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Veteran brought to final home in Fillmore County

By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

As the newly completed State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minn., has begun welcoming veterans to their final resting place, local residents may come to think of the burials as commonplace.

But let us never forget that these ceremonies are bringing brave souls home to Fillmore County and that each and every service is a special one.

Carl Duklet, who served in the Navy during the Korean War, and passed away December 2014, was laid to rest at the cemetery on February 23, 2016.

Without the persistence of some and assistance of others, Mr. Duklet may have never been brought to the cemetery to rest in peace.

The local connection to the story begins with Arlene Staupe of Preston. Arlene says, “In

the 1930s, my family (Edward and Selma Anderson of rural Lanesboro) adopted a boy from the Children’s Service in Minneapolis from an orphanage,” and states, “I was only nine or ten at the time.”

Sometime later, her parents were contacted about having an orphan placed in their home as a foster child. At the same time, their pastor and his wife, Pastor S. Theo and Mrs. Severtson of North Prairie, were also contacted to have Charles’ sister, Lorraine placed in their home.

Lorraine remained there until she graduated from Lanesboro High School in 1942.

“When Charles got done with country school, he didn’t want to go on (to graduate),” says Staupe, “and I think that’s when my folks returned him to the orphanage.”

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Arlene Staupe of Preston has her research material laid out in front of her, which she used to find family members of Carl Duklet.

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Manufactured home park green belt issue continues

By K aren R eisner karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

At the March 7 meeting of the Preston City Council, there was a lengthy, contentious discussion concerning the city’s ordinance 152.04, which was approved in 1971. Specifically, discussion centered around the definition of a “green belt” and “periphery” as related to a Manufactured Home Park.

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tured home parks were built in the early 1970s. Over a dozen neighboring property owners attended, as well as residents of the manufactured home parks.

Tim Johnston, owner of one of the city’s two manufactured home parks, planted a green belt a couple of years ago along Brownsville Street. Kerry Soiney, who owns a single family home across the street from the mobile home park, wants a more specific definition of a

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green belt added in the ordinance. He is not satisfied that the current green plantings screen the park effectively.

Soiney brought the issue to the city council again on February 16 of this year. At that meeting, the council asked city administrator Joe Hoffman and city attorney Dwight Luhmann to look into ordinances of other area cities and to offer options to define green belt and periphery.

This day, Luhmann provided a variety of definitions for a green belt ranging from a specific size of evergreen trees in two staggered rows to more flexible definitions, including a variety of shrubs and trees which will mature at different times. The depth of the green belt could be less than the suggested 15 feet to accommodate the space available at the two manufactured home parks.

Luhmann also provided vary-

ing definitions of the word “periphery”. He said he had met with both Soiney and Andy Bunge, who owns adjacent property which he wants to develop. Luhmann admitted the ordinance, as written, is vague as to its application, making it difficult to enforce.

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ter Post-Bulletin newspaper and she reads an article about Korean War veteran Wayne Uptagrafft, of Rochester, Minn., who was fulfilling a promise to give his friend and fellow Korean War vet, Carl Duklet, a proper burial.

When Staupe saw the name Duklet she thought “there are no Duklets around here and it’s not a common name”, so she guessed he must have been related to Charles Duklet, the boy who lived with her family when she was young.

Staupe’s son encouraged her to call Uptagrafft, so she looked up his number in the phone book and “I braved it and I called him,” she says. “He is the one who got all of this started,” states Staupe, so she wanted to make contact with him.

Uptagrafft befriended Carl Duklet while shopping at Hy-Vee North in Rochester, as Duklet had been living in Rochester in the years before his death. Uptagrafft noticed Duklet was wearing a veteran’s cap and struck up a conversation with him, eventually inviting him to the meetings of the Korean War Veterans. Uptagrafft spent a lot of time with Duklet and gave Duklet a ride to and from breakfast every Monday morning at Grandma’s Kitchen in Rochester to meet

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with the Korean War Veteran Club. Uptagrafft had made a promise to Duklet that if he outlived Duklet, he would see to it that Duklet received a proper burial and he was working on fulfilling that promise. Carl Duklet did not stay in touch with his family, and it is unclear as to how Carl Duklet came to live in Rochester.

Uptagrafft worked with Rep. Tim Walz in order to receive Duklet’s records from the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis at no charge.

He also worked with Veterans Service Officers Neil Doyle and Nathan Pike, who helped tremendously. Uptagrafft says, “Those two men do an excellent job for the veterans” and their families.

Staupe then contacted Debra Richardson at the Fillmore County History Center in Fountain, Minn., and asked if she could look up country school records of Charles Duklet and any other information she could find. Richardson found the obituary of Charles Duklet, which listed his siblings, including Lorraine and Carl, so she knew she had the right family.

“If it hadn’t been for Deb I wouldn’t have had this story,” notes Staupe.

In the obituary of Charles, it lists that there were six children born to Casper and Edith (Waters) Duklet.

Namely, Charles, Lorraine, Carl, Mary,

Inez and Joyce. Staupe says, “The three younger ones were adopted, but the older ones were not,” explaining that there were not at adoptable age so they were taken in by various families.

Charles’ wife, Myra, was also listed in the obituary. Staupe called her and said, “I don’t know if you want to talk to me or not, but I think your husband is the one who lived with us.” And Mrs. Duklet “couldn’t believe it”, comments Staupe.

Mrs. Duklet, 86, wanted to call her son right away, so she took Staupe’s phone number. Later that day, she received a phone call from Charles’ son, Rodney, and “he got so excited”, says Staupe.

Staupe informed him of the service that was to be held on February 23 and said, “I’d like you to come if you could” on such short notice. Rodney said he was going to call his sister, Patricia Hinzmann, and talk with her. Staupe then called Uptagrafft to let him know she had contacted the family and was not sure if they were coming to the service, but told him she “was working on it” and would keep him updated.

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Kids Corner of Caledonia plans to expand to Mabel tion by calling (507) 725-8909 or visiting the website at www. kidscornerofcaledonia.com.

Miereau reported that he has submitted an application for a grant to replace 50 streetlights in Mabel.

The city received a bill in the amount of $1,800 for having the vault in the water tower rewired. Unfortunately, this expense occurred shortly after

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It would really be a nice thing for us.” expressed Mayor Westby. The city has long been in need of more daycare facilities, and this would help fill that need. There is already a wait list, and the center is planning to open in fall of 2016. The center will be licensed to care for 42 children and will have a staff of 10-12. Those interested can find more informaYo ur

the legislature.

The EDA is planning to initiate a scattered site TIF district to allow for two new businesses to open in Mabel. The set-up cost is estimated to be about $5000. One of the businesses is Kids Corner from Caledonia, which is planning to build a 3,000 square foot building in Mabel to open another daycare center. “This would be great.

the warranty expired. Miereau said that, while the city does have the option of filing an insurance claim for it, the legal fees would negate the savings.

The council approved the payment of the bill.

Several homes in Mabel have been contacted about trash and junk in their yards, but have yet to clean them up. Charges will be filed against them.

The meeting was adjourned.

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By Hannah Wingert The Mabel City Council met for their regular meeting on March 9 at 7 p.m. One council member was absent.

Mayor Jim Westby opened several bids for the building of the wastewater treatment plant shed. The council read bids which covered labor and materials from Hahn Lumber and Tollefson Construction. Joint bids were also received from Prosper Lumber for materials and contractors Scott Hicks, Danny Marsden, and Kelly Sand for the labor. The bids are good for 30 days so the council will take six days to review the bids and clarify any details with the contractors before meeting on March 15 at 7 p.m. to award the bid.

The minutes of the last meeting were reviewed and approved, as well as the accounts payable and financial reports.

Dave Amunrud was hired for the summer mowing position.

The city received a zoning permit application from Tim Mengis to build a portable 10’ x 16’ shed on his property. He has arranged with the school’s shop class to build the shed.

City Maintenance Director Bob Miereau didn’t see an issue with the shed being on the property, and the council approved the permit.

The parking permit applications were reviewed and approved.

The council reviewed the pricing for the summer rec programs. The last increase in prices was in 2014. They decided to leave it the same as 2015 for the coming summer.

Kati Bergey was once again hired as the summer rec director.

The council reviewed several letters from the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities and State Representative Greg Davids. The Coalition is asking cities to adopt a resolution in support of a $45.5 million increase to the Local Government Aid or LGA program.

Davids’ letter detailed why he is opposed to the resolution and feels that it will do more harm than good for Minnesota cities. Both parties invited questions or discussions on the subject. The council will review the issue further before making a decision.

Mayor Westby plans to, once again, attend the meeting in St. Paul for all of the city mayors in Minnesota. He was disappointed that at the last meeting, he was the only mayor from Fillmore and Houston Counties that showed up and hopes to see a better turnout this time. During the meeting, he is hoping to garner more information on the resolution that the Coalition is asking cities to pass. He pointed out that many cities in Minnesota are having the same financial issues, and that they need to work together so their voices can be heard by

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C ommentary Legal immigration and crony capitalism

By Stan Gudmundson Sold Out is a new book by Michelle Malkin and John Miano.

To understand the current immigration debate, especially about legal immigration, it is a must read.

Multib i l l i o n a i re Carlos Slim acquired his great wealth through Col. Stan a corrupt Gudmundson arrangement that gave “him a monopoly on (Mexican) telecommunication services”. His government-sponsored ability to rip-off Mexicans is an extreme form of crony capitalism.

The market system (capitalism) is the only system that really works well. The problem is that businesses often don’t like competition very much. Consequently, businesses try to find ways to minimize or eliminate that competition. And they always turn to politicians and government for “help”. This might be better described as criminal collusion.

Politicians happily encourage this.

Why do you suppose there are over 70,000 pages in the Tax Code? Another indicator. You could easily be convinced, with the enormous presence of American corporations, that Washington has become the nation’s manufacturing hub. What they are really manufacturing however, is access to politicians. This arrangement assures that corporations/”special interests,” with the assistance of these slimeballs, can seize their “share” of the crony capitalist pie.

Many corporations are perfectly happy with this arrangement, as it is often easier and cheaper than competing in the market place. Politicians on both sides of Editorial Cartoon

the aisle are ecstatic. Big corporate money for their campaigns and other “rewards” is right there in town for them. Plus, corporation presence provides great “after government” job opportunities that pay handsomely.

A major problem with this arrangement is that politicians and corporations are selling American workers down the river to satisfy what crony capitalism fosters. That is a greed that is destroying the livelihoods of our best and brightest. But this is not really capitalism. It is more akin to fascism than anything else.

There is a shortage of American workers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines. Therefore, we have to bring in foreign workers to make-up for American’s STEM shortfall. That is what we know isn’t it?

Actually, that’s what we’ve been led to believe. The truth is that, with few exceptions, there isn’t a shortage of American STEM expertise at all. According to 2014 Census Bureau data, 74% of Americans (11.4 million) with a bachelor’s degree in STEM disciplines “aren’t working in STEM fields”. Moreover, “only one of every two US...STEM graduates is hired into a STEM job each year.”

Additionally, hundreds of thousands of Americans with STEM degrees are being fired and run off the cliff.

What the heck is going on you ask?

I already answered that. It’s crony capitalism. Big businesses increase profits by getting rid of American workers and hiring foreigners at greatly reduced wages. What’s worse is that corporations often abuse these foreign workers.

In exchange for campaign contributions and other goodies, politicians happily write and

push legislation to increase foreign worker visa numbers at the behest of people like Zuckertird and big operators. There are amazing kinds and thousands and thousands of visas available to bring in cheap labor. Certain visas don’t even require that the foreign workers pay income or FICA taxes. Some Indian workers are even paid in rupees and are forced to live in miserable conditions.

Even worse, if they wish to keep severance pay and unemployment benefits, American STEM workers have been and are being forced to train their foreign replacements. Then they are fired.

I’m sure you’ve noticed. A tiny sample of guilty corporations include Disney, Boeing, Qualcomm, Intel, Cisco, Cargill, Microsoft, Bank of America, Southern California Edison, Harley-Davidson, Pfizer, and Best Buy. Who are the politicians who have been pushing this crap?

Establishment Republicans and Democrats are equally guilty.

Marco Rubio, Jeb Bush, Hillary Clinton, Fiorina, Huckabee, Rick Perry, O’Malley, Harry Reid, Schumer, Leahy, Orrin Hatch, and Lindsey Graham are among many, many others.

This form of crony capitalism is sleazy corruption that is forcing unemployment on our most capable citizens. Illegal immigration just magnifies the problem, especially for our poorest. And both drive down wages.

Most Americans are sick and tired of occupying last place behind corporations, politicians, and people who are not American citizens. We’ve come to understand crony corruption. Consequently, many are furious.

Does this help explain the Trump phenomenon?

To find hope, look around you

By Lee H. Hamilton These are very unhappy times in Washington. Relations between the executive and legislative branches are not just sour, but corrosive. The Republican-led Senate has declared it will simply ignore a presidential nomination to the Supreme Court. Both houses have announced that they will flout a tradition going back to the 1970s, and refuse to hold a hearing for the President’s budget director to present Lee H. the White Hamilton House’s federal budget proposal. Partisan paralysis and game-playing on Capitol Hill have become a hallmark of these times, as has the evident distaste our nation’s leaders feel for one another.

It would be understandable to give in to despair, and a lot of Americans have done so. I have not, and for a simple reason: in our system there is always hope.

Why? Because our representative democracy rests finally not on what politicians in Washington or in our state capitals do, but on what our citizens do.

The bedrock assumption of representative government is that Americans will make discriminating judgments about politicians and policies, and shoulder their responsibility as citizens to improve their corner of the world. The remarkable thing is, they often do. Over a long career in politics, I’ve seen it happen more times than I can count. At some gathering, people will complain about the schools or the roads or the behavior of a public official or an act of government that galls them. Then, after talking it over, they decide to act.

They do something about it.

Even better, the less-thanadmirable stumbling blocks that we’ve come to identify with politics — confrontation, obstructionism, divisiveness — are rarely present. Public dialogues may get heated, but they don’t often descend to the level of bitterness and obstinacy we see these days in Washington.

More than anything else, what you see when ordinary Americans decide to get involved in a public issue is their common sense and good judgment, their fundamental decency, and their remarkable sense of fairness. Over and over, as I watch citizens at work trying to fix their communities in ways big and small, I’ve found myself wishing that members of Congress and other officials could take a ringside seat. The people involved almost always want to see that even people they don’t agree with have a chance to say their piece. They recognize

there are differences of opinion and that they have to be sorted through. If you ask them to describe what result they want, they will always use the word, “Fair”. They make decisions by and large based on hope, not fear or despair.

The sense that comes through when you watch Americans at work on public issues is their overwhelming desire to improve their community. Often this is reflected in concrete projects — a new bridge, a better school, a badly needed sewer system. But you can also see it in many people’s cry for candidates who will set narrow interests and excessive partisanship aside, and work to improve the quality of life for all Americans.

While ordinary citizens may not know all there is to know about a given public policy issue, I was constantly impressed while in office at how much I learned from my constituents. We often think of representative government as a process in which the elected official educates constituents, but the reverse is usually even more the case. Americans may think that politics is filled with messiness and noise, but at the end of the day they understand the need for deal-making, compromise, and negotiation — and that to achieve change, they have to work through the system we have, which means educating and pushing political leaders.

As a constituent put it to me, “What’s the alternative?”

This is why I have an underlying confidence in representative government. Americans are pragmatic. They recognize the complexity of the challenges we face, understand there are no simple answers to complex problems, and do not expect to get everything they want. They see that what unites us — a common desire to improve our communities and create better opportunities for families and individuals — is stronger than what divides us. My confidence in the system is built on citizens exercising their right to make this a stronger, fairer country.

Lee Hamilton is Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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C ommentary Letter about Don’t be ignorant, be informed...

To the Editor, You have an excellent paper that is truthful and so informative, one hundred times over.

A Huge Big Thank You to all.

Would especially like to thank you for having Col. Stan Gudmundson’s truthful and very education articles printed in your Journal; he is well read, it’s truth and not fiction. There are so many uninformed, naive, just plain ignorant people living in America who criticize and have to pick apart the truth, and it is truly real truth, what is happening. (He is well read - no fiction here.) There are too many naive, sound asleep, ignorant & uninformed and it’s about time they wake up to the truth now, tomorrow could be too late. There are hundreds of truthful books out there telling true facts and not fiction.

Ignorance is what has taken countries down and also the

dumbing down of its citizens.

When you go and vote, vote for the one who is for America, God, and family. Most have no idea what’s been going on and the sad part is, they don’t care.

If you’d read Stan’s articles 10 times, maybe something would sink in, one would hope, and you’d get informed of truth.

(The truth will set you FREE.) We have educated people and educated fools. In later years, it seems the latter out numbers.

All they think of is, give me my fun, I must run. If you want the future children to grow up in freedom like we have been so blessed with, it’s time you start getting informed and involved and doing your share of helping and not hurting America. The ignorant are taking us down to NO RETURN. We must be for God, Family, & Country and just in that order. Don’t be bitter, just be better. AMEN. Loretta Ladsten Mabel, MN

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January unemployment rate steady at 3.7% Employers cut 5,000 jobs ST. PAUL – The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Minnesota held steady at 3.7% in January, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).

The U.S. unemployment rate was 4.9% in January.

