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Summer internships Harmony’s golden opportunity

By Julie Little julie@fillmorecountyjournal.com

“What’s the difference between a job and an internship?” was the opening question posed by Jan Bigalk, member of the Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce and coordinator of this summer’s new internship program. She addressed several Harmony business owners with an interest in providing internships at a “Teach and Learn” session on March 7. “With a job,” she explained, “employees sign on to do certain tasks and they do those tasks. With an internship, your interns work side by side with you, the business owner, to learn about how the business operates.” Interns have tasks to do, but they are learning, not only with the tasks, but also beyond the tasks. These internships are paid positions – real jobs with real responsibilities – but they are meant to provide value to both employer and intern that is greater than what a regular job offers.

Perhaps you’re a student with a passion for videography and a knack with social media. A business owner may take you in for the summer, open your eyes to the operation, marketing, and character of a business, welcome you to shadow, and support you as you apply your talents to attract customers in a new way. Perhaps your interest is law. A law firm may hire you to do various tasks in their office for pay, but may also invite you to sit in on a legal conference if clients approve, or go to court with them for that first-hand experience. Perhaps you are thinking about tourism

Spring Valley lot and property issues

By R ich Wicks rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Spring Valley City Council met in regular session on Monday, March 13. All members were present: Tony Archer, Todd Jones, Mayor Jim Struzyk, Jessy Betts, Mike Hadland and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. No visitors had signed up to address the council.

Joe O’Connell was on hand to discuss the “former elementary school property” on which he is planning to put homes.

Zimmer shared that, regarding the property, “The bottom third, Joe and Patty own. The middle third, the school still owns, and the north third, the city owns.”

Council members discussed the expectation for the property to be platted and asked how soon O’Connell could have that done. He said he can have that completed by

the council meeting on April 10. There was also discussion that there have been complaints about the dirt piles on the property. O’Connell said it will be used for backfill as the project progresses, but that in the meantime he’ll put snow fence around the piles, and will add grass seed.

The council also discussed the recently collapsed building downtown (the “old café” on South Broadway). Zimmer said she had checked with the League of Minnesota Cities, and was told that the city could pursue legal options for getting the building cleaned up, but the legal costs would be extensive. Joe O’Connell submitted an estimate of $50,000 to do the job, which includes clean-up and disposal, sealing See SPRING VALLEY Page 10 

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Mabel addresses feral cat issue

By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

When Jan Bigalk was asked why she volunteered to bring this opportunity to Harmony she responded, “Internships allow students to pursue an interest and get some training so, even if they go elsewhere, this experience can bring them back to their roots. If they know they can make a living here, they can come home.”

Photo by Julie Little and dream of opening your own restaurant, retail operation, local attraction, B&B, or hotel some day. An owner of a hospitality or retail business may offer you a position to

work with them for the summer and give you insights, talk to you about their experience, and help you understand what See INTERNSHIPS Page 2 

In response to concerns raised by residents of Mabel, Camp Companion Director Michelle Quandt visited the March 15 Mabel City Council meeting to discuss options. Camp Companion utilizes a Trap, Neuter, Release program to cut down on feral cat populations. “We’re trying to promote the program a little bit more in small communities that don’t have animal control,” Quandt said.

The program costs to spay and neuter the feral cats would be 50% covered by Camp Companion, with the city picking up the other 50%. Before being released, the left ear of each cat would be clipped to indicate

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which ones had been fixed. The operations would be performed by a veterinarian who frequently works with Camp Companion at a day clinic in Mabel.

Quandt encouraged the council not to turn to an eradication plan to rid the town of feral cats, noting that she had worked with another community that employed that approach and then ended up with a large rat population.

“We don’t have any money in the budget for this right now,” Mayor James Westby explained.

“We’re running a tight budget.

We would have to sit down and figure out if it’s viable.”

Quandt mentioned that some communities that Camp ComSee FERAL CATS Page 13 

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you would need to do to go into business for yourself. And that’s just the beginning of the possibilities.

Greg Schieber of NethercutSchieber Attorneys, PLLP, says his firm is contemplating taking on an intern. “I grew up in a small town,” he recalls, “and I might not have ended up in this occupation if I hadn’t had the chance to spend time in a law office. [Employers participating, especially this first year, are] breaking ground and setting an example in the community.”

This is a big responsibility for an employer, taking time, using energy, creativity, and a willingness to involve the intern. “It’s an investment and if you can make it, it will pay dividends long term.”

Cindy Ofstedal, owner of Asahi Loft in Harmony, has observed younger travelers. She says, “They have a completely different way of accessing services. You won’t find them looking in the yellow pages. They pull their information off their phones and use social media – and it’s for all kinds of businesses, not just tourism.” Students could open doors to a better social media presence for Harmony businesses who are not already making use of it. Ofstedal would like to see Harmony businesses collaborate. If several

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businesses worked together, it would keep students busy and engaged and give them a variety of experiences that would look great on a resume.

More Harmony businesses are welcome to participate. “We would like to offer a broad range of opportunities that fit student interests,” says Bigalk. “There are businesses here in Harmony that students might not even be aware of. It would be desirable to place students in the trades like welding or repair, or in childcare or medical facilities, for instance.”

If Harmony business owners are interested in offering an internship, it’s not too late. Owners should contact Jan Bigalk with their questions soon. Participating businesses must be able to offer the intern between five and 20 hours per week. (Interns may accept multiple internships provided the hours are compatible or businesses work out a way to collaborate and share.)

This is the timeline and explanation of the program in a nutshell: Businesses submit a “Request for Interns” where they describe their organization and the internship, specify the skills and qualifications needed, and identify the benefits an intern will gain by working with them this summer. This one-page short answer request form is to be submitted to Jan Bigalk by April 7, 2017. Soon after, the Fillmore Central Schools principal, Heath Olstad, will put out

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a call to interested students and post the available opportunities.

Students who are between 15-18 on June 1, 2017 are eligible to participate. These students take advantage of career building instruction and activities such as resume and cover letter writing and hone their skills in mock interviewing. Jan Bigalk receives applications from students and conducts brief interviews herself, giving feedback to students and providing a summary of what she learns to employers. Employers also receive the resumes and set up interviews with their top candidates. Then, employers select their top candidates and offer the position. And, finally, students choose their internship.

There is a pool of grant money that will be distributed equally among participating businesses.

The business owner hires the student and puts him or her on the payroll to be paid regular wages.

Mid-summer, evaluations will be conducted - the business owner evaluates the student intern, and the intern evaluates his or her experience with the business.

Also at this time, grant money is distributed among the participating businesses in the form of a student scholarship to help with intern expenses. A second set of evaluations will be conducted at the end of the internship to see what worked well and what could be improved.

Jan Bigalk concludes, “Another difference between a job

and an internship is that an internship ends.” The period of employment for the intern is approximately the beginning of June through the end of August.

After that, it is up to the business and the student to determine if a regular non-internship job will follow.

Bigalk is also thinking ahead to the future: “We hope to offer this opportunity with grant money in subsequent years and that the program will grow in both businesses offering internships and students taking advantage of them. Surrounding communities are watching Harmony

and may join us in offering internship opportunities.” It is a matter of applying for a grant each year and being approved.

It is also a matter of all parties employers, interns, school, and community - working to make the experience valuable and meaningful for each other. It is a commitment, but one with the potential for great rewards.

Contact Jan Bigalk at (507) 886-2629 or tjrbbigalk@harmonytel.net if you are a Harmony business owner with questions or an interest in offering an internship this summer.

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Wykoff personnel and WWTP issues

By Rich Wicks The Wykoff City Council met on March 13 in regular session, with all members in attendance: Mary Tjepkes, Rocky Vreeman, Mayor Al Williams, Clerk Becky Schmidt, Mary Sackett, and Brody Mensink. One of the main topics was a very high gas bill for the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) for the month of February. Schmidt explained that the gas bills for the WWTP have been extremely high for February in each of the past two years (2016 and 2017) and nobody can explain the reason. February charges have been

in the $9,000 to $10,000 range, while other months have been in the $2,000 to $3,000 range, or less. She said she spoke to several people at Minnesota Energy about the bill, and could get no helpful ideas other than perhaps dirty filters caused the system to run inefficiently.

Wade Baker shared his opinion, stating, “Triple the bill? That doesn’t sound feasible. No matter what’s going on, there’s no way the bill should be triple!”

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who will be recogNized as The 2017 Teacher of The Year?

Teachers have a very challenging and important job, shaping the minds of our future generations. Teacher Appreciation Day is May 9, 2017, and our team at the Fillmore County Journal will be working with all of the school districts in Fillmore County to recognize all teachers for their service.

The Fillmore County Journal will be recognizing one special educator in Fillmore County who has gone above and beyond the call of duty, engaged students with innovative teaching methods, and helped students achieve a high level of academic success.

To nominate a teacher, please fill out the for m below. All nominations are due at the Fillmore County Jour nal office, 136 St. Anthony Street S, P.O. Box 496, Preston, Minn. 55965 by noon on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Please be sure to include as many details as possible with your nomination, and feel free to include additional documents if you need more space to express support for your nominee. Call 507-765-2151 with questions regarding nominations.

The Teacher of the Year will be recognized on the front page of the May 8, 2017 issue of the Fillmore County Journal, following an award presentation sponsored by Drury's Furniture Store, Har mony Foods, Preston Foods, Rushford Foods, and Ody’s Country Meats & Catering.

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Off to college!

By Kendyl Bennett When you go to college, in most cases you will be going away and not living at home.

While at college, you can choose to live in a dorm room or in an on or off-campus apartment.

Living in a dorm is generally cheaper than renting an apartment. When living in a dorm room, you will be Kendyl Bennett around more of your friends, people your own age and classmates. In either situ-

ation, you can expect to be a part of a wonderful community environment; and you will be expected to keep up on the cleanliness of your room no matter where you live.

Going to college is really expensive, but it can be a little cheaper if you choose to live in the dorms. When living in the dorms, you won’t need to buy groceries if you also sign up for a meal plan and you will not be required to pay monthly utility bills. When living in an apartment, you are responsible for your own meals, monthly rent and utility bill payments. As a college student, having so many

In praise of pragmatism

By Lee Hamilton As you watch the healthcare proceedings on Capitol Hill, imagine what things might be like if we lived in more functional political times. In particular, what if Congress were run by pragmatists?

It would not change the issues at hand. On the one side, you’d have the Republican majority in Congress, which for the most part believes that Lee H. the healthHamilton care system should be left to the private sector. On the other side would be Democrats who, to varying degrees, see an important role for government to play.

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be how the two sides reconciled their differences. Rather than maneuver the proceedings for political gain or worry first about their political bases, they’d be dead-set on a healthcare overhaul that improved the system and was politically sustainable.

I don’t think our system can work without such an approach to our problems — healthcare and everything else. So what do I mean by “pragmatism”?

At heart it’s a mindset, a preference for a practical, workable solution to problems. It recognizes the diversity of our country and the need for compromise, negotiation, dialogue, and consultation in order to reconcile conflicting interests and viewpoints. Pragmatists ask themselves how they can best navigate the differences, factions, and political frictions

different monthly financial obligations could be a struggle and add extra stress.

Besides money, friendships are a big difference between living in a dorm room or living in an apartment. When you live in the dorms, it is a large building full of people the same age as you that you can socialize with; out of that group of people, you will find those with common interests that may become lifelong friends. In an apartment setting, you will have fewer friends living with you and you may or may not know your neighbors. If you rent an apartment with a friend, its possible you won’t make new friends and instead just stick with what you know.

One thing that will be the same whether you choose a dorm or an apartment, is the commu-

nity environment you are a part of. Generally, the community of people is friendly and welcoming where college campuses are located. Whether you live on or off campus, you can experience everything that community has to offer. The town will have everything needed to survive at college.

It doesn’t matter if you live at home, in the dorm, or in an apartment, maintaining order and cleanliness is important. It would be rude and disrespectful to a roommate in your dorm room if you didn’t pick up after yourself and left things dirty. In an apartment, there are likely consequences at the end of your lease if you have not kept things in good repair, so clearly there could also be a financial impact for being messy, dirty or careless.

It isn’t hard to keep your area clean, you just have to be consistent and accountable.

When going to college, you will be faced with the decision to either live in a dorm room or an apartment. Living in an apartment is likely to be more expensive because of the added expenses and it could separate you from other college students.

The community environment will be present in either living situation and you can count on needing to keeping your area clean or at least picked up no matter where you live.

Kendyl Bennett is a student at Fillmore Central High School.

She is one of eight area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its eighteenth year.

inherent in any substantive issue so that everyone can leave the table having achieved some gain.

Let’s be clear that this is hardly an easy approach. On Capitol Hill, you work under intense scrutiny and pressure in a dynamic, always-changing, politically supercharged environment. You can’t make the world stand still while you work through the problems.

And if you’re trying to hammer out agreement, you have to keep the conversation moving; when a group or a participant threatens to walk out, you have to calculate whether you can get the votes you need without them. If not, you have to keep them at the table, even if it means nights that stretch into the early morning. And always, of course, you have to try to keep things as courteous and civil as possible.

You also have to be very careful of labels. When you’re try-

ing to solve problems, labels get in the way. I’ve had my share of fraught negotiations, and what I focused on most was trying to figure out whether people at the table wanted to solve the problem and advance a solution, not whether they were Republican or Democrat. And you’re constantly counting votes, because you don’t get anywhere without a majority of them.

So you have to pause, hesitate, weigh the situation, calm the passions, figure out what’s achievable — and then decide whether or not what’s possible is actually worth getting.

Because there are risks to pragmatism in politics. For starters, some issues should not be compromised: to my mind, they include basic values involving torture and the right to vote.

And the pragmatic approach tends not to produce dramatic breakthroughs; it’s incremental, step-by-step, unglamorous work. It means downplaying ideology. This is difficult in these partisan days, yet I was always wary when I heard a fervent ideological speech in the middle of negotiations — it’s an expression of principle, yes, but it raises the question of whether the person giving it is going to help you reach an agreement or not.

Which is why you get a lot of criticism as a pragmatist. People inevitably accuse you of not doing enough or of giving away too much. You’re often accused of abandoning your principles.

You have to ask yourself what’s really important in this negotiation, both to yourself and to the others participating: how much can you give to get support for that principle, how much do you have to give up, and is it all worth it?

