Fillmore County Journal

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Fountain revisits idea of chicken ordinance

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The keeping of chickens, particularly laying hens only, within the city of Fountain is back at the forefront again after Councilor Colleen Fohrenbacher respectfully asked her fellow council members to consider it at the November 3 meeting. “I am not asking for a vote. I would just like to talk about it,” she noted. The suggestion first came up in May 2018 when resident Emily … [Read more...]

MiEnergy adds 9 MW of solar energy

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At a media event called “Here Comes the Sun!” held on October 25, a bright and suitably sunny day, MiEnergy announced it has entered into a power purchase agreement with OneEnergy Renewables to buy up to nine megawatts (MW) of solar energy generated by solar arrays located in Rushford Village, Fountain, Lanesboro, and Stockton. To put it into perspective, 9 MW will power … [Read more...]

Horror is back at Nightmare in Fountain!

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The time is nearly ripe for the re-emergence of Nightmare on First Street: Field of Screams & Haunted Barn in Fountain, called by many “The Best Haunted Event Ever!” After last year’s COVID hiatus, this scary and spooky non-profit fundraiser is back and set to chill and thrill patrons for its tenth year. Funds raised this year will benefit the Fillmore County History … [Read more...]

Fountain to join up with Sourcewell

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In a brisk meeting, on October 6, the Fountain Council reviewed a cooperative purchasing contract with Sourcewell. The company, located in Staples, Minn., assists municipalities and other non-profit organizations with obtaining insurance, equipment, and technology at competitive rates. Boasting more than 50,000 members, Sourcewell functions as a cooperative for contract … [Read more...]

Alois Anthony Spalla

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Alois Anthony Spalla, age 66, entered into eternal rest at his home on June 30, 2021, in rural Fountain, Minn.  A private service was held for the family with Fr. McGrath.  A celebration of life is being planned for August 8, 2021, at the Fountain Community Center from noon to 3 p.m. Al was born August 8, 1954, in Cresco, Iowa.  He was farming for as long as he could … [Read more...]

Mark James Hamann

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Mark James Hamann, age 67, peacefully passed away in his home on June 28, 2021, surrounded by family. Memorial service will be held on July 6, at 1:30 pm at the Fountain Lutheran Church. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service. Following the service, there will be fellowship in the church basement, preceding interment at the Chatfield Cemetery. Mark was born in … [Read more...]

Judy Ann Kujath

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Judy Ann Kujath, age 74, of Fountain, Minn., passed away peacefully June 23, 2021, in her home.  She was born November 15, 1946, in Rochester, Minn., to Francis Lyman and Lela Stevens of Fountain, Minn.  She graduated with the Preston-Fountain High School Class of 1964.  Judy lived in Fountain, where she babysat many children in town, worked for many local businesses, and met … [Read more...]

Fountain sticks with wastewater management contract for now

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The May 5 Fountain Council meeting was largely presentations from persons in attendance. Craig Britton, City Engineer from Widseth Smith Nolting & Associates, was in attendance to discuss the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) and ongoing investigation into a bypassed component. Seven months ago, it was discovered that a sand filtration component had been bypassed, however … [Read more...]

Fountain gets updates; hears citizen concerns

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In February, Fountain’s City Council received notice from Sara Sturgis, Executive Director at Fillmore County Historical Society, that the society was requesting the Historical Center also be designated as the Fountain Visitor’s Center. The center, which is housed in the former Fountain Elementary School, is operated by the society. While the center is within the city, it’s … [Read more...]