The new Lanesboro City Council consisting of Mayor Autumn Johnson and council members Jason Resseman, Tom Smith, and Bridget Harvey discussed the vacant council seat left by Johnson’s election to Mayor at their January 3 meeting. “We could advertise for interested people from the community,” suggested Smith. He made a motion to do so, which failed for lack of second. Mayor … [Read more...]
Wykoff news
By Donna Erdman In December, the St. Johns students, teachers and Marva Lee presented Christmas songs at the Spring Valley Care Center in the dining room area for all of the residents. Christmas ornaments made by the students were also hand delivered to the residents. The weather was ideal for the special event. James Bradley flew recently to visit his dad and sister in … [Read more...]
County Commissioners annual meeting
The first orders of business at the county board’s January 3 meeting were the election of officers and the oath of office for commissioners elected last November. County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman called the meeting to order. Randy Dahl was elected chairman and Mitch Lentz was elected vice-chairman. Newly elected Gary Peterson (third district) and reelected Mitch Lentz … [Read more...]
Traveling Smithsonian Exhibition Water/Ways exhibit in Lanesboro
LANESBORO, MN— Water is a vital part of the history, identity, and culture of Lanesboro. Lanesboro Arts, Commonweal Theatre, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, the Lanesboro Museum, and Friends of the Root River, in cooperation with the Minnesota Humanities Center, will celebrate this connection as it hosts Water/Ways, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian’s … [Read more...]
Newly protected shoreline on the Root River
ST. PAUL, MN –Birds, trout, school kids, paddlers. That’s just the start of the list of those that benefit from the Root River watershed. And now 86 acres of forest, wetlands and open water are protected forever by Root River landowners Monica and Geoff Griffin and the Minnesota Land Trust. “If I could choose a single spot for a conservation easement,” mused Program Manager … [Read more...]
Minnesota weekly fuel update and outlook
December 27 - Average retail gasoline prices in Minnesota have risen 5.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.21/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 2,856 gas outlets in Minnesota. This compares with the national average that has increased 2.7 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.28/g, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com. … [Read more...]
Preston discusses curbside snow removal
The Preston City Council met for the first time in 2017 on January 3. Newly elected council member Holly Zuck and reelected Mayor Kurt Reicks and councilman David Collett recited their oath of office before addressing the evening’s agenda. Public Works Director Jim Bakken lead a discussion on options for curbside snow removal. He noted that every year there are some … [Read more...]
Walk like a penguin to avoid wintertime slips and falls
Although a winter wonderland may be beautiful, we all know snow and ice can cause injury from slips and falls. In fact, the Injury Facts 2016 report released by the National Safety Council concludes that slips, trips, and falls are the leading cause of injury related deaths for adults 65 years and older. Kristen Heffern, ARNP, occupational health nurse practitioner at … [Read more...]
Considering an uncertain time in our history
By Yvonne Nyenhuis On January 20 we will enter a “brave new world.” There are those who will look to God for salvation and those who will look to President-elect Donald Trump to “save us.” When it comes to God, he created “man” with the ability to reason. He expects us to solve our own problems. This leaves us with a startling reality, Donald Trump residing in the Oval … [Read more...]
Red Cross helping a family of five following fire in Peterson
ROCHESTER, MN, December. 27, 2016 - American Red Cross volunteers are helping a family of five after a home fire on Digger Road in Peterson, Minn. Following devastating home fires, Red Cross volunteers connect with those affected and provide assistance for their immediate emergency needs, including emotional support and help with long-term recovery planning. Nationwide … [Read more...]