Ilene Edwards
Happy Retirement, Denny Cornell
Today is a bittersweet day at KFIL. Today is Denny Cornell's last day. We are all very sad to see him leave but we also wish him all the best in his retirement. Denny has worked for KFIL for 12 years. For 11 of those years, he was our early morning man, controlling the KFIL studio from 6-10 a...
Happy Birthday, Bill!
Bill Bentson, KFIL's "man about town," is celebrating his birthday today!
Bill is a young "this many" years old. You've undoubtedly seen or heard Bill performing his many duties on-air for KFIL and KVGO. Whether he's interviewing a 4-H kid at the Fillmore County Fair, announcing the Harmony Fourth of July parade, or calling in state wrestling reports, Bill's voice and announcin
Learn Taxidermy at Eagle Bluff
I've trapped many mice in my lifetime. We have a KFIL mascot toy stuffed rat that gets passed around from desk to desk.
But do I want to learn taxidermy on a mouse? I'm not so sure about that! If it sounds like something that would interest you, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center in Lanesboro is offering a Taxidermy 101 class Sunday July 16...
Fun In Eitzen On The Fourth
Nestled in southeastern Houston County is the tiny town of Eitzen, boasting a population of roughly 250 fine folks. Eitzen's claim to fame is their Family Fun Fest held every year on the Fourth of July. I've never attended the festival, but I've heard it's one of the best celebrations around...
MN Zoo Adults Only Event
Leave the kids at home and enjoy an evening at the zoo! Located in Apple Valley, the Minnesota Zoo is offering an after hours, adults only event Friday July 28. From 6 to 9 p.m., you can tour zoo exhibits including Russia's Grizzly Coast, Minnesota Trail and Kangaroo Crossing...
KFIL Celebrates 51 Years On Air
Another year has flown by! KFIL is now 51 years old. That is an incredible feat for a small-town radio station. We first broadcast over the airwaves June 27, 1966. Without our loyal listeners and valued clients, we would not have been around this long...
Tony Webber Retiring From Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office
After twenty-seven years serving Fillmore County as a law enforcement officer, Chief Deputy Tony Webber is retiring. His last day will be Friday June 30.
My first job upon moving to Minnesota was as a secretary at Fillmore County Sheriffs Office...
Preston City Hall Mural Completed [PHOTOS]
It's been a year or more in the making. Today, the "hooked on Preston" mural was mounted on its new home on the exterior of Preston City Hall. The mural consists of 14 panels. The mural artist, former Preston resident Alison Love Unzelman, outlined the drawing...
Meadowfest This Weekend In Grand Meadow
Summer weekends are a time to attend town celebrations. This weekend is no exception! June 23 through 25 is Meadowfest in Grand Meadow! The schedule of events is packed with fun activities for the entire family. Try your luck at the Bingo party at the Meadow Assisted Living Friday evening...
Lanesboro Battered By Friday’s Storm {Photos}
Saturday morning seems so peaceful and quiet. It's hard to believe just 12 hours ago a storm blew through southeast Minnesota. And blow it did. I saw a photo on Facebook posted by Cheryl Aberg of damage at Sylvan Park in Lanesboro. Camera in hand, I headed to Lanesboro this morning to see for myself...