State employers eliminated 5,000 jobs during the month, including 3,800 jobs in the government sector. Over the past year, Minnesota has gained 39,916 jobs, a growth rate of 1.4%. The U.S. growth rate during that period was 1.9%.

“Despite job losses in January, the state labor market remains on a growth track, with eight of the 11 major industrial sectors adding jobs over the past year,” said DEED Commissioner Katie Clark Sieben. “The state’s labor force participation rate of 70.5% is now at a three-year high.”

Education and health services led all sectors in January with 3,000 new jobs. Construction (up 1,900) and leisure and hospitality (up 900) also gained jobs.

Along with government, other sectors that reduced employment during the month were trade, transportation and utilities (down 2,100), information (down 1,800), professional and business services (down 1,600), manufacturing (down 900), other services (down 300), financial activities (down 200), and logging and mining (down 100).

Over the past year, the following sectors gained jobs: education and health services (up 16,719), leisure and hospitality (up 6,373), trade, transportation and utilities (up 6,040), construction (up 4,699), financial activities (up 3,242), other services (up 2,875), professional and business services (up 1,517) and government (up 542).

Sectors that lost jobs over the past year were logging and mining (down 1,255), information (down 832) and manufacturing (down 4).

In the Metropolitan Statistical Areas, the following regions gained jobs in the past 12 months: Minneapolis-St. Paul MSA (up 1.8%), Rochester MSA (up 2.5%), St. Cloud MSA (up 2.4%) and Mankato MSA (up 1.9%). The Duluth-Superior MSA was down 1.8%.

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years based on updated data from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. Those figures indicate Minnesota gained nearly 15,000 more jobs than originally reported from December 2013 to December 2014. The state, however, gained about 12,000 fewer jobs than originally reported between December 2014 and December 2015.

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Results for March 8, 2016 Township Election

Fillmore County township eleCtion results From marCh 8, 2016

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Carrolton Twp Chatfield Twp Fillmore Twp

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Fountain Twp Harmony Twp

Holt Twp Jordan Twp Newburg Twp Norway Twp

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Kelly Eide Michael R. Kelly Keith Brown Darrell Nelson Evelyn E. Osland Bryan Miller Norma Merkel Roger Becker Eunice Biel Richard Junge Tim Sikkink Fay Garness Robert Coons Linda Marzolf William (Bill) Broadwater Nate Serfling

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Obituaries

Monday, March 14, 2016

The family of Evelyn McGrand would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and kindness in this time of sorrow. Our Evelyn Elizabeth McGrand Evelyn Elizabeth McGrand wish is that you take the love, joy was born on December 11, 1937, and happiness you received from in Preston, Minn. She was the Evelyn and spread it to those who daughter of August and lone touch your life.

(Drummond) Ristau. She was God bless. No individual baptized as an infant and was acknowledgements will be sent. later confirmed in the Chris- Online obituaries and guest tian Faith at St. Paul’s Lutheran book available at www.hantge.

Church in Preston. Evelyn grew com. up on a farm Irene A. Orr in Carimona Irene A. Orr, 96, of Houston, To w n s h i p , Minn., died on Monday, March Fillmore 7, 2016, at Valley View HealthC ou nt y, care and Rehab in Houston.

Minn., and Irene Angeline Bigelow was received her born on March 17, 1919, in Elgin, elementa r y Minn., to Howard and Tillie e d u c a t i o n Evelyn Elizabeth (Schad) Bigelow. She was raised in her home McGrand in Elgin, area. She was a graduate of the Preston High where she School Class of 1955. After grad- g r a d u a t e d uation, she worked at Dayton’s from high Department Store in Rochester, school. She received her Minn.

On September 12, 1959, Eve- b a c h e l o r s lyn was united in marriage to degree in Phillip McGrand. This marriage education at Irene A. Orr was blessed with five children: St. Theresa’s Rochelle, Bradley, Shawne, Hally, College in Winona, Minn. She and Rochelle’s son, Justin. Evelyn taught school in Perham, Hoffman, and Browerville, Minn. On and Phillip later divorced.

In 1972, Evelyn, and her family June 28, 1947, she was united in moved to Pelican Rapids, Minn., marriage with Allen Orr in Plawhere she held employment as a inview, Minn., at St. Joachim’s real estate agent and also worked Catholic Church. After all of at the Townmart Station, as well her children became school age, as working at several other busi- Irene returned to teaching in nesses in the area. She was a hard Spring Grove and Rushford, worker and often worked several Minn. She was a member of jobs at one time. Evelyn spent St. Mary’s Catholic Church in many years as a 4-H Leader in Houston. Irene enjoyed working Pelican Rapids. After she retired, in the church and with homeEvelyn moved to Hutchinson, makers, traveling, golfing, crossword puzzles, reading, going out Minn.

Evelyn enjoyed teaching Sun- to eat, and spending time with day School and attending Ladies her grandchildren.

Circle meetings at Trinity Luther- She is survived by her chilan Church in Pelican Rapids. She dren: Peter (Pam) Orr, Tim also enjoyed sketching and paint- (Diane) Orr, and Veronica ing ceramics. She loved playing (Tim) Amberg, all of Houston; cards and gardening. Evelyn had Annette Frank of La Crescent, a special knack for remembering Minn.; and Dan (Anita) Orr birthdays and special occasions of Elysian, Minn.; grandchiland always sent cards. She cher- dren: Jennifer (Kevin) Wiechert, ished the time she spent with her Brian Frank, Carrie (Pat) Bruns, Megan Orr, Matt Amberg, Joe children and grandchildren.

Evelyn passed away on Sun- Orr, and Kris (Ryan) Blexrud; day, February 14, 2016, at the great-grandchildren: Michael Hutchinson Health Hospital in Brooks, Faith Frank, Marcus Hutchison, Minn., at the age of Frank, Hannah Bruns, Callie Bruns, Victoria Bruns, Saman78 years. tha Weichert, Kendall Weich She will be dearly missed.

Evelyn is preceded in death by ert, Camden Blexrud, and Ella her daughter, Rochelle “Shelly” Blexrud; and by many nieces McGrand; parents, August and and nephews. lone Ristau; brothers, Arnold Irene was preceded in death Ristau, Kenneth Ristau, Paul by her husband, Allen; parents, Ristau, Arthur Ristau, Russel Howard and Tillie; brothers: Leo, Ristau; sisters, Esther Conlan, Louis, Frank, and Charles Biglone Carstensen; sisters-in-law, elow; and sisters: Margaret Smith, Barb Ristau, Ardith Ristau, Rita Dorothy Ramstack, Lucille Sheik, Ristau; brothers-in-law, Kenneth and Marion Tung.

A memorial Mass took place at Conlan and Paul Carstensen.

2 p.m. on Friday, March 11, 2016, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Houston. Visitation was held one hour prior to the Mass at the church. Burial will be at of the the Yucatan Cemetery in rural Houston at a later date. Hoff “ Life is not the amount of Funeral and Cremation Service in Houston assisted the family breaths you take, it’s the with arrangements. moments that take your Leave a memory of Irene and breath away” sign her online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com. ~Will Smith (Hitch)

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Preston for lunch prior to the service. She then called Uptagrafft and informed him that some family members would be attending the service. Uptagrafft “got so excited” about family members attending the service, states Staupe, so she invited him to the Branding Iron, as well.

Ron Laughlin of Preston advised Staupe to talk with Robert Gross, Cemetery Administrator, and let him know the circumstances of the funeral service. Gross arranged to have three flags presented to family members. A flag was presented to Carl Duklet’s only living sibling, Inez Gustafson (who was unable to attend), along with Carl’s niece, Patricia Hinzmann, and his nephew, Rodney Duklet.

Gross states, “It is always an honor and our privilege to provide

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County a dignified final rest to our veterans and their eligible family members at the MN State Veterans Cemetery. This is a sacred trust.”

Duklet was given full military honors, including a twenty-one gun salute by members of American Legion Post 92 located in Rochester and taps was also played.

Eighteen Korean War veterans attended to show their respect to their fellow veteran.

Chaplain Jerald Barnhart gave an eloquent sermon, which was uplifting for those in attendance.

Staupe states, “It was a beautiful service” and very moving when the flags were presented to the family members.

Uptagrafft says, “He deserved the service he got,” saying, “they were going to throw his ashes away” and he could not let that happen. He had a promise to keep to Duklet, which he fulfilled.

Hinzmann states that the family had “lost track of Carl” over the years and said she was “very surprised” to hear from Staupe.

“Carl didn’t have the best of life,” said Hinzmann, and she is happy that he got a “wonderful” service and says it gave the family “closure” to know that he is at rest.

Staupe says it gives her great “satisfaction” that she was able to help bring Duklet family members to the service for Carl Duklet, adding, “It was just amazing I was able to get it all correlated” in the short time that she had before the service took place.

After the service, he gave to his country Korean War veteran Carl Duklet deserved to have a meaningful service at the end of his life. Thanks to Staupe, Uptagrafft, family members, and others, that is exactly what he had. Rest in peace, Carl.

Lanesboro City Council approves distillery

By Hannah Wingert The Lanesboro City Council met for their regular meeting on March 7, at 5:30 p.m. There were 21 visitors present at the meeting.

The consent agenda was approved and included the abbreviated version of the renewable energy ordinance for publishing, the licenses required for Buffalo Bill Days, the 2016 lodging license renewal, and the MED Compass hearing tests for the city staff.

Council member Autumn Johnson had several corrections to make to the minutes of the February 1 meeting. In two different places, the minutes stated that a council member abstained from voting.

Jason Resseman confirmed that he had abstained from one vote. The other was a mistake which City Administrator Michele Peterson will correct. Johnson noted that state law requires voting to be clear to all people attending the meeting, both officials and visitors. Peterson asked that council members raise their hands as well as verbally expressing their vote so she and others in the room are aware of how they are voting. The council agreed to the change.

Johnson also asked that the motion from the previous meeting’s minutes for the concept plan with city planner Randall Arendt be clarified to clearly state that the city will donate up to $5,000 of funding for the project IF it is not met by other funding efforts, as discussed during that meeting.

The minutes were approved with the corrections.

A public hearing was opened to discuss the conditional use permit for 100 Beacon Street West.

Lanesboro residents Rick and Cheryl Lamon have applied for a permit to operate a distillery on that location. The area is currently zoned for commercial use, but does not specifically list a distillery, so it’s considered a gray area.

Resseman asked what the Lamons plan to use for containment and what would be poured into the city sewer system. Rick noted that the building he intends to use was originally a grainery so it’s already

set up for what he needs. It will be inspected by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and will be compliant with all laws and statutes. The solids from the process will be picked up frequently by local farmers to use as cow feed. Noise will be minimal and due to the closed fermentation process he will be using, there won’t be a smell.

He will use a fresh air venting system which is already in place in the building and plans to work with Lanesboro Public Utilities to ensure that the ph balance in anything he needs to dump down the drain is appropriate. Johnson made a motion to approve the conditional use permit as long as the Lamons are following all city ordinances, pass inspections, and keep their license current. The motion was approved.

The Lanesboro Farmer’s Market Manager, Stena Lieb, updated the council on the changes she will be making to the farmer’s market this year. The market will be joining the Minnesota Farmer’s Market Association, which will allow them to offer a blanket insurance to all vendors. This will allow vendors who don’t purchase their own insurance, such as the Amish members of the community, to still sell at the market. The fees will increase, but this way, everyone will be included. All vendors will still be required to be in compliance with the state, and the application process will remain the same.

Those selling food will have to be registered with the cottage food law. Vendors selling specific items will still have to provide their own insurance, and Lieb noted that she plans to continue to purchase her own insurance, as well, to ensure that she is fully covered no matter what. “Just to make it clear, the city does NOT require insurance.” interjected Mayor Robin Krom, adding that the state has requirements for the farmer’s market that the city has no control over. There will be a farmer’s market meeting at the community center on March 19

at 10 a.m. for anyone interested in learning more.

Lanesboro Library Director Tara Johnson gave the monthly report to the council. On March 19 at 6:30 p.m., Minnesota author Laura Purdie Salas will be at the library to discuss her new chidren’s book Water Can Be. Her visit is thanks to the SELCO Minnesota Book Award Author Tours. The event is free to the public.

The library circulation continues to stay steady. The library board is currently working to update the library policies and their five-yearplan for the library.

Public Utilties Director Theresa Coleman noted that she has asked Peterson to distribute copies of the Lanesboro Public Utilities’ budget to the council to review, adding that if any of them can find something to cut from the budget, they need to let her know.

Resseman gave the HPC report.

The HPC welcomed two new members. They are looking forward to working with the EDA and Randall Arendt on the city planning. There was also a discussion about recognizing 100+ year old buildings in Lanesboro, as well as old or unique trees such as the red pine, gingko, and white pine, all of which are disappearing in this area.

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the applicant for the open spot on the commission be approved. The council concurred and approved Peggy Hanson for the position.

Peterson gave the park board report. They will be replacing the tile in the library entryway and shower floors, as well as replacing the ramp. The park board is also partnering with the City of Lanesboro to redo the basketball court.

The EDA asked to address and change several items in the ordinance that governs the organization. City Attorney Thomas Manion will review the ordinance, but noted that due to state statutes, some items may not be negoSee LANESBORO Page 9 

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, March 14, 2016

Fillmore County Police Reports Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Jeffrey Jerome Alexander Jr., 24, South Haven, Minn.; 12/20/2015, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320.

Amanda Lee Anderson, 43, Lanesboro, Minn.; 2/16/2016, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Jeanie Irene Cooksley, 44, Cresco, Iowa; 12/13/2015, Possess Over 1.4 Grams Marijuana in Motor Vehicle, Fine $150, Total Fees $270. 12/13/2015, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Use or Possession, Fine $50. 12/13/2015, Possess/Sale

Small Amount of Marijuana – No Remuneration, Fine $50.

Adrian LeRoy Delmastro, 36, Chester, Iowa; 2/6/2016, Speeding – Exceed Limit of 30 mph – Urban District (45/30), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Samuel Frank Devries, 31, La Crosse, Wisc.; 12/25/2015, Harassment; Restraining Order Violation, Fine $1,000 (stay $1,000 for one year), Total Fees $90. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 86 days for one year). Credit for time served: four days. Supervised probation for one year (Concurrent/ Consecutive).

12/21/2015, Harassment; Restraining Order

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– Violate and Knows of Temporary or Restraining Order, Fine $1,000 (stay $700), Total Fees $390. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 86 days for one year). Credit for time served: four days. Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (2/24/2016): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Contact probation officer as directed, Sign releases of information as directed, No alcohol/controlled substance use, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Submit to Random Searches, Submit to Chemical Testing, Complete Chemical Assessment - complete assessment within 30 days, Follow recommendations of evaluation, Anger management - as directed by Court Services, No assault - aggressive behavior, No use or possession of firearms or dangerous weapons, Remain law-abiding, No possession of alcohol or drugs.

Brandon Dean Earles, 35, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/3/2015, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Mary Marie Garner, 47, Harmony, Minn.; 3/23/2015, Assault - 5th Degree – Fear of Bodily Harm or Death, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 9/16/2016), Total Fees including $4698.53 in restitution, $5,088.53. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (8/16/2015): Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement - all conditions under directions of probation, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, No assault, no aggressive, threatening, or intimidating behavior, No contact with victim J.A. including through third party, by phone, U.S. mail, e-mail, instant messaging, text messaging, social media, or any other direct or indirect means unless approved in advance by Court Services, No use or possession of firearms or dangerous weapons, Sentencing memorandum incorporated, Pay restitution order – 1) The victim’s request for restitution is granted. 2) Restitution shall be paid by Defendant to J.A. in the amount of $4,698.53. Said amount shall be entered as a civil judgment. Defendant shall be required to pay up to at least $1,800.00 of that amount during her probation on a schedule as set by DFO Corrections.

Jose De Jesus HernandezIslas, 21, Fountain, Minn.; 2/16/2016, Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/ Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.

Conrad Leon Heusinkveld, 78, Ostrander, Minn.; 8/29/2015, Disorderly Conduct – Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/Obscene, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 2/22/2018), Total Fees $390.

Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for two years).

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

Supervised probation for two years (2/22/2016 – Concurrent/ Consecutive): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Contact probation officer as directed, Sign releases of information as directed, Follow all instructions of probation, Remain law-abiding, Follow all State and Federal criminal laws, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if charged with any new crime, if change, your address, employment, or telephone number, and/or if have contact with law enforcement, Educational assessment/program, No contact with victim(s), Do not enter victim’s residence - defendant shall not be within 50 feet of the victim’s residence, No assault - aggressive behavior, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition or explosives - defendant shall not possess knives outside of the home, Write letter of apology and submit to Court Services.

Isaac Stanley Morse, 20, Riceville, Iowa; 4/12/2015, Theft – Take/Use/Transfer Movable Property – No Consent, Fine $1,000 (stay $800 until 2/22/2017), Total Fees $790.

Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for one year).

Unsupervised probation for one year – Conditions (2/22/2016): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Follow recommendations of evaluation - of Assessment, Follow all State and Federal criminal laws, Pay Restitution before fines, fees, and surcharges, Complete treatment - outpatient treatment and provide proof of completion to Court Administration.

