Steele County Answer Book 2022-23

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Steele County

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Steele County

HISTORY

Steele County is located in the southeastern part of Minnesota, has 432 square miles, is 24 miles long and 18 miles wide.

SteeleCountywasofficially organized Feb. 20, 1855 and originally included what is now known as Waseca County. Reorganization in 1856 established the boundaries recognized today. The new county was named in honor of Franklin Steele, a St. Anthony governmental contractor and a man of prominence.

Thefirstcountybuilding,builtin 1874 cost of $5,000, and was a onestory brick building which has since been demolished. The historic Steele County Courthouse was built in 1891

for $50,000. It has been remodeled several times and is used solely by the courts.

In 1860 Steele County had a population of 2,863 as compared to 21,155 in 1950 and 36,933 as of the 2019 census.

From 1898 to 1940 Steele County was known as the “Butter Capitol of the World” after local butter makers won gold medals in world’s fairs and after the invention the combined butter churn, patented in 1896 and manufactured by Owatonna Manufacturing Co., which revolutionized the dairy industry. Down from a peak of 24 creameries, Steele County now has just one remaining in operation. Steele County is also the founding location of major national companies including

Jostens, Malt-O-Meal, and Federated Insurance.

Steele County has numerous streams, natural springs, brooks and lakes. The largest of the streams is the Straight River and the largest lake is Rice Lake. Nine mineral springs are located in Owatonna, in an area known as Mineral Springs Park. These springs have been analyzed andshowthedefinite ualitiesof celebrated springs of this country and France.

With more than 25,750 people in 2017, the county seat of Owatonna is the 40th largest city in Minnesota, but the second largest city in the state that is located outside a metropolitan statistical area. It is also one of the 15 Micropolitan Statistical Areas in the state.

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ECONOMIC TRENDS

Steele County’s labor force grew by over 2,000 additional workers from 2000 to 2017, peaking with 21,570 workers in 2012. The county saw labor force declinesinthreeofthepriorfiveyears,butbiggainsfrom 2015 to 2017 brought the county within 50 workers of the previous record high. Population projections from the State Demographic Center forecast a slight 1.4 percent labor force decline from 2020 to 2030.

Manufacturing is the largest employing industry, providing over 28 percent of all jobs in the county. Despite declines from 6,056 jobs in 2008 to a low point of 5,004 jobs in 2011 during the Great Recession, Steele County’s manufacturing industry has mostly recovered the jobs lost and in 2017 had the same number of manufacturing jobs as in 2007.

Retail trade is the second largest employing industry in the county, accounting for 14 percent of total employment.

Source: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development

STEELE COUNTY GOVERNMENT

The Steele County Board of Commissioners is the county sgoverningbody.Thefivecommissioners, electedfromeachofthecounty sfivedistrictsnormally meet in the evenings on the second and fourth Tuesdays ofthemonth,withthee ceptionofthefirstmeetingin January when state statute requires the board meet thefirstTuesdayafterthefirstMondayofthemonth. The meetings are held in the County Board Room, 630 Florence Ave., Owatonna.

Theboardoperatesonacommitteesystem,withfive committees in which two commissioners are members. Day-to-day operations are overseen by the county administrator.

o t Offices

630 Florence Ave, Owatonna co.steele.mn.us • 444-7400

ss o Provide consultation, support, strategic direction, and services to the county staff and board to promote effectiveandefficientdeliveryofservicestothepublicin atransparentandfiscallyresponsiblemanner.

STEELE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Scott Golberg County Administrator

James Brady District 1 John Glynn District 2 Rick Gnemi District 3

Jim Abbe District 4

Greg Krueger District 5

Steele County Board of Commissioners normally meet in the evenings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month,withthee ceptionofthefirstmeetinginJanuary.

NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVES

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar

U.S. Sen. Tina Smith

ADMINISTRATION

sc.admin@co.steele.mn.us • 444-7432

From Blooming Prairie: 583-2283

From Ellendale: 684-2211 ssesso 444-7435 tto e s Office 444-7780

From Blooming Prairie: 583-2283

From Ellendale: 684-2211 to 444-7410

From Blooming Prairie: 583-2283

From Ellendale: 684-2211

o t e ces

• Community Corrections: 507-444-7720

• Environmental Services: 507-444-7475

• Public Health: 444-7650

From Blooming Prairie: 583-2283

From Ellendale: 684-2211

Immunization clinics: bit.ly/2H5bLoC

• University of Minnesota Extension, Steele County: 444-7685

From Blooming Prairie: 583-2283

From Ellendale: 684-2211

• Veterans Services: 444-7460

From Blooming Prairie: 583-2283

From Ellendale: 684-2211

e e c e e t 444-2454 eo c fo t o ste s 444-7489 e t e t 444-7670

To report after-hours highway hazards or emergencies, call 451-8232

Road Conditions: 1-800-542-0220 eso ces 444-7400

Human Services (Minnesota Prairie County Alliance/ MNPrairie)

mnprairie.org • 431-5600 Services provided: Health care coverage

Income and food assistance

Child support

Children & family services Mental health services

Substance use services

Disability services

Senior services

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Located along Hwy. 218 between Owatonna and Blooming Prairie. The landfill accepts mixed solid waste, industrial waste, demolition debris and asbestos containing material for disposal.

420 SE 64th Ave, Blooming Prairie • 583-7766 • bit.ly/3dBDRmY P o 444-7475

From Blooming Prairie: 5832283

From Ellendale: 684-2211 Recorder

Call to make an appointment before arriving Land Records: 444-7450

Vital Statistics: 444-7490

From Blooming Prairie: 5832283

From Ellendale: 684-2211 e ff s Office

204 E Pearl St., Owatonna • 444-3800 (non emergency)

Emergency: 911 Tipline: 866-878-7964

In a non-emergency situation where you need to reach a licensed deputy, call the county’s Dispatch Center at 451-8232 to be put in contact with an on-duty deputy. Minnesota Predatory Offender Registry: por.state.mn.us/Home. aspx

Runaway Hotline: 1-800-7862929

• Steele County Detention Center

2500 Alexander St., Owatonna • 446-7000 e s e 444-7420

TRANSPORTATION

• Blooming Prairie Volunteer Transport : 583-7369

Donation Based Rides for Seniors (SEMCAC): 451-7134

Ellendale Volunteer Transportation: 684-2321

R&S Transport: 1-800-656-5080

Royal Transportation: 214-2781

SMART Bus (Southern Minnesota Area Rural Transit) 507-451-7777 • Toll-free: 1-855-762-7821 smartbusmn.org

SEMCAC Transportation: 451-7134

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UTILITIES

Blooming Prairie Public Utilities: 583-6683

Center Point Energy: 1-800-729-6164

Emergency Assistance – MN Prairie: 431-5600

Energy Assistance Program (EAP): 451-7134 1-800-944-3281

Gas Affordability Program (GAP): 1-800-245-2377

Heat Share - Minnesota: 1-866-455-6472

Centerpoint Energy Emergency: 1-800-722-9326

Owatonna Public Utilities: 451-2480

Peoples Natural Gas: 1-800-764-0111

Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric: 451-7340

Weatherization/Conservation Help (Xcel): 800-657-3710

REGISTER TO VOTE

Steele County Auditor

630 Florence Ave, Owatonna 507-444-7410 • co.steele.mn.us

Military and overseas absentee voting contact Email: brenda.blood@co.steele.mn.us

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

• Community Pathways of Steele County Income/asset-based food shelf 155 Oakdale St., Suite A, Owatonna 507-455-2991 • communitypathwayssc.org

Hours: Monday & Wednesday 9 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9 a.m.3:30 p.m.; Saturday: 8-11:30 a.m.

• Ellendale Area Food Shelf

Ellendale United Methodist Church, 200 Sixth St., Ellendale Hours: Thursdays 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. or by appointment

• Unique Find Income/asset-based 155 Oakdale St., Suite A, Owatonna 507-451-2550

Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Shopping Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from noon to 5 p.m., and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Donations accepted: Mondays & Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

Owatonna WorkForce Center 333-2088 workforcedevelopmentinc.org

1850 Austin Rd Ste 102 Owatonna, MN 55060

Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICES

• Advocates for Developmental Disabilities: 451-9769

• ARC (support for the disabled): 433-8994

• Disability Linkage Line: 1-866-333-2466

• Early Childhood Special Education Blooming Prairie: 583-6615

Medford: 451-5250

NRHEG: 684-3181

Owatonna: 444-7900

• Gillette Children’s Hospital: 1-800-719-4040

• Kenny Kids (Owatonna Hospital): 977-2150

• March of Dimes – SE Minnesota: 282-0649

• MN Children w/ Special Health Needs: 1-800-728-5420

• MN State Council on Disabilities: 1-800-945-8913

• PACER Center, Inc. – MN: 1-800-537-2237

• Semcil: 1-888-460-1815

• Telephone Equipment Distribution Program: 1-800-657-3663

SUPPORT GROUPS/PROGRAMS

• Adolescent Grief Support Group: 446-0936

• Adult Grief Support Group: 446-0936

• Alzheimer’s Association Helpline: 1-800-272-3900

• American Cancer Society: 1-800-227-2345

• American Cancer Society Rochester.: 287-2044

• American Heart Association: 1-800-242-8721

• Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group: 446-0611

• Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Group: 213-1323

• Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Southern Minnesota: 451-5922

• Birthright: 455-1622

• Car Seat Program – SCPH: 444-7650

• Center for Family Unity: 455-1190

• Child & Teen Checkups – SCPH: 444-7650

• Childcare Association – Steele County: 455-2840

• Children’s Support Group: 451-1202

• Compassionate Friends: 455-1636

• Down syndrome Support Group: 451-0367

• Epilepsy Foundation of MN: -800-779-0777

• Exchange Club: 455-1190/1-800-642-0089

• Family Connections – SCPH: 444-7650

• Fetal Alcohol Disorders Support Group: 272-0964

• Follow Along Program – SCPH: 444-7650

• Gluten-Free Support Group: 451-5752

• Goodwill – Easter Seals: 651-379-5800

• Grandparents Support Group: 451-3727

• Grieving Support Group (Owatonna Area Hospice)

Adult/Adolescent/Child: 455-0700

• Healthy Seniors of Steele County: 774-7648

• Linea de Apoyo (Spanish): 1-877-434-9528

• Men Who Batter: 451-2630

• Minnesota AIDS Project: 1-800-248-2437

• MS Society (Upper Midwest: 1-800-344-4867

• MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers): 451-8548

• Owatonna Homestead Hospice: 446-0936

• Owatonna Solo Parents & Singles: 507-202-6195

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• Parent Warm Line: 1-888-584-2204

• Parenting the ADD/ADHD Child Support Group: 507-358-8869

• Parkinson Support Group: 1-800-327-4545

• Post-Polio Awareness & Support Society: 446-0194

• Rebuilding (divorce, separation or death): 455-4104

HOW & WHERE

Where do I get a passport?

Recorder sOffice-Administration Center 507-444-7450

e e o et t ce t fic te Recorder sOffice-Administration Center 507-444-7450

Do you have a Justice of the Peace?

Recorder sOffice-Administration Center 507-444-7450

e e o t ffic t c et Courthouse 507-686-7012

e e o o to et fi c assistance help with child support, children’s and adult services, etc?

Minnesota Prairie County Alliance 507-431-5600

Who handles homestead applications?

Assessor sOffice-Administration Center 507-444-7435

Where do I pay Property Taxes?

Treasurer sOffice-Administration Center 507-444-7420

Information about recycling center? Recycling Hotline 507-451-5443

Where do I dispose of Household Hazardous Waste? Recycling Hotline 507-451-5443

• Senior Place: 444-4280

• Sib Shop: 451-9769

• Supporting Activities for Singles: 451-0200

• Survivors Domestic Abuse Support Group 1-800-451-1202

• TRIAMI: 835-7036

• Young Life: 451-9401

Where do I get a building permit? (outside Owatonna city limits)? Outside Owatonna city limits: Building Inspection 507-444-7475

Who do I call to rent the Steele County Community Center? E tensionOffice 507-444-7686

Who do I call if I have a problem with a County road? EngineeringOffice 444-7670

Where do I get my driver’s license or car plates? License Bureau 451-2040

How do I get a marriage license? RecordersOffice 507-444-7450 t s t e e fo

Food Shelf, 455-2991 Fuel Assistance (SEMCAC) 451-7134 Senior Place, 444-4280 Humane Society, 451-4512 SMART Bus, 1-855-762-7821

A Social Security Representative no longer visits Owatonna. You may reach them at: 1-800-772-1213

Where do I get a permit for prescribed burning?

Steele Co. Sheriff 451-8232

Where do I acquire information on the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act?

Steele Co. SWCD 451-6730 Ext. 3

Is it legal to drain or excavate in wetlands?

SteeleCo.ConservationOffice 451-6730 Ext. 3

Is it legal to tile my land, clear brush, or clean out ditches on agricultural land?

Farm Service Agency 451-1054 Ext. 2

Where can I obtain a Crop Equivalency Rating (CER) for farm lands?

Steele Co. SWCD 451-6730 Ext. 3

Where can I obtain information on Federal and State marginal land programs?

SteeleCo.ConservationOffice 451-6730 Ext. 3

Where can I obtain information on Conservation Educational Programs?

Steele Co. Conservation Office 451-6730 Ext. 3

Where are the best Wildlife Management Areas in Steele County?

DNRWildlifeOffice 455-5841

Where can I obtain the zoning rules for tree plantings?

Steele Co. SWCD at 451-6730 or Steele Co. Zoning at 444-7475

Where can I obtain tree advice and planting plans for windbreaks and wildlife plantings?

SteeleCo.ConservationOffice 451-6730 Ext. 3

Where do I apply for Beginning Farmer Low-Interest Loans?

Farm Service Agency 451-1054 Ext. 2

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If I buy or sell agricultural land, who do I notify?

Farm Service Agency

451-1054 Ext. 2

Where do I obtain information on all the USDA Farm Programs and e efits

Farm Service Agency 451-1054 Ext. 2

Who do I call to report noxious weeds (thistles etc.) on farm land? Farm Service Agency 451-1054 Ext. 2

What number do I call for the Gopher State One Call?

1-800-252-1166

Where can I obtain information on senior living options in Steele County?

SeniorGuidance.org

Yard Waste Composting sites

Blooming Prairie, 507-583-7573; Ellendale, 507-684-2681 and Owatonna’s Yard Waste Compost Site is available for use by anyone. For more information on location,

hours, what is accepted, charges and products available for purchase go to the city of Owatonna website, www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/488/ Compost-Information.

