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Rindels retiring from Preston Dairy & Farm BY R ICH WICKS rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Terry Rindels and Tom Greiner recently sat down to discuss the changeover of leadership occurring at the Preston Dairy & Farm Association. Although there will be a new manager, they assure their customers that very little else is expected to change. Regarding his tenure at Preston D & F, Rindels stated, “I’ve done it as manager for 13 ½ years, and been here for 26. But I’m getting to the age that I just don’t want the pressure anymore. And as a manager, it’s all about the people you’ve got around you. And we have a very good staff here, second to none in my opinion.” “Tom is the new manager now,” Rindels explained, “And I’m going to stick around and help him out as much as I can.” When asked how long that will be, Rindels answered, “I don’t know… a year at least.” Greiner
then quipped, “Tom would like more than a year.” Rindels said of the business, “We’re a full agronomy service, fertilizer, chemicals, seed, we do application, and then we have feed for dairy, sheep, goats. We’re an independent co-op, there aren’t very many of us left, but it’s been working. We have loyal clientele.” He went on, “I’ve known Tom, he’s been my seed corn rep for quite a few years. He’ll do a heck of a job.” Greiner added, “I’ve been in the seed industry for the last 23 years as the district sales manager. And what intrigued me about Preston Dairy & Farm is a good manager, a good quality person that is being successful is as good as the people around him… That’s why I chose Preston Dairy & Farm. Terry and I have had a very good long working relationship. We’ve worked together 10, 11 years. And I’ve worked with a lot of other businesses that do the same thing, but hands down, when I’ve had
guys that were looking for recommendations, Preston was always the one I recommended to them. It’s just a wonderful business that the town is lucky to have.” He clarified that technically, Preston Dairy & Farm shouldn’t be considered a full-service agronomy, since it doesn’t offer grain or fuel. But he adds that sometimes they do grain hauling. When asked about seasonal fluctuations in the business, Rindels replied, “The feed’s pretty steady year-round. The agronomy, that’s spring and fall. But in the winter, we do a lot of our own repairs on equipment. We’ve got good men in our shop that know what they’re doing.” Greiner said, “I will also add, Terry doesn’t give himself a lot of credit, but Terry actually built his business from being downtown to moving uptown four or five years ago. Terry actually See RINDELS Page 14 ➤
Terry Rindels and Tom Greiner aim for a smoothchange of leadership. Photo by Rich Wicks
HBC Cable TV service coming to Chatfield Spring Valley Ambulance BY K AREN R EISNER karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com
first to Mayor Smith and then to councilors Paul Novotny and Mike Urban. Novotny was elected to serve as vice-mayor. Smith gave a brief statement. Because he was interested in city politics, he ran for a council seat and was first elected to the city council in 2000. Smith said the city council strives to do what is in the best interest of the city of Chatfield. He was glad to be back again and looked forward to the coming year and up coming projects. Approval was given for appointments to council comSee HBC CABLE Page 13 ➤
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Spring Valley City Council’s initial regular meeting of the year was held January 14. Council members present included Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, Mayor Tony Archer, Mike Hadland, and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. No citizens had signed up to address the council. The council gave certificates to the ambulance crew members who exceeded 1,300 hours of service in 2018. Honorees included Tami Edgar (1,300
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The Chatfield City Council met on January 14, their first meeting in the new year. Councilor Josh Broadwater was absent. A public hearing was held on the application submitted by Daniel Pecarina, president and CEO of Hiawatha Broadband Communications, Inc. (HBC). HBC wants to provide cable television service to the city. The same terms and conditions of a current franchise agreement would apply. City Clerk Joel Young
explained that a provider of cable television must enter into a franchise agreement which is the same as the existing provider. Mayor Russ Smith commented that competition is a good thing. HBC can provide an alternative service. There were no comments from the public. The first consideration of Ordinance 439 was approved. The ordinance says the city grants a non-exclusive franchise to HBC to provide television service to the city. Annual meeting Young administered the oath of office to reelected members;
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to the city to decide whether or not to have the position, but if so, the sheriff will appoint someone, taking the city’s suggestions in mind. Zimmer went on to explain that Deputy Tim Rasmussen has held that position for Spring Valley, but he will be leaving. Regarding the position, she said, “It’s easier here to know who to contact if there’s an issue, and then it’s his job to talk to
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the other deputies… And that has worked really well in the past.” She added that while in this role, Deputy Rasmussen handled the annual “junk tour” (looking for violations of the city’s “junk ordinance) and the buying of squad cars. Mike Hadland stated his opinion that, “I feel the position needs to be maintained… I think Jessy Betts should get it.” The council voted to continue the position (Hadland abstained), at an additional monthly salary of $300.
John Dols, Sue Puffer, Lucy Drinkall, Tami Edgar and Mike Zimmer are honored for their ambulance service. Photo by Rich Wicks
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There was discussion of Jessy Betts’ request to be allowed to take the squad car home when he’s off duty. Zimmer explained that the city has allowed this in the past with another officer. She said Betts’ request is being made so that he could respond to calls faster, rather than having to drive into town and then change vehicles. The council approved this request. The council approved a large number of annual resolutions, including appointing personnel and positions for 2019. There were no changes to the official newspaper, bank depository, or schedule of fees. The council approved ambulance write-offs totaling $17,592.32. The council also approved a 3.2 Liquor License for Kwik Trip, and an annual budget of $12,500 for the Historical Society, which Zimmer said was unchanged from 2018. Mayor Archer read the list of official appointments, and stated, “We’re looking for one more person on the library board. He encouraged any interested citizens to come forward. Mike Hadland is listed as Mayor Pro Tem. The council approved the list as read. Zimmer said the city has received a request from a Civil War re-enactment group. They would like to set up a periodauthentic camp at an upcoming event later in the year, and give a demonstration of simulated cannon and small arms
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6:30 p.m. The next regular meeting of the council will be Monday, January 28 at 6 p.m. Zimmer pointed out that the regular schedule of council meetings is the second and fourth Mondays at 6 p.m., and this looks to only need one alteration in 2019 (meeting on Wednesday, May 29 due to Memorial Day). As always, the public is welcome.
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C OMMENTARY Devil’s Advocate…Government showdown? By Aaron Bishop Harmony, MN What happened? The GOPcontrolled Senate passed a bill by voice-call in the late hours of December 19 with measures that would have provided enough funding for the government to continue functioning into the Aaron Bishop early part of February. This bill did not have money allocated for a border wall that President Trump had repeatedly stated Mexico would pay for. It was expected this Senate bill would pass overwhelmingly in the House. However, the next day under the GOP-controlled House, former House Speaker Paul Ryan announced that the President would not sign any bill that lacked funds for the border wall. Later that night, the House passed a spending bill (all Democrats and 8 GOP opposed) which did include partial funding for the wall. This would have averted the third government shutdown under the tenure of President Trump. This attempt failed, as it didn’t pass the GOP-controlled Senate. The original bi-partisan Senate bill would have presumably passed the House with bi-partisan support and gone to the President. However, a Presidential veto of a fully GOP-endorsed funding measure would only make the Administration look worse because the legislature would have had enough votes with the Democrats to override the veto, so neither bill made it to the Oval Office. Consequently, we are now in the nation’s longest governEditorial Cartoon
ment shutdown. What makes this a government “showdown”? As far as I can tell, nothing makes this a showdown between the Republicans and Democrats. The Republicans theoretically had the votes to achieve any legislation they would have liked, including border wall funding, prior to losing control of the House. President Trump had urged Senator McConnell to go “nuclear” to achieve funding for his border wall. The “Nuclear Option” can be used to expedite the passage of bills in the Senate by requiring only 51 votes instead of the traditional 60 votes. Fifty-one votes should not have been difficult to achieve under a Republican majority. In other words, the GOP could have done it, but they didn’t. Which begs the question, why not? Perhaps because they recognize a wall at the U.S./ Mexico border would effectively be an unpopular land-grab by the Federal Government, or perhaps because 7 in 10 Americans oppose the government being shutdown over the border wall dispute. Would a wall be effective and what is it trying to accomplish? Will it stop illegal immigration? No. Most illegal immigrants enter the U.S. legally and overstay visas. Will it stop drugs? No. Most drugs come through legal ports of entry. Will it stop terrorists? No. To give the appearance of credibility to the functionality of the wall, the Trump Administration falsely stated nearly 4,000 “known or suspected terrorists” were stopped at the border. In fact, the Department of Homeland Security, (ironically hobbled by the government shutdown) issued a report on January 7 to set
the record straight. Meanwhile, FBI leaders, intelligence agents, private industries, and major airlines have all stated the shutdown itself threatens national security. Airport security is weakened with fewer TSA officers, scientific research and public health loses vital funding, food inspections and oversight are hampered, and many federal law enforcement officers go without pay, as does the judiciary (Law and Order). The President has closed the government over $5.7 billion not just for an ineffective wall, but for what can only be an incomplete wall. Two reports estimate much higher costs for the wall, not including technology or staffing needed. Homeland Security estimated the wall would cost closer to $22 billion. According to MIT engineers, the wall would cost taxpayers $27-$40 billion. The notion that our southern border is a national security threat isn’t to be taken lightly. In 2014, the U.S. Department of Defense highlighted an immediate threat to this nation’s national security, climate change. If the President of the United States sets a precedent by declaring a national emergency to get funding for a wall, then what will stop a more liberal president in the future from declaring Climate Change as a national security threat? This dysfunction appears to be between the President and his own party, not simply a Republican vs. Democrat scenario. I can only hope that by the time you’re reading this the shutdown will be over. Cheers. Sources: Senate Passes Bill: https:// finance.yahoo.com/news/trumpwon-apos-t-sign-172050494.html
House Passes Bill: https://www. npr.org/2018/12/20/678602214/ senate-approves-temporary-funding-bill-house-likely-to-act-todayavoiding-shutdo Security threat: https://www. businessinsider.com/delta-unitedjetblue-pilots-warn-of-flying-dangers-during-shutdown-2019-1 FBI agents say shutdown is risk: https://www.theatlantic.com/ politics/archive/2019/01/fbi-agentssay-shutdown-threatens-nationalsecurity/580039/ Ipsos/NPR Poll: https://www. ipsos.com/en-us/news-polls/Government-Shutdown Most illegal immigrants overstay visa: https://www.washingtonpost. com/news/wonk/wp/2018/06/25/ most-immigrants-who-enter-thecountry-do-so-legally-federal-datashow/?utm_term=.5146a213a605 Longest shutdown ever: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/01/09/us/politics/longestgovernment-shutdown.html Nuclear Option: https://lawandcrime.com/high-profile/as-shutdown-looms-trump-calls-for-nuclear-option-to-get-wall-fundingpassed-by-senate/ MIT cost of Wall: https://www. technologyreview.com/s/602494/ bad-math-props-up-trumps-borderwall/ Most drugs through legal ports: https://www.factcheck.org/2017/08/ will-trumps-wall-stop-drug-smuggling/ Trump declines Graham: https://www.politico. com/story/2019/01/10/republican-senators-government-shutdown-1096118 Climate Change immediate risk: https://unfccc.int/news/ climate-change-threatens-nationalsecurity-says-pentagon
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Correction In the article titled “Whalan council holds swearing-in ceremony” published in the January 14, 2019, edition of the Fillmore County Journal, it was stated the chain, auger and shaft need to be replaced on the city sander. The cost of replacement would have been $7,000$10,000. The council elected to have the sander repaired, not replaced, which will cost much less than the cost of replacement. We apologize for the error.
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C OMMENTARY Border security: Facts and solutions By Jeff Erding Wykoff, MN Bush 41. Clinton 42. Bush 43. Obama 44. Trump 45. Hillary Clinton. Senator Charles S c h u m e r. H o u s e Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Household names in American politics, Jeff Erding and all with something in common. Every one of them has written and spoken publicly about securing our southern border to stem the flow of illegal drugs, terrorists, contraband, and foreign criminals. All have advocated for a system of barriers, technology, and increased manpower with the goal of protecting American citizens. For various reasons, all have also been guilty of
kicking the can down the road….. All except Donald J. Trump. Why is Democratic leadership determined to stop the Wall? They know over 80% of illegal drugs come through the southern border, along with dangerous criminals and terrorists who hate America. Mr. Schumer says it is too expensive and ineffective. Let’s look at the expensive aspect. At 5.7 Billion, the cost represents less than ½ of 1% of the yearly national budget, or 2.7% of what the food stamp program alone costs every year [figures according to the Congressional Budget Office]. Estimates of the annual costs attributed to illegal immigration range from around 10 billion [ the Cato Institute] to 130 Billion [Federation for American Immigration]. If effective, it would seem the Wall would provide great potential for a healthy Return On Investment!
One Moment, Please... HIPAA, obituaries, and births By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com Do you remember how excited you were when you heard about the Health Insurance P o r t a b i l - Jason Sethre ity and Accountability Act (HIPAA)? Yeah, me neither. But, HIPAA has impacted all of us in many ways we may not even realize. Companies had to become compliant with the HIPAA Security Rule by April 21, 2005. That was nearly 14 years ago. The whole reason HIPAA was introduced related to the reality that all medical records were maintained in an electronic (and hence portable) format. It was a common sense measure of security, but it has had some unintended consequences. I remember when I first became aware of HIPAA while working as the publisher of the La Porte County Herald-Argus in North-
west Indiana. We had a corporate attorney meet with our management team and tell us that management needed to handle any health-related issues with employees differently. From that point forward, if an employee was diagnosed with cancer or any other illness, management could no longer openly express sympathy to the employee in the presence of other employees. We could no longer take the lead on sending around a card to collect money and show our support. Management was put on ice, which made us look insensitive to say the least. It created some awkwardness at times. We had over 70 employees at our newspaper, and I knew each employee at the level of knowing each employee’s spouse’s name, the names of their children and their pets, and their hobbies. HIPAA bothered me, because I truly cared about the people I worked with each and every day. Birth Announcements At the same time HIPAA was introduced, I noticed a dramatic change in another area of our newspaper — reflected in our content.
