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3-on-3 fundraiser proves our community is a powerful support BY PAILEY GORDON news@fillmorecountyjournal.com
During “Genius Hour” at Chatfield Public Schools, students come up with a project that helps others, helps the world, and helps themselves. Four boys from the Chatfield sixth grade class came up with the idea to do a 3-on-3 basketball tournament that happened on March 16, 2019. It was a fundraiser for the families of Meela Hoover and Gabby Brown, who have been diagnosed with cancer. On March 3, 2017, at the age of three, Meela Hoover was diagnosed with a type of leukemia that affects all of her bone marrow. Gabby Brown has also been diagnosed with leukemia at a young age. She celebrated her first birthday last fall, just days before she was diagnosed. Thankfully, she is expected to be cancer-free by April.
Reggie Allen, Keegan Patten, Aiden Johnsrud, and Westin Nolte worked together to create a very successful fundraiser for two families dealing with their children’s cancer. Photo by Pailey Gordon
R-P waits on new deadline for facility sale BY K IRSTEN ZOELLNER kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com
At the Monday, March 18 Rushford-Peterson School Board meeting, Superintendent Chuck Ehler brought the board up to speed on the pending sale of the former R-P Middle School in Peterson. Last month, the board voted 6:1 to approve the sale of the facility to the Maplewood Group, represented by Roger Anderson. The decision came with reluctance following one sale go-round with
the group already, which was canceled late last year. Last August, the group had agreed to purchase the facility for $115,000, planning to use it as an aviation center, running two different programs from the location: an Airframe and Powerplant license certification program for aviation mechanics and a pilot’s license flight school. Following title and financial issues, the board imposed a December 20, 2018, deadline for a purchase agreement, but the group was unable to make the deadline.
The district placed a new request for bids in January and the winning bidder selected in February. The Maplewood Group was the again the high bidder, but at a drastically reduced purchase amount from the previous bid at just $40,000. Several on the board expressed concern and frustration with the sale. Contingencies were placed on the new sale including See R-P SCHOOL Page 13 ➤
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Keegan Patten, Westin Nolte, Reggie Allen, and Aiden Johnsrud started the fundraiser with a goal of having 20 teams participating at the event. Even with a slow start with one team for about three weeks, they ended up having 53 teams by the day of the fundraiser, absolutely crushing their original goal. It was $40 per team to enter, which means that with just the teams that entered put the amount raised at $2,120. When I talked with Keegan, Westin, Reggie, and Aiden, they said that their goal by the end of the day of the fundraiser was $4,000 in total. The total has yet to be added up. The boys told me that their favorite part about starting this fundraiser was getting the first couple of teams registered. They said it gave them a sense See FUNDRAISER Page 2 ➤
Glad to be here BY JASON SETHRE jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com
“Glad to be here” seemed to resonate with the crowd at the 13th annual Preston Area Community Foundation dinner and auction on the evening of March 11, 2019. The event has historically been held at the Branding Iron Supper Club in Preston, Minn., but due to the restaurant being closed, the PACF board of directors opted to host the event at the community center in Fountain, Minn.
With the event hosted in Fountain, there was a strong presence of Fountain ambassadors, such as Mayor Jim Schott, and a few city council members. The crowd presented a nice mix of Preston and Fountain community leaders and business owners. The program started with a welcome message by PACF board member and F & M Community Bank President Charles Aug, who can always carry the crowd with a witty Ole See PACF Page 9 ➤
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of achievement and knowing that they are doing something good for the families of Gabby and Meela made them feel very proud. The boys also talked about how they hope for this to become an annual event so they can keep giving back to families who may be struggling. When I asked what the boys learned from this fundraiser, Aiden Johnsrud said, “I think what we learned from this is that even if you are little, you can still do things like this.” And Reggie said, “Even to just to have a family member laugh, who is dealing with cancer or their kid having cancer, I think it really pushes us to do this.” At the tournament, there was a gym full of basketball games with people of ages third grade
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all the way to adults playing. There was a cafeteria full of people conversing and enjoying the concessions, but there was something that caught my eye when I walked in. That was the cards made for Meela and Gabby. At these stations with the cards, anyone could sign them and leave a message they wanted for the girls. On them were positive messages, encouraging the girls to keep on fighting and how they are doing an amazing job. The community has been rooting for these girls since they have been diagnosed and have continually shown that through the months of Gabby’s treatments and the years of Meela’s treatments. For the future, the boys hope for this to be an annual event so they can keep raising money for families who need it. They also hope to get as many volunteers as possible if this tournament continues. It is fundraisers like these that bring communities together and help families that may need that little boost of confidence. Our community is very good at showing the families that they have an army behind them willing to help them fight
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Although 53 teams of all ages from miles away played in the recent Chatfield fundraiser, a number were young locals, including those shown here from Chatfield and Lanesboro. Photo by Pailey Gordon through the tough times. The boys seemed very proud of the work they had done, and they should very well be. If you would like to help with any fundraisers like this one, consider donating or volunteering.
Something as little as a couple of dollars or a couple of hours of volunteering can help so much. If you have a cause you want to fundraise for, be like Keegan, Westin, Reggie, and Aiden, and commit to what
Photos from Chatfield Hoops 3-on-3 fundraiser
you stand for. Get help from the community. Like Keegan and Westin both brought up during the interview, it doesn’t matter the age you are to make a change for someone and their family.
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C OMMENTARY Ten things you get used to as a parent By Eric Leitzen Hokah, MN 10. Slime. It’s everywhere: coming out of every part of your darling children, being made by your darling children out of what was once a painstakingly homemade dinner, and suddenly appearing on your clothes and you just. Don’t know. How. Everything is slimy Eric Leitzen and it’s best not to think about it. 9. Repetition. You will watch the same episode of “Paw Patrol” 400 times. Do not question. Do not try to escape. Submit your-
self to the policies of the Patrol. Do not yelp, for there is no help. 8. A workout. Five years ago I would definitely have to psych myself up to climb two sets of stairs carrying 25 pounds. Now? That’s bedtime. As soon as the kids grow into the non-bonkers age, I’m going to have to start shot-putting Volkswagens to get the same experience. 7. A lack of shame. Imaginary picnics, wearing a princess crown, singing the opening theme of Paw Patrol at the top of your lungs, whatever. If it makes those little spuds smile, you do it. Especially during potty training. Fun fact: I used to nearly gag as a child just by pulling out the sink stopper after doing the dishes. Now I reach my hand in,
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grab some soggy mass of what was once food, and chuck it without even blinking. 6. A lack of sleep. Saturday, 6:30 a.m. and the silence is shattered over the monitor: “MAMA, MAMA, MAMA, UPPY, UPPY, UPPY. DADDY? DADDY! UPPY DADDY UPPY!” This is almost always following by the two-year-old rattling the security gate like he’s Al Pacino in Dog Day Afternoon. 5. Taking a punch. Your little rays of sunshine will just haul off and belt you one. Or kick you in unpleasant places. Or headbutt you like an MMA champion. Keep your gloves up or you might lose a tooth. 4. Throwing things away. It’s hard the first time you throw
out a partially slimy piece of paper with purple crayon scribbled on it because, “It’s you at work, Daddy!” but you get used to it. If you don’t, you find yourself able to wallpaper every room in your house with scribbles, dribbles, and reports of when they filled their pants... and all of them pre-moistened! 3. Chaos. There will be screaming, things falling, a cat complaining, and cereal flying everywhere... at the same time. This is your life now. 2. Losing it. There are times when you’ll break. Maybe you’ll shout, maybe you’ll hide in the bathroom for a few minutes, maybe you’ll eat half a pack of Oreos as soon as they go to bed... and it’s all okay, because... 1. Getting it back: No matter how slimy, crazy, or painful it gets, you’ll get a hug out of
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nowhere, or your little adorables will say something so darn earnest and sweet, or you’ll catch them sharing or actually having fun without breaking anything... and you’ll remember exactly why you wanted to have these tiny little humans-in-training in your house. For all of the madness, for all of the desperate bathroom cookies... it’s worth it. The world may be absolutely crazy right now, and the IPCC says we only have about 12 years left before Climate Change goes completely off the rails... but for just a half hour, let’s forget about that and snuggle up with our kids before the episode is over and they punch us in the throat again. Sometimes, Paw Patrol doesn’t just save the citizens of Adventure Bay, sometimes they save mom and dad, too.
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C OMMENTARY Letter about the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act... To the Editor, It deeply saddens me that our two senators, Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith, voted NO to the “Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act (S.311).” This is a commonsense bill protecting children who have been born alive. The bill needed 60 votes but failed 53-44. All who voted NO were democrats. How
is it possible that infanticide is a partisan issue? Should not both political parties agree that once a baby is born alive that the child has a right to receive health care and the right to expect the doctor to help, not kill? We are going down a very slippery slope. Who will be next....the disabled, the mentally ill, the elderly, you, me? Jan Poldervaard Spring Valley, Minn.
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Grant will aid farmers in moving from grade B to grade A milk production The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is offering a new grant program to help Minnesota dairy producers move from Grade B status to Grade A status and help Grade A producers maintain their status. “Our dairy farmers have been struggling with low prices for years, and now they’re challenged with surviving this tough winter weather,” said Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen. “This new grant program should provide a significant boost to many dairies in the
state.” Producers may apply for up to $10,000 with no matching requirement. Eligible costs include the equipment, services, and physical improvements needed to meet or maintain Grade A dairy farm and quality standards. Proposals are due at 4 p.m. on May 1, 2019. For more information and to apply, producers may visit the AGRI Dairy Farm Improvement Grant webpage https://www.mda. state.mn.us/business-dev-loans-grants/ agri-dairy-farm-improvement-grant.
The importance of organ donation... To the Editor, Ah, spring – time for new growth and hope. Now, imagine being a plant that is struggling to stay alive and looking for hope when suddenly it rains and the fertilizer kicks in and the plant begins to grow and prosper. This is very much like being a patient in need of a transplant. They are struggling to stay alive and then suddenly, an organ, tissue or bone marrow donation comes along. The patient now has hope, and with the great medical advances available today, they can once again enjoy the elements that spring brings. For a transplant patient to have this hope, more people need to sign up for being an organ donor. Every day 22 people die while waiting for an organ to be available. Please consider being an organ donor. It is easy to sign up, you can check the box when renewing your driver’s, fishing or hunting license or go to registerme.org. Thank you, Tammy Danielson Fountain, MN Employee of Mayo Clinic Transplant Center
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FILLMORE COUNTY TOWNSHIP ELECTION RESULTS FROM MARCH 12, 2019 Township
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OBITUARIES Irvin H. Feine Irvin H. Feine, 88, of Rushford, Minn., died Wednesday, March 13, 2019, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, Wis. Irvin was born on the family farm near Rushford on December 20, 1930, to Hubert and Emma (Erdman) Feine. Irvin was raised on the farm where Irvin H. Feine he lived and worked as a dairy farmer all his life. He was united in marriage with Marilyn Luhmann on March 24, 1951. He was a lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hart, Minn., where he served on the church board. Irvin enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family. He is survived by five children: Doug (Bev) Feine of Stewartville, Minn., Melanie (Herman) Laumb of Houston, Minn., Calvin (Lynn) Feine of Stewartville, Minn., Dean (Laurie) Feine of Rushford, Minn., and Anne (David) Dahlen of Zumbrota, Minn.; 13 grandchildren: Eric (Kim) Feine, Leslie (Chris) Nelson, Walter Laumb, Leland (Cherise) Laumb, Kari (fiance Jeremie) Laumb, Nicklolas (Kari) Feine, Janelle (Charlie) Dahl, Chris (Jenny) Feine, Cory (Melissa) Feine, Clayton (Jena) Feine, Paul Dahlen, and Luke Dahlen; four step-grandchildren, 24 greatgrandchildren and two more on the way, two sisters, Irene Heiden
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of Rushford, and Elaine Jensen of Milwaukee, Wis.; and by a sister-in-law, Lillian Gravos of Rushford. He was preceded in death by his wife and four siblings: Alvin, Viola, La Verne, and Lucille. Funeral service for Irvin was held 2 p.m. on Monday, March 18, 2019, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hart, Minn., with the Reverend Harold Hintzman officiating. Burial took place in the church cemetery. Visitation was 4-6 p.m. on Sunday at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Rushford and one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. The family prefers memorials to St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hart, Minn., American Heart Association, or American Diabetes Association. Dorothy Jean Himli Dorothy was born in Amherst (rural Canton) to Harry and Laura (Stensgard) Kuyath on June 21, 1927. When she was a child her family moved to L a ne s b or o, where she graduated in 1945. She continued her education at Winona State Univer- Dorothy Himli sity. Dorothy passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019. She married Raymond Clifford Himli on December 12, 1946, at the Lanesboro Bethlehem Lutheran parsonage. They began their journey in Lanesboro, with Ray developing his cooking skills at www.traditionspreston.com 1-507-765-3837 E.O.E
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many restaurants. They moved to Preston, started Ray’s Supper Club in Fountain, and eventually moved to Fountain. They returned to Lanesboro and ran the Dew Drop Inn for four years. After that venture they moved back to Fountain and operated Ray’s Supper Club until retirement in 1992. Customers still reminisce about the fun and good times they had at Ray’s, dancing and enjoying the delicious chicken and fish. Dorothy took good care of customers, kids, and Ray for many years. After a short retirement they opened Ray-andDot’s drive-in in Fountain until Ray’s death in 2003. Dorothy was a charter member of the Happy Hour Club in Lanesboro, an active and dedicated member of the Fountain Lutheran Church, WELCA, church choir, and an officer of the Fountain American Legion auxiliary. Dorothy enjoyed crocheting, embroidery, making quilts for family and the church, reading, traveling the U.S. on Amtrak, and she always had cookies in the cookie jar. Dorothy is survived by her children James (DeeAnn) of Fountain, Kevin of Preston, Carol (Jay) Brossoit of Dexter, Jeffrey of Lewiston, Doug (Amanda) of Cresco, Iowa, Gerald of California, son-in-law Duane Dahl of Preston; numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, brothers Duane, Carl, and Curt; daughter Sharon, two granddaughters, and one daughter-in-law. Visitation for Dorothy will be held 10-11 a.m. Friday, March 29 at the Fountain Lutheran Church, with memorial service at 11 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Fountain Lutheran Church. Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield is assisting the Himli family with arrangements. To share a condolence with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes. com. Joanna Elaine Mensink Joanna Elaine Mensink, 53, of rural Spring Valley, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 11, 2019, surrounded by her family and friends. Joanna was born May 1, 1965, in Dixon, Ill., to Roberta and
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The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County John Smith Sr. Joanna and her family settled in Minnesota in 1992. On June 3, 1995, Joanna married Brent Mensink at Saetersdal Lutheran Church, Harmony, Minn. Together they united their families and raised three children and many animals. S h e enjoyed sewing, camping, fishing, gardening, crafting, collecting, cooking and entertaining Joanna family and Mensink friends. Joanna had a special love and bond for animals and would have stories to tell about all of them. Joanna worked as a cook, housekeeper and caregiver. She will be best known for her spunk, strength and perseverance. Joanna is survived by her husband Brent Mensink, rural Spring Valley; daughters Amber Thompson (Dan Erdman), Spring Valley, Minn., and Jennifer Mensink, Spring Valley, Minn.; son Steven (Mandy) Mensink, Austin, Minn.; 13 grandchildren, brother Jacob Smith, Alta Vista, Iowa; sister Dolly (Rick) Hovey, Lime Springs, Iowa; father- and mother-in-law Marlo and Janice Mensink, Preston, Minn.; sisterin-law, Andrea (Steve) Atwood, Spring Valley, Minn.; brother- inlaw Derek Mensink (Rachel Bishop), Lino Lakes. Minn.; sister inlaw Natalie (Jeff) Atwood, Spring Valley, Minn.; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, several aunts and uncles, cousins, and one nephew. A memorial service was held Saturday, March 23 at 1 p.m.