Jessica Ann McCabe-Schnebly, 30, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/5/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Derek Dean Stortz, 26, Mabel, Minn.; 2/12/2016, Expiration of Driver’s License – Over 21, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.

Brittany Marie Vantries, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 1/29/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

MN Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division Ryan Dean Benson, 30, Lanesboro, Minn.; 2/5/2016, Snowmobiles - Trail Sticker Required and Permanently Affixed, Fine $25, Total Fees $115.

Darek Alan Davidson, 35, Kasson, Minn.; 2/5/2016, Entering Agricultural Land for Outdoor Recreation Purposes Without Obtaining Permission, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.

2/5/2016, Knowingly Direct/ Allow/Permit Minor to Hunt Illegally or Violate Fish and Game Laws, Fine $100.

Chad Thomas Olson, 25, Harmony, Minn.; 2/5/2016, Fail to Display Registration Number or Affix Unexpired Decal on Snowmobile, Fine $25, Total Fees $115.

MN State Patrol – Rochester Kevin Scott Lange, 58, Harmony, Minn.; 1/22/2016, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25,

Total Fees $115.

Nicholas Saxon Lehman, 21, Mount Pleasant, Iowa; 12/17/2015, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Luke Edward Rothering, 31, Harmony, Minn.; 1/22/2016, Speeding (77/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230.

John Hamilton Tuff, 69, Lanesboro, Minn.; 2/10/2016, Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.

Preston Police Department Chase Bearson Anderson, 25, Lanesboro, Minn.; 12/27/2015, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

David Ardell Applen, 60, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/23/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Jane Anne Curry, 70, Minneapolis, Minn.; 2/14/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Joellen Hamann, 58, Preston, Minn.; 1/29/2016, Vehicle Registration Required, Fine $30, Total Fees $120.

Jeffrey George Laumb, 29, Rushford, Minn.; 1/5/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Shawna Lynn Poppe, 26, Canton, Minn.; 2/6/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Clayton Paul Stoppel, 59, Rochester, Minn.; 2/14/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

George Johnson Vondracek, 59, Wells, Minn.; 2/14/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Lindsay Ann Zillgitt, 21, Preston, Minn.; 2/14/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Rushford Police Department Corey Benton Stutzka, 31, Rushford, Minn.; 12/18/2015, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $320.

Bradley Michael Suchla, 26, Winona, Minn.; 12/15/2015, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $320.

12/15/2015, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance When Operating Vehicle, Fine $200.

Voters of Yucatan Township Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Your support in the March election is greatly appreciated.

Thank you, again.

Deborah Dewey

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maintained that in his opinion, “adjacent” is the key word which he believes is to the side of or next to and not across the street. He doesn’t see the need for a green belt on the street side of the park. Several driveways from the Johnston Park enter Brownsville Street, which dead ends part way down the row of manufactured homes. Councilman Charles Sparks explained the city street ends where the blacktop ends and the gravel is within the park.

Sparks insisted that there are too many complications to require a green belt along streets or highways. Police chief Matt Schultz doesn’t think a green belt should be allowed if it obstructs sight distance when entering the street.

Sparks suggested that the ordinance must apply to any manufactured home park within the city and the requirements must be feasible. He maintained that the definition of periphery could include language that “specifically excludes any side of a park that directly abuts a city street”.

A neighbor with property on the back side of the park related that many vines are dead and larger walnut trees were removed because of power lines. He suggested lilac bushes that get up to 15 to 20 feet tall would be effective screening the park.

Andy Bunge agreed things are not clearly defined. He owns property adjacent to the Johnston Park and suggested that

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tiable. The council tabled the matter until Manion can present an updated ordinance.

The council approved applicant Elaine Edwards to fill the open spot on the EDA. The street department is continuing to look for a lawn mower to replace the one they have now.

They are also looking into options for replacing the city pickup truck.

Johnson gave the ambulance report. The crew would like the council to approve the change from paper run sheets to electronic. The paper sheets are very time consuming to fill out. The electronic run sheets would cost about the same as the paper ones, but would be more efficient, accurate, and ensure better patient privacy. Peterson noted that the new system would pay for itself within a year, due to the personnel hours that are currently needed to fill out and file the paper run sheets.

The council approved the change.

The ambulance service currently charges a flat $250 fee for nontransports, which are ambulance calls that, for various reasons, do not end up being transported to a medical facility. Usually the patient’s Medicare or Medicaid insurance covers the fee, but occasionally they do not. The ambulance crew would like to waive the fee for those whose insurance

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Johnston come with a screening plan that could work with the space available. Bunge hopes to build three duplexes on his property. He said he was as concerned about the view of those living in the manufactured homes as he was for those outside the park.

Dana Sharpton, resident in the park, said she has lived there for six years, adding it is all she can afford. She explained several of the park residents are disabled.

“We were asked to paint our trailers and we did. We watched Johnston plant a lot of trees. It simply isn’t good enough for some people.” She explained the property drops off right behind her home.

Councilman Dave Harrison asked that city staff bring back a definition of a green belt that addressed Chief Schultz’s safety issues. Reicks acknowledged that the council has to define green belt and periphery to make the ordinance enforceable.

Luhmann noted that another option is to make no changes to the current ordinance.

The city also has an ordinance that requires plantings to be no more than two and one half feet high within 10 feet from a property owner’s property line, so as not to interfere with the line of sight when entering a street.

Johnston insisted that more plantings will make it impossible to pull out a home without ripping out trees.

A motion to table the issue was approved.

House 28B candidate Thomas Trehus introduced

himself as a candidate seeking the DFL endorsement for Minnesota House district 28B. He is a fifth generation resident of Spring Grove and serves on the Spring Grove school board. Trehus said he respects the district’s current representative, who has served the district for nearly a quarter of a century.

Trehus wants to offer a moderate voice, coming to the table with a sense of bi-partisanship, being willing to work to build a consensus. He wants to maintain the region’s small towns and small farms for the future.

His priorities include education and schools, roads and bridges with a sustainable transportation plan, and investment in small businesses.

Other business in brief • The council unanimously approved drawing up a development agreement with Gehling Auction for a term of 25 years. Ron Gehling addressed the council, explaining plans to build a 72-foot by 85-foot shop and auction shed with an adjoining 36-foot by 36-foot office area. The estimated market value of the new construction is $245,000. He said the shop will be in front of an existing warehouse which will be removed. In order to keep all of the new construction within the city limits, the city will have to annex an additional one-third acre. The total tax is estimated to be $8,890, with a TIF payment of $5,662 or a net tax of about $3,200. Hoffman explained that Gehling agreed to build within the city limits

denies coverage. Johnson pointed out that they don’t want people to be afraid to call for help because of the cost. The crew also requested that the council approve a stipend reduction from $39 to $25 for non-transport calls. The council approved both measures with Johnson abstaining from the vote.

Shirley Mulder from the Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce noted that the Chamber’s regular meetings will be moved to the 4th Wednesday of each month at 9 a.m.

Kim Berekvam from Gil B’s and Laurie Bakke from Granny’s Liquor presented the council with some new ideas for addressing the downtown parking situation in Lanesboro. Last year, the council established two-hour parking spots. Berekvam and Bakke met with other downtown Lanesboro business owners to discuss the parking issues, and it was agreed that the two-hour parking has not been as effective as hoped.

Customers are still double parking and/or avoiding the downtown area during the busy summer months due to the congestion.

Instead, the business owners proposed that the city allow several 10-minute parking spots. Both of the ladies volunteered to put portable 10- minute parking signs marking spots outside of their businesses during business hours.

They would then pull the signs inside when they closed and put them out again the next day. They

have support from other business owners to try this out. It was suggested that they try it for the season to see if it alleviates issues. Council member Tom Dybing made a motion to allow two 10-minute parking spots with portable signs at this time. The council approved the measure with one opposed.

Phil Dybing presented a rough draft of his plans to build a solar garden on a 1.4 acre lot of residential land. It was noted that the land would need to be rezoned for that purpose, but overall the council was amenable to the idea, and asked that Dybing gather more information for them before agreeing to anything.

Public Utilities Commissioner Char Brown spoke on behalf of Lanesboro Public Utilities and Eagle Bluff. They are seeking a letter from the council supporting the Climate Smart Municipalities grant application. The letter is mandatory in order to proceed with applying for the grant.

Brown distributed sample letters to the council members with optional language. The application is due by March 31 and is open to all municipalities in Minnesota with 3-4 of the applicants being selected to participate in the unique three year program.

The program is a partnership between the University of Minnesota and the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, or NRW. During the three-year period of

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Johnston Mobile Home Park, where these four mobile homes are located along Brownsville Street.

Photo by Karen Reisner with the TIF. The city will have to establish TIF District 7 and use the TIF to reimburse Gehling for site improvement and construction costs. The Gehling house may also be connected to city water.

• Hoffman reviewed a Capital Project Priority List. The list includes needs and wants and associated costs. On the list are 2016 seal coat projects, city hall exterior repairs, pick-up plow, plow truck, squad car and priority street repairs. Other items which are more of a want or a lessor priority include Branding Iron hill reconstruction, Center Street reconstruction, fire hall roof, fire truck, Riverside Center up front costs, Veterans Home site purchase, and Cottage Grove/Camp Creek hill improvement. The total esti-

mated cost is just under $2 million for the entire list. The list includes potential projects to be completed this year or within two to three years.

Preston Public Utilities also has a list of maintenance and repairs that could cost nearly $700,000.

• A services agreement with WSB engineering was approved.

Stantec provides the city’s engineering services, but WSB services may be used occasionally for specialty work. This agreement will allow staff to use WSB services as needed.

• Approval was given to provide $4,500 for fireworks on Trout Days weekend and a permit for the fireworks show. An additional $750 will be provided by the Fire Department and donations.

the program, leaders from the selected cities in Minnesota will travel to Germany once a year to learn more about energy efficiency and to work with the University of Minnesota and NRW to implement what they have learned.

Delegates from NRW will also visit Minnesota once a year.

Jerod Wagner has already agreed to take one of the seats for duration of the program, and the other community seat will be rotated between representatives from Eagle Bluff. The final seat will be filled by either Senator Jeremy Miller or State Representative Greg Davids.

All expenses during the trip will be covered by the program, but Eagle Bluff, LPU, and the city will be responsible for covering the airfare costs. Brown asked the city to budget $1,800 a year for the next three years to cover a portion of that, with LPU and Eagle Bluff supplying the rest.

The executive director of Eagle Bluff, Joe Deden, was also present at the meeting to answer any

questions the council had about the proposal. He noted that he had spent time in Germany in the 1970s and modeled Eagle Bluff on what he learned while he was there. Germany is far ahead of the United States in terms of energy efficiency, and Deden believes that the City of Lanesboro could learn a lot if they are accepted to join the program. When asked why Eagle Bluff was involved, Deden stated that their role in the program would be to disseminate information. Without all three parties, Eagle Bluff, Lanesboro Public Utilities, and the City of Lanesboro, the proposal is not valid and cannot move forward with the application process.

Public Utilities Director Theresa Coleman was in full support of the project and noted that LPU customers’ rates will increase about $20 a year per customer for the three-year project.

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Section 1A runners-Up!

Congrats to the Lady Knights girls basketball team on a fantastic post-season run. They finished runner-up in the Section 1A game 55-57 to Rushford-Peterson. Way to go on a stellar season!

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Thanks in part to a generous donation from the American Legion, Post #68, both sites are the beneficiaries of the recent Boots & Badges: Honoring Fillmore County Veterans book. Veterans Jim Cavanaugh & Vince Mangan stopped by to donate the books.

Students in Mr. Brouwer’s class recently took a trip to Riverland, taking part in a collision repair recruiting fair. They were able to get hands on with the projects, including dent detailing and bonding car panels. The sprayer booth was also a huge hit.

Math Wizards In early February the Math Wizards traveled to their final meet in Chatfield. The meet, which combined the south and north leagues, was a large competition, but students held their own. Anika R. and Nolan K. were quite successful, bringing home hardware for the Knights.

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Thomas Trehus addresses Harmony City Council

By Hannah Wingert The Harmony City Council met for their regular meeting on March 8 at 7 p.m. All were present except for City Administrator Jerome Illg.

Thomas Trehus introduced himself to the city council during the public forum. Trehus is running for Minnesota House of Representatives in District 28B, challenging the incumbent, Representative Greg Davids. He stated that he has a lot of respect for Davids, but believes that it’s time for some new ideas in the House of Representatives. He is a fifth generation resident of rural Spring Grove and serves on the Spring Grove school board.

Trehus has worked with Senator Al Franken in Washington and currently works at Minnowa Construction, Inc. in Harmony.

He emphasized the need for politicians from all parties to work together and listen to each other.

He would like to see more invest-

ment in schools and roads and bridges being funded properly, noting that there are currently 35 bridges in Fillmore County that are structurally deficient. “I want to truly become an ambassador for our communities, and see us grow and thrive,” Trehus stated. He also wants to work on finding ways to encourage the young people of the small communities in Houston and Fillmore County to come back to live in or stay in the area and believes that one of the ways to make that happen is to support initiatives like broadband. He thanked the mayor and council for allowing him to speak at the meeting.

The consent agenda was approved. It included a beer license for Village Square, 2013A bond payment in the amount of $2,387, and a oneyear lease with Fillmore Central Schools to lease rooms at the community center at $20,000.

Chatfield Charitable Event

Pictured here is Kadin Hill, left, and Henry Gathje, right. Kadin is working to raise awareness for diabetes, a disease which affects 29 million people across the country, including his friend and teammate Henry Gathje. He knew he wanted to do something to help, because he saw on a daily basis how diabetes affects his life.

The event is called “I Wear Hot Pink for Henry” and it will be held Saturday, April 2, at Groen Park in Chatfield. Registration begins at 8 a.m., the 5k run starts at 9 a.m., and the walk immediately follows. The purchase of a $15 customized shirt gains you entry to the walk, run or both! T-shirt order forms are due Wednesday, March 16 and checks can be made out to Kadin Hill. Questions can be directed to Kadin at (507) 259-8916 or kadin.hill7@gmail. com. Please join us to help raise awareness for diabetes!

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The River Valleys Girl Scout troop asked the council for permission to build a gaga ball Pit near the playground at the Community Center.

Gaga ball is a fast paced, high energy game played in an octagonal pit, similar to dodge ball, but much gentler. The troop will raise the $750 needed to build the pit using their cookie sales fundraiser. They will also be building the pit themselves with minimal help. By doing so, they will win the bronze award for getting kids to be more active.

The council thanked them for their presentation, noting that it was well done. The ball pit was approved.

Rod Johnson from the Harmony Fire Department asked for approval to add James Skaalen to the department, noting that it would bring the total number of firefighters to 26. The council agreed with the addition.

Johnson also noted that the department had put together a committee to price grass rigs.

They were able to get quotes for several used trucks, along with a new truck on the state bid, with the latter having the best price. The council approved the purchase of the new truck in the amount of $62,500, which will replace the old grass rig. There will be a discussion on selling the old one at a future meeting.

Maintenance Director Chris Johnson said that there have been three different experts out to inspect the non-working grit pump, including a contractor for the manufacturer, and none

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of them have been able to figure out how to fix the pump. The council asked for prices for a new pump so the repair can move forward.

Debbie Swenson gave the monthly EDA report. The Harmony guidebooks are in and for sale at Harmony Foods. The EDA is considering running a contest for a new logo for the Harmony website. All the land options for the bike trail extension have been signed, so the

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project can move ahead.

Lynn Mensink updated the council on the Harmony Library board meeting. They are currently looking into options for patio furniture. They also discussed digitizing the yearbooks and were able to find a company that will put them on compact discs for free so have decided to go ahead with the project.

The meeting was adjourned.

The next meeting will be held April 12 at 7 p.m.

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Fillmore County Sports

By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal. com There was a 75% chance a county s c h o o l The Trende would win Report the girls 1A East title.

Three of the schools involved in the semis were R-P, Kingsland, and FC. After the Paul Trende semis, the chances improved to 100%.

In the end, it came down to the final 2.7 seconds and one shot.

Knights Make First Final Since 2010

It has been awhile since Kingsland’s girls have been play-off relevant. A win over W-K in the quarters was their first postseason victory since 2011. A year prior to that was their last sub-section final (lost in the 1AA West championship to Lourdes). The Knights (2-seed, 15-12) took on defending 1A East champs Fillmore Central (3-seed, 13-14) in one 1A East semifinal. Jake Vetter’s girls got the win the old-fashioned way.

In an era of Steph Curry dominating the NBA with 3-pointers, and college and high school teams basing large parts of their offense around the long-range shot, Kingsland attempted just three (making two).

They drove to the basket, or went inside offensively, and played defense. Gracie Schmidt, a 6’0” junior center, was the target early. But when she and back-up center Courtney Fate each got two fouls, Kingsland fed Ericka

Kolden. With just 18 points on the year, the 5’9” junior center scored seven straight late in the first half. Kingsland ended the stanza on a 10-3 run, taking a 24-18 lead to the break. But the biggest foul trouble belonged to the Falcons. Leading scorer, 5’10” junior center Kendyl Bennett, was plagued most of the game. Without her interior scoring, the Falcons, save for Kenzie Broadwater, struggled offensively (particularly in the second half ). Kingsland mixed up defenses, and generally stymied everyone not wearing #5 in white. Broadwater, the Falcons fourth-year junior point guard, valiantly did her part, scoring 14 points after halftime.

