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Rushford considers tobacco ordinance changes BY K IRSTEN ZOELLNER
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In an age of ever-changing products and concerns, the City of Rushford is considering revamping its 1997 tobacco ordinance to include Electronic Nicotine Systems (ENS), or e-devices. The changes would clarify definitions and regulations pertaining to use and sale. A public hearing on the issue was held at the Monday, January 28 meeting, with RushfordPeterson Middle/High School Principal Jake Timm and Fillmore County Public Health Educator Brenda Pohlman in attendance. R-P Schools, via Timm, was the requesting party for the city to review its ordinance, according to City Administrator Tony Chladek. Pohlman noted that the vapor within the devices is nicotine vapor and its addictive component is cause for concern, as is the size, flavoring, and marketing
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Variances granted for MiEnergy telecommunication towers Brett Corson, Fillmore County Attorney, working on briefs for a hearing. Photo by Mary Allen agreed to take the office with the addition of two assistant attorneys. Both times the county was fortunate to have people step into the position that had the experience necessary to support Corson’s absence. In both deployments Brett was assigned to a civil affairs unit whose duties were to establish a presence. In Afghanistan they met with local police and officials to try to reconstruct a civil government since the Tali-
ban had destroyed it. They met with the loya jirga (tribal council) that included tribal chiefs and elected officials to help create a constitution. Other duties included assistance in getting hospitals reestablished and providing security for cultural sites and activities. They supervised and got funds for the jails that held the enemy and ensured the ethical treatment of prisonSee BRETT CORSON Page 5 ➤
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The Fillmore County Board of Adjustment met for the first time in 2019 on January 24. Steve Duxbury was elected chairman and Andy Bisek was elected vice-chairman. Meetings will continue to be scheduled for the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. A public hearing was held on each of MiEnergy variance requests. Chad Chaffee, MiEnergy vice president of system operationsMN, detailed three variance requests for the installation
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Not only has Brett Corson, Fillmore County Attorney, fulfilled his duties to our county for 16 years but he has served our country for 30 years in the Army Reserve. Brett’s career in the Army started after his graduation from Luther College. He did his basic training at Fort Knox and then was a reservist as a combat engineer at Fort Snelling. During this time he attended William Mitchell Law School and with his law degree was then assigned to the Judge Advocate Unit at Fort Snelling as a reservist. He was commissioned as an officer in 1991 and retires with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel (LTC). As a reservist you are required to attend weekend training once a month and at other times more time is required. Deployment is part of being in the Army Reserve and that happened twice in Corson’s military career. He had two yearlong deployments: Afghanistan in 2003-2004 and Iraq in 20072008. At the time, deployment of reservists, other than for emergencies, was a fairly new concept in the military and to the county board. The board was apprehensive about his leaving, as they were concerned about finding a qualified replacement during his absence. For his first deployment to Afghanistan, the county was able to secure the services of a former Mower County attorney, Pat Oman, who was able to step into the office knowing the duties of a county attorney. During his deployment in Iraq in 2007-2008, Brett’s assistant county attorney, Kelly Wagner,
of the devices when it comes to youth. Several devices of varying size and use were shown and discussed. Pohlmann indicated they range in flavor additives from mint to mango and everything in between and do so legally. Due to their release post nicotine lawsuit settlements, they are exempt from flavoring rules. Additionally, due to their design, there is real concern from both health officials and law enforcement about usage of illegal substances, such as marijuana or fentanyl, with the refillable devices. “It’s cheaper than traditional tobacco products and there’s a significant amount of product available in the county,” said Pohlman. She further indicated an increase in the number of youth using the devices and noted it should not be considered a healthy alternative to conventional tobacco products.
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The devices can be exceedingly small and discreet, with some even sized to click into the ends of sweatshirt hood strings, hats, and backpacks. Adapting kits to sew strings into anything are also available. “Thank you for reviewing it,” said Timm. “It’s sweeping the nation. It’s hitting more and more kids. It’s an epidemic.” He
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acknowledged changing the ordinance won’t make kids quit, but insisted it could make it more difficult for them to purchase it, penalties more severe, and hopefully, those would lead to less usage. “The more we can do together, the better. We have a school of age three to 18. Anything we can do to get it out of the building is good. We’ve caught 10 kids this year and there’s probably three to four times as many doing it.” Timm further indicated that by
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the city and school district working together it shows they are serious about the problem. Currently, the school handles the issue in-house. Should the city modify the ordinance, students could be ticketed by law enforcement if caught, in addition to 10 hours of community service time and participation in an educational course. Subsequent offenses would see steeper penalties. Tobacco usage onset is typically 11-18, according to Pohlman, but the awareness is there. “We have third, fourth, and fifth grade students that can talk the lingo and know what it is,” noted Timm. “It’s really good that you’re being proactive and trying to protect the youth,” added Pohlman. “It’s a multiple-phase effort.” Further discussion included amending the tobacco purchase age within the city to 21. The council appeared to have little problem with it, based on councilor statements, but they would like to hear from businesses first on how this might affect them. It was noted that city businesses are doing an excellent job of training staff and carding minors. “You can pursue it in the draft,” noted Pohlman. “It can be the Cadillac, the best of best, and you can reduce from there.” The recommendations to consider in the ordinance included federal rules for packaging and simplified definitions that would help head off new products coming onto marketplace. Advanced
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! policies will hit at the minimum age, licensing fee, and restriction of flavored products. Alterations of penalties may be worked out with additional information from the Rushford Police Department, Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department, and Fillmore County Law Center. The law center has offered to draft a new ordinance, at no cost, for the city. From there, the city can add or remove items before bringing the revised ordinance back for another public hearing. If passed, Rushford would be one of the first in the county to address the growing issues. It’s expected that the law center could have a draft to the city by the February 25 meeting. At that time another public hearing could be held, making the ordianance “good to go” by March. In other news, the city is making further strides prepping for the 2019 Street Improvement Project on East Grove Street, Walnut Street, and North Burr Oak Street, as well as a smaller Lamplighter Lane project. Derek Olinger, of Bolton & Menk, was on hand to discuss the project standings, but noted there were no big scope changes. There is an interior ponding area west of South Burr Oak Street that may be addressed by the project, should the Army Corps of Engineers give their approval. If completed, the cost is expected to be relatively unchanged, according to Olinger.
During the 2016 project, plans were constructed for the city to gain easements over private properties for the purpose of storm water drainage. Agreements for the easement eventually fell apart and that part of the project did not occur. A ponding area was excavated, but the Corps eventually denied the engineering part of that analysis, due to possible piping, or erosion, under the levee. Should the city get new Corps approval, the contractor will be asked to take excavated fill from the 2019 project and fill the ponding area on South Burr Oak. “The contractor no longer needs to haul from out of town and can take from a couple blocks away,” said Olinger. “I would expect a decrease in price with typical rates. It’s not unreasonable to say it’s going to be about a wash.” The sewer lines in the area were televised and did show excessive debris and breaks. The current six-inch pipe is clay and undersized. The breakage has led to Infiltration and Inflow problems for the city’s wastewater treatment plant. For that reason, both the utility and streets of East Grove Street, Walnut Street, and North Burr Oak Street will be done. The council approved the plan unanimously. In regards to discussion over a recent Minnesota Department of Transportation speed study, the city has received word from the See TOBACCO Page 3 ➤
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R-P School District that it will share the cost of the estimated $7,000 study. “By law, they need an engineering study to back it up,” added Olinger. “There are no concerns. What we’re expecting to get out of this report is how far out speed zone goes and what else is needed (signage, etc.).” The council unanimously approved the study application. The city is also proceeding with a Department of Natural Resourc-
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es Local Trails Connection Grant, along with the school district. The cost of the grant application is $1,750, but that may be reduced if previous application information can be utilized. The estimate to make a connecting trail system from the city’s existing trails and the school district’s recently added sidewalks north of the athletic fields, is approximately $260,000. The grant is in the amount of $150,000, so contribution from both the city and the school district, in the amount of $55,000,
would be required to complete the project. Should the grant application be denied, neither the city nor the school district is on the hook for the cost portion. Cooperative Safe Routes to School grant applications failed three times, but it appears this time, the connectivity piece might clinch it for the city and school. The trail, which would run from the east Creekside Park levee to the new school parking area would run behind homes on Eiken Drive. Easements would be provided by the school to the
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city and the city would own and maintain the trail section. The council unanimously approved the fee schedule for 2019. No changes were made, except to increase the annual compost site fee to $10 per household. There is currently a $4,380 shortfall every year with operation of the site and the increase will decrease that amount by half. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, February 25, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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2019 TEACHER OF THE YEAR? Teachers have a very challenging and important job, shaping the minds of our future generations. Teacher Appreciation Day is May 7, 2019, 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 16, 2019. 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 in the May 6, 2019 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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cooperative’s electrical substations. The data transfer will increase reliability of the electrical distribution system and eliminate the need for other sources of data communication. Chaffee said the intention is to build a communication loop primarily to communicate control and supervision data back to Rushford. A licensed frequency will be used. Chaffee suggested that at some point they may be able to push broadband service from the towers. During the variance hearing for a tower in Section 32, Arendahl Township, a gentleman had a question about the frequency to be used and if it would interfere with his free television service. Chaffee didn’t believe that it would create any disturbances, but assured him, if it gets to be a concern, we will work with you. The poles will be located outside the substation fencing. They will be self supporting with no guide wires and the equipment will be high enough on the pole not to interfere with farm equipment. There was no comment from township supervisors. A 76-foot variance from the south property line was approved. During the variance hearing for a tower in Section 15, Fountain Township, there was no comment from township supervisors. Loren Finseth asked how close the pole will be to the property line. Chaffee said it will be 29 foot north of the property line and 30 foot from the substation fence. The request for a 91-foot variance from the south property line was approved. During the variance hearing for a tower in Section 24, Spring Valley Township, Tom Lentz asked if the driveway will be maintained and kept open. Chaffee assured him that the substation access will not change and the same maintenance will continue. Mitch Lentz asked if there will be any lights. Chaffee said there will not be. Installation will start in March or April depending on the weather. Soil borings will be done by March. Mitch Lentz said he supported what MiEnergy is doing and encourages them to get into the broadband business as soon as possible, adding that the area is very underserved. There was no comment from township supervisors. Approval was given for a 48-foot variance from the south property line and a 33-foot variance from the east property line. Zoning administrator Cristal Adkins said the next Planning Commission meeting will be held on February 28 to consider conditional use permits for the communication towers. Chaffee asked if they can go ahead and do the soil borings before then; Adkins said they could.
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C OMMENTARY What great legislators have in common By Lee Hamilton Each of the great politicians and legislators I’ve known over the course of my career in Congress was very different. They were masters of the rules, or unassailably Lee H. knowledgeHamilton able about a given issue, or supremely watchable orators, or consummate students of people. But they also shared key traits that I wish more elected officials possessed. For starters, the great politicians I’ve met enjoyed the game, and they worked on the skills needed to play it well. They were adept both as politicians and as legislators — which is not as common as you might imagine. They were good speakers and adroit persuaders, whether on the floor of the Congress, addressing a convention of thousands, or sitting in a supporter’s living room with a dozen strangers. The men and women I most admired embraced a life in politics because they believed they could make a difference. They had confidence in themselves, their ideas, and their ability to find their way out of tough spots. They were not dismayed by the give and take of politics — if anything, they relished it. They might have faced heavy criticism for a political stance or legislative maneuver, but they were never defeated by that. And they could master legislative detail. This may be hard to see from afar, but seriEditorial Cartoon
ous legislating requires mindnumbing work — sitting alertly through hours of expert testimony; digesting the reports of committees and subcommittees; thinking through how even small word changes can affect the course of legislation or the impact of a law; going through the intense editing process known as legislative “markup.” Effective legislators not only don’t mind this, they see it as an opportunity to put their imprint on the law. As I think back on men like Tip O’Neill or John Anderson or Mike Mansfield, and on women like Edith Green and Lindy Boggs, I’m struck by their sense of obligation to the country and their palpable commitment to doing the right thing. They worked long, almost inhuman hours, and sometimes they made mistakes, but they were never bowled over by them — they believed they were helping to push the country forward, and that was a powerful motivator to stay in the fight. Many of the strongest political leaders I met over the years had a passion for leadership. This may seem obvious, but think about it: there are 435 members of the House and 100 senators, and simply by virtue of being there they’ve exercised leadership in one form or another. So the people who in turn rose to the top of those ranks had something extra: they wanted to be leaders of the leaders. And not just in Congress. Their attitude toward the presidents they served with was interesting. They obviously had areas of agreement and disagreement on policy, but underlying those
were two key themes: they had a deep respect for the office of the presidency, and they insisted that the president display equal respect for the Congress. If a president in some way showed disregard or disdain for Congress as an institution, that was a serious mistake, because people like O’Neill and Mansfield took the idea of a co-equal branch of government seriously. They applied the same sensibility to their colleagues. They were serious about strengthening the institution from the inside. They recognized that their work could only be completed if the institution was shored up and reformed in a way that gave it the strength to push its goals forward. They sought to build its capabilities — for research and analysis, for oversight, and for all the capabilities a branch of government charged with making policy might need. When he first arrived in what he called the “President’s house” — the first president to do so — John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail to let her know he had arrived and that “The Building is in a State to be habitable.” And then he appended this: “May none but honest and wise Men ever rule under this roof.” Forgiving him his assumption about a president’s gender, isn’t that the hope we all have to possess as citizens? That our political leaders are ever honest and wise? I certainly do. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar of the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.
One Moment, Please... Minnesotans could be Martians By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com There’s no doubt that Minnesotans are a different breed of humans. Ya sure, you betcha, we talk funny according to those who play “Duck, duck, goose.” But, there’s Jason Sethre more to our being than long O’s and A’s in our pronunciations. This past week was a perfect example. It was a snot-freezing -60ºF, with the windchill, and we just figured it would pass. And, we know it will. We’re hardy people who seem to be a glutton for weather extremes, taking great pride in our change of seasons. During these rugged days, we just become accustomed to wearing three or four layers of clothing at all times. Even indoors, while sleeping under three or four blankets. It just becomes the new normal. But, then Sunday’s forecast showed a high of 43ºF degrees. We were looking at a 103ºF degree difference from Thursday to Sunday. Only in Minnesota, or Mars (not the candy bar). Yes, pack your long underwear. We’re going to Mars! The planet Mars, fourth from the Sun, has a lot to offer the highly adaptable Minnesotan. The temperature swings from -81ºF at night to a surface temperature as high as 81ºF at noon
on the equator. The poles can drop to -243ºF at night, so you’d need to triple up on layers. But, if you think about it, Minnesotans could endure those extreme temperature variations with ease. It’d be like winter at night and summer during the day. Sure, we’d have to grow our produce in well-insulated hydroponic facilities, but it could be done. Raising livestock might be a bit of a challenge, unless we had some indoor facilities. But, all challenges could be overcome by Minnesotans, because they would just figure it out. And, I’m sure it wouldn’t be crowded on Mars. Of the 5.57 million Minnesotans, I’m sure we’d see less than 1% of the population willing to move away from friends and family. Seriously though, if the opportunity ever arose, and NASA said we will pay individuals $1 million per year to live on Mars as a matter of research, I am confident Minnesotans would make perfect Martians.
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ers. They were often called upon to be military escorts for UN (United Nations) officials. In Iraq, Corson was in a FOB (Forward Operating Base) in Baqubah doing many of the same things as in Afghanistan by establishing a presence. This deployment saw more action with routine shelling and more security issues. Getting intelligence from the locals and keeping peace between the Sunnis and the Shihas was added to their duties. Some of the highlights of his time away were getting to travel to areas close by and seeing the different cultures of each country. In 2007 he was sent to Baghdad to brief the new United States ambassador to Iraq, Ryan Crocker. After his time in these two deployments Brett was awarded the Bronze Star for exceptional service in combat. Perhaps the most difficult part of this separation from family was the reentry into civilian life. Most returnees have a brief time to decompress but reservists do not. They must immediately get back to their previous jobs. Brett’s wife had basically been a single parent directing all family activities while he was gone. He had to re-establish his role as parent of three children and husband. He joked about getting ready for his first day back on the job and how his wife had to tie his tie because he had forgotten how to do it. His experiences made him very thankful for all that we have as Americans because many people in the world do not have the security of food, clean water, safety and shelter. We as a nation should also be thankful for those like Brett Corson who protect our freedoms.
