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American Family Insurance Agent Preston discusses options to finance potential Kiel Anderson passes the torch development projects By K aren R eisner karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com
At the February 6 city council meeting funding options for a State Veterans Home and the Riverside Center projects were discussed. Both projects have been in early planning stages for some time. Councilman Robert Maust suggested that each project could cost an estimated $500,000. City Administrator Joe Hoffman asked the council to consider hiring David Drown and Associates to do a Capital Financial Plan. He listed several financing options including funding for Local Improvement Projects, USDA Community Facilities Loan, Abatement Levy Bond, EDA lease purchase, and a RefJeff Ellingson, left, is looking forward to taking over Preston American Family Insurance now that Kiel Anderson is retiring. Linda Means, center, will remain working in customer service, which will help lead to a smooth transition. Photo submitted team,” Anderson explained. “He be making the move to workBy H annah Wingert drove me home one night after ing in Preston. He started as an hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com bowling and asked if I’d thought insurance salesman for American Family Insurance in 1980, taking “It’s going to be a learning about selling insurance.” curve,” Kiel Anderson said about Originally, Rustad planned to over for his grandfather when he his retirement. After 27 years, continue working at the offices in retired. Anderson is retiring from his job Preston and Anderson was going “I never saw myself in this as insurance agent for American to open a new office in Spring business when I was growing Family Insurance and passing on Valley, but right around the time up,” Ellingson admitted. But the torch to Spring Grove native that Anderson received his insur- somehow, a part-time job workance sales license, Rustad was ing for his grandpa turned into Jeff Ellingson. Anderson’s wife, Kristi recently promoted to District Manager in a life-long career. retired from her job at Foremost Iowa for the company. And so, Ellingson will continue to work Farms as well. “She’s liking it Anderson took over in Preston at his office in Spring Grove, splitting his time between his (retirement), so I’m sure I will where Rustad left off. When Anderson announced two locations. He recently hired too,” Anderson laughed. With his offices located in the his plans to retire, American another sales specialist to work Rustad Building in Preston, it’s Family Insurance opened up with in Spring Grove, which will no surprise that Anderson’s pre- his position, and Jeff Ellingson help to free up a little more of his time to focus on the Preston decessor in the insurance busi- accepted it. Ellingson, a long-time acquainness was Donnie Rustad. See ANDERSON Page 14 “We used to bowl on the same tance of Anderson’s, is excited to Prices Effective Februrary 13th - 19th, 2017
erendum Bond which would require a vote of 50% plus one. The council approved the extension of a land option with Robert Doherty for another year through the end of 2018 at a cost of $250, as recommended by the EDA. The land could be the future home of a state veterans home. The estimated half million cost for a veterans home is for the land purchase plus the necessary infrastructure upgrades. Maust favored the idea of a referendum bond. He maintained that “if we can’t get 50% plus one to support the project, we probably shouldn’t be doing it.” He argued it is a good time to borrow money, as we are at the bottom of the scale at what See PROJECTS Page 7
Rushford Village looks to determine policing as City of Rushford ends mutual aid contract By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com
“The meeting started with a kerplunk; well, abruptly. The City of Rushford will no longer provide police services to the City of Rushford Village or the City of Peterson,” said Rushford Village Mayor Gordon Johnson, at the Tuesday, February 7 council meeting. “I’m disappointed in the way it came about.” The City of Rushford requested a meeting last month, which was held January 25. Present were Village Mayor Johnson and Councilor Dennis Overland, Peterson Councilor Gail Boyum, Rushford Mayor Chris Hallum,
Councilor Jim O’Donnell, City Administrator Tony Chladek, Police Chief Adam Eide, and Fillmore County Sheriff Tom Kaase. “The dialogue was not always positive,” added Johnson. “I was a little defensive in nature. But, it was a good discussion.” The mutual aid contract was drafted by the City of Rushford and presented to the Village in previous years. The Village had reimbursed the City of Rushford directly for hourly man and equipment costs. This equated to just over $960 in 2016 and was based on $41 per hour, a See POLICING Page 2
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number Johnson noted was set by the City of Rushford. During the joint meeting, Johnson stated he was specific in asking what the duties from the county to the Village would be in a mutual aid contract. “Where do we fall in that mix?” asked Johnson to the council. He indicated that Sheriff Tom Kaase cited Minnesota State statute 387.03, related to duties and powers of a sheriff. Among specific duties related to physical work of the position, it states, “The sheriff shall keep and preserve the peace of the county, for which purpose the sheriff may require the aid of such persons or power of the county as the sheriff deems necessary.” Johnson said there was a com-
Monday, February 13, 2017 “We need to decide what we do want,” added Councilor Dennis Overland. The city will schedule another meeting with the sheriff to better determine needs. In the meantime, calls that come from Rushford Village residents and businesses will go directly to the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office. According to Johnson, if there is no deputy in the area, the county can contact local law enforcement (in this case, the City of Rushford) and request assistance. The county would then reimburse the City of Rushford. “They’re not going to turn a blind eye,” noted City Attorney Tom Manion. In other news, with the election of Mike Ebner to the Council effective this past January, the City of Rushford Village has looked to find a replacement for Ebner’s former seat on the Zoning Board. Three names were given to Zoning Administrator Jon Pettit, but only one was willing to serve. Former Councilor Todd Baker has stepped up and the council approved his appointment at the meeting. “We want to have someone who is involved,” said Mayor Gordon Johnson. “Maybe we should give him a chance.” Baker’s appointment was approved in a unanimously by three votes. Councilors Chad Rasmussen and Rich Smith were absent. A few items related to Roads were brought forth by Public
ment during the joint meeting that the Village is being treated differently than cities within the county. The City of Rushford Village has no downtown district, but is rural in nature with several residential subdivisions, and thereby functions similarly to a township. Cities within the county that contract with the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office see a minimum of two hours per day of police protection police protection 365 days a year, plus emergency calls. Financially, this equates to $24,000 per year or $32.89 per hour, according to Johnson. “We need to have a discussion with Sheriff Kaase again,” said Johnson. “We really haven’t asked for anything. I don’t see that we’re having issues. Are we put in a position that we have to have an agreement with the Sheriff?”
Rushford Village Council discussed appointment of a new Zoning member at the Tuesday, February 7 council meeting. Pictured left to right are Mayor Gordon Johnson and Councilors Mike Ebner and Dennis Overland. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner 2014
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“It’s cracked all the way up. It’s wide,� said Councilor Dennis Overland. Main Street was overlaid, rather than reconstructed, per engineer’s recommenda-
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tions. The city will look to see if a maintenance contract of any kind is in place before determining next steps. The city approved a siren maintenance proposal from the City of Rushford. The siren utilized by the Village is located in Creekside
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C ommentary A speech everyone should read By Lee Hamilton As a country, we make a habit of looking forward, not backward. But I’m going to ask you to turn your attention back a few weeks, to Barack O b a m a’s Lee H. January 10 Hamilton farewell address to the American people. I’ve been reading presidential farewell speeches for many years. Most of them give good advice. This speech, however, was exceptional. It can be read with benefit by Republicans and Democrats, conservatives and liberals — because it says a lot of things that we need to hear about our system and our country. I hope that for some time to come, this speech will be a topic of conversation in classrooms, at church socials, and around the table at local service clubs. Why? To begin with, the speech is filled with confidence in ordinary people and respect for what workaday Americans can accomplish. This is a founding value of our country — both a promise and a call to civic arms. Our rights, the former President notes, “have never been self-executing.” Instead, our system is built around the belief “that We, the People, through the instrument of our democracy, can form a more perfect union.” The responsibility for making this a better country, in other words, lies with each of us. “Show up, dive in, stay at it,” he says. “And more often than not, Editorial Cartoon
your faith in America and in Americans will be confirmed.” At the same time, throughout the speech, Mr. Obama makes it clear that it’s challenging to make representative democracy work. As a nation, he argues, we have enormous potential — but we cannot take our success for granted. If we don’t “create opportunity for all people,” he warns, “the disaffection and division that has stalled our progress will only sharpen in years to come.” Indeed, our democracy is being severely tested right now, in part by a disintegrating sense of common ground among Americans of different racial, ethnic, and class background, and in part by the growing ease with which people can retreat into “bubbles” — both geographic and ideological — in which we see only people we identify with and hear only information that already fits our preconceived notions. This makes the underpinnings of a successful representative democracy — the search for common ground, the willingness to negotiate, the freedom to compromise — difficult if not impossible to pursue. Yet what may be most striking about the farewell address is that it is filled with hope, and with a clear optimism that we can overcome division and temporary steps backward. Not that this will be easy, Mr. Obama notes. Restoring a sense of common purpose will require a change both in hearts and in beliefs. “We all have to start with the premise that each of our fellow citizens loves this country just as much as we do; that they value hard work and
family just like we do; that their children are just as curious and hopeful and worthy of love as our own,” he says. Furthermore, he recognizes that while politics is a battle of ideas, “without some common baseline of facts, without a willingness to admit new information and concede that your opponent might be making a fair point, and that science and reason matter, then we’re going to keep talking past each other.” These are challenges, but they’re hardly insurmountable — especially if we learn to put ourselves in others’ shoes. As you read this speech, it’s hard to avoid a sense of the basic strength of our country. There’s a celebration of the peaceful transfer of power, a straightforward discussion of race and ways to surmount the burdens that racial discord have imposed on our society, a magnanimity toward ideological adversaries, an underlying sense of inclusiveness and decency. These are wise words from a mature politician who clearly has confidence in the nation’s ability to forge ahead and meet its challenges. I understand that a lot of people in this country don’t agree with former President Obama on many things. But set aside the person who wrote it for a moment: this speech is instructive for all of us on what this country is all about and how we can make it better. 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.
