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Fundraisers are a great way for people to get together and have fun while helping others out. Emily Torgrimson has found a unique way to give back to others, all while having a great time, meeting new people, and eating great home cooked food. Torgrimson, who graduated from Fillmore Central High School in 2002, was living at a cooperative house in Boston when Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans. She was looking through a recipe book and saw a recipe for jambalaya, and wondered if people would pay to come and eat for hurricane relief. They decided not just to

have a dinner for people, but to make it a party as well. They invited many friends, who had a great time and helped raise money to help victims of Hurricane Katrina. From there, Eat for Equity was born. They began to have more dinners at their home, and to help other organizations they believed in. Those organizations involve the environment, health, education, and many other issues addressing inequity. The Boston area was very supportive of the Eat for Equity dinners. When Torgrimson moved to the Twin Cities area, she decided to give it a try there. She is currently attended graduate school at the University of

Minnesota for Public Health. “I’m interested in food access,” she said. “How do you create an environment with access to healthy foods that are also affordable?” For the last four years, Torgrimson and a group of volunteers have had more than 50 Eat for Equity dinners in the Twin Cities area. They ask the people that come to pay $10$20 for a meal, but they take whatever people can give. “It’s a real community-driven approach to giving,” said Torgrimson. “We have a big themed meal around a cause that’s nominated by the people who come to Eat for Equity.” See TORGRIMSON Page 10 

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Preston details 2012 budget/levy By K aren R eisner kreisner@fillmorecountyjournal.com

City Administrator Joe Hoffman summarized the details of the 2012 budget/levy at the council’s December 6 meeting. This time for public comment required by state law before the final budget and levy is adopted was unattended by the public. The final budget and levy will be voted on at the council’s December 19 meeting. Hoffman noted the city managed to keep the levy relatively

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member Ceil Allen expressed thanks to all of the organizations and volunteers who make the event possible. In addition to the carnival, a reminder was given about the other activities happening that day, including the Lion’s breakfast. During the library report, council member Ceil Allen reported that the library would be closing on January 1, 2012, for about fifteen days for renovations to be completed. Allen also recognized the Lanesboro School for having students volunteer to contribute artwork for the project. Following the library report, the board approved motions to pay outstanding bills and approved 2012 liquor licenses to Lanesboro businesses including the Root River Saloon, the Parkway Pub, the American

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flat from 2011 (a decrease of 0.04 percent or $270 less than 2011). The total levy for 2012 will be $653,229. The tax levy is 43 percent of the city’s revenue, with state aid providing 32 percent of the revenue. Other revenue comes from police and fire (12 percent), tourism/park (6 percent) and other sources including fees and licenses (7 percent). The city’s expenses include the general fund (29 percent), police (16 percent), fire (six percent), See PRESTON Page 9 

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Fillmore County police departments will chill out drunk drivers during increased enforcement in December [Fillmore COUNTY], Minn. — Local law enforcement agencies will increase DWI patrols as part of a statewide DWI enforcement effort in December to combat the potentially deadly and dangerous holiday celebration period. During Minnesota Decembers, 2008–2010, there were 89 traffic deaths and 24 were alcohol-related. In Fillmore County during 2008–2010, alcohol-related crashes accounted for [7] deaths and [17] serious injuries. During the same

period, [280] were arrested for DWI. There was an average of 170 alcohol-related traffic deaths annually during the last five years in Minnesota — accounting for onethird of all state’s total road deaths annually. Alcohol-related deaths have been declining in recent years — in 2010, there were 131 alcohol-related deaths, the fewest on record. [Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office] says enhanced enforcement campaigns have helped to prevent these tragedies. Each year, more

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than 30,000 people are arrested for DWI; one in seven Minnesota drivers has a DWI on record. The campaign is coordinated by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety. Around 400 Minnesota law enforcement agencies will participate in the effort to identify and arrest impaired drivers, and encourage motorists to make safe decisions. Participating agencies in [Fillmore County] are: [Chatfield Police Dept, Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office and Preston Police Dept]. “The holidays are a time for celebrating. They are not a time to throw common sense and safe driving choices out the window,” says [Sheriff Daryl Jensen]. “Avoid the potentially deadly consequences of driving impaired, as well as the heavy costs and personal grief of a DWI — plan for a safe and sober ride.” A DWI offense can result in loss of license for up to a year, thousands in costs and possible jail time. Stronger DWI sanctions are in effect for all repeat DWI offenders, as well as for motorists arrested for a first-time DWI with a 0.16 and above alcohol-concentration level. Under these sanctions, DWI offenders must use ignition interlock for at least a year or face at least one year without driving privileges. Interlock requires a

driver to provide a breath sample under 0.02 for the vehicle to start. Safety officials say interlock ensures DWI offenders are driving legally and safely. Potential participants of program can learn more at www. minnesotaignitioninterlock.org. [Sheriff Daryl Jensen] reminds [Fillmore County] motorists to plan ahead for a safe ride home before celebrating: designate a sober driver, take a cab or public transportation, spend the night at the location of the celebration. [Sheriff Jensen] adds that families should let their loved ones know that they are willing and available to offer a safe ride at anytime if needed. “Receiving a phone call at 3 a.m. from a family member is a lot better than receiving a knock on the door from a police officer/trooper/ deputy,” says [Sheriff Jensen].

[Sheriff Jensen] adds that motorists should report impaired driving — call 911 when witnessing impaired driving behavior. Witnesses must be prepared to provide location, license plate and observed dangerous behavior. The DWI enforcement and education effort is funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is a component of the state’s Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) traffic safety program. A primary vision of the TZD program is to create a safe driving culture in Minnesota in which motorists support a goal of zero road fatalities by practicing and promoting safe and smart driving behavior. TZD focuses on the application of four strategic areas to reduce crashes — education, enforcement, engineering and emergency trauma response.

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C ommentary Investment in America’s infrastructure One path to a better future By Karen Reisner Let’s face it, America has been short changing its future by falling behind in the development of necessary, innovative, modern infrastructure and the maintenance of existing infrastructure. According to a recent CNN Karen Reisner documentary, America invests less than two percent of its gross national product (GNP) on its infrastructure. Some of our infrastructure is crumbling and we are failing to compete with other industrialized nations in the creation of modern transportation systems to relieve traffic congestion. Deteriorating and out of date infrastructure is a safety issue, slows progress, and fails to attract business, reducing the country’s ability to compete globally. Putting off investment in infrastructure is not a reasonable option. Delay in catching up will only increase costs; costs to citizens, businesses and the eventual financing of infrastructure projects. Money spent on necessary maintenance will limit expensive reconstruction costs down the road. Incentives for public-private partnerships are needed. A public-private partnership (P3) is an agreement between a private entity and a public sector entity for the financing of transportation projects. There are P3 contractual agreements in fourteen states. Infrastructure is one area where we can’t afford to cut spending, instead spending needs to be increased in a responsible way. Editorial Cartoon

I last wrote about restoring the American Dream. A long term innovative plan to build and maintain infrastructure is an important ingredient to the restoration of the American Dream and American exceptionalism. We don’t have time for costly Washington gridlock. BAF Ed Fund Past and present elected officials that together want to build a better America have joined an organization, Building America’s Future Educational Fund (BAF Ed Fund). The organization was founded and is co-chaired by former governor Ed Rendell (D) Pennsylvania, former governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (R) California, and current New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg (I). Their focus is on “economic growth and global competitiveness, job creation, and environmental sustainability.” Their definition of infrastructure includes roads, bridges, water and sewer, energy systems, trains, ports, airports, dams, schools, and housing. Their method of reaching their goal is through the education of public officials. The intent is to create a forward thinking policy in the building of infrastructure to sustain the environment, lower carbon emissions and to reduce the dependence on foreign oil. It is a fact the United State sis falling behind. The BAF Ed Fund released a report in August of this year, “Falling Apart and Falling Behind.” They list areas where the U.S. is falling behind: none of the top ten ports in the world are in the U.S. today; our infrastructure is ranked fifteenth in the world as of 2005 by the World Economic Forum; the U.S. has the worst air traffic congestion; with 15,000 miles

of high-speed rail in the world today, none is in the U.S.; and “the U.S. is one of the only leading nations without a national plan for public-private partnerships for infrastructure projects or a National Infrastructure Bank to finance large-scale projects and leverage private capital.” The purpose of the establishment of the Bank as an independent entity, in part, would be to attract private investment for specific projects. It would be tasked with weeding out projects that are less likely to provide the greatest returns to society and long term economic benefits. BAF emphasizes the long term strategy needs to be based on economic interests rather than politics. Rendell says it is time for the country “to commit to a long term infrastructure revitalization plan that invests $200 billion a year.” He believes millions of American jobs could be created with investments in transportation, water and waste water systems, the electric grid, and broadband. He recently stated, “If America stops investing in infrastructure, we are destined to become a second-rate power.” He believes a $1 billion investment in infrastructure produces 30,000 jobs. State and local officials can join BAF at the BAF Ed Fund website. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood (R-Illinois) declares, “It’s been proven time after time, investments in our national infrastructure create jobs and opportunities. Americans can and must build great things -- not just in spite of enormous economic challenges but also as the means of overcoming them.”

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Ethanol not the solution By Mel Haugstad Thank you Eunice for your recent pro-ethanol article in yesterday’s journal. I did not know how good ethanol was for me until you told me. I see that the Biel agricultural operation covers 562 acres in Bristol township. Robert Biel is your husband, Mel Haugstad and I have learned that you grow a lot of corn, thus benefitting big-time financially from all of that ethanol tax that us commoners have had to pay, both to the state and federal governments. Since my tax money for ethanol has been used for so many worthwhile government projects, like corn support prices, that might be OK. Your farmland drains into the Iowa River Watershed so your runoff with your fertilizers and pesticides mixed in do not affect me. I do not fish in the Iowa River. And your runoff is not entering our trout streams either or polluting wells in the Whitewater area, like we know has happened in so many places. But I wish you would stop promoting corn-based ethanol in your articles because indirectly you then are promoting contamination of our trout streams. My teeth really start gnashing when knowing that Midwest corn production has created a 70-mile

Government this week • Monday, Dec. 12, Chatfield City Council, Chatfield City Hall, 7:00 p.m. • Monday, Dec. 12, Rushford City Council, Rushford City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, Dec. 12, Spring Valley City Council, Spring Valley City Hall, 6:00 p.m. • Monday, Dec. 12, Houston City Council, City Hall, 7:30 p.m. • Monday, Dec. 12, Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7:00 p.m. • Tuesday, Dec. 13, Harmony City Council, Harmony City Hall, 7:00 p.m. • Tuesday, Dec. 13, Fillmore County Commissioners, Fillmore County Courthouse, 9:00 a.m. • Wednesday, Dec. 14, Mabel City Council, Mabel City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Wednesday, Dec. 14, Peterson City Council, Peterson City Hall, 5:00 p.m. • Monday, Dec. 19, Kingsland School Board, 7:00 p.m. • Monday, Dec. 19, RushfordPeterson School Board, Rushford Computer Room, 6:30 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

dead zone in the Gulf at the mouth of the Mississippi River. That’s near my winter-spring wadefishing waters. Nitrogen runoff from Ag fields in the Midwest has depleted the oxygen supply there, which was documented in the U MN Troubled Waters documentary film, involving seven years of research and peer-reviewed by many of the top scientists in the nation. But, last September, Big Ag successfully stopped the showing of that film for a while to keep the public from learning the truth about the bad effects of corn-based ethanol in our environment. It’s a good thing that I ran that film on the Gulf Shores Forum so down there they learned who is permanently destroying their waters. Oil consuming bacteria have pretty much consumed that big oil spill but that Midwest, agrelated dead zone is still there. Finally, I must ask you if it’s good for me to ruin my small engines, outboard motor and old pickup engine with that 10 percent ethanol blend fuel that I am forced to buy here. Should I have to pay taxes (subsidies) for the privilege of wrecking my equipment? Thankfully, a good mechanic here let me know about the cause of my equipment problems and told me where I could buy some good ethanol-free gas. Maybe my days of wade-fishing are over due to my severe cancer but hopefully what I have said will help save someone else’s fishing or small engines. Mel Haugstad Fisheries Biologist/ Fisheries Manager (retired) Director, MN Trout Association Technical Advisor, National Trout Center

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Legion Post #40, Old Village Hall, the Lanesboro Golf Club, Smoky River BBQ, Pedal Pushers, Commonweal Theatre, Riverside on the Root, and the Lanesboro Food Shop. The board also reviewed a 2012 preliminary budget and levy plan. As the holidays approach, Vickerman clarified special hours for the city office. Friday, December 23 and Friday, December 30 the city office closes at noon. Also, the office will be closed the Mondays

following Christmas and New Years. The board also brought up a reminder of the city’s pet ordinance. Pet owners are reminded that the ordinance states that pets are not allowed in the park and should not be unleashed in town. City officials stressed that this policy will be enforced. The board also discussed the dam bonding agreement with the Department of Natural Resources. The DNR is offering a 50 percent match for the funds of the project. In 2012, the DNR is expecting to pursue another $450,000.00 dollars which will total $900,000.00 in

