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FC VB, Chatfield FB state-bound By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Fillmore Central Falcons Morgan Malley (prominent middle), Leah Scheevel and Tayah Barnes (left), Larissa Armstrong and Taylor Case (right), and Sara Schultz (far right) experience the ‘thrill of victory’ after knocking off Mabel-Canton. They then beat Faribault B.A., clinching FC’s first ever trip to state in volleyball. Photo by Paul Trende
Chatfield Gophers Alex Haffner (#27), Brandon Adler (#62), Jake Neis (barely visible #6), Jayme LaPlante (#40), Head Coach Jeff Johnson, and A.J. Riley (#3) experience the ‘thrill of victory’ after knocking off Caledonia. The Gophers are state-bound for the first time since 1999. Photo by Paul Trende
A pair of county teams, Chatfield football, and Fillmore Central volleyball, entered ‘sections’ week seeking retribution. They got so much more. The Chatfield Gophers are the 2013 Section 1AA football champions. They ended Caledonia’s remarkable 36-game winning streak, their attempt at four straight state titles. The Fillmore Central Falcons are 2013 Section 1A volleyball champions. They avenged a 2012 Sub-Section loss to Mabel-Canton, and then downed Class A titan FaribaultBethlehem Academy, ending their attempt at three straight state titles. FC Plows Through One Tradition… For Fillmore Central volleyball, ‘sections’ week was as much a mental challenge as it was a physical one. Ranked #2 in state, the Falcons entered as both the Sub-Section and Section favorites. But they also entered as the squad new to the Class A volleyball power scene. Fillmore Central thus had to let their superb physical abilities overcome the rich traditions of their two foes, long-time Class A volleyball powers Mabel-Canton and Faribault B.A.. First was a re-match with the 2nd-seeded Cougars (33-2, #7). A year ago, the Falcons collapsed in the 1A East semifinals versus M-C, losing the match 3-2 after leading 2-0 and 9-2 in game three. They had to mentally overcome that haunting memory. They went about doing so in an interesting way. The first minutes of the 2013 1A East final were a volleyball hitting fans delight. The teams exchanged hammered scores, tying at every point up to 16 (save for 5). Twenty-one of those 32 points were via kill. M-C then used talented seniors Belle Sand and Sara Lind to score 10 of the final 12 points, to post a first game 25-18 victory.
At that point, FC couldn’t blow a 2-0 lead, so they commenced playing Falcon volleyball. They got up early in game two (7-3), expanded the lead a bit later (156), and didn’t look back enroot to a 25-16 win. Game three was closer, with five early ties. But a 6-0 Falcon run (three Tori Peterson kills) put FC up 13-7. With it 18-16, freshmen Tayah Barnes scored a couple kills, and then junior Morgan Malley two more on setter attacks, and then a block. FC scored the final seven points for the 25-16 win, the 2-1 advantage. Game four was similar to game three, with ties early (at 1, 3, 6, 10, and 11). With it 15-14 FC, the Falcons went to Taylor Case. After four, five, and three kills in the first three sets, she had eight in the final game (21 total with 17 digs). Four were in a 6-1 FC run that made the score 21-15. FC’s fast-paced, relentless offense had M-C pressing. After eight hitting errors in games 1-3 combined, M-C had seven alone in game four (unofficially). In the end, FC went Case’s best accomplice on the night, MH Leah Scheevel. The 5’9” junior’s 16th kill sent FC volleyball nation into jubilation. The Falcons closed out the game 25-19, and the match 3-1. They are the 2013 Sub-Section 1A East champions. In addition to Case and Scheevel, there were Falcon juniors Malley (setter) and Sara Schultz (libero). With 51 assists, five kills, seven digs, and 1.5 blocks, plus 18-18 serving, Morgan was everywhere. With a game-high 29 digs (plus 25-26 on serve receive), Schultz was superb defensively. Peterson added 8 kills, Barnes 6 kills (four in game three) and 16 digs, and Larissa Armstrong 11 digs. For M-C, it was an extra-tough loss. Five outstanding seniors played their last game, headed by fiveyear players Belle Sand (13 kills, 14 digs), Lydia Geving (12 kills, See STATE-BOUND Page 10
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C ommentary The People’s House By Karen Reisner Speaker John Boehner, when he accepted the gavel after being elected as Speaker of the House in January 2011, declared, “The people voted to end business as usual and today we begin to carry out their instructions.” He continued with his remarks say- Karen Reisner ing “this is the People’s House.” Is it still the People’s House? Did the majority of the citizens of the United States want the House we have? I don’t think so. Due to the severely contorted and politically lopsided districts we have, the majority of the people don’t really get the representative they want. Charlie Cook, Cook Political Report, suggested that with the current system politicians choose their voters more than voters choose their politicians. The deck is stacked for incumbents to get reelected again and again unless they loose to a more extreme member of their own party in a primary election.
Unfortunately, party activists who tend to be more extreme are more likely to vote in primaries, giving us more extreme candidates in the general election. The vast majority of the public lands mostly in the political center and not on the extreme right or the extreme left. A recent study by NBC/Esquire found that the American Center makes up 51 percent of the people in this country. Those of us that reside more or less in the center need to make the effort to get out and vote in the primary elections. This may result in a relatively moderate candidate that we can stand behind. The most effective option to truly get a more representative House is to redesign the districts with a mathematical computer program that completely removes party influence. It should rely only on the 700,000 or so people per district, drawing geographical lines to include this number as geometrically square as possible. This would eliminate for the most part the so-called safe districts for either party. Safe districts produce more extreme
candidates who have no motivation to compromise and work with the other side. Computer drawn districts would encourage the candidacy of people who appeal to the majority of the people in a district that likely will not be monopolized by either Democrats or Republicans. This would make a more representative House of Representatives. ‘We the people’ are not as polarized as today’s Congress. With the partisan control we have in state governments by one party or the other the above option is not likely to become a reality. In most states the legislature draws district lines which is a highly partisan process. The next best option to attain a more representative House is to have a two candidate open primary like California. California voters approved the Top Two Candidates Open Primary Act by referendum. All candidates that run in the primary, regardless of part affiliation, appear on a single primary ballot. Voters vote for the candidate of their choice in the primary election. The two candidates with the most votes move on to the general election. Districts that are dominated significantly by one party will likely have two candi-
Elderly please beware ... To the Editor, I have received two phone calls this week from callers that state they are calling from the Medicare Office and they will be mailing out your new Medicare card along with a free packet of good stuff. FIRST they want to confirm your phone number which, of course, they already know and then they want your address, which they also have as the second caller gave mine to me and then asked if it was correct. I asked her how she got it, and she ignored my question and went on to say there was one more thing she needed and
they would get my FREE packet in the mail. THEY WANT TO KNOW WHERE YOU BANK. The first caller hung up immediately when I told her she did not need my bank and this is fraud. The second caller was more persistent. When she came on the line I politely asked for her phone number so I could call back if we got cut off. She told me, “You do not need my phone number. I AM CALLING YOU!” She then tried to persuade me to give her my bank telling me that this FREE packet was full of good stuff. I asked where she was calling from and
she said, “I told you I was calling from the Medicare Office.” She then told me “I have others on line waiting to get this FREE packet. Just give me the name of your bank so I can mail your FREE packet out.” Of course, I did not give her what she wanted and she hung up. I have notified the real Medicare Office and also my bank of what has happened. PLEASE, DO NOT EVER GIVE OUT YOUR PERSONAL CARD NUMBERS OR WHERE YOU BANK TO SOMEONE YOU DO NOT KNOW! Joan Clement Preston, MN
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dates from the same party running against each other in the general election. The advantage of the two candidate open primary is the likelihood that the winner in the general election will be the more moderate candidate. Congress has an all time low approval rating. A recent poll found 63 percent of the people would like to replace their member of Congress. As to the Speaker’s opening remarks upon his election in 2011, the business as usual so far is not acceptable and recent polls demonstrate that people do not feel the House is carrying out their instructions. Members of Congress are speaking in terms of fighting, winning, losing and surrender. They recently agreed to a short term cease fire after taking the country to the brink. These are war terms and not those of a functioning democratic, representative body that works toward the good of the country and the American people. Abraham Lincoln long ago declared “a house divided against itself cannot stand.” That should apply to Congress as well. If most states went to a top two open primary system or had districts drawn mathematically
without regard to party, we the people may actually be represented by “the People’s House.” Congress may then be a more functioning body and words like deliberation, consultation, negotiation, compromise, and agreement may return to their vocabularies. We again may have normal order and have a responsible, regular budget process without the drama of a crisis. Governing through continuing resolutions is not sustainable. Bouncing from one budget crisis to the next has a negative impact on the economy and the stature of the United States in the eyes of the world. The status quo can no longer be an option. Finding the common sense center through compromise may not produce a perfect solution according to the views of many people. However, imperfect steps forward are better for the prosperity of our country than stagnation. Failing to move forward by working together will lead to decline. Languishing in a sort of limbo provides uncertainty which is a barrier to growth and will weaken our country.
To the right, left, and middle To the Editor, A friend of mine gave me this “definition of insanity,” and I thought I would share it with the readers of this fine paper. “Definition of insanity” “Fathom the hypocrisy of a government that requires every citizen to prove they are insured...but not everyone must prove they are a citizen. And now, any of those who refuse, or are unable to prove they are citizens will receive free insurance paid for by those who are forced to buy insurance... because they are citizens.” I’ll keep you posted! Between a rock and a hard place, Kerry Kingsley Harmony, MN
In response to Mrs. Carole Yenter To the Editor, She blamed Democrats for barricading entrance to the War Memorials during the Government “shut down.” The “shut down” was caused by extreme Republicans in Congress. When Republicans shut down the government they cut funds that paid for the guards that protected the Memorials. The Republicans were responsible for the barricades! Yvonne Nyenhuis Lanesboro, MN
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C ommentary One Moment,Please... Youth: Inspired while inspiring By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal Cell: 507-251-5297 jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com It’s not every week that we dedicate our entire front page to high school sports coverage. As matter of fact, up until the Lanesboro Burros went to state in football back in 2010, we had never historically Jason Sethre committed any resources to local sports coverage. But, when the Burros went to state in football, that momentum inspired our team to forge ahead with high school sports coverage. Since that game-changer, we have been lucky enough to have Paul Trende, born and raised in Fillmore County, covering our local high school sports -- a total of seven school districts. And, when it comes to high school sports, Paul knows his stuff. I look at Paul Trende with the Fillmore County Journal and Devon Krueger with KFIL-FM as a combined wealth of information relating to our local sports teams. Our area is very luck to have both of them and their dedication. But, none of this sports coverage would mean anything if we didn’t have these inspiring youth out there raising the bar in all regards. Whether it is Burro Niko
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Anderson setting a high school state record for touchdowns, or Falcon Taylor Case achieving a career milestone with her 1,000th kill, or Gophers Nate Skare kicking a game-winning field goal -- these high schoolers are an inspiration for all of us. And, as I look to my children, ages 6 and 9, I am excited for them. They are proud to attend Fillmore Central and watch the Lady Falcons pour their talent and energy into a state tournament title match. Trust me, my commentary isn’t all about high school sports. This is all about our young people showing us they are courageous and yet humble. Their actions speak louder than words. They are inspired to do great things, and at the same time they are inspiring younger generations who look up to them. It’s not just in sports. The youth participating in area high school bands who strive to be the best become an inspiration. And, those who accelerate in academics with Knowledge Bowl become an inspiration. I am especially proud of the eight high school students participating in our 15th annual Journal Student Writing Project. As you flip through today’s paper, you’ll see another contribution by Kirby O’Connor. There are many adults who wouldn’t take a gamble on putting their opinion out there for everyone to dissect, so to have these young people put their name on it really says a lot. I recall a few years ago when the very bright and talented Anton Adamek addressed the issue of high school students throwing the word “gay” around in a deragatory manner. He
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took that issue head-on, and I think he prevailed in getting his point made. Recently, a Mabel-Canton High School student, Kaysie Kerns, wrote her column titled “Molly or death?” Kaysie brought up an issue that may be facing teens in our schools. She talked about an extreme form of Ecstasy that can literally lead to death. All of these youth I have mentioned have something in common. They are setting the bar; for themselves and for those who will follow in their footsteps. And, the interesting thing is that most of them don’t realize that all eyes are on them. These youth and those who succeed them will be leading this country some day. We had better pay attention to how we are raising them. Their character, their ambition, their integrity, their passion for what they do, their goal-setting -- all important. While they are inspired to do such great things, they are inspiring our next generations. Or, at least we hope so.
Government this week •Monday, November 11, Whalan City Council meeting, City Hall, 5 p.m. •Monday, November 11, Spring Valley City Council meeting, City Hall, 6 p.m. •Monday, November 11, City of Rushford City Council meeting, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. •Monday, November 11, Wykoff City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m. •Monday, November 11, Chatfield City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m. •Monday, November 11, Houston City Council meeting, City Hall, 7:30 p.m. •Tuesday, November 12, Fillmore County Commissioners City Council meeting, Courthouse, 9 a.m. •Tuesday, November 12, Harmony City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m. •Wednesday, November 13, Canton City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m. •Wednesday, November 13, Mabel City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m. •Wednesday, November 13, Peterson City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m. •Monday, November 18, Rushford-Peterson School Board meeting, Rushford computer room, 5:30 p.m. •Monday, November 18, Preston City Council meeting, Council Chambers, 6 p.m. •Monday, November 18, Chatfield School Board meeting, HS media center, 7 p.m. •Monday, November 18, Kingsland School Board meeting, 7 p.m. Schedule subject to change.
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Your comments & concerns from www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Guest Commentary: Dear Future facilities committee, Please do not forget the message the voters sent you last November -by Brett Kues Sharon Rustad says: Mr. Kues: In your commentary this week you have some very viable arguments. But let me ask a few questions from you. Have you ever toured the R-P facilities? Last year you stated you “had not.” The community was asked to participate on this task committee this past summer. During those months of meetings, I never saw you take any interest in attending to learn ALL the facts. We also missed 1 board member who chose not to attend. If you are so interested in the school, why aren’t you ever present at the meetings so you get all the facts straight! There is a lot more to this issue other than money!!
bkues says: Mrs. Rustad, Yes, I have had the opportunity to take a tour of the school. I was very fortunate to receive a private tour from Mr. Ehlers. It was the result of this tour that has me convinced the school is in need of major repairs, and that the option to do nothing is no longer a viable option. As for attending the committee meetings, I am not on the committee and am unaware of them being open to the public. I was invited to one, but sadly was out of town and could not attend. I would be thrilled to be part of the committee or to attend meetings. If another invitation is forthcoming I would consider attending, but feel it may be more of a distraction than constructive. Brett
Andy Prinsen says: Mr. Kues, I am sad to see that you had to write another commentary without knowing all of the facts. It is hard to put all of the information on the website. As more information is presented, you will be informed of why we came to the decision we did. It is unfortunate that you did not notice the search for committee members on the school website as it was open to the public. We needed your input at the meetings instead of in the paper. I would be happy to go through things in person if you are willing to take the time. A lot of time was put into the committee meetings so please don’t degrade it anymore than you already have. intentions#exposed says: Brett, I wish you would just come clean with your true intentions.Why don’t you want to see a new school built. Maybe it’s purely a selfish motive. It’s a pretty big coincidence that you are in the process of building a big fancy house. Maybe you’re soley thinking about yourself and not wanting your property taxes to go up. Maybe you should think of what’s best for the community. Start being a part of the solution instead of part of the problem!
dedicatedtocommunity says: Brett, once again you claim to know everything without knowing all the facts. The committee was open to anyone interested in serving on it. But I guess you were too busy to serve on it, but you’re not too busy to write derogatory commentaries that sabotage the hard work of others. The committee met for a total of 15 hours to intensely study not only our facilities but where education is headed. They looked at planning for the future in the long-term not 5-10 years out. The 1906 building could be repurposed for a variety of different things. Think outside the box. Winona and Lanesboro are examples of repurposing their old buildings for different uses like apartment buildings. Please take the time to get educated before thinking you know it all. I didn’t know taking one short tour of the facilites made you an expert on it.
