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Preston man determined to make great strides since accident By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com
The morning of Thursday, February 18 is one Micki Gartner will never forget. Midmorning, the Preston woman received a perplexing call from St. Mary’s Hospital while at work. The caller asked Gartner to clarify if she was Tom Gartner’s wife and then stated that they believed Tom had been in an accident involving a silver Chevy Impala. Knowing the car, owned by the couple, but not running, had been given to her 24-year old son, Brady, she was further confused. The vehicle in question was identified by law enforcement as registered to the couple, but the driver of the car had no identification. Gartner believed there was some mix up with the accident, especially after the caller identified the driver as “30-35 years old. She attempted to call her son, but didn’t get a response. “I was trying to hold onto hope that it wasn’t him,” she recalls. She then called 19-yearold daughter Bailey to try and
Brady is currently in stable condition. Despite the road ahead of him, the determined Preston man is making great strides in his recovery. Photo courtesy of Micki Gartner locate her son. “Bailey said, joined them for the torturous and had been stuck by a garbage ‘He was just here. He fixed the trek to Rochester. The family truck turning left onto I-90 East. Impala.’” “It was very hard,” remembers came upon the accident scene, As Micki’s co-workers came which was still being cleaned Micki. “The team came together together to hold her together, up and stopped briefly to talk and told us that they were operTom drove to Traditions in with police. The learned Brady ating on Brady and that it was a Preston to pick her up. Bailey had been driving northbound bad injury.” and 20-year-old son Daulton on Highway 52, near Marion, Arriving at St. Mary’s, the fam-
ily learned that Brady had more than a dozen injuries, including a skull fracture, multiple broken bones, collapsed lung, and a severe laceration to his leg. The craniotomy procedure took more than six hours. “We pretty much filled the waiting room,” adds Micki. “He had been unconscious at the scene and was on induced sedation. He was in critical condition those first two or three days.” An MRI determined the extent of injury to his neck and a CAT scan showed blood in the back of the brain had shifted, causing possible further pressure. During the craniotomy, doctors were able to reduce the swelling and relieve the pressure. Brady’s vital signs miraculously stabilized shortly after and he was able to wean off sedation medications. A fever caused some further concern, but cultures determined there was no infection, much to the family’s relief. While some swelling in the brain persisted, Micki says that See BRADY Page 2
Rushford approves report for Street Utility Improvement; canoe launch agreement By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com
In a three-hour meeting, Monday, March 14, the Rushford Council hit at a number of ongoing project preparations. A preliminary engineering report for the 2016 Street Utility Improvement took the
majority of discussion. Brain Malm, engineer for Bolton & Menk, Inc. was on hand to lay out the details and answer questions on work planned for South Burr Oak Street and Hillcrest Drive later this year. Highlighting existing conditions, Malm stated that both streets are currently 32-foot
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catch basins at the Watt Street intersection. Existing sanitary sewer on Burr Oak is 6” concrete pipe with wet well lift station with single pump system that does not meet Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Hillcrest, on the other hand, is constructed of 8” concrete pipe, but both sys-
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medications have thankfully not been needed and that within one week of the accident, doctors were able to remove the pressure-relieving drain. A breathing tube, placed the day of the accident, was also able to be taken out. “It was good. He’d
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grabbed at the breathing tube and was uncomfortable. There’s some aggression when someone has a traumatic brain injury,” says Micki. “They put the trach in February 24 and it’s been good. Hopefully, he’ll have that out soon, too.” Brady is working with a respiratory therapist and can breathe on his own. When he can forcefully cough, prevent-
Micki Gartner, center, with her sons Brady, left, and Daulton, right. 24-year-old Brady is currently recovering from a traumatic brain injury after a February 18 auto accident. Photo courtesy of Micki Gartner
ing the need for suction and the risk of possible infection, she notes the trach will be removed. A follow-up surgery was done March 1 to correct further injuries, including a cracked pelvis, and fix damage from the laceration to his leg. Two plates and several screws were needed, but the procedure has freed Brady from the constant traction he’d been in, yet another frustration to a man trying to cope with what had happened to him. “He’s so active. He tried to get out of bed several times,” says Micki. “He can’t bear weight on it for three months, but he’s able to partially sit up in a medi chair. “When you think about this, he’s always been stubborn, strong, independent, and a little bull-headed. All those things have come together to help him heal,” she adds. While nerve damage had initially been a concern, Micki says there appears to be no signs major long term damage. “He’s not moving his right side as much, but he can bring his arm up to chest and move his leg and hands. It’s been slow, but he’s doing great.” The family does believe there may be some vision and hearing issue on Brady’s left side, noting that he tends to compensate by turning his head to see and hear, but Micki says they’re thankful for that, too. “He’s moving his neck. It’s won-
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out. One-handed, he got out of safety restraints three times and he’s still trying to figure out how to get out of bed,” she adds. “He’s a mother hen to his siblings, being the oldest. He tries to tell others what to do. I remember his 6th grade teacher told us, ‘When Brady talks, people listen.’ He’s smart, loves to give, and a bit of a hothead at times. He’s a little bit of everything wrapped up in one.” Brady’s days consist mainly of therapy these days, with both occupational and physical therapy daily, and speech therapy being added soon, but Micki believes he’ll follow his determination to regain the ability to do the things he loves. “He’s got a Pinterest board, which his friends tease him about. He’s talented, loves woodworking, building things with barn board. He’s purchased a house from my sister and brother-in-law that he’s fixing up. He’s regaining his strength and independence.” Brady was transferred to Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul last week. The family knows, for now, he’s where he needs to be. “They’ve got an amazing therapy unit at there. We got tour of the facility and equipment. It’s wonderful; gives us hope, but it’s hard to not be there every day. We have to look at his recovSee BRADY Page 3
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ery rather than him wondering where we are,” says Micki. The family has a care meeting this week, meeting with the entire team, to determine a two week baseline and see how far he’s come. For now, there’s no definitive answer on when he’ll be able to be well enough to come home. “We’ve been told that there’s no one answer with brain injury,” notes Micki. “Every recovery is different. There can be bad days and there can be very good days. He’s got determination and he’s going to heal. He doesn’t give up.” In his absence, the community of Preston and what seems the entirety of Fillmore County have rallied behind the family. Early on, one of Brady’s friends coined the term ‘Brady Strong’. That motto has carried into several support efforts and fundraising events and helps give the family further encouragement. Two funds to assist with medical bills have been set up locally,
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Recycling 101 By LaVerne C. Paulson Recycling Education Coordinator This is the second article concerning recyclable containers we prefer to use for our liquid refreshments. The first one dealt with a luminum, this one glass, and the third will be LaVerne C. plastic. Paulson I am certain that most of you who enjoy a soda or another refreshing liquid from a glass bottle seldom think about the reasons you are drinking out of a glass container rather than one made of aluminum or plastic. There are certainly advantages and disadvantages to using glass. Please allow me to share some information on glass containers with you. Today’s glass bottle is 40% lighter than in 1982. This is mainly due to using it once and then recycling it rather than washing it out and refilling the same bottle over and over as was done prior to 1982. Glass can be recycled endlessly with no loss in quality. Quite often a bottle can be melted down in a furnace that reaches 1200 degrees Centigrade, made into a new bottle, and be filled and back on the shelf in thirty
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days. Most bottles today contain approximately 70% recycled glass. Ninety percent of recycled bottles become more bottles. Glass that does not become bottles is usually used for aggregate on roadbeds or made into decorative tile. Glass is made mostly of silica sand, soda ash, feldspar, and limestone, which are found in abundant supply here in the United States and do not have to be shipped halfway around the world as does bauxite in the production of aluminum. Glass is quite heavy at 200 grams per bottle. Glass also has a tendency to break when dropped. Glass bottles are frequently banned from swimming pools and beaches for that reason. Contents of a glass container stay quite pure. As long as the bottle is sealed, there is little chance of contamination from inside or outside the bottle. Glass containers are used for juices, water, iced tea, soda, and beer. Many have screw on caps that prevent a lot of spills.
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In 2009, the United States used more than eleven million tons of glass for bottles, many which ended up in the landfill. Many Americans still feel it is easier to discard rather than recycle. Glass bottles don’t rot, they don’t rust, they last for hundreds of years above or below ground, as well as on the bottom of a body of water. Seventy five percent of the energy to make glass is saved by recycling rather than making it from scratch. Many people believe ice cold tea out of a glass bottle tastes much better than from an aluminum can or a plastic bottle, even though many of us have, more than once, cleaned up broken glass. It is not a pleasant task with all those little chips and shards that are produced during the shattering. However, we continue to purchase many of our drinks in glass bottles, but most likely not because we enjoy the challenge of a broken bottle now and then. It is, I would assume, a matter of taste.... or habit.
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C ommentary Country before political party By Karen Reisner Donald Trump continues to trample on common decorum. His ability to garner enthusiastic support from segments of the GOP, while earning contempt from much of the rest of the party, has put the future of the Grand Karen Reisner Old Party in jeopardy. The GOP has been used in reference to the Republican Party for nearly 140 years. The deepening fissures in the GOP are historic, significant, and unsettling. President Richard Nixon maintained that “a party that can not unite itself can not unite America.” Even more worrisome are the divisions in America that are being widened in a large part by the candidacy and dangerous rhetoric of Trump. Extreme ideologies in the two major parties, even before this election season, had already had the effect of paralyzing Congress. Important issues involving entitlements, national debt, and military readiness, to name a few, are frozen. Unfortunately, moderate members of Congress that have helped bring people together to find common ground are an endangered group. People are frustrated, afraid of the future, and some are angry, very angry. The demagoguery and divisiveness practiced by Trump is not the answer. It only feeds the hostility and stokes the anger. It leads to more division and dysfunction. People don’t think rationally when anger is in control. Recent comparisons have been made between Trump and George Wallace, who ran fourtimes for president in the 1960s and 1970s. He, like Trump, was offensive to so many. Wallace drew huge crowds
preaching segregation and populism. There were fist fights and other physical encounters encouraged by the candidate. His followers like Trump’s believed he said it “like it was”. “Saying it like it is” is just a phrase used to make it seem OK to be intolerant, uncivil, insulting, vulgar, and disrespectful. Both put down the media and both played on supporters fears and emotions, using their anger to drive a wedge between groups that differ. Fortunately, Wallace was a third party candidate with little chance of actually becoming president. Not so with Trump. Trump may win the Republican nomination. If he gets the delegates for the nomination outright or if there is a contested convention, the Grand Old Party could be reduced to ashes. What it morphs into will likely be something less than favorable for the country’s future. Bravado without knowledge is dangerous. All of this hateful, divisive rhetoric may work for a candidate in a campaign, but it does not work for a president and leader who is in that office to govern all of America. Our form of government only works with compromise. Neither major party has clean hands. Both are becoming alarmingly more extreme. According to a 2015 Lugar Center analysis, which ranks members of Congress on how often each member works across party lines, the most partisan members of the Senate are both running for the office of President of the United States; Bernie Sanders on the left and Ted Cruz on the right. The majority leader and minority leaders were not included in the analysis. Of the 98 remaining senators, the rank of 98 goes to Sanders and the rank of 97 goes to Cruz, making them the two most partisan members of the Senate in 2015.
We are in the process of electing a person to the highest office in the country, the leader of the free world. We need someone to occupy that office that has a temperament to work effectively with Congress and other world leaders. We need someone we can respect. Once elected, a president has to represent the country, not just a party or a specific ideology. This requires comity and an ability to compromise. It helps to have more centrist beliefs, but with the party nomination process a moderate has little chance of getting the nomination. This brings me to Minnesota’s caucus system. A bill has been introduced to replace the caucus system with a primary, especially in the presidential race. In my opinion a primary system will bring out more voters. Caucus participants are more likely to be party activists and possibly be farther from the center in their views. A primary will result in a larger turnout and include a greater number of voices. It could be more representative of the voting public. Every effort should always be made so as not to disenfranchise any voters. The caucus system could still be used as a way to endorse non-presidential candidates. When we get to the general election, let us put our country before party. Trump has already damaged America’s image in the rest of the world, don’t let him set us back a half of century or more. Don’t let our country become so divided that the institutions that are there to protect everyone’s liberties fail to function. We need to have a leader that can work toward uniting America, a leader who tamps down anger and informs people, who brings people together with practical and reasonable ideas to better America. It will not be easy, even harder now with the irresponsible rhetoric of the last months.
Before you reject the system, understand it By Lee H. Hamilton If there’s a theme that sets this political season apart, it’s the voters’ utter disdain for most of the people who practice politics. They’re fed up with politicians, they’ve lost faith and confidence in the political elite, and they don’t believe that the realm where politicians ply their craft — government — works. There are many legitimate reasons for these people to be turned off by the way politics has been practiced and to be disLee H. couraged by Hamilton the way the political system appears to work. But I’d argue that if you’re hellbent on shaking up the system, you also need to understand it — and understand that certain features are likely to persist no matter how hard you try to change them. The first is that it is very hard to make our representative democracy work. We make progress incrementally, over years if not generations. So you have to approach politics with great patience. Our system discourages the rush to judgment — it puts a premium on including as many voices as possible, which takes time in a complicated country.
Many people are also turned off by what lies at the center of our system: deal-making. This involves a clash of ideas in the public arena, compromise, and negotiation, which make a lot of Americans uneasy. Yet it’s how we resolve our differences — and has been since the first day of the United States’ existence. So politicians who insist on purity impede solutions. There ought to be a healthy tension between idealism and realism, but we have to find a pragmatic way to combine them. This makes it challenging to come to an agreement on complicated issues, but it’s necessary to keep the country from coming apart. We cannot look to government to solve all our problems. Indeed, we live in an era in which government faces more and more problems it cannot effectively deal with. Increasingly, citizens have to step forward and fill the void that government leaves. We may well be moving into the century of the citizen. Our communities and lives are better because of citizen action. Indeed, unless citizens boost their involvement and contributions, many of our problems will not be solved. Lee Hamilton is Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.
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• Monday, March 21, Rushford-Peterson School Board, Rushford Biology Room, 5:30 p.m. • Monday, March 21, Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m. • Monday, March 21, Kingsland School Board, District Conference Room, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, March 21, Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m. • Tuesday, March 22, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Tuesday, March 22, Fillmore Central School Board, H.S. Media Center, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, March 28, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, March 28, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, March 28, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Schedule subject to change.
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Randy Brock to be guest speaker at PACF dinner and auction March 28 The Preston Area Community Foundation’s Annual Dinner and Auction is held every year in late March. This year it will be Monday, March 28 at the Branding Iron Supper Club in Preston, starting at 5:30 p.m. The highlight of the evening is guest speaker Randy Brock, Chief Randy Brock M e t e o rologist at KTTC. Randy Brock is from Litchfield, Minn., and moved around a bit before coming back to his home state in 2002. He received his meteorology degree from Metro State University in Denver, Colo., before taking his first job in TV weather in Amarillo, Tex. There he was able to chase storms for the TV station and had a chance to see a dozen tornadoes and forecast the wild weather of the southern high plains. Randy and his wife, Julie moved to Rochester about 14 years ago and he has been the chief meteorologist at KTTC in
Correction In the March 14 issue of the Fillmore County Journal, it was incorrectly reported in the Harmony City Council article that Harmony guidebooks are for sale at Harmony Foods. In fact, the guidebooks are available at Harmony Foods and many other local businesses and are free to all. We apologize for this error.
Rochester since then. He is an avid angler and hunter, taking advantage of the many outdoor opportunities this region has to offer, and he enjoys tying flies in the off-season. Randy, Julie and their two boys live in Chester, Minn., and are happy to call southeast Minnesota home. “I’m very excited to meet Randy and hear him talk about enjoying the unique weather and landscape of Southeast Minnesota,” stated Will Mensink, current PACF Chair. “I am equally excited for our donors of Preston, Fountain, and the Fillmore-Central School District to witness the huge impact of their contributions in our community and hear about our success stories of the past year. Two of our eight 2015 grant recipients will speak directly to our donors, explaining how their grants are improving the quality of life in our area. We are fortunate to have Tim Penny speak about SMIF’s role as they oversee our operation and provide matching grant funds in specific areas. Lastly, I will attempt to give our donors a brief synopsis of this past year and what we might possibly see on the horizon.” ALL AUCTION items will be matched $.50 on the $1.00 by F&M Community Bank. If you would like to donate an item for the auction, please drop it off at the F&M Community Bank lobby. Tickets are available at F&M Community Bank or Weber-Judd in Preston. Join us on the 28th for a fun evening!
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What is the Veterinary Feed Directive? By Michael Cruse Extension Educator for Fillmore and Houston Counties The Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) has been a hot button topic recently. The veterinary feed directive is an FDA rule that looks to ensure the judicious use of feed medications in livestock. Basically it requires the Michael Cruse signing off of a licensed veterinarian before the use of specific feed medications. Much the same way a doctor signs off on a prescription. These feed medications are critically important to protecting livestock health and our food supply. But their overuse can lead to the development of microbial resistance. Once resistance has built up, maintaining livestock herd health will be much more difficult. The veterinary feed directive has actually been around since 1996. The changes that go into effect January 1, 2017 include the addition of five livestock medications to the VFD list and a higher emphasis on recordkeeping at multiple levels. The updated rule takes significant steps to help reduce the risk of resistance development. It is important to remember that there is strong public support for getting rid of these feed additives entirely. The new rules from the FDA actually take into consideration extensive communication they have had with the livestock industry. The new system is designed to address public health concerns while also protecting animal health needs. While there is still some uncertainty about all of the details of the new rule, there are some steps that livestock producers can take today to prepare for its implementation.
First and foremost, make sure you are keeping up with your regular visits from your veterinarian. If your veterinarian has a working knowledge of your farm, it will be easier for you to get VFD medications when you need them. Also, make sure you have a strong working relationship with your distributor. Since you will no longer be able to get these medications over the counter, you will need to rely on your local distributors.
Finally, veterinarians, distributors, and producers will all have to keep records on the use of VFD medications, so it is important to make sure your record keeping system is up to date. Upcoming agricultural events • March 22, Cover Crops: Economic and Environmental Management, 9 a.m.,, St. Paul • April 9, 6th Annual Gardening Workshop “Gardening: We Dig It”, 8 a.m. Caledonia, Minn.