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OBITUARIES Duane Dean Benson Duane Dean Benson died peacefully Saturday, January 26, at age 73, surrounded by his loving family, following a battle with cancer. Duane was born August Duane Dean 5, 1945, in Benson Belmond, Iowa, the son of Dale and Hazel (Arends) Benson. At the age of three, he moved with his family from Iowa to a farm between Grand Meadow and Elkton, Minn. He graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1963. Duane attended Hamline University in St. Paul, Minn. He graduated with honors with a degree in History in 1967, the same year he was drafted to the Oakland Raiders. He met his wife Melissa Donehower at Hamline and they were married in St. Paul in 1968, before moving to California. He played for 10 years in the NFL as a linebacker in Oakland, Houston and Atlanta. In his five years with the Oakland Raiders he was selected outstanding defensive player four times. Elected a captain of the Raiders in 1971, Duane played with the team in four playoff games, two league championships and one Super Bowl. In the mid-1970s, he and his wife Melissa fell in love with the rolling hills of southeastern Minnesota and bought a farm in Lanesboro, Minn. Their daughter Brooke was born in 1971 and their son Jess was born in 1978. In 1980, Duane was elected to the state legislature and represented southeastern Minnesota in the Senate where he served for 14 years and attained the post of
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Senate minority leader. His legislative concerns included education, health care and agriculture. He was a member of the “Gang of Seven’ who helped to establish MinnesotaCare in the early 1990s. In September of 1994, he was appointed executive director of the Minnesota Business Partnership, an organization of more than 100 CEOs and senior executives from Minnesota’s largest employers. Duane’s public policy work in this role focused on improving quality of life for all Minnesotans and strengthening Minnesota’s economy. Duane also served as executive director of the Minnesota Early Learning Foundation (MELF) which he described as an R&D engine for early childhood education in Minnesota. He served on the board of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees. He was a charter member of the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority which oversaw the construction of the state’s new professional football stadium. Throughout his professional career, Benson owned and managed a 240-acre farm where he raised livestock. He enjoyed walking the pastures to check on his cattle and loved riding horses. Duane was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He was a beloved teacher, mentor, coach, colleague and friend to many, and he was known for his wisdom, kindness and sense of humor. His family and his faith were at the center of his life. Duane is survived by his wife of 50 years, Melissa, and his children and grandchildren: Brooke Worden, Emma and Lauren Worden of St. Paul; Jess (Janet) Benson, Nora and Dane of Burnsville; brother Reggie (Diane) Benson of Grand Meadow, sisters Dixie Mathews of Rhinelander, Wis., and Val Jean (Tom) Thorsen of
Grand Meadow; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Dale and Hazel Benson, and three brothers, Dale, Max, and Rex Benson. A memorial service was held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church Thursday, January 31, 2019, at 11 a.m., with visitation from 9-11 at the church. Officiating was Pastor Mark Woodward. Riley Funeral Home is assisting the Benson family with arrangements. To share a condolence with the family please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com. Morris L. Dempewolf Morris L. Dempewolf, age 90, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away Sunday, January 27, 2019, at the Gundersen Harmony Care Center. A memorial service was held ThursMorris L. day, January Dempewolf 31, 2019, at the United Methodist Church in Lime Springs, Iowa. Visitation began at 9:30 a.m., with the funeral following at 11 a.m. Rev. Paula Hemann officiated. Private burial will be at a later date at the Cedar Hill Cemetery. Morris was born March 30, 1928, in Cresco, Iowa, to Roy L. and Jennie E. Dempewolf. He attended Albion Country School and Cresco High School. He worked on the family farm and in 1950, he joined the Navy, where he served until 1954. He returned home and continued to farm. On September 9, 1961, he married Judith Cornwell of Adams, Minn. In 1964 they moved to Harmony, Minn., and farmed until 2001. The couple moved to Spring Valley, Minn., in 2001. Morris enjoyed farming, raising hogs, anything that was John Deere, spending time with his family, and visiting friends and neighbors. Morris is survived by his wife Judith, three daughters: Colleen Dempewolf of Erie, Colo., Renee (Jim) Reicks of Harmony, Minn., Tonya (Doyle) Benson of Stewart, Minn., and one son, Jason (Amanda) Dempewolf of Harmony, Minn.; 11 grandchildren: Nicole (Mike) Bergeland of
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The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Lafayette, Colo., David Chuzzles (Jennifer) of Monticello, Minn., Sarah (Braden) Hahn of Preston, Minn., Andrew Reicks of Harmony, Minn., Phillip, Josiah, Julia, and Lydia of Stewart, Minn., and Coltan, Maggie, and Lilianna Dempewolf of Harmony, Minn. Also surviving are two greatgrandchildren, Ruby and Brooks Bergeland of Lafayette, Colo. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and one brother. Morris donated his body to the Mayo Clinic department of Anatomy. Private family services will be held at a later date. Harlan T. Eiken Harlan T. Eiken was born May 23, 1933, to Talford and Hilda (Sand) Eiken in Spring Grove, Minn. His mother passed away in childbirth when he was eight. He then lived Harlan T. with his Eiken grandparents, Henry and Clarinda Eiken. He graduated from the Mabel High School in 1952. He married Jean Ann Rasmussen on March 12, 1954. Harlan and Jean raised turkeys in Rochester, Minn., and then moved to San Fernando Valley, Calif., from 1960 to 1962, managing a turkey farm. They moved to Prosper, Minn., in 1962, where Harlan was employed at the Prosper Truck Stop. In 1970 they moved to the Irish Ridge and started farming after buying the Wallace Eiken Farms. He farmed from 1970 to 2014, a majority of those years with his son, Tye. Farming came to an end with a stroke paralyzing him in December 2014. Harlan spent the rest of
his days in a wheelchair. Harlan was an active member of the Mabel United Methodist Church. He loved NASCAR, especially Dale Earnhardt, NFL football, John Deere machinery, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and his wife, Jean “Ma.” Harlan and Jean enjoyed spending part of their winters in Fountain Hills, Ariz., where their daughters live. Harlan was a perfectionist, in the best way, and above all he had a kind heart. Harlan passed away Sunday, January 27, 2019, at the Green Lea Manor in Mabel, Minn., with his family by his side, at the age of 85. Harlan is survived by his wife Jean, three children: Steve (Diane) of Prosper, Minn., Becky (Kelly) Dotzler of Fountain Hills, Ariz., and Stacy (Mark) Gridley of Fountain Hills, Ariz.; daughterin-law Marilynn Eiken of Mabel; 12 grandchildren: Ben (Nicky), Amy (James), Morgan, Ryan (Rachel), Jordan (Ryan), Joshua, Dustin, Kiley, Zach, Sloan (Colin Kurk), and Slade; 10 great-grandchildren: Ava, Ike, Mya, Kale, Hailee, and Blake, Parker, and Ryer, Kayden and Everly; a brother, Paul (Sandy) Eiken; and five half-sisters and one half-brother. Harlan was preceded in death by his son Tye, and a brother, Gerry. Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Friday, February 1, 2019, at the Mabel United Methodist Church in Mabel, with the Rev. Pamela Seebach officiating. Burial took place in the Mabel Public Cemetery. Visitation was 4–7 p.m. Thursday, January 31 at the Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel and one hour prior to services at the church. See OBITUARIES Page 7 ➤
Fillmore County Church Directory Christ Lutheran Church..........………………..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…..........……….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 4 08 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…...................................Sundays - 8:00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923
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Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* Senior Strength & Balance Class, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* Senior Strength & Balance Class, 11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-272-3731.* 12pm, United Methodist Church, 211 St. Anthony St., lower level.* 5:00pm, Spring Valley Public Library*
7pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St.* 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*
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10-11am, Scotland Presbyterian Church, Canton. 507-251-0520 for information. Senior Strength & Balance Class, 1-1:45pm, Coffee Street Fitness Center, Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson.*
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Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* 9am. Clara House, Harmony.*
9-11:30am and 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St.* 9am-12pm and 1-4pm, 525 Washington St. NW.* Senior Strength & Balance Class, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* Senior Strength & Balance Class, 11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-272-3731.* 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* 6pm, Community discussion, Spring Valley Public Library. , 7pm, Methodist Church, Preston, Public invited.
, 7:30pm, First MON., FEBRUARY 11 Lutheran Church, 202 N. Oak, use side , 9am, Park Lane door on Newburg.* Estates, Preston. 10-11am, FRI., FEBRUARY 8 6pm, Scotland Presbyterian Church, Canton. Spring Valley area. For info & location, call 507-251-0520 for information.* , 11:30am, (507) 226-4595. 7:30pm, Pioneer Preston Servicemen’s Club, Preston. Senior Strength & Balance Class, Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.* 1-1:45pm, Coffee Street Fitness Center, SAT., FEBRUARY 9 Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* Clinic, 1-3pm, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson.* Fillmore County Public Health, 902 8pm, Bethlehem Houston St. NW, Preston.* Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507) 765-2518.* , 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*
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7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*
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Allen M. Fossey Memorial service for Allen M. Fossey was held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, February 2, 2019, at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston, Minn., with Pastor Dan Bredberg officiating. Visitation was 12:30 p.m. until time of service at the church. Burial of the urn will take place in the spring. Allen M. Fossey, age 91, of Preston, Minn., passed away January 30, 2019, at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield. He
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was born June 1, 1927, in Mitchell County, Iowa, the oldest of four children born to Mense and Amy (Rustad) Fossey. Allen graduated from Lyle High School in 1944 and was united in marriage to Marian Hardecopf in 1950 at Marshall Lutheran Church in rural Adams, Minn. Together they had four children: Bruce, Wanda, Jean and Bonnie. Allen farmed in the Lyle and Mona, Iowa area. In 1969 he purchased a farm near Preston, Minn., where he raised beef cattle, hogs and crops. Allen enjoyed attending auctions, going to the sales barn,
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day at the church from 10 a.m. until time of services. Lindstrom Funeral Home assisted the family. Gerald Merlin Johnson was born on July 14, 1937, in rural Harmony, Minn., to Howard Ellsworth and Odella Kathryn (Christianson) Johnson. He was baptized on October 31, 1937, and confirmed on September 14, 1952, both at Greenfield Lutheran Church in Harmony. Gerald graduated from Harmony High School in 1956. After high school, he worked doing general farm labor for several years. After Gerald retired from farming, he worked for HECO for 13 years. In 1963, Gerald married Katha Kiehne. The marriage ended 11 years later. On September 2, 1978, he married Judy Marlow. Together they had one son. Gerald enjoyed fishing and horses. He bowled in a league for 13 years. He was a long-time member of Greenfield Lutheran. Gerald loved to play cards, shake dice and collect toy tractors. Gerald Johnson Gerald was preceded in death Gerald Johnson, age 81, of Harmony, passed away on Janu- by his parents, and by his wife Judy, who died in 2013. ary 27 at the He is survived by one stepGu nder s en daughter, Lorrie (Scott Trouten) Harmony of Harmony, a step-son, Alan Care Center (Pat) Klompenhower of Dayin Harmony. ton, Tex., and by a son, Scott Memorial (Susan) Johnson of Rochester; services were two grandchildren: Hope Marlow held 11 a.m. of Stewartville, Minn., and Jessica Friday, FebGerald Johnson Lemelle of Liberty, Tex.; and two ruary 1, 2019, at Greenfield Lutheran Church, great-grandchildren: Mason and Harmony. Friends called on Fri- Tripp.
listening to polka music and dancing but most of all enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He made a point of attending all of his grandchildren’s high school, college, master’s and doctoral graduations. Following the passing of his wife Marian, Allen was united in marriage to Marge Larson in 2003. Allen is survived by his four children: Bruce Fossey of Preston, Minn., Wanda Hofstad of Rochester, Minn., Jean Fossey of Rushford, Minn., and Bonnie (Tom Brownell) Fossey of Hibbing, Minn.; three grandchildren: Ryan Brownell, Dr. Brittany Brownell and Thea Hofstad; and one sister, Norma (Emory) Price of Lyle, Minn. He was preceded in death by his wives: Marian in 1991 and Marge in 2018, a brother, Leo; and a sister, Margaret. Condolences may be left at http://www.Hindtfuneralhomes. com.
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He is also survived by three siblings: Carlyle (Katha) Johnson of Pine Island, Richard (Norma) Johnson of Wykoff, and Katherine (Roy) Christenson; a brotherin-law, Richard Marlow of Decorah; and an aunt, Irene (Christiansen) Rice of Harmony and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be designated to Heartland Hospice or to Dementia Alzheimer’s research. Alice Mae Kimber Alice Mae Kimber was born on May 25, 1936, to Joe and Mary (Saueressig) Muchow of Luana, Iowa, the fourth of five children. She attended area schools prior to meeting Alice Mae and marryKimber ing Charles (Chuck) Kimber on December 22, 1954. At that time she moved to the Burr Oak, Iowa, area, where she and Chuck raised six children on their family farm. Alice shared in the farming operation and when they had spare time, they both enjoyed many hours fishing on the Mississippi River as well family time playing cards and games. Alice was also active in her church ladies group, helping with quilting, rug making and doing See OBITUARIES Page 8 ➤
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embroidery. Many of her dish towel sets were sold at the Burr Oak Lutheran church bazaars over the years. Upon retirement from farming, Chuck and Alice moved to Canton, Minn., where they shared a home until Chuck’s passing on March 30, 2013. Sometime after, Alice moved to the Harmony Care Center, Harmony, Minn., where she made many friends and shared her embroidery and coloring projects with other residents and staff as well as her family. She greatly enjoyed activity time, especially playing Sparkle with her fellow residents. Alice resided in the Harmony Care Center until her death on January 22, 2019. Alice is survived by children Debra Douglas, Flower Mound, Tex., Barb (Brad) Kerns, Canton, Minn., Loren Kimber, Lansing, Iowa, Steve (Jean) Kimber, Cresco, Iowa, Al Kimber, Wichita, Kans., and Linda Kimber, Rochester, Minn.; grandchildren Chris (Ana) Moore, Denton, Tex., Scott Moore, (Allyson Harbour), Lewisville, Tex., Jennifer Rhodes, (Mike James), Alvord, Tex., Cassie Olson (Brandon Nord), Mabel, Minn., Jordan (Katie) Kerns, Preston, Minn., Marie Kimber, Postville, Iowa, Kristy Kimber, Waukon, Iowa, Valarie Kimber, Waukon, Iowa, Lori Kimber, Elkader, Iowa, Nicole Kimber (Pete Schnitzler) Cresco, Iowa, Ryan Kimber (Lauren Sharp), Ridgeway, Iowa, Evan Kimber (Alyssa Botkin) Dassel, Minn., Amanda (Travis) Nesburg, Cresco, Iowa, Matthew Kimber (Madysen Huffman), Wichita, Kans.; and Emily Kimber, Wichita, Kans., as well as 24 greatgrandchildren. She is also survived by one brother, Donald (Linda) Muchow, Postville, Iowa, and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Alice was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and one brother. Funeral services was held 7 p.m. Friday, February 1 at the Burr Oak Lutheran Church in Burr Oak, Iowa, with the Rev. Matt Larson officiating. Fellowship was in the church basement following the service. Visitation was 5-7 p.m. Friday prior to services at the church. Burial took place 10 a.m. Saturday, February 2 in the Burr Oak Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel, www.mengisfuneralhome.com.
