AcenTek

AcenTek serves many communities in Minnesota, Iowa, and Michigan. Begun as a telephone/communications company, it now offers internet and video/t.v. services for residential use as well as IT consulting and managed, hosted services for businesses.

American Legion Club

The Legion supports a variety of events with holiday celebrations and a meeting room available for rent. Regular events are 1) Monday night bingo at 7 p.m. Sept.-May, 2) Tuesday night tacos from 5-7 p.m.., 3) Meat raffles the 2nd Friday of each month at 5 p.m., and 4) Steak fry the 3rd Saturday of each month from 5-8 p.m. Apr.-Oct.

Apollo Music Festival by Chamber Music Live

Annual free chamber music festival in August Houston, MN. Founded 2013.

April Carrier Agency

Whether you're looking for homeowners insurance, auto insurance, renters insurance, or another kind, I'm here to help you understand the insurance coverage you may want. Serving the Winona, MN area since 2014, I can help you understand your coverage options so you can protect what matters most to you. Stop by in person, reach out online or call to get a free quote today.

BP / S & A Petroleum

Gas station/convenience store located on the east side of Houston.

Barista's Coffee House

Serving specialty espresso drinks, gourmet coffee, baked goods, real-fruit smoothies, sandwiches, wraps, salads, banana splits, and lots more. This little shop has a relaxed atmosphere with cozy indoor and outdoor seating, backyard flower garden, wi-fi, gifts, used books, and more.

Bluff Country Financial Services

From investments to retirement to insurance, Bluff Country can provide guidance on those touch, personal finance decisions. With resources and experienced professionals, you'll receive service and assistance customized to your life and your needs.

Bremer Bank

Bremer Bank has roots in the places where we live and work that go back to 1943, and a history of stepping up for our customers and communities that begins with our founder. Otto Bremer believed that if banks helped businesses in good times and bad, communities would thrive. Today, we’re proud to work with the people who grow our food, build our economy, and serve our neighbors. We offer banking, mortgage, investment, wealth management, trust and insurance in Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin. We’re here to help you solve your toughest problems, seize your biggest opportunities, and achieve success on your terms, now and in the future.

Carlson Roasting Company

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Cross of Christ Lutheran Church

The Houston Lutheran Church was organized in 1855, and its spirit of strong faith continues today. The Church has school year and summer schedules with both traditional and contemporary services. You're welcome at annual meatball suppers and Easter breakfasts.

ESB Banking & Insurance

ESB Banking and Insurance is your locally owned and operated community bank proudly serving the area since 1909. Come see us for all your financial and insurance needs.

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center

Founded in 1978, Eagle Bluff is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. As a year-round environmental learning center, we provide accredited education programs & outdoor adventures to over 16,000 children, adults, and families each year.

We are located in rural southeastern Minnesota, just a few miles from the small historic town of Lanesboro in Fillmore County. Our campus is a two-hour drive from the Twin Cities, 45 minutes from Rochester, 45 minutes from Winona, and one hour from La Crosse, WI.

Eitzen State Bank

ESB Bank is locally owned and has been proudly serving the Tri-State area for over 100 years.

Evolv Fitness

Evolv Fitness is Houston's newly remodeled workout center. With a new squat rack, dumbbells and kettlebells together with cardio machines and hydraulic machines, it appeals to a range of ages and abilities. The center has a variety of membership options as well as 24/7 access. Ask us about a visitor pass too!

Farmers Win Cooperative

Farmers Win Coop is a locally owned cooperative that provides products and services to its members in Northeast Iowa and Southeast Minnesota. Farmers Win Coop offers full agronomy services as well as feed, grain, petroleum, feed stores and a convenience store.

Fillmore County Journal

The Fillmore County Journal is a local news source serving communities of Southeastern Minnesota. Distributing over 17,500 copies, the Journal covers everything from sports to local commentaries on our region.

Friends of the Houston Nature Center

Our mission is to promote and provide educational naturalist opportunities at the Houston Nature Center and Natural Playground and to assist in maintenance and care of areas of native prairie, woodland, and wetland gardens.

Gary's Pump & Well Service

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Graf Insurance Agency

Your local, full service insurance agency.

H&R Block

Tax preparation office.

Heritage Court Assisted Living

Heritage Court Assisted Living has 18 spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments, is nestled in the scenic Root River Valley in Houston, Minnesota.
Surrounded by breathtaking bluffs, this natural rural beauty of the southeastern part of the state is an ideal place to live. The small-town atmosphere combined with the excellence of the Heritage Court Assisted Living offers a unique combination for people looking for an extraordinary Assisted Living facility.

Hoff Funeral Home

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Hoskins Electric, Inc

Since 1975, Hoskins Electric Inc. has been a leader in highly technical & innovative electrical design & construction. We have the expertise to handle commercial, industrial, and residential applications. We offer a full range of electrical services, as well as Industrial automation and programming to suit your needs.
In addition, we also provide fully qualified licensed electricians in the Tri-State area: Minnesota, Wisconsin & Iowa.

