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Moulton Chinchilla Ranch flourishes outside of Chatfield By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

It all started when Dan Moulton’s parents purchased six chinchillas for $1,500 in 1966. Ever since then, Moulton has been raising and selling the soft, furry animals. Chinchillas are originally from Peru and Chile. When they’re full-grown, they weigh between one and one-and-a-half pounds. Their fur is extremely soft and full, and they can live up to 20 years. The most common color of fur is gray, but the adorable rodents can also be black, white,

Jason Worden, left, and Jeremy Rabe feel a sense of accomplishment after completing their final monthly canoe trip of 2016. Photo by Barb Jeffers By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

A love of canoeing and the outdoors brought two lifelong friends together to fulfill a goal in 2016. Jason Worden of Chatfield, Minn., and Jeremy Rabe of La Crescent, Minn., grew up together in Chatfield, were in the same graduating class of 1996, and have remained close friends since. Although “life” happens people get married and have children, responsibilities pile up and commitments must be met - these two men have managed to carve out time for friends. After canoeing/kayaking together since the age of 15, these two friends have spent many hours on the water, whether just the two of them or with a group

of friends and family. They went on their first canoe trip together back in 1993 and have continued canoeing together since, many times choosing to camp overnight and other times just doing days trips. At the beginning of 2016, Worden and Rabe made a pledge to canoe the Root River every month of the year. The idea began in 2013 as Rabe explains, “We tried to get every month of that year but we missed one month,” so they were determined to complete their goal in 2016 through “snow, ice, rain and sunshine,” states Worden. “January was always the tough one to try to get because it’s always frozen over,” says Worden, explaining, “there was a mild winter, probably four years ago, and we just couldn’t line up our All stores will be open New Year’s Eve 7am-9pm New Year’s Day 8am-6pm

schedules to go” that January. This year, on January 2, 2016, the river was still open, so the two said, “let’s do it,” and they were able to float all the way down the river to their destination through the ice except one spot “which was a tight corner, where we had to get out and couldn’t paddle through, about a hundred yards over land” and then they were able to get back in the water. After the first trip of 2016, the two friends have canoed a stretch of the Root River each month anywhere from Chatfield to the Mississippi River. On December 10, 2016, with the temperature in the teens and a winter weather advisory issued for the area, Worden and Rabe put their canoe and kayak in the See PADDLE Page 2 

or beige. “My favorite are the black ones,” remarked Moulton. Chinchillas are sociable animals and can grow very attached to their owners. They don’t make much noise, but have about five different sounds that they make occasionally. Female chinchillas can have up to six babies in their lifetime. Unlike other members of the rodent family, chinchillas are born with their eyes open and a full coat of fur. In 1988, Moulton bought the See CHINCHILLA Page 8 

DNR plans swift actions to tackle Chronic Wasting Disease By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Between 700 and 800 local hunters turned out for the DNR’s special meeting in Preston on December 15 to address their Chronic Wasting Disease response plan. The DNR had only expected about 400 people at the meeting, so by the time the meeting began, extra chairs had been brought into the gym as there was standing room only. “We hope to be on the front end of this infection. Our goal is to eliminate the disease,” began Dr. Michelle Carstensen. She explained that the DNR’s plan is to limit deer to deer contact through a recreational feeding ban in Fillmore, Mower, Olmsted, Houston, and Winona counties and a special hunt that will go from December 31 to January 15. Mandatory testing

for Chronic Wasting Disease and a carcass export restriction will be imposed. “The goal is to sample 900 adult deer that are over 1.5 years of age to provide us with 99% confidence that the disease prevalence is not greater than 0.5%,” Dr. Carstensen added. “We’re not attempting to eradicate the deer. That’s not practical, feasible, or necessary.” Chronic Wasting Disease is a Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies/TSE or Prion Disease that is not caused by virus, fungus, or bacteria. It cannot be transmitted to humans or cattle. It is a neurological disease that causes dementia, uncoordination, abnormal behavior, and loss of body condition. There

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river at approximately 11 a.m. at the Hwy. 16 canoe launch between Lanesboro, Minn., and Whalan, Minn., for the 14 1/2 mile trip to Peterson, Minn. As they floated down the river and out of the sight, the sun was bright and it was a cool, crisp winter day. As the afternoon progressed, the snow began to fall, lightly at first, but then quickly the snowflakes became larger and more frequent until visibility was affected. The area received several inches of snow over the course of the day. Although the weather, combined with ice on the river, slowed the paddlers down, it did not stop them. At approximately 4:30 p.m, after 5 1/2 hours on the water, dark floating objects worked their way around the final bend before Peterson until they got

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close enough to be recognized as canoers. After paddling their way near the shore, their adventure was not over, as they needed to get onto the shore. “The tough part about the ice isn’t the actual canoeing, it’s when you get out there is usually a foot or two of ice off the shore,” which the men must break through using their canoes until they can get onto the shore, hopefully without getting wet, explains Rabe. With snow settled on their hats, on Rabes’ beard, and on their canoe and kayak, it was a chilly sight, but as the experienced outdoorsmen dressed appropriately, they were not too uncomfortable. Always being prepared, they had brought extra clothes in waterproof bags just in case, but thankfully, they were not needed. As the friends came ashore, we were able to commemorate the

moment in photographs. Rabe and Worden have many photos of the trips completed in 2016, and seeing the difference in the scenery over the months is very interesting. The canoe trips they completed in 2016 include: • January 2 - Parsley bridge to Allen’s bridge • February 27-28 - Parsley bridge to Moen’s bridge • March 26 - Parsley bridge to Moen’s bridge • April 15 - Parsley bridge to Allen’s bridge • May 28-30 - Moen’s bridge to Rushford, Minn. • June 26 - Parsley bridge to Allen’s bridge • July 24 - County Road 2 access to Parsley bridge • August 24 - Hokah to the Mississippi River • September 30 - Houston, Minn., to Hokah, Minn. • October 19 - 22 County Rd. 2 access to the Mississippi River

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! • November 12 - County Road 2 access to Parsley bridge • December 10 - Hwy 16 access to Peterson, Minn. “Jeremy and I have canoed about 230 miles total on our monthly trips,” states Worden, noting that another mutual lifelong friend, Scott Touhy, of Rochester, Minn., has accompanied them on several of their canoe trips, including their final trip of the year in December. Worden and his wife Alesha have three boys - Henry, 10, Charlie, almost 6, and Joey, 3. Rabe and his wife Emy have two daughters - Autumn, 12, and Lilly, 9. When asked if their families think they are crazy Worden quickly responds “yes” they do. Worden says they usually go canoeing in the summer “like normal people” and then adds “but the canoeing season kind of got longer and longer and then it was a challenge,” he said. While spending time on the

river on a regular basis, Worden and Rabe see the drastic changes in scenery. “The cool thing about going every month; the river looks so different one month to another month,” says Worden. “By November, the water starts to get super clear... and it will stay like that until March,” states Rabe. They also see a lot of wildlife, including deer, beaver and many other animals. During their trip in October, they saw over 50 bald eagles; one group of over 30 and another group of at least 15. “I have never seen that many of them together,” says Rabe, and it was something they will always remember. All of the canoe trips in 2016 created many great memories for Worden and Rabe, as Worden explains, “We are just good friends that really enjoy the river no matter what time of year,” and also enjoy spending time with friends in the outdoors.

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Our worst day may be somebody’s best day By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com As we approach the holidays, it presents an opportunity for us to reflect on our past, present, and future. And, reflection can often help us revisit what is most important in our lifelong journey. About 20 Jason Sethre years ago, when I was fresh in the newspaper business, I worked at a large daily newspaper with over 250 employees. One particularly memorable day, a sales manager came into the office and was distraught about how his morning had unraveled. Another manager asked him what was wrong, because he was normally rather chipper. “I got a flat tire on my Porsche,” he replied. The other manager laughed and said, “I don’t think I’d tell anybody about the reason you’re having a bad day. You own a Porsche! There are many people who would love to say they got a flat tire on their Porsche.” That flat-tire Porsche owner hadn’t seen his experience in that frame of mind. His bad day was somebody else’s good day, depending on how you look at it. Angels among us Over the holidays, I encourage everyone to look around at the people you see every single day -- maybe at the grocery store, gas station, or bank. We never know what challenges they may be facing in their lives, and possibly without the help of family Editorial Cartoon

or friends. There are a lot of people in our area who have lost someone in their family, and the holidays become a very difficult time. A lonely time. Cherry Grove United Methodist Church hosted a “Blue Christmas” service on Wednesday, December 21, for anyone in the area who may have been feeling “blue” this Christmas. I commend this church for seeking to lift people up during possible days of sadness, anger, pain, or fear. Shaking someone’s hand, giving them a friendly smile, and sincerely asking them how their day is going can sure go a long way. All of us have difficult days, but some of us have more struggles than others. Hebrews 13:2, “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it.” Most fruitful In early December, with the Christmas tree nearly touching the ceiling in our living room, red and green decorations galore, and holiday music filling our household every single day, I asked my 12-year-old daughter if she was excited about Christmas. She said, “Yes, of course.” “Why?” I asked. “Because we get to spend time with our family. I get to see my cousins. And, I love the Christmas decorations and music!” she replied. “What about the presents?” quizzically, I replied. And, then she surprised me with, “I don’t care about the gifts. I just look forward to spending time with our family.” Over the holidays, may your time with family and friends be most fruitful.

Want to govern effectively, Mr. Trump? By Lee Hamilton As Mario Cuomo said, politicians campaign in poetry but have to govern in prose. Now we have a presidentelect who campaigned in tweets... but still will have to govLee H. ern in prose. Hamilton Donald Trump showed great skill as a campaigner, steering his campaign past a slew of professional politicians who underestimated him at every turn. Now the test is whether he can govern — that is, whether he can run the United States government, conduct foreign policy in treacherous times, and reshape domestic policy to fit his goals. This requires a very different set of skills from those he showed before the election. So, like a few thousand other Americans, I’d like to give him some advice. Not on the substance of policy itself — that he’ll handle himself — but on how to be effective at achieving what he’d like to achieve. First, he has to set priorities. During the course of the campaign, according to The Washington Post, Donald Trump made 282 promises. He is not going to be able to deliver on them all. So he’ll need to set out his priorities with clarity and force. As the head of a vast federal establishment, clarity of objectives is crucially important in policy implementation. He cannot afford to sow confusion. Though this president-elect prides himself on unpredictability, conducting policy in an unpredictable way is the mark of a rogue state. Unpredictability creates

doubt about what he wants to achieve — both on Capitol Hill and among the vast number of people and agencies charged with carrying out his policies — which in turn produces a race by elected officials to fill the clarity vacuum with their own agendas and prevents frontline agencies from planning. Many Americans and foreign governments have already been unnerved by the unexpected Twitter messages coming from President-Elect Trump; this will only make his job harder once he takes office. Second, the president-elect must fix his conflict-of-interest challenge. Because of the extraordinary extent of his business interests, he has an unprecedented number of potential conflicts for a U.S. president. He will be negotiating policy with many people, agencies and countries where he or his business partners have a bottomline stake in what happens. If he does not fix this before he takes office, conflict-ofinterest charges will dog him throughout his presidency and weaken, if not cripple, his effectiveness. He has to protect himself from charges that his actions as president are influenced by his personal financial interests. It won’t be enough to put everything in a blind trust controlled by his children. As Newsweek recently pointed out, “every nation on Earth will know that doing business with the Trump Organization will

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one day benefit the family.” Third, President Trump will need to keep his majorities united. Given Republican dominance of Capitol Hill, he’s in a strong position to get things done. But he’ll have to keep his fellow Republicans on his side. Some Republican leaders are already separating themselves from his attack on the CIA analysis of Russian interference in the election. Showing respect for, and reaching out to, GOP lawmakers will matter. So will considering a variety of different views and treating them with respect — which is how a pluralist democracy works. Knowing how to work cooperatively and accessibly with potential allies on Capitol Hill and throughout the D.C. power structure will be crucial to making his priorities a reality. Finally, in order to do this, it’s not enough simply to say “I want this.” He has to take seriously the role of facts in the deliberative process. Members of Congress and others need to be able to defend their support for politically difficult proposals — and they cannot do this without factually based arguments. Accurate information is necessary to make sound judgments about policy. Trump’s decision not to regularly hear information from intelligence officials is worrisome. For a president to succeed, he needs to interact in a measured, sensible, reassuring way, and supply his allies with solid analysis and information, not guesses, instincts, opinions, and debunk-able theories. A president who sets clear priorities, removes all doubt about potential conflicts of interest, and works responsibly with his allies on fact-driven policies can make good progress and achieve his goals. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

Government this week • Tuesday, December 27, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, January 2, 2017, City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Monday, January 2, 2017, Lanesboro City Council, 5:30 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

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C ommentary Best friends By Alexis King Best friends, the people there for you when you have no one else. The people that you can laugh with and tell inappropriate jokes with. Best friends, the people that you can trust with your secrets. Alexis King They’re the people that you can do absolutely nothing with or absolutely everything with and still have an amazing time. They’re our rock. I don’t know about you, but I’d be nothing without my best friends. You can have one best friend, more than one best friend, and even your boyfriend/ girlfriend could be your best friend, or at least one of them. They could even be an animal! Best friends come in all shapes, sizes, gender, and even breeds. You can even make friends online! You can pretty much make friends anywhere; it just takes time, especially if you plan to make them besties for life! Lifelong best friends are hard to come by, though. Some people leave in the midst of getting to know them or just stop talking to you. In that case, you just have to move on with your life and find other friends that are worth your time! I’ve learned from experience. I’ve never been good at making friends, so you have to learn how to fly by yourself when someone comes into your life and just abruptly leaves. Most of the best friends you will make you will find in a school or work setting. I’d say that’s probably the best way to make friends. That way you get to see them and talk to them almost every day. Online friends

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are harder to make. You can’t just talk to them all the time, and you always have to be careful about whom you’re talking to. They could be the person who is actually in the picture and who they say they are, or they could be some 40-yearold creep behind a computer catfishing you. People can lie to you about their likes/dislikes and about a lot of other things just to get closer to you for a fraudulent reason, or the person could be legitimately interested in generally the same things as you are. Your friends don’t even have to be interested in the same things; they can be the complete opposite of you and like nothing that you like. That’s okay, though, because if you haven’t heard, opposites attract. Speaking of attraction, significant others should be one of your best friends! If they aren’t, there might be something wrong. You generally have to start out as friends to grow into something more than friends. Although significant others bond in a slightly different way than normal friends, they are still friends in every way. Having a couple friends that you can trust and have good times with is way better than having multiple different “friends” that talk rudely behind your back and hurt you in ways you can’t possibly imagine. Best friends should be your rock. They are the people you should be able to trust with your life. Best friends should be one of the best things in your life. They should make you happy, but frustrate you sometimes. They should be the people you spoil and buy lots of presents for Christmas and their birthday! On that note, I’d like to thank my best friends for everything they do and making me smile when I don’t want to smile, when I don’t think I’m able to smile. Thank you for loving me unconditionally, no matter how stubborn I am. I am very grateful for each and every single one of you, even if you live thousands of miles away. (; So a big ‘ol thank you to Yasmin, Hanna, Jaron, and Wayne. Alexis King is a student at Mabel-Canton High School. She is one of eight area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its eighteenth year.

