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Fire Department looking for more space in Canton

By Liz Giese liz@fillmorecountyjournal.com

District Judge Matt Opat administers the oath of office to newly elected commissioner Mitch Lentz.

By Karen Reisner

Lentz takes oath

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Fillmore County has operated much of the last 10 months with less than a full board.

Chuck Amunrud resigned in May of 2014 leaving a four person board until Harry Root was elected and took the oath of office after the general election in November. Tom Kaase resigned at the end of the year to accept his new position as sheriff. After a special election on March 31, newly elected Mitch Lentz took the oath of office this day, April 7, administered by District Judge Matt Opat. Once again, a full five member board representing all five districts will manage the business of Fillmore County.

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Fillmore County road projects funded County engineer Ron Gregg reported that one of three applications made for Local Road Improvement Program state funding was funded.

Applications had been made for County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 15 in Carimona Township south of Preston, CSAH 8 in Spring Valley Township, and CSAH 30 in Harmony Township.

Full depth reclamation and resurfacing for a portion of CSAH 8 north of Spring Valley was successfully funded in the amount of $750,000.

Gregg reported that state bonding funds had been secured to pay for two bridge replacement projects (triple box

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culverts) on CSAH 2. Chairman Duane Bakke remarked that with these bridge projects and the CSAH 8 funding the county will have over $1,000,000 worth of road and bridge work done just because Gregg had applied for funding.

He continued that Gregg has been aggressively going out and applying for these funds. Gregg said the county will be doing about twice the construction work this year compared to last year.

Gregg said only one bid was received for bituminous surfacing projects on CSAH 9 through Greenleafton, CSAH 14 south of Ostrander and east of county road 5, and CSAH 20 west of GreenleafSee LENTZ Page 12 

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Fire Chief Randy Gossman was present at the regular meeting of the Canton City Council on April 8 to ask about the possibility of expanding the Fire Department.

Gossman stated that the Canton Fire Department is very tight on space and they going to be training to use the Jaws of Life, but currently have no place to store it. He said it is hard to get into their uniforms in the space they have and their additional storage space is full. Several ideas were discussed, including an addition on the south side of the building, adding a lean-to for additional storage, or putting in an overhead door to use the Community Center for additional space to park trucks. Mayor Donivee Johnson said “It will require a lot of consideration

and thought,” and noted that the Community Center is the most rentable building in town.

The issue was tabled to give the council some time to think about it to try to come up with a good solution.

The council approved Connor Keene as a new fireman.

It was noted that twelve firemen are required, but it helps to have more when trying to get grants and there are not as many candidates as there once was.

Garbage contract Greg Skauge and two other representatives from Richards Sanitation were present at the meeting to discuss the garbage and recycling contract. Skauge said he will agree to offer residents the option of a smaller size (32 gallon) cart or the standard (65 gallon) cart for recycling. They will paint the lids yellow on the smaller black See FIRE DEPT. Page 13 

Fountain council hears from new wireless provider

By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Fountain City Council met on April 2, 2015 where the first order of business was being introduced to Joe Glende with HBC of Winona, Minn. HBC is bringing their wireless internet service to town to start with and if there is an interest they could also offer landline phone service.

Glende assured the council that their service is “a lot more reliable” than service residents

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have received in the past from another company. The tower HBC uses has a UPS on it so if power goes out service will not be lost. He also feels their pricing is competitive with several packages available.

Motion by Gudmundson, seconded by Ostby to approve consent agenda items including Minutes from the March 5, 2015 regular meeting, Treasurer’s report, and monthly city bills/fire dept. bills. Motion carried.

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City Clerk Ronda Flattum reminded the council of the Safety & Loss Workshops on April 14, 2015 at Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, Minn. which Flattum and city maintenance foreman John Hanson will attend.

The 2015 SEMLM (Southern Minnesota League of Municipalities) Conference will be held April 29, 2015.

A Root River Trail Towns committee to represent and support the City of Fountain has been established which includes Ronda Flattum, Terri Allen, Barb Jeffers, and Julie Gade.

The next Trail Days meeting will be held Thursday, April 9, 2015 at the Community Center.

An issue with a resident’s utility bill was discussed as the resident requested their water turned off for one month while out of town and did not feel there should be a balance due. The council determined that as the water was shut off between billing cycles there was a balance due.

A second resident requested a separate water meter for water used to water a garden. Request denied.

Approved a $1000 donation to Trail Days 2015.

Fountain Police Chief Tom Mosher reported on activity in March 2015. March 3 - attended four hours of crime scene/ death scene investigation training in Rushford, Minn. March

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5 - responded to a parent and child physically fighting. March 9 - checked on the welfare of a small child after a report of bruising on the child’s leg, which was unfounded.

March 12 - was requested to pick up a dead eagle on side of the road. Chief Mosher explained that the DNR collects all dead eagles for testing so anytime one is spotted it should be reported to law enforcement.

March 12 - took pictures of several sidewalks in Fountain, mainly on First Street, which also includes a city sidewalk in front of the pump house, that are in dire disrepair which could affect snow removal next winter.

March 17 and 19 - service to squad car which were covered by a recall and the vehicle warranty.

In Old Business a liquor license amendment was tabled until the April 2015 regular meeting. The DO monitoring system at the

WWTP is not working. There will be an inspection on April 13, 2015 to look into the problem.

Nitrate levels have come down recently but are still not acceptable.

On April 8, 2015 three representatives from the MPCA, City Engineer Dave Morrill, Jim Miller with Wenck Associates, Inc., and Dave Gartner with PeopleService, Inc. will visit the plant to troubleshoot.

In new business a discussion was held about an inquiry by Jackie Hrstka to hold a Farmer’s Market. Flattum will speak with City Attorney Scott Springer as to the city’s obligation in the matter.

Schott made note that the pump house roof is in need of repair.

Flattum reported that the City of Fountain website had 506 visits during March 2015 which is the highest monthly total to date.

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Housing incentive applications approved

By Karen Reisner At the April 6 Preston City Council meeting three applications for 2015 housing incentives were approved. The incentive program is a partnership between the Preston Economic Development Authority (EDA), Preston Public Utilities, city government, and the Preston Golf and Country Club.

The program offers three incentive applications for new construction, three for existing housing, and three for housing renovation projects. The council approved three applications as recommended by the EDA; two for existing housing for Gabby Kinneberg and Kenneth “John” Hall and one for new construction for Tom Burke.

Other business in brief •A rezoning request from Eric and Tara Corson to rezone their property at 516 Pleasant

Street NE from R-2 (Family Residential) to R-3 (Multiple Family Residential) was approved. This will allow the property to be used for weekly and nightly rental or a ‘vacation’ rental house. Eric Corson said he had discussed this with a number of his neighbors.

Planning and Zoning had held a public hearing and recommended approval since R-3 was compatible zoning in the neighborhood. Kerry Soiney had written a letter to P and Z asking that renters respect neighboring property owners’ rights to privacy and peace and quiet. There was no other comment at the public hearing.

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C ommentary STANDING GUARD: Patriots among us, Part 2

By Jeff Erding Kenny Erding, U S Navy, 1940-46. WWII The year was 1946. The stocky young sailor stepped off the train and shouldered his duffel bag for what he hoped was the last time. Though the town, Wykoff, was new to him, he felt a wave of relief that he was back in Minnesota after six long years and soon to reunite with his family, Jeff Erding his parents having acquired a grocery store in town during his time away. Wearing dress whites, he noticed several curious looks from local residents; who was this sharp looking young sailor and why was he walking south toward downtown Wykoff? While returning serviceman were a common sight, it seemed odd to the locals that an unknown sailor would be in town.

The sailor’s head swiveled quickly as a feminine voice called his name from across the street. The young lady who had called out quickly separated herself from the group she was with and hurried toward him, again calling his name. He paused as she quickly approached, trying his best to recognize her, but to his consternation, was unable to do so. Who in the world could this be? Rather than slowing as she arrived, she added to his surprise when she launched herself at him and threw her arms around his neck, crying with joy. His duffel slipped from his shoulder as he fought to regain his balance and recover from the shock of having this unfamiliar person greet him with such Editorial Cartoon

unbridled joy.

Sensing his surprise, the young lady tipped her head back and laughed through her tears. “ Kenny, don’t you recognize me? It’s me, Charlotte!”

She saw disbelief flood his face, soon followed by the joy of recognition as he returned her embrace. He fought back tears as he realized that his youngest sister, a sixth grader when last he saw her in the spring of 1940, had become a young women in his absence. A lot of things can change in six years, which was how long it had been since he left Minn. Six long, agonizing years, and now he was back to stay!

Born just southwest of Plainview in 1920, Kenny’s family soon moved to a farm near Grand Meadow, where Kenny attended school through the 9th grade and acquired a mental and physical toughness that would serve him well later in life. His only brother was ten years older and out of school, and Kenny became adept at defending himself on the playground as schoolmates from the large local families tested his fighting ability. As the new kid, he was forced to defend yourself nearly every day.

Kenny shook his head at the memories of all those childhood battles. “ They were all big families,” he recalled. “ If you licked one, the next oldest brother would step in, and it just kept going until you fought your way through the whole darn family. Then, when you worked through that family, there was always another family waiting for you the next day!”

Kenny decided then and there that being the new kid was not an advantageous situation and vowed to never put his own

kids through it. He was as good as his word; none of his four children ever had to be “the new kid.”

With the dustbowl and the Great Depression came a move off the farm to Stewartville, where Kenny’s dad purchased and operated a pool hall. The toughness Kenny had acquired now served him well as a student athlete playing football for the legendary coach Rocky Rice.

Kenny acquired the nickname “Dynamite Erding” as, despite playing at just over 140 pounds, his quickness and toughness allowed him to consistently best much larger opponents. His exploits during a win against arch rival Chatfield in the fall of 1937 were the fodder of legend around Stewartville for years.

Graduating high school in 1938, it seemed inevitable another world war would soon involve America. Kenny enlisted in the Navy and received Basic Training at Great Lakes in the spring of 1940. When he got on the train after boot leave to report for duty aboard the Destroyer USS McCall at San Diego, Calif., he was completely unaware it would be his last glimpse of Minn. for a very long time.

DD400 USS McCall was a two stack destroyer built at the Bethlehem Facility in San Francisco. She was the fastest ship in the fleet at the time of her commissioning in 1938. McCall was a lucky ship in many ways, and she spent a gallant but brief time upon the seas. Despite several overhauls, the constant stress and pounding of gunfire, torpedo blasts, and high speed runs in stormy seas took their toll. Fifty years later, there was sadness in Kenny’s voice as we discussed her fate.” All the action we went

through shook her all to hell,” he said. “ Nothing worked properly towards the end. Hatches didn’t close right, welds were splitting, she was just beyond repair.” The gallant McCall was decommissioned in late 1945 and sold for scrap two years later, a testament to the rough use the McCall and her crew endured.

Every adult and many children of the era have a vivid memory of where they were when they learned the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Kenny was on the McCall, which was part of a battle group commanded

by Admiral William F “Bull” Halsey on his flagship the Aircraft Carrier Enterprise. Having successfully delivered a load of fighter planes to the naval base at Wake Island, Enterprise was returning to Pearl Harbor and was in fact less than two days from port when the sneak attack took place. Enterprise received orders to counterattack, but was unable to locate the Japanese fleet.

Looking back, Kenny felt this was a stroke of luck. “Halsey was a fighting S.O.B” Kenny stated, “and if we had found them, he would have gone right at ‘em with everything he had.

They would have wiped us out.”

Kenny was likely correct. The Japanese fleet was composed of six carriers and numerous support vessels; unfavorable odds against the single carrier Enterprise and her pitifully small group of escorts.

Kenny had great respect for Admiral Halsey, and was proud to serve in his battle group. He had a vivid memory of how to quickly repair parts and other supplies could be obtained when McCall was in port. “Whatever you needed, when the logistics and supply people found out you were with Halsey’s battle group, you got it and FAST!” No one wanted to have Bull Halsey find out one of his ships needed something and were turned down; life for the guilty party would quickly become unpleasant indeed!

The next few years were a blur of intense activity as American forces fought their way through the south and central Pacific and eventually conquered the forces of Japan.(Google USS McCall DD400). Kenny watched Jimmy Doolittle’s raiders fly B25’s off the deck of the Hornet in April of 1942 on their way to bomb Tokyo. There were battles in the Marshalls and Gilbert’s, the Aleutians, Guadalcanal, the Solomon’s, Guam, the Philippines, the Marianas, Iwo Jima, Okinawa, and countless others; McCall received nine major battle stars during WWII service.

By skillful ship handling, McCall survived a monster typhoon that sank several other war ships and nearly cost Admiral Halsey his command.

As Captain’s Talker on the bridge, Kenny played a vital role as McCall executed her duties with daring and gallantry.

Many an enemy submarine and plane fell prey to the skill of her crew as they manned her guns and array of depth charges with deadly efficiency.

July of 1944 found the McCall on patrol off the island of Guam, then still occupied by the Japanese. Standing his watch, Kenny observed a flashing heliograph signal from Uruno Point. It was a Morse code message and the source was confirmed as friendly. The signal resulted in a daring recovery effort by volunteers from McCall that resulted in the rescue of Marine George Tweed, who had been hiding from the Japanese since they occupied the island in 1939! Tweed supplied vital information regarding the disposition and strength of the enemy forces, saving countless lives when American forces reclaimed the island soon after.

The McCall was a lucky ship, but Kenny felt the good fortune was to a large degree due to the incredibly skilled ship handling displayed by Commander William “Speeder” Veddar. Lady luck favors the skilled and prepared, and the McCall, despite participating in almost every major engagement for the duration of the war, suffered the loss of only one sailor, apparently washed overboard during a typhoon. An enviable record.

Commander Veddar was a tough leader who demanded the best from his crew; they grew to love him for it as his leadership kept the ship unharmed.

During the difficult years away from home, one thing sustained Kenny through the war: the dream of returning to southeast Minn., settling down and raising a family. He was able to achieve that goal, eventually securing the position of Postmaster of Wykoff, a job he held until he retired in 1982. He married and raised four children, I being the second oldest, who all attended K through 12 in the Wykoff system. He never talked much about his military service until in his 80s; like many who served, he preferred to leave it in the past. He and Mother travelled extensively after his retirement, visiting all 50 states, but neither ever expressed a desire to move to a warmer climate. They always stated that this area still beat out every other place in the world as a good place to live.

Kenny passed away in 2002.

His funeral was the very last held at St. Kilians Catholic Church in Wykoff. He was buried in the St. Kilians cemetery with full military honors.

Dad, we thank you and all veterans for your service in defense of your country. Rest in peace.

Dear readers, God Bless until next time, Jeff

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Government this week •Monday, April 13, Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5 p.m.

•Monday, April 13, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m.

•Monday, April 13, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m.

•Monday, April 13, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m.

• Monday, April 13, Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m.

•Monday, April 13, Houston City Council, City Hall, 7:30 p.m.

•Tuesday, April 14, Fillmore County Commissioners, Fillmore County Courthouse, 9 a.m.

•Tuesday, April 14, Harmony City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m.

•Thursday, April 16, Lanesboro School Board, 7 p.m.

•Monday, April 20, RushfordPeterson School Board, Rushford Biology Room, 5:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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Netanyahu and Obama Greg Rendahl says: Ah, yes, another screed from our resident far right-winger.

First off we have the old attack Amtrak business. Gudmundson “forgets” to tell us that we are twice as safe from death on Amtrak as on a bus and way over 10 times safer from death than traveling in a car. He forgets to tell us of the relatively teeny tiny subsides Amtrak has received as compared to all the government subsides that have been given for building roads and bridges, and airports and air traffic control. He forgets to tell us that freight trains are always given priority of travel over Amtrak.

After the typical “lamestream media” remark we get “The Obama administration destroyed Patraeus (sic) because they are afraid of him and what he knows and might say.” How crazy can a person get to come up with something like that? Petraeus, and admitted adulterer, gave his lover “highly classified documents” and lied about it to the FBI. The lie by itself is a felony charge, yet Petraeus was allowed to plead guilty to a misdemeanor and no prison time. As for criticism of Obama, yes, Obama and our Justice Department should have insisted on multiple felony charges and jail time.

Finally, Gudmundson brings up Iran and concludes with “An Obama for swineherd.” Well, well, well. Obama has just reached a wonderful deal with Iran and Bill O’Reilly says that the alternative is “world war.” Two thirds of the American people wanted a deal with Iran. Thank God there are not too many Stan Gudmundson types in America, even though they make a lot of crazy racket.

Wondering says: Could we maybe cut the outrageous farm subsidies that some people get to help pay for the amtrak?

Dogman says: To Mr. Gudmundson: Your repeated insulting and disrespectful comments regarding Pres. Obama are beyond the pale. Pres. Obama for “Swineherd”? Do you have any idea how small and insignificant these insulting statements make you look?

Jeez says: Quit whining dogman. Like nobody ever insulted Bush? Get over yourself, if it were a republican president that was getting insulted you wouldn’t even say anything. doc says: Oh my God, I think I hear banjos.

Dogman says: To Jeez: Come on now. What planet have you been living on? Anyone who has been paying attention to the news over the last 4 yrs. knows that no president, even Bush, has been insulted to the degree Obama has. Might there be some racism there? Any idiot can figure that out.

So where does that put you? I suggest you crawl back under your rock.

Guest Commentary: Addressing Panko and Erding Herb Panko says: Mr. Terbeest: I haven’t had time to fully digest all the statements that you made in this reply of yours. I have skimmed it, however, and one thing clearly screams out for attention from the reader----the visceral intensity of your anger. You begin your screed with “don’t pull that stunt on me” and “about what you tried to pull off with me.” You also sprinkle your reply with numerous words and phrases written in all upper case letters. That’s the verbal equivalent of screaming. Readers generally get a negative feeling towards a writer who begins an opinion piece with angry, defensive language like you did. That means the writer has already turned off most readers after the first sentence or two. Also the extent of your anger tends to re-enforce the perception among moderates and liberals that right wingers are irrational. You do yourself no favors in this regard. Don’t misunderstand me. You will get plenty of support and plaudits from other conservative/right wingers for this opinion piece of yours. I expect to read a number of them. I have no doubt I will also get comments here from other conservatives (and even some conservatives who will claim they are moderates) who support you. I have not decided yet whether I will answer you in the FCJ. I will decide after I have scrutinized your reply more carefully. I’m not sure it deserves a response. says: Mr. Panko, I hope you do respond because Mr. Terbeest did an excellent job.

Honestly, I could care less about what either of you think but after reading your comment, you came across as pompous. You assume you know what the readers feel when they read the first sentence or two.

When I read the first two sentences, I think “whoa” I have to read this and see what it says. You also commented on his article, quoted him, told people what they will think after the first sentence or two, grouped all right wing people together as being irrational, and called this an opinion piece, when he actually stated mostly facts. Last but not least, “I’m not sure it deserves a response”, you went online to read the article and took the time to write one of the most arrogant comments I have seen.

FCJ Reader says: Thank you Dan Terbeest for taking the time to actually write an article with some thought behind it. You are right, you showed examples and facts to prove your points. It is nice to see some writing by someone that went the extra mile by actually doing a little bit of research instead of spewing half truths hoping people will just go along with it.

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Monday, April 13, 2015

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Houston school board discusses expectations for superintendent

By Angie Rodenburg The Houston School Board met on April 7. The meeting covered a number of agenda items,but spent the majority of its time discussing a few continuing items.

Steven Wurst with Unesco began the meeting discussing the assessments that he has done of the school thus far, as requested by the board in late fall of 2014. The assessment included several items, such as facility improvements indoor air quality and assessments of comfortability for faculty and students.

“The next step is to discern what improvements to make, if any,” said Wurst. “Ultimately it will be up to the board to determine what scope of work they might want to see accomplished.”

Wurst indicated that the price tag for addressing all

concerns may be hefty, but he encouraged the board to analyze the assessment and to make a decision on addressing what was important for them to change.

Wurst also reminded the board that they are quickly approaching the best time to place bids with contractors, as contracting businesses are looking to fill their summer quota, so they would likely have lower prices for bids. The board hopes to make a decision by the next meeting, so that projects would be on track to begin in May. The board then began to discuss an item that had been on the table for many meetings; goals for the superintendent.

The purpose for these goals is for the board to have measurable results for evaluation purposes.

Board member Mimi Carlson

discussed coming up with goals that align with the four tenets of Houston Public Schools: Maximum student achievement, having a safe, welcoming, and innovative learning environment, encouraging parental involvement and community partnerships, and maintaining efficient and effective operations. “(We) start with these four core values and see what our objectives are underneath those,” suggested Carlson. She continued on saying that the specific goals may change year to year, but that Superintendent Krin Abraham’s goals should always be accomplishing one, or more, of these tenets.

Vice-chair Gary Wilson added his observation, saying “technically, what’s missing here is the board setting its goals.” Board members seemed to not agree

on how much of the goals are set by the board and how much are set by Abraham.

“There is a statute on competency of the superintendent that governs some of these things,” added board member Michaeleen Bonner. At this point, the board debated bringing in a mediator to help decipher what some of these goals may be. “For as many times as we have been facilitated I have yet to see (a facilitator) do any more than we did ourselves,” said clerk Ron Evenson.

“This board hasn’t had a conversation to see what our priorities are,” said Bonner, echoing a sentiment expressed by Wilson earlier in the meeting. The board decided to schedule a meeting to decipher what these priorities are, before bringing those expectations to Abraham.

The board then discussed purchasing a new bus. “I thought

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we just got through this, but I guess we’re doing it again,” joked Wilson. Abraham then reminded the board that there used to be a separate transportation budget, but that fund was combined with general budget.

When there was a separate transportation line item, it made sense just to buy a bus every year because there was money in the transportation budget,” said Abraham. After the transportation budget was combined into the general fund, buying a new bus each year was no longer the priority. Now, the busses have reached a point that replacement needed to happen year after year. The board will look into exact costs at the next board meeting and plan to pass a motion on purchasing a new bus.

The next Houston School Board meeting will take place on April 21 at 6 p.m. in the high school library. All members of the public are welcome to attend.

