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Kingsland looks to play nine-man football in 2018 By R ich Wicks rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com

John Palmer, left, shakes hands with Maple Springs Campground’s new owner, Andy Goemaat. Photo submitted By R ich Wicks rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com

mosquitos in the campground area. Horseback riding is also a big attraction, due to the many trails within the park. The campground currently has 69 camping spots, with roughly 20 for “seasonals” (campers who set up in a spot for the entire season, which runs approximately mid-April through October, depending on weather conditions). Most of the spots have water and electrical hookups, and some have sewer hookups as well. There are also about 20 sites for tent camping, and about 15 with special accommodations for horse camping. Andy grew up on a farm in southern Iowa, and previously owned and operated a lawn care service. He currently works as the maintenance director at a church, and said he’s got experience in everything involved in running a campground. He likes the idea of running Maple See MAPLE SPRINGS Page 12 

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Rushford Village considers Right of Way Ordinance By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The first meeting of the year for the Rushford Village council, Tuesday, January 16, was largely comprised of annual housekeeping. Designations for official services, committees, contracts, and zoning rates were all maintained the same as in 2017. A financial report, including outstanding indebtedness was also presented by City Treasurer Judy Graham. The only items pulled for extended discussion were the Planning and Zoning Commission and Rates of Pay. The Zoning Board is currently headed by Zoning

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Administrator Jon Pettit, Bruce Hovland, Glen Kopperud, and Hamilton Peterson. One seat on the board, a one-year term previously held by Todd Baker, is vacant. Citizens interested in serving on the commission should contact the Village Hall. Hovland’s term also ends in December 2018 and the Mayor Gordon Johnson indicated Hovland would not be seeking reappointment, as he is planning a move into the City of Rushford and will be ineligible to serve. A review of the Rates of Pay, including current wages for city employees Travis Scheck, (Public See RIGHT OF WAY Page 2 

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Things are a little bit wild at Maple Springs Campground, and that’s just fine with new owner Andy Goemaat. But as he explains, there’s a big difference between wildlife and wild life. Andy stated, “I had been looking for a while to buy a campground, and everything kind of fell through until I ran across this one. I wanted one that was kind of quieter and family-oriented, not something that’s known for partying and drinking. And that’s the way the Palmers (former owners John and Doris Palmer) had run this one. It’s very quiet and family-friendly, kidfriendly. So I want to take it the way they’ve had it, and slowly improve things. They’ve built a great foundation for me to continue.” Andy explained that Maple Springs Campground has

existed for many years, at least since 1989, and John and Doris Palmer had owned and operated it since 2002, but because of ongoing health issues they needed to retire. The campground’s official address is 21606 County Road 118, Preston, but it’s actually located roughly halfway between Preston and Spring Valley, right next to Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park. Andy took possession in November 2017, and said, “I put a playground in last fall. I’ll do a few more things as I have the time and money. His future plans include putting in showers, and he adds, “I would like to get a hayride wagon and do hayrides on Saturdays through the state park and back.” He also envisions holding church services in the campground this summer. He adds that the trout fishing is outstanding, and the cold streams mean there are very few

A possible change to nineman football was discussed during the Kingsland School Board meeting on January 17, with all members present (Doug Plaehn, Ann Oeltjen, Leah Stier, Jackie Horsman, Tiffany Mundfrom, Heather Betts, and Interim Superintendent James Hecimovich). Mundfrom asked what would happen if the team made the playoffs, and it was explained that the team would then need to switch to an 11-player format. Staff shared data that showed Kingsland is currently the smallest school in 1A, but would be among the larger schools playing nine-man football. It was also pointed out that there would still be plenty of area schools to

play against. Plaehn pointed out that the board’s decision is whether or not to pursue playing nine-man football, but the final decision will be up to the Minnesota High School League. The board voted to pursue changing to nine-man football for the 2018-19 school year. Kingsland plans to continue having a varsity, B-squad, and junior high football team following this change. The board approved the consent agenda items, including the resignation of Mari Blanchard (special education paraprofessional), and lane changes for Tara Holmen, Ben Hansen, Amanda Lorentz, Baily Mahowald, Erin Milz, Kelly Opseth, Angela Forland, Tonia Gardner, Kayli Hareldson, and Rachael Burt. No members of the pub-

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Works supervisor), Hamilton Peterson (Public Works), Judy Graham (treasurer), and Mary Miner (city clerk) were discussed. An additional rate fee chart of city service fees was approved, but the items pertaining to employee wages and council wages were tabled for later review. “I would like to look at the number of hours we had for 2018 and see if what we have is sufficient,” noted Mayor Johnson.

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Following the regular meeting, the council did conduct a closed meeting review to consider strategy for labor negotiations and employee performance review. The largest discussion point for the meeting, however, was related to an inquiry from AcenTek for fiber optic permit and placement. Scheck made it clear he has reservations about the placement next to city roads. “How much power does the city have here?” he asked. “There’s no place to put some of this,” added Councilor Mike

Rushford Village Council considered putting a Right of Way Ordinance at the January 16 meeting. Pictured, left to right, are Mayor Gordon Johnson, Councilor Mike Ebner, Zoning Administrator Jon Pettit, and Councilors Dennis Overland and Rich Smith. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner

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Ebner. “They’re going to be looking for the most cost effective and maintenance free areas. That’s where they’re going to want it.” Ebner suggested the council and representatives from AcenTek sit down and hash out the possibilities and any concerns. Scheck indicted that current requests are along every rural Village road or abutting existing roadway or property. He has pinpointed several roads that are of certain concern. To date, the Village has not been provided any maps of the targeted areas. City Attorney Tom Manion suggested the Village follow a League of Minnesota Cities short form Right of Way Ordinance policy. With it, interested parties would need to fill out an application for inquiries within the right of way. “It’s more formal and helps to get something to looks at,” noted Manion. “Otherwise, there’s not much guidance out there. Some cities will say it’s overkill, but there’s a lot of requests for the right of way.” Ebner also questioned who is ultimately responsible for main-

tenance or remedy of issues if the right of way ditches are disturbed. He also suggested the Village take a good look at future bridge or ditch work that is planned in effort to avoid potential relocate fees for the underground utility. City staff will review the League policy and determine if the Village should proceed with a Right of Way Ordinance. The matter will likely be discussed at a future meeting. The Village also passed a new resolution regarding the Request for Detachement and Annexation of Property from Dan and Mary Jo Grimsrud. The Village passed a similar res-

olution last December, but the State Municipal Board determined that a different concurrent “caption” was needed to further the process. The new resolution specifically states, “Detachment and Concurrent Annexation of Property.” It covers the same property description and by the same state statute. Due to the February 6 caucus being the date of the first normally scheduled meeting for February, the council has moved its next regular meeting to Tuesday, February 13, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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On Monday, February 12, 2018, 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. The deadline for submitting photos is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018 Please submit photos to ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

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Thursday, January 9, a representative from The Science Museum of Minnesota came to Houston Elementary to give the students presentations about dinosaurs and about engineering. The students really enjoyed both presentations.

Rebecca Lee and Noah Carlson were recognized and nominated as the Houston High School's Triple A award recipients. These students excel in Academics, Arts, and Athletics. Rebecca and Noah represent Houston well and will go on to compete against other nominees in our sub-region.

! s t a r g n Co Congratulations to the 5th and 6th grade Math Wizards for a great job at their meet at Kingsland on Tuesday, January 16th. Fifth graders Casey, Ainsley, Julia, and John and sixth graders Ethan and Preston all won individual awards. The fifth grade team of Casey, Ainsley, Julia, John, and Teddi won first place in the team competition! Great job, Math Wizards!

Maria Esch, MacKenzie Dankers, Ethan Papenfuss, and Noah Carlson were selected to participate in the Dorian Vocal Festival at Luther College. There were over 1,000 students from Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois participating. Houston participants were nominated by their choir teacher, Mr. Steven Munderloh.

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C ommentary Sand threats lurk in Fillmore County By Loni Kemp Canton, MN The Rein frac sand mine on County Road 12 has a new name and a new operator since it was first permitted in 2013. Although not a single load of frac sand has yet been Loni Kemp scooped, the newly named Highland Sand’s new operator Larry Thompson is seeking approval of additional hauling routes to as-yet-unknown destinations north and south of Fillmore County. Meanwhile, their original route to Winona’s processing site is still an option for them. Any new route approvals are required to limit the number of loaded trucks leaving the mine, and update a road impact fee based on current construction costs to fix up resulting road degradation. At the time of this writing, the Fillmore County Planning Commission already recommended approval of two new routes despite numerous citizen objections, and the Fillmore County Commissioners may make a final decision on January 23 at their regular meeting at 9 a.m., or at a later date. While discussions continue about what 120 fully loaded trucks and an equal number of returning empty trucks on a daily basis could do to County Road 12 and County Road 21, even more significant concerns are lurking. Evidence is mounting that additional frac sand mines and even sand processing are being pursued by the frac sand industry. Recall the big proposal to Editorial Cartoon

construct a centralized sand processing and loading facility in the St. Charles area, to be fed by 11 new mines in Winona, Fillmore and Houston Counties. This monstrosity was eventually halted by local opposition in the St. Charles area. In addition, the state required that a full Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) be completed by the proposer, Minnesota Sands, LLC, before any single development could be considered. The final blow was the passage in Winona County of a total ban on new frac sand mining, processing, storage or transportation operations. However, the frac sand corporations are not giving up easily. Pilot Mound and Saratoga landowner Roger Dabelstein, Southeast Minnesota Property Owners and Minnesota Sands challenged the Winona ban in district court. Although they recently lost that challenge, an appeal could follow. Regarding the EIS for phased and connected actions, Minnesota Sands asked the state to terminate the requirement, allowing them to apply for a single frac sand mine permit at the Dabelstein site near Pilot Mound in Fillmore County, using only the limited Environmental Assessment Worksheet administered by local government. The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board, with Fillmore County’s support, tabled a decision on termination until March 2018. Other evidence of Minnesota Sand’s continued development plans are less clear, but still concerning. Why did Minnesota Sand’s CEO Rick Frick appear with Larry Thompson at the recent hearing to expand haul

routes? Is he actively pursuing development of a sand processing site in Decorah, where one of the new haul routes would lead? What about the statement Minnesota Sands’ CEO made about terminating the EIS requirement: “At this time (August 25, 2017), Minnesota Sands only has plans to submit a mining proposal, a conditional use permit application and reclamation plan to Fillmore County for a single 50-acre mine, which we intend to be the Dabelstein Property... We anticipate that after that period (five years) we may evaluate market conditions and the regulatory climate for processing in Fillmore County to evaluate whether to pursue the permitting of any additional mines. Further, we believe the potential to purchase and resell from already permitted third party mines will enable us to augment our business.” Exhibit A, P.42. Frick knows very well that Fillmore County banned frac sand processing; does he think the regulatory climate will change in the future? Does his statement mean that Minnesota Sands, even while seeking to terminate the full EIS in order to open the Dabelstein site, does indeed have a masterplan of multiple mines and a processing site? Does his last statement mean that the Rein/Highland mine and maybe the existing Griffen mine on Highway 52 in Olmsted County are also part of his plan? It is important to retain the requirement that phased and coordinated developments be analyzed as a whole for their full impacts, and not be taken up piecemeal.

