Fillmore County Journal - 2.20.17 by Jason Sethre

PRSRT STD ECR WSS US. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 70 MADELIA, MN 56062

FFA week Proud to serve and salute our Future Farmers!

“Where Fillmore County News Comes First” Weekly Edition

Harmony EDA annual report

FFA Week pages

POSTAL PATRON

11-16

page

Monday, February 20, 2017

Volume 32 Issue 22

Mabel resident asks city Citizen input on to enforce noise ordinance Chatfield pool page

page

Run Right Power Equipment

page 26 Payton Danielson • Cougars

Canton • Chatfield • Fountain • Harmony • Houston • Lanesboro • Mabel • Ostrander • Peterson • Preston • Rushford • Rushford Village • Spring Valley • Whalan • Wykoff

JEM Theatre under new ownership Spring Valley hires trio as ambulance director By R ich Wicks rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Amber Coaty, left, is learning the ins and outs of running the JEM Theatre in Harmony, Minn., after she and her husband, Dana, purchased the theatre from Michelle Haugerud, shown here with Amber outside the JEM. Photo by Barb Jeffers By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The show must go on - and it will at the JEM Theatre in Harmony, Minn., although with new faces selling tickets and popping popcorn. After 14 years of owning and running the JEM, Michelle Haugerud has sold the iconic theatre to Dana and Amber Coaty. Amber grew up in Rochester, Minn., while Dana is originally from Superior, Wis. The Coatys moved to the area 11 years ago and live in Harmony with their children Dale, Alayna, Bowen, Alora and foreign exchange student Tatiana. When asked why they wanted

to buy the JEM Theatre, Amber said, “It is one of those dreams that you had that you never ever thought would ever come true and the opportunity presented itself,” so “it was a dream come true,” she states. “It is an amazing opportunity for our family,” states Amber, as she explains that she is a stayat-home mom and says, “I was looking for a way to find a job that I could still stay at home with my kids, and this seemed like a really good option because they could actually come with me and they could learn the business right along with me and I could still be at home with them,” so it works out really well.

February

Dana works as an HVAC technician with Casper’s Plumbing & Heating in Decorah, Iowa, but will certainly play a part in the family-run business. The Coaty family wasted no time in getting their feet wet, as they purchased the theatre on Thursday, February 2, 2017 and presented their first movie, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, the following night. Amber says the first couple weeks have gone “very good”, adding that Haugerud made it much easier, saying, “Michelle was a good trainer so I didn’t feel like I was jumping completely See JEM Page 2 

The Spring Valley City Council met in regular session on Monday, February 13. All members were present: Tony Archer, Todd Jones, Mayor Jim Struzyk, Jessy Betts, Mike Hadland and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. No visitors had signed up to address the council. After approving the previous minutes, agenda and bills, the main item on the agenda was deciding how to fill the city’s Ambulance Director position. Just prior to the public meeting, the council met in closed session to conduct interviews for the job. Finalists included an individual and a team of three members of the ambulance crew. Todd Jones stated, “I think Becky has good qualifications, but I think this team of three is,…I mean how do you top it, as far as what

they bring to the table?” Other council members voiced agreement with this opinion. Tony Archer added, “I think the things they brought up about the cost savings, what they can do, how they can recruit, what ideas they have, sometimes it’s better in numbers to do that rather than one person…they have a lot of experience, a lot of education.” Council members asked the trio questions about how they would handle their scheduling if hired, as well as considering pay options. Zimmer asked the council, “When you hire a director, it’s 40 hours. So would they split the 40 hours?” Jessy Betts suggested paying via a stipend rather than hourly pay, and Zimmer said that is allowable. After discussion, the council felt it would be best to pay each of the three via a stipend of $10,000 each per year, See AMBULANCE Page 9 

County to develop BodyCam policy By K aren R eisner karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Sheriff Tom Kaase described functions of a multi-function BodyCam at the county board’s February 14 meeting. Some of the functions include a cell phone, body camera, and a digital recorder. Kaase explained state statute mandates the development and approval by the county board of a written policy. Why now? Kaase said the department has an opportunity to demo one. The Sheriff’s Department can not demo the BodyCam without a written policy in place. He added that if grant money becomes available down the road, the policy could be in place. Funding

Prices Effective Februrary 20th - 26th, 2017

for the purchase of BodyCams is not in the 2017 budget. A draft policy was presented which was largely taken from a policy that has been implemented by Washington County. Kaase said the draft policy has to be available to the public for a comment period, during which time his office will collect information. Then, they will provide that information to the county board which is required to have a public comment period during a regularly scheduled meeting. Kaase said the use of BodyCams could increase transparency and accountability, minimize complaints, refute allegations against his staff, reduce expenses See BODYCAM Page 8 

Page 2

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

JEM

Continued from Page 1

in without knowledge,” adding, “she had done a wonderful job prepping me and teaching me how everything was done,” which helped immensely. “She has been right there with me whenever I have had issues,” which relieves a lot of the stress Amber may have otherwise been feeling. Amber says she has “learned a ton so far” adding, “I learn something new every day,” and will continue to for quite some time to come. The Coatys do not plan on making any big changes to the JEM or how it operates, as Amber notes, “We have always loved it the way it is and we want to keep it that way,” as she explains, “this has been one of our favorite parts of Harmony since we moved here

Monday, February 20, 2017

and we wouldn’t change a thing” about it other than “you have to update things here and there, but we want to keep the same vibe” that customers are used to. The name of the theatre will not change, tickets prices are the same: adult - $5.00, kids (ages 3-12) and seniors (65+) - $4.00 (children under two are free). Customers are welcome to bring in their own containers to get popcorn at a discounted price as they have in the past. The JEM Theatre can still be rented for birthday parties or other events and those who rent the theatre can bring in their own DVD to show on the big screen, or they can choose to watch the feature movie at regular price. The Coatys plan to hold concerts regularly at the JEM. The musical entertainment on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the JEM will be Chuck Lahr and The Purdy

The Coaty family looks forward to seeing you at the movies, as they have recently purchased the JEM Theatre in Harmony, Minn. Photo submitted

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

River Band with their “Bluegrass Music Show” playing from 2-4 p.m. Price of admission is $10.00 (children under 12 free). Ads will continue to be shown on the screen featuring local businesses, so if any business owners would be interested in placing an ad with the JEM they would also be supporting the Coatys in their new venture. One change that the Coatys would like to implement is “Throwback Tuesdays”, or “Free Movie Tuesdays” where they will show movies in different genres such as westerns and classic movies. The Coatys have already hosted one free Tuesday night movie on Valentine’s Day when the JEM showed The Princess Bride with free admission. Watch for other fun events coming up soon at the JEM, such as a Lego building contest coinciding with the showing of The Lego Batman Movie. Amber states that the residents of Harmony and the surrounding area have been very supportive, saying, “The town is amazing” and everyone has been very friendly. As the new owners begin their journey with excitement, it is a bittersweet time for Haugerud and her family. Haugerud and her husband, Paul, purchased the JEM in November of 2002 from Bill and Roxanne Johnson. Their children grew up working and playing at the JEM. “It was important to keep the

JEM as a place where all families could enjoy first run movies at a reasonable cost,” states Haugerud, adding, “this has been my mission from day one,” and so many people in the area have benefited from that mission. The Haugeruds made many improvements over the years, first to the building itself, both inside and out. “In 2011, we were faced with having to convert to a digital projector from 35mm, or face going out of business since the industry was going to stop producing film on 35mm,” states Michelle. “We were very lucky to have so much support from the community to help raise part of the money to convert” over to a digital projector which kept the JEM going. Paul passed away in January 2012 and Michelle has continued to run the theatre for the last five years. “We have met so many people over the years at the JEM. We have watched kids grow up and then come back with their own families to enjoy the JEM experience,” states Haugerud. She has watched the same happen with her own children and grandchildren. In 2002, it began with Paul and Michelle along with their children Ken, 14; Danielle, 13; Mary, 10; Sierra, 8; and Julia, 2; and in 2006 their son Peter was born. Some of Haugerud’s children reminisce about their years at the JEM in the following way:

Danielle says, “I have many memories with my family and friends that are pretty unique. To most the theatre was a place to watch a movie once a week or so, but we had our lives there. From slumber parties growing up to watching our own children run around and destroy the candy shelf.” She goes on to say “For me, working at the theater was my first job. I’m grateful to have been shaped by working there with my family and the community. I wish the next family the best of luck!” Sierra states, “It was an amazing place to work and grow up in. I will cherish the memories forever,” and Mary comments,“It was a great experience.” Julia notes that she “liked the free stuff”, but her mom says she also learned many skills working at the JEM. Peter, who is now 10, says he is “just excited to go do other things” on weekends. Haugerud appreciates all of those that have come to the JEM and says, “There have also been so many people in the community that have helped us, and the support from so many has been wonderful and very appreciated” by her family. “I hope the community continues to support the JEM and that the JEM gains new support so that we can all make sure our JEM stays in the community,” states Haugerud. For more information go to www. jemmovies.com, visit their facebook page which is updated regularly, or phone (507) 886-7469.

Daniel M. Christianson, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of F & M Community Bank, Preston, MN, would like to announce

the recent promotions of

tami Larson, aLLison WhaLen, and erik topness. The bank’s Board of Directors, at its January meeting, elected all of them as Assistant Vice-Presidents.

Tami Larson has been with F &M for about thirteen and one-half years over a couple of different stints. She originally started with the bank in late 1999, left in April of 2012, and returned at the end of November in 2015. Larson has a myriad of experience as a personal banker and as a consumer lender with the bank. She was also promoted to Assistant Branch Manager of F & M’s Chatfield office. aLLison WhaLen joined the bank in July of 2008 and is now the Senior Personal Banker for the bank. In her role, she oversees the bank’s deposit products and their delivery to the bank’s customers. erik Topness has been a lender for the bank since July of 2012. During that time, Topness has covered a wide array of lending areas including consumer, consumer real estate, and commercial loans.

Don Anderson Insurance, Inc Cresco, Iowa

Your local agents:

Don AnDerson 563.883.8012 or 507.421.6242 rAnDy MAyer 507.273.0684

Tami Larson

aLLison WhaLen

erik Topness

According to Christianson, “These promotions recognize Tami’s, Allison’s, and Erik’s contributions and dedication to F & M Community Bank, and provides them with additional responsibilities and challenges. We’re lucky to have people like them as part of our team.” F & M Community Bank began operating in 1911. Its home office is in Preston, MN, and it has branch offices in Chatfield, MN, since October of 2000, and in Rochester, MN, since October of 2015. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of F & M Financial Services, Inc., which also owns and operates F & M Insurance Services which is located in Preston.

Preston • 100 St Anthony St N • 765-3823 I Chatfield • 229 Main St N • 867-1605 Rochester • 2768 Superior Dr NW • 258-7580 WWW.fmcommuniTy.com

FILLMORE COUNTY

JOURNAL “Where Fillmore County News Comes First”

who will be recogNized as The 2017 Teacher of The Year? Teachers have a very challenging and important job, shaping the minds of our future generations. Teacher Appreciation Day is May 2, 2017, and our team at the Fillmore County Journal will be working with all of the school districts in Fillmore County to recognize all teachers for their service. The Fillmore County Journal will be recognizing one special educator in Fillmore County who has gone above and beyond the call of duty, engaged students with innovative teaching methods, and helped students achieve a high level of academic success. To nominate a teacher, please fill out the for m below. All nominations are due at the Fillmore County Jour nal office, 136 St. Anthony Street S, P.O. Box 496, Preston, Minn. 55965 by noon on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Please be sure to include as many details as possible with your nomination, and feel free to include additional documents if you need more space to express support for your nominee. Call 507-765-2151 with questions regarding nominations. The Teacher of the Year will be recognized on the front page of the May 1, 2017 issue of the Fillmore County Journal, following an award presentation sponsored by Drury's Furniture Store, Har mony Foods, Preston Foods, Rushford Foods, and Ody’s Country Meats & Catering.

•• •• • • • • • • ••••••••••••••••••• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •••••••••••••••••••••••••

T e a c h e r o f T h e Y e a r N o m i N aT i o N f o r m Teacher's Name:

Grade/Subject:

School:

Address:

I believe this teacher deserves the Fillmore County Journal Teacher of the Year award for the following reasons:

This teacher made a difference in (my child's/a student's/my own) life in the following way(s):

•• •• • • • • • • ••••••••••••••••••• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ••••••••••••••••••••••••• Your Name:

Address:

Your Phone:

Your E-mail:

Relationship to Nominee:

parent of student

for mer student

student

principal

colleague

All nominations are due at the fillmore county Journal of fice 136 St. Anthony Street S, P.O. Box 496, Preston, Minn. 55965 by noon Tuesday, April 18, 2017. **NOMiNeeS M uST B e c ur r eN T ly T e Ac hi Ng i N F i l l M Or e cO u N T y* *

2017 T ea c her of T he Year is suppor Ted b Y The fol l o w iN g l oca l bu s iN e s s e s :

Page 4

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

C ommentary Devil’s advocate… Conceived in Liberty By Aaron Bishop In Lincoln’s Gettysburg address he stated, “…our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.” In my Aaron Bishop last article, I wrote about towers of foresight and the importance of considering long-term implications of our political decisions. History has shown how attempts to silence the minority only redirect their modes of expression. From civil rights to women’s rights, and as far back as the American Revolution, simply hearing the act of public protest has played key roles in extending our nation’s liberties. I fear the loss of our liberties will be greeted by a standing ovation. The applause will come from advocates who reason that laws are to be leveled against individuals of differing ideology. Cue HF322. House File 322 (HF322) The bill states that public entities and municipalities can sue “…for costs incurred for the purpose of responding to the unlawful assembly or public nuisance.” In other words, individuals who are arrested for participating in, or being present at, an unlawful assembly or being a public nuisance would be civilly liable for public safety response costs. Bad for 1st Amendment This bill doesn’t add new restrictions, but discourages peaceful protest. Will the city Editorial Cartoon

think you’re illegally assembling? How will they interpret your actions? To be clear, blocking traffic is still just as illegal as it was before the bill was introduced. HF322 changes nothing there. If someone obstructs traffic, particularly emergency vehicles, they will be arrested and charged, serve time, pay the related fees and fines, and can still be sued for damages by private entities. This will not change. I’m a firm believer in proportional laws where punishment fits the crime. If HF322 becomes law, it will compound additional civil lawsuits from municipalities, which creates an imbalance by doublepunishing. There is no clear statement about who pays the fines, which further undermines the 1st Amendment. Would all the fines be charged to the leader of a peaceful assembly? Bad for 2nd Amendment Although it has been proposed by 27 Republicans in the House and three Republicans in the Senate, I fear they fail to recognize how this bill may work against them and their constituents in the future. Sponsor Representative Nick Zerwas (R) states, “If you violate the law, if you block traffic, if you block access to a building, that’s what this bill is for.” Yet, nowhere in the bill does it specify these circumstances, meaning it can apply broadly and may be interpreted differently as power in government shifts. Representative Zerwas makes it even sound reasonable until you read the bill and its corresponding articles, and apply it to what you are passionate about.

It may not be today, but imagine four or eight years from now. What if the Supreme Court states the 2nd Amendment refers to States’ rights, not individuals’ rights, and you no longer may legally possess certain guns unless you are an active member of the state’s organized militia? If you would protest for your 2nd Amendment rights at the state capital, please read Minnesota statute 609.705 on unlawful assembly. Would it apply? You betcha. If passed, HF322 will apply just as permanently to gun owners as it does to Black Lives Matter activists. Bad for Liberty The bill is worded vaguely which allows the party in power, whose actions are stimulating public protests, to interpret when and how it is to be enforced. These minutiae become essential when deciding when and upon whom to enforce laws. By discouraging peaceful assembly, we leave open the opportunity for government to curb all other amendments, bit by bit. We can disagree with others. The 1st Amendment, though not always convenient, is a critical part of our democracy. Let not the words “For liberty and justice for all” become “For liberty and justice for some.” This bill is bad for Liberty. I encourage folks to read HF322 and contact Rep. Greg Davids and Sen. Jeremy Miller (Senate version SF679) to ask where they stand on this bill. Cheers. (HF322 and appropriate sections and sources are found online at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com.)

Unprecedented sabotage: Obama’s involvement with the OFA By Jeff Erding In the interest of national security and out of respect for the electoral process, former occupants of the Whitehouse have always made a concerted effort to step aside at the end of their term in office and allow the Jeff Erding new administration to do the job they were elected to do. This is as it should be, especially in a situation where the voters have so clearly and unambiguously indicated the belief that America has drifted far off course to the left. It’s no accident that conservatives have taken control of the vast majority of political offices and governing agencies in America. Some will contradict me by saying President Trump lost the popular vote by millions, but that argument holds no water since his campaign was conducted to prevail by winning electoral votes. There is no question a conservative revolution has taken place in America as hard working citizens demanded a change from the destructive path to socialism, national bankruptcy, and social and moral decay advocated by the Liberal, Secular Progressive crowd. This revolution has prevailed despite the

Government this week • Tuesday, February 21, Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m. • Tuesday, February 21, Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m. • Tuesday, February 21, Mabel-Canton School Board, Media Center, 7 p.m. • Tuesday, February 21, Rushford Village City Council, Community Center, 7 p.m. • Wednesday, February 22, Kingsland School Board, District Conference Room, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, February 27, Rushford-Peterson School Board, Rushford Biology Room, 5:30 p.m. • Monday, February 27, Spring Valley City Council, City hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, February 27, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, February 27, Chatfield City Council, City hall, 7 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

overwhelming opposition from the media, progressive billionaires like Bloomberg and Soros, and Hollywood elites. Honest, hard working citizens who are the backbone of society obviously don’t really care what the progressive elitists think. We are more persuaded by the realities we see in the real world where we live and work. Will the Obamas step aside and allow the will of mainstream America to prevail and steer America back toward the center? According to sources including Paul Sperry of the New York Post, the answer is an emphatic NO. Instead,(says Mr. Sperry), Mr. and Mrs. Obama are staying in D.C., fortifying a multimillion dollar estate near the Whitehouse, and actively controlling a group of hardened leftist political operatives that are and will continue to sabotage every effort and initiative of the Trump administration, using tactics developed by Obama/Clinton intimate and idol Saul Alinsky in his published books like Rules for Radicals. (These tactics have been on display locally as radical enviros recently brow beat the Winona County board into an ill advised ban on sand mining.) With financial support from billionaire radical progressives and an unlimited supply of young left wing activists, [currently 32,000 active operatives and many more in training] Organization for Action, (OFA) is growing by leaps and bounds. There are currently 250 offices/ headquarters in the U.S. and many more are planned. What actions are planned? Demonstrations, many of them violent. Disruption of town hall meetings. Coordinated efforts to dominate social, printed, and radio/television media. Personal attacks on anyone who expresses an opinion that runs counter to the secular progressive agenda. (I have experience with that!) An even greater concern is federal intelligence and state department officials that are embedded in their positions are the source of illegal, unauthorized releases of sensitive and critical intelligence information that jeopardizes the safety of America and it’s citizens. Is OFA coordinating the activities of these individuals? It seems logical, but we don’t know at this time. What can honest citizens do to fight off the unpatriotic and un-American OFA? 1) Stay involved and educated. Write letters to local editors and contact legislators about critical issues. 2) The NRA is the most effective civil rights organization in the world. I urge you to join or upgrade your membership. God Bless until next time, Jeff

All opinions expressed on these pages are those of the authors and not of the Fillmore County Journal.

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

Page 5

C ommentary Letter about Col. Gudmundson: Move on... To the Editor, As Democrats, Independents, and plenty of disenchanted Republicans are being chided for not accepting the fumbles, foibles, and follies of the new administration and “not giving Trump a chance”, Col. Gudmunson wants us to believe “We dodged a bullet” by not electing Hillary Clinton. Wow. The new reality for many Americans is living in constant fear of what bomb will be dropped next on our values, our rights, our security, and our neighbors. Maybe it’s Col. Gudmundson who hasn’t accepted the results of the election, since his February 13 commentary went on and on about Hillary Clinton. He claims that “overt bias and consequent influence” by domestic media in favor of Clinton was a “greater scandal” than intentional Russian interference in the U.S. election that favored Trump. Really? Wow again. I don’t know what media he reads, watches, or listens to, but there was clearly an overabundance of ink and airtime devoted to the antics of the Republican nominee, while coverage of the Democratic Party candidate repeated the lies and unsubstantiated allegations put out by the likes of FOX news and regurgitated by its minions. He says that “her use of a private email server clearly undermined and damaged our country’s security” and was “criminal.” According to Newsweek, though, “senior staffers in the Trump administration are using a private RNC email server. The same email server used by the Bush administration that claimed it lost 22 million emails.” Seems the Colonel is more concerned about a former Secretary of State and losing candidate than he is about the current White House occupants. As The Washington Post puts it: “Republicans railed against Clinton’s ‘extremely careless’ behavior. Now they’ve got a Trump Problem.” LuAnn Wilcox Lanesboro, MN

Music By Alexis King Music, it’s the gateway to your soul. It makes you dance, sing, cry, or even feel better. Music can have a lot of effects on us. Music is what I feel is everyone’s true best friend, even if it isn’t a real person. I guess in a way it can Alexis King heal emotional wounds. It helps sometimes when you’re down. Just listen to an upbeat song, and it could just lift your mood. Upbeat songs are good for dancing and lifting spirits, but there are other kinds of songs/music as well. There are even songs/music that have no words at all. Music is everywhere; you just have to be quiet and listen for a little bit of time. Chirping birds, the sound of the wind blowing through the leaves, even your own heartbeat could be considered as a song. I guess it’s just whatever you find to have a little tune or beat, and helps you through the day. Pop music helps me get through boring situations (such as cleaning), by making it fun. Classical music helps me study, while rock music is good to jam out to. The “Cup Song” is a song that makes me cry, mostly because it reminds me of my friend that passed away last January. Some events happen that change the way you listen to songs, and that’s okay. “Black Magic” by Little Mix is a song that gets me singing and dancing, smiling; but that’s just me. Everyone has his/her own opinion about music. While I like pop, classical and rock music, I am not fond of country music, whatsoever. Other people feel the same, but there are many others that are almost completely in love with country music and absolutely hate pop music. It all just depends on the environment in which they have grown up and what they grew up listening to. Although I do suppose that

Do you neeD to run an aD in next MonDay’s Fillmore County Journal? The adverTising deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday This week for nexT monday’s ediTion!

Please send ad information to:

ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call 507-765-2151 to place your advertisements. www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

you could grow up to not liking the type of music you’ve listened to all your life, I have never run across anything like that. I grew up listening to Aerosmith, and it’s my all-time favorite band. Music is usually a part of everyone’s daily life, as I don’t know anyone who doesn’t listen to at least one song a day. Music is on movies and broadcast on the radios. They even show music videos on TV. There are special TV channels for this, MTV is just one of them. MTV usually plays them extremely early in the morning, though, and I’m pretty sure they change from the classic hits from the 80s to the new tunes. Although the newer music has more of a common meaning, usually the beat and tempos behind the words are different. It all sounds different in their own unique way. Artists have their own sound, their own voice. They make the music their own. Although they might not sound exactly the same, music is music. No matter what kind of music you listen to, you can always find the right music for the right mood. Music is a part of life and everyone should appreciate it. It can be used in no wrong way, and technically there’s no correct way that it can be used. It’s usually just there for entertainment purposes and to make you happy and laugh when you aren’t feeling the sunshine in life. It’s there to help you cry or bring up good memories. Even though people can ruin songs for others, don’t let it dampen your views on music. Music, the hero of the 21st century.

Up To 30% Off Custom Blinds & Drapes

WE CAN ULTRASONICALLY CLEAN YOUR BLINDS AT A BUDGET-FRIENDLY PRICE!

