Stanley C. Bahr, 67, of Caledonia, Minn., died Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at his home, with his wife Linda by his side. A funeral mass will be said Monday, September 26 at 11 a.m., at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Caledonia, Minn., with Fr. Matt Wagner and Fr. Greg Leif officiating. Burial will be held in the Calvary Cemetery, Caledonia. Friends greeted the family on Sunday, … [Read more...]
Hot air balloons on display at the Caledonia Veterans Park this fall
At their September 12 council meeting, the Caledonia City Council unanimously approved the request to inflate and display three hot air balloons at the Veterans Park on October 22, from 5-8 p.m. In the past, hot-air balloons have flown from the high school but this fall balloons will not fly in the skies over Caledonia. City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson did not know why … [Read more...]
Caledonia approves ambulance purchase
At the August 22 regular Caledonia City Council meeting, the Council approved Ambulance Director Mike Tornstrom’ s request to move forward on the purchase of a new ambulance to replace Unit 257. Council members in attendance were Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder, Robert “Bob” Klug, Amanda Ninneman, and David Fitzpatrick. Brad Rykhus was absent. Others in attendance included … [Read more...]
Caledonia holds public hearing on 2023 Street and Utility Improvement project
The 2023 Street and Utility Improvement project plan was presented at the public hearing during the August 8 regular city council meeting. The public hearing allowed property owners and residents to share their opinions and ask questions of City Engineer Matthew Mohs and council members. Council members in attendance include Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder, Robert “Bob” Klug, … [Read more...]
Caledonia’s parks use ordinance approved
Caledonia city staff reviewed parks use ordinances from Minnesota cities as well as conducted a thorough review of the proposed ordinance by commissioners and the city’s attorney. Councilmembers approved the revised parks use ordinance at the July 25 regular city council meeting. Members in attendance included Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder, Robert “Bob” Klug, David … [Read more...]
Caledonia’s 2023 street and utility improvements project moves forward
Matthew E. Mohs with Bolton & Menk, Inc. updated the Caledonia City Council on the street and utility improvement project at the council’s regular meeting, July 11. Bids will go out mid-November with the contract to be awarded this winter. Construction will start spring 2023 with the majority of the work happening next fall. The project is scheduled to be completed the … [Read more...]
Wally Macomber
Wally Macomber, age 43, of Caledonia, died peacefully June 30, 2022, at Mayo Health Systems, La Crosse, Wis. Visitation will be from noon to 3 p.m., Saturday, July 9, 2022, at the United Methodist Church, 308 N. Kingston St., Caledonia. A Celebration of Life will follow at 3:30 at the church. McCormick Funeral Home is assisting the family and a full obituary can be see at … [Read more...]
Caledonia drafts city park ordinance
The Caledonia City Council met in regular session, Monday, June 27, from 6-6:37 p.m. at the city hall council chambers. Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder lead the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Other council members in attendance included Robert “Bob” Klug, Amanda Ninneman, and Brad Rykhus. David Fitzpatrick was not in attendance. Staff in attendance … [Read more...]
Darlene Gengler Rommes
Darlene Gengler Rommes, age 84, of Caledonia, died peacefully Sunday, June 26, 2022, at Gundersen Medical Center, La Crosse, Wis. She was born July 7, 1937, in Caledonia, to Erwin and Ruth (Schroeder) Diersen. Darlene started working as a nurse’s aid at Caledonia Hospital when she was 17. She married Ray Gengler on January 18, 1958. She was also a waitress and cook at … [Read more...]
Caledonia Council welcomes new city administrator
The Caledonia City Council met in regular session Monday, June 13, from 6-6:33 p.m. at city hall. Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members in attendance included Mayor (Tank) Schroeder, Robert “Bob” Klug, David Fitzpatrick, and Brad Rykhus. Council member Amanda Ninneman was absent. Mayor Schroeder opened the … [Read more...]