State awards grants to build local capacity for addressing health hazards in homes

The Minnesota Department of Health has awarded grants totaling $250,000 to seven local health agencies to develop and implement programs that address health hazards frequently found in homes; hazards such as lead, radon and other indoor air pollutants, including tobacco smoke and carbon monoxide, fire safety risks and others. The grants will fund local efforts that are designed to encourage prevention activities, provide guidance and support to individuals exposed to lead, asthma triggers and other unhealthy conditions within their homes. The grantees will be required to: •Complete a strategic planning and needs assessment process. •Pilot home assessments and education methods. •Provide training to local health and housing organizations to better identify health threats in housing. Most local health agencies in Minnesota already participate in lead poisoning prevention programs for people living in homes most likely to have lead hazards. This project builds on that foundation to address other health hazards in homes. “What we’ve found over the years is that the same homes that have lead hazards often also have other environmental hazards that expose their occupants to health risks that are largely preventable,” said Dan Symonik, program supervisor. “This project seeks to address those hazards in a one-stop-shop kind of way so that intervention or prevention

can happen sooner rather than later - and health outcomes can be improved.” The grant activities will target high-risk populations, which include children under age six, low-income and minority populations, the elderly, and parts of the state with a known high prevalence of radon or older housing stock with lead hazards. As part of the strategic planning and capacity-building requirements of the grants, local agencies will establish healthy homes networks in their communities. The networks will meet regularly and will consist of professional staff working for health and housing organizations; community members at large; members of volunteer and professional organizations representing business, community and faith-based interests. The networks will collaborate on resources, identify opportunities for training, education, advocacy and prevention and build local capacity to improve children’s home environments by ensuring that all the agencies working with a family coordinate their efforts to meet a common goal: healthy people in healthy homes. The grantees also will be required to conduct a certain number of home health assessments during the project’s anticipated three-year period. MDH estimates the project will support approximately 700 home assessments by grantees over the three-year period. Once health

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financial aid for the project. Finally, at the end of the regular meeting, the city council agreed to provide snow removal in conjunction with the Minnesota Department of Transportation for the business areas located on Highway 250, which intersects with County Road 8 and Coffee Street. Following the adjournment of the regular monthly meeting, the city council met with the Lanesboro Public Utilities for a joint meeting to work on a joint capital planning strategy for city projects such as the dam project. and safety issues have been identified, grantees must provide educational materials, resources such as carbon monoxide detectors or radon testing kits, or programs such as smoking cessation that can help the family in addressing their particular health and safety concerns. A primary focus of the home health assessments will be working with licensed in-home child care providers to conduct leadhazard assessments. Finally, all grantees will be working with local building code officials on how to incorporate healthy homes assessment tools into their inspection practices. Some of the grantees will be working with owners or operators of local multi-unit housing to implement smoke-free policies. Others will be focusing on community engagement and education activities such as participating in community events or working with schools to bring healthy homes concepts into the classroom so children can bring the messages home. Agencies applied for either $25,000 or $50,000 grants, depending on the scope of the work they chose to do. Grants of $50,000 each were awarded to: •City of Bloomington. •Meeker, McLeod, Sibley Community Health Board. •Southwest Health and Human Services (a multi-county collaboration serving the southwest corner of the state). Grants of $25,000 were awarded to: •Pope County. •Rice County. •City of Minneapolis. •St. Paul/Ramsey County. Agencies will be required to provide matching funds of at least 25 percent of their grant amount. The department’s funding for the grants comes through a federal Healthy Homes and Lead Poisoning Prevention Grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The capacity established by the local grants will help MDH implement its statewide healthy homes initiative, with the goal of promoting healthy housing for all Minnesotans. A healthy home is considered to be one that is clean, safe, well-maintained, dry, pest-free, ventilated, and contaminant free. Additional information is available on the MDH Healthy Homes website: http:// www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/ homes.

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Obituaries Carroll Bernard Carroll Bernard, 54, of Chatfield, died December 2, 2011, at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield where he had resided for two weeks and two days. Carroll Richard Bernard was born in Rochester on July 3, 1957, to Melvin and Rosella (Kelly) Bernard. He graduated from Chosen Valley High School in 1975. After graduating from High School, he worked for the Holiday Inn South in Rochester. On April 21, 1979, he married Susan Kester at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Chatfield. He was a lifelong resident of Chatfield. Carroll was currently employed by Sutherland Fence where he had worked for over 20 years. Carroll enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, riding his Harley and traveling with his wife Susan. Survivors include his wife Susan of Chatfield; two daughters, Shelby (Nate) Remme of Chatfield and Jessica (Daren) Sirek of Madison, Wisconsin; four grandchildren, his mother, Rosella Bernard of Chatfield, three brothers, Tom (Sonja) Bernard of Duluth, GA; Chuck (Rosie) Bernard, and Jeff Bernard both from Mankato, and one sister, Pat (Chuck) Kinch of St. Michaels, MN. Carroll was preceded in death by his father, Melvin Bernard. A memorial service for Carroll Bernard was Monday, December 5, 2011, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Patrick Arens officiating. Burial was at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Riley Funeral Home of Chatfield handled the arrangements.

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Lutheran Church and confirmed at Garness Trinity. Deloris attended Choice and Newburg schools and graduated from Mabel High School in 1944. She and her sister, Elsie, worked in La Crosse at Gundersen Lutheran Hospital. Deloris returned to Mabel where she was employed as a bookkeeper for Mabel Produce and lived at the Mabel Hotel with Lorraine (Benson) Peterson. On February 16, 1946, she was united in marriage with Harold L. Blagsvedt in Lanesboro, MN with Rev. Nestande officiating. They farmed in the Mabel area most of their married life. They farmed briefly in Caledonia. She is survived by her children, Suzanne (Richard) Neubauer of Burnsville, Minn., Bruce of Crystal, Minn., Bill (Sue) of Waukon, Iowa, and James (Cindy) of Spring Grove, Minn.; eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law Bev (Dale), Gladys (Carroll), and Eleanor Flattum; and brother –in-law Jim Ehrsam. She was preceded in death by her parents and seven siblings Morris, Lu Cille (Loken), Francis, Dale (her twin) Elsie (Ehrsam), Carroll, and Carlyle. Funeral services were Monday, December 5, 2011, at the Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel with Rev. Gail Klavetter officiating. Burial was in the Mabel Lutheran Cemetery. Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel handled arrangments.

Katharyn Jean Goldsmith Katharyn Jean Goldsmith, age 96, of Chatfield, Minn., died on Monday, December 5, 2011 at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield. Katharyn Jean Dudek was born on January 3, 1915, at her parents’ home in Jordan Township, to Frank and Lyda (nee WilDeloris H. Blagsvedt Deloris H. Blagsvedt passed liams) Dudek. She attended counaway November 30, 2011, at the try school and graduated from Green Lea Manor Nursing in Chatfield High School in 1933. Mabel, shortly after her return Following graduation, she attented Normal School for teachers from Gundertraining in Winona. She taught sen Lutherfor several years in one room an Medical county schools, before retiring to Center in care for her children. On June 15, LaCrosse. 1940, she married Richard Alton D e l o Goldsmith, at the Little Brown ris was born Church in Nashua, Iowa. They June 3, 1926, made their home on the famin Amherst Deloris H. ily farm in Rural Chatfield. Jean To w n s h i p , Blagsvedt loved living in the country. She Fillmore County, Minnesota to Oscar always had a large garden that she and Hilda (Flattum) Pederson. tended. She loved her flowers and She was baptized at Southfork plants.

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After her husband’s death in 1991, Jean moved to town. In 2005, she moved into an apartment, and in 2009 became a resident at the Chosen Valley Care Center. Jean is survived by her sons, Ross (Sherrie) Goldsmith of Chatfield, Steven (Patty) Goldsmith of Chatfield, Phillip (Char) Goldsmith of Fountain, and a daughter, Rosemary Bengal of Rochester; eight grandchildren, step children Lori Sether and Billy (Tammy) Broadwater, and ten great-grandchildren; her brother, Alton (Mary Ann) Dudek of Durango, Colorado. Jean is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Lyda Dudek, her husband Alton in 1991, a son Dickie in 1953, son-in-law Robert Bengal, sister Dorothy Ruth, and great-grand son Blake. Blessed be her memory. Funeral services were December 8, 2011, at Chatfield United Methodist Church with Reverend Debra Collum officiating. Burial was in the Chatfield Cemetery. Riley Funeral home of Chatfield handled the arrangements Bernice Hall Bernice Juella Hall, 96, formerly of Lanesboro and Zumbro Falls, died Friday, December 2, 2011, at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Rushford. Bernice was born in Lanesboro on April 21, 1915, to Peter and Lettie (Johnson) Ulvestad. After graduating from Bernice Hall Lanesboro High School in 1932, she attended cosmetology school in Minneapolis. Her first job as a beautician was at Massey’s in Rochester. Bernice was united in marriage to Milton Hall on June 15, 1946, at North Prairie Lutheran Church. They farmed for many years in Lanesboro. Bernice was the organist at North Prairie Church for a number of years and was active with the Ladies Aid. She was associated with the 4H, first as a youth participant and then as a leader. Bernice loved spending time with her family and friends. She was known to light up a room with her witty sense of humor and her engaging smile. Her grandchildren held a special place in her heart, and she had a close, loving relationship with each of them. Bernice had a green thumb with which she maintained beautiful gardens. She loved animals, and her Pomeranians were her joy. She was a talented musician who spent many hours at her organ and piano playing her favorite melodies. Bernice appreciated the care, love, and kindness given to her while living at Bremmer Suites and Good Shepherd Lutheran home. Bernice is survived by her son, Richard (Kristi) Hall of Rushford; three grandchildren; brother, Lester Ulvestad; brotherin-law, Curtis (Jean) Hall; sistersin-law, Dorrie Baldwin, Elinor See OBITUARIES Page 8 

Fillmore County Church Directory A rendahl Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2477 Assembly Of God Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 Assumption Catholic Church ………………… Fri. - 8 : 30am & Sat. - 5 : 00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320 Bethlehem Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344 Calvary Baptist Church ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 45am & 6 : 00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4686 Canton-Scotland Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 Chatf ield Lutheran Church …………………… Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 00am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4721 Chatf ield United Methodist Christ ………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3529 Cherry Grove United Methodist …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 18183 160th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (Cherry Grove) (507) 937-3177 Christ Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St N W, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Christian Science Ser vices …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Elstad Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church ……………… Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830 Fillmore Free Methodist Church ……………… Sundays - 8 : 30am & 10 : 30am 19127 County 8, Wykof f, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450 First Baptist Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am & 6 : 00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840 First Baptist Church-Preston …………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am & 7: 00pm 108 Chatf ield Ave N W, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4960 First English Lutheran Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Grant St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2793 First Lutheran Church of Highland ………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 22423 391st Ave, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3318 First Presby terian Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2854 Fountain Lutheran …………………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Main Street, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4413 Fountain United Methodist Church ………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4456 Garness Trinity Lutheran …………………………………… Sundays - 11: 00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905 Grace Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2218 Greenf ield Lutheran Church ………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am & 10 : 30am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2546 Harmony United Methodist Church ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henry town Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Prairie Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 43265 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church ……………… Special Occassions Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545-2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 254 Main St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church ……………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Mabel First Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293 Mabel United Methodist Church …………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296 Nativity Catholic Church … Sun. (1st & 2nd) - 8 : 45am & (3rd & 4th) - 10 :30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 New Life Victory Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 440 2nd Ave SE, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3525 Newburg United Methodist Church ……………………………………………… 3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43 ; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24 North Prairie Lutheran ……………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 35957 Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875-2460 Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church ……………… Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 30am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 Pilot Mound Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 8 miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875-2460 Pioneer Presby terian Church ………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4037 Preston United Methodist Church …………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2503 R iver Of Life Regional Church …………………………………………………… 220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853 Root Prairie Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4455 Root R iver Church of the Brethren ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4772 Root R iver Community Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074 Rushford Lutheran Church …………………… Sat. - 5 : 30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 101 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152 Satersdahl Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, Rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680 St Columban Church …………………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 408 Preston St N W # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St Ignatius Catholic Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 213 W Franklin St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7565 St John’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 241 Line St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 St John’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 31497 Highway 43, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2585 St Joseph’s Catholic Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257 St Mark ’s Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111 St Marys Catholic Church ………………… Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 11: 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthews Episcopal Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707 St Matthew’s Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772- 4474 St Olaf Catholic Church … Sun. (1st & 2nd) - 10 :30am & (3rd & 4th) - 8 : 45am 114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268 St Patrick ’s Church Hall ……………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480 St Paul Lutheran Church ………………… Sun. - 10 : 00am & Wed. - 7: 00pm 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul’s Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Harmony, MN 55939 (Big Springs) (507) 886-8175 Sumner Center United Methodist Church ………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 9 miles N. of Spring Valley on Co. Rd. 1 (507) 378- 4801 The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints ………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 21257 US Hwy 52 South Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4551 Trinity Fellowship ELCA …………………………………… Sundays - 11: 00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211 Trinity Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 204 South St, Ostrander, MN 55961 (507) 657-2203 Union Prairie Lutheran ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363 United Methodist Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 236 Gold St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352- 4136 W halan Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398

