Bluff Country Reader

09/18/2018 - 2:22pm
New initiative for conservation planning in Root River watershed
A new conservation planning initiative of the Root River Soil and Water Conservation District covers the entire Root River watershed with two priority areas — Torkelson Creek watershed in Fillmore County and Money Creek watershed in Houston and...
World’s top Ringo Starr tribute artist set for Lanesboro appearance
Harmony-opoly to hit local store shelves soon
Fillmore County candidates set for League of Women Voters forum
Boomer Backyard Cookoff to feature nine teams vying for $3,000 purse during Canton Day Off
Community’s newest business offers a large variety, competitive prices

Chatfield News


Members of the Fillmore County Eagles Special Olympics dance with Elvis tribute artist Brad Boice during a Special Olympics fundraiser. COURTESY OF BRAD BOICE
09/18/2018 - 2:27pm
Special Olympics fundraiser makes it possible for area athletes to shine
Ever meet an Eagle with an outlet? That’s something so, so Special. “It’s exciting, just giving them an outlet to exercise and play sports, and seeing their faces during competitions. It gives them more confidence and affirms that they can do it,”...
New initiative for conservation planning in Root River watershed
Commissioners approve haul route for Rein Sandpit despite concerns
Big Girl Stickers expands services in new downtown location
Commissioners approve haul route for Rein Sandpit despite concerns
Fountain City Council halts project for bulk tank wastewater treatment plant

News Leader


Members of the Fillmore County Eagles Special Olympics dance with Elvis tribute artist Brad Boice during a Special Olympics fundraiser. COURTESY OF BRAD BOICE
09/18/2018 - 2:27pm
Special Olympics fundraiser makes it possible for area athletes to shine
Ever meet an Eagle with an outlet? That’s something so, so Special. “It’s exciting, just giving them an outlet to exercise and play sports, and seeing their faces during competitions. It gives them more confidence and affirms that they can do it,”...
New initiative for conservation planning in Root River watershed
Commissioners approve haul route for Rein Sandpit despite concerns
World’s top Ringo Starr tribute artist set for Lanesboro appearance
Commissioners approve haul route for Rein Sandpit despite concerns
MPCA postpones decision on proposed feedlot in Fillmore County

Spring Grove Herald

09/19/2018 - 11:25am
Hot temperatures don’t phase marching band
Temperatures in the upper 80s that felt like near 90, didn’t deter the Spring Grove High School Band from putting on an excellent show as they marched the King Apple parade at Applefest in La Crescent on Sunday.  They placed second in Class C with...
St. Luke’s of Eitzen to re-dedicate its 100 year old church building
New initiative for conservation planning in Root River watershed
Girls top Burros, cannot conquer M-C again
New teachers start a new year
Redesign for school office, learning spaces making progress

Spring Valley Tribune


The First State Bank Minnesota staff at the Spring Valley branch gather in the lobby. In front, are Ann Keim, left, and Steve Hadoff. In back, from left, are Dawn Merkel, Juanita Gilbert, Renae Lange, Jan Hammon and Judy Shorter. AXEL GUMBEL/MOWER COUNTY INDEPENDENT
09/18/2018 - 3:15pm
Local bank celebrating 125 years of operation
First State Bank Minnesota’s looking spiffy at 125.  “Celebrating our 125th anniversary gives us an opportunity to thank our customers for their loyalty.  We will be celebrating with an appreciation dinner on Thursday, Sept. 20, at the Five Wynds...
Wykoff Fire Department receives grant for hoses, hydrant adaptors
Housing becomes hot topic for EDA
Several local businesses look to expand in industrial park
Wykoff firefighters to get new turnout gear
Fall scene decorates deli area at Sunshine Grocery

Tri-County Record


Members of the Fillmore County Eagles Special Olympics dance with Elvis tribute artist Brad Boice during a Special Olympics fundraiser. COURTESY OF BRAD BOICE
09/18/2018 - 2:27pm
Special Olympics fundraiser makes it possible for area athletes to shine
Ever meet an Eagle with an outlet? That’s something so, so Special. “It’s exciting, just giving them an outlet to exercise and play sports, and seeing their faces during competitions. It gives them more confidence and affirms that they can do it,”...
New initiative for conservation planning in Root River watershed
Commissioners approve haul route for Rein Sandpit despite concerns
World’s top Ringo Starr tribute artist set for Lanesboro appearance
Re-enacter provides entertaining Civil War history lesson in Rushford
CRV Council discusses lift station upgrade, water tower inspection

Sports


TOP LEFT: Sydnie Kampschroer hits over double block against Glenville-Emmons. TOP RIGHT: Addyson McHugh attacks at Glenville-Emmons where the eighth grader had a team-high eight kills. LOWER LEFT: Amelia Solum keeps the ball alive during 3-0 win versus Schaeffer Academy. LOWER RIGHT: Kailee Olerud scores with this two-handed attack at Glenville-Emmons. Photos by S. Lee Epps
09/20/2018 - 11:40am
Girls sweep SEC matches, take second tournament title
The Spring Grove girls repeated as champions of the Waukon Volleyball Tournament, winning all five matches in straight sets (10 sets) last Saturday. It was their fourth tourney title at Waukon (2010, 2013, 2017, 2018). It was also the second...
Spring Grove special teams, defense corrals Cougars
Boys still in search for first goal
Soccer girls tie CF/R after two losses
Knights fall to Southland in Homecoming game
Kingsland runners return to action at Byron

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