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2005 chev uplander, lt bronze, 139,088 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/ locks/seats, CD, air bags, $5,537 2004 Ford Freestar, white, 219,126 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/ seats, CD, air bags, $2,889

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Notice of fiLLMoRe coUNtY DeLiNQUeNt tAXeS

State of Minnesota In District Court County of Fillmore Third Judicial District Court File 23-CV-15-95 TO: ALL PERSONS WITH A LEGAL INTEREST IN THE PARCELS OF REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THE FOLLOWING DELINQUENT TAX LIST A list of real property in Fillmore County on which delinquent property taxes and penalties are due has been filed with the Court Administrator of Fillmore County.

This list is published to inform all persons that the listed property is subject to forfeiture because of delinquent taxes.

The property owner, taxpayer, or other interested person must either pay the tax and penalty, plus interest and costs, or file a written objection with the Fillmore County Court Administrator. The objection must be filed by May 04, 2015 stating the reason why the tax or penalty is not due on the property. If no objection is filed, a court judgment will be entered against the property for the unpaid tax, penalty, interest, and costs.

For property under court judgment, the period of redemption begins on May 11, 2015. The period of redemption means the time within which taxes must be paid to avoid losing the property through forfeiture. The period of redemption is three years, with a handful of exceptions. The redemption period is one year for most properties located in a targeted neighborhood, as defined. In the Minnesota laws, and for municipal solid waste disposal facilities. The redemption period is five-weeks for certain abandoned or vacant properties.

You may also enter into a confession of judgment as an alternative method to paying off the delinquent tax amount and avoiding forfeiture. This allows you to pay the delinquent balance in equal annual installments with a down payment due at the time you confess judgment. The length of the installment plan varies: 5 years for commercial-industrial/public utility property; 10 years for all other properties.

If you have homesteaded property, you may be eligible for a Senior Citizen’s Property Tax Deferral; which enables seniors to pay just 3% of their total household income and allow remaining amounts to become a lien on the property that may be deferred for later payment (perhaps upon eventual sale of the property) .

It should also be noted by property homesteaders that you are ineligible to receive the Property Tax Refund while you owe delinquent property tax.

To determine how much interest and costs must be added to pay the tax in full, contact the Fillmore County Auditor/Treasurer’s Office, Fillmore County Courthouse, Preston, MN. 55965. The telephone number is: (507)765-3811.

JAMES D. ATTWOOD DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATOR FILLMORE COUNTY, MINNESOTA DATE: January 26, 2015 Names of Owners, Taxpayers, & Interested Parties

Parcel # Description of Property

PRI - 000022659 PHASE THREE CONSTRUCTION LLC 622 FILLMORE E MABEL MN 55954

MABEL CITY R 02.0014.030 Sect-26 Twp-101 Range-008 .70 AC .70AC NW1/4 SW1/4 FORMERLY RR R0W

PRI - 000022659 PHASE THREE CONSTRUCTION LLC 622 FILLMORE E MABEL MN 55954 PRI - 000022659 PHASE THREE CONSTRUCTION LLC 622 FILLMORE E MABEL MN 55954 PRI - 000043683 JAN SCHULTE & LAURA J SCHULTE 309 LOCUST ST N MABEL MN 55954 PRI - 000040825 DANA J & PAMELA JT HENDRICKSON 1125 TOWN LINE RD INDEPENDENCE MN 55359

PRI - 000034908 BRETT & BRENDA BERGAN 27825 COUNTY 107 PETERSON MN 55962

Year

Total Tax + Penalties ($ + cents)

2014

747.34

2014

38.76

2014

713.47

PRI - 000036087 DAVID D HAUG & CAMERON W HAUG 36310 EDGEWOOD RD HARMONY MN 55939

CANTON TOWNSHIP R 08.0038.000 Sect-04 Twp-101 Range-009 132.95 AC NW1/4 (FRAC) EXC 26.20 AC IN N1/2

R 02.0120.000 MABEL ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-131 Block-001 LOTS 131 & 132

2014

1,664.40

PRI - 000006310 MERLIN J & RUTH SORUM RR 1 BOX 936 HARMONY MN 55939

R 08.0103.000 Sect-10 Twp-101 Range-009 .50 AC PT N 792’ OF W 48’ NW1/4 NE1/4

R 02.0295.000 120’ X 160’ 19200 SQ FT FORMERLY R R PROP

2014

2,339.28 PRI - 000037161 STEVEN W POPPLEWELL 9024 LOOMIS RD CALEDONIA MN 55921

CANTON CITY R 09.0001.010 Sect-20 Twp-101 Range-009 2.50 AC PC 300 X 550’ W1/2 SE1/4 EX 100 X 100’ IN SW COR

PRI - 000037161 STEVEN W POPPLEWELL 9024 LOOMIS RD CALEDONIA MN 55921

R 09.0004.040 Sect-20 Twp-101 Range-009 COM 100’ S NW COR SE1/4 SE1/4 E336’ S173’ W 336’ N 173’ TO BEG EX .12 A TO STATE

2014

2.61

PRI - 000045372 LAND TRUST 09.0017,0012, 08.0247.010 501 SILVERSIDE RD SUITE 87AON WILMINGTON DE 19809

R 09.0012.000 Sect-28 Twp-101 Range-009 6.79 AC W320’OF S 977’ N1/2 NW1/4 EX 153’X165’ IN NW COR

2014

1,153.68

PRI - 000041774 GARRY & JENNIFER DOWLING 110 SOUTH MAIN ST CANTON MN 55922

R 09.0014.000 Sect-28 Twp-101 Range-009 COM AT A PT 380’S OF NW COR E153’ S115’ W153’ N115’ TO BEG

2014

440.00

PRI - 000045372 LAND TRUST 09.0017,0012, 08.0247.010 501 SILVERSIDE RD SUITE 87AON WILMINGTON DE 19809

R 09.0017.000 Sect-28 Twp-101 Range-009 1.45 AC PT OF NW1/4 NW1/4 NW1/4 PART OF LOTS 35-37 & 240-243 ORIG CANTON

2014

5,118.60

PRI - 000040481 WAYNE M HALL PO BOX 148 CANTON MN 55922

R 09.0078.010 CANTON ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-136 LOT 136

2014

75.24

PRI - 000040481 WAYNE M HALL PO BOX 148 CANTON MN 55922

R 09.0078.020 LOT 135

2014

177.84

PRI - 000043414 RICK NELSON 11425 COUNTY 21 CANTON MN 55922

R 09.0081.010 S 32.5’ OF ALLEY BETWEEN LOTS 138,139 & 140 ORIGINAL PLAT CITY OF CANTON

2014

9.12

PRI - 000037161 STEVEN W POPPLEWELL 9024 LOOMIS RD CALEDONIA MN 55921

R 09.0195.020 CANTON ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-009 LOTS 9-13 & LOTS 24-28 CANTON CITY

2014

247.29

2014

321.48

2014

220.00

2014

1,188.00

2014

6,162.84

PREBLE TOWNSHIP R 03.0435.030 Sect-36 Twp-102 Range-008 35.22 AC PT OF S66’ OF NE1/4 SW1/4 & PT OF SE1/4 SW1/4 R 03.0449.000 NOLAN VALLEY SUBDIVISION Lot-007 Block-001 4.39 AC LOT 7 BLOCK 1 NOLAN VALLEY NORWAY TOWNSHIP R 04.0040.030 Sect-05 Twp-103 Range-008 26.00 AC 26AC NW1/4

PRI - 000001984 ROSS L IVERSON 30223 ASPEN RD RUSHFORD MN 55971

RUSHFORD VILLAGE R 05.0196.000 Sect-24 Twp-104 Range-008 6.73 AC PT OF SW 1/4 NE 1/4 SE 1/4 & PT OF NW 1/4 SE 1/4 SE 1/4 RUSHFORD CITY R 06.0084.000 Sect-14 Twp-104 Range-008 RUSHFORD OUTLOTS Lot-005 OL 5 NW1/4 SE1/4

2014

2014

2014

2014

2014

1,096.68

382.80

587.40

4.56

206.80

2014

16.64

572.28

PRI - 000029237 DEBORAH J RISLOV 410 W CENTER RUSHFORD MN 55971 CON - 000030608 LILLIAN P NELSON 206 NORTH MONEYCREEK ST RUSHFORD MN 55971

R 06.0530.000 BIRCH VIEW ADDITION Lot-002 Block-001 SLY 50’ OF NLY 150’ LOT 2 BIRCHVIEW ADD

2014

PRI - 000029237 DEBORAH J RISLOV 410 W CENTER RUSHFORD MN 55971

R 06.0584.000 HUNGERHOLT SUBDIVISION Lot-004 Block-001 LOT 4 BLK 1 HUNGERHOLT SUBDIVISION

2014

PRI - 000037281 DANIEL A FOX 137 CENTENNIAL ST PETERSON MN 55962

PETERSON CITY R 07.0047.000 Sect-30 Twp-104 Range-008 PETERSON OUTLOTS Lot-009 OL 9 E OF RR & S OF MILL ST IN NE1/4

PRI - 000037281 DANIEL A FOX 137 CENTENNIAL ST PETERSON MN 55962

Parcel # Description of Property

1,374.84

R 04.0137.020 Sect-15 Twp-103 Range-008 .34 AC 50’ WIDE STRIP RUNNING N 444’ FROM CO RD 10 ALONG W LINE OF

PRI - 000028349 JOEL JOHNSON RR 1 BOX 87A PETERSON MN 55962

Names of Owners, Taxpayers, & Interested Parties

2014

PRI - 000036510 THOMAS L MOORE & SARAH K MOORE 312 CLOVERLEAF DR COUNCIL BLUFFS IA 51503-5319 NE1/4 NW1/4

PRI - 000033781 CYNTHIA BETH WOLF 29182 HARTWOOD DR PO BOX 422 RUSHFORD MN 55971

Year

Total Tax + Penalties ($ + cents)

2014

R 07.0059.010 Sect-30 Twp-104 Range-008 BEG AT PT N 39DEG 53MIN E 450’ FROM THE SW COR NE1/4 SEC 30 THEN N61DEG 10MIN E264’ TH S 28DEG 50MIN E 165’ TH S 61DEG 10MIN W 264’ THEN N 28DEG 50 MIN W165’ TO PLACE OF BEG CON 1A

2014

R 07.0136.000 GEO. P. HASLERUDS ADDITION Lot-002 Block-001 LOT 2 BLK 1 EX N 20 FT GEO P HASELRUDS ADD

2014

1,969.00

928.40

268.40

52.80

PRI - 000043550 ALBERT D CULBERTSON IV & ALBERT D CULBERTSON JR 116 FIRST AVE WHALAN MN 55949 LES - 000043551 ALBERT D CULBERTSON JR 424 ELM ST S CRESCO IA 52136 PRI - 000033909 KENNETH MAYNARD ELLEFSON 28609 COUNTY RD 19 WINONA MN 55987-5083

WHALAN CITY R 12.0073.000 WHALAN ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-1-2 Block-015 LOTS 1 & 2 BLK 15

ARENDAHL TOWNSHIP R 13.0205.000 Sect-25 Twp-104 Range-009 8.15 AC PT NW1/4 SW1/4, S OF RIVER EX 16.85A

PRI - 000038588 KATHRYN D BIGALK 105 5TH ST SW HARMONY MN 55939

HARMONY TOWNSHIP R 14.0119.000 Sect-18 Twp-101 Range-010 6.62 AC 6.62 AC IN SE CORNER SE 1/4

PRI - 000026507 RICK MOREM 30472 120TH ST NW HARMONY MN 55939

R 14.0133.000 Sect-20 Twp-101 Range-010 160.00 AC SW1/4

FILLMORE COUNTY DELINQUENT TAXES Year 2014

Total Tax + Penalties ($ + cents) 2,143.20

R 14.0142.000 Sect-21 Twp-101 Range-010 40.00 AC E1/2 E1/2 OF SW1/4

2014

1,596.00

PRI - 000026507 RICK MOREM 30472 120TH ST NW HARMONY MN 55939

R 14.0146.000 Sect-21 Twp-101 Range-010 20.00 AC W1/2 SW1/4 SW1/4

2014

770.64

PRI - 000029035 KEVIN W CLARK PO BOX 283 NEW HAMPTON IA 50659

R 14.0177.000 Sect-27 Twp-101 Range-010 160.00 AC NE1/4 EX 1.2A HWY

2014

1,858.98

PRI - 000029035 KEVIN W CLARK PO BOX 283 NEW HAMPTON IA 50659

R 14.0181.000 Sect-27 Twp-101 Range-010 80.00 AC N1/2 SE1/4 EX 1.2A HWY

2014

3,160.08

PRI - 000026507 RICK MOREM 30472 120TH ST NW HARMONY MN 55939

R 14.0185.000 Sect-28 Twp-101 Range-010 80.00 AC E1/2 NW1/4

2014

Names of Owners, Taxpayers, & Interested Parties PRI - 000026507 RICK MOREM 30472 120TH ST NW HARMONY MN 55939

Parcel # Description of Property R 14.0135.000 Sect-20 Twp-101 Range-010 40.00 AC SE1/4 SE1/4

PRI - 000026507 RICK MOREM 30472 120TH ST NW HARMONY MN 55939

PRI - 000047082 JAMES HELLEM POB 84 HARMONY MN 55939

HARMONY CITY R 15.0004.000 Sect-14 Twp-101 Range-010 HARMONY OUTLOTS Lot-011 COM AT PT 30’ N 410’ E OF NE COR OL 11 NW1/4 NW1/4 E121’ S410’ W121’ N410’ TO BEG EX TO SOMA & WATKINS & STATE

2014

3,239.88

451.00

PRI - 000034952 JEREMY J KRUEGEL 26896 158TH ST PRESTON MN 55965 USA

R 15.0010.030 Sect-10 Twp-101 Range-010 BEG AT PT 1122.2’ N SE COR OF SE1/4 SE1/4 W350’ N200’ E350’ S200’ TO BEG EX .07A TO STATE

2014

7,321.08

PRI - 000043920 JOSH K OMMEN 600 4TH ST NE HARMONY MN 55939

R 15.0013.000 Sect-11 Twp-101 Range-010 1.00 AC S 1AC SE1/4 SW1/4

2014

107.16

PRI - 000034952 JEREMY J KRUEGEL 26896 158TH ST PRESTON MN 55965 USA

R 15.0020.010 Sect-14 Twp-101 Range-010 BEG 166’ E OF NW COR SEC 14 E 50’ S170’ W216’ N80’ E166’ N 90’ TO BEG

2014

3,059.76

PRI - 000044843 GAYLAND L JONES 180 HIGHWAY 52 HARMONY MN 55939-1205

R 15.0033.000 Sect-14 Twp-101 Range-010 HARMONY OUTLOTS Lot-008 OL 8 NW1/4 NW1/4

2014

50.16

PRI - 000044843 GAYLAND L JONES 180 HIGHWAY 52 HARMONY MN 55939-1205

R 15.0035.000 Sect-14 Twp-101 Range-010 HARMONY OUTLOTS Lot-009 OL 9-10 NW1/4 NW1/4 EX TO STATE

2014

1,420.44

PRI - 000038757 LISA FRANCES MILLER 515 1ST AVE SE HARMONY MN 55939

R 15.0050.000 Sect-14 Twp-101 Range-010 HARMONY OUTLOTS Lot-3-4 PT OLS 3-4 NW1/4 SW1/4 COM AT A PT 753’ S & 173’ E NW COR NW1/4 SW1/4 SEC 14 S150’ E120’

2014

1,339.80

PRI - 000045413 ALEX PROPERTIES,INC C/O LISA MILLER 515 1ST AVE SE HARMONY MN 55939

R 15.0116.000 HARMONY ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-3-4 Block-004 S 10’ OF LOT 4 & ALL LOT 3 BLK 4

2014

1,947.12

PRI - 000060145 MILES H PETREE & LISA F MILLER 515 1ST AVE SE PO BOX 265 HARMONY MN 55939

R 15.0128.000 HARMONY ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-006 Block-005 N1/2 OF LOT 6 BLK 5

2014

2,129.52

PRI - 000043332 WILDCAT PROPERTIES,LLC PO BOX 57 HARMONY MN 55939

R 15.0137.000 HARMONY ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-011 Block-005 LOT 11 BLK 5

2014

2,713.20

PRI - 000044137 EUGENE WINSLOW 442 MAIN AVE N HARMONY MN 55939 CON - 000043332 WILDCAT PROPERTIES,LLC PO BOX 57 HARMONY MN 55939

R 15.0158.000 AABERGS ADDITION Lot-023 50 X 125’ OL 23 AABERGS ADD EX TO STATE

2014

519.20

PRI - 000025765 ORLANDO W MICHEL 25 5TH ST NE PO BOX 474 HARMONY MN 55939

R 15.0160.030 AABERGS ADDITION Lot-023 60 X 135 FT OF OUT LOT 23 AABERGS ADD

2014

PRI - 000045982 LAURIE L NELDNER 425 1ST AVE SW HARMONY MN 55939

R 15.0183.000 BT HEGGS ADDITION REVISED Lot-013 LOTS 13-14 IN B T HEGGS ADD

PRI - 000042979 ALEX PROPERTIES,INC PO BOX 265 HARMONY MN 55939-0265

Names of Owners, Taxpayers, & Interested Parties PRI - 000044991 CORY SCRABECK PO BOX 94 HARMONY MN 55939

PRI - 000014698 RICHARD T EIKEN 303 N MAIN ST CANTON MN 55922 PRI - 000043115 MOLLY ANN WOOD 301 SPRING ST NE PRESTON MN 55965

Parcel # Description of Property R 15.0606.000 Sect-14 Twp-101 Range-010 LUTES SCRABECK FIRST ADDITION Lot-00B LUTES SCRABECK 1ST ADDITION; OUTLOT B PRESTON TOWNSHIP R 16.0172.010 Sect-25 Twp-102 Range-010 120.00 AC N1/2 NE1/4 & SW1/4 NE1/4 PRESTON CITY R 17.0044.000 Sect-06 Twp-102 Range-010 BARBARA KAERCHERS ADDITION Block-019 COM 33’ E SE COR BLK 19 BK ADD E93’ N114’ W93’ S114’ TO BEG

Year

Total Tax + Penalties ($ + cents)

2014

804.84

2014

2,462.40

2014

1,504.80

PRI - 000025800 J & L PROPERTIES A PARTNERSHIP PO BOX 367 MANOR TX 78653

R 17.0401.000 JOHN KAERCHERS ADDITION Lot-8-9 Block-007 LOTS 8-9-10 BLK 7 J K’S ADD

2014

1,678.25

PRI - 000042346 PETE & MARTHA STELLMAKER 15822 COUNTY 15 PRESTON MN 55965-1421

R 17.0476.000 BILLINGS ADDITION Lot-009 Block-007 S1/2 OF LOTS 9-10 BLK 7 BILLINGS ADD.

2014

684.05

2014

587.40

PRI - 000039278 CRAIG J BARRY 309 COFFEE ST E LANESBORO MN 55949

LANESBORO CITY R 19.0141.000 LANESBORO ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-6-7 Block-014 LOT 6 & E1/2 OF LOT 7 BLK 14

PRI - 000030271 EDWARD KNUTSON 307 COFFEE ST LANESBORO MN 55949

R 19.0142.000 LANESBORO ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-7-8 Block-014 LOT 8 & W1/2 OF LOT 7 BLK 14

2014

18.41

PRI - 000043033 RICHARD L ADAMS 306 KIRKWOOD ST E LANESBORO MN 55949 LES - 000046433 RICHARD L ADAMS ETAL 306 KIRKWOOD ST E LANESBORO MN 55949

R 19.0245.000 LANESBORO ORIGINAL PLAT Lot-1-2 Block-036 LOTS 1-2 BLK 36

2014

798.60

2014

754.60

PRI - 000035662 BRENT JON ROELOFS 24445 COUNTY 20 PRESTON MN 55965

BRISTOL TOWNSHIP R 21.0040.030 Sect-04 Twp-101 Range-011 14.26 AC E940’ OF S660’ SE1/4 NW1/4

PRI - 000033508 MARK A FISHBAUGHER 14265 271ST AVE HARMONY MN 55939 CON - 000047179 JUNETTA FISHBAUGHER HARMONY MN 55939

R 21.0120.000 Sect-13 Twp-101 Range-011 80.00 AC SW1/4 NW1/4 & NE1/4 NW1/4

2014

1,125.30

PRI - 000043922 PAUL E & JENNY L DIETZ POB 250 DASSEL MN 55325

R 21.0234.010 Sect-29 Twp-101 Range-011 3.73 AC 3.73A BLDG SITE NE1/4 NE1/4

2014

1,126.32

PRI - 000038784 THOMAS & HEATHER JOHNSON 812 RADCLIFFE COURT SE STEWARTVILLE MN 55976

R 21.0257.000 Sect-31 Twp-101 Range-011 24.35 AC SW1/4 SE1/4 NE1/4 EX W500’ & EX .50AC NE COR SW1/4 NE1/4 LYING N OF TWP RD

2014

340.86

PRI - 000038784 THOMAS & HEATHER JOHNSON 812 RADCLIFFE COURT SE STEWARTVILLE MN 55976

R 21.0257.050 Sect-31 Twp-101 Range-011 5.05 AC COM AT THE SW COR SW1/4 NE1/4 TH N440’ E500’ S440’ W500’ TO PT OF BEG

2014

94.62

PRI - 000038784 THOMAS & HEATHER JOHNSON 812 RADCLIFFE COURT SE STEWARTVILLE MN 55976

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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2014

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160.60

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2014

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2014

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2014

388.30

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2014

693.12

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2014

477.40

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2014

1,192.44

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2014

1,863.40

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2014

325.60

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2014

367.40

28.60

2014

138.60

2014

492.80

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965.80

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2014

2014

888.80

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2014

2014

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2014

R 29.0393.020 Sect-30 Twp-103 Range-012 9.05 AC PT OF W1/2 SW1/4

Names of Owners, Taxpayers, & Interested Parties

2014

522.12

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2014

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2014

475.20

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2014

748.98

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2014

530.20

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R 34.0117.000 LS RENDAHL ADDITION Lot-006 LOT 6 L.S. RENDAHL’S ADD

2014

486.20

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Obituaries Nicki Ishman Nicki Ishman was born on January 14, 1952 in Jefferson, Iowa to Donald and Betty Robson. She married Bruce Ishman on November 11, 1970. Nicki graduated from the Nursing School at Rochester Technical College in 1983 with an L.P.N. She enjoyed quilting, red hats, baking, traveling, camping, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and four wiener dogs: Emma, Leah, Kirby and Cody.