Democrats say it would NOT be effective. Are they correct? Let’s be logical. If we have a medical, a legal, or an investment question, we go to, respectively, a doctor, a lawyer, or a trusted fiduciary expert. If we have a border security question, we ask a Border Security Professional. [Unless we are unwise or illogical, in which case we ask Mr. Schumer, Ms. Pelosi, or the talking heads in the main stream media or NPR.] A survey was completed last April of 600 members of the Border Patrol Council. Results were published by reporter Stephen Dinan in the Washington Times. Those surveyed were boots-on– the-ground border agents with firsthand security responsibilities. Over 89% were in favor of adding a bollard type steel barrier wall to the current 654 miles of wall protecting the 1,950 mile border. Mr. Trump, wisely consulting With the introduction of HIPAA, we saw a 70% decrease in birth announcements published in the newspaper. Our daughter was born at the hospital in La Porte in 2004, and I recall the hospital staff presenting a document for us to sign in which we selected the newspapers in which we wanted our birth announcement to appear. The hospital took care of administering that information to each newspaper for us. We didn’t have to do anything beyond that point. That was wonderful, because I have to tell you I don’t think I experienced a full night of sleep for the next seven months. I’m pretty sure I resembled a zombie at work. Our son was born in 2007, in the post-HIPAA era, and the hospital staff gave us the same document they gave us when our daughter was born in 2004. However, this time they said we’d have to submit the information to each newspaper ourselves. After our son was born, I asked our lifestyles editor at the newspaper how many fewer birth announcements we were publishing compared to the pre-HIPAA era. Based on the comparison of the birth of our two children in 2004 and 2007, I had a pretty good idea of why we were seeing fewer birth
Minnesota weekly fuel update and outlook January 7 — Gasoline prices in Minnesota have fallen 2.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.05/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 2,856 stations in Minnesota. This compares with the national average that has fallen 3.0 cents per gallon versus last week to $2.22/g, according to GasBuddy. Average gasoline prices on Jan-
uary 7 in Minnesota have ranged widely over the last five years: $2.37/g in 2018, $2.31/g in 2017, $1.86/g in 2016, $1.98/g in 2015 and $3.23/g in 2014. Including the change locally during the past week, prices yesterday were 32.0 cents per gallon lower than a year ago and are 21.0 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has dropped 19.9 cents
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with border agents, determined to increase that total by around 400 miles and to upgrade existing barriers as necessary. If you had a multimillion dollar property needing protection, and a reputable firm proposed to provide it for $4,000 with a .50 cent upcharge to provide a key security wall, how long would it take you to authorize the extra .50 cents? So why are Congressional Democrats so against The Wall? After all, they say they want border security, and recently were advocating for it, including voting in 2006 for a multi-billion dollar plan that included a physical barrier. Why not go along with it now?
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potential Democratic votes; and rightfully so. [If they thought illegals would vote Republican, the border wall would be visible from
for increased manpower and technology at the border, pretending to support enhanced border security while opposing the wall, thus maintaining support from the large numbers in their base who want secure borders, all the while knowing that all those measures can easily be eliminated by defunding them. Walls are permanent; once built, improved security is assured. Dear Readers, the facts are plain. We know walls work. They work around the White House, military safety [Green] zones, prisons, to protect Israel, on construction sites, and they work well on our southern border where they currently exist. We know the cost is not prohibitive. This is just another example of Democrats caring more about power then they do about the welfare of the American people. Contact your senators and representatives. Tell them to Build the Wall! God Bless until next time, Jeff
announcements. Parents were too exhausted and busy to submit a birth announcement, and the hospitals had their hands tied. Sandra, our lifestyle editor, came back with a number: 70% less. Free in the FCJ? Newspapers have seen a dramatic decrease in published birth announcements. It’s not because there are fewer babies born each year. I did some research, and our population is growing 2 to 3 million per year. Births are exceeding deaths. Obviously, HIPAA has discouraged hospitals and even parents from submitting birth announcements to newspapers to share the good news. It’s a restricted chore. Historically, the Fillmore County Journal has always charged for birth announcements if they include a photograph. We have charged for birth announcements, but we haven’t charged for obituaries, engagements, weddings, and military service. By the way, to my knowledge, we are the last newspaper that doesn’t charge for obituaries in all of Southeast Minnesota and Northeast Iowa. Most weekly newspapers charge upwards of $115 per obituary, and I have even heard that one daily newspaper in our region charges upwards
of $400 per obituary. We have always felt that publishing obituaries is a matter of public service. Whenever I read an obituary, I’m always amazed at how many people are related to people I don’t know were related. I’d really like to have a flowchart to connect all of the dots of who is related, but that might be incomprehensible. As I’ve heard from many readers, “you charge for when someone is born but not for when they die.” That has been true up until now. As of this moment, all birth announcements will be published with a photo for free. And, to my knowledge, we may be the last newspaper in Southeast Minnesota and Northeast Iowa publishing birth announcements for free. Despite the HIPAA odds against us, we are hoping that parents (and probably proud grandparents) will share the good news about their growing families. Check out our Social Scenes section in today’s newspaper, and you’ll see a birth announcement. We hope that this is the beginning of many more. Please send your birth announcements to news@fillmorecountyjournal.com, and we’ll be happy to share the good news!
4.3 cents per gallon from last week’s $2.15/g. “After a brief hiccup that saw the nation’s average gas price rise for two days last week, the overall trend remains in favor of lower gas prices, even as oil prices have rallied. The window for cheap gas prices continues to close, however, and by mid-February will likely be completely closed- so do take advantage of the low prices while they last,” said Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBud-
dy. “While 11 states are seeing their statewide average under $2 per gallon, nearly half of the nation’s gas stations are selling under $2 per gallon. In fact, while the average price remains higher, the median gas price in the U.S. sits at $2.07 per gallonmuch of which can be blamed on much higher gas prices on the West Coast- where more relief in the form of lower prices can be expected.” For LIVE fuel price averages, visit FuelInsights.GasBuddy.com.
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light. I’d like to be able to say the same thing to the nation as well. Mostly though, I wish I was as good at living up to my ideals, and standing up to my fears, as I profess one should be. It seems we are in a funk. Afraid of the stranger. Angry at the government. Scared some out of control and wayward soul may have a gun... or that we may not. With our collective nerves worn thin, and our nation’s pocketbook stretched even thinner, we now feel fear when we look into the faces of a mother and her child seeking refuge or a better life. Many believe a wall will slow or stop these people. We have become the neighbors we don’t want
By Ken Sawle Rushford, MN When my daughters were young, and found themselves in a situation that seemed overwhelming, I would say, “Take a deep breath and a few steps back from Ken Sawle y o u r s e l f .” It seems like vague or simplistic advice, but using a few moments to calm yourself often helps to put things in a warmer
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Depression and suicide among farmers By Maddie Smith 1 (800) 273-8255... This is what Fillmore County dairy farmers read on the bottom of their milk checks each time they sell their freshest shipment of milk — the suicide hotline number. As striking as this fact Maddie Smith seems, few people consider the significance of the mental health of farmers. Anxiety, depression, and suicide are serious concerns for farmers today...and tomorrow. In her article titled “Why are America’s Farmers Killing Themselves in Record Numbers?” agricultural reporter Debbie Weingarten states the net farm income for U.S. farmers has declined 50% since 2013, and the majority of farmers have negative incomes. Since then, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in
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to have. You know, the ones who are friendly and polite, but then build a barrier fence on the property line between your house and theirs, because your son took a ripe red apple off their apple tree. Where has the generosity of Jesus gone? Could it be that we have lived in a country so wealthy and so strong for such a long time that the idea of compassion and openness are now foreign to us? Has it been so long since we needed another’s help, that we no longer know how to offer hope to those in need? Must parents and their children wait for many years to be processed as legal immigrants when they are suffering or in danger now?
Who have we become? When I was a young boy growing up in Spring Grove, Minn., I spent nearly every summer afternoon walking barefoot to the swimming pool. Much of the distance was hot blacktop, so I would cut across our neighbor’s cool grass lawn when I could. She never confronted me about trespassing. She passed on though, and a new young couple moved onto the property. One hot day as I was crossing their lawn in nothing more than my swim trunks, the young man came out and stopped me. He said, “What’s your name?” “Ken Thawl,” I said. ( I had a lisp at the time.) “Well, Ken Thawl,” he said,
pointing to an imaginary line in the grass, “you see that line right there? That’s the property line. And I don’t want you on my lawn walking across MY property!” As he said this to me I remember him bending over and poking his finger into my stomach. “You walk over there,” he said, pointing to the blacktop that curved around his house. I guess my feeling is, I don’t think we should become that neighbor. We have nearly nothing to fear by treating people with respect, kindness and compassion. I do feel that we should take a deep breath and a few steps back from ourselves. Then look in a mirror and ask, “What are we becoming?”
ers. Operating a farm, in general, is stressful, especially on evaporating small farms. The workload on small farms is often more than twice that of a regular fulltime job. Many operators live where they work and have family members as co-workers. If not that, there are always the stressful uncertainties regarding sufficient yields, healthy livestock, manageable weather conditions, and market changes. The CDC adds that farmers undergo social isolation, lack of mental health services in rural areas, and easy access to lethal means. Often times, especially with younger couples, the wife has an outside job, making her the breadwinner and insurance provider of the household — which creates frustration, marital strain, and disconnect among spouses and family members. Even if the farm isn’t doing well, there has to be money to put groceries on the table. However, almost any farmer will tell you the livestock is the first priority. Dr. Rossman, an Iowa farmer and leading farm behavioral health psychologist, describes what it is like: “We were growing food, but couldn’t afford to buy it. We worked 80 hours a week, but we couldn’t afford to see a dentist, let alone a therapist.” The Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network was designed to provide federal support and was even approved as part of the 2008 U.S. Farm Bill, but the Network dispersed after it received no funding. For an estimated cost of $18 million a year, farmers would have been provided with regional and national help lines, but the cost was too much. Skip forward 10 years and $12 billion is currently granted to farmers as a payout. One local farmer spent several hours applying for this payout to receive a mere $70 and waste half a day. Through this same payout, grain farmers receive a futile 0.5 cent per bushel. Instead of using costeffective, long-term relief programs to provide mental health resources, billions are being spent to provide minimal financial relief
and a recipe for criticism against farmers. When farmers struggle, local businesses — the implement dealer, hardware store, vet office — all receive less exchange. In some cases, even local bankers are sent to suicide training. Still, though, there is a false assumption that farmers are rich because of their equity. “We want to pay our bills. We’re not asking to be rich, but we don’t want to be criticized by the public,” Hegg remarks. Aside from financial relief, farmers need care. Recognize the signs of depression and suicide and provide those who are depressed or suicidal with resources. These resources may be a brochure, a phone number, five minutes of your day to talk, or an extra set of willing hands from time to time. At the very least, understand their world. Farmers are, indeed, as Hegg says, “a very special breed.” The next time you indulge a savory hamburger, drink a glass of cold milk on a hot summer day, or even prepare a quick peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch, remember how many farmers are suffering and unable to afford their own meals for the food you savor. I’m sure you you don’t wish to experience such melancholy with each bite, but
I’m more sure that your neighboring farmers don’t wish to carry the suicide hotline number in their back pockets Bibliography Hegg, Renee, and Madilyn Smith. “Personal Experience with Mental Health Issues on the Farm.” 24 Nov. 2018. Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Coping With Farm & Rural Stress in Minnesota. Coping With Farm & Rural Stress in Minnesota, 2018. “Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR).” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 28 June 2018, www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/65/wr/mm6525a1.htm?s_ id=mm6525a1_w#suggestedcit ation. Weingarten, Debbie. “Why Are America’s Farmers Killing Themselves in Record Numbers?” The Guardian, Guardian News and Media, 6 Dec. 2017, www. theguardian.com/us-news/2017/ dec/06/why-are-americas-farmerskilling-themselv es-in-record-numbers. Maddie Smith is a student at Fillmore Central High School. She is one of eight area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its 20th year.
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Falcon News Friday, January 11, five junior Anatomy students went to Viterbo University in La Crosse, WI, for their Big Bang Friday event. Only juniors interested in science, engineering, and math were invited to attend. Students got to choose between five different labs to participate in. Lunch was provided and they got t-shirts, and it was all free. They also took a tour around campus; they particularly were impressed by the nursing building. the girls that attended really enjoyed the day and are as follows:
Taylor Bushman, Madalyn Kinneberg, Hailey HeinsLange, Molly McKernan and Makenna Gatzke.
The 5th and 6th grade Math Wizards team competed in their first meet of the season on January 10th in Spring Valley. The students participated in a speed math facts round, two individual test rounds, and a team round. All the students did very well and several them won awards. 5th Grade Awards: In the speed round - Thomas Pikula (10th), Caroline Himli-Seelbinder (8th), Aubrey Daniels (4th), and Kyla (2nd). In the individual rounds - Kane Larson (10th), Aubrey Daniels (8th); Caroline Himli-Seelbinder (6th), and Kyla (1st). 6th Grade Awards: In the speed round - Annika Mensink (9th); Delaney Yoder (5th), Audra Otto (3rd), and Haley O'Connor (1st). In the individual round - Austen Vrieze (10th) and Delaney Yoder (3rd).
