Fr. Nicholas Gawarecki, pastor at St. Mary’s of Chatfield, St. Columban of Preston, and the Assumption Catholic Church in Canton, addressed the Fillmore County commissioners at their June 16 meeting. Commissioner Larry Hindt was absent. County Administrator Bobbie Hillery explained she has been communicating with Pasrtor Gawarecki about the county’s assessment policy; she said … [Read more...]
Cougar Pride Noted by Supt. Kuphal
The Mabel-Canton School Board thanked Superintendent Gary Kuphal for his nine years of service as his final board meeting as superintendent came to a close during the June 16 school board meeting. Prior to the meeting, board members were invited to go on a tour of the building to see the work completed so far. Chairman Chris Miller called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. in … [Read more...]
Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum and Park Celebrates 50 Years with Special Guest Alison Arngrim
Join the community of Burr Oak, Iowa, as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum and Park, June 26 through June 28. The museum, which opened its doors 50 years ago in June 1976, has spent the past five decades preserving the history of Laura Ingalls Wilder and her time in Burr Oak. This year’s anniversary celebration promises a fun weekend filled … [Read more...]
How Do You Handle Adversity?
By Pastor Paul Hauschild Chatfield and Root Prairie Lutheran Churches A daughter complained to her father about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up. She was tired of fighting and struggling. It seemed as one problem was solved, a new one arose. Her father, a chef, took her to the kitchen. He … [Read more...]
Spring Grove to Draft Assessment Policy
At the June 16 Spring Grove City Council meeting, Tim Hruska, WHKS, was on hand to discuss the watermain project plans and how adding an assessment policy would impact staff and project budgets. Councilor Morgan Buckland was absent. The approved agenda removed a closed session and added four items under New Business. Adding an assessment policy would establish a fair and … [Read more...]
Rushford-Peterson Board Approves Budgets
At their regular meeting June 15, the Rushford-Peterson School approved their revised 2025-2026 budget as well as their proposed 2026-2027 budget. Business Manager Toni Oian walked the board through the budgets, presenting them side-by-side for easy comparison. Total expenditure for debt services in 2026-2027 was projected at $2.6 million, down from $2.7 million in … [Read more...]
Spring Grove School Board Approves 2026-27 Budget
The Spring Grove School Board approved the proposed budget for 2026-27 during its regular meeting on Monday, June 15. The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. Board members in attendance included Ashley Olson, Myriah Klug, Kelly Rohland, Lisa Myhre, Rhan Flatin, and Stephanie Jaster. District Accountant Tanya Elton and Superintendent Gina Morken reviewed the budget with the … [Read more...]
CRV Tables Fee Schedule Ordinance
The City of Rushford Village held a public hearing regarding a proposed fee schedule ordinance prior to their regular June 16 meeting in order to get public input on the ordinance. While the council spent the time discussing the ordinance, there were no citizens present to speak. City Clerk Mary Miner reminded the council that they needed to find a way so there will be no … [Read more...]
Public Backs Rezoning Request; Houston County Board Denies Request
Houston County Commission Chairman Greg Myhre called the meeting to order at 9 a.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the June 2 regularly scheduled commission meeting and the June 9 workgroup session. Commissioners in attendance included: District 1-Cindy Wright, District 2-Eric Johnson, District 3-Kurt Zehnder, District … [Read more...]
Rushford Gears Up for 250
The June 8 Rushford Council meeting was brief, but several items of note were discussed. The city will ring in the nation’s 250th anniversary of adoption of the Declaration of Independence by kicking off events on July 3. Live music, historical speakers, historical movies, food, and vendors will be part of the celebrations. Donations are being sought to fund 250 American flags … [Read more...]