Complimentary root beer floats. The opportunity for some friendly competition through a game of horseshoes or volleyball. Various children’s activities. An overall sense of community. During the so-called “dog days of summer,” few, young and old alike, can sanely argue against anything promising quite so much and sure to deliver in terms of enjoyability. To cap it off, … [Read more...]
Noxious weed control policy in Fillmore County
In 2018, the Fillmore County Highway Department and Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) have been working together on making a no spray policy to reduce the costs of noxious weed spraying in the roadside ditches of Fillmore County highways. For landowners/renters who own land along a county highway(s) and want to get a “No Spray” request form please contact … [Read more...]
Harmony library to receive proceeds from their clothing donation bin
The clothing donation bin at the edge of the Harmony Community Center parking lot has already been filled and emptied once since being installed recently. The Harmony Public Library will be receiving $0.10 a pound for the donations from the company that owns and sets up the bins. Once full, each bin holds approximately 600 pounds of donations. “It’s not a lot, but every … [Read more...]
Fillmore County 4-H member chosen as Minnesota delegate
“I told myself not to get my hopes up,” 17-year-old Maddie Smith said about her April trip to the 4-H National Conference, “but I knew that I had a greater chance of making it if I applied than if I didn’t,” she laughed. The application process to be a delegate at the 4-H National Conference is rigorous and selective, but Maddie was up for the challenge. She has an aunt who … [Read more...]
Swimming pool construction contract awarded
After months and months of planning, discussion, and a referendum last fall, the Chatfield City Council approved a combined bid submitted by Benike Construction and Ricchio, Inc. for the construction of a new swimming pool during their July 9 meeting. The bid was approved with a 4:1 vote, councilor Mike Urban voted no. The combined bid is $4,279,243.93, which is the low bid. A … [Read more...]
Whalan receives donation from Stand Still Parade
During the July Whalan City Council meeting, Jane Lewis, representing the Whalan Stand Still Parade Committee, announced a donation to the City of Whalan in the amount of $1,763. Each year the Stand Still Parade Committee donates a portion of the proceeds from the Stand Still Parade to the city. The council members shared their appreciation to the committee. The regularly … [Read more...]
SWCD Forestry Field Day is July 25 in Rushford Why trees? Why prairie? Why goats?
On July 25, 2018, the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will be hosting a field day to explore how terrain, soils and aspect affect timber productivity, the types of plant communities found on a site, and identifying trees and plants that will thrive depending on the site conditions. The field day will be held at Magelssen Bluff Park in Rushford. The event … [Read more...]
Mabel sets mowing fee
By Rich Wicks The Mabel City Council met in regular session June 11, with all members in attendance (Liz Folstad, Gary Morken, Mayor James Westby, City Clerk Karen Larson, Terry Torkelson, and Kirsten Wyffels). Regarding the issue of grass not being mowed satisfactorily within the city, Larson said, “Fortunately, we haven’t had to deal with this before. Unfortunately, it … [Read more...]
Emergency blood shortage: Red Cross issues urgent call for blood donors Blood supply dwindles after donations lagged during Fourth of July holiday week
An emergency blood shortage is prompting the American Red Cross to issue an urgent call for eligible donors of all blood types – especially type O – to give now and help save lives. The Red Cross escalated its call for blood and platelet donors after a difficult Independence Day week for donations. More than 550 fewer blood drives were organized by businesses and other … [Read more...]
Niagara Cave listed as Minnesota’s “Bucket List Road Trip” destination by USA Today
A fascinating geological feature in Southeast Minnesota, Harmony’s own Niagara Cave was recently listed as Minnesota’s “Bucket List” destination in a compilation of one attraction per state. See the article at https://www.usatoday.com/topic/d796ee39-e3bc-4c61-99bc-26b9f57800ed/the-bucket-list-destinations/. Featuring a 60-foot waterfall, an underground river, and fossils … [Read more...]