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Jake Fishbaugher: 2017 NFL Student Athlete of the Year

New member elected to Lanesboro School Board By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

School board member Terri Scott resigned from her position on the board due to moving out of the district. During a special meeting, Steve Storhoff was appointed to fill Scott’s seat until her term is up. He will begin serving on the school board in February. At their January 28 meeting, the Lanesboro School Board approved the 2018 board elections, appointments, etc. Dave Ruen was elected as the board

chair, Dave Lawstuen as vice chair, Steve Snyder as clerk, and Lolly Melander as treasurer. The meetings will continue to be on the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the elementary library. The Merchants Bank of Lanesboro was set as the district depository and the News Leader as the official newspaper. Nethercut Schieber Attorneys was set as the general business legal counsel and Rupp, Anderson, Squires & Waldspurger as the See MEMBER ELECTED Page 7 

Houston School Board passes audit with flying colors Jake got to rub elbows with NFL players during his award ceremony and came home with mementos signed by Laquon Treadwell and Stefon Diggs, Vikings wide receivers #11 and #14. “It was CRAZY to be on the field with the players,” says Jake of his experience that day. Photo by Stacey Hildebrandt, Photographer, LCLA Photographie By Julie Little julie@fillmorecountyjournal.com

playing. It’s a good experience just to be a kid.” The easiest part about football for Jake is, “having fun. The hardest part is when you don’t have the winning record and you have to keep going and don’t give up.” Jake plays both offense and defense. On offense he’s a tight end. “Coach likes me for a receiver,” says Jake, “because of my speed.” He’s 5’6”, which is tall for a seventh grader, and very quick. On defense he’s a linebacker. Jake actually prefers playing defense because, “I like how the team gets pumped up when defense is doing well.” Next year Jake will be one of the oldest players on the team so his goal is to keep that in mind and be a good leader. Jake has been inspired and encouraged by many people in See FISHBAUGHER Page 2 

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The Houston School Board met for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. in the library of Houston Public High School. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and board members Bonner, Stillin, Wilson, Lundak, and Carlson. Board member Norlien arrived at approximately 6:02 p.m. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board added a signage discussion item to the old business section of the agenda, then approved the evening’s agenda and a resolution for a closed negotiation strategy meeting, both unanimously. The board then opened the meeting to public comments, of which there was none, and unanimously approved the consent agenda. The consent agenda contained one contract, one hiring memo, and one resignation, along with a pay equity report. The first discussion item on the agenda was the presentation of the district audit performed

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by Chris Popenhagen of the firm Clifton Larsen Allen. Popenhagen reported, among other data, that there was no exception with the school’s financial statements, and that the school’s reporting were all in order and in compliance. Popenhagen mentioned that the general fund added a balance of $189,000 in the 2017 year, but also noted that online enrollment was down. A new category, Long-Term Facilities Maintenance, posted $365,000 in revenue, replacing the previous category of Deferred Maintenance. Deferred Maintenance had been part of Health & Safety, which posted a loss of about $46,000, a negative which Popenhagen said would “ride for about another 18 months” before reimbursements. Poenhagen reported on a few trends in the audit, noting that the school district was using most funds as they came in, and that fund balances were See PASSES AUDIT Page 6 

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When you first meet Jake Fishbaugher, you might notice his broad smile, his firm handshake, his friendly voice, and his easy going manner. What underlies all of this is a true leader with a competitive nature, a willingness to work hard, an athlete’s discipline, and a strong sense of team spirit. Jake, a seventh grade student at Fillmore Central, was recently presented with the NFL Student Athlete of the Year Award for 2017. The NFL recognizes several outstanding people each year with award certificates, but it is unusual for someone so young to be included in this ceremony according to Stacey Hildebrandt of Preston, who does photography for the Youth Football Program. Earlier this year, Jake was

attending an event at the new Vikings stadium when he met several influential people including Wilson Edwards, Minnesota State Director for Youth Football. Jake showed that he had the kind of characteristics Youth Football values. The website for the Minnesota Association of Sports Officials (maosa.org) says about Jake in announcing his award, “He is a straight A student, two-year manager for varsity football and one-year varsity baseball manager, played in the fifth and sixth grade football program. He’s played baseball since he was four and has played basketball since third grade. He recently wrote and gave a speech at the school’s Veterans Day Program.” One thing Jake likes most about playing football is, “You don’t have to worry about much, like homework or school when you’re

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his life. His parents, Kristina and John, recognized Jake’s athletic interest and ability from a very early age. “Jake started going fishing up north at Lake of the Woods when he was two years old, golfing at three, and playing baseball at four,” says his mom. Jake just missed the big annual ice fishing trip up north with his dad for the first time because he had a basketball tournament. If he could have been in two places at the same time, he would have been! Other people in his life that Jake credits are his older twin brothers, Clay and Alex, his sister, Emily and her boyfriend Justin, his cousin Sam, who is like another brother, his grandparents, and many others. “My brothers and Justin encouraged me to be healthy,” says Jake. For example, he started lifting weights and paying attention to what he eats. After workouts he’ll often have a protein shake. “But I also have a sweet tooth,” Jake grins, “I got that from my mom.” Sam, who was a captain in his senior year, was a really good leader and his insights have inspired Jake towards leadership too. “You’re not born being a good leader,” Jake says, “You have to want it… to learn it. You need a willingness to not give up. You have to want to make your team better — you can’t get down on each other, but lift each other up.” Jake’s father, John, says that his son works hard at what’s important. He’s been competitive from the start. “He had to have a bet on just about everything from who could race up the stairs the fastest to who could touch the car first after eating out at the Branding Iron.” Jake practices and builds his skills. “We played lots of catch,” John says, “we were out there even when it was 35 degrees with snow banks.” His dad played ball with him whenever he could, but even that wasn’t enough. When Jake was 10 years old, he took the money he earned from cutting thistles on the family’s CRP land and bought his own pitching net for practice. John says, “It’s important to get up and get things done.” Jake would get a boost in pay if he started his thistle cutting early. So he got out there at 5:45 a.m. and took a selfie to send to his dad as proof that he was being industrious enough for the extra cash. This same work ethic served him well as the fifth and sixth grade team manager for varsity football. He and his friend

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had to get all the equipment, help with water, mow the practice field (including the line markers on three fields). “It was hard work,” Jake recalls, “and on windy days half my body was green from the grass!” While it’s an honor in itself for Jake to be recognized by the NFL, the Student Athlete of the Year award has additional benefits that go beyond honor and recognition. The awards ceremony was quite an experience. “It was CRAZY to be on the field with the players!” Jake says. He was fist bumping with NFL players, hanging out with the Vikings cheerleaders, exploring the new stadium including the tunnels and locker rooms where nobody gets to go. He was gifted two footballs by Vikings wide receivers; a blue one signed by Laquon Treadwell and another ball signed by Stefon Diggs. “There is no monetary award like a scholarship,” explains Stacey Hildebrandt. “Giving money to students isn’t allowed. It’s more about making connections. The MAOSA wants to empower outstanding kids with the tools they need to provide positive experiences in their communities, to know that they’re strong and they can overcome any obstacles. If they put forth the effort they can make a difference, a positive impact, on their friends, their schools, and their communities.” As an example, Jake was given a complete set of flags and belts so he would have the tools he’d need to help start up and coach a local flag football team. He will also be invited to several NFL events throughout the year. If they travel, Jake could go along. Jake and his mom tell the story of how he learned he’d won the Student Athlete of the Year Award. Jake said, “It was shocking when it happened!” “We were golfing,” Kristina began. Family and friends golf every Sunday afternoon in season at the Old Barn Resort in Preston, where the scenery is beautiful. They find that Sunday afternoons are quiet, allowing them to take their time and just have fun. Jake started joining the older men on the course three years ago when he was in fourth grade. “At first,” said Kristina, “the men were questioning whether Jake was good enough to play. Then they saw him drive. Now everyone argues about who will get Jake on their team.” They were golfing the Sunday that Jake learned he’d won the award. “There is a particularly difficult hole,” Kristina explains, “they usu-

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ally use an older ball when they tee off in case it gets lost. When it was Jake’s turn, we said, ‘Here, use this ball…” They’d written the news on that golf ball. How does Jake manage all of his activities and interests that include many sports, friends, and most recently, nature photography? “He’s got a good balance between sports and school, work and play,” said his mother. “He will say when he’s had enough and it’s time to go home.” Jake is able to balance all the competition and responsibility in a healthy way. “He’s outside playing basketball. He’s outside hunting. He’s using sports, taking it seriously, and we’re proud of him,” said his father, “but he can still be a kid. No matter what happens in sports in the future, with his grades and his work ethic he will do well, he will be a good and responsible person.” And Jake adds, “A lot of it is planning ahead, making good decisions, deciding what’s more important. School comes before sports.” Jake’s favorite subject in school is math. Someday, he says he might like to be an orthodontist. Why an orthodontist? “It’s about helping people,” Jake answers. “There’s more,” prompts his father. “Well,” Jake says with a smile, “there is a guy from Faribault who’s an ortho-

dontist. He has his own plane and flies up to Lake of the Woods every weekend. People have his food and everything he needs ready when he gets there and he fishes until Sunday. That sounds good. And if I had my own plane I would go and visit my brothers.” No matter what Jake Fishbaugher ends up doing with his life, this award is recognition of how exceptional he is as an athlete, a student, and a person. He can’t remember who first said it, but Jake believes “you can learn a sentence from a win and a book from a loss.” Nelson Mandela said the same thing a little differently,

“I never lose. I either win or learn.” This time, Jake has won a meaningful award. “He took everything in that day,” said Stacey Hildebrandt about the award ceremony, “he stood up, looked people in the eye, and shook hands; he was not on his phone, but there in the moment, grateful for the opportunity.” Through his wins and losses, Jake has also learned to be a leader and a good team player. Now, and in the future, if someone gets hit hard, misses a tackle they should have made, or just has a bad day, they’d be lucky to have Jake on their team saying, “Next play, next play. You’ll get it next time.”

The award ceremony at First Bank Stadium in October was not just about receiving an award. Jake was able to spend time and make connections with Vikings players and leaders, other award recipients being recognized for their contributions, and, of course, the lovely Vikings cheerleaders. Photo by Stacey Hildebrandt, Photographer, LCLA Photographie

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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.

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C ommentary Partisan true believers are part of the problem, In praise of party politics not part of the solution years, I have discovered a pattern. By Eric Lee By Dr. Bryan Van Gorp Rushford, MN What is the right thing to do? That question should guide our political discussion not what a party’s position is. Truth should be Dr. Bryan the basis of Van Gorp debate and discussion rather than party talking points. As an independent voter who has voted for republicans, democrats, independents, greens and democratic socialists; parties are not important. What matters is the candidate’s character and what they stand for. What matters is the future of our Country, our one human family and the earth we live on. We can’t have a good faith debate or discussion if one person’s position is not consistent with the facts, reason or is advocating unethical behavior. Not all opinions are equally valid, some are provably false or harmful. The end does not justify the means. The end is inherent in the means. If we find ourselves defending a liar, denying science, justifying sexual assault, arguing education isn’t beneficial, billionaires need tax breaks, taking a discriminatory position or rationalizing crimes; perhaps it is time to rethink our position. Will we have the courage of Marcus Aurelius who said, “If anyone can show me, and Editorial Cartoon

prove to me that I am wrong in thought or deed, I will gladly change. I seek the truth, which never yet hurt anybody. It is only persistence in selfdelusion and ignorance which does harm.” Let’s stop pretending thoughts and prayers are an adequate governmental response. Our “leaders” send thoughts and prayers instead of investing in solutions. Thoughts and prayers don’t rebuild homes, provide drinking water or electricity nor do they bring victims of gun violence back to life. They don’t build the renewable infrastructure necessary to lessen the next disaster. Our problems are created by us and we must come up with solutions. Quit with the thoughts and prayers and get to work. Honest debate and research could provide solutions so fewer thoughts and prayers will be needed in the future. Get over the tired myth that the Founders intended a Christian nation. Freedom of religion is antithetical to a country embracing a particular religion. Many of the Founders were Deists. Deists thought it was possible there might be a god because Natural Selection had not yet explained the development of life on earth and they had no other explanation. Deists were not Christian. A few quotes to clarify their positions. Thomas Jefferson, “In every country and every age, the priest has been hostile to liberty.” “Christianity neither is,

nor ever was a part of common law. Erecting a wall of separation between church and state is absolutely essential in a free society.” John Adams, “The government of the United States is not in any sense founded on the Christian Religion.” Thomas Paine, “All national institutions of churches, whether Jewish, Christian, or Turkish, appear to me no other than human inventions set up to terrify and enslave mankind, and monopolize power and profit.” James Madison, “Religion and government will both exist in greater purity the less they are mixed together.” The attributes of citizenship are; courage to stand up to bullies rather than following the leader, compassion to care for others rather than use influence for self gain, and integrity to advocate for the idea that all people are equal. Feeling separate from or superior to others is not good citizenship. In Nancy Koehn’s book Foraged in Crisis, she defines leadership, “Someone who can help us overcome our own individual limitations of laziness and selfishness and weakness and fear to get us to do better harder things than we can do on our own.” We obviously lack this kind of leadership at present. It is up to “we the people” to create change through a united nonviolent movement. It is time to practice the attributes of citizenship and fight for a just and sustainable future. If not you, then who?