Steele County election information

SteeleCountyElectionOfficeis locatedonthefirst ooroftheSteele County Administration Center, Auditor sOfficeat630FlorenceAve.

-Am I Registered to Vote? mnvotes. sos.state.mn.us/VoterStatus.aspx -Absentee Ballot Status? mnvotes.sos. state.mn.us/AbsenteeBallotStatus. aspx

-Find your Polling Place? pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us/

o eet s o o et o t e Board Agenda?

Requests to be on the Board agenda go through the County Administrator sOffice.Theofficewill work to determine the most effective method to address the Board.

Requests to be included on the Board meeting agendas must be made no later than the Wednesday prior to the meeting.Specificre uirementscan

be found on the Rules of Order. The Board meeting has an opportunity for the public to address the Board during a “Public Comment” time. Public Comment does not need to be arranged prior to that particular meeting, but the issue may be referred to staff and no action taken during Public Comment.

o t ses o t te e Court Date or Obtain Information on a Court Case Call Court Administration at 507-686-7012

Child Support

MNPrairie works to make sure that children get the support they need. For more information call MNPrairie at 507-431-5600 or go to www.mnprairie. org/180/Child-support

ec c t s c e e

Pick-up and more

If you would like more information about Recycling in Steele County click here. For additional information please call Planning & Zoning / Environmental at 507-444-7487.

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PUBLIC SAFETY

STEELE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

204 East Pearl St., Owatonna 507-444-3800

Lon Thiele, Sheriff

Dial 911 for emergency situations. In a non-emergency situation where you need to reach a Licensed Deputy, please call 507-451-8232. You will then be put in contact with one deputy who is currently on duty. You can report a crime, suspicious activity, or inquire about laws, etc.

A tip line for all Steele County law enforcement agencies is 1-866-8787964. The more details you can supply law enforcement with the better they can follow through on the situation. Leaving your name and number is optional but would be appreciated andkepttotallyconfidential.

TheSteeleCountySheriff sOfficeison thefirst ooroftheSteeleCountyLaw

Enforcement Center located at 204 E Pearl, Owatonna. The exterior lobby at this location is open 24/7. There is a phone available there that will allow you to talk to a dispatcher, who will direct your call appropriately.

Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for the Steele County EmergencyNotificationSystem at https://member.everbridge. net/453003085612579/login.

POLICE

Blooming Prairie Police Department 138 Hwy. Ave. S., Blooming Prairie Chief Greg Skillestad Non-Emergency 507-583-7885

Owatonna Police Department 204 E Pearl St., Owatonna, 507-451-8232

Chief of Police- Jeff Mundale

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Blooming Prairie Fire Department 138 Hwy. Ave. S., Blooming Prairie

Chief- Dean Naatz

Non-Emergency: 507-583-2088

Ellendale Fire Department 705 2nd. St., Ellendale Phone: 911

Fire Chief-Logan Busho

Emergency Manager- Jerry Ibberson

Medford Volunteer Fire Department

Attached to City Hall, 408 2nd Ave. SE, Medford 507-455-0053

mfd@medfordminnesota.com

Fire Chief- Rick Hager

Emergency Management

Coordinator- Rick Hager

Assistant Fire Chief- Greg Sanborn

Owatonna Fire Department 107 Main St. W, Owatonna 507-444-2454

Fire Chief- Ed Hoffman

Owatonna

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CITY OF OWATONNA

540 West Hills Circle, Owatonna 444-4300 • ci.owatonna.mn.us

Population: 25,704 (2019 estimate)

Founded: 1853

IMPORTANT NUMBERS Administration — 774-7341

City building Inspections — 444-4370

City Council — 444-4300

City ordinances — bit.ly/3kiW0IO

City licenses and permits — 774-7341 Engineering Department — 444-4350

Report a pothole — 444-4350

Fire Department — 107 W Main St. • 444-2454

Hospital

Owatonna Hospital — 2250 NW 26th St. • 451-3850 • allinahealth.org

Library — 105 N Elm St. • 444–2460

Police — 204 E Pearl St. • 451-8232 (non-emergency)

Animal Control — 451-8232

Law Enforcement Records Division — 444-3800

Nusiance complaint form — bit. ly/31qcqrz

Pearl Street 911 Dispatch Center — 451-8232

Post Office — 209 E. Broadway St. • 451-3507

Public Safety alert signup — bit. ly/3m7OYHr

Public Works

Compost Facility — 475-0206

Engineering Division — 444-4350

Forestry Division — 444-4350

Stormwater Division — 444-4350

Streets Division — 774-7051

Wastewater Treatment Facility — 444-2452

Weed/Grass Violation complaint form — bit.ly/37utznJ

Rental property license — bit. ly/3m7OjWt

Stormwater Management — 774-7300

Owatonna Compost — 475-0206 Transit (SMART bus) — 855-SMART-B1 • smartbusmn.org

MEDIA

Owatonna People’s Press 135 W Pearl St. 451-2840 • owatonna.com News: 444-2371 Circulation: 333-3115

Steele County Times 411 Main St. E, Blooming Prairie 583-4431 • steeledodgenews.com

KAT Kountry 105 (Country) — krforadio.com

KFOW 1170 AM & 106.3 FM — newstalk1170.com

KOWZ 100.9 FM (Adult contemporary) — kowzfm.com

KRFO 1390 AM (Classic hits) — krforadio.com KRUE 92 (Country) — krue92.com

GOVERNMENT

The city of Owatonna is governed by an eight-member council, which includes seven council members and the mayor. All are elected to fouryear terms.

The city administrator, who works under the direction of the City Council, supervises all administrative affairs of the city government. The administrator directs and supervises department heads and is responsible for all day-to-day operations.

The City Council meets at 7 p.m. onthefirstandthirdTuesdayofthe month in the Council Chambers, Owatonna Administration Building, 540 West Hills Circle.

OWATONNA CITY COUNCIL

• Housing & Redevelopment Authority — 4 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month in the second oorconferenceroom,City Administration Building

• Human Rights Commission —5:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each monthinthesecond oorconference room of the City Administration Building.

• Public Library Board — 4:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in the library’s Gainey Room.

• Parks & Recreation Board — 4:30 p.m. the second Mondays of each month. Site varies

• Planning Commission –5:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. NovemberFebruary on the second Tuesday. All in the Council Chambers, City Administration Building

• Public Utilities Commission — 4 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday in the Morehouse Meeting Room at the OPU Office

• SeniorPlace Inc. — 1 p.m. on the firstMondayofeachmonth.

• Shade Tree Commission — 6 p.m. quarterly in January, April, JulyandOctoberinthesecond oor conference room, City Administration Building

City Street Township Road County Road County State Aid Highway

Owatonna City Council meets on the firstandthirdTuesdaysofeachmonth at 7 p.m. CITY BOARD & COMMISSION MEETINGS

• Airport Commission — 5 p.m. second Thursday of the month in the Airport Lounge

• Charter Commission — 4 p.m. on the third Thursday of April and whennecessaryinthesecond oor conference room,, City Administration Building

• Downtown Parking Committee — 8 a.m. quarterly, on the third Wednesday of January, April, July and October lower level conference room, City Administration Building

• Economic Development Authority — 4 p.m. third on the thir Wednesday of the month in the Council Chambers, City Administration Building

Private Road Ramp US Highway Interstate Railroad Brooktree

• West Hills Commission — Noon uarterlyonthefirstTuesdayof January, April, July and October in thefirst oor conferenceroom

PARKS & RECREATION 444-4321 • ci.owatonna.mn.us/283/ Parks-Recreation

The city of Owatonna Parks & Rec Department operates and maintains several facilties intended for the enjoyment of city residents and visitors, along with over 811 acres of parkland throughout 33 parks and has over 17 miles of trails.

Also offered are programs for adults and youth. From golf and kickball leagues to swimming and water safety instructor lessons, Owatonna Parks & Rec has something for everyone.

Brooktree Golf Course — 444-2467 • brooktreegolfcourse.com

River Springs Water Park — 774-7370

West Hills Social Commons (for seniors)— 444-4280

West Hills Tennis & Fitness Center — 444-4290

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CITY OF MEDFORD

408 Second Avenue SE, Medford 455-2866 • medfordminnesota.com

Population: 1,309 (2010 Census)

Founded: 1853

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

City Administration — 455-2866 Building permits — 444-7475 Fire Department — 408 Second Avenue SE • 455-0053

Municipal Liquor Store — 451-5821 Public Works — 456-7676 e ff s Office

204 E Pearl St., Owatonna • 4443800 (non emergency)

Emergency: 911

Tipline: 866-878-7964

In a non-emergency situation where you need to reach a licensed deputy, call the county’s Dispatch Center at 451-8232 to be put in contact with an on-duty deputy.

Runaway Hotline: 1-800-786-2929

• Steele County Detention Center

Water and Sewer — 455-2866 Utilities —

• Gas Centerpoint Energy — 1-800-245-2377

• Steele-Waseca Electric — 451-7340

• Cable TV

Midcontinent — 1-800-888-1300

Jaguar Communications — 1-800-250-1517

• Garbage

Archambault Brothers Disposal — 334-8910

Flom — 334-5767

Stewart Sanitation — 451-0976

Waste Management — wm.com

GOVERNMENT

The city of Medford is governed by a five-member council, which includes four council members and the mayor. All are elected to fouryear terms.

The city administrator works under the direction of the City Council and supervises department heads and

oversees all day-to-day operations.

The City Council meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month. Watch recorded council meetings at owatonnalive.com/Medford-CityMeetings.html

MEDFORD CITY COUNCIL

Medford City Council meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

Danny Thomas - Mayor

CITY BOARD & COMMISSION MEETINGS

• Economic Development Authority — 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of even months

• Park Board — 7 p.m. on the second Monday of odd months

• Planning and Zoning Board — 7 p.m. on the third Monday of odd months

Find Medford city ordinances at bit.ly/3dUyf7K

Rental housing permits applications: bit.ly/2IUKQML

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BloomingPrairie

City Road WaterTower FireDept. PoliceDept. Ambulance CityHall PublicUtilities SwimmingPool CityParks PublicSchools

Senior Center — 134 Third Ave. • 583-7369

Sewer Department — 583-7308 Street Department — 583-2325 (after hours emergencies)

Utilities —

Sewer Department — 583-7308 Street Department — 583-2325 (after hours emergencies)

Utilities —

• Electric and water — 333 2nd Ave. NE • 583-6683/475-2819 (after hours emergencies)

• Electric and water — 333 2nd Ave. NE • 583-6683/ 475-2819 (after hours emergencies)

• Telephone and internet Frontier Communication — 866-226-5170

• Telephone and internet Frontier Communication — 866-226-5170

Jaguar Communications — 214-1000

Mediacom Communication — 800-422-1473

Jaguar Communications — 214-1000

4THPLNW

• Garbage Skjeveland Enterprises — 528-9900/214-8727 Waste Management — 866-645-1324

Mediacom Communication — 800-422-1473

• Garbage Skjeveland Enterprises — 528-9900/214-8727

• Natural Gas Minnesota Energy Resources — 800-889-9508

Waste Management — 866-645-1324

Wastewater Treatment — 475-0996 (after hours emergencies)

• Natural Gas Minnesota Energy Resources — 800-889-9508

CITY GOVERNMENT

• Wastewater Treatment — 475-0996 (after hours emergencies)

CITY GOVERNMENT

The City Council consists of four elected councilors and the mayor. The city administrator, who oversees the day-to-day operations of the city, reports to the council.

The City Council consists of four elected councilors and the mayor. The city administrator, who oversees the day-to-day operations of the city, reports to the council.

MILLAVENE

The council meets at 7 p.m. on the Park pavilions rental at Victory Field,

beach is open early June to midAugust.

400 block of First Ave. N.W • 583-7401.

the Steele County Administration in Owatonna. Call 583- 2283 and ask for Building Permits.Steele County Resource Guide • 15

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SteeleCounty Cityof BloomingPrairie

CITY OF ELLENDALE

106 Sixth Ave. W 684-2681 • ellendalemn.com

Population: 691 (2010 Census)

Founded: 1900

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

City Administration — 684-2681

Ambulance — 505 Third Street • 688-2745 (non-emergency)

Community Center — 684-2681. Fire Department — 705 Second St. Emergency — 911 Post Office — 514 Second St. S • 684-3951

e ff s Office

204 E Pearl St., Owatonna • 444-3800 (non emergency)

Emergency: 911

Tipline: 866-878-7964

In a non-emergency situation where you need to reach a licensed deputy, call the county’s Dispatch Center at 451-8232 to be put in contact with an on-duty deputy. Runaway Hotline: 1-800-786-2929

Utilities —

• Electric Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric, 2411 West Bridge St. • 451-7340 or 1-800-526-3514

• Natural Gas

Minnesota Energy Resources

24-hour customer service — 1-800-889-9508.

24-hour emergency service — 1-800-889-4970

• Water and sewer — 684-2681

• Garbage removal service is contracted through the city. Service questions — Thompson Sanitation at 256-4370

• Internet

Radio Link Internet — 417-4176

Consolidated Communications — 844-968-7224

Midco — 800-888-1300

Frontier Communications — 800-921-8101

• Cable TV Midco — 800-888-1300

Consolidated Communications — 844-968-7224

• Telephone Frontier Communications —

800-921-8101

Consolidated Communications — 844-968-7224

Midco — 800-888-1300

CITY GOVERNMENT

TheCityCouncilconsistsoffive members, four councilors and the mayor. The council determines policy while the city administrator oversees the staff who carry the council’s direction.

City ordinances — Find them at ellendalemn.com/ordinances

ELLENDALE CITY COUNCIL

Ellendale City Council meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m.

Matthew Bartsch - Mayor

BOARD AND COMMISSION MEETINGS

Economic Development Authority — 7 a.m. the third Friday of January, March, May, July, September and November in the Ellendale City Office.

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The NRHEG Panthers competed in the A parade competition, ending in fourth place. (Ethan Becker/southernminn.com)

Education

The founders and settlers of Steele County brought with them certain cultural traditions that were as real and perhaps as important as the houses and stores they constructed. Oneoftheirfirstprioritieswas education.

Fromthefirstpublicschoolclasses conducted in a crude pole and branch-covered structure in the summer of 1855 to the wide variety of public and private educational facilities and resources available today, Steele County has a long historyofofferingthefinesteducation to all ages.

OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, ISD 761

Mission: Inspiring Excellence. Every Learner. Every Day. 507-444-8600 • isd761.org

Superintendent: Jeff Elstad • Superintendent sOffice444-8601

CentralEnrollmentOffice:Roosevelt Community School, 122 E McKinley St. • 444-7900

Mascot: Huskies • Activities Director: Marc Achterkirch, 444-8989

Owatonna Community Education: 122 East McKinley St. • 444-7900 • communityed.isd761.org

Preschool: communityed.isd761.org/ early-childhood-ed/preschool Before and after-school care: bit. ly/3lWLDLg

OWATONNA AREA LEARNING CENTER 130 E. Vine St. 444-8000

OWATONNA HIGH SCHOOL 333 School St. E 444-8800

OWATONNA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 500 15th St. NE 444-8700

ROSE STREET CENTER 115 E. Rose St. 444-7800

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

LINCOLN SCHOOL 747 Havana Road 444-8100

MCKINLEY SCHOOL 423 14th St. NE 444-8200

WASHINGTON SCHOOL 338 Main St. E 444-8300

WILSON SCHOOL 325 Meadow Lane 444-8400

WILLOW CREEK SCHOOL 1050 22nd St. NE 444-8500

BLOOMING PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, ISD 756

202 Fourth Ave NW, Blooming Prairie 583-4426 • blossoms.k12.mn.us

Superintendent: Christopher Staloch 583-6615, ext. 427

Bus Manager: Dean Peterson 438-3819

Mascot: Awesome Blossoms •

Activities Director: Allison Mach, 583-4426 , ext. 445

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Each year, graduating seniors in Owatonna walk through the district’s elementary schools. (Photo courtesy of Owatonna High School)

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

202 Fourth Ave. NW, Blooming Prairie 507-583-4426 • blossoms.k12.mn.us/ page/2538

EARLY CHILDHOOD AND FAMILY EDUCATION

123 Second St. NW, Blooming Prairie 583-6615

BLOOMING PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL

202 Fourth Ave. NW, Blooming Prairie 583-4426

BLOOMING PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

123 Second St. NW, Blooming Prairie 583-6615

MEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS, ISD 763

750 Second Ave. SE, Medford 451-6474 • medford.k12.mn.us

Superintendent: Mark Ristau, 214-6321

Mascot: Tigers • Activities Director: Josh Carlson, 214-6312

Community Education: medford.k12. mn.us/page/2453 • 214-6304

Early Childhood Family Education: medford.k12.mn.us/page/2525

Tiger Club before and after-school care: medford.k12.mn.us/page/2566 • 214-6381

NEW RICHLANDHARTLAND-ELLENDALE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, ISD 2168

Mission: Empowering students with knowledge and skills to succeed. 306 Ash Ave. S, New Richland 465-3205 • nrheg.k12.mn.us/pages/ NRHEG

Superintendent: Dale Carlson, 417-2600

Mascot: Panthers • Activities Director: Dan Stork, dstork@nrheg.k12.mn.us

Community Education: nrheg.k12. mn.us/domain/49 • 417-2667

NRHEG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

600 School St., Ellendale 416-2101

NRHEG SECONDARY SCHOOL

306 Ash Ave. S, New Richland 417-2601

TECHNICAL ACADEMIES OF MINNESOTA –CHOICE ACADEMY

Opened in fall 2015 this public, tuition-free charter school is for students in grades 7-12. The academy employs licensed teachers and bring hands-on, project-based experiential learning to students.

The project-based public charter school focuses on career and technical schools. Students create projects based on their own interests and make choices about how they complete state graduation requirements as a part of their projects. Some work will be done online while other experiences are in the community, at a local business or

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on a college campus.

The Owatonna site is the second of four Technical Academies of Minnesotasites.Thefirstopenedin 2014 in Wilmar.

315 S Grove Ave., Owatonna technicalacademies.org • 400-4009

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

EAGLE ACADEMY (ELEMENTARY SCHOOL)

2300 Heritage Place NW, Owatonna eagleacademyowatonna.com 455-3205

OWATONNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

The school educates students in Pre-K to 12th grade. 265 26th St. NE, Owatonna owatonnachristianschool.org 451-3495

ST. MARY’S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mission: Partnering with families to develop a student’s full potential in mind, body and spirit through Catholic values.

St. Mary’s educates students in Pre-K to eighth grade 730 S. Cedar Ave., Owatonna stmarys-owatonna.org • 446-2300

PILLSBURY COLLEGE PREP

A nationally accredited private school offering small classroom sizes with online individual instruction and pacing, the school is open to both domestic and international students from grades 6-12, the year-round boarding school offers an entrepreneurial academic environment. The school has a strategic partnership with Minnesota State University, Mankato and Riverland Community College, allowing high school students to take dual enrollment and attend Riverland for college credit.

315 S. Grove Ave., Owatonna pillsburyprep.com • 214-2200

POST SECONDARY

RIVERLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE – OWATONNA CAMPUS

Mission: To transform lives through excellence in service, education and career training.

Riverland offers a wide range of academic programs — from Accounting to Welding — including bachelor’s degree programs, workforce-ready technical training, short-termcertificateoptionsand thefirsttwoyearsofafour-year education.

All state-operated colleges and universities in Minnesota are united under the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MinnState) system.

Togethertheyhaveidentifiedcourses in ten goal areas for students to satisfactorily complete known as the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum. All courses completed as MNTC credits can transfer to other schools within the MnSCU system. The forty MNTC credits within ten goal areas are built into Riverland’s Associate of Arts degree.

Owatonna College and University Center 964 Alexander Dr., Owatonna riverland.edu • 455-5880

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Medford Graduation Blooming Prairie graduation

Providers Hospitals, Clinics & Medical Emergency

CRISIS RESOURCE CENTER

Support and service to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse. 125 Front St. W, Owatonna 507-451-1202 or 1-800-451-1202 helpinghandsofsteele.com/ crisisrecourcecenter.html

GOLD CROSS AMBULANCE

1005 Cedar Ave. S, Owatonna 507-451-6403

HOSPITALITY HOUSE OF OWATONNA

Emergency men’s shelter 250 E Main St., Owatonna 507-444-4042

MN POISON CONTROL CENTER

1-800-222-1222

OWATONNA CLINIC (MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM)

2200 26th St. NW, Owatonna 451-1120

Owatonna Clinic Urgent Care 451-0686 mayoclinichealthsystem.org/ locations/owatonna

OWATONNA HOSPITAL (ALLINA HEALTH)

2250 26th St. NW, Owatonna 507-451-3850 • allinahealth.org/ owatonna-hospital

SAFE RETURN

For wandering & medical emergencies 1-888-572-8566

SMOKING CESSATION

Mayo Nicotine Dependence Center & Support Group: 1-800-344-5984

Narcotics Anonymous – MN Region: -877-767-7676

Quitplan Helpline: 1-888-354-7526

PHARMACIES

Sterling Pharmacy 410 Hoffman Drive, Owatonna 507-451-0240

Walgreens Pharmacy 125 SE 18th St., Owatonna 507-451-8326

HEALTH CARE & WELLNESS

Compcare Urgent Care 1232 S. Oak Ave., Owatonna 651-508-0936

REM Woodvale

1836 S Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-1296

Amy Swain Hearing Centers

685 W Bridge St. STE 3, Owatonna 507-451-3879

Balanced Healthcare Centers 1414 S Oak Ave. #4, Owatonna 507-455-0199

Beauterre Recovery Institute 2480 County Road 45 South, Owatonna 612-326-7600

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Begin Again: Health & Wellbeing LLC 203 North Elm, Owatonna 507-676-7308

Beltone Hearing Care 577 State Ave., Owatonna 507-451-1750

Better Body Shop

685 W. Bridge St. Suite #7, Owatonna 507-214-2639

Big Dream Organics LLC 216 W. Bridge, Owatonna 507-456-9713

Bridges Chiropractic Health Clinic 215 18th St. SE, Owatonna 507-451-7580

Cedar Chiropractic 130 NW 26th St., Owatonna 507-451-0051

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute 2250 NW 26th St., Owatonna 507-977-2150

Dakota Valley Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, P.A. 155 28th St. NE, Owatonna 507-451-9200

Dresser Family DentalRichard W. Dresser, DDS 170 NE Landmark Drive STE A, Owatonna 507-451-3090

Family Home Images 1385NEWild owerLane,Owatonna 507-774-0394

Fernbrook Family Center 2575 Harvest Lane NW, Owatonna 507- 446-0431

Fountain Center of Owatonna 134 Southview St., Owatonna 507-451-0511

Frette, Dr. Kent DDS, PA 605 Hillcrest Ave., Owatonna 507- 451-6294

Holland Family Dental 605 Hillcrest Ave., Owatonna 507- 451-7250

Horizon EyeCare Professionals - a Vision Source Premier Practice 2560 Harvest Lane NW, Owatonna 507-451-3072

In Touch Physical Therapy 123 W Broadway, Owatonna 507-451-7888

Main Street Dental 1170 E Frontage Road, Owatonna 507-455-1000

Mayo Clinic Store-Owatonna 1100 W. Frontage Road, STE 160, Owatonna 507-444-5098

Monson Eyecare Center 127 W Vine St, Owatonna 507-451-5300

Owatonna Sports and Physical Therapy

1414 S Oak Ave. STE 2, Owatonna 507-451-8254

Park Dental Owatonna 605 Hillcrest Ave. STE 210, Owatonna 507-451-5844

Pedersen Shaklee

913 Minnesota Ave., Owatonna 507-455-2785

Prairie Ridge Orthodontics, Jeff Loveless, DDS MS 475 26th St. NE, Owatonna 507-451-5993

Precision Chiropractic

1015 Frontage Rd. West #104, Owatonna 507-413-0962

The Dentists of Owatonna Family Dentistry 305 SE 18th St., Owatonna 507-451-2600

Visiting Angels

577 State Ave. STE 3, Owatonna 507-451-1124

WellFit Chiropractic

685 W Bridge St. STE 1B, Owatonna 507-413-8300

Wottreng Family Dental, LLC 120 Landmark Drive STE 2, Owatonna 507-446-8301

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Parks, Recreation

OWATONNA PARKS & RECREATION

Trails

to walk and run,

listen to concerts or watch a ball game, to ski or skate, or just to enjoy the beauty of

nature — they can all be found in Owatonna’s parks and trails. The city’s Parks and Recreation

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Department currently maintains more than 700 acres of park land in 24 different city parks, which range from several neighborhood parks, which are less than a half-acre, to the 225acre Kaplan’s Woods. It also provides recreation opportunities for adults and youth.

To reserve a pavilion for a special event, sign up for a program or browse the full calendar of events, visit ci.owatonna.mn.us/parkrec.

KAPLAN’S WOODS PARKWAY

Outdoor lovers from the area head over to Kaplan’s Woods Parkway for the ultimate compilation of outdoor activities. From more than six miles of trails used for hiking, jogging, skiing and biking to picnic sites, boat ramps andfishingpiers,thisparkwayisfilled with pleasant greetings and scenic nature. Maps of the parkway are available at the Parks and Recreation office.

1205 SW 18th St., Owatonna 444-4321

TENNIS

The West Hills Tennis and Fitness Center provides a heated swimming pool and six indoor tennis courts. 502 Dunnell Dr., Owatonna 444-4290

Hours: Monday -Thursday: 3-9 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday: 8- 11 a.m. Friday: 3-7 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m.-noon Sunday: noon-4: p.m.

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SOCIAL COMMONS

A place for leisure and recreational pursuits for adults over 50 years of age, it’s located on the West Hills campus off of State Avenue. It’s a ‘one-stop shop’ for seniors with Healthy Seniors of Steele County, Semcac Senior Dining, Mobility Meals and adult leisure pursuits all under one roof.

500 Dunnell Dr., Owatonna 444-4280 • ci.owatonna.mn.us/324/ West-Hills-Social-Commons Services:

• AARP driver safety

• Arts and crafts

• Billiards

• Cards

• Dancing and singing

• Educational programs

• Enrichment, friendship, fun and belonging

• Exercise/health and wellness

• Games

• Sports and leisure activities

• Travel

OWATONNA PARKS

A place to picnic and play games, to walk or run, attend a concert, watch a ball game or simply to enjoy the beauty of nature—they all can be found in the parks and trails of Steele County.

CENTRAL PARK

At the heart of Owatonna, Central

Park is home to the Farmer’s Market and the 11@7 Concert Series. Visit the park to enjoy live music, shop for locally-grown food and handmade crafts or take in the beauty of the iconic fountain and scenic view of downtown.

DARTTS PARK

Dartts Park is for the active type. Featuring two tennis courts, abaseballfieldwithspectator seating,softballfield,horseshoes, a playground and more, this park offers plenty of opportunity for you to enjoy the outdoors and some friendly competition.

JAYCEE PARK

Jaycee Park is the perfect destination for your next birthday party celebration or family gettogether. Nestled between Main Street and Rice Lake Street, Jaycee Park features a picnic shelter, sand volleyball court and play equipment. A thank you is in order to the Owatonna Jaycees for their enormous contributions to the initial and continued development of the park.

MANTHEY PARK

A community favorite, Manthey Park has been newly redone and has played host to many family gatherings over the years. With two large picnic shelters, tennis courts, a basketball court, softball and

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baseball fields, play e uipment, hiking trails and a large open grassy area, families can spend some true quality time at this park.

MINERAL SPRINGS PARK

A must-visit for natives and visitors alike, Mineral Springs Park is home to the statue of Princess Owatonna. Also known for its healing mineral springs, this park features amenities for family outings as well as a disc golf course.

MOREHOUSE PARK

Bask in the beauty of the Straight River at Morehouse Park. Featuring the Warsinski Chalet, a picnic shelter,

play equipment, horseshoe courts and a softball field, residents can also take advantage of sand volleyball and a skate park. In the spring and summer months, many families visit the park to feed the ducks and geese, fish or walk on the aplan s Woods Parkway.

MEDFORD PARKS

Canoe and kayak enthusiasts can enter the Straight River through the landing access available at Straight River Park, while the sports buff can enjoy the volleyball courts, tennis courts, a basketball court and baseball field. Perfect for reunions

and gatherings, the park also features pavilions, a playground, kiddie pool as well as a large pool with a diving board.

Medford Parks and Recreation: medfordminnesota.com/ departments/parks-and-recreation STRAIGHT RIVER PARK

Two volleyball courts, two tennis courts, a basketball court and a baseball diamond are available for sports enthusiasts, it’s the most popular park in Medford. Grills and one large and small pavilion are available for picnics, reunions or gatherings. A big playground, kiddie pool, large pool with diving board and bathrooms provide all of the amenities of a great park. For canoe or kayak paddlers, a Straight River Canoe landing access is available.

