The south Rushford street improvement project is still underway and is under the gun from the approaching weather. At the Tuesday, October 18 Rushford Village council meeting, two residents of the area were on hand to question whether or not problematic areas will be addressed and when. Mayor Gordon Johnson admitted he was not in a position to answer when project issues … [Read more...]
Houston superintendent praised for crisis managment
The Houston School Board had its regularly scheduled meeting on October 18, 2016. The meeting, which commenced at 6:02 p.m., saw in attendance Board Members Kelleher, Stilin, Evenson, Krage, Carlson, and Wilson along with School Superintendent Abraham. In the audience were several members of the elementary and high school staff, along with High School Principal Todd Lundberg. … [Read more...]
State adds 1,900 jobs in September
Unemployment rate steady at 4% ST. PAUL – Minnesota employers added 1,900 jobs in September, according to seasonally adjusted figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Those numbers, combined with figures from August that were revised from 1,500 jobs lost to 500 jobs gained, brought total job growth in Minnesota to … [Read more...]
Whalan Town Hall to get new roof
After a generous donation of $1,000 from Taste of the Trail, which will be added to city funds, the town hall in Whalan, Minn. will be receiving a new roof. Total cost of the project is $2,801.47. Minutes Minutes from the September 2016 meeting were read by City Clerk Lolly Melander. Motion by Johnson, second by Halvorson, to approve the minutes as read. Motion … [Read more...]
Preston V.F.W. Auxiliary news
Magdlin-Gilbertson Auxiliary to Veterans of Foreign Wars (V.F.W.) Post #6893 of Preston was visited on Tuesday, October 4, by Karen England from Lake City, Minn. She is currently serving as the Junior Vice President of the First District V.F.W. Auxiliary. Karen was present to perform the annual inspection of the auxiliary’s records; all were found to be in order. The joint … [Read more...]
Nightmare in Fountain benefits causes
The time is nearly ripe for the re-emergence of Fountain’s Nightmare on First Street: Field of Screams and Haunted Barn. For the sixth year, this spooky non-profit fundraiser is set to chill and thrill patrons. Funds raised this year will benefit the family of the late Jennifer Lee, whose nearly three year battle with leukemia ended last month, leaving behind her husband … [Read more...]
AcenTek donates to Veteran’s Memorial Park, Rushford
RUSHFORD - On Thursday, September 29 the AcenTek Foundation presented Veteran’s Memorial Park in Rushford with a $2,500 donation to be used for concrete expenses. The AcenTek Foundation is proud to support this important community project. The concept and design of Veteran’s Memorial park was inspired by Maynard LaFleur, who felt strongly that the Rushford area needed an … [Read more...]
Become a U of M Extension Master Gardener
Have you ever wondered who the Master Gardeners are? Well now is the perfect time to find out. We are currently taking applications for new Master Gardeners and our target date for applying is rapidly approaching. Please do not be scared of the label of Master Gardener. The Master Gardeners are all about learning. So you do not need to be a master of anything to be a part of … [Read more...]
Farmers Co-op Elevator in Houston earns impressive HACCP certification
In recent years, sweeping food safety reform has led to monumental changes in the food system, including how livestock feeds are manufactured. In 2011, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FMSA) was put into law. This mandated science-based preventative controls across the food supply chain for all food and feed facilities by the Food and Drug Administration. The biggest reform … [Read more...]
Preston clarifies position on Dairy and Farm property
At the October 17 city council meeting, a long discussion took place concerning the eventual purchase of the property at the former Dairy and Farm location. Councilman David Harrison was absent. Concerning the possible reuse of the Dairy and Farm property, the city has been waiting for more information about possible pollutants on the property. City administrator Joe Hoffman … [Read more...]