Yes, indeed, I’d argue, because the country would implode without the pragmatists. The challenge that our political leaders face is how to get through the thicket of con-

flicting principles, interests and dogmas in a sprawling democracy like ours. All too often, politicians lock themselves into a position: they give a speech to loud applause, then another, and soon enough they have no room to maneuver. In the end they, too, often have to rely on the pragmatists to get things done.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

Government this week • Monday, March 20, Rushford-Peterson School Board, Rushford Biology Room, 5:30 p.m.

• Monday, March 20, Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m.

• Monday, March 20, Kingsland School Board, District Conference Room, 6:30 p.m.

• Monday, March 20, Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m.

• Tuesday, March 21, MabelCanton School Board, Media Center, 7 p.m.

• Tuesday, March 21, Rushford Village City Council, Village Hall, 7 p.m.

• Monday, March 27, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m.

• Monday, March 27, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m.

• Monday, March 27, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m.

Schedule subject to change.

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Obituaries

Arlene is survived by six children: Ronald Rain (Nancy Alexander Doughty) of Chatfield, Romona Himli (Steve SutherArlene Pearl Rain Arlene Pearl Rain, 87, passed land) of Fountain, Rhonda away gracefully March 11, 2017 (Terry) Ostby of Chatfield, Rodat Chosen Valley Care Center in ney (Brenda) Rain of Mabel, Rhenee Grabau of Preston and Chatfield.

Arlene Pearl Erickson was born Roxane McKay of Harmony; January 27, 1930 to Peter and 19 grandchildren, their spouses Alpha Erickson. Arlene spent her and 36 great-grandchildren. She early years in the Pilot Mound is survived by brothers Myron area, graduating from Chatfield Erickson of Chatfield and Phil (Helen) Erickson of Marion; High School. sisters-in-law Marion (Arnold) Vergel Erickson of Chatfield, RuthAnn and Arlene (Pete) Bungum of Anamosa, Rain marElaine Rain (Maurice) of Hopried, lived, kins; and brother-in-law Roger and raised Rain, along with numerous niecsix children es and nephews. in the Pilot She was preceded in death by Mou nd , her husband Vergel, three brothPreston area. Arlene Rain ers, and one brother-in-law.

After cooking for years at the Rebound Inn The funeral service for Arlene in Preston, Arlene spent 27 years was held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, cooking at the Branding Iron in March 15, at Christ Lutheran Preston. She attempted to retire Church (509 Kansas Street NW) at age 80, but after being com- in Preston. pared to Brett Favre, made her Visitation was from 4-7 p.m. comeback and worked until she on Tuesday, March 14, at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield and was 82.

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Monday, March 20, 2017 Edna Dahl Edna M. Dahl, 98, Mohall, N. Dak., died Tuesday, March 14, 2017, at a Mohall nursing home.

She was born Oct. 23, 1918, in Winneshiek County, Iowa, to Edward and Mathilda (Usgaard) Brenna. She was reared in southeast Minnesota and graduated from Mabel, Minn., High School in 1936. She attended a cosmetology school in Minneapolis.

Edna married H. Ronald Dahl, Sr., in 1939. They lived in Mabel, where she worked at the Mabel Post Office. They moved to Fortuna, N. Dak., in 1966, where she and Ronald were both civil servants; she managed the Fortuna Commissary. After retirement, they continued living in Fortuna until moving to Mohall in 1999. Ronald died Feb. 11, 2011.

Edna was a member and volunteer at Zion Lutheran Church, Mohall. She was a member of the Friendly Neighbors Senior Citizens, a bridge club and sewing club. She loved reading and knitting. She was held in high regard for her quick wit, her obvious high intellect and her overwhelming generosity. She will be remembered as a woman of strong faith.

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daughter Rochelle Mottershead, Rocky Mt., N.C.; son H. Ronald (Sue) Dahl, Jr., Mohall; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Edna was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one brother, and three sisters.

Memorial service was held 2 p.m., Friday, March 17, 2017, at Zion Lutheran Church, Mohall.

Burial took place in Choice Cemetery, Mabel, Minn.

Eleanor A. Gossman Eleanor A. Gossman, age 84, of Harmony, formerly Preston, Minn., died Tuesday March 14, 2017 at Gundersen Harmony Care Center.

Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Christ Lutheran Eleanor C hu rc h Gossman in Preston, Minn., with Pastor Dan Bredberg presiding. Burial took place in Henrytown Cemetery.

Visitation was one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Hindt-Hudek Funeral

Tom Stolz presents The Gospel According to St. Mark at Bethlehem Lutheran Church A performance of Tom Stolz’s The Gospel According to St. Mark is coming to southeast Minnesota in April. This moving one-person recitation has been presented in churches, colleges, art centers, prisons and theaters in Canada, Switzerland, Jerusalem and across the United States. Originally performed at the Old Log Theater in 1984, Tom’s work has become an ongoing Lenten tradition in the Twin Cities and is currently in its third year at Chanhassen Dinner Theaters.

Join with your friends and family to revisit and absorb the story of Jesus through the lyrical, rich language of the King James Bible.

Tom Stolz is a longtime actor and appeared in over 150 performances at the Old Log Theater.

Dedicated to spreading the Gospel message through theater arts, he also founded Promised Land Productions and offers his recitation of The Gospel According to St. Mark as a message of love and hope to the world.

Originally directed by his father, Don Stolz, area theater legend and

founder of the Old Log Theater, the work is performed entirely without sets, props or costumes to sold out audiences.

The performance is nondenominational and one that will appeal

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Home, 157 Fillmore St. W, Preston, Minn., assisted the family.

Eleanor was born May 6, 1932 in Canton, Minn., to Elmer and Ada (Johnson) Helgeson. She graduated from Canton High School in 1950. While waitressing at the Silver Grill in Harmony, Minn., she met James “Jim” Gossman and the two were united in marriage on March 19, 1966 in Preston. Eleanor enjoyed dancing with Jim, trying her luck at the casino, and shopping. She was involved with Altar Guild at Christ Lutheran for many years, and also the Ladies Circle.

Eleanor liked playing cards as member of the Harmony “Birthday Club.” Her granddaughter, Ashton, was her pride and joy.

She loved the special moments that she got to share with her.

She is survived by daughter Rachel (Bob) Schultz and their daughter Ashton of Fayette, Iowa; step daughter Barbara (William “Skipper”) Dodson of Groesbeck, Tex.; seven step grandchildren: Jeremy, Natasha, Courtney, Jordan, Dominique, Shelby, and Jaide; 13 step greatgrandchildren; and many special nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jim in 2001, two brothers and two sisters. to people of all ages. Performed in 90 minutes with one short intermission, there will be no charge for admission. The performance begins at 1:30 p.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Lanesboro, Minn., on April 8, 2017. A freewill offering will be directed to the church roof restoration and Bethlehem youth Good Earth Village Bible Camp scholarships.

Refreshments will be provided following the performance.

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cil approved the hirings, contingent on the applicants passing background checks. Baker also informed the council that he’s checked pricing for a “smart TV” that the fire department could use for online trainings.

He said the TV would probably cost around $450 to $600, and the mounting bracket would be about $50 to $80. Brody Mensink questioned the need for the TV, stating, “I understand the need for the training… in my opinion we’d be better off putting the money into handson training.” Baker replied, “But $600 doesn’t even get you one training,” and he explained that the city could use the smart TV to access a wide variety of

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online trainings.

He added that, for example, the department’s “bloodborne pathogen” training is on VHS tape, and is at least twenty years old. After discussion, the council voted to approve up to $600 for Baker to purchase the equipment (TV and bracket).

Mayor Williams shared that he’d received an email from Mark Arndt, explaining that Mark will be absent from WWTP for two or three days later this month while attending training. After discussion, it was decided that Williams will take on the primary duties at the WWTP during Arndt’s absence. The council discussed the plans to set up a Personnel Committee, and Mayor Williams said the city will need to hold off on that plan until a

DEED awards $500,000 in Child Care Grants

Funding will help to address child care shortage in parts of Greater Minnesota ST. PAUL, MN – Grants totaling $500,000 were awarded to eight groups that will work to increase the number of child care providers in their Greater Minnesota communities.

The funding was awarded under the Greater Minnesota Childcare Grants Program, which was created by the Minnesota Legislature last year to increase child care services in order to support regional economic development.

The program will be managed by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) with guidance from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

“Affordable, excellent child care is a building block for economic opportunity,” said Lt. Governor Tina Smith. “Without excellent, affordable child care, working parents can’t work, student parents can’t finish school, and parents adding to their job skills can’t get ahead. Children need excellent, affordable early education too, so they can be ready for school. These grants will create options and opportunities for families.”

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He also added, “According to the League of Minnesota Cities, the city council can, as a whole, delegate one or two people to be the direct supervisor of any city employee.” No action was taken at this time.

Becky Schmidt shared that there was one employee who asked if payroll deductions were being done correctly. Schmidt said she checked into this, and found out she had been doing it correctly for the current situation. The city had received one complaint about snow removal on Fillmore Street, on a day when drifting occurred.

The council discussed work hours and avoiding overtime by city employees. Brody Mensink said, “If we’re going to do that, then in the same aspect, if (as

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County council members) we’re getting paid to get stuff done in meetings, I think we should cut our special meeting pay.” The council discussed this, and voted to cut the council’s special meeting pay in half.

Daren Sikkink, representing WHKS, will attend the coun-

cil’s next regular meeting on Monday, April 10 at 7 p.m., and will discuss the sanitary sewer project on South Main Street.

Schmidt shared that the city will be awarded FEMA funds of $16,396 to use toward the crossover pipe and excavating work.

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“The shortage of quality, affordable child care in Minnesota is having a ripple effect across the state, affecting families, employers, economies and communities,” said DEED Commissioner Shawntera Hardy. “This funding will increase child care options in Greater Minnesota communities that have a demonstrated shortage of providers.”

A report by the Mankatobased Center for Rural Policy and Development last year called the shortage of child care in Minnesota “a quiet crisis.” According to the report, in-home family child care providers are leaving the field at a high rate in Minnesota because they aren’t making enough money to stay in business. The number of licensed inhome family child care providers decreased by 27% across the state between 2006 and 2015, the report said.

Fifteen proposals were submitted to DEED, with a total of $1.3 million requested. The following groups were approved for funding for proposed child care projects: • Northland Foundation, Duluth, $125,000 • West Central Initiative, Fergus Falls, $50,000 • Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Crookston, $51,500 • Lake of the Woods Economic Development Authority, Baudette, $31,000 • Southwest Initiative, Hutchinson, $110,000 • Lakes and Pines Community Action Council Inc., Mora, $110,000 • United Way New Ulm, New Ulm, $21,000 • Lake Crystal School District, Lake Crystal, $1,500 DEED is the state’s principal economic development agency, promoting business recruitment, expansion and retention, workforce development, international trade and community development. For more details about the agency and its services, visit the DEED website http://mn.gov/ deed/ or follow DEED on Twitter.

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Fillmore County Sports Trojan Boys Back Atop 1A East

By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com A year ago, when RushfordPeterson boys basketball fell for the first time in the The Trende 1A East Report finals since 2009, then junior p o i n t guard Luke Rasmussen was among those most despondent.

A Paul Trende year later, the senior’s emotions were just a tad bit different. He was the first to lay hands on the 1A East championship trophy. Three games, two barn-burners with shot-for-shot, from the exact same spots on the court, endings; the 1A East boys field has been whittled down to just one. The sub-section’s typical #1 is numero-uno again.

‘No Way’ Knights Again, Almost

athlete of the week

The semis kicked off with a battle of Kingsland and Spring Grove. The last time the teams hooked up was in a 2015 semifinal. In that game, the underdog Knights (13-14) trailed 62-44 with less than ten minutes left, before going berserk (10 of 11 field goals, five made threes over six possessions). They upset the favored Lions (24-3) in a ridiculously memorable comeback, 80-77. The 2017 semifinal was deja-vu to a lesser degree, almost.

Kingsland (5-seed, 15-12) came in a little less of an underdog versus a strong 7th-ranked Lion (1-seed, 23-3) team. They didn’t come back from so far down, or so extraordinarily. The game

ended more memorably. An offensive first half saw John Fenske’s guys trail by as many as 14.

They ended the stanza 12-6 to be down 41-33 at intermission.

Like 2015, the Lions appeared to take control in the second half, despite all-time leading scorer Chase Grinde picking up foul #3 early. A Grinde threepoint play stoked the lead to 54-39 five-plus minutes in. The Knights answered with a smidgeon of berserker. They scored on five straight possessions for a 13-0 run. With eight-plus minutes left, they trailed 54-52.

Lion fans were probably thinking, “oh no, not again.” SG replied to build a 61-54 lead.

But Knight junior guard Zach Bubany kept hitting area-code step-back threes, and 6’8” junior center Ian Meisner exerted himself down low. A rebound putback by the later made it a 65-64 Lion lead (2:20). As the clock ticked under a minute, the Lions got an Alex Folz free throw, an offensive rebound, aided by a Grinde “physical” tipback, and then another Folz free throw (67-64 > 0:24.6). In the final five seconds, Knight senior Zach Buchholtz, the team’s leading scorer, hit a majorly contested corner three to dramatically tie the game at 67! Kingsland was hoping for overtime and another shot at upset city. Folz had other ideas. He got the ensuing in-bound pass as a second option, went 1/3 of the court, and launched a 25-footer.

It was true as time expired! The Lions escaped 70-67. Grinde (22 pts, 10-15 FTs, 8 rebs, 4 stls), Brock Schuttemeier (21 pts, 3-6 threes, 5 rebs), and Folz (14 pts, 6 assists) led SG. Buchholtz (21 pts, 7 rebs), Bubany (20 pts, 5-16 threes, 5 rebs, 3

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assists, 3 stls), and Meisner (16 pts, 8-11 FGs, 9 rebs) led the Knights. Out-playing SG in the second half, team double-K’s season ends at 15-13. They’ll have to wait until next year. Buchholtz, who had a tremendous year, going from around 3 PPG as a junior to 16.7 PPG, is the only senior full-timer that will depart. Every-game guys Bubany, Meisner, Jackson Rindels, Wyatt Pruter, Ethan Fenske, and Matthew Woods will return, as will Jordan Beck, an athletic 6’3” starting forward who missed the final ten games with a shoulder injury. Next year looks very bright.

