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Advanced Body Chiropractic expands to Chatfield

Rushford Village aims to clarify policing needs By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Dr. Stephanie Lillis recently expanded Advanced Body Chiropractic to Chatfield. Photo by Hannah Wingert By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

When Dr. Stephanie Lillis D.C. was 19, she was in a serious car accident that changed her life. The accident left her severely injured and in chronic pain. When nothing her doctors tried worked to relieve her pain, they suggested surgery as a treatment. Thankfully, she decided to try out a chiropractor before the surgery and was amazed. “He took away the pain and gave me back my life,” she said. “I really truly felt like I was called to this profession through that experience.” Dr. Lillis began her career working for a chiropractic office in Cincinnati for five years,

but when she and her husband started their family, she knew it was time for a change. “We didn’t want to raise the kids in a big city,” she said. So, they uprooted and moved to Rochester, where Dr. Lillis is originally from. Dr. Lillis and her husband have co-owned Advanced Body Chiropractic in Stewartville for 14 years now. “He’s not a chiropracter, but he does everything else,” she laughed. In 2016, Dr. Lillis was approached by Dr. Julie Elder from Elder Chiropractic who asked if she would be interested in purchasing her practice and expanding Advanced Body Chiropractic to Chatfield. Dr. Elder had sustained a serious elbow injury while out walking

her dog and was unable to continue running her practice. “I’ve known her for many years and felt honored to be the one that she reached out to,” Dr. Lillis said. “I didn’t want to see something that she’d been building her whole life just go away.” After meeting with Dr. Elder, Dr. Lillis talked to her husband and spent some time praying over the big decision facing them before deciding to go ahead with the purchase. Originally, the plan was to open the new location in November 2016, but one weekend in October, Dr. Lillis couldn’t stop thinking about Dr. Elder’s patients who were See CHIROPRACTIC Page 7 

On the heels of a January meeting with the City of Rushford, the City of Peterson, Rushford Police Department, and the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department, the city has received a letter from Rushford indicating termination of the current policing arrangement and a desire to attempt to negotiate a new contemporary agreement. February 13, the City of Rushford approved ending the current arrangement December 31, 2017. The arrangement, as detailed by City of Rushford Administrator Tony Chladek, is response only, not preventative. When there is a call in the Village, the call goes to the Fillmore County Sherrif’s Department, who dispatches the Rushford Police Department if a county deputy is not in the area. Rushford Village reimburses the Rushford Police Department for

time and equipment. Mayor Gordon Johnson indicated to the Village council at the February 20 meeting that he’d spoken with Peterson Mayor Tim Hallum, who was in attendance. “They could have come and talked to us. However, they’re going about it in a way… they’d like more dollars,” said Johnson. “I don’t recall that we ever asked for anything.” He indicated it could be in the best interest of both the Village and Peterson to have a joint meeting with Fillmore County Sheriff Tom Kaase. The city believes the county is willing to offer a contract, similar to the cities of Canton and Wykoff, which would provide two-hours of patrolling in the city 365 days per year for a contracted price. Johnson questioned Mayor Hallum as to whether Peterson has asked for or needs patrolling. Hallum responded they had not. See POLICING Page 2 

CWD meeting offers different management perspective By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com

As Fillmore County comes to grips with the positive identification of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in the wild whitetail population, state organizations, landowners, game farmers, and hunters are grappling for answers and a clear path forward. On the heels of the findings, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) developed a CWD response plan and a Deer Management Plan Advisory Committee. Several public

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meetings have been held and the vested interests of those involved have brought both frustration and further questions. Initially, the deer identified included two bucks harvested approximately four miles west of Lanesboro, November 6 and November 13, in permit area 348. A third deer, harvested in mid-November, was identified five miles north of first two, but within the disease management zone, which is now designated Deer Permit Area 603. The See CWD Page 14 

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on roadways in their jurisdiction rather than call law enforcement Continued from Page 1 to do the task. Contact with county dispatch “I don’t want to come off negato report the issue would be tive to the police department. I required, as well as photographing think they do a great job. But, I and documenting the incident, don’t think we’ve asked for serbut no special permitting would vices,” added Johnson. be needed. Peterson indicated the “If that wasn’t enough, I wish issue is a public safety hazard and they’d come to us,” added Counthere are guidelines about how to cilor Dennis Overland. “We speproperly attend to it. It’s not clear cifically said we didn’t want patrolif the city would approve other ling. The citizens didn’t want it.” individuals to do the task, other Johnson suggested attendance than Peterson and Public Works at a Fillmore County CommisSupervisor Travis Scheck. sioners meeting to determine The city is also looking to what the county’s responsibility determine its response to the to the city is. “We seem to go emerald ash borer quarantine on through this every few years. It the county. The city is not curnever gets any better. Until the rently targeting removal of trees, sheriff comes back to us, maybe other than those of obvious need we need to wait,” said Johnson. “I along city-owned roadways. Trees in urbanized areas of the city have not been officially inventoried and only trees within the city’s right of way could be removed by the city. Councilor Mike Ebner, who has some experience dealing with the problem, will talk to an arborist about the cutting timeline and touch base with Public Works. The warm temperatures may have shortened the cutting season the ends when the bugs leave dormancy in late spring. The Rushford Village Council is working to determine policing The city’s Planning and Zonneeds. Pictured, left to right, at the February 20 meeting are Zon- ing Commission is continuing ing Administrator Jon Pettit and Councilors Dennis Overland, work through the multitude of city ordinances, looking to clarMike Ebner, and Rich Smith. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner ify and provide further detail, if needed. “We’re going over what we’re doing and why,” indicated Zoning Administrator Jon Pettit. “There’s a lot of stuff in there For the Seasons of Your Life and some of it is interpretation,” added 507-346-7381 Monday,Mayor FebruaryJohnson. 29 at 2p.m.“We need to dig into it so everyone gets the www.svseniorliving.com Brother Music Sister same answer.” Rhythm Housing with Services•Care Center•Home Health•Therapy•Post Acute Care Wing Thursday, Pettit also Marchreviewed 3 at 9a.m. recent contact from the Federal Emergency Blood Pressure Clinic Ask about our Management Agency (FEMA) Thursday, March 3 at 9a.m. regarding the Coffee with Friendsproposed flood mapping changes. Following Friday, March 4 at 2p.m. record regional flooding in 2007, ❖ Skilled Nursing Casey and the Good Timers FEMA has been working with ❖ Home Health Aide ❖ Homemaker Services Wednesday, at 2p.m. the countyMarch and 9municipalities to Arnold Walter Brand ❖ Medicare Certified update their flood mapping. SevThursday, 9a.m. affected, eral areasMarch are 10 noatlonger Call for details 507-346-1267 Coffee with Friends while some areas that were not in 800 Memorial Drive ❖ Spring Valley, MN 55975 the flood plain are now included and are subject to flood insurance requirements. “We’re close to the CLIP & SAVE end of the flood map lifetime. If no one in the public brings anyBack by popular demand thing forward in the next 90 days, they’re going to go ahead with Fillmore County as is,” said Pettit. The final map would be used by banks and insurance providers for property purchases and coverage. “Have they made anything public so people can see what they look like,” asked Councilor Dennis Overland. “We have 90 days to comment, but how do you know what to comment if you haven’t INCLUDES: Potato, Coleslaw, Baked seen it? What’s to contest? I would Beans, and of course...LEFSE think people would want to see if they’re in [the flood plain] or not.” Every Friday until Easter Mayor Johnson indicated suggesting the city could announce a Serving Noon-8:00pm comment period for public viewFamily Style ● Traditional ● Homemade ing. “This is their opportunity to come to us.” No formal viewing was announced, but it was noted www.norslandlefse.com that the maps are available online 507.864.2323 210 W. Jessie St, Rushford, MN on the FEMA website. Properties are searchable by address or latitude/longitude coordinates. If you would lIke to appear on thIs coupon page, The website is: www.msc.fema. contact the Fillmore County Journal at 507.765.2151.

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wished it would have been a little different than it was. Their letter gave it a little more rose-colored look,” he added. The council will extend an offer to the Sherriff’s Department to attend a meeting. “If we don’t hear anything back, the ball is in his court. We’ve offered an invitation to come; let’s see what he does.” In related news, Public Works has made some contact with Mitch Boyum of the DNR to determine if the city can take care of its own deer-related calls. The Rushford Police Department responded to six calls to dispatch deer that were hit on roadways. According to Hamilton Peterson, of Rushford Village Public Works/ Maintenance, Boyum told him city officials can dispatch deer hit

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! gov/portal. In FEMA related updates, Hamilton Peterson went through a number of items of recent concern. He stated the city had received contact from FEMA regarding possible funding for road and bridge damage related to late season storms in 2016. A representative was in the city February 17 to look over the areas, including a crossing at Benson Lane. Other reviewed areas included County Line Road, Cedar Road, Dump Hill Road, Aspen Road, and Ekern Road. It appears the city will receive an estimated $85,000 for damages. No funding will be provided for Benson Lane, which is an area also under review by the Department of Natural Resources. Peterson also noted that a 1923 bridge on Village Road will need attention this year. While the structure itself is good, decking is in need of replacement. The

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council will need to determine whether to replace just the decking or the approach on either side of the bridge as well. Johnson, Pettit, Peterson, and Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck will meet to discuss what is needed to maintain the bridge. A noticeable crack running up the newly overlaid Main Street, in south Rushford, will be the responsibility of the city to address. Per the city’s 10-year road improvement and maintenance plan, developed with the firm of Bolton & Menk, the road was chosen for overlay rather than a mill and overlay due to most effective maintenance for the funding available. The crack will need to be cleaned out and sealed this spring/summer and the work will be put out for bidding. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, March 7, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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who will be recogNized as The 2017 Teacher of The Year? Teachers have a very challenging and important job, shaping the minds of our future generations. Teacher Appreciation Day is May 9, 2017, and our team at the Fillmore County Journal will be working with all of the school districts in Fillmore County to recognize all teachers for their service. The Fillmore County Journal will be recognizing one special educator in Fillmore County who has gone above and beyond the call of duty, engaged students with innovative teaching methods, and helped students achieve a high level of academic success. To nominate a teacher, please fill out the for m below. All nominations are due at the Fillmore County Jour nal office, 136 St. Anthony Street S, P.O. Box 496, Preston, Minn. 55965 by noon on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Please be sure to include as many details as possible with your nomination, and feel free to include additional documents if you need more space to express support for your nominee. Call 507-765-2151 with questions regarding nominations. The Teacher of the Year will be recognized on the front page of the May 8, 2017 issue of the Fillmore County Journal, following an award presentation sponsored by Drury's Furniture Store, Har mony Foods, Preston Foods, Rushford Foods, and Ody’s Country Meats & Catering.