Can we work in common cause? By Dr. Bryan Van Gorp Human-caused climate change presents us with an opportunity to unite around a solution to a common problem. No one nation, religion, race, or group of any kind can Dr. Bryan address this Van Gorp issue on its own. It will take all of us working together for the long term common good. That presents a possibility for peace, renewed economic security, return to rational thinking and a chance to recognize our common humanity. Our common enemies are the rogue outlaws, political and corporate, that think it is OK to increase carbon levels in the atmosphere by 60% in a century. These are true radicals who tell us there will be no consequences for violating the laws of physics. They should lose their social license to operate. Conservatives would conserve resources, a livable climate, and the commons we all depend upon. Sustainability does not have a lobby to buy politicians. Those marketing fossil fuels and lying
Government this week • Monday, February 13, Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5 p.m. • Monday, February 13, Houston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, February 13, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, February 13, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, February 13, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Tuesday, February 14, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Tuesday, February 14, Harmony City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Wednesday, February 15, Mabel City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Thursday, February 16, Houston School Board, High School Library, 6 p.m. • Thursday, February 16, Lanesboro School Board, 7 p.m. • Thursday, February 16, Fillmore County Planning & Zoning Commission, Commissioners’ Board Room, 7 p.m. Schedule subject to change.
about climate change do. The climate will not distinguish by country, religion, or wealth. We must all unite in common cause against this common enemy. It is the challenge of our generation and what future generations will measure us by. Carbon dioxide is altering the composition of our oceans and our atmosphere, it is imperative to preserve what we cannot afford to destroy. The most practical tool in this fight is a carbon tax. That means paying the full price of our consumption including the environmental cost. Paying our own way rather than passing the cost on to future generations. The beautiful thing is that it doesn’t have to cost us anymore than we are currently paying. The extra income generated by this carbon tax can be offset by a reduction in other taxes so that the total amount paid in taxes on average stays the same. This accomplishes four things using the basic principles of economics. First, it increases the price of fossil fuels which means less will be used. Second, it makes renewable energy even more competitive relative to fossil fuels. Third, it creates many new jobs as we create a renewable energy infrastructure creating full employment and good paying jobs. Fourth, we will have very low cost energy virtually forever once the transition is complete because sun, wind, tides, etc., don’t cost anything. By the way, this is why corporations and politicians resist; no one will be making much money from your energy bill. All this happens without costing the average person more. Sustainability is not about perpetuating the current system; it is about aligning with the laws of nature. There is no downside potential in getting honest about this challenge we must face together; there is upside potential.
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C ommentary Local conversation about our future By Peggy Hanson About 60 people gathered in Lanesboro on January 31. Why did all these people come together on a cold dark night in January? It wasn’t the rhubarb cake. The group Peggy Hanson appeared united in the belief that more understanding and positive community dialogue is needed right now. They wanted to have a conversation and share ideas for positive ways to keep America great. It was a diverse group – male and female, town and country, old and young, gay and straight, Christian, Jewish and secular. (I am pretty sure no Muslims were present. There was maybe one Buddhist. No one was asked to identify themselves by religion.) As you might expect in Fillmore County - though this is very slowly changing – everyone was white. Each person spoke to the group and gave their own reasons for coming. Here are some of them. • One parent said he fears for his disabled children and their future. Will there be adequate resources to meet their needs? Will they be marginalized? • One veteran said he was worried about the future of the VA, which in Minnesota, at least, provides great care to veterans. Oth-
ers were worried about whether the repeal of the affordable care act will hurt individuals who have come to rely on it. • Several people expressed concern about irreversible harm to our air, water, and earth. Others mourned the lack of attention to the issue of global climate change. • Some people wanted to know they were not alone in their feelings of fear about the future of our country and the damage the administration could do to the peace and security of both America and the world. • Several people were worried about hatred toward refugees in general and Muslims in particular. They fear that American values such as the separation of church and state are threatened. • One person was concerned that the Minnesota Legislature is talking about changing the law to make it easier to charge protestors with crimes. • One person who works for Mayo was concerned that current policies will hurt Mayo’s ability to attract the best physicians and scientists from around the world as well as their ability to treat patients from many lands. • One local business owner said she is feeling overwhelmed by the daily chaos coming out of Washington. What can one concerned person do to preserve America’s freedoms and values? • Several people spoke to
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We dodged a bullet By Stan Gudmundson Isn’t it amazing how excited Democrats and the mainstream media (sorry for being repetitious) are about the Russians supposedly hacking Democrat communiCol. Stan cations in Gudmundson an attempt to influence our recent election? Weren’t the Democrat servers, and procedures used, secure? No, apparently not. Oh dear, those rotten Russians. Let’s put all of this in proper perspective, shall we? If the Russians hacked our presidential election would the influence have been greater than the mainstream medias incessant efforts to get Hillary elected? No way. Their overt bias and consequent influence is the greater scandal. By far. It also seems that Hillary’s use of private email accounts while she was Secretary of State was no big deal. Oh sure, there were a few emails that were classified at the very highest levels but her private servers were completely secure. Nuthin’ to see here. What an absolute crock. If the Russians really did hack Democrat communications and then provided those emails to Hillary’s political enemies, is that worse than her using unsecure servers to conduct our country’s business? There is absolutely no equivalence here at all. As I have previously said, every active duty and retired military officer I know believe she committed, or nearly committed, treason. If Russians hacked the Democrat Party’s emails, you can be sure that they also hacked Hillary’s private server. Knowing what we do about the classification levels of those messages tells us that her use of a private server clearly undermined and damaged our country’s security. Her behavior was criminal. As in, do not pass go, go directly to jail. And stay there. For a good while. Russian hacking of Democrat Party emails is absolutely trivial compared to her malfeasance in handling state department emails. Unbelievably, the mainstream media barely acknowledged the hacked emails, whatever their
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source, much less their content. I’m also far less concerned about whether Russians had anything to do with hacking Democrat emails than I am with what was in the emails themselves. For example, WikiLeaks provided the following quote from a John Podesta email. Podesta said, “I know she (Hillary) has begun to hate everyday Americans.” Notice that nobody has contended that the hacked emails weren’t authentic. They were genuine. But note something else extremely important. Podesta said Hillary “has begun to hate everyday Americans.” And she was running for president? I have to ask. Why? Was it proper for Russians to try interfere in our elections? Of course not. Would it be appropriate if the United States were to interfere in other country’s elections? No, absolutely not, you say. Okay, but why do we become wildly offended by supposed Russian interference even as we do interfere in elections in other countries? Exhibit A is this Obama’s attempt to influence, with money and other ways, the elections in Israel. Because Obama has nothing but contempt for Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu, the United States brazenly worked to defeat him. We can interfere but others can’t? Kinda looks like selective indignation doesn’t it? The United States is every bit as, or more, energetic in seeking to determine what other countries are doing as they are in trying to determine what we are doing/going to do. We have satellites, airplanes, a cyber command, spies, and intelligence gathering of all kinds, means, and stripes. How many intelligence agencies of one kind or another does the United States have anyway? Seventeen I believe. And that includes the State Department. You really don’t think all those State Department employees spend their time coordinating international dance troop schedules, do you? Or attending global warming/cooling/whatever conferences? Get real. Other countries do exactly the same. It’s the way the world works. The critical issue here is maintaining the security of our communications. While Hillary was Secretary of State, she just blew that off. If you can ignore that hypocrisy however, Russian hacking does make a good story. But only so long as hypocrisy is ignored. And only while it supports Hillary’s narrative. Perhaps we shouldn’t ignore it. And maybe the US shouldn’t try to influence elections in other countries either. Did America dodge a bullet or what?
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one daughter, Rebecca Wheeler (Michael) of Mantorville, seven grandchildren, three step grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, Daisy (Sears) Peter Daisy (Sears) Peter, 94, died and 12 step great-grandchildren. February 5, 2017 at 6:40 a.m. She is proceeded in death by her at Green Lea Manor in Mabel, husband Roger in 2004, a son, Clifford; four brothers, and one Minn. sister. D a i s y Funeral services were held 2 Julia Sears p.m. Thursday, February 9 at was born Scheie Lutheran Church 43117 in Fillmore 160th Street, Mabel, Minn., C ou nt y with Pastor Mary Waudby offion March ciating. Visitation was one hour 10, 1922 to before the service. Burial took Julia (Vie- Daisy (Sears) place in the church cemetery. gen) Sears Peter The Mengis Funeral Home in and Arthur Mabel assisted with arrangeR. Sears. She received her gradeschool education in several ments. country schools, two years at Lloyd Crowson Harmony High, and graduated from Canton High School in Lloyd Crowson, age 81, passed away February 4, 2017 1940. After graduation, Daisy at Chosen Valley Care Center worked as a waitress and house- in Chatfield, Minn. keeper in Cresco, Iowa. Daisy married Roger Peter Lloyd Walon March 10, 1944 at the Little ter Crowson born Brown Church at Nashua, Iowa. was They farmed in the Cresco area on the famfarm until 1961. Then they purchased ily near Wykoff, and relocated to a farm north of Minn., on Mabel, Minn. Lloyd Crowson Roger and Daisy retired from December 1, farming in 1976, and then 1935 to Jay and Frances (Raabe) moved to Mabel. Daisy volun- Crowson. He was baptized and teered as a 4H, Luther League confirmed at Immanuel Lutherleader, and Sunday school teach- an Church in Wykoff. He er. After retirement she was a attended country school until site manager for the Semcac the eighth grade, and graduprogram and an assistant motel ated in 1954 from Wykoff High School. manager. She is survived by two sons, He was drafted into the U.S. Richard (Shirley) of Rochester Navy in November of 1955. In and Gerald (DiAnne) of Mabel, December 1956 while on leave, When you buy from a mom or pop business, you are not helping a ceo buy a third vacation home. you are helping a little girl get dance lessons, a little boy get his team jersey, a mom or dad put food on the table, a family pay a mortgage, or a student pay for college. our customers are our shareholders and they are the ones We strive to make happy. thank you for supporting small businesses!
