The Spring Valley City Council held a regular council meeting on October 25. Members present included Mayor Tony Archer, Chris Danielson, and Greg Brooks. City Administrator/Clerk Deb Zimmer also participated. John Dols and Luan Ruesink were absent. The council heard a concern from citizen Lois Suckow, who stated, “Oh man, watching the big semis come barreling down Highway … [Read more...]
Stuart Smith
Stuart “Stu” Smith, 68, of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at Mayo Clinic- St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minn. Stuart Todd Smith was born August 5, 1953, to Lauren and Jeanne (Hanson) Smith. He graduated from Spring Valley High School in 1971. Following graduation, Stu worked for the Spring Valley Light Plant as a linesman from 1971-1980. From … [Read more...]
Kingsland ups pay for at-will employees
Kingsland School Board held a regular session meeting on October 18. Members participating included Jackie Horsman, Natasha Howard, Gwen Howard, Maranda Emig, Kyle Rader, Pamela Freet, as well as Superintendent James Hecimovich. Business Manager Amber Herbrand participated via remote technology, as did interim Activities Director Laurie Hendrickson. The board discussed a … [Read more...]
Philip A. Stoltenberg
Philip A. Stoltenberg, 93, of Spring Valley, Minn., took his last steps to his eternal home with God on Sunday, October 17, 2021, at Mayo Clinic- St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minn. Philip Arnold Stoltenberg was born June 5, 1928, to Fred and Myrtie (Lehman) Stoltenberg. On February 8, 1947, he was united in marriage to Laura Haack in Stewartville, Minn., where they lived … [Read more...]
Spring Valley orders removal of Sass garage
The Spring Valley City Council held a regular council meeting on October 11. Tony Archer was absent, so Luan Ruesink led the meeting. Immediately prior to the regular council meeting, a public hearing was held regarding the garage owned by Jeffrey Sass and Linda Sass, located at 610 Hillcrest. Mr. Sass addressed the council during the public hearing, asking, “I was just … [Read more...]
Kingsland welcomes new staff
Two new teachers have joined the staff at Kingsland School this year — Cierra Ulwelling, the new 3-4 & 4-5 preschool teacher and Ariana Caddell, the new fourth grade teacher. Cierra Ulwelling It was natural for Cierra Ulwelling to become a preschool teacher; she had worked in child care ever since she turned 16. She loves working with preschoolers and enjoys … [Read more...]
Jimmie Tim Heckerson
Jimmie Tim Heckerson, 72, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021, at Ostrander Care & Rehab Center in Ostrander, Minn. Jimmie was born to Burton and Harriet “Lil” (Beavers) Heckerson on August 23, 1949. Jimmie attended school in Spring Valley and graduated in 1968. He went to Austin Vo-Tech where he graduated in 1969. He worked odd jobs before he … [Read more...]
Kingsland sports issues discussed
Kingsland School Board held a work session meeting on October 4. Members participating included Jackie Horsman, Maranda Emig, Kyle Rader, Pamela Freet, as well as Superintendent James Hecimovich and Principal Scott Klavetter. Business Manager Amber Herbrand participated via remote technology. Natasha Howard and Gwen Howard were absent. In light of Mark Fitzpatrick’s … [Read more...]
Gerald “Deano” Mullenix
Gerald “Deano” Mullenix, 81, of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Thursday, September 23, 2021, at Ostrander Care & Rehab. Visitation will be held at Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley from 10:30-11:30 on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. Graveside service will follow at the Spring Valley Cemetery at 11:45, with Pastor Joe Haynes officiating. Gerald Dean Mullenix was born … [Read more...]
Evelyn Ida Mohlis
Evelyn Ida Mohlis, age 91, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away on September 20, 2021, at her home in Kasson, Minn., with her beloved Wil by her side. Funeral services for Evelyn will be 2 p.m., Monday, September 27, 2021, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, Minn., with Pastor Jolene Knudson officiating. A public visitation will be held one hour prior to the … [Read more...]