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C ommentary U.S. premier of owl documentary tops 15th owl festival The U.S. premiere of a longanticipated owl documentary will be one of the high points of the 15th annual International Festival of Owls in Houston, Minnesota, March 3-5. The owl festival, which started as a relatively small “hatch day” party for Alice the Great Horned Owl, an area celebrity who works at the International Owl Center, will feature the U.S. premiere of The Secret Life of Owls by Make Believe Media, Vancouver. The documentary focuses on several great horned owls and their people: Alice and International Owl Center director Karla Bloem; wildlife cinematographer Neil Rettig and veterinarian Laura Johnson and their falconry owl, Robbie; Dr. Martin Gerard and an owl banding project in the Canadian prairies; orphaned owls at a top raptor rehabilitation facility; and a trio of wild owlets growing up in southern Alberta. Rettig and Johnson will be on hand at the premiere at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 5, at the Houston High School to talk about the making of the film. The International Owl Center, the only owl education center in the United States, opened in downtown Houston two years ago, an outgrowth of the owl festival. Some events during the day Friday will take place at the center.

Most of the events at the threeday festival will take place at the local high school. That includes Alice’s 20th hatch day party at noon Sunday. Alice, however, will be on “maternity leave” during the festival, incubating eggs, leaving the education work to younger owls. Since 2006, owl festival attendance has grown steadily to several thousand people from all over the globe, inundating the tiny town of just under 1,000 residents. Especially popular are live-owl programs presented by biologists from the Illinois Raptor Center. (Hint: Crowds are smaller at the 7 p.m. Friday program.) The festival includes a range of activities for families and children as well as programs aimed at people with a more professional interest in owls: owl-themed food, nest box building, pellet dissection, owl crafts, kids’ owl calling contest, bus trips, raffle and a banquet at which the Hall of Fame awards are presented. Since 2006, the festival has included a World Owl Hall of Fame to bestow awards upon humans and owls making the world a better place for owls. Since then, owl scientists and fans from Nepal, Taiwan, South Africa, Kenya, Israel, Italy, Germany, The Netherlands, England, Finland, Canada and the United

States have been honored. The 2017 Hall of Fame inductees, who will attend the festival, are: • Champion of Owls Award: Dr. R. J. Gutierrez, from California. Gutierrez is an international leader in the study and conservation of owls. He has focused on the Spotted Owl in western North America. • Special Achievement Award: Dr. Jonathan Slaght, from Minnesota. Slaght studies the world’s largest owl – the secretive and endangered Blakiston’s Fish Owl found in the remote forests of the Russian Far East. • Special Achievement Award: Sumio Yamamoto, from Japan. Yamamoto has devoted his adult life to the study and conservation of the Blakiston’s Fish Owl in Japan. Other notable events of this year’s festival: • Artist Laurel Bahe of Colorado will lead a crowd-sourced project in which festival visitors will help create and paint an owl. • Chainsaw artist Molly Wiste will carve a variety of owls into a standing dead tree in City Park. • An international owl coloring contest for children with over 400 entries from 18 countries and 11 U.S. states, and an owl photography contest, with festival guests voting on the photography winners. Schedules, maps, descriptions and registration information are available at www.festivalofowls.com, or call (507) 896-OWLS (6957).

Free radon and nitrate testing Feb. 28 through Fillmore County Public Health and SWCD Radon gas is found in homes. Radon gas can cause lung cancer. The only way to know if you have radon is to test your home. To obtain a free kit, contact Fillmore County Public Health at (507) 765-2636 or stop by Marzolf Implement, 1221 S. Section Ave., Spring Valley, on Tuesday, February 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fillmore County residents may also have nitrates in their private Editorial Cartoon

well. High nitrate levels can cause Blue Baby Syndrome in infants. Having high nitrates may also mean you have other harmful substances in your well. To have your water tested for nitrates, bring one cup of well water in a clean glass or plastic container, to Marzolf Implement during the above date and time. Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) staff will be onsite

to conduct nitrate testing and results will be provided in minutes. SWCD staff will also have bacteria testing kits for $25.00 that you can purchase and take home to use. For radon testing and mitigation information, call FCPH at (507) 765-3898. Call SWCD at (507) 765-3878, ext. 3 for info about nitrate and bacteria testing in water.

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(with a nod to Charles Dickens) By John Jordan To begin with, the world did not end. Ok, the election did not go the way I wanted it to. I am appalled by the character of the president. To mention just one aspect, he must be held accountable by us fellow John Jordan men for his physical assaults on women and his bragging about it. To dismiss such behavior as “just locker room talk” is absurd and false. As I read our history, power, money and white male privilege derived from ownership of property is what the American Revolution was fought over. Indeed, the government was formed by essentially aristocratic white men because the basis for their lives and position was being threatened by a monarchic government. However, they justified their actions by appealing to the rights of human beings in general. Their language was inclusive and inspirational. They set up a representational government that provides voice and opportunities

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for all citizens to participate. Leadership by design and law (the Constitution) was limited and by popular vote (consent of the governed). Election by popular vote has always been fraught with manipulation, lies, and deception on the part of many. Certain citizens have had to fight disenfranchisement from the beginning, i.e. blacks, women, people with connected crimes, people with disabilities. Elections have always been influenced by money, power, and media. This current election was no different. Times are the worst of times; times are the best of times. As citizens, we either believe that “we the people” have power or we don’t. To believe it is to take our responsibility as citizens seriously. I believe we must be active citizens; we must seek reliable information form multiple sources, we must think, we must attend meetings, speak up, and vote. Sometimes, we must protest and we absolutely must hold our elected officials accountable. I invite all my fellow citizens to engage and say to our elected officials: “You are not above the law and we are watching you.” We must seize and exercise our power as citizens and not give it blindly to others.

Government this week • Monday, February 27, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, February 27, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, February 27, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Tuesday, February 28, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Tuesday, February 28, Fillmore Central School Board, 5 p.m. • Thursday, March 2, Fountain City Council, City hall, 7:30 p.m. • Thursday, March 2, Houston School Board, High School Library, 6 p.m. • Monday, March 6, City of Houston Planning/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Monday, March 6, Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Monday, March 6, Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

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C ommentary Talking turkey about climate By Eric Leitzen So I’m taking the garbage out on a rainy, 50+ degree Monday morning in February, and I think to myself: self, I’ve been on this earth for three decades and a little more, so I’m old enough to remember Febru- Eric Leitzen aries where the temperatures didn’t climb out of the 30s, let alone into the 50s. Heck, I remember a nasty St. Paddy’s snowstorm just back when I was in college, but it seems like every year we get warmer and warmer earlier and earlier. Also, let me shake my walking stick and tell those punk kids to get off my lawn. Now, I know that talking about climate change as scientific fact might earn me a trip to the gulag if Tweety McTinyHands ever finds out, but I’m willing to take that chance. I’ll be the first to admit I’m no climate scientist: at current I’m the guy still in his pajamas at 11:30 in the morning, writing this and watching an old episode of WCW Saturday Night from 1998. But unlike some of our leaders and elected officials, who seem clueless about basic facts and realities of everyday life in their big-shot bubbles, even I can figure out that something is goofy here. So, what gives? Southeast Minnesota has, luckily, been one of the parts of the state that has gotten enough rainfall over the past few years, but it seems to be coming too hard and too fast most of the time. Back on August 19, 2007, my future home of Hokah broke the record for rainfall in a 24-hour period with over 15 inches of rainfall. According to information from the National Climate Data Center, we’re getting an extra 1/3” of rain since the 1970s. If these trends con-

tinue, what will southeast Minnesota look like by the time my daughter is in her 30s? Will Minnesota start to resemble the Pacific Northwest? Will we talk about a new Minnesota rainforest? Or will the increasingly hotter summers (half a degree up every decade) make Minnesota look more like Missouri? Will the wheatfields move north, and corn production move to the Iron Range? Will workers and industries be driven out of the scorched plains and suddenly move to Preston, Mabel, or Spring Valley? What if California, currently drowning, has another record-breaking drought and Minnesota’s dairy farmers are asked to grow carrots or broccoli? I’m asking because I honestly don’t know, but these are questions all of us should be asking. If all of this continues at this pace, my daughter’s Minnesota will look a lot different than my Minnesota, and there’s no guarantee it’ll be better or worse. I could be totally off base with what I’m saying here, but I’m just going on the information I can find on these here internets. I know we’ve all noticed that the weather is getting warmer, wetter, and wilder, so what can we do to prepare? Governor Dayton (with the help of a DFL Congress) has done a lot to prepare Minnesota for a changing climate, but we do live in a Democracy and at the end of the day, we make the policy when we vote and when we contact our legislators. If you think it seems a little weird to be in shirtsleeves in February in the state that often wins “worst winters” in the U.S., call your rep or your senator and tell them you’re starting to worry if these warm winters will have lasting effects. And if you don’t think gradual warming will have lasting effects or cause trouble... maybe you should ask last Thanksgiving’s turkeys how that worked out for them.

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What is emotional abuse?

By Anna Uhrhammer Emotional abuse (also referred to as psychological abuse or mental abuse) is a form of abuse, characterized by a person subjecting, or exposing, another person to Anna behavior Uhrhammer that could result in psychological trauma, including anxiety, chronic depression, or PTSD. Unlike physical abuse, the people doing it and receiving it may not even know it’s happening. In some cases, it can be worse than physical abuse because it can undermine what we think about ourselves. Emotional abuse can happen between parent and child, husband and wife, among relatives and between friends. So how do you know if someone is abusing you? Lots of people think that emotional abuse is defined as verbal insults. But that’s false. While it is the most common definition, emotional abuse can include any of the following: • Telling you what to do and what to wear • Stalking you • Threatening to commit suicide to keep you from leaving them • Regularly disregard your opinions, thoughts, and ideas • Regularly pointing out your shortcomings, flaws, or mistakes In a 1997 U.S. study, emotional maltreatment was reported in 15% of 817,655 or in 122,650 cases across 43 states (National Research Council, 1993). There are many signs of emotional abuse in a child.

Letter about the Lanesboro Dam... To the Editor, A bill to restore and maintain the Lanesboro Dam passed out of the Ways and Means Committee last Wednesday, February 15. This important bill, HR575 was drawn up and agreed upon by Republican Representatives Arlen Erdahl and Greg Davids. HR575 is now on the floor to be voted on. Thank you Representatives Erdahl and Davids for your work on this bill. I am hoping our Democratic governor will not veto the bill for the Lanesboro Dam again like he did within the 2016 bonding bill. Thank you. Carol Yenter Preston, MN

Some of these include: • Being fearful of parent • Saying they hate the parent • Talking badly about themselves (“I’m dumb”) • Sudden changes in speech (stuttering) • Sudden change in behavior (doing bad in school) Emotional abuse can restrict a child’s emotional development, including their ability to feel and express a full range of emotions properly, and to control their emotions. Children who grow up in homes where they are constantly belittled may experience self-confidence and anger issues. There is a greater risk of developing one or more behavioral problems. These may include learning difficulties, relationship problems, difficulty socializing, aggressive, and violent behavior. PTSD is also a side effect of emotional abuse. Contrary to popular belief, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Acute Stress Disorder are not typical responses to prolonged abuse. They are the outcomes of sudden exposure to severe or extreme stressors (stressful events). Any traumatic event can trigger it. Rape, assault, acts of physical or verbal violence, even repeated emotional abuse or the sudden split of a significant relationship can result in this. In 2008, approximately 55,196 children were officially counted as victims of child emotional abuse. About 30% of abused children will later abuse their own children, continuing the horrible cycle of abuse. The estimated annual cost of child abuse and neglect in the United States for 2007 is $104 billion. So what are you supposed to do if you or someone you know is being affected by emotional abuse? You can call the National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4ACHILD (1-800422-4453) for information for free help wherever you are. You can report abuse anonymously. It’s completely possible for anyone who has been emotionally abused to recover. Seeking help is the first and most important step. The next effort is to get help for the abuser and other family members. Only if the emotional abuser acknowledges that they have a problem with emotional abuse and are prepared to openly deal with it can therapy even have a chance to be successful. Anna Uhrhammer is a student at Mabel-Canton High School. She is one of eight area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its eighteenth year.