FRANK WOODFILL WILDLIFE REFUGE

One of the city’s hidden gems, the park is located 1 mile south of Medford on the right side (west side) of Steele County Road 45 (Main Street). It’s the perfect place to take a stroll, relax, enjoy nature, view wildlife and watch the Straight River ow by. The park also includes a landing for canoes and kayaks.

BLOOMING PRAIRIE PARKS

Central Park and Victory Field Park are two that residents frequently visit. Home to the Old-Fashioned Fourth of July festivities, Central Park features a pavilion, gazebo and play equipment. Across from the high school, Victory Field Park offers two softball fields and a tennis court in addition to a pavilion and playground. Other parks in Blooming Prairie are East Side, Green Gardens and the Fire Department.

STEELE COUNTY PARKS

There are two county park locations and a canoe Landing along the Straight River.

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For more than 100 years, Steele County residents have been served by the Owatonna Public Library. There’s also a branch of the library located in the Blooming Prairie City Center building.

OWATONNA PUBLIC LIBRARY

105 N. Elm Ave., Owatonna 444-2460 • owatonna.info

Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Closed Sundays.

BLOOMING PRAIRIE LIBRARY

138 Highway Ave. S, Blooming Prairie 583-7750

Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sundays.

SERVICES

The library offers a wide range of services to adults and children, including wireless Internet.

Children’s Services has materials and programs for children ages 13 andunder. idscanfindtheirfavorite stories, authors and books at the library or e-books through the library website. There are also DVDs, books on audio cassette and CD, and toys and puzzles available for checkout. Computers are available where they can type a paper or play with the best computer programs available.

The local history collection in

Adult Services includes a variety of resources for learning about local history or tracing genealogy. Resources include local newspapers from1868tothepresentonmicrofilm, city and county directories, family histories and biographies, Steele County cemeteries index, city and county reports and proposals, Ancestry.com, passenger lists and immigration resources and the Steele County Historical Society digital photo archive.

In addition to the books, including large print, the library carries magazines, compact discs, DVDs, Blu-yay and books on CD. The library’s website — owatonna.info — lists numerous databases available to library cardholders. Library-goers can also download ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, music and independent filmswithanOwatonnaPublicLibrary card.

Special programs and events are held throughout the year, such as story hours for children, book discussions for adults, author

programs, a poetry writers group and a twice-monthly movie showing.

HISTORY

Owatonna’s Free Public Library was established in 1896 following a $5,000 from one of Owatonna’s leading residents. In 1898 and 1899, public funds for the library’s construction were approved.

During the fall of 1898 plans of the present building were perfected by Frank Alder Gutterson, of the architecturalfirmofSmithand Gutterson, DesMoines, Iowa. Gutterson designed a two story NeoClassic building while the Owatonna firmofHammelandAndersonwas commissioned in 1899 to construct thelibrary.Itwasofficiallydedicated on Feb. 22, 1900.

The two-story library is constructed of buff-colored brick and Kasota stone,ande ecutedinamodified Greek cross with projecting central bays on the east and west (front) facades.

Thesignificanceofthelibrarylies both in the role that it has played in the intellectual and cultural growth of the city of Owatonna and in the architectural style which it represents. The library was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in June 1976.

Source: National Register of Historic Places/city of Owatonna

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MN Braille & Talking Book Library –1-800-722-0550

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Owatonna Library. Photo by Trevor Gieseke Blooming
Prairie Library

Arts &Culture

LITTLE THEATRE OF OWATONNA

Founded in 1966 to bring “culture, art and entertainment to Owatonna and the surrounding communities with active participation by all interested,” LittleTheatreofOwatonna mountsfourtofive productions a year, with the repertoire ranging from comedy to drama to musical theater.

560A Dunnell Dr., Owatonna 507-457-0764

Littletheatreofowatonna.org

OWATONNA ARTS CENTER

Located on the historic campus of Minnesota’s only state orphanage, the Owatonna Arts Center is a place to discover surprising insights of the world around you and new talents within you. The center’s vitality is experienced in the art classes that are offered for children and adults, exhibitions by regional professional artists and musical performances. The Owatonna Arts Center’s mission “to make the arts accessible to the community and to promote creativity.”

435 Garden View Lane, Owatonna 507-451-0533

Oacarts.org

STEELE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER & VILLAGE OF YESTERYEAR

The Village of Yesteryear, operated by the Steele County Historical Society, is where visitors can experience what life was like in Owatonna and Steele County at the turn of the 20th century.

There are two log cabins, a railroad station with a 1850’s caboose from Steele County, gas station, general store/postoffice, firestation,farmmachinerybuilding,blacksmithshop, country school, Dunnell mansion built in 1868 and the St. Wenceslaus of Moravia Church built in 1891. The buildings are furnished according to the time they were built and are connected by a boardwalk.

The fully accessible and modern center features exhibits and offers historically related programs throughout the year.

1700 Austin Road, Owatonna 507-451-1420

Steelehistorymuseum.org

ORPHANAGE MUSEUM

In 1885, the Minnesota Legislature created the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children. This new state orphanage operated from 1886-1945. During that time, 10,635 children passed through this institution. Today the campus is known as the West Hills Complex. The Minnesota State Public School OrphanageMuseumislocatedonthefirst oorofthe city administration building. This building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum contains photos, artifacts and stories of the children who lived this history.

540 West Hills Circle, Owatonna 507-774-7369

LOUIS H. SULLIVAN NATIONAL FARMERS BANK

The year was 1906. The National Farmers Bank — the largestbankinthecity—hadoutgrownitsofficeson thefirst oorofa40-year-oldbuildingindowntown Owatonna. Carl Bennett, then-vice president of the bank, commissioned famed architect Louis H. Sullivan to design a “true and lasting work of art” to be the home of the bank. Construction of the new bank in Owatonna —thefirst of Sullivan’s “jewel boxes” — began in April 1907 and was completed in 1908. The red brick structure with green terra cotta bands features two large arches displaying stained glass windows designed by Louis J. Millet. Inside are several murals by Oskar Gross and a “poem of colors,” featuring more than 200 shades, primarily blues and greens, intricate terra cotta and gold-leaf detailing.

In Jan. 7, 1976, the building was recognized as a national historic landmark. The United States Postal Service commemorated the building , now a Wells Fargo branch, in 1981, putting the image of the bank on a postage stamp.

101 North Cedar Ave., Owatonna

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Aug. 15-20, 2023

1525 S Cedar Ave., Owatonna 451-5305 • scff.org

HISTORY OF THE FAIR

ThefirstfairinSteeleCountywasheld on Oct. 17, 1860.

Premiums that year were quite interesting:

• Best 6 yoke of working oxen – $6

• Best wagon made in county – $3

• Best buggy made in county – $5

• Best team and plow – $2

• Best butter churn – $1

• Best corn and best 100 lbs of our 50

From 1871 through 1917 the fair was held at various sites throughout Owatonna until 1871 when the fair was held on 40 acres of pasture land at the head of Main Street in eastern Owatonna, It eventually moved to the current site of 70 acres in 1918.

Steele County made real history when the Minnesota State Fair was held here in 1883 and 1884, and large crowds came by chartered trains to Owatonna to enjoy the fair.

By 1927, the fair board decided to make the fair a “free fair,” helping the fair grow and thrive.

Free Fair

The 1930’s brought lavish stage shows with beautiful chorus lines that played before the grandstand nightly. By 1932 big car racing came to the fair. Auto racing and motor events became huge attractions, and to this day remain the most popular type of entertainment at the fair.

Free stages developed by 1979 and have hosted hundreds of talent and musical acts. The fair has also had a strong agricultural history. It still hosts about 2000 animals at the fair every year and the fastest growing show is horses.

The fair has always attracted merchandise and food vendors and now hosts over 500 booths with over 100 different food stands each year. In 2009 the fair had vendors from over 26 states. In addition to the merchandise and food stands today’s fair features 24 bands, everything from old time to hard rock and dixieland to gospel music. Attendance in 2019 was estimated at more than 322,000 visitors.

MUCKLE MUSEUM

The Muckle Fair Museum was donated by Stan Muckle (1909-95),

an ardent Steele County Free Fair supporter and leader in the vision which has resulted in Minnesota’s Biggest County Fair! The museum is full of interesting memorabilia from past fairs. The museum and all buildings are open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. during the fair.

VILLAGE OF YESTERYEAR

Be sure to walk through the Village of Yesteryear. A collection of 25 buildings from Steele County’s early years located east of the fairgrounds. Admission is free during fair week.

EVENTS AND ATTRACTIONS

Along with music, food, animals, midway rides, carnival games and tractor pulls, the fair offers a wealth of performances and granstand events. The 2021 schedule will be announced in the spring.

The fair also recognizes local leaders with inductions into its Equine and Livestock halls of fame. Other worthy individuals are honored each year with the fair’s Livestock Hall of Fame Service Award and Ambassador of the Year.

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History Center

Steele County Historical Soicety

1700 Austin Road, Owatonna 451-1420 • schsmn.org

The Steele County Historical Society preserves the county’s past, shares its stories and connects people with history in meaningful ways.

The Historical Society was established in 1949 to preserve the county’s history. The Village of Yesteryear was established. in 1962 with the arrival of the Lemond Township’s Saco Church. Now with 19 structures, the latest being the 1931 Standard Oil gas station, the village has become a county landmark and historic treasure.

The History Center opened in April 2012 to provide exhibits on topics beyond the pioneer village, a research library for visitors, a venue for meetings and archival storage.

HISTORY CENTER

Hours

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Admission FREE

VILLAGE OF YESTERYEAR

Guided tours available at 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays from May 1 through Sept. 30. Adult Admission: $5 Children 7-16: $3 6 and under are free SCHS members: free Group rates available

RESEARCH YOUR HISTORY

The Historical Society has been collecting documents, photographs and books since 1949 relating to wide range of local history. Guests are welcome to use the Zamboni Genealogy and Research Room. Access is free for Historical Society members and $5 for non-members.

Visitors are asked to call ahead and make an appointment so that you can be properly served.

Research requests may also be submitted via email to queries@ steelehistorymuseum.org.

Anyone interested in genealogy who would like tips on researching, the Historical Society offers a Genealogy Club. The club meets at 10a.m.onthefirstTuesdayofevery month at the History Center. The club also offers a brown bag lunch series covering a wide range of genealogy research topics.

HISTORIC PROPERTIES

Ezra Abbott House

345 East Broadway, Owatonna Circa-1860houseofanin uential Owatonna early settler.

Dr. John H. Adair House

322 East Vine St., Owatonna

1913 Prairie School house, called southeastMinnesota sfinest residential design by Purcell, Feick & Elmslie in its National Register nomination.

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Administration Building-Minnesota State Public School For Dependent and Neglected Children

West Hills Circle, Owatonna

1887 Romanesque Revival main building of a state school complex active 1886–1970. Also a contributing property to the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children historic district. Now contains the Minnesota State Public School Orphanage Museum andcityoffices.

Blooming Prairie Commercial Historic District

Main Street, East between Highway Avenue and Second Avenue, N.E., Blooming Prairie

Unusually intact business district of an agricultural trade center on the Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Paul Railroad, with 20 contributing properties built 1893–1932.

Bridge No. L-5573

Township Road 95 over the Straight River, east of Hwy. 65, Clinton Falls Township

Also known as the Clinton Falls Bridge; an early use of steel for a truss bridge in Minnesota, constructed in 1894.

Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children

Roughly bounded by West Hills Drive, State Avenue and Florence Avenue, Owatonna

Campus of a pioneering public institution for juvenile wards of the state, active 1886–1947, with 19 contributing properties. Also associatedwithnationallysignificant child welfare advocate Galen A. Merrill. Now the West Hills Complex.

National Farmers’ Bank

101 North Cedar St., Owatonna

Architecturallysignificantbank building designed by Louis Sullivan andGeorgeGrantElmslie,thefirst of Sullivan’s late-career “jewel box” banks. Also a contributing property to the Owatonna Commercial Historic District.

Owatonna City and Firemen’s Hall

107 West Main St., Owatonna Multipurpose municipal hall built1906 07,significantas

Owatonna’s government center and as an example of Minnesota’s common late-19th/early-20thcentury municipal buildings. Also a contributing property to the Owatonna Commercial Historic District.

Owatonna Commercial Historic District

Roughly bounded by North Cedar Avenue, West & East Broadway, and West Bridge & West Main streets, Owatonna

12-block downtown district with 75 contributing properties built 1871 to the late 1950s, associated with the growth and prosperity of an agricultural/industrial community and

county seat.

Owatonna Free Public Library

105 North Elm St., Owatonna 1899 public library noted for its Neoclassical architecture and contribution to Owatonna’s intellectual and cultural development.

Pillsbury Academy Campus Historic District

Roughly Academy, Grove, and Main streets, Owatonna

Five campus buildings constructed 1889–1914 for the only Baptist school among Minnesota’s 19thcentury private institutions of higher education. Also noted for their architecture and association with benefactors Mark H. Dunnell and George A. Pillsbury.

Daniel S. Piper House

County Highway 45, Medford vicinity Minnesota’s only example of a New England-style interconnected farm complex, built in 1877, and a symbol of Yankee settler heritage in the state.

Steele County Courthouse

111 East Main St., Owatonna 1891 courthouse, noted for its Romanesque Revival architecture and long service as Steele County’s government seat. Also a contributing property to the Owatonna Commercial Historic District.

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Golf Courses

BROOKTREE GOLF COURSE

This municipal course has been dubbedoneofthefinestinsouthern Minnesota. From its 18 holes and golf carts to the clubhouse featuring superb entertainment and Broken Tee Bar & Grill, Brooktree Golf Course is a golfer’s destination to eat, play and repeat!

1369 Cherry St., Owatonna brooktreegolfcourse.com • 444-2467

BLOOMING PRAIRIE COUNTRY CLUB

Blooming Prairie Country Club facility features a 9-hole course and

3,026 yards of golf. Take a break in the Clubhouse for a quick bite or loosen your grip with a cold adult beverage! This course offers private memberships but is open to the public as well.

7701 SE 118th St., Blooming Prairie bpcountryclub.com • 583-2887

HAVANA HILLS GOLF COURSE

From family and junior passes to corporate outings and Moonlight Golf events, Havana Hills is for the learner, the experienced and the one looking to just have a good time. This 9-hole, par-3 course is for children and adults alike.

210 Dane Road, Owatonna 507-451-2577

RIVER ROCK DISC GOLF COURSE

River Rock is a 9-hole disc golf

course that’s open to the public at no charge. Leagues are organized by and for the many avid disc golfers in the area. Never tried it? Anyone out there with an extra disc would welcome you as their own. Contact the Parks and Recreation department for more details.

