Rushford-Peterson Community Education offers many opportunities for early childhood aged children and their families. Our Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes are open to birth to 5-year-olds. Parents and children attend the themed classes together. Classes meet on Thursday evenings from 6-7:15 p.m. and Friday mornings from 8:15-9:30 a.m. Along with offering classes, … [Read more...]
Semcac Head Start is on the move!
We provide birth-to-age five learning opportunities at no cost to qualifying families. Semcac Head Start participates in the Parent Aware Child Care rating system for licensed providers, and consistently achieves the highest rating, a 4-Star High Quality Program rating. Early Head Start for Birth to 3-year-olds We offer a home-based option in Fillmore County to eligible … [Read more...]
We’re here to serve…
These have been difficult times for all of our families in Lanesboro. While our school systems are all on hold during the events surrounding the pandemic, we do continue to offer child care services for the children of our emergency services personnel. We are forever thankful for the important role these families play in helping to keep our communities safe. We are also … [Read more...]
Goal exceeded by 12 at Harmony blood drive
Thank you to all the donors who contributed to the success of the bloodmobile held in Harmony on March 31, 2020. Despite the circumstances involved with the COVID-19 pandemic, we exceeded our goal of 48 by collecting 60 units of blood. There were 59 donors presenting, with two first-time donors. In addition to exceeding our goal, the following milestones were reached by local … [Read more...]
Emergency ambulance services amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
The earliest way of summoning emergency services was by ringing a bell, either mounted atop the station or in the belfry of a local church. Now we expect the wail of an approaching ambulance siren whenever there is a medical emergency. For some the noise is startling, and for others it is the sound of safety – a reminder that there are professionals protecting the community. … [Read more...]
Trout Days celebration canceled
The Preston City Council met electronically April 6 via “Go to Meeting.” City staff recommended the Trout Days celebration scheduled for May 16 should be canceled for 2020. It would not be feasible to schedule it later in the summer. City Administrator Joe Hoffman recognized that it will affect businesses and organizations within the community. But, there really is no way … [Read more...]
County extends State of Emergency through May 5
The County Board met via Webex on April 7. The Fillmore County State of Emergency due to COVID-19 was extended to May 5. The county will continue to provide essential services while limiting public access to county facilities. During this time employees will work from home to the extent possible. The health and safety of county staff and residents is a priority. The county … [Read more...]
Mabel waives utility late fees
The Mabel City Council had previously voted to waive utility late fees throughout the month of March, since the council recognizes that many citizens are facing tough financial times due to the various restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic. At the council’s meeting on April 8, the council voted to also waive such late fees in April. This and other … [Read more...]
Peterson closes off several city sites until June 1
In lieu of Governor Tim Walz’s Shelter in Place extension to May 4, the City of Peterson made arrangements for annual city events, as well as the use of city sites at the April 8 meeting. While City Hall remains open, the April 8 council meeting was notably different. City Clerk Chris Grindland and Mayor Tim Hallum were present at city hall, while Councilor Loren Rue joined … [Read more...]
Canton City Council continues COVID-19 pandemic policies and practices
Due to COVID-19, the regular April 8, 2020, Canton City Council meeting was held in the Canton Town Hall to comply with social distancing requirements. COVID-19 response – stay at home extended to May 4. City Operations – no public access to all city facilities; park will remain open; notification that area is not a sanitized environment placed. Staff health and safety … [Read more...]