Letter about HF322 concerns... To the Editor, I share Aaron’s concerns on HF322 and am writing asking Greg Davids and Jeremy Miller to tell voters where they stand. Obviously, the first Amendment has boundaries and some citizens cross the line. The law already provides the option of restitution: a judge can order “...payment of compensation to a government entity that incurs loss as a direct result of a crime.” Individual culpability is required to secure a criminal conviction. To me, HF322 comes seems to circumvent that requirement. HF322 allows civil litigation for someone’s mere presence at an unlawful assembly, including journalists covering said protest. HF322 establishes no separate statute of limitations either. Journalists could be charged for writing about their experience covering a protest months after. Example: In 2015, the 18-day long protest outside the Minneapolis 4th Precinct following the police shooting death of Jamar Clark racked up police costs in excess of $1 million. When police cleared out the protest, just eight people were arrested. Would they be on the hook for $1 million dollars? Newly elected Rep. Ilhan Omar, DFL – Minneapolis brought up a question on whether police should be held personally liable for costs of their misconduct. MPR estimates that 2003-2013, such costs totaled more than $20 million in Minneapolis. Civil rights organizations would vigorously challenge/ appeal HF322 in almost every instance. For law enforcement agencies seeking to recoup some costs, they’re likely spending more on the litigation itself, ultimately costing taxpayers even more money. How is this fiscally responsible? We need to stand up to attempts to silence the press and silence dissent. These are critical to the first amendment and brought about changes in our country’s history that we celebrate to this day. I hope Davids and Miller see this slippery slope of fiscal irresponsibility and attempts to erode our rights. Erika Haugerud Preston, MN

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All activities at Houston High School unless otherwise noted

On your own: “Owl Moon” story walk (start at the Public Library) Chainsaw carving in City Park Owl Face Pancake Breakfast (Lutheran Church) Vendors, raffle ☺ Crowd-source owl art (you get to paint!) ☺ Live Owl Program featuring Barn, Short-eared, and Eastern Screech-Owls: the Illinois Raptor Center ☺ 10 AM - 4 PM Live Owls on Display, gift shop & photography contest voting (Owl Center) ☺ 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM Kids Activities ☺ 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM Owl Nest Box Building ($30/box) ☺ 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM Owl Pellet Dissection ($5/pellet)☺ 11:00 AM Identifying Owls by Shape and Sound ☺ 11:00 AM Owl Storytime - Tales by Terry ☺ 11 AM – 1 PM Owl-themed Lunch ☺ 12:30 PM Kids Hooting Contest ☺ (be sure to go to the Owl Detectives program at 11 AM to learn what owls sound like!) 1 PM - 5 PM Chainsaw carving in City Park 1:30 PM Blakiston’s Fish Owl Conservation in Russia by Dr. Jonathan Slaght☺ 3 PM Live Owl Program featuring Snowy, Great Horned, and Barred Owls: the Illinois Raptor Center ☺ 5 PM Banquet Social Hour (Cross of Christ Lutheran Church)* 6 PM Banquet (Cross of Christ Lutheran Church) * 7:30 PM World Owl Hall of Fame Award Presentations (Cross of Christ Lutheran Church) * 8 PM The Saga of the Spotted Owl: from conservation conflicts to science and back again by Dr. R. J. Gutierrez (Cross of Christ Lutheran Church) * 8 AM - 12 PM 8 – 11 AM 9 AM – 4:30 PM 9 AM - 4:30 PM 9:30 AM

Sunday, March 5, 2017 {Much less crowded than Saturday!}

All activities at Houston High School unless otherwise noted

On your own: “Owl Moon” story walk (start at the Public Library) 8 AM - 2 PM Chainsaw carving in City Park 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM Birding & Natural History Bus Trip and German Lunch (leave from Houston Nature Center) with Dan Jackson, Tim Weisbrod, and Brian Lee * 9 AM – 3:30 PM Vendors, raffle ☺ 9 AM - 3:30 PM Crowd-source owl art (you get to paint!) ☺ 9:30 AM Live Owl Program featuring Barn, Short-eared, and Eastern Screech-Owls: the Illinois Raptor Center ☺ 10 AM - 4 PM Live Owls on Display, gift shop & photography contest voting (Owl Center) ☺ 10:30 AM – 2 PM Owl Pellet Dissection ($5/pellet)☺ 10:30 AM – 2 PM Kids Activities ☺ 11 AM – 2 PM Owl Nest Box Building ($30/box) ☺ 11 AM Blakiston’s Fish Owl Survival in Hokkaido, Japan by Sumio Yamamoto ☺ 12 PM Hatch-day Party Cake (until it’s gone) ☺ 12:30 PM Live Owl Program featuring Snowy, Great Horned, and Barrred Owls: the Illinois Raptor Center ☺ 1:45 PM Raffle Drawing 2:00 PM USA premiere of “The Secret Life of Owls” by Make Believe Media, with Neil Rettig and Laura Johnson ☺ ☺ Pre-registration and fees required Daily admission wristband required (may be in addition to other fees) Adults: $8; Kids ages 4-17: $5; age 3 & under free. FREE ADMISSION for members of the International Owl Center. If you plan to come for the weekend, especially with a family, a membership is the most economical option, and comes with additional benefits.

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A little of this, A little of that. By Kathy Little I love weeping willow trees. On a windy day I watch them whipping their branches wildly, showing off their flexibility! Because the branches bend, they don’t break. Flexibility is needed when traveling because often times expectations are not met. Either you deal with the disappointment or you go home. For instance, my sister, Barb and I recently traveled to visit my brother and his wife in Scottsdale, Ariz. We expected sunny, warm days with temps in the 70s. We were escaping from Minnesota in the winter!

During the drive to the Rochester Airport in a dense fog, we chatted excitedly about what fun we were going to have. Excitement gave way to anxiety when we went to pick up the tickets that Brother Larry had ordered for us. There was no ticket for Kathryn Little. There was a ticket for Barb Barrett. There was also a ticket for Kathryn Barrett. Now, my name has been Kathryn Little for 47 years, so this surprised me! I joked with the ticket agent that

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my brother obviously has never accepted my marriage as valid. Thinking that she would laughingly cross out Barrett and type in Little made me smile. After all, my brother had simply made a silly mistake. She did not smile. She did not change the ticket. She did call for back-up. Three people came to escort me to TSA. I patiently explained that I was flying Delta, not TSA. They patiently explained that TSA was not another airline, but the Transportation Security Agency. I must have been thinking about TWA. By this time I was not thinking, I was in full blown PANIC mode. This was a seriously scary situation. I am not ever a calm person!. My husband of 47 years is always telling me to “calm down.” I never do. I feared a complete nervous breakdown was in my immediate future. I literally started to sweat. I’m sure I looked very guilty instead of calm, cool and confident of my innocence. They did not take me to a small room or threaten me with “waterboarding.” They smiled as I babbled on about being a retired english teacher and counselor. They smiled as I asked, “Do I look like a terrorist?” More smiles and silence. They thought they could “break me” with silence. Well, silence would be preferable to “waterboarding.” Eventually, one of the women asked me if I had any other identification besides my Minnesota driver’s license. I took out my credit card, my insurance card, my SELCO library card, and my Houston Historical Society card. Then the woman called a higher-up for assistance. She had me fill out a form swearing that I really was Kathryn Little while she talked to her boss on the phone. Other passengers started staring at me. They had taken my sister away. I felt like a fugitive. Then the woman on the phone said I was free to go because of verification of my driver’s license! They kept smiling at me in silence and patting me on the back. Obviously, my dignified demeanor had shown them the error of their ways! A beverage on the plane calmed me down by the time we arrived at the Phoenix airport. My brother and his wife apologized that the temp was only

in the 40s. Barb and I reassured them that we were “hearty Minnesotans.” During the night my brother’s house seemed cold. Maybe it was my overactive imagination due to my identity problem at the airport. It was not my imagination. The house heater had broken down. Not to worry, we were “hearty Minnesotans.” During the week we traveled to Jerome, Ariz., a one-time mining town and now a tourist destination and art colony. We walked around and looked at the shops with snowflakes in the air. In one shop the owner looked at us strangely, and asked, “Aren’t you two cold?” I was wearing leggings and a light cotton jacket while Barb was wearing capris and a light cotton jacket. Barb replied, “We’re from Minnesota.” The shop owner replied, “Say no more!” Later, we drove towards Sedona

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with its beautiful red rocks. They were even more beautiful topped with snow. Sedona had snow. Enough so that four snowplows were out. Enough so that we saw a bare chested young man juggle snowballs. Enough so that children were having snowball fights. Enough so that we were stalled in traffic for over an hour so that the highway could be plowed. At least we had beautiful red rocks to view while waiting. The weather was certainly changeable that day, because it snowed, hailed and rained before we got back to Scottsdale. We had so much fun visiting even though the weather was not what we expected! Barb Barrett and Kathryn Little, nee Barrett, are flexible just like a weeping willow tree. We are also “hearty Minnesotans.” The following is a great winter soup with a hint of bacon and the sweetness of creamed corn.

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Kingsland OK’s Flexible Learning Days By Rich Wicks The Kingsland School Board met February 22 in regular session with all members present: Doug Plaehn, Deb Larson, Ann Oeltjen, Jackie Horsman, Tiffany Mundfrom, and Heather Betts, along with Superintendent John McDonald. The board approved the consent agenda items, including one resignation (Speech Pathologist Rachel Werges) and two hirings (Jacob Vetter as B squad baseball coach, and Dakota Rostad as JH baseball coach). Superintendent McDonald gave public thanks to the following donors: Kingsland School Parents for providing dinner for staff during conferences, Casey’s for donating pizzas to KES, Julee Warren and Matt Jordan for volunteering to coach youth basketball, Jackie Horsman for volunteering to coach youth cheer squad, Midway

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years, but she cautioned that to make such projections, she must make a number of assumptions. She explained that the further out she tries to project, the less reliable the projections are. She summarized that with current assumptions, Kingsland will continue to deficit spend every year. The board discussed options for balancing the budget longterm. Doug Plaehn said, “When we look at cutting expenses, especially when we’re looking at cutting $300,000, $400,000, half a million dollars, 72% of our expenses is all related to people. The only way you’re going to get that magnitude is you’re going to have to start reducing staff, and if you start reducing staff, you start impacting students.” The board discussed “needs versus wants” and the challenge in finding anything to cut. Ann Oeltjen stated, “I feel we have looked at it and looked at it, and the can keeps getting kicked down the road…we need the money, yes. Where are we going to get it? Our taxpayers.” Plaehn shared a ratio that he feels is universally true when a school referendum goes to the voters. He said about 40% of voters will vote against any referendum, about 10% will vote for any referendum, and the remaining 50% is the “Yes, if…” voters.

