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Gavin P., Ivar S., and Ethen B. enjoying time together at Learn & Play Daycare in Chatfield, Minn.

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Kids love to “Learn & Play” explains that the entire staff gets “children” bring their own chilto know not only the children dren to the daycare which she barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com but also their families. Most really enjoys.

Jeanette Kappers, who is a fillTwo things children love are of the teachers at Learn & Play to learn and to play. Two things are from the area, and so are the in teacher, has worked at Learn parents want are for their chil- families, so they see each other & Play Daycare for four years dren to be safe and well-cared at places other than the daycare. and works in all daycare rooms for. At Learn & Play Daycare A relationship builds not only as needed. Ms. Jeanette says in Chatfield, Minn. parents and with the daycare children but that “it’s just a fun job” at Learn their family and extended family & Play Daycare. Ms. Jeanette children get what they need. lives on a farm and says that the Learn & Play Daycare was as well.

Teacher Jenny Dahley has children “enjoy hearing about opened in 2006 and is owned

by Everett Wright and Molly worked at Learn & Play Daycare the farm” stating that “right Bernard. Everett thought it was for six years and enjoys her time now we have baby chicks with a good idea to open a daycare with the children. Ms. Jenny baby lambs coming soon” which as there is always a demand and states that she likes how “fami- the children will no doubt have he also thought it would be lies keep coming” to the daycare many questions about. Ms. Jeaa good business venture. But as they grow with the addition nette enjoys being able to work once inside the daycare it does of more children. Ms. Jenny in every classroom and being not feel like a business it feels spends her time with the chil- able to spend time with all of like a family. Yes, a very large dren keeping busy with activi- the children.

Sherri Briggman has been a family, but a family none the ties such as art, books, singing, less. Doug Wright, Director and group time. Ms. Jenny said teacher at Learn & Play since of Learn & Play Daycare, says that she used to babysit years that “it’s not just daycare” and ago and has now seen those See LEARN & PLAY Page 12 

By Barb Jeffers

The Kingsland School Board met Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. in the Kingsland conference room with a full agenda. All members were present as well as Superintendent McDonald.

All consent agenda items were approved including February 2013 bills. A public thank you was given to Red Essig for a donation of two hundred dollars for Project Lead The Way. Finance/Facilities committee met and discussed school safety.

They have also been in touch with Custom Alarm for possible services, discussed boiler maintenance, and air conditioning problems that are being addressed. The committee has also been looking for quotes for an electronic message sign. The committee reviewed efficiency, discussed re-organization, and reviewed capital outlay expenditures.

The Curriculum/Personnel

Committee met February 11, 2013. The Special Education Director spoke about funding and staffing, and the committee discussed Driver’s Education providers. The committee made note that the Spring musical is in need of a pianist and a musical director.

The Policy/PR Committee met January 28, 2013 and reviewed policies, discussed a monthly newsletter, and ways to better promote Kingsland.

Business management included work on the 2013-14 budget.

Principal Hecimovich spoke about the Project Lead The Way meeting which was to be held the following day, February 21st.

He also discussed College In Schools (CIS) and explained that CIS students went through the Riverland registration process. Discussed KHS registration course offering for 201314. Snow week was held with activities such as dress up day, wacky tacky Thursday. The Ag Olympics are scheduled to take See KINGSLAND Page 3 

Saturday U.S. mail delivery a victim of the Digital Age All mail will be delivered Monday through Friday. The change karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com in policy is estimated to save Postmaster general Patrick the cash strapped federal agency Donahoe announced on Febru- about $2 billion per year. ary 6 a new policy to save money The intention is to again make which would eliminate Saturday the United States Postal Service delivery of mail beginning in (USPS) financially stable and to early August 2013. However, keep U.S. Mail affordable. This Saturday delivery of packages, could be just another step to be mail order medicines, Priority taken to make the USPS more Mail, Express Mail, and mail to efficient. Other steps already post office boxes where a Post taken over the last seven years Office is currently open on SatSee U.S. MAIL Page 13  urday will continue.

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place on Friday, February 22nd.

Snow week ends with a ski trip to Welch Village on Saturday, February 23rd.

Kingsland’s TEKnights first robotics will be competing in Duluth at the Northern Lights Regional Competition on March 7-9, 2013. PLTW business partners will meet on Thursday, February 21, 2013.

Principal Priebe discussed training at PEM on formative assessments collaboration with colleagues in the SEMLAC cooperative, and Kingsland Professional Learning Community (PLC). Ipads will be going out to the third grade soon.

Parent meetings are scheduled for Wednesday, February 27 and Thursday, February 28 to give parents an opportunity to understand the process.

Present numbers projected for the 2013-14 school year are Kindergarten - 60 students, First Grade - 53 students, Second Grade - 57 students, Third Grade - 38 students, Fourth Grade - 53 students, Fifth Grade - 41 students, and Sixth Grade - 42 students.

Tom Speltz, Athletic Director, discussed the expenses if Kingsland were to start a Dance Team. Total first year expenses would be approximately 25,762.00, with the main expense being uniforms.

Superintendent McDonald announced that Kingsland will be featured in EDTECH magazine in the Spring. EDTECH is a nationwide technology magazine. They spend a day at KHS obtaining material for the article.

The school board approved starting a monthly newsletter which will be in available in

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both electronic and paper forms.

Superintendent McDonald discussed having an electronic message sign installed. There has been a “sign fund” established with approximately 11,000 12,000 dollars in the fund thus far. Quotes are being collected and more information will be provided at the March meeting.

Three resignations were accepted for Key Club advisor, 7th Grade volleyball coach, and pre-school Para-professional.

Hiring of two High School Special Education Para-professionals were approved. The hiring of a school psychologist was approved. Key Club advisor was approved. Spring coaching staff was approved. An adjustment to the Administrative Assistant position was approved.

The next meeting will take place Monday, March 18, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. in the Kingsland Conference Room.

the live owl programs Owl Festival a hoot for families areAsthealways, smash hit of the Festival If you’re tired of winter and are chomping at the bit to get out and do something fun, mark off March 1-3 on your calendar for the International Festival of Owls in Houston, MN. While the “International” part of the name might make you think the Festival is only for stuffy researchers, you’ll find that it’s actually very fun for families of all interest levels.

(You’ll also find that there isn’t such a thing as a “stuffy owl researcher” because these folks are all passionate about what they do.)

In addition to the excellent biological and cultural presentations from the World Owl Hall of Fame

award winners from Germany, Kenya, and Taiwan, you’ll find a plethora of children’s activities: owl crafts, a kids’ owl calling contest, professional owl face painting, owl-themed food, and a hatch-day party for Alice the Great Horned Owl. This year there are also two interactive programs for children. Friday night features the “Owls and Us Game Show” best for children ages 8-12 and Sunday morning offers a “Build an Owl” program aimed toward children ages 4-8.

Both include an appearance by Alice the Great Horned Owl and plenty of participation by the kids.

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with people of all ages and interest levels. After all, who isn’t wowed by seeing an owl up close or having one fly over their head? Jacques Nuzzo of the Illinois Raptor Center will present four high-energy, entertaining live owl programs featuring a variety of live owls and a few special guests.

If you’d like to avoid the crowds, you are strongly encouraged to attend the Festival on Friday or Sunday. Saturday’s events are so highly attended that sometimes the live owl programs are nearly standing room only in the back of the gymnasium.

Advanced registration is only required for the Banquet, Birding and Natural History Bus Trip, and Outdoor Photography Sessions with the Owls. (Registration fees increase after February 24.) An admission button is required for most other events, which can be purchased at the door. Additional fees apply for nest box building, pellet dissection, and face painting.

For more information and to see a short video with highlights of last year’s Festival, go to www.festivalofowls.com.

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C ommentary To insure domestic tranquility and promote the general welfare

By Yvonne Nyenhuis It appears that if we want to “Insure Domestic Tranquility and Promote the General Welfare,” we Americans will have to find a way to combat the growing violence in our society.

I was taught that all of us are born into this world for a purpose.

Yvonne We are all Nyenhuis unique and it is through education that we learn about the world, discover our own potential and where we fit in the big picture. In order for these gifts to be realized, children need to be nurtured from the moment they come into the world. They need a safe environment, encouragement and opportunity. Where it is needed the community must supplement what parents cannot provide. If we fail to do this we squander our greatest resource.

Worse, without direction, these children will grow up, in some cases, making poor choices, causing us to expand our prison system.

This is not the time for “austerity.” If we provide jobs in infrastructure, invest in research, hire teachers and police officers there will be a demand for goods and services which will promote growth in the private sector. As revenue increases we can pay down the deficit. Putting parents back to work would not only grow the economy, but it would provide stability for families where children could feel secure and thrive.

Testing students should be for the purpose of finding out what they know and what they need to know, not as a means to regulate teacher’s pay or determine how money is allotted to schools.

Students should be taught to reason, employ critical thinking, to restrain anger, and to be persevering and patient. “Bullying” could be virtually eliminated if children find there is power in helping their classmates rather than hurting or belittling them.

In the sixties we saw black and white images of cowboys flicker across our TV screens.We were told the West was won by the “Colt 45.” We watched Matt Dillon in “Gun Smoke.” John Wayne was our hero. The characters he played won their battles against evil with their fists or guns. Violence was an acceptable way to resolve conflict. In recent years our appetite for violence has increased. “Rambo” and “The Exterminator” joined our mythology. Like junk food makes us physically unhealthy, a diet of violent images tends to desensitize us and make us accepting of violence as a way of solving our problems.

Particularly disturbing are the leaders of our country who see diplomacy as weakness and seek a military solution to our problems.

When will these leaders come to realize that dropping bombs on people doesn’t “win hearts and minds!” Invading Iraq did not make the world a safer place.

The NRA over the last fifty years has contributed significantly to the climate of fear and paranoia in our country. Their main purpose is not to protect our “second amendment rights.” It is to sell guns. There is nothing in the President’s gun proposal that threatens our rights to hunt or protect our homes. The idea of a “neighborhood watch” is to report to police suspicious activity in the area. The Police are trained to resolve conflict, using violence as the last resort. George Zimmerman had a “license to carry

a hand gun.” What he lacked was good judgment. If he had stayed in his car and let the police check out his suspicions, Trayvon Martin would still be alive. Easy access to weapons combined with drugs and alcohol intensifies danger.

Recently a Senator was stopped for drunk driving. There was a weapon on the seat beside him.

In recent years we have been engulfed in a wave of technology. Our children are hooked up to iPods, iPhones, Facebook and tweeting. They are inundated with information. It is important that they learn to “control this technology” and not let technology control them!

They need to step back from this phenomenon. There should be time to reflect and make choices.

A major discipline that could change our culture is to incorporate Yoga into our children’s daily routine throughout their lives. Yoga encourages us to slow down, to become centered and find a peaceful place inside ourselves where we can go to refresh our spirits.

Another important part of maintaining balance in our lives is keeping a connection with Nature.

People come to Lanesboro to hunt in the woods and ride bicycles on the trail along the Root River.

To be truly human we need to embrace the wonders, the miracles and the beauty of the world around us: to increase awareness and live in the moment.

When we learn to sing, dance, play a musical instrument, paint we become a part of the creative process. The future of our country depends on our ability to see the truth and the courage to make that truth a reality.

Letter about Farmers Elevator To the Editor, In the last newsletter from the Farmers Elevator in Rushford to their customers, the manager and the board of directors are pondering the near lack of a quorum at the annual meeting. They don’t seem to have a clue that either they or a previous manager and board of directors created this problem themselves by taking away the right to vote and not paying dividends to 83 farmers because they did not buy at least $11,000 of goods and services from the coop. Why would I go to the meeting if I can’t vote? They talk about increasing sales, but this kind of action chases businesses away. The right to vote and an annual dividend is what created loyalty to a cooperative. Most of these eliminated members are now buying some of their inputs elsewhere. The timing of this

decision seems like retaliation by management and the board for patrons failing to support their recommendation to sell out to the Goodhue Farmers Elevator. Their wish could become a reality if the co-op gets down to 50 patrons in their four stores or, sadly, it could pass into private hands as a bin site for mega farmers. How many jobs will be eliminated if that happens?

They thought they could increase sales by buying the Benson Farm Services in Lewiston. The increase in sales they talk about can be mostly attributed to the increase in the cost of seed corn and fertilizers in the past few years. So what happened to the money that was usually paid out as dividends to small farmers?

Something to think about.

Robert Anfinson Peterson, MN

Representative Greg Davids invites public to respond to session survey ST. PAUL, MN - With the 2013 Legislative Session underway, State Representative Greg Davids (R‑Preston) wants to know how the public feels about several issues that will be making news at the Capitol.

“We once again face a budget deficit, and lawmakers will also be deciding how to create more jobs in this state,” Davids said.

“As we move forward, citizen input on these and other issues will be crucial. That’s why I

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strongly encourage everyone to respond to my session survey.”

Davids said his 2013 Legislative Questionnaire will appear as an advertisement in this newspaper. Once completed, it can be clipped out and mailed directly back to Representative Davids.

Davids also invites anyone to contact him with comments or concerns during the 2011 session. He can be reached by phone at (651) 296-9278. He can also be contacted via e-mail at rep.greg.davids@house.mn, or via U.S. Mail at 283 State Office Building, St. Paul, MN55155.

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Government this week • Monday, Feb. 25, Chatfield City Council, Chatfield City Hall, 7:00 p.m.

• Monday, Feb. 25, Rushford City Council, Rushford City Hall, 6:30 p.m.

• Monday, Feb. 25, Spring Valley City Council, Spring Valley City Hall, 6:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, Feb. 26, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9am.

• Tuesday, Feb. 26, Fillmore Central School Board, 6:30pm.

Schedule subject to change.

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Governor Dayton: Right idea, but not a state issue

By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal & Olmsted County Journal Cell: 507-251-5297 jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com This may not be an exciting issue to talk about, but it is relevant to every business and consumer in the state of Minnesota.

Among many tax policy changes pro- Jason Sethre posed by Governor Dayton in his latest budget proposal, he is attempting to tackle the unrealized sales tax lost as a result of Internet transactions.

Here’s how Dayton’s propaganda reads, relating to addressing this issue.

Affiliate Nexus – Minnesota E-Fairness Minnesota and other states lose millions of dollars each year in tax that is owed on sales from out-ofstate sellers, such as Amazon and other Internet or catalog retailers.

If the governor’s E-Fairness proposal is adopted, Amazon and other out-of-state retailers with affiliates or sponsors who sell on their behalf in Minnesota would have nexus here. As a result, they would have to collect and pay sales tax when they sell taxable items to Minnesota residents or businesses.

This proposal would generate about $5 million a year in revenue and take an important step toward a level playing field for Minnesota retailers. To fully address the issue, we need Congress to enact the

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Marketplace Fairness Act. This legislation would require all sellers in the U.S. to collect and pay sales tax based on the destination of the product.

What’s wrong with this?

Governor Dayton is attempting to push a national issue with the Minnesota state budget. This isn’t just a state issue. This is a national issue. We need someone like Congressman Tim Walz to step up to the plate and push this issue.

By now, a track record has been established that very clearly indicates that the Internet cheats the sales tax system. As a matter of fact, the Internet has been eroding the sales tax system since its inception.

It’s been researched and discussed in many states throughout the U.S. over and over again, but yet many online-based companies continue to be able to operate out of the realm of tax laws.

In a June 2011 Bloomberg Businessweek article, the Maryland Bureau of Revenue Estimates was recognized for utilizing a research methodology that brought to light a loss of more than $160 million per year from unpaid taxes related to Internet sales. This study was commissioned by the State of Maryland to identify how to cover the freight of a structural state budget deficit of roughly $1.1 billion.

In an August 2011 article published in The Bay Citizen, “when it comes to avoiding the requirement of collecting sales tax from its consumers, Amazon is not afraid to open its wallet.”

