Farewell to Summer A pair of flip-flops left behind along the North Branch Root River signals the end of summer just as surely as the kids who will soon head back to school. The river, at the canoe launch off Fillmore County 2 in west Chatfield, reflects the green of the many trees lining its banks.

Annie's Closet clothing store opens in Chatfield

Joyce Borgen, owner of Annie's Closet, shows off a dress from her new shop at 221 North Main in downtown Chatfield. Joyce Borgen put an Old Navy in Annie's Closet. Any Gap was filled by a Gymboree and Abercrombie. The Fitch is included in her focus, too. "I have lots of good name brands, like Hollister, Old Navy, Gap, Gymboree, Aeropostale, and some other brands of nice clothing," said the proprietor of Chatfield's new thrift store, Annie's Closet, located in the former Kelly's Place building on Main Street. Tuesday, August 31, 2010

The 12th Annual Western Days Classic Car and Truck show

The 12th Annual Western Days Classic Car & Truck show was a huge success again this year, beautiful weather and many gorgeous entries made for great time by all. We had 121 registered vehicles at this year's event, many traveled from out of state to attend the Western Days festivities. Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Pilot Mound Lutheran turns 100 with special events

"This is the church, and this is the steeple. Open the doors and see all the people..." Best yet, they're celebrating. Tuesday, August 31, 2010

'Trash and Treasure Day' is coming Sept. 11

Treasure hunting Chatfield way? Thank Mary Ann Samuels. "It started when Mary Ann Samuels used to have a big three-day rummage sale at her house," said Paula Bessingpas, explaining how the Chatfield Trash and Treasure Day citywide garage sale began. This year it's slated for Saturday, Sept. 11, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010

'Local Foods, Local Music' a big hit

Where's the beef? Why, it's gone whole hog local. "We served locally grown beef to over 200 people," said Tim Gossman, co-organizer of the July 29 "Local Foods, Local Music" concert and picnic held in Chatfield's City Park, which after expenses raised approximately $700 for its sponsors - the Chatfield Grower's Market, the Lions Club, Project GO and the Chatfield United Methodist Church. Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Family Read-Along will highlight Percy Jackson

Bored as a demi-god? Join your family and book it with the lightning thief. To be specific, "Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief." Tuesday, August 31, 2010

More details shared on proposed school operating levy

Residents of the Chatfield School District will be asked to vote on an operating levy to help with school finances in the Nov. 2 general election. It would consist of revoking the current $350-per-pupil-unit (PPU) levy referendum and approving a $520 PPU levy referendum. Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Bike trail extension feasibility study may soon proceed

As summer comes to an end, the Chatfield City Council is making a run toward ever-shorter meetings. The one held Aug. 23 ran just six minutes, although it was followed by a work session on the 2011 budget, which will be discussed further in upcoming council sessions. Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Bike trail extension feasibility study may soon proceed

As summer comes to an end, the Chatfield City Council is making a run toward ever-shorter meetings. The one held Aug. 23 ran just six minutes, although it was followed by a work session on the 2011 budget, which will be discussed further in upcoming council sessions. Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Chatfield kids visit the 'Wizard of Oz'

"We're off, we're off, we're off, woof! to see the Wizard, the wonderful Wizard of Oz!" "Hey Dorothy, got your ruby flip flops?" Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Kids learn 'Healthy Habits,' perform in play

Yes, I can... have a plan, put first things first, think win-win, and think before I speak because balance feels best and together is better. All that, even though I'm a skunk, a squirrel, a mouse, a bear, a raccoon and a porcupine. Tuesday, August 24, 2010