She is survived by her husband, Bruce Ishman of Cresco; two children: Becky (Michael) Bina of Cresco and Bryon (Deanna) Ishman of Cresco; five grandchildren: Zachary, Luke and Brayden Ishman and Katelin and Kyler Bina, all of Cresco; three great-grandchildren: Keelan, Kali, and Kinley, all of Cresco; one brother, Kevin (Jody) Robson and their children, Amber and Abby, all of Cresco; two sisters-in-law: Linda Spieker and Donna (Larry) Fredrickson, all of Cresco.

Nicki is preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Betty Robson and a brother, Phillip Robson.

Friends called from 4-7 p.m. at the Lindstrom Funeral Home in Cresco and at the church for an hour prior to services.

Funeral services were held

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, April 13, 2015

10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2015, at the United Methodist Church in Cresco.

Interment took place at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Cresco.

Ruth Ihns Ruth Ihns, age 91 of Harmony, Minn. passed away Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015 at the Gunderson Lutheran Hospital, La Crosse, Wisc. A Celebration of Ruth’s life was held 2:30 p.m.

T h u r s d a y, April 9 at Greenf ield Lutheran Ruth Ihns Church in Harmony. Interment followed in Greenfield Cemetery, Harmony. Friends called from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday April 8, at the Lindstrom Funeral Home in Harmony and at the church for an hour prior to services.

Ruth was born in rural Fillmore County on September 15, 1923 to Clarence and Signe (Elton) Alfson. She married Harold Ihns of Lime Springs, Iowa on January 25, 1942 in Lanesboro, Minn. In the early years of their marriage they worked for Herb Wiebke at Prosper, Minnesota and later farmed at Lime Springs before moving to Harmony, where Harold worked for Joel Wolsted at the Harmony Elevator. Ruth worked at various businesses in Harmony and for many years

at Yoeman’s and Kelly’s grocery stores. Ruth was a member of Greenfield Lutheran church and was active in her Circle and sang in the choir for many years. She loved doing crafts of all kinds, reading and going on many trips and adventures with her ‘Farkle Club’ friends. She and Harold liked to go ice fishing on the Mississippi and camping, which she continued to do after Harold passed away in October of 1992.

She also loved the visits from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and always had a treat and a funny story for them.

Ruth is survived by two children: Sharyol (Jerome) O’Connor of Preston, Minn. and Robert of Byron, Minn.; 13 grandchildren: Lisa (Tom) Binkley, Michael (Amy) O’Connor, Mathew (Holly) O’Connor, John O’Connor, Andy (Jennifer) O’Connor, Linda (Brad) Culbertson, Mark Hermanson, Deanne (Tim) Kimball, Crystal (Justin) LaDoux, Katie Ihns (special friend, Mike), James Hultgren, Greg Hultgren and Todd Hultgren; 22 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Joyce (Neil) Bremseth of Preston. Ruth is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harold; daughter, Donna (and husband Gaylord) Hermanson; three brothers: Robert, James, and Morris (and wife, Lois) Alfson; and a grandson, Steven O’Connor.

Lila Irene Moenck Lila Irene Moenck, 90, of Caledonia, died on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015, at Gundersen Tweeten Care Center, Spring Grove, Minn.

Lila was born June 26, 1924, to Oluf and Agnes Andersen in Marcus, Iowa.

Her parents were immigrants from Denmark and farmed in northwest Iowa.

Lila knew no English when she started school. She attended various schools in Northwest Iowa and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1942. She attended trade school in Omaha, Nebr., training to be a depot operator and Western Union Telegrapher.

She accepted a job with the Illinois Central Railroad, working at various towns, then settling in Duncombe, Iowa, where she worked until 1946, when she married Harold Moenck in El Paso, Tex. while Harold was stationed at Fort Bliss.

Lila and Harold were blessed with five children: Helen (Dave) Winslow of Preston, Minn., James (Mary Ann) of Dresser, Wisc., Thomas (Carolyn) of Caledonia, Dan of Oregon City, Oreg., and Bruce (Kellie) of St. Paul, Minn.

Lila was active in the Caledonia United Methodist Church, where she served on the administrative board for many years, and their women’s group. She was also a member of the neighborhood homemaker’s group, a 4-H lead-

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er, and a gray ladies volunteer for nursing homes. Her hobbies were gardening, sewing, finishing Harold’s woodworking, and she most of all enjoyed her home, children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her five children; 13 grandchildren; 16 greatgrandchildren; a brother, Harald Andersen of Duncombe, Iowa, and a sister, Betty Williams of Webb, Iowa.

In addition to her husband, Harold, who died in 2011, she was preceded in death by her parents; daughter-in-law, Debbie; brother, Fred; and sister-inlaw, Edna.

Lila donated her body to the Mayo School of Medicine Anatomy Department as her husband Harold did. Funeral services for Lila and Harold will be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank Gundersen Tweeten Care Center of Spring Grove for the loving care they gave Lila.

McCormick Funeral Home, Caledonia, is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences maybe given at mccormickfuneralhome.net.

Myranda Sylvia Evjen Myranda Sylvia Evjen, 94, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2015.

Myranda was born on July 22, 1920, at home in a log house near Choice, Minn., to Sigvard See OBITUARIES Page 12 

Fillmore County Church Directory Fillmore County Journal • Preston MN 507.765.2151 Perfect Glossy • Preston MN 507.251.5297 A rendahl Lutheran Church....……………………...Sundays - 10:30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2477 A ssembly Of God Church & Valley Christian Center..... Sundays - 10:00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 Assumption Catholic Church.….....…Fri. - 8:30am & Sat. - 5:00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320 Bethlehem Lutheran Church...…...……………....…Sundays - 9:00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344 Calvar y Baptist Church.…….……....…Sundays - 10:45am & 6:00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4686 Canton-Scotland Presby terian Church............……Sundays - 9:00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 Chatf ield Lutheran Church………….....Sundays - 8:00am & 9:30am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4721 Chatf ield United Methodist Christ……....…………Sundays - 9:30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3529 Cherr y Grove United Methodist...…………...……Sundays - 10:00am 18183 160th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (Cherry Grove) (507) 937-3177 Christ Lutheran Church...……………..…….....……Sundays - 9:00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2161 Christian Science Ser vices.…………...…....………Sundays - 10:00am

Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Destiny Life Church.............………………......…Sundays - 10:00am

104 West Jessie Street, Rushford MN 55971 (507) 429-1222 Elstad Lutheran Church...………………….......…...Sundays - 9:00am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church....……..……....……Sundays - 10:00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church..….....................Sundays - 9:00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830 Fillmore Free Methodist Church.......Sundays - 8:30am & 10:30am 19127 County 8, Wykoff, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450 First Baptist Church....………........………Sundays - 10:30am & 6:00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840

First Baptist Church-Preston.…………Sundays - 10:30am & 7:00pm 108 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4960 First English Lutheran Church.………...……..…..Sundays - 10:00am 217 W Grant St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2793 First Lutheran Church of Highland.............................Sundays - 9:00am 22423 391st Ave, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3318

First Presby terian Church..…………...………..….Sundays - 10:00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2854 Fountain Lutheran....…………....……………………Sundays - 9:00am Main Street, Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4413 Fountain United Methodist Church...…...…………Sundays - 8:30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4456

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Garness Trinity Lutheran...……….………........…Sundays - 9:00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905 Grace Lutheran Church..……………………....…..Sundays - 9:00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2218 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..………………….....Sundays - 9:00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church..…….………..…Sundays - 10:00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2546 Harmony United Methodist Church…................Sundays - 8:30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henr y town Lutheran Church.…………………....Sundays - 10:30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist..........Saturdays - 9:00am 217 W. Jessie St., Rushford (507) 993-8328 Highland Prairie Lutheran Church.……..........….Sundays - 11:00am 43267 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church (Special Occasions) Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545 -2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church..……………..…....…Sundays - 9:30am 254 Main St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church..……….…Sundays - 10:30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Looney Valley Lutheran Church.............................Sundays - 10:00am 2040 Looney Valley Road, Houston, MN 55943 (507) 896-3412

Mabel First Lutheran Church……………......……Sundays - 9:00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293 Mabel United Methodist Church..……………...…Sundays - 9:30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296 Nativity Catholic Church..Sun. (1 & 2) - 8:45am & (3 & 4) - 10:30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 Newburg United Methodist Church 3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24 North Prairie Lutheran.………………...…………Sundays - 10:30am 35957 Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875 -2460 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.Sundays-8:00am&10:30am,Saturday -5:30pm 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 Pilot Mound Lutheran Church.………….……...........Sundays - 9:00am 8 miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875 -2460

Pioneer Presby terian Church…………....…….…..Sundays - 8:30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4037 Preston United Methodist Church ………..........Sundays - 10:30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2503 R iver Of Life Regional Church 220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853 Root Prairie Lutheran Church …………...…..…Sundays - 10:30am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4455

Visit Bluff Country • Preston MN 507.765.2151 Root R iver Church of the Brethren …….…..……Sundays - 10:00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4772 Root R iver Community Church ………….…..…Sundays - 10:00am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074 Rushford Lutheran Church ……........……Sun. - 9:00am & Sat. -5:30pm 101 S Mill St., Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152

Saetersdal Lutheran Church.…………..……....…..Sundays - 9:00am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, Rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church..…………………….…..…Sundays - 9:30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680 St Columban Church.…..…………………...………Sundays - 9:30am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -3886

St Ignatius Catholic Church.……………….........……Sundays - 10:30am 213 W Franklin St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7565

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John Lutheran Church.…………...……………...Sundays - 9:00am 241 Line St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 Joseph’s Catholic Church.……………….…...…Sundays - 10:30am 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257 Mark ’s Lutheran Church...…………....…………Sundays - 9:00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111

St Mar y’s Catholic Church...…...............Sat. - 5:00pm, Sun. - 11:00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthew’s Episcopal Church..…...........……………Sundays - 9:30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707

St Matthew’s Lutheran Church..……………………Sundays - 9:00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772- 4474 St Olaf Catholic Church...........Sun. (1 & 2) - 10:30am & (3 & 4) - 8:45am

114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268 St Patrick ’s Church Hall ………………......…....…Sundays - 8:00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480

St Paul Lutheran Church..............Wed. - 7:00pm, Sundays - 9:00am 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul’s Lutheran Church..... Wednesdays - 7:00pm & Sundays - 10:00am Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604

Sumner Center United Methodist Church.…....…Sundays - 10:30am 9 miles N. of Spring Valley on Co. Rd. 1 (507) 696- 4197 Trinity Fellowship ELCA..…………………......….Sundays - 10:00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211 Trinit y Evangelical Lutheran Church……….......……Sundays - 10:30am 204 South St, Ostrander, MN 55961 (507) 657-2203

Union Prairie Lutheran..……………………………Sundays - 9:00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363 Whalan Lutheran Church....................................... Sundays - 10:30am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398 Wykof f United Methodist Church.……………....…Sundays - 8:30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 202- 2275

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Continued from Page 11 and Maria (Hongerholt) Gudmundson. On August 23, 1942, she married Raymond E. Evjen.

They lived and farmed together in several locations in the Fillmore County area until 1962 when they moved to Rochester.

She was a waitress at Barry’s restaurant and then Country Kitchen restaurant. She also provided daycare to many families over the years. She enjoyed baking, cooking, reading, crosswords, crocheting, knitting, sewing, gardening, camping, fishing, and the outdoors. Her greatest joy in life was caring for her family. Myranda will be remembered for her loving and caring nature of everyone she met. She was a grandma.

Visitation and funeral service was Saturday, April 11, at 1 p.m.at Bethany United Methodist Church, 1835 19th Avenue, NW, Rochester, Minn.

Loretta Staples Funeral services for Loretta Staples was held 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Spring Valley, Minn., with Father Marreddy Pothireddy off iciating.

Burial will be held at a later date at St. Rose of Lima Cemetery in Avoca, Minn.

V i s i t a t i o n Loretta Staples was held 4-7 p.m. with a rosary being recited at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 6, 2015 at the church.

Hindt Funeral Home of Spring Valley, Minn. was in charge of arrangements.

Loretta J. “Lett” Staples, age 97 of Spring Valley, Minn., formerly of Avoca, Minn., passed

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away March 31, 2015 at the Spring Valley Care Center in Spring Valley, Minn.

Loretta J. Ebbers was born June 20, 1917 to Henry and Mary (Krogman) Ebbers on a farm near Iona, Minn. She received her education at St. Columbia Catholic School in Iona and graduated in 1934.

On June 19, 1939, Loretta was united in marriage to John Staples. Together they farmed near Avoca, Minn. for several years until John lost his eyesight.

John preceded her in death in October of 1977. Loretta was a homemaker, loved her church, playing cards, sewing, and traveling to Branson, Mo. She lived in Slayton, Minn. a short time and then moved to Spring Valley to be near her family. She entered the Spring Valley Care Center in 2004 due to many falls.

Loretta leaves behind her daughter, Rita (Jim) Ryan of Stewartville, Minn.; grandchildren: Jeff Ryan of Duluth, Minn. and Kelly (Gerald) Burt of Blaine, Minn.; and three greatgrandchildren: Ana Burt, Nicholas Burt, and Ben Ryan. Loretta is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Mary: husband, John; and ten brothers and sisters.

Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com Philip Snyder Funeral services for Philip W. Snyder were held at 11 a.m. on T h u r s d a y, April 9 at the First Baptist Church in Spring Valley, Minn., located one- Philip Snyder

half mile west of Kwik Trip, with the pastors Joe Haynes and Ben Snyder officiating. Visitation was held from 9:30 am until time of service at the church on Thursday. Burial took place at the Millet Cemetery, Sumner Township, Fillmore County, Philip Snyder, age 80, of Spring Valley, Minn., died Saturday April 4 at Samaritan Bethany on 8th in Rochester.

He was born June 25, 1934 in New Triopli , Pa. to Webster and Thelma (Lenhart) Snyder. He joined the United Sates Army and served as a paratrooper in Beirut from 1957-1959. On January 4, 1958 he was united in marriage to Isabel Troutman in Rehrersburg, Pa. They lived in Kempton and New Tripoli, Pa. before moving to the Spring Valley area in 1975. Isabel passed away in June of 1990.

Philip was remarried to Suzan Vacha at the Little Brown Church, Nashua, Iowa. They were later divorced.

Philip farmed in the Spring Valley area for many years. He enjoyed playing cards, Rumikub, following the Minnesota Twins, spending time with his grandkids, and growing potatoes.

He is survived by his children: Sylvia (Dave) Johnson of Bloomington, Minn., Andrew (Lisa) Snyder of Epworth, Iowa, Roseanne (David) Fussell of Port Richey, Fla., Karen (Matt) Olson of Rochester, Minn., Nathan Snyder of Pine Island; a son-in-law, Brian Sauer of Spring Valley; 17 grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; and siblings: Elaine Rehmann of La., Doris (John) Klint of Pa., Debrah German of Pa., and Ira (Lois) Snyder of La. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Isabel; and daughter, Phyllis Sauer.

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April is…Sexual Assault Awareness Month In 2001, April was first observed as national Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). The color teal was chosen to represent sexual violence awareness and prevention. In communities all over the United States, advocacy programs are making concerted efforts to bring awareness around this issue and its impact on our community and youth through sexual violence awareness and prevention.

Statistics show that every two minutes someone in the United States is sexually assaulted. Of those victims, 44% are under the age of 18. Together we have the power to change these statistics by taking a stand to end sexual

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and jokes to unwanted touching and groping.

To honor the victims of sexual violence and remind us all that we are bystanders and have the power to change our culture, DFO Victim Services and Fillmore Community Advocates, with the support of our area City Councils, have hung teal ribbons throughout Fillmore County as a visual reminder of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

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•A Maintenance Service Agreement with Northland Business Systems for Audiolog Digital Voice Logging System at a cost of $3,018 was approved for the Sheriff Department.

•A proclamation was approved declaring April 12 through 18 National Public Safety Telecommunications Week. Sheriff Tom Kaase said 911 dispatchers assess information and make sure there is an appropriate response. They are an important piece for public safety within the county.

•The purchase of radar from Stalker Radar at a cost of $2,950.80 was approved. Chief Deputy Tony Weber explained this is upgraded radar. A lot of the county’s radar systems were purchased in the mid to late 90s. The radar will be paid for with DWI seizure-forfeiture funds which can only be used for enforcement.

•A Memorandum of Agreement between Fillmore County and the University of Minnesota Extension for 2016-2018 was approved. Chuck Schwartau, University of Minnesota Extension, noted there is a 90 day release clause written into the three year contract. Applications for a new extension educator shared with Houston County will be accepted later this month.

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was given to post internally for his replacement among current part time officers. City administrator Joe Hoffman reported that Police Chief Matt Schultz feels there is a strong pool of candidates with the part-time officers. Preston has three fulltime officers, including the chief. Preston contracts with Lanesboro, also serving its law enforcement needs.

•Approval was given for the hire of Nathan Larson and Desiree Schlichter as EMTs as recommend by ambulance director Ryan Throckmorton.

•Approval was given for the purchase of 25 tons of road salt for 2015/2016 from the State Contract. Last year the same amount of road salt cost the city $1,956.32.

•Dave Knutson sent a letter to the city commending the people who plow snow off the streets for the great job they do.

Continued from Page 1 ton. The bid from Rochester Sand and Gravel in the amount of $3,821,030.18 was accepted as recommended by Gregg. The bid was less than 1 percent more than the engineer’s estimate. The work will include installing culverts, full depth reclamation, and four inches of blacktop. Work will start later this month and should be completed by mid- October.

An agreement was approved with Winneshiek County, Iowa, for the joint bridge replacement project on the Stateline Road in Harmony Township.

A quote from Preston Equipment in the amount of $56,200 plus tax for a John Deere 323E Skid Steer Loader was approved.

It was the lower of two bids.

Bakke suggested that people get in touch with their state representatives to advocate for local road and bridge bonding money.

Other business in brief •April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. A proclamation was approved calling upon “all citizens, community agencies, faith groups, medical facilities, elected leaders and businesses to increase their participation in our efforts to support families, thereby preventing child abuse and strengthening the communities in which we live.” The theme for this year is “protecting children is everyone’s job.”

•A year to year contract with SEMCAC Medical Assistance/ DHS was approved. Community Services director Beth Wilms said this is for non-emergency

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Services asked permission to place teal ribbons along Fillmore Street for the month of April. The intention is to draw attention to sexual violence and to promote prevention and to take a stand against sexual violence. Placement of the ribbons was approved.

•Jim Bakken, Public Works, reported that they had received three applications for a summer helper. The council approved the hire of Sam Bahl. Bakken said he worked for the city last year and did an outstanding job.

•The purchase of 10 Lifetime composite 8-foot long folding tables was approved for a total of about $1,000 to be used for city related activities.

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carts to be used for recycling. A date to begin the new contract was discussed. All residents will need to switch to using carts by that time. The council approved the new contract to begin on August 1. This will give residents time to use the bags they have purchased and to decide which size cart they would like to use. The contract is for seven years, with rates locked for 2015 and 2016 and then an annual increase of rates to be reviewed annually.

The monthly rate for garbage is $10.14 for a 32 gallon cart, $11.62 for a 64 gallon cart or $13.09 for a 96 gallon cart. Recycling costs $3.50 per month for a 32 gallon or 65 gallon cart.

Skauge stressed that residents are responsible for taking care of the bins and there will be a cost of at least $4550 to replace a damaged bin.

He noted that residents should place their garbage in a bag before putting it in the bin otherwise it gets blown away when being dumped into the truck.

Recyclables do not need to be bagged, but may be if preferred.

The bins should have three feet of clearance around them and be placed as close to the street as possible so the truck arm is able to grab them. The city will be sending out information to residents about the change.

Other business Jon Nordsving, city maintenance worker, reported that a valve exercising machine was used in Canton on April 6. He noted that one valve is very hard to turn and another leaks when in use and will need to be replaced in the future. He also noted that two fire hydrants need to be replaced as they are over thirty years old and can no longer be repaired. He estimated the cost for both to be around $5,000 for parts and said that he and fellow city worker Jim Davis will be able to do the digging to replace the hydrants. The council approved the project.

Nordsving went on to report that 72,000 gallons of biosolids have been spread at the approved site. It will not need to be done again for a couple of years, but he plans to try to have it done again in the fall if possible so the bottom of the tank can be cleaned.

Nordsving also informed the council that the straps holding up the eaves troughs at Town

Hall are stretched and in need of repair. The snow is coming off the roof in the area where people park cars and walk on the sidewalk. He asked whether he and Davis should attempt to repair or remove the eaves troughs or if they should call a company that does that type of work to have them repaired.

He suggested the council consider putting up snow dams on the north side of the building as well and added that the eaves troughs at the Fire Department are leaking. Councilor Charlie Warner made a motion to have Nordsving contact a company, Lifetime Gutters in Decorah was suggested, to have the eaves troughs fixed and snow dams installed at Town Hall and to get an estimate on the cost of new eve troughs for the Fire Department. The motion was approved.

Mayor Johnson stated that Deputy Jesse Grabau of the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office has been asked by emergency services to find a designated sight for a helicopter landing pad in Canton. They would like to have exact coordinates where a helicopter could land and meet other emergency services in an emergency. Johnson suggested the tennis court at the old school, noting that there would be good access for an ambulance at that site, the asphalt is in good shape and it is an open area. She said only a small area is needed and the only cost to the city will be to take down the chain link fence and poles, which should be done anyway, and to keep the area and a path to it clear of snow in the winter. A motion was approved to take down the old tennis court and designate the site as a helicopter landing pad.

Mayor Johnson also addressed concerns about the Oselke property stating that the city is in a difficult position with limited options. The city cannot enter or even repair a private property without a court order.