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Abraham, and Mary Hall. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Milton Hall; brother, Clifford Ulvestad; infant son, David Michael. The family suggests memorials be directed to Good Shepherd Nursing Home or North Prairie Lutheran Church. A memorial service will be scheduled for April at North Prairie Lutheran Church. Alfred C. Schroeder Alfred C. Schroeder, 92, of Spring Valley, Minn. died Wednesday (11-30-11) of natural causes at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn. Alfred Carl Schroeder was born Sept. 23, 1919, in Wykoff, Minn. to Henry and Lily(Eickhoff) Schroeder. He grew up in Wykoff, attended school there and graduated from Wykoff H.S. in 1935. He attended a year of school at Bethany College in Mankato, Minn. before serving in the U.S. Army during WWII from 1942 to 1945. Alfred was married on Oct. 5, 1946, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff to Dolores Clara Meyer. They made their home in Wykoff, where they raised their family and lived for many years. Al was employed with the U.S. Postal service as a rural mail carrier from 1941 and

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then following his discharge in 1946, until his retirement in 1978. Al was a great Dad and Grandpa and cherished time spent with family. Surviors include his wife Dolores of Spring Valley; his daughter and two sons, Dr. Susan Schroeder of Bowie, Maryland; Joel(Marybeth) of Rochester; and Bill(Patty) of Stewartville; his grandson Heath(Becky) Schroeder; a sister-in-law, Verna Meyer of Houston, Minn.; a brother-in-law, Milton(Mickey) Meyer of Houston. He was preceded in death by his parents, older brother Paul, and brother Harold (Butch), killed during WWII. The funeral service for Alfred Schroeder was on Monday (12-511) at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff, Minn. with Rev. Pete Sestak officiating. Burial with military graveside honors followed at the church cemetery. Arrangements were with GriffinGray F.H. in Stewartville. Daniel Youngquist Daniel Younquist, age 80, of Lanesboro, died December 6, 2011, at Olmsted Medical Center Hospital in Rochester . Daniel Benjamin Youngquist was born on January 17, 1931, to Bernard and Olga (Larson) Youngquist in Fullerton, North Dakota. He graduated from Mora High School in Mora, Minnesota in 1948 and attended

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street (16 percent), bonds (15 percent), and tourism, library, park board, and EDA (a total of 18 percent). Hoffman stated that the expenses related to streets are an important function of the city. Hoffman explained despite the fact that the city managed to keep the levy flat for 2012, there is a tax rate increase which is tied back to the elimination of the Homestead Market Value Credit and the institution of the Homestead Market Value Exclusion by the state this past summer. He summed up this change as the state no longer paying a portion of the property tax (which was unreliable) and now going to a system of excluding a portion of a homeowner’s tax on a sliding scale on homes valued less than $413,000. Hoffman said the city needs to collect the same total amount of tax to provide the same amount of services. With property taxes going down for some, others will go up to arrive at the same total figure. He called this a redistribution of the tax burden

to higher valued homes, businesses and industrial properties. He add it was important that the city council was able to hold the city’s spending flat. Offer for Floodway Property At the city council’s November 7 meeting, the council authorized negotiations to purchase the property at 209 Mill Street SW. The owner, Greg Johnson, had contacted Hoffman about the property, which is listed on the Floodway Property Purchase for Green Area. The list was created by the city which ranks properties that the city would like to return to a green area in the floodway. Hoffman informed the council that he anticipated a total project cost not to exceed $40,000. The past two properties that were purchased with cost sharing from FEMA and the DNR left the city with a twelve and one-half share of the total cost. However, this time FEMA could take up to 18 months to aid in the purchase of the property. The DNR is very interested in purchasing the property, but is limited to a 50 percent share of the cost. Johnson wants to sell the property within 60 days or list it. If the

city gets the property it would be turned into green space. If it was sold to another party, it may not, but would be limited as to what could be done with it because it is in the floodway. Councilman David Collett argued there is no return on the investment for the city and the city would have to mow and maintain it forever. Councilwoman Kay Spangler said it was an investment in the city’s park land. Mayor Kurt Reicks said he would like to see it done as he supported having green space along the river. If the city shares the cost only with the DNR, the city would be responsible for 50 percent of the cost which could be up to $20,000 including the purchase of the property, demolition of the home on it, and the return to green space. Hoffman said the city can afford the 50 percent cost and that it is really a political decision whether one favors acquiring the property for green space or not. After some discussion, a motion was made to offer $19,600 for the property with the house and a triangular piece of property adjoined to it. Coun-

Chatfield seeks to limit 2012 property tax impact By Karen Reisner The Chatfield City Council at a Committee of the Whole meeting on December 5 discussed at length ways to reduce the impact of 2012 property taxes. The elimination of the Homestead Market Value Credit this last summer by the state and the establishment of the Homestead Market Value Exclusion has had for some properties a significant impact on property taxes. City Clerk Joel Young said it was clear to him after the November 28 council meeting that councilors wanted to reduce the city’s preliminary 2012 levy number set in September at an 8.13 percent increase. Chatfield is in a unique position with part of the city in Olmsted County and part in Fillmore County. The split between counties adds to the variables that effect individual property tax numbers. In general, lesser valued homes may have seen a reduction in their property taxes from 2011 on their preliminary property tax statements, and higher valued homes and businesses may have seen severe increases. Young illustrated the broad vari-

ations with a sampling to compare tax impacts on six properties. A comparison of two residential properties showed one with a 0.4 percent decrease and one with a 9.3 percent increase. A comparison of two business properties showed one with a 11.6 percent increase and one with a 20.2 percent increase. A comparison of two industrial properties had one with a 6.3 percent increase and one with a seven percent increase. These six varied changes in property taxes from 2011 to 2012 were all figured with the city levy for 2012 set at an increase of 8.1 percent. The point is if the council reduces the levy for 2012 to let’s say a six percent increase, the impact on each of these various properties will be different. The actual levy would be reduced, which would reduce the amount the city collects in total. However, there is not a direct relationship between the levy percent of increase and an individual property tax increase or decrease, as other factors effect the individual property tax. The new Exclusion law shifts more of the burden to non-homesteads and

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high valued residences. Young said since the last council meeting he had combed through the budget and found about $10,000 more in police aid from the state than expected and identified a few other possible cuts. He will give a full presentation on December 12. Discussion Mayor Don Hainlen suggested they set a target and not try to micromanage individual departments. The mayor expressed concern that reducing the levy excessively could effect city services and programs. Councilor Josh Thompson was unable to attend the meeting, but had suggested to the mayor that he would like the levy increase to be at least cut in half to about a 4.5 percent increase. One percent of the levy is equivalent to about $11,000. Young noted increases in the city’s budget for 2012, including the need to make up for the Homestead Market Value Credit payment from the state which was about $16,000 this last year. City employee expenses are higher due to step increases and cost of living increases. Councilor Ken Jacobson explained that a drop in the levy increase may not make a change in people’s individual property taxes. Young noted the Fillmore County side lost about $91,000 of tax capacity due to the Exclusion law. Councilor Paul Novotny said budgets keep getting larger, but for good reason. Novotny preferred to keep the increase to about four percent. Hainlen responded, saying the “general cost of doing business keeps going up.” Councilor Russ Smith added he would like to see a number we can live with, and he could be happy with a number at about five percent. He suggested putting the levy increase

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cilman Charles Sparks said this purchase would extend the green space to the trail. The council approved the motion to make the offer, with Collett voting against. Other Business In Brief •A resolution was approved to assess the property at 205 Franklin Street NW for improvements made in 2011, and the property at 212 Washington Street NW for improvements made in 2007. During the public hearing there was no comment from the public. •A request by Rick Grooters to vacate a small segment of the 400 block of Brownsville Street West in front of his property on Chatfield Avenue was approved. During the public hearing there was no comment against the vacation request. •Quotes from the Fillmore County Journal and the Republican Leader (Bluff Country Reader) were reviewed. The Fillmore County Journal was approved as the official paper for 2012 as its quote was about half the cost. Spangler voted against. Spangler had asked what the total expense had been during a year for the paper (about $300).

•The only quote offered for 2012 city attorney was received from the Joerg Law Office, Dwight Luhmann. Two options were offered: (1)meeting retainer, $3,600 and hourly rate, $125 or (2)annual retainer of $18,000. After some discussion, the firm was again hired for 2012 at the annual retainer of $18,000, which was a significant increase from the 2011 rate. •Public Works Director Bill Cox has resigned from the city/ utility as of December 9, 2011. Collett will sit on a search committee for a new director. The Utility Board oversees the hiring process. Cox has been with the city/utility for over 10 years and he said that his work over that time has given him the opportunity to grow. Hoffman praised his efforts and work. •The cost to light the city’s south entrance sign was discussed. Cox explained the cost to bring electric cable to the sign, which would be through mostly rock. He estimated it would cost nearly $20,000. He said the sign is located a long way from existing infrastructure. There was general agreement that it was not feasible at that cost.

at zero would be going backwards, as everything costs more including toilet paper. Councilor Dave Frank stated they shouldn’t skimp on necessities, saying it is up to the department heads to do the crunching of the numbers and to determine what is not a necessity. Smith suggested they use some of the fund balance. Young said that wouldn’t hurt if it was used for a one time expense. Novotny said if they took two percent out of the fund balance and used it for regular operating expenses, then next year they would have to start with making up that two percent. Jacobson suggested that Local Government Aid may be gone in three or four years and they should take that future possibility into account. Hainlen noted the economy continues to be sluggish. Hainlen summarized saying he heard two councilors asking for four percent or less and the rest six percent or less. Young said to get to four percent, the increase for streets would have to go away, even though bituminous costs more every year. He added there are a lot of unmet needs out there and there always will be. Hainlen said the city is waiting for the results from the videos of

the sewer lines. Darryl Haner said that will start next week. Hainlen said it would be a waste to do a street overlay when what is under the street is inadequate. Different department heads commented on their budgets and for the most part felt they had little more to cut. Tony Lammers said the street budget is an easy target as it is a big number. He maintained the city’s streets are in really good shape compared with neighboring communities. However, it takes money to keep up, blacktop is more expensive, four inch mains need to be replaced, and they can’t afford to fall too far behind. Mayor Hainlen recommended the city lower the increase in the levy to about five percent, if it is reasonable to do so. No action was taken this night and the final 2012 levy will be set at the council’s regular meeting on December 12. Voting Booths A short special council meeting was called to authorize the submission of a grant application to acquire two voting booths accessible to individuals with disabilities. Young said if the city received the grant, the booths would be funded completely with grant money. The authorization was approved.

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cook everything from scratch. Torgrimson said the very first Continued from Page 1 dinner they had was 12 people Torgrimson shared they cook in her own home. Since then it food that is local, organic, and has grown to up to 150 people affordable. They buy things in at a time. bulk, and volunteers do all the “We have it in a home, so work. At the end of the night, there’s some intimacy,” shared the people are fed for about Torgrimson. “People volunteer $2 each, leaving most of the their space for the event, and we’ve had some great hosts.” money for the organization. Recently, Torgrimson received Torgrimson wants people to a call out of the blue from a know that giving can be fun. Today Show producer in New She also knows there are a lot York. They had read an article of ways people can give. People about Eat for Equity in the Star share their homes, give time, Tribune, and were interested in volunteer their cooking skills, or help clean up. featuring it on their show. “You can meet some great “We invited them to come people, and have a great meal,” to an Eat for Equity,” said she said. She added they are Torgrimson. “It was a really always looking for bigger homes great experience. The spot on the Today Show to hold their dinners. focused on the group of volun- The food is bought localteers and all the work they do ly, and a lot of it is donated. for others. The amazing thing is Torgrimson said it’s important that they use local, organic food for them to support local busiwhenever possible, and they nesses and local farmers as well.

