At their regular August 13 school board meeting, the board once again approved a contract with School Management Services to fill the school’s needs following the resignation of former Business Manager Garrett Stadsvold. Tanya Monson-Ek will take on the business manager duties and Steph Clark will deal with the payroll. Both are well experienced in their jobs; the work will be … [Read more...]
Wykoff Council Approves Zoning Changes, Tree Removal, and Prepares for Fall Projects
The Wykoff City Council gathered for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, August 11, at 7 p.m. Mayor Ryan Breckenridge called the meeting to order, joined by council members Jeffrey Hare, Barbara Fate, Jane Baker, and Missy Musel. City Administrator Becky Schmidt and Administrative Assistant Luann Hare were also in attendance. The council quickly approved the agenda and … [Read more...]
Rushford Receives Old School Complaints/Petition
While the August 11 Rushford Council agenda had no items of regular business, there was plenty to consider. During the appearance of interested persons, Attorney Mike Miller introduced himself and presented the city with a request and a petition from citizen clients regarding the former Rushford-Peterson School. The 2-acre site was vacated by the district in 2017 after the … [Read more...]
Harmony Council Appoints New Council Member
The Harmony City Council reviewed four letters of interest for the open council seat at their regular August 12 meeting. Mayor Steve Donney made a motion to appoint Keith McIntosh and the motion was approved unanimously. McIntosh was sworn in and took his seat on the council. The consent agenda was approved and included the minutes of the July 15 meeting, the claims and July … [Read more...]
Body of Missing La Crosse Woman Found Near Brownsville
The body of a missing La Crosse woman was located in the Mississippi River near Brownsville, Minn., on the morning of July 23, 2025. According to Houston County Sheriff Brian Swedberg, a fisherman spotted the body at approximately 10:28 a.m. and notified authorities. Houston County deputies responded to confirm the finding, but the recovery itself was handled by La Crosse … [Read more...]
Step Back in Time with the Toot & Whistle Boys at the Hesper-Mabel Steam Engine Days
Visitors flock from all over to Mabel, Minn., to take part in the annual Hesper-Mabel Steam Engine Days festivities. You won’t want to miss the oldest steam engine show in Minnesota, held September 4-7, with its origins in nearby Hesper, Iowa. The members of the Toot & Whistle Club Inc. – locally known as the Toot & Whistle Boys- invite everyone to step back in time … [Read more...]
Estelle’s Eatery & Bar – 10 Years of Unique Food in Harmony
Estelles’ Eatery & Bar is a chef-owned, chef-driven restaurant with unique food and homemade sauces. This concept is behind everything they do; it helps them adapt and give people a better experience, according to Matt Brown. “Food – it doesn’t matter who you are, what your religion is or who you voted for in the last election – you have to eat food; it puts everyone on … [Read more...]
Brownsville Gets New City Maps
Brownsville City Council members met Wednesday, August 6 at Brownsville Community Center. Mayor Jean Meyer called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. then City Clerk Steve Schuldt conducted role call. Council members present included Meyer, Pam Walhovd, Bill Fitzpatrick, and David Prestby. Councilor Barb Hurley was absent. City employees present were City Clerk Schuldt, Treasurer … [Read more...]
Lanesboro City Council Meetings Will Be Available Online
After extensive discussion at their August 4 meeting, the Lanesboro City Council decided to post recordings of their monthly council meetings online. According to Mayor Alicia Pearson, the League of Minnesota Citites recommended the posting of public meetings in a recent issue of its magazine, Minnesota Cities. Joe Cullen expressed his concern that posting all city meetings … [Read more...]
Celebrate Farming, Fun, and Community at Ag Days
Event organizer Stacey Rath invites Fillmore County Journal readers to join the Spring Valley community for Ag Days, happening August 11-17, as they celebrate Southeast Minnesota’s rich agricultural roots. “Ag Days is one of those celebrations that so many look forward to every year,” said Rath. “It’s a time when our community comes together for one sole purpose: to enjoy … [Read more...]