A Paige Bennett three-pointer was the only other FC points in the stanza. Sarah Tollefsrud’s girls got to within four (39-35; 4:41). They then had back-toback turnovers, and a pair of missed free throws. Kingsland scored the final seven points for the 46-35 win. The Knights’ top scorers had 10 (Courtney Schmidt), 9 (Kellyn Webster), 8 (G-Schmidt), 7 (Kolden), and 6 (Lauren Buchholtz).

G-Schmidt (7) and Buchholtz (6) were the top rebounders.

C-Schmidt added 4 assists and 4 steals. Broadwater (careerhigh 19 pts, 5 rebs) and P-Bennett (9 pts, 3-5 three’s) scored all but seven of FC’s points.

Kingsland had 13 bench points (Kolden/Buchholtz) to FC’s 0.

The Knights out-shot FC at the free throw line (12-16/75% to 4-10/40%), from two (1431/45.2% to 8-21/38.1%), and from three (2-3/66.7% to 5-15/33.3%). FC’s season ends at 12-15. They graduate just one senior (Gabrielle Shupe) and will return all five starters.

Kingsland beat FC in the regular season 47-42.

Trojans Make Fifth Straight Final

The semifinal game preceding Kingsland and FC, R-P (1-seed, 18-9) and Spring Grove (4-seed, 16-9), wasn’t nearly as close.

The Trojans went ahead by double-digits for good at 27-17 and toughed out a 76-57 victory. The two teams combined for 52 turnovers (RP 25, SG 27), 53 foul shots (RP 12-23, SG 19-33), and 34 offensive rebounds (RP 16, SG 18). SG went 2-16 from distance. Four girls fouled out including each squads leading scorer. R-P led 67-36 midway thru the second half. Savannah Skalet played a big part in getting R-P going.

The junior guard hit a trio of threes in the first six minutes.

She (15 points) was one short of a career-high by halftime and finished with 22 (4-7 three’s, 5 rebs).

For the fourteenth straight game, Brianna Koop led the Trojans in scoring (24 pts, 12 rebs, 4 assists, 4 stls), despite fouling out. Ashley Agrimson (12 pts) and Brooke Johnson (10 pts, all in the second half ) also hit double figures. Mikayla Crawford dished out 8 assists.

Kelsey Hermanson (18 pts, 9 rebs), Lauryn Bohr (13 pts, 8 rebs), and Jordan Anderson (11 pts, 6 rebs) led SG. R-P also beat the Lions in December, 48-37. It’s the Trojan ladies’ fifth straight 1A East final.

Koop’s Hero-Ball Propels Trojans

The 1A East girls’ final thus pitted R-P (1-seed, 19-9) versus Kingsland (2-seed, 16-12). The teams took the court a few minutes removed from Goodhue’s comeback versus Lyle/Pacelli in

the 1A West final. The Athletics led by 17 mid-way through the second half, but fell 53-52 on a free throw with 0:04 left. The Trojans and Knights played their own barn-burner.

Kingsland came out inspired, starting the game 9-3. R-P got back to even (15-15). The Knights ended the half on a 7-2 run for the 25-18 intermission lead. The Trojans pulled to even in the second half, and then ahead (35-31) with a 15-4 spurt. Things went back-andforth, before R-P took control. The Trojans led by as many as nine (52-43) as late as 2:58. Cue the dramatic ending. R-P’s next six possessions yielded four turnovers and three missed free throws sandwiched around a Brianna Koop bucket.

Meanwhile, Kingsland freshman guard Lauren Buchholtz scored on three of four trips.

A Courtney Schmidt steal and lay-up pulled the Knights within two (54-52; 1:11).

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teams exchanged singular free throws makes (55-53; 0:15).

Via a driving flinging lay-up, Schmidt tied the game (55-55) and was fouled with 0:08.5 left! The junior guard’s goahead free throw hit back and front iron, but bounced out.

Buchholtz was there for the offensive rebound, but she was tied up! The jump-ball went to R-P with 0:06.5 left! They in-bounded, got to half-court, and got a timeout. With 2.7 left, there was about a 99.9% chance the ball was ending up in one player’s hand. Koop, R-P’s leading scorer for the game and on the season, inbounded the pass, then got the ball right back. A screen from Ashley Agrimson freed the 5’8” junior for an 18-foot gamewinning shot. Koop’s shot hit back iron, straight down thru true with time expiring, sending R-P into jubilation. They See SPORTS Page 13 

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moved on to the section final 57-55! Koop scored 19 of her game-high 27 points after halftime (11-19 FGs). She added 5 rebounds and 6 steals. In the regular season meeting (a 38-26 RP win), she had 17 of her game-high 21 after halftime. Carissa Bieberdorf came off the bench to hit a trio of timely shots, and author a pair of steal-and-scores. The hardplaying typically defensiveminded 5’3” senior finished with season-high 11 points (5-9 FG’s, 4 rebs). Agrimson added (11 pts) and 6 (rebs).

Kingsland was similarly balanced. Fab frosh Buchholtz scored her team-high 14 points (4-7 FG’s, 3-4 FT’s) all in the second half. Twelve came in the final six minutes (4-4 FG’s,

1-1 three’s, 3-4 FTs). Kailey Link had 9 first half points, 12 and 4 assists for the game.

Gracie Schmidt added 11 (pts) and 7 (rebs).

The Knights shot better (23-41/56%) than R-P (22-47/46%). The Trojans had one more made three (3-11 to 2-9) and three more made free throws (10-22 to 7-13).

Kingsland finishes the season at 16-13. It is a great turn-around under second year coach Jake Vetter.

They bring home hardware for the first time since 2010 and post their first winning season since 2011. They have zero seniors. R-P get its 20th win of the year. They move to their second section final in the last three years, their second under Terry Pelzl. Top-seeded, #1 in Class A Goodhue (26-4) awaits (again) in the section final.

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The last two years, Chatfield girls basketball has had excruciating ends to great seasons.

Both losses (61-58 and 76-65) came to PEM. Each came in 1AA East finals. A meeting this season, in a 1AA quarterfinal, was much less ballyhooed. The Gophers (8-seed, 14-12) came in unranked, and well short of 20-wins (unlike previous seasons). The #1-seed, #1-ranked Bulldogs (25-1) came in even more powerful.

Chatfield, which by beating Pine Island in the first round, clinched its seventh straight winning season, was very much the underdog.

They lost regular season meetings to PEM 76-38 and 68-39.

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it was a moral victory. The Gophers had worked, stayed the course and stayed close, cutting into a 21-point PEM halftime lead (36-15). But the Bulldogs are offensively powerful. A couple quick baskets immediately stymied Chatfield’s momentum.

Moral victories were all Chatfield was going to get. PEM ended the game scoring 15 of the last 18 points for the 59-39 victory. Only Dover-Eyota (66-53, 66-49), Caledonia (75-59), and St. Charles (68-48) had gotten so close in losses to the fullcupboarded Bulldogs. PEM’s lone defeat was 56-55 in OT to AAAA #8 Rochester-Mayo.

Senior Sydney Gould paced the Gophers (19 pts, 5 rebs). Mariah Bell added 9 (pts) and 5 (rebs).

PEM was led 6’2” junior Emmaline Polson (16 pts, 14 in the first half, 7 rebs) and Sarah Hart (14 pts, 7 rebs, 4 assists). Chloe

Holtz and Haley Dessner each added 9 (pts) and 5 (rebs). Hart has signed to play college ball with Division 1 St. Bonaventure (A-10 Conference). Chatfield finishes at 14-13. They went 13-6 after a 1-7 start.

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St. Patrick’s Day

By Connor Benson Every year on March 17, the Irish and Irish-at-heart across the globe observe St. Patrick’s Day. Why is it called “St. Patrick’s Day”? Saint Patrick was a patron saint who lived during the fifth century.

Saint Patrick Connor Benson is very well known for the legend that explained the Holy Trinity using the three leaves of the native Irish clover. He is said to have died March 17, around the year 493. What began as a religious feast day over a 1,000 years ago for the patron saint of Ireland has become an international festival, celebrating Irish culture with parades, dancing, special foods, shamrocks, a whole lot of green, and all things

Irish.

According to History.com, the first St. Patrick’s Day parade was March 17, 1762, which took place in the U.S. There are more than 100 parades across the U.S. Waukon, Iowa is known for its famous St. Patrick’s Day parade and festivities. Nearly 500 million gallons of green beer are consumed in the U.S on this day.

The Shamrock is the national emblem of Ireland and is considered the good-luck symbol.

The shamrock is a leaf of a clover and a symbol of the Holy Trinity. The original St. Patrick’s Day color was blue. However, because of Ireland’s reputation as the Emerald Isle, green was adopted as the national color and appears on the Irish Flag.

Many wore the shamrock as a symbol of pride in their heritage.

Each year, thousands gather

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approved a motion to sign the letter of recommendation, but will not assist in paying for airfare.

The council reviewed the tree ordinance, which pertains to the cutting down and planting of trees in city limits. Smith suggested that the ordinance be simplified and shortened. Resseman also pointed out that the types of trees listed in the ordinance needs to be more defined. Mayor Krom made a motion to table the ordinance at this time.

The council approved a resolution ordering the preparation of report from Bolten & Menk Engineering. Project manager Brian Malm noted that the Auburn and Zenith project has a fairly aggressive schedule that has the city

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can’t see the people of Lanesboro thinking it’s a good idea to send someone to Germany so they might come back with new ideas.” stated council member Tom Smith.

Brown responded to Smith’s concern by reminding him that NRW is partnered with the U of M, who will assist with implementation.

“I think it’s good money spent for the future of the city.” remarked Mayor Krom. Brown estimated that the return on the investment will come in at around 2,000%.

LPU plans to review the application at their next meeting before sending it in. The council

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to share the traditional meal corned beef and cabbage. Cabbage has long been an Irish food, but corned beef was introduced at the turn of the century. Irish immigrants substituted corned beef for their traditional dish of Irish bacon to save money. Traditional Irish bands are still very popular today, still using the same instrument used centuries ago. Some instruments are the fiddle, the uilleann pipes, tin whistle, and an ancient drum.

After being conquered by the English, many Irish turned to music to help them remember important events and to hold on to their heritage and history.

Many of these traditions still happen. The Chicago River is dyed green every year for St. Patrick’s Day. Many people still get into the spirit by dressing in green and consuming green food and drinks.

The St. Patrick’s Day leprechaun is known for his sneaky tricks. Most likely, the idea of leprechauns stem from Celtic accepting bids in July and beginning construction on the approximately three month project in August. His next step is to prepare a feasibility study and noted that along with the project on Auburn and Zenith, Bolten & Menk will look at the citywide street needs as well.

Peterson noted that it had been brought to her attention that state statutes require all city offices to be closed on Columbus Day, which Lanesboro City Offices was not aware of. The council approved the change.

The council approved a $250 donation to the SMIF Foundation.

The city currently does not have a drone ordinance, but would like to have one in place.

Manion will prepare a sample ordinance for the council to review.

The city has received a request for Coffee Street to be closed from the east end to just before the Post Office from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 14 for Girls’ Day Out. They also received a request for the same day from a large motorcycle group who will be coming through Lanesboro and would like to park in front of the firehall for about an hour during the afternoon. As the two events would not conflict with each other, the council approved both requests.

The revised golf cart ordinance was approved.

The Turkey Federation gambling permit was approved.

Johnson asked that the city’s website be updated and stated that it is badly in need of some work. The EDA plans to update and streamline the website.

The public portion of the meeting was closed. The next meeting will be on April 4 at 5:30 p.m.

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belief in fairies, tiny men with magical powers to serve good or evil. Among the most popular of beliefs about leprechauns is that they are extremely wealthy and like to hide their gold in secret locations, which can only be revealed if a person were to actually capture a leprechaun.

Another popular belief is that one may find a leprechaun and his pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.

One of my favorite memories of a “leprechaun” was when we were kids in kindergarten; Mrs. Turner would mess up the room while we were at recess, so when we got back, we believed it was a leprechaun. She then would put jumping beans in a bag and say she had caught the leprechaun in action. We all believed her. She would always say we had to let it go, so we opened the window and all thought we saw the lepre-

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By Tammy Danielson Butter, bread, and gadgets As a good Norwegian girl, my menu often consists of something with bread and butter and my hips have said “thank you” for many years. We moms are always hearing about what food is good for our family, bad for our family, has the most calories, carbs, saturated fats, fiber, protein…help! Nutritional content overload! It is sometimes hard to keep up with what the national news considers death-by-food this week or what food has come back

into style after concerns about the nutritional content have been lifted. For example, do you remember when fondue was cool but then it wasn’t cool because of deep frying in oil and then it came back style, was cooler than ever and was trending?

Well, speaking of gadgets and bad eating habits, how about finding out that we cooks do not

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4. Pat half the mixture down in your pan and bake for 15 minutes. Place the other half in your fridge.

5. Mix a jar (11.5oz) of salted caramel sauce ice cream topping and mix with 2 Tbsp of flour.

6. Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the crust after it has baked, and crumble the remaining dough on top to cover the caramel layer.

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need to make a whole cake anymore; buy a cake pop maker! We also could forget making an entire batch of donuts; buy a 6-count donut maker! The kitchen convenience gadgets are infiltrating our stores and, unfortunately, I fell hard for a couple of them. Who doesn’t have two quesadilla makers? How many hand choppers does a girl need? The answer is two---one for home and one for the camper, of course! And there is no sense in having a plain old blender when you can choose a smoothie blender, the Ninja, or a Bullet. Unfortunately, my penny pinching ways bit me in the butt when I tried the no-name/ off-brand “bullet” appliance. It could mix up milk but anything else I added got stuck and the motor began to smoke. That one went to the gadget cemetery real quick.

What was the best gadget I had ever seen? Drum roll please!

Introducing the exciting and convenient as-seen-on-TV bacon bowl maker! I saw the commercial and thanked the lord for such a wonderful gadget. That was, until, I tried it. A friend gave me the bacon bowl maker, which I thought would be the next thing since sliced bread and was salivating while waiting to make the recipes they show on TV. It is sad to say, but my Saturday morning with my bacon bowl maker was a disaster! There was grease everywhere, despite the cute tray that was included, and the bowls stuck to the pan and the bacon was not crunchy. I could have turned my muffin pan upside down for the same greasy and soggy result. I decided it was God’s way of saying lay off the bacon, Tammy.

Many of the gadgets I see help me to make more fattening food in smaller quantities or at a faster rate. The latter is my trouble.

Seriously!---The last thing I need is to find a way to make fattening food in less time.

So, what is the best gadget you have in your kitchen? This recipe does not need any gadgets but does call for real butter. The original recipe calls for unsalted butter, but my friend makes uses salted butter and it is delicious.

As my hips say on this one, eat in moderation….enjoy!

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Melissa and Blaine are 2009 graduates of Mabel-Canton High School.

Melissa is a graduate of Western Technical College with an associate degree in Dental Hygiene, and a graduate of Viterbo University with a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Science. She is currently working as a hygienist at Dental Associates in Decorah, Iowa. Blaine attended RCTC and completed the BUM (Building, Utility, Maintenance) program. He is currently employed at POET biorefining of Preston.

Melissa and Blaine will be married on April 16, 2016, at Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel, Minn.

Bigalk ~ Hungerholt Steven & Laurie Bigalk of Mabel, Minn., are happy to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Chelsey Bigalk to Cody Hungerholt, son of Martin & Melanie Hungerholt of Lanesboro, Minn.

Chelsey graduated from MabelCanton High School in 2001 and went on to obtain her bachelor’s degree in Science- Nursing from Winona State University.

She is currently employed as an RN at Mayo Clinic- St. Mary’s Hospital.

Cody graduated from Lanesboro High School in 2006, and went on to obtain his bachelor’s degree in Social Studies Education at Winona State University. He currently teaches & coaches football at Houston High School. The couple resides in Mabel, Minn.

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Peterson approves change in electrical rate

By Kirsten Zoellner At the Wednesday, March 9 council meeting, the City of Peterson approved new electrical utility rates, following an indepth rate study. The study, con-

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A cost-of-service study indicated both revenue and cost, per rate class, as a guideline to rate adjustment. The recommendation includes a 10% revenue projection, or approximately $18,000, for the city. According to a summarized statement, this

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The Dual Fuel rate class pays $1 per month and $.043/Kwh, with $.06/Kwh in the summer (May-October). The new rate is $12 per month and $.116/ Kwh, $.136 in summer, with Dual Fuel at $3 per month and $.069/Kwh, $.12 in summer.

The summer rate will be applied June through August.

“It seems like a big increase, but the savings should be enough incentive to be on that rate,” noted Nigon. Compared with other municipalities, the new Peterson rate is considered to be in the middle average and quite comparable. It was additionally noted by Mayor Tim Hallum that that new rate is still a savings for the city when compared to the cost of having Tri-County Electric (TCE) take over the utility, which is the city’s only other choice. He noted both the council and TCE felt it was in the best interest of the city to maintain its own electric utility at this point.

It was also recommended

by Star Energy that the city implement a pole fee for other utilities, such as telephone or cable, which utilize the cityowned poles. The amount discussed was $14 per year per utility attachment per pole. It was recommended the city get an inventory of other utilities on the poles, along with the number of poles, and begin charging.