Larry Alan Mikkelson Larry Alan Mikkelson, age 72, of Harmony, Minn., died peacefully on March 16, 2019, at Gundersen Harmony Care Center after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Memorial services were held 11 a.m. Wed ne sday, March 20, 2019, at Larry the Canton Mikkelson Scotland Presbyterian Church, 104 West Fillmore Ave, Canton, Minn., Friends called from 10 a.m. until time of services at the church. Lindstrom Funeral Home in Harmony assisted the family. Larry was born August 7, 1946, at Prairie du Chien, Wis., to Melenor and Joyce (LaPointe) Mikkelson. He was a the oldest of four children. He attended school in West Union and Cresco, Iowa. Larry graduated from high school in Harmony, Minn., where he was an active wrestler. He attended Winona State College, where he received a BS in biology. In 1967 he married Jackie Rustan; they lived in Faribault and Northfield, Minn. Into this union were born two daughters, they later divorced. He married Terri Murphy in 2001 at the historic Lenora Methodist Church. They resided in Harmony, Minn., until 2015 when Larry became a resident of Gundersen Harmony Care Center. Larry spent most of See OBITUARIES Page 7 ➤
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his life in the insurance business working for Tri State Insurance of Luverne, Minn., and later had his own agency in Harmony. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed planting many apple and pine trees and always planted a large garden. He was an active member of Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, National Turkey Foundation, MN Pheasants Inc., and the Canon River Sportsman’s Club. He was also a beloved coach for Special Olympics. Larry loved spending time with his two grandsons, teaching them to fish and garden. Larry was an active member of the Canton Scotland Presbyterian Church of Canton, Minn. Larry is survived by his wife Terri, of Harmony; a daughter, Lori (Blake) Wiedner of Lakeville, Minn.; two stepdaughters, Deena Murphy of Norwalk, Wis., and Erin Murphy of Mount Pleasant, Tex.; two grandsons, Jack and Max Wiedner of Lakeville, Minn.; his father, Melenor Mikkelson of Harmony; three siblings: Sherry Miller, of Frankfort, Mich., Gary Mikkelson of Eyota, Minn., and Tami Hoag of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; and his special Aunt Karen Morris of Harmony. Larry is preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Mikkelson and a daughter, Barbie Mikkelson. Robert O. Olson Grandpa Ted’s words of wis-
dom, “If the roof doesn’t leak, you’ve got a good bed to sleep in and plenty to eat and you can still work, don’t complain,” certainly rang true in the life of his son Robert O. (Bob) Olson of L a ne s b or o, Minn. Bob and his twin Robert O. brother RayOlson mond were born to T.D. and Jeanette (Honsey) Olson on October 21, 1917, in Pilot Mound Township where Bob and his brothers Herold, Tillman, Reuben, and Ernie attended country school and worked the family farm. The boys’ mother passed away at an early age and they were ultimately raised by their stepmom, Olga Ladsten. Bob passed away on March 18, 2019. With extremely hard economic times looming, at age 17 Bob joined the Civilian Conservation Corps, moving to a CCC camp in Two Harbors, Minn., where he earned $25 a month, of which $20 was sent back home to his parents and siblings to financially assist them during the Great Depression. While in Two Harbors he worked from sun up to sun down cutting brush. In the spring of 1935 Bob was able to move closer to home, working in the CCC Camps in Plainview, Elba (Whitewater State Park) and finally to a camp in Lanesboro.
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and Lena joke. Preston United Methodist Church Pastor Pam Seebach provided the invocation. The crowd was pleasantly presented with a feast catered onsite by Estelle’s Eatery & Bar with Chef Matt Brown and his crew. As attendees enjoyed some world class beef brisket or chicken, Charles Aug again stepped up to the plate to present guest speaker Mike McCabe. But, not without a crowd-pleasing pilot joke. Former TopGun Pilot and Naval Aviation Leader Mike McCabe then took the crowd to new heights with a presentation that has been revered by attendees as one of the best they’ve ever experienced. “My grandfather saw his first
plane in 1911,” shared McCabe. “He learned how to fly from Charles Lindberg.” McCabe explained how his father’s story was portrayed by Tom Cruise in the famous movie Top Gun. Mike’s father was a World War II Navy pilot, which inspired McCabe to aim high. As Mike McCabe progressed throughout his military career, he grew in his leadership role from overseeing 300 officers to a total of more than 60,000 military personnel. And, with that leadership role, he was in charge of a $96 billion budget. Former Navy Admiral McCabe talked about how the Blue Angels work to improve their performance over and over, debriefing after each air show. “This is about teamwork. That’s the key to their success.” They have a “purpose greater
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Monday, March 25, 2019 than self,” he shared. “Culture is important. Nothing beats a strong culture.” He shared a number of videos in which Blue Angels pilots flew their planes in such synchronicity that they could trust each other enough to fly their wings within 36 inches of each other. It’s all about trust. “Why do they fly so close to each other?” asked McCabe. “Because they can!” They do it to avoid complacency. They start out at about 10 feet apart when flying together and continue to work on improving their trust and performance as a team. The Blue Angels improve by 300% per year. “The key to success is debriefing. Human nature is to not admit when we’ve made a mistake,” offered McCabe. Debriefing is always about getting better as a team. As McCabe pointed out with all of the behind-the-scenes videos showcasing the Blue Angels pilots, each member of the team points out what they could have done better for the sake of the team, and how they misread or miscommunicated as a team member. Each pilot ends their time at the debriefing table with the phrase “glad to be here.” McCabe expanded on how all of this related to the attendees of the Preston Area Community Foundation dinner and auction
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event. “This whole organization is all about trust and focusing on sustaining that.” As stated in the PACF press release about McCabe, “having survived air combat, the 9/11 attacks, and cancer, Mike embodies the spirit of ‘Glad To Be Here’ and lives in a pay it forward mode, bringing his storied experience and passion to helping teams and leaders.” “I’ve lived a blessed life,” concluded McCabe, “The number one relationship I have is with the Lord.” PACF Year in Review Following Mike McCabe’s presentation, F & M Community Bank Vice President Mary Schwarz gave the crowd a year in review. The Preston Area Community Foundation helped to raise $224,000 from more than 375 donors for the veterans home in Preston. “We had donations come from all over the state of Minnesota,” shared Schwarz. “It has been truly amazing the amount of support this project has had from the entire area.” Also, in 2018, the PACF supported the following projects with grant funds. basketball hoops. child restraint and public AED.
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Fundraising for the PACF was comprised of two main events. The annual dinner raised $21,000 in 2018, and the Give to the Max one-day campaign in November raised over $18,500 on that single day in 2018. Recognition award After Mary Schwarz concluded the year in review for 2018, Wayne Dreier, a great ambassador of the PACF, took to the microphone to call upon F & M Community Bank CEO Dan Christianson to join him at the podium. Standing before a large crowd of PACF supporters, Dan Christianson was presented an award of recognition for his unrelenting support of the foundation. Christianson worked closely with former Mayor Dick Nelson to help get the Preston Area Community Foundation off the ground. He also served on the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation board of directors. Through Christianson’s leadership, his bank has continuously and generously supported the PACF with matching funds that have benefiting community projects in the Preston and Fountain area. Upon receiving the award, See PACF Page 11 ➤
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FILLMORE COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE – FILLMORE COUNTY COURTHOUSE PO BOX 67, PRESTON, MN 55965 PUBLIC NOTICE FOR 2019 BOARDS OF APPEAL AND EQUALIZATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Boards of Appeal and Equalization of the Townships and Cities of the County of Fillmore shall meet at the office or in said locations listed below. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether taxable property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor, and to determine whether corrections need to be made for the 2019 Assessment year, 2020 Payable. Date April 8, 2019 April 9, 2019 April 9, 2019 April 10, 2019 April 10, 2019 April 11, 2019 April 15, 2019 April 16, 2019 April 16, 2019 April 17, 2019 April 22, 2019 May 8, 2019 May 13, 2019
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Name Beaver Amherst Harmony Fillmore Pilot Mound Preston Carimona Forestville Rushford Village Preston Rushford Holt Lanesboro
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Location Town Hall Town Hall Council Room Town Hall Town Hall Preston Emergency Services Bldg. Preston Emergency Services Bldg. Town Hall City Hall Council Room City Hall Sons of Norway Hall, Lanesboro Lanesboro Community Center
The following cities and townships will be having open book meetings at the Fillmore County Assessor’s Office located in the Fillmore County Courthouse at the dates and times listed below.
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DERMATITIS MITES DUST MOLD FOODS MUCUS HAY FEVER NOSE HEPA PRESSURE HISTAMINE REACTION HIVES RELIEF IMMUNOTHERAPY SINUS INDEX SNEEZING INFLAMMATION SWELLING The Fillmore County Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at 6:30 the County Courthouse Commissioner’s Room. p.m. inFillmore the Fillmore Fillmore County Courthouse Commissioner’s Room. INHALER TRIGGERS thein County Courthouse Commissioner’s Room. 9 at p.m. 6:30 in for an Please call 507-765-3868 before Friday, 31,,2019 for anappointment appointment you wish to attend this County IRRITATING Please call 507-765-3868 before Friday, May May 31, 2019 for9an appointment if youifwish to attend this County LUNGS ifAnswers you wish to on attend this31 County meeting and you have met the criteria for appealing at this meeting. pg.
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Fillmore County Sports Rockets Top Trojans in Semifinals By Paul Trende One thing has been certain the last three decades in Section 1A basketball: Rushford-Peterson. Most of the time, they are the favorite. And even in odd instances when they aren’t, the road to the Section 1A title usually goes through them nonetheless. Well, 2018-2019 was an odd instance. First year Head Coach Chris Drinkall brought an extremely young Trojan squad (3-seed, 18-10) to a 1A semifinal contest with Rand o l p h ( 2 - s e e d , THE TRENDE 25-2). Of REPORT the seven players to see minutes in crunch time, six were underclassmen. The Rockets, on the other hand, Paul Trende p l a y e d seven. All were either juniors or seniors. Trojan nation had high hopes. R-P beat Spring Grove, which beat Randolph. But like a holiday meeting between the two teams, won 65-46 by team R-squared, a play-off game turned into a double digit affair. Randolph hit the offensive glass and hit shots from deep. Six of their eight first half field goals were from range (6 of 16). Four of those makes critically came after offensive rebounds. Randolph had more offensive boards (10) than R-P had defensive (9) in the first half, and the Rockets capitalized with 14 second-chance-points. The score was 17-17 with around 8:00 left in the stanza. R-P notched just one field goal the rest of the way, and Randolph went to half up 27-20. To start the second half, the Rockets got hot from deep. They hit five of their first eight threes. The lead ballooned to 42-26. R-P then scored six straight (42-32), but Randolph replied with seven straight (4932). Despite Trojan lone senior Landon Skalet going out with a bang (he scored 16 straight second half Trojan points), it would be Randolph’s night. The Rockets hit 13 of 16 free throws down the stretch to insure a comfortable 70-53 victory. Nick Drinken, a 6’2” senior guard, led the way, hitting 6 of 7 threes (6 of 10 FGs) for a team-high 18 points and 8 rebounds. Leading scorer Carsyn Gunderson had 17 points (4-13 threes, 5-6 FTs). Isaac Stoesz added 10 interior points (5-5 FGs) off the bench while Joey Erickson and Alex Wille each had 9. Skalet had a gamehigh 25 points (3-6 threes, 10-15 FGs) to lead the Trojans. Luke O’Hare added 9 (pts), 5 (rebs), and 4 (asts), Kobe Lind and Justin Ruberg each 7 (pts) and 5 (rebs). The Rockets were plus 21-points from distance, hitting
12 of 28 threes (42.9%) to R-P’s 5 of 15 (33.3%). The stronger and longer Rockets finished with 17 total offensive rebounds for 23 second-chance-points. R-P had 10 offensive boards, but just four resulting points. The Trojans’ season finishes at 18-11. It was a solid transition year, as R-P went from a long-time venerable coach and a state-making senior class in 2017-2018, to a new coach and youthful group. Four-year player, three-year starter, on-target three-point shooter, Skalet, will certainly be missed. Randolph went on to lose to Spring Grove 72-54 in the Section title game. The Lions jumped out 18-3 and senior guard Alex Folz pumped in 33 points. He had three points last season when R-P beat SG for the Section title. The Lions, and 24-year coach Wade Grinde (assisted by good friend Tom Vix), earned their first state berths ever.