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In September, AgStar updated its logo and reorganized its business units. As part of that reorganization, tax and accounting services offered under the AgStar name were integrated into Lookout Ridge Consulting to create a professional services division. You can still expect the same great service from Skip Hazel and Teri Klaehn that you have always received, it will just come with a new name—Lookout Ridge Consulting! About AgStar: AgStar Financial Services, ACA, headquartered in Mankato, Minn., employs more than 600 full-time team members. The company is part of the national Farm Credit System and has a public mission to serve 69 counties in Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. AgStar’s industry spe-

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“It’s part of our idea of equity. We’re really investing in our community and also showing people that you can feed a community on local organic fresh, healthy, seasonal food for not very much money.” According to Torgrimson, the dinners have fantastic menus, fresh food made from scratch, great company, music, drinks, and a great time. The Twin Cities area has responded very well to the dinners, and there are currently branches of Eat for Equity in Portland and Boston. Torgrimson knows of 40 other people interested in starting an Eat for Equity in their towns. It’s not just people in the Twin Cities area that are involved. Torgrimson said there are many people in Fillmore County that help out as well. Her parents, John and Pat Torgrimson, are big supporters, and they donate food they grow on their farm. Torgrimson’s friend Laura Nethercut also helps out, along with her parents Loni Kemp and Dick Nethercut, who gives his lawyer services free of charge. According to Torgrimson, Jane Tienter is on the board, and Lynn Tienter has donated meat to the cause. “There are so many people involved in making this happen, not just me,” said Torgrimson. “I really want to thank the people in our community for the help they have given.” More information about Eat for Equity can be found at www. eatforequity.org. cialization, client segments and market delivery systems result in diversification nationwide. The company has expertise in the corn, soybean, swine, dairy and bio-energy industries. AgStar has developed successful programs in loans, leases, crop insurance, tax services, accounting, consulting and rural home mortgages. As a value-added financial services cooperative, AgStar allocates patronage dividends to its 14,000 stockholders. The company is also committed to giving back to rural residents, organizations and communities through AgStar’s Fund for Rural America. Visit www. AgStar.com for more information.

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Ostrander City Council meeting minutes The monthly meeting of the Ostrander City Council was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Linda Schwenn. Motion by Kunert, and seconded by Thompson and unanimously carried to accept the consent agenda. Visitors: Royal Dempewolf (Wolf’s Den), Pat Nesler (Susie’s Roadhouse), Cheryl Perry, Lois Hanson, Arlene Bestor, Bob

Kunert Department Heads: Jimmie Dean—Was present. The brush pile has been burned. He has had comments that people other than Ostrander residents have been dumping at the burn pile. Rhonda will put notice in the water bills that the gate will be locked after 5 p.m. He also let council know that the hydrants have been flushed. Want-

Scott Winslow from Fillmore County Farm Bureau received the highest membership recognition for continuous outstanding membership recruitment during a special banquet in Chanhassen on November 17. The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation’s Annual Meeting took place in Brooklyn Park, November 17-19. Winslow was recognized as a Golden Plow member in the Producer’s Club for signing more than 100 new members. He is pictured at left receiving recognition from Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Paap. Photo submitted

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ed council to look at Inspection fees for KLM for the water tower. Bernard pumping is going to stop in to see when tanks should be pumped. According to directions for the sewer plant, the eight recirculation tanks need to be pumped every year to year and one-half. The reason the city acquired such a cost this time is because it hasn’t been done in years. Mayor Schwenn wanted Rhonda to see about getting a copy of our contract with McGuire, who inspects our water tower currently. Jimmie has had concerns brought to him about the water tower rusting on the outside. Brian Miner (Fire Chief)—Was present. Reported it has been pretty quiet with one grass fire on October 25, Jimmie and Brian responded along with Police Chief Mosher. Linda commented about getting paperwork done and Brian commented that he has been working on them and assures council they will be completed. It was brought up that Cheryl has been working on finding out who is currently active on the Ostrander Fire Department. Mayor Schwenn assures that Rhonda and herself will help any way possible. Tom Mosher (Police Chief)— Was present. On 10/1 The Wolf’s Den had their patio party which seemed to go well, there were no calls on the loud music; 10/4, there was a fight between four or five people that have been living together in a home and currently there are only two living there; 10/14, there was an individual threatening another individual; a Mental Health professional and Chief Mosher met with him; 10/17, there was an argument and an object was slammed through a door and someone was threatening another individual and also threatened Chief Mosher’s life. He will be in some long-term care; two dogs fighting, 10/26 worked with Victim Services and Fillmore Family Resources in getting a restraining order; 10/25, grass fire; 10/31, a person from Kansas received a threatening text message about her grandmother’s gravestone which is located in the Ostrander Cemetery. Tom monitored this and nothing came of it, EMT 24 hour refresher course completed, which is a shared cost with Fountain. Old business: Mayor Schwenn commented to those present about the work session held on October 27, regarding the pay equity issues and how council agreed to change Tom’s job points to 300 with percentages at

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25 percent, 30 percent, and 45 percent. Motion by Start, Seconded by Thompson to change Chief Mosher’s points to 300. Tom will get this information to Kelly Wagner so she can send a letter to the Pay Equity Board. Cheryl Perry was questioning the numbers for Jimmie Dean and why there was more than one. Mayor Schwenn commented how the mistake was made in 2007 and corrected so we were in compliance. Waste Management billings through the city—Rhonda sent them the names of residents so they can get a closer count. Rhonda hasn’t heard anything back. It was asked how council liked this idea and they weren’t really excited about it because there still will be more hard to collect debt. If we were to do this, it would need to be asked

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for a larger amount for their deposit. There was much discussion on recycling and the billing issues. Lawn Mowing issues @ $75 for larger lots?? (per hour of if larger equipment needed). This will be looked at when council goes over our schedule of fees. Renewable Energy SD—Rhonda was wondering if there was any interest in this. It is thought to be too expensive for us to even think about. Rhonda could look into see if there is any grant money available. Sign Retroflectivity Evaluation and Maintenance Policy. Rhonda commented on maybe waiting with this as state requirements may be changing. Jimmie brought up some signs do need to be replaced. Council said to go ahead and do this. See OSTRANDER Page 12 

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New Business: Renew Liquor Licenses: Wolf’s Den; Motion by Start and seconded by Thompson to grant the liquor license for another year. Susie’s Roadhouse; Motion by Thompson and seconded by Kunert to grant the liquor license for another year. Spring Valley Ambulance Service is again seeking their annual per-

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capita payment. Rhonda made sure council knew that their price hasn’t changed since 2007. Motion by Kunert and seconded by King to accept their per-capita payment for another year. Planning Committee for Ostrander Zoning: Pam Kunz, Kenny Hodson, Gidget King, Mark Mills, Bonnie Becker and Shane Mensink have accepted positions on this Committee. Rhonda was wondering about paying a per-diem or keep it volunteer, because to get it moving in the right direction, there will be meetings every other week. Motion by Start and seconded by Kunert to pay a $25 per-diem for each meeting attended. The Vina Lund property according to Dean Lund has been released. He was wondering if the city would be interested in attaining the property. The city would be responsible for removing the trailer. Rhonda wasn’t able to get any quotes until the inside could be looked at, but

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the only thing that Dean would like is for his mothers recognition of the land being donated to the city because she has been a resident since 1911. Motion by Thompson and Seconded by King that Rhonda look in to how much it would cost to remove this trailer and to make sure it is clear. Other: Jimmie and Rhonda would like to let council know that they attended the training for e-DMR’s and appreciate it very much. Rhonda used this process for the DMR’s in November. The MCFOA 75th Conference is scheduled for March 20-23. Another city clerk asked Rhonda if she was going so we could ride share. Motion by Start and seconded by Kunert to let Rhonda attend this conference. Arlene raised a question of who called Fillmore County Zoning on a local property in town. Rhonda did this, because building permits are required even though the City of Ostrander doesn’t issue their own. Fillmore County issues building permits for the City of Ostrander. There were complaints of other properties putting up buildings/ decks not realizing that they actually have permits. It was also commented that Fillmore County doesn’t have a building inspector so there is

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Dear Children of Fillmore County, Please send your letter to Santa to the Fillmore County Journal and we will publish it in the Monday, December 19 newspaper -- just in time for Santa’s visit. All letters to Santa should be submitted to the Journal by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 14. You can send them via e-mail to santa@filllmorecountyjournal.com, or drop them off at the Journal in Preston, Minn., or mail them to the Journal at P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965. Your friends at the Fillmore County Journal

no way to just tell someone this isn’t being done properly. As long as it isn’t interfering with property lines or any other laws or ordinances, there really isn’t much that can be done. Rhonda brought to council an ordinance for the Advisory Park and Recreation Board for council to look at. Make sure guidelines are being met.

Motion by Kunert, seconded by Start and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 7:05 p.m. Next meeting is scheduled for December 6, at 6 p.m. with the budget meeting at 7 p.m. Rhonda Klapperich Linda Schwenn City Clerk/Treasurer Mayor

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Winter tips By Katrina Schmidt Winter is here once again. We all know what this means: icy, sloppy roads e ve r y w h e re ; starting up the car 15 minutes before work; shoveling sidewalks; snowblowing driveways; Katrina and scraping Schmidt off the heavy snow from the roofs. Ah, gotta love it the most when the power goes out for a few hours, too.

Thankfully for those who are new at this or would just like a reminder of what winter really is, here are some good tips to follow. Before the snow has even had a chance to fall, check up on the car! Ice and slush don’t mix well with bald tires, and they sure don’t help when the ditch becomes the road, or if someone else needs a tug out of a hole. Lights and good brakes can save a trip for the tow truck as well. If the lights don’t work, deer or other vehicles in the road can be hard to see before it’s too late. Brakes are always useful, but

Christ Lutheran (Preston) hosted another annual tradition serving a sit-down lutefisk and meat ball dinner. At this event, visitors from Norway, Italy and Spain, enjoyed a delicious and filling meal. In Norway, people add bacon and brown sugar to lutefisk. Left to right: Isabel Martin-Garrido (Seville, Spain), Ingrid Alm Andersen (Tromso, Norway), Alessandro Cataliotti (Catania, Italy), Thiys M. Lourves (Groningen, The Netherlands), Muratore Francesco (Catania, Italy), Anne Torill Nordsleita (Karasjok, Norway). A special thanks to Dan Christianson for assisting with obtaining this information. Photo by Jason Sethre

sometimes they can be a bad thing in the winter if not used correctly. Rule number one about using brakes in the winter time: never slam on the brakes! The brakes will lock up and earn you a one-way ticket into another car or the ditch. Also, have the oil and engine checked regularly. Very cold weather can do nasty damage to an uncared-for car. If money and expenses are tied up, look up car services online. There are some good deals out there, believe it or not. One more thing--always have a phone on you when you’re on the road! The next step to surviving winter is protecting your home. Fillmore County has had enough fires for this year, so let’s try to prevent them. Homeowners of an older home, or even a new home, should do this--have the electrical system checked, along with the breaker box and fuses. Make sure the electrical system is up-to-date with new safety regulations. Check the plug-ins as well, especially if small children are coming for the holidays. Yes, the lights on the tree are so beautiful at night, but it is always a good idea to have them shut off at night or whenever no one’s at home. There are some new lights that have timers on them--they will help. Even new light strands can cause horrible problems. If the power does go out for a few hours, it is always a good idea to have a generator handy. With the generator, always have plenty of extra gas cans at the ready, and properly stored. No one likes a cold home. Candles and flashlights along with old-fashioned

matches and batteries are more items to keep in supply and in an easy-to-reach place. Oh, no! Not finished quite yet! Board games, eggnog, hot chocolate, cookies, Grandma’s handmade quilts, smiles, laughs, and a whole lot of fun are also good things to have available in the winter. When things get ugly and cold, don’t get all grumpy and angry because the football game is turned off due to power failure, or the car won’t start to take the kids to school, the roads get too bad to travel anywhere, or work and school are closed down. No, take it as a good thing, or even a bless-

ing! Take out the board games that have been collecting dust, and snuggle up under Grandma’s quilts. Make some hot chocolate and cookies. Go out and build a snowman, go sledding, build snow forts, have a good ol’ snowball fight! Don’t forget to drag the parents out, too. Winter can be very dangerous, but it is also a good time for family fun. Katrina Schmidt is a student at Fillmore Central High School. She is one of 8 area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its thirteen year.

