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Rushford Village Norwegian family arrives for lutefisk dinner in Preston approves 2018 levy By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com

After deliberation and a brief Truth In Taxation hearing that brought no citizen comments, the City of Rushford Village approved the 2018 levy in the amount of $425,000. The amount has remained the same the last three years. There was consideration for raising it and the council was cautious as it plans for future needs. Mayor Gordon Johnson praised the work of City Clerk Mary Miner and City Treasurer

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Lanesboro Council reconsiders decision not to pave Zenith Street By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Lanesboro City Council revisited the matter of the Zenith Street paving proposal at their December 4 meeting. Council member Jason Resseman was Mayor pro tem in Mayor Autumn Johnson’s absence. Mayor Johnson participated in the meeting via remote access. Currently, a portion of Zenith Street is unpaved and is a gravel road. The residents had hopes that it would be paved during the Auburn/Zenith project. At last month’s meeting, the council heard appeals from several of the residents asking them to reconsider their decision not to pave the gravel road. Lanesboro resident Phil Dybing acquired estimates for the project and

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presented them to the council at that time. The council had also received quotes from city engineer Brian Malm which were higher than Dybing’s. Dybing felt that now would be the best time to pave the gravel section of Zenith, as the Auburn/Zenith project is now underway and contractors are available. He also added that he believes the lack of utility services in that area has inhibited its growth. “I would submit that the decision makers shouldn’t take either scenario as gospel truth,” Lanesboro resident Andy Webb stated at the December meeting. He felt that Dybing gave a best case scenario, and Malm gave the worst case. “There are four questions the See ZENITH STREET Page 7 

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Arlene Staupe with her Norwegian relatives. Left to right: Arlene, Annalisa Staupe Gaard, Karl Gaard, Karen Staupe, Ann Veronika Gravdal, and Joachim Gravda. Photo by Hannah Wingert bringing different members for Christmas each year, but By H annah Wingert of their family from Norway she’s found that the lutefisk in hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com with them. One of their three Minnesota is different in some Each year, Christ Lutheran daughters lives in Denver so way and she actually likes it Church hosts a Norwegian they spend a lot of time there better. lutefisk and meatball dinner as well as in Minnesota. They The Norwegian traditions that draws out hundreds of estimate that they’ve made celebrated in Minnesota have people. This year, over 900 around 60 trips to the U.S. been passed down through people bought tickets for the so far, sometimes visiting as the generations, but haven’t dinner. They come from all often as four times in one changed much and are still over, some traveling from as year. fairly similar to the origifar as Iowa or the Twin Cities Annalisa and Karl first came nal traditions from Norway. area to eat the gelatinous white to the lutefisk and meatball Generally lutefisk, translated fish. But the diners who come dinner in 2015 with Arlene to mean lye fish, is served the farthest are husband and and loved it so much that they with mashed potatoes, green wife Annalisa Staupe Gaard just had to come back. This beans, and other sides in Norand Karl Gaard from the west year, they brought Annal- way. The lutefisk dinner at coast of Norway. This year isa’s mother Karen Staupe, the Christ Lutheran Church is is the couple’s second time their daughter Ann Veron- served with meatballs, mashed attending the dinner. ika Gravdal, and her son potatoes and gravy, carrots, The Gaards are related to Joachim Gravdal. This was cranberry sauce, and lefse with Preston native Arlene Staupe baby Joachim’s first trip to the rommegrot, sweet soup, and through Annalisa’s father’s side United States. Christmas cookies for dessert. of the family. They make “The lutefisk tastes better While in Minnesota, lefse is regular trips to the U.S. to here,” Annalisa said, laughing. visit family and sightsee, often In Norway, they have lutefisk See LUTEFISK DINNER Page 16 

Judy Graham for keeping operating expenses in line, despite a number of projects. “We’ve had some increases that hit us pretty hard. We’ve managed to make it work,” added Johnson. A number of other projects are in the works for 2018 including a contract with Community & Economic Development Associates (CEDA) to improve and achieve the city’s planning goals. The council reviewed a number of items, consider-

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ing whether or not the city needed the additional $25,000 that was on the preliminary levy, set in September. “I’d just hate to have to go up next year; something drastic,” cautioned Councilor Chad Rasmussen. “I like having something for projects that come up down the road; the idea of having a cushion for surprises that come up during the year,” added Councilor Mike Ebner. It was suggested that any additional funds could have been put in reserves; however, Miner and Graham indicated that the budget included

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upcoming projects and collectively, roughly a million was in all city funds, including utility funds. They believe the city can operate within the $425,000. “It’s what Mary and I have been saying all along,” said Graham. Councilor Dennis Overland pointed out that the city’s aim is not to make money, but to operate at a break-even point. “We try to be as close as we can for our constituents,” he noted. “I remember back when we had to borrow money to pay our bills. We don’t want to go back to that.” The $425,000 levy was approved unanimously. In other news, the council heard from resident Arden

Rushford Village Mayor Gordon Johnson address the council, regarding the levy, at the December 5 meeting. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner

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Fitzgerald who pressed the council for some relief to speeding traffic on Goodrich Street and Main Street in south Rushford. The concern was brought to the council at their November meeting. Mayor Johnson indicated he’d done some checking and stated the sheriff’s department can’t issue any citations without visibly witnessing the speeding. City Attorney Tom Manion agreed, noting that residents can contact the department. Councilor Chad Rasmussen suggested the city look into putting something up to remind drivers of the speed. The city was unsure of the cost of a sign indicating current speeds. It’s possible that signs with a suggested 20 mph speed could be posted in the future. There was little to report from the Public Works Department. Supervisor Travis Scheck did indicate that the water project for Tyson is continuing and that a tunnel was bored and a curb stop placed. A curb stop for a new residence in south Rushford was also installed and the roughly $7,000 cost to hook up water to the site was a topic of discussion. “You really have to keep in mind, every time we talk of excess of cost, we’re really not asking too much,” noted Graham. “The numbers are not out of line,” added Johnson. “Those costs are real.”

The next regularly scheduled meeting is Tuesday, December 19, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. Additionally, the annual

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The 4-6 grade Gopher Time groups worked together to create tie blankets and will be donating them to an organization called Hugs from Hunter. Hugs from Hunter gives blankets and a teddy bear to a child and their siblings in need to help comfort them. This organization was created in 2012 when two students saw a need to comfort other children after they had encountered a tragedy. http://hugsfromhunter.org/index.html

Super job by our kids and directors at the 3 Rivers Conference Honors Band and Choir Festival. A full day of learning and rehearsal culminated in a tremendous concert. Very well done!

Gopher Time: As part of serving others and being thankful, K-3 students frosted cookies to send to service members who may not be able to be home for the Holidays.

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Congrats and super job Cast, Crew and Director! The Chatfield Service Club worked with the Help Our Neighbors program to rake leaves for those in need of assistance. Nice job Gophers!

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C ommentary You can lay the groundwork for reforming congress By Lee Hamilton The first three words of the U.S. Constitution are, “We the People.” The Constitution itself, our institutions of government, the democratic process — all were estabLee H. lished to give Hamilton Americans a voice in their own governance. We are still striving to make that vision real for all, but we are closer than ever. So let me ask you some questions about Congress today. Do you think the voice of ordinary Americans resounds strongly in its hallways and chambers? Can you recall Congress in the last few years successfully dealing with an issue that directly affected your life? Does Congress produce legislation that resolves our differences and brings us closer together? Do you believe that the political system produces members of Congress who fairly and effectively represent the diversity and complexity of this country and are addressing our real, longterm challenges? I thought not. This is why I believe it’s past time for comprehensive reform of Congress. Representative democracy today is being undermined by the rising power of big money, the challenges of governing a country as large and diverse as ours, the problems brought by rising economic inequality, the ineffectiveness of our political institutions, and too many citizens who were never taught the skills needed to make the pragmatic judgments necessary in a representative democracy. Editorial Cartoon

In the present environment, it’s doubtful that the various reforms needed to address these challenges can actually get adopted. But their time will come, either because the public demands it or the cost of dysfunction becomes too obvious to ignore. So it’s important to know in advance where we need to head. To be sure, part of what we need is outside the purview of any single institution. We lack a robust, comprehensive system of civic education, designed to produce an engaged, informed electorate able to sort fact from fiction in a complicated world. We want citizens who know how to maintain healthy skepticism and wariness about elected officials, and who have the knowledge and confidence to hold them accountable. But there are also steps we need our lawmakers to take. Partisan gerrymandering has become a scandal; competitive congressional districts drawn to represent the population fairly are vital to our future. Similarly, we have to expand voter participation and fight efforts to repress votes; lower participation empowers the extremes in politics, and it’s hurting our country. And we need to make it easier for third parties to break into the system; people are losing confidence in the two parties and we need to open up the system to new participants. Greater transparency from those in power or those seeking to influence those in power truly matters. Disclosure of campaign donations, disclosure of foreign money’s track through our political system, disclosure of specialinterest spending, identifying the people who make contributions to secretive political committees,

details about financial conflicts of interest — all of this should be a habit in any self-respecting representative democracy. Extensive disclosure needs to be required by law, and backed up with the resources to enforce the law. On Capitol Hill, members need to fund and then rely on independent sources of information they can trust, rather than special interests who too often lay down their own interpretation of the facts as a legislative foundation. And they need to return to the traditional processes of gathering expert testimony through congressional hearings. And perhaps more than anything, Congress needs to revitalize the institution itself — by energizing the traditional committee structure and practices, giving up its ridiculous habit of enacting budgets through omnibus bills, and no longer allowing major legislation to be put together by a few leadership staff behind closed doors — and restore its power vis-à-vis the president. This is where you come in. The changes that I’m advocating will not come about without citizen action. Our lawmakers have become fixated on their re-election and too comfortable with the status quo they and their predecessors have built in recent decades. We have to hold politicians to the highest ethical standards, and have them come up with serious proposals to fix the system. Without that, the loss of faith in our process and our institutions that all of us lament will be almost impossible to reverse. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