According to this particular article, the Seattle-based online retailer Amazon had already spent $5.25 million during the past decade in

an effort to protect their business model from sales tax laws.

California, also facing a tremendous state budget deficit, estimates a loss of $200 million per year from uncollected online sales tax.

This was such a big issue with Amazon that they threatened, yes THREATENED, to layoff employees if a sales tax was imposed on their business model.

Sorry, but excuse me?! Amazon has been provided an unfair competitive advantage that has forced many brick-and-mortar business owners to have to layoff employees and even close their stores. So, Amazon, quit crying in your soup if you don’t get things to go your way.

The circumvented online sales tax issue is often overlooked throughout the United States from our public officials. Nobody seems to really care, yet the impact is grand.

The competitive advantages of e-commerce will kill brick-andmortar investments. Imagine towns full of warehouses with no storefronts. That’s the direction we’re heading as a nation if we allow this to continue.

Every retailer you can think of has become a showcase for people to test drive products before they buy them online. All retailers hire staff to be available to serve customers as they walk in the door.

They provide staff and inventory for customers to get a glimpse of something before they drop some cash on some goods, but then the customer chooses to make their purchases online.

Why? Online-based retailers are often run out of warehouses with much lower overhead than physical retail space. Their staff is dedicated to inventory management, and shipping and receiving.

Then, add the advantage of avoiding online sales tax, and consumers are naturally going to flock to these companies to make pur-

chases.

Compare Barnes & Noble with Amazon, and who is going to win this battle? In 2011, the bookshelves of Borders already collapsed with a loss of over 10,000 jobs nationwide as they closed more than 600 stores. How many people walk into a Barnes & Noble, find the book they want, and then order it online at Amazon?

Think of it this way: every dollar spent online with eBay.com, Amazon.com, Google.com, and many others will end up out in California. This means that we can take this issue one step further when we think about the fact that more online purchases outside of Minnesota also reduces our volume of state-wide gross domestic product.

This means we are shifting sales and potential sales tax to states like California.

Reduced sales hurts our local retailers and reduced or uncollected sales tax hurts our state’s ability to support infrastructure like roads, healthcare and education.

Yes, consumers are supposed to report and account for unpaid sales tax on an individual basis. I find it hard to believe that people are voluntarily recognizing all out-of-state sales tax when it comes time to file each year.

And, I’m not alone in my thinking.

According to the Minnesota Sales Tax Gap study conducted in 2000, there was a $451 million gap between the amount of sales and use tax paid to Minnesota by businesses and individuals and the amount that should have been paid.

The study also showed that the gap would grow rapidly. Estimates showed the 2002 gap to be more than $500 million, costing each

Minnesota resident about $100.

Projections for the 2007 sales tax gap were nearly $700 million.

Every year, the sales tax gap is increasing, which means the state of Minnesota is losing ground along with our long-time brickand-mortar businesses.

The study, based on sales and use tax figures from 2000, indicated that the sales tax gap was attributed to: • Underreporting by businesses that currently collect and pay Minnesota sales and use tax; • Minnesota businesses that have not filed sales and use tax returns; and • Minnesota households that owe use tax on out-of-state purchases – including Internet and catalog sales – when the seller does not collect sales tax on the item.

In 2000, about 28 percent of the sales tax gap was attributed to the out-of-state, Internet and catalog purchases of businesses and households.

Conclusion The problem with Governor Mark Dayton’s plan is that Minnesota cannot do this alone. This is a national issue that needs Congressional attention. If Minnesota initiates this policy, and all other states are not on the same level playing field, consumer spending will simply shift elsewhere. Consumers are not dumb.

And, how is the state of Minnesota going to monitor and capture this sales tax lost to Internet transactions? I suppose the Minnesota Department of Revenue will have to hire more bean counters.

Yes, this issue needs to be addressed, but not at a state level.

This is a national issue. I hope our representative Congressman Tim Walz is paying attention to this issue.

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To: Fillmore County Tri-County Electric Cooperative Members From: Dave Ruen, Candidate for Director

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The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) recently held the Minnesota Farm Bureau Council of County Presidents meeting on February 5 at the University Club in St. Paul with 120 Farm Bureau leaders, elected and appointed officials in attendance. County Farm Bureau presidents heard from state legislators, as well as Minnesota Agriculture Water Resources Center Executive Director Warren Formo, Minnesota Board of Animal Health Executive Director Dr. Bill Hartman, Minnesota Department of Revenue Commissioner Myron Frans, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs Douglas Knowlton, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Commissioner John Stine, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Deputy Commissioner Dave Schad, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Policy and Government Relations Director Bob Meier and Minnesota Department of Agriculture Deputy Commissioner Jim Boerboom. Pictured left to right are Jeff Eickhoff-Fillmore County Farm Bureau president, Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) and Melinda MillerFillmore County Farm Bureau.

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The citizens of Amherst Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Amherst Town Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

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One Supervisor, 3 year term.

One Treasurer, 2 year term.

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

Light refreshments will be offered.

Hugh F. Fendry II • Clerk, Amherst Township

Notice of areNdahl towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN The citizens of Arendahl Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Arendahl Town Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) 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 at 8:15 pm.

Keith Brown • Clerk, Arendahl Township

Bonnie Heidtke • Clerk, Fillmore 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.

Walter Laumb • Clerk, Norway Township

Notice of forestVille towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

Notice of pilot mouNd towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

The citizens of Forestville Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Forestville Town Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

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 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

One Treasurer, 2 year term.

One Supervisor, 3 year term.

One Supervisor, for a term of 3 years.

One Treasurer, for a term of 2 years.

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

The Board of Canvas will meet after the Annual Meeting to certify the official election results.

William Sullivan • Clerk, Pilot Mound Township Connie Morger • Clerk, Forestville Township

Notice of Bristol towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

Notice of fouNtaiN towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

Notice of preBle 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 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

The citizens of Fountain Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Fountain Fire Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

The citizens of Preble Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Preble Town Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

One Supervisor, 3 year term.

One Treasurer, 2 year term.

General business will be conducted. Business meeting will be at 7:15 pm. Polls will open 4:00 - 7:00 pm.

Eunice Biel • Clerk, Bristol Township

One Supervisor, 3 year term.

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

Daniel L. Graskamp Clerk, Fountain Township

Notice of caNtoN towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

Notice of harmoNy towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

The citizens of Canton Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Canton Town Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

The citizens of Harmony Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Harmony Township Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

One Supervisor, 3 year term.

One Treasurer, 2 year term.

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 with business meeting to follow.

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

Fay Garness • Clerk, Canton Township

Kathy Whalen • Clerk, Harmony 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 8:05 pm.

David Larson • Clerk, Preble Township

Notice of prestoN 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 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect: One Supervisor, 3 year term.

One Treasure, 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

Notice of carimoNa towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

Notice of holt towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

Notice of sumNer towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

The citizens of Carimona Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Preston City Council room on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

The citizens of Holt Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Whalan Town Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) 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 12, 2013. (In case of inclement weather the annual meeting and election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

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.

One Supervisor, 3 year term.

One Treasurer, 2 year term.

One Supervisor, for a term of 3 years One Treasurer, for a term of 2 years Election poll hours are from 5 - 8 p.m.

Linda Marzolf • Clerk, Carimona Township

General business will be conducted. Polls will open from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Business meeting will begin after polls close at 8:00pm.

Chris Gudmundson • Clerk, Holt Township

Notice of carroltoN towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

Notice of NewBurg towNship aNNual meetiNg & electioN

Notice of yucataN 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 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

The citizens of Newburg Township are hereby notified that the annual meeting will be held in the Newburg Town Hall on Tuesday, the 12th day of March 2013 (in case of inclement weather the Annual Meeting and Election will be held on March 19, 2013) to elect:

Notice is hereby given that Yucatan Township, Houston County, will on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, conduct its Annual Town Meeting and Election at the Yucatan Town Hall.

In case of inclement weather, the meeting and election may be postponed until the third Tuesday in March, 2012. The Annual Meeting will commence at 1:00 p.m. The Election Poll will be open from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm to elect: One Township Supervisor for a 3 year term One Township Supervisor for a 2 year term One Treasurer for a 2 year term The canvas board will meet following the election

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 8:05 pm.

Luanne Storelee • Clerk, Carrolton Township

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 follow election immediately afterwards.

Genette Halverson • Clerk, Newburg Township

The annual meeting will commence after election ballots are counted.

Melinda Miller • Sumner Township Clerk

Linda S Griggs • Clerk, Yucatan Township

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, February 25, 2013

Obituaries unit. Steve Fishbaugher

Dorothy L. Fisch Dorothy Louise (Burns) Fisch, age 88, of Rochester, MN passed away February 21, 2013 at Shorewood Retirement Community in Rochester.

She was born November 5, 1924 in Walsenburg, Colorado, the daughter of Joseph Bryan & Esther (Wausau) Burns. Dorothy graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in speech pathology and was a member of Alpha Xi Delta Sorority. She married Dr. Herbert M. Fisch Jr. on April 9, 1947 and he preceded her in death in 2004. She worked in the Austin Public Schools speech correction department, and then as office manager in her husband’s Veterinary Clinic after their marriage. They lived in Spring Valley during all of their married life.

Dorothy had several stories and poems published in several magazines, and in addition to writing, she enjoyed doll restoration, rock geology, gardening, and caring for animals.

She is survived by one son, Matt (Karol) Fisch of Rochester and 2 granddaughters Kelsie and Kassandra both of Rochester. She was preceded in death by her husband and one sister.

Private family services are planned for a later date with burial of her cremated remains to take place in Calvary Cemetery in Austin. Memorials appreciated to Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s research

Fishbaugher of Harmony; five siblings, Larry (Jerilyn) Fishbaugher of Racine, MN, JefSteve Fishbaugher, age 52 of fery (Kay) Fishbaugher of Dover, Cresco, IA and formerly of Har- MN, Norene (Dan) Schwirtz of mony, MN died Monday evening, Caledonia, MN, Bryan (Jill) FishFebruary 18, 2013 at St. Mary’s baugher of Harmony and Stuart Fishbaugher of Canton; and Hospital, Rochester, Minnesota. many nieces and nephews. He is Steven J. preceded in death by his maternal Fishbaugher and paternal grandparents and his was born mother, Audrey Sinclair.

October 27, Family and friends gathered 1960 in Harfor fellowship Saturday, February mony, MN to 23 at the Community Center in Robert and Harmony, MN. Audrey (Patterson) FishSteve baugher. He Donald O. Nichols Fishbaugher attended local Donald O. Nichols, 76, of schools graduating from Harmo- Preston, passed away after a couny High School in 1979. He mar- rageous battle against leukemia ried Crystle Shofner in 1985, they Monday, February 18, 2013, at later divorced. For many years Rochester Methodist Hospital.

Steve worked as a maintenance Born in Winona, on Novemperson at Harmony Health Care. ber 19, 1936, to Vernon Adry Since 2000 he was a forklift driver and Francis Geneva (Johnson) at Valley Design Enterprise in Nichols. In 1954, he graduated Fountain, MN. In his spare time from St. Charles High School as Steve was an avid deer hunter an avid athlete. Don attended St. and also enjoyed fishing, playing Olaf College and Winona State golf and pool, watching Nascar University. He married his wife and was a fan of the Minnesota of 56 years, Ellen J. Thomas, on Vikings. Most of all Steve enjoyed July 27, 1957, at Pilot Mound spending time with his children.

Lutheran Church. He joined IBM Steve is survived by his long- in 1956 which brought him to time companion, Diane Venable Raleigh, N.C., where he spend of Cresco; two children, Zach- the next 30 years raising his famary Fishbaugher of Preston, ily. Don retired as a Quality EngiMN and Karli Fishbaugher of neer in 1992 returning home to Caledonia, MN; Diane’s children, Minnesota shortly thereafter. He Ann Kovarik and Theresa Albert, was a devoted member of Grace Diane’s grandson Jay Dean Smith Lutheran Church (Raleigh) and III; Steve’s step-father Orel Sin- Preston Methodist Church. He clair of Canton; his father Robert was a member of the Lakemont

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County She was born September 17, 1924, in Preble Township, to Olaf and Gilma Nelson. She went to Grubtown country school and Lanesboro High School.

She married Wayne Swinger May 8, 1943, in Winona. They Ardis B. lived in CaliSwinger fornia a short time before moving back to St. Paul and New Brighton. Wayne died November 11, 1961.

She worked at Honeywell and Medtronics. She worked part time house cleaning for the elderly at Walker Senior Living until she retired at age 86. She enjoyed playing cards, puzzles, her collection of dolls, sewing, dancing, and going to casinos.

She is survived by daughters, Brenda (Bob) Bakke of Lanesboro, Linda (Tom) Brown of Coon Rapids, Ilene (Chuck) Osborn of Cambridge, Marlene Swinger of Stewartville, Marilyn Allery of Coon Rapids, and Huong (Son Vo) Duong of St. Paul, 22 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren, and 25 great-great-grandchildren, a sister-in-law, Lois Nelson, and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, a son, her parents, Ardis B. Swinger Ardis B. Swinger, 88, of Coon two brothers, one sister, one greatRapids, formerly of Lanesboro, grandson, and special friend Bill died Thursday January 31, 2013, Mulligan of 35 years. at her home surrounded by famSee OBITUARIES Page 13  ily.

Swim Club Board (Raleigh), volunteered for the Capital Area Soccer League “CASL” (Raleigh), youth soccer coach (Raleigh), Fillmore County Historical Society, Preston Tourism Information Center, Preston Methodist Church, Grace Lutheran Church (Raleigh), Meals on Wheels, and assisted with the Preston cod fish supper.

Don could always be found on the sidelines cheering on his children and grandchildren in their sporting events, and supporting their activities. He was an avid RCTC girls soccer fan, enjoyed playing and watching all sports, reading, playing cards, genealogy, and devoted his life to his family.

He will be dearly missed by his wife; his children, Denny Nichols of Henderson, N. Carolina; Denese (Timothy) Lecy of Byron; DeeAnn “DD” (Jim) Himli of Fountain; and Deb (Jason) Hare of Wykoff; his five grandchildren; and four step-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, and one stepgrandchild.

Funeral service was held Thursday, February 21, at United Methodist Church in Preston, with Pastor Michael Smith officiating.

Burial was in Grandview Cemetery in Rochester.

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they opened the doors in 2006.

Ms. Sherri says what she loves the most about her work is “the fact that preschool children are so eager to learn, they have such enthusiasm for the activities we do” and adds that “it’s important to me to plan and implement a learning environment that encourages their growth.”

Ms. Sherri states that “another key part of my work is to create a trusting relationship with the families” stating that “we are fortunate to have some wonderful families at Learn and Play” some of which “have been with us since we opened.” The most difficult part of her job according to Ms. Sherri, is “when my children move or leave to go on to school and are no longer part

Monday, February 25, 2013

Learn & Play Daycare proof my day to day life.”

Doug Wright states that his vides a vast assortment of fun favorite part of his work is “the and educational activities for the interaction with the kids” and children, varying by age groups feels the daycare is “bettering and each classroom has its own the kids futures” adding that he schedule. Some of the activialso enjoys the “friendships that ties the children participate in are made” between staff and are crafts, calendar, and finger families. The children’s safety plays, with older preschoolers is a priority for Doug, which is also doing pre-math, science, why there is a key pad on the and reading activities. Doug front door and a person must Wright explained that Learn & know the key code to open the Play coordinates as much as they door, or ring a doorbell to have can with the preschool program an employee come to the door at the school to give the children to greet them. Doug’s office the educational tools they need. is also right inside the door An additional fun activity that and he watches who is coming occurs at Learn & Play is “Tippi and going throughout the day. Toes” dance class which is on There are locks on all doors in Mondays.