Harmony, MN I am going to state what anecdotally feels like an unpopular opinion, these days. I like party politics. I wasn’t always this way, and it took me a Eric Lee while to get here, but let me take you through my exciting journey. You see, much of my life I have preferred to think of myself as an independent. I can think for myself. I won’t be beholden to any one party. I can work in other ways to advance things that I care about. I’ll find groups to work with. Prior to the 2016 election, I had been involved in petitioning, calling (to a much lesser degree than I have been since), and fundraising regarding different individual issues. After all, there are plenty of groups doing work to protect our environment, the rights of workers, a woman’s right to autonomy over her own body, to further access to health care, and getting the vulnerable the services and assistance they need. But I have limited resources, in terms of money and time. Then every four years, the parties begin the selection process for their Presidential candidates. Yes, I know there are mid-term elections, much like this year, and I voted in them, but my attention was drawn to, and sparked by, the Presidential races. Now, in looking back over the

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I have, nearly without fail, voted for one party. I have been hesitant to think of myself as a party person, but here is the thinking which got me here. This (essentially) two-party system may not be perfect. Both parties have done some things wrong, or just bungled the optics of operations pretty badly from time to time. But at the end of the day, I know that there is one essential difference between the two parties, and it is the key difference that defines my support for the DFL and Democratic party, as a whole. It is that I believe that good, responsible, accountable government is entirely possible, and is necessary for the healthy functioning of our cities, states, and nation. I believe that government policy can positively affect people’s lives; that my taxes can, and should, go to ensuring the social welfare, education, and security of our most vulnerable; that good regulation exists, not to hinder entrepeneurs, but to protect those who cannot protect themselves from those who would put their own profit above all else, including the very air, land, and water we depend upon. Now, I could, as I have in the past, wait for a few candidates to come along, see where they are, and find out how they move me. Then those candidates will have to marshall resources, on their own, every few years, building with the information that has been there and working to woo a new group of people. Or, I can do what I have been moved to do, and that is to dive right into a party. See, with party infrastructure and organization in place, it requires much less energy to find the candidates you need, especially in our local races. We can more naturally foster along the growth and development of candidates whom we know, and whom we can depend on to support and defend the values we hold, as expressed in the platform. We can have an infrastructure in place, ready to promote them, rather than having to ramp up that energy (and money) in having to get that information every two or four years. I know the party whose vision most closely aligns with my own, and I want to get together with my friends and neighbors to work to get that vision implemented. It seems to me that the most energy efficient way to do that is to stand by that party, to stand with it, and to hold it accountable when it doesn’t live up to the vision we’re all hoping for. It’s messy. There’ll be disagreements. But that’s how we improve. Anyway, I hope to see more than a few of you out at the caucuses, February 6. We may not be in the same room, but here’s to civic engagement!

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C ommentary Gratitude By Tim Penny President/CEO Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation With the barrage of news these days from the ongoing fires and flooding in California to the terror attacks around the globe and of course the c o n s i s t e n t Tim Penny thrum of politic divide, it is still important to sit back and reflect on what to be grateful for at this time of year. And, there is so much for which to be thankful for this year. For me, I’m thankful for my family, which has now grown with the addition of an eighth grandchild. Professionally, I am grateful for the donors and many partners who make possible the impactful work and accomplishments of the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF). At SMIF, we have the pleasure of working with many generous donors and collaborative partners who help us move the needle on a number of issues in southern Minnesota. Together we effect change and I saw that happen in December at FEAST! Local Foods Marketplace where local food producers connected with the public and buyers to launch new business relationships and open expanding markets. This annual event

would not happen without our many partners such as Renewing the Countryside, Region Nine and the U of MN SE Regional Sustainable Development Partnership. Our FEAST! donors include Minnesota Department of Agriculture, The McKnight Foundation, Hormel Foods and Mayo Clinic among many others. This past year SMIF has also rededicated its work to focusing on the vitality of our small towns and a commitment to rural. To do this we launched the Rural Entrepreneurial Venture (REV), a unique, long-term project that focuses on developing processes and systems for sustainable economic growth. We selected five towns to participate in REV – Blue Earth, Lake City, Le Sueur, Lanesboro/Spring Valley, and Spring Grove. In addition, through our new small town grant program, we also provided seven grants to communities under 5,000 totaling $61,500. In 2018, we will launch a retooled version of this program. Partnership and collaboration made all of these programs and events possible. To advance Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation’s work, we have steadfast partnerships with many organizations. One example is Region Nine, who we honored as our Partner Of The Year at our Annual Luncheon this past year. Other partners such as the Mardag Foundation stepped in to

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play an even larger financial role in our Quality Child Care Provider (QCCP) program. This program has trained over 500 early child care professionals in our region. Another partner, ABDO Publishing, generously supplied additional books for our QCCP program this past year. The Department of Employment and Economic Development recently granted dollars to support our Prosperity Initiative program through 2018 and 2019 along with CliftonLarsonAllen Foundation, The McKnight Foundation and Fred and Shelly Krahmer of Fairmont, who provided gap funding for the Prosperity Initiative when we needed it. This vital program offers business training and mentoring to new immigrant and minority entrepreneurs in our region. There are so many partners to be grateful for this year; together we are advancing the vitality of southern Minnesota. Finally, all of this work would not be possible without the support of SMIF’s many donors. In our efforts to make a greater impact on southern Minnesota we sought increased funding from both existing and new donors. Our goal was to raise $300,000 by year’s end and thanks to our many supporters we have raised $380,000! That total includes 54 new donors for the year and almost 50 of our current donors who increased their giving by 38%. I am thankful and humbled by their belief in what we do in partnership with others to invest in the future of our southern Minnesota region. As always, I welcome your comments and questions. You can reach me at timp@smifoundation. org or (507) 455-3215. About Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donor-supported foundation, invests for economic growth in the 20 counties of south central and southeastern Minnesota. The Foundation has provided more than $106 million in grants, loans and programming within the region during the past 31 years. SMIF’s key interests include early childhood, community and economic development. To learn more about our work and mission, visit www.smifoundation.org.

Government this week Thursday, February 1 • Houston School Board, High School Library, 6 p.m. Monday, February 5 • City of Houston Planning Commission, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Preston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

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The modern day tattoo stigma By Deanna Kay Phillips To get a tattoo or to not get a tattoo, that is the question. In today’s society there is a growing interest in getting tattoos, but some people judge others very hard for Deanna Kay the amount Phillips of tattoos that they have or what the tattoos look like. Tattoos are more common now than what they used to be, but people still aren’t entirely accepting of other people getting them. Having a visible tattoo can affect a person getting a job. In a survey run by Salary.com, 76% of the people they interviewed felt that having visible tattoos and piercings would hurt an applicants chance of being hired after an interview with their potential future boss. With that same survey, 39% of people said that visible tattoos and piercings on workers reflected poorly on the employer. Why would a tattoo reflect badly on the employer? The person could have gotten the tattoo after she or he started working at the job. Also a tattoo should not reflect badly on a person who does not have one or chooses not to have one. The only time a tattoo truly reflects badly on any person is when it’s the tattoo of an ex’s name, and they are stuck with that reminder. The older a person is, the more likely she or he is to be offended by the someone with a visible tattoo. This also applies vise versa; the younger a person is, the less likely the person is to be offended by someone with lots of tattoos. Why are older people so offended by the sight of tattoos? I believe it’s because some of that older generation grew up at a time when it was considered odd to have a tattoo. They grew up during a time when only those who had tattoos were outsiders who didn’t have much to look forward to in life. People who were rebels used to be the only ones who got tattoos, which again brings

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us back to the point that more people have tattoos today than they used to even 10 years ago. Today tattoos are not only worn by those considered rebellious, but by people from all walks of life. People have found a way to express themselves for others to see through the art on their skin. Just because a person does not understand what a tattoo means or why the person would want a tattoo like that doesn’t mean others have a right to judge that person. Tattoos are being used to make light of painful memories, to use as strength because a person has been weak, or because that tattoo represents something or someone in life that has had a major influence. In asking some fellow students about their opinions on tattoos, one person replied with, “You do you.” This was that person’s way of saying he doesn’t care if you have a tattoo. It’s your body; you do what you want with it. Another person said that “It’s a way of expressing your emotions/feelings and letting other people see them.” People shouldn’t judge others for the things that give them strength and reminders. In the end, a tattoo isn’t all that different from an item that holds a dear memory. A tattoo is a visible way of showing people how one feels about something that happened at some point on their life. They can see what someone else holds near and dear to his/her heart, but they might not be able to figure it out right away until they hear the person’s story. Tattoos aren’t bad, and neither are the people who get them. In a way they give someone a glimpse into another person’s life. Salary.com. (n.d.). Survey: Tattoos Hurt Your Chances of Getting a Job. Retrieved at www.salary.com/tattoos-hurtchances-getting-job/ Deanna Kay Phillips is a student at Mabel-Canton High School. She is one of seven area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its 19th year.

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Monday, January 29, 2018

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Compromise moves land acquisition forward By Karen Reisner Mike Tenney, DNR, and Robert McGillvray, The Trust for Public Land, faced commissioners at their January 23 meeting to ask them for a third time to consider a land acquisition of 337 acres from the Larson Family Trust. The land is to be added to the Choice Wildlife Management Area. It straddles Norway and Preble Townships. Tenney said we now propose to single out about 42 acres of tillable land and exclude these acres from the project. Originally, the ask was for the entire 379 acres owned by the family trust. In large part the objection to the land acquisition, previously, has been the inclusion of tillable farm land. Outdoor Heritage Funds will be used primarily to purchase the land. The DNR will also contribute Reinvest in Minnesota funding when the land is transferred to the DNR. Within the total 379 acres there is 72 acres of farmable land which is not currently enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (42 acres) or being used as a buffer strip (27 acres). Tenney said he expects most of the current agricultural land still included in the acquisition will be converted for wildlife habitat; some could be managed for food plots leaving standing corn for winter.

Commissioner Duane Bakke asked about a piece of property with some buildings. Tenney said the buildings may add value to the 42 tillable acres being split off. Bakke called this a good compromise. The resolution for the proposed land acquisition of 337 acres was approved. Chairman Mitch Lentz voted no. Commissioner Randy Dahl conceded that land for recreation was important, in his comments after the land acquisition was approved. However, he noted there are 30 licensed police officers in this area and only one game warden. He insisted one is not enough. The DNR is managing more and more acres with way too few personnel. Bordering private property owners have to deal with trespassers; invasive plants and trees get out of control when crews are not there to manage the land. Dahl wants legislators to consider the need for more personnel. Highway County Engineer Ron Gregg requested and received approval for the purchase of three 2018 pickups. These purchases were budgeted for 2018. Two halfton pickups will be purchased on the state bid from Midway Ford: half-ton super cab for $27,962.92 and half-ton crew cab for $30,354.92. A one-ton regular cab will be purchased

from Ranger Chevrolet for $30,071.20; equipment including aluminum box will be purchased for $15,648. The 2018 Bridge Replacement Priority list was approved. All townships were solicited to allow them to make a request for a particular bridge. A Snow Removal Policy was approved with modifications. Gregg said the policy clarifies how we address snow issues. Brent Kohn assured the board that they will continue to operate as they have in the past. The policy will be available to the public on the county’s website. Jail upgrades As part of an ongoing process to comply with the Department of Corrections inspection requirements, Sheriff Tom Kaase requested approval of the purchase and installation of six combination toilet/sinks in the cell block. A quote from Southeast Mechanical, Inc. to replace the toilet and sink fixtures with the combination fixtures, to cover the existing wall with stainless steel paneling, and to do the necessary plumbing was approved. Each unit and installation costs $4,750, or a total of $28,500 for the six units. Bakke asked if the purchase was included in the sheriff’s 2018 budget. Kaase said it wasn’t. Bakke chastened Kaase for needing to dip into reserves to pay for

the toilet/sink units, something that needs to be done, this early in the 2018 budget year. Kaase introduced Winona State University student Daniel Thorson. The board approved an unpaid internship for Thorson. The sheriff’s office has had an intern from Winona State for years. Thorson is a Fillmore County resident (Rushford), is a member of the National Guard (combat medic), and is a junior in the criminal justice program at Winona State. Thorson noted he has had an interest in law enforcement since middle school. He will earn 12 credits for his 480 hours with the county. Other business in brief • The purchase of equipment for payment processing at a cost of $15,519 was approved. Carrie Huffman said the purchase was budgeted for 2018. It will cut the time needed to process tax payments in half. • A contract with the Government Management Group for 2017-2019 was approved for Cost Allocation Plans. There is a fixed fee of $5,100 per year. • Legislators will be at the February 13 board meeting to discuss 2018 Fillmore County Legislative Priorities. • Approval to pay 2018 premiums to MCIT was given: $102,188 for Workman’s Compensation and $136,434 for Property/Liability. These payments are budgeted on an annual basis. • Approval was given for the Marco quote for Phase II of the

switch replacement for Information Systems. The one time payment of $54,728.26 was in the 2018 budget. • County Recorder David Kiehne reviewed the certification of compliance with recording requirements report for 2017 as required by state statute. The report was approved, as were projected expenditures from allocated and unallocated accounts for expenses related to land records. • Linda Logsdon, RN, was promoted to Public Health Nurse effective January 26. • A one time deposit of 80 hours of PTO to Coordinator/ Auditor/Treasurer Bobbie Vickerman was approved for her additional responsibilities. Vickerman did not ask for the compensation, but it has been the norm to offer compensation for extra duties and responsibilities. Commissioner Marc Prestby voted against. • The EEO/Affirmative Action policy was approved as edited. Final approval was given for the amended Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. Kohn said no one will loose PTO through this process. • The Purchase of Service Agreement with Families Services Rochester for Family Engagement Strategies was approved. Kevin Olson said the four year contract is the same as last year, no change in cost. Telecommuting agreements with Denise Zwart and Jessica Bergsgaard as recommended by social services manager Olson were renewed.

