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Zeke, the 1952 Pontiac

April 20, 2026 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

Sandy, Joe and Zeke pose together before Joe drove him back to Harmony. Photo submitted

In 1952 the week after Joe Stevens was born, his grandfather and great uncle, Freeman Wilson, both ordered Pontiac Chieftain cars. Joe’s grandpa’s car was dark green while his great uncle’s was light green with a dark green roof. Wilson’s car would eventually be known as Zeke.  Wilson was the only driver of the car until he passed in 1959; he only drove it to town. Then … [Read more...]

1986 Mustang GT 5.0, The Perfect Christmas Gift

April 20, 2026 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

From left to right: Jasmine Schuler, Danny Marks and his dad Matt Helgeson pose with the Mustang. Photo by Wanda Hanson

When Jasmine Schuler was trying to think of a Christmas gift last year for her hard-to-buy-for fiancé Danny Marks, she straight out asked him. The only thing he mentioned was that he wanted his dad’s old 1986 Mustang GT so he could drive it himself some day. Danny’s dad, Matt Helgeson, had been known around Rushford for his red Mustang.  At first Jasmine thought that would … [Read more...]

Caledonia Area Community Education Early Learning Programs

April 6, 2026 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Art time for our preschoolers! Photo submitted

Caledonia Area Community Education believes in nurturing the potential of every child through play, creativity, and care. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for children to grow, learn, and develop essential life skills, while giving parents peace of mind knowing their children are in good hands. Hand in Hand Preschool Program: … [Read more...]

Building Bright Futures at Fillmore Central

April 6, 2026 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Bouncing with our buddy. Photo submitted

Each year, communities across the country celebrate the Week of the Young Child, an opportunity to recognize the importance of early learning and the educators, families, and programs that support our youngest learners. The early years of a child’s life are filled with curiosity, discovery, and incredible growth. At Fillmore Central, our early childhood educators are honored … [Read more...]

Eagle Bluff Nature Preschool

April 6, 2026 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Family campfires at Eagle Bluff Nature Preschool build community and teach fire safety. Photo submitted

Eagle Bluff Nature Preschool gets the whole family outside! As a part of our preschool, families are invited to participate in outdoor, nature based activities year round.  In the fall, we start the year with a family campfire to celebrate Fire Safety Month! This event helps to build our school community and gives children and families a hands on experience with the visit of … [Read more...]

Where Learning Meets Adventure: Semcac Head Start Partners with Eagle Bluff to Inspire Young Children

April 6, 2026 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Storytime is even better outside. Photo submitted

Every morning at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center in Lanesboro, children in the Semcac Head Start partnership classroom step into a learning experience like no other. As sunlight filters through the trees and leaves crunch beneath small boots, preschoolers ages three to five begin their day connected to the natural world around them. This partnership blends Semcac Head … [Read more...]

Mabel–Canton Early Childhood Programs Have a Lot to Offer

April 6, 2026 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Hearts Across America board. We received over 60 letters and cards from 35 different states and Mexico. Photo submitted

Happy Week of the Young Child!  We are celebrating by hosting a movie at Spring Grove Cinema on Saturday, April 11 at 10:30 a.m.  Doors will open at 10 a.m. and concessions will be available for purchase.   Mabel–Canton Community Education offers many opportunities for our young children and their families. Our Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes and events are … [Read more...]

R-P Early Childhood Programs Where We Play to Learn and Learn to Play!

April 6, 2026 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Preschoolers making it snow after reading “The Snowy Day” by Ezra Jack Keats. Photo submitted

Rushford-Peterson offers many opportunities for early childhood aged children and their families. Our ECFE classes are open to birth to 5-year-olds. Parents and children attend themed classes together! Classes meet on Thursday evenings from 5-6:15 p.m. and Friday mornings from 8:15-9:30 a.m. Mrs. Heather Grigg also takes her ECFE on-the-go and shares her amazing activities at … [Read more...]

Learning in Lanesboro for All Ages

April 6, 2026 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Weekly ECFE separation classes give parents a break and kids a chance to play. Photo submitted

Lanesboro Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) offers two weekly programs for children (birth-age 5) and families/parents/guardians meeting weekly Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in the preschool classroom at Lanesboro Schools. Each class is 90 minutes long. Classes begin with a family circle-time led by child educators Karlee Spande and Hannah Terry. … [Read more...]

Pieces of Beauty

March 30, 2026 by Charlene Corson Selbee Leave a Comment

Rushford artist Nicole Burk with her favorite mosaic, Famous Monsters of Filmland: Mystery of the Wax Museum. Photo by Charlene Corson Selbee

Rushford artist Nicole Burk, owner of Sequential Glass Art Mosaic, brings flowers, insects, pets, and fantasy creatures to life in colorful stained glass, evoking the feel of a garden in bloom. Burk’s artist statement is the first thing you will see on her website sequentialglass.com. “Artists do not make beauty; they participate in beauty. They perceive the beauty inherent … [Read more...]

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