Continuing its tradition of safety and flying excellence, the UND Flying Team has won top honors at the 2024 National Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON). Hosted this year by the city of Janesville, Wis., and the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport from May 13-18, UND’s Flying Team won a number of championships, including again winning the Judges Trophy … [Read more...]
Hoff Purchases Riley Funeral Homes
Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service recently acquired the former Riley Funeral Homes in both Lanesboro and Chatfield, bringing their number of locations to eight. The Lanesboro and Chatfield locations will now have the same services available as all of the other Hoff locations. Changes will include the use of more technology, more personalization and updates to the facilities to … [Read more...]
Amish Buggy and Vehicle Crash North of Canton
According to Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge, Fillmore County Dispatch received a 911 call of a vehicle vs Amish buggy crash at approximately 3:59 p.m. on June 20. The crash occurred on County Road 21 at the intersection with 130th Street. The buggy was occupied by four people; the driver of the pickup was the lone occupant. According to the investigation, the buggy was … [Read more...]
Caledonia Mayor Schroeder Not Seeking Re-election
Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder confirmed that he is not seeking re-election at the June 24, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting of the Caledonia City Council. As discussed in a prior council meeting, Councilmember Amanda Ninneman has confirmed her candidacy for re-election, while Councilmember Robert (Bob) Klug has yet to announce his decision regarding re-election. Mayor … [Read more...]
Chatfield Approves Motorized Golf Cart Ordinance
After considerable discussion during past city council meetings, Ordinance 471 was approved at the city council’s June 24 meeting. Councilor Dave Frank was absent. This ordinance regulates the use of motorized golf carts on public streets and public areas within the city. A permit is required for the operator; the issuance and use of a disabled permit is allowed in certain … [Read more...]
Harmony’s Fourth of July Celebration: What’s New This Year?
Organizers have been busy planning Harmony’s annual 4th of July celebration. The festivities run throughout the week from Wednesday, July 3, through Saturday, July 6. “I am looking forward to my first jam packed 4th of July here in Harmony! So many fun activities happening this year, but I am most excited for the fireworks!” exclaimed Harmony Chamber of Commerce Executive … [Read more...]
MnDOT Gathers Feedback on Caledonia Roundabout
MnDOT (Minnesota Department of Transportation) District 6 staff held a public meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2024, to share information on the proposed Hwy. 44/76/North Kingston St. roundabout and gather feedback from Caledonia community members. Approximately 40 interested residents and business owners attended the meeting at the Caledonia city auditorium. After a short … [Read more...]
Frac Sand Mine Proposed on Hwy. 30
Frac Sand Mining has once again been proposed in Fillmore County on the Roger Dabelstein property 13 miles west of Rushford on state highway 30. Twelve years ago, Minnesota Sands proposed a much larger project consisting of 11 mines. That project had been tabled since 2018 by the EQB (Environmental Quality Board) until this January. An EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) had … [Read more...]
Principal Sue Link Retires from Caledonia Public Schools
Caledonia Area Public School board members met Monday, June 17 at Caledonia Elementary School in room #162. Council member Mike Peterson called the meeting to order at 6 p.m., led with the Pledge of Allegiance, and conducted roll call. Council members present included Derek Adamson, Tim Gunn, Leigh King, Melissa Marschall, Daniel Small and Spencer Yohe. School district … [Read more...]
First Kayak Winner of the Summer
Katie Semling, of Fountain City, Wis., alongside her son Barett, stood next to their brand new kayak that Katie won in a recent contest. On May 31, 2024, Visit Bluff Country Magazine conducted the first prize giveaway drawing of the summer, which was a brand new kayak. As the magazine celebrates 39 years as the premier tourism publication of Historic Bluff Country (a.k.a. The … [Read more...]