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holding stable. The board and Popenhagen then went through the audit piece by piece, with the overall note being positive on the state of the district’s finances. Superintendent Abraham took a moment to commend the district staff for their financial reporting, as the district garnered zero findings or issues in their audit. “How common is it to have an audit with zero findings?” Abraham asked Popenhagen, who replied “Not very.” The board gave a round of applause, with cheers directed at the district Director of Finance, Gwen Rostad. Superintendent Abraham also mentioned by name the district Payroll Clerk Kelly Beckman and district Payroll Benefits Coordinator Marsha Benson for their hard work. Next, the board moved on to dscuss enrollment projections. Superintendent Abraham noted that the district had a jump in local enrollment for the current

year, but encouraged caution to not think the jump would be sustained into next year at the same rate. Board member Carlson mentioned a large class of fifth graders that Abraham noted would graduate in 2025, and without another “baby boom” the district would most likely not see a class size like that again. Next year’s enrollment, Abraham reported, is projected to be up by 60 due to targeted enrollment at the lower grades. The board’s final discussion item for the evening was the establishment of a Strategic Planning Committee. Board member Bonner expressed doubt that the committee needed to be established as standing, and suggested an ad hoc structure for the committee to be called when a topic appears. After debate, the board established strategic planning as a network of ad hoc committees for each of the four main district goals: tech, curriculum, marketing and partnerships. These committees were established in an attempt to keep on top of each district issue as

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Monday, January 29, 2018 they come. In old business, the board unanimously approved a resolution directing the administration to make recommendations pertaining to reducing programs or positions within the district. The board then approved four policies upon second reading, regarding Family Medical Leave Policy, Harassment and Violence, and mandated reporting of both child neglect and the maltreatment of vulnerable adults. Next, the board discussed and approved new signage for all of the district’s school buildings, for a total cost of $6,730. Superintendent Abraham noted how each sign was designed to match each building’s style and architecture, and the board was in general agreement that these signs have been approved not only by the board, but by current and former Houston students. The board had no new business on the agenda, and Board member Norlien reported to the board about the district’s spring garage project, noting that Superintendent Abraham has had difficulty getting a quote due to local construction firms being “swamped.” The board also discussed replacing a district server for HVAC controls and installing nesting boxes for screech owls during the Owl Festival. The Houston School Board will meet for its next regular meeting on Thursday, February 1, 2018, at 6 p.m. in the library of Houston Public High School.

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school law legal counsel. The superintendent and board chair were authorized as the official contacts for those companies. The annual compensation for board members was raised to $1,500 for the chairperson, $1,200 to the clerk and treasurer, $1,000 for the directors, $500 for the chief negotiator, $400 for the other negotiator, and $300 for the education district representative. Board member Christine Troendle was appointed to the policy committee and the advisory committee. A second person will be appointed to the policy committee at the February school board meeting. Both Steve Snyder and Dave Lawstuen will serve on the finance, facilities, and long-range planning committee and the personnel committee. Dave Lawstuen was appointed as the board representative for the Minnesota Sports High School League and Dave Ruen as the education district representative. The economic development and legislative liaison representative spots will be filled at the February board meeting. Christine Troendle attended the Minnesota School Board Association conference for the second year in a row, and enjoyed the experience once again. She learned a lot about the role of the school board in

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the district and recommended the experience to all of the board members. Stacy Schultz applied for and received a Toolbox Education grant from Lowe’s Home Improvement for the district, which will be used to build an outdoor classroom. Lowe’s employees will come to help build the structure. The district is in the second round of the grant process for a $10,000 grant from the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation to purchase the Creative Curriculum series to be used in the daycare, ECFE, elementary special education, preschool, and kindergarten. The goal is to be able to align the curriculum across all early childhood programs. The 2018-19 school calendar was reviewed and approved. The Region V joint powers agreement was approved by the board after being reviewed by Superintendent Schultz. The agreement was last modified and approved in May 1995. Region V is the financial computer services company that works with the district to run payroll, financial reports, etc. A resolution directing the superintendent to make recommendations for adjustments in curriculum, programs, and staff for the next school year was approved. The next Lanesboro School Board meeting will be held on February 15 at 7 p.m.

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Obituaries Carol Ann Gunderson Carole Ann Gunderson, 75, of Spring Valley, passed away on January 22, 2018, at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield. Carole was a devoted wife, mother Carol and grand- Gunderson mother and a friend to all that knew her. She was born on December 29, 1942, in Rochester, Minn., to Lloyd and Winnifred (Draheim) Ober. Carole grew up in Chatfield and graduated from Chatfield High School. Carole married Dennis Gunderson on June 30, 1962, at the Homestead Memorial Church in Rochester. They made their home in rural Spring Valley, where she was a homemaker and raised their two sons. Carole worked at Mayo Clinic and Jim’s Accounting & Tax in Chatfield. Carole was an avid reader who also enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, sewing and traveling. She was a board member of Sumner Township and Washington Cemetery, as well as a member of the Eastern Star and Fillmore County History Center. Carole is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Dennis and two sons, Chris (Lesa) Gunderson of Spring Valley and Kelly (Sue) Gunderson of Hudson, Wis.; two grandchildren, Brady and Sydney, also of Hudson, Wis.; brother-in-law Dick Gunderson, sisters-in-law Wanda (LeRoy) Brown and Anita (David) Ray, all of Florida; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Jim Ober. Carole will be greatly missed by all of those fortunate enough to have known her. A memorial gathering and time of sharing will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, February 3, 2018, at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield. Riley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory of Carol with the family please visit RileyFuneralHomes.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests considering a donation to the 5th District Eagles Cancer Telethon in Carole’s memory to help fight cancer.

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Christel Molter Jefferis Christel Molter Jefferis, 80, of Chatfield, passed away on January 22, 2018, at her home. Christel was born March 12, 1937, to Karl and Else (Mensch) Molter in I d a r- O b e rstein, Ger- Christel Jefferis many. On March 12, 1964, she married Mallory Jefferis in Mannheim-Kafertal, Germany. Christel enjoyed spending time with friends, crocheting, and pottery. Christel is lovingly remembered by her husband Mallory. She was preceded in death by her daughter Margaret Jefferis, parents, and brother Karl-Wilheim Molter. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m., Thursday, February 1, 2018, at Chatfield United Methodist Church, with Pastor Debra Jene Collum officiating. A luncheon will follow. Visitation and a time of sharing will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Riley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory of Christel with the family please visit RileyFuneralHomes.com. Craig Alan Mensink Craig Alan Mensink, 61, of Preston, Minn., passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on January 17 after his heroic fight against cancer. Craig Alan Craig was Mensink born in 1956, in Preston, to Wendell and Cleo (Miedema) Mensink. Craig graduated from Preston High School in 1974 and went on to graduate from Rochester Community Technical College in accounting. Craig briefly worked at Harvester and KFIL Radio before finding his true calling as a farmer. Craig and his wife Pam took over the family farm near Greenleafton, Minn., in 1977. With the addition of his son-in-law Chad Persons to the farm operations, he continued to work and harvest crops until he passed away. Craig was a passionate educator and promotor of pork farming: He served with Fillmore County Pork Producers,

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

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the Minnesota Pork Board and the National Pork Board. During his tenure with the National Pork Board, he worked on several committees and traveled to countries such as Japan, China, Brazil, and Russia. Craig received numerous accolades for his farming: In 2011 Craig and Pam were awarded the Minnesota Farm Family of the Year for Fillmore County, and in 2017, Craig received the Distinguished Service Award from the Minnesota Pork Board in recognition of his selfless service to the pork industry. Craig was also a devoted servant to his local community; and volunteered time to his church, Christ Lutheran, 4-H, and cooked and donated pork to numerous events around Fillmore County. Craig married Pam (Hovey) in 1977; in 2017 they celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. They have three children, Mike (Rachel) Mensink, Mandy (Nate) Olsen, and Megan (Chad) Persons; three grandsons: Owen and Asher Olsen, and Jackson Persons; and one granddaughter, Lizzie Mensink. The pride that Craig took in his farm was only overshadowed by the pride he took in his kids and grandkids. Craig instilled in his family an appreciation for agriculture, honesty, integrity and the importance of always finding time to serve others and give generously. Craig loved life, he lived it to the fullest. He enjoyed the outdoors; hunting, fishing, golfing, camping, country music, Camero car drives, and sunrises in the combine. He worked hard, but knew the value of spending quality time with his family and friends. Craig will be remembered fondly for his contagious smile and laughter, sense of humor and genuine personality. Nothing brought him greater joy than being on the farm with his wife and having his kids and grandkids come home. Craig is preceded in death by his brother, Rich Mensink. He is survived by his parents, Wendell and Cleo Mensink; siblings Brenda (Dean) Tollefson, Dave (Tracie) Mensink, Cindy (Ron) Mensink, and Will (Patty) Mensink; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, January 21, with a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. Monday, January 22, both held at the Christ Lutheran Church, 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, Minn. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial donations be made to Christ Lutheran Church. Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home, Preston, Minn., assisted the family. Edith A. “Edie” Brekke Edith A. “Edie” Brekke, 81, of Rushford, Minn., died on Friday, January 19, 2018, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. Edie was born on April 30, 1936, in Houston, Minn., to Abraham and Hazel (Lanz) Peterson. She was a graduate of Houston High School. In 1954, she married Corry M. Burt. To this marriage were born two children, Sharon and Corry. Edie’s husband, Corry died in October of 1965. In

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. 1970, she married Charles Brekke. Together they had a son, Paul. They were later divorced. Edie loved handywork, especially sewing and crocheting. In Rushford, she worked at Woody’s Cafe and the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in the nursing, dietary and activity departments. Edie loved going for rides in the country and looking for UFOs at night. She is survived by her children, a son-in-law, Rick; four grandchildren, one great-grandson, a brother, John (Helen) Peterson; and her sister, Genevieve Stanfield. Edie was preceded in death by her first husband, parents, and by a sister, Eunice. Per Edie’s wishes, a private family service is being planned. Hoff Funeral Service in Rushford is assisting the family with arrangements. Erma Shaw Erma Shaw, age 98, passed away on January 21, 2018 at Cottagewood in R o c h e s t e r, surrounded by her family. A funeral service was held Thursday, January Erma Shaw 25 at 11 a.m., with visitation on Wednesday, January 24 from 5-7 p.m., and one hour prior to the funeral; lunch was served following the service. All services took place at the Free Methodist Church in Fillmore, 19127 Co. Hwy 8, Wykoff, Minn. Erma was born on March 18, 1919, to Laura and Carl Ericson on the family farm near Chatfield, Minn. She married Alvin (Jeff) Shaw on July 19, 1941. Shortly after they were married Jeff left to fight in WWII. She continued living with her parents until he returned after the war. They purchased a farm just outside of Fillmore, Minn., where they stayed until retiring from farming in 1977, when they moved to Wykoff, Minn. Erma enjoyed living in town. She was active in the community; a member of the card and birthday clubs, women’s auxiliary and secretary of the senior citizens group. Erma loved spending time with her family and friends. She was never too busy to spend quality time talking to loved ones over a cup of coffee. With those people

she couldn’t keep in touch with on a daily basis, she enjoyed the countless letters she wrote. Erma was an avid card player; she would never walk away from a good game of 500 (or a bad game of 500). She was a joy to visit, always so excited to see us, like we were the most important people in the world, and to her, we were. She is survived by her children Gary (Linda) Shaw, Chatfield, Gail (Chuck) Rollie, Spring Valley and Shiela (Mark) Carroll, Rochester. She will be remembered forever by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Jeff, two sons, a grandson, two sisters, and a brother. Online condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com. Frances Fried Wainwright Frances Fried Wainwright went to be with her Lord on December 27, 2017. Frances was born on July 18, 1927, to Harry and Hilda McKay of rural Harmony. Frances graduated from Harmony High School in 1945 and then attended business college in Winona, Minn. While working as a bookkeeper at a department store in Winona, she met her future husband, Myron Fried. They were married on March 3, 1948, in Decorah, Iowa. They had one daughter, Lisa. They moved to Tuscon, Ariz., from Winona, in 1954 and Frances worked at a Sears store there for 39 years before retiring in 1993. In 2002, Frances married Maurice “Dick” Wainwright. Frances is survived by her husband Dick, daughter Lisa (Mark) Heltemes of Vail, Ariz., grandsons Jason and Joshua Gyarmathy of Tucson, Ariz., great-grandson Peter, step great-grandson Charlie, sisters Marjorie (Adrian) Johnson of Silver Bay, Minn., Marilyn Ludens of Harmony, brother Chester McKay of Harmony, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her first husband Myron in 1983, her parents Harry and Hilda (Peterson) McKay, sisters Donna McKay, Phyllis Coffman and Harriet Benjamin, brothers-inlaw Bob Coffman and Bill Benjamin. A memorial service was held on January 13, 2018, at Immanual Presbyterian Church in Tucson, Ariz., and burial was in the church cemetery. See OBITUARIES Page 18 

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M C Cougar NEWS Congratulations to the Dorian Vocal Festival Participants: Avery Arneson, Cody Hershberger, Deanna Phillips, Travis Vatland and Laura Vettleson-Trutza. These five singers spent January 14th & 15th at Luther College rehearsing and attending concerts. The Festival Choir of over 1,000 singers was directed by Dr. Andrew Last, Dr. Jill Wilson and Professor Mark Potvin.