Celebrating small businesses supporting our local economies By Tim Penny President/CEO Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation We have a lot to be thankful for and much to celebrate at Southern Minnesota Initiative F o u n d a - Tim Penny tion (SMIF). The businesses we invest in each and every day through our various loan and equity programs, technical assistance and other programming are reaping benefits not only for these local entrepreneurs, but for all of southern Minnesota and beyond. Small businesses are the backbone of our communities and local economies, so as we go into the craze of holiday shopping we want to celebrate all of these businesses that are there for us each and every day. In the past month alone, we have had a front row seat to some exciting successes and have had the pleasure of watching some of the companies SMIF has invested in flourish and receive various awards. For us, it is like watching something you’ve nurtured, take flight. These businesses cited below are small but mighty and are part of our growing local economy. For example, recently I attended the R.A.V.E. (Recognizing Awarding Valuing Entrepreneurs) event in Rochester during Global Entrepreneurship Week. I was excited to see that two of the three companies honored had a connection to SMIF. Sonex Health is a current equity client and Environlastech is a current loan client. Both are advancing new products to market and driving technological growth here in southern Minnesota. The rapidly changing technology market is an area where SMIF investments through our equity, seed or loan funds can be transformative. These investments bring long term benefits to our area of the state, including retaining and attracting a skilled workforce. Another dynamic market in our southern Minnesota region is local foods. SMIF in partnership with Renewing the Countryside,

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C ommentary Enough is enough with the Bible bashing! By Pastor Stuart Weist Preston, MN I have been reading, in ever increasing frequency, articles and commentaries which make outrageous, false, and audacious claims regarding the Bible, faith and Chris- Pastor Stuart tians. In the Weist December 4 commentary section of the Journal was one such article written by Donna Buckbee. In her comments she attacks various aspects of the Bible, as well as people of various faiths. Enough is enough and it’s time to set the record straight. In full disclosure, I am the Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Preston, and I am a Fundamental

ties, all while offering no biblical support or by misquoting the scriptures. Even Ms. Buckbee’s quote of Revelation 11:18 is completely twisted and ripped from its context so that it misleads others. This is wrong and enough is enough, so allow me to offer a Christian apologetic for using the Bible as our foundation for truth as a Believer. As a Christian I say that lying, stealing, cheating, and killing are wrong. I say these things are wrong because the Bible says so (Exodus 20:1-17). It is God who is the foundation for truth, and not man. It is His Word which I hold dear and when I find myself in opposition to God’s Word it is I who must change, not God. The non-believing individual says these things are wrong simply because they say so. They are the ones that make the rules and then impose those rules

Bible believing Christian. I take what God’s Word says and apply it to my life in the most fundamental and literal way. The Bible is not some secret code and it does not require countless years of schooling to understand. It is the basis for truth and fact upon which Christians build their worldview. The Bible teaches us about morality, love, compassion, and our Divine Creator, God. Many people who reject the Bible do so because they disagree with what it says. They feel that not everything the Bible labeled as sin is all that bad or that the Bible is cruel in its treatment of people who choose to live outside God’s standard. However, by doing this, the unbeliever makes themselves into their own god all while condemning others for their beliefs. People publish countless articles which bash the Bible in generali-

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upon others with no foundation to stand on other than “because I say so.” However, when this is your worldview, then you have no right to call anyone else wrong for anything. Let’s use Ms. Buckbee’s example where a husband and wife get into a physical altercation with the man striking his wife. Is this wrong? Well according to the Bible, yes. The Bible calls husbands and wives to work together as one unified flesh (Genesis 2:24) and that a husband is to love his wife not only as he would love himself, but with the same love that Christ had for the church; willing to sacrifice all for her (Ephesians 5:25-33). However if you ignore the Bible and simply reject God, is a man Printed with Soy striking his wife wrong? Well,ink the answer is “not necessarily.” You might say its wrong, but on who’s authorityPrinted do youwith claimSoy that?inK If it’s your authority then what makes your authority any more important than someone else’s? If you Printed on recycled paper say it’s wrong because it’s illegal, Printed on recycled PaPer

Government this week Monday, December 11 • Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5 p.m. • Houston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 12 • Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Harmony City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Wednesday, December 13 • Ostrander City Council, Community Center, 6 p.m. • Peterson City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Canton City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. •Mabel City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Monday, December 18 • Fillmore Central School Board, High School Media Center, 5:30 p.m. • Rushford-Peterson School Board, Forum Room, 5:30 p.m. • Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m. • Kingsland School Board, Choir Room, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

that may be true, but who made the law? Civil laws are simply the result of a majority opinion and not necessarily based on what is right or wrong; so while it is illegal you still have no right to call it wrong. Without Scripture as your foundation you have no authority other than your own, right or wrong become simply your opinion. With this worldview, all the atrocities and selectivity of history are not wrong, it’s only your opinion. I am not saying that “Christianity” is a flawless religion, however without the Bible you truly have nothing to stand upon to make your claims of morality, justice, or righteousness. It’s time to stop calling out God and bashing the Bible and reflect on whose authority we stand upon in making moral decisions of right and wrong. Letter about County Board making the right decision... To the Editor, The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners made the right decision in not approving the sale of the Larson farm to the DNR as reported in the December 4 edition of the Fillmore County Journal. The DNR doesn’t need another 100-200 acres of cropland under their control, even if some of it is highly erodible land. Most of the farmers in the east end of Fillmore County farm this type of land. We use no-till and grass waterways to handle this type of cropland. In the early 1970’s the DNR bought 400 acres of my family’s cropland and woods. I would invite the Larson family and any interested others to tour the DNR holding in Holt township, Section 22 to see for themselves what kind of stewards of the land the DNR are. Early on they planted pine trees on the steeper areas. No maintenance has happened since. Today, sadly, the pine trees are overgrown with boxelder trees, a weed tree. The Larson farm has both Minnesota Highway 43 and Fillmore County 13 roads going through it. The DNR has never been good in dealing with road projects. There is a young farmer in the area who would have liked to buy the Larson farm. Robert Anfinson Peterson, MN

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Think outside the gift box: Donate blood and give more life The best gifts can’t be bought in a store. The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give more life by giving blood this December. Alison Wissen knows the power of blood donations. She received

22 units of blood products after experiencing complications during childbirth. “I truly owe my life to blood donors,” she said. “Even the skilled hands of my surgeons could not have saved me without the blood.” Because of

blood and platelet donors, Wissen will celebrate the holidays with her three children and husband. In December, donations decline but the needs of patients remain steady. During the holiday season, set aside an hour to give the most

important gift – give blood and give more life. To encourage donations, all those who come to give blood or platelets December 21, 2017, through January 7, 2018, will receive a long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.

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Filing notices Notice of filiNg Amherst towNship

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Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 13, 2018, will be open on January 2, 2018, to January 16, 2018. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 16, 2018. Filing fee is $2.00. Kelly Eide, Clerk • Amherst Township

Notice of filiNg Bristol towNship Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 13, 2018, will be open on January 2, 2018, to January 16, 2018. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 16, 2018. Filing fee is $2.00. Eunice Biel, Clerk • Bristol Township

Notice of filiNg cANtoN towNship

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Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 13, 2018, will be open on January 2, 2018, to January 16, 2018. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 1-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 16, 2018. Filing fee is $2.00.

Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 13, 2018, will be open on January 2, 2018, to January 16, 2018.

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Notice of filiNg chAtfield towNship Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 13, 2018, will be open on January 2, 2018, to January 16, 2018. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk/Treasurer, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 16, 2018. Filing fee is $2.00. Forrest Hayden, Clerk/Treasurer • Chatfield Township

Notice of filiNg fillmore towNship

Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 13, 2018, at the township hall will be open on January 2, 2018, to January 16, 2018. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be given to the clerk by 5:00pm, January 16, 2018. Filings may be sent to Bonnie Heidtke, 26297 County 7, Fountain, MN 55935 or call 507-4593443. Filing fee is $2.00. Bonnie Heidtke, Clerk • Fillmore Township

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Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 16, 2018. Filing fee is $2.00. Daniel L. Graskamp, Clerk • Fountain Township

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Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 13, 2018, will be open on January 2, 2018, to January 16, 2018. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. Filing on January 16, 2018 will be with the Deputy Clerk, 19247 CR5, Spring Valley. Filing fee is $2.00. Lori Winter, Clerk • Forestville Township

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decisions makers have to consider,” Webb continued. “Would the proposed project significantly enhance Lanesboro’s infrastructure? Would the project significantly enhance the residents’ way of life, who after all are Lanesboro citizens and pay taxes at the same rate as other Lanesboro residents who live on paved roads? Would it not make economic sense to strike while the iron is hot? If you answered affirmatively to questions one to three, can we afford it?” Malm agreed that now would be the most cost-effective time to do the project. “You will have to spend money on maintenance over the life of the road to maximize the life cycle of the road,” he pointed out. Council members Tom Smith

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and Bridget Harvey felt that the matter deserved some further thought before making a final decision. The others agreed with them. A motion was made and passed to table it until January to give the council time to gather information. Malm suggested that the homeowners on the gravel stretch of Zenith Street begin a petition to help the process get started. The Truth in Taxation meeting was opened at 6 p.m. The council met earlier in the day for a budget workshop in preparation. “We worked hard cutting this budget,” Councilmember Smith noted. Dybing asked the council to re-evaluate the decision they made in May of 2016 to decline his petition to detach from the city of Lanesboro. He lives on the gravel portion of Zenith and does not have access to utility

service. “I want to remind the city that they made that commitment (to re-evaluate),” he said. City Administrator Michele Peterson noted that the discussion on that matter is still in the works. There were no other questions or comments from the public and the Truth in Taxation meeting was closed. The council approved pay request #2 for the Park Road project. All of the work has been completed except for the last layer on the road and punch card items which will be finished in the spring. The Park Board suggested that the council approve a $35 yearly parking fee for a permit to park in the ballfield parking area, with the thought that doing so would regulate who is able to park there and allow local business owners

such as the outfitters to have adequate access to parking. The fee would cover maintenance of the area. “I don’t like the idea of charging them to park down there,” Councilmember Resseman stated. The permit parking was tabled for the time being. Resolution 2017-43 certifying the final 2018 tax levy to the county auditor was passed. The 2018 Lanesboro Public Utilities budget was passed as well.