MNFarmboy says: Mr. Kues, the bill you mentioned about the district receiving $20 million from the State is dead and needs to be re-introduced during next year’s session. The bill never made it out of the committee it was assigned to.
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Obituaries Josephine C. Benson Josephine C. Benson, 100 years of age, died on Thursday, October 31 at her home at Traditions in Preston, Minn., where she resided for the last 4.5 years. Jo was born on September 15, 1913 in Owatonna, Minn. to John and Mary Pelinka. She graduated from high school in Owatonna and attended college. She remained in O w a t o n n a Josephine C. Benson while her husband, Raymond served in the Navy during World War II. Following his separation from the military after the war, they made their home in Brooklyn Center, Minn. Jo worked as a Ward Secretary at Hennepin Medical Center (then Swedish Hospital) until her retirement. She then worked as a day care provider until her 87th birthday. Jo is survived by her three children, Carolyn Pittman (William) of Merrill, Wis.; Robert Benson (Sandra) of Preston, Minn., and Richard Benson (Vicki) of Minneapolis. She is also survived by her four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by
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Branson, Mo. She valued hard work, honesty, and had a strong work ethic. She was a member of the Mabel First Lutheran Church and was a skilled Lefse maker, seamstress, doll maker, and gardener. She enjoyed canning, polka music, dancing, and playing cards. But most of all spending time with her daughters and grandchildren. Lucille is survived by her husband Erick of Decorah; two daughters Lois Liudahl of Bloomington, Minn., and Joyce Gross of Atlantic, Iowa; five grandchildren; great grandchilLucille Flaskerud Lucille Flaskerud, age 89, dren; and sister-in-law Veneda of Decorah, Iowa, formerly of Brown of Santa Ana, Calif. She Mabel, Minn., died November was preceded in death by her 1, 2013 at the Aase Haugen husband Earl; her parents Leonard and Louise; a brother James. Home in Decorah. Lucille was born May 10, Funeral services were on Mon1924 at Waterloo Ridge, Iowa day, November 4, 2013 at the to Leonard and Louise (Flaten) Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel with the Reverend Mary G u nd e r s on . Waudby officiating. Burial was She attended in the Mabel Lutheran Cemarea counetery. Visitation was one hour try school. prior to services at the church. On March 6, 1941 she Harry L. Housker was united Harry L. Housker, age 94, of in marriage Mabel, Minn., to Earl W. Lucille Flaskerud died ThursRamlo. Earl later died on November 17, 1981. day, October In 1982 she traveled to Europe 31, 2013 at and while in Belgium visited the the Green Lea grave of her brother, James, who Manor Nursing Home in was killed in World War II. On June 29, 2002 she married Mabel. Erick Flaskerud in Calmar, Iowa Harry was Harry L. Housker and enjoyed their honeymoon in born August her husband, Raymond, and her two brothers. A very special thank you to her friends and all the staff at Traditions for their friendship and loving care during her time at Traditions and particularly her final weeks. An informal Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, November 12, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Traditions in Preston. She will be buried with her husband in the National Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Snelling.
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! 29, 1919 at home in rural Preble Township, Spring Grove, Minn. to Anton and Lina (Itse) Housker. He attended the local country school, was confirmed in the Norwegian language, and assisted in running the family farm while in his teens upon the death of his father. On November 3, 1945, Harry married Ruby Myhre at the Wilmington Lutheran Church, rural Spring Grove. They continued to run the family farm together with their son, Dean. Harry also operated Housker Brothers Repair Service with his brother, Bernard, and was an accomplished mechanic. Harry was a lifelong member of Scheie Lutheran Church. He enjoyed old-time music; gardening; visiting with friends, relatives and neighbors; and tinkering in his shop. He will be missed by all. Harry is survived by Beverly (Mrs. Dean) Housker, and numerous nieces and nephews.
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He was preceded in death by his wife Ruby; his son Dean; three brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at the Scheie Lutheran Church in rural Mabel with the Rev. Mary Waudby officiating. Interment was at the church cemetery. Thelma B. Hughes Thelma B. Hughes, 97, of Houston, Minn. died on Friday, November 1, 2013, at Valley View Healthcare and Rehab in Houston. Thelma was born on August 10, 1916, in Fillmore County, Minn. to Hans and Emma (Carlson) Overland. She graduated from Rushford High School in 1936. On October 16, 1937, she was united in marriage with Robert C. Hughes. She and her husband farmed in the Money Creek area from 1941 until 1960, when the couple moved to See OBITUARIES Page 9 MINIATURE PINSCHER
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Fillmore County Church Directory Fillmore County Journal • Preston MN 507.765.2151 Perfect Glossy • Preston MN 507.251.5297 A rendahl Lutheran Church....………………………Sundays - 10:30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2477 Assembly Of God Church.….………………………Sundays - 10:00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 Assumption Catholic Church.……..…Fri. - 8:30am & Sat. - 5:00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320 Bethlehem Lutheran Church./.………………………Sundays - 9:00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344 Calvary Baptist Church.…….…………Sundays - 10:45am & 6:00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4686 Canton-Scotland Presby terian Church.....…………Sundays - 9:00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 Chatf ield Lutheran Church……………..Sundays - 8:00am & 9:30am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4721 Chatf ield United Methodist Christ…………………Sundays - 9:30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3529 Cherry Grove United Methodist...…………………Sundays - 10:00am 18183 160th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (Cherry Grove) (507) 937-3177 Christ Lutheran Church...……………………………Sundays - 9:00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2161 Christian Science Services.…………………………Sundays - 10:00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Elstad Lutheran Church...……………………………Sundays - 10:30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church....……………………Sundays - 10:00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church..……Sat. - 5:00pm & Sun. - 9:00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830 Fillmore Free Methodist Church...…Sundays - 8:30am & 10:30am 19127 County 8, Wykoff, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450 First Baptist Church....…………………Sundays - 10:30am & 6:00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840 First Baptist Church-Preston.…………Sundays - 10:30am & 7:00pm 108 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4960 First English Lutheran Church.……………………..Sundays - 10:00am 217 W Grant St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2793 First Lutheran Church of Highland.………………..Sundays - 10:30am 22423 391st Ave, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3318 First Presby terian Church..…………………………Sundays - 10:00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2854 Fountain Lutheran....…………………………………Sundays - 9:00am Main Street, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4413 Fountain United Methodist Church...………………Sundays - 8:30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4456 Garness Trinity Lutheran...…………………………Sundays - 11:00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905
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Grace Lutheran Church..……………………………Sundays - 9:00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2218 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…………………......Sundays - 9:00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church..…………………Sundays - 10:00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2546 Harmony United Methodist Church..……………..Sundays - 10:30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henry town Lutheran Church.…………………………Sun. - 10:30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Prairie Lutheran Church.……………….Sundays -9:00am 43267 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church (Special Occasions) Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545 -2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church..………………………Sundays - 9:30am 254 Main St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church..……………Sundays - 10:30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Mabel First Lutheran Church………………………Sundays - 9:00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293 Mabel United Methodist Church..…………………Sundays - 9:30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296 Nativity Catholic Church...Sun. (1 & 2) - 8:45am & (3 & 4) - 10:30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 New Life Victory Church……………………………Sundays - 9:30am 225 3rd Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3525 Newburg United Methodist Church 3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24 North Prairie Lutheran.……………………………Sundays - 10:30am 35957 Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875 -2460 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.……Sundays - 8:00am & 10:30am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 Pilot Mound Lutheran Church.……………………Sundays - 9:00am 8 miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875 -2460 Pioneer Presby terian Church ………………………Sundays - 8:30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4037 Preston United Methodist Church ………………..Sundays - 8:30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2503 R iver Of Life Regional Church 220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853 Root Prairie Lutheran Church ……………………Sundays - 10:30am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4455 Root R iver Church of the Brethren ………………Sundays - 10:00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4772 Root R iver Community Church …………………Sundays - 10:30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074
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BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN CHURCH Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)
Bethlehem Lutheran Church has stood as prominent landmark on the bluff overlooking downtown Lanesboro for as long as the town has existed. The congregation continues to be a vibrant part of the community today. The church building is actually older than the congregation. A Presbyterian fellowship built the church out of native limestone in 1868, one year before Lanesboro was incorporated. Bethlehem congregation was established in 1874 and purchased the building from the Presbyterians in 1889. Now in its 138th year of ministry, Bethlehem has 580 baptized members. The life of the congregation is centered in weekly worship which is enhanced by an adult choir, Sunday school choir, and a praise band. Eighty children, preschool through high school, participate in Sunday school, confirmation, and other learning opportunities. The Christian Education Team partners with Good Earth Village Bible Camp to provide a community-wide day camp each summer attended by over 60 children. The Lutheran Youth Organization meets monthly for a variety of recreational, learning and service activities. Bethlehem has an active women’s group which coordinates monthly Bible studies, a quilting ministry and a knitting ministry. The WELCA uses the money raised by its annual fundraisers to support the Lanesboro community youth mission trip, the Preston food shelf, the Red Cross, Lutheran Social Service, and several other charitable organizations, as well as to provide Bible camperships. Bethlehem welcomes the community to its worship, education and fellowship events. It is also proud to provide meeting space for Lanesboro girl scouts, cub scouts, 4-H, and Alcoholics Anonymous. The congregation’s mission/vision statement says, “We believe that we have been called, gathered, enlightened, and made holy by the Spirit of God. We worship, grow in faith, serve and reach out to all people, proclaiming: Jesus Christ is our hope – yesterday and today and forever.” We invite you to come and share your gifts in God’s work in “the heart of Bluff County” … Historic Lanesboro!
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Houston where Robert operated a filling station. Thelma worked at Skifton’s General Store in Houston for several years. She was a member of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Houston and was a Cub Scout leader. She enjoyed making lefse and doing handy work, but most of all she enjoyed being a loving mother, grandma and great-grandma. She is survived by four children: Dan (Rose Marie) Hughes of Rochester, Minn., Darrell Hughes of Houston, Minn., Dee Ann (Dennis) Pettyjohn of Owatonna, Minn., and Douglas Hughes of Rushford, Minn.; nine grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a brother and a sister. The funeral service was on Tuesday, November 5, at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church with the Rev. Lane Zaffke officiating. Visitation was one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial was in the Stone Church Cemetery in Houston. Marjorie Otis Marjorie Otis, 78, of Rushford, Minn. died on Wednesday, October 30, at her home. She was born on March 3, 1935, in Cedar Glades, Ark. to Alfred and Angie (Murders) Adams. In her early childhood, Marjorie moved with Marjorie Otis her family from Arkansas to Twain Harte, Calif. and later to Pine Grove, Calif., where she met Howard Otis while he was serving in the U.S. Navy. Marjorie and Howard were married on April 10, 1954, in Winona, Minn. Marjorie was a career Navy wife and mother, living all over the Continental U.S., Hawaii and Guam. She and her family last lived in Rosemount and Burnsville, Minn. prior to moving to Rushford in 1982. Marjorie was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Rushford. She enjoyed bluegrass music, bird watching and canning. Marjorie is survived by her husband, Howard; three children: David Lee Otis of Mabel, Minn., Paul (Tammy) Otis of Pine City, Minn., and Annette Zillhart of Rosemount, seven grandchildren, and five siblings: Evelyn, Joel, J.D., Johnny and Jimmy. She was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters in infancy, Deborah and Karen; granddaughter, Alyssa; one brother and two sisters. The funeral service was on Saturday, November 9, at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Rushford with the Rev. Kristin Rice officiating. Burial was at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Rushford.
Wilbur E. “Bill” Peterson Wilbur E. “Bill” Peterson, age 91, of Harmony, Minn. died Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at Gunderson Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, Wis. Bill was born November 7, 1921 in Otisco, Minn., to Elmer and Elma Peterson. He moved Wilbur E. to the Har- “Bill” Peterson mony in his early teens and graduated from Harmony High School in 1939. After continuing his education as a Machinist in Winona, Minn., Bill applied his skills at the Naval Ship Yard in Bremerton, Wash. re-building ships damaged during the war. He returned to Harmony in 1943 to marry his longtime sweetheart Mae Peterson on June 26 at the Harmony State Line Church. Together they moved back to Washington State where he continued working at the Naval Ship Yard. Bill joined the Air Force and served as a Squadron Crew Chief. Mae and Bill returned to Harmony in 1947 to start a family and work alongside his father at Peterson Auto Service. They continued to operate this business until Bill, along with a few local business men, started a venture which soon became
Monday, November 11, 2013 Harmony Enterprise Corporation “HECO.” Bill wore many hats while working at HECO including Chief Engineer and Vice President. After retiring for the first time in 1986, Bill and Mae owned and operated the Country Lodge Motel until they sold it in 1996. Bill loved his family, church and home. He served in many capacities to help develop and improve his community and church. He was especially proud of being honored with the Melvin Jones Award from Lions Club International which recognized his passion to serve. Bill is survived by three children: Robert (Sandy) Peterson of Gainesville, Fla., Carolyn (Bruce) Morem of Lake Geneva, Wis. and Gordon (Sandi) Peterson of Rockford, Mich.; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; a sister, Dolores (Dudley) Keech; a brother-in-law, Willard Peterson; and two sisters-in-law: Luanne Peterson and Ruth Peterson. Bill is preceded in death by his parents and his wife Beulah “Mae” who died on October 12, 2011. Funeral services were on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 11 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Harmony. Interment with Military rites will followed at State Line Cemetery, rural Harmony.
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MnDOT, snowplow crews gear up for winter weather Plow drivers rely on motorists to keep Minnesota roads safe ROCHESTER, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s snowplow operators are trained, experienced and prepared for another winter weather season. “MnDOT has the equipment, technology and know-how to continue to provide first-rate service and performance,” said MnDOT Commissioner Charlie Zelle. “But we count on motorists to do their part in helping us keep the roads as safe as they can be by giving our plows room to work.” Last year in Minnesota, 21 crashes took place between vehicles and snowplows. Crashes usually are caused by inattentive motorists, motorists driving too closely to the plow or by driving too fast for given conditions. Plow operators have much to monitor and control while on duty, and their ability to see behind them is limited. Their vision also can be hampered by the snow clouds they create while plowing. “Each of us need to reeducate ourselves for winter driving, which means increased awareness, reduced distractions and greater care and patience when traveling from point A to point B,” Zelle said. “We need to remember that the plows’ sole purpose is to make
the roads as clear and passable as they can be—and as quickly as possible.” Safe winter driving means: •Checking road conditions at www.511mn.org or dialing 5-1-1 before heading out •Being patient and remembering that snowplows are present for motorists’ benefit •Staying back at least five car lengths behind plows. Plow operators pull over when safe to do so to allow any built-up traffic to pass. •Staying alert for snowplows that may turn or exit with little warning. Plows also travel over roadway center lines, or partially in traffic, to further improve road conditions. •Slowing down to a safe speed and driving for conditions, allowing for plenty of travel time. Snowplows typically move at slower speeds. •Buckling up and ensuring that kids are properly seated and in the right type of car seat •Avoiding unnecessary travel if road conditions are poor or hazardous For additional information, visit www.mndot.gov/workzone or follow #mnstorm on Twitter.
