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Cottonwood County Minnesota

A great place to visit. A wonderful place to live.

Jeffers • Mt. Lake • Storden • Westbrook • Windom Windom Chamber of Commerce & Convention & Visitor Bureau · 1-800-7-Windom · www.windomchamber.com Published by Citizen Publishing Company · 1-800-658-2510 · www.windomnews.com

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Here are a few big 2015 events happening in Windom . . .

Beer & Wine Tasting Thursday, April 16 Chamber silent auction.

Relay for Life Friday, July 24

Community fund-raiser for cancer.

Night to Unite Monday, August 3

Craft Show

Saturday, October 3 Loads of crafts and collectibles.

Gun & Knife Show

Saturday & Sunday, October 31 & November 1 Buy, sell or trade. Over 100 tables.

Holiday Festivities

November through December

Enjoy visits with Santa, Christmas open houses at many businesses, Festival of Trees and more!

Farm & Home Show

Saturday, March 12, 2016

Windom has great shopping and dining. Come see what we have! No matter the season . . . there is more to explore in

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Spring . . .

Fall . . .

Summer . . .

Winter . . .

SWAN RELEASING

GOLFING AND BOATING

HUNTING AND CRAFTING

SNOWMOBILE RIDING TRAILS

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ottonwood County, a diversified, rich agricultural region in Southwestern Minnesota, offers yearround fun — golfing, camping, fishing, biking, hiking and picnicking (at the region’s countless community parks and playgrounds) in the summer; and ice skating in the Windom Arena, ice fishing in area lakes and snowmobiling on 140 miles of groomed trails in the winter. The Jeffers Petroglyphs Historic Site, featuring 3,000 ancient Indian carvings and prairie flowers, kicks off activities in May. In June, the Mt. Lake Pow Wow (June 1216) and Windom Riverfest (June 22-28) provide something for everyone. Add to the list of county summer events Westbrook’s Fun Days, June 25 through June 28; Jeffers Outlaw Days, June 26 through June 28; Cottonwood County’s annual Relay For Life, July 24; the Cottonwood County Fair, August 19 through August 22; and Mt. Lake’s Heritage Fair in September. Visit the Cottonwood County Historical Museum in Windom with its continuing reproductions of scenes from the county’s past as well as art exhibits . . . The Storden 1866 log cabin . . . Westbrook’s Heritage House Museum, a restored depot from the early 1900s . . . The historical 1904 Courthouse on Windom’s Square . . .The unique and newly-remodeled baseball field at Island Park in Windom . . . And a wide array of area antique and gift shops.

WINDOM CONNECTS BUSINESSES

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444 Ninth Street P.O. Box 38, Windom, MN 56101 wineda@windom-mn.com www.windom-mn.com

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Mountain Lake Pow Wow Friday, June 12 thru Tuesday, June 16

illed as the longest-running town celebration in the state of Minnesota, Mt. Lake’s Pow Wow celebrates its 81st anniversary. The festival is famous for its Grande Parade, Midway rides, sporting events and Pow Wow Pups (corn dogs). There is fun in store for every age.

FRIDAY, JUNE 12 7:00 p.m.

Miss and Little Miss Mt. Lake Pageant, Mt. Lake High School (MLHS) Auditorium

saturday, june 13 8-4:30 p.m. 9-Noon 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Noon

Pow Wow tractor rides, Town’s Edge Auto Mayor’s bike trail ride. Starts at Lawcon Park boat landing. Disc golf tournament, Lawcon Park Alumni softball game at Munson Park Alumni baseball game at Munson Park

SUNDAY, JUNE 14 8-Noon 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Noon Noon-3 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 3:55 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

Pancake Breakfast, City Park Gazebo Mt. Lake Ministerial Assn. Community Worship Service, City Park Food stands/booths open in City Park 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, City Park Mt. Lake Booster Club Dunk Tank Registration for 42nd annual Mt. Lake Road Race Fitness Walk Half-mile Run Mile Run Four-mile Run Kiddie Parade (Peterson Drug to City Park) Antique Car and Tractor Parade and Show on Third Ave. Jeff Deyo Concert, City Park Band Shelter

7:00 p.m. 8-10:00 p.m. After Parade

Grand Parade on Third Ave. Mt. Lake Booster Club Dunk Tank SuFuDu performance in City Park followed by The Wendinger Band

TUESDAY, JUNE 16 11:00 a.m. 2-6:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 9:15 p.m.

Kids Scavenger Hunt Midway/food and commercial booths / Petting Zoo open in Park Mt. Lake Booster Club Dunk Tank Kids pedal tractor pull on 10th St. Free Lynn Stoneking Concert, City Park Raffle drawing and $1,000 grand prize and (2) $500 cash prizes, City Park

Raffle Tickets on sale at Mt. Lake businesses!

Chance to win $1,000, (2) $500 cash prizes plus other prizes donated by local businesses!

MONDAY, JUNE 15 10:00 a.m. Noon 2-5:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.

Food/commercial stands open in Park Petting Zoo opens in City Park Mt. Lake Booster Club Dunk Tank Hillbilly Bob in Park and Grand Parade Midway Opens

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Freedom Riders Rally Saturday, June 20 At Franz Park, South of Mt. Lake

Windom Riverfest Monday, June 22 thru Sunday, June 28

indom’s annual summer festival arrives a bit later than usual this year. One thing has not changed, however, Riverfest continues to give folks the opportunity to start the summer with a variety of activities for all ages. As usual, this year’s Riverfest will be one giant reunion that offers new twists on their favorite events. Below is a list of tentative events with plans for more activities to potentially be added in the coming weeks. Times and dates of these events may change. Check the Cottonwood County Citizen for updates.

7:00 p.m.

Windomnet Cable Medallion Hunt Windom Area Hospital Foundation Walking Taco Fundraiser at BARC Miss Riverfest Pageant at BARC

2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.

Music begins at Island Park and the Square Lions Club Beer Garden opens, Island Park Turtle races, on the Square Des Moines River Mud Race, golf club start Annual Pie Eating Contest, River City Eatery Riverfest Cookout, on the Square River City Eatery Entertainment Beer Garden closes Phat Pheasant Outdoor Entertainment

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 9:00 a.m.

MONDAY, JUNE 22 Noon 5:00 p.m.

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American Lutheran Church Youth Pancake Breakfast, BARC Gymnasium Windom Eagles Radio Controlled Model Airplane Fun Fly (at their field on Hwy. 13) Lion’s Cow Chip Bingo, Community Center

Friday, JUNE 26 6:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 10:15 p.m.

Riverfest Cookout, WAHS parking lot ECFE Concert for pre-schoolers, WAHS parking lot Riverfest concert for elementary age Pre-fireworks Music Jam, WAHS lot Phat Pheasant Outdoor Entertainment Fireworks, near WAHS

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m.

Vicki Schendel Color Me Fun registration, Courthouse Square Cribbage Tourney, Prudence Masonic Lodge Flea Market/Craft Show, on the Square Juried Art Show, on the Square Windom Police fingerprinting, on the Square Windom Eagles Radio Controlled Model Airplane Fun Fly (at their field on Hwy. 13) Cottonwood County Game and Fish League Kids Fishing Tournament, Tegels Park Co-ed Sand Volleyball Tourney, Tegels Park Sons of Norway Smorgasbord, Cottonwood County Historical Society

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Westbrook Fun Days Thursday, June 25 thru Sunday, June 28

he 2015 Fun Days will once again deliver a variety of fun events, great food and excellent opportunities to socialize, offering area residents plenty of reasons to spend the weekend in Westbrook. Fun Days gets its start on Thursday evening with a community barbeque hosted by and held at Sanford Westbrook Medical Center and the annual Evening of Praise held at the Westbrook Community Center.

Among Sunday’s activities is the annual community worship service and a French toast breakfast served by the fire department at the Westbrook Community Center. There’s something “fun” for every age when Westbrook gets together for its annual summer celebration.

Heritage House Museum

Three events have become staples on Friday afternoon and evening of Fun Days. The annual Health Care Foundation three-person golf scramble is held at Rolling Hills Golf Course during the afternoon. Then Miss Westbrook will be crowned during the evening pageant at the school’s auditorium followed by a street dance, which this year will be held under the tent in the City Park featuring Headliner Band. Saturday is jam-packed with food, fun and games almost entirely in the City Park. Traditional fare for Saturday’s activities include a noon Whopper Feed along with several other food vendors. Patrons can also expect to find everything from snow cones to mini doughnuts and nachos. The games include a sand volleyball tournament, Junior Olympics and a pedal tractor pull for the youngsters, Bingo is available for all ages. The grand parade at 4 p.m., highlights Saturday’s fun, which also includes Crazy Days at Main Street businesses, a community-wide rummage sale, open swimming at the city pool and fireworks at dusk. A concert featuring musicians from the bands Boston, Santana, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Journey will perform under the tent in the City Park Saturday evening.

Located in Westbrook, just off Hwy. 30. Open Sunday afternoons Memorial Day through Labor Day. For other times, call Gene Larson, 507-274-5397 or Joan Bakker, 507-274-6373

hirty years before Westbrook was settled, pioneers established a nearby village known as Blue Eagle. When the Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis and Omaha Railroad came to plot out a town site, it got into a dispute with a landowner. As a result, a new town was platted. Westbrook’s 1900 depot reflects and preserves the history of the community. Seven years after the line was abandoned in 1976, local editor and railroad buff Tom Merchant spearheaded a volunteer project that restored the depot to its present condition. It has been named Westbrook Heritage House Museum.

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Jeffers Outlaw Days Thursday, July 9 thru Sunday, July 12

he eighth-annual Jeffers Outlaw Days will have a significant change for 2015. Rather than being held the last weekend of June, the celebration will be moving to the second weekend of July. While the date is changed, many the familiar events of the celebration return, including the horse pull on Saturday.

Thursday, July 9 6:00 p.m.

Community Supper, City Park.

Time TBA 9:00 p.m.

5K Fitness Walk Street Dance at Slipper Inn, sponsored by Jeffers Fire Department

9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Noon 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.

Volleyball Tournament (Tentative) Kids Pedal Tractor Pull, City Park Horse Pull, Jeffers Elevator Concessions available Bingo, Senior Center (tentative) Bean Bag Tournament, Senior Center (tentative) Relay For Life community supper Street Dance at Slipper Inn

9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m.

