ST. PAUL, MN – Minnesota employers added 5,900 jobs in August, strong growth that defied a nearly-flat employment picture on the national level, according to new data from the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Minnesota’s growth equated to a 0.2% increase in jobs in August, compared to effectively flat employment for the United States as a whole. … [Read more...]
Caledonia Man Wins $100,000 in Powerball Drawing on September 6
ROSEVILLE, MN (September 9, 2025) — Minnesota Lottery player Michael won $100,000 on Saturday, September 6 with a Powerball® ticket with the Power Play® option that he purchased in Caledonia at the Kwik Trip located at 608 Esch Drive. His winning ticket matched four numbers (11, 44, 61, 62) plus the Powerball (17) and the Power Play® multiplier was 2. Michael shares his … [Read more...]
Lanesboro Golf Course Celebrates 100 Years
The beautiful Lanesboro Golf Course, in Lanesboro, Minn., has been providing entertainment, comradery and memories for area residents for 100 years, which is a great reason to celebrate. The golf course was the vision of a group of area residents, became a reality in 1925, and was incorporated in 1929. The Lanesboro Golf Course has the distinction of being the first golf … [Read more...]
Village Sets Preliminary Levy
After months of discussing the budget and tax levy for 2026, the Rushford Village Council approved the preliminary at $764,099 at their September 16 meeting. The amount was determined by taking into consideration the current disbursements for the year, estimated disbursements for September-December based on 2024 numbers, the current estimated budget shortfall of $65,455, and a … [Read more...]
Kingsland School Board Talks Construction and Numbers
Just weeks into the new school year, the Kingsland School Board met on September 15 to hear updates on projects and review the preliminary levy. “This summer we are almost done,” Superintendent Scott Klavetter said of the ongoing construction. “The actual roofing piece has been done for a couple of weeks already, as far as opening up and replacing roofs. What they have been … [Read more...]
R-P Board Returns Solar Grant
The Rushford-Peterson School Board decided unanimously to return the Solar for Schools Grant to the state during their September 15 regular meeting. In the second round of exploring the possibility of the addition of solar panels to the school roof, R-P had already been awarded the grant. The problem with installing solar panels was that the option of placing the panels on the … [Read more...]
SV Council Approves Preliminary Levy
On September 8, the Spring Valley City Council approved the preliminary property tax levy, which will be collectable in 2026 with the numbers set as such: the general operating budget at $790,672, the economic development authority (EDA) set at $83,237, parks at $191,387 and library at $177,000. The total preliminary levy is $2,010,746. It was noted while the levy can be … [Read more...]
Play Ball: Wykoff Fall Festival Hits It Out of the Park!
The Wykoff Fall Festival is stepping up to the plate this September 25-28, bringing a weekend of crowd-pleasing events, and all-ages of fun that’s sure to be a grand slam for the whole community. Festival organizers proudly boast that, “This year is bigger than ever!” This year’s annual classic is shaping up to be the biggest inning yet, as Wykoff celebrates the 150th … [Read more...]
St. Johns Lutheran School Celebrates 150 Years
St. Johns Lutheran School in Wykoff has traditionally taken part in Wykoff’s annual Fall Fest with a bake sale, but this year is extra special for the school as it is celebrating its 150th anniversary. St. Johns Lutheran Church was started in 1874 and just a year later, the school opened for its first students. The first and only parochial school in Fillmore County, it … [Read more...]
Investigators Say Harmony Woman Drained Father’s Account of $39,000
A Harmony woman is accused of draining her elderly father’s bank account of more than $39,000 while serving as his power of attorney. Debra Ann Hebrink, 68, faces five felony counts of financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult and one felony count of theft by swindle in Fillmore County District Court. Her first appearance is scheduled for October 14. The Fillmore … [Read more...]