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children her parents had received from God. Growing up in St. Charles, Sharon shared many great days with her siblings and parents, as well as grandpa Dahl and grandma and grandpa Braithwaite. Going through life Sharon and Ronnie Allen were married, having three beautiful children, Ricky LaVern, Randy Lee and Tamera Kay. Ronnie and Sharon eventually went their separate ways, staying in contact for their love of their children. Sharon is survived by her son Ricky (Shari) Allen of Chatfield and daughter Tammy McCabe of Fountain. She was blessed with seven grandchildren: Kasondra, Ryan, Brandon, Danielle, Joe, Samantha and Jacob, 10 greatgrandchildren, siblings: Robert (Phyllis) Dahl of Chatfield, Ronald Dahl of Wabasha and John “Jack” (Marie) Dahl of Dover. Sharon was preceded in death by a son, Randy Lee Allen, on November 4, 1984. She was also preceded by a grandson, Tanner Allen; her parents Andy and Clarice Dahl, and her sister Carol Anne Kraemer. Sharon knew that her dog, Abbie would not be happy without her. She will be buried with her. Services to remember Sharon were held 1 p.m. Sunday, February 3 at St. Charles United Methodist Church, with the Reverend Heather E. Klason officiating. A reception followed services at the church. Burial took place in Pilot Mound Cemetery. Visitation was from 3-6 p.m. Saturday at Hoff Funeral Service in St. Charles, as well as one hour before services at the church on Sunday. Please share memory of Sharon at her online guestbook and view her video tribute, when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com. Sharon’s message to her family is, “I am sad to leave the rest of my family. God say’s it’s time to come home.”
Jean K. Marin Mickelson Jean K. Marin Mickelson, 78, of Caledonia, formerly of Mabel, died Thursday, January 24, 2019, at Ca ledonia Care and Rehab. Jean was born July 29, 1940, Jean Mickelson in Money Creek Township, Houston County, Minn., to Otto and Violet (Kingsley) Marin. She attended the Vinegar Hill Country School near Houston and graduated from the Rushford High School. She lived in several places, including Canton, Lanesboro, and Rushford, and had lived in Mabel for 20 years until moving to Spring Grove a Sharon Kranz Sharon (Dahl) Kranz, 73, of year ago. She worked as a waitress Rochester, died Tuesday, January in several restaurants around the area and for Rush Products in 29, 2019, at Rushford. She enjoyed going to Mayo Clinic flea markets and garage sales, sewHospital, ing, and collecting dolls, books, Rochester and Santa Clauses. MethodJean is survived by her children ist Campus. Doug (Tami) Marin of Canton, God delivBillie Martino of Caledonia, and ered ShaCorey Mickelson of Colorado ron to Andy Sharon Kranz Springs, Colo.; grandchildren and Clarice (Braithwaite) Dahl on May 14, Chelsey Marin-Gloria, Cheyenne 1945. She was the third of five Autumn Powers, Dominick, Tyson
Jackson Mickelson, and Cosmo Joe Mickelson; great-grandchildren Caden and Juan, brothers Robert of Fountain City, Wis., and Donald of Winona, Minn.; and a sister, Rose Mary (Rick) Ernster of Apple Valley, Minn. A service will be held at a later date.
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Wheel of Fortune. Everything she did, she enjoyed to the fullest. Dianne is lovingly remembered by her husband Darrell of 55 years; her daughters Darla (Marv) Bushman of Chatfield and Debbie Eckhart (Rob Broadwater) of Rochester, her sisters Janice (Stan) Czaplewski and Judy (Pete) WondrowGlynn, both of RochRodney D. Miland ester, and a brother, Jim (Connie) Rodney D. Miland, age 65, of Hasley of Tonopah, Ariz.; two Spring Valley, passed away Sun- grandchildren, Morgan Bushman day, January (Angel Ramirez Rojas) and Mitch 20, 2019, at Eckhart, both from Rochester. Mayo Clinic Dianne is preceded in death by Hospital, St. her parents, Elger and Anita HasMarys Camley; parents-in-law Herb and Mary pus in RochSpitzer, and a brother-in-law, Lyle ester, Minn. Wondrow. Rodney A memorial service was held was born 12 p.m. Saturday, February 2, Rodney D. January 30, 2019, at the Saint Paul EvangeliMiland 1953, in Prescal Lutheran Church in Chatfield, ton, Minn., to Douglas Melvin with visitation from 10 a.m. to 12 and Shirley (Johnson) Miland. p.m. at the church. Officiating He grew up on the family farm was Pastor Peter J. Haugen. in Spring Valley and attended Riley Funeral Home assisted the Spring Valley elementary and high Spitzer family with arrangements. school, where he played football To share a condolence with the and excelled at wrestling. He family, please visit rileyfuneralenjoyed working in the outdoors, homes.com. loved feeding the birds, mushroom hunting and working in the Janis Pearl Turbenson yard. He truly enjoyed making A Celebration of Life visitation things out of wood and was a for Janis Pearl Turbenson was held self-employed carpenter until his 5-7 p.m.. Frihealth no longer allowed it. His day, February cat “Miss Kitty” then became his 1, 2019, at the enjoyment. Hindt FunerRod is survived by his father al Home in Douglas Miland, six siblings: Pat Spring Valley. Copeman, Mike Miland, Nancy P e a r l (Mark) Apland, Gary Miland, died SaturRhonda Miland and Char Losey, day, January Janis Pearl all of Spring Valley. He is also 26, 2019, at Turbenson survived by many nieces, nephews, Seasons Hosaunts and uncles. He was preceded pice in Rochester, Minn. She was in death by his mother, brother- born April 4, 1958, in Spring in-law Steve Copeman, and his Valley, Minn., to Roy and Margrandparents. garet (Westphal) Thompson. She Private family services will be attended school in Spring Valley held at this time with a celebration and was united in marriage to of life to be held in the Spring. Harold Turbenson. Pearl worked Condolences may be left at as a waitress for Elaine’s Café www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com. in Spring Valley and bartended for the Spring Valley VFW. She Dianne Marie Spitzer enjoyed playing cards and going to Dianne Marie Spitzer, 74, of the casino. Chatfield, died peacefully TuesShe is survived by two sons: day, January 29, 2019, surrounded Kenny (Jamie) Turbenson of by her loving LeRoy, Minn., and Casey (Dawn family. DurCrago) Turbenson of Spring Valing a twoley, Minn.; two siblings: Suzie month battle (Kenny) Kohn of Spring Valley of bile duct and Mike (Sherri) Thompson) of cancer, she LeRoy, Minn. never lost She was preceded in death by her sense of her parents, her husband, five humor. brothers and two sisters. D i a n n e Dianne Spitzer Condolences may be left at was born on www.hindtfuneralhomes.com. August 25, 1944, in Rochester, Minn., to Elger and Anita (Block) Ross Wilson Hasley. She graduated from John Ross Wilson, age 28, of CresMarshall High School in 1962. co, Iowa, died Friday January 25, On May 4, 1963, Dianne married 2019, as a result of a snowmobilDarrell Spitzer at the Redeemer ing accident. Lutheran Church in Rochester. A funeral Dianne worked at the Rochester service was Community and Technical Col- held 1 p.m. lege as a library clerk, from which on Saturday, she retired in 2007. She loved February 2, spending time with her family and 2019, at Burr friends. She was the “Mayor” of Oak LutherBailey Park and RV Campground an Church, Ross Wilson in Wabasha, Minn., where they 2358 360th camped and enjoyed great camp- St, Decorah, Iowa, with Pastor fires for the last nine summers. Matt Larson officiating. Burial She also enjoyed fishing, playing took place in the Burr Oak Cemcards, horse shows, and watching etery. Visitation was 4-8 p.m. FriJeopardy, Days of Our Lives, and day, February 1, 2019, at Hindt-
Hudek Funeral Home in Cresco, and continued one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Ross Michael Wilson was born on February 8, 1990, son of Michael and Connie (Vine) Wilson in Decorah, Iowa. Ross was baptized on April 15, 1990, and confirmed on October 31, 2004, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cresco. He was a 2008 graduate from Crestwood High School, and went on to earn his Commercial-Residential Electrician Diploma from NICC in Calmar. Ross began his career at Stanton Electric in New Hampton in 2011 until November 2012, when he started working at Bob’s Electric in Cresco. He truly enjoyed being an electrician and his work family meant a lot to him. In March of 2014 Ross was introduced to and started talking with Ashley Colsch. They went on their first date in May of 2014. That June, Ross made it official by asking Ashley to be his girlfriend. They moved in together on May 10, 2015, and bought their first home together in December 2017. Ross enjoyed home remodeling projects to create the perfect space for Ashley and their puppy Willow. Ross WAS planning on proposing. He had SECRETLY purchased a ring and was waiting for the right time to ask Ashley’s dad and make her his forever love. Simply put, Ross was a good man. Ross was the type of man that would give anyone the “shirt off his back.” He often gave up his free time on the weekend to help family and friends with different projects. He could be quiet and reserved but had hilarious one-liners. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes Football, Chicago Cubs, and Minnesota Vikings fan. He enjoyed playing any kind of card game, snowmobiling, going to the races, and bowling. Ross just recently became a member of the Driftrunners Snowmobile Club. Most of all, Ross liked having a cold drink in his hand while sitting around a bonfire with his family and friends. Ross is survived by his significant other Ashley Colsch of Cresco; dad Michael “Mike” Wilson of Cresco; sisters Megan (Shawn) Merkel of Spring Valley, Minn., and Leigh (Dustin) Myers of Cresco; four nephews: Connor and Spencer Merkel, Joel Myers, and Carter Colsch; niece Avery Colsch, maternal grandmother Vivian Vine of Mabel, Minn.; Ashley’s parents, Matthew L. and Darci Colsch of Monona, Iowa; Ashley’s brothers, Matthew D. Colsch and Christopher (Aleesa) Colsch, all of Monona, Iowa; Ashley’s paternal grandparents, Tom and Maggie Jones of Castelia, Iowa; Ashley’s maternal grandfather, Arlis White Sr. of St. Olaf, Iowa; his dogs Duke and Willow, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He is preceded in death by his mom Connie Wilson, on January 27, 2009, maternal grandfather Darrell Vine, paternal grandparents Gerald A. and Evelyn Wilson, his uncle Larry Wilson and Ashley’s maternal grandmother, Rebecca White, in 2015.
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Fillmore County Sports Knight Boys Again “Three” Past Burros By Paul Trende The first time Kingsland and Lanesboro’s boys played this season, the Knights THE TRENDE rode a big REPORT first half of threep o i n t shooting (9 of 10) to a 66-57 v i c t o r y. In the rematch, a late quick Paul Trende barrage propelled John Fenske’s guys to victory. Chris Hanson’s Burros used a deliberate attack to lead most of a fast first half of b-ball. Their biggest edge, the biggest edge of the game (until the final), was just five points (13-8). The half-time margin was 21-18. The second half featured 15 of the game’s 21 lead changes. In the final four minutes, Reid Kruegel and Lucas Howard each hit two threes. Lanesboro kept up (Andrew Luck five points), until Kruegel’s second triple, which broke a 47-47 tie (1:04). The Burros missed their last five FGs (all threes). Kruegel hit four (of four) free throws. The Knights swept the season series with a 54-47 win. Wyatt Pruter (21 pts, 7-8 FTs, 6 rebs, 5 asts), Kruegel (18 pts, 4-8 threes, 7 rebs), and Howard (10 pts, 4 asts, 4 stls) led the victors. Carson Schwichtenberg (18 pts, 4-8 threes, 5 asts) and Luck (17 pts) led the Burros. It is Schwichtenberg’s seventh straight game with at least four made threes (34 of 69). Kingsland went 8 of 14 from deep in the second half after a 1 of 14 first (9 of 28 total). Lanesboro was 8 of 22 for the game from deep. Kingsland also won at the free throw line (15 of 17 to 3 of 8) and the offensive glass (12 to 3). The Knights thus got up more field goals attempts (15 of 48 to 18 of 39).
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For a second straight game, Rushford-Peterson’s boys were nearly flawless at the charity stripe and it was highly critical in posting another tough victory. At Lewiston-Altura, the Trojans went 21 of 23 at the free throw line. They were 22 of 24 at Crestwood the previous game. The contest with the Cardinals was tied late when Landon Skalet hit a crucial three-pointer to put R-P up 64-61. They sealed the “V” at the charity stripe. Led by Luke O’Hare (career-high-tying 23 pts, 7-7 FTs, 5 rebs, 4 asts), Skalet (17 pts, 3-8 threes, 4-4 FTs), and frosh Justin Ruberg (12 pts, 7-8 FTs, 14 rebs), who all cashed in at the line, R-P prevailed 74-65. The Trojans improved to 5-3, 12-5.
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While R-P’s boys shot nearly perfect from the free throw line, FC’s girls’ approach, shoot a bunch, make as many as possible, also helped lead to a “V.” For a fourth time this year, Levi Olstad’s girls attempted 40 plus free throws. The Falcons made just 18, but got a win over La Crescent 65-59. Paige Donlinger (19 points, 7-13 FTs, 6 stls) had a season-high. Madison Scheevel (15 pts, 5-11 threes) notched her third straight fivemade-three game. Emma Breitsprecher (12 pts, 4 rebs, 4 asts, 6 stls) and Kandace Sikkink (8 pts, 10 rebs) helped. The Falcons are 260 of 483 for the season at the stripe (roughly 14 of 27 per game). They are 7-0 in games an opponent fouls out (unofficially). The Falcons (7-4, 12-6), winners of 8 of 10, have already exceeded last year’s win total (11-17).
Knights/Buchholtz’s Roll Again
On 17 occasions this year, FCJ covered b-ball teams have had teammates each score 20 in a game. Kingsland’s sister tandem of Lauren and Ellie Buchholtz has now done so thrice. Versus LeRoy-Ostrander, it was a one-sided affair with the Buchholtz’s pouring in the points. Ellie B. scored 17 in the first nine minutes or so. The Knights put 50 up in the first half (50-26). To start the second, Lauren B. scored 20 points in the first nine or so minutes. With Ellie getting her second 30-point game (31 pts, 9 rebs, 6 asts) and Lauren her third straight 20-plus point game (24 pts, 11 rebs, 7 asts), the Knights prevailed 90-46. Kingsland had four in double-figures, as Shelby Beck (11 pts, 8 rebs, 4 asts) and Sam Wernimont (11 pts) helped. Wernimont combined with Ellie B. to hit six threes in the first nine minutes, stoking a 28-13 lead. Over the past three games (all wins), Lauren and Ellie have combined to score 157 points (27 PPG and 25.3 PPG respectively). The Knights improved to 6-3, 11-7.
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Emma Geiwitz had 22 points in a victory over Schaeffer, and Alyssa Rostad had 33 points (16 of 18 FTs) in a win over Cannon Falls, as Houston’s girls ended a four-game losing streak. Dale Moga’s girls (6-2, 9-9) lead the SEC-East over Kingsland (6-3, 11-7). Houston’s boys also beat CF, 78-74 in OT. Alex Van Gundy had 26 points (11 of 13 FTs) and Mikkel Schutte 21 points (8 of 10 FTs). Van Gundy also scored 25 in a loss to L-A. Dylan Loppnow scored 21 points (10-10 FGs), Drew Wyffels added a triple-double (11 pts, 10 rebs, 13 asts), as M-C beat A-C 64-38 to snap a
five-game skid. Reid Johnson had 23 points, Landon Bance a career-high 20, but Chatfield fell to Stewartville. Johnson (17.1 PPG) and Lanesboro’s Schwichtenberg (20.2 PPG) are the only FCJ covered players to hit in double figures every game. The Gophers (3-6, 7-8) have almost doubled last year’s win total. Wyatt Pruter had 28 points in a Kingsland loss to BP. Imminent of 1,000 points, he’s scored 20-plus in nine of his last ten games (25.1 PPG). Abbey Hoegh had 28 and 27 points in R-P girl’s losses to L-O and L-A. Chatfield’s Seth Goetzinger (120) and Cael Bartels (113) each posted three wins at the tough Goodhue/PEM/D-E quadrangular. LARP’s Ethan Sense went 5-1 between the W-K Tri and the K-M Duals.
