Kenneth Gene Fischer, known to many as “Fish” or “Fishy,” passed away on June 16, 2025, at the age of 66, as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident involving a deer. Born on February 26, 1959, in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, to Edmund and Dolores (Schunk) Fischer, Kenny lived a life marked by unyielding determination, strong hands, and a heart always ready to … [Read more...] about Kenneth Gene Fischer
Genevieve “Jennie” Hiltner
Our beloved mother, sister and friend Jennie Hiltner, 99, passed away on June 30, 2025 with family at her side and the rising morning Sun glistening in the window. She lived in faith, loved family and shared a feast of life. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 3 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport with Rev. Daniel Walz officiating. … [Read more...] about Genevieve “Jennie” Hiltner
Mary Ann O. Butkowski
Mary Ann O. Butkowski, age 98 of Melrose, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Cura Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 3 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Mitchell Bechtold officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. The Mass will be … [Read more...] about Mary Ann O. Butkowski
Swanville City • May 6, 2025
Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. The meeting called to order 7:00 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Norm Carlson, Carter Loven, Jim Molitor, and Tony Maciej. Also present: Ryan Odden, Barrett & Amanda Richardson, Scott Drager, Brenda Schmidt, Paul Skogen, Dan Thieschafer, Lonny Hutchins, and … [Read more...] about Swanville City • May 6, 2025