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R-P’s last legislative “hurrah” By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Members of the high school Professional Learning Community report to the Kingsland School Board. Pictured are left to right: Steve Tart, Paul Wilson, CJ Boerger, and Jennifer Orth. Photo by Barb Jeffers
Kingsland School District explores idea of additional bus route By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com
The Kingsland School Board met on March 17, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. for its regular monthly meeting. All school board members were present. Consent agenda items approved included the board agenda, minute review of the February 19, 2014 meeting, March 2014 bills, policy review and policy adoption. The board also approved the contract for Principal Chris Priebe. In Public Thank You and Recognition the board recognized St. Jude’s Medical Hospital for a donation of $5,000 for the Robotics Team registration fee. A thank you was given to Pheas-
ants Forever and representatives Neal and Cindy Hinners for a $325 donation to the Trap Team. The Tootie Foster Scholarship was recognized for a $2,500 donation which goes to deserving seniors. State Farm Foundation and Ross Heusinkveld were recognized for a donation of $500 dollars. In Public Comments resident Lynn Kidd approached the board to ask if the school board would be discussing what the agenda or format will be at the Community Meeting Tuesday, March 25, 2014, to which Doug Plaehn replied, “It is not currently on our agenda.” The board then moved on to the next item of business. Kidd commented to the Fillmore County Journal that
he would like to urge residents to attend the Community Meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 7 p.m. in the Kingsland High School Cafeteria. The FFA representatives reported that they have four teams going to state and two individuals. FFA week which included a barnyard, Ag Olympics, pancake breakfast, coloring contest and bowling was a success. Officer interviews for the 2014-15 team were held March 18, 2014 with a vote being held on March 20. The Chapter Banquet is April 21, 2014. The State Convention is April 27-29. In Spotlight on Education, 3rd grade teachers gave a presentation and discussed math See KINGSLAND Page 2
In a continuation of discussion from the March 11 work session, Superintendent Chuck Ehler again sought guidance for the direction of the district in regards to facility improvements and upgrades. In the last six years, R-P has gone through a series of task work sessions, task forces, a dizzying number of legislative testimonies, bonding tours, and a referendum vote which was split in the community. Now, the board is looking to make a recommendation to the community, but not before the district appeared before the House Education Committee March 19. “What direction do you want to go?” asked Ehler. There are currently two bills that could assist the district in funding, but there is little confidence in the outcome. There may be some relief for the district through debt equalization, but it is also
not guaranteed. Some funding is available from the district’s New School Initiative and potentially assistance through the Health and Safety Fund. “I still need to know exactly where the state is at,” responded board member Greg Smith. “I don’t know what to recommend to the public if you don’t have funding. We need to look at all options.” The district is contemplating a major overhaul to the existing facilities, which includes an elementary and high school facility in Rushford and a middle school facility in Peterson. “One problem we have is where do you start and where do you finish,” added board chair John Linder. “We still have an old facility. How much do you want to spend on it? It’s $14-15 million to do what we have to do. Every option is on the table at this point. We’ll know shortly whether or not there’ll be help See R-P SCHOOLS Page 9
Preston calls for hearing initiating TIF process with construction of the necessary infrastructure. The Preston karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com EDA wants to use a TIF district At the March 17 Preston City to help cover some of the cost. Council meeting a resolution The TIF district for the six was adopted to set a public hear- acre property would be capped ing on April 21 regarding a plan at nine years. City Administrato set up tax increment financ- tor Joe Hoffman noted that two businesses are seriously intering district (TIF) number 8. If an industrial park is devel- ested in this location. oped at the southwest corner Mike Bubany, David Drown of the intersection of Highway and Associates, would draw up 52 and Highway 16, there will the plan for the TIF district (estibe considerable costs associated See PRESTON Page 14 By K aren R eisner
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curriculum, I Can Statements, intervention groups, and explained how they are preparing for the MCA’s. Some classes have now gone paperless by having students do work on iPads. The KHS Math PLC group discussed their S.M.A.R.T goal and how they are trying to improve their NWEA MCA math scores. Finance/Facilities committee met and had a conference call discussing the financial planning modeler. The initial cost would be $4,950 plus a yearly fee. The committee had a presentation on the senior class trip and also discussed adding a bus route. It would cost approximately $35,000 a year to have another bus route plus the cost of a new bus if one were to be purchased at a cost of roughly $85,000. The board received a budget update and reviewed the capital outlay update as wel as reviewed the 2014-15 revenue projections. Also, the board received an update on the school calendar and discussed the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program through Best Buy. Curriculum/Personnel met on March 10, 2014. Brianna Musel reported on a proposed senior class trip to Chicago to be held in May. The BYOD program was discussed. Curriculum companies are presenting to the Social Studies Department. A staff member is interested in trying out a course in Science and Engineering to see where it might lead to future classes in the area. The board looked into setting up a space for the new Food Science class that will be offered next year. A report with a comparison chart for offerings
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from the different special education district consortiums was received. They also discussed snow make up days, drafts of next year’s school calendar, and the middle school schedule and transportation. A resignation was turned in for the Activity Director position. Policy/PR met on February 27, 2014. Policy reviews were discussed. Becky Bicknese from Community Ed attended the meeting to talk about renting the facility on Sunday mornings for four hours to hold their church services. They would be responsible for clean up. The school would not be sponsoring or promoting this in any way. This item will be discussed at a future meeting after more information has been obtained. There was an update on the 403(b) grievance. Received information on the BYOD program. A Branding and Marketing committee is being formed by the school.. Mr. Hogberg reported about the success of the solo/ensemble contest at Riverland. Eleven schools participated. Students helped work and clean up as Kingsland was in charge of the event. The Kingsland band received two excellent ratings, seven superior ratings and a brass ensemble received best in site. Vocally KHS received four excellent ratings, 16 superior ratings, and three best in sites. He also reported on the success of the Junior High 5-8th grade solo/ ensemble contest. Principal Hecimovich reported on the formation of an At Risk Student Committee with eight members currently. He also gave an update on the Sanford Deep Underground Research Facility. Registration surveys were taken by students to show their interests in classes for next year. In First Robot-
ics the team competed in the Northern Lights Regional Competition. The team did not fare as well as last year as there were technical difficulties. Ten students paid to take the Accuplacer tutorial My Foundations to help them prepare for the Accuplacer test. Hecimovich met with a representative from Riverland to discuss course offerings. A blood drive will be held on March 26. Midsemester is coming up. A large group contest will be held on April 2, 2014. Discussion on the school calendar took place with Hecimovich asking to have more snow days built in. Hecimovich stated his support for the Senior Class trip. Principal Priebe reported on the Kindergarten and Preschool Open House. Read Across America week was a success with many activities. An update on PBIS program was given. Knights of the Round Table
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! raised over $600 in Pennies for Patients. The W.A.T.C.H. Dogs program continue to strengthen. Whitewater trip is coming up. Superintendent McDonald discussed legislative action and achievement gap reductions. April is Month of the Military Child. Branding and Marketing Committee has had a good response. After much discussion the board approved the school calendar for 2014-15 school year. The last student day will be Friday, May 30, 2014 and the last teacher day will be Thursday, June 5, 2014. The Bring Your Own Device program with Best Buy was discussed. Personnel from Best Buy will attend a future school board meeting to provide additional information. Mr. Priebe and Mr. Hecimovich presented information on Wednesday early outs and the progress of the PLC and RTI
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Canton forgives over-run charges By Liz Giese A resolution to forgive water/ sewer over-run charges was approved at the March 11 meeting of the Canton City Council. There will be no charge for water/sewer over-run for the months of January, February and March due to extreme cold weather. Town Engineer Jon Nordsving reported that there have been no frozen water lines or mains in Canton. Canton Day Off Councilor Cindy Shanks provided an update on the plans for this year’s Canton Day Off celebration in August. The schedule of events is coming together and is available online at www. cantondayoff.com. T-shirts will also be available online. The city is seeking food vendors for the
occasion. If interested, please contact the City Clerk’s office at (507) 743-5000 for more information. The idea of Adopt-a-Planter was suggested for Canton Day Off. There are nine city planters that could be adopted, with responsibilities including planting, watering, decorating and maintaining the planter through the Canton Day Off weekend. The council also discussed the possibility of making it a contest and would like to find out if there is any interest. Contact Lolly at the City Clerk’s Office if you are interested in adopting a planter. Planters will be adopted on a first come, first served basis. Other business Upon review of the EPA
Schieber joins the Law Office of Richard Nethercut 1982 marks the last time a new attorney began to practice law in Harmony, Minn. That was the year a young Dick Nethercut joined George Frogner and George Plowman in their practice. Not long after, Nethercut found himself the only lawyer in town and remained so for the following 24 years. All of that changed last week when Nethercut dusted off the unused desk in the back corner and welcomed Greg Schieber as the newest addition to his law practice. Schieber, originally from Caledonia, Minn., graduated from Drake Law School in Des Moines, Iowa last May. More recently he worked at Hammell & Murphy, PLLP in Caledonia. Schieber has a varied background. He helped milk cows on his uncle’s small dairy farm west of Caledonia until graduating from Caledonia High School in 2004. At the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, he earned a degree in geology. He next took advantage of an opportunity to live and work in Yellowstone National Park as a volunteer with the Student Conservation Association. Upon his return to the Midwest, Schieber worked as a freelance journalist, most frequently contributing to the Caledonia Argus while simultaneously working on a small vegetable farm near Decorah. Other summers were spent working on a ranch near Cody, Wyo., and as a camp director at Camp UniStar near Cass Lake, Minn. At Drake University, Schieber took the core foundation of courses useful to a small town general practice attorney. He focused on
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rules for back-up generators it was determined that Canton does not have any compliance requirements to meet, only testing and maintenance. A motion to “Opt-In” to the Tri-County Electric Peak Alert program was approved. The contract with Municipal Pipe Tool Company for testing and maintenance of the sewer lines was renewed for five years. A contribution of $100 to the Mabel-Canton Post Prom was approved. Construction will begin again on the old liquor store building as soon as the weather improves. The next regular meeting of the Canton City Council is on Wednesday, April 9 at 7 p.m. dents and businesses.” Nethercut has no plans to retire anytime soon, and will continue to counsel his clients regarding real estate, probate, trusts and estate planning, business planning, tax and municipal law. With Schieber’s help, they will also be able to expand services to other areas including family, criminal, and personal injury law, legal matters related to agricultural law and regulation, and other general legal matters. Schieber is licensed in both Minnesota and Iowa. “I am very thankful to have an opportunity to work with Nethercut in the coming years,” Schieber explained. “I anticipate he will be an excellent mentor and a fun person to work with.” About the transition, Schieber states that he is most excited about meeting people in the local community, exploring local businesses and attractions, and adopting Harmony as his new home. “I see this as an opportunity of a lifetime,” Schieber emphasized. “I look forward to serving the legal needs of local citizens, helping the community stay vibrant, and building lasting friendships.”
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C ommentary “Bullying” By Yvonne Nyenhuis In America chances are, if you are bullied as a child, you will grow up to be a comedian. Groucho Marx told about a swimming pool that was “closed” to Jews. He observed that his wife was “gentile”. He asked, “Does that mean our kids can go Yvonne into the water Nyenhuis half-way?” Essentially bullying is about the need to make others feel “small so that we can feel bigger.” The tools are fear and intimidation. I was taught that like snowflakes, we are all unique. We are each one of us a piece in life’s puzzle and are a necessary part of the whole picture. In 9th grade I attended public school for a year, 15 miles north of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania. Algebra posed a problem for me and for my teacher who didn’t like me. In front of the class she accused me of cheating.. I shot back, “If I was cheating I would have aimed for a grade higher than forty on my test!” The Principal, Dr. Saw, looked like “Mr. Fatback” in the Lil Abner comic strip. He was corpulent, totally bald and resembled a pig. He sometimes wore riding pants and carried a riding crop, most likely left over from when he was in the cavalry at the beginning of the second world war. He decided to grace those of us who were languishing in Mrs. Lenard’s class with his expertise. About six of us turned up Monday morning at 7:30 p.m. and gathered around the boardroom table next to his office. Dr. Saw sat at the head of the table and proceeded to teach us a system that was outdated Editorial Cartoon
and bore no resemblance to what was being taught in our class. I looked around the table at the circle of faces. No one understood what he was saying and no one was about to admit it. I finally said for the second time that I didn’t understand what he was saying. At which point Dr. Saw rose from his seat, his huge face turned bright red, the veins in his head were about to burst and he yelled at me uncontrollably. I calmly got up and left the room. Later that morning I was called to the Principal’s office. My classmates acted like I was being called before the inquisition. They whispered among themselves. They figured at the very least I would be suspended. Actually “Mr. Fatback” had decided on a more conciliatory approach. He apologized for losing his temper. I was required to go to summer school for six weeks to make up my flunking grade. The summer class was held in the high school by their Principal. Suddenly algebra was not so difficult. I passed with a “B” average. In appreciation I hand-painted a tie for my teacher. I was into painting horse heads on ties at that time. I’m sure it was dreadful but at least he knew I was grateful. In the late 50’s I lived and worked in Florida. I returned from visiting my family in Pennsylvania aboard a Greyhound bus. In North Carolina we made a comfort stop. For the first time in my life, I was confronted with “White Only” and “Black Only” signs. The restrooms and drinking fountains were segregated. I made my way to the lunch counter to order a sandwich and chose an area that was deserted. I was ignored. No one came to wait on me. Finally I went to the front and made my presence known. The waiter said coldly, “You were in the wrong place!” In the 50 years since, I have gone over in my mind what I should have
said should have done. As it was I was dumfounded. I paid for my sandwich and took it back with me to the bus. Forty years ago I worked the night shift in a plastics factory in North Minneapolis. It was an enormous building where plastic housing for John Deere machinery, wash baskets, book shelves and Kemps ice-cream buckets were made. The “ovens” looked like freight trains. Instead of smoke stacks there were funnels. Material handlers would climb a ladder with a forty pound bag of colored plastic pellets which they would pour into the funnel. One night I came upon a girl who was in tears. She had been working on a machine that made red plastic housing for John Deere. There was a lot of “flashing”, excess plastic which had to be trimmed. It was hard for her to keep up with the pace of production. She cut her hand at the base of the thumb with the utility knife. The Foreman took her to a doctor to have stitches. Then he brought her back and put her on a machine that made shelves. Two shelves were produced in each cycle and had to be retrieved at just the right moment and placed on a table to cool. Every time the girl grasped the shelves it would pull on her fresh cut and stitches. I called the Foreman and told the girl to refuse to do the job he had given to her. I asked her later what he said. Unbelievably, he grinned fiendishly and said that “he just wanted to see how much she could take!” In my late 20’s I found myself unemployed and decided to try going to an agency. I asked if it was possible to be an apprentice to a studio that did fashion illustration. I was sent to an address. I emerged from the elevator and found myself in an open lounge area surrounded by offices. There was only one man on the floor. I summed him up as
he approached me. He was probably under 30, somewhat round, with dark eyes, thick dark curly hair and wearing a white shirt and a black tie. He offered me a seat on an orange plastic settee and a small glass of Mogen David wine. He launched into a conversation about some women take other jobs while they’re waiting for the right opportunity to surface. He advised modeling. “Some women model gloves and shoes.” He suggested that I should model bras. He carried this a bit further by asking me to strip to the waist to see if I was qualified!” ( I’m not making this up!) “I’m qualified,” I assured him, “but you will have to take my word for it!” I finished the last sip of wine and walked out. I was furious with the agency for setting me up but I decided it would be a lesson in futility to complain. Presently there is a bill before our Minnesota state government to combat bullying and harassment in our schools. It seeks to clarify what we mean by “bullying”, offers resources where victims can find counseling, refuge if necessary and suggests solutions to resolve the problems. It further empowers those in authority to take action. The quality of education in our schools will determine the future
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of our country. A good education is a matter of national security. We can’t expect our children to learn in an atmosphere of fear and intimidation. Anyone who is concerned can contact our State representatives or key in on the internet for more information. (jheyer@outfront.org)
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Government this week •Monday, March 24, Chatfield City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m. •Monday, March 24, City of Rushford City Council meeting, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. •Monday, March 24, Spring Valley City Council meeting, City Hall, 6 p.m. •Tuesday, March 25, Fillmore County Commissioners meeting, Fillmore County Courthouse, 9 a.m. •Tuesday, March 25, Fillmore Central School Board meeting, 6:30 p.m. Schedule subject to change.