Krambeer stated that TCE has had good recovery from companies when implementing pole fees and that Star Energy has the ability to justify the charge using FCC recommendations.

“This will get you up to where you should be,” added Nigon.

“It’s necessary. Some may see it as a large increase, but this is what the cost is. It gets you even.”

“I think you have a good plan,” added Krambeer. “You’ve done a good job.”

Notice for the new rates will be officially posted as soon as possible to cover required notice guidelines. The rates will be effective June 1, 2016.

In other news, the city has made a decision on the location of the playground installation at the city park. The council had discussed placing the new structure down below the park, by the ballfields and site of the current playground, and at the top, by the pavilion, bathroom, and campground areas. Concerns for both sites over the last few months have included potential Americans with Disabilities Act requirements that may come

down the road regarding handicapped bathrooms, line of sight for camping families using the park, and lack of cell phone reception at the bottom and difficulty in using the park during ball games, traffic, proximity to the campground if at the top.

Mayor Hallum has been a proponent of having the playground at the top, citing that the school will no longer be in Peterson by 2017 and the ballfields may get far less usage, perhaps only once a year during Gammel Dag. Additionally, Hallum noted the concerns of bathroom convenience. Both Hallum and councilor Loren Rue have noted that traffic is not substantial enough to warrant placing the playground down below the hill. Councilor Dave Colbenson suggested the city could use speed limit and “Children at Play” signs, along with a speedbump on the gravel roadway if it becomes an issue.

Councilor Gail Boyum had earlier in the year suggested the bottom would be the most suitable place, but felt with a safety fence, the playground would be well suited up top. “I’m really conflicted,” she said. From a cost standpoint, either option was viable for the city, which has been busy collecting corporate and private donations for the project.

The council voted unanimously to approve the top site.

It was noted that a fence may be included if additional funding can be secured. The structure is slated to be installed Saturday, May 7 by the city, volunteers, and a representative from the manufacturer. A backup date has been scheduled for May 14.

The council also voted to stay with the 1% increase it provided to Public Works Manager Rick Lee for insurance compensation. Lee’s insurance premium is up significantly for the year, with subsidy down. City Clerk Megan Boyum noted it’s likely that the subsidy rate will be revised and brought back up near the previous level, which would help alleviate issues with the insurance.

The city has also made a change to its procedure for employee review. Future reviews will be done by closed council session each August, prior to setting the proposed budget in September.

Lastly, the council made an adjustment to the time of future council meetings. Meetings will still be held the second Wednesday each month, but will be at 6 p.m. instead of 7 p.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Wednesday, April 13. The public is encouraged to attend.

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By Donna Erdman On Saturday, March 5, the Kingsland 6th grade boys played three games at St. Charles.

Kingsland beat Plainview/Millville and St. Charles in the first two games and the last tournament game with Dover/Eyota, Kingsland won. Steve Hauser is the coach. Members of the team from Wykoff are Nickolas Eickhoff, Riley Eickhoff, and Walker Erdman. The next tournament games will be in LaCrosse on Saturday, March 12. Congratulations to the Kingsland 6th grade boys basketball players.

Carolyn Evers has counted eight robins. Marva Lee Eickhoff has seen four robins in their yard.

Pastor Michael Hopper of the Fillmore Free Methodist attended a training event for pastors and church leaders Ferbruary 24-26 at Clyio, Mich.

Following his hip replacement at St. Mary’s Hospital and rehab in Spring Valley, Pat Lipke is back home.

GMLOK softball will begin March 14, with the 9th and 10th grade girls in the south field in Spring Valley, where Al Williams is the coach.

LaDonna Nash reported that on Saturday night, family and friends were at the Branding Iron as a surprise birthday for Curt Nash.

The birthday of Orlo Link on Sunday was celebrated with seven other March birthdays at noon at the Pizza Ranch in Stewartville.

There were 37 who attended, which included a granddaughter that came from Chicago.

On Sunday, John and Deena Peterson and children and Marguerite Peterson drove to the home of Ross and Kathy Meyer in Maple Grove to celebrate family birthdays.

Wendy and Bretta Grabau attended the Fillmore Free Methodist Church Women’s Retreat at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch in Stewartville for the weekend, which concluded after Sunday dinner.

On Wednesday, March 2, those attending St. Johns Lutheran School Open House from 8-11 found it to be interesting while watching the classes in progress.

With smaller class sizes, students can obtain individual help when needed. Many also attended the chapel service at 11 a.m. and also the noon meal of pulled pork, buns, potato salad, bars, and beverage. The PTL lunch was served

by Mark and Sarah Burmeister, Matt and Wendy Snyder, and Karen Imm. The Wykoff United Methodist Church held its weekly lenten Bible study and soup at the home of Connie Bicknese. We will be meeting again on March 9 and 16. Interested people are welcome to join us.

Reminder: March is Food Share Month. The Wykoff churches have containers to collect food.

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On Thursday, Joan A. Kidd enjoyed lunch at Jack’s in

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Chatfield with a former Wykoff school friend, Cheryl Burk.

On Friday, Joan A. Kidd, Jean Moon, and Kathleen Roberts from the Wykoff United Methodist Church attended the World Day of Prayer service at Faith United Methodist Church in Spring Valley. This is a universal service conducted by a committee of intergenerational wisdom and experience of God’s profound love and acceptance.

On Saturday, Margaret Cole and Joan A. Kidd attended a Saturday women’s retreat at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch in Stewartville. The retreat was sponsored by the Fillmore Free Methodist Church as a weekend retreat, but also offered a one day retreat on Saturday. Vickie Tiede was a special speaker and she was wonderful. The church has a praise team and they shared their music with the group.

On Sunday, Lynn and Joan Kidd attended the play A Musical Romeo and Juliet, performed by the Stewartville Community Theatre and was performed at the Performing Arts Center at the Stewartville High School.

John and JoAnn Glady spent

last weekend in Mankato, where JoAnn enjoyed going downhill skiing with Julia and Janelle at Mt. Kato.

There will be a Citizens United for Kingsland meeting on March 17 at the Wykoff Comminity Center, beginning at 7 p.m., which will include a mission statement, committee reports, new committee formation, and public discussion. All Kingsland district residents are invited to attend.

Cindy Gallea of Wykoff ran the Iditarod Dog Sled Race that began in Alaska last week.

Tracy (Meyer) Stahnke has moved from Stewartville to Wykoff. Tracy and Angella Bornholdt were high school friend and graduated together. Damon Rubin, who is in the 6th grade at Kingsland, is also glad to be in the Wykoff area.

The Wykoff Lions meeting will be March 15 at Phil’s Building in Wykoff, which will be catered by Ody’s Country Meats of Spring Valley.

Al and Betty Schmidt attended the Grand Ol’ Opry at Waukon, Ia., on Sunday afternoon.

Six different bands played country music.

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Her request lead to a long discussion about where the responsibility lies concerning wastewater deficiencies in a number of the county’s unincorporated communities that don’t have a wastewater treatment system. Craig maintained this is just an application for Cherry Grove to be put on

the list, just a first step. It will not be known until August where the community will rank on the list. Cherry Grove is in both Forestville and York Townships.

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By Barb Jeffers The Fountain City Council met on March 3, 2016 for the regularly scheduled monthly meeting.

A community meeting was held at the Fountain Community Center on March 1 regarding Fountain Trail Days 2016. It was decided that the town celebration will be a one day event this year taking place on Saturday, June 25, 2016.

Tom Wente with Smith Schafer Associates reviewed the 2015 audit findings with the council: • General Fund Unassigned reserves equal 173% of annual general fund expenditures.

• Local property tax collections of $162,712 - State LGA of $69,397.

• Capital improvement fund balance of $61,693 available for future capital projects and equipment replacement fund balance of $10,334 available for future equipment needs after purchase of parking lot, tractor, snow blower, dump truck box, and shed roof in 2015.

• Fire fund reserves of $84,804 for future equipment purchases, in 2015 extrication tools and radios were purchased.

• MPFA Clean Water Revolving Loan payable - $749,407.

• Sewer fund is not generating sufficient cash flow to service debt.

• Adopted new Pension Account Standard - recorded liability for City’s portion of PERA under-

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funding $72,555 (Governmental $50,344, Enterprise Funds $22,211).

Motion by Wangen, second

by Gudmundson to approve the 2015 Audit. Motion carried.

Greg Johnson with WSB Engineering gave an update on improvements to the recycle pumps at the WWTP. After being approved and signing of the Magney Construction contract, the pumps will be delivered to the WWTP within three weeks.

WSB recommends proceeding with a pilot study for the proposed equalization tank which was previously recommended. Motion

by Schott, second by Wangen to approve moving ahead with the pilot study. Motion carried.

Motion by Schott, second by Wangen to approve the Magney Construction contract, with revisions including correct Contract Time and a firm bid not to exceed $56,700. Motion carried.

Scott Springer reviewed the Personnel Policy with the council for any necessary changes or deletions.

Springer will bring the amended Personnel Policy to the April 7, 2016 council meeting.

Motion by Schott, second by Gudmundson to approve Consent Agenda items. Consent Agenda items included Minutes from February 4, 2016 regular meeting, Treasurer’s Report, Monthly City Bills/Fire Department bills.

Motion carried.

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Loan / Lease financing avaiLabLe Live Online Bidding Available On GehlingLive.com Tractors – JD • 8330 MFWD-2008-3,189 hrs.- IVT-ILS-46” duals frt.& rear, • 7330 Premium MFWD-2010-1,107 hrs.partial P.S.-L.H.reverser-42”, • Indication these items qualify for 3.65% fixed financing to prequalified buyers, call for more info., Ford 5610 series II Special-1992-576 actual hrs. w/ 7210 loader, Case IH 7110 2 wheel- 1990-8810 hrs., Sprayers - Ag Chem 1254-2000-3,741 hrs-90’ boom, • 854-1998-4,224 hrs.-90’ boom, • 854-1995-3,473 hrs.-60/80’ boom, Fast 6400-1000 gallon w/60’ booms, Best Way Field pro IV-1000 gallon w,60’ boom, Best Way Field Pro III-1200 gallon w/80’ boom, Top Air 112 w/60’, Top Air 1200 w/ 80’ boom, JD 1750 12 row 30” planter w/ dry fertilizer-single discPneumatic down force-row cleaners-min-till coulters-seed firmers, JD 7000 12 row 30” front fold planter, JD 7000 6 row 30” conservation planter-liquid fert. D.D. operes, 2) Case IH 1063 corn heads completely rebuilt- 2011 Wink Inovator 40’ end dump trailer-very good, 3) Partial Farm Lines Clement Farms Partial Farm line Selling At Approx. 12:00 Noon –For More Information Call Clement Farms 507-346-2800-Including JD 9560RT-2014-1078 hrs.-36” belts, Case IH 500 Quadtrac-2012-1382 hrs.-30” belts, JD 8345R-2010-2000 hrs.-IVT-ILS-50” w/ duals frt.& rear, JD 4830 sprayer-2011-1281 hrs.-90’ boom loaded, JD 2623VT40’8” w/ hyd. raise rolling basket, 2) JD 2310 45’9” mulch finishers w/ rolling baskets, JD 2210 55’ field cultivator w/ 4 bar, JD 2410 50’ chisel plow w/ Raver NH3 kit-2) coolers-15” spacing, Sunflower 4511 15 shank chisel plow, Krause 45’ Landsman TL6200 soil finisher w/ rolling basket, JD 3710 10 bottom plow, Blue Jet AT 5000 52 ½’ NH3 applicator w/ 2 Raven coolers & controllers, Unverferth 3750 seed tender w/ scale on tri axle trailer, Unverferth 3750 truck mount seed tender, 3) JD 1770 24 row 30” CCS planters-liquid fertilizer-piston pump-seed star var. drive-row shut offs-tru v openers w/ walking gauge wheels-air down force-Dawn adjustable row cleaners-liquid ins.-tire scrapers-pro max 40 flat disksoybean metering disk-markers-2014-2012 & 2010- 2010 has refuge tank,- Grain Carts- Brent 1396 w/ 30” belts-scalepistol grip contols-2) cameras, Brent 1394 w/ 30” belts- scale & 2) cameras, JD 612C corn head w/ knife rolls & hyd. Deck plates, JD 520 20’ stalk chopper w/ end transport, 2) Timpte Hopper Bottom Trailers 2011 & 2009- Timpte H4222-42’ w/ ag hoppers-66” sides-S.S. corners & rear-ladders- Shur-Lok roll tarps-22.5 w/ Aluminum wheels, For more information call Clement Farms 507-346-2800.

Mark Sedelbauer Partial Farm Line Selling At Approx. 11:00 AM – For More information call Mark 715-299-2529including JD 4850 MFWD-1983-12,580 hrs.-38” w/ duals, JD 4850 2 wheel-1983-12,200 hrs.-38” w/ duals, I H 656 gas, JD 9550 Side Hill combine-2425 sep.-3550 eng.-4X4-60 series updats-chopper-30.5X32, JD 620 hydra flex, Drago N6 corn head, EZ Trail 680 head trailer, J D R450 windrower-2012-548 cutter hrs.-792 eng. Hrs. w/995-16’ head, Krone Big Pack 890 High Speed Big Square Baler w/steerable tandem axles-2014 – like new, Vermeer R 2800 Rake 2014 like new, Vermeer BP 8000 bale processor, JD 1760 12 row 30” flex frame planter w/ liquid fertilizer-row cleaners-HD down pressure-3 bu. boxes, JD 1590 15’ drill w/ 15” spacing-grass seed-markers-dolly wheel hitch, Landoll 850 19” soil finisher w/5 bar, Phillips 43’ rotary harrow, Knight pro twin 8030 Slinger, Ag Systems 1000 gallon nurse tank on tandem axle trailer- UFT 400 grain cart, Woods 315 15’ batwing mower, 1994 IH 9200-M 11-10 speed-twin screw-like new 22.5 tires w/ Dakota 20’ aluminum box-new tarp & Scott Hoist, 2014 Big Tex 25’ gooseneck trailer w 48” spread tandem axles-dual wheels-dove tail & ramps Bill Rowkamp Partial Farm Line Including - Agco Allis 9755 MFWD-2001-6503 hrs.-42” w/ duals, Valtra 900 MFWD 5533 hrs.-16.9X34, Valtra 900 MFWD 9500 hrs.-16.9X34, Skid Loaders- JD 318D-6320hrs.-cab, NH L 170-2007-approx.

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Call Terry Keller to prequalify, 1-866-577-1831 or 1-877-381-0906.

All other items cash or good check day of sale.

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The city council has been asked to adopt a position of support for the Rochester Regional Airport Bonding Bill. No action at this time.

A request was made by the City of Lanesboro to pass a resolution of support for rehabilitation of the Lanesboro Dam. Motion by Wangen, second by Schott for approval. Motion carried.

A request was made to adopt a position of support of a 45.5 million dollar increase to the LGA program from the Coalition of Greater MN was presented. No action was taken at this time.

Motion by Wangen, second

by Gudmundson to approve an On Sale and Sunday Sale liquor license to Los Gables for 2016.

Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned.

In City Maintenance the city received a phone call from a resident of Fountain concerned about a tree on their boulevard that had dead branches falling. City Maintenance worker Hanson will remove the tree and hire a company to grind the stump.

The City of Fountain is waiting for one last bid on cleaning and maintenance work on the water tower. All bids will be reviewed at the April 7, 2016 meeting.

Hanson will be attending the SE AWWA water training March 9 and 10.

Police Chief Mosher reported on February activity. February 2 Death notification. February 16 Harassment issue - harassment has stopped. February 17 - A woman thought she witnessed a burglary at a Fountain business at 7:30 am.

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Thanks to John & Kari Ristau & Matt Gehling for doing the auctioneering, Digger for playing some tunes & letting them use his equipment, to Jeremy at Wheelers for donating his place to allow us to host it there. Sysco for the food, Pork Producers, Spring Valley Bakery, Hanson family for the desserts, Preston IGA, Culligan, Foremost Farms, Harmony IGA, Kwik Trip-Harmony, MN Energy, Preston Public Utilities, C&M Embroidery for the shirts, and tons & tons of people who volunteered their vehicles, time, & energy. Special thanks to Preston Police Department, Preston Fire Department and Fire & Rescue & wives, Harmony Fire Department, Fountain Fire Department, Stewartville Fire Department, Fillmore County Sheriff Deputies, State Patrol, Preston Ambulance for all your dedication to keeping us all safe. Thank you City of Preston & F&M Bank for helping us through this process. I pray I didn’t leave anyone out, as there are so many people to thank. I know for sure we have the most talented people in our area, so creative to come up with so many beautiful donations. We are forever grateful! As we move forward now, the demolition has begun and we are ready to move towards serving all of you once again!!

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Harmony. He was in Washington Dahl asked that this issue be D.C. a few years ago as a staff presented at township annu- member in the Office of Senator al meetings, adding that there Al Franken. Trehus maintained are grants available for a needs that during this time he observed assessment. Commissioner Mitch how government shouldn’t operLentz agreed that the issue should ate; making note of a two-week

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Monday, March 14, 2016 government shut down, which was a time of intimidation and extreme partisanship. Trehus feels this partisanship also exists in St. Paul. He believes in building consensus and compromise, adding this is why he is running for the House seat.