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, November 11, 2013
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Attention all youth ages 11-16 It’s that time of year again to start thinking of our snowmobile safety class. This year again will be based on a CD put out by the state and DNR. You must obtain and complete the CD in order to complete the classroom instruction, written and driving tests. Class date is November 30Th, at CPS in harmony from 10am-2pm. For more information and the CD contact Randi Wingert at 507.421.5653 or by email at randiwingert@hotmail.com.
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will be back to greatness next year. It’s not just the first state birth in volleyball for Fillmore Central. It’s the first state birth in anything in the school’s 20-plus year history post-consolidation, as it pertains to solely Fillmore Central sports. The FC/L/M-C wrestling program went in 1999. Because of the two big wins, FC (33-2) was the top seed in the state tournament. They deserved that top spot. They played AdaBorup and won 3 sets to 1. Of the schools ranked in the last Class A volleyball poll (Oct. 21), FC has beaten 7 of the top 11 and 8 of the top 13. They are 8-0 (19-4 set record) versus the best in their Class. Both Franz Boelter and Lonnie Morken, the esteemed B.A. and M-C coaches, echoed the sentiment that the best/better team won in each of the matches, quite a compliment to the FC girls. Skare FG, Riley INT, in OT, End Warriors Reign It’s been awhile since Chatfield (#9) last beat Caledonia (#1) in football. It’s been 10 games, the 2006 season. The last three losses, have been agony. In 2012’s regular season meeting, a virtual stalemate went 6-0 in Caledonia’s favor. Then the Warriors humiliated Chatfield in the 2012 Section title game 29-0, holding the Goph’s to one yard at halftime, and no first downs until the 4th quarter. In this year’s season opener, the Gophers were better than Caledonia (400 yards offense to 250), but also worse (three missed PAT’s, a missed FG, and five TO’s). Chatfield fell 19-18. All of that is now water under the bridge. Caledonia started fast in the 2013 Section 1AA title game. After a Gopher fumble, on the Warriors first offensive play from scrimmage, senior QB Mason DeMorett threw a perfect bomb to Sam Schulte. The 80-yard pitch and catch, plus PAT, made it 7-0 Warriors. Chatfield answered back in the 2nd quarter. I’ll give you two guesses who did it, but you’ll only need one. Jake Neis authored a Jake Neis run. He took a hand-off left, went through a hole, and then cut-back against the grain to daylight before speeding to paydirt. The 40-yard TD made the
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score 7-7. That’s where it would stood at halftime. In the second half, Chatfield’s defense repeatedly got tested. Caledonia’s first three series’ all wound up inside the Gopher ten. The first was turned away on 4th and 5 from the Gopher 7 (incompletion). The second attained a first and goal from the two, but a pair of penalties (including an aiding the runner) pushed Caledonia back. They settled for a 26-yard Mason Ashbacher FG, a 10-7 lead. Chatfield got the score back quickly. Skare hit Drew Hurley for 42 yards. He then kicked a 37-yard FG to begin the 4th to tie the score at 10-10. The third Warrior possession, midway through the 4th, got to a 2nd and 6 from the Gopher 7. A Ryan Pitts TD run was then nullified by a penalty. The Warriors again settled for a FG, but Ashbacher’s 31-yard attempt was no good. Chatfield then put together a small drive, but punted. Caledonia put together a bigger drive, to the Gopher 27 (0:54 left), only to suffer a set-back on a holding penalty. On the last play of regulation, West Spier’s 42-yard game-winning FG was partially blocked. Tied at 10, a game between two teams, one hell bent on retribution, hell bent on knocking off a dynasty, the other a dynasty hell bent on keeping it that way, went to overtime. Chatfield lost the flip and got the ball first (1st and goal on the 10-yardline, per MSHSL OT rules). They ran three plays for no yards. Skare saved the possession by kicking a 27-yard FG. Caledonia took over needing a TD for the win. On first down, DeMorett rolled to his right looking for an out-type pass pattern. He threw. He hit Gopher #3 A.J. Riley who, coincidentally, had been burned on the Warrior
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shored up their hitting and rallied with an 8-2 run to tie the Continued from Page 1 game at 21. With it 24-all, B.A. 12 digs), and Carly McCabe (41 got a kill from talented junior assists, 12 digs). Sara Lind, who, OH Lauren Mathews, and then after not playing volleyball until an ace from Shelby Meyer to win her sophomore year, evolved 26-24. They evened the match into a true force (13 kills, 3 at 1-1. Game three saw B.A. blocks). Libero Christine Lee ride the momentum of the win has been a steady defender and a to early leads, but trailing 8-6, team-high 22 digs was evidence. the Falcons scored five straight The Cougars end with a 33-3 (up 11-8). Leading 13-12, they scored four without an answer record, as 1A East runners-up. (up 17-12). B.A. closed to down …And Then Another After overcoming the M-C 21-18, but FC got a pair of kills hurdle, FC’s next was Class A’s each from senior’s Case and pre-imminent power Faribault Peterson to get the 25-18 win, a B.A (West’s 1-seed, 18-11, #4 in 2-1 advantage. They then rode state) in a battle of absolute tra- that momentum into game four, dition versus, well, no tradition jumping out 9-2 and 21-10. at all. B.A. entered the two-time From there, the anticipation was defending Class A state cham- almost too much for the FC pion. They’ve won six state titles girls to bear. B.A. closed to since 2003 and played in every 23-17 and then 24-21. The Falstate final since 2002 (save for cons failed to nail down section 2009). That’s either 1st or 2nd title/state birth point four times every year since 2002 (save for (24-18 thru 24-21). B.A. fought 2009). But every year is a new even harder towards the end, one and, 2013 is the year of the actually scoring 11 of the game’s final 15 points. But four points Falcon. Fillmore got an early 6-0 run was winner-winner, we’re going to take a 12-5 lead in game one. to state, dinner. The last came They’d lead by at least three the from the Falcons ace. I’ll give rest of the way enroot to a 25-17 you two guesses who it is, but win. In game two, FC again you’ll only need one. The gal led, 10-6 on the back of a 6-0 known as ‘Tay’ went back-corner run, and 19-13 on the back of line on an attack for the game, a 6-1 run. But B.A.’s program the match, the section title, and just doesn’t give away absolutely the state birth, FC’s first. The important games. The Cardinals Falcons downed B.A. 3-1 (2517, 24-26, 25-18, 25-21). Taylor led the way with 20 kills, 25 digs, and perfect 24-24 serving. Main Ave. Harmony Fellow senior Tori Peterson, did Cal you lt what seniors do in crunch time See he Ver o ify at t es and took the initiative. After THEATRE Mov vi ie o 507.886.7469 M three combined kills in games Tickets ~ $5 Adult • $4 Kids & Seniors one and two, she had 11 (14 Fri. Nov. 15.......................7:30pm total) over the last two games. Sat. Nov. 16.......................7:30pm Sammi Bakke also had 14 kills SuN. Nov. 17.......................7:30pm plus 2.5 blocks. Sara Schultz (24 digs, 28-30 serve receive) and Morgan Malley (52 assists, 4 kills, 10 digs, 1.5 blocks) were again brilliant. B.A. was led by Mathews (18 kills, 17 digs, 2 Run Time: PG-13 2 Hour 14 minutes aces, 2 blocks), Payton Nutter Bring your own bucket for popcorn EvEryday & save! (10 kills, 11 digs), and Nichole Van Horn (35 assists, 11 digs), www.jemmovies.com their only senior starter. B.A. www.facebook.com/JemTheatre
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TD pass early in the game. Riley secured the pick, hit the ground. Head Coach Jeff Johnson was there to commend him almost as fast as the officials could signal the game was over. Swarms of Gopher fans were on the field nearly as quickly. Chatfield fire trucks were waiting in Troy to triumphantly usher the boys into town. By a final of 13-10, the Gopher football team downed the dynasty, got retribution, and punched its first trip to state since 1999. Neis (26 carries, 130 yards, TD) and Pitts (31-134 yards), the SFA Blue’s two best RB’s, dueled all game long, carrying each of their teams loads. Hurley (3 receptions, 76 yards) and Schulte (3-88, TD) the same on the outside. But the game wasn’t just about Chatfield’s retribution, it was also about Riley’s retribution, and then Nate Skare’s retribution. Skare on top of his offensive duties (5-10, 86 yards passing; 4 carries, 21 yards rushing), was 2-3 on FG’s including the game-tying boot in regulation, and the game-winner in OT. In the season-opener, he was 0-3 on PAT’s and 0-1 on FG’s. In the state quarterfinals at RCTC, the 10-1 Gophers will face a familiar school, Section 3AA champ 10-1 Jackson County Central. JCC knocked off the Goph wrestling team in the semifinals of state last season. Coach Johnson’s high school alma mater, Pine Island, won the Section 2AA title. They are coached by John Stapleton, a former teammate of Johnson’s on the WSU football team. The Panthers are in the upper half of the bracket, Chatfield the lower. Opposite the ChatfieldJCC game, is Hawley-Holdingford. The Gophers last state title (1996) came over Hawley.
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Fillmore County Sports Gopher Volleyball Section Runner-Up the 25-16 win, the 2-1 lead. Game four saw 15 ties. Eagle Brandi Blattner was one big pest (really good). Down 25-24, a wayward Gopher attack seemingly sent the match to a fifth game, but a net violation was called on D-E (tying the game at 25). Kills by Kirsten Keefe and Kammer then gave the Gophers the set 27-25, the match 3-1 over the Blattner (24 kills, 36 digs) led Eagles. In the Section final versus #3 Kasson-Mantorville (who went 3-0 versus #2 Stewartville), the underdog Gopher’s defense kept them in it. They did their best to block K-M’s powerful 6’0” OH’s Brooklyn Lewis and Hailey Busch. Their backline staved off point after point. Chatfield just couldn’t mount offense when they needed it. K-M took game one
By Paul Trende For the Chatfield volleyball team, things didn’t go as well for their male counterparts or FC adversaries. The Gopher gals were able to win the Sub-Section 1AA East title. They took a hard fought affair over 3-seed Dover-Eyota (16-13) 3-to-1. Alex Duxbury’s four aces right off the bat helped the Gophers to a 7-2 start in game one, but D-E took only their second lead at 24-23, and then an Ashley Tiedemann block gave them game #1 (25-23). Chatfield probably had game two in hand (up 19-15), but junior OH Maddy Kammer made sure. She authored a pair of kills and blocks amidst a 6-0 Gopher run to close things out (25-15), and tie the match at 1-1. The Gophers then controlled game three from start to finish for
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25-17, Chatfield game two 25-20, K-M game three 25-16, and the Gophers led game four 24-21. But the Komets staved off a 5th set with three straight points, tying the game at 24. Chatfield had too more chances for a fifth, up 25-24 and 26-25, but again were denied. A Gopher attack error and then a Busch kill ended Chatfield’s season. They fell 3-1 (17-25, 25-20, 16-25, 26-28) to the Komets in a match much closer than many expected. Chatfield finishes with a school record 25 wins, 9 defeats. Like, Mabel-Canton, it was an extra-tough defeat. The Gophers lose a couple really great players. Senior libero Alex Duxbury has been one the state’s best defensive players for most of her four-year varsity career. She had 14 digs and 6 aces on 33-33 serving versus D-E, 15 digs and 4 aces on 23-23 serving versus K-M. She hasn’t seen her last volleyball game though. She’ll attend Concordia University in St. Paul. Gabrielle Salisbury also played her last high school game, and was also outstanding. Salisbury posted 29 assists, 19 digs, 3 kills, and 3 aces versus D-E, and 36 assists, 19 digs, and 2 aces versus K-M. Keefe led Chatfield with 16 kills, 21 digs, and 23-23 serve receive versus D-E. Kammer
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Congratulations FC Volleyball! Sub Section 1A East Champions and Section 1A Champions! Great Job at State!
Community Ed Happenings..... •Adult Enrichment Classes
Co-Ed Adult Volleyball- Tuesday nights in Preston from 8-10pm. $3 per week or $30 for the season Co-Ed Adult Basketball- Wednesday nights in Preston starting December 4-April 30 at 7pm. $3 per week or $30 for the season Personal Budgeting - Setting Short Term Goals & Meeting Them November 18, 2013 6:30-7:30 Fillmore Central Meeting Room, Preston $5.00
Thank You for Supporting our annual One and Done Fundraiser for our 5-8th graders again this year! We raised $12,836.35 that will help provide our students with the following: bringing CLIMB Theatre to the schools for presentations on bullying, support for band and choir programs, student planners, science materials, field trips and more. Thanks again for helping provide these opportunities for our students! We appreciate your generosity!
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Donate money to help Fillmore Central receive new Miken bats or sports bags! This year’s challenge is Preston Area Community Foundation vs. Spring Valley Foundation and Harmony Foundation vs. Rushford Foundation! Donations must be made on-line on November 14 to: http://givemn.razoo.com/story/PrestonArea-Community-Foundation http://givemn.razoo.com/story/Harmony-Community-Fund
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AARP Beginner Course November 19 & 20 Fillmore Central Elementary Meeting Room, Preston from 5-9pm. Please register and make payments ahead of time Class Fee $12 (AARP Member) or $14 (non-member) written to AARP. Facility fee $4/person written to ISD#2198 (for Fillmore Central Comm. Ed)
Fillmore Central High School Tapestry Dinner Concert Saturday, December 7th, 7pm @ Wheelers in Harmony
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Personal Budgeting 101 - Basic Overview December 4, 2013 6:30-7:30 Fillmore Central Meeting Room, Preston $5.00
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Babysitting Clinic Rescheduled for Monday, November 18th & Tuesday November 19th from 3:15-5:45pm in Preston Elementary Cafeteria Homework Help Offered to 4th-6th grade every Monday & Wednesday after school until 4:15pm at the Elementary Library. Tippi Toes (Every Tuesday at the FC Elementary School)
Congratulations to Kiera Olson from Fillmore Central on advancing to the State Cross Country Meet. Kiera placed 66 out of 174 runners at the State Meet. Congratulations and we are proud of you!
October 28th-Nov 1st was Red Ribbon Week at Fillmore Central. On Wednesday, October 30th the High School SADD Organization came to the Elementary to talk with the students about making positive choices.
