Tri-County Record

CVN doing good things for Rushford businesses

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 2:30pm

The mission statement of the Rushford Economic Development Authority says its goals are to “create jobs, enhance the tax base, improve housing conditions, and promote the general welfare of the people of the City of Rushford.” They meet those goals in several different ways, one of which is through membership in the Community Venture Network. The CVN was a main topic of conversation during the recent EDA meeting last Wednesday in City Hall.

What is CVN?

Rushford Women’s Club to host final Arts and Crafts Fair this weekend

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 2:29pm

Fans of homemade arts and crafts will have one last chance to find them at the popular  Rushford Women’s Club Annual Arts & Crafts Fair.

  Over 60 crafters have committed to the 38th annual event, to be held at the Rushford-Peterson Elementary/MS Gymnasium, this Saturday, October 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. As always, admission is free.

Scratching below the surface of the pavement

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 10:03am

I was with a group of people discussing the recent completion of Fillmore County Road 1, which is now concrete, after three years of construction. Once we went over the wider sightlines, smoother surface and milder curves, the conversation turned to a rather obscure question — whether concrete or asphalt provides the shortest stopping distance.

Reinsurance bill lowered health insurance premiums

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 10:01am

To the editor:

Re: Tom Trehus’ recent candidate profile (Oct. 10 issue):

Mr. Trehus’ portrayal of Rep. Davids reinsurance bill (House File 5) that became law as “a handout to insurance companies” was dishonest.

Gov. Dayton’s commerce commissioner said that without reinsurance there would be no individual health insurance market in Minnesota, because insurers were dropping out and premiums were skyrocketing — up to 67 percent at one point.  This crisis was the result of the DFL forcing Obamacare down our throats in Minnesota.

Feehan understands farm economy

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 10:00am

Dan Feehan understands the importance of a strong and growing farm economy. Farmers grow food crops and raise livestock, which we all need to live. Food is not a bargaining chip to be used in trade wars with other countries!

Local residents update commissioners on requested EIS for proposed hog operation

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:58am

Fillmore County’s board of commissioners handled a very brief agenda during the Tuesday, Oct. 9, meeting.

Citizens Bonnie Haugen of Canton Township and Michelle Hockersmith of Preble Township sat before the commissioners during the public input portion of the meeting to share information related to the proposed Catalpa, LLC, hog operation that may locate in Newburg Township.

Local law enforcement participating in National Drug Take Back Day Oct. 27

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:56am

The Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office and local police departments in the county will be participating in the National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This is a free service and is an easy way of disposing unwanted, expired medications and prescription drugs, said Sheriff Tom Kaase.

Economic development study provides tools communities need to compete for opportunities

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:55am

“There are a lot of development projects happening in southeast Minnesota. Of course everyone has heard of Destination Medical Center (DMC), which is the largest one, but there are many other projects across the region that will impact growth — the Center for the Arts in Chatfield, the new state bike trails in Harmony, a potential Olympic ski jump near Red Wing, manufacturers growing, et cetera…all of these things will bring opportunities and challenges that cities need to plan for,” stated Chris Giesen of Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA).

Prairie walk near Chatfield highlights seed saving techniques

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:51am

 Gray, gloomy sky. Needling raindrops falling in snow-like sheets. Biting October wind. The winter-like weather conditions, however, did not prevent Tim Gossman to speak only of spring.

Fillmore County sheriff candidates outline priorities

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:48am

Fillmore County residents will have two choices on the ballot Nov. 6 for sheriff.

Incumbent Tom Kaase, of rural Racine who was elected in 2014, faces John DeGeorge, of rural Rushford who serves as Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office captain.

The two candidates answered questions submitted by this newspaper. Their written answers follow each question.

Why are you running for office?