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re monotes from a country kitchen by Vicki Christianson

The time for Sunday School programs is just around the corner! Since the Sunday School at my church (Big Springs of Harmony) has gotten smaller and smaller, we have our program during regular church time. The kids and teachers take over the entire service. They have a skit or two and we do a lot of singing of all the old Christmas carols. Those programs were such a big deal in my day! It was always at night and you invited your grandparents, aunts and uncles, and anyone who would come! My sister and I always got a new dress for the event (more than likely mom made it) and usually a new pair of tights! My brothers got new white shirts to go with their new dress pants (a once a year event) and maybe even a new clip-on tie (or at least the younger brother got the older brother’s tie and then he got a new one). Mom would shine up our patent leather shoes the day before and then polish my brothers shoes. She even took the time to curl our hair, or at least make sure the “rooster” tails were laying down. All of us kids would meet in the church basement and then we marched up the stairs and down the aisle to front row pews. Every child had memorized a verse or two to say, and the older kids usually got to dress up in outfits that their moms had made, or at least had repaired from the

previous year’s use! The outfits for Mary and Joseph would stay in good shape, but the wings for the angels tended to fall apart each year. Hopefully, someone remembered to bring a doll for the manger, or we would have to use a messed up blanket and pretend that baby Jesus was actually in the blanket in the manger. We even had a couple of farmers bring in straw bales to make the nativity scene as real as possible. We drew the line with live animals though! If you had a stuffed barn animal at home you could bring that. It was always interesting to see which child would recite their verse and which child would “freeze” up when they walked up to the microphone. The shy ones usually just stood there waving their dress around and waiting for help from the teacher, while the brave ones marched up to the microphone and blasted the

audience with their verse. When it came to singing, things usually went much smoother. The shy ones could blend right in with the loud ones. There was always at least one child who liked to sing loud enough so that the people next door who didn’t come could hear too!! He wasn’t always in key, but he knew all the words and he liked to sing! We always drew names within our grades and you usually had a limit of $1.00 to spend. We always got the teacher something, and she usually gave us crayons or pencils in return. The last song of the night was “Silent Night, Holy Night” and we got to sing that while holding lit candles. We were supposed to stand perfectly still when holding that lit candle, but there was always some child who liked to look around and would come close to burning the hair of the child next to him! I’m sure the teachers really dreaded that part of the program! When all was done, the ushers would come down the aisle and pass out bags of candy/fruit/nuts to every child in the program and also to any child in the audience. We thought that was a great treat!

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2011 Research results available Jerrold Tesmer, Extension Educator for Fillmore/Houston Counties The results from a number of University of Minnesota 2011 research trials are becoming available. I have received individual results on MN Corn Hybrid Performance Trials, Corn Response to Jerrold Tesmer Micronutrients across Minnesota, Soybean Response to Micronutrients across Minnesota, Corn Silage Hybrid Trials, MicroEssential-SZ as a Fer-

tilizer Source for Soybean, Liberty Link Soybean Variety Trials, and the Corn Silage Foliar Fungicide Trial. If things go according to plan, all these plus many others will be combined in the 2011 Southern Minnesota Regional Research & Demonstration Summary that will be made available at the Winter Crops Day scheduled for Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at the Good Times Restaurant in Caledonia. Today, I would like to highlight the 2011 Corn Silage Foliar Fungicide Research Trial, because there has been a significant increase in questions regarding the economical use of foliar fungicide in Mid-

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Fillmore County Sports Start to finish, Burros down Cougars By Paul Trende The Lanesboro and Mabel-Canton girls’ b-ball squads came into their SEC opener exactly alike in one area. Each had a new coach. M-C headman Doug Carlson has experience, having led FC a few years back. Lanesboro headman Ryan Scheevel has exactly three games under his varsity (b-ball) coaching belt. The fourth time was evidently the charm. The Burros began 6-0 and 13-2 en route to a 27-10 halftime lead. The Cougar offense was better in the second half. Following three-pointers by Lydia Geving and Danielle Paul, the lead was cut to nine (36-27) at the 8:10 mark. Lanesboro closed the game out though, as Bryn Harmon had 8 of her game-high 15 in the final six minutes. The 53-33 victory is win number one of the season for the orange and black. Paige Hungerholt and Johanna Bearson side-kicked Harmon with 9 apiece. M-C was paced by Christy Welscher’s 10-point, 13-rebound effort. Lydia Geving did a bit of everything with 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 steals. It was the Coug’s season-opener. Bench Helps Knights Past Trojans… Both Kingsland and RushfordPeterson took the court in their opening Three Rivers conference match-up with nine girls active. By the end of the game, each was down to seven. Kingsland, utilizing a more productive bench, was better able to withstand their two fouls outs. They were also better at full strength too, never trailing in the first half, taking a 29-21 lead into the mid-point locker room. Trojan Amy Todd had something to say early in the second stanza. The 5’9” junior scored three baskets in three straight trips, capping a 10-2 R-P run that brought the score even at 31. The Knights withstood the

storm though, as point guard McKayla Pruter’s defense led to a couple buckets. When Todd fouled out with 7:16 to go, Kingsland again was in command (46-39). With a second starter, Kendra Crawford, out with an injury, the home Trojans just couldn’t hang. Kingsland slightly expanded their lead in the waning minutes, ultimately prevailing 59-49. Kenzie Lind stuffed R-P’s stats column, leading them in points (15), rebounds (14), assists (6), and steals (4). Amy Todd finished with 10. The Knights got great balance. Starters Lindsay Tart (12 pts, 3 stls), MacKenzie Marzolf (11 pts, 8 rebs), and Pruter (9 pts, 7 ass, and 4 stls) all did effective work, but so did bench players Nicole Swanson (9 pts, 5 rebs), Jessi Kaster (6 pts), and Breanna Musel (6 pts). The Knight bench outscored R-P’s 21 to 7. Kingsland was also better at the charity stripe, converting 13 of 18 attempts (72%) versus R-P’s 17 of 31 (55%). R-P is 0-2 overall. …Swanson’s Effort Leads to ‘W’ Versus Tigers A night later, 6’2” Nicole Swanson was in the lady Knight starting lineup, and the limelight, at home versus Lake City. Swanson was very efficient, converting 6 of 9 two-point attempts and 5 of 6 free throws for a team-high 17 points. Lindsay Tart and MacKenzie Marzolf each added 10. Cheyenne Losey had 8 points and a team high 7 rebounds. The Knights built a 33-24 halftime lead, then utilized a full court pressure defense (12 second half forced TO’s) to extend that lead sizably, ultimately prevailing 64-43. Kingsland again took full advantage of the free throw line, converting on 24 of 35 attempts (to Lake City’s 8 of 15). The win is the Knights third in four tries with their only loss coming in overtime in a season-

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opening tournament contest. Tiger Ashley Gates led everyone with 16 points. GBB (11-28) •Crestwood (Cresco), IA 79, Lanesboro 23 (L: P. Hungerholt/B. Harmon 6. C: Olivia Kriener 26) (11-29) •#4 in AA Caledonia 64, Rushford-Peterson 23 (R-P: Amy Todd 8 pts & 8 rebs. C: Maria Fruechte 20; Molly Mullins 13. Offensive Rebounding: R-P 3, Caledonia 28) •Plainview-Elgin-Millville 56, Fillmore Central 35 (FC: Alex Peterson 15; PEM: Taylor Aakre 22) •Chatfield 62, Wabasha-Kellogg 16 (C: Sydney Irish 12; MaKenzie Miller 11; Sarah Costello 9 pts, 5 rebs; Traci McDonald 8 pts, 8 rebs; Erin Kammer 6 pts, 9 stls, 4 ass. Gophers snatched 29 steals and 18 offensive rebounds) (12-2) •Mabel-Canton 33, #6 in A Spring Grove 73 (M-C: C. Welscher 13 pts, 5 rebs. SG: Richell Mehus 27; Addy Cross 21; Taylor Elton 8 pts, 11 ass, 10 stls. Lions made 8 of 12 threes. Cougars are 0-2 in conference/overall) •Pine Island 48, Chatfield 25 (C: E. Kammer 8. PI: Courtney Pahl 15; Cede Finstuen 14. Goph’s: 31 TO’s) •St. Charles 63, Fillmore Central 29 (Falcons are 0-2) •Houston 35, Lanesboro 46 (L: P. Hungerholt 17. H: Brooke Anderson 12; Abbey Lokken 10. FT’s: anes 14-30, Houston 3-10. ‘Canes led by two at half. A Burrorun put them in control. ‘Canes got no closer than four. Burros improve overall record to 2-3) (12-3) • #9 in AA Rochester-Lourdes 62, Chatfield 55 (C: S. Costello 15 pts, 9 rebs; M. Miller 10 pts; T. McDonald 9 pts, 9 rebs; Kyndra Neis 9 pts (three 3’s). R-L: Hannah Anderson 24 pts (five 3’s); Stephanie Helt 16 pts. Gophers 28 TO’s. Overall record stands even at 2-2) BBB (12-2) •Chatfield 60, Pine Island 61 (C: Nate Skare 15 points including 4 three’s; Tyler Lund 15. PI: Colton Sinning 17; Austin McGee 16; Alex Traut 11 pts & 8 rebs. Gophers made just 10 of 24 FT’s) (12-3) •Rochester-Lourdes 70, Chatfield 45 (C: Jesse Julian/Nate Skare 8. R-L: Mark Pagel 29; Jacob Schaefer 13. Gophers are 0-2) •Lake City 57, Kingsland 47 (K: Tanner Lange 13 pts, 6 ass; Devin Pokorney 11. LC: Zach Hinrichs 23 pts & 13 rebs. Knights shot 19 of 72 from field. First game for each squad) Wrestling (12-1) Chatfield 57, Lewiston-Altura/ Rushford-Peterson 21 (C: Got pins at 106 (Ty Van Sickel), 113 (Hank Friederichs), 120 (Tye Bentz), 126

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Farm service agency news By Tammy Martin Foreign persons must report U.S. agricultural land holdings Preston, MN – Nov 25, 2011 – Fillmore County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director, Tammy Martin, reminds foreign persons with an interest in agricultural lands in the United States that they are required to report their holding and any trans-

actions to the US Secretary of Agriculture. “Any foreign person who acquires, transfers or holds any interest, other than a security interest, in agricultural land in the United States is required by law to report the transaction no later than 90 days after the date of the transaction,” said Martin. Foreign investors must file Agri-

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Fillmore County farmer tells his story Chatfield, MN—December 5, 2011—Fillmore County farmer Eric Thorn can’t imagine working any career other than farm-

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used for farming, ranching, or timber production, if the tract totals 10 acres or more. Disclosure reports are also required when there are changes in land use. For example, reports are required when land use changes from nonagricultural to agricultural or vice versa. Foreign investors must also file a report when there is a change in the status of owner such as owner changes from foreign to non-foreign, from non-foreign to

foreign, or from foreign to foreign. Data gained from these disclosures is used to prepare an annual report to the President and Congress concerning the effect on such holding upon family farms and rural communities in the United States. For more information regarding AFIDA and FSA programs, contact the Fillmore County FSA office at 507 765-3892 or visit the USDA Website at http://www.usda.gov.

land and animals, and consumers. That’s a huge responsibility, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.” Eric takes care of his land and animals because he believes good stewardship is a farmer’s responsibility. He makes sure his cattle are fed well, get the proper veterinary care, and are bedded down comfortably. He has also implemented several conservation practices on his farm to prevent soil erosion, protect water quality, and provide food sources and shelter for local wildlife. “Just because you’re a large farmer doesn’t mean you don’t take care of your land and animals. It’s not a money thing. Preserving the land and caring for animals is just the right thing to do.”

Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council The Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council is made up of an elected board of 15 soybean producers from across the state. The mission of the council is to invest soybean checkoff dollars in well-defined research, marketing, education and commercialization programs. For more information, visit www. mnsoybean.org.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY, DEC. 13 Red Cross Bloodmobile, Harmony Community Center, 1-7pm Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels. For fundraiser info, call 507-867-3583.* Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* VFW Men’s Auxiliary meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall AA Meeting, 7pm, Faith United Methodist Church, Spring Valley. “Living in the Solution.” Newcomers welcome.* Adult Children Anonymous (formerly known as Adult Children of Alcoholics) meeting, 7pm. Call Deb 507-765-5336 for info.* Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pio neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian. Church, Mill St, Rushford.* WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14 American Red Cross Bloodmobile, 1-6pm, Lanesboro High School Gym Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-5pm. 1300 West Tracy Rd. Spring Valley.* VFW and Ladies Auxiliary meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall

Harmony AA meeting, 8pm, Harmony NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) Community Center, 3rd Ave SW, Meeting Meeting, Spring Valley Care Center Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for Room 1. Call 507-886-3240 for info.* info 507-765-4979. * Activity Room. Weigh-in from 5:456 p.m. Meeting from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Questions contact Judy at 507-346-2469.* THURSDAY, DEC. 15 SATURDAY, DEC. 17 Free Senior Coffee, 9am, Heritage Grove, Special Christmas service, Lenora Harmony.* United Methodist Church, 1:30pm. Bring Fillmore County Public Health Blood non-perishable food for the foodshelves. Pressure Clinic, 9:30-10:30am, City Lanesboro AA Group, 8:00pm, Hall, Wykoff. Bethlehem Lutbheran Church. For more info, call 507-251-1771 or 765-2518.* Storyhour, Harmony Public Library, 225 3rd Ave. SW, 11:00 – 11:45, Preschool ages, No School No Storyhour.* SUNDAY, DEC. 18 Canton Senior Citizens meet at 1pm for NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for cards and visiting, Canton Community info 507-765-4979. * Center.* Special Christmas service, Lenora Preston AA Group, 7:30pm, United United Methodist Church, 5pm and Methodist Church, Preston. For more 7:30pm. Bring non-perishable food for info, call 507-951-6029.* the foodshelves. Fountain AA Group closed meeting, FRIDAY, Dec. 16 7:30pm. Fountain Lutheran Church, Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, Senior south Main St. and Highway 52.* Citizens Day, 9am-10am. 1300 West Tracy Rd. Spring Valley, MN.* MONDAY, DEC. 19 Christmas at Uncle Phils Diner, Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane an evening of food and fun from the Estates, Preston.* fabulous 50’s. 6:30pm, Root River Community Church, Rushford. Tickets VFW Burger Nite, 5-8pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall. call 507-864-7074. Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.* M-C Trailbusters meet-7:30pm at the Mabel American Legion.