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Lanesboro discusses Amish vendors By Jade Sexton A crowd of people, including several from the Amish community, attended the Lanesboro City Council meeting on November 4 to discuss vendors doing businesses at Sylvan Park. Mayor Steve Rahn explained the Amish have been selling food and other items at the park for years, but several other people have come forward asking to sell things in the park as well. Rahn’s concern was that an open air market is not really the intended use of the park. There is also the issue of being fair to everyone. The park is an R1-zoned property, and under zoning ordinance, open air markets are not allowed. The council can make exceptions for special occasions. Rahn said the city is in no way trying to kick the Amish out of the park, and they are not against what they are doing. The only issue is the location. Lanesboro resident Butch Culbertson asked if there was a different area they could use that was zoned properly. “We’re willing to work with them and find a spot,” said Rahn. “The Amish definitely add to the fabric of the community.” Farmer’s Market Manager Stena Lieb said this year they have opened up the market to craft sales as well. She said they would love to have the Amish vendors at the Farmer’s Market. The only issue is that the guidelines require insurance, and that is a problem for many of the Amish
people. Lawrence Hermsoth said he is a new resident of Lanesboro, but has been coming to the area for years. He said the view drew him down here, as well as the Amish. “The public needs to be made aware of this ordinance,” said Hermsoth. “There is a large passion for the Amish here and support for tourism. If other vendors want to come that would be great.” Hermsoth asked if the town could vote on what would vendors to allow. Rahn said another issue is there are people that have businesses and restaurants in Lanesboro and pay taxes, and there would be competition. There was a lot of interest in supporting the Amish among the residents at the meeting. City Administrator David Todd reiterated the fact that the city has to be fair, and cannot enforce an ordinance on some people and not others. The issue will be looked at more in the future. Church Hill parking There was a discussion about what should be done with the parking lot at the Church Hill Condos. The owners had written a letter to the council expressing their intentions and concerns. Right now the parking lot is owned by both the city and the Church Hill School Condominium Association. It is used mostly by residents of the condos, but also by people attending services at the Bethlehem Church. The area needs to be blacktopped. One option is for the city to own
the entire lot and pay for all of the maintenance. If it remains jointly owned, they will have to come to an agreement about how to pay for maintenance. If the lot belongs to only the condominium, it can only be used by the residents who live there. Theresa Coleman, from the Public Utilities Commission, mentioned that according to ordinance, the owners of the property are required to provide an appropriate number of parking spaces before development even takes place. It didn’t make sense to her that the city would own the parking lot and take on the expense of maintaining it. There were concerns expressed about taking the parking away from people belonging to the church. It was also mentioned that there are also seven parking places right along Hillcrest that are paved and striped right near the property. No decisions were made at the meeting. Public Utilities Coleman updated the council on the recent Public Utilities meeting. Recently, there were 652 surveys sent out to residents in their utility bills. The surveys, which ask for income levels, are completely anonymous. Coleman explained they are trying to get help with funding for the water radium project, and they need 51 percent of the residents to come in below the median income requirement. So far there are 150 outstanding surveys, and the city needs to get at least 89 of them back in order to determine eligibility.
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Web Management A quote was received, and approved, from the Lanesboro Web Management Group for $1,200 to amend the city’s current web site. They will be working on putting all of the city’s ordinances online. They are also working on a method to search the ordinances. It will be a one-time fee, and there will be some cost sharing with the Public Utilities Commission. Fire Department Fire Chief Rob Wagner said the fire department went ahead and purchased the air bags they spoke about at last month’s council meeting. The air bags are used to lift vehicles and other structure during a rescue. Wagner explained the fire safety supplier gave them a good deal on the bags. Other Business The council approved Mary Ippel from Briggs and Morgan to be the bond counsel for the water radium project. After a public hearing in which there were no comments or concerns, the council approved the request from Clarice Ward Trust to vacate part of 5th Street. The council also approved the street vacation request from Rick Lamon for 106 Beacon Street. The council approved the appointment of Jason Reissman to the Planning and Zoning Commission. There were no other applicants for the position. Turkey Bowling was approved for the Parkway Pub, which will be the same as previous years. The ambulance billing contract was approved.
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Fillmore Central High School Club The Falcon Scholar Club was formed to recognize academic excellence. The criteria to become a club member are to maintain a 3.5 grade point average or higher with an all grades being a “C” or better for the previous school year. Therefore, only 10-12 graders are able to be members. A student must also be enrolled as a full time Fillmore Central High School student. The Falcon Scholar Club program will take place Wednesday, November 20 at 9:10 a.m. in the high school gymnasium. In case of a snow day, the program will be held on November 21 at 9:10 a.m. This year’s guest speaker will be Kelsey Wilhelm. Wilhelm is a 2005 graduate of Fillmore Central High School. After graduation Kelsey attended Winona State University where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in marketing. During her senior year at WSU Kelsey was named, one of only four, Provincial Collegian of the Year. Kelsey is now a sales service representative for Sherwin Williams. The public is welcome to attend.
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Rushford Village keeps at Planning and Zoning By Kirsten Zoellner The long process of setting forth a comprehensive plan is getting nearer to an end. Several months of work determining current zoning and planning responsibilities and ordinances are leading towards the establishment of an official Planning and Zoning Commission. Currently, the city has only a Zoning Board of four members and Administrator John Petit and the city council itself acts as a board of adjustment. After a read-through of zoning ordinances by Joyce Iverson on behalf of the city and the zoning, the city is nearer to ironing out the details and approval by legal counsel and the city council. Current zoning ordinances reflected on what the city is already doing in terms of the planning commission, accord-
ing the Iverson. The ordering and language of some sections have been unclear, however, occasionally duplicating or omitting items. “I volunteered to do this as member of the zoning board to continue work we started over the last three and a half years,” said Iverson. “We need to start with document we have and plug in what is absolutely necessary.” It is critical that the city approve the document for planning and zoning prior to approving the comprehensive plan. “We need to be qualified as the body to do it before we actually do it,” added Mayor Dale Schwanke. A public hearing will be held on the matter November 19, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The final budget will also be addressed at the meeting, as the city looks to certify
Family Dollar coming to Rushford By Angie Rodenburg Living in a small town can have its advantages and disadvantages. While we are able to enjoy things such as knowing your neighbor and seeing more green grass than concrete, there is the disadvantage of having to drive out of town for certain items that are not available. Deb Rasmussen, a resident of Rushford, recalls a tourist asking where he would be able to buy a pair of shoes for his daughter. She was disappointed to have to reply that there really was no place in Rushford to buy a pair of shoes. This will no longer be the case when Rushford welcomes a Family Dollar to Himlie Park. According to the Family Dollar website, “We offer our customers a mix of quality name brand products they use everyday; from consumable products such as household paper products and expanded food assortment, to treasures for every home and even quality apparel for men, women and children. We also offer a mix of seasonal products, greeting cards, giftwrap and more.” Rushford’s City Administrator,
Steve Sarvi, said, “I’m glad there is a Family Dollar store coming to town. I think it will attract more folks to shop locally. It gives people less of a reason to shop in Winona, La Crosse, or Rochester.” The store will be owned by the Family Dollar Corporation. Norwood Commercial Contractors of Chicago is constructing the store. Though construction just started approximately six weeks ago, the store seems to be well on its way to completion. Tom Clayton, the foreman on the project, said the stores usually open about a month after the team is done building. This would mean a projected opening date would be in early December, just in time for holiday shopping. When a location scout from Family Dollar came to Rushford, he asked City Administrator Sarvi if there was another town that would serve as a good location for a Family Dollar. Sarvi pointed them to Preston. The scout agreed after seeing the town. The Preston store is currently under construction at 710 Highway 52 North.
the final levy prior to December 3. The city has been invited, along with eight other towns, to participate in a Destination Medical Center (DMC) event. Coordinated to further economic development of the Mayo Healthcare System and Minnesota, this event is slated for November 18, beginning at 6 p.m., at the Commonweal Theatre in Lanesboro. Open to the public, towns participating in the event will have a physical presence at the event, as well as the ability to chat one-on-one with DMC representatives, giving them a 3-minute “story” of the community. “As a city, we don’t have a lot of businesses that fit tourism,” noted Mayor Schwanke. “The DMC is much bigger than tourism,” responded Zoning Board Member Joyce Iverson, who has long worked with economic development in both the Village and the city of Rushford. “This is a unique opportunity to talk with the folks from DMC.”
The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week. A suggested participation fee of $50 has been asked by organizers. It is unclear at this point if the Village will participate. The city has authorized Schwanke and Public Works Director Bob Thieret to evaluate options for a skid steer for the city. Very much in need, it would be used for a number of projects including public safety, water/sewer, and other maintenance issues. A used 236 CAT skid steer, with 1,600 hours, is being considered for purchase from the City of Rushford for $14,500. Another option is available in Eagle River, Wis. and comes with more add-on equipment needed for the machine, as well as a trailer. That option is $18,000. Councilman Gordon Johnson noted his preference for having a trailer for the machine. Currently, the city uses a privately-owned trailer for moving equipment, but that opens the owner up to potential liability or litigation. “I just think we shouldn’t have a machine and
no way to haul it,” added Johnson. Currently, Thieret holds a Class-B license, which allows for pulling of combined weight less than 10,000 pounds. Should the city opt for a trailer in which it can haul both its backhoe and a skid steer, either Thieret or part-time employee Evan Meier will need to secure a Class-A license. Should the city opt for the skid steer out of Wisconsin, it will fall in Class-B guidelines. As for the machine available from the City of Rushford, if the council goes forward with that purchase, it was suggested perhaps the sale could be held off until after January 1 so the Village can take advantage of new non-taxable rules. For now, Schwanke and Thieret will evaluate all the options before purchasing what is most economical, as directed by the council’s approval. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, November 19, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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By Angie Rodenburg The Houston School Board held a meeting on November 4 in the Houston High School Library. A highlight of the meeting was the school board welcoming Dr. Charles Rick as the new interim superintendent on behalf of Houston Schools. Dr. Dr. Charles Rick signed Rick has been selected as his employee Houston’s contract and interim was welcomed superintendent to take part in his first Hous- replacing Eric Bartleson ton School Board meeting. Dr. Rick’s contract officially started on November 5, 2013 and will conclude on June 30, 2014. He will be at the school four days a week. At the meeting the school board also approved an amendment to the 125 Flexible Benefits Plan, which adopts the new state and federal tax laws under the new legal definition of marriage. According to the 125 Flexible Benefits Plan‘s Summary of Material Modifications, “August 1, 2013, Minnesota legalized same-sex marriage. This state
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ruling, in conjunction with the recent Federal rulings, means that same-sex married couples in Minnesota will be treated the same under state and federal tax laws.” The school board celebrated getting an congratulatory letter from Dr. Brenda Cassellius, Minnesota Department of Education Commissioner. Part of the letter states, “I am writing to offer my personal congratulations for Houston Elementary School’s third designation as a Reward School. Across the state, only 20 schools have received a Reward designation three times. This is an incredible achievement, one that reflects the gains your school has made in proficiency, growth, achievement gap reduction, and graduation rates consistently over three years. It is also a reflection of you and your staff’s tireless efforts to improve outcomes for students.” The board also discussed a special joint school board meeting they had with Caledonia’s School Board. At the meeting the boards decided to look into uniting their schools for things such as online classes, sharing teachers, etc. There was specific talk about Caledonia sharing their Ag teacher with Houston. They also talked about Caledonia students filling some empty spots in a few online classes with Houston. Houston and Caledonia already combine a few sport activities such as soccer, wrestling, and gymnastics. Each board will write out their school’s needs and see if the other school might be able to help fill in the gaps. The next School Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 19 at the Houston High School Library at 5:30 p.m.
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Preston discusses residential issues By Karen Reisner The Preston City Council at their November 4 meeting again discussed whether or not to require a ‘green belt’ to screen the Brownsville Mobile Home Park. The issue was tabled after the discussion. A second issue concerning the possible purchase of the Knies home located partially in the floodway went a step forward. Tim Johnston, the owner of the mobile home park property, was invited to attend a council meeting to discuss his plans. He had responded to city staff saying he would be out of town until November 20. He requested that staff keep him informed of the council’s decision concerning the green plantings. City Administrator Joe Hoffman said he needed clarification as to how the council interprets the ordinance. Hoffman listed three issues that needed to be clarified. Is the ‘green belt’ required on the side of the mobile home park that abuts the street? If so, what is necessary for the ‘green belt?’ What period of time will be allowed for the ‘green belt’ to be established? City Attorney Dwight Luhmann said the city could take either position; requiring a ‘green belt’ on the portion of the mobile home park that abuts the street or not. He added they should be consistent with their interpretation. Councilman David Harrison said he interprets the ordinance to require a ‘green belt’ all around the perimeter of the park. Councilman Charles Sparks later said he thinks the ordinance requirement of a ‘green belt’ would include the street side. Luhmann suggested that the drafters of the ordinance probably assumed there would be an entrance to the park instead of individual driveways. Hoffman noted the mobile home park along Chatfield Avenue doesn’t have individual driveways. Mayor Kurt Reicks stated the planting of trees would probably be the responsibility of the landowner rather than the city’s responsibility. The trees would likely have to be planted back of the boulevard area so as not to block visibility when a motorist backs on to the
street. Council members were concerned about safety if the ‘green belt’ were established. Kerry Soiney owns the home on the north side of the street across from three of the trailers. He said he offered three years ago to pay for some trees, but Johnston failed to return his numerous calls. Soiney said that about 12 Arborvitae trees would cost less than $1,000. He suggested that a landscaper should be consulted as to what plantings would be best. Josh Krage said when he purchased his home the mobile home park was already there. He suggested a fence would be better as it would require less maintenance, noting that the greenery on the south side of the mobile home park is overgrown and dying. Reicks maintained the ordinance does not specifically mention a fence. Krage added he also was not successful when trying to contact Johnston. The council suggested Soiney and Krage write a letter to Johnston. The city staff will ask Johnston or a representative to attend the December 3 meeting. A motion to table the issue was approved. Knies Floodway Property In September the council directed the city staff to start the application process for the Hazel Knies home on Main Street. She had come forward and asked about the possibility of selling the home to the city. It is now ranked fourth on the priority list drawn up in 2008 for floodway properties to be acquired. Three other floodway properties have been purchased and returned to green space. Hoffman explained that because the home has been repaired since the last flood, the city must complete a benefit-cost analysis for the home which could cost $1,000.
Because of the up front cost, it was suggested that the city enter into a purchase agreement to protect the city’s interest. The agreement is contingent upon the availability of FEMA and DNR funding to help with the cost of purchasing and demolishing the home to create a green space. There was some discussion about the loss of property tax if the city acquired the property. The city gets about $600 per year in property taxes for this property. If the FEMA grant and DNR funds are awarded, the city would be responsible for 12.5 percent of the total cost (approximately $115,000) to purchase the property and return it to green space. Hoffman estimated that the city’s portion would be about $15,000. A motion to continue the application process was approved with councilman David Collett voting no. Other Business In Brief •AT&T wants to expand its coverage in the area, placing antennas on the Verizon tower. AT&T would like to lease ground from the city for a 12-foot by 28-foot building. They proposed $300 per month over 25 years with a 7.5 percent increase for each five year period. Councilman Robert Maust suggested they ask for $500 per month. A motion was approved to request $500 per month for the ground lease. •A proposal from Schwickerts out of Rochester was approved to repair the City Hall/Library roof. Maust suggested some core samples should be taken to determine the extent of the damage. The quote for $2,750 was approved with a request to do core samples. •A portion of the meeting was closed to provide an update on the Forestville Trail eminent domain action.
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Recipes shared by “Best Cooks of Bluff Country” in 4th Annual Tasty Temptations Cookbook By Jason Sethre Over the past two months, the Journal office has received a total of 92 recipes from local residents. On Tuesday, October 29, 2013, contestants participated in a cooking competition to be recognized as the “Best Cooks of Bluff Country.” This event, held at Preston Foods in Preston, Minn., was sponsored by Harmony Foods, Preston Foods, and Rushford Foods, and attracted participants from Chatfield, Fountain, Harmony, Lanesboro, Mabel, Preston, Rushford, and Wykoff. Collectively, over the past four years, contestants have received over $2,500 in gift certificates awarded based on finishing first, second and third place in nine different categories.
All gift certificates have been awarded to contestants compliments of Harmony Foods, Preston Foods, and Rushfoods. At the year’s competition, Kemps was present for judging purposes along with providing additional prizes to all participants. Additional judges came from Preston Foods and the Fillmore County Journal. All 92 recipes and the nine category winners will be unveiled in the November 25, 2013 edition of the Fillmore County Journal in the 4th Annual Tasty Temptations Cookbook, just in time for the Thanksgiving Day celebration. Over the past four years, Tasty Temptations Cookbooks have accumulated a collection of 332 local and distinguished recipes. And, each year, Harmony Foods, Preston
Foods and Rushford Foods has participated as a major sponsor for the cooking contest and the production of the cookbook.