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Letter about stronger faith... To the Editor, Col. Gudmundson did a beautiful job of exposing that atheists’ faith actually has to be stronger than Christians’ faith. Think about the atheists’ “evolutionary theory” compared to the fact of creation. Believing in evolution takes faith to believe that nothing created everything. Creationism is believing that God created everything out of nothing. The latter is much easier to believe. So who created God? Nobody, He always was and always will be. Every human heart knows that, too. Why did they form the evolutionary theory? To suppress that deep down conviction of the the truth that we are accountable to our Creator. People try to replace God with all kinds of things like cars, houses, intellect, fame, jobs, good works, religion, and faith. Or they try to run from Him through drunkeness. But you can’t run away from Him. He is everywhere, but “not” everything. Please note that. The idea that it doesn’t matter what your faith is, is fatally foolish. Your faith, to deliver you from Hell, is good only if you put it in Jesus Christ. Faith in everything else all leads to the same place. That’s why the Bible says: the way that leads to life is narrow and the way that leads to destruction is wide. There are many ways to Hell but only one way to Heaven... Jesus Christ. The human heart is desperately wicked. And, concerning payment for our sin, our good works are as filthy rags, but if you accept the blood payment that Christ made, God will remember your sins no more. Receive Christ, by faith, today. Pray to Him, ask Him to forgive you for your sins. Anyways, thank you, Mr. Gudmundson for your contribution to this newspaper. Merry Christmas, everyone! Aaron Swartzentruber Greenleafton, MN

Recycling 101 By LaVerne C. Paulson Recycling Education Coordinator New Year’s Resolutions. It’s that time of the year when we can again take a look at some of our recycling habits to determine if they can LaVerne C. be improved. Paulson Many of our Fillmore County residents are very conscientious recyclers, but can perhaps make a few minor improvements. There are also quite a number of you who could take recycling somewhat more seriously. Please use the following paragraphs to assist you in becoming a better recycler. With your help, we get closer to attaining the recycling goals of your county. Most of us are aware that paper is highly recyclable. Tons and tons of various forms of paper products are brought to the recycling center each week. Households in Fillmore County get more than their share of catalogs, junk mail, and magazines each week. We want all that stuff when you no longer have a need for it, so please recycle these materials along with your newspaper and cardboard. Containers that once held cereal, pop, pet food, crackers, and all those tubes from paper towels, toilet tissue, plastic wrap, parchment paper, and aluminum foil should be recycled. We will also accept your shredded paper, but please put it into a box that can be closed or a paper bag that is taped or tied shut. Phone books are also meant to be recycled, not buried in the landfill. Plastic bottles and jugs are brought here by the thousands, but thousands more find their way to the landfill. Please remove and deposit the plastic caps in your garbage theyads con2x2, 2x4because & 2x8 taminate the bottle plastic dur-

ing the melting process. Steel/ tin cans are completely recyclable, including the lids. Glass bottles of all colors and jars that once contained purchased food should be recycled. The metal caps from glass bottles and jars are recyclable as well. Become more aware of battery disposal. Ordinary alkaline batteries from your flashlight or smoke detector can be placed with landfill garbage after taping the posts. This is especially necessary with 9-volt batteries that can cause sparks if given the opportunity. Please recycle your rechargeable batteries when they are no longer useable. Thousands of “button batteries” found in watches and especially hearing aids are discarded every month. Bring them to the Resource Recovery Center or to Household Hazardous Waste Day. They contain cadmium, mercury, lithium, and other hazardous materials that are not environmentally friendly. Bring those burned out CFLs to the Resource Recovery Center as well. There is a fifty cent charge per CFL, but again you don’t want that mercury and its vapor, no matter how small the amount, released into the atmosphere or buried somewhere where it will get into your plants, animals, or drinking water. Less than 50 are brought to the RRC each month, which means hundreds are most likely being landfilled. Please make a real serious attempt to keep all plastic bags of all sorts out of the recycling. Grocery bags should be taken back to a store that will recycle them. If they are not clean and dry, they should be included in your landfill garbage. Do not leave your recyclables in plastic bags at the recycling center. Empty their contents into the bin and dispose of the bags correctly. Happy New Year from the Fillmore County Resource Center TIME, and Fillmore toRecovery run ONE the County Recycling.

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Fillmore Central approves levy By Hannah Wingert The Fillmore Central School Board opened their December 19 meeting with the annual Truth In Taxation hearing. There were no visitors for the hearing, so the board members reviewed the information given in the presentation by Superintendent Richard Keith before approving the $1,579,429.26 levy. The revenue collected in 2015-16 came to $8,953,871, and $8,855,190 was the amount budgeted for

in the 2016-17 budget, a difference of -1.10%. The 201516 expenditures came to total of $9,665,709. The 2016-17 budgeted expenditures were set at $8,841,004, a difference of -8.53% from last year’s budget. Fifty-four percent of the levy, or $806,757.53, will go to the general fund; 41%, or $691,546.20, for debt service; and 5%, or $81,125.53, for the community education fund. Dean of Students Chris

Mensink reported that the K-4 concert went well, with the matinee performance being well appreciated by the community. High school juniors Brady Ristau and Ashley Hagerud each received the ExCEL Award. The sixth grade class helped ring the Salvation Army red kettle bell in Preston on December 16. Principal Heath Olstad informed the board that the 7th and 8th grades were able to attend the Commonweal Theatre on December 1, and it was a great experience for them. The ECFE parent educator

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This is a very common question this time of year. The people that ask this question haven’t had snow tires before. The people who have had snow tires in the past don’t ask this question, they just put them on. All-season tires are designed to provide a com fortable, quiet ride, and last a long time. They aren’t performance tires in the summer and snow tires in the winter. Snow tires are specifically designed to grip the road when the temperature gets cold. When an all-season tire gets cold, it gets hard like hard plastic and cannot grip the road. Tire manufacturers recommend winter tires are installed whenever the temperature is below 45 degrees. Some all-season tires have a M+S rating. This means that the tire is rated for use in light mud and snow. This is not a snow tire! Snow tires have a tread design that provides many more edges to bite for traction and deep channels to get rid of snow and slush. Snow tires should only be installed as a set of 4. You want all 4 wheels to work together, right? If you have all-wheel drive, you can benefit the most with snow tires. All-wheel drive does an amazing job getting you going, but does nothing as soon as you hit the brakes. Snow tires stop 42% shorter than all season tires on ice and snow. If you want to be able to drive safely and actually be able to stop this winter, then there is a tire designed just for you.

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The board reviewed the Driver Training Program fees and decided to keep them the same as last year. The program costs $330 for Fillmore Central students, $380 for out-of-district students, and $40 per hour for extra behind the wheel time. The next meeting will be held at 5 p.m. on January 24 in Harmony.

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How can we prevent the deer from treating our yard as a free, all-you-can-eat menu 24-7? As gardeners, if we chose to live close to the beauty and bounty of nature, we can only make our best effort to protect what we enjoy and adjust our expectations. So, rather than aiming to eliminate deer from our private landscapes, we try simply to reduce the damage to a level we can live with. Make your landscape less appetizing with four basic options: 1. Repel deer with smell and taste. Repellents discourage by bad taste or noxious smell. 2. Frighten deer away. Sudden, unexpected noise devices can send deer running for cover. Moving the devices around to different locations will keep the deer from becoming accustomed to the sound. 3. Create a physical barrier. Fencing is the most permanent and reliable solution but, must be at least seven feet high unless you have small, confined areas or use deer netting. 4. Plant what deer don’t want. The most sensible approach to deer control is simply to have a landscape design plan for your yard with selected “deer resistant plants” that deer are least likely to eat.

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Is your land ready to sell? If you are considering selling some land, there are a few things that you can do ahead of time to improve the process. A good first step is to check on the status and location of your abstract. Many land owners are unsure as to the location of their abstract or the last time their abstract was updated. In some cases you may not have an abstract; instead there may be a title owner’s policy. Either way it is prudent to make sure this documentation is in order. If there is a mortgage on the property, discuss your plans with your lender to be sure they can accommodate the payoff or restructure of your loan. Another topic that comes up frequently is legal access. If the property does not have direct public road frontage is there a legal easement? If not, often times arrangements can be made to provide legal easement. But this does take time and it is better to have that done before you put the property on the market. If there are roads or trails on the property, it always helps if they are passable. Trimming brush or weeds and removing fallen trees from trails/roads always improves the appeal. If you are doing a parcel split, it is always a good idea to check with your local zoning/planning authority to make sure what you are planning meets the existing guidelines for your municipality. These are just a few thoughts and tips to consider when thinking about selling land. If you have questions about selling your land, call Chad Garteski at 507-269-2742 for a free market analysis and property evaluation.

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Monday, December 26, 2016 Only through working together can we hope to successfully fight CWD and maintain a health and productive deer herd for future generations.” Written questions from the audience were answered by the DNR at the conclusion of the presentation. When asked why the DNR has not done more to stop the spread of CWD across state lines, Dr. Lou Cornicelli answered that while they do ban carcasses from being moved across state lines, there is only so much that can be done to enforce that regulation. Another audience member asked why the DNR was planning a special hunt, as only 0.0007% of the deer in the zone tested positive for CWD, a question that was met with applause from the audience. Dr. Cornicelli replied that the DNR was being aggressive with their methods to prevent the spread of CWD, as the percentage of infected deer increases annually across the county and spread to a larger geographical area. “I get that no one here is real happy with this,” he continued. “We’re not either, but we have this situation in front of us, and the responsible thing to do is to deal with it.” The next question accepted asked why the DNR isn’t being more proactive to stop the spread of CWD. “I’m getting two different questions. Why aren’t we being proactive enough and why are we being so proactive,” Dr. Cornicelli pointed out. “You have to pick one. We cannot stop the yearly migration of adult males.” The DNR staff were available to answer questions informally after the meeting. Information can be found and questions asked on the DNR website, www.dnr.minnesota.gov/ cwd. The presentation from the meeting is posted on the website as well.

Hunters are asked to respect private property and get permission from landowners before hunting. Harvested deer, including fawns, must be presented at one of the five registration stations within 24 hours of being shot. Every deer over a year and a half old will be tested for CWD and will have to remain within the zone until a negative test result has come back. A refrigerated trailer will be available in Preston to hold carcasses for hunters who are without a location to keep them in the zone. Testing will take up to four business days. The registration stations will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day during the special hunt and will be located at Magnum Sports in Chatfield, Oak Meadow Meats in Harmony, Lanesboro Fisheries Office in Lanesboro, the Preston Forestry Office in Preston, and Goodies and Gas in Wykoff. The special hunt is open to residents in the zone as well as non-residents, and the antler point restriction regulation will be removed during that time. Hunters will be allowed to harvest male and female deer with no bag limit. They must have a hunting license and disease management permits will be available for $2.50, which covers the cost of issuing the permit. If the goal of 900 deer are not sampled during the special hunt, the DNR will utilize USDA sharpshooting contracts to complete the harvest. All of the harvested deer that test negative will then be donated for human consumption to avoid waste. The presentation from the DNR stated that, “The potential to eliminate CWD from Southeast Minnesota requires aggressive and swift actions. This goal is not attainable without the cooperation of hunters and landowners. If CWD becomes established here, it will remain a significant health threat to the deer herd locally and statewide.

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is no treatment or vaccine, and the disease is always fatal. It is spread though saliva, urine, and feces, and the infection can remain in the environment for an unknown length of time. The incubation period is 1.5-3 years, thus the testing of deer over 1.5 years of age. CWD was first discovered in Minnesota at a domestic elk farm in Aitkin in 2002. Since then, 12,823 samples have been taken in Southeast Minnesota to monitor for the disease. Surveillance was increased this year in response to a larger number of infections on Allamakee County, Iowa, and several bordering Wisconsin counties. The testing found two positive deer between Lanesboro and Preston. Both were bucks and were shot approximately a mile apart by different hunters at different times. Neither appeared to be sick, which meant that the exposure was recent. The special hunt will be allowed on the newly formed CWD Zone 603 which covers much of Fillmore County. If more positives are found during the testing, the zone will expand.

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CUPs for winery/event center By Karen Reisner Dean and Lisa Erickson discussed their applications for two conditional use permits (CUP) at the December 15 meeting of the Fillmore County planning commission. During the public hearings, their detailed expansion and construction plans at the Windy Willow Vineyard located in Section 9, Preston Township were described. Both CUPs, for a Farm Winery and for an Ag Tourism Business, were applied for simultaneously. The couple has a twophase plan for the expansion. Starting in May of 2017, they plan to begin hosting weddings and other events using a rented tent and portable toilets. Parking will be in the yard. There will be room for about 75 vehicles and up to about 200 guests. They anticipate hosting 10-15 weddings in a season. Erickson said there will be no food preparation on the premises, as it will be catered in. Any hard liquors for an event will be brought in by a licensed vender. Also, in the spring of 2017, the couple will begin construction of a 16 foot x 32 foot winery production building with a 3,000 gallon production capacity. In 2018, they will begin construction on a permanent 6,500 square foot winery/tasting room and production room with a capacity for the production of 10,000 gallons of wine. Erickson said the first, smaller building will eventually be used for storage. The larger building will have restrooms, tasting room, meeting facilities, and an entertainment area. There will be parking space for 150 vehicles. Construction is expected to continue on into 2019. A 3,000-square-foot venue building is also planned. It will have a restroom and bar area for beer and wine sales. This building is to be used for weddings, winery and other events. Zoning administrator Cristal Adkins said this is the first winery application of this kind to be considered by the planning commission. There was some discussion about the current driveway off Ridge Road and whether it should be improved in some way. There was no comment from township officials or the public on the Farm Winery application. The application was approved and will be sent on to the county board for their consideration. One condition is attached; the county engineer will need to approve the driveway access. During the public hearing for

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the Ag Tourism Business, the commission discussed conditions that were put on previous CUPs that have been approved in this category. Conditions have included band/entertainment to end by midnight and proof of liability insurance. Erickson had no problem with entertainment ending by midnight and expected to have liability insurance. There was no comment from township officials. Neighbor Mike Johnson spoke in support of Erickson’s business plans. He said he was a feedlot owner. Johnson had questions about the time frame and if there will be a need to reapply for a CUP down the road. Adkins said if they meet the regulations laid out in the ordinance, the CUP will be good indefinitely. The CUPs will go with the property were it to be sold. There was no comment against the Ag Tourism Business CUP. The CUP was approved with two conditions: band/ entertainment to end by midnight and no on road parking. It will be sent on to the county board for their consideration. Other Business Adkins referred to a recent meeting with representatives of the DNR, where ordinance language regarding flood plains and shoreland areas was discussed. She said the original shoreland language in the Fillmore County ordinance was taken from model state language. That language has changed. She said shoreland regulations are always changing. People continue to want to live close to the river. Adkins noted they are still working with a 1987, map as the more recent FEMA maps have not been adopted yet. She maintained that they don’t want any new building sites at all in the flood plain. Adkins also briefly discussed restrictions in the ordinance that restrict construction of a dwelling on land that has a 65 crop equivalent rating (CER) or higher. An acreage may be buildable if the assessor has classified it as pasture for at least 10 years or if it is below 65 CER. Adkins said the fact that a piece has never been tilled does not make it buildable if it is 65 CER or higher.