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Obituaries Jareb H. Colson Jareb H. Colson, age 28, of Fennimore, Wisc., died Monday, March 14, 2016 in rural Fennimore from a tragic farm accident. J a r e b was born in Washington to Monroe Colson and Anngel Sorum. He lived in Wa s h i n gJareb H. ton, then Colson at an early age moved to Fennimore, Wisc. After graduating, he moved to the Mabel area for a year before moving back to Fennimore, where he had worked in construction and on a dairy farm. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, riding 4-wheeler, camping, and fishing. Jareb is survived by a son, Logan Colson; his mother, Anngel (Jason) Bruns; special friend, Jennifer Steiner Tulley; brothers and sister, Matt Wiste (Ann Erickson), Alvin (Diana) Colson, and Mitchell, Karissa, and Brandon Bruns; nieces and nephew, Caedyn Wiste and Quintessa, Jazmine, and Alexander Colson; maternal grandmother Trudy Fitch-Dennis; paternal grandmother Diane Colson; paternal grandparents Jack and Deb Hail; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Monroe; maternal grandfather Wayne Sorum; paternal grandfather Marvin Colson; and an aunt, Robin. Visitation will be 4 – 8 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 2016 at the Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel.
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Steven “Spike” Jones Funeral services for Steven “Spike” Jones will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 14, 2016 at the LeRoy Lutheran Cemetery, with Pastor Herman Bakker of f iciat i ng. Burial took place in the LeRoy Cemetery. Visitation will be held 3-7 Steven “Spike” p.m. SunJones day, March, 13, 2016 at the LeRoy Lutheran Church and continue done hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Hindt Funeral Home of LeRoy, Minn., was in charge of arrangements. Steven “Spike” Jones, age 64, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away Thursday, March 10, 2016 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN. Steven Hollis Jones was born December 25, 1951 in Riceville, Iowa, to Clarence and Donna (Templeton) Jones. He was a 1970 graduate of the LeRoy High School in LeRoy, Minn. After high school, Spike worked at the LeRoy Lumber Yard until 1994. On June 9, 1979, Spike was united in marriage to Kay Sigman at the LeRoy Lutheran Church. Spike also worked at the FCLM in Spring Valley from 2001 until 2003. Spike enjoyed hunting with his dad, fishing, and woodworking. He was an animal caretaker and an avid Coca Cola collector. Most of all. he loved spending time with his grandchildren and attending their events. Spike is survived by his wife, Kay of Spring Valley, Minn.; daughter, Amy (Jeremy) Swanson of Grand Meadow, Minn.; grandchildren, Donovan and Nevaeh;
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and siblings, Mike (Sandy) Jones of Blooming Prairie, Minn., Jeaneen (Bob) Lindeland of Nashua, Iowa; and John Jones of LeRoy, Minn. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Donna, and aunts and uncles. Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.
person who was always willing to put others ahead of herself. Her love and devotion to her family was an example to all who knew her. Arlyne is survived by her daughter, Gladys (Gary) Peterson of Spring Valley; son-in-law, David Langley of Esko; grandchildren, Brent (Des) Langley of Roseville, Arlyne Evelyn Seaton Tevia (Rick) Schneider of Cot Arlyne Evelyn Seaton, age 95, of ton, and Megan Langley of Esko; Spring Valley, Minn., passed away four great-grandchildren: Raina Wednesand Isabella Schneider, Arlyne day evening, Haney, and Samantha Langley; March 16, and sisters, Geraldine Solem and 2016, at the Marilyn Istad, both of Decorah, Spring Valley and Kay Bigalk of Harmony. She Care Center, was preceded in death by her parwhere she ents, her twin sister who died at had been a birth, her loving husband, Charles; resident for her daughter, Charlyne Langley; the past three Arlyne Evelyn grandsons, George and Charles Seaton years. Langley; and her brother, Curtis Arlyne Haugen. was born in Winneshiek County, A memorial service will be held Iowa, on September 4, 1920, the 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 22, 2016, daughter of Gjermund and Marie at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church (Rustad) Haugen. She attended in Spring Valley, with Rev. Betsy rural school through the eighth Dartt officiating. Friends may grade and as an adult was proud to call at the church on Tuesday from get her GED. As a young woman 10 a.m. until the time of service. of 17 she went to Waterloo, Iowa, Memorials may be directed to the and received her certificate as a donor’s choice. beautician. She returned to Deco- Thauwald Funeral Home is rah, Iowa, and worked in her aunt assisting the family with arrangeMabel’s beauty shop until meeting ments. and marrying Charles Seaton on Online condolences can be August 31, 1940, at Canoe Ridge made at www.thauwaldfuneralLutheran Church in Winneshiek County. They had two daughters, Gladys Mae and Charlyne Marie. Arlyne was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, where she was active in the Rachel Circle. When living in Decorah, she was a Sunday school teacher and was very involved in her children’s activities as they were growing up. She worked for many years as a physical therapy assistant. She was a loving, quiet
homes.com. Dale Edmond Polesky Dale Edmond Polesky, 80, of Harmony, Minnesota, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side, Friday, March 11, 2016, after fighting a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. A celebration of life Dale Edmond service with Polesky full military honors will begin with visitation at 10:00 am and service to follow at 11:30 am, Thursday, March 17 at Calvary Evangelical Free Church, 20482 Minnesota 44, Spring Grove, MN, 55974. Entombment will be at Grandview Memorial Gardens, in the Chapel of Peace, 1300 Marion Road SE, Rochester, MN 55904 at 3:30 pm. Lindstrom Funeral Home in Harmony, Minnesota is handling the Dale was born on November 30, 1935 in Troy, New York to Peter Joseph and Bertha Mae (Cook) Polesky. He served in the United States Army, and was awarded a good conduct medal. On July 8, 1967, he married Linda Kay Rockwell of Gillingham, WisconSee OBITUARIES Page 7
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Fillmore County Church Directory A rendahl Lutheran Church....……………………..Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2477 A ssembly Of God Church & Valley Christian Center.... Sundays - 10 : 00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 Assumption Catholic Church.…....…Fri. - 8 : 30am & Sat. - 5 : 00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320 Bethlehem Lutheran Church...…...……………......Sundays - 9 : 00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344 Calvary Baptist Church.…….……......Sundays - 10 : 45am & 6 : 00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4686 Canton-Scotland Presby terian Church..............…Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 Chatf ield Lutheran Church………......Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 30am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4721 Chatf ield United Methodist Christ……....………..Sundays - 9 : 30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3529 Cherry Grove United Methodist...…………...…..Sundays - 10 : 00am 18183 160th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (Cherry Grove) (507) 937-3177 Christ Lutheran Church...……………..……..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2161 Christian Science Ser vices.…………...…....…......Sundays - 10 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Destiny Life Church.............………………......…Sundays - 10 : 00am 104 West Jessie Street, Rushford MN 55971 (507) 429-1222 Elstad Lutheran Church...………………….....….Sundays - 10 : 30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church....……..…….......…Sundays - 11: 00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church..…....................Sundays - 9 : 00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830 Fillmore Free Methodist Church......Sundays - 8 : 30am & 10 : 30am 19127 County 8, Wykoff, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450 First Baptist Church....………........………Sundays - 10 : 30am & 6 : 00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840
First Baptist Church-Preston.………...Sundays - 10 : 30am & 7: 00pm 108 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4960 First English Lutheran Church.………...……..…..Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Grant St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2793 First Lutheran Church of Highland............................. Sundays - 10 :30am 22423 391st Ave, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3318
First Presby terian Church..…………...………......Sundays - 10 : 00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2854 Fountain Lutheran....…………....…………………..Sundays - 9 : 00am Main Street, Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4413 Fountain United Methodist Church...…...………..Sundays - 8 : 30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4456
Garness Trinity Lutheran...……….………........…Sundays - 9 : 00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905 Grace Lutheran Church..……………………....…..Sundays - 9 : 00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2218 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..………………….....Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church..…….………..…Sundays - 10 : 00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 937-3137 Harmony United Methodist Church…...............Sundays - 10 : 30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henrytown Lutheran Church-Canton Assumption Catholic Church....Sundays-10 : 30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist..........Saturdays - 9 : 00am 217 W. Jessie St., Rushford (507) 993-8328 Highland Prairie Lutheran Church.........................Sundays - 8 :30am 43267 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church (Special Occasions) Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545 -2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church..……………..…....…Sundays - 9 : 30am 254 Main St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church..……….…Sundays - 10 : 30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Looney Valley Lutheran Church.............................Sundays - 10 : 00am 2040 Looney Valley Road, Houston, MN 55943 (507) 896-3412
Mabel First Lutheran Church……………......……Sundays - 9 : 00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293 Mabel United Methodist Church..……………...…Sundays - 9 : 30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296 Nativity Catholic Church..Sun. (1 & 2) - 8 : 45am & (3 & 4) - 10 :30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 Newburg United Methodist Church 3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24 North Prairie Lutheran.………………...………..Sundays - 10 : 30am 35957 Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875 -2460 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.…..... Sat. - 5 : 30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 Pilot Mound Lutheran Church.…………..................Sundays - 9 : 00am 8 miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875 -2460
Pioneer Presby terian Church…………....…….….Sundays - 8 : 30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4037 Preston United Methodist Church ………...........Sundays - 8 : 30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2503 R iver Of Life Regional Church 220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853 Root Prairie Lutheran Church …………...…..…Sundays - 10 : 30am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4455
Root River Church of the Brethren …….…..…….....Sundays - 10 : 00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-4772 Root River Community Church ………….….....…..Sundays - 10 :30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074 Rushford Lutheran Church ………..........…….Sun. - 9 : 00am & 5 : 30pm 101 S Mill St., Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152
Saetersdal Lutheran Church.……………....….......Sundays -10 : 30am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church..…………………….…..…Sundays - 9 : 30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680 St Columban Church.…..…………………...……..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -3886
St Ignatius Catholic Church.……………….........……Sundays - 10 : 30am 213 W Franklin St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7565
St John Lutheran Church.…………...……………...Sundays - 9 : 00am 241 Line St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 St Joseph’s Catholic Church.……………….…......Sundays - 10 : 30am PO Box 577 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257 St Mark ’s Lutheran Church...…………....…………Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111
St Mar y’s Catholic Church...…..................................Sundays - 8 : 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthew’s Episcopal Church..…...........……………Sundays - 9 : 30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707
St Matthew’s Lutheran Church..……………………Sundays - 9 : 00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772- 4474 St Olaf Catholic Church...........Sun. (1 & 2) - 10 :30am & (3 & 4) - 8 : 45am 114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268
St Patrick ’s Church Hall ………………......…......Saturday - 5 : 00pm Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480 St Paul Lutheran Church.....................................Sundays - 9 : 00am 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul Lutheran Church............................................Sundays - 9 :00am 215 N Miller St, Lime Springs, IA 52155 (563) 566-2389
Sumner Center United Methodist Church.…........…Sundays - 10 :30am 9 miles N. of Spring Valley on Co. Rd. 1 (507) 696-4197 Trinity Fellowship ELCA..…………………......….Sundays - 10 : 00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211 Trinit y Evangelical Lutheran Church……….......……Sundays - 10 : 30am
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Union Prairie Lutheran..……………………………Sundays - 9 : 00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363 Whalan Lutheran Church.............................................. Sundays - 9:00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398 Wykof f United Methodist Church.…….……….…Sundays- 10 : 30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 202-2275
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sin. He graduated with a GED and from welding school at RCTC in Rochester, MN. Dale had his own welding business in Kasson, MN and was later employed for 15 years in maintenance at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. He went on to drive Rochester City Bus, school bus, and over-the-road truck. Dale retired in 2002, and in 2004 he moved with his wife to Harmony, MN. Dale loved music, gardening, hunting and fishing, especially with his grandchildren, collecting knives, western movies, books and cars. Anyone who knew him will smile at that, because he owned well over 60 of those in his day, and we do not mean his models. He was very talented in many forms of art: especially relief carving, oil painting and drawing. He was always willing to help his girls with their many home projects. He was tireless, the hardest working man we have ever known. As young girls, we dreaded it when Dad answered our phone because he sounded so gruff, but he was also very tender. When Dad gave us a hug we could feel he loved us, and his back rubs were divine. We knew he adored us and we him. He was a jokester, a gentleman, and an ever-giving, selfless exam-
ple of Christ in our home. Loving husband, father, grandfather and friend; he was ready and willing to help anyone at any time. He was respected, admired and will be deeply missed. Dad would want you to know that his work here is finished. He has now received his final call of duty. He is in glory with his heavenly Father, no longer in pain, and we await the day when we will all be together again. Survivors include his wife Linda; his two daughters, Melody (Lon) Roller of Harmony, and Amber (Dana) Coaty of Harmony; six grandchildren Bethany, Hunter, Dale, Alayna, Bowen, and Alora; one brother Marion of Wisconsin; as well as three nephews Herman, Peter, Michael; and one niece Katie. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. A special thank you to the Mayo Clinic Hospice in Rochester for their loving care and support. Jeffrey “Jeff” Vang Jeffrey “Jeff” Vang, age 53, of Mabel, Minn., died Monday, March 14, 2016 at Mayo Health Systems – St. Mary’s Campus in Rochester, Minn., after a yearlong battle with cancer Jeff was born November 6, 1962 in LaCrosse, Wisc., to Arden and Gloria (Pederson) Vang. He was baptized and confirmed at Mabel
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Monday, March 21, 2016 First Lutheran Church in Mabel. He attended Mabel-Canton High School and the Northeast Iowa Community College for auto body technician. He worked at Al’s Body Shop in La Crosse for five years, Winneshiek County DOT for eighteen years, and Skyline Construction in H a r m o n y. He also had bought a farm and started farm- Jeffrey “Jeff” ing. He Vang enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle and Skidoo snowmobile. He built a pulling truck and a mud bogging Jeep. Jeff is survived by his parents, Arden and Gloria of Decorah; two brothers, Kevin of Mabel and Corey (Lisa) of Decorah; nephews Kristopher, Karl, and Kody Vang; great-nephew Thad Green, and aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Morris and Grace Pederson; paternal grandparents Adolph and Naomi Vang; uncles Robert (Charlotte) Vang and Mike Aske; and cousin Rick Vang. Funeral services were held 2 p.m., Saturday, March 19, 2016 at the Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel, with the Reverend Elliott Malm officiating. Burial took place in the Mabel Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation was held 4 – 7 p.m. Friday at the Mabel First Lutheran Church and one hour prior to services at the church. Leonard “Lenny” A. Halvorson Leonard “Lenny” A. Halvorson, 77, of St. Charles, passed away March 9, 2016 in at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield. Leonard was born September 11, 1938 in Lanesboro, Minn. to Leonard P. Ha lvorson and Alpha H. Olson. He was raised on a farm near Whalan, where they grew tobacco, Leonard hay, and corn. “Lenny” A. He attended Halvorson schools in the area and served his county in the United States Army and then North Dakota National Guard. Leonard was active in farming all his life. He started farming as a youth with his uncle Johnnie and later worked with the Kaehler family in St.Charles. Leonard was a valued employee at Kaehler Farms. He was involved in all aspects of the farm---cattle, crops and children. He always drove the baler, and was the primary fence builder and fence keeper on hundreds of pasture acres. He will fondly be remembered as the person who gifted a new, handmade blanket to each new baby in the family and always made sure there were fresh donuts from the local bakery for breakfast when grandchildren and great-grandchildren were staying at Grandma Maxine’s house. He enjoyed gardening, reading about history, playing scratch-offs, and
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helping Maxine, who he considered his second mother, with whatever tasks she thought needed to be done. Leonard was more than the hired man, he was part of the operation. He will always be remembered as a hard worker who gave his all to Homedale Farms and the Kaehler family. He was proud of his Norwegian heritage, a lifelong member of his church, and always enjoyed being an active in his community of Whalan. Leonard is lovingly remembered by his brother, Johnny Halvorson of Whalan; sister-in-law, Jeanne Halvorson of Harmony; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by the Kaehler family, who graciously welcomed him into their lives.
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Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Jerome Halvorson; and sister, Maureen Ginter. A funeral service will be held for Leonard at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 15 at the Whalan Lutheran Church, with Rev. Patricia Hinkie officiating. Visitation took place place 5 - 7 p.m. on Monday, March 14 at Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro and one hour prior to the funeral service at church. Committal followed the funeral service at the church cemetery. Military Honors were provided by the Whalan American Legion Post 637 and the Lanesboro American Legion Post 40. See OBITUARIES Page 8
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Lucille continued to make her home on the farm until 1989 when she moved to Stewartville. She became a resident of Spring Valley in November 2014. She is survived by four children: Luisa Sikkink of Plymouth, Minn.; Patricia (Duane) Doherty of Racine, Minn.; Arthur (Pam) Sikkink of Missoula, Mont.; and Ben (Mary VanAndel) Sikkink of Holland, Mich.; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Cleo (Wendell) Mensink of Preston, Janis Miller of LeRoy and Linda Rain of Spring Valley. She was preceded in death by three grandsons. The funeral was held 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at the Greenleafton Reformed Church in rural Preston, with Rev. Roger Lokker officiating. Burial took place in the Greenleafton Cemetery. A visitation was held at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m., until the time of service. Thauwald Funeral Home assisted the family with services.