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The Fillmore Central Life By Kirby O’Connor I’m a senior at Fillmore Central High School. I’ve lived my whole life in the towns of Preston and Harmony. There is nothing I love more than my school. With that being said this is one of the more exciting fall seasons for me in my high school career with the football team winning a playoff game and the volleyball team going to state. I’m very proud of all the people in my class and underclassmen.
Looking forward to college is a strange experience to me. It’s odd to think that this time next year I won’t be in the halls of Fillmore Central every morning. It certainly is exciting to think about moving onto the next stage of my life and move towards being an independent person. However, it’s extremely scary thinking about how much responsibility I will have in my life in the next few years. I’ve never had that much responsibility in my life and
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now I will have to do everything for myself. When I was an underclassmen I thought I had all the time in the world. I had four years. Four years was an eternity back then. I never believed that time would go by so fast and school would change so much. We now have computers in our hands all the time and there’s little seventh and eighth graders everywhere. These aren’t necessarily bad things though. I love having technology in my hands at all times. The advantages of using computers are so vast that it’s crazy. I also actually like having the seventh and eighth graders at the high school.
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They make the school feel like it’s actually full and they don’t make me as mad as they used to. These last four years have been so much fun. I’ve been to state in One-Act and Knowledge Bowl. I still have those two activities coming up for my senior year and I plan on going to state in at least one of them. I’m excited for the rest of my senior year at Fillmore Central and I
look forward to finishing out the rest of my school career strong. I also look forward to a few last good times with my classmates and the underclassmen. So I hope to have one last good year of the Fillmore Central life. Kirby O’Connor is a student at Fillmore Central High School. He is one of 8 area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its fifteenth year.
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Additional carved musicians to be unveiled in Harmony by the City of Harmony, Harmony Arts Board, Harmony EDA, Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce, Harmony Foods and Harmony Township. Before and after the unveiling of the newest musicians Slim and his wife Anna will be giving tours of Slims Wood Carving Museum as a way of welcoming the citizens of Fillmore County to come and view over 4,000 pieces included in the museum. In lieu of the usual admission cost visitors are asked to bring donations for the Fillmore County Food Shelf. Tours of Stanley “Slim” Maroushek holds the first cowboy he carved in 1 982. Photo by Barb Jeffers The musicians are the work of artist Stanley “Slim” Maroushek who has a vision of carving five musicians in total each in costume representing the different nationalities found in southeastern Minnesota. An unveiling of the three newest creations will be held on November 16, 2013 at 1 p.m. in the cancer park in Harmony. A German tuba player, a saxophone player from Belgium, and a bass fiddler from the Netherlands will soon be permanent fixtures near the visitor’s center, grocery store, and cancer park in Harmony for residents and visitors to enjoy. The project is made possible by a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council and support was also received
By Barb Jeffers The city of Harmony, Minn. is about to enjoy the company of musicians. Three additional wood carved musicians will be joining the Czechoslovakian Concertina Player which was dedicated in 2009 and was placed on the corner of Main and Center Street in Harmony.
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Fillmore County Turkey Day Run celebrates fifth year By Jason Sethre What are you doing on the morning of Thanksgiving Day? There will be a select few who will wake up around 7 a.m. and mentally prepare themselves to run 10.3 miles from Lanesboro to Preston on the Root River State Trail. This tradition has evolved over the past five years to attract upwards of 60 runners, near and far, and all for a good cause. There is no fee to participate. All runners are simply asked to make a donation to the Fillmore County Food Shelf at registration from 7:30 a.m. to 8 a.m.
before you consume over 2,500 calories, making your Thanksgiving Day a little more balanced. Official Fillmore County Turkey Day Run long-sleeved shirts are available for purchase. Just look for the advertisement in today’s issue of the Fillmore County Journal. Or, if you have any questions, please call Jason Sethre at 507-2515297. This year, there is a special award for the first place finisher of the Fillmore County Turkey Day Run. Check out the official Facebook page for details.
The Fillmore County Turkey Day Run will start at 8 a.m., and all runners need to be aware that there is no transportation back to Lanesboro following the conclusion of the run in Preston. So, all runners will need to make transportation arrangements. The average person consumes between 2,400 and 4,500 calories during their Thanksgiving Day feast, according to columnist Tara Parker-Pope of the New York Times. So, the Fillmore County Turkey Day Run presents an opportunity to burn upwards of 2,000 calories
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bly go where the collection goes as there is a story behind each piece that no one can express except Slim. The wood carvings in the museum have been collected from Slims travels through the years as well as donated pieces and the purchase prices have ranged from 25 cents to $25,000. Some pieces are not worth a lot while others are extremely high in value. Still other pieces in Slim’s collection are “priceless” he says. Pieces such as original prototypes for Ertl Toys were carved by Slims mentor, Jack Becker. Slim states that the museum collection comes from over 63 years of collecting wood carved pieces. Slim will turn 71 years old on February 2, 2014 and shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. He states that his business is very diversified and supplies three major catalogs. Slim has taught woodcarving classes and judged shows all over the world and is very knowledgeable about the business. Carvings that Slim has created can be found in every state of the union and many countries. The pieces in Slim’s collection come from every corner of the earth as do the visitors to his museum. Looking through signatures in the guest book for Slim’s Woodshed announce visits from such places as China, Russia, India, and Norway among many others with comments such as “incredible art” and “you should be very proud” of your collection. The wood carving museum has been open 16 years and Slim feels as though many people in the area have missed out on the chance to see this impressive collection. The perfect chance to stop in and see all of the different carvings will be on November 16. Stop in and see this world-class collection as it really is one of a kind. Slim’s Woodshed & Museum are open Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is closed on Sundays. The address is 160 1st Street NW in Harmony, Minn. For more information phone (507) 886-3114 or visit the website at www.slimswoodshed.com. Slim’s Woodshed & Museum also has a facebook page at www.facebook.com/ slimswoodshedandmuseum. For more photos from Slim’s Woodshed & Museum go to the Fillmore County Journal’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/fillmorecountyjournal.
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The Chatfield Elementary School embrace teamwork, and surprise is pleased to welcome Dave Nach- themselves. manoff, an award -winning singer/ In addition to his own solo songwriter, as our artist-in-resident career, Nachmanoff is the guitarist from November 15 to November and harmony vocalist for Al Stew20. The residenart and will cy will involve be coming to all fourth and Chatfield at the fifth graders as end of an East they work with Coast tour with Dave on the Stewart. He process of crehas produced ating lyrics and numerous solo writing songs. albums and The residency plays on Al will culminate Stewart’s newin a public Dave Nachmanoff will be per- est album performance forming at the Chatfield Elemen- “Uncorked”. on Wednesday, tary School. He will perPhoto submitted form a concert November 20 at 1:30 p.m. in on Thursday, the elementary gym. The public is November 14 in Spring Grove, invited to attend. and on Friday, November 15 in Nachmanoff has worked in Chatfield at the Chosen Bean Conschools all over the country and has cert Series. helped thousands of kids to share This residency is made possible their ideas, actively participate, with the financial support of the and use their creativity and team- Chatfield Athletic Club, the Root work to write cross-curriculum River State Bank and the F and M songs about topics they are study- Community Bank, the Chatfield ing. His relaxed and warm style Booster Club and Chatfield Public invites classes to push their limits, Schools. Thank you!
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Greenleafton wastewater treatment system land purchase By Karen Reisner At the county board’s November 5 meeting county attorney Brett Corson reviewed the purchase agreement for 3.8 acres to be used for the site of the Greenleafton treatment facility. The board approved purchase of the land located in Bristol Township outside of Greenleafton from the Wallace Grooters’ Family Trust for $57,000. Corson said they should close in December. Commissioner Duane Bakke explained that several possible sites had been looked at. Soil borings were done. He said this is where it will be and it is the best property for the wastewater facility that they have found. Tillable ground will be taken out of production for the facility.
Commissioner Chuck Amunrud said the property will be paid for with a grant. The board also approved the payment of $1,000 to the Wallace Grooters’ Family Trust for earnest money. Fillmore-Houston Joint Board of Health During a short teleconference with Houston County, Fillmore County Director of Nursing Lantha Stevens was appointed interim community health services administrator. The next joint board of health meeting will be December 17 at the Canton Pub. Other Business In Brief •The Medical Examiner agreement was renewed with Mayo Clinic for 2014 through 2015. •Dr. R. Ross Reichard, MD,
was reappointed as Fillmore County Medical Examiner. •An update on the 2014 budget and levy was presented. County Coordinator Karen Brown explained there is to be a 0 percent increase in the levy. Department heads have been working on trimming the budget for 2014. The preliminary 2014 budget use of fund balance was $317,254. That has been reduced to $192,939. •An application from Gary Hellickson, Section 15, Carimona Township, to widen an existing access from 14-feet to 20-feet on County Road 14 was approved as recommended by the county engineer and zoning administrator. •The low quote from Hangman, Inc. for window treatments (roller shades) for the Highway Administration Building was approved at a cost of $2,344 plus tax. •The purchase of an in-car video recorder as recommended by sheriff Daryl Jensen was approved at a cost of $4,970. The money will come out of the Sheriff’s contingency funds. The new video recorder will replace one that is broken and for which parts are not available. •An upgrade to the I-Doc system was reviewed by county recorder David Kiehne. Computer Software Associated has submitted a proposal which would allow the public to access recorded documents. There would be an $1,800 annual fee for maintenance. No action was taken. Kiehne said he would bring it back when the attorney’s office is satisfied with the contract. •The Fillmore County airport will soon have a courtesy car available. Details on insurance are being worked out. •A proposal from Professional Engineering Services was approved for preliminary design services for a hangar area expansion at the county airport. The cost for the preliminary design services will be $6,178. County Engineer Ron Gregg noted that once the preliminary design is approved, the hangar expansion would be eligible for federal funding.
Lewiston craft and gift show The Annual Lewiston Craft and Gift Show will be held at the Lewiston Community Center, 75 Rice Street in Lewiston, on Saturday, December 7 from 9a.m. to 3p.m. More than 40 vendors displaying handiwork and gift ideas featuring: homemade scarves, wreathes, blankets, Thirty-One, Tastefully Simple, Scentsy, and much more. Concessions will be available. Admission: $1.00 or bring a dollar worth of food shelf items to be given Winona County Foodshelf.
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Commonweal Theatre Company presents the last night of Ballyhoo Residents and employees of Fillmore and Houston Counties receive free admission to see Commonweal Theatre’s poignant and funny The Last Night of Ballyhoo on Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 pm. Gone with the Wind is having its premiere, World War II is looming, but Atlanta’s Jewish elite are much more concerned with Christmas and who is going to Ballyhoo, the holiday dance and social event of the season! The play is a funny and touching story of faith and family, a winner of the 1997 Tony Award for Best Play and written by the author of Driving Miss Daisy. LOCATION: The Commonweal 208 Parkway Ave N Lanesboro, MN 55949 TICKETS: Free admission for residents and
employees on Fillmore and Houston Counties 800-657-7025 or 507-467-2525 www.commonwealtheatre.org
Catch up with the Journal • Local Features • Government News • Classifieds • And More
Fillmore County Journal
P: 507.765.2151 • F: 507.765.2468 E: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com W: www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
Lanesboro saLes Commission inC. Lanesboro, mn
Friday, november 15, 2013 Holstein Dairy Head
45 Holstein cows mostly 1st & 2nd calf, years of AI breeding, some registered, DHIA records up to 36,000 lbs. Bulk tank ave 103 lbs per day. SCC 100. Daily milk up to 150 lbs per day. 45 Holstein heifers (baby calves to short bred), AI sired, some registered.
For more info including videos go to
www.lanesborosalescommission.com. Or call Barn: 507-467-2192, Bill Broadwater: 507-450-3009, Joe Nelson (owner): 507-450-6763
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Fillmore County District Court Douglas Duane Rinn, 49, of Winona, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on October 14, 2013 for one alleged count Stalking - Third or Subsequent Violation in 10 years, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years imprisonment, fines of $20,000, or both. Rinn also faces one alleged count of Terroristic Threats - Reckless Disregard Risk, which carries a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. In addition Rinn faces a gross misdemeanor charge of Stalking - Repeatedly Make Telephone Calls, Sends Texts, Induce Victim to Make Calls and one alleged misdemeanor count Obscene/Harassing Phone Calls - Repeatedly Calls. On October 30 at a plea hearing, Rinn plead not guilty to all four counts. A jury trial is set for January 9, 2014. Benjamin Michael Steuart, 20, of Mabel, Minn., was given a statutory stay of adjudication on September 9, 2013 for one count Drugs - 5th Degree - Possess Schedule 1, 2, 3, 4 - Not Small Amount Marijuana. Steuart was given a fine of $5,000, local confinement for 60 days with credit
for time served for 29 days, and supervised probation for a term of five years. Corey William Newell, 26, of Rochester, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on November 1, 2013 for one alleged count of Terroristic Threats - Reckless Disregard Risk, which carries a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both, one alleged count of Assault 2nd Degree - Dangerous Weapon, which carries a maximum penalty of seven years imprisonment, fines of $14,000, or both. Newell also faces one alleged count of Domestic Assault Misdemeanor - Commits Act to Cause Fear of Immediate Bodily Harm or Death, one alleged count Assault - 5th Degree Fear of Bodily Harm or Death, one alleged count Drugs - Possess/Sale Small Amount of Marijuana - No Remuneration, and one alleged count Drugs - Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession Prohibited. Newell plead guilty to all pending charges on November 4. A jury trial for Newell has been set for January 9, 2014.
Fillmore County Police Reports Chatfield Police Department Carlisle Leigh Corson, 50, Preston, Minn.; 10/8/2013, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Daniel Jon Martin, 25, Chatfield, Minn.; 9/25/2013, Muffler Required; Fees $140. Mayda Kimberly Miller, 29, St. Paul, Minn.; 10/6/2013, Speeding 56/30; Fees $290. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Elizabeth Marie Hammon, 28, Grand Meadow, Minn.; 3/16/2013, No parking 2-5 a.m.; Fees $32. Gage Anthony Heath, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 9/4/2013, Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited; Fees $190. Douglas Kim Johnson, 36, Preston, Minn.; 10/14/2013, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Mubarak Arab Mahamud, 30, Postville, Iowa; 9/29/2013, Speeding 71/55; Fees $150. Walter Alonzo Mejia Reyes, 28, Ferndale, Wash.; 10/7/2013, Speeding 73/55; Fees $150. Charles Pigrum, Jr., 48, Minneapolis, Minn.; 9/2/2013, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle; Fees $290. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division Luis Eduardo Barreto, 32, Minneapolis, Minn.; 9/22/2013, DNR Rule - Fishing regulations and requirements - take brown trout in closed season; Fees $140. Wilson Oswaldo Rodas, 42, Minneapolis, Minn.; 9/22/2013, Take brown trout in closed season; Fees $140. Minnesota State Patrol Logan Aaron Adler, 25, Spring
Valley, Minn.; 8/15/2013, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Amanda Mae Jansen, 30, Mabel, Minn.; 9/18/2013, Expiration of Drivers License - Over 21; Fees $190. Austin John Nash, 21, Shoreview, Minn.; 9/3/2013, Speeding 65/55; Fees $130. James Charles Williams, 48, Rochester, Minn.; 10/16/2013, Unlawful passing - against signs; Fees $140. Preston Police Department Todd Raymond Yerhot, 48, Austin, Minn.; 4/22/2013, Drivers License - Driving After Suspension; Fees $290. Rushford Police Department Cody Jon Colsch, 21, Spring Grove, Minn.; 8/19/2013, Uninsured Vehicle - Owner Violation; Fine of $200, Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain lawabiding, No same or similar, No driving without insurance, Have valid license to drive. 8/19/2013, Failure to Stop at Stop Signs or Stop Lines; Fine $50.
