Gordon Everett Paulson, 86, of Rushford, Minn., died on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. Gordon was born on July 15, 1933, in rural Peterson, Minn., to Elvin and Emily (Gilbertson) Paulson. He was baptized and confirmed at Arendahl Lutheran Church in rural Peterson. Gordon was raised at North Prairie, attended Wralstad Country … [Read more...]
Robert “Bob” Boyum
Robert “Bob” Boyum, 80, of Rushford, Minn., died on Tuesday, January 7, 2020, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, Wis. Bob was born on April 13, 1939, in Rushford, Minn., to Rudolph and Christine (Gorder) Boyum. He was a 1957 graduate of Peterson High School. Bob served in the U.S. National Guard in 1962. He was united in marriage to Mary Overby on September 1, 1962, … [Read more...]
Peterson continues to hear vehicle compliance woes
The City of Peterson enacted an ordinance regulating public vehicle nuisances in January 2019 after months of extensive discussion and formally approving the ordinance in November 2018. Despite notification to citizens, the city continues to hear from residents regarding the fines. Per ordinance, inoperable vehicles unless properly licensed or registered. In regards to nuisance … [Read more...]
Free radon kits at Christmas in Peterson
Fillmore County Public Health is providing free radon testing kits at Peterson City Hall located at 118 Fillmore Street in Peterson, Minn., on Saturday, December 14, from 2-4 p.m. Radon is a colorless and odorless gas that comes from the soil. The gas can accumulate in the air we breathe. Radon gas decays into fine particles that are radioactive. When inhaled these fine … [Read more...]
Get your “Koselig” on!
Friends of Peterson invite you to join us for a day packed with holiday activities for all ages when we wish to share our version of “Koselig” – a Scandinavian word that means a holiday atmosphere rooted in hospitality and finding pleasure in the simplest of things. Delight in a casual day filled with shopping, music, delicious food, Santa visits, or warm your hands while … [Read more...]
Peterson approves partial forgiveness on vehicle fines for 2019
It’s been a year-long learning curve for Peterson and its nuisance vehicle ordinance. Initially passed in November 2018, the ordinance went into effect in January in an effort to give residents time to comply with standards. At the October meeting, the council voted in favor of 50% fine forgiveness for previous cited properties, following complaints, but that forgiveness … [Read more...]
Eugene Arnold Hanson
Eugene A. Hanson, 92, of Peterson passed away at Gunderson Lutheran Hospital, La Crosse, Wis., on Monday, November 11, 2019. He was born in Winona on October 27, 1927, to Oscar and Gena (Dale) Hanson. He graduated from Peterson High School in 1945, and enjoyed his entire life farming in the Peterson area. On June 28, 1952, he married Bernice Sande at the Arendahl Lutheran … [Read more...]
Bruce Blixt
Bruce Blixt, 71, passed away Monday evening, October 28, surrounded by his loving family and close friends. Born April 26, 1948, in Chicago, Ill., he was the son of Lawrence and Susan (McEwan) Blixt and a long-time resident of Peterson, Minn. Bruce graduated from Evanston Township High School in 1966. He went on to attend Winona State University in Winona, Minn., where he … [Read more...]
Peterson approves fine forgiveness option
The City of Peterson approved a vehicle ordinance in November 2018 after debating the issue for months. It went into effect January 1 after repeated notice to city residents. The goal of the ordinance was to reduce nuisance vehicles within city limits, specifically including those that are not operating and registered. The ordinance was reviewed by legal counsel to be concise … [Read more...]
Clenora A. Moran
Clenora A. Moran, 97, of Winona and formerly of Peterson, Minn., died on Friday, September 13, 2019, at the Sauer Memorial Home in Winona. Clenora was born on January 18, 1922, in Hattinger, N. Dak. to Carl and Adeline (Johnson) Hjelle. She was raised on the family farm in rural Peterson, Minn. On October 21, 1950, she was united in marriage to Clair Moran in Peterson. She … [Read more...]