It was agreed that the city will consult the health department and the city attorney to find out what can be done.

The council is planning an open house for Hank Seldon to thank him for his years of service. An open house with cake, coffee, and lemonade was tentatively planned for Sunday, June 21 at the Community Center.

The next regular meeting of the Canton City Council is on Wednesday, May 13, at 7 p.m. at Canton City Hall.

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“Mysteries of the Driftless” uncovered at Dinner on the Bluff

By Barb Jeffers On April 26, 2013, an article I wrote entitled “Another Sinkhole” was published in the Fillmore County Journal (http:// fillmorecountyjournal.com/single. php?article_id=30184) which described the sudden appearance of a sinkhole north of Fountain, Minn. Fountain is known as the “Sinkhole Capital of the World” and is located high on the Paleozoic plateau in the Driftless Region.

After the article was published, Jason Sethre, Publisher of the Fillmore County Journal was contacted by a production team working on a film entitled “Mysteries of the Driftless” requesting information such as directions to the sinkhole and contact information of the landowner.

The team, which included geologist and filmmaker Dan Bertalan, producer/director and biologist Rob Nelson, and, executive producer and driftless expert, George Howe, M.S., M.E.P.D, traveled to Fountain to research, investigate, and explain the sinkholes in the area as well as other interesting locations in the Driftless Zone.

This footage as well as much more information about the Driftless Region is included in the regional Emmy award winning film “Mysteries of the Driftless” which was shown in its entirety during an event at the Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center in Lanesboro, Minn.

The “Dinner on the Bluff” series event took place on April 11, 2015 with a presentation followed by a delicious themed buffet dinner. The theme of the meal was a “Midwest Steak Dinner” which included mushroom and wild rice soup, baked potato, spinach and carrots, and a rhubarb apple crisp for dessert.

The highlight of the evening was listening to Howe, “tell the story of how and why this unique film was created locally and how it has affected people,” as described on the website for eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ dinner-on-the-bluff-series-2015tickets-14957008816) which is where tickets for the event were purchased.

It is explained in the film that the Driftless Zone is an area located between the four states of Iowa, Ill., Wisc., and Minn. that “wasn’t hit by the crushing effects of the glaciers which created a type of topographical island” that is very unique.

During the film, Bertalan states “the word driftless is key: this is not covered with glacial drift; it’s not covered with clay, sand, and gravel. It doesn’t have a somewhat permeable protective layer over it - all this is exposed right at the surface and it has been for millions of years” meaning they are “preserved” and offer valuable information.

Since there is no glacial drift the area is called the Driftless

Region.

Most people who live in the Driftless Area do not know how truly special it is. The film describes the area as “geologically and biologically amazing” for many reasons.

The film “Mysteries of the Driftless” was created by Untamed Science in collaboration with the Mississippi Valley Conservancy, a non-profit land trust based in LaCrosse, Wisc.

Untamed Science’s mission is “to make science education fun” according to its website, untamedscience.com, and there are comedic moments in the film.

The Mississippi Valley Conservancy website, mississippivalleyconservancy.org, explains that the organization works towards “conserving native and working landscapes that enrich our communities through private, voluntary action, for the health and well-being of current and future generations” which is a very important and honorable mission.

By partnering with Untamed Science to make this film should go a long way in helping people to realize this area needs to be conserved and preserved for our children, grandchildren, and beyond.

The film also explores the mysteries another wonder in Fillmore County which is Niagara Cave in Harmony, Minn.,

going down into the cave with owner Mark Bishop and his son Ryan. Also explored are Effigy Mounds in Harper’s Ferry, Iowa, as well as other geological areas of interest and rare species found in these areas. Exploration methods include kayaking, hiking, and even viewing the area from a small plane flown by Loran Nordgren.

The dinner was co-sponsored by the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District and was one of a series of “Dinner on the Bluff” events at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center.

Eagle Bluff is “a private, nonprofit residential environmental learning center providing accredited environmental education programs and outdoor adventures in the scenic bluff country near Lanesboro, Minnesota,” according to its website (www.eaglebluff.org) and offers many types of fun and educational opportunities to the public.

If you were unable to attend the Dinner on the Bluff “Mysteries of the Driftless” event a preview can be found on the website for Untamed Science at http://www.untamedscience.com/ mysteries-driftless-zone/.

Eagle Bluff is located at 28097 Goodview Drive in rural Lanesboro. For more information phone (507) 467-2437.

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Thank you to those that came to the listening session Tuesday, March 31 (22 attendees from the community). Many good comments and thoughts about how to proceed with discussions about the long term future of the high school site and how it relates to the needs of the community. The SB voted to commission a task force that will begin a more detailed study in April to determine if any action can or should be taken on such items as health/safety, maintenance, updates, or additions.

What a great time at the student/teacher BB game Friday, March 30. Big thanks to the Pep Club, Advisor Blake “Ocho” Jansen, the B/G BB teams, the volunteers that helped, the teachers that played, and Sam Clemens for the great pics!! The event raised over $500 and was a ton of fun.

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By Paul Trende Many teams haven’t even started their spring season, but the last two ball squads left s t a n d i n g The Trende Report last year are already off to great starts.

Chatfield’s teams are a combined 5-0. Brian Ba u m’s b a s e Paul Trende ballers first downed St. Charles. A five-run third propelled them to a 5-2 victory. Tristan Aguiar (2-3, 2B, R, RBI), Ethan Woltz (1-2, 2B, R, 4 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 4 K, 4 BB, Win), Payton Lund (1-3, 2 RBI), and Carter Duxbury (1-3, RBI, R) led the charge.

Meanwhile, the girls built a 12-4 lead after five. They downed the Saints 14-7. Megan LaPlante’s bat was the hottest (4-5, 3B, 2 RBI, 2 R). Maddy Larrabee (2-4, 2 R), Sydney Gould (2-3, RBI, 2 R), Kyra Dokken (2-4, 3B, RBI, R), Kailee Bernard (2-4, RBI, R), and Brook Irish (2-5, RBI) also had multiple hits. Seventh grader Alexis Chase grabbed the win (7 IP, 9 H, 6 R, 4 ER, 3 BB, 2 K).

The baseball team then handled GMLOK 19-4 in five innings.

Drew Hurley’s bat authored the biggest firework, an inside-thepark grand slam in Chatfield’s 11-run third inning. He finished 2-3 (4 RBI, 3 R). Duxbury (3-3, 3B, 2 RBI, 3 R) was perfect at the plate. Aguiar (2-3, 3 RBI, R, Win), Riley Ahern (2-3, 2 R, 2 RBI), and T.J. Moechnig (2-3, 2 R RBI) also had multiple hits.

Reece Eickhoff (1-2, BB, RBI, R) and Quinn Larson (1-3, 2B, RBI, R, Loss) did damage for GMLOK. The Gophers squads’ then did battle with PEM. On the softball diamond, the other Bulldogs jumped out 3-0 after

a half-inning. Four straight hits in the third from Larrabee, LaPlante, Kirsten Keefe, and Irish helped plate four Gopher runs.

Chatfield led 7-3 entering the sixth, only for PEM to plate three unearned runs. The Gophers got out of a bases loaded jam and picked up the 7-6 win. Larrabee (3-4, RBI, R), Dokken (2-3, 3B, RBI, R, SB), and LaPlante (1-4, 2B, 2 RBI) did the biggest damage. Chase (7 IP, 10 H, 6 R, 2 ER, 3 BB, 6 K) picked up the win (2-0). The Lady Gophers are off to a 2-0 start to the season.

Meanwhile, the baseball team fell behind PEM 2-0. In the fourth, six straight Gopher hitters reached to start the inning. Chatfield put a six-spot on the board. They cruised to an 8-2 victory. Aguiar (3-3, 2 R) and Woltz (2-2, 2 R) each went perfect at the plate.

Lund (1-2, 3 RBI, R), Ahern (2-3, 2 RBI, 2 R), and Aaron Paulson (1-2, 2B, 2 RBI, R) drove in the runs. The latter (5 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 1 ER, 1 K, 2 BB) collected the win. The defending Section Champions are off to a 3-0 start to the season.

Baseball Team Capsules

Chatfield > Head Coach: Brian Baum. Last year’s record: 23-4 (1A East runner-up, Section 1A champs, State Third Place).

Returning starters: Ethan Woltz (Senior OF/P, All-Conference), Drew Hurley (Senior IF/P, A-C), T.J. Moechnig (senior C, State All-Tourney Team), Dan N a r v e s o n Ethan Woltz (senior OF).

Other key returnees: Carter Duxbury (junior OF), Tristan Aguiar (junior P/IF), Payton Lund (senior IF), Aaron Paulson (junior P/IF).

Notes: Gophers top three pitchers from last year (Tommy Jech,

Nate Skare, Jake Neis) aren’t back.

They will be devoid two starters, Jech (A-C) and Ben Pierce, per injuries, but have 17 combined j u n i o r s / Drew Hurley seniors.

Fillmore Central/Lanesboro > Head Coach: Keith Larson. Last year’s record: 4-14 (won a play-off game, lost to Chatfield in subsection play). Returning starters: Kiel Larson (senior SS/P), Nick Mensink (senior 3B/P), Gatlin Woellert (senior OF/P), Blake Bigalk (junior C). Other key returnees: Collin Scott (sophomore OF), Sam Peters (sophomore 2B/P), Riley Means (sophomore IF), Cole Schwichtenberg (sophomore 1B).

Notes: Falcons have six combined junior and seniors, ten sophomores. Larson/Woellert/Mensink are returning pitchers.

Mabel-Canton > Head Coach: Karl Urbaniak. Last year’s record: 8-7 (lost to FC/L in 1A East quarters). Returning starters: Wesley Richert (senior SS/P), Weston Whalen (sophomore IF/P), Keyser Wenthold (senior OF), Jon Selness (senior OF), Tanner Fairchild (junior IF), Bryce Michels (junior IF). Notes: Graduated three seniors; have three seniors, juniors, and sophomores. Richert and Whalen pitched a lot last year.

Rushford-Peterson > Head Coach: Dan Mlsna. Last year’s record: 3-16 (lost to L-A in 1A East quarters). Returning starters: Jonnie Koenen (senior P/ IF), Mason McManimon-Myers (junior P/SS), Zach Ansell (senior catcher). Other key returnees: Wesley Trejo (senior OF), Bryant Weidemann (senior 1B), Blake Norstad (senior OF), Lucas Clark (senior OF), Nathan Sarvi (junior IF/P), Ethan Anderson (sophomore 1B). Notes: Koenen, McManimon-Meyers, and Sarvi are returning pitchers. Ansell

returns after missing multiple sports seasons per knee surgeries.

Houston > Head Coach: Jason Carrier. Last year’s record: 5-12 (lost to Chatfield in 1A East quarters). Returning starters: Brett Hoskins (senior IF), Taylor Johnston (senior IF), Jeremiah Johnson (junior IF). Other key returnees: Wesley Johnson (sophomore IF), Brandon Grupe (sophomore IF).

Notes: The ‘Canes graduated seven seniors, but they have nine combined juniors and seniors out.

GMLOK > Head Coach: Brad Reiter. Last year’s record: 3-17 (lost to La Crescent in the 1AA East quarters). Returning starters: Quinn Larson (junior P/IF), Blake Olson (senior IF), Josh Shorter (junior catcher). Other key returnees: Brenn Olson (sophomore IF). Notes: Bulldogs have just four varsity guys back from last year, with Blake Olson the only senior. They have eleven freshman on varsity roster (no B-squad).

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Chatfield > Head Coach: Jeff Johnson. Last year’s record: 18-8 (1A East runner-up, Section 1A runner-up). Returning starters: Brook Irish (senior 1B, A-C), Janessa Erding (senior OF, A-C), Kirsten Keefe (senior OF, fifthyear starter), Megan LaPlante (junior 3B, Brook Irish A-C HM), Maddy Larrabee (senior 2B, A-C HM), Sydney Gould (junior C/1B, A-C HM), Hailee Stock (junior OF). Other key returnees: Kyra Dokken (sophomore OF), Kaitlyn Griffin (junior IF), Kaylie Bernard (junior OF).

Notes: Gophers graduated top pitcher and a five-year shortstop, lost three-year catcher (Shelby

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Bernard) to injury. Alexis Chase (7th grader) and Belle Berg (8th grader) will fill P and SS holes.

Fillmore Central/Laneboro > Head Coach: Tris Tollefson.

Last year’s record: 15-5 (1A East champions, lost to Chatfield in Section Final Four). Returning starters: Morgan Malley (senior P, All-Conference, All-State), Taylor Pierce-Sprenger (junior OF, A-C), Shelby Ebner (junior C, A-C), Megan Hendrickson (junior 2B, A-C), Steph Erickson (senior SS/P, A-C HM), Kaitlynn Aug (senior Morgan Malley 1B), Gabby Brazee (junior 3B), Haley Polin (sophomore OF), Tayah Barnes (sophomore OF). Notes: Falcons graduated nothing. Malley enters her fifth year at pitcher.

Houston > Head Coach: Dean Sonsalla. Last year’s record: 9-8 (lost to L-A in 1A East quarters).

Returning starters: Alexa Horihan (senior 3B), Lizzy Tippery (senior 2B), Cortney Johnston (junior P), Alyvia King (sophomore IF), Alyssa Rostad (8th grader OF), Morgan Beckman (sophomore OF). Other key returness: Emily Blexrud-Graham (sophomore 2B), Becca Lee (freshman SS).

Notes: Graduated a former AllState pitcher in Abbey Loken.

Have six combined junior and seniors with ten combined sophomore and freshman.

GMLOK > Head Coach: John Fenske. Last year’s record: 7-14 (won a play-off game, lost to St. Charles in sub-section play).

Returning starters: Jamie Stevens (OF/P, All-Conference), Courtney Schmidt (sophomore SS, A-C HM), Alayna Meskill (third-year sophomore P), Gracie Schmidt (sophomore C), Rio Landers See SPORTS Page 17 

TrisTan aguiar Chatfield Baseball

Chatfield baseball is off to a 3-0 start to the season, helped greatly by the play of Tristan Aguiar. The junior was a team-leading 7 for 9 (.778 average) with 4 RBI’s and 4 runs scored plus a pitching win.

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Ruen it for everyone else; LFCMC sisters Bailey Ruen (left) and Leah Ruen (right) won the 1,600 and 800 races respectively at the RPH Track Invite.

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Janessa Erding lays down a bunt in Chatfield’s game with PEM. The defending Section runnerup Gophers eked out a 7-6 victory to start the year 2-0.

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(junior 3B). Other key returnees: Gretchen Corson (sophomore IF), Jessi Lohuis (senior OF), Kellyn Webster (sophomore IF). Jamie Stevens Notes: The ‘Dogs have two seniors, two juniors, and nine sophomores.

Rushford-Peterson > Head Coach: Jeremy Tesch. Last year’s record: 4-14 (lost to W-K in 1A East quarters). Returning starters: Lauren Hadley (junior OF, A-C HM), Savannah Skalet (sophomore P/OF, A-C HM), Brooke Johnson (junior P/IF), Morgan Vitse (junior IF). Tatyanna Bronk (junior C). Other key returnees: Indy Hermanson (junior OF), Alli Oian (sophomore IF), Ashley Keenan (sophomore OF). Notes: Trojans are senior-less, but eight of the eleven combined juniors/ sophomores played varsity last year.

Mabel-Canton > Head Coach: Kati Bergey. Last year’s record: 4-10 (lost to FC/L in 1A East quarters). Returning starters: Coranda Vickerman (sophomore SS), Hannah Nolte (senior 3B), Courtney Graves (sophomore C), Ashlyn Dahl (senior P/OF), Hannah Underbakke (junior 3B).

Other key returnees: Lexi Thorson (8th grader P), Kayla Patterson (sophomore OF). Notes: Cougars have six combined juniors and seniors, seven underclassmen.

Baseball

3-31 R-P 1, La Crescent 10 (Trojans are 0-1) 4-2 St. Charles 14, GMLOK 1; 5

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4-2 GMLOK 5, St. Charles 8 (Bulldogs are 0-1)

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3-31 R-P/H Invite #1 (R-P-H 1st’s: A. Sweet (100), Megan Holien (100-hurdles), A. Agrimson (Long Jump), J. Honken (Pole Vault), E. Loken (Discus/Shot Put), the girls 4x100 (Agrimson/A. Hartman/K. Ness/Sweet), D. Linder (800), N. Carlson (Long Jump/Triple Jump), M. Culhane (Shot Put/ Discus), Agrimson added two seconds (100, High Jump), Sweet (Long Jump) a second. L/FC/ MC 1st’s: K. Broadwater (400), Emma Breitsprecher (300-hurdles), Leah Ruen (800), Bailey Ruen (1600), K. Olson (3200), the girls 4x200 (Paige Donlinger/ Cassidy Ruud/Broadwater/P. Bennett), the 4x400 (K. Bennett/P. Bennett/Alyssa Gathje/B. Ruen), & 4x800 teams (K. Bennett/ Olson/Gathje/L. Ruen), Nathan Eversole (300-hurdles), Treyten Chiglo (Pole Vault), the boys 4x400 (Matthew Lutes/Layton Howerton/Steven Rein/T. Chiglo), & 4x800 (Chiglo/Howerton/Michael Harrison/Eversole) teams) 4-2 PEM Invite (Chatfield’s girls finished 2nd, the boys 4th (of five). K. Gomez-Ruiz (3,200) took first. A. Erickson (100), M. Kammer (200/High Jump), the girl’s 4x100 (Erickson/Danielle Kramer/M. Bell/Kammer), & 4x200 (Megan Hopp/Nicki Peterson/Mikaela Kohlmeyer/ Kramer) teams, Austin Swancutt (200), and J. General (Shot Put) took second. Swancutt was also third in the 100 and fifth in the Long Jump)

Houston senior Elizabeth Loken won both throw competitions at the RPH Track Invite.

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Ostrander Council considers repairs and upgrades

By Rich Wicks On April 7, all members of the Ostrander City Council were in attendance for a regular meeting.

Jason Schahl (from the accounting firm of Smith Schafer & Associates) presented a summary of the 2014 financial audit conducted regarding the City of Ostrander.

Schahl commented that because Ostrander is a small town, there are some safeguards needed to assure proper oversight of financial matters, and he said the council handles this by carefully watching all financial dealings closely. He stated that the city’s General Fund cash reserve is around $55000, down slightly from about $62000 a year prior, but doesn’t feel that is a major concern.

Dan Gossman from Federal Warning Systems presented the Council with information and materials related to several options for the city to consider relating to possible improvements to the current warning siren, which is apparently over 60 years old. The siren was recently repaired, and is working well now, but because of its age, there are no estimates on how long it will function. He suggested that if the City continues to use the current siren, it should be placed 10 or 15 feet higher, so it would be better heard throughout town. He also said most cities are now using a radio-controlled mechanism, so the siren could be activated remotely by city or county personnel, which saves time and therefore possi-

bly lives. He also said Harmony recently bought new sirens, so that city may be looking to sell their old sirens, which Ostrander could look into. Gossman also described the options for having battery backup power for the siren. After some discussion, the council chose to keep the siren as is for now, and will talk with Harmony about their sirens. The city will look into costs to install radio-controls for the current siren.

Ann Keim from First LeRoy Agency spoke to the council about property and casualty coverage torts. She explained the current torts limit how much an individual or group could sue the city for.

After brief discussion, the council voted unanimously to keep the torts and limits as is.

Public Works Director and Fire Chief Jimmie Dean spoke to the Council, and described the condition of the Fire Department’s SCBA masks. He said they are outdated and currently there are only two in working order, so there is no backup. He said because of the age of the equipment, “We’re back about five compliances” and asked the City to consider purchasing new SCBA’s. The county is willing to help pay the cost, since the equipment would help both entities. The Council voted to purchase two new SCBA’s.

Police Chief Tom Mosher addressed the council and gave a report of police issues and activity for the month of March. Mayor

Nesler announced that the Lund Park bench is here, and he asked for ideas (from the council or any citizen) on where it should be placed, and how to arrange items in the park. He also asked for ideas of how to use the park. Some ideas so far include a skating rink or a dog park.

The council discussed the proposed hiring of a part-time employee to mow, do upkeep of the park, and perform street upkeep. An ad seeking applicants will be placed in the local newspaper. Chief Mosher asked if these tasks could be done in the meantime by persons doing community service hours; the council said this was acceptable.

The council discussed the 103 Allen Street property, which the city has mowed since 2011. The cost will be assessed to the property.

KLM Engineering has submitted a proposal for cleaning and chlorinating the water tower. The council voted to go ahead with this.

There was brief discussion about what to do with the old timeclock, and it was suggested that the city see if anyone wants to buy it. If not, it will be discarded. There was also discussion about moving the city generator, but DJ said if the International fire truck is removed, there will be plenty of room for the generator to stay where it is. Citywide Clean Up will be May 16.

The meeting adjourned about 7:45. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be Tuesday, May 5 at 6 p.m. in the Community Center.

Rushford Village looks to Wellhead Protection Plan

By Kirsten Zoellner Pat Bailey, principal planner for the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Water Source Protection Unit, was on hand at the Tuesday, April 7 Rushford Village Council meeting to discuss wellhead protection. The protection plans seek to “prevent contaminants from entering the wells and groundwater that provide public drinking water supply.” Working in tandem with communities, the MDH helps to develop plans for protection from contaminants such as nitrates, organic and inorganic compounds, and pathogens, and helps to carry out of those plans.

The process begins with a vulnerability assessment of the well and a defined Drinking Water Supply Management Area. Next, a contaminant source inventory is conducted in the Wellhead Protection Area, an area more defined within the Management Area. A plan to manage those inventoried sources, and a water supply contingency plan, is then developed.

Implementation is carried out by the MDH and the city or a diversity of community members.

The Rushford Village Management Area lies south of what is deemed “South Rushford”, into state bluff land. Bailey noted that ground water within the smaller protection area will reach the well within 10 years, so the plan is geared towards management over those 10 years. Bailey expects that writing the plan won’t take long, due to the size of the community.