Doug Wright provides transcase of any type of emergency were to occur and the staff has portation to the preschool at been educated as to what steps the Elementary school as well, should be taken in different which is a convenience to many families. Doug also enjoys this types of emergencies.

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! because he sometimes sees chil- village to raise a child” has never dren at the preschool that he been more true than it is today. used to have at daycare. He said The City of Chatfield and the some of them “still give me hugs” “village” of Learn & Play Daycare which means a lot to him. Ms. have got it covered.

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Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 5, 2013, at Faith Lutheran Church in Coon Rapids, Minn. Burial was at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Harlin Ralph Taylor Harlin Ralph Taylor, 64, of Lanesboro, passed away Monday, February 18, 2013, at home under hospice care, of a lengthy battle with cancer.

Harlin was born November 10, 1948, in Lanesboro, to George and Kari (Soma) Taylor. He graduated from Lanesboro High School in 1966, and received an ME degree from the University of Minnesota Institute of Technology. On August 14, 1971, he married Kay Rash in Eldora, Iowa. He lived in Minneapolis for college and work prior to moving to Lanesboro.

He was a Mechanical Engineer for R&D. Kay is a retired dental

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Harlin was a member of the Lanesboro Arts Council, Lanesboro City Council, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, and Fillmore County DFL. He enjoyed woodland management, growing shiitake mushrooms, maple syruping and gardening.

He is survived by his wife, Kay of Lanesboro; two brothers, Ed (Verna) Taylor of Lanesboro and Lewis (Monica) Taylor of Chatfield; and one sister, Alice (Dr. Kent) Frydenlund of Richland Center, Wis.; five nieces and seven nephews; and several greatnieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Kari Taylor.

Funeral service for Harlin were held Saturday, February 23, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro, with Rev. Kerry Eversole officiating. Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro was in charge of arrangements.

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have forced a substantial reduction (28 percent) in its workforce. More than 200 mail processing locations have been consolidated. Still, the USPS is one of the largest civilian employers in the United States behind Walmart and federal employees.

Donahoe in his remarks encouraged Congress to pass postal reform legislation. The USPS is a unique federal agency. It is an independent agency of the United States which is specifically authorized by the Constitution. Congress oversees the USPS. However, the agency receives NO tax dollars, but remains under the thumb of Congress. Revenue for operating expenses comes from the sale of postage, products, and services.

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trate the ability of the USPS to become financially stable by not allowing it to raise stamp prices more than the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Competing private corporations can raise their rates as they see fit.

Benjamin Franklin was the first postmaster general in 1775 during the Second Continental Congress. The USPS is now a quasi government agency which enjoys an exclusive legal right to deliver first class and third class mail. The value of the handling of first class mail peaked over a decade ago.

The USPS competes with private industry like the United Postal Service and FedEx. There is some question whether the announced policy change is legal without Congressional approval. Since 1981, there has been a provision requiring Saturday delivery. Many other countries have a five day mail delivery system.

USPS Finances in the Red Donahoe noted a loss of $15.9 billion in fiscal year 2012 which was three times the loss in 2011.

The number one cost to run the USPS is employee related, as it is for most businesses. The USPS employs about one million full time people.

In 2006 Congress passed the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act which mandated the funding of the current value of future health care payments to retirees (75 years into the future) within a ten year time period. This mandate contributed to about 70 percent of the 2012 loss or about $11 billion.

Also contributing to financial losses is the plummeting demand for mail service due to digital communications and on line banking and bill payments.

USPS handled about 160 billion pieces of mail in 2012 down from 202 billion in 2003. But, due to e-commerce the volume of package delivery has increased about 14 percent since 2010.

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Opposition and Support Fredric Rolando, National Association of Letter Carriers, insisted, “Postmaster general Patrick Donahoe’s plan to end Saturday delivery is a disastrous idea that would have a profoundly negative effect on the Postal Service and on millions of customers.” He went on to suggest that those most affected would be small businesses, rural residents and/or elderly and disabled customers. Three unions for postal service workers generally expressed their disapproval of the policy change to limit Saturday deliveries.

U.S. Representatives Darrell Issa, (R-California) and Tom Coburn, (R-Oklahoma) called the plan “common sense reform.”

It is likely delivery could be slowed for some small businesses, which may induce them to look at private delivery services.

Some customers may have to wait to get badly needed checks until Monday. More jobs will likely be eliminated. Delivery of publications and advertisements could be less timely.

Polls taken after Donahoe’s announcement generally had the support of 70 percent or more of the public.

An IPSOS poll taken on February 11 found that only about 8 percent of those polled felt the five day per week delivery schedule would have a negative impact on them. Another 24 percent felt it would have somewhat of an impact on them.

IPSOS found very little difference among respondents residing in rural and urban areas, among different age or racial groups. About 80 percent supported the decision to go to five day delivery. Sixty-eight percent felt the policy change would have little or no impact on them.

Support increased when respondents were informed that the policy change would make the postal service more financially stable.

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By Paul Trende Chatfield wrestling came into the Section 1A team tournament as the #1 seed. They were the odds on favorite to win.

But a year ago, they sat in the same spot, only to fall to 5-seed Z-M in the semis. In 2013, the Gophers didn’t fall, but they certainly didn’t walk through things. The semifinals again offered up a stiff test. Fourseed Goodhue won the first two matches to take a 7-0 lead.

Given Chatfield’s strength are their lower-weights; they needed to lead heading into the upperweights. Down 7-0 certainly wasn’t leading. State-ranked stud Hank Friederichs did what he does and got a pin at 120.

A.J. Riley (126) followed with a 3-1 overtime decision victory to put Chatfield in front 9-7.

From there, the Goph’s won the next three matches, Harvey Friederichs (132) via pin, Alex Haffner (138) via tech fall, and Ryan Meeker (145) via pin, to take a 26-7 lead. Goodhue then ripped off three straight wins (pin, decision, pin) to close to 26-22 after 170. At 182, and then 195, Sam Fryer and Cody Bly pinned the Gophers into the Section finals (in a combined 0:46 seconds). Leading 38-22, the verdict was sealed. Goodhue won the final two matches via pin to close the final score to Gophers 38, Wildcats 34.

Chatfield then faced a familiar foe, Kenyon-Wanamingo (who downed Z-M in their semifinal 36-27). On January 17th, the Knights and Gophers faced each other at a triangular in Chatfield, with the home squad getting the win 39-30. Unlike against Goodhue, the Gophers didn’t cede the lead to the Knights out of the gate. Chatfield won each of the first the first five matches to lead 16-0, but, at the same

point the first time around with K-W, Chatfield led 23-0. They’d ceded some ground. They gained it back at 138 and 145. Alex Haffner (145 to 138) and Ryan Meeker (138 to 145) swapped weights. Each got wins, Haffner via major decision, Meeker via pin. Given Meeker had lost at 138 in the regular season meeting, Chatfield came out of 145 leading by two more points (26-0 versus 27-3) then they did the first meeting. Four straight Knights wins (2 MD’s, 2 pins) got K-W back in striking range (down 26-20) heading to 195.

Cody Bly then cemented the meet, the Section championship.

His pin at 195 gave Chatfield a 32-20 lead. With eight match wins already (of 14 total matches), the Gophers had the tiebreaker locked up. Justin Viss’ pin at heavyweight just put a cap on things. Via a final of 38-23, the Gophers secured their first spot at state since 2000. They take with them a 29-1 record.

Unbelievable Meets Unconscious With under 3-minutes to go of the Lanesboro (15-1, 16-4) Spring Grove (15-0, 17-4) boys marquee battle for 1st place in the SEC, Burro guard Erik Peterson launched a 3-pointer. With his team leading 74-65, it, in most cases, could’ve been considered an ill-advised shot. The Burros would’ve been best advised to run some clock. But maybe Erik knew a little more than everyone else. He knew he was in the zone. He might’ve known what exactly that meant. He might’ve known, he’d launched seven other trifectas in the 2nd half, and each and every one had found the bottom of the net. He was on fire. Launch number eight didn’t fall, but the Burros closed the door on the Lions nonetheless. They

Johnson 11; Noah Manning 10 pts, 12 rebs, 8 assists; Collin O’Bieglo 10 pts, 7 rebs. Cougars led 35-12 at halftime, assisted 20 of 25 FG’s, and shot 45%. They snap an 8-game losing skid) > Wabasha-Kellogg 59, Kingsland 65, OT (K: Quinn Larson 23; Jacob Rindels 16; Marcus Plaehn 14. W-K: Ryan Wolfe 15. Knight Isiah Bubany hit a 3-pointer, his only points, at the buzzer to send the game to OT) 02-14 > M-C 59, Schaeffer Academy 67 (M-C: N. Manning 15 pts, 6 rebs, 4 stls; J. Ward/H. Johnson 13 each; M. Nelson 10 pts, 6 rebs. SA: Joe Vaughan 25 pts, 10 rebs; Nathan Hanson 24.

Cougars are 5-12, 5-18) 02-15 > Caledonia 56, FC 40 (FC: Jake Tammel 20 pts, 6 rebs; D. Gatzke 10; Nick Powell DNP. C: Alex Varney 23. Falcons are 3-14, 6-17) > Kingsland 38, D-E 41 (K: Q. Larson 12; Jordan Meskill 10. D-E: Alex Jech 15. Knights are 5-13, 7-17) > Chatfield 72, LewistonAltura 63 (C: Brandon Adler 16 pts, 8 rebs; Nate Skare 13 pts, 6 rebs; Jayme LaPlante 11; Jake Neis 10 pts, 7 assists; Mitch Irish 8 pts, 8 rebs; Reid Danielson 7 pts, 9 rebs, 5 assists. L-A: Josh Ehlenfeldt 29; Nate Reps 15 pts, 12 rebs; Matt Burfeind 9 pts, 13 rebs. FT’s: C 25 of 37, L-A 14-22)

GBB 02-11 > Kingsland 53, W-K 32 (K: Haley Colton 14 (four 3-pointers); Lizzie Tart 12) > M-C 38, La Crescent 65 (M-C: Lydia Geving 13 pts, 8 rebs; Carly McCabe 13. LC: Katie Waller 23) 02-12 > SG 73, Lanesboro 49 (L: Olivia Haug 17. SG: four in double figures led by Randi Mehus’ 16) > M-C 53, Hope Lutheran 37 (M-C: L. Geving 19 pts, 10 rebs; C. McCabe 9 pts, 6 assists, 5 stls; Sara Lind 9; Corranda Vickerman 8 pts, 6 assists. HL: Jenna O’Laughlin 19. Cougars avenge two losses to Patriots) 02-14 > Lanesboro 47, FC 53 (FC: Morgan Malley 25 (five 3-pointers). L: O. Haug 10 pts, 11 rebs (10 pts, 10 rebs in 2nd half ); Alisa Warnes 10 pts, 6 rebs; Johanna Bearson 10. Malley’s scoring, 18 first half points, got FC out to a 28-16 halftime lead. They then held at least a 9-point edge until Bearson beat the final horn with a 25-footer) > M-C 20, R-P 61 (R-P: A. Todd 22 pts, 10 rebs; M. Mueller 10 pts, 4 stls. M-C: L. Geving/C. Welscher 6 each.

Trojans are 8-11 in the 3-Rivers with a game to play. They are 13-11 overall. They are 1A-East’s top-seeded and will play the winner of #8 Lanesboro and #9 Schaeffer Academy)

won the battle of the SEC’s two best teams 79-68. They avenged their only SEC loss (a 67-62 defeat on January 8th) and took sole possession of first place (16-1) in the league (by a ½ game over the 15-1 Lions).

They moved their win streak to nine. They ended Spring Grove’s 9-game streak and their unbelievable 39-game SEC winning streak, a run that dates all the way back to February 4th of 2011 (lost to Glenville-Emmons 66-47). An unconscious Peterson was largely responsible. The senior had limitless range in hitting 9 of 12 bombs and scoring a game-high 29 points (23 came in the 2nd half ). Junior teammate Kole Ruud carried the offense in the 1st half, scoring 17 of his 25 points. He added six assists. Luke Rogers chipped in 15 points and PG Garrett Boggs did a lot of the little things (6 pts, 6 rebs, 4 assists, 3 steals) including giving up open layups to kick to open teammates for open three’s. Senior guard Blaine Storlie led SG (23 pts, 8 rebs, 5 assists). Brady Schuttemeier added 11 points (9 in the 2nd half ) and 9 rebounds. The 1st half was hotly contested (5 ties, 10 lead changes). The 2nd half had no ties and one lead change. Peterson hit the first shot of the stanza, a three. It See SPORTS Page 15  erased SG’s 33-32 halftime lead.

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Chatfield wrestling downed Pine Island, Goodhue, and Kenyon-Wanamingo to become Section 1A champs and earn a trip to state. The 29-1 Gophers are led by ranked grapplers Ryan Meeker, A.J. Riley, Hank Friederichs, Jared Goldsmith (first four, 1st row), Harvey Friederichs, Alex Haffner (3rd and 4th second row), and Justin Viss (4th back row). They are the 5-seed and will face 4th-seeded Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunberg on Feb. 28th at 11:00am at the Excel Energy Center in St. Paul.

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Kingsley, the PG, is a huge part of that. In wins over Fillmore Central and Lanesboro, Cole averaged 17.5 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3.5 steals per game, or thereabouts what he brings to the basketball table. He’s a huge part of the Trojan machine, the Trojans success.

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> Chatfield 34, Pine Island 35 (C: Sidney Irish 15 (4 of 5 on 3’s). PI: Nicole Fokken 15 including GW basket with 5.1 to go; Cede Finstuen 11 pts including 1,000th of career) 02-15 > D-E 64, Kingsland 52 (K: Marissa Bornholdt 16; Cheyenne Losey 11 pts, 8 rebs.

D-E: Sarah Pease 22; Megan Ihrke 17. Knights are 10-9, 13-12 (one game left). They are 1AA West’s 4-seed and will play 5-seed Rochester-Lourdes) > Houston 55, M-C 64 (M-C: C. Welscher 20 pts, 12 rebs; L. Geving 14 pts, 5 rebs, 4 assists, 5 stls; S. Lind 10; C. Vickerman 10 assists. H: Abbey Loken 31;

Vanessa Lee 16. Cougars finish year 9-9 in SEC, 13-13 overall. They are 1A-East’s 6-seed and will play 3-seeded Grand Meadow. GM won both regular season contests) > FC 23, Caledonia 70 (FC: M. Malley 12. C: Taylor Winjim 24 (20 in 1st half ). FC finishes regular season at 5-15, 6-19. They are 1A-East’s 7-seed and will play 10-seed Houston) > Lyle/Pacelli 68, Lanesboro 31 (L: O. Haug 12. L/P: Ann Rysavy 20. Burros finish regular season at 6-12, 7-18. They are 1A-East’s 8-seed and will host 9-seed Schaeffer Academy in a ‘pigtail’ game) > L-A 27, Chatfield 53 (C: MaKenzie Miller 17 pts, 8 rebs.

Gophers are 15-4, 17-7 with one

regular season game remaining.

They’ll finish in 3rd place in the 3-Rivers no matter what, trailing conference champ Southland (19-1, 23-3) and D-E (17-3, 23-3). Caledonia (14-6, 19-7) and P-E-M (12-7, 17-8) will finish 4-5. The Gophers are the top seed in 1AA East. They will play 8-seed L-A. Cale and PEM are the 2 and 3 seeds) Wrestling (Team Sectionals) 02-14 > Class A > #1 Chatfield 64, #8 Pine Island 10 (Panthers downed 9-seed Triton 35-32 to face Gophers. Jared Goldsmith (106), Ty Van Sickle (113), Harvey Friederichs (132), and Austin Dahl (160) won via pinfall.

Hank F. (120) won a 16-0 TF. A. Haffner (138; 12-4) and R. Meeker (145; 8-0) won MD’s.