Shades

Up to $500 in Rebates

Clean 4 blinds, get the 5th one cleaned

WE CAN REPAIR MOST BLINDS IN YOUR HOME

CELLULAR BLINDS • FREE BOTTOM UP/TOP DOWN UPGRADE (Graber brand)

Expires: 2/28/17

507-696-0902 www.hangmanblinds.com

201 Main St. S. Chatfield, MN 55923

Join us

at the PrestoN serviceMeN’s club oN

sAtuRdAy, FeBRuARy 25

Fish Fry

5 pm - Gone! • $10

507.765.2205 • Preston, MN www.theclubprestonmn.com MeMory Brothers 7-9pM every Wednesday

Back Room Available for Parties

every Friday Night is burger Night Meat raFFle starts at 7PM

NEW! HUNTING • FISHING • COOKING • HABITAT Thursday Evenings 7:30 Hunting • FisHing • Cooking • Habitat Sponsored by

Thursday EvEnings 7:30 HUNTING • FISHING • COOKING HUNTING • FISHING • COOKING••HABITAT HABITAT Evenings sponsored by Thursday Thursday Evenings7:30 7:30 Sponsored by by Sponsored

Channel 15 with Antenna, Dish Network, Direct TV, Jaguar, Charter Channels 779/13/8 Other local cable providers

15iswith antenna, dish Public network, direct Tv, Jaguar, PRAIRIEChannel SPORTSMAN a Production of Pioneer Television, Appleton, MN Charter Channels 779/13/8, Other local cabel providers PRAIRIE SPORTSMAN is a Production of Pioneer Public Television, Appleton, MN

Channel 15 with Antenna, Dish Network, Direct TV, Jaguar, Charter Channels 779/13/8 Channel 15 with Antenna, Dish Network, Direct TV, Jaguar, Charter Channels 779/13/8 Other local cable providers

Other local cable providers PRAIRIE SPORTSMAN is a Production of Pioneer Public Television, Appleton, MN

PRAIRIE SPORTSMAN is a Production of Pioneer Public Television, Appleton, MN

136 St. Anthony St. • P.O. Box 496 Preston, MN 55965 507-765-2151 • 1-800-599-0481 FAX 507-765-2468 e-mail: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com website: www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Publisher/Editor Jason Sethre Associate Publisher Amanda Sethre Website Administrator Michelle Haugerud Creative Director Jana Boyum Assistant Editor Ellen Whalen Graphic Designer Abbey Norby Graphic Designer Taylor Case Sales Sherry Hines Sales Peggi Redalen Sports Director Paul Trende Photo Journalist Barb Jeffers Contributors: Barb Jeffers, Loni Kemp, Col. Stan Gudmundson, Tammy Danielson, Eric Leitzen, Yvonne Nyenhuis, Aaron Bishop, Sue Ommen, Kathy Little, Karen Reisner, Sara Snipes, Mary Whalen, Rich Wicks, Hannah Wingert, Kirsten Zoellner. Published by Sethre Media Group, Inc. every Monday and mailed third class. Circulation: 12,020 FREE SUBSCRIPTIONS to zip codes served, 1,225 FREE STORE DISTRIBUTION and 200 PAID SUBSCRIPTIONS at $55 per year, third class or $105 first class.

DEADLINE for news & advertising is 5PM TUESDAY for the Monday Edition.

OffIcE HOUrS:

Monday-Thursday 8am - 5pm friday 8am - Noon closed Saturday & Sunday

All opinions expressed on these pages are those of the authors and not of the Fillmore County Journal.

Page 6

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

Obituaries

children, Brooklyn and Savannah Czaplewski; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Clara O. Karli Clara O. Karli, age 103, of Harold; four brothers: Thomas, Mabel, died Thursday, February Elmer, Roy, and Willie; three 16, 2017 at Green Lea Senior Liv- sisters: Pearl, Ida, and Helen; and nieces and nephews Carl Solie, ing in Mabel. Clara was born at home on July Kathy Kruse, Les Solie, David 31, 1913 in Spring Grove, Minn., Storlie, Ann Karli Rodman, and Lorraine Carsten. to Carl and Funeral services were held 2 Lena (Rice) p.m. Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Solie. She the Mabel First Lutheran Church graduated in Mabel, with Rev. Elliott Malm from the officiating. Burial took place in Spring Grove the Mabel Lutheran Cemetery. High School. Visitation was held 4-6 p.m. SatShe took urday, February 18 at the MenTe a c h e r ’s Clara O. gis Funeral Home in Mabel and Training and Karli one hour prior to services at the later received her teaching degree from Winona church. State College. On January 2, Lawrence “Larry” W. Gathje 1946 she married Harold F. Karli at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lawrence “Larry” W. Gathje, Spring Grove. She taught in 74, of rural Peterson, Minn., died several rural schools in the area, on Friday, February 10, 2017, at Spring Grove, and Mabel (later his home. Mabel-Canton) Schools until Larry was born on March retiring at age 65. Harold later 18, 1942, in Chatfield, Minn., died on August 27, 1992. Clara to LeRoy and Helen (Duschek) continued to live in Mabel and Gathje. He stayed in her house until moving was raised of to Green Lea Senior living when west Chatf ield. she was 102 years old. Clara was a member of the On June 24, Mabel First Lutheran Church, 1966, Larry WELCA, a 70-year member of was united the American Legion Auxiliary, in marriage the Retired Educators Association, with Bernice Lawrence Minnesota Educators Association, Garrison in “Larry” W. Alpha Delta Kappa, and a found- R o c h e s t e r, Gathje ing member of the Mabel Garden Minn. Larry Club. In 1960 she helped orga- farmed all of his life throughout nize the first Steam Engine Days southeastern Minnesota, New Queens Contest. She enjoyed York and Colorado. In addition volunteering at Green Lea Manor, he was an auctioneer, drove milk sewing, quilting, gardening, bak- truck, was a DHIA tester for 12 years, was a well driller for Rowing and cooking, and children. Clara is survived by a son, Deane eland Well in Chatfield, and was Karli (special friend, Linda Eister- a newspaper carrier for the Rochhold) of Rochester; a daughter, ester Post Bulletin. In his spare Ruth (Thomas Czaplewski) Karli time he enjoyed bowling, mowof Dassel, Minn.; three grandchil- ing grass, hunting and especially dren: Leif (Shestin) Czaplewski spending time with his family. of Brooklyn Park, Minn.; Van- Larry was a member and trustee essa Karli (special friend, Eric at Arendahl Lutheran Church in Rakow) of Stanley, N. Dak.; rural Peterson. and Danica (Jon) Bambenek of He is survived by his wife, Winona, Minn.; two great-grand- Bernice; three children: Bonnie

Antenna • Satellite • Cable Antenna • Satellite • your Cable Monthly “IN FOCUS” Program Guide with $35 Annual Membership at

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

(Denny Jr.) Brand of Rushford, Minn.; Lory Gathje of St. Charles, Minn.; and Bill Gathje of Peterson, Minn.; four grandchildren: Dustin, Jered, Zach, and Lucas Brand; two brothers: Marvin (Donna) Gathje of Kellogg, Minn., and Donald (Louise) Gathje of Rochester, Minn.; and by a sisterin-law, Norma Gathje. Larry was preceded in death by his parents and three nephews: Wayne and Brian Gathje and Bobby Joe Kriehn A funeral service for Larry was held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 14, 2017, at Arendahl Lutheran Church in rural Peterson, with the Reverend Sarah Brown officiating. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, February 13 at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Rushford and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church. Burial took place in the Arendahl Lutheran Cemetery. Leave a memory of Larry and sign his online guestbook at www. hofffuneral.com. A previously organized fund raiser for Larry was held at Arendahl Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 12, 2017. Arladene June Finley Arladene June Finley, 81, of Rochester, Minn., formerly of Chatfield, died Monday, February 13, at St. Marys Emergency Room in Rochester. Arladene was born on June 10, 1935 in Chatfield to Russell and Alice (Flury) Winans. Arladene worked as a cook in nursing homes. She enjoyed time reading, watching the 700 Club, and loved cooking and baking. She was married to Clayton Finley on March 6, 1954 in Chatfield, Minn. Clayton passed away Dec. 7, 1987. Arladene is lovingly remem-

bered by one son, Terrence Finley of Riverton, Wyo.; two daughters, Chrystal (Ken) Larson of Owatonna and Kelleen Finley-Knudson of Rochester, Minn.; nine grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and one sister, Virginia Julian of Oronoco, Minn. Arladene is preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, David; five brothers and three sisters. A funeral service took place 11 a.m. on Friday, February 17 at the Pioneer Presbyterian Church in Chatfield, with Pastor Timothy J. Gerarden. The visitation was held one hour prior to the service, at 10 a.m., also at the Pioneer Presbyterian Church in Chatfield. Riley Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements. Please share condolences with the family at rileyfuneralhomes. com.

ton, Minn., to Arnold and Viola (Dahl) Marzolf. She attended Preston Schools and was united in marriage to William Robert “Billy” Trende on February 6, 1947 at St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Big Springs. Ramona was a homemaker and also worked as a cook at the Victory Café in Preston, Minn. She enjoyed baking and was known for her cinnamon rolls, graham pies, canned peaches, apples and ground cherries. She liked listening to music and reading and also enjoyed sewing and embroidery and was able to make quilts for all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ramona was a member of St Paul’s Lutheran in Big Springs until it closed, where she was active in the circle and ladies aid. She is survived by her children: Becky (Jim) Lomen of Waukon, Iowa, and their children Denise Ramona Trende (Mark) Herman, Dawn Schulte Ramona Trende, age 87, of and Hollee (Mike) McCorPreston, Minn., died February mick; Larry (Linda) Trende of 11, 2017 at Green Lea Manor in Cresco, Iowa, and their chilMabel, Minn. dren Larry (Diane) Trende and Funeral service was held at 1 Robert Trende, Mike (Cyrilla) p.m. on Tuesday, February 14, Trende of Preston, Minn.; Bon2017 at St. Matthew’s Lutheran nie (Bill) Carman of Green Bay, Church in Granger, Minn. Burial Wis., and their children Karri took place in (Curtis) Wykle and Bobby (TifBig Springs fany) Carman; Sue (David) GilCemetery bertson of Hayfield, Minn., and rural Hartheir children Dennis, Caleb, mony, Minn. and Sara Gilbertson; and grandV isitation son Paul Trende. Fifteen greatwas be held grandchildren, a sister, Elaine from 5-8 Hellickson of Preston, Minn.; p.m. Monand many nieces and nephews Ramona day, Februalso survive. Trende ary 13, 2017, She was preceded in death by at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home her parents, her husband in 1984, (formerly Thauwald Funeral son David in 2013, daughter Home) Preston, Minn., and will Marilyn in 1992, and a brother, continue for an hour prior to the Bruce Marzolf. service at the church. Online condolences may be Ramona Viola Marzolf was left at www.hindthudekfuneralborn January 12, 1930 in Pres- homes.com.

CROP INSURANCE EXPERTISE Call before March 15.

Ken Graner Lanesboro & Rushford (507) 467-2083

Laryssa Hanson Lanesboro (507) 467-2082

Jim Allen St. Charles (507) 932-6760

Tim Gossman St. Charles (507) 932-6764

Blake Koebke St. Charles (507) 932-6763

Sandra Pasche St. Charles (507) 932-6793

KSMQ.Org Monthly “IN FOCUS” Program Guide with or your507-481-2098 $35 Annual Membership at KSMQ.Org or 507-481-2098

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

(507) 867-3148

Wykoff United Methodist Church.…….......………Sundays - 8 :30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 202-2275

If you are interested in listing your church, contact the Fillmore County Journal at news@fillmorecountyjournal.com.

Insurance provided through QBE NAU Country Insurance Company, an equal opportunity provider. Insurance Products: • Are NOT FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Carry NO Financial Institution Guarantee • Are NOT Insured By Any Government Agency • Are NOT Bank Deposits

Chatfield

Gopher News

February 2017

Thank you to Tom Vinson for coming in to discuss his upcoming expedition to search for Amelia Earhart's plane. Awesome resource!

Three seniors (Luke Dietz, McKenzie Meeker, Spencer Mandt) and two juniors (Mikaela Kohlmeyer, Hunter Hobbs) attended the biannual Mayo Clinic Celebration of Research. This year’s theme was “Faster Higher Stronger: Science and Human Performance.” Thank you Mrs. Gathje for giving our kids such an awesome experience!

Ryan Priebe spoke to the students about Chatfield's water supply and treatment plant. Congratulations to the following Speech students who placed at the Kasson-Mantorville Meet on February 4th!

Humorous

Storytelling

Mary Burshem, Honorable Mention Seth Boettcher, 6th place

Madi Barnhart, 6th place

Creative Expression Zach Clement, 4th place Lauren Mueller, 3rd place Jessica Solie, Honorable Mention

Poetry Nick Fryer, 6th place Maria Lawson, 7th place

Prose Skyla Brewer, 5th place Rayna Lawson, 2nd place

This page is sponsored by:

For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.chatfield.k12.mn.us

We’ll Paint… …Just About deanna larrabee insurance agent

Office: 507.867.3188 fax: 775.429.4703 dlarrabee@essigagency.cOm

121 main st s chatfield, mn 55923

Anything

GP Truck Painting Gary Pagel

867-4299 • Chatfield

F&M CoMMunity Bank

“We Make Banking Easy!”

229 Main Street N., Chatfield, MN 507-867-1605 ATM Available 24/7!

Your Community Bank for Generations

www.rrsbchatfield.com 18 SE 3rd St. Chatfield, MN 1-507-867-4120 1-888-766-8748

Page 8

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

BODYCAM

Continued from Page 1

for court preparation, provide a record, and de-escalate situations where there is a citizen confrontation. There are some disadvantages including privacy concerns for both the officer and the public, possible law enforcement union concerns, the upfront cost, and ongoing operational costs. Commissioner Duane Bakke asked if Kaase felt there should be some changes to the state statute. Kaase said in the case of a “critical incident”, an officer is not allowed to review the recording before he or she is interviewed by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. These kinds of things are still being discussed. Kaase described a hypothetical situation where an officer has responded to a violent domestic call and hasn’t called in or answered a call. In a case like this

Monday, February 20, 2017

the BodyCam can be activated remotely to see what the situation is. By consensus the board agreed to move forward with the development of a policy for portable (body worn) audio/video recording systems. The draft policy will next be sent to county attorney Brett Corson. The agenda was amended to consider the purchase of a van to transport prisoners. Funds are in the 2017 budget to replace the old transport van which will be sold at auction. Two bids, both for a used 2016 Grand Caravan van, were considered. The board approved the slightly higher $20,200 bid for the lower mileage van (5,000 miles). 2017 Employee recognition Employees were recognized that have been with the county for 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years. Sheila Buenger/Assessor’s office and Debra Ristau/Social Services have served 25 years. Debbi-

Township AnnuAl Meeting & election notices

lyn Lopez/Public Health, James Fenske/Sheriff Department, and Philip Whitacre/Sheriff Department have served 20 years. Terry Schultz, building maintenance supervisor, received the Safety Award. Other business in brief The purchase of a 2017 Mack plow truck from Nuss Truck and Equipment for $117,988 was approved. With the trade-in of a 2002 Sterling valued at $22,000, the actual cost to the county will be $95,988. Approval was given for the purchase and installation of snow equipment (box, 2-way plow, and 10-foot wing) from Universal Truck Equipment at a cost of $104,289. The new truck and equipment should be available by the first snow in the fall of 2017. • Approval was given as recommended by county engineer Ron Gregg to reduce the construction contract retainage for the CASH 1 project in Spring

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. Valley and Sumner Townships to 2.5% ($80,185). The contracted work by Griffin Construction Company is essentially complete. Gregg explained that some grass still needs to be seeded along with some ditch finish work. • Gregg announced that road restrictions will be effective this Friday, February 17. • Robert Coe, board chair of Southeastern Minnesota Historic Bluff Country, Inc., requested per capita funding from Fillmore County to be used to represent unincorporated towns and township areas. The funds are to be used to market county businesses and services to visitors and residents. Historic Bluff Country represents all of the area along the Highway 16 Scenic Byway from Dexter on the west to La Crescent on the east, then to Interstate 90 on the north and Minnesota state line on the south. His official request made last August is $3,737.50.

He said Houston County provides per capita funding and Mower County provides a small amount of funds. The rest of the budget comes from cities. No action was taken this day by the board. Donna Rasmussen, SWCD, presented three financial reports for the board’s approval. The reports were for three grants which had been spent down. The 2015 and 2016 Local Water Management Grants were 100% spent and the reports were approved. The 2015 Wetland Conservation Act Grant was 96% spent and the report was approved. The balance unspent will be sent back to BWSR. The reports will be signed by board chair Randy Dahl. A revised Cell Phone Stipend policy was presented by Kristina Kohn. The policy which sets two tiers ($15 or $40 per month) for employees that qualify for a stipend was approved.

Notice of AMherst towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

Notice of AreNdAhl towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

The citizens of Amherst Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting and election will be held in the Amherst Town Hall on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

The citizens of Arendahl Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Arendahl Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will be open 5:00-8:00 pm. Business meeting will be at 8:15 pm. Kelly Eide • Clerk, Amherst Township

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00-8:00 pm. Business meeting will begin at 8:15 pm. Keith Brown • Clerk, Arendahl Township

Notice of Bristol towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

Notice of cANtoN towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

Notice of cAriMoNA towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

The citizens of Bristol Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Bristol Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

The citizens of Canton Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Canton Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

The citizens of Carimona Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Preston City Council room on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Business meeting will be at 8:10 pm. Polls will open 5:00 - 8.:00 pm. Eunice Biel • Clerk, Bristol Township

General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted & begin at 1:30 pm. Polls will open after meeting until 8:00 pm.

Fay Garness • Clerk, Canton Township

Linda Marzolf • Clerk, Carimona Township

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term.

Notice of cArroltoN towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

Notice of fillMore towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

Notice of forestVille towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

The citizens of Carrolton Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Carrolton Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

The citizens of Fillmore Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Fillmore Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

The citizens of Forestville Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Forestville Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Clerk, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will begin at 8:05 pm.

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will be 4:00 - 4:45 pm.

Luanne Storelee • Clerk, Carrolton Township

Notice of fouNtAiN towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN The citizens of Fountain Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Fountain Fire Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect: One Supervisor, 3 year term.

Bonnie Heidtke • Clerk, Fillmore Township

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Supervisor, 2 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Business meeting will begin at 8:15 pm. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. The Board of Canvass will meet after the Annual Meeting to certify the official election results.

Lori Winter • Clerk, Forestville Township

Notice of hArMoNy towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN The citizens of Harmony Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Harmony Township Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect: One Supervisor, for a term of 3 years. One Treasurer, for a term of 2 years.

General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will begin at approximately 8:15 pm.

Annual meeting to begin at 4:30 pm. Polls will open at 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.

Daniel L. Graskamp • Clerk, Fountain Township

Kathy Whalen • Clerk, Harmony Township

Notice of holt towNship ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN The citizens of Holt Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Sons of Norway Hall in Lanesboro on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect: One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will be open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will begin after polls close at 8:00 pm. Chris Gudmundson • Clerk, Holt Township

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

AMBULANCE

Continued from Page 1

whereby they are simply expected to “get the job done.” The council voted unanimously to hire the three as proposed, effective March 1. This proposal included adding $2.50 per hour to the call pay for ambulance crew during the “daytime” hours of 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. The council also considered Resolution 2017-10, Resolution in Support of Southeast Minnesota Regional Economic Development Study. Zimmer explained that, “This is just showing that you support that study.” The resolution states, in part, “The Spring Valley City Council asks the Minnesota State Legislature to fund the Southeast Minnesota Economic Study.” The council voted unanimously to approve the resolution as submitted. The next regular meeting of the city council will be Monday, February 27 at 6 p.m.

Monday, February 20, 2017

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Harmony EDA presents annual report By Hannah Wingert Harmony EDA Coordinator Chris Giesen presented the 2016 annual report to the Harmony City Council at their regular meeting on February 14, 2017. “We were pretty active last year,” he noted. “We had some fun projects we worked on.” Giesen informed the council that the DNR upgraded the classification of the state bike trail extension, which means that the project will be lead by the DNR. He hoped that the new classification will push the project along. The EDA plans to continue to pursue the possibility of acquiring a dentist’s office in Harmony. As last year’s joint meeting between the Harmony EDA, city council, and Fillmore Central School Board was so well received, another is planned for February 28 at 6 p.m. The atmosphere will

be relaxed with casual discussion about ways for each group to help support each other and partner together on projects. Over the last year, the EDA has granted five revolving loans to assist four new businesses and one existing business. The total amount of the loans came to $109,310.47. “We hit the one million dollar mark, which is a big milestone, especially for a town of this size,” Giesen pointed out. The council thanked Giesen for his report and all of the hard work he does for the EDA. “Chris does an excellent job,” said Council Member Debbie Swenson. “We’re very lucky to have him.” The furnace and air conditioner at the Harmony Public Library need to be replaced. City Administrator Jerome Illg presented two bids for the project. The council

accepted a bid for the amount of $18,511.32 from Kingsley Mercantile. Author Doug Ohman will be at the Harmony Public Library on February 21 at 7 p.m. to talk about his book, Heart of the Farm. The Harmony Library Board is reviewing options for replacing the library’s desktop computers some-

Pet of the Week

Township AnnuAl Meeting & election notices Notice of JordAN towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

Notice of MoNey creek towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

The citizens of Jordan Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in John Hoffman’s Shop on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

To the voters of Money Creek Township: Notice is hereby given that the Annual Town Meeting and Election of Officers will be held in the town of Money Creek, Houston County, Minnesota on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 for the purpose of electing candidates. In the case of inclement weather, the alternate date for the Annual Town Meeting & Election will be Tuesday, March 21, 2017. One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. The Annual Town Meeting will take place at 2:00 p.m.. Polls will be open from 3:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Money Creek Town Hall, 1937 Money Creek Rd., Houston, MN. The Board of Canvass will meet the following day (Wednesday, March 15, 2017) at 6:00 p.m. to certify the election results. Adam Florin • Clerk, Money Creek Township

One Supervisor, 3 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will follow election immediately afterwards. The annual meeting will be held at John Hoffman’s shop at 16598 120th St. SE, Chatfield, MN 55923. Danielle Hoffman• Clerk, Jordan Township

Notice of NorwAy towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN The citizens of Norway Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Norway Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect: One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Business meeting will begin at 8:15 pm. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Walter Laumb • Clerk, Norway Township

Notice of Pilot MouNd towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN The citizens of Pilot Mound Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Pilot Mound Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 15, 2017) to elect: One Supervisor, for a term of 3 years. One Treasurer for a term of 2 years. General business will be conducted. Annual meeting will begin at approximately 8:20 pm. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. William Sullivan • Clerk, Pilot Mound Township

Notice of PrestoN towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

Notice of suMNer towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN

The citizens of Preston Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Preston Emergency Services Building on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect:

The citizens of Sumner Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting and election will be held in the Sumner Town Hall on Tuesday, March 14, 2017. (In case of inclement weather the annual meeting and election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect: One Supervisor, for a term of 3 years One Treasurer, for a term of 2 years

One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will be 3:00 pm. Curt Bisek • Clerk, Preston Township

Election poll hours are from 5 - 8 p.m. The annual meeting will commence after election ballots are counted. Marianne Hockema • Clerk, Sumner Township

Page 9

time in the near future. The current desktops are around six years old. Chromebooks and monitors were priced at $300 apiece as one of the choices available. Engineer Brett Grabau from Stantec presented the finalized designs for the 2017 street and utility project to the council and asked permission to advertise for bids. The council approved the request. The next meeting will be held on March 14 at 7 p.m.

Domestic shorthair/mix Cat • Male • Large • Adult

I’m a good-looking nine-year-old orange tabby boy who came to the shelter with my mama Sadie, my sister Sassy, and my brother Tiger. The three of us kids lived with Mama and our owner since we were born. Our owner just went to a nursing home, so her daughter brought us to the shelter. Tiger and I don’t want to be split up, and our owner requested that we be adopted together. Sure, we have our cat spats like brothers do, but we mostly get along. We love hanging out together. Our owner even kept us kenneled at night because we were night owls and sort of partied and kept her awake. A room of our own might be just the ticket! I am a lovable rascal, however, and I love to be loved! I am an affectionate dude, and I can’t wait for Tiger and I to be your boys. I am neutered and up-to-date on my vaccinations.