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Houston 76, L-A 94 (H: A. Van Gundy 25 pts (8-13 FTs), 6 rebs; James Hongerholt 18 pts, 10 rebs, 3 asts, 3 stls; M. Schutte 13 pts (6-10 FGs), 9 rebs, 4 stls; Caiden Danielson 9 pts; Noah Kingsley 9 pts (3-5 threes)) M-C 38, #10 in A Randolph 64 (MC: D. Loppnow 15 pts, 14 rebs; D. Wyffels 11 pts (5-7 FTs), 7 rebs, 6 asts) Stewartville 82, Chatfield 70 (C: R. Johnson 23 pts; L. Bance career-high 20 pts (4-9 threes, 7-13 FGs); Josef Fahrenholtz 11 pts, 8 rebs, 5 asts; David Castleberg 10 pts (5-6 FGs), 6 rebs) #8 in A Spring Grove 74, Houston 47 (H: A. Van Gundy 17 pts, 4 stls; J. Hongerholt 12 pts) Chatfield 58, W-K 54 (C: R. Johnson 16 pts, 6 rebs, 6 stls; Chance Backer 10 pts (5-9 FGs); J. Fahrenholtz 9 pts, 8 rebs) La Crescent 65, FC 31 (FC: Josh Peters 11 pts. Falcons: 0-9, 0-16) Alden-Conger 38, M-C 64 (MC: D. Loppnow 21 pts (1010 FGs), 9 rebs; Parker Ingvalson career-high 14 pts (5-9 FGs, 3-6 threes); D. Wyffels 11 pts (3-9 threes), 10 rebs, 13 asts, 4 stls. M-C: 2-5, 6-10) Kingsland 53, BP 61 (K: W. Pruter 28 pts (4-13 threes, 6-6 FTs). Knights: 6-3, 9-8 (2nd place in SEC/East behind SG)) Lanesboro 41, #10 Randolph 57 (L: C. Schwichtenberg 18 pts, 7 rebs; A. Luck 12 pts. Burros: 1-7, 5-11) Houston 78, Cannon Falls 75 in OT (H: A. Van Gundy 26 pts (11-13 FTs), 7 rebs; M. Schutte 21 pts (8-10 FTs), 6 rebs, 5 asts; J. Hongerholt 16 pts, 12 rebs. Houston: 22 of 29 free throws. ‘Canes: 2-6, 7-9)
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R-P 63, L-O 73 (RP: Abbey Hoegh 28 pts; Megan Oian 9 pts, 9 rebs; Lauren Lawston/ Kjersta Hinz 9 pts)
St. Charles 67, Lanesboro 42 (L: Emily Snyder 12 pts, 6 rebs, 4 stls; Payton Benson 9 pts (3-7 threes)) M-C 43, Randolph 56 (MC: Payton Danielson 14 pts, 4 stls; Maddy Michels 14 pts, 9 rebs. Cougs: 3-6, 5-13) L/P 48, Lanesboro 24 (L: E. Snyder 7 pts, 8 rebs) L-A 66, R-P 62 (RP: A. Hoegh 27 pts; M. Oian 9 pts) W-K 50, Chatfield 54 (C: Shelby Isensee season-high 13 pts (8-10 FTs), 8 rebs; Mollie Henry 11 pts, 9 rebs; Tessa McMahon 9 pts, 6 rebs, 3 asts, 3 stls. Chatfield overcame 25-15 halftime deficit. Gophers: 3-8, 4-15) Schaeffer Academy 25, Houston 74 (H: E. Geiwitz 22 pts (9-18 FGs), 8 stls; A. Rostad 18 pts (4-8 threes), 5 rebs, 4 asts, 4 stls; Becca Rostad 15 pts (6-12 FGs); Sydney Torgerson 6 pts, 8 rebs) Lanesboro 37, Randolph 42 (L: E. Snyder 12 pts, 10 rebs. Burros: 2-8, 3-15) Houston 72, Cannon Falls 57 (H: A. Rostad 33 pts (7-12 FGs, 3-4 threes, 16-18 FTs), 6 rebs, 4 stls; E. Geiwitz 15 pts; B. Rostad 12 pts; S. Torgerson 12 pts (6-11 FGs), 12 rebs. ‘Canes: 6-2, 9-9)
Wrestling (1/24 - 1/26)
PEM Quad > A Lean and Mean Chatfield 30, AA Lean and Mean PEM 42 (Gophers led 21-6 and 30-18 but lost last four weights; 182, 195, & 220 by fall, 285 by FF. C. Bartels (113), S. Goetzinger (120), and Tate Karver (132) had pins. Sulley Ferguson (106 > 6-1), and Davontae Goldsmith (170 > 6-3) won Ds. Gophers took 160 by FF); Chatfield 24, #9 in Class A Goodhue 49 (Wildcats led 19-18 after 152, but took five of the final six weights; 160, 170,
182, & 220 by pin, 285 by FF. C. Bartels (113), S. Goetzinger (126), Nathan Goldsmith (152), and Grady Schott (195) had pins); Chatfield 39, D-E 30 (Close match saw ties at 9-9, 15-15, and 18-18 (after 152). Chatfield took 152, 160, 170, and 182 to lead 33-18. A.J. Karver’s pin (220) sealed the match. Cody Guenther (138), D. Goldsmith (170), and G. Schott (182) also had pins. S. Goetzinger (126 > 6-2), N. Goldsmith (152 > 12-8), and Jacob Stephas (160 > 6-3) won by D. Gophers took 113 by FF. Gophers: 4-1 (TRC), 6-6 (overall)) LARP 19, Medford 34 (Teams double FF’ed 195, 220, & 285. LARP FF’ed 182. Save for 6-0, Tigers led the entire way, taking control after 152 (25-12 lead). Tyler Kreidermacher (106) and Gable Speltz (132) had pins, Jacob Meyer (160 > 14-4) won by MD, E. Sense (170 > 6-1) by D); LARP 38, Westfield 21 (S-Eagles won 132, 138, 152, & 160 by FF, lost 195 by FF, with double FFs at 126, 220, & 285. C. Jonsgaard (120) had a pin, J. Meyer (170 > 11-1) and E. Sense (14-4) MDs) FCLMC 24, La Crescent 47 (Wolves won 126, 132, 138, & 285 by FF, FF’ed 160, 170, & 182 with double FFs at 106 & 195); FCLMC 10, Lake City 59 (Wolves FF’ed 106, 160, 170, & 182, won 285 by FF with a double FF at 195. Caden Anderson (132) won a 12-2 MD. Wolves: 0-7 (vs TRC), 0-12 (overall)) Century Tourney (FCLMC took 10th of 12 with six guys. Cad. Anderson (132) took second (W Pin, W 11-1 MD, L 9-2 D). Michael Barrett (220) took fourth (W Pin, L Pin, W Pin, L Pin). Braden Knutson (106 > 3-2), Orion Sass (126 > 3-2), and Stefan Nikoloski (285 > 2-2) each See SPORTS Page 11 ➤
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took fifth) Lake City Invite (Of 11 teams, Chatfield (139) took third behind Northfield (217.5) and D-E (156.5). A.J. Karver (220) was Chatfield’s sole champion (W Pin, W Pin, W 4-3 D). S. Goetzinger (#4 at 126 in Class A) took second (W Pin, W Pin, L 15-6 MD to Mayo’s #10 in AAA Marshall Peters). Chase Ketterhagen (145 > L 5-2 D, W Pin, W Pin, W 5-0 D, W 14-2 MD) and D. Goldsmith (170 > W 3-1 D, L 12-2 MD, W Pin, W 2-1 D) took third. N. Goldsmith (152 > 2-2), Campbell Berge (160 > 1-2), and G. Schott (182 > 2-2) took fourth. The 113-pound weight class featured Medford’s #1 in Class A Charley Elwood, Winona’s #2 in Class AAA Ryan Henningson (champion), Andover’s #4 in Class AAA John Babineau, and Northfield’s #5 in Class
AAA Jake Messner) K-M “Swalla” Duals > LARP 9, Mankato West 59 (LARP FF’ed 113, 182, 220, & 285, won 120 by FF. E. Sense (170 > 8-1) won by D); LARP 10, Class AA #6 Waconia 63 (LARP FF’ed 113, 182, 195, & 285. Dominic Jenkins (145) won by pin, G. Speltz (126 > 11-1) by MD); LARP 12, Class AAA #10 Forest Lake 54 (LARP FF’ed 113, 195, & 285 with a double FF at 182. J. Meyer (160) and E. Sense (170) won by pin); LARP 30, Blue Earth Area 47 (LARP FF’ed 113, 182, & 285 with a double FF at 195. Screaming Eagles led 30-29 after 170, but lost three six-pointers thereafter. T. Kreidermacher (106), C. Jonsgaard (120), Caleb Mueller (132), and E. Sense (170) won by pin, D. Jenkins (145 > 12-2) and J. Meyer (160 > 12-4) by MD, and G. Speltz (126 > 6-4 in OT) by D. LARP: 3-3 (vs TRC), 7-13 (overall))
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Top ranking area Junior High Knowledge Bowl teams announced Sixty-six teams from 18 area districts participated in 20182019 Junior High Knowledge Bowl. Teams competed in round robin competitions in October, November, and December. Each team then competed in the subregional competitions in January and the top nine teams from each of the three tiers advanced to regional. The competitions consist of one written (60 questions) and four oral rounds (45 questions/round). The Junior High Knowledge Bowl Sub-Regional Competitions were held on January 4, 7, and 8 at the Southeast Service Cooperative. The Tier AAA teams were from Kasson-Mantorville, Northfield, PlainviewElgin-Millville, and Red Wing. The Tier AA teams were from
Caledonia, Chatfield, DoverEyota, Kenyon-Wanamingo, Pine Island, and RushfordPeterson. The Tier A teams were from Fillmore Central, Goodhue, Houston, Kingsland, Lanesboro, Mabel-Canton, Southland, and Spring Grove. The Junior High Knowledge Bowl Regional competitions were held on January 17 at the Southeast Service Cooperative in Rochester. Tier A
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the Year will be announced Sunday, May 5, at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. Over the coming weeks, a 25-member panel of community leaders will name a group of semifinalists and finalists. Organized and underwritten by Education Minnesota, the Minnesota Teacher of the Year program receives support from Education Minnesota ESI, Educators Lifetime Solutions, EFS Advisors, Harvard Club of Minnesota Foundation, McDonald’s Restaurants of Minnesota, SMART Technologies and United Educators Credit Union. Included in the list of candidates for 2019 Minnesota Teacher of the Year is Brent Stinson, Kingsland Public Schools.
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Local teacher a candidate for Minnesota Teacher of the Year ST. PAUL, MN, January 18, 2019 – The 2019 Minnesota Teacher of the Year will be chosen from a field of 168 candidates. These candidates have accepted their nominations and completed the required materials to become eligible for the honor. The number of candidates this year is the thirdmost in the 55-year history of the award. This year’s program will name the 55th Minnesota Teacher of the Year, celebrating the tradition of excellence in teaching in Minnesota. Candidates include prekindergarten through 12th-grade and Adult Basic Education teachers, from public or private schools. The 2019 Minnesota Teacher of
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The Sethre’s have been here in Fillmore County a long time, dating back to 1856. Jason Sethre’s father, Terry Sethre, graduated from Preston-Fountain High School. His grandfather, Bob Sethre and wife Mary Jane, raised their family in Preston. And, his great-grandfather, Martin Sethre, owned and operated Sethre Chevrolet and Implement once located where Fit Express n o w resides in Preston, w h i l e Martin’s wife Ella S e t h r e t a u g h t s e c o n d grade at the elementary school in Harmony. A n d , Jason’s great-great-great-grandfather, Johan Sethre, moved his family from Eidsvoll, Norway to Minnesota to establish a homestead on a farm in rural Lanesboro -now owned by David and Lori Bakke.
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Instructor for Fillmore Central Youth Chess Club • Coach for the Fillmore Central Youth Soccer Program • Co-Coordinator of Fillmore County Turkey Day Run • Member of the Fountain Fire Department • Member of the Sons of American Legion (Preston) • Member of Christ Lutheran Church (Preston) • Sunday School Teacher at Christ Lutheran Church • Past board member of the Commonweal Theatre Company • Past steering committee member of the National Trout Center • Past board member of the Preston Area Chamber of Commerce Jason and his wife Amanda (originally a Reiter from Elgin, MN), love raising their children in the small town of Fountain, full of people who treat their neighbors like family. They enjoy all the seasons, but Spring, Summer and Fall are family favorites -- namely for hiking, biking, swimming, and canoeing.
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Rowing classes at Studio 223 By Maddie Smith Do you want to get in shape, but don’t idolize the idea of running alone for five miles a day in the harsh Minnesota weather? Believe it or not, you’re not in the minority! Combining healthy habits, fun times, teamwork, and self-growth is all possible at Studio 223. Studio 223 offers a variety of classes, ranging from TRX (suspension training that uses body weight to increase core strength,
balance, and flexibility) to yoga (for all levels, ranging from Gentle Yoga to Heated Vinyasa Flow) to the increasingly popular rowing classes. Rowing is one of few activities that provides strength training to the full body. While building each of the major muscle groups, rowing also combines cardio and strength training to tone muscles and burn calories. It is both challenging and rewarding.
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A member at Studio 223, Matt Elder participates in rowing classes for the obvious reasons: to stay healthy and in shape. He also relishes the secondary benefits of the healthy environment as he meets new people, enjoys regulated temperatures, and receives professional feedback. Many people come from local areas towns — Chatfield, Fountain, Preston, Rochester — to attend rowing classes. Despite the large membership, classes are small and personal with about six members each session. Unlike in many large classes, instructors are able to deliver one-on-one attention and advice during the full class hour. Whether you are a professional rower ready for the Olympics or just learning about it now, you will feel right at home in any of Studio 223’s distinct rowing classes. If you are new to the activity, Ready Set Row is a class is perfect for you since it is designed for beginners. In this class, participants learn the proper movement of rowing, how to safely strengthen specific muscle groups without causing injury, and other basics. As members gain strength and experience, Rowing 2.0 is the
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Studio 223, “I’m not telling you it’s going to be easy, I’m telling you it’s going to be worth it,” isn’t for decoration. The cost of physical benefit is effort. It’s up
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How I practice mindfulness By Sara Snipes There are many wonderful things about our society: TV, smartphones, tablets, GPS. While those things most certainly make life easier, they can also Sara Snipes make life a tad bit more stressful. Staring at screens all day leave us with fatigue, eye strain, and poor posture while indulging in media at our fingertips hours every day leave our cortisol levels sky-rocketing from all the negative images and advertising we see on a daily basis. Some of us (*guiltily raise my own hand*) even start our day with these anxiety riddled habits by checking our emails before we are even out of bed. The good news is we can balance out these energy and joy sucking habits we have created through mindfulness. What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is a practice of becoming more aware of where you are and what you’re doing,
without becoming overly reactive or overwhelmed by what is going on around you. The best part? You don’t need fancy cushions, special clothes, or expensive gadgets to be mindful. You only need yourself and as little as two minutes. My mindfulness practices While there are many practices of mindfulness, I am only human and make it happen when I can. My favorite ways to practice mindfulness would be through yoga and meditation. I obtained my 200-hour yoga teacher certification within the past year and it has brought a whole new vision of mindfulness and what that means to me as a person and how I want to lead myself. Unfortunately, there isn’t the space within this article to speak on yoga itself and I would love to teach a class specifically on mindfulness. However, I can share a few other daily practices of mine. Practicing mindfulness Remember, none of these practices call for you to go out and purchase anything. However, if you feel the call to use something See MINDFULNESS Page 14 ➤
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that will help you to focus your thoughts, by all means, go ahead of make it a part of your ritual. Meditation 1) Find a comfortable position: sitting, laying down, under a tree, a park bench, or wherever gives you a stable and solid surface beneath you. 2) Be aware of your body. Straighten but do not stiffen your posture. You want to be relaxed and not rigid. Even if throughout your meditation you need to move to be comfortable, do it! Any way you can become more into your space, take the liberty to get yourself there. 3) Focus on your breath. There is no need to change how you are breathing. Just becoming aware of the ins and outs of each inhale and exhale. 4) Let your thoughts come and go. Many also think meditation means having a “blank mind.” This is not correct. Mindfulness meditation recognizes the mind will wander and when you have noticed the mind wander, gently bring it back to focus on your breath without judgement or negativity such as “I knew you couldn’t do this,” etc. Watch your thoughts go by like leaves floating on top of a gentle stream if visualization helps. 5) Start slow. If you are new to meditation, much like exercise, don’t overdo it. You will want to have a max time so that you are not setting yourself up to be disappointed at your next meditation session if you are unable to sit with yourself as long as you did the first time.