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C ommentary One Moment, Please... Forming habits for the better By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal Cell: 507-251-5297 jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com I’ve had quite a few people ask me how the family energy challenge has been working out, so I wanted to provide an update. On Monday, February 3, 2014, I published a commentary titled “One M o m e n t Jason Sethre Please... A Family Energy Challenge.” As I mentioned in that commentary, if our children could help us reduce our energy consumption they would receive funds that would have otherwise been paid to Tri-County Electric Cooperative. After publishing my commentary, I received an e-mail from Brad Pecinovsky of TriCounty Electric Cooperative. He shared some valuable information with me regarding our personal energy consumption at our household in Fountain. He even included a chart of our
energy consumption and dollars spent dating back about three years, so I could compare yearover-year. And, as I reviewed my TEC electric bill, I noticed that our average outdoor temperature last year in February was 20 degrees compared to 10 degrees this year. Honestly, it felt colder outside than 10 degrees on average for the month of February in my opinion, but that’s what my TEC bill stated. With colder temperatures, that means that the furnace is working overtime to keep the house heated at whatever temperature we set the thermostat. And, of course, while our furnace runs on gas, it does require electricity to blow the heat throughout the house with a forced-air system. All things considered, I conducted a search on the Internet posing the question, “how much electricity does an appliance use?” And, I found all of my answers on www.energy.gov. I wanted to figure out where we could have the greatest impact on reducing our electricity consumption, and here’s what I found.
Personal Computer and Monitor: [(120 Watts + 150 Watts) × 4 hours/day × 365 days/year] ÷ 1000 = 394 kWh × 11 cents/kWh = $43.34/year Aquarium = 50–1210 Watts Clock radio = 10 Coffee maker = 900–1200 Clothes washer = 350–500 Clothes dryer = 1800–5000 Dishwasher = 1200–2400 (using the drying feature greatly increases energy consumption) Dehumidifier = 785 Electric blanket (Single/ Double) = 60 / 100 Fans Ceiling = 65–175 Window = 55–250 Furnace = 750 Whole house = 240–750 Hair dryer = 1200–1875 Heater (portable) = 750– 1500 Clothes iron = 1000–1800 Microwave oven = 750– Can you believe how much electricity a clothes iron, toaster and a hair dryer use compared to other appliances? Quite a shocker to me! So, I guess eating un-toasted bread while walking around in wrinkled clothes with wet hair can actually save you money. Hmmm... something to
1100 Personal computer CPU - awake / asleep = 120 / 30 or less Monitor - awake / asleep = 150 / 30 or less Laptop = 50 Radio (stereo) = 70–400 Refrigerator (frost-free, 16 cubic feet) = 725 Televisions (color) 19” = 65–110 27” = 113 36” = 133 53” - 61” Projection = 170 Flat screen = 120 Toaster = 800–1400 Toaster oven = 1225 VCR/DVD = 17–21 / 20–25 Vacuum cleaner = 1000– 1440 Water heater (40 gallon) = 4500–5500 Water pump (deep well) = 250–1100 Water bed (with heater, no cover) = 120–380 consider.
The Results The results came in the form of our monthly bill, and I do have some good news. Over the course of the month of February, all of us in the household paid closer attention to lights being left on when nobody was in the room. We turned off computers when not in use. In general, we were all more alert to what was consuming energy and questioning whether it needed to be powered down. The end result was that our energy consumption dropped 46 percent in February compared to January for the same number of comparable days. And, both of our children ended up splitting $44.34, so they each received $22.17. Some people may say that we as parents should just tell our children to turn off the lights, TV, computers and everything else that “wastes electricity”, and expect that they will do that. We’ve been doing that every day for years, just like our parents did when we were kids. But, I wanted to illustrate with this allinclusive family experiment that we are either giving that money to the utility company or keeping it for ourselves. Our children appreciated earning that extra money, and I hope this experiment resonates with them on a more permanent basis.
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Taking It Further This winter has been hard on all of us and our properties. We have seen higher gas and electric bills. And, we’ve seen communities with freezing pipes, prompting at-risk homeowners to run a pencil-sized stream of water from their faucet day and night. Talk about high utility costs! This winter has eaten up a lot of disposable income for homeowners, farmers, and business owners across the board. And, with our freezing temperatures this winter, I know our family spent more time inside our house using electricity for things like TVs and computers. When it’s below zero, people just don’t want to spend a whole lot of time outside. With this particular winter, as I felt like we were burning money on utilities, I started to explore alternative energy sources. And, while an estimated 300,000 people live “off the grid” in the United States, it seems to be at great expense. I explored geo-thermal, solar power, wind power, and any other forms of alternative energy production I could find on the Internet. The reality is that we live in a home built in the early 1900s in Fountain, and we’d never see a return on our investment with many of the aforementioned “off the grid” upgrades. Yes, we’d save money on utilities, but we’d have to live in that home for a long, long time to justify the investment of many alternatives energy sources. It’s unfortunate, but true. Maybe things will change in the future. A Lifestyle Change Managing our personal energy consumption is no different than managing our health. It’s a lifestyle, which comes with good and bad habits. We choose how we want to live. We have to be prepared to change the way we do things in order to get different results. It takes a more conscious effort to see significant change, and then you have to commit to doing it that way all the time. While our one month experiment was a good test for our family, and it did work out favorably, I do hope that we continue down that path of better personal energy management. If not for the sake of the environment, then maybe for the sake of keeping some of our hard-earned dollars.
Chihuahua Neemo is a CUTE and lively 7 year old, 7 lb Chihuahua. He loves to play and cuddle up and be held as normal Chihuahua behavior. He is always trying to play with his fellow foster dogs. The only time you will hear him bark is when he is trying to get someone to play with him and no one is listening. Neemo is going to make a very fun companion! For more information on adopting Neemo visit our website: www.smalldogsminnesota.org Small Dog Rescue of Minnesota 3853 Columbus Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55407 www.smalldogsminnesota.org.
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Winslow attends National Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference in the top four of the competition. All of the Collegiate Discussion Meet competitors in the AFBF YF&R contest receive a $250 scholarship from the CHS Foundation. As a Final Four competitor, Winslow will receive an additional $1,000 scholarship. Winslow attends the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities where she is majoring in majoring in agricultural education. “I was very honored to represent MFBF in the national Collegiate Discussion Meet competition,” said Winslow. “I am excited to utilize what I learned about other Young Farmers & Ranchers pro-
Young farmer leaders from Minnesota attended the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Young Farmers and Ranchers (YF&R) Conference held in Virginia Beach, Va., February 7-11. Katie Winslow of Fountain in Fillmore County was among the more than 1,000 participants who attended this conference. Collegiate Discussion Meet Winslow was also the winner of the MFBF Collegiate Discussion Meet and competed in the National YF&R Collegiate Discussion Meet on February 8-9 competing against 52 other collegiate members. Winslow finished
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County; Joe Sullivan from Renville County; and Katie Winslow – MFBF Collegiate Discussion Meet winner from Fillmore County. Minnesota Farm Bureau – Farmers•Families•Food is comprised of 78 local Farm Bureau associations across Minnesota. Members make their views known to political leaders, state government officials, special inter-
grams from across the nation.” AFBF YF&R Committee Miles and Sarah Kuschel from Sebeka in Cass County were officially appointed to their two-year term on the AFBF YF&R Committee at the conference. The AFBF YF&R Committee is in charge of planning YF&R competitive events, identifying programs and potential speakers for the AFBF YF&R Leadership Conference and taking part in committee meetings. The Kuschels served on the Minnesota YF&R Committee from 2008-2011 and Miles served as the chair in 2011. They ranch with Miles’ parents and grandparents, along with their three children near Sebeka. Attendee Highlights Participants heard from Dr. David Kohl from Farm Credit University, Virginia Secretary of Agriculture Todd Haymore, Smithfield CEO Larry Pope and motivational speaker Steve Gilliland. Attendees also toured farms and agricultural businesses around Virginia Beach. Conference attendees included: Pete Henslin – MFBF YF&R Committee Member from Dodge County; Miles and Sarah Kuschel – AFBF YF&R Committee Members from Cass County; Hannah Molitor – MFBF YF&R Committee Member from Stearns
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When I started to write this, it was a beautiful day at the end of February…one of the few above zero with no wind or snow!! I decided to dust off my X-country skis and try out the snowmobile trail in the ditch, made especially for me. As I’m sailing down the ditch, (sure I am) my neighbor Following graduation with her opened the window and shoutMSW, she began her post gradu- ed out that my skiing looked ate training for licensure through like a gold (it was right during the Navy’s highly competitive the Olympics)…at least I stayed Health Service Collegiate Program upright! This was the winter we (HSCP). savored any nice day because the Chelsea completed one year of next day a blizzard could blow clinical rotations at Mayo Clinic in...and it did! in Jacksonville, Fla. as well as the Lake City Veterans Hospital where Be Green she focused on treatment of PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and substance abuse disorders. Chelsea became a licensed clinical social worker in 2013 after completing 2,000 hours of clinical training to meet licensure through the state of Florida. LTJG Larro is currently an active duty officer serving at Chelsea R. Larro the Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan Chelsea R. Larro of Preston, where she works as a therapist in Minn. received her commission outpatient mental health. as an officer in the United States She is a 2004 graduate of Fillmore Navy, Medical Service Corp. After Central High School and daughter Main Ave., Harmony • 507.886.7469 completing her Bachelor’s degree in of Ralph and Candy Larro of rural Held psychology (honors) from Mankato Preston. She is the great niece of Over! State University, she was accepted Helmut and Ruth Miehlisch of Friday, March 28 .................... 7:30pM to Loyola University Chicago for Lanesboro. Saturday, March 29 ............... 7:30pM her Master’s Degree in social work. Sunday, March 30 .................. 7:30pM
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Now we’re nearing the end of March…the Vernal Equinox has come and gone and the skyscraper tall snow drifts along the roadside have melted down so we can see over them once again! Winter is finally letting go. When we step out the door a warm wind blows, we hear the happy sounds of spring and also the smell of spring is in the air. The seasons are changing, which is one of the best parts of living here. (I sure hope the robins don’t need three snows on their tails for spring to actually come.)
With the new flower and seed catalogs arriving daily, it’s a perfect time to sit down with a cup of coffee and page through them, dreaming of the first day that we will actually be able to get out and dig in the dirt. But first things first…we have to take inventory of what is left in the freezer from last summer….my husband is a firm believer in depleting all of last years frozen produce before the new garden starts to grow. Since asparagus is the first to peak out of the ground and give us the first taste of spring, the frozen asparagus will be the first to go. I have the perfect recipe in which to use asparagus….a crustless asparagus quiche. It is perfect for a brunch…easy and soooo delicious.
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2 C shredded Swiss cheese salt, pepper, ½ C half & half ½ C mayonnaise 3 eggs 2 T flour ½ tsp. seasoned salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1/8 C dried onion 1 C diced ham 1 C diced asparagus – fresh or frozen (thawed) Mix eggs, half & half, mayo, flour and onion with mixer. Stir in cheese, asparagus and ham. Spray 9-inch pie plate to prevent sticking and pour mix into pie plate. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until knife comes out clean when tested. Yield: 6-8 servings
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Monday, March 24, 2014
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Rushford Village looks to projects By Kirsten Zoellner In a surprisingly short meeting, March 18, the Rushford Village Council covered details of sizeable amount of projects slated for the 2014 summer season with Public Works Director Bob Thieret. Citing nearly 50 items on the list, the number of workable hours for the recently added second public works position was at the center. The city had budgeted $15,700 or 887 hours for the position, currently held by Evan Meier. To date, $13,144 or 661 hours remain after a heavy start to the workload with additional seasonal plowing. The funds have been set aside for the entire year, but Thieret is seeking to make the position 30
hours a week in an effort to reduce the project schedule. Under that scenario, the budget will allow for just over 22 weeks of work. However, the city requested that at least a week of that be set aside for late 2014 plowing needs, leaving 21 weeks. The projects include road and shoulder repair or widening, culvert repair or debris removal, fire hydrant repair and flushing, signage upgrades, meter reading, seeding, and brush clearing. Thieret intends to look into rental of equipment for major roadside brush clearing in an effort to save costs. In 2013, the work was done by Norby Tree Service. However, the workload, which Thieret
has scheduled for 84 days this summer, may prove too much. Work by the second public works employee is subject to benefits if over 1,000 hours worked or a specific dollar threshold. In in a related topic, the city approached Thieret with suggestions for rural garbage and recycling pickup. At the last meeting, it was noted that the city is seeing an $18,000 increase annually in cost from services rendered by Harters Quick Clean Up Service. The company and city agreed to a contract under the new terms, but both acknowledged that the contract could be reviewed and potentially modified if cost savings can be found.
Considerations such as a hydraulic lift on a trailer or using the dump truck and loader were discussed, both which would see garbage and recycling brought to the Village Hall for collection by Harters. It’s estimated that there are 125-150 rural stops within the Village. The driving time of these stops, as opposed to loading time, were noted as the biggest expense, and led to the discussion of having the Village do their own pickups of the rural stops. Councilor Todd Baker, however, noted that there may be little cost savings once the city has gone through the hoops of setting up Minnesota PCA-approved equipment and securing proper licensure, including hazardous waste. The city will continue to look at cost savings measures.
The next regularly scheduled meeting is Tuesday, April 1, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com had two facilities task forces met and came up with the same Continued from Page 1 results. If we’re going to stay in from the state, but ultimately this building, let’s get at it. This [we] have to make a decision.” is our last hurrah with the leg Board member Taylor Peter- islative process. We can’t afford son questioned whether or not to sit and wait. It’s a tough the district could do something position as a board. Nobody has similar to other districts that that crystal ball.” are conducting upgrades with “The last vote [was] very little to no tax increase. “They encouraging,” added Smith. started with what they need- “There’s definitely support to do ed most. They’re not beating something. We just have to find around the bush,” suggested the right something.” Peterson. “Thinking back on “It’s important to keep mova new school, all the money ing forward,” added board that was spent on architects member Angela Colbenson. and engineers; in six years, we’d “Whether we fix up, build new, have a darn good start. We keep or build a portion of new, we exhausting people with votes. need to keep putting options in We’ve got to start something.” front of taxpayers and let them The district, which has no decide.” current debt and had not had Also discussed at the March a bond issue since 1967, has 17 board meeting were potential had two referendums in the changes to evaluation method last decade. “I understand the for the superintendent. Curconcern,” noted Ehler. “We’ve rently, the district uses a model
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Monday, March 24, 2014 format from the Minnesota School Board Association. At least two board members, Julie Koop and Taylor Peterson, liked the idea of using evaluation by staff in addition to the current method of evaluation by board. “It’s a tool the school can use to try and help evaluate and direct [the] superintendent in the right goals,” noted Koop. The MSBA does not recommend having staff review the superintendent and several of the board members felt the process could be opening a can of worms for the district. In the area, only one district, LaCrescent-Hokah, uses this method. “My concern, long-term, is that at some point we’ll be hiring a new superintendent and I don’t want them to cater to every teacher’s needs. They have to be a leader and make tough decisions for the benefit of the school district,” noted Colben-
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to avoid paying a tax penalty,” said MNsure interim CEO Scott Leitz. “Consumers could pay 1 percent of their total taxable income or $95, whichever is greater—and that penalty will increase from year to year. I urge Minnesotans to know the facts and to get covered before March 31.” The penalty for 2014 is determined by using the greater amount of either: •1 percent of your yearly household income. Only the amount of income above the tax filing threshold, for example $10,150 for an individual, is used to calculate the penalty. For example, an individual whose total taxable income is $50,000 will pay a $400 penalty if they do not enroll in health insurance coverage by March 31. Or; •$95 per person for the year ($47.50 per child under the age of 18), up to a maximum of $285 for a family in 2014. The penalty is sometimes referred to as a “fine,” an “individual responsibility payment” or an “individual mandate.” All of these terms refer to the same thing. The next open enrollment period begins on November 15, 2014. More information about MNsure and the health care mandate can be found on the MNsure website at this link: https://www.mnsure.org/ individual-family/mandate/.
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son. A motion to make the method a two-part evaluation was defeated 4 to 2. For now, the board will table the matter, pending further review of current practices, and revisit it at the April meeting. The Budget and Finance Committee has been renamed the Fund Balance Committee, but for now, budgeting will remain in the hands of the district administration. There was an effort to have budget preparations incorporate whole board. In that scenario, the committee, led by superintendent, would bring a recommendation to board for discussion and changes. “Ultimately, what I’m trying to get at entire board should be involved in setting amounts for things we have to budget for,” noted Peterson. The majority of the board disagreed. “It’s our job to approve
it. I don’t think we need to go through setting amount,” responded Smith. “We hire the superintendent to be our financial advisor. Basically, he’s our CFO. I’d like to get a budget, look at it, and approve it. It works if we trust our superintendent, which I do.” “I’ve done school budget and it’s a lot of details,” added Colbenson. “I understand both points of view, but I don’t think we need to get into the nitty gritty as a whole board. I’m not afraid to ask questions if I have them.” Colbenson recommended that the district provide budget assumptions in January, during the organizational meeting, prior to the setting of the budget in June. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Monday, April 21, at 5:30 p.m., in the high school biology room. The public is encouraged to attend.