The junior chemistry class hosted "A Day of Demos" where they showed chemistry demonstrations to the K, 3rd and 5th grade classes. The demonstrations included: slime, burning cash, homemade bubbles, elephant toothpaste, circuits, acid-base reactions, lava lamps and floating tea bags.

Congratulations to Miranda Cox and Maddy Michelson on their acceptance into Dorian Band Festival in Decorah, IA. The concert is open to the public and will be Monday, March 5th.

The 5th and 6th Grade Math Wizards teams competed in their first meet last week in Kingsland. 5th grader Bode Weidemann earned 9th place in the Individual Round and Hayden Erickson earned 8th place in Fact Drills and 9th place in Individuals.

Thank you to everyone that supported Turkey Bingo. We appreciate your continued support! The proceeds goes towards the 6-8th grade Ski Trip to Welch Village and the 6th grade trip to Eagle Bluff.

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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I was recently told that I could not keep the trailer ball mount attached to the receiver of the vehicle Troy H. when it is Christianson not actually hooked up to a trailer. Is this in fact true? Answer: There is not a law in

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Minnesota that prohibits leaving a ball hitch in the receiver when not pulling a trailer. I do recommend that you remove your receiver hitch when it is not in use as it can cause injury if you or others walk into it. There is also an increase in damage to vehicles that collide with a trailer hitch as it may puncture the front grill, hood and radiator area. There are laws that prohibit obstructing the rear license plate; this includes a ball that is attached to the hitch. The law also requires that the ball hitch be of sufficient strength to control and support the weight of a trailer and must be a device approved by the commissioner of public safety.

The law also requires that your cargo is properly secured. It is important to frequently inspect your trailer, hitch, safety chains and lights when traveling. 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 Central board appointments set for 2018 By Hannah Wingert At their January 22 meeting, the Fillmore Central School Board approved the official appointments, assignments, and designations for 2018. Ross Kiehne was appointed as chairperson, Craig Britton as vice-chairperson, Deb Ristau as clerk, Jim Love as vice-clerk, and Sue Sikkink as treasurer. There were no changes made to the annual board salaries and they remained at $1,440 for the chairperson, $1,080 for the vice chairperson, clerk, vice-clerk, and director. The treasurer will continue to be paid $1,350 annually, and extra meetings will be $25 each. Board members Emily EllisOnsager and Shelly Topness will serve on the Community Education committee, Britton on the Continuing Education committee, Britton, Kiehne, and Love on the Facility Focus committee; Sikkink on the System Accountability committee, and Britton, Kiehne, and Love on the Vendor Negotiations committee. Sikkink and Topness were appointed to the Meet and Confer committee, Kiehne, Sikkink, and Topness to the Nego-

tiations committee; Ellis-Onsager and Love to the Policy committee, Britton and Ellis-Onsager to the Curriculum committee, Kiehne, Ristau, and Sikkink to the Budget committee; Kiehne and Love to the Technology committee, and Ristau to the Staff Development committee. Ristau will serve as the Minnesota School Board Association liaison, and Britton as the MSHSL/Three-Rivers Conference board representative. Ellis-Onsager will sit on the Special Education Advisory Council, and Ristau and Sikkink on the Extra-curricular advisory committee. The First SE Bank of Harmony, First State Bank of Fountain, F & M Bank of Preston, and the Minnesota School District Liquid Asset Fund were set as the official depositories for the district. The official newspapers are the Fillmore County Journal and the Fillmore County News Leader. The radio stations for school closings are KQYB, KFIL, KROC, KNXR, and the tv channels are KTTC, KAAL, and the Harmony and Preston local cable channels. The official school district legal coun-

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cil will continue to be Knutson, Flynn, & Deans. Official school notices will be posted in the elementary office, district office, and high school office. Kathy Whalen, Darla Ebner, and Richard Keith were given the authority to wire transfer funds and purchase certificates of deposit. The regular school board meetings will continue to be held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Principal Heath Olstad wished to recognize the one-act play team on their recent accomplishment of being named the Three-Rivers Conference champion. Resignations from elementary paraprofessional Rhonda Frisch, daycare teacher’s assistant Jessica Koenig, and custodian Peyton Breitsprecher were approved by the board. Daron Wiltgen was hired as a longterm substitute for Kelly Duff during her maternity leave and Sydnie Huffman as the teacher assistant in the daycare toddler room. Blaise Sass was approved as a volunteer coach for the wrestling program, Tris Tollefson as head softball coach, Keith Larson as the head baseball coach, Brad Holten as the head boys golf coach, and Aaron Mensink as the head girls golf coach. The board reviewed quotes received for a commercial steamer for the high school kitchen. The quote for the Vulcan steamer from Rochester Restaurant Supply was approved. Quotes were received from Daktronics and NEVCO for a new football scoreboard. The board approved the quote from Daktronics in the amount of $41,070 for the purchase. A total of $40,000 in donations were accepted with gratitude from the board for the purchase of a new football scoreboard. $15,000 was donated from the Harmony Area Community Foundation, $20,000 from the Fillmore Central Booster Club, and $5,000 from the Fillmore Central Youth Football. The school has been having ongoing issues with its entry door access equipment over the last couple of years due to obsolete equipment. The quotes for to upgrade it came to $4,087.57 for the elementary school and $7,125.24 for the high school. The board approved the quotes. The February board meeting will be moved to at 7 a.m. on February 27 due to possible conflicts with basketball playoffs.

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Fillmore County Police Reports Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Hillary Ann Churchill, 25, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/29/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Mitchell Ray Dempewolf, 19, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/9/2017, Underage Consumption of Alcohol, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.

Kevin Lee Good, 55, Mabel, Minn.; 9/29/2017, DWI Other Controlled Substances, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 for one year), Total Fees $415. Local Confinement - 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year - Conditions (1/11/2018): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar,

Fillmore County District Court On January 18, Matthew Alan Onstad, 39, of Altura, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Onstad is charged with Fleeing Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, a felony with maximum criminal penalty of three years and one day in prison, a $5,000 fine, or both. On or about January 16, a Fillmore County Sheriff’s

deputy attempted to pull the suspect over for suspicion of driving with a revoked license, loud exhaust, and unsecured load. The defendant allegedly fled the officer in a motor vehicle and then on foot. A bottle containing methamphetamines was allegedly found upon searching the suspect’s foot path.

No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance - have valid license to drive, Sign Probation Agreement, No mood-altering chemicals, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Complete Chemical Assessment within 30 days from November 11 (2017), Follow recommendations of evaluation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer. Alyssa Emily Rose Hoppe, 26, Hopkins, Minn.; 1/1/2018, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Michael Duane Hyland, 48, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/22/2017, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within Two Hours, Fine $1,000 (stay $500 until 1/8/2020), Total Fees $620. Local Confinement -

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365 days (stay 364 days for two years). Credit for time served: one day. Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (1/8/2018): 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, 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, Comply with Ignition Interlock Program. Bradley Dean Lynne, 54, Preston, Minn.; 10/30/2017, Emergency Telephone Calls/Communications - Interrupt, Interfere, Impede, Disrupt 911 Call, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,950 until 1/8/2020), Total Fees $140. Local Confinement - 365 days (stay 365 days for two years). Supervised

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probation for two years - Conditions (1/8/2018): 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, Follow recommendations of evaluation, Cooperate with the search of person residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, No assault/aggressive/threatening behavior, Counseling, Attend TBI program and successfully complete the program - pay $125.00 DVI Assessment fee, 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, Take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency. Rachael Ann Prestby, 26, Canton, Minn.; 12/9/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Dylan Ray Steichen, 23, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/28/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Randy Allen Ward, 50, St. Charles, Minn.; 11/28/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. MN Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division Eugenio Mendoza Salinas, 50, Burnsville, Minn.; 1/6/2018, Take Deer in Wrong Zone/Area, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. MN State Patrol – Rochester Robert Jeffrey Bunke, 43, Alto, Mich.; 1/4/2018, Defrosting Required, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Marsha Jean Jevne, 55, Lawler, Iowa; 12/7/2017, Speeding (79/60), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Britt Allan Olson, 27, Waseca, Minn.; 11/29/2017, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Eduardo Rebolloso, 25, Rochester, Minn.; 10/30/2017, Duty to Drive With Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Melinda A. Smith, 51, New Berlin, Ill.; 12/6/2017, Speeding (72/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Sherman Scott Watts, 38, Decorah, Iowa; 12/6/2017, Speeding (76/60), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Preston Police Department Keith Martin Anderson, 59, Golden Valley, Minn.; 1/6/2018, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37. Rushford Police Department Jacob Hatfield Lesser, 36, Rushford, Minn.; 12/6/2017, Loud Muffler/Exhaust, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Zachary Paul Reed, 21, Rushford, Minn.; 12/13/2017, Small Amount of Marijuana in Motor Vehicle, Fine $150, Total Fees $240. Chaquaya Arsheda Aleecia Wilson-Tarver, 28, Dayton, Ohio; 12/6/2017, Exceed Limit of 30 mph - Urban District (40/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

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Book club I assess our new local heritage pork supply in the freezer, fresh kohlrabi stored in the basement, refrigerator potatoes stashed in a cool closet. Between cookbooks, a messy stack of clipped recipes and and online cooking sites, I select a menu and plan out a timetable. Fresh ham roast with maple syrup and balsamic sauce, cranberry walnut slaw, mashed sweet potatoes and regular potatoes with herbs, topped off with a flourless almond chocolate torte accompanied by maple ice cream. All homemade, with most ingredients grown right here in Fillmore County. Oh yeah, I also finished reading the assigned book. Books may be the core reason for folks to gather for discussion in bookclubs, but everyone knows the food and beverages often take center stage, at least they do for our gang. Our book is about local people, by a local author, thus the theme for our meal is local food. More than five million Americans are thought to be in reading clubs, not counting online clubs. All book clubs are different. Some are co-ed or comprised of couples, while many are all men or all women. Some meet in public places, but most take turns hosting in members’ homes. Some members listen to audiobooks, others read on a device, but most of us still like the feel of a real book in our hands. Choosing the right books is important. A theme may be selected for the entire year, or Oprah’s book choice might be followed, while others select books by voting, or taking turns selecting the next book. I’m sure for every book club, the most important thing is that your friends don’t hate the book you chose, and thereby blame you for wasting hours of their life reading it. One time, one of our members bought The Room instead of Room, books by two different authors—and then convinced us all to read the mistaken book for our next meeting. Both were strange yet memorable reads. Interestingly, it seems nearly all book clubbers have an open mind when books are assigned. We like to be drawn away now and then from our typical novels into nonfiction, or from raging best-sellers back to the classics. Sometimes we are unanimous in our love or criticism of a book, while at other times opposing reactions spark the best discussions. On the all-important food aspect, desserts and alcoholic beverages are common, while some do light meals or potlucks. Our

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group of eight is unanimous in our love of food and cooking, so we tend to linger over long meals. Our book club is coming up on 12 years old. The membership is unchanged, and it is a wonder to think that we have read 70 books together over these years. My

sister-in-law has belonged to her club for 36 years! Our book this month is an ode to all things local. John Weiss, a recently retired Rochester Post Bulletin journalist, published Back Roads, a collection of the best of his columns. Each is a brief dip into the lives of people who live here amongst the rural roads, rivers, hills and bluffs of southeast Minnesota. We met some old friends and discovered many new stories about the unique history and lifestyles of local people in our small towns and countryside.