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Lloyd suffered an accident and spent the following years at home with his parents until 1991 when he moved to Preston Care Center. He later moved to Chosen Valley in Chatfield. Lloyd enjoyed watching television - especially the news. He enjoyed activities at the care center and visits from family and friends. Lloyd was a friend to everyone. He is survived by his sister Alice Cummings, twin brother Lyle (Sandy) Crowson, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers-in-law Warren Cummings and Donald O’Connor, and niece Carol Hadoff. The family would like to thank the Chatfield Care Center for their wonderful care, and a special thanks to Jim Ehler, Lloyd’s special caregiver. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to Immanuel Lutheran Church or Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Wykoff. Funeral services were held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wykoff, Minn., on Wednesday February 8, 2017 at 11 a.m. Visitation was held prior to the service at the church from 10-11 a.m. Burial followed at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Wykoff. Michael D. “Rab” Remick Michael D. “Rab” Remick, age 64, of Decorah, Iowa, died unexpectedly Saturday, February 4, 2017 at his home. Mike was born September 27, 1952 in La Michael D. Crosse, Wis., “Rab” Remick to Clarence and Carmona (Engebretson) Remick. He grew up in the Canton and Mabel areas and attended the Mabel-Canton Schools. On June 21, 1979 he married Cindy Wilder in Decorah. He had worked at several places over the years, including farming for Dave Peterson, Larson Well Drilling, Sodko, and on the pipeline for Michel’s Construction. He was member of the Armadillos Club and enjoyed his grandchildren, farming, driving tractors in the Steam Engine Days parade, and music. Mike is survived by his wife Cindy of Decorah; children Jesse (Gina) Hamilton of Central City, Iowa; Veronica (Cary) Remick of Decorah, and Billy (Tonya) Remick of Decorah; grandchildren Tristin, Ty, Haley, Kadin, Paxton, James, and Bentley; brothers and sis-
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money but would likely get more community support. The city doesn’t host events because of the lack of such a facility. Reicks said the former Dairy and Farm location may provide the city with an opportunity to have a community center. Maust said it is time to make some serious decisions. He added we can’t offer something we don’t own, referring to the Doherty property. Providing the land and infrastructure would
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No action on the estimate was made. Hoffman was asked to get a quote for solar powered lighting for the next meeting. • The EDA recommended a $17,000 loan from the Greater Minnesota Revolving loan fund for Eric Corson for his duplex rental rehab. The five year revolving loan at 2% interest was approved. The EDA recommended $3,000 in revolving loan funds from the Small City Development Program grant 274 for the Driftless Fly Fishing Company owned by Mel Hayner. The loan is to be used to remodel the commercial building. The fiveyear loan at 1% interest was approved. The EDA recommended $8,500 in revolving loan funds from the Greater Minnesota Revolving loan fund for the Driftless Fly Fishing Company owned by Mel Hayner for the remodeling of the apartment at 208 St. Paul St. The five-year revolving loan at 2% interest was approved. • The next meeting will be on Tuesday, February 21.
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Gunshot injury reported near Preston On February 6, 2017, at approximately 5:05 p.m., the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Dispatch received a call of a gunshot injury. It was reported that the victim was being transported by private conveyance to the Preston Ambulance Station. Fillmore County Deputies and Preston Police
responded. The victim was a 29-year-old male Chatfield resident. It was learned that the victim was injured in the county, in the area of the Fillmore County Airport. The victim sustained the self-inflicted injury from a high power rifle, while traveling in a motor vehicle. The victim was injured in the foot and the
injury was not life threatening. The driver of the vehicle and the victim were reportedly coyote hunting. The victim was transported to St. Marys Hospital by Preston Ambulance. The incident remains under investigation by Sgt. Derek Fuglestad, Deputy Jason Harmening, and the Minnesota DNR.
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Parcel I: The west 6 acres, more or less, of the north 10 acres of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE¼ NW¼) in Section 29, Township 101, Range 10, survey to govern. Includes a 5-bedroom traditional farmhouse with original woodwork, two barns, and various outbuildings. Parcel II:
The Northwest Quarter (NW¼) in Section 29, Township 101, Range 10 comprised of 148 acres, more or less, excluding Parcel 1 (building site), survey to govern.
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Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Efram Anthony-Abbott Ciavarelli, 19, Rochester, Minn.; 11/26/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. 11/26/2016, Possess/ Sale Small Amount of Marijuana – No Remuneration, Fine $50. Deborah Ann Gayles, 35, Rochester, Minn.; 11/16/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Courtney Brooke ChigloGudmundson, 41, Lanesboro, Minn.; 11/11/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Elizabeth Marie Gusa, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/27/2016, Expired Driver’s License Over One Year – No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Michael Roy Halda, 40, Lakeville, Minn.; 1/20/2017, Exceed Limit 55 mph Where Appropriate, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Kiah Jo Nolta, 23, Spring Valley, Minn.; 1/9/2017, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passengers Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Joseph Robert Peterson, 27, Rochester, Minn.; 12/14/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jacob Kyle Schandorff, 19, Hayfield, Minn.; 10/4/2016, Mail Theft - Knowingly Obtained Illegally; Receives, Possesses, Transfers, Buys, Conceals, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,950 until 1/24/2019), Total Fees including $227.28 in restitution, $442.28. Local Confinement – 365 days (stay 345 days for two years). Credit for time served: two days. Jail time to be served on or before April 1. Serve as: work release and weekends (if eligible). Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (1/23/2017): 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, Submit to Random Searches, Restitution reserved - left open until March 1, Pay Restitution before fines, fees, and surcharges. MN Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division Robert Leroy Brown, 58, Chatfield, Minn.; 11/6/2016, Open Season For Angling – Take Fish in Closed Season, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Timothy Walter Reineking, 56, St. Paul, Minn.; 1/1/2017, Failure to Display Current Park Permit Sticker, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Zachary Alfred Roecker, 19, Pine Island, Minn.; 1/04/2017, Permission Required to Enter Agricultural Land for Outdoor Recreation Purposes, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. MN State Patrol – Rochester Gwen Ellen Grabau, 65, Fountain, Minn.; 12/29/2016, Speeding (72/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Ethan Gunther Spoerry, 21, DeSoto, Minn.; 1/02/2017, Uninsured Vehicle – Driver Violation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. James Patrick Stockwell, 47, Ellsworth, Wis.; 12/29/2016, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Preston Police Department Kevin Jay Dincau, 44, Chisago City, Minn.; 1/14/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37. Amanda Lynn Rasmussen, 22, Harmony, Minn.; 1/20/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37.
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A day in the life of a slacker By Yasmin Scrabeck I, a high school senior, have troubles with putting things off until the last minute. Shocker, right? I’m the type of person who will wait until I have to do a project rathYasmin er than get a Scrabeck head start on it. If the homework isn’t due until Friday, you can bet I’m doing it Thursday night. I’m not the only one who does things like this, though. There are actually a lot of people who procrastinate way more than they should. There are a few different reasons for procrastination. Perhaps you don’t know how to do something, or you don’t feel motivated enough to do it. Some people fear that they will do too well, some feel they won’t do well enough. There are those that enjoy the rush of having a small time frame to do things. What-
ever the reasons are, the fact still remains that most people will procrastinate at some point in their life, if not more. One of the most common reasons given for putting things off is a lack of motivation. People believe that without motivation to complete a task, they must be doing something wrong. In reality, a person has to do something before the motivation kicks in. I personally am guilty of feeling this way at many times. Disinterest also falls into a similar category. If you aren’t interested in doing the essay, you are likely to procrastinate the essay. (Guilty as charged.) Lacking skill to perform a task is another simple reason for procrastination. Logically, if you can’t do something, you push it to the side. A person would sometimes rather seem uninterested in the task than viewed as “stupid” or unable to complete it. It’s similar to if you had math homework to complete. You don’t want to look dumb, so you put it off, giving the impression
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that you just didn’t feel like doing it rather than you couldn’t do it. If someone fails at something, the usual thinking would be “at least I tried.” Some people, who fear failure, instead think that it may be better to not try at all rather than fail. If someone puts off a project (again, guilty) until the last minute and just slaps something together, then they end up with the “if I had more time, I could have done better” mentality. The idea behind giving yourself less time makes you feel better that it could have been worse but also better. It’s almost like a safety net to make sure that you don’t do horribly. Opposite of this is the fear of doing too well. Some fear that if they do too well, more will be expected of them in the future. Procrastination is extremely common, especially in this girl here. I’ve felt all sorts of reasons for putting things off until the last minute. The good news in all of this is that procrastination isn’t born; it’s made. This means that it can be “fixed”, so to speak. There are ways a person can stop procrastinating, such as seeing a counselor or finding underlying problems that may be affecting your mentality. Sometimes the solution is to literally just get up and do it. I should start looking into these things myself. I hope you all have a good day and get things done. “6 Reasons People Procrastinate.” Academic Success Center. N.p., 19 Oct. 2016. http:// success.oregonstate.edu/learning/6reasons-people-procrastinate Yasmin Scrabeck 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. Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum
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By Karen Reisner County Engineer Ron Gregg reported at the February 7 county board meeting that more road salt has been ordered at the state price. The county is low on salt and sand due to icy conditions this season. However, it is not uncommon to run low on salt requiring a February purchase. The 500 ton order will cost $37,000. Gregg said all of the county shops have been depleted. Funds for the purchase are in the 2017 budget. Approval was given for the purchase of three replacement vehicles for the engineering section of the Highway Department. A 2017 Chevy Equinox ($22,585) will replace a 2002 Ford Explorer which will be sold at auction. A 2017 Ford F-150 4x4 ($28,473) will replace a truck in the engineering fleet that will be rotated to an outlying shop. A 2017 Ford F-250 4x4 ($33,164) will replace a half-ton highway survey vehicle, which will be rotated out to an outlying shop. Gregg noted that the heavier truck will better handle the weight of the survey equipment. The purchase of a snow plow truck and equipment was discussed. No action was taken. It will be brought back to the next meeting when the board is provided with more information. Other business in brief • The board approved an internship for Corinne Haugen. She is a student at Mitchell Hamline School of Law. She will be a certified student attorney for the county under the supervision of county attorney Brett Corson. The unpaid internship is for 190 hours and will provide course credit for Haugen. She is a Fillmore County resident. • The early retirement for Cindy Johnson effective March 23 was approved with thanks for her 18 years of service. Human resources officer Kristina Kohn explained
the early retirement policy which is available to employees that have served the county for at least eight years. It allows early retirees to keep health insurance until they are eligible for Medicare. • Adam Hanson was hired as a replacement Highway Maintenance Specialist I effective no later than February 24. Hanson will work out of the Spring Valley shop. • The Board of Equalization meeting will be held on June 13 at 6:30 p.m. with the regular meeting being held that day at 3 p.m. • A corrected contract with Brad Johnson for locating fiber optic cable between the courthouse and the county office building was approved. The increase in rates in the corrected agreement is still the lowest bid for this service. • County Veterans Service Officer Jason Marquardt will speak for Fillmore County on Monday morning, February 13, at St. Paul. He will address the House Veterans Affairs Committee along with a representative of Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA). This is in support of the efforts to have a state veterans home in Fillmore County. • Commissioner Duane Bakke reported that at this point the Southeastern Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery director is not allowing hunting on the cemetery grounds. On January 3, the commissioners voted unanimously to ban all hunting on county farm property due to its close proximity to the cemetery.
