Lakes Area
Meet the
BUSINESS PEOPLE 2018
A publication of the Echo Press
INDEX
Aagard Group LLC................................................. 3 Alex Auto And Marine .......................................... 2 Alex Power Equipment......................................... 5 Alex Rubbish Service............................................ 6 Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission .........................................................13 Alexandria Motors ................................................. 8 Alexandria Property Inc. ...................................... 9 Alexandria Title Co ...............................................13 Arabella Manor ......................................................10 Arnquist Carpets Plus..........................................16 Art & Soul Hair Design ........................................16 Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center ...... 4 Bell Bank .................................................................13 Black Ridge Bank .................................................. 5 Bon Jos Of Alexandria ........................................ 17
Bremer Bank - Alex .............................................. 17 Countryside Bodyshop .......................................21 Creative Impact Design ........................................7 Dental Health Associates ...................................14 Douglas County Animal Hospital ....................23 DW Alexandria, LLC .............................................14 Echo Press Newspaper.......................................16 Eddies Pet Supply ...............................................22 Edgewood .............................................................. 17 Elden’s Fresh Foods ...........................................24 Eye Associates Of Alexandia ............................18 Glenwood State Bank Real Estate...................21 Greeley Plumbing Heating ...............................22 Hirshfield’s Quality Pain ......................................21 Hospice Of Douglas County.............................20 Integrity Title Inc.....................................................11
Iverson Insurance ................................................22 Juettner Motors ....................................................23 Karrow Jewelers .................................................... 2 Knute Nelson .......................................................... 3 Michael H. Collins, DDS, PA...............................12 Mid MN Federal Credit Union ..........................23 Soderholm Insurance Services.........................15 Steinbring Motorcoach ........................................ 6 Tastefully Simple ..................................................20 Utopia Tours ..........................................................20 Viking Bank ............................................................. 8 Voyager Industries ...............................................19 West Central Sanitation ......................................18 Widseth Smith Nolting ......................................... 9 Windmill Ponds......................................................18 Winning Edge ........................................................10 Woody’s Car Wash ...............................................12
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We are a full line Sales & Service company for Residential and Commercial customers plus professional Auto & Marine detailing. BOATS
OVER 45 VEHICLES
ON HAND! CARS, TRUCKS, SUVS PLUS FULL AUTO & MARINE REPAIRS & SERVICE WITH CERTIFIED MECHANICS. PONTOONS
STOP IN TODAY! DOCK & LIFT
1424 N. Nokomis St, Alexandria 320.762.8412 | 866.998.5308 www.AlexAutoNMarine.com
ALEXANDRIA, MN
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If you don’t know your diamonds, know your Jeweler. WE ARE YOUR PERSONAL JEWELRY STAFF.
Karen
Michelle
Steph
Sierra
Sarah
Nicole
Lisa
628 Broadway Downtown Alexandria • 320-763-3334 Viking Plaza Mall • 320-763-5833 www.karrowjewelers.com
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We have a connection to YOU… We listen to Your stories…. We strive to be part of your moment/memory. We have over 88 combined years of serving you and your family….. Thank you for allowing us to be here for you.
Meet the Alexandria Business People | July 2018
Meet our Visionary
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Executive Team
Front Row: Angie Urman, Konnie Evans, Katie Perry, Mark Anderson Back Row: Marnie Gugisberg, Brooke Zabel, Justin Buse, Michelle Solwold, Brittney Thoreson, Samantha Beckman
Our Mission: We provide a family of • Home Care • Hospice • Senior Apartments • Assisted Living
services including: •• Memory Care •• Care Center •• Outpatient Therapy •• Smart Home Technology
•• Short-Term Rehab •• Wellness •• and more!
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Our Values: Christian Heritage • Valuing People • Customer-Focused Excellence • Community Engagement • Stewardship
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Business people meet here. [ And it’s all at one place, how great is that! ]
320-762-1124
ArrowwoodResort.com
Meet the Alexandria Business People | July 2018
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Serving West Central Minnesota since 1921
Front Row: John Lynch, Allan Buse, Mike Paulson, Ashlee Nordlund, Mike Sippl, John Doucette, Derek Douvier, Luke Kalina and Kevin Uhlenkamp Back Row: Debra Fredrickson, Dave Deakins, Craig Neubarth, T.J. Carlson, Hayden Peterson, Kelby Peterson, Kris Ruckheim, Tom Townsend, Mike Nienaber and Jason Moske
320.763.4994
111 50th Avenue West, Alexandria, MN 56308 alexpowerequipment.com
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SALES•PARTS•SERVICE
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LEFT TO RIGHT
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Diane Mattocks Shaynen Schmidt Judy Chlian Maureen Geris Stephanie Muxfeldt Shane Schmidt Red the Mascot Not pictured, Ricky Kluver
Steinbring Motorcoach
Celebrating over 100 years! 1917-2018
Over a Century of serving happy, satisďŹ ed customers from coast to coast!