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Breathing techniques (pranayama – “prA-nA-yA-ma”) There are many different breathing techniques, but my favorite is called nadi shodhana (“NA-di sho-DA-na”) which is also named alternate nostril breathing. 1) Bring your right hand to your face and place your middle and index fingers on the space between your third eye while your thumb gently closes your right nostril leaving the left nostril free. During this practice, you will alternate your thumb and ring finger of the right hand to close nostrils. 2) With your right nostril still closed, inhale through the left nostril filling your belly deep from within and pretending the breath is filling every space inside of you. 3) At the end of the inhale, close your left nostril with your ring finger and pause. 4) Release your thumb from the right nostril and exhale out through the right nostril keeping the left nostril close with the ring finger. 5) With your right nostril still open and left nostril closed, inhale in through the right nostril. 6) At the end of the inhale, close your right nostril with your thumb and pause. 7) Release your ring finger from your left nostril and exhale out the left nostril. 8) You have completed one round of this breathing technique! You can repeat for as many cycles as you like. This breathing technique is also extremely effective in stressful situations or if you are about to give a presentation to calm nerves. Happy Mindful Living!
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It’s never too late! By Annie Lewis How many times have you made the New Year’s resolution to get in shape, but never did? You’re not alone, and as we age, it gets harder and harder. The thought of getting in shape is daunting, and as a result, nothing changes. Tina Kerns is excited about changing that. Kerns is the program coordinator for Active Aging Programs with Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota. “As soon as I started this position last summer,” Tina said, “I was trained in SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life), an evidence-based program that works! Within three weeks, most people in the class notice differences in their strength, flexibility and balance. It’s truly amazing the way seniors are liking this program and getting in shape!” The free, hour-long SAIL classes include low impact aerobics, balance exercises, strength training with dumbbells and ankle weights, and stretching exercises. The program is able to accommodate people with a mild-level of mobility difficulty, up to those who are regularly active. The exercises focus on improving flexibility, bone and muscle strength, balance and overall fitness. Kerns said that she knew her mom, Vergene Kelly, would enjoy this kind of exercise class. “When I approached her, she was eager to start a class with her longtime friend Randean Pastwa.” On board with SAIL since day one, Kelly is now one of the instructors who went through training. “This has been the best thing for us seniors,” Vergene said. “It’s really catching on and we’re adding a Friday class starting February 1st. We have nearly 25 participants that come on and off on a
regular basis. I personally have seen a significant improvement in my balance. I have neuropathy in my hands and feet and this has completely helped that. My strength is improved as well. “The benefits are unbelievable. We use hand weights and that really helps build up strength. I guarantee that if you come to the classes, you will see a difference in two weeks. Seriously. What are you waiting for? We have people in their 60s all the way up to 94 years old! Not only do we see physical improvements with everyone who comes, but overall wellness. Just getting out of the house and being around other people is so important. We
laugh and have a good time.” Margaret Miller lives near Canton and heard about the SAIL classes through her church group. They decided as a group to come and see what it was all about. She’s very happy they did! “I can see a huge difference in my balance and strength,” Margaret said. “In the beginning, I had to rely on the chair when we did balance exercises and now, I feel confident and much stronger without the chair. It’s really amazing! We went on vacation and I missed a few classes. When I got back, I could tell a difference. I had lost some strength and balance and had to start from ground zero. Now that’s really telling you something.” Margaret adds, “As we get See SENIOR CLASSES Page 15 ➤ We can custom cut to your requirements.
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older, we tend to shuffle instead of picking up our feet, so having
this new balance and ability to walk with more confidence is just incredible. I also love getting out of the house, especially on these cold winter days, and
meeting new people and seeing friends. I really look forward to it. “I truly think these classes are helping people to live inde-
pendently longer by prevent- The older we get, the more our ing falls,” Margaret continued. balance gets out of whack. I “Falls are the most common am so thankful we have these reasons that causes us seniors to have to move out of our homes. See SENIOR CLASSES Page 16 ➤
When Tina Kerns became program coordinator of Active Aging Programs, she knew her mom, Vergene Kelly, left, and her longtime friend, Randean Pastwa, would enjoy this kind of exercise class. She was right! Photo submitted
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classes. For those of you out there that are considering it, just come!” Currently their SAIL class is offered Monday and Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. at the Canton Scotland Presbyterian Church. The class is free because of the partnership between the Active Aging Program, the volunteer instructors and the Canton Scotland Presbyterian Church. “Many of the participants stay afterwards for coffee and social hour,” Kerns said. “The bond that has been built is just as important as the exercise itself. During class you hear them cracking jokes and laughing, they look out for each other and they even named their group the ‘Senior Canton Raiders.’ They are a wonderful group of ladies, though we sure do welcome men if they’d like to come.” Agreeing with Miller and Kelly, Janey Afseth says, “SAIL is absolutely incredible. I feel better and my balance and strength have greatly improved. I don’t like missing a single class and am happy that they’re adding another one on Fridays. I urge anyone who wants to feel better and have fun while doing it, to give it a try. You’ll never know until you do and it’s free!” Catholic Charities has other
classes in Fillmore County and the Arthritis Foundation sponsors Arthritis classes and a 12-week Fit and Strong class for osteoarthritis sufferers. If you would like more information on any classes or would like to volunteer to lead a class, call Tina Kerns at (507) 2510520. Coffee Street Fitness & Dance, 102 Coffee Street in Lanesboro also offers fitness options specifically for seniors. Owner Sandy Tammel knows from experience about making life changes. “I had high cholesterol and triglycerides, became pre-diabetic, and was also dealing with fibromyalgia and arthritis in my hips, knees and low back,” Tammel recalls. “The fibromyalgia and arthritis were getting to the point of becoming so debilitating that it was very hard for me to walk a full block and the medical bills were accumulating.” “My husband suggested a personal trainer and I reluctantly agreed,” Tammel said. “Within eight months, I lost 60 pounds and felt 30 years younger. It’s amazing how much energy you gain by losing weight and becoming stronger. I got off all my medications. My cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugar levels are normal again. Through this experience, I’ve been inspired to help others who want to improve their quality of life.” She has become a certified fitness train-
er who also works with people one-on-one. At Coffee Street Fitness, Tammel teaches Active Senior class on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9-9:45 a.m. for the more active seniors. Then in the afternoon, she teaches a Senior Strength & Balance class from 1-1:45 p.m. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, she travels to teach Senior Strength & Balance classes sponsored by Catholic Charities at Harmony Community Center from 8:159 a.m.; Spring Valley Community Center from 10-10:45 a.m. and Christ Lutheran Church in Preston from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Coffee Street Fitness also offers the Silver & Fit free membership program for senior citizens. For more information, visit Lanesborofitness.com or call Sandy at (507) 272-3731. Fit Express also offers programs to meet seniors’ fitness goals, including Silver Sneakers classes with certified instructors. Back in 2002, Linda and Al Mathison of rural Preston, had a dream to bring fitness centers to the small towns in Fillmore County. They opened their first center in Spring Valley at 109 N. Broadway. The following year, they opened another in Preston, now located at 301 St. Paul St. SW. And in 2015, they opened a third facility in Harmony at 15 West Center. The three fitness centers have
24-hour access, allowing members to exercise during their free time. For more information on classes and membership, visit fitexpressllc.com or call Linda at (507) 251-3822.
There are several other businesses and individual personal trainers that offer fitness options for seniors in Fillmore County. Go online and/or check local listings in your area.
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Store Brand Brat or Pork Burgers
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Capri Sun
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Quaker Instant Oatmeal
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$ 99 Stoneridge Pit Smoked Natural Casing Sausage. 16 Oz. • Selected $ 99 16 Oz. • Selected
Chairman’s Reserve Bottom Round Steak $ 49
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Boneless
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Chairman’s Reserve Bottom Round Roast $ 29
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2 5 Scott Pete Braunschweiger........................................5 $ 39 Armour Homestyle Meatballs............................ 2 2/$ Oscar Mayer Sliced Lunchmeats................................4 $ 99 Best Choice Chicken Breast.............................. 5 $ 99 Farmland Boneless Ham.................................... 6 $ 99 Supreme Choice Cooked Shrimp..................15 $ 99 Supreme Choice Crab or Lobster Rangoon..... 3 $ 99 State Fair Corn Dogs.............................................6 $ 69 El Monterey Burritos..............................................3 $ 69 Farmland Bacon.....................................................4 $ 49 Farmland Cube, Diced, or Steak Ham............. 3 $ 49 Hart Asian Chicken........................................... 4 $ 69 Hillshire Farms Deli Lunchmeats...................... 3 $ 29 Johnsonville Breakfast Sausage..................... 3 $ 99 Tastee Choice Entrees....................................... 4 $ 09 Schweigert Fun Dogs......................................... 1 $ 49 Schweigert Wieners............................................ 7 $ 29 Schweigert Braunschweiger............................. 2
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93% Lean Ground Beef $ 59
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Boneless
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Pork Tenderloin $ 79
32 Oz. • Selected
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Aunt Jemima Pancake Mix
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Nature Valley or Fiber One Bars
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Downy Fabric Softener $ 49
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Coffeemate Creamer $ 99
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64 Oz. • Selected
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Tombstone Original Pizzas 3/$
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7-Up Bottling Company 4/$
Lipton Pure Leaf Tea $ 99
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Rural Houston County student media stories to premiere February 9 How many high school students can say this: “This project showed me how much our community members support one another in their businesses and their everyday ventures.” Or, this: “I learned many things about the transportation aspect of life before I came to live here.” Two Houston County students embarked on an ambitious project in 2018 to research how the
local work history informs our work culture today. Now, after months of hard work, they are ready to share the fruits of their labor, at the upcoming premiere of their “Stories: YES Houston” short films and interactive media projects. In partnership with the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street program and the City of Houston, Stories: YES Houston
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is inspired by the Smithsonian traveling exhibition, “The Way We Worked.” The exhibit explores how work became a central element in American culture, and traces the many changes that have affected the workforce and work environments over the past 150 years. The students’ final stories will also be uploaded to the Smithsonian Institution’s Stories from Main Street website for the purpose of archiving stories of life in rural America. Local program coordinator, Erin Dorbin of Houston, designed the 10-week program
that allowed students to develop hands-on — and on-location — oral history, field recording, research, and editing skills. Each workshop was purposefully crafted by Dorbin to inspire students to explore local history topics that they were personally excited about. The workshop series also activated partner institutions across Houston County, including historical societies, libraries, and local businesses. A free program that ran through spring and summer of 2018, Stories: YES Houston (YES is an acronym for Youth + Engagement + Skillbuilding) worked extensively with three Houston County high school students. Two of the program’s students completed impressive final multimedia projects: Tiffany Michels, a ninth grade student from Spring Grove, and Lillian Carlson, a senior from Houston. Through the program, the students worked with public historians, journalists, podcasters, GIS specialists, media artists—and even a 2018 Obama Fellow—to investigate topics surrounding local worker identity and economic history. Michels’ project, titled, “Workers and Commuters in Houston County, Minn.” dives into issues surrounding commutes for rural workers and transportation needs for Houston County workers in the 21st century. Looking back on the
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program, Michel is grateful for the video editing, audio editing, camera angles, and people skills she learned. Overall, she was pleased to realize “that it isn’t all that hard for me to break out of my comfort zone, and this project gave me the chance to do that.” For her project, Carlson took a deeper look into how retail and Main Streets have rapidly changed in small town America over the last several decades. She researched population changes, rural retirement, and how chain stores like the Dollar General have gained traction in local economies. Lillian takes an intimate look at what’s happening to her hometown’s businesses, including the one owned by her family, in her film titled, “Next Gen Rural Retail in Houston, Minn.” Her favorite moment in the project was “meeting with Shannon Sullivan in D.C. [the Smithsonian project coordinator] and hearing what an impact my story was already having after just being released a little bit earlier.” Both students look back on the project as an invaluable learning experience. Says Carlson, “It is a truly amazing and long lasting project that can teach you a lot about yourself and your community.” The Stories: YES Houston premiere will take place on Saturday, February 9 at 3 p.m., at the Houston County Historical Society Museum (104 History Lane, Caledonia), and is open to the public. A short overview of the program will be followed by a screening of the student projects, including a two-part story by Stories: YES Houston students titled, “Young Lady Democrat of Spring Grove, Minn.” Attendees will also be invited to interact with the transportation story map that accompanies Michel’s project to collect additional rural transportation stories. Additional information about the Stories: YES Houston project can be found online at www. storiesyeshouston.com.
Sara Schultz graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato, on December 15, 2018. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in Business Management, all the while graduating with the highest academic honors. Sara started her new job as a Member Advisor on January 7, 2019, at South Point Financial Credit Union in St. Peter, MN. Sara is the daughter of Terry Schultz of Preston and Susie Schultz of California, formerly of Preston.
