Grant will aid farmers in moving from grade B to grade A milk production The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is offering a new grant program to help Minnesota dairy producers move from Grade B status to Grade A status and help Grade A producers maintain their status. “Our dairy farmers have been struggling with low prices for years, and now they’re challenged with … [Read more...]
Preston approves purchase of veterans home site
At the March 18 Preston City Council meeting, the purchase of 16.6 acres from Robert Doherty was unanimously approved. The total cost for the property is $232,400. The city paid $15,000 against the purchase price months ago to extend the option. The remaining cost for the city is $217,400. This is about an acre and a half more than the city initially intended to purchase. The … [Read more...]
Kingsland approves 2019-2020 calendar
The Kingsland School Board held a regular meeting on March 18. Members present included Kyle Rader, Maranda Emig, Natasha Howard, Tiffany Mundfrom, Leah Stier, Superintendent James Hecimovich, and student representative Zachary Queensland. Board chair Jackie Horsman was absent, so Mundfrom chaired the meeting. Superintendent Hecimovich shared a summary of the proposed … [Read more...]
Local snowmobilers to the rescue
By Maddie Smith After closing the chapter on the snowiest February in southeastern Minnesota, it would be understandable to see plenty of activity among local snowmobiling clubs. Throughout the county, snowmobilers leave their mark along the highways and other trail routes. However, they have done more than that. They have brought others to safety. While snowmobiling may seem … [Read more...]
Celebrating outdoor recreation in Fillmore County
Many of us enjoy outdoor recreation. Fortunately for us, Fillmore County is blessed with the availability of a variety of outdoor recreational activities. A summit will be held on March 29 (8:30 a.m. to noon) at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center to recognize the economic value/impact realized by Fillmore County, local businesses, and groups involved in outdoor … [Read more...]
Jordan Fontenello announces candidacy for District 3 County Commissioner
My name is Jordan Fontenello, and I want to work for you as your next District 3 Fillmore County Commissioner. I have lived and worked in Southeastern Minnesota for most of my life, and have been a resident of Fillmore County for more than 20 years. Together with my wife Rebecca (daughter of Duane and Kathy Mensink), and our son Aeric, we live in Greenleafton, a small community … [Read more...]
Public meetings on invasive weeds along the Root River
Please come join us for two public meetings being held on April 4, 2019, to talk about invasive plant species – such as Japanese hops – along the Root River. The first meeting will be held from 3-5 p.m. at the Houston Community Center, 109 W Maple St, Houston, Minn. 55943 and the second meeting will be held from 6-8 PM at the MiEnergy building 31110 Cooperative Way, City of … [Read more...]
Wildlife in winter: It hasn’t been easy
As you know, it’s been a very harsh winter; one of the coldest and snowiest on record! It hasn’t been easy for us or for most of Minnesota’s wildlife. From deer to songbirds — it’s nothing less than amazing that anything has been able to survive. Unfortunately, some will perish. “We’re starting to get reports of wildlife mortality that is weather related,” said Jaime Edwards, … [Read more...]
LACF announces annual banquet with special guest speaker
The Lanesboro Area Community Foundation (LACF) announces its Annual Banquet including a special guest speaker. The LACF Annual Dinner is scheduled for Sunday, April 7, 2019, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Lanesboro Community Center. The LACF Board of Directors is proud to announce the guest speaker at the Annual Banquet will be Lanesboro native Dean Johnson. Dean Johnson has … [Read more...]
Bloodmobile coming to Harmony on April 2
Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. All donors will be required to provide identification before donating, so please remember your donor card or driver’s license. Right now, the Red Cross has less than a three-day supply of most blood types, and blood products are being distributed to hospitals faster … [Read more...]