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Fillmore Central to bring back Cross Country By Jade Sexton jade@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Lanesboro American Legion members carry out a gun firing salute to pay tribute to America’s fallen heroes. Photo by Mitchell Walbridge
Lanesboro American Legion remembers American heroes By Mitchell WA lbridge mitchell@fillmorecountyjournal.com
On the morning of Memorial Day, communities, American Legion posts from around the country, and similar organizations commemorate the country’s military heroes who no longer with us. The community of Lanesboro, Minn., American Legion Post #40, the American Legion Sons, and the women of the Lanesboro Auxiliary did the same in its annual Memorial Day service held in the Lanesboro Community Center. In a program lead by Lanesboro Legion Commander Deane Benson, veterans and the public gathered for song, prayer, and remembrance of the fallen
service men and women. The Lanesboro High School Band began the program with the National Anthem while the flags were presented. The band also performed a piece titled “The Normandy Carol.” Three Lanesboro High School seniors, Kirsten Ruen, Megan Kiehne, and Michael Holst, were also present to give reflections on America from the experience of their senior class trip to Washington, D.C. This year’s guest speaker for the program was Lanesboro High School’s principal, Brett Clarke. Clarke is originally from South Dakota but now resides in Fountain, Minn. Although Clarke does not have a military background, he is familiar with
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what it is like to be part of a family where service to our country is not uncommon. Recently, at his 100th family reunion, Clarke discovered that he had numerous relatives in addition to his father who dedicated their service to the security and prosperity of the United States. In his speech, Clarke recognized that there is a difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day, but also explained that they are closely linked as, “The veterans and those closest to our nation’s heroes are those who make sure legacies live on.” See HEROES Page 3
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The last time Fillmore Central had students involved in Cross Country was 2008-2009. At that time, there was only one student participating. Recently, nine students expressed interest in starting the program again, which would be shared with Lanesboro Schools. Athletic Director Chris Mensink has spoken with Lanesboro, and they are willing to share the program again. The board approved a resolution to apply for a combined program. Board member Deb Ristau asked what the low number should be, if some students decide not to participate. It was agreed that five would be a good number of students. Ristau expressed concern that the students and their families should be made aware that the program will not be offered if there are less than five students signed up.
Personnel Changes Several resignations and hires were approved at the meeting. The resignation of Holly Kanengieter as Community Ed. Director was approved, with thanks for her seven years of service. Brady Grewe, high school health and physical education teacher resigned from his position. The high school English teacher resigned as newspaper advisor, and Vicki Nelson resigned as Junior Class Advisor. The termination of nontenured teachers Connie Lindstrom and Barbara Cihak was approved. Aaron Mensink was approved as Senior Class Advisor, with Deb Ristau as Assistant Senior Class Advisor. The position of Junior Class Advisor was taken by Jenelle Thorman. Gatlin Woellert and Taylor Case will be working as staff in See FILLMORE Page 8 Comment on this article at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
Final approval for county’s first industrial sand mine By K aren R eisner karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com
After a nearly year long moratorium, months of Sand Committee meetings, the contributions of a great deal of time and effort by area residents to influence the process and considerable county staff time, the first conditional use permit (CUP) for an industrial sand mine was unanimously approved at the county board’s May 28 meeting. The CUP application for the
Rein Quarry Expansion owned by John and Sandra Rein, Section 35 Holt Township, will allow the quarry to be increased to 50 acres, which is the maximum size allowed in the county’s zoning ordinance Section 736 that regulates industrial mining. Zoning Administrator Chris Graves reviewed the application process including the completion of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet, the board’s decision to not require a See COUNTY Page 9
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