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Rushford-Peterson talks trimester successes and challenges
R-P Middle School/High School Principal Jake Timm addresses the district’s current trimester schedule. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner By Kirsten Zoellner At the Monday, January 28 R-P School Board meeting, Middle School/High School Principal Jake Timm conducted a presentation regarding the current school schedule and feedback regarding how well its worked for the district. According to Timm, the majority of schools within the state utilize a 7-8 period day schedule. Overwhelmingly, however, the majority of teachers in the state do not favor this schedule. R-P previously used a 6 period, 50-minute class, plus one 30-minute study hall, schedule for the middle school. The high school previously utilized a five period modified block schedule with three, 78-minute classes that lasted one semester and two, 44-minute classes that remained the same all year. Both of these presented problems of students finding opportunity to engage in elective classes of interest and created issues for sharing art, agriculture, foreign language, and technical education teachers between the grades. Beginning in January of 2016, interested middle and high school staff met six times to work on the schedule. In October 2016, the board gave Timm
authority to mold the district’s schedule to a trimester format, allowing the middle and high school to be on similar tracks. This allowed for the contracted 280 minutes of teaching time, student contact time of up to 310 minutes, including supervisory roles, 50 minutes of uninterrupted prep time for teachers, and maintenance of separate lunch times for various ages. According to Timm, 35% of staff responses, largely high school teachers, favored the trimester schedule. Another 30% favored the 7-8 period schedule, while 20% (two responses) favored the 90-minute block schedule. Responses did affirm that the number of courses allowed in the trimester is reasonable for students to manage and more than half felt 65-70 minutes is the optimal class time, which is met in the trimester schedule. Additionally, responses indicated it allows for college/career preparedness and gives students more choices and opportunities to try new electives. The biggest concern for the trimester schedule are gaps in the schedule, where a student may have a class first and third trimester or second and third,
putting them into a different spot. Timm acknowledged that the gaps existed before trimesters as well, but remains an issue that he has concerns with. Timm also admitted trimesters are harder to schedule, but stated they give a wider variety of offerings to students, including elective and 18 college credit Advanced Placement classes, the second most of any district in the region. “Is what we’re doing the best? I don’t know. Is there a best schedule? No,” added Timm. “The biggest thing I like about this is that kids can dabble in different areas; ag classes, shop classes, art classes, FACS (Family and Consumer Science) classes, business classes. Kids can dabble in different elective areas, while at the same time take their higher level classes. This is the schedule that brings it together for kids going to technical school, kids going right out to get a job, and our four-year college kids.” It was noted by Board Director Bonnie Prinsen that there was an assumption that the trimester schedule was a oneyear trial. Timm noted that the schedule was formulated a year and a half prior to the new facility opening and that it takes a few years to see the results. Additionally, considerable time, effort, finances, and resources were devoted to planning. Had the school made the decision to change back to a semester schedule, the decision would have needed to be made in September, only a month into the trimester schedule. “We at least have to go three years with it,” stated Timm. “We’re already in the thick of scheduling. Next year, we have time to research and put together the best schedule.” “There are flaws and I get there are flaws,” added Timm. “Parents and teachers: sometimes they’re looking in the lens of, ‘What’s best for my kid….. what’s best for my subject?’ My job is to do what’s best for
200 plus high school kids; 350 middle and high school kids. It’s not perfect by any means. We’re trying to tweak it as we go.” In other news, the board considered a recommendation to approve the 2019-2020 Early Retirement guidelines for teachers. More information was called for before deciding on either extending the current two-year incentive package or possibly extending it to a threeyear package. The effort provides considerable cost savings to the district. The board was expected to make a decision at the special meeting scheduled for January 31. A cooperative agreement application to Minnesota State High School League between R-P and Lewiston-Altura School District for boys and girls golf was unanimously approved by the board. Two girls and seven boys golfed for R-P last year, while 10 girls and 12 boys participated for L-A. The advantages of the partnership include added participants for full varsity and junior varsity teams, an indoor golf facility and simulator, currently used by L-A, and usage of the golf course in Rushford. The districts already have cooperative agreements for wrestling and cross country. Board Director Chris Grindland requested discussion of the former elementary/high school facilities be added to the meeting agenda. Grindland’s concerns included further neglect of the vacant buildings, a burden to the school district, as well as further pressure to redevelop the site. Grindland suggested the district sell the buildings to the City of Rushford for $100. Superintendent Chuck Ehler noted the district has worked with the city to come up with options. “We have ongoing discussions and our Facilities Committee is working with the city, so I would invite or encourage to continue those conversations. Other board members have concerns about the city’s intention of what their plan is with the building. It would be advisable for the district to allow the Facilities Committee to work through that process,” said Ehler. “The pressure is increasing to do something with the building.” Ehler apprised the board of an inquiry for an interested individual to walk through the building January 29. He further indicated the only monthly costs for maintenance of the former buildings are minimal electric and liability insurance,
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as water and heating have been turned off. The building has been vacant since August 2017. “I don’t think there’s any urgency. This school district encompasses more than just the City of Rushford and we need to take that into consideration,” noted Board Chairman John Linder. “The other point is, it may have some value. I would certainly like to consider that if there is interest. The other factor is, the city, they want to knock the building down. That may be what has to happen, but I suspect there may be some issue with that out of the gate; some people that may not be happy with that.” The board made no official action, but will wait for further information from the Facilities Committee. Plan A remains for the district to market the building for redevelopment, while Plan B would be to sell to the city for demolition and new housing. Regarding a statement at last month’s meeting, Ehler issued a retraction to a statement he made regarding sidewalks installed by the school district and assistance from the city. Ehler clarified that the city did offer financial help with the project on Pine Meadows Lane. “The city did help with construction that took place along Highway 43. City workers were instrumental in providing the leadership in getting the lights moved down and in working with us.” Ehler maintained he intended no offense to the city and has issued an apology. In ongoing board information, the field of 11 candidates for new superintendent was previously narrowed to five by the board. The final candidates were interviewed Thursday, January 31 and Friday, February 1. The finalists are Shawn Yates (Superintendent, Ada-Borup Schools, Ada, Minn.), Joel Timmerman (Elementary Principal, Riverside Elementary, Jackson, Minn.), Jon Thompson (Superintendent, Aplington-Parkersburg Community Schools, Aplington, Iowa), Todd Lee (Superintendent and 7-12 Principal, Howard School District, Howard, S. Dak.), and Scott Loeslie (Superintendent, Barnesville Public Schools, Barnesville, Minn.). The interview committee is expected to make a recommendation to the board at a special meeting February 19. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, February 25, at 5:30 p.m., in the forum room. A special meeting is slated for Tuesday, February 19, at 5:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Dollar Store development agreement approved By Karen Reisner Twiford redevelopment dominated discussion at the Chatfield City Council’s January 28 meeting. Kristi Clarke, consultant planner, explained issues that have come up regarding the platting of the property located at the intersection of Twiford and Division Streets, which extends southward toward Grove St. The 1.3 acre lot across from the former Kwik Trip is the planned future site of
a Dollar General retail store. The issue lies with four very small triangle shaped pieces on the property that Mark Severtson, Olmsted County Surveyor, found that were exceptions to the city ownership of the property. These small triangles have different ownership or no ownership. Clarke said it is a simple plat except for the legal issues. She suggested the city council approve the plat as shown or approve it without the noted exceptions. It
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will take some time to get these four exceptions sorted out. Either option will result in a legal plat. During the public hearing on the final plat, there were no comments from the public. City Attorney Fred Suhler suggested taking care of the triangles by leaving them out of the final plat, since a specific owner can not be pointed to. The building will not be placed on any of these areas. Clarke suggested they could be left as outlots and the issues can be cleaned up over time. The small triangle areas are either unclaimed due to mapping errors or owned by Ferrell Gas. Ferrell Gas has agreed to sign paperwork for development of the site. A resolution was approved approving the plat as shown and also without the noted exceptions. This will provide approval for the final plat and also allow time to resolve some ownership issues without having to schedule another public hearing before the city council. Clarke reported that a review was initiated in November of the 18 conditional use permits (CUPs) that are in effect. A report was presented.
Clarke explained in the past few years two CUPs were processed to allow post-frame construction for an accessory garage. In both cases siding and roofing materials matched the single family home. The council directed City Attorney Suhler to draft changes to the ordinance to allow post frame type construction for accessory garages in R-1 and R-2 districts if they comply with rules for use of appropriate materials. EDA Director Chris Giesen reviewed the proposed development agreement between the city and the developer, DGI-Min-
nesota, LLC. The EDA recommended approval of the development agreement by a 4-1 vote. The developer will purchase the property (Twiford Redevlopment area) for $210,000. The EDA will pay the outstanding special assessments ($94,415.30) on the property using the Rochester sales tax fund. The Rochester sales tax fund is expected to be reimbursed over time with TIF money which will come to the city per the agreement. The developer agrees to build See DOLLAR STORE Page 25 ➤
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a Dollar General (approximately a 7,500-square-foot building) on the site by October 1, 2019. The developer requested TIF assistance due to site challenges, work required to prepare the site. The TIF was requested to be provided “up front.” The city will reimburse $210,000 “up front” once the building is complete. The city will collect and keep the TIF generated (estimated to be $20,400 per year through 2041 or a total of $428,000). Giesen said they should come out ahead over a period of years. To date, the city has spent $244,000 on acquisition of the property and other expenses. An additional $135,000 was assessed for infrastructure improvements. The total expense to the city comes to $379,000. The agreement was approved as presented as recommended by the EDA. Urban voted no. Approval was also given for the city to pay the outstanding assessments from the Rochester sales tax fund. Urban voted no. He
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Fillmore County Police Reports Ask a Trooper Chatfield Police Department Ryan P. Carruth, 36, Cleveland, Ohio; 12/16/2018, Speeding (63/45), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Antony Thomas Becker, 28, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/12/2018, Failure to Yield at Intersection, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Patrick Lewis Johnson, 48, Cresco, Iowa; 1/7/2019, Follow Too Close (at a Reasonable Distance), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Sharmarke M. Mohamud, 32, Postville, Iowa; 12/29/2018, Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. 12/29/2018, Failure to Stop at Stop Signs or Stop Lines, Fine $50. Geri Ann SchmeckpeperHanson, 55, Fountain, Minn.; 12/18/2018, Failure to Stop at Stop Sign, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. MN Department of Natural Resources - Enforcement Division Tracy Paul Seelbinder, 59, Peterson, Minn.; 12/29/2018, Transportation of Loaded Fire-
arm, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. MN State Patrol - Rochester Aristeo Amador, 39, Richfield, Minn.; 12/22/2018, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Brandon Wayne Buss, 30, Chatfield, Minn.; 11/26/2018, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Dale Joseph Patterson, 55, Zwingle, Iowa; 1/4/2019, Use Radar Detector or Operate Commercial Vehicle Equipped With Radar Detector, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Christopher Lee Secrist, 56, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/4/2019, Speeding (73/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Elizabeth Jean Tobin, 45, Port Byron, Ill.; 1/4/2019, Speeding (75/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Preston Police Department Marie Therese Abell, 72, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/13/2019, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Elizabeth Sue Smith, 43, Rushford, Minn.; 2/13/2019, Issue Dishonored Check (Not More Than $250), Fine $50, Total Fees $230 (including $90 in restitution).
Shooting in rural Chatfield January 31, 2019 — According to Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge, a 911 call was received at 7:23 p.m. on January 31, 2019, requesting medical assistance for an unresponsive male at 32573 Ninebark Road in rural Chatfield. Upon arrival, an officer dis-
covered that there had been a shooting, and an adult male was deceased. The Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota BCA are investigating the shooting. There is no danger to the public, more information will be released as it becomes available.
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: What is the State Patrol’s perspective on raising the speed limit on certain two lane roads from 55 mph to 60 mph? As a law enforcement agency, you’re concerned about speeders, so is this a potential safety issue? Sgt. Troy H. A n s w e r : Christianson As troopers, we patrol the roads 24 hours a day, and it’s troubling how some drivers seem pretty nonchalant about how fast they’re driving. People may feel confident about their driving skills, and especially when the skies are clear,
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. roads are dry and you’re cruising on the open road, it’s tempting to drive too fast. Tragically, we see the carnage, heartache and statistics from those bad choices. Speeding in Minnesota and across the country is one of the top behaviors claiming the lives of too many people. In 2017, 25% of fatalities in the state were related to speed. Thankfully, we know that establishing speed limits and enforcing the law help to save lives. Here’s what Col. Matt Langer, Chief of the Minnesota State Patrol, has to say about the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s decision to increase speed limits on certain roads statewide — “The Minnesota State Patrol relies on the expertise of the Minnesota Department of Transportation to set speed limits based on road design and other factors. Law
enforcement will hold drivers accountable when they exceed those limits. Drivers who disregard posted speed limits, don’t drive according to existing conditions or drive aggressively are making the selfish choice that their time is more precious than the lives of others on the road. The reality is their time and life could forever end if they get into a crash.” You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us.
MnDOT completes five-year study on speed limits The Minnesota Department of Transportation is increasing speeds on 5,240 miles of state highways based on the recommendations of a five-year study released this week. The speeds will increase from 55 to 60 miles per hour. Of the 7,000 miles studied, speed limits ultimately will be increased on 77% of rural, two-lane state highways, according to the final report. New speed limits go into effect once new speed limit signs are posted. Most of the signs posting the new speed limits are in place, with the rest expected to be up by spring 2019. The Minnesota Legislature in 2014 mandated that MnDOT study all Minnesota two-lane roadways with a speed of 55 miles per hour. It is the most comprehensive study the agency has made in terms of miles studied and level of detail, according to Nathan Drews, engineering specialist in the Office of Traffic Engineering. The study is also the largest system-wide change in Minnesota speed limits since the national maximum speed limit of 55 mph was included in President Nixon’s Emergency Highway Conservation Act bill in 1974. The Minnesota Commissioner of Highways later
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that year established an executive order about speed limits. The $1.2 million study included collecting travel speed samples on each section of roadway and evaluating roadway geometrics and hazards to determine if a speed limit could be changed without affecting motorist safety. The recommendation for a speed increase along each of these roadways considered the speed that 85% of motorists drive at or below along with an evaluation of other factors, such as access points, shoulder width, vertical grades and crash history. MnDOT has conducted before and after studies on many roadways that recently increased to 60 mph. There was no change in the overall 85th percentile speed from before the speed limit change to after. The mean speed, which is the average speed of all drivers, increased by one mile per hour and the standard deviation, which is the measure of how spread out the drivers’ speeds were, reduced slightly. “This means that after speed limits increased, travel
speeds at the locations sampled were slightly more consistent between each vehicle,” said Drews. “In other words, more drivers traveled at a similar speed after speed limits increased. This is a desirable outcome, but this change is very slight and may not affect the frequency or severity of crashes.” This most recent study echoes results from the previous studies. From 2006 to 2013, MnDOT increased speeds to 60 mph on 1,550 miles of two-lane rural highways. Studies conducted to determine the impact of raising speed limits on those roadways found that the overall 85th percentile speed before and after the changes were the same, the average speed increased slightly and the variation of the speeds decreased. Drews said a properly selected speed limit can potentially increase the safety of the roadway by creating uniform travel speeds for all vehicles. MnDOT plans to study the effect of the changes over the next several years to ensure these roadways continue to operate safely.
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Farmers encouraged to consider resources in times of financial distress ST. PAUL, MN, December 19, 2018 — For many Minnesota farmers, 2018 was a tough year financially. But free, confidential help is available for those who are struggling. For farmers like Liz and Bob Krocak of Montgomery, programs such as the farm financial counseling service offered through University of Minnesota Extension have been much-needed. The Krocaks decided to share their story publicly to encourage other farmers to ask for help. “We felt pretty alone out there, without an advocate, without anyone on our side,” Liz Krocak said. “This is our livelihood, our legacy. We’ve worked our whole lives and find ourselves in a position we never expected.” After four-plus years of low milk prices, the Krocaks — who farm with their son and daughterin-law — had to sell their 150head dairy herd in May. Their efforts are focused on keeping the farm that has been in their family for 130 years. They are in their
first year as a certified organic farm, growing organic corn, alfalfa, oats and cover crops. They began the transition to organic four years ago, seeking the environmental benefits as well as the potential for higher crop prices. Last week, the Krocaks were recognized as LeSueur County Outstanding Conservationists by the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts. A variety of free programs for financially distressed farmers are available through Extension and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Services such as farmer-lender mediation, mental health hotlines and teams, and farm financial counseling are strictly confidential. They worked with an Extension farm financial counselor, who Liz described as “wise and compassionate.” The Krocaks also turned to the Department of Agriculture for services offered by mental health counselor Ted Matthews and went through Farmer-Lender
Mediation, a program created by the Legislature that is operated through Extension. “We don’t know how this is all going to shake out for us, but we hope there’s a farm left when we’re done,” Liz Krocak said. “Make that call. Get some advice.” For many farmers, asking for help is incredibly difficult, said Extension Dean Bev Durgan, “but we also know that sometimes the help available in programs through Extension and MDA can make a difference for farmers, both in their operations and their well-being.” “We recognize that farmers are under all kinds of pressure right now,” said Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson. “That’s why we want to make sure farmers — and farm family members — know where they can get help when they need it.” Available resources Helpline,
(833)
ext.1. Free, confidential, 24 hours and seven days a week. Calls are answered by trained staff and volunteers in Minnesota. Call if you or someone you know is struggling with stress, anxiety, depression or suicidal thoughts. Sometimes it’s easier to talk to somebody you don’t know. has been supported by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture since 1984. There is no charge or fee. Farm Advocates share their expertise and help farmers understand lender policies, bankruptcy laws, mediation, tax laws, USDA’s Farm Service Agency’s loan programs, Farm Credit Services and all other government programs affecting agriculture. Farm Advocates have a network of attorneys, accountants, human service professionals, educators and other sources of information and services.
and referrals for mental health counseling, financial counseling, 600-2570, mediation, and many others at
www.minnesotafarmstress.com.
fidential one-to-one counseling for farmers experiencing financial stress. To set up a confidential appointment with an experienced Extension farm financial analyst, call the Farm Information Line at 1 (800) 232-9077. website has many tools for managing a farm business, including negotiating rent, farm transition planning, crop budget tools and machinery cost estimates. (FLM) is an Extension program that provides trained, neutral mediators work to find solutions to financial issues between farmers and their lenders. The mediation is confidential. More details on FLM are available by calling (218) 935-5785. an Extension program that seeks to connect women to relevant, research-based education and each other.