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He said school boards are often striving to find out what the “if ” is for a particular school district. Because there are three new board members, the board discussed the need to look back at data that’s been previously collected on the options for balancing Kingsland’s budget. The previous numbers will be “tweaked” to bring them current, and the board will schedule “study sessions” to begin looking at options anew. The board heard a presentation from four staff members regarding the Flexible Learning Day program, which had its first full trial in January. Staff pointed out that overall, 63% of students participated, and the system worked, but with a few glitches. The main improvement targeted is better communication, since staff found out that some students and parents were unaware that the FLD program was actually in use, and that it is graded like any other schoolwork. Jim Hecimovich pointed out that, “It’s evolving, it’s going to morph. Every time you do it, somebody’s going to have another light bulb go on in their head…we want it to be kind of a moving target for students and teachers.” There was discussion that FLD helps learning continue, as well as helping to fulfill teaching contract expectations. Deb Larson added, “What I like about it is that there have been years where we’ve had three and four

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inservice days at the end of the year, and this way (FLD) we get the best that the teachers have to offer.” Oeltjen added, “Well, and like Doug pointed out, the Legislature is looking at it, and if we can continue to do it and show them it’s working, then they may push it that it will count toward the days sooner or later.” After discussion, the board voted to continue with the FLD program for any “weather days” for the remainder of the school year. Becky Bicknese presented info on the preschool program. She summarized that Kingsland’s pay rates and tuition are below the averages in the area. She feels that low wages are a main reason that the preschool teachers tend to stay only a year or two. She suggested raising the pay rates for licensed staff and tuition to rates more in line with area averages, and not replacing the recently vacated .5 teacher position (due to declining enrollment). She showed how these changes would make the preschool financially viable over a three-year projection. The board voted change the preschool structure as proposed.

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Obituaries Delbert Carl Mandelko Delbert Carl Mandelko, 85, died peacefully Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at home, surrounded by his family, after a short illness with pancreatic cancer. Delbert Delbert was born Mandelko July 25, 1931 to Carl and Vilda (Krueger) Mandelko. He attended country school at Blooming Valley and Prairie Queen and graduated from Preston High School in 1949. He farmed with his parents until being drafted into the Army in 1952. On Jan. 4, 1953 he married Donna Mae Hahn in Preston and was immediately deployed. He was honorably discharged as Staff Sergeant, Korean Conflict, Co. H 6th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Battalion. He served in Berlin, Germany, during the Korean War from 1952 to 1954. When he discharged from the Army, he resumed farming with his father. They bought 22 cows, which started a career in dairy farming that he would later expand and continue with his son and grandsons. He farmed with his son until his death. Delbert had a passion for politics and served on many boards. He was president and director of Minnesota Milk Producers Association, Executive Vice Chairman of Foremost Farms USA, president of Preston Dairy and Farm Board, Director of National Milk Producers Federation, Director of the American Dairy Association, Treasurer of Carimona Township Board for 40 years, board president of St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Granger, and lifetime member of the Preston American Legion Post 166 and VFW Post 6893. He received the Southern Minnesota Ag Ambassador of the Year Award in 2003. He was a strong supporter of the DFL Party and an ardent Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Vikings fan. Delbert is survived by his wife of 64 years, Donna; his son Steve (Susan) of Preston; daughter Joan (Dave) Wissing of Preston, and daughter Jean (Craig) Nagel of Onal-

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aska, Wis.; three grandsons: Nathan (Cassie) Mandelko, Rocky Nagel and Stoney Nagel; two great-grandchildren, Jada and Jacob Mandelko; a sister Delone Langum; a brother, Allen (Virginia) Mandelko; “son” John Moore and many beloved nieces and nephews, including Kyle Langum, who he was especially close to. Delbert was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Charles Mandelko; his grandson, Justin Delbert Mandelko; and two brothers-in-law, Robert Hahn and Rodney Langum. Delbert and his family would like to thank the many people who have visited and brought food the last six weeks. Special thanks to Mayo Hospice for their wonderful care and Pastor Mary Waudby. We truly are blessed to live in such a caring community. The funeral service was held at 11 am on Saturday, February 25 at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Granger, Minn., with Pastor Mary Waudby officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery, with Preston American Legion Post 166 and VFW Post 6893 in charge of military rites. Visitation took place from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 24 at the Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home (formerly Thauwald’s) in Preston and one hour before the service at the church. Blessed be his memory. Memorials may be given to the Justin Delbert Mandelko Memorial Scholarship Fund. Doris Irene (Bue) Baker Doris Irene (Bue) Baker was born October 10, 1921 in Clarkfield, Minn., to Tillman and Jeanette (Droen) Bue. Her brother and only sibling, Tilfred, died at age 67 in 1993. Doris graduated from North Doris Baker High School in Minneapolis and met Burton Baker when she was in nurse’s training in Rochester. Their 68-year marriage began on September 25, 1948. They lived in Marshall, Windom, Granite Falls, Madison, Rochester and Minneapolis before retiring in Fountain, Minn., at Baker’s Acres farm. She was 95 years old when she died peacefully on February 12. She is survived by her hus-

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band, Burton and three adult children: Susan, Joleen and Steven; six grandchildren: Ryan, Nathan, Robert, Katharine, Desirae and Steve, Jr.; and five (going on six) great-grandchildren: Zaydie, Abriana, Tyler, Skyler and Jack. Doris especially enjoyed her family, church, needlepoint projects, gardening and baking exceptional chocolate chip cookies! LaVonne M. Darling LaVonne M. Darling, age 80, of Decorah, Iowa, died Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Wellington Place. L aVon ne was born April 30, 1936 near Burr Oak, Iowa, to Elmer and G l a d y s LaVonne ( Pe t e r s o n ) Darling M c C a u l e y. She graduated in 1955 from the Decorah High School. On April 3, 1956 she married Alvin Darling at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Bluffton. They lived in Beloit, Wis., for a short time before moving back to the Burr Oak area in 1958. She was a wife and mother most of her life, then in the later years worked at Northern Engraving, Green Lea Manor, and Wellington Place. They lived in Burr Oak until January, when they became residents at Wellington Place in Decorah. LaVonne was a former member of St. Agnes Catholic Church and a member of St. Olaf Catholic Church in Mabel. She enjoyed going shopping, baking, playing cards, Facebooking, attending family events, but most of all, she enjoyed her children and grandchildren. LaVonne is survived by her husband Alvin of Decorah, two sons, Randy (Paulette) of Decorah and Rick (Vicki) of Lanesboro, Minn.; four daughters: Gail (Jim) Masters of New Hampton, Iowa; Terri (Larry) Schneberger of Decorah, Shannon (Jeff) Downing of Muscatine, Iowa; and Stacey Darling of Decorah; daughter-in-law Cindy (Jim) Bappe of Decorah, 20 grandchildren: Renee (Rodney) Hill, Brad (Trisha) Darling, Kristy (Lee) Huinker, Adam Darling, Jamie (Zach) Darling, Jordan (Jason) Darling, Brady Darling, Andrew Darling, Megan (Gabe) Marsh, Ethan Hall, Lexi (Jared) Hall, Jason (Ann) Masters, Kiley Masters, Ryan (Steff) Masters, Kindra (Steve) Fritz, Bailey, Raegan, and Dawson Downing; and Abby and Kelly Ahrens; 12 great-grandchildren: Hunter, Cayden, Bradan, Tylar, Brody, Hayden, Jackson, Mason, Nolan, Liliana, Beckett, and Henry; a brother-in-law, Dean and Ginger Darling; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Gladys McCauley; father and mother in-law Kenneth and Pearl Darling; a son, Danny Darling; daughter-in-

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. Phyllis was a member of the Pilot Mound Lutheran Church. She enjoyed camping, motorcycling, four-wheeling, and being with her family. Phyllis is lovingly remembered by her husband, Robert Dahl of Chatfield; one son, Danny (Rachel) Dahl of Chatfield, Minn.; two daughters, Debbie Swanson of Mantorville, Minn., and Jody (Tim) Lawstuen of Chatfield, Minn.; 10 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, one brother, Ron (Rosie) Allen of Kasson, Minn.; and one sister, Cindy (Buck) Bothun of Phyllis Ann Dahl Phyllis Ann Dahl, 76, of Preston, Minn. Chatfield, died Saturday, Feb- Phyllis is preceded in death ruary 18, 2017 at her home by her parents Lloyd and Juella Allen, son-in-law Don Swanson, in rural and nephew Randy Allen. Chatfield. A funeral service was held Phyllis at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Februwas born ary 22, at the Pilot Mound March 11, Lutheran Church, with Pastor 1940 to Sarah J. Walker-Brown officiJuella (Sevating. Visitation was from 5-7 erson) and p.m. Tuesday, February 21, at Lloyd Allen Phyllis Ann the Riley Funeral Home and in FounDahl one hour prior to the service tain, Minn. She graduated from Chatfield at the church. Burial will took High School in 1958. She mar- place at the Pilot Mound Cemried Robert Dahl on August etery in rural Chatfield. 27, 1960 at the Pilot Mound Riley Funeral Home assisted Lutheran Church. Phyllis the family with arrangements. worked as a CNA at the Cho- To share condolences with the sen Valley Care Center until family, please visit rileyfuneralshe retired. homes.com. law Shirley Darling; two grandsons, Troy Kruse and Dustin Downing; and brother and sister-in-law Lester and Jean McCauley. Funeral mass took place 11:30 a.m. Saturday, February 25 at St. Olaf Catholic Church in Mabel, with Father Edward McGrath officiating. Visitation was held 9–11:30 a.m. on Saturday prior to services at the church. The Mengis Funeral home in Mabel, Minn., assisted the family.

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Mabel-Canton school district thanks school board during recognition week By Hannah Wingert The staff of Mabel-Canton expressed their gratitude to the school board for their service as part of Minnesota School Board recognition week, which ran from February 20-24.

