Veterans Day, once known as Armistice Day, was first celebrated on November 11, 1919, the anniversary of the end of World War I. In 1928, the United States Congress passed a resolution for Armistice Day to be an annual observation, and by 1938, the day became a national holiday. Differing from Memorial Day in May, Armistice Day, which would be renamed Veterans Day in 1954 … [Read more...]
Partnerships will help Minnesota corn farmers become the most sustainable and environmentally responsible in the U.S.
Written by Zach Fore Part of the appeal of corn farming is the independence it offers. You are your own boss, using a combination of science, skill, gut feeling and a little bit of luck to grow a crop every year and (hopefully) turn a profit. But corn farmers can’t do it all on their own. Finding the right partners is key to helping corn farmers improve their own … [Read more...]
Sustainability programs part of MCGA’s goal of becoming most environmentally responsible farmers in U.S.
Written by John Mages As combines started rolling and harvest season 2016 began, the Minnesota Corn Growers Association (MCGA) unveiled an ambitious new plan to help Minnesota’s corn farmers become the most sustainable and environmentally responsible farmers in the United States. Yes, that’s a lofty goal. But as a farmer for the last 35 years, it’s a goal I’m confident … [Read more...]
Minnesota corn farmer testifies at pollinator and neonic hearing
A legislative hearing last week focused on Gov. Mark Dayton’s recent executive order on protecting pollinators, specifically a section of the order that requires farmers to prove that they face “imminent danger of significant crop loss” before they can make foliar applications of neonictinoids. MDA is also requesting regulatory authority of treated seeds. Brian Thalmann, a … [Read more...]
Author Donald Harstad to appear at Preston Public Library November 3
Author Donald Harstad brings his crime fiction to life at the Preston Public Library on Thursday, November 3. Harstad draws upon his experiences as a police dispatcher and Deputy Sheriff in Elkader, Iowa, to write his novels. Harstad’s first novel, Eleven Days, was nominated for an Anthony award as Best First Novel. In 2000, it was sold to Warner Brothers Theatrical Film … [Read more...]
Sheriff Tom Kaase completes 111th session of National Sheriffs’ Institute
AURORA, CO - Sheriff Tom Kaase of the Fillmore County Sheriff s Office completed participation in the 111th session of the National Sheriffs’ Institute (NSI) held in Aurora, Colo., September 19-23, 2016. The NSI is the only national executive development program designed for sheriffs. This no-cost program is co-sponsored by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) and the … [Read more...]
Minnesota ranked in top 10 for science and technology
ST. PAUL, MN – On October 25, 2016, Minnesota scored in the top 10 of all 50 states, on a national measure of science and technology across the country. The 2016 Technology and Science Index from the Milken Institute ranked Minnesota eighth in the United States, on the strength of Minnesota’s science and technology capabilities and overall ecosystems, with a focus on our … [Read more...]
Spring Valley hears Kingsland referendum plans
The Spring Valley City Council met in regular session on Monday, October 24, 2016. Members in attendance were Tony Archer, Todd Jones, Mayor Jim Struzyk, Jeff Vehrenkamp, and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. Bill Bires was absent. Kingsland Superintendent John McDonald attended the meeting, as did School Board Members Troy Asher and Ann Oeltjen, to inform the council about … [Read more...]
Rushford Trees, Trails, and Parks Commission gaining ground
The Monday, October 24 Rushford Council meeting was the shortest in recent memory, taking just over 20 minutes, start to finish. The agenda contained a visibly reduced consent agenda and just four items of council business. Council attendance was also reduced with Councilors Terri Benson and Vern Bunke, along with Mayor Chris Hallum present. City Clerk/Treasurer Kathy Zacher … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central introduces Action 100 program
Dean of Students Chris Mensink updated the Fillmore Central School board on the Action 100 Initiative at their regular board meeting on October 25. The program has been well received by the teachers, students, and parents, and great progress has been made implementing it. The new parking lot at the high school in Harmony is well under way and almost completed. The … [Read more...]