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Fountain waste plant sees some compliance
The Fountain Council discusses plans for police protection as Police Chief Tom Mosher prepares for retirement later this year. Pictured, clockwise, beginning at left, are Chief Mosher, Councilors Chad Wangen, Jim Schott, and Brian Ostby, Mayor Richard Kujath, City Clerk Rhonda Flattum, and WSP representative Richard Parr. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner By Kirsten Zoellner It appears the City of Fountain has some reason to celebrate. After several years’ worth of frustration, issues at the waste water treatment plant may be finding some remedy. Richard Parr, Senior Project Manager for WSB & Associates presented a monthly summary to the council at the Thursday, February 2 meeting. The city has been out of Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) compliance since October 24 and was given until December 23 to do written corrective action. The plan was submitted and MPCA had until January 22 to comment on the plan. Parr went over the 12 plan questions and explanations with the council at the meeting.
A simulator program, BioWin, is being utilized for the plant. Data is continuing to be compilied and items are being pulled in now or set aside and added into WSB’s project plans, depending on need. The system design will track more efficiently with automation, but Parr indicated that PeopleService’s Rick Whitney, who is currently assisting with the project, will need to make three to four 12 a.m. data ‘grabs’ during the low usage hours, to help determine highs. “We’ll complete the initial runs and see how different changes affect the plant and how we anticipate we will respond,” stated Parr. In addition, Parr indicated there are five parameters for test-
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ing and he’s coordinating with Valley Design, the system’s largest user, for some sampling. He indicated that the company began toting water out and shipping it because the company didn’t want to be a part of the equation. It appears that it may be affecting the system as a whole and that they may have to revert to sending it to the plant. Whatever is decided, MPCA will be notified, according to Parr. Parr also indicated that Whitney is drafting a penalty ordinance for review at the next council meeting. The ordinance relates to exceeding of the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) Loading at the plant. WSB is also continuing to look for funding sources for solutions and upgrades at the plant. The three options presented by Parr included United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development, Minnesota Department of Commerce Port Authority, and a Point Source Implementation Grant. The Port Authority has limited sources for funding and Parr is waiting on clarifications regarding as it would only cover aeration portions of the project. A conversation with USDA presented some good information, however, and Parr was able to discuss a Water and Waste Disposal Grant Program with a USDA representative. Funding from the Public
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Facilities Authority (PFA) may still be the best option for the city due to low interest rates. The Implementation Grant is still PFA, but it goes to cities with more strict discharge requirements. Fountain is in the fundable range for the grant. “We ran some quick numbers,” said Parr. “The bottom line is the city qualifies for intermediate rate.” The rate is currently 2.75%. He further stated that the project is expected to be more than $556,000 and if the city can secure half in grant funding, it would be looking at roughly $225,000 ($200,000250,000 range) bonded. He stated it equated to an annual fee of $8,000-8,500 for 40 years. If a grant is not possible, Parr indicated that Rural Development can process loans in 90 days or less. “It comes down to if there’s no PFA Bonding Bill, we’ll be looking at a loan with Rural Development. We don’t know how much PFA is going to push back.” “It’s a best case and worst case scenario,” responded Councilor Brian Ostby. “We don’t have much choice at the moment,” added Councilor Chad Wangen. In related news, Parr said he’d had discussion with the MPCA regarding the correction plan and designs including a pricey heat exchanger. Currently $163,000 is allotted for that equipment. Parr is looking to see if the exchanger can be removed from
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the plan because it’s been shown that the ‘bugs’ converting do better in warmer air. “It’s suspected to be a big factor,” said Parr. “The plant has been in compliance and it makes me question whether it’s prudent to put in a heat exchanger. It’s a big cost; operational and maintenance. The plant is doing really well right now.” Removing the exchanger could reduce the full project cost to $360,000-370,000, as well as reduced yearly operational costs. Parr also noted that the plant was in compliance for three of the four weeks or December and in January, the plant maintained full compliance. In other news, the city had an in-depth discussion with Police Chief Tom Mosher, who is looking to retire near the end of the year. According to Mosher, only two cities in the state still have a one-man police force; Fountain and Ostrander. Both of the communities are served by Mosher. The council will continue discussion with Mosher and the county department regarding the needs of the city and the matter will be addressed further at the April meeting. Lastly, the city council has opted to alter the schedule of its meeting days. Beginning in April, the monthly council meeting will be held the first Wednesday of each month, at 7:30 p.m., at city hall. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 2. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Adam VanGundy & Laura Rislove Rushford, MN
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Noah James Mabry
Scott & Tami Sprenger Preston, MN
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James & Becky Mabry Peterson, MN
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Olaf & Corinne Haugen Harmony, MN
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office for the time being. “I will be spending a lot of time in Preston getting to know our policyholders here and the rest of the community.” he said. Ellingson may be a native of Spring Grove, but he feels right at home in Preston. “The two communities are similar. I come here (to Preston), and I feel right at home,” he commented. He plans to retain the services of Linda Means as customer service representative in the Preston office and will be hiring another individual to work there as well. “I’m hoping to find someone local or who wants to be a part of the community of Preston,” Ellingson said. “I’m excited to be keeping Linda on staff,” Ellingson continued. “She knows the people and people will want to see at least one familiar face here.” The past month or so has been
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spent renovating the office space in the Rustad Building from floor to ceiling. “We would like to give a special thanks to Kurt Reicks and Sandy Marzolf for putting up with our mess,” Ellingson said about the other tenants of the building. “It’s all about serving people and taking care of their needs,” Ellingson said. “When I first started (selling insurance), I worked with my grandfather, and his motto was that if you take care of people, they’ll take care of you.” “My number one goal is to retain our current policy holders and then expand on that,” Ellingson said about his plans for the Preston office. “If someone walks in the door with a problem, we want it left here.” An open house will take place on February 22 and 23 at the American Family Insurance office in the Rustad Building in Preston from 9-5. “Everyone is invited to say goodbye to Kiel and meet the new bum,” Ellingson laughed.
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Wykoff Council eyes many challenges By Rich Wicks The Wykoff City Council met on February 8 in regular session, with all members in attendance: Mary Tjepkes, Rocky Vreeman, Mayor Al Williams, Clerk Becky Schmidt, Mary Sackett, and Brody Mensink. In Old Business, the council discussed deciding upon a city attorney. Tom Manion has been Wykoff’s city attorney for many years, but the council wanted to “shop around.” Mayor Williams said one other attorney voiced an interest, but charges a higher rate than Manion. Williams pointed out that Manion has years of experience dealing with the issues Wykoff faces, which is an advantage compared to any other attorney that would start from scratch. Becky Schmidt stated that Manion has been very prompt in dealing with Wykoff’s questions as they arise. A motion was made to appoint Manion as the city attorney, but the motion died for lack of a second. Some council members asked to have a meeting with him to discuss concerns and questions, prior to appointing anyone as city attorney. The city will contact him to request such a meeting, possibly to be held February 28. The council discussed rates for water shutoffs in winter. Mayor Williams explained that turning water back on in winter is much more labor-intensive than in warmer months, and he suggested setting a higher rate for winter. Rocky Vreeman suggested simply raising the rate overall. Becky Schmidt voiced her opinion that in winter months, residents are paying heating bills, and a higher cost to turn water back on would be “kicking them while they’re down.” After some discussion, the council chose to leave the rate unchanged for now.
using on sidewalks, and suggested buying in bulk to get a better price. There was discussion about whether or not the city should offer to salt sidewalks for businesses that don’t get ice and snow cleared, but then there were concerns about liability, so the council chose to continue with the current expectation that all businesses and private properties are to clear and/or salt their own sidewalks as needed. The council discussed allowing groups who hold a dance at the community center to serve alcohol. It was mentioned that from a liability angle, it is allowable as long as the renter has an insurance rider to cover themselves. The city will update the rental agreement to explain this. Schmidt asked the council to consider purchasing a new software program (United Systems Technology “asyst for MS Office”) for the billing and accounts payable that she does. She explained why the current software is not satisfactory. She’ll bring more detailed information to the March meeting. It was noted that the Historical Society will have a fundraiser event on March 6, and their annual meeting on March 20. The next regular meeting of the city council will be held on Monday, March 13 at 7 p.m. The public is welcome.