Adoption fee $50

Simon

For more information on adopting Simon, visit our website: www.pawsandclaws.org Paws and Claws Humane soCiety 3224 19th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901 (507) 288-7226 • info@pawsandclaws.org

Notice of houstoN towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN Notice is hereby given to the qualified voter(s) of Houston Township, County of Houston, State of Minnesota, that the Annual Town Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2017. In case of inclement weather, the metting and election may be postponed until Tuesday, March 21, 2017. One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. The Election Poll will be open from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Annual meeting will commence at 8:15 pm to conduct all necessary business as pescribed by law. The Board of Canvass will also meet on March 14, 2017 following the Annual Meeting to certify the offical election results. The Annual Election and Meeting will be held at the Houston Town Hall, 601 E. Cedar Street, Houston Minnesota. Christine K. Rischette • Clerk, Houston Township

Notice of Newburg towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN The citizens of Newburg Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Newburg Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect: One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will follow election immediately afterwards. Genette Halverson • Clerk, Newburg Township

Notice of Preble towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN The citizens of Preble Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Preble Town Hall on Tuesday, the 14th day of March 2017 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 21, 2017) to elect: One Supervisor, 3 year term. One Treasurer, 2 year term. General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will begin approximately 8:15 pm. Kari Sand • Clerk, Preble Township

Notice of yucAtAN towNshiP ANNuAl MeetiNg & electioN Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Yucatan Township, County of Houston, State of Minnesota, that the Annual Town Meeting and the Annual Election will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2017. In case of inclement weather, the meeting and election may be postponed until the third Tuesday, March 21, 2017. The Annual Meeting will commence at 1:00 pm and conclude no later than 2:30 pm, to conduct all necessary business prescribed by law. The Election Poll hours will be from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm at which time the voters will elect: One Supervisor, 3 year term One Treasurer, 2 year term The annual meeting and election will be held at the Yucatan Town Hall. The board of Canvass will meet on March, 14, 2017, (following the election) to certify the official election results. Deborah Dewey • Clerk, Yucatan Township

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Page 10

Monday, February 20, 2017

Mabel resident asks city to enforce noise ordinance By Hannah Wingert Mabel resident Lois Suckow attended the February 15 Mabel City Council meeting to address the enforcement of the city’s noise nuisance ordinance. Suckow first visited the council about six months ago to ask them to deal with the issue of the high noise levels coming from the American Legion and the On/Off Sale Bar. She reported that she was unable to sleep at night due to the noise. After hearing Suckow’s complaints, Mayor Westby visited the owners of the American Legion and the On/Off Sale Bar and both agreed to keep the noise to a minimum, especially after 10 p.m. “I appreciate the mayor’s efforts, but it has failed to achieve results,” Suckow stated. “I have had to call the police nine times regarding the constant levels of noise. I want you to know that making those calls is not easy for me to do.” Suckow brought along copies of the police reports, which she showed to the council. Suckow said that she had been told by a sheriff’s deputy that it would be best to get the city council involved in the issue. “I am therefore requesting as a council that you intercede and enforce your ordinance, and that you keep me informed of your progress,” she said.

Suckow also asked that both businesses pick up the trash from their patrons that ends up in the yard of her apartment building. She complained that she and other residents of the building frequently have to clean up crushed beer cans and broken glass bottles on their walkway and yard. “You have a problem,” Suckow stated. “I don’t want to cause trouble. The businesses need to be in town but you also have an obligation to the residents.” “You need to file a complaint and take it to court,” Mayor Westby advised. “We have taken all kinds of steps to cut down on the noise, but we can’t control what people do outside of the bars.” He also pointed out that littering of beer cans and broken glass is a problem all over and not just in front of Suckow’s apartment. “It would be decent for the businesses to clean up the trash the next morning,” Suckow said, to which Council Member Liz Torgerson replied that they didn’t have to if the litter was not on their properties. “Are they supposed to clean up the whole town?” Torgerson asked. “It’s the patrons’ fault, not the bar owners.” City Administrator Karen Larson pointed out that the city hires police officers to enforce

ordinances. “It’s not our job. It’s theirs,” she said. “They need to handle it.” Mayor Westby urged Suckow to file complaints and charges to deal with the problem, noting that if enough complaints are filed, the city would be forced to pull the businesses’ liquor licenses. Suckow thanked the council for their advice. “I didn’t know that I should be filing charges,” she said. The council wished her their best in finding a resolution for the noise issue. Five bids were received for the Allis Chalmers tractor that the city is selling. The council accepted a high bid of $4,756 from Gary Gunderson. City Works Maintenance Director Bob Miereau reported that after inspections, 24 sump pumps in the City of Mabel were found in violation of city ordinances. Letters will be sent out to property owners to inform them that they need to fix their sump pumps so they are up to code. The council approved the tree program again this year. The deadline for orders will be April 1 and five different species of trees will be offered. Mabel’s annual cleanup day will be held from 8 a.m. to noon on May 13. Mayor Westby plans to conduct property inspections several weeks before the clean up day. “That will give people a chance to get rid of their junk,” he noted. The city received a request to forgive a utility bill after a pipe

Whalan Council discusses council retreat By Barb Jeffers The Whalan City Council met on February 13, 2017 at 5 p.m. in the city hall. Present were Mayor Tuftin and council members Kim Berekvam, Everett Johnson and Wyatt Berekvam, along with City Clerk Lolly Melander. Council Member Owen Lewis was absent. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the meeting was called to order at 5 p.m. The city council discussed holding a council retreat. The retreat would be an activity the Whalan city council has not experienced in the past. Mayor Tuftin discussed having a council retreat for the purpose of the council members getting to know each other as there is a new mayor and three new council members, but also to go over the budget to learn how it is prepared, set priorities, and discuss other issues. The matter will be discussed further at the March 2017 meeting.

nd a f Ne e d t o s e C ome t o t

a x?

ffic e ! Jo u r n a l o

r page x ..........50¢ pe In com in g Fa page pe ...... $1.00 r Ou tg oi ng Fa x

136 St. Anthony Street, Preston P 507.765.2151 • F 507.765.2468

Minutes Minutes from the January 9, 2017 regular meeting were read by Melander. Motion by Johnson, second by W. Berekvam, to accept the minutes as read with no additions or corrections. Motion carried. Treasurer’s Report The Treasurer’s Report and Bills Due were read by Melander. Motion by K. Berekvam, second by W. Berekvam, to accept the Treasurer’s Report and Bills Due. Motion carried. Visitor’s comments There were no visitor comments at the February meeting of the Whalan City Council. Old Business The Annual Rural Fire Department Meeting will be held on February 13 at 7 p.m. Mayor Tuftin and council member Johnson planned to attend. The repair on the town hall roof was discussed. Mayor Tuftin stated “we kind of have to budget for it so we will be talking about the roof more in the future,” and the matter was tabled. New Business Zoning Committee Review Board was discussed. If any resident is interested in being on the Zoning Review Board they may contact Mayor Tuftin. The next Zoning Board meeting will be held immediately following the council meeting on March 13, 2017. The council discussed the

opportunity for Whalan to place an ad in the Visit Bluff Country Magazine. Jane Lewis has gotten up to date information on Whalan businesses and asked the owners if they would like to promote their businesses in the ad, to which she has received a positive response. Council Member K. Berekvam stated, “It shows we are supporting our businesses in town” to advertise in the Visit Bluff Country Magazine. Having the ad in the visitor’s guide would “showcase the local businesses” in Whalan, stated W. Berekvam. Motion by Johnson, second by W. Berekvam, to place an ad in the Visit Bluff Country Magazine. Motion carried. The council will take a walking tour of the city before the March 13, 2017 council meeting to look at the streets, ballpark and other areas for any maintenance issues. The walking tour will take place at 4 p.m. An AED demonstration will take place during this year’s Stand Still Parade. Melander will be in charge of the demonstration. “We want people to just be comfortable” using the AED, stated Melander. Motion by W. Berekvam, second by K. Berekvam, to adjourn. Motion carried. The next regularly scheduled Whalan City Council meeting will be held on Monday, March 13, 2017 at 5 p.m.

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. broke in a house that was sitting empty. The owner of the home is in a nursing home, and his son was notified of the break after the city noticed a sudden jump in water and sewer usage. “The city had no negligence and no obligation in the matter,” Larson said, pointing out that the city has never forgiven a utility

bill before. “It’s like asking every resident in town to pay your water bill,” Council Member Gary Morken noted. The request was denied. Due to a scheduling conflict, the next Mabel City Council meeting will be held on March 15 instead of the 8th.

Tax Preparation Guide

April 18 Professional tax preparation & consultation and other general legal services Richard Nethercut and Greg Schieber

/&5)&3$65 t 4$)*&#&3 t "5503/&:4 1 " 32 MAIN AVENUE NORTH | PO BOX 657 |HARMONY, MINNESOTA 55939

507.886.6131 | greg@ranlaw.net | www.NethercutLaw.com

VICKIE’S ACCOUNTING SERVICE Professional Tax Preparation Individuals, Businesses, Farms Accounting • Bookkeeping • Payrolls Vickie Frauenkron 5011 State 76, Houston, MN 507-896-3332 • Toll Free 877-324-8132

E A Engelson & Associates, Ltd.

Certified Public Accountants

TAX P RE PARATION & ACCOUNTING S ERVICE S 310 South Mill Street Mall Rushford Phone (507) 864-1040

Teri Klaehn CPA,

LLC Tax, Payroll and Accounting Services

Quickbooks ProAdvisor

Now accepting new clients! 125 St. Paul St. SW, Preston, MN 55965 507-765-3696 - Teri@tklaehncpa.com Houston, MN 109 South Grant St. 507-896-3105 Caledonia, MN 423 Vista Drive 507-725-3801 Spring Valley, MN 132 N. Broadway 507-346-7205

MAJOR & COMPANY TAX PREPARATION, ACCOUNTING, PAYROLL SERVICES & ELECTRONIC FILING Preston • 507-765-4444 info@majortax.com

RON SCHREIER, EA

TIM MCLAUGHLIN, EA

Batstone CPA, LLC Certified Public Accountants

Tax Preparation, Accounting, Payroll, Financial Statement Review & Compilation

Andrew Batstone, CPA

Oﬃce in Harmony and available by appointment in Lanesboro 15 Center St. E, Harmony, MN • 507-886-2272 • andyb@batstonecpa.com If your business would like to be in the Tax Preparation Guide please call us at 507.765.2151

FFA

week Proud to serve and salute our Future Farmers!

Chatfield

Chatfield ffa Chapter

Row one (L to R): Alex Coe, Andrew Gathje, Jenny Shafer, Maggie Lowrey, Alli Hanson, Abby Hopp, Jessica Fenske, Bennett Gathje, Kyle VanDeWalker Row two (L to R): Shayleigh Johnson, Kayla Mabe, Kallie Kohlmeyer, Kamrynn Kullot, Paige Isensee Row three (L to R): Jerico Drogemuller, Ashlee Maker, Megan Hopp, Macey House Row four (L to R): Jessica Solie, Morgan Zwart, Alissa Heide, Cody Guenther, Amya Biers, Alaina Ingvalson-Olson, Chase Ketterhagen, Dillon Nolan Row five (L to R): Nikki Minter, Payton Guenther, Brandon Stephas, Grant Griffin, Isaac Rain, Riley Mulhern, Adrianna Crawford Row six (L to R): Dakota York, Jacob Stephas, Marshall Welch, Alanna Goetzinger, Shelby Isensee, Kaci Goldsmith Row seven (L to R): Alex Pagel, Hunter Hobbs, Jacob Stephas, Patrick Drogemuller Row eight (L to R): Anja Claussen, Karlie Deyo, Devyn Deyo, Logan Claussen, Tucker McCurdy Not pictured: Sarah Hopp, Hannah Grebin, Kaylee Maker, Beatrice Martin, Maddie Wright, Avianna Ruskell, Jaden Danninger, Erin Spelhaug, Logan Johnson, Aaron Lowrey, Mitchell Stailey, Abbie Siewert, Ben Rudlong, Carissa Campbell, Jared Baker, Devann Harris, Samuel Stevens, Elma Erding

Front Row – l to r – Alex Coe, Andrew Gathje, Jenny Shafer, Maggie Lowrey, Alli Hanson, Abby Hopp, Jessica Fenske, Bennett Gathje, Kyle VanDeWalker 2nd Row – Shayleigh Johnson, Kayla Mabe, Kallie Kohlmeyer, Kamrynn Kullot, Paige Isensee rd 3Chatfield Row – Jerico Drogemuller, Ashlee Maker, Megan Hopp, Macey House offiCers

Front row: Alex Coe-President th Row row: BennettAlissa Gathje-vice President, Kyle VanDeWalker-Sentinel, Alissa Heidi-Historian, Maggie 4Back – Payton JessicaGuenther-Treasurer, Solie, Morgan Zwart, Heide, Cody Guenther, Amya Biers, Alaina Ingvalson-Olson, Lowrey-Secretary, Isaac Rain-Parliamentarian, Kaci Goldsmith-Alumni Rep, Morgan Zwart-Reporter, Nikki Minter-Student Advisor

Chase Ketterhagen, Dillon Nolan

5th Row – Nikki Minter, Payton Guenther, Brandon Stephas, Grant Griffin, Isaac Rain, Riley Mulhern, Adrianna Crawford 6th Row – Dakota York, Jacob Stephas, Marshall Welch, Alanna Goetzinger, Shelby Isensee, Kaci Goldsmith 7th Row – Alex Pagel, Hunter Hobbs, Jacob Stephas, Patrick Drogemuller Chatfield fish and Wildlife

Chatfield Meats teaM

Chatfield poultry

Ashlee Maker, Shelby Isensee, Jacob Cody Guenther, Bennett Gathje, Kaci Chase Ketterhagen, Alex Coe, Payton Stephas, VanDeWalker, Hunter Hobbs 8th Row Kyle – Anja Claussen, Karlie Deyo,Guenther, Devyn Deyo, Logan Claussen, Tucker McCurdy Goldsmith, Alanna Goetzinger Nikki Minter

e se Hopp, B usi n e ss es a r e Kaylee pr o u d t o su p p o rt area ffa t eaM s! Not Picturedt–hSarah Hannah Grebin, Maker, Beatrice Martin, Maddie Wright, Fillmore County Journal Logan Johnson, Bill Funk Trucking Scheevel & Sons Threads Custom Apparel Avianna Ruskell, Jaden Danninger, Erin Spelhaug, Aaron Lowrey, Mitchell Stailey, Abbie 765-2151 • Preston, MN 867-3286 • Chatfield, MN 765-4756 • Preston, MN 867-0111 • Chatfield, MN Siewert, Rudlong, CarissaGood Campbell, Jared Baker, Devann Harris, Samuel Stevens, Elma Erding ChatfieldBen Body Shop Samaritan Society State Representative Torgerson – Ostby 867-3063 • Chatfield, MN

Chosen Valley Veterinary Clinic 867-3610 • Chatfield, MN CHS 867-4311 • Chatfield, MN F & M Community Bank Member FDIC 867-1605 • Chatfield, MN 765-3823 • Preston, MN

Kelly Printing & Signs 765-9805 • Preston, MN

Gregory M. Davids District 28B Paid for by People for Davids Committee of Preston, MN 951-3893 • Preston, MN

POET Biorefining 765-4548 • Preston, MN

Steve’s Auto 867-1448 • Chatfield, MN

William Hanson Waste Removal & Recycling 867-3527 or 259-7124 Chatfield, MN

Root River State Bank Member FDIC 867-4120 • Chatfield, MN

Sunshine Foods 867-4272 • Chatfield, MN

Wit Boyz Inc. 867-2957 • Chatfield, MN

765-2700 • Preston, MN

Floor Coverings & Stone 886-4257 • Harmony, MN

FFA

week Proud to serve and salute our Future Farmers!

Fillmore Central

Fillmore Central FFa Chapter

Row one (L to R): Hunter Aggen, Kayla Biel, Steph McElmury, Rianna Ryan, Kenzie Broadwater, Alex Love, Morgan Wingert, Kelsey Biel Row two (L to R): Will Nolan, Bronson Hahn, Dustin Daniels, Cody Ristau, Eve Grabau, Advisor- Mr. Lapham Row three (L to R): Connor Dols, Ryli Tostenson, Brady Ristau, Klayton Miner, Dilynn Ristau, Justin Ristau Row four (L to R): Luke Ristau, Devan Schmidt, Gavin Lobland, Alex Miner, Tyler Raaen, Cory Brown, Coltin Wingert, Emily Fishbaugher, Kendyl Bennett Row five (L to R): Makaila Eickhoff, Julia Haugerud, Nati Vande Zande, Kassidy Broadwater, Kira Nelson, Kandace Sikkink, Krista Jorgenson, Taylor Willford, Paige Bennett Row six (L to R): Charity Daniels, Courtney Nelson, Taryn Raaen, Jeremy O’Connor, Theodore Parker, Nick Marzolf, Brogan Hahn, Brooke Norby, Connie Blaney Row seven (L to R): Devin Whitacre, Drew Tienter, Daysha Erickson, Dominic Merkel, Maverick Bushman, Maddie Smith, Kayla Vande Zande, Garrett Aggen

Fillmore Central oFFiCers

Row one (L to R): Steph McElmury-Reporter, Kenzie Broadwater-President Row two (L to R): Morgan Wingert-Assistant Officer, Alex Love-Vice President Row three (L to R): Kelsey Biel-Assistant Officer, Rianna Ryan-Secretary Row four (L to R): Hunter Aggen-Sentinel, Kayla Biel-Treasurer Row five: Mr. Lapham-Advisor

t h e se B usi n e ss es a r e pr o u d t o su p p o rt area FFa t eams! Al Larson & Sons Plumbing & Heating 765-2405 • Preston, MN Bauer Built 765-9871 • Preston, MN Bluff Country Computer Works 886-9675 • Harmony, MN Branding Iron 765-3388 • Preston, MN Crop Production Services 886-4222 • Harmony, MN F & M Community Bank 867-1605 • Chatfield, MN 765-3823 • Preston, MN Fillmore Central School Disttrict 765-3809 • Preston, MN 886-6464• Harmony, MN Fillmore County Journal 765-2151 • Preston, MN First State Bank of Fountain Member FDIC 268-4321 • Fountain, MN

First Southeast Bank Member FDIC 743-2204 • Canton, MN 886-6922 • Harmony, MN Gehling Implement & Auction 765-2131 • Preston, MN Good Samaritan Society 765-2700 • Preston, MN Haakenson Electric 251-5535 • Preston, MN

Kelly Printing & Signs 765-9805 • Preston, MN

Preston Equipment 765-3803 • Preston, MN

Kingsley Mercantile 886-2323 • Harmony, MN

Preston Foods 765-2465 • Preston, MN

Major & Company Accounting and Tax 765-4444 • Preston, MN

Preston Service Plus 765-3846 • Preston, MN

McCabe Repairs 765-2404 • Preston, MN

Ristau Farm Service 765-3873 • Preston, MN

Hahn Lumber Co Inc. 886-2232 • Harmony, MN

Morem Electric Inc. 886-4541 • Harmony, MN

S&A Petroleum - Martin Oil Preston Motor Mart bp 765-3330 • Preston, MN

Hammell Equipment Inc. 886-2255 • Harmony, MN

Nethercut Schieber Attorneys 886-6131 • Harmony, MN

Scheevel & Sons 765-4756 • Preston, MN

Harmony Agri Services, Inc. 886-6062 • Harmony, MN

Oak Meadow Meats 886-6328 • Harmony, MN

Harmony Foods 886-2225 • Harmony, MN

Ody’s Country Meats & Catering 346-2579 • Spring Valley, MN

State Representative Gregory M. Davids District 28B Paid for by People for Davids Committee of Preston, MN 951-3893 • Preston, MN

Harmony Telephone Co. 886-2525 • Harmony, MN

POET Biorefining 765-4548 • Preston, MN

Harmony Veterinary Clinic 886-6321 • Harmony, MN

Preston Dairy & Farm 743-2250 • Canton, MN 765-2484 • Preston, MN

K&R Equipment 268-4425 • Fountain, MN

Torgerson’s Auto Sales & Auto Care 886-2430 • Harmony, MN Wyffels Hybrids Steve Redalen 450-2291 • Russhford, MN

FFA

week Proud to serve and salute our Future Farmers!

Houston/Caledonia

Houston/Caledonia FFa CHapter

Row One (L to R): Ava Hoscheit, Madison Bechtel, Sydney Hendel, Taryn Meyer, Trent King and Owen Blocker 2nd row FFA Advisor Mr. Harguth, Brooke Stemper, Jenna Banse, Kiley Meyer, Maria Miller, Rebeckah Schroeder, Ashley Ideker, Vanessa Meiners, Jenna Scanlan, Nathan Hagerott, Will Barnes and Ethan Kumpf Row two (L to R): Heidi Bolduan, Dylan Beneke, Austin Werner, Andrew Vickermann, Ryan Wagner, Jed Kasten, Noah Jennings and Adam Hoscheit. Members missing: Isabel Allen, Carson Bullerman, Mick Bullerman, Stevie Joy Bulman, AJ Hoscheit, Haley Jennings, Michaela Kasten, Madisyn Kohlmeier, Anna Mauss, Cameron Munson, Brandon Robley, Brent Robley, Levi Schmidt, Madison Zehnder Out of School Members: Hannah Bolduan, Lauren Hendel, Kyle Jennings, Josef Pettit, Casey Scanlan and Justin Stemper

tH e se B usi n e ss es a r e pr o u d t o su p p o rt area FFa t eams! Farmers Co-op Elevator Co. 896-3147 • Houston, MN

Good Samaritan Society 765-2700 • Preston, MN

POET Biorefining 765-4548 • Preston, MN

Fillmore County Journal 765-2151 • Preston, MN

Kelly Printing & Signs 765-9805 • Preston, MN

Scheevel & Sons 765-4756 • Preston, MN

Gary’s Pump & Well Service 896-3330 • Houston, MN

Mound Prairie Mutual Insurance Company Farm Mutual Insurance 896-3150 • Houston, MN

Severson Energy Dependable Heat 864-9229 • Rushford, MN 452-4743 • Winona, MN

State Representative Gregory M. Davids District 28B Paid for by People for Davids Committee of Preston, MN 951-3893 • Preston, MN Vickie’s Accounting Service 896-3332 • Houston, MN

rusHFord-peterson

rusHFord-peterson FFa CHapter

Ben Maynard, Kjersta Lind, Ethan Anderson, Grace Luhmann, Jordy Markergaurd-past officer Not Pictured: Hayden Stensgaurd and Shawn Marg

tH e s e B us i n e s s es a r e pr o u d t o su p p o rt area FFa t eams! Brown’s Tire, Battery & Transmission 864-2969 or 864-7049 Rushford, MN Butch Johnson Insurance 864-2800 • Rushford, MN Connaughty Sales Inc. 864-2955 • Rushford, MN Darr Auctions & Realty 864-7952 • Rushford, MN Dennis Overland Insurance Agency Inc. 864-2757 • Rushford, MN

Engelson & Associates, LTD 864-1040 • Rushford, MN Farmers Co-op Elevator Co. 864-7733 • Rushford, MN Fillmore County Journal 765-2151 • Preston, MN Good Samaritan Society 765-2700 • Preston, MN

Merchants Banks N.A. 864-7744 • Rushford, MN 467-2145 • Lanesboro, MN

Rushford Foods 864-2878 • Rushford, MN

Micah Hanson State Farm 864-2884 • Rushford, MN

Rushford Hardware Rental & Garden Center 864-2540 • Rushford, MN

Nordic Lanes/The Creamery 864-7799 or 864-7214 Rushford, MN

Severson Energy Dependable Heat 864-9229 • Rushford, MN 452-4743 • Winona, MN

Hammell Equipment Inc. 864-2845 • Rushford, MN

Pam’s Corner Convenience Store 864-7949 • Rushford, MN

Kelly Printing & Signs 765-9805 • Preston, MN

POET Biorefining 765-4548 • Preston, MN

FFA

week Proud to serve and salute our Future Farmers!