Mashed Sweet and Russet Potatoes with Herbs

Preheat oven to 400 degrees, with one rack in center and one near the bottom to catch juices. Put 4 garlic cloves, uneeled, in a small piece of foil, drizzle with oil and seal into a packet. Scrub but do not peel a pound of sweet potatoes and a pound of russet potatoes, pricked with a fork. Place garlic and potatoes on the center rack and bake for 20 minutes, then flip over, and continue baking until very tender when pierced with the tip of a knife. Russet potatoes may need a little longer to get soft. Remove from oven and let cool five minutes. Peel cooked potatoes and pass through a ricer or a food mill into a bowl. Squeeze garlic from skins into the bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter, 3 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley and sage, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Stir in 1/2 cup cream or plain yogurt and serve. This Martha Stewart recipe is easy to make and looks beautiful. You can make it ahead, cover the bowl with foil and chill, and then warm it in a 200 degree oven. Serves four.

Troy and Ann Baker would like to thank everyone that participated in the Troy Baker Benefit and Live Auction on December 3rd. To those who donated, your generosity was exceptional. Troy is still going through chemotherapy. Those that were not able to attend, cash/check donations can be made out to Troy Baker Benefit Account and dropped off at any Merchants Bank location or mailed to P.O. Box 726, Rushford, MN 55971. Thanks to All.

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Marie Amdahl 1919-2017

We would like to express our heartfelt and deepest appreciation for the many acts of kindness from relatives, neighbors and friends that were extended to our family in memory of Marie. A simple thank you cannot begin to express how we feel for all the memorials, flowers, food, cards and wonderful stories that were shared with us. We want to thank the Lanesboro American Legion Auxiliary that attended the service. Marie was very proud to be a member and felt it was a great honor and privilege to serve alongside such wonderful people. Thank you to Pastor Kerry and Cindy Eversole for all their spiritual support and caring. Thank you to the members of Bethlehem Lutheran Church who served the lunch following the service. Thank you to all the staff at the Spring Valley Senior Living and Care Center for all the exceptional care and kindness that was given to Marie over the last two years. Our mother was a woman of extraordinary kindness and caring. We miss her dearly but realize that our family was blessed to have her in our lives for so many years. We celebrate her wonderful life and we know she now is at peace. God’s Blessings, The Family of Marie Amdahl

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all are welcome no gifts Please Words cannot adequately express our gratitude to all of those who have shown their love and support over the last few days in the wake of Craig’s passing. It is clear the impact that he had on so many people over the years. Our family is so very appreciative and thankful for the outpouring of love and support we have received since his diagnosis. The selflessness, strength and love of this community, his family and so many more is truly what gave Craig strength from day to day. We would like to thank his Mayo healthcare team and staff, as well as Mayo Hospice for his amazing care. The Christ Lutheran Church family, the service group and Pastor Dan. The Hindt Funeral Homes for the seamless service and assisting with all the arrangements. Many other local business and the close friends of Craig for the assistance you provided in helping with Craig’s Celebration of Life. Countless neighbors and friends and relatives that brought food, supplies and care packages, prayers, sent kind words and comfort throughout Craig’s treatments and this past week. And to those that just showed up to provide comfort and support. We thank all of you for taking the time to come out, despite the weather or the long wait to pay your condolences to our family. Thank you. Bless your hearts all of you, your thoughtfulness and generosity are so very appreciated by the entire family. But most of all we thank our prayer warriors, those that prayed for Craig and our family during the past 18 months as he fought so heroically a battle where he defied the odds. We believe in the power of prayer and know that it helped more than we could explain. We appreciate you continuing to lift us up in your prayers.

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Chatfield purchases capital financial planning service By Karen Reisner Mike Bubany, David Drown and Associates (DDA), presented information about their capital financial planning service at the January 22 meeting of the Chatfield City Council.

He explained that he has been discussing the benefits of the service with city staff for a couple of months. Information can easily be plugged in to show on a spread sheet the effect a particular project would have on tax payers.

In the beginning an analysis is done to compare the city with 10 or so other cities of roughly the same size. The first step is to collect data. This includes the city’s tax base, local government aid, general

fund reserves (ideally 50% of expenditures), median household income, city’s debt per capita, and total cost of services (tax rates, sewer/water rates). This process helps determine the city’s general financial health.

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The data allows DDA to propose target goals and/or financial constraints to guide the capital improvement planning process. Once the data is compiled, the next step is a planning model. This will help determine how to best pay for a major project. Con-

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Irvin Ernest Carl Evers Irvin Ernest Carl Evers, age 91, of Wykoff, died Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at Olmsted Medical Center in Rochester. Funeral service for Irvin Evers will be Irvin Evers held 1 p.m. Monday January 29, 2018, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff, Minn., with Rev. Michael Harman officiating. Burial will take place in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held 2-5 p.m. Sunday, January 28, 2018, at St. Johns Lutheran Church and will continue for one hour prior to the service. Irvin was born January 27, 1926, in rural Wykoff, the son of Fred and Hannah Louise (Schumacher) Evers. He was baptized February 21, 1926, and confirmed May 21, 1939, both at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff. He attended St. Johns Lutheran School and Wykoff High School, graduating in 1943. On February 4, 1952, Irvin was united in marriage to Esther Timm at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. They owned and operated a dairy farm northeast of Wykoff, where he resided until moving to the Spring Valley Care Center in June of 2016. Irvin enjoyed swimming and skiing, most of all with his grandchildren. A man of strong Christian faith, he was a lifelong member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff, where he served on the church council, taught Sunday School, and sang in the church choir. He shared his musical talents in several community groups over the years, including the Bluff Country Chorus, Root River Revelers, and Wykoff community plays. He will long be remembered for his harmonica playing, which he started at the age of four and continued until his death. Irvin is survived by his wife Esther of Wykoff, three sons: Keith Evers of Wykoff, Minn., David Evers of Bakersfield, Calif., and Daniel (Lana) Evers of Rochester, Minn.; three daughters: Susan (Duane) Krahn of Wykoff, Minn., Debra (Loren) Stene of St. Ansgar, Iowa, and Janet (James) Kappers of Spring Valley, Minn.; seven grandchildren: Brandon Tukua, Megan (Erik) Nelson, Trent Krahn, Travis Krahn, Ryan (Molly) Kappers, Jennifer Evers, and Tyler Kappers; six great-grandchildren: Charlie, Levi, Nora, and Waylon Nelson and Haiden and Emily Kappers. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter Pamela Evers, grandson Joshua Evers, a brother Wilke Evers, and two sisters, Meta Stender and Ida Vehrenkamp. Online condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

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Kenny Mensink Kenny Mensink, age 96, of Lime Springs, Iowa, died Saturday, January 20, 2018, at Ostrander Care and Rehab in O s t r a n d e r, M i n n . Memorial services were held 11 a.m., Friday, January 27, 2018, Kenneth at the United Mensink Met hodist Church in Lime Springs, Iowa, with burial in Cherry Grove Cemetery. Friends called on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at the Lime Springs Community Center and at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until time of services. Kenneth E. “Kenny” Mensink was born October 22, 1921, in Carimona Township, Fillmore County, Minn., to Art and Clara (Drury) Mensink. He was married to Evelyn Hendrickson on August 13, 1942, at the Cherry Grove Methodist church, by Reverend Zahl. Kenny served in the Army from 1942 to 1945 and had many stories to tell about WWII and serving under General Patton. He was one of the brave soldiers who landed on the shore of France and fought in the Battle of Normandy. Later on, Kenny marched with the American Troops through Paris when it was liberated. Kenny was in France, Holland and Luxembourg and finally, Germany. Kenny is quoted as saying, “I’m glad I went, but I wouldn’t want to do it again.” Following the war, Kenny and Evelyn farmed in the Cherry Grove and Lime Springs areas for about 20 years. They moved to Lime Springs in 1964. Kenny ran a blacksmith shop and then they ran the Lime Springs Standard Station while Evelyn continued to raise their seven children. He also drove school bus for over 20 years. Kenny loved horses, woodworking, and driving his golf cart around Lime Springs. He particularly enjoyed spending time with his family and watching them play sports. Kenny is survived by six children: Larry Mensink of St. Ansgar, Iowa, Karen Heyer of Spring Valley, Minn., Darla Heusinkveld of Spring Valley, Vickie (Rich) Ator of Lime Springs, Bryce (Brenda) Mensink of LeRoy, Minn., and Becky (Steve) Sjostrom of Spring Valley; a daughter-in-law, Janet Mensink of Lime Springs; 22 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren and one on the way; five great-great-grandchildren and one on the way, three siblings: Ardis Souhrada, Delores Nagel and Curtis (Trudy) Mensink; two sisters-in-law, Dolly Mensink and Beverly Mensink; and his wife Evelyn’s sister, Marilyn (Robert) Emerson. Kenny was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn and son Allen, both in 2015; two sons-in-law, Jeffrey Heusinkveld and Gary Heyer, both in 2016; a granddaughter, Brooke Mensink in 1982; two brothers, Arlyn and John; and a sister, Carol Lou Mensink.

Lola M. Thorson Lola M. (Myhre) Thorson went to be with the Lord on January 23, 2018, at the age of 96. She was born June 15, 1921, to Martin and Stella (Qualey) Myhre in Spring Grove, Minn. She g r a d u a t e d Lola Thorson from Spring Grove High School in 1938. After high school Lola went to business school in Minneapolis, and then took a job at Dayton’s in Minneapolis in the business department. Her next job was with Kraft Foods in Green Bay, Wis. She was promoted to office manager and moved to Kraft Foods in Milwaukee, Wis. In 1951, while home for the weekend, Lola went to the Houston County Fair and met the love of her life, Tenus Thorson. Lola and Tenus were married March 15, 1952, and were married for 61 years. Lola was a member of the several women’s groups at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church. She and another member started the WELCA Quilting Missions at Cross of Christ and Houston County Homemakers. Lola is survived by her daughter Twyla of Houston; two sisters, Phyllis of St. Paul and Doreen of Cincinnati, Ohio, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Tenus, sister Audrey Olson, and brothersin-law P. Kenneth Olson, Alton Elmquist, and Douglas Dahl. Funeral services were held Sunday, January 28 at 2 p.m. at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Houston, with the Reverend Linda McPeak officiating. Visitation was one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial took place at the Stone Church Cemetery in Houston. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the Cross of Christ Window Fund or a charity of the donor’s choice. Hoff Funeral Service - Houston assisted the family with arrangements.

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. to Rock Dell, Minn. Von was very creative and was a talented painter. She was well known for her crafts, especially her snowmen and mountain men. She loved antiques and owned Von’s Unique Antiques store in Rock Dell, for several years. She loved going to garage sales and auctions. She was a private person but loved spending time with her family and friends. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her feisty personality. Von is survived by her two daughters, Evelyn Jahnke of Spring Valley and Shari (Roger) Davidson of Spring Valley; grandchildren: Jerime (Rochelle) Wojtkiewicz of Rochester, Minn., Jessie (Vee) Wojtkiewicz of Rochester, Minn., Lyndy (Wayne) Rohe of Centerville, Ohio, Krystal (Patrick) Campbell of Stewartville, Minn., and Dallas Davidson of Spring Valley, Minn.; 14 greatgrandchildren, sisters: Delores Peters of Spring Valley, Minn., Sandra (Mike) Miller of Rochester, Minn., Gwen (Rich) Ruesink of Spring Valley, Minn., Donna (Vern) Loustad of Burnsville, Minn., and sister-in-law Maxine Mlenar of Spring Valley, Minn.; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, siblings Cleone Jean Mlenar in infancy, Mary Lou Regan and her husband Robert Regan, sister-in-law Marilyn Christenson, brother-in-law Rexford Peters, and several nephews. Online condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