YOUR ALL NEW ROADTREK DEALER
Garfield, MN
Back row left to right: Kathy Jenniges, Steve Belland, Paul Corder, Shelbe Baker, Bill Goering, Blake Steinbring, Darnel Patterson, Randy Baker, Steve Setterlund, David Rauchbauer, Ed Pigeon, Sam Huber, Galen Karger, Thom Harris Front row left to right: Tim Wiltsey, Rich Probert, Chase Steinbring, Jon Steinbring, Reene Wiltsey, Karen Jennissen, Brittany DeVries, Lee Probert
Toll Free 1.877.880.8090 320.834.6333 View inventory at: www.steinbring.com
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Plus...
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Meet our team of professionals Bill Nettleton, Owner
Cory Clark, Sales Mgr.
Brooke Steinbring, New Car Mgr.
Matt Geiselhart, Sales Mgr.
Quinton Nienaber, Sales
Robb Steinbring, Sales
Jim Fearing, Sales
Tim Montalvo, Sales
Chuck Andres, Sales
Paul Nettleton,Sales
Saam Huber, Sales
Karen Tvrdik, Office
Matt Esping, Service
Gary Weisgram, Service
Austin Larson, Service
Rodney Zimmel, Service
Bill Gimbel, Parts Mgr.
Mike Denke, Parts
Sam Fischer, Body Shop
Fred Carlisle, Body Shop
Jake Steidl, Technician
Jon Carlson, Technician
Natalie Nack, Title Clerk Aaron Thomas, Technician
Jason Halstead, Parts
Al Patton, Shuttle Driver
Ryan Waller, Parts
Jake Booth, Detail
Jim Thorson, Detail
Jed Willander, Detail
Joel Dehne, Service Mgr. Nicole Nettleton, Internet Mgr. Kyle Athey, Business Manager Mike Neumann, Controller
Bob Richardson, Technician Bryan Hanson, Technician
See our entire inventory online 24/7 1-800-568-5944 • 320-762-2114 • AlexandriaCars.com 3710 Hwy 29 South Alexandria, MN
We are....Invested In Your JourneY. We offer a variety of products and services.
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Viking Bank staff is here to serve you.
4277 Dakota Street, Alexandria, MN 56308
320-762-0236
www.VikingBankMN.com
Meet the Alexandria Business People | July 2018
Scott & Jodi Seidl
Bruce Erickson,
320-815-5315 320-763-9282
320-491-8294
Broker/Realtor/ Salesperson
Realtor/Agent CRS, GRI, SRES
Jim Bosek
Broker/Salesperson
808-9909
320-766-8208
Sheila Hendricks
Melissa Donovan
320-815-6769
320-219-0369
320-491-2763
Realtor/ Salesperson
Tom Lynch
Realtor/Salesperson
Bob Carter
Realtor/Salesperson
Realtor/ Salesperson
Eileen Lammle Realtor/ Salesperson
320-815-0461
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Paul Johnson
Broker/Salesperson
320-762-8850
320-763-9282 Locally owned. Over 283 years of local real estate experience in our area.
www.alexproperty.com
WidsethSmithNolting.com/WeAreWSN 610 Fillmore Street | Alexandria MN | 320.762.8149 | alexandria@wsn.us.com
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418 3rd Avenue East, Alexandria, MN Lakeshore • Residential • Commercial • Townhomes • Land
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Love Where You
LIVE!
Arabella Manor, is an Independent Living Community Exclusive to those 55 and Better.
Making You Feel Right At Home Is What We Do Best.
We cater to active seniors who desire choices! Our tenants live worry free while having any needed services brought right to their door! Our staff is dedicated to serving each of our tenants by providing information, answering questions, providing activities, events as well as coordinating any needed maintenance! If you know someone who is struggling to thrive in their home or just wants to LOVE where they Live, tell them to tour Arabella Manor!