Kingsland

Kingsland FFa chapter

Row One: (L to R): Sydney Eickhoff, Danielle Schultz, Gretchen Corson Row Two: (L to R): Kristal Brogan, Ericka Kolden, Stephanie Miner, Isaac Miller, Erica Earley, Heather Apenhorst, Liz Miller

Kingsland Youth FFa

Row one (L to R): Sydney Eickhoff, Carter Bornholdt, Adeline Lange, Lexi Harwood, Maddie Snitker, Rebecca Hansen, Elise O’Connor, Brooke Kolden, Lexie Hamersma, Hannah Lange, Shelby Beck, Gretchen Corson Row two (L to R): Heather Apenhorst, Caitlin Miner, Ellie Archer, Tessa Fox, Faith Lange, Connor Eickhoff, Tyler Hammand, Audrey Webster, Nick Eickhoff, Esther Miller, Ahnan Schleusner, Andrew Aufenthine Row three (L to R): Stephanie Miner, Erick Kolden, Danielle Schultz, Lydia Voeltz, Hannah McRae, Autumn Schreibvogel, Elizabeth Miller, Bret Musel, James Howard, Reed Jeno, Nick Fetterly , Lucas Allen, Erica Earley Row four (L to R): Thomas Warren, Skyler Mensink, William Jahn, Dakota Hammand, Elijah Miller, Treyton Pokorney, Isaac Miller

Kingsland FFa tour

Nicole Lee, Madison Reiland, Lydia Miller, Caitlin Miner, Skylar Mensink, Dakota Hammond, Tyler Hammond, Elijah Miller, Hunter Lee, Elizabeth Miller, Ericka Kolden, Brianna Hindt

Kingsland girls summer rochester urban ag Row one (L to R): Madison Reiland, Megan Schultz, Gretchen Corson, Nicole Lee, Danielle Schultz, Heather Apenhorst Row two (L to R): Caitlin Miner, Sheyenne Hamilton, and Erica Earley

t h e se bus i n e s s es a r e pr o u d t o su p p o rt area FFa t eams! CHS 867-4311 • Chatfield, MN

Hyland Motors 346-2433 • Spring Valley, MN

Marzolf Implement 346-7227 • Spring Valley, MN

Drinkall Family Forage Enterprises 259-8093 • Spring Valley, MN

Kelly Printing & Signs 765-9805 • Preston, MN

Matt’s Body Shop 346-2161 • Spring Valley, MN

Essig Agency 346-7244 • Spring Valley, MN

Kruegal Gas Service 346-7362 • 800-464-6121 Spring Valley, MN

Good Samaritan Society 765-2700 • Preston, MN

Marburger Insurance 346-7646 • Spring Valley, MN

Ody’s Country Meats 346-2579 • Spring Valley, MN POET Biorefining 765-4548 • Preston, MN Scheevel & Sons 765-4756 • Preston, MN

State Representative Gregory M. Davids District 28B Paid for by People for Davids Committee of Preston, MN 951-3893 • Preston, MN Sunshine Foods 346-2804 • Spring Valley, MN TJ’s Liquor 346-1979 • Spring Valley, MN

FFA

week Proud to serve and salute our Future Farmers!

Lanesboro

Lanesboro FFa Chapter

Row one (L to R): Bailey Ruen-Secretary, Maggie Decker-Membership Secretary, Jared Kelly-Treasurer, Treyten Chiglo-Assistant Officer Row two (L to R): Cassidy Ruud-Reporter, TJ Ruen-Vice President, Leah Ruen-President, Connor Ruen-Assistant Officer, Caroline Mayer-Assistant Officer, Alyssa Gathje-Vice President, Claire Pieper-Assistant Officer, Layton Howerton-Sentinel Row three (L to R): Jaime Rein, Jared Troendle, Kody Bearbower, Brett Wangen, Lexi Melander, Hannah Wolf, Daytona Hovland, Kaylee Peterson, Sophie Pieper Row four (L to R): Emily Snyder, Haley Polin, Andrew Luck, Alida Berg, Brynn Howerton, Nora Rein, Essa Baniissa, Janell Boyum, Josie Semmen Row five (L to R): Hunter Gehrke, Carson Schwichtenberg, Joe Gathje, Jake Gathje, Ben Snyder, Devin Troendle, Brady Stalter, Elliot Burt Row six (L to R): Jackson Mussleman, Shane Sorum, Collin Scott, Pablo Ruen, Alex Reimann, Allison Freese, Ally Kujath, Shannon Goodman, JT Rein Row seven (L to R): Ryan Holmen, Ryan Kelly, Trenten Chiglo, Trevor Ruen, Carson Ruen, Ella Cambern, Brielle Ruen, Malia Tessum, Alysse Gehrke Row eight (L to R): Zachary Torgerson, Harlee Wead, Nolan Anderson, Adam Ruen, Bodie Mayer, Joey Bradley, Caleb Gravos, Seth Betz

Lanesboro region Winter Leadership day

Lanesboro region greenhand Camp

Lanesboro state Convention at U oF m

Lhs-pem middLe sChooL ag ChaLLenge

t h e s e b Us i n e s s es a r e pr o Ud t o s U p p o rt area FFa t eams! Cedar Valley Resort 467-9000 • Whalan, MN

Kelly Printing & Signs 765-9805 • Preston, MN

Dr. James M Waldow, DDS 467-2269 • Lanesboro, MN

Krage Insurance & AE 467-3309 • Lanesboro, MN

Farmers Co-op Elevator Co. 864-7733 • Rushford, MN

Lanesboro BP Food Shop 467-2121 • Lanesboro, MN

Fillmore County Journal 765-2151 • Preston, MN Good Samaritan Society 765-2700 • Preston, MN Haakenson Electric 251-5535 • Preston, MN

Lanesboro Sales Commission 467-2192 • Lanesboro, MN Merchants Banks N.A. 467-2145 • Lanesboro, MN 864-7744 • Rushford, MN

Peterson Creative Photography & Design 421-9906 • Lanesboro, MN POET Biorefining 765-4548 • Preston, MN

Rushford Foods 864-2878 • Rushford, MN Scheevel & Sons 765-4756 • Preston, MN

Preston Dairy & Farm 743-2250 • Canton, MN 765-2484 • Preston, MN

State Representative Gregory M. Davids District 28B Paid for by People for Davids Committee of Preston, MN 951-3893 • Preston, MN

Preston Equipment 765-3803 • Preston, MN

Sveen Excavating 273-6015 • Lanesboro, MN

Richard’s Pump Service 268-4352 • Fountain, MN

Page 16

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

Citizen input on future of Chatfield swimming pool By Karen Reisner City Clerk Joel Young reported at the city council’s February 13 meeting that the Swimming Pool Committee has requested authorization to survey the community regarding the future of the swimming pool. The survey was authorized by the council and is to be conducted by Community Perceptions, a division of School Perceptions LLC. The Pool Committee wants to learn the importance of the swimming pool to the community. Should it be fixed, closed, or built new? If most want to build new or fix the pool, what functions and amenities do people want? What are residents willing to spend to fix or build new? The fees to conduct the survey will be paid by the swimming pool operating fund. Industrial Drive improvement Councilor Paul Novotny listed the steps taken to date on the Industrial Drive Improvement Project. In early 2016, the city retained city engineer, WSB, to prepare a feasibility report for the improvement of Industrial Drive. Last fall a request for proposals for the design was authorized by the council. Four engineering firms submitted proposals. Novotny said the scope of the project may change. He recommended the current engineer, WSB, adding that continuity justifies the slightly higher cost in the firm’s proposal. Young added that when the first design propos-

als were received they needed to know more. Novotny maintained they are hiring an engineer to come up with a few proposals and to do the design phase, to get it all put together. Novotny said the improvement project will get rid of the last gravel in the city. Councilor Mike Urban stated we need to find out the unknowns. Novotny continued that the plan we have at this point does not work out all the funding needed to pay for the project. The estimated cost of the project is $1.3 million. The project would involve Industrial Drive from the Conway subdivision to Hillside Drive Twelve lots for commercial/industrial use are expected to be created. The council unanimously approved hiring WSB for the design phase. Other business in brief • Craig Backen, administrator of the Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., a non-profit corporation, and Eric Lunde, Piper Jaffrey, offered to answer any questions during a public hearing regarding the financing of the care center. The public hearing is required for the issuance of tax exempt bonds. There were no comments from the public. It was noted that the city acts only as a conduit for the financing. The refinancing of the note is for the 78-bed nursing facility, 20-unit assisted living facility, and 15-unit senior multi-family housing facility. The maximum estimated amount

FFA

of the note to be issued to refinance the project is $2,480,000. Young said the care center is now its own entity and this is a refinancing of existing debt. The resolution for the refinancing was approved. • Brian Burkholder gave an update on the new water metering system. The new system was used for the entire city last month with only a few hiccups. Those with poor reception are being looked at. Burkholder said the system is working even better than he imagined. The system recognizes when a meter is going backwards and when there are water leaks at an individual residence. The system tells them when to alert people about a leak, which is often resulting from a leaky toilet. Urban remarked it was “money well spent.” Young said we took a “leap” forward with the water metering system. The new system allows staff to be more interactive with the public. • Kevin Carr, owner of Chosen Valley LLC/Creating Ability, had requested approval to have temporary storage units. Young said the business located at 107 1st Street SE is outgrowing its current accommodations. Carr is looking for another site/building within the city to expand his business. The temporary storage units were approved as recommended by Planning and Zoning. • Police Chief Shane Fox reported there were 1,789 printed calls in 2016. He said it was a typical year.

Fox recommended that attorney Lee Novotny handle prosecutions within the city for both the Fillmore County and the Olmsted County portions of the city. All of these cases will be heard in Fillmore County. Felony and designated gross misdemeanor cases are not handled by the city attorney, but by the appropriate county attorney. The council approved an agreement with Lee Novotny to handle prosecutions within the city. • The second consideration and publication (summary) of

Ordinance 423, Floodplain Designation, was approved. The second consideration and publication of Ordinance 424, Accessory Structures/Lot Coverage, was approved. The first consideration of Ordinance 425, Lot Coverage, was approved. This ordinance provides that the minimum lot coverage of all buildings shall not exceed 40% of the lot (R-1 Single Family Residential). • The Committee of the Whole met with the Charter Commission before the regular city council meeting and discussed the concept of a city manager form of government.

to all the FFA members who help us through the year. Rushford 864.2845

www.hammellequipment.com

week Proud to serve and salute our Future Farmers!

Mabel-Canton

Mabel-Canton FFa Chapter

Row one (L to R): Debra Hershberger- Vice President, Kayla Patterson-Treasurer, Kimberly Hauber-Secretary Row two (L to R): Katlyn Hauber-Sentinel, Hannah Schneekloth-Reporter, Maddison Michels-Historian, Blake Henry-President

t h e s e b u s i n e s s e s a r e p r o u d t o s u p p o r t a r e a F Fa t e a M s ! Craigs Auto Repair 493-5399 • Mabel, MN

Good Samaritan Society 765-2700 • Preston, MN

Pit Stop Service 493-5538 • Mabel, MN

First Southeast Bank Member FDIC 743-2204 • Canton, MN 886-6922 • Harmony, MN

Miller’s Viewlawn Angus 743-8370 • Mabel, MN

Preston Equipment 765-3803 • Preston, MN

Nethercut-Schieber Attorneys 493-5088 • Mabel, MN

Solberg Welding & Ironside Trailer Sales & Service 886-4600 • 886-4602 Harmony, MN Village Farm & Home 493-5217 • Mabel, MN

February Prices Effective: February 20th - 26th, 2017 55 Center Street West Harmony, MN • 507-886-2225 www.myharmonyfoods.com Family Pack

80% Lean Ground Beef $ 59 Lb.

Family Pack • Assorted

Pork Chops $ 49 Lb.

MON–SAT: 7:00am – 7:00pm SUN: 8:00am – 6:00pm

105 Fillmore Street West Preston, MN • 507-765-2465 www.myprestonfoods.com MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm SUN: 8:00am – 7:00pm

5 Lb.

Green Giant Idaho Potatoes 2/$

6-12 Roll • Selected

Scott’s Bath Tissue or Paper Towels $ 99

1 Lb.

Strawberries 2/$

400 South Mill Street Rushford, MN • 507-864-2878 www.myrushfordfoods.com MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm SUN: 7:00am – 9:00pm

8 Oz. • Assorted

IGA Shredded or Chunk Cheese 4/$

6 Oz.

Blackberries 2/$

MEAT Boneless

Chairman’s Reserve Ribeye Steak $ 99

Boneless

Chairman’s Reserve Bottom Round Steak $ 19

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

8 Lb.

Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon..............................

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

299 $ 99 Hormel Homestyle Entrees.............................. 4 $ 39 Simply Mashed Potatoes............................. 2 ¢ IGA Ham or Turkey Sliced Meats..............69 $ 69 Gorton’s Grilled Tilapia................................ 3 $ 99 Van De Kamps Fish...................................... 3 $ 95 Alda Cod Loins........................................19 $ 99 Schweigert Natural Casing Wieners........... 3 $ 99 Hart Asian Chicken...................................... 4 $ 99 Best Choice Chicken Breast Tenders..........5 $ 49 IGA Bacon.................................................... 3 $ 99 Lloyd’s Baby Back Ribs With Sauce............9 $ 99 Supreme Choice Cod or Salmon Fillets......... 4 $ 99 Supreme Choice Cooked Shrimp.........13 $ 99 Jimmy Dean Sausage Rolls........................ 3 2/$ Hormel Sliced Pepperoni.................................... 6 $ 99 Oscar Mayer Chopped Ham or Turkey......2 $ 49 Hillshire Farms Deli Sliced Lunch Meat....... 3 $

2.1 Oz.

3 Lb.

2/$

12 Oz.

Farmland Fully Cooked Bacon................... 15 Oz. • Selected

24 Oz. • Selected

Boneless

Chairman’s Reserve Top Sirloin Steak $ 59

Chairman’s Reserve Bottom Round Roast $ 99

2 Oz. • Selected PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

6.3 Oz. • Selected

4 Lb.

2 Lb.

18.1-22.98 Oz. • Selected 5 Lb. Box

Boneless

Pork Loin Roast $ 09

2 Lb.

Center Cut Bone-In Pork Chops $ 19

2 Lb.

Pork Sirloin Roast $ 69

1 Lb.

32 Oz. • Assorted

Boneless

2 Lb.

$1 Lb.

1 Lb.

Family Pack

299 $ 29 Wheat Dinner Rolls....................................3 $ 99 Shurfresh Roast Beef....................................... 6 $

89Lb.

12 Count

PRODUCE 8 Oz.

Kiwi Fruit 3/ ¢

Green or Red Grapes $ 99

4 Lb.

Each

Yams

¢ 79Lb.

Sweet Onions ¢

59Lb.

5 Oz. • Selected

9 Oz. • Assorted

6 Oz.

Raspberries $ 99

Red, Orange, or Yellow Peppers $ 29

8 Oz.

1 Lb.

Organic Celery $ 59

Pint

Fresh Express Cello Spinach 2/$

Organic Grape Tomatoes $ 49

Each

Roma Tomatoes ¢

Avocados $ 29

Mann’s Sugar Snap Peas $ 49

14 Oz. • Selected

Blueberries $ 99

Halos $ 99

Navel Oranges $ 49

31/40 & 41/50 • Selected

Pint

3 Lb.

24 Oz.

16 Oz. • Selected

Lb.

Each

16 Oz.

16 Oz. • Selected

Chicken Thighs or Drumsticks ¢

Butter & Egg Rolls......................................

3 Lb.

Boneless/Skinless

Tyson Chicken Tyson Breasts Chicken Thighs 99 $ 79

Pork Loin Chops $ 29

Bakery & DELI 12 Count

12 Oz. • Selected

99Lb.

Each

Lemons 2/$

5 Lb.

Green Giant Idaho Red Potatoes $ 99

1 Lb.

Baby Carrots ¢

99 6 Oz.

Organic Blueberries $ 99

5 Lb.

Yellow Onions $ 99

2 Lb.

Cello Carrots $ 19

Each

Limes

89¢

D’Anjou Pears $ 29

1 Lb.

www.myrushfordfoods.com • www.myprestonfoods.com • www.myharmonyfoods.com

Grocery 24 Oz.

11 Oz. • Selected

4.3-7.2 Oz. • Selected

Grandma Alice White Bread $ 19

Nabisco Nilla Wafers $ 99

Pasta or Rice a Roni Side Dishes 5/$

14.5-15.25 Oz. • Selected

64 Oz. • Selected

42 Oz. • Selected

IGA Canned Vegetables 2/$

V8 Splash Drinks 2/$

Quaker Oatmeal $ 99

15.25-19 Oz. • Selected

Campbell’s Chunky Soup 2/$

14.4 Oz.

IGA Graham Crackers $ 29

15 Oz. • Italian or Plain

Best Choice Bread Crumbs 5/$

3-4.1 Oz. • Selected

12 Count • Selected

Idahoan Potatoes 5/$

Green Mountain K-Cups $ 99

11-14.75 Oz.

Post Cocoa & Fruity Pebbles, Honeycomb, Waffle Crisp, or Golden Crisp Cereal 2/$

4.5-8.1 Oz. • Selected

7.5-15 Oz. • Selected

Nabisco Toasted Chips 2/$

Chef Boyardee 5/$

5.5-7.25 Oz. • Selected

Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Dinners 5/$

64 Oz. • Selected

Langer’s Apple Juice $ 99

General Merchandise 5.6 Oz.

Pupperoni Beef Dog Treats 2/$

16 Lb.

Alpo Come & Get It or Prime Cuts Dry Dog Food $ 99

20 Lb.

20 Pack

Duracell AA or AAA Batteries $ 99

24 Oz.

Milk Bone Dog Bones 2/$

Tidy Cats LongLasting or Immediate Cat Litter $ 99

www.myrushfordfoods.com • www.myprestonfoods.com • www.myharmonyfoods.com

FROZEN

Dairy

30 Oz. • Selected

10-14 Oz. • Selected

Mr. Dells Hashbrowns 2/$

New York Brand Texas Toast $ 99

15 Oz. • Selected

Blue Bonnet Spread Bowl $ 59

4.85-7 Oz. • Selected

22 Oz. • Selected

Banquet Frozen Dinners 5/$

Arby’s Seasoned Curly Fries 2/$

516-16.5 Oz. • Selected

21 Oz. • Selected

Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookies 2/$

12 Inch • Selected

Birds Eye Voila Entrees 2/$

Tombstone Original Pizzas 3/$

12 Inch • Selected

Bellatoria Thin Crust Pizzas 2/$ 88

5.3 Oz. • Selected

Yoplait Greek Cups 5/$

12 Pack • Assorted

7-Up Bottling Company

3/$

BEVERAGES

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products

20 Oz. • Assorted

Sobe Water & Juice

222

2/$

3 Ct. • Selected

Act II Microwave Popcorn

Cubes • Assorted

799

.5 Liter • 6 Pack • Assorted

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products

8 Pack • 12 Oz. • Assorted

Coca Cola Products

3/$

8-8.5 Oz. • Selected

Frito Lay Cheetos

5/$

2/$

Rushford Foods • Harmony Foods • Preston Foods www.rushfordfoods.com

32 Oz. • Assorted

7.5 Oz. • 8 Pack • Assorted

Gatorade Sports Drinks

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products

4/$

12 Pack • Assorted

.5 Liter • 6 Pack • Assorted

Coca Cola Products

3/$

5/$

2 Liter • Assorted

Coca Cola Products

5/$

Snacks

9.5-10.25 Oz. • Selected

Frito Lay Family Size Wavy or Lays Potato Chips

10-13 Oz. • Assorted

Old Dutch Restaurante Tortilla Chips

2/$

• Dry Cleaning Pick-up & Delivery • Rug Doctor Rental • WIC Accepted

We reserve the right to limit quantities • Not responsible for graphic or typographical errors

• Minnesota EBT Cards Accepted • Gift Certificates

• We Accept:

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, February 20, 2017

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

socialscenes A View From The Woods By Loni Kemp ©SallyKeating2011

Searching for spring in the time of climate change Our beloved northland pastime of celebrating every early sign of spring is now upon us. The sun arcs wider and higher every day, as we move away from the winter solstice of late December. Even on cold days, that sun is warmer on our faces and can be felt through southfacing windows, when the gray clouds deign to part. I thrill to melting snow and

ice, liberating us from treacherous walking and driving. Even though we know full well that we are not done with snowfalls yet, it is a joy to see the grass and farm fields again, with their promise of new growth. Cardinals are calling in the daytime, and barred owls are hooting in the night.

Roasted Frozen Whole Chicken

Impress your family and friends with a roasted chicken that takes only five minutes to prepare. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Put a rack in a large roasting pan. Put a four-pound frozen chicken breast-side-up on top of it. Rub the top of the chicken with a tablespoon of olive oil or butter. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. If you have a lemon, slice it and tuck in the cavity. Put in oven uncovered and roast for 90 minutes to 2 hours. Roast until drumsticks loosen easily when jiggled, juices run clear and all meat is cooked to 165ºF according to an instant-read thermometer inserted into breast and thigh meat. Transfer chicken to a carving board. Let rest 10-15 minutes. Carve. Notes: You can used a thawed whole chicken and roast at 425 degrees for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 375 degrees for an additional 50-70 minutes. Pan juices make excellent sauce or gravy. The leftover carcass can be bagged and refrigerated or frozen for making chicken stock another day.

EvEry day is a wEEkEnd whEn you’rE

RETIRED February 17, 2017

The ladies at garden club exchange packets of seeds and chatter about when to start seeds in the house. It takes careful choreographing of schedules to reflect seed germination times and outdoor transplanting schedules. Plants ready too early or too late are often useless. My two young grandsons are excited to go outside and toss easily-compressed snowballs, or stomp in the mud puddles. New life is the most treasured signifier of spring, and our family just welcomed our newest little grandson into the world. I was honored to spend a week hibernating with my older daughter and her husband as they learned to love and care for their new baby. Coming out of that sacred indoor time is heightening my perception of the great awakening outdoors. And yet... mid February? Isn’t this much too early for our spring transition? Friends and neighbors are out tapping maple trees in the forest to cook down the sap into maple syrup. Everyone seems to be saying this is the earliest anyone has ever seen. The taps are gushing on warm days in mid-February, and the forecast is for sustained warmth for the next week. Will the trees be able to sustain the sap run, or will an early run ruin the longer harvest? It clutches at my heart that our careful and joyful watching for signs of spring is being

love always

Wife • Sullivans • Boyntons

No more Mondays! Wishing

Raymond Reese a happy Birthday!

Still cutting it at 69! on FebRuaRy 20

to everyone who sent cards and birthday wishes as I celebrated my Each one is appreciated. Also, thank you to my family for the surprise party and to each of my friends who was able to attend. - Dan Cambern

Catch up with the Journal • Local Features • Government News • Classifieds • And More

Fillmore County Journal

P: 507.765.2151 • F: 507.765.2468 E: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com W: www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Love Diane & C.S.D.K.J.T.T.

Weddings | Engagements Birthdays | Anniversaries Birth Announcements Special Occasions!

ruined by the dark shadow of climate change. The hottest years on record for the world were 2014, 2015 and 2016. Minnesota is the second most-affected state in the U.S. for climate change, according to Mark Seeley, renowned climatologist at the University of Minnesota. Daily low temperatures are rising while high temperatures are smashing records. We have set 140 all time high temperature state records in the last ten years alone, a phenomenal rate of change. Summers now bring significantly more humidity, with dew-points above 80 first recorded in 1983, but already very common. Higher temperatures and higher humidity bring alarming summer warnings about the heat index. More tornadoes, higher pre-

cipitation, more intense thunderstorms and more megarain events over six inches are occurring in recent decades. These changes bode ill for our native ecosystems, and the plants, animals, fish, bugs and birds who evolved to live here. It takes much of the fun out of watching for the return of spring. Climate change can only be addressed by curtailing carbon emissions into the atmosphere. And that can only be accomplished by transforming the fossil fuel energy system to renewable energy from the sun, wind and biomass. Our oilloving new President is launching aggressive policies to accelerate fossil fuels, which will only make things worse for the climate and nature. Anxiety and dismay cloud my world.

Happy 3rd Birthday Bentzen! February 23 love you lots, Mommy and Kurt

Thank you 80th birthday!

Super Happy Retirement!

Page 21

Leroy

The thing of it is, we all miss you. It helps to know you are farming with the angels and not suffering.

Happy Birthday on February 24!

Love, Darleen & Family

Congratulations Chace Drazkowski 2nd Grade R-P Youth Wrestling & Warrior WareHouse He received 2nd place in: Hawkeye National - Iowa • BadgerLand - Wisconsin Buffalo National - South Dakota Chace received the Midwest Wrestling Tour Belt

Page 22

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

Fillmore County Sports By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com Ever since splitting into two divisions (2009-2010 season), the SEC has had The Trende just one Report East girls champion; Spring Grove. The Lions’ sevenyear run looks over. A d a m W i l d e r ’s Paul Trende Cougars have control. Mabel-Canton (7-2, 15-6) started the week with a 51-47 loss to good West squad GM (9-2, 14-7). Coranda Vickerman (13 pts, 11 rebs), Lexi Thorson (10 pts, 7 rebs), and Courtney Graves (10 pts) did work. M-C then put a squeeze on the division title by beating SG (7-4, 12-10) for a second time this season, 69-57. Senior Vickerman (27 pts, 11-12 FTs, 10 rebs, 5 assists) and frosh Payton Danielson (career-high tying 23 pts, 5-7 threes, 6 rebs) began their two-day splendid-duo run (helping making up for Graves’ two-game absence). Maddy Michels chipped in 8 (pts) and 6 (rebs). Thorson had nine of M-C’s 18 assists. The Cougars hit eight three’s to SG’s one. A

night later, in Lanesboro, M-C led 39-38 after 26 minutes. A 12-0 Cougar then ensued (5139) and they prevailed 62-47. Vickerman (season-high 30 pts, 9-16 FGs, 10-14 FTs, 9 rebs) scored 24 second half points. The 5’3” Danielson added 20 (pts) and 6 (rebs). Haley Polin (18 pts, 9-16 FGs, 6 rebs, 5 assists) and Cassidy Ruud (10 pts) led the Burros. Lanesboro (5-8, 7-14) fell at M-C 49-15 in the teams’ other meeting. Spring Grove (8-5, 13-10) can only tie the Cougars (9-3, 17-7) in the East. They have one SEC game remaining, M-C two. It is the Cougars’ first girls basketball title since 2004-2005.