9th Annual Girls Basketball All-County Team
In girls basketball, it was the year of Rostad and Buchholtz, the year of the break-out player.
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Alyssa Rostad (5‘5” senior G, Houston): It was a second straight stellar year for Houston’s strong, strong-shooting fifth year player. Rostad averaged 19.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 3.2 steals per game, while hitting 68 of 159 threes (43%) and 125 of 155 free throws (81%). She scored in double figures every game but one (the season-opener), ending on a 26-game streak. A-Rost hit double figures in every game but one as a junior too (18.9 points, 5.8 re b o u n d s ) . R o s t a d surpassed Kelly Jerviss (1,258) as H o u s t o n’s all-time leading girls scorer, then Andy Alyssa Rostad Sires (1,673) as the school’s all-time leading scorer. Finishing with 1,756 points, Rostad is only the fourth girl amongst Journal covered schools to ever score 1,700 points (R-P’s Brianna Koop, 2,087, R-P’s Jade Pelzl 1,747, FC’s Connor Nagle 1,700). She led Houston to another good season (16-11), a second SEC-East title (shared). Mind you, Houston’s girls didn’t have a winning season ever prior to last year. For Rostad’s career, she hit double-digits 87 times, scored 20 or more 32 times (career-high of 38 versus Byron this year). Hit 241 of 696 total career threepointers (34.6%), ending with 13 straight games of double-digit made threes. Hit 441 of 569 career free throws (77.5%). At two-time All-SEC 1st team selection and was as All-SEC 2nd team as a sophomore. Lauren Buchholtz (5’9” senior G/F, Kingsland): It was a stellar
year for the Knights’ near-therim player. The fifth-year standout averaged a double-double (17.8 PPG, 10.4 RPG, 4.2 APG, 2.0 SPG), recording 14 of them (including four 15/15 games). L.B. scored in double digits in all but one game (8 points) and hit 102 free throws. Had a tripledouble versus SG and a couple near-misses. Buchholtz surpassed Paisley Larson (1,296) as the Knights all-time girls leading scorer, then Josh Hagen (1,512) as the school’s all-time scorer, setting the new marks at 1,548. Team-wise, Lauren led the young Knights to a solid season (16-10) including a shared SECEast title. The last four years, she’s been a part of teams that Lauren averaged 16 Buchholtz wins. Over the last four seasons, she’s posted 73 double-digit scoring games and 26 games of 20 or more points (three 30-point games). A two-time All-TRC pick heading into the season, with a 1st Team All-SEC designation, she becomes the rare three-time All-league pick. Emma Geiwitz (5’9” sophomore G, Houston): The ‘Canes double-break-out player, Gewitz broke onto the scene this year averaging 18.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 4.9 steals. Her numbers as a freshman were 4.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.3 steals. She did so by breaking away into the open-court, scoring a multitude of baskets in fastbreak fashion. Had 13 games of 20 or more points, going all-out in those high-scoring contests; averaged 25.5 PPG when she hit for over 20 points. Made 17 field goals in a career-high 36-point night versus A-C/G-E. Teamed with Rostad to help Houston to a second SEC-East title (shared) and form one the SEC’s most prolific scoring duos. An All-SEC 2nd team selection. E l l i e Bu c h h o l t z (5’8” sopho- Emma Geiwitz more G/F, Kingsland): While her older sister Lauren grabbed all the big brass rings, Ellie emerged to have a near equally great season. E.B. averaged 16.2 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 2.5 steals per game, improving greatly from freshman year (8.6, 6.4, 3.0, & 2.6). Ellie scored in double digits in all but two games and had six games of 20 or more points (including 28 twice, 31, & 32). Hit a team-best 50 threes. Through her first three years (8th, frosh, sophomore), sister Lauren scored 546 points. Ellie is at 665 after
just her freshman and sophomore campaigns. The last two years, the Buchholtzes combined to score 1,669 points! After being AllTRC HM last year, makes All-SEC 2nd Team this year. Kandace Sikkink (5’8” junior F, Fillmore Central): Powered Ellie Buchholtz her way onto the scene to a break-out season of her own. After averaging 3.8 (pts) and 3.3 (rebs) as a sophomore, the strong interior player averaged team-highs in points (12.9) and rebounds (9.4) while adding some steals (1.6) this year. Over her last 20 games, Sikkink scored in double digits 18 times, posting eight double-doubles while averaging 15.2 (pts) and 10.7 (rebs). Hit 102 free throws. Helped FC to a good 17-9 campaign. An AllTRC selection.
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Payton Danielson (5‘4“ junior G, MabelCanton): For a second straight year, the diminutive quickguard led the Cougars in everyKandace thing, scoring Sikkink (11.5 PPG), rebounding (8.2 RPG), assists (3.1 APG), and steals (3.6 SPG). Made 50 of 68 free throws (74%). Had nine double-doubles and a triple-double. Topped 1,000 career points. At nearly 1,300 points for her career, Danielson will likely use a steady six-year approach to becoming M-C’s alltime girl’s leading scorer (1,578), its all-time leading scorer period. All-SEC 2nd Team for a third time. A b b e y Hoegh (5’9” senior G, RushfordPe t e r s o n ) : After sitting out a year per transfer, the Trojans most Payton skilled ballDanielson handler and scorer did a lot of each. If the TRC had a Newcomer of the Year, she would be it after averaging 18.6 PPG. Hoegh scored in double figures 22 times in 26 games, topping 20 points ten times. Averaged 20 PPG over her last 20 games and hit 49 threes, including three or more in a game six times. An AllTRC selection. Maddy Michels (5’6” senior F, MabelCanton): The county’s mostimproved, and a breakout player, Abbey Hoegh
the multi-year varsity veteran averaged team second-bests in points (10.8) and rebounds (5.6). Michels used her athleticism to score 292 points via 15 doubledigit games. The four previous years combined, she tallied 256 points with just one single-digit scoring game. All-SEC HM. Emma Breitsprecher (5’8” junior G/F, Fillmore Central): Headed the Falcons’ full-court press, FC’s most versatile player, Emma B. averaged 8.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.6 steals per game. An All-TRC selection. Paige Donlinger (5’3” senior G, Fillmore Central): The Falcons high-speed four-year guard, averaged 9.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game. All-TRC HM after being All-TRC as a junior. Honorable Mentions Madison Scheevel (5’4” senior G, Fillmore Central): The Falcons’ designated shooter, averaged a team second-best 10.3 points by making 2.7 threes per game. Hit 72 threes including three or more in a game 16 times (216 of her 268 points came from deep). AllTRC HM. Kassidy Broadwater (5’6” junior G, Fillmore Central): Had a season where she played a bit like older stat-book stuffing sister Kenzie. Kassidy put up wellrounded numbers: 5.6 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 4.1 steals. Had four games of at least five in all four categories. Had a gamehigh of at least 7 in every category. Alanna Goetzinger (5’11” senior C, Chatfield): Led Gophers in scoring (9.5) and rebounding (8.2). Had eight doubledoubles. Averaged 17.3 (pts) and 11.3 (rebs) her last four games. All-TRC HM for a second time. Emily Snyder (5’9” senior, Lanesboro): Led Burros in scoring (9.9) and rebounding (8.5) while adding some steals (1.8). Notched seven double-doubles. A four-year varsity contributor. AllSEC HM. Megan Oian (5’8” senior F, Rushford-Peterson): The Trojans second leading scorer (8.7 PPG) and a feisty rebounder, the team’s top rebounder (at least 7 RPG). All-TRC HM. Tessa McMahon (5’4” freshman G, Chatfield): Young guard had noteworthy first varsity season, averaging a well-rounded 7.6 points (team second-best), 3.1 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 2.0 steals per. Three best games came in last third of season. All-TRC HM. Becca Rostad (5’4” sophomore G, Houston): The ‘Canes third scorer behind sister Alyssa and Geiwitz, B-Rostad averaged 9.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game. All-SEC HM. Silja Erickson (5’10” junior F, Chatfield): Gophers defender, averaged 6.5 (pts) and 5.7 (rebs). All-TRC HM. Sam Wernimont (5’4” sophomore G, Kingsland): The Knights sixth-person, averaged 6.6 PPG off the bench, hitting 43 threes. All-SEC HM.
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F & M Community Bank CEO Dan Christianson received an Award of Recognition from the Preston Area Community Foundation for his leadership and support for the organization, drawing a standing ovation at the annual dinner and auction on March 11, 2019. Photo by Alyssa Wray
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Christianson received a standing ovation. Following a brief acceptance speech by Christianson, SMIF President and CEO Tim Penny stood up and thanked Dan Christianson for his support for SMIF, PACF, and the Preston and Fountain communities. Concluding ceremonies Matt Gehling with Gehling Auction Co. LLC conducted the live auction, generating excite-
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ment in the room as bidders raised their hands for the good of the PACF. With Scheevel & Sons providing four hours of dirt work, Gary Hellickson providing a whole hog, and Dave Mensink providing a private flying experience in his plane, the auction had something of interest for everyone. Silent auction winners were announced. Charles Aug closed with a thank you to everyone for attending and showing support for the PACF.
By Kirsten Zoellner Nestled into the convergence of several valleys along Root River, Rush Creek, and Pine Creek, Rushford Village saw rapid winter snowpack melting and adding to already rainsoaked areas. At the Tuesday, March 19 council meeting, gratitude was expressed to all who volunteered to help get the water moving before serious damage was done. “I think you’re all aware of what we were dealt this past week,” noted Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck. “We’re dealing with the aftermath.” “I want to personally say thanks to all who helped. The water just seemed to run the wrong way,” said Johnson. “It came up quickly. When we got over there, there was even more issues than we expected.” “They multiplied,” chimed in Scheck. According to Johnson, a large portion of the help came from the Rushford Volunteer Fire Department, Johnson’s Rolling Acres, who provided a 10-inch manure pump to move the water quickly, and Generation X Construction, who aided in moving snow from ditches to get culverts flowing. In addition, free meals for those working the two days were given. “It was a collective effort for sure,” added Johnson. “It brings teamwork to a new level. Everyone stepped up and went above and beyond. It was amazing to see that kind of support.” An informal road tour was done by Johnson and Sheck March 15. Unpaved roads, including Vogen Road in the northern portion of the city, were notably the worst, but even paved Cooperative Way, running between Highways 16 and 30, saw large volumes of water. “It’s amazing how much water was running across street,” said Johnson. “It was a little river of its own. All in all, I think our roads fared well. Travis has been pecking away at them.” “There’s no such thing as a great road around here right now,” noted Councilor Dennis Overland. In the last 40 years, we’ve never seen water like that.” Overland further suggested that while the weather complicated things, there may be other issues going in. “We need to get the water in the direction it needs to go.” “Once we got water flowing into the ditches, the state
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Public Works continues to be non-flushable materials clogging up the city sewer system. This week, Scheck noted both catch baskets were plugged, which caused both system motors to trip out. Should issues continue, it was noted the city will have to raise rates to counter the effects of the problem. Zoning Administrator Jon Pettit will be attending flood training in Albert Lea March 20. He noted that new Department of Natural Resources flood maps are expected to be available. Without further issues, the new maps will go into effect August 15. The last mapping was done in 1987. In other agenda business, the council unanimously approved Ordinance #19 providing for the Regulation of Small Cell Wireless Telecommunication Facilities with Public Right-ofWay. City Attorney Tom Manion and the Planning and Zoning Commission have reviewed the document and both recommended approval. The council also unanimously approved the appointment of Rick Ruberg to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Ruberg will take the seat left vacant by Bruce Hovland’s resignation last fall. The Spring clean-up is slated for Saturday, May 11, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. The annual Spring Road Tour for the full council is scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, at 5:30 p.m., prior to council meeting. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, April 2, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Preston approves purchase of veterans home site By Karen Reisner At the March 18 Preston City Council meeting, the purchase of 16.6 acres from Robert Doherty was unanimously approved. The total cost for the property is $232,400. The city paid $15,000 against the purchase price months ago to extend the option. The remaining cost for the city is $217,400. This is about an acre and a half more than the city initially intended to purchase. The state requested the extra area for
grading and slope mostly along the future access road off of Golfview Drive. City Administrator Joe Hoffman said the state will get us a clean legal description of the final boundaries. City Attorney Dwight Luhmann expects the description and title work to be available in a few days. An option agreement for the 16.6 acres between the city and the state of Minnesota was also approved; it will allow for the conveyance of the property from the city to the state.