“LOCAL MOTION” Makes local connections through bold experiences LANESBORO, Minn. -- Join Lanesboro Local for a delectable and adventurous dinner auction in support of local food and goods. On Saturday, April 12 at 5 p.m. at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, Lanesboro, this fundraising event will auction off a load of local edibles, food-related adventures, artisan goods and wildly entertaining local living experiences. The evening kicks off with home-grown music and tasty flavors from around the area. Next, Local Motion will serve up a locally-sourced gourmet dinner followed by a most original and fun auction. Tim Penny’s band will return to support Lanesboro Local. During the social hour from 5-6 p.m. you can dance to the harmonizing vocals of their classic 60s and 70s rock’n roll tunes. The Local Motion live auction and silent auction is your chance to bid on the unique talents, foods and artisan goods that were collected through generous donations in the local area. An outstanding series of personalized dinners will be auctioned, where you and a
group of friends will be hosted in unique settings – a rooftop terrace, in a flower garden, while wearing costumes or with a surprise guest. A local gourmet dinner begins with a fresh “Four Flavors” salad made with greens grown by Liz Belina. The salad course is followed by saucy meatballs served with garlic and cheese along with chive mashed potatoes, and also accompanied by a roasted root medley. The grand finale of Schaum Torte will be topped with whipped cream from Kapper’s Big Red Barn and Mary’s Rhubarb Sauce – a bit of local heaven. The Local Motion fundraiser reflects the commitment of Lanesboro Local to recognize the valuable local talents and goods that are given to this charitable event. Reserve your tickets now. Just $30 for the evening of local music, dining and auction delights will reserve your place, and also includes a one year Lanesboro Local membership. Reservations can be made through Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center at 888.800.9558 or info@ eagle-bluff.org.
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Fillmore County Sports Trojan boys take second at state By Paul Trende After back-to-back state appearances, and back-to-back third place finishes, with their top six players returning off the 20122013 squad, the 2013-2014 RushfordPeterson’s boys’ basketball season, for all intents and Paul Trende purposes, finally began after defeating Goodhue in the Section 1A final. There is no doubt seniors Jorli Hauge, Seth Thompson, and Austin O’Hare, and juniors Cole Kingsley, Alex Vix, and Charlie Krambeer, had anticipated a return to Minnesota’s prep big-dance all season long. Once they got there, they did what the Trojans do and won. They exorcised one demon, but fell just short of being Class A basketball saints. Quick Start Leads R-P Past ACGC The past two seasons, the Trojans (29-1, 3-seed in state tourney) have been money in the state quarterfinals at Williams Arena, beating Prairie Seeds Academy (2012) and Lakeview Christian (2013). The 2014 state experience started similarly. R-P got off to a good start versus AtwaterCosmos-Grove City (21-7, Section 2A Champs). Austin O’Hare, Cole Kingsley, and Alex Vix each nailed three-pointers in the opening 2:30, giving the Trojans a 9-0 lead. Rushford-Peterson would lead the duration. ACGC got within one a trio of times midway through the first half. The intermission score was 34-31. Three and a half minutes into the second half, the Trojans led 42-37 only to expand that lead with a 7-1 run (49-38). ACGC got as close as five (58-53) with 6:31 left, but R-P answered with a game-clinching 7-0 run. They boasted their biggest lead (65-53) with 4:51 left and prevailed by a final of 71-63. Kingsley led the way. The junior point guard scored 11 of his 18 points in the first half (8-11 FG’s, 4 rebs, 3 assists). O’Hare hit four of seven three-pointers and tallied 14 points (5-10 FG) to go along with 5 assists. Jorli Hauge posted a double-double (13 pts, 10 rebs, 3 assists) while also being efficient from the field (5-7 FG’s). Seth Thompson and Alex Vix each added 8 points. Both teams shot well; R-P 27-51 (52.9%), ACGC 24-47 (51.1%). The Trojans held an edge from lost distance; 8-20 (40%) to 3-18 (16.7%). ACGC was 1-10 in the second half. R-P forced the Falcons into 21 miscues (the Trojans had 12) which led to a critical 23 to 10 edge in points off turnovers. In a harbinger of things to come, the Falcons won the glass battle 33 to 22. They were led by 6’4” freshman center Gabriel Eisenbacher (18 pts, 7-8 FG’s, 7 rebs). Senior guard, and leading scorer at 22 points per game, Taylor Larson, was held below his average (15 pts on 6-15 shooting). Sophomore forward Colton Minnick added 13 pts (6-10 FG’s) and junior point guard Brody Larson 7 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists.
Down to the Wire with MCA Each of the past two seasons, the Trojans have fallen in the state semifinals. Last year, it was to Maranatha Christian Academy, 61-46. The two teams met in the same spot this year, with R-P extracting a bit of revenge on the Mustangs (26-3, Section 4A champs). They punched through to the state title game. It wasn’t without a lot of nail-biting and a near buzzer-beating finish. The Trojans again started quickly, 11-3. MCA’s offense struggled to solve R-P’s defense early. The Trojans would build a 24-10 first half advantage, courtesy of an O’Hare three-pointer at the 3:44 mark. At the half, courtesy of a Kingsley shot just before the buzzer, R-P led 29-19. The Mustang’s offensive effort noticeably picked up in the second half. They made a run keyed by guard Damario Armstrong. After missing their first three shots, and falling behind 33-19, MCA then made four straight and 7 of 12 total field goals. Armstrong found senior guard Josh Goldschmidt for the last of those makes at the 9:41 mark to culminate a 10-1 MCA run. It trimmed the Trojan lead to just 40-38. It was the beginning of an alternating set of surges. R-P staved off the spurt by scoring the next four points (4438), only for MCA to surge again with six straight points to make it 44-44 with 5:16 left. R-P then got a three-point play from Kingsley. A possession later, Jorli Hauge blew a bunny, but rebounded his miss and redeemed himself. The 5-0 Trojan run gave R-P a 49-44 lead with 3:01 left. MCA then went 7-2, getting a couple free throws, an Armstrong lay-up, and then another Armstrong to Goldschmidt 3-pointer. With 1:50, the game stood tied at 51. On R-P’s next possession, Kingsley drove strongly, his calling card, but missed a lay-up. O’Hare used every inch of his slender 6’4” frame to rebound the miss and put it back in. It gave the Trojans a 53-51 lead with 1:26 remaining. The stretch run was as dramatic as it was scoreless. On the ensuing possession, MCA got two cracks at the tie (misses) before R-P cleared the rebound (0:36). O’Hare (a 74% FT shooter) was eventually fouled (0:20), but he missed the front end of a one-and-one. The Mustangs came down and Goldschmidt then got two cracks at the tie or lead. He missed a mid-range jumper, but rebounded his miss only to leave a quick put-back basket short. R-P again cleared (0:06) and was fouled. Jorli Hauge (a 65% FT shooter) then missed the front-end of a one-and-one. In the final five seconds, MCA got the ball up the court and Goldschmidt launched a fading game-winning three from the wing with O’Hare in his face. It was no good. Armstrong had a desperation offensive rebound put-back (that may or may not have counted) that also couldn’t connect. O’Hare’s basket at the 1:26 mark thus proved the winner. R-P moved the Class A title game with a thrilling 53-51 win over MCA. O’Hare (14 pts, 4-6 FG’s, 4-5 FT’s) and Kingsley (13 pts,
6-9 FG’s, 8 rebs) led the R-P charge. Alex Vix added 9 and Hauge 8. R-P again shot well, 21-41 (51.2%). They made a concerted effort to get close-in looks that netted them a 34-16 points-in-the-paint advantage. MCA made 18 of 45 FG’s (40%). R-P also won the turnover battle (12 to 8; 8 to 2 in the first half). They again were out-rebounded 29 to 21. They also got beat from deep, as MCA went 7-16 (43.8%) from range, R-P 3-12 (25%). The Mustangs were led by Goldschmidt (13 pts all in the second half, 3-6 three’s, 5 rebs), Armstrong (12 pts, 3 assists), and Jake Meyen (11 pts). Jeremiah Hanson, MCA’s leading scorer at 24 points per game, netted just seven (3-11 FG’s). No Holding Down Goodwin and B-B-E After back-to-back state games of holding an opponent’s top scorer in check, and surviving being on the wrong end of the rebounding battle (a height disparity), those two things, in combination with a slow start and a rough finish, finally conspired to spell R-P’s demise. In their state title battle of 30-win 1-loss teams with Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa (#1 in state, 30-1, only loss to AAAA Apple Valley), R-P (31-1) spotted the Jaguars an 11-0 lead. The Trojans frenziedly rallied, and at halftime had erased the deficit and then some. They led 25-21. In the second half, Jaguar senior forward James Kuefler attacked from the high post, netting eight of B-BE’s first nine points. His last field goal tied the game at 30. Then Jaguar senior guard Brian Goodwin, a 2,000-point scorer and Mr. Basketball finalist, took over. After a solid 10 point first half, he scored 13 straight points for B-B-E through the middle part of the stanza. At the 6:30 mark, Jorli Hauge authored a bucket that tied the game at 39. It was R-P’s last field goal. B-B-E finished the game on a 13-1 run to win the 2014 Class A state title game by a final of 52-40. Junior guards Vix (12 pts) and Kingsley (11 pts, 4 rebs) led R-P. O’Hare added 7 points and 6 rebounds. That trio was named to the All-Tournament team. The Trojan defense couldn’t hold down Goodwin. He finished with a game-high 24 points (10-15 FT’s), 10 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals. Kueffler scored all 10 of his points in the second half while adding 9 rebounds. Billy Borgerding added 9 points and 7 rebounds. B-B-E critically out-rebounded R-P 42-20. They played seven guys, five 6’2” or better; Goodwin (6’4”), Kuefler (6’4”), Borgerding (6’7”), Nick Benton (6’4”), and Trey Heinsius (6’2”). Their size made things difficult all the way around for the Trojans, who played just one post player (the versatile 6’4” Hauge). Passing lanes were condensed. The windows to get shots up in the lane and on the perimeter were smaller. Clearing a defensive rebound was a chore; 19 of B-B-E’s rebounds were offensive. As Coach Tom Vix put it, his team was ‘vertically challenged.’ The foul situation didn’t help R-P either (19
to 11 in B-B-E’s favor). Thus, there was a free throw discrepancy (B-B-E 15-24, R-P 7-15). Most critically, Kingsley, R-P’s best playmaker, picked up his fourth with 9:05 left. The student section even brought out the ‘we want Marshall!’ chant, a reference to Rochester area official Marshall Behrens. But in an extra aggressive, scratch-and-claw game for all the marbles, the officials were also scratching and clawing (to call the game as best they could). R-P got bested by a bigger team and a star player who took over. The Dynasty Lives On The tough loss obviously stung, particularly for senior three-year players (starters) Jorli Hauge, Austin O’Hare, and Seth Thompson. But a 31-2 record, a conference title, and a state runner-up, all in one season, are major accomplishments. Moreover, in each year of their careers from sophomore to senior, the trio helped set a new record for wins by an R-P team (26-6 to 28-4 to 31-2). They, and the rest of the senior class (Ryan Ruberg, Ross Anderson, Tyler McLellan, and Hudson Stensgard), posted a three-year cumulative 85-12 record (an 87.6 winning percentage). They have two state third place medals and a state runner-up medal. Only players from Minneapolis-DeLaSalle (three straight state titles) can boast more impressive collective hardware. R-P and the Islanders are the only two squads to finish top three in state the past three years. Going forward, the Trojans look to make it four straight. With Kingsley, Vix, Charlie Krambeer, and Noah Carlson, Jacob Merchlewitz, Kyler Paulson, and Zach Vix, plus players off an undefeated B-squad (and of course the R-P coaching staff headed by Tom Vix), the Trojans will again be dynasty-worthy in 2014-2015.
Trojans Girls Section Runners-Up
One thing is for sure. The Rushford-Peterson girls (23-4, 1A East champs) can’t look back at their sec-
tion title game with Goodhue (24-5, 1A West champs) with regrets about one or two plays that didn’t go their way. The game didn’t boil down to a play or two. Goodhue lived up to the first four letters of its name. They clinched a trip to state by thoroughly handling R-P. In girls’ basketball, teams that can score the ball easily, that have multiple offensive weapons, and those that are athletic, are tough to beat. The Wildcats are all of the above. Rankings sometimes don’t mean much, but Goodhue lived up to their #1 spot in the state polls. R-P led ever so briefly, 4-3 after some nice offensive rebounding work early. The Wildcats responded with 8 unanswered points in less than a minute to lead 11-4. The Trojans hung around, trailing 22-14 at about the 7-minute mark, but Goodhue ended the half on a 16-4 run. They led 38-18 at intermission. The lead quickly ballooned to 20 and then 30 in the second half. The final was 75-38. A trio of Wildcats got into double figures, standout senior 2,000-point guard Mikayla Miller (21 pts, 9 rebs, 4 stls), eight-grader Sydney Lodermeier (12 pts, 4 rebs, 2 stls, 2 blks), and Shelby Hinsch (12 pts, 3 blks). Wildcat coach Josh Wieme played an eight girl rotation and all eight scored (in crunch time). For R-P, freshman Brianna Koop finished off her excellent first varsity season with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Goodhue held down Kendra Crawford (7 pts), swarming her when she drove. It was only the second time this season she was held below 10 points. Sierra McNamer and Keela Brand also had 7 points, Brand (a 5’4” forward) 11 rebounds. Thirty turnovers killed R-P. Their excellent 23-5 season comes to an end as Section 1A runner-up. It is the most wins for an R-P girls’ team in ten-plus seasons. They’ll lose senior starters, Crawford, McNamer, Brand, and Hope Morrison. With only one junior on this year’s roster, next year’s team will be very sophomore and junior heavy.
Some of the Just For Kix dancers participated in the Timberwolves basketball game pre-show on Sunday, March 16. Pictured Left to Right: KayLeigh Wangen, Dakota Wangen, and Skyler Check. Photo by Kari Berg
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mated cost of $8,000). After the public hearing on April 21, the council will make a decision as to whether or not to establish the TIF district. Other Business in Brief •The city will contribute $4,000 (which has been budgeted) for the Trout Days fireworks. The total cost of the show is $5,000. The Fire Department has contributed $500 to the show in the past and the other $500 has come from donations. A motion to approve the contract with J & M, the forgoing of additional insurance, and the issuance of a permit was approved. J & M provides insurance that exceeds tort limits. •A cooperative agreement was approved with Fillmore County on the county’s 2014 project to resurface and make improvements to CSAH 17 (St. Paul Avenue) from CSAH 12 (Fillmore Street) to the south bridge. The agreement spells out the responsibilities of the county
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and of the city. Hoffman noted the cost share is what the city has anticipated and what the city was made aware of about a year ago. •Preston has been a Tree City for 29 years. April 25 was proclaimed as Arbor Day in the city of Preston. The Tree Board will hold a tree planting ceremony on that day. •Approval was given to pay $100 for membership to the Preston Area Chamber of Commerce. The Preston Public Utilities also paid $100 for their annual membership dues. The Chamber has planned a “Preston Pride Clean up Day” for April 26 for the beautification of the city. This is a new activity organized by the Chamber. •The National Trout Center (NTC) will be asked to report on their first quarter expenses at an April council meeting as requested by Councilman Robert Maust. •There will be a special city council meeting on March 31 to hold a public hearing on the proposed Dairy & Farm and Gehling Auction annexation.
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By Abigail Hanson As many of you were probably in FFA or FHA, you may understand what goes into planning the events of the year. For those of you who don’t know, many hours go into planning the Miller Invitational, FFA Week, Abigail Hanson 4th Grade Farm Safety Day, the Annual FFA Banquet and many other smaller things. As the FFA President, I am in charge of much of the planning and can tell you first-hand that it isn’t an easy task. Lining up workers, set-up times, equipment, catering, a guest list, etc. is a lot of work and demands the support of many people. With such a small FFA, all members are needed to put on our events. Whether we need someone to bring the sheep to the Miller Invitational or gates to the petting zoo, everyone must do his/ her share for these events to run successfully. We also have to be able to multi-task for these events since we are such a small group of FFA members. This means that I may have to take pictures, serve food, and score judging cards all in one day, just to get through the
day. Throughout my FFA career I have held the office of Assistant Officer, Secretary and now President. All of these offices have included leadership, hard work and a lot of time and effort. I myself have not been able to do all of the planning and work alone! I have to give credit to all of the active members of the M-C FFA, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Miller, Jerry Tesmer, FFA alumni, the students and staff at Mabel-Canton, and everyone else that has helped out. Every little thing helps since one pan of bars or a file from the computer can really make the difference between success and failure. As the year comes to a close, we are planning the Annual FFA Banquet to thank our supporters and to recognize the accomplishments of the FFA members. Each year we give out awards to those most involved and also to those who helped sell the most fruit. We are proud to be able to run such a successful and rewarding FFA in our small town. I hope that it will continue in the years to come. Abigail Hanson is a student at Mabel-Canton High School. She is one of 8 area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its fifteenth year.