The city will consult further with the MDH. Anticipated develop-

ment of the area will also be considered in discussions.

The city also held a public hearing at the meeting regarding amendments to Ordinance 5, Zoning and Land Use, specifically, modification, additions, or deletions to sections 100-800, 1100-1600, and 1700-2700. The amendments had been discussed, in length, at previous meetings but required approval from City Attorney Tom Manion before being voted upon. Three additional changes, that were suggested following the second March council meeting, were also brought forth. The majority of changes dealt with language usage, definitions, and consistency within the ordinances.

“It’s remarkable what this team has accomplished,” noted Mayor Gordon Johnson, doling out praise to Zoning Administrator Jon Pettit and Planning and Zoning Commission members Joyce Iverson, Glen Kopperud, Maynard Thompson, and Bruce Hovland.

The amendments were approved unanimously.

“I thank you. It’s amazing,” added Johnson. “We keep adding new things and unfortunately we’ve duplicated or added things.” While the thorough examination of the ordinance has been beneficial, it has also brought forward issues that should have been addressed, but haven’t been enforced. Certain sections, such as in 1519.05, the screening of junk or salvage yards from public roadways. Additionally, certain aspects of sections may have been simply overlooked, such as property owners/renters not

securing permitting for decks and concrete pads, as in campground areas. “There’s good points brought up. We haven’t enforced it and we need to revisit. We can do better,” continued Johnson.

In other news, the city has approved a trial of a Nortec Piranha roadside machine to assist with road maintenance and road grading and countouring. The owner and operator of the machine, Wayne Feldmeier, noted the machine’s capabilities and sought the halfday trial, working alongside Public Works/Maintenance Supervisor Travis Scheck. Feldmeier is seeking to have a number of townships utilize his services and offered the half-day trial at no charge to the city. Typically costs, as noted by Feldmeier, are $40 per hour with the city or township providing the fuel. The city plans to try the machine out on perennially difficult Ridgeview Road during spring work. The offer to utilize the machine further will come before the council again once the trial is completed.

The city has also approved the purchase of a cordless impact drill, electric grease fun, and additional battery and charger for the Public Works/Maintenance Department. The total cost of the items is expected not to exceed $507.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, April 21, at 6:30 p.m., at the Village Hall. Please note the time difference, due to the inclusion of a required Truth in Taxation hearing the same night. The public is encouraged to attend.

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The Beatles’ impact on music

By Jeremiah Munson A couple of days ago Ringo Starr came out with a new album called “Postcards from Paradise” and I have been listening to it c o n s t a n t l y.

Another former Beatle, Paul McCartney, has also been Jeremiah active recentMunson ly doing two songs with Kanye West and Rihanna. When I was thinking about this, I remembered hearing that Paul McCartney and Kanye West had spent New Year’s together performing their new

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song “Only One”. Many Kanye fans went to twitter and were wondering who the “newcomer” Paul McCartney was. I find it extremely sad that some people do not know who Paul McCartney is, or any member of the Beatles for that matter. I would imagine that most people 20 years old can’t name at least three of the fab four. One may wonder: “What is the big deal about a band from the 1960’s?”

The Beatles have influenced the world in many different ways, not surprisingly they influenced music the most. They have had an enormous impact on music from the moment they were formed. Along with their producer, George Martin, they

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innovated many different aspects of music that are still in use today.

A small list of their innovative accolades includes music videos, the first concept album, concerts at a stadium, lyrics printed on the album, having music on an FM radio station rather than AM, and studio techniques. All of the different studio techniques they created or popularized would be an entire list on its own: artificial double tracking or ADT, back masking, tuned feedback, spliced audio loops, distortion, equalization, stereo effects, multi-tracking or overdubbing, compression, phase shifting, and “microphoning”.

The Beatles have also had a direct impact on many artists.

Some musicians have been greatly inspired by the Beatles and some even decided to become rock artists after hearing or seeing the Beatles. Some artists who have claimed to be influenced by the Beatles include Dave Grohl of Nirvana and the Foo Fighters, Joe Walsh of the Eagles, Brian Wilson from the Beach Boys, Billy Joel, Michelle Phillips from the Mamas and the Papas, Gene Simmons of KISS, Maurice and Robin Gibbs from the Bee Gees, and Bruce Springsteen. That is only a small list of all of the musicians the Beatles have influenced.

Some additional information to support the idea that the Beatles have changed music is numbers. According to the RIAA the Beatles are the best-selling music artists in the United States with 178 million certified units sold.

They have also had more numberone albums and sold more singles than anyone else in the UK. The Beatles topped the Billboard magazine’s all time “Hot 100” artists and as of 2015 hold the record for the most number one hits on the “Hot 100” chart with twenty. Being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988 and winning ten Grammys, an Academy Award, and fifteen Ivor Novello Awards completes a shortened list of the accomplishments and accolades the Beatles can claim.

A band as influential and important as the Beatles should not be as quickly forgotten as they have.

More people need to be aware of them and appreciate what they have done for the world of music today. I would bet that almost every, if not all, musicians associated with pop, rock, country, indie, r&b, and all similar groups of music have been either directly or indirectly influenced by the Beatles. Even though the Beatles are not together anymore, the two surviving members continue to release new music and tour more than fifty years after releasing their first album together.

Jeremiah Munson is a student at Rushford-Peterson High School.

He is one of five area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its sixteenth year.

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The Fillmore Central Band Department is proud to announce its upcoming concert on Monday, April 27 at 8 p.m. in the Harmony Varsity Gym. (This is a change from the school calendar due to gym renovations at the Preston site.)

This year’s concert is entitled “Spring Into Action” and will feature the FC 5-6th grade concert band, 7-8th grade concert band, and 9-12th grade symphonic band.

The theme recognizes the effort and sacrifice of our area Wounded Warriors. It involves our students giving back to those individuals and their families. Several selections will be performed in their honor. Two of those pieces are

original works by director, Lane M. Powell, and will have their premieres that evening. All proceeds from the future sales of these pieces will be donated to the Minn. chapter of the Wounded Warriors by the composer.

The FC Band students will also be presenting members of the Wounded Warrior Project with a donation from “Wake Up To The Band” fundraiser that is going on right now. Tickets are just $5 and are available through a high school band member or by calling the band office.

Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. We hope to see you there and consider doing what you can to “Spring Into Action” in support of our local heroes.

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Limit Creek Fishing Rods, a labor of love

By Rich Wicks Jim Wernimont has lived in Spring Valley since 2000 and for most of that time, he coowned several Culver’s Restaurants, which kept him busily commuting to the Rochester area to oversee operations. That made it tough to find enough time to spend with his wife and kids, and he also enjoys spending time fishing.

Jim describes a conversation he had with Turk Gierke (a fishing guide who started Limit Creek Fishing Rod Company in 2004 in Hudson, Wisc.). “I was getting geared up for last year’s Trout Day. I’d asked Turk if he’d donate a guided trip, and at the end of the call he asked me, “’So, ya wanna buy a rod company?’ I laughed, but then a couple months later, I was researching my possibilities, and the idea made some sense, so I bought it from him in September”. Jim says the job change has given him more family time, and allows him to work at something he has a passion for.

Limit Creek currently offers

a line of rods designed by the former owner, but Jim is working on expanding the offerings.

He explains, “Next month, I’ve got two new spinning rods coming out, geared mostly for stream and small river fishing, but they can be used out of a boat for bass and walleye, so they’re really multi-use rods.

And then I’ll be bringing out three high-end fly rods, which only makes sense in this area.

They’ll be called the Driftless Dream line. And later I plan to offer ice fishing rods too.

I’ve looked around, and other than a couple of custom companies, I don’t think there’s another fishing rod company in Minn.”.

Right now, Limit Creek runs from Jim’s home, but he has an excellent website for the company, and will start selling his rods at Spring Valley True Value soon as well. There are ten regional distributors in Minn. and Wisc. and he’d like to eventually grow the company to the point where he could have a storefront, but for now he says it’s all about growing

the brand and name recognition. He is also working out details of partnering with the National Trout Center in Preston, with a portion of sales there going to support the Center.

Regarding the upcoming Trout Day event, Jim says this will be the 15th annual Trout Day. Entertainment will be by Al Batt, a local ornithologist, author, humorist and storyteller. There will be a free hotdog roast, and prizes. He says one highlight of Trout Day is always the electrofishing, in which the DNR staff performs their survey by stunning the fish so they can get them out to count, measure and release them. Trout Day will be held May 2 at Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park. Trout Day usually draws 50 to 100 people, depending on the weather, but Jim says if 200 show up, “the more, the merrier!” Jim encourages everyone to attend Trout Day, and to check out his website (LimitCreek.com) or to email him at jim@limitcreek.com with any questions or comments about his products.

Limit Creek Fishing Rod Company owner, Jim Wernimont, stands beside a display of his fishing rods.

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Peterson removes portion of County project; reviews school options

By Kirsten Zoellner While the Peterson City Council had no new updates on the County 25 project currently being prepped for bids at the Wednesday, April 8 meeting, there was plenty of discussion regarding the option to extend sewer services to an area dubbed Myrtle Avenue. The area sits just west of South Church Street and has the potential for development of three residential lots in the future. Water service is already being stubbed in to Myrtle Avenue with the County 25 project and an option to stub in sewer lines was discussed at a special meeting March 24.

“I have concerns with the city spending substantial money,” noted councilor Loren Rue, who was the lone opposition vote at the March 24 meeting. The extra cost for stubbing sewer lines to the area is expected to be $2,000-$3,000.

“The sewer motion which was passed at the last council meeting benefits only one property owner at the expense of all others,” Rue continued in a written letter, dated March 30. “Currently, there are no plans to develop or sell the property for development. It has not been surveyed or plotted, therefore it is impossible to determine over what period of time the city would be able to recover its investment, or if the city would ever recover its investment.”

“Currently, Myrtle Avenue is only 15 feet wide, this is inadequate for fire, ambulance and residential traffic, and raises questions regarding public safety,” Rue continued in the

letter. “Presently, the city does not have any regulations or codes regarding sub-divisions.

To spend tax dollars for a project which may not happen, or may not be approved by future guidelines, is not prudent.”

Peterson councilor Gail Boyum, who made the original motion March 24 to include the sewer line extension, followed up after the last meeting by contacting city clerk of Rushford, Kathy Zacher.

“I called her after the meeting because of what was said.

In Rushford, the entire cost of subdividing is done by the developer,” said Boyum. “We’re not doing what’s in the best interest of the community. It didn’t seem appropriate,” she added, referencing the earlier decision.

After further discussion from councilors Dick Lee and Rue, the council voted unanimously to not extend water and sewer service to Myrtle Avenue.

A majority of discussion at the meeting also centered on the future of the current Rushford-Peterson Middle School, situated on the south end of Victory Street in Peterson. In 2014, the school district passed a referendum to build a new complete facility in Rushford, eliminating the need for the Peterson building and grounds.

There has been mixed emotion on the issue as the city has continued meeting with the school district to determine options for the Peterson site. The property south of the building and the athletic field may be sold to the city for $100. The building

will remain the property of the school district.

Councilor Gail Boyum stated that she had listened to the audiotape for the March 11 meeting with the school district to determine what an investment from the city would net.

A $5,000 to architect David Kane, of WSN, would provide the means for: meeting with small groups including property owners, the business community, the church, and other small groups to develop a set of options; generating support within the community; identifying goals with a city-wide task force to work idea feasibility; creation of simplistic drawings and concepts; and a report back to the city with findings.

In Rushford, where the elementary and high school facilities are currently located, $5,000 was provided by the City of Rushford and $5,000 by the R-P School District to WSN for this process.

“I’m really glad they want to work with our community. I don’t feel they want to develop something that would make our citizens upset,” noted councilor Gail Boyum. “If we want to end up with something that’s a complement to our city… only we know what we want. Having someone decide from the outside would be wrong.”

A motion was made by Loren Rue to provide the school district with $1,000 towards having WSN review the property and come up with options. The motion was seconded by Gail Boyum, but was defeated by a three to two vote with Mayor Tim Hallum and councilors Dave Colbenson and Dick Lee opposed.

“Sure they want input,” responded Lee. “They’re asking our help and asking our money.

I haven’t come to the realization that this is something we should be spending money on.”

“I agree,” added Colbenson.

“It’s quite literally their building. They should have had some foresight in what they wanted to do with it; responsibility for it. It seems a little too much considering they were pushing the new school in the first place.”

Councilor Rue wasn’t as convinced. “I keep looking at it as a huge, future asset to the city; all that property back there.

It’s presently not tax bearing to the city. We get no remuneration from the property. If an acceptable transaction takes place down the road, it’s going to pour in taxes. Our input is valuable. They don’t want the property, they don’t want the building. Let’s make it a successful project for the city of Peterson.”

A second motion was made

by Lee to offer $500 towards the work. It was seconded by Colbenson and approved unanimously.

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Search for Mrs. Fillmore County announced Applications are being accepted for the title of Mrs. Fillmore County!

Mrs. Fillmore County will have the honor of representing her county at the Mrs. Minnesota pageant, which will be held at “Ritsche Auditorium”, March 12, 2016 in St. Cloud, Minn.

The woman chosen as “Mrs. Fillmore County ”will become an ambassador from the Fillmore County area and will receive the official title and sash!!!

The woman chosen as Mrs. Minnesota will receive a prize package worth $7,000 and the chance to represent Minnesota at the “2016” Mrs. International Pageant in July. The American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” is the official charity of the Mrs. Minnesota pageant .

The Fillmore County Journal publishes engagement announcements free of charge.

Send your announcement and photo to news@fillmorecountyjournal.com

To learn more visit: T h e current reigning “2015 Mrs. Minnesota is Kate Howe of Burnsville, Minn. Traveling all across the state, Kate speaks on her platform “Ignite the Imagination.” One in four children in America will grow up not being able to read. These children will ultimately face poor educational, employment and health outlooks affecting all of us. Kate will help solve these problems by educating parents on the importance of early childhood literacy and continuing to break down the single largest barrier to the development of literacy- access to books. For more information go to: www.firstbook.org Competitions in the pageant are: personal interview, Fitness wear and evening gown. (There are no talent or swimsuit competitions) For married women living in Fillmore County that are interested in applying; Write for a bio-form: MRS. MINNESOTA International Pageant, P.O. Box 240537, Apple Valley, Minn.

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Spring into action and donate blood with the Red Cross The American Red Cross encourages eligible blood donors to make a difference in the lives of patients this spring by giving blood.

Donated blood is perishable and must be constantly replenished to keep up with the demand. Red blood cells, with a shelf life of only 42 days, are the most frequently transfused blood component, and are always needed by hospitals.

Eligible donors can give red cells through either a regular whole blood donation or a double red cell donation, where available. Double red cell donations yield twice the usual amount of red cells in a single appointment and are accepted at select donation locations.

Double red cell donors must meet additional eligibility criteria, which will be determined at the donation appointment.

Donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with types O negative, A negative and B negative. Whole blood can be donated every 56 days, and double red cells may be donated every 112 days, up to three times per year.

All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are

STILL WATER in concert Sunday Evening,

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For more info: 507-951-1445 Founded in 1994, this group of men has brought their unique talents and ministry to folks all across the country. God has used a combined musical experience of well over 100 years to mold and form the group into exactly what He needed.

The Lord has blessed Still Water in many ways and has taken them many miles to deliver the message of Jesus Christ. A Still Water concert is far more than just rich vocals and wonderful arrangements; it is a time of spirit filled ministry. Their blend of traditional Southern Gospel styling with modern harmonies has had an impact on audiences in just about every setting one could imagine.

Dale Taylor brings the baritone part to life for Still Water. He has been Singing since childhood and has traveled with various groups for over 40 years. Dale is the group’s manager and handles most of the booking chores. Dale and his wife Beverly reside in Hopkinsville, Kentucky and attend Hillcrest Baptist Church. Dale has two daughters: Melissa and Tammy.

Tommy Bruce sings tenor for the group. He worked as a soloist and was very active in directing his church choir prior to joining Still Water. When the group is on the road, Tommy’s greatest support comes from his wife Karen and their two children: Aaron and Amber. Tommy and his family are members of Christian Heights United Methodist Church in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

Kendal Clark is the bass singer and all around “handy man” for Still Water. He and his wife Laura call Crofton, Kentucky home. They attend New Palestine Baptist Church. God has gifted Kendal with incredible songwriting ability; many of his songs have been recorded by the group. During Still Water concerts, Kendal is responsible for both the house and stage sound.

Ken Johnson plays piano for the Still Water. He is a veteran player of 30 plus years in gospel music, including a stint with the legendary group Naomi and the Segos. In addition to playing piano, Ken is also the group’s product manager. A Greenville, Kentucky native, he attends New Paradise Baptist Church.

Mitch Moore, the group’s lead singer is new to Southern Gospel but has spent many years working with various choral groups as well as serving as Minister of Music at Pembroke Baptist Church for 4 years. A licensed minister, Mitch and his wife Susanna live in Hopkinsville with their two daughters: Naomi and Rachel.

Still Water is not caught up in the glitter of road life nor do they try to be something that they are not.They rely on one thing: the direction of the Holy Spirit in their lives, their music and their concerts.

You owe it to yourself to experience a journey filled with happiness, excitement, and worship as only Still Water can provide. Enjoy a concert with western Kentucky’s finest: Still Water.

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Harmony bloodmobile collects Rep. Davids announces future road improvement projects 42 units

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•Kay Ristau – 5 gallons •Fred Scheevel – 6 gallons •David Sefton – 11 gallons •Emma Swartzentruber - 1 gallon The bloodmobile is sponsored by the Harmony American Legion Auxiliary, and many of the volunteers are Auxiliary members. However, numerous volunteers from the community also help make our blood drives successful. Thank you to everyone for your continued support in this worthwhile effort.

The next bloodmobile will be in Harmony on Tuesday, July 14, 2015, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you’d like to schedule an appointment, please call Marilyn Bratager at (507) 9373406 or schedule one online at http://www.redcrossblood.org/.

ST. PAUL – Several area roads and bridges will receive significant improvements over the next two summers according to State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston).

“The Minnesota Department of Transportation has released its 2015 road construction project list, and Fillmore and Houston County residents can expect to see a number of area roadways receiving needed upgrades in the coming months,” Davids said.

This summer, construction crews will begin repairing Highway 63 near Spring Valley from Highway 16 to the Iowa border. Culvert replacement and bridge repair is also included in this project. Reconstruction of Highway 43 through Rushford that began last year will also continue this summer.

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“Drivers can expects a few minor inconveniences this summer, but the payoff of safer roads and bridg-

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The blood drive held in Harmony on March 31, 2015, succeeded in collecting 42 units of blood. There were 42 donors that presented and one first-time participant. Congratulations to these seven donors who reached the following milestones: •Marilyn Bratager – 2 gallons •Bernis Finke – 3 gallons •Anna Hershberger – 2 gallons

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Here is the end of Speech season...

Congratulations to the speech team for a successful year.

First Alternates to the sections tournament are: Taylor Willford, Casey Olson, and Kiera Olson.

Congratulations to Fillmore Central Girls Basketball Coaches Sarah Tollefsrud and John O’Connor on being selected to coach the 1A Team in the All Star Game! The top 40 senior girls basketball players in the state will play against each other in two exciting all star games! Minnesota’s Miss Basketball will be crowned following the 2nd game!

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Saturday, April 11, 2015. Games at 1pm and 3pm.

Weston’s Wranglers

Fillmore Central is proud of our little 4/5 Preschoolers (Class of 2028) for raising $241.02 during the month of March for their Penny Wars for Weston’s Wranglers. Weston’s Wranglers is a fellow preschooler’s Muscular Dystrophy Association Team for the MD Walk in July. Students are excited to walk with Weston and teammates this July! Students were able to share in the experience of going to the bank and watching their pennies grow into bigger dollars. If you’d like to donate as well, here is a link to his fundraising page: http://www2.mda.org/site/TR/Walk/General…

Congratulations to Klayton Miner who had a photo published in the Post Bulletin’s Camera Work section.

We need your Help Congratulations to the Mass Communication class for producing a video that has reached the finals in the UVideo Challenge. Now, we need your help in winning the online voting portion of the contest. You can view and vote for the video at this address: http://www.health.state.mn.us/uvideo/ The contest is sponsored by the Minnesota Health Department. Voting runs from April 13 to April 17. Please vote often! Thanks for your vote!

Fillmore Central Fourth Graders Presented State Projects

The Fillmore Central Fourth Graders presented their state projects on April 7 and 9. All of the 4th graders made a poster or float about one of the fifty states, as well as presented it to their class. They also wrote a report about their state including the state bird, flower, flag, and a map of the state.

Congratulations!

Congratulations to the FCHS students who earned Academic All Conference awards for One Act Play and Speech Team. The students must earn a letter for the season and have a GPA of 3.5.

Some of the upperclassmen earned letters in a sport at the same time, just showing how versatile and dedicated they are to their teams and academics.

One Act Play Back row: Jan Johannsmann, Matson Kiehne, Alex Mathison, Brendon Back, Alex Love, Alex Scrabeck Middle row: Allison Coyle, Megan Hendrickson, Kelsey Christoph, Bailey Soma, Annalise Shupe, Cami Jones Front row: Ruth DeLano, Andrew Gregg, Anna Christoph, Rianna Ryan Speech Casey Olson, Rianna Ryan, Kiera Olson

SEMCAC Head Start & Fillmore Central to host literacy event

SEMCAC Head Start and Fillmore Central ECFE will be hosting a literacy event on April 16 thanks to a grant from SEMCAC Head Start! The Literacy Event is a collaborative effort between Head Start and Fillmore Central ECFE to focus on literacy during the Week of the Young Child. 26 families have signed up to learn different ways of presenting books to their children and to discover the important difference that reading at least 15 minutes everyday with their children can make! On April 16, Tonya Keim will be presenting this information to the parents while teachers from Head Start as well as Fillmore Central School Readiness employ these different methods of book presentations with the children.

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Search for Mrs. Fillmore County announced Applications are being accepted for the title of Mrs. Fillmore County!

Mrs. Fillmore County will have the honor of representing her county at the Mrs. Minnesota pageant, which will be held at “Ritsche Auditorium”, March 12, 2016 in St. Cloud, Minn.