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property where the USDA certified Moulton Chinchilla Ranch is now located, on the outskirts of Chatfield. For a time, he tried raising the chinchillas in semi trailers, as a friend of his had had success with that method, but found that it didn’t work out as well for him. The chinchillas are now housed in cages in a climate controlled shed. He still owns the trailers, though, and rents them out to truck drivers as a side business. In addition to raising chinchillas and renting out his trailers, Moulton also works full-time in his Rochester law office, Moulton Law Office. When asked how he has enough time to do it all, he laughed and replied that automation had really cut down on the amount of time he has to spend caring for the chinchillas each day. Once a day, he cleans out the gutter that runs underneath the suspended line of cages. He feeds and checks on the chinchillas in the morning before work and then again when he gets home later in the day. The watering system is automated, so all he has to do is drain it on the weekends and fill it with fresh water. Moulton markets and sell his chinchillas in various ways. He sells them as pets and breeding stock to individuals, pet shops, and other associations. His chinchillas have also been used for hear-

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ing research in the Navy, Army, at Johns Hopkins, the National Institute of Health, University of Minnesota, Mayo Clinic, and other facilities. He used to sell them for pelts as well, but hasn’t done that for about 15 years. Moulton regularly ships chinchillas from his ranch all over the world. He was told that several of them were even sent up into space by NASA, but hasn’t been able to confirm that yet. At one time, Moulton’s chinchilla ranch held 6,000 animals, but he’s sold so many recently that he’s down to 750 right now. However, he’s expecting a shipment of 300 more and is experimenting with new breeding techniques to raise the number back up to 6,000. He’d heard that increasing the time the animals were exposed to light would help them to breed at greater numbers, but was hesitant to give it a try until he’d spoken with the owner of a ferret facility who had had great success with it. Students from the RCTC Vet Tech program have visited the Moulton Chinchilla Ranch, as well as classes from Chatfield Public School. Moulton enjoys having visitors and educating them about chinchillas. Moulton is very passionate and knowledgeable about chinchillas and enjoys working with them very much. He plans to continue running the Moulton Chinchilla Ranch for years to come.

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County year-end business By Karen Reisner At the December 20 board meeting, the last of 2016, the board approved a five year contract with Harter’s Quick Clean Up for solid waste hauling and recycling. Terry Schultz, Building Maintenance Supervisor/Solid Waste Administrator reviewed two proposals which had been submitted. Harter’s services will cost $504,746.15, which is about $145 higher than the proposal submitted by Waste Management. County Attorney Brett Corson justified accepting the slightly higher proposal noting that Harter’s was the most responsive and responsible bidder. Both proposals had a 2% increase per year in their contract. It is expected that WM will continue until March 1. A Harter’s representative said if WM pulled out earlier, they could provide the service immediately if necessary. The solid waste hauling and recycling service cost increase from 2016 is just over $70,000. The County’s 12 Days of Christmas Fourteen county employees entertained the commissioners with their creative version of the Twelve Days of Christmas. The song was performed during the Citizens Input portion of the meeting. On the twelfth day of Christmas, my county gave to me: twelve deputies driving, eleven snow plows plowing, ten families thriving, nine levies dropping, eight flu shots given, seven building permits, six homestead questions, five old PCs, four voters calling, three fleet cars, two deeds recorded, and a bridge that will never be replaced. Other business in brief • The final budget of $28,021,700 for 2017 was approved. The final levy resolution was adopted for 2017 totaling $9,859,697, or a 6% increase from 2016. This total includes $119,773 of disparity aid. County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman said the $72,000 in the budget for court security will be placed in the unallocated fund. Also, any difference (savings) between budgeted salary amounts for elected officials and yet to be approved salaries will be placed in the unallocated fund. • This was the last board meeting for commissioner Harry Root, who did not run for reelection. He said it has been a good board to work with and thanked them all. We have been able to work together even when there is disagreement. He encouraged the board to work on providing court house security in the coming year, adding he feels strongly about the need for it. Gary Peterson will represent District 3 starting in 2017. • A cooperative design and construction agreement with the city of Ostrander for the reconstruction of CSAH 1 and CSAH 3 within the city limits of Ostrander was approved. County Engineer Ron Gregg said

Ostrander is taking on a large infrastructure improvement project next year. The municipal utilities will be replaced beneath these county state aid highways within the city. The county is responsible for 50% of the cost of replacing sidewalk and curb and gutter. Commissioner Duane Bakke reported that almost all road projects for 2016 have been completed. Also, the county used DOT to stripe roads instead of going out for bids, saving the county money. • Chief Deputy Tony Weber was reappointed as chief deputy for 2017. It was announced that Weber will retire late in October. Sheriff Tom Kaase stated a new chief deputy probably won’t be appointed after Weber’s retirement until 2018. Weber, at the time of retirement, will have worked 29 years in law enforcement, 27 of those years serving Fillmore County. Weber’s salary was set at $79,050 for 2017, a 3% increase. Kaase had argued for Weber’s salary to be set at $81,000 due to his many responsibilities and the 24/7 nature of his job. • Sheriff Kaase, County Attorney Brett Corson, and County Recorder David Kiehne provided their salary requests for 2017. The board will set elected official salaries in January. • Assistant County Attorney Melissa Hammell’s hours were increased from .8FTE to full time effective January 1. Corson said she handles misdemeanors and child protection, advises social services on court cases, and works with schools and kids on truancy issues. She has been with the county since February 1. • Commissioner Randy Dahl said he wanted to move away from the Merit Pay Plan. Human Resources Officer Kristina Kohn said she has been researching

the steps needed to get off that system. There was a consensus of the board to work toward moving away from the Merit system. • Possible policy changes to Paid Time Off and Severance Pay were discussed. Dahl said he favored a reduction in the amount of carry over PTO allowed. • Cell phone stipends for county employees were discussed. Kohn said the intent of the policy is not to completely pay for an employee’s cell phone, but to pay a portion due to one’s use of a privately owned phone for county business. After a long discussion, the board approved leaving the policy the same until it can be discussed in the Department Head committee. Commissioners Bakke and Lentz who argued for lower stipend rates voted no. • A 2.5% increase in the nonunion pay plan effective January 1 was approved. A 2.5% increase in the merit pay plan effective January 1 was also approved. • The Semcac contract for 2017 was approved. The contract is about the same as 2016. Dahl noted the county will continue paying half of the IRS rate for unloaded miles for Medical Assistance clients. He called the Volunteer Driver Program a good program, as it gets people where they need to be. The Zumbro Valley Health Center, Community Support Program-Adult Case Manager/ Mental Health Practitioner contract was approved. Neva Beier, Social Services, explained the $36,780 for the practitioner is reimbursed through the Adult Mental Health Initiative/CREST funding. Approval was given for the installation of interview room video surveillance equipment for the Cornerhouse Room at a cost of $20,000 and the purchase of a document shredder at a cost of $1,849 and 11 Surface tablets. All the purchases will be paid for with Child Protection Grant funds.

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Obituaries Audrey Patterson Audrey N. Patterson, age 76, of Mabel, Minn., died Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Green Lea Manor in Mabel, M i n n . Funeral services were held 1:30 Audrey p.m. ThursPatterson day, December 22, 2016 at the CantonScotland Presbyterian Church in Canton, Minn., with burial following in the State Line Cemetery, rural Harmony, Minn. Friends called on Thursday at the church from 12:30 until time of services. The Lindstrom Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements. Audrey Naomi Patterson was born Marcy 17, 1940 in Spring Grove, Minn., to Carl and Hazel (Olson) Lunde. She graduated from the Spring Grove High School in 1958. She was united in marriage to Royce Patterson on September 20, 1959 at Trinity Lutheran church in Spring Grove. Together they had four children. In her spare time, Audrey loved to read, listen to music, especially Elvis Presley; watch old-time movies and enjoyed the outdoors and watching nature. Most of all, Audrey was a great friend to her family and friends. Audrey is survived by her four children: Ronda (Leroy) Brand of Mabel, Minn.; Bonnie (Fred) Peterson of Preston, Minn.; James Patterson of Cresco, Iowa; and Darla (Greg) Hron of Protivin, Iowa; 12 grandchildren: LaSarha, Bobby, Casey, Ashley, Jonathan (Samantha), Jennifer (Taylor), Rochelle (Matt), Jessica (Tony), Josh, Brittany (Jesse), Jordan and Chelsey (Joe); 15 greatgrandchildren: Brody, Blake, Lainey, Emma, Everly, Landen, Logan, Ryden, Porter, Holden, Hayden, Gage, Liam, Dakota and Zander; her sister, Beverly Johnson of Lewiston, Minn.; many nieces and nephews, and many special friends, old and new. Preceding Audrey in death were her parents, her husband, Royce Patterson; her sister, Deloris; her brothers, Ronald and LaVern; brother-in-law Keith, and a sister-in-law, Bonnie.

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Doris “Boyum” Fox Doris B. Fox, 86, of Peterson, Minn., died on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 in Rushford, Minn. D o r i s was born on August 14, 1930, in P e t e r s o n , Doris “Boyum” Minn., to Fox Bennie and Mildred (Hanson) Boyum. She was raised on the family farm in rural Peterson. Doris attended country school, graduated from Peterson High School in 1948, and from the Lutheran Bible Institute in Minneapolis. On June 5, 1954, she was united in marriage to Curtis Fox at Arendahl Lutheran Church in rural Peterson. Curtis served as a Lutheran pastor throughout the upper midwest, Idaho and Washington. Doris served alongside him as a dedicated pastor’s wife. She ran her own daycare business for over 31 years. Doris believed her life was a gift from God. She freely and generously shared that life with her family, friends, church, and community. She lived her life in trust and obedience to Jesus Christ as a faithful builder in the Kingdom of God. She is survived by her husband, the Reverend Curtis Fox; five children: Peter (Gail) Fox and Nathan (Beatrice) Fox, both of Ecuador; Deborah Cummings of Snohomish, Wash.; Anne (Rob) Joyce of Spokane, Wash.; and Rebecca (Eric) Stocker of Peterson, Minn.; 20 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and by three siblings: Lucille (Clarence) Sharrow of Newport, Minn.; Robert Boyum of Avondale, Ariz.; and Roger Boyum of Saint Charles, Minn. Doris was preceded in death by her parents; brother Richard, and son-in-law Craig Cummings. A funeral service was held for Doris at 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 21, 2016, at Rushford Lutheran Church, with the Reverend Roger Michaelson officiating. Visitation was from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday at Hoff Funeral Service in Rushford and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Burial took place in the Arendahl Lutheran Cemetery in rural Peterson. The family prefers memorials directed to Rushford Lutheran Church or the Gideons. Leave a memory of Doris and sign her online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com.

Fillmore County Church Directory Christ Lutheran Church..........………………..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…..........……….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church........... Sat. - 5 :30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…...................................Sundays - 8 : 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148

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Jerome Odell Gunderson Jerome Odell Gunderson, age 93, of Mabel, died Monday, December 19, 2016 at GundersenTw e e t e n Health Care in Spring Grove. Jerome was born Jerome January Gunderson 7, 1923 in rural Spring Grove, Minn., to Benjamin and Othilde (Langlie) Gunderson. He attended rural schools and the Spring Grove High School. After High School he farmed with his father. On May 30, 1943 he married Maxine Wright. They continued to farm until 1969 when Jerome became an insurance agent in Mabel. From January, 1977 to January 1981 Jerome served in the Minnesota State Senate. Maxine later died on February 14, 2001. Jerome was especially concerned with underprivileged people and worked as a volunteer in several areas for the physically and mentally handicapped. Jerome later married Marjorie Olson (now deceased and mother of Pat, Ron, and Sherry). Jerome was blessed with five children: Gary (Cheryl) of Canton, James (Sheree) of Stewartville, Tony (Myrna) of Florence, Ariz.; Jean (Terry) Ingvalson of Mabel, and Jerome Wayne (Sonya) of Baxter, Iowa; 14 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and four great-greatgrandchildren. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2017 at the Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel, with Rev. Elliott Malm officiating. Burial of the cremains will held at a later date in the Mabel Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. Sunday, January 1, 2017 at the Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel. Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel is assisting the family with arrangements. Nadine Florence Tunstall Nadine Florence Tunstall, 68, of Peterson, Minn., passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 15, 2016 surrounded by family at Mayo Clinic Health System - Franciscan Health Care, La Crosse, Wis. Nadine was born on March 23, 1948 to Dorothy Blake and Glenn McKeown in Sandwich, Ill. She was raised in Grand Forks, N. Dak., where she also raised her two daughters, Vicki and Tina. Later in life, Nadine moved to Peterson, Minn., where she enjoyed the friends and connections made throughout the community. Nadine loved working at the Peterson Station Museum and with the “minions” at Rushford Elementary School. Nadine’s last job as a Walmart greeter was perfect because she knew everybody who walked in and everyone

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. walked away with a smile. She was an avid Packer fan, loved to read and learn about history, and never missed an episode of her favorite soap, General Hospital. She had an amazing sense of humor that carried on until the very end and will be missed by many. Nadine is survived by her sister, Muriel Messer and family; daughters Vicki (Buck Buchholz) Taylor and Tina (Mike Seelbinder) McNamer, grandchildren: Robert (Kassie) Taylor, Jack Taylor, Joe Taylor, Kari (Matt) Olson, Brian Buchholz, Jessica (Andrew) Ziebell, and Amanda (Alex) Weilandt; great-grandchildren: Tori, Breyson, Baby Olson and Baby Weilandt; many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, son-in-law Steve McNamer, many aunts and uncles, and her lifelong best friend, Doris Coleman. A memorial service was held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, December 22 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Rushford, Minn., with coffee and desserts following. Please share a favorite memory of Nadine at www.hofffuneral.com. Sean M. Maternowski Sean Michael Maternowski died Friday, December 9, 2016. He was born December 18, 1981. He was a beloved son, brother and uncle. Sean will be missed and loved forever by his parents, Kathy and Robert Culbertson; sisters: Christi, Nicci, Heat her, Jennifer Sean and Annie; Maternowski brothers Pat and Jimmy; nephews Jacob and Matthias, and niece Baby Natalia; as well as Adam and Jared Culbertson and their families, extended family, and many friends. Sean was welcomed to heaven by his father, Dennis, and Grandpa Bud. Services were held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 17, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 200 Kenilworth Ave. S., Lanesboro. Friends called one hour before the service. Officiants were Kerry and Cindy Eversole. Arrangements by Rochester Cremation Services.

