At their July 1 regular meeting the Fountain City Council heard a report from Rick Whitney of Environmental Water Services, LLC on his recent work for the city. The full council, which included Mayor Ron Reisner, Cory Spratte, Jordan Kerns, Tammy Danielson, Dave Stockton and City Clerk Mary Tjepkes, was present to hear the report. Rick shared that at the West Side Lane lift … [Read more...]
Mabel City Council Holds Public Hearing on Rezoning Request
The Mabel City Council held a public hearing during its regularly scheduled July 8 meeting to allow residents an opportunity to comment on a rezoning request from Chad and Christine Loppnow. The Loppnows requested that their property at 416 N. Maple St. be rezoned from commercial to residential. City Clerk Karen Larson stated that she had not received any comments, either … [Read more...]
Preston Pool Project Moves Toward Referendum
Interim City Administrator Michelle Marotzke reviewed steps in the process to provide a referendum on the November ballot at the city council’s July 6 meeting. The Pool Committee has been meeting regularly with consultants from Burbach Aquatics about the city’s pool. They have analyzed possible locations for a pool. The committee recommends moving the pool project to … [Read more...]
The Lazy Days of Summer
The lazy days of summer are upon us, but this weekend’s events are anything but slow. From a milestone community celebration in LeRoy to a festival favorite in Rushford, residents and visitors have plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy mid-July. Standout events anchor the weekend: LeRoy Summerfest and Rushford Days. LeRoy Summerfest has extra meaning this year as the … [Read more...]
Meet Our Intern – Isaac Snyder
My name is Isaac Snyder. I’m from Lanesboro, Minnesota, and graduated in 2024. I am a summer intern at the Fillmore County Journal, and an upcoming junior at Iowa State University, majoring in marketing and minoring in Spanish. Being a student at Iowa State has helped prepare my business and sales skills – assets I look forward to utilizing in future careers and next spring … [Read more...]
Lanesboro School Referendum Election Approved
At their regular board meeting July 8, the Lanesboro School Board approved a resolution calling for an operating referendum election for Lanesboro Schools. The board set November 3, the same day as the regular election this fall, for this special election. Law firm Kennedy and Graven helped with the wording of the referendum question to be placed on the ballot. The school … [Read more...]
Spring Valley/Ostrander/Wykoff First Responders Equipment Presentation
New lifesaving equipment was presented to the Wykoff First Responders and Ostrander First Responders, made possible through Fillmore County Opioid Settlement funding. This investment reflects Fillmore County’s commitment to strengthening emergency response capabilities and ensuring that rural first responders have the tools they need to provide timely, high-quality care when … [Read more...]
NASS 2025 Yield Estimates for Fillmore and Houston Counties
By Katie Drewitz University of Minnesota Extension National Ag Statistics Service (NASS) crop yield estimates for 2025 have been posted. Looking at this data is an opportunity to assess yield trends in the counties to better understand yield potential. Which in turn, assists in the long term financial management of our farms. Today’s article will focus on corn and soybeans, … [Read more...]
Mary Schieber Performs in State Honors Concert
Fifth grader Mary Schieber of Caledonia performed at the Minneapolis Convention Center on June 6 as one of the 2026 winners of the annual piano contest sponsored by the Minnesota Music Teachers Association (MMTA). The 11-year-old was among the nearly 600 students who performed in the concert that consisted of students playing four-hand music in groups of up to 28 at a … [Read more...]
Lizzie Hershberger Receives Gratitude Award
Diann Darnall, president of Women Who Dared, with Lizzie Hershberger, Gratitude Award recipient. The award was presented on June 23, 2026, at the Spring Grove Library. Individuals are nominated, then their story is researched by WWD staff. The Board discusses the information and votes on whether the individual meets this criteria. Women Who Dared is dedicated to … [Read more...]