Schmidt shared that she now sends out a “pre-warning” letter about a month before the “shutoff letter”, and she said that’s been effective in decreasing the number of shut-offs required. Fire Chief Wade Baker said he’s still taking applications for openings on the fire crew, and that he currently has six openings and seven applicants. He also asked the council to consider buying a new TV that the fire department could use for showing training videos. The council asked him to get pricing for the equipment needed, and to bring that information to the March council meeting. The city is continuing to look into an issue involving grease buildup in the city’s sewer pipes. Mayor Williams said the city has been narrowing down the source of the grease, which coats the inside of the pipes, and if Wykoff needs to “televise” it to find out exactly where it’s coming from, that can happen when it’s been narrowed down to a specific city block. Mark Anrdt said the city checked with John Dols regarding the school, and found out that “he said twice a month they’re cooking sloppy joes, otherwise everything is cooked in the oven”, so the school does not appear to be the grease source. The council also discussed the amount of salt the city has been
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Ostrander annexation discussed By Rich Wicks An annexation issue and planning for Police Chief Tom Mosher’s retirement were the main topic at the Ostrander city council meeting on February 7. All council members were present (Erin Volkart, Pam Kunert, Mayor Pat Nesler, Clerk Chris Hyrkas, Heidi Jones, and DJ Start). The only visitor on hand to address the council was Brenda Sheldon, who said she represents the owner of the Rudd property. There has been an ongoing effort to annex the property into the city of Ostrander. But Christine Hyrkas stated that Ostrander
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received a letter from the Minnesota Office of Administrative Hearings regarding this, and she said, “According to the Minnesota DOT map, it’s already in.” She explained that apparently that property, as well as some others previously thought be to outside the city, are actually in the city, and have been for many years. Sheldon then explained that the property owner is interested in selling the land, and has a potential buyer who would like to use the existing barn for “a couple chickens, a couple goats, and maybe a couple pigs.” It
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was pointed out that this would be allowable only if the land is outside the city. Sheldon then added that the smaller (.75 acre) portion of the property could be sold separately but would end up “landlocked” with no street access, and she asked, “If we can’t have animals on that property, how can we sell it?” After maps were consulted, it was suggested that perhaps the .75 acre section could be annexed back into Bloomfield Township. It was suggested that she contact David Kiehne (Fillmore County) to check and be sure the Minnesota DOT map is correct, and to discuss what can be done. There was discussion on if/how the city could put in “an alley” if the property is, in fact, within the city. Police Chief Tom Mosher summarized January’s police activity report, including January 10 due to a power outage of about three hours in Ostrander. He said such power outages create a number of minor problems with alarms going off. The discussion then centered on Mosher’s plans to retire by the end of 2017, and what Ostrander will do for police services after he is done. Currently, Mosher serves as police chief in Ostrander and Monday, February 29 at 2p.m. Fountain. The city’s options are Brother Music Sister to hire a replacement or contract Rhythm with the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Thursday, 3 at 9a.m. office forMarch services. DJ Start sugBlood Pressure Clinic gested, “Maybe we need to talk Thursday, March 3We at 9a.m. to Fountain. already have a Coffee car, wewith justFriends need to find another Friday, March at 2p.m. discussed and Tom.” The4council Casey and the it Good Timersbe tough agreed that would to find another to fill Wednesday, March 9individual at 2p.m. Arnold Walter Brand the position, and Mosher said he hasn’t heard Thursday, Marchof10anyone at 9a.m. voicing an interest. He added, “A county Coffee with Friends
contract might be cheaper,” especially if the county sheriff’s office is able to cover Ostrander without adding any deputies. He suggested having the council invite Sheriff Tom Kaase to an upcoming council meeting to discuss this. The council plans to invite Sheriff Kaase to the March meeting. Mosher also said he is willing to help out with city maintenance matters (plowing, mowing, etc) both before and after his police retirement, if the city would like. Rick Whitley (Peopleservices) showed the council a PH meter which needs a new probe. After he explained the best option, the council OK’d him buying a new unit. Dustin Tart updated the council on maintenance issues, explaining that there have been a few repairs needed on the plow (wear bars and blade guide). The council then discussed the possibility of the city buying a small tractor for plowing. Leasing was also considered a good option,
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since the city tractor would not get many hours of usage. DJ Start said although tractors are expensive, “The municipality discount is huge,” and he said that would apply to a purchase or a lease. The city will look into pricing to see what is affordable. It was mentioned that Rural Development offers Community Facility loans that could be used for large equipment such as this. The council OK’d paying an invoice for $16,320 from Bolton & Menk regarding the infrastructure project. The invoice notes that the preliminary design phase of the project is almost 88% complete. The council noted that Melvin O’Groske has retired after 35 years of service to the fire department, and Tim Lecy is moving and therefore resigning from the fire department. The meeting adjourned about 7:50 p.m. The next regular meeting will be Tuesday, March 7 at 6 p.m. The public is welcome. Clara House of Harmony (Formerly Heritage Grove)
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Fillmore County Sports Burros Boys Top FC, M-C By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal. com FC versus Lanesboro in boys basketball has always been a good rivalry. Lanesboro opened its gym versus Preston-Fountain. The 2017 incarnation proved the most The Trende lopsided Report of the last seven meetings. A player with ties to both districts propelled the winners. Cole Paul Trende Schwichtenberg, dissed his mom’s former district (P-F), made dad proud (Lanesboro), by scoring 20 first half points. He led the Burros to a 29-14 halftime lead, a 63-41 win. Cole-S controlled the action (27 pts, 11-22 FGs, 3-4 three’s, 14 rebs, 4 assists). Brady Johnson had a careerhigh (14 pts, 5-5 FGs, 4-6 FTs, 5 rebs). Collin Scott chipped in 7 (pts), 6 (rebs), and 4 (assists). FC was led by Samuel Peters (9 pts), Will Nolan (7 pts, 5 rebs), and Drew Tienter (6 pts, 8 rebs). Lanesboro out-rebounded FC 39 to 34. One Burro 6’2” or taller played.
FC played four 6’2” or taller guys. Lanesboro then hosted M-C. The Burros blasted to a 22-9 lead, hitting five trifectas. Cougar head coach Doug Wyffels exclaimed (to his team), “They’re Lanesboro! They’re going to shoot three’s!” M-C rallied, exploiting the Burros down low with Blake Henry and Logan Richardson. By half, the lead was just 29-26. The Cougars went ahead early in the second. With it tied 39 (9:00), the Burros went on a 12-0 run. They prevailed 60-45 for their fifth straight win. Cole-S (15 pts, 11 rebs) notched his eleventh doubledouble in twelve games. Scott (15 pts, 7 rebs, 6 assists, 7 blks) affected the game in multiple ways. Carson-S (9 pts, 6 rebs), Andrew Luck (9 pts, 5 rebs), and Johnson (8 pts all in second half ) helped out. Henry (career-high 20 pts, 8-10 FTs, 11 rebs) and Richardson (15 pts, 11 rebs) led the Cougars. Drew Wyffels added 6 (pts) and 7 (stls).
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The FC/R-P girls/boys basketball series had won concurrent theme. Falcon teams looked for redemption. In Preston, the Falcon boys (1-9, 5-11) took the floor after a 63-41 loss to Lanesboro. Their performance versus R-P (8-1, 11-5) was partially, but not
ultimately redeeming. The teams, with opposing streaks (R-P +5, FC -7), logged through a field-goal-lacking first half. It looked like field goals at halftime; 9-6 R-P. With 5:28 left, it was still football; 17-13 R-P. Samuel Peters hit some deep three’s to keep FC close, but the Trojans toughed out a 34-23 win. Peters had a game-high 13 points (4-8 threes). Payton Hahn (8 pts) was high-man for R-P. Noah Carlson (7 pts, 5 rebs, 3 assists, 5 stls) had a rounded game. The teams (RP/ FC) shot 20.7%/30.8% from deep, 21.6%/30% from the field, and 50%/25% from the line. It was (at least) the seventh time this season an R-P foe was held to its season low point total (Trojans 7-0). In Rushford, the Falcon girls (6-6, 11-7) tried to avenge a December 47-29 loss to the Trojans (9-4, 11-5). The first half saw six ties and seven lead changes. R-P ended on a 13-5 run for the 34-28 halftime lead. They led 40-29 at one point, but down the stretch, the teams went back-and-forth, scoring on thirteen straight possessions. Falcon Tayah Barnes’ three made it 61-59 (0:24.8). FC then nearly got a tie-up, but was forced to foul. Mikayla Crawford made one free throw. Down 62-59 (0:20.5), FC turned the ball over. Brianna Koop was fouled and hit one free throw to cement the game, 63-59. R-P’s seniors Koop (24 pts, 8-14 FTs, 12 rebs), Crawford (15 pts, 4-6 FGs, 6-7 FTs, 7 assists), and Savannah Skalet (15 pts, 9-10 FTs) did the big work. Ten Falcons scored led by Barnes (13 pts, 7 rebs) and Paige Bennett (10 pts). Kenzie Broadwater added 5 (pts), 5 (rebs), 12 (assists), and 3 (stls). Foul trouble plagued FC. Free throws thus (26 of 43 to 9 of 18) favored R-P.
six for a second time this year. Eight different Knights have hit double figures multiple times this year. Chatfield’s boys hit 8 of 10 free throws in overtime to beat D-E. Cole Schwichtenberg notched his seventh straight double-double, though Lanesboro’s boys (6-2, 10-5) fell to GM in double overtime.
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R-P 58, D-E 40 (RP: P. Hahn career-high 16 pts (5-10 three’s); Jake Paulson 12 pts; Luke Rasmussen 11 pts (6-6 FTs), 4 stls; N. Carlson 10 pts, 5 rebs, 4 assists, 5 stls) Houston 48, SA 81 (H: Brandon Grupe career-high 13 pts; Alex Van Gundy 9 pts, 3 stls; James Hongerholt 8 pts, 6 rebs) SC 79, Kingsland 68 (K: Z. Buchholtz 18 pts (8-10 FTs), 7 rebs; Jacob Rindels/Wyatt Pruter 11 pts; Zach Bubany 10 pts) D-E 43, Chatfield 53 (OT) (C: Alex Hompe 16 pts, 8 rebs; Brandon Ebnet 10 pts, 6 rebs, 4 stls. Gophers led 39-25 in second half, only for D-E to tie at 39. Freshman Brady Wiliams hit two free throws to tie game at 41 (0:05). Gophers then fumbled away an opportunity under their own basket, but hit 8 of 10 free throws in OT for the win) Kingsland 52, Southland 49 (K: Ian Meisner career-high 15 pts, 10 rebs; Z. Bubany 14
pts, 6 assists; Z. Buchholtz 12 pts, 8 rebs; Jordan Beck 11 pts, 7 rebs. Knights avenge earlier loss to Rebels) Chatfield 61, PEM 77 (C: A. Hompe 18 pts (9-12 FTs), 9 rebs; Nick Maki 10 pts. Gophers: 3-8, 4-13) R-P 51, #2 in AA Caledonia 64 (RP: D. Dahl career-high 17 pts, 8 rebs; J. Paulson 9 pts, 8 rebs; Landon Skalet 9 pts (4-5 FTs); N. Carlson 7 pts, 8 rebs, 6 assists) Houston 20, #9 in A SG 80 (H: Wesley Johnson 6 pts) FC 39, L-A 42 (FC: S. Peters 13 pts; Delton Sauer 11 pts. Falcons: 1-11, 5-13) Kingsland 76, L-O 35 (K: Z. Buchholtz 30 pts (11-13 FGs), 13 rebs, 5 assists; W. Pruter career-high 18 pts (4-5 three’s), 6 rebs; Z. Bubany 10 pts, 5 assists; Ethan Fenske 10 pts, 5 rebs) Lanesboro 57, GM 60 in 2OT (L: C. Scott 19 pts, 9 rebs, 5 assists; Co. Schwichtenberg 18 pts (4-8 three’s), 10 rebs. Larks won double OT 6-3. FGs: L 20/63 for 32%, GM 24/53 for 45%) M-C 52, W-K 75 (MC: D. Wyffels 15 pts, 7 rebs; B. Kerns 10 pts, 8 rebs; Wayne Ross 8 pts 8 rebs. M-C: 5-8, 7-14) Randolph 55, Houston 18 (H: W. Johnson 9 pts. ‘Canes: 2-8, 2-15) See SPORTS Page 21