Richardson. She attended the Canton Elementary School and in 1970 graduated from the Mabel-Canton High School. She studied at the Rochester Technical Institute for business management. She worked at the Harmony House Restaurant while she was in high school, and then started working for Harmony Agri Service after college. She worked on the farm and raise her children before starting at Greenfield Ag when they started operations. She remained with the company through the years and it is now Crop Production Services. On December 6, 1980 she was united in marriage to John Petersen. They farmed in the Mabel area raising several different species, but mainly quarter horses. She was a member of the Assumption Catholic Church in Canton, the Minnesota Quarter Horse Association, and the USBC. She enjoyed bowling, showing horses, flower gardening, and spending time with her children, especially her grandson Ty. Susan is survived by her husband John of Mabel; two children, Eric (Allison) and Jennifer, both of Mabel; her father Russell of Canton; five brothers and sisters: Dick (Chris) of Canton, Dan (Barb) of Bettendorf, Iowa; Jim (Wendy) of Canton, Mary Kay Hansen of Madison, Wis.; and Patty Richardson of Canton; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alice; a niece, Stacy Walker; and great nephew Kasey. Funeral Mass was held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 17, 2016 at the Assumption Catholic Church in Canton, Minn., with Msgr. Donald P. Schmitz and Father Edward McGrath co-officiating. Burial took place in the Calvary Cemetery in Canton. Visitation was from 4-8 p.m. Friday, December 16 at the Assumption Catholic Church in Canton and one hour prior to services at the church. The rosary was be recited at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the church. The Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel assisted with arrangements.

Tillman Kermit Fingerson Tillman Kermit Fingerson, of rural Fountain, passed away peacefully, but unexpectedly, on December 21, 2016. Tillman was born April 19, 1939 in Rochester, Minn., to K e r m i t Conrad and Alma Olivia Susan M. Petersen Susan M. Petersen, age 64, ( R e d a l e n ) of rural Mabel, Minn., died Fingerson. Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at He grew up in FounAase Hautain, attendgen Senior ed elemenServices in tary school Tillman Kermit Decorah, Fingerson in Fountain, Iowa. and graduated from Preston Susan was High School in 1957. He born Octoworked on his family farm ber 30, 1952 through his childhood and in Decorah, Iowa Susan Peterson to Russell and Alice (Brandt)

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Rushford-Peterson considers tech improvement for school board By Kirsten Zoellner The Monday, December 19 Rushford-Peterson School Board meeting was bumped a half hour earlier than the normally scheduled 5:30 p.m. to accommodate the annual Truth in Taxation hearing. The meeting agenda encompassed eight regular business items, as well as the monthly consent agenda and administrative reports. There was no change order for the month in relation to construction at the site of the new school facility. Tim Robertson, of ICS Consulting, reported to the school board that painting on the second floor has commenced. Skylights are in and fire sprinkler systems are in the process of being installed. Crews have been able to heat and cover the building to keep it at a fairly consistent 55 degrees. Glazing that is to take place soon will add a solid air barrier. Metal studs, walls, and brickwork are coming along nicely, according to Robertson. “There are no massive issues at this point,” he noted. The district is planning on hosting a virtual tour of the facility. The Facebook live event, led by Superintendent Chuck Ehler, is slated to take place January 4 at 9:30 a.m. For those who are not able to view at that time, the tour will be posted to the school’s Facebook

page: https://www.facebook.com/ rushfordpetersonschools/. The district is also moving forward with discussion regarding the purchase of Chromebooks for school board member use. While simply a discussion at the this point, the suggestion calls for the purchase of seven devices, as well as the required software licensing. Additionally, each device would be provided a carrying case. The estimated cost of the items is $1,750.07, according to Technology Director Corey Mattson, who secured the estimate. It is thought that the devices would assist school board members with more efficient review of documents. Board members utilizing the devices would be required to have an r-pschools.com email address associated with the device, to assist with document sharing. Information would only be sent to this email, as opposed to personal email addresses. The devices would be owned by the district and would be fully compatible with the new facility. They would require no cords or surge protectors at meetings, due to long battery life, and provide a larger viewing screen than similar devices, also adding to ease of use. “Board members will be able to view, modify, and review documents in real

Tri-County Electric to become MiEnergy Cooperative Rushford, MN. — TriCounty Electric Cooperative (TEC), of Rushford, Minn., will officially merge with Hawkeye REC, of Cresco, Iowa, to become MiEnergy Cooperative on January 1, 2017. The new name and its spelling reference the joining of a Minnesota (M) cooperative and an Iowa (i) cooperative. The name, pronounced with a long I, also demonstrates the ownership by individual members – MiEnergy is “my energy cooperative”. Members have seen gradual signs of the official merger date approaching. Vehicles, clothing and outdoor signs have been rebranded. As the two co-ops become one, providing quality, local service will continue to be the top priority. “Our commitment to our members has never been stron-

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time, allowing for more seamless collaboration,” continued the proposal. Should a device fail, it was noted that no data would be stored on it, so no information would be lost. Board Director Dean Mierau questioned whether or not the arrangement for the Chromebook would be similar to the action recently taken by the board for students in grades 9-12. “As a board, I think we should set the example and pay what the students are paying,” he said. In the student policy, they are responsible for a minimum of $99 of their device cost, should they choose to participate in the 1:1 Initiative. It was noted that no cost, to be personally incurred by board members, had been considered for board devices since they would not remain with individuals, but with the district. “We’re putting it out there,” noted Ehler. “We want to be proactive in an age of technology.” The issue will be held for more discussion on Monday, January 9, the annual organizational meeting. The board approved a Transportation Alternatives Program application, related to the Safe Routes to School Grant applied for in 2015. The district was denied funding in 2015 as an effort to provide for trails to the new school site from existing By pooling their resources, they have offered programs and services they couldn’t have managed individually. The investigation into a merger began in 2014. For several months, the consolidation study committee made up of three board members from each co-op met with lawyers, auditors and other electric cooperatives to gather information and make a recommendation. In March 2015, board directors of both cooperatives unanimously agreed to develop a merger plan and put the question of merging up for a vote by the membership. TEC and Hawkeye REC members overwhelmingly voted to support the plan of merger in April 2016. TEC is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative serving three counties in Minnesota including: Winona, Houston and Fillmore and parts of Olmsted and Mower counties in Minnesota and Howard, Winneshiek and Allamakee counties in Iowa. It provides electricity to more than 15,000 services in the area. TEC is a Touchstone Energy Cooperative. Hawkeye REC is a rural electric cooperative owned by the members it serves. The membership covers a range of home, farm, business and commercial members in Chickasaw, Howard and Winneshiek counties in Northeast Iowa. Hawkeye REC provides electricity to more than 6,700 services. Hawkeye REC is a Touchstone Energy Cooperative.

high traffic areas. They have since worked cooperatively with both the City of Rushford and the state to restructure the project and complete an application more likely to receive approval. Board Director Taylor Peterson questioned a comparison between the site of the proposed trail and sidewalks and those that were done with the Highway 43 project. In the latter, adjacent property owners were assessed for the cost of the walkways. “It seems more fair to others if people along the route would be assessed as well,” he said. Superintendent Ehler indicated that 85% of the proposed trails are on school property (largely north of the athletic field complex). “In fairness to the property owners, this is benefitting the school by providing safe access,” added Ehler. The application will be submitted and the district will wait to hear if it was approved by the state. An audit report was presented by Craig Popenhagen of Clifton, Larsen, and Allen for the 2015-

2016 year. The district received a clean audit, with no listed deficiencies. Costs related to regular instruction, $5,392 per weighted student, and special education instruction, $1,570 per student in cooperation with Hiawatha Valley Education District, continue to be the biggest general fund expenses. “It’s a nice clean audit. Good job.” added Popenhagen. Following the Truth In Taxation Hearing, the district board moved to approve the final tax levy certification to Fillmore County in the amount of $2,115.208.85. $752,963.82 of that is for general fund expenditures, $79,595.63 for Community Service items, and $1,282,649.40 for Debt Service. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Monday, January 23, at 5:30 p.m., in the high school biology room. An additional annual organizational meeting is slated to be held Monday, January 9, also at 5:30 p.m., in the same location. The public is encouraged to attend.

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Youth Snowmobile SafetY training online ClaSS in ruShford all students must complete the online test before participating in the driving evaluation. the online test can be found at www.snowmobilecourse.com or www.snowmobile-ed.com. Students must be at least 11 years of age to participate. the driving evaluation Class size is limited, so all students must preregister by JanuarY 4th, 2017. You may register by emailing mike@rushfordmfg.com or if you have any questions, please call 507-951-3854. driving evaluation is scheduled for Saturday, January 7th. further information will be provided upon registration. You are the leaders we have been waiting for The Blandin Community Leadership Program (BCLP) is offering its nationally recognized leadership training in the Lanesboro area. Learn more about how BCLP helps develop your knowledge and skills to address your community’s challenges and opportunities, and work together to create positive force for change.

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Blandin Community Leadership Program seeks new participants Thank you, again, to the following businesses who supported the Breast Cancer Awareness Month stories and pages published in the October 17, 2016 issue of the Fillmore County Journal. We wanted to follow-up with these thoughtful businesses and Journal readers to share a letter we received from the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Thanks to a supportive business community, a donation of $1,344 was contributed to research to find a cure for breast cancer. Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal

cer 344 to the Breast Can tful contribution of $1, nk you for your though a for breast cancer tha are to r re you asu in s ple a sse ine and bus It is an honor from the aggregate of , representing proceeds Research Foundation awareness month.

GRAND RAPIDS, MN December 16, 2016 – As part of its commitment to strengthening rural communities, Blandin Foundation is making its Blandin Community Leadership Program (BCLP) available to residents from the Lanesboro area. This is the first time BCLP training has been available for the Lanesboro area. Examples of how BCLP alumni have used the strategies and skills learned in this training include: addressing issues of ethnic and cultural diversity, generating economic development opportunities, creatively addressing the needs of all generations, dealing collaboratively with health, housing, and education issues, among others. Applications can be accessed and completed online at: leadership.blandinfoundation.org (Under Events, click on your community). All those interested in making the Lanesboro area a healthy, vibrant, inclusive community are invited to apply to participate in this

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nationally recognized program. Deadline to apply is Monday, January 16, 2017. Ultimately, a community team of 24 people will be selected to take part in eight days of training – a five-day residential retreat scheduled for March 13-17, 2017 at Sugar Lake Lodge south of Grand Rapids, Minn., and three follow-up workshops scheduled for May 16, 2017, July 25, 2017 and October 3, 2017. BCLP is underwritten by Blandin Foundation, which covers all costs for training, materials, food, lodging and tuition. Additional information about BCLP can be obtained by contacting: Joan Finnegan at (507) 272-0254, jfinnridge@gmail.com (local BCLP alum); Ken Graner at (507) 421-5200, kjgraner@ merchantsbank.com (local BCLP alum); or Becky Adams at (877) 882-2257, rmadams@blandinfoundation.org; or Senja Morque (887) 882-2257, skmorque@ blandinfoundation.org of the Blandin Foundation. Blandin Foundation, Minnesota’s largest rural-based private foundation is located in Grand Rapids, Minn. Its mission is to strengthen rural Minnesota communities, especially the Grand Rapids area, through grants, leadership development programs and public policy initiatives. The Foundation helps communities provide choice and opportunity for all, especially people facing social and economic challenges. For additional information, contact Becky Adams, Recruitment Coordinator, Blandin Foundation, (218) 327-8736, rmadams@blandinfoundation.org or www.blandinfoundation.org.

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Military memorial in Canton By Liz Giese The Canton City Council discussed possibilities for an updated military memorial at their regular meeting on December 14. Canton resident Nick Prestby attended the meeting and asked the council for their thoughts on moving the military memorial in town to in front of the gazebo. He provided a preliminary sketch to illustrate some of his ideas, but told the council that the details can be discussed and decided upon later. He did not have any numbers yet, noting that he wanted to see if the project would have the council’s support before moving forward. His proposal consists of flags representing the different branches of the military displayed in a landscaped area along the sidewalks in front of the gazebo, with the memorial stone in the middle. He pointed out that the location on Main Street would be much more visible than the current location. Prestby added that the Legion may be willing to contribute or fundraising could be done to help with the cost. The council was enthusiastic about the idea and told Prestby that he could start looking into the details. They will pass a motion approving the project once specifics have been agreed upon.

Other business Mayor Donivee Johnson informed the council that a check for $1,600 was left with the county auditor to pay for the property next to city hall. It was noted that there are assessments for taxes and maintenance on the property, but they would not be repaid from this sale. Councilmember Charlie Warner questioned why they would pay the full $1,600 when the city has $1,300 in assessments for maintaining the property over the last several years. This sparked many questions about what happens with assessments and whether it was a fair price for the property. There were not clear answers for many of those questions and Mayor Johnson stated that it would have to be discussed with the county commissioners. The subject will be revisited at the next meeting. The council reviewed the updated 2017 budget and passed a motion setting the levy at 4.5%. It did not include any addition to the fire hall, as there is more information needed before it can be planned and budgeted. City employee Jon Nordsving reported that he had been able to find a replacement truck. The new truck cost $5,034.75 and he asked the council what he should do with the old truck. It

was agreed that he should try to sell it for the best price they could get on Craig’s List. Nordsving also noted that the ice skating rink had been flooded, but the ice was not yet thick enough for skating. He added that there were signs posted warning people to stay off of it, but it would be ready soon. When the signs are removed it will be open for skating. Two of the water meters proposed by Robroy Kelly at last

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. month’s meeting have arrived. Nordsving needs to find a place for them and will get them installed. They will serve as a trial of the alternative type of meter suggested by Kelly before the city decides which to purchase. Residents living on Main Street should be aware of the city’s 24-hour snow removal policy. If we get an inch or more of snow, ice or debris, it must be cleared from the sidewalks on Main Street. There is no policy for

where vehicles should be parked during a snow event, however if residents have anything in the street that may interfere with plowing, they will receive a letter from the city asking that it be moved. If the city has to do the work on your behalf, it will cost $65 per hour, with a minimum of one hour. The next regular meeting of the Canton City Council is on Wednesday, January 11, at 7 p.m. at Canton City Hall.

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Good decisions Amidst fear and trembling at what President-elect Trump plans to unleash on our environment and climate, there is some excellent news. The Obama administration acted out of concern for the earth with two recent decisions denying easements over federal lands here in the Midwest. The first decision many Minnesotans have been following—the fate of sulfide mining operations proposed on the south edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area

Wilderness near Ely, Minn. Twin Metals Minnesota (a joint venture of Canadian and Chilean mining companies) had leased the mineral rights under federally owned Superior National Forest acres for many decades, as they explored for precious metals and began planning a huge underground copper-nickel mine. The conglomerate failed to

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renew their mineral easement in 2014 and, in the meantime, the Department of Interior and the U.S. Forest Service considered the science and massive public input about the extent and likelihood of water contamination in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Based on the virtual impossibility of mitigating those impacts, their decision was to not renew the mineral easements. Even better, they also initiated a process to withdraw nearly a quarter million acres of surrounding national forestland from future mineral rights easements, for twenty years. (There is also a second sulfide mine under consideration twenty miles south, PolyMet Mining, which was not affected by this ruling. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is currently considering whether to issue permits for that mine, despite an environmental review that raised multitudes of concerns about water quality and human health, and the cited need for continuous corporate site maintenance for 500 years.) The second recent decision which was greeted with jubilation relates to the Dakota Access Pipeline and opposition by Standing Rock Indian Reservation. Thousands of supporters, indigenous tribes from around the world and 3,000 U.S. veterans were coalesced at the protest camps. They pointed out the complete unfairness of the process, encroachment on Sioux ancestral lands and the threat of drinking water pollution. They insisted that the U.S.