What awaits us in the New Year By Yvonne Nyenhuis As I take down the calendar for 2017 and replace it with a new calendar for 2018, I wonder what lies ahead in the New Year. Last year ushered in a disturbing trend. Truth, Yvonne facts and Nyenhuis reason were abandoned. The social fabric in our country was torn apart. It appears that as a nation we have lost our moral compass. I’ve always thought that life should be a search for the truth and the application of truth, which is performing good works. We have all wondered about the world and our place in it. It seems to me there is no empirical evidence that there is a God or life after death. Conversely, there is no empirical evidence that there is “not” a God or life after death. While truth is absolute, our “perception” of truth varies according to our personal experience. We are led by our personal experience to different conclusions. If we all thought alike there would be no need for conversation. This concept permits me to feel comfortable with my own point of view and encourages me to be tolerant of those who don’t share my opinion. I was raised with the Writings of Emanuel Swedenborg. Swe-

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denborg was born in Sweden, the son of a Lutheran minister (1688-1772). He graduated from Uppsala University and traveled in France, Germany and London, England, where he lived and studied four years. He had a prolific career as an inventor and scientist. He was friends with the Swedish King Charles X, who appointed him Assessor on the Swedish Board of Mines. He also taught theology at Uppsala University. Swedenborg searched for truth in the natural world, learning all he could about mathematics, physics, chemistry, geology and anatomy. When he was 56 he experienced a spiritual awakening. He saw spiritual truth and science as being in harmony. He believed that the Bible has an “internal sense.” He wrote what was “revealed” to him in the Writings in Latin, which was a dead language and would be fixed in time. It has always fascinated me that while truth and love (or in varying degrees, their opposites falsity and hate) are at the center of our lives, we can not see them, hold them in our hands, weigh or measure them. Even life itself is a mystery unexplained by science. It resides in the body as water in a glass. When the water is gone the glass is empty. When the spirit leaves the body, where does the spirit go? Swedenborg cautions, “Beware of the dangers of the doctrine of Faith alone!” He reminds us that we have been given the ability to reason and should use it. Part of being human is the freedom to choose between good and evil. The Writings tell us that each of us is unique and has a specific “use” to perform on this earth. We are told that if we live a life of “charity to the neighbor,” we will go to heaven. Swedenborg assures us that there is enough truth in all religions to be “saved.” Presently we are caught up in a maelstrom, a political maze. While I don’t see the way out, I know we must establish a foundation built on truth and facts and reject leadership that creates uncertainty and division. Hopefully leadership will emerge that will lift us up and inspire the best in us instead of the worst. Much can be achieved if we come together. During the holidays we saw people coming together to play musical instruments or sing and rejoiced as the melodies filled the air. We watched the Rose Parade on television and marveled at the magic that was created by many talented hands combining their skills. With vision, courage and commitment we can grow and enrich this land and pursue our dream of what it means to be an American.

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C ommentary What to look for in 2018 By Lee Hamilton Because we live in such tumultuous political times, it’s easy to believe that today’s intense public focus on the Trump presidency is something new — an obsession like none we’ve ever seen before. Lee H. Yet to one Hamilton degree or another, the president has always been at the center of the public’s attention. This is because he or she is the central actor in American government. The sheer complexity of our system, with its three branches, separation of powers and competing centers of power, demands someone who can make it work. So we have high expectations for the president in this country. We want him or her to run the government efficiently and effectively, to work hard to resolve our problems, lead the world, inspire the nation, console us in times of disaster, serve as an example for young people, represent the national interest, and in a sense carry our hopes and desires for the country on his or her shoulders. Which is why, no matter who’s president, there is enormous public curiosity about every detail of his life and actions. When I was in Congress, the subject would come up whenever I was back home in the district, at formal public meetings and in casual conversations. People wanted to know about his family, his personal characteristics, his strengths and failings, and what he was doing to make the country work. This fascination is exacerbated by the news media, which focuses attention on the presi-

dent and much less on Congress, a body that by its nature is diffuse and complicated. Presidents are both ordinary and extraordinary. They have all the strengths, vulnerabilities and limitations of the rest of us. They may be perceptive, politically astute, even wise, but they all make mistakes — the interning of Japanese-Americans under Franklin Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan’s dereliction of duty in Iran-Contra, the handling of the Vietnam War under LBJ. Yet there’s also something out of the ordinary about the people who become president. You have to be driven by ambition to seek the office in the first place, as well as highly competitive and disciplined in both thought and speech. The most effective presidents are unusually persuasive. The greatest among them have a real connection to the American people, a sense of high moral purpose and the ability to summon Americans to reach toward that purpose. Because as unremittingly difficult as the job is, in many ways the toughest part is persuasion: trying to build support for one’s goals. We talk about the president as being the most powerful person in the world, but over the decades I’ve been struck by how often presidents talk about the limitations on their power. Looking out from the White House, what they see are opposition and constraints. Which may be why every president seeks to expand the power of the office, usually with some degree of success. This is not all bad — presidents do need power to get things done. But this trend has diminished the role of Congress and, fundamentally, of representative government. President Nixon had some 300 people on his

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staff; presidents these days may have as many as 2000. This has allowed the president to insulate himself. Presidents are hard to reach today. They don’t want to be scrutinized on policy, and far too often, Congress has played along. The presidential press conference has also faded in importance. Presidents rarely have to answer questions in a free-wheeling give and take session with journalists or other politicians. And so it’s harder to understand why the president does what he does now, why he makes the choices he does. Presidents need oversight and scrutiny, they need a Congress that will press them and insist on consultation. They get very little of that pressure today. Don’t get me wrong: I favor a strong president, but I also favor a strong Congress. And these days, we have a Congress marked by passivity and inability to exercise its constitutional responsibilities. I’m equally impressed by the responsibility we have as citizens in choosing our leaders. We get what and whom we choose. Presidents really do make a difference in our lives. No choice as a citizen is more important. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years. For information about our educational resources and programs, visit our website at https:// corg.indiana.edu. “Like” us on Facebook at “Indiana University Center on Representative Government,” and share our postings with your friends.

Government this week Monday, January 22 • Fillmore Central School Board, High School Media Center, 5:30 p.m. • Rushford-Peterson School Board, Forum Room, 5:30 p.m. • Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 23 • Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. Schedule subject to change.

Letter about News from Hillcrest Drive, Rushford... To the Editor, It was thought now that the controversial Hillcrest Drive Project is mostly complete as I have received the official notice of my special assessment, and it is at a reduced rate, but still about six times greater that the annual real estate taxes on my home now! At a recent council meeting, one council member asked if there was a more effective way to prepare property owners for similar projects as this one was not pretty. The answer is simple and easy.

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, and listen to the real estate tax paying property owners who were opposed to the project. The infrastructure and street was new 50 years ago and there was never a problem. I would like to know how the mayor and two council members were convinced to vote for the unneccessary project. Thank you Mr. Bunke and Mr. Honsey for using good judgement and voting no on the Hillcrest Drive Project. Just some food for thought. Bertram Boyum Hillcrest Drive Rushford, MN

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In September 2017, Brooklyn Nelson (6) of Mabel and her family ventured to Mankato for a family gathering in celebration of local heart warriors. Brooklyn was diagnosed with a rare form of congenital heart disease (Shone’s Complex) just days after her birth. In Brooklyn’s fourth year raising funds for “Lasting Imprint,” she raised $440.26. Lasting Imprint is a local organization established by individuals committed to fighting congenital heart defects. They strive to fight CHD’s through research, education, and assistance to heart families. We are coming up on the anniversary of Brooklyn’s first heart surgery. It happens to fall on February 7, which is coincidentally the first day of CHD awareness week. Heart families celebrate heart birthdays similar to the ways in which birthdays are celebrated. It’s a second chance at life and this is definitely something to celebrate. In celebration of CHD awareness week, Lasting Imprint is expanding its horizons. There will be a family gathering in La Crosse, Wis., at the children’s museum on Sunday, February 11 from from 1-4 p.m. Feel free to check out Lasting Imprint’s Facebook page to find out more information on the upcoming event. We are very grateful to have connected with other heart families through this group and we want other families fighting similar battles to know they are not alone! Photo submitted by Danielle Stortz

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Resetting the topsoil trap

Fillmore SWCD project restores capacity of 1955 flood control structure

Mark Mensink, left, and Rick Mensink, checked progress of work December 5 on their land southwest of Preston. Their grandfather, Art Mensink, agreed to allow construction of the initial East Willow Creek Flood Control Project. After the sediment pool filled in, the Mensink brothers said their father, John, had farmed the 3-acre site in recent years. Photo submitted The centerpiece of one of the first farmer-led conservation efforts in the U.S., a dam built in the 1950s to protect Preston from flooding, is being restored to its original capacity. The dam southwest of town maintained its flood-control function. But in 60-plus years, 15,000 cubic yards of topsoil filled the settling pond behind the earthen dike. By excavating that 7- to 9-foot-deep layer, this fall contractors renewed the East Willow Creek Flood Control Project’s dual purpose: flood control and sediment retention. Work started November 20 and continued into December. “It’s basically going to restore the ability of that watershed

to hold the sediment back for another 30 years,” said Pete Fryer, the Lewiston-based lead engineer with the Technical Service Area 7 Joint Powers Board. The TSA assists member soil and water conservation districts. The dam cost $39,531 in 1955. Building a similar structure today could cost well over $500,000, Fryer estimated. Kevin Kuehner, Preston-based soil scientist with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, said with good weather and soil conditions, restoration costs are expected to come in well under the $226,000 budgeted in a Clean Water Fund grant from the Minnesota Board of Water

The view from the top of the 24-foot-tall earthen dam shows the soil profile of stored sediment while rehabilitation was underway December 5 southwest of Preston. Soil deposits measured seven to nine- feet deep in the main pool area. Photo submitted

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and Soil Resources. “The dike itself was in excellent shape, and the pipe as well. It was a poured-in-place outlet for the dam,” Fryer said. “Everything else was really good. The only thing it needed was to rehabilitate its sediment storage.” Sediment was flush with the lower inlet. The pond was farmed in recent years. The poured concrete two-stage drop-inlet structure was designed to allow high flows through the top inlet, lower flows through the bottom inlet. The 494-footlong earthen dam rises 24 feet from the lower inlet. Aside from tree and brush removal, the structure itself didn’t require maintenance. It became operational in fall 1955. The principal spillway was designed to temporarily hold nearly 23 million gallons of water. The emergency spillway was designed to hold 68 million gallons. “It still functions from a floodcontrol standpoint, but once you get water in it, it’s going out almost immediately. It doesn’t have the pool area available for water storage,” Fillmore SWCD Administrator Donna Rasmussen said during an early September site visit. “The other part of it is the sediment doesn’t have a chance to settle out. So, especially in a large rain event, that sediment is not being stored there anymore,” Rasmussen said. About 2,000 acres – roughly half of the Crystal Creek watershed – drain through the fourfoot-wide concrete outlet. Crystal Creek drains into Willow Creek, which empties into the South Branch Root River and eventually the Mississippi River. The South Branch Root River runs through Preston. Large floods that swept through Preston in 1942 and 1950, plus excessive soil erosion prompted farmers to organize in the 1950s. Besides this dam and five others, that 17-member steering committee brought conservation practices such as contour strip cropping and grassed waterways to the landscape. “When you think about it, over 60 years ago the concept of watershed management was a pretty new approach, yet they had remarkable success and participation,” Kuehner said. Contour strips, grass waterways and terraces installed over the years remain intact on the Mensink farm, where, in the 1950s, Art Mensink allowed the East Willow Creek Flood Control Project to be built on his property. John Mensink, who took over the 240-acre farm from his father, agreed to the rehabilitation. After John died, his sons Rick and Mark took over. “The recent rehabilitation of this structure by the Mensink family continues the legacy that their grandfather started in the 1950s. We’ve come full circle because there is a renewed interest to maintain practices that were installed back then and add additional practices in this watershed,” Kuehner said.

