The Brownsville City Council meeting convened on April 2 to discuss several key city matters, including sewer costs, infrastructure projects, and community program updates. The meeting, led by Mayor Jean Meyer, began at 7 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center. Council members in attendance included: Pam Walhovd, Bill Fitzpatrick and David Prestby. Barb Hurley was absent. … [Read more...]
Ostrander City Council Backs Fiber Internet Expansion, Updates City Policies
The Ostrander City Council gathered for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, April 1, at 6:30 p.m. Mayor Stephanie Start called the meeting to order with all council members present, including DJ Start, Dan Hellerud, Jimmie Dean and Lyn Massey-Mills. City Clerk Wendy Brincks was also in attendance. A major topic of the evening centered around improving internet access … [Read more...]
Fountain Fact Finding on Land Parcel
At the April 2 meeting, the Fountain City Council received questions regarding February’s council discussion of potential development. The area in question is 2.69 acres west of Westside Lane, which is currently open green space and park. Kery Erickson, who resides at 118 Westside Lane, didn’t speak in direct opposition to developing the area. Instead, she made it known to … [Read more...]
Complaint and Reply Regarding Winneshiek County Sheriff Letter
A complaint was filed by Governor Reynold’s Office against Sheriff Dan Marx and Winneshiek County for an alleged violation of Iowa Code Chapter 27A regarding a statement from Sheriff Marx to the “People of Winneshiek County.” The Iowa Attorney General’s Office initiated its investigation of the complaint on February 7, 2025. On February 14, 2025, the Sheriff provided the … [Read more...]
Houston County Board Honors Longtime Employee
At its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 1, the Houston County Board of Commissioners (BOC) thanked Cindy Augedahl, administrative legal assistant, for her exceptional 46 years of dedicated service to Houston County residents. The board formally accepted her resignation and retirement, effective May 1, 2025. Chairman Eric Johnson called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. with … [Read more...]
Fugitive Captured in April 1 Pursuit through Multiple Counties
On April 2, 2025, the Houston County Sheriff’s Office received a call from the U.S. Marshalls advising of an active felony warrant for Tyler Pierce (39 years old) out of Iowa. Later that morning around 10 a.m., the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Deputies located Mr. Pierce driving a silver Honda Accord in the city of Spring Grove. While conducting a felony traffic stop, … [Read more...]
Drury’s 100 Years
Every building and every business has a history – a story to tell. And, this story started more than 100 years ago when founder, Reuben C. Drury, championed this venture in 1925. Reuben and his generations of successors have always known that it is about the people. It’s about the amazing and dedicated employees. It’s about exceeding customers’ expectations so they are … [Read more...]
Extended School Year Program Planned for Fillmore Central
At the March 25 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Superintendent Heath Olstad reported that the elementary school is in the middle of conducting the annual MCA testing. The 19 high school juniors who chose to take the ACT took it earlier that day. Parent teacher conferences were held on March 6 and the end of the 3rd quarter is on March 27. Congratulations were extended to … [Read more...]
Houston County Commissioners Approve Labor Agreements, Salt Purchase, Opioid Fund Expenditures
The Houston County Board of Commissioners (BOC) convened for their regular meeting on March 25, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. Chairman Eric Johnson led the meeting, beginning with the Pledge of Allegiance. The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous session on March 18. There were no public comments or items on the consent agenda. The commissioners … [Read more...]
Rushford Approves Police Cameras
After careful consideration, the Rushford Council unanimously approved implementing a Body Worn Camera Program for the Rushford Police Department officers. Rushford Police Chief Adam Eide was present at the March 24 meeting to answer any questions. Notice was published and posted encouraging interested persons to provide comments and/or attend the public hearing. According … [Read more...]