nical Institute. She married Ronald Utley on October 12, 1974, at Rushford Lutheran Church in Rushford. They made their home in rural Rochester for 22 years before moving to St. Charles and then on to Lanesboro in 2013. Marge worked at Mayo Clinic, International Lama Registry in Rochester, Ryan & Grinde in St. Charles, and owned Emma’s Nook & Granny in St. Charles. Her interests included spending time with family and friends, genealogy, serving as volunteer coordinator for Fillmore County MNGenWeb since 1996, flower gardening, crochet, crafting handmade baby items for Bundles of Love charity, and junking, rescuing and repurposing vintage items. Marge is survived by Ron, her husband of 43 years; son Spencer (Abby) and granddaughter Audrey of Middleton, Wis.; stepson Mike (Cara) and grandchildren Cooper and Emma of Zumbrota, mother Evelyn Bremseth of Rushford, sister Annette (Arnie) Skrukrud of Chatfield, brother Scott (Connie) Moran of Wabasha, nieces Andi (Craig) Hughes, Lisa (Dean) Shaffer, and Angela (Chris) Lowrie; nephew Mark (Emily) Moran, and nine great-nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Marvin Moran. Visitation was held Thursday, January 25, 2018, from 4-7 p.m. at Riley Funeral Home, Chatfield. Funeral took place Friday, January 26, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Union Prairie Lutheran Church, Lanesboro. Memorial gifts may be made to Union Prairie Lutheran Church of Lanesboro or the American Marge (Moran) Utley Marge (Moran) Utley, age 67, Cancer Society. passed away on January 17, 2018, in Rochester. Sylvester “Ves” Tuohy Marjorie Sylvester “Ves” Richard Tuohy, Renae Moran 92, of Chatfield, died Thursday, was born January 11, June 30, 1950, 2018, at Choto Marvin sen Valley and Evelyn Care Center. (Olness) Ves was Moran in Marge (Moran) born July 9, Rushford. 1925, to Cyrus Utley She was bapand Lucille tized at Grace Lutheran Church ( L a P l a n t e ) Sylvester “Ves” in Peterson and confirmed at Tuohy in Tuohy Rushford Lutheran Church in Chatfield. He Rushford. She attended K-12 lived and worked on the family school in Rushford and then farm. LaVonne Keller Rochester State Jr. College and LaVonne Keller, age 85, died Rochester Area Vocational TechSee OBITUARIES Page 19  Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at the rushford-Peterson Community education Ostrander Care and Rehab Center in Ostrander, Minn. L aVo n n e This class is designed to provide information on Mae Mlecommon frauds, scams and other forms of elder nar was born financial exploitation. It will suggest steps that older October 14, LaVonne Keller persons and caregivers can take to avoid being 1932, to William and Iva (Kolstad) Mlenar targeted or victimized. Rushford State Bank will provide in Spring Valley, Minn. LaVonne materials and a light snack. Please pre-register. was raised and grew up in Spring Dates/Times: Tuesday, February 6 and Valley. In July of 1950 she married Thursday February 8, 2018 from 6:00-8:30pm Herbert Kendall and from this Instructors: E.V.P. Terry Chiglo and marriage they had two daughters, Evelyn “Snooky” Jahnke and Rushford State Bank staff Shari (Roger) Davidson. Von and Location: R-P School Forum Room 150 Herb started the business Kendall’s Grocery and Locker in FounFee: $5 per family tain, running it for 17 years until (this is a R-P Community Education registration fee) they were divorced. She moved back to Spring Valley and lived there until her marriage to Maurice Keller and at that time moved https://rushford.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/home/

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Sylvester “Ves” Tuohy served in the United States Army in the Korean War era. He completed Basic Training at Ft. Knox, Ky., and served at Ft. Benning, Ga., as a parachute rigger. Upon his return, he married Margaret Ward-Clemens on October 3, 1953, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Chatfield. Ves worked for Interstate Power for 38 years. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Chatfield American Legion, Chatfield Fire Department for 27 years, and First Responder —

Chatfield Ambulance EMT for 30+ years. Ves also volunteered as a St. Mary’s Cemetery Association trustee and caretaker well into his early 80s. Ves enjoyed family vacations and fishing “Up North.” He and Margaret enjoyed travels to see family and friends around the country. Ves never met a stranger, always had a joke, and was always available to help others. Ves is lovingly remembered by his wife Margaret, children: Catherine (Dan) Clemens-Andrews of Canyon Country, Calif., Paul (Julie) Tuohy of Chatfield, Kevin (Leslie) Tuohy of Chatfield, Car-

Monday, January 29, 2018 oline (Charlie) Tuohy-Guerry of Gallatin, Tenn., and Rosie TuohyBezek of Hastings; 12 grandchildren: Chris Andrews, Rebecca Andrews, David Andrews, Kaitlin (Cory Dunlay) and Megan Tuohy, Katie Udenberg, Matt (Maria) Udenberg, Genevieve Guerry, Taylor Bezek, Dustin Bezek, Alexander Bezek, Zachary Bezek; and a great-grandchild, Jackson Udenberg. Many nieces and nephews also survive. Ves is preceded in death by his parents, daughter Marybeth, son Peter, daughter-in-law Denise Tuohy and brothers Richard and Donald. A Funeral Mass of Chris-

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tian Burial took place 11 a.m., Saturday, January 20, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Chatfield, with Fr. Edward McGrath officiating. The committal service followed at Calvary Cemetery. Visitation was held 5-7 p.m. Friday, January 19 and one hour prior to the service at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Memorials are preferred to St. Mary’s Church and St. Mary’s Cemetery. Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield assisted the family with arrangements. To share condolences with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com.

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servative growth rate projections can be taken into account. Graphs illustrate the city’s per capita debt burden and can show how a planned project can affect the per capita debt burden and future tax rates. The capital financial planning service is a management tool to find the best approach to financing projects while staying within financial constraints. It helps to find the balance between projects desired to meet community needs and a limited capacity to afford them. DDA provides a minimum of three updates at no charge; Bubany said they will do more. The one time fee is a lump sum of $5,000 plus expenses not to exceed $250. The fee can be returned to the city over time as it will receive up to a $1,500 discount on future bond issuances until the full amount is returned. A PDF report will be issued with each update. City Clerk Joel Young recommended purchasing the capital financial planning service; adding, it will be a great step in the right direction. Councilor Mike Urban said it will make it simple to see needed information in real time. The purchase was approved. Other business in brief • EDA Director Chris Giesen explained the EDA is looking for ways to market the lots along Industrial Drive. Most lots are zoned commercial which makes the EDA question whether Industrial Drive is the most appropriate name. The council approved changing the name to Enterprise Drive. • A resolution was adopted approving an agreement between the city and Chatfield Trails Inc. It also authorized an application to OHV Trails Assistance Program for funding to possibly expand the Chatfield ATV Trail. • A Pothole Filling Policy was approved. Burkholder said pothole filling is done in the spring or as needed. Pothole filling is part of the city’s pavement management program. Crews inspect the streets and locate potholes to be filled or a resident may call and complain about a pothole that needs attention. Potholes are defined as two inches or more in depth and over five inches in diameter. • A proposal from Marco to upgrade the primary server to a Microsoft 365 tower server, to migrate data, and to provide complete managed IT services was approved. The total cost of products and Marco professional services is $27,954.06. This upgrade was approved during the 2018 budgeting process. Funding will come from reserves and recurring monthly charges are budgeted.

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Fillmore County Sports Gopher Wrestling Moves to 8-1 The last time Chatfield wrestling started the year 8-1, it was 2013-2014. That 8-1 start became a 27-1 Class A state The Trende Report championship season. It would be a bit much to expect that much from this y e a r ’s Gophers. Paul Trende Section 1A boasts defending Class A champion #1 Z-M (16-4), plus #3 Goodhue (13-3). But Travis Bartels group is off to a great start. Caledonia/ Houston was the latest victim. The final was just seven points, but Chatfield led 18-0 five real minutes into the dual. Seth Goetzinger (106) opened with an early second period pin, Cael Bartels (113) won by forfeit, and Tate Karver (120) got a first period pin. Grady Schott (126) then authored Chatfield’s second spladle-pin of the night (Goetzinger) to make it 24-0. After dropping 132 to decision, the Gophers won the next three. Nathan Goldsmith (138) came back

from down 6-2 after two periods to win an 8-7 decision. Campbell Berge (145) notched a third period pin. Top ranked Jake Mandt (#1 at 145) moved up a weight (152) and tussled to an 11-6 decision win. Chatfield led 36-3 with six weights to go. The Warriors state ranked Zach Schneider took 160 (pin). Davontae Goldsmith then clinched the match. His 11-3 major decision (170) made Chatfield’s lead (409) insurmountable. The Warriors won the final four weights (three pins, forfeit) for a 40-33 final. Chatfield is now 5-0 versus TRC foes (2-0 in the West division). They’ve also downed GMLOS (48-22), LARP (4831), W-K (45-30), and D-E (42-23). At 8-1 on the year, the Gophers have surpassed last year’s win total (7-6).

Rostad Tops 1,000, Hurricanes Move to 14-3

It was a week that ended with a tough loss. But Houston’s girls watched their top player hit a ballyhooed threshold and they beat a couple league foes to stay atop the SEC-East. Junior Alyssa Rostad entered a matchup at Schaeffer Academy needing 17 points to hit 1,000 for

her career. With an assist from her sister Becca, the 5’5” guard nailed a three to become one of six in the Hurricane girls’ 1,000point club, joining Kelly Jerviss (1,258), Abbey Loken (1,250), Kristi Corey (1,147), Astri Runningen (1,095), and Grete Runningen (1,087). Rostad’s pointper-game averages have steadily inclined every season since she first made varsity as an 8th grader; 5.6 (8th grade), 8.6 (frosh), 13.8 (sophomore), and 18.5 (junior). She’s hit 137 threes in 95 career games and is a 76% career free throw shooter. Meanwhile, Houston whooped the Lions 57-30. Rostad (18 pts, 7-13 FGs, 4-8 threes), Amber Chapel (10 pts, 4 stls), and B-Rostad (10 pts) hit double digits. The Hurricanes then downed Lanesboro handily 59-21. Team double-H hit 14 of 15 free throws. A-Rostad (24 pts, 8-8 FTs) was the only ‘Cane in double figures. Jessica Kitching had 6 (pts), 7 (rebs), 4 (assists), and 5 (stls). Lexie Johnson was Lanesboro’s leading scorer with 6 points. The Burros are 2-5, 2-12. The Hurricanes then suffered their first defeat as a favorite this year, losing to W-K 53-41. The ‘Canes were a season-low 13 of 56 from the field (23%). Their 3 of 25 three-point effort (12%) was a season thirdworst. They also only hit 12 of 22 free throws (55%). Kitching (15 pts, 7 rebs) and A-Rostad (12 pts, 2-19 FGs, 1-12 threes, 7-10 FTs) hit double figures. Jenny Albrecht had 2 (pts), 12 (rebs), and 5 (stls), posting her 7th double-digit rebounding game. The loss ended a four-game winning streak. Houston (6-2, 14-3) still leads the SEC-East over SG (4-3, 8-7) and Schaeffer (3-4, 8-6). W-K (8-7) has won six of seven games after a 2-6 start.

But Houston’s 1-3-1 defense was much more effective in the second 18 minutes. And the ‘Canes, who shot exactly zero free throws in the first half, pitched a tent and built a fire at the charity stripe after intermission. A Hongerholt rebound put-back gave Houston its first lead, 41-40 (7:32). From there, Trent Vix’s crew made just one field goal, but hit 11 of 13 free throws. M-C scored just eight points the final 13 minutes. Brady Happel grabbed a big 50/50 ball late, to prevent a possible Hurricane turnover. Houston got the win 52-47. Hongerholt (20 pts, 7-8 FTs, 6-8 FGs, 15 rebs) had a big double-double to lead the way. His only second half missed shot (7-8 FTs, 3-3 FGs) was a free throw. Connor Van Gundy (9 pts) and Alex Van Gundy (8 pts, 9 rebs) helped out. Mik-

kel Schutte, a 6’0” guard, had 8 (pts) and 6 (blks). Drew Wyffels (12 pts, 5 rebs, 7 assists, 4 stls) led M-C. Blake Henry (11 pts, 7 rebs) also hit double digits. Houston, with all their attempts coming in the second half, critically won the free throw line 15 of 19 to 5 of 9. The Cougars fall to 2-4, 5-8.