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Nicholas “Nick” John Manning Nicholas “Nick” John Manning, age 25, of Mabel, died unexpectedly on Sunday, March 13, 2016 at his home. Nick was born February 11, 1991 in La Crosse, Wisc. to Kevin and Joan (Sweeney) Manning. He was baptized at St. Olaf Catholic Church in Mabel and conf irmed at Assumption Catholic Church in Canton. In 2009, he graduated from Nicholas the Mabel“Nick” John Canton High Manning School and in 2010 graduated from the carpentry program at Minnesota State College Southeast Technical. He managed the Village Farm and Home in Mabel with his parents. He was a member of St. Olaf Catholic Church, the Mabel Fire Department, the Mabel Ambulance, and the Lions Club. He grew up wearing a tool belt; he enjoyed being creative and fixing things. Nick had good business sense, great work ethic, and would do anything for others. He loved his family and friends, and he had an infectious smile and laugh. He played hard, but he worked twice as hard. Nick is survived by his parents, Kevin and Joan of Mabel; brothers, Nathan of Mabel and
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Nick loved Mabel and was committed to serving the community. Memorials will be directed to community needs to be determined. Robert “Bob” L. Sikkink Robert “Bob” L. Sikkink, age 83 of Austin, died Saturday, March 12, 2016. Bob was born July 28, 1932 in Preston, Minn. to John and Norma (TerBeest) Sikkink. He attended the Stone School in Cherry Grove, Minn., and high school in Ridgeway, Iowa. Robert “Bob” Bob served L. Sikkink his country as a member of the United See OBITUARIES Page 9
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Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Friday morning for one hour prior to services at church. InterContinued from Page 8 ment with military honors took States Navy Air Corp from 1950 place in Oakwood Cemetery. until his honorable discharge in Memorials can be directed to 1954. He returned home and on the Westminster Church Youth November 19, 1955 was united Fund or donor’s choice. Services in marriage to Meredith Brenna prearranged and performed by in Mabel, Minn. For the first 13 Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. years of his career, Bob worked at Condolences may be expressed to the Rochester Airport. In 1967, the family online at www.worlein. they moved to Austin, where Bob com. managed the Austin Airport and Robert L. Matson, Sr. ran his own flying service, “The Flying Dutchman”, until 1979. Robert L. Matson, Sr. of WilliFor several years he continued ston, N. Dak., passed away Monto do the grounds keeping at day night, March 7, 2016, at the airport, a job he held for 40 Trinity Hospital in Minot. years. In 1986, Bob opened Aus- Funeral aervice was held at tin Power Equipment, which he 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 19, operated until his retirement in 2016 at Everson-Coughlin Funer2010. He was a longtime member al Home in Williston, with Rev. of the Westminster Presbyterian Morris Kirchhof officiating. FolChurch in Austin and had been lowing the funeral service, interactive in various groups, includ- ment with military rites took ing American Legion Post 91, place in Painted Woods CemVFW Post 1216, Moose Lodge etery, West of Williston. 1180, Fraternal Order of Eagles Friends called at EversonAerie 703, and Elks Lodge 414. Coughlin Funeral Home on SatBob enjoyed the Midwest, going urday, March 19 from 9 a.m. to the river, and reading. He until service time. loved to fly, and spent much of In lieu of flowers, Robert’s family prefers that memorials be his time tinkering with mowers. Bob is survived by his chil- given to your Local American dren, Robert (Karen) Sikkink of Legion, DAV or 40 et 8 Post. Rochester, Gretchen Sikkink of Robert Leland Matson was Austin, Nanette (Tim) Sellers of born in Fillmore County, Minn. Austin, David Sikkink of Owa- to Leland Sylvester and Esther tonna, Daniel Sikkink of Austin, Jane (Barber) Matson on May 24, and Amy (Mike) Fossey of Aus- 1949. He was raised and educated tin; his nine grandchildren and in Preston, Minn., and later Auto nine great-grandchildren; siblings, Tec in Rochester, Minn. Nathan Sikkink of Rochester, In May of 1966, Robert enlistCarla Barr of Eagan, and Lance ed in the United States Marine (Diane) Sikkink of Spring Valley. Corps. He served two tours in He was preceded in death by Vietnam, earning numerous his parents, his wife Meredith awards including a Presidential in 2001; brothers Thomas and Unit Citation, Combat Action Phillip; and sister-in-law Mary Ribbon, two Meritorious Unit Commendations, RVN GalSikkink. Funeral services were held at lantry Cross w/Palm, National 11 a.m. on Friday, March 18, Defense Medal, Vietnam Service 2016 at the Westminster Pres- Medal, Good Conduct Medal byterian Church in Austin, with and a Republic of Vietnam MeriPastor Michael Olmsted offici- torious Unit Citation. He was staating. Visitation was from 4–7 tioned in numerous places during p.m. on Thursday at Worlein his time in the Marine Corps. In Funeral Home and continued addition to his time spent in Viet-
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Monday, March 21, 2016 nam, he also served as an MP at Camp Pendleton and as a records clerk in Lemore, Calif. He was honorably discharged in 1977. On June 18, 1970, Robert was united in marriage to Glenda K. Schmidt in Fillmore County, Minn. The military took the couple many places. Upon Robert’s discharge, they returned to Minnesota. where he worked as an auto mechanic. Robert attended Bemidji State University for two years where he studied criminal justice and also worked as a security guard. Eventually Robert moved to North Dakota. where he drove truck for Black Hills, Power Fuels, Marathon Oil, and Getter. Robert enjoyed photography, hunting, fishing, trap shooting and watching NASCAR. He once belonged to the VFW, American Legion and the Vietnam Veterans of America. Surviving Robert are his wife, Glenda K. Matson of Williston; sons: Robert Leland Matson Jr. of Midway Park, N.C.; William Martin Matson, of Fargo, N.Dak.; Michael John Matson of Williston, and Richard Arthur Matson of Williston; daughters, Joann Gail Cottet of Ark Dale, Wisc.; and Michelle (Gary) Schultz of Gillette, Wyo.; six grandchildren, one brother, Keith (Janice) Matson of Riverton, Minn.; six sisters: Linda (Vance) Knutson of El Kader, Iowa, Carol (Dale) Hanson of St. Charles, Minn., Patricia (Harry) Dinsen of Colorado Springs, Colo.; Bonnie Matson of Minneapolis, Minn.; Gloria Matson of La Crosse, Wisc.; and Lisa Matson of Harmony, Minn.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding Robert in death were his son, Richard Arthur Matson; and his parents, Leland and Esther Matson. Friends may visit www.eversoncoughlin.com to share remembrances of Robert or leave condolences for his family. The Everson-Coughlin Funeral Home of Williston assisted the family. Vera “Audrey” Hanson Vera Audrey Hanson, age 93, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, Minnesota. Audrey was born on July 23, 1922, in Rochester, Minn., to John and Allene (Hancock) Hanson of Cumm i ng s v i l le. She was the g re at-g re at granddaughter of Tor- Vera “Audrey” rey HanHanson cock – the blacksmith of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “The Village Blacksmith”. Audrey first attended school at the one-room school house near Cummingsville and often rode her pony to school. She loved telling of the adventures she and her brothers had when they were growing up on the farm. They worked hard, and they had great fun. In 1939, Audrey graduated
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from Chatfield High School. She attended Rochester Junior College and enrolled in the Kahler School of Nursing in Rochester. Later she worked as a nurse for “Doc” Skaug in Chatfield. In March of 1948, Audrey decided to attend a basketball game in Rochester, where Chatfield was playing in a tournament. She was sitting in the stands with her brother when they were joined by Jack, a young man her brother knew. This young man complained his feet were freezing, and Audrey volunteered to warm them. A few months later, on August 26, 1948, Jack and Audrey were married in Van Nuys, Calif. For the next 67 years, their love continued to grow. As the wife of a military man, Audrey had to move many times and adapt to new places and new people. For a Minnesota smalltown farm girl, this should have been hard. But Audrey treated each move as a great adventure and taught her children to do the same. Every move presented the opportunity to be a tourist, to explore the wonders of deserts, mountains, oceans, and cultures. Sunday drives often meant following a newly-discovered road to see where it would lead. Audrey and Jack taught their children to love and respect the world and to open their eyes to its wonders. When Jack retired from the Air Force in 1966, the family moved back to Chatfield to be near Audrey’s parents and brothers. They populated their new farm with a herd of sheep, a couple milk cows, some poultry and, of course, horses. Audrey became a 4-H leader and a town board member, always staying involved in her community. She soon started working at Libby’s (Seneca Foods) as a seasonal worker,
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eventually becoming a full-time palletizer operator. Audrey was proud of the work she did and enjoyed the friendship of her coworkers. When she retired, she took advantage of the time to spend with her family and her horses. She and Jack also bought a 1949 DeSoto and joined a local antique car club. Touring with the car club, attending car shows, and driving in local parades provided many hours of enjoyment. In their later years, Jack and Audrey moved a mile up the road, from their farm to an apartment in their son and daughter-in-law’s home. Here they enjoyed onelevel living and had the company of their favorite cats. They remained active and involved in the lives of their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Audrey became a resident at the Chosen Valley Care Center a few days before she passed away. Audrey is survived by her husband, John “Jack” Hanson of Chatfield, son Donald (Lydia) Hanson of Chatfield, daughter Karen (Lester) Trapp of Claremont, daughter-in-law Susan (John) Hanson of Chatfield, daughter-in-law Mary (Dennis) Hanson of Rochester, as well as many grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her sons Dennis and John Jr. and her three brothers, Merrill, Bruce, and Stanley. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 19, 2016, at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield. Visitation was from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Saturday. A committal service followed at the Orion Center Cemetery. Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield assisted the family with arrangements. To share a condolence with the family, please visit www.rileyfuneralhomes.com.
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include widening both streets to a 36-foot wide paved surface, including new curb, gutter, and driveway apron. A shared driveway at the south end of Burr Oak, that currently serves two properties and provides access to the levee and Root River State Bike Trail, will be paved during the project, albeit without curb and gutter. Storm drainage improvements to Burr Oak are proposed to include a shallow outlet with perforated tile discharge to the levee system. The French drain-style solution will not prevent some large quantity rainfall events, but it may help dry out the underground area at an increased rate. The slope of the drain is far less than engineers would prefer, being .7% slope on the grass and .4% slope, lower than the outlet, on the street. But, the firm hopes the drain will help address the long-time issue. The council is considering other water reduction efforts. Of course, the drain proposal all hinges on a number of easement issues. On Hillcrest, the report proposes replacement of the storm sewer, extending up the culde-sac, and reduction of bypass flows with additional catch basins. Sanitary Sewer improvements on both streets call for an upgrade to 8” PVC pipe and services in a watertight system. Watermain improvements include an upgrade to 8” PVC or ductal iron pipe. On Hillcrest, an alternate watermain loop will be stubbed in and if proved feasible, will be looped to First Street to improve circulation. The total estimated project cost is $1.5 million. This represents a reduction of $198,000 from the last report. The reduction comes after projects in Spring Valley and Grand Meadow came in lower than expected. Financing that will be utilized include a bond sale, utility funds, and special assessments. The city’s assessment policy allows for up to 30% assessable for street, water, and sanitary improvements. Storm sewer
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improvements are 100% city cost. Alternately, sidewalks are 100% assessable. Corner lots are assessed 100% on frontage and 50% on the side. Preliminary numbers, which are estimates, include a $76.53 per linear foot street assessment rate and $6,937 for each sewer and water assessment. This estimate equates to what could be $14,590 assessment for a 100-foot lot, according to the report, but the city policy may allow some reduction to these assessed amounts. Now that the report has been accepted and an agreement has been put in place with Bolton & Menk, the next step is an informational neighborhood meeting, followed by a public hearing at the April 11 council meeting. If a resolution calling for the improvements is approved at that meeting, bids could be advertised in May, with bid opening in early June. Construction could begin this July, wrapping up substantially by this fall. The project won’t be fully completed until 2017. “The improvements are absolutely necessary, cost effective, and feasible,” noted Malm at the end of his presentation. Bolton & Menk was also at the meeting to discuss an agreement for a design and engineering services of a proposed canoe launch design. Following a wetlands delineation study in 2015, no formal agreement related to the project scope was put in place. Along with the agreement, Malm discussed work services performed to date and status of a state grant application to potentially fund the project. Services to be performed per the contract include completion of plans, specifications, permit applications, assistance in bidding services, construction staking, construction observation, and contract management. Design and bidding services billed hourly, not to exceed $15,000, while construction services will be billed at an hourly basis, for the number of hours worked, also noted as $15,000. The location of the proposed launch is east of the Highway 43 Root River bridge, north of the river; a roughly a 4-acre parcel. Plans include a roadway
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from Highway 43/Mill Street, extending along the existing flood control levee system. The public access is planned as a 24-foot gravel access road, complete with parking lot capable of handling 12 vehicles, with trailers, and an access ramp to the river. The city and Bolton & Menk have coordinated with the Army Corps of Engineers to verify that the proposed access can be constructed across the levee, a major hurdle of any project encompassing any area of the city’s system. In a project break, it was earlier also determined by the Department of Natural Resources through a Wetland Delineation Study that the no wetlands will be impacted by the proposed construction. The city has submitted a grant application for State Park Road Account funding in the amount of $149,637. This covers the lion’s share of the engineer’s estimated $187,046.75 project cost. This amount does not include $29,927 in design and construction engineering and $7,481 in city administration costs. Letters of support from the county engineer Ron Gregg and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Parks & Trails Area Supervisor Craig Blommer were sent along with the application in hopes that Rushford could snag either full or partial funding from the annual grant program. If approved, Fillmore County would act as fiscal agent for the state funds. Once the city can secure a full or partial grant funding, the scope of the project can be further determined. If only partial funding is granted, it may be possible for the city to do only a portion of the project and seek another grant at a later date for the remainder of work. “We can’t hardly move for-
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. ward without it,” noted councilor Mark Honsey, regarding the agreement. “I’m 100% in favor of a canoe launch,” added councilor Vern Bunke. “But, I don’t know if I’m in favor of spending this much money. It seems excessive.” If the city receives no grant funding, it can implement the project to whatever scope it deems appropriate, utilizing Public Works whenever possible. If grant funding is received, the city will be bound by a competitive bid process. “If we don’t get the grant, or all of it, it sits on the shelf,” suggested Honsey. “It’s been needed for a long, long time,” added councilor
Bunke. “If there’s anything we can do to move it forward and minimize expenses we should.” The council approved the agreement unanimously. In other news, the council also approved meeting at 5:30 p.m., March 28, with citizen representatives Sally Ryman, Megan LaFleur, Anne Spartz, Don Paulson, and one other to be determined, along with Police Chief Adam Eide and Library Director Susan Hart to discuss the process for selection of the next city administrator. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, March 28, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Mabel-Canton considers $100,000 budget cuts By Hannah Wingert The Mabel-Canton school board met on March 15 at 7 p.m. for their regular meeting. All board members were present. The board congratulated the boys and girls basketball teams on their outstanding seasons and noted that they were proud of them. A big thank you was extended to the Mabel Business Association on another successful Dueling Pianos event. Mabel resident Chris Miller addressed the board with his thoughts and ideas on the proposed $100,000 budget cuts. He asked how the board reached that number, noting that at the January meeting, the proposed cuts were only $85,000. Miller had several suggestions for areas to “find money”, such as selling the two school vans and purchasing one large van instead, working on increasing enrollment, trimming the athletics budget, etc. He pointed out that, while he is a big fan of the athletics program, he didn’t think it was necessary for 7th graders to play three games in one week, which gets expensive for the school in terms of transportation. Miller encouraged the board to look outside the box when considering where to cut money from the budget and to focus on revenue and grants as well. He also suggested forming a financial sub-committee adding that “the more eyes we have on the budget, the better.” Miller concluded his statements by thanking the board and said, “Our school is the best. We have the best staff, students, teachers.” Melissa Miller spoke after her husband. Choking up, she told the board how she and her husband had received an email from a teacher thanking them for how polite and kind their son is during the cafeteria line. Acts like that demonstrate how much the teachers care about the kids. She also thanked Dean of Students, Michelle Weidemann on her dedication to the students, pointing out that she attends
every event. Miller said that her presence really speaks to the community. The board thanked the Millers for the comments and concern for the district. “Thank you for the positives. We really do have exceptional staff and teachers,” board member Cristal Adkins added. The board regretfully accepted the resignation of media center paraprofessional, Trisha Soiney. Thanking her for her service, it was noted that she will be missed. The donations of a trumpet from Kimberlie and Matt Dillon and a trombone from Louise Kleiboer for the band program were accepted with gratitude. The board also accepted a donation of $500 from Audrey Vatland to be used for the Senior Class Trip. Thanks were extended to the donors for their generosity. The first reading of the policy regarding issued school keys was approved. Weidemann had received an offer from a community member to open the gym on Sundays for kids and their parents for community ed. Adkins asked that only one person be in charge of the key and that it not be handed around to different people. Weidemann agreed that there needed to be accountability and noted that the key can be programmed to only open the gym door at a specific time on Sundays. The board will discuss the details further before making a decision. Superintendent Jennifer Backer asked the board to look over the wellness policy during the next month and to approve the first reading of the policy. The food program will be audited, which is a lengthy process, and the school needs to have a wellness policy in place. The district business manager, Aimee Lake presented the revised budget for the current school year, noting that the district is on track to end the year with a fund balance. Board member Troy Soiney asked how the school ended up with a
$100,000 budget cut. Backer said that state policy requires the school to have a balance and making the cuts will achieve that. Board member Jane Hall asked if it would be possible to make a $50,000 cut this year and $50,000 next year so the cuts wouldn’t be as drastic. Backer replied that that option could definitely be looked into and explored further. The board approved the revised budget. Band director Katie Larson asked the board about bringing back the tradition of having a pops concert. The band used to host one with the home-ec department, but since the school no longer has home-ec, it would have to be done completely by the music department. Larson would like to sell $5 tickets to the event, but added that people could also come and listen to the concert for free if they weren’t interested in having cake and punch. She asked that the board approve the concert so she could begin planning the details asap. The board granted her request. Science teacher Jordan Nelson was not present at the meeting, but asked Weidemann to present her request to the board. She asked that the board approve a field trip to either the Minnesota Zoo or Como Zoo. The school recently won first place in a cell phone collection drive held by the Minnesota Zoo and their prize included a behindthe-scenes tour of the zoo with a focus on animal care. Nelson is anticipating 41 students from the biology and zoology classes to join the field trip. The cost per student would be $17 if they decide to go to Como Zoo and $23.25 for a trip to the Minnesota Zoo. The students would pay for themselves. The board approved the field trip. Globe University recently sent a bus to the Mabel-Canton and Spring Grove schools to pick up students for a tour of the university with an emphasis on tailoring the day to each student’s interests. Weidemann gave her report to the board. The spring confer-
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ences were not as well attended as the fall, which is typical. The elementary school had an 80-100% attendance rate, with the high school coming in significantly lower. The MCA testing will begin on March 30 and continue through May 5. About 20 students have signed up for the new trap shooting team and are very excited about it. Backer noted that the district enrollment is holding steady. The school used a new look for the community calendar this year, which saved on printing costs and have received a lot of positive feedback on it. The graduation rate at MabelCanton is in the top 10% in the nation and is in the 90th percentile. Backer thanked the staff for their dedication to the students. The board reviewed the SAC program. It was noted that the enrollment numbers are looking good and that the program
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is operating in the black. “It’s a service, not a money maker.” board member Mary Pat Kuhn pointed out. Weidemann received some suggested edits for the cell phone policy from a teacher. It was asked that the policy include wording to give teachers the right to have students place their phones on the teacher’s desk during tests and quizzes. The board approved the changes. The board discussed the budget cuts again. Backer pointed out that the cuts made so far have been good options that have not cut into educational time. The school has been exhausting every grant opportunity to avoid making so many cuts. The board was presented with a list of cuts to approve and after discussing them, approved about half. Backer will keep a running list of suggested cuts to review at every meeting. The meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be held on April 19 at 7 p.m.