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The utility fees for 2018 were reviewed and approved by the council, with Councilmember Smith voting against the fees. “There was a 7% increase last year and 7% again this year,” he stated. “I feel it’s too high.” The meeting was closed to the public to discuss payment options for the Auburn/Zenith project contractor. The next meeting will be held on January 2 at 5:30 p.m.

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Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 13, 2018, will be open on January 2, 2018, to January 16, 2018. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term One Clerk, 2-year term Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 16, 2018. Filing fee is $2.00. Danielle Hoffman, Clerk • Jordan Township

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Gilbert antics Autumn has been glorious for many reasons. Unseasonably warm days have made bike riding a pleasure, though the wind has been a challenge. Lately, the evening sunsets have lightly brushed the clouds a delicate shade of red, before lighting up the skies with glorious color. It is also that time of year for seasonal doctor visits. Gilbert is often a conversation starter, as Lu waits in a crowded room for his name to be called. On one visit, sorting through his appointment papers, Lu dropped one. “Pick it up, Gilbert,” Lu instructed. Gilbert bent down and retrieved the sheet off of the floor in his mouth, attracting comments from those nearby. One woman exclaimed, “Look at what the dog did!” We take this skill for granted, as Gilbert can pick up a credit card off the floor. Gilbert gets a friendly look on his face, tail wagging, if another dog lover asks to pet him. On this day, a woman proudly showed Lu a picture of her service dog. He was a mix between a boxer and a mastiff and was a fine looking animal. She was training him to be a therapy dog for resi-

dents of local nursing homes to help with loneliness and social skills. After all, who doesn’t feel better after petting a dog? Gilbert then jumped up on the chair next to Lu and fell so soundly asleep, they had trouble waking him when it was time to see the doctor. Guess doctor visits are not just exhausting for humans! After all of this sitting, Gilbert usually needs a good walk. The pair just came in from their nightly excursion outside. As Lu was pulling off his outdoor shoes, Gilbert appeared in front of him, with first one

of his crocs dangling from his mouth, and then a second one. This skill always tickles my funny bone, as it is a comical site to see. Just when we think Gilbert is slowing down, he gets a wild hair. The other night Lu was in the family room, when Gilbert jumped up and started chasing around the room in circles, first one way and then another, finally running around the room. He did this dance for several minutes. After all the doctor visits, it was as if Gilbert thought we needed a few hijinks to amuse us, and they certainly did. Gilbert, Lu and I hope you will have a few joyous moments of wild abandon this Christmas season as well!

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Obituaries Merle Francis Knutson Merle Knutson, 86, died Monday, December 4, 2017, at his home, Fillmore Place in Preston, Minn., surrounded by friends and family. M e r l e Merle Knutson Francis Knutson was born April 13, 1931, in Carrolton Township, Minn., to Ludwig and Edna (Tokvam) Knutson. Merle was the youngest of seven children. He spent his childhood and young adulthood helping his mother and two brothers operate the family farm. Merle loved caring for the farm animals and visiting family and friends. Following his years spent on the family farm, Merle became a resident of several semi-independent living homes for the next 40 years. Merle liked to fish and enjoyed watching motorcycles and tractors. He also enjoyed visiting with farmer friends and women folk. He always looked forward to his birthday parties, in particular his 86th birthday party. Merle is survived by one sister, Ione Hallum of Rushford, two nieces, four nephews and a host of friends and staff who were his family at Fillmore Place. His friend and guardian Susan Engen also survives. Merle was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ernest and Edward; three sisters: Lucile, Hazel, and Delores; three brothers-in-law: Emil, Edwin, and Leon; niece Debra, and many friends that he met during his years in Harmony and Preston while being a resident under Maple Leaf Services. A celebration of life service will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro, with Pastor Kerry Eversole officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church. Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a condolence with the family please visit www.rileyfuneralhomes.com. Rodel Eberle Rodel Eberle, 94, of Spring Valley, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 4, 2017, at the Spring Valley Living Center. R o d e l was born in Milwaukee, Rodel Eberle Wis., on February 1, 1923, to Joseph and Frances (Sell) Eberle. Rodel graduated from High School in Milwaukee and from the Lutheran Seminary in St. Louis, Mo., in 1948. He

began his pastoral career at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Carlos, Minn., in 1948. It was here that he met Gladys Beulke and they were married on April 9, 1950. He continued to serve the congregation in Carlos until 1956 when the family moved to Bloomington, Minn. He was the pastor at Mount Hope Lutheran church in Bloomington until 1963 when he was called to be the pastor at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff, Minn. He remained the pastor at St. Johns Lutheran Church for the next 25 years until his retirement from the ministry in 1988. He and Gladys continued to live in Wykoff after his retirement until moving to the Spring Valley Assisted Living Center in 2015, and later to the Spring Valley Senior Living Center. Rodel enjoyed traveling and conducted many tours to the Holy land and traveled to India for a couple of mission trips after his retirement. Rodel is survived by his wife, Gladys; a sister, Gloria Hinkle; children: Sue (Gary) Golish of St. Charles, Ruth Ann Eberle of St. Paul, Mark Eberle of Spring Valley, Nancy (Michael) McCarty of Belle Plaine, Lori (Joe) Volkart of Spring Valley, Mary McGill of Spring Valley, Paul (Suz) Eberle of Spring Valley, and Jon (Roxanne) Eberle of Stewartville. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Audrey (Warren) Haeberle. Funeral service was held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 9, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff. Visitation was from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, December 8, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley and one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to the

scholarship fund at St. Johns Lutheran School in Wykoff. Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com. Roger N. Eiken Roger N. Eiken, age 83, of rural Canton, died Thursday, November 30, 2017 at Green Lea Senior Living in Mabel. Roger was born April 26, 1934, in Spring G r o v e , Minn., to Norman and Doris ( D a h l ) Roger N. Eiken Eiken. In 1952, he graduated from the Canton High School. He farmed in Amherst Township of Fillmore County, raising beef cattle and crops. On March 23, 1955 he married Winifred Wilson at the Whalen Lutheran Church. He was a member of the Henrytown Lutheran Church, and enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, going to the farmer’s market in Mabel, and going for drives around the countryside. Roger is survived by his wife Winifred of Canton, Minn.; four children: Ashley of Canton, Joan (Steve) Michel of Harmony, Richard of Canton, and Jill (Gary) Olson of Canton; 13 grandchildren: Dennis, Sara, Erika, Christine, Erin, Liz, Whitney, Dexter, Hilary, Addy, Jack, Josephine, and Joe; nine great-grandchildren: Gregory, Finn, Ashton, Nile, Annika, Scarlet, Ryder, Nadia, and Nora; and nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, father and mother-in-law, and two brothers-in-law. A graveside service will be held at a later date. The Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel is assisting with arrangements. See OBITUARIES Page 11 

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Elisabeth O. Emerson Elisabeth O. Emerson (nee Olness) died peacefully at home in Minneapolis, Minn., on Nove m b e r 30, 2017. She was surrounded by the loving company of her husband, d aug hters and eldest Elisabeth O. sister. Emerson Elisabeth was born October 25, 1947, in Rushford, Minn. She lived on the family farm in Peterson, Minn., her entire childhood and graduated from Peterson High School (Go Tigers!) in 1965. She attended the University of Minnesota and earned BA of Child Psychology, Masters of Planning and Masters of Public Health. She worked for the City of Minneapolis as a draftsperson in the early ‘70s. Later she worked for Group Health and the Minnesota Department of Health. In 1996, she began her work for the World Health Organization (WHO), going from one global crisis to the next, aiding those affected. Countries include Bosnia-Herzegovina, Indonesia, East Timor, Thailand, Kuwait, Mozambique and Myanmar. Elisabeth really enjoyed this international work and being a benefit to children and families. She especially enjoyed her assignment for WHO at the United Nations headquarters in NYC. Her greatest pleasure outside work was her tremendous love for her daughters and even more delight in having seven “Good as gold!” grandchildren. They were her heart and soul. Survived by husband of 49 years, Alva W. Emerson of Minneapolis, daughters Erin Emerson Egginton (Ryan) of Minneapolis, and Saffron Emerson (Paul Broenen) of Cannon Falls.; seven grandchildren: Chase, Jonathan, Quentin, Sage, Kyrian, Lillian, and Ethan. Sisters Karen Olness (Hakon Torjesen) of Kenyon, Sigrid Kilcullen of Virginia state, and Julie Wright of North Carolina; plus a multitude of nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews and more. She was preceded in death by parents Norman and Agnes Olness and beloved brother Andrew Olness. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial to the Epilep-

sy Foundation of Minnesota or the Elisabeth Emerson graduate fellowship at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. Visitation was held Wednesday, December 6 from 6-7 p.m. at Washburn Mcreavy Funeral Home in Edina, Minn., 50th and Highway 100. Funeral with lunch took place Thursday, December 7, 11 a.m. at Minneapolis Mount Olivet Lutheran Church, 50th and Knox, with visitation one hour prior. Interment took place Friday, December 8 at 11:30 a.m. at Arendahl Cemetery in Fillmore County, Minnesota. Fred Ruesink Fred Ruesink, age 75, of Wykoff, Minn., passed away Monday, December 4, 2017, at Saint Marys Hospital in R o c h e s t e r, Minn. Memorial service for Fred was held 2 p.m. Friday, Fred Ruesink December 8, 2017, at Fillmore Free Methodist Church in Wykoff, Minn., with Rev. Tim Ward officiating. Visitation was from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, December 7, 2017, at Fillmore Free Methodist Church in Wykoff and continued for one hour prior to the service. Frederick Cordell Ruesink was born November 24, 1942, in Spring Valley, Minn., the son of Burton and V. Elaine (Puck) Ruesink. He attended and graduated from Spring Valley High School in 1960. After graduation, Fred enlisted in the United States Army, where he was stationed in Europe as a radio tech. After returning home, Fred started working road construction and continued to for about 40 years. On March 23, 1974, he was united in marriage to Kathy Ptacek at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Fred loved to go four-wheeling, hunting, camping, trapping, and fishing. Fred was especially talented when it came to woodworking and fly tying. When he wasn’t at home, Fred would be cruising the gravel roads with his dog Buddy. You could always find Fred at the café in Wykoff having morning coffee and talks with the guys. Fred was a member of the Spring Valley Coon Club and Sportsman Club. Fred enjoyed spending time