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Considered among the most successful of 50 pilot projects across the nation – and the first in Minnesota – the dam was featured on a 1960s poster and postcards promoting conservation – and the beauty of the Midwestern landscape – throughout the U.S. Rick, 63, recalled being surprised to see his farm on a poster in Mitchell, South Dakota’s Corn Palace during a family vacation. The aerial view depicts a narrow corridor of water flowing out of the massive, neatly trimmed dam holding back what appears to be a small lake set amid crop contours in alternating hues of green. When he was growing up in the early 1960s, Rick recalled he and a neighbor built a makeshift canoe to paddle in the pond. They launched from a dock made out of an old barn door and a couple of fence posts. “Every time we’d go out with that canoe, it would fill up with water. We’d have coffee cans (to bail water). It would sink and we’d come walking back,” Rick said. The pond once attracted ducks, geese and waterfowl hunters. Once it filled in, his father farmed the land. At times, it produced good corn crops. At times, the spring-fed site was too wet to harvest. “We’re not really getting anything out of it,” said Mark, 52. Rick agreed. “We got a wet year a year ago, and it was too wet to get the beans out. I said, ‘Well, we’re not going to plant this anymore because you’ve got three acres of bean seed and fertilizer and spray and everything. We might as well let them dig it out the way it was,’” Rick said. The brothers visited the site nearly every day during construction. “I never realized it (the soil) was that deep. They’re going by the specs of how it was built the first time,” Rick said. The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources’ mission is to improve and protect Minnesota’s water and soil resources by working in partnership with local organizations and private landowners. Website: www.bwsr. state.mn.us.

Root River Field to Stream Partnership The Crystal Creek watershed dam restoration is the largest single project of 160 planned conservation practices within the Root River Field to Stream Partnership. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture-led venture tracks what effect agricultural practices have on fields, rivers and streams. Intensive monitoring is focused on three small watersheds within Houston, Fillmore and Mower counties. What is learned from the dam restoration within the Crystal Creek watershed could help quantify sediment reductions from similar projects throughout southeastern Minnesota. Crystal Creek watershed flood control structures and other upland conservation practices – such as waterways, contour strip cropping and hay fields – likely account for per-acre sediment loss rates that are half that of similar watersheds. Allowing the soil to settle in a retention pond also cuts the amount of soil-attached phosphorus and nitrogen that enter downstream waters. “The reason it’s of interest to (the Field to Stream) project is that it drains about half the study watershed,” said Donna Rasmussen, Fillmore SWCD administrator. “The opportunity with the monitoring that’s going on is that we can see what the water quality effects are by rehabilitating the structure and adding storage capacity back by cleaning out the sediment and restoring it to its original design.” Restoration and the Root River By curbing peak flows and reducing storm runoff, the dam also could help reduce streambank erosion. A 2015 sediment source study revealed that streambank erosion accounted for 43% of the 280,000 tons of annual sediment loss at the mouth of the Root River near Hokah, Minn. “This study indicated that the Root River is very sensitive to erosive streamflow. Anything we can do to slow down the movement of excessive runoff can help reduce streambank erosion sources downstream,” said Kevin Kuehner, a soil scientist with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

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lic had signed up to address the board. Hecimovich gave public thanks to donors, including Land O’Lakes Foundation for donating $2,000 as part of the Dollars for Doers program recognizing 100 volunteer hours for Gerald Stockdale, Dale Wondrasch, Nevin Stender, and Pauline Lentz; Valley Lanes for donation of $1,540 to be used for grades K-4 supply budgets; WalMart Stores for donation of $750 to the Media Center for the MakerSpaces Program; Osterud-Winter Scholarship donation of $15,500; Julee Warren for taking on the head coach responsibilities for community education youth basketball; and Knights of Columbus St. Ignatius Council #13609 for a $250 donation to the art department. High school student Audrey Farlinger gave the board an update on student council happenings, including the council looking into selling school pride clothing for grades 7-12. She also said the recent Sadie Hawkins dance was a success, with 80 students attending, and the event helped fund the upcoming Snow Week events. She also thanked the chaperones for the dance. Seventh grade student Josh Meskill updated the board on the Builders Club, which he explained is an organization for seventh and eighth grade stu-

dents. He highlighted some of their events so far this school year, including ditch clean-up, the community Halloween party (which raised money for UNICEF), and bell-ringing which helped raise funds to buy presents for needy children. He also said the group will be making blankets to give to the Fillmore County Sheriff department. The board voted to approve the 2018 Senior Class Trip proposal, which had previously been presented by Ms. Hardecopf, students, and Mr. Hecimovich. The board also approved the SMEC audit as presented, and a student interest survey regarding gymnastics. The board approved the “Resolution Directing the Administration to Make Recommendations for Reductions in Programs and Positions and Reasons Therefore.” Hecimovich explained that, “I’d just like to add, because this will be broadcasted on our website, that this is an annual precautionary thing that has to be done… not saying that we are making cuts, it’s just that we have to have a resolution on the table, approved, so if we get to that point we can go ahead and do it.” The meeting adjourned about 6:50 p.m. The board will have a work session meeting on February 5 at 6 p.m. in the elementary conference room. The next regular board meeting will be Wednesday, February 21, at 6:30 p.m. in the choir room. As always, the public is welcome.

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Fla., and Richard (Laurel Ann) Anderson of Lakeville, Minn.; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one Anita (Hovde) Anderson Anita Sylvia (Hovde) Ander- great-great-grandson. son, currently of Rushford, A celebration of Anita’s life is being planned for June; details moved out will be made available at a later of the Good date. The family is planning Shepherd a small gathering at the Good Lutheran Shepherd home in the near Home on future for those residents and January 6, staff that may not be able to 2018, and attend the celebration in June. went to join Memorials are preferred to her husband, Anita (Hovde) Good Shepherd Foundation J o h n n y Anderson at Good Shepherd Lutheran (John PeterJP) in heaven. She thought Home in Rushford, Minn. that after 21 years he would 55971. have completed all house Earl Lawrence Branum repairs and have the garden planted. Anita was born June Earl Lawrence Branum, age 12, 1918, in Rushford to John 75, passed away in his home Peter and Hazel (Torgerson) after a brave Hovde. She graduated from battle with Rushford High School in 1936. esophagea l After graduation she worked in cancer. He surthe Twin Cities but then moved was back to Rushford to marry her rounded by high school sweetheart Johnny. his loving Anita worked in the home in and devoted Rushford, Houston and Spring family. He Earl Lawrence Valley, Minn., while raising her showed his Branum five children. She then took family and her talents to retail and worked friends what it means to be in Anthony’s and Majors & resilient, strong, devoted, honRoberts in Spring Valley, final- est, faithful and kind. Earl was born on July 27, ly retiring at the age of 80. Anita was a long time mem- 1942, in Austin, Minn., to Lawber of Our Savior’s Luther- rence and Ethel (Holmquist) an Church in Spring Valley, Branum. He spent much of where she was a member of his younger years at Gillette the choir, circle and a Sunday Children’s Hospital, where he school teacher. She was active- received care for tuberculosis ly involved in the community of the hip. His father was at and enjoyed Cosmopolitan war in Europe during this time, Club, Garden Club and Bridge and his mother cared for him, Club, to name a few. She was often working at the hospital also a member of the Order of so she could be close. His sister, Janet (Branum) Adams later the Eastern Star for 65 years. Anita had a joy for living, joined the family in 1949. loved her family and always Earl graduated from Austin had the coffee pot on for any- High School in 1960, and from one who stopped to chat. She Winona State University with a was famous for her toffee bars, degree in biology in 1965. It oatmeal cake and maintained was there that he met his sweet that “cat who ate the canary and loving wife Martha (Paulson) Branum. They were marsmile” until her passing. Anita was preceded in death ried on August 1, 1964. He by her husband John Peter began his career at the Mayo (JP), her parents John Peter Clinic, and they settled down and Hazel Hovde, brother Les in Chatfield, Minn. They had Hovde, brothers and sisters-in three children together, Sherri, law, Earl and Tim Anderson Mark, and Beth. Earl worked and Marvin and June Ander- 39 years as a laboratory superson; and Fran Becker, her son- visor at the Mayo Clinic. He was a wonderful grandpa to in law. She is survived by her five eight grandchildren: Danica, children: Roger Anderson of Olivia, Kenna, Victor, Isaac, Rushford, Sandy Becker of Luther, Luke, and Calvin. South St. Paul, Peggy Krock He was involved with the of Santa Barbara, Calif., Holly Jaycees, Chatfield City Coun(Matt) Van Zant of Orlando, cil, Chatfield Volunteer Ambu-

Fillmore County Church Directory Canton-Scotland Presbyterian Church……..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 W Fillmore Avenue, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 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 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church...........Sat. - 5:30pm & Sun. - 9: 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 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 (507) 867-3148

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lance Crew, Chatfield Lutheran Church, Southeastern Synod ELCA, and Light of the Cross Lutheran Church in Garrison, Minn. He enjoyed fishing, spending time at their lake home on Smith Lake, turkey hunting, deer hunting, golfing, woodworking, traveling, and spending cold winter months in Arizona. He loved watching the Twins, Vikings, Gophers and all sporting events. During his cancer treatments and surgery over the past year, he looked forward to nights when the Minnesota Twins played. Though he had many hobbies, he enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s activities most of all. Between sports, concerts, academic events, and church programs, he attended as many events as he possibly could. He took great pride in his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Ethel. He is survived by his wife Martha, children Sherri (Bill) Thornburg of Kasson, Minn., Mark (Carol Thompson) Branum of Seattle, Wash., daughter Beth (Brent) Scharpman of Byron, Minn.; sister Janet (Bryan) Adams of Big Lake, Minn.; eight grandchildren: Danica, Olivia, Kenna, Isaac, Victor, Luther, Luke, and Calvin. He leaves behind many special nieces, nephews, aunts, cousins, in-laws, friends, and neighbors. Visitation was held at Chatfield Lutheran Church from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 16, and from 10-11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 17. His funeral service took place 11 a.m. at Chatfield Lutheran Church on Wednesday, January 17, with Pastors Mark Docken and Nissa Peterson officiating. Burial will be at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin, Minn. Memorials will be given in honor of Earl to the Chatfield Lutheran Youth Scholarship Fund and the Eagles Cancer Telethon. If you have a special memory to share, please visit RileyFuneralHomes.com. Esther Viola Dudley Esther Viola (Young) Dudley, 95, of Chatfield, died Thursday, January 14, 2018, at Olmsted Medical Center in Rochester. Esther was born S e pt e m b e r Esther Viola 16, 1922, to Dudley Edward and Nancy (Dean) Young in Lancaster, Pa. She married J.C. Dudley on January 1, 1946, in Florida. She earned her LPN degree in 1964. The couple moved to Chatfield in 1970. She was employed by Chosen Valley Care Center for over over 20 years. Esther enjoyed spending time with family. She also

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. enjoyed gardening and taking care of her many flowers. Esther is lovingly remembered by son Roger (Dorthy), daughter-in-law Sue, seven grandchildren, and 12 greatgrandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband J.C., parents, son Jay, daughter-in-law Linda, son William, three brothers and four sisters. A funeral service was held 11 a.m., Friday, January 19, 2018, at Calvary Baptist Church, 910 Winona St SE, Chatfield, with Pastor Mike Gittins officiating. The committal service followed at Chatfield Cemetery. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service at the church. Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield assisted the family with arrangements. To share condolences with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com. Richard J. Rasmussen Richard J. Rasmussen, age 84, of Mabel, Minn., and formerly of Hesper, Iowa, died Wed ne sday, January 10, 2018, at Green Lea Senior Living in Mabel. Richard J. R i c h a r d Rasmussen was born August 1, 1933, in Amherst, to Otto and Myrtle (Erickson) Rasumssen. He attended the Mabel High School. In 1952 he married Shirley Peterson. They later divorced. They operated the Tasty Freeze in Caledonia while also working on the family farm near Hesper, Iowa. He later moved onto that farm where he later also had a body shop. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, tractor pulls, and cars (buying, fixing, selling). Richard is survived by three children: Rick (Donna) of Hesper, Julie (Arnie) Weiss of Locust, and Susan (David) Amunrud of Mabel; six grandchildren: Nels (Becky) Rasmussen, Eric Rasmussen, Jennifer Rasmussen, Adam (Alli-

son) Weiss, Kristen (Dane) Mosel, and Ben Weiss (special friend Meg); four great-grandchildren: Carson, Jevin, Riley, and Ellie; and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister and her husband Mary Ann and Marcellus Ranzenberger. Memorial service was held 1 p.m. Saturday, January 20 at the Hesper Lutheran Church in Hesper, Iowa, with Rev. Matt Larson officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the church cemetery. Visitation was 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church on Saturday prior to the service. The Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel assisted with arrangements. Joan “Joni” Ellis Joan “Joni” Ellis, age 80, of Mabel, died in the arms of her d a u g ht e r, Kathryn, on Sunday, January 14, 2018, at Gundersen Medical Center in La Crosse, Joan “Joni” Wisc. Ellis Joni was born a twin on July 29, 1937, to Harold and Amy Erlandson. She graduated from the Central High School in La Crosse, Wis. On April 25, 1955, she married Robert Ellis, Sr. in La Crosse. They lived in La Crosse for a short time before moving to California and Las Vegas, Nev., before moving to Mabel in October of 1975 to help care for Robert’s parents. Joni is survived by her three children: Deborah Williams of Banning, Calif., Kathryn (Pat) Hendricks of Las Vegas, Nev., and Howard E. Ellis II of Mabel; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Ellis, Sr.; a son, Robert Ellis II, her parents, and her twin brother John Erlandson. “When I’m gone you’re going to miss me, you’re going to miss my smile.” No services are planned.

