Council approves 2001 levy increase. Jack and Diane Hauser open Rochester Wholesale Fruit in former Albert s building. New Religious Education Center at St. Joseph s Parish of New Albin opens. Leah Bartelson and Allison Wagner won Presidential Physical Fitness Awards. Wilfred and Lucille Pohlman received an Honorary Life membership to the Farm Bureau organization.
County unveils five year highway improvement plan.
Christmas lighting contest winners were Dave and Karolina Schuldt and Allen and Jean Betz. Nelson Plumbing and Heating, a business owned and operated by Steve Nelson of Caledonia for 23 years has closed. Barbara Arnold receives the 4-H Adult Leader Award. Filing for township government positions to open January 16. County extends contract with Networks for six months.