“It’s sad that it had to close, but there’s not much you can do about it,” former St. Paul Lutheran Church (also known as Big Springs Lutheran) deacon David Kiehne remarked. The church’s last service was held on June 26, 2016 with a time of reminiscing and fellowship following the service. At the church’s final annual meeting earlier this year, the group began working … [Read more...]
Hats off to local school dance teams
It seems that everyone, including our young people, have such busy schedules and so many responsibilities to tackle each and every day. So when the members of the dance teams in our area schools put such dedication into their routines you know how much dance means to them. Melissa Delaney, coach of the Chatfield varsity dance team has 11 members on her team. Not only does … [Read more...]
Elton expands abstract and title company
On August 1, 2016, Jana Elton’s (Masters) business doubled in size as she purchased Town & Country Abstracting in Preston, Minn., and combined it with the business she already owned to create Fillmore-Houston County Abstract and Title LLC. Elton grew up in Canton, Minn., and graduated from Mabel-Canton school and worked in Fillmore County for many years, so she is not only … [Read more...]
Ostrander couple jailed after disturbing discovery
On November 17, 2016 a Fillmore County Probation Officer contacted Ostrander Police Chief Tom Mosher regarding one Ryan Robert Rechtzigel, 36, of Ostrander. Among the concerns were that for Rechtzigel’s five-year-old child, who hadn’t been seen at Rechtzigel’s wedding to Angela Lynn Stewart, 31, of Ostrander. Mosher made some calls. Acquiantances of the couple said they hadn’t … [Read more...]
Christmas at Lenora: Everyone invited and welcome!
Established in 1856 and the current building completed in 1865, the historic Lenora United Methodist Church in rural Fillmore County will be the place for beautiful and meaningful Christmas services in December. The old church, which is original to the period of the 1860s, will be decorated in the festive beauty of the Christmas season. Services will be held December 17 at 3 … [Read more...]
Spring Valley to join safety training group
The Spring Valley City Council met in regular session on Monday, November 28, 2016. Members in attendance were Tony Archer, Todd Jones, Mayor Jim Struzyk, and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. Jeff Vehrenkamp and Bill Bires were absent. No visitors had signed up to address the council. The council approved prior minutes and accounts payable, then discussed the audit proposal … [Read more...]
Rushford attempts to gain Safe Routes to School grant
The Monday, November 28 Rushford Council meeting was quick, but the council made headway of several standing items. These include a revised plan for a Safe Routes to School grant application. The city submitted an application in December of 2015, but was unsuccessful in securing funding. With construction of a new pre-K to grade 12 facility underway within the city, the … [Read more...]
Blood drive in Harmony collects 40 units
The blood drive held in Harmony on November 29, 2016, succeeded in collecting 40 units of blood. There were 48 donors that presented and one first-time participant. Congratulations to these two donors who reached the following milestones: Christy Bakken – 1 gallon and Geri Ehler – 4 gallons. The bloodmobile is sponsored by the Harmony American Legion Auxiliary, and many of … [Read more...]
Chatfield takes out water revenue note
The Chatfield City Council approved a loan agreement with the Bank of Zumbrota for a $425,000 General Obligation Water Revenue Note to finance the city’s water meter project, which includes the replacement of water meters and meter reading equipment and software. Councilor Ken Jacobson was absent. City Clerk Joel Young explained that the Minnesota Rural Water “Modified” … [Read more...]
Low interest rate single family housing loans available
FARIBAULT, MN – The USDA Rural Development Agency is currently accepting applications for loans available to low-income families to buy, build, rehabilitate or improve homes located in rural communities with a population of 20,000 or less. Faribault, Northfield and Owatonna are currently eligible areas as these communities are “grandfathered” into the program. The low-income … [Read more...]