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immediate payment of $3,000 in penalty fees and exclusion of any kind of timeline extension. Ehler indicated to the board at the March 18 meeting that a purchase agreement was drafted and signed. March 22 was the deadline for the Maplewood Group to secure financing. Ehler indicated he would update the board via email on the status. Another party did view the site, but withdrew their consideration after indicating they couldn’t generate the cash flow needed. In other news, the board approved the retirement of three teachers: Patty McAllister (second grade), Cheri Vix (high school special education), and Jim Reinhardt (high school math). Both McAllister and Vix are taking advantage of early retirement incentive packages. Reinhardt retired from the district initially in 2007, but was hired back, teaching just one to two classes a day. His retirement this time is permanent. In his monthly report, Superintendent Ehler discussed the redevelopment of former elementary building in Rushford. Facilities Task Force and Board Directors Chris Grindland and Joyce Iverson, along with Ehler, met with representatives from the City of Rushford March 14 to discuss options. According to Ehler, the city has tendered an offer for the purchase the building for $1. “I think it would be prudent to put out Request for Proposals (RFP),” noted Ehler. “I’m looking for a consensus from the board regarding proper way to proceed.” Iverson suggested the RFPs should include conditional language that the developer with the city to complete the project and include evidence of successful past development projects. “They have the tools to see it gets completed. That’s the bottom line. It has to add value,” said Iverson. Board Chairman John Linder agreed the developer and city working cooperatively would be in everybody’s best interest. “It’s an option to give it to the city, but it would be interesting to see if there’s other interest. The city’s intention is to demolish the building.” “It’s not so much that we’re
rejecting what the city is proposing,” added Board Director Bonnie Prinsen. “We wanted to cast the next again to see what’s out there. I think we should emphasize to whoever comes in that we’d like them to work with the city.” The site is not a historic landmark and was turned down in 2013 to being designated, due to too many additions. It’s unclear whether options exist to remove the elementary addition and restore the original facility would get the site to a state of being designated as a landmark. “Somebody could certainly restore it to its grandeur,” added Prinsen. The weather has played a significant role in recent school scheduling issues. Ehler updated the board on legislative measures to provide a reprieve for school days impacted by the weather. “There’s lots of talk and opinions expressed on how to address the number of school days missed because of our wild and wacky weather,” said Ehler. He additionally noted the Federal Government is proposing a 10% reduction in education funding. “Last week, we went two hours late due to icy conditions with travel only on hard surface roads. I want to say a note of thanks to parents for understanding,” added Ehler. “It’s been ongoing all year with the impact of weather. We are very grateful for parents’ support of our decision. Also, kudos to our drivers for knowing what areas they could safely enter and handle and not putting themselves in peril. It’s been a very challenging season for us.” During his report, Athletic Director Dan Bieberdorf apprised the board of a substantial donation offering to the district. He indicated he was approached by a local business interested in making a donation to fund a new softball scoreboard, an estimated $9,000 cost. An additional request from R-P Alumni was made to make a tribute to late teacher and softball coach Rod Anderson who passed away last November. The board gave their blessing for Bieberdorf to continue with plans. Final details will be presented and voted on at the April meeting. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Monday, April 15, at 5:30 p.m., in the Forum Room. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Kingsland approves 2019-2020 calendar By Rich Wicks The Kingsland School Board held a regular meeting on March 18. Members present included Kyle Rader, Maranda Emig, Natasha Howard, Tiffany Mundfrom, Leah Stier, Superintendent James Hecimovich, and student representative Zachary Queensland. Board chair Jackie Horsman was absent, so Mundfrom chaired the meeting. Superintendent Hecimovich shared a summary of the proposed 2019-2020 school year calendar. He said the state requires 1,020 hours for high school, and the proposed calendar totals 1,068 hours, so there is some “wiggle room” if there are again a lot of cancellations, as has been the case this year, due to the severe winter weather. He also pointed out that the calendar includes E-learning days for the first five such cancellations; this results in no loss of instructional hours. Hecimovich summarized, “For next year, I’m proposing 174
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an increase of the per capita rate from $14 to $17 effective in 2020. He noted the per capita rate was raised from the 1998 rate of $7 to $10 last year. This year it is being raised from $10 to $14. The increases are necessary to sustain operating expenses and future ambulance purchases. The proposed $3 increase will bring the city’s current per capita of $19,964 to $24,242 in 2020. Townships are in support of the increase contingent on the city council’s approval. The increase was approved by the city council.
days… The calendar will mirror closely what we’ve done traditionally,” including a five-day Easter break (Thursday through Monday). The proposed calendar has a final school day of May 28. The board voted to approve the calendar as submitted. Hecimovich informed the I met with Zumbro Valley, and we are going to have a schoollinked mental health program at Kingsland… This is a standalone program, it is not our program. What they will do is have counselors set up, we just need to provide an office. They will work with families directly, they will do all the billing, and it will be able to provide mental health services right here on school grounds without our families having to and we can get them the help they need right here.” He said the only cost to Kingsland will be providing space and phone access. Referrals will be made by school staff. The board heard from students Jenna Schmidt and Nora Jahn regarding the senior trip. Jahn explained the trip was originally planned with a destination of Chicago, but Kingsland did not get a grant that was to have helped pay for some of the activities. She said, “We gave them (the seniors) the option of either paying another $100 to cover the cost, or changing our class trip and finding a new location, or canceling it.” She noted the vote was nearly unanimous to change the destination to Wisconsin Dells, so that is the plan. The trip
Jenna Schmidt and Nora Jahn discuss the Kingsland senior trip plans.
via school bus, and 28 students are planning to go. Students will stay at the Wilderness Resort, with planned activities including the waterpark, laser tag, go-karts, and the escape room. Students will have clear behavioral expectations, and violations may result in a student being sent home early, at the family’s expense. Hecimovich informed the board that a 2.8% interest rate was offered for the General Obligation Facilities Maintenance bonds, and it was suggested by the Baird agency that Kingsland move forward with that offer. Hecimovich said the interest rate is “outstanding.” The board voted to approve the awarding of
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the sale of the bonds. purchase of a unit, and will give Jahn gave the board updates on $150 annually for its service. recent and upcoming happenings Donations were accepted from fast went smoothly, and served around 100 people. She also informed the board of the Key Club’s upcoming blood drive, to
($500 grant for the media cen($801 grant for trap team), and State Farm ($500 donation for the Drama Club). The board approved the bid from Twell Environmental for asbestos abatement, at a cost of $184,666. The board formally tocol that had previously been discussed. The next board meeting will be a work session on
Zachary Queensland spoke to the board about Student Council happenings, and also summarized the progress on getting devices to help detect vaping (using “e-cigarettes”) in the school. He explained that each such device costs around $995 initially, plus $150 annually for service. He said the Student Council has always, the public is welcome at agreed to give $500 toward the all open meetings.
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The International Union for Conservation of Nature has seven levels on how to classify species. The first two levels are the “least concerned” and “near threatened.” Near threatened species are considered close to qualifying as a threatened species in the near future. The next level is the vulnerable species who are classified because their population has decreased by 30-50%. The species has an extent of occurrence in less than 20,000 square kilometers but with an area of occupancy (an area that an animal resides in within the extent of which the
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species occurs) less than 2,000 square kilometers. Vulnerable species include the giant panda, hippopotamus, polar bear, and Savannah elephant. The next category is endangered. To be considered endangered a species must fall under one or more of the criteria: decline in the population by 50-70% in the span of 10 years, an extent of occurrence (region of all known or projected residence of a species) with less than 5,000 square kilometers, an area of occupancy that is less than 500 square kilometers, a population of fewer than 2,500 adults, and a 20% probability of the species to become extinct in the wild in the next 20 years. The Borneo pygmy elephant is on the endangered list because of their approximate population of 1,500. After endangered, the next classification is critically endangered. Any critically endangered species are classified by having a sharp decline in the population equal to or greater than 80%. The species occurs in less than 100 square kilometers, an area of occupancy of 10 square kilometers or less. The population is fewer than 250 adults, restrictions of 10 adults, and a 50% probability to become extinct over the next 10 years. The Amur leopard has less than 100 known adults, classifying them as critically endangered. The last two classifications set by the International Union for Conservation of Nature are extinct in the wild and completely extinct. Extinction in the wild means that the only known members of a species that are left are in captivity. Species like the scimitar oryx, Guam kingfisher, Hawaiian
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crow, and black softshell turtle are extinct in the wild, but they are found in captivity around the world. Efforts have been made to help preserve these species and their habitats. In the United States, Congress has passed several pieces of legislation to help threatened and endangered species across the nation, such as the Endangered Species Act of 1973, Wild Bird Conservation Act of 1992, and Multinational Species Conservation Act. These acts provide funding for conservation efforts and help protect the species and their habitats around the United States and internationally. Since the creation of these conservation acts, several species have been declassified as endangered species. Some of these species that have been removed from the endangered species list are the bald eagle, peregrine falcon, whooping crane, and the Przewalski horse. Without these conservation efforts, the future generations would miss the opportunity to experience the natural beauty of
these animals.
Sources https://www.worldwildlife.org https://www.nationalgeographic. org/encyclopedia/endangered-species/ https://www.fws.gov/international/laws-treaties-agreements/usconservation-laws/index.html Hannah Schneekcloth is a student at Mabel-Canton High School. She is one of eight area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its 20th year.
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Local snowmobilers to the rescue
Chad Loppnow, groomer operator of the Mabel Canton Trailbusters, was one of those out saving motorists in the recent, and hopefully last, blizzard of the season. Photo submitted By Maddie Smith After closing the chapter on the snowiest February in southeastern Minnesota, it would be understandable to see plenty of activity among local snowmobiling clubs. Throughout the county, snowmobilers leave their mark along the highways and other trail routes. However, they have done more than that. They have brought others to safety. While snowmobiling may seem like another fun, winter pastime, it has been especially practical this season – particu-
larly during the recent blizzard on the last weekend of February. As numerous motorists unsuccessfully traveled through the harsh winter conditions, local dispatch were relieved with the help of local community members. The phones were ringing off the hook at the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office throughout the last weekend of February, during the recent blizzard. There were 38 documented calls, and, surely, many more stalled vehicles which didn’t report to the sheriff’s office.
This is where Fillmore County’s small town community values potentially saved lives. Members from around the county, including members from the Tri-County Trailblazers, Mabel Canton Trailbusters, Spring Valley Fire Department, and Norway Township Maintenance, as well as many individuals, assisted local emergency crews by rescuing victims of the harsh winter conditions. With the use of groomers and snowmobiles, a few individuals, in particular, volunteered their time to make a difference.
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Troy Lange operated a tracked groomer from the Tri-County Trailblazers club of the Spring Valley area to clear paths; south of Spring Valley, along Highway 63, Mike Zimmerman, from the Spring Valley Fire Department, rescued roughly 25 people who were stranded; from the Mabel Canton Trailbusters, Chad Loppnow reportedly spent five hours in the groomer, rescuing three people off of Highway 43 north of Mabel; and Kyle Chiglo from Norway Township Maintenance assisted a family and their children on County Road 10 west of Bratsberg, according to Sheriff John DeGeorge. These rescuers either cleared paths, pulled vehicles from the ditches, or gave people rides from vehicles to safe spots. There were certainly many more members who spent their own time and used their own equipment to help keep fellow community members safe. Numerous farmers and residents with equipment helped to clear gravel roads while plows were unavailable. By aiding local maintenance and emergency rescue respondents, Fillmore County citizens helped keep fellow community members safe and access snow-covered roads. On behalf of everyone affected by the blizzard, thank you to all organizations and individuals who aided their community. As we reflect on the recent blizzard, be sure to stay safe in any upcoming winter weather events. Sheriff DeGeorge adds that safety warnings are to be taken seriously. Many roads were closed because of slick conditions, excessive snow, and
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blowing winds. If no travel is advised, heed this warning. Officials seek out safety for not only traveling community members, but also for emergency responders. When large volumes of people are stuck, respondents put their own lives at risk to help. The best thing to do is stay where you are, in a warm area. If you absolutely need to travel, be sure your vehicle has a full tank of fuel and is stocked with a winter emergency kit, including warm clothing, a flashlight, spare food, water, and a first aid kit – in case of an event where you are stranded for a long period of time. If you do happen to find yourself stuck in a blizzard, first and foremost, make sure your exhaust pipe is cleared of snow. Stay in your vehicle, and keep warm with blankets and extra clothing. Traveling on foot is just as dangerous as driving because of impaired sight. Keep the heat in your vehicle on low and only keep your vehicle running as needed to conserve energy, and contact authorities or anyone you know nearby who may have the resources to help. Winter in Minnesota may have yet to meet its end. Be sure to stay safe in all of the winter conditions our climate decides to throw at us. However, the cold and snow are nothing we should fear, as long as they keep attracting our local snowmobilers. When you look out your car windows and see tracks left from snowmobilers, just remember... not all heroes wear capes.
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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: Can someone that had a shoulder re p l a c e m e n t and will be in a sling for four more weeks still be legal to drive with one arm? Answer: There are no Sgt. Troy H. r e s t r i c t i o n s Christianson placed on a license for this situation, unless a physician notifies Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) of such.
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If the driver’s (lack of ) control of the vehicle due to this type of injury causes issues that make for a traffic stop or if that person was involved in a crash, a citation could be issued. Distracted or inattentive driving is when a driver engages in any activity that might distract them from the primary task of driving — and increase their risk of crashing. Attentive driving is critical as the traffic environment changes constantly and drivers must be prepared to react. Over the last five years (20132017) in Minnesota, distracted or inattentive driving was a contributing factor in an average of 54 deaths and 221 serious injuries each year. The Department
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sure food and drinks are secured. tance of good behavior in a vehicle – do not underestimate how distracting it can be to tend to children while driving.
You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at
them out of reach to avoid the urge to text, call or answer. If a drivers from distracted driving passenger is present, ask them to behavior. handle calls/texts. person is driving. If so, ask them Minn. 55901-5848. Or reach him easy access and arrange music in to call back when they arrive at at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us. an easy-to-access location. Adjust their destination. mirrors and heat/AC before traveling or ask a passenger to assist. as a co-pilot to help with directions. If driving alone, map out destinations in advance and pull
Lanesboro Sales Commission Friday March 29th Auction at 10:30am FEATURE CONSIGNMENT
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For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.r-pschools.com Congratulations Speech Team! Everyone placed in the top six of their category at conference and placed 2nd overall as a team! A special hoo-ray to Zenessa Anderson for being conference champ in Storytelling!
