News - Goodhue-Bellechester Messenger

Scouts and leaders of Troop 76 who went to Pine Key. Front, kneeling, from left to right Cory Berg, Ben McBroom, Eric Kittleson, Jesse Anderson, Kyle Nerison. Back Island Mate Dave, Peggy Prigge, Larry Van De Walker, Peter Greseth, Aaron Haugen, Trevor Prigge, Robbie Wilkenson, Michael Raths, Don Raths, Nathan Trost, Stu Ohr and Island Mate Joe.

How many people do you know who have actually met a former President of the United States? Well, since former President Jimmy Carter recently passed away at age 100, I was asked to share a story … more

By Cheri Roshon | 1/17/25

Southeast MN Adult Mental Health Initiative to Offer Grant Funding to Increase Mental Health Services Region Wide

The Southeast Adult Mental Health Initiative (SE AMHI) will be accepting applications for grant funding from mental health and related service providers starting January 10, 2025, from the following … more

1/17/25

William Ryan poses with his Lion's Peace Poster entry. His design was chosen as the local winner from St. John's school and placed third in the district.

Local Peace Poster Contest Winners

For the last 30 years Lions clubs around the world have proudly sponsored the Lions International Peace Poster Contest in local schools and youth groups. This worldwide art contest encourages young … more

By Julie Thermos and Beth Brekke | 1/10/25

Santa takes requests from the Voth kids inside The Third Place during Christkindlmarkt. From left, Elaine (9) wishes for brain teaser games and her cousins, Niles (8) a stuffed Husky dog, Ryann (3) asked for a reborn baby, and Nora (6) a science kit.

Christmas Joy 2024

There was no shortage of Christmas festivities in the Goodhue-Bellechester area ahead of the holiday. Christmas lights and decorations were abundant and all local churches held special services and … more

By Beth Brekke | 1/10/25

Linda Eckhoff opened a new business in Goodhue in November. The Barrel Hut is wallet-friendly with merchandise up to 50% off suggested retail prices.

Barrel Hut Open For Business

Looking for a household item, a necessity, a novelty or a gift? You may not need to go farther than downtown Goodhue to find what’s on your list. The Barrel Hut is a new business located in the … more

By Beth Brekke | 1/10/25

Applications Now Open for Century and Sesquicentennial Farm Recognition in Minnesota

Applications are now open for the Minnesota Farm Bureau Sesquicentennial Farm program, honoring Minnesota families that have owned their farms for at least 150 years. The deadline to apply is March … more

1/9/25

Goodhue Wrestling Results

Goodhue 54 Byron 16 December 5, 2024 107 Gadient, Benjamin (Goodhue) over Forfeit, (Byron/Roch. Lourdes) FORFEIT 6 114 Ryan, Jay (Goodhue) over Forfeit, (Byron/Roch. Lourdes) FORFEIT 12 121 Erickson, … more

By Chad Otterness | 1/1/25

Dispose of Holiday Greens and Christmas Trees Correctly to Protect Minnesota’s Trees and Forests

Holiday greenery and Christmas trees bring joy throughout the season, but they can also hide dangerous pests. Diseases and invasive species can make their way into our landscapes on trees and boughs … more

By Minnesota Department of Agriculture | 12/27/24

SEMCAC Announces January Grant Opportunity for Individual Artists

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The … more

12/14/24

SEMCAC Welcomes New Outreach and Accessibility Manager

The Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC) is pleased to announce Sharon Mansur as its new Outreach and Accessibility Manager. In this newly created position, Mansur will work to expand SEMAC's … more

12/6/24

SEMCAC Announces Recent Organizational Grant Awards

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. On … more

11/29/24

Steeplechase Opens this weekend

Snow tubing opens this weekend at Steeplechase outside of Mazeppa. Friday and Saturday, November 29 & 30 the hill is open from 10am to 9pm. Sunday December 1st the hill is open from 10am to 7pm. … more

11/29/24

The Goodhue FFA chapter hosted its first "Farmers' Share Supper", charging $1.50 per meal, the estimated income a farmer would receive for the commodities. The line was long and the meals sold out quickly with nearly 300 served.

Farmers’ Share Supper Feeds More Than Expected

The Goodhue FFA chapter wasn’t sure what to expect as they prepared for their first Farmers’ Share Supper held Thursday November 21st. The event was held at the Lion’s Community Center … more

By Beth Brekke | 11/29/24

The former Lodermeier's parts and service area has been transformed into expanded shopping space for the adjacent J Hill showroom. The Hilleshiems refurbished damaged flooring from the school gymnasium for part of the store.

Grand Re-Opening at J-Hill Promotions

Months of preparation led up to the former Lodermeier Implement parts and service counter area transformation that was unveiled at J Hill’s grand re-opening celebration Wednesday, November 20th. … more

By Beth Brekke | 11/29/24

The Goodhue Corner Bar occupies the building that has been a liquor establishment since 1901. Tracy Reese celebrated 20 years as owner on September 28th. She and her family are the longest-running owners in it's history.

Corner Bar Celebrates 20 Years;

Erected in 1901, the familiar brick building with the turret at the corner of Second Street and Second Avenue has always been home to a liquor establishment, except when it housed the Garrick Theater … more

By Beth Brekke | 11/29/24

Missy’s Message

December sure snuck up fast. I was trying to recall exactly when I started writing these articles, so I looked back at my computer files. March of 2012 was my first Missy’s Message article in the … more

By Missy Papenfus | 11/29/24

Election Day Tradition

As has been the Kelly and Kris Norman tradition each Presidential Election, Kelly, on Seve, and Kris, on Raya, arrive on horseback to cast their vote at the Belle Creek Township Hall on November 5. … more

Submitted | 11/29/24

Memories of Christmas Past

Each year we visit with some of our senior citizens and relate their tales of Christmases long ago. Here are four stories from years in the past. Judy remembers celebrating the same Christmas … more

11/29/24

Dave Stevenson gives people a ride at the History Center of Olmsted County years ago.

Special Olympics in Minnesota

Few things are as freeing as sports. They’re a time when someone can let go of their everyday anxieties to focus only on what’s right in front of them- a ball, bow, racket, or even hand. While … more

By Tyler Weeks | 11/28/24

Fifteen Fascinating CVEC Courses for Seniors this Winter

Registration starts November 25 for Cannon Valley Elder Collegium (CVEC) Winter Term courses, for participants age 50 and older. Courses focus on arts, social and physical sciences, and humanities. … more

11/22/24