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Coranda Vickerman (23 pts) became M-C basketball’s alltime leading scorer in a loss to SC. She then had a season high 28 in a win over W-K. The Cougars (7-2, 15-6) lead the SEC East over SG (7-4, 12-8). Kenzie Broadwater had a tripledouble (12 pts, 12 rebs, 10 assists) as FC beat LC. Broadwater scored a career-high 22 (third points/steals double-double), Kendyl Bennett reached 1,000 career points, in a win over L-A. The Falcons (7-7, 12-8) have eclipsed last year’s TRC record (5-12). Alyssa Rostad had a career-high 25 points as Houston’s girls beat G-E. Brianna Koop had 22 points in an R-P (10-5, 12-6) loss to Caledonia. R-P’s boys (9-2, 12-6) won two and lost (6451) a first-versus-second game to #2 in Class AA Caledonia (9-0, 13-4). Kingsland’s guys got four in double figures three R-P’s Savannah Skalet gets the rare girl’s major rejection of times in a 2-1 week. Zach BuchFC’s Paige Donlinger. The teams fought to the end, with the holtz tied a career-high with 30 Trojans nipping the Falcons 63-59. points versus L-O. The Knights Photo by Paul Trende (6-5, 12-6) have won five of
Kingsland’s Zach Buchholtz navigates a pair of LeRoy-Ostrander defenders. The senior G/F tied a career-high with 30 points on 11 of 13 shooting in a helping the Knights to their 12th win of the year. Photo by Paul Trende
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LC 46, FC 65 (FC: K. Bennett 17 pts, 7 rebs; K. Broadwater 12 pts, 12 rebs, 10 assists; T. Barnes 15 pts, 4 stls) SC 62, M-C 60 (M-C: C. Vickerman 23 pts (7-7 FTs), 6 rebs, 5 assists; Courtney Graves 12 pts; Payton Danielson 11 pts, 6 rebs. Cougars cut into a Saint lead late, but had no gamewinning/tying shot attempts) Lanesboro 15, M-C 49 (MC: P. Danielson season-high 18 pts (3-5 three’s), 9 rebs; C. Vickerman 11 pts, 8 rebs) Kingsland 35, SC 47 (K: Kailey Link 12 pts. Knights
shot 16-for 55 (29.1%)) Chatfield 35, D-E 58 (C: Belle Berg 11 pts, 5 rebs) SG 55, Houston 47 (H: Becca Lee career-high 19 pts, 9 rebs; Jessica Kitching 14 pts, 6 rebs, 3 stls) Southland 57, Kingsland 52 (K: Lauren Buchholtz 16 pts. Knights led 50-49. Rebels scored eight of final ten points) L-A 31, FC 70 (FC: K. Broadwater 22 pts (9-11 FGs, 4-4 three’s), 7 assists, 11 stls; K. Bennett 13 pts, 10 rebs; Paige Donlinger 12 pts, 5 rebs, 3 stls) PEM 70, Chatfield 29 (C: Mariah Bell 9 pts; B. Berg 7 pts, 4 rebs, 3 assists. Gophers: 3-11, 3-16) Caledonia 64, R-P 48 (RP:
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Thank you Master Gardener volunteers By Michael Cruse Extension Educator for Fillmore and Houston Counties From county fairs to safety programs, the local Extension office relies heavily on volunteers to accomplish the work that we do. Two Michael Cruse groups of volunteers that I have the pleasure of working with on a regular basis are the Fillmore and Houston County Master Gardeners. These volunteers give significant amounts of their free time to the people of our area and through the education they provide, bring great value to our communities. For that I want to say thank you to each and every one of our Master Gardener volunteers. For those that are not aware, our Master Gardeners are public citizens that give their time to share research based information on a range of topics that include but are not limited to: gardening, landscapes, pollinators, water conservation, and healthy foods. And their activities are not just limited to answering phone calls. Among other things these groups give grants to local schools for school gardens, their members provide education at local farmers markets, they diagnose plant and garden problems, they are responsible for coordinating plant sales and exchanges, and
they take part in school programs that help teach our local youth about healthy foods and healthy living. Our Master Gardener volunteers are passionate learners that love sharing knowledge with others. Though no single Master Gardener will ever have the answer to every question, they do have access to resources that enable them to address a wide range of inquiries. So how do you get a hold of a Master Gardener when you have question? Feel free to call or email your local Extension office. We will put you in contact with a Master Gardener with expertise related to your question. You can also use Extension’s online system or contact the state Yard and Garden Line at (612) 3017590. What about getting more information on Master Gardener activities or even possibly joining the group? We are always looking for new members or new community partners to work with. Rest assured you do not need to be a master of gardening to be a part of this group. You just need to have that passion for learning and the willingness to share your knowledge with others. If you do have an interest in joining the group or just want to know more about Master Gardener activities, please give your local Extension office a call. Or better yet, talk to a current Master Gardener volunteer and find out first hand about the good these people do for our communities.
Kaylee Arndt essay places 2nd in district
Kaylee Arndt placed second at the district level for her essay in the “Patriot’s Pen” competition. The essay competition is sponsored annually by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its auxiliary, and is open to students in grades 6-8. The theme for the 2016 competition was “The America I Believe In.” One of 71 entries from Fillmore Central High School, Kaylee was the first place winner at the local competition last fall. Her brother, Kaleb, was also a local winner – his essay took second place. Kaylee and the other Patriot’s Pen Essay winners from the First District VFW were honored at a luncheon at the Kenyon VFW post home on Saturday, February 4. Kaylee received a $100 award from the district. Kaylee is an eighth grader at Fillmore Central High School and the daughter of Tonya and Dustin Arndt of Preston. Kaylee is pictured with 1st District VFW Auxiliary President Karianne Hermanson and 1st District VFW Senior Vice Commander Mike Meyer. Photo submitted
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homes and decrease the potential for prescription drug abuse, which has soared in recent years, especially among teenagers. More than 70% of teenagers say it is easy to get prescription drugs from their parents’ medicine cabinets, according to a Partnership for Drug-Free Kids study. Proper drug disposal also helps to prevent the contamination of local landfills and water supplies from unused medication. Sheriff Tom Kaase states: “Safely disposing of unused medication is critical to preventing prescription drug abuse and keeping pharmaceuticals out of our waterways. The Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office is thankful to CVS Health for this grant opportunity and also thankful for CVS Health’s commitment to helping our residents reduce the amount of unneeded medicine in our community.” The Medication Disposal for Safer Communities program has donated more than 600 drug collection units to police departments across the country, which have collected more than 47 metric tons, or 100,000 pounds, of unwanted medication. CVS Health also
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days a year, and drugs can be dropped off with no questions asked. Fillmore County residents and CVS Pharmacy customers can also inquire about the Medication Disposal for Safer Communities Program at the toll free phone number 1 (866) 559-8830 or visit http://www.cvs.com/content/ prescription-drug-abuse. About CVS Health CVS Health is a pharmacy innovation company helping people on their path to better health. Through its more than 9,600 retail pharmacies, more than 1,100 walk-in medical clinics, a leading pharmacy benefits manager with nearly 80 million plan members, a dedicated senior pharmacy care business serving more than one million patients per year, and expanding specialty pharmacy services, the company enables people, businesses and communities to manage health in more affordable and effective ways. This unique integrated model increases access to quality care, delivers better health outcomes and lowers overall health care costs. Find more information about how CVS Health is shaping the future of health at www.cvshealth.com.
Rushford student participates in a J-Term study tour to Guadeloupe The Bluff Country Minnesota Multi-County HRA KENOSHA, WI -- Jeremiah ues, and monuments visited. Munson of Rushford partici- J-Term is a special month(BCMMCHRA) is working with Minnesota Housing pated in a J-Term study tour to long period of study in which Guadeloupe with Carthage Col- Carthage students explore subjects outside their majors or to provide affordable first-time homebuyer loans lege. The “Experiencing the FrancoCaribbean Culture of the Guadeloupe” study tour aimed to immerse students in the culture of Guadeloupe and to learn about the art and history of this French Caribbean “departement.” Before departure, students learned how to live in Guadeloupe, how to “blend in” so as to have the best learning experience, how to get around, and basic greetings and expressions in French and Creole. While in Guadeloupe, students observed the daily way of life, including greetings, table manners, shopping, family behavior, and friendship. Students also learned about the wide scope of Guadeloupe’s history as it explains the development of various places, institutions, ven-
minors, discover new interests, and test their creativity through classes held both on campus and around the world. It’s a month to experiment, create and dream. Carthage is ranked No. 4 in the nation among baccalaureate institutions for student participation in short-term study abroad. Carthage College combines an environment of reflection and self-discovery with a culture of high expectation so our students uncover and ignite their true potential. A four-year, private liberal arts college with roots in the Lutheran tradition, Carthage has a prime location in Kenosha, Wis. The campus, an 80-acre arboretum on the shore of Lake Michigan, is home to 150 scholars, 2,600 full-time students, and 400 part-time students.
Chatfield Brass Band invites new members to join The Chatfield Brass Band invites new members to join them as they begin rehearsals for the summer concert season. The band is a full concert band and instrumentalists of all ages and abilities are welcome to join. Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Chatfield elementary school band room beginning February 2. When you join the Chatfield Brass Band, you will find a group of musicians of all ages and all walks of life who come to band because they love music, love to play their instruments, and enjoy playing in a quality group that is fun and active. It is a stress-free environment! The band mem-
bers hail from 15 different communities. The yearly schedule for the band includes a series of “Concerts in the Park” in the summer, parades and concerts in surrounding communities and a Holiday Concert in December. The Chatfield Brass Band has a 47-year history and is wellknown throughout the state. The band plays an active part in the Chatfield community and enjoys the support of the city and community members. As a non-profit corporation, they also own the Chatfield Music Lending Library and support its efforts. Contact Carmen Narveson at (507) 8673315 or bcdnarv@aol.com for more information.
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RUSHFORD, MN – Minnesota Housing announced that $56.6 million is available to provide affordable mortgages to first-time homebuyers through a collaboration with Minnesota cities and counties, including $622,185.04 for Fillmore and Houston counties. Homebuyers can take advantage of these resources through the Minnesota Housing Start Up loan program, which offers fixed interest rates and down payment and closing cost loans up to $10,000 for eligible firsttime homebuyers. Buyers can purchase homes in Fillmore and Houston counties that cost up to $255,500 (greater Minnesota). Income limits vary by location and household size, going up to $89,000 (balance of state). Minnesota Housing is a state agency that provides access to safe and affordable housing and builds stronger communities across the state. Minnesota Housing offers purchase, refinance, and home improvement loans, as well as financing Printedrental with Soy ink for affordable housing throughout the state. “Minnesota Housing’s affordable loans, combined with the support Printed of the with BCMMCHRA and local lenders, will help more families achieve homeownership,” said Minnesota Housing Printed Commissioner Mary on recycled paper Tingerthal.