30 for 30 for 30

ESPN has a classic movie series entitled 30-for-30 about some of the best sports stories ever. R-P’s girls had a 30-for30-for-30 week. A Trojan player hit for 30 points in all three wins. Terry Pelzl’s squad scored 48 first half points and beat L-O 74-56. Brianna Koop put up a career-high 39 points (1121 FGs, 16-22 FTs, 9 rebs, 4 assists). Savannah Skalet helped out (12 pts, 4-12 threes, 6 rebs). The charity stripe was good to team green (19 of 28 > 67.9%). Next up was SG (128), downers of both Kingsland and FC. Keeping with the trend of everyone beating each other in the sub-section, R-P posted

Chatfield’s Alex Hompe battles the defense of R-P’s Dawson Dahl (25) and Ben Ansell (15). The Trojan boys held their eighth opponent of the year to a season-low in a 57-29 win over the Gophers. Photo by Paul Trende

a big 72-46 win. Koop (31 pts, 12-17 FGs, 6-10 FTs, 9 rebs, 7 stls) authored her fourth 30-point game in her last nine. R-P put four in double figures, a first this season. Seniors Skalet (15 pts, 4-7 threes), Mikayla Crawford (12 pts, 5-7 FGs, 9 assists, 4 stls), and Allison Oian (12 pts, 5-6 FGs) got there too. Oian came in averaging 2.3 per contest. R-P shot a season-high 56.2% (27-48) from the field, 45.5% (5-11) from deep, and 72.2% (13-18) from the line (their best all-around effort of the year). Finally, the Trojans put up a season-high offensively and tied a season-low defensively in beating Lewiston-Altura 86-29. Skalet’s career-best coming in was 22. She crushed that with 32 points (7-10 threes, 7-10 FTs, 7 rebs). Koop (23 pts, 8-12 FGs, 7-10 FTs, 6 stls) ended her week 31 of 50 field goals, 29 of 42 free throws. Crawford (12 pts, career-high 12 assists, 8 stls) notched her ninth 7-plus assist game. Oian added 9 (3-4 three’s, 4 stls). R-P shot 51.9% from the field (28-54), 59.1% from three (13-22), and 70.8% (17-24) from the stripe with 27 steals. The Trojans (11-5, 15-6) are 10-0 when scoring 60-plus. Their three remaining foes have a combined 22 wins. Koop is very near 2,000 points.

Four for Fillmore

Fillmore Central boys basketball started the year 5 and 4. Then a month passed without a win (9-game losing streak). Then five days passed with four wins. FC won at La Crescent 53-45. Sophomore Josh Peters had a career-high (17 pts, 5-7 threes). Riley Means also had 17 (6-6 FTs, 8 rebs). Samuel Peters chipped in 10. The Falcons then notched their biggest win, knocking off SEC-West leader Schaeffer Academy (15-4) by a 58-53 final. Means (15 pts, 5-6 FTs, 5 rebs, 4 assists), Logan Corson (career-high 14 pts, 5 rebs) and S-Peters (12 pts) led the way. Free throws (FC 19 of

Mabel-Canton’s Coranda Vickerman scores two of her 24 second half, and 30 total points, in a win over Lanesboro. The Cougars have clinched a share of their first SEC girls b-ball title since 2005. Photo by Paul Trende

26, SA 2 of 4) were key. FC then ran its record versus SEC foes to 6-1 courtesy of a 49-27 win over Lyle/Pacelli. Means (15 pts, 7-9 FGs, 7 rebs, 5 stls) and Delton Sauer (10 pts, 5-6 FGs, 7 rebs) led the charge. Finally, La Crescent visited Preston. Corson banked in a three in the final 15 seconds to tie the game at 38. FC then hit 9 of 10 free throws in overtime for the 49-42 win. Corson (18 pts, 6-8 FGs) set another career-best. Means (14 pts, 6-6 FTs) and S-Peters (9 pts) helped. Free throws (FC 16-20, LC 1-3) were again key. The ‘mentally and physically draining’ but ‘most determined and passionate’ (Head Coach Aaron Mensink) week of basketball has FC at 3-11, 9-13. Means (15.3 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 2.8 APG, 2.8 SPG) was strong during the four-game run.

Hot Shots

LARP wrestling (4-0, 8-12) beat Caledonia to claim the TRC East division. The S-Eagles never trailed after going ahead at 120 (11-6). The teams alternated wins from 126 through 285. Leading 39-36, LARP’s Logan Schindeldecker sealed the meet with a pin at 285. The ScreaminEagles are the 6-seed in 1AA and will take on 3-seed PEM. Chatfield (3-1, 7-5) is the 4-seed in 1A and will host either 5-seed D-E or 12-seed FCLMC (0-4, 0-15). FC’s girls (8-7, 14-8) notched two wins on the week, giving them four in five tries. They have surpassed last year’s win total (13-15). Kailey Link had a season-high 26 points as Kingsland beat Lanesboro. The Knights (9-6, 15-8) also got redemption on D-E for an early season loss. Collin Scott, a 6’1” senior guard, was a counting-stats stud (14 pts, 8 rebs, 7 assists, 7 stls, 9 blks) in a Burro boys win over L/P. Scott had 20 and Cole

athlete of the week

M-C Girls Clinch Share of East

Schwichtenberg 22 in a win over Hope Lutheran. Schwichtenberg hit six three’s and scored 27 points, though the Burros (8-2, 12-6) lost a non-SEC game at Schaeffer. R-P’s boys (10-3, 14-7) went 2-1 (minus Luke Rasmussen), holding an eighth (Chatfield) opponent to a season-low in points. Kingsland beat D-E behind Zach Buchholtz’s 25 points. Zach Bubany hit six of 12 three’s and scored 22 points in a loss to PEM. The Knights (7-7, 13-8) are playing without key some key players. Freshman Mikkel Schutte (scoring in his first varsity game) hit eight three’s and poured in 24 points to help Houston beat G-E and end a 13-game losing streak. Fellow frosh Alex Van Gundy had 25 points in a ‘Cane win over Kee. Blake Henry tied a career-high (20 pts) though M-C (5-9, 7-15) lost to GM.

Boys Basketball (2/6 – 2/11)

PEM 72, Kingsland 63 (K: Z. Bubany 22 pts, 6 rebs, 5 assists; Z. Buchholtz 18 pts, 8 rebs; Ian Meisner 10 pts, 9 rebs) Pine Island 68, Chatfield 58 (C: Alex Hompe 18 pts (3-4 threes, 7-10 FTs), 7 rebs; Dillon Bance 15 pts, 6 rebs, 4 assists; Brandon Ebnet 15 pts (5-6 three’s)) R-P 57, Chatfield 29 (RP: Payton Hahn career-high 17 pts (5-5 three’s, 6-6 FGs), 4 stls; Jake Paulson 13 pts, 6 rebs; Noah Carlson 8 pts, 7 stls; Dawson Dahl 8 pts, 6 rebs. C: A. Hompe 12 pts) M-C 64, GM 80 (MC: B. Henry 20 pts (8-9 FTs), 12 rebs; Drew Wyffels 19 pts, 5 rebs, 7 assists; Brenden Kerns 12 pts) D-E 42, Kingsland 65 (K: Z. Buchholtz 25 pts, 5 rebs; I. See SPORTS Page 23 

Savannah Skalet Rushford-Peterson Girls Basketball

In three Trojan wins, R-P senior Savannah Skalet hit 15 of 29 three’s, including a seven three, 32-point outburst at L-A. The 5’5” guard has scored in double-digits eight times in her last nine games (four her first 12), helping R-P to a 15-6 record. See “30 for 30 for 30” for more. Photo by Paul Trende, Fillmore County Journal

Brought to you by:

Millstreet Fitness 310 Mill street, ste 106, rushford Mn

507.864.3421

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, February 20, 2017

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Page 23

Fillmore County Sports SPORTS

Continued from Page 22

Meisner 10 pts, 12 rebs; Wyatt Pruter 10 pts) Lanesboro 58, L/P 44 (L: Co. Schwichtenberg 15 pts; C. Scott 14 pts, 8 rebs, 7 assists, 7 stls, 9 blks; Andrew Luck 13 pts) Houston 79, G-E 74 (H: M. Schutte 24 pts (8-10 three’s); A. Van Gundy 13 pts, 5 assists; Tyler Albrecht 12 pts; James Hongerholt 9 pts, 11 rebs; Brandon Grupe 9 pts (9-12 FTs). ‘Canes had season-high 18 assists) Lansing-Kee 41, Houston 60 (H: A. Van Gundy 25 pts (4-10 threes, 7-8 FTs), 7 rebs, 6 stls; J. Hongerholt 14 pts, 6 rebs) HL 59, Lanesboro 71 (L: Co.

PErFECt

A. Van Gundy 9 pts) R-P 53, Decorah 41 (RP: N. Carlson season-high 17 pts (6-8 FGs), 4 stls; D. Dahl 11 pts (1114 FTs)) Cleveland 67, Houston 41 (H: W. Johnson 13 pts, 4 rebs, 4 assists, 5 stls. ‘Canes: 3-8, 4-17)

Schwichtenberg 22 pts, 5 assists; C. Scott 20 pts, 9 assists; Brady Johnson 10 pts, 10 rebs) L-A 47, R-P 45 (RP: J. Paulson career-high 19 pts (7-13 FGs, 5-5 FTs); N. Carlson 12 pts, 5 stls) Kingsland 52, PEM 79 (K: Z. Buchholtz 15 pts (11-14 FTs), 7 rebs) W-K 47, Chatfield 65 (C: A. Hompe 16 pts, 13 rebs; D. Bance 16 pts (6-9 FGs), 9 assists; Nick Maki 12 pts. Chat: 4-9, 5-15) Lanesboro 62, SA 72 (L: Co. Schwichtenberg 27 pts (6-13 three’s), 8 rebs; C. Scott 14 pts; Carson Schwichtenberg 10 pts. Lions ended game on a 10-2 run) Cannon Falls 80, Houston 37 (H: Wesley Johnson 10 pts;

gloSSY

Girls Basketball (2/6 – 2/11)

LC 54, Houston 40 (H: Alyssa Rostad 18 pts (10-10 FTs), 8 rebs; Becca Lee 11 pts, 5 rebs. ‘Canes: 5-7, 8-13) Kingsland 71, Lanesboro 19 (K: K. Link season-high 26 pts (10-16 FGs, 6-6 FTs), 11 rebs; Gracie Schmidt 10 pts, 8 rebs) Kingsland 57, D-E 50 (K: Lauren Buchholtz 18 pts (7-10 FGs), 6 rebs, 4 stls; K. Link 12

Pretty Good or

Perfect Glossy? CheCk out

Printing SolutionS

www.perfectglossy.com

507.765.2151

the culligan

pts) FC 63, L-O 37 (FC: Paige Donlinger career-high 18 pts; Emma Breitsprecher 9 pts, 8 rebs; Kenzie Broadwater 8 pts, 6 stls) Chatfield 34, Caledonia 76 (C: Britney Fretland 6 pts, 4 assists) HL 41, Lanesboro 47 (L: C. Ruud 15 pts (5-8 three’s)) Chatfield 52, W-K 60 (C: Belle Berg 12 pts (8-10 FTs), 6 rebs, 6 stls; Megan Hopp 11 pts, 8 rebs; Mariah Bell 9 pts, 10 rebs. Gophers led 42-32 with 5-6 minutes left) FC 53, LC 44 (FC: Kendyl Bennett 14 pts, 6 rebs; K. Broadwater 13 pts, 6 rebs, 5 assists, 6 stls) #3 in AA PEM 60, Kingsland 32 (K: K. Link 9 pts. Halftime was 29-21 Bulldogs. Knights got

outscored 31-11 in second) Chatfield 40, Stewartville 65 (C: Macy Pederson 13 pts (3-5 three’s). Gophers: 3-13, 3-19)

Wrestling (2/9)

Caledonia 36, LARP 45 (LARP forfeited two weights, Caledonia one. Josh Doerr (126), Dominick Jenkins (138), Cody Rain (195), and Schindeldecker (285) won by pin, #2 McCoy Tekautz (152) by injury default, Ross Herber (106) by 17-0 TF, and Justin Mueller (170) by 9-1 MD) FCLMC 18, Chatfield 66 (Wolves forfeited eight. Seth Goetzinger (106), Grady Schott (120), and A.J. Karver (195) had pins for Chatfield. Treyten Chiglo (113), Walker Ward (220), and Jacob Thomas (285) had pins for FCLMC)

Driving to Rochester every day? Enjoy a... Ask how you can get

10 rides FREE!

Better RIDE Better LIFE with Rochester City Lines!

Inserts

136 St. Anthony St. Preston, MN 55965

Created by Perfect Glossy!

R SOFTECNHE ECK

rochestercitylines.com • 507-288-4353

IN S P E C T

is working properly. . Make sure your water softener Cleaning hard water spots is hard ner, no matter ® check your current water softe ® Your Culligan Man will inspect and make. can gan Culli e e the differenc the brand for only $39.95! Experienc explain softener operation check regeneration frequency check water level and salt bridging in salt tank explain how to select the right type of salt check timer for operation check salt dosage check water hardness level check salt level analyze current softening needs Rent or Own $2 4.95/ Month Rent or OWN the World’s Most Efficient Water Softener for as low as $24.95 a month with approv ed credit.

T & CHECK $39.95 INSPECr cur rent water softener, All rentals include all maintenance and salt New customers only. Dealer participatio

delivery. Contact us at CulliganBetterW

ater.com

Inspect & check of you $39.95 AN InsDpe .95! $39 ‘n LY Ch R ON ec FOct k Your Wate NO MATTER THEIsBR r Softener Working? Any Make or Model. We’ll check your softene r settings, test your water, and provide a written report.

CulliganBetterWater.com

is running efficiently and effectively. Culligan

New customers only. Dealer participatio

CULLIGAN OF TOMAH, WI

CULLIGAN OF WINONA, MN

CulliganBetterWater.com

BetterWater.com

Call us about SALT DELIVERY. 800-657-6891

FARM SUCCESSION PLANNING WORKSHOP HELPING FAMILIES KEEP THE FARM IN THE FAMILY. Family Farms are the lifeblood of our rural communities. Help yourself by preparing and planning for the future. We will discuss how you can play a vital role in helping to protect your assets and pass the farm on to the next generation. Hosted by: Presented by: Scott P. Miller, Miller Legal Strategic Planning Centers, P.A. Event details: March 7 at 2 to 4 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Lanesboro Community Center 202 Parkway Ave. S. • Lanesboro MN, 55949 RSVP to Walter Bradley at 507-437-3370 507-467-3370 or at walter.bradley@thrivent.com by Feb. 28, 2017.

Walter Bradley Financial Associate Thrivent Financial Lanesboro, MN

No products will be sold. Scott P. Miller is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent Financial. The views expressed in this presentation by Scott P. Miller are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent Financial or its affiliates. The material presented has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable and is current. Thrivent Financial representatives are licensed insurance agents/producers of Thrivent Financial, the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Appleton, WI. They are also registered representatives of Thrivent Investment Management Inc., 625 Fourth Ave S., Minneapolis, MN 55415. For additional important information, visit Thrivent.com/disclosures. Appleton, Wisconsin • Minneapolis, Minnesota Thrivent.com • 800-847-4836 1698104-013117

Page 24

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Recycling 101 By LaVerne C. Paulson Recycling Education Coordinator There are going to be some changes in the recycling process beginning April 1, 2017, and these changes should make r e c y c l i n g LaVerne C. here in FillPaulson more County even easier. We will continue with single stream recycling, as we do at the present time. The recyclables that are brought to the recycling center here in Preston by individuals or waste haulers will be transported to La Crosse by Harterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. The material will then be taken to Green Circleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facility where the recyclables will be separated and sent to various markets. The rural containers throughout the county will continue to be available as well. The next few paragraphs will list what can now be recycled. Plastic soda bottles, milk jugs, shampoo bottles, contact solution

Monday, February 20, 2017

bottles, detergent bottles, motor oil bottles that are drained, and ALL PLASTIC CONTAINERS WITH THE NUMBERS 1 THROUGH 7 inside the chasing arrows on the bottom. This includes all those Number 5 yogurt, margarine, and cottage cheese containers you have been waiting to get rid of. Yes, you read that correctly.... Number 5 plastic containers are now recyclable in Fillmore County. Please note: Plastic wrap, polystyrene, Styrofoam, plastic film, bubble wrap, plastic grocery bags, and all forms of plastic garbage bags are NOT recyclable and should be landfilled. The grocery bags can certainly be taken back to a store that accepts them and sends them to a plastic recycler. Cardboard and paper products that should be recycled are any type of corrugated boxes, cereal boxes with the waxy inside bag removed, soda boxes and beer cartons, mail and envelopes (plastic windows in envelopes are OK), bagged shredded paper, magazines and catalogs, phone books, pizza box covers that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t contain food and oils, and paper egg cartons. Any clear or colored jars and

enjoy

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

bottles are recyclable in Fillmore County. All aluminum cans and tin/ steel cans are certainly recyclable, as with clean pie plates and aluminum foil, wire coat hangers, empty aerosol cans, and metal pots and pans. Holiday lights as well as extension cords and power cords should be recycled. THESE ITEMS ARE NOT TO BE RECYCLED IN FILLMORE COUNTY. This list is very similar to the list we have at the present time. These items should find their way into your landfill garbage container. Please do not contaminate your recyclables with garbage, food waste, paper plates, paper towels, paper napkins, ceramics, dishware, diapers, windows, mirrors, plastic wrap, packing peanuts, bubble wrap, wax boxes, photographs, medical waste, polystyrene, Styrofoam, hazardous chemical containers, plastic toys, sporting goods, foam egg cartons, wood, light bulbs, yard waste, and garden tools. Please cut this article out of the paper and keep it near your recycling bin. As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me by e-mail at lpaul-

son@co.fillmore.mn.us or call the Fillmore County Resource Recovery Center at (507) 765-

4704 and leave a message for me. Happy Recycling..... I think you are going to like these changes.

Preston Motor Mart Highway 52 & 16 in the center of Preston (507) 765-3330

PRESTON

m Hot Foods & Deli m Convenience Store m Camping Supplies m Movie Rentals

m Lottery Tickets m Pay-At-Pump 24/7 m Diesel Fuel m LP Exchange

Enjoy Preston Trout Days :Î?Ó&#x2026;S Î?OČş Ň&#x2018;UPŃż Ň&#x2122;IPŃż

Quality Amoco Fuels

s ,ODGING s 2ENTALS s #LOTHING s )CE #REAM s 3NACKS s $RINKS 0 / "OX s 0RESTON -INNESOTA WWW TRAILHEAD INN COM ,OCATED AT THE 0RESTON 4RAILHEAD

At Park Lane Estates we offer a variety of activities and services to meet each residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal needs.

Rent starting at $790 3PRING !VE "OX s 0RESTON -.

Ronald Schreier ron@majortax.com Phone: 507-765-4444

Timothy McLaughlin tim@majortax.com Phone: 507-765-4432

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Meals a Day â&#x20AC;˘ Housekeeping & Laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Entertainment & Activities â&#x20AC;˘ Transportation around town â&#x20AC;˘ Go out for lunch or just for a ride â&#x20AC;˘ Help with setting up appointments â&#x20AC;˘ Hair dresser available every week â&#x20AC;˘ Podiatrist available

â&#x20AC;˘ 24/7 Awake staff â&#x20AC;˘ RN/LPN on call â&#x20AC;˘ First Alert Pendants â&#x20AC;˘ Weekly Bible study and church â&#x20AC;˘ Room available for family gathering with coffee and lemonade provided â&#x20AC;˘ Respite Care for short - or long-term as needed

Come Join the fun times

Park Lane Estates

Assisted Living

Preston, MN 55965 â&#x20AC;˘ (507)765-2700

111 Fillmore Place SE, Preston, MN 507-765-9986 â&#x20AC;˘ 507-259-3291

If you would lIke to advertIse on the Preston Page, call Jason at 507-251-5297 for more InformatIon.

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, February 20, 2017

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Page 25

Rushford looks to law enforcement agreement with Peterson, Rushford Village

The Rushford Council discussed the state of mutual aid police protection with the cities of Peterson and Rushford Village at the February 13 council meeting. Pictured, left to right, are City Administrator Tony Chladek, Councilor Mark Honsey, Mayor Chris Hallum, Councilors Terri Benson and Jim O’Donnell, and City Clerk/Treasurer Kathy Zacher. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner By Kirsten Zoellner The City of Rushford is looking into options regarding law enforcement it provides to the cities of Peterson and Rushford Village. At the Monday, February 13 Rushford Council meeting, City Administrator Tony Chladek stated that the current state is more of an arrangement than contractual agreement and the city considering three options for how to proceed. The first was a renegotiated agreement, the second termination of the current arrangement and no renegotiated agreements, and lastly, maintaining the current arrangement. “The current arrangement is response only, not preventative,” said City Clerk/Treasurer Kathy Zacher. “I’m not sure its an option you should consider.” “What we’re looking to do is serve notice to both and enter-

tain entering into a more formal agreement,” said Chladek. Neither the Peterson nor Rushford Village have a police force of their own and reimburse Rushford for office time and a cost for equipment. Rushford Police Department does not patrol either community, but responds if there is a call. According to Chladek, the city needs to provide 30 days notice if it intends to terminate the arrangement, so the city has provided notice it intends to end the current arrangement as of December 31, 2017. “That should give everyone plenty of time to work out whatever arrangements they see fit,” added Chladek. A meeting between all three municipalities was held January 25 and the details of what could be offered if a formal agreement was put in place was discussed.

The Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department has expressed interest in working to provide contracted services to Peterson and Rushford Village, but with the cities on the far northeast end of the county, this presents some issues. According to Chladek, Kaase did point out at the January 25 joint meeting that his preference may be to have the City of Rushford provide service due to the location of available deputy officers. The city is considering negotiating a contemporary law enforcement agreement with both or either municipality, should they choose to. Such an agreement could spell out a more regular police presence in Peterson and the Village with patrolling and building relationships with community members. “The City of Rushford takes great pride in making available quality law enforcement services to its residents and businesses. Providing those services includes hiring and managing great staff, quality training, continual policy and procedural updates, proper equipment, facilities, prosecutorial knowledge, crime prevention planning, and a host of other time-tested law enforcement techniques. These are investments that help keep out city safe. There is an appreciation for our officers when they are seen and have an opportunity to build relationships with our residents and business that runs counter to the current ‘as needed’ arrangement,” states a letter to the municipalities.