J. Viss (225) won via 7-4 decision. A.J. Riley (126), C. Bly (182), and S. Fryer (195) won FF’s) > #11 FCLMC 19, #6 W-K 48 (Wolves forfeited first three weights to go down 18-0. After a Niko Anderson decision win at 170, FCLMC trailed 27-19, but they lost the final four weights.

Wolves beat Falcons on criteria 34-33 on Jan. 3. Tom Henry (160) won via pin. Alex Fishbaugher (128; 11-3) won via MD. Connor Hanson (132; 8-4), Josh Jones (152; 4-0), and Anderson won via D) > Class AA > #4 L-A/R-P 26, #5 Caledonia-SG 33 (C-SG beat La Crescent 67-3 to face LARP. Screamin’ Eagles lost first 8 matches to trail 30-0. Andrew

Knapcyck (160; 4-2), Jordan Theede (170; 18-3 TF), Nick Hoff (182; pin), Greg Johnson (195; pin), and Nick Puetz (220; pin) all won to pull LARP to down 25-30 heading to 285.

C-SG won a 5-3 decision to win the dual. They defeated LARP during the regular season 42-28.) > #6 GMLOK 20, #3 Byron 42 (After 152, GMLOK led 16-15. They won only one match the rest of the way, suffering two FF, two pins, and one decision loss. Blake Olson (132) won via pinfall. Lucas Roe (152; 17-4) and Wyatt Richardson (182; 10-1) won via MD. Stephen Kassel (120; 9-5) and Parker Hale (138; 8-4) won via decision)

SE MN citizens travel to capitol to call for Frac Sand Moratorium and State Regulations SAINT PAUL, MN - Two busloads of citizens from southeast Minnesota traveled to the Minnesota state Capitol Tuesday to call for legislation that helps local communities deal with the onslaught of the frac sand mining industry in the region. The citizens, who were from Wabasha, Winona, Fillmore, Goodhue, Houston and Olmsted counties, said legislation creating a moratorium and launching an extensive examination of the environmental, health and economic impacts of the industry needs to

be passed during this legislative session.

“Mining supporters argue that local government can resolve all the issues without state government intervention. They argue that state entry into the silica sand mining debate would only duplicate what local government is already doing. They’re wrong,” said David Williams, a supervisor in Fillmore County’s Preble Township. “There are substantial reasons why state involvement is needed.”

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ernment officials spoke during a Capitol press conference and during a special joint hearing of the Senate Environment and Energy Policy Committee and House Energy Policy Committee. The 100-seat committee room was full, with another 100 people in an overflow room watching the hearing on monitors. The overwhelming majority of tesitifiers talked about their concerns with the frac sand industry and at least 20 who came prepared to testify could not because of lack of time.

Locally elected officials, citizens and grassroots groups, including the Land Stewardship Project (LSP), Save Our Bluffs, Houston County Protectors and more, are calling for a statewide moratorium on frac sand mining and processing to allow for an extensive environmental study of the industry and the development of strong state-level pollution regulations. These regulations would be in addition to the local land use powers that local governments currently have.

Local officials testifying on Tuesday made it clear that townships, cities and counties do not have the resources needed to regulate the environmental and health-related problems associated with frac sand mining and processing.

Lynn Schoen, a member of Wabasha’s city council, said strong state-level environmen-

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tal and health regulation of the frac sand industry could work hand-in-hand with strong local control.

“We need a state permitting process in addition to our local conditional use permit,” said Schoen.

Increasingly, local officials are calling on the state to impose a moratorium on the industry so that a Generic Environmental Impact Statement study can be completed. The City of Red Wing and Houston County Board of Commissioners are two of the latest units of government to issue official statements calling for a moratorium and study.

“There are questions about the frac sand industry that can only be answered through a regional study,” said Kelley Stanage, a member of the Houston County Frac Sand Study Committee.

Vince Ready, an LSP member who raises livestock in Winona County’s Saratoga Township, said that his community is being targeted for seven proposed sand mines, as well as a processing facility that, if built, would be the largest one in the country.

Ready said his community is home to numerous productive farms, including several Amish operations.

“We need to act now or our environment will be changed

forever,” he said. “What was a safe, scenic farming area will become an industrial mining area.”

Pat Popple, who lives in Chippewa Falls, Wis., said Minnesota needs to be proactive on the issue or it will be dealing with the same environmental and health problems her community is struggling with.

“It creates a heavy industrial footprint throughout the region,” she said. “This is heavy industrial mining.”

LSP organizer Bobby King said that when factory farms invaded the state decades ago, lack of state regulation and information resulted in people suffering from the resulting negative environmental and health impacts after the fact. A moratorium on frac sand mining would provide the opportunity to study the industry thoroughly before it’s too late.

“The state Legislature must act now before the frac sand industry harms our rural communities like it has done in western Wisconsin,” said King.

Bills related to the regulation of frac sand mining are expected to be proposed within the next week and taken up at the Feb. 26 meeting of the Senate Environment and Energy Policy Committee.

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By Kathy Little The sewing machine and the typewriter almost defeated me in high school. I spent as much time ripping out stitches as I did sewing seams. My typing speed was an inaccurate 35 words per minutes. Realizing I could not be a seamstress or a secretary, I developed an interest in kitchen appliances and gadgets.

The kitchen stove with its four burners, oven, and broiler seemed more user friendly. I also conquered the portable mixer, blender, can opener, toaster and crockpot. Of course, I had a greater motivation because I do like to eat. I proudly informed my husband that he had wisely married a “woman who could cook.”

In our first apartment, I

decided to grill steaks for a special occasion. We had gotten metal steak plates for a wedding gift, and I decided to try them.

After finishing the salads, I popped the steaks and platters into the hot broiler. Very soon the tiny kitchen was filled with black smoke and an odor like burning plastic. It really was burning plastic.

I hadn’t realized that the metal platters were supposed to be removed from the black plastic bottom tray before putting them in the broiler.

It was a poignant moment that involved loud language, cleaning, airing, scrubbing,

Sunday Dinner in a 9x13 pan

scraping, and much sudsy hot water. I resolved never ever to use the broiler again. My husband resolved never to let me forget this “burning the steaks” moment.

Later when I attempted to conquer the charcoal grill, I fared no better. My chicken was raw on the inside and burned on the outside. My hamburger patties broke apart and fell through the grill spaces. Even brats split, and the grease caused the charcoal to flame. I learned that since my grilling skills were non-existent and perhaps even dangerous, I held a spatula in one hand and a water bottle in the other. I longed for the juicy meats and grill marks that TV chefs produced so easily.

Since practice didn’t help, and meat is expensive; my husband became the family grill master.

I became the salad and dessert maker.

The kitchen stove with its burners and oven is still my favorite appliance. A 9x13 aluminum cake pan is my favorite baking pan.

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You are cordially invited to come to St. Mary’s Catholic Church Houston to hear Raymond de Souza speak on Sunday, March 3 and March 17 starting at 6:30 PM each evening. Raymond de Souza is the Director of the Office for Evangelization and Apologetics of the diocese of Winona. In the last twenty-five years, he has distinguished himself as international lay Catholic Apologist, broadcaster, Pro-Life activist and Catholic Action militant, having given over 3,000 talks on issues of Apologetics and Catholic social teaching in twenty-one countries of five continents and in four languages (English, Spanish, French and Portuguese). He is the Founder

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Author Eric Dregni will be at the Rushford Library Tuesday, February 26.

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By Kirsten Zoellner The Rushford Public Library is well-known for its on-going and varied programs. Keeping the pace going in the frigid winter, the library warms things up Tuesday, February 26 with a humorous evening with Minnesota writer Eric Dregni. The author of several books on Minnesotan and Norwegain culture, including In Cod We Trust and Minnesota Marvels, Dregni will be on hand to talk about his current book, Vikings in the Attic.

A fourth-generation Scandinavian-American, Dregni and his book are a part of a 13-week SELCO author tour. The tour locations, chosen amonst all SELCO-participating libraries, are by invitation only. The selected libraries then choose their top three author choic-

es. Rushford Library Director Susan Hart was thrilled when the library got Dregni, their first pick. “There are no restrictions based on city size or available funding for enjoying arts and cultural programs in taking advantage of this author tour project,” says Hart. “We were fortunate to be accepted.”

The book, a 2012 Minnesota Book Award finalist, delves into some of the reasoning of our distinctive Scandinavian culture in the Midwest. And here you thought we were normal, right?

“Who are these rather odd Scandinavians in our midst?” asks University of Minnesota Press, which published the book. “Vikings in the Attic goes beyond the lefse, lutefisk, and lusekofter (lice jacket) sweaters to reveal the little-known

tales that lie beneath the surface of Nordic America. Ultimately, Dregni ends up proving by example why generations of Scandinavian-Americans have come to love and cherish these tales and traditions so dearly.”

The event begins at 7pm at Montini Hall, Rushford. There is no charge for the evening, which is provided by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. “A book sale and signing will follow the program, as well as the usual Nordic coffee and treats fest,” notes Rushford Library Director Susan Hart.

“Bring the family! It will be a very enjoyable evening.”

The Rushford library carries five of Dregni’s books, including Vikings in the Attic. Others include Zamboni, Weird Minnesota, In Cod We Trust, and Never Trust a Thin Cook and Other Lessons from Italy’s Culinary Capital.

Pre-registration for meal count 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the RamaSave that date! from da Hotel, 1517 16th St. SW, Roch- by March 14 with Jerry Tesmer, Jerrold Tesmer, Extension Educator for Fillmore/Houston Counties In Extension we often talk about the meeting season being January and February. This year there are a number of exciting education events that will be continue the meeting season on into March and April. I wanted to alert every- Jerrold Tesmer one to save these dates! I’ll provide more detailed information closer to the actual events.

•March 7- 2013 Farm to Cafeteria Workshop Regional Farm to Cafeteria workshop to strengthen relationships between growers and institutional buyers. The Southeast Minnesota workshop will be held March 7,

ester, MN 55902. The registration deadline is March 1. The cost is $20 which includes a meal.

For more information and to register go to http://www.extension. umn.edu/farm-to-school/farm-tocafeteria-workshops/ or contact Jan Joannides, joann001@umn.edu, 612-251-7304.

•March 21- Forages 4 U Workshop The University of Minnesota Extension Forage Workshop is designed to address key management issues relating to forage production across Minnesota. The University of Minnesota is pleased to welcome Dr. Dan Undersander from the University of Wisconsin as the keynote speaker for the Forage 4 U Workshop.

The event will be held Thursday, March 21; 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, with 9:30 am registration at Lynndyn Bridge Restaurant, Rushford with a cost of $25 per participant.

World Day of Prayer 2013 Women, men and children in more than 170 countries and regions will celebrate World Day of Prayer Friday, March 1, 2013. The women of France, this year’s writer-country, have chosen the theme “I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” The French WDP Committee looks for a Christian response to struggles concerning immigration and for ways to welcome “the stranger.” The women who prepared this year’s worship service and Bible studies reach into Jesus identification with “the least of these” in Matthew 25 and draw on customs of hospitality found in Leviticus to paint a picture of welcoming the stranger. Through visual interpretation and personal stories, participants begin to put themselves in the shoes of “the stranger,” remembering their own feelings of being on the outsideand the blessings of welcoming.

This year’s service is on Friday, March 1. In Harmony, it is at the Greenfield Lutheran Church at 11:00 a.m., with a salad luncheon following. In Preston, the service is at the Preston United Methodist Church, at 2:00 p.m.

Invite your friends, family, and

communities of faith to join the women of France in prayer and song to support ecumenical efforts toward justice, peace, healing and wholeness. The annual offering supports to work of World Prayer Day USA and helps meet the needs of families in France and around the world who are victims of many forms of poverty, violence and injustice.

World Day of Prayer is a world-

507-765-3896, tesme001@umn. edu •April 6 – “Gardening We Dig It” The Houston County Master Gardeners with Caledonia Area Community Education will hold their 3rd Annual Gardening Workshop on Saturday, April 6, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Caledonia Middle and High School. With early registration, the meal is guaranteed. Register by March 3 with Cindy Frank, 507-725-5139 cindy_frank@cps.k12.mn.us •April 13- Multiple Practices Conservation Tour Tour local farms in the Whitewater and Rush Pine watershed area on Saturday, April 13, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (lunch will be provided).

Meet at St Charles City Hall to board a bus, and tour local farms.

Cost is $10/participant, for registration and other details: whitewaterwatershed@gmail.com

wide ecumenical movement of Christian women of many traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year on the first Friday in March. World Day of Prayer was founded on the idea that prayer and action are inseparable in the service of God’s kingdom.

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Why we recycle LaVerne C. Paulson Recycling Education Coordinator The Environmental Protection Agency of the United States and another group known as “Green Living” have made a lot of this information available for me to share with you. I realize you have heard or read LaVerne some of this Paulson material more than once before, but a little review is sometimes good.

Throughout the United States, the recycling rate is about 34 percent. The State of Washington is in first place with fifty percent and Minnesota is in the top five with a little more than forty percent. As you know, the residents of Minnesota and we, here in Fillmore County, recycle a lot of stuff. However, nationally, we landfill more than fifty-four percent of the stuff we throw away, much of the stuff that scores of businesses throughout the state could use to make new products more economically.

Recycling is the process of collecting and processing materials that would otherwise be thrown away as trash and turning them into new products. Recycling benefits your community and the environment. The more we recycle, the less is sent to landfills. Recycling conserves natural resources such as timber, water, and minerals.

Recycling prevents many forms of pollution, saves energy, and reduces the need to collect new raw materials. Recycling reduces greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global climate change. Recycling helps sustain the environment for future generations. Of course, recycling helps create well-paying jobs in the recycling and manufacturing industries in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

Here is some information on plastic bottles that I would like you to think about. Every day, consumers discard more than

sixty million (60,000,000) plastic water bottles. These bottles litter highways, clog waterways, or end up in incineration and landfills. Plastic, buried in landfills can take up to 700 years to decompose.

Meeting consumer demand for water bottles in the United States requires more than 15 million barrels of oil each year for manufacturing, transport and disposal. That is enough oil to fuel approximately 1,000,000 cars for an entire year.

Plastic bottles are one of the least recycled materials in the United States. The Recycling Institute states that very few plastic bottles sold in the United States were recycled in 2004.

If every American household recycled one out of every ten HDPE bottles, this would keep 200,000,000 pounds (one hun-

Monday, February 25, 2013 dred thousand tons) of plastic out of landfills every year.

Reusing plastic water bottles means less need to manufacture new bottles from petroleum resin, and less trash that ends up in landfills, streams, lakes, ditches, and parks. Recycled plastic is made into plastic lumber, clothing, insulation for sleeping bags and ski jackets, flower pots, and car bumpers.

Please make every effort to get those plastic bottles out of the garbage and into the recycling and don’t forget to remove the caps. If you still feel the need for more plastic recycling education, another article about a relatively large floating plastic island or two in the Pacific Ocean is scheduled to appear in the near future. You will be amazed at what is happening to parts of your planet, and, in this case, it is perhaps not exceptionally good.

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“Dorothy Molter: The Root Beer Lady” with Sarah Guy-Levar Some know her as “The Root Beer Lady,” others, the Florence Nightingale of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Dorothy Molter is a Northwood’s Minnesota icon. Hear about the making of the wilderness area as it pertained to her 57 year history on the Isle of Pines Resort on Knife Lake. Menu: “Taste of Northern Minnesota.” Cranberry and sunflower seed salad, pan-fried walleye, wild and long grain rice and lentil pilaf, root beer reduction glazed vegetable medley, build your own ultimate root beer float.

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center’s Dinner on the Bluff is Saturday, March 2, 2013.

