Caledonia Argus

11/12/2024

A Minnesota man was convicted Thursday in the killing of his girlfriend, whose 2023 disappearance garnered national attention and prompted thousands of people, including in Houston County, to join search efforts.

A Minnesota man was convicted Thursday in the killing of his girlfriend, whose 2023 disappearance garnered national attention and prompted thousands of people, including in Houston County, to join search

11/12/2024

The Houston County Board of Commissioners (BOC) had a lengthy discussion with John Pugleasa, Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) director, and a couple of his staff before voting by roll call against adding two full time public health positions.

The Houston County Board of Commissioners (BOC) had a lengthy discussion with John Pugleasa, Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) director, and a couple of his staff before voting by

11/12/2024

Happy Veterans Day! Thanks to all who serve or have served to keep us safe.

In case you were not aware, according to Pew Research there were roughly 18 million veterans living in the U.S. in 2023. That’s just more than 6% of the adult population. Just over 7.8 million served in the Gulf War, and 5.6 million served during Vietnam. Roughly 750,000 served during the Korean War. Fewer than 120,000 WWII veterans are still alive.

The number of women in the military stands at roughly 11%. It is expected to grow to 18% by 2048. In 1973, 70% and 81% of House and Senate members were veterans. That number has fallen to 18% in the Senate and 17% in the House.

11/11/2024

When I took over as associate editor of the Caledonia Argus, one of the frequent complaints I heard was "Not enough local coverage. Too many things that are not even in Houston County." Say hello to three new freelancers with local voices.

When I took over as associate editor of the Caledonia Argus, one of the frequent complaints I heard was "Not enough local coverage. Too many things that are not even

11/11/2024

On Veterans Day, we honor those who have died in the country's service and thank those who have served. We are grateful to all veterans for their service to our country.

11/06/2024

The 2024 General Election was called for former President J. Trump around 1:05 a.m. on November 6, 2024 by most mainstream media news stations. See this and other state, county, local city council and school board election results.

The 2024 General Election was called for former President J. Trump around 1:05 a.m. on November 6, 2024 by most mainstream media news stations. Trump will become the 47th president

11/06/2024

Veterans Day is officially observed on November 11, and here some local area events to honor our veterans. Thank you to all of our veterans for your service to our country.

Veterans Day is officially observed on November 11, and here some local area events to honor our veterans. Thank you to all of our veterans for your service to our

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Spring Grove school board

In Spring Grove, there are four candidates vying for three school board member spots open: Shawn Buckland, Stephanie Jaster (incumbent), Myriah Klug and Lisa Myhre.

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: La Crescent-Hokah school board

In La Crescent-Hokah, four school board seats were open with five candidates running: Brandon Lange, Paige Matthews Schoepel, Eric Morken (incumbent), Steve Porter and Wade Welper (incumbent).

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Houston school board

In Houston, there were three school board member spots open. Josh Norlien and Mimi Carlson, both incumbents, filed for two of the three openings and were re-elected.

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Caledonia school board

In Caledonia Area, which encompasses Brownsville, Caledonia, Eitzen and Freeburg, four candidates were running for the three open school board positions: Julie Augedahl, Leigh King (incumbent), Carol Nelson and Spencer

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Wilhelmson wins for Spring Grove mayor; 3 council members win

In Spring Grove, Saundra (Saundy) Solum (incumbent) ran for re-election and opposed Bryan Goober Wilhelmson. Wilhelmson won with 366 votes (56.57%). Solum received 278 votes (42.97%). There were 3 write-in

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Poellinger remains as La Crescent mayor; 2 council members elected

In La Crescent, Mayor Mike Poellinger ran unopposed for re-election. He won with 2,551 votes (95.26%). There were 127 write-in votes (4.74%).

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Wallace remains as Houston mayor; 2 council members win seats

In Houston, Mayor Scott Wallace ran unopposed for re-election and won with 457 votes (94.42%). There were 27 write-in votes (5.58%).

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Tippery remains as Hokah mayor; 2 council members elected

In Hokah, Mayor Lee Tippery ran unopposed for re-election and won with 265 votes (95.32%). There were 13 write-in votes (4.68%).

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Adamson remains as Eitzen mayor; 2 council members re-elected

In Eitzen, Mayor Jeff Adamson ran unopposed for re-election. He won with 145 votes (100%).

11/06/2024

ELECTION RESULTS: Meyer remains as Brownsville mayor; 2 council members win seats

In Brownsville, Mayor Jean Meyer ran unopposed for re-election, along with two seats for the city council, Bill Fitzpatrick (incumbent) and David Prestby.