Trojans Subdue W-K

In the second semifinal, Rushford-Peterson (2-seed, 18-8) faced off with Wabasha-Kellogg (3-seed, 15-10). The game featured no berserker. It was methodical Trojans, save for the first few minutes. The Falcons came out and hit their first five shots to lead 12-6. A little defensive change-up on R-P’s part and W-K coming back down to reality; the Falcons hit just one more shot the rest of the half (1-15 FGs, 0-11 threes). R-P built a 25-14 lead at break. It stayed in double figures the rest of the way. Tom Vix’s Trojans dumped W-K 54-37. Senior Noah Carlson led the way (16 pts, 7-9 FGs, 5 rebs, 4 stls), gracefully gliding his way in for multiple steals-turned-lay-ups. Luke Rasmussen (11 pts, 3-5 threes, 5 rebs, 3 stls) and Payton Hahn (10 points off the bench) helped.

After a 2-for-2 start from deep, W-K hit one of their final 16 triples. Liam Blaschko (11 pts) and Zach Kjeseth (10 pts, 5 rebs, 4 stls) led their effort. R-P was just 3-for-14 from deep, but they shot 22-42 overall (52.4%).

Skalet Wins It!

For the third straight year, #7 SG (1-seed 24-3) faced off with R-P (2-seed, 19-8) for the 1A East title. The Lions entered in rare territory; they’d won three straight over the Trojans (including 53-43 in January). R-P threw the first punch, answering an opening SG three-pointer with a 9-0 spurt. Defensively, they scrapped their typical 1-3-1 half-court trap for a triangle and two, the focuses to curtail Lion 6’3” senior G/F Chase Grinde and 5’9” sophomore guard Alex Folz. Grinde attempted just one first half shot. Folz made just one. Nonetheless, SG rallied from 9-3 down and still lead at intermission, 19-18. R-P missed its first ten threes and went 1 for 12 in the half. In the second, the Trojans’ most well-known player made an impact. Trailing 28-24, Noah Carlson hit a three, then converted a three-point play, back-to-back, to put the Trojans ahead 30-28 (9-plus left). With it tied at 33, Luke Rasmussen scored eight straight points to put R-P up 41-35 (2:44). But Carlson, the Trojans best facilitator and most disruptive defen-

sive presence, fouled out (3:32).

SG ramped up their 1-3-1 halfcourt trap in lieu. The six point lead was erased. Folz tied the game (41-41) with free throws (1:05). Stepping up as facilitator for the Trojans was junior G/F Jake Paulson. He found Dawson Dahl for a lay-up (43-41 > 0:47). Grinde missed a three.

Trojan Payton Hahn was fouled and missed the front end of a one-and-one (0:33.9). Grinde then got fouled and made two (43-43). The Trojans took possession with 24.6 seconds left.

SG continued its defensive pressure. Paulson drove and kicked to sophomore Landon Skalet.

In the same corner Kingsland’s Buchholtz buried a three to tie SG late in the semis, the kid whose name jives with “hits it” and “wins it”, Skalet, did both.

He sank a three over 6’5” Noah Myrah with 0:05.1 left! R-P went ahead 46-43. After a timeout, Grinde got the in-bound pass, got up-court and rose for a game-tying three from about the same spot Folz nailed his to beat the Knights. Rasmussen got a late hand up. Grinde clutched the shot. It was off. Trojannation went euphoric. Their boys reclaimed the 1A East title 46-43 in a hard-fought defense scrap. Paulson led the Trojan charge (11 pts, 5-8 FGs, 5 rebs, season-high 7 assists all in the second half, 4 stls). His passes proceeded R-P’s last four field goals. Carlson (8 pts, 6 rebs, 3 assists, 4 stls), Rasmussen (8 pts) and Skalet (8 pts) were his best help. R-P hit 5 of 13 second half threes after their 1 of 12 first half. Grinde (11 pts, 5 rebs) was high-man for the Lions. Folz, who had 23 points (seven threes) in the regular season, was held to five. In a tremendous team defensive feat, R-P held the duo to 11 shots, five makes (16 points). They had 11 makes in January on 27 attempts (31 points). Sophomore Noah Elton, who didn’t play in the regular season versus R-P or versus Kingsland in the semis, had 10 points. The Lions

went 1 of 9 from three in the second half, missing their last six. Grinde missed his last four.

R-P won turnovers (11 to 18), the offensive glass (12 to 5), and second-chance-points (14 to 3). SG (12 of 16) won at the free throw, where R-P (4 of 13) struggled. It’s the Trojans’ seventh straight 20-win season. In a second post-season teacher (Vix) versus student (Matt Halverson) battle, R-P will face Goodhue (West 1-seed, 27-3) for the Section 1A title.

FC Girls Section Runner-Up

The last two times a Fillmore County girls teams played Goodhue in a section title game, it wasn’t pretty. R-P fell to the Wildcats 75-38 in 2014 and 85-52 in 2016. The latter game started a Goodhue dominant run. The Wildcats won by 31 (77-46), 39 (74-35), and 25 (89-64) on the way to last year’s Class A state title. They (#2 in state, West 1-seed, 24-4) returned plenty and entered the 2017 Section 1A title game with Fillmore Central (East 5-seed, 17-12) as a heavy favorite. But FC’s seed wasn’t a good reflector of their prowess. After all, Levi Olstad’s four seniors all played in the Falcons’ 47-36 Section title game loss to Lyle/Pacelli in 2015. For over a half, FC battled goliath to a near stalemate.

Senior Tayah Barnes hit three threes and five free throws in the first nine minutes to stoke FC to 10-4 and 21-13 leads. An 8-0 Wildcat run tied things at 21.

It took a first-half buzzer-beater for the Wildcats to lead 29-27 at halftime. Barnes had 16 already.

But the crème typically rises to the top. The Wildcats are highly skilled at ball-handling, shooting, and playing defense. Goodhue went man-to-man in the second. They got out on FC’s shooters, blocked a number of shots, and stymied the Falcons offense. Leading 34-31, they went on a 13-0 run (47-31).

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went 7 of 31 FGs in the second stanza. What was expected to happen, happened. FC kept it closer than any of the above games, but still fell 64-42 (scorekeepers at MCC gave Goodhue an extra point). Barnes led the way (20 pts, 3-8 threes, 5-5 FTs, 6 rebs, 3 assists, 5 stls). Kendyl Bennett added 10 points. Kenzie Broadwater didn’t score (0 pts, 6 rebs, 7 assists, 2 assists, 2

blks), but she was the FC pressbreak. Against one of the state’s best Class A teams, she sped around at a pace all her own.

Without her, the score would’ve been like the others above (or worse). Goodhue was led by senior guard Mckenzie Ryan (6 of 8 threes, 20 pts). Fourth-year starter, 5’11” junior G/F/C Sydney Lodermeier added a doubledouble (18 pts, 7-12 FGs, 11 rebs, 4 blks) while Maddy Miller (17 pts, 5 rebs, 3 assists, 3 stls) stuffed the stat-sheet. Goodhue

owns wins over 1AA Champion Rochester-Lourdes (71-47), TRC East Champion Caledonia (70-48), SEC-West Champion Lyle/Pacelli twice (54-49 in OT, 52-43). They split with 1AA semifinalist Hayfield (34-46, 49-46) and 1AA Runner-Up Kenyon-Wanamingo (60-56, 77-79 in OT). The Falcons end a good season (17-13) with a great run, a second Section Runner-Up finish in three years.

FC graduates a five-year starter in Broadwater, four-year everygame girls K-Bennett/Barnes, and three-year every-game girl Paige Bennett; a fine senior foursome.

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It’s called Trojan euphoria; or what happens when #31 Landon Skalet hits a go-ahead three late that isn’t answered by Spring Grove, and R-P wins the 1A East title 46-43. Also prominently pictured are Luke Rasmussen (#23), Jake Paulson (#13), Payton Hahn (semi-obstructed), and Dawson Dahl (#25) Photo by Paul Trende

Kingsland junior Zach Bubany lets fly an “area-code” threepointer versus Spring Grove. The Knights nearly upset the Lions. Each team hit a three in the final seconds in a 70-67 SG win.

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the sewer and water connections, filling the basement, grading the lot for drainage, and the additional processes for disposing of asbestos safely.

He added that the estimate is a “worst case scenario.” The council approved O’Connell to proceed according to the estimate. Clean-up work will begin shortly after O’Connell gives the state a ten-day notice as required. After the work is done, the city will put the cost on a special assessment.

The council approved Resolution 2017-11, Resolution to Authorize a Planned Unit Development Concept for North Park Drive Subdivision. The resolution approved the PUD for lots 7 through 18. It was discussed that the original plan was for storage units on each end, but after some objections this has now

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been changed to “patio homes” instead. The council also voted to advertise for bids on the Industrial Drive project.

Zimmer pointed out that the city will soon be starting the annual “tour” of checking for junk ordinance violations within city limits, including non-operational or nonlicensed vehicles. There was discussion of the challenges in finding which properties are in violation, and in getting those properties back into compliance. Council members strongly encouraged citizens to take this opportunity to get vehicle and other “junk” items cleared up, so that legal issues can be avoided. The next regular meeting of the city council will be Monday, March 27 at 6 p.m. Zimmer said that auditor Tom Wente will attend this meeting, and will give an audit presentation. The public is welcome.

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By Karen Reisner The county board, at their March 14 meeting, approved a resolution of support for Senate bill 0479 and companion House bill 609, which would modify County Program Aid from the state should they become law.

Senator Jeremy Miller is chief author of the Senate bill and a resolution of support was approved by the board. A county employee will be present to testify in support of the bill on March 15, possibly County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman or Commissioner Duane Bakke.

The bill has been referred to Taxes. The companion bill in the House was co-authored by Rep. Greg Davids.

This is a legislative priority for Fillmore County and the Association of Minnesota Counties.

They seek to increase, strengthen and sustain CPA. The hope is to make CPA less volatile to provide certainty for counties in the budgeting process. Overall funding increases along with formula revisions are being sought.

Recycling ag plastics Bonita Underbakke, Holt Township, during the Citizens Input portion of the meeting, informed the board of a Public Ag Plastic Recycling meeting to be held at MiEnergy Building west of Rushford on March 29 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

The program will introduce an opportunity for farmers and growers to recycle bale wrap, bunker covers, irrigation tubing, and other ag plastics at no cost.

The informational program will be hosted by Friends of the Root River.

Wayne Gjerde, coordinator of Recycling Market Development from MPCA, will speak about the program. LaVerne Paulson, Fillmore County Recycling, will provide information about changes that will allow for more plastics to be recycled by county residents.

Revolution Plastics offers free, on-farm ag and silage plastic recycling. A dumpster may be provided on your farm and emptied at no cost, depending on your location and plastic use.

For more information or to sign up go to www.RevolutionPlastics. com. Contact by e-mail at collection@revolutionplastics.com or phone (844) 490-7873.

RSVP by March 27 by e-mail to friendsoftherootriver@gmail. com or phone (507) 467-2157 to get a count for lunch and parking for the public information session at MiEnergy on March 29.

Other business in brief • Feedlot officer Mike Frauenkron reviewed the 2016 feedlot year end report and the 2016 Annual County Feedlot Officer and Performance Credit report.

The reports were accepted and signature of the chairman authorized.

Fillmore County has 737 registered feedlots eligible for funding. MPCA determined that the county satisfactorily conducted 74 inspections, or over 10%.

State statute requires the inspection of at least 7% of registered feedlots.

Frauenkron noted that when he started there were over 1,700 registered feedlots in Fillmore County; many have gone out of business and have been abandoned.

Bakke reported on a recent meeting of the Southeast Minnesota Water Resources Board where feedlot fixes were discussed. From 2000 to 2013, 1,446 feedlots were abandoned in this 10-county area. In 2001, it was determined that 3,357 feedlots likely posed a pollution hazard. In 2017, it is estimated that 350 to 400 still likely pose a pollution hazard. Of those, as many as 60 still need fixing in Fillmore County; some of these may have been abandoned.

• Frauenkron received approv-

al to purchase a new Chevy Equinox on the state bid using Performance Credit funds. The 2009 Equinox he currently uses with 72,000 miles on it will be transferred to Zoning/county fleet in exchange for $4,100 trade-in value.

• The resignation of Neva Beier, Social Services Manager, was accepted effective April 13.

Kristina Kohn said she has been with us since late 2012. She is leaving for other employment opportunities. Kohn said she appreciated her efforts on behalf of the county and thanked her for her service.

The advertisement for Beier’s replacement was approved.

• Modifications were made to electronic device stipends. Commissioners eliminated any stipends for personal commissioner cell phones. They had been getting a $25 per month stipend.

Commissioner Mitch Lentz said a cell phone is not a requirement for a commissioner, but is a tool to be more effective, adding there should not be a reimbursement. Bakke stated that if he was not a commissioner, his personal cell phone would cost him the same as it does now.

Department heads had been asked to recommend people in their departments that should have a stipend to reimburse a portion of their cell phone bill.

Stipends, if necessary, are now either $15 or $40 per month.

A few stipends were increased.

Many were decreased and some eliminated due to the availability of another device from the county to get data. In 2016, the total cell phone stipend cost for the year was $27,060. In 2017 the cost will be reduced to $15,660.

• County Engineer Ron Gregg requested and received approval of an updated Bridge Priority Replacement list. The list needs to be kept current to make bridges eligible for funding.

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OWATONNA, MN – Harmony Area Community Foundation (HACF) is pleased to announce the award of a $10,000 grant from Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) to the Harmony Area Historical Society (HAHS). The grant is supported through a special 30th Anniversary Community Collaboration grant round and will fund the Society’s “Historical Walking Tour” project. The Historic Walking Tour will consist of six or more kiosks placed throughout Harmony. Each kiosk will have pictures, stories, and other historic information about the adjacent or nearby buildings or sites. This project will be completed through

collaboration with Harmony Lions Club, HACF, Chamber of Commerce, Fillmore Central Schools students, City of Harmony, and interested members of the community.

According to Harmony Area Community Foundation board chairman and city of Harmony Mayor Steve Donney, “HACF is excited to have facilitated this grant for the Historical Society.

We are also committed to providing further funding as needed to complete the project, including additional kiosks. Special thanks are given to Vicky Tribon, past HACF Chair, for her vision and leadership on this grant project, and Mary Lou Zombory, HAHS

secretary; Marvin Wicks, and Sharon Storhoff for their efforts in planning, guiding, and working toward the future completion of this project. Most importantly thanks to the countless hours of donated time from the other Harmony Area Historical Society members to make this project a reality.”