Performance begins at 5:30pm with meal following afterwards. The cost is $20 per person, $25 week of event. www.eagle-bluff.org Contact Eagle Bluff ELC at 507467-2437 for more information or

to register. Eagle Bluff is located 5 miles northwest of Lanesboro, Minnesota, just off Fillmore County Road 8.

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Controlling blood pressure prevents many health problems!

Brenda Leigh Pohlman, MPH Blood pressure is the force of blood against the artery walls. It is often written or stated as two numbers. The first or top number represents the pressure when the heart contracts. This is called systolic pressure. The second or bottom number represents the pressure when the heart rests between beats.

This is called diastolic pressure.

Blood pressure normally rises and falls throughout the day. When it consistently stays too high for too long, it is called hypertension. The Seventh Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evalua-

tion, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure notes these levels for defining normal and high blood pressure in adults: Normal blood pressure is a systolic blood pressure of less than 120 mmHg and a diastolic blood pressure of less than 80 mmHg. Prehypertension is defined as a systolic blood pressure of 120–139 mmHg or a diastolic blood pressure of 80–89 mmHg. Persons with prehypertension are at increased risk to progress to hypertension.

High blood pressure or hypertension for adults is defined as a systolic blood pressure of 140

Mabel Lions free pancake breakfast and health screening The Mabel Lions will be hosting a free pancake breakfast Saturday, March 9 from 7:00 to 10:15 AM at the Mabel American Legion. The breakfast will consist of pancakes, sausage, applesauce, juice, coffee, and milk.

FCPH and area health care professionals are partnering with the Lions to host a free blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screening during the breakfast.

To participate in the screening you must: •Be 18 years of age or older.

mmHg or higher or a diastolic blood pressure of 90 mmHg or higher.

If the systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels are in different categories, blood pressure status is defined according to the higher category. High blood pressure for adults will usually be measured on at least two different doctor visits before a diagnosis of high blood pressure is made. For children, high blood pressure is determined by comparing the child’s blood pressure with the distribution of blood pressure for children of similar sex, age and height. A child whose blood pressure is greater than or equal to 95 percent of children of

•Not currently receiving medical treatment for cholesterol or diabetes.

•Fast or not eat anything for at least eight hours prior to your screening. You may drink plain water, tea or coffee.

Your five cholesterol measurements, glucose level, blood pressure reading, and any health recommendations will be made available to you right away. Your health information and results will be confidential. For more information, contact FCPH at 507-765-3898 and ask for Brenda.

similar sex, age, and height would be considered to have high blood pressure. A diagnosis of high blood pressure for children is based on blood pressure readings on at least three different visits.

Some forms of high blood pressure are caused by family history, gender, ethnicity, and age but most often high blood pressure is caused by lifestyle choices. High blood pressure can often be prevented or controlled through lifestyle changes and medications. High blood pressure can be managed by: maintaining a healthy weight, getting exercise, reducing caffeine, salt, and alcohol intake, reducing stress, quitting smoking, and eating a diet

comprised of whole grains, vegetables, and fruits.

High blood pressure is often called the ‘silent killer’ because it usually shows no signs or symptoms until other serious problems arise.

Many people with high blood pressure do not know that they have it. High blood pressure can lead to heart disease, heart attack, heart failure, stroke, blindness, kidney failure, and kidney disease. The only way to determine if you have high blood pressure and prevent these illnesses is to have your blood pressure checked. Fillmore County Public Health is providing no-cost blood pressure checks open to the public at the following locations.

For information contact Fillmore County Public Health at 507-7653898.

Fillmore County Public Health 2013 Blood Pressure Clinic Schedule All Clinics are Public Clinics

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College News Dean’s List/Honors • Riverland Community College: Jacob Fournier of Lanesboro’ Nicholas Mesenbring and Cheryl Perry of Ostrander; Arie Foster, Scott Holland, Dylan Steichen, and Gary Wee of Spring Valley •MN State University Mankato: Leah Johnson, Kristopher Roppe, and Samuel Storlie of Mabel; Jordyn Marzolf, Morgan Mensink, and Zachary Reicks of Preston; Brittney Capelle, Aaron Christie, Danielle DeGeus, Kindra Hagan, and Spencer Klevan of Spring Valley.

• South Central College: Jasmine Gleason of Wykoff

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•Winona State University: Lukas Anderson, Trevor Auman, Amanda Baer, Amy Bessler, Alex Courrier, Christy Johnson, Alex Kjos, Blake Lea, Alyssa Miller, Elsie Nelson, Tracy Todd, and Stephanie Wick of Rushford; Lindsay Anderson, Justin Gjere, Carin Hyter, Tricia Laganiere-Sand, and Addyson Sand of Mabel; Ashley Case, Leah Dols, Nathan Hanson, Samuel Hanson, Sarah McGarvey, and Katherine Sveen of Preston; Jasmin Applen, Kayla Hongerholt, Karlee Ruen, and Elizabeth Thiss of Lanesboro; Nicole Corey, Ashley Gately, Kalene Hill, Renee Kinstler, Jessica Kruckow, Ashley Merchlewitz, and Sidney Robinson of Houston;

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Jacqueline DeGeus, Jenna Fetterly, Ryan Thon, and Nicole Vrieze of Spring Valley; Ryan Bigalk and Zachary Olstad of Harmony; Cody Ellinghuysen of Peterson; Lacey Hamann and Mitchell Walbridge of Fountain.

•Univerisity of MN-Twin Cities: Andrea Clement of Spring Valley President’s/Chancellor’s List (students must receive a GPA of 4.0 for this recognition) •Southeast Technical College: Travis Brink of Canton; Marie Stier of Chatfield; Kendra Sand of Mabel; Joshua Agrimson, Laura Rislove, Dustin Semling of Peterson; Keela Brand, Nancy Flatten, Charity Houdek, Naomi Howe, Brianna Keller, Jennifer Koetz, Cadence McManimon-Meyers, Samara McManimon-Myers, Ryan O’Shaughnessy, Blaire Pronschinske, Tanya Rislove, and Shelby Warnken of Rushford.

•University of MN Rochester: Kelsey Wooner of Chatfield, Tricia Harstad of Harmony, Jayden Wilhelm of Preston, McKayla Pruter of Spring Valley •Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa: Jennifer Quanrud of Preston Graduations •Rochester Community and Technical College: John Dollar of Lanesboro, diploma

The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week. for Building Utilities Mechanic with High Honors; Amy Jacobson of Peterson, Associate in Science for Nursing; Autumn Moe of Harmony, Associate in Science for Individualized Studies; Megan Olson of Rushford, certificate for Customer Service Office Assistant; Susan Riggott of Fountain, Associate in Arts for Liberal Arts and Sciences; Rebecca Roesler of Harmony, Associate in Applied Science for Accountant, with honors; Kelsey Sauer of Harmony, Associate in Arts for Liberal Arts and Sciences, with honors; Angela Sivly of Harmony, diploma for Clinical Research Coordinator.

•University of Wisonsin LaCrosse: Katie Becker of Rushford, Master of Science in Occupational Therapy •Universal Technical Institute in Goodyear, Arizona: Dallas Serfoss of Preston, Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society, Director’s List Awards.

• Winona State University: Seth Afman of Rushford, Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Rehabilitative Science; Lindsay Anderson of Mabel, Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Jacqueline DeGeus of Spring Valley, Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Kayla Hongerholt of Lanesboro, Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Magna Cum Laude Honors; Christy Johnson of Rushford,

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management with Magna Cum Laude Honors; Jessica Kruckow of Houston, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Alyssa Miller of Rushford, Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Thomas Morrow of Spring Valley, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science; Jordan Pelzl of Rushford, Bachelor of Science in Composite Materials Engineering; Kelsey Ristau of Preston, Bachelor of ScienceTeaching in Special Education; Ethan Scheck of Houston, Bachelor of Science-Teaching in Social Science/History; Tyler Speer of Lanesboro, Bachelor of Science in Sociology: Criminal Justice.

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Journal Writing Project

Peter Pan syndrome

By Erin Woods I’ve been battling myself lately. The thing is, I am a senior in high school and as I was growing up, I always had EVERYTHING figured out. I knew that I wanted to go to Winona State University for a degree in sports medicine and then Erin Woods branch out to bigger places and practice my profession. Then, a few years ago, I realized that the medical field wasn’t for me when I witnessed my older sister’s staph infection on her leg at the water park in Texas. Funny how fast things can change, right?

I then developed the dream to move out to California and earn a Bachelor of Science in Audio Engineering to hopefully have my own recording studio and record label. That’s what I have wanted to do ever since and that’s exactly what I intended to do. I had my plan, I had an idea of what it would take to get there, and I knew it was going to be one of the hardest obstacles to overcome, a small town Minnesota girl living in Hollywood signing major talent and making her dreams come true. When you’re a senior and just coming out of high school, the place you’ve been since you can remember and the place you feel comfortable, it is daunting. My friends are there, my teachers know my strengths and weaknesses, and I have a support system of 50 people or more at any given time. Don’t you think it’s hard to walk away from that?

Sometimes I like to think of myself as Peter Pan. I have

Peter Pan Syndrome; take me to Never Neverland and let me stay 18 forever. I know, it’s silly. My mother has taught me not to run from my problems but to face them with confidence. So that’s what I have been trying to do. I wake up every morning looking for the inspiration it would take to spark that light in my head again. You’re probably thinking “What? I thought she had a plan to head to California and follow her dreams!” I did, but then I realized the success rate of being an audio engineer and/or producer. The chances are I will spend four years in a university studying music, the physics of sound, and the plethora of technology it would take to even begin a career in this beautiful field only to have difficulty in landing a job. Discovering these things scared the crap out of me! I want to be successful.

I want a healthy income to support myself and eventually contribute to a family, I want to live a comfortable lifestyle and not have to worry about where my rent check is coming from.

Here I am scared and trying to manipulate myself into wanting something else in the vast options of a lifelong career.

Remember when you were five years old at the grocery store, and your mom let you get a candy bar, but she said, “Hurry and pick one out.” I remember that feeling of standing there in front of that shelf full of yummy options that would probably satisfy my sweet tooth but I wanted that big candy bar that they ran out of so I had to choose something else, my second favorite. That has been me for last seven months. It’s what I thought about at night before

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Selling Tractors, Combines, Heads, Planters, Spring Tillage Equipment, Hay And Forage Equipment, Skid Loaders all other types of miscellaneous farm equipment plus Trucks, Trailers and miscellaneous vehicles.

For more information or to consign a single item or a complete farm line call Gehling Auction Co. 1-800-770-0347 or email denny@gehlingauction.com Advertising deadline is March 1, 2013 Notice - All Items You Want On Line – Live Online Bidding – On Gehling Live.Com Must Be On Our Lot By March 14, 2013.

All Other Items Must Be On Our Lot By March 18, 2013 at 5:00 pm.

For more information call Gehling Auction Co 1-800-770-0347

Monday, February 25, 2013 I fell asleep, it’s what I thought about in the car on my way to work, and it’s what I thought about in my math class. Someone recently asked me, “If you could do one thing for the rest of your life and money was no object, what would be enough for you?” My answer was to be an audio producer. That’s when I realized that money shouldn’t matter. You should do what your heart tells you. I know I won’t be happy in thirty years being behind a desk filing papers or selling insurance.

God knows I’d rip my hair out as a realtor.

Everybody wants something different. My best friend recently joined the military. I don’t think the military is for me, but don’t think for a second that I am not proud of her and grateful for our servicemen and women. I decided that I will not fear the unknown, and I will pursue my dream one baby step at a time with hard work and dedication. There is not one part of me that will be in the nursing home someday thinking, “I bet I could’ve been a great producer,” because I will KNOW. Whether I soar and shine in this industry or crash and burn concluding I wasted my time and money, at least I will know. There is always a plan B. A plan Z, if I need it!

So the question for you, reader, is....What would you do for the rest of your life if money was no object, what would be enough for you?

Erin Woods is a senior at Mabel-Canton High School. She is one of 8 area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its fourteenth year.

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Luther junior Pecinovsky to present clarinet recital DECORAH, IA - Sara Pecinovsky, a Luther College junior from Mabel, Minn., will perform a clarinet recital at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 3, in the Noble Recital Hall of the Jenson-Noble Music Hall on the Luther campus.

Pecinovsky, the daughter of Chris and Lori Pecinovsky of Mabel, is majoring in music with a minor in K-12 music education at Luther. She is a 2010 graduate of Mabel-Canton High School.

Pecinovsky will perform works

by Paul Hindemith, Gerald Finzi and Mozart.

A reception will follow the performance. Both the recital and reception are open to the public with no charge for admission.

Pecinovsky is a clarinet student of Michael L. Chesher, Luther associate professor of music and a voice student of Rachel Ware, Luther adjunct faculty in music.

She will be accompanied by

Luther senior, Clara Byom, piano, as well as Lauren Benish, violin; Kristen Flak, violin; Eleanor Schuman, viola; Kelsey Smith, cello; Ben Anderson, bass; Blaire Shaffer, flute; Hannah Josephson, bassoon and Kayla Niehaus, french horn.

Her recital partner, Suzanne Russell, is a Luther junior and plays the flute.

Pecinovsky serves as the student concertmaster of the Luther College Concert Band and is a member of Luther’s Collegiate Chorale.

Luther is home to one of the largest collegiate music programs in the nation with six choirs, three orchestras, three bands, two jazz bands and nearly 1,000 student musicians.

Luther students participate in large ensembles, faculty-coached chamber groups, private lessons and master classes. More than 350 music majors study music theory, ear training, history, education, composition, church music and performance.

Boat • tools • antiques • HouseHold

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Lunch by Gleasons

sunday, March 3Rd 2013 - 9:00am Sale to be conducted at the

spring Valley sales auction Building 412 east Park street, spring Valley, Mn AUCTIONEER NOTE: We will be selling a large selection of furniture, antiques, collectibles, tools, and household items from one party moving to Texas. Selling 90% of their household items and 2 parties downsizing. Don’t miss this auction!

10-12 Hayracks of Smalls

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10’ x 12’ tin shed on wood floor. New in October 2005 snowbear 4’ x 6’ trailer with fold down ramp. 1977 Larson 17’ boat with trailer. 135 Mercury motor. Yard machine 11HP riding mower, MTD snowblower electric start.

For more info contact auction company www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com sale aRRanged and conducted By sPRing Valley sales coMPany

auctioneeRs: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Tom Jasper 50-113, 507-251-7654; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 RingMan: Bob Root, Roger Becker cleRk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163. announceMents day of take PRecedence oVeR any adVeRtised oR PRe-PRinted MateRial all of tHe aBoVe MeRcHandise is selling as is, wHeRe is, witH no waRRanty. teRMs: casH oR good cHeck day of sale. notHing to Be ReMoVed until settled foR. not ResPonsiBle foR accidents oR MeRcHandise afteR sold. Please BRing PRoPeR identification.

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Bernice Kolling Estate 17097 County 12 • Spring Valley, Minnesota

Located 6 miles south east of Spring Valley, 5.3 miles north west of Forestville State Park or 29 miles south east of Rochester, Minnesota Selling 160 acres of Ag Land, With A Former Building Site , CER‘S Are All In The 90’S. The Tillable Acres Are Rented Out For The 2013 Crop Season At 520.00 dollars Per Acre And The Rent Will Be Prorated By Tillable Acres To The New Buyer Or Buyers.

The Farm Is Located On A Hard Surface Road With Good Access To Each Parcel.

Selling In 3 Parcels Parcel 1- Approximately 18 Acres-M/L Ideal Building Site Or Hobby Farm Parcel 2- Approximately 64 Acers M/L Parcel 3- Approximately 77 Acres M/L All Parcels Will Be Sold Survey To Govern If They Are Split Terms 20% Nonrefundable Down Payment Day Of Sale, Balance Due In Full At Closing On Or Before April 1, 2013 For More Information Or A Book Stop In At Gehling Auction Co. Or Call 1-800-770-0347 During Normal Business Hours Gehling Auction Co. Matt Gehling Auctioneer Minnesota And Iowa Broker Gehling Auction Co.