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Monday, December 11, 2017 with his family, especially his kids and grandkids. Fred is survived by his wife Kathy of Wykoff; children Patrick (Amber Zigan) Ruesink of Spring Valley, Stacie (Dale) Scherger of Chatfield, Minn., and Jodi (Kenny) Moen of Fountain, Minn; seven grandchildren: Shantel, Journey, Monte, Tyler, Hannah, Sydney, and Austin; two great-grandchildren, Ramon and Adela; a brother, Roger (Paula) Ruesink of Spring Valley; a sister, Margaret (Wendell) Freiheit of Wykoff; his beloved dog Buddy; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents. Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com. Harold “Howie” Johnson Harold “Howie” Judean Johnson passed away at Sauer Nursing Home in Winona, Minn., on Saturday, November 18, 2017. He was born April 15, 1939, in Fillmore County, to Harvey and Bernice (Muns) Johnson. Harold grew up in Rushford and attended school there. At age 17 he enlisted in the Navy, serving from 1956-1962. He served on the U.S.S. Fulton and the U.S.S. Stoddard. After his service, he graduated in the electronics field from vo-tech in Winona. Throughout his life, Harold enjoyed baseball, golfing, bowling, telling stories, dancing, singing, and was a big Vikings fan. Most of all, he loved his daughters and grandson! They were the joy in his life! He will be terribly missed. Harold is survived by his daughters Casey Johnson of Madison, Minn., and Crystal Cady of Winona; grandson Emmet, his sister Rosemarie Morken of Peterson, Minn., and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, brother PFC Jerry Johnson, sisters Yvonne Jonsgaard, Marilyn Brand, baby sister Laurie Anne, and brothers-in-law Marvin Jonsgaard and Vernon Brand. Visitation was Wednesday, November 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hoff Funeral Home, Rushford, Minn., with burial taking place at 2 p.m. at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Preston. Jill Annette Dawley Jill Annette Dawley, age 61, of Burr Oak, Iowa, passed away Saturday, December 2 at home surrounded by family, following a brief battle with cancer. Jill was born February 23, 1956, in La Crosse, Jill Annette Wis., to to Dawley Eugene and Clara (Casterton) McCabe. She attended school at the North Winneshiek School in rural Decorah. On August 29, 1975, she married Daniel Dawley at the St. Agnes Catholic Church at Plymouth Rock. Their marriage

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was blessed with three children and four grandchildren. She had worked for over 20 years at Rockwell-Collins, at the Security Bank and Trust, at various schools including Mabel-Canton and Crossroads as a reading and math tutor, and had a wedding decorating business. Jill had also worked at KD Rae Jewelry, and most recently at First Southeast Bank in Canton. Jill enjoyed flowers, gardening, reading, collecting antiques and handmade jewelry, bonfires, sitting in the woods watching the wildlife, taking road trips along the Mississippi River, having a good cup of coffee or wine with a friend, and spending time with family. Jill is survived by her husband Daniel of Burr Oak; her daughter Anessa (Kasey) Cummings of Rochester, Minn.; two sons, Adam (Davia) of Bluffton, Iowa, and Drew (Betsy) Dawley of Kasson, Minn.; four grandchildren: Emily, Katie, Anna, and Easton; two brothers, Gary (Carol) and Joey (Mary) both of Burr Oak, Iowa; and seven sisters: Janice (Leroy) Stone of Mabel, Culah Pellegrini of Newton, Mass., Diane (Andy) Saltis of Abington, Mass., Linda (Harv) Swehla of Foley, Ala., Kathy (Rick) Ellestad of Spring Hill, Fla., and Teryl Sue (John) Logsdon of Ossian, Iowa; and sister-in-law Marlene McCabe of Burr Oak; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Rita Branham and Judith Hentges; one brother, Stanley “Sonny” McCabe and an infant brother; five half-brothers and sisters; and three brothers-in-law Roy Branham, Dan Pellegrini, and Thomas Hentges. Funeral Services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 8, 2017, at the Burr Oak Lutheran Church in Burr Oak, Iowa, with the Rev. Matt Larson officiating. Visitation was 4–7 p.m. Thursday, December 7 at the Burr Oak Lutheran Church and again one hour prior to services. Burial took place in the St. Agnes Catholic Cemetery. Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel assisted with arrangements.

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Judy Ahern Judy Ahern, age 68, of Spring Valley, MN passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at her home in Spring Valley, Minn. Funeral service for Judy was Judy Ahern held 11 a.m.. Monday, December 4, 2017, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, Minn., with Rev. Mark VanHouse officiating. Visitation was from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, December 3, 2017, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley and continued for one hour prior to the service at the church. Judith Ann Turbenson was born February 26, 1949, in Rochester, Minn., the daughter of Maurice and Beulah (Finberg) Turbenson. She attended and graduated from Spring Valley High School in 1967. After graduation, Judy attended Rochester Community College, where she obtained her nursing degree. On February 18, 1967, she was united in marriage to Dale Ahern at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, Minn. Judy began her healthcare career at the hospital in Spring Valley. She worked as a registered nurse, most recently employed at Ostrander Care Center. Judy is survived by her husband Dale of Spring Valley; children: Jodi (Jim) Babineau of Rice Lake, Wis., Dustin (Lisa) Ahern of Rochester, Minn., and Heidi Dowhaniuk of Owatonna, Minn.; seven grandchildren: Briana, Brooke, Spencer, Sydney, Jaden, Madison and Kendahl, one greatgrandchild, Sophia; mother Beulah Turbenson of Spring Valley, Minn.; siblings: Susan (Len) Olson of Owatonna, Minn., John (Kathy) Turbenson of Dallas, Tex., and Joyce (Doug) Kraut of St. Charles, Minn.; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father Maurice, daughter Tracey, and son-in-law Allen.

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year’s 1A semis. Most of those teams’ critical pieces graduated. Levi Olstad’s squad nonetheless brought enough back to post a near from-start-to-finish early season victory. R-P’s only lead was 1-0. In an up-and-down high-speed contest that featured 45 fouls, 46 offensive rebounds, and 62 turnovers, FC prevailed 52-38. Emma Breitsprecher, a sophomore G/F, led the way (16 pts, 11 rebs). Senior Alleigh Meyer (11 pts, 8 rebs, 5 stls) and sophomore Kassidy Broadwater (9 pts, 5 rebs, 4 stls) each scored all their points in the second half. Juniors Lauren Lawston (9 pts, 9 rebs) and Peyton Hoiness (9 pts, 3-7 three’s) led R-P. Teams were rusty shooting the ball from the field (FC 15-57 for 26.3%, RP 15-52 for 28.9%) and the free throw line (FC 15-34 for 44.1%, R-P 5-12 for 41.7%). Ball security is also a work in progress (TOs: FC 24, RP 38). FC improved to 1-1 (overall/TRC).

Gopher Girls Comeback Versus Rebels

The last two times Chatfield and Southland’s girls met in basketball, Rebel stand-out McKendry Kennedy was the story. The (then) junior combined for 49 points, as Southland swept last year’s series (5936, 62-48). In the Gophers season opener, they held Kennedy in check, and overcame a double-digit deficit to post a win. Southland led by as many as 12 in the first half (208). It was 21-14 at intermission. Chatfield chipped away in the second, getting ten early points from Britney Fretland. Alanna Goetzinger’s reboundput-back gave Chatfield a lead 39-37. After starting the game 0-9 at the free throw stripe, the Gophers hit six of their final eight freebies. Finishing the game on a 16-5 run, the Chatfield did something in November that they didn’t do last year until January (started 0-12). They posted their first win, 51-42. The junior center Goetzinger was the seventh person off the bench, but the top Gopher scorer (13 pts, 7 rebs). Fretland (12 pts) scored all of her points in the second half. Macy Pederson (8 pts, 6 rebs) did the same. Southland’s Kennedy was held to 13 points.

