Two Regional Spelling Bees were held on Monday, February 11, at the Wood Lake Meeting Center in Rochester. Seventy‐five (75) students participated in the two Regional Spelling Bees. Students from 36 districts throughout southeast Minnesota advanced to compete in the Regional competitions coordinated by the Southeast Service Cooperative. The top 12 spellers (six from each … [Read more...]
Radar speed sign for Hillside Drive
In an effort to control traffic speed on Hillside Dr., the Chatfield City Council approved the purchase of a solar radar sign at the council’s February 11 meeting. There have complaints and letters from the public concerning traffic speeds on this hill. Burkholder was directed by the Public Services committee to get some quotes. A quote from General Traffic Controls for a … [Read more...]
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar launches presidential campaign
MINNEAPOLIS, MN, February 10, 2019 – U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar launched her campaign for President today in a speech on the Mississippi River at Boom Island Park in Minneapolis, Minn. Klobuchar laid out an optimistic vision for the country, grounded in her deep Midwestern roots and lifetime of experiences as a daughter, a mom, a prosecutor, and a U.S. Senator. More than … [Read more...]
37th Annual Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign
Food insecurity means people do not have access to enough food for every person at all times to have an active, healthy life. This can affect people’s wellness and their ability to function at school or work. Food insecurity affects nearly 1 in 10 Minnesotans, 1 in 8 children, and the number of seniors facing food insecurity continues to increase. In 2018, Semcac food … [Read more...]
Mabel sets clean-up day
On February 13, the Mabel City Council held a regular city council meeting. Members in attendance included Gary Morken, City Clerk Karen Larson, Mayor Jim Westby, and Terry Torkelson. Kirsten Wyffels and Adam Wilder were absent. The council chose to set citywide clean-up day for Saturday, May 11, from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will run as in years past. Council members … [Read more...]
MN Farmers to Lead Farm Finances & Soil Health Workshop in Preston Feb. 15
PRESTON, Minn. -- A Land Stewardship Project (LSP) workshop called, "Cover Crops, No-Till & Grazing: Evaluating the Economics and First Steps to Improving Soil" will be held Friday, Feb. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the St. Columban Church in Preston (408 Preston St. NW). It will feature presentations by southwestern Minnesota farmers Grant and Dawn Breitkreutz, along … [Read more...]
Local Boy Scouts learn how Lanesboro government works
Seven members of Boy Scout Troop 67 were present at the February 4 Lanesboro City Council meeting to learn more about how local government works and what roles, rights, and responsibilities youth have in the community. Mayor Jason Resseman explained the role of the mayor and council members to the troop and encouraged them to take active roles in the community of Lanesboro and … [Read more...]
Kingsland Operating Levy mulled
The Kingsland School Board held a monthly “work session” meeting on February 4, with all members present (Board Chair Jackie Horsman, Kyle Rader, Maranda Emig, Natasha Howard, Tiffany Mundfrom, Leah Stier, student board member Zachary Queensland, and Superintendent James Hecimovich). As usual, no formal action is taken on most items during a work session meeting. Items will … [Read more...]
Preston considers 2019 street work
At the February 4 Preston City Council meeting, public works director Jim Bakken presented a list of possible street projects for 2019. The budget for street work this year is limited to about $326,000. Mill and overlay of Chatfield Ave. is at the top of the list to extend its life. Others listed included portions of Park Lane, Cottage Grove Ave., Washington St., and the fire … [Read more...]
Funding available for qualified invidiuals seeking to purchase or repair a home in rural areas
USDA Rural Development has funding availabile for very low- and low-income individuals and families seeking to purchase or repair a home in a rural area. USDA’s Direct Home Loan Program offers financing to qualified very low- and low-income applicants that are unable to qualify for traditional financing. No down payment is required, and the interest rate could be as low as 1% … [Read more...]