“This allows them to make the best decision for them,” noted Chladek. “Everything we discussed is covered in this letter. There are no surprises.” In the meantime, Rushford will continue with its responses to the cities when needed. Sheriff Kaase offered to come and meet with the cities further to discuss options for contracting with the county department for police protection. “We’re giving them plenty of time; plenty. Well above what other people have done,” said Mayor Hallum. “I think we’re doing this is a very professional manner.” In other news, the city is moving forward with plans to address emerald ash borer in the city’s park and boulevard trees. An inventory was done by the Trees, Trails, and Parks board, followed by an indepth inventory from the Public Works Department. One hundred forty-three Ash trees were inventoried and a letter to affected homeowners has been sent. Public Works Director Roger Knutson and worker Dave Lombard addressed the council on corrective actions. According to Knutson, the state highway department will remove needed trees on the Highway 30 corridor. The city will be responsible for the rest. It’s anticipated that 30-40 trees will be removed this year, with them down prior to mid-May, when the bugs leave their dormant state and would be more likely spread to other nearby trees. Fillmore County is in quaran-

35th annual Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign Some people face food insecurity every day, while others struggle after an unexpected expense or decrease in income. Hunger can lead to poor health or illness in addition to poor performance at school or work. During 2016, Semcac food shelves in Rushford, Preston,

Caledonia, and Kasson had 7,936 visits from 1,343 households and distributed 377,841 pounds of food. Clients are also provided with information and referrals to other community services. The annual Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign pro-

motes the collection of food and funds to stock food shelves across the state. As an official participant, Semcac’s food shelves will receive a percentage of the undesignated statewide March FoodShare funds. The allocation depends on the amount of food and money raised locally

Cute Kids of fillmore County

Winners! Winners! Winners! st

Peyton Cords

Calvin Keim

Jared & Erin Cords Rushford, MN

Jeremy & Tonya Keim Spring Valley, MN

$100 Gift Card

$50 Gift Card

Emry Peterson

Nick & Kayla Peterson Preston, MN

25 Gift Card

Winners Were draWn by three random customers! Congrats and thank you to all the families who sent in their cute kid pictures!

during March and on the number of people served during the remainder of the year. Semcac is asking local service clubs and organizations, businesses, churches, and individuals to help raise food and funds during March. Please bring donated funds, food, and per-

tine, so the wood cannot leave the county. Those wishing to take the wood from the trees removed by the city will need to contact the city and sign off on it for liability. They are encouraged to keep the wood within the city. Large portions of wood that is usable may be sold by the city to Root River Hardwoods. City-owned trees in the boulevard are determined by rightof-way, measured from the street center line out towards properties based on the specific right-of-way width for that street. “We tried to identify every tree,” said Knutson. “If it was in question, we went and measured.” Which trees come down first will be prioritized by the age, size, and condition of the tree. The council also approved a recommendation from Public Works for the upgrade of the excavator and flatbed trailer. The department has the opportunity to purchase a larger excavator, with a boom that is five feet longer and thereby more effective, with minimal cash outlay. The plan is to sell the current excavator and trailer and purchase both the larger excavator and flatbed trailer. The cost estimate to the city, if all goes as planned, could be $2,000-3,000. “We’re always looking to do things quicker, safer, and more efficiently,” said Knutson. “This is a way for us to step up.” The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, February 27, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend. sonal care items to your local food shelf from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays or Thursdays. Donations must be received by March 30 to count towards the Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign. Thank you for being part of our fight against hunger! Please remember Semcac programs in your financial and estate planning. Your legacy is a gift to the future.

Page 26

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

Run Right Power Equipment keeps small engines running in Harmony

Roger Holdeman and Randy Unruh, the primary mechanics at Run Right Power Equipment just off Highway 52 in Harmony. Photo by Tim Little By Tim Little If the general manager at the newly opened Run Right Power Equipment small engine sales and repair store in Harmony looks familiar, you may recall him from his previous place of employment across the street and up the block at Kingsley Mercantile. Roger Holdeman, who managed the small engine repair shop at Kingsley for six years, has branched off from Kingsley and is now in charge of Run Right. Quentin and Glen Unruh, Holdeman’s sons-in-law, are the principal owners of Run Right. Holdeman and Randy Unruh, father of Quentin and Glen, are minor partners in the company. Quentin and Glen are also owners of Q & M Insulation in Riceville, Iowa. Speaking about his reasons for purchasing the small engine repair business from Kingsley Mercantile, Quentin Unruh stated: “Even though we don’t know much about small engines, I wanted to provide a needed service to the community and also to provide a steady income and opportunity for expansion for my father and father-in-law and hopefully turn it into something that everyone benefits from,” said Quentin. “Roger already had experience in (small engine repair) and it seemed that it was growing to a point that was maybe a little bit more than what Kerry Kingsley wanted to do with his other projects he had going.”

Kerry Kingsley concurred with the Unruh’s understanding of the reasons for divesting the Mercantile’s small engine repair business: “Roger came to me and said that he and his sons-in-law would be interested in buying (the small engine repair department). “Jane and I,” Kingsley said, referring to his wife and partner in their retail business, “talked it over and decided that maybe that’s something we’d be willing to let go. It took a lot of our time and I didn’t enjoy that part of the business that much. I’m not a small engine guy at all,” said Kingsley. “The reason we got into (the small engine repair business) was number one, we were being asked by customers to work on stuff. Then we got into the Husqvarna line, so the business grew more. When Roger first came to work for us, he started getting loggers in for more of the professional line of Husqvarna and he grew the business even more. Really, it was probably more than what I wanted,” Kingsley said. “The other reason we decided to sell is the growth of our plumbing, heating and appliances business. This (divestiture) will allow us to give more attention to that. We will be adding on to our appliance showroom and making that a bigger part of our business. We just don’t have the room to show everything that we would like to show. In time that is the goal, to

507-884-1932

RunRight Power Equipment has purchased Kingsley Mercantile’s small engine and portable heater repair business. Roger, who you remember from Kingsley Mercantile, and Randy are the owners. We carry the full line of Husqvarna mowers, saws, trimmers and blowers. We are adding the Altoz premium zero turn mower line. Former Kingsley small engine customers can count on us for your service and warranty needs. We fill propane cylinders

Gas & diesel pumps open 24hrs -Credit Card only-

10% off list on existing inventory of snowblowers Store Hours

Monday - Friday 8am-5:30pm Saturday 8am-12pm

We are located in the Mileage station at 235 Main Ave N, at the intersection of Main St and Hwy 52.

turn that (small engine) shop area into more showroom space.” Keeping the business in Harmony was also important to Kingsley. “It’s a real service to the town to have a small engine business. When we sold, it we definitely wanted to keep it in town because of all our customers we had sold equipment to and just the need for it in town. They (Unruh brothers) said they were definitely going to keep it in town, “ said Kingsley. Kingsley sold all the parts and equipment from the small engine business to the Run Right partners. He also agreed that the Mercantile would no longer do any small engine repair and it would direct everybody who requested small engine service to Run Right. Kingsley also noted that the Mercantile will no longer carry the Husqvarna lawn mower and chainsaw equipment line. “The extent of our small engine business now might be a Black and Decker electric trimmer,” Kingsley noted. The Unruh brothers partially financed the purchase of Run Right with a $25,000 loan from the Harmony Economic Development Authority (EDA) and chose the old Conoco service station site at 235 Main Avenue for their business because of its highly visible location on Highway 52. In addition, “Tom Severson of Severson Oil Company offered us nice terms with a lease and the option to buy,” stated Quentin Unruh. The service team at Run Right will include Holdeman and Randy Unruh full-time, and occasionally Glen and Quentin Unruh. Holdeman’s wife Cathy will help out from time to time as well. “I have a somewhat flexible workforce,” said Holdeman. “Also, I’m not limited on hours. I don’t plan on overdoing it, but I think I’ll be averaging at least 10 hours (a day).” Run Right will be open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to noon. While the Unruh’s are the principal owners of Run Right, Holdeman, the primary face of Kingsley Mercantile’s small engine repair service for several years, is the principal mechanic of the new Run Right small engine repair shop. Holdeman brings a lifetime of small engine repair and logging equipment experience to the position. His on-the-job training started at the age of 12 when he and his family lived in northern California. Between the ages of 12 and 16 Holdeman ran his own commercial mowing business. “I had residential and some commercial accounts, like apartment complexes. I was very busy,” he said. He began his informal education in small engine repair by servicing his own mowers. Holdeman’s father started a portable saw mill business and Holdeman began to help his father with cutting trees and “getting logs in.” Over time, his father’s logging business grew. “We wandered around the coastal range of the northern California mountains, sawing wood into lumber. It was a carefree existence that didn’t make much money. It was fun, it really was,” he said nostalgically.

Years later, his father sold the business and Holdeman bought a log truck from him. “I ran log trucks for 14 years. Later I was a logger and cut my own wood and even hired two fallers. I was in logging for five years there. Then the spotted owl came,” said Holdeman, referring to the dispute over logging in publicly owned oldgrowth forests and the attendant threat to the northern spotted owl. “And it cut the amount of loggers by close to three-quarters. We had to competitive bid on everything and the price went to nothing,” Holdeman said with a bitter laugh. “It was a cruel time.” Around the time of the lumber bust in California, Holdeman learned through a member of the Mennonite church, of which he is a member, that there was a job available at Root River Hardwoods in Preston, Minn. He moved to Preston and worked for the Preston lumber mill for around 12 years. “Later on, with my own equipment I worked for Root River Hardwoods and after that the buyer that was working for them went to a different guy so I followed him. I cut trees and skidded logs for him.” During his time logging, Holdeman developed expertise with engine and equipment repair. “I fixed my log skidders, I worked on the transmissions, overhauled the engines,” he said. Grinning with the thought, Holdeman admitted, “Actually there was a fault in me: when the equipment would break down I was usually happy because I liked to work on my stuff. I should have taken that as an indication that I should have tried to make my living that way. I am extremely picky with details. A good logger doesn’t pay too much attention to the little things, but I did. That attention to detail was not important to logging, but it was good for mechanic work,” Holdeman noted. While logging, Holdeman severely injured his leg when a tree kicked back into his thigh while sawing. “It pushed me back

into the snow about 15 feet. It completely smashed my (thigh) muscle. That shut me down for four months. Though chainsaws had been his life till then, after that accident and a subsequent hand injury,” I could never quite get into hand falling again, Holdeman said. “It was too dangerous for me.” Holdeman then accepted a position at Kingsley Mercantile. “I’d always had an interest in the lawn mowing end from my youth and I’d dealt with a lot of issues with my saws, of course, in every way, shape and form. I also had a background in hydraulics. I’ve worked on a lot of electrical systems on my equipment,” Holdeman noted. Reflecting on his education in small engine repair, Holdeman recalled a class he took in junior high: “The teacher would many times call on me to explain things when he couldn’t understand it,” Holdeman laughed. “But still, the basics that I learned there, to this very day I remember them. The class taught me how important it is to know why something works,” he said. Holdeman sees himself taking off exactly from where he left off at the Kingsley Mercantile small engine repair business, providing most of the same services and similar pricing. Some things will change, of course. For example Run Right will expand into some new lines such as the Oregon battery powered tool line and the Husqvarna construction line to service concrete construction customers. Also, the shop has implemented a computerized business management system that will greatly enhance parts inventory and project status tracking. “Right now Randy is the middle of putting ten million parts away, and trying to get them organized,” Holden noted. In addition, Run Right will manage the fuel pumps in the lot outside the building. Tom Severson continues to own those pumps, but the Run Right partners have the option to buy the fuel business in the future.

We want to thank all of our small engine customers for their business the past 15 years and encourage them to support

RUN RIGHT POWER EQUIPMENT for all your small engine needs!

Kingsley Mercantile

2 Main Ave N, Harmony, MN • 507-886-2323

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: My husband was driving while I was a passenger and an elderly man driving ran a stop sign and cut in front of us. My husband honked his horn to alert the driver prior to him attempting to come into our lane. H o w e v e r, he did not appear to Troy H. hear us. For- Christianson tunately, we were able to avoid being hit, as my husband was an alert driver and saw this coming. Is this something we can report? I am not sure if this man should be driving, as he appeared to have no regard for anyone else on the road. I am not sure what police could have done, as there was no accident or injury. I guess I am curious to know what the protocol is in such a situation. Answer: This situation is a good reminder of the importance of avoiding all distractions while behind the wheel, as you might see a potential hazard or crash before it happens. Your husband was able to avoid a crash because he was attentive.

If you witness any dangerous driving conduct, call law enforcement and report the incident as soon as possible. Report your location, direction of travel, the driving conduct you are seeing and attempt to get the license plate number. We will do our best to stop that vehicle before anyone is injured. Law enforcement will talk to the driver to determine if they are/were impaired, distracted, fatigued, the reason for their driving conduct as well as if they are valid to drive. Law enforcement officers can send a request for review to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Driver and Vehicle Services (DPS-DVS) if they identify a driver who they believe should re-test or be checked by a doctor. DPS-DVS can allow the person to continue to drive with increased limitations such as roadway speed, daylight only, certain times of the day or within a set limit of miles from his or her home. They can also require follow-up doctor’s exams. Avoiding distractions while behind the wheel will increase your chances avoiding a crash and could save your life. Take driving seriously each time you get behind the wheel. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Trp. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. or reach him at, Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us.

• Spring Valley

Suspicious gunshot call leads to 2nd Degree Assault arrest

Page 27

On Feb. 10, 2017, at approximately 12:49 a.m., the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Emergency 911 Dispatch received a report of suspicious gunshots in the 31000 block of Gunflint Road in Fillmore County. This area is located in Pilot Mound To w n s h i p , Timothy Kesler north of Pilot Mound. A resident of this area reported hearing and seeing a dark colored vehicle driving by and then hearing gunshots.

Fillmore County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the area. A short time later, a Winona County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop in Winona County. The driver of the vehicle in this traffic stop was reporting to be a victim of this gunshot call. This reported victim was a 35-year-old male resident of St. Charles. The victim indicated he was in the area of 31876 Gunflint Road, a residence of which he was familiar. The victim heard gunshots. As the victim drove past the residence, he heard and saw more gunshots. He observed the suspect in a shooting stance and

shooting towards him. Neither the victim nor his vehicle was hit. Fillmore County Deputies arrived on scene and made contact with the suspect, who was identified as 35-year-old Timothy Kyle Kesler, of 31876 Gunflint Road. Additional occupants were found in the house at this residence, adults and children, who were all found to be safe and uninjured. Kesler was arrested on 2nd Degree AssaultDangerous Weapons charge and is currently being held at the Fillmore County Detention Facility. One of the adult occupants of this residence, 28-year-old Chad Michael Loomis of Rochester, was found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest out of Olmsted County. Loomis was also arrested and turned over to the Olmsted County Sheriff’s authorities.

Ask a Trooper

The driver may also be cited under the Duty to Drive with Due Care law in Minnesota. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths.

If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Trp. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us.

By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: How fast can I drive before getting stopped? Is there a tolerance? Answer: State Patrol policy does not allow for speeds in excess of the posted limit. Troy H. O f f i c e r s Christianson are required to follow their departmental policy and take into consideration many other factors (roadway, weather, lighting and traffic) including common sense. Speeding, along with driving too fast for conditions is discouraged by law enforcement everywhere. Minnesota law regarding speed states that no person shall drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions. Every driver is responsible for knowing actual and potential hazards that may exist on the highway and must use due care in operating a vehicle. I believe most vehicles that leave the roadway or spin out in the winter season are due to driving too fast for the conditions. Remember that the posted speed limit might not be the safest speed when the roads become slippery. Drivers need to understand that speed kills. In the last five years (2011–2015) speed has contributed to an average of 81 deaths and 211 life-changing injuries a year. For every 10 miles per hour you drive over the speed limit, your chance of being seriously injured or killed in a crash is doubled. So, when traveling 70 mph your chance of being seriously injured or killed in a crash is four times greater than when you are traveling 50 mph! Remember too that fines double when traveling 20 mph or more over the speed limit, and if your speed is in excess of 100 mph, you can lose your license for up to six months.

High School Hockey Championships! Exclusive to AcenTek Video customers

Minnesota High School Girls Hockey Finals February 24-25 Enjoy on channel 70 Full schedule available at www.prep45.com

For details call 888.404.4940

Special

Bred Cow & Heifer Auctions Lanesboro Sales Commission, Inc. Lanesboro, MN Monday, February 20 @ 6:00pm

Decorah Sales Commission, Inc. Decorah, IA

Saturday, Feburary 25 @ 12:00pm

For complete listings, including video previews www.lanesborosalescommission.com www.decorahsalescommission.com For More Info Call Joe Nelson: 507-450-6763 Erik Nelson: 507-951-1216 Barn: 507-467-2192

Page 28

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

Fillmore County Police Reports Fillmore County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Paul Micheall Bartsh, 31, Rushford, Minn.; 12/29/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Cassia Nisan Chaney-Smith, 34, Stewartville, Minn.; 11/12/2016, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Keri Leigh Gernand, 34, Rochester, Minn.; 1/7/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Charles William Kuhlmann, 24, Mabel, Minn.; 10/31/2016, No Minnesota Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $220. 10/31/2016, Fail to Yield When Entering a Road, Fine $50. Taylor Renee Martin, 20, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/21/2016, Assault â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Within Three Years of Previous Conviction (Gross Misdemeanor), Fine $3,000 (stay $2,500 until 1/30/2019), Total Fees $590. Local Confinement â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 365 days (stay 356 days for two years). Serve as: work release and weekends (if eligible). Jail time to be served by March 13. Supervised probation for two years â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Conditions (1/30/2017): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/ treatment, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/ controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs defendant may possess alcohol for employment purposes verified first by Court Services, Submit to Chemical Testing, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Educational assessment/program, Domestic abuse counseling/treatment, No assault, aggressive, or threatening behavior, Aftercare, Follow

all State and Federal criminal laws, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if have contact with law enforcement, if charged with any new crime, and/or if change address, employment, or telephone number, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives, No contact with victim(s) - unless approved in advance of court services - indirect contact through defendantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother only regarding parenting time and visitation, Mental Health Screening, Maintain employment and residence. Samuel Race Muldrow, 24, Waterloo, Iowa; 11/10/2016, No Minnesota Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $220. Brady James Robinson, 30, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/17/2016, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Jacob Dean Roen, 22, Faribault, Minn.; 9/16/2016, Criminal Vehicular Operation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bodily Harm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gross Negligence, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 1/30/2021), Total Fees (including $5,497.99 in restitution) $6,487.99. Local Confinement â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 365 days (stay 335 days for four years). Credit for time served: one day. Serve as: work release and weekends (if eligible). Defendant to begin serving his jail term by March 1. Defendant may serve jail term in Rice County at his own expense. Electronic Alcohol Home Monitor (1/30/2017): 60 days for indeterminate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to be completed after defendant serves jail time. Supervised probation for four years â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Conditions (1/30/2017):

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!

notiCe UpComing

Consignment Thursday, March 30, 2017 â&#x20AC;˘ 9:30aM dealer â&#x20AC;˘ lender

sale site: Gehling auction co. Indoor auction Building 27741 state hwy 16, Preston, Minnesota Selling Tractors - Combines - Heads - Planters - Drills - Spring Tillage Equipment - Hay & Forage Equipment - all other types of farm machinery Farm Related Items - Trucks - Trailers and other vehicles For more information, to cosign a single item or complete farm line, call Gehling Auction Co. 1-800-770-0347 or email denny@gehlingauction.com or fax 1-507-765-3672

Consign early and take advantage of our complete advertising package

Advertising deAdline thursdAy, MArch 9, 2017

Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Submit to Chemical Testing, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, No driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license violations, No driving without insurance, Write letter of apology and submit to Court Services, No assault, aggressive, or threatening behavior, Educational assessment/ program, Maintain employment and residence, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if have contact with law enforcement, if charged with any new crime, and/ or if change address, employment, or telephone number, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Aftercare - including attending support groups and mental health services, Restitution reserved - open during course of probation for the chiropractic bills of S.M., Pay Restitution before fines, fees, and surcharges. James Scott Schueler, 53, Peterson, Minn.; 11/4/2016, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Ryan Spencer Schultz, 28, Rochester, Minn.; 11/9/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jessika Tyler Stucky, 25, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/17/2016, No Motor Vehicle Insurance â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Owner, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Joseph Stewart Yocum, 50, Mabel, Minn.; 1/20/2017, Domestic Assault (Misdemeanor) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Intentionally Inflicts/Attempts to Inflict Harm, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 1/31/2018), Total Fees $390. Local Confinement â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Conditions (1/31/2017): Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Remain lawabiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, Sign Probation Agreement - all conditions under direction of DFO, No assault, no threatening, or aggressive behavior, Domestic abuse evaluation - must complete within 30 days - follow all recommendations, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, No mood-altering chemicals, No use or possession of firearms or dangerous weapons, No contact with victim(s), T.A.H., Restitution reserved for 60 days. MN Department of Natural Resources â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Enforcement Division Karl Dean August Mertins, 34, West Concord, Minn.; 12/31/2016, Transportation of Firearms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Loaded Firearm, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Tong Xiong, 41, Brooklyn Park, Minn.; 12/31/2016, Failure to Display Current Park Permit or Sticker, Fine $25, Total Fees

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. $115. MN State Patrol â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rochester Jon Michael Doty, 47, Rochester, Minn.; 2/29/2016, No Proof Motor Vehicle Insurance, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Dustin Arthur Heichert, 30, Hudson, Wis.; 12/7/2016, Duty to Drive With Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Daric Joseph Henkes, 20, Cresco, Iowa; 1/18/2017, Speeding (72/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Ashley Elizabeth Henry, 27, Cresco, Iowa; 12/29/2016, Speeding (75/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Rhett Alvin Krahn, 40, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/29/2016, Speeding (62/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Izach Quinn Overend, 21, Fountain, Minn.; 12/27/2016, Unsafe Passing, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. 12/27/2016, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Fine $50. Johnathan Ross Pinkerton, 31, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 11/19/2016, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Clair Richard Weaver, 57; 12/1/2016, Interstate Carrier â&#x20AC;&#x201C; No ID for Interstate Carrier, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Preston Police Department Chase David Bakke, 25, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/21/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37. Cassandra Marie Hall, 22, Decorah, Iowa; 12/9/2016, Issue Dishonored Check â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Value Not More Than $250, Fine $50, Total Fees including restitution ($56.38) $196.38. Unsupervised probation for six months â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Conditions (1/31/2017): Remain law abiding, No same or similar. Bryn Marie Harmon, 22, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/15/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37. Chelsey Lynn Johnson, 23, Mabel, Minn.; 1/29/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37. Jason Edward Schwingle, 46, Preston, Minn.; 1/29/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37.

DARR ONLINE AUCTION www.darrauctions.com Bidding Starts Ending On

SUNDAY, February 26th at 5:30 pm Partial List - Go to Website for Complete Listing with Pictures Guns - Ammo - Coins - Tools - Snowmobiles New Sporting Goods - Archery Items - Furniture - Household Antiques - Glassware - Collectibles and MUCH, MUCH MOREâ&#x20AC;Ś

Terms: MN sales tax & 10% buyer premium added to all purchases. All items sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;?. Buyer confirming validity & condition. All buyers must pick up & pay for items on pickup day. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not able to make pickup day, please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bid. All gun buyers must read & agree to all gun terms on our website.

800-852-0010

ONLINe VIeWING & BIddING sTArTs: Wed February 22nd for 5 Days VIeWING dAys: Wed February 22nd 3 pm - 7 pm sUN February 26nd 11 am - 3 pm PIckUP dAy: mON February 27th 8 am - 7 pm VIeWING & PIckUP LOcATION: darr Auctions Warehouse 909 Larson Lane Rushford, MN Look for directional sign

Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Co. H U G E E S T AT E - B A N K R U P T C Y - C L O S E O U T

AUCTION Sat., Feb. 18 through TMRA

Tues., Feb. 28, 2017

STARTS CLOSING AT 6 P.M.

10 -DAY ONLINE AUCTION

OVER 150 WILDLIFE PRINTS OVER 40 GUNS

OVER 150 WILDLIFE PRINTS OVER 40 GUNS, SCOPES, CALLS - VEHICLES - TRACTORS - 2005 INTERNATIONAL 4300 TRUCK W/COLD PLATE FEEZER BODY 3+)$ ,/!$%2 !44!#(-%.43 - TOY TRACTORS - HARDWARE 4//,3 !.$ 3/ -5#( -/2%

Go To: www.tmracompany.com for pictures & To Register! OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturday, February 18, 2017 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, February 25, 2017 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 a.m.-noon . 7ABASHA 3T s 0LAINVIEW -. TMRA

Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Co. "Experience With Integrity For Your Auction"

-. ,IC 7) ,IC WWW TMRACOMPANY COM 0LAINVIEW -. s 4ONY s "RAD

TONY MONTGOMERY REALTY AND AUCTION CO.

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

Classifieds

Page 29

Call 507-765-2151 or 800-599-0481 (in 507 area code) FAX 507-765-2468 or e-mail: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com

PROFESSIONAL GUIDE

Olmsted Medical Center Business Directory Ads

ACCOUNTANTS

Size: 4" W x 2" H

DENTAL

MAJOR & COMPANY TAX PREPARATION, ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL SERVICES ENROLLED AGENTS 3PRING !VE 0RESTON -. s

2/. 3#(2%)%2 %! s 4)- -#,!5'(,). %!