Trehus said if he has the opportunity to serve, he will rely on a positive relationship with local governments. He listed County Program Aid as a huge concern, saying it must be increased.

Without a raise in CPA, local governments will be forced to raise property taxes.

He expressed dismay that he is not seeing compromise in this current legislative session for the creation of a sustainable funding plan for transportation. He noted that there are many deficient bridges in both Fillmore and Houston Counties.

He maintained that adequate funding for schools is the right thing to do for our kids. It is

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important to bring young people back into the area. If we are serious about keeping our young people in the area, we must invest in rural broadband.

Other business in brief Approval was given to hire current county employee Jessica Erickson, PHN as the new Director of Nursing.

Approval was given to advertise for an RN, PHN, or a social worker to take on the work load now being done by Jessica Erickson.

Approval was given to advertise for an Account Technician/Case Aide for Community Services.

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Bobbie Vickerman explained that a case aide will do more of the paperwork, allowing nurses to spend more time with their clients.

Highway Engineer Ron Gregg asked for approval to purchase a tandem truck with munibody front unloader, plow, wing and hydraulics. The purchase of a 2016 Mack GU713 AF Tandem truck from Nuss and Equipment with trade-in of a 2002 Ford Sterling was approved at a cost of $92,345. Approval was given to purchase associated equipment from Universal Truck Equipment at a cost of $102,087.

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ShapeS & ModelS Mrs. Duff’s Kindergarten class has been learning about shapes and making models of 3D shapes.

Congratulations to the Fillmore Central Communities on receiving the Chevrolet Drive For Education Grant of $15,000.00.

Money will help with baseball field storage and seating areas! Thanks to all those that voted!

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to Adeline Peters, a member of the Fillmore Central Photography Club. Addie won 2nd place in the National Soil and Water Conservation District Photo Contest. Her photo of a stream was entered in the Youth Conservation Practices photo. She won a $50 prize for her entry.

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ADULT ENRICHMENT • AARP 55 Alive Class Refresher Course, March 14, FC Elem. Meeting Room 5-9 pm Fee $15 (AARP Member) or $20 (non-member) written to AARP. Facility fee $5/person written to ISD#2198. Call Angi to register ahead of time 507.765.3809. The Beginner Course HAS BEEN CANCELED. • Get Fit! updated March schedule and registration are available online under Community Ed. Come to class or stop into Community Ed to register.

• Co-Ed Basketball League Wednesday nights at Fillmore Central Elementary Stage Gym, Preston through March 30. Start time 6:30. $30 for the season or $3 per week.

• Co-Ed Indoor Soccer every Sunday night, 5-8 pm at the Elementary Gym in Preston. Enter through Door 12. $3.00 per week or $25.00 for the season.

• Adult Co-Ed Volleyball every Tuesday night at 7pm at the Elementary Gym in Preston. Enter through Door 12. $3.00 per session or $30.00 for the season.

• New Class – Want a class but don’t see it being offered? Call Angi at 765-3809, option 6. Looking for class instructors and other ideas that the community would enjoy.

Congratulations Pre-schoolers on meeting the 100 Book Challenge for the Action 100 Program!

Reading Ms. Nelson’s class and Mrs. Scrabeck’s class are reading to each other.

Change of Dates • The Elementary Spring Music Concert will be Monday, March 21, with a 1:30 PM matinee performance and a 7:00 pm evening performance in Preston.

• The Spring Band Concert has been moved to May 16th in Harmony.

Kindergarteners Celebrate 100th Day of School!

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• Section 1A Large Group Music Contest on Tuesday, March 15 hosted at FCHS from 4-9 pm for both bands and choirs in our area.

• FCHS Local Small Group Recital/Clinic is scheduled for Thursday, March 17 from 5:30-9 pm in the hs cafeteria and choir room.

• State Small Group Contest is on Thursday, April 14 at Rushford Peterson HS. • Big Band Bash will feature both the junior high jazz band and the high school jazz band as well as the guest artist group of the Adi Yeshaya quintet. Adi teaches at the Berkeley School of Music, is the music arranger for the NBC TV hit series, “The Voice”, and has his own distinguished performing career as a pianist. His group will be playing their own concert on Friday, May 6 at 7 pm at the “Hall” (Former American Legion) in Harmony. They will play with the FC Bands at the annual dinner concert at Wheelers on Saturday, May 7 at 6 pm.

Tickets for the May 6 show are $10 and available at the door. Tickets for the dinner concert are $20 and will go on sale through the FC Jazz Department in March.

• FC Choir and Band Performance Trip to St. Louis is scheduled for June 18-22.

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•Chatfield AA meeting, 7:30pm, Pio­neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*

•Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.*

SAT., MARCH 19

•Used Book Sale, 1-4pm, Houston Co. Historical Society, 104 History Ln, Caledonia. Bag sale/reductions.

•Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*

TUES., MARCH 15 •Senior Strength Training, 8:30-9:10am, Harmony Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-6pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Semcac bus to Rochester, picks up for shopping 9:35am, United Methodist Church, Preston; 10am, Fountain State Bank. Call (800) 944-3874 to ride.

•Senior Strength Training, 10:15-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. Info, call (507) -272-3731.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.*

WED., MARCH 16

•Tai Ji Quan: Moving for a Better Balance for seniors, 11am-12pm, Coffee Street Fitness, Lanesboro. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*

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•Senior Strength Training, 8:30-9:10am, Harmony Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Free Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:304pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.*

•Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Senior Strength Training, 10:15-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, call (507) 288-6944.* •Rushford Senior Dining, 10:30am-12pm, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.

•Beginning Quilting Class, 1-4, 5:308:30, Cheryl’s Fabric Garden, reservations/ info 507-467-4466.

•Story Hour for ages 3-5, 11am, Harmony Public Library.* •Chatfield Brass Band rehearsal, 7pm, Chatfield Elem. Band Room. New members welcome. Info, call (507) 8673315 or bcdnarv@aol.com.* •Citizens United for Kingsland meeting, 7pm, Wykoff Community Center. Kingsland district residents invited.

•Used Book Sale, 8-3, Houston County Historical Society, 104 History Ln, Caledonia.

•Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* •St. Johns Food Shelf, 9-10:30am, St. Johns Lutheran Church, 241 Line St. S., Wykoff.

•Bluff Country ATV Club meeting, 10am, Rushford American Legion.

•Lanesboro Farmers Market vendor meeting, 10am, downstairs of Lanesboro Community Center.

•Mabel Food Shelf, 10am-12pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak. •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507)765-2518.*

MON., MARCH 21

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

Summary of Minutes March 1, 2016 County Board Meeting The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were not present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press.

The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: NONE The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda.

• the following amended Consent Agenda: 1. February 23, 2016 County Board minutes.

2. Family and Medical Leave for Employee #1482.

• purchase of 2015 624K Wheel Loader from RDO Equipment, Rochester, MN. • purchase of HP EliteBook 850 with docking station and (2) HP 24” LED monitors.

• public hearing on April 5, 2016 to update capital preservation plan for local option sales tax.

• resignation of Matthew Hoff, Jailer.

• updated “Fleet Vehicles” policy.

• hire of temporary office support specialist for Public Health.

• adopt updated Joint Board of Health bylaws.

• purchase of eight Early Childhood Physical Activity Kits for SEMCAC through SHIP grant dollars.

• Coordinator and Human Resources Officer to complete Human Resource Management Certificate program through Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust.

• replace outdoor bench with bench in honor of Judge Robert Benson for Courthouse building from donations.

The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Ancom Technical Center, services $8,902.00 CDW Government, Inc., asset purchase $661.29 Eide Bailly LLP, services $9,500.00 Luhmann Law, LLC, services $530.00 MN Home Care Association, dues $1,543.24 Nethercut Schieber PLLP, services $750.00 Phone Station, Inc., services $596.50 Schmidt, Larry, services $3,075.70 Thomson Reuters, reference materials $1,044.25 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $26,602.98 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (28 bills not listed) $4,764.80 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $31,367.78 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Bauer Built, Inc., services $3,707.72 Dave Syverson Freightliner, parts $2,288.89 DLT Solutions, Inc., services $3,465.95 Erickson Engineering Co., services $1,278.00 Hovey Oil Co., Inc., fuel $4,145.94 Morem Electric, Inc., services $1,166.48 Ronco Engineering Co., Inc., supplies $1,581.55 Universal Truck Equipment, Inc., parts $5,064.53 Western Petroleum Company, supplies $3,204.67 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $25,903.73 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (listed above) $1,385.21 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $27,288.94 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (None) $0.00 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (2 bills - not listed) $43.42 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $43.42 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date.

Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse.

Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566.

Publish 14

Fillmore Cemetery Board NOTICE The Fillmore Cemetery Board will hold it’s annual meeting on March 26th at 8:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Fillmore Free Methodist Church.

Publish 14, 21 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING of Bristol Center Cemetery Association The annual meeting of the Bristol Center Cemetery Association will be on March 26, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at the Harmony House Restaurant in Harmony, MN. Don Bellingham, Secretary/Treasurer Publish 14,21

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notice of time change Fountain Township The Fountain Township Board of Supervisors will conduct regular monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month at the Fountain Fire Hall. Meetings for the months of April, 2016 through November, 2016 will begin at 8:00 p.m.

Dan Graskamp, Clerk Publish 14,21

PUBLIC NOTICES

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on October 7, 2016, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

State of minnesota county of fillmore DISTRICT COURT third judicial district Quiet Title A.G Group LLC, formerly A.G. Group Limited, Plaintiff, vs.

Patrick Caldwell and Hanlon Prestby as Trustees of CCGM Trust; Georgia F. Lee, Stanley Lee, Leo B. Snyder, and Margaret Snyder; also the unknown heirs of Georgia F. Lee, deceased, Stanley Lee, deceased, Leo B. Snyder, deceased, and Margaret Snyder, deceased; also any and all other persons or entities unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein, Defendants.

THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon plaintiff’s attorneys an Answer to the Complaint which is on file in the office of the Court Administrator of the above-named Court, within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons upon you, exclusive of the day of service. If you fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: August 15, 2007 MORTGAGOR: Carmen Wojahn, unmarried.

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Bank, FSB. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded August 22, 2007 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 360391.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: M&T Bank. Dated January 4, 2016 Recorded January 8, 2016, as Document No. 406632.

TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100133700023497038 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Countrywide Bank, FSB RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 110 East Highway 52, Canton, MN 55922 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 09.0010.050 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Beginning at a point 33 feet North and 193 feet East of the Southwest Corner of the North Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 21, Township 101 North, Range 9 West, thence East 70 feet, thence North 220 feet, thence West 70 feet, thence South 220 feet to place of beginning, in the City of Canton, situated in Fillmore County in the State of Minnesota COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $48,450.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $45,692.42

That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: April 7, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must

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MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.”

Dated: January 29, 2016 M&T Bank Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee

USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 37-16-001038 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 8,15,22,29,7,14 NOTICE OF HEARING Please take notice that a Permanency Petition for the Termination of Parental Rights or Transfer of Permanent Legal Custody of the biological child of Jacqueline Barton and Ryan Kite was filed with the Fillmore County Juvenile Court on February 3, 2016. Pursuant to law, Jacqueline Barton and Ryan Kite are parties to this proceeding. The Court has scheduled an Adjudicatory hearing regarding the Termination of Parental Rights or Transfer of Permanent Legal Custody Petition on April 6, 2016 @ 1:15 pm and continuing on April 7, 2016 @ 9:00 a.m., at the Fillmore County Courthouse, Preston ,MN 55965. You are required to appear at the hearing on the date and time above. If you fail to appear at the hearing, the hearing may take place in your absence, the Court may find you in contempt of court, or it may issue a warrant for your arrest, or all of the above. The Court may find the statutory grounds set forth in the Petition have been proven, or the Court may issue an Order granting the relief requested in the Petition, which may include terminating the parental rights of the parents. As a party to this matter you have numerous rights and responsibilities, therefore, your presence at the hearing are required.

Melissa Hammell Assistant Fillmore County Attorney P.O. Box 307 Preston MN 55965 507-765-2530 507-765-4543 (fax) Publish 7, 14, 21

Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Horihan Insurance 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 302 S Mill Street Rushford, MN 55971 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address.

Linda Horihan, INC. 302 S Mill Street Rushford, MN 55971 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. /s/ Wayne L. Mehrkens Publish 7, 14

This action involves, affects, or brings into question real property situated in the County of Fillmore, State of Minnesota described as follows: The Northwest quarter except the south 25 acres, in Section 30, Township101N, Range 9W, containing 136.87 acres, more or less, according to the U.S. government survey thereof.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the object of said action is to obtain a judgment declaring that plaintiff is the owner in fee of the property described above, and that the defendants, and each of them, have no right, title, estate, interest, or lien in or upon the said real estate.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that no personal claim is made by plaintiff against any of the defendants.

Civil cases are subject to Alternative Dispute Resolution processes as provided in Rule 114 of the General Rules of Practice for the District Courts. Alternative Dispute Resolution includes mediation, arbitration, and other processes set forth in the rules. You may contact the Court Administrator for information about these processes and about resources available in your area.

Law Office of Thomas M. Manion, P.A. Thomas M. Manion MN# 0067167 204 Parkway Ave. N., P.O. Box 420 Lanesboro, MN 55949 Telephone: 507-467-2317 Facsimile: 507-467-2400 e-mail: tmanion@tmanionlaw.com ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF Publish 7, 14, 21 REQUEST FOR QUOTES FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP The Fountain Township Board of Supervisors is requesting quotes for the following: Class II road rock on a per ton basis for quarry pickup and or to be delivered and spread within the Township at the Supervisor’s discretion. Blading, trucking, and snow removal on a per hour basis. Quote must be accomplianed by and equipment list. All quotes must be accompanied by a certificate of insurance. All qotes must be delivered in an envelope marked “Quote Enclosed” and be in the hands of the Clerk by 6:00 pm, April 6, 2016. Quotes will be opened at the April 7, 2016 regular meeting at the Fountain Fire Hall beginning at 8:00 pm.

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all qutoes.

Dan Graskamp Clerk Publish 14,21,28

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Monday, March 14, 2016

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SPECIAL MEMBER MEETING NOTICE A Special Meeting of the Members of Tri-County Electric Cooperative will be held at the Cooperative’s headquarters at 31110 Cooperative Way, Rushford, Minnesota, on April 9, 2016, at 3 p.m., for the purpose of acting upon the proposed Plan of Merger approved by the Board of Directors and for considering such other matters as may come before said meeting or any adjournment of adjournments thereof.

The legal document constituting the formal, detailed Plan of Merger and a special meeting notice were included with the official ballot and voting instructions mailed to all members on March 1. Proposed changes to the Articles of Incorporation and a summary of the Bylaws were published in the Cooperative’s February issue of the Light Conversation. Copies of the Articles of Incorporation and complete Bylaws for the combined entity are available at the Cooperative and are posted on the Cooperative’s website, www.tec. coop.

The Board of Directors unanimously recommends the approval of the Plan and urges your favorable support.

We welcome your questions concerning the Plan and hope that you will feel free to contact the Cooperative if you have questions.

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• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Remodeled baths • 2 Car garage 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 2 Car Garage (880 sq. ft.) • 2 Remodeled • 4 Bedrooms baths • 2 Car garage 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 2 Car Garage ft.) trim, built-ins, • Main floor living • 2,274 sq. ft. • 3 City lots 3,748 (880 sq. ft.,sq.

Original 9’ Ceilings • Main floor living • 2,274 sq. ft.

• 3 City lots • Wood floors • Original woodwork • Leaded window 3,748 sq. ft., Original trim, built-ins, 9’ Ceilings Hardwood floors, Leaded/Stained windows • Newer roof, vinyl siding, central air & furnace • Wood woodwork • Leaded window Updated windows & roof, Tons of potentialfloors • Original Hardwood floors, Leaded/Stained windows

Updated windows & roof, Tons of potential

• Shop, 2 restrooms, offices, retail, break room

2 Walkout townhome lots with private backyards. This upscale neighborhood is on a paved dead end road with city utilities. Only $20,000/each.

• Newer roof, vinyl siding, central air & furnace

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

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www.timdanielson.com

• $37,900 - $39,900 • 0.31 acres - 0.42 acres OUTL OT B • Covenant Controlled • Close to HURRY Elementary LOTS ARE SELLING FAST - ONLY 3 LOTS REMAINING AMC School OD R. S E • Close to Golf Course HILLSIDE DR. SE

• 3 Bedrooms • Bath • 2,400 sq. ft. • 0.41 Acre lot • Fireplace • Wood floors • Partially finished LL $189,900 $147,900 $99,000 • 1957 Ranch w/full basement • 2 Enclosed porches • 2nd 160 floor1STcurrently rents for $525/month • Totally remodeled kitchen & baths • Deck #4068237 STREET NW, HARMONY #4065823 #4058113 • Newer windows, vinyl siding, roof, mechanicals 924 WASHINGTON ST NW, PRESTON COUNTY 20, PRESTON • Garage/outbuilding w/9,663 • Hardwood floors • Newer21225 windows • New roof & furnace •3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 0.52 sq. acreft.lotplus loft 3 Bedrooms • Bath • 2,400trees sq. ft. • 0.41 Acre lot• Shop, 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2 Car Garage (768 • 2 sq.

