Tiger Trail Lefse Chip Company opened its doors just five months ago on June 14, 2024, right before the Gammel Dag celebration. The store and its showcased offerings of both sweet and savory lefse chips were a huge hit with the hometown crowd returning for the festivities. Owners Terry and Lori Pelzl, their son Jordan and his wife Anna, and their daughter Jade and her … [Read more...]
A Family Legacy: Three Arrows Hunting Preserve
By Zech Sindt Nestled in the heart of southeastern Minnesota, Three Arrows Hunting Preserve is more than just a hunting destination; it’s a family legacy. Owned and operated by Ben and Diane Jacobsen, the preserve embodies a deep-rooted passion for upland bird hunting and Brittany Spaniels. Ben’s lifelong love for Brittany Spaniels began over 40 years ago when he got … [Read more...]
Archery on the Rise: Anthem Archery Fuels the Passion
By Zech Sindt We are currently in the middle of bowhunting season, and there’s no better place in Southern Minnesota or Northern Iowa to buy supplies or gain knowledge of archery, deer hunting and deer conservation than Anthem Archery at 1665 Prosperity Road in Decorah, Iowa. Anthem Archery is owned by local business owners Curt Headington and Chris Van Gerpen. The … [Read more...]
A Tribute to All Veterans
Dean R. Aarre Loren “Ordale” Aarre Daniel R. Aarsvold Scott Aarsvold Carl A. Aasum Brian Abell Lisa Abell Victor Abbott Kenneth W. Abraham Paul C. Abrahamson Leslie ‘Moe’ Adamo Aaron Adams John S. Adams Dave Adamson Gordon Addington Michael Adler Arthur Affeldt Brent Afseth Gustave Affeldt Lyle Affeldt Milo … [Read more...]
Civil War Heroes Remembered
Minnesota units fought with great valor, and it’s an honor to serve and recognize and remember them,” said Gary Carlberg of Col. William Colvill Camp 56 William Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW). On October 5, 2024, at 5 p.m., members of the SUVCW Camp 56 of Minnesota, along with representatives from the Fillmore County and Olmsted County Historical … [Read more...]
Clark Wiger and the Last Battle of Vietnam
Clark Wiger, a former Chatfield resident, was recognized for his “heroic achievement in connection with operations against the enemy” while involved in the last battle of Vietnam which took place on Koh Tang Island 50 years ago on May 15, 1975. Now he is busy getting prepared for the 50th reunion of the veterans of Koh Tang. The Koh Tang Veterans Organization meets in a … [Read more...]
Need a Trailer? Bluff Country Ag and Equipment’s Got it!
Just a year and a half ago, Creighton and Charles Horihan moved into their new building located along Highway 43 on the outskirts of Rushford. At that time, when asked if they had plans of adding any more businesses, Creighton had hinted at another one coming soon. Fast forward to today and that additional business has become a successful reality. Very visible from the … [Read more...]
Rotational Grazing: Pipeline to Water Quality, Soil Health
RUSHFORD - The rotational grazing system Carter Lee installed on 70 acres of Fillmore County blufftops is revitalizing pastureland, improving soil health and protecting the Root River, a designated trout stream. “That piece originally was in the CRP program (Conservation Reserve Program) and when it came out, we decided we would really like to put (the land) back into … [Read more...]
Anhydrous Safety Key Goal for Farmers This Fall
Many farmers and custom applicators will soon apply anhydrous ammonia (NH3) after harvest. Even with a rush against time and the weather, safety should never be compromised. Accidents involving NH3 have proven how dangerous and deadly the fertilizer can be when not handled properly. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) offers the following tips to farmers, … [Read more...]
What Consumers Can Do to Support Local Farmers
Farming has never been a vocation for individuals looking for easy work. Farmers typically work long hours, braving the elements regardless of how unpleasant the weather may be. All that hard work ensures individuals who live in rural, urban and suburban communities have constant, readily available access to healthy foods. Such devotion merits support, and thankfully there … [Read more...]