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation seeks AmeriCorps VISTA partner sites Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), in partnership with the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), is seeking proposals from organizations within SMIF’s 20-county region interested in hosting full-time AmeriCorps VISTA members. The AmeriCorps VISTA program supports SMIF’s goal of creating economic vitality through entrepreneur development. Members are engaged with nonprofit organizations to build the capacity of programs and services targeted
toward diverse populations who are experiencing economic hardship. The focus of VISTA members is to enable organizations to grow minority entrepreneurship through increasing financial literacy, and leveraging the assets of time, talent and resources to build systems to move individuals out of poverty. VISTA members do not engage in direct service activities. Their activities are designed to create a lasting impact on an organization’s ability to serve low-income communities through capacity-building. Additionally, VISTA members cannot be engaged
in activities that could be considered replacement for a paid staff. Organizations interested in building processes and systems to move individuals to jobs or build prosperous businesses should apply for this one-year opportunity. VISTAs serve in 501(c) nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, tribal, state and local government agencies to build organizational capacity for conducting anti-poverty work. Organizations that focus solely on advocacy and lobbying are not eligible.
Decoding the Driftless to be shown in Rushford The “Decoding the Driftless” film will be shown on the big Schools’ Auditorium on February 9 at 4 p.m., beginning with an introduction from one of the film producers, George Howe. Go on a wild ride of adventure above, on, and below through this film of exploration, released fall 2018. Local Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Howe and Tim Jacobson of Sustainable Driftless teamed up again with national TV series Science to produce a featurelength film about the amazing origins and diverse natural and archaeological resources of the
the creative team added Swedish filmmaker Jonas Stenstrom of Untamed Science, six-time Emmy-winning wildlife cinYouTube sensation Mike a/k/a “PleaseStandBy” with his 1.8 million subscribers. The team delivers extremely rare footage of natural phenomena and scenic beauty in the Driftless in a way never seen before! Soar over ancient, rugged bluffs, skim the surface of primordial rivers, venture deep underground to secret worlds, marvel at sacred archeological treasures, hang perilously over massive rock cliffs, and travel across time itself to explore and decipher ancient
clues of the unglaciated Drift-
The deadline for community partner site applications is February 22, 2019, at 4 p.m. Site selections will be made by March 1, 2019, with the term of member service running from August 2019 through August 2020. This is a competitive application process, and SMIF will support up to three sites in the 20-county region. For guidelines and application, visit www.smifoundation.org/ vista or contact Barbara Gunderson, AmeriCorps Director, at barbarag@smifoundation.org or (507) 456-0353 for more information.
About Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donorsupported foundation, invests for economic growth in the 20 counties of south central and southeastern Minnesota. The Foundation has provided more than $111 million in grants, loans and programming within the region during the past 32 years. SMIF’s key interests include early childhood, community and economic development. To learn more about our work and mission, visit www.smifoundation.org.
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captivating scenic beauty. Producers Tim Jacobson and George Howe put much of their professional lives on hold to focus major parts of their time on the project over several years. “Working to create this film has been a labor of love for me,” said Howe. “It’s a way I can give back to this amazing region that has fascinated and inspired me for decades. I feel very blessed to have grown up in the Driftless
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Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation awards $120,490 in Early Childhood Grants Seven organizations receive grants Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) recently approved seven grants totaling $120,490 to support asset-based collaborative approaches to meeting the needs of children birth to age five and their families. 2019 Early Childhood Grant award recipients: lic Schools to create Early Learning Centers at the Jefferson Elementary and Faribault Middle School Community ming will be offered. gram to provide education and mentorship to single mothers in southeastern Minnesota living in poverty with young
children. This program will increase parenting skills and knowledge required to build their child’s social and emotional skills. torville Schools to provide litGrade 3 alignment and engaging reading materials, so that all students are reading well by third grade. a multi-disciplinary approach to help prepare children for kindergarten. Activities will include mentoring child care providers, organizing community presentations for parents, providers and school staff, and a summer program for those
entering kindergarten need extra support.
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children most in need. Bilintors” will help at-risk families with young children overcome obstacles that prevent kindergarten readiness. high-quality literacy curricu- Grade 1 alignment.
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Center, Lonsdale and Montgomery) to provide trainings to local child care providers, parents and caregivers in a cur-
Sesquicentennial farm applications due March 1 Minnesota Farm Bureau’s Sesquicentennial Farm program will honor Minnesota families who have owned their farms for at least 150 years. Since the Sesquicentennial Farm program began in 2008, over 225 farms have been recognized. The Sesquicentennial Farm program recognizes family farms according to the following qualifications: 1) The farm must be at least 150 years old this year (2019) according to the abstract of title, land patent, original deed, county land records, court file in registration proceedings or other authentic land records. copies of records. 2) Your family must have owned the farm for 150 years or more. “Family” is defined as parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, first cousins and
direct in-laws (father, mother, brother, sister, daughter, son-inlaw). 3) Continuous residence on farm is not required, but ownership must be continuous. 4) The farm should consist of 50 or more acres and currently be involved in agricultural production. A commemorative certificate signed by Minnesota Farm ment of Agriculture Commisto qualifying families, along with an outdoor sign signifying Sesquicentennial Farm recognition. Applications are available by writing Sesquicentennial Farms, Minnesota Farm Bureau Fed-
available online at fbmn.org/ farm-recognition ously recognized families should not reapply. Century Farms are not automatically recognized as Sesquicentennial Farms. Families must apply to receive Sesquicentennial Farm recognition. County Farm
riculum that teaches young children social and emotional skills. The curriculum is currently being used in the school district, and this will expand the training to the community to set children up for success. “We are proud to support these organizations that are doing the important work of preparing young children for school and educating parents and teachers in the region,” said Rae Jean Hansen, Vice at SMIF. “SMIF’s Early Childhood Grants support the Foundation’s focus area of investing in the children and families of our 20-county region in southern Minnesota.” For more information on Bureaus are encouraged to work with county agriculture societies and county fair boards on local recognition of recipients. Recipients will be announced at the beginning of June. ognized Sesquicentennial Farms in Minnesota, visit fbmn.org/ pages/farm-recognition. Minnesota Farm Bureau – Farm78 local Farm Bureau associations across Minnesota. Members make
SMIF’s grant programs, contact Jennifer Heien, Grants Coordinator, at (507) 214-7040 or jenniferh@smifoundation.org. About Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donorsupported foundation, invests for economic growth in the 20 counties of south central and southeastern Minnesota. The Foundation has provided more than $111 million in grants, loans and programming within the region during the past 32 years. SMIF’s key interests include early childhood, community and economic development. To learn more about our work and mission, visit www.smifoundation. org. their views known to political leaders, state government officials, special interest groups and the general public. Programs for young farmers and ranchers develop leadership skills and improve farm management. Promotion and Education Committee members work with programs such as Ag in the Classroom and safety education for children. Join Farm Bureau today and support efforts to serve as an advocate for rural Minnesota, www. fbmn.org.
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80-acre paradise • Walking Trails • Creek (Crestwood Country Cabin) • Ideal • Wildlife • A lot of tree value • Large 4 for horse set up • Wood ceilings bedroom country home • 4 baths • Wood and walls • 3 Bedrooms • Main floor laundry • Open living and dining area floors • Formal dining room Formal • Steel roof • New windows • RV hook- living room • Family room w/fireplace • Large office • Covered porch • Main floor ups • Loft area • Insulated 2+garage master with bath • Steel siding • Lower • Covered porch • Shed with country level rough-in for 2 additional bedrooms kitchen • Deck fire pit 14x30 storage • Outbuildings • Ideal for retreat, country shed • Great views • Close to town • B&B, weekend getaway or family Can be used as a rental property or residence • Unlimited possibilities personal home
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Adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bath, awesome deck, large yard, 2 car/shop.• $109,900
HOME/BUSINESS OPTION 3 bd. home with charm • $59,900 Extra lot available Hwy. 52 frontage.
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Simplify your life. Several units available. Starting at $49,900. Preston, near Trail Head.
retail building. With kitchenette, 2 bathrooms, several offices, retail, and storage. • $49,900
Harmony: 3005 sq. ft. 2 story historic
building main street location. Main floor open for common business. Updated apartment. Rental income. Attached garage • $75,000
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STOP BY at: 25 West Center St in Harmony
Easy to enjoy ranch. Master Suite. 3 bd 2 bath. Country views • $215,000
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Each office Independently Owned & Operated.
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REAL ESTATE 28 ACRES OF HUNTING LAND in Section 12 of Holt Twp. Or 3 miles north of Highland. Borders 516 acres of DNR land. Priced to sell at $2990/a. Call Ken at 651-324-1555. re19tfn-o STORE FOR SALE, with apartment upstairs. Good Investment. on Main St. in Chatfield. Call 507-9517770 for info, best late morning. re14,21,28,4-x
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4 BED, 4 BATH • 2,718 SQ. FT.
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Excellent investment opportunity! 8 unit apartment building w/2 efficiency apts and 6 - 2 bedroom units. This property is in “turn key” condition with many updates. 6 units have two exit doors, Unit #6 has 3 levels, extra storage units or closets available to renters and separate laundry room with 2 coin operated washers, coin operated dryer, clothes line and folding tables. Off street parking available. Beautiful patio area with tables, chairs and charcoal grill for tenants’ use. All units currently rented except landlord efficiency apartment which landlords keep for themselves.
The Cracked Egg is a well established restaurant for sale in scenic Lanesboro! Great Location off of US Hwy 16 and Parkway.
Gorgeous Lot for sale with the enjoyment of common woods, trails and access to the Root River for outdoor enjoyment. It’s time to build on this 2.61 acre lot!
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opEn houSE saturday, February 9th 11:15 - 12:45 117 E Grant St. SprinG vallEy, Mn
$69,900
500 Riverview Dr. Whalan, MN $84,900 MLS#4086390
2.50 ACRES
Gorgeous Lot for sale with the enjoyment of common woods, trails and access to the Root River for outdoor enjoyment. It’s time to build on this 2.50 acre lot!
21257 US Hwy 52 Preston, MN MLS#4087466
Multi-purpose building w/beautiful panoramic views of Camp Creek Valley for each office. 5 large office spaces available to rent. Each office space for rent is $400/Mo. All utilities are paid by owner. Lease agreements are 1yr-5yr lease agreements. Kitchen area incl. stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator. New updated women & men restrooms. 35-car parking lot.
happy valentine’s day $189,900
124 n BroadWay
SprinG vallEy, Mn
Great opportunity to own commercial property in downtown Spring Valley. Was a former Law Office and has 3 offices, conference room, reception area and bath on main floor. Updated and remodeled with newer sheet rock, flooring and updated paint colors. Storage room in upper level. Could be used for multiple business types. Plenty of parking spaces and exposure.
82 ACRES ON THE ROOT RIVER
State of Minnesota
MLS#4086386
2.61 ACRES
(507) 346-2060 Cell: (507) 951-2071
Affordable 3 bedroom 2 bath home with main floor laundry and main floor bedroom. The exterior has vinyl siding, newer metal roof, newer gutters, some newer windows, added front foyer and back porch steps leading to fenced back yard. Move-in condition!
AMAZING ACREAGE 1 MILE TO TOWN
1 BED, 2 BATHS • 3,472 SQ. FT.
Licensed in the
406 Saint James Dr. Lanesboro, MN $84,900
701 Parkway Ave Lanesboro, MN $185,000 MLS#4085076
Wonderful family 3 bedroom home with den includes main level hardwood floors in living/dining room & bedroom, new appliances and is located in beautiful Lanesboro by the School. This home is very well kept and beautifully decorated making it feel warm and inviting. Permanent siding, newer windows, central air, and enjoy the semi-private back yard with firepit. Large 3 Car (26x30) detached garage that is fully finished.
Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI
715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com
Price Reduced
508 Kenilworth Avenue S Lanesboro, MN $163,000
100 Hidden Valley Lanesboro, MN $549,000
MLS#4088546
Nestled in a deep valley of the Root River, you’ll find Historic Lanesboro - Minnesota’s hidden town and this Beautiful Historic Downtown Lanesboro Building for Lease!
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307 W. Courtland SprinG vallEy, Mn
Totally renovated & remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home. All the walls have new sheet rock and will be mudded, taped and painted in neutral color. New plumbing & electrical with new furnace and water heater. Mud room is also home to main floor laundry – all new. ¾ bath on main floor with shower – all new. New laminate flooring throughout main floor. Stairs and upper level will have all new carpet. Upstairs full bath is all new. Both baths will have linoleum installed, new toilets, sinks etc. Formal dining room has arched doorway to living room area. Kitchen will have new countertops and cabinets re-installed. New appliances will be installed or $4,000 appliance allowance, whichever new buyer would like. New shingles on front of the house and new wood front steps. This house will be totally new. Come look early and pick out your own paint and flooring colors!
CUSTOM HOME WITH QUALITY FINISHES!
opEn houSE saturday, February 9th 9:30 - 11:00 $138,000 416 CEntEr avE SprinG vallEy, Mn Beautifully updated 4 bedroom 2 bath home with insulated and heated 3 car garage, with door heights of 8' & 10'. The home has a new kitchen including appliances, counter tops and cabinets. Laminate floors, neutral carpet, main floor laundry and mud room, enclosed front porch, permanent siding & shingles approx. 7 yrs old. Great location on corner lot in established neighborhood. This property is in excellent move-in condition!
INCREDIBLE HILLTOP SETTING WITH GORGEOUS VIEWS
127 ACRES
6.62 ACRES $409,900 $599,999 10735 COUNTY ROAD 136 SE, CHATFIELD #5033583 12716 COUNTY RD 138 SE, CHATFIELD #5033736
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 baths • 3 Car garage • Steel siding • Remodeled Kitchen • Custom cabinets, Backsplash • Granite tops • Hardwood floors • Wrap around porch • 2013 Pole shed (48’x80’) • Barn w/metal exterior • 2.5 acres pasture with shed/corral • New roof & septic
• 3 Plus bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • Built 1990 • 2,143 sq. ft. on one floor • No steps • Handicap Accessible • 26’ x 27’ Workshop • 54’ x 54’ Barn/Shed with box/tie stalls • 36 tillable acres • Excellent hunting with +/- 20 wooded acres • Awesome horse setup • +/- 1620 ft North Branch Root River 1925 CHARMER
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY!
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• Totally renovated building • Commercial kitchen • Pizza ovens • 3 Baths • 2 Dining areas • Finished LL • Operating as Bank Gift Haus & Margaret’s Tea Room • Professional rental office with separate access
• 6 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 3 Car garage • 4,680 sq. ft. • In-floor heat on both levels • Custom woodwork • 3’ doors • Hardwood & ceramic tile floors • Walkout • Additional living quarters in lower level • Open layout • View • Sunroom • 40 tillable acres • Pole Shed
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Custom Walkout Ranch • 2004 • Both floors have in-floor heat • Handicap accessible • Ceramic tile throughout • Granite tops • Fireplace • Barn/Machine shed (40’x96’) 3 Box stalls • 5 double tie stalls • 60 acres tillable • 55 acres pasture • 8 acres woods, Balance yard
BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED 1878 QUEEN ANNE
$139,900
$124,900 100 GOLD ST N, WYKOFF
80 ACRES $899,900 REDUCED 200K $999,998 12738 MILL CREEK RD SE, CHATFIELD #5034287 12089 SPRING ROAD SE, CHATFIELD #5034315
309 FREEMAN ST NW, PRESTON
$209,900
#5034099
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Garage • 0.52 acres • Main floor living • Hardwood floors • Vinyl siding • Replacement windows • Porch • Addition in 1996 • Second floor gutted to the studs • Move-in condition
LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE PRESTON- FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP – 5 acre wooded building sites located just off the blacktop on County Road 117. Good access and excellent hunting. #5032718 $59,900 FOUNTAIN – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 8.5 acre building site with a couple acres of tillable located off the county road high on the hill overlooking the valley. #5032126 $85,000 LANESBORO – 20 acre building site (5 tillable, balance woods) adjacent to state land. Blacktop road, great views, good access, new driveway, trails and tons of wildlife. #5032444 $149,900
232 MAIN ST SW, PRESTON
#5034246
• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2 Car garage (990 sq. ft.) • Original woodwork • Hardwood floors • 9’ Ceilings • Stained glass windows • Double staircase • Updated wiring • Remodeled kitchen & all baths • Master Suite • 4344 sq. ft. • New windows • Conveniently located close to downtown & bike trail
FARM LAND CHATFIELD – JORDAN TOWNSHIP! 154 Acres of bare land, (100 acres tillable, 40 acres pasture with spring, 14 acres woods/non-tillable). Possible building site. $885,000 $840,000 $750,000 WYKOFF – Farm in Jordan Township – 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $399,900
LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 12 acres of woods with approximately 400’ of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #5032070 $49,900 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! $79,900 ST. CHARLES - Walkout lot (0.21 acres) with city utilities in established neighborhood. No Covenants. #5032909 $24,900
For more information on these listings and others visit .…
www.timdanielson.com
TIM DANIELSON
homes@timdanielson.com
www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 507- 867-9100 Cell: 507- 259-9110
ELCOR Realty Co. sold
SOLD 311 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD S•O2 BathsLD• 0.33 Acre • Private • 4 Bedrooms PRESTON- FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP – LDsites SObuilding 5 acre wooded
626 TWIFORD ST. SW, CHATFIELD
• 3 Bedrooms • Original wood work • 2,398 sq. ft.