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Army Corps of Engineers, which controls federal lands around Lake Oahe where the Missouri River was damned, should reject the final easement requested by the pipeline company to drill under the river, before completion of the 1400 mile pipeline. Citing the failure to do a proper environmental review, and failure to consult with sovereign tribes as required by law, supporters burrowed in for a long standoff. When word came down that the Army Corps decided to deny that easement and, furthermore, to conduct a full environmental review on alternate routes as should have been done before, there was joy and celebration for the thousands gathered in the camps. In other good news farther from the Midwest, millions of acres of Atlantic and Arctic ocean waters under U.S. control were protected from future offshore drilling for oil and gas, an Obama decision that prevents oil contamination of precious ocean and shoreland ecosystems. It also begins the ultimate process of leaving fossil fuels in the ground, the only way humanity can in the long run slow the devastating climate change currently underway. Canada announced similar steps for Canadian Arctic waters. Every conservationist knows that victories are ever temporary. Future decision makers and future industrial developers will always continue to arise. No decision is ever final. Each of these decisions will surely be challenged in court and

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by a new Congress and President. Yet, as along as we remain a country of law, based on the Constitution, providing for extensive public input and good science, this is how we decide the fate of our lands and waters. For today, as a cabin owner in the watershed of the proposed mine, and a person who devoted her career to cleaning up the entire length of the Mississippi River watershed, and even as an occasional visitor to the Pacific Ocean, I can celebrate. Even if only for a short time.

Birth Announcement Braelyn Maree Pfremmer John and Heather Pfremmer are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Braelyn Maree Pfremmer. She was born December 8, 2016, weighing 10 lb 4 oz. and was 20 inches long. Braelyn is also welcomed home by her big sister, Bailee Pfremmer.

Birth Announcement Brys Steven Broadwater Larry and Chelsea Broadwater of Preston, Minn., are proud to announce the birth of their son, Brys Steven Broadwater. Brys was born December 6, 2016, weighing 8 pounds and was 19.75 inches long. Happy grandparents are Milo and Beth Ann Broadwater of Preston and Steve and Jill Johnson of Lime Springs, Iowa.

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Search for Miss Teen Fillmore County announced If you are female, single, never been married, between the ages of 13 and 18 years, applications are being accepted for the title of 2017 Miss Teen Fillmore County! Miss Teen Fillmore County will represent her county at the Miss Teen Minnesota pageant, which will be held at the Wellstone Center on April 29, 2017 in the city of St. Paul, Minn. The young lady chosen as Miss Teen Fillmore County will become an ambassador from the Fillmore County area and will receive an official title and sash!

The young lady chosen as Miss Teen Minnesota will also receive a prize package and college scholarship totaling $30,000 and the chance to represent Minnesota at the 2017 Miss Teen International pageant, Charleston, W. Va. in July. The American Heart Association’s “Go for Red for Women” is the official Charity of the Miss Teen Minnesota Pageant. The current reigning 2016 Miss Teen Minnesota is Kelly Brown of Inver Grove Heights. As Miss Teen Minnesota, Kelly

speaks out on “See the Person… Not the Disability!” – Kelly’s two brothers were born with intellectual disabilities as a result of a blood order called “thalassemia.” One brother is higher functioning but the other brother has difficulty communicating. Kelly says, “It is hurtful and frustrating when I see others only focus on their disabilities, which is what they have but not who they are. By partnering with The Arc organization, it is my goal to protect of those with disabilities and support their inclusion and

participation in our community.” For more information go to: www.thearc.org. Teens will compete in Personal Interview, Fitness Wear, Fun Fashion Wear and Evening Gown. (There is no talent or swimsuit competition!) Young teen ladies living in Fillmore County interested in applying should write for bioform to: Miss Teen Minnesota International Pageant, P.O. Box 240537, Apple Valley, Minn. 55124-0537, or call for information: (952) 432-6758 or fax (952) 953-3896. Or, you may email: pagunltd@frontiernet.net

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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I was wondering if someone could tell me what the law is on commercial vehicles having window tint? I drive a dump truck and was wondering if winTroy H. dow tint is Christianson allowed as long as it’s the 50% that is allowed in passenger vehicles or if it is illegal for dump trucks/ semis to have any window tint. Any advice or a link to where I can find out would be greatly appreciated. Answer: Window tint is allowed on the driver’s side window and the passenger’s side window in a commercial vehicle as long as it allows 70% light transmittance instead of the 50% required on passenger vehicles. The transmittance restriction does not apply to other windows in the vehicle. Code of federal regulations “49 CFR 393.60(d)” spells out the requirements. Be advised that unaltered factory tint measures approximately 70-75% in most vehicle windows. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@ state.mn.us.

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Chatfield Police Department Michelle Marie Copeman, 33, Fountain, Minn.; 10/7/2016, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $120. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Susen Karen Bigalk, 53, Canton, Minn.; 6/15/2016, Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/Obscene, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 12/5/2017), Total Fees $390. Local Confinement - 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (12/5/2016): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign all releases of information, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No contact with victim(s), No assault, aggressive, or threatening behavior, Any future employment of the defendant to be discussed with Court Services. Cole Christopher Clapp, 31; 11/3/2016, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 12/5/2018), Total Fees $1,020. Local Confinement – 365 days (stay 335 days for two years). Defendant will receive day for day credit while completing inpatient treatment; defendant to start inpatient treatment on Monday, December 12; if defendant fails to successfully complete inpatient treatment, he is to serve his jail time on or before February 1, 2017. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (12/5/2016): Sign Probation Agreement, Con-

tact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign all releases of information, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Submit to Chemical Testing, Submit to Random Searches, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance, Complete treatment. Tyler John Clink, 32, Moose Lake, Minn.; 6/22/2016, Theft - Take/Use/Transfer Movable Property - No Consent (Felony), Commit to Commissioner of Corrections, MN Correctional Facility St. Cloud - 21 months (Concurrent/Consecutive). Condition (12/6/2016): Give a DNA sample when directed, Restitution reserved 60 days, Pay restitution before fines, fees, and surcharges. 6/22/2016, Burglary - 3rd Degree - Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Misdemeanor, Commit to Commissioner of Corrections, MN Correctional Facility St. Cloud - 27 months (Concurrent/Consecutive). Condition (12/6/2016): Give a DNA sample when directed, Restitution reserved 60 days, Pay restitution before fines, fees, and surcharges. Marquette Rose Cooke, 65, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/8/2016, No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. 11/8/2016, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30. William Allen Hanson, 58,

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Monday, December 26, 2016 Preston, Minn.; 11/26/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Susann Kay Hershberger, 30, Spring Valley, Minn.; 10/8/2016, DUI (Gross Misdemeanor), Fine $3,000 (stay $2,550 until 12/5/2018), Total Fees $570. Local Confinement - 365 days (stay 362 days for two years). Credit for time served: three days. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (12/5/2016): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Submit to Chemical Testing, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance, Comply with Ignition Interlock Program - enter into by January 31, 2017 - if defendant is not on Interlock program, she is to report to jail and serve 28 days jail, Contact probation officer as directed, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Maintain employment and residence. Thomas Michael Hoiseth, 32, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/7/2016, Open Bottle in Motor Vehicle Possession, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Travis Garrett Hyland, 41, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/15/2016, Assault - 5th Degree - Two or More Previous Convictions Within Three Years (Felony), Fine $1,000, Total Fees $1,090. Commit to Commissioner of Corrections, MN Correctional Facility St. Cloud - 12 months, one day (stay for five years). Local Confinement - 194 days. Credit for time served: 194 days. Supervised probation for five years – Conditions (12/5/2016: Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all State and Federal criminal laws, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if have contact with law enforcement, if charged with any new crime, and/or if change address, employment, or telephone number, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign all releases of information, Give a DNA sample when directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives, Do not register to vote or vote until discharged from probation and civil rights are fully restored, Remain lawabiding, Educational assessment/ program, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment - within 30 days, Follow recommendations of evaluation, Aftercare, No possession of alcohol or drugs, No alcohol/controlled substance use, Submit to Chemical Testing, Do

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not enter bars or liquor stores, No assault, aggressive, or threatening behavior, No contact with persons associated with illegal drugs, Domestic abuse counseling/treatment - DVI within 30 days, No contact with victim(s), Domestic No Contact (DANCO). Todd Michael Nerdahl, 56, Davenport, Iowa; 11/19/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Kimberly Sue Ristau, 44, Preston, Minn.; 10/15/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. 10/15/2016, Driver’s License Expired - Over 21, Fine $100. Joel Robert Rust, 23, Holland, Iowa; 11/5/2016, Open Bottle in Motor Vehicle - Possession, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Derrick John Sanford, 43, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/7/2016, Allow Open Bottle - Driver/ Owner, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Geri Ann SchmeckpeperHanson, 53, Fountain, Minn.; 11/5/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Susan Marie Snell, 64, Decorah, Iowa; 11/28/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Kortnee Noel Stewart, 38, Cedar Rapids, IA; 11/4/2016, Speeding (77/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Wendy Lee Tompkins, 64, Clarence, Iowa; 11/4/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. MN Department of Natural Resources Talon Jeremiah Estrada Juusola, 20, St. Michael, Minn.;11/5/2016, Failure to Validate Bonus Tag Before Moving Deer, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Ger Vue, 31, Little Canada, Minn.; 11/19/2016, Failure to

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Validate Bonus Tag Before Moving Deer, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Pao Xiong, 41, Brooklyn Park, Minn.; 11/5/2016, Failure to Validate Bonus Tag Before Moving Deer, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. MN State Patrol – Rochester Corinna Lynn Branstad, 37, Austin, Minn.; 11/3/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Daniel Alfred Evans, 54, LeRoy, Minn.; 11/19/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jason Alan Forsell, 46, Roseville, Minn.; 11/3/2016, Speeding (67/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Bryce Allen Peterson, 23, Lanesboro, Minn.; 11/10/2016, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Bradley Richard Scheper, 55, Peterson, Minn.; 9/28/2016, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Preston Police Department Jason Richard Kuennen, 25, Sauk Center, Minn.; 11/25/2016, Speeding (49/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Caleb Patrick Lauritsen, 35, Lanesboro, Minn.; 12/7/2016, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Feees $32. John Michael Sullivan, 54, Minnetonka, Minn.; 10/21/2016, Disorderly - Offensive/Obscene, Fine $210, Total Fees $300. Condition (12/7/2016): Pay $150 direct to city of Lanesboro for prosecution fee. Dylan Kim Wentworth, 19, Preston, Minn.; 9/29/2016, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession Prohibited, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

74.57 TILLABLE ACRE FARM FOR SALE BY SEALED BID AUCTION Sealed bids will be received at the Law Office of Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P. located at 110 East Main Street in Caledonia, Minnesota, until Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 4:00 pm for the purchase of agricultural and recreational real estate located in Section 27 of Yucatan Township, Houston County, Minnesota, along County Road 4. Property includes 74.57 acres of tillable crop land and 10 acres more/less of stream and recreational land. Property will be sold in one tract consisting of portions of Houston County Parcel identification numbers 17.0319.000, 17.0318.000 and all of 17.0323.002. Bids shall be made in writing, enclosed in a sealed envelope and plainly marked “Yucatan Township Farm Sale” on the exterior. Bids shall contain the name, address and phone numbers of the bidder. Bids may be either delivered in person or mailed to Michael A. Murphy, Hammell & Murphy, 110 East Main St., Caledonia, MN 55921. Bids shall be deemed received on the date the bid arrives at the Law Office of Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P. Initial sealed bids shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check made payable to “Hammell & Murphy Trust Account” for five percent (5%) of the bid as an earnest money deposit. SELLER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS AND TO NEGOTIATE WITH BIDDERS, AND FURTHER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CONDUCT A BID-OFF BETWEEN THE TOP SIX (6) BIDDERS. If seller exercises its right to conduct a bid-off, the bid-off shall occur on Friday, January 20, 2017 at 9:00 A.M. at the Hammell & Murphy Law Office. Seller reserves the right to conduct the bid-off according to seller’s discretion, including the right to conduct a confidential bid-off in person or by telephone. The successful bidder will be required to enter into a Standard Minnesota Purchase Agreement; said agreement will provide for a closing date on or before March 1, 2017. The premises are being sold “AS IS”. If you should have any questions regarding this property or the bid procedure, please contact the law offices of Michael A. Murphy, Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P., 110 East Main St., Caledonia, Minnesota at (507) 725-3361 or by email at mikerhm@acegroup.cc.

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Fillmore County Sports Knight Boys Hold Off Burros By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com Hopefully, by each team’s offensive displays, they’ll each have solid years. Kingsland’s boys played at Lanesboro in a game The Trende of individReport ual scoring spurts, a contest that pry was too close for comfort for the winners. Kingsland senior Zach Paul Trende Buchholtz was aggressive early, scoring 13 of the Knights’ first 17 points. The fighting John Fenske’s jumped out 17-10. But a 10-3 Burro run ensued. Sophomore Carson Schwichtenberg hit a trio of three’s and scored 11 of Lanesboro’s first 15 points. Midway through the half, the fighting Chris Hanson’s led 23-20. Kingsland resumed control with a 10-0 spurt. With one second left in the stanza, they in-bounded, Zach Bubany hit a three, and was fouled. The freebie fell for the four-point play. Team Double-K went to half up 37-31 having used their length to dominate the glass. Collin Scott scored 13 of Lanesboro’s final 15 points of the stanza. Kingsland used their defense in the second stanza. Lanesboro went scoreless the first 5-plus minutes. The Knights built a 43-31 lead. The Burros then altered their dribble-drive attack, finding junior post Brady Johnson inside. He scored eight of 11 Burro points. Kingsland kept scoring too though, at one point taking a 58-40 lead. Down the stretch, Lanesboro battled and battled. They cut and cut the lead, getting to 69-65 (0:27). A Knight free throw made it 70-65 (0:23). The Burros last possession lasted those final ticks. Their last basket (at the buzzer) was insignificant. Kingsland held on for the 70-67 win. Buchholtz (23 pts, 3-7 three’s, 6-11 FGs, 8-11 FTs, 6 rebs) led the way. Interior guys 6’4” Jordan Beck (14 pts, 7-11 FGs, 13 rebs) and 6’7” Ian Meisner (10 pts, 14 rebs, 2 blks) controlled the boards. Zach Bubany had an off-night scoring with 11 points but had 8 assists. Jackson Rindels added 8 (pts), 4 (assists), and 3 (stls). Burro senior guard Collin Scott continued his great all-around play (from football), posting a career-high (31 pts, 6-9 three’s, 10-16 FGs, 5 rebs). Carson-S (15 pts, 3-7 three’s) and Johnson (10 pts) helped. Cole Schwichtenberg had an off-night scoring but neared a triple-double (7 pts, 9 rebs, 9 assists). Lanesboro missed 7 of 10 free throws in final seven minutes. Kingsland controlled the glass (42-30 rebounds, 21-13 offensive rebounds, 23-12 second-chance-points). The Burros played without would-be starter, sophomore Andrew Luck.

It was Lanesboro’s first game (0-0, 0-1). Kingsland improved to 1-1, 2-1.