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Lanesboro Barn Dance to be held March 29 The Lanesboro Barn Dance begins its twentieth season on Saturday March 29 at the Sons of Norway Hall in Lanesboro, Minn. It starts at 8 p.m. and runs until 11 p.m. with an admission charge of $7. As always, the Lanesboro Barn Dance will feature traditional square dances, big circles and couples dances like waltzes, polkas and schottisches. Square and circle dances will be taught and called by Paul Tyler, “Dr. DoSi-Do” an experienced and well respected caller Chicago. Paul is also a fine musician, a teacher at Chicago’s Old Town School of Folk Music, the largest and most prestigious organization of its kind in the country. Tyler
also has a PhD in folklore and was the music supervisor for the PBS program “The Hayloft Gang”, a documentary on the National Barn Dance radio show from Chicago radio station WLS. Old time string band music will be furnished by fiddler Tim Foss from Viroqua, Wis. and local favorite Bob Bovee on guitar and harmonica. A frequent guest musician at the Barn Dance, Foss has played with such regional and local bands as The New Bad Habits, The Combine and the Foghorn Stringband, touring Europe with the latter. Although it’s good to know right from left before you come,
Preparation is key to successful blood donation Mabel American Legion, Mabel on Monday, March 31 from 2-7 p.m. – Healthy individuals are needed every day to maintain an adequate blood supply for patients in need. Once a donor has made the commitment to give blood, it is important to take a few simple steps to prepare and to help ensure a good donation experience. The Red Cross recommends: •Getting a good night’s sleep. •Eating a good breakfast or lunch. •Drinking extra water and fluids to help replace the volume you will donate. •Avoid caffeinated beverages. •Eating iron-rich foods to boost your iron level. “Donating blood is an easy way to help others and only takes
about an hour of your time,” said Bev Williams, Mabel Blood Drive Coordinator. “The Red Cross encourages donors to give blood each time they are eligible; every 56 days for whole blood donations and 112 days for double red cell donations.” How to Donate Blood Simply call Bev Williams at 507-493-5284 or 507-450-0992 to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High
no other knowledge or experience is required. All organized dances are taught and you don’t need to bring a partner. This is like the old-fashioned barn dances that were once the mainstay of entertainment in this part of the country. Just come prepared to have a good time. The 2014 Lanesboro Barn Dances are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. For more information: www. boveeheil.com or call 507-4985452. school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. About the American Red Cross Governed by volunteers and supported by giving individuals and communities, the American Red Cross is the single largest supplier of blood products to hospitals throughout the United States. While local hospital needs are always met first, the Red Cross also helps ensure no patient goes without blood no matter where or when they need it. In addition to providing nearly half of the nation’s blood supply, the Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster, trains millions in lifesaving skills, serves as a communication link between the U.S. military members and their families, and assists victims of international disasters or conflicts.
An essay on biodiesel can yield college cash SAINT PAUL, Minn. – The American Lung Association in Minnesota is seeking entrants to the 2014 Clean Air Choice® Biodiesel Scholarship. The scholarship is open to any Minnesota high school senior and offers a $1,000 1st place and $500 2nd place award to the winners of a
brief (1,000 words or less) essay contest about biodiesel, a cleanerburning alternative fuel produced and used in Minnesota. The scholarship is sponsored by the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council. Rules and an online entry form can be found at www.cleanairchoice.org.
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Obituaries Willis “Willie” J. Cambern Willis “Willie” J. Cambern, 73, of Fountain, Minn., died Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, Minn. Willie was born June 28, 1940 in Preston to Daniel & Evelyn ( S m i t h ) Willis “Willie” C a m b e r n . J. Cambern He attended school in Preston, where he graduated from Preston High School in 1958. He served in the United States Army from 1963-1965 as a cook & baker. During Army service he was stationed in Anchorage, Ala. when the 1964 earthquake took place. On October 23, 1965 he married Leona M. “Beezie” Jech at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rochester, Minn. Willie & Beezie owned and operated Willie’s Grocery & Locker in Fountain since 1972. Willie’s warm and inviting smile, gift of gab, and genuine love and interest in his customers made him a community icon. Whether you came for a ring of Bologna, or a conversation full of baloney, chances are you left with a smile on your face after spending time with Willie.
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While he was very proud of his store, Willie’s greatest joy came from time spent with his family. His grandchildren were the light of his life. His is survived by his wife of 48 years, Leona of Fountain; daughter Kimberly (Ken) Anderson of Crosslake, Minn. and son Darrin (Sarah) Cambern of Fountain. Grandchildren: Alyse, Riley, and Ella. Also surviving are brothers Daniel (Marjorie) of Fountain and Ernest of Preston and many loving nieces and nephews. Willie enjoyed polka music, whistling, and helping others. He loved the community of Fountain. He served as the Fountain Fire Chief from 1965-1975. He often connected with children that came into the store, referring to them as future customers. Willie is preceded in death by his parents, and infant sister. A funeral service celebrating the life of Willie was held Sunday, March 23, 2014 at the Fountain United Methodist Church with Rev. Deanna Woodward officiating. Willie was an active member the church for many years. Burial with military honors was accorded by Fountain American Legion Post 492 at the Fountain Lutheran Cemetery. Willie’s family wishes to extend their deepest thanks and gratitude to all the staff at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield for the outstanding care and support given to Willie and his family dur-
ing his final days. Carl E. Covey Carl E. Covey, age 59, passed away peacefully on March 16th, 2014. Carl enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren. If he wasn’t spending time with family, you could often find him riding his mot or c yc le , camping, or fishing. Carl Carl E. Covey is survived by son, Leonard (Stacey); daughter, Julie (Jeff); exwife and friend, Phyllis; six grandchildren; six brothers and three sisters; and many other loving family and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Irene and Leonard. Private family memorial service to be held at a later date. Kay Christine Hines Laging Kay Christine Hines Laging, age 74, of Preston, Minn., passed away Wednesday evening, March 12, 2014, at the Spring Valley Care Center. Kay was born August 18, 1939, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn., the daughter of Sidney and Kay Christine Frances (Wil- Hines Laging
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liams) Hines. Kay’s father was a professional musician and she traveled summers with her dad and mom as he played at various venues. She spent time in New York City where her dad’s band won the Arthur Godfrey Talent Scouts program and pig-tailed Kay got Julius LaRosa’s autograph. Kay graduated from Rochester High School where she was a member of Choral groups, International Relations, Girls Club, Annual, Rifle Team and Student Council among others. She began a lifelong interest in the Spanish language and attended a summer session at the University of Mexico in Mexico City with good friends, Marcia and Kathy. Kay was attending Rochester J.C. while working part time at the Rochester Methodist Hospital and playing shortstop for the telephone softball team when she met Jon Laging. Kay and Jon were in a group of hospital friends and eventually started spending more and more time together. She married Jon in 1961 at the Congregational Church in Rochester. In 1962 they had twin sons, Christopher and Keller. The family moved to Sioux Falls where Jon was personnel director at McKennan Hospital and Kay was a strong advocate for the hospital. Then to bedroom community, Dell Rapids, S.D., where Kay started attending South Dakota State University, majoring in History. She belonged to the local Art
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Club and directed plays at OOPS the Dell Rapids theatre group. Kay was a portraitist and did many likenesses of friends and relatives including a special portrait of her grandmother which did a wonderful job of capturing her character. She worked for a time at Northwestern Bell while in South Dakota and was the Dell Rapids Children’s Librarian. Kay and Jon moved to Tucson, Ariz., where Kay was able to use her Spanish language skills. Then to Salina, Kan., where Kay opened her antique shop in downtown Salina. After 12 years in Salina, Kay and Jon moved back to Minnesota to be near their aging parents. Kay again had an antique shop in their 1889 building in Preston. She contributed to the Preston community in many ways; belonging to the Preston Historical Society, active in the DFL and was on the steering committee of the group that protected Preston’s environment. Kay was a good, smart and interesting conversationalist and a joy to talk to. She enjoyed contributing to Jon’s book and columns. In her later years many happy evenings were spent with friend, Ann, playing scrabble. Both were winners. She gives her love to good friend, Marcia. A week last summer working in the shop was a special time with her sons and grandchildren. During her lifetime it would make her See OBITUARIES Page 16
Fillmore County Church Directory Fillmore County Journal • Preston MN 507.765.2151 Perfect Glossy • Preston MN 507.251.5297 A rendahl Lutheran Church....………………………Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2477 Assembly Of God Church.….………………………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 & 9 : 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 Services.…………………………Sundays - 10 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Elstad Lutheran Church...……………………………Sundays - 8 : 30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church....……………………Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church..……Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 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 - 9 : 00am 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
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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) 765 -2546 Harmony United Methodist Church..……………..Sundays - 10 : 30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henry town Lutheran Church.…………………………Sun. - 10 : 30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist..….....Saturdays - 9 : 30am 217 W. Jessie St., Rushford (507) 993-8328 Highland Prairie Lutheran Church.……………….Sundays -10 : 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 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.……Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 30am 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 R iver Church of the Brethren ………………Sundays - 10 : 00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4772 Root R iver Community Church …………………Sundays - 10 : 30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074
Studio-A-Photography • Preston MN 507.251.6372 Visit Bluff Country • Preston MN 507.765.2151 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 - 9 : 30am 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 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 Marys Catholic Church....….......Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 11: 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthews 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 ………………………...…Sundays - 8 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480 St Paul Lutheran Church..………Sun. - 10 : 00am & Wed. - 7: 00pm 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul’s Lutheran Church...……………………....Sundays - 10 : 30am Harmony, MN 55939 (Big Springs) (507) 886-8175 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 Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church………………Sundays - 10 : 30am 204 South St, Ostrander, MN 55961 (507) 657-2203 Union Prairie Lutheran..……………………………Sundays - 9 : 00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363 United Methodist Church.…………………………Sundays - 8 : 30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352- 4136 Valley Christian Center…………………………....Sundays - 10 : 00am 610 Territorial Rd Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 W halan Lutheran Church..………………………….Sundays - 9 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398
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day to see that Chris was doing OK and to spend time with Keller. A smile would come to her face whenever she saw a loved one. Kay was a wife who was everything a wife could be to her husband, Jon. She loved her family dearly. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Jon; sons, Christopher and Keller; daughterin-law, Michele; grandchildren, Hunter and Tracy; as well as loved cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Sidney and Frances Hines. The funeral was 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at the Congregational Church UCC in Rochester with Rev. Teresa Roberts officiating. Spring burial will be in the Chatfield Cemetery. Albert Langdon Albert Eugene Langdon, age 91, died March 6, 2014 at the Spring Valley Senior Living. He was born August 2, 1922 to James & Lucy Langdon, in Rowan, Iowa. A l b e r t attended Rowan Public School graduAlbert Langdon ating in 1940, where he was an outstanding outfielder on the baseball team. After graduation he farmed with his dad and spent one summer performing with the Joey Chitwood Auto Thrill Show until enlisting in the Army. After his discharge, he married Ione Stadtlander on July 6, 1945. They started farming on their own and in 1960, purchased the farm near Ostrander where they raised grain and livestock. After retiring from farming he worked as a farm machinery mechanic for Biel Implement in Spring Valley and Hadland and Osterud, Inc. in Ostrander, Minn. He and Ione raised three children, Bruce, Kent and Carol. A WWII veteran, he was a paratrooper, Riflemen 745 qualified sharpshooter with the M-1 rifle, performed reconnaissance ahead of advancing troops and radioed the information back to company headquarters. He was awarded the European African Eastern Theatre Ribbon with one battle star Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman badge and good conduct medal. He was a Civil Air Patrol member and enjoyed flying his Luscombe two seat passenger airplane. As a CAP member, he helped man the ambulance at the local race track and provided search and rescue assistance. He
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loved riding motorcycle, owning a Harley when first married and later purchasing a Honda that he rode until the age of 82. He was happiest when he could help out his neighbors with mowing, snow blowing and mechanical repairs and spent many hours working in his yard. He especially enjoyed shooting pool with friends and family, stock car racing, fishing, playing Canasta, 500, Hearts and Rummikub. His granddaughters were his pride and joy and he and Ione spent lots of time caring for them in Oshkosh, Wis. He was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church and a lifelong member of the American Legion and VFW. In 2011 he took the final Honor Flight trip out of Rochester to Washington, DC. He was preceded in death by his parents, step mother Sena, wife Ione, three sisters and two brothers and granddaughter, Rachel. Survivors include his children: Bruce and Donna Faye Langdon, Ash Flat, Ariz., Kent & Diane Langdon, Oshkosh, Carol and Roger Sanford, Spring Valley, and two granddaughters. Memorial Services for Albert Langdon were held 11 a.m. March 22, 2014 at Faith United Methodist Church in Spring Valley with the Rev. David Lieder officiating. Burial will take place in the Spring Valley Cemetery in the Spring. Visitation was held one our prior to the service at the church. Kenneth William McBride Kenneth William McBride, 84, of Preston, Minn., passed away peacefully Monday, March 17, 2014, at his residence. Kenneth was born February 12, 1930, on the family farm in rural Olmsted County, to Kenneth William & William Emma (OldMcBride e n b u r g ) McBride. He lived most of his life in the rural Preston area. He attended school in Chatfield. He married Eva Schoppers on June 12, 1955 at the Sumner Methodist Church. Kenneth worked hard all of his life. He enjoyed his work on the family farm. He also worked in the maintenance department for 28 years at Seneca Foods in Rochester, Minn. He was a member of the Local 199 Food Workers Union and a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Chatfield, Minn. He and Eva loved to travel. They traveled from coast to coast
visiting friends and family. They also traveled to Alaska. He loved to read and spend time with his grandchildren. Kenneth is survived by five children; Sheila McBride of Preston, William “Bill” (Sheila) McBride of Preston, Sandra Erickson of Preston, Matthew McBride of Lake Crystal, and Curtis (Michelle) McBride of Preston. Grandchildren: Heather, Kenneth, & Jacob McBride. Jairus & Collin McBride. Mitchell, Ashley, Sam, Emma, & Danny McBride. April Knipe. Amber Erickson. Great Grandchildren: Joey & Christian Knipe, Taylor Waller, Corbin McBride, Kyra McBride. Kenneth is also survived by two brother in laws: Jim Shorter, Lewis (Kathy) Schoppers. Sister-in-law Eurmadele Schoppers. Many nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Eva, brother Wesley McBride, and sister Doretta Shorter, and infant brother Fred. Funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 20, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, with Pastor Preston Paul officiating. Linda Olson Linda Olson, age 72, of Spring Valley, Minn. passed away Saturday, March 15, 2014 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn. Linda Lee Ramaker was born January 23, 1942 in Spring Valley to Winfield and Valoy (Frankson) Ramaker. She was baptized March 22, 1942 in Cherry Grove, Linda Olson Minn. and confirmed November 3, 1963 in the Lutheran Confessions of the Faith. On June 7, 1963, Linda was united in marriage to Vince Olson by Rev. E.G. Winckler at First English Lutheran Church in Spring Valley. Linda was very involved with the First English Lutheran Church, being active in the LWML, Mary Martha Bible Study, church council office, and singing in the choir. History and genealogy, camping, family gatherings, reading, traveling and wintering in Arizona, sewing, quilting, and being a member of the Blue Bird Association were all interests of Linda’s. Linda is survived by her husband, Vince, of Spring Valley; children, Tim (Tammy) Olson of Spring Valley and Tomi Kay (Dan) Best of Apex, N.C.; three grandchildren, one great grandson; six sisters, Twyla Hellickson of Spring Valley, Dianne (Steve) Bicknese of Wykoff, Minn., Mary Ann (Steven) Schultz of Spring Valley, Yvonne (Randy) Kraling of Spring Valley, Yvette (Jeff) Halvorson of Rochester, and Cris Ramaker of Rochester; seven brothers, Dean (Diane) Ramaker of Stewartville, Minn., Thomas (Lynette) Ramaker of Spring Valley, Steve Ramaker of Wykoff, Clair (Sheri) Ramaker of Wykoff, Donovan (Sheri) Ramaker of Stewartville, Richard (Margaret) Ramaker of Spring
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Valley, and Gene (Jeannette) Ramaker of Spring Valley. She was preceded in death by her parents, Winfield and Valoy, sister, Billi Snyder, and 2 brothers, Neil Ramaker and Mark Ramaker. Funeral services for Linda Olson were 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 20, 2014 at First English Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, with Pastor Loel Wessel officiating. Burial took place in Spring Valley Cemetery. Gordon Burdette Tienter Gordon Burdette Tienter, 87, of Chatfield, Minn. died Friday, March 14, 2014 at Regina Medical Center in Hastings, Minn. Gordon was born June 25, 1926 in rural Preston to Harry & Emma (Rueber) Tienter. Gordon He attendBurdette ed country Tienter school. In 1945 he entered the Army and served as a cook in Philippines and Korea. On April 23, 1948 he married Jean Baker at the Methodist Church in Elgin. He attended Dunwoody Institute in Minneapolis. The couple moved to Chatfield where he worked at the Chevy garage. They then moved to Rochester, Minn., later returning to Chatfield to work at Rollies Hardware. The family then moved to Frontenac, Minn. where he managed the Methodist Camp. In Elgin he was a custodian at the elementary school for 17 years. The couple returned to Chatfield in 1998. Gordon enjoyed taking many trips from coast to coast & Canada to visit family. His love was music. He played the guitar, harmonica, accordion, and always included his grandkids & family. He also enjoyed driving, fishing & camping trips, and card games. He was also fond of spending winters in Arizona after his retirement. Survivors include his wife, Jean of Chatfield; three children: Debra (Allen) Ringer of Pine City, Minn.; Dennis (Sherryl)Tienter of Plainview, Minn.; and Rebecca (Eric) Wisted of Winona, Minn.; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one brother, Leland (Carolyn)
Tienter; and many special nieces and nephews. Gordon is preceded in death by his parents, four sisters & four brothers. A memorial service celebrating the life of Gordon was held 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 21, 2014 at the Chatfield United Methodist Church with Rev. Debra Jene Collum officiating. Janice E. (Simonson) Winch Janice E. (Simonson) Winch of Rockford, Ill., passed away from a sudden illness on March 8, 2014. Janice was born on March 2, 1931, in La Crosse, Wis., the daughter of J. A. and Lucille (Nelson) Simonson and was a 1949 graduate of Janice E. Preston High (Simonson) School. After Winch Luther College, marriage to Charles Winch and relocation to Illinois, Janice was a substitute teacher for many years in the Harlem School District. She was proud of her childhood Norwegian roots in Minnesota — “Uff da!” Janice and Charlie shared many memorable trips together and wintered for over 25 years on Lido Key in Sarasota, Fla. Janice was a loving and caring lifelong partner in marriage to Charlie for over 62 years, a very dear family-oriented mother to daughter Patricia and she relished doting on her grandson Erik. Janice was a longtime bike rider, frequent walker, sunset enthusiast, lutefisk lover, pursued a health-conscious lifestyle and always believed in “doing the right thing.” She was an avid fisher lady from the waters of Canada to the shores of Florida. Janice is survived by her husband Charles of Rockford, her daughter Patricia Kollberg of Loves Park, grandson Erik (Megan) Kollberg of Omaha, Neb., brother James (Rita) Simonson of Preston, Minn. and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Jerome and Lyle Simonson and sister Alta McCarthy. Memorial service will be held 1 p.m., Saturday, April 19, 2014 at Union Prairie Lutheran Church in Lanesboro, Minn., with Pastor Paul Thompson officiating.