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and gloves for student needs, valued at around $100, was accepted from the members of the Garness church. The board expressed their gratitude for the donors’ generosity. The law firm of Kennedy & Graven was approved as the district’s legal counsel. The board approved the hirings of Adam Wilder and Abigail Hanson as special education paraprofessionals. Hanson began working as a para in the last month to provide for the needs of a new student, but the student has since left the district, which ended her employ for the time being. The district’s business manager, Aimee Lake presented the financial report and current budget to the board. The state funding increased a little due to a slightly higher number of enrolled students than originally planned for in the budget. “I would just like to say that Aimee does a great job, and we appreciate it,” Dean of Students Michelle Weidemann noted. Art teacher Stena Lieb will be submitting around 20 art pieces by Mabel-Canton students for the upcoming art show in Lanesboro. The opening reception for the

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DNR has described the zone as bordered roughly on the northwest by Chatfield, on the northeast by Arendahl township, on the southeast by Canton, and on the southwest by Bristol township. “This 370-square-mile disease management zone is the area of greatest concern,” said Dr. Lou Cornicelli, DNR Wildlife Research Manager in a press release. “Landowners and hunters will help us conduct our primary control and sampling efforts here so we can act quickly, aggressively and cooperatively to limit and hopefully stop any spread of CWD.” A large part of the response plan has been intensified hunting. A 16-day special hunt was held December 31 through January 15 and 873 deer were harvested during that time. One

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deer harvested during the special hunt tested positive for the devastating neurological disease. “The special hunt was designed to assess prevalence across the CWD zone, begin the process of lowering deer densities in the area, and remove infected animals from the population,” said Cornicelli in a statement. January 16, a ban prohibiting the feeding of wild deer was implemented as part longterm disease management strategy. It included all of Fillmore, Houston, Mower, Olmsted and Winona counties and is in effect until further notice. “The purpose of the ban is to reduce the potential for the disease to spread from deer-to-deer by reducing the number of deer concentration sites. CWD can spread from one deer to another following nose-to-nose contact, contact with saliva or other body fluids. By eliminating deer feeding sites where that easily

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can occur, the potential for the disease to spread is reduced,” stated the DNR. With a DNRimposed surveillance goal of sampling 900 deer, roughly 300 landowner permits were issued by the DNR in the permit zone to further reduce herd numbers. Landowner permits expired February 12. The special hunts yielded a fifth CWD-infected deer, an adult doe, taken near Preston not far from the others. Two additionally harvested deer, also adult does, were taken within a mile of the first two cases and tested positive January 6. An eighth CWD-positive deer was identified by the DNR as shot 5 to 10 miles north, near the area of Bucksnort. It is expected that contracted federal sharpshooters will be brought into by the DNR before the end of the month to further reduce the herds. The DNR has stated that throughout the

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. next year, the advisory committee will review information and public input, making recommendations for a plan expected by the spring of 2018. As with any hot-button issue, rumors and finger-pointing by multiple groups have been prevalent and game farmers with the 10-mile radius have fielded concern from hunters amid concerns of their own for their herds. A public meeting, sponsored by the Minnesota Deer Farmers Association and the Iowa Deer Farmers Association was held Wednesday, February 8, at Potter Auditorium in Chatfield. Advertised as, “The Facts and Fiction About CWD – Living and Hunting in the New Age with CWD,” the event packed more than 240 into the auditorium. Emcee for the evening was Patrick Hogan, Associate Publisher of North American Whitetail magazine. Keynote speakers were Dr. James Kroll, professor

emeritus of forest wildlife management at Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas, and Dr. Clifford F. Shipley, attending veterinarian at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Kroll is well-known as “Dr. Deer”, and is a presence on North American Whitetail Television. Patrick Hogan He was contracted by Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker in 2011 to review Wisconsin DNR procedures and management plans for CWD. Dr. Shipley is an expert on cervid reproduction and health and an active game farmer of mule and whitetail deer and wapiti (elk). “Thank you for your interest See CWD Page 15 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Luanne Storelee • Clerk, Carrolton Township

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

Bonnie Heidtke • Clerk, Fillmore Township

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

Lori Winter • Clerk, Forestville Township

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

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

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

Daniel L. Graskamp • Clerk, Fountain Township

Kathy Whalen • Clerk, Harmony Township

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

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in and concern of our whitetail deer herd. Common goals and effective communication are more important than ever,” stated Hogan in his introduction. “This is a great opportunity to work togethJames Kroll er.” Shipley, who worked a bit of comic relief into the palpable tension of the event, indicated his intent to keep his presentation scientific, presenting “facts as we know them.” Shipley clarified CWD as a non-viral, bacterial, or fungal neurological prion disease that is caused by misfolded proteins. Why the proteins are affected remains a mystery, although theory speculation has

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ranged widely. The disease is resistant to sterilization and it is not fully understood how it is transmitted, but appears lateral, from animal to animal through infected feces, urine, saliva, and muscle or nervous system tissues. Shipley indicated the disease may have been present all along, Clifford unknown Shipley to us. “It’s a whole new world for us as disease specialists. We don’t have all the answers yet. We didn’t test, didn’t recognize and didn’t understand biosecurity.” He also pointed out the social habits of herds, related to their habitat, bedding, groups, behavior, and migration, as well as transmission of the disease by scavenger animal or man (disposal of car-

casses, handling and transportation of infectious material) being potential factors. Origin theories include a jump from species or spontaneous event from genetics, another mis-folded protein, or other source. “We need accurate live animal tests,” stated Shipley. “I think we’re close.” Currently, the state of Texas utilizes a live rectal biopsy test for farmed cervids, but this is not an approved standard in Minnesota or Iowa. Both Minnesota and Iowa game farms have practiced long-term testing and reporting their herds for the disease. However, these tests are post-mordem. Vaccination trials are also ongoing. “There’s a genetic solution, but nature is very unkind,” added Shipley, who also stressed that the disease does not appear to affect domestic livestock or humans. There are United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

regulations in place. “It’s worked very well and it’s a good program.” “If you fall into hysteria and don’t work together, we will allow organizations to peck at us and pull us apart,” cautioned Shipley. Kroll came out swinging early in his presentation, asking whether anyone in attendance wanted to see deer extinct and hunting gone forever. Making his point, he introduced his professional background and experience. “I’ve lived and worked with these animals every day for the last 50 years. I’m not gonna suffer fools at a meeting like this. Whitetail deer are the most managed and mismanaged species.” In 2012, Kroll put forth his White Paper report to the Wisconsin Deer Trustee Committee, following his team’s evaluation of deer management in the state. It favors the theory that CWD is

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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not density dependent, but rather frequency dependent. “No one has stepped forward and asserted that what we found wasn’t true,” he stated. “You can eradicate them all day long. You’re still going to have CWD.” Kroll asserted that the discovery of CWD on the heels of Bovine spongiform encephalopathy, or Mad Cow Disease, triggered a panic in eradication responses and that funding for research was equally as abundant. He also touched on the reports that the spread of CWD is increasing exponentially. According to Kroll, the data presented is relative to details not specifically indicated, such as the infection rate for an entire statewide population, rather than the actual percentage of infection in the management areas as tested. “There’s a bias in CWD science. A vast majority of samples have come from inside the CWD See CWD Page 16 

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

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

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

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

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zone. We have no idea who came up with the number, but boy did it go off in the press.” Kroll believes that studying and targeting specific manipulations within herd demographics has has merit in the fight against CWD. Deer populations are dwindling; not because of CWD, but because of mismanagement. “There’s a potential genetic solution to this; there are resistant individuals out there. Nature will find a way. Deer will find a way,” said Kroll.

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Instead of intensive hunting, Kroll believes a more passive, wildfire-fighting model is needed: keep monitoring and sampling and look for the sparks. Involving all of us together is the solution to it. We’ve spent hundreds of millions and we still don’t know.” He urged the public to volunteer and help on research projects and to be on the lookout. “Become citizen scientists. Help build trust between each other. Educate yourself.” With the meeting leaning towards a third hour, more than a dozen in attendance lined up

to ask questions of Kroll and Shipley. They included related diseases, funding for research, the current approach by the DNR, prion structure, genetics, game farms, conservation, hunting, deer attractants, best practices for handling, debunking information and finding good research and came from hunters, landowners, researchers, farmers, conservationists, industry business owners, and more. One item that was brought up on several occasions is an “us and them” mentality; DNR versus eradication skeptics, hunters

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Houston School Board grapples with naming rights Lanesboro School and City of the school might not have the which Superintendent Abraham By Eric Leitzen Lanesboro discuss plans to The Houston Public School manpower to receive a large replied, “Are we opening up a can, or are we finally providing Board met at 6 p.m. on Thurs- number of unique responses. partner on park road project day, February 16 in the Hous- “We can’t do it all,” Super- procedures and guidelines for ton Public High School library. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and board members Norlien, Carlson, Stillin, and Wilson. Board members Bonner NS Krage came to the meeting later in the evening. Following the pledge and agenda approval, the board opened the meeting to public comment. Larry Gaustad spoke to the council regarding the naming of the Houston football field in honor of a former teacher. The board replied that they are currently in policy meetings to determine the proper way to go about naming facilities, and Superintendent Abraham made note of it being on the agenda for discussion tonight. Gaustad also questioned the process for the naming of memorial tennis courts by Houston elementary, and Superintendent Abraham explained that the courts had been named by an outside group before being returned to the school. The board then moved on to approve all consent items, which includes minutes, bill payments, and three contracts, and moved on to the single discussion item regarding the Strategic Planning Committee, which met in a special meeting on February 9. The discussion centered around what questions, following special meeting and analysis from the board, would be sent out to the district in the form of bullet points. The board stressed the need for open ended questions, but Superintendent Abraham warned that

intendent Abraham cautioned, “we have to really look at honing where we should put our efforts, where we should spend our time to really build on those strengths.” The board resolved to have Superintendent Abraham “tweak” the bullet points and also send the board the wording of the questions for approval, who will reply by Monday, February 20. The board then moved on to Old Business, approving the “tight” schedule for the 2018-2019 school year on a 4-1 vote. The “tight” schedule cuts down on vacation time during the year, but results in a shorter year overall. The board also approved nine school policies upon second reading and moved on to new business, looking over a draft to a new school Naming Rights & Memorials Policy. Superintendent Abraham explained the reasoning of combining Naming Rights & Memorials into one policy, citing that much of the policies were the same in regard to both. The biggest discussion came from a section regarding memorials, where past memorials had caused emotional distress for students seeing the memorial every day before school. The board struggled with personal and emotional pitfalls regarding naming and memorials, recognizing the difficulty of reaching a decision that will satisfy all sides. Board member Krage expressed worry that putting in place a policy for memorials might open up a “big can”, to

a can that’s already there?” The board had a lengthy discussion regarding how and why a school district property can be named after an individual, and resolved to further research and debate the issue before approving a new policy. Larry Gaustad was recognized from the board to speak from the audience: he mentioned that many former students want the school to move forward with a current naming project for the football field, and expressed a desire for people to “grow up” in regard to allowing the field naming rights to go forward. Gaustad left the meeting before it concluded, following short announcements from Superintendent Abraham. The board then discussed a Caledonia Co-op agreement: Caledonia is asking that Houston enter into a cooperative similar to the one they currently have with Spring Grove. Superintendent Abraham expressed concerns on the agreement as-is, and the board decided to engage in further discussion with Caledonia and surveys within the Houston district to make sure both the students and the district are getting what is needed. The board also agreed for the Finance Committee to hear in-person presentations from any of the five auditing firms they sent letters to for auditing services. The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m., and will meet in the Houston High library for its next regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, 2017.