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Taking Order for Holiday Pies! Caramel Apples & Fresh Apple Cider
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The FCJ reaches over 13,000 household each week.
Soils 101 workshop By Jerrold Tesmer Extension Educator Fillmore/Houston Counties Soils 101 is an intensive 8-hour class that provides a hands-on teaching environment designed to provide a basic understanding of soil science principles to producers and crop consultants. The Jerrold Tesmer class is beneficial for anyone who has never had a soils class and for the soils enthusiast. Join us for an intensive day of soils training and continuing education; be sure to bring your soil test results and any soil management questions. Class size is limited to 15 participants to insure interactive learning. This class will help you understand and manage soil quality, which will enhance yield production and soil productivity, increase fertilizer efficiency, decrease tillage operations, and help growers and agronomists make better decisions concerning their farming systems.
Topics to be covered include understanding the physical aspects of our soil: aggregation, bulk density, compaction, erosion, and tillage management; understanding the soil chemical aspects: N, P, K cycling, organic matter contributions, CEC, pH; and managing for healthy soils by understanding and increasing the biodiversity. You will discuss and explore soil texture: sand, silt and clay and the value of soil organic matter. The instructor is Jodi DeJongHughes who has a MS degree in Soil Fertility in Agronomy from ISU and 16 years of experience with the University of Minnesota Extension. She works with producers pertaining to tillage management, soil quality, and compaction issues across Minnesota. The Soils 101 Workshop will take place on Wednesday, Nov ember 13 in St. Charles at the St. Charles City Hall, 830 Whitewater Ave, St. Charles, Minn. from at 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. This workshop is being hosted by University of Minnesota Extension Winona County with Winona County
Extension Educator Jake Overgaard hosting. The success of the program is largely due to the participation of the producers, small class size (limited to 15 people), hands on activities and an easy to understand format. CCA’s can selfreport for 4 CEU’s in Soil and Water, 2 CEU’s in Nutrient Management, and 2 CEU’s in Crop Management. Past participants comments include: “I really enjoyed exploring a topic I knew virtually nothing about. Jodi is very enthusiastic, knowledgeable and can talk farmer.” “Good information around compaction and “soil care” to help avoid issues that last for years.” Cost $75 per person lunch, refreshments and handout materials included. The brochure can be seen at http://z.umn.edu/g7f Please send registration & payment to: U of MN Extension - Hennepin County, Attn: Soils 101, 479 Prairie Center Dr, Eden Prairie, Minn. 55344 For more information please contact: Jake Overgaard, U of M Extension – Winona County, 507-457-6440, over0128@umn. edu
Harvest of Values
Rushford
3RD SUNDAY SPECIAL
Meatball Or Rib Dinner
Includes mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable and roll. We’ve prepared plenty for everyone! and WE’RE OPEN ‘TILL GONE!
Top off your delicious dinner with some of our ice cream!
Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri-Sat 11am-10pm Sun 12 noon-9pm
The Creamery Pizza & Ice Cream
407 S. Mill Street • Rushford, MN • (507) 864-7214 • www.the-creamery.com
We will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Open Nov. 29 at 5 pm.
Get Your Car Ready For Winter! do Make sure you have We • Brake work a good set of tires • Tune-ups inspections before winter arrives! •• DOT Engine diagnostics Stop in and see Drew for all of your service needs 507-864-7711 Andrew Linder Parts & Service manager.
• Alignments • Oil changes • Transmission flushing • Cooling systems flushing Box 307, 207 S. Elm St., Rushford, MN
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Celebrate the Magic of Christmas! Enjoy refreshments 10% off holiday purchases
Holiday
Open House November 21st 3-7pm November 22nd 9am-3pm
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507.864.2381 • 30410 State Hwy 43, Rushford, MN If you would lIke to advertIse on the rushford page, call peggI at 507-450-2291 for more InformatIon.
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The FCJ reaches over 13,000 household each week.
Enjoy home cooked local meals Wednesday nights at Lanesboro Local Lanesboro, Minn., – Don’t go home without a good healthy meal next Wednesday night – or any Wednesday night in the foreseeable future. Angie Taylor has stepped in as interim executive director at Lanesboro Local Marketplace with plans to cook for the community and serve a free-will-donation meal every Wednesday evening at the new Lanesboro Local Marketplace location at Parkway Avenue and Coffee Street. The first Wednesday meal will be November 13, serving from 5:30 until the Marketplace closes at 7, or until the food runs out, whichever occurs first. Why the emphasis on local food? “I want local residents to know that there’s lots of really good, healthy food right here in our area. And I want them to know that Lanesboro Local Marketplace is a pioneer at connecting area growers and eaters,” says Taylor, co-owner (with husband Scott) of Pedal Pushers Café, which has earned a reputation over recent years for sourcing local, fresh, high
quality ingredients for offerings on the menu. As an expression of Lanesboro Local’s commitment to the local food movement, Lanesboro Local invites the community to come together on Wednesday evenings to break bread, to get menu ideas and recipes, and to value the local food supply. Lanesboro Local board member Loni Kemp is pleased with Taylor’s enthusiasm, experience and plan for Wednesday night meals. “It’s what Lanesboro Local has always meant to be – a source of good food and good connection between neighbors.” Anyone can volunteer to help. When Lanesboro Local asked for volunteers to help make the dinner series happen, there was an immediate “Yes!” response. The menu will not be fancy, but will be very special. Each meal will model economical ways to eat. Ingredients will include items in stock at the Marketplace. And the supply and selection of foods available at Lanesboro Local will be
increasing dramatically weekby-week. Thanks to Taylor’s deep experience serving locally sourced foods, Lanesboro Local will have greater access to the supply lines that deliver quality local foods. Beginning, with produce, the Marketplaces plans to transition to a much more foodbased inventory. Winter root vegetables and other items that keep will be easy additions. Once the Marketplace has a handle on vegetables and fruits, it will venture further into dairy items. Plans are fluid right now, as the Lanesboro Local board weighs budget and space constraints, as well as the need to get customers in the door and food sales kicked up to the next level. Over the winter, Lanesboro Local Marketplace will tune its selection to the needs of local customers. Come spring, the Local will add foods that fill tourists’ unique needs to its local customer mainstays. “Please, block out Wednesday evenings on your calendar. Stop in after work and become
a regular,” Taylor encourages. “Whether you call it supper or dinner, Wednesday evening meals promise to be very special occasions.” On a night when many restaurants in the area are
closed and fast food from a gas station just isn’t the best choice, community meals at Lanesboro Local Marketplace promise a healthy eating option.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY, NOV. 12 •SEMCAC Senior Dining Bingo, 11am, Rushford Tenborg Center.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Beginner’s Class, 5-9pm, Harmony Public Library. •Drivers Improvement Refreshner: 5:30-9:30pm, for more info call 507864-7065. •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •VFW Mens Aux. Meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall. •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 13 •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-4pm, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley.*
•AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Beginner’s Class, 5-9pm, Harmony Public Library. •VFW Post meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall. •Trailbusters meeting, 7pm, Mabel American Legion, Mabel.
THURSDAY NOV. 14 •Free Senior Coffee, 9am, Heritage Grove, Harmony.* •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 9:30-10:30am, Wykoff City Hall, 217 Gold Street North, Wykoff. •Old School Days, 10:30am, Rushford Tenborg Center. •Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No school, no story hour.* •AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Refreshner Class, 5-9pm, Harmony Public Library.
•Mabel Area Food Shelf open, 5-7pm. •Canton Senior Citizens meet, 1pm for cards and visiting, Canton Community Center.*
•RTPP sponsors an overview of area Conservative groups-their missions and issues, 6:30pm, Rochester Eagles Club, 917 15th Ave. SE. •Chatfield Brass Band rehearsals, 7pm, Chatfield Elementary Band Room. New members welcome. bcdnarv@aol.com or 507-8673315.* •AA Class “Road’s Journey,” 8pm, 301 E. Franklin St., Spring Valley (a yellow house).*
FRIDAY, NOV. 15
•Mabel Area Food Shelf open, 10-noon. •Historical Craft Workshop: Civil War Sewing Kits, 11am, Harmony Public Library. •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For more info, call 507-251-1771 or 765-2518.*
MONDAY, NOV. 18
•Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.* •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN.* •VFW Burger Nite, 5-8pm, Spring Valley VFW. SUNDAY, NOV. 17 •TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) •Meatball Supper, 6pm, Bethlehem Meeting, Spring Valley Care Center Lutheran Church, Lanesboro, MN. Activity Room. Weigh-in from 5:45•Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 6pm, meeting from 6 to 6:45pm. 7:30pm. Fountain Lutheran Church, Questions contact Judy at 507-346south Main St. and Highway 52.* 2469.*
•Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.* •Harmony AA Group, 8pm, Harmony Community Center. For more info call 612-251-3822 or 507272-2191*
SATURDAY, NOV. 16 •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 9-11am, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley, MN.* •Bluff Country ATV Club meeting, 10am, Stumpy’s, Rushford.
Professional Guide accountants
Dental
MAJOR & COMPANY TAX PREPARATION, ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL SERVICES ENROLLED AGENTS 409 Spring Ave., Preston, MN 55965 • 507-765-4444
RON SCHREIER, EA
•
TIM MCLAUGHLIN, EA
RUSHFORD D E N TA L C L I N I C
MeDical
Gary M. Marcoux, D.D.S. 208 S. Elm Street Rushford, MN
(507) 864-7773
• Family Dental Care • Cosmetic Dentistry/Whitening • New Patients Always Welcome
Pamela Ristau, CPA
Personalized service to accommodate your needs. Accounting, Auditing, Tax Preparation 209 ST. ANTHONY STREET, PRESTON, MN 55965 pam@pamristaucpa.com • 507-765-2180
Teri Klaehn CPA,
insurance
LLC
Tax, Payroll and Accounting Services
Quickbooks ProAdvisor
F&M INSURANCE SERVICES
125 St. Paul St., Preston, MN 55965 507-765-3696 - Teri@tklaehncpa.com
assisteD living Park Lane Estates Assisted Living 111 Fillmore Place SE Preston, MN 55965 507-765-9986
“Where Life Begins Again” cnation@goldenhorizons.org
counseling
MeDical
65 Main Avenue North, Harmony Marcy Allen, LPC; Paul Broken, MA; Mark Bronson, MS, LICSW; Alan Rodgers, LICSW 8:00am - 4:30pm, Mon-Fri 1-800-422-0161 www.zumbromhc.org
Psychotherapy, psychiatry, case management, adult rehab mental health services
VICTIM SERVICES
lisa stensrud, dPT
507.867.8007 fax: 507.867.8018 stensrud.lisa@myfcpt.com
- a service of DFO Community Corrections.
Sexual Assault Program ~ Victim/Witness Assistance Program All services are free & confidenital
Po Box 232 212 fillmore st. W Preston, Mn 55965
Advocacy, information & assistance for victim/survivors of sexual assualt & other felony crimes. Community & professional education & consultation. Located in the Fillmore County Court House - Preston, MN
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PERSONAL CREATIONS Personalized Holiday Gifts. Order now for 25% off your order of $19.00 or more (regular priced). To redeem this offer, visit www.PersonalCreations.com/ Adore or call 1-800-557-9629. MFPA
BILL’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
MEDICAL ALERT FOR SENIORS 24/7 monitoring. FREE equipment. FREE shipping. Nationwide service. $29.95/month call Medical Guardian today. 1-888-721-6758. MFPA
PROFLOWERS -SEND BOUQUETS for any occasion. Birthday, anniversary or just because! Take 20% off your order over $29! Go to http://www.Proflowers. com/Buy or call 1-866-983-2204. MFPA
High efficiency Outdoor Wood Furnace from Central Boiler burns less wood. 25 year warranty. Theobald Heating Solutions 507-251-9924. swk2tfn- o
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FOR SALE: Walnut and cherry firewood. Cut this fall. Contact 507-251-7952 in Preston. s4,11- o GIVE AWAY: Five kittens, eight weeks old, use litter box, eat dry cat food, playful, friendly, four males, one female, one all black, one all gray, three gray and white, all short haired. 507-867-1654. s11tfn - x
Professional service Guide
Basement Waterproofing
ConstruCtion
plumBing
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Appliance Sales & Service • New & Used
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Cleaning
NEWMAN
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ServiceMASTER of Chatfield
• New Construction • Remodeling • Insured • Free Estimates • Licensed 507-743-8325 SEE US FOR ALL YOUR HEATING & COOLING NEEDS Randy Newman - 507-421-2536 - GeoSystems
Professional Cleaning ~ Carpet, Furniture, Floors, Furnace Duct Cleaning, Fire & Water Damage, Janitorial Service.
The clean you expect The service you deserve
Jeff Hebl, Owner 507-467-4798 • Lanesboro, MN
specializing in roofing
ConstruCtion
MELDAHL CONSTRUCTION INC. PETERSON, MN 55962 • 507-875-2496 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: GRAIN BIN CONSTRUCTION
We Carry • Dryers • Grain Bins for Drying & Storage
& Tear Down , Millwright, Grain Legs, Auger, and Conveyor Construction, Concrete Construction.
-Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors
•concrete •new Home •siding •remodeling free esTiMaTes!
Taylor Marsden • 507.450.4501 Mabel, Mn • licensed & insured #Bc664972
motors & motor repair RISTAU FARM SERVICE ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR SHOP
50-100 new/rebuilt motors on hand at all times
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Lic# BC474301
Diamond Shelter Sales of Minnesota, LLC DAN SERFLING www.diamondshelters.com dan@diamondshelters.com
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MN CONTRACTORS LIC. #20382343
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satellite serviCes Craig Stortz #PL07718
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if you are interested in advertising on this page please call us at 507.765.2151 or email us at ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Nick Stortz #PL07719
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Toll Free 866-862-5397 Bus 507-743-8486 Cell 507-259-1454
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Welding & truCk repair
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Calls welcomed any time!
507-765-2405
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plumBing
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Drywall Hanging • taping • texturing Rusty Schroeder “Free estimates” 507-765-3648
House & Siding Washes Mark’s Painting, Repair and Replacements Quality preparations and finishes. Over 30 years of experience. All surfaces, interior and exterior. Insured Boom Van Service
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APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Merit Office Support Specialist 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 two years of related office experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the work of the job. Rate of Pay: Starting salary at $11.2183/ hour according to the 2013 MN Merit pay scale with final salary dependent on qualifications. Applicants must complete a MN Merit System application to be considered. Application materials may be obtained from: www.co.fillmore.mn.us or at http://www.agency.governmentjobs. com/mnmeritsystem/default.cfm. Job #614-OC. Application Deadline: Friday, November 15, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. EOE. h28,4,11- o HARMONY HOUSE Restaurant has openings for part-time waitstaff Monday - Friday. Weekend positions also available. Students may apply. Any questions contact Marilyn 507-886-4612. h4,11- o
EMPLOYMENT FULL-TIME FARM Manager Wanted: Would you like to become a Manager for a 900 sow farm? We are searching for a dependable individual with great people skills, experience in all aspects of swine caregiving, including gestation and farrowing, and ability to work full-time. Competitive wages and benefit package are available. Please call: 507324-5901 ext. 101 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Applications and Resumes will be accepted weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. h28,4,11- o KAPPERS FABRICATING, INC. of Spring Valley is looking for experienced MIG and TIG welders, Finishers, Fork Lift Operator. KFI offers benefit pkg including health and dental insurance and 401K. Applications are available at Kappers Fabricating, Inc. 1015 Industrial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. h4,11o ROOT RIVER HARDWOODS Kiln Dried Lumber Store: Looking for a reliable person to work in Lumber store, wood working experience helpful. Benefit package available. Retirement plan. Apply at Hwy 52 N, Preston, MN 507-765-2284. h11,18,25- o
Full time, seasonal oFFice admin needed January thru April. Must be selfmotivated and computer literate. Experience with Microsoft Office suite and Quickbooks preferred. Send resume, references and salary requirements to:
TNT Lawn Service PO Box 78, Preston, MN 55965
• Mowing • power BrooMing • StuMp grinding • inSured • Fall Clean-up • light BaCkhoe work • Snow plowing Call: • iCe ManageMent 507-268-4977 • aerating or Cellphone: 507-429-6755
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FARM LAND FOR SALE: Local farmer by Rushford/Peterson selling 30 acres crop land, lays nice, offering contract for deed, $7,000/acre. Additional land for rent. Call 507-875-2607. f11- x
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Drury’s Furniture is looking for a Full-Time Delivery Assistant The ideal candidate would be able to lift and deliver heavy furniture on a daily basis and would have a friendly, customer-service based attitude.