THE CONTEST ONE ACT PLAY WILL BE PERFORMED ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
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Hall walking Hours: 7:00-7:30 a.m. M-F when school is in session. 3:15-6:00 p.m. M-F when school is in session. ***You will need to arrive prior to 4 p.m. to get access to check into the building with one of the following offices; Community Ed, Elementary or District Office. Call the Community Education Office to Register. 507.765.3809 school Volleyball has moved to Saturdays! Come join us on Saturday evenings for some Volleyball. We are looking to expand our league and encourage men & women 17 years old and up to join. Saturday beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Fillmore Central Elementary Gym, Preston. Enter through door 12. $3.00 per week or $30 for the season. ***If there is no interest in this program, this program will be discontinued. Adult Soccer League is every Sunday 6-8 p.m. in the Fillmore Central Elementary Gym. If weather allows, soccer will be on the soccer field at Fillmore Central Elementary. $3.00 per week or $30 for the season. Men's League Basketball is Wednesday evenings at Fillmore Central Elementary Stage Gym from 6:30-8:30. Contact Colten Hampel with any questions 507.440.5801. $3.00 per week or $30 for the season.
LANESBORO ARTS STUDENT ART SHOW On display until Sunday, January 27th
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Congratulations to those displaying work from Fillmore Central: Kaleb Arndt, Collen Dahle, Dan Erickson, Daysha Erickson, Laila Hanson, Ellie Liew, Emily Mock, Katie Prinsen, Sierra Rustad, Stella Schruffer, Jackie Thomas, Marissa Topness, Amanda Vrieze, and Nati Vande Zande.
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OBITUARIES Lila Eickhoff Lila Racelia Fingerson Eickhoff passed away January 11, 2019. She was the daughter of Malvin and Corolla (Sundet) Fi n g e r s o n . She was born Octo- Lila Eickhoff ber 4, 1930, at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester, Minn., where she was also baptized. She attended Rice Creek country school and then moved with her family to the Wykoff area and finished her schooling in Wykoff. After graduation from high school, she attended Luther College in Decorah and taught school in Harmony, and also did substitute teaching after she was married. On June 3, 1951, she was united in marriage to Donald Eickhoff at Fountain Lutheran Church and they began their life on the farm. They were blessed with five children: Thomas of Minneapolis, Dona (Wayne Hebrink) of Lakeville, Jane (Dennis Meisner) Wykoff, Steven (Brigid Walsh) of Fountain, and Lisa (Rodney Vorwerk) of Wykoff. Lila was active in her church and community. Church activities included teaching Sunday School, Bible School, helping with instruments, playing the organ, directing Jr. Choir, and Christmas programs. When her children were in 4-H, both Don and Lila were leaders, with Lila directing Share the Fun and taking the group to the State Fair several times.
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Working with the Wykoff Area Historical Society in its beginning was a community project that both Don and Lila enjoyed. In the 1960s Don became interested in flying. Flying became their life. When they joined the International Flying Farmers organization both Don and Lila were pilots, both were instrument rated. Lila was chosen Queen of the Flying Farmers Organization in Miami Beach, Fla., in 1964, and Don became president in Syracuse, N.Y. in 1981. Lila was also chosen Woman of the Year in 1984 in Winnipeg, Canada, the same year that she received her instrument rating. The entire family enjoyed these years of flying, traveling the entire United States and Canada. Don and Lila also flew to Mexico, Central America, and the Bahamas in their plane. In 1986, Don and Lila retired from the farm and moved to Wykoff where Lila and her friend Connie opened the Bank Gift Haus, which later included a Tea Room. In 2004, the business was sold and Don and Lila began their travels abroad. Traveling to 64 countries was a privilege they both thoroughly enjoyed. In 2015 Don and Lila moved to The Waters on Mayowood, a retirement community. Lila is survived by her husband and children, as well as brothers Leroy (Ruth) Fingerson of Eden Prarie and Conrad Fingerson of Rochester, 11 grandchildren: Amanda (Nick) Greene, Stephanie Hebrink, Athena (Nathan) Nistler, Derek (Hilliary) Meisner, Jared (Katherin) Meisner, Nicole (Jason) Newville, Rich-
Fillmore County Church Directory Christ Lutheran Church..........………………..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…..........……….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 4 08 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…...................................Sundays - 8:00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923
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ard (Katie) Eickhoff, Kathleen (Alex) Mensink, Mitchell (Crystal Shepherd) Vorwerk, Andrew (Courtney Aschoff ) Vorwerk, Nathan Vorwerk; 19 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Lila is also survived by in-laws Virgil and Marva Eickhoff of Wykoff and Diane (Aaron Barnhart) Eickhoff of Kansas City. She was preceded in death by her brother-in-law Dr. Robert Butler and sister-in-law Dr. Myrna Lewis. Memorial service was held 11 a.m., Wednesday, January 16, 2019, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff, with Pastor Michael Harman officiating. Visitation was 5-7 p.m. Tuesday in the basement at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff. Dennis “Denny” Kjarland Dennis “Denny” Kjarland, 75, of Zearing, Iowa, passed away on Wed ne sday, January 9, 2019, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa. A celebraDennis tion of life Kjarland service was held on Sunday, January 13, 2019, from 1-4 p.m at Dakins Community Center in Zearing. A private family burial was held in the Lincoln Township Cemetery in Zearing. Denny was born in Winona, Minn., on March 13, 1943, to Lloyd and Esther (Rude) Kjarland. He was raised in Harmony, Minn., where his parents ran the local restaurant Silver Grill. He attended Harmony High School where he played football. He started three years and they were undefeated all three years, of which one year no opponent ever scored on them. Denny was the homecoming king and graduated with the class of 1961. Following school, he went to college until he decided to join the Navy. He honorably served during the Vietnam Conflict as a Seabee from 1963-1967. Once returning home he and his military buddy Bobby Wickham traveled to Iowa on their way to California. While in Iowa he
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Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* 9-11:30am, 1230-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* Senior Strength & Balance Class, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* Senior Strength & Balance Class, 11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-272-3731.* 12pm, United Methodist Church, 211 St. Anthony St., lower level.*
5:00pm, Spring Valley Public Library* 7pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St.* 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*
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10-11am, Scotland Presbyterian Church, Canton. 507-251-0520 for information. Senior Strength & Balance Class, 1-1:45pm, Coffee Street Fitness Center, Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson.*
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The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. met Nina Golly; the couple married on June 29, 1968, and Denny remained in Zearing. Denny worked for Minerva Valley Telephone Company in Zearing before managing the Radcliffe Telephone Company. He later took a job with Krysilis and worked for them until he retired in 2009. In retirement Denny began working for Indian Creek Country Club in Nevada, Iowa. Denny was a member of the McCallsburg American Legion Post #493 and served on the Zearing Fire Department as a volunteer fireman and EMT. He was very active and love to spend time with family and friends, playing golf, fishing, camping, eating breakfast, woodworking, and watching the Cyclones. Those left to cherish his loving memory are his wife Nina Kjarland of Zearing, Iowa; daughter Mikka (David) Belding of Charleston, S.C.; sister Mavis Kjarland of Pepin, Wis.; mother-in-law Virginia Golly of Zearing, Iowa; two stepgrandsons, Matthew Belding and T.W. (Lauren) Baker and their son Daylin; nieces Stacey (Kurt) Ingli and Sarah (Mark) Van Uden; nephew David Eskelson, two great-nieces, three great-nephews, and many other relatives and close friends. Denny was preceded in death by his parents, son Bryce, and father-in-law Marvin Golly. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care, in Zearing, was entrusted with the care of Denny and his family.
Jeff was born on September 14, 1949, in Northwood, N. Dak., to Gordon Orville and Elaine Bernice (Johnson) Lee. He graduated from the Chatf ield Jeffrey Lee H i g h School in Chatfield, Minn., in 1967 and attended art school in La Crosse. Jeff married Ann M. Knutson on June 27, 1970 in Ettrick. Ann preceded Jeff in death on January 8, 2001. Jeff was a devoted public employee, working 43 years for the city of Blair as street superintendent. An early riser, he could be found sweeping or plowing the city streets before other residents were even awake. Generous with his time and money, Jeff would volunteer his time (the annual lutefisk dinner) and his money (the Union Bank of Blair Christmas bike raffle) for numerous years. While he shunned the spotlight, he was awarded the 2016 Blair Civic Award. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. Jeff is survived by two children, Denis Lynn (Lance Alan McNaughton) Lee and Heather Anne Lee; his mother, Elaine Bernice Lee, and his loving partner, Karilynn Olstad. A visitation was held on Thursday, January 17, 2019, from 4-8 p.m. in the Jack Funeral Home in Blair. Graveside services for Jeff and Ann took place on Friday, January 18, 2019, at 11 a.m. in the Rest Jeffrey Lee Haven Cemetery in Blair. Jeffrey Lynn Lee, age 69, A celebration of Jeff ’s life of Blair, Wis., died on Fri- will be held at a later date. day, January 11, 2019, in the The Jack Funeral Home in Gundersen Tri-County Hospi- Blair is assisting the family tal in Whitehall, Wis. with arrangements.
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ects. Student interest is the last area, which may be shooting hoops, crafts or yoga, just to name a few. Staff members offer the variety of choices and students can sign up each day for their choice. A management program was purchased that allows teachers to take attendance and for students to use to sign up. It also allows staff to look at each student’s choices to see where kids’ interests are. Another benefit of this program is that students can make connections with staff and know that they are care about them. It not only builds relationships but teaches life skills, time management, career exploration and healthy living. Community Education Director Luann Kleven reported that Valleyland is still looking at where their summer location will be. Transportation to the pool from the elementary is the issue that has to be resolved. Community Education is looking at expanding ECFE (Early Child Family Education) through the third grade and are planning a Love and Logic seminar for parents in February. Adult enrichment classes have been well received this year. With the new
website up and running they will be transitioning to more digital information and registration. Shane McBroom, elementary principal, shared that they have been approved for the Personalized Learning three-year Bush Grant that will allow them to learn more and do more on a personalized level for the students. A leadership team will be created to work on this task. High School Principal Randy Paulson reported that with the new Flex program, students are getting extra assistance and this has led to the reduction of failing students. He asked the board to support the idea of a Chatfield Engineering Team coached by Nora Gathje as this would fit with the school’s STEM focus. A Culture Crew has been established with five or six students from each grade level that are looking at how to make the school culture more inclusive. One of the goals of this crew is to reduce the number of discipline issues. Under the consent agenda, the minutes of the last meeting were approved along with spring 2019 coaches. Those coaches were Kirk Affeldt, Brianna Harmening and Sara Sturgis for soft-
ball; Brian Baum, Tom Bance and Jason Voeltz for baseball; Jeff Debuhr, Damien Nickelsen, Barb Storsveen, Scott Schmaltz, Niki DeBuhr, Brian Nolan and Jenny Bradt for track and field and Paul Wagner for girls and boys golf. It also approved the resignation of Scott Backer as junior high baseball coach and to list this as an open position. Under new business, the board had to decide how to fill the vacancy on the board with the resignation of Jerry Chase. After a lengthy discussion, the board agreed to ask for applications for the position of board member to serve until the position would be put on the ballot in November. The board then approved two resolutions; one to call a special election in the fall, and the other to fill the school board vacancy by appointment until November. The board tabled the resolution establishing dates for filing affidavits of candidacy in November. They also approved the annual $15,000 CCTV payment to the city of Chatfield and the 2019-2020 school calendar with an ending date of June 1. A reminder that the meetings will now be the first Wednesday of the month so the next three meetings will be February 6, March 6 and April 3 at 7 p.m. in the Forum Room.
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Sixth grade teacher Dave Rogers presented a report on the seniors’ annual Tex-Mex trip which he chaperoned. The bus left the school early on December 26 and arrived in the Dallas/Fort Worth area the next morning. Some of the places the students visited included the Stockyard Museum, Magnolia Market, the JFK Memorial, the Alamo, and the USS Lexington. “We didn’t have the best weather,” Rogers commented. Despite the weather, the group was still able to have a lot of fun and enjoyed their stay in Texas. Artwork from Lanesboro Public School students along
with other area school students is on display at the Lanesboro Arts building for a juried art show and will be open until February 2. The art show is free to the public. Superintendent Schultz mentioned that local farmers who farm more than 250 acres can nominate the Lanesboro School for Monsanto’s American Farmers Grow Rural Education grant. On February 16 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., an ice fishing event for senior fundraising will be held at Bass Pond. The next Lanesboro school board meeting will be held on February 21 at 7 p.m.