Community worship, City Park Community breakfast, Senior Center Kids Day in the Park/Laser Tag Kickball Tourney, Jeffers ball park

Friday, July 10

Saturday, July 11

Sunday, July 12

Other area high points near Jeffers include the Jeffers Petroglyphs east of town and Red Rock Dells. To the north are the Schoper-Bush Reservoir and the spot where Jesse and Frank James slept after their failed bank robbery attempt in Northfield.

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Relay for Life Friday, July 24

he 17th annual Cottonwood County Relay For Life returns to the scenic and peaceful location of Tegels Park along the the shores of Cottonwood Lake in northeast Windom in 2015. In what has become a staple among summer events in Cottonwood County, the annual American Cancer Society fundraiser is an opportunity to honor those who are winning their battles against cancer while remembering those who have lost their fight. For the sixth straight year, the Relay For Life committee will hold a five-hour event, a format that has been wellreceived by teams and guests, increasing participation and donations of time and funds. The Opening Ceremony is set for about 7 p.m., with the Closing Ceremony wrapping up the event at midnight. Cottonwood County Relay For Life typically follows a similar format from year to year with changes only to schedule and activities. The committee and teams devote much of the morning and early afternoon to setting up

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for the evening event with Survivor registration getting the event rolling about 4:30 p.m. A meal is always included in the early evening activities with the Opening Ceremony officially getting the Relay out of the blocks. The Opening Ceremony also includes recognition of honorary chairpersons and a Survivorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Celebration lap followed by team laps over the next five hours. The highlight of the evening is lighting of the luminaria lined pathway which always is one of the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solemn and touching moments. The event concludes with the Closing Ceremony at midnight. Last year, the county Relay enjoyed another strong survivor attendance of 109 registered cancer survivors and $64,887 in funds raised.

Butterfield Thresherman’s Steam & Gas Engine Show Friday, August 14 thru Sunday, August 16

he 49th annual “ Threshing Bee” attracts gas and steam engine enthusiasts from all across the Midwest. On the wonderfully shaded grounds of Voss Park, visitors to the Bee can experience pioneer days in many ways.

Here are just a few of the many events and exhibits: • Antique tractor pull, Friday at 6 p.m. • Tractor and antique car parade, 2:15 p.m., Saturday and Sunday • Live bluegrass and folk music Friday evening, all day Saturday and Sunday • Food booths • Miniature train rides • Horse drawn equipment being used • Crafts and demonstrations • Steam engines threshing and sawing logs • Steam room with many steam motors running • Many restored small gas engines running • Saw mill, shingle maker, veneer cutter, duplicating machine • Featuring antique Oliver tractors and equipment • Over 300 restored tractors and large engines on display • Pioneer Town, Grist Mill, Broom Factory, Printing Shop and Blacksmith Shop • Camping (May through September)

Newly built Lammers and Ommodt Tractor Museum on the grounds.

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Cottonwood County Fair Wednesday, August 19 thru Saturday, August 22

he 134th Cottonwood County Fair will be held from 5 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 19, to 10 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 22. Livestock and poultry shows will be featured as well as appearances by the Loony Lutherans, James Wedgwood and the Kenya Safari Acrobat Show. In addition, the fair features the 33rd annual Cottonwood County Talent Show and much more. Making a return appearance will be McDermott Family Shows, with midway entertainment. Cottonwood County Fairgrounds No admission fee.

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

FREE Entertainment Area

A tentative schedule of events for the 2015 Cottonwood County Fair includes:

wednesday, august 19 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. TBA

Carnival opens. Household Cat and Kitten Show “Loony Lutherans” (Free admission!)

thursday, august 20 5-9 p.m. 7 p.m.

Ticket discount for carnival rides James Wedgwood, ventriloquist (Free admission!)

friday, august 21 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 9 p.m.

Pedal Tractor Pull Kenya Safari Acrobat Show Karoke with Donna in beer garden (Free admission!)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 3:30 & 5:15 p.m. 1-5 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

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Magic show Carnival wristband day, $20 Dog and Puppy Show Bike drawing at Arena — Two bikes (1 boys and 1 girls) will be given away to wristband buyers. 33rd Annual Talent Contest, Arena Exhibits released and commercial buildings close

Heritage Village Memorial Weekend thru Labor Day Weekend

stablished over 40 years ago, Mountain Lakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Heritage Village provides a portal to the past with its collection of historic buildings and artifacts. The centerpiece of the collection is an 1884 Mennonite home, complete with attached barn and summer kitchen. The 20 historical buildings from the surrounding area contain artifacts from the late 1800s when European immigrants with a rich cultural background settled in the Mt. Lake area.

Located at the east end of Mountain Lake, just off Hwy. 60. The Village is open daily 1 to 5 p.m. Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend or by appointment for tours. 507-427-2023 or 507-427-3612

Visitors are welcome to tour the buildings along memory lane, browse the gift shop and view the Mennonite history video in the newly constructed Visitors Center. Utschtallung, the Heritage Fair is held the second Saturday in September and features ethnic food, exhibits and live entertainment. A fun day for the whole family.

Utschtallung (Heritage Fair)

Saturday, September 12 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE Admission

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Storden

Bingham Lake

The original 1926 Storden School with its 1950 and 1956 additions was purchased by the City of Storden in 1998. It has since been sold to Storden resident John Croatt. It is the site for auctions and special events.

In addition, residents enjoy one of the best soft-water lakes in the area, which is also one of the county’s top fishing lakes.

he Community of Storden turns 108 this year. It has a strong tradition of being a friendly and clean community.

One of the most attractive aspects of this community is its spacious city park, complete with trees, grassy areas and playground equipment.

ingham Lake is a small but growing community along Highway 60.

It is home to about 70 residential units, but has seen vast economic development in recent years with the additions of Poet Biorefining and Miller-Sellner Equipment.

The 1866 Hystad Cabin was moved into Storden in July 1996. The cabin, named after Gerhard Hystad who was born in it in 1898, is a gift from Sunburg, a community 100 miles north of Storden. The cabin may be viewed by the public.

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Delft

he tiny community of Delft is located in the center of Cottonwood County. Delft has become a hot spot for local music lovers, as the Carson Meeting House, located at the former Carson Mennonite Church, plays host to the Prairie Wind Folk Music and Bluegrass Association, which features several concerts each year.

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FOOD CENTER 507-427-2220 • 1049 Third Ave. • Mt. Lake

Hours: Mon. - Sat., 7:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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507-274-5555 • 627 First Ave. •Westbrook Hours: Mon. - Sat.: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sun.: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Racquetball Archery Range Wallyball/Basketball Ice Rink Meeting Room Horse Shows Livestock Shows Batting Cage Auctions County Fairgrounds & County Fair Golf Driving Range

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email: winarena@windomnet.com

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Beautiful 20,000 sq. ft. Multi-Purpose Community Center MEETING ROOM FACILITIES FOR GROUPS OF 20 TO 1,000 PEOPLE F Banquets F Dances F Corporate Meetings F Trade Shows F Wedding Receptions We have on-premise catering kitchen facilities and bar facilities available. Recreational facilities include: F Volleyball F Basketball

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Email: wincc@windomnet.com For more information about these facilities visit www.windom-mn.com

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Cottonwood County Courthouse T BUIL IN 1904

Cottonwood County Courthouse

• NATIONAL HISTORIC REGISTER •

Questions on Cottonwood County services? GIVE US A CALL AT THESE COUNTY OFFICES:

Located on The Square, Windom. Hours: Weekdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday.

ne of the region’s most photographed buildings is the Historic Cottonwood County Courthouse. The Courthouse, which is included in the National Historic Register, turns 110 this year. It was built in 1904 by J.B. Nelson of North Mankato at a bid of $59,949. Among its many features are the unusual Corinthian style marble columns. After it was completed, additional funds were spent on architectural details around windows, interior decorations and a 12-foot, bronze/copper-plated statue of the Greek goddess of justice, which stands proudly atop the Courthouse dome. Inside are four murals in the rotunda that were restored in 1975-1976 representing government, justice, freedom of the press and freedom of religion. The corner emblems of the dome are called history, government, art and science. Since 1986 several remodeling projects were undertaken, including an upgrade of the commissioners’ room in 2007.

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Assessor ........................................................ 507-831-2458 Attorney ......................................................... 507-831-5040 Auditor ........................................................... 507-831-1905 Coordinator/Human Resources....................... 507-831-5669 Cottonwood Soil & Water Conservation District...................................... 507-831-1153 Des Moines Valley Health & Human Services (DVHHS) Human Services ......................................... 507-831-1891 Public Health .............................................. 507-831-1987 District Court Court Services/Probation Officer ................ 507-831-2678 Department of Corrections ......................... 507-407-3000 Judge of District Court ............................... 507-831-4551 Court Administrator ................................... 507-831-4551 Emergency Management ............................... 507-832-8255 Environmental/Planning & Zoning/Parks ......... 507-831-1153 Highway Dept. ............................................... 507-831-1389 Historical Society Museum ............................ 507-831-1134 Landfill ........................................................... 507-831-3781 Parks .............................................................. 507-831-1389 Passports ....................................................... 507-831-1910 Recorder Drivers License .......................................... 507-831-1168 UCC/Real Estate Recording ........................ 507-831-1458 Sheriff ............................................................ 507-831-1375 Treasurer ........................................................ 507-831-1342 U of M Extension............................................ 507-831-4022 Veterans Service Officer ................................. 507-831-5522

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COTTONWOOD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Tom Appel • Donna Gravely Kevin Stevens • Norman Holmen • Jim Schmidt

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Cottonwood County Law Enforcement

he Law Enforcement Center was built in 1992. The main level houses the Cottonwood County Sheriff ’s department, Windom Police Department and squad rooms. The lower level contains meeting rooms, driver education and emergency management. The meeting rooms are used for things like extension programs, training events, public meetings, Sharing Tree Christmas gift collection and other activities. The meeting room can serve two small groups or when the dividing wall is opened, 100 people.

Reservations for the meeting room may be made by calling 507-831-5669. The Cottonwood County Sheriff ’s Department includes Sheriff Jason Purrington, Chief Deputy Jim Jorgenson, Investigator Jeff LaCanne and six full-time deputies. In addition, the county has an Emergency Management Director, Kim Hall. A total of 11 dispatchers/jailers serve both the Cottonwood County Sheriff ’s Department and the Windom Police Department. They answer 911 calls and also provide 24-hour jail supervision.