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65 Main Avenue North, Harmony Marcy Allen, LPC; Paul Broken, MA; Mark Bronson, MS, LICSW; Alan Rodgers, LGSW Psychotherapy, psychiatry, case management, adult rehab mental health services, domestic violence

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Sexual Assault Program ~ Victim/Witness Assistance Program Advocacy, information & assistance for victim/survivors of sexual assualt & other felony crimes. Community & professional education & consultation. Located in the Fillmore County Court House - Preston, MN Mon-fri 765-2805 or call 24 hr crisis line Toll-free 1-877-289-0636 All services are free & confidenital

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For sale: Top of the line Barca-lounger recliner & new Sealy posture pedic queensized mattress and box springs & frame. Call Christine (507)-993-6684. s12- x DH WINDOWS $179 Any size. Installation included. Year-Around-Installation. Order 4 or more. Customer pays recycling. Government financing available. BBB accredited contractor. Visit www.greensourcewindows.com or 888/690-9892 MCAN DISH Network. Starting at $19.99/month PLUS 30 Premium Movie Channels FREE for 3 Months! SAVE! & Ask About SAME DAY Installation! CALL 888-379-7065 (MFPA)

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Carpet, Furniture, Floors, Furnace Duct Cleaning, Fire & Water Damage, Janitorial Service.

The clean you expect Jeff Hebl, owner The service you deserve 507-467-4798 • Lanesboro, MN

CONSTRUCTION

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and Cabinetry

• Custom Cabinets • Roofing • siding H:507-268-4949

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MELDAHL CONSTRUCTION INC. PETERSON, MN 55962 • 507-875-2496 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: Grain Bin ConstruCtion

We Carry • Dryers • Grain Bins for Drying & Storage -Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors (And More!)

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Appliance Sales & Service • New & Used New Construction & Remodeling • In-Floor Heat • Drain Cleaning Call Dave or Dempsey • Cell: 507-259-4238 or 507-259-4239

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Diamond Shelter Sales of Minnesota, LLC

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Al lArson & sons

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EMPLOYMENT

WANTED

NOTICES

Live-in caretaker-free rent plus $250 per month. Local bed and breakfast. No children or pets. Call 1-800-803-6748. h5,12- o

ON-SITE Manager needed: Rushford Manor Apartments in Rushford is accepting applications for a site manager. Must have maintenance and administrative skills. Must live on-site. FREE rent + hourly wage. Employment application required and found on www.lifestyleinc.net or by calling 507-451-8524, tdds 507-451-0704. EOE h12,19- o

Wanted: Cars, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn- o

Main Ave. Harmony

Personal care attendant for man in home, some housekeeping, possible travel, no experience necessary! $13/hr. Spring Valley. 507-251-2978. h5,12- x Director of Maintenance: Are you interested in joining a creative health care team committed to person first care? Harmony Community Healthcare has an opening for Director of Maintenance. Class 1C boilers license is required and candidates must have a class 1C license or be willing to obtain a license. Knowledge and skills in various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems including boilers, compressors, generator, low voltage, painting and wall repair are preferred. The position is full time. The candidate must be willing to be on call 24/7. The position is benefit eligible. Obtain an application and job description at Harmony Community Healthcare. Send resume and application to Tim Samuelson, Administrator, Harmony Community Healthcare 815 Main Ave S Harmony, MN 55939 or email tjsamuel@gundluth.org. Application deadline is December 19, 2011. h12- o Chatfield Community Television (CCTV), a department of the City of Chatfield, is seeking a production contractor to aid the CCTV Administrator in the daily operations of CCTV-Channel 11 and its affiliated operations. The position will be paid as an independent contractor and be responsible for the set-up, taping and tear-down of certain CCTV events as well as other duties. The position requires flexible hours (averaging approximately 20 hours per month) and an ability to work evenings and occasional weekends based on the school and civic events calendar. This person will be required to learn most of the CCTV Administrator’s duties including event coverage preparation, scheduling events for playback (computerized), recruiting and scheduling volunteers, sponsorship sales, commercial production and management of production equipment. The contract will pay $300 per month. Send your resume with qualifications andreferences to Office of the City Clerk, 21 Southeast Second St., Chatfield, MN 55923 or jyoung@ci.chatfield.mn.us. h5,12- Spring Valley Senior Living is currently looking to fill a part-time evening cook position. Every other weekend worked is required. Experience is not necessary but will be preferred. To apply send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: Human Resources, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975, or e-mail hr@svseniorliving.com EOE. h5,12- o

Harmony Community Healthcare NursiNg AssistANts

NOW HIRING: Companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500.00 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 DEPT. MN-485. h12,19,26- x CCTV Production Assistant: Chatfield Community Television (CCTV), a department of the City of Chatfield, is seeking a production contractor to aid the CCTV Administrator in the daily operations of CCTV-Channel 11 and its affiliated operations. The position will be paid as an independent contractor and be responsible for the set-up, taping and tear-down of certain CCTV events as well as other duties. The position requires flexible hours (averaging approximately 20 hours per month) and an ability to work evenings and occasional weekends based on the school and civic events calendar. This person will be required to learn most of the CCTV Administrator’s duties including event coverage preparation, scheduling events for playback (computerized), recruiting and scheduling volunteers, sponsorship sales, commercial production and management of production equipment. The contract will pay $300 per month. Send your resume with qualifications and references to Office of the City Clerk, 21 Southeast Second St., Chatfield, MN 55923 or jyoung@ci.chatfield.mn.us. h12,19- o CHOOSE YOUR HOURS! Is there anyone in Minnesota who wants to earn some extra money with a part-time home-based business? Call now for free details. 800/2408340 (24 hour message) 800/621-2065 (Live). MCAN BOILER FIREMAN $22.30-$22.82/ hour. Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative, a leader in the sugar industry, has an immediate opening for a boiler house fireman at its Renville, Minnesota facility. Position requirements include: Minimum Minnesota 1st class boiler operator license. Working knowledge and ability to operate a coal fired boiler in a safe, efficient manner. Ability to work 12-hour, rotating shifts. We offer an excellent benefit package with very competitive health and dental plans, life insurance, 401(k), and pension. Apply online at www.smbsc. com or contact Carol at 320/329-4146 MCAN METAL BUILDING ERECTORS Western Canada opportunities. Relocation assistance provided, on-site accommodation. Wage: $25+, drug test req. Clark Builders. www.clarkbuilders.com careers@clarkbuilders.com F:888/403-3051 P:877/4166815 (VM). MCAN DRIVER - DRY AND REFRIGERATED Single source dispatch. No tractor older than 3 years. Daily pay! Various hometime options. CDL-A, 3 months current OTR experience. 800/414-9569 www.driveknight.com MCAN HELP WANTED!† Make $1000 a Week mailing brochures from home! Guaranteed Income! FREE Supplies! No experience required. Start Immediately! www. homemailerprogram.net (VOID IN SD) (MFPA)

PArt time PositioN every other Weekend

Competitive wages, flexible schedules, Weekend and shift differentials training & Certification provided Stop by, call, or email for more info Contact: Ruth McGarvey, RN, DON 815 Main Ave. South Harmony, MN 55939 507-886-6544, ext. 104 rmcgarvey@ harmonycommunityhealth.org

Part-Time Nursing Assistant Positions Available every other weekend plus call in. Will train and reimburse for classes, if not on the registry. Bonus-pay on Weekends and Shift Differential Contact Annette or stop by for an application.

Green Lea Manor Nursing Home 115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954

E.O.E.

(507) 493-5436

…because the journey matters

LOST/FOUND

you See e at thies Mov

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Lost: female Pomeranian Dog. Tannish and a little black. Area of Co. Rd. 115 and 351st Ave., Harmony. Lost Dec. 2nd. If found, contact Mose J. Miller, 38958 Co. 24, Canton, MN 55922. l12- o

Fri. Dec. 16th ………… 7:30pm Sat. Dec. 17th ………… 7:30pm Sun. Dec. 18th …. . …… 7:30pm

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THANK YOU We wish to thank everyone who remembered us with beautiful cards, gifts and flowers for our 60th Anniversary. A special “thank-you” to our children who made the day so special. Thank You. Robert & Marilyn Thompson t12- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ A Mound of Thanks… …to all the generous neighbors who donated materials, equipment, time and effort for the Pilot Mound Township Scrap Iron Drive last month. Early returns indicate a substantial “haul” for the Township. It is comforting to see what a little fellowship can accomplish in a time of tight belts and thin wallets. Once again, thank you. Thanks for your help, Karl Unnasch t12- o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THE FAMILY OF Ione ”Oney” Bigalk wishes to thank all for their sympathy and condolences at this time of loss. For those who sent cards, memorials, brought food, sent flowers, thank you. A special thank you to Pastor Betsy for her words of comfort and uplifting service, Bob Miller and Marsha Johnson for their beautiful music which added so much to the service, those who served as pallbearers and honoree pallbearers, the Greenfield service group for the lunch, Lindstrom funeral home for all their guidance and compassion. Thank you Pastor Betsy and Pastor Kyle for being there for Oney and for us when we needed you. The Harmony Healthcare staff for the wonderful care, and love they gave Oney for the last few years of her life, she thought of you as her extended family, Thank you. Lee & Diane Bigalk Steve & Rosanne Casterton Ethan, Lucas & Garett Casterton Rich & Dawn Bigalk Ian & Morgan Bigalk Virginia Bigalk Jeff & Deb Erickson, Daisha Erickson Phyllis Hagen t12- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I would like to say thank you to all of my family and friends for my surprise 80th birthday party. To my family for the surprise family dinner and to all my family and friends for the wonderful cards, gifts and birthday wishes. God bless you all! Ruth Zafft t12- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We’re writing this thank you to the Fillmore Central Band Department for providing such a wonderful holiday concert on Monday evening, December 5. The various bands and ensembles, along with the soloists did an excellent job. A young “rapper” from near Greenleafton had a stellar performance on his solo. Good job Connor!!! Congratulations to all who had a part in putting this program together, especially Mr. and Mrs. Powell for their very professional leadership. In addition, we thank the music deparmtent for helping each year with the programs that the Veterans of our communities sponsor. Their willingness to be part of Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Veteran’s Day programs is greatly appreciated. Thanks again for the program Monday night. Ron & Pat Scheevel Preston t12- o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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AUCTION CALENDAR Mon., Dec. 12 - 12:00noon, Hay & Straw Auction at Preston dairy & Farm of Canton, MN. For more info. contact Gehling Auction, Inc. 507-765-2131, www.gehlingauction. com. Thur., Dec. 29 - 9:30am, Year End Consignment Auction at Gehling Implement and Auction Co., Preston, MN. For more info. contact Gehling Auction, Inc. 507-765-2131, www.gehlingauction.com. On-line AuctiOn infOrmAtiOn

Bidding Ends Mon., Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. Selling Miscellaneous Items. Darr Auction Co. www.darrauctions.com Bidding Starts Tues., Dec. 27 - Selling Farm Machinery. Gehling Auction Co. 1-800-7700347 or gehling@gehling.com. On-Line Auctions -Fitness Equipment, Infrared Heating Systems, Misc. - Call 612701-8677 or www.Bid-2-Buy.Com

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AUTOS

1999 Tahoe Hunters Edition, very good condition. $5,200. 507-884-4044. a5,12x For sale: 1195 Ford F150. 106,000 miles, works well. $1900/obo. 507-7724472. a12,19,26- o Nice Chevy pickup- 1977 $3,700. Dependable 2000 Ford Windstar 132,000 mi. $1,500. Phone 507-498-3675. a9/20tfnx CASH FOR CARS: All cars/trucks wanted. Running or not! Top dollar paid. We come to you! Any make/model. Call for instant offer: 800/871-9145 MCAN

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AlwAys CAll RAndy BARnes

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Preston

3 bdrm, 3 bath, walkout rambler on 1+ acre, vaulted ceilings, master suite, MF laundry. 3 car detatched insulated, heated garage w/ workshop & 3/4 bath. 420 Parkside Dr. $279,900 MLS#4032983

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Bedroom, 2 Bath and attached 3 season porch. One car detached garage and Flat Lot. $64,900 $59,900 MLS #4031651

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VeRy seCluded spot Lots of privacy. Twelve year old large modular home on 25 acres. Beautiful country setting. Hunter’s dream area. 40’ x 80’ pole shed of which 40’ is insulated shop. Could be handy man’s dream. Bring horses and four-wheelers, plenty of room and trails. 16165 351st Ave, Harmony. $165,000. Always call Randy Barnes for appointment, 507-251-3271. ReCently loweRed $10K Well kept older home on large lot in nice neighborhood, newer kitchen, stained glass window, open staircase, main floor living, newer roof, priced to move. 225 3rd Ave. SE, Harmony. $49,900. Always call Randy Barnes for appointment, 507-251-3271.