Fall Collegiate Sports Notes

Mabel-Canton graduate Belle Sand (2014) completed her third year of volleyball at the University of Syracuse. Sand, a 5’6” junior defensive specialist, led the Orange in digs (416) and service aces (18). Syracuse finished 6-14 in the ACC, 7-23 overall. The Orange were 14-6, 23-8 in 2015. Sand’s former M-C classBelle Sand mate, Sara Lind (2014), finished her third year at St. Mary’s (Winona). The 5’10” junior middle hitter had a team third best 184 kills and a team secondbest 51 total blocks. Fillmore Central graduate Leah Scheevel (2015) is a 5’10” sophomore middle Sara Lind hitter for the Cardinals. St. Mary’s went 24-5 overall, 8-3 in the MIAC. Fellow Falcon grad Morgan Malley (2016) finished her second year at Augsburg. The 5’8” sophomore setter put up a rounded stat-line of 88 kills, 310 assists, a team- Morgan Malley high 28 aces, and 271 digs. The Auggies went a perfect 11-0 in the MIAC, 18-10 overall. They fell in the MIAC semifinals. Other former area volleyball players at the next level include Rachel Kimball (2016 Lanesboro > frosh at RCTC), Sheridan Salisbury (2016 Chatfield > frosh at NCAsheville), and Alex Duxbury (2014 Chatfield > junior Winona State). WSU went 16-4 in the NSIC and 27-6 overall, advancing to the second round of the NCAA Division II tournament. They lost to Duxbury’s former school, D-II National Champions Concordia University (St. Paul). Houston grad Hans Lundberg (2012) finished off his senior year at Taylor Un i v e r s i t y in Indiana. The 6’3” 245-pound tight end started all 11 games (36 receptions, 427 yards, 7 Hans Lundberg TDs receiving). The Trojans went 4-7. For a second time, Lundberg was first team All Mid-States Football Association (Mid-East division). Lundberg was honored as

CoSIDA Academic All-American (3.93 GPA), the only Taylor football player ever to do so thrice. He totaled 89 receptions for 1,001 yards and 18 TDs in his fine career. On the Winona State football roster were Zach Olstad (FC 2012), Tyler Lund (Chatfield 2012), Cale Stensgard (R-P 2014), and Carter Duxbury (Chatfield 2016). Lund, a 6’3” 305-pound offensive lineman was a threeyear starter up front for WSU, including all 11 games at left tackle senior year. Olstad, a Tyler Lund 5’11” 245-pound junior fullback, played in ten of eleven games (9 receptions, 61 yards, TD) this past year. The Warriors went 8-3. Chatfield grad Nate Skare (2014) completed his third year at Upper Iowa University (Fayette). The junior punter had 54 kicks for 2,031 yards (37.6 average) for the Peacocks. Teammate Isaac Freese (Lanesboro 2013), a 6’3” 260-pound red-shirt junior defensive end had 26 tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble. Upper Iowa went 3-8. Chatfield’s Jayme LaPlante (2014) completed his third year at Minnesota StateMankato. The 6’3” 240-pound sophomore defensive end saw action in 11 games (22 tackles, two forced fumbles, fumble recovery, interception) for a Maverick group that went 8-3. At UWEau Claire are Chatfield graduates Justin Viss (2013) and Drew Hurley (2015). Hurley, a 6’2” 190-pound sophomore safety, had 36 total tackles. He transferred in after spending his freshman season at Gustavus Adolphus. Viss, a 6’2” 221-pound junior defensive lineman, played in nine games (20 tackles, one sack). The Blugolds went 2-8. Houston grad Evan Scheck (2014) is a 6’0” 240pound o-lineman at Luther College. Rushford-Peterson graduate (2014) Austin O’Hare ran cross country for St. Mary’s University. The junior (who also runs track and field) was the Cardinals second best runner. Karen GomezRuiz (Chatfield 2015) is running cross country at UW-Eau Claire.

double (10 pts, 9 rebs, 10 assists, 6 stls) as M-C beat HL. Wesley Johnson scored 22 but Houston fell to HL. Alyssa Rostad had 20 as the Hurricane girls beat HL. Weather annulled a number of Friday and Saturday contests, moving the HVL/TRC Shoot Out at the Mayo Civic Center back six days, altering the Border Battle in Decorah. Fillmore Central (1-2, 3-2), R-P (2-1, 3-2), and Chatfield’s girls (0-3, 0-5) were idle due the cancellations/postponements. Chatfield’s boys (0-1, 0-2) were also idle. Weather also put a kibosh on FCLMC’s annual holiday wrestling tournament.

Boys Basketball (12/12 – 12/17)

Kingsland 57, D-E 36 (K: Z. Bubany 27 pts (4-10 three’s, 5-7 FTs), 6 assists, 10 stls; J. Beck 11 pts, 6 rebs. Bubany and Jackson Rindels combined for 16 steals, harkening back to the Tanner Lange/Sam Eberle days) Houston 50, HL 70 (H: W. Johnson 22 pts (8-13 FGs); Brady Happel 7 pts, 7 rebs. ‘Canes are 1-2, 1-2) Goodhue 56, R-P 33 (RP: Jake Paulson 10 pts. Trojans are 0-1, 0-2) L-O 61, FC 74 (FC: S. Peters 19 pts (5-11 three’s), 6 assists; D. Sauer career-high 15 pts (6-8 FGs), 10 rebs, 4 blks; Josh Peters 11 pts. Falcons are 0-1, 2-1) HL 46, M-C 63 (MC: B. Kerns 20 pts (3-7 three’s, 8-14 FGs); D. Wyffels 10 pts, 9 rebs, 10 assists, 6 stls) MC 34, SG 67 (MC: Wayne Ross 8 pts, 6 rebs, 5 assists; Logan Richardson 8 pts, 6 rebs; B. Kerns 8 pts. M-C Is 3-3, 4-3)

Girls Basketball (12/12 – 12/17)

Houston 57, HL 43 (H: A. Rostad 20 pts (4-12 three’s, 4-4 FTs), 7 rebs, 4 stls; Jessica Kitching 18 pts, 9 stls; Amber Chapel 10 pts, 7 rebs, 6 stls) Lanesboro 33, Houston 40 (H: J. Kitching 9 pts, 10 rebs; Annette

Dulek 9 pts; Jenny Albrecht 5 pts, 15 rebs. L: Cassidy Ruud 9 pts; Emily Snyder 9 pts, 6 rebs; Haley Polin 7 pts, 7 rebs. Hurricanes are 2-1, 2-2. Burros are 1-2, 2-4) Kingsland 59, SG 64 (K: Lauren Buchholtz 15 pts; Kailey Link 13 pts, 7 rebs; Courtney Schmidt 12 pts. A Mariah Edgington three broke a 55-tie late and counted as the final go-ahead basket. Contest had six ties and 11 lead changes. Second half FTs: SG 11-18, K 4-7. FTs: SG 13-24, K 5-14. TOs: K 17, SG 12. Knights are 2-1, 3-2) HL 22, M-C 46 (MC: Coranda Vickerman 15 pts (7-10 FGs); Courtney Graves/Avery Arneson 8 pts. Cougars are 1-1, 3-1)

Wrestling (12/12 & 12/17)

FCLMC 0, GMLOS 63 (Wolves forfeited eight weights. There was one double forfeit. The five actual matches all went to decision. Included was Treyten Chiglo (113) falling 2-0, Eric Kunz (160) falling 12-11, and Walker Ward (285) falling 3-2); FCLMC 18, John Marshall 58 (Wolves forfeited eight, received a forfeit, and there was one double forfeit. T. Chiglo (113) & J. Thomas each had pins. Wolves are 0-2, 0-4) W-K 36, LARP 40 (S-Eagles jumped out 18-3 after four weights. Lead was cut to 22-18 after 152. LARP went ahead 34-18 heading to final four weights. Cody Rain’s pin at 220 cinched the match. Gable Speltz (113), Josh Doerr (120), Sam Schwendinger (126), & Justin Mueller (160) also recorded pins, Dominick Jenkins an 8-0 MD. Each team had a forfeit.) La Crescent 27, Chatfield 46 (Seth Goetzinger (106), Cael Bartels (120), Chase Ketterhagen (126), #1 at 145 in Class A Jake Mandt (145), & Alex Pagel (182) won by pin, Davontae Goldsmith (170 > 19-8) by MD, Lincoln Salisbury (160 > 8-4) & Jacob Stephas (152 > 8-2) by decision. Lancers FF’ed 285)

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County wrestlers ranked in the latest poll include Chatfield’s Jake Mandt (#1 at 145 in Class A) and LARP’s McCoy Tekautz (#1 at 152 in Class AA). The Screamin’ Eagles nipped W-K 40-36 to earn their second TRC win of the year. LARP improved to 2-0, 4-2. Chatfield beat La Crescent to improve to 1-1, 2-3. Zach Bubany had a rare doubledouble (career-high 27 pts, 6 assists, 10 stls), as Kingsland, holding the Eagles to eight second half points, beat D-E. Sam Peters hit his career-mark (19 pts, 5-11 three’s) again, Delton Sauer had a double-double (15 pts, 10 rebs), as FC beat L-O. Brenden Kerns had 20 points and Drew Wyffels a near triple-

Magdlin-Gilbertson VFW Auxiliary of Preston donated an American flag to Traditions Assisted Living on December 6 during “coffee with friends.” Pictured are, left to right: Pam Kunert (nurse), Muriel Hanson (auxiliary member), Leona Woellert (auxiliary member), and Andrea Attwood (administrator). Photo submitted

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Rushford Village continues to dig into road projects By Kirsten Zoellner It’s been a long few years for Rushford Village when it comes to road maintenance and needs. The city has begun to wrap up work on an $878,000 bid street improvement project, centered largely on needs in the South Rushford area. The project has been something of a frustration for the city, with communication and timeline issues with the contractor, McHugh Excavating of Onalaska, Wis. At a swift Tuesday, December 20 meeting, the council heard from Bolton & Menk Project Engineer Josh Pope regarding action taken against the contractor. At the December 6 meeting, the council debated the best path forward in securing completion of the project. The council gave Pope the go ahead to work with the contractor to determine amended substantial completion and final comple-

tion dates for the project. Per the contract, the project was to be substantially complete by September 17 and wrapped up October 1. When that didn’t happen, the city took liquidated damage action against the company, as the contract detailed. When litigation was threatened, the city began to look for the best solution to finish up the project with the contractor. Pope presented the results of those solution discussions at the December 20 meeting. “McHugh is agreeable to what we’ve laid out,” said Pope. “The substantial completion date would be September 28 and November 18 the final completion date. $6,885 deduct would be included.” The reduction would be included as a change order in the fourth pay application. “In my opinion, it would signify everything paid up to today.” Two concrete driveways

and culvert grading on Whitmore/Highway 43 will be done next spring before the project is completely wrapped up. When completed, a $31,000 retainage would be released. The road work is coming in roughly five percent below budget, as noted at the meeting. Mayor Gordon Johnson suggested the council accept the negotiated agreement with no additional damage to McHugh. “Or we can hold them to the frying pan,” he added. “Didn’t they say something about no one had filed claim against them and they were so proud of that,” questioned Councilor Todd Baker. “Perhaps it’s happened before,” responded Johnson, “But it may have been negotiated, too. That doesn’t affect their bond rating.” Pope clarified that liquidated damages carry more weight than negotiated change orders

Special deer hunt within Preston city limits By Karen Reisner The possibility of allowing archery hunting within the Preston city limits during the special hunt being held by the DNR was debated at the city council’s December 19 meeting. Mayor Kurt Reicks was absent. City Administrator Joe Hoffman noted a few deer harvested north of Preston tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Therefore, the DNR has

authorized a special hunt for the first two weeks of 2017, including three weekends. The hunt will be held in a special zone which includes roughly a 10 mile radius around the city of Preston. The city prohibits the “shooting of any firearm, rocket or other projectile within the corporate limits of the city.” However, there is no specific prohibition against hunting. Councilman David Collett said

Cross Country teams team up to ring bells

On Saturday night, December 17, 2016, the LFC Cross Country girls got together with the Stewartville Cross Country girls, braved the weather, and met up at the new Hy-Vee in Rochester to ring bells for Salvation Army and sing Christmas carols together. This was a great show of sportsmanship and friendship among the two teams that tied for second place to go to state this year. Those participating included Kaylee Arndt, Maddie Smith, Ashley Miner, Olivia Field, Laura Pedelty, Kiera Olson, Abby Orvis, Chrissy Lofgren, Emily Schlectinger, Grace Waltman, and Isabel Field. Laura Pedelty also played guitar. Photos submitted

any property owner can refuse hunting on his or her property. Police Chief Matt Schultz suggested that removing the prohibition within the city limits would allow hunters to concentrate on larger herds. A long list of requirements for a special hunt will be included for those who register. There will be no hunting in the more populated city center (the red area on a map to be provided). Hunting would be allowed in outer portions, including park land and open land. Permission of the property owner is a must. Schultz suggested that field dressing should not be done in a residential area. Councilman Robert Maust said he has received three calls, all against allowing the hunt within the city limits. He said he hasn’t heard from a landowner who would allow hunting. City Attorney Dwight Luhmann noted that archery hunting within the city has been discussed in the past. Councilman Charles Sparks indicated that he wasn’t in favor of it until he became aware of the red zone where hunting will not be allowed. Maust said the DNR thinks there are about 3,600 deer in the special hunt area and they want to have 1,200 deer harvested, 900 of those to be adult deer. Schultz added that the point restriction has been removed. Additional tags cost $2.50. Maust said there is no limit on the number of deer a hunter can take. Schultz didn’t think there will be a significant safety risk, adding he isn’t opposed to allowing archery hunting for this special hunt. He said they will be cooperating with the DNR and reducing the in-town deer population. The council approved the special hunt within the city limits in the designated areas using archery only. Maust voted no. He said in his opinion there just should not be hunting within the city limits.

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in bonding, which are based on performance. “It seems like a trivial difference, but that’s what it comes down to,” added Pope. Going forward, Pope suggested steps the Village can take in future project, including being able to select the best value bid, not simply the lowest bid. “It may or may not be the lowest price. Criteria could include past city projects. In a bonding capacity, it’s not going to impact them. But, it’ll impact their cost of doing business.” The council approved the negotiated change order. On other road issues, the council once again discussed bridge deficiencies. This time, the area was an inspection of Bridge #3827 on Aspen Lane. The county’s inspection report was “concerning” to Pope. “The language suggests it’s very old and heading for a state of disrepair,” he added. The bridge I

part of the state bridge system and therefore is eligible for state funding, if high enough on the list, and likely, if done to state standards. Engineers had considered just overlaying the asphalt, but it doesn’t ensure a longterm solution if the bridge in in a poor state and will be overhauled within ten years or less. The city may or may not want to take ownership of the bridge, and be faced with funding all future repairs, but the state may mandate certain aspects that the Village doesn’t want either. “I think we need to proceed with caution,” noted Pope. “There’s still a lot of questions that need to be answered.” The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, January 17, at 7:00 p.m., at the Village Hall. Please note that the council will not host a meeting the first Tuesday that month, opting instead to hold its annual organizational meeting on the third Tuesday. The public is encouraged to attend.