City of Windom LAW ENFORCEMENT From left: Cory Hillesheim, Dana Wallace, Sergeant Kevin Patterson, Devin Kopperud, Chief Scott Peterson, Jon Beck, Louis Norell and Donna Marcy.

COTTONWOOD COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT Front, from left: Deputy Eric Haken, Deputy Jeff LaCanne, Deputy Justin Derickson and Chief Deputy Jim Jorgensen. Back: Deputy Joe Saffert, Deputy Tim Evers, Deputy Dustin Miller, Deputy Jayd Soderholm and Sheriff Jason Purrington. 2015 Cottonwood County Visitor & Resource Guide

Cottonwood County Schools

MT. LAKE CHRISTIAN 710 11th St. N. • Mt. Lake, MN 56159 Phone: 507-427-2010 or 507-427-3900 Website: www.gomlc.org

MT. LAKE PUBLIC 450 12th St. • Mt. Lake, MN 56159 Phone: 507-427-2323 Website: www.mountainlake.k12.mn.us

RED ROCK CENTRAL Elementary: 107 E. Clark St. • Jeffers, MN 56145 Phone: 507-628-5521 Middle/High School: 100 6th Ave. E. • Lamberton, MN 56152 Phone: 507-752-7361 Website: www.rrcnet.org

WESTBROOK-WALNUT GROVE

RED ROCK RIDGE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER Alternative High School / Setting IV Behavior Program/Tri-County Day Treatment Program 68 10th St. • Windom, MN 56101 Phone: 507-831-6935 Website: www.swsc.org

WINDOM AREA

Elementary: 601 Washington Ave. • Walnut Grove, MN 56180 Phone: 507-859-2141

Elementary: 1454 6th Ave. • Windom, MN 56101 Phone: 507-831-6925

Middle/High School: 344 8th St. • Westbrook, MN 56183 Phone: 507-274-6111

Middle/High School: 1400 17th St. • Windom, MN 56101 Phone: 507-831-6910

Website: www.wwgschools.org

Website: www.windom.k12.mn.us

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American Lutheran Church

Alliance Missionary Church

(ELCA) 906 Prospect Ave. 507-831-1794 www.alcofwindom.com

Assembly of God

809 5th Ave. • P.O. Box 534 507-427-2886 www.mountainlakealliance.com

Hwy. 71 P.O. Box 366 507-831-5683

Church of God Prophecy

Bethel Mennonite Church

580 Cindy St.

Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd 453 10th St. 507-831-1797

Evangelical Free Church 416 10th St. 507-831-3713 www.windomfreechurch.org

First United Methodist Church 974 6th St. 507-831-3284 windomfumc.org

First United Presbyterian Church 336 11th St. 507-831-2532 windompres.org

First Baptist Church

South edge of Windom on Hwy. 60 507-831-3811 fbcwindom.org

Lutheran Church of Our Savior

(The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod) 1157 3rd Ave. 507-831-3522 oursaviorslutheran.net

Seventh Day Adventist

N. Hwy. 71, 1 mi. north of Windom 507-831-5566 windom22.adventistchurchconnect.org

St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church 532 17th St. 507-831-3300 sfxwindom.org

45812 County Rd. 10, Sanborn 507-628-4255 www.rrcnet.org/~umcr/

Storden Baptist Church

Assembly of God

701 3rd Ave. 507-427-2215 www.mountainlakeassembly.org

Red Rock United Methodist Church

4011 United States Ave., Storden 507-445-3955 www.rrcnet.org/~baptists/

Trinity Lutheran Church 202 N. Deaver Ave., Jeffers 507-628-4855 www.rrcnet.org/~trinity

301 9th St. N. 507-427-3075 www.bethelmountainlake.com

Jeffers United Methodist Church

Cornerstone Bible Church 1019 Prince St. 507-427-2208 www.cornerstoneml.com

411 E. Whited St., P.O. Box 36, Jeffers 507-628-4255 www.rrcnet.org/~umcj/

First Mennonite Church

WESTBROOK

305 7th St. N. • Box 473 507-427-2237 www.mennolink.org/cong/first

Immanuel Baptist Church 655 6th St. 507-274-5556 ibcwestbrook.org

First Presbyterian Church 1217 6th Ave. 507-427-3209, or 507-427-3217

Grace Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Lakeview Gospel Church 1002 10th St. N. 507-427-2046

755 Adams Ave. 507-274-5572

Community Bible Church

Old Westbrook Lutheran Church (ELCA)

500 Klein St. 507-427-2538

25280 368th Ave., Westbrook 507-445-3189 www.rrcnet.org/~oldwest/

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church

St. Anthony’s Catholic Church

1418 2nd Ave. 507-427-2451 trinitymtnlake.360unite.com

1153 1st Ave. 507-274-5946

STORDEN & JEFFERS

Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Amo Lutheran Church 35368 County Road 5 507-445-3101

914 1st Ave. 507-274-5623

Bethany Lutheran Church

BERGEN & DELFT

300 America St., Storden 507-445-3432

Highwater Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Bethany Lutheran Church (ELCA)

7 mi. south of Lamberton, Cty Rd. 5 507-445-3189 www.rrcnet.org/~hiwater/

Jeffers Baptist Church

Bergen 507-831-1794

Delft Immanuel Church Delft 507-832-8314

½ mi. east of Hwy. 71 & 30, Jeffers 507-628-4924 jeffersbaptistchurch.com

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Cottonwood County Public Lands

he U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manage nearly 30 tracts totaling more than 11,000 acres of wildlife habitat in Cottonwood County. The FWS tracts are known as Waterfowl Production Areas, DNR tracts are known as Wildlife Management Areas and one DNR tract is known as a Scientific and Natural Area. The DNR tracts managed by the Wildlife Divisions are prairie grassland and wetland habitats ranging in size from 17 to over 400 acres. The exceptions are the Talcot Lake WMA, which is over 4,000 acres, and the Expandere WMA which is 850 acres, both located west of Windom. These areas are open to public use with certain restrictions, except portions of the Talcot Lake WMA which are closed to public use.

Lake are paved and handicapped-accessible. The Wings on the Prairie Discovery Center is a designated Prairie Passage site. Education is another key facet of FWS. The Wings on the Prairie Discovery Center on the Wolf Lake WPA provides students, as well as adults, a great location to learn about the environment. There is a small book sales area. The Wolf Lake WPA is comprised of restored wetlands, a shallow prairie lake, native prairie and oak savanna. Each of the ecosystems supports a different variety of wildlife and plant species and students receive hands-on experience while visiting the center. The DNR building (below) is located nearby on County Road 26. For more information, or to obtain a map to locate WMAs and WPAs call the numbers listed below.

There is also one newer DNR tract managed by the Ecological Services Division called the Rock Ridge Scientific and Natural Area (SNA). SNA’s are acquired to preserve places of ecological significance that contain rare plant and animal species, geologic formations and natural communities like remnant native prairies. All SNA’s are open to the public for nature observation, and educational and scientific research purposes. The FWS Visitor’s Center (above), located on County Road 17, is open to the public Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Interpretation is an important aspect of what the FWS provides. Adjacent to the interpretive center on the Wolf Lake WPA is a threequarter-mile interpretive walking trail complete with three observation decks, interpretive reading rail points, a floating dock, foot bridge, four bench nodes and a photo blind. The walking trails at Wolf U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE Windom Wetland Management District 1-800-577-2875 or 507-831-2220 www.midwest.fws.gov/windom

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MINNESOTA DEPT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES Windom Area Wildlife Office, 507-831-2900 Talcot Lake Management Area, 507-468-2248

Cottonwood County Lakes

ottonwood County invites you to enjoy the local lakes. Anglers will enjoy the summer fishing and winter ice fishing for walleye, northern pike, panfish, bass and spring fishing of bullheads. For more information contact the Environmental Office at 507-8312060 or the DNR at 507-831-2919. Fishing licenses are avail-

COTTONWOOD LAKE

STRING LAKES

BINGHAM LAKE

SUMMIT LAKE

146-acre aerated lake Access on west side from Hwy. 60-71. Go east on 16th St. for Â˝ mile. 274-acre aerated lake Access one mile north of the town of Bingham Lake on the east side of lake.

CLEAR LAKE

76-acre non-aerated lake On Hwy. 60. Access on north end. Carry in.

MOUNTAIN LAKE

241-acre aerated lake Along north edge of city of Mt. Lake. Access on east end or west end of lake. Carry in, on west end. Hiking/ bike trail around lake.

TALCOT LAKE

878-acre aerated lake 17 miles west of Windom on Hwy. 62. Access on south end of lake.

EAGLE LAKE

88-acre non-aerated lake Three miles west and one mile north of Mt. Lake. Access on northeast side of lake.

able in most convenience and hardware stores and bait is available at local bait shops. Handicapped accessible fishing piers are located at Cottonwood Lake, Fish Lake and at Double Lake.

DOUBLE LAKE

402-acre non-aerated lake Five miles west of Windom on Hwy. 62. Access on south side. Carry in.

227-acre aerated lake Three miles west and two miles north of Storden. Carry in access on south end of North Lake. Trailer access on north end of North Lake.

145-acre aerated lake Two miles southeast of Windom. Access on northeast side of lake. Carry in.

LONG LAKE

97-acre non-aerated lake Three miles west and two miles north of Mt. Lake. Access on southwest corner of lake.

OAKS LAKE

325-acre non-aerated lake Three miles west of Highway 62 on County Road 7. Access on south end of lake.

FISH LAKE

425-acre non-aerated lake Four accesses. One is four miles SE of Windom, three miles on Hwy. 71 to County Road 84. Go east one mile, turn left where blacktop ends.

SOUTH CLEAR LAKE

235-acre non-aerated lake 15 miles west and one mile south of Windom on Hwy. 62. Access on southwest. Carry in.

SHELLDORF CREEK

Five miles northwest of Windom on County Road 13.

BEAN LAKE

141-acre non-aerated lake Three miles west and three miles north of Storden (one mile north of Double Lake). Access on west side of lake.