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FCLMC’s Stefan Nikoloski (220) and Caden Anderson (120) each took first at the Robbinsdale-Cooper wrestling tourney. LARP wrestling (3-2 vs TRC, 6-5 overall) won two tight matches, beating D-E 39-37 and Caledonia/Houston 39-36 (Z-M Invite). Jordan Beck (19), Ian Meisner (16), and Wyatt Pruter (16) combined for 51 points, Zach Bubany had a point/assist See SPORTS Page 21 

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Chatfield staff development day a success

The ACT is one way to make By Mary Allen The Chatfield School Board sure students are taking the Continued from Page 20 met on January 22, 2018, in right courses during their high the high school media center. school career to ensure they are (13/12) double-double, as KingBoard members present were on track for college classes. sland’s boys beat Cotter 79-55. Jerry Chase, Scott Backer, Amy Superintendent Harris indiThe Knights are 6-5, 12-5. R-P’s Jeffers, Katie Priebe and Matt cated that one of the school boys lost a toughie to D-E 51-50, McMahon, along with Super- vans needs to be replaced as it is but shot 60% to beat Southintendent Harris and Adminis- 12 years old and will be replaced land 73-40. They are 4-5, 10-5. trative Assistant Lorri Lowrey. with a 2018 10 passenger van. Lanesboro picked up their first Board member Lanny Isensee Construction is still on schedwin of the year, beating G-E ule but the cold weather has was not present. 61-46. Carson Schwichtenberg Superintendent Harris began caused some delays. Drafts for had a season-high 24 points. The the meeting by asking for nomi- the 2018-2019 calendar have junior guard also neared a triplenations for board chair as this been sent out with approval double (18 pts, 9 rebs, 8 assists) was also an organizational meet- to be given at the next board in a loss to W-K. Schwichtening. Jerry Chase was nominated meeting. The school website is berg averaged 20 PPG over three and approved as board chair and being revamped and should be games on the week (17.3 for the all other positions were nomi- launched this summer. The goal season). Frosh Kenidi McCabe nated, voted on, and will remain of the new website is to simplify had 21 points to power M-C’s the same as last year with vice the contents and make it more girls past L-O 61-34. McCabe chair, Lanny Isensee; clerk, Scott user friendly for parents and has scored 44 points over a twoBacker; and treasurer, Katie the community. The Pay Equity game span. She came into that Priebe. Board committee assign- Report that is submitted every span averaging 7.3 PPG. Lauren ments were reviewed and no three years was not compliant Buchholtz had 25 points (11-13 this year. It will be resubmitted changes were made. FTs) in a Kingsland 60-40 loss with job classification updates Reports to Cotter. The junior has ten Craig Ihrke, elementary prin- that should bring it into com20-plus-point games this year. cipal, noted that the NWEA pliancy. Lauren Lawston had 22 points, testing is almost finished. These The consent agenda was but R-P’s girls fell to Southland tests give a good idea of how approved with two items being 58-54. the students are doing and is removed and added to new Boys Basketball a fairly good predictor of how business. Under the consent (1/15 – 1/20) the students will do on the agenda, the previous meeting FC 36, Goodhue 43 (FC: Josh MCA tests this spring. Prelimi- minutes were approved along Peters 11 pts (3-11 threes); Matt nary results seem quite good. with the Pay Equity Report. Lutes 9 pts; Logan Corson 8 pts, The third grade classrooms have Also approved were One Act 6 rebs, 5 assists, 3 stls. FTs: FC been using the STEM materi- Play assistant advisor, Laurie 2-5, G 10-19. Wildcats took als that were purchased with Byrne and head engineer, Steve lead for good in final eight mingrant money and the kids are Irish. utes. Defending section champ really enjoying them. Pictures Under new business, the board Girls Basketball Goodhue is 9-7) of this activity can be found approved the annual CCTV W-K 73, Lanesboro 52 (L: C. (1/16 – 1/20) on the school Facebook page. payment of $15,000 and welWrestling Schwichtenberg 18 pts, 9 rebs, FC 53, Southland 52 (FC: Gopher Time continues to be comed the new CCTV manag8 assists; Andrew Luck 15 pts. Paige Donlinger career-high 15 (1/19 - 1/20) an enjoyable time for students er, Melissa Burnett. Before the WK: Zach Kjeseth 25 pts) pts (9-23 FTs); Alleigh Meyer 9 LARP 39, D-E 37 (Each and many connections between acceptance of the resignation GM 59, Houston 56 pts, 7 rebs; Grace Miller 8 pts, 6 team won seven matches. Six staff and other grade levels are of the varsity volleyball coach, Southland 28, FC 49 (FC: stls. S: McKendry Kennedy 23 of LARPs wins were six-point- being made. Next week is Para a discussion was held on the J. Peters 14 pts, 6 rebs, 5 stls; pts (11-12 FTs). Falcons went ers. Screaming Eagles won six of Professional Recognition Week necessity of supporting coaches Nate Haugerud 11 pts, 8 rebs, 5 ahead late in first half, never eight matches between 120 and and Principal Ihrke commended and realizing the stresses that assists, 8 stls. Rebels were forced trailed thereafter. Rebels made 170 to build an insurmountable this group of staff plus the cus- they endure. The board then Lanes into 32 turnovers and shot 9 for a push at the very end. FTs: Nordic FC 39-13 lead. They won 120 and todians for the excellent job they approved the resignation of the 403 S Mill Street • Rushford, MN 40 (22.5%)) 18-45, S 16-24. Falcons had six507-864-7799 145 by forfeit, but forfeited 182, do in the elementary building. varsity volleyball coach, Ruth www.nordiclanes.com D-E 51, R-P 50 (RP: Ben girls shoot free throws and none 195, 220, and Both principals discussed the Ann Lund and the posting of 407 285. S. Mill Ross StreetHerber • Rushford, MN Ansell season-high 16 pts (6-6 hit over 50%) (106), Reece Riebel (138), Sam staff development day where the position. (507) 864-7214 • www.the-creamery.com Puetz (160), and Noah Herber teachers were involved in train- The first reading of district (170) had pins. Sam Schwend- ings that were aimed at rec- policies on curriculum developAlyssA RostAd inger (126) won a 5-2 decision ognizing and helping students ment and instructional curricuHouston Basketball via tie-breaker-1) who may be having a diffi- lum were put forth and the sec Robbinsdale Cooper “Hawk” cult time emotionally. Kristi ond reading of the district poliInvite (FCLMC took fifth (of Cook, technology information cies of organization of school ten). S. Nikoloski (5-0 D, pin, specialist, led trainings in the calendar and development pin) won 220. Caden Anderson elementary on Schoology and of parent and family engage(pin, 7-4 D) won 120. He is worked with individual teach- ment for Title I programs were 11-4. Cale Anderson (fall, lost ers on specific questions in the approved. 6-3 D, fall, 4-0 D) took third at high school. Before adjournment, Board 113. He is 17-10) High school Principal Paul- chair Jerry Chase announced Z-M Duals > LARP 39, son gave a report on the ACT the next meeting will be on Caledonia/Houston 36 (Scream- (American College Testing Pro- February 26, Parent Teacher ing Eagles jumped out 24-0 and gram) that is a curriculum based Conferences for grades K-12 33-3. The Warriors then won measure for college readiness. will be on February 20 and 22, five straight matches to close to Chatfield students are required and there will be no school on down 33-30. Alex Perez’s forfeit to take it as juniors even though February 23 for a winter holiwin at 220 to clinched the win the state does not require it now. day. for LARP. S-Eagles also took 126 by forfeit while forfeiting Don’t Lanesboro American Legion 152 and 285. R. Herber (106), MiSS! Houston junior Alyssa Rostad topped 1,000 career points in a win over Carter Jonsgaard (113), Caleb Schaeffer Academy. The 5’5” guard is a fourth-year starter averaging 18.5 Mueller (120), and Dominic Jenpoints per game. Her Hurricanes are 14-3. plus side pork & kins (145) had pins. R. Riebel Photo by Paul Trende, Fillmore County Journal home-baked bread (138) won a 9-4 decision) > LARP 9, Owatonna 58 (Ethan Brought to you by: Saturday ~ February 3 Sense (182) won via pin, D. S&A Petroleum 12:00 noon - Until Gone Jenkins (145) via 9-2 decision) > LARP 6, Z-M 43 (R. Herber Houston Food Mart bp (106) had the sole LARP win by American Legion Post 40 • Lanesboro, MN • 507-467-3440 Hwy. 16 East • Houston, MN • 507-896-3000 club rooms available free to all non-profit organizations pin)

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FTs), 11 rebs; Landon Skalet 11 pts; Jake Paulson 10 pts) Chatfield 47, Caledonia 93 (Ch: Reid Johnson 15 pts (6-11 FGs); Bennett Gathje career-high 13 pts. Gophers: 1-8, 3-11) SG 82, Lanesboro 36 (L: C. Schwichtenberg 18 pts; A. Luck 9 pts, 7 rebs) FC 35, St. Charles 77 (FC: L. Corson 10 pts. SC: Kaden Vaughn 29 pts (nine threes). Falcons: 3-6, 4-11) G-E 46, Lanesboro 61 (L: C. Schwichtenberg 24 pts (11-13 FTs), 7 rebs, 6 assists; A. Luck 14 pts (6-9 FGs), 10 rebs; Joe Gathje 7 pts, 7 rebs. Lanesboro led 35-24 at halftime. G-E tied things at 44. Burros finished on a 17-2 run. Lanes: 1-4, 1-12) R-P 73, Southland 40 (RP: J. Paulson 17 pts (3-5 threes), 10 rebs; L. Skalet 12 pts (4-6 threes); B. Ansell 10 pts (5-9 FGs), 8 rebs; Dawson Dahl 10 pts (5-6 FGs), 5 assists. RP hit 8 of 16 threes and 28 of 47 total shots) Cotter 55, Kingsland 79 (K: J. Beck career-high 19 pts (8-15 FGs), 10 rebs; I. Meisner 16 pts (8-14 FGs), 3 blks; W. Pruter 16 pts (4-8 threes); Z. Bubany 13 pts (3-6 threes), 12 assists; Matthew Woods 4 pts, 13 rebs) W-K 71, Houston 54 (H: A. Van Gundy 14 pts; M. Schutte 13 pts. WK: Z. Kjeseth 18 pts, 12 rebs, 10 assists. Houston: 3-4, 6-9)

Caledonia 49, Chatfield 40 (Ch: Alanna Goetzinger careerhigh 18 pts (8-11 FGs), 7 rebs; Macy Pederson 9 pts, 5 rebs. Gophers had three possessions in final three minutes trailing 43-39, but missed two front ends (one-and-one) and had TO) R-P 39, D-E 66 (RP: Kjersta Hinz 11 pts (5-7 FGs); Nicole Blagsvedt 11 pts; Megan Oian 8 pts, 7 rebs) M-C 61, L-O 34 (MC: K. McCabe 21 pts (5-6 FTs), 8 stls; Payton Danielson 12 pts, 4 rebs, 4 assists, 6 stls; Avery Davis 9 pts (5-7 FTs), 5 rebs. M-C hit 14 of 20 free throws. Cougars: 2-5, 4-11) St. Charles 55, FC 44 (FC: E. Breitsprecher 14 pts (7-11 FGs), 6 rebs, 4 stls; P. Donlinger 5 pts, 10 rebs) Chatfield 42, Pine Island 72 (C: M. Pederson 8 pts. Panthers led 29-25 at halftime. Gophers: 3-8, 4-12) FC 50, SG 61 (FC: A. Meyer 12 pts, 8 rebs; P. Donlinger 12 pts, 5 rebs, 5 stls. Lions ended game on a run to win tight game. Falcons: 4-7, 6-10) Southland 58, R-P 54 (RP: L. Lawston 22 pts (7-11 FGs), 6 rebs; K. Hinz 9 pts, 7 rebs; N. Blagsvedt 8 pts, 6 rebs; M. Oian 6 pts, 9 rebs. Trojans led 25-18 at halftime. RP: 0-11, 3-13) Kingsland 40, Cotter 60 (K: L. Buchholtz 25 pts (11-13 FTs), 10 rebs, 5 stls. Knights: 6-5, 8-8)

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

TUES., JANUARY 30

•Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731. •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.* •Senior Strength Class, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507272-3731.* •Senior Strength Class, 11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507272-3731.* •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.*

WEDS., JANUARY 31

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

THURS., FEBRUARY 1

•Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731. •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 Strength Class, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507272-3731.* •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.* •Senior Strength Class, 11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507272-3731.* •Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* •Preston Historical Society meeting, 7pm, Methodist Church, Preston, Public invited.

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com •Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, First Lutheran Church, 202 N. Oak, use side door on Newburg.*

FRI., FEBRUARY 2 •Chatfield NA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

SAT., FEBRUARY 3 •Spring Valley Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson.* •Mabel Public Library Story Hour, 9:30-10:30am. Preschool-elementary. 110 E. Newburg.* •Whalan Candlelight Ski Soup Supper, 5-7:30pm or until gone, Whalan Town Hall, 224 2nd Ave. •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507) 765-2518.*

SUN., FEBRUARY 4

•Michael Himlie, Christian Peacemaker Teams, speaks, 9am service, 10am adult forum, Greenfield Lutheran Church, Harmony. •Cowboy Church service, 6pm, Cherry Grove United Methodist Church, 18183 160th St., rural Spring Valley. All invited. •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*

MON., FEBRUARY 5

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

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TH TURDAY. REALOCTOBER ESTATE29 REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

AFFORDABLE ACREAGE!

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

TIM DANIELSON

homes@timdanielson.com

www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 507- 867-9100 Cell: 507- 259-9110

ELCOR Realty Co. 224 PROSPECT ST SE, CHATFIELD S•O2 BathsLD• 2 Car garage • 1947 • 4 Bedrooms 800 VIKING AVE S, LANESBORO • 4 BedroomS • 4O BathL• D 2 Car garage • 3,442 FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) Dstreet in an on the cornerS of aO deadLend 453 AVE C NE, CHATFIELD S•O2 BathLD• 2 Car garage • Main • 3 Bedroom CHATFIELD – NEW D tucked in the O- L5 acres valley with 429S feet of Root River frontage

#4073199

• 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 1919 CRAFTSMAN CHARMER

301 FILLMORE ST W, PRESTON

$399,900 2157 MARGARET ST NE, CHATFIELD #4083455

$229,900 29220 KARST ROAD, CHATFIELD

• 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

#4084751

• 4 Bedrooms (3 main level) • 2 Baths • 1980 • Attached garage • 2,442 sq. ft. • Sunroom • Fireplace • Finished lower level • Good well • 2,452 sq. ft. Outbuilding with shop & storage START HERE!