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Farmers and ranchers will celebrate National Ag Day on March 25 USDA Minnesota Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Debra Crusoe encourages everyone to take a moment to appreciate the hard working farmers and ranchers in Minnesota on March 25, National Ag Day. This year’s theme is “Agriculture: 365 Sunrises and 7 Billion Mouths to Feed.” USDA is proud to stand behind the producers who rise before dawn 365 days a year in order to put food on the table for 7 billion people. “We recognize the importance of agriculture and hope that the
recent passage of a new Farm Bill is a sign that 2014 will be a ‘banner year for the industry,” said Crusoe. There is no better way to show our support for farmers and ranchers than to begin implementing a new Farm Bill - legislation that will provide farmers, ranchers and consumers alike supportive results.” While the American economy is rebounding and gaining strength, the agricultural economy has remained strong and at its best. Looking ahead, the U.S. has seen a trend towards aging farmers; however, according to
the recent Census of Agriculture, the nation is beginning to reverse that trend. There is an increase in the number of farmers under the age of 35. And although the agriculture industry promises a bright future, many farmers and ranchers are still recovering from natural disasters that occurred this year, including the continuing drought. Fortunately, these producers were still able to grow the commodities that Americans rely on in order to remain a food-secure nation. Our farmers and ranchers have also continued
their legacy of protecting natural resources and environmentally sensitive land through the use of conservation programs. Please join FSA in celebrating America’s farmers and ranchers – a selfless group of individuals who make up less than two percent of the world’s population. They feed our country and make our nation secure. And, they supply quality foods to the rest of the world’s seven billion people. From the clothes we wear, the foods we eat, the fuel we burn and the agricultural byproducts
we use daily, American agriculture adds to the quality of our lives. None of the contributions of U.S. farmers and ranchers should be taken for granted, because no one can live without agriculture. Ag Day is a project of the Agriculture Council of America. For further Ag Day information and events visit www.agday.org. For information on programs administered by FSA, please contact your local FSA office or visit us online at www.fsa.usda. gov.
Commonweal Theatre Company announces 17th annual Al Ibsen Festival LANESBORO, Minn. — The Commonweal Theatre Company announces its 17th Annual Ibsen Festival April 11-13 in downtown Lanesboro. Named for Henrik Ibsen, the acclaimed “Father of Modern Drama,” the festival is a celebration of Scandinavian theatre, visual art, music and dance, centered amidst the opening of Commonweal’s annual Ibsen production. This yearly gathering of artists and craftsmen was honored in 2008 by the Norwegian Government, who awarded the Commonweal Theatre one of only four inaugural International Ibsen Scholarships in recognition of its ongoing commitment to producing the works of Ibsen, one of the world’s premiere playwrights. The highlight of this year’s festival is the world premiere adaptation of Ibsen’s Brand. The action of the play focuses on fundamentalist Pastor Brand and his desperate search for a new model of humanity. With his faith being constantly tested, Brand remains steadfast in his ideal of “all or nothing” and risks everything in his quest for spiritual perfection. Brand is adapted by Minneapolis playwright Jeffrey Hatcher, directed by Executive Director Hal Cropp and features resident ensemble member Jeremy van Meter in the title role. The cast also includes
Commonweal resident ensemble members David Hennessey, Megan Pence, and annual company members Gary Danciu and Ana Hagedorn. The production team will be led by Stage Manager Bailey Otto and Production Manager Thomas White. The script for Brand is the fifth Ibsen adaptation created for the Commonweal by Jeffrey Hatcher. Hatcher is a renowned American playwright whose credits include “Compleat Female Stage Beauty”, “Scotland Road” and “Three Viewings”, and adaptations of Jean Anouilh’s “To Fool the Eye” and Henry James’ “Turn of the Screw”. This world premiere production is part of a series of new versions of Ibsen’s plays developed by Hatcher and the Commonweal for the American stage, beginning with John Gabriel Borkman, “An Enemy of the People”, “Pillars of Society” and last season’s “A Doll’s House”. The Ibsen Festival offers events and presentations throughout the weekend to satisfy a variety of interests. Guests may attend lectures, film presentations, musical concerts, and artist displays. The Commonweal is proud to welcome Dr. Mark Sandberg and Mr. J.P. Rosensweig to present two special lectures. Professor Sandberg is joint-
ly appointed in the Department of Scandinavian and the Department of Film and Media at the University of California, Berkeley, where he has taught for 20 years. He is also the current President of the Ibsen Society of America and a member of the International Ibsen Committee. He has a book forthcoming from Cambridge University Press entitled Ibsen’s Houses, a study of Ibsen’s use of architectural metaphor throughout his writing. His lecture for the festival entitled Brand’s Homelessness presents material from that book. J.P. Rosensweig teaches philosophy at The Philosophy Institute, which he founded in 1999. The Philosophy Institute is dedicated to bringing philosophy into our society and our lives. He received his B.A. from Yale University, graduating Phi Beta Kappa, and spent a year at the University of Cambridge as a visiting scholar. He received his M.A. in Philosophy from the University of Chicago, and spent five years in the Ph.D. program, before founding the Institute, and starting to write philosophy in his own voice. He was recently a guest professor at Colorado College, and is currently writing a book of philosophical explorations. Rosensweig’s talk will explore some of the key philosophi-
cal issues in Ibsen’s Brand, namely, the factors that lead people to follow seemingly extreme religious leaders, often at the cost of developing their own individual religious identity. Ibsen Festival Events officially begin Friday evening, April 11, at The Commonweal Theatre featuring a performance of Brand. The events of Saturday, April 12 will be highlighted with a presentation showcasing the Ibsen-inspired work of international award-winning jewelry designer and goldsmith Liz Bucheit. Ms. Bucheit of Crown Trout Jewelers in Lanesboro will showcase her “Ibsen Adorned” collection. Influenced by her Norwegian ancestry and trained in traditional silversmithing, Bucheit will speak about how Ibsen’s complex characters influenced her creative process. A
reception for the artist will follow a presentation of the work. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural fund. Funding for Commonweal Theatre’s programming is provided in part by a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature, a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, and private funders. A complete schedule of Festival events is available at www.ibsenfest.org. For more details, including information about schedules, tickets, and other Commonweal programs, visit www.commonwealtheatre.org or call the Box Office at (800) 657-7025.
Public Assistance Fraud Program producing staggering numbers In June of 2013, Social Service directors and the sheriffs from Goodhue, Winona, Fillmore, Houston and Wabasha got together to come up with a new plan for working welfare fraud cases in those counties. For the last 10 years, one civilian had been working the cases for those counties. Last year, it was decided by social services directors that it should
be placed back in law enforcements hands where it once was years ago. There was just enough money to put together one position for all five counties. It was decided on in June of 2013 that an investigator would be housed in Wabasha County. An experienced detective was assigned the task and started working with human services in each of the five counties. As of January 1st 2014, the Wabasha detective worked on over 200 cases which resulted in over $600,000 in savings that was stopped in giving out to people. Some of these included: people that were not reporting income, people living with someone that was not reported or not even living in the county in which they said they were. Wabasha County Sheriff Rod-
ney Bartsh commented, “We believe that we are just beginning to scratch the surface of what’s been going on. Our detective has a huge area to cover and is relying a lot on information that he receives from the public as well as from the financial workers in each of the counties that he is working. Law enforcement is excited to be a part of the system again. We remain compassionate to those who need some assistance. This program and our detective’s mission is to stop those abusing the system that you are funding!” People wishing to report possible welfare fraud can contact Detective Mike Lavigne directly at 651-564-0122 or by email at mlavigne@co.wabasha.mn.us. You can also use the anonymous online tip at http://crimestoppersmn.org/.
In the photo: State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) is pictured with Mabel-Canton High School student Hannah Nolte. Nolte recently served as a “Page for a Day” in the Minnesota House High School Page program. Photo Submitted
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Lanesboro Area Chamber of MDA requesting specialty crop grant proposals Commerce & Tourism appoints Deadline for submissions is April 30, 2014 ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Min- ning up to three years and rang- and vegetables, and investments new executive director nesota Department of Agriculture ing from $10,000 - $100,000. directed toward the development
LANESBORO, Minn. – Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism (www.lanesboro. com) announced today that Dee Slinde has joined the LACC as the new Executive Director, effective March 1, 2014. Dee Slinde comes with a wealth of executive level experience in the manufacturing, retail, hospitality and education fields, most recently in Partner Development/Corporate & Community Relations for prestigious Cardinal Stritch University. Dee comments, “I’m excited to be serving LACC Members and promoting the unique experience that is Lanesboro. It has an amazing blend of complementary/cooperative business practices in the immediate and broader “Trail Towns”
area, and is a living example of the national trend towards more sustainable, localized communities. Arts, nature, unique shopping, romantic getaways and Rhubarb Festivals...what more could a person want? I am fortunate to be joining the community, and look forward to assisting our Members with their business needs.” Angie Taylor, the new LACC Board President said, “Dee will bring a new energy and focus to the LACC. With her broad business and marketing background, she will have a greater understanding of the challenges and concerns our members face, and will bring many new ideas and solutions to accomplish the Chamber’s goals. We are excited to have her come aboard.”
Harmony Just For Kix Dance Team
Eighteen Just For Kix dancers from the Harmony Just For Kix Teams competed in the Together We Dance competition Saturday March 8, 2014 at Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa
First Place was awarded to the Middle Kix Dancers performing to the song, “Some Nights”. Back Row: Madelyn Haugen, Coach Kari Berg, and Alida Berg. Front Row: Alyssa Schibursky, Ashley Himli, and Taylor Willford
(MDA) is accepting grant proposals for specialty crop research and development. A federal block grant from the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service was authorized under the 2014 Farm Bill and the MDA anticipates funds for farmers. The goal of the 2014 Specialty Crop Block Grant (SCBG) Program is to increase specialty crop competitiveness. The USDA defines specialty crops as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture). Non-profits, government agencies, universities and other organizations involved in Minnesota agriculture are encouraged to apply for funding to support new and on-going innovative research. MDA is seeking proposals span-
SCBG projects may not benefit individual businesses or organizations. “These are not business development grants, the funds must address sector-wide opportunities or barriers,” said MDA program manager, Brian Erickson. MDA Commissioner Dave Frederickson makes a strong case for continued support of diversifying our agricultural economy, “Specialty crop production and marketing provides opportunities for Minnesota farmers to diversify their operations.” Frederickson said, “Research into production and marketing of non-traditional agricultural products will benefit many Minnesotans.” Examples include nursery and turf crops, direct-marketed fruits
of the local food systems to help get those products from farm to table. MDA is accepting applications from eligible entities submitted electronically by 4 p.m. April 30, 2014. Project review will be provided by an independent panel with experience growing, marketing, researching and promoting specialty crops. For a copy of the Minnesota Specialty Crop Block Grant RFP/ Grant Manual, grant application guidance and a fillable application form, go to http://www.mda. state.mn.us/grants/grants/specialty.aspx CONTACT: Michael Crusan, MDA Communications - 651201-6629 - michael.crusan@state. mn.us
St. Patrick’s Day weekend leads to more than 495 motorist arrests ST. PAUL — Extra DWI patrols for St. Patrick’s Day weekend resulted in the arrest of 495 motorists for DWI, according to preliminary reports from Minnesota law enforcement agencies. As of 9 a.m. Monday, March 17there were 420 arrests, with an additional 75 arrests between 9 a.m. Monday and 6 a.m. Tuesday morning. Officials with the Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety say the arrest count will rise as additional DWI arrest information is submitted to the agency. “Driving drunk puts the driver and everyone else on the road in danger,” says Sgt. Jacalyn Sticha of the Minnesota State Patrol. “There is no reason to get behind the wheel when you have had too much to
drink. Always plan ahead for a sober ride.” Each year, alcohol-related crashes account for one-third of the state’s total traffic deaths. Preliminary numbers show there were 390 traffic deaths and 25,426 motorists are arrested for DWI statewide in 2013. To-date in 2014 is off to a deadly start. There have been 58 traffic deaths, four more than this time last year. Tips to Prevent Drunk Driving •Plan for a sober ride – designate a sober driver, use public transportation or a taxi cab. •Make plans to stay at the location of the celebration. •Offer to be a designated driver or be available to pick up a loved
one anytime, anywhere. •Buckle up – the best defense against a drunk driver. •Report drunk driving – call 911 when witnessing impaired driving behavior. Be prepared to provide location, license plate number and observed dangerous behavior. Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety is an anchoring partner of the state’s Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) traffic safety initiative. A primary vision of the TZD program is to create a safe driving culture in Minnesota in which motorists support a goal of zero road fatalities by practicing and promoting safe and smart driving behavior. TZD focuses on the application of four strategic areas to reduce crashes – education, enforcement, engineering and emergency trauma response.
Chatfield Center for the Arts announces upcoming April events
Third Place was awarded to the Mini Kix Dancers performing to the song, “Make It Shine” Back Row: Chloe Labonne, Addison Hershberger, Kelcy Nagel, Hadley Yoder, Kaylee Arndt, Kendyl Kraling, and Coach Kari Berg. Front Row: Lauren Mensink, Kjerstiana Corson, Olyvia Willford, Layda Lee, Daio Mohs, Malia Tessum, and Marissa Topness JFK performances allow dancers to “shine” and be part of something bigger than themselves. All dancers receive ribbons and first and second place teams win plaques. Competitions promote striving for excellence. They are a chance for coaches to teach and show dancers what it means to work hard and have poise and confidence in front of an audience. The teams will perform their award winning routines at the Just For Kix Spring Show on Sunday, May 4, 2014 at Fillmore Central Elementary School in Preston.The final Together We Dance competition will be Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in Rochester April 4-6. Photos submitted by Kari Berg
The Chatfield Center for the Arts is dedicated to bringing excellent entertainment of all genres to southeastern Minnesota. Join us for some of our upcoming events! •The Memory Brothers: April 6, 2014 from 6-9 p.m. in Potter Auditorium. The area’s most loved 50’s & 60’s rock cover band puts on a show for dancers of all ages on the wooden dance floor of historic Potter Auditorium. Tickets are $10 at the door. •Michael Johnson: April 11, 2014 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the Legion Room. “The long awaited return of master singer songwriter/guitarist Michael Johnson. . . is surely one of the year’s most highly anticipated and overdue projects. a true cause for celebration.” --Music City News, Nashville, Tenn. The third in the Chosen Bean’s Winter Concert Series. Coffee house concessions will be available before the show and during intermission. Tickets are $25 at
chosenbeanconcerts@gmail.com. •Drew Nelson: April 27, 2014 from 4-6 p.m. in the Legion Room. Don’t miss the last of this year’s Chosen Bean winter/spring concert series. “Drew Nelson powerfully evokes the ghosts of America’s recent and distant past ... his lyrical story telling and
virtuoso guitar picking keeps the audience under his spell ‘til long after the show has ended...” --Paul Spencer/Promoter, The Maverick Festival, UK. Coffeehouse concessions will be available before the show and during intermission. Tickets are $15 at the door.