Carft.)garage • •Corner lot with mature • Fireplace • Wood offices, floors • Partially LL 2 restrooms, retail, finished break room • Vinyl siding • Pellet stove•• Totally • 2005remodeled Septic •kitchen Pasture • 1957 Ranch w/full basement • 2 Enclosed porches • 2nd floor currently rents for $525/month & baths • Deck • Just off the blacktop • Move-in-Condition • Hardwood floors • Newer windows • New roof & furnace • Newer windows, vinyl siding, roof, mechanicals • Garage/outbuilding w/9,663 sq. ft. plus loft

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2 Bedroom add wall for 3rd, 3 Bath, Wet bar Main floor laundry, paneled doors, fireplace Master suite with whirlpool tub, separate shower Brick/Stone work inside & out, Private backyard

$104,900

$185,000 #4067998 26114 JASMINE DRIVE, FOUNTAIN

528 DIVISION ST NE, CHATFIELD

$209,900

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED 1-OWNER

GREAT HORSE SETUP & HUNTING PROPERTY!

11 ACRES

Realty Co. • 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2 Car Garage (768 sq. ft.)

• 2 Bedroom • Garage • Main floor living

$159,900

•3 Main floor bedrooms • 2 baths • Garage • Storage shed • Steel siding • Replacement windows • Hardwood floors • Updated kitchen w/hickory cabinets & new appliances • Patio • Recently finished lower level family room

CHATFIELD TOWNSHIP

$209,900

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NEW LISTING

104 BURR OAK AVENUE NE, CHATFIELD #4068237

• 4 Bedroom • 2,478 sq. ft. • 0.25 Acre lot • Kitchen, Bath, Laundry remodeled in 2003 • Newer roof, windows, doors, vinyl siding, CA • Main floor living • Short walk to downtown/school

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NEW LISTING

2004 WALK-OUT RANCH

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

RushfoRd 412 W Center street $69,900

2 BR, 2 BA Nicely Decorated Large Heated Garage

“Historic Carriage House Apartments” - 9 Units Close to Downtown

7 AVE B NE, CHATFIELD

Rod Darr Cell 507-951-3843 rod@darrauctions.com

PETERsoN 94 River street $99,900

RushfoRd 264 W Park st $305,900

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2 Bedrooms, Attached garage, Solid, 0.18 ac Hardwood floors, Steel siding, Good roof Level lot with alley access, Dry basement New gutters, Room to expand in lower level

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LOTS AND ACREAGES FOR SALE HURRY LOTS ARE SELLING FAST - ONLY 3 LOTS REMAINING

PRESTON – Large (0.63 acre) city lot in newer development overlooking the Golf Course with city utilities. #4067246 $27,900 $24,900

CANTON 5.61 acre building site withSALE quality built garage/hunting LOTS- AND ACREAGES FOR cabin (32’ x 32’) in rural Amherst Township. Near State Land and Trout $63,900 streams. #4067224 $67,900 PRESTON – Large (0.63 acre) city lot in newer development overlooking the Golf Course with city utilities. #4067246 $27,900 $24,900

CHATFIELD – Commercial lot offering 0.85 acres, city utilities, level,

CANTON - 5.61 acre building site with quality built garage/hunting 311 feet of Hwy 30 frontage, ready to build & only couple blocks off Hwy cabin (32’ x 32’) in rural Amherst Township. Near State Land and Trout #4062958 $89,900 $63,900 streams. 52. #4067224 $67,900 CHATFIELD – Commercial lot offering acres,xcity utilities, level,corner of a dead end FOUNTAIN – Large level 0.85 lot (132’ 300’) on the 311 feet of Hwy 30 ready to build & only couple $19,900 blocks off Hwy $16,900 street in frontage, an established neighborhood.

52. #4062958 $89,900 FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900

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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

508 lynDale aVe. Spring Valley $159,900 Hard to find 5 bdrm 3 bath split level home. Excellent location and numerous updates. Beautiful landscaped yard and tiered deck leading to perennial gardens & storage shed. The home is spacious & bright with large bay windows in lower level, allowing for plenty of natural sunlight.

Dual thermostat heat, an abundance of storage, separate laundry area, formal dining room and eat in kitchen. Neutral carpet in family room & laminate floors add to the beauty of this home. With winter upon us, you will love the 2 gas fireplaces to stay warm and cozy. Call for your appointment to see today!

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404 n. BroaDWay Spring Valley $179,900

“One of a kind” property listed on the National Historic Registry. This brick home has 5 bedrooms, but could be expanded to 6. The double brick structure is well insulated. Updates include repairs on front porch, metal roof on house & garage, new side porch, updated windows, interior updates, newer appliances, and tuck point work on foundation. You will be impressed with the unique architectural features throughout the home.

Hardwood floors, original woodwork, arched doorways, exposed brick on dining room wall, and large bedrooms.

Located on larger lot with mature trees.

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Charming & updated!

5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home.

Finished basement with 2 bedrooms & hobby area. 3 season porch plus back deck. $119,000

An ideal mixture of crop & woods, this property offers rec land along with income. 40 Acres crop land, approx. 10 acres CRP, 40 acres woods, balance pasture.

Move to the country & build!

Buildable 2.83 Acre Lot

nolan Valley Lots Great access from public road into this rural subdivision. Zoned rural residential ag- bring your animals!

Up to 13 Acres w/ creek. Build a cabin or your dream home.

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Previously the Olmsted Medical Building located on Tracy Road. The building is in great condition and would be a wonderful building for variety of uses or businesses. Approximately 3,800 sq ft with the building and an acre lot with approximately 25 spaces of parking. The parking lot is asphalt. The building has steel siding with brick accent. The lower level is finished complete with kitchen area. Inquire about Economical Development Assistance.

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116 pArkwAy Ave. n

$184,900 Ranch home • Wood floors • Formal living room • Formal Main floor living • Living room w/knotty pine • lAnesboro dining room • Family room w/gas fireplace • Newer roof • New flooring • New appliances • Newer furnace Great opportunity to own this building located Updated electrical box • Heated garage • Large car port • • New roof • New windows • Main floor laundry • in a high traffic area in scenic Lanesboro.

Storage shed • Garden area • Patio • Firepit 3 –car heated garage • Close to bike trail Opportunities are unlimited. 2 rental units also on 2nd level. Ideal for a retail business. Buy now and be ready for the spring activity.

205 frAnklin st. nw ! $117,500 D E C preston 332 CedAr st.

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Large Duplex (could be B&B or residential) • 4 bedrooms and 2 baths on 1 side • 3 bedrooms and 4 baths on side • Wood floors • 10 foot ceilings • Newer roof • Covered porch • Deck • Formal living room • Formal dining room • 2 furnaces • Air units • Separate electric meters • 2 car garage • Unlimited potential $145,000

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4 burr oAk Ave. ChAtfield

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3 Large Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Remodeled and Updated • .52/acre lot • Open kitchen w/island • Large living room • D/O open to 2nd level • Main floor master w/bath • Main floor laundry • 2 car garage • New windows • Vinyl siding

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Spacious 2-story • 4 bedroom • 2 baths • Main floor laundry • Large private lot • Large covered porch • 3-season porch • Deck • New appliances stay • New furnace and water heater • Sunken family room • Living room • Built-ins

25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939 www.SEMNrealestate.com Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

Near downtown!

Unique opportunity to own an inn. Rent single rooms or suites to accommodate large groups.

Separate owners living area on main floor. Call today!

Serving Se Minnesota FOr 27 YeArS

Kelsey Bergey Real Estate Agent remax@harmonytel.net Office 507-886-4221

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314 N Ash, MABEL

$193,000

hArMony Large wooded corner lot • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • .32/acre • Large living room • Dining room • Open kitchen • New roof • 2 car attached garage • Storage shed • Patio • Schools can Unlimited potential for the commercial property on be Fillmore Central, Lanesboro, Chatfield, or Kingsland 2 acres conveniently located on high traffic area.

Building with new metal roof, cement floor, knotty • Upper level laundry • Could be used as rental also pine ceilings and walls, loft area, garage, patio, covered decks and outbuildings

OPEN HOUSE SAT. March 19, 10-11:30AM 210 Main Ave S, HARMONy 235 Harwood Ave NE, CHAtFIELd Quality built 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom your look is over! home. Great floor plan and generous Mint condition w/quality updates inside & storage. Paneled doors and custom trim. out. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, lg 1 car tuckunder Great location! $142,500 garage. Great yard w/ patio area. $155,500 332 Minnesota Ave W, MABEL 100 Elmwood St E, LANESBORO Quiet Location Large 3 bedroom, 4 bath home w/ quality finishes.

Private back yard with great landscaping.

Large attached garage plus detached garage. $168,000

acreage/hoBBy farm 18529 160Th ST. Spring Valley $219,000

Chatfield Office Rochester Office 221 S. Main St. 4123 26th St. NW

ChAtfield

$124,900

• 4 bedrooms • Main floor laundry • Living room • Formal dining • Remodeled bath and kitchen • Deck • Enclosed porch • Large 2+ garage

Roxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI RoxanneJohnson@remax.net Cell: 507-458-6110 iNg

Great Investment property! Whether you decide to live in half of this duplex and rent the other half out or rent out both units - this property has excellent rental history & is in pristine condition. Numerous updates are listed on my website or give me a call!

Each unit has 2 bedrooms and a full bath, stove & refrigerator and deck and/or patio to each unit.

Lower level partially finished with laundry area, garage and extra storage. Beautifully landscaped yard w/many perennials and great location!

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Unlimited potential for this Impressive Victorian • Zoned residential & Commercial • Previous owners included well$122,500 known French Restaurant and B&B • Unlimited Ng Listi potential • 4 bedrooms • 4 baths • Wood floors NEw 603 CAlhoun Ave lAnesboro throughout • Unending character • Gorgeous open staircase • Completely updated mechanicals Ranch home • 3 • High ceilings • Walk-up attic ready to be finished bedrooms on main floor • 2-baths • Wood floors • Endless amount of activities: canoeing, biking, • Large living room • Deck • Garage • Move-in ready tubing, theater, restaurants, boutiques, parks, $199,500 breathtaking scenery, golf courses, and much more • This unique opportunity needs to be 310 MAple dr. lAnesboro viewed to appreciate.

1-level living • Large ranch • 3 bedrooms • 3 baths • Master bath • $85,000 Ng Walk-in closet • In-floor heat in house and garage • Listi 200 Ashburn st. e NEw Maple kitchen cabinets • Main floor laundry • Open lAnesboro living and dining and kitchen • Deck

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Charming 1 1/2 story home • 3 bedrooms • Remodeled and updated • .42/acre private lot • Cul-de-sac • Mudroom • New roof • New windows • Vinyl siding • Garage • Peaceful setting

Original woodwork throughout • Wood floors • Large formal dining room• Living room • Kitchen w/pantry • Built-ins • Next to Root River and scenic bluffs • Close to State Bike Trail

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715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com 101 cenTennial ST. e.

Wykoff $189,900 Absolutely stunning executive home with incredible design.

Formal living and dining areas, kitchen w/wrap around center island & breakfast nook overlooking the beautifully landscaped back yard and patio area. Master bedroom w/jetted tub & dressing area with many built in drawers. Lower level family room, separate laundry area, lowest level entertainment room and workshop with workbench. Beautifully landscaped yard, brick accent on house, cement pavers for patio area and cement basketball court. Move-in ready!

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Custom built home with hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces, 3 bedrooms, wraparound deck & beautifully landscaped yard. On hard surface road w/ blacktop driveway. 6 garage stalls. Love where you live!

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Move-in ready, completely updated in 2014!

3 bed, 2 bath home. Basement offers extra space for rec room. Great corner location. $98,500

51 Main Ave. N, HARMONy 304 Fillmore St. W, pREStON 112 S Hudson Ave, SpRING vALLEy

Residential or Commercial!

Excellent condition.

Highway exposure & yard space. Handicap accessible. Currently a salon, easily adaptable to fit your dream. $47,500

No guesswork!

Well established full service restaurant ready for you to walk into! Well maintained & updated.

25 Center St E, HARMONy

22 Main Ave N, HARMONy

607 Fillmore Ave. S, LANESBORO

Renovated Commercial building Beautifully designed interior space. Backyard space & attractive street front. Call today!

Located in the heart of Harmony Commercial space with 2 units, 1 unit currently rented. 2 off street parking spots.

Original Charm Well maintained 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom with & updated mechanicals. 2 guest cabins for additional income or studio space. $182,000

Detailed information only a click away!

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garage. $102,900

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Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Walk-up attic & walk-out bsmt.

3 season porch & deck w/awning. Large 2 car

265 2Nd AvE NE, HARMONy

Redone inside & out!

Main floor bedroom, bath & laundry. 3 bedrooms & den on one level. Updated shingles, siding & windows. 2 car att garage. $100,000

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AUCTION CALENDAR Sat., March 12 at 9am - Antique, Tool, Household Auction. Sale held at Spring Valley Sales Auction Bldg, 412 East Park St., Spring Valley, MN. For more information contact Spring Valley Sales at www.springvalleysales.com or 507-346-2183.

Notice in the Journal.

Thurs., March 14 at Noon- Hay & Straw Auction. For more info call Gehling Auction Company at 800-770-0347. Listing in the Journal.

Thurs., March 24 at 9:30am- Lender, Dealer, and Consignment Auction. For more info call Gehling Auction Company at 800-770-0347.

Listing in the Journal.

ONLINE AUCTIONS Sat., March 19 through Tues. March. 29 at Tony Montgomery Realty and Auction Co. For more info go to www.tmracompany.com or call Tony: 507-259-7502 or Brad: 507-421-0232.

Complete Listing in the Journal.

To list your Auction 507-765-2151

WANTED 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

services Norby Tree Service: Stump grinding, tree trimming, and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. v8/2tfn- o REBUILD ALTERNATORS and starters for auto, truck, and farm implements.

Same day service. Used cars for sale.

Specializing in Toyota Prius sales and services. Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford.

507-864-7440 or 507-459-1504. v11tfno Lawn mowing available, serving all of Fillmore County. Call for bids. Insured. Pete Moger 507-765-3891. s7,14,21,28-x Besse Auto Detailing. Make your car look new. Pick up and delivery available. (507) 765-2471. s7,14,21,28-x Celebrating 20 years in the ICF Industry Complete sales and education available of 42518 State Hwy 44 • Mabel, MN 55954 multiple ICF Forms and Phone (507) 493-5888 • Fax (507) 493-3888 all related accessories Email tristateicf@gmail.com including ICF Bracing Website www.tristateicf.com sales and rental.

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Price Reduced: Beautiful Lexington Whitewashed formal dining room table with two leaves, 6 foot hutch with glass doors and 6 chairs.

Excellent condition. Chair seats were just professionally recovered two months ago. Originally purchased from Brick Furniture. $1,900.00 for the whole set. I can text or email pictures, or you can call for a showing. 507-438-2622. s7,14,21o

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

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• Mowing • power BrooMing • StuMp grinding • inSured • Fall Clean-up • light BaCkhoe work • Snow plowing Call: • iCe ManageMent 507-268-4977 • aerating or Cellphone: 507-429-6755

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Central Boiler’s all-new Classic Edge OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. Call Today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507533-4523. s7,14,21-o SKIDLOADER TRAILER SALE! 14,000# 82”x16’+2’ $3,757.00; NEW Skidloader trailer with 4’ dovetail (less angle) & full width ramps 14,000# $3,850.00; Fuel trailers with & without tanks; 6’x10’ V-nose ,rampdoor $2,729.00 www.FortDodgeTrailerWorld. com 515-972-4554 (MCN) FRUIT TREES LOW AS $18. Blueberry, Grape, Strawberry, Asparagus, Evergreen & Hardwood Plants. FREE catalog.

WOODSTOCK NURSERY, N1831 Hwy 95, Nellsville, WI 54456. Toll Free 888-803-8733. wallace-woodstock.com (MCN)

EZ-GO & Yamaha GOlf Carts SaleS & Service New & USed Ivan Vreeman

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THANK YOU ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We would like to thank everyone who sent cards, memorials, and phone calls at the time of Evelyns death.

Thank you to Andy Bunge and Jean Ellingson for the beautiful music, and Pastor Dan Bredberg, Sharon Prinsen, and Tracy Raaen for the beautiful words of comfort. Thanks to the Christ Lutheran people who served the lunch.

The family of Eveyln McGrand Vern & Kay Ristau ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Words cannot describe the heartfelt response we received as a family at the time when Helen Hansen passed away.

We are truly grateful to everyone who shared condolences or sent memorials.

It is things like this that allow the pain to lessen and show the true greatness of humanity. Helen will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. Again, thank you all so very much.

Jerome C. Hansen Steve & Anne Rozek & family Matt & Karen Quanrud & family ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Scenic View TownhomeS • Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms • Attached garages included • Beautiful area • Starting at $505 Income restrictions apply.