Vicky Tribon added, “This historical project will support Harmony’s vision of community vitality by providing community pride for our residents and also will provide another tourist opportunity activity by showcasing Harmony’s history. As with so many historical See TOUR Page 13 

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Harmony looks to the future with potential new neighborhood

By Hannah Wingert Almost a year ago, Steve and Umbelina Cremer opened the Harmony Learning Center to meet the need for childcare that they saw in the employees of their business, Harmony Enterprises and the general community. Since it opened, the center has grown and created new jobs for Harmony and the surrounding communities.

“We are very blessed that the community has supported us and continues to support us,” said Umbelina.

The Cremers are now seeking to fill another need in the community. “We know there’s a need to bring more young families to town,” Umbelina pointed out.

With that in mind, Hammel House & Company, a partnership between the Cremers and Steve’s daughter Bria Hammel and her husband, was created.

Last fall, the company purchased the Lutes Scrabeck First Addition Plat in Harmony, with the intention of developing it into a new neighborhood.

Bria owns a successful interior design firm in the Twin Cities and has experience working with projects of this scope. She is excited to start working with the new development.

“The younger generation really cares about where they live these days,” Bria noted, adding that building a neighborhood to

attract young families would be beneficial to Harmony.

The goal for the development is to build homes with fresh and timeless designs that are family friendly and also give the option to “age in place” for older homeowners. Bria Hammel Interiors will be offering its services through Hammel House & Company for each home built.

Each home built in the development will be unique with quality craftsmanship. “We’re calling it a ‘front porch neighborhood,’” Bria said. “You just don’t get the same connections with your neighbors when you spend all your time in your backyard.”

She and the Cremers want to see the development become a tight knit neighborhood with a strong sense of community.

“We’re looking at selling homes, not lots,” Steve said.

Hammel House & Company will work to select local builders and resources, just as was done for the Harmony Learning Center.

“Our goal is to help grow the community.” he continued.

Many of the younger employees of Harmony Enterprises have children in the childcare center, but have been unable to find a place to move to in Harmony to shorten their daily commute.

Building the development would provide more homes in Harmony.

Hammel House & Company would like to begin work on the development in the spring of 2017 and have their first spec house built this summer. By the end of August, they would then move on to Phase I of the project, building on 10 of the 30 lots available.

“We are asking the City of Harmony to contribute $120,000 to help develop the city street in Phase I of the project,” Steve said.

The intention is that the money would come from the existing city program offering $12,000 for each new home built in Harmony. In return, Hammel House & Company will commit to building at least one new home per year for a period of 10 years. Steve had also met previously with the Harmony EDA and agreed that if the requirements were not met, the money would be refunded.

The minimum value of the homes is estimated to be approximately $250,000, which would increase the city’s tax base.

“Personally, I’m very favorable of the project,” Mayor Steve Donney noted.

Council member Debbie Swenson stated her desire to see a separation in the language of the agreement between Hammel House & Company and the City of Harmony if the council decided to move forward with the street developments. “We’re not putting money into their development.

Chatfield Fire Department modifications

By Karen Reisner At the March 13 Chatfield City Council meeting, Fire Chief Ryan Priebe detailed recommended minimum benefit requirements, along with a proposal for an annual benefit increase.

The Public Service committee recommended minimum requirements for firefighters to qualify for annual service credits. Members must at a minimum attend 18 meetings/trainings and 25% of annual calls. Chief officers must attend 30% of annual calls along with the minimum number of meetings/trainings. Priebe noted that if a member failed to meet the minimum requirements for a particular year, he would not qualify for a service credit for that year, but could the following year should he meet the requirements for that year and/or years after.

These minimum requirements when met will be reported to the Chatfield Fire Relief Association. “Minnesota law allows fire departments to define active service standards locally.”

Priebe said that every year at the annual meeting in February, the financial position of the Relief Association is reviewed. They must maintain at least a 10% surplus. Funds are invested in a balanced way between stocks and fixed investments to maximize returns while minimizing risk.

It was determined at the recent annual meeting that a $150 pay increase was in order, or $1,750 per year of benefit. This increase

can be achieved while maintaining an 11% surplus in Relief Association funds. The members also voted at the annual meeting to raise the annual member dues from $1 to $100.

A resolution to establish the Chatfield Fire Relief Association benefit at $1,750 per year of service was approved by the city council. City Clerk Joel Young explained with the city council’s approval of the Relief Association benefit, the city is required to stand behind the benefit. He said he hoped that this would not become necessary with the structure we have put into place.

Fire department members are planning to help the fund grow more with some fundraisers.

Priebe explained that the fire department’s rescue struts are outdated. The purchase of new rescue struts is the only capital goods purchase scheduled for this year. A total of $6,000 has been budgeted for the purchase. The Public Services committee recommended purchase of new aluminum struts at a cost of $8,340.

The struts are used to stabilize a vehicle and lift it when necessary for a rescue. Aluminum struts, while more expensive than steel struts ($6,745), have a much greater lifting capacity (10,000 pounds). For that reason they were considered a better value for function and safety. The purchase of the aluminum struts as recommended was approved.

The old struts will be sold. The

new struts are expected to have a life of 15 years.

Other business in brief • Brian Burkholder, Public Works, asked the council to approved a pay estimate to Metering Technology Solutions of $77,043.19. The water meter project is getting wrapped up.

Burkholder explained that $908 was deducted from the pay estimate request for minor shortcomings made by the company during installation. The pay estimate with deductions was approved. There still is a retainage of $21,372.29.

• A payment of $5,025.11 was approved to Community Education for the 2016 summer ball program. The payment was requested by LuAnn Klevan, community education director, to make up the difference between the revenue brought in by registration fees and the cost of operating the 2016 program.

• Approval was given to advertise for a summer helper for summer maintenance work.

• Approval was given to start the process to add police officer candidates to the part-time officers pool. Chief Shane Fox reported that two of the part-time officers are leaving.

• Young reported that they are actively lobbying in St. Paul for Phase II funding for the Center for the Arts.

• Household Hazardous Waste Collection is scheduled for September 12, 4-7 p.m.

We’re putting money into OUR city street,” she pointed out.

“We don’t have the money just sitting there,” Mayor Donney said about the $120,000 the city is being asked to provide. “We will have to discuss where the money is coming from.”

“The question tonight is, does the council feel comfortable moving forward with the project?”

City Administrator Jerome Illg asked.

The council passed a motion expressing intent to move forward with having the city attorney draft an agreement between Harmony and Hammel House & Company.

Chief Deputy Tony Webber from the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department discussed the Harmony squad car replacement with the council. The current car has been wrecked twice when it hit deer. “It should have been totaled, but it wasn’t,” he said, adding that they are still having problems with it, especially in the front end.

“We would probably get a favorable amount for it at auction,” Illg noted.

“I wouldn’t have a problem driving it for personal use,” Chief Deputy Webber added. “It’s just not good for what we use it for.”

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The current car is a two-wheel drive, but the potential replacement, priced at $24,587 has allwheel drive. Kelly Printing would be hired to do the decals for the new car.

Funds are set aside each year in the Capital Fund for replacement of the city squad car so the money is available. The council approved the purchase.

Brett Grabau from Stantec presented five bids received for the 2017 Street and Utility Improvements project. He recommended that the council award the project to the lowest bid of $755,726.75, which was from A-1 Excavating. Grabau assured the council that he had worked with the company on other projects with good results. The council passed a motion awarding the project to A-1 Excavating.

The EDA is currently featuring a local business each week on the city website. They are still working on the city logo and have decided to hire outside help to complete it. The submissions they received during the local contest in 2016 will be used for inspiration by the company hired and elements will be taken from them for the final design. “We’re very confident that they will do a good job,” Swenson said.

The next Harmony City Council meeting will be held on April 11 at 7 p.m.

Fillmore County township eleCtion results

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Congratulations to the Lady Falcons!

Sub-Section 1A East Champions

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Congratulations to the students who participated in the Dorian Honor Band this February!

Back L to R, Alex Love, Casey Olson, Alex Mathison, Elayna Kiehne Front L to R, Rianna Ryan, Kiera Olson, Kayla Biel

Congratulations Jacob Thomas on qualifying and participating in the State Wrestling Tournament.

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Garden In A Glove

Mrs. Keith's 2nd grade class started seeds in a "Garden in a Glove" a few weeks ago. After the seeds sprouted, they transplanted them into larger containers.

It was a great lesson in “where does our food come from.” Thank you to Harmony Agri Services for the seeds!

Mrs. Duff’s class did a STEM activity where the students built the Cat in the Hat's hat using cups and different sizes of paper.

Congratulations to the students who were part of the Three Rivers Honor Band this fall!

L to R, Ashley Haugerud, Kayla Biel, Kiera Olson, Maddie Smith, Elayna Kiehne, Casey Olson

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Piggy by Anna Jorgenson, Oil on Canvas Congratulations to High School Art students on having artwork submitted to the Student Art Show at the Lanesboro Art Center!

Those representing Fillmore Central with art work include: Carlee Birch, Kasey Back, Abby Gastfield, Cassidy Hanson, Anna Jorgenson, Dorothy Jorgenson, Taylor Kunz, Kathryn Kinneberg, Abby Lange, Ellie Liew, Stephanie McElmury, Alyssa Melancon, Kirsten Mock, Porcha Peterson, Erin Sexton, Nati VandeZande, Taylor Wilford, Walker Ward, and Coltin Wingert.

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panion has worked with have held fundraisers to cover their share of the program costs.

“I think the best thing to do would be to educate some of our people to care for their own animals,” Mayor Westby commented. He thanked Quandt for addressing the council, adding that they would discuss it further at a later time.

The council approved the 2017 ambulance subsidy contract. The contract provides an annual $4,500 payment to help cover expenses for the ambulance service.

Governor Dayton signed a bill allowing liquor sales on Sundays that will go into effect in July 2017. City Administrator Karen Larson asked the city’s attorney if the City of Mabel would need to do anything to prepare for that and was assured that it did not. The sale hours

allowed in the bill are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., which the council has the option to restrict if they wish as long as they don’t ban sales completely. The council agreed to leave the hours as is.

After reviewing the pay rates for the Summer Rec program’s director and helpers, the council approved a motion to raise the director’s pay from $350 a week for the six-week program to $400 a week. The helpers’ pay will be increased from $8.00 an hour to $8.25. Kati Bergey was hired as the Summer Rec director.

The council approved a motion to raise each of the activity fees by $5 with the family rates increasing to $85 and $110. Mayor Westby asked if any assistance is available for families who can’t afford the rates and was assured that no one would be turned away for an inability to pay. More information can be obtained by speaking with City Admin-

IRS recaps “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams for 2017 IRS special edition tax tip 2017-04 Each year, the Internal Revenue Service issues a list of the top 12 tax-related scams it sees throughout the year. The IRS “Dirty Dozen” highlights various schemes that taxpayers may encounter anytime, many of which peak during tax-filing season.

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istrator Karen Larson or Kati Bergey.

Larson asked if the council was interested in continuing the swim bus service that the city has run for the last several years.

“It was well used last year,” Larson noted. The costs for the city are fairly low and the kids pay for their own admission into the swimming pool. The council approved the swim bus.

A Mabel resident has brought forth concerns over how fast vehicles drive through the Steam Engine grounds. Last fall, a dog was hit and killed by a car driving through the park. “With the potential for the daycare center there and the kids walking to the park, it’s definitely a concern,” Larson said.

Suggestions to resolve the issue included putting a “no thru traffic” or speed signs up or erecting a fence to block one of the park entrances. The council tabled the matter until the next meeting.

A potential business in town has inquired about putting in solar energy panels. Currently, the city zoning doesn’t address solar energy. Larson suggested that the council update the zoning to include it. The rest of the council concurred that it needed to be done. Larson will discuss the matter further with the attorney, and the council will revisit it at the April meeting.

A letter was received from FEMA informing the city that the window for appeals has opened for the 2011 flood maps. Appeals to the map can be submitted with substantial evidence.

City Works Director Bob Miereau has been discussing the drainage ditch issue along Highway 44 with Davy Engineering.

They recommended installing a culvert under the road with approval from MnDot. Miereau received the council’s permission to apply for a permit with the state.

Miereau reported that during the most recent snowfall, the plowing did not go as well as he hoped. “We were pretty disgusted,” he said about the number of cars that were not moved in accordance with the city’s snow parking ordinance.

Mayor Westby will speak with the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department about enforcing the ordinance.

After a long interview process, the hiring committee consisting of Mayor Westby, Larson, councilman Terry Torkelson, and Mireau recommended that the council approve the hiring of Mr. Ryan for the water/ wastewater/street maintenance operation position. “It was a tough process,” Mayor Westby commented. “We had some really good applications.” The council approved the hire.

The next Mabel City Council meeting will be held on April 12 at 7 p.m.

on Returns: Taxpayers should avoid the temptation to falsify deductions or expenses on their tax returns in order to pay less than they owe or receive larger refunds. Think twice before overstating deductions such as charitable contributions and business expenses or improperly claiming credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit or Child Tax Credit. (IR-2017-28) Falsifying income to claim credits: Don’t invent income to erroneously qualify for tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit. Taxpayers should file the most accurate return possible because they are legally responsible for what is on their return. Claiming false income can lead to taxpayers facing large bills to pay back taxes, interest and penalties. In some cases,

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forming Early Childhood Initiatives (ECI), which are cross-sector coalitions intended to address early childhood needs within communities.”

The shared grant criteria between Early Childhood Initiative awards and community foundation awards was that projects must contribute to community vitality through collaboration.

“We know that more can be achieved together,” said Penny.

“As much as possible through our grantmaking, we want to help communities align various efforts and groups toward a shared goal or vision.”

In all, SMIF awarded $94,000 to 10 Early Childhood Initiative communities and $103,000 to 11 community foundations. For a full listing of grantees and project descriptions, visit SMIF’s website at www.smifoundation.org.

HACF’s mission is “To serve the Harmony area by supporting projects which improve the quality of life and build a stronger community.” HACF’s focus areas include Fillmore Central Schools, public library, arts and history, parks and trails, health and environment, and community support and growth. More HACF information is available

at www.harmonycommunityfoundation.com or www.harmonycommunityfoundation.org. Like us on Facebook.

HACF will host its fourth annual Swing Into Spring fundraiser on April 1 at Wheelers Bar & Grill.

The public is invited to join in for a roaring ‘20s-themed evening of fun. For tickets, or more information about the Swing Into Spring event, or pledging to the Harmony Area Community Foundation, please contact Steve Donney, Chair, at stdonney@gmail.com or (507) 951-4320 or any other board member of Harmony Area Community Foundation, PO Box 342, Harmony, Minn. 55939. www.harmonycommunityfundation.org.