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Dynamite Park

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Located two miles southeast of Mt. Lake. Turn east at Heritage House, 1 mile east, ½ mile south, at the end of a long driveway. 24 acres. Park closes at 10 p.m.

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80-acre parcel where the Des Moines River and Heron Lake Outlet meet, located 9 miles west of Windom on Hwy. 62. Park closes at 10 p.m.

Red Rock Falls

Located 5 miles north of the junction of Hwys. 30 and 71, 1 mile east. 13 acres. Park closes at 10 p.m.

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Located near Westbrook on CR6, 3¼ miles north from Hwy. 30. 24 acres. CAMPING: Available on limited basis; 10 sites with electric only (water available elsewhere on site), $10/night.

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Located 17 miles west of Windom on Hwy. 62. 40 acres RESERVATIONS: Phone 507-831-1389 TENTING: $10/night CAMPING: With water and electric, $23/night. Without water and electric, $15/night Two-week rates are available. Firewood is available.

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Kilen Woods State Park

Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping season is limited from Memorial Day to Labor Day. ADMISSION BY VEHICLE PERMIT: Daily permit, $5; annual state permit, $25; motorcycle permit, $20; second vehicle annual rate, $18. OVERNIGHT CAMPING: Walk-in and semi-modern sites, $19 (first-come, first-serve basis); semi-modern with electric, $27. OPEN DAILY: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. * For shelterhouse reservations, $45 per day, call 507-831-2900, ext. 221.

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Located in Brown County, 9 miles west of Comfrey on County Road 17, follow signs. Open April 15 thru Oct. 15 for daily use only, 8 a.m. to sunset. * For shelterhouse reservations, $20 per day, call 507-233-6640.

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hese trails are possible only through the kindness of farmers and landowners giving permission to cross their property. The sincere dedication of members, sponsoring snowmobile clubs and local, county and state officials make these trails possible. Courtesy on the trails is appreciated. When possible, take the time to greet a landowner. Have a good time snowmobiling in Cottonwood County.

• These trails are for snowmobilers. Four-wheel drive vehicles are prohibited. • These rules are enforced by the Cottonwood County Sheriff ’s Dept. If violations of these rules are observed, please notify the sheriff ’s department.

For your safety and enjoyment, please observe the following rules when on Cottonwood County’s snow trails: • Do not wander off trails. You have permission to ride the marked trails only. • Do not remove or destroy any trail signs. • Do not damage any trees, shrubs, etc. • Do not litter. • Take special care when crossing roadways and going through fenced areas. • Remember lakes are never completely safe due to springs, creeks and channels eroding the ice away from the underside. Stay close to shoreline whenever possible. • Remember all snowmobilers are judged by the actions of a few. Please do not cause any disturbances or damage to any property. • Where trails follow public roads, obey all traffic laws and regulations. Keep to the right, dim lights, etc. • Snowmobilers are prohibited from operating on certain public streets in many towns. When in these areas, watch for marked streets or check with city officials.

Contact person for trail maps for Big Bend Snow Riders Club is Kevin Moulder, 507-628-4847.

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Cottonwood County Historical Society

Located at 812 4th Ave., Windom.

507-831-1134

No admission charged for the museum. Fee of $2 to use the research library. Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

stablished in 1901 (formerly the Old Settlers Association), the Cottonwood County Historical Society has occupied the old Co-Op Oil Association building since 1973. The Society’s mission is to collect, preserve and disseminate the history of the county. The museum includes the Remick Gallery, Exhibit Hall and expanded research library. The Remick Gallery is a changing art gallery showcasing local and regional artists along with thematic shows. In April, county students showcase art work of varied mediums in the annual “Cottonwood County Student Art Show.” The summer exhibit, entitled “Wood & Wool: The Sampson Family Odyssey,” features Tom Sampson, a wood turner who creates artistic objects from wood. The exhibit will also feature textile fiber arts by members of his family. The exhibit runs from May 3 to Sept. 5. Opening Sept. 20 is an exhibit by Deborah Meyer, a graduate of Windom High School who lives in California. She will display more than 15 pieces of art work — water color is his her medium of choice — featuring numerous equestrian images. The exhibit runs through Nov. 21. During December, the gallery hosts its annual Festival of Trees display with over 15 Christmas trees decorated by local individuals, organizations and businesses. The Exhibit Hall has 3,000 square feet of space dedicated to the interpretation of the county’s rich history, from pre-European settlement to the early 20th century. A portion of the exhibit is completed, giving visitors an opportunity to spend time learning about the towns of the county and places of interest. See artifacts of the Plains Indian before visiting an immigrant log cabin with Norwegian heritage. Contrast their lifestyle to the English Yankee’s Victorian Parlor of the 1890s. Then, go to the head of the class at the one-room rural school.

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Enjoy the contrast of an early 1940s kitchen prior to and after electricity. Guests also will step back in time to see a small chapel, general store/post office and farm workshop. One area of the Exhibit Hall that received an upgrade last year is the military exhibit. With the help of a grant from the Minnesota Historical Society, new panels were installed and a software program was obtained for collecting names of Cottonwood County veterans who served from all branches of the Armed Forces. Volunteers are adding names and information to the site which the CCHS hopes to have accessible to visitors this summer. The expanded research library contains copies of early county photographs, plat books, directories, genealogy records, tax records and rural school histories. Microfilm copies of the county newspapers and census records can be read on the micro-film reader-printer. The historical society also has expanded its gift shop which is located in the lobby of the museum. It offers a variety of books, crocks and other items that focus on Cottonwood County history as well as Minnesota history.

Jeffers Petroglyphs May 23 thru Labor Day Weekend

A prairie passage site. Located 15 miles north of Windom on Hwy. 71 to Hwy. 30, then 3 miles east and 3 miles north on County Road 2. Admission: $7 adults; $6 seniors; $5 for children 6 to 17; $5 group rate (10 or more) with reservations. Call 507-628-5591

n glacier-scarred bedrock rising from Southwest Minnesota’s prairie grasses, the Jeffers Petroglyphs historic site protects thousands of ancient rock carvings, or “petroglyphs.” This is a sacred place, one that has been used by many American Indian tribes over a period of 7,000 years. For their descendants, it is a place to seek communion with the spirits, find directions left by travelers and learn from elders who teach through the stories pictured on the rock. You can search the rock outcroppings for carvings of buffalo, turtles, thunderbirds and humans, which illustrate the rich and sophisticated cultures that have inhabited this area. Follow the trails through restored and virgin prairies teeming with cactus, blossoming flowers and rare plants. In the visitor center, you can view a video presentation about the site and exhibits about American Indian culture and prairie ecology. Interpreters and hands-on activities help tell the story of the carvings and the prairie.

HOURS: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays: 12 to 5 p.m.; Saturdays in September: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tours: Open for tours, by advance reservation, for groups of 10 or more. Call for educational or group tour programs, or visit: http://www.mnhs.org/places/sites/jp

Daily educational programs will be held at 2 p.m. throughout the season. Each week a different program exploring American Indian culture, prairie ecology or the scientists who study them will be featured. Guided tours are offered daily at 10:30 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.

SPECIAL PROGRAMs Saturday, June 20 • 1-5 p.m.

American Indian Handicrafts

Get in touch with your artistic side by creating American Indian hand-crafted items. From 1 to 3 p.m., learn how to use fibers from native plants to make cordage, also known as string. From 3 to 5 p.m., use clay to create pinch or coil pots while learning about traditional American Indian pottery. Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18 • 6 p.m. to midnight

Starry Night/Prairie Night

View the carvings when they are best seen — at dusk — by participating in a guided tour at 6:30 p.m. You will then have the opportunity to learn about constellations through stories from around the world, visit with astronomers and view stars and planets through telescopes. Saturday, August 15 • 1-5 p.m.

Celebrate the Garden Harvest

Come and enjoy a taste of fire-roasted sweet corn, bean soup and other in-season foods as we discuss the people of the Great Plains Village period and find out how New World Farmers invented crops that changed the world. Information on other special events

For information about other special events at Jeffers Petroglyphs, visit: http://events.mnhs.org/calendar/Index.cfm?VenueID=11

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Windom Area Hospital

indom Area Hospital is a Critical Access Hospital providing 24-hour comprehensive healthcare and emergency services, including general medical, surgical, swing bed, and obstetrical services. The hospital is a member of Sanford Health and is owned by the City of Windom. The medical staff consists of primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and surgeons that provide services to area residents. In addition to our primary care providers, our Outreach Department provides local access to high quality specialists. We have 14 specialized physicians providing clinical care in the areas of Cardiology, ENT, General Surgery, Oncology/Hematology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Pulmonology and Urology. We also provide inpatient and outpatient Diabetic Education. Windom Area Hospital provides 24-hour emergency medical services and is proud to offer 24-hour onsite physician coverage. Lab and imaging services are available 24 hours a day. Our OB wing, “The Birth Place,” features private, familycentered labor/delivery and postpartum care rooms, each with a whirlpool tub. Free prenatal classes are offered throughout the year to our community.

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Located just off Highway 71, to the north of Windom. 507-831-2400, Windom • 507-427-2700, Mt. Lake Website: www.windomareahospital.com

Our Rehabilitation Department has a team of specialists ready to meet your physical, occupational and speech therapy needs. Appointments are accepted Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by special arrangement. Windom Area Health & Fitness offers wellness services, including: cardiovascular and strengthening exercise equipment; group exercise classes; nutrition and weight loss education; and health assessments and screenings. Windom Area Hospital is committed to maintaining up-to-date technology and facilities. Our centralized Imaging Department has in-house digital mammography equipment with appointments available five days a week. Windom Area Hospital also provides modern X-ray, CT Scan, DEXA Scan and Ultrasound services. The hospital offers dining and kitchen areas. The dining room is open to the public daily, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Sanford Westbrook Medical Center

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anford Westbrook Medical Center, a fully accredited Critical Access Hospital has been at the heart of the Westbrook community for over 50 years. Built to assure the community’s physician would have a local facility to tend to patients who were in need of hospital care, Sanford Westbrook continues to provide quality comprehensive health care for Westbrook and the surrounding communities.