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Chatfield wrestling had a good first week, starting the year 4-1. Seth Goetzinger (#10 at 106) and Jake Mandt (#1 at 145) begin the year ranked in state. Alyssa Rostad (25 pts) and Amber Chapel (22 pts) each had career-highs as Houston’s girls (1-1) beat Alden-Conger. Lexie Johnson had a career-high 21 as Lanesboro beat G-E. Lauren Lawston had a career-high 20 to lead R-P’s girls (0-2, 1-2) to

a win over Moose Lake/Willow River. The #4 in Class A R-P boys also beat ML/WR, sweeping that double-header. Kingsland’s squads swept a b-ball doubleheader with L -O. Jordan Beck had 16 (pts) and 18 (rebs) for the boys. Lauren Buchholtz averaged 18.5 (pts), 10.5 (rebs), 5.5 (asts), and 6 (stls) over girls games with L-O and SC. James Hongerholt scored 29 points, but Houston fell to L/P. Freshman Reid Johnson scored 17 points in his varsity debut, though Chatfield fell to Lourdes.

Boys Basketball (11/30 & 12/2)

L-O 50, Kingsland 73 (K: J. Beck 16 pts (8-14 FGs), 18 rebs; Ian Meisner 17 pts (7-8 FGs); Zach Bubany 11 pts, 4 assists; Wyatt Pruter 11 pts. Knights are 1-0) GM 53, Lanesboro 46 (L: Carson Schwichtenberg 19 pts, 9 rebs; Brady Johnson 13 pts (3-4 three’s). Burros are 0-1) L/P 68, Houston 58 (H: J. Hongerholt 29 pts; Alex Van Gundy/Connor Van Gundy 9 pts. ‘Canes are 0-1) R-P 65, Moose Lake/Willow River 48 (RP: Landon Skalet 14 pts, 3 stls; Payton Hahn 12 pts, 6 rebs, 3 stls; Dawson Dahl 11 pts (3-5 FGs, 5-7 FTs), 11 rebs; Ben Ansell 8 pts, 6 rebs. R-P is 1-0) Lourdes 76, Chatfield 53 (C: R. Johnson 17 pts (6-11 FGs) 8 rebs; Bennett Gathje 9 pts (6-8 FTs); Josef Fahrenholtz 8 pts. Lourdes led 31-30 at half versus a very new Gopher group. Gophers are 0-1)

Girls Basketball (11/28 – 12/2)

Lanesboro 54, G-E 42 (L: L. Johnson 21 pts, 5 stls; Payton Benson career-high 16 pts; Bailey Ruen 10 pts, 18 rebs) Caledonia 74, FC 41 (FC: Paige Donlinger 14 pts (7-11 FTs), 7 rebs; A. Meyer 8 pts, 6 rebs. TOs: FC 32, C 13) Houston 43, GM 67 (H: A. Rostad 14 pts (3-8 three’s), 6 rebs; A. Chapel 9 pts, 3 stls. Halftime score was 28-22 Larks) R-P 28, Cotter 69 (RP: Nicole Blagsvedt/L. Lawston/ Megan Oian 6 pts) M-C 19, #1 in A L/P 76 (LP: Kristi Fett 29 pts (14-16 FGs), 15 rebs. Fett is 6’5”. M-C’s tallest player is 5’9”) L-O 28, Kingsland 71 (K: L. Buchholtz 23 pts (7-13 FGs, 7-9 FTs), 13 rebs, 5 assists, 5 stls; Kori Kruegel 16 pts (6-8 FGs); Ellie Buchholtz 12 pts, 7 stls) Houston 70, A-C 63 (H: A. Rostad 25 pts (10-20 FGs), 7 rebs, 6 assists; A. Chapel 22 pts (10-17 FGs), 8 rebs) Chatfield 34, D-E 46 (C: B. Fretland 12 pts (4-5 three’s). Game was tied 22-22 at halftime) Kingsland 39, SC 56 (K: L. Buchholtz 14 pts (10-13 FTs, 2-18 FGs), 8 rebs, 6 assists, 7

stls. Knights are 0-1, 1-1) Lanesboro 42, Spring Grove 51 (L: L. Johnson 15 pts (3-7 three’s), 5 rebs; Sophia Simes 13 pts. Burros are 1-1) M-C 23, SA 51 (Cougars are 0-2) R-P 61, Moose Lake/Willow River 47 (RP: L. Lawston 20 pts (6-8 FTs), 8 rebs; Kjersta Hinz 14 pts (6-11 FGs), 6 rebs) #11 in AA Lourdes 65, Chatfield 36 (C: M. Pederson 12 pts. Gophers are 1-1, 1-2)

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LARP 47, La Crescent 27 (S-Eagles won nine of first ten matches to lead 47-3. Gable Speltz (120), Sam Schwendinger (126), Reece Riebel (138), and Jacob Meyer (160) had pins. Ross Herber (106 > 13-3) and Dominic Jenkins (145 > 11-2) won MDs. Riley Koop (152 > 5-2) won a decision. Kolten Riser (132) won by injury default. Lancers forfeited a weight. LARP is 1-0) GMLOS 22, Chatfield 48 (Gophers trailed 22-12 after 145. They won the final seven weights. Tate Karver (120), Jacob Stephas (160), Davontae Goldsmith (182), Carter Fishbaugher (195) won by fall. S. Goetzinger (113 > 4-2), Chase Ketterhagen (138 > 7-6), J. Mandt (170 > 8-3), and A.J. Karver (285 > 5-3) won decisions. GMLOS forfeited two weights) Winona Invite (LARP (90) finished third behind big-time wrestling powers #1 in AAA Apple Valley (192) and #1 in AA Kasson-Mantorville (186). S-Eagles had four second place finishers in R. Herber (106 > won 9-0 MD, won 9-4 D, lost 7-2 D), Carter Jonsgaard (113 > won 8-6 D, won by fall, lost by fall), R. Koop (152 > won 16-1 TF, lost by fall), and Sam Puetz (170 > won by fall, lost by fall). G. Speltz (120 > won 4-2 D in SV-1, lost by fall, won by fall, won 5-0 D) and D. Jenkins (145 > won 3-2 D, lost by fall, won by fall, won by fall) took third, each going a team best 3-1 on the day) Rochester Invite > Chatfield 60, Century 21 (S. Goetzinger (120), C. Ketterhagen (138), Campbell Berge (145), Nathan Goldsmith (152), D. Goldsmith (170), and A.J. Karver (285) won by pin. Gophers won four forfeits.); Chatfield 53, PI 24 (T. Karver (126) and N. Goldsmith (152) won by fall. Goetzinger (120 > 8-0) and Mandt (170 > 10-2) won MDs. D. Goldsmith (182 > 5-3) won by decision. Gophers won five forfeits.); Chatfield 27, Mayo 45 (Spartans won first four matches to lead 16-0. They won the last three matches to brake at 27-27 tie after 182. Cael Bartels (132), Berge (145), N. Goldsmith (152), and Mandt (160) won by fall. D. Goldsmith (6-4) won by decision); Chatfield 66, JM 11

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usually only served during the holidays, in Norway, it’s eaten year round. The Gaards hope to be able to attend future lutefisk dinners at Christ Lutheran with Arlene and some of their other American relatives. They like staying in touch with them all and appreciate the importance of it for future generations. They plan to continue to make frequent trips to the United States, as they enjoy traveling around the U.S. “The people here are very polite and friendly,” Annalisa pointed out, adding that until you get to know them, Norwegians are generally more reserved. Arlene Staupe also enjoys it when her Norwegian relatives come to visit. “It’s a lot of work to coordinate the family gettogethers,” she said. However, she feels that it’s worth every bit of extra work. Relatives come from as far as Superior to meet up when the family from Norway is visiting. She looks forward to future visits with her Norwegian relatives.

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Fountain plans for public utility hearing By Kristen Zoellner At the November council meeting, the City of Fountain heard the results of an analysis by Minnesota Rural Water Association. The city was provided with four scenarios aimed at making gains on the backwards trending sewer and water utility funds. Wednesday, December 6, the council met and further discussed the options, which ranged from maintaining the annual $30 base rate, increasing the base rate to

$50 or $75, nearly or more than doubling the current rate, and imposing a break-even increase of $86 per connection annually. The amount represents an $80 increase to the sewer rate and a $34 increase to water rates. All options would reduce the minimum gallon usage from 3,000 to 1,000. Councilor David Gudmundson stated he’d heard plenty about the proposed changes. “Wow. My ears are still ringing,” he joked.

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The outright cost of chemical treatments is never going to decrease, but now that the plant is in compliance and the stipulation agreement from the state is off, the city may be able to use less or alternate treatments which will cost less overall. Additionally, Public Works Director John Hanson may begin classes aimed at getting state licensure, which would reduce the city’s need to rely on their agreement with PeopleService, also lowering costs in the long run. It’s expected no changes on either will take place before March as the cold months are the critical time of compliance for the plant. The council is hoping that prior to the January hearing, they might identify an increase amount which would not hit property owners as hard, but make gains on the fund deficits. Parr also addressed the standing of plans for the wastewater treatment plant. “If you asked me today, I’d say go ahead with some of the improvements. It’s money