507-864-7880 • Rushford, MN www.paramark.us

Hay for Sale: Small square bales, 2nd crop, alfalfa/grass mix. No rain, $3 per bale. Also available - round bales, $40 each. No rain. Call 507-875-2630. f7,14,21-x Wanted someone to roll approximately 435 acres of new seeding – Call Ron Gehling 507-951-1318. f14-o

GARAGE SALES USED BOOK SALE: Sat., March 19, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Sunday, March 20, 1-4 p.m. Bag sale $5 & reductions on Sunday only. Houston County Historical Society, 104 History Ln, Caledonia, MN. 507725-3884. g7,14-o Estate & Moving sale, two families, antique, dining room set, Noritake and American fostoria, and household misc. March 18, 19, 20, 9am-5pm 109 Lilac Street, Fountain. g14-0

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Fillmore County Ag Society is taking 2-year bids for lawn mowing at fair grounds. This should include mowing, trimming, and occasional spraying.

To be mowed at your disgression or our request. Bids must be returned by April 1.

Fillmore County Fair, Box 364, Preston, MN 55965 or fillmorecountyfair@fillmorecountyfair.com. Contact: Kathy Tesmer 507-272-2261. h7,14-o Chiropractic Assistant wanted: Enthusiastic, positive, organized individual with an eye for detailand a willingness to learn; someone who finds great satisfaction in helping others and is willing to go out of their way to be of service. Creativity, organizational and TEAM LEADERSHIP skills are a must!

Computer, typing and phone skills are also essential. Salary based on knowledge, skills, and experience. Send your resume to: Arndt Chiropractic PO Box 277, Preston, MN 55965. h14,21-0 FILLMORE COUNTY Community Services, Public Health Division is now accepting applications for a .5 FTE Registered Nurse. This is a regular, nonexempt position with a flexible schedule and a variety of responsibilities.

Qualifications: Requires minimum of an associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid driver’s license. Starting pay is $21.8524/ hour. Job description and application may be obtained from: www.co.fillmore.mn.us; or Fillmore County Coordinator, 101 Fillmore Street, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 765-4566. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Resumes may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed County application. Applications accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2016. EOE h14,21,28-o

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EMPLOYMENT Fillmore County is seeking applications for a full-time Registered Nurse/ Social Worker in the Community Services Department, Public Health Division. This is a regular, exempt position, eligible for benefits. Qualifications: If applying as an RN: Degree from an accredited RN program, licensed for MN. If applying as a Social Worker: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology or closely related field, or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in any field and one year of experience as a social worker.

Starting salary is $21.8524. Job description and application materials may be obtained from: www.co.fillmore.mn.us; Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, 101 Fillmore Street, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 765-4566. 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.

Applications will be accepted until April 1, 2016. EOE h14,21,28-o APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Accounting Technician in the Community Services Department, Public Health Division. This is a regular, non-exempt position, eligible for benefits. Minimum Qualifications: Requires minimum of associate’s degree (A.A.) in accounting or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or equivalent combination education and experience. Strong attention to detail is required to be successful in this postion.

Desirable qualifications include: knowledge of medical terminology, processing of documents to insurance, and submitting of documents to grants and other agencies for reimbursement. Applicants with knowledge and/or experience with software pertaining to a Public Health unit are encouraged to apply.

Rate of Pay: $16.9540/hour according to the 2016 non-union pay scale (Grade 5/ Step 1) 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, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 765-4566. Current County application form REQUIRED. Resumes accepted but not in lieu of a completed application. Application Deadline: Friday, April 1, 2016. EOE h14,21,28-o

HELP WANTED

FOR RENT Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available immediately.

765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfno Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x

Spring iS here! Time to get your MOVe on! no Waiting List!

Are yOu AT LeAST 62 yeArS Or BeTTer, hAnDiCAppeD Or DiSABLeD? Lakewood Apartments located in beautiful downtown Chatfield, Mn

• Rent based on income (30%) • Clean, safe, quiet and friendly environment • Off-street Parking and on-site laundry • Heat paid • Pets welcome

EMPLOYMENT S p e ci a l E d uc ation Paraprofessional needed at Fillmore Central Elementary School in Preston, MN. Immediate opening! 6.75 hours/student contact day. Interested candidates should complete support staff application available online at www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us of any school office and return to: Michelle Breitsprecher, Director of Special Education, Fillmore Central Schools, P.O. Box 50, Preston, MN 55965. Position open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. h7,14-o

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

FOR RENT Randy Haakenson • Commercial • Residential • Agricultural

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• Community Room with Big Screen TV and Kitchen • Elevator • Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartments with appliances • Close to City Library, Churches, Downtown and Medical Center

If thIs Is what you’re lookIng for, look no further.

507-867-4791 or just come and visit us at Lakewood Apartments, 420 Bench Street, Chatfield, MN 55923

CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers/Drivers in Ostrander, Wykoff & Leroy. Potential employees must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined and possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal CDL. Please apply online at www.chsrochester.com/about-us/careers.

If you have any questions contact Troy (Ostrander) at 507-657-2234 or stop by the CHS Office at 517433 County 1 Ostrander, MN 55961. EOE

University of Minnesota extension 4-H PrograM Coordinator University of Minnesota Extension is accepting applications for multiple County 4-H Program Coordinator positions. A minimum of seven positions to be filled before June 2016. Most positions are 100%-time. Current openings include: Brown, Carver, Fillmore, Meeker, Pope, Rock and Sherburne.

Additional positions may be added.

Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience required. Must have experience in a direct youth development organization (as a member, volunteer, leader, paid staff member, or some combination). Access to reliable transportation for job-related travel. Ability to work evenings and weekends.

• To apply online and access the complete job description, go to: http://www.extension.umn.edu/about/employment/#youth-development • Job ID 308086 - County 4-H Program Coordinator, multiple locations • Applications submitted by 4/4/16 will be considered first; positions will remain open until filled.

The U of M is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

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EMPLOYMENT City of Rushford Village

The City of Rushford Village is accepting applications for the City Clerk position until April 1, 2016. Applications may be found on the City’s website

http://www.rushfordvillage.govoffice.com

or leave a message at 507-864-7974.

Deadline for applications is noon on Friday, April 1, 2016.

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EMPLOYMENT FT (40 hrs) School-Linked/Day Treatment Mental Health Therapist to do individual/group therapy with adolescents and children in school settings located in Houston and Fillmore counties. Requires MN MHP licensure or licensure clinical trainee eligibility. Competitive wage and benefits. EOE/AA Apply online: www. hvmhc.org or send letter/resume to: Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, Attn: Peg Walch, 166 Main St., Winona, MN 55987. h14,21-o FT (30 hrs/wk) Children’s Mental Health Case Manger, Fillmore County, home office in Preston. Responsible for coordinating services for children with SED and their families. Requires bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.

Competitive wage and benefits. EOE/ AA Apply: www.hvmhc.org or send to Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, Attn:Peg Walch, 166 Main St., Winona, MN 55987. h14,21-o Managing Director Chatfield Center for the Arts. The Chatfield Center for the Arts, Inc, a non-profit corporation, is requesting proposals for the services of a Managing Director. The Managing Director will be expected to perform a broad range of activity as the chief and sole non-volunteer member of the Chatfield Center for the Arts.

While the responsibilities are broad, the primary focus will be on developing and/ or attracting programming and events, marketing the venue, and fundraising.

The Managing Director will be expected to help develop the organization and assist the Chatfield Center for the Arts Board of Directors in building a sustainable organization. A complete proposal will describe the education, training, and experience of the proposer. The proposal will be expected to include a resume and a brief commentary that describes how the Proposer fits the needs of the Chatfield Center for the Arts and the steps the Proposer expects to take to develop or attract programming and events, market the venue, assist in fundraising and to further develop the organization. More information can be found at www.chatfieldcfa.com. Proposals will be accepted until the position is filled. Submissions and questions are to be directed to Search Committee at director@chatfieldcfa.com or 507-867-2927, The Chatfield Center for the Arts, Inc., P.O. Box 451, Chatfield, MN 55923. h14,21-o

HELP WANTED

United Packaging inc.

Industrial wood packaging manufacturer in Peterson, MN is looking for reliable, dependable people to help build wood crates. Benefits include 401K Plan, Life insurance, and Dental after eligible. Job will consist of running air nailer and occasional heavy lifting over 50 pounds. Full-time hours. 1st Shift 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Starting pay is $10 per hour. Please apply in person between 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Hwy 16, Peterson, MN.

Crop produCtion ServiCeS is looking for a full-time

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with the ability to run both Liquid and dry appLicators. Full Benefits. Please stop in or call for full job description and requirements.

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Full-Time & ParT-Time • Nursing Assistants (Full-Time & Part-Time $1750 Sign-On Bonus)

• RN’s & LPN’s (Full-Time & Part-Time $3500 Sign-On Bonus) • Home Health Aides (Part-Time) Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for individuals who are compassionate, energetic, hardworking, and reliable to join our health care team. We currently have full-time and parttime positions available. We are willing to train the right applicant. We offer excellent benefits to employees working full-time.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% coverage on Preventative Care.

• Health Partners Dental Plan • Matching Funds for 401(k) Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • Generous, Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC Applications should be forwarded to: Chosen Valley Care Center Attn: Director of Clinical & Resident Services, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com, (EOE/AA)

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Inside and outside help wanted at Harmony Golf Club. Must be able to work some nights and weekends.

Contact Steve or Connie at 507-8865622. h14,21-o

LINSMEIER TRUCKING A MN based company is now hiring Owner Operators and Company Drivers to pull hopper bottom in the upper Midwest. Home weekends. Call 320/382-6644 MCAN

Help Wanted

Busy dental office seeking a dental hygienist for immediate employment 4-5 days per week.

Minnesota license needed. Experience preferred but not a must. Call 507-7255254 with any questions. Send resume to Family Dental Center 120 W. Main St. Caledonia, MN 55921. h3/7tfn-o

Cliff Viessman Inc. is accepting applications for Regional Tanker Drivers for the Cedar Rapids terminal. $1,000 Sign On Bonus. $50 K+ per year. Health, Dental, 401K. Profit Sharing. Paid Weekly.

Monthly safe driving bonus. CDL with tanker endorsement required. Two years experience required or driving school graduate with six months experience.

Some weekend work required. Contact Nate at 800-353-0344. Option 5. natev@ viessmantrucking.com. www.viessmantrucking.com. “A Driver Friendly Company” (MCN)

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Looking for a carpenter to work around Spring Valley area, prefer to live close. Must be able to work residential and agricultural.

Mechanical or equipment operation a plus. Would consider an apprentice also to train. Competitive pay based on experience. Call 507-951-2020 or 507-6577680. h14,21,28-x FULL-TIME ELEMENTARY TEACHING position at KMS Public Schools, fall 2016. Apply: www.kms.k12. mn.us, job postings or send letter, resume, license and three letters of recommendation to: KMS, Box 168, Kerkhoven, MN 56252 MCAN FRIEDGES CONTRACTING Now Hiring! Sewer Crews, Grading and Street Crews, Laborers, Operators and Foreman.

Twin Cities/Metro work, union scale.

Call 952/469-2121 or email resume to: info@friedgesinc.com MCAN NOW HIRING company OTR drivers. $2,000 sign on bonus, flexible home time, extensive benefits. Call now! Hibb’s & Co. 763/389-0610 MCAN CDL A DRIVERS $7,500 sign-on-bonus.

Medical benefits on day 1 & $65k+ in your first year!!! Guaranteed pay. Profit sharing. 401K with company match & more! Apply online: driveformclane. com/goto/minnesota or call Hollie now!

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OWNER OPERATORS wanted. Paid all miles. No touch freight. Many operating discounts. Family run business for 75 years. Many bonuses and good home time. Direct deposit paid weekly. Call 800-533-0564 ext.205. (MCN) Over the Road carrier seeking experienced drivers. Midwest and west coast, no east coast. Drivers average 3,000+ miles per week, loaded and empty miles paid. Call recruiting 1-800-645-3748 www.gfltruck.com (MCN)

Apply online at www.mapleleafservices.org or call Cherie at 507-765-2107

Contact: Ruth Furan,DON (507) 886-6544 Ext:73371

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Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS

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

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EMPLOYMENT Green Lea Senior LivinG in MabeL iS LookinG for SpeciaL peopLe who want to Make a difference.

We are Hiring!

NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS We are Looking For

Enthusiastic, outgoing, motivated individuals for our agronomy department

Available positions include:

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Don’t hesitate to apply, you may be exactly what we are looking for!

Email applications to Scott Schwanke, Plainview (507) 534-3147 schwanke@allamericancoop.com Brian Orth, St. Charles (507) 932-4732 orth@allamericancoop.com Pete Doherty, Stewartville (507) 533-4222 pdoherty@allamericancoop.com Apply online at allamericancoop.com/employment-application

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All American Co-op is looking for an Administrative Assistant for our Stewartville office. This position is responsible for a wide variety of duties within a multicompany office setting including invoicing, ACH, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and other general office duties. The right candidate will hold a 2 year accounting degree or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an accounting field. Applicants must be a detail oriented, well organized individual with excellent communication and phone etiquette skills. Applicants must be dependable, self-motivated, and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

View a complete job description at www.allamericancoop.com/employment Send applications and current resume to All American Co-op Attn: Nicole Rowley PO Box 125 Stewartville, MN 55976 nrowley@allamericancoop.com

We are Hiring!

2nd Shift Feed Mill Operator All American Co-op is looking for detail oriented individuals to perform daily feed mill production and operations functions. This position follows quality feed production practices performed in a clean, safe, efficient manner to benefit All American Co-op and its customers. Qualifying individual must be a motivated self-starter that is willing to work as a team setting.

Contact: Brent Vorpagel; Feed Department Manager (507) 533-4222 vorpagel@allamericancoop.com Employable candidates must pass required drug testing.

All American Co-op offers career advancement with an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision; Paid Holidays, 401K and competitive wage.

For more information visit www.allamericancoop.com/employment

is hiring a

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• Customer service experience preferred • Solid leadership skills • Knowledge of basic computer applications • Dependable Must be able to work nights and weekends

We are located between Mabel and Spring Grove, MN.

Are you creative?

The Fillmore County Journal is seeking a creative and talented

grAPhiC deSigNer versed in Adobe Creative Suite programs. This part-time position will be the right fit for someone with great attention to detail, positive customer relations skills and a flair for design. An outstanding candidate will have opportunities for growth to a full-time position.

Please send a letter of interest and design samples to Publisher, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN, 55965 or email to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com. www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

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part-time cook position

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SueD@stcroixriverresort.com 320-655-0016

Responsible for preparing attractive and nutritious meals. Must be customer service focused person who is willing and eager to learn to cook from scratch.

Cooking experience in health care or senior setting beneficial but will train.

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

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(1)FINANCING AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS. NOT ALL BUYERS QUALIFY. MINIMUM PURCHASE PRICE REQUIREMENT APPLIES. SEE STORE OR CUBCADET.COM FOR IMPORTANT DETAILS. MINIMUM MONTHLY PAYMENTS REQUIRED. TRANSACTION FINANCE CHARGES MAY APPLY. SEE YOUR CUB CADET RETAILER FOR DETAILS OR GO TO CUBCADET.COM FOR FULL DISCLOSURE. FINANCING SUBJECT TO TD BANK, N.A. APPROVAL. PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. *Product Price — Actual retail prices are set by dealer and may vary.

Taxes, freight, setup and handling charges may be additional and may vary. Models subject to limited availability. **See your local dealer for limited warranty details and information. Certain restrictions apply. †as rated by engine manufacturer Specifications and programs are subject to change without notice. Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications. © 2016 Cub Cadet 2016_3PV_Q (1)FINANCING AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS. NOT ALL BUYERS QUALIFY. MINIMUM PURCHASE PRICE REQUIREMENT APPLIES. SEE STORE OR CUBCADET.COM FOR IMPORTANT DETAILS. MINIMUM MONTHLY PAYMENTS REQUIRED. TRANSACTION FINANCE CHARGES MAY APPLY. SEE YOUR CUB CADET RETAILER FOR DETAILS OR GO TO CUBCADET.COM FOR FULL DISCLOSURE. FINANCING SUBJECT TO TD BANK, N.A. APPROVAL. PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. *Product Price — Actual retail prices are set by dealer and may vary.

Taxes, freight, setup and handling charges may be additional and may vary. Models subject to limited availability. **See your local dealer for limited warranty details and information. Certain restrictions apply. †as rated by engine manufacturer Specifications and programs are subject to change without notice. Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications. © 2016 Cub Cadet 2016_3PV_Q

Why wait for a small problem to become a large one. We offer pre-planting and harvest inspections of all major pieces of equipment to keep you running smoothly.

**some vendor products not available at all locations.**

NEW: New and used equipment for everyone! UsEd:

steiger 420 Wheeled

Magnum 280

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2013 steiger 350 $218,000

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2003 McCormick MXt125

McCormick 6.470

Farmall 75c Loader No Cab

dC102 disc Mower

8124 Knight spreader

335 vertical tillage 22 ft.

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Hammell Equipment Inc 713 Main St NW Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-4910

tigermate 200 28.5 - 32.5

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Maxxum 150

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Hammell Equipment Inc 330 Main Ave N, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2255

2006 Case iH MX 210

$49,500

$16,000

Hammell Equipment Inc 415 MN-16 Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2845

$77,500

2014 Kinze 3600 Planter

Jd 980 Field Cultivator

2013 sr200 Case skid Loader

Brillion 5510 seeder

$79,000

$35,500

$21,000

$9,750

Hammell Equipment-Eitzen Inc 300 Iowa Ave S Eitzen, MN 55931 (507) 495-3326