By Mary L. Allen Superintendent Harris presided over the January 10 Chatfield School Board meeting until the board elected the new chair. Members present were Lanny Isensee, Scott Backer, Katie Priebe, Matt McMahon and Amy Jeffers. Also present was Community Education Director Lu Ann Kleven, Elementary Principal Shane McBroom, High School Principal Randy Paulson; Lorri Lowery, administrative assistant; Karyl Lyons, business manager and student representatives, Gage Tuohy and Abi Hinckley. Nominations for board officers were made and approved. The new chairman is Amy Jeffers. The following board members will stay on in their current offices: Lanny Isensee, vice chair; Scott Backer, clerk and Katie Priebe, treasurer. Amy Jeffers conducted the rest of the meeting after her appointment as chair. Under reports, Superintendent Harris needs to schedule a work session for the board the week of January 21 for preliminary discussions on budget and staffing. Harris approached the subject of changing the day that
By Hannah Wingert Lanesboro School Board member Dave Lawstuen administered the oath to returning board members Lolly Melander, Steve Snyder, and Steve Storhoff as well as new member Mike Willford. Lawstuen was nominated and approved as the board chair, Steve Snyder as the vice chair, Chris Troendle as clerk, and Lolly Melander as treasurer. The Lanesboro School Board meetings will continue to be held on the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the
the school board meets. After discussion it was decided that the board will meet the first Wednesday of the month. He also announced that the Career Pathways Summit sponsored by the South East Service Coop will meet in the Forum on February 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The new website is up and he thanked the committee for their work which makes the website a better experience for parents. It is more external friendly. Student council representatives shared that they had sold candy canes in December to help fund their Snow Week. The Snow Week dance will be held on February 1 from 8-11p.m. Dress up days will also be a part of this activity. Next up was a presentation of the new Flex schedule by staff members Nora Gathje and Kiya Virgin. Flex replaces what used to be a study hall and allows students to make choices. There are four areas that students can choose from. Remediation can be used to do makeup work. Work time can be used for study or to do group work. Enrichment can be used for club meeting or time for students to work on STEM or Science Fair proj-
Lanesboro Elementary Library. The Merchants Bank of Lanesboro was approved as the district depository. The board’s legal counsel was set as Nethercut Schieber Attorneys, PLLP for general business and Rupp, Anderson, Squires & Waldspurger, PA for school law. The News Leader was set as the school’s official newspaper. The school board members’ compensation for 2019 was approved with no changes from 2018. The chief facilities planner position and other facili-
ties committee members were changed to be paid positions with $500 annually for the planner and $400 annually through the end of the upcoming facilities project for the committee members. Chris Troendle was approved to sit on the policy committee, Steve Snyder and Steve Storhoff on the finance, facilities, and long-range planning committee, and Steve Storhoff on the advisory committee. Mike Willford was appointed as the board representative for the Minnesota State High School League, Chris Troendle as representative for the education district, Mike Willford for economic development, and Steve Storhoff as legislative liaison. Steve Storhoff gave the facility committee report. The committee is continuing to fine-tune the plans for the renovations and additions project. “We still have a long ways to go,” Superintendent Matt Schultz said. Asbestos abatement is also an on-going conversation, and the plan is to remove it all this summer in preparation for the project. Elementary Principal James Semmen presented the 2019-20 school calendar. The first day of the next school year will be on September 3, 2019, and graduation will be held on May 31, 2020. The board approved the calendar as written. A resolution was approved allowing Superintendent Schultz to make recommendations for adjustments in the curriculum, programs, and staff for the 2019-20 school year.
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Natalie Ruth Whalen Jesse and Kim Whalen of Montello, Wis., are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Natalie Ruth Whalen. Natalie was born December 27, 2018, weighing 7 lb 10 oz. and was 20.5 inches long. Proud grandparents are Dick and Susan Kemnitz of Montello, Wis., Greg and Darlene Stahl of Marshall, Wis., Fred and Lori Pfremmer of Preston, Minn., and the late Philip Whalen of Harmony, Minn.
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State Fair and Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation accepting Century Farm applications
Minnesota families who have owned their farms for 100 years or more are invited to apply for the 2019 Century Farm Program. Produced by the Minnesota State Fair in conjunction with the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation, the Century Farm Program was created to promote agriculture and honor historic family farms in the state. More than 10,500 Minnesota farms have been honored since the program began in 1976. Family farms are recognized as a Century Farm when
three requirements are met. The farm must be: 1) at least 100 years old according to authentic land records; 2) in continuous family ownership for at least 100 years (continuous residence on the farm is not required); and 3) at least 50 acres and currently be involved in agricultural production. A commemorative certificate signed by State Fair Board of Managers President Paul Merkins, Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Paap and Governor
Tim Walz will be awarded to qualifying families, along with an outdoor sign signifying Century Farm status. Applications are available online at mnstatefair.org/ about-the-fair/awards-andrecognition/; at fbmn.org; by calling the State Fair at (651) 288-4400; or at statewide county extension and county Farm Bureau offices. The submission deadline is Monday, March 4. Recipients will be announced in May. Previously recognized families should not reapply.
Information on the Century Farm Program will be available at the Minnesota Farm Bureau exhibit during the 2019 Minnesota State Fair. A Century Farm database is also available at fbmn.org. The Minnesota State Fair is one of the largest and bestattended expositions in the world, attracting more than two million visitors annually. Showcasing Minnesota’s finest agriculture, art and industry, the Great Minnesota GetTogether is always 12 Days of Fun ending Labor Day. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information. The 2019 Minnesota State Fair runs August 22 - Labor Day, September 2.
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Fillmore Soil & Water Conservation District Conservation By Donna Rasmussen Administrator 1942: The U.S. had just entered World War II. The nation was finally recovering from the Great Depression. The Dust Bowl of the 1930s had begun a movement to conserve our precious soils. And the Civilian Conservation Corps was winding down its work to install soil conservation practices. It was in this climate that the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) got its start, first in the eastern half of the county in 1940 as the East Fillmore Soil Conservation District. Then in 1942, the western half of the county was also formed into a soil conservation district with Paul Miland, Carl Amundson, Sears Winslow, and Walter Halstead elected to the board. This is why we mark 1942 as the beginning of soil conservation for all of Fillmore County. In 1962, the two districts came
together to form the Fillmore SWCD with boundaries that matched the county lines. The boards of supervisors at that time felt that one SWCD could operate more efficiently. One major driver for soil conservation was the amount of sediment entering the Mississippi River in the 1930s when the Corps of Engineers was installing locks and dams for navigation. The sediment was clogging the river, making it unnavigable and creating a constant maintenance problem. Locks and dams would help to raise and control water depths for navigation, but only temporarily if the sedimentation continued. One report at the time measured a million tons of silty sediment from the Root River over a 24-hour period. Another concern was how soil erosion occurring in southeastern Minnesota bluff country was affecting crop pro-
duction as early as the 1920s. Stories like those of the town of Beaver in Winona County that was eventually buried in sediment were graphic examples of the amount of soil loss occurring from the bluffs. A study in the Gilmore Valley watershed in Winona County revealed that 50% of the land had lost between 25 and 75% of its topsoil. The Depression was another driver for implementing soil erosion practices. The Civilian Conservation Corps was formed as an opportunity to do soil conservation work and to put people to work. Camps were located in Lanesboro, Spring Valley and Chatfield in Fillmore County along with other locations around southeast Minnesota. In 1934, three soil conservation demonstration projects were ordered with one being the Deer-Bear Creek watershed near Spring Valley. During the six years that followed, many farmers signed cooperative agreements with the Soil Conservation Service (SCS) for a planned approach to conservation work which included practices such as con-
“America the Beautiful” East Willow Creek Flood Control Structure. Photo submitted
East Fillmore SWCD Board (c. 1942): Oliver Haselrud, Ludvig Rostvold, Clarence McKay, George Highum, Evan Engebretson. Photo submitted
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Monday, January 21, 2019
Rushford Village holds annual meeting
Rushford Village Mayor Gordon Johnson, center, discusses the option of hiring a different engineering firm at the January 15 meeting. Also pictured, at right, is Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner By Kirsten Zoellner As with most annual municipal meetings, the first meeting of the year for Rushford Village was largely annual housekeeping, determining meeting schedule, designations, committees, contracts, zoning, and financials. Rushford Village Council approved all with no change. Meetings will continue to be held the first and third Tuesday of each month, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The Zoning Commission, however, may adjust its times after review at its upcoming February 14 meeting. New member Hamilton Peterson cannot make the current meeting time with his work schedule and it’s been noted that if the time is changed, the commission may find it easier to locate one additional member. Should the commission opt to change its meeting time, appropriate public notice will be given of the new time. The council confirmed commission terms for members Glen Kopperud (one year) and Travis Link (two year). The review of annual finan-
cials did bring up one question regarding two balance deficits, of $1,597 and $475, both related to flood disbursements from FEMA. City Treasurer Judy Graham indicated the city is planning on discussing the matter with the auditor to see if transfers from the general fund could zero out the deficits. Some of it may related to a timeline since each event, as Graham noted the dates as August 2007 and September 2016. Pay rates for city employees were raised 2.5% to match cost of living increases. This includes Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck, Graham, and City Clerk Mary Miner. Benefits, including vacation and personal time will be reviewed on a continuing basis. The only update from Planning and Zoning was in relation to Dangerous Dog Ordinance 1. A mid-December incident in south Rushford, where two dogs at large attacked and injured another dog, which eventually needed to be put down. The sheriff’s department is involved in the matter. Notice was served
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Fillmore Central High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society would like to announce the selection of the following students for membership to our local Chapter. Seniors: Daysha Erickson, and Joseph Lange Juniors: Kelsey Biel, Taylor Bushman, Hailey Heins-Lange, Elizabeth Jones, Krista Jorgenson These students join current National Honor Society members, seniors Katrina Bergey, Emily Mock, Katelin Prinsen, Hannah Rolfs, Madison
Scheevel and Maddie Smith. To be eligible for membership consideration, students must be in either their junior or senior years, have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 and submit a membership application. Additionally, potential members must meet high standards of leadership, service, and character. From the information provided by the applicants and experience gained while working with applicants, the Faculty Council chooses new members for the society.
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to the dogs’ owner and one of the dogs was deemed a dangerous dog. The owner is required to comply with state statutes, including microchipping and neutering the dog. It was noted the timeframe to comply began on December 12, when papers were served. The owner has 14 days to comply with the guidelines. The city will follow up with the officer in charge of the case to ensure things are complete. Councilor Chad Rasmussen noted others have commented about the dog, noting those walking by while its been chained up have noted the amount of aggression. City Attorney Tom Manion will be included in communication on the matter. Animal Control is aware of the situation. A number of goals and priorities have been drawn up by Pub-
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! lic Works. It includes tree cutting on Tower Ridge Road and Aspen Road, improvement on the hill road to the water tower, playground equipment repair, installation of speed bumps and signs on Goodrich, several areas of improved shoulder, road, or ditches, and continued Americans with Disabilities (ADA) improvements. A spring cleanup has been set for Saturday, May 11, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. The last item of discussion was the city engineer. Mayor Gordon Johnson indicated that perhaps there is a conflict of interest with having Bolton & Menk serve both Rushford Village and the City of Rushford. “They’ve been a good engineer for us, but they also do the city. It’s not a bad thing to have the same engineer; it may be of some value,” he noted. Johnson indicated that he’d been approached by Davy Engineering, who used to handle
the Village’s water engineering. It was noted the city switched because, at the time, they did not offer complete municipal engineering, just that related to water utility. He also noted WHKS was previously used. “It seems like it’s best to have a different set of eyes looking at both sides of the street,” added Johnson. Councilor Mike Ebner suggested the city hold off on making any changes to engineering at this time as it may send a bad impression while the Village and the City of Rushford are looking at a cooperative meeting regarding development projects. “It sends a signal if we meet with the city then switch firms. The Village will reach out to other engineering firms, but made no decisions at this time. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Tuesday, February 5, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Unemployment remains steady; Four straight months at 2.8% seasonally adjusted unemployDecember, according to data released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), marking the fourth straight month with the same unemployment rate. rate remains the lowest since May 1999 and is just above the
January and February 1999. in December on a seasonally jobs was revised downward to Minnesota has added 31,441 last December. Private sector total non-farm and private sec-
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mittees and advisory boards and commissions, which are essentially the same as last year. Other business in brief ty maintenance agreement was half mile of CSAH 10 from Highway 52 and Union St. east and north to Wahler Valley Rd. maintenance on a quarterly basis. Roline from an EMT position was accepted effective January 4. thanked the city for a reappointment to continue to provide the city engineer, currently Matt Mohs. required to submit a pay equity report to the state. A preliminary analysis suggests the city will pass the pay equity test and will be in compliance with the law.
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Distinguished U of M professors to speak at Dinner on the Bluff Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center is proud to announce its lineup for their 2019 Dinner on the Bluff speaker’s series, now in its 15th year. University of Minnesota professors, Dr. Mark Seeley, Emeritus Professor of Climatology, and Dr. Marla Spivak, Professor in Entomology, will headline this coming year’s events. Dr. Mark Seely will speak on The Future of Farming in the Age of Climate Change, Saturday, February 2. Seely will discuss recent climate trends and why it is important for us to understand climate change if we are to adapt our agricultural practices effectively. Dr. Seely is a former Extension climatologist and professor emeritus in the Department of Soil, Water, and Climate at the University.
He is a popular speaker and has served as a weekly commentator on Minnesota Public Radio’s Morning Edition news program since 1992. Dr. Marla Spivak’s speech, entitled Getting Bees Back on Their Own Six Feet, will be presented on Saturday, April 6. Spivak will talk about the stressors that honey bees, and our diverse native bees, are facing and describe ways we can help them survive and thrive once again. Dr. Spivak is a MacArthur Fellow and McKnight Distinguished Professor in Entomology at the University. She founded the Bee Lab at the University of Minnesota and has bred a line of honey bees (the Minnesota Hygienic Line) to defend themselves against diseases. Current studies include the effects of agri-
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Have any unwanted gloves or mittens lying around? There will be a mitten drive at the February Dinner on the Bluff and a rain gear drive at the April event. All donations will go to Eagle Bluff’s gear closet which helps properly dress students for the weather during their outdoor experiences. Eagle Bluff is a private, nonprofit residential environmental learning center, founded in 1978, providing accredited environmental education programs and outdoor adventures in the scenic bluff country near Lanesboro, Minn. Dinner on the Bluff, now in its 15th year, is designed to give thought-leaders and experts in the environmental fields the opportunity to discuss public issues with the broader Eagle Bluff community.
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started downtown with three or four employees, and in 13 years as a manager he’s brought it up to 16 employees… There’s a lot of big shoes to fill.” When asked what accounts for the business growth, Rindels said, “A lot of hard work.” He also stressed that the success and growth would have been impossible without great employees and customers. Greiner concurred, saying the staff is welltrained, and receptive to training. He also said they believe in trying to have fun on the job too. Looking to the future, Greiner, summarized, “In order for survival, you have to have growth.” But he and Rindels agreed that overall the business simply hopes to keep doing well at meeting the needs of farmers in the area. That’s always seemed to work for them.