Apply in person at: Drury’s Furniture 100 Main Street, Fountain, MN Weekdays 9am-5pm • 507.268.4363 Email: drurys@drurysfurniture.com
Green Lea Manor is LookinG for speciaL peopLe who want to Make a difference. Must be caring, compassionate, and a team player.
part-time rn/Lpn & cna shifts available. Will train and reimburse for classes, if not on the registry. Bonus Pay on weekends and shift differential.
Contact Nicky or stop by for an application.
Green Lea Manor nursing home 115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436
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Also have Warehouse, Machine Operator & Sanitation positions 1st and 2nd shifts available – 2 locations in Rochester Paid Holidays / Vacation Pay Pay Starts $8.50 - $9.50 Medical & Dental
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Part-time special education paraprofessional needed at Fillmore Central High School. 4.25 hours (10:30-3:15) per student contact day. Interested persons should send completed support staff application to: Micki Breitsprecher, Director of Special Education, Fillmore Central High School, P.O. Box 599, Harmony, MN 55939. Applications available online at www. fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us. Position open until filled. h11-o
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CUSTOM SQUARE BALING will do large square corn stalk baling. Call Chuck Brunsvold at 507-251-6163. f11,18,25-x
REBUILD ALTERNATORS and starters for auto, truck, and farm implements. Same day service. DOT & truck inspection available. Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford. 507-864-7440 or 507-4591504. v11tfn- o
11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954 Craig Henry Shop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573
Scheevel and Sons, Inc. (507) 765-4756
HAY/FORAGE EQUIPMENT Service Technician Wanted. Wages based on experience/benefit package/paid training. Contact for requirments: Modern Farm Equipment 40486 408th Street, Sauk Centre, MN or mike@modernfarmequipment.com MCAN
TRANSMISSION SERVICE & REPAIR: Foreign and domestic, auto & light truck. 3 year, 100,000 mile warranty. Call for prices. Brown’s Tire, Battery, & Transmission. Rushford 507-864-2969 or 1-888-864-7049. v20tfn- o
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Norby Tree Service: Stump grinding, tree trimming and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. v8/2tfn- o
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HOUSE FOR RENT in Spring Valley: 3 bed, 1 1/2 bath, 2 stall garage. Call 507273-6298 leave message. r11,18,25-o
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LAKEWOOD SENIOR HOuSINg, 420 Bench St. Chatfield. Easy living...no yard work, no shoveling! For those who are 62 and older, handicapped/disabled. 1-bedroom apts. Heat paid. On-site laundry. Rent based on income. Off-street parking. Call (507) 867-4791
Scenic View TownhomeS • Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms • Attached garages included • Beautiful area • Starting at $505 Income restrictions apply. 507-864-7880 • Rushford, MN www.paramark.us
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Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfno Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Do you need storage while in the process of moving? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x OFFICE SPACE for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 4 to 6 employees. Cost $335/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x FOUNTAIN: 2 bedroom apartment for rent with garage. Call 507-259-6961. r7tfn- o BEAUTIFUL STUDIO APARTMENT downtown Rushford. Approx. 2600 sq. ft. 4 br. $875/mo plus utitlies. NP/NS/12 mo. lease. 507-864-4400. r21,28,4,11- o
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4 year old townhome Available for Jan. 1, 2014, occupancy in Preston, MN. 1400 sq. ft., one level, handicap accessible. 2 large bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, large living room, kitchen and attached single car garage. Snow removal and lawn care provided. Contact Andy Bunge 507-251-7952
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510 Saint Anthony Street N, Preston Unique 3 bedroom home with 2-car garage (one attached and one detached). Property features a 24 x 20 summer home in the backyard and a 10 x 14 shed to be used for storage. Large backyard deck. New flooring on main level. Central air conditioning. $86,500.
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16751 Nature Road, Spring Valley MN Over 5,000 finished square feet with an incredible view off the bluffs and beak creek on 5+/- acres. Home built in 2003 with walkout, large bedrooms, a lot of natural light, wraparound deck, 2 car attached garage, 45x30 Morton building with concrete floor, heat, electricity, and full bath. 40x28 machine shed with power overhead doors. 24x16 cabin. Property also has a pond. $525,000. 11528 Hwy 52, Canton: 3 bedroom on 6+/- acres. $126,500
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260 1ST St. NW, HArMONy
Semi Private backyard! Walk-out 4 bedroom ranch home. Tile & oak hardwood floors and updated kitchen. Lower level with 2nd kitchen, 3/4 bath, family room & bedroom. Attached 2 car garage - insulated with cabinets. Storage shed. $118,000/$542.61 PI/M*
140 4th St SW Harmony Pending 100 Wicket Dr NW Harmony Pending 29883 County 22 Harmony Pending 13686 295th Ave Harmony Pending 330 Main Ave S Harmony SOLD 255 2ndAve NE Harmony SOLD 10 Winona St SE Chatfield SOLD 10252 351st Ave Canton SOLD 207 Minnesota Ave W Mabel SOLD 202 2nd Ave Whalen SOLD
317 W Melby Dr., MABEL
3 bedroom home with updated kitchen, bath, siding, windows, shingles & front porch. Main floor bed & bath. 2 bedrooms up with large storage room with potential to finish . Deck off kitchen. Det garage. Large lot. Wood floors everywhere but kitchen and bath. Freshly painted. $64,500/$297.14PI/M*
Remodeled home with quality updates: solid 6 panel oak doors, beautiful oak hardwood floors in dining, tile floors in kitchen and bathroom. Custom oak cabinets in kitchen, center island plus door to patio. Master bedroom with walk in closet & full bath. Fireplace. $115,000/$529.79 PI/M*
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45742 Cty 29, MABEL
Quality built Ranch home offers a picture perfect setting. Custom cabinets, floors, & millwork. Geothermal heat. Landscaped plus patio,& cedar fencing. Detached multi 2 cars, shop & storage space, pole shed,& small barn. 250,000
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307 w. CouRtland St. SpRing Valley $112,900
405 RobeRt St., oStRandeR $105,700
Beautifully updated and well maintained 4 bdrm, 2 bath home. Hardwood floors, newer updated 13x21 eat in kitchen, formal dining room and open staircase. Main floor laundry, main floor bdrm, large garage with heated workshop area & full attic. Updated mechanicals and newer roof in 2002.
A lot of house for the money! Enjoy the quiet community of Ostrander with this 3-4 bedroom home, 2 baths, large open kitchen/dining area, formal living room and family room on main floor. Lower level has large family with large enough for a pool table and a den/study that could be the 4th bedroom. 2 car attached garage and patio area.
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Property is in good condition with updates. Retail & office space. 2 parking spaces on property. Public parking front side of building. Full kitchen, laundry, & full bath onsite. Opportunity for landlord or supplementing your own business with additional income.$68,000
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This amazing 3 bdrm 2 bath home is located in a beautiful established neighborhood. The main level has been renovated and remodeled w/lower level partially finished. Appl's included. 2 car detached garage w/workshop. Upstairs is a 1 bedroom 1 bath rental unit with eat in kitchen & living room. Have your renter pay part of your mortgage payment, taxes & insurance!
Approximately 1.88 Acres west of Spring Valley. Great location on hard surface road with many mature trees. Ranch style home with full lower level partially finished. Formal dining, eat in kitchen, main floor laundry and newer sunroom with in floor heat. The oversized 2 car garage. There is RV parking as well. The back yard is beautiful with all the trees and peaceful surroundings. Priced to sell!
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1000 grand St., Chatfield
4 Large Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Living Room • Dining Room • Family Room • Gas Fireplace • Rec Room • Patio • 2+ Heated Garage • Additional 1 Car Detached Garage • Central VAC • Built-ins
120 7th St. Se, Chatfield
1-Level Living • 2 Bedrooms • New Flooring • Steel Siding • Large Corner Lot • Attached Garage • Mature Trees • Appliances Will Stay
$169,900 2103 margaret St., Chatfield
2.8 Acres Surrounded by Woods • Private setting • 9’ & 10’ Ceilings • 2 Fireplaces • Wood Floors • Open Floor Plan • 1108 Sq Ft Heated 3-Car Garage • Open Staircase • Patio • Main Flr Laundry/Mudroom • Abundace of Wildlife
21559 Cty rd 102, Chatfield
4.58 Aces • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Full Baths • Master Bath • New Cedar Siding • New Steel Roof • 2 New Decks • Remodeled Kitchen • Fireplace • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • 32x30 Shed with Heated Shop • Wildlife • Scenery
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Deer Ridge • Spectacular Home • Unique Floor Plan $329,900 • 5 Bed • 4 Baths • In-Floor Heat In House & Garage 212 franklin St., preSton • Western Cedar Ceilings • Hickory Floors • Family 249 highway 63 n., raCine Charming 2-Story • Completely Updated & Remodeled Room W/30’ Ceilings That Includes Floor To Ceiling Approx. 6 Acres • Private Setting W/ Woods & Pasture • 5 • 4 Bedrooms • Master Bath • New Kitchen w/maple Windows To Enjoy Wonderful Scenery & Wildlife • Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Open Floor Plan • Main Floor Laundry/ cabinets • New Appliances • Wood Floors • Ceramic Master Shower With Heated Floor • Must See Tile • Built-in Hutch • Formal Living Room • Formal Mudroom • Sunken Living Room • Sun Room • Dining Room Dining Room • New Roof • Fenced Private Backyard • Family Room • Master Bath W/ Jacuzzi • 2 Car Heated • Large Deck • All Landscaped • Vinyl Siding • 2+ $110,000 Garage • Horse Shed • 24 x 32 Heated Shed • Wrap Around Garage • Lots of Character Deck W/ 30’ Pool • All Fenced • Additional Outbuildings •
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Affordable hobby farm with 5.06 acres. Conveniently located between Austin and Rochester in Elkton, MN. All set up for horses - fenced & pasture area with 84x48 shed with indoor riding arena with 14’ door. The house has 3 bdrms, full bath and updated furnace, hot water heater, new shingles 2004 & buried power line to house. If you're looking for a move in ready property, look no further! Reduced!
