The Houston School Board met for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 16, 2017, in the library of Houston Public High School. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham, Board Chair Stillin and Board members Bonner, Wilson, Carlson, Norlien, and Evenson. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved the evening’s agenda and approved a resolution to go … [Read more...]
Houston City Council talks Dollar General, cultural program grants and Owl Center
The Houston City Council met for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, November 13 in the council chambers of Houston City Hall. In attendance were City Administrator Peterson, Deputy Clerk Hegland, Mayor Olson and Council members Knutson, Krage and Schutte. The council opened a public hearing about a vacation planned for a portion of St. Paul Street next to the city … [Read more...]
Allan J. Dybvik
Allan J. Dybvik, age 77, of rural Decorah, Iowa, died Saturday, November 18, at the Winneshiek Medical Center in Decorah. Allan was born January 19, 1940, in Cresco, Iowa. He graduated from the Cresco High School and then served in the United States Air Force with the Military Police K-9 unit. After returning from the Air Force, he married Carol Rommes at St. John’s … [Read more...]
Houston School Board approves athletic co-op agreement
The Houston School Board met for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 2, 2017, in the library of Houston Public High School. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and Board members Norlien, Bonner, Stillin, Evenson and Carlson. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved the agenda for the meeting and opened the meeting to public comment. Gene … [Read more...]
Houston School Board selects new member; talks sports cooperation with Caledonia
The Houston School Board met for its regular meeting in the library of Houston Public High School at 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 18, 2017. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and Board members Norlien, Wilson, Stillin, Carlson, and Evenson. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board voted to approve the evening’s agenda and opened the meeting to public comment. Adam … [Read more...]
Houston City Council: annexation, Dollar General and a new hire
The Houston City Council met for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, at Houston City Hall. In attendance were City Administrator Peterson, Deputy Clerk Hegland, Mayor Olson and council members Krage, Sanden, Schutte and Knutson. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the council opened a public hearing regarding an annexation by ordinance. Administrator … [Read more...]
Houston School Board interview replacement candidates
The Houston School Board met for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 5, 2017, in the library of Houston Public High School. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and Board members Norlien, Carlson, Bonner, Wilson and Evenson. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved the agenda for the evening and opened the meeting to public comment, of which … [Read more...]
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Looking for Breast Cancer Awareness stories
To promote Breast Cancer Awareness, the Fillmore County Journal would like to publish stories of local people who have dealt with breast cancer and are willing to share their journey. If you know someone who currently has breast cancer or is in remission, please contact us by email us at news@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call 507-765-2151 by October 10. … [Read more...]
Houston Council approves preliminary budget and levy for 2018
The Houston City Council met at Houston City Hall for their regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 11, 2017. In attendance were City Administrator Peterson, Mayor Olson, and council members Knutson, Sanden, Krage, and Schutte. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the council opened the meeting to a period of public comment, of which there was none. Next, the council … [Read more...]


