Habitat loss is one of the most important causes of species decline in the United States. More and more people are looking to restore parts of their property, or their entire property, back to a natural setting. This is great news for native plants, insects, birds, and other wildlife that rely on native habitats for survival. However, this can be an intimidating process for … [Read more...]
Brian Pogodzinsi, Houston County Engineer, reappointed to a four-year term
Commissioners Dewey Severson, Eric Johnson, Robert Burns, Teresa Walter, and Greg Myhre were all present via Zoom at the April 13 regular meeting of the Houston County Commission. The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. COVID-19 update For the first time, Houston County Public Health did not fill all the Moderna appointments last week. There was much interest in … [Read more...]
The University of Minnesota Extension Center for Family Development is offering FREE webinars April–June
The University of Minnesota Extension Center for Family Development is offering FREE webinars April-June around the topics of financial parenting and feeding your child. In addition, there are a few stand-alone webinars and a series of webinars being offered in Spanish. Check out these offerings – you can also google the name of the series to find it online: Financial … [Read more...]
Caledonia firefighters thanked for battling two fires on April 5
Twenty firefighters from the Caledonia Fire Department responded to two fires on April 5. One of the fires covered 40 acres, and firefighters battled the fire for eight hours. Adam Swann, Caledonia clerk/administrator, thanked firefighters Randall Ashbacher, Dylan Becker, Alexander Betz, Tom Esch, Zach Gengler, Jerry Holter, Kevin Jacobson, Jason Klug, Ben Logging, Emily … [Read more...]
Canton City Council revisits several issues during marathon meeting
The Canton City Council meeting was in session for over three hours on Wednesday night, April 14, with council members discussing several ongoing issues as well as addressing a few concerns from citizens. Clerk Brock Bergey presented the audit report as well as a slideshow on possible reconfigurations of the city hall to improve staff efficiency and work space. The council … [Read more...]
Mabel Summer Rec and swim bus are back
Mabel’s City Council met on April 14. Attending were Mayor James Westby, Adam Wilder, Kirsten Wyffels, and Cory Wilson. Also participating were City Clerk Karen Larson and Jeff Rein. The council discussed whether or not to hold a Summer Rec program this year. The council unanimously voted to offer a full slate of Summer Rec this summer, and to rehire Kati Bergey as … [Read more...]
Chatfield School Board selects new high school principal
At the April 14, 2021, Chatfield School Board meeting, these board members were present: Katie Priebe, Josh Thompson, Matt McMahon, Jill Harstad, and Tom Keefe, as well as Principals Shane McBroom and Randy Paulson, Superintendent Ed Harris, Trista O’Connor, business manager and Lorri Lowrey, administrative assistant. Board member Lanny Isensee was absent. Student senate … [Read more...]
City of Whalan hears emergency preparedness plans
After requesting information about disaster preparedness from Fillmore County Emergency Management and the Lanesboro Fire Department, the Whalan City Council received reports from representatives of both organizations during the April 12, 2021, council meeting. Present at the regularly scheduled Whalan City Council meeting were Mayor Marlys Tuftin, council members Tanya … [Read more...]
NACD announces 2020 photo, poster contest winners
The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD), in partnership with the NACD Auxiliary, announced the winners of the 2020 Photo Contest and 2020 Poster Contest during the 75th NACD Annual Meeting Inspirational Session. The photo contest, open to amateur photographers in both youth and adult divisions, consists of images reflecting the themes of “Agriculture and … [Read more...]
Online beef quality assurance and secure beef supply training scheduled
SLAYTON, MN, April 5, 2021 — University of Minnesota Extension, along with Minnesota Beef Council, will host several online Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) and Secure Beef Supply (SBS) training sessions starting in April through June. Producers only need to attend one of these free workshops to receive a three-year BQA certification, and they will also learn the steps needed to … [Read more...]