*DU\ 0 0DUFRX[ ' ' 6 6 (OP 6WUHHW 5XVKIRUG 01

586+)25' ' ( 1 7$ /

& / , 1 , &

MEDICAL

Â&#x2021; )DPLO\ 'HQWDO &DUH Â&#x2021; &RVPHWLF 'HQWLVWU\ :KLWHQLQJ Â&#x2021; 1HZ 3DWLHQWV $OZD\V :HOFRPH

EVbZaV G^hiVj! 8E6

EZghdcVa^oZY hZgk^XZ id VXXdbbdYViZ ndjg cZZYh# 6XXdjci^c\! EVngdaa! IVm EgZeVgVi^dc '%. HI# 6CI=DCN HIG::I! EG:HIDC! BC **.+* eVb5eVbg^hiVjXeV#Xdb Â&#x2122; *%,",+*"'&-%

Teri Klaehn CPA,

LLC

Tax, Payroll and Accounting Services

Quickbooks ProAdvisor

802 Memorial Drive â&#x20AC;˘ 507.346.7373

125 St. Paul St. SW, Preston, MN 55965 507-765-3696 - Teri@tklaehncpa.com

Hours: Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Friday â&#x20AC;˘ 8:00 AMâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;5:00 PM

ASSISTED LIVING

INSURANCE

3DUN /DQH (VWDWHV $VVLVWHG /LYLQJ

Michele Lunaas, APRN, CNP â&#x20AC;˘ Roxie Tienter, APRN, CNP Michele Lunaas, APRN, CNP â&#x20AC;˘ Barbara Vize, MD Barbara Vize, MD

F&M INSURANCE SERVICES

)LOOPRUH 3ODFH 6( 3UHVWRQ 01

www.olmstedmedicalcenter.org

Â´:KHUH /LIH %HJLQV $JDLQÂľ FQDWLRQ#JROGHQKRUL]RQV RUJ

COUNSELING

Paul Broken, MA; Jodi Magee, RN; Leah Chacko, LPCC Psychotherapy, psychiatry, case management, adult rehab mental health services

8am - 4:30pm, Mon-Fri â&#x20AC;˘ 1-800-422-0161 â&#x20AC;˘ 65 Main Ave. N, Harmony www.zvhc.org

VICTIM SERVICES

- a service of DFO Community Corrections.

REAL ESTATE

Sexual Assault Program ~ Victim/Witness Assistance Program All services are free & confidenital

Advocacy,information&assistanceforvictim/survivorsofsexualassualt &otherfelonycrimes.Community&professionaleducation&consultation. Located in the Fillmore County Court House - Preston, MN

Over 2,500 acres sold in the past year!

MON-FRI 765-2805 OR CALL 24 HR CRISIS LINE TOLL-FREE 1-877-289-0636

s3PECIALIZING IN HUNTING LAND FARM LAND HOBBY FARMS RURAL PROPERTIES s3MALL TOWN WORK ETHIC BACKED BY NATIONWIDE MARKETING s,OCAL EXPERTISE BORN AND RAISED IN SOUTHEASTERN -.

Chad Garteski, Agent/Land Specialist

iÂ?Â?\Ă&#x160;xĂ¤Ă&#x2021;Â°Ă&#x201C;Ă&#x2C6;Â&#x2122;Â°Ă&#x201C;Ă&#x2021;{Ă&#x201C;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160; Â&#x201C;>Â&#x2C6;Â?\Ă&#x160; Â&#x2026;>`J7iÂ&#x2C6;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x192; Â&#x2026;Â&#x153;Â&#x2C6;ViÂ°VÂ&#x153;Â&#x201C; Ă&#x153;Ă&#x153;Ă&#x153;Â°7iÂ&#x2C6;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x192; Â&#x2026;Â&#x153;Â&#x2C6;ViÂ°VÂ&#x153;Â&#x201C;

CHOOSE AN ACCREDITED LAND CONSULTANT

farm

106 N. Gold St. Phone: 507.352.8000 P.O. Box 146 Cell: 507.990.1900 Wykoff, MN 55990 An Independent Agency providing Service, Value, and Experience! home

auto

business

life

health

annuities

SPECIALIZING IN HUNTING LAND, FARMLAND, RURAL ESTATES, RECREATIONAL PROPERTIES AND AUCTIONS.

Steve Rehm

LIFE & HEALTH INSURANCE WISOTA INSURANCE GROUP, INC.

JANE D. MEISNER

CLAIM YOUR SPOT TODAY!

507.765.2151

24573 183RD AVE. WYKOFF, MN 55990

jane@jmeisnerinsurance.com 507-993-7320 Cell

Medicare â&#x20AC;˘ Drug Plans â&#x20AC;˘ Health Insurance 507-352-5591 OfďŹ ce 507-352-7591 Fax

Bob Stalberger, ALC | Agent, Land Specialist | (507) 884-4717 W H I T E TA I L PR OPE RT I E S . COM Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC | dba Whitetail Properties | Nebraska & North Dakota DBA Whitetail Trophy Properties Real Estate LLC. | Lic. in IL, MO, IA, KS, KY, NE & OK - Dan Perez, Broker | Lic. in AR, CO, GA, MN, ND, TN & WI

THIS SPACE IS

Available !

Page 30

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., FEBRUARY 21 â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* â&#x20AC;˘Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-6pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* â&#x20AC;˘Semcac bus to Rochester, bus picks up for shopping 9:35am, United Methodist Church, Preston; 10am Fountain State Bank. Call (800) 9443874 to ride. â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.*

â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 11:30am-12:15pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. All levels.* â&#x20AC;˘Bluff Country Toastmasters, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* â&#x20AC;˘Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, PioÂneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.* â&#x20AC;˘AA Closed meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*

WED., FEBRUARY 22 â&#x20AC;˘Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Send an upcoming event: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 11:30am-12:15pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-272-3731.*

THURS., FEBRUARY 23 â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.* â&#x20AC;˘Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.* â&#x20AC;˘Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.*

â&#x20AC;˘Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* â&#x20AC;˘Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, Mabel Telephone Company, lower level, 214 N Main St., Mabel.*

FRI., FEBRUARY 24 â&#x20AC;˘Chatfield NA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.*

SAT., FEBRUARY 25 â&#x20AC;˘Spring Valley Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*

â&#x20AC;˘Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507)765-2518.*

SUN., FEBRUARY 26 â&#x20AC;˘Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*

MON., FEBRUARY 27 â&#x20AC;˘Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.* â&#x20AC;˘Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston.* â&#x20AC;˘AA Crossroads Journey Group meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE GUIDE AUTO BODY REPAIR

FUNERAL SERVICES

LAWNCARE

THE FUNERAL LADY A Trusted Advisor

Services:

Auto Collision Repair, Restorations, Rust Repair, and Exterior Doors Mon. - Fri.: 8am-5pm â&#x20AC;˘ 507.864.2590 305 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 235, Rushford MN

CLEANING

507â&#x20AC;˘867â&#x20AC;˘3988 CHATFIELD, MN

,ANDSCAPE $ESIGN )NSTALLATION s ,AWN #ARE s &ERTILIZER 7EED #ONTROL s 3EASONAL #LEAN 5P s 3NOW 2EMOVAL Landscape Maintenance

WWW RUSKELLOUTDOORSERVICES COM

MOTORS & MOTOR REPAIR RISTAU FARM SERVICE

Hebl Cleaning & Restoration

ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR SHOP

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

50-100 New/Rebuilt motors on hand at all times

507-467-4798 â&#x20AC;˘ Lanesboro, MN

CONSTRUCTION

KRUEGEL GAS SERVICE PROPANE SERVICE INSTALLATION DELIVERY

F;J;HIED" CD ++/,( Â&#x161; +&-#.-+#(*/,

IZVg 9dlc ! B^aalg^\]i! <gV^c AZ\h! 6j\Zg! VcY 8dckZndg 8dchigjXi^dc! 8dcXgZiZ 8dchigjXi^dc#

Â&#x161; :ho[hi Â&#x161; Grain Bins for :ho_d] IjehW][ -Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors (And More!)

30 Ton, 136 ft Boom Truck Service I=: ;>GHI 7>C 9:H><C:9 ;DG I=: '&HI 8:CIJGN

COUNTERS, FLOORS

and MORE

Craig Stortz #PL07718

Tuning â&#x20AC;˘ Regulating â&#x20AC;˘ Repair

Jonathan Bierman

Counter Tops ~ Flooring ~ Patio Custom Cabinets More SHOWROOM DUANE GILBERTSON 129 Saint Paul St SW 507.272.3624 Preston, MN www.countersfloorsandmore.com

ELECTRICIAN

507-493-5282 s &REE %STIMATES

PLUMBING & HEATING

Toll Free 866-862-5397 Bus 507-743-8486 Cell 507-259-1454

SATELLITE SERVICES

MUSIC s )NSURED s 3EPTIC SYSTEMS s .EW #ONSTRUCTION s 2EMODELING

Dave Swenson Don Tollefsrud Matt Swenson Lic. #008744PJ

Lic. #7046

NEWMAN HEATING & COOLING, LLC

t /FX $POTUSVDUJPO t 3FNPEFMJOH t *OTVSFE t 'SFF &TUJNBUFT t -JDFOTFE 507-743-8325 SEE US FOR ALLYOUR HEATING & COOLING NEEDS 3BOEZ /FXNBO (FP4ZTUFNT

AL LARSON & SONS Plumbing & Heating

s .EW (OMES s 2EMODELING s !IR #ONDITIONING

STORTZ SATELLITE

Canton, MN

1-507-475-3516 jcbtunemeister@yahoo.com

Commercial, Residential & Farm

FbWY[ oekh WZ edb_d[ Wj

Power Limited mmm$Ă&#x2026;bbceh[Yekdjo`ekhdWb$Yec Licensed Nick Stortz #PL07719

Serving the Tri-State area Residential & Commercial Accounts for Direct TV & Dishnet. Cable - Phone - Internet - Wiring

CertiďŹ ed Graduate of the Randy Potter School of Piano Technology

Affordable, Beautiful, Durable

HUNTINGTON ELECTRIC

+&-#-,+#('+'

Biermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Piano Service

Lic. #008399PJ

OEKH 97H ?D J>;

SERVING SOUTHERN MN9B7II?<?;:I SINCE 1954

SATELLITE SERVICES

Serving southeastern MN & northern IA!

We Carry

1-800-464-6121 1-800-464-6121 8KO EH I;BB

AUTHORIZED BALDOR DEALER

MUSIC

MELDAHL CONSTRUCTION INC.

507-467-2348 507-251-9510 Cell

PROPANE GAS

507.765.3873-Lanesboro,MN â&#x20AC;˘ 507.932.4560-St. Charles, MN

A locally owned & operated company

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: <G6>C 7>C 8DCHIGJ8I>DC

Brenda Schultz

507-259-7951

â&#x20AC;˘ Free consultation and planning guide â&#x20AC;˘ Putting your wishes in writing/preventing disagreement and overspending â&#x20AC;˘ Protecting your assets from nursing home costs, helping to qualify for Medicaid â&#x20AC;˘ Options to set monies aside in advance â&#x20AC;˘ Veterans benefits â&#x20AC;˘ Costs and options/cost saving ideas/how to read a price list â&#x20AC;˘ Transferring pre-arrangements from one funeral home to another

3T !NTHONY 3T 0RESTON #ALLS WELCOMED ANY TIME s &URNACE s $RAIN #LEANING

507-765-2405

Space available - Call today!

Dennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trailer Sales & Service All modeles include horse, stock & ďŹ&#x201A;at bed

Check out on-line inventory! www.dennystrailersales.com

18880 County Rd. 8 â&#x20AC;˘ 3 miles N of Wykoff, MN at Fillmore Phone 507.352.5491 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax 507.352.5492

WELDING & TRUCK REPAIR

SHEAPMAIIRAHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;NSDWDEELSDIGING N R EDGI67A: L:A9>C< 8JHIDB GDJC9 76A>C<

507-951-1698 Call Shamiah!

Shamiah Womeldorf, Rural Lanesboro

Get your

business exposure!

Call us today! 507.765.2151 â&#x20AC;˘ Email your information to ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

EMPLOYMENT

tT ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś

BUS DRIVER

Part-time Shared with Harmony Requirements: DOT Physical Contact: Michelle Borreson 507.498.3211 Ext. 73431

125 5th Ave SE, Spring Grove MN 55974

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

EMPLOYMENT HELP WANTED: Harmony House Restaurant is looking for a part-time waitstaff. Approximately 20 hours per week. Apply at Harmony House Restaurant or contact Marilyn at 507-886-4612. h16,23,30,6,13,20-o DRIVERS: HOME DAILY! DEDICATED RUNS! Paid weekly! Excellent benefits. Pneumatic work. CDL-A, good driving record reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. 319754-1944 x112. h30,6,13,20-x

RESPONSIBLE PERSON TO CARE for individual with development disability. Must be over 16 and able to pass background check. Experience preferred, but will train. Hours will vary, can be flexible. Call or text 507-261-6924. h13,20,27,6-o

EMPLOYMENT The Chatfield Music Lending Library is accepting applications until 2/28/17 for open part-time positions. Hours are Monday-Wednesday, 8am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm. Good customer service skills, computer skills, organizational skills and the ability to multi task are required. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in management, bookkeeping, payroll and music. Applications and job descriptions may be picked up at the Chatfield Music Lending Library, 81 Library Lane, Chatfield, MN 55923, by calling 507-867-3275 or emailing tcerling@selco.info.â&#x20AC;? h6,13,20-o HELP WANTED AT LOS GABLES. Manager, kitchen help, waiters. Will train. Contact Julie - 507-259-7100. h13,20-o

EMPLOYMENT PT/FT Admin. Assist. for 1 lawyer office in Rochester. Duties include typing, answering phone, data input and scheduling appointments, maintaining client files and greeting clients. Knowledge of basic office procedures, ability to communicate, and basic familiarity with computers including Word Perfect and accounting/billing software. Wage DOE. Send resumes to: Weinrich Law Office, Northgate Center, 1202 Â˝ 7th Street NW 400 South Broadway, Suite 214, Rochester, MN 55901; or gerald@weinrichlaw.com. h13,20,27-o FARM HAND, SHOP MAINTENANCE for crop/cattle farm in Rushford area. Please call Perry at 507-459-7850. h20,27-o

LOOKING FOR FULL-TIME DAY TO DAY operations and grain handling. Chuckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Feed & Grain, 427 Mill St., Peterson. 507-875-2247. h13,20,27-o

ď ś Competitive Wages & Benefits ď ś New Shift/Weekend Differential

Contact: Karen Miller, DoN 507.498.3211 Ext. 73427

CASEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GENERAL STORE is looking for friendly, energetic individuals to fill a variety of positions including assistant manager, cashiers, donut makers, and pizza makers. Full and part-time positions available. Apply online at www.caseys.com

Contact Tanya or Joyce

$2,000 sign-on bonus

MAKE A NAME FOR YOURSELF IN FILLMORE COUNTY

EOE

Invites you to ourNow

HIRING

JOB FAIR

Assisted Living of Preston

WRITE FOR A FAMILY-OWNED NEWSPAPER? GREAT WRITERS CAN EARN AN EXTRA

1&3 .0/5) 03 .03&

WRITING FOR THE FILLMORE COUNTY ON A FREELANCE BASIS

Every Tuesday for the month of November!

RESIDENT ASSISTANT POSITION PART-TIME SHIFT, 4:30-9PM DURING THE WEEK & EVERY OTHER WEEKEND Tuesday, November 29th Please call 507-765-3837 for more information or stop by for an application, see Andrea 9:00am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; St11:00am Traditions 608 Winona NW Preston, MN U

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

FT CNA All SHifts

ARE YOU THE MOST TALENTED HALCON & WRITER IN YOUR FAMILY? xpress Employment ProfessionalsHOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET PAID TO 125 5th Ave SE, Spring Grove MN 55974

PT NOC nurse

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

Part-Time

Looking for extra cash Primarily weekends We welcome new nurse graduates

- Paid training - Flexible scheduling - Great for High School Students

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

â&#x20AC;Śbecause the journey matters

RN/LPN

CNA

EMPLOYMENT

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

ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś ď ś

Full- or Part-Time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Evenings

Page 31

JOURNAL

If you are interested in joining our news team, contact Assistant Editor Ellen Whalen at

ellen@ďŹ llmorecountyjournal.com 507-765-2151

If you have theHALCON following & qualifications Express Employment weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to talkProfessionals to you!

EVERY TUESDAY 9-11am

Contact Tanya or Joyce

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

â&#x20AC;Śbecause the journey matters

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

DIETARY COOK/AIDE

SIGN-ON BONUS

2 SHIFTS A WEEK/ EVERY OTHER WEEKEND

SIGN-ON BONUS

Contact: Shelly Dolley (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73375

Invites you to our

perience painting,JOB machine operating, or carpentry FAIR Every Tuesday for the monthhistory of November! months recent, positive work ility to read write andNovember speak English Tuesday, 29th Tuesday, December 13 9:00am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00am ility to read a ruler ility to liftIf 50lbs, and stand, on repetitive basis you havewalk the following qualifications

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

weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to talk to you!

Express Employment Professionals Offers: ď&#x201A;ˇ Experience painting, machine operating, nd or carpentry st agesď&#x201A;ˇ range from 1 positive shift $12/hr to 2 shift $13/hr 6 months recent, work history ! ď&#x201A;ˇ Ability to read write and speak English ng-term career opportunities ď&#x201A;ˇ Ability to read a ruler cation and Holiday ď&#x201A;ˇ Ability to lift 50lbs,pay walk and stand, on repetitive basis nd and 2 shift opportunities Express Employment Professionals Offers: ď&#x201A;ˇ ď&#x201A;ˇ ď&#x201A;ˇ ď&#x201A;ˇ

Wages range range $12+ from per 1 shift to 2experience shift $13/hr Wages hour$12/hr based on st

HALCON

Long-term career opportunities (main lobby) Vacation and Holiday pay st nd 1 and 345 2 shift opportunities Medical Drive Rochester

Stewartville, MN 55976

(main lobby) MN 55976 1811 2nd AveHALCON NW, Stewartville,

For

345 Rochester Medical Drive Stewartville, MN 55976 more information contact: For more information contact:

2518 North Broadway, Rochester 2518 North Broadway, Rochester 507-285-1616 1-800-331-0853 507-285-1616 or or 1-800-331-0853 507-285-1616 or 1-800-331-0853 www.expresspros.com www.expresspros.com

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER

!"#$%&'()"*% "#$!%&'!()*+,-*.!/-.0,01'!2/3!+,-./0-1%#-2/3,3.4*356,3.%&+!&**!/)3! CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers/Drivers at all our CHS locations including Byron, Claremont, Grand "#$!*/4&+,/0'!,04*)5,01!673/08!"*&3.(/0+8!93&05!:.&5/;8! Meadow, Ostrander, St. Charles, Wykoff, & Chester, IA. <'+3&05.38!$+=!"%&3*.'8!>7?/228!@!"%.'+.38!AB=!!C/+.0+,&*!.(-*/7..'! Potential employees must be familiar with farm equipment, ()'+!D.!2&(,*,&3!;,+%!2&3(!.E),-(.0+8!(.4%&0,4&**7!,04*,0.5!&05! mechanically inclined and possess or have the ability to -/''.''!/3!%&F.!+%.!&D,*,+7!+/!/D+&,0!&!"*&''!B!/3!6!"GH!/3!&!'.&'/0&*! obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal CDL. SIGN-ON BONUS "GH=!!C*.&'.!&--*7!/0*,0.!&+!;;;=4%'3/4%.'+.3=4/(I&D/)+J Please apply online at: www.chsrochester.com/about-us/careers )'I4&3..3'=! A2!7/)!%&F.!&07!E).'+,/0'!4/0+&4+K! "%3,'!L673/0!@!"*&3.(/0+M!NOPJPPNJQROO! SIGN-ON BONUS :,?.!L93&05!:.&5/;M!NOPJPNSJNTQN! :&3?!L$+=!"%&3*.'M!NOPJRUQJSVUO! $+.F.!L>7?/22M!NOPJRNTJUUSU!!!! W3/7!L<'+3&05.3M!NOPJXNPJQQUS! Y.22!L"%.'+.38!ABM!NXUJNXNJQSTN! !

Where old friends become reacquainted and new friendships are found!

RN/LPN/TMA Full-time & Part-time Positions Available Evening Shift, 2-10pm

Full-Time CNA PM Shift - 2:30-11pm Every other weekend

Contact: Sue Lenz, DON (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73377

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

Page 32

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

EMPLOYMENT Join the friendly and flexible team at Stone Mill Hotel & Suites in Lanesboro! Lead Housekeeper, Housekeepers, and Front Desk positions available. Pay depends on position and experience. Seasonal (May-October) and year-round positions. Pick up application at 100 East Beacon Street or call 507467-8663. h20,27-o

PUBLIC NOTICES

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

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: FORECLOSURE Court File No. 23-CV-16-582 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’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 “A” 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 client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. 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 1/4’ 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 “A” 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

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

EMPLOYMENT The is seeking a goal-oriented, enthusiastic, outgoing

AdverTIsINg AssIsTANT

The Fillmore County Journal is growing and we are looking for a goal-oriented, enthusiastic, outgoing team player with great organizational skills to take on a new role with our company. If you like working with people and have excellent verbal and written communication skills, then send your cover letter and resume to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com. Or you can mail it to P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our hearts are full of gratitude when we say many thanks to the family members, friends and neighbors for all the acts of kindness and sympathy, food, visits and kind words regarding the recent passing of our wonderful brother and uncle, Lloyd Crowson. We want to express a special appreciation to Pastor Kay Wold for her kind words and the many visits with Lloyd over the years, the Chosen Valley Care Center for the wonderful care, the Color Guard from the area who attended the funeral and Hindt Funeral home their professional arrangements and caring services. Alice Cummings and family Lyle Crowson and family ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Grateful thanks to the countless individuals and business contributors who made the 10th Annual BLT Memorial Pool Tournament a huge success! It was another great turnout, and we are very appreciative. Thank you to all of the tournament participants, the silent auction bidders, and all of the people who gave so generously throughout the event-filled day. In remembrance of Brent’s love of LHS, giving the proceeds to the Booster Club brings us bittersweet joy. The Tufte Family t20-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

NOTICES Widowed Divorced Separated? How do you cope with the grief, loss, and pain? No one has to suffer alone, and while life may never be the same, it can be good again— very good. Step forward by attending “Coping With Life Alone” a 10-week class starting Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester, Contact Beginning Experience Rochester/ Southeastern Minnesota Phone: 1-507261-8248 or Email: beminnesota@ gmail.com. n6,13,20-o DRIVE WITH UBER No experience is required, but you’ll need a Smartphone. It’s fun and easy. For more information, call: 800/912-3649 (MCAN) GOT KNEE PAIN? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a pain-relieving brace - little or no cost to you. Medicare patients call health hotline now! 800/755-6807 (MCAN)

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

AUTOS

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

THANK YOU

Monday, February 20, 2017

PUBLIC NOTICES 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 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 meeting notice richland prairie/scotland cemetery THE RICHLAND PRAIRIE/SCOTLAND CEMETERY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING will be held Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the main floor coffee room of Clara House in Harmony, MN. All who have an interest are encouraged to attend. Publish 20,27,6 meeting change jordan township The monthly meetings for Jordan Township will be changed to the third Monday of every month at 8:30 pm starting in March 2017. Meetings will be held at John Hoffman’s Shop, 16598 120th St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 Danielle Hoffman Clerk, Jordan Township Publish 20 pilot mound township rock quotes The Pilot Mound Township Board will accept quotes for Class 2 crushed rock which meets specifications. Two quotes per company are needed: delivered and spread by June 30, 2017 and from the pile price. Also quotes for ice rock and rip rap delivered are needed. Quotes are to be on a ton basis. Certificates of Insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes are to be sent or delivered to the township clerk on or before 5:00 P.M. March 7, 2017. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Printed withSullivan, Soy ink William Clerk Publish 20,27

Printed with

Soy inK

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-17-99 Estate of: Louise Jefferis Peterson, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated September 16, 2009 and codicil(s) to the will, and separate writings(s) under Minnesota Statutes section 524.2-513 (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Robert P. Jefferis whose address is 23274 WoodfordTehachapi Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 501B.41, subdivision 5. Dated: February 15, 2017 /s/James D. Attwood Registrar Attorney for Applicant David L. Forman BAUDLER MAUS FORMAN & KING, LLP 108 North Main Street Austin, MN 55912 Attorney License No: 206039 Telephone: 507-433-2393 FAX: 507-433-9530 Email: dforman@baudlerlaw.com Publish 20,27

507.886.7469 (SHOW)

JEM THEATRE

you See he at t es vi Mo

Cal lt Ver o ify Mov ie

Tickets ~ $5 Adult • $4 Kids & Seniors

The Lego baTman movie Friday, February 24th.........7:30Pm saturday, February 25th......4Pm & 7:30Pm sunday, February 26th........7:30Pm Rated PG • Run Time: 1 hour 30 min

Lego BuiLding Contest

JOIN US!

saturday, February 25

Prizes awarded • any skill level • ages 3-12 • starts at 2:30Pm

Bluegrass ConCert ChuCk lahr and the Purdy river band sunday, February 26 • 2-4Pm • admission $10 kids 12 & under - Free Bring your own Bucket for popcorn everyday & save! www.jemmovies.com • 507-886-7469

AUCTION CALENDAR Mon., February 20, 2017 at 6pm - Bred cow & heifer auction, Lanesboro Sales Commission. For more info, call Joe, 507-450-6763. Listing in the Journal

Sat., February 25, 2017 at 12pm - Bred cow & heifer auction, Decorah Sales Commission. For more info, call Joe, 507-450-6763. Listing

in the Journal

Through February 22, 2017 at 1pm - Farm real estate located approx. 2.5 miles south of Harmony, MN. 190 acres total, 177 of those acres tillable cropland. For more information, contact Greg Schieber, 507-886-6131. Listing in the Journal

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 26 at 5:30pm - Guns, ammo, coins, tools, snowmobiles, new sporting goods, archery items, furniture, household, antiques 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 Tue., February 28 at 6pm - Guns, scopes, vehicles, tractors, wildlife prints, toy tractors, hardware and much more! Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction. For more info and complete listing, call Tony, 507-259-7502 or www. tmracompany.com. Listing in 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

We’re riding along with 1,000 passengers of 33 Rochester City Lines Mayo Clinic commuter buses traveling to 40 cities in 10 counties in our region!