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Preston seeks more details about proposed veterans home site By Karen Reisner An option to purchase about 15 acres from Robert Doherty, the proposed site for a veterans home, was discussed at length at the January 16 Preston City Council meeting. The city has an option to purchase the property until later in February. Mayor Kurt Reicks reported that during a recent phone call with Doherty he learned that Doherty was not interested in extending the option. The land is for sale. Reicks suggested getting “first right of refusal.” Money put toward this would come off the purchase price if the city buys the property. With this kind of agreement the city would have to match another offer for the property if one were made, and if it didn’t, this money would be

forfeited. Councilwoman Holly Zuck said the city doesn’t need to own the property if we don’t end up using it. Reicks maintained a Veterans Home located in Preston would be a great asset to the community. Ron Scheevel, co-chair of the Veterans Home Committee, insisted if we let this option go, we won’t have a site. The price is right ($14,000 per acre) and the terms are good. The terms are 15% down ($31,500) with the balance of $178,500 financed at 5%. The annual payment would be $30,000 (taking possibly six plus years to pay off). The city could pay it off earlier, but if it went for the six plus years, the total interest would come to $38,752. The EDA board recommendLuke & Mark Reese, Harmony

ed exercising the option. There were concerns, however, that the project at this point is uncertain and long term. The EDA recommended the property be surveyed, setting the boundaries of the road, zoning to be set. They also recommended the closing to be scheduled after the end of the coming legislative session. Scheevel spoke strongly in favor of exercising the option, insisting on behalf of veterans we need a site that is ready to go. The committee has been working on this for two years. Scheevel said he and his wife Pat will give the city a check for $10,000 to go toward the purchase of the property. Scheevel and Sons would also donate $10,000 worth of in-kind work. If a veterans home is not built on the property, the donation

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would stay with the site. He said something good will come from this property. He felt a need to contribute, noting he lives outside of the city. Councilman Robert Maust suggested many people would like to contribute if the veterans home is to be at the Preston site. There is a competition with Spring Valley for the location of a Home, if a 74 bed veterans home is to be built within Fillmore County. Maust maintained the site is worth the money and there are a lot of opportunities for use of the land. He has suggested that the land can be resold if the home does not come to Preston. “If we are fortunate to get the veterans care center, it will change this community forever.” City Administrator Joe Hoffman agreed surveying and preliminary engineering need to be done. A motion to work with City Engineer Brett Grabau and for the city to have the property surveyed, setting the boundaries was approved. Once the footprint is described, Doherty will be consulted to see if he agrees with the boundaries. Other business in brief • Fillmore County EDA director Marty Walsh introduced himself. He has been with the county since October. Walsh says the county EDA is there to serve the entirety of Fillmore County. Some projects being worked on

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include the creation of a recreation map for the whole county and a housing study. • Gabby Kinneberg and Mayor Reicks both agreed the National Trout Center (NTC) had a great year. Reicks added Annie Lewis, outreach and fundraising, has been a great asset. Lewis and Kelsey Hoffmann, program director, were hired as part-time staff for the NTC. Kinneberg said visitors to the center almost doubled. The center provided both educational programs and fun family-friendly activities. Outreach efforts brought in nearly 100 business, individual, and family donors. The Preston Area Community Foundation provided a grant that will allow the center to rent out fishing equipment in 2018. • The EDA recommended updating the Fillmore County 2009 Housing study. The EDA will participate with the Center for Small Towns to update the study. Approval was given for the EDA to use $500 from its professional service budget to participate. • As recommended by the EDA, approval was given to restructure Minnesota Investment Fund (MIF) loan (Ristau loan), asking the state to release (MIF) dollars back to the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF). Ristau repayments would then be made to the RLF account. Hoffman explained there are more restrictions on MIF dollars.

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Springs as a family business, with himself and his three children as the entire staff. Andy hears appreciation on the Palmers for how they ran the campground. He points out that Maple Springs was named a Readers’ Choice Award winner in 2017 as best campground in Fillmore County, “So not only did they persevere, they won the award! And they’re coming back in the spring to help me make a smooth transition.” Maple Springs has a website (maplespringscampground.com) and Facebook page for anyone

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wanting to see more information and pictures, including a detailed layout of the camping sites. The campground’s main phone number is (507) 352-2056. When asked what makes Maple Springs Campground special, Andy said, “The strength of it is the beautiful location and the geography. It borders the state park on one side, and Forestville Creek runs right through it. It’s just gorgeous!” So even though January is an odd time to be thinking about camping in Minnesota, it’s a great time to be planning ahead, and Maple Springs is a hidden gem well worth planning on.

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Red Cross blood shortage prompts urgent call for blood donations during National Blood Donor Month This January, National Blood Donor Month, the American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood donors of all blood types to make an appointment to give now and help address a winter blood donation shortage. Severe winter weather has had a tremendous impact on blood donations already this year, with more than 150 blood drives forced to cancel causing over 5,500 blood and platelet donations to go uncollected. This is in addition to seasonal illnesses, such as the flu, and hectic holiday schedules collectively contributing to more than 28,000 fewer donations than what was needed in November and December. “Even temporary disruptions to blood donations can diminish the availability for hospital patients,” said Sue Thesenga, communications manager of the local Red Cross Blood Services Region. It’s the blood on the shelves that helps save lives in an emergency, and that’s why we’re asking eligible individuals to make an appoint-

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By Ashley Haugerud What does passion mean to you? Is it just another word in the dictionary? Just a meaningless concept? Or is it one of the greatest gifts we, as humans, are given? To me Ashley it is exactly Haugerud that. My passion is music, and I believe passion is an opportunity to build our ambition, faith, and love. Music is always pushing me to the limits, and never fails to make me truly happy. When I was younger, I had not the slightest clue of what my true passion was. I started out high school believing my passion was to be what everyone else’s was, and what society had already preordained it to be. The popular passion in high school is sports, so, as a seventh grader, I immediately assumed that was my passion. I quickly found out sports were The family of Kathryn Fishbaugher wishes to thank those who have offered support and messages of sympathy in the loss of our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. We especially want to thank the Harmony Care Center, Pastor Michael Smith, Harmony United Methodist Church Women for serving lunch, the Lindstrom Funeral Home, VFW Auxiliary, Randy & Sue Snell for the special music, those who visited & brought food, and our family and friends. It was very much appreciated. Roger & Diane Fishbaugher & family Ron & Linda Fishbaugher & famiy

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not for me, but did not have the audacity to quit. The whole meaning of passion is finding something you love and striving to succeed at it, but I did not realize this at the time. As I failed at pursuing my “passion” for sports, I also had been participating in piano lessons and band. Music at the time just seemed to scare me. It was such an intense subject that I believed I could never succeed at, but I began to tell myself, “Do what scares you most because that is the thing you are afraid of failing at, and that is what ultimately will be the most rewarding.” I began to let go of sports and open up to music, which was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. As I focused on music and found myself succeeding. I realized how happy it made me feel. Music began to boost my ambition and has never stopped. To this day I have learned to play multiple instruments as well as improve my vocal skills. Music takes me to another world and sets my soul on fire. Although music is not seen as a common career choice, I have faith it will con-

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A little of this, A little of that. By Kathy Little The woman two aisles over from me who was also checking out of the store seemed to have captured everyone’s attention. Since her back was to me, I was trying to figure out why other customers were staring at her. She was of medium height, medium build with short brown hair. Maybe she was some celebrity. Maybe she was robbing the store. No, the cashier was smiling and chatting with her. Then the woman behind me whispered to her friend, “She’s really got guts.” Suddenly I caught on to what this was all about. The woman was wearing a beautiful leather Vikings jacket. She was surrounded by a sea of gold and green clothing and hats. This happened in La Crosse, Wis., deep in Packer country. We all know that the Vikings and the Packers are arch rivals. The woman was brave and/or naïve. The Packer fans are rabidly enthusiastic about their football team! Personally, when I go into hostile territory, I always wear black. Knowing I might get hate mail, I will still admit that I am not a football fan. When I watched high school football, I could never figure out who had the ball until they were tackled. Probably because I was talking when I should have been watching, or I am simply not smart enough to understand football plays. Yes, I know what a touchdown is. I know what a field goal is. I know there are four downs, and that the quarterback is the main guy. I think this is a bit unfair because he just has to throw the ball while his friends protect him. The other players have to catch that ball and avoid being tackled by enemy players. The enemy players do not play well with the ball catcher. If they catch him, they throw him to the ground and jump on top of him. I sus-

pect they really want to hurt him rather than just recover the ball! It was highly unusual that I watched the Vikings play the Saints recently. Over the holidays my nephew, John was excited about the Super Bowl being in Minnesota and the Vikings in general. His enthusiasm was contagious so I decided to watch the Vikings play a game. My husband refused to watch with me because after many years of watching the Vikings play and choke while he swore loudly at the TV, he was convinced that he had cursed them. It is much easier to understand football on TV because of the replays in slow motion. I finally figured out who carried the ball BEFORE that player was tackled. I felt soooooooo smart. Then I realized that a minute in football may be 20 minutes in real time. The Vikings were winning by 17 points at halftime. Perhaps Jim had been wrong about the Vikings. Soon I discovered he hadn’t been, and I started swearing at the TV. It was agonizing to watch them play. I vowed never to watch them play again. Then just before I turned the TV off, a player by the name of Diggs caught the football, ran with it, and scored a touchdown. The VIKINGS WON. It was like a Hollywood movie. I couldn’t wait until morning to tell Jim about the game. By the time I got up the next day he had read about the “Minnesota Miracle” in the newspaper. Since that time I have been reading the sports page every day. Jim finds this rather unsettling. I am looking forward to watching the Vikings again. Perhaps the “purple curse” has ended! Perhaps I am living with the man who started it.

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2 tbsps. olive oil (divided) 1 pound round steak, cut unto cubes 1 chopped onion 1 chopped green pepper 2 cups frozen hash browns, thawed 1/4 cup flour 2 cups beef broth 3 cups milk 1 tsp. each salt and pepper 6 slices French bread 3 large slices Swiss or cheddar cheese, cut in half In a deep pot, heat 1 tbsp. olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed steak and cook until brown. Remove steak from pot. Add the other tbsp. olive oil and heat until hot. Then add the chopped onion and green pepper. Cook until softened, about 3-4 min. Return steak to pan, add hash browns, sprinkle meat and vegetables with the flour. Toss to combine and cook 2 minutes longer. Whisk in the beef broth and milk. Add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 20-30 minutes. Preheat broiler. Arrange bread slices on baking sheet and top with cheese slices. Broil until cheese melts. Ladle chowder into bowl and top with cheese bread slices. Serves 6.