1025 Mineral Springs Park, Owatonna

OWATONNA COUNTRY CLUB

Situated in the southwest corner of town, Owatonna Country Club is located on 140 acres of rolling hills, rivers and lakes. The golf course integrates a natural setting with a challenging course and offers golf cats, driving range, putting green and exceptional restaurant and bar service. Pack your bag for this 18-hole private facility with 6,296 yards of golf!

1991 Lemond Road, Owatonna owatonnacc.com • 451-6120

WATERS EDGE MINIATURE

GOLF COURSE

Waters Edge, located on the north side of Owatonna, is a course that is all about playing around water hazards and boulders. Holes are uphill, downhill and can present challenges for golfers of all ages. With 18-holes and dining options nearby, the family can plan an entirely pleasing afternoon.

175 Landmark Dr. NE, Owatonna 451-3666

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Brooktree Golf Course. Photo by Trevor Gieseke
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Camping

Enjoy the perfect staycation right here in Steele County with a visit to one of its many campgrounds. Whether you have a tent, camper or RV, the campgrounds of Steele County have amenities to satisfy even the most ardent campers. Let the stress of planning a getaway subside and enjoy summer nights lit by campfiresandstars.Grabyourmarshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers, because it’s time to go camping!

CRYSTAL SPRINGS RV RESORT

Crystal Springs provides services that give it the reputation as one of the most charming RV resorts in southern Minnesota. The intimate and welcoming atmosphere will have you rushing to this gated community for a peaceful and relaxing stay. 15701 SW 35th Ave., Ellendale 507-684-2406

crystalspringsrvresort.com

HOPE OAK KNOLL CAMPGROUND

Perfect for those seeking an engaging and clean place to camp, Hope Oak Knoll offers a family fun environment withfirepits,gameroom,laundry,showersandmore. Enjoy a game of horseshoes, set up on the pavilion or mingle with your neighbors. This old-fashioned setting will kick you into relaxation mode for a serene and friendly retreat.

9545 County Road 3, Owatonna 507-451-2998

RIVER VIEW CAMPGROUND

River View Campground is surrounded by giant oak trees and bordered by the Straight River. Unwind in the heatedpool,takeastrollalongtheriverandfinishthe daywithacampfire.Riverviewwillhaveyouadmiringthe rolling countryside from sun up until sundown. 2554 SW 28th St., Owatonna 507-451-8050

riverviewcampgroundminnesota.com

RICE LAKE STATE PARK & CAMPGROUND

A prime setting for viewing birds and water fowl, this site symbolizes the peaceful and quiet getaway. Easy to get to with paved roads to the park, Rice Lake is for the laidback camper. Take a walk to the lake or through the wellmaintained trails, take a canoe across the water or set up atraditionalpicnic.Getoutoftown,smellthewild owers and take it easy at Rice Lake State Park. 8485 Rose St., Owatonna, Reservations: 866-857-2757 bit.ly/3kb3WMb

BROOKSIDE CAMPGROUND

Camp with your entire family, take part in local events and get the best possible amenities (including free Wi-Fi) at an affordable, all-inclusive price? Brookside provides camping spaces that include RV sites, primitive and modern tent sites, pull-through campsites, group campsites, and cabin/camper rentals. 52482 320th St., Blooming Prairie 507-583-2979

brooksidecampgrounds@gmail.com

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BLOOMING PRAIRIE YOUTH CLUB

If there were ever an organization that a whole community stands behind and supports, it’s the Blooming Prairie Youth Club. The club provides a space for children from kindergarten to grade 12. Activities provided are hands-on activities in the areas of health and life skills, education and career development, character and leadership,thearts,sports,fitnessandrecreation.

401 Fourth St. SE, Blooming Prairie 507-583-6699 • bpyouthclub.com

FOUR SEASONS CENTRE

Located on the Steele County Fairgrounds, the center was built in 1972 for all Steele County residents. An expansion was completed in spring 2000, providing users with expanded opportunities for ice related activities and dry oorevents.

1525 South Elm Ave., Owatonna • 451-1093

NORTHWOODS CINEMA 10

Catch the latest show in comfortable stadium seating at Northwoods Cinema 10. From popcorn and ice cream to beverages and candy galore, you’ll be more than satisfied. Thetheateroffersprivategroupshowingsand birthday party packages.

300 Allan Ave., Owatonna 451-1410 • cectheatres.com

REPTILE & AMPHIBIAN DISCOVERY ZOO (RAD ZOO)

Minnesota’s premier destination for reptile exhibits. Marvel at the amazing creatures of the reptile and amphibian world including snakes, turtles, lizards, crocodilians, toads, frogs and salamanders. The zoo is home to over 150 animals from all over the world exhibited in re-creations of their native environments. The

RAD Zoo houses a birthday pavilion and party options available for guests wanting a unique and crocodilian birthday experience.

6750 W Frontage Rd, Medford, MN 455-1465 • heradzoo.com

ARCHERY

For all skill levels, Steele County offers two locations to test your talents.

OWATONNA ARCHERY RANGE

Free to the public and includes several ranges. 711 N Elm Ave., Owatonna ci.owatonna.mn.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/ArcheryRange-25

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North American Farm and Power Show at the Four Seasons Centre in Owatonna. RAD Zoo Archery - Photo by Trevor Gieseke

SPARE

Thisisafirst-classbowlingcenterprovidingthelatest in entertainment. Virtual games added to the lanes and sleek seating makes it a comfortable and clean place to bowl. Volleyball is held outside in the sand courtsspecificallybuiltfortheoccasioninthesummer and both a laser tag area and game zone put the place over the top. Schedule a party, meet up with friends or revel in the bar with supreme drinks and food. 333 18th St. SE, Owatonna 507-451-2524 • spare-time-fun.com

STEELE COUNTY BLADES

Amateur hockey team, part of the United States Premier Hockey League, the Blades play at the Four Seasons Centre, 1525 S. Elm St., Owatonna. scbladeshockey.com

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A nonprofit dedicatedtopromotingenthusiasm and safety awareness through shooting sports. The club offers indoor and outdoor targets allowing the community a secure place to practice and teach. 1675 NW 50th St., Medford 507-259-7919•www.20ri epistolclub.org

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Lakes, pools & water parks

BEAVER LAKE

Right outside of Ellendale is a 94-acre lake, complete with a swimming beach, park area and play equipment. The beach has become a summer hot spot for area residents who are looking for a quiet and clean spot to cool off with the boat docks,fishingpier,horseshoepitsand volleyball courts.

Ellendale 444-4321

LAKE KOHLMEIER

Gear up your tackle box and pack your swimsuit, Lake Kohlmeier in Owatonna is a favorite for locals

tocatchsome uickrays. Swim,fire up the grill, dive into a game of sand volleyball,orcastalineoffthefishing dock to catch one of many species offish.

Owatonna 444-4321

MEDFORD POOL

One big playground, kiddie pool, large pool with diving board and bathrooms provide all of the amenities of a great park. Don’t forget to sign the little ones up for their swim lessons.

Medford 507-455-2866

PINE SPRINGS PARK

If you’re looking for a concrete swimming pool to cool off during the hot summer months, Pine Springs Pool is not the place. It’s better. The manmade pool has a sand bottom and is fed from the natural springs located beneath the city block on which it sits. The pool also offers a picnic area with a gazebo and sandboxes. First Avenue & First Street NW, Blooming Prairie 507-583-7573

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Beaver Lake

RIVER SPRINGS WATER PARK

River Springs is equipped with a lazy river that spans across the park, a large activity pool, climbing wall, lily pad walk and a sand volleyball court. Families can relax on the lounging chairs while enjoying a salty pretzel or slushie from the concession stand. Tube and body slides are the perfect combination of family-friendly and just-scary-enough and guests also have access to showers and locker rooms. Experienced lifeguards are stationed from open until close. 3065 St. Paul Road, Owatonna 507-774-7370 • ci.owatonna. mn.us/306/River-Springs-Water-Park

STRAIGHT RIVER

Anything but straight, the Straight River has presented residents and visitors a place to watch for wildlife, fishvariousspecies,abeautifulplace to walk along as well as kayaking and canoeing. Canoeing on the Straight is best during the spring and early summer; by July the river may be too low for enjoyable river travel. Owatonna & Medford 507-444-4321

Athletic & Youth

Organizations

4-H local.extension.umn.edu/local/ steele/4-h County 4-H Program coordinators: Tracy Ignaszewski • 444-7688 • ignas001@umn.edu

Melissa Koch • 444-7685 • melissam@umn.edu

GIRL SCOUTS RIVER VALLEYS girlscoutsrv.org

HUSKIES FASTPITCH SOFTBALL owatonnafastpitch.com

Dan Struss, president

TWIN VALLEY COUNCIL, BSA/BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA twinvalleybsa.org

OWATONNA BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

owatonnabasketball.com

Matt Ginskey, president • 213-9608

OWATONNA HUSKIES BULLPEN CLUB

owatonnabaseball.com

Matt Frantesl, president

OWATONNA HUSKIES YOUTH FOOTBALL owatonnafootball.com

OWATONNA LACROSSE ASSOCIATION

owatonnalacrosse.com

Dan McIntosh, president • 475-0868

OWATONNA SOCCER ASSOCIATION

owatonnasoccer.org

Marc Oien, president • oienmarc@ gmail.com • 213-6716

OWATONNA TENNIS ASSOCIATION

owatonnatennis.com

OWATONNA YOUTH VOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION

owatonnavolleyball.com

Brenda Wilkinson, president

OWATONNA WRESTLING bit.ly/3mfUWpZ

Daniel Johnson, president

OWATONNA YOUTH HOCKEY ASSOCIATION

owatonnahockey.com

Dave Swenson, president • 456-1427

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Organizations Community

OWATONNA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & TOURISM

The Chamber has approximately 530 members that invest their resources, employee volunteerism andconfidenceintheOwatonna Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism and the business community. 320 Hoffman Dr., Owatonna 451-7970 • owatonna.org

• Owatonna Business Partnership

OBP’s mission is to “Promote fun events and experiences in Owatonna and involve as many people as we possibly can.” OBP is the primary sponsor for many annual events and seasonal attractions.

Meetsfrom8-9a.m.thefirstMonday of each month at The Kitchen, 329 N Cedar Ave., Owatonna. Everyone is welcome to attend. Email owatonnabusinesspartnership@gmail. com.

• Young Professionals

Helping professionals in their 20s and 30s through professional development, relationship building, and community activities. owatonna.org/young-professionals

• Visit Owatonna: visitowatonna. org

4-H County program coordinators: local.extension.umn.edu/local/ steele/4-h

Tracy Ignaszewski: 444-7688 • ignas001@umn.edu

Krystal Viktora: 444-7600 • vikto013@ umn.edu

ALLIANCE FOR GREATER EQUITY

Committed to advancing equity and building a cohesive community where unity, respect and dignity create a sense of belonging for everyone.

allianceforgreaterequity.org

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF SOUTHERN MINNESOTA 545 Dunnell Dr., Owatonna 451-5922 • bbbsofsouthernmn.org

BUSINESS NETWORKERS INTERNATIONAL (BNI)

Business networking

Meets from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Wednesday at Koda Living Community, 2255 30th St. NW, Owatonna,. Visitors welcome.

EARLY EDITION ROTARY CLUB OF OWATONNA

Meets from 7-8 a.m. Wednesdays in the Morehouse Meeting Room at Owatonna Public Utilities, 208 Walnut Ave. S, Owatonna. owatonnarotary.org

EXCHANGE CLUB OF STEELE COUNTY

Meetsat7a.m.thefirstandthird Friday of each month at “The Roost,” 3052 SE 54th Ave., Owatonna. 456-4456 • nationalexchangeclub. org

INFANTS REMEMBERED IN SILENCE

Offering support, education and resources on the death of a child in early pregnancy or from premature birth.

Meetings are open ended and are held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month. and from 7-8:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month.101 Third St. N.W., Faribault 334-4748 • irisremembers.com

IZAAK WALTON LEAGUE OF AMERICA

IWLA chapters help build a better outdoorAmericabyimprovingfish and wildlife habitat, protecting wildandscenicrivers,andfighting pollution.

Meets the second Thursday of each month at 1546 SW 58th St., Owatonna 451-5751

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF THE UPPER MIDWEST

Offeringfinancialliteracy, college and career readiness, and

entrepreneurship education to more than 130,000 students in grades K-12 each year, JA empowers students to make a connection between what they learn in school and how it can be applied in the real world. 676-3523 • jaum.org

KIWANIS CLUB

Meets from noon-2 p.m., Wednesdays at Spare Time Entertainment, 333 18th St SE, Owatonna.

MOONLIGHTERS EXCHANGE CLUB

Meets at 5:30 p.m. every second and fourth Monday at the Owatonna VFW, 135 Oakdale St, Owatonna.

OWATONNA AMERICAN LEGION POST 77 137 W Broadway St., Owatonna 451-6080 • americanlegionpost77. com

OWATONNA BUSINESS WOMEN

Owatonna Business Women connects,amplifiesandempowers women by providing education and opportunity to develop in the areas of personal growth, professional development and civic awareness. OBW meets monthly at the Owatonna Country Club from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. Monthly meetings give members a chance to network, build relationships and engage with a program that provides professional and personal development. Lean In Circles, social events and community engagement opportunities happen year round.

owatonnabusinesswomen.org

OWATONNA EAGLES #1791

Meetsat6p.m.thefirstandthird Wednesdays at the Owatonna Eagles Club, 141 E. Rose St., Owatonna. The Eagles Auxiliary also meets at6a.m.onthefirstandthird Wednesdays at the Eagles Club.

OWATONNA ELKS #1395

MeetsthefirstTuesdaysofeach month at 7 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 126 E Vine St., Owatonna 451-1395 • elks.org/lodges/home. cfm?lodgenumber=1395

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OWATONNA EXCHANGE CLUB MEETING

Meets at noon at the Elks Club, 126 E Vine St., Owatonna. 456-4456

OWATONNA LIONS CLUB

Meets Tuesday at noon at the Owatonna Elks, 126 E Vine St., Owatonna, e-clubhouse.org/sites/owatonna

ROTARY CLUB OF OWATONNA

Meets at 12:10 p.m. Mondays at the Owatonna Country Club, 1991 Lemond Road owatonnarotaryclub.org

SOUTHERN MN WOODCARVERS

Meets from 1-3 p.m. Thursday,s at Trinity Lutheran Church, 609 Lincoln Ave. S., Owatonna

STEELE COUNTY DFL

Running precinct caucuses every two years and managing party activity between caucuses, helping to identify and elect DFL candidates and mobilizing neighbors to help in

that effort. outreach@steelecountyd .org•d . org/local-units/steele

STEELE COUNTY

HUMANE SOCIETY

A nonprofitvolunteerorgani ation dedicatedtofindinghomesforstray animals in Steele County. Meets the third Tuesday -of the month from 6:309:30 p.m. at the Owatonna Business Incubator. 451-4512 • steelecountyhumanesociety.org

STEELE COUNTY REPUBLICANS

Educates and engages local voters on political issues and to support localelectedofficials. 455-1709 • steelecountyrepublicans. com

TWO RIVERS HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Donor funded, volunteer supported nonprofitagencyseekingtohelp ualifiedpartnerfamiliesobtainsafe, decent and affordable housing.