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By Hannah Wingert Over the past year, there has been a lot of discussion on where property lines lay between the Lanesboro Public School and the City of Lanesboro. At their February meeting, the Lanesboro City Council approved a motion to move forward with the park road project, the road that runs between the community center and school. “We are looking to cost share the project with the school,” City Administrator Michele Peterson said while presenting the proposal to the school board at their regular February 16 meeting. City engineer Brian Malm handed out copies of a map with the project proposal to the school board to review. “There are lot of drainage issues with the road now,” Malm said. “That’s part of the reason for the deterioration on the road.” The proposal included doing a reclaim and overlay on a portion of the road as the pavement has deteriorated to the point that putting new asphalt on it would cause it to fail almost immediately. Another section needs a full reconstruction, which includes replacing the gravel base and adding drain tile to deal with the drainage issues. “It’s more costly, but would provide better product in the end,” Malm added. As the proposal is currently written, the cost for the city comes to $182,300 and the cost for the school is just over $100,000. “We want to be good neighbors, but part of that includes knowing property lines and having fences,” Board member Dave Ruen pointed out. “We just need to get to the bottom of where the lines are and have a better idea of how to share the costs.” “We all want to be financially responsible,” Peterson agreed. Malm agreed but noted that the focus should really be on who the road serves and not so

much on the property lines. A topographic survey will be done before the project is started to establish property lines. The board accepted a resignation from the district business manager Sally Ming effective May 15 with thanks for her time at the Lanesboro school. “She had a lot of nice things to say about the school district in her resignation letter,” Superintendent Matt Schultz noted. Food Director Chad Rich showed off the new vegetable and meat slicer that the school purchased with funds from a Statewide Health Improvement Partnership or SHIP grant. With the help of SHIP Coordinator Brenda Pohlman, he was able to purchase new serving trays for the cafeteria last year and the slicer this year. He noted that the slicer is used several times a week and replaced the old one which was unsafe to use. The spring coaches were approved with no changes from last year. A resignation was accepted from Track and Field coach Jared Pierce. Superintendent Schultz noted that Minnesota is experiencing a shortage of special education teachers and have a significant number of teachers teaching on variances. “It can be hard to find teachers for general education as well,” he said. Another problem the education community is facing is that many teachers leave their career within their first five years, leaving a shortage of teachers. The daycare expansion that was approved by the board last August has already been filled, and the daycare is currently over-enrolled. “We’re looking at options to expand the childcare center in 201718,” Superintendent Schultz said. The next Lanesboro School Board meeting will be held on March 16, 2017.

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area were given the opportunity to express their concerns prior to the council meeting. The council approved the use of firearms by trained USDA Wildlife Services personnel using suppressed firearms to reduce public disturbance on the orchard property. They will have written landowner permission. Councilman Robert Maust voted no. Deer will be tested for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Any deer testing negative will be released back to the landowner or for public distribution via DNR. The USDA-Wildlife hunt will begin February 20 and continue through March 19 in cooperation with the DNR. The hunt will be conducted by Wildlife Services sharpshooters in the area outlined by the DNR in the Preston/Lanesboro area where there have been recent CWD positives. Sharpshooting will occur on private property with landowner permission and on state property authorized by DNR. City Hall Exterior Restoration City Administrator Joe Hoffman presented two quotes to do insulation/stucco work (EFIS) on the north wall of city hall. Four quotes were presented to put on the new roofing material. Queen City Construction, Rochester, offered the lower quote of $40,500 for the base work including surface preparation, foam insulation and stucco and another $14,200 for alternative paint work to paint the west and south walls. Ledegar

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Roofing, La Crosse, offered the lowest quote at $80,129 for roof work. These lowest quotes were approved. Other business in brief • The council unanimously approved the removal of the Cease and Desist Order for wood burning at the 217 Preston St. NW property. City Attorney Dwight Luhmann noted he had received a letter from neighbor Diane Ruud’s attorney Thomas Manion stating their continued opposition to the removal of the order. Neither Manion or his client were able to attend this city council meeting. Police Chief Matt Schultz said he was not aware of any complaints received since the stay on the order was continued at the January 18 city council meeting. • Councilman David Collett maintained that half, or $15,000, of the funds budgeted for the National Trout Center should be used to start a fund for the Riverside Center. Councilwoman Holly Zuck suggested a representative from the NTC come to the council on a regular basis to improve communication between the council and the NTC. Maust said if the total budgeted for the NTC was cut in half, the $15,000 that would still go to the NTC would cover rent and utilities, giving the Center a home. He insisted the NTC should raise funds for their programs. It was noted that Dairy and Farm has received permission to clean up the their former site. Mayor Kurt Reicks said it is time to make a decision about the Riverside Center. He has heard on the street that some don’t want to put that much

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money into an old building. Maust agreed they need to make some decisions. The city has signaled that they plan to purchase the property with the utility debt. A motion to remove $15,000 from the NTC’s budget was defeated 2 to 3. Maust and Collett were in favor. • No decision was made on advertising for the Tourism Director position. The Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the city to pay for the position, which in the past has been parttime with no benefits. There has been interest in combining the position with an EMT position to provide for a fulltime position. Some members have questioned how the two differing duties could fit into one position and how advertising for a combined position would limit applicants. Hoffman said Ambulance Director Ryan Throckmorton was not comfortable with the combined position. • Recommendations by Throckmorton, to extend the $3 per hour on-call stipend for an entire holiday weekend to encourage coverage of these holiday weekends and to make the salaried director subject to the volunteer hourly and per call stipends for hours he covers during weekend shifts and holiday weekends, were approved. • Two part-time police officers were approved for hire, Cody Frick and Casey McCready, as recommended by Chief Schultz. • Approval was given to advertise for a summer helper for general maintenance work. About $5,000 is budgeted for this position.

World Day of Prayer service to be held in Harmony March 3 World Day of Prayer service will be held on Friday, March 3, 2017 at Nativity Parish in Harmony,

Minn. The service will begin at 11 a.m. in the church, with a salad luncheon following in the parish

hall. All are welcome! Please bring an item for the local food shelf.

World Day of Prayer service to be held March 3 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Lanesboro Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Lanesboro, will hold a World Day of Prayer service on Friday, March 3, at 10 am. World Day of Prayer is a worldwide ecumenical movement of Christian women of many traditions who come together to observe a com-

mon 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. Services begin at sunrise in the Pacific and follow the sun across the globe on

the day of celebration. Each year a different country’s committee serves as the writers of the World Day of Prayer worship service. This year’s featured country is the Philippines. Refreshments will be served following the worship service. Everyone is welcome.

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Fillmore County Sports By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com It was another big week of R-P girls basketball. On Monday, Brianna Koop fouled The Trende like she Report normally s c o re s (often), so Savannah Skalet dissipated Houston’s spin. Dale Mo g a’s ‘Canes had Paul Trende a chance with Koop mostly on the bench. The game was tied at halftime. Houston trailed 36-34 with 10:00 left. R-P then went on a 10-run (46-34). Eight came as second-chancepoints. Skalet (6) and Kjersta Hinz (4) scored the ten points. R-P won the second half 30-11 and the game 58-39. Skalet was cold water to the Hurricanes (28 pts, 4-11 threes, 4-4 FTs, 7 rebs, 6 stls) with her second best-ever effort. She had 32 a game earlier versus L-A. Koop had 11 points (fouled out). Hinz added 7 (pts) and 8 (rebs). Sophomore Alyssa Rostad (20 pts, 6 rebs) had 17 in the first half for Houston. Jessica Kitching (9 pts, 6 rebs, 4 assists, 4 stls) helped. The ‘Canes went 1-10 (threes) and 4-27 (FGs) in the second half. Schaeffer Academy then visited R-P. Koop entered 26 shy of true elite scorer status, 2,000 points. It was a vintage ‘Bri’ score-fest. She put 21 on the board in the first

ten minutes (16-straight at one point). Later in the half, a vintage short-drive into a contested lay-up allowed her to become the only girl in Fillmore County history to top 2K. Koop scored 30 in the first half, 36 for the game (15-24 FGs, 5-7 FTs, 1-2 threes, 12 rebs). Her most oft assistor, Mikayla Crawford, also had a double-double (17 pts, 6 rebs, 10 assists). Eleven total Trojans scored in a 77-35 win. R-P closed the regular season by running its win streak to six, beating La Crescent 62-47. Koop (28 pts, 8-13 FTs, 10 rebs, 5 stls), Skalet (20 pts, 4-7 threes, 6 stls) and Crawford (11 pts, 7 assists) led the way. Terry Pelzl’s Trojans (12-5, 18-6) are 1A East’s #1 seed and will host #9 W-K (5-20).

East Champs M-C…Go to OT They aren’t big, nor upperclassmen-laden. M-C girls basketball play bigger than they are, with discipline, and they have senior stand-out Coranda Vickerman. Adam Wilder’s girls beat Schaeffer Academy 57-52 to clinch the SEC-East division. Vickerman (24 pts, 9-16 FGs, 5-6 FTs, 10 rebs) led the way, as she’s done for three years now. M-C’s other senior, Courtney Graves, added 16 points (8-14 FGs). Payton Danielson chipped in 11. It made the season finale with Houston meaningless standing-wise. Like against R-P, the ‘Canes tested a sub-section top-two seed. Houston’s 1-3-1 hindered M-C.

Chatfield’s Parker Fossum gets Kingsland’s Zach Buchholtz airborne, before converting two points-in-the-paint. The Gophers were unconscious shooting in beating the Knights 7865, thus sweeping the season series. Photo by Paul Trende

The Cougars held two leads in regulation; 3-2 and 38-37. The last was courtesy of a Vickerman steal and lay-up (1:31). Houston then got a driving Jessica Kitching lay-up (39-38). Vickerman got fouled, making one of two. With 0:25 left, Houston took possession with it 39-39. Junior Becca Lee got fouled on a pass 20 feet from the basket (0:01.6). In the double bonus, one made free throw would’ve given Houston its biggest win of the year. Instead, M-C won overtime 6-1, escaping with a 45-40 win. Vickerman (23 pts, 9 rebs) led the way. Lexi Thorson (8 pts) hit two key second half threes. Alyssa Rostad (18 pts, 8 rebs) led Houston, which went 4-13 from the line in the second half. They were 0-7 shooting in overtime. The ‘Canes, young and with some good pieces, will see better days. M-C (11-3, 19-7) is 1A East’s #2 seed and will host #7 Lanesboro (5-9, 8-16). The #3 seed Kingsland (10-8, 16-10) will host #6 Houston (6-8, 9-15).

Knights Castle Besieged by Gophers

It’s been a pretty solid year for Kingsland basketball. Girls (159) and boys (13-9) teams could both finish above five-hundred. Chatfield’s squads (boys 5-15, girls 3-20) won’t. But for one night, they besieged Kingsland with a couple upsets. The Gopher boys hit their first seven, 16 of their first 19, and 22 of 30 first half field goals (10-15 threes) for a 54-33 halftime lead. Putting up a season-high points (11-20 three’s, 32-52 FGs), Chatfield beat Kingsland 78-65. Parker Fossum (14 pts, 5-6 FGs, 4-4 threes, 6 assists), Alex Hompe (14 pts), Brandon Ebnet (12 pts, 4-6 threes), Nick Maki (10 pts, 4-4 FGs), Jason Lowrey (9 pts, 4-5 FGs), and Dillon Bance (8 pts, 9 assists) gave the Gophers a most balanced-effort. Zach Buchholtz (21 pts, 6-6 FTs) and Wyatt Pruter (14 pts) led Kingsland. The Knights did hit 17 of 19 free throws. The girls game was wild and down to the wire. Chatfield led 11-3 to start. Kingsland ran before (9-1) and after (7-1) halftime to lead 27-19. Three three’s by Megan Hopp began a 15-0 (34-27) slash 21-4 Gopher spurt. Chatfield led 42-33 with under two. Kingsland then went 12-2. A Lauren Buchholtz three, a steal, and a Gracie Schmidt lay-up made it 45-44 Knights (0:13)! Belle Berg was then fouled (0:06). The Gopher sophomore sank two free throws. Buchholtz missed a hurried 15-footer before the horn. Chatfield grabbed its biggest win of the year 46-45, avenging a 59-23 December loss and ending a 7-game skid. Macy Pederson (14 pts, 6-6 FTs), Hopp (12 pts, 4-6 threes), Mariah Bell (8 pts, 8 rebs), and Berg (3 pts, GW-FT’s, 10 rebs) led the way. G-Schmidt (14 pts, 8 rebs), Kailey Link (12 pts), and Buchholtz (11 pts, 9 rebs) led Kingsland. Knight start-

ing back-court Alayna Meskill and Courtney Schmidt did not play (injuries).