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Fillmore County Sports It can be called a rivalry by this point. SEC-East girls foes Houston and Mabel-Canton have now gone to overtime three straight years. Underdog M-C (3-10) led Houston (11-2) with around three minutes to go, 38-33. The ‘Canes a t t a c k e d The Trende Report the hoop and got to the free throw line, to build a 41-38 lead with 0:25 left. With u n d e r ten ticks, Paul Trende M-C had the ball still down three, but ‘Cane senior Becca Lee took a charge. She then was fouled on the in-bounds (0:04.4). Lee, to whom M-C’s gym is now a house of horrors, missed both free throws. Cougar Jordyn Newgard rebounded the miss, got up court, and banked in a game-tying three to send the contest to OT! There, Houston kept getting to the line. Becca Rostad made two freebies in the final ten seconds to give the Hurricanes a 50-47 lead. M-C’s final shot was no good. Houston survived 50-47 in OT. Alyssa Rostad (14 pts, 8-9 FTs, 5 rebs), B-Rostad (12 pts, 4-5 FGs), and Jenny Albrecht (8 pts,

13 rebs, 4 assists, 6 stls) led the victors. M-C got career-highs from freshmen Kenidi McCabe (23 pts, 10-18 FTs, 3-4 threes, 5 rebs, 4 stls) and Newgard (13 pts, 6-11 FGs, 5 rebs). Houston owned the free throw line (21 of 31 to M-C’s 1 of 3). M-C stayed alive from deep (6 of 17 to Houston’s 1 of 13). Last year, Lee had a chance to propel underdog Houston to an upset win, but she missed two free throws late in regulation. SEC-East champion M-C won 45-40 in overtime. Two years ago, Lee tied the game late in regulation. In overtime, M-C led 61-59 with 0:01 left. Cortney Johnston literally tossed in a ¾-court game winner, giving the home ‘Canes a 62-61 win in OT. Houston (4-2, 11-2) leads the SEC-East over Spring Grove (4-3, 7-6) and Schaeffer Academy (3-3, 7-5). M-C falls to 2-5, 3-11.

R-P Boys Run Streak to Six

Section 1A beware (not that they aren’t anyway); R-P boys basketball is again looking like R-P boys basketball. Tom Vix’s Trojans defended and offended their way to wins on back-toback nights in Rushford, bringing their win tally to six in a row. The Trojans subdued Spring Grove in a re-match of last year’s 1A East title game. Short of down 2-0, R-P led

the duration. SG cut into the Trojans’ 28-18 halftime lead, narrowing it to 30-27 early in the second. R-P replied by going up by as many as 19 (5435). The Lions didn’t go away. Top player, junior guard Alex Folz, scored all 20 of his points in the second half. And the Trojans were perfectly average (6 of 12) at the free throw line late. SG only got as close as six though. The Trojans prevailed 64-57. Four guys hit double figures; Landon Skalet (careerhigh-tying 18 pts, 4-5 FTs, 6 assists), Jake Paulson (16 pts, 7-10 FGs, 6 rebs), Ben Ansell (11 pts, 5-6 FGs), and Payton Hahn (11 pts, 3-5 threes, 4-6 FGs). Folz (20 pts, 7-7 FTs, 3-8 threes) and Sam Sanness (16 pts, 7-9 FGs, 6 rebs) led the Lions. As a team, R-P shot a seasonsecond-best 55.6% (25 of 45). SG shot 44.6% (21 of 47). Team green won the turnover battle as well, 16 to 21. A night later, Chatfield came to town. The Gophers entered coming off their worst loss (FC), R-P arguably their best win (SG). For 18-plus minutes, it was a battle. Chatfield senior Cole Hines had 10 first half points, the Gophers led by as many as five (19-14), but went to half down two (28-26). Reid Johnson hit a three early in the second to give Chatfield a 29-28 lead. Then the lug nuts spun off. The Gophers had eight straight, mostly live-ball, turnovers. Trojan senior Jake Paulson was a defensive menace (9 steals). R-P literally transitioned into a 19-0 run. In the span of five minutes, it went from “a game”, to, “game over.” The Trojans prevailed 62-42. R-P again had four in double-figures; Paulson (career-high 20 pts, 7 rebs, 3 assists, 9 stls), Skalet (14 pts, 4-8 threes), Ansell (11 pts, 4-5 FGs), and Hahn (10 pts). The Trojans hit a seasonhigh 80% (16 of 20) at the line. Johnson and Hines (12 pts each) led Chatfield, which finished with 28 turnovers. R-P then fell to PEM to end the week, 75-60. Skalet (new-career-high 23 pts, 9-12 FGs, 5-7 threes) was highly efficient. Paulson (13 pts, 7 rebs) and Hahn (10 pts, 5 rebs, 4 assists) helped The Trojans (3-4, 9-4) are 5-0 at home, 4-4 on the road or at a neutral site. Over the past three games, R-P starters Paulson, Skalet, Ansell, Hahn, and Dawson Dahl have scored all but five of the teams’ total points (181 of 186).

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R-P’s Jake Paulson avoids Alex Folz (left #24) to convert a layup. The Trojans controlled Spring Grove in a rematch of last year’s 1A title game. Paulson had 16 points and R-P got a big section win, 64-57. Photo by Paul Trende

Chatfield’s Jake Mandt stayed undefeated (26-0) and won his third tournament of the year, the Stewartville Invite. The #1-guy in the state at 145 racked up four pins for his title. Jake has (unofficially) a 47-match win streak. He hasn’t lost in over a year, at the 2016 Rumble on the Red. Seth Goetzinger (18-7) went 4-1 to take second. LARP wrestling took third (of 14) at the PEM Invite. The Scream-

ing Eagles had no champions, though Ross (106 > 18-5) and Noah Herber (182 > 19-7) each took second. Alyssa Rostad had 21 points, sister Becca Rostad had a career-high 13, and the siblings combined to hit eight threes, as Houston’s girls held G-E to three first half points in a 60-10 win. Lauren Buchholtz had her fourth double-double of the year (23 pts, 13 rebs) to lead Kingsland past La Crescent. The Lady Knights are 6-4, 8-7. FC’s girls, without one double-digit scorer, beat Lanesboro 46-19 to collect their third win in a row. Chatfield’s girls led wire-to-wire in beating R-P 60-32. Wyatt Pruter had 26 points including six threes, though Kingsland’s boys fell to #4 in AA Caledonia. The Knights (minus Pruter) then snuck past GM 55-53. Kingsland (5-5, 11-5) is 8-1 versus 1A foes, the most wins of any team in the section. The Knight are 9-2 in their last 11 games. James Hongerholt had 25 points, but Houston lost to Cannon Falls 63-62.

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M-C 46, Alden-Conger 47 (MC: Drew Wyffels 11 pts, 4 assists, 5 stls; Blake Henry 8 pts, 9 rebs; Pierce Lind 8 pts, 7 rebs; Brenden Kerns DNP. Threes: M-C 2-19, A-C 6-11. Lind made a put back with 10 seconds to give M-C the 46-45 lead. Knights made a contested shot at the buzzer for the win) PEM 64, FC 51 (FC: Luke Ristau career-high 14 pts; Brock Walsh 8 pts; Nate Haugerud 4 pts, 6 rebs, 7 assists) Kingsland 60, #4 Caledonia 77 (K: W. Pruter 26 pts (6-12 threes, 4-6 FTs), 3 stls; Zach Bubany 12 pts (4-9 threes)) GM 53, Kingsland 55 (K: Ian Meisner 13 pts, 5 rebs, 3 stls, 3 blks; Z. Bubany 12 pts, 7

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assists; Matthew Woods 10 pts, 10 rebs. Larks led 45-41 (6:45). Back-to-back three-point plays by Meisner and Jordan Beck gave Knights the lead, 47-45 (2:03). Kingsland hit six straight free throws late to lead 55-50 (0:28.7). But a Lark three-point play and two missed free throws gave GM one last chance, down 55-53 (0:20). Ethan Lane’s contested driving lay-up was no good) FC 40, D-E 54 (FC: N. Haugerud 14 pts. FC led 28-26 at half. Long D-E (6’6”, 6’6”, 6’5”) went to a 1-3-1 zone and Falcons had 14 second half points. FC: 1-5, 3-9) L-A 74, Chatfield 60 (C: R. Johnson career-high 19 pts (5-6 FTs), 7 rebs; Ben Brogan careerhigh 13 pts, 11 rebs. FTs: L-A 24-38, C 9-16. Gophers: 1-7, 3-10) M-C 61, G-E 48 (MC: D. Wyffels 14 pts (7-9 FTs), 5 rebs, 9 assists, 4 stls; Dylan Loppnow career-high-tying 13 pts, careerhigh-tying 12 rebs, 3 blks; Cody Hershberger 10 pts (4-5 FGs); P. Lind 9 pts, 5 rebs. Cougars (2-3, 5-7) end 4-game slide) Cannon Falls 62, Houston 61 (H: J. Hongerholt 25 pts; Alex Van Gundy 15 pts; Connor Van Gundy 14 pts. ‘Canes: 2-3, 5-7)

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FC 46, Lanesboro 19 (FC: Paige Donlinger 8 pts, 7 rebs; Emma Breitsprecher 6 pts, 6 rebs. L: Bailey Ruen 6 pts, 7 rebs. Ten Falcons scored; eight with either two or three made field goals. Halftime score was 27-5) La Crescent 55, Kingsland 61 (K: L. Buchholtz 23 pts, 13 rebs, 6 stls; Ellie BuchholtzNordi 10 403 S Mill Stre pts, 4 stls) 507-8

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G-E 10, Houston 60 (H: A. Rostad 21 pts (5-10 threes); B. Rostad career-high 13 pts (3-4 threes), 8 stls; Amber Chapel 10 pts. Halftime score was 36-3) R-P 32, Chatfield 60 (C: Macy Pederson 15 pts (3-6 threes), 5 assists; Britney Fretland 14 pts (4-5 threes, 5-8 FGs); Alanna Goetzinger 10 pts, 10 rebs; Silja Erickson 9 pts, 6 rebs. RP: Peyton Hoiness career-high 12 pts (4-4 threes)) FC 41, PEM 45 (FC: Alleigh Meyer 13 pts. Falcons trailed by nine at half (26-17) and led late, but fell) Caledonia 71, Kingsland 34 (K: L. Buchholtz 15 pts, 7 rebs; Lindsey Welch 13 pts) Chatfield 40, L-A 47 (C: M. Pederson 17 pts (4-9 threes). Gophers: 3-7, 4-10) D-E 79, FC 57 (FC: P. Donlinger 13 pts (4-5 FTs), 8 rebs; Madison Scheevel 13 pts. Fal-

Fishbaugher (182) took second, going 2-1 (pin, pinned, pin). He is 11-7. Davontae Goldsmith (170) took second, going 1-1 (won 5-1 D, lost 13-2 D). He is 15-6. Cael Bartels (113) took third (of five), going 2-2 (both losses by decision). Tyler Sexton (195) took third (of four)) PEM Invite (1st PEM (199), 2nd Caledonia/Houston (164), 3rd LARP (132), 14th of 14 FCLMC. The Screaming Eagles had no champions. Ross Herber (106) took second (7-0 D, pin, lost 11-9 D to Byron’s #3 in Class AA Maxwell Peterson). Noah Herber (182) took second (pin, pin, lost 11-3 MD). Carter Jonsgaard (113) took third (won 13-2 D, lost 9-8 D, won fall). He is 17-7. Dominic Jenkins (145) took third (won 7-3 D, lost 6-4 D, won 10-8 D). He is 15-5. FCLMC had just four guys wrestle. Cale Anderson (120) took third (2-0 D, pinned, won via injury default). He is 11-8)

cons: 3-6, 5-8) SG 60, Lanesboro 28 (L: Payton Benson 13 pts. Burros: 2-4, 2-11) PEM 59, R-P 33 (RP: Lauren Lawston 6 pts, 6 rebs; Mackenzie Eide 6 pts. Trojans: 0-9, 3-11)

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FCLMC 18, W-K 52 (Wolves forfeited six weights, won one forfeit. Eric Kunz (170) won by fall, Caden Anderson (126) a 6-0 decision. FCLMC is 0-4 versus TRC foes, 1-8 overall) Stewartville Invite (Chatfield took fifth of six. Places two (GMLOS 122.5) through five (Gophers 113.5) were separated by less than ten points. New Hampton (176.5) took first. Jake Mandt (145) went 4-0 with four pins to take first. Seth Goetzinger (106) took second, going 4-1 (pin, 17-2 TF, pin, pin, loss 12-10 D to GMLOS’ #6 in Class A Anthony Romero). Carter

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was performed, but Hrouda hemorrhaged during surgery. She received 14 units of blood and seven units of plasma before she and her newborn son, Rusher, were flown to a nearby hospital. There, she received additional transfusions, and Rusher was moved to the neonatal intensive care unit, where he also received a blood transfusion to increase his red blood cell count. “My family and I are so thankful for all the blood donors,” said Hrouda. “It is safe to say that without their time and donations, Rusher and I would not be here today. Because of donors, I get to watch my kids grow up and become the adults they dream

of being.” The Hroudas are just two examples of the many patients who depend on blood and platelet donors. Accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and patients receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease may all require blood to save their lives. The Red Cross must collect more than 13,000 blood donations every day for patients at approximately 2,600 hospitals across the country. Upcoming blood donation opportunities • Chatfield - January 24, 2-7 p.m. at United Methodist Church, 124 Winona E. Street. • Preston - January 30, 12-6 p.m. at St. Columban Parish, 408 NW Preston Street.

