The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency “gives new meaning to no man left behind,” stated Patricia Farinacci, during a tribute to her uncle, Joseph M. Johnson, whose remains were escorted back home to Rushford, Minn., 76 years and 7 months after his death at Pearl Harbor. Joseph Morris Johnson (“Joe”) was born on February 4, 1919, to Helmer and Marie (Sande) Johnson in … [Read more...]
Rushford seeking changes at county, state levels
The Monday, July 9 Rushford Council meeting saw no official action on general business. However, two topics that affect the city and its residents were discussed at length. City Administrator Tony Chladek has taken a lead position, along with Krista Ross, of Southeastern Libraries Cooperating (SELCO), and Tara Johnson, Library Director for Lanesboro Public Library. The aim of … [Read more...]
SWCD Forestry Field Day is July 25 in Rushford Why trees? Why prairie? Why goats?
On July 25, 2018, the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will be hosting a field day to explore how terrain, soils and aspect affect timber productivity, the types of plant communities found on a site, and identifying trees and plants that will thrive depending on the site conditions. The field day will be held at Magelssen Bluff Park in Rushford. The event … [Read more...]
Glenn V. Highum
Glenn V. Highum, age 86, of New Richmond, Wis., passed away peacefully on June 20. He was born August 13, 1931, in Rushford, Minn., to George and Gertie Highum, the youngest of five sons. Glenn graduated from Luther College. He served in the U.S. Army at the end of the Korean War and was stationed in Germany. He married Theodora “Teddy” Adams on November 29, 1958. He is … [Read more...]
Rushford plans for community events
The Monday, June 25 Rushford Council meeting hit at a details for a number of community betterment projects and events. The city is continuing to partner with the Minnesota Department of Transportation through an agreement aimed at improving the landscape of the city, particularly downtown areas. Phase 1 and 2 are already complete and Phase 3 will be implemented this fall. It … [Read more...]
M. Richard Hall
M. Richard Hall, 67, of Vero Beach, Fla., formerly of Rushford, Minn., died on May 4, 2018, at his home in Vero Beach. Milton Richard Hall was born on April 25, 1951, in Rochester, Minn., to Milton T. and Bernice (Ulvestad) Hall. He was a 1969 graduate of Lanesboro High School, in Lanesboro, Minn. On November 5, 1976, he was united in marriage with Kristi Hatleli at Rushford … [Read more...]
Rushford preps for service for fallen WWII native
The brief Monday, June 11 Rushford Council meeting focused on just three agenda items. One notable update to the council was details of an upcoming ceremony honoring fallen soldier and Rushford native Joseph Morris Johnson. The navy seaman served on the USS Oklahoma and was killed in action at Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. Johnson was just 22 when he was killed. He was … [Read more...]
Rislove, Sheila
Sheila Jean Rislove, 90, of Rushford, passed away on Sunday June 3, 2018, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. Sheila was born October 1, 1927, to Meryl and Maybelle Buckingham in Plainview, Minn. She grew up in Plainview, and often talking about spending time on a family member’s farm, and in the Whitewater area valley. After high school Sheila continued her … [Read more...]
Rushford considers last minute limited option usage of revolving loan fund
The City of Rushford has been eyeing potential changes to its Revolving Loan Fund policy, looking to amend it to allow the city to use the funds. If used, the funds would be designated for a singular project related to economic development, namely an estimated 100-acre property on the west side of Rushford, along Highway 30. City Administrator Tony Chladek noted the policy … [Read more...]
Wendell Nordby
Wendell J. Nordby, 92, of Rushford, Minn., died on Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. Wendell James Nordby was born February 3, 1926, in Spring Valley, Minn., to Hans and Henrietta (Hatlestad) Nordby. He was raised in the Leroy/Ostrander, Minn., area. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII as a Seaman First Class. On May 7, 1950, he was … [Read more...]