Serving Dodge, Olmsted, Steele, Wabasha and Waseca counties. 1530 Greenview Dr SW #107, Rochester 252-0849 • tworivershabitat.org

UNITED WAY OF STEELE COUNTY

1850 Austin Road, Suite 103, Owatonna 455-1180 • unitedwaysteelecounty. org

VFW POST 3723

Post meeting is from 7-8:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month. Auxiliary meets from 7-8:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month. 135 Oakdale St., Owatonna 451-1001 • owatonnavfw.com

YOUNG LIFE

A Christian outreach to junior high school and senior high school kids. 602 Hoffman Drive, Owatonna 451-9401 • owatonna.younglife.org

YOUTH FIRST 1018 NE 11th Ave., Owatonna 612-968-9192 • youth1st.com

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ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

Northridge Church 1650 NE Seventh Ave., Owatonna 451-5467 churchnorthridge.com

Vibrant Life Assemble of God 702 S. 3rd St., Ellendale 684-3421 • vibrantlifeag.com

BAPTIST

Bethel Church 1611 Hemlock Ave., Owatonna 451-8548 bethelowatonna.com

First Baptist Church 104 NE 1st Ave., Blooming Prairie 583-2673 fbcbloomingprairie.org

Grace Baptist Church 265 26th St. NE, Owatonna 451-3494 gracebaptistministry.org

CATHOLIC

Church of Christ the King 205 N.W. Second Ave., Medford 451-4845 ctkmedfordmn.org

Holy Trinity Catholic Church of Litomysl 9946 24th Ave. SE., rural Owatonna 583-2784 litomysl.webs.com

Sacred Heart Parish 810 S Cedar Ave., Owatonna 451-1588 sacredheartowatonna.org

St. Columbanus Catholic Church 114 E. Main St., Blooming Prairie 583-2784 stcolumbanuschurch.com

St. Joseph Parish 512 S. Elm Ave., Owatonna 451-4845 stjosephowatonna.org

COMMUNITY

Christian Family Church 2300 Heritage Place NW, Owatonna 455-3205 • cfcchurches.org

Iglesia Linaje Escogido Church of the Chosen Generation 2515 Harvest Lane, Owatonna 573-5001

NewLife Community Wilson Elementary School, Owatonna 320-3141 newlife.community

EPISCOPAL

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 202 Cedar Avenue South, Owatonna 451-5319 • stpaulsowatonna. org

EVANGELICAL Christ Community Covenant Church 540 18th Street SE, Owatonna 451-1032 owatonnacovenantchurch. org

Cornerstone Evangelical Free Church 1500 18th Street S.E., Owatonna 446-5850 cornerstoneowatonna.com

LUTHERAN

Aurora Lutheran Church (ELCA) 6329 SE 38th St., Owatonna 451-2819 auroralutheranchurch.org

Community Lutheran Church (ELCA) 106 SE 3rd St. SE, Geneva 256-4288 commluthchurch.org

Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church (WELS) 750 Jeffrey St., Owatonna 455-2729 • emmanuel-welsowatonna.com

First Lutheran Church 434 First St. SW, Blooming Prairie 583-6621 firstlutheranbp.com

First Lutheran Church (AFLC) 503 Radel Court, Ellendale 684-2451

First Lutheran Church (LCMC) 8953 SW 37th Ave., Hope 451-3854• chopemn.com

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (LCMS) 2500 Seventh Ave. NE, Owatonna 451-4125

goodshepherdowatonna. com

Moland Lutheran Church (ELCA)

7618 N.E. 84th Ave., Kenyon

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church (ELCA)

1909 St. Paul Road, Owatonna 451-4853 oursaviorsowatonna.com

Pontoppidan Lutheran (ELCA) 9651 SW 75th St., Ellendale 465-8366

Redeemer Lutheran Church (LCMS)

1054 Truman Ave., Owatonna 451-2720 redeemerowatonna.org

St. John Lutheran Church (ELCA)

1301 Lincoln Avenue, Owatonna 451-7293 stjohnowatonna.org

St. John Lutheran Church (LCMS)

4532 S.E. 84th Ave., Claremont 528-2404

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (ELCA) 2781 S.W. 92nd Ave., Meriden 451-2165 stpaulandzionlutheran.com

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Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA) 609 S. Lincoln Ave., Owatonna • 451-4520 www.tlcowatonna.org

Trinity Lutheran Church (LCMS) 108 SW Third St. Medford 451-0447 • tlcmedford.org

Zion Lutheran Church (ELCA) 7126 S.W. 98th St., Ellendale 451-2165

MENNONITE

Prairie Mennonite Church 13638 750th St., Blooming Prairie 583-7532 prairiemennonite.org

Redemption Church 123 East Main St, Owatonna 423-7850 redemptionowatonna.org

MORMON

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 902 SW 17th St., Faribault 334-7046 • lds.org

MUSLIM

Somali American Society Center of Owatonna 201 E Front St., Owatonna MN 55060 573-1427 • sacso@live.com

PENTECOSTAL

First United Pentecostal Church

230 Locust Ave., Owatonna 507-363-3046 upcowatonna.com

PRESBYTERIAN

Associated Church 800 Havana Road, Owatonna • 451-1546 associatedchurch.org

First Presbyterian Church 200 East St., Claremont 528-2320

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

Seventh Day Adventist 2373 N.E. Seventh Ave., Owatonna 651-955-4032 owatonnasdachurch.org

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Medford Congregational United Church of Christ 211 S. Main St., Medford 451-4596 • uccmedfordmn. wordpress.com

UNITED METHODIST

Owatonna United Methodist Church 815 E University St., Owatonna • 451-4734 owatonnaumc.org

Blooming Grove United Methodist Church 43089 180th St., Morristown 382-2483 bloominggroveumc.org

United Methodist Church County Road 14, Ellendale 684-2731 ellendaleumc.com

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Destiny Christian Church/ Eglasia Linaje Escogido 2515 Harvest Lane NW., Owatonna 952-201-6049 destinycc.org

New Beginnings Church 332 NE 14th St., Owatonna 413-0209 • nbclife.org

Owatonna Church of Christ 500 Dunnell Drive, Owatonna 455-0046 owatonnachurchofchrist. com.

Simple Church 4515 NW 22nd Ave., Owatonna • 676-7045

Victory Christian Church 1380 Rice Lake St., Owatonna 451-8111 • victorymn.org

St.JohnLutheranChurch

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Steele County Resource Guide • 47 WELCOMETOWORSHIP! 609LincolnAvenue|OwatonnaMN|507.451.4520| tlcowatonna.org ThroughJesus'love,wewelcome,connect,learnandserve Saturday 5:00pmTraditionalServiceinSanctuary Sunday 8:15am,9:30amTraditionalServiceinSanctuary 10:45amContemporaryServiceinFellowshipHall tlcowatonna.org/worshipschedule
WatchthevideoofourfullserviceonSpectrum(channel181)and JaguarTV(channel900)(Tues4:30pm;Wed6pm;Sun11am)andatowatonnalive.com
PastorDaveKlawiter PastorJacieRichmond WorshipServiceTimes Thursday5:00pm Saturday5:00pm Sunday8:00amand10:30am VisitorsWelcome! 1301LincolnAvenueSouth,Owatonna Phone:507-451-7293 www.stjohnowatonna.org

Shopping

Shop locally. Enjoy the shopping experience at a variety of stores in Owatonna, Ellendale, Blooming Prairie and Medford featuring unique merchandise, antiques, jewelry and so much more.

OWATONNA

ALEXANDER LUMBER

419 N Cedar Avenue, Owatonna 507-451-7710

Since 1883, Alexander Lumber has been providing area professional services needed to complete any construction or home project with building materials and decorating centers to millwork, installation and delivery services. As the area’s longest-standing lumber yard, the company remains an honest and dependable business to the community.

ARROW ACE HARDWARE

122 W Vine Street, Owatonna 507-451-4966

Ace Hardware is devoted to being the supportive place for hardware, plumbing, tools, grills, garden and more by offering customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products. This local hardware store has withstood the competition of big chains all while keeping their hometown character.

CEDAR FLORAL DESIGN STUDIO

314 N Cedar Avenue, Owatonna

507-451-7673

Alocally-owned oral shop in Owatonna, Cedar Floral Design Studio offers

everything from birthday and anniversary arrangements to corsages and “just because” gifts. The shop also carries greeting cards, dried and silk arrangements, and a wide range of sympathy pieces, memorial stones and music boxes.

CENTRAL PARK FRAMING & FINDS

110 W Broadway Street, Owatonna 507-451-3460

This one-stop shop offers seasonal and year-round décor, custom framing, specialty goods, small furniture and many unique items that make perfect gifts. Stop in and be surprised by what you can find.

KLECKER’S KREATIONS

302 N Cedar Avenue, Owatonna 507-475-4556

Jodi Klecker has taken her years of experience in designingbeautiful oral arrangements to downtown Owatonna with her own storefront. Klecker’s reationsisnotonlya oral shop, but also offers tuxedo rentals, home décor and handmade rustic items you’ll love.

KOTTKE JEWELERS

115 N Cedar Avenue, Owatonna

507-451-6644

A century old this year, Kottke Jewelers is the oldest store still run by the same family and in the same location in downtown Owatonna. Shoppers will findabeautifulselectionof jewelry, gifts and watches to help you celebrate life’s

precious moments. Stop in soon to see what’s new.

LITTLE PROFESSOR BOOK CENTER

110 W Park Square, Owatonna 507-455-0969

From Melissa and Doug crafts and “Where’s Waldo” books to adult dramas and a variety of mystery series, the Little Professor Book Center appeals to the entire family. Give John Meixner a hint of what you like, and he will provide intelligent and promising service.

MANKE’S EQUIPMENT & APPLIANCE

225 W Rose Street, Owatonna 507-451-2327

This third- and fourthgeneration family business has been around for more than 70 years and is one of the largest Toro dealers in Minnesota. Stop down to see 4th-generation owner Nicole and her dad Harley and ask about their highquality trailers, mowers and home appliances.

OWATONNA SHOE

121 N Cedar Avenue, Owatonna 507-451-4640

Forget the blisters, kinks and sore feet! Head to Owatonna Shoe and make your feet happy again. With over 70 years of outstanding customer service, you will be presented with a fantastic selection of women’s, men’s and children’s shoes as well as Red Wing work boots and others. In this store, the term “knowledgeable staff” would be an understatement!

STRAIGHT RIVER SPORTS

222 W Bridge Street, Owatonna 507-451-1666

Your “one stop shop” for bikes, bike repair, apparel and sporting equipment. The business revolves around outstanding customer service which means no high-pressure sales and a staff who are wellinformed the latest cycling andfitnessproducts.

STRAIGHT RIVER RUG HOOKING & FIBER ARTS

104 W Park Square, Owatonna 507-413-0130

Straight River Rug Hooking and Fiber Arts offers supplies, patterns and booklets for rug hooking, knitting, crocheting, wool applique, embroidery, punch needling and needle felting. The shop is adorned with beautiful handmade rugs and if you’re looking to pick up a new hobby or craft, join those who have signed up for classes and rug hook right in the studio.

TONE MUSIC

114 N Cedar Avenue, Owatonna 507-451-5196

The product selection at Tone is sure to hit the right note, offering everything from band instruments and DVDs to acoustic guitars and vinyl. And if you need help hitting the right note, lessons with one of Tone’s four instructors will set you in the right direction! Tone Music offers an intimate atmosphere where “try before you buy” is not only welcomed, it is encouraged.

URBAN LOFT

303 N Cedar Avenue, Owatonna 507-382-5486

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when she can create favorite spaces through her clever placement of handpicked home décor items.

Step in to Urban Loft (formerly located in the Medford Outlet Center as Urban Finds) and you’ll immediately feel right at home!

Let Nicole help you select items to make your home beautiful. Urban Loft also provides antiques, clothing, accessories, repurposed/ upcycled items and Minnesota-themed gifts.

BLOOMING PRAIRIE

PRAIRIE HOME

330 E Main Street, Blooming Prairie 507-583-7637

A uaint oralandgiftshop in downtown Blooming Prai rie, A Touch of Charm specializes in a combination of traditional, cottage and

“countrypolitan” furnishings that will give your home a matchlessfinesse.

B TO Z HARDWARE

323 E Main Street, Blooming Prairie 507-583-4469

B to Z Hardware has electrical and plumbing supplies for maintenance and repairs, a complete line of paints, lawn and garden tools, fertilizers and seeds as well as tools and automotive supplies. Renting equipment for all types of projects, B to Z Hardware will help get the job done.

ELLENDALE

COUNTRY CHARM CERAMICS

205 5TH Avenue W, Ellendale 507-688-7018

For ready-to-paint ceram-

Directory

AGRICULTURE, FISHING & FORESTRY

BUSHEL BOY FARMS

215 32nd Ave. SW, Owatonna 507-451-5692

AL-CORN CLEAN FUEL 797 5th St., Claremont 507-681-7100

CARGILL

800 NW 24th Ave., Owatonna 507-451-8900

CENTRAL FARM SERVICE

900 30th PL N, Owatonna 507-451-1230

FESTAL FARMS CO.

209 E Main St. STE E, Owatonna 507-451-7670

ics and supplies, shop Country Charm Ceramics in downtown Ellendale. Shoppers can select their piece, choose their colors and get creative. A kiln is available if needed. Ask the shop to host your next birthday party, bridal shower or school group with all tools provided and clean-up included.

MEDFORD

GLITZY FASHIONS

113 N Main Street, Medford 507-330-0694

Shop for gently-used brand-name clothing, prom dresses and accessories at Glitzy Fashions in downtown Medford.