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Celebrating outdoor recreation in Fillmore County By Karen Reisner Many of us enjoy outdoor recreation. Fortunately for us, Fillmore County is blessed with the availability of a variety of outdoor recreational activities. A summit will be held on March 29 (8:30 a.m. to noon) at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center to recognize the economic value/impact realized by Fillmore County, local businesses, and groups involved in outdoor recreation. The summit will be hosted by the Fillmore County Economic Development Authority and sponsored by MiEnergy. The county EDA is authorized by the county board to “encourage growth and development of the county.” Outdoor recreation is one avenue to growth and development. Marty Walsh has served the
county as EDA director since October 2017. One of a number of subjects he has pursued is the creation of a Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Map. A Saint Mary’s University masters student, Peter McColl, has worked to assemble details to provide a truly comprehensive map which will include water access, fishing sites, campsites, natural features, a variety of trails to be used for bikes, hiking, ATVs, snowmobiles, horses, and water, designated trout streams, parks, roads, and state land. People will be able to highlight the layer/activity they are interested in and print out a map if desired. McColl will be present to launch the comprehensive map which will soon be available on the Fillmore County website. Walsh will speak about the effect of recreation on the eco-
nomic health of the county and EDA efforts to better serve the county. Headwaters Economics, an independent non-partisan research organization, has found that rural counties with more recreational opportunities drew more new residents with higher income and faster earning growth than places without recreation. According to the Explore Minnesota tourism industry website gross sales during 2017 in Fillmore County’s leisure and hospitality industry were just shy of $22 million. Outdoor recreation brings in tourism and makes it more of an attractive place for people to live. Lisa Havelka will speak for Explore Minnesota on the value of tourism. Brian Kugel will describe an app he is launching. “GoAdvntr is building a marketplace to enable adventurous people to share their
Jordan Fontenello announces candidacy for District 3 County Commissioner My name is Jordan Fontenello, and I want to work for you as your next District 3 Fillmore County Commissioner. I have lived and worked in Southeastern Minnesota for most of my life, and have been a resident of FillJordan more County Fontenello for more than 20 years. Together with my wife Rebecca (daughter of Duane and Kathy Mensink), and our son Aeric, we live in Greenleafton, a small community just south of Forestville State Park. A condensed work: history. My first job was at Don’s IGA in Spring Valley. During my junior year of high school, I joined the Minnesota Army National Guard, completing Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. I then spent a year in Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston and Fort Bliss to become a Radiologic Technologist. After returning home to graduate, I worked at the Spring Valley Community Memorial Hospital as a Radiologic Technologist. I then accepted a position as a Radiologic Technologist at the Chippewa County War Memorial Hospital in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., where I worked for eight years. While in Michigan, I also attended additional military training to be a
Basic Combat Engineer/Floating Bridge Crewman. Upon returning to Fillmore County in 2000, I gained employment with EconoFoods where I was a front-end customer service supervisor, and then the frozen foods department manager. I next went to work for Walmart. In my 17-year career with the company, I have had many roles and responsibilities, including working as an optician, a customer service manager (CSM), support manager, merchandise supervisor, and front-end zone supervisor. I am currently a CSM at the Austin Walmart. While working for Walmart, I was also attending Rochester Community & Technical College and Winona State University in an effort to obtain a degree in chemistry. Commissioners have overall responsibility for approving policies, procedures, and budgets in order to govern county operations. The work of a commissioner is driven by the needs of the people and businesses in the communities they serve. A commissioner is a facilitator – someone who works with government agencies for the people in order to best provide them the assistance, guidance, and opportunity to improve not only themselves but their families and communities. By working with the public to bring forth solutions to issues and concerns in an honest and forthright manner, I am fully commit-
ted to representing this district and this county with honor, dignity, and integrity to the best of my ability. I want every single citizen to have the greatest possible chance of having their government work efficiently through my interactions with the many people, agencies, and organizations within the county, and especially by representing all of their interests fairly. Though I am a citizen just like you, being a commissioner is not about me – it is about representing your voice — it is about us working together to find solutions to problems as best we can. An elected official is not supposed to make decisions based solely on what they want, but the needs and concerns of their constituency – it must be one of cooperation, communication, and compromise so that people’s lives are truly being improved. My underlying focus has always been one of helping people, whether by providing conscientious medical care, ensuring that our country was kept safe, or by working with the public as a professional customer service representative. I would be greatly honored to have the opportunity to improve our district and our county by ensuring that our local government is working in the best interests of the people, helping to create an environment where everyone can succeed to their fullest potential. I have the strength, vitality, fortitude, and will to carry out all of the rigorous duties that a county commissioner must fulfill. I am here to listen to you, hear your concerns, and discover what you need, because your voices deserve to be heard and represented honestly. I sincerely hope that I can count on your vote in the upcoming election so that as your commissioner, I may be able to help you accomplish your goals and achieve your greatest success. I thank you for your time, your support, and your vote.
The Fillmore County EDA is hosting a summit on outdoor recreation on March 29. Photo submitted passions, gear, and stories with Center, will be on hand to discuss others.” He is Winona based and the impact of trout fishing. is working to provide another For those of you that may not tool for businesses to grow. be interested in outdoor recreCounty Attorney Brett Corson ation, the summit can provide will discuss state recreation ease- an opportunity to network with ment law and laws involving agri- people who care about the countourism. ty and its future. Bluff Country Hiking Club, If you would like to register for which built and maintains the this event or have other questions Lost Creek Hiking Trail used for about Economic Development in hiking and snowshoeing, will be Fillmore County, you can contact represented by Tim Gossman. Marty Walsh at marty.walsh@ Jeff Broberg, National Trout cedausa.com.
Public meetings on invasive weeds along the Root River Please come join us for two public meetings being held on April 4, 2019, to talk about invasive plant species – such as Japanese hops – along the Root River. The first meeting will be held from 3-5 p.m. at the Houston Community Center, 109 W Maple St, Houston, Minn. 55943 and the second meeting will be held from 6-8 PM at the MiEnergy building 31110 Cooperative Way, City of Rushford Village, Minn. 55971. The public – especially landowners along the Root River – are encouraged to attend these meetings. Attendees can expect to learn how to identify Japanese hops and other invasive species and why these invasive species are especially detrimental to our area. Native to eastern Asia, Japanese hops was introduced to North America as an ornamental. Similar to other invasive plants, Japanese hops escaped cultivation and infested natural areas, out-competing native species. These vines can grow up to 35 feet in a single growing season and can climb trees and structures or form dense mats
on the ground. Japanese hops is currently only found in a few areas in Minnesota, including along the Root River in Fillmore and Houston counties. The goal of state and local partners is to eradicate these infestations before the vine has a chance to spread further. Another invasive species that will be covered at the meeting is poison hemlock. Poison hemlock is native to Europe and was also brought to the United States as an ornamental. Poison hemlock has an umbel-shaped set of white flowers, fernlike or lacy leaves and stems with purple spots. It looks very similar to other plants in our area including cow parsnip, water hemlock and common elderberry. All parts of the poison hemlock plant are very poisonous to humans and livestock, which is why it is listed on the Eradicate List of the Minnesota Noxious Weed List. Both meetings are being hosted and supported by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Minnesota DNR, Fillmore SWCD, Houston County, and the University of Minnesota Extension.
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Wildlife in winter: It hasn’t been easy
All wildlife will feel some stress with a severe winter. “We’re starting to get reports of wildlife mortality,” said Jaime Edwards, MN Department of Natural Resources Manager at Whitewater Wildlife Management Area. Photo courtesy of Jim Reed By Annie Lewis As you know, it’s been a very harsh winter; one of the coldest and snowiest on record! It hasn’t been easy for us or for most of Minnesota’s wildlife. From deer to songbirds — it’s nothing less than amazing that anything has
been able to survive. Unfortunately, some will perish. “We’re starting to get reports of wildlife mortality that is weather related,” said Jaime Edwards, MN Department of Natural Resources Manager at Whitewater Wildlife Management Area.
“Most calls have been reporting deer mortality, but we have gotten one coyote death. We haven’t received any reports on turkeys yet, but not many people are out in the woods with this snow depth.” According to Edwards, deer are most likely the wildlife being reported more because they’re on our radar with Chronic Waste Disease (CWD) occurring. “Most of the emaciated deer are fawns that were born last summer. They typically are the first to succumb to weather extremes since their fat reserves are less than adults. In many cases, they are being struck by cars as they try to find areas where there is less snow cover.” All wildlife will feel some stress with a severe winter. Some adjust by either moving further south (typically birds) until they reach an area that meets their needs, some will go into torpor – a temporary hibernation. This is common in squirrels. Songbirds will often do ok in this weather as they seek resources on trees and other accessible locations. Now is when you will see berries and fruit on trees get eaten up. “It’s incredible that anything survives,” Edwards said. “Winter mortality is a natural thing, but if the snow persists, we’ll see more impacts on wildlife. However, if it rains and reduces the snowpack, that will make food more
{ We Live Where We Work } Kiel joined the Fillmore County Journal team in July of 2018. He is a Graphic Designer for the Fillmore County Journal, Perfect Glossy, and Visit Bluff Country magazine. When he isn’t working at the Fillmore County Journal he enjoys watching, playing, and talking about sports. His favorite teams are the Texas Longhorns, Minnesota Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves, and Wild. He also enjoys exploring Bluff Country and traveling. He is the son of Keith & Cori Larson, brother of Cal Larson and grandson of Jim & Lynn Larson and Bill & Carol Bentson.
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accessible to wildlife and stave off further mortality.” “Wildlife need food, water and shelter to survive,” Edwards said, “But we have to keep in mind that there is a feeding ban on for deer. While we are seeing mortality in deer due to weather, we really want to stress that it is not good to put food out accessible to deer in light of the presence of CWD on the landscape.” The DNR have been asking folks to limit the amount of food provided where deer can access it. They want to avoid concentrating deer as that is one way for them to spread or contract CWD. This may sound harsh considering the conditions the animals are facing, but it is what is best for the overall herd in the long run. The time to help wildlife survive a bad winter is during the growing season. Plant wildlifefriendly shrubs, trees and other plants that might be a winter food source. Offer shelter – bird houses, brush piles and undisturbed areas. If you are feeding birds, you should continue to provide feed. Since most birds have established their winter areas already, putting new feeders out where there were none, may get some use, but it might take
some time before the birds find them. Be sure all feeders are at least six feet off the ground. Here are a few things you can do to help wildlife: until a little later this spring, as brush piles provide shelter for wildlife; practical; your home/buildings, try not to disturb them. They need to conserve energy, so if you flush them away, that’s more energy they need to use; contained. Wildlife are more vulnerable during the times when it is harder for them to get around in the snow. “It’s hard to say what the spring will bring for wildlife survival,” Edwards concluded. “If they went into winter with good fat reserves, they should be ok. Up until the end of January, it was a relatively mild winter, so most wildlife should have been in fairly good shape. One thing we may see as ponds start to thaw is winter kill result of low oxygen and ice depth. We could see fish and turtles dead in spring, but time will tell on that.”
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LACF announces annual banquet with special guest speaker The Lanesboro Area Community Foundation (LACF) announces its Annual Banquet including a special guest speaker. The LACF Annual Dinner is scheduled for Sunday, April 7, 2019, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Lanesboro Community Center. The LACF Board of Directors is proud to announce the guest speaker at the Annual Banquet will be Lanesboro native Dean
Johnson. Dean Johnson has been a parish pastor at Calvary Lutheran Church in Willmar, Minn., for 46 years. He is also a former Willmar firefighter. Johnson was elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives (1978 to 1982) and the Minnesota Senate (1982 to 2006), where he served as minority and majority leader. A brigadier general in the United States Army National Guard, he was special
can be purchased at Granny’s Liquor, Merchant’s Bank and Parkway Market & Coffeehouse assistant to the chief of chap- in 2002, a master’s degree in in Lanesboro, by calling Jim lains, National Guard Bureau, strategic studies from the United Haugen at (507) 467-2242, or Washington, D.C., and received States Army War College. Dean contact any board member. The numerous awards and commen- Johnson is a current member public is encouraged to attend dations, including the Legion of the Board of Regents at the to learn more about LACF and of Merit. Johnson grew up on a University of Minnesota and visit with community members. farm near Lanesboro, Minn. He has previously served a two-year About Lanesboro Area received a bachelor of arts degree term as Chair. Community Foundation in business administration from The Pastry Shoppe of The Lanesboro Area CommuLuther College in Decorah, Lanesboro will cater the dinner. nity Foundation (LACF) provides Iowa, a master of divinity degree There will also be a silent auction grants to support programs and from Luther Theological Semi- with many interesting items up projects that further our mission to nary in St. Paul, Minn., and, for bid. Tickets are $15.00 and be a good neighbor by investing in the vitality of the people and community of Lanesboro. The foundation serves the City of Lanesboro FILLMORE COUNTY and the surrounding area. Lanesboro Area Community Foundation is a nonprofit orga“Where Fillmore County News Comes First” nization that serves the Lanesboro Area by strengthening today and MARYELLEN DEAN building a better tomorrow.
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2018 TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Bloodmobile coming to Harmony on April 2
WHO WILL BE RECOGNIZED AS THE
2019 TEACHER OF THE YEAR? Teachers have a very challenging and important job, shaping the minds of our future generations. Teacher Appreciation Day is May 7, 2019, and our team at the Fillmore County Journal will be working with all of the school districts in Fillmore County to recognize all teachers for their service. The Fillmore County Journal will be recognizing one special educator in Fillmore County who has gone above and beyond the call of duty, engaged students with innovative teaching methods, and helped students achieve a high level of academic success. To nominate a teacher, please fill out the for m below. All nominations are due at the Fillmore County Jour nal office, 136 St. Anthony Street S, P.O. Box 496, Preston, Minn. 55965 by noon on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Please be sure to include as many details as possible with your nomination, and feel free to include additional documents if you need more space to express support for your nominee. Call 507-765-2151 with questions regarding nominations. The Teacher of the Year will be recognized in the May 6, 2019 issue of the Fillmore County Journal, following an award presentation sponsored by Drury's Furniture Store, Har mony Foods, Preston Foods, Rushford Foods, and Ody’s Country Meats & Catering.
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Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. All donors will be required to provide identification before donating, so please remember your donor card or driver’s license. Right now, the Red Cross has less than a three-day supply of most blood types, and blood products are being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are coming in. Current donors are encouraged to invite their friends, coworkers and family members to donate. And if you’ve never donated before, please consider trying. Your help is needed to ensure lifesaving patient care isn’t impacted. Donors are encouraged to use RapidPass, www.redcrossblood. org/RapidPass, which is a tool that allows the donor to complete the reading and question portions of their donation from their home or mobile device, thus speeding up the donation process. This must be done the day of the blood drive and printed out to bring along, or it can now be done on a mobile device and shown when they come to donate. Typically, all healthy men and women who are at least 16 years old and weigh 110 pounds or more are eligible to donate blood. Donors who are 16 must have the written permission of a parent or guardian. Parental consent forms will be available on the day of the blood drive. There is no upper age limit, and the time commitment is minimal. While walk-ins are more than welcome, donors are highly encouraged to make appointments. To make an appointment, please call Marilyn Bratager at (507) 937-3406 www. redcrossblood.org.