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Houston Planning talks turkey on Owl Center; EDA looks to future By Eric Leitzen The Houston Planning Commission began their meeting at 5:35 p.m. on Monday, December 4, 2017, in the council chambers of Houston City Hall. In attendance were members Krin Abraham, Cheryl Sanden, Emliy Krage, and City Administrator Chris Peterson. Abraham called the meeting to order and asked for old business, of which there was none. The commission proceeded with the first item of new business, a proposed lease for the International Owl Center at the city’s Trailhead Park. Owl Center Executive Director Karla Bloem spoke to the commission and produced a planned map of the new center. Under the new plan, the main Owl Center building would be built on land currently belonging to a small row of houses on Plum Street dating back about 100 years. There would be walking paths created from the new center to the land currently occupied by Trailhead Park, where the center plans

to build several new walk-through aviaries for its owls to demonstrate different habitats and living situations for owls around the world. Bloem noted that the concepts for these aviaries are based off a design from the Bavarian National Forest in Germany and have not yet been used in America. The designs allow the owls, as part of their natural instincts, to stay a safe distance from the visiting people, allowing visitors to actually walk through the enclosed habitat and observe the owls in a more natural setting. “It’s a better visitor experience...” Bloem said, “it’s much more mentally interesting when you don’t just go somewhere where there’s a row of cages.” The commission raised questions about the construction of these aviaries and whether or not they would fit a definition of a building or a shelter, and also asked about the height of the structures. Bloem confirmed that the structures, designed by archi-

tects at Cornell University, would not require large amounts of fill and would mostly be made of mosquito netting, chain link, and similar materials, noting that not all structures would have a solid roof. Bloem also detailed separate aviaries that would be climate-controlled, and some used by employees only for birds used in Owl Center programs. Abraham raised a question about the plan, asking if Trailhead Park had been established with a “swap” from other land. Sanden noted that, when the levy was redone, the former cornfields were purchased as part of a flood control project and converted into the current park. Abraham asked if part of South Park was sold as part of an in-kind trade, and as part of the purchase the city established Trailhead Park. Abraham expressed worry that the DNR might have an objection to the current Owl Center plan if that were the case. The commission could not confirm whether that land was converted via a swap with

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other land, and asked Administrator Peterson to find any information on the subject. The commission also discussed whether the deal would be considered a lease or an easement. Abraham argued that, due to the permanent or semi-permanent state of the aviaries, along with other possible permanent changes like paved walkways, a lease would be preferable to an easement for the use of the land. Questions were also raised about possibly moving the location of the city’s firework display, as it would now be too close to the new habitats, and fences around the property. The commission expressed desire to grant the lease to the Owl Center, but overall decided that more research was needed to determine if the logistics were all set to go forward. The commission also discussed the new garage construction at Houston High School, where Abraham acted in her role as superintendent and requested a vari-

ance for the construction. Abraham wanted clarification that the construction would not interfere with flood mitigation plans. Peterson requested a formal variance request from the school for the next planning commission meeting in January. The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m. and immediately convened the meeting for the Economic Development Authority. The EDA discussed the Dollar General Deal, noting that the “Loken parcel” has been offered to the city for purchase in case Dollar General wanted that location for their discount store. The general agreement was that it was too early to tell, as Dollar General has not yet committed to building in Houston. The EDA also discussed building up local businesses, resolving to work on being a forward-looking influence on the community to move into the future, as opposed to looking to the past. The Houston Planning Commission will meet next at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 3, in the council chambers of Houston City Hall.

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Preston budget/levy discussed By KarenReisner City Administrator Joe Hoffman presented details of the preliminary 2018 budget/levy during the Truth in Taxation portion of the December 4 city council meeting. The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s preliminary budget of $897,186 for 2018 was approved in September. There is a 7.9% ($65,692) increase over 2017. About 2.3% of the increase is due to increases in operating expenses like insurance and wages. The city council is also looking to build on a fund for future capital projects. Included in the 7.9% increase is $46,000 for future capital projects.

Hoffman demonstrated that growth of state aid has not kept up with growth in expenses. In 2004 state aid made up 42% of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s total revenue. For 2018 state aid will only be 26% of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s revenue. The city now needs to rely on the levy for a higher percentage of needed revenue. In 2018 the levy will provide 48% of the revenue for the city. Bond payments have ticked up over time. The Twenty-14 Improvement project has added to annual bond payments. Seventeen percent of the total budget ($334,253) will go to the 2018 bond payments. The formula for city and coun-

ty property taxes is determined as follows: total proposed local budget minus all non-property tax revenue (state aid, fees, etc.) equals property tax revenue/levy needed; assessorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market value times state mandated class rates equals total tax capacity. The property tax revenue/levy needed divided by the total tax capacity equals the property tax rate (tax capacity rate). Dorrie and Don Besse commented on the increases in their commercial property taxes for their detailing and storage businesses. Their comments did not specifically pertain to the budget/levy presentation for the city of Preston. There were no other comments from the public. The final budget and levy will be certified at the December 18 city council meeting. Other business in brief â&#x20AC;˘ Mayor Kurt Reicks reported that the National Trout Center has about $26,000 on hand, which is about $6,000 more than the NTC had on hand at the end of 2016. â&#x20AC;˘ The council approved a contribution of $750 to the South-

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ern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, the same contribution amount made last year. â&#x20AC;˘ The city renewed its hauling contract with S & S Sanitation with a few changes. The new contract runs from January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2022. Tony Severson proposed the 5-year contract with a base rate of $19.80 per month for 2018 and a 1% increase each year thereafter. Upon request, senior citizens (65 and older) will get a $2 discount. â&#x20AC;˘ The 2018 CEDA contract was approved with an increase $857 (3%) or a total of $29,411 for 2018. Cathy Enerson serves the city as EDA director 5 days per month. The contract cost is split two-thirds EDA and one-third Preston Public Utility (PPU). â&#x20AC;˘ Fillmore County Engineer Ron Gregg requested that there be no parking along part of Fillmore St. E (CSAH 12) between the hours of 2-6 a.m. to aid in snow removal. This involves CSAH 12 between the intersection of St. Anthony St. N and Fillmore St. E to the intersection

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of Fillmore St. E and Center St. NE. The county posted signs on this segment (100 block of Fillmore St. E) this fall to prohibit parking from 2-6 a.m. The county has requested that the city pass an ordinance to enforce the no parking. Reicks noted this is a residential area. The availability of off street parking for residents was discussed. As the signs are already up, it was noted that residents have not complained about the restriction. As affected residents should have access to off street parking, Hoffman was directed to draft an ordinance. â&#x20AC;˘ Approval was given for a proposal submitted by Frank Electric to upgrade the lighting in city hall. The proposal is to remove ballasts and use direct wire (120v) LED tubes for energy savings. The total cost is $3,860 with an estimated rebate from Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (SMMPA) of $1,575. The net cost is to be $2,285, which is expected to be paid back through energy savings in just under four years. The cost will be split with PPU.

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Fillmore County Police Reports Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Fillmore County Jason Richard Thomas, 35, Sheriff’s Office Samantha Lynn Demydowich, Red Wing, Minn.; 9/3/2017, 29, Preston, Minn.; 9/13/2017, Driving After Revocation, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. 9/3/2017, Speeding (70/55), Total Fees $130. Samuel James Dickerson, 42, Fine $60. Wykoff, Minn.; 11/2/2017, Ryker John Vander Heiden, Speeding (80/55), Fine $70, 19, Menasha, Wis.; 11/20/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $230. Madelyn D. McGlynn, 22, Total Fees $130. Belleville, Ill.; 10/16/2017, Robert D. Watson, 28, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Dubuque, Iowa; 9/4/2017, Speeding (61/40), Fine $140, Total Fees $150. Jevon Richard Hart, 30, Eyota, Total Fees $260. 9/4/2017, Minn.; 10/30/2017, Speeding No Minnesota Driver’s License, (64/55),beginning Fine $40, Total12/10/2017 Fees Fine $100. week MN State Patrol – Rochester $130. Ryan Maxwell Hess, 22, Maple- Stephane Irene Baechle, 28, wood, Minn.; 11/16/2017, Columbia, Mo.; 11/9/2017, Drive Over/Around Barricades, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Shari Lynn Markows- Gerard William Deziel, 58, ki, 40, Spring Valley, Minn.; Lakeville, Minn.; 11/9/2017, 10/22/2017, Speeding (65/55), Speeding (65/55), Fine $40,

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Total Fees $130. Brandon Paul Groszbach, 26, Rochester, Minn.; 11/10/2017, Speed Exceed in Special Zone Set By Commissioner (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Charles Scott Lennox, 59, Osage, Iowa; 11/1/2017, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Dalyn Keith Litwiller, 22, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/16/2017, Speeding (75/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Preston Police Department Erika Jo Draper, 26, Chatfield, Minn.; 11/18/2017, No Parking Where Posted, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Matthew R. Kollar-Hudson, 31, Sterling, Ill.; 11/18/2017, No Parking Where Posted, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Rushford Police Department Samuel Jerome Boudreau, 20, La Crescent, Minn.; 9/9/2017, Failure to Stop at Stop Sign, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANK YOU - to Dwight Luhmann (Luhmann Law), my family and friends for celebrating my 40 years with the law office in Preston. I truly appreciate the well wishes, cards and gifts. And thanks to my daughter, Jill, for coordinating this event, and everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success in keeping this a surprise. I am blessed. Thank you! Beverly Hagedorn t11-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We would like to send a big heartfelt thanks to the Lanesboro Ice Fishing Memorial Committee for all their efforts to create a beautiful memorial for our treasured sons, Andy, Blake and Matt, who were taken from us in January 2014. This memorial means the world to us and our families. We cannot express our gratitude and sincere thankfulness to be part of such a gracious community where good people like all of you take time to volunteer and devote so much time to create a beautiful site in their honor. We are forever grateful. Erik & Laurie Overland & family Allan & Linda Kingsbury & family Steven & Deborah Erickson & family t11-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANK YOU FOR celebrating my birthday at the B&B. Jean Grant t11-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD

$129,900 #4073199

â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial buildingNEW withLISTING great visibility in downtown Chatfield â&#x20AC;˘ 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for retail/office space â&#x20AC;˘ Large display window â&#x20AC;˘ Renovated handicap bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ New commercial grade carpet â&#x20AC;˘ Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor â&#x20AC;˘ Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments

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82 ACRES ON THE ROOT RIVER

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

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$399,900 2157 MARGARET ST NE, CHATFIELD #4083455 â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 1998 â&#x20AC;˘ Walkout â&#x20AC;˘ 5,751 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood floors â&#x20AC;˘ All new carpet â&#x20AC;˘ Double staircase â&#x20AC;˘ Paneled doors â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Story great room w/gas fireplace â&#x20AC;˘ Master suite w/vaulted ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Jacuzzi & new shower â&#x20AC;˘ Private/Wooded cul-de-sac location â&#x20AC;˘ Close to School