MEDFORD OUTLET 6750 W Frontage Road, Medford 507-455-4111

COUNTRY GOODS 4515 NW 22nd Ave. Owatonna 507-451-5661

KIBBLE EQUIPMENT, LLC

3555 SW 18th St., Owatonna 507-451-4054

LAKESIDE FOODS

900 N Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-446-7700

ANTIQUES & GIFTS

A TOUCH OF CHARM

330 E Main St. Blooming Prairie 507-583-7637

CENTRAL PARK FRAMING & FINDS 110 W Broadway St. Owatonna 507-451-3460

COUNTRY CHARM CERAMICS

205 5th Ave. W, Ellendale 507-688-7018

URBAN LOFT 303 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-382-5486

UNCLE TOM’S ANTIQUE MALL

2746 Hoffman Drive NW Owatonna 507-451-2254

AUTOMOTIVE

SALES/SERVICES

OWATONNA MOTOR COMPANY

1001 Hoffman Drive PO Box 263, Owatonna 507-451-7860

RON’S REPAIR

505 W. North St., Owatonna 507-451-8678

Whether you’re getting ready for the beach, looking for that perfect summer outfitorjustneedaward robe update, travel no further than the 19 stores at the Medford Outlet Center. From trendy styles to anti ues,youwillfindlocal, outlet, factory and clearancestoreswithdealstofit any budget.

CABELA’S

3900 Cabela Drive, Owatonna 507-451-4545

Getting ready for your next hikingorfishingadventure Swing into Cabela’s for your outdoor equipment needs. No kidding – you’ll reallyfindanytool,article of clothing or steak rub (or anything in between) you desire at Cabela’s.

AARON’S AUTOMOTIVE TOWING & REPAIR 1181 Brady Blvd. NW, Owatonna 507-456-7600

CARQUEST AUTO PARTS 114 E Rose St., Owatonna 507-451-0044

CARTIME 1150 Hoffman Drive, Owatonna 507-446-9218

CITY AUTO GLASS 211 W Main St., Owatonna 507-345-8844

DEAN’S WESTSIDE TOWING 1800 Hoffman Drive, Owatonna 507-455-1950

FINHOLDT REPAIR, LLC 435 26th St. NE, Owatonna 507-413-8005

FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE 102 N Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-451-5230

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HOUSE CHEVROLET BUICK CADILLAC INC.

3700 W Frontage Road, Owatonna 507-774-7800

KAPPY’S COLLISION CENTER

3205 South Cty Road 45, Owatonna 507-451-8989

KECKS KWIK LUBE, INC 141 Allan Ave., Owatonna 507-451-4739

KECK’S REPAIR

7123 SW 82nd Ave., Owatonna 507-463-2679

MCCABE MOTORS & MCCABE RENTAL

425 SE 18th St., Owatonna 507-444-9494

NAPA AUTO PARTS

122 Pearl Street W, Owatonna 507-451-1790

RANDALL’S LICENSE BUREAU, INC.

1825 S Elm Ave., Owatonna 507-451-2040

SEYKORA AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

195 SE 18th St., Owatonna 507-413-8010

SWEET TOWING & REPAIR, INC.

215 SE Cederdale Drive, Owatonna 507-451-3424

TGK AUTOMOTIVE

211 W Main St., Owatonna 507-451-3084

Honest 1 Auto Care 1125 South Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-451-3084

TIM’S AUTO SERVICE, INC.

123 E Front St., Owatonna 507-455-9050

WORLD OF WHEELS 910 Hoffman Drive, Owatonna 507-446-1319

BEAUTY & WELLNESS CARRIN KATH LLC

130 E Vine, Owatonna 507-330-7013

Flower Orchard Massage 1830A S. Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-351-2909

GILLESPIE BEAUTY SALON 109 W Vine St., Owatonna 507-451-4552

HAIR STUDIO ONE SALON AND BOUTIQUE 107 West Rose St., Owatonna 507-451-5450

HAUTE & COMPANY, LLC 119 W Broadway St., Owatonna 507- 214-3071

IRISH EYES STUDIO 320 N. Cedar, Owatonna 507-214-2100

LIGHTHOUSE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER 1090 Bixby Road, Owatonna 507-363-1711

MARY KAY COSMETICSSales Director Lori Arnold 27054 State Hwy. 13, New Richland 507-390-1143

OWATONNA FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER AND FRESH CAFE 130 E Vine St., Owatonna 507-668-0075

PURE ELEMENTS SALON 245 18th St SE STE 105, Owatonna 507-446-1000

RED WELLNESS SPA 1534 S. Cedar Ave, STE 2, Owatonna 507-461-4438

SISTERS SALON & DAY SPA 145 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-451-2741

SOLLID STUDIOS 1400 S. Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-438-5965

COMPUTER SALES/ SERVICE

BAKER TECH SERVICES

209 West Bridge, Owatonna 507-414-7800

MARCO TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

1301 S Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-455-2338

THE COMPUTER STORE OF OWATONNA 743 E Main St., Owatonna 507-451-0570

COMMUNICATIONS /CELL PHONE/ INTERNET SERVICES

CHARTER BUSINESS

1400 Cannon Circle Faribault • 507-424-5931

CONSOLIDATED COMMUNICATIONS

221 E Hickory St., Mankato 844-968-7224

CRICKET WIRELESS

1045 W. Frontage Road Suite B, Owatonna 507-414-7086

E.O. JOHNSON BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES

2717 Hwy. 14 West Suite M, Rochester 507-252-5133

JAGUAR/METRONET

213 S Oak Ave Owatonna 507-214-1000

J-C PRESS, A DIVISION OF WALLACE CARLSON

143 1/2 W. Bridge St. Owatonna 507-446-5300

R-U WIRELESS (T-MOBILE)

660 W Bridge St., Suite 200 Owatonna 507-214-1250

TRI M GRAPHICS/STUDIO GETAWAY

625 E Main St., Owatonna 507-451-3920

WESTBRACK MARKETING 1065 24th Ave SW Owatonna 507-220-1537

WIRELESS WORLD 685 Bridge St., Suite 11B Owatonna 507-444-9963

WIRELESS WORLD/VERIZON 1100 W Frontage Road, Suite 100, Owatonna 507-214-8255

CONVENIENCE STORES/ GAS STATIONS

CASEY’S GENERAL STORE18th Street Location 475 SE 18th St., Owatonna 507-451-2644

CASEY’S GENERAL STOREState Street Location 590 State Ave., Owatonna 507-451-2816

FUEL ‘N FOOD 401 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-455-2436

KWIK TRIP - (South Oak) 1220 S Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-451-3384

KWIK TRIP - STORE #1088 (Hoffman Drive) 410 Hoffman Drive, Owatonna 507-213-6666

KWIK TRIP - STORE #403 (Cabela’s) 2270 46th St., Owatonna 507-446-8176

KWIK TRIP - STORE #806 (Mineral Springs Road) 320 Mineral Springs Road, Owatonna 507-455-1541

KWIK TRIP (North) 135 Landmark Drive NE, Owatonna 507-451-5099

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KWIK TRIP-STORE #435 (West)

1075 W Frontage Road, Owatonna 507-446-9576

DEPARTMENT STORES

KOHL’S

1450 NW 21st. Ave. Owatonna 507-444-0153

TARGET 301 Park Drive, Owatonna 507-451-1882

WAL-MART SUPERSTORE

1130 W Frontage Road Owatonna 507-455-0049

FASHION

BRANDYWINE’S CLOTHING COMPANY

116 W Broadway Owatonna, MN 507-413-6362

BULY’S FASHION

127 W Broadway St. Owatonna 507-413-6600

COMPLETELY KIDS And Maternity

312 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-444-4100

GLITZY FASHIONS

113 N Main St., Medford 507-330-0694

HIDDEN ROSE BOUTIQUE 324 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna

LILY AND ROSE BOUTIQUE

211 N Cedar Ave Owatonna, MN 507-413-6444

OWATONNA SHOE

121 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-4640

SPOTTED SUNFLOWER BOUTIQUE

110 N Cedar Ave Owatonna, MN 507-571-9440

STEELE THREADS

110 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-213-1227

URBAN LOFT 303 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-382-5486

FINANCIAL

HOMETOWN CREDIT UNION 2400 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-451-3798

HOMETOWN CREDIT UNION - South Branch 150 18th St. SW, Owatonna 507-451-3798

COMMUNITY BANK

OWATONNA 640 Bridge St., Owatonna 507-455-2265

HOME FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK

1015 West Frontage Road STE 100, Owatonna 507-413-6420

PROFINIUM, INC.

1080 W Frontage Road, Owatonna 507-444-0111

1ST UNITED BANK 495 W North St., Owatonna 507-444-9950

BANK PLUS PO Box 303, Owatonna 507-676-5741

BREMER BANK 730 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-451-0950

EDWARD JONESJeffrey Hall 143 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-446-0150

EDWARD JONESJohn Havelka 143 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-446-0150

EDWARD JONESKim Cosens & Josh Cosens 685 W Bridge St. STE 1A, Owatonna 507-451-1324

EDWARD JONES - Matthew

A Stanislav

120 Landmark Dr NE STE 3, Owatonna 507-413-0558

HERZOG SWENSON ADVISOR GROUP

125 Landmark DR STE 1, Owatonna 507-444-0064

LUDEWIG FINANCIAL GROUP

741 E Main Stl, Owatonna 507-214-1230

PREMIER BANK MINNESOTA

209 E Main St., STE H, Owatonna 507-451-0231

PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL

Geoff Stamp 202 W. Bridge St. Suite 203, Owatonna 507-774-9221

THRIVENT FINANCIALNicholas Lewis 113 W. Main St., Owatonna 507-455-3727

U.S. BANK 132 W Broadway St., Owatonna 507-444-2200

UNITED PRAIRIE BANK 110 W Rose St., Owatonna 507-451-6300

WAYNE - NORRIDWETMORE WEALTH MANAGEMENT

(a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC)

1850 Austin Road STE 104, Owatonna 507-444-0901

WELLS FARGO BANK OWATONNA 101 N Cedar Ave., Owatonn 507-451-5670

WEST BANK

345 Florence Ave., Ste 101, Owatonna 507-413-6901

FLORISTS/DESIGN STUDIOS

Cashwise Floral 495 W North St.,Owatonna 507-451-8116

CEDAR FLORAL DESIGN STUDIO 314 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-7673

FLORAL DESIGNS BY JODI 1741 Prairie Lane NE Owatonna 507-455-1437

HY-VEE FLORAL 1620 S Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-0138

KLECKER’S KREATIONS

302 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-475-4556

STARGAZER DESIGNS 134 Rice St., Owatonna 507-475-1639

FUNERAL SERVICES/ PLANNING

BRICK-MEGER FUNERAL HOME 1603 Austin Road, Owatonna 507451-1457

MICHAELSON FUNERAL HOME 1930 Austin Road, Owatonna 507-451-7943

FURNITURE/ APPLIANCES/ FLOORING

3-DAY MATTRESS 143 W Broadway St. Owatonna • 507-351-3710

ASHLEY HOMESTORE 6500 W Frontage Road Medford 507-446-4400

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FURNITURE MART

6500 W Frontage Road Medford 507-455-3000

FLOORING FRENZY 223 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-446-0069

KARL’S TV, AUDIO, APPLIANCE AND FURNITURE

1287 21st Ave NW, Owatonna 507-446-9255

MANKE’S OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT AND APPLIANCE

225 W Rose, Owatonna 507-451-2327

NELSON DECORATING CENTER 121 Oakdale St., Owatonna 507-451-3710

OWATONNA FLOORING & MIRROR 146 W Broadway St. Owatonna 507-451-1169

SLUMBERLAND 2375 NW 46th St. Owatonna 507-444-9200

SORENSON’S OF GENEVA 101 N Central Ave. Geneva 507-256-7258

TONY’S FLOORING 206 Mineral Springs Road 507-451-2286

GROCERY STORES

CASH WISE FOODS 495 W North St., Owatonna 507-451-7220

FAREWAY MEAT & GROCERY 831 S Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-451-1550

HY-VEE FOOD STORE

1620 S Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-0138

OWATONNA GROCERY AND GOURMET

114 W. Broadway, Owatonna 507-413-0133

HOME IMPROVEMENT

ALEXANDER LUMBER COMPANY

419 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-7710

ARROW ACE HARDWARE 122 W Vine St., Owatonna 507-451-4966

LOWE’S 1280 NW 21st. Ave., Owatonna 507-446-4900

SHERWIN-WILLIAMS 125 Oakdale St., Owatonna 507-451-1304

INSURANCE

FEDERATED INSURANCE PO Box 328, Owatonna 507-455-5200

FEDERATED INSURANCE PERSONAL LINES 1929 S Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-455-5758

AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE -

Oscar Mazariego Agency 122 S Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-451-7734

AMERICAN NATIONAL

The Zappa Agency 111 W Main St., Owatonna 507-451-9343

BROWN INSURANCE Group, LLC

310 S. Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-413-5708

CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE

214 S Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-455-1858

FARMERS INSURANCELindsay Macht Agency 116 E Broadway St., Owatonna 507-451-3937

FARMERS INSURANCE GROUP - Beth Hortop Agency

106 N Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-1168

FARMERS UNION INSURANCE Agency -Ben Flemke 210 W. Main St., Owatonna 507-413-6116

GENE DRAKE AGENCYSenior Care Insurance 111 W Vine St., Owatonna 507-413-0960

GMI/RITTER INSURANCE AGENCY 301 Oak Ave So, Owatonna 507-455-0161

HEINZ INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 141 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-451-9252

HOHENSTEIN AGENCY

3095 S County Road 45, Owatonna 507-444-6246

HOHENSTEIN-MACFADYEN INSURANCE

577 State Ave. STE 1, Owatonna 507-451-0800

HUB INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE 245 18th St SE, STE 104, Owatonna 507-414-5669

IFC NATIONAL MARKETING 741 E. Main St., Owatonna 800-598-5560

JENSEN AGENCY 751 E Main St., Owatonna 507-451-7619

NORTH RISK PARTNERS - TPS Insurance Agency

285 SE 18th St., Owatonna 507-451-3684

STATE FARM INSURANCE - J P Kreutter Agency 203 S Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-451-4866

STATE FARM INSURANCEPlemel Agency

920 Hoffman Drive STE 1, Owatonna 507-451-4619

STATE FARM INSURANCESteve Carroll Agency 215 SE 22nd St., Owatonna 507-455-1660

WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE

101 N Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-5670

WINTRUST MORTGAGE

1434Wild owerLaneN.E., Owatonna 507-390-5626

JEWELERS

DOUGLAS DIAMONDS

1100 Frontage Road W, Suite #145, Owatonna 507-413-6305

KOTTKE JEWELERS

115 N Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-6644

PAFFRATH JEWELERS

685 W Bridge St., Suite #8 507-451-0301

LAWN/

LANDSCAPING/ NURSERIES

BALLSTADT ENTERPRISES, LLC

1025 NW 28th Ave., Owatonna 507-451-3381

JACK’S NURSERY AND LANDSCAPING Owatonna 507-455-1434

NAGEL SOD FARM AND NURSERY

6200 W Frontage Road, Medford 507-451-9605

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OAK VIEW NURSERY 7921 County Road 45 South, Owatonna 507-451-0454

OWATONNA GROUNDSMASTERS, INC.