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donor-supported foundation, invests for economic growth in the 20 counties of south central and southeastern Minnesota. The foundation has provided more than $100 million in grants, loans, and programming within the region during the past 30 years. SMIF’s key interests include early childhood, community and economic development.

To learn more about our work and mission, visit www.smifoundation.org.

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projects, we need to tell the stories of those who came before us.

Their trials and accomplishments have made Harmony what it is today — they have left a legacy to be proud of and to not record this history and share it with not only our immediate area but also with those visiting our community and future generations would be a travesty.”

SMIF is an economic development community foundation serving a 20-county region.

It announced the special grant round at its 30th Anniversary Luncheon in October. Grants of up to $10,000 were made available to SMIF’s 23 Early Childhood Initiative coalitions and 26 community foundations to either initiate or deepen a collaborative project.

“Over the years, one of SMIF’s most successful collaborative initiatives has been seeding and supporting new community foundations to enable communities to retain philanthropic dollars at a local level and invest in new community projects,” said SMIF President and CEO Tim Penny.

“Another collaborative success is

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, March 20, 2017

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11th annual Preston Area Community Foundation dinner and auction will be held on March 27 The 11th Annual Preston Area Community Foundation Dinner and Auction will be held Monday, March 27 at the Branding Iron Supper Club in Preston, starting with social hour at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m.

This annual event is a great opportunity for PACF donors in the greater Preston and Fountain areas to hear about the impact their contributions are making to improve the quality of life and build stronger communities.

Highlighting the evening is guest speaker Janet Letnes Martin from Hastings, Minn. Janet is a well known author and humorist who grew up in Hillsboro, N. Dak., where the words “Norwegian and Lutheran” were synonymous. It is no surprise she graduated from Augsburg College in Minneapolis and married Neil Martin, a 100%

Scandinavian-Lutheran from Newfolden, Minn. She is the mother of five daughters and has six grandchildren.

One of her most popular books which she co-authored with Suzann Nelson, Growing up Lutheran, What Does this Mean?, won the Minnesota Book Award for humor, the Minnesota Independent Publisher’s Award, and is the inspiration for the popular Church Basement Ladies musical comedies. Janet has been speaking to churches and organizations for 30 years.

Janet’s topic for the evening will be “Growing Up Rural — You Smell Barn!” which is the title of a new book she is writing. She is bound to provide many chuckles as she talks about growing up in a rural community with all of its idiosyncrasies.

During the evening, two recent grant recipients will speak about how PACF grants have made an impact on the community. Richard Keith, Fillmore Central Schools superintendent, and Kay Spangler, representing the Preston Area Arts Council, will be these speakers.

The PACF is operated under the umbrella of the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF). Kallie Rollenhagen, communications coordinator, will speak about SMIF’s work with the local foundation.

Charles Aug, PACF president, will also give a brief synopsis of the past year.

There will be several opportunities to donate to the PACF at the event through silent and live auctions. All auction proceeds as well as any donations made to PACF that evening will be matched by Dan Christianson and F & M Community Bank

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Lanesboro Arts presents Annual Juried High School Art Show

Featuring art by area students from Chatfield, Mabel-Canton, Fillmore Central, Lanesboro, and RushfordPeterson High Schools Lanesboro Arts is proud to present the Annual Juried High School Art Show, showcasing artworks by 9-12th grade students from Chatfield, Fillmore Central, Lanesboro, MabelCanton, and Rushford-Peterson High Schools. The show opened with a reception on Saturday, March 11 from 6-8 p.m., which was a wonderful opportunity to meet, and ask questions of, student artists and teachers from these schools.

The show runs through March 26, 2017. Always free and open to the public, gallery hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. in March. The show features a variety of art projects, including those in ceramics, acrylics, pastels, ink, pencil, and mixed media sculpture.

“As an art teacher I love going and see what other programs are doing,” shared Abbey Potter of Chatfield High School. “I always feel incredibly inspired and ready to attempt new things when I leave the art show!” She added, “It is so exciting and unique to get to see my students’ artwork hanging in a real gallery. I get goosebumps seeing their work displayed so professionally with the light and attention it deserves.”

According to Gallery Director Robbie Brokken, “The Art Show gives the students an opportunity to reveal a part of themselves to the public and each other through their art. Attendance and support of area families has been overwhelming and helps share our commitment to the community.”

Potter also shared a touching story about the impact last year’s annual art show at Lanesboro Arts had on her ninth grade student, whose original painting was featured in the publicity materials. “She was so excited and genuinely shocked when she found out about it. I sent out an all staff email about the honor and how proud I was. Later that day several staff displayed her work on projectors, congratulated her in front of her classes, and a few even changed their backgrounds on their computers to her artwork. When it came time for the art show opening the whole family came and I could tell from the look on that student’s face that this was an experience she was going to remember for the rest of her life.”

“I don’t think I could have

“The Beauty of Life (& Flowers)” painting by Fillmore Central student Porscha Peterson. created the same affect with an art show in our gym,” Potter stated, “this needed to come from someone outside of her school telling her that her work is wonderful.”

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, March 20, 2017

Fillmore County Police Reports Chatfield Police Department Michelle Marie Copeman, 33, Fountain, Minn.; 12/19/2016, Compose, Read or Send Electronic Message in Motion or Traffic, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Shannon Lee Grotjahn, 34, Goodview, Minn.; 12/18/2016, Speeding (73/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Brandon Lane Hamersma, 20, Mabel, Minn.; 2/12/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

James Daniel Jamieson, 44, Platteville, Wis.; 12/20/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Darryl William Lea, 53, Peterson, Minn.; 2/5/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Keith Wyatt Marshall, 45, Spring Valley, Minn.; 3/25/2016, DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle – Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within Two Hours, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 6/27/2018), Total Fees $1,020. Local Confinement – 365 days (stay 275 days for two years).

Credit for time served: four days.

Defendant to begin serving 30 days jail consecutively by July 1, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. Eighteen days sentence deferred per Judge Opat. Six days not deferred – to be served in March 2017. Thirty six days of sentence may be deferred if defendant complies with staggered sentencing. If Defendant is convicted of another DWI, all the remaining jail time may be executed. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (6/27/2016): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Complete Chemical Assessment within 15 days, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No possession of alcohol or drugs, No alcohol/controlled substance use, Submit to Chemical Testing, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, No assault – no aggressive behavior, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance, Follow all State and Federal criminal laws, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if charged with any new crime, if change address, employment, or telephone number, and/or if have contact with law enforcement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Defendant to remain on SCRAM until he reports to jail.

Jordan Porras, 23, Dickinson, N. Dak.; 2/19/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Justin LeRoy Rickert, 40, Faribault, Minn.; 4/19/2016, Burglary - 3rd Degree – Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Misdemeanor, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Commit to Commissioner of Corrections, St. Cloud Correctional Facility – 33 months (Concurrent/Consecutive).

Condition (2/27/2017): Give DNA sample when directed.

Abraham Schwartz, 41, Monroe, N.Y.; 12/21/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Amber Cheryl Vix, 26, Rushford, Minn.; 11/26/2016, Reckless Driving; Drives Consciously Disregarding a Substantial or Unjustifiable Risk, Fine $1,000 (stay $800 until 3/1/2018), Total Fees $315. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (3/1/2017): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/ controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance - have valid license to drive, Sign Probation Agreement, No mood-altering chemicals, Complete Chemical Assessment - complete within 30 days from March 1, 2017, and follow all recommendations, Sign releases of information as directed, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer.

Benjamin Allen Voss, 21, Apple Valley, Minn.; 1/28/2017, Speeding (73/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

MN State Patrol – Rochester Suzanne Marie Bly, 51, Chatfield, Minn.; 2/14/2017, Texting/Use of Electronic Device While Driving, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Staci Lynn Golladay, 46, Lime Springs, Iowa; 12/13/2016, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Pamela Kay Holte, 50, Fountain, Minn.; 2/23/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

David Ray Merkel, 55, Spring Valley, Minn.; 2/14/2017, Unsecure Load, Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Preston Police Department Willard Jonathan Rislove, 64, Preston, Minn.; 2/5/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping,

Fine $25, Total Fees $37.

Michael Jon Willford, 37, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/22/2017, Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $25, Total Fees $37.

Rushford Police Department Jon Gregory Anderson, 51, Rushford, Minn.; 10/17/2016, Harassment; Restraining Order – Violate Within Ten Years of Previous Domestic Violence Conviction/ Adjudication, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 2/27/2019), Total Fees $990. Local Confinement – 365 days (stay 363 days for two years). Credit for time served: two days. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (2/27/2017): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/ controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Submit to Chemical Testing, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Follow all State and Federal criminal laws, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if have contact with law enforcement, if charged with any new crime, and/or if change address, employment, or telephone number, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives, No harassment violations, Domestic abuse counseling/treatment - complete Domestic Violence Program, No contact with victim(s) - defendant can text or e-mail only for the purpose regarding their children unless the victim does not want contact, No assault no threatening, assaultive, or harassing behavior.

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By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: Can you talk about the open bottle law in Minnesota? Can a person have an alcoholic beverage while operating a boat on a lake?

How about if you are a passenger in the back of a motor home?

Answer: It is against the law for any person to consume alcohol in any vehicle Troy H. while on a Christianson public road.

Public highways are any road, paved or not, that are open to the public for vehicular traffic.

The law also applies to open alcohol containers that are accessible to the driver and passengers. To transport open alcohol containers legally, it must be kept in the trunk or an area that is not readily accessible to occupants of the vehicle.

The driver of a motor vehicle can be cited for allowing an open bottle, even if they are not in possession themselves.

The same law applies in a motor home. No person may legally consume alcoholic beverages whether they are the driver or passenger, regardless of where they are in the motor home, while on a public road.

All occupants must use good judgement when in a motor vehicle.

An open alcohol container is a clue we look for when investigating a possible DWI. An operator of a motor vehicle can be arrested for DWI anywhere within the state of Minnesota if found to under the influence.

Drinking and driving could have a deadly outcome for you, your pas-

sengers and other motorists sharing the road.

The following motorized vehicles are exempt from Minnesota’s open container law: • Off-road vehicles (ATVs)– unless they are being operated on roadways or shoulder of a roadway that is not part of a grant-in-aid trail or trail designated for that vehicle • Motorized boats • Buses operated by a hired driver • A vehicle providing limousine service Boat operators are exempt from this law as they are not being operated on a public road; however, if you are consuming alcohol on the water, the best practice is to have a sober driver because alcohol impairs judgement. There have been many tragic stories on our lakes and rivers where an impaired boat operator has caused a fatal or serious crash.

It is important to note that boat operators can be cited for operating under the influence.

You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths.

If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 559015848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us.

TONY MONTGOMERY REALTY AND AUCTION CO. LYLE R. CAMPBELL ESTATE TRUST 160 -ACRE LAND

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LOCATION: On the farm (MN 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949) From Lanesboro take MN 250 north for 8.6 miles, then left (west) onto MN 30 for 2.5 miles to farm. From Chatfield take Hwy. 30/74 east 4 miles, then continue southeast on Hwy. 30 approx. 7 miles to farm. Watch for auction signs!

Friday, April 7, 2017 10 AM

AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: To settle the Estate of Lyle R. Campbell, the following good 160+/- acre land parcel shall be placed at auction.

160+/- ACRES BARE LAND

All land being offered is located in section 11 of PILOT MOUND Township (T.104N.-R.1OW.) of Fillmore Filmore County MN. Described as the S1/2 of the NW 1/4 & the N1/2 of the SW1/4 of Section 11. There are, according to the FSA office, approximately 142.44+/- acres considered tillable with GREAT soils to include TAMA, LINDSTROM and CHASEBURG. The entire parcel of land carries a CER of 87.5 with a large percentage of the tillable being over 90. TERMS: The land shall be offered as one parcel. All real estate taxes due and payable in the current year shall be prorated. Green acres currently are in effect on the subject property. As a buyer you will be required to deposit day of sale $50,000.00 down in form of "non-refundable" earnest money at the conclusion of the auction, along with entering into a cash sale with no contingencies purchase agreement with the co-representatives of the estate. Closing on the subject property shall be on or before May 1, 2017. Seller will permit buyer entry onto the land prior to closing for field work purposes. Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Company is representing the seller exclusively in this real estate transaction.

All potential buyers shall do their own "due diligence" regarding the purchase.

OPEN HOUSE 3ATURDAY -ARCH n A M .OON s /N THE FARM Go to www.tmracompany.com for more information or call Tony @ 507.259.7502 or Brad Jech @507.421.0232 John D. Wirt & Michael L. Burgdorf co-representatives Robert Ward of Ward & Oehler Ltd. VIEW OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.TMRACOMPANY.COM FOR INFORMATION AND PHOTOS OF THIS AUCTION

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Monday, March 20, 2017

Minnesota ranked third best state in the nation in new study from U.S. News and World Report ST. PAUL, MN – Citing economic opportunities, great educations, and quality health care in Minnesota, U.S. News and World Report today released a study ranking Minnesota the third best state in the nation.

The study also ranked Minnesota as the best state in the region, when compared to North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, and Missouri.

“This ranking affirms what we already know: we live in one of the very best states in the country,” said Governor Mark Dayton. “But we still have more work to do to ensure that Minnesota is a state that works for everyone. I urge the Legislature to join me in making the investments necessary to ensure that our state remains a national leader in education, health care, modern infrastructure, and other essential elements of economic opportunity for all our citizens.”

Among the categories considered in the study, Minnesota scored top rankings in opportunity, health care, infrastructure, education, and the economy. In every category scored, Minnesota beats the average of all states in the nation. The study notes that Minnesota has “the thirdbest health care and some of the best infrastructure and opportunity in the nation.”

“This study underscores that investments in education and infrastructure drive opportunities for all Minnesotans, everywhere in our state,” said Lt. Governor Tina Smith. “Governor Dayton’s Opportunity Agenda will continue this progress.”

Since Governor Dayton took office, the state has turned a $6 billion deficit into consistent budget surpluses, paid back $2.8 billion in debt to our schools, and added more than 255,400 jobs. Under the Governor’s leadership, the state has made investments in education every year – no excuses, no exceptions – to grow greater opportunity for all Minnesota families. Governor

Dayton is now calling for An Opportunity Agenda for a Better Minnesota, to continue that progress and make Minnesota a state that works for everyone, everywhere in our state.

