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...]
MN Veterans Cemetery-Preston benefits from community support
PRESTON, MN. – As the veterans cemetery in Preston prepares for Memorial Day, the staff also acknowledge the benefits of a caring and generous community. “We are so fortunate to receive support from the community,” says Cemetery Administrator Robert Gross. “One example is an electric vehicle that improves access to visitors.” The six-passenger electric vehicle donated in … [Read more...]
John Sylling new Spring Grove utility director
Mayor Scott Solberg called the Tuesday, May 25 regular meeting of the Spring Grove City Council to order at 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 25, at the Spring Grove Communications meeting room. Members in attendance were Travis Torgerson, Trent Turner, Karen Folstad, and Chad Rohland. The council unanimously approved the consent agenda. Open forum The council was asked why the city … [Read more...]
Make tracks to Whalan Depot
The historical Whalan Depot in Whalan, Minn. is once again welcoming customers and travelers after decades of being closed up. Although the people that come to Whalan no longer come by rail, they do arrive by many other modes of transportation, and the Whalan Depot will give visitors and local residents another destination location. Kim Berekvam, who also opened Loubelle’s … [Read more...]
Minnesota Bound films in Preston area
Ron Schara and his black labrador retriever, Raven have been a staple on the Minnesota television airwaves since 1995. His show, Minnesota Bound, has showcased many of the favorite outdoor pastimes and destinations of the state, sharing them with its many fans. Recently, Ron’s daughter, Laura Schara, visited the Preston area to film an episode featuring fly fishing in the … [Read more...]
Houston School Board year end updates and decisions
Joe Ruskey of Dependable Solutions appeared before the board at the regular Houston School Board meeting May 20, 2021, to update them on the district’s technology. Ruskey told the board that they were trying to set a four- to five- year rotation for Chromebooks with about $33,000 spent this year and $48,000 to $50,000 in the following years. In addition, $5,000 will be spent on … [Read more...]
Spring Valley senior parade set for June 3
The Spring Valley city council held a regular council meeting on May 24. All members were present (Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, Greg Brooks, John Dols and Mayor Tony Archer). Also attending was City Clerk/Administrator Deb Zimmer. No visitors were on hand to address the council on any topics. Spring Valley’s annual “Senior Parade” was discussed. Troy Lange explained, … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central holds first concerts since December 2019
At the May 25 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, superintendent Heath Olstad updated the board on the spring concerts. Elementary music teacher Matthew Patterson has been holding concerts for each of the K-6 grades separately. High school choir teacher Sarah Holten and band teacher Duane Ledin also held smaller concerts by combining several grades instead of the whole high … [Read more...]
Chatfield councilors inspect new fire department brush truck
Councilors stepped outside during their May 24 Chatfield City Council meeting to inspect the fire department’s new brush truck. The purchase of the F-550 chassis was approved in November 2020 ($43,059) and the cost of the labor and installation of equipment ($86,008) was approved on December 14. The total cost of the unit which is equipped to fight brush fires was about … [Read more...]