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Incoming councilor Lyle Morey, far left, joins veteran members of the Wykoff city council. Photo by Rich Wicks By Rich Wicks The Wykoff City Council met in regular session on January 14, with all coun-
cil members in attendance: (Lyle Morey, Mary Tjepkes, Mayor Al Williams, City Clerk Becky Schmidt, Mary Sackett
Monday, January 21, 2019 and Richard Gleason). Also attending was Assistant Clerk Luann Hare. The council discussed the pro’s and con’s of installing a keyless entry pad at the Wykoff Municipal Building (city hall). Schmidt explained that it has long been known that there are ongoing risks due to the fact that Wykoff hasn’t changed the lock in many years. She also pointed out that the suggested system would allow a read-out showing which staff have entered the building, since each individual would have a unique entry code. The system can also send a text message if entry occurs during off-hours. Another advantage, she said, is that if an employee stops working for the city, that one access code can easily be deleted, rather than having to get a new lock and keys. The council voted to purchase this keyless entry system, at a cost
CuTe Kids OF FillmOre COunTy
On Monday, February 11, 2019, the Fillmore County Journal will be publishing a special section titled “Cute Kids of Fillmore County,” celebrating the excitement and energy sparked by the birth of all of the children in Fillmore County.
This section will recognize all of our little ones in Fillmore County with pictures of newborns up to two years of age for anyone who submits a photo for publication. In addition, we will be conducting a drawing for a $100, $50 and $25 gift card to supporting local businesses for three lucky children. Along with photos of children, our newspaper will be dedicating content relating to parents of young children. Parents can submit their child’s photo completely free of charge. Along with the photo, please include the child’s name, both parents’ names, address, city, state and zip code - AND please include your phone number so we can contact you if you are one of the drawing winners. No photos taken by a professional photographer may be submitted by any parents without the written consent of copyright release for publication in the Fillmore County Journal.
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of $1,102. The council made the annual designations and appointments, including official depository, newspaper, and city attorney (Dwight Luhmann). Also, the council set the following appointments for committees: streets/snow removal/ sanding (Williams and Gleason), sewer/water (Tjepkes and Morey), personnel (Gleason and Sackett), parks/recreation/ community ed/joint trails board (Sackett and Tjepkes), pest control (John Apenhorst), weeds (Williams), incident command (Jason Hare), deputy incident command (to be announced), police and fire commissioner (Gleason and Morey), Emergency Management Director (Robert Vogen, but being filled temporarily by Wade Baker), Zoning Commissioner (Sackett) and Mayor Pro Tem (Gleason). The council approved the schedule of fees, with several increases: New water hookups will be $1,000, New sewer hookups will be $1,500, and hall rental will have an additional option of an hourly fee of $25. Regarding situations in which the city must “clean up” properties in violation of city ordinances, the city’s fee for lawn mowing/trimming will be $75 an hour (one hour minimum) as will the junk removal/cleanup cost. Schmidt read aloud a proposal she received from Darren Sikkink (WHKS) regarding the planned County Road 5 Utility Reconstruction project. It shows an expected assessed portion of $111,620, and a total estimated cost of $1,291,600. The project will run from Trunk Highway 80 to the northerly city limits.
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The council approved it as submitted. There was discussion of the used truck/plow/sander the city is considering purchasing. Schmidt said, “$5,300 is what he’s asking, for all three pieces.” Tjepkes stated, “I think it’s a very, very good idea… Our truck is on its last leg.” The council approved the purchase. Schmidt added, “It was just posted 22 hours ago, and I don’t think it’ll be there very long.” Schmidt highlighted a new form for the city to use regarding sewer and water blockages. The form was designed to clearly spell out the steps to take, and who is financially responsible for costs. The form will begin being used immediately for any future such issues. There was discussion about getting the water tower brought up to code, as several required features need to be repaired or replaced. A quote has been requested from Maguire Iron, but not yet received, so no action was taken. The pending land transfer (ballfield and playground) from Kingsland School to the city was discussed, but no action was taken since the city has not yet been given a “clear deed” to the property. It is understood that Kingsland is working to clear up a longtime oversight in how the property was transferred from the original owner. The council approved a 3% cost of living increase for city employee wages. Schmidt mentioned that this hadn’t been increased in the past two years. The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. The council’s next regular meeting will be Monday, February 11 at 7 p.m.
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Fillmore County Sports Chat & LARP Go To Cal For Tri Trojans Stay Perfect in New Year
It’s a small sample size (four games). But so far in 2019, R-P boys basketball has yet to lose. In a proximity rivalry game with Houston, things were knotted 30-30 early in the second. The home Trojans then ran 10-0. It propelled Chris Drinkall’s bunch to a 58-45 win over former Trojan Trent Vix’s group. Ben Wieser, a 6’3” sophomore C, posted a career-high (17 pts, 8-13 FGs, 7 rebs). Landon Skalet (17 pts, 3-6 threes, 7 rebs, 5 asts, 4 stls) and Luke O’Hare (16 pts, 6 rebs) made it a triple-attack. Houston, which basically went with five guys, was led by Alex Van Gundy (16 pts, 6-12 FGs) and James Hongerholt (15 pts, 9 rebs, 5 asts). The game took about 1:07 of real time. Houston falls to 1-5, 3-7. R-P then handled Southland 71-34. Wieser (15 pts, 5-6 FGs, 5-6 FTs, 6 rebs), Skalet (12 pts, 4-8 threes, 5 asts), O’Hare (8 pts, 10 rebs, 3 asts, 3 stls), and Kobe Lind (10 pts, 6 rebs, 3 stls) led the way. Seven Trojans scored 7-plus. R-P (4-2, 9-4) has won four straight, and seven of eight.
Knights Use Overtime to Dispatch Cougars
On paper, Kingsland (7-5) was probably the favorite versus M-C (5-6) in a boys basketball game. But with each team down a post player, with porous shooting, and with M-C’s top big guy near unstoppable, it took until overtime to seal the deal. A close regulation had eight ties, largest lead M-C 31-23. The teams went (nearly) back-and-
Amidst the Chatfield/LARP/Cal-Hou triangular, Gopher Tate Karver attempts for a takedown on Screaming Eagle Gable Speltz. Speltz came out the victor of the match (7-5 decision). He went 5-0 on the week including taking first (132) at the PEM Invite. Photo by Paul Trende forth late; Dylan Loppnow lay-up (43-39 M-C), Wyatt Pruter coast-to-coast lay-up (43-41), Brayden Gjere lay-up (45-41), Zach Hauser base-line reverse (45-43), Drew Wyffels free throws (47-43), Hauser corner-three (47-46), M-C turnover, Pruter long bank-inthree (49-47 King), Loppnow lay-up (49-49)! In the final 7.1 seconds, Kingsland didn’t get up a good shot. The contest went to overtime. There, Loppnow critically fouled out very early. M-C kept pace for two more ties and even led 55-54. Hauser scored Kingsland’s final six points. The Knights escaped 60-55 in OT. Pruter (25 pts, 4-14 threes, 9 rebs) led the way. Hauser (16 pts, 8 rebs) scored 12 in the final seven (overall) minutes.
Reid Kruegel (14 pts, 14 rebs) added a double-double. Near unstoppable Loppnow, a 6’5” senior C, had a career-game (29 pts, 12-16 FGs, 14 rebs). Wyffels (13 pts, 8 rebs, 9 asts, 3 stls) was his best assistor. Kingsland went 8 of 42 threes (19%), 22 of 71 FGs (30%), and 8 of 16 FTs (50%). M-C went 2 of 18 (11%), 18 of 52 (35%), and 17 of 28 (61%). John Fenske’s group improved to 5-2 in the SEC. M-C is 2-3, 5-7.
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LARP wrestling took third of 15 at the PEM individual Invite. Gable Speltz (132) took first (won three decisions). He had a 5-0 week and is 18-6 overall. Teammates Ross Herber (120, 20-5),
Dominic Jenkins (145/152, 17-5), and Noah Herber (182, 16-4) each went 4-1. Chatfield’s Cael Bartels (113), Seth Goetzinger (126), Nathan Goldsmith (152/160), and A.J. Karver (220/285) each went 4-1 on the week. Goldsmith was 3-0 at Stillwater. FC’s girls beat Lanesboro and L-O to run their win streak to six; the first 10-win county b-ball team. Kandace Sikkink had 27 (pts) and 20 (rebs), though the Falcons (5-3, 10-5) lost to SC. She’s averaging 17.6 (pts) and 13.4 (rebs) her last seven games. Kingsland’s Lauren and Ellie Buchholtz each doubledoubled (for a second time) in a win over SG (See AOTW). Knight Wyatt Pruter had 26 (vs See SPORTS Page 21 ➤
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Mabel-Canton’s Drew Wyffels had 16 (pts) and 11 (asts) in a loss to L-A. The 5’8” senior PG went over a 1,000 career points. Already M-C’s all-time assist and steal leader, Wyffels is averaging 14.1 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 3.3 steals per game.
Needing 20 points to break Kingsland’s girls’ scoring mark (Paisley Larson, 1,296), Lauren Buchholtz became number one by posting her first triple double (23 pts, 10 rebs, 10 asts) in a win over SG. The 5’8” senior G/F is averaging 16.7 points, 9.9 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 2.2 steals per game.
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By Paul Trende The unabbreviated way to say it was, Chatfield and Lewiston-Altura/Rushford-Peterson’s wrestling t e a m s THE TRENDE e a c h REPORT trekked to Caledonia for a triangular with Cal/ H o u s ton. The three-way begged and delivPaul Trende ered good mat competition. The Gophers and Screamin’ Eagles went first. It was back-and-forth up thru 152. LARP led after 106 (Tyler Kreidermacher 16-6 MD), 120 (Ross Herber pin), 132 (Gable Speltz 7-5 D), and 145 (Dominic Jenkins pin). Chatfield led after 113 (Cael Bartels forfeit), 126 (Seth Goetzinger pinned Carter Jonsgaard, a ranked/ ranked match), 138 (Cody Guenther 12-5 D), 152 (Nathan Goldsmith pin), and 160 (Jacob Stephas pin). The last five matches were then all forfeits. Chatfield took 170 (Davontae Goldsmith). LARP took 182 (Noah Herber) and 195 (Carter Weidemann) to pull to down 33-31. The Gophers grabbed 220 (A.J. Karver) and 285 (Erik Seha) for the 45-31 win. Caledonia/Houston then took on Chatfield. The dual had 11 pins. The first seven weights went that way (six in the first period). The Gophers won the early pin-clinic 4-2, as Bartels (113), Goetzinger (126), Tate Karver (132), and Guenther (138) did so to give Chatfield a 24-12 lead. Cal/Hou pulled to down 24-21 after 152. Campbell Berge’s late pin (0:13 in the third) at 160 gave Chatfield a 30-21 lead. Back-to-back Warriors wins (pin, 4-2 D) tied the match at 30-30. But Grady Schott (195) and A.J. Karver (220) sealed the match with pins. Chatfield forfeited 285 to win 42-36. Cal/Hou and LARP then got all competitive. The Screamin’ Eagles spotted the Warriors a 12-0 lead, only to win four straight by pin; R. Herber (120), C. Jonsgaard (126), G. Speltz (132), Caleb Mueller (132). LARP led 24-12 and would lead 27-18 after the D. Jenkins’ tough decision win (3-2) at 152. Two Warrior pins (160, 170) put LARP down 30-27. Noah Herber (182) then won a second tough decision (10-8 in SV-1) to tie the match 30-30. Weidemann scored a pin (195) to put LARP up 36-30. However, the S-Eagles forfeited the final two weights to fall 42-36. Like the Chatfield dual, it was pin-heavy, with ten such finishes. LARP is 3-3, 6-6.
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D-E), 25 (vs M-C), and 23 (vs Hay) to up his scoring average to 21.1 PPG. Nick Wernimont added a career-high 22 points versus D-E. Houston’s Emma Geiwitz scored 26 and 21 in two defeats, upping her scoring to 18.2 PPG. She averaged 4.4 PPG last year. Lanesboro’s Carson Schwichtenberg had 25 points in a win over FC. Josh Peters had 23 (pts) and 13 (rebs) in defeat. He scored 27 versus L-O a night later, upping his average to 17.7 PPG. Lanesboro’s Andrew Luck had career-high 27 points in a loss to SG.