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Joint meeting held in Harmony By Hannah Wingert The Harmony City Council, Harmony EDA, and Fillmore Central School Board met on March 14 at 7 p.m. for a special joint meeting. “Getting these groups together is very important, especially for Harmony.” EDA director Chris Giesen noted as he opened the meeting, adding that the first annual joint meeting, held in 2015, was very helpful. EDA and city council member Deb Swenson updated the group on what the city council has accomplished in the past year. The community garden, library mural, and the new wellhouse were a few of the projects she mentioned. Giesen gave the EDA report for 2015. The EDA worked with Steve and Umbelina Cremer to start a daycare/learning center in Harmony and are still looking for a way to bring a dentist into town. They are continuing the housing rebate program. By selling a house donated to the EDA by Wells Fargo, they were able to build the community foundation. The job fair that the EDA hosted at the high school went very well, with approximately 30 businesses participating. Giesen noted that the Harmony housing market is holding steady. The biggest problem encountered with getting young couples to move to Harmony has been the lack of daycare in town, but with the Harmony Kids Learning Center set to open in about a month, that won’t be an issue anymore. There has also been quite a bit of commercial growth in Harmony. Fillmore Central Superintendent Richard Keith explained how the old stage gym in the middle school has been redone from ceiling to floor. The high school gym is now air conditioned, and there is a new HVAC system at the high school. Tuck pointing is planned for this sum-
mer. The district is also planning to put a parking lot in at the high school to help alleviate the parking issues. The district would like to build a storage shed on city property at the Harmony Community Center and has been discussing the project with the city. The shed would be used to store the Monster Bash materials and football equipment. The exact size has not been decided on, but the finished shed would probably encompass about four car stalls, with the city using one of those stalls. The school has been looking for a location to put a baseball field in Harmony with no success. Keith asked whether the EDA would be interested in putting together a flyer with points of interest in Harmony to distribute to out-of-town visitors at sporting events at the high school. As the high school is located in downtown Harmony, it’s the perfect opportunity to introduce Harmony to the visitors. Giesen agreed that the EDA and high school would benefit from working together on this point. School board member Jim Love asked if the EDA and school could work together to purchase available properties near the school, which would be used to create something useful for the community such as parking lots, a greenhouse, etc. EDA member Kerry Kingsley said that he believed that the Lanesboro school district had done that and rents out the properties until they need them. Kingsley thanked the district for all they do to keep their facilities up and looking nice. He said that he’s seen schools that are not kept up and appreciates the fact that Fillmore Central does. Community director Angi Kaase was not able to attend
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capped accessible and will take a lot of the parking burden off of the highway in front of the school. Trees and shrubbery will be planted to help the aesthetics of the parking lot. Construction is expected to begin after July 4. Swenson said that people have asked her why the students can’t park in the city parking lot behind the Harmony business district. The business owners she spoke to preferred that the parking lot be kept for their cus-
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tomers, as they use it when there is no parking available on Main Street. Love mentioned that he’s heard complaints asking why so many kids have to drive to school instead of taking the bus and noted that many high school students have activities before and/ or after school so taking the bus is not an option for them. The meeting was adjourned with tentative plans to hold another joint meeting in March, 2017.
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Fillmore County Sports R-P Girls Fall in Section Finals By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com It is a good year to be Goodhue. There is a good view (the top) from Goodhue this 2015-2016 sports season. The Wildcats have now The Trende watched Report three of their teams go to state in the last five months. Fo o t b a l l made the state semifinals in Paul Trende November. On the same day, the boys basketball team (headed by R-P alum Matt Halverson) downed Maranatha Christian Academy to advance to the state finals (where they lost to Minneapolis-North), the girls basketball team (26-4, West #1) had little trouble handling Rushford-Peterson (20-9, East #1) in the 1A section final. It was close for about eight possessions each (tied 7-7). Via full-court pressure defense and an offensive barrage, the #1 in Class A Wildcats went on a 26-2 run, which blasted the doors wide open. By halftime, Goodhue was almost halfway to 100, up 49-27. All told, Goodhue forced 28 Trojan turnovers. They had 24 offensive rebounds and controlled the boards 49-32. Team purple got their swagger back after miraculously beating Lyle/Pacelli in the 1A West final. They punched a trip to state by a final of 85-52. The Wildcats had 13 players score. Emily Benrud, a 5’6” sophomore guard, came off the bench for a double-double (17 pts, 10 rebs). Starting junior forward Maddy Miller also had 17 points (7 rebs). They were the only two ‘Cats in double figures. Four other girls had eight-plus. Sophomore Sydney Lodermeier, who played as an 8th grader when the Wildcats beat R-P in 2014, was an offensive and defensive catalyst (8 pts, 5 assists, 4 stls, 4 blks). Goodhue’s four losses coming in were to #6 in AAAA Lakeville-North (67-51), #2 in AA Kasson-Mantorville (5452, 67-56), and unranked 20-7 Hayfield (61-40). The Wildcats owned victories over #5 in Class A Lyle/Pacelli (75-62, 43-42) and #8 in AA Dover-Eyota (6057). R-P was led by 5’8” junior forward Brianna Koop. She continued her late-season tear, scoring a game-high 21 points (9-16 FGs, 8 rebs). Over four play-off games, Koop averaged 23.8 points per contest. She finished the season scoring 20-plus in 12 of her last 14 games. Ashley Agrimson and Savannah Skalet each had six. Senior forward/guard Brooke Johnson
had 4 points, but a team-highs in rebounds (9), assists (4), and steals (4). The Trojans’ season concludes at 20-10, as Section 1A runner-up. They won 13 of their final 15 games (started 7-8). They’ll graduate just three seniors (one starter), Johnson, Carissa Bieberdorf, and Clara Wieser.
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A former Fillmore Central girls basketball player heads the list of athletes playing college ball in the winter season. Connor Nagle, a 2011 Falcon graduate, finished up a standout career on the hard-court at Winona State University. The Wa r r i o r s had a historic 20152016 season, going a program best 30-4 Connor Nagle and qualifying for the 64-team Division II National Championship Tournament. They came back from 11-down in the fourth quarter to beat Fort Hays State 60-55 in the first round, but got clipped by Emporia State (66-62) in the semifinals of the Central Region tourney. Nagle, a 5’6” senior fifth-year guard, started all 34 games. She averaged 13 points (second on the team), 4.9 rebounds (third), 3.4 assists (second), and 1.8 steals (first). She was the Warriors best outside shooter, leading WSU in three’s taken (252), made (107), and percentage (42.5). She hit five or more ten times, including a six-game stretch where she was 38 of 68. Nagle also made 65 of 75 free throws (86.7%). She ranked tenth in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference in assists, sixth in steals, second in three-point percentage/three pointers made, and sixth in free throw percentage. She scored in double figures sixteen times in her last 17 games. Nagle is a First Team All NSIC selection. It was the Preston native’s third year of heavy contribution. As a red-shirt sophomore, she made 17 starts (8.7 PPG, 4.0 RPG, team-high 49 made three’s). WSU went 10-17. In 2014-2015 (junior year), she started all 28 games (11 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 2.9 APG), hitting 54 of 139 three’s (38.8%) and 81 of 96 free throws (84.4%). WSU went 20-8. Nagle was a fourtime basketball All-Conference, an All-State selection in high school. She is Fillmore Central’s all-time leading scorer (boys or girls). Chatfield girls basketball has been stand-out the past few years. A trio of ex-Gophers are playing basketball at the next level. MaKenzie Miller, a 2014
graduate, heads that cast. The 6’1” junior finished up her third year of action at Division III UW-La Crosse. Miller started all 25 games, leading the Eagles in scorMaKenzie ing (12.3), Miller rebounding (8.1), blocks (1.4) and field goal percentage (46.3). She was named to the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Honorable Mention team. That came on the wings of her sophomore season (2014-2015), where she also All-WIAC HM (10.2 PPG, 7.2 RPG, 2.1 BPG, 48.3% shooting). Miller also played every game as a true freshman (3.7 PPG, 2.5 RPG). UWL has gone 10-15, 11-14, and 7-18 the past three years. Classmates Kirsten Keefe and Maddie Talamantes (Chatfield 2015) finished up their first years at St. Mary’s (Winona) and Carleton College (Northfield) respectively (both Division III schools out of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference). Talamantes, a 5’6” freshman guard, started 15 games and played in all 25 for the Knights. She averaged 22.6 minutes per game (2.6 PPG, 1.8 RPG), specializing on the defensive side of the ball. Carleton finished the year 4-21. Keefe, a 5’7” freshman, saw action in six games. St. Mary’s went 21-6 on the season, 14-4 in the MIAC. They tied for second in the regular season and were MIAC tourney runner-ups (no D-III tourney bid). Dover-Eyota graduate Brandi Blattner (15.8 PPG, 10 RPG) was a leader of the Cardinal attack (Second-Team All-West Region). A Houston grad dabbled in basketball. Abbey Loken (2014) played six games for Madison (Wisconsin) Technical College. The Wolfpack went 27-4, winning a pair of NJCAA Region IV Tournament games before falling in the District Championship. Loken specialized more in volleyball (omitted in the Journal’s Next Level Fall section). She started 26 of 29 matches as a freshman in 2014 (158 kills). Madison won the Division III JUCO National Championship (the same one RCTC won in 2015). Loken started 33 of 34 matches this year (230 kills, team-second best 50 blocks). The Wolfpack went 30-5, winning North Central Community College Conference and Region IV Titles. They lost to RCTC in the NJCAA semifinals before beating Monroe CC to take third place. Loken, a 5’11” sophomore opposite hitter, was named to Region IV and NJCAA All-Tournament teams. On the wrestling mats, a trio of former Wolves, a trio of former Gophers, and a Bulldog
competed at the next level. Fillmore Central’s Connor Hanson (2014) wrapped up a great individual season at RCTC. As a sophomore, Hanson went 30-11. The 165-pounder was once beaten in Connor conference Hanson action and was unanimously voted Wrestler of the Year by MCAC (Minnesota College Athletic Conference) coaches. Hanson’s postseason would’ve been interesting. However, a school-related probation kept him from competing at Junior College Nationals. Hanson has multiple fouryear schools contacting him. Hanson’s former classmate, Monty Holm (FC 2014), got to take part in a great team season. Holm went 4-9 individually at 174/184-pounds wrestling for St. Cloud State. The Huskies, however, went 16-1 and repeated as Division II National Champions. Perennial Division III powerhouse, 11-time Division III National Champion Augsburg boasted three ex-area high school grapplers. The third FCLMC 2014 grad, Niko Anderson of Lanesboro, competed at 184-pounds. He went 14-14 as a second year freshman. He transferred in after initially starting his college career at St. Thomas (football). Former GMLOKS multi-time state qualifier Wyatt Richardson (Grand Meadow 2015), a true freshman, went 13-6 at 197-pounds. Chatfield’s A.J. Riley (Chatfield 2014) was 8-5 early in his sophomore year at 141-pounds. He didn’t wrestle a match after December. The Auggies went 12-4 on the year. They won the West Regional with nine (of ten) guys qualifying for the NCAA Division III National Championships. There they finished fifth. Neither Anderson nor Richardson wrestled at the latter two meets.
Finally, Chatfield grad (2015) Jared Goldsmith wrestled at Moorhead State. As a true freshman, Goldsmith was the Dragons’ regular at 125-pounds. He went 16-15 on the year. A trio of former county boys basketball players competed in the MIAC. FillJared more CenGoldsmith tral graduate (2014) Nick Powell completed his second year at Hamline University (St. Paul). The 6’3” sophomore guard/forward saw action in 24 of 25 games, starting two. He averaged 3.3 points and 2.5 rebounds in 12.3 minutes per game. The Harmony native was named as Hamline’s representative on the Sportsmanship team. The Pipers finished 4-21. R-P graduate (2015) Charlie Krambeer saw action in four games at Gustavus Adolphus. The Golden Gustie’s went 12-13. Chatfield grad Christian Bance was on the Bethel University roster in Arden Hill (St. Paul). The 6’2” guard didn’t see action in a game, though. The Royals went 18-9. Playing in the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference at Luther College (Decorah) was Lanesboro’s Kole Ruud. The 2014 Burro grad missed his freshman year (2014-2015) per an injury. This past season, the 6’0” sophomore guard played in 20 games (starting four) for the Norse. He averaged 5.2 points and 1.2 rebounds in 15.7 minutes of action. Luther went 5-20. If any other college athletes have been omitted, please e-mail sports@fillmorecountyjournal. com.
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Rushford Village comes to temporary terms with parking issue By Kirsten Zoellner At the Tuesday, March 15 meeting, the Rushford Village council discussed an ongoing ordinance violation regarding on-street parking by Featherstone Farms. Featherstone owner/operator Jack Heddin was present at the meeting to help determine a plan of action to remedy the situation. The issue was first noted in 2015. However, as it was in the peak season for the Consumer Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm, the city tabled any action until the off-season. Heddin noted that the farm made a parking plan with the city in 2011 during an expansion onto a three-acre site. The plan should be on file with the city, but neither party could locate it. Heddin believed that the plan would be irrelevant at this point, as the farm has seen a 40-50% growth in scale with staff, equipment, and workload. “I fully recognize we’re out of compliance,” acknowledged Heddin. He added that he’d spent time looking at spots onsite where parking could currently be housed, but there was no practical location. “I think we have two options. A, we apply for a request for continued understanding for one year. That’s the easiest for us. Option B is to improve field access onto the sandy area south of Val Gudmundsen’s pond. We could put a rock road pad on it, but it’s rented farmland. We don’t own
it, but are hoping to in the next year or two.” “The thing I look at is it’s ongoing,” responded Mayor Gordon Johnson. “Our concern, and the last thing we want to do, is create hardship. But, it doesn’t pay to have rules if we can’t enforce them. It’s gone on a long time and we need to find a resolve.” “You’re talking two years to buy. Then, it’s ongoing for another two years. It’s hard to enforce the ordinance elsewhere if we don’t do it here. We don’t want to create a hardship for a business. That’s the last thing we want to do,” added councilor Chad Rasmussen. It was noted that areas in south Rushford have had similar issues and the city has sent letters and enforced the ordinance. To do nothing in this instance would, as they noted, be unfair. “If nothing else, we need to have a plan. We’re looking at the legality side of this,” added Johnson. “That’s your biggest problem,” stressed City Attorney Tom Manion. “It doesn’t take long until there’s a feeling of unequal treatment perceived.” Manion questioned if a temporary solution could be found either parking at the Village Hall, requiring workers to walk to the farm, or shuttling, parking in Rushford and carpooling to the site. “It’s not as convenient, but it’s safer and there’s not that double standard.”
Featherstone Farms owner Jack Heddin listens to Rushford Village City Attorney Tom Manion regarding legality and remedy to a parking compliance issue. Also pictured is City Treasurer Judy Graham. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner Heddin noted that crews are already shuttling themselves some, coming in from all over
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the area and that a temporary arrangement parking some of the estimated 15-18 vehicles on the grassy overflow parking area at the Village Hall may work. “It could end up being a hassle at some point, but if you’re willing to try, we are.” Heddin questioned whether or not it would be prudent to set a timeline by which the remedy solution must be permanent, so that he can further work on trying to purchase the rented land. “We’ll try temporary parking at city hall. If that doesn’t work, we’ll look at moving forward the second option,” noted Mayor Johnson. Heddin will meet this week with Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck to deter-
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mine possible parking locations at the hall and a schedule of some sort to accommodate any needed mowing or grading. No vehicles will be parked along the roadway by Featherstone Farms beginning April 4. The council also approved a renewal for a Featherstone Farms Interim Use Permit at the 41016 Highway 30 site. The site provides for usage of the farm for agricultural worker occupancy. No changes were made to the permit from previous years. It has been reviewed and recommended by Zoning Administrator Jon Pettit. In other news, the council approved summary resolution for amendments to Ordinances 11 and 17, as well as allowing Public Works employees Travis Scheck and Hamilton Peterson to attend a free Damage Assessment Training Meeting March 23 and a Minnesota Roadway Maintenance Training and Demo Day May 19. Compensation for time and mileage was also approved. Pat Bailey, from Minnesota Department of Health, will be present at the May 3 meeting to discuss part two of the Rushford Village Wellhead Protection Plan. Lastly in open forum, the council tabled support of a Local Government Aid for Greater Minnesota Cities in the 2016 legislative session. While the request for the $45.5 million funding increase may benefit the city, it was recently noted, via a letter from Representative Greg Davids, that hidden items may prove harmful to cities of greater Minnesota. Until those unknown dangers can be determined, the city will wait on authorizing support of the effort. The council then closed the meeting to discuss possible acquisition of Grimsrud Way. It is anticipated that the details of any such purchase would be made known following negotiations between the parties. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Tuesday, April 6, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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By Rich Wicks The Wykoff City Council met on March 14 in regular session. Members in attendance were Mitch Grabau, Rocky Vreeman, Mayor Al Williams, Megan Lund, Brody Mensink, and City Clerk Cheryl Davis. Following the approval of the agenda and prior minutes, the council OK’d the bills and Treasurer’s Report, then opened the floor for visitors, but none were signed up to address the council. Next, the council approved the addition of two members to the fire crew. In Old Business, the council approved a pay request #2 from Rochester Sand and Gravel for $1978.85 and the WWTP Grant Pay Request for Briggs & Morgan
of $6533.45. Next, there was discussion about the proposed Waste Management contract and quarterly direct billing. One citizen asked why the city would need to have a contract at all. It was discussed that quarterly billing will be cheaper for residents, and the city plans to enter into a 3-year contract, and will then reevaluate at that time. The actual contract will be brought to the April council meeting to be considered for approval. Tom Wente, on Behalf of the accounting consulting firm of Smith-Schafer & Associates, presented findings from their independent audit of Wykoff’s 2015 finances. The report See WYKOFF Page 18
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Photo by Sara Peterson Marker tree On a warm, sunny March afternoon my daughter and I decide to sneak in a walk back through the woods to check on the maple syrup taps. We slide into rubber boots because the ground is beginning to get soft. We head off down the trail, enjoying the exercise and noting trees that have dropped over the winter. As we get to the sugar bush back by the creek, we see hundreds of clear bags hanging on the trunks of the maple trees, attached to spouts which were hammered into the tree about waist high. Somehow, the sight is thrilling to me, year after year. Anticipating
the most delicious taste, a free gift from the forest, I am immediately grateful to our Amish friends who do all the hard work and in return give us a share of the harvest. We continue on so that I can show Sara the mysterious tree, one that I have pondered on for these past thirty years. This maple tree grows in a very unusual zig zag form. The trunk rises up about four feet, then turns a perfect right angle running horizontal, before turning another right angle from which the trunk grows up into the crown of the forest, with a noticeable nose or bump at the bend.
