1. Tell us about yourself. I am a 63-year-old lifelong resident of the City of Rushford. I an finishing up my first four-year term on the Rushford City Council. I am a member of the Rushford Lions Club and serve on the board with that organization. I also serve on the Rushford Community Foundation board and the Rushford Library Board. I have previously served for 12 years on … [Read more...]
Meet the Candidates: Rick Lowrey Chatfield School Board
1. Tell us about yourself. I’ve been married to my wife Lorri for nearly 22 years. We moved to Chatfield 15 years ago from Colorado in search of a small-town environment and a better education system to raise our children in. I am a father of three children: Jason (20), Maggie (19), and Aaron (17). I am a heavy-equipment operator by trade of the Local 49. 2. Why are you … [Read more...]
Meet the Candidates: Terri Benson Mayor, City of Rushford
1. Tell us about yourself. Being raised on a SE MN farm taught me to be kind, caring, responsible and giving. I carry those attributes by participating in communities I’ve lived in – the farm, college, metro cities and now, Rushford. My bachelor of science degree provided a doorway to my business career, which exposed me to a variety of communities and businesses which … [Read more...]
Spring Valley sets hearing on junk violation
Immediately prior to Spring Valley’s city council meeting on October 14, a public hearing was held regarding a proposal for the city to vacate a portion of Griswold Street. The portion is described as “that part of Griswold Street which runs east of the intersection of Griswold Street and Highway 16.” No citizens commented during the public hearing, so it was then closed. … [Read more...]
DEED awards $3.6 million from Job Creation Fund Funding will assist five Minnesota communities create more than 400 new jobs
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) today announced $3.6 million in awards from the Job Creation Fund for business expansions in five Minnesota communities. The awards are expected to generate more than 400 jobs over the next three years. Awards were made to Blattner Energy in Avon, Fox Valley Metrology in Stacy, Puris Proteins in Lac … [Read more...]
DEED Awards $2.7 Million in Business Development Grants Funds will provide business assistance to targeted populations
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) today awarded two-year grants totaling $2.7 million to 13 nonprofit groups that provide services and technical assistance to emerging businesses and entrepreneurs in Minnesota. The Business Development Competitive Grant Program, which was approved during the 2019 legislative session, provides funding to … [Read more...]
Lanesboro school continues to prepare for upcoming facilities project
At the October 14 Lanesboro School Board meeting, the Finance, Facilities, and Long-Range Planning Committee reported that the substantial completion date for the facilities project was moved from the beginning of September 2020 to the last day of that month instead. The hope is that the extended timeline will bring prices down and be more flexible for the contractors. Bids … [Read more...]
Using diet and exercise to prevent breast cancer
When it comes to breast cancer risk, some things are beyond a person’s control. Women might not be able to do much in regard to their genetic makeup and family history, each of which can elevate their risk for breast cancer, but many risk factors are within women’s control. A healthy diet and routine exercise may help women reduce their risk of developing breast cancer, … [Read more...]
Talking breast cancer awareness with U of M
MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL — October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be 4,740 new cases of breast cancer in Minnesota in 2019. Douglas Yee with the University of Minnesota answers questions on the symptoms, treatment and screening for breast cancer. Q: What is breast cancer? Dr. Yee: Breast cancer arises from the … [Read more...]
Homespun Harmony is now hosting a Knitted Knockers group!
Knitted Knockers are special handmade breast prosthesis for women who have undergone mastectomies or other procedures to the breast. Traditional breast prosthetics are usually expensive, heavy, sweaty and uncomfortable. They typically require special bras or camisoles with pockets and can’t be work for weeks after surgery. Knitted Knockers on the other hand are soft, … [Read more...]