As it is September, municipalities in the county are all tightening down their proposed budgets and setting their maximum levies. At the Rushford Council meeting, Monday, September 11, the case was no different, as the council reviewed the proposed changes. Prior to budget and levy talk, the council voted to approve labor contract agreements. The agreements were recently … [Read more...]
Rushford opts for bluff road reconstruct
The City of Rushford, upon review of engineering estimates, has opted not to look further into the buyout of two bluff properties within the city limits. Purchase of the two homes, located on Lamplighter Lane, was discussed at the earlier August meeting as the city grappled with how to address the failing roadway. The homes sit perched on the east Rushford bluff, part of a … [Read more...]
Virgil Tweten
Virgil Romaine Tweten, 86 of Rushford, died Thursday, August 31, 2017, at his home. Virgil was born September 8, 1930, in Caledonia, to Rueben and Lillian (Reilly) Tweten and was raised in Yucatan. He served his country honorably in the United States Army from 1952-1954. On October 8, 1955, Virgil married Lorraine Eggert. They made their home in Hart and spent their lives … [Read more...]
Rushford EDA looks to cut deficit
The Rushford Economic Development Authority has been a productive force within the City of Rushford, as a source and manager of flood recovery loans and a catalyst for increased economic stability and growth. However, unknown variables throughout each annual cycle make budget predictions challenging. To avoid dipping into further reserve funds, while facing a $31,000 deficit, … [Read more...]
Jerry N. Ehlenfeldt
Jerry N. Ehlenfeldt, 55, of rural Lewiston, Minn., died on Friday, August 25, 2017, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, Wis. Jerry was born on October 3, 1961, in Winona, Minn., to Vernon and Betty (Barber) Ehlenfeldt. He was raised in rural St. Charles, Minn., and at the age of 15 lived with his grandparents in Iowa for a couple of years. Jerry then moved to Winona, … [Read more...]
Ten years later, Rushford steadfast in gratitude
The night of Saturday, August 18, 2007, torrential rain began to fall in Fillmore, Winona, and Houston Counties. By the early hours of Sunday, the community of Rushford was flooded with water. The community of 1,800 was awakened by emergency sirens and emergency personnel going door to door. Emergency crews evacuated the city, leaving an infamous “X” on every structure … [Read more...]
Rushford EDA looks to cut deficit
The Rushford Economic Development Authority has been a productive force within the City of Rushford, as a source and manager of flood recovery loans and a catalyst for increased economic stability and growth. However, unknown variables throughout each annual cycle make budget predictions challenging. To avoid dipping into further reserve funds, while facing a $31,000 deficit, … [Read more...]
Lawsuit over for Rushford-Peterson Schools
The long-awaited decision on the fate of a lawsuit against the Rushford-Peterson School District is in. August 14, Fillmore County District Judge Matthew Opat handed down his findings in favor of the district. “It is a relief to have the ruling behind us and to be able to have this matter resolved. The district is looking forward to cooperating with the scope of the access … [Read more...]
Rushford Village citizens question road project
The headache that was the 2016 south Rushford Village road project continues to hamper city efforts to conclude the project. The $643,000 project has been discussed by the council at length, with the final pay application to McHugh Excavating approved earlier this month. At the Tuesday, August 15 Village council meeting, three citizens brought forth information and frustrations … [Read more...]
John F. Morken
John F. Morken, 62, of Winona, Minn., and formerly of Rushford, Minn., died on Monday, August 14, 2017, at Sauer Health Care in Winona, Minn., following a short and courageous battle with ALS. John was born on July 11, 1955, in Winona, Minn., to Alton F. and Marlys (Glende) Morken. He was raised in Rushford and was a 1973 graduate of Rushford High School. He worked at TRW … [Read more...]
Mary Arlith Woxland
Mary Arlith Woxland, age 74, of Rushford, Minn., passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, at home in Rushford. Mary was born on December 10, 1943, at St Marys Hospital in Rochester, to Arthur “Art” and Mildred (Gilbertson) Johnson. She was baptized in Rochester, confirmed at the Arendahl Lutheran Church and attended the Peterson school in Peterson. Mary was raised by her … [Read more...]
Rushford addresses hilltop subdivision problems
At the Monday, July 24 meeting, the Rushford City Council reviewed a preliminary analysis for possible acquisition of two residential properties on Lamplighter’s Lane. The steeply sloped road was initially designed in the late ‘70s to lead to a four-home subdivision overlooking the city on the bluff east of Rushford. Two homes were built at the site in 1976 and 1977. The road … [Read more...]
Clark W. Cords
Clark W. Cords, 71, of Rushford, Minn., died on Friday, June 30, 2017, at his home. Clark was born on April 15, 1946, in Wabasha, Minn., to Everett and Janice (Heise) Cords. He was raised in Rochester, Minn., and was a 1964 graduate of Rochester John Marshall High School. He attended Rochester Community College, Winona State University and Winona Vocational School, where he … [Read more...]
Rushford approves loan modification for GForce, Ink
Last March, the Rushford City Council unanimously approved a recommendation by the Economic Development Authority (EDA) to enter into an agreement with GForce, Ink. The agreement was drawn up with the intent of addressing notes and lines of credit due to the city. Details of that agreement included payment on Revolving Loan Funds, including accrued interest, no later than July … [Read more...]
Terrence A. “Terry” Fort
Terrence A. “Terry” Fort, 64, of Rochester, Minn., and formerly of Rushford, Minn., died on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, at Mayo Clinic St. Marys Campus in Rochester. Terry was born on May 17, 1953, in La Crosse, Wis., to Donald and Marilyn (Pittelko) Fort. He was raised in the Money Creek, Minn., area, and was a 1971 graduate of Rushford High School. He graduated with an … [Read more...]