Minnesota’s number three best state ranking In addition to Minnesota’s national number three best state ranking, the study also ranked Minnesota as the number one state in the region, which also includes North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, and Missouri.

Below, see Minnesota’s rankings in the different categories studied. Listed are category, national ranking and regional ranking • Opportunity, 2, 1 • Education, 3,1 • Infrastructure, 5,1 • Health Care, 3,1 • Economy, 12, 2 • Crime and Corrections, 17, 3 • Government Administration, 24, 5 In the study, Minnesota also ranked #1 nationally for Labor Force Participation, #4 for Educational Attainment, and #5 for Medicare Quality. Additional information is available on the U.S. News and World Report website.

Righting the fiscal ship When Governor Dayton took office in 2011, the state faced a $6 billion projected budget surplus. This shortfall pushed debt on our public schools and forced massive cuts on the efficient, accountable government services that Minnesota families and businesses rely on.

Now, thanks to Governor Dayton’s leadership, Minnesota has seen eight-straight budget surpluses, including the current $1.65 billion projected budget surplus. The state has paid back the $2.8 billion we previously owed our schools, and has begun to reverse years of disinvestments in our students and families. Thanks to the Governor’s sound fiscal management, Minnesota’s budget reserves are

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Minnesota’s success has been noted in national publications like the Chicago Tribune, where Eric Zorn wrote in 2015 that Minnesota has a “budget surplus and a robust economic climate that’s the envy of the state’s Midwestern neighbors.” This accountable government service under Governor Dayton’s leadership has helped make Minnesota a state that works better for all Minnesotans, everywhere in our state.

Other top rankings Today’s ranking from U.S. News and World Report follows other recent recognitions of Minnesota’s successes. Below, see some of Minnesota’s other top rankings from recent years.

• USA Today: Second-Best Run State in the Nation • CNB: America’s Top States for Business • Politico: Second-Strongest State in the Nation • Gallup: Top State on the Job Creation Index • Wallet Hub: Best State for Women • AARP: Best State to Retire In • Annie E. Casey Foundation: Best State for Kids Expanding opportunity for all Minnesotans Governor Mark Dayton has

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. proposed an Opportunity Agenda for a Better Minnesota – a two-year budget including a set of specific solutions to our state’s challenges, and a commitment to a better future for all Minnesotans. Governor Dayton’s Opportunity Agenda will improve education from preschool to career

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Rushford’s schedule of events already gaining momentum

By Kirsten Zoellner Things are getting busy for Rushford this summer. Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce Director Jen Hengel detailed two specific upcoming events for the council at the Monday, March 13 council meeting.

First up was the Root River Bluff & Valley Bicycle Tour. Put on by HaveFunBiking.com, the event is slated for Friday, July 7 through Sunday July 9. In its second year, the endurance riding tour will bring an estimated 100150 cyclists into the community July 7. The group will camp in Creekside Park that evening and the group will dine at downtown establishments. Hengel requested use of the park for primitive camping, access to electricity and water. The group may be bringing a shower trailer. The Lions Club is organizing a breakfast for the group.

The second event, the Great River Rumble, is slated to begin Saturday, July 29. The group is planning to kayak 92 miles from the Rush Creek to its merger into the Root River and on to the Mississippi River. The evening before, the group will come into the city and camp in Creekside Park and visit downtown dining establishments for dinner. They will launch from the southeast part of Creekside Park into the Rush Creek. Volunteers are being organized to help assist kayakers in navigating the shallow sections as they make their way to the Root River.

The council praised the events in the community and approved usage of Creekside Park for camping, electrical usage, and water.

Hengel has also been working on securing new wayfinding signage for the city of Rushford.

Funding donations from the Rushford Economic Development Authority and the Rushford Community Foundation have put the new signage within reach, but Minnesota Department of

The City of Rushford council reviewing wayfinding signage plans at the March 13 council meeting. Pictured, left to right, are City Administrator Tony Chladek, Chamber Director Jen Hengel, Councilor Mark Honsey, Mayor Chris Hallum, Councilors Terri Benson and Jim O’Donnell, and City Clerk Kathy Zacher.

Photo by Kirsten Zoellner Transportation sign regulations are making it increasingly difficult find a workable solution to signing needs.

Three highways converge in Rushford; Highway 16 and 30 from the west, and Highway 43 from the north and south.

Because of this, MnDOT guidelines require signage on state right of way to meet specific criteria. This includes color, pictograph size and content, a minimum six-inch font, a sevenfoot ground to sign clearance, distance from existing signs, and reflectivity. The current designs are larger than either Hengel or most on the council would like to see. “With the regulations, it’s not quite the little signs you see in other towns,” said Hengel.

Hengel detailed several locations where the signs are to be located, including north and south of the turn off Highway 43 to the new school and Creekside Park, north and south of Magelssen Bluff Hiking Trails,

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“We want to be aesthetically pleasing,” cautioned Hengel. Signage cannot be put on existing streetlights, recently installed by the city. They were designed for banners, but even the option of banners isn’t feasible for the city as MnDOT prohibits wayfinding on banners.

The signs, as currently designed, range to 69 inches in length.“I can see if you’re going down the highway at 55 miles an hour. You want to see it. But, this isn’t.” MnDOT requires the large six-inch lettering signs for anything on their right of way over 25 miles per hour. Hengel wasn’t sure what size was allowed under that speed. Councilor Mark Honsey suggested the council install signs at the locations at the edges of town, where they aren’t infringing on any property or landscape, and allow public feedback on their design before ordering and placing any other signs. “It’s bigger than a sheet of plywood,” said Honsey.

“It’s a billboard,” echoed Councilor Terri Benson.

Hengel will revisit with MnDOT to see if further modifications can be made to reduce the sign size and whether perforated or indented to allow wind passage. The signs, once ordered, would arrive within two weeks, and can be installed by Public Works. The council thanked Hengel for her work.

Police Chief Adam Eide was also present at the meeting to provide an update on department activities, review significant trends, and discuss police service agreements with the cities of Peterson and Rushford Village.

Eide was at the March 8 Peterson Council meeting, along with Fillmore County Sheriff Tom Kaase.

The city of Rushford sent the cities of Peterson and Rushford Village formal letters in Janu-

ary notifying both that a current response arrangement will end December 31, 2017. Both the Sheriff’s Department and Rushford Police Department have indicated a contemporary agreement would need to be in place for policing the two municipalities.

“The ball is rolling in the right direction,” said Eide. “We’re looking to find something fair and

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equitable for everyone. I think it’ll open up people’s eyes that we have these services; up to this point. We have everybody’s best efforts in mind. We just need to start the conversation.”

Councilor O’Donnell questioned whether a similar meeting with the Village has taken place and Eide indicated he’d reached out to them. “One thing Sheriff Kaase said, to the best of my recollection, was that he’d like to get small groups together [two council representatives, Kaase, and Eide]. If they’re game, we’d like to have those conversations,” said Eide.

Councilor Bunke noted he’d been interested in Kaase’s recent comments about the work county deputies are doing with community outreach. “We need people backing you,” said Bunke.

“There’s an undercurrent of distrust. It would be nice to put it to bed.”

Eide indicated the Rushford Department is very active in the community. “It’s being out in the public; approachable. That’s what I’m going for,” added Eide.

Councilor Terri Benson suggested the department highlight positive stories and information on the department’s social media to further bridge any gap.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, March 27, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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

WED., MARCH 22 •Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*

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AUCTION CALENDAR

Sat., March 18 at 9am - Furniture, antiques, collectibles, tools, toys, and household items.

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Fri., March 24 at 9:30am - Ag Machinery, Misc Equipment. Taking Consignments! Call Hoyt Zenke 507-429-9999 or Kevin McCormick 507-450-9055, Office 507-724-2090. Listing in the Journal

Thur., March 30 - Tractors, skidloader, hay & forage equipment, tillage equipment, trees, vehicles. For more information, contact Gehling Auction Co., 507-765-2131. Listing in the Journal

Through Fri., March 31 - 2 parcels offered by the All-American Co-op. Chatfield grain elevator and all related facilities for sale by sealed bid. For more information, contact Glenn Lutteke or Todd Stockdale at All-American Co-op, 507-533-4222.

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Fri., April 7 at 10AM - 160-acre land auction located in section 11 of Pilot Mound Township of Fillmore County, MN. For more information, call Tony at 507-259-7502. Listing in the Journal Thurs., April 13 at 10am - Anthony Bros.

Excavation Excess Equipment. For more information contact Zenke Auction at www. zenkeonline.com or www.zenkeauctionrealty. com. Listing in the Journal Sat., April 15 - Consignments wanted. Tractors, haying equipment, harvesting, tillage, farm machinery, lawn mowers, woodworking tools, any type of farm items. For more information contact Dan at Davis Corners Auction Service, 319-240-9984. Listing in the Journal Sat., April 22 at 10am - ATVs, 4 wheelers, side by sides, motorcycles, all types of lawn & garden and equipment. For more information, call Gehling Auction Co., at 507-765-2131 or email denny@ gehlingauction.com. Listing in the Journal

ONLINE AUCTIONS Through Wed., March 26 at 5:30pm - Collector plates, prints, Fenton, guns, sporting goods, coins, furniture, household, antiques, glassware, and much more. For more info and complete listing, call 800-852-0010 or visit darrauctions.com. Listing in Journal.

Through Wed., March 29 at 5pm - Steiger Cougar ST270 Tractor, JD 7520 Tractor, Walker 2-compartment 6200-gal tanker trailer. For more information contact Zenke Auction at www. zenkeonline.com or www.zenkeauctionrealty.com Listing in Journal.

March 23 through March 29 at 6pm - Antiques, collectibles, household items, furniture, beer memorabilia. Still looking for consigners. For more information contact Harmony Online Auctions, harmonyonlineauctions@gmail.com or call 507259-6737. Listing in the Journal

PUBLIC NOTICES CARIMONA TOWNSHIP ROCK QUOTES Carimona Township will accept quotes on crushed rock that meet the state specifications to be delivered and spread on township roads by order of the supervisors. Certificate of Insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes must be PRINTED in the hands of theWITH Clerk of Carimona Township by Monday, April 3, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes.

Linda Marzolf, Clerk 19792 County 15 Printed onPreston, recycled paper MN 55965 Publish 20, 27

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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 Supervisorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; discretion. Blading, trucking, and snow removal on a per hours basis. Quote must be accompanied by an equipment list. All quotes must be accompanied by a certificate of insurance. All quotes must be delivered in an envelope marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Quote Enclosedâ&#x20AC;? and be in the hands of the Clerk by 6:00 p.m.

April 5, 2017. Quotes will be opened at the April 6, 2017, regular meeting at the Fountain Fire Hall beginning at 8:00 p.m.

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

Dan Graskamp, Clerk 814 Miller Lane SE Stewartville, MN 55976 Publish 13,20,27

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-l1-82 In Re: Estate of ROGER J. RISTAU, Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated September 11, 2007. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Ella Ristau, 26366 County 14, Preston, Minnesota 55965, to serve as the personal representative of the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate.

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

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

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: February 9, 2017 /s/James D. Attwood Court Administrator LUHMANN LAW, LLC Dwight D. Luhmann MN# 0300238 PO Box 87 Preston MN 55965 Telephone: 507-216-6622 e-mail: dwight@luhmannlaw.com Publish 13,20

RESIDENTS OF CARIMONA TOWNSHIP The regular meetings of the board members of the Carimona Township will be held on the first Monday of each month at 8:00 pm at the Preston Emergency Services Building until further notice.

Linda Marzolf, Clerk Publish 20, 27

Minnesota Secretary of State Amendment to Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 322C 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Bangs electric 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. 305 s main st canton, mn 55922 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. s bangs electric llc 305 s main st canton, mn 55922 4. This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name File Number: 1844901-2 originally filed on may 12, 2006 5. 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.

Dated: March 2, 2017 /s/Shawn Bangs Publish 13,20 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: Fire Cat solar 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. 305 S Main St canton, mn 55922 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.

S Bangs electric llc 305 s main st canton, mn 55922 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.

Dated: March 2, 2017 /s/Shawn Bangs Publish 13,20

notice of time change fountain township The Fountain Township Board of Supervisors will hold regular monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month in the Fountain Fire Hall. Meetings for the months of April 2017 through November 2017 will begin at 8:00 p.m.

Meetings for the months of December 2017 through March 2018 will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Dan Graskamp, Clerk Publish 13,20 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: green dot produce plus 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. 525 N section ave spring valley, mn 55975 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. dorothy m. holland 525 n section ave spring valley, mn 55975 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.

Dated: March 1, 2017 /s/Dorothy M. Holland Publish 20,27

CITY OF RUSHFORD VILLAGE ROCK BIDS REQUEST

The City of Rushford Village will accept bids for up to 5,000 cubic yards of Class 2 crushed rock wearing course that meets MN DOT requirements, to be delivered by the cubic yard and spread or stockpiled, or picked up at the quarry pile. Must be spread on roads by June 15, 2017 and stockpiled for winter use in September or October, 2017. Penalties may be imposed if rock is delayed. Please specify price per ton and price per yard. Bids must include a Certificate of Insurance and be received by the Rushford Village City Clerk, 43038 State Highway 30, Rushford Village, MN 55971-5167 no later than 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Please label outside of envelope â&#x20AC;&#x153;2017 ROCK BIDâ&#x20AC;?.

Note: Rushford Village requires that rock is to be billed directly by the rock company to others, when delivered to others at the same time as to Rushford Village.

Mary Miner, Clerk City of Rushford Village

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: the black crow gallery 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. 110 Coffee St. Lanesboro, mn 55949 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.

Valerie L. S. Tindall 306 Elmwood st. e. lanesboro, mn 55949 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.

Dated: March 11, 2017 Valerie L. S. Tindall Publish 20,27 notice of annual meeting bristol center cemetery association The annual meeting of the Bristol Center Cemetery Association will be on March 25, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Harmony House Restaurant in Harmony, MN. Don Bellingham Secretary/Treasurer Publish 13,20

LOST/FOUND MY BLACK WINTER COAT is missing.

It got exchanged at the United Methodist Church in Harmony 2 weeks ago. Your coat doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fit me! Call 507-421-2534. l20-x

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

FOR SALE BILLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GUN SHOP. Buy, sell, trade, and repair. We are your local MUCK BOOT dealer. Hours: 7pm-10pm M-F, Saturday 8am-5pm, Sunday by appointment. 1 1/4 miles south of Carimona, 19708 Kava Rd, Preston. 507-765-2762 s10eow- o Wood pallets. All sizes and wood colors. $5 each. Call 507-251-5297. s23tfn-x

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THANKâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;YOU ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THE FAMILY OF ARLIN HEBRINK would like to thank everyone for their support and condolences during the time of his death.