Tenants Enjoy! • Month to Month Lease • Spacious, Clean Apartments • In Home Services By the Provider of Their Choice • Secured Building
• No Charge For Spouse! • Catered Meals • Activities & Fitness • Beauty Shop
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1810 & 1812 Darling Avenue East, Alexandria | arabellamanor.com
320.763.1763
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INTEGRITY
Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
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“Recent recipient of the Steward Title Heritage Award!”
ABSTRACTS | TITLE INSURANCE | REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS Jill R. (Esala) Wagner, Owner
2209 Jefferson Street, Suite 301 Easton Place II, Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320.763.3311 IntegrityTitleInc.net Left to right: Jared, Hannah, Jim and Jill Wagner, Jeanette Weber, Brandt Keefe, Dan Weber
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M Michael H. Collins, DDS, PA
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We Value Our Patients
• We strive to build a personal relationship with each of our patients.
We Value Quality Dental Care • We are dedicated to utilizing the latest technology and techniques to provide the best care possible.
We Value Our Community
• We want to reward the trust you have put in us by providing each individual with quality and personalized care, and by serving our community at large both in and out of our dental office.
We are Accepting New Patients • Please call us today and schedule a new patient visit.
320-763-5133 121 7th Ave E, Alexandria www.michaelcollinsdds.com
d r a w r o f k o o l We ! u o y g n i t e e to m
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Back Row: Darla, Wendy, Crystal, JoAnn Front Row: Chris, Dr. Collins, Ann
Get Your Shine On!
Chris, Lori, Tyler
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Address: 1223 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN Phone: 320-763-5473 Hours: Office: Monday-Saturday 6am-9pm Sunday 7am-8pm Carwash: Monday-Saturday 7am-8pm Sunday 8am-6pm
Meet the Alexandria Business People | July 2018
We’re here FOR YOU and YOUR BUSINESS At Bell, we make business loan decisions locally. We know the community and understand that businesses have unique requirements. Whether you’re looking for a commercial, real estate or ag loan, we’ve got you covered.
Our goal is to help your business grow.
Jason Pohlen
Insuring the Past; Protecting the Future • Abstracting • Title Insurance • Closings Locally owned and operated providing quality services since 1987.
President jpohlen@bellbanks.com 320.759.8416
Jeff Patience
SVP/Commercial Lender jpatience@bellbanks.com 320.759.8417
Jessica Corle
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320.763.6858
1804 Broadway, Suite 140 • Alexandria Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm
bellbanks.com
|
Member FDIC
19079
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Celebrating our
10
th
Y ear A n ni vers
ary!
Designed a lodge feel for seniors who want an alternative to a nursing home. Truly homelike with fewer seniors living under a roof and fabulous staffing ratios. Designed by a Nursing Home Administrator for her own Grandma. Our greatest asset is our caregivers who have time to know each resident and family.
Diamond Willow ADVANCED CARE ASSISTED LIVING 803 Victor St, Alexandria, MN • 320-352-0255
Experience the Diamond Willow Difference.
(left to right) Back Row: Sue, Chelsey, Dana, Carrie, Dr. Gehring, Christen, Dani, Dr. Hermes; Center Row: Kayla, Nicki, Pat, Alexis; Front: Coley.
107 14th Ave East, Alexandria 320-762-1551 • 1-800-657-8058
www.dentalhealthmn.com
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Meet the Alexandria Business People | July 2018
Kim Collins
Deb Rogers
Meredith Green
John Rusch
Mary Johnson
Kelly Klabechek
Amanda Miller
Bill Franzen
Parker Bowden
Kristy Simonson
Pat Glisky
Shane Henrichs
623 Hawthorne St, Alexandria 401 Kron St, Evansville 320.763.9231 www.soderholminsurance.com
Lynette Holm
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Arnquist CarpetsPlus 2017 CARPETSPLUS RETAILER OF THE YEAR Arnquist CarpetsPlus was awarded the 2017 CarpetsPlus Retailer of the year at the CarpetsPlus national convention in Tucson. CarpetsPlus, a flooring "Buying group franchise" with 400 retail store fronts selected Arnquist's, a fourth generation store, for this award. This award is presented to the member who exemplifies leadership in volume earnings, attendance, supporting merchandising launches and branding of their store. Arnquist CarpetsPlus has been a charter member since the beginning of CarpetsPlus 21 years ago. "It was an unforgettable night, I am very proud of this accomplishment and all of the hard work of our employees", said Tom Arnquist. Employees include: Connie Gonzalez, JD Smith, Josh Wittrock, Alana Schoenberg, Brook Aaberg, Josh Dale, Cody Kutz and Brad Dumm.