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Monday, February 25, 2013

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

The 2nd Annual March Meltdown for Habitat for Humanity is just around the corner ing found each home to be 50 percent more efficient than a standard new home. Habitat homeowners in similar homes built by Habitat for Humanity Winona-Fillmore Counties have seen an annual utility savings up to $400 over the MN average!

To qualify for a Habitat home, families must currently live in substandard housing, be unable to obtain a conventional loan from a bank, have the resources to pay a monthly mortgage and be willing to partner with Habitat for Humanity. Before moving into a Habitat home, families must contribute 300 hours of “sweat-equity” to the building

of the home and must make a modest down payment.

Habitat for Humanity-Winona County built its first home in Winona County in 1994. Since then, 45 homes have been built.

In addition to the 25 homes within the city of Winona, Habitat has built homes in Lewiston, St. Charles, Minnesota City, Altura, Stockton and Rushford.

Volunteers interested in helping with Habitat for Humanity projects or offering donations may call the Habitat for Humanity–Winona County office at 507-457-0003 or visit our website at www.habitatwinona.org.

Chatfield’s Early Education system is a succesful program

munity and school support, the board has granted that classes will be cancelled on February 28. As the district has already had four snow days already this year, there was some concern over this decision. However, the board felt that it was in the district and community’s best interest to show school support.

Before concluding, the board announced that the next school board meeting will be March 18. Other special dates to note are an early dismissal on March 27 at 1:00 P.M. for staff development and spring break which will take place March 28 to April 1.

like to enter your chili or dessert please call Megan (507-4594199) by February 28th. Prizes for the best chilies and desserts are 1st place- $100 Visa© Gift Card, 2nd place - $50 Visa© Gift Card donated by First Southeast Bank in Harmony, and 3rd place - $25 gift card to Harmony, Rushford, or Preston Foods.

New this year a silent auction will be going on throughout the afternoon and evening with some great donations collected.

Rounding out the evening will be the Meat Raffle. Come and purchase raffle tickets and win great meat packages from Oak Meadow Meats. Tickets are $1, $2, and $5 for different meat packages. Come with some cash and be prepared to try to win some meat!

So put March 2nd on your calendar and we will see you at Wheeler’s to support Habitat for Humanity.

About Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity builds with Insulated Concrete Forms, a concrete-and-foam wall system that results in a very air tight, very well insulated home. Inside the walls, the homes incorporate energy efficient appliances, lowallergen flooring and low-flow plumbing fixtures; all in addition to a rigorous homeowner education process that includes home maintenance and energy conservation.

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By Mitchell Walbridge School board members of the Chatfield district met on Tuesday, February 19 to discuss a variety of topics, but one that attracted a lot of attention was Chatfield’s Kindergarten and early education program.

Superintendent Ed Harris and school board treasurer Mike Tuohy both recently attended a meeting in which state legislators were in attendance. Superintendent Harris even delivered a presentation to the attending audience. Tuohy commented that he felt Chatfield’s early education system “is one of the best in the state.” On March 8 state legislators Karla Nelson and Jeremy Miller will be visiting Chatfield Elementary School to view Chatfield’s early education programs and collect information how the district runs such a successful program.

Although it is uncertain whether or not Minnesota’s state budget will include provisions to fund early education more heavily, school districts across the state will be watching very closely for when the final budget is approved.

Other business discussed at the meeting included the school district’s calendar for the next year. Superintendent Harris and school administrators have been drafting a calendar for the 2013-2014 school year.

One proposal would be longer breaks throughout the year, but this would mean the school year would end in June. Of the

Make plans to come to Wheeler’s Bar and Grill in Harmony on Saturday, March 2nd for the March Meltdown festivities and support Habitat for Humanity.

The afternoon begins with a double elimination bean bag tournament beginning at 3:00pm. The entry fee is $20 per team. You could come out a winner! 1st place is a $100 Visa© Gift Card, 2nd place is a $50 Visa© Gift Card donated by First Southeast Bank in Harmony, and 3rd place is a Large Pizza from Village Square in Harmony and 4 tickets to the Jem Theater.

Many challenges are planned for other door prizes as well.

The Chili and Dessert Cook Off begins at 5:00pm with your free will donation. Taste the chilies and desserts submitted by some local chefs. If you would

MACHINERY/EQUIPMENT/VEHICLE AUCTION

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LOCATION: Sale to be held on the Dale and Kathryn Grobe farm 28639 Co. Rd. 25, Elgin, MN (just on the northeast edge of Elgin).

Sat., March 2, 2013

START TIME: 10 A.M. AUCTIONEER'S NOTE: This is a very clean assortment of good machinery/equipment/vehicles/tools to be offered at auction. More items arriving daily. Make plans to attend. Lunch on grounds.

TRUCK - VEHICLES - TRAILER 2004 International 4300 truck w/Int'l DT466 225 engine, 161,700 miles – '92 Chevy Z71 pickup, manual 350 motor – Car trailer, 9,000 GVW – '97 F150 XLT 5.4L Triton, reg. cab, 156K miles – '99 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo w/ new brakes, sunroof, 152K miles – '97 GMC 14 cu. ft. cube van w/ramp – (3) Chevy cargo vans – '96 Nissan Maxima – '94 Chevy conversion van w/wheel chair lift – '99 Grand Prix – '99 Chevy 1/2-ton 4x4 truck – '99 F250 ext. cab 4x4 truck, 7.3L diesel – '98 Ford Taurus – '98 Chev.

Blazer – '96 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

EXCELLENT MACHINERY - 2010 4-WHEELER JD 7000 6-row corn planter w/cross auger and spring packer – Marliss 15' grain drill w/7.5" space and press wheels, grass seeder on transport cart – (2) JD 27 stalk choppers – Shop built 30' head mover trailer – Mensch side shooter skid attach. – NI 5408 3-pt. rotary disc mower – IH 20' 181 rotary hoe – JD 24' 235 tandem folding disc – JD 400 rotary hoe 3-pt. – Farmhand 4-row cultivator 3-pt. – 18.4-38 band duals at 50% – Gravity box w/fertilizer auger – Saddle tanks w/ cradle for 35-45-55 Cat Challenger – 2100 gal. plastic vertical water tank w/4 hp transfer pump and hose – 2010 Polaris Sportsman 850 w/power steering – 522 Gehl rake – Farmhand grinder blower – '05 Knight Slinger 8141 w/lid – Pequea 910 hay tedder – '81 Int'l truck w/20' Scott box and hoist – IH 56 silage blower – MN Big 7 running gear – JD 953 running gear.

WAYNE B. SMITH ESTATE

AUCTIONEER'S NOTE: The following items are from the Wayne B. Smith Estate. All items are very clean and well cared for.

SKID LOADER - ATTACHMENTS - TRAILERS - PICKUP WITH PLOW - DUMP TRUCK - WALK BEHIND SKID 2001 JD 250 skid loader, very clean w/708 hrs. w/attach., to include pallet forks, bucket, landscape plane, (4) extra tires – Heavy-duty trailer, 12,000 GVW – Light duty 5'x8' flatbed trailer, homemade – 2004 Dodge Ram HD 2500 crew cab pickup w/topper, 4x4, clean, 91,200 miles w/Hiniker 8' snow plow – 1997 Ford 1-ton dump truck – Ramrod Taskmaster 900T (bought new) walk behind skid w/20 hp V-twin Vanguard motor and many attach. to include bucket, land plane, straight plow, pallet forks, trencher, and Sweepster sweeper.

FARMING EQUIPMENT - MISC. EQUIPMENT 1953 Super H Farmall, all parts with it, good metal, needs restoration – McCormick-Deering 2-14 slat bottom plow, pull-type on rubber – McCormick-Deering 7' sickle mower, rear mount, fits Super H – 4-wheel running gear wagon w/wood flare box – End gate broadcast seeder – Wisconsin stationary engine – Pallet of tire chains for truck – Qty. of woodworking tools and tools to include: (2) Porter Cable laser levels – Chains and binders.

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teachers and parents surveyed so far, feedback pointed to keeping the current calendar structure, which would mean students would be released at the usual time at the end of May. However, a more pressing calendar change was made for the coming week for the school district. As avid local sports fans are surely well aware, Chatfield’s wrestling team has made it to the state level in the wrestling tournaments this year. Due to com-

Feedlot Korner Livestock manure and commercial fertilizers are important assets for livestock and crop farmers in Southeast Minnesota. When properly applied both manure and commercial fertilizers provide essential nutrients which enhance crop yields and profits.

To help provide farmers with information on current feedlot issues and the latest research and management techniques relating to crop nutrients needs the County Feedlot Officers of SE Minnesota (Winona, Fillmore, Olmsted and Wabasha Counties) are sponsoring two Feedlot / Nutrient Update Meetings.

The meetings will be held: February 26, 2013 (10:00 - 12:30 pm) in Rochester at the 4-H Building on the Olmsted County Fairgrounds. February 28, 2013 (12:30 - 3:00 pm) in Preston at County Office Building 902 Houston St. Room 108. Livestock operations of all sizes are encouraged to attend!

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•Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels. For fundraiser info, call 507-867-3583.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •AA Meeting, 7pm, St. Ignatius www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Catholic Church basement, Spring Valley. “Living in the Solution.” www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Newcomers welcome.* •Cedric Watson & Bijou Free Mini-Concert, 7pm, Jem Theater, www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Harmony.

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THANK YOU We wish to extend a heartfelt thank you for the outpouring of community support at the 6th Annual BLT Memorial Tournament. It was a huge success thanks to all of the tournament participants, the silent auction bidders and all of the people who gave so generously throughout the event-filled day. Donating to the Lanesboro Booster Club in Brent’s name is very gratifying for us. Special thanks also to the Root River Saloon, Lanesboro American Legion, Lanesboro BP, Lanesboro Sales Commission, Associated Bank, Bent Wrench, Chat n’ Chew, FHR, Kelly Printing & Signs, Nordic Lanes, Old Barn Resort & Rivers Bend Golf Course, Preston Specialties, Rhino’s, Tlougan Roofing and Wagner Construction.

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ON THE CRUNCHY SIDE in Harmony is hiring bartenders & wait staff, all shifts, ask for Lisa. Also hiring cooks & kitchen staff, all shifts, ask for Miles. Apply in person - fun place to work!! 507-886-5560. h1tfn- o

INTERPRETER 1: ($12.69 hourly) Minnesota Historical Society’s Historic Forestville Historic Site located in rural Preston, MN, seeks applicants for parttime Interpreter I positions to conduct public tours and educational programming; to educate and engage visitors with the history of the Historic Forestville Site; and to assist in its operations. High school diploma or equivalent; strong interpersonal and oral communication skills;ability to effectively deliver verbal presentations; must be able to attend mandatory training sessions in April and work a varied schedule of 2-4 days/week, including weekdays, weekends (both Saturday/Sunday) and holidays from April 1 - October 31, annually. For application materials, call (507) 765-2785 or visit website at www.mnhs.org/about/ jobs. Application deadline: March 4, 2013.

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HELP WANTED: CHS Inc. is seeking full-time seasonal truck drivers and general labors, for the Grand Meadow, Elkton, LeRoy, Ostrander, Spring Valley, Wykoff, MN and Chester, IA areas. Must have or be able to obtain a CDL and Medical Card.

Contact CHS at 507-754-5125 or 507-6572234. CHS Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. h18,25- o

Has an opening for an individual interested in caring for young children up to 3 days per week.

Interested candidates can apply by completing a Fillmore Central School application.

Please send to Holly Kanengieter, Community Education Director P.O. Box 50, Preston, MN 55965 or holly.kanengieter@isd2198.k12.mn.us

RN/LPN/NuRsiNG AssistAN PositioNs AvAiLAbLe Part-time RN & LPN shifts available, along with Full-time and Part-time Nursing Assistant positions.

Must be caring, compassionate, and a team player. Will train and reimburse for classes, if not on the registry. Bonus-pay on weekends and shift differential.

Contact: Nicky or stop by for an application

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT POSITION. Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce. Part-time, seasonal, hourly, 12-24 hours/week. Work experience in customer service, marketing and administrative support preferred. Strong organization and verbal skills. Experience in Microsoft Office, data-based programs, online processing and newsletters. Application and job description online www.lanesboro. com/chamber/resources or contact Julie Kiehne, julie@lanesboro.com 507-4672696. Application deadline February 28. h11,18,25- o NOW HIRING: Companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500.00 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 DEPT. MN-485. h11,18,25- x

ROOT RIVER COUNTRY CLUB is now hiring kitchen and wait staff. Please call 507-259-5890. h18,25- o

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is now accepting resumes/applications for the following positions:

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Work for the Official Trailer of NASCAR® and IndyCar! Featherlite located in Cresco, Iowa seeks job applicants for assembler and welder positions.

Featherlite is the nation’s top trailer brand and manufacturer of professional race car transporters.

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An exciting opportunity to work alongside committed and driven people in the industry, building the industry’s top products.

You will assemble products by interpreting print packets and bills of materials. You must be able to accurately measure components and assemblies, utilize a variety of hand, power and air tools and perform high quality work.

An exciting career opportunity for entry level and experienced welders in aluminum and/or steel component fabrication. Our welders apply best welding techniques to create aluminum and steel piecework and subassemblies, and read/interpret print packets/work orders for assigned jobs.

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We produce only high quality products. If you are a high quality individual, please apply at our Cresco facility at 816 7th St. West, between the hours of 7:00 am and 4:30 pm or online at our website www.fthr.com/jobs. Also, you can call us at 563-547-4725 and we will be happy to mail you an application.

Featherlite, Inc. requires pre-employment background and drug screen. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, strongly encouraging diversity within our workplace.

HELP WANTED on Fountain dairy farm.

Call for information 507-272-8390. h25o RHINO’S IS HIRING part-time help for spring/summer. Hiring all shifts. 11-4pm, 4-9pm. Responsible adults and school age kids over 15 years of age encouraged to apply. Must be able to work nights and weekends. Apply at Rhino’s Pizza & Sub Shoppe in Lanesboro. h25,4- o ROOT RIVER HARDWOODS Kiln Dried Lumber Store: Looking for a reliable person to work in Lumber store, wood working experience helpful. Benefit package available. Retirement plan. Apply at Hwy 52 N, Preston, MN 507-765-2284. h25,4,11- o ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT POSITION: Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce. Part-time, seasonal, hourly, 12-24 hours/week. Work experience in customer service, marketing and administrative support preferred. Strong organization and verbal skills. Experience in Microsoft Office, data-based programs, online processing and newsletters. Application and job description online www.lanesboro. com/chamber/resources or contact Julie Kiehne, julie@lanesboro.com 507-4672696. Application deadline February 28. h25- o HEAD TRACK COACH for the 2013 Track Season for Lanesboro-Fillmore Central Track Team. Please send letter of application and resume to: Lanesboro ISD 229, 100 Kirkwood St., Lanesboro, MN 55949. 507-467-2229. h25,4- o

Part-Time Bremmer Aide

OWN YOUR LIFE Home-based easy income system that anyone can do. No selling. Once in a lifetime opportunity. Call 877/440-2005 for free cd. MCAN

Part-Time Dietary Janitor Evenings

SOFTWARE ENGINEERS Programmers with C+, .NET or C# experience or training. High pay scale. Aatrix Software, Inc. A rapidly growing eFile provider. bruces@ aatrix.com MCAN

Must be 18 years of age or older and available to work every other weekend and 3-9pm some weekdays

Part-Time Housekeeping/Laundry Aide It pays to work 2nd shIft! apply today.