Located at 920 Bell Ave., Westbrook. 507-274-6121 Email: info@sanfordwestbrook.org Website: www.sanfordwestbrook.org

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The clinic offers a comprehensive range of clinical services including general family medicine, immunizations, wellness exams, pediatric and wellchildcare, physical exams, pre and post-natal care and Women’s Health Programs including the SAGE Program — a women’s health assistance program. Comprehensive laboratory, radiology and CT services are available to medical providers to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

nursing and home health aide services. Peterson Estates Senior Living facility is directly attached to the hospital giving residents the security of knowing health care is just foot steps away. Peterson Estates is a 21-apartment independent living facility with additional services available as needed. Sanford Westbrook Medical Center…. Dedicated to the work of health and healing.

As a member of the Sanford Health Network, Sanford Westbrook has access to specialized services in multiple areas on a regularly scheduled basis. Services

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Windom Community Center

Located at 1750 Cottonwood Lake Drive. Take Highway 60-71 to 16th St. (look for Toro). Go ½ mile east. Rental hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday. Office hours: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone: 507-831-6149, Fax: 507- 831-6164, Email: wincc@windomnet.com Facebook: windom_community_center

he community’s $2 million, multi-purpose center is about to begin its 15th year. It overlooks scenic Cottonwood Lake and offers an ideal setting for banquets, parties and other events. In addition to a 10,000-square foot multi-purpose room, kitchen, dining room and smaller meeting room, the Senior Citizen Center and Senior Dining are housed there. Since April of 2000, more than 255,000 meals have been prepared here for the Senior Dining program. The 21,000 square-foot facility, completed in November 1999, has hosted more than 3,200 events, ranging from corporate meetings and parties, to concerts and recreational and sporting events. The multi-purpose room can accommodate up to 1,000 people for theaterstyle seating and up to 800 for banquet-style seating. Wedding rental items, such as a full swag ceiling and wedding backdrops, are also available. Since opening, more than 1 million people have used the facility with wedding receptions and dances scheduled year-round. An advertisement containing more photos and information about the center can be found elsewhere in this guide.

2015 Schedule of events: March 7

Des Moines Valley Deer Hunters Banquet

Motorcycle Swap meet

Hospital Foundation waffle feed

MN Assn. of Townships meeting

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ZEDS volleyball tournament Lions Pancake Breakfast

April 11

Ducks Unlimited Banquet

Windom Fire Dept. dance

May 9-10

ZEDS volleyball tournament

Red Cross Bloodmobile

Memorial Day service

July 8 Oct. 3

Red Cross Bloodmobile Chamber Craft & Collectible Show

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Windom Convention & Visitor’s Bureau Gun & Knife Show

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BARC (Business, Arts & Recreation Center)

Located at 1012 5th Ave., Windom.

507-831-2375

Office hours: Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

barcwindom@windomnet.com

Rental hours: 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.

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he Business, Arts & Recreation Center, more commonly referred to as “BARC,” is a familiar Windom landmark with a rich history in the community. Formerly known as Windom High School and Area Central School, the building has touched the lives of children and their families from Windom’s neighborhoods to the surrounding region. It is more than a building — it is a legacy! In 2002, the dream of local citizens became a reality. This 76,000 square foot former school building was saved from demolition and became BARC. In 13 years of operation, it has provided unique opportunities to the community. Its halls not only echo the past, but look to the future. As a nonprofit 501c3 organization, BARC’s mission is to develop and sustain a positive environment for the arts, education, recreation and business. BARC prides itself on being community responsive! To that end, BARC offers: • A 650-seat performing arts auditorium. • Full and half gymnasium with bleachers. • An art gallery, featuring local artists. • A book and puzzle exchange library • VHS and DVD movie library. • Listening library featuring books on tape/CD, music CDs. • Hall walking. • Room rentals for gatherings from 2 to 600 or more. • Technology and conference rooms. • Long-term leasing and short-term rental. • Wi-Fi.

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WCA Concert — Cornet Chop Suey ZEDS 12 Volleyball Tournament ZEDS 14 Volleyball Tournament PAC musical — Annie Get Your Gun Windom Area Chordhustlers Concert 4x4 Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Teddy Roosevelt One-Man Show BARC Spring Brunch WCA Concert — The Limeliters Cinco de Mayo ECFE Picnic Red Rock Ridge ALC graduation Blackstad Brothers — Everly Bros. concert Miss Riverfest Pageant American Lutheran Pancake Breakfast International Youth Concert BARC Silent Auction BARC Block Party/Annual meeting Prairie Fire Children's Theater BARC Party on the Lot WCA Concert — To be announced Haunted ‘Sghoul’ House Haunted ‘Sghoul’ House Haunted ‘Sghoul’ House WCA Concert — To be announced Chili, Soup & Pie Meal BARC Holiday Brunch BARC Holiday Show Blues Year Eve

Jan. Feb.

Pancake breakfast Chordhustlers Youth In Harmony Festival BARC Valentine’s Day event WCA Concert — To be announced

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WECC

Frustrated with your computer?

indom Education & Collaborative Center (WECC) embraces a clear mission to elevate the skills and education of the area’s workforce by developing programs and services that meet the needs of Windom and the region. Since 2008, WECC has offered a variety of education courses, technology classes and business-related training to the public.

We can help!

In 2015, WECC relocated to the Windom Area Chamber of Commerce office. Chamber executive John Lafferty manages WECC’s operation, while Sam Dewanz was recently hired as a new event and education coordinator. WECC offers video conferencing for 10 to 15 people at its new location. It will also employs laptop computers to bring training to businesses. In 2014, WECC received a Toro Legacy Grant to assist with watershed educational programs.

Located at 303 9th St., Windom. 507-822-7185 Website: www.weccwindom.com

Think BARC ...

For gatherings from 2 to 600 or more! We have a variety of choice spaces, resources and technology to accommodate your needs!

AvAilAble For . . .

• Banquets/Meetings • Receptions/Reunions • And More!

B usiness A rts & R ecreation C enter Inc. 507-831-2375 P.O. Box 123 1012 5th Ave. Windom barcwindom@windomnet.com • www.barcwindom.com

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Technology Division of Citizen Publishing Co.

260 10th Street • Windom, MN 56101 800-658-2510 • 507-831-3455 rickf@windomnews.com • corym@windomnews.com jerryw@windomnews.com • mikescho@windomnews.com

Email: weccenter@gmail.com

• Concerts • Gym Facilities • Classes/Trainings

For all your home or business computer concerns, call us today!

• Computer repair • Upgrades & tune-ups • Computer purchasing assistance & set up • Virus & spyware removal • Networking planning/ analysis • Disaster recovery • Training • Home user service & training

Your Farm Real Estate Professionals Professional farm management services in Cottonwood, Jackson, Martin, Murray, Nobles, Redwood and Rock counties.

We can help you manage, sell or purchase farmland.

Full real estate service from the listing through the closing.

FAIRLAND MANAGEMENT COMPANY Farm Management • Farm Real Estate Sales

507-831-2808 339 11th St., Windom, MN 56101

BROKERS: Cynthia K. Moen & Klay D. Walinga FARM MANAGEMENT ADVISORS/SALESPERSONS: Steven J. Hiniker & Charles P. Dewanz FARM MANAGEMENT ADVISOR: Jeremy B. Hooge fairland@fairlandmanagement.com www.fairlandmanagement.com

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City of Windom Arena

Located at County Fairgrounds, seven blocks off Hwy. 60 on 13th St.

he 50,000 sq. ft., multi-purpose facility offers yearround recreation, the Arena includes two airconditioned racquetball courts in the southwest corner of the building. Wallyball, a version of volleyball, and three-on-three basketball may also be played on the courts. Racquetball leagues meet throughout the year while wallyball leagues are held in the fall and winter. Weekend tournaments for wallyball and racquetball are scheduled in late winter and early spring. From late October through March, artificial ice fills the 85x200-ft. rink in front of the grandstand, which seats 1,100. Youth hockey games and tournaments, figure skating lessons and an ice show, broom ball and open skating are activities that keep the LP-powered Zamboni busy. An additional sheet of ice measuring 165x45 is also available. This ice can be used for group skating, hockey, figure skaters, broom ball and a variety of other activities. An indoor batting cage and golf driving range are also available at the Arena. During spring and summer months, horse shows, auto shows, auctions and special county fair events are held in the Arena. A large paved parking lot provides an ideal outdoor dance floor for summer months. During the county fair, the lot becomes a midway. An outdoor horse riding arena is available for riding, clinics and calf-roping. In addition, the Arena will have open riding available Tuesday nights throughout the summer.

507-831-6122, winarena@windomnet.com HOURS: Open Monday through Friday (mid-March through mid-October), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open seven days a week mid-October thru mid-March, noon to 9 p.m. (or by special arrangement) OPEN RIDING: Tuesday evenings, 5-9 p.m. CHECK THE CITY of Windom website (www.windom-mn.com) for the Arena schedule

2015 Horse Shows May 8-9 15-17 22-24 30-31 June 6-7 20-21 26-28 July 11-12 17-19 24-26 Aug. 1-2 19-22 28-30 Sept. 11-13

Trail Clinic MN Cutting Horse Association MN Palomino Show Horse Clinic Reg. Cutting Horse Competition SD Palomino Association Region 1 Quarter Horse Roping Nat’l Versatility Ranch Horse Assn MN Cutting Horse Association SD POA Show Windom Saddle Club (tentative) Cottonwood County Fair MN Palomino/Futurity Show SD Palomino Association

FEES:

• Racquetball, $3.00 per hour (non-members), $1.50 student K-12

• Basketball, $12.50/hour for court time

• Wallyball, $20.00/hour for use of court

• Golf Cage, $15.00 per hour/person

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• Batting Cage, $15.00 per hour

County Libraries

he Windom Public Library, established in 1883, houses a collection of 30,000 volumes, 80 magazines and four newspaper subscriptions, as well as audio books, videos and DVDs ranging from children’s, action, comedy and drama to the newest releases. The library also has 11 PCs available to patrons with Internet access available. The children’s library includes enhanced services and a larger storytime area. As a member of the Plum Creek system, an alliance of independent libraries in Southwestern Minnesota that share resources and programs, the library is able to offer an expanded list of ebooks as well as hard cover books and paperbacks. Since 1989, the library services have been free to all Cottonwood County residents, which includes a summer reading program for children and a winter reading program for adults. Located on the southwest corner of the Square, the former First National Bank, built in 1911, has been home to the library since 1985. The building of Bedford stone, marble pillars and granite walls was renovated by community volunteers to match, as closely as possible, the original colors of the bank’s decor. A large mural on the north wall of the main room, which was painted by Roy F. Olson in the late 1940s, features an early settler plowing with his oxen. The Friends of the Library, a group of volunteers that works to benefit the library and the community, also provided funding in 2012 for the purchase of new stacks (below), which replaced stacks that were more than 40 years old.