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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI
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$258,000
404 Mather st. Leroy, MN
Excellent investment opportunity! 8 unit apartment building w/2 efficiency apts and 6 - 2 bedroom units. This property is in “turn key” condition with many updates. 6 units have two exit doors, Unit #6 has 3 levels, extra storage units or closets available to renters and separate laundry room with 2 coin operated washers, coin operated dryer, clothes line and folding tables. Off street parking available. Beautiful patio area with tables, chairs and charcoal grill for tenants’ use. All units currently rented except landlord efficiency apartment which landlords keep for themselves.
$69,900
Spring Air
$189,900
124 N Broadway
Great opportunity to own commercial property in downtown Spring Valley. Was a former Law Office and has 3 offices, conference room, reception area and bath on main floor. Updated and remodeled with newer sheet rock, flooring and updated paint colors. Storage room in upper level. Could be used for multiple business types. Plenty of parking spaces and exposure.
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4 baths • Wood floors • Formal dining room • Formal living room • Family room w/fireplace • Large office • Covered porch • Main floor master with bath • Steel siding • Lower level rough-in for 2 additional bedrooms • Outbuildings • Ideal for retreat, country B&B, weekend getaway or family residence • Unlimited possibilities
513 1ST ST. • FOUNTAIN Updated and remodeled • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Office • 1/2 acre lot • Main floor laundry • Formal dining and living room • Wood floors • Enclosed porch • Large deck • 2 staircases to upper level • Newer windows, vinyl siding, roof, more
109 BENCH ST SW CHATFIELD
SOLD! $129,900
1 level living (no steps) • 2 large bedrooms • Main floor laundry • Open kitchen and dining • Living room • Covered deck • Fenced yard • Vinyl siding • Large 2+ garage • Newer windows • Overlooks Mill Creek and Park
7.5 acres • Additional 13 acres available • Charming country home (Crestwood Country Cabin) • Ideal for horse set up • Wood ceilings and walls • 3 Bedrooms • Main floor laundry • Open living and dining area • Steel roof • New windows • RV hook-ups • Loft area • Insulated 2+garage • Covered porch • Shed with country kitchen • Deck fire pit 14x30 storage shed • Great views • Close to town • Can be used as a rental property or personal home
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PH: (507) 458-6110
30 2nd St NE, Harmony
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Affordable 3 bedroom 2 bath home with main floor laundry and main floor bedroom. The exterior has vinyl siding, newer metal roof, newer gutters, some newer windows, added front foyer and back porch steps leading to fenced back yard. Move-in condition!
$192,500
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117 CROWN HILL RD. W., PRESTON 5.38 acres in city limits • 544’ of river frontage • 4 large bedrooms • 2 baths • Formal dining room • Living room • Den • Wood floors • Wide baseboard • Main floor laundry • Enclosed porch • Covered wrap-around porch • Barn • Shop • Ideal spot for fire pit
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830 3rd Ave SE, Harmony
15 3rd Ave SW, Harmony
A fresh farmhouse design, custom cabinetry, large island, quartz counters, farmhouse sink & subway tile. Open concept, high ceilings, salvaged 1880 barn beams, white oak flooring, gas fireplace, the floor length windows are awesome to enjoy the fantastic sunrise to sunset. 3 bedrm, 3 bath, 2 car. Look today! $354,900
2505 Nordic Court, Rushford
135 1st Ave NE, Harmony
FORESTVILLE STATE PARK
63 acres tillable • 20 acres pasture • Building site with outbuildings • 1920 sq. ft. pole shed • Barn • Well
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Kelsey Bergey
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301 Ashburn St E, Lanesboro
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Roomy Ranch w/ sunset view over countryside. Open living space & inviting floor plan. 2 car att heated garage. New windows, concrete, deck, CA, furnace and more!
ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE
2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to 101 CEDAR ST, FOUNTAIN hunting, fishing, camping • Private • 2-story home completely redone to the studs • 3 large Ideal for house or cabin bedrooms • 3 baths • Master bedroom with master bath and large walk-in closet New kitchen • Main floor laundry/ ! 27583 DEEP RIVER ROAD mudroom • Open living room • Large entry • New deck UCED • New stainless steel appliances • New plumbing and RED $569,900 LANESBORO electric • New furnace and c/a • New windows • New insulation throughout • Large yard • Like new • Quick 140 acres • Prime hunting ground • possession available
110 COFFEE ST., LANESBORO Great opportunity in Lanesboro on high traffic area • Ideal retail business • Updated building • High ceilings with tin • 1/2 bath on main floor • New front entrance • Ready for immediate use • Upstairs apartment has 2 bedrooms • Kitchen bath and pantry • Private fenced area in back with covered patio
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Bright living spaces, 3 bedrm ranch. Main floor living including master bedroom with WI closet & bath. LL offers space to expand. Country views front porch or back deck. Att. Lg 2 car garage. Nicely landscaped yard. Great location on edge of town. Home warranty offered! $215,000
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BROKER, ABR, CRS, GRI 24 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE
740 3rd Ave SE, Harmony
$239,900
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117 e graNt st. spriNg VaLLey, MN
Chatfield Office Rochester Office 116 N. Main St. 4123 26th St. NW
27315 230TH ST, PRESTON
* 80 acres *
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Beautifully updated 4 bedroom 2 bath home with insulated and heated 3 car garage, with door heights of 8' & 10'. The home has a new kitchen including appliances, counter tops and cabinets. Laminate floors, neutral carpet, main floor laundry and mud room, enclosed front porch, permanent siding & shingles approx. 7 yrs old. Great location on corner lot in established neighborhood. This property is in excellent move-in condition!
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Charming home in scenic Lanesboro • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Wood floors throughout home • Enclosed 22004 411TH AVE, LANESBORO porch is perfect for an office • Formal living room & dining room • Main floor laundry • Newer roof • Walking 80-acre paradise • Walking Trails • Creek • Wildlife • A lot of tree value • Large 4 bedroom country home • distance to school. Quick possession available.
$139,900
$75,000
416 CeNter aVe spriNg VaLLey, MN
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$435,000
505 CALHOUN AVENUE S, LANESBORO
$138,000
307 w. CourtLaNd spriNg VaLLey, MN
Totally renovated & remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home. All the walls have new sheet rock and will be mudded, taped and painted in neutral color. New plumbing & electrical with new furnace and water heater. Mud room is also home to main floor laundry – all new. ¾ bath on main floor with shower – all new. New laminate flooring throughout main floor. Stairs and upper level will have all new carpet. Upstairs full bath is all new. Both baths will have linoleum installed, new toilets, sinks etc. Formal dining room has arched doorway to living room area. Kitchen will have new countertops and cabinets re-installed. New appliances will be installed or $4,000 appliance allowance, whichever new buyer would like. New shingles on front of the house and new wood front steps. This house will be totally new. View new pictures online & see progress almost completed.
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Charming 1927 home with view of the north bluff & short walk to the Root River & trail access. Original character wood floors, neat kitchen, & updated bathrooms. Organized & well-kept basement. Beautifully landscaped, incorporating perennials & garden spots including asparagus, rhubarb, grapes, strawberries, & raspberries. $169,900
JUST LISTED: 3 bedroom 3 bath home on half acre lot with 2 car heated insulated garage on edge of Preston. Quality wood finishes: Hickory cabinets, floors and paneled doors. 2 gas fireplaces, vaulted ceiling, LL finished family rec room/bar/pool table. Panoramic view! Additional lot also available.
710 Auburn Ave, Lanesboro
201 Washington St., Preston
PENDING
Cheaper than rent, this property offers the option of a homebased business with dual zoning. Super location. Metal roof 2012. Circuit breaker, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. This would be a charming vacation rental. $59,900
32420 Garden Road, Harmony
Charming 3-bedroom home from the shiplap & wood floors to the open staircase. Neat kitchen, Lg granite island, separate dining 2 baths, 2 car garage, workshop, huge deck, patio, backyard firepit & mature windbreak. $109,900
Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, freshly painted main floor. With 4-bedroom, 2 bath home. 3 car att garage plus 3-season room & parklike backyard. LL family room, fireplace. 1+ acre parklike yard sets off this attractive home. $254,900
2013 360th Street, Decorah IA
Harmony Building Lots
Private, yet less than a mile to town- 66 acres 2 bdrm, 2 bath Ranch home. Fireplace, HE Furnace, central air, steel roof det 2 car garage, outbuildings. Septic 2016 & good well. Nice mix of pasture & crop land. Tama & Fayette soils $489,000
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Purchasing an established restaurant that is annually voted as one of the best in Bluff Country is like holding 4 Acres in a Poker Game, the odds of success are in your favor! Located in the heart of Harmony with local and tourism customer base Turn Key Business- start out a step ahead when seizing this opportunity!
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WALK-OUT LOTS - ONLY 2 left! Paved street, no assessments, & they qualify for City of Harmony’s Incentive Program. Bring your own Builder.
COMMERICAL Harmony -Centrally located, historic building, open on the main level, original tin ceiling, large display windows. Front retail/office area, office /storage and ¾ bath. Upper level apartment 2 bedrooms, bath, storage, interior entry steps, plus back deck entry. Full basement. Separate heating systems, and utilities. Attached garage on rear of building. Ask about Harmony EDA startup funds! $75,000
A slice of country east of Burr Oak Iowa offering quiet country life on 1 acre. 2005 3-bedroom 2 bath ranch. Huge deck countryside views. Mature windbreak 1-year Home Warranty. REDUCED $144,900
305 E Hwy 52, Canton 2000 Dutch manufactured home. 3-bedroom, 2 bath home one level living plus storm shelter, shop, and storage buildings. Commercial building currently used for storage. Possibilities await! $52,900
An attractive location backing up to wooded terrain, this spacious home feels like you’re on vacation! Neatly updated 5 bedroom, 2 updated baths, 2 fireplaces, LL finished in 2013. Updated mechanical -CA, FA furnace, plumbing, & siding. Semi-private back yard. Attached garage. $215,000
6 Acres--Building Site Grass covered organic homestead, inviting spot for a home, barn, establishing an orchard, or garden & still have room to graze a few animals. The land gently slopes down to the creek offering good drainage. Just west of the Newburg Store this natural paradise with rolling country views & wildlife is easy to enjoy. Disconnect from a busy world, drop a line in Wisel Creek trout stream. Secret’s out! Call today!
COMMERCIAL CALL YOUR LENDER!! Only $49,900 and you have a spacious commercial building well maintained and offers you the opportunity you have been looking for! Two move-in condition units. Separate utilities. Retail, offices, conference areas, kitchenette, & bathrooms. Front entry is handicapped accessible. Back entry offers quick access to storage and offers accessibility for loading.
STOP BY at: 25 West Center St in Harmony
Seasoned with love & care, this 2 story home features an impressive open living area with high ceilings, detailed with beautiful woodwork & hardwood floors. The kitchen offers simplicity & charm to a bright & open space with floor length windows allowing you to enjoy the scenic wooded view, just beyond the yard. The upper level features 3 generous bedrooms & bath Plus a 3-season porch offering a relaxing retreat. Nicely done yard with perennials & raised garden beds. Plus, a 2 ½ car garage. $168,000
Buildable Lots JUST LISTED: BUILDABLE LOTS WITH VIEW! 2 walkout lots available, spacious half-acre lots. Open to all builders! JUST LISTED - Wooded Lot Preston -Hard to find wooded lot in city limits only a hop, skip, and a jump away from the Root River, paved trails, parks, and pools. Only a few blocks to the library, grocery store, bank, and shops. Open to all builders. $39,900 Each office Independently Owned & Operated.
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101 W Coffee St Lanesboro, MN $950/month
MLS#4071760 4 BED, 4 BATH • 2,718 SQ. FT. Once in a lifetime opportunity! Custom built private off-the-grid retreat on 56 acres with in walking distance to Lanesboro.
403 Parkway Ave N. Lanesboro, MN $250,000
412 Mankato Ave. Winona, MN $105,000
MLS#5140378
508 Kenilworth Avenue S Lanesboro, MN $163,000
100 Hidden Valley Lanesboro, MN $549,000
MLS#4088546 Nestled in a deep valley of the Root River, you’ll find Historic Lanesboro - Minnesota’s hidden town and this Beautiful Historic Downtown Lanesboro Building for Lease!
Don’t miss this opportunity with over 200 feet of river front property nestled below the towering bluffs of beautiful scenic Lanesboro. Excellent location to build your new business or renovate the older existing buildings and business.
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Nice and cozy home with a wonderful open floor plan, 2 bedroom with updated flooring, light fixtures, appliances. Updated bathroom and roof only 3+ years old. 3 season patio in front to enjoy during the beautiful seasons. 2 front of the house parking spots in addition to the garage.
Reduced Price
MLS#4091759
Wonderful family 3 bedroom home with den includes main level hardwood floors in living/dining room & bedroom, new appliances and is located in beautiful Lanesboro by the School. This home is very well kept and beautifully decorated making it feel warm and inviting. Permanent siding, newer windows, central air, and enjoy the semi-private back yard with firepit. Large 3 Car (26x30) detached garage that is fully finished.
701 Parkway Ave Lanesboro, MN $165,000
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406 Saint James Dr. Lanesboro, MN $84,900
500 Riverview Dr. Whalan, MN $84,900
MLS#4086386
MLS#4086390
MLS#4085076
1 BED, 2 BATHS • 3,472 SQ. FT. The Cracked Egg is a well established restaurant for sale in scenic Lanesboro! Great Location off of US Hwy 16 and Parkway.
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21257 US Hwy 52 Preston, MN MLS#4087466
Multi-purpose building w/beautiful panoramic views of Camp Creek Valley for each office. 5 large office spaces available to rent. Each office space for rent is $400/Mo. All utilities are paid by owner. Lease agreements are 1yr-5yr lease agreements. Kitchen area incl. Zero-entry sprawling rambler w/stunning NE facing views across Albert Lea Lake which is nestled on 1 stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator. acre & approx. 300 feet of shoreline incl. This breathtaking home will amaze you w/beauty & character New updated women & men restrooms. the moment you walk inside. High 12' Ceilings, beautiful FP in the LVRM, Radiant flr heat system -8 zones including the gar, Lennox- 4 zone heating & AC system w/UV / HEPA filtration system, Kohler 35-car parking lot.