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Fillmore County police reports Chatfield Police Department Bonnie Louise Grebin, 39, Chatfield, Minn.; 2/2/2014, Vehicle Registration Required; Fees $120. Taylor Marie Minter, 19, Stewartville, Minn.; 1/25/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Angela May Skrade, 42, Minneapolis, Minn.; 2/14/2014, Speeding - 55/45; Fees $130. Mitchell Neil Winslow, 18, Chatfield, Minn.; 1/11/2014, Drugs - Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession; Fees $140. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Ku Byae, 22, East Moline, Ill.; 11/22/2013, Keep to the Right; Fees $140. Mohamed Abdi Dirshe, 22, Minneapolis, Minn.; 12/25/2013, Speeding 71/55; Fees $150. Linday Kay Fett, 49, Glenville, Minn.; 2/6/2014, Stoppoing/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping; Fees $32. Jeremy Dale Hoover, 41, Spring Valley, Minn.; 3/1/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Jeffrey Mark Horsman, 49, Wykoff, Minn.; 9/25/2013, Dis-
orderly Conduct; Fine of $200 (stay $100 until 2/18/2015), Fees $190, Local confinement for 10 days (stay 10 days for one year), Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain lawabiding, No same or similar, Complete booking. Daniel Hernandez Lemus, 53, West Union, Iowa; 2/12/2014, Drivers’ Licenses - No Driver’s License in Possession or Failure to Display Upon Request; Fees $110. 2/12/2014, Speeding 71/55; Fees $60. Jerald Scott Martin, 41, Wyoming, Ill.; 1/18/2014, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle; Fees $290. Ernest William Meyer III, 57, Preston, Minn.; 9/15/2013, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol; Fine of $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 3/17/2015), Fees $1,020, Local confinement for 365 days (stay 362 days for one year serve as Weekends); Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Aftercare, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores unless for business purposes, Random testing,
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12-14 Hayracks of smalls • 12 Guns Selling at 11am 2 Hayracks of Woodworking Tools plus Large Power Tools For more info contact auction company www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com
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ANNOUNcEMENTS DAy Of TAKE PREcEDENcE OVER ANy ADVERTISED OR PRE-PRINTED MATERIAL ALL Of THE ABOVE MERcHANDISE IS SELLING AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTy. TERMS: cASH OR GOOD cHEcK DAy Of SALE. NOTHING TO BE REMOVED UNTIL SETTLED fOR. NOT RESPONSIBLE fOR AccIDENTS OR MERcHANDISE AfTER SOLD. PLEASE BRING PROPER IDENTIfIcATION.
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THERE WILL BE MN SALES TAX CHARGED ON THIS AUCTION! Partial List: Michael Sieve proof-print collection; Collector toy tractors (in box); Redwing Crocks; Husqvarna riding mower w/bagger; Gravely lawn mowers; Polaris ATV; Sterling jewelry; Power tools; Many toys; Upright Kenmore freezer; Camping & fishing gear & waders; Long & hand guns; Ammunition; Knives; Beer lights & collectibles; Nail guns; Glass display cases; Elec. Fireplace; DR table-chairs; Area rugs; Glassware; Redwing; Antiques. Terms: MN sales tax & 10% buyer prem. added to all purchases; All items sold “as is”. Buyer confirming validity & condition; All buyer’s must pick up & pay for items on pickup day. If you’re not able to make pickup day, please don’t bid; all gun buyers must read & agree to all gun terms on our web site. Viewing Days: Wed. March 26th 3pm-7pm; Sun. March, 30th 11am-3pm Pickup Day: Tues. April 1st 8am–7pm. Location: Darr Auctions Warehouse at 909 Larson Lane, Rushford, MN. Look for directional signs
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Submit to random searches, No driving without insurance, or Valid Driver’s License. Daniel Todd Miller, 46, Harmony, Minn.; 2/16/2014, Duty to Drive with Due Care - Speed Greater than Reasonable; Fees $130. Douglas Duane Rinn, 49, Winona, Minn.; 9/16/2013, Obscene/Harassing Phone Calls Repeatedly Calls; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 3/5/2015), Fees $465, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 81 days for one year credit for time served for one day - serve as work release), Supervised probation for one year Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment (complete within 30 days), Aftercare, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, No assault, No use or possession of firearms or dangerous weapons, Attend AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) one time per week. Jacob Dean Roen, 19, Spring Valley, Minn.; 1/12/2014, Liquor - Consumption by persons under 21; Fees $190. Carrie Leann Sikkink, 32, Preston, Minn.; 1/24/2014, No Parking Zone; Fees $32. Shain Adam Stevens, 32, Spring Valley, Minn.; 1/19/2014, Driver’s License - Driving After Revocation; Fees $290. 1/19/2014, Uninsured Vehicle Owner Violation; Fees $200. Lee Anthony Wells, 44, Rochester, Minn.; 11/14/2013, Keep to the Right; Fees $140. 11/14/2013, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle; Fees $200.
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Laura Jean Willford, 33, Lanesboro, Minn.; 12/8/2013, Careless Driving; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 2/19/2015), Fees $390, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Complete chemical assessment (follow all recommendations), Remain lawabiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance, have valid license to drive, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Attend MADD Impact Panel, DWI clinic. Preston Police Department Jordan Ann Darling, 23, Winona, Minn.; 2/2/2014, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping; Fees $32. Jeffrey Allen Erickson, 40, Lanesboro, Minn.; 2/16/2014, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping; Fees $32. John Richard Lorsung, 57, Andover, Minn.; 1/28/2014, Prohibitions; Stopping, Parking in Front of Private or Public Driveway; Fees $32. Minnesota State Patrol Amy Lynn Duncomb, 37, Riceville, Iowa; 1/13/2014, Speeding - 66/55; Fees $140. Jamie Jo Einertson, 36, Elko New Market, Minn.; 2/19/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Zachary Keith Finley, 20, Dexter, Minn.; 2/1/2014, Window Restrictions - Tint Too Dark; Fees $140. Jinnette Jean Fong, 49, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/19/2013, Driver Approaching Intersection Fails to Yield Right of Way; Fees $130. 11/19/2013, Unin-
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sured Vehicle - Owner Violation; Fine of $200 (stay $100 until 2/18/2015), Fees $100. Jennifer Kay Harris, 52, Austin, Minn.; 2/6/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. John Doyle Johnson, 26, Lanesboro, Minn.; 2/23/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. William Carmen Ruddick, 48, Fountain, Minn.; 5/14/2013, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol; Fine of $1,000 (stay $500 until 3/5/2015), Fees $690, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Aftercare, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, No driving without insurance, or Valid Driver’s License, Attend MADD Impact Panel. Corey Berton Stutzka, 29, Rushford, Minn.; 7/5/2013, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle; Fees $290. Ostrander Police Department Chad Lyle Swenson, 31, LeRoy, Minn.; 11/3/2013, Issue Dishonored Check - Offense; Fees $230. Rushford Police Department Saul Gasca-Hernandez, 48, Rushford, Minn.; 2/15/2014, Driver’s License - Driving After Revocation; Fees $290. Collin Daniel Pontillo, 24, Rushford, Minn.; 2/1/2014, Uninsured Vehicle - Owner Violation; Fees $290.
Preston Area Community Foundation dinner, auction to be held March 24 The Preston Area Community Foundation will hold its 8th Annual Dinner, Auction & Celebration on Monday, March 24, 2014 at the Branding Iron Supper Club in Preston, Minn. Social Hour will be hosted from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m. A silent and live auction will take place, and auction items will be matched $0.50 on the dollar by Dan Christianson of F&M Community Bank. Admission to the event requires a ticket at a cost of $35. The evening will also consist of a presentation by special guest speaker David Swantek who is the Cemetery Director for the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs. The focus of the presentation is “A Sacred Trust: Minnesota’s Veteran Cemeteries ... Past, Present and Future”. Prior to being hired by the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs in July of 1996 to oversee the administration and operation of the veterans cemetery north of Little Falls, he was employed by the State of Wyoming as a cemetery worker at
the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery near Casper, Wyo. He started his career serving our nation’s veterans in 1992. Swantek has been tasked by the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs to oversee the design and construction of three new state veterans cemeteries to be located in the northeast, southwest and southeast regions of Minnesota. These new cemeteries will provide better access to burial in a state veterans cemetery to an estimated 90,000 veterans. Construction on the first of the three proposed cemeteries began in Preston, south of Rochester, during the fall of 2013. Swantek holds an Associate of Science Degree from Casper College and also attended the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. Swantek has three daughters: Taylor, Kendal, and Molly.
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Houston students get to look forward to trip abroad By Angie Rodenburg At the Houston School Board meeting held on March 18, the board gave several approvals for various school needs. These included the approval of the 2014-2015 Houston High School Course/Curriculum, further training for the school board members, and a bus purchase. After research, quotes, and test drives the Transportation and Grounds Supervisor, Randy Muller, recommended the purchase of a new 71-passenger Blue Bird school bus. Interim Superintendent Rick supported the recommendation. The school board approved the purchase at a price of $89,946.71. The bus will be delivered from North Central Bus & Equipment after July 1, 2014, making the bus purchase under fiscal year 2015. Justin Treptow and Cody Mathers gave an update for the Minnesota Virtual Academy. Treptow said that they are currently working on set up for MCA testing, which is scheduled to begin on April 9. They have also been able to fix the MNVA issues that surfaced in February and have had no further problems, with Mathers saying “It has been stable ever since.” Treptow also told the
board that enrollment is now open for the 2014-2015 school year. The Houston MNVA team is also working on a plan to improve the low MNVA High School graduation rates. MNVA English teacher Nick Truxal and Counselor Tina Darling had made a proposal to take students on a trip abroad in 2015 at the March 4 meeting. The trip was granted approval by the school board at the March 18 meeting. The trip will include visiting Germany, France, and the Alps. The trip is available, not only to MNVA students, but to all Houston High School students. Gwen Rostad presented the FY14 Adjusted Budget to the entire school board. Rostad previously presented the budget to the finance committee earlier in the month. The total revenue equaled $22,251,591. Total expenditures equaled $22,077,915. The adjusted budget was approved by the board. The board also approved the motion to hire the auditing firm Larson Allen. It was a close vote with Board members Bonner, Carlson, Kelleher voting no; however, majority ruled. The next Houston School Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 1 at the Houston High School Library at 6 p.m.
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State employers add 600 jobs in January Employment tops 2.8 million for the first time in state history ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota employers added 600 jobs in January, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The agency also released revised figures that show the state gained 12,661 more jobs than originally reported over the previous 21 months. The upward revision put total employment in the state over 2.8 million in December for the first time in history. The state unemployment rate in January was unchanged from the seasonally adjusted revised rate of 4.7 percent in December. The U.S. unemployment rate in January was 6.6 percent. The sixth consecutive month of job gains in January brought total job growth in the state during the past year to 52,160, a growth rate of 1.9 percent compared with a U.S. growth rate of 1.8 percent. Minnesota has regained 190,400 jobs since the low point of the recession and is 31,400 jobs above the state’s pre-recessionary peak. “Even with January’s extremely cold weather, hardworking Minnesotans continued to generate jobs,” said DEED Commissioner Katie Clark Sieben. “We’re particularly encouraged
by the breadth of the labor market recovery, with all 11 of the state’s industrial sectors gaining jobs in the past year.” Leisure and hospitality led all sectors in January with 3,000 new jobs. Other job gains occurred in manufacturing (up 2,000), education and health care (up 1,200), professional and business services (up 900) and other services (up 200). Logging and mining held steady. Job losses occurred in trade, transportation and utilities (down 3,200), financial activities (down 1,200), information (down 1,100), construction (down 900) and government (down 300). Over the past year, education and health services led all sectors with 11,448 new jobs. Other job growth occurred in trade, transportation and utilities (up 10,245), construction (up 9,562), professional and business services (up 6,337), manufacturing (up 4,809), leisure and hospitality (up 3,597), other services (up 2,874), government (up 1,600), information (up 1,434), financial activities (up 201), and logging and mining (up 53). In the state Metropolitan Statistical Areas, job gains occurred in the past 12 months
in the Mankato MSA (up 2.6 percent), St. Cloud MSA (up 1.7 percent), Minneapolis-St. Paul MSA (up 1.5 percent) and Duluth-Superior MSA (up 0.9 percent). Job losses occurred in the Rochester MSA (down 0.3 percent). DEED is the state’s principal economic development agency, promoting business recruitment, expansion and retention, workforce development, international trade and community development. For more details about the agency and our services, visit us at http://mn.gov/ deed/ . Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/mndeed.
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Recycling 101 By LaVerne C. Paulson, Recycling Education Coordinator A lot of information from the Recycling Association of Minnesota (RAM), Call2Recycle, and Earth 911 has come to my attention lately and I thought you might find some of this interesting or helpful. Amber perscription bottles are not recycla- LaVerne C. Paulson ble in Fillmore County, however, they can be used to store earrings and other smaller jewelry, coins, or even extra garden seeds. For your security, be sure to remove all personal identification
from the bottle before using it for other purposes. Just soak the bottle in warm water for a few minutes and then scrape the label off with a butter knife. The average American uses 5.57 40 foot trees worth of paper each year. That’s about six good reasons to recycle as much paper and cardboard as possible. Recycling a ton of mixed paper can save the energy equivalent of 185 gallons of gasoline. Many articles of clothing, such as jackets, scarves, gloves, and boots are made from recycled materials. Some shoe manufacturers recycle cotton scraps and rubber tires to make their products. For example, 63 20 ounce PET bottles will make a sweater, 14 bottles will make the fiber fill in a ski jacket, and one hundred 114 bottles will become fiber fill for a sleeping bag. Pop and water bottles
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Houston’s fundraiser Coaches vs. Cancer a huge success In mid-February, the Houston Basketball Teams organized and completed a fundraiser (Coaches v. Cancer) for Alysta King, a Houston Elementary 4th grade student who was diagnosed with Burkitts Lymphoma last October. Since the diagnosis, King has been undergoing treatment at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, Wis. The family hopes this last round of treatments and stay at Gundersen Health Systems will be the final one so Alysta can come home, for good, in late May or early June. The Coaches v. Cancer (Alysta King Benefit) was very successful. The coaches, players, parents, and community all helped out with the activities which included; a bake
sale, halftime shootout, paper airplane toss, 50/50 raffle, game ball auction, and a free-throw-a-thon. With everyone’s hard work, the basketball teams were able to raise more than $9,000 for the family to help off-set expenses accrued during this time. The basketball coaching staffs stated, “There is nothing better than teaching life lessons and helping others out. We would rather lose every game and know that our players became better people and learned life-long lessons and values, and we knew we were successful as soon as we saw the great smile on Alysta’s face when she received not only the check, but also the other gifts from our teams.”
Alysta King is all smiles at receiving the check from the Coaches vs. Cancer fundraiser in Houston. Photo submitted
Lovina Mast • Canton Age 10
Rebekah D. Hershberger Harmony • Age 10
Aaron J. Gingerich • Canton Age 7
Katie E. Slabaugh • Canton Age 12
Anika • Spring Valley Age 8
David Perry Borntreger • Harmony Age 6
Esther J. Hershberger • Harmony Age 10
Rachel J. Miller • Harmony Age 5
Naomi E. Hershberger • Lanesboro Age 5
Harvey E. Hershberger • Lanesboro Age 6
Ananias J. Hershberger Harmony • Age 10
Dennis A. Gingerich Lanesboro • Age 6
Jacob A. Gingerich • Lanesboro Age 9
Fannie P. Gingerich • Harmony Age 6
Timothy D. Byler • Lanesboro Age 6
Marcus J. Swartz • Mabel Age 4
Katelyn Scheevel • Preston Age 4
Rebecca E. Swartzentruber Canton • Age 5
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Fillmore County District Court Dillon John Moore, 22, of Mabel, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on March 3, 2014 facing one alleged count of Assault - 3rd Degree - Substantial Bodily Harm, which carries a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. Moore also faces one alleged count of Domestic Assault - Misdemeanor - Intentionally Inf licts/Attempts to Inf lict Bodily Harm on Another and one alleged count Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/ Noisy/Obscene. Both counts carry maximum penalties of 90 days imprisonment, fines of $1,000, or both. Angela Lynn Stewart, 29, of Rochester, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on March 10, 2014 for sentencing for one count Burglary - 3rd Degree - Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Misdemeanor and one count Wrongfully Obtaining Assistance - Theft by False Statements, Concealment, Impersonation. Stewart was given a stay of imposition that included a fines of $50, fees of $215, 163 days in the Fillmore County Jail with credit for time served of 163 days. Stewart was placed under supervised probation for five years under the conditions of comply with social services regarding children, remain law-abiding,
no same or similar, chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, aftercare, no alcohol/ controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, do not enter bars or liquor stores, random testing, submit to random searches, take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency, no assault, no contact with victim(s), no contact with persons associated with illegal drugs or known felons, advise agent prior to changing employment or residence, write letter of apology, pay restitution in the amounts of $2,416.69 and $3,460.31. Steven Craig O’Neill, 47, appeared in Fillmore County Court on March 10, 2014 for sentencing for one count Burglary -3rd Degree - Steal/ Commit Felony or Gross Misdemeanor. O’Neill was sentenced to 21 months in a Minnesota Correctional Facility, which was stayed for five years. Conditions also include 77 days in the Fillmore County Jail with credit for time served of 77 days, a fine of $1,000 and fees of $90, remain law-abiding, participate in court determined assessments and programming, secure an approved residence within 10 days of release, write letter of apology, pay restitution of $200, complete chemical assessment, do not possess
or consume alcohol or mood altering substances, submit to random testing, do not enter bars or liquor stores, be medication compliant, no contact with victim, maintain employment, no assaultive, aggressive, threatening, or intimidating behavior, submit DNA sample, submit to random searches, no contact with anyone known to be involved with sale, use, or distribution of controlled substances, no contact with known felons, do not possess dangerous firearms, dangerous weapons, or ammunition. Joseph John Kipke, 28, of Shakopee, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on March 12, 2014 facing one alleged count of Assault - 3rd Degree - Victim Under Four, which carries a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. Kipke also faces two alleged counts of Assault - 5th Degree - Gross Misdemeanor Within Three Years of Previous Conviction, which carries maximum penalties of one year imprisonment, fines of $3,000, or both. In a separate case, Kipke faces three alleged counts of Predatory Offender - Knowingly Violates Registration Requirements or Intentionally Provides False Information, which carry maximum penalties of five years imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. Dustin Joe Hanson, 30, of
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 household each week. Chatfield, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on March 14, 2014 facing one alleged count of Domestic Assault - Felony, which carries a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. Hanson also faces one alleged count of Domestic Assault - Gross Misdemeanor - Subsequent
Violation, one alleged count of Assault - 5th Degree - Gross Misdemeanor - Same victim within 10 years of conviction, and one alleged count of Assault - 5th Degree - Gross Misdemeanor - Within three years of previous conviction, all which carry maximum penalties of one year imprisonment, fines of $3,000, or both.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 27
•Bingo, 11am, Rushford Tenborg Center.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •Kingsland Public Schools Community meeting, 7pm, Kingsland High School Cafe, Spring Valley. •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26 •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-4pm, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley.* •Lenten Services, 7pm, soup supper 6pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston.
•Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 9-11am, 1300 West Tracy Rd., •Free Senior Coffee, 9am, Spring Valley, MN.* Heritage Grove, Harmony.* •2nd Annual Fillmore Central •Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No school, no story Spanish Banquet, 6pm, proceeds fund future scholarships to the hour.* Spanish immersion camp. •Canton Historical Society •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, meeting, 5pm, Canton Community Center. Come join us, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For more info, call 507-251-1771 or looking for new members. 765-2518.* •AA Class “Road’s Journey,” 8pm, 301 E. Franklin St., Spring SUNDAY, MARCH 30 Valley (a yellow house).* •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain FRIDAY, MARCH 28 Lutheran Church, South Main St. •Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, and Highway 52.* Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.* MONDAY, MARCH 31 •Harmony AA Group, 8pm, •Community Coffee, 9am, Park Harmony Community Center. For Lane Estates, Preston.* more info call 612-251-3822 or •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 507-272-2191* 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public 902 Houston Street NW, SATURDAY, MARCH 29 Health, Preston, MN.* •Kingsland NHS Clothing Drive, 8am-1:30pm, Spring Valley Community Center. All are welcome.
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SPRING VALLEY SENIOR LIVING has openings in the Nursing Department for part-time CNA’s and part-time LPN’s or RN’s on the day and evening shifts. These positions include every other weekend worked and have the potential to include more hours as needed. Interested individuals should send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: Human Resources, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or e-mail hr@svseniorliving. com EOE. h17,24-o
ARE YOU A CARING and energetic person who likes helping the elderly? If so, Spring Valley Senior Living is looking for you! We currently have a parttime overnight position and an on-call day position open in our Housing with Services setting. Both positions include every other weekend worked and the part-time overnight offers a shift wage differential. No experience required, we will train you to be a part of our team. To apply for either of these positions send application to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: Human Resources, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or e-mail hr@svseniorliving. com. EOE. h17,24-o
Mabel BP is taking applications for part time help on the night shift. Apply at Mabel BP in Mabel. h17,24,31-x
WE ARE ACCEPTING 2 YEAR bids for lawn mowing. This should include mowing, trimming, and occassional spraying. To be mowed at your discretion or our request. Please submit bids by April 1st, to Fillmore County Fair, Box 364, Preston, MN 55965 or fillmorecountyfair@fillmorecountyfair.com h24,31- o
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Fiscal Director Semcac, a non-profit human service agency located in Rushford, MN is accepting applications for a full-time Fiscal Director to manage and direct the financial activities of the organization. The Fiscal Director is responsible for all financial systems, including but not limited to payroll, A/P, reports, budgets and the annual audit. The position requires a four-year B.S. degree in Accounting or related field and a minimum of eight to ten years’ experience and/or training. Non-profit background and familiarity with federal and state grant funding sources a plus. Application packet available by contacting Barb Thompson at Semcac (507) 864-8202 or email barb.thompson@semcac.org. Application materials must be received by April 18, 2014. EOE
Harmony House Restaurant has openings for part-time waitstaff.
Apply at Harmony House Restaurant, downtown Harmony. Contact Marilyn at 507-886-4612
Gundersen Harmony Care Center is looking for staff to fill the following positions:
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Part-time Stocker / carry-out Harmony Foods is searching for several part-time Stocker / Carry-out Clerks. Previous experience in a role providing good customer service is a plus. Must have a positive attitude and the ability to work on multiple tasks. A typical work schedule will be 12 – 25 hours per week. Must be available for a variety of shifts 7am – 9:30pm Sunday – Saturday including a weekend rotation of various shifts. Please apply in person at Harmony Foods or request an application by sending an email to harmonyfoods@harmonytel.net. Harmony Foods; ATTN: Todd Himlie; PO Box 598; Harmony, MN 55939.
Part-time check-out clerk Harmony Foods is searching for checkout clerks. Experience working with cash register systems and providing good customer service a plus. Responsible for scanning and bagging customer transactions, stocking inventory, assisting customers and general cleaning. Must have a positive customer service attitude and the ability to work on multiple tasks. A typical work schedule will be 12 – 25 hours per week, working a variety of shifts from 7am – 9pm Sunday - Saturday. Please apply in person at Harmony Foods or request an application by sending email to harmonyfoods@harmonytel.net. Harmony Foods; ATTN: Todd Himlie; PO Box 598; Harmony, MN 55939.
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Clement Farms
Help Full ClFarmFarm Help • F•ull -TTime ime • Salaried Experience in Planting, Spraying and and Experience in Large LargeEquipment EquipmentOperation, Operation, Planting, Spraying Harvesting. GPS Farm Mapping Software Experience is a plus. Harvesting. GPS Farm Software Experience is a Plus. CDLMapping License required. Resume to: 12515 CountyValley, Rd. 3,MN 55975 Send ResumeSend to: 12515 County Rd. 3, Spring Spring Valley, MN 55975 Green Lea Manor is LookinG for speciaL peopLe who want to Make a difference. Must be caring, compassionate, and a team player.
temporary full-time Medical records position Must be able to work in a fast pace environment and be able to multi-task. Also, must have computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology. Contact Nicky or stop by for an application.
Green Lea Manor nursing home
THANK YOU YUCATAN TOWNSHIP VOTERS: Thank you for your support in this year’s election. I would like to thank all of you for your great participation in our township election. Deborah Dewey t24- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS
has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals PT Bremmer Suites Aid (must be 18 or older) Nurse night Shift FT or PT nursing assistant Dietary Aid day or evening Shift PT housekeeping/Laundry aid • 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 Kelly at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.
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•Highly motivated, team-oriented, mature & outgoing individual. •Develop & nurture children; stimulate emotional, intellectual, and social growth. •Provides a safe environment; encourages students’ participation; keeps parents informed. •16 Quarter Hours, Post-Secondary Credits •Ability to respond to individual participants’ learning, physical and emotional needs. •Previous experience in a child care center and/or related field. •Up to 40 hours per week.
One Block At A Time Daycare Aide •Assist the Lead Teacher. •Encourages students’ positive self-image and supports individuality, and independence. •Ability to respond to individual participants’ learning, physical and emotional needs. •Mature and outgoing individuals with previous experience in a child care center and/or related field. •Up to 30 hours per week.
Applications available online at FC website: www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us or any school office. Applications can be dropped off at any school office or mailed to: Angi Kaase, Fillmore Central Community Education P.O. Box 50, Preston, MN 55965. Position open until filled.
LANESBORO house share rental available. $425 per month. All utilities included. 507-259-6484. r3/17tfn-o RELOCATE WITH YOUR TAX REFUND! 1 & 2 bd apts in Rushford. Rent based on income & smoke free! Flexible leases and deposit payment plans! Free apps & tours! 507-438-3196 or 800-676-6505 www.lifestyleinc.net tdd 507-451-0704. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. r3,10,17,24-o Apartment in Fountain for rent: 2 bedroom apartment with garage. Available March 1. Call 507-259-6961. r17tfn-o
Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfno
Part-time emPloyment oPPortunities Preston Foods is searching for several part-time staff to assist in a variety of roles. Successful candidates will be trained to provide our customers with great service as a check-out clerk as well as carry-out. Other tasks will include stocking, merchandising, facing, inventory control and general cleaning. Previous experience in a role providing good customer service is a plus. Must have a positive attitude and the ability to work on multiple tasks. A typical work schedule will be 12 – 25 hours per week. Must be available for a variety of shifts 7am – 9:30pm Sunday – Saturday including a weekend rotation of various shifts. Please apply in person at Preston Foods or request an application by sending an email to prestonfoods@centurytel.net. Preston Foods; ATTN: Tim Kiehne; PO Box 309; Preston, MN 55965.
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Fillmore Central Community Education Job Postings One Block At A Time Daycare Lead Teacher
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Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o
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TUOHY FURNITURE CORPORATION 42 SAINT ALBANS PLACE CHATFIELD MN 55923-1457 Phone: 507-867-4280 Tuohy Furniture Corporation, in Chatfield, MN, is a progressive manufacturer of executive wood office furniture that has won awards and is sold throughout the world to Fortune 500 companies. We are currently seeking to fill a FULL-TIME POSITION in the Accounts Payable department This person will be responsible for processing all vendor payables. Applicants should have good telephone skills, a thorough knowledge of Excel & Word & strong organizational skills. A 2-year college degree or applicable accounting experience will be beneficial. The ideal candidate will be friendly, cooperative, patient & accurate. Tuohy provides competent leadership and will reward your performance. The benefit package includes health, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and holidays. Please stop in to apply in person or submit your application to: Tuohy Furniture Corporation, 42 St. Albans Place Chatfield, MN 55923-1457 Attention: Human Resources or info@tuohyfurniture.com
Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Do you need storage while in the process of moving? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x OFFICE SPACE for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 4 to 6 employees. Cost $335/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x
LAKEWOOD SENIOR HOuSINg, 420 Bench St. Chatfield. Easy living...no yard work, no shoveling! For those who are 62 and older, handicapped/disabled. 1-bedroom apts. Heat paid. On-site laundry. Rent based on income. Off-street parking. Call (507) 867-4791
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
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Looking for a building site to rent or rent-to-own. Not concerned with condition of house and outside buildings. Looking for property with good well and electricity. Call Dan at 319-327-1642. w17,24-o Wanted: Cropland, farms, hunting land. Call Roger D. Johnson, Land Broker Auctioneer. Licensed MN, SD, WI, IL. 608-385-8080 w3tfn-o 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 TREE SAW WANTED for Skid Loader. TURBO SAW OR SHARK or other. 507-383-7111 or hugh@hobyrne.com (MFPA) PICKUP TRUCKS NEEDED NOW! Move RV trailers from Indiana and delivery all over the USA and Canada. Many trips headed West! Go to: horizontransport.com MCAN
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OPEN HOUSE , Friday & Saturday, March 28th & 29th, 9AM-6PM & Sunday, March 30th, 10AM-4PM. Golf season is just around the corner. Special Pricing on over 100 new and gently used Golf Cars, including New Yamaha’s - Electric or Fuel Injected Gas Cars, Plus Accessories to customize your new or existing car. Serving Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Cake and Refreshments. Check out the areas largest selection of Golf Cars! Sale Prices end on March 30th, 2014. Mel’s Golf Cars, 132 Garfield Ave. S., Albert Lea, MN (Just South of Kwik Trip). 507-438-2705.
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SAFE STEP WALK-IN TUB: Alert for Seniors: Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less than 4” Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 888743-6845 for $750 Off (MFPA)
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• CaT 226 SkiDloaDer Good condition. 3,350 hours. Steel tracks included. $16,850
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715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com 317 N. SEctION, SPRING VALLEY $53,000 Conveniently located near school, downtown business district, gas station & restaurants. This home features formal dining & living room w/hardwood floors, large eat in kitchen, main floor laundry, updated bath w/ new tub & shower surround, toilet & vanity & 3 bdrms. Large back deck, alley access to garage/shed in back yard. Priced to sell!!
104 N. HuDSON AVE., SPRING VALLEY $129,900
705 FORD AVE., SPRING VALLEY $102,000 REDUCED!
This amazing 3 bdrm 2 bath home is located in a beautiful established neighborhood. The main level has been renovated and remodeled w/lower level partially finished. Appl's included. 2 car detached garage w/workshop. Upstairs is a 1 bedroom 1 bath rental unit with eat in kitchen & living room. Have your renter pay part of your mortgage payment, taxes & insurance!
Stylish “Cape Cod” style home featuring 3 bdrms, hardwood floors, updated 100 amp electrical breaker box, new cement drive, retaining wall, finished garage new with door & insulated, electrical line to shed, new laminate floor in kitchen, freshly painted throughout, updated plumbing fixtures and new toilet and new deck by front door. Excellent location near grocery store, banks, convenience stores and gas station. Move in ready!
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Very appealing 3 bedrooms 2 bath home with lots of character & charm. Original woodwork, hardwood floors, arched doorways, formal dining room, updated kitchen w/oak cupboards and partially finished lower level with family room. New asphalt drive and landscaping stone around the house. Single car garage, storage shed, and permanent siding on house, garage & storage shed.
Beautifully updated & well maintained 4 brdm 2 bath home. Hardwood floors, formal dining and updated & remodeled 13x21 eat in kitchen. Re-shingled in 2002, newer furnace, gutters, siding & back deck in 2003. Double garage w/heated workshop area & full attic. All the old world charm w/modern conveniences.
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226 Silver St. S., wYKoFF A Lot of Character • Wood Floors • Formal Living • Dining Room • Large Enclosed Porch • Mud Room • Foyer • French Doors • New Furnace • C/A • New Roof • 6’ Privacy Fence • New Appliances • Updated Electrical Box • 2+ Attached Garage • All Landscaped
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Mint Ranch Home • 3 bedrooms main floor • 2 baths • Wood Floors • Steel Siding • 2 Car Garage • New LOTS FOR SALE Carpet • Freshly Painted • New Furnace • Updated ChatField - Fingerson & Donahoe - 1st Electrical Box
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$110,000 $203,900 107 SpruCe St Se., Fountain Newer Home • 4 Bedroom • 3 Baths • Wood Floors • Master Bath • 6-Panel Doors • Heated 3 Car Garage • Large Deck • Large Bedroom • Vaulted Ceilings • Kitchen Nook & Bar • Maintenance Free Siding • Dead End Street • Backs up to the Park
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310 Maple St., laneSboro 3 Bedroom on main floor • Wheel Chair Assess. In-Floor Heat in House & Garage • 3 Baths • Main Floor Laundry • Fireplace
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Deer Ridge • Spectacular Home • Unique Floor Plan • 5 Bed • 4 Baths • In-Floor Heat In House & Garage • Western Cedar Ceilings • Hickory Floors • Family Room W/30’ Ceilings That Includes Floor To Ceiling Windows To Enjoy Wonderful Scenery & Wildlife • Master Shower With Heated Floor • Must See
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Efficient! 2 bedroom - 2013 built cottage. Mocha birch cabinets, granite counter with breakfast bar, engineered hardwood. Beautiful view of North Bluff. Laundry & storage areas in the lower level. 9 x 16 deck & CA. Super location for retreat or daily living. $65,000
Beautiful setting & great location. 5 bedroom 3 bathroom home is immaculate. Open floor plan. Master with en-suite & walk in closet. Lower level offers a huge family room, walk out, full size windows, 2 bedrooms & bath. Insulated extralarge garage. Garden area and wooded backyard! Approx 3.56 acres. $299,900
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XXX 3rd ave. Se, HarMony lots for Sale! Harmony’s newest subdivision, with country views and city utilities at an affordable price. No connection fees or building permit fees in 2014! Harmony is a super place to live, offering the quality lifestyle of a small town, with a thriving business district, clinic & health care facilities. Building incentives offered. $10,000 - $14,900
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Spacious ranch home with updated paint, lighting, and Live on the edge of town with country, wooded views and flooring. Open & bright. 3 bedrooms and full bath on main enjoy a large yard with mature trees. Home office, main floor. Master has double closets. Lower level has family floor living & great deck. Shingles 2010, siding 2011, furnace room, laundry with 3/4 bath and large storage area. Large 2011 & central air 2011. Updated circuit breaker. 2 car detached garage is 28 x 32. Great location!