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Houston School Board talks schedule, breaks for 2018-19 year By Eric Leitzen The Houston School Board met at 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, 2017 in the Houston Public High School Library. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved its agenda and opened the floor to public comment. Lisa Myran-Schutte, the school athletic director, spoke regarding the adoption of a “tight” version of the school calendar for the 2018-19 school year as opposed to the “loose” option, which allowed for longer breaks in a longer school year. Myran-Schutte cited the difficulties in organizing and practicing for activities like basketball, dance, and Knowledge Bowl during winter break, and difficulties that can happen if a game or meet is scheduled during a break for the 180 students involved in winter sports. Myran-Schutte also mentioned that the 2018-2019 year will also feature a D.C. trip for the students, which could further complicate matters. The board thanked Myran-Schutte for her comments and moved on to approve all consent items, including contracts, hirings, and one leave request, before discussing the calendar options. During a lengthy debate, the
board weighed the pros and cons of the “tight” and “loose” 201819 schedule options. The board debated both sides of the issue, knowing that allowing more time for breaks during the year would add an extra week on to the end of the year in June. The board discussed how best to balance time students would need with families with time spent at school or in activities, with board member Mimi Carlson supporting the “loose” option. “These kids need a break,” Carlson said, noting that only one day of the winter break had not been spent at practice. The loose schedule, Abraham explained, had been created by a small group of teachers, while Abraham had created the tight schedule. Later in the meeting, data on a staff vote was delivered to the meeting showing that 62% of the Houston staff preferred the tight schedule to the 37% who preferred the loose option. The board expressed a desire to know what the parents and students of the district thought about the two scheduling options, and discussed different methods of outreach. Most anecdotes shared from the board showed strong community support for a tight schedule, wanting school to be
over in the first week of June, if possible, or even the last week of May. Council member Tom Stillin summarized it by saying “compress it as much as possible, get them through it, let them go.” The council then resolved to put together a survey to send out in order to see public opinion on the tight vs. loose schedule debate. Next, Superintendent Abraham discussed the creation of School Board & Leadership joint planning sessions. After sending out a survey to the board and leadership team, Abraham remarked that the biggest commonality found in the survey was “most people didn’t fill out the survey.” The board then debated the necessity of having the meeting, and what would be on the agenda. The board decided to meet the next Thursday, February 9 with school leadership to discuss Mission, Vision & Core Values along with a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities & Threats) at 6 p.m. in the library. Next, the board heard an issue from the booster club regarding payment for a banner. Superintendent Abraham requested a procedure change that all future payments be made ahead of time and in full for donated items before the items are ordered, and whether the group will be asked to pay for any additional costs that might occur after ordering. The booster club contributed more than $6,000 for the banners currently hanging in the gym, and the board took a moment to thank the booster chair, Tony Schultz, for the donation.
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Following that, the board heard an update from the policy committee given by board member Ron Evenson. The committee will present a new policy for naming rights and memorials at the next regularly scheduled board meeting. On the issue of a logo policy, the committee found that having a policy would not solve any current issues with t-shirt making or logo use, and that most other local schools contacted did not have a logo policy either. The council then moved on to Old Business, approv-
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ing a correction to the 2017-18 schedule regarding spring break dates. Following that, the board debated the approval of a construction class project building a garage on Grant Street. The board voted down the measure by a margin of 5-2, citing a lack of information given on the project, and the construction class will move forward with another project for the spring semester. The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m. The Houston School Board will meet for its next regularly scheduled meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 16, 2017 in the Houston Public High School library.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., FEBRUARY 14 •Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-6pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Senior Strength & Balance Class, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* •Senior Strength & Balance Class, 11:30am-12:15pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-272-3731.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. All levels.*
•Bluff Country Toastmasters, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, PioÂneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.* •AA Closed meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*
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THURS., FEBRUARY 16 •Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.*
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: August 24, 2004 MORTGAGOR: Chad W. Pruter and Michele L. Pruter, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 7, 2004 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 341763. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Ameriquest Mortgage Company. Dated August 30, 2004 Recorded June 6, 2012, as Document No. 389160. And thereafter assigned to: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Dated August 30, 2004 Recorded May 1, 2006, as Document No. 352459. And thereafter assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association as Trustee, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2004-HE11. Dated November 20, 2013 Recorded November 22, 2013, as Document No. 397105. TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1112 South Broadway Avenue, Spring Valley, MN 55975 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 36.0168.050 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Commencing at a point 28 rods West and 3 rods and 21 links North of the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter in Section 33, Township 103 North, Range 13 West, thence West 181.5 feet, thence North 99 feet, thence East 181.5 feet; thence South 99 feet to place of beginning, Fillmore County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $153,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $227,052.46 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: December 29, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on June 29, 2017, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None â&#x20AC;&#x153;THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.â&#x20AC;? Dated: October 21, 2016 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND
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NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 580.07, the foregoing foreclosure sale is postponed until February 9, 2017 at 10:00 AM at the Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN, in said county and state. Dated: December 27, 2016. U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 38 - 16-006906 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 580.07, the foregoing foreclosure sale is postponed until March 23, 2017 at 10:00 AM at the Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN, in said county and state. Dated: February 8, 2017. U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 38 - 16-006906 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 13 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: FORECLOSURE Court File No. 23-CV-16-582 NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE Marine Credit Union, Plaintiff, vs. PRESTON IRON WORKS & TRUCK REPAIR, INC., SHELDON L. & SUE ANN KINNEBERG, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPT. OF IRS, MONSANTO, INC., Defendants NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of a Judgment made and entered in the above-entitled matter on December 14, 2016, by the District Court of Fillmore County Minnesota, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises herein after described, to satisfy the amount adjudged due the plaintiff in the above-entitled action from the defendants, as described in the Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Fillmore County Minnesota will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash as follows: DATE: Thursday, March 16th, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. LOCATION: Main lobby of Fillmore County Courthouse, 101 Fillmore St, Preston, MN LEGAL DESCRIPTION: See Exhibit â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? PROPERTY ADDRESS: 209 Preston St. NW and 730 Hwy. 16 & 52 E, Preston, MN 55965 PARCEL NUMBER: 17-0001-070 &17-0403-00 The two parcels shall be sold separately, together with all improvements and buildings located thereon, and all rights, title, claim and demand of any nature whatsoever of the defendants in and to the mortgaged premises described above, or any part thereof; that all estates, rights, title and interest of any nature whatsoever, in any way belonging or relating to the mortgaged premises, together with all equipment, fixtures or other property of any kind whatsoever owned by the defendants and located on the mortgaged premises, and all leases and other agreements effecting the use of the occupancy of the mortgaged premises now or herein after entered into, the right to receive and apply rents, issues and profits from the mortgaged premises, and all the proceeds of the foregoing, together with the premises. Dated 01-10-2017 FILLMORE COUNTY SHERlFF Thomas Kaase by /s/Lt. Brian K. Miner, Deputy Attorney Daniel E. Dunn Main Street Law Offices PO Box 1627 La Crosse, WI 54602 MAIN STREET LAW OFFICES is attempting to collect a debt on our clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
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PUBLIC NOTICES behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. Parcel A: Part of the NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 5, Township 102 North of Range 10 West, City of Preston, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 47 minutes 15 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the North line of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4, 526.00 feet; thence South 00 degree 21 minutes 04 seconds West, parallel with the West line of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4, 846,76 feet; thence North 79 degrees 02 minutes 18 seconds East, 352.64 feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described: Thence continuing North 79 degrees 02 minutes 18 seconds East, 75,00 feet: thence North 32 degrees 45 minutes 02 seconds West, 36,19 feet; thence North 19 degrees 10 minutes 01 second West, 32.04 feet; thence North 04 degrees 56 minutes 51 seconds West, 35.46 feet; thence North 08 degrees 21 minutes 01 second East, 35.03 feet; thence North 21 degrees 12 minutes 58 seconds East, 36.65 feet; thence North 43 degrees 26 minutes 23 seconds East, 103.42 feet to the Southerly right-of-way line of Minnesota Trunk Highway No, 62; thence Southeasterly 296,49 feet along said right-of-way line and along a nontangential curve, concave to the Southwest, having a radius 01 1457.90 feel and a central angle of 11 degrees 39 minutes 08 seconds (chord bears South 50 degrees 48 minutes 23 seconds East and a chord length Is 295,98 feet); thence South 45 degrees 01 minute 20 seconds East tangent to said curve and along said rightof-way line, 14.78 feet; thence North 76 degrees 09 minutes 12 seconds East, along said right-of-way line, 23.37 feet; thence South 44 degrees 58 minutes 48 seconds East, along said right-of-way line, 58.22 feet; thence South 75 degrees 04 minutes 22 seconds West, 430.77 feet; thence North 10 degrees 57 minutes 39 seconds West, 91.50 feet to the point of beginning, TOGETHER WITH and subject to a non-exclusive 50 foot wide easement, for ingress and egress, over and across that part of the NW 1/4 or the NW 1/4 and that part of the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 5, Township 102 North of Range 10 West, City of Preston, Fillmore County, Minnesota, the centerline of said easement being described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner 01 said NW 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of the NW 1/4: thence North 89 degrees 51 minutes 19 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the North line of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4, 526,00 feet; thence South 00 degree 00 minutes 39 seconds East parallel with the Westline of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4, 846,76 feet; thence North 78 degrees 40 minutes 35 seconds East, 352.64 feet; thence South 11 degrees 19 minutes 22 seconds East, 91.50 feet to the point of beginning of said easement centerline: Thence North 74 degreas 42 minutes 39 seconds East, 430.85 feel 10 the Southwesterly right-ofway line of Minnesota Trunk Highway No. 52 and Ihere terminating, The sidelines of said easement are longer or shorter to meet existing properly lines, EXCEPT any lands sold to State of Minnesota In Warranly Deed filed December 1, 2004 as Document No. 343388, and described as follows: That part of the Nonh 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of Section 5, Township 102 Nonh, Range 10 West, shown as Parcel 78 on Minnesota Department of Transportation Right of Way Plat No. 23-65. 730 Hwy16 & 52E (Tax Parcel No. 17.0001.070) EXHIBIT â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? Parcel B: Lot 2 and the East 1/2 of Lot 3 in Block 8 in John Kaerchers Addition to the Village of Preston, Fillmore County, Minnesota, EXCEPT the following described parcel: Commencing 60 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Lot 2, thence North 60 feet; thence West 20 feet; thence Southeast to the place of beginning. Publish 30,6,13,20,27,6 NOtice of meeting change amherst township Amherst Township will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, February 16, 2017, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. Publish 6,13 Meeting Notice There will be a meeting of the FillmoreHouston Joint Board of Health on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Mabel Community Center, 201 Main St S, Mabel, MN. The meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m. Publish 6,13 meeting notice forestville town board Forestville Town Board will hold the Board of Audit meeting on February 21, 2017 at 6:45 pm at the Forestville Town Hall Lori Winter, Clerk Forestville Township Publish 13,20
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Through March 31, 2017 - 2 parcels offered by the All-American Co-op. Chatfield grain elevator and all related facilities for sale by sealed bid. For more information, contact Glenn Lutteke or Todd Stockdale at All-American Co-op, 507-533-4222. Listing in the Journal
ONLINE AUCTIONS Through Sun., February 12 at 5:30pm - Many prints, guns, ammo, coins, furniture, antiques, collectibles and much more! DARR online auction. For more info and complete listing, DARR Auctions & Realty 800-852-0010 or www.darrauctions.com. Listing in Journal.