2.61 ACRES 2.50 ACRES Gorgeous Lot for sale with the enjoyment Gorgeous Lot for sale with the enjoyment of common woods, trails and access to the of common woods, trails and access to Root River for outdoor enjoyment. It’s time the Root River for outdoor enjoyment. It’s to build on this 2.61 acre lot! time to build on this 2.50 acre lot!
1913 S Shore Dr. Albert Lea, MN $449,000 MLS#5131229
generator system 12RES- auto transfer switch, natural gas fueled, boat lift & Aluminum dock system.
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$129,900 626 UNION ST NE, CHATFIELD
#5197920
• 2 Bedrooms • Corner Lot (0.26 acres) • 2 car garage • Main floor living • Steel siding • Appliances • CA • Hardwood floors • 2nd Floor bedroom all new • Deck • Fenced yard • Paver patio with fire pit • Storage shed 1925 CHARMER
100 GOLD ST N, WYKOFF
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Custom Walkout Ranch • 2004 • Both floors have in-floor heat • Handicap accessible • Ceramic tile throughout • Granite tops • Fireplace • Barn/Machine shed (40’x96’) 3 Box stalls • 5 double tie stalls • 60 acres tillable • 55 acres pasture • 8 acres woods, Balance yard
$139,900
sold 10735 COUNTY ROAD 136 SE, CHATFIELD • 4 Bedrooms • 2 baths • 3 Car garage •
$199,900
#5034099
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Garage • 0.52 acres • Main floor living • Hardwood floors • Vinyl siding • Replacement windows • Porch • Addition in 1996 • Second floor gutted to the studs • Move-in condition
232 MAIN ST SW, PRESTON
#5034246
• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2 Car garage (990 sq. ft.) • Original woodwork • Hardwood floors • 9’ Ceilings • Stained glass windows • Double staircase • Updated wiring • Remodeled kitchen & all baths • Master Suite • 4344 sq. ft. • New windows • Conveniently located close to downtown & bike trail
SOLD 12716 COUNTY RD 138 SE, CHATFIELD OL•D3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 3 Plus S bedrooms 608 RIVER ST SW, CHATFIELD
• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Main floor laundry
FOUNTAIN – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 8.5 acre building site with a couple acres of tillable located off the county road high on the hill overlooking the valley. #5032126 $85,000 LANESBORO – 20 acre building site (5 tillable, balance woods) adjacent to state land. Blacktop road, great views, good access, new driveway, trails and tons of wildlife. #5032444 $149,900 LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 12 acres of woods with approximately 400’ of creek
• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage •
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CHATFIELD – JORDAN TOWNSHIP! 154 Acres of bare land, (100 acres tillable, 40 acres pasture with spring, 14 acres woods/non-tillable). Possible building site. $885,000 $840,000 $750,000 WYKOFF – Farm in Jordan Township – 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $399,900
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SOLD 513 TWIFORD ST SW, CHATFIELD • 3 Bedrooms Bath • 1 ½ lots (0.26 acres) SO•L2 D
234 DIVISION ST NE, CHATFIELD
#5029249
• Totally renovated building • Commercial kitchen • Pizza ovens • 3 Baths • 2 Dining areas • Finished LL • Operating as Bank Gift Haus & Margaret’s Tea Room • Professional rental office with separate access
BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED 1878 QUEEN ANNE
309 FREEMAN ST NW, PRESTON
FARM LAND
$124,900
$999,998 12089 SPRING ROAD SE, CHATFIELD #5034315 REDUCED 200K
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY!
127 ACRES
frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #5032070 $49,900 LANESBORO – New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $79,900 ST. CHARLES - Walkout lot (0.21 acres) with city utilities in established neighborhood. No Covenants. #5032909 $24,900
SOLD PRESTON- FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP – 5 acre wooded SOjustLoffDthe blacktop building sites located
ROCHESTER – Valley Side Estates Three – 6 Affordable lots (0.15 ac – 0.18 ac) on the edge of town with
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Are you a Class A CDL Driver and tired of getting jacked around by employers? Call me to see why our turnover rate is so low. Scott 507-437-9905 Apply: WWW. MCFGTL.COM (MCN)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION KMS Public Schools has FT position beginning fall 2019. Apply: www.kms.k12. mn.us attaching letter of interest, resume, transcripts, current Minnesota licensure, three letters of recommendation. (MCAN)
SEASONAL PARK/CAMPGROUND MAINTENANCE POSITION The City of Lanesboro is accepting applications for a part-time Seasonal Park Maintenance position for the 2019 season. This position will include 20 hours per week and will run from approximately June to September, must be able to work weekends. Applications may be picked up at City Hall at 202 Parkway Avenue South or e-mail mpeterson@ lanesboro-mn.gov to receive an electronic copy. Applications are due by 3:00 pm, Monday, April 8, 2019. Call 507467-3722 with questions. h18,25,1-o
SUCCESSFUL PRACTICE SEEKS Associate Dentist because of increase in patient volume. Potential earnings $300K plus. Includes benefits. Future ownership opportunity. Email drb@friendlysmilesfargo.com (MCAN) ELEMENTARY TEACHING KMS Public Schools has position available August 2019. Apply: kms.k12.mn.us, attach letter of interest, resume, transcripts, Minnesota teaching license, three letters of recommendation. (MCAN) INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY KMS Public Schools has FT position available fall 2019. Apply: www.kms.k12.mn.us, attaching letter of interest, resume, transcripts, copy of current Minnesota licensure, three letters of recommendation. (MCAN)
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Assisted Living of Preston
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is seeking dedicated, caring and compassionate individuals for full-time overnights Full-time overnights (9pm-7am, every other weekend and rotating holidays) New wage scale, shift differential, health, dental, vision and life insurance offered Must be 18 years of age
Contact: Pam Kunert, RN • Community Director & Director of Health Services email: pkunert@oxfordmgmt.com Traditions of Preston | 515 Washington St. NW, Preston, MN | 507-765-3837
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers/Drivers at all our CHS locations including Byron, Claremont, Grand Meadow, CHS has multiple openings for Truck Drivers & Applicators CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers/Drivers at all our Ostrander, St. Charles, Wykoff, & Chester, IA. Potential employees at our CHS locations including Grand Meadow, Ostrander, CHS locations including Byron, Claremont, Grand Meadow, must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined and and St. Charles. Potential employees must be familiar with Ostrander, St. Charles, Wykoff, & Chester, IA. Potential employees possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal farm equipment, mechanically inclined and possess or have must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined and theCDL. Please apply online at www.chsrochester.com/aboutability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal CDL. possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal us/careers. Please apply online at: If you have any questions contact: CDL. Please apply online at www.chsrochester.com/abouthttps://www.chsrochester.com/about-us/careers/ Chris (Byron & Claremont) 507-775-2900 us/careers. Mike (Grand Meadow) 507-754-5125 If you have any questions contact: IfMark (St. Charles) 507-932-4830 you have any questions contact: Chris (Byron & Claremont) 507-775-2900 Troy (Grand Meadow/Ostrander) 507-754-5125 Steve (Wykoff) 507-951-3343 Mike (Grand Meadow) 507-754-5125 Troy (Ostrander) 507-657-2234 Mike or Mark (St. Charles) 507-932-4830 Mark (St. Charles) 507-932-4830 Jeff (Chester, IA) 563-565-2415 Steve (Wykoff) 507-951-3343
Troy (Ostrander) 507-657-2234 HELP WANTED Jeff (Chester, IA) 563-565-2415
HELP WANTED
CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers/Drivers at all our CHS locations including Byron, Claremont, Grand Meadow, CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers at our CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers/Drivers at all our Ostrander, St. Charles, Wykoff, & Chester, IA. Potential employees CHS locations including Grand Meadow, Ostrander, and CHS locations including Byron, Claremont, Grand Meadow, must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined and St. Charles. Potential employees must be familiar with farm Ostrander, St. Charles, Wykoff, & Chester, IA. Potential employees possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal equipment, mechanically inclined and possess or have the must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined and CDL. Please apply online at www.chsrochester.com/aboutability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal CDL. possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal us/careers. Please apply online at: If you have any questions contact: CDL. Please apply online at www.chsrochester.com/abouthttps://www.chsrochester.com/about-us/careers/ Chris (Byron & Claremont) 507-775-2900 us/careers. Mike (Grand Meadow) 507-754-5125 If you have any questions contact: If Mark (St. Charles) 507-932-4830 you have any questions contact: Chris (Byron & Claremont) 507-775-2900 Troy (Grand Meadow/Ostrander) 507-754-5125 Steve (Wykoff) 507-951-3343 Mike (Grand Meadow) 507-754-5125 Mike orTroy (Ostrander) 507-657-2234 Mark (St. Charles) 507-932-4830 Mark (St. Charles) 507-932-4830 Jeff (Chester, IA) 563-565-2415 Steve (Wykoff) 507-951-3343
HELP WANTED Head cook
6:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Mon., Wed., Thurs., & Every other weekend as needed
Some benefits
A great place to work! Call Cathy at 507-765-9986 or 507-259-3291
Custom soybean roller looking for work in SE Minnesota. Call Mitch at (507) 251-2817
R.D. BRummonD +SONS
ERIC LINSMEIER TRUCKING LLC based in Redwood Falls, MN is hiring company drivers and owner/operators to pull hopper bottom in the upper Midwest. Call 507/829-9043 (MCAN)
Park Lane Estates Assisted Living
or Apprentice Lineworker JourneymanJourneyman or Apprentice Lineworker (Spring Valley, MN)
MiEnergy Cooperative, of Rushford MN is seeking applications for a Journeyman or Apprentice MiEnergy Cooperative with offices located in Rushford, MN and Cresco, IA Lineworker. is seeking applications for either a Journeyman or an Apprentice Lineworker our Spring Valley, Qualifications:for Must have a Minnesota ClassMN A CDLoutpost. driver’s license. High school graduate or GED with the completion of a recognized accredited lineworkers’ a strong understanding of Qualifications: High school graduate or GED school with with completion of the theory ofaccredited electricity and associated principles. recognized lineworkers’ school with a strong understanding of Skills the required: theory Legible of electricity and associated principles. Must have a Class A handwriting, good oral and written communication skills, and be CDL driver’sinclined. license. mechanically Ability to operate and maintain various types of equipment safely. Skills required: Good oral and written communication skills, be The job descriptions and applications are available Applicationsvarious will be mechanically inclined, have the abilityattowww.mienergy.coop. operate and maintain accepted until September safely 22, 2017.and Equalbe Opportunity types of equipment a teamEmployer. player. The job description and application are available at www.mienergy.coop. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
RN/LPNs
NEW GRADUATES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Chosen Valley Care Center is seeking RN/LPNs with solid leadership skills who want to put their clinical skills to work in a fast-paced long term care facility. This opening would be for a 12-24 hours per week position. This position opening includes: • Premium wages • 12-Hour shifts • Every third weekend and every third holiday • Medical/Dental Insurance - if eligible • 401k Matching Retirement Plan - if eligible • PTO - if eligible We are looking for team members who desire to make the difference in the lives of our residents. Applications/resumes can be mailed to: Director of Clinical and Resident Services, Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., 1102 Libery Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or emailed to: don@chosenvalleyseniorliving. com. Applications will be accepted until position filled. You can also download an application at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
410 Park lane SE Preston, MN Equal Opportunity Employer
Root River Hardwoods
Kiln Dried Lumber Store is currently looking for a carpenter to work in our door shop. Work indoors year round. Drug test required. Benefit package available. Retirement plan.
To apply stop in at Root River Hardwoods Inc. 1300 Energy Drive, Preston Just off Hwy 52 N, or call
507-765-2284 The Fillmore County Journal is looking for a
FREELANCE WRITER to cover
Canton City Council Starting pay of $60 per story, with future increases possible.
