Fillmore County Journal

When Ellen Whalen took a workforce test about 25 years ago, her results showed a strong affinity for office work. “I thought it sounded kind of boring,” she commented. But for the past 12 years, she’s been doing just that at the Fillmore County Journal. “It’s been a great fit,” she said. “I’m very comfortable with it.” Ellen started out as a proofer and is now the assistant editor, working 30-40 hours a week. She wears many hats at the Journal, doing a little of everything including formatting, proofing, scheduling, customer service, and more. She enjoys the organization and variety in the job, and that it changes seasonally. One thing she likes about her job might surprise some people. “I … Read Story

Once again, Mitch Paulson has outdone himself in creating a Halloween display in his Bratsberg yard at the intersection of Hwy. 10 and Hwy. 43. This year’s theme is baling. One of his pumpkinhead men is picking up a bale. A lovely buxom red-haired woman drives an ox made of cornstalks, pulling a kicker baler. A young man stands atop the baler and plays catch with two other pumpkinhead people who are loading a wagon with the bales. If you happen to be out driving around looking at fall colors, don’t miss the latest creations at the Mitch Paulson residence! If you want to read more about Mitch and his previous creations, check out the Fillmore County Journal online article written in 2024 at … Read Story