At the October 22 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, the first consideration of Ordinance 437, Critical Water Emergency Restriction, was approved. Councilor Paul Novotny was absent. The ordinance will regulate nonessential water usage upon the declaration of critical water deficiency. Such a declaration could be made during a severe drought. Mandatory restrictions upon … [Read more...]
County approves 2019 proposed highway construction projects
County Engineer Ron Gregg presented a list of proposed road and bridge projects for 2019 at the October 23 meeting of the county board. Projects using federal funding include the concrete overlay of CSAH 1 south of Spring Valley and a culvert project on CSAH 12 near Preston. State Aid projects include pavement reconditioning of a short section of CSAH 34 outside of Mabel, … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central School Board receives facilities updates
Superintendent Richard Keith updated the Fillmore Central School Board on the on-going facility projects during the October 23 board meeting. The wet weather has slowed down the work on the baseball field in Harmony, but progress is still being made. As it won’t be done before the spring season, Superintendent Keith asked and was granted permission by the Lanesboro school … [Read more...]
Mabel United Methodist Church announces raffle winners
The Mabel United Methodist Church had a very successful raffle in conjunction with their church bazaar on October 10. The church wishes to thank all the area businesses and individuals that donated to the raffle and all that supported the raffle by purchasing tickets. All 2,000 tickets were sold and below you will find a list of the winners. $100 Visa Gift Card from First … [Read more...]
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation awards $73,400 in grants
Eight organizations receive small town grants Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) recently approved eight grants totaling $73,400 to support small towns of 5,000 or less in SMIF’s 20-county region. The Small Town Grants Program seeks to build sustainable and vibrant communities by engaging community members, enhancing existing leadership and creating opportunities … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Turkey Day Run registration deadline is November 6
On Thursday, November 22, 2018, the Fillmore County Turkey Day Run will celebrate 10 years of gobblin’ on the gravy train. The 10.3-mile event takes runners, bikers, walkers, and dog-walkers along the scenic stretch of the Root River State Bike Trail from the starting point of Riverside on the Root in Lanesboro, Minn., all the way to Trailhead Inn & Suites in Preston, … [Read more...]
Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park to remain open during deer hunt on November 3 and 4
Special hunts will take place on November 3 and 4 at Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park and November 10 and 11 at Lake Louise State Park to prevent overpopulation of deer and protect resources. Both parks will remain open to all visitors, but the DNR advises wearing blaze orange if they visit while the hunt is in progress. Visitors should check for hunt-related information at … [Read more...]
Lanesboro school secretary retires after 35 years
At the October 15 Lanesboro school board meeting, the board approved the retirement of secretary Diane Peterson. Peterson has worked at the school for 35 years. “We want to thank her for her many years of service,” Board member Dave Lawstuen said. The rest of the board also expressed their gratitude for her dedication. Superintendent Matt Schultz noted that the Lanesboro … [Read more...]
Rushford-Peterson considers superintendent hiring process
Last month, the R-P School Board briefly discussed the process and timeline for the hiring of a new superintendent. Chuck Ehler, who has served as superintendent since July 2007, will not seek a new contract to renew his contract for the 2019-2020 school year. At the Monday, October 15 meeting, Ehler brought forth consideration of added services from the Minnesota School Board … [Read more...]
Nightmare in Fountain benefits causes
The time is nearly ripe for the re-emergence of Fountain’s Nightmare on First Street: Field of Screams and Haunted Barn, called by many “the best haunted event ever!” For the eighth year, this spooky non-profit fundraiser is set to chill and thrill patrons. Funds raised this year will benefit Good Earth Village, a non-profit leadership center, summer camp, and retreat … [Read more...]