Boys Basketball (1/7 – 1/12)
D-E 73, Kingsland 70 (K: W. Pruter 26 pts (4-12 threes), 5 stls; N. Wernimont careerhigh 22 pts (7-10 FGs, 5-6 threes). DE: Brady Williams 30 pts. Threes: K 12, D-E 6. FTs: K 10 of 12, DE 17 of 28. Loss ended Knights five-game win streak) FC 51, Lanesboro 56 (L: C. Schwichtenberg 25 pts (4-9 threes, 7-11 FTs), 7 rebs; A. Luck 16 pts; Sawyer Johnson 11 pts, 6 rebs. FC: J. Peters 23 pts (4-15 threes), 13 rebs, 4 asts; Tyler Raaen career-high 13 pts, 7 rebs) L-O 75, FC 55 (FC: J. Peters 27 pts (6-14 threes)) M-C 64, L-A 85 (MC: D. Loppnow 17 pts, 8 rebs, 5 stls, 3 blks; D. Wyffels 16 pts (5-10 FGs, 3-5 threes), 6 rebs, 11 asts, 5 stls (See AOTW); Ryan Kuhn career-high 14 pts, 4 rebs, 4 asts) Triton 50, Chatfield 62 (C: Josef Fahrenholtz 14 pts (5-6 FTs), 7 rebs; David Castleberg 14 pts (6-7 FGs), 6 rebs; Reid Johnson 12 pts, 7 rebs; Landon Bance 11 pts (5-6 FTS), 4 stls. FTs: C 16 of 22, T 4 of 7) Lanesboro 51, SG 72 (L: A. Luck career-high 27 pts (6-9 threes, 10-17 FGs); C. Schwichtenberg 14 pts (4-7 threes), 5 asts. Halftime: L 28, SG 27. Burros: 1-5, 4-9) Chatfield 62, L-A 68 (C: L. Bance 15 pts (5-12 threes); D. Castleberg 12 pts (5-6 FGs), 6 rebs; Ben Brogan 11 pts; R. Johnson 10 pts, 5 rebs, 4 asts; J. Fahrenholtz 8 pts, 8 rebs. Chatfield led 35-25 at half. Gophers: 1-5, 5-6)
St. Charles 93, FC 30 (Saints hit 18 threes. Falcons: 0-6, 0-13) Kingsland 46, Hayfield 56 (K: W. Pruter 23 pts (9-18 FGs); R. Kruegel 9 pts, 7 rebs. Knights: 5-2, 8-6)
Girls Basketball (1/7 – 1/12)
Kingsland 50, L-A 59 (K: L. Buchholtz 19 pts, 8 rebs; E. Buchholtz 12 pts, 6 rebs, 5 asts; S. Wernimont 11 pts (3-5 threes)) SG 61, R-P 47 (RP: Abbey Hoegh 17 pts; Lauren Lawston 10 pts, 8 rebs; Megan Oian 7 pts, 15 rebs. Game was tied at 32) Kingsland 65, SG 46 (K: L. Buchholtz 23 pts, 10 rebs, 10 asts (See AOTW); E. Buchholtz 16 pts, 10 rebs) Houston 46, M-C 36 (H: Alyssa Rostad 15 pts (3-5 threes); E. Geiwitz 11 pts, 6 rebs, 9 stls. MC: Payton Danielson 18 pts (4-8 threes), 8 rebs, 4 stls; Maddy Michels 8 pts, 6 rebs, 4 stls) Triton 71, Lanesboro 29 (L: Brielle Ruen 10 pts, 5 rebs) FC 60, L-O 40 (FC: K. Sikkink 12 pts, 11 rebs; Emma Breitsprecher 12 pts, 6 rebs, 4 stls; Paige Donlinger 11 pts, 6 rebs; Kassidy Broadwater 2 pts, 6 rebs, 7 asts, 6 stls; Madison Scheevel 9 pts. Eleven Falcons scored) Lanesboro 37, FC 54 (FC: K. Sikkink 12 pts, 8 rebs; M. Scheevel 11 pts; P. Donlinger 9 pts, 6 rebs; K. Broadwater 7 pts, 6 rebs, 4 asts, 6 stls. L: Lexie Johnson 8 pts, 11 rebs; Alida Berg 8 pts) Triton 67, Houston 65 (H: E. Geiwitz 26 pts (7-12 FTs), 5 rebs, 4 asts, 6 stls; A. Rostad 15 pts, 15 rebs) Lanesboro 44, SG 49 (L: L. Johnson 11 pts; Payton Benson 10 pts; Emily Snyder 10 pts. Burros: 1-6, 1-11) Kingsland 56, M-C 40 (K: E. Buchholtz 12 pts, 6 rebs, 8 asts; Merredith Farlinger career-high 14 pts (7-11 FGs); L. Buchholtz 11 pts, 6 rebs, 6 asts. MC: M. Michels 18 pts (6-11 FGs, 6-10 FTs); Lauren Wyffels 10 pts. Cougars: 3-4, 4-11) FC 66, St. Charles 73 (FC: K. Sikkink 27 pts (12-21 FGs), 20 rebs; E. Breitsprecher 14 pts, 5 rebs; P. Donlinger 12 pts, 5 rebs; K. Broadwater 8 pts, 8 rebs, 5 asts, 5 stls. FC threes:
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3 of 28. FC FTs: 11 of 26. Falcons: 5-3, 10-5) L-A 34, Chatfield 63 (C: Alanna Goetzinger 19 pts (9-16 FGs), 13 rebs; Tessa McMahon 8 pts (8-10 FTs), 9 asts) R-P 38, Southland 50 (RP: A. Hoegh 14 pts; L. Lawston 13 pts, 11 rebs. RP: 1-7, 4-10) Kingsland 30, Hayfield 50 (K: L. Buchholtz 10 pts, 7 rebs; E. Buchholtz 10 pts, 8 rebs. Knights: 4-3, 8-6) Maple River 63, Houston 52 (H: E. Geiwitz 21 pts; A. Rostad 12 pts; Sydney Torgerson 7 pts, 8 rebs. ‘Canes: 5-1, 7-7) Pine Island 52, Chatfield 48 (C: Shelby Isensee 11 pts, 6 rebs, 5 asts; A. Goetzinger 11 pts, 6 rebs; Silja Erickson 9 pts, 7 rebs. Gophers: 1-7, 2-13)
Councilor Sally Ryman, center, discusses a recent DNR plan for the Root River Trail System. Also pictured are Councilor Terri Benson, left, and City Clerk Kathy Zacher, right. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner
FCLMC 9, PEM 57 (Bradon Knutson (113 > pin) and Caden Anderson (132 > 3-2 D) had Wolves’ wins. FCLMC forfeited five weights); FCLMC 7, SC 49 (B. Knutson (113 > 5-4 D) and Cad. Anderson (132 > 12-3 MD) had Wolves’ wins again. FCLMC forfeited four weights. Wolves: 0-6 vs TRC, 0-10 overall) Stillwater Duals > (Qtrs) Chatfield 22, Hudson, WI 51 (C. Bartels (113), N. Goldsmith (160), and A.J. Karver (285) had pins, Tate Karver (132 > 16-8) an MD); (Con Semis) Chatfield 33, Little Falls 48 (Gophers led 33-24 after 170, but suffered two pins and two forfeits over final four weights. C. Bartels (113), T. Karver (132), N. Goldsmith (152), and C. Berge (170) had pins, Chase Ketterhagen (145 > 2-0) a decision win. Gophers won one forfeit, forfeited two); (7th Place) Chatfield 42, Faribault 31 (Gophers led throughout, but dual was up in the air (36-31) heading to 285. A.J. Karver’s pin clinched the win. Sulley Ferguson (106), C. Guenther (138), and C. Ketterhagen (145) also had pins, Alex Arch (120 > 9-5) and S. Goetzinger (126 > 4-2) won by decision. Gophers lost two forfeits, won two. Chatfield: 3-0, 5-4) PEM Tourney (LARP took third (140) behind PEM (193.5) and Cal-Hou (182.5) of 15 teams. FCLMC took 14th. G. Speltz (132 > W 9-3 D, W 5-2 D, W 5-2 D) took first. R. Herber (120 > W 12-0 MD, W 4-0 D, L 14-5 MD to Winona’s Ryan Henningson), D. Jenkins (145 > W pin, W pin, L 9-4 to Cal/ Hou’s Kyle Cavanaugh), and N. Herber (182 > W pin, W 11-9 in SV-1, L 6-2 D) took second. T. Kreidermacher (106 > W 13-5 MD, L pin, W pin) & C. Jonsgaard (126 > W pin, L pin, W 12-7 D) took third. Jacob Meyer (160 > 1-2) took fourth. Cad. Anderson (132 > 1-2) and Michael Barrett (220 > 1-2) took fourth for Wolves)
By Kirsten Zoellner The bulk of the Monday, January 14 council meeting was items within notices or reports and updates, but there was a number of agenda items, as well, including a number of annual designations, committees, and renewals. The item garnering the most attention was consideration of action on a engineering studies discussed at previous meetings. First up was an update on a Minnesota Department of Transportation speed zone engineering study. The city is considering applying for a speed reduction in the area of Highway 43 and Pine Meadows Lane. Prior to any state changes, however, municipalities must undergo a speed study. The estimate is not to exceed $7,000. The amount has been reduced considerably from previous estimates as past information was applied. The intention of the reduced speed is to address the needs of higher pedestrian and bike traffic due to the new school facility. The council has not received any information regarding a minimum traffic threshold that would need to be met in order to change the speed and concerns have been raised about spending the money and not having enough results from the study to warrant a change. Clerk Kathy Zacher indicated the state reviews items such as the number of crossings, who is crossing, number of crashes, and the number of intersecting streets. The city will take the new estimate to the RushfordPeterson School District to see if there are cost sharing opportunities. An Outdoor Recreation Grant for the canoe launch project east of the Root River bridge crossing has potential to reduce the costs of the launch installation. The not-to-exceed $3,150 grant would be a 50/50 match between the city and state. A grant is already in place to construct a road over
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the levee to the new launch. According to Zacher, the grant may also help layout parking and other available amenities. The council approved seeking of the grant. In other news, the City of Rushford received a letter from the City of Rushford Village, dated December 18, indicating a desire to work cooperatively in the development of several sites for residential, commercial, and industrial uses. Last year, Rushford was approached by a landowner in Rushford Village, whose land sits on the border of the two, regarding possible development. Rushford council approved a preliminary study of utility extension to the area. Councilor Sally Ryman suggested the city meet to talk with representatives from both cities regarding the West Area General Development Plan. “I don’t think it would hurt to talk,” she stressed. “Right now, there’s nothing to talk about. It’s all public information,” responded Mayor Chris Hallum. “It’s different than inviting them to come and share information. We can ask if they’re willing to share the cost,” added Ryman. City Administrator Tony Chladek indicated some uneasiness about that option. “It doesn’t feel comfortable to me to have a public conversation about a property where the landowner hasn’t made any decision,” he said. Ryman countered that there are studies that the Village hasn’t been apprised of in any detail, but Chladek indicated they are publicly accessible documents. “We don’t want to have a great big discussion about things, yet, because we haven’t had to decide anything yet,” added Hallum. Councilor Andrew Linder noted that it may be perceived that the City of Rushford is
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rooting around in the backyard of Rushford Village. “Maybe they see we have a plan, but there’s no plan yet. If they’re gonna benefit from it and we’re gonna benefit from it, maybe we should see how much skin they want to put in the game, prior to Highway 30 reconstruction.” City Clerk Kathy Zacher confirmed that, as was stated in previous meetings, the city has no intention to be the developer of the property. The council opted to invite representatives from Rushford Village to meet with representatives from the city to discuss cooperative planning. The Electric Commission met and reviewed upcoming project goals and plans. It was noted the substation by the mill needs upgrades. More information will be coming in March. Applications for the new library director are being reviewed by the Library Board. Interviews will be conducted in February. The city has received notice from the Department of Natural Resources regarding restroom facilities. The DNR recently opted to no longer fund a portion of the Rushford Depot utilities, which includes the restroom portion of the depot. The department has indicated it plans to set portable restrooms at various points along the trail and it’s possible that plan may get pushback from cities and other entities. Sally Ryman, who is a part of Root River Trail Towns, a ninecity group along the Root River
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Trail System, said the group may have some collective pushback. “They’re saying, ‘This doesn’t make any sense. Why are you spending your money on this? We already have facilities that we can put information in,’” noted Ryman. “In most of the cities on the trail, it was noted that cities owned facilities, not historical society, but we’ll wait and see if they decide to fight it.” The city has received a levee flood mitigation grant in the amount of $162,000 to update the Elm Street pumping station. Replacement of the original 1969 pumps is one of the last big punchlist items the city needs to complete with the levee system. “They found money for us,” said Clerk Zacher. “We couldn’t have done it without that.” The last update addressed was the R-P Facilities Committee meeting. “We had a discussion with the city and school,” began Chladek. “We laid out for them that our position has always been, if they decide they want to go with the city, we have some ideas. There’s a new board. We have to discuss and to take the opportunity to lay out for them what the city has available. The city has done a lot of legwork, looked at complexities of this facility, and we’ve done our homework. We’re one of the few folks that could to something that could do something with it. The long and short of it is we hope the school comes back and listens to us.” The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, January 28, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Fillmore County Police Reports Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Germine Wahid Alfonse, 25, Cedar Falls, Iowa; 11/17/2018, Failure to Yield at Intersection, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Michael Edward Billy, 21, Lake City, Minn.; 10/19/2019, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Sheila Marie Drake, 47, Harmony, Minn.; 10/13/2018, Dog at Large, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Hank James Jones Jr., 27, Call, Tex.; 10/19/2018, Speeding (75/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Erin Marie McKay, 21, Harmony, Minn.; 12/2/2018, Underage Consumption of Alcohol, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Joseph Keith Salsman, 35, St. Paul, Minn.; 5/28/2018, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Michael Sheridan Smutney II, 55, Maple Grove, Minn.; 10/15/2018, Speeding (50/40),
Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Robert Douglas Yennie, 27, Chatfield, Minn.; 10/4/2018, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. MN Department of Natural Resources - Enforcement Division Allan Gene Marzolf, 52, Preston, Minn.; 11/30/2018, Failure to Obtain Burning Permit, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. MN State Patrol – Rochester Ashley Ann Ferch, 26, Waterloo, Iowa; 10/12/2018, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Kestrel Blue Hendrickson, 22, Minneapolis, Minn.; 11/10/2018, Speeding (80/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. 11/10/2018, Move Over Law Violation (Two Lanes in Same Direction), Fine $50. Mark Harold Hermanson, 54, Preston, Minn.; 12/19/2018, Over Legal Tandem Axle Weight, Fine $300, Total Fees $390. Emily Anne Schleich, 28,
Caledonia, Minn.; 10/13/2018, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Robert Lacy Seal, 54, Spring Valley, Minn.; 10/2/2018, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Tyler Steven Trende, 27, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/5/2018, Duty to Drive With Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Yuqing Wang, 24, Harrisburg, Pa.; 10/28/2018, Speeding (73/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Preston Police Department Heather Lynn Finseth, 42, Preston, Minn.; 11/27/2018, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jeremy Roger Larson, 35, Spring Valley, Minn.; 10/23/2018, Speeding (55/40), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Rushford Police Department Jenna Rebecca Guenther, 46, Peterson, Minn.; 10/5/2018, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $150.