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FCLMC wrestling fell to D-E 47-10 in a Section 1A dual to finish 0-16. D-E then won four of five decisions to topple Chatfield 42-27. The Gophers finish 7-6. PEM won five of seven decisions to beat LARP 39-22 in 1AA. LARP finishes at 8-13. Cole Schwichtenberg had 22 points versus Schaeffer (loss) and Houston (win). He has ten 20-plus point games and 13 double-double for Lanesboro (9-3, 13-7). Wesley Johnson (22 pts) tied a career-high and James Hongerholt (21 pts) notched his career-best as Houston beat L/P. Johnson had 22 again in a loss to Cotter. R-P put up a season-high 81 points (careerbest 18 each from Ben Ansell and Landon Skalet) in a win over LC. The Trojans (11-3, 15-8) lost at #1 Minneapolis-North. Blake Henry had 18 (pts) and 15 (rebs) as M-C’s boys (5-9, 8-16) beat L/P. Alex Hompe had a career-high 28 points, though Chatfield (5-10, 6-16) fell to St. Charles. Zach Buchholtz (27 pts) notched his 12th straight double-digit scoring game, though Kingsland (7-10, 13-11) fell to W-K. Buchholtz is averaging 20.3 PPG in the span. The Knights are 1-5 since losing starting forward Jordan Beck.

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FC 24, #9 in A SG 74 (FC: Nate Haugerud 6 pts, 4 rebs) #2 in AA Caledonia 83, Kingsland 72 (K: W. Pruter career-high 19 pts (7-9 FGs); Zach Bubany 15 pts (5-12 three’s), 5 assists; Z. Buchholtz 15 pts; Jackson Rindels 12 pts; Ian Meisner 8 pts, 7 rebs. Knights trailed by four at half ) M-C 46, L-O 76 (MC: Bren-

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den Kerns 15 pts; Drew Wyffels 9 pts, 5 rebs, 5 stls. M-C beat L-O 60-56 January 27) Houston 61, L/P 54 (H: W. Johnson 22 pts, 5 rebs, 5 assists; J. Hongerholt 21 pts (8-11 FGs, 5-6 FTs, 8 rebs) R-P 81, LC 41 (RP: B. Ansell 18 pts (9-14 FGs), 9 rebs; L. Skalet 18 pts (7-9 FGs); Noah Carlson 13 pts, 5 rebs, 4 stls; Dawson Dahl 13 pts (6-6 FGs)) SA 64, Lanesboro 61 (L: Co. Schwichtenberg 22 pts (3-7 threes), 8 rebs; Carson Schwichtenberg 13 pts (3-6 threes); Collin Scott 12 pts; Andrew Luck 12 pts. Lions led by single digits the entire second half, save for 53-51. FTs: L 12-25, SA 11-17) Cotter 62, Houston 54 (H: W. Johnson 22 pts (8-10 FTs); J. Hongerholt 9 pts, 10 rebs) Lanesboro 68, Houston 42 (L: Co. Schwichtenberg 22 pts, 13 rebs, 5 assists, 4 stls; Ca. Schwichtenberg 17 pts (5-8 threes); C. Scott 13 pts, 7 rebs, 7 assists, 5 stls. H: W. Johnson 12 pts. Houston: 4-9, 5-19) Kingsland 76, W-K 80 (K: Z. Buchholtz 27 pts (10-18 FGs, 4-9 threes), 11 rebs; Z. Bubany 17 pts (5-16 threes), 7 rebs; W. Pruter 14 pts (8-10 FTs), 6 rebs; Reid Kruegel 12 pts) FC 50, Cotter 40 (FC: Drew Tienter 13 pts, 8 rebs; Riley Means 13 pts; Samuel Peters 11 pts. FC: 4-11, 10-14) SC 72, Chatfield 64 (C: A. Hompe career-high 28 pts, 8 rebs; D. Bance 12 pts, 6 rebs, 8 assists; P. Fossum 11 pts, 6 rebs) M-C 62, L/P 49 (MC: B. Henry 18 pts (8-12 FGs), 15 rebs; D. Wyffels 16 pts (7-8 FTs); B. Kerns 15 pts) R-P 48, #1 in A Mpls-North 73 (RP: D. Dahl 14 pts (6-8 FTs); Luke Rasmussen 8 pts; N. Carlson 7 pts, 8 rebs, 5 assists) See SPORTS Page 25 

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R-P senior Brianna Koop had 36 in a win over Schaeffer to surpass 2,000 career points. Koop hasn’t missed a night in her four-year, 108game career. She’s a lifetime 18.9 point-per-game scorer with 99 double-digit games. Photo by Paul Trende, Fillmore County Journal

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Fillmore County District Court On February 10, Timothy Kyle Kesler, 35, of Utica, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Kesler is charged with Assault - 2nd Degree – Dangerous Weapon, a felony with a maximum criminal penalty of seven years in prison, a $14,000 fine, or both. He is also charged with Dangerous Weap-

ons – Intentional Discharge of Firearm That Endangers Safety, a felony with a maximum criminal penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. On February 10, the defendant allegedly discharged a firearm multiple times in the vicinity of (at/towards) a vehicle occupied by another individual.

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FOR SALE

PUBLIC NOTICES

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

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: FORECLOSURE Court File No. 23-CV-16-582 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE Marine Credit Union, Plaintiff, vs. PRESTON IRON WORKS & TRUCK REPAIR, INC., SHELDON L. & SUE ANN KINNEBERG, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPT. OF IRS, MONSANTO, INC., Defendants NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of a Judgment made and entered in the above-entitled matter on December 14, 2016, by the District Court of Fillmore County Minnesota, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises herein after described, to satisfy the amount adjudged due the plaintiff in the above-entitled action from the defendants, as described in the Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Fillmore County Minnesota will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash as follows: DATE: Thursday, March 16th, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. LOCATION: Main lobby of Fillmore County Courthouse, 101 Fillmore St, Preston, MN LEGAL DESCRIPTION: See Exhibit “A” PROPERTY ADDRESS: 209 Preston St. NW and 730 Hwy. 16 & 52 E, Preston, MN 55965 PARCEL NUMBER: 17-0001-070 &17-0403-00 The two parcels shall be sold separately, together with all improvements and buildings located thereon, and all rights, title, claim and demand of any nature whatsoever of the defendants in and to the mortgaged premises described above, or any part thereof; that all estates, rights, title and interest of any nature whatsoever, in any way belonging or relating to the mortgaged premises, together with all equipment, fixtures or other property of any kind whatsoever owned by the defendants and located on the mortgaged premises, and all leases and other agreements effecting the use of the occupancy of the mortgaged premises now or herein after entered into, the right to receive and apply rents, issues and profits from the mortgaged premises, and all the proceeds of the foregoing, together with the premises. Dated 01-10-2017 FILLMORE COUNTY SHERlFF Thomas Kaase by /s/Lt. Brian K. Miner, Deputy Attorney Daniel E. Dunn Main Street Law Offices PO Box 1627 La Crosse, WI 54602 MAIN STREET LAW OFFICES is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. Parcel A: Part of the NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 5, Township 102 North of Range 10 West, City of Preston, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 47 minutes 15 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the North line of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4, 526.00 feet; thence South 00 degree 21 minutes 04 seconds West, parallel with the West line of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4, 846,76 feet; thence North 79 degrees 02 minutes 18 seconds East, 352.64 feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described: Thence continuing North 79 degrees 02 minutes 18 seconds East, 75,00 feet: thence North 32 degrees 45 minutes 02 seconds West, 36,19 feet; thence North 19 degrees 10 minutes 01 second West, 32.04 feet; thence North 04 degrees 56 minutes 51 seconds West, 35.46 feet; thence North 08 degrees 21 minutes 01 second East, 35.03 feet; thence North 21 degrees 12 minutes 58 seconds East, 36.65 feet; thence North 43 degrees 26 minutes 23 seconds East, 103.42 feet to the Southerly right-of-way line of Minnesota Trunk Highway No, 62; thence Southeasterly 296,49 feet along said right-of-way line and along a nontangential curve, concave to the Southwest, having a radius 01 1457.90 feel and a central angle of 11 degrees 39 minutes 08 seconds (chord bears South 50 degrees 48 minutes 23 seconds East and a chord length Is 295,98 feet); thence South 45 degrees 01 minute 20 seconds East tangent to said curve and along said rightof-way line, 14.78 feet; thence North 76 degrees 09 minutes 12 seconds East, along said right-of-way line, 23.37 feet; thence South 44 degrees 58 minutes 48 seconds East, along said right-of-way line, 58.22 feet; thence South 75 degrees 04 minutes 22 seconds West, 430.77 feet; thence North 10 degrees 57 minutes 39 seconds West, 91.50 feet to the point of beginning, TOGETHER WITH and subject to a

non-exclusive 50 foot wide easement, for ingress and egress, over and across that part of the NW 1/4 or the NW 1/4 and that part of the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 5, Township 102 North of Range 10 West, City of Preston, Fillmore County, Minnesota, the centerline of said easement being described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner 01 said NW 1/4’ of the NW 1/4: thence North 89 degrees 51 minutes 19 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the North line of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4, 526,00 feet; thence South 00 degree 00 minutes 39 seconds East parallel with the Westline of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4, 846,76 feet; thence North 78 degrees 40 minutes 35 seconds East, 352.64 feet; thence South 11 degrees 19 minutes 22 seconds East, 91.50 feet to the point of beginning of said easement centerline: Thence North 74 degreas 42 minutes 39 seconds East, 430.85 feel 10 the Southwesterly right-ofway line of Minnesota Trunk Highway No. 52 and Ihere terminating, The sidelines of said easement are longer or shorter to meet existing properly lines, EXCEPT any lands sold to State of Minnesota In Warranly Deed filed December 1, 2004 as Document No. 343388, and described as follows: That part of the Nonh 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of Section 5, Township 102 Nonh, Range 10 West, shown as Parcel 78 on Minnesota Department of Transportation Right of Way Plat No. 23-65. 730 Hwy16 & 52E (Tax Parcel No. 17.0001.070) EXHIBIT “A” Parcel B: Lot 2 and the East 1/2 of Lot 3 in Block 8 in John Kaerchers Addition to the Village of Preston, Fillmore County, Minnesota, EXCEPT the following described parcel: Commencing 60 feet South of the Northeast corner of said Lot 2, thence North 60 feet; thence West 20 feet; thence Southeast to the place of beginning. Publish 30,6,13,20,27,6

