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Goodhue County: Job 1 - Fill two positions
May 15, 2019
The Goodhue County Board spent part of its meeting May 7 in Kenyon talking about filling two positions: Veterans Service director and District 1 commissioner.
The board meets once a year in Kenyon so political science students of former Commissioner Dan Rechtzigel may attend as part of the school...
People's Energy Coop grants go to area organizations
May 8, 2019
People’s Energy Cooperative Operation Round Up Trust Board provided $29,673 in grants this quarter to area organizations, including some in Zumbro Falls, Theilman, and Mazeppa:
• $3,000 – Zumbro Valley Food Shelf to help with food purchases (Zumbro Falls)
• $1,000 – Camp Victory for the...
Highway 61 repaving project begins
May 8, 2019
Work on a Highway 61 resurfacing project that stretches from Kellogg to north of Lake City commenced Monday, May 6, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT).
Rochester Sand and Gravel is the contractor on the $14.6 million project.
Between May 6 and Oct. 25, crews will...
Kennedy Drug sold, will become Sterling Pharmacy
May 8, 2019
It’s the beginning of a new era for Lake City’s sole retail pharmacy.
In a letter to patients, Kennedy Drug owner Mark Kennedy explained that Sterling Pharmacy will take ownership of his store at the corner of Lakeshore Drive and Marion Street on June 12.
“Our store has existed in some form in...
Lake City man killed on jobsite in Goodhue County
May 8, 2019
A Lake City truck driver died Sunday morning in rural Goodhue County.
“Joshua J. Leonard, 27, Lake City, was operating a tractor/trailer for Ag Partners. Leonard was apparently operating the mechanical arm on the trailer when it came into contact with a power line. Leonard was pronounced dead at...
May 15 deadline for community funding requests in Lake City
May 8, 2019
The City of Lake City will be following a new process for funding community organizations as it develops its 2020 budget, according to a news release.
City staff will take requests for funding in 2020 until May 15, 2019, and will then forward the requests to the City Council for review and to...
Robinson out as Veterans service director in Goodhue County
May 8, 2019
Veterans Service Director Lyman “Robby” Robinson was placed on administrative leave April 23, one day after an undisclosed complaint was made against him. The Goodhue County Attorney’s Office confirmed that in a reply to a data practices request.
Robinson, who was seen being escorted out of the...
Goodhue County: Hearing set to fill Allen's board seat
May 1, 2019
Red Wing-area residents will have a chance to give input and offer their candidacy Monday night, May 13, on filling the Goodhue County Board seat left vacant by the death of District 1 Commissioner Ron Allen.
A public hearing will be 6 p.m. in the Government Center boardroom. Following the hearing...
Large crowd at Highway 61 open house
May 1, 2019
City officials estimated that about 100 people attended an open house April 25 on the upcoming Highway 61 reconstruction project that in 2020 will convert the highway’s four-lane portion in Lake City to three-lanes.
Lake City Planning and Community Development Director Megan Smith said in an email...
Wabasha County GOP to meet April 29
Apr 24, 2019
The Wabasha County Republicans will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, April 29, at 6:30 p.m. at BJ’s Bar and Grill at Whippoorwill in Theilman. People can order off the menu for supper.For more information people can contact Alice Atkinson at 507-753-2142.
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