The woman chosen as “Mrs. Fillmore County ”will become an ambassador from the Fillmore

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The woman chosen as Mrs. Minnesota will receive a prize package worth $7,000 and the chance to represent Minnesota at the “2016” Mrs. International Pageant in July. The American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” is the official charity of the Mrs. Minnesota pageant . To learn more

visit: The current reigning “2015 Mrs. Minnesota is Kate Howe of Burnsville, Minn.

Traveling all across the state, Kate speaks on her platform “Ignite the Imagination.” One in four children in America will grow up not being able to read.

These children will ultimately face poor educational, employment and health outlooks affecting all of us. Kate will

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M-C Junior Olympics Volleyball team attends Mabel City Council meeting

By Hannah Wingert The Mabel City Council met on April 8, 2015 at 7 p.m. All council members were present.

Bobbie Vickerman was present at the meeting along with most of the Mabel-Canton Junior Olympics Volleyball team. The team is raising funds for a trip to the national volleyball tournament in New Orleans in June. They asked permission to hold a 5K race in May. The race will use the same route as the race hosted by the Mabel-Canton Junior class.

It will be held at 8 pm and will be a glow-in-the dark theme. They have already okayed the race with Fillmore County Sheriff Tom Kaase and the Mabel Fire Department. The team also asked for permission to use the concession stand during the softball games.

If they aren’t able to raise enough funds for the trip by the beginning of June, they would like to hold a beanbag tournament with the council’s permission. The council approved a motion to grant permission for all three of the team’s requests.

The council held a public hearing for the revamping of the partial alley behind the houses on Locust Street and Elm Street to make it a through alley. Two residents of the street attended the meeting. Tricia Sand stated that she would be able to enjoy her property more if the alley were extended through. The snowplows have a hard time plowing and maintaining it with the way it is now and Sand ends up with a lot of gravel in her yard every spring. She

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mentioned that snowmobiles go through it during the winter months and asked, “if snowmobiles can enjoy the right-of-way, why can’t we as landowners enjoy it too?” Daycare owner Nikki Eiken, who also owns a property on the same street voiced concern for her children’s safety if traffic increases in the alley behind her home since the children in her daycare often play in the backyard. She wondered if signs could be posted warning motorists to slow down and watch for children. The council was amiable to the idea, and City Maintenance Director Bob Miereau noted that he would be able to put up whatever signage the landowners requested. Mayor Jim Westby suggested making the alley a one-way which would slow traffic down and prevent people from driving through it when they leave the Amoco gas station. A motion to extend the alley through and make it a oneway was approved.

The minutes from the March 11, 2015 meeting were reviewed by the council members and approved.

The monthly bills were reviewed and approved for payment.

The council passed a motion to run the swim bus again this year for the Summer Rec program. The bus will be free to the riders. It will make 10 trips to the Spring Grove swimming pool during the summer months. The pool has offered a reduced fee of $3 to those utilizing the bus’s services. Children under the age of 8 will need to have an adult or guardian along to ride the bus to the pool.

The council set a cap of $75 for in-city families and $100 for rural families for Summer Rec activities.

The farmers’ market coordinators have requested permission to hang signs advertising the market on the light poles on either end of town. The council had to deny the request because it is illegal to put signs up in a right-of-way or on state property.

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The contract with Olympic Fire Protection was renewed for another year at a cost of $340.

Currently, medical helicopters from the Mayo Clinic and Gundersen Lutheran land in the cul-de-sac at Karli Drive, but a homeowner on the cul-desac has expressed concerns with using it as a landing pad. The helicopters will have to continue using it for the time being as there is no other place appropriate for them to land in Mabel.

Mayor Westby proposed that the city pour a pad near the sewer plant. After it’s poured, Mayo and Gundersen Lutheran will have to inspect it and then will be able to record the location in their GPS. The new landing pad will be secure and will be able to be blocked off by just one squad car to prevent anyone other than medical personnel accessing it when it’s being used. A motion was not passed to pour the new pad at this time, but Mayor Westby will continue to obtain information about it and present it to the council at a later meeting.

The council passed a motion to publish the 2014 audit in the Mabel News Record.

City Clerk Karen Larson applied for and was granted a Southeast Minnesota EMS grant which will match funds up to $1000 for purchases made by the Mabel Ambulance Crew. The crew chief, Neil Folstad would like to purchase a stair chair which would make transporting patients to the ambulance from their homes much easier. The chair is approximately $3000 and

can be paid for by the grant and money from the ambulance fund.

A motion was passed to accept the grant and allow the ambulance crew to purchase the stair chair.

The city will place an ad in the Mabel News Record as the ambulance crew is in need of more EMTs. City Clerk Larson noted that the city is thankful for the current EMTs and First Responders.

The brick grill at the Steam Engine Park was recently vandalized. The grill was completely broken apart which would have taken force to accomplish. City Maintenance Director Miereau was saddened to see such vandalism in Mabel. As it will cost too much to rebuild it, the council voted to remove it completely.

Miereau attended a meeting in Preston with FEMA to discuss flood ordinances. It is highly recommended that Mabel update their ordinance.

Jech Excavating should begin their work again in the next week.

They will start by raising the castors on the county road and on Elm Street.

Miereau presented an estimate of $1287 to the council for a wing on the city’s plow truck which would enable it to have an 18 foot sweep. The quote was attained from Michael’s Trucks from La Crosse, Wisc., with whom the city has done business with in the past. A motion to purchase the wing failed. It will be discussed again at a later date.

The meeting was adjourned.

The next meeting will be held on May 13, 2015 at 7 p.m.

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By Karen Reisner The 2015 Minnesota state legislature convened three months ago. Negotiations over two major measures will occur over the next couple of months, specifically the budget for the next biennium and the different proposals that have been released for a comprehensive longer term transportation funding plan.

This legislative session is scheduled to adjourn on May 18.

Transportation The DFL Senate and Governor Mark Dayton insist that new revenue is needed for transportation. Their plans were released in January. Republicans announced their proposal to dedicate funding for roads and bridges without raising new rev-

enue on March 23. This Republican plan is more comprehensive and for a longer term than a proposal their party put out earlier in the year.

The longer term, 10 year, Republican plan calls for $7 billion to be used almost entirely on Minnesota roads and bridges (state, county, and city roads).

It only provides for about $16 million per year for metro transit with no additional funding for transit. The plan uses $228 million of the budget surplus and shifts existing state revenue from sales taxes on auto parts and car rentals and leases to a new transportation stability fund ($308 million annually that now goes into the general fund), and borrows about

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House Minority Leader Paul Thissen (DFL) criticized the Republican plan calling it “the same old shifts and gimmicks budgeting we’ve come to expect from them.” He maintained shifting sales taxes that now go into the general fund will “siphon” money from schools and hospitals.

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The tax is expected to raise $6 billion over 10 years for roads and bridges. Dayton plans to raise $2.8 billion for metro area transit, including commuter rail transit, through a seven county metro area one-half cent sales tax. He insists mass transit is part of the solution. The governor’s plan also includes $2 billion of borrowed money.

Dayton’s plan provides more funding for county roads and over twice as much money for township roads than does the Republican plan. The Republican plan provides $282 million for small city (under 5,000 people) roads, while the DFL plan does not.

A 2012 transportation panel of experts reported that about $6 billion of new funding will be needed over the next 10 years to maintain the state’s current system of roads and bridges.

The Senate “Purple Caucus” is a bipartisan group consisting of about one third of Minn. state senators. These senators want to work together, the group is co-chaired by Senator Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) and Senator Roger Reinert (DFL-Duluth).

They have not released a specific proposal for transportation but their intention is to provide additional funding which is to be directed mostly to roads and bridges, but also includes airports and transit.

Budget Dayton’s budget proposal for the next biennium focuses on investments in pre-kindergarten to post-secondary education, invests in children and working families, and transportation. His proposals spend all of the $1.87 billion surplus. He also wants funding to improve rail safety.

His total budget proposal is just shy of $43 billion for the next two years. He provides for about $200 million in tax credits for working families and child care.

The DFL Senate budget proposal released on March 27 proposes spending $42.7 billion in the next biennium. The Republican budget released on March 24 proposes a budget of $39.9 billion. However, the Republican budget does not include the $616 million in sales taxes that they want to redirect to road and bridge repairs in the next two years in their total budget.

Republicans propose a $2 billion tax cut over two years.

Dayton proposes more spending on Health and Human Services than the Republicans who actually propose significantly less spending in this area than projected numbers released by the Minnesota Office of Management and Budget (MMB).

DFL members insist that the Republican proposal amounts

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to a $1 billion cut in Health and Human Services.

Republicans propose increases in spending on higher education, K-12 education, and public safety. However, in all of these areas their increased spending is less than that proposed by Dayton. Republicans cut funding for economic development, a total of $102 million less than the amount in the current budget. Republicans have a much greater increase in funding for nursing homes than does Dayton.

Other Proposals •Dayton’s proposal to require 50 foot vegetative buffer areas along rivers, streams, and lakes (all perennial waters) has driven a lot of debate from both farmers and water quality advocates.

Buffer strips could be used for haying or grazing. Under current law about 20 percent of public ditches require a one rod (16.5 foot) buffer. Farmers could be expected to install the buffer strips with no compensation. Possibly farmers could be eligible for the Conservation Reserve Program to help pay for installing the buffers. Farmers question the reasoning behind a 50 foot requirement which would take 12 acres out of production on a mile long stretch.

Farmers argue they will still be paying property taxes on land that is taken out of production.

•Lawmakers are working on a bill that would require law enforcement to delete information from license plate readers after 30 days. This information helps law enforcement to fight crime, but privacy advocates see data retention as an infringement on civil liberties. This is not a partisan issue.

•The House passed a bill which will cap wages for tipped employees at $8 per hour. Dayton opposes the bill.

•Rep. Greg Davids (R-Preston) has introduced legislation proposing $10 million be funded to build a veterans home in Fillmore County. Davids also sponsored a bill to secure additional funding for needed improvements to the Lanesboro dam. Companion bills to both have been introduced by Senator Jeremy Miller (R-Winona).

•Governor Dayton announced on April 7 his recommendations for an $842 million state bonding bill. The Republican lead House signaled that it doesn’t favor new debt service. About 43 percent of the bonding projects listed are in Greater Minn. Recommended bonding monies for Fillmore County were $775,000 for Historic Forestville and $950,000 for Lanesboro Dam repairs.

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Fillmore County District Court On March 30, 2015, Michael Drew Williams, 43, of Spring Valley, Minn., appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat at the Fillmore County Courthouse. Williams is charged with Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, a felony with a maximum penalty of three years and one day in prison, a $5,000

fine, or both. On or about March 27, 2015, within Fillmore County, the defendant allegedly, by means of a motor vehicle, fled or attempted to flee, a peace officer who was acting in the lawful discharge of an official duty, and the perpetrator knew or should reasonably have known the same to be a police officer.

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My understanding is the law refers to when children are “outside” the school. This includes when buses are present and when kids are in crosswalks, on sidewalks, and out in the schoolyard. Even if there is a fence, it is not going to stop a vehicle that is speeding, out of control, and runs off the highway or street.

This is why it is so important to slow down through school zones and pay extra attention for bicyclists and pedestrians.

If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. (Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@ state.mn.us) Twitter: MSPPIO_SOUTH

By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: What does the reduce speed sign that says “when children are present” mean? When children are present where, Troy H. in school, Christianson outside the school, outside the fence?

Answer: According to Minnesota State Statute 169.14 (5a): “Such school speed limits shall be in effect when children are present, going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours or during school recess periods.”

Fillmore County police report Chatfield Police Department Joshua Matthew Jacobson, 33, Chatfield, Minn.; 3/21/2015, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within 2 Hours, Fine $1,000 (stay $690 until 3/25/2016), Total Fees $425. Local Confinement 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (3/26/2015): Complete Chemical Assessment - follow all recommendations (complete within 30 days), Remain lawabiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance - have valid license to drive, Sign Probation Agreement – all conditions are under the direction of probation agent, Sign releases of information as directed, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Cooperate with the search of your person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by your probation officer, Submit to random searches.

Jacob Gerald Ricard, 19, Chatfield, Minn.; 2/24/2015, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Fillmore County Sheriffs Office Laura Lee Bolson, 50, St. Michael, Minn.; 3/9/2015, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Haley Jo Boulais-Jacobson, 18, Rochester, Minn.; 3/15/2015, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Christopher Matthew Boxleiter, 34, East Dubuque, Ill.;

2/24/2015, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Milind Suryakant Deshpande, 51, Coralville, Iowa; 3/8/2015, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Paris Andrew Linn Drelbelbis, 24, Dubuque, Iowa; 2/22/2015, Speeding (79/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230.

Nickole Ann Eiken, 29, Mabel, Minn.; 3/19/2015, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Heather Pfremmer, 29, Preston, Minn.; 1/22/2015, Stopping/Parking on Crosswalk, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Frank William Heers, 50, Minneapolis, Minn.; 3/21/2015, Speeding (49/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Bryanna Danielle Hulett, 29, Burlington, Iowa; 3/1/2015, Use of Wireless Communications Device - Compose, Read or Send Electronic Message in Motion or Traffic, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

William Patrick Ische, 25, Eagan, Minn.; 3/8/2015, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Hunter Michael Johnson, 19, Canton, Minn.; 1/31/2015, Consumption by Persons Under 21, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.

David Floyd Matthees, 54, Crystal, Minn.; 6/6/2012, Receiving Stolen Property, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 9/23/2015), Total Fees (including $4,196.76 and $1,152 in restitution) $6,563.76. Local Confinement – 365 days (stay 345 days for two year). Credit for time served: five days.

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Root River One Watershed, One Plan having multiple plans limited by political borders (county lines), a single management plan for the entire watershed drainage area is to be developed and implemented. Deutschman commented that “water doesn’t respect county boundaries.” The hydrologic boundaries of the entire watershed are flexible. The state will learn from these five pilot One Watershed, One Plans and gain an understanding of procedures to replace existing water plans.

A 13 member Policy Committee, which is made up of one county commissioner and one SWCD supervisor from each of the six counties and one watershed district manager, will make decisions about the content of the plan. An organizational meeting of this committee was held in January. Fillmore County commissioner Duane Bakke was elected chairman. Bakke said the counties involved will be working together to improve the river.

An advisory committee will consist of 50 or so members who will make recommendations to the policy committee for the pro-

By Karen Reisner The public was invited to the kick-off event for the Root River One Watershed, One Plan at the Fountain Community Center on April 8. The four hour open house was well attended. Roughly 100 residents listened as plan consultant Mark Deutschman, Houston Engineering, presented information about developing the plan at the first of two presentations giving during the open house. The goal of this meeting was to get citizen involvement.

The public was given the opportunity to identify their priority concerns, to comment, share information, and to ask questions. The watershed planning area includes portions of six counties (Dodge, Fillmore, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, and Winona) that drain to the Root River. The planning area also includes the Minnesota portion of the Upper Iowa River watershed and the Mississippi-Reno watershed in Houston County. The total planning area includes over 1.3 million acres. There are 81 watersheds within the state of Minnesota.

One Watershed, One Plan had its beginnings with the Local Government Roundtable (Associations of Minnesota Counties, Watershed Districts, and Soil and Water Conservation Districts). In June, 2014, the Root River watershed was selected as one of five watersheds in the state for this pilot program. The intention is to have one coordinated plan to manage water on a hydrologic water basis.

Legislation passed in 2013 provided authorization and funding to Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) to give assistance and grants to local governments to transition local water management plans to a whole watershed approach. Instead of

Consultant Mark Deutschman gives a presentation on the Root River One Watershed, One Plan.

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to FCSD or Hennepin County Work House by Friday January 17, 2014, 10 a.m., to serve time.

Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (9/23/2013): Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Aftercare, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, Follow all instructions of probation including assessments and programming, Advise Agent prior to changing employment and/or residence, No contact with victim(s), No contact with persons associated with illegal drugs.

Pam Joyce Morrow, 50, Preston, Minn.; 2/20/2015, Duty to Drive with Due Care – Speed Greater Than Reasonable, Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Kasi Jo Rivas, 28, Wykoff, Minn.; 3/20/2015, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle, Fine $200, Total Fees $290.

Sophia Marie Warwick, 18, Minneapolis, Minn.; 3/6/2015,

Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Arlan C. Ziegler, 42, La Crosse, Wisc.; 1/31/2015, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

MN State Patrol – Rochester Eunice Anne Biel, 62, Harmony, Minn.; 2/9/2015, Speeding (73/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Ostrander Police Department Douglas Charles Bush, 45, Grand Meadow, Minn.; 8/16/2011, Indecent Exposure – Public Place Willfully/Lewdly, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 6/6/2014), Total Fees $390. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 75 days for one year). Serve as work release (complete within 30 days).

Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (6/3/2013): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Follow all instructions of probation, Sign Probation Agreement, No contact with victim or family, Submit to Polygraph Examinations as directed, Advise Agent prior to changing employment and/or residence, Not possess/use any pornographic/sexually explicit material, Attend sex offender program, No access to or use

tection and restoration of water resources. The planning process will involve community members and organizations, businesses and interested non-profits, state agencies and local governments. The engineering firm has been hired for consultation and to help assemble the plan which will identify threats to our water resources and specify land use practices which “provide the greatest environmental benefits to the watersheds.” The plan should identify concerning issues, provide a strategy for a ‘fix’ with a measurable goal.

By fall or early winter the draft plan is expected to have been written. In early 2016 there will be a comment period including public hearing meetings on the draft plan. The final plan will be submitted to BWSR for their review. Implementation could be as early as late 2016.

The other four pilot areas include Red Lake River, Lake Superior North, North Fork Crow River and Yellow Medicine River.

Up to date information will be available on the BWSR website: www.bwsr.state.mn.us/ planning/1W1P/index.html.

of internet without approval, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No contact with persons under age 18, no position of authority over minors, and not where children congregate without probation approval, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Sign all releases of information, Random testing, Submit to random searches.

Supervised probation for one year, 74 days – Conditions (3/21/2014): No contact with persons under age 18, Defendant allowed to have unsupervised contact with minor males unless otherwise restricted with approval in advance by his supervising agent. Defendant shall not have contact with minor females unless approved in advance by his supervising agent.

Preston Police Department Mohammed Hussein Hassan, 23, Postville, Iowa; 3/14/2015, Give Peace Officer False Name, Fine $500 (stay $250 until 3/23/2016), Total Fees $340.

Local Confinement – 30 days (stay 30 days for one year).

Unsupervised probation for one year – Conditions (3/23/2015): Remain law abiding, No same or similar.

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•Rushford Senior Dining, 10:30-noon, •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-10:30am, •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-4pm, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.•Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Bldg., 113 E. Jessie 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* school, no story hour.* St., Rushford.* •Arthritis Foundation senior exercise, •Chatfield Brass Band rehearsal, 7pm, •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-noon, 1-6pm, 3-3:30 pm, Coffee Street Fitness, 102 515 Washington St. NW, Preston.* Coffee St., Lanesboro. Free will donations Chatfield Elementary Band Room. New members welcome. Call (507) 867-3315 •Arthritis Foundation senior exercise, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* or email bcdnarv@aol.com.* 10:30-11am. Harmony Community THURS., APRIL 16 •AA Class “Road’s Journey”, 8pm, 301 Center. Free will donations accepted.

E Franklin St., Spring Valley (a yellow •Free Senior Coffee and homemade (507)288-6944 for info.* house).* dessert, 9am, Clara House.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, •Rushford Food Shelf, 9am-11:30 am, FRI., APRIL 17 Preston Public Library. Knitting for all 12:30-4 pm, Tenborg Bldg., 113 E Jessie levels.* •Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, •Bluff Country Toastmasters, 5:30pm, St., Rushford.* Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-noon, 1-4pm, Fillmore St., Chatfield.* Spring Valley Public Library.* 515 Washington St NW, Preston.* •VFW Auxiliary meeting, 7pm, •Arthritis Foundation senior exercise, SAT., APRIL 18 Preston Servicemen’s Club.

Mabel Fire Hall, 325 W •St. John’s Food Shelf, 9-10:30am, St. •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, Pio­neer 10:30-11am.

Prairie Ave. Free will donations accepted. John’s Lutheran Church, 241 Line St. S, Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., (507)288-6944 for info.* Wykoff.

Chatfield.* •Arthritis Foundation senior exercise, •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 9-11am, •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian 10:30-11am. Harmony Community 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* Center. Free will donations accepted.

Church, Mill St., Rushford.* •Bluff Country ATV Club meeting, (507)288-6944 for info.* 10am, Stumpy’s, Rushford.

•Mabel Food Shelf, 10-noon, First Lutheran Church, 2020 N. Oak, Mabel.

•Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For more info, (507)251-1771 or (507)765-2518.*

SUN., APRIL 19 •Pancake Breakfast, 8am-1pm, Whalan Town Hall. Sponsored by Taste of Trail Committee.

•VFW Men’s Auxiliary Fisher House Breakfast, 8-12:30, Spring Valley VFW Hall.

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

•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston St. NW, Ste. 2, Preston.* •Arthritis Foundation senior exercise, 3-3:30pm, Coffee Street Fitness, 102 Coffee St., Lanesboro. Free will donations accepted. (507)288-6944 for info.* •VFW Burger Night, 5-8pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall.

MON., APRIL 20 •Arthritis Foundation senior exercise, 10:30-11am. Mabel Fire Hall, 325 W Prairie Ave. Free will donations accepted.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Monday, April 13, 2015

PUBLIC NOTICES

DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $101,998.38

That prior to the commencement of THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF this mortgage foreclosure proceeding THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE complied with all notice requirements as TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT required by statute; That no action or AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that said mortgage, or any part thereof; default has occurred in conditions of the PURSUANT to the power of sale following described mortgage: contained in said mortgage, the above DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 24, 2001 described property will be sold by the MORTGAGOR: Rusty W. HuusSheriff of said county as follows: Oaks and Kirsten E. Huus-Oaks, husband DATE AND TIME OF SALE: April 30, and wife.

2015 at 10:00 AM MORTGAGEE: PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Mountain Pacific Mortgage Company.