Through Thurs., February 16 at 6pm - Drills, saws, farm toys, furniture, prints and so much more! For more information, contact Gehling Auction Company at 507-765-2131 or www. gehlingauction.com. Listing in the Journal
Through March 9, 2017 at 7pm - 2 BR ranch home in Rushford, MN. DARR online auction. For more info and complete listing, DARR Auctions & Realty 800-852-0010 or www.darrauctions.com. Listing in the Journal
PUBLIC NOTICES meeting notice houston township Houston Township will hold the regular February monthly meeting on Tuesday evening, February 21, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at the Houston Town Hall, 601 East Cedar Street, Houston, Mn. Houston Township will hold its Annual Board of Audit meeting immediately follwoing the regular February monthly 6:00 meeting. Anyone wishing to review the Township books may do so at this time. Christine Rischette Houston Township Clerk Publish 13 notice of annual board of audit fountain township Fountain Township will conduct the Annual Board of Audit following the regular March meeting. The March meeting will be held on March 2, at 7:00 in the Fountain Fire Hall. Dan Graskamp, Clerk Publish 13,20
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$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
NEW CONSTRUCTION!
ELCOR Realty Co.
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
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
122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD
SOLD
â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Main floor bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘Â¨2 Updated Baths
SOLD
235 5TH AVE SE, HARMONY
â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths, â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage
306 1ST ST E, FOUNTAIN
AFFORDABLE ACREAGE ON BLACKTOP
LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE
2.5 ACRES
$299,900 #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
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$189,900 106 FILLMORE ST NE, CHATFIELD #4076078
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NEW LISTING $164,000 1147 JOHN & MARY DR. SE, CHATFIELD #4076825
â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Full baths â&#x20AC;˘ 722 sq. ft. Garage â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Large foyer â&#x20AC;˘ 6 Panel doors â&#x20AC;˘ Ceramic tile floors â&#x20AC;˘ Patio â&#x20AC;˘ Deck â&#x20AC;˘ Gas fireplace â&#x20AC;˘ Master suite â&#x20AC;˘ Large rooms â&#x20AC;˘ No backyard neighbors
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712 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD
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204 DIVISION ST NE, CHATFIELD
$156,900
$79,900 #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
$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 PRICE
205 HUDSON AVE, CANTON
$57,900
#4074887
â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedrooms (2nd floor) â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Âź baths â&#x20AC;˘ 1,994 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Remodeled bath â&#x20AC;˘ Enclosed porch â&#x20AC;˘ Updated electric service â&#x20AC;˘ Spacious rooms â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances â&#x20AC;˘ Quiet street â&#x20AC;˘ Level lot (0.21 acres) â&#x20AC;˘ Move-in condition
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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
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; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NEW LISTING - 12 acres of woods with approximately 400â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. #4076539 $60,000 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $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; Affordable 0.24 acre lot suitable for walkout along Amco Drive SE with city utilities. #4076290 $40,000 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; 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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200 N. HURON AVE SPRING VALLEY • $134,900 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.
Todd Hadoff
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208 W. GRANT ST. SPRING VALLEY • $139,900 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 move-in condition.
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Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • High traffic area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation $110,000
137 ST. PAUL ST PRESTON
Commercial building
Old bank building • 3 vaults still available • Multiple Office Space • Unlimited potential for investment • 3 rentals on 2nd levels • Enclosed porch area
THE MARKET IS STILL STRONG...
814 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $23,000
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$98,900
626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD
(West Chatfield) • Wooded 4.51 acres • Quiet setting 3 bedrooms • large fenced yard • newer windows • beautiful scenery • Opening living and family room • living room • dining room • covered patio quiet street Large remodeled master bedroom • Remodeled bath • Large kitchen and dining • Patio • 2 car garage • 3 story building with finished basement • 8 rental Maintenance free siding • Price includes new septic units for income • All bar equipment will stay • Newer BUILDING LOT FOR SALE elevator • Newer sprinkler system • Updated and $149,500 300 KIRKWOOD ST E. 385 HILLSIDE SR. SE ready for business • Ideal for bar, restaurant, office $39,500 LANESBORO CHATFIELD space, any type of retail • Unlimited possibilities • Was a hotel, medical center and bar Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to 3 bedrooms • d/o • formal dining room • living room • large open kitchen w/ dining • wood floors • main floor laundry • enclosed golf course • Open to builders • City Utilities $114,900 porch • patio • deck • 2 car garage • storage shed • private yard
15 2ND ST SE CHATFIELD Commercial building
90 MAIN STREET FOUNTAIN Commercial building
ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE $69,900
overlooking Sylvan Park • shop area in lower level $108,500
FORESTVILLE STATE PARK
Great location at the Head of the State Bike Trail • Updated and remodeled • Ideal for retail, office 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, space, storage, rental space • Over 4,000 sq. ft. • fishing, camping • Private • Ideal for house Unlimited potential or cabin
OPPORTUNITY IS KNOCKING!
9 TWIFORD ST CHATFIELD
SOLD!
Updated 1 1/2 story • Main floor master bedroom • Main floor laundry • 2 bedrooms • d/o • Newer roof • Newer furnace • Covered porch • Vinyl siding • Overlooks park • Close to trail and trout stream
14807 HIGHWAY 30 SE CHATFIELD
6.58 acres • Close to new elementary • Edge of city limits • Blacktop road • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Wood floors • Covered patio • Deck • Built-ins • 2 car attached garage • 4+ heated garage/shop (1,536 sq. ft) • 2 additional out buildings • Sold as-is $169,900
712 CLIFF ST NE CHATFIELD
SOLD!
3 bedroom • 2 baths • Remodeled and updated • 2 car attached garage • Open kitchen and dining room • Family room with gas fireplace and built-ins • Steel siding • Screened-in porch • Private back yard • Storage shed • Move-in ready $68,500
431 AVE C CHATFIELD
2 bedroom • large lot • garage • some newer windows
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242 S SILVER ST, WYKOFF
Affordable small town living. 2 bedroom w/deck, hotPRESTON tub, and nice 418 Preston St. NW, backyard.
Simple living, move right in! Scenic setting & ideal location. Main floor living plus finished walkout basement. $118,900
418 Preston St. NW, PRESTON Ready for you! Don’t miss this move-in ready opportunity for easy living. Main floor living & finished walkout basement. $118,900
2606 Village Rd, DECORAH
Love where you live! Just blocks from the Upper Iowa River. Spacious home w/attached 2 car and large corner lot. $127,900
100 Elmwood St E • LANESBORO 304 Third St N, CANTON Inn with owners’ living area Well kept ranch w/beautiful addition. Lots of room for all your needs. 2 car heated garage. $129,900
365 Main St S, CHATFIELD
Move-in ready! Open & bright living space, generous storage, private patio. $124,900
Buildable lots NOLAN VALLEY LOT - 6.37 ACRES OUTSIDE OF MABEL, $39,900 FAITH TRAIL - 2.38 ACRES NEAR LANESBORO, $84,000 HARMONY - SUBDIVISION WITH COUNTRY VIEWS & BUILDING INCENTIVE! NO BUILDER RESTRICTIONS.
SOLD
Roxanne Johnson
2606 Village Rd, BLUFFTON
3 bed, 2 bath ranch near Upper Iowa River. $127,000
400 Whittier St E, LANESBORO
Backs up to the woods! Main floor living w/partially finished w/o basement. 1 car garage. $129,900
3 BED, 3 BATH: 245 1ST AVE SW, HARMONY 2 BED, 2 BATH: 45 1ST AVE SW, HARMONY
Broker/Owner Cell: 507-458-6110 roxanne@harmonytel.net MN & IA Licensed 25 W Center St Harmony, MN 55939
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3 BED, 2 BATH: 101 W FILLMORE AVE, CANTON 3 BED, 2 BATH: 45 1ST AVE NE, HARMONY
PENDING
PRICE REDUCED!
$265,000
1616 HILL ST SW CHATFIELD
Office 507-886-4221
Renovated commercial building, turn your talents into an enjoyable career.
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
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HARMONY
111 E. LOWELL LEROY • $90,000
If you are looking to build your “dream” home this is a lot in an excellent location. Located on cul-de-sac road in newer subdivision. Please call me for more information on new tax incentives with the City of Spring Valley for building a new home in 2017!
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Charming 4 bdrm 2 bath home with character and charm. Hardwood floors, original woodwork, open staircase, paneled doors, French doors, 2 wood fireplaces, walk-up attic, 4 season porch, updated kitchen, walk out, and new updated electrical panel. This property is partially fenced and sits on just under an acre of land. Large enough for growing room. This one is sure to please!
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707 S. SECTION AVE SPRING VALLEY • $143,000
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Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com
$135,000
REAL ESTATE (507) 346-2060 Cell: (507) 951-2071 Toll-Free: (888) 835-8141
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24280 County 14, PRESTON
44959 Plummer St, RUSHFORD
Beautiful home! 4 bed plus office & den! Basement living space & storage. Large heated garage.
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She will be honored at the Section Girls Basketball Championships Friday, March 10 at the Mayo Civic Center Arena. She will also be honored and recognized at the State BBB Tournament in an on-court ceremony at Target Center Saturday, March 25. State winners will be announced at that time.
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She scored her 1000th career point on February 2nd in Harmony against Lewiston-Altura.
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