Houston Area Museum

To collect, preserve & share the history & culture of Houston, Minnesota & surrounding areas.

Houston Area Preservation Initiative

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Houston County EDA

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Houston County Historical Society

The Houston County Historical Society is a nonprofit educational and cultural institution run by an all-volunteer staff. Volunteers help to collect, preserve, and tell the story of the county's past through museum exhibits, photographs, research materials, educational programs, and tours.

Houston Dental Clinic

"Take a smile home with you" from the team at Houston Dental. With a state-of-the-art clinic and caring staff, the office offers a variety of services, is open five days a week, and serves patients in many surrounding communities. New patients always welcome!

Houston Lions Club

This organization is always giving back to the community. The Lions host pancake breakfasts, organize the annual Root River Triathlon, are responsible for the band shell in Trailhead Park and much more.

Houston Public Schools

Houston Public School includes includes a variety of learning and environments: elementary and high schools, Minnesota Virtual Academy, Community Ed, Early Childhood and Family Ed, and Summit Learning Center.

International Owl Center

The leader in owl-based education and programming, the Center features live owls and pogromming, displays, and a gift shop stocked with owl-themed merchandise. It's also responsible for the internationally-known Festival of Owls.

JT's Corner Bar & Grill

Grab a bite to eat or enjoy a cool beverage on the deck at JT's Corner Bar. Great bar food and a full bar with off-sale available for your weekend adventures.

Loken's Sawmill Inn & Suites

Loken's Sawmill Inn & Suites is located in the heart of Southeast Minnesota's Bluff Country. Come enjoy the warmth and friendliness of hometown hospitality!

Merchants Investment Services – Mark T. Swenson, Financial Advisor

We can work together to create a strategy for any financial goal and help you feel confident about your future with: Comprehensive financial planning; Retirement planning for your family or business; Investment and wealth management; Saving for your child’s college tuition; Insurance services, including life insurance, long-term care, and more; Estate ​planning to leave a legacy; Tax strategies that align with your goals and income tax planning.

MiEnergy

MiEnergy is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative serving southeastern Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Founded in 1936 when electricity was not available to rural residents, locals banded together to build lines to their homes and farms. The cooperative has prospered by providing members with high-quality energy services at competitive rates and expanded services.

Money Creek Haven Campground

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Mound Prairie Mutual Insurance Company

Serving southeastern Minnesota with a full range of property coverages for farm and home markets, Mound Prairie has a long history in the area beginning in 1884. It also holds a golf outing each year for the benefit of local fire departments.

Ole's Excavating LLC

Ole's Excavating is a local, family-owned business that provides excavating, landscaping, trucking, snow removal, and demolition services to the trig-state area. They can also take care of all your landscaping, and construction material needs.

Outback Ranch

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Root River Market Cooperative

Fresh bakery items, a delicious deli, fresh produce, and a full selection of grocery items are available. The Market's friendly staff is here to help you find exactly what you're looking for!

Rushford State Bank

We have been proudly serving customers in the tri-county area since 1867. While the world around us is continually changing, our commitment to provide quality products and services remains constant.

Decisions affecting you are made locally which means prompt service and flexibility to tailor a wide range of products to meet your financial needs.

Our friendly and professional staff has provided personalized service to our friends and neighbors for generations. We are locally owned and operated, and we pledge to provide quality bank services for generations to come.

S & A Petroleum

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Sheldon Valley Sportsman's Association

This nonprofit promotes the area's traditions of hunting, fishing, shooting sports, and archery. Youth activities include an annual fishing derby, firearms safety training, and coaching the Houston High School trap team. Its private range is located in the beautiful bluffs near Sheldon and provides a safe, friendly environment to enjoy shooting sports.

Stinson's Country Style Meats

Stinson's offers quality meat processing services and features a shop onsite.

Thorson Graphics LLC

Thorson Graphics specializes in logo design, business stationary, invitations, garnet decoration, promotional items, and heat-sealed names and numbers. They are always up to something new. Make sure to follow them on social media - they run new specials all the time.

Timeless Creations

Timeless Creations specializes in upcycled and refurbished quality furniture and home decor. Many items are handcrafted by the owners as well as other small businesses. Timeless Creations creates their own small batch, hand-poured candles and diffusers, has great gift items, as well as is a one-stop-shop for all DIY painting projects for your home.

Valley High Golf Club & Turn Bar & Grille

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Valley View Healthcare & Rehab and Heritage Court

Valley View Healthcare & Rehab is a 45 bed, non-profit long term care facility. They provide a home-like atmosphere for those requiring transitional care. Heritage Court is their assisted living community.

Valley View Nursing Home Foundation

The Foundation holds an annual fundraiser every year. Fundraiser is a live auction and a silent auction. More details are under things to do on the Chambers Website.