WINDOM Located at 904 4th Ave. 507-831-6131 Hours: Mondays, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

MT. LAKE Located at 1054 4th Ave.

WESTBROOK

507-427-2506

507-274-6174

Hours: Monday & Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Hours: Mondays & Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Wednesdays, 1 to 6 p.m.; Thursdays & Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays (Nov.-April), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Located at 556 1st Ave.

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County Pools Tenative season: June 3 thru August 16

Windom POOL (outdoor)

Located at Island Park.

DAILY PUBLIC SESSIONS Open Swimming: Mon. through Sun., 2 to 5 p.m.; Tues., Thurs. and Sat. 2 to 5 p.m. & 6 to 8 p.m. Adult Hour: Mon. through Thurs., 5 to 6 p.m. Family Hour: Mon., Wed., Fri. & Sun., 6 to 8 p.m. $7.50 per family during Family Hour

celebrating its 50th year! Call 507-831-6124 for pool info line 2015 Daily Rates: Students: $3:75; Adults: $3.75; $1.25 for non-swimmers and wading pool; $7.50 for daily family swim Season Family: $106 until May 31, $116 after Season INDIVIDUAL: $56 until May 31, $61 after Season NON-SWIMMER/WADING POOL INDIVIDUAL: $28 Water Aerobics & Red Cross Swimming LESSONS available Aqua Zumba: The Windom Pool announces an aquatic version of the dance/fitness sensation Zumba will be starting at the pool this summer. Classes are tentatively planned for two days a week. Leave a message at 507-8316124 to be contacted for more information concerning Aqua Zumba classes. Private Pool Rental: $100. Minimum up to party of 40, additional fee based on number in party in excess of 40. Inquire about birthday party rates for pool & food. Leave a message at 507-831-6124. Send all emails to: winarena@windomnet.com

MT. LAKE POOL (indoor) 507-427-2325, ext. 133

Located at Mt. Lake Public School, Mt. Lake. Family Swim Time (Oct. thru March): Mondays, 6 to 7:30 p.m.; Morning Lap Swim (year-round): Monday-Friday, 6 to 7:30 a.m. Summer Hours (June thru Mid-August): Monday Friday, 2-4 p.m. Open Swim daily pass: $2 resident; $2.25 non resident

WESTBROOK POOL (outdoor)

507-274-5539

Located in City Park, Westbrook. Open Swimming: Monday-Sunday, 1to 5 p.m.; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Water Walking/Tot-Time: Monday-Sunday, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Daily rates: $2 per person; $1 for Kiddie Pool

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Recreation

Sun Valley Gun Club Located 7 miles NW of the Windom Country Club on River Road (County Road 13). A Game and Fish membership is required to use the range one time. For return visits, a Gun Club membership is required.

Canoe Access Windom has one canoe access to the Des Moines River near the Island Park campground.

Disc Golf

ounded in 1966, the Sun Valley Gun Club is NW of Windom. The club is known for its many trap-shooting activities but also has an NRA-approved rifle range and pistol range. Several regular shooters at the club have won state and national awards. Trap-shooting leagues are held every Tuesday night (April-September) from 7 to 10 p.m.

Skateboard Park Located near Kastle Kingdom and Recreation Area in Windom.

he Windom Skateboard Park was constructed in 2003 after months of fund-raising by a group of local teens. A large grant from the Remick Foundation, as well as donations from various businesses and organizations, helped make the park a reality. The park features a number of ramps, jumps and obstacles designed to challenge skateboarders and stunt bicycle riders of all skill levels. The park is open for use year-round (unless covered by snow). Lights for the park are on a timer, and turn off at 10 p.m., when the park closes. The park is open at 6 a.m. daily. Use of the park is free of charge.

Windom has a challenging nine-hole disc golf course, located at Mayflower Park.

Tennis Courts Three tennis courts, with lights provided at no cost, are located in Witt Park at 5th Ave. and 10th St.

he Windom tennis courts have been a staple in Windom for more than 30 years and continue to get seasonal use. The three courts received a $12,000 facelift in July 2008 when they were acid-etched to remove contaminants, then hydroblasted to clean the surface and remove loose materials. After an acrylic primer was put down, two coats of sandmix blue covering, or "U.S. Open Blue," was put down followed by two coats of white playing lines. The courts are in top condition and cater to tennis players of all ages.

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Rolling Hills Golf Club

Located 3 miles west of Westbrook on Hwy. 30.

Green Fees Weekends is $15 for 9 and $18 for 18

507-274-5166

Cart Rental is $12 for 9 holes and $15 for 18.

Green Fees weekdays is $12 for 9 and $15 for 18.

Club rental $3 for whole day

(Prices for golf and cart rental do not include sales tax.)

estled in the scenic prairie west of Westbrook, Rolling Hills Golf Club is a course that lives up to its name. The gently-rolling terrain, coupled with trees, sand traps and water hazards, can challenge golfers of any skill level while still being gentle enough to walk comfortably. Playing the course will challenge every club in the bag and will test a golfer’s daring, skill and smarts. Rolling Hills is a classic “risk/reward” golf course, where the daring golfer will either be rewarded with lower scores if a bold shot is accurate or punished by hazards or tough lies if a risky shot goes awry. And every day can bring a new challenge, depending on speed and direction of the typical Southwest Minnesota winds — further putting each and every club in the bag to the test. The course is open to the public daily, excluding Tuesday Ladies’ League Day and Wednesday Men’s League Day. League play at the course begins in May. Contact the clubhouse to see if tee times are needed on a particular day. Cart rentals are also available. In addition to the weekly Ladies’ and Men’s Leagues, Rolling Hills also hosts numerous tournaments throughout the season. Among the highlights are the annual Two-Bar Tournament and the Healthcare Scramble in June, the Member-Guest Tournament in July and the Parent-Relative/Child Tournament in August. Rolling Hills also hosts an annual Youth Open as well as Ladies’ and Men’s Club Championships. Rolling Hills features the Hole 19 Restaurant in the clubhouse, which is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. after Mother’s Day. The clubhouse is also available to host parties and class reunions.

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2015 Tournament Schedule May 3 June 13 20 26 July 4 18-19 25 Aug. 3 4 6 8-9 11 15 21 29-30 Sept. 12 20

2-person Best Ball, Best Shot Couples Tournament WWG Alumni Tournament Healthcare Scramble Holly Hills Wine Tournament Member-Guest Tournament Legion Tournament Men’s Senior Open Ladies Cancer Society 4-Lady Youth Tournament Two-Bar Tournament Ladies Club Tournament Parent/Relative/Child Tournament 4-Person Glow Ball Scramble Men’s Club Tournament 3-Person Scramble 4-Person Last Chance Beautiful

9-HOLE GOLF COURSE

Open to the public except Tues. & Wed. P.M.

Rental clubs & cart rentals available!

HOLE 19 RESTAURANT Open 7 days a week • 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Rolling Hills golf CouRse

507-274-5166 Located 3 miles west of Westbrook, Hwy. 30

MONDAYS ONLY: Burger Bar

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Windom Country Club

Located 2¾ miles NW on 13th St. & River Road.

507-831-3489

NON-RESIDENT FEES (PLUS TAX): Rates are, $12 for 9 holes weekdays, $14 on weekends; $19 for 18 holes weekdays, $21 on weekends. Clubs can be rented for $5. CART RENTALS: New electric carts $12 for 9 holes; $19 for 18 holes. Hand-pull carts $2.50.

rganized in 1947, the Windom Country Club is tucked neatly in the valley of the Des Moines River on the northwest edge of Windom. The challenging 9-hole course measures 2,959 yards for men and 2,597 for women. Course is known as one of the region's best-maintained courses, thanks in part to a fleet of Toro mowers and a Toro irrigation system. The WCC offers discounts to firstyear members and a clubhouse that's open to the public and popular for class reunions, wedding receptions, anniversaries and other events. The clubhouse features snacks, sandwiches, short order, Friday “Wing It” Night and a full-service bar.

2015 Event Schedule

March 26 April 2 June 6 July 11-12 26 Aug. 29-30

Clubhouse Opens First Men’s Night Member-Guest Sign-up Ag Open 2-Man Toro Member-Guest Pre-Harvest 3-Man Men’s Club Tournament

Open to outof-town guests Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday

• 9-Hole Regulation Par 36 • Green Fees • Gas Carts For Rent • Full Bar

RESTAURANT

Open to the public 5 days a week (Closed Tuesday & Thursday to public)

COUPON

Don’t miss WING NIGHT every Friday April - Oct.

FREE 18 Hole Greens Fee with cart rental Must present coupon at Windom Country Club.

Dates for several tournaments at WCC, including the Couples Tournament, Senior Tournament, State Farm Ladies Tournament, Hy-Vee 2-Lady Tournament and Ladies Club Tournament, have not yet been determined. Those dates will be posted on the event board at the course when they have been determined.

Call in advance for tee times at:

507-831-3489

Windom Country Club 2¾ miles NW on River Road in Windom

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City Parks

Swimming

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FG = Frisbee Golf RT = Running Track T = Tennis G = Grills SO = Soccer

Sports

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Hook-Ups

Playground

Restroom

SB/B = Softball/Baseball HS = Horseshoes D = Dump Station L = Lake SK = Skateboarding

Picnic Facilities

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Fishing Dock

Boat Landing

SV = Sand Volleyball BB = Basketball E = Electricity P = Pool S = Snow Sledding

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Located on 6th Ave. & 20th St. at the south edge of Windom.

Island Park

Entrance on Hwy. 62 & 4th Ave., 30 acres. No admission charge. Overnight camping $10 hook-up includes electricity. Shelter house can be reserved for $60 by calling 507-8316129; otherwise shelter house is available at no cost on firstcome, first-serve basis.

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Located in northwest Windom across from Dynamite Park.

Kastle Kingdom

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Mayflower Park

Located south of the old Industrial Park, 6th St. east to County Road 26. 35 acres. No admission charge.