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Only recently did I come across a possible explanation for this tree. It turns out that bending trees to use as trail markers was a common practice of Native Americans all across the country 150 to 200 years ago. In fact, there are websites and societies and nonprofit organizations that have emerged to study and preserve marker trees. Young trees were bent and shaped to become giant billboards as the trees grew over the years, marking trails, pointing to water and food sources, warning of rough country ahead, or marking ceremonial sites and boundaries. These living historical landmarks are present in every state, but as the years go by some of them age and die, are cut down for development or agriculture, or maybe are simply unrecognized treasures whose significance is lost in the mists of time. My daughter notes that it is possible the tree was shaped naturally, by heavy snows that bent or snapped off branches while the tree was still young, and that is certainly true. However, there are three reasons why I believe, or want to believe, that this is a true marker tree. First, this tree has a classic marker tree form, with the three part zig zag, and even includes the typical nose on the second bend below the upward growing tree. Second, and this is most intriguing, the family we bought our land from, the Starks, comprised a mother who lived in the nursing home in Preston and her sons. Old timers have told me that the mother was a local Native American who married a Swedish man and settled on this land to raise their family. Surely, she knew all about marker trees and how to form them from her family. Is it not possible or even probable that she or her family formed this tree to mark the corner of their land in the middle of a forest? Third, the tree happens to be located within a few feet of a boundary corner marking both a section line and the corner of the parcel of land we own. How likely is that by chance? I like to believe this is a marker tree from the past, reminding us of all the people who have loved this land before.
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By Hannah Underbakke Most people who have animals, whether farm animals or family pets, know how to treat the animals. There are a few people that mistreat animals and the person should get in trouble. But that one bad Hannah person sets Underbakke the example that PETA follows. PETA is People for Ethical Treatment of Animals. PETA can do good, but sometimes they go overboard. For example, on PETA’s official website there is an article about how people should never have the Iditarod. In case you don’t know, the Iditarod is a race for 1,049 miles across Alaska with a team of up to 16 dogs hooked up to a sled led by a person called a musher. PETA thinks that the Iditarod is a cruel and deadly for the dogs to be in. Yes, there are accidents that occur that might hurt one of the dogs, but these dogs were made for the cold and to run. In another article on their page “Top 7 Reasons to Ditch Wool”, they talk about how bad the sheep always looks after they are sheared when in reality a sheep never looks like that when they
are done. There might be a cut here and there, but the sheep do not look like they were just hit by a car when they are done. But then there goes the idea that one bad person sets the example for everyone. PETA is also against hunting. They don’t like the idea of people going and hunting for the “trophy buck”. They just want natural phenomena to take the weaker ones. They are also against the idea of hunting dogs. PETA thinks that “dogs used for hunting are often kept chained or penned and are denied routine veterinary care”. They are also worried about the animals suffering a long time after it is shot. Anyone in their right mind would not let the animal suffer after they shot it. PETA can do some good, but they can also step over the line and just make people dislike them. They are trying to end certain ways of life, such as farming and hunting. PETA should spend a day on a farm where the animals get treated right, so maybe next time they can understand what goes on a good and working farm. Hannah Underbakke is a student at Mabel-Canton High School. She is one of eight area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its seventeenth year.
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included an unmodified “clean” opinion on 2015 city financial statements, and no compliance issues. He stated that General Governmental expenditures had increased greatly, from roughly $75,000 in 2014 to over $123,000 in 2015, mainly due to repairs of maintenance at the community center. He also pointed out that Public
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Mark’s evaluation as submitted and to place it in his file. The council also voted to accept the resignation of John Rezarch. Duane Krahn addressed the council on behalf of Nelta Stender. He said there are two trees on the boulevard in front of her property, and one of them has roots which interfere with the underground pipes, so he asked if the city would consider removing the trees, or providing the add-in material
to kill of the intruding roots. The council agreed to remove the trees. The council also heard a complaint regarding a property owner who said his neighbors have a non-operating vehicle on his property, and he said the neighbors frequently have fires in a shed which should be condemned. The city understands the EPA is apparently involved, so the city is not able to take action other than to address the
Spring Valley accepts bid for Fremont/Lyndale project By Rich Wicks The Spring Valley City Council met on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 6 p.m. Members in attendance were: Tony Archer, Todd Jones, Mayor Jim Struzyk, Jeff Vehrenkamp, and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. Bill Bires was absent. A Special Assessment Hearing was held first. Brian Malm, representing Bolton & Menk Inc, opened the hearing by stating, “Wednesday, last week, we had our public information meeting. It was well attended, good questions and commentary. Everyone received their official notice (of assessments).” Mayor Struzyk then asked if anyone had questions. Only one citizen voiced questions, asking about the timetable
for the project, and what guarantees there are that the project won’t have to be redone in a few years if something goes wrong. Malm answered this, saying that there’s a two-year warranty from the time the project is completed, and he added, “The pipes we’re having the contractor install are realistically 75- to 100-year pipes. If something catastrophically happens to them, it’s due to a failure on the construction”. He said he hasn’t seen that occur during his 18 years in the business. Malm outlined the timetable for the project, with Lyndale set to start May 31 and be completed in September, but he said the early spring weather may allow it to start earlier. The
Fremont portion is set to start in July and be done in August. He encouraged anyone interested to check for project updates on his company’s website, Bolton-menk. com (under the “Client Zone” tab). Malm also explained that Bolton & Menk had evaluated the five bids received for the project, and scored each on a “best value” index, finding Elcor Construction to have the highest score, with their bid of $1,277,137.47. The public hearing closed, and the regular city council meeting was opened. In the visitors section of the meeting, a citizen (James) addressed the council, saying he will resign from updating the sign he’s been responsible for at the end of the year, and
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vehicle, and will check with the city attorney before proceeding on this. Megan Lund recused herself from the discussion on this complaint. The council considered new garbage cans, but chose to control costs by continuing to use the current cans until a future date to be determined. The council will look into buying non-slip rubber mats for the community center.
$25 per hour. Deb Zimmer shared the list of scheduled entertainers at this summer’s Music & Fun in the Park, which will be on six Fridays, from June 17 through July 22. She also said garden plots will again be available for citizens interested. Council member Todd Jones shared that he’d heard from a member of the ambulance crew, saying they’re very pleased with the connection with Gold Cross. Mayor Struzyk then talked about the possibility for Spring Valley to be chosen as the site of a new veterans home. He said he hopes someone will step forward to take on the project, and added, “I think we’ve got a good chance…It would bring a lot of jobs to town, and people to town.”
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Fillmore County Police Reports Chatfield Police Department Derek Ammon Cameron, 38, Chatfield, Minn., 2/1/2016, Failure to Display Current Registration – Expired Plates, Fine $30, Total Fees $120, Unsupervised probation for six months – Conditions (3/1/2016): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar. Hank Anthony Friederichs, 19, Chatfield, Minn.; 2/5/2016, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Jarvis Patrick Apland, 34, Spring Valley, Minn.; 1/30/2016, Open Burning – Prohibited Materials, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. Kristen Michelle Bierbaum, 27, Rochester, Minn.; 2/20/2016, Failure to Display Current Registration - Expired Plates, Fine $30, Total Fees $120. Shawn Patrick Haase, 43, Peterson, Minn.; 2/20/2016, DWI Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within Two Hours, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 3/1/2017), Total Fees $415. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for two years). Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (3/1/2016): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/ controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insur-
ance - have valid license to drive, Sign Probation Agreement, Complete Chemical Assessment - follow all recommendations - complete within 30 days from today, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement - all conditions under direction of DFO, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Restitution reserved - leave open for 30 days - if affidavit filed the amount will be added to this case. Barbara Ann Nelson, 37, Rochester, Minn.; 2/7/2016, Speeding (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Mark David Paulek, 45, Wayzata, Minn.; 2/13/2016, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Daniel Edward Pranger, 62, Baldwin, Wisc.; 12/21/2015, Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Nicholas Todd Thesing, 26, Champlin, Minn.; 1/30/2016, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. MN Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division Bryce Alan Anderson, 30, Kas-
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son, Minn.; 2/5/2016, Entering Agricultural Land for Outdoor Recreation Purposes Without Obtaining Permission, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. MN State Patrol – Mankato Alyssa Nicole Kellogg, 28, Spring Valley, Minn.; 2/4/2016, Duty to Drive with Due Care – Speed Greater Than Reasonable, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. MN State Patrol – Rochester Anela Kolakovic, 18, Waterloo, Iowa; 1/29/2016, Speeding (44/30), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Irving Macario-Choncoa, 22, Ossian, Iowa; 2/24/2016, No Minnesota Driver’s License (after 60 days residency/30 days CDL), Fine $100, Total Fees $190. 2/24/2016, No Insurance Owner, Fine $200. Cara Marie Schultz, 30, Mapleton, Minn.; 1/29/2016, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Enes Vunic, 48, Waterloo, Iowa; 2/17/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jodee Lynn Wells, 49, Clinton, Iowa; 2/7/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Preston Police Department Michael Frederich Blevins, 61, Decorah, Iowa; 2/23/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Garren Lee Brusse, 32, Preston, Minn.; 12/20/2015, DUI – Operate Motor Vehicle – Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within Two Hours, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 2/28/2018), Total Fees $1,020. Local Confinement – 365 days (stay 363 days for two years). Serve as: weekends. Jail time to be served by April 1, 2016. Jail time to be served 48 hours continuous. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (2/29/2016): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact probation officer as directed, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign releases of information as directed, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Submit to Chemical Testing, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance, Comply with Ignition Interlock Program, Complete Alcohol Assessment - provide a copy of Rule 25 assessment to Court Services. Wesley Fitz Chapman, 56, Minneapolis, Minn.; 2/7/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Cody R. Johnson, 31, Chatfield, Minn.; 2/17/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Matthew Dylan Jones, 22, Preston, Minn.; 12/21/2015, Stopping/ Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Ethan Michael Mavlow, 22, Decorah, Iowa; 2/7/2016, Stopping/ Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Anton Nicholas Semmen, 36, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/26/2016,
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Vicki Ruth Sovereign, 54, Cresco, Iowa; 2/7/2016, Stopping/ Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Angela Chih Shin Tsao, 25,
Evanston, Ill.; 2/8/2016, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Adam Wyane Wollenburg, 31, Adams, Minn.; 2/2/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.
Chatfield adopts Park Master Plan By Karen Reisner At a March 10 special meeting of the Chatfield City Council, the 2016 Park and Recreation Master Plan initiated in January of 2015 was adopted as presented by Kristi Clarke, planning consultant. Councilors Dave Frank and Ken Jacobson were absent. The special meeting was held due the inability to put together a quorum for the March 14 regularly scheduled meeting. The 87-page comprehensive park plan shows city wide trails, future park locations, a map of each park, maintenance requirements of current parks, and existing uses and facilities. It defines Community and Neighborhood Parks and outlines the Chosen Valley Regional Park. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended adoption of the Master Plan at a January meeting. It is a long range plan to serve residents while also working to draw regional visitors. The intention is to update the plan every 5 to 10 years as economic and social conditions change. Goals listed in the plan include the maintenance of open, attractive spaces for all seasons, the development of continuous, interconnected systems of bikeways and trails, the development and marketing of Mill Creek and Groen Park’s designation as a regional recreation area, and the promotion of further development of the fine arts. Other business in brief Jenny Bradt, Bluff Country Hiking Club, reported on the Lost Creek Hiking Trail. She thanked the council for their past support over the last four years
and requested that the council approve a $2,000 appropriation again this year. Bradt explained that most events like the candlelight snowshoe hike, bird watching, scavenger hunt, Western Days Stampede run, and the fall trail run and hike are self funding. The appropriation was approved and will be used for advertisements, liability insurance, brochure printing, and replacement of deteriorating signs along the trail. Brian Burkholder, Public Works, said the purchase of a larger mower will allow workers to get grass mowed each week, taking less time and using less fuel. Three larger mowers were demoed last fall. A larger mower will allow them to cover the ground in about half the time. Two quotes were presented at a February Park and Recreation Committee meeting, one for a John Deere and one for a Toro. Burkholder recommended the purchase of the John Deere for $49,800 from Sema Equipment, Spring Valley. This mower initially will cost about $12,000 less than the Toro and is expected to have a higher trade-in value after four years. The purchase of the John Deere mower was approved. Burkholder announced that they have donations to cover the purchase of 15 picnic tables. There are price breaks for certain quantities purchased and another price break with the purchase of 15. The council had approved the purchase of eight tables; approval was given this day to purchase a total of 15 instead.
Feedlot Operators Workshop The County Feedlot Officers of SE Minnesota will be offering this informational workshop to discuss current issues facing local feedlot operators. We encourage you to attend this free workshop! 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Wednesday, March 30th, 2016 Nordic Lanes & Lounge 403 South Mill Street, Rushford
Includes free spaghetti dinner
Sponsored by the Feedlot Officers of Fillmore, Houston and Winona Counties.
Expansion & Permitting
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Mike Frauenkron, Fillmore CFO and Emily Bartusek, Winona CFO
Water Appropriations Permit Joe Ritcher, District Appropriations Hydrologist, MN DNR
Record Keeping and Land Application of Manure Angie Knish, Mower CFO
Closure and Abandonment
Jake Brady, Environmental Specialist 2, MN Pollution Control Agency
Milk House Waste & Co-mingling Mike Frauenkron, Fillmore CFO and Emily Bartusek, Winona CFO
Cost Share Planning
Fillmore County SWCD & NRCS
Do I need a permit? Who should I contact? What type of permit do I need? Do I need a Manure Management Plan to get a permit? What is a water appropriations permit? Do I need a permit? Come and find out. Are you required to keep application records? Are you having trouble keeping your records up-to-date? 1 - 99 AUs, 100 - 299 or 300 +: what do I need to do? Who can help me? Setbacks and sensitive features for spreading. Proper abandonment and closure of an animal feedlot or manure storage area that has ceased operation, why is it important? A look from an environmental and safety side. Learn the right way! What is the right way to treat your milk house waste? What is co-mingling? Can you co-mingle? What are your options? Learn the rules regarding co-mingling and milk house waste.
Do you have anything that needs to be brought into compliance? Are you eligible for cost share? What monies are available? Come and find out!
RSVPs ARE RECOMMENDED! Contact Emily Bartusek: 507-457-6580 or ebartusek@co.winona.mn.us
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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I’ve noticed that the Minnesota State Patrol squad cars have a white front car doors. I recall some years back that they did not. But I also recall from my childhood that they had white doors then also. Could you help me remember when these changes occurred? Thanks! Answer: Troy H. The Min- Christianson nesota State Patrol has been in existence since 1929. Our maroon squad cars featured a white door paint scheme from 1960-1991. Changes in in body styles, a need for greater visibility and advances in vinyl graphics led to improvements being made on State Patrol squads. The goal was to develop a graphics package that would not only continue a strong link between tradition and the future, but also provide the trooper safety through rapid identification and the introduction to side reflectivity. The design had to be an aesthetically strong complement to the shape and design anticipated for vehicles over the course of the next decade, cost effective and in compliance with Minnesota Statutes regarding color and markings of police vehicles.