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Email RoxanneJohnson@remax.net Reduced: 4 bdrm, 2 ½ bath home. LL familyrm, brick fireplace, masterbedrm, walk-in closets. 24 x 26 det garage. Deck & screen porch. Reduced $122,900 Reduced: Lovely ranch home. Large kitchen with tons of cabinets, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, stackable laundry. 26 x 32 insulated garage Harmony $119,900 Reduced: 2 bdrm, ranch home on corner lot. Open kitchen-dining with breakfast bar. 2 car att garage. A must see at Harmony$112,000 Reduced: Large 2 story home 4 bdrms, updated kitchen & baths. Familyroom, fireplace, deck, garage, gardens Mabel $108,900 sPacious sPlit: Many updates, 4 bdrm , 2 bath, 2 fireplaces. Att 2 car garage. Updated siding, shingles, and windows. Ideal location, Harmony $132,500 Just RiGht: 2 bedroom Ranch, nice layout, oak hardwood floors, many updates. Covered patio, and X lg 1 car Garage $72,500 wondeRFul location: This nice starter home is move in condition. 3 bedrooms, newer 2 car heated garage, Large lot Preston $68,900

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new listinG: Well kept 3 bedroom ranch. Spacious lower level, garage $82,500 Harmony

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Reduced! 5 acRe hobby FaRm: Large 4 bedroom, 2 story, 2 baths & main floor laundry. 28x28 garage new 2010, perm siding, shingles. Det. heated shop w/220, 60x45 pole shed, 3 acres tillable. Greenleafton area $124,900 PRetty as a PostcaRd: 30 acres with move in ready 6 bedroom home, large 2 car heated garage, 36 x 48 steel shed. Fenced pasture, creek $ 272,900

HousE & sHop Nice one level living home with 3 bedrooms, mainfloor laundry includes 24 x 40 detached building with 12 x 40 attached garage. Greenleafton $64,900

bluFF toP Views: Modern living with the arts & crafts feel, this charming 2 bdrm home is move in ready. Lanesboro. $96,900

why Rent Efficient and well maintained home on good sized lot. Harmony $35,900

2002 custom built 3 bdrm, 3 bath home. Open & bright main floor. LL fireplace, walk out. Deck spans south side. Breathtaking 5 mile views. $244,900 Lanesboro.

bRinG an oFFeR! 3 bdrm Split level home with 2 car garages on good sized lot. Canton $47,500

Just like new: Totally redone from top to bottom, this 3 bdrm 2 story,new kitchen, baths, Harmony $85,000

histoRic bRick home: Ideal location and picturesque setting. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, great yard, outbuildings. 24.7 top grade soil. Harmony. $212,000

bRick home on corner lot. 3 bdrm, new listinG: 3 bdrm ranch,oak 2 bath,Oak wood floors, open staircase, hardwood floors, large open dining new listinG: Large 2 story, 4 bdrm, wonderful enclosed & open porches. -family area, Master bedroom, walk 2 bath, home. Original features, built Garden & garage in closet, deck, 6 car att garage almost ins, hardwood floors, large pantry, home an acre available. $75,900 Additional oRiGinal FeatuRes:3 bdrm 2 office. Garage, steel shed, Harmony 3.8 acre farm land/lot: for sale bath , 2 story home, original wood work, $129,900 $20,350 pillars. New windows, kitchen, bath. Lg 2 car garage with shop. Mabel Reduced 40 secluded acRes: Good mixture of mostly woods with Reduced! 21+ acres offers room for livestock, horses, and hobbies! 2 story farm house with walk open ares, super hunting, camping, good access. Drake Rd, $86,500 out basement has a charming layout Lanesboro chuRchhill condos: A lifestyle to enjoy! Two bedroom, lanesboRo: buildable lot 1/3 of an acre, awesome view on and well maintained. 20x20 detached 2 bath condo, cherry wood cabinets, granite countertops, maple edge of town city utilities $31,000 garage plus 28x32 shop, 58x84 shed, hardwood flooring 12ft ceilings with Mission stained glass light buildinG lots: Newest subdivision in Harmony -8 nice and a 24x60 barn with box stall, standing fixtures. Enjoy incredible views, easy access to trails, shopping, sized lots, some walk outs, starting at $14,900 stalls. Good pasture & mature windbreak theater $150,000 Lanesboro & stream $179,900 new listinG: Commercial Lot Main St Canton $5900

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307 11th aVe. ne, stewaRtVille, $109,900, Reduced new listinG - Great home, excellent location, awesome price! 3 bdrm ranch style home. Lower level ready for finishing touches. Nice eat in kitchen and newer stove. Neutral carpet in living room and m. bdrm. 2 car detached garage, cement drive and some updated landscaping in the front yard. The living room has a large picture window making it bright and cheery.

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108 N. Washington Ave., spring Valley, $89,900 New Listing- Prepared to be wowed with this 4 bdrm 2 bath home. Numerous updates with newer kitchen with cherry cabinets, finished lower level with gas fireplace and wet bar, hardwood floors, original wood work, newer windows, updated 200 amp electrical, fenced back yard and convenient location near downtown. businesses, library and post office.

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lanesboRo - Charm and character describe this home with original Douglas fir floors. Main floor has high ceilings and archways for character. Lower level is partially sheetrocked. Newer 2 car garage and great location to state trails & park. $114,900 PReston - This large rambler sits on quiet street & had great views of deck. Home has been updated. Large open kitchen and dining room, living room, large master bedroom, and main floor laundry. Large lower level family room with w/out to covered patio. New siding, windows flooring and heated garage. was $139,900 now $129,900 PReston - townhome - Gorgeous views of countryside and golf course. 9’ ceilings, beautiful custom cabinets, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor laundry and 2 car heated garage. Lower level family room is finished in tongue and groove pine and w/o to patio. was $149,900, now $139,900

lots FoR sale - Chatfield - Fingerson & Donahoe - 1st Subdivison - Lots Starting At - $29,900

408 s Broadway Ave., spring Valley $45,000 - Affordable 2 story home. 4-5 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, hardwood floors, eat in kitchen, dinette area, formal dining room, main floor laundry, main floor bedroom located on large corner lot. Property needs some updating - but great room size and plenty of room to grow. Own for less than rent!

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chatField - Older home on large lot located close Fountain - Ideal home to remodel and earn some equity. New vinyl sidto high school and pool. ing, roof, windows, furVinyl siding, enclosed nace and electrical. Wood porch, main floor laundry floors, living room, dining and wood floors. Would room, main floor laundry, also make a good rental 3 bedrooms and large lot. property. $54,900 chatField - 3+ bedroom rambler w/2 baths, newer Schools can be Chatfield, Lanesboro or Fillmore Central. windows, gas fireplace, 2 Great price at $46,900 lanesboRo - great locacar garage, vinyl siding. tion close to state bike trail Located close to parks and great views of the sceand downtown. All applinic bluffs. Small studio cottage is ideal for weekend ances will stay. $129,900 getaway. Room to expand. $119,900 chatField - Turn of the century home on large corner lot. Main floor master bedroom, main floor laundry, wood floors, 9’ ceilings, builtins, screened in porch and (28x32) garage/ shop. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, all brick exterior, storage shed, garden area, and combo heat (nat. gas and wood). $125,900 chatField - townhouse - Great price on this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse. Formal dining room, living room, open kitchen with center island. Family room in lower level with w/o to patio and fenced yard. Deck is covered and ideal for relaxing. 2+ garage is insulated and sheetrocked. now $134,900 chatField - Spectacular walkout ranch, loaded with extras. Open floor plan offers 3 bedrooms on main floor, main floor laundry, hickory wood floors, 2 gas fireplaces, granite countertops, maple cabinets and trim. Master bedroom with private bath w/ ceramic walk-in shower and whirlpool tub, race track ceiling and w/in closet. Lower level family room walks out to patio with built in grill, rec room & 4th bedroom & bath. Reduced $249,900

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new listinG: What a delight! 2 bdroom ranch, renovated kitchen & Bath, 6 panel oak doors, updates also include plumbing, windows, furnace. 2 car det, deck $69,900 Harmony

new listinG: 3 bedroom ranch bordering the country. Att 1 car garage, deck $84,900 Harmony

141 penny Lane LeRoy selleR motiVated huGe PRice Reduction - bRinG us an oFFeR $109,000 3 bdrm 2 bath, split. Newer subdivision. Up-dated & remodeled, greenhouse/garden shed, garage & heated workshop area. Great place to call home with the large deck overlooking the back yard. Newer hoist w/10,000 lb. lift in garage.

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25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939

RochesteR -townhome - Hard to find townhome in Salem Point. Enjoy the water view from the 4-season porch or private patio. Large living room w/fireplace, separate formal dining room, master bedroom w/full bath and w/in closet. Open kitchen w/ center island. 2nd level has 2 additional bdrms, full bath & family room. now $345,000 whalan - Remodeled rambler conveniently located next to state bike trail. 3 bedrooms on main floor, new flooring, hickory cabinets, new siding, large deck & new windows and roof. Ideal for weekend getaway or permanent home. now $99,900 FaRm/acReaGes chatField - 6.5 acRes Completely remodeled country home with all the charm and character. Additional house and 1.1 acres available. Schools - St.Charles or Chatfield. Kitchen w/ maple cabinets, tile flooring, large center island & updated appliances. Fir wood floors, 9’ ceilings, mud room, formal living room & dining room w/pocket doors, family room & main floor bath w/claw tub. 2nd level: 4 bedrooms, bath & walk-up attic. Lower level finished w/stucco walls, has family room, rec room & bar area. New furnace with wood/lp combo. Central vac, new windows, updated wiring & plumbing. Many outbuildings for animals & 5 car garage. $325,000

FaRm/acReaGes chatField - Great location for this 5 bedroom, 4 bath 2-story home on 1.7 acre lot backing up to woods. Main floor has open floor plan w/kitchen, kitchen dining, living room w/fireplace, 4-season porch, formal dining room & laundry. Lower level is finished with family room w/fireplace and w/o to patio, 2 additional bedrooms, kitchenette/wet bar, & 3/4 bath. 3-car insulated garage, 2 patios, private fenced yard, & 20x26 carriage house w/TV, phone & ethernet. $369,900 lanesboRo - 14 acre paradise just north of Lanesboro. 1 mile from Eagle Bluff, close to Root River & State Trail. Ideal for horses or cattle. Large open kitchen & formal dining room, newer living room with fireplace and knotty pine. Main floor laundry, 4-season porch, large deck with hot tub, sauna, putting green and more. Barn w/shop above and heated shop/ garage below. PReston - 15 acres - gorgeous setting for the 15 aces w/great hunting. House has been updated & remodeled. Vinyl siding, wrap around deck, new c/a & woodburner/ l/p combo for heat. Garage has 10’ door & is hooked-up for in-floor heat. Shop is heated & has air plus 1/2 bath. You’ll love the privacy & the setting. $209,900 $199,900

commeRcial - Business not closing, just for sale. Wykoff - Gold st. Restaurant - Established restaurant, turn key operation. Building completely renovated, equipment is newer and all inventory stays. Restaurant menu offers pizza, steak and fish specials, and more. Ideal for catering & deliveries. Additional dining area in lower level. $285,000