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$289,900 800 VIKING AVE S, LANESBORO #4083458

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bath â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ 3,442 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Plus bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Car Garage â&#x20AC;˘ Built 1990 â&#x20AC;˘ 1999 â&#x20AC;˘ Open layout â&#x20AC;˘ Custom trim â&#x20AC;˘ Fireplace â&#x20AC;˘ 2,143 sq. ft. on one floor â&#x20AC;˘ No steps â&#x20AC;˘ Handicap Accessible â&#x20AC;˘ Finished lower level w/extra kitchen â&#x20AC;˘ Deck â&#x20AC;˘ 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 27â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Workshop â&#x20AC;˘ 54â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 54â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Barn/Shed with box/tie stalls â&#x20AC;˘ Guest house (1996) 1 bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 car garage â&#x20AC;˘ 36 tillable acres â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent hunting with +/- 20 wooded acres â&#x20AC;˘ Very private setting in town on city utilities â&#x20AC;˘ Awesome horse setup â&#x20AC;˘ +/- 1620 ft North Branch Root River 1919 CRAFTSMAN CHARMER

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â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ Stucco exterior â&#x20AC;˘ Built-ins â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood floors â&#x20AC;˘ 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Leaded windows â&#x20AC;˘ Enclosed porch â&#x20AC;˘ Patio â&#x20AC;˘ Storage shed â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Full basement â&#x20AC;˘ 2,055 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Add your cosmetic touches â&#x20AC;˘ Downtown location

632 FILLMORE ST E, PRESTON

98 CEDAR ST, FOUNTAIN

$79,900 #4084059

â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ Garage â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Lots on the corner â&#x20AC;˘ Everything updated in 1992 â&#x20AC;˘ Affordable â&#x20AC;˘ Updated windows, roof & garage door â&#x20AC;˘ Gas $29 â&#x20AC;˘ Electric $105 â&#x20AC;˘ Water/Sewer $53 â&#x20AC;˘ Garbage $19 â&#x20AC;˘ Move-in condition â&#x20AC;˘ Start here

100 GOLD ST N, WYKOFF

$149,900

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â&#x20AC;˘ Totally renovated building â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial kitchen â&#x20AC;˘ Pizza ovens â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Dining areas â&#x20AC;˘ Finished LL â&#x20AC;˘ Operating as Bank Gift Haus & Margaretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tea Room â&#x20AC;˘ Professional rental office with separate access

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301 FILLMORE ST W, PRESTON

224 PROSPECT ST SE, CHATFIELD

$189,900

1.56 ACRES

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453 AVE C NE, CHATFIELD

$177,500

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â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car Garage â&#x20AC;˘ 0.43 Acres â&#x20AC;˘ Open layout â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Metal roof â&#x20AC;˘ Updated kitchen â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood floors â&#x20AC;˘ Patio â&#x20AC;˘ Crown molding â&#x20AC;˘ Vinyl Siding â&#x20AC;˘ Replacement windows â&#x20AC;˘ Close to Root River Bike Trail and bus stop

CHATFIELD - Level lot (0.16 acre) ready to be built on located in an established neighborhood along a dead end street across from City Park. #4084421 $19,900 FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Large level lot (132â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 300â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900 FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8.5 acre building site with a couple acres of tillable located off the county road high on the hill overlooking the valley. #4077950 $99,000 $89,900 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 acres of woods with approximately 400â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #4076539 $49,900

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LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wooded 5 acre building site with an amazing view. Additional land available. $119,900 $109,900 LANESBORO - CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Approximately 20 acre building site located along the blacktop. Great view, adjacent to state land, trails, 5 acres tillable with balance wooded. $195,000 $165,000 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $84,900 $79,900 WYKOFF â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Farm in Jordan Township â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $474,900 - PRICED REDUCED - $417,000

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

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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

720 N BROADWAY SPRING VALLEY • $136,000

803 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $249,000

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409 HILLCREST ST. E.

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$89,900

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529 1ST ST

FOUNTAIN

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$179,900

200 RIDGEVIEW LANE

LANESBORO

SOLD!

Breathtaking views of scenic Lanesboro Dam and bluffs • 3 bedroom • 2 baths • Formal living room • Dining room • Family room • 3-season porch • Large patio area • Fireplace • Retaining walls • 2 car attached garage • Brick exterior

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

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Results $215,000

408 S BROADWAY SPRING VALLEY • $49,900

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528 N BROADWAY AVE SPRING VALLEY • $84,000 Affordable 3 bedroom 2 bath home that has been updated and remodeled. New shingles on the garage, updated windows on the house, hardwood floors, all appliances included, leaded glass windows, French Door, original woodwork and open staircase. You’ll fall in love with the 3 season front porch and large deck off the back of the house. The 2 car detached garage has a work bench that is included. Owning this property is cheaper than paying rent!

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

202 RIDGEVIEW LANE

LANESBORO

Spectacular views • Large ranch • Master suite w/jetted tub • Walk-in closet • Main ﬂoor laundry • Formal living room and dining room • Remodeled kitchen • 4 bath • Lower level is currently set up as a mother-in-law apartment • Completely remodeled and updated • 1/2 acre lot • Wildlife • Large deck

$39,900

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

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

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Condo • 2 bedrooms • 2 baths • Open living, Dining and 1-level living • 1-owner • Open living and dining room Kitchen • Large master with 2 w/in closets • Attached • Screened-in porch • 2 bedrooms • 2 baths • d/o • 2 car garage attached garage • New roof • 2 stroage sheds • Large quiet ING LIST $35,000 NEW 101 CEDAR ST lot • Beautiful views NEW

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$114,900

IN LIST

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22051 COUNTY 20 PRESTON • $65,000

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

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

Todd Hadoff

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

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

Exceptionally meticulous 4 bdrm, 2 bath walk out ranch home located in desirable location on cul-de-sac drive. You’ll fall in love with the updated kitchen w/ granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, deck and patio area made out of brick pavers. Impressive exterior with extensive landscaping and perennial garden area. Beautiful deck that overlooks the back yard. Updated paint colors, extra amenities and ready for new occupants. Just move right in and enjoy.

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112 GOLD ST.

WYKOFF

$247,500

4820 WINTERGREEN LANE NW ROCHESTER

SOLD!

1-level living • In-ﬂoor heat • Ideal northwest location • Sun room • Remodeled baths • Gas ﬁreplace

ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE

FORESTVILLE STATE PARK

$59,900

2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, ﬁshing, camping • Private • Ideal for house or cabin

1-level living • 2 bedrooms • Full bath • Laundry • Large living room 27583 DEEP RIVER ROAD $630,000 • Formal dining room • Updated kitchen • Enclosed porch • Updated LANESBORO electrical • Newer water heater and roof • Newer ﬂooring and repainted • Owning is cheaper than renting! 140-acre farm • Approximately 63 acres tillable • Approximately 20 acres pasture ground • Building site with outbuildings • Woods • 1920 sq.ft. pole shed • Old barn • Ideal spot to build on

MOVING? List your property with Todd!

385 HILLSIDE ST. SE CHATFIELD

$40,500

Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to golf course • Open to builders • City Utilities

Commercial Opportunities $135,000

Spud Boy Diner

105 PARKWAY AVE LANESBORO

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

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

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366 Main St N, Chatﬁeld

15680 County 9, Preston

308 Main St W. Preston

106 E Prairie, Mabel

405 Hillside Drive, Preston

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

Wonderful character • Hard surface road • 2 car garage • 30x60 shed plus barn • Fenced pasture • $114,900

Immediate possession! • Fresh paint • New ﬂoors • Updated kitchen • 3 bed, 2 bath • $95,000

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

Main ﬂoor living • 3 bed, 2 bath • 2 car garage • $75,000

SOLD

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709 Park St., Chester, IA

3 bed, 2 bath • 2 car garage plus 44x80 shed • Pond & pasture • $135,000 CED! REDU

Well-established and professionally run restaurant located in the heart of downtown with local and tourist service area. Lunch & dinner menu. Open 11-8pm, 6 days a week. $179,900

HISTORIC B & B

For someone who enjoys people from around the world and guests ranging from private parties to corporate retreats. An outstanding property offering an exceptional experience. $545,000

COMMERICIAL LOCATION OFFERING

Real Estate - 2,448 sq ft main level with 1 bedroom apartment, plus walk-up unﬁnished attic and full basement. 23x120 ft lot. Equipment included for full restaurant and bar service. $115,000

314 West St., Lime Springs, IA

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

COMMERCIAL/RETAIL SPACE

Built in 1905, 2,976 sq ft space. Tastefully renovated, the modern, rustic design and ready to move into. Many updates, including major electrical. Green space in back with on and off-street parking.

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SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIANS needed at Fillmore Central Schools. Application available online at www.fillmorecentral. k12.mn.us or from any school office. Send completed application to Heath Olstad, Principal, Fillmore Central Schools, PO Box 599, Harmony, MN 55939. Fillmore Central ISD #2198 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. h11,18-o HELP WANTED: Home health care in my Rushford home. Patient is complete care, lightweight, cognitively aware. CNA training preferred. Part-time, every other weekend, nights. $12.75/hour. Accra Care Agency. Please call 920-3444376. h11,18,25-o Do you want a job serving others in your community? This position is a Part-time Site Manager for noon meal program in Rushford. Mon - Fri. Approx. 2 Â˝ to 3 hours per day. Paid Holidays. For more information and application, visit www.semcac. org or contact Semcac Senior Nutrition, PO Box 549, Rushford, MN 55971, and (507) 864-8231. Applications must be postmarked by Wed, December 20, 2017, EOE. h11,18-o

AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING Get FAA certification to work for airlines. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Housing assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-686-1704 (NANI)

FULL TIME TRAVELING OPPORTUNITY Includes meal allowance, paid lodging, health/dental, 401(k) & Paid Time Off. 60-80 hours/week, $13-$15/hour starting wages. Railroad Vegetation Control. Position starts January 2018. RAW, Inc. in Cooperstown, ND. 888/700.0292 www.rawapplicators.com info@rawapplicators.com (MCAN)

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FILLMORE COUNTY DAC is seeking candidates to work with individuals with disabilities Monday - Friday Daytime hours Must have valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license Generous paid time off Life insurance Competitive Wages

Join our great team! For inquiries and application, call 507-765-3378, or go to our website: www.fillmorecountydac.com for an application.