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In 2008, the Minnesota State Patrol unveiled its retro graphics design. The throwback design recalled the white door paint scheme of years gone by. For more information, please go to https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/msp/ about/Pages/State-Patrol-SquadCars.aspx. A portion of state statutes were
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used with permission from the Office of the Revisor of Statutes. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. (Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us)
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SPRING FARM MACHINERY & MISC EQUIP AUCTION
ZENKE AUCTION SALE SITE • 11511 STATE 44, CALEDONIA, MN SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 2016 9:30 AM
NO ONLINE BIDDING THIS AUCTION NOTE: Zenke Auction has been commissioned to sell the complete Mike & Diane Abnet line of quality used machinery along with our other consignments. View pictures at www.ZenkeAuctionRealty.com, call Hoyt Zenke for more information 507-429-9999. Office 724-2090. MIKE & DIANE ABNET FARM EQUIPMENT DISPERSAL: 2000 JD-9550 side hill combine, SN:685755, total machine hrs 4,670, 2,701 separator hrs, 1,420 hrs on machine since complete new engine, many updates—new rasp, bars, feeder house chain, approx 200-hrs on separator since rebuilt; 24.5-32 rubber, excellent shape; JD-693, 6-row corn head, side hill, w/oil bath, SN:693X671604, 73 hrs since complete refurbish; JD-494 corn head, side hill, SN:X675342, total of 105 hrs since complete refurbish; JD-915 flex head, side hill, stainless platform, SN:636505; 2000 JD-7410 tractor w/FWA, approx 5,700 hrs, 20-spd, w/E-Range trans, reverser, premium cab, SN:R031749, 18.4-R38 rubber, sells w/JD-740 loader w/HD 92” bucket; Frontier 2410, 10’ 3-pt blade; bale spear, like new; 1982 JD-4440 tractor, cab, a/c, quad range trans, 20.8-38 rubber, SN:067972RW, approx 10,000 hrs, clean one owner tractor; JD-MOCO model 735 discbine, SN:E00735T313039; Pik Rite 790 hydra ram manure spreader, tandem axle, hyd gate, top beater, 540 PTO; Unverferth 430 gravity box w/ gear; JD-3950 chopper w/2-row, 30” corn head, w/processor, hyd tongue, elec controls, Inoculant applicator, 1,000 rpm; (2) Gehl 970 forage boxes w/Gehl tandem gear; JD-327 square baler w/ejector, hyd bale tightener, w/elec controls; NH-258 Rolabar hay rake, hyd drive, nice!; JD-100 stacker, good cond; JD-100 stacker, rusty deck; IH-56 blower; JD-709, 7’ trailer type brush mower; JD-100 track stack mover; Kewanee 600 elevator; skidsteer attach, tire/manure scraper; HiQual portable corral, (8) 12’ sections, (3) 14’ sections, (1) gate. TRACTORS, FARM MACHINERY: IH-1466 Black Stripe; JD-4230, cab, dsl, wf, dual hyd; JD4620, dsl, wf, dual hyd, open station; JD-4020, dsl, wf, open station; Ford 7740, cab, wf, dsl, w/side mount hyd brush mower, prev county machine; Ford 850, wf, gas, w/loader; Case W14 wheel loader, cab, dsl, matching rubber, runs good; JD-F145H semi mount 4-bottom plow; JD 14’ disc w/hyd cylinder; Gehl 1200 chopper w/adjustable 2-row corn head; Glencoe 7-shank soil saver; NH-489 haybine; Model 5500, 9-shank chisel w/adjustable offset disc; 750-gal, 42’ boom sprayer, w/controller, Ace pump, PTO; Knight Reel Auggie 3375 TMR; Gehl 970 forage box; H&S 1502 auger manure spreader; JD-7000 4-row corn planter, dry fert, good cond; NH-520 manure spreader w/gate; skidsteer attach hitch; Wilrich 22’ field cultivator; Kewanee 11-shank chisel plow; 22’ Kraus disc; Walsh trailer type sprayer w/monitor; 66” grapple fork; 66” manure fork w/grapple; 72” skidsteer bucket; skidsteer 7’ snow blade, manual swing; 18.4-38 band duals; set 18.4-38 hub mount duals; set 20.8-38 hub mount duals; rock box; Palco cattle head chute; cattle squeeze chute; 24’ silage feed wagon; portable creep feeder; 18’ Ford digger; 8’ grain drill; (8) farrowing crates; aeration floor for grain bin; JD 3-bottom trailer type plow; IH-950 Cyclo Air, 4-row planter; 4-row stock chopper; mineral feeder; Val metal hammer mill; (2) cattle foot baths. LAWN TRACTORS, MISC: JD-LX279; JD-LX186; JD-LX188; JD-325 garden tractor; JD-345 garden tractor; Dixon 0-turn mower. Unused items: 3-pt wood chipper; 3-pt, 82” rotary tiller; (2) 86” skidsteer blades; 50-ton bottle jack; 12-ton pipe bender; (2) 10’ 20-drawer work benches w/ hanging wall; HD wheel balancer; HD tire changer; 50-ton hyd shop press; air hyd 20-ton jack; 10ton porta power kit; (4) new air hoses; (4) solar welding helmets; (2) 72” fork extensions; 20’ HD wrought iron driveway gate; 30’x40’x15’ peak hoop bldg; 20’x30’x12’ peak hoop bldg; (2) 10’x20’ popup tents; (2) 16’x22’ Marquee event tents; misc used tools. TREES: (10) Norway 2’ Spruce; (19) Black Hills 18” Spruce; (40) Black Hills 2’ Spruce. TRUCKS, VEHICLES: 1983 IH tri-axle, 290 Cummins, 9-spd, w/20’ grain box; 1997 Freightliner, day cab, Cat dsl; 2007 Chev Colorado LT, ext cab, auto, 4x2, 310k miles; 2007 Chev Colorado LT, ext cab, auto, 4x4, 263k miles; 2002 Chev Malibu, 4-dr, auto, 237k miles; 2004 Chev Impala, 4-dr, auto, 250k miles; 2003 Ford Windstar LX mini van, auto, 149k miles, weak trans; 2001 Chev 2500 HD, ext cab, auto, 336k miles; 2005 Ford F-250 XL Super Duty, auto, 197k miles; 1999 Ford F-250 Super Duty, ext cab, 7.3 dsl, 191k miles, rough; 2013 PJ, 5’x10’, 7,000-lb, tandem, elec/hyd dump trailer; 1989 Ford 1-ton w/flatbed; 1999 Ford F-350 XL, Super Duty, 4x2, crew cab, 7.3 dsl, w/port fuel tank/elec pump, 191k miles. TERMS: 6.875% Sales Tax unless exempt. Cash or good check day of auction. Credit Card is available with a 3.5% Convenience Fee. Announcements made day of auction take precedence over any printed matter. All equipment sold AS-IS, WHERE IS. REGISTERED MN AUCTIONEERS: Hoyt Zenke, Andy Burke, Kevin McCormick CLERK: Zenke Auction & Realty, Inc., 11511 State Hwy. 44, Caledonia, MN UPCOMING AUCTON: Thur, Apr. 28th, Trucks, Trailers, Heavy Equipment, Misc Equipment Consignment Auction, Zenke Auction Sale Site, Caledonia, MN 9:30 am
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B&B BOWL THANK YOU
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THE B & B BENEFIT COMMITTEE CAN’T BEGIN TO THANK ALL OF THE PEOPLE WHO CAME TO OUR BENEFIT ON MARCH 5TH AT WHEELERS TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT FOR B & B BOWL-SHELLY & PAUL HANSON &THEIR FAMILY &THEIR EMPLOYEES! BECAUSE OF YOUR GENEROUS DONATIONS AND COMING TO BID ON THE SILENT AND LIVE AUCTION ITEMS, BOUGHT T-SHIRTS, HAD DINNER THERE, BOUGHT A RAFFLE TICKET-- WE WERE ABLE TO RAISE $60,000 TO HELP IN THE REBUILDING OF THE B& B. A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE PEOPLE WHO CALLED AND ASKED IF THEY COULD HELP - EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU WAS APPRECIATED! THANK YOU TO THE HIGH SCHOOL BOWLERS & 4-H KIDS FOR VOLUNTEERING YOUR TIME TO HELP. THANK YOU TO MATT GEHLING AND JOHN & KARRIE RISTAU FOR DOING THE LIVE AUCTION, TO JEREMY FOR THE USE OF WHEELERS, TO DJ DIGGER FOR PROVIDING THE MUSIC. A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING BUSINESSES WHO PROVIDED FOOD FOR THE MEA,L: SYSCO FOOD, FILLMORE COUNTY PORK PRODUCERS, PRESTON DAIRY & FARM, FOREMOST FARMS USA, PRESTON & HARMONY FOODS, SPRING VALLEY BAKERY, CULLIGAN OF WINONA, KWIK TRIP OF HARMONY AND THE HANSON FAMILIES FOR THE DESSERTS! AGAIN WE CAN’T SAY “THANK YOU” ENOUGH TO EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU WHO HELPED TO MAKE OUR BENEFIT SUCH A HUGE SUCCESS.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., MARCH 22 •Senior Strength Training, 8:309:10am, Harmony Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-6pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Senior Strength Training, 10:1511am, Spring Valley Community Center. Info, call (507) -272-3731.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •Chatfield AA meeting, 7:30pm, Pio neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.*
•AA Closed meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.* WED., MARCH 23 •Tai Ji Quan: Moving for a Better Balance for seniors, 11am-12pm, Coffee Street Fitness, Lanesboro. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* THURS., MARCH 24 •Senior Strength Training, 8:309:10am, Harmony Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Free Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.*
•Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Senior Strength Training, 10:15-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, call (507) 288-6944.* •Canton Historical Society meeting, 5pm, Canton Community Center. Come join us, looking for new members. •Story Hour for ages 3-5, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No school, no Story Hour.* •Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.*
•Chatfield Brass Band rehearsal, 7pm, Chatfield Elem. Band Room. New members welcome. Info, call (507) 8673315 or bcdnarv@aol.com.* FRI., MARCH 25 •Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* SAT., MARCH 26 •Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* •Easter Egg Hunt, 2:30pm, Fountain City Park. Kids grades 6 and under. •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507)765-2518.*
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
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NOTICE OF HEARING Please take notice that a Permanency Petition for the Termination of Parental Rights or Transfer of Permanent Legal Custody of the biological child of Jacqueline Barton and Ryan Kite was filed with the Fillmore County Juvenile Court on February 3, 2016. Pursuant to law, Jacqueline Barton and Ryan Kite are parties to this proceeding. The Court has scheduled an Adjudicatory hearing regarding the Termination of Parental Rights or Transfer of Permanent Legal Custody Petition on April 6, 2016 @ 1:15 pm and continuing on April 7, 2016 @ 9:00 a.m., at the Fillmore County Courthouse, Preston ,MN 55965. You are required to appear at the hearing on the date and time above. If you fail to appear at the hearing, the hearing may take place in your absence, the Court may find you in contempt of court, or it may issue a warrant for your arrest, or all of the above. The Court may find the statutory grounds set forth in the Petition have been proven, or the Court may issue an Order granting the relief requested in the Petition, which may include terminating the parental rights of the parents. As a party to this matter you have numerous rights and responsibilities, therefore, your presence at the hearing are required. Melissa Hammell Assistant Fillmore County Attorney P.O. Box 307 Preston MN 55965 507-765-2530 507-765-4543 (fax) Publish 7, 14, 21
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the object of said action is to obtain a judgment declaring that plaintiff is the owner in fee of the property described above, and that the defendants, and each of them, have no right, title, estate, interest, or lien in or upon the said real estate.
City of Rushford Village Rock Bids Request The City of Rushford Village will accept bids for up to 3000 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, 2016 and stockpiled for winter use in September or October 2016. 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 19th, 2016. Please label outside of envelope “2016 ROCK BID”.
notice of time change Fountain Township The Fountain Township Board of Supervisors will conduct regular monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month at the Fountain Fire Hall. Meetings for the months of April, 2016 through November, 2016 will begin at 8:00 p.m. Dan Graskamp, Clerk Publish 14,21
see persons and vehicles on the roadway at a distance of 500 feet. Motorized golf carts shall not be operated at speeds greater than I5 mph. 1. Motorized golf carts shall display the slow moving vehicle emblem provided for in Minnesota Statues §169.522 when operated. 2. Every person operating a motorized golf cart on designated roadways has all the rights and duties applicable to the driver of any other vehicle under the provisions of Chapter 169 of Minnesota Statutes, except when those provisions cannot reasonably be applied to motorized golf carts and except as otherwise specifically provided in Minnesota Statute §169.045 Sub. 7 and this ordinance. City ordinances regulating parking and traffic will apply to persons operating a motorized golf cart on designated roadways, except for those relating to required equipment, those that by their nature have no application and those inconsistent with the provisions herein. Section 6: LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed as an assumption of liability by the city for any injuries to persons or property which may result from the operation of a motorized golf cart by a permit holder or the failure by the city to revoke said permit. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF Lanesboro THIS 7TH DAY OF March 2016. By: /s/ Robin Krom, Mayor Attest: /s/ Michele Peterson City Clerk/Administrator Publish 21
State of minnesota county of fillmore DISTRICT COURT third judicial district Quiet Title A.G Group LLC, formerly A.G. Group Limited, Plaintiff, vs. Patrick Caldwell and Hanlon Prestby as Trustees of CCGM Trust; Georgia F. Lee, Stanley Lee, Leo B. Snyder, and Margaret Snyder; also the unknown heirs of Georgia F. Lee, deceased, Stanley Lee, deceased, Leo B. Snyder, deceased, and Margaret Snyder, deceased; also any and all other persons or entities unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein, Defendants. THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon plaintiff’s attorneys an Answer to the Complaint which is on file in the office of the Court Administrator of the above-named Court, within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons upon you, exclusive of the day of service. If you fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. This action involves, affects, or brings into question real property situated in the County of Fillmore, State of Minnesota described as follows: The Northwest quarter except the south 25 acres, in Section 30, Township101N, Range 9W, containing 136.87 acres, more or less, according to the U.S. government survey thereof.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that no personal claim is made by plaintiff against any of the defendants. Civil cases are subject to Alternative Dispute Resolution processes as provided in Rule 114 of the General Rules of Practice for the District Courts. Alternative Dispute Resolution includes mediation, arbitration, and other processes set forth in the rules. You may contact the Court Administrator for information about these processes and about resources available in your area. Law Office of Thomas M. Manion, P.A. Thomas M. Manion MN# 0067167 204 Parkway Ave. N., P.O. Box 420 Lanesboro, MN 55949 Telephone: 507-467-2317 Facsimile: 507-467-2400 e-mail: tmanion@tmanionlaw.com ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF Publish 7, 14, 21 NOTICE TO AGGREGATE PRODUCERS Seasonal Material Bids Fillmore County Highway Department CP 23-16-02 The Fillmore County Highway Department will be accepting bids for the furnishing and hauling of Class 2 (modified) aggregate on various Fillmore County Roads, and the furnishing of same material in stockpile at various quarry locations. Sealed bids will be received at the office of the County Engineer at the Fillmore County Highway Department in Preston, Minnesota, on behalf of the Fillmore County Board of Commissioners, until 1:30 p.m. on April 11, 2016. Aggregate material will conform with the 2005 Edition of Minnesota Department of Transportation “Standard Specification for Highway Construction”, and as amended by the Special Provisions. Quantities are estimated at 34,209.0 tons of class-2 mod aggregate material, plus stockpile quantities. Bid forms may be obtained at the office of the County Highway Engineer, 909 Houston St NW, Preston, Minnesota 55965. The County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any defect. Dated at Preston, Minnesota, this 13th day of March, 2016. Ronald Gregg, P.E. Fillmore County Engineer 909 Houston St. NW Preston, MN 55965 Publish 21,28
Fillmore Cemetery Board NOTICE The Fillmore Cemetery Board will hold it’s annual meeting on March 26th at 8:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Fillmore Free Methodist Church. Publish 14, 21
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. Judy Graham, Acting Clerk & Treasurer City of Rushford Village Publish 21,28
REQUEST FOR QUOTES FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP The Fountain Township Board of Supervisors is requesting quotes for the following: Class II road rock on a per ton basis for quarry pickup and or to be delivered and spread within the Township at the Supervisor’s discretion. Blading, trucking, and snow removal on a per hour basis. Quote must be accomplianed by and equipment list. All quotes must be accompanied by a certificate of insurance. All qotes must be delivered in an envelope marked “Quote Enclosed” and be in the hands of the Clerk by 6:00 pm, April 6, 2016. Quotes will be opened at the April 7, 2016 regular meeting at the Fountain Fire Hall beginning at 8:00 pm. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all qutoes. Dan Graskamp Clerk Publish 14,21,28
CARIMONA TOWNSHIP ROAD 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 in the hands of the Clerk of Carimona Township by Monday April 4, 2016 at 8:00 pm. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Linda Marzolf, Clerk 19792 County 15, Preston, MN 55965 Publish 21,28
Money Creek TOWNSHIP Money Creek Township March 8, 2016 Annual Town Election Official Results: For the office of Supervisor for a 3-Year Term: Dale Omodt, 87; Joshua Bedard, 75. For the office of Clerk for a 2-Year Term: Adam Florin, 157; Wes Fort, 1; Johnathan Ask, 1; Robin Danielson, 1. Adam Florin, Clerk Publish 21
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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING of Bristol Center Cemetery Association The annual meeting of the Bristol Center Cemetery Association will be on March 26, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at the Harmony House Restaurant in Harmony, MN. Don Bellingham, Secretary/Treasurer Publish 14,21
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF CARIMONA TOWNSHIP The regular monthly board meetings of the Carimona Township Board will be held on the first Monday of each month sat 8:00pm at the Preston Emergency Services Building until further notice. Linda Marzolf, Clerk Publish 21,28
Notice of Board meeting date change for Pilot Mound Township The Pilot Mound Township Board will meet for regular business on Monday, April 4, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. in the Pilot Mound Town Hall. /s/ William Sullivan, Clerk Pilot Mound Township Publish 21
Public Notice - City of Peterson The City of Peterson has changed their regular scheduled Council meetings to the Second Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Megan Boyum, Clerk Publish 21,28
City of Lanesboro Ordinance Regulating the Use of Golf Carts on City of Lanesboro Streets and Alleys AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE USE OF GOLF CARTS ON STREETS AND ALLEYS IN THE CITY LIMITS: Section 1: DEFINITIONS Motorized Golf Cart. Motorized Golf Cart means a vehicle, usually three or four wheeled, which is self-propelled and is designed to be used to provide transportation on a golf course. Section 2: PERMITS REQUIRED No person shall operate a motorized golf cart on streets and alleys within the city limits or under the jurisdiction ofthe City of Lanesboro (“City”) without first obtaining a written permit from the city, except no permits will be required for parades. Each application for a permit shall give the name and address of the applicant, evidence of insurance, which meets the requirements of Minnesota Statute §65B.48 Sub. 5, proof being no less than 16 years of age, and such other information as the City may require and authorized by law. All permits expire on December 31 of the year in which the permit was issued. The city council shall set the fees for such permits by resolution. Permits must be renewed annually in order to be valid. Section 3: REVOCATION OR DENIAL OF PERMIT A permit may be revoked at any time or denied if it is shown the permittee cannot safely operate motorized golf carts on the designated routes, if the permittee has had a valid driver’s license revoked for traffic violations or the permittee has violated any term or condition of this permit or other city traffic ordinance. Section 4: DESIGNATED ROADWAYS All city streets and alleys within the city limits shall be designated motorized golf cart routes. No federal, state or county highway or road shall be a designated roadway. The operator of a motorized golf cart may cross any street or highway intersecting a designated roadway. Section 5: CONDITIONS OF OPERATION Operation of motorized golf carts on city streets are subject to the following conditions: golf carts must be operated at reasonable speeds and must yield the rightof-way to pedestrians, bicyclists, and motor vehicles. Motorized golf carts may only be operated on designated roadways from sunrise to sunset. They shall not be operated in inclement weather or when visibility is impaired by weather, smoke, fog or other conditions, or at any time when there is insufficient light to clearly
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE Ordinance 02012016 AN ORDINANCE REGARDING RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS (GEOTHERMAL & SOLAR) The City of Lanesboro has determined that with the increased use of alternative energy systems within the State of Minnesota, including within municipal boundaries, City regulation should be adopted to promote the proper and orderly location of alternative energy systems on real property within the City of Lanesboro. Those regulations are included in the above-referenced ordinance, which has been made a part of the City of Lanesboro zoning regulations. The full ordinance regulates the proper installation and use of alternative energy systems within the City of Lanesboro, and provides for compliance requirements and penalties for noncompliance. The pertinent sections of the ordinance are as follows: (1.1) Definitions (1.2) Ground Source Heat Pump Systems (1.3) Solar Energy Systems (1.4) Prohibitive Characteristics (1.5) Permits for Alternative Energy Systems (1.6) Conditional Use Permits (1.7) Interpretations (1.8) Penalties (1.9) Severability & Savings Clause The Lanesboro City Council, by a 5/5 vote, has hereby determined that: publication of the title and summary of the ordinance will clearly inform the public ofthe intent and effect of the ordinance; a printed copy of the ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours at City Clerk Office at City hall or by standard or electronic mail, and a copy of the entire text of the ordinance is posed in the community library; and proof of the publication shall be attached to and filed with the ordinance. Dated: 3/7/2016 By: Robin Krom, Mayor Attest: Michele Peterson Clerk/Administrator Publish 21
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1/2 acre lot • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • 4 bedrooms • Main • D/O • New roof • New flooring • Main floor laundry floor laundry • Living room • Formal dining • Remodeled bath and kitchen • Deck • Enclosed • New window • New furnace and water heater• porch • Large 2+ garage Enclosed porch • Deck • Storage shed
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Previously the Olmsted Medical Building located on Tracy Road. The building is in great condition and would be a wonderful building for variety of uses or businesses. Approximately 3,800 sq ft with the building and an acre lot with approximately 25 spaces of parking. The parking lot is asphalt. The building has steel siding with brick accent. The lower level is finished complete with kitchen area. Inquire about Economical Development Assistance.