WANTED: PERSON TO MANAGE the beer garden at the Fillmore County Fair July 24-27. Job will entail es., ordering, restocking, accounting, organizing and supervising volunteers and employees.

Send application to PO Box 364, Preston, MN 55965 or email kathytesmer@live. com by March 1st. h18,25- o

• Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Kelly at GSLS PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

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Express Employment Professionals Immediate Openings for Manufacturing Positions In the Stewartville Area If you have the following qualifications we’d like to talk to you!

•6 months recent, positive work history •Assembly and/or manufacturing experience •Ability to read, write and speak English •Ability to lift 30-50 lbs. on a repetitive basis Express Employment Professionals Offers: •Long-term career opportunities •Vacation and Holiday pay •1st, 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities •Part time weekend shifts

For more information contact: 2518 North Broadway, Rochester 507-285-1616 or 1-800-331-0853 www.expresspros.com

OIL FIELD CDL DRIVER $60-$120K Do you have a new CDL and no one will hire you? We’ll get you trucking in no time. mn@armcorp.biz 605/906-0544 MCAN JD PRORATE AND BOOKKEEPING is looking for a CPA. We specialize in transportation and oil field related services.

Salary $65-$110k DOQ. 605/553-2080 applicant@jdfinancials.com MCAN CENEX OF ELLENDALE, ND is seeking a qualified CEO / General Manager. This is an agronomy, energy, and auto parts operation with sales of $20 Million. A strong background in finance, communication, and personnel management is desired. Ag Business degree and or ag business management experience preferred Send, email, or fax (888/653-5527) resume to: Larry Fuller, 5213 Shoal Drive, Bismarck ND 58503, larry.fuller@chsinc.com MCAN DRIVERS - $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS New pay program! Earn up to 50 CPM. Home weekly. Excellent miles, $50 tarp pay. Must be Canadian eligible 888/6915705 MCAN DRIVER $0.01 increase per mile after 6 and 12 months. $.03/mile quarterly bonus.

Daily or weekly pay. CDL-A, 3 months current exp. 800/414-9569 www.driveknight.com MCAN JE TRANSPORT is seeking CDL drivers with hazmat/tanker endorsement to haul crude oil in ND. 2yrs driving experience and 1 yr oilfield or tanker exp. required.

Potentially earn $100,000+. Call 877/4729537 M-F 8am-5pm. MCAN FULL-TIME POSITION: 140 cow dairy located near Greenleafton is seeking a responsible person to assist with milking and feeding. Pay based on experience.

Must have reliable transportation. Would include some week end shifts. References required. Please call 507-259-9713. h25,4o

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BILL’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

Mel’s Golf Cars LLC closeout on new colored 2012 Yamaha gas and electric Golf Carts. Example: a $5,000.00 car with small down payment and approved credit the price could be $150/month for 36 months. Many used Golf Cars available.

We are an authorized Yamaha Dealer and provide the highest quality in all our Golf Carts. 132 Garfield Ave. S. Albert Lea, MN or call Mel at 507-438-2705. See us at the Northbridge Mall Home and Recreation Show in Albert Lea, MN on March 8, 9 and 10. s25,4- x

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

HOUSE FOR SALE: 30 3rd Ave SW, Harmony, MN. EXCELLENT LOCATION READY TO MOVE INTO. Very clean, ranch style. Attached garage, concrete driveway, kitchen, dining room, living room, 3 bedroom, w/hardwood floors, 2 bathrooms, nice yard, new furnace & windows. Contact Cindy Bechtel 307-399-2826 or David Whalen 563-886-5822. e25- o

FOR SALE: Internet-ready, eMac computers, 1ghz, 80gb, 512mb RAM, InDesign Master Suite Collection software. All products for media desktop publishing included. Asking $249 or best offer. Call Jason at 507-251-5297. s6tfn- x DON’T PAY HIGH heating bills. Eliminate them with an OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533-4523. swk4tfno

100 PERCENT GUARANTEED OMAHA STEAKS Save 69 percent on the grilling collection. Now only $49.99 Plus 2 free gifts & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler, order today. 888/740-1912 Use Code:45102FVY or www.OmahaSteaks. com/offergc61 MCAN

FOR SALE: Hay & Firewood Auction. 1st Tuesday of each month at 11am. Jan 8th (second Tuesday), Feb 5th, Mar 5th, April 2nd. Consign your item call Dan Isola 2617078. Have items checked in by 10am.

Country Fresh Produce Auction Site, St. Charles. s12/31,1/28,2/25,3/25- o GIVE AWAY, TWO CATS. One is a 1-2 year old short-haired grey and white, playful, loving, smallish kitten. One is a 10-plus year medium haired medium-sized black and white, lazy but affectionate cat. Need a good home. Good indoor family cats. Both female. Take one or both. Owner passed away. Call 507-951-9678. s11tfn- x

EZ-GO & Yamaha GOlf Carts SaleS & Service New & USed Ivan Vreeman harmony, mn 507-273-6928

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE: 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in the country with heated shop. 507-259-6961. e30tfn- o 101 ACRES. Newer home and pole barn.

Wildflower/Prairiegrass, Ponds, Woods.

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Sealed bids will be accepted until 4:00 PM on March 25th, 2013 at RE/MAX Select Properties, 25 W Center St, PO Box 425, harmony MN 55939.

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The property to be sold: is located at 735 1St Avenue SW, harmony MN 55939. Property identified as Parcel ID # 15.0006.020, Legal to conform to address. Contact RE/MAX Select Properties for a complete information packet.

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Bids will be accepted as follows: Bids will be opened privately by Seller and Broker. the top four bidders will be notified and must be reachable by phone on March 25th, 2013. the top four bidders will be required to meet at 5 PM, tuesday, March 26th, 2013 at the RE/MAX office in harmony, for a bid off. Each bidder will be able to raise their bids until a highest and best offer is reached. the successful bidder will be required to immediately enter into a purchase agreement providing non-refundable earnest money in the amount of ten percent (10%) down and the balance payable upon the date of closing, May 1St, 2013. Possession will be given upon the date of closing.

Survey provided by seller.

All bids must be: in writing, signed by person(s) making the offer, include a return address, best reachable telephone number, and letter of credit supporting the offer.

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Bids must be received by 4 PM on Monday, March 25TH, 2013. Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any and all technicalities in the bidding process. Announcements on the day of the bid opening shall take precedence over previous announcements. Buyers must make their own inspection of the property.

103 20th St. NE, Stewartville, MN ~ Just off Hwy 63

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FOR SALE: New 4 bedroom 3 bath, 3 car garage. Fountain. 507-259-6961. e29tfn- o

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PROPERTY FOR SALE: St. Johns Lutheran Church of Wykoff is selling the Christian Heritage High School property, located at 304 East Bartlett St., Wykoff, MN. The sale will take place by negotiated bids. All bids must be in writing. The building and property will be sold AS IS with no warranties.

Sellers shall provide a warranty deed for the property. Purchaser shall be responsible for all other closing costs. Purchaser must sign a purchase agreement and submit 10% of the purchase price as earnest money if their bid is accepted. Submit all bids to James Eickhoff, 20385 County 117, Wykoff, MN 55990. All bids must be received by March 6, 2013. Seller reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Contact Ernest Meyer Jr. (507-352-6141) or James Eickhoff (507352-4532) for showing. e25,4- o

• Bobcat S185 Cab • Bobcat S250 Cab • Bobcat S330 Cab

Roxanne Johnson, BROKER, ABR, CBS, GRI

RE/MAX Select Properties 25 West Center Street, PO BOX 425, Harmony, MN 55939 Office: 507-886-4221 RoxanneJohnson@remax.net • www.semnRealEstate.com

• Bobcat T180 • Bobcat 873 • NH TC 40 w/loader

2+ COMMERCIAL LOTS

RANCH WITH MAIN FLOOR REMODELED

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TIM DANIELSON

E-mail: homes@timdanielson.com www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 867-9100 Cell: 259-9110

ELCOR Realty Co. LOTS FOR SALE

CHATFIELD – Fingerson & Donahoe First Subd. Covenant controlled neighborhood with lg cul-de-sac, walk-out lots w/private backyards. Lots starting at $29,900. NEW PRICING AND ADDITIONAL LOTS AVAILABLE! RACINE – Lyman’s Second Subdivision. Located in newer development on cul-de-sac street with city utilities, choice of builder and covenant controlled. Hurry only 3 lots available.

Prices starting at $19,900.

WYKOFF/FILLMORE AREA – 2 approximately 25 acre rural building sites with spectacular views and CRP. #4040787 & #4040788 priced at $149,900/each.

SOLD

SOLD 502 MARGARET ST NE, CHATFIELD • 3 Bedrooms plus 2 Baths • 2 Car garage SdenO•LD 926 JOHN & MARY LANE SE, CHATFIELD

• 5 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Open layout • Cherry cabinets

NEW LISTING

1026 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD

#4042807

• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Finished Lower Level • Newer roof, furnace, A/C, steel siding • Nicely landscaped yard • Patio • Private Backyard

105 MAIN ST NORTH, CHATFIELD #4041374

521 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD

• 4 Bedrooms • 0.40 ac • 135’ of Highway 52 frontage • Nice View of Mill Creek Park • 2 Car Garage

#4027871

• 3+ Bedrooms on same level • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage • Numerous updates • Move-in cond.

425 GROVE ST NE, CHATFIELD

$132,900 #4041555

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • 3,000 sq. ft.

• Walnut cabinets • Island • Upgraded appliances • New roof, windows & flooring throughout • Fireplace • Partial fenced yard • 0.48 acre

COMMERCIAL

COMPLETELY REMODELED RANCH

NEW PRICE

$119,900

$54,900

$129,900

AFFORDABLE ACREAGE CLOSE IN!

DARLING CAPE COD

• Updated main floor w/1,320 sq ft & bath • 2-1 Bedroom apartment’s w/separated utilities

NEW LISTING

NEW PRICE

#4027142

212 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD $64,900

TOTALLY RENOVATED DOWNTOWN BUILDING

$134,900 213 DIVISION ST NE, CHATFIELD

#4039553

• 3 Main floor bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • Main floor Laundry • Great room w/gas fireplace • Formal Dining • Updated Kitchen & Bath • New roof • flooring • vinyl siding • central air unit

2006 RANCH W/ BOTH LEVELS FINISHED

NEW LISTING

$144,900

$139,900 #???????

901 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD

• 4 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2,496 sq. ft.

• New windows, roof, vinyl siding, driveway • Tons of hardwood & ceramic tile floors • Finished LL • Gas stove • Deck • Patio

AMAZING SPACE & WOODWORK

615 FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD

#4039978

3.45 ACRES

$147,900 #4042805

21757 COUNTY 2, CHATFIELD

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 baths • 2 Car garage • Hardwood floors • 4 Bedroom • 3 Bath • Loaded with Character • Open Staircase • Sunroom • Remodeled 2nd floor • Original woodwork • Wood floors • 10’ Ceiling • Steel Siding • New roof • Fenced backyard • All new windows, new roof & septic • Vinyl siding • Remodeled kitchen & baths

EXCEPTIONAL 2009 WALKOUT RANCH

$89,900 214 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD

INCOME POTENTIAL IN LOWER LEVEL

#4042274

• Numerous possibilities • Formally a Pizzeria • Main floor offers 3,011 sq. ft. • 2 baths • Hardwood floors • Updated electrical & furnaces • Display windows • Includes a very nice 2 bedroom apt. & 1 bedroom apt.

ESTABLISHED AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESS

$299,900

$169,900 1036 LONE STONE CT. SE, CHATFIELD #4042080

$224,900 327 BENCH ST SW, CHATFIELD

#4040927

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Open Layout • Quality windows • Steel siding • Ceramic tile • Deck • Level yard • No backyard neighbors • Even pay Gas ($30), Elec ($35), City ($60)

• 6 Bedroom • 3 Bath • 2 lots • 4,966 sq. ft. • Pocket doors • Crown moldings • 2 staircases • Leaded windows • Built-ins • Butler pantry • Finished walk-up attic • Sauna • 2 car garage

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY - DUPLEX

CHEAPER THAN RENT

$59,900 #4040978

• 2-2 Bedroom Units • Numerous updates • Live on main floor and renter make payment • Great Location across from School • Easy convert back to 4 bed, 2 bath, single family home

$239,900

539 HILLSIDE DR SE, CHATFIELD

• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Main floor laundry • 0.51 acre • Quality throughout • Open layout • In floor heat on both levels & garage • Partially finished lower level • Patio • Landscaped

#4040531

• 3 Bedroom • Main floor living • Deck • 2 car garage • Maintenance free exterior • New roof & windows • Just move-in

For more information on these listings and others visit...

#4040527

• 3 Bedroom • 2 bath • Fully furnished • Totally remodeled from the studs in 1992 • Oversized 2 car garage (24’x34’) • Main floor living • Move-in-condition

www.timdanielson.com

$279,900 #4037085

QUALITY RANCH - HORSES WELCOME

105 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD

#4039977

• Great Opportunity to be your own Boss!

• Turn Key, Call for details!

#4037339

208 ST. PAUL STREET SW, PRESTON $27,000 • Professional office space or retail • Display window • hardwood floors • ½ Bath • 1 Bedroom apartment on second floor

#4041489

117 FILLMORE ST W, PRESTON $75,000 $64,900

$99,900 205 MAIN ST, FOUNTAIN

1300 CONWAY LANE SE, CHATFIELD

• 4 Bedrooms • 5 baths • Brick exterior • Main floor living • 3’ doors • 9’ Ceilings • 4,784 sq. ft.

• 1.3 acre lot • Private Drive • LL previously used as mother-in-law residence

NEW LISTING

REDUCED 10K

$65,900 315 SILVER ST N, WYKOFF

#4042642

CLEAN & ENERGY EFFICIENT

NEW PRICE

601 CHATFIELD AVE NW, PRESTON

NEW LISTING

10 ACRES

$339,900

10939 55TH ST SE, EYOTA

#4042922

• 4 Bedroom • 3 Baths • Fireplace • Main floor laundry • Granite tops • Upgraded trim package • Wet bar • In floor heat in garage and basement • Pole Shed w/ heated shop • Outside wood boiler

TOWNHOME LOTS CHATFIELD ORCHARD RIDGE LOTS –BANK OWNED Townhome lots with private backyards (4 walkout, 2 level). This upscale neighborhood is on a paved dead end road with city utilities. Only $20,000/each.

• Updated Commercial building • Professional office space or retail • 2 bedroom apt (425/month), 1 bedroom apt. ($300/month) • Great location across from courthouse DOGPATCH BAR & GRILL

$325,000 10594 TROY VALLEY DRIVE., ST. CHARLES

#4041744

• Business Opportunity • 2.3 acres • Trout Creek • Totally remodeled Tavern of yesteryear • Bar w/ fireplace, Dance Area, Kitchen/Prep area • Remodeled 2 bedroom house w/ carport

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Roxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI RoxanneJohnson@remax.net Cell: 507-458-6110

Select Properties

25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939 www.SEMNrealestate.com • remax@harmonytel.net Toll Free: 888-839-2142

3 bedroom 2 bath home, nice layout, walk out basement, 2 car detached garage plus shop $54,450

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15437 Cty 9, GrEEnLEAFton, mn

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Charming well cared for 2 bedroom 2 bathroom home. Rural setting, newer garage with attached greenhouse. Heated Amish built summer kitchen. $74,900

Church hill School Condos LAnESboro, mn

30 3rd Ave nW, hArmony, mn

401 County rd 8, FoUntAIn, mn

340 b 5th Ave SE, hArmony, mn

A must see! 3 bedroom ranch home. Eat in kitchen You won’t believe the space in this 2 bedroom A unique opportunity & great location, 2 finished Relax & Enjoy! 2 bedroom, 2 bath, townw/ newer counter tops, center island & pantry. home. Beautiful oak hardwoods, updated win- units, high ceilings, open & bright floor plan pur- home. Great layout with generous sized Updated windows, siding & shingles. Lower level dows & shingles, private covered patio and large chase together or separate, garage option, rent rooms. Attached garage, CA, patio, applito own option, North Unit $110,000, South Unit family room, bedroom, 3/4 bath & office. $98,900 det garage $68,000 ances included. $120,000 $125,000

340 A 5th Ave SE, hArmony, mn Comfort by Design this 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhome offers open living & dining area, ample storage, att garage, patio, appliances.

