Kathleen “Kathy” Carlon, age 76, of Brownsville, Minn., passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025, at Mayo Health Center in La Crosse, Wis., surrounded by her family. Kathy was born on April 12, 1949, in La Crosse, Wis., to John and Alice (Kastner) Giblin. She grew up on a farm near Caledonia, Minn., graduated from Caledonia High School, and later attended Beauty School … [Read more...]
Joseph “Joe” Blahnik
Joseph “Joe” Blahnik, age 82, of Brownsville, Minn., passed away peacefully in the presence of family at his home on May 18, 2025. Joe was born January 17, 1943, in Austin Minn. He was the third of 13 children born to Louis and Mary (Snyder) Blahnik. He graduated from Rose Creek High School in 1961. In his mid-20s Joe served for two years in the U.S. Army, where he was … [Read more...]
Gerald Arthur Dix
Gerald “Gerry” Arthur Dix, 82, passed away quietly at his home in Brownsville, Minn., on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Gerry was born on July 5, 1942, in Madison, Wis., to Clarence and Doloris (Ott) Dix. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Debbie Dix. Gerry is survived by his first wife, Nancy (Smith) Randle of Sarasota, Fla; his “current” wife … [Read more...]
Peering at the Past: Cussing Punishable by Fine or Confinement
Gambling, drunkenness, fighting, trespassing, larceny, selling diseased meat and adulterating food or liquor were all prohibited in Brownsville, Houston County. About everything was covered by an ordinance passed in May,1872, “For the Suppression of Vice and Immorality” to prevent and punish crime and benefit trade, commerce and health. A jail was authorized the same … [Read more...]
Brownsville to Continue Flying Current Minnesota State Flag
The Brownsville City Council unanimously approved to continue flying the current Minnesota State flag at the January 3, 2024, council meeting until further notified. Councilmember William (Bill) Fitzpatrick stated regarding the state’s decision to redesign the flag and the logo, “What a waste of time and money!” Mayor Jean Meyer summarized the proclamation included in the … [Read more...]
Brownsville Holds Fire District Meeting
Brownsville City Council members met Wednesday, November 1 at the Brownsville Community Center. Council members present included Mayor Jean Meyer, Pam Walhovd, Barb Hurley and Tim Klug. In addition, City Clerk Steve Schuldt, City Treasurer Jenna Knight and Maintenance Dean Twite attended. In a change of pace, a fire district meeting took place starting at 7 p.m. The fire … [Read more...]
Brownsville Fire District – What’s Fair?
The City of Brownsville, Minn., held a special public meeting September 26 to share information about the history of the fire service for Brownsville and parts of Brownsville and Crooked Creek Townships. Brandon Frank, training officer for the Brownsville Fire Department started off the meeting with a brief history of the fire service since 2014. The city recorded the meeting … [Read more...]
Brownsville City Council Approves Indoor Pickleball Court
Jeff LeJeune discussed with Brownsville’s City Council a their September 6 meeting the inclusion of an indoor pickleball court in the gymnasium at Brownsville Community Center. LeJeune stated a section of the gymnasium could be taped off. The area could fit three pickleball courts, but LeJeune stated only one court would be needed. A pickleball court is on average 44 feet … [Read more...]
Diane Shuda
It is with heartfelt gratitude to God for the gift of our sister, niece, cousin, godmother and Aunt Diane who returned to her heavenly Father, on August 21, 2023. Diane was born March 22, 1967, to Walter and Donna (Anderson) Shuda in La Crosse, Wis. Diane was an amazing lady who endured many struggles in her life, yet always had a smile or a joke for everyone. She loved her … [Read more...]
Brownsville City Council is keeping busy this summer
Brownsville’s City Council met Wednesday, July 5 at Brownsville Community Center from 7-9:22 p.m. Council members present included Mayor Jean Meyer, Pam Walhovd, Jacob Danielson and Tim Klug. Also in attendance were City Clerk Steve Schuldt, City Treasurer Jenna Knight, and from city maintenance, Dean Twite. Council member Barb Hurley was absent. The minutes from the June 7 … [Read more...]