2017 Budget and levy The final budget and levy for 2017 was presented. The total levy for 2017 will be $831,494, which is an increase of 4.32% or $34,450. Hoffman noted the street maintenance fund was increased from $0 to $90,000. It was reduced to $0 last year to level out levy increases. The Twenty-14 Street Improvement Project payment was reduced using excess proceeds from the 2014 bond. A total of $22,028 was added to the budget to correct a chronic storm water shortfall. The primary reason for the increase in the levy is the payment for the Twenty-14 Street Improvement Project. Collett questioned the city’s monetary support for the National Trout Center. He insisted it isn’t prudent to use tax payer money to fund a private organization that we have no control over. He suggested the city’s financial support for the NTC be reduced by at least $2,500. Maust said the NTC brought in a professional this year to teach the directors how to raise money. He wanted to know what has resulted from hiring this professional. This will be discussed more in the new year. The 2017 budget was approved. Collett voted no. A resolution approving the final levy was adopted. Other business in brief • Approval was given to make the weekend stipend of $3 per hour permanent for ambu-

lance volunteers. Director Ryan Throckmorton said the stipend that has been in place since 2015 on a trial basis has helped greatly to get weekend shifts covered. The budget was increased $5,000 in 2016 to cover this stipend increase and the same amount is in the 2017 budget for that purpose. • The city hall exterior project was again discussed. Hoffman said they will have to make a decision on whether or not to use a general contractor in January, so they can get quotes or bids for the project. The project includes replacement of the roof, EIFS (stucco and insulation), canopy, concrete and electrical work, painting, a new sign, landscaping, and the installation of the mural. • Approval was given for the payment of a $30 stipend to any council member that takes the Board of Appeal and Equalization training course. The trainings are online, must be completed by January 31, and take 90 minutes. • The contract with Community Economic Development Associates (CEDA) was approved contingent on EDA action at a cost of $28,554 in 2017 (a 2.1% increase). The PPU pays one third of the cost and has approved the contract. The contract brings the services of Cathy Enerson to the city for five days per month. • The council will meet next on Tuesday, January 3. Their second meeting of the month will be held on Tuesday, January 17.

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Kingsland looks to add daycare center our tax statement that came out?” Uhlenhake confirmed that it was. The board unanimously approved the levy as submitted. The regular school board meeting opened at 6:30 p.m. Howard made a motion to remove the proposed hirings from the consent agenda, so they could first be consider at the January meeting of the personnel subcommittee, and then brought to the board in January. The motion did not receive a second. She then made a motion to only include the spring head coach hirings in the consent agenda, and to wait until January on the other hirings. That motion passed, with Doug Plaehn dissentAmber Uhlenhake shares budget and levy details. ing. The consent agenda was then Photo by Rich Wicks approved. Kingsland staff member Becky enues, 82.9% is state aid, 2.2% is Bicknese and Cathy Enerson from By Rich Wicks The Kingsland School Board federal aid, 11.4% is local taxes, Spring Valley EDA presented met December 19. Members and 3.6% is other sources. She information to the board about present were Doug Plaehn, Deb also pointed out that 73.5% of a proposed new “Mini Knights Larson, Troy Asher, Gwen How- Kingsland’s expenditures goes for Childcare” center to be operated ard and Ann Oeltjen, along with salary and benefits. by the school district, if a $150,000 Superintendent John McDonald. Uhlenhake broke down the pro- DEED grant is awarded. Enerson posed tax levy, showing that of the explained that, “The point of this Kristin Beck was absent. The annual Truth in Taxation $1,751,804.78 total, $635,610.78 is to retain families” in the school public meeting was held at 6:01 would go toward Maintenance, district, and the center would be p.m., with a presentation by Busi- $72,451.52 to Community Ser- “cost-neutral” and would operate ness Manager Amber Uhlenhake. vices, $955,533.49 to Debt Ser- from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for families She discussed the various funds vice, and $88,208.99 to OPEB needing daycare. If approved, the within the Kingsland budget and (Other Post Employent Benefits). program would be operated for gave an overall budget overview, Gwen Howard asked, “Is that a minimum of three years, and stating that of Kingsland’s rev- the amount that was shown on would be slated to open Septem-

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. ber 1, 2017. Enerson pointed out that it would be the first daycare center in Spring Valley, and its care cost would be below the state average. Superintendent McDonald pointed out that the board is currently being asked whether or not Kingsland should go forward pursuing the grant, because, “Without the grant, we would not move forward” with the childcare center plans. The board voted unanimously to pursue the grant application, which is due January 6. The board heard public thanks given by Superintendent McDonald. He acknowledged Dotti Nass Memorial for a $350 donation to the Title 1 program, State Farm/ Ross Heusinkveld for a $500 donation, Land O’Lakes “Dollars for Doers” Pauline Lentz, Nevin Stender, Gareld Stockdale, and Dale Wondrasch for a combined 1,175 hours of volunteering, Home Federal/Rita Bezdicek for a $500 grant, Kiwanis for matching the Home Federal grant, Spring Valley Ambulance volunteers for sitting with SACC kids over lunch, Essig Agency for meat and cheese trays, Miller-Rubin and Opseth families for meat and cheese trays, all who have donated winter gear for students, and to the custodians for keeping lots and sidewalks cleared of snow. Principal James Hecimovich gave an update of Kingsland’s progress with World’s Best Work-

force initiative. He said Kingsland continues to meet the graduation rate goal, but is still working toward the other four goals. He summarized, “I think we have some realistic but lofty goals.” Senior students were expected to address the board about the proposed senior trip to Wisconsin Dells, but no students were on hand during the meeting. Hecimovich said he would ask seniors to address the board at the January meeting. The board accepted a bid from Jerry Marr for the purchase of a pickup truck. A teacher seniority list was approved, as presented. The board also discussed a proposed Augsburg Student Teaching Contract. McDonald explained it’s a way for the Augsburg students to learn about Kingsland, and can also lead to quality applicants to fill Kingsland teaching jobs as they come open. Plaehn asked, “Does this prohibit us from getting students teachers from other places?” McDonald said it does not. The board unanimously OK’d the contract. Board Chair Doug Plaehn thanked outgoing board members Troy Asher and Gwen Howard for their service to Kingsland. The initial reorganizational meeting with new board members will be January 3 at 5:45 p.m. The next regular meeting of the board will be Wednesday, January 18 at 6:30 p.m.

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FILLMORE COUNTY Highway Department is seeking a full-time regular Highway Maintenance Specialist I for the Spring Valley Shop. Minimum requirements: Must have a valid Class â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? Commercial Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License. Must also have the ability to operate all types of highway equipment; perform all labor related tasks relative to highway, road and bridge, maintenance and construction activities; and be able to assist with mechanical repairs on equipment. Blading experience desirable. Starting salary is $18.7222/hour according to the 2017 IUOE Local #49 Union contract. Current members of Local #49 will receive preference. Job description and application materials may be obtained from: www. co.fillmore.mn.us; Fillmore County Coordinatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, 101 Fillmore Street, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 7654566. Current County application form REQUIRED. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Successful candidate will be subject to Fillmore County Drug and Alcohol Testing policies. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2017. EOE. h19,26,2-o

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ATTENTION: POOL MANAGERS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Preston Park Board is accepting applications for a Swimming Pool Manager for the 2017 season. This person must be available beginning in May through August. Salary is negotiable, depending upon experience. Some duties include: hiring of life-T guards, scheduling of pool staff, daily bank deposits, ordering of supplies & concessions, attendance at monthly Park Board meetings. Specific job description and applications are available at City Hall in Preston. Position will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to applications received by 4:30pm on Friday, January 13, 2017. h26,2-o

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FREELANCE WRITER The Fillmore County Journal is looking for a freelance writer to write and cover Chatfield School Board meetings.We are looking for someone with good writing skills and an interest in people. Please send a letter of interest and writing sample to Editor, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or e-mail to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call for more information 507-251-5297.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DMSION Court File No.: 23-PR-16-820 In Re: Estate of Richard M Girolamo, also known as Richard Girolamo, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated June 27, 2000. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Michael M Girolamo, whose address is 21461 90th St, Cresco, Iowa 52136, to serve as the personal representative of the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate. 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. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after

notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. Â§ 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: December 12, 2016 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar Richard A. Nethercut (MN# 0130072) Nethercut Schieber Attorneys PLLP 32 Main Avenue North Harmony, MN 55939 ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Publish 26,2

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PUBLIC NOTICES STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-16-829 Estate of Ronald D. Brummond, Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Will, dated September 30, 2016, and (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Willâ&#x20AC;?), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Jeffrey Lee Brummond, whose address is 10375 Highway 30 SE, Chatfield, MN, 55923, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 501BA1, subdivision 5. Dated: December 15, 2016 /s/James D. Attwood Registrar Attorney for Personal Representative William Oehler WARD & OEHLER, LTD. 1765 Greenview Drive SW Rochester, MN, 55902 Attorney License No: 0081012 Telephone: (507) 288-5567 FAX: (507) 288-5589 Email: william.oehler(a}wardoehler.com Publish 26,2

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SUMMARY OF MINUTES DECEMBER 13, 2016 The Fillmore County Board met in regular 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 2016-064: Sponsorship of a Safe Routes to School grant application by the City of Rushford RESOLUTION 2016-065: Final payment to A & H Company for Chevron Sign Project SP 023-070-002 RESOLUTION 2016-066: Final payment to Rochester Sand & Gravel for CSAH 15 Mill & Fill Project SAP 023-615-016, Carimona Township RESOLUTION 2016-067: Final payment to Minnowa Construction for Sumner Township Bridge replacement project SAP 023-599-171, Sumner Township The Board approved the following agenda items: â&#x20AC;˘ the agenda. â&#x20AC;˘ the following Consent Agenda: 1. November 22, 2016 County Board minutes. 2. Fireworks permit application for Schrage Displays, LLC, Spring Valley, MN. â&#x20AC;˘ donation of ballistic shields from Daughters of the American Revolution. â&#x20AC;˘ Service Contract with Southeast MN Water Resources Board for Southern Community Sewage Treatment Facilitator. â&#x20AC;˘ 2017 CEDA contract. â&#x20AC;˘ Eide Bailly audit engagement letter. â&#x20AC;˘ hire of Fred Horihan, as temporary Property Appraiser for up to thirty hours per week effective immediately. â&#x20AC;˘ accepted resignation from Evan Krahn, Highway Maintenance Specialist. â&#x20AC;˘ advertise in house and publicly for replacement Highway Maintenance Specialist. The Chair called the 2017 Fillmore County Budget and Levy Public Hearing to order at 6:30 p.m. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press. Coordinator Vickerman reviewed 2016 Operations, Performance Measures Report Results Summary Planned 2017 Operations, 2017 Preliminary Expenditures and Trends, 2017 Preliminary Revenues and Trends, and 2017 Proposed Budget & Levy. The following Commissionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Ability Network, Inc., Medicare, license fee $869.00 Canton Heating & Cooling, LLC, services $1,439.10 Continental Research Corp., supplies $763.87 Creative Forms & Concepts, Inc., forms $588.81 Dr. Lawrence J. Green, services $1,150.00 Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card/ACH, misc. expenses $3,383.19 Gatzke, Michele, mileage $513.54 Marco, Inc., supplies, equipment purchase $21,924.64 MCCC, dues, software support $9,170.33 MEnD Correctional Care, PLLC, services $2,125.00 Mensink Landscaping, salt $725.20 Newman Signs, signs $554.40 Red Wing Software, services $719.00 Rushford-Peterson School District 239, grant expenditure $1,199.85 State Industrial Products, supplies $856.87 Uniforms Unlimited, Inc., uniforms $3,201.77 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $49,184.57 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (70 bills - not listed) $10,525.81 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $59,710.38 INFRA FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Bowmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Safe & Lock Shop, services $873.00 TOTAL INFRA FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $873.00 TOTAL INFRA FUND BILLS UNCER $500 (1 bill - not listed) $152.50 TOTAL INFRA FUND $1,025.50 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount A & H Co., Inc., services $1,786.75 Bauer Built, Inc., services $14,397.61 Bruening Rock Products, Inc., rock $21,247.84 Cargill, Inc., salt $87,680.40 Carquest, parts $518.66 Class C Solutions Group, supplies $532.61 Connaughty Sales, Inc., services, parts $726.09 Dave Syverson Freightliner, parts $1,086.98 Erickson Engineering Co., services $5,372.00 Fastenal Company, supplies $1,155.23 Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card/ACH, registration, notary $540.00 Hovey Oil Co., Inc., fuel $10,244.17 Mississippi Welders Supply Co., services $1,015.39 Newman Signs, signs $4,120.53 Nuss Truck Group, Inc., parts $1,708.39 Preston Auto Parts, parts $825.23 Rochester Sand & Gravel, Inc., services $24,270.41 Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc., services $3,325.00 State of MN, services $678.93 Thompson Sand, sand $15,374.00 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $196,606.22 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (22 bills - not listed) $3,046.79 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $199,653.01 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card/ACH, registration fees, other travel exp. $1,617.34 Mettler Toledo, Inc., services $4,435.97 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $6,053.31 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (5 bills - not listed) $264.51 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $6,317.82 AIPORT FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Deters, Isaac, services, fuel reimb. $3,490.67 TOTAL AIRPORT FUND $3,490.67 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566. Publish 26

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Spacious 4 bdrm, 2 bath home situated on large corner lot. Flooring is updated and new carpet. Knock down ceilings, some new sheet rock, eat-in kitchen w/pantry, formal dining room w/bay window, leaded glass windows, original wood work and main floor bedroom & bath (currently used as office/den). Windows have been updated, vinyl siding & 2 car detached garage. You’ll love the fenced yard, back yard deck with standing planters and beautiful front porch entrance. This property is ready for immediate occupancy and is in move-in condition.

Beautifully renovated 4 bdrm, 2 bath home with all the old world charm with original woodwork, crown molding, maple hardwood floors, & open staircase - with all the modern conveniences with updated kitchen, new cupboards, countertops & center island, and main floor laundry & 1/2 bath. Bedrooms are located in upper level and are all generous in size, walk-in closets, walk-up attic and full bath. The formal dining area has French doors leading to the living room. Steel siding, metal roof and open 3 season porch. This one has it all and is in movein condition.

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

Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com $179,900

22881 OAK HILL DRIVE SPRING VALLEY • $199,000 Unique log home nestled away in the woods. 3 bdrm, 2 bath home with new mound septic system. You’ll enjoy the peaceful surroundings, beautiful yard and landscaping and the abundance of wildlife. The loft area is home to the master bedroom w/attached bath. The lower level is unfinished and ready for expansion. Updated eat-in kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances. Located in desirable “country” setting.

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Totally updated and remodeled 3 bdm, 2 bath home. French doors, hdwd floors, updated baths, main floor laundry, updated kitchen, new electrical & plumbing, vinyl siding, newer roof and windows. Large back deck with 10x10 canopy, circle drive, storage shed & 25x30 Quonset garage. This property is ready to move right in!