Peterson preps ordinance for utility shut offs By Kirsten Zoellner At the Wednesday, January 9 Peterson Council meeting, a number of annual designations and items were discussed. Designations for 2019 will remain the same as last year. Loren Rue was appointed as acting mayor, Councilors Dave Colbenson and Lisa Price will serve as the Finance Committee, and Councilor Gail Boyum will serve as treasurer. Regular meeting times will remain the second Wednesday of each month, at 6 p.m., at city hall. Review of the fee schedule was broken down by utility and zoning worksheets. Last year, there was a garbage rate increase and a fee schedule for nuisance vehicles was passed in December. With that, the council opted to make no changes to other rates. Salaries and benefits for city employees also remains the same. This includes Public Works Director Rick Lee, worker Pete Erickson, and City Clerk Chris Grindland. Salaries for the mayor and council, $200 per meeting and $900 per year respectively, remain unchanged. The majority of meeting discussion centered on how to handle past due utility bills. The city has made proactive strides in the past two years to reduce the occurrence, including adding a percentile late fee, making property owners of rentals ultimately responsible, and certifying all past due accounts to the county for addition to property tax rolls. However, problems with past due accounts still persist. The city is now working on clearing up the ordinance further by way of shut off policy for both water and electric utility. City shut off of utilities is based on 30 days past due. The council will ultimately makes the call on shutoffs on a case by case basis. “I’d like to maybe change a couple things, like if paid within 60 or 90 days” noted Grindland. “You can tell if someone is not
going to pay their bill or if they’re trying to work with city and come up with a payment plan; trying to pay every month.” Mayor Tim Hallum acknowledged that by each month’s meeting, a report of all past due accounts, as well as which are trying to work with the city, should be available. “We should have the right to shut off after the 15th,” he added. Hallum was in favor of the council still making the decision. If accounts are past due, a letter is sent from the city noting the account balance, indicating the city be contacted to arrange payment. “Right now, we have no way to enforce until September/October when it gets put on property taxes.” With the winter shut-off rules in place until April 15, the council intends to look at all accounts in March. A notice of the shut off policy may be added to March billing. “Spell it out to them. It’s right in our fee schedule,” said Hallum. The cost to the account holder to shut off the utilities is $125 with another $125 to reconnect. “Hopefully, we won’t have to,” he added. Billing is mailed out around the 25th of each month. The council has opted to propose that if a property falls under ordi-
nance guidelines, it would warrant shut off. The account holder will have the right to come to the next council meeting and appeal the decision. The timing allows enough time to contact the city to set up a payment schedule. If no attempt to contact the city has been made and no payment has been made by the 15th, the utility will be shut off. “This is a tough one,” acknowledged Grindland. “They’ll know we’re serious about this and start to get caught up,” added Boyum. The final proposed ordinance change will be reviewed and ready for council consideration at the February meeting. The city is also looking into new banners for the city light poles. The current maroon and gold banners are faded and three have torn. They’ve served the city for six years, but will need replacement. Options to design new banners or reprint the old were discussed with it noted that reprinting keeps costs lower. Boyum will gather price quotes and have the information available at the next meeting. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Wednesday, February 13, at 6 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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or Deceit, and Possession of a Controlled Substance. The first count carries a maximum criminal penalty of 25 years in prison, a $500,000 fine, or both; the second count 20 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, or both; the third 15 years in prison, a $100,000 fine or both; the fourth and fifth each five years in prison, $10,000 fines, or both. On or about January 8, the Preston Police Chief was allegedly dispatched to Weber and Judd Pharmacy due to a suspicious (fraudulent)
prescription (promethazine + codine). When the subject allegedly arrived to get the prescription, he was placed under arrest. Leonard allegedly fled on foot, but was caught and taken into custody. A search warrant was obtained for the subject’s vehicle. Among the items allegedly found were: prescription receipts with differing names for penicillin and promethazine/codine, a 473 ml bottle of promethazine/codine, a 500 mg bottle of penicillin, plus a gun (with Conceal and Carry license) and gun paraphernalia (extra magazine, extra ammunition, two gun cases).
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$258,000
404 Mather st. leroy, Mn
Excellent investment opportunity! 8 unit apartment building w/2 efficiency apts and 6 - 2 bedroom units. This property is in “turn key” condition with many updates. 6 units have two exit doors, Unit #6 has 3 levels, extra storage units or closets available to renters and separate laundry room with 2 coin operated washers, coin operated dryer, clothes line and folding tables. Off street parking available. Beautiful patio area with tables, chairs and charcoal grill for tenants’ use. All units currently rented except landlord efficiency apartment which landlords keep for themselves.
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1 BED, 2 BATHS • 3,472 SQ. FT.
$66,000
1020 Bucknell ct. spring valley, Mn
Spectacular new construction home with fresh open concept design. Amish built custom birch cabinets throughout, stainless steel appliances and washer & dryer included, under cabinet lighting, tile backsplash & wood look laminate flooring. Spacious living room w/gas fireplace, many windows for natural sunlight and dining room w/patio doors to patio area on back side of house. The master bedroom has his & her closets, master bath featuring zero entry tile walk in shower and wired for TV. 3 panel doors throughout, 9’ knock down ceilings & 3 stall garage.
Gorgeous Lot for sale with the enjoyment of common woods, trails and access to the Root River for outdoor enjoyment. It’s time to build on this 2.61 acre lot!
905 s Washington ave.
Owning this home would be cheaper than paying rent. Nice little 2 bedroom home situated in mature neighborhood. 2 stall garage with workbench. Shingles on house in 2011, new roof & c/a 2013, vinyl siding, deck and cute little front porch. The eat in kitchen has patio doors leading to the outside deck. The basement is ready for finishing touches - nice size for a family room. Lower level laundry room with washer & dryer included. Updated electrical panel as well. Take the time to look at this one!
$409,900 $599,999 10735 COUNTY ROAD 136 SE, CHATFIELD #5033583 12716 COUNTY RD 138 SE, CHATFIELD #5033736
• 3 Plus bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • Built 1990 • 2,143 sq. ft. on one floor • No steps • Handicap Accessible • 26’ x 27’ Workshop • 54’ x 54’ Barn/Shed with box/tie stalls • 36 tillable acres • Excellent hunting with +/- 20 wooded acres • Awesome horse setup • +/- 1620 ft North Branch Root River 1925 CHARMER
$189,900
#5029249
• Totally renovated building • Commercial kitchen • Pizza ovens • 3 Baths • 2 Dining areas • Finished LL • Operating as Bank Gift Haus & Margaret’s Tea Room • Professional rental office with separate access
307 W. courtland spring valley, Mn
Totally renovated & remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home. All the walls have new sheet rock and will be mudded, taped and painted in neutral color. New plumbing & electrical with new furnace and water heater. Mud room is also home to main floor laundry – all new. ¾ bath on main floor with shower – all new. New laminate flooring throughout main floor. Stairs and upper level will have all new carpet. Upstairs full bath is all new. Both baths will have linoleum installed, new toilets, sinks etc. Formal dining room has arched doorway to living room area. Kitchen will have new countertops and cabinets re-installed. New appliances will be installed or $4,000 appliance allowance, whichever new buyer would like. New shingles on front of the house and new wood front steps. This house will be totally new. Come look early and pick out your own paint and flooring colors!
CUSTOM HOME WITH QUALITY FINISHES!
$138,000
416 center ave spring valley, Mn
Beautifully updated 4 bedroom 2 bath home with insulated and heated 3 car garage, with door heights of 8' & 10'. The home has a new kitchen including appliances, counter tops and cabinets. Laminate floors, neutral carpet, main floor laundry and mud room, enclosed front porch, permanent siding & shingles approx. 7 yrs old. Great location on corner lot in established neighborhood. This property is in excellent move-in condition!
INCREDIBLE HILLTOP SETTING WITH GORGEOUS VIEWS
80 ACRES $899,900 REDUCED 200K $999,998 12738 MILL CREEK RD SE, CHATFIELD #5034287 12089 SPRING ROAD SE, CHATFIELD #5034315
• 6 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 3 Car garage • 4,680 sq. ft. • In-floor heat on both levels • Custom woodwork • 3’ doors • Hardwood & ceramic tile floors • Walkout • Additional living quarters in lower level • Open layout • View • Sunroom • 40 tillable acres • Pole Shed
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Custom Walkout Ranch • 2004 • Both floors have in-floor heat • Handicap accessible • Ceramic tile throughout • Granite tops • Fireplace • Barn/Machine shed (40’x96’) 3 Box stalls • 5 double tie stalls • 60 acres tillable • 55 acres pasture • 8 acres woods, Balance yard
BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED 1878 QUEEN ANNE
$139,900
$124,900 100 GOLD ST N, WYKOFF
Gorgeous Lot for sale with the enjoyment of common woods, trails and access to the Root River for outdoor enjoyment. It’s time to build on this 2.50 acre lot!
MLS#4087466
Multi-purpose building w/beautiful panoramic views of Camp Creek Valley for each office. 5 large office spaces available to rent. Each office space for rent is $400/Mo. All utilities are paid by owner. Lease agreements are 1yr-5yr lease agreements. Kitchen area incl. stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator. New updated women & men restrooms. 35-car parking lot.
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6.62 ACRES
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY!
MLS#4086390
2.50 ACRES
21257 US Hwy 52 Preston, MN
wonderful and happiest 2019!
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• 4 Bedrooms • 2 baths • 3 Car garage • Steel siding • Remodeled Kitchen • Custom cabinets, Backsplash • Granite tops • Hardwood floors • Wrap around porch • 2013 Pole shed (48’x80’) • Barn w/metal exterior • 2.5 acres pasture with shed/corral • New roof & septic
500 Riverview Dr. Whalan, MN $84,900
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spring valley, Mn
82 ACRES ON THE ROOT RIVER
State of Minnesota
MLS#4086386
2.61 ACRES
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406 Saint James Dr. Lanesboro, MN $84,900
701 Parkway Ave Lanesboro, MN $185,000
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Wonderful family 3 bedroom home with den includes main level hardwood floors in living/dining room & bedroom, new appliances and is located in beautiful Lanesboro by the School. This home is very well kept and beautifully decorated making it feel warm and inviting. Permanent siding, newer windows, central air, and enjoy the semi-private back yard with firepit. Large 3 Car (26x30) detached garage that is fully finished.