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by Recorded May 4, 2001 Fillmore County said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on Recorder, Document No. 315735. said premises, and the costs and ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: disbursements, including attorneys’ fees Assigned to: RBMG, Inc. Dated April 24, allowed by law subject to redemption 2001 Recorded May 4, 2001, as Document within six (6) months from the date No. 315736. And thereafter assigned to: of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, personal representatives or assigns unless Inc. Dated November 3, 2001 Recorded reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat.

November 19, 2001, as Document No. §580.07.

319687.

And thereafter assigned to: CitiMortgage, Inc. Dated January 23, TIME AND DATE TO VACATE 2006 Recorded January 26, 2006, as PROPERTY: If the real estate is an ownerDocument No. 350924. And thereafter occupied, single-family dwelling, unless assigned to: Green Tree Servicing LLC. otherwise provided by law, the date on Dated September 10, 2014 Recorded or before which the mortgagor(s) must September 11, 2014, as Document No. vacate the property if the mortgage is not 400724. reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on October 30, 2015 TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE unless that date falls on a weekend or IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON legal holiday, in which case it is the MORTGAGE: NONE next weekday, and unless the redemption LENDER OR BROKER AND period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

MORTGAGE: Mountain Pacific Mortgage Company MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON Green Tree Servicing LLC MORTGAGE:None MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR 21205 280th Street, Fountain, MN 55935, REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, f/k/a Rural Route #1, Box 11, Fountain, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL MN 55935 REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 31.0303.010 BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER Exhibit A. Legal Description MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION That part of the Southwest Quarter 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER of the Southwest Quarter of Section 36.

THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED Township 104 North, Range 12 West, PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN follows: FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED Beginning at the southwest corner of IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest ARE ABANDONED.” Quarter; thence on an assumed bearing of North 01’30’57” West along the west Dated: February 17, 2015 line of said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter 447.12 feet, thence Green Tree Servicing LLC North 89’45’26 East 759.92 feet; thence Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee South 00’41’18 East 439.00 feet to the south line of said Southwest Quarter of USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, the Southwest Quarter; thence South P.L.L.P. 89’08’52” West along said south line Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of 753.45 feet to point of beginning; Mortgagee containing 7.70 acres.

4500 Park Glen Road #300 Subject to a road easement on the Minneapolis, MN 55416 south line and any other easements of (952) 925-6888 record.

8 - 14-008603 FC COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A LOCATED: Fillmore DEBT COLLECTOR. ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF Publish 9,16,23,30,6,13 MORTGAGE: $110,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

SUMNER TOWNSHIP ACCEPTING QUOTES The Sumner Township Board will accept quotes for patrolling and snowplowing with equipment of at least 140 horsepower for the coming year that runs from May 1, 2015 through April 30, 2016.

The Board requires a truck capable of spreading rock on icy roads and a loader available for loading rock. A certificate of insurance must accompany all bids with a minimum of one million dollars in coverage.

Quotes are also being accepted for class 2 aggregate that meets state specifications by the ton only with charges verified by weight tickets, with and without delivery rates, with delivery and spreading to be started no later than June 1, 2015 and completed by June 20, 2016. A certificate of insurance must accompany all quotes with a minimum of one million dollars in coverage.

Quotes must be in an envelope marked “Quote Enclosed” and be in the hands of the Clerk by 6:00 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2015 or can be delivered to the Township Supervisors on April 27, 2015 meeting at 7:30 pm at the Town Hall.

Quotes will be discussed at the April meeting, the Board reserves the right to negotiate, accept or reject any or all quotes.

Melinda Groth, Clerk 30367 Co Rd 11 Houston, MN 55943 Publish 13,20

City of Lanesboro rock bids The City of Lanesboro will be accepting bids for Road Rock. Bids are to be received at the City Office by 3:00pm Monday April 27th, 2015. The following is to meet State specs 1 ½ with fines and 2” with fines. To be deliver within the City of Lanesboro or picked up at Quarry. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Andy Drake, Street Supt.

Publish 30,6,13 Important Information Regarding Assessment and Classification of Property. This may affect your 2016 property taxes Notice is hereby given that the Board of appeal and Equalization for Yucatan Township shall meet on April 21, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. at the Yucatan Town Hall. 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.

If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you are still not satisfied with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board shall review the valuation, classification, or both if necessary, and shall correct it as needed.

Generally, an appearance before your local board of appeal and equalization is required by law before an appeal can be taken to the County Board of Appeal and Equalization.

Yucatan Township Clerk Deborah Dewey Publish 13

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PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

State of minnesota county of fillmore third judicial district DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-15-230 In Re: Estate of JAMES EDWARD OBER, a/k/a JAMES E. OBER, Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated March 3, 2014. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Carole Gunderson, whose address is 15815 304th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975, to serve as the personal representatives of the decedent’s estate.

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

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

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the 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 30, 2015 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar /s/ James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Applicant Steven Corson Atty. #18995 CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW POBox 65 Preston, MN 55965 PHONE: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 info@corsonlaw.com Publish 6,13

State of minnesota county of fillmore third judicial district DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-15-242 In Re: Estate of KENNETH WENDELL STENDER, a/k/a KENNETH W. STENDER, and KENNETH STENDER Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated August 16, 2001. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Jana Michelle Stender aka Jana Michele Stender, whose address is 10545 Mount Curve Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55347 and Pamela Jean Landgrebe, whose address is 305 E. Church St., Spring Valley, Minnesota 55975, to serve as the personal representatives of the decedent’s estate.

Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representatives. 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 representatives have the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent.

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

Dated: March 31, 2015 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar /s/ James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Applicant Jennifer A. Gumbel Springer & Gumbel, P.A. 141 West Fillmore St. P.O. Box 469 Preston, MN 55965 Attorney License No: 387724 Telephone: (507) 765-3600 FAX: (507) 765-3629 Publish 13,20

State of minnesota county of fillmore third judicial district DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-15-157 In Re: Estate of KATHRYN FAYE LUCAS Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated January 20,2012. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed David W. Lucas, whose address is 7203 Voyager Ct NW, Rochester, Minnesota 55901, 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 representative. Any objection to the appointment ofthe personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection.

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

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the 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 orthe claims will be barred.

Dated: March 31, 2015 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar /s/ James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Applicant Jennifer A. Gumbel Springer & Gumbel, P.A. 141 West Fillmore St. P.O. Box 469 Preston, MN 55965 Attorney License No: 387724 Telephone: (507) 765-3600 FAX: (507) 765-3629 Publish 13,20

Minnesota Secretary of State Amendment to Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: little farm on the hill 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 36405 ember drive lanesboro, mn 55949 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. blake h. lauritsen-norby 36405 ember drive lanesboro, mn 55949 caleb p. lauritsen-norby 36405 ember drive lanesboro, mn 55949 4. This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name File Number: 819741900028 originally filed on march 27, 2015.

5. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

Dated: March 27, 2015 /s/ Blake H. Norby Publish 6,13 Norway township crushed rock quotes Norway Township is accepting quotes for crushed rock to be delivered and spread on Norway Township roads. Also include a quote for crushed rock loaded on township truck at quarry, and a quote for ice rock. Quotes are due by April 21 at 7pm at the Norway Townhall, 40005 County RD 10, Rushford, MN 55971.

Include proof of insurance.

Walter Laumb Norway Township Clerk Publish 13,20

houston township notice Notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the Township of Houston in Houston County, Minnesota, will meet at the Houston Township Hall, 601 East Cedar Street, Houston, MN at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, the 21st day of April, 2015.

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. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you are still not satisfied with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The Board shall review the valuation, classification, or both if necessary, and shall correct it as needed. Generally, an appearance before your local board of Appeal and Equalization is required by law before an appeal can be taken to the county board of appeal equalization.

A representative of the Houston County Assessor’s office will be present to present information about the assessment process in the county and to answer questions about the process.

Christine K. Rischette, Clerk Publish 13, 20 ARENDAHL TOWNSHIP ROCK QUOTES The Arendahl Township Board will accept quotes on crushed rock which meets state specifications. Quotes are to be on a per yard basis, also for rock to be picked up at the quarry by the Township. Certificate of Insurance must accompany all quotes. Quotes are to be sent or delivered to the Township Clerk on or before 7:00 pm, April 14, 2015. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes.

Keith Brown 32060 Furrow Road Lanesboro, MN 55949 Publish 6,13

State of minnesota county of fillmore third judicial district DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23PR-15-210 Estate of Leslie G. Glenna, Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will, dated January 13, 1992, (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted.

Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Michael S. Glenna, whose address is 13570 Evergreen Lane N. Dayton, MN 55327, as personal represenative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minn.

Stat. 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.

Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minn.

Stat. 524.3*801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: March 27, 2015 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar /s/ James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Applicant Chris E Royal Sapientia Law Group, PLLC 120 South Sixth Street Suite 100 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Attorney License No: 0313154 Telephone: (612) 756/7113 FAX: (612) 756-7101 Email: chrisr@sapientialaw.com Publish 13, 20

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AUCTION CALENDAR Second Monday Nov. - April - Gehling Auction Hay and Straw Sale. Hay sales will be held at 12:00 noon. For more info call Don Ward at 507-743-2250 or Gehling Auction Company at 507-765-2131. Listing in the Journal.

Mon., Apr. 13 at Noon- Gehling Auction Hay and Straw Sale. Hay sales will be held at 12:00 noon. For more info call Don Ward at 507-743-2250 or Gehling Auction Company at 507-765-2132. Listing in the Journal.

Sat., Apr. 18 at 9am- Retirement Auction.

40646 Chestnut Rd., Lanesboro, MN 55949 Notice in the Journal.

Sun., Apr. 19 at 9am - Antique, Tool, Household Auction. Sale held at Spring Valley Sales Auction Bldg, 412 East Park St., Spring Valley, MN. For more information contact Spring Valley Sales at www.springvalleysales.com or 507-346-2183.

Notice in the Journal.

Sun., Apr. 19 at noon - Equipment-Hobby Farm/construction/landscaping. Auction 7673 Valleyhigh Rd NW Byron, MN.. For more information contact Eric Grover at 507-2598438 or Fran Grover at 507-951-3746. Listing in the Journal.

To list your Auction 507-765-2151

schroeder drywall ReSidential - CommeRCial

Drywall Hanging • taping • texturing Rusty Schroeder “Free estimates” 507-765-3648

TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, Inc. 507-886-4600

70 4th Street NW • Harmony MN

ironsidetrailersales.net 1 block West of Kwik Trip next to Solberg Welding

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services

services Kristin’s Sunshine Child Care has openings for ages 1-8. Licensed. Food Program. Large fully-fenced backyard.

Rushford 5 miles from I-90 on Sievers Dr. 507-450-1082. h6,13,20,27-0

Randy Haakenson • Commercial • Residential • Agricultural 326 Parkside Dr. SE Res 507-765-2297 Preston, MN 55965 Cell 507-251-5535

Shapmaiiraha’nSdWdeelSding

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

Same day service. Used cars for sale.

Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford. 507-8647440 or 507-459-1504. v11tfn- o

11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954 Craig Henry Shop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573

CALL FOR ALL YOUR REPAIR NEEDS!

Shamiah Womeldorf, Rural Lanesboro

FOR RENT

TNT Lawn Service

Apt. for rent in Mabel. 2 bedroom, dishwasher, garages, A/C. 507-493-5252. r30,6,13,20,27-o

Make arrangeMentS now For your Snow Care

• Mowing • StuMp grinding • Fall Clean-up • Snow plowing • iCe ManageMent

• aerating • power BrooMing • inSured • light BaCkhoe work Call: 507-268-4977 or Cellphone: 507-429-6755

(Free eStiMateS)

We are pleased to announce we now sell & service Boss & Snowdogg Snow Plows.

We have a selection of new and used trailers and we are an authorized dealer for Wilson, Kiefer Industrial, Road King, Alum Line, and Pacesetter trailers. We also provide service work when your trailer needs a tune up.

See us for all your trailer sale and service needs!

The creamery in rushford: Cooks, waitresses, dishwashers, days and nights. Seeking applicants now. Stop in or call 507-864-7214. h6, 13- o Special education paraprofessional needed at Root River Day Treatment Program, Harmony, MN. 6.75 hours/ school day. Application available online at FC website www.fillmorecentral.k12. mn.us or any school office. Send completed application to: Michelle Breitsprecher, Director of Special Education, Fillmore Central Schools, PO Box 599, Harmony, MN 55939. Position open until filled. h13- o Brumm’s plumbing and Heating, LLC has a full-time position available.

HVAC/plumbing experience a plus but not required. 507-493-5507. h13, 20- o

ign re Portable Welding Custom round bailing

Call Shamiah!

507-951-1698

EMPLOYMENT

Rushford Dental Clinic is looking for a temporary registered hygienist to work one day per week, May through August. Please call 507-864-7773. h13, 20- o

EMPLOYMENT Old Barn Resort & Rivers’ Bend Golf Course is hiring the following positions: Part-time Bartender and/or Wait Staff – must be 18. Part-time or Fulltime Janitors/Cleaners. Part-time or Full-time Cook/Fry Cook – must be 18. Pick up application between 10a-8p.

Competitive pay and free golf! Email: oldbarninfo@acegroup.cc. Phone: 507467-2512. Address: 24461 Heron Road, Preston, MN 55965. h13- o On The Crunchy Side, is hiring kitchen staff & servers, flexible hrs –will train. Ask for Lisa or Miles, apply within. h13, 20, 27, 4- o Eagle Bluff ELC in Lanesboro has immediate opening for part-time cook with full-time opportunities. Day-today duties include: prepping, cooking, baking, serving, cleaning and more in our fast-paced, well-equipped kitchen and dining room. Our foodservice team has opportunities to develop and test new recipes and ideas. Foodservice experience preferred but willing to train candidate with promising qualifications.

Compensation dependent on experience and skills. Flexible hours. E-mail letter of interest and questions to foodservice@ eagle-bluff.org or call Sara Mc at 507467-2437. h6,13,20-o

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

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

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

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

Spring Valley & Rushford

Looking for a

HELP WANTED

fun summer job?

Hidden Bluffs Resort is hiring for new Activities Coordinators, Front Desk Staff, & FullTime Housekeeping.

We are looking for detail oriented, reliable, and customer friendly people to join our team.

Looking foR: Energetic, hard working, & dedicated employees.

ALL sHifTs AvAiLAbLE.

MusT bE AbLE To Work WEEkENDs

We are located between Mabel and Spring Grove, MN.

Apply online or in store at the Spring Valley & Rushford Locations

Please call for more details!

HELP WANTED: ContaCt renee: at 507-498-5881

Full-time Flooring Installer

Wanted

FOR RENT

Full-time flooring installer wanted. experience preferred but willing to train the right person.

Salary based on experience.

Call Bryan at 507-273-8644 or stop into torgerson-Ostby Floor Coverings & Stone, Inc. in Harmony, Mn for an application.

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

Are yOu AT LeAST 55 yeArS Or BeTTer, hAnDiCAppeD Or DiSABLeD? Owned by Dennis Solberg of Solberg Welding 507-886-4602

This week’s Sudoku answer is located on page 38.

Lakewood Apartments located in beautiful downtown Chatfield, Mn

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

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

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

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

For rent Office space for rent in downtown Preston. Beautiful view, conference room, lunch room and bathroom facilities. Spacious with 470 square feet. $385/mo.

Call 507-251-5297 for details.

Torgerson -Ostby Coverings & stone, inC.

70 Main Ave N Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-4257

GuNdeRseN HARMoNy CARe CeNTeR Where old friends become reacquainted and new friendships are found!

RN/LPN/TMA

Full-time or part-time, day/evening positionevery other weekend-

new graduates welcome!

Contact: Ruth Furan,DON (507) 886-6544 Ext:104

Benefits possible for full-time staffpaid time off, flex plan, insurance, pension plan, career laddering.

GuNdeRseN HARMoNy CARe CeNTeR 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939

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EMPLOYMENT

Lanesboro Golf Course is looking for outside help involving mowing and trimming. Must be 18 or older.

Call 507-273-7818 or 507-467-3742. h6,13,20,27-o

MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance! Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! www.

HomeProfitsBiz45.com (MCN)

Transportation Director/ Mechanic at the Lanesboro Public School. Full-time, 12 month position. Requires a Minnesota Bus Drivers License. Please send letter of application and resume to: Lanesboro Public School, 100 Kirkwood St. E., Lanesboro, MN 55949. Applications close April 27, 2015. h6,13,20-o

OSTRANDER CARE & REHAB is accepting applications for full-time, parttime or on-call RN’s, LPN’s, and CNA’s.

All shifts available. Please apply at 305 Minnesota Street, Ostrander, MN, 55961 Attn: DON, or visit our website for an application www.careandrehab.org.

Come join our family. EOE h23,30,6,13o

RAILROAD VEGETATION CONTROL: Full-time traveling opportunity, 60-80 hours/week, $11-$15/hour, meal allowance, paid lodging & benefit package. RAW, Inc. in Cooperstown, ND – 888/700-0292 | www.rawapplicators. com | info@rawapplicators.com (MCAN)

Drivers CDL-A: Co-$2500 Sign-On, Excellent Pay Package & Outstanding Benefits! OOp’s-$4000 Sign-On + 76% of line haul! 855-252-1634 h6,13-x

ATTN: COMPUTER WORK Work from anywhere 24/7. Up to $1,500 part time to $7,500/mo. full time. Training provided www.WorkServices6.com (MCAN)

CHS has a full time opening for a CDL Driver / Applicator at the Grand Meadow location. Potential employees must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined, must have a Class A or B CDL and be able to obtain a HazMat and tanker endorsement. CHS offers competitive pay, health insurance, and a retirement plan. If you have questions about the position, contact Mike at 507-754-5125. EOE. h23,30,6,13-o

MEDICAL BILLING TRAINEES Needed. Train at home to process medical billing & insurance claims! No experience needed! Online training at Bryan University! HS diploma/GED & computer/Internet needed. 877/259-3880 (MCAN) LINSMEIER TRUCKING A MN based company is now hiring Company Drivers & Owner/Operators to pull hopper bottom in the upper Midwest. Home weekends.

Call 320/382-6644 (MCAN)

$2500 Sign-On BOnuS

RNs & LPNs

New Graduates & Retirees Encouraged to Apply

Chosen Valley Care Center has an exciting opportunity for RNs and LPNs to join our team. We have full-time, part-time, and on-call in-house pool positions available at this time. We offer 12 hour shifts, every 3rd weekend, and every 3rd holiday. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits.

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

• Health Partners Dental Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • 401K Matching Retirement Plan • Generous, Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC Please send an application or resume to Attn: Director of Nursing, Chosen Valley Care Center, 1102 Liberty St. SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or e-mail cm2@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com (EOE/AA)

SOFTWARE ENGINEERS Programmers with C+, .NET or C# experience or training. High pay scale. Aatrix Software, Inc. A rapidly growing eFile provider bruces@aatrix.com (MCAN) NEED CLASS A CDL TRAINING? Start a career in trucking today! Swift Academies offer PTDI certified courses and offer “best-in-class” training. New academy classes weekly. No money down or credit check. Certified mentors ready and available. Paid (while training with mentor). Regional and dedicated opportunities. Great career path. Excellent benefits package. Please call: 866/9758141 (MCAN)

CLASS A CDL Regional Driver. Good home time. Great pay and benefits.

Matching 401K. Bonuses and tax free money. No touch freight. Experience needed. Call Scott 507-437-9905. Apply online www.mcfgtl.com (MCN) NOW HIRING WELDERS. Come work for a growing Minnesota company.

Benefits and competitive pay. Go to www.felling.com, click on employment link and email the link. Felling Trailers (MCN) PAID IN ADVANCE! MAKE $1000 A WEEK mailing brochures from home!

Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start Immediately! www. localmailers.net (VOID IN SD, WI) (MCN)

NURSING ASSISTANTS

Full-Time, Part-Time & On-Call $750 Sign-On Bonus

Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for individuals who are compassionate, energetic, hardworking and reliable to join our health care team. We currently have full-time and part-time positions available. We are willing to train the right applicant. We offer excellent benefits to employees working full-time.

•Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% coverage on preventative care •Health Partners Dental Plan •Life & Accidental Death and Disability •Generous, Flexible PTO •401K Matching Retirement Plan •Tuition Reimbursement •Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC Applications should be forwarded to: Chosen Valley Care Center, Attn: Director of Nursing, 1102 Liberty St. SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com (EOE/AA)

EMPLOYMENT

Green Lea senior LivinG is LookinG for speciaL peopLe who want to make a difference. must be caring, compassionate, and a team player.

part-time rn/Lpn Bonus Pay on weekends and shift differential.

Contact Joyce or Suzy or stop by for an application.

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

Green Lea senior Living

E.O.E.

NOW HIRING Company OTR drivers. $2,000 sign on bonus, flexible home time, extensive benefits. Call now! Hibb’s & Co. 763/389-0610 (MCAN)

115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 …because the journey matters

Social Worker Part-Time

Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, MN is looking for a Parttime Licensed Social Worker to join our team. We are seeking a team member to deliver high quality care and services to the people we serve. Chosen Valley Care Center enjoys a solid reputation of care and services in a supportive working environment. The Licensed Social Worker is responsible for assuring medically related emotional and social needs of the residents are being met and maintained. MDS experience is preferred.

Applications/resumes will be accepted until position is filled. Applications/ resumes can be mailed to Director of Clinical and Resident Services, Chosen Valley Care Center, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or email: don@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com or you can download and application at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community

EMPLOYMENT

(EOE/AA)

Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS

Preston, MN

ResideNtiAl suPPoRt stAff PositioNs AvAilAble Preston, Harmony, and Peterson: Part-time & full-time PeRsoNAl suPPoRt stAff PositioN:

Afternoon/evenings

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

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EOE

Providing services for people with developmental disabilities for 30+ years!

has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals

housekeeping/Laundry aide • Full-Time Days cook • Part-Time Days (every other weekend/holiday) nursing assistant • Part-Time Evenings night Shift nurse • Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Kelly at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community

Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS

has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals

nursing assistant Full-Time Evening Shift

$1000 SiGn-on BonuS • Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Kelly at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider

HelP WANTeD

nurse Full Time Night Shift

$ Seasonal Agronomy HelpSign 1,000

NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR Part-Time Seasonal positions at our Plainview, St Charles & Stewartville agronomy locations.