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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTice There will be a meeting of the FillmoreHouston Joint Board of Health on Tuesday, December 13, 2011, at Good Times Restaurant, 118 Bissen St., Caledonia, MN. The meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m. Loretta Lillegraven Financial Supervisor Houston County Public Health Publish 5,12 carimona township residents Until further notice, Carimona Township monthly meetings will be held at 7:00pm on the first Monday of each month at the Preston Emergency Services Building. Linda Marzolf, Clerk Publish 12,19

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PUBLIC NOTICES Amherst Township Meeting Regular meeting on December 12, 2011, at 8pm, was moved to Tuesday, December 13, 2011, at 8pm. Hugh F. Fendry II Township Clerk Publish 12 notice to publishers Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 o’clock A.M. January 3rd, 2012 By the County Auditor-Treasurer of Fillmore County, Preston, Minnesota, on Behalf of the Fillmore County Board of Commissioners for the following County Printing for the year 2012 •2012 OFFICIAL PAPER •PUBLICATION OF 2011 FINANCIAL STATEMENT •PUBLICATION OF 2012 DELINQUENT TAX LIST The right is reserved to reject any or all bids and to waive any defects. Dated at Preston, Minnesota this 1st day of November 2011. Shirl L. Boelter Fillmore County Auditor-Treasurer Preston, Minnesota 507-765-2666 Publish 5,12

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Summary of minutes November 22, 2011 County Board Meeting The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press. The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: RESOLUTION 2011-063: Conditional Use Permit for Eli & Lydia Hershberger, for sawmill, Canton Township RESOLUTION 2011-064: Minnesota Commissioner of Transportation as agent for federal projects The Board approved the following agenda items: • the agenda. • the following amended Consent Agenda: • November 8, 2011 minutes. • Family and Medical Leave for employee #176. • Step increase for Rebecca Burland, Social Worker. • Step increase for Sylvia Leitzen, Support Enforcement Aide. • Step increase for Vicky Giese, Social Worker. • Appointment of Paula Melver, Registered Nurse, and Kari Cahill, Social Worker, as her alternate to Technology/Land Records/Geographic Information Systems Committee. • Overnight stay for Commissioner Kaase. • Overnight stays for Auditor/Treasurer, Accounting Technician Lead and Accounting Technician to attend seminar. • Family and Medical Leave for employee # 956. • 2012 Purchase of Services agreement with Workforce Development, Inc. • add Wendy Ebner, Social Services Supervisor, to approve Social Services Division payments, reports, and payroll forms during absence of Social Services Manager. • authorize update of signature card on file for Fillmore County Social Welfare Fund account. • ratification statement for 2012 Property Tax maintenance and support agreement with MCCC and ACS. • ratification statement for 2012 CamaUSA maintenance and support agreement with MCCC and ACS. • disallow invoice from Arendahl Township for grading. • purchase of ten computers at State Contract pricing. The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Baudler, Baudler, Maus & Blahnik, services $600.00 CDW Government, Inc., equipment purchases $1,638.42 DCVAST, Inc., equipment purchase $3,798.98 Fillmore County Soil & Water Conservation, services, publications $8,024.52 Fowler Oil Co., gas $542.51 Hewlett-Packard Company, equipment purchase $695.60 Independent Stationers, supplies $503.92 Kelly Printing & Signs, supplies $698.53 Matthew Bender & Co., Inc., reference materials $679.81 McNamara, Glen, feedlot cost share $3,520.00 Mid America Business Systems, services $4,048.36 MN Office of Enterprise Technology, services $1,122.00 Preston Auto Parts, supplies $748.66 Red Wing Software, annual maintenance fee $576.82 Root River Appliances & Floor Coverings, equipment purchase $533.31 SE MN Area Agency, 2012 allocation $6,097.00 Staples Advantage, supplies $753.51 Streicher’s, supplies $1,081.68 West Payment Center, reference materials $1,862.48 Winona Heating & Ventilating, services $2,082.53 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $39,608.64 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (56 bills - not listed) $9,160.12 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $48,768.76 INFRASTRUCTURE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Quality Construction, services $5,380.00 TOTAL INFRASTRUCTURE FUND $5,380.00 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount ARM Registration Office, registration fees $600.00 Bruening Rock Products, Inc., rock $20,649.16 G & K Services, supplies $559.21 Hovey Oil Co., Inc., gas $12,783.22 LaCrosse Truck Center, Inc., parts $919.67 Manahan Machine Shop, Inc., parts $885.27 Ruffridge Johnson Equipment Company, parts $855.01 Traffic Marking Service, Inc., services $8,911.48 Universal Truck Equipment, Inc., parts $5,938.78 Widseth Smith Nolting & Assoc., services $12,277.90 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $64,379.70 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (20 bills - not listed) $2,757.91 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $67,137.61 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $0.00 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (2 bills - not listed) $429.72 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $429.72 AIRPORT FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Deters, Isaac, services $2,571.41 Professional Engineering Services, services $7,265.02 TOTAL AIRPORT FUND $9,836.43 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Karen Brown, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566. Publish 12

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-11-946 Estate of Joseph Kirk Kunert a/k/a Joseph K. Kunert a/k/a Joe Kunert Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INSTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is ordered and notice is given that on December 30, 2011, at 1:00 pm, a hearing will be held in this court at Fillmore County District Court, Courthouse, Preston, Minnesota, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the descendent, and for the appointment of Betty J. Kunert whose address is 14652 County Road 14, Spring Valley, MN 55975 as personal representative of the Estate of the Descedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with full power to adminster the estate, including the power to collect all assets, pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real estate and personal property, and do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801, all creditors havingclaims against the Estate are required to present claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or claims will be barred. Robert R. Benson Judge of District Court James D. Attwood Court Administrator /s/ Lynn Benson Deputy Attorney for Personal Representative Kelly M. Wagner #0314031 Baudler, Baudler, Maus & Blahnik 124 North Broadway PO Box 1268 Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7301 Fax: (507) 346-2537 Publish 5,12

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-11-812 In Re: Estate of Harriet Lillian Heckerson a/k/a Harriet L. Heckerson a/k/a Lil Heckerson Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS Notice is given that Informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated 3/11/94 has been filed with the registrar. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Vicki M. Tate, whose address is 309 Huron Avenue, Spring Valley, MN 55975 as Personal Representative of the estate of the above decedent, has been made. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative, and the personal representative is empowered to fully administer the estate, including, after 30 days from the date of the issuance of her letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate, unless objections thereto are filed with the Court (pursuant to Section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders. Notice is further given that all creditors having claims against the said estate are required to present the same to said personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred. Dated:10/24/2011 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar JAMES D. ATTWOOD Court Administrator Kelly M. Wagner #0314031 Baudler, Baudler, Maus & Blahnik 124 North Broadway PO Box 1268 Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7301 Fax: (507) 346-2537 Publish 5,12

TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiffs everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: ALL THAT PROPERTY STATED AND DESCRIBED ON EXHIBIT “A” ANNEXED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF BY REFERENCE. The object of this action is to determine that the defendants have no right, title, estate, interest, or lien in or on the above described real estate. NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM No personal claim is made against any of the defendants in the action above entitled. Dated: November 30, 2011 DAVID A. JOERG P.A. by:____/S/______________________ David A. Joerg Atty # 50404 Attorney for Plaintiffs 209 St. Paul Street S.W. P.O. Box 257 Preston, MN 55965 Phone: 507-765-3862 Fax: 507-765-3863 Exhibit A That part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW /4 SE 1/4) of Section 27, Township 101 North, Range 8 West, City of Mabel, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast Corner of said NW 1/4 SE 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 54 minutes 45 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the East line of said NW 1/4 SE 1/4, 452.05 feets to the Southerly Right-of-Way line of C.S.A.H. No. 34; thence South 57 degrees 39 minutes 00 seconds West along said R.O.W. line, 158.00 feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence South 01 degree 49 minutes 16 seconds 16 seconds East, 541.36 feet; thence South 57 degrees 36 minutes 37 seconds West, 208.25 feet; thence South 01 degree 49 minutes 16 seconds East, 15.00 feet to the centerline of a creek; thence North 45 degrees 01 minute 08 seconds West along said centerline, 49.79 feet; thence North 73 degrees 59 minutes 28 seconds West along said centerline, 70.46 feet; thence North 01 degree 49 minutes 16 seconds West, 439.00 feet to said Southerly R.O.W. line; thence North 57 degrees 39 minutes 00 seconds East along said R.O.W. line, 325.60 feet to the point of beginning and containing 3.36 acres, more or less. Subject to any easements of record. Publish 5,12,19

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STATE of Minnesota COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 23-CV-11-944 Case Type: OT – Quiet Title Action MARK A. WEIDEMANN and MICHELLE L. WEIDEMANN, husband and wife, Plaintiffs, vs. JIMMY LOUIS NICHOLS and BETSEY NICHOLS, husband and wife; JASON L. VICKERMAN and SHANNON L. VICKERMAN, also known as SHANNON L. EHLER-VICKERMAN, husband and wife; KEVIN VANG, a single person; TODD EIKEN and BARBARA EIKEN, husband and wife; M & A DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, a Partnership; BANK OF THE WEST, its successors and assigns; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (MERS); FIRST SOUTHEAST BANK, its successors and assigns; ASSOCIATED MORTGAGE, LLC; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, acting through the FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, its successors and assigns, now known as the FARM SERVICE AGENCY; and OTHILDE J. GUNDERSON, deceased; also, the unknown heirs of any of the hereinbefore named defendants who may be deceased; also, all other persons or parties unknown, claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint herein, Defendants. ) SUMMONS THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED O THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiffs have started a lawsuit against the above named defendants. The original of Plaintiffs’ Complaint is on file in the office of the court administrator of the above named court. These are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Summons located at: David A. Joerg DAVID A. JOERG, P.A. P.O. Box 257 Preston, MN 55965 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiffs’ Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiffs should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 23-CV-11-936 THE ESTATE OF ELIZABETH JANE CULVER, AKA BETTY CULVER, PEGGY BAKER, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE, PLAINTIFF, VS. HOWARD C. HILL, RENA MAE HILL, KATIE MAY CULVER, KATIE M. CULVER, RUSSELL M. CULVER, R.M. CULVER, CHARLES M. CULVER, ALSO, ALL OTHER PERSONS UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, INTEREST, OR LIEN IN THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN, INCLUDING THE HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES AND DEVISEES OF ANY OF THE FOREGOING DEFENDANTS WHO ARE DECEASED, DEFENDANTS. SUMMONS THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The original Plaintiff’s Complaint is on file at the office of the Court Administrator of the above named Court. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must

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PUBLIC NOTICES give or mail to the person who signed this Summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Summons located at the following address: Matthew J. Opat, P.A. Attorney at Law PO Box 455 22 SE Second Street Chatfield, MN 55923 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: See attached Legal Description. The object of this action is to determine that the defendants have no right, title, estate, interest, or lien in or on the above described real estate. NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM. No personal claim is made against any of the defendants in the action above entitled. Dated: November 21, 2011 MATTHEW J. OPAT, P.A. Matthew J. Opat Attorney for Plaintiff P.O. Box 455 Chatfield, MN 55923 Tel. No. 507-867-4080 Atty. Reg. No. 82636 LEGAL DESCRIPTION – 0.55 Acres Outlot 9 and that part of Outlot 10 in O.H. Case’s Plat of Outlots to the City of Chatfield, in that part of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NE 1/4 SE 1/4) of Section 6, and that part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (SW 1/4 NW 1/4), and that part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NW 1/4 SW 1/4) of Section 5, all in Township 104 North, Range 11 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly Corner of Block 35, Original Town Plat to said City of Chatfield; thence South 45 degrees 25 minutes 17 seconds West (for purposes of this description the Northeasterly line of Outlots 7 through 13 of said O.H. Case’s Plat of Outlots is assumed to bear South 45 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East), 80.00 feet to the Northerly Corner of said Outlot 7; thence South 45 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along said Northeasterly line of said Outlot 7 and Outlot 8 (the Southwesterly line of River Street), 380.00 feet to the Northerly Corner of said Outlot 9 and to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence continuing South 45 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the Northeasterly line of said Outlot 9 and Outlot 10, 73.67 feet; thence South 45 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 236.00 feet to the East line of said NE 1/4 SE 1/4; thence South 03 degrees 40 minutes 30 seconds East along said East line, 59.03 feet to the Southeasterly line of said Outlot 10; thence South 45 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West along said Southeasterly line, 25.02 feet to the Southerly Corner of said Outlot 10; thence North 45 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West along the Southwesterly line of said Outlot 10 and along the Southwesterly line of said Outlot 9, 118.00 feet to the Westerly Corner of said Outlot 9; thence North 45 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the Northwesterly line of said Outlot 9, 300.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 0.55 acres, more or less. Subject to any easements of record. Publish 5, 12,19

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