The Ostrander City Council held a regular meeting on October 1, with all members present (Stephanie Start, Dan Hellerud, DJ Start, Mayor Pam Kunert, Vernon Thompson, and City Clerk Wendy Brincks). No citizens had signed up to address the council. Mayor Kunert read aloud a letter from Dustin Johnson, explaining that he and his family will be moving out of the fire … [Read more...]
Mabel Area Food Shelf seeks volunteers
The Mabel Area Food Shelf is looking for volunteers. There are volunteer opportunities for youth groups, or anyone over 18. Some of the duties that volunteers would have the opportunity to help with include stocking shelves, light cleaning, organizing of outerwear, making up school or family bags, or assisting when the food shelf is open. Due to confidentiality, volunteers … [Read more...]
Rushford Village considers road issues
A number of items pertaining to roads and zoning were up for discussion at the Tuesday, October 1 Rushford Village meeting. While no formal decision was made at this time, a decision will need to made on most relatively soon. Of particular interest was an item brought to the table by Mayor Gordon Johnson. The bridge crossing at Aspen Road has been noted by county inspections … [Read more...]
Lanesboro welcomes new EDA director
The Lanesboro Economic Development Authority (EDA) would like to welcome Rebecca Charles, of Community Economic Development Associates (CEDA), as the new EDA Director for the City of Lanesboro. Rebecca was selected by the EDA Board from a number of candidates to fill this position. This role is designed to guide the City’s economic development. In this role Miss. Charles … [Read more...]
Free radon and nitrate testing in Mabel
Fillmore County Public Health is providing a free radon and nitrate testing event at the Simple Living Farmer’s Market located at Hwy 44 on Saturday, October 12, 2019, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Radon gas can cause lung cancer and is in many homes. The only way to know if you have radon is to test your home with easy-to-use test kits. Fillmore County residents may also have … [Read more...]
Eagle Bluff to host annual Banquet on the Bluff October 12
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center in Lanesboro will host its 23rd annual fall banquet fundraiser, Banquet on the Bluff, on Saturday, October 12. The event raises funds that support Eagle Bluff’s year-round outdoor environmental education programming. Eagle Bluff serves more than 16,000 students, adults and families every year, providing outdoor-focused experiences that … [Read more...]
Fraud investigator annual report
Nathan Barker, Fraud Prevention Investigator for a five county region, updated the Fillmore County Board on dollars saved due to fraud prevention efforts, regarding public assistance programs. Commissioner Randy Dahl was absent. Barker is the fraud investigator for Fillmore, Goodhue, Houston, Wabasha, and Winona Counties. He noted 10 cases were referred to him from Fillmore … [Read more...]
Fountain weighs city engineer proposals, concert events
While initially indicating it was unlikely a decision would be made that night, the City of Fountain approved the hiring of engineering firm Widseth Smith Nolting at the Wednesday, October 2 meeting. Engineering firm WSB & Associates is currently working with the city, particularly on zoning projects, the comprehensive plan, and mapping. However, City Clerk Rhonda … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central Superintendent Richard Keith announces retirement
A resignation from Superintendent Richard Keith effective June 30, 2020, was approved at the September 24 Fillmore Central School Board meeting. “I want to thank Dick for everything he’s helped us with,” school board member Ross Kiehne said. “But it’s not over yet, you gotta help us until June,” he added, laughing. Principal Heath Olstad reported that the enrollment numbers … [Read more...]
Preston addresses housing issues and declining population
For the last 20 years, the population of Preston has been declining. In 2000, it stood at 1,429 residents, but it has been declining at the rate of approximately 100 people a decade. On September 20, a housing summit was held in Preston to discuss housing issues and future plans for the City of Preston. Tickets for the event were sold out, with 75 people attending as guests. … [Read more...]