Available positions include: Truck Drivers – CDL Required Skid Loader/Forklift Operator Loading Dock/Yard Work Assistant All positions must be willing to work long hours as weather and work load dictates.

Serious inquiries only.

Email résumés and applications to Scott Schwanke, Plainview schwanke@allamericancoop.com Brian Orth, St Charles orth@allamericancoop.com Matt Thoreson, Stewartville thoreson@allamericancoop.com OR Apply in person at your local Progressive Ag Center location in Plainview, St Charles or Stewartville.

For complete job descriptions go to www.allamericancoop.com

On Bonus

KiNgsley MeRCANTile iNC. OF HARMONy, MN is lOOKiNg FOR A CAReeR eMPlOyee TO WORK iN THe HVAC AND PlUMBiNg FielDs. WilliNg TO TRAiN PROPeR APPliCANT.

COME JOIN OUR GROWING COMPANY.

WE OFFER

• COMPETITIVE WAGES • PAID VACATION AND HOLIDAYS • 401K • GREAT WORKING ENVIRONMENT

IN TURN APPLICANT MUST BE HONEST, CLEAN, HARDWORKING, AND ABLE TO WORK WELL WITH OTHERS. PLEASE STOP IN AT KINGSLEY MERCANTILE FOR AN APPLICATION.

KiNgsley Mercantile inc.

2 Main Ave N. Harmony, MN 55939 507-886-2323

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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

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

812 S. Broadway, Spring Valley $89,900

601 lyndale aVe, Spring Valley $105,000

Beautiful stucco 1 1/4 story home. Hardwood floors, arched doorways, bay window, French Doors, newer neutral carpet, 2 full baths & 3 bedrooms. Knock down ceilings, 2 decks and updated electrical. Great location in established neighborhood. You’ll love the oversized 2 car garage that is insulated and has electricity to it & blacktop drive. The extra large lot allows for a nice back yard.

Location! Location! Very well cared for ranch style home with updated oak cupboards in the kitchen, updated oak trim, new carpet in lower level family room, hardwood floors, 2 car attached garage and fenced back yard.

Updated interior color scheme, neutral flooring and close to school, clinic, grocery store, banks & gas station.

627 n. Section, Spring Valley $107, 900

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Cute ‘’Cape Cod’’ style home. Updates include newer shingles, cement drive, electrical updates to house, garage & storage shed, laminate floors, & updated paint colors. Hardwood floors throughout main level in excellent condition. Upper level includes bedroom & sitting room area. Garage has new door, insulated & electrical. Lower level ready for your finishing touches. 3 bdrms & 1 full bath!

Ranch Style home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, lower level family room with “Franklin” gas stove for warm cozy heat, 3/4 bath with walk in shower and separate laundry area. Many windows have been replaced.

Eat in kitchen with breakfast bar and bay window.

Hardwood floors and full bath on main level. The garage is an oversized 2 car which is finished with workbench. Excellent location and priced to sell!

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

Expansive views to enjoy from sunrise to sunset! Vaulted living room with hardwood floors & fireplace. LL walk out, family room, office & wine cellar. Heated garage plus shed & storage building. 2 +/- acres with private walking path.

EASY TO KEEP, JUST ENJOY!! 3 bdrm twinhome, with bright and spacious open floor plan. Master bdrm with w/i closet, plenty of room for guest and office space.

Att. garage, plus storage room. $110,000

100 Coffee St., LANESBORO Super location, updated building, priced to sell.

CALL Today!!

Only $58,900

Centrally located Brick building has been beautifully redone. Original tin ceiling and wood floors.

Doors, windows, CA, wiring, and lighting, roof all updated.

23535 341st Ave., LANESBORO

20489 Mayapple Lane, PREStON

415 Fillmore St. W, PREStON

130 4th Ave. SE, HARMONy

15 3rd St. SE, HARMONy

SOLD

PENDIN

3 bedrooms • 2 baths • douglas Fir floors • archways • Open living and dining room • d/o • 2 car garage • Enclosed porch • Block exterior

$129,900 320 ave. b ne, chatField 4 bedrooms • 2 baths • Main floor master • Main floor laundry • New flooring • New windows • Vinyl siding • Fenced yard • Storage shed • patio • Garage $139,900

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$104,900

704 kenilworth ave, laneSboro

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• New flooring • Main floor laundry • Master bath • W/in closet • Security system • Covered deck $229,900 920 grand St. Se, chatField

509 park St. Se., chatField

1 level ranch (appro 3600 sq ft) 5 bedrooms • 2 baths • Open floor plan • ideal for entertaining • Handicapped ranch home • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Steel siding • large private access • Formal living • dining room • Sun room •Family fenced yard • 2 decks • Walk-out • 2 storage sheds • New roof • room • Kitchen island • rec room • Fireplace w/brick New sewer line • Newer furnace • updated electrical box and built-in bookshelves • 2-car heated garage • 1 car detached garage • 6/10 acre • Hot tub $194,500 107 Spruce St. Se, $379,900

Fountain

Newer home • 3 baths • 4 bedroom• Wood floors • Master bath • 6-panel doors • Heated 3 car garage • large deck • large bedroom • Vaulted ceilings • Kitchen nook & bar • Maintenance free siding • dead end street • Backs up to the park

$139,900

32337 Juniper rd., chatField

6.22 acres • 7 bedrooms • 3 baths • 4800 Sq.ft • 2 family rooms • rec room • Fireplace • living room • Formal dining room • large deck • large private patio • 2 laundry rooms • Master bath • W/in closet • 4 car garage • Heated shop • Great location 18 3rd St. Sw, eyota

107 Zenith St., laneSboro

2.7 acres • City limits • private • Wooded • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Vinyl siding • W/o lower level • Gorgeous setting

$86,900

1 level living • Open kitchen & dining area • Main floor laundry • 2 car garage

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22735 Hickory Rd., LANESBORO

SOLD

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$149,900

SOLD!

2110 peterSen dr nw, Stewartville

200 hillSide ave., laneSboro

152 pearSon dr., St. charleS

11.69 acres. 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with many updates. Original wood floors, high ceilings and nice detail. Outbuildings include 45 x24 hay hay shed, 48 x 32 pole shed, wood shed, and fenced pasture. New well 2014.

the leAder In the reAl eStAte InduStry!

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Affordable & Enjoyable! Move in condition! 2 bedroom home with many updates. Partially finished basement includes family room and den. Att insulated 2 car garage plus det garage.

Wrap around deck & yard space. $74,900

IDEAL LOCATION

401 Hillcrest St. E, LANESBORO

on US Hwy 52 and Main Ave N Harmony.

This property offers great visibility for your business. Call for showing! $49,900

Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com

10.39 Acres Move in ready 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home.

Open floor plan, hardwood floors.

Finished basement. 32 x 60 shed.

Barn with 4 box stalls, electric & water. $249,900

Affordable 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on a corner lot! Main floor bedroom and laundry. 3 bedrooms and bath on second floor. 3 car detached garage. New roof and siding in 2013!

Whether you are looking for a get-a-way or a permanent stay, this property has many advantages! 3 bedrm 2 bath, vaulted ceilings, 2 car att garage, and the ability to have it your way!

SOLD

1015 Ridge Rd. S, PREStON

A Great 102 W Hwy 52, CANtON Read!

Spacious 1 1/2 story 4 bedroom home. Roof, windows, furnace & C/A 2011. Main floor bathroom & bedrooms. Upstairs has 2 large bedrooms with large closets, plus generous sitting area. 2 car det garage. $99,900

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235 Center St. E, HARMONy

140 1st Ave. SE, HARMONy

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Park-like back yard on over an acre of land. Upper Iowa River runs along the boundary of this property.

Great landscaping and fenced back yard. The garage is heated & insulated. Lower level has been completely redone w/huge family room, 3/4 bath, an abundance of storage w/shelves & workshop area.

Newer roof, maintenance free deck & porch, and back yard storage shed. Country living in town!

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

Select Properties 241 2nd Ave. SE, SPRING GROvE

GREAt OPPORtUNIty:

730 lowell St., LeRoy • $134,900

107 caBot e, LeRoy • $89,900

1120 Matthew St. SW, PREStON

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705 Ford aVe., Spring Valley $94,900

Charming Cape Cod Style 3 bdrm home.

Numerous updates including new roof on house & garage 2012, updated windows, vinyl siding, Brazilian cherry floors, hardwood floors, wood fireplace, formal dining, updated kitchen with newer appliances and unfinished basement waiting your finishing touches!

Located on large 1/2 acre lot near school.

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

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

NEW

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townhouse • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • 2 car

2 acres in city limits • 4 large bedrooms • 3 baths • Sauna garage • Wood floors, fireplace • Open floor plan • deck • Main floor laundry • Formal living and dining • Open floor plan • Wood floors • large family room • rec room • Wet $129,900 bar • updated kitchen • Walk-out • deck • patio • Covered 208 aShburn porch • 25x52 shop w/heat and air • 12x52 building • St., laneSboro 14x20 garden shed w/cement floor • 2+ heated attached garage • New roof, furnace, air and water heater • Mature (inveStMent rental trees • Wildlife • Great views • private or perManent hoMe)

$93,900

920 Main St., chatField

4 bedrooms • New roof • Newer plumbing • updated electrical • New kitchen cabinets and counters • Main floor laundry • 2 car garage • deck

$102,500

308 cedar St., Fountain

large ranch • 3 bedrooms on main floor • Main floor laundry • large yard • Wood floors • New windows

SOLD!

Minnesota For 26 yeArS

19405 State highway 80, wykoFF

$99,500

403 hillcreSt St. e, laneSboro

townhouse • Maintenancefree living • ideal for weekend getaway • Sun porch • 2 car attached garage • deer in backyard

2.5 acres • Blacktop road • 4 bedrooms on main floor • Main floor laundry • remodeled kitchen • New carpet • Freshly painted • lower level is sheetrocked for family room and 2 dens • 720 sq ft garage • Enclosed breezeway • large deck

SOLD!

$318,000 101 weSt view dr., laneSboro

$225,000

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$159,900

2-plex, could be a 3-plex • 4 bedrooms, Could have 6 • 3 baths • Completely remodeled • New roof, siding, windows • Furnace and c/a • 2 furnaces • 2 c/a • 2 laundry units • 1152 sq ft garage with 1/2 bath, shop and walk-up attic • View of bluffs

43764 State hwy 44, Mabel

8.97 acre Hobby Farm • 3+Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • remodeled Kitchen •island Bar • living room • Family room • d/O • Steel Siding • deck • 24x40 Garage/ Shop • Heated Shop • Garden Shed • Horse/Cattle Barn •tillable • pasture • apple trees and plum trees • Black top roads • Edge of City limits

LOTS FOR SALE - MABEL 1) 3.82 acre lot with woods, creek, w/o, great views of Nolan Valley. ideal for cabin or permanent home with privacy, scenery, and wildlife. $54,900 2) 3.96 acre lot with woods, creek, w/o, great views of Nolan Valley. ideal for cabin or permanent home with privacy, scenery, and wildlife. $56,900

2 acres • 5 bedrooms • 4 baths • Backs up to woods • Master bath • 2 w/in closets • living room w/fireplace • Formal dining room • large family room • Open kitchen and dining area • Covered deck • W/out to patio • 2 car attached garage • 2 car heated detached garage • Finished loft area $139,900

SOLD!

114 7th St. Sw, chatField

3 bedrooms on same floor • 2 baths • Wood floors • Main floor laundry/mudroom • Fireplace • Bar • 3-season porch • large fenced yard • Storage shed

SOLD!

$146,500

705 auburn ave, laneSboro

large ranch • 4 bedrooms • 2 baths • Open floor plan • remodeled lower level • W/out • Heated garage • Storage shed • Vinyl siding New

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$79,900

409 Main St. Sw, preSton

Close to state bike trail • ideal for weekend getaway • Main floor laundry • New flooring • New appliances • Newer furnace • Newer roof • Heated garage w/bar area • 3 car garage

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RUSHFORD 44493 Oakview Loop $229,900

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RUSHFORD 522 Eiken Dr $174,900

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4 BR, 2 BA Heated Garage w/10’ Door

4 BR, 2 BA, 4 Car Garage Large Lot 150 x 200

PETERSON 156 Park St $139,700

RUSHFORD 207 E Park St $69,900

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BUILDABLE LOT LEWISTON 145 Fremont St $29,900

WINONA 27000 Fawn Rd $175,000

CASH for sealed, unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS or STOP SMOKING PRODUCTS! Make money and help others! Top prices, free shipping, 24 hr payments and friendly service! Call 1-888-440-4001 or TestStripSearch.com (MCN) WANTED; Farms, Cropland, Hunting Land. Wisconsin Minnesota Real Estate.

Call now to get it sold 715-301-0203, or 411farm@gmail.com. w3tfn-o

13 AcRes

Wanted: Cars, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn-o

Hobby Farm Home, Other Bldgs, Pasture, Pond

LOT 66 x 208 w/ Garage 24 x 28 Zoned for Residential Home

Single or Multi Family

SOMEONE to do serious spring housecleaning. Harmony. 507-886-6971. w13- x

4 BR, 4 BA - Garage 840 sq ft Family Home with Apartments

2 BR, 4 BA Steel Bldg 52 x 64

A LOVING, hands-on childless couple seeks to adopt. Warm, laughter-filled home. Financial security. Expenses Paid.

Judi & Jamie at 1-888-492-6077 (MCN)

WANTED

3 BR, 2 BA, 2 - 2 Car Garages Large Corner Lot

4 AcRes

HOTELS FOR HEROS - To Find Out More About How You Can Help Our Service Members, Veterans and Their Families in Their Time of Need, Visit the Fisher House Website at www. fisherhouse.org (MCN)

MABEL (NEWBURG) 14615 421st Ave NeW $69,900 stiNG li 2 BR, 3 BA

2.5 Acres - 4 BR, 3 BA Ranch Home in Country Subdivision

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RV, SPORT, REC & GUN CONSIGNMENT SALE. SAT., MAY 2, 2015 at 9:00 A.M. Please get gun permits to buy, prior to sale. Consign early by Apr. 17, 2015 for complete advertising. Gilbert’s Sale Yard, LLC, 641-398-2218. 2 Mi. N. of Floyd, IA on Hwy. 218. Tractor House Internet Bidding Available. www.gilbertsaleyard. com (MCN)

Get Fast, Private STD TESTING. Results in 3 DAYS! Now accepting insurance.

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apr 17th, 18th & 19th.….......7:30pm Rated PG-13 • Run Time: 2 hours Bring your own Bucket for popcorn everyday & save! www.jemmovies.com • 507-886-7469

FOR SALE BILL’S GUN SHOP. Buy, sell, trade, and repair. We are your local MUCK BOOT dealer. Hours: 7pm-10pm M-F, Saturday 8am-5pm, Sunday by appointment. 1 1/4 miles south of Carimona, 19708 Kava Rd, Preston. 507-765-2762 s10eow- o NEW 2014 and 2015 Yamaha electric and gas Golf Carts. Also used golf carts. We take trades. Different location in Albert Lea, MUST CALL 507-4382705. We are an authorized Yamaha dealer. MEL’S GOLF CARS. f6,13,20 (network) Babydoll lambs, reg., wht., ram $150, ewe $250. 507-438-1414 s23,30,6,13-o HEAT YOUR ENTIRE HOME water.

EPA Qualified. Call today about limited time, money-saving offers! Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533-4523.

(C125)-tfn STEEL BUILDINGS Must Go! 1-60’x101’, 1-75’x125’, 1-103’x250’.

May Split. Call Today & Save Thousands!!! 800/411-5866 (MCAN) Pianos, Digital Pianos, Rodgers Church Organs - New, Used, Sales & Service - Call DEWEY KRUGER MUSIC, Northwood, Iowa, 800-9335830, deweykrugermusic.com. s13, 20, 27- o Vintage crib, buggy, high chair and playpen. In good condition. Call 507765-2363. Preston, MN. s13- o

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

1-800-852-0010 • www.darrrealty.com • Rushford, MN

We Offer

5.22 ACRES – HORSES WELCOME!

NEW PRICE

620 UNION ST NE , CHATFIELD

$54,900 #4059060

• 2 plus bedroom • Garage • Newer windows • Steel siding • Wood floors • Newer furnace • Updated electric service • Large lot • Close to School • Great starter or investment opportunity

SOLD

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

TIM DANIELSON

416 ORCHARD RIDGE RD NW, CHATFIELD

• 3 Bedrooms • Study • 3 Baths • Walkout • 3,032 sq. ft.

• Open layout • Main floor living • Finished lower level • 2 fireplaces • Plenty of storage • Finished 2 car garage • Quality windows • Upgraded trim • Appliance allowance • Still time to pick out colors, cabinets, trim & flooring!

TOTALLY REMODELED – PRIVATE BACKYARD

QUALITY BUILT TWIN HOME

CATTLE/HORSE/HUNTING

77 ACRE FARM

SOLD

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • New well & septic • Remodeled with tons of improvements • Barn w/lean-to • 2-Garages • Workshop • Fenced pasture • Spring fed creek • Blacktop Road

REAL ESTATE

2005 TOWNHOME WITH FINISHED LOWER LEVEL

NEW TOWNHOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION

$199,900 16268 COUNTY 2, CHATFIELD #4060100

507-273-6928

HOUSE FOR SALE: 103 N. Elm Street, Rushford. 1-1/2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, $60,000. Call Mark at 507421-3012. e13- x

ONliNe & live AuctiONs OWN FOR LESS THAN RENT!

$245,000 360 ORCHARD RIDGE RD NW, CHATFIELD #4060675

• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Walkout • 3 Season porch • Open layout • Sunroom • Paneled doors • Fireplace • Quality built • Master suite • Southern Exposure • Abundance of storage • View • Finished 2 car garage

DOVER-EYOTA OR CHATFIELD SCHOOLS

$349,900 31310 GAELIC ROAD, LANESBORO #4058134

• 4 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Upgraded foundation • New roof • Vinyl siding • Good well & septic • Numerous outbuildings for multipurpose • 2 ponds • Fenced pasture • Excellent hunting

3 MAIN FLOOR BEDROOMS

3 ACRES

501 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD

#4060464

• 2 Bedrooms • 2 baths • 2 Car Garage • 1993 • Main floor living • Finished lower level • Deck • Energy efficient •, Steel siding • Newer roof • Conveniently located • No association dues

NEW PRICE

$102,900

242 SILVER ST S, WYKOFF

NEW PRICE

#4059569

• 2 Bedroom • 2 Bath, Ranch • 0.25 acre lot • 2,022 sq. ft.

• 1961 Ranch • Main floor laundry • Hickory floors • New kitchen & bath with custom cabinets/corian tops • All new windows, doors, trim, flooring, sheetrock • Maintenance free deck • Landscaped yard • Must See!

10512 55TH ST SE, EYOTA

$129,900 #4059306

• 3 Bedroom • Attached garage • Private setting • Steel siding • Deck • 15 minutes to Rochester • Fenced pasture w/creek • Good well & septic (2005) • Pole shed (26’x27’) • Move-in-Condition

NEW LISTING

255 CAROLANN ST NW, EYOTA

$142,900 #4061459

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • 2 Decks • Steel siding • Updated windows • Newer furnace • Fenced yard • Storage shed • Garden area • Wood stove • Even pay: Gas $73/month, Electricity $41/month

SOLD 122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD

LD SO • 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 5,388 sq. ft. • 3 Car garage

FINGERSON & DONAHUE FIRST SUBDIVISION - CHATFIELD

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ONLY 6 LOTS REMAINING • $37,900 - $42,900 • 0.31 acres - 0.51 acres • Covenant Controlled • Close to Elementary School • Close to Golf Course

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CHATFIELD – APPROVED BUILDING SITE (37.01 acres) along a hard surface road only 12 miles Southeast of Rochester. This parcel is heavily wooded and sits high on the hill overlooking the Root River valley. Excellent hunting! #4050564 $189,900 $149,900.

FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 RACINE – Lyman’s Second Subdivision. Located in newer development on cul-de-sac street with city utilities, choice of builder and covenant controlled. Hurry only 3 lots available. Prices starting at $19,900.

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E-mail: homes@timdanielson.com www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 867-9100 Cell: 259-9110

REAL ESTATE

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

DON

Jeff Darr Cell 715-495-6948 jeff@darrauctions.com

harmony Golf Carts

CHATFIELD ORCHARD RIDGE LOTS – BANK OWNED 2 Walkout townhome lots with private backyards. This upscale neighborhood is on a paved dead end road with city utilities. Only $20,000/each.

www.timdanielson.com

385 HARRISON ST, LEWISTON

LD woodwork SO • 3 Bedroom • 2 bath • Original 14625 COUNTY RD 142 SE, DOVER

• 2 Bedrooms •SO 3 BathsLD •, 4,200 sq. ft. • Blacktop

514 PLEASANT ST SW, CHATFIELD

• 4 Bedroom •SO 3 Bath LD • Walkout • 0.88 acre • 1987

508 JEREMIAH ST SE, PRESTON

• 2 BedroomsSO • DenLD • Full basement • Patio

313 TWIFORD ST SW, CHATFIELD

SOLD

• 3+ Bedrooms • 2 Baths, 2 Car Garage • New cabinets

416 GROVE STSO NE , CHATFIELD LD

• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Open Layout • 0.25 acre lot

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FARM

FARM

GARAGE SALES

THANK YOU

1992 Ford Explorer, runs good 123,833 miles. Some rust but still pretty good. Only $1400. Call before 9 a.m. or evenings. Bertram Boyum 507-8642368. a13, 20- x

Hay for sale: 3’x3’x7’ bales.

Mostly alfalfa, some grass, under a roof in Cherry Grove area. $60. Call Phil Hebrink at 507-937-3327. f13, 20, 27, 4- x

LARGE GARAGE sale. Rosie Morey, 112 Main St., Wykoff, MN. April 24, 8- ?, April 25, 8-2 Glassware, kids