The City of Peterson has debated the need for policing several times over the last six years, each time determining that there isn’t enough public demand or concern for it. At the June 9 council meeting, the issue was discussed once again with Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge in attendance. Within Fillmore County, only Rushford Village, Whalan, and Peterson have no city … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Arts announces retirement of Gallery Director Robbie Brokken
The Lanesboro Arts Board of Directors announces that long-time Gallery Director Robbie Brokken will be retiring from the organization at the end of June 2021. The Board and Leadership express much gratitude for her 17 years with the organization, during which the Gallery has grown into a thriving space for regional artists and their work. Since starting with Lanesboro Arts, … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central Schools participating in the free summer food service program
Fillmore Central Public Schools #2198 is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all Fillmore Central District children without charge and will meet the nutritional standards established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). From June 7 through August 13, 2021, Fillmore Central Schools will be serving a free sack breakfast and … [Read more...]
Fountain looking at service providers
At the June 2 Fountain Council meeting, Clerk Mary Tjepkes and Mayor Jim Schott noted the rapidly approaching end of the city contract with Frontier Communications. The contract, which provides phone, fax, and internet, is set to expire July 21. Tjepkes has frequently indicated several problems with the service and now the city is considering other options. Kyle Moorhead, of … [Read more...]
MnDOT to host “Let’s Talk Transportation!” virtual events June 10
Residents of Southeast Minnesota are invited to join Minnesota Department of Transportation planners online on June 10 to test their knowledge of the state transportation system and share their vision for its future. Two “Let’s Talk Transportation!” virtual events will be held Thursday, June 10: one from 12:00 to 1:00PM, and a second from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Topics will include … [Read more...]
June 14 is Flag Day
An important date to remember is Flag Day - which is always on June 14. Remember to display your American flag proudly that day (and every day)! Congress passed a joint resolution that encompassed what has come to be known as the U.S. Flag Code on June 22, 1942, (It was later amended on December 22, 1942.) There are some things that people should be aware of when being … [Read more...]
American Rescue Plan discussions begin in Houston County
Commissioners Dewey Severson, Eric Johnson, Robert Burns, Teresa Walter, and Greg Myhre were all present via Zoom on June 1, 2021, for the regular meeting of the Houston County Commission. Chairman Burns called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. The meeting adjourned at 9:53 a.m. Commissioner Johnson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioners approved the agenda and amended … [Read more...]
Ostrander to mull enforcement officer
The June 1 Ostrander City Council meeting found all members present: (Stephanie Start, Dan Hellerud, DJ Start, Vernon Thompson, Mayor Pam Kunert), along with Jeremy Runkle and City Clerk Wendy Brincks. The council heard from the city’s insurance provider agent (Ann Keim) who addressed the council about whether or not the city wishes to waive the torte limit. This determines … [Read more...]
2020 medical examiner services
Dr. R. Ross Reichard, M.D. reviewed statistics related to 2020 Fillmore County medical examination services at the Fillmore County Board’s June 1 meeting. The Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner’s Office provides services for eight counties, including Fillmore. The number of deaths reported to the medical examiner in Fillmore County were 134. Sixty-eight percent of … [Read more...]
Rushford Village refinances under suggestion of planner
It’s been several years since Rushford Village has had financial planner Mike Bubany, of David Drown Associates, at a meeting. Typically, he’s brought on board to discuss cost impacts for project planning. This time, it was Bubany who approached the city with a cost savings proposal. “We’ve got a possibility of refinancing debt for the sole purpose of lowering payments. We can … [Read more...]