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Longtime mayor brought about a Lonsdale Renaissance
As the old railroad town of Lonsdale entered its second century, a new leader emerged with a vision of progress and prosperity. Mayor Tim Rud was sworn in 10 days into the city’s 101st year, and he had a long list of ambitious goals for the little town: bring a clinic into town, bring a school into town, build an assisted-living facility, restructure the city staff, explore the profitability of then-called Railway Liquors’ on-sale license, promote the city, attract business and more. ...
Northfield council approves changes to rules for downtown signage
The Northfield City Council has approved an ordinance updating its policy toward signage in the downtown historic district, as has been under consideration over the last several months by staff, the city’s Heritage Preservation Commission and the Planning Commission. Under the new ordinance passed unanimously by the council, wall and projecting signs must now include relief, meaning part of the sign has to stick out from the surface it's connected to. This can include: "(a) A raised or recessed border; (b) Raised or recessed lettering,...
Alderks selected for 2024 Wildlife Enhancement Award for Rice County
The Rice Soil and Water Conservation District has selected Larry Alderks of Dundas as the 2024 Wildlife Enhancement Award winner for Rice County. The Wildlife Enhancement Award recognizes individuals or organizations who do an exemplary job implementing conservation practices that benefit Rice County wildlife. Larry received the award at the Best of the Best Agricultural Award this past July during the Rice County Fair. In 2011, Larry began volunteering with...
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