Ranch home • Wood floors • Formal living room • Formal New flooring • New appliances • Newer furnace lAnesboro dining room • Family room w/gas fireplace • Newer roof • • New roof • New windows • Main floor laundry • Great opportunity to own this Updated electrical box • Heated garage • Large car port • 3 –car heated garage • Close to bike trail building located in a high traffic Storage shed • Garden area • Patio • Firepit area in scenic Lanesboro. Opportunities are $117,500 ! unlimited. 2 rental units also on 2nd level. Ideal CED 332 CedAr st. REDU for a retail business. Buy now and be ready for the fountAin 205 frAnklin st. nw Large wooded corner spring activity. preston lot • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • .32/acre • Large living $193,000 room • Dining room • Open kitchen • New roof • 2 car $149,900 Large Duplex (could be B&B or attached garage • Storage shed • Patio • Schools can hArMony residential) • 4 bedrooms and 2 baths on 1 side be Fillmore Central, Lanesboro, Chatfield, or Kingsland • 3 bedrooms and 4 baths on side • Wood floors • Upper level laundry • Could be used as rental also • 10 foot ceilings • Newer roof • Covered porch • Unlimited potential for the commercial property on g $107,900 Deck • Formal living room • Formal dining room • 2 acres conveniently located on high traffic area. istiN L w 121 n. County rd 56 2 furnaces • Air units • Separate electric meters • 2 NE Building with new metal roof, cement floor, knotty leroy car garage • Unlimited potential pine ceilings and walls, loft area, garage, patio, Spacious 2-story • 4 bedroom • 2 baths • Main floor covered decks and outbuildings laundry • Large private lot • Large covered porch • 3-season porch • Deck • New appliances stay • New $145,000 $67,500 4 burr oAk Ave. furnace and water heater • Sunken family room • Living ChAtfield room • Built-ins
Unlimited potential for this Impressive Victorian • Zoned residential & Commercial • Previous owners included wellknown French Restaurant and B&B • Unlimited potential • 4 bedrooms • 4 baths • Wood floors $122,500 Ng throughout • Unending character • Gorgeous Listi NEw 603 CAlhoun Ave open staircase • Completely updated mechanicals lAnesboro • High ceilings • Walk-up attic ready to be finished • Endless amount of activities: canoeing, biking, Ranch home • 3 tubing, theater, restaurants, boutiques, parks, bedrooms on main floor • 2-baths • Wood floors breathtaking scenery, golf courses, and much • Large living room • Deck • Garage • Move-in more • This unique opportunity needs to be ready viewed to appreciate.
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Ranch Style Home - ready for immediate occupancy. Numerous updates, including new roof, new furnace & A/C, new flooring, hardwood floors, and freshly painted interior. You’ll love the spacious back yard with storage shed. All located in desirable mature neighborhood close to the school and north park. If you are looking for one level living - this is it. Move right in. All the work has been done!
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715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com 101 cenTennial ST. e. Wykoff $189,900 Absolutely stunning executive home with incredible design. Formal living and dining areas, kitchen w/wrap around center island & breakfast nook overlooking the beautifully landscaped back yard and patio area. Master bedroom w/jetted tub & dressing area with many built in drawers. Lower level family room, separate laundry area, lowest level entertainment room and workshop with workbench. Beautifully landscaped yard, brick accent on house, cement pavers for patio area and cement basketball court. Move-in ready!
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1120 Matthew St SW, pREStON
100 Elmwood St E, LANESBORO 607 Fillmore Ave S, LANESBORO
Expansive views to enjoy! 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Hardwood floors and 18’ vault. LL walk out basement with family room & wine cellar. 1.5 acre lot.
Original Charm Near downtown! Well maintained 3 Unique opportunity bedroom, 3 bathroom with to own an inn. Rent & updated mechanicals. 2 single rooms or suites guest cabins for additional to accommodate large groups. Separate owners living area on main floor. Call today! income or studio space. $182,000
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509 pARKWAy AVE S LANESBORO 112 S Hudson Ave, SpRING VALLEy
Residential or Commercial! Excellent condition. Highway exposure & yard space. Handicap accessible. Currently a salon, easily adaptable to fit your dream. $49,900
No guesswork! Well established full service restaurant ready for you to walk into! Well maintained & updated.
Great Bluff View! Looking for a place to stay or get-away? This 2 bedroom home. Nicely laid out and roomy. Basement is half finished with family rec area and bathroom. Insulated 2 car attached garage with access to backyard! $114,900
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22 Main Ave N, HARMONy Located in the heart of Harmony Commercial space with 2 units, 1 unit currently rented. 2 off street parking spots.
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Renovated Commercial building Beautifully designed interior space. Backyard space & attract street front. Call today!
304 Fillmore St W, pREStON
102 Lyndale St S, MABEL
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Main floor bedroom, bath & laundry. 3 bedrooms & den on one level. Updated shingles, siding & windows. 2 car att garage. $100,000 your look is over!
Mint condition w/ quality An Ideal mixture of crop & woods updates inside & out. 3 this property offers rec land along bedroom, 2 bath, lg 1 car with income. 40 Acres crop land, tuckunder garage. Great approx. 10 acres CRP, 40 acres yard w/ patio area. $157,900 woods, balance pasture.
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AUCTION CALENDAR Thurs., March 24 at 9:30am- Lender, Dealer, and Consignment Auction. For more info call Gehling Auction Company at 800-770-0347. Listing in the Journal. Sat. March 26 9:30am - Farm Machinery & Misc. Equipment Auction. Auction held at 11511 State Hwy 44, Caledonia, MN. For more information contact Zenke Auction at www.zenkeonline.com or www.zenkeauctionrealty.com. Listing in the Journal.
ONLINE AUCTIONS Sat., March 19 through Tues. March. 29 at Tony Montgomery Realty and Auction Co. For more info go to www.tmracompany.com or call Tony: 507-259-7502 or Brad: 507-421-0232. Complete Listing in the Journal. To list your Auction 507-765-2151
services TRANSMISSION SERVICE & REPAIR: Foreign and domestic, auto & light truck. 3 year, 100,000 mile warranty. Call for prices. Brown’s Tire, Battery, & Transmission. Rushford 507-8642969 or 1-888-864-7049. v17eow-o Norby Tree Service: Stump grinding, tree trimming, and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. v8/2tfn- o REBUILD ALTERNATORS and starters for auto, truck, and farm implements. Same day service. Used cars for sale. Specializing in Toyota Prius sales and services. Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford. 507-864-7440 or 507-459-1504. v11tfno Lawn mowing available, serving all of Fillmore County. Call for bids. Insured. Pete Moger 507-765-3891. s7,14,21,28-x Besse Auto Detailing. Make your car look new. Pick up and delivery available. (507) 765-2471. s7,14,21,28-x
FOR SALE
THANK YOU
Price Reduced: Beautiful Lexington Whitewashed formal dining room table with two leaves, 6 foot hutch with glass doors and 6 chairs. Excellent condition. Chair seats were just professionally recovered two months ago. Originally purchased from Brick Furniture. $1,900.00 for the whole set. I can text or email pictures, or you can call for a showing. 507-438-2622. s7,14,21o
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thank You and the Norma Gerth.Make the most of each and every day - that’s what Mom would always say. We would like to thank everyone at the Chosen Valley Care Center to let our Mom do just that . . . even if it was in the middle of the night. You all made our Mom feel at home, special, spoiled, pampered, important, part of the “nursing staff” and loved. We enjoyed it when you shared the special moments that we missed (tattled on her), helped us understand Alzheimer’s (calmed our fears), and for helping us through her journey to heaven. We cannot say thank you enough to all those that cared for our Mom and how incredibly special you are. Your kind words, stories, hugs, tears, laughter and smiles, you were our Mom’s extended family and new friends and you will be remembered and cherished by all of us. We are so thankful for all that you did for her - you are truly special! With grateful hearts, Norma Gerth’s children and grandchildren. t21,28-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thank you for flowers, cards, memorials, and the kind words for my mother’s passing. All the memorial money will go to Samaritan Bethany bus service and a memorial stone at our cabin in Canada. Thank you Sally Gibson & Family Family of Lorrayne Patterson t21-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thank you everyone for the many thoughtful cards that were sent to me in celebration of my 80th birthday. What a nice surprise! Also, Thank you all for your prayers, well wishes and cards, as I continue healing from my recent heart bypass surgery. Floyd Mercer t21-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My family and I would like to thank everyone for the love and support we’ve received since Mike Horsman’s hospitalization and death. We will never get over his death, but your support has helped so much. He took my family on with open arms and so much love. He was such a good man. We all miss him terribly. I think he would be surprised at how much he meant to everyone. He was one of a kind. My family and our friends have been tremendous and we want everyone to know how much we Printed withappreciate it. Lisa Jones and family t21-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Eliminate high heating costs. Central Boiler’s all-new Classic Edge OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. Call Today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507533-4523. s7,14,21-o Price Reduced to $1,500.00. Beautiful bleached wood Lexington dining room table, 6 chairs and china hutch. Chairs were re-upholstered one month ago. The table has gorgeous Ball-andClaw Feet that completes its timeless style. The Table extends from 65 inches long to 95 inches long with both 15 inch leaves in so it can comfortably seat up to 8 people! The chairs have gorgeous detail and contour seating. This beautiful 8 piece dining collection is certain to bring charm to your dining room! Price Includes: Table, 4 Side Chairs, 2 Arm Chairs, 2 - 15” Extension Leafs, Table: 65”-80”-95”L x 43”W x29”H, Hutch: 83”Hx44”Wx17”D. I can text or e-mail photos if you would like or call for a showing 507-438-2622. s21,28-x FRUIT TREES LOW AS $18. Blueberry, Grape, Strawberry, Asparagus, Evergreen & Hardwood Plants. FREE catalog. WOODSTOCK NURSERY, N1831 Hwy 95, Nellsville, WI 54456. Toll Free 888-803-8733. wallace-woodstock.com (MCN) Trailer sale, 14,000lb 20’ skidloader trailers $3,699.00; 7’X14’ 14,000lb. w/tarp,Dump trailer $6,499.00; Triple Axle Dump $9,399.00; 6’X12’ V-nose ramp $2,789.00;Trailer Repairs and 100’s of PARTS for all makes. 515-9724554 www.FortDodgeTrailerWorld.com (MCN)
EZ-GO & Yamaha GOlf Carts SaleS & Service New & USed Ivan Vreeman
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services Randy Haakenson • Commercial • Residential • Agricultural 326 Parkside Dr. SE Res 507-765-2297 Preston, MN 55965 Cell 507-251-5535
TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, Inc.
schroeder drywall ReSidential - CommeRCial
Drywall Hanging • taping • texturing Rusty Schroeder “Free estimates” 507-765-3648 Celebrating 20 years in the ICF Industry Complete sales and education available of 42518 State Hwy 44 • Mabel, MN 55954 multiple ICF Forms and Phone (507) 493-5888 • Fax (507) 493-3888 all related accessories Email tristateicf@gmail.com including ICF Bracing Website www.tristateicf.com sales and rental. BEst PriCEs, Build different, Build Better, BEst suPPort, WE knoW iCF's.
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507-886-4600
PO Box 273 • 70 4th St. NW, Harmony MN 55939 We are proud to offer these services: • DOT Inspections on your pickup & trailer • Install B&W gooseneck hitches • Install brake controllers • Trailer brake repair • Light repair on trailers • Wiring repair on pickups and trailers • Welding repair and modifications on steel and aluminum trailers •View our inventory at www.ironsidetrailersales.net We are looking forward to helping you with all your trailer needs!
Monday, March 21, 2016
TNT Lawn Service Make arrangeMentS now For your Snow Care
• Mowing • power BrooMing • StuMp grinding • inSured • Fall Clean-up • light BaCkhoe work • Snow plowing Call: • iCe ManageMent 507-268-4977 • aerating or Cellphone: 507-429-6755
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5-8 March 26, 8-12. Funks shed: 14818 Hwy 30 SE, Chatfield, MN go East on 74/3C 1/2 mile from stoplights on the right. Lots of baby girl clothing - N.B. to 12 months. Baby equipment, Little Tikes outdoor play equipment, couch, La-ZBoys, tables, entertainment center, chest freezer, Longaberger Christmas baskets, Boyds bears, womens clothing, mens clothing. Some craft making items, some antiques. Baked goods for your Easter selling by Chatty Walkers Relay for life. No early sales. g21m28-o
Fr. Francis Galles
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Scheevel and Sons, Inc. (507) 765-4756 Precision Laser Excavating
Specialties: Ponds, Waterways, Terraces, Driveways, Building Sites and More. Ron (507-273-9796), Aaron (507-272-3923), Eric, & Nate Scheevel 17057 Kind Rd. • Preston, MN
Friday, april 1, 2016 From 7:00 am - 10:00 pm 500 preston st. nW, preston, mn
Household items: 2 queen size beds with dressers, kitchen table and cabinets, laZ-Boy and table, 2 desks and chairs, musical keyboard, coffee tables and chairs, complete set of dinnerware for 12, two sets of silverware, numerous cooking utensils, coffee maker, blender, electric roaster, microwave oven, deck table and chairs, lawn mower, snow blower, indoor/ outdoor scooter, rakes and shovels, tent, wheelbarrow, grillw/gas tank, hammock, and much more.
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FOR RENT Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available immediately. 765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfno Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x Canton Manor ~ Canton Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd apts. Must be 62+ or disabled. Rent based on 30% of gross income. Includes off-street parking w/plug-ins, on-site laundry, community room, water, trash, storage units & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-4518524, www.lifestyleinc.net, tdd 507-4510704. Equal Housing Opportunity. r21-o Cherrywood Estates ~ Mabel Open waiting list for studio, 1 & 2 bd apts. Family & senior rentals. Rent based on 30% of income. Includes off-street parking w/plug-ins, on-site laundry, heat, water, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-451-8524, www.lifestyleinc.net, tdd 507-451-0704. Equal Housing Opportunity. r21-o
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Harmony Apts ~ Harmony Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd apts. Must be 62+ or disabled. Rent based on 30% of monthly gross income. Includes off-street parking w/plug-ins, on-site laundry, community room, heat, water, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-4518524, www.lifestyleinc.net, tdd 507-4510704. Equal Housing Opportunity. r21-o Hay - 1-2-3 Crop - No Rain, Green, Soft, 3x3x8, Alfalfa/Grass 507-421-6050 f29,7,21,4,18-x Hay for Sale: Small square bales, 2nd crop, alfalfa/grass mix. No rain, $3 per bale. Also available - round bales, $40 each. No rain. Call 507-875-2630. f7,14,21-x OUR HUNTERS WILL pay Top $$$ to hunt your land. Call for a free Base Camp Leasing info packet & quote: 866/309-1507 www.BaseCampLeasing. com MCAN Our Hunters will Pay Top $$$ To hunt your land. Call for a Free Base Camp Leasing info packet & Quote. 1-866309-1507 www.BaseCampLeasing.com (MCN)
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. w30tfno Wanted warm morning natural gas space heater. Other brands will do, but must work good. 507-7438443 Canton, MN w21,28-o WANT CASH FOR EXTRA DIABETIC TEST STRIPS? I Pay Top Dollar Since 2005! 1-Day Fast Payment Guaranteed Up To $60 Per Box! FREE Shipping www.CashNowOffer.com or 1-888-2105233. Get Extra $10 Use Offer Code: CashNOW! (MCN)
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Kenilworth Apts ~ Lanesboro Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd smoke free apts. Must be 62+ or disabled. Includes off-street parking w/plug-ins, on-site laundry, heat, water, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-4672222 or 507-451-8524, www.lifestyleinc. net, tdd 507-451-0704 .Equal Housing Opportunity. r21-o Prairie View Manor ~ Ostrander Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd smoke free apts. Includes off-street parking, on-site laundry, community room, heat, water, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-4518524, www.lifestyleinc.net, tdd 507-4510704, Equal Housing Opportunity. r21-o Rushford Manor ~ Rushford Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd smoke free apts. Rent based on 30% of gross income. Includes off-street parking, onsite laundry, heat, water, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-4518524, www.lifestyleinc.net, tdd 507-4510704. Equal Housing Opportunity. r21-o Sylvan Apts ~ Lanesboro Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd smoke free apts. Must be 62+ or disabled. Rent based on 30% of income. Includes off-street parking w/plug-ins, on-site laundry, all utilities, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-467-2222 or 507-451-8524, www.lifestyleinc.net, tdd 507-451-0704. Equal Housing Opportunity. r21-o
Scenic View TownhomeS • Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms • Attached garages included • Beautiful area • Starting at $505 Income restrictions apply. 507-864-7880 • Rushford, MN www.paramark.us
Spring iS here! Time to get your MOVe on! no Waiting List!