1520 State Ave., NW, Owatonna 507-455-0081

SOUBA GREENHOUSE & GARDEN CENTER 4003 Crane Creek Road, Owatonna 507-451-1444

TURTLE CREEK NURSERY AND LANDSCAPING

2449 E Rose St., Owatonna 507-214-8733

WOLFF & SON’S YARD SERVICES

846 SE 38th St., Owatonna 507-455-3524

LEGAL

EINHAUS, MATTISON, CARVER & HABERMAN, P. A. 202 N Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-3580

PATTON, HOVERSTEN & BERG, PA 150 W Park Square, Owatonna 507-451-9000

WALBRAN & FURNESS CHARTER 140 Main St. E, Owatonna 507-451-1173

LIQUOR

CASH WISE LIQUOR 495 W North St., Owatonna 507-451-8440

ELLENDALE MUNICIPAL LIQUOR STORE, BAR & GRILL 217 Fifth Ave., Ellendale 507-684-9422

FIREHOUSE LIQUOR 120 NW 26th St., Owatonna 507-214-2337

HY-VEE 1620 S Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-0138

J-B LIQUOR INC 202 S Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-451-5491

J & H LIQUORS

340 Main St. E Blooming Prairie 507-583-7557

HIGHWAY 218 OFF SALE LIQUOR 419 Hwy. Ave. S Blooming Prairie 507-583-7711

MEDFORD LIQUORS 203 N Main St, Medford 507-451-5821

LODGING AND TRAVEL

BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM 245 Florence Ave. Owatonna 507-455-1142

COMFORT INN 2345 NW 43rd St. Owatonna 507-444-0818

COUNTRY INN & SUITES

130 SW Allan Ave. Owatonna 507-455-9295

EXECUTIVE INN 745 State Ave., Owatonna 507-451-8712

HOPE OAK KNOLL CAMPGROUNDS

9545 County Road 3 Owatonna 507-451-2998

NORTHROP OFTEDAHL HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST 358 E Main St., Owatonna 507-451-4040

OAKDALE MOTEL 1418 S Oak Ave. Owatonna 507-451-5480

QUALITY INN

150 NW St John Drive Owatonna 507-446-0228

RICE LAKE STATE PARK 8485 Rose St., Owatonna 507-414-6191

RIVER VIEW CAMPGROUND 2554 SW 28th St. Owatonna 507-451-8050

TRAVEL LEADERS 111 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-455-1170

MEDFORD OUTLET CENTER

BATH & BODY WORKS 507-455-4058

BELLA VISTA SALON 507-334-5285

CARTER’S/OSHKOSH B’GOSH 507-451-9315

EDDIE BAUER OUTLET 507-446-5866

FAMOUS FOOTWEAR OUTLET 507-599-5007

HAPPY TAILS PET STORE 507-451-1458

J.JULES FASHION 507-451-1987

L’EGGS/HANES/BALI/ PLAYTEX 507-455-2971

MAURICES 507-451-0316

OFF LIKE A KITE 507-451-1974

OLD NAVY OUTLET 507-451-3802

RAD ZOO 507-455-1465

MOVING, STORAGE & RENTALS

AMERICAN RENT-ALL 333 W North St., Owatonna 507-455-0000

GALLEA TRANSFER & STORAGE, INC. 4500 N County Road 45, Owatonna 507-451-4318

KATH MOVING & TRANSFER 1796 SE 44th Ave., Owatonna 507-475-2214

STEELE CO. SELF STORAGE 1010 Hoffman Drive NW Suite C, Owatonna 507-451-1112

PETS & VETERINARY

FAIRVIEW ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER

1840 Hartle Ave., Owatonna 507-451-4591

HAPPY TAILS PET STORE

6750 West Frontage Road STE 434, Medford 507-451-1458

OWATONNA VETERINARY HOSPITAL 1930 S Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-8153

PETS & FISH

1820 S Cedar Ave., Owatonna • 507-451-2825

PERSONAL SERVICES & CARE

CINDY’S TAILORING, ALTERATIONS & DRY CLEANING

130 E Vine St., Owatonna 507-455-0891

Elwood Star Cleaners 107 N Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-3430

OLDENBURG PHOTOGRAPHY

1740 Mineral Springs Parkway, Owatonna 507-455-0959

STEEL THE MOMENT PHOTOGRAPHY 112 W Pearl St., Owatonna 951-454-0490

NURSERIES

JACK’S NURSERY AND LANDSCAPING Owatonna 507-455-1434

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NAGEL SOD FARM AND NURSERY

6200 W Frontage Road, Medford 507-451-9605

OAK VIEW NURSERY

7921 County Road 45 South, Owatonna 507-451-0454

SOUBA GREENHOUSE AND NURSERY

Old U.S. Hwy. 14, Owatonna 507-451-1444

TURTLE CREEK NURSERY

And Landscaping 2449 E Rose St., Owatonna 507-214-8733

REAL ESTATE & SERVICES

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY

1880 Austin Rd., Suite 1 Owatonna • 507-451-7355

EDINA REALTY

120 Landmark Dr. Owatonna • 507-214-7653

ERA GILLESPIE REAL ESTATE

122 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-7488

HELP-U-SELL HERITAGE REAL ESTATE

1534 S. Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-6000

JONES, HAUGH & SMITH, ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS

415 W North St., Owatonna 507-451-4598

LAKEPLACE.COM -

OWATONNA REALTY

135 W Main St., Owatonna 507-451-3333

MANGELSEN APPRAISALS, INC./HOME INSPECTIONS

104-1/2 W Broadway Suite 205, Owatonna 507-214-1491

MINNESOTA SECURED TITLE 245 SE 18th St. Suite 101 Owatonna 507-451-6487

NORTH AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY

660 W Bridge St., Suite 100 Owatonna 507-455-3388

RE/MAX VENTURE

118 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna • 507-413-8100

RESTAURANTS

APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR

690 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-451-0006

BROKEN TEE BAR & GRILLE AT BROOKTREE 1369 Cherry St., Owatonna 507- 774-7130

BUFFALO WILD WINGS 1100 W Frontage Road, Owatonna 507- 455-2700

CARIBOU COFFEE 2350 43rd St. NW, Owatonna 507-451-9589

CENTRAL PARK COFFEE 113 North Cedar Ave. Owatonna • 507-451-4242

CHILL-AQUI 124 NW 26th St, Owatonna • 507-413-0248

CULVER’S OF OWATONNA 1140 W Frontage Rd, Owatonna • 507-455-2000

DAIRY QUEEN GRILL & CHILL 670 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-451-8398

DOMINO’S PIZZA #1943

221 Mineral Springs Road Owatonna • 507-451-3030

ELLENDALE CAFE 203 Fifth Ave. W., Ellendale 507-688-3621

ELLENDALE MUNICIPAL

LIQUOR STORE, BAR & GRILL 217 Fifth Ave., Ellendale 507-684-9422

EL TEQUILA MEXICAN RESTAURANT

1830 S Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-444-9490

FAMOUS DAVE’S BBQ 4355 W Frontage Road Owatonna • 507-455-2900

FOREMOST BREWING COOPERATIVE 131 W Broadway St. Owatonna 507-214-3462

GEORGE’S OF GENEVA 116 N Central, Geneva 507- 256-4501

GODFATHER’S PIZZA 116 Oakdale St. Owatonna 507-455-1470

GRACE’S TEX MEX 1170 N County Road 45 Owatonna 507- 451-1908

JIMMY JOHNS 670 W Bridge St. Owatonna 507- 413-0999

KERNEL RESTAURANT 1011 Hoffman Dr. Owatonna 507- 451-2585

LAVA BURGERS AND WINGS 369 SE 18th St., Owatonna 507- 413-8445

MCDONALD’S 1105 W Frontage Road Owatonna 507- 451-3075

MCDONALD’S 6874 W Frontage Road Medford 507- 451-1055

MINERAL SPRINGS BREWERY 111 N Walnut St. Owatonna

MIZUKI FUSION 119 W Bridge St., Owatonna 507-214-3131

OLD TOWN BAGELS 211 Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507-451-3193

OLIVIA’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 1160 W Frontage Rd, Owatonna 507-444-4000

PERKINS RESTAURANT & BAKERY 1200 I35, Owatonna 507-451-6831

PIZZA HUT 105 S Oak Ave., Owatonna 507-451-3336

PLAZA MORENA

CAMPESTRE GRILL 160 Ne 26th St. Owatonna 507- 413-0819

SPARETIME ENTERTAINMENT

333 Se 18th St. Owatonna 507-451-2524

SUBWAY SANDWICHES

653 W Bridge St. Owatonna 507-451-6842

312 N Oak Ave., Owatonna 507- 451-6842

641 W Bridge St, Owatonna 507-455-3624

301 Park Dr., Owatonna 507-451-1882

1620 S Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-0138

TACO JOHNS 1839 S Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507- 451-2023

THE KITCHEN 329 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-9991

TAVERN NINE 1369 Cherry St., Owatonna 507-431-3660

TIMBER LODGE STEAKHOUSE 4455 W Frontage Rd, Owatonna 507- 444-0303

TOREY’S RESTAURANT & BAR 208 N Cedar Ave., Owatonna 507- 455-9260

WENDY’S OLD FASHIONED HAMBURGERS 2290 NW 46th St., Owatonna 507-451-7403

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WINGS TAVERN & GRILLE 1805 S Elm Ave., Owatonna 507-444-9335

RETIREMENT/SENIOR CARE FACILITIES

BENEDICTINE LIVING COMMUNITY

2255 30th St. NW

Owatonna

BIRCHWOOD COTTAGES 1905 Austin Rd.

Owatonna

BRIDGEWATER AT OWATONNA 125 E Park St

Owatonna

BROOKS ON ST. PAUL 2480 St. Paul Rd

Owatonna

ECUMEN BROOKS 2480 St Paul Rd.

Owatonna

ECUMEN COUNTRY SIDE

650 El Dorado St. SE

Owatonna

HEATHER HAUS ASSISTED LIVING 223 4th St NW

Blooming Prairie

KAPLAN WOODS CARE HOME

285 Cedardale Dr. SE Owatonna,

MAPLE TRAIL APARTMENTS 165 24th Pl. NW

Owatonna

MOREHOUSE PLACE 353 Lemond Rd.

Owatonna

PARK PLACE SENIOR LIVING 125 E Park St.

Owatonna,

PRAIRIE MANOR CARE CENTER

220 3rd St. NW

Blooming Prairie

MEDFORD SENIOR CARE 108 3rd St. NE Medford

TRADITIONS OF OWATONNA 150 24th St NE Owatonna

TIMBERDALE TRACE ASSISTED LIVING/MEMORY CARE 334 Cederdale Dr SE Owatonna

VALLEY VIEW OF OWATONNA

1212 Frontage Rd. W Owatonna

WHISPERING OAK PLACE 903 Calverly Court Ellendale

SPECIALTY SHOPS

CENTRAL PARK FRAMING & FINDS

110 W Broadway St. Owatonna 507-451-3460

HABERMAN’S PICTURE FRAMING

208 Mineral Springs Road Owatonna 507-451-6565

COSTAS CANDIES

112 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-451-9050

INSTY PRINTS

306 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna • 507-451-6004

IRISH EYES STUDIO 320 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-214-2100

KIK GRAPHICS 110 Highway Ave. Blooming Prairie 507-583-7713

LET’S RIDE BOOTS AND APPAREL

4755 W Frontage Road Owatonna 507-455-1487

LION’S DEN ADULT BOUTIQUE

1164 Frontage Road W Owatonna 507-214-3900

MIDNIGHT SUN SPAS 2350 43rd St. NW, Suite #103, Owatonna 507-214-7727

RUSSELL STOVER CANDIES 4500 W Frontage Road Owatonna 507-451-9127

SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORE 1810 S Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-455-2023

STRAIGHT RIVER COFFEE 435 26th St NE, Owatonna 507-413-0814

STRAIGHT RIVER RUG HOOKING 104 W Park Square, Owatonna 507-413-0130

THEE DRAGON’S LAIR TATTOOS 1154 S Oak Ave. Owatonna 507-451-8441

THE MUSIC SPACE OF OWATONNA 216 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna 507-390-4079

TONE MUSIC 114 N Cedar Ave. Owatonna • 507-451-5196

TRI M GRAPHICS 625 E Main St., Owatonna 507-451-3920

SPORTING/ OUTDOOR GOODS

CABELA’S

3900 Cabela Drive NW Owatonna 507-451-4545

COURT SPORTS & MORE 1414 S Oak Ave. Owatonna 507-451-0567

MILLS FLEET FARM 2121 W Bridge St. Owatonna • 507-455-1088

SETTE SPORTS CENTER 2299 Austin Road Owatonna • 507-451-6922

SPORTSTITCH

341 E Main St., Blooming Prairie 507-583-7001

STRAIGHT RIVER SPORTS AND FITNESS

222 W Bridge St., Owatonna • 507-451-1666

TRANSPORTATION

MINIMIZER

2701 18th St. SW

Owatonna • 507-583-2112

OWATONNA BUS COMPANY 1145 Park Drive, Owatonna 507-451-5262

RIHM LEASING, INC.

3205 Hoffman Drive NW, Owatonna • 507-451-2990

SPARK PLUG CHARGERS INC.

2435 Water Tower Lane NE, Owatonna • 507-475-0595

UTILITIES & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

STEELE-WASECA CO-OP ELECTRIC

2411 W Bridge St., Owatonna • 507-451-7340

MINNESOTA ENERGY RESOURCES

3460 Technology Drive NW, Rochester • 651-322-8907

NEXTERA ENERGY RESOURCES

107 E Main St., Kasson 319-536-4891

OWATONNA PUBLIC UTILITIES

208 S Walnut Ave., Owatonna • 507-451-2480

SKJEVELAND ENTERPRISESCLAREMONT

63614 130th Ave., Claremont • 507-528-9900

STEWART SANITATION

1630 NW State Ave., Owatonna • 507-451-0976

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