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PUBLIC NOTICES bid notice fillmore central schools Fillmore Central School District requests proposals for group insurance coverage for the health plan year beginning September 1, 2017. Sealed proposals will be accepted in paper form until 2:00 pm central time on Wednesday, April 18, 2017 at: Fillmore Central District Office Attn: Richard Keith, Superintendent PO Box 50 Preston, MN 55965 Copies of the request for proposal and exhibits may be requested from Kathy Whalen, kathy.whalen@isd2198.k12. mn.us, and will be sent electronically at no charge. District reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. District reserves the right to select the proposal which it determined to be in the best interest of the District. Publish 27 Meeting notice carrolton township Carrolton Township will meet at 8:00 p.m. on March 1 and April 5, 2017. LuAnne Storelee Clerk, Carrolton Township Publish 27 public notice pilot mound township Pilot Mound is requesting quotes for repair of five road and bridge sites in the township that were damaged in last fall’s rain and flood event. Contact Supervisor Steve Erickson at 507-467-2220 for details. /s/ William Sullivan, Clerk Pilot Mound Township Publish 27,6 meeting notice richland prairie/scotland cemetery THE RICHLAND PRAIRIE/SCOTLAND CEMETERY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING will be held Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the main floor coffee room of Clara House in Harmony, MN. All who have an interest are encouraged to attend. Publish 20,27,6 pilot mound township rock quotes The Pilot Mound Township Board will accept quotes for Class 2 crushed rock which meets specifications. Two quotes per company are needed: delivered and spread by June 30, 2017 and from the pile price. Also quotes for ice rock and rip rap delivered are needed. Quotes are to be on a ton basis. Certificates of Insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes are to be sent or delivered to the township clerk on or before 5:00 P.M. March 7, 2017. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. William Sullivan, Clerk Publish 20,27

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

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122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD

$299,900 #4072386

• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 5,388 sq. ft. • 3 Car garage • Original woodwork • Elaborate craftsmanship • 10’ ceilings • Double staircases • Pocket doors • Ash/Maple/Oak floors • Remodeled kitchen with granite tops & butler pantry • Finished walk up attic • Large corner lot • 2 Covered porches • “Milo White House” (Hazelwood) on the National Register

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

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

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$57,900

#4074887

• 3 Bedrooms (2nd floor) • 1 ¼ baths • 1,994 sq. ft. • Main floor laundry • Remodeled bath • Enclosed porch • Updated electric service • Spacious rooms • Appliances • Quiet street • Level lot (0.21 acres) • Move-in condition

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EYOTA – 0.24 acre lot in established neighborhood with city utilities backing up to City Park. #4075127 $21,500 FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900 LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 12 acres of woods with approximately 400’ of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. #4076539 $60,000 LANESBORO – New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $99,900 $87,900 $74,900 LANESBORO – 2 rural acreage subdivision lots (3.77 acre & 5.76 acre) Call for details! $69,900/each CHATFIELD – Affordable 0.24 acre lot suitable for walkout along Amco Drive SE with city utilities. #4076290 $40,000 CHATFIELD – Commercial lot offering 0.85 acres, city utilities, level, 311 feet of Hwy 30 frontage, ready to build & only couple blocks off Hwy 52. #4062958 $89,900 CHATFIELD – 5 acres tucked in the valley with 429 feet of Root River frontage including an old farm house (gutted) to remodel for your permanent home or cabin. Small pasture for the animals, nice views & short drive to town. #4075434 $115,000

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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

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

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

Todd Hadoff

14807 HIGHWAY 30 SE CHATFIELD

6.58 acres • Close to new elementary • Edge of city limits • Blacktop road • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Wood ﬂoors • Covered patio • Deck • Built-ins • 2 car attached garage • 4+ heated garage/shop (1,536 sq. ft) • 2 additional out buildings • Sold as-is $68,500

431 AVE C CHATFIELD

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

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

$189,900

THE MARKET IS STILL STRONG...

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

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1616 HILL ST SW CHATFIELD

BUILDING LOT FOR SALE

$98,900

626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD

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

If you are looking to build your “dream” home this is a lot in an excellent location. Located on cul-de-sac road in newer subdivision. Please call me for more information on new tax incentives with the City of Spring Valley for building a new home in 2017!

385 HILLSIDE SR. SE

$39,500 $135,000 $725,000 Spud Boy Diner CHATFIELD (West Chatfield) • Wooded 4.51 acres • Quiet setting 15 2ND ST SE 105 PARKWAY AVE beautiful scenery • Opening living and family room • Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to CHATFIELD LANESBORO Large remodeled master bedroom • Remodeled bath golf course • Open to builders • City Utilities Commercial building • Large kitchen and dining • Patio • 2 car garage • Commercial building Maintenance free siding • Price includes new septic ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell 3 story building with finished basement • 8 rental Diner Car) • High traffic area • Scenic Lanesboro • units for income • All bar equipment will stay • Newer $149,500 FORESTVILLE STATE PARK Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property elevator • Newer sprinkler system • Updated and $69,900 300 KIRKWOOD ST E. ready for business • Ideal for bar, restaurant, office LANESBORO runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating space, any type of retail • Unlimited possibilities • 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, • Turn key operation Was a hotel, medical center and bar 3 bedrooms • d/o • formal dining room • living room • large open $110,000

$169,900

712 CLIFF ST NE CHATFIELD

SOLD!

3 bedroom • 2 baths • Remodeled and updated • 2 car attached garage • Open kitchen and dining room • Family room with gas ﬁreplace and builtins • Steel siding • Screened-in porch • Private back yard • Storage shed • Move-in ready

$108,500

Commercial building

9 TWIFORD ST CHATFIELD

SOLD!

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

Updated 1 1/2 story • Main ﬂoor master bedroom • Main ﬂoor laundry • 2 bedrooms • d/o • Newer roof • Newer furnace • Covered porch • Vinyl siding • Overlooks park • Close to trail and trout stream

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Buildable lots NOLAN VALLEY LOT - 6.37 ACRES

364 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD

Sell the snow blower & the lawn mower! Live free St. in this open & bright condo 418worry Preston NW, PRESTON w/generous storage & a private patio. 1 car Simpleattached living, garage. move $124,900 right in! Scenic setting & ideal location. Main ﬂoor living plus ﬁnished walkout basement. $118,900

2606 Village Rd, DECORAH

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

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44959 Plummer St, RUSHFORD

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VIEWS & BUILDING INCENTIVE! NO BUILDER Be your own boss! Renovated commercial building, turn your RESTRICTIONS. talents into an enjoyable career.

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

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, March 5 • 1-2:30pm 2606 Village Rd, BLUFFTON

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243 S SILVER ST, WYKOFF

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

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100 Elmwood St E • LANESBORO Opportunity is knocking!

Inn with owners’ living area PRICE REDUCED!

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

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

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137 ST. PAUL ST PRESTON

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418 Preston St. NW, PRESTON

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

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overlooking Sylvan Park • shop area in lower level

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111 E. LOWELL LEROY • $90,000

814 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $23,000

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

2 bedroom • large lot • garage • kitchen w/ dining • wood floors • main floor laundry • enclosed fishing, camping • Private • Ideal for porch • patio • deck • 2 car garage • storage shed • private yard house or cabin some newer windows REDU

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707 S. SECTION AVE SPRING VALLEY • $139,000

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Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com $249,900

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

Well built w/lots of space. Main floor living w/finished walkout basement. Sun room w/fireplace and nice view. $242,500

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

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

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REAL ESTATE 170.75 ACRES located 5 miles noth of Highland, MN - 130 tillable with Tama & Fayette soils plus hunting land - will split - call Ken @ ALC: 1-651-324-1555. e30,6,13,20,27-x RUSHFORD HOUSE, 2+1. Contract for deed possible. 507-864-2985 or 507-2519196. r27,6-x

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193.77 ACRE TROY SOINEY FARM FOR SALE BY SEALED BID AUCTION

CROP LAND, PASTURE, HOME AND CATTLE FACILITY Sealed bids will be received at the Law Office of Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P. located at 110 East Main Street in Caledonia, Minnesota, until Friday, March 24, 2017 at 4:00 P.M. for the purchase of agricultural real estate located approximately four miles west of the City of Mabel, Fillmore County, Minnesota. Property includes approximately 160 acres of excellent tillable crop land, approximately 20 acres of pasture, excellent cattle facility with 400 animal unit feedlot, excellent 2008 home with five bedrooms and three bathrooms with vaulted ceiling and other land. Property consists of a total of 193.77 acres. Property offered in three separate tracts as follows:

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TRACT 1: 140.74 Acres containing almost all tillable land with direct access to township road. TRACT 2: 53.03 Acres containing newer residential home, cattle facility and buildings, 20 acre pasture with artesian pond, excellent deer and turkey hunting and approximately 20 acres of tillable land. TRACT 3: Entire 193.77 Acre parcel consisting of Tract 1 and Tract 2. Bids shall be made in writing, enclosed in a sealed envelope and plainly marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Soiney Farm Saleâ&#x20AC;? on the exterior and shall identify the Tract bid upon. Bids shall contain the name, address and phone numbers of the bidder. Bids may be either delivered in person or mailed to Jed J. Hammell, Hammell & Murphy, 110 East Main St., Caledonia, MN 55921. Bids shall be deemed received on the date the bid arrives at the Law Office of Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P. Initial sealed bids shall be accompanied by a cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check made payable to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hammell & Murphy, Trust Accountâ&#x20AC;? for five percent (5%) of the bid as an earnest money deposit. SELLER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS AND TO NEGOTIATE WITH BIDDERS, AND FURTHER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CONDUCT A BID-OFF BETWEEN THE TOP FIVE (5) BIDDERS FOR EACH TRACT. If seller exercises its right to conduct a bid-off, the bid-off shall occur on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at 1:30 P.M. at the Hammell & Murphy law office. The successful bidder will be required to enter into a Standard Minnesota Purchase Agreement; said agreement will provide for real estate taxes being prorated to the date of closing and also provide for a closing date on or before April 28, 2017, with sellers moving out of house by June 10, 2017. Purchaser shall have full rights to farm property for the 2017 crop year. The premises are being sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;?. Seller will have an open house on March 18, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Address of property is 39976 120th St., Mabel, MN 55954. If you should have any questions regarding this property or the bid procedure, please contact the law offices of Jed J. Hammell, Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P. 110 East Main St., Caledonia, Minnesota at (507) 725-3361 or by email at jedrhm@acegroup.cc.

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Through Sun., February 26 at 5:30pm - Guns, ammo, coins, tools, snowmobiles, new sporting goods, archery items, furniture, household, antiques and much more! DARR online auction. For more info and complete listing, DARR Auctions & Realty 800-852-0010 or www.darrauctions.com. Listing in Journal.

Through Tue., February 28 at 6pm - Guns, scopes, vehicles, tractors, wildlife prints, toy tractors, hardware and much more! Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction. For more info and complete listing, call Tony, 507-259-7502 or www. tmracompany.com. Listing in Journal. Through Thurs., March 9, 2017 at 7pm - 2 BR ranch home in Rushford, MN. DARR online auction. For more info and complete listing, DARR Auctions & Realty 800-852-0010 or www. darrauctions.com. Listing in the Journal

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