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100 Hidden Valley Lanesboro, MN $549,000
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309 FREEMAN ST NW, PRESTON
$209,900
#5034099
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Garage • 0.52 acres • Main floor living • Hardwood floors • Vinyl siding • Replacement windows • Porch • Addition in 1996 • Second floor gutted to the studs • Move-in condition
LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE PRESTON- FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP – 5 acre wooded building sites located just off the blacktop on County Road 117. Good access and excellent hunting. #5032718 $59,900 FOUNTAIN – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 8.5 acre building site with a couple acres of tillable located off the county road high on the hill overlooking the valley. #5032126 $85,000 LANESBORO – 20 acre building site (5 tillable, balance woods) adjacent to state land. Blacktop road, great views, good access, new driveway, trails and tons of wildlife. #5032444 $149,900
232 MAIN ST SW, PRESTON
#5034246
• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2 Car garage (990 sq. ft.) • Original woodwork • Hardwood floors • 9’ Ceilings • Stained glass windows • Double staircase • Updated wiring • Remodeled kitchen & all baths • Master Suite • 4344 sq. ft. • New windows • Conveniently located close to downtown & bike trail
FARM LAND CHATFIELD – JORDAN TOWNSHIP! 154 Acres of bare land, (100 acres tillable, 40 acres pasture with spring, 14 acres woods/non-tillable). Possible building site. $885,000 $840,000 $750,000 WYKOFF – Farm in Jordan Township – 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $399,900
LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 12 acres of woods with approximately 400’ of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #5032070 $49,900 LANESBORO – New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $79,900 ST. CHARLES - Walkout lot (0.21 acres) with city utilities in established neighborhood. No Covenants. #5032909 $24,900
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ELCOR Realty Co. sold
SOLD 244 WINONA ST NE, CHATFIELD • 3 Main floorS bedrooms OL•DGarage • 2,176 sq. ft. 311 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD • 4 Bedrooms • 0.33 Acre • Private S• 2OBathsLD 26198 COUNTY 38, SPRING VALLEY • 4 BedroomS • 2O BathL • 2D Car garage • 2,664 PRESTON- FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP – 5 acre wooded OLDsites Sbuilding
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The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
Monday, January 21, 2019
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: OTHER CIVIL (REFORMATION OF INSTRUMENT/ QUIET TITLE) Court File No. 23-CV-18-828 Prairie Queen Cemetery Association, and Northern Plains District Church of the Brethren, Plaintiffs, V. James J. Junge, John R. Stewart, Patricia Ann Heusinkveld, Dale Seth Heusinkveld, John Schuck, John Shook, Susannah Schuck, Susannah Shook, Root River German Baptist Church of the County of Fillmore and State of Minnesota, Root River Church of the Brethren, Root River Congregation of the Church of the Brethren, and Dorothy Burkholder, also, all other persons or entities unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien, in the real estate described in the complaint herein, including the heirs at law, and legatees and devisees of any of the foregoing defendants who are deceased or dissolved, Defendants. AMENDED SUMMONS SUMMONS THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS. I. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The original Plaintiffs Complaint is on file at the office of the Court Administrator of the above named Court. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this Summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Summons located at the following address: Law Office of Shawn Vogt Sween LLC Shawn Vogt Sween, Attorney at Law 104 Main Street Grand Meadow, MN 55936 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota, described on the attached Exhibits A and B. The object of this action is to determine that the defendants have no right, title, estate, interest, or lien in or on the attached described real estate. 8. 557.03 NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM. Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 557.03 you are hereby served with notice that no personal claim is made against you and that any defendant upon whom this notice is served who unreasonably defends this action shall pay full costs to the plaintiff. Dated: December 21, 2018 LAW OFFICE OF SHAWN VOGT SWEEN,LLC Shawn Vogt Sween MN# 0387368 104 Main St S Grand Meadow MN 55936 Telephone: 507-754-4555 Facsimile: 507-754-4554 e-mail: shawn@svslawoffice.com EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION That part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW 1/4 SE 1/4) of Section 5, Township 101 North, Range 11 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the
Southwest Corner of said SE 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 10 minutes 04 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the West line of said SE 1/4, 1320.83 feet to the Southwest Corner of said NW 1/4 SE 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 18 seconds East along the South line of said NW 1/4 SE 1/4, 536.92 feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence North 01 degree 19 minutes 31 seconds East, 189.89 feet; thence South 88 degrees 46 minutes 31 seconds East, 208.70 feet; thence South 01 degree 28 minutes 25 seconds West, 185.78 feet to said South line of said NW 1/4 SE 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 18 seconds West along said South line, 208.26 feet to the point of beginning and containing 0.90 acres, more or less. Subject to easement for County Road No. 20 across the Southerly line thereof. Subject to any other easements of record. EXHIBIT B LEGAL DESCRIPTION That part of the Northwest Ouarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW 1/4 SE 1/4) of Section 5, Township 101 North, Range 11 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest Corner of said SE 1/4 thence North 00 degrees 10 minutes 04 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the West line of said SE 1/4, 1320.83 feet to the Southwest Corner of said NW 1/4 SE 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 18 seconds East along the South line of said NW 1/4 SE 1/4, 330.00 feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence continuing South 89 degrees 54 minutes 18 seconds East along said South line, 206.92 feet; thence North 01 degree 19 minutes 31 seconds East, 189.89 feet; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 31 seconds West, 210.79 feet; hence South 00 degrees 10 minutes 04 seconds West, 194.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 0.92 acres, more or less. Subject to easement for County Road No. 20 across the Southerly line thereof. Subject to any other easements of record. Publish 14,21,28
NOTICE FILLMORE TOWNSHIP The Fillmore Township Board will meet January 22 at 7 p.m. at the town hall, in place of the January 21 meeting. Bonnie Heidthke, Clerk Publish 21
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-19-24 In Re: Estate of LAWRENCE A. PRIEBE, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated December 18, 2012, and Codicil dated September 27, 2017. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Diane L. Vogen of 1000 SE Grand St, Chatfield, MN 55923 and David L. Priebe of 10020 County Rd. 10 SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 to serve as the co-personal representatives of the decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representatives. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representatives must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: January 11, 2019 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar LUHMANN LAW, LLC Dwight D. Luhmann (#0300238) PO Box 87 Preston MN 55965 Telephone: 507-216-6622 e-mail: dwight@luhmannlaw.com Publish 21,28
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-19-12 In Re: Estate of Annabelle R. Haugen, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated February 3, 2004, and Codicil dated April 18, 2004. The Registrar accepted the application and informally appointed Ruth A. Pederson, whose address is 436 Boyson Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, to serve as the personal representative of the Decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the Decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: January 9, 2019 /s/James D. Attwood Court Administrator Steven Corson Atty. #18995 CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW PO Box 65 Preston, MN 55965 PHONE: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 info@corsonlaw.com Publish 14,21
Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: STEUART CUSTOM MANUFACTURING 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 142 S. MAIN ST MABEL, MN 55954 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. STEUART CUSTOM PRODUCTS INC. 142 MAIN ST MABEL, MN 55954 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Dated: January 21, 2019 /s/ Alexander C. Roverud Publish 21,28 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-19-13 In Re: Deloris M. Sanden, Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DETERMINATION OF DESCENT Brenda R. Wilder (“Petitioner”) has filed a Petition for Determination of Descent. It is Ordered that on February 1, 2019, at 9:15 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 101 Fillmore St W, Preston, Minnesota, on the petition. The petition represents that the Decedent died more than three (3) years ago leaving property in Minnesota. The petition requests the Court probate Deloris M. Sanden’s last will dated October 19, 1982, determine the descent of such property and assign the property to persons entitled. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the petition will be granted. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order to each interested person by United States mail at least 14 days before the time set for the hearing. Publishing this Notice and Order in accordance with Minn. Stat. § 524.1401(3). Delivering this Notice and Order by electronic means other than facsimile as permitted under Minn. Stat. § 524.1401(e). Dated: January 8, 2019 BY THE COURT Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court Nethercut Schieber PA Greg Schieber (395855) 32 Main Ave N, Harmony, MN 55939 Telephone: (507) 886-6131 Facsimile: (866) 576-3826 e-mail: greg@ranlaw.net ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER Publish 14, 21
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WE ARE GROWING! The Jeff Ellingson Agency is seeking career minded individuals that understand the unlimited earning potential and an opportunity to own their own business in the insurance field. This sales and service position includes salary plus new and renewal commissions. This is a unique career opportunity for professionals in the Preston area. If interested please email your resume and cover letter to Jeff Ellingson at jellings@ amfam.com. h20tfn-o GREAT CAREER OPPORTUNITY! Earn a good living while learning a new business - serving people in the Preston, MN area. Compensation is salary plus commission. Send resume to jellings@ amfam.com at Jeffrey Ellingson Agency, Inc. h15TFN-o The Fillmore County Journal is looking for a
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Please send a letter of interest and writing sample to Editor, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or email: ellen@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call for more information, 507-765-2151
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Semcac’s Weatherization Program is currently accepting applications for a based in Rushford.
A person with basic carpentry skills, construction knowledge, and blown insulation experience is needed. A valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift 30 to 70 lbs repetitively are required. Full-time position with excellent benefits. Applications and more information available at www.semcac.org or by contacting Barb Thompson, 507-864-8202 or barb.thompson@semcac.org. Applications must be postmarked by January 22, 2019. EOE
Fillmore County Soil and Water Conservation District District Administrator Duties include supervising SWCD operations; preparing annual plans, reports, and budget; managing financial records; reports to the SWCD board. For application details, call 507-765-3878 or go to www.fillmoreswcd.org. Deadline: February 1, 2019.
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Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for enthusiastic, dependable and caring CNA’s to join our team. Chosen Valley Care Center enjoys a solid reputation of cares and services, in a supportive working environment, by a dedicated facility team. We are looking for nursing assistants who are compassionate and who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents. We are willing to train the right applicant. This position opening includes: • Premium Wages • Medical/Dental Insurance - if eligible • 401K Matching Retirement Plan - if eligible • PTO - if eligible • Flexible Scheduling on all shifts Applications/resumes will be accepted until the positions are filled and can be mailed to: Director of Nursing, Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or emailed to: nm@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com.
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AUCTION CALENDAR Sat., Jan. 19 at 12pm - Special Bred Cow & Heifer Auction. For more information, contact Decorah Sales Commission 563-382-4203. Sat., Jan. 26 at 9am - Antiques, collectibles, tool, coin, and houshold items. For more information, visit springvalleysales.com or call Spring Valley Sales, 507-346-2183. Listing in
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APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for 1 full-time and 1 parttime Registered Nurse/PHN in the Fillmore County Community Services Department, Public Health Division. The full-time position is a regular, exempt position, eligible for benefits. The part-time position is a regular, exempt position, ineligible for benefits. Qualifications: Preference is given to a candidate with a BSN from an accredited school of nursing, but a MN licensed RN with experience may be considered. Flexible scheduling and a wide variety of responsibilities. Market adjustments to the starting wage possible dependent upon qualifications. Application and job description with complete listing of qualifications may be obtained from: Fillmore County Coordinator Office by phone at (507) 765-4566. Applications also available online @ www.co.fillmore. mn.us. Applicants must complete current County application to be considered; resumes may be included but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Application deadline: Friday, February 1, 2019, at 4:30 p.m. EOE h14,21,28-o FILLMORE COUNTY is accepting applications for part-time intermittent BAILIFF/TRANSPORT positions in the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office. The Bailiff/Transport is responsible for maintaining order, integrity, safety and security during court proceedings as well as transporting inmates from court to and/or from various jail facilities. This position may encounter unexpected and prolonged workdays. Application materials may be obtained online at www. co.fillmore.mn.us, in person at the Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN, or by phone (507)765-4566. Applicants must complete all application materials to be considered; resumes may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. County employees are eligible to apply along with the public. Application deadline: Friday, February 1, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. EOE h14,21,28-o LINSMEIER TRUCKING A MN based company is now hiring Owner Operators to pull hopper bottom in the upper Midwest. Home weekends. Call 320/382-6644 (MCAN) ERIC LINSMEIER TRUCKING LLC based in Redwood Falls, MN is hiring company drivers and owner/operators to pull hopper bottom in the upper Midwest. Call 507/829-9043 (MCAN)
Chosen Valley Care Center, InC.
Are you a Class A CDL Driver and tired of getting jacked around by employers? Call me to see why our turnover rate is so low. Scott 507-437-9905 Apply: WWW. MCFGTL.COM (MCN)
HOUSE IN FOUNTAIN, 4 bed home with 3 baths and 3 car heated garage - References Required. Available immediately Call 507-259-6961. r10TFN-o
APARTMENT IN RUSHFORD. Large 2 bed w/ full basement. Washer, dryer on main floor, credit check required. No smoking, no pets. Contact Scott 507-864-7766 r7TFN-o 207 ST. ANTHONY AVE. S PRESTON. 2 BEDROOM. Central air, stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer hookups, off street parking. Handicap accessible. No smoking or pets. 1 year lease & damage deposit. 507-467-2941. r21TFN-o
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Sun., Feb. 10 at 1pm - Simmental and Sim Angus Genetics Sale. For more information, visit oakmfarm.com or call Oak Meadow Farms, (701) 866-3544. Listing in the Journal
OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, include standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn-x
2 BEDROOM APARTMENT FOR RENT with garage in Fountain. Call 507-259-6961. r31TFN-o
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SERVICES
SERVICES
NORBY TREE SERVICE: Stump grinding, tree trimming, and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. s8/2TFN- o BESSE MINI STORAGE Units available. Preston, MN. 507-765-2471. s30TFN-o GULLICKSON REPAIR - Car and truck repair and DOT inspections! Over 30 years experience in mechanical work! Call Richard Gullickson at 507-7653664. s10TFN-o
schroeder drywall RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL
T Texturing Rusty Schroeder “FREE ESTIMATES” 507-765-3648
Randy Haakenson 11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954 Craig Henry Shop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573
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Hurricane news
January 2019
For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.houston.k12.mn.us
Children, parents, and staff have been having fun and enjoying the Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Monday night programs this year.
MATH WIZARDS
Houston Elemantary Spelling Bee The Houston Elementary Spelling Bee took place on Wednesday, January 16 and went for 19 rounds, starting with 14 students. Julia Carr took first place, Casey Herek took second place, and Lilly Coil took third place. Julia will compete at the Regional Bee in Rochester.
Congratulations to the 5th and 6th grade Math Wizards on their outstanding performance at the meet in Kingsland!
Julia, Casey, and Lilly
DANCE TEAM The 5th grade team of Avery, Meta, Rysen, Talan, and Kate won SECOND place in the team event. Avery, Meta, and Talan also won individual awards.
Houston Dance Team took first place at Century High School for Varsity Jazz. The Varsity Kick team took second place. Front Row: Nadiya Carney, Morgan Simpson. Row 2: Madelyn Srock, Tessa Peterson, Maci Woodard, Elizabeth Larson. Back Row: Ashley Laschenski, Brooklynn Morgan, Emma Forsyth, Jayden Serres.
The 6th grade team of Julia, Ainsley, Casey, Teddi, and John won FIRST place in the team event. Julia, Ainsley, Casey, and John also won individual awards.
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MARYELLEN DEAN
2018 TEACHER OF THE YEAR
WHO WILL BE RECOGNIZED AS THE
2019 TEACHER OF THE YEAR? Teachers have a very challenging and important job, shaping the minds of our future generations. Teacher Appreciation Day is May 7, 2019, and our team at the Fillmore County Journal will be working with all of the school districts in Fillmore County to recognize all teachers for their service. The Fillmore County Journal will be recognizing one special educator in Fillmore County who has gone above and beyond the call of duty, engaged students with innovative teaching methods, and helped students achieve a high level of academic success. To nominate a teacher, please fill out the for m below. All nominations are due at the Fillmore County Jour nal office, 136 St. Anthony Street S, P.O. Box 496, Preston, Minn. 55965 by noon on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Please be sure to include as many details as possible with your nomination, and feel free to include additional documents if you need more space to express support for your nominee. Call 507-765-2151 with questions regarding nominations. The Teacher of the Year will be recognized in the May 6, 2019 issue of the Fillmore County Journal, following an award presentation sponsored by Drury's Furniture Store, Har mony Foods, Preston Foods, Rushford Foods, and Ody’s Country Meats & Catering.
T E A C H E R O F T H E Y E A R N O M I N AT I O N F O R M Teacher's Nam e:
Grade/Subject:
School:
Address:
I believe this teacher deserves the Fillmore County Journal Teacher of the Year award for the following reasons:
This teacher made a difference in (my child's/a student's/my own) life in the following way(s):
Yo ur Name:
Address:
Yo ur Phone:
Your E-mail:
Relationship to Nominee:
parent of student
for mer student
student
principal
colleague
All nominations are due at the Fillmore County Journal of fice 136 St. Anthony Street S, P.O. Box 496, Preston, Minn. 55965 by noon Tuesday, April 16, 2019. **NOMINEE S M UST BE C UR R EN T LY TE AC HI N G I N F I L L M OR E CO U N TY* *
2019 T EA C HER OF T HE YEAR IS SUPPOR TED BY THE FOL L OWIN G L OCA L BU S I N E S S E S :