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Top left: Lanesboro native Holdyn embraces his father Mike Willford. Top right: Holdyn Willford can’t stop smiling. Bottom: Grandpa Jon Willford celebrates the Minnesota Vikings 29-24 victory over the Saints with his grandson Holdyn on January 14, 2018, at US Bank Stadium. Following the final 10-second touchdown pass from Case Keenum to Stefon Diggs -- celebrated throughout Viking country -- the Purple People Eaters Version 2.0 will advance to the NFC Championship title game to face the Philadelphia Eagles at their roost on Lincoln Financial Field. Photos submitted

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Fillmore County Police Reports Chatfield Police Department Jessica June Friederichs, 32, Chatfield, Minn.; 10/23/2017, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. 10/23/2017, No Motor Vehicle Insurance (Owner), Fine $200. 10/23/2017, Display Plates From Another Vehicle, Fine $300. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Chad Allen Aasum, 37, Rushford, Minn.; 11/19/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Giselle Alvarado-Lopez, 26, Wykoff, Minn.; 10/20/2017, Expired Driver’s License - Over One Year - No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $220. Elizabeth Lynne Beatty, 31, North Branch, Minn.; 11/3/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Zachary Michael Buttell, 26, Caledonia, Minn.; 12/14/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jasmine Angelique Dortch, 27, Canton, Minn.; 10/15/2017, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Christopher James Mogren, 37, Fountain, Minn.; 10/6/2017, No Motor Vehicle Insurance (Owner), Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Yong Muon, 42, Rochester, Minn.; 10/19/2017, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Sheila Beth Omar, 35, Lime Springs, Iowa; 11/1/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Nicholas Taylor Reynolds, 25, Byron, Minn.; 10/15/2017, Operate Motor Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $120. Michael Allen Riechmann, 42, Harmony, Minn.; 11/10/2017, Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Boisterous/Noisy/ Obscene, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 1/2/2019), Total Fees $390. Local Confinement - 90 days (stay 87 days for one year). Credit for time served: three days. Supervised probation for one year - Conditions (1/2/2018): Sign Probation Agreement, Con-

tact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign all releases of information, Educational assessment/program, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/controlled substance use with the exception of prescribed medications, No possession of alcohol or drugs with the exception of prescribed medications, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Submit to Chemical Testing, Submit to Random Searches, Domestic abuse counseling/treatment - Complete Domestic Violence Programming and follow recommendations, No assault/ aggressive/threatening behavior, Follow all state and federal criminal laws, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if charged with any new crime, if change address, employment, or telephone number, and/or if have contact with law enforcement. Taylor Anthony Roe, 20, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/9/2017, Underage Consumption of Alcohol, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Bibek Sahu, 41, Columbia Heights, Minn.; 10/28/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Bradley M. Stevens, 32, Eau Claire, Wis.; 10/11/2017, Fail to Transfer Title Within Ten Days, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. 10/11/2017, Expired Driver’s License - Over One Year - No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100. MN State Patrol – Rochester Mary Luella Moellers-Reicks, 55, Cresco, Iowa; 12/12/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Lloyd Philip Yocum, 42, Mabel, Minn.; 1/1/2018, Defrosting Required, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Preston Police Department Marvel Lea Flatness, 60, Lanesboro, Minn.; 12/29/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37. Daulton Thomas Gartner, 22, Preston, Minn.; 11/23/2017,

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Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37. Laura Lee Harrah, 62, Edina, Minn.; 12/29/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37. Rushford Police Department Jon Gregory Anderson, 52, Rochester, Minn.; 7/31/2017, DWI - Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test, Fine $1,000 (stay $500 until 1/2/2020), Total Fees $615. Local Confinement - 90 days (stay 60 days for two years). Credit for time served: three days. Serve as: Home Detention/Electronic Monitoring. Defendant to serve 27 days on EHM/EAM to begin on or before January 12. Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (1/2/2018): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign all releases of information, Educational assessment/program, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment - within 30 days, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/controlled substance use with the exception of prescribed medications, No possession of alcohol or drugs with the exception of prescribed medications, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Submit to Chemical Testing, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer. 7/31/2017, Obstruct Legal Process - Interfere with Peace Officer, Fine $3,000 (stay $3,000 until 1/2/2020). Local Confinement - 365 days (stay 335 days for two years). Credit for time served: three days. Serve as: Home Detention/Electronic Monitoring. Defendant to serve 27 days on EHM/EAM to begin on or before January 12 (Concurrent). Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (1/2/2018): Defendant to follow all terms and conditions as set forth in Count 1 (above). Roger Tyler Peterson, 28, Rochester, Minn.; 11/3/2017, Speeding (40/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. 11/3/2017, Exhibition Driving, Fine $40. Scott Randolf Steinfeldt, 38, Rushford Village, Minn.;10/20/2017, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. No Motor Vehicle Insurance - Owner, Fine $200. 10/20/2017, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30. 10/20/2017, Fail to Transfer Title Within Ten Days, Fine $200.

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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I recently purchased a trailer that requires yearly tabs. I’m worried the plate will get damaged if I mount it to the manufacturers bracket. I have noticed over the years Troy H. that own- Christianson ers of some trailers have mounted their trailer plates on the fender well in a vertical position and not horizontal so it can be read easier. Is that legal? Answer: If your trailer is a small utility trailer that has 3,000 pounds gross vehicle weight or under, it would receive a permanent Minnesota registration sticker. The registration sticker issued is displayed on the tongue of the trailer and no plate is required. Registered trailers weighing over 3,000 pounds gross vehicle weight require one license plate with yearly registration displayed horizontally with the identifying numbers and letters facing outward from the trailer. This plate must be mounted on the rear of the trailer. The person driving the motor

vehicle that is pulling the trailer shall keep the plate legible, unobstructed and free from grease, dust, or other blurring material so that the lettering is plainly visible at all times. It is unlawful to cover any assigned letters and numbers or the name of the state of origin of a license plate with any material whatsoever, including any clear or colorless material that affects the plate’s visibility or reflectivity. If law enforcement sees any equipment or registration violation, you could be stopped and warned or issued a citation, so please obey all equipment and traffic laws. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state. mn.us.

Fillmore County District Court On January 11, Benjamin Garth Miller, 26, of Spring Valley, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Miller is charged with Threats of Violence - Intent to Terrorize, a felony with a maximum criminal penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. On or

about, January 10, the defendant allegedly did directly or in indirectly threaten to commit a crime of violence, with the purpose to terrorize another, or in a reckless disregard of the risk of causing such terror; he allegedly threatened to beat up one family member and shoot another.

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Red Cross volunteers helping family of five from Fountain following home fire Local American Red Cross volunteers are helping a family of five, including two adults and three children, following a single family home fire off Hwy. 52 in Fountain on Wednesday. “After devastating fires, Red Cross volunteers connect with those affected ensuring they have a safe, warm place to stay, additional necessities, plus emotional support and help with long-term recovery planning,” said Melanie Tschida, Executive Director of the American Red Cross serving Southeast Minnesota. National Home Fire Campaign Seven times a day someone in this country dies in a fire. The Red Cross has a nationwide campaign called Sound the Alarm, Save a Life to reduce the number of home fire deaths and

injuries by 25% over the next five years. As part of the campaign, the Red Cross is joining fire departments and community groups nationwide to install smoke alarms in communities with high numbers of fires. The Red Cross also is asking every household in America to take the two simple steps that can save lives: checking their existing smoke alarms and practicing fire drills at home. Free smoke alarm installation If you or a loved one needs a free smoke alarm installed, visit getasmokealarm.org, call (612) 460-3674 or text “ALARM” to (844) 811-0100. For more information about home fire safety, including safety checklists, printable fire escape plans and more, visit redcross.org/mn/homefires. Download the free Red Cross

First Aid App at redcross.org/ apps to get access to life-saving information on what to do for common, everyday first aid emergencies including burns. By empowering local volunteers, the American Red Cross can fulfill its mission to prevent and alleviate suffering in the face of emergencies. Become a Red Cross volunteer in your community, visit redcross.org/ mn. How you can help The Minnesota Region of the American Red Cross responds to more than 600 disasters every year, most are home fires. You can help people affected by disasters like home fires and countless other crises by donating to American Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your gift enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people

The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its humanitarian mission. The American Red Cross serving Southeast Minnesota serves more than 520,000 people in Le Sueur, Rice, Goodhue, Wabasha, Winona, Fillmore, Olmsted, Mower, Dodge, Steele, Waseca, and Freeborn counties. For more information, please visit redcross. org/mn Like us on Facebook: American Red Cross serving Southeast Minnesota

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•Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •AA Closed Meeting, 12pm, Preston United Methodist Church, 212 St. Anthony St. N., lower level.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library* •Rushford AA Closed meeting, 7pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

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•Spring Valley Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*

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•Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.*

•Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* •Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, First Lutheran Church, 202 N. Oak, use side door on Newburg.*

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•Chatfield NA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

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•Spring Valley Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson.* •Mabel Public Library Story Hour, 9:30-10:30am. Preschool-elementary. 110 E. Newburg.*

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•Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507) 765-2518.*

•AA Crossroads Journey Group meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*

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•Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*

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•Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/fire Hall. For info, call (507) 288-6944.* •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston.*

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$399,900 2157 MARGARET ST NE, CHATFIELD #4083455 • 4 Bedrooms • 5 Baths • 1998 • Walkout • 5,751 sq. ft. • Hardwood floors • All new carpet • Double staircase • Paneled doors • 2 Story great room w/gas fireplace • Master suite w/vaulted ceilings • Jacuzzi & new shower • Private/Wooded cul-de-sac location • Close to School

CUTE & COZY

RENTAL OPTION

$680,000 12716 COUNTY RD 138 SE, CHATFIELD #4082543

REAL ESTATE CUSTOM BUILT IN UPSCALE NEIGHBORHOOD

NEW LISTING

8.33 ACRES

$129,900

• Commercial building great visibility in downtown Chatfield NEW with LISTING • 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for retail/office space • Large display window • Renovated handicap bathroom • New commercial grade carpet • Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor • Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments

TIM DANIELSON

REAL ESTATE

AFFORDABLE ACREAGE!

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY!