Tegels Park

Located on Cottonwood Lake. Six acres. No admission charge. Just off Lakeview Ave., near the Windom Community Center. Shelter house can be reserved for $60 by calling 507-8316129; otherwise shelter house is available at no cost on firstcome, first-serve basis.

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Windom Recreation Area

Located at the corner of Lakeview Avenue and 16th St. Ballparks can be reserved by calling 507-831-6122.

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Located on 5th Ave. & 10th St.

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MT. LAKE PARKS City Park

Mt. Lake City Park is located on Third Ave., between 10th and 9th Streets.

Island View Campground

Located at the corner of Golf Course Road and Prince Street in Mt. Lake. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis from May 1 thru Nov. 1.

Lawcon Park

Located on the southeast shore of Mountain Lake, off of Golf Course Rd.

Munson Field

County Road 1 North in Mt. Lake.

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Toro

Located at 174 16th St. along Highway 60-71 in Windom. 507-831-3333

• Occupies 305,000 square feet. • Employs 650-700 people. • Die Cast, welding and plastic injection molding departments operate 24 hours a day, 5 days a week. • The Toro Company celebrated its 100th anniversary in July of 2014. Its mission is to be the leading worldwide provider of outdoor landscaping products, support systems and integrated systems. The Windom facility manufactures Toro snow throwers, zero-turn mowers, lawn tractors and other commercial lawn products. • Windom Toro plant was established in 1951. • Toro’s average annual contribution to community projects, organizations and other needs is $35,000 to $40,000. In recognition of the company’s 100th anniversary in 2014, Toro made more than $100,000 in local donations last year. In addition, Toro planted 100 new trees at the Windom Recreation Area.

www.thetorocompany.com

174 16th Street Windom, MN 56101

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Located on Highway 60, Bingham Lake.

Take a photo at one of the Cottonwood County locations featured in this guide, make sure to include people in it, and submit it to citizen@windomnews.com.

eventeen years ago, the partnership of Southwest Minnesota Agrifuels Cooperative (SMAC) and Broin Enterprises, Inc. constructed a corn grain ethanol facility, which is now known as POET Biorefining - Bingham Lake.

Photos must be high resolution, 300 dpi preferred, in order for us to publish them. When submitting, please include: • Who took photo and who is in it? • Where the photo was taken?

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Each year this facility utilizes 11 million bushels of corn from area farmers to produce 33.5 million gallons of ethanol, 75,000 tons of Dakota Gold DDGS, 50,000 tons of liquid CO2 and 5,000 tons of corn oil. The plant proudly employs 40 people with an annual payroll of $2.5 million.

Next year we will choose a handful of photos to use in our guide, giving you full credit for the photos.

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Telecommunications Basic package 2............................................... PBS St. Paul 3...........................................Windom Access 4.......................................WCCO (CBS Mpls.) 5........................................KSTP (ABC Mpls.) 6.................................KTTW (Fox Sioux Falls) 7....................................... KMWB (23 Mpls.) 8.........................................WFTC (29 Mpls.) 9........................................KMSP (Fox Mpls.) 10.............................. KELO (CBS Sioux Falls) 11..................................... KARE (NBC Mpls.) 12................................. KEYC (CBS Mankato) 13.............................. KSFY (ABC Sioux Falls)

indom's state-of-the-art telecommunications system, known as "Windomnet," began operations in April of 2005.

The project, which emerged from six years of research and a $9.7 million bond sale, resulted in a system that delivers fiber-optics to every residence and business in the community. It is believed to be the largest municipal fiber-optics deployment in Minnesota. Windom residents and businesses now have a cityowned system that offers: • Multiple internet speeds — dial-up; "Ultra High Speed Internet Lite" (downloads 15 times faster than dial-up); "High-Speed Internet Basic"; plus speeds of up to 1000 megabits for businesses and other special circumstances. • Enhanced cable TV services including High Definition TV, digital TV and more than 125 cable channel options, which include a variety of sports, movie and music packages. • A state-of-the-art municipal telephone system that offers the best in customized business-related telephone and data packages. Plus the following residential calling features: voice mail, call waiting, speed dialing, selective call rejection, caller ID, call forwarding, sim ring and busy call transfer.

Expanded basic package 26....................................................... WGN 27.........................................................TBS 28......................................................... TNT 29...................................................... Bravo 30.................................................. Spike TV 31.......................................................ESPN 32.....................................................ESPN2 33............................................ ESPN Classic 34............................................MLB Network 35................................................. Discovery 36.........................................Disney Channel 37.............................................Nickelodeon 38.............................................. ABC Family 39.......................................Fox Sports North 40................................................. Fox News 41........................................................... FX 42.........................................................USA 43.........................................................A&E 44................................................... Lifetime 45........................................History Channel 46.......................................................HGTV 47.......................................... Animal Planet 48................................ Turner Classic Movies 49................................................... TV Land 50........................... American Movie Channel 51........................................ Comedy Central 52..........................................Travel Channel 53........................................................ CNN

For more information regarding Windomnet go to: www.windomnet.com or call 507-832-8000.

Home of the Thickburger SERVING BREAKFAST 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. AND DINNER 10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 507-831-3429 • Hwy. 60-71 • Windom, MN 44 Hardees 2015 (visitorCottonwood guide 2015) County Visitor & Resource Guide

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54..................................CNN Headline News 55..........................................................TLC 56........................................................ MTV 57.........................................................CMT 58.......................................................VH-1 59........................................... SyFy Channel 60......................................................Trinity 61....................................................MAV TV 62.........................................................RFD 63...........................................Food Network 64................................. National Geographic 65......................................................EWTN 66........................................Big 10 Network 67.....................................Blue Highways TV 68............................................Gospel Music 69................................Fox Sports North Plus 70...............................Do It Yourself Network 71.............................................FXX Network 72....................................................MSNBC 73....................................G4 Video Game TV 74.....................................Hallmark Channel 75................................Fox Business Channel 76..........................National Geographic Wild 77.......................................Cartoon Network 78.............................................Fox Sports 1 97.......................................................CNBC 99.........................................................QVC

High-Definition Package 80............................ WCCO 81..............................KSTP 82............................. KARE 83...........................WUCW 86..............................KSTC 88.............................WFTC 89.............................KMSP 93................KSMN PBS HD 94..............................KELO 95........................UTV UPN 96..............................KSFY 97..............................KEYC 98........................KEYC Fox 99..............................KDLT 100.............. KARE Weather 401.........................AXS.TV 402..............HD Net Movies 403................. Fox Sports 1

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Windom Economic Development Authority

nder the leadership of Executive Director Aaron Backman, Windom's Economic Development Authority actively promotes economic growth and vitality in the Windom area. Here are the EDA's strategic goals for 2015: • Strategic Goal 1: Continue planning and implementation of Phase II of the North Windom Industrial Park (NWIP) infrastructure project and continue to seek a Preferred Data Center site designation and/or data center for NWIP. • Strategic Goal 2: Encourage developers to evaluate the feasibility of construction of additional housing units for all demographic groups in the community, including senior citizens and individuals who do not fall within the income guidelines for leasing of existing rentral property. • Strategic Goal 3: Recruit at least one additional new restaurant to locate locate or expand into the city of Windom, preferably along the city’s main commercial corridor, U.S Highway 71/State Highway 60, or in the downtown area. • Strategic Goal 4: Collaborate with government and local organizations to promote the community as a whole. • Strategic Goal 5: Collaborate with existing local manufacturing, distribution and other commercial businesses to expand/remain within the city of Windom. The EDA offers commercial and light industrial lots for development. For example, the EDA has land available in its North Windom Industrial Park located a mile north of Windom along Highway 71. The 80-acre, light industrial park has seven lots available for manufacturing, data centers, terminals, distribution centers, etc. In River Bluff Estates, a subdivision located in southwest Windom, the EDA offers four lots for residential construction.

IN 2013, THE EDA led an effort to install new directional signs along Highway 60-71 in Windom. The goal of these signs is to help visiting motorists more easily navigate the community and find specific destinations. A Remick Foundation grant helped make the new directional signs a reality.

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Industry Hiebert Greenhouses of Minnesota

Pop’d KERNS

“A corn crunch like no other!” Krienke Foods International, Inc. Caleb Krienke, President 1716 Stuart Avenue, Mt. Lake Office: 800-692-6762 or 507-427-0014 Fax: 507-427-2631

2101 3rd Ave., Mt. Lake

• Whole grain, gluten free non-GMO ingredients

507-427-2801 • Wholesale greenhouse • Occupies 150,000 square feet • Employs 14 (March to June)

Milk Specialties 2204 3rd Ave., Mt. Lake.

• Established in 1936 • Protein Hydrolysates

Fast Distributing

• Agglomeration • Granulation • Highly-Functional Ingredients • Nanofiltration

Balzer, Inc. 2309 3rd Ave., Mt. Lake 54859 CR 44., Mt. Lake 507-427-3861

507-427-3133 • Specializes in animal waste-handling systems

• Manufactures agriculture sprayers and specializes in powder coat painting

• Occupies 140,000 square feet

• Occupies 50,000 square feet

• Established in 1940

• Employs 75 people

• Employs 70 • Established in 1990

Custom Motors

Mountain Power Hydraulics

212 10th St. N., Mt. Lake

502 County Road 1 South, Mt. Lake

507-427-2920

507-427-3339

• Full-service provider of rotary motors, amplifiers and cables • Provides comprehensive applications engineering, on-site field service in supporting the selection, application and use of these products.

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• Established in 1990 • Manufactures custom welded, displacement, and snap-ring style cylinders in many configurations and builds them to the customer’s specifications. • 1" - 8" Bore Cylinders

Your home for a

GOOD TIME

Island View Campground

18 RV/TRAILER PULL THROUGH SITES

in Cottonwood County

• Electric/Water/Sewage Stay 6 nights — • Modern bathrooms & showers get 7th night FREE. Other discounts also available. • Playground • Bike & hiking trail • 9-hole disc golf course Prince St. • Golf nearby H • Lake access Seasonal Rates May 1 to Oct. 1 • Fishing pier 7th Ave.

We strive to be the best place in town to have a drink, play pool or darts and meet friends, old and new. With an immense cocktail list; outstanding munchies and a fun, casual atmosphere, it’s a scene away from the usual bar scene.