Are yOu AT LeAST 62 yeArS Or BeTTer, hAnDiCAppeD Or DiSABLeD? Lakewood Apartments located in beautiful downtown Chatfield, Mn
• Rent based on income (30%) • Clean, safe, quiet and friendly environment • Off-street Parking and on-site laundry • Heat paid • Pets welcome
• Community Room with Big Screen TV and Kitchen • Elevator • Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartments with appliances • Close to City Library, Churches, Downtown and Medical Center
If thIs Is what you’re lookIng for, look no further. 507-867-4791 or just come and visit us at Lakewood Apartments, 420 Bench Street, Chatfield, MN 55923
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EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
Crop produCtion ServiCeS is looking for a part-time
SeaSonal Truck Driver (507) 886-4222 • Harmony, mn
Crop produCtion ServiCeS is looking for a full-time
AppliCAtor
with the ability to run both Liquid and dry appLicators. Full Benefits. Please stop in or call for full job description and requirements.
(507) 886-4222 • Harmony, mn
is looking for an
AdministrAtive CoordinAtor Job description: Process Product Requests, Receivers, and Orders, Process A/P and A/R, Answer phone calls and General Office Duties Required Skills/Experience: Computer skills, Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Communication, Detail Oriented, Must be able to Multi-Task and work independently and within a team professionally. Ability to work overtime when required is Very Important.
How to aPPly: Please pick up an application at our office
CPS 13723 Hwy 52 SoutH • Po Box 299 Harmony, mn 55939 • (507) 886-4222
or mail your resume to:
NEW STARTING WAGE SCALE
Full-Time & ParT-Time
• Nursing Assistants (Full-Time & Part-Time $1750 Sign-On Bonus) • RN’s & LPN’s (Full-Time & Part-Time $3500 Sign-On Bonus) • Home Health Aides (Part-Time) Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for individuals who are compassionate, energetic, hardworking, and reliable to join our health care team. We currently have full-time and parttime positions available. We are willing to train the right applicant. We offer excellent benefits to employees working full-time. • Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% coverage on Preventative Care. • Health Partners Dental Plan • Matching Funds for 401(k) Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • Generous, Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC Applications should be forwarded to: Chosen Valley Care Center Attn: Director of Clinical & Resident Services, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com, (EOE/AA)
Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community
Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS
has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals
nurse: Full-time night Shift
$2000 SiGn-on BonuS • Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Business Office at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.
Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
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Monday, March 21, 2016
EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
City of Rushford Village
The City of Rushford Village is accepting applications for the City Clerk position until April 1, 2016. Applications may be found on the City’s website
http://www.rushfordvillage.govoffice.com
or leave a message at 507-864-7974.
Deadline for applications is noon on Friday, April 1, 2016.
TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, inc. Now HiriNg
Come be a member of our TEAM! Looking to hire full-time, versatile employee. Apply at Solberg welding or ironside Trailer Sales and Service.
507-886-4600 • HARMONY, MN
Dennis Solberg, Owner
Wanted: a FeW Good PeoPle School bus drivers needed in the Harmony & Preston area for routes and extra trips. Excellent part-time jobs. Will train.
Call Harmony TransiT Phone - 507-886-2020
ImmedIate OpenIng
SaleS pOSItIOn
• National recognized Aluminum Truck Body and Trailer Company • Position Based in Cresco, Iowa; Some Travel • Salary plus Commission; Many Benefits; $401K plus potential • Candidate will set up new dealer account; Sell a variety of high end products • Strong computer skills desired
Please send or email resume and cover letter to:
alUm-lIne, InC. P.O. Box 59, Hwy. 9 West • Cresco, IA 52136 Email: alumline@alumline.com www.alumline.com
HELP WANTED
CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers/Drivers in Ostrander, Wykoff & Leroy. Potential employees must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined and possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal CDL. Please apply online at www.chsrochester.com/about-us/careers. If you have any questions contact Troy (Ostrander) at 507-657-2234 stop by the CHS Office at 517433 nurseor Full Time Night Shift County 1 Ostrander, MN 55961. EOE $
1,000 Sign On Bonus
University of Minnesota extension 4-H PrograM Coordinator University of Minnesota Extension is accepting applications for multiple County 4-H Program Coordinator positions. A minimum of seven positions to be filled before June 2016. Most positions are 100%-time. Current openings include: Brown, Carver, Fillmore, Meeker, Pope, Rock and Sherburne. Additional positions may be added. Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience required. Must have experience in a direct youth development organization (as a member, volunteer, leader, paid staff member, or some combination). Access to reliable transportation for job-related travel. Ability to work evenings and weekends. • To apply online and access the complete job description, go to: http://www.extension.umn.edu/about/employment/#youth-development • Job ID 308086 - County 4-H Program Coordinator, multiple locations • Applications submitted by 4/4/16 will be considered first; positions will remain open until filled. The U of M is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
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EMPLOYMENT Chiropractic Assistant wanted: Enthusiastic, positive, organized individual with an eye for detailand a willingness to learn; someone who finds great satisfaction in helping others and is willing to go out of their way to be of service. Creativity, organizational and TEAM LEADERSHIP skills are a must! Computer, typing and phone skills are also essential. Salary based on knowledge, skills, and experience. Send your resume to: Arndt Chiropractic PO Box 277, Preston, MN 55965. h14,21-0 Looking for a carpenter to work around Spring Valley area, prefer to live close. Must be able to work residential and agricultural. Mechanical or equipment operation a plus. Would consider an apprentice also to train. Competitive pay based on experience. Call 507-951-2020 or 507-6577680. h14,21,28-x
Preston, MN
Positions AvAilAble
lPn Position and Residential support staff: Full-time/Part-time Positions Preston, Harmony, & Spring Valley Apply online at www.mapleleafservices.org or call Cherie at 507-765-2107
EOE
Providing services for people with developmental disabilities for 30+ years!
MABEL GrEEn LEA sEnior LivinG is LookinG for spEciAL pEopLE who wAnt to MAkE A diffErEncE.
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
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EMPLOYMENT FILLMORE COUNTY Community Services, Public Health Division is now accepting applications for a .5 FTE Registered Nurse. This is a regular, nonexempt position with a flexible schedule and a variety of responsibilities. Qualifications: Requires minimum of an associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid driver’s license. Starting pay is $21.8524/ hour. Job description and application may be obtained from: www.co.fillmore.mn.us; or Fillmore County Coordinator, 101 Fillmore Street, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 765-4566. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Resumes may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed County application. Applications accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2016. EOE h14,21,28-o FT (40 hrs) School-Linked/Day Treatment Mental Health Therapist to do individual/group therapy with adolescents and children in school settings located in Houston and Fillmore counties. Requires MN MHP licensure or licensure clinical trainee eligibility. Competitive wage and benefits. EOE/AA Apply online: www. hvmhc.org or send letter/resume to: Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, Attn: Peg Walch, 166 Main St., Winona, MN 55987. h14,21-o
EMPLOYMENT Fillmore County is seeking applications for a full-time Registered Nurse/ Social Worker in the Community Services Department, Public Health Division. This is a regular, exempt position, eligible for benefits. Qualifications: If applying as an RN: Degree from an accredited RN program, licensed for MN. If applying as a Social Worker: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology or closely related field, or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in any field and one year of experience as a social worker. Starting salary is $21.8524. Job description and application materials may be obtained from: www.co.fillmore.mn.us; Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, 101 Fillmore Street, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 765-4566. Current County application form REQUIRED. Resumes accepted but not in lieu of a completed application. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Applications will be accepted until April 1, 2016. EOE h14,21,28-o FT (30 hrs/wk) Children’s Mental Health Case Manger, Fillmore County, home office in Preston. Responsible for coordinating services for children with SED and their families. Requires bachelor’s degree in social work or related field. Competitive wage and benefits. EOE/ AA Apply: www.hvmhc.org or send to Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, Attn:Peg Walch, 166 Main St., Winona, MN 55987. h14,21-o
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EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Accounting Technician in the Community Services Department, Public Health Division. This is a regular, non-exempt position, eligible for benefits. Minimum Qualifications: Requires minimum of associate’s degree (A.A.) in accounting or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or equivalent combination education and experience. Strong attention to detail is required to be successful in this postion. Desirable qualifications include: knowledge of medical terminology, processing of documents to insurance, and submitting of documents to grants and other agencies for reimbursement. Applicants with knowledge and/or experience with software pertaining to a Public Health unit are encouraged to apply. Rate of Pay: $16.9540/hour according to the 2016 non-union pay scale (Grade 5/ Step 1) with final salary dependent on qualifications. Job description and application materials may be obtained from: www.co.fillmore.mn.us; Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, 101 Fillmore Street, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 765-4566. Current County application form REQUIRED. Resumes accepted but not in lieu of a completed application. Application Deadline: Friday, April 1, 2016. EOE h14,21,28-o Managing Director Chatfield Center for the Arts. The Chatfield Center for the Arts, Inc, a non-profit corporation, is requesting proposals for the services of a Managing Director. The Managing Director will be expected to perform a broad range of activity as the chief and sole non-volunteer member of the Chatfield Center for the Arts. While the responsibilities are broad, the primary focus will be on developing and/ or attracting programming and events, marketing the venue, and fundraising. The Managing Director will be expected to help develop the organization and assist the Chatfield Center for the Arts Board of Directors in building a sustainable organization. A complete proposal will describe the education, training, and experience of the proposer. The proposal will be expected to include a resume and a brief commentary that describes how the Proposer fits the needs of the Chatfield Center for the Arts and the steps the Proposer expects to take to develop or attract programming and events, market the venue, assist in fundraising and to further develop the organization. More information can be found at www.chatfieldcfa.com. Proposals will be accepted until the position is filled. Submissions and questions are to be directed to Search Committee at director@chatfieldcfa.com or 507-867-2927, The Chatfield Center for the Arts, Inc., P.O. Box 451, Chatfield, MN 55923. h14,21-o
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EMPLOYMENT Inside and outside help wanted at Harmony Golf Club. Must be able to work some nights and weekends. Contact Steve or Connie at 507-8865622. h14,21-o CITY CLERK/TREASURER needed for the City of Peterson. Immediate opening! 16-20 hours/week. Application and job description available at www.petersonmn.org or by calling City Hall at 507-875-2222. Position Open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. h21,28-o Join our talented team, where we inspire children to be lifelong learners! One Block at a Time Learning Daycare Center is looking for energetic, highly motivated, dependable individuals to join our team that have a true passion for working with young children. One Block at a Time is a large learning center serving the professional community of SE Fillmore County. One Block has an impeccable reputation as an outstanding childcare center with very nice facilities, friendly staff, and excellent curriculum. We are seeking self-motivated, creative, flexible and hardworking individuals who have a passion for working and playing with children and being rewarded with hugs from children, praise from parents, and getting paid. Interested candidates send a letter of interest to angi.kaase@ isd2198.k12.mn.us. Applications can be obtained at http://www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us or any Fillmore Central School Office. h21-o On The Crunchy Side - in Harmony, is hiring Servers/Bartenders, flexible hours, will train. Apply within ask for Lisa.h21,28,4,11-o On The Crunchy Side - in Harmony, is hiring Kitchen Staff, flexible hours, will train, & wage based on experience. Apply within, ask for Lisa.h21,28,4,11-o Looking to hire motivated individuals to help build wood framed buildings in the Rochester area. Contact 507-429-3713. h21,28,4,11-o Drivers: cdl-a wanted. Guaranteed pay Plus mileage .50/ Mile. $2500 Sign on bonus. Quarterly incentives plus $1500 annual incentive. Attractive and affordable benefits package. 855-902-7681 h21,28-x Historic Scanlan House Bed & Breakfast Inn is seeking parttime housekeepers, starting immediately. Experience preferred, but not necessary. Includes weekends. Wage based on experience. Call 507-467-2158 or 507-2731003. h21tfn-o
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All American Co-op is looking for an Administrative Assistant for our Stewartville office. This position is responsible for a wide variety of duties within a multicompany office setting including invoicing, ACH, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and other general office duties. The right candidate will hold a 2 year accounting degree or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an accounting field. Applicants must be a detail oriented, well organized individual with excellent communication and phone etiquette skills. Applicants must be dependable, self-motivated, and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. View a complete job description at www.allamericancoop.com/employment Send applications and current resume to All American Co-op Attn: Nicole Rowley PO Box 125 Stewartville, MN 55976 nrowley@allamericancoop.com
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The Fillmore County Journal is seeking a creative and talented
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Freelance Writer
The Fillmore County Journal is seeking a freelance reporter to write stories about Houston, MN. We distribute over 1,400 newspapers to every household and business in the Houston Zip Code 55943, and we need a good writer to cover city council, school board, and Houston County government meetings. Feature writing opportunities would be welcome, as well. Freelance reporters will start out at $60 per article, with payper-story increasing after proven success. If you know of a good candidate for this opportunity, please have them contact Jason Sethre at 507-765-2151 or jason@ fillmorecountyjournal.com. Thanks!
EMPLOYMENT FULL-TIME ELEMENTARY TEACHING position at KMS Public Schools, fall 2016. Apply: www.kms.k12. mn.us, job postings or send letter, resume, license and three letters of recommendation to: KMS, Box 168, Kerkhoven, MN 56252 MCAN NOW HIRING Company OTR drivers. $2,000 sign on bonus, flexible home time, extensive benefits. Call now! Hibb’s & Co. 763/389-0610 MCAN CDL A DRIVERS $7,500 sign-onbonus. Medical benefits on day 1 & earn $65k+ your first year!!! Guaranteed pay. 401k with company match & more! Apply online driveformclane.com/goto/ minnesota or call Hollie at 507/664-3038 MCAN LINSMEIER TRUCKING A MN based company is now hiring Owner Operators and Company Drivers to pull hopper bottom in the upper Midwest. Home weekends. Call 320/382-6644 MCAN MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance! Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! www. MyHomeIncomeNow55.com (MCN) OWNER OPERATORS wanted. Paid all miles. No touch freight. Many operating discounts. Family run business for 75 years. Many bonuses and good home time. Direct deposit paid weekly. Call 800-533-0564 ext.205. (MCN) MAKE $1000 Weekly!! Mailing Brochures From Home. Helping home workers since 2001. No Experience Required. Start Immediately! www. centralmailing.net (VOID IN SD, WI) (MCN) Green Lea Senior LivinG in MabeL iS LookinG for SpeciaL peopLe who want to Make a difference.
part-time cook position Responsible for preparing attractive and nutritious meals. Must be customer service focused person who is willing and eager to learn to cook from scratch. Cooking experience in health care or senior setting beneficial but will train. "Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."
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Hurricane news
March 2016
For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.houston.k12.mn.us
Girls Basketball Banquet
The girls basketball team had their awards banquet on Sunday, March 13. Award winners pictured: Gretchen Hill, Alyssa Rostad, Anna Sweet, Cortney Johnston, Kelly Jerviss, Rebecca Lee, Jessica Kitching, Sarah Albrecht, Amber Chapel. Not pictured are Morgan Beckman and Annette Dulek
Austin’s 1,000-Point
Minnesota Department of Education 2016 School Finance Award
Congratulations to Austin Peplinski for earning his 1,000th point in the Hurricane Boys Basketball game on February 11th!
For the third consecutive year, Houston Public Schools has received the Minnesota Department of Education 2016 School Finance Award for FY 2015 Financial Reporting.
Austin went into the game needing just 3 points to enter the BBB 1,000-Point Club. He did that and more, finishing the game with 23 points.
Superintendent Krin Abraham shares her feelings about the award: “We are indeed fortunate at Houston Public Schools to have Gwen Rostad our Director of Finance. It is wonderful that the Minnesota Department Education has recognized the excellence that we see every day.”
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The School Finance Award is awarded annually by the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Division of School Finance, to recognize schools for meeting statutory deadlines for submission of audited fiscal financial data and reporting criteria. Out of 563 eligible reporting entities, 409 met the qualifying criteria for the FY 2016 School Finance Award.
congraTulaTions, gwen and ThanK you for your hard worK and experTise!
PBIS Training
Houston Elementary School has been selected by the Minnesota Department of Education to participate in the Cohort 12 (2016-2017 and 2017-2018) Minnesota School-wide Positive Interventions and Supports (SW-PBIS) Training. PBIS is a framework or approach for helping schools select and organize evidence-based behavioral interventions into an integrated continuum that enhances academic and social behavior outcomes for all students. Training for the staff will being this summer and continue throughout the school year. The Houston High School has been a PBIS school for 5 years.
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Kelly Breaks Records Kelly BreaKs all-Time scoring record!
congraTulaTions Kelly!
At the February 19th basketball game against Leroy-Ostrander, Kelly Jerviss broke the all-time Girls Basketball scoring record for Houston High School. Kelly surpassed Abbey Loken’s previous record of 1,250 points! Also, Kelly Jerviss broke two records this year: 1,000 points and the most points scored in HHS girls BB history. What a year you are having! We are proud of your achievements!
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