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450 2nd Ave SE hArmony, mn

House and Shop! Spacious 4 bedroom home, 3 bedroom home offers curb appeal. Open bright & open floor plan with step saving kitchen. front covered porch to welcome your guests.

Two good sized bedrooms upstairs with super Hardwood floors under carpet. Main floor storage space. Detached garage also has an attached workshop with full basement and storage bedroom, 1/2 bath, and laundry. Det garage. No back yard neighbors. $48,000 shed. Located on dead-end street! $69,900

125 St. Paul Street PrESton, mn

611 Kenilworth Ave S, LAnESboro, mn

401 E hwy 52 CAnton, mn

405 Spring St. nW, PrESton, mn

Efficient 1991 built 2 bedroom ranch home, Charming, Historical Victorian home with an addi- Great opportunity and super location! This building is Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 ¾ bath home with an on the courthouse square. Main floor 1298 updated galley kitchen open to family room, full basement offers room to expand. De- tion featuring office/business space with finished located sq ft of space. Upstairs offers an additional 3 offices, basement below. Wonderful original woodwork. bathroom and spacious break room area. Basement and a nice wooded backyard. Large family tached 24 x 32 shed. $59,000 room addition with fireplace. Basement feaUpdated kitchen and bathrooms. B & B licensed. is equipped with shelving and offers nice storage. tures a rec or hobby area.

Seller wants your offer! $52,500 $349,900

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10 Ac 312 Preston St nW PrESton, mn Surprisingly spacious 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home. Updates include siding, windows, furnace & central air. 784 sq ft 2 car heated garage $85,000

210 Center St. W hArmony, mn

Church hill School Condos LAnESboro, mn

330 main Ave S, hArmony, mn

45742 Cty 29, mAbEL, mn

401 north St nW PrESton, mn

Lovely turn of the century home. 9 ft ceilings, Pretty & Practical! Nicely updated 2 bedroom A unique opportunity & great location, 1 Quality Custom built Ranch home & 2 car garage Traditional brink home. Original oak hardoffers a picture perfect setting overlooking a trout wood floors & woodwork on the main floor. pillars, decorative moldings, hardwood floors, home, new kitchen with solid surface counter & original cabinetry detail. Eat in kitchen, plus tops, updated bath, oak panel doors, CA, deck, 2 finished unit on first floor, 1,106 sq ft with stream. Professionally landscaped & patio, cedar Walk in pantry, plus built-in, main floor bedfencing. Plus det. multi 2 cars with shop & storage a large dining room. Large 3 season porch. garage $150,000. space, pole shed, & small barn. Riceford Creek room & open staircase. 1 car detached gacar det garage. $61,500 $94,900 rage. across road. State park nearby. $259,900

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355 3rd Ave SE, hArmony, mn

25 3rd Ave nW, hArmony, mn

285 niagara Ct, hArmony, mn

203 Coffee St. E LAnESboro, mn

Everything is ready! One level home on a cor- Great backyard with no backyard neighbor! 3 Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch home on a quiet Quaint 2 bedroom, 1.5 story home with view ner lot! 2 bedroom, 2 bath, kitchen open to din- Bedroom, 2 bath. Updates include shingles, sid- street with hardwood floors in kitchen and living room. of north bluff, easy access to downtown, trail, ing, breakfast bar, att 2 car garage. $95,000 ing, windows & patio door, LL offers great stor- Family room with stone fireplace. Backs up to country, theatres & river. Great location. no backyard neighbors! 3 season porch to enjoy views. age & room to expand. Att garage. $78,000 $104,900

Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

(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 318 w. HIGH STREET SPRING VALLEy $69,900

15478 CouNTy 9 PRESToN $109,000 If you are looking for small town quiet living look no further. In the small village of Greenleafton you will find a beautiful 3 bdrm, 2 bath walk out ranch style home. The lower level is completely finished with new updated neutral carpet, bath, office area currently used as guest room, and large family room. The upper level has 3 bdrms, bath, eat in kitchen, main floor laundry, dining area and deck off kitchen area overlooking back yard. The back yard is private with many mature trees. It is move in ready! Seller will consider a Lease with option to purchase or rental contract.

You’ll fall in love with the size of this yard! 3 bdrm home with new flooring, freshly painted interior, eat in kitchen and formal dining area, main floor laundry 2 car detached garage plus a stone storage shed. Great place to start out!

Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com

$389,900

A lot of house for the money! Enjoy the quiet community of Ostrander with this 3-4 bedroom home, 2 baths, large open kitchen/dining area, formal living room and family room on main floor. Lower level has large family with large enough for a pool table and a den/study that could be the 4th bedroom.

2 car attached garage and patio area.

2103 MARgARET ST. ChATFiELd

2.8 acres • Private setting • Steel Siding 3-car Heated Garage • 2 Fireplaces • W/O • Patio Abundance Of Wildlife • Wood Floors • Main Floor Laundry/Mudroom • Open Floor Plan

3+ Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Gas Fireplace 2 Car Garage • New Roof • Vinyl Siding

$172,000

14 WinOnA ST ChATFiELd Ranch Home • New Roof • New Windows Wood Floors • Remodeled bath • Gas Fireplace 3-season porch

$234,900

107 EAST MAIN RACINE $49,900

Totally renovated building currently used as professional building on main street in Racine. This building will suit many potential businesses. It has a kitchen, bath with shower and office area with built in desk area. Sits on 2 city lots with alley access.

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Potential business could be retail, restaurant/ bar, convenience store/grocery, crafts or many other uses. Can be divided off. Apartment above for rental or personal use. $89,900

13947 117 ST. SE ChATFiELd

CoMMERCIAL BuILdING - wykoFF Completely renovated building that is ideal for any type of restaurant, catering or other business opportunity. The lower level is finished for additional space. $199,900

LOTS FOR SALE

605 FiLLMORE ST. ChATFiELd

$99,900 322 PROSPECT ST. ChATFiELd 3 Bedroom Ranch • 2 Baths 3 Season Porch • 2 Car Garage Main Floor Laundry $164,900

4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Gas Fireplace 4 Season Porch • 2 Car Garage • Den/Office Finished w/up attic • 2 Story

310 MAPLE ST. LAnESbORO 3 Bedroom on main floor • Wheel Chair Assess.

In-Floor Heat in House & Garage •3 Baths Main Floor Laundry • Fireplace

$184,900 605 1/2 CALhOun AvE. LAnESbORO

Immaculate New Ranch • Main Floor Laundry/Mud Room • Vinyl Siding 3 Bedroom • 2 full baths • Walk-out insulated garage • Living room • Dining room • Family Room 9’ Ceilings • 2 Car Insulated Garage • Open Kitchen & Dining Bull Nose Corners • Cul-De-Sac

New Listing!

418 WinOnA ST. ChATFiELd 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • 4 Season Porch • 9’ Ceilings Maple Kitchen Cabinet • New Windows & Doors • 988 sq. ft. garage w/ heated shop • 6/10 acre lot • Porch • Patio • Main Floor Laundry • Alot of Storage Garden • Firepit • Formal Dining • Living room

$45,000 513 SPRing AvE PRESTOn Knotty Pine Throughout • 2 Car Garage Main Floor Laundry • Enclosed Porch

2 acres • 3 bedrooms on main floor • 2 baths 24x24 family room w/maple ceilings • Wood Floors Gas fireplace • Vinyl siding • 2 car att. garage • 30x32 shed w/ heated shop Edge of town • Overlooks city

Chatfield - Fingerson & Donahoe - 1st Subdivison - Lots Starting At - $29,900 $81,500

$159,900 19405 ST. hWy 80 WykOFF

$119,900

572 6Th CT SE dOvER

$239,900

$124,900 101 PLEASAnT ST E LAnESbORO 3 Bedrooms • Large Lot 3/10 Acre • Main Floor Laundry • Completely remodeled & Updated • Deck • New Roof • New Siding • New Window • Open Staircase • Formal living • Formal Dining • Family Room

707 ROChELLE AvE. S LAnESbORO

2 Story • 3+ Bedrooms • Porch 2 Full Baths • Main Floor Laundry • 2 Car Garage

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$310,000

135 SALEM PT. dR. SW ROChESTER

Townhouse • 4 Season Porch • Patio • 3 Baths Fireplace • 3 Bedrooms • Main Floor Living

11687 dEER ROAd MAbEL Cabin on 16 acres • Knotty Pine • Steel siding New well & septic • Covered porch In-floor heat • Loft area • Laundry

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Come home to great curb 315 Bench St. appeal, a touch of yesteryear SW, Chatfield & modern conveniences in this

Open House Sat. March 2nd 11:00-12:30pm

$115,000

Jo Christenson 507-250-6268

“Opening Doors to your dreams”

gorgeous 1915 built home.

Stunning woodwork, open staircase, detailed light fixtures & switches to charming columns leading from formal living & dining rooms, 3 sun porches, one off the master on the second floor, 2 other bedrooms & baths, deck, patio, garage and 2 sheds.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-13-124 In Re: Estate of David Arnold Trende NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar.

The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Paul Trende, whose address is 209 SW River Street, PO Box Preston, Minnesota 55965, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate.

Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as co-personal representatives or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection.

Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative have the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters of testamentary the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent.

Notice is further given that subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: 2/7/13 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Personal Representative Eric S. Corson Attorney for the Personal Representative CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC PO Box 65 117 St. Paul Street SW Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2121 Attorney #0350357 Publish 18,25

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-13-85 In Re: Estate of Orlie Vienna Brenno aka Orlie V. Brenno Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS Notice is given that Informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated November 21, 2001, has been filed with the registrar. The application has been granted.

Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed LuAnn C. Brenno whose address is 7676 Turner Road, Maple Plain, MN 55359, as Personal Representative of the estate of the above 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, and the personal representative is empowered to fully administer the estate, including, after 30 days from the date of the issuance of her letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate, unless objections thereto are filed with the Court (pursuant to Section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders.

Notice is further given that all creditors having claims against the said estate are required to present the same to said personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred.

Dated: Feb. 13, 2013 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar JAMES D. ATTWOOD Court Administrator Publish 18,25

COUNTY PROJECTS BIDS CLOSE MARCH 25, 2013 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN. Until 1:30 p.m. on the 25th day of March, 2013, for the following projects: SAP 023-615-013: Construct Br #23584, Approach Grading, Aggregate Base and Bituminous Surfacing, on CSAH 15, located 2.35 miles SW of Preston, MN. Major quantities include construction of a 35’ - 50’ - 35’ continuous concrete slab span bridge, minor approach grading & bituminous surfacing.

Plan and Proposal price is $50.00 picked up, and $55.00 if sent by US mail.

SAP 023-599-191: Construct Br #23586, Approach Grading, Aggregate Base, on Chatfield Twp Rd 261 (308th St), located 4.82 miles SE of Chatfield, MN. Major quantities include construction of a 23’ - 29’ - 23’ continuous concrete slab span bridge, minor approach grading and aggregate surfacing. Plan and Proposal price is $50.00 picked up, and $55.00 if sent by US mail.

Plans, Proposal and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. # 507-765-3854. Request for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above.

Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany the bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County.

Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Dated: February 20th, 2013 Ronald Gregg, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN 2-25/3-4/3-11 Publish 25,4,11

planning and zoning commission of the city of preston public hearing notice The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Preston will hold a public hearing on Monday, March 4, 2013, at 5:00pm to consider rezoning property in the southwest quarter of Section 32, township 103N, Range 10W. An application has been received from Fillmore County requesting the rezoning of 4.36 acres of property from I-1 (General Industrial) to R-1 (Agriculture/Residential).

The property is generally located to the northwest of the Fillmore County Highway Department shop and is part of the proposed Veteran’s Cemetery.

The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

A map showing the proposed rezoning and the legal description of the property is available for viewing at City Hall. Persons may contact City Hall at 507-765-2153 with any questions.

Joseph Hoffman, Zoning Administrator Publish 18,25 notice of board of audit fountain township The Annual Board of Audit for Fountain Township will be conducted after the Regular March Meeting. The March meeting will be held on March 7, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the Fountain Fire Hall.

Dan Graskamp, Clerk Publish 18,25 notice to residents of carimona township meeting change The March meeting of the Carimona Town Board will be held Monday, March 11, at 7:00 p.m. at the David Mensink farm.

Linda Marzolf, Clerk Publish 18,25

carrolton township notice Carrolton Township will hold the March meeting on March 6, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. due to Lenten Services.

Luanne Storelee Clerk Publish 25,4 COUNTY PROJECTS BIDS CLOSE MARCH 25, 2013 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN. Until 1:30 p.m. on the 25th day of March, 2013, for the following projects: SAP 023-607-003: Furnish & install 62’ of 14’ x 7’ Precast Concrete Box Culvert, on CSAH 7, approximately 3.5 miles S of Chatfield, MN and SAP 023-607-004: Furnish & install 54’ of 16’ x 7’ Precast Concrete Box Culvert, on CSAH 7, approximately 2.5 miles S of Chatfield, MN and SAP 023-623-024: Furnish & install 48’ of 8’ x 4’ Precast Concrete Box Culvert, on CSAH 23, approximately 3.0 miles SE of Whalen, MN These three projects are “tied” contractually. Plans and Proposal set for these projects will be $50 picked up, and $55.00 if sent by US mail.

Plans, Proposal and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. # 507-765-3854. Request for plans and proposal must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above.

Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany the bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County.

Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Dated: February 20th, 2013 Ronald Gregg, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN 2-25/3-4/3-11 Publish 25,4,11

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR LIVESTOCK FEEDLOT PERMIT Notice is hereby given per Minnesota Statutes 116.07, subd. 7(a), that Mark Koenings, will be applying to Fillmore County and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for a permit to construct a new feedlot of 720 animal units.

The proposed feedlot will be located in the SW1/4 of Section 9 of Beaver Township, T101N, R13W, of Fillmore County, Minnesota. The feedlot will consist of 2400 head (720 animal units) of wean to finish swine. The final animal unit capacity will be 720 animal units after the construction. The feedlot will be owned

by Mark Koenings.

The proposed swine operation will consist of a total of 2,400 wean-to-finish hogs in one total confinement barn. The barn will have an under-floor reinforced concrete pit that is the length of the barn and 8 feet deep to hold manure generated by the swine.

This publication shall constitute as notice to each resident and each owner of real property within 5,000 feet of the perimeter of the proposed feedlot as required by Minnesota State Law. Published at the request of Mark Koenings.

Publish 25 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Lanesboro City Council will hold a public hearing at 5:30pm, on Monday, March 4, 2013 in the Council Chambers at the Veteran’s Memorial Community Center in regards to updating the lodging tax ordinance. The ordinance is available at City Hall located at 202 Parkway Avenue South for review and/or is located on the City website at www.lanesboro-mn.gov.

Any person wishing to be heard in regards to the updated ordinance should attend the public hearing or e-mail questions or concerns to Lanesboro@acegroup.cc or call 467-3722.

Bobbie Vickerman City Administrator/Clerk Publish 25,4

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all children 13 and under are welcome to submit Weather art. send your picture to Fillmore county Journal p.o. Box 496, preston, mn 55965 or email it to: ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com or drop it off at the Fillmore county Journal 136 st. anthony st., preston, mn Be sure to include child’s First and last name, age, town and title of art Work.

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