Please send a letter of interest and writing sample to Editor, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or email: ellen@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call for more information, 507-765-2151
Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community
NURSING ASSISTANTS FT/PT and On-Call
Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for enthusiastic, dependable and caring CNA’s to join our team. Chosen Valley Care Center enjoys a solid reputation of cares and services, in a supportive working environment, by a dedicated facility team. We are looking for nursing assistants who are compassionate and who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents. We are willing to train the right applicant. This position opening includes: • Premium Wages • Medical/Dental Insurance - if eligible • 401K Matching Retirement Plan - if eligible • PTO - if eligible • Flexible Scheduling on all shifts Applications/resumes will be accepted until the positions are filled and can be mailed to: Director of Nursing, Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or emailed to: nm@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com. Applicants receive considerations for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community
EZ Fab is expanding and has the following openings: 1st shift
Welders 2nd shift
Machine Operators 1st/2nd shift
Powder Coater 1st shift
Saw Operator Apply today in person at EZ Fabricating in Chatfield or online at MEBResources.com
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Monday, March 25, 2019
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PUBLIC NOTICES
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No.: 23-PR-19-163 In Re: Estate of LaVern Vickerman, also known as LaVern Ronald Vickerman, and as LaVern R. Vickerman, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Cristal Adkins, whose address is 12038 State Hwy 43, Mabel, Minnesota 55954 to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representatives. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representatives must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: March 25, 2019 /s/ James D. Attwood Court Administrator Lee Novotny (MN# 0389227) Novotny Law Office, Ltd. 22 Second Street SE Chatfield, MN 55923 Telephone: (507) 867-4080 ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Publish 18,25
representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters of general administration, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the Decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: March 19, 2019 /s/James D. Attwood Court Administrator THIS INSTRUMENT DRAFTED BY: Eric S. Corson Atty. #0350357 CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW PO Box 65 Preston, MN 55965 PHONE: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 info@corsonlaw.com Publish 25, 1
Insurance” must be received by the clerk at the Town Hall on or before the meeting by 8 p.m., April 8, 2019. Amherst Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes. Quotes may be sent to: Kelly Eide, 21508 Firefly Road, Lanesboro, MN 55949. Kelly Eide Clerk Publish 25,1
55 East Fifth Street, Suite 800 St. Paul, MN 55101-1718 651-291-8955 651-228-1753 (fax) THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 8880-17-00482-4 Publish 25,4,11,18,25,1
bid and made payable to the Fillmore County Auditor-Treasurer. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Minimum wage rates to be paid by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87-581 and implementing regulations. READ CAREFULLY THE WAGE SCALES AND DIVISION A OF THE SPECIAL PROVISIONS AS THEY AFFECT THIS/ THESE PREJECT/PROJECTS The County of Fillmore hereby notifies all bidders: in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Act), as amended and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federallyassisted programs of the Department of Transportation, it will affirmatively assure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded maximum opportunity to participate and/ or to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin in consideration for an award; In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230 Subpart A-Equal Employment Opportunity on Federal and Federal-Aid Construction Contracts (including supportive services), it will affirmatively assure increased participation of minority groups and disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry, and that on any project will be provided to all persons without regard to their race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin; In accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.08 Unfair discriminatory Practices, it will affirmatively assure that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be offered to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.36 Certificates of Compliance for Public Contracts, and 363A.37 Rules for Certificates of Compliance, it will assure that appropriate parties to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement possess valid Certificates of Compliance. If you are not a current holder of a compliance certificate issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and intend to bid on any job in this advertisement you must contact the Department of Human Rights immediately for assistance in obtaining a certificate. The following notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights applies to all contractors: “It is hereby agreed between the parties that Minnesota Statute, section 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 are incorporated into any contract between these parties based on this specification or any modification of it. A copy of Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 is available upon request from the contracting agency.” “It is hereby agreed between the parties that this agency will require affirmative action requirements be met by contractors in relation to Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules 5000.3600. Failure by a contractor to implement an affirmative action plan or make a good faith effort shall result in revocation of its certificate or revocation of the contract (Minnesota Statute 363A.36, Subd. 2 and 3.” A minimum goal of 1.5% Good Faith Effort to be subcontracted to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises. Dated: March 1, 2019 Ronald Gregg, Fillmore County Engineer, Fillmore County, MN Publish 18,25,1
PILOT MOUND TOWNSHIP ROCK QUOTES SOUGHT The Pilot Mound Township Board will accept quotes for Class 2 crushed rock which meets specifications. Two quotes per company are needed: delivered and spread by June 30, 2018, and from the pile price. Also quotes for ice rock and rip rap delivered are needed. Quotes are to be on a ton basis. Certificates of Insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes are to be sent or delivered to the township clerk on or before 5:00 P.M. April 8, 2019. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. William Sullivan, Clerk Pilot Mound Township 28609 310th St. Chatfield MN 55923 Publish 18,25 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-19-190 In Re: Estate of Joseph Jerome Ptacek, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INTESTATE) Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. No Will has been presented for probate. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Mildred H. Ptacek, whose address is 725 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975, to serve as the personal representative of the Decedent’s estate. Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal
FILLMORE TOWNSHIP ROCK QUOTES Fillmore Township will accept written quotes on a per ton basis for crushed road rock to be delivered and spread. Certificate of $1.5 million liability insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes must be in the hands of the Clerk of Fillmore Township by Monday, April 8, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., when they will be opened at the township meeting. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Bonnie Heidtke, Clerk 26297 County 7 Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 459-3443 Publish 18,25 REQUEST FOR QUOTES FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP The Fountain Township Board is requesting quotes for the following: Class II road rock on a per ton basis for quarry pick-up 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 6:00 p.m. April 3, 2019. Quotes will be opened at the April 4, 2019, regular meeting at the Fountain Fire Hall beginning at 8:00 p.m. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all quotes. Dan Graskamp, Clerk 814 iller Lane SE Stewartville, MN 55976 Publish 18,25,1 CARIMONA TOWNSHIP ROCK QUOTES Carimona Township Board will accept quotes on crushed rock that meet the state specifications to be delivered and spread on Township roads by order of the Supervisors. Certificate of Insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes must be in the hands of the Clerk by Monday April 1, 2019, at 7:00 pm. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Linda Marzolf, Clerk 19792 County 15 Preston, MN 55965 Publish 25,1 AMHERST TOWNSHIP ROAD ROCK QUOTES Amherst Township will receive quotes for “Road Rock” w/fines, to be delivered and spread on township roads as needed, also at times loaded into the township truck at the quarry. Quotes should also include “ice rock.” All quotes should be by the ton or by the yard. The rock must meet Minnesota Department of Transportation specifications and scale receipts will be required and must be submitted with billing to receive payment. All “Quotes” and a “Certificate of
CITY OF RUSHFORD VILLAGE ROCK BIDS REQUEST The City of Rushford Village will accept bids for up to 3000 cubic yards of Class 2 crushed rock wearing course that meets MN DOT requirements, to be delivered by the cubic yard and spread or stockpiled, or picked up at the quarry pile. Must be spread on roads by June 15, 2019, and stockpiled for winter use in September or October, 2019. Penalties may be imposed if rock is delayed. Please specify price per ton and price per yard. Bids must include a Certificate of Insurance and be received by the Rushford Village City Clerk, 43038 State Highway 30, Rushford Village, MN 559715167 no later than 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Please label outside of envelope “2019 ROCK BID.” The Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Note: Rushford Village requires that rock is to be billed directly by the rock company to others, when delivered to others at the same time as to Rushford Village. Mary Miner, Clerk – City of Rushford Village
ELECTION RESULTS MONEY CREEK TOWNSHIP To the voters of Money Creek Township, Houston County, MN: The results of the March 12, 2019, Annual Township Election are as follows: For the office of Supervisor for a 3-year term: Dale Omodt, 40, Paul Ledebuhr 26. For the office of Treasurer for a 2-year term: Rich Nelson, 63, Josh Bedard, 1. Adam Florin, Clerk Publish 25 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: Mortgagor: Jeffrey D Atwood and Natalie J Atwood, husband and wife as joint tenants Mortgagee: First Alliance Credit Union Dated: 03/07/2017 Recorded: 03/20/2017 Fillmore County Recorder Document No. 411963 Assigned To: C.U. Mortgage Services, Inc. Dated: 03/07/2017 Recorded: 03/20/2017 Fillmore County Recorder Document No. 411964 Transaction Agent: N/A Transaction Agent Mortgage Identification Number: N/A Lender or Broker: First Alliance Credit Union Residential Mortgage Servicer:Servion, Inc. Mortgage Originator: First Alliance Credit Union LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 9, Sheldon Addition to the City of Spring Valley, Fillmore County, Minnesota This is Abstract Property. TAX PARCEL NO.: 36.0886.000 ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 605 Hillcrest Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $80,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE: $86,866.13 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: April 11, 2019, 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Main Lobby, Fillmore County Courthouse, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within 6 Months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns. DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: The date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under Minnesota Statutes section 580.30 or the property redeemed under Minnesota Statutes section 580.23 is October 11, 2019 at 11:59 p.m. If the foregoing date is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, then the date to vacate is the next business day at 11:59 p.m. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: NONE THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: February 18, 2019 Servion, Inc., formerly known as CU Mortgage Services, Inc., Assignee of Mortgagee By: PFB LAW, PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION Attorneys for: Servion, Inc., formerly known as CU Mortgage Services, Inc., Assignee of Mortgagee
COUNTY PROJECT BIDS CLOSE APRIL 15, 2019 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN until 11:00 a.m. on the 15th day of April, 2019, for the following project: SAP 023-600-006: Grading, Aggregate Base, Culvert Replacement & Bituminous Pavement, located on Grosbeak Rd, beginning 2291’ SW of the Jct of TH 16 and Grosbeak Rd and extending NE to a point 59.54’ SW of the Jct of TH 16 & Grosbeak Rd . Plan and proposal price is $50.00 picked up, and $55.00 if sent by US mail. Plans, Proposal and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. # 507-765-3854. Request for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany the bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: March 25, 2019 Ronald Gregg, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN Publish 18,25,1 COUNTY PROJECTS BIDS CLOSE APRIL 15, 2019 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN 10:00 a.m. on the 15th day of April, 2019, for the following project: LOST-115P-1: Full Depth Reclamation, Bituminous Surfacing and Aggregate Shouldering, located on Fillmore County Road 115, approximately 1.4 miles East of Harmony, MN from the Jct. of TH 52 to the Jct. of CSAH 21. This project is being paid with Local Option Sales Tax funds and therefore prevailing wages are not required. Plan and proposal price is $25.00 picked up, and $30.00 if sent by US mail. Plans, Proposal and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. # 507-765-3854. Request for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany the bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: March 7, 2019 Ronald Gregg, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN Publish 18,25,1 COUNTY PROJECT BIDS CLOSE APRIL 15, 2019 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN until 1:30 p.m. on the 15th day of April, 2019, for the following project: SP 023-612-041, Bridge replacement, approach grading & aggregate surfacing, Located on CSAH 12, 1.94 miles west of the Jct. CSAH 14 and CSAH 12 (3.5 miles SW of Preston, MN). Major quantities include 16 x 11 concrete box culvert & end sections, common embankment, common excavation, aggregate surfacing, riprap & seeding. Plan and proposal price is $50.00 picked up, and $55.00 if sent US mail. Plans, Proposals and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. # 507-765-3854. Request for Plans and proposal must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid must accompanying the
YUCATAN TOWNSHIP Local Board of Appeal and Equalization Regarding important information for property assessments. This may effect your 2020 property taxes. The Board of Appeal and Equalization for Yucatan Township will meet on Thursday April 11. 2019, at 10:00 AM at the Town Hall, 10155 County, Road 4.The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor. If you believe the value or classification is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization. The board will review your assessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the County Board of Appeal and Equalization. Deborah Dewey Yucatan Township Clerk Publish 25,1
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, March 25, 2019
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
PUBLIC NOTICES
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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION NOTICE OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FILLMORE COUNTY SSTS ORDINANCE The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners adopted several amendments to the Fillmore County Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) Ordinance on January 8, 2019. These amendments all pertain to Section 803, Sale or Transfer of Real Estate. The topics covered include Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) Compliance Inspection, and Escrow Account. A complete copy of this ordinance amendment may be picked up in the Zoning Office during regular office hours or may be viewed in its entirety on the Fillmore County Website at www. co.fillmore.mn.us Cristal Adkins Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 25,1,8
NOTICE OF TIME CHANGE FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP The Fountain Township board will conduct regular monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month at the Fountain Fire Hall. Meetings for the months of April 2019 through November 2019 will begin at 8:00 p.m. Dan Graskamp, Clerk Publish 18,25
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SYLVAN APTS - LANESBORO Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd smoke free apts. Must be 62+ or disabled. Rent based on 30% of monthly gross income. Includes off-street parking w/plug-ins, on-site laundry, all utilities, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-4672222 or 507-451-8524, www.lifestyleinc. net tdd 507-451-0704 Equal Housing Opportunity r25-o
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RUSHFORD MANOR - RUSHFORD Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd smoke free apts. Rent based on 30% of gross income. Includes off-street parking, onsite laundry, heat, water, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-4518524, www.lifestyleinc.net tdd 507451-0704 Equal Housing Opportunity r25-o
HARMONY APTS - HARMONY Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd apts. Must be 62+ or disabled. Rent based on 30% of monthly gross income. Includes off-street parking w/plug-ins, on-site laundry, community room, heat, water, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit. 507-4518524, www.lifestyleinc.net tdd 507-4510704 Equal Housing Opportunity r25-o
RENT TO OWN HOME, must sell. 3 bed 1 bath. $1,900 down $700/month, no bank qualify. Available April 1st. 507273-7618. r11,18,25-x
PUBLIC NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Fillmore Central ISD 2198 (“District”) requests proposals for group insurance coverage for the health plan year beginning September 1, 2019. Sealed proposals will be accepted in paper form until 4:00 pm central time on May 28th, 2019 at: Fillmore Central District Office 700 Chatfield Street PO Box 50 Preston, MN 55965 Copies of the request for proposal and exhibits may be requested from Richard Keith, Superintendent richard. keith@isd2198.k12.mn.us, and will be sent electronically at no charge. District reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. District reserves the right to select the proposal which it determines to be in the best interest of the District. Publish 25,1 NOTICE FOR BIDS FORESTVILLE TOWNSHIP Bids will be received until 7:30 pm on April 16, 2019, 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 delivery 100 – 10,000 tons per day anywhere in the township at the Board’s request, and delivery prior to May 18, 2018. Quarry site must be specified in the bid. All other road rock including breaker run rock and 2-1/2” 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 road grading/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 the Supervisor’s request, and bids for mowing and snow removal 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 and 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 16, 2019, at 7:30 pm at the Forestville Town Hall. All bidders or representatives are invited to attend the bid opening. Mail to: Lori Winter, Clerk, Forestville Township, 20719 Mission Lane, Wykoff, MN 55990 Lori Winter, Clerk Publish 25,1 ROCK QUOTES CARROLTON TOWNSHIP Carrolton Town Board will accept written quotes on a per ton basis for crushed rock that will meet state specifications. Rock is to be delivered spread anywhere in the Township as needed. Quotes for rock and Certificate of Insurance must be in the hands of the clerk by April 3, 2019, at 4:00 p.m. Carrolton Township will meet on April 3, 2019, at 4:00 p.m. at the Town Hall. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Luanne Storelee, Clerk Publish 18,25 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 8:00 p.m. on April 11, 2019. The township reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Barb Eiken Township Clerk Publish 25, 1 MEETING NOTICE NEWBURG TOWNSHIP Newburg Township will hold its regular monthly meetings the second Thursday of every month at 8 p.m., beginning in April. Barb Eiken Township Clerk Publish 25,1
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Lilli Carlson Morgan Simpson 1st Place 1st Place Poetry Extemporaneous Reading
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TRIPLE A AWARD WINNERS
Congratulations to Lilli Carlson and Ben Beckman! They are Houston High School’s representatives for the Triple A award.
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SPRING CONCERTS Thursday, 5/16/19 @ 6:30pm K – 4th grade Music Spring Concert Elementary gym, $1 admission. Matinee @ 2:00 PM, no charge.
Tuesday, May 21 @ 6:30pm Family Literacy Night was celebrated at Houston Elementary School on March 7. Following the theme “BRINGING BOOKS TO LIFE,” teachers, staff and community members did exactly that!
5th and 6th grade Band & Vocal Spring Concert Elementary gym, $1 admission. Matinee @ 2:00 PM, no charge.
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, March 25, 2019
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
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