Business & Work

La Crescent Farmers Market Builds Community
Greg Lovell finds fresh produce, artisan goods and community at the La Crescent Farmers Market.

Owl Bluff Farm Expands its Organic Produce Operation
Rose Korabek reports on Houston County’s first Deep Winter Greenhouse and the small-farm research being done in our region.

Flying into Fillmore County Airport
Alison Leathers chronicles the long history of the Fillmore County Airport and highlights recent improvements made through federal and state funding.

‘Sweet Business’ in the Hardwood Forest
Into the woods in search of Carlin’s Sugar Shack — and a sweet surprise! Alison Leathers teases us with syrup and more.

Your Leadership Can Make a Difference in Root River Current’s Third Year
Root River Current seeks Board of Directors candidates to support 2025 growth—can you help?

Things Are Heating Up at New Spring Grove Sauna Business
John Torgrimson ‘warms us up’ to a public sauna business in rural Houston County.

Community Leaders, “In the News…”
Tim Penny, Colleen Foehrenbacher, and Joe Grodahl are “In the news”—insights and updates on community people, businesses, organizations and happenings.

Inside Root River Current, January 2025
Behind the scenes news from Root River Current — announcing a major grant award and expanding the board for growth and success!

LeRoy-Area Couple Turns Family Dairy Farm into Gourmet Mushroom Business
David Phillips introduces us to farming entrepreneurs near LeRoy who are building a thriving mushroom business.

Flavors of the World Converge at Carlson Roasting Company
The holidays are filled with laughter, love — and wonderful aromas. Alison Leathers learns how the roasting, grinding, and brewing process impact the taste AND the aroma!

An Ancient Crop Makes its Home in Fillmore County
John Torgrimson visits Schmidt Farm’s garlic operation in Carimona Township, Fillmore County.

Hydroponic Farm is High Tech Operation With Small Footprint
David Phillips tours a hydroponic farming operation in Wykoff, Minnesota. Owner Tony Rahe gives access to the two trailers currently housing multiple acres of lettuce, kohlrabi, and radishes that are sold to local schools, at farmers markets, and online.
