be presented at a family-friendly virtual reading on March 4, 2022, at 7 p.m. Poetry winners • James Armstrong, Solstice 2020, Winona • D.E. Green, Frost in May, … [Read more...]
Lanesboro council reviews emergency protocols
At the February 7 Lanesboro City Council meeting, Fire Chief Rob Wagner addressed the community’s concerns over siren failures during the December 15 severe weather event. The failure originated with Fillmore County who had the only control over the siren. Wagner spoke to the sheriff and the county’s emergency director and came up with the solution of installing a switch in … [Read more...]