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

services

Besse Auto Detailing. Make your car look new. Now offering glass parency. Pick up and delivery available. (507) 765-2471. s6tfn-o

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 20, 2017

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

6WDWH +Z\ 0DEHO 01 &UDLJ +HQU\ 6KRS Â&#x2021; 0RELOH

FILLMORE COUNTY WEB DESIGN. Affordable Mobile Websites. Lanesboro, MN. donlukkason.com, 507-429-2458. s20EOWtfn-x

6&+52('(5 '5<:$//

Randy Haakenson â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Residential â&#x20AC;˘ Agricultural

507-886-4600

*"Ă&#x160; Â&#x153;Ă?Ă&#x160;Ă&#x201C;Ă&#x2021;Ă&#x17D;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160;Ă&#x2021;Ă¤Ă&#x160;{Ă&#x152;Â&#x2026;Ă&#x160;-Ă&#x152;Â°Ă&#x160; 7]Ă&#x160; >Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x201C;Â&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x17E;Ă&#x160; Ă&#x160;Ă&#x160;xxÂ&#x2122;Ă&#x17D;Â&#x2122;

No Job Too Big or Too Small

DG 8:AA E=DC:/

TNT Lawn & Snow Service *%,")'."+,** B6@: 6GG6C<:B:CIH CDL ;DG NDJG HCDL G:BDK6A Â&#x2122; >CHJG:9 Â&#x2122; >8: B6C6<:B:CI

Â&#x2122; HIJBE <G>C9>C< Â&#x2122; HCDL EADL>C<

;G:: :HI>B6I:H

REAL ESTATE

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

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn-x

TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, Inc.

326 Parkside Dr. SE Res 507-765-2297 Preston, MN 55965 Cell 507-251-5535

86AA/ *%,"'+-").,,

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

Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507251-5297. r28tfn- x

Drywall Hanging â&#x20AC;˘ Taping â&#x20AC;˘ Texturing Rusty Schroeder â&#x20AC;&#x153;FREE ESTIMATESâ&#x20AC;? 507-765-3648

&$// )25 $// <285 5(3$,5 1(('6

BUILD FOREVER.

FOR SALE

FOR RENT

RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL

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

WANTED

services

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

We are proud to offer these services: s $/4 )NSPECTIONS ON YOUR PICKUP TRAILER s )NSTALL " 7 GOOSENECK HITCHES s )NSTALL BRAKE CONTROLLERS s 4RAILER BRAKE REPAIR s ,IGHT REPAIR ON TRAILERS s 7IRING REPAIR ON PICKUPS AND TRAILERS s 7ELDING REPAIR AND MODIlCATIONS ON STEEL AND ALUMINUM TRAILERS s6IEW OUR INVENTORY AT www.ironsidetrailersales.net We are looking forward to helping you with all your trailer needs!

REAL ESTATE

TWO BEDROOM UPSTAIRS apartment in Peterson. Utilities not included. No pets, no smoking. Applicants will be screened. 507-875-2643. 6-tfn-o

Prairie View Apts.

Saturday, Feb. 25 8 am - 12 noon

www.lifestyleinc.net

tdd 507-451-0704

Equal Housing Opportunity

REAL ESTATE TWINHOME WITH NO STEPS

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

BEAUTIFUL TURN OF THE CENTURY HOME

REDUCED 10K

$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

1147 JOHN & MARY DR. SE, CHATFIELD

SOLD

â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Full baths â&#x20AC;˘ 722 sq.

NEW LISTING $159,900 224 MILL CREEK ROAD NW, CHATFIELD #4077093

â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bath â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car Garage â&#x20AC;˘ 1,480 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Everything on Main Level â&#x20AC;˘ Handicap Accessible â&#x20AC;˘ 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Doors â&#x20AC;˘ In-floor heat â&#x20AC;˘ Gas Fireplace â&#x20AC;˘ Master Suite with walk-in closet â&#x20AC;˘ Creek view â&#x20AC;˘ No Association Fee â&#x20AC;˘ Great location â&#x20AC;˘ Quick Possession

SATURDAY FEB. 25, 2017

$156,900 #4074414

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

AFFORDABLE ACREAGE ON BLACKTOP

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

F>0 +&-#-,+#('+' '#.&&#+//#&*.' _d j^[ +&- Wh[W <Wn0 +&-#-,+#(*,.

NEW PRICE

428 HILLSIDE DR SE, CHATFIELD

$244,900 #4073229

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

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY - DUPLEX

GREAT STARTER HOME!

NEW SEPTIC

2.5 ACRES

$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

REDUCED 10K

306 1ST ST E, FOUNTAIN

$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

For more information on these listings and others visit ...â&#x20AC;Ś..

NEW PRICE

205 HUDSON AVE, CANTON

;cW_b0 d[mi6Ă&#x201E;bbceh[Yekdjo`ekhdWb$Yec M[Xi_j[0 mmm$Ă&#x201E;bbceh[Yekdjo`ekhdWb$Yec

REAL ESTATE ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANNE NEW PRICE

122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD

$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

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE

11:3O AM ~ 12:30 PM

10:0O AM ~ 11:00 AM

204 DIVISION ST NE, CHATFIELD

$189,900 106 FILLMORE ST NE, CHATFIELD #4076078

NEW CONSTRUCTION!

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

homes@timdanielson.com

SOLD 235 5TH AVE SE, HARMONY â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms D â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car SOâ&#x20AC;˘ 2LBaths,

fbWY[ Wd WZ _d j^[

507-213-7788

507-458-0950

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Main floor bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘Â¨2 Updated

FRUIT & NUT TREES. Blueberry, Strawberry, Grape, Asparagus, Evergreen & Hardwood Plants & MORE! FREE catalog. WOODSTOCK NURSERY, N1831 Hwy 95, Neillsville, WI 54456. Toll Free 888-803-8733 wallace-woodstock.com (MCN)

FREE tours of our smoke free, spacious apartment homes. Immediate openings! FREE heat, water, trash, snow removal! Refreshments & coffee too!

HWY 30 RUSHFORD, MN

712 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD

FIRST CROP ROUND BALES. No rain. $40. Call 507-875-2630. s20,27-o

<_bb j^[ lWYWdYo$$$

House, 46Wx58L pole shed and multiple other out buildings

HAY FOR SALE. Small squares and large rounds. No rain. Also, large round corn stalk bales, Fountain. Call 507-2512870. 13,20,27,6-x

<EH H;DJ

408 Minnesota St ~ Ostrander

HOBBY FARM

ELCOR Realty Co.

Central Boiler certified Classic Edge OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. The perfect combination of performance and value. Call Today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533-4523. s6,13,20-o

Open House

FOR SALE

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

Wood pallets. All sizes and wood colors. $5 each. Call 507-251-5297. s23tfn-x

Trailer Sale: TOW Dollies 4 models Starting at $999.00;6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;X12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; V-nose, ramp door $2,750.00; 4-Place Snowmobiletrailers SAVE$$; Scissor lift trailers; Dump trailers 14 Models starting at $2,799.00; FUEL TANK trailers; Trailer Repairs & 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of trailer parts. www.FortDodgeTrailerWorld.com 515972-4554 (MCN)

SCENIC VIEW TOWNHOMES s 3PACIOUS BEDROOMS s !TTACHED GARAGES INCLUDED s "EAUTIFUL AREA s 3TARTING AT Income restrictions apply. s 2USHFORD -. WWW PARAMARK US

1 70.75 ACRES located 5 miles north of Highland, MN - 130 tillable with Tama & Fayette soils plus hunting land - will split - call Ken @ ALC: 1-651-3241555. e30,6,13,20,27-x

10 ACRES

Page 33

$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

www.timdanielson.com

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; 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

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Page 34

REAL ESTATE

Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

200 N. HURON AVE SPRING VALLEY • $134,900

UCED

Spacious 4 bdrm, 2 bath home situated on large corner lot. Flooring is updated and new carpet. Knock down ceilings, some new sheet rock, eatin 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

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.

$265,000

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25 10:30AM-12PM

THE MARKET IS STILL STRONG...

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!

111 E. LOWELL LEROY • $90,000

814 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $23,000

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!

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!

New Ofﬁce

$189,900

REAL ESTATE

LET ME HELP you FIND THE PERFECT HOME OR ACREAGE!

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

208 W. GRANT ST. SPRING VALLEY • $139,900

UCED

RED

Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com

OPEN HOUSE

REAL ESTATE

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

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

RED

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, February 20, 2017

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

Results

1616 HILL ST SW CHATFIELD

BUILDING LOT FOR SALE $39,500

Commercial Opportunities

385 HILLSIDE SR. SE CHATFIELD

$135,000

Spud Boy Diner

$725,000

14807 HIGHWAY 30 SE (West Chatfield) • Wooded 4.51 acres • Quiet setting Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to 105 PARKWAY AVE beautiful scenery • Opening living and family room • CHATFIELD LANESBORO Large remodeled master bedroom • Remodeled bath golf course • Open to builders • City Utilities 6.58 acres • Close to new elementary • Edge of • Large kitchen and dining • Patio • 2 car garage • Commercial building city limits • Blacktop road • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Maintenance free siding • Price includes new septic ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Wood floors • Covered patio • Deck • Built-ins • 2 car Diner Car) • High traffic area • Scenic Lanesboro • $149,500 attached garage • 4+ heated garage/shop (1,536 sq. FORESTVILLE STATE PARK $69,900 300 KIRKWOOD ST E. Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property ft) • 2 additional out buildings • Sold as-is LANESBORO $68,500

3 story building with finished basement • 8 rental units for income • All bar equipment will stay • Newer elevator • Newer sprinkler system • Updated and ready for business • Ideal for bar, restaurant, office runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating space, any type of retail • Unlimited possibilities • 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, • Turn key operation Was a hotel, medical center and bar 3 bedrooms • d/o • formal dining room • living room • large open fishing, camping • Private • Ideal for

431 AVE C CHATFIELD

2 bedroom • large lot • garage • some newer windows CED

REDU

$98,900

626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD

3 bedrooms • large fenced yard • newer windows • living room • dining room • covered patio quiet street

kitchen w/ dining • wood ﬂoors • main ﬂoor laundry • enclosed porch • patio • deck • 2 car garage • storage shed • private yard overlooking Sylvan Park • shop area in lower level $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 builtins • Steel siding • Screened-in porch • Private back yard • Storage shed • Move-in ready

house or cabin

$110,000

$108,500

Commercial building

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

Old bank building • 3 vaults still available • Multiple Ofﬁce Space • Unlimited potential for investment • 3 rentals on 2nd levels • Enclosed porch area

Ofﬁce 507-886-4221

Scenic setting & ideal location. Main ﬂoor living plus ﬁnished walkout basement. $118,900

304 THIRD ST N, CANTON

Spacious home with newer addition, updated kitchen plus family room w/ ﬁreplace. Basement bed, bath & rec area. 2 car att heated garage. $129,900

PENDING

100 Elmwood St E • LANESBORO Opportunity is knocking!

Inn with owners’ living area PRICE REDUCED!

HARMONY

Be your own boss! Renovated commercial building, turn your talents into an enjoyable career.

24280 COUNTY 14, PRESTON 104 ROBERT ST. OSTRANDER 160 4TH NE, HARMONY

Great location at the Head of the State Bike Trail • Updated and remodeled • Ideal for retail, ofﬁce space, storage, rental space • Over 4,000 sq. ft. • Unlimited potential

2606 Village Rd, DECORAH

Love where you live! Just blocks from the Upper Iowa River & easy drive to Decorah. Spacious home w/attached 2 car and large corner lot. $127,900

Roxanne Johnson

2606 Village Rd, BLUFFTON

Make it your own!

Buildable lots NOLAN VALLEY LOT - 6.37 ACRES OUTSIDE OF MABEL 418 Preston St. NW, PRESTON FAITH TRAIL - 2.38 ACRES NEAR Larger than it appears! Twinhome on LANESBORO corner lot, no monthly fees. Main ﬂoor HARMONY - SUBDIVISION WITH COUNTRY living w/ﬁnished walkout basement. Quick VIEWS & BUILDING INCENTIVE! NO BUILDER possession available! $118,900 RESTRICTIONS.

90 MAIN STREET FOUNTAIN Commercial building

our ! y l l a C gents a local

www.SEMNrealestate.com

364 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD 44959 Plummer St, RUSHFORD the snow blower & the lawn mower! Live Well built w/lots of space. Main floor Sell418 worryPreston free in this bright condo w/ St.open NW, &PRESTON living w/finished walkout basement. generous storage & a private patio. 1 car living, garage. move $124,900 right in! Sun room w/fireplace and nice view. Simpleattached

$114,900

137 ST. PAUL ST PRESTON

Select Properties

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

15 2ND ST SE CHATFIELD Commercial building

3 bed, 2 bath ranch near Upper Iowa River. $127,000

243 S SILVER ST, WYKOFF

Affordable small town living. 2 bedroom w/deck, hot tub, and nice backyard.

Broker/Owner Cell: 507-458-6110 roxanne@harmonytel.net MN & IA Licensed 25 W Center St Harmony, MN 55939

Pending

SOLD

245 1ST AVE SW, HARMONY 45 1ST AVE SW, HARMONY 101 W FILLMORE AVE, CANTON 45 1ST AVE NE, HARMONY

GET THE PROFESSIONAL ADVANTAGE WHEN PURCHASING OR SELLING YOUR HOME WITH ROXANNE & KELSEY 1 / Ê /-ÊUÊ-/ * 9 -/ *Ê 1 ÊUÊ , Ê 19 ,Ê " -1 / / " ÊUÊ," -/ ,Ê -Ê ,‘ FROM MARKETING TO BUYING... WE’RE OPENING ALL THE RIGHT DOORS FOR YOU! 26284 Jack Pine Rd, PRESTON

Kelsey Bergey

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

Hurricane news

February 2017

For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.houston.k12.mn.us

‘Canes Care Helps Houston Community

Sno-Daze Royalty

Noah Carney and Alyvia King were crowned Sno-Daze king and queen on Monday, January 23! Included in the Court were: Emma Yocum, Tyler Albrecht, Audrey Stilin, Brandon Chapel, Ariel Heyer, Dylan Yocum, and Emily Graham. King Noah and Queen Alyvia reigned over SnoDaze festivities the week which ended with the Sno-Daze dance on January 28!

On Tuesday, January 31, the Houston girls basketball team organized and completed a fundraiser ('Canes Care) during their game vs Spring Grove. The 'Canes Care fundraiser was able to raise an all-time high in its three-year existence. With everyone's hard work and support, the girls basketball program was able to raise $1,050.00 for Houston area cancer patients and their families. All proceeds will be donated to Houston Area Cancer Support, Inc. The Hurricane girls basketball program wants to thank everyone who helped to make this a success.

on,

Houston and Caledonia have a cooperative sponsorship to form the Caledonia/Houston Wrestling team. The game on February 7 vs. Wabasha-Kellogg was the only wrestling match to be held in Houston this year.

Don't forget to register for KinderConnection!

Kids in the Kitchen Easy Dessert Class! We had a blast making edible cookie dough, peanut butter brownie bites, and a pudding "trifle." We had a lot of smiles and a lot of messy hands! We discussed kitchen safety, the importance of measuring, and cleaning as we go. The kids got to take home lots of goodies to share with their families!

This FREE program is for children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2017 and their parents. KinderConnection's first meeting is Thursday, March 16 at 6:00 PM at the elementary school. Children will receive a free book each week they attend and will receive a container of school supplies at the conclusion of the program. For more information call 507-896-5323 option 2.

The Houston School Board welcomes its newest member

Josh Norlien. Congratulations Josh!

Hurricane Page Sponsored By:

M ound Insurance co. Houston, MN 507-896-3150 P rairie 800-846-6914or M utual sInce 1884

www.moundprairiemutual.com

507-896-3127 710 E Cedar St Houston, MN www.HoffFuneral.com

Open Saturdays 8am-2pm

507.896.3332

Your Partner in agriculture Agronomy • Feed • Grain Marketing

5011 State 76, Houston, MN 55943

www.fce.coop | 507-864-7733 /townandcountrystore

Fax 507.896.3335

Serving: Artisan Fresh roasted Coffee, Mini Doughnuts and Soft Serve Frozen Custard Fresh Whole Bean Coffee for purchase 101 W Cedar St. Houston MN

save 250

4 days only!

an extra

february 22-25 JOHN DEERE D140 TRACTOR NO INTEREST IF PAID IN FULL WITHIN 12 MONTHS!

• 22 hp • 48” Mower Deck • 2-Year Warranty

SNOWBLOWERS AVAILABLE!

$2,699

JOHN DEERE X738 TRACTOR

$13,099

SAVE $900!

$203/MO

JOHN DEERE Z535M ZERO TURN

• 54” Mower Deck • 25 hp, 8.5 mph • 4-Year Warranty • 4.9% for 48 Months

$12,899 $214/MO

SAVE $800!

JOHN DEERE Z540R ZERO TURN

• Stk #57748 • 60” Mower Deck • 24 hp, 9 mph • 4-Year Warranty • 4.9% for 48 Months

$4,599

$4,499

SAVE $100!

$103/MO

NEW! JOHN DEERE 2038R TRACTOR • 38 hp • 4WD

$23,958

$21,700

year warranty

0% FOR 84 MO.

/MO $271 OR 0% FOR 60 MO. $361/MO SAVE $2,258!

JOHN DEERE 5065E TRACTOR

year warranty

$6,499

SAVE $8,853!

JOHN DEERE XUV 625i GATOR • Stk #55189 • Only 15 Hours! • Green & Yellow • Alloy Wheels • 25 mph • 23 hp

$149/MO

JOHN DEERE 3025E TRACTOR

• 25 hp • 4WD

$17,475

$13,250

year warranty

/MO $129 OR 0% FOR 60 MO. $220/MO SAVE $3,225!

JOHN DEERE 5065E TRACTOR

TRACTOR & 512 LOADER PACKAGE!

JOHN DEERE XUV 590i GATOR

3.9 FOR %

MONTHS!

SAVE $1,000!

507-346-7375

507-534-3116

507-932-4030

$2,799 $64/MO

$60/MO

JOHN DEERE Z915B ZERO TURN

• Stk #53627 • 54” Mower Deck • 25 hp • 10 mph • 3-Year Warranty

0% FOR

$10,1555

SAVE $1,615!

JOHN DEERE 3032E TRACTOR

year warranty

/MO $253 OR 0% FOR 60 MO. $337/MO

SAVE $4,818!

JOHN DEERE 5075E TRACTOR

/MO $99 OR 0% FOR 60 MO. $169/MO SAVE $1,907!

JOHN DEERE 4044M TRACTOR

• 44 hp • 4WD

$27,151

year warranty

0% FOR 84 MO. WITH 25% DOWN

0% FOR 84 MO.

SAVE $7,253!

JOHN DEERE XUV 825i GATOR

$11,500 $158/MO

LEROY

610 W Main St

507-324-5201

/MO $199 OR 0% FOR 60 MO. $365/MO SAVE $5,251!

2013 JOHN DEERE 5085M TRACTOR • Stk #59556 • 4WD • Includes Loader! • Used - 913 Hours • 85 hp

year warranty

• Stk #57736 • Green & Yellow • Extreme Terrain Tires • 44 mph • 50 hp

3.9 FOR %

MONTHS!

$38,000 JOHN DEERE RSX 860i GATOR

3.9% FOR

• Stk #57222 • Green & Yellow • Power Steering • Roof • 60 mph • 62 hp

MONTHS!

$16,223

SAVE $559! AUSTIN

2001 4th St NW

507-437-6625

$12,999 $177/MO

SAVE $3,224!

NORTHFIELD

32980 Northfield Blvd

507-645-4886

www.SEMAEquip.com Spring Valley Location Only

Sale ends February 25, 2017. Financing options subject to approved credit by John Deere Financial. 0% Financing for 84 months includes a 5% participation fee. Some restrictions apply; other special rates and terms may be available, so see your dealer for details and other financing options. Available at participating dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Valid only at participating US Dealers. Attachments pictured are extra unless otherwise stated.

year warranty

$21,900

$20,249

507-824-2256

0% FOR 84 MO. WITH 20% DOWN

TRACTOR, LOADER, REAR BLADE PACKAGE!

WANAMINGO

JOHN DEERE 1023E TRACTOR

• 23 hp • 4WD

$12,062

MONTHS!

$119/MO

11555 Hwy 60 Blvd

5 gift card

$2,599

$12,059

ST. CHARLES

bring this for a free ad in

• 42” Mower Deck • 22 hp • 7 mph • 2-Year Warranty • 4.9% for 48 Months

$500/MO

• Stk #56624 • Green & Yellow • Power Steering • 45+ mph • 32 hp

11906 Hwy 14

NEW! JOHN DEERE Z335M ZERO TURN NEW! JOHN DEERE Z345R ZERO TURN

• 42” Mower Deck • 20 hp • 7 mph • 2-Year Warranty • 4.9% for 48 Months

OR 0% FOR 60 MO.

PLAINVIEW 55083 Co Rd 4

$168/MO

$27,500

3 YEAR/300 HRS PER YEAR

SPRING VALLEY 1013 S Section Ave

$7,299

$136/MO

$34,753

$6,153/yr

$146/MO

$5,899

• Stk #53705 • 4WD • 75 hp • Open Station

year warranty

JOHN DEERE X580 TRACTOR • 54” Mower Deck • 24 hp • Power Steering • 4-Year Warranty • 4.9% for 48 Months

$25,067

0% FOR 84 MO. WITH 20% DOWN

$10,699

RE RETURN!

JOHN DEERE X570 TRACTOR

• Stk #57635

$11,699

UONTFALM

tractors

• 48” Mower Deck • 24 hp • 4-Year Warranty • 4.9% for 48 Months

$7,149

LEASE FOR

$34,000

on all compact

$8,764

• Stk #55716 • 2WD, Open Station

$42,853

$9,995

JOHN DEERE X739 TRACTOR • 54” Mower Deck • 25.5 hp • 4WD • 4-Wheel Steering • 4-Year Warranty • 0% for 60 Months

$13,699

$12,199

$616/MO

SAVE $500!

$62/MO

• 54” Mower Deck • Power Steering • 4WD • 4-Year Warranty • 0% for 60 Months

OR 0% FOR 60 MO.

JOHN DEERE X350 TRACTOR • 42” Mower Deck • 18.5 hp • 4-Year Warranty • 4.9% for 48 Months

$3,199

$1,999

• Stk #53701 • 4WD • Comfort Cab! • 65 hp

CALEDONIA

201 N Hwy 44/76

507-725-7000