Chosen Valley Senior Living Life Enrichment Assistant Seeking outgoing person to join the Life Enrichment Activity Department team. Would assist in planning, organizing and carrying out therapeutic activities; providing mental stimulation, promote physical activity and strengthening, cognitive/emotional, spiritual health in large, small group and 1:1 setting. This is a part-time position (30 hours a 2 week pay period) with a four hour shift approximately every third weekend. Resumes/applications accepted until position ďŹ lled. Musical abilities a plus! Generous, ďŹ&#x201A;exible PTO

Or O.O. or Indpendent contractor with your own authority

Contact Bill or Stacy at 507-867-3286.

ETHANOL PRODUCTS in Harmony is looking for ofďŹ ce cleaning help, one time per week, approximately 2-3 hours. Option of hours M-F, 8am-5pm or Saturday morning.

If interested, please call 507-886-2622 to make an appointment to stop in!

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

RN/LPN Full-time

Position Available

Day/Evening Shift SIGN-ON BONUS

SIGN-ON Full-time, seasonal, hourly position located in the Rushford office. Applicant

Full job description and application can be found at www.semcac.org or by contacting Barb Thompson at barb.thompson@semcac.org or 507-864-8202. Applications must be received by December 18, 2017. EOE

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

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

125 5th Ave SE, Spring Grove MN 55974

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

CNA

Part-time and Full-time Days Full-time Evenings $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

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

Contact Tanya or Joyce

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

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You can make a difference!

www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com or call Kate in the Life Enrichment Department at (507)-867-2721 EOE/AA

must be detail orientated, a team player, and willing to help others. Must have good computer and math skills. Prefer office and/or Human Services SIGN-ON experience. Wage based on educationBONUS and experience. Semcac offers a competitive benefit package, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

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

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15....7:30PM SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16....4PM & 7:30PM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17....4PM & 7:30PM BRING YOUR OWN BUCKET FOR POPCORN EVERYDAY & SAVE! WWW JEMMOVIES COM s 507-886-7469

AUCTION CALENDAR Sat., Dec. 9 at 9am - Farm toys, Nascar items, household items, collectibles, and much more! For more information call Spring Valley Sales, 507-346-2183. Listing in the Journal Mon., Dec. 11 at Noon - Hay, straw, corn stalks sale. For more information call Gehling Auction Co., 507-765-2131. Listing in the Journal Thurs., Dec. 14 at 9am - Tractors, combines, heads, planters, drills, tillage equipment, hay & forage equipment, vehicles and farm related items. For more information call Gehling Auction Co., 507-765-2131. Listing in the Journal Thurs., Dec. 14 at 9:30am - Tractors, collector tractors & equipment, trucks & trailers, new skid loader attachments and much more! For more information call Gehling Auction Co., 507-7652131. Listing in the Journal

ONLINE AUCTIONS Starts closing Tues., December 12- Tractors, vehicles, trailers, skid loader attachments, guns, antiques, collectibles and much more! For more information, contact Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Co., 507-259-7502. Listing in the

Journal

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Must have Class A license and 2+ years OTR experience. Out 2-5 days. Home weekly. Company drivers = full beneďŹ ts. Make $82,000 - $111,000

Semcacâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Energy Assistance Program is hiring a BONUS CASE WORKER to SIGN-ON process Energy Assistance applications.

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

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EMPLOYMENT

KMS PUBLIC SCHOOLS seeking FT long-term substitute School Social Worker beginning March 2018. Qualifications: current Minnesota School Social Worker licensure. Apply: www.kms.k12.mn.us. Attach: interest letter, resume, transcripts, license, three recommendation letters. (MCAN)

25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW! Earn $1000 per week! Paid CDL Training! STEVENS TRANSPORT COVERS ALL COSTS! 1-877-2091309 drive4stevens.com (NANI)

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Substitute and Part-time Bus Drivers needed for Semcac Transportation. Must have a Class â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? CDL with passenger endorsement. For more information and application go to www.semcac.org or contact Barb Thompson (507) 864-8202 or barb. thompson@semcac.org. Application deadline is 12/31/17. EOE. h23TFN-o

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

Full-time Day/Evening CNA

6am-2:15pm & 2:15-10:30pm positions available Thinking about a career as a CertiďŹ ed Nursing Assistant (CNA)? We can help launch your career! Paid training and paid while you are training! Contact: Sue Lenz, DON (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73377 or Deb Johnson, OfďŹ ce Manager, Ext: 73372

or apply online:

www.gundersenharmonycarecenter.org

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

Starts closing Wed., Dec. 13 - Heavy haul road tractors, lowboy, trucks, and misc. For more information, contact Zenke Auction & Realty, 507-429-9999. Listing in the Journal

PUBLIC NOTICES notice amherst township Notice is given to residents of a meeting for Amherst Township on December 12, 2017, at 8:00 p.m. Kelly Eide, Clerk Publish 11 meeting notice Bristol township Notice to residents of Bristol Township that the December 2017 meeting is changed to Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at the Bristol Township Hall. Eunice Biel Bristol Township Clerk Publish 11

FOR RENT OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn-x Lovely, spacious, clean, recently carpeted & updated 1 bedroom, upper duplex, 2 blocks from Albert Leaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hospital. Enclosed porch, foyer, decorative staircase, eat-in kitchen w/pantry, full bath, large closets. Heat, water, garbage removal included. $495.00 a month. Good references & deposit required. No pets or no smoking. 507-373-4447 for appointment. r11-x UPSTAIRS APARTMENT for rent in Peterson. No smoking, no pets. Applicants will be screened. Call 507-875-2643. r11TFN RURAL CHATFIELD - 3+ bed, 3 bath, 3 car garage, handicap friendly, workshop, barn. References required. $1,200/month plus utilities. Call Tim, 507-259-9110. r30TFN-o

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Fillmore Central

December 2017

Falcon News

Fire Poster Winners

Front (L-R) Slade Johnson, Grant Daniels, Parker Krage, Braelyn Hovey, Taylor Hovey Back (L-R) Erik Topness, Landon Sethre, Brody Niemeyer, Lyndinn Dyreson, Katelyn Scheevel

Congratulations to the winners of the spelling bee! 1st - Amanda Vrieze; 2nd Olivia Sethre; 3rd - Lilly Powell. Amanda and Olivia will represent FCHS at the district spelling bee held in Rochester in February.

Kindergarten made gingerbread houses after learning that it is a popular Christmas treat in Germany. We are currently learning about how holidays are celebrated around the world. Front (L-R) Audra Otto, Hannah Hjelmeland, Grace Kingsley, Liberty Kingsley Back (L-R) Teayha Toney, Avalon Timmerman, Brody Srsen, Lillyan Kiehne and James Skaalen *MIssing - Brennah Schriever

Thank you to those that donated during the Fillmore Central Elementary Food Drive! Your generosity helped contribute 500 lb of food to the Fillmore County Food Shelf.

Mrs. Keith's 2nd grade class made Native American homes called a wetu. They were homes of the Wampanoag tribe.

ADULT ENRICHMENT Teachers learned about Virtual Reality and Google Expeditions. They learned how the devices work and how to use them to enhance learning to make topics come to life. We have a classroom set to engage all students at once on a virtual field trip or lesson. It is a fascinating opportunity.

Congratulations to Brady Ristau and Ashley Miner Fillmore Central's AAA Award Winners

Adult Soccer League is every Sunday starting at 4 p.m. in the Fillmore Central Elementary Gym. When JO Volleyball has the gyms, soccer will start a little later. $3.00 per week or $30 for the season. Adult Volleyball League is every Tuesday from 7-9p.m. in the Fillmore Central Elementary School Gym, Preston. Adult Basketball League is Wednesday nights starting November 8th from 6:30-9:00 p.m. in Fillmore Central Elementary Gym. $3.00 per week or $30 for the season. Hall Walking at Fillmore Central Elementary – The public is free to use the Fillmore Central Elementary hallways for walking before and after school on days school is in session. Please bring walking shoes to avoid tracking up the floors. Hall walking hours are from 7-7:30 a.m. and 3:15-6 p.m. M-F when school is in session. You will need to arrive prior to 4 p.m. to get access to check into the building with one of the following offices; Community Ed, District or Elementary Office. Hall walking is FREE!

Purpose of Program • To recognize and honor high school seniors who have excelled in the classroom, on the athletic field, and in the fine arts. • To elevate academic standards and create greater awareness of League-sponsored activities and their values. • To provide member schools of the League with the opportunity to participate in a statewide program that supports, promotes, and recognizes academic and extra-curricular achievements.

Congratulations to Madison Scheevel on being selected as Fillmore Central's ExCEL Award Winner! ExCEL - Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership – is a unique recognition program designed exclusively for Minnesota high school juniors who are active in school activities, who show leadership qualities, and who work voluntarily in their community.

Check out our Fillmore Central Facebook Page for more school news! www.facebook.com/isd2198

For upcoming activity schedules go to www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us

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