Tom & Adam Arnquist
Britt
Cassie
Leah
Taylor
Cassandra
Jenny
Mary
Tim
Arnquist
614 Broadway St | Alexandria Next to AAAA theatre
320.766.SOUL (7685) Hours: Mon - Fri - 9 - 5
F L O O R
Evenings & Weekends by appt only
S T O R E
320-763-8050 • 805 1st Ave E, Alexandria, MN 56308 www.arnquistcarpetsplus.net
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A M E R I C A ’ S
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Online Booking Available artandsoulhairdesign.com Check us out on Facebook
Without YOU There Is No US !
FRONT ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: Sara Leitheiser, Marcia Lips, Karen Tolkkinen, Michelle Weller, Christine Jacobson, Izzy Rusch, Diann Drew CENTER ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: Andy Erickson, Eric Morken, Mary Lou Quistorff, Jody Hanson, Karen Jennissen, Linda Jenson, Bob Anderson, Deb Zens, Micah Friez, Celeste Edenloff, Lynn Mounsdon, Kathy McGinn, Shelly Beaulieu BACK ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: Neil Roers, Randy Jansen, Wally Roers, David Lindquist, Al Edenloff, Nick Anderson, Ross Evavold, Lowell Anderson NOT PICTURED: Tina McMillan, Roberta Olson, Lori Mork, Cindy Drevlow, and Alan Nelson
Echo Press - 225 7th Ave E - Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-3133.
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TEAM
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Helping You Find Your
Fabulous! Kay Hoxtell, Denise Drown, Patti Stewart (owner), Bacon (store mascot), Alicia Thoennes, Karen Vraa, Lonnie Hanson
• • • • • • • • • •
Sympli Miss Me Tribal Ruby Rd PBJ Erin London Keren Hart Shapeez 2 Tanning Beds and so much more!
763-5157
Downtown Alexandria
www.bonjos.com Monday - Friday 9 - 7, Saturday 9 - 5:30 Sunday 12 - 4
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Proud to Serve the Lakes Area!
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Front Row: Terry Goodwin and Chris Carter Back Row: Connie Olson, Karla Krahn, Donna Berry, Chris Mattson and Joel Blank
Senior Assisted Living community
“Local Family Owned for over 39 Years!”
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(800) 246-7630 • www.wcsanitation.com
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Leading The Way With Innovation, Professionalism And Personal Service
From left to right - Dr. John Hoven, Dr. Jenna Kryder, Dr. Melissa Hoven, Dr. Carie Stotesbery, Dr. Jeremy Anderson 1610 Broadway St • Alexandria, MN Across From Douglas County Hospital
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320.763.4321
OUR HOURS Monday & Wednesday 8am - 5pm Tuesday & Thursday 9am - 7pm Friday 7:30am - 4pm
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715 Victor St, Alexandria 320-759-2132 • VistaPrairie.org
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GIVE US A CALL FOR ALL YOUR TRAVEL NEEDS
Now book i for 20 ng 19! air, cruise, European packages and motorcoach tours, etc.
Alex Travel & Utopia Tours has been serving the community with their travel needs since 1971.
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inn, Koep, Judy Nelson, Tracy Qu Elaine Angen - Owner, Erica ner Ow en ured, Steve Ang Jody Ost - Manager, Not pict
T hank you for tra veling with us!
We are conveniently located in the Viking Plaza Mall, Alexandria.
3015 Hwy 29 S., Suite 4038 Alexandria, Mn 56308 320-762-0244 | 1-800-950-8690 www.alextravelagency.com www.utopiatours.com
Meet the Alexandria Business People | July 2018
Let our team of experts help you with all your decorating needs!
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100+ YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE Serving the Alexandria Area for 25 Years!