$78,900

#4083331

• 2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Stucco exterior • Built-ins • Hardwood floors • 9’ Ceilings • Leaded windows • Enclosed porch • Patio • Storage shed • Appliances • Main floor laundry • Full basement • 2,055 sq. ft. • Add your cosmetic touches • Downtown location AMAZING HORSE SET

8.33 ACRES

$249,900 19924 COUNTY 118, SPRING VALLEY #4084877 • 3 Bedrooms • Main floor living • 2,973 sq. ft. • Wood floors • Remodeled bath • Character • New furnace, water heater, appliances, softener • 2 Car garage includes 3 Box Stalls & lean-to • Blacktop road next to Forestville State Park

632 FILLMORE ST E, PRESTON

82 ACRES ON THE ROOT RIVER

RENTAL OPTION

2.51 ACRES

$129,900

REAL ESTATE

CUSTOM BUILT IN UPSCALE NEIGHBORHOOD

2.51 ACRES

209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD

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$670,000 12716 COUNTY RD 138 SE, CHATFIELD #4082543

• 3 Plus bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • Built 1990 • 2,143 sq. ft. on one floor • No steps • Handicap Accessible • 26’ x 27’ Workshop • 54’ x 54’ Barn/Shed with box/tie stalls • 36 tillable acres • Excellent hunting with +/- 20 wooded acres • Awesome horse setup • +/- 1620 ft North Branch Root River

CUTE & COZY

$91,000

98 CEDAR ST, FOUNTAIN

#4084322

• 3 Bedroom • 2 Car Garage • 0.43 Acres • Open layout • Main floor laundry • Metal roof • Updated kitchen • Hardwood floors • Patio • Crown molding • Vinyl Siding • Replacement windows • Close to Root River Bike Trail and bus stop

FARM LAND

CHATFIELD – JUST LISTED! JORDAN TOWNSHIP! 154 Acres of bare land, (100 acres tillable, 40 acres pasture with spring, 14 acres woods/non-tillable). $885,000 WYKOFF – Farm in Jordan Township – 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $474,900 PRICE REDUCED - $417,000

NEW PRICE

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

WYKOFF/CHATFIELD – JUST LISTED - 60 ACRE TREE FARM – Amazing hunting/recreational property surrounded by woods offering 35 acres CRP (White Pines), pond, mature hardwoods, good access & several terraces. CD Available! $249,900. 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 details! $84,900 $79,900

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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

22051 COUNTY 20 PRESTON • $65,000

720 N BROADWAY SPRING VALLEY • $136,000

Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com NEW

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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

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344 MAIN ST N #3 CHATFIELD

$215,000

Call Todd today! 507-259-5454

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$135,000

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REDUCED!

LANESBORO

$59,900

FORESTVILLE STATE PARK

LANESBORO

$39,900

112 GOLD ST.

WYKOFF

25697 COUNTY 25 S. PETERSON

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!

SOLD!

8.25 acre hobby farm • Blacktop roads • 5 acres tillable • Remodeled kitchen • New appliances • Remodeled bath • Large heated shop • Pole shed

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

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 LIST

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

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

202 RIDGEVIEW LANE

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

NEW

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

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 L NEW

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408 S BROADWAY SPRING VALLEY • $49,900

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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!

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

REAL ESTATE

(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

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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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!

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

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SAT., FEB. 3 • 10-11:30AM

308 Main St W. Preston

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

You ask...We answer.

QUICK POSSESSION 366 Main St N, Chatﬁeld

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

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“I am thinking of selling my home this spring, what should I do to prepare it for sale?”

1017 Washington OLStDNW, Preston

We recommend starting with cleaning out closets, drawers and storage areas to organize your upcoming move by packing, pitching, and donating items.

INGPreston 405 Hillside Drive, PEND

Next step is to declutter, clean, and freshen up your living spaces along with minor upkeep and repair items that are considered normal maintenance.

Members of SEMN Association of Realtors, Rochester

HEATED SHOP

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WOODED PARCELS

430 Main St, Ostrander

230 Prospect St, Peterson

TBD Cedar Rd, Peterson

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

3 bed • Open living • Main ﬂoor bed & bath • $48,000

Easy access & buildable! Parcel 1: 19.65 acres Parcel 2: 13.26 acres

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

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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@arving. net. Inquiries can call City Hall at 507352-4011. h22,29-o Stewartville Schools is seeking a full-time custodian at the Middle/ High School starting ASAP. The hours will be 3:00-11:30 PM. High School diploma is required and one year of custodial experience is preferred but not required. Please apply on the school district website at: ssd.k12. mn.us. h29-o

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Merit Office Support Specialist, Sr. position in the Fillmore County Community Services, Social Services Division. This is a regular, non-exempt position, eligible for benefits. Minimum Qualifications: Requires minimum of High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least three years of related office experience which includes one year experience as an Office Support Specialist; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the work of the job. Rate of Pay: Starting salary at $14.6247/hour according to the 2018 MN Merit pay scale with final salary dependent on qualifications. Merit application must be completed through the MN Merit System at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ mnmeritsystem #616-OC. County employees will apply along with the public. Application Deadline: 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 16, 2018. Printed with Soy ink EOE. h29,5,12-o PRINTED WITH

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APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH FOR A NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST WITH THE FILLMORE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD). Minimum of a Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent required in agronomy, soil science, natural resources management, environmental studies or related ďŹ eld; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong agronomy and ag background preferred. Crop Advisor CertiďŹ cation is a plus. Duties involve working with cooperators to develop nutrient/manure management plans to meet the State of Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feedlot rule, help crop producers adapt nitrogen fertilizer practices to their operations, and coordinate on-farm fertilizer demonstrations and research. Beginning salary is $20.92/hour. Submit SWCD application form, resume and cover letter to the Fillmore SWCD, 900 Washington St. NW, Preston, MN 55965. Application form and job announcement are available by contacting the SWCD at the address above, by phone at 507-765-3878 EXT. 3, or at WWW.FILLMORESWCD.ORG. APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 4:00 PM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2018. Fillmore SWCD is an equal opportunity employer.

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KMS PUBLIC SCHOOLS seeks longterm Special Education elementary teacher beginning March 2018. Apply at www.kms.k12.mn.us, with letter of interest, resume, transcripts, copy of license, three letters of recommendation. (MCAN)

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)

BILLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GUN SHOP. Buy, sell, trade, and repair. We are your local MUCK BOOT dealer. Hours: 7pm-10pm M-F, Saturday 8am-5pm, Sunday by appointment. 1 1/4 miles south of Carimona, 19708 Kava Rd, Preston. 507-765-2762 s10eow- o

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)

CLASS A TRUCK DRIVER. North Central region. Earn up to $70,000. No touch freight. Good benefits. All mile paid. Nice equipment. 2 years experience needed. Call 507-437-9905. Apply on-line WWW.MCFGTL.COM (MCN)

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

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WANTED: CARS, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn-o WANTED TO BUY: Basswood logs by truckload delivered to Dodgeville, WI. Bark intact, harvested in dormancy, delivered FRESH cut. Pre-arranged purchases only. Call Al Ladd at 608-9352341 ext.333 (MCN) Want to purchase minerals and other oil/ gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver CO 80201(MCN)

FOR RENT OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn-x UPSTAIRS APARTMENT for rent in Peterson. No smoking, no pets. Applicants will be screened. Call 507-875-2643. r11TFN RURAL CHATFIELD - 3+ bed, 3 bath, 3 car garage, handicap friendly, workshop, barn. References required. $1,200/month plus utilities. Call Tim, 507-259-9110. r30TFN-o 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent in Spring Valley. Upstairs in a 4-plex. $400/month. Water and garbage pick up included in rent. Tenant pays electric and gas. No dogs. 507-937-3338. r22,29-x

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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 notice canton township All monthly meetings will now be held at the City of Canton office located on main street in Canton. Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Meeting times are subject to change due to any holiday schedule times. Thank you to the City of Canton for letting us use their office. Fay Garness Canton Township Clerk Publish 29 NOTICE TO GASOLINE AND DIESEL FUEL SUPPLIERS Sealed bids will be received until 1:30 p.m. February 15, 2018, by the County Engineer of Fillmore County, Preston, Minnesota, on behalf of the Fillmore County Board of Commissioners for the supplying of gasoline and diesel fuel as needs require for the period of February 27th, 2018 to February 26th, 2019. Each location and fuel type will be considered as separate bids. No conditional or combination bids will be accepted. Price quotations shall be submitted on bid forms obtained from the office of the County Highway Engineer. Bids may be returned to 909 Houston St NW, Preston, MN 55965 by the bid deadline. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids and to waive any defects. Dated this 19th day of January, 2018. Ronald Gregg Fillmore County Engineer Preston, MN 55965 Publish 29, 5 Notice The minimum maintenance portion of Bear Paw Road will be closed for the remainder of the winter plowing season. Walter Laumb, Clerk Publish 29 NOTICE - CHANGE OF MEETING DATE Due to Caucus Night, The City of Rushford Village Council will hold their Tuesday, February 6th meeting on

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SUMMARY OF MINUTES JANUARY 9, 2018 COUNTY BOARD MEETING The Fillmore County Board met in regular session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were not 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: BE IT RESOLVED that the Fillmore County Journal be designated as Official Newspaper for 2018 with publishing to be furnished at the relative cost of $.05000, per column inch, the low bid. BE IT RESOLVED that the Bluff Country Reader be designated for 2018 printing of 2017 Delinquent Tax List at original bid amount due to not receiving the publication as bid the prior year, and to be designated second 2018 publication of 2017 Financial Statement as bid in 2018. The Board approved the following agenda items: â&#x20AC;˘ the amended agenda. â&#x20AC;˘ the following Consent Agenda: 1. January 2, 2018 County Board minutes. 2. Payment of 1st qtr. invoice for 2018 to Community and Economic Development Associates for economic development staffing services. â&#x20AC;˘ payment for 2nd pair of shoes â&#x20AC;˘ purchase of two used 2013 Model Ver Macâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PCMS-1210 electric message boards from Quality Traffic Control. â&#x20AC;˘ payment of annual maintenance invoice for firewall appliances with The Barrier Group. The following Commissionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Information Systems Corp., software expense $1,945.00 MN Counties Intergovernmental Trust, services $3,348.00 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $5,293.00 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (13 bills - not listed) $1,523.78 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $6,816.78 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount DLT Solutions, Inc., software renewal $1,997.62 Fillmore County Treasurer - Credit Card/ACH, registration fees, misc. $1,383.82 MN Transportation Alliance, dues $3,366.00 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $6,747.44 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (5 bills - not listed) $1,886.97 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $8,634.41 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) $133.85 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $133.85 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) Vendor Name, Description Amount TOTAL EDA FUND BILLS OVER $500 (NONE) $0.00 TOTAL EDA FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (4 bills - not listed) $230.83 TOTAL EDA FUND $230.83 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 29

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For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.r-pschools.com

“Be a good human being” Mitch Thompson was a wonderful teacher for R-P Schools. He is missed by all of us at Rushford-Peterson Schools!

On Tuesday, January 16, R-P Schools sent 2- 6th grade and 2 - 5th grade teams to PEM for the first Math Wizards competition of 2018. Math Wizards is a competitive math program designed for 5th and 6th grade students. The students compete individually and as a team against area schools in math facts and in math concepts and applications. In 5th grade we had a student place with individual scores: Foster Wilcenski received a 3rd place award in math concepts and applications. In 6th Grade, Tel Fahrenholz placed 5th for math concepts and applications and 9th in math facts, while Aubrey Ingvalson placed 3rd for math concepts and applications. Congratulations to these students for outstanding work. The next Math Wizards competition is scheduled for Monday, January 29th at Dover-Eyota.

Jr. High Knowledge Bowl Regional R-P Team 2 placed second and Team 1 placed fifth

4th grade students enjoyed cup stacking in Phy Ed!

R-P Team 1: Paige Daily, Julia Maynard, Lily Thompson, Brad Colbenson, Luke O'Hare, Hale Stensgard R-P Team 2: Zenessa Anderson, Jacob Mensink, Carson Thompson, Aaron Prinsen, Thomas Ekern and Justin Ruberg

February Events Youth Programming

Youth Wrestling: PreK-6th Grades: Practices: Mon/Thur through Feb. 15 Beginner/Junior Hoops: Saturdays: January 6-February 10 Open Gym: Sundays, 1-3 pm - Dry shoes must be worn, bring your own basketball 3rd grade and under must have an adult and/or older sibling with them Babysitting Clinic: February 5 and 7, 3:15-5:15 pm Glee Club: Thursdays beginning February 1 Youth Dance: Tuesdays/Thursdays beginning February 20

Adult Programming

Badminton: Tuesdays, through February 20 Adult Open Gym: Wednesdays 7-9 P.M. Pickle Ball: Tuesdays beginning February 27 Hall Walking

For full details on our programs, log onto our school website at www.r-pschools.com/page2636 or call 507-864-7065

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