605 lincoln St. Se, PreSTon
COMMERCIAL CoMMerCial buildinG - laneSboro Great opportunity to own large commercial building in a high traffic area. Potential business could be retail, restaurant/bar, convenience store/grocery, crafts or many other uses. Can be divided off. $64,500
CoMMerCial buildinG – laneSboro Unlimited potential for this completely updated building with high traffic area and 2 accesses. All brick exterior, arched windows, finished 3 levels, large apartment. Ideal for retail or bar/restaurant. Formally Olivia’s Attic. $269,900
Kelsey Bergey Real Estate Agent remax@harmonytel.net Office 507-886-4221
45742 Cty 29, Mabel
Craftsman Style 2009 custom built ranch on 10 acres. Cabinets, floors, & millwork by local craftsman. LL finished with family room, office, & ¾ bath. Private patio & front porch. Professionally landscaped with perennials and vegetable gardens, cedar fencing. Detached multi 2 cars, shop & storage space, pole shed,& small barn. $5,000 buyer allowance. $247,500
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2 bedroom bungalow with high ceilings, original wood floors. Open dining to living. Walk up attic. High ceilings in basement. Vinyl siding, shingles 4 years, boiler 5 years. Large 3 season front porch. Seller invites your offer. $41,900
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210 Center Street W, HarMony Timeless treasure. Turn of the century 2 story 4 bedroom home. Original woodwork,9 ft. ceilings, pillars, decorative moldings, hardwood floors, and original cabinetry. 1 ½ bath, full basement, walk up attic, CA, 3 season porch, deck, and flower gardens. $89,900
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Very well cared for 3 bedroom 2 bath home on a nice lot with mature trees. Open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, CA & deck. Mature trees, detached garage with heated workshop area. Great location few blocks from golf course and Root River trail access. $57,500
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230 2nd ave. SW, HarMony
Just move in and enjoy! 2 bedroom home neatly updated with interior paint, flooring, kitchen counter, electrical service panel, deck, and windows. Permanent siding, central air, deck, and carport. $49,900
Excellent Condition ranch home on edge of Harmony. 2 bedrooms and bath on main floor Many updates, good sized living areas, CA, recessed lighting. Attached garage, great yard with 14 x 14 deck, garden space and country views. $80,000 Red
400 Spring St. nW, PreSTon
Multi-level 3 bedroom home. Beautiful hickory cabinets in kitchen with center island. Tile floors, vaulted living areas, 6 panel doors, and new appliances. Fenced yard. Attached garage is heated. CA (2011), water heater and water softener (2013). $95,000
15413 Cty 9, PreSTon
Affordable 2 bedroom home, updates include paint, flooring, lighting, bathroom, windows plus furnace. Central Air. Full basement with laundry and storage. Roof new in 2013. Large detached garage. Greenleafton offers affordable living with country views. $55,000
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3 AC
214 n elm St., Mabel
10277 Cty 116, GranGer
600 4th St. ne, HarMony
On Golf Course. 1 ½ Story home on private 3 acres. Eat in kitchen with good sized living room. Bedroom, bathroom & laundry on main floor. Second bedroom and den on upper level. Large 2 car attached garage. Rural zoning. $80,000
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Inviting 3 bedroom home with wood floors. Freshly painted in 2013. Many updates including kitchen, bath, siding, windows, shingles & front porch. Main floor bed & bath. 2 bedrooms up plus large storage room with potential to finish . Deck off kitchen. Det garage. Corner lot. Priced to sell! $56,000
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100 1st Street S, CanTon
243 Harwood ave. ne, CHaTFIeld
Move in ready 3 Bedroom home. Vaulted ceilings in living room with cozy NG fireplace. Kitchen has newer countertops and sink, plus skylight for natural lighting. Lower level family room, exercise area, office/den, bath, laundry, and storage. Att garage. Semi-private back yard.
2 bedroom ranch offers efficient living, near the Upper Iowa River and miles of snowmobile trails, with 2 car garage. Seller tiled around perimeter, new furnace in 2007 and updated septic, private well, good sized 2 car garage. Offers welcome. $45,000
Nicely laid out 1 3/4 story home with welcoming 3 season porch Main living areas are open and bright with open staircase leads to 3 nice size bedrooms with large closets. Back covered deck. Det garage, carport, and garden space.
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215 5th St. SW, HarMony
Mint Condition Home on Edge of Town: Ranch home with walk out basement offers both the amenities of quality small town living with country views. Smart floor plan with eat in kitchen and large living room, patio door leads out to stamped patio, 2 car garage.
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
AUCTION CALENDAR Sat., March 29 - 9am - Gun, Woodworking Tools, Antiques and Household Auction! Sale Site is at Spring Valley Sales Auction Building, 412 East Park Street, Spring Valley. For more information contact Spring Valley Sales at www. springvalleysales.com. Listing in the Journal. Sat., March 29 - Consignment Auction: Area Farmers, Consignors & Merchants. Located on Dale and Kathie Grobe farm in Elgin, MN. For more info contact Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Co. at www.tmracompany.com or 507-259-7502. Notice in the Journal. Sat., April 5 - Land Auction. Sec 3 Racine Township. See listing in Journal for auction On-line AucTiOn infOrmATiOn
Bidding ends on Wed., March 26, 7pm - Real Estate Auction, 240 2nd Ave. NE, Harmony. Viewing Days: Wed. Feb. 26, 5-7pm or by appointment. Go to www.darrauctions.com for more info. Listing in the Journal. Bidding ends on Mon., March 31, 5pm - Michael Sieve Collection, Toy Tractors, Antiques, Guns, Polaris ATV, Crocks and More! Viewing Days: Wed. March 26, 3-7pm, Sun. March 30, 11am-3pm. Go to www.darrauctions.com for more info. Listing in the Journal. To list your Auction 507-765-2151
PUBLIC NOTICES Carimona Township Rock Bids Carimona Township will accept bids 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 bids. Bids must be in the hands of the clerk of Carimona Township by Monday April 7, 2014 at 7 p.m. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Linda Marzolf, Clerk 19792 County 15 Preston, MN 55965 Publish 17, 24
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Bristol township rock quotes Bristol Township will receive quotes for 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 Bristol Township by Monday, April 14, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Eunice Biel, Clerk 24983 120th St. Harmony, MN 55939 Publish 17, 24
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 accompanied by an equipment list. All quotes must be accompanied by a certificate of insurance. All quotes must be delivered in an envelope marked “Quote Enclosed” and be in the hands of the Clerk by 6 p.m., April 2, 2014. Quotes will be opened at the April 3, 2014 regular meeting at the Fountain Fire Hall beginning at 8 p.m. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Dan Graskamp Clerk 814 Miller Lane SE Stewartville, MN 55976 Publish 17, 24, 31
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 23-PR-14-201 In Re: Estate of Earl G. Groby Deceased. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Co-Personal Representatives was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated January 30, 2009. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Loren Fretland of 5434 Nicklaus Drive NW, Rochester, MN 55901, and Julie Gade of PO Box 3, Fountain, MN 55935 to serve as co-personal representatives of the decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representatives must be filed with the Court after notice is provided to interested personsof the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representatives have the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: 3/17/14 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator LUHMANN LAW, LLC Dwight D. Luhmann - MN# 0300238 P.O. Box 87 Preston, MN 55965 T: 507-216-6622 F: 507-216-6033 E-mail: dwight@luhmannlaw.com Publish 24, 31
Forestville township bid notice Sealed bids will be received until 7:30 p.m. on April 15, 2014 by the Township Clerk on behalf of the Forestville Town Board for the following: Class 2 road rock that meets MN Dept. of Transportation specifications, with the bidder to have the ability to deliver 100 - 1,000 tons per day anywhere in the township at the Board’s request, and delivery prior to June 15. Quarry site must be specified in the bid. All other road rock including breaker run rock and 2 ½” rock with fines to be delivered and spread anywhere in the township at the Board’s request. All bids must be per ton for rock. All bids must be per ton for delivery. Also, accepting quotes for grading and/or snowplowing. Quotes are to be on a per hour basis. All work to be done at the Board’s request and be acceptable to the Board. Also, accepting bids for township roadside mowing/two times per year, bids for roadside brush cutting, subject to specified locations at Supervisors request, and bids for mowing of the township hall property. All bids must accompany a Certificate of Insurance for Workers Compensation, Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any defects. Please mark envelopes as “Bid Enclosed.” Bids will be opened at the regular monthly meeting on April 15, 2014 at 7:30pm at the Forestville Town Hall. All bidders or representatives are invited to attend the bid opening. Connie Morger Clerk 20967 212th Street Preston, MN 55965 Publish 24, 31
Amherst Township Amherst Township is accepting bidscopy of bid specifications can be obtained from township clerk. Amherst Township is accepting bids for a 2015 International 7500 SFA 4X4 snowplow truck with 11 foot dump body, 84 inch inside width, setup for 96 inch C/A Chassis, heavy duty telescopic hoist and hydraulic system. A BH-12-48L HDP power reversible snowplow, pin and loop truck hitch with extendable lift arm and 9 foot uni-glide wing and all season hydraulic spreader. All bids must be sealed, labeled “BID ENCLOSED” and delivered or mailed to Amherst Township clerk, Hugh Fendry II at 21504 Firefly Rd., Lanesboro, MN 55949 no later than April 4, 2014. Bids will be opened at regular township meeting on April 14, 2014 8:00 p.m. at the Amherst Town Hall. Township reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive minor irregularities in the bidding process. Hugh F. Fendry II Township Clerk Publish 17, 24 Carrolton Township Rock Quotes Carrolton Township is accepting rock quotes on crushed rock that meets state specifications. Rock is to be delivered and spread on township roads as needed. Certificate of insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes must be in the hands of the clerk on April 1, 2014 at 7 p.m. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Luanne Storelee, Clerk 33011 220th Street Lanesboro, MN 55949 Publish 17, 24 Notice of time change fountain township The Fountain Township Board will hold regular monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month at the Fountain Fire Hall. Meetings for the months of April, 2014 through November, 2014 will begin at 8 p.m. Dan Graskamp Clerk Publish 17, 24
SECTION 00 11 13 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed Bids will be received by Fillmore County, Minnesota, in the Fillmore County Highway Department Office located at 909 Houston Street NW Preston, MN 55965, until 11 A.M., CDT, Monday, April 7, 2014, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud for the furnishing of all labor, materials, and all else necessary for the following: CSAH 35 Street and Utility Improvements – State Aid Project No. 023-635-004 In general, Work consists of the reconstruction of water main, services, storm sewer, and streets within a residential neighborhood. The Project consists of the following approximate quantities: 4712 LIN FT Remove Curb and Gutter 1635 CU YD Common Excavation (P) 660 CU YD Subgrade Excavation (P) 15850 SQ YD Aggregate Base Preparation (P) 16825 SQ YD Full Depth Reclamation (P) 32120 SQ YD Type SP 12.5 Wear CRS Mix (3,C) 1.5” Thick 15850 SQ YD Type SP 12.5 Wear CRS Mix (3,B) 2.0” Thick 360 LIN FT 1” Type K Copper Pipe 355 LIN FT 6” Watermain Ductile Iron CL 52 1139 LIN FT 8” Watermain Ductile Iron CL 52 7480 SQ FT 4” Concrete Walk 3642 SQ FT 6” Concrete Walk 5234 LIN FT Concrete Curb and Gutter Design B618 558 SQ YD 6” Concrete Driveway Pavement 84 SQ YD 7” Concrete Driveway Pavement 2850 SQ YD Sodding Type Lawn 3100 SQ YD Erosion Control Blankets, Category 3 Along with miscellaneous utility improvements, removals, restoration, signing, and correlated appurtenances. Complete digital Bidding Documents are available at www.questcdn.com for $20 by inputting QuestCDN eBidDoc #3025906 on the website’s Project Search page. Paper Bidding Documents may also be viewed at the Fillmore County Highway Department Office and at Stantec, 6188 Rome Circle NW, Rochester, MN 55901, (507) 282-2100. Direct inquiries to Engineer’s Project Manager, Brett Grabau, at (507) 529-6030. Bid Security in the amount of 5 percent of the amount of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. The Owner reserves the right to retain the deposits of the 3 lowest Bidders for a period not to exceed 60 days after the date and time set for the Opening of Bids. No Bids may be withdrawn for a period of 60 days after the date and time set for the Opening of Bids. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein, and further reserves the right to award the Contract to the best interests of the Owner. Ronald Gregg, PE – County Engineer Fillmore County, Minnesota
Carrolton Township Meeting Date Change Carrolton Township will meet on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at 7 p.m. at the Carrolton Town Hall. Luanne Storelee Publish 17, 24 Fillmore township rock quotes Fillmore Township will accept written quotes on a per ton basis for crushed road rock to be delivered and spread. Quotes will be opened at the township meeting April 14, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Bonnie Heidtke, Clerk 26297 County 7 Fountain, MN 55935 507-352-6681 Publish 17, 24 ARENDAHL TOWNSHIP ROCK QUOTES The Arendahl Township Board will accept quotes on crushed rock which meets state specifications. Quotes are to be on a per yard basis, also for rock to be picked up at the quarry by the Township. Certificate of Insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes are to be sent or delivered to the Township Clerk on or before 7:00pm, April 7, 2014. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Keith Brown 32060 Furrow Road Lanesboro, MN 55949 Publish 24,31 NOTICE OF State line cemetery Association annual meeting The annual meeting of the State Line Cemetery Association will be held on April 6, 2014 at 2 p.m. in the State Line Church, 3067 State Line Road, Cresco, Iowa. Publish 24, 31 pilot mound township notice of road openings Pilot Mound Township announces that roads closed for the winter will reopen on March 31, 2014. These roads are Iris Road in sections 30 and 31 from County Road 6 north for 1.4 miles and 290th Street in section 34. William S. Sullivan Clerk Publish 24 Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter, 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: AARON HIGHUM CONSTRUCTION 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 38231 182 STREET PETERSON, MN 55962 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. AARON CARL HIGHUM 38231 182 STREET, PETERSON, MN 55962 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statues. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Dated: March 17, 2014 Signed: /s/ Aaron Carl Highum, owner Publish 24, 31
Rock Quotes Newburg Township Newburg Township is now accepting bids for crushed rock to be delivered and spread upon township roads as needed or loaded at the pile. Bids must be in the hands of the clerk by 8 p.m. on April 10, 2014. The township reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Genette Halverson Township Clerk Publish 24, 31
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Bristol Center Cemetery Association will be held on March 29, 2014 at 10 a.m. at the Harmony House Restaurant in Harmony, MN. Don Bellingham Secretary/Treasurer Publish 24 FILLMORE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION The Fillmore Cemetery Association annual meeting will be April 5, 2014, at 9 a.m. in the Fillmore Free Methodist Church. Wayne Winslow, President Publish 24, 31
FARM Millers Viewlawn Angus for sale. Private treaty. Yearling bulls and heifers. For your next investment call Larry or Chris 507-743-8370. f17,24,31x 30 ACRES TILLABLE land for sale by owner. Located in Arendahl Township, Section 22, 1.5 miles south of Hwy 30. Available now at $7,000 per acre OBO. Survey is complete. CFD may be available. Call 507-696-5263 or 507-8752659. f17,24-x
A Great Read! FARM FOR SALE: Large net wrapped cornstalk bales. $32 per bale. 507-272-9046. f17,24-x FOR SALE: 80 bails of hay. Call 507460-9886 or 507-765-2309. f24,31- x
Corn Stalk Bales For Sale
1,100 Pound Bales • Chopped & Wrapped $ 40 Each • Delivery Available
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Preston equiPment Jct. 52 & 16, Preston, mn Ph: 507-765-3803
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New JohN deere TracTors • 1025R • 4320 •4720 MFWD Cab • 5100E • 6105D
• 6115D • 6130D • 6150R • 6125R
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• JD 2623 VT Disk 26’ NEW • (2) 980 FC 32’/27 1/2 • 512 Disc Ripper 7 Shank • 39’ JD 726 Finisher • 25’ 230 JD Disc • 24 1/2’ 2210 Field Cutter with Rolling Basket NEW SOLD
Used TracTors • ‘13 6140R Duals H340 Loader SOLD • ‘11 JD 7230 PREM 741 Loader IVT • ‘10 7330 Prem IVT/673 Loader • ‘09 5085M/553 Open ST • ‘09 5065E Open ST/553 • ‘09 6430 2W Prem • ‘08 JD 4720 72” Deck • ‘08 6430 2W Prem • ‘05 7220 MFWD IVT SOLD • (3) 6420 MFWD 640 Loader • Case 5130 MFWD/Loader
PlaNTers • (1) 1750 6r Dry • (1) 1750 6r Lqu • (1) 1770 12r Lqu • (1) 1790 12/24 Lqu • JD 8300 15’ Drill • Case 5300 Drill
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Village Square Restaurant
The
Grand Re-Opening Friday, March 28
New & Improved Menu! •Check out our Facebook Page for new daily specials (lunch & dinner) •Twitter: Ju Ju Pie Lady #VillageSquareOfHarmony Watch for Mexican & Pasta Nights! Prime Rib served 1st Saturdays of Month Fish Fry Friday & Saturday
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