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Monday, February 4, 2019
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NORBY TREE SERVICE: Stump grinding, tree trimming, and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. s8/2TFN- o
HAY FOR SALE: baleage 4x5 round bales $75 call 507-951-3751. F21,4-o
ERIC LINSMEIER TRUCKING LLC based in Redwood Falls, MN is hiring company drivers and owner/operators to pull hopper bottom in the upper Midwest. Call 507/829-9043 (MCAN)
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Accounting Technician in the Auditor/Treasurer Department. This is a regular, nonexempt position, eligible for benefits. Minimum Qualifications: Requires minimum of Associate’s degree (A.A.) in accounting or equivalent from twoyear College or Technical School or equivalent combination education and experience. Desirable qualifications include: knowledge of cost and financial accounting; computer technology including experience in operation of IBM AS400 iSeries computer systems and personal computers; data processing methods; general office procedures; and applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations as they pertain to department responsibilities. Experience with payroll processing preferred but not required. Rate of Pay: $17.8123/ hour according to the non-union pay scale (Grade 5/Step1) with final salary dependent on qualifications. Job description and application materials may be obtained from: www. co.fillmore.mn.us; Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, 101 Fillmore Street West, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 7654566. Current County application form REQUIRED. Resumes accepted but not in lieu of a completed application. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Application Deadline: Friday, February 15, 2019. EOE h28,4,11-o
WE ARE GROWING! The Jeff Ellingson Agency is seeking career minded individuals that understand the unlimited earning potential and an opportunity to own their own business in the insurance field. This sales and service position includes salary plus new and renewal commissions. This is a unique career opportunity for professionals in the Preston area. If interested please email your resume and cover letter to Jeff Ellingson at jellings@amfam. com. h20tfn-o
BESSE MINI STORAGE Units available. Preston, MN. 507765-2471. s30TFN-o GULLICKSON REPAIR - Car and truck repair and DOT inspections! Over 30 years experience in mechanical work! Call Richard Gullickson at 507-7653664. s10TFN-o
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Root River Hardwoods is currently hiring for a full-time Lumber Store position. Wood working experience helpful, benefit package available, retirement plan.
To apply stop in at Root River Hardwoods Inc. 1300 Energy Drive, Preston Just off Hwy 52 N, or call
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Semcac’s Senior Nutrition Program in Rushford is currently accepting applications for a
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FARM LAND FOR SALE BY SEALED BID AUCTION Approximately 470 acres m/l of farm real estate located in Amherst Township, Fillmore County, Minnesota, along with grain storage and drying facilities near Lanesboro, Minnesota will be sold on bids.
The properties and parcels are comprised of the following: • Parcel “A”, PID# 10.0153.010: Section 20, Township 102 North, Range 9 West. 27.02 acres m/l, with 14 acres m/l tillable. Productivity Index 71.1. Older home with 120 x 50 pole shed. • Parcel “B”, PID#s 10.0089.000 and 10.0080.000: Sections 11 and 12, Township 102 North, Range 9 West. 86.20 acres m/l, with 78.96 acres m/l tillable. Productivity Index of 87.6. • Parcel “C”, PID# 10.0140.010, 10.0146.000, 10.0153.000, 10.0129.000, 10.0124.000: Sections 17, 19 and 20, Township 102 North, Range 9 West. 282.98 acres m/l, with 201.37 acres m/l tillable. Productivity Index 87.1. • Parcel “D”, PID# 10.0154.010: Section 20, Township 102 North, Range 9 West. 74.32 acres m/l, with 62.04 acres m/l tillable. Productivity Index of 86.7. • Parcel “E”, PID# 18.0174.020: Section 24, Township 103 North, Range 10 West. 4.32 acre m/l grain storage and drying facilities along with scale and scale house. Located on State Highway 16, ½ mile from Lanesboro, Minnesota. A packet of information concerning the property can be obtained by contacting Michael A. Murphy, Murphy Law Office, 110 E. Main Street, Caledonia, MN, or (507) 725-3361 or by email ginarhm@acegroup.cc. The property is offered for sale as separate parcels or as a whole as identified in the packet. Sealed bids will be received at Murphy Law Office, 110 East Main, Caledonia, MN 55921 until Wednesday, February 13, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. Bid forms are included in the packet. Bids shall be made in writing, enclosed in a sealed envelope and plainly marked “Fillmore County Property Sale” on the exterior. The bid shall contain the name, address, phone number, email address, parcel number and bid amount. Each original bid shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check payable to Murphy Law Office Trust Account for 5% of the bid as 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 FOUR (4) BIDDERS. If Seller exercises their right to conduct a bid-off, the bid-off shall occur on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at Murphy Law Office. Seller reserves the right to conduct the bid-off according to Seller’s discretion, including the right to conduct a confidential bid-off in person or by telephone. The successful bidders will be required to enter into a Standard Minnesota Purchase Agreement. The Purchaser will pay the real estate taxes due and payable in 2019. The premises are being sold “AS IS.” If you have any questions regarding the property, please contact Mitch Luttchens at (507) 495-3321. If you should have any questions regarding the bid procedure, please contact Michael A. Murphy, Murphy Law Office, 110 East Main Street, Caledonia, MN 55921 (507) 725-3361 or via email ginarhm@acegroup.cc.
LOWER LEVEL SOFTBALL and LOWER LEVEL VOLLEYBALL COACHES needed at Fillmore Central Schools. Please submit letter of application to: Chris Mensink, A.D., Fillmore Central Schools, P.O. Box 50, Preston, MN 55965 or chris.mensink@isd2198.k12. mn.us. Position open until filled. Fillmore Central ISD #2198 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. h28,4-o RAW (COOPERSTOWN, ND) Full-time traveling Commercial Applicators for railroad vegetation control, 60-80 hours/week, competitive wage and benefits, plus meal allowance, paid lodging. 888/700-0292 www.rawapplicators.com info@rawapplicators.com (MCAN) The Fillmore County Journal is looking for a
FREELANCE WRITER to cover
Canton City Council Starting pay of $60 per story, with future increases possible.
Please send a letter of interest and writing sample to Editor, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or email: ellen@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call for more information, 507-765-2151
To work with seniors and caregivers in Fillmore and Houston Counties. Flexible hours. Some travel required. Vacation, Sick, and Holiday benefits. For more information and application, visit www.semcac.org or contact Semcac Senior Nutrition, PO Box 549, Rushford, MN 55971, (507) 864-8231. Applications must be postmarked by February 15, 2019. EOE
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center is hiring for Part-Time or Full-Time
Experienced cook Salary commensurate with experience. Full-time benefits. For more details, go to: www.eagle-bluff.org/top/about-us/employment or contact Susie Bradley at 507-467-2437 or housekeeping@eagle-bluff.org 28097 Goodview Drive • Lanesboro, MN 55949
NURSING ASSISTANTS FT/PT and On-Call
Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for enthusiastic, dependable and caring CNA’s to join our team. Chosen Valley Care Center enjoys a solid reputation of cares and services, in a supportive working environment, by a dedicated facility team. We are looking for nursing assistants who are compassionate and who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents. We are willing to train the right applicant. This position opening includes: • Premium Wages • Medical/Dental Insurance - if eligible • 401K Matching Retirement Plan - if eligible • PTO - if eligible • Flexible Scheduling on all shifts Applications/resumes will be accepted until the positions are filled and can be mailed to: Director of Nursing, Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or emailed to: nm@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com. Applicants receive considerations for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community
NEED EXTRA CASH? We can help you with that… All American Co-op is looking for hard workers that want to make some extra income this spring. We have several Seasonal positions available at our agronomy locations in Stewartville and Elgin. We are looking for Truck Drivers, Skid Loader/ Forklift Operators, Loading Dock, Customer Service, and Yard Workers. Starting wage is based on experience and licensing, typically well above minimum wage, with opportunities for OT pay. Flexible scheduling is possible. These positions are perfect for retired farmers, construction workers, or other individuals that have experience operating large equipment such as skid loaders and construction equipment, tractors and other farm equipment, large trucks, or delivery vehicles. Also a great opportunity for those who work rotating schedules such as fireman, police officers, or security guards who are looking to fill their days off in the spring. Eligible individuals must have a valid driver’s license, preference towards a CDL, or those that have special endorsements such as tanker, hazardous materials, or air brakes.
Email applications to: Scott Schwanke, Elgin (507) 534-3147 schwanke@allamericancoop.com Pete Doherty, Stewartville (507) 533-4222 pdoherty@allamericancoop.com Or apply online at: allamericancoop.com/employment-application Our Mission: We area local independent Co-op that is committed to serving our ag communities. We accomplish this by providing value added solutions through our people, service, knowledge, technology and products.
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION COURT FILE NO.: 23-PR-19-54 IN RE: ESTATE OF TODD A. KUJATH, DECEDENT. NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Sara Kujath, whose address is 26356 295th Ave., Preston, Minnesota 55965, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters of general administration, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: January 18, 2019 James D. Attwood Registrar Timothy A. Murphy (MN# 76594) Murphy Law Office, PLLP 110 E. Main St. PO Box 149 Caledonia Minnesota 55921 Telephone: (507) 725-3361 Facsimile: (507) 725-5627 ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Publish 28,4
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF FOUNTAIN Notice is hereby given that Peter and Melinda Swartzentruber, 100 Spruce Street, Fountain, MN have made application to the City of Fountain for a conditional use permit to construct a storage shed, 60’ by 88’, with office space and a bathroom. The Fountain Planning & Zoning Commission will meet at 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at the Fountain City Office, 104 Main Street, Fountain, MN. The property is described as follows: Property ID #: R 24.0136.000 86 Main Street, Fountain, MN 55935 You are herein notified that a hearing will be held by the Fountain Planning Commission on Tuesday, February 19th, 2019, at 7:00 P.M. in the Fountain City Office, located in the Fire Hall, 104 Main Street, Fountain, MN to consider objections to said request. This publication shall constitute as notice to each resident and each owner of real property within three hundred fifty (350) feet of the outer boundaries of the property in question. Any person wishing to express an opinion of the matters to be considered at the public hearing can be heard orally in person on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 or in writing by mailing comments to Ronda Flattum, City of Fountain, P.O. Box 115, Fountain, MN 55935. Publish 4,11
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WANTED: CARS, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn-o
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NO.: 23-PR-19-68 IN RE: ESTATE OF ISABEL D. PAOLINI, ALSO KNOWN AS ISABEL PAOLINI, ISABEL FLAVIA PAOLINI, ISABEL F. PAOLINI, DECEDENT. NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Armand Roderick Paolini, whose address is 11410 Orchard Green Ct, Reason, VA 20190, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters of general administration, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: January 25, 2019 James D. Attwood Court Administrator Nethercut Schieber, PA Greg Schieber (MN# 395855) 32 Main Ave N, Harmony, MN 55939 Telephone: (507) 886-6131 Facsimile: (866) 576-3826 e-mail: greg@ranlaw.net Publish 4,11
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NO.: 23-PR-19-63 IN RE: ESTATE OF PHYLLIS MARIE FULWIDER, DECEDENT. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated May 20, 2014. The Registrar accepted the application and informally appointed Karen Schmidt, whose address is 19499 Killdeer Rd, Preston, Minnesota, to serve as the personal representative of the Decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the Decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: January 23, 2019 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar Eric S. Corson Atty. #0350357 CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW PO Box 65 Preston, MN 55965 PHONE: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 info@corsonlaw.com Publish 28,4 CHANGE OF MEETING NOTICE AMHERST TOWNSHIP The Amherst Township February monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2019, at 8:00 p.m. instead of Monday, February 11, 2019. Publish 4,11
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NOTICE CITY OF WYKOFF
The City of Wykoff has two vacancies on the Zoning Board. Interested persons should send an email or submit in writing their interest to the City Clerk’s Office by February 7, 2019. This is a three-year commitment and you are compensated for the meetings you attend. The email address is Wykoff@arvig.net. For inquiries, call City Hall at 507-352-4011.
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BUMBLEBEE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8.................. 7:30PM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9.... 4PM & 7:30PM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10.... 4PM & 7:30PM B RING YOUR OWN B UCKET FOR POPCORN EVERYDAY & SAVE! 507-886-7469
AUCTION CALENDAR Sun., Feb. 10 at 1pm - Simmental and Sim Angus Genetics Sale. For more information, visit oakmfarm.com or call Oak Meadow Farms, (701) 866-3544. Listing in the Journal
FOR RENT OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, include standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507251-5297. r30tfn-x APARTMENT IN RUSHFORD. Large 2 bed w/ full basement. Washer, dryer on main floor, credit check required. No smoking, no pets. Contact Scott 507-8647766 r7TFN-o FOR RENT: 123.5 acres tillable cropland, Amherst township, Section 16-1029, County 21, 7 miles north of Canton. Best offer received by March 1. Gary Wangen 507-450-8743. r4,11,18-o 207 ST. ANTHONY AVE. S PRESTON. 2 BEDROOM. Central air, stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer hookups, offstreet parking. Handicap accessible. No smoking or pets. 1 year lease & damage deposit. 507-467-2941. r21TFN-o
Mon., Feb. 11 at 12pm - Hay and straw auction. For more information, contact Gehling Auction, 507-765-2131. Listing in the Journal
FOR RENT HOUSE IN FOUNTAIN, 4 bed home with 3 baths and 3 car heated garage References Required. Available immediately Call 507-259-6961. r10TFN-o 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT FOR RENT with garage in Fountain. Call 507-259-6961. r31TFN-o
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Making Our Home, Your Home We currently have openings in both our buildings Chosen Valley Assisted Living & Independent Living Apartments 1260 Winona St. • Chatfield, MN • 507-867-3416 don@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com Assisted Living Apartments *Spacious Private Apartments with individual climate control *Private bath with walk-in showers & grab bars *Elegant Dining Room *24/7 personal care staff on duty Independent Living Apartments *Spacious One or Two Bedroom Apartments *Priority Admission to Assisted Living & Skilled Nursing Facility *Emergency Call Cord System *Reserved Parking Spaces *Full Kitchen & Bathroom
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Kingsland • Spring Valley - Wykoff
February 2019
Knights News Kingsland Spelling Bee Eighteen students in grades 5 - 8 participated.
Congratulations to Fox A. who place 7th at the January 10 Math Wizards meet.
January 16
Open Gym Come enjoy some Basketball! All other activities must be approved by supervisor on duty. **Children 4th grade and under must be accompanied by an adult**
Where: Kingsland High School Gymnasium & Cafe
First place - Lily F. Second place - Nolan K. Third place - Abby B.
Lily and Nolan will represent Kingsland at the Regional Spelling Bee in Rochester on February 11. Congratulations!
When: Sundays , through March 31st
4:00-6:30pm (No Open Gym on January 13th, February 3rd & 17th)
Cost: $2 per person each week
ADULT VOLLEYBALL 16+
This is a time for you and your friends to get together with other players ages 16 and older for a Sunday night of great exercise! Come to the High School Gym in Spring Valley to enjoy the game of Volleyball! Supervisor: Karen Reisner Time: Sundays 6:30pm-9pm Now through April 28 Cost: $2 per time or $30 for all 30 sessions
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For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.kingsland.k12.mn.us/ Spring Valley Chevrolet Buick and collision center
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