Chatfield Office Rochester Office 116 N. Main St. 4123 26th St. NW $68,500

LISTIN $98,900 431 AVE C NEW 712 CLIFF ST NE 137 ST. PAUL ST CHATFIELD 626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD PRESTON CHATFIELD 2 bedroom • large lot • garage • 3 bedroom • 2 baths • Remodeled and updated • Commercial building some newer windows 2 car attached garage • Open kitchen and dining Old bank building • 3 vaults still available • Multiple 3 bedrooms • large fenced yard • newer windows • room • Family room with gas ﬁreplace and built- Ofﬁce Space • Unlimited potential for investment • 3 living room • dining room • covered patio quiet street $114,900 ins • Steel siding • Screened-in porch • Private rentals on 2nd levels • Enclosed porch area 90 MAIN STREET back yard • Storage shed • Move-in ready FOUNTAIN BUILDING LOT FOR SALE NEW

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707 S. SECTION AVE SPRING VALLEY, MN • $143,000

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300 KIRKWOOD ST E. LANESBORO

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Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to Trail • Updated and remodeled • Ideal for retail, ofﬁce space, storage, rental space • golf course • Open to builders • City Utilities

3 bedrooms • d/o • formal dining room Over 4,000 sq. ft. • Unlimited potential • living room • large open kitchen w/ ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE $108,500 dining • wood floors • main floor laundry FORESTVILLE STATE PARK $69,900 9 TWIFORD ST • enclosed porch • patio • deck • 2 car CHATFIELD garage • storage shed • private yard 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, Updated 1 1/2 story • Main floor master bedroom • Main floor laundry • overlooking Sylvan Park • shop area in fishing, camping • Private • Ideal for house 2 bedrooms • d/o • Newer roof • Newer furnace • Covered porch • Vinyl siding • Overlooks park • Close to trail and trout stream or cabin lower level

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104 Robert St, OSTRANDER

Bring your toys! 26x48 insulated shop. Main ﬂoor living & partially ﬁnished basement. $122,900

418 Preston St. NW, PRESTON

2999 Stateline Rd, CRESCO

Simple living, move right in! Enjoy the country! Barn w/ tack room, Scenic setting & Fenced ideal location. electric & water. for horses. MainGreat ﬂoor living plus ﬁnished yard with garden. $117,900 walkout basement. $118,900

400 Whittier St E, LANESBORO

Backs up to the woods! Main ﬂoor living w/ partially ﬁnished w/o basement. 1 car garage. $129,900

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Sell the camper & love where you live! Spacious 3 bdrm. XL 2 car for your toys. Great yard & setting near Upper IA River. $127,900

410 Main Ave S, HARMONY

Charming & Comfortable 3 bedrm, 2 bath, low maintenance with many updates. Nice basement, patio, garden, & insulated garage. $93,900

2606 Village Rd, BLUFFTON

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LAND - 8.38 ACRES: CARDINAL LANE, MABEL 4 BED, 3 BATH: 1120 MATTHEW ST SW, PRESTON $170,000 2 BED, 1 BATH: 225 2ND AVE NE, HARMONY $69,000 4 BED, 2 BATH: 317 FILLMORE ST W, PRESTON $71,000 3 BED, 2 BATH: 160 4TH AVE SE, HARMONY $82,500 HARMONY Renovated commercial building, 3 BED, 3 BATH: 4013 3RD ST NW, ROCHESTER $195,000 turn your talents into an enjoyable 3 BED, 3 BATH: 245 1ST AVE SW, HARMONY $80,000 career. $149,900

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Buildable lots NOLAN VALLEY LOT - 6.37 acres outside of Mabel, $39,900

101 W Fillmore Ave, CANTON CHURCH HILL SCHOOL CONDOS

Corner lot! Lots of space in this home w/updated mechanicals. Partially fenced yard. 2 car garage. $49,000

NEW LISTING

242 S Silver St, WYKOFF

Efﬁcient 2 bedroom w/ attached garage. $59,900

Create your masterpiece! 2 unﬁnished units available. Large windows, tall ceilings, and nice views. Short walk to downtown Lanesboro.

FAITH TRAIL - 2.38 acres near Lanesboro,

$84,000

HARMONY - Subdivision with country views & building incentive!

20 ACRES

24280 County 14, PRESTON

Private acreage. Space for entertaining, 2 car garage, updated barn w/ box stalls, pole shed, and fenced pasture. $245,000

45 1st Ave NE, HARMONY

Why rent? Easy walk to downtown & affordable living. $47,500

100 Elmwood St E LANESBORO

Inn with owners living area

FEATURED LISTINGS

Kelsey Bergey

Realtor, GRI 507-251-0281 kelsey@harmonytel.net

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Monday, December 26, 2016

AUTOS

FOR SALE

LOST/FOUND

Norby Tree Service: Stump grinding, tree trimming, and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. v8/2tfn- o

2003 CHEVY CAVALIER. 4 door, 139,000 miles, very good. $1,800. s26,2-o

LOST DOG: 30 lbs, Norwegian Elkhound, pink collar. l26-o

REBUILD ALTERNATORS and starters for auto, truck, and farm implements. Same day service. Used cars for sale. Specializing in Toyota Prius sales and services. Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford. 507-864-7440 or 507-459-1504. v11tfn- o

DONATE YOUR CAR truck or boat to Heritage For The Blind. Free 3-day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of 800/439-1735 (MCAN)

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

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507-886-4600

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Celebrating 20 years in the ICF Industry Complete sales and education available of 42518 State Hwy 44 â&#x20AC;˘ Mabel, MN 55954 multiple ICF Forms and Phone (507) 493-5888 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax (507) 493-3888 all related accessories Email tristateicf@gmail.com including ICF Bracing Website www.tristateicf.com sales and rental. BEST PRICES, BUILD DIFFERENT, BUILD BETTER, BEST SUPPORT, WE KNOW ICF'S.

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DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-752-6680 (MCN)

WANTED Wanted: Cars, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn-o WANTED TO BUY: Basswood and Birchwood by truckload delivered to Dodgeville,WI. Bark intact, harvested in dormancy, delivered FRESH cut. Prearranged purchases only. Call Al Ladd at 608-935-2341 ext.333 (MCN)

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Better efficiency and more heat output than traditional wood heating. Central Boiler Classic Edge OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. Call Today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507-5334523. 26,2,9-o TRAILER Sale: 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; V-nose ramp Cargo $2.750.00, 7â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; V-nose ramp $4,199.00; Skidloader trailers SAVE $600.00 to $700.00, Fuel Trailers, Scissor lift trailers, Snowmobile trailers 2 place & 4-place; 150 trailers, 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of trailer PARTS! Trailer Repairs 515-9724554 www.FortDodgeTrailerWorld. com (MCN)

THANKâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;YOU ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ TO THE GOOD PEOPLE who have given our family such great support through your prayers, thoughts & good wishes, we thank God for all of you! We had no idea what to expect. Cancer is so unpredictable, but all of you made each day easier knowing we had such wonderful support. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t thank you enough! David & Evon Ask t26-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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FOR RENT Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn-x

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MOTORCYCLES: TOP CASH PAID! For Old Motorcycles! 1900-1979. DEAD OR ALIVE! 920-371-0494 (MCN)

DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800-283-0205 (MCN)

RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL

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REAL ESTATE GREAT LOCATION - PRIVATE BACKYARD!

MAIN FLOOR LIVING â&#x20AC;&#x201C;ONE OWNER

REAL ESTATE BEAUTIFUL TURN OF THE CENTURY HOME

NEW LISTING

$129,900 209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD

#4073199 â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial building with great visibility in downtown Chatfield LISTINGspace â&#x20AC;˘ Large display window â&#x20AC;˘ 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for NEW retail/office â&#x20AC;˘ Renovated handicap bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ New commercial grade carpet â&#x20AC;˘ Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor â&#x20AC;˘ Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments

TIM DANIELSON

homes@timdanielson.com

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

ELCOR Realty Co.

SOLD 416 BENNETT ST NE, CHATFIELD LD â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2S BathsO â&#x20AC;˘ 2,338 sq. ft. SOLD

219 ALLEY FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD

â&#x20AC;˘ 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122; X 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Block building with alley access

$156,900 #4074414

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 2,420 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ New flooring â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood floors â&#x20AC;˘ Radon mitigation system â&#x20AC;˘ Deck â&#x20AC;˘ Updated windows & electrical service â&#x20AC;˘ Steel siding â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor Laundry room & bathroom remodel â&#x20AC;˘ LL family room/den â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Car garage with room to add 2nd stall

712 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD

$179,900

#4075544 #4075791

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Main floor bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘Â¨2 Updated Baths includes master â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ Updated kitchen â&#x20AC;˘ Gas fireplace with built-ins, â&#x20AC;˘ Screen porch â&#x20AC;˘ Patio â&#x20AC;˘ Steel siding â&#x20AC;˘ Newer roof & driveway â&#x20AC;˘ 0.58 Acre wooded lot â&#x20AC;˘ Landscaped â&#x20AC;˘ No backyard neighbors â&#x20AC;˘ Storage shed â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances â&#x20AC;˘ Move-in condition â&#x20AC;˘ Quick possession

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANNE

NEW CONSTRUCTION!

AFFORDABLE ACREAGE ON BLACKTOP 2.5 ACRES

$199,900 106 FILLMORE ST NE, CHATFIELD #4076078

â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 672 sq. ft. Garage w/workshop â&#x20AC;˘ 3,336 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Original woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Double staircase â&#x20AC;˘ Pocket doors â&#x20AC;˘ Crown molding â&#x20AC;˘ Built-ins, Wood floors â&#x20AC;˘ 2nd Floor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Finished walk-up attic (5th bedroom) â&#x20AC;˘ Permanent siding â&#x20AC;˘ Good roof â&#x20AC;˘ Loaded with character LOADED WITH OLD WORLD CHARM

NEW SEPTIC

428 HILLSIDE DR SE, CHATFIELD

$249,900 #4073229

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedrooms on Main â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ 0.42 acre â&#x20AC;˘ Open floor plan â&#x20AC;˘ Paneled doors â&#x20AC;˘ Large foyer â&#x20AC;˘ 2,656 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Custom cabinets â&#x20AC;˘ Granite tops â&#x20AC;˘ Island â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood floors â&#x20AC;˘ Master suite w/walk-in closet â&#x20AC;˘ Tray ceiling â&#x20AC;˘ Large foyer â&#x20AC;˘ Vaulted ceiling â&#x20AC;˘ Expand in the lower level â&#x20AC;˘ Great location INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY - DUPLEX

122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD

$310,000 #4072386

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 5,388 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ Original woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Elaborate craftsmanship â&#x20AC;˘ 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Double staircases â&#x20AC;˘ Pocket doors â&#x20AC;˘ Ash/Maple/Oak floors â&#x20AC;˘ Remodeled kitchen with granite tops & butler pantry â&#x20AC;˘ Finished walk up attic â&#x20AC;˘ Large corner lot â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Covered porches â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Milo White Houseâ&#x20AC;? (Hazelwood) on the National Register CUTE DOLL HOUSE WITH IMPROVEMENTS

$124,900 26026 COUNTY 1, SPRING VALLEY #4075046

â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ Shed (16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) â&#x20AC;˘ Remodeled kitchen with cherry cabinetry â&#x20AC;˘ Vinyl Siding â&#x20AC;˘ Replacement windows â&#x20AC;˘ Deck â&#x20AC;˘ Built in 1949 â&#x20AC;˘ Private setting â&#x20AC;˘ Shared well GREAT STARTER HOME!

NEW LISTING

21179 US 52, PRESTON

â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car

204 DIVISION ST NE, CHATFIELD

306 1ST ST E, FOUNTAIN

$89,900 #4076118

â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bedroom (Main) â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Bedroom, Den (Second) â&#x20AC;˘ Separate Access, Furnaces, Electric meters & Laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Oversized 2 car garage (24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) built in 1994 â&#x20AC;˘ Includes additional lot (50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 140â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) â&#x20AC;˘ Affordable living â&#x20AC;˘ Ideal owner occupant & long term renter on 2nd level

235 5TH AVE SE, HARMONY

$106,900 #4074674

205 HUDSON AVE, CANTON

$59,900

#4074887

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths, â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage off alley â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedrooms (2nd floor) â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Âź baths â&#x20AC;˘ 1,994 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ New roof â&#x20AC;˘ Covered deck â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Remodeled bath porch â&#x20AC;˘ Updated electric service â&#x20AC;˘ Updated kitchen with breakfast bar & backsplash â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Enclosed Spacious rooms â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances â&#x20AC;˘ Quiet street â&#x20AC;˘ Finished lower level family room with bar area â&#x20AC;˘ Level lot (0.21 acres) â&#x20AC;˘ Move-in condition

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234 LINE ST N, WYKOFF

$84,900

#4075929

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage (24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) â&#x20AC;˘ Updated roof, furnace, water heater, painting â&#x20AC;˘ Kitchen remodel and wiring updated in 1980â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;˘ Private dead end location â&#x20AC;˘ Move-in condition

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE EYOTA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0.24 acre lot in established neighborhood with city utilities backing up to City Park. #4075127 $21,500 FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Large level lot (132â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 300â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $99,900 $87,900 $74,900 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 rural acreage subdivision lots (3.77 acre & 5.76 acre) Call for details! $69,900/each CHATFIELD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Commercial lot offering 0.85 acres, city utilities, level, 311 feet of Hwy 30 frontage, ready to build & only couple blocks off Hwy 52. #4062958 $89,900 CHATFIELD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NEW - 5 acres tucked in the valley with 429 feet of Root River frontage including an old farm house (gutted) to remodel for your permanent home or cabin. Small pasture for the animals, nice views & short drive to town. #4075434 $115,000.

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December 2016

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The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Flexsteel • Thomasville • Smith Brothers • Daniel’s Amish • La-Z-Boy • Ekornes

Quality furniture … Better values … Personal service …

Year-End

SALE

SALE!

STARTS MONDAY!

48 Month Special Financing Available! ** December 26th – January 1st Only!

Storewide Sale Prices!

Save 30% storewide, including Special Orders.*

Save 40% to 60% on closeouts, floor samples, and discontinued items.

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Financing Available! No finance charges until January 2021!** This offer available December 26th thru January 1st only!

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FREE Gas!

We’ll pay for your gas – just for shopping Drury’s!

No purchase necessary! Over 35,000 Square Feet of Fully Accessorized Displays!

OUR 91st YEAR!

*Discounts are off MSRP, and prior discounts may have been taken. **No interest for 48 Months with Equal Payments. $999 minimum purchase amount is required for this offer. The monthly payment is calculated by dividing the purchase amount by the number of months in the offer and will pay off the balance if all payments are made on time. Other transactions, including fees and other charges, may affect your overall monthly payment amount. Minimum interest charge is $2. This offer expires January 1st, 2017. Purchases that do not qualify for this limited time offer may be subject to the standard Purchase APR, currently 28.99% - 29.99% for existing accounts. This offer may not be combined with other special financing offers. Prior purchases excluded and account must be in good standing. Offer subject to credit approval on a Renovate credit card account. See store associate for more information.

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100 Main Street Fountain, MN 507-268-4363 STORE HOURS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am-8 pm; Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 9 am-5 pm; Sunday Noon-4 pm.