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Unit #201 Church Hill Condos offers a new twist on a comfort & style. This 2 bedroom condo boasts beautiful high ceilings & open, bright feel The warmth of wood offers yet a neutral décor to welcome your furnishings. Everything is finished except for kitchen. $73,000/336.30 PI/M*
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201 ridgeview Ln. S, LANESBOrO
243 Harwood Ave., CHATFIELD 3 bedroom home. Vaulted ceilings in living room, NG fireplace. Kitchen newer countertops & sink, skylight. LL family room, exercise area, office/den, bath, laundry, & storage. Att garage w/ workshop. Patio area semiprivate back yard. $119,000/$552.37 PI/M*
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Nicely laid out 1 1/2 story home with welcoming 3 season porch Main living areas are open and bright with an open staircase leading to 3 nice size bedrooms with large closets. Wood floors under carpets. Back covered deck offers room to cook out. Det garage and garden space. $64,000/$294.84 PI/M*
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225 5TH Ave. SE, HArMONy
1928 Bungalow with high ceilings & open floor plan. Updated kitchen and bath, 2 bedrooms, and main floor laundry. Front enclosed 3 season porch adds extra space to enjoy in whether it’s raining or sunny. Plus a 2 car detached garage. Shingles on home in 2004, steel on garage 2012, perm siding, 100 amp circuit breaker, PVC plumbing, updated doors and windows. Move in ready! $69,900/$322.02 PI/M*
A great opportunity to finish the interior to your liking. This home is at the sheet-rocked Very well cared for 3 bedroom home on a wonderful lot with mature trees. Floor plan is well laid and wired stage with bathrooms roughed in. Super out with an open vaulted ceiling, in the living, dining & kitchen. Master bedroom with walk thru location on top of Church Hill. This tri-plex offers a master bath. Detached super sized one car with heated workshop area. Great location, only a wonderful opportunity for a get away or a full time home. $98,500 few blocks from golf course and Root River Trail access. 65,000/$299.45 PI/M*
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150 5TH St. NE, HArMONy
Wonderful home with nicely updated kitchen. Formal dining room plus eat in kitchen. Deck access from kitchen plus large screened porch. Spacious upstairs with family room and 3 bedrooms. Full bath on upper level. Nice backyard with alley access to garage. $97,000/$446.87 PI/M*
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Kelsey Bergey Real Estate Agent remax@harmonytel.net Office 507-886-4221
Packed with Potential 3 bedroom home on quiet tree lined street. Front covered porch, hardwood floors. Main floor bedroom, 1/2 bath, and laundry. Full bath & 2 bedrooms up with large closet. Det garage. No back yard neighbors. $39,000/$179.67PI/M*
308 Fillmore St. W, PrESTON 1920’s Bungalow with high ceilings, wood floors, and nice layout. Walk up attic area has been sheet rocked & offers additional space. Vinyl siding, shingles 3 yrs, water heater -6 yrs, boiler 4 years. Large 3 season front porch. Seller invites your offer. $41,900/$193.03 PI/M*
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Efficient & affordable 2 bedroom home with beautiful oak hardwoods throughout except kitchen. Good sized bedrooms with generous closet space. Step saving kitchen, main floor laundry. Many updates from windows, shingles, light fixtures, painting, shutters and covered back patio (9 x 18) Super sized 1 car garage built in 2001, with updated overhead door and opener. A must see, call today!$65,000/$299.45 PI/M*
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NEW CONSTRUCTION 2013COTTAGE STYLE LIVING. Mocha 400 Dupont St. birch cabinets, granite counter with bar, engineered hardwood LANESBOrO breakfast flooring. 9 x 16 deck with a beautiful view. Laundry & storage areas in the lower level. $69,900/$322.02 PI/M*
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750 burr oak ave ne, Chatfield
2 Lots (.68/acre) • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 20x20 Sunroom • 2 Open Floor Plan • In-Floor Heat • 18’ Ceilings • 9’ Ceilings • Main Floor Master • Main Floor Laundry • 3 Fireplaces • 2 Car Att. Garage • 2 Car Deatt. Garage • Wrap around deck • Hot Tub • Across from school and parks • Freshly Painted Car Garage • Wonderful Views • Deck • Private Backyard
310 maple St., laneSboro 3 Bedroom on main floor • Wheel Chair Assess. InFloor Heat in House & Garage •3 Baths Main Floor Laundry • Fireplace
3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • Archways • High Ceilings • Block Exterior • 2 Car Garage
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CommerCial building - wykoff Completely renovated building that is ideal for any type of restaurant, catering or other business opportunity. The lower level is finished for additional space. $149,900 new liSting - CommerCial building 206 Main St. Chatfield. Great rental income, multiple business rental, 2 apartments rental, newer furnaces, ideal location. $89,900 CommerCial building - laneSboro $69,900 Great opportunity to own large commercial 223 Center St., utiCa building in a high traffic area. Potential 1 Level Living • Handicapped Accessible • Vinyl business could be retail, restaurant/bar, Siding • New Flooring • Attached Garage • Main Floor convenience store/grocery, crafts or many Laundry • Storage Shed • Quiet Backyard other uses. Can be divided off. $64,500
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7.7 Acres • Set up for horses • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Porches • Wood Floors • Main Flr Laundry • Woods • Pasture • 2 outbuildings • Chatfield Schools
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laneSboro - Deer Ridge - 3.73 acre building site with panoramic views, woods and shared well all on dead-end road - $39,900 Chatfield - Fingerson & Donahoe - 1st Subdivison - Lots Starting At - $29,900
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THANK YOU TO ALL of you kind people who remembered my 90th birthday in so many ways. Thank you for the cards, calls, visits and the lovely flowers. I thank my family for the get together: children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also thank you Ruth Olson for the delicious cake. It was a special time to remember. Another thank you for the love and kindness shown to me after my fall. The ambulance crew was just great. We are so fortunate to have that service available. The professionals both in the hospital and Green Lea Manor were kind and caring. Special thanks to my family for their special love. Thank you Pastor Dan for your visits. Then the best of all coming home. So many offerings of good food were special acts of love. I am truly blessed. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. Marge Abrahamson t11- o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANKS SO MUCH for the prayer chain, calls, cards and all the food brought to us after my accident. I appreciate all the kindness shown to me. Everyday shows some improvement. Thanks for caring and God bless. Pat Schultz t11- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THE FAMILY OF Betty Mohs would like to say thank you for all the kind words, prayers, cards, flowers, food and memorials we received. A Special thank you to the church serving group, Pastor Betsy and Pastor Shawn. Donald Mohs and Family t11- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
THANK YOU to the Gunderson Harmony Care Center for two and a half years of dedicated service for Marrell Jacobson. Thank you to those who helped care for Marrell such as Mayo Hospice and Heartland Hospice. Thank you to those who sent cards, memorials and flowers at the time of Murrell’s death. Thank you to Pastor Betsy Dartt, Pastor Shawn Brooks, Marsha Johnson, organist, soloist Bob Peters and Gerald Bratland for the service. Thank you to the Lindstrom Funeral Home of Harmony for their assistance. Thank you to the October Greenfield service group who served the Norwegian lunch. Thank you to the pallbearers and Brown Swiss Farmers honorary pallbearers. Thank you all for sharing our memories. May God Bless you all. Joyce Jacobson Juan and Lois Tammel and families Darrell Jacobson Brent Jacobson and family Jeff Milne t11- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THE FAMILY OF LeOtis Early-Mensink would like to thank the Spring Valley Ambulance and the Fillmore County Sheriffs Dept. for their quick response. Your professionalism was greatly appreciated. t11- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THE FAMILY OF LeOtis Early-Mensink would like to thank everyone for their prayers, thoughts, cards, calls and food given to the family during LeOtis’ hospitalization and her passing. Faith, Family and Friends help us get through this difficult time. t11- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Mon., Nov. 11 - Noon - Hay & Straw Auction. Sale Site is at Preston Dairy & Farm of Canton. For more information contact Don at 507-743-2250 or Gehling Auction Company at 507-765-2131. Listing in the Journal. Thur., Nov. 14 - 1pm - Land Rent Auction. 32 acres more or less. Owners Lyle & Ann Meldahl. Auction held at Canton Community Center. For more information contact Grover Auctions at 507-259-8438 or 507-951-3746. Also online at www.groverauctions.com. Listing in the Journal Sat., Nov. 16 - 9am - Real Estate Auction. Marjorie Spelhaug Estate. Sale Site is at 513 1st Street, Fountain, MN. For more information contact Spring Valley Sales at www.springvalleysales.com. Mon., Nov. 25 - 6:30pm - 188.50 Acres Prime Bare Cropland with 185 Acres of tillable cropland. Auction held at Stewartville American Legion, 1100 2nd Street NW, Stewartville, MN, 55976. For more information contact 800-801-4502. Matt Maring Auction Co., Inc. www.maringauction.com. Listing in the Journal Sat., Dec. 7 - Consignment Auction Notice. Area Farmers, Consignors and Merchants. Sale Site at Dale & Kathie Grobe farm, Elgin, MN. For more information contact Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Co. at 507-259-7502 or online at tmracompany.com. Listing in the Journal. To list your Auction 507-765-2151 County projects bids close november 25, 2013 fillmore county, mn notice to contractors Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN until 1:30 p.m. on the 25th day of November, 2013, for the following project: SAP 023-599-173: Construct Br #23587, Bridge replacement with concrete slab and approach grading, on Grosbeak Road, approximately 1.4 miles south of the Jct TH 16 in Section 25 of Carrolton Township. Major quantities include construction of a 45 foot concrete slab span bridge, minor approach grading and aggregate surfacing. Plan and Proposal price is $25.00 picked up, and $30.00 if sent by US mail. Plans, Proposal and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. # 507-765-3854. Request for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany the bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: October 22, 2013 Ronald Gregg County Engineer Fillmore County, MN Publish 28, 4, 11 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE DATE: October 15, 2013 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: January 10, 2007 2. Mortgagors: Robert J. Sammann 3. Mortgagees: Marine Credit Union 4. Recording Information: Recorded on January 31, 2007, as Document Number 357052, in the Office of the Fillmore County Recorder, Minnesota. 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: N/A INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 04.0222.010. 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: See Exhibit “A” Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered (Torrens) 8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: Rural Route 1, Box 64A, Peterson, MN 55962 other foreclosure data 9. The person holding the Mortgage: [check one] [ ] is a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the transaction agent, residential mortgage servicer, and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are The transaction agent’s mortgage identification number, if stated on the Mortgage, is [X] is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30.
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The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are. 10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is N/A. INFORMATION REGARDING Foreclosure 11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. 12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $ 140,000.00. 13. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $168,390.75. 14. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Fillmore County, Minnesota, at public auction on Thursday, December 19, 2013, 10:00 a.m., at Fillmore County Courthouse, main lobby, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN 55965. 15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is 6 months after the date of sale. 16. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on June 19, 2014. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Attorney Daniel E. Dunn Main Street Law Offices, LLC 504 Main Street, Suite 200 P.O. Box 1627 La Crosse, WI 54602-1627 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Marine Credit Union MAIN STREET LAW OFFICES is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. Publish 4,11,18,25,2,9
Minn. Stat. 501B.41, subd. 5. Dated October 30, 2013 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Applicant Kelly M. Wagner Baudler Maus Forman Kritzer & Wagner 124 North Broadway, P.O. Box 1268 Spring Valley, MN 55975 Attorney License No: #0314031 Telephone: 507-346-7301 FAX: 507-346-2537 Email: kwagner@baudlerlaw.com Publish 4, 11
Attorney for Petitioner Paul M. Ohly Ohly Law Office 1850 North Broadway Rochester, MN 55906 Attorney License No: 14678X Telephone: 507-289-4526 FAX: 507-289-0987 Email: paul@ohlylaw.com Publish 11, 18
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-13-730 In Estate of Herman A. Hovda aka Herman August Hovda aka Herman Hovda Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated July 24, 2008 and codicil to the will, dated unknown, and separate writing under Minn. Stat. 524.2-513 (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Steven H. Hovda and Peter H. Hovda whose address is PO Box 383, Grand Meadow, MN 55936 and PO Box 4, Grand Meadow, MN 55936 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minn. Stat. 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objection to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with the Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to
Notice of Public Hearing City of Rushford Village Public Hearings for the Recognition of the City Planning Commission and includes the Established Planning Commission Ordinance No. 1704 including the Amendments to Sections 1701, 1702, and 1703 Adopt the Proposed 2013 Comprehensive Plan for the City of Rushford Village. Two Public Hearings will be held by the City of Rushford Village Council on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the Rushford Village Hall-Office at 43038 State Hwy 30, Rushford Village, MN 55971. The Public Hearings will consider the following: 1) Recognition of the Zoning Board as the Planning Commission for the City of Rushford Village and further establishing the Planning Commission Ordinance Number 1704 including Amending Sections 1701, 1702, and 1703 for the City of Rushford Village. 2) Adopt the Proposed 2013 Comprehensive Plan for the City of Rushford Village. A copy of the proposed Planning Commission Ordinance and/or Amendments may be requested at the Rushford Village office during regular office hours (507-864-7974) or by e-mail (crv@acegroup.cc). The 2013 Comprehensive Plan can also be viewed at the Rushford Village Office or on the city’s website www.rushfordvillage.govoffice.com. All interested persons are welcome to attend and be heard in person or in writing. Any of these above hearings may be continued for more consideration. Kristina A. Mart, Clerk City of Rushford Village Publish 11, 18 Fillmore County Planning Commission Notice The Fillmore County Planning Commission will conduct a meeting on the evening of November 21, 2013 in Room 601L in the Fillmore County Courthouse at 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN starting at 7:00 p.m. There will be a public hearing to adopt a new Sub-Surface Sewage Treatment Systems Ordinance. There may also be a discussion of other Zoning items. Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 11 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. PR-13-754 In Estate of Larry Lobland Decedent NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is ordered and Notice is given that on December 16, 2013, at 1:00 p.m., a hearing will be held in this court at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent, dated 04/25/2012 and codicil(s) to the Will dated 4/25/2012, and separate writing(s) under Minn. Stat. 524.2-513 (“Will”), and for the appointment of Jerry Lobland, whose address is 2211 Lenwood Drive Rochester, Minnesota 55902 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an Unsupervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to Minn. Stat. 501B.41, subd. 5. Dated November 7, 2013 Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court James D. Attwood Court Administrator /s/ Ann Fretland Deputy Clerk
Notice of ordinance adoption fillmore county zoning ordinance The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners adopted a new Section 737 of the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance, titled Farm Winery on September 24, 2013. The Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance can be viewed in its entirety on the Fillmore County website at www.co.fillmore.mn.us Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 28, 4, 11
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PUBLIC NOTICES Carrolton Township looking for snowplower/ sander for upcoming season Carrolton Township is seeking a person to run their truck for snowplowing and sanding for the upcoming season. If interested, call John Horihan at 507-4672471. Luanne Storlee Carrolton Township Clerk Publish 11, 18
Summary of Minutes October 22, 2013 County Board meeting The Fillmore County Board met in special 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: RESOLUTION 2013-064: MN Department of Veterans Affairs grant RESOLUTION 2013-065: Final payment to J&L Steel and Electrical Services for runway lighting and navigational aid installation RESOLUTION 2013-066: Minnesota Public Facilities Authority Small Community Wastewater Treatment Program Application for Greenleafton project The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda. • the following amended Consent Agenda: 1. October 15, 2013 County Board minutes. 2. Regular status for Randy Brevig, Transfer Station Attendant. 3. Payment of 4th quarter invoice to Mayo Clinic for medical examiner/autopsy services. 4. Overnight stays for Public Health Director and Health Educator to attend Statewide Health Improvement Program Kick-Off meeting and Blue Cross Blue Shield training. 5. Overnight stay for Auditor/Treasurer to attend State Auditor’s Local Government Training Conference. • 2013-2014 Fillmore-Houston Community Health Services SHIP grant award • certification of 2013-2015 MN Family Investment Program biennial service agreement • advertise for replacement Merit Office Support Specialist • 2% adjustment to 2014 Merit Pay Plan • set employee open enrollment period for 2014 insurance plan renewals • purchase replacement personal computers and laptops • accept proposal from Stantec for design of CSAH #35 • compliance form with Minnesota Public Facilities Authority Small Community Wastewater Treatment Program provisions for Greenleafton project • application for Performance and Registration Information Systems Management tax software grant. The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Auto License Bureau, title registration $1,697.40 Baudler, Maus, Forman, Kritzer & Wagner, LLP, services $650.00 Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, registration fees, permits, services $855.00 CDW Government, Inc., equipment purchase $6,219.11 Creative Forms & Concepts, Inc., forms $563.49 Fillmore County Treasurer, fuel $3,760.75 Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card, other travel expense, software $984.94 Fillmore Soil & Water Conservation District, services $4,437.50 Kelly Printing & Signs, supplies $516.01 Luhmann Law, LLC, services $2,970.00 M & I Lockbox, services $19,765.06 Marco, Inc., equipment $8,871.22 MCF-Lino Lakes, wages $890.00 MN Office of Enterprise Technology, telephone $1,300.00 Pro-West & Associates, Inc., software $5,800.00 Regents of the University of Minnesota, services $26,916.87 Sheldon Plumbing & Heating, Inc., services $596.19 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $86,793.54 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (57 bills - not listed) $8,952.55 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $95,746.09 INFRA FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Minnesota Safety Council, grant expense $545.56 Sheldon Plumbing & Heating, Inc., services $1,090.00 TOTAL INFRA FUND $1,635.56 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Baudoin Oil, fuel $10,956.20 Bauer Built, Inc., services $9,736.97 Bruening Rock Products, Inc., rock $20,220.49 Cargill, Inc., salt $5,109.19 Croell Redi-Mix, services $1,859.62 Crop Production Services, seed $1,000.00 Dun Blacktop Co., Inc., cold mix $1,842.31 Everson Excavating, LLC, services $1,552.50 G & K Services, supplies, uniforms $610.58 LaCrosse Truck Center, Inc., parts $829.07 Milestone Materials, Inc., rock $3,819.88 Preston Equipment Co., parts $3,036.53 RDO Equipment Co., parts $1,325.91 Ronco Engineering Co., Inc., supplies $1,810.63 Yaggy Colby Associates, Inc., services $4,912.50 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $68,622.38 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND UNDER OVER $500 (27 bills - not listed) $4,666.20 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $73,288.58 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Liberty Tire Recycling Services , services $971.64 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $971.64 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (5 bills - not listed0 $1,227.55 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $2,199.19 AIRPORT FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount J & L Steel and Electrical Services, services $23,889.90 TOTAL AIRPORT FUND $23,889.90 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 Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Karen Brown, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566. Publish 11
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FillMore counTy
Weather Forecast November 11, 2013
November 12, 2013
November 13, 2013
Tuesday
Wednesday
Monday
34°
17°
partly Sunny
32°
16°
cloudy
34°
27°
Sunny
November 14, 2013 November 15, 2013 November 16, 2013 November 17, 2013
Thursday
38°
Friday
17° 38°
partly Sunny
partly Sunny
* this is a projected forecast, for the most up-to-date weather go to www.fillmorecountyjournal.com and click on the weather icon.
Sun & Moon Date: SunriSe & SunSet MoonriSe & MoonSet 11/11/13 6:58am 4:46pm 1:37pm 12:32am 11/12/13 7:00am 4:45pm 2:08pm 1:40am 11/13/13 7:01am 4:44pm 2:38pm 2:47am 11/14/13 7:02am 4:43pm 3:09pm 3:52am 11/15/13 7:03am 4:42pm 3:42pm 4:57am 11/16/13 7:05am 4:41pm 4:18pm 6:00am 11/17/13 7:06am 4:40pm 4:58pm 7:00am
21°
Saturday
40°
Sunday
24°
thundeStormS
43°
28°
Sunny
Weather art WeaTher arT WanTeD!
all children 13 and under are welcome to submit Weather art. Send your picture to Fillmore county Journal p.o. Box 496, preston, mn 55965 or email it to: ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com or drop it off at the Fillmore county Journal 136 St. anthony St., preston, mn Be sure to include child’s First and last name, age, town and title of art Work.
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“Fun Fall day” By ashly, 2nd Grade Spring Valley, mn
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