$79,900 #4084059

• 1 Bedroom • Garage • 2 Lots on the corner • Everything updated in 1992 • Affordable • Updated windows, roof & garage door • Gas $29 • Electric $105 • Water/Sewer $53 • Garbage $19 • Move-in condition • Start here

100 GOLD ST N, WYKOFF

$149,900

#4084344

• 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

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE

CHATFIELD – NEW - 5 acres tucked in the valley with 429 feet of Root River frontage including an old farm house to remodel for your permanent home or cabin. Small pasture for the animals & short drive to town. #4084702 $79,900 $69,900 CHATFIELD - Level lot (0.16 acre) ready to be built on located in an established neighborhood along a dead end street across from City Park. #4084421 $19,900 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. #4077950 $99,000 $89,900

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. #4076539 $49,900 LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – Wooded 5 acre building site with an amazing view. Additional land available. $119,900 $109,900 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

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REAL ESTATE

Charming 4 bdrm 2 bath home with character and charm. Hardwood floors, original woodwork, open staircase, paneled doors, French doors, 2 wood fireplaces, walk-up attic, 4 season porch, updated kitchen, walk out, and new updated electrical panel. This property is partially fenced and sits on just under an acre of land. Large enough for growing room. This one is sure to please!

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22051 COUNTY 20 PRESTON • $65,000

720 N BROADWAY SPRING VALLEY • $136,000 Great Business Opportunity as owner is retiring! Currently operating as a greenhouse and floral business which has been owner operated by 2 different families since 1954. Long term established business. Inventory will be sold separately as it changes on a daily basis. Excellent location on busy Highway 16 & 63. For more information or to schedule a time to preview the business give me a call!

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$92,900

933 GRAND ST SE CHATFIELD

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$106,500

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$87,900

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529 1ST ST

FOUNTAIN Ranch home • Wood ﬂoors • 3-season porch • Updated kitchen • Vinyl siding • Deck • Patio • Garage • Lower level is wide open to ﬁnish your way • Quiet street

Results

344 MAIN ST N #3 CHATFIELD

$215,000

Call Todd today! 507-259-5454

ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE

REDUCED!

LANESBORO

$59,900

FORESTVILLE STATE PARK

LANESBORO

$39,900

112 GOLD ST.

WYKOFF

SOLD!

140-acre farm • Approximately 63 acres tillable • Approximately 20 acres pasture ground • Building site with outbuildings • Woods • 1920 sq.ft. pole shed • Old barn • Ideal spot to build on

SERVING SE

1-level living • 2 bedrooms • Full bath • Laundry • Large living room • Formal dining room • Updated kitchen • Enclosed porch • Updated electrical • Newer water heater and roof • Newer ﬂooring and repainted • Owning is cheaper than renting!

LIST YOUR PROPERTY WITH TODD!

PENDING

BUILDING LOT FOR SALE

385 HILLSIDE ST. SE CHATFIELD

$40,500

Spectacular views • Large ranch • Master suite w/jetted tub • Walkin closet • Main ﬂoor laundry • Formal living room and dining room 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, ﬁshing, camping • Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to golf course • Open to builders • City Utilities • Remodeled kitchen • 4 bath • Lower level is currently set up as a Private • Ideal for house or cabin mother-in-law apartment • Completely remodeled and updated • 1/2 27583 DEEP RIVER ROAD acre lot • Wildlife • Large deck $630,000

Handy-man special • Large 2-story home • Large lot • Gutted to studs on upper level • Do the work and ﬁnish your way

Minnesota

MOVING? List your property with Todd!

Roxanne Johnson Broker/Owner, GRI, CRS, ABR Cell: (507) 458-6110 remax@harmonytel.net MN & IA Licensed

Call Brenda today! 507-951-2081

Chatfield Office Rochester Office 116 N. Main St. 4123 26th St. NW

202 RIDGEVIEW LANE

Condo • 2 bedrooms • 2 baths • Open living, Dining and

MOVING?

Excellent location on great cul-desac street in newer subdivision. Call me about Spring Valley housing tax incentives for new construction!

New Ofﬁce

4 bedroom • Steel siding • 2+ garage • Large yard Kitchen • Large master with 2 w/in closets • Attached • Open kitchen and dining • Living room • Ideal for garage permanent home or rental • Quick possession ING LIST $35,000 NEW 101 CEDAR ST available FOUNTAIN LIS NEW

BUILDING SITE 814 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $23,000

408 S BROADWAY SPRING VALLEY • $49,900

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Affordable home - own for less If you are looking for affordable housing than what rent payments would with no work or updates...this is it. Totally remodeled home with new 200 amp be. Great property with potential for electrical, updated windows, laminate improvements or great investment and wood flooring, perm. siding, new property. Newer furnace, some sheet rock, paint & molding throughout updated windows and partially fenced with full basement. All located in quiet yard. 4 bedrooms 2 baths, hardwood floors, formal dining area, eat in community of Greenleafton on hard surface road. Additional lot available - kitchen and mud room area coming in the back side door. Property call me for information on the extra lot. City sewer and water! priced in its “As Is” condition.

Todd Hadoff

If you are looking to sell your property, please give me a call and put my 20+ years experience to work for you! Or...if you are looking to purchase, let me help you ﬁnd your perfect home or acreage!

(507) 346-2060 Cell: (507) 951-2071 Toll-Free: (888) 835-8141

715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com

Commercial Opportunities $135,000

Spud Boy Diner

105 PARKWAY AVE LANESBORO

Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • High trafﬁc area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation

Kelsey Bergey Realtor, GRI Cell: (507) 251- 0281 remax@harmonytel.net MN Licensed

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Ofﬁce 507-886-4221 • 25 W Center St Harmony, MN 55939 EACH OFFICE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED

OPEN HOUSE

JANUARY 27 • 10-11:30AM

366 Main St N, Chatﬁeld

Easy living • Fresh paint • New ﬂooring • 2 bed, 2 bath • 1 car attached garage • $124,900

You ask...We answer. I sold a property last year, what should I take to my tax professional? In January, we provide our clients with a copy of their closing statement showing the expenses incurred as part of your property sale. Simply take this with to your tax preparer and they will be able to apply deductions as applicable to your situation.

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308 Main St W. Preston

Immediate possession! • Fresh paint • New ﬂoors • Updated kitchen • 3 bed, 2 bath • $94,000

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34869 Fawn Lanesboro LD ODr,

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1017 Washington OLStDNW, Preston

ING IA 709 Park St,DChester, PEN INGPreston 405 Hillside Drive, PEND Members of SEMN Association of Realtors, Rochester

HEATED SHOP

PARK-LIKE YARD

430 Main St, Ostrander

314 West St., Lime Springs, IA

American 4 square • Character & charm • 3 bed, 1 bath • 26x58’ shop, 1/2 heated • CB • 220 & Concrete • $94,900

Park-like yard, borders country • Beautifully landscaped • Open ﬂoorplan • 30x40 ft steel shed • $110,000

COMMERICAL OPPORTUNITIES CED! REDU

STEP INTO A SUCCESSFUL OPERATION

Well-established and professionally run restaurant located in the heart of downtown. Lunch & supper menu plus drive-through coffee. $160,000

TIMELESS TREASURE 106 E Prairie, Mabel

4 bed, 2 bath • Loaded with original details • Corner lot $78,900

CONSIDERING MAKING A MOVE?

Call Roxanne & Kelsey for a free market valuation today!

For someone who enjoys people from around the world and guests ranging from private parties to corporate retreats. An outstanding property offering an exceptional experience. $495,000

• Consulations are conﬁdential • Over 23 years of Professional & Dedicated Ser vice • Get 2 full-time realtors for the price of one

Real Estate - 2,448 sq ft main level with apartment, plus walk-up attic and full basement. Equipment included for full restaurant and bar. $115,000

Residential • Acreages • New Construction Farm/Ag • Commercial • Recreational/Hunting

Built in 1905, 2,976 sq ft space. Renovated and ready to move into. Green space in back with on and off-street parking.

Looking for representation you can count on... Buying or selling, put our experience to work for you!

HISTORIC B & B

COMMERICIAL LOCATION OFFERING COMMERCIAL/RETAIL SPACE ICE CREAM SHOP & MORE

Well run seasonal business in Lanesboro, MN.

Call Roxanne & Kelsey ...because every move matters!

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EMPLOYMENT Full-time custodial position available at Fillmore Central Schools. Application available online at www. fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us or any school office. Send completed application to: Heath Olstad, Principal, Fillmore Central Schools, PO Box 599, Harmony, MN 55939. Position open until filled. Fillmore Central ISD #2198 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. h15,22-o SUPPORT WORKER AND HOUSKEEPER needed in Spring Valley area for 6-year-old with emotional behavior disorder. Must be 18+, must pass background check with fingerprints and submit application. Must be able to follow directions and work independently. If interested, text 507-517-9430. h18,15,22-x ROOT RIVER HARDWOODS Kiln Dried Lumber Store. Looking for a reliable person to work in lumber store and be a backup delivery driver. Truck driving experience helpful, benefit package available, retirement plan. Apply at Hwy 52 N, Preston, MN, 507-765-2284. h15,22-o ROOT RIVER HARDWOODS Looking for a reliable person to work in sawmill, benefit package available. Retirement plan. Apply at Hwy 52 N, Preston, MN, 507-765-2362. h15,22-o

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time and part-time Registered Nurse 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 on 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, January 26, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. EOE. h15,22-o HELP WANTED: Part-time milker, includes moving cows. Evening shifts: two nights per week plus every other weekend. 15-20 hours per week. Holiday pay. Milk quality incentive pay. HazBroy Farms, Lanesboro. 507-259-1512. h15,22-o

507-494-8740

OPEN INTERVIEWS

AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

Spring Valley Living will be holding open interviews on January 25 from 2-5pm. No appointment necessary. Please bring a copy of your most recent resume or apply online prior to event at: www.springvalleyliving.org/careers. INTERVIEW LOCATION:

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The City of Wykoff has a vacancy on the Zoning Board, interested persons should send an email or submit in writing their interest to the City Clerksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Office by February 6, 2018. This is a four year volunteer position. You will be compensated for meetings. The email address is Wykoff@arvig.net. Inquiries can call City Hall at 507-352-4011. h15,22-o

Spring Valley Living is seeking full-time and part-time CNAs, LPNs and RNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to work in our skilled nursing facility. We offer competitive wages plus generous shift and weekend differentials. Printed To apply please with send Soyresume ink to hr@springvalleyliving.org. EOE. h15,22-o

Join Our Farm Team! Sweet 16 Farm in Houston is looking for a 15-20hr/ week Assistant Production Manager, April-November 2018. Previous growing experience is required. We are a market garden farm focused on organicallygrown cut flower production, hi-tunnel vegetable/herb production, and hops. Job details and application available at: www. sweet16farm.com or 507-864-2260. h22-o

Spring Valley Living has openPRINTED WITH SOY INK ings in Home Health for part-time Home Health Aides and RNs or LPNs. Opportunity to move to full-time positions in the future. To apply please send on recycled paper resume to Printed hr@springvalleyliving.org. EOE. h15,22-o

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Spring Valley Living is hiring for a full-time Cook and part-time Dietary Aides. No experience necessary! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll train you to be a part of our team. Please visit our website at www.springvalleyliving.org/careers or stop in to apply today! EOE. h15,22-o

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Housekeeping Cooks Dietary Aides CNAs â&#x20AC;˘ HHAs RNs â&#x20AC;˘ LPNs

SPRING VALLEY LIVING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Advertising Sales SIGN-ON BONUS

Are you organized? Do you have great written and verbal skills? Do you enjoy helping people? SIGN-ON BONUS Then this will be the perfect job for you! The Fillmore County Journal is hiring for an advertising sales position to take over an established territory in the Rushford, Peterson, Houston, and Winona area. This position offers great compensation opportunities, tremendous flexibility, and the ability to work from home. Marketing experience is a plus. Past sales experience preferred. If you are looking for an opportunity to help businesses succeed with a publication that sells itself, then please send your cover letter and resume to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com or, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

is looking for part-time City of Ostrander General Maintenance.

Responsibilities will include operation and maintenance of city equipment. Assist with maintenance and groundskeeping. Hours limited to 20-30 hours/week with exceptions as needed for emergencies. Expected to be on-call 24/7 with no more than 30-minute response time. High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License. Must have working knowledge of maintenance equipment. For the right candidate, we are willing to train. SIGN-ON BONUS

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Contact: Karen Miller, DON 507-498-3211 Ext. 73427

125 5th Ave SE, Spring Grove MN 55974

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER

RN/LPN Full-time

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER Where old friends become reacquainted and new friendships are found!