6th Ave. Golf Course Rd.

No reservations taken.

After all, it’s not just another bar, it’s

First come, first served!

a classic neighborhood hangout. Mon. - Sat. • 10 a.m. - 1 a.m.

ON/OFF SALE

Slipper Inn

(507) 628-4645 • 111 E Whited St • Jeffers, MN Slipper Inn (Visitors Guide 2015)

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Open May 1 thru October 1

507-427-2999

716 Prince Street • Mt. Lake, MN Email: city@mountainlake.govoffice.com website: www.mountainlakemn.com

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One of the World’s Great Historic See 7,000 yearsSites. of American Indian carvings,

setSeein7,000 160years acres of native and restored prairie. of American Indian set in 160 acres native you through 5000 American Ourcarvings, professional staff willofguide and restored prairie. Indian carvings on a red rock ridge in the midst of 160 acres of Jnative prairie. In our visitor center you will find e f f e rand S P erestored t r O G ly P HS hands-on activities, exhibits, a video presentation explaining thewww.mnhs.org/jefferspetroglyphs American Indian culture behind the carvings and the 507-628-5591 • Comfrey, Minnesota prairie they lived in. Colorful and informative markers guide you along 1.2 miles of trails in a vibrant prairie. We have modern rest rooms, gift shop and enclosed picnic facilities. ©2008 MHS

DAILY & SPECIAL PROGRAMS

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27160 County Road 2 Comfrey, MN 56019

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Special events take place on one or more Saturdays each month. Visit us at www.mnhs.org/jefferspetroglyphs for details. Each week features a different 2 p.m. Adventures in Nature daily program exploring American Indian culture or prairie ecology. Guided tours of the carvings take place daily at 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. HOURS: Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day, Mon., Wed.–Sat.: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun. noon–5 p.m.; Closed on Tuesdays FEES: Adults: $7; Seniors: $6; Children, 6-17: $5; Group Rate: $5.00 (10 or more with reservation)

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Serving all your insurance and real estate needs for over 50 years!

• Childrens • Womens • Mens

www.knakmuhsagency.com Storden — 507-445-3900 • 306 America Street Westbrook — 507-274-5962 • 545 1st Avenue Garvin — 507-746-4444 • 104 Sherman Street Tracy — 507-629-3084 • 154 3rd Street

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• Jewelry • Embroidered dish towels • Hanging kitchen towels

Walnut Grove — 507-859-2154 • 690 Main Street

507-831-1448 • 948 Fourth Avenue, Windom

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Your Health. Your Family. Your Clinic.

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Need Building Supplies? We have all you’ll need for building or remodeling: w Decks w Cabinets w Garages

w Home Remodeling

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Rod Dynes, MD 507-831-3388

Mary Olson, MD 507-831-5670

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Services: • • • •

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Family practice

(children through adults, seniors)

OB/GYN and ultrasound Endometrial ablation Radiology

• Lab • Digital mammography • Colonoscopy • Endoscopy

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820 Second Ave. North • Windom, MN 56101 Phone: 507-831-1703 • Fax: 507-831-5668 • AveraWindom.org

Dial for Service Emergency 911 law enforcement 902 Fifth Ave., Windom Windom Police Department 507-831-6134 Mt. Lake Police Department 507-427-3403 Westbrook Police Department 507-274-5400 Cottonwood Co. Sheriff ’s Office 507-831-1375 Des Moines Valley Health & Human Services, 235 Ninth St., Windom 507-831-1987 fire departments, Windom, Mt. Lake, Westbrook, Storden and Jeffers ..........................................911 hospitalS Windom - located off Hwy. 71 N......507-831-2400 In Mt. Lake........................507-427-2400 Westbrook - 920 Bell Ave..................507-274-6121 hIGHWAY patrol, emergency only..................... Dial 0 Ask for Zenith 7000/Non-emergency call Marshall, MN 507-537-6277 road information, MnDOT, County Road 26...............................................................511 poison control center ...........................800-222-1222 airport, Hwy. 71 N, Windom................507-831-6120 economic development Windom, City Hall, 444 9th St.........507-831-6125 Mt. Lake, City Hall, 930 3rd Ave. ....507-427-1999 ChamberS of Commerce, Windom, 303 Ninth St. ....................507-831-2752 Mt. Lake, 930 Third Ave...................507-427-2999 cottonwood county solid waste officer, 1355 Ninth Ave. .........507-831-2441 medi van, for specialized transport.....800-422-0976 minnesota pollution control agency, public information..............612-296-6619

U.S. POST OFFICE Windom, 445 9th St. .........................507-831-2595 Mt. Lake...........................................507-427-2434 Jeffers, 120 E. Whited St.................507-628-4914 Storden, 320 America St.................507-445-3916 SOUTHWEST CRISIS CENTER Serving victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. For location call... 831-2244 or 1-800-376-4311 crisis hotline ..................................... 1-800-642-1525 WESTERN COMMUNITY ACTION TRANSIT SYSTEM.............................. 1-800-658-2480, ext. 1 newspaper, Cottonwood County Citizen, The Shopper, Observer/Advocate & Southern Peach 260 10th St., Windom. email: citizen@windomnews.com website: www.windomnews.com....507-831-3455 or Toll-Free................................. 800-658-2510 Mt. Lake office..................................507-427-2725 RADIO, KDOM Radio • 94.3 FM or 1580 AM 1450 Hwy. 60, Windom. website: www.kdomradio.com........507-831-3908

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riversedgeteam.com 507-831-2819 • 1-800-794-2819 • 570 Second Avenue, Windom Gary Vanderwerf, Donna Knoll, Linda Jaakola, John Croatt, Barry Ommen, Sally Larson, Maria (Soco) Adame-Caballero, Sally Ottmanns, Jean Fast

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River's Edge (Visitor Guide 2015)

Your Refreshment Headquarters One of the area’s finest selection of: • Wines • Spirits • Beer • Wine Coolers • Non-Alcoholic Beverages

• Cigars • Ice

“Your complete refreshment headquarters”

Visit

507-831-6132 1873 Lysgard Farmhouse 2nd Ave. 1902575 Delafi eld Church Working Grist Mill Windom

Historic

Fort Belmont

Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Fri. & Sat.

Historic

Visit The Rendezvous Weekend After Labor Day

Riverbend Liquor (Visitors Guide 2015)

Fort Belmont

Log Cabin and Stockade 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.Shop Blacksmith Sod House Museum

1873 Lysgard Farmhouse OPEN DAILY 2/26/2015 11:19:33 AM 1902 Delafi eld Church Memorial Day Working through LaborGrist Day Mill Log CabinService and Stockade Worship Blacksmith Shop Sundays at 7:00 p.m.Sod House Museum OPEN DAILY Memorial Day through Labor Day Worship Service Sundays at 7:00 p.m.

Pioneer DaysThe the Rendezvous weekend after Weekend After Labor DayDay Labor

At the intersection of Hwy. 71 and I-90 • Jackson, MN Call for details! 507-847-3867 www.fortbelmon

WALNUTMinnesota GROVE

Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum

Open April – October Enjoy learning the history of the Ingalls and Wilder families. Eight Hands-On Buildings to view including Laura-Owned Items and TV Series Memorabilia.

888-528-7268 (LAURA-68)

At the intersection of Hwy. 71 and I-90 • Jackson, MN Call for details! 507-847-3867 www.fortbelmon

Enjoy walking trails, swimming, and camping at Plum Creek County Park

Walnut Grove Family Festival

169 Industrial Parkway., Jackson, MN 56143 507-849-7400

• 24-hour Emergency Room Care

•Music Performances •Native American Dance •Civil War Presentation •Art Demonstrations •Craft & Vendor Show •Food Vendors •Many Free Children’s Activities

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• Swing Bed Services • Cardiac Rehabilitation • Chemotherapy • Ultrasound • Digital Mammography • CT Scan, MRI, X-Ray, DXA Scan & Nuclear Imaging • Windom Area Health & Fitness • Outreach Specialty Clinics

2150 Hospital Drive Windom, MN 56101

FEDERALLY INSURED BY NCUA

507-831-2400 or 507-427-2700

Membership is open to all in Nobles, Murray, Jackson and Cottonwood Counties.

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Walnut Grove City Park 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Hospital Services

• Physical, Speech & Occupational Rehabilitation

205 N. St. Paul Ave., Fulda, MN 56131 507-425-2544

July 11, 18 & 25

www.walnutgrove.org

• "Birth Place" Obstetrical Wing

1127 Ryans Rd., Worthington, MN 56187 507-372-5959

An outdoor drama based on the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder

Tickets - 888-859-3102

• 24-hour Medical & Surgical Nursing Services

866 1st Ave. N., Windom, MN 56101 507-831-3700

Wilder Pageant July 10-11, 17-18, 24-25

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Residential with enhanced calling features — • • • •

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• Basic channels • Expanded Basic — Basic + additional channels

Caller ID Call forwarding Sim ring Busy call transfer

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Business telephone service with customized packages for telephone and data needs.

• HBO • Starz/Encore

INTERNET SERVICE • High Speed Internet Lite, 1.5M, 756k • High Speed Internet Basic, 10M/2M • High Speed Internet Super, 30M/20M • High Speed Internet Mega 60M/40M Residential Only

Lowest price TV, phone and internet in the area!

Service: 507-832-8000 • Billing: 507-831-6129 Fax: 507-831-6127 P.O. Box 38 • Windom, MN 56101 www.windomnet.com Windomnet (Visitors Guide 2015).indd 1

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4 Service 4 Selection 4 Convenience 4 Freshness • Scanned Checkout • ATM • Fax Machine

• Lottery Tickets

• Money Orders • Copy Service

• Western Union Money Transfers

• Red Box Rentals

• Full Service Carry-Out

• Rug Doctor Rental

• Fuel Saver Card

See our Specialty Departments: MEAT

• Full service meat department

DELICATESSEN

• Dilusso meats & cheeses • Dilusso sandwiches • Meat & cheese trays

PRODUCE

• Freshest fruits & vegetables • Cut fruit & vegetables for your convenience • Dilusso salads • Fruit & vegetable trays

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DVD Movie & Video Game Rentals

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OPEN 24 HOURS — SEVEN DAYS A WEEK!