Georgia Hebrink Linda & Bruce Faber Janet & Roger Sinning Mark & Cindy Hebrink t,20-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANK YOU SO MUCH TO OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS for your prayers, flowers, memorials and food given upon Marys passing. A special thank you to Assisted Living in Preston who took such good care of her for years.

Thank you to the Preston Ambulance Service and Preston Olmsted Medical who were always there when she needed them. Thank you to Pastor Bredberg for the service, to Tami Christanson for the wonderful music, Phillip Milne and Ron Laughlin for ushering, Amanda for making the bulletins, and the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle at Christ Lutheran for the fellowship and cleanup. Thank you to the Hindt Funeral Home for handling all the details and Lisa (Lawstuen) Fox for your kind words about Mary during the service. If we have forgotten anyone, with a thank you, please accept our apology. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great hugs and smile are gone but her memories are with us forever. Thank you all again.

Jerry Nagle Devin Nagle & Dawn Hellickson Marcie Nagle & Dennie Lightle and their families ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANK YOU FROM THE FAMILY OF DELBERT MANDELKO. We sincerely thank our relatives and friends for the amazing celebration of Delbertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. Your visits, gifts of food, and phone calls were greatly appreciated. A special appreciation to Pastor Mary Waudby and St. Matthewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church â&#x20AC;&#x153;family,â&#x20AC;? as well as the Honor Guard of the Preston VFWLegion. Thank you to Mayo Hospice for your care, Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home for your exceptional service, Branding Iron, Preston Floral and The Sweet Shop and Sandwich Shoppe. A final thanks for the many cards and donations to our family and to the Justin Delbert Mandelko Scholarship Fund.

Donna, Steve & Susan Dave & Joan Craig & Jean ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

FARM BRILLION SEEDER, very good condition; calf warming box - like new condition. Call 507-273-3637. f13,20-x FEATHERLITE STOCK TRAILER Model 8200, 7â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gooseneck, all aluminum, 2 inside gates, walk-on fender, electric lift & rubber mats. Call 763/4386368 (MCAN)

AUTOS DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-752-6680 (MCN) DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800-283-0205 (MCN)

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Requires less wood and provides more heat. Central Boiler certified Classic Edge OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. Call Today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533-4523. s20,27,3-o Antique Green & Cream Copper Clad Cookstove. Malleable Range N Series. Serial number PB83. Very good condition. Call 507-583-2616 and leave a name and contact number. s13,20-x Fuel Trailer & 4 Place Snowmobile Trailer Close-Out Sale! New 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cargo Vnose Ramp Door $2,750.00, Tow Dollies Starting at $999.00, Scissor lift & Dump trailers, Trailer Repairs & 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of trailer parts. GPS TRACKING. www.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

EMPLOYMENT FULL-TIME CUSTODIAN opening at Fillmore Central Schools. 2:00p.m.

- 10:30p.m. with time split between Harmony and Preston sites. Application available online at FC website: www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us or may be picked up in any FC school office. Send completed application to: Heath Olstad, K-12 Principal, Fillmore Central Schools, P.O. Box 599, Harmony, MN 55939. Position open until filled. E.O.E. h27,6,13,20-o Head cook position. Call 507-7659986, ask for Cathy Nation. h20,27-o DEPENDABLE CAREGIVER needed in Spring Valley. Duties include some light housekeeping. 12 or 4 hour shifts, full-time or part-time. $13/hr. 507-2512978. h13,20,27-x ATTENTION: LIFEGUARDS - The Preston Park Board is accepting applications for the 2017 season. All lifeguards must complete the provided CPR/1st Aid course and orientation training.

Reimbursement of Lifeguard training fee upon successful completion and 160 hours worked. WSI training is recommended for applicants age 16 and up with reimbursement of WSI fee upon successful completion and 50 hours worked.

Applications may be picked up at City Hall in Preston. Application deadline is 4:30pm on Friday, April 28, 2017. NEW WAGES FOR 2017!!! h20,4/3-o

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

RN/LPN Full-time Night Nurse

Position 10pm-6am & every other weekend Contact: Sue Lenz, DON (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73377

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

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

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

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

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

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Spring Valley Living is currently seeking part-time employees to work within our housing with services setting.

Evening and overnight shifts available.

Duties may include housekeeping, activities, meal service and some personal cares. Please visit our website at www. springvalleyliving.org/careers or stop in to apply today! EOE. h20,27-o

HOUSEKEEPING HELP WANTED every other weekend and weekdays. Call 507-467-2936, ask for Jackie, or stop in at Green Gables Inn. h13-TFN-o

FARM HAND, SHOP MAINTENANCE for crop/cattle farm in Rushford area.

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LANESBORO CHILD CARE CENTER is looking to add a new member to our amazing team. Our center is open year-round from 6:30am-6:00pm. Interested applicants may apply in person at the Lanesboro Child Care Center. Questions? Contact Heidi at 507-467-2175. h6,13,20-o

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

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

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Contact Tanya or Joyce

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$2,000 sign-on bonus "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."

Contact Tanya or Joyce

115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 • EOE

is seeking a goal-oriented, enthusiastic, outgoing

ADVERTISING ASSISTANT

The Fillmore County Journal is growing and we are looking for a goal-oriented, enthusiastic, outgoing team player with great organizational skills to take on a new role with our company.

If you like working with people and have excellent verbal and written communication skills, then send your cover letter and resume to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com. Or you can mail it to P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965.

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Is public service your calling? Do you have a customer service background and a desire to help promote our community? The City of Preston has an opening for the position of Tourism & Chamber Director. This year-round, parttime (approximately 29 hours a week) position will focus on managing tourism and Chamber of Commerce activities in Preston. Job application packets are available at http://www.prestonmn. org or by contacting Preston City Hall (507) 765-2153 - 210 Fillmore St. West.

Position will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to applications received by March 23, 2017. h13,20-o

Need ambitious young professionals for custom harvesting. Operators, full time Truck Drivers. Housing and transportation provided, Competitive wages. 785545-5966 (MCN)

TRUCK DRIVERS. CDL-A Company Drivers and Owner Operators. Great pay and benefits. Driver friendly. All miles paid. Many bonuses. Home when needed. Nice equipment. Paid weekly. WWW. MCFGTL.COM Call now 507-437-9905 (MCN) PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000 Weekly Mailing Brochures From Home!

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Apply in person at Rushford Foods, mail your resume to: Rushford Foods ATTN: Mike Agrimson PO Box 369 Rushford, MN 55971 or submit online at www.myrushfordfoods.com - employment tab.

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We have many open positions both full-time and part-time.

We offer Competitive Pay, Flexible Schedule, and a busy work environment!

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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Contact: Karen Miller, DoN 507.498.3211 Ext. 73427

CDL A DRIVERS $7,500 sign-on-bonus.

Medical benefits day 1 & earn $65k+ in your first year!!! Guaranteed pay. Profit sharing, 401k with company match & more! Call Jim Robbins 253/512-1887 or go to www.joinmclane.com/minnesota (MCAN)

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SERVICES

Part-Time

 Competitive Wages & Benefits  New Shift/Weekend Differential

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Conservation Technician for the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD).

Requires a minimum of an Associate’s degree (AA/AS) or equivalent from an accredited school in natural resources management, environmental studies, or related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in these areas. The position includes a variety of technical duties to support the activities of the SWCD, such as survey, design and installation of conservation practices, water quality monitoring, assistance with the Wetland Conservation Act, development of conservation plans and GIS. Salary starts at $18.46/hour depending on experience and qualifications. Submit SWCD application, cover letter and resume to the Fillmore SWCD, 900 Washington St. NW, Preston, MN 55965. Applications and job descriptions are available from the SWCD (phone 507-765-3878, ext. 3, or online at www. fillmoreswcd.org). Applications accepted until 4:30 pm on Wednesday, March 22, 2017. Fillmore SWCD is an equal opportunity employer. h13,20-o

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Rushford Foods is hiring staff to assist in our Deli and Bakery department. Must have a positive customer service attitude, enjoy food preparation, baking, cooking and the ability to work on multiple tasks. A typical work schedule will be 18 – 25 hours per week, with various shifts from 7am – 8pm daily. Must be willing to work a weekend rotation and 18 years or older for this position.

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Maple Leaf Services Inc. has provided support for persons with Intellectual Disabilities for the past 40 years. Maple Leaf Services provides competitive wages, health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement for its employees. We are now accepting applications for Full and Part-time employment in the Harmony, Preston and Spring Valley area.

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding career?

Apply online at mapleleafservices.org or call 507-765-2107 AAE/EOE

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193.77 ACRE TROY SOINEY FARM FOR SALE

BY SEALED BID AUCTION

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

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245 2ND AVE NE HARMONY OFFERED SEALED BIDS

Sealed bids will be accepted until 4 PM on April 5, 2017 at RE/MAX Select Properties for the property located at 245 2nd Ave NE Harmony, MN 55939.

Described as: Single family home built in 1949, 1 Âź story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, approximately 2706 sq. ft., including basement, 2 car att. garage, Lot size: 100 feet x 111 feet lot. Contact the listing broker below for a Property Information Packet.

Legal Description: Lots 1 & 2, Block 2, Ryanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Second Addition, City of Harmony Tax Parcel ID: #15.0358.000 includes land and buildings.

Bids will be opened privately by Seller and Broker. The top three bidders will be notified and must be reachable by phone on Wednesday, April 5, 2017. The top three bidders will required to meet Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 10 am at the RE/MAX office in Harmony for a bid off. Each bidder will be able to raise their bids until the highest and best offer is reached. The successful bidder will be required to immediately enter into a purchase agreement providing earnest money in the amount of ten percent (10%) down and the balance payable upon closing, on or before May 5, 2017.

Initial sealed bids shall be accompanied by a cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check made payable to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hammell & Murphy, Trust Accountâ&#x20AC;? for five percent (5%) of the bid as an earnest money deposit. SELLER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS AND TO NEGOTIATE WITH BIDDERS, AND FURTHER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CONDUCT A BID-OFF BETWEEN THE TOP FIVE (5) BIDDERS FOR EACH TRACT. If seller exercises its right to conduct a bid-off, the bid-off shall occur on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at 1:30 P.M. at the Hammell & Murphy law office.

OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturday, March 18, 10 am - noon Tuesday, March 21, 1 -3 pm.

Private showings may be scheduled by contacting listing broker.

All bids must be: in writing, signed by person making the offer, include a return address, best reachable telephone number, include a letter of financial capability supporting the buyers offer, and delivered in a sealed envelope no later than 4 PM on Wednesday April 5, 2017 to RE/MAX Select Properties, Attn: Sealed Bid, 25 W. Center St., P.O. Box 425, Harmony MN 55939.

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Roxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI Kelsey Bergey, GRI 25 W. Center St. Harmony MN 55939 PH: 507-886-4221 www.SEMNrealestate.com Roxanne@harmonytel.net Minnesota & Iowa Licensed Each office independently owned & operated.

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$154,900 224 MILL CREEK ROAD NW, CHATFIELD #4077093 â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bath â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car Garage â&#x20AC;˘ 1,480 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Everything on Main Level â&#x20AC;˘ Handicap Accessible â&#x20AC;˘ 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Doors â&#x20AC;˘ In-floor heat â&#x20AC;˘ Gas Fireplace â&#x20AC;˘ Master Suite with walk-in closet â&#x20AC;˘ Creek view â&#x20AC;˘ No Association Fee â&#x20AC;˘ Great location â&#x20AC;˘ Quick Possession

204 DIVISION ST NE, CHATFIELD

$156,900 #4074414

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10:3O AM ~ 11:30 AM

$179,900

451 AVE C NE, CHATFIELD

SATURDAY MARCH 25, 2017 AFFORDABLE ACREAGE ON BLACKTOP

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$124,900 26026 COUNTY 1, SPRING VALLEY #4075046 â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ Shed (16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) â&#x20AC;˘ Remodeled kitchen with cherry cabinetry â&#x20AC;˘ Vinyl Siding â&#x20AC;˘ Replacement windows â&#x20AC;˘ Deck â&#x20AC;˘ Built in 1949 â&#x20AC;˘ Private setting â&#x20AC;˘ Shared well

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â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bath â&#x20AC;˘ Main Floor Living â&#x20AC;˘ Gas Fireplace â&#x20AC;˘ Both levels finished â&#x20AC;˘ Sunroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2,384 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ New flooring â&#x20AC;˘ Fresh paint â&#x20AC;˘ No mowing or snow removal

122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD

SOLD 6300 SOUTH POINTE DR SW, ROCHESTER â&#x20AC;˘ 2 BedroomS â&#x20AC;˘ 2O BathLâ&#x20AC;˘ 3D Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ 2,723 106 FILLMORE ST NE, CHATFIELD

â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 672 sq. ft. Garage

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$299,900

#4072386

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 5,388 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ Original woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Elaborate craftsmanship â&#x20AC;˘ 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Double staircases â&#x20AC;˘ Pocket doors â&#x20AC;˘ Ash/Maple/Oak floors â&#x20AC;˘ Remodeled kitchen with granite tops & butler pantry â&#x20AC;˘ Finished walk up attic â&#x20AC;˘ Large corner lot â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Covered porches â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Milo White Houseâ&#x20AC;? (Hazelwood) on the National Register

1147 JOHN & MARY DR. SE, CHATFIELD â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Full baths â&#x20AC;˘ 722 sq. ft. Garage

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

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NEW CONSTRUCTION!

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

NEW PRICING

LISTINGspace â&#x20AC;˘ Large display window â&#x20AC;˘ 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for NEW retail/office â&#x20AC;˘ Renovated handicap bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ New commercial grade carpet â&#x20AC;˘ Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor â&#x20AC;˘ Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments

JUST FOR FUN

Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any and all technicalities in the bidding process. Announcements on the day of the bid opening shall take precedence over previous advertisements or statements. The property is being sold AS IS, buyers to inspect to their own satisfaction.

The successful bidder will be required to enter into a Standard Minnesota Purchase Agreement; said agreement will provide for real estate taxes being prorated to the date of closing and also provide for a closing date on or before April 28, 2017, with sellers moving out of house by June 10, 2017.

Purchaser shall have full rights to farm property for the 2017 crop year.