Full-time Evening CNA 2:15-10:30pm positions available Thinking about a career as a CertiďŹ ed Nursing Assistant (CNA)? We can help launch your career! Paid training and paid while you are training! Contact: Sue Lenz, DON (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73377 or Deb Johnson, OfďŹ ce Manager, Ext: 73372

or apply online:

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GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939

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Tickets ~ $5 Adult â&#x20AC;˘ $4 Kids & Seniors

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN RATED PG

FRIDAY, JANUARY 26....7:30PM SATURDAY, JANUARY 27....4PM & 7:30PM SUNDAY, JANUARY 28.... 4PM & 7:30PM BRING YOUR OWN BUCKET FOR POPCORN EVERYDAY & SAVE! WWW JEMMOVIES COM s 507-886-7469

AUCTION CALENDAR Sat., Jan. 27 at 9am - Toys, antiques, tools, household items, furniture, guns and much more! For more information contact Spring Valley Sales, 507-346-2183. Listing in the Journal

ONLINE AUCTIONS Starts ending on Sun., January 28 at 5:30pm Rushford - Peterson School Auction: Restaurant equipment, walk-in coolers,commercial power tools, Championship banners, office equipment & furntiure and much more! Contact Darr Auctions & Realty, 800-852-0010. Listing in the Journal

EMPLOYMENT

AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Get FAA approved hands on Aviation training. Financial Aid for qualified students Career placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888686-1704 (NANI)

Position Available Day/Evening Shift

Contact: Sue Lenz, DON (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73377

JEM THEATRE

Spring Valley Living is currently hiring a part-time Universal Worker within our housing with services apartments. Duties may include housekeeping, meal service, activities and some home health cares. No experience necessary. To apply please visit our website at www.springvalleyliving.org/careers or stop in for an application. EOE. h22,26-o

Where old friends become reacquainted and new friendships are found!

Part-time Position Available Night Shift

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Spring Valley Living has an immediate opening for a Director of Home Care Services. Qualified candidates must possess a current and active license to practice as an RN in the State of MN. Previous leadership and/or home care experience required. Please send resume to hr@springvalleyliving.org to apply. EOE. h15,22-o

gundersenhealth.org/tweeten or contact: Michelle Borreson, Administrator 507.498.3211 Ext. 73427

RN/LPN

507.886.7469 (SHOW)

MABEL Green Lea Senior Living is Looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference

CNA

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW! Earn $1000 per week! Paid CDL Training! STEVENS TRANSPORT COVERS ALL COSTS! 1-877-209-1309 drive4stevens.com (NANI)

$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

NEW AUTHORS WANTED! Page Publishing will help you self-publish your own book. FREE author submission kit! Limited offer! Why wait? Call now: 855-623-8796 (MCN)

"Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."

Hormel Foods in Austin, Minnesota is hiring Industrial Mechanics and Electricians. Great pay and benefits. Apply at www.hormeljob.com. Hormel Foods Corporation is an EOE Minorities/ Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. (MCN)

Full-time Evenings and Nights Part-time All Shifts

Contact Tanya or Joyce

115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 â&#x20AC;˘ EOE

â&#x20AC;Śbecause the journey matters

FOR SALE Wood pallets. All sizes and wood colors. $5 each. Call 507-251-5297. s23tfn-x HAY FOR SALE - Small square bales. $3.50 per bale. 507-273-7336. s8,15,22-x

H NOW HIRING! Join our team! FEED MILL ATTENDANT/OPERATOR Harmony Agri Services, Inc has an immediate opening for a fulltime feedmill attendant/operator. We offer a competitive wage, great benefit package including health insurance and a 401K with a match. CDL preferred but not necessary. Applications can be picked up at: Harmony Agri Services, Inc 25 2nd St NE Harmony, MN 55939 507-886-6062

FRIGIDAIRE STAINLESS STEEL Gallery Collection: Side-by-side refrigerator, electric stove, over-the-range microwave and dishwasher. Will sell one or as a package. Call 563-547-4338 and leave a message. s22-x Pianos, Digital Pianos, Rodgers Church Organs - New, Used, Sales & Service - Call DEWEY KRUGER MUSIC, Northwood, Iowa, 800-933-5830, deweykrugermusic.com. Printed s8,15,22,29,5-x with Soy ink

FRUIT & NUT TREES From $15. Blueberry, Strawberry, Grape, Asparagus, Evergreen & Hardwood Plants & MORE! FREE Catalog. WOODSTOCK N1831 PRINTEDNURSERY, WITH Hwy 95, Neillsville, WI 54456. Toll Free 888-803-8733 wallace-woodstock. com (MCN)

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SUMMARY OF MINUTES JANUARY 2, 2018 COUNTY BOARD MEETING The Fillmore County Board met in annual session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press. The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: RESOLUTION 2018-001: Final payment to Fahrner Asphalt Sealer LLC for Airport Chipseal Project AIP 3-27-0080-12-17, SP No. A2301-34 RESOLUTION 2018-002: Sponsor City of Rushford in application for a Safe Route to School Grant through Transportation Alternative Program RESOLUTION 2018-003: Dedication of a portion of tax forfeiture proceeds to parks BE IT RESOLVED that regular 2018 County Board meetings will be held at 9:00 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month with understanding that special meetings will also be held first and fourth Tuesdays at same time and other meetings may be called as necessary. BE IT RESOLVED that the 2018 Fillmore County Per Diem rate be set at $45.00/day as prescribed by law. BE IT RESOLVED that each American Legion Post or Veterans of Foreign Wars Post of Fillmore County, making application for said appropriation for defraying expenses of Memorial Day exercises for 2018, shall be granted $75.00 RESOLUTION 2018-004: Use of website as alternative method to disseminate bids BE IT RESOLVED that Fillmore County Board hereby sets County Commissionerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual 2018 salary. BE IT RESOLVED that Fillmore County Board hereby sets the County Attorney annual 2018 salary. BE IT RESOLVED that Fillmore County Board hereby sets the Recorderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual 2018 salary. BE IT RESOLVED that Fillmore County Board hereby sets Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual 2018 salary. â&#x20AC;˘ cease nominations and cast a unanimous ballot to elect Commissioner Mitch Lentz as Chair of Fillmore County Board of Commissioners â&#x20AC;˘ cease nominations and cast a unanimous ballot to elect Commissioner Duane Bakke as Vice Chair for Fillmore County Board of Commissioners. The Board approved the following agenda items: â&#x20AC;˘ the agenda. â&#x20AC;˘ the following Consent Agenda: 1. December 19, 2017 County Board minutes. 2. Payment of Association of MN Countiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; invoice for 2018 annual dues. 3. Payment of Association of MN Countiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; invoice for 2018 MN Association of County Social Service Administrators annual dues. 4. Payment of Association of MN Countiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; invoice for 2018 Local Public Health Association annual dues. 5. Payment of 2018 MN Association of County Administrator dues. 6. Payment of 1st qtr. invoice to Olmsted County Community Services for DodgeFillmore-Olmsted Community Corrections 2018 appropriation. 7. Overnight stay for Property Appraiser to attend required training for licensure. 8. Successful completion of probation for Nicholas Meldahl, Transfer Station Attendant. 9. Family and Medical Leave for employee #1473. â&#x20AC;˘ 2018 Non-Union Pay Plan. â&#x20AC;˘ 2018 Merit Pay Plan. â&#x20AC;˘ electronic device stipend list as amended. â&#x20AC;˘ Natural Resources Block Grant agreement FY2018 and FY2019 with State of Minnesota. â&#x20AC;˘ 2018 Auditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s warrant policy. â&#x20AC;˘ payment of Homecare Association annual fee. â&#x20AC;˘ renewal of Homecare license. â&#x20AC;˘ renewal of annual Toward Zero Death grant. â&#x20AC;˘ renewal of annual Statewide Health Improvement Partnership grant. â&#x20AC;˘ renewal of annual Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant. â&#x20AC;˘ Transportation Services Contract with SEMCAC Transportation. â&#x20AC;˘ set 2018 mileage reimbursement rate for the use of a private vehicle for official County business at Federal Internal Revenue Service rate. â&#x20AC;˘ set 2018 hourly rate of temporary entry-level office help in appointed offices. â&#x20AC;˘ authorize elected officials, department heads and division leaders overnight stays to attend their respective annual Association of Minnesota Counties conferences and other meetings. â&#x20AC;˘ County payment for flu shots for County employees to be provided as an employee benefit. â&#x20AC;˘ adopt 2018 Commissionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; committee appointment list as amended. â&#x20AC;˘ appointment of Association of Minnesota Counties 2018 Policy Committee Members and Delegates. â&#x20AC;˘ set minimum salary for Auditor/Treasurer who will take office in 2019. â&#x20AC;˘ set minimum salary for County Attorney who will take office in 2019. â&#x20AC;˘ set minimum salary for Recorder who will take office in 2019. â&#x20AC;˘ set minimum salary for Sheriff who will take office in 2019. â&#x20AC;˘ designation of bank depositories. â&#x20AC;˘ set June 12, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. for Fillmore County Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting. The following Commissionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Dell Marketing LP, asset purchase $600.00 MCCC, MI 33, services $41,836.63 MN Association of County Officers, dues $1,440.00 MN Dept. of Corrections, services $31,940.72 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $75,817.35 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (17 bills - not listed) $1,894.58 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $77,711.93 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (None) $0.00 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (1 bill- not listed) $100.00 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $100.00 GREENLEAFTON SEPTIC PROJECT Vendor Name, Description Amount Gopher Septic Service, Inc., supplies $853.00 TOTAL GREENLEAFTON SEPTIC PROJECT BILLS OVER $500 (listed above)$853.00 TOTAL GREENLEAFTON SEPTIC PROJECT BILLS OVER $500 (none) $0.00 TOTAL GREENLEAFTON SEPTIC PROJECT FUND $853.00 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566. Publish 22

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No.: 23-PR-18-18 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAELS. DALTON, Deceased. NOTICE OF INTENT TO EXERCISE AS TO ASSETS IN THE STATE OF MINNESOTA ALL POWERS OF A LOCAL PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 524.4-205 The undersigned, Sheila H. Dalton, hereby states and confirms the following: 1. My full name is Sheila H. Dalton. 2. My address is 451 West Orange Street, West Branch, Iowa 52358. 3. That I have been duly appointed by the Iowa District Court for Cedar County, Case Number ESPR019030, as Administrator for the Estate of MICHAELS. DALTON, date of death November 12, 2017. 4. That I intend to exercise as to assets in the State of Minnesota all powers of a local personal representative and shall maintain actions and proceedings in the State in Accordance with Minnesota Statutes Section 524.4-205. 5. That concurrently with the filing of this Notice in Fillmore County District Court, Probate Division, I have also filed a certified copy of the Iowa District Court for Cedar County, Order Granting Administration and Appointing Administrator Without Bond. 6. To the best of my knowledge no administration has been commenced and no application or petition for administration is pending in Minnesota. 7. That this Notice shall be filed and published in accordance with Minnesota Statutes so as to allow Sheila H. Dalton to exercise as to assets of the decedent in the State of Minnesota all powers of a local Personal Representative. Under penalties for perjury, I declare or affirm that I have read this document and I know or believe its representations are true and complete. Dated: December 20 , 2017 /s/ Sheila H. Dalton STATE OF IOWA COUNTY OF CEDAR The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 20 day of December, 2017, by Sheila H. Dalton. /s/ D L Chelf, Notary Public ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Netercut Schieber Attorneys, PA 32 Main Avenue North P O Box 657 Harmony, MN 55939-0657 507.886.6131 NethercutLaw.com Publish 22, 29

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2018 Teacher of The Year? Teachers have a very challenging and important job, shaping the minds of our future generations. Teacher Appreciation Day is May 8, 2018, 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 17, 2018. 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 8, 2018 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.

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