Bretta Grabau, executive director, reviewed historical society activities during the last year. She also commented on plans for the coming year at the county board’s July 22 meeting. Grabau said it has been a great year for partnerships and improvements in the facilities. A meeting room is available for organizations to use. Tours have been conducted for various groups. Grants … [Read more...]
Rushford-Peterson Plans for Increasing Enrollment
Superintendent Ben Bernard presented enrollment data as usual at the Rushford-Peterson School Board meeting on July 21. Bernard shared that one or two families a week have been calling the school to enroll for next year. Commenting, “The data is inaccurate as of the last 72 hours,” Bernard reported that another family had just enrolled. One way the school has dealt with the … [Read more...]
Spring Grove Construction on Track as Board Prepares for Fall
At the July 21 meeting of the Spring Grove School Board of Directors, Director of Special Projects Rachel Udstuen addressed and dismissed rumors that the school’s construction project is behind schedule. While the project is not ahead of schedule, she confirmed that the district is still on track to take possession of the renovated building on August 18. This timeline gives … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central to Add Elementary Rock Climbing Wall
At the July 22 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Superintendent Heath Olstad noted that the Strength and Agility program is going well. He gave kudos to Coach Andrew Pederson for organizing and writing the program and to all of the coaches who volunteer their time to help run it. The fall sports information has been sent out. Maintenance has been working hard at both … [Read more...]
Houston County Commissioners Approve Special Use Vehicle Ordinance
The Houston County Board of Commissioners approved the county’s new Special Use Vehicle Ordinance during its regular meeting on July 22. Sheriff Brian Swedberg presented the ordinance, which was adopted following a roll call vote. The measure passed with only one dissenting vote from Commissioner Cindy Wright. Sheriff Brian Swedberg noted that both Winona and Fillmore … [Read more...]
Preston Historical Society Master Plan
Sheila Craig, president of the historical society, reviewed the Preston Historic Campus and Riverfront Master Plan at the city council’s July 21 meeting. The plan has been prepared by Widseth Planning and Engineering. It was developed with contributions from PHS, the city council, EDA, zoning, tourism, chamber of commerce, community foundation, and residents. Widseth … [Read more...]
Kingsland’s Roofing Project Stays on Schedule Despite Wet Summer
As for most, the summer months are a time for digging into projects. For the Kingsland School District roofing has been this year’s selected project. At the July 21 Kingsland School Board meeting, Superintendent Scott Klavetter shared the roofing project is right on track despite the soggy summer, with several areas nearly complete. “They’ve intentionally not done some of the … [Read more...]
Village Approves Final Plan
The Rushford Village approved its final Community Economic Development Associates’ comprehensive plan at the July 15 meeting. New CEDA consultant for the village, Jayme Longmire, also outlined options for the future of contracted work with the organization. She identified options at this time. First, the contract can be stopped at any time with 30 days’ notice. Secondly, the … [Read more...]
Ruen Family Recognized as Fillmore County 2025 U of M Farm Family
By Katie Drewitz University of Minnesota Extension The Ruen family of Lanesboro has been named Fillmore County’s “2025 Farm Family of the Year” by the University of Minnesota Extension. The Ruen family farm began in the early 1930s with Howard Ruen, who laid the foundation for what would become a multi-generational operation. When Howard’s son Donnie returned from … [Read more...]
Saddle Up for Success
When you think of county fairs, horses might not be the first thing that comes to mind, unless there’s a rodeo involved. But for many young people in Fillmore County, the 4-H Horse Project is the heart of the fair. Whether you’re a long-time fan of horses or just discovering this part of the fair, here’s why the Fillmore County 4-H Horse Project deserves your attention. What … [Read more...]