The premises are being sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;?. Seller will have an open house on March 18, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Address of property is 39976 120th St., Mabel, MN 55954. If you should have any questions regarding this property or the bid procedure, please contact the law offices of Jed J. Hammell, Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P. 110 East Main St., Caledonia, Minnesota at (507) 725-3361 or by email at jedrhm@acegroup.cc.

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Bids shall be made in writing, enclosed in a sealed envelope and plainly marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Soiney Farm Saleâ&#x20AC;? on the exterior and shall identify the Tract bid upon. Bids shall contain the name, address and phone numbers of the bidder.

Bids may be either delivered in person or mailed to Jed J. Hammell, Hammell & Murphy, 110 East Main St., Caledonia, MN 55921. Bids shall be deemed received on the date the bid arrives at the Law Office of Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P.

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TRACT 3: Entire 193.77 Acre parcel consisting of Tract 1 and Tract 2.

ELCOR Realty Co.

TWO BEDROOM UPSTAIRS apartment in Peterson. Utilities not included.

No pets, no smoking. Applicants will be screened. 507-875-2643. 6-tfn-o

House, 46Wx58L pole shed and multiple other out buildings

TRACT 2: 53.03 Acres containing newer residential home, cattle facility and buildings, 20 acre pasture with artesian pond, excellent deer and turkey hunting and approximately 20 acres of tillable land.

$129,900

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

RECYCLED PAPER HOBBY FARM

TRACT 1: 140.74 Acres containing almost all tillable land with direct access to township road.

209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD

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SOLD 235 5TH AVE SE, HARMONY â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms 2 Baths, LDâ&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car Sâ&#x20AC;˘O 712 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Main floor bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘Â¨2 Updated

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205 HUDSON AVE, CANTON

SOLD 306 1ST ST E, FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bedroom (Main) Lâ&#x20AC;˘D1 Bedroom, SO

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedrooms (2nd floor) â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Âź

428 HILLSIDE DR SE, CHATFIELD

$244,900 #4073229

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

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE

EYOTA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0.24 acre lot in established neighborhood with city utilities backing up to City Park. #4075127 $21,500 FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Large level lot (132â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 300â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900 PRESTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JUST LISTED! Wooded 19 Acre building site with good access. #4077803 $89,900 PRESTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JUST LISTED! 20 Acre building site located along a blacktop road with 14 acres tillable. #4077802 $109,900 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 acres of woods with approximately 400â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. #4076539 $60,000 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $99,900 $87,900 $74,900 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 rural acreage subdivision lots (3.77 acre & 5.76 acre) Call for details! $69,900/each CHATFIELD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Affordable 0.24 acre lot suitable for walkout along Amco Drive SE with city utilities. #4076290 $40,000 CHATFIELD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Commercial lot offering 0.85 acres, city utilities, level, 311 feet of Hwy 30 frontage, ready to build & only couple blocks off Hwy 52. #4062958 $89,900 CHATFIELD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 acres tucked in the valley with 429 feet of Root River frontage including an old farm house (gutted) to remodel for your permanent home or cabin. Small pasture for the animals, nice views & short drive to town. #4075434 $115,000

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14308 COUNTY RD 8 SPRING VALLEY • $155,000

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If you are looking for a small place in the country, look no further! Affordable, neat & clean property. All the mechanicals are in good condition including updated mound septic system with compliance, good well test results and radon testing good. 2nd kitchen in basement with laundry area, family room and den which could easily be a 3rd bedroom by adding egress window. Main level has new triple pane windows, bay window in living room, eat in kitchen 2 bedrooms and full bath. Gorgeous setting with an abundance of wildlife, birds and ample room for gardening. 2 storage sheds, 2 car detached garage and 12x24 heated workshop. Ready for immediate occupancy!

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

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

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423 N PARK DR SPRING VALLEY • $279,000

Beautiful custom built home with numerous updates and amenities.

Handicap accessible property, sits on 3/4 acre lot, and conveniently located close to shopping areas, medical facilities, banks and gas stations.

Gorgeous sun-filled sunroom, corner gas fireplace, custom cabinetry, ceramic tile and hardwood floors. Also, transom windows and tray ceilings. Master bedroom with walk-in closet and master bath w/separate shower. Heated garage, built-in shelving in both garage and storage shed for extra storage. Move-in condition!

Commercial Opportunities

626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD

712 CLIFF ST NE CHATFIELD

SOLD!

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

300 KIRKWOOD ST E. LANESBORO

$249,900

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3 bedrooms • d/o • formal dining room • living room • large open kitchen w/ dining • wood floors • main floor laundry • enclosed porch • patio • deck • 2 car garage • storage shed • private yard overlooking Sylvan Park • shop area in lower level

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214 MAIN ST FOUNTAIN

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

$135,000

(West Chatfield) • Wooded 4.51 acres • Quiet setting beautiful scenery 3 bedrooms • large fenced yard • newer windows • living room • dining

$279,900

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

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Immaculate ranch • 4 bedrooms • 2 baths • Open floor plan • • Opening living and family room • Large remodeled master bedroom room • covered patio quiet street Wood floors • Gas fireplace • Deck • Main floor laundry • Car • Remodeled bath • Large kitchen and dining • Patio • 2 car garage • Maintenance free siding • Price includes new septic $169,900 garage • W/o lower level • Large family room • New carpet NEW

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

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

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

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

$39,500

385 HILLSIDE SR. SE CHATFIELD

Commercial building

Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • High traffic area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation $110,000

Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to golf course • Open to builders • City Utilities

6.58 acres • Close to new elementary • Edge of city limits • Blacktop road 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Large main floor master suite • Remodeled • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Wood floors • Covered patio • Deck • Built-ins • 2 bathrooms • New metal roof • Updated kitchen • Built-in hutch • Main car attached garage • 4+ heated garage/shop (1,536 sq. ft) • 2 additional floor laundry • Over sized 2+ garage • Maintenance free siding • d/o out buildings • Sold as-is

$725,000

15 2ND ST SE CHATFIELD Commercial building

3 story building with finished basement • 8 rental units for income • All bar equipment will stay • Newer elevator • Newer sprinkler system • Updated and ready for business • Ideal for bar, restaurant, office space, any type of retail • Unlimited possibilities • Was a hotel, medical center and bar $114,900

137 ST. PAUL ST PRESTON

Commercial building

ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE

14807 HIGHWAY 30 SE CHATFIELD

Spud Boy Diner 105 PARKWAY AVE LANESBORO

SOLD!

Old bank building • 3 vaults still available • FORESTVILLE STATE PARK Multiple Office Space • Unlimited potential for $69,900 investment • 3 rentals on 2nd levels • Enclosed 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, fishing, camping porch area • Private • Ideal for house or cabin

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90 MAIN STREET FOUNTAIN Commercial building

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

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44959 Plummer St, RUSHFORD

364 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD

HARMONY - SUBDIVISION WITH COUNTRY

Sell the snow blower & the lawn mower!

Well built w/lots of space. Main floor living Live worry free in this open & bright condo 418 Preston St. NW,walkout PRESTON w/finished basement. Sun room w/generous storage & a private patio. w/fireplace and nice view. $242,500 1 car attached garage. $124,900 Simple living, move right in!

VIEWS & BUILDING INCENTIVE! NO BUILDER RESTRICTIONS.

Scenic setting & ideal location.

Main floor living plus finished walkout basement. $118,900

418 Preston St. NW, PRESTON

Larger than it appears! Twinhome on corner lot, no monthly fees. Main floor living w/finished walkout basement. Quick possession available! $118,900

408 Main St N., CANTON

White picket fence & country views!

Updated 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with 2 car attached garage. $119,000

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2606 Village Rd, BLUFFTON

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

Larger than it appears! 2 bed 2 bath home w/nice updates. Main floor living. 2 car garage plus storage shed. $89,900

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

OPEN HOUSE MARCH 21 • 1-3PM

245 2ND AVE NE, HARMONY

3 bedroom 2 bath on corner lot.

Good sized living space, main floor bedroom & full bath.

2 bedrooms and full bath up.

New roof 2016. $74,900

Opportunity is knocking!

Inn with owners’ living area

SOLD

160 4TH ST NE, HARMONY 104 ROBERT ST., OSTRANDER 245 1ST AVE SW, HARMONY

304 N THIRD AVE, CANTON 400 WHITTIER ST E, LANESBORO 24280 CTY 14, PRESTON D

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

100 Elmwood St E • LANESBORO

PENDING

Offered sealed bids, nice curb appeal & yard.

Near park and golf course.

BIDS DUE APRIL 5 AT 4PM

Roxanne Johnson

Pending

2606 Village Rd, DECORAH

435 Main Ave S., HARMONY

116 SPRING ST NE, PRESTON

HARMONY

Be your own boss!

Renovated commercial building, turn your talents into an enjoyable career.

243 S SILVER ST, WYKOFF Affordable small town living.

2 bedroom w/deck, hot tub, and nice backyard. $55,000

FEATURED LISTINGS

26284 Jack Pine Rd, PRESTON

COLORING BY: ELIZABETH MILLER

Kelsey Bergey

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

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Off Attachments baggers | mulching kits | imatch quick hitches Gator utility vehicle attachments ST

THROUGH MARCH 31

D100 AND S200 SPORT SERIES D110 TRACTOR D130 TRACTOR 19 HP | 42” DECK

22 HP | 42” DECK

1,699

$

$

1,899

D140 TRACTOR S240 TRACTOR 22 HP | 48” DECK

18.5 HP | 42” DECK

1,999

$

$

2,499

X300 SELECT SERIES

D100 Series 2-Year Warranty

18.5 HP | 42” DECK

No Interest If Paid in Full Within 12 Months

$

S200 Series 3-Year Warranty 4.9% for 48 Mo.

$

$

57/MO.

5,899

24 HP | 54” DECK

136/MO.

$

7,199

$

165/MO.

24 HP | 48-54” DECK

$

7,599

25.5 HP | 48” DECK

175/MO.

$

7,599

$

25 HP | 48-54” DECK

4,349

$

$

100/MO.

$

Z540M

24 HP | 48-54” DECK

4,549

$

105/MO.

$

5,549

$

128/MO.

100

24 HP | 54-60” DECK

6,049

$

$

Z500 Series 4-Year Warranty 4.9% for 48 Mo.

139/MO.

$

SAVE $900!

11,299

$

6

OR 0% FOR 60 MO.

$216/MO

$34,000 SAVE $8,853!

year warranty

11,999

$

SAVE UP TO

1,700

$

27 HP | 60” DECK

235/MO.

OR 0% FOR 60 MO.

SAVE $885!

$361

/MO

250/MO.

$

6

year warranty

507-346-7375

507-534-3116

507-932-4030

11906 Hwy 14

SAVE $2,258!

OR 0% FOR 60 MO.

$233/MO

$16,900

$11,799

WANAMINGO

11555 Hwy 60 Blvd

507-824-2256

LEROY

610 W Main St

6

year warranty

507-324-5201

SAVE $4,166!

JOHN DEERE RSX 860i GATOR

• Stk #57227 • Green & Yellow • Power Steering • 60 mph • 62 hp • 3.9% for 84 mo.

$230/MO

5 gift card

$13,999

• Stk #57318 • Green & Yellow • Power Steering & Lift • 44 mph • 50 hp • 3.9% for 84 mo.

$18,761

RE RETURN!

JOHN DEERE 3025E TRACTOR

• 25 hp • 4WD • 3 Cylinder Diesel • Hydrostatic

$18,165

JOHN DEERE XUV 825i S4 GATOR

UONTFALM

ST. CHARLES

$

199/MO.

$

Z950R

$

$21,700

PLAINVIEW

bring this for a free ad in

9,599

$

170/MO.

$

$23,958

SPRING VALLEY

55083 Co Rd 4

23.5 HP | 60” DECK

• 38 hp • 4WD • 3 Cylinder Diesel • Hydrostatic

JOHN DEERE XUV 625i GATOR

$9,995

Z900 Series 3-Year Warranty 0% for 48 Mo.

NEW! JOHN DEERE 2038R TRACTOR

JOHN DEERE 1025R TRACTOR

• 25 hp • 4WD • 3 Cylinder Diesel • Hydrostatic

• Stk #55190 • Only 32 Hours!

• Green & Yellow • Alloy Wheels • 25 mph • 23 hp

year warranty

1013 S Section Ave

150

68/MO.

$

Z920M

25.5 HP | 60” DECK

$12,999

$42,853

$616/MO

2,949

$

61/MO.

$

SAVE UP TO

$

22 HP | 48” DECK

Z930R

250

JOHN DEERE 5065E TRACTOR

OR 0% FOR 60 MO.

8,199

$

$13,884

5

2,649

56/MO.

$

Z355R

25 HP | 60” DECK

$

$13,099

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

2,449

$

54/MO.

$

Z915E

SAVE UP TO

JOHN DEERE X738 TRACTOR

$203/MO

2,349

Z300 Series 2-Year Warranty 4.9% for 48 Mo.

Z900 ZTRAK SERIES

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

$12,199

200

$

133/MO.

20 HP | 42” DECK

22 HP | 42” DECK

$

Z540R

SAVE UP TO

$

Z335M

Z345R

$

175/MO.

24 HP | 54” DECK

5,799

$

124/MO.

$

20 HP | 42” DECK

SAVE UP TO

$

Z535R

5,399

22 HP | 48” DECK | AWS

Z335E

Z500 ZTRAK SERIES Z535M

101/MO.

$

Z300 ZTRAK SERIES X500 Series 4-Year Warranty 4.9% for 48 Mo.

$

X584 TRACTOR X590 TRACTOR

4,399

$

69/MO.

$

22 HP | 48” DECK

X500 SELECT SERIES 24 HP | 48-54” DECK

2,999

22 HP | 48” DECK

X390 TRACTOR X394 TRACTOR

$

X570 TRACTOR X580 TRACTOR

X300 Series 4-Year Warranty 4.9% for 48 Mo.

X350 TRACTOR X380 TRACTOR

$14,209

SAVE $1,861!

AUSTIN

2001 4th St NW

507-437-6625

$161/MO

SAVE $2,410!

NORTHFIELD

32980 Northfield Blvd

507-645-4886

www.SEMAEquip.com Spring Valley and St. Charles Locations Only

Sale ends March 31, 2017. Financing options subject to approved credit by John Deere Financial. Some restrictions apply; other special rates and terms may be available, so see your dealer for details and other financing options. Available at participating dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Valid only at participating US Dealers. Attachments pictured are extra unless otherwise stated.

CALEDONIA

201 N Hwy 44/76

507-725-7000