Aaron Grossinger (Store Manager), Karen Coffin (Window Fashion Designer) Diane Hanson (Window Fashion Designer), Alan Strom (Paint Sales Consultant)
Left to Right: Rollie, Chase, Jim, Mike (owner)
• Forty-Four Foot Paint Booth • Automotive Collision Repair • Fiberglass Repair • Work with All Insurance Companies • Glass Replacement • Restoring Vehicles • Complete Paint Jobs • Motorhome and Semi Repair
For your entire vehicle needs call
COUNTRYSIDE BODY SHOP
Alexandria 1010 North Nokomis St.
hirshfields.com • blindfactoryalex.com
at 320-763-9050 and ask for Mike
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Paint: 320-762-7020 • Window Fashions: 320-762-5463 Paint Store Hours: M-F 7AM-5:30PM, Sat. 9AM-1 PM BLIND FACTORY: M-F 9AM-5:30PM, Sat. 9AM-1 PM
P.O. Box 325 • 3810 Minnesota St. (Next to Humane Society) Alexandria, MN 56308 • countryside@gctel.com
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“And as always we’ll take care of your baby!”
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www.GreeleyPlumbing.com
If it breaks, we can fix it.
Sales & Service: Furnaces & Air Conditioners Heat Pumps In-Floor Heat Systems Boilers Water Heaters
Niki Kosin Haylee Gibson Owner
619 3rd Avenue E. #101, Alexandria, MN
(320) 846-0003
haylee@eddiespetsupply.com
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Manager
Unit Heaters Plenum Heaters Mitsubishi Ductless Air Exchangers New Construction & Remodels
(320) 763-7333 3705 Hwy 29 S, Alexandria
(across from Alexandria Motors)
(320) 634-4486 20585 Hwy 28, Glenwood
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Our goal is simple, help you achieve your financial goals. STOP IN AND VISIT TODAY! We offer an array of financial products and services often with lower fees and better rates for ALL your financial needs.
Back: Barb Hinrich, Dr. Zebarth Front (Left to right): Barb Olson, Teri Nessman, Micala Funk, Cora Burst, Shauna Christensen, Dr. Costello
“Our family caring for your family”
L to R: Craig Holm, Insurance Office Agent, Scott Gronholz, Business Lending & Development Manager, Shelby Eisel, Member Service Specialist, Jennifer Slavik, Vault Teller/Member Service Specialist, Samantha Rau, Member Resource Specialist, Sharon Batcher, Member Service Specialist, Christa Olson, Branch Teller Service Specialist, Nicole Pfeffer, Branch Manager, Wendy Oksness, LPL Financial Advisor, Tim Olson, Home Loan Consultant. Not pictured: Sara Cronk, Branch Service Specialist
Small Animals • Services & Supplies • Boarding & Grooming
Between Walmart and Fleet Farm Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender.
Glen Zebarth, D.V.M. • Kathie Klumper, D.V.M. 3901 Hwy. 29 S, Alexandria • 320-762-1575
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Alexandria | 405 50th Ave W | (320) 762-2686 | mmfcu.org
Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:00 • Sat. 8:00-Noon
What Makes The Difference? WE DO! And Juettner Motors has been your Best Price Dealer for over 40 years
Mark Juetter Owner/Pres.
Bruce Witanen Owner/VP
Joe Juettner GM
Jake Juettner GM
Cathy Juettner Internet Mgr.
PARTS
Adam Downing Business Mgr.
Dean Solem Sales
Dick Seibert Sales
Steve Fagen Sales
Bill Grove Sales
DETAILING
Billy Knott Sales
UR YO
E BEST PRIC R
DEALE
Tom Zach Sales
Morgan Hauer Sales
Sam Pederson Sales
ADMINISTRATIVE
BODY SHOP
John Rieke Sales
Juettner Motors will do our best to BEAT any deal. ...And still give you the same great service you deserve!
SERVICE
JUETTNER motors
1900 Broadway, Alexandria | 320-763-3126
www.JuettnerMotors.com R001599500
R001926127
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As an independent supermarket owner we are proud to have a personal stake in the community we serve. We are very aware of our responsibilities to our community, our customers and our associates and pledge to be good stewards of your trust.
Because We Care... MEET THE ELDEN’S DEPARTMENT MANAGERS!
Andrea Nutritionist
Michelle
Service Center Manager
James
The Sushi Man
Jodi
General Merchandise
Greg
Lori
Grocery Manager
Sherry
Office Manager
Kathy
Food Court Manager
Elliot Owner
Terry
Downtown Floral
JR Store Director
Dennis Owner
Melanie & Tammy
Elden’s On-the-Go Delivery Team
Dave O. Dairy-Frozen Manager
Meat Dept. Manager
Ryann Produce Manager
Open 24 hours a day & 7 days a week! 320-763-3446 • www.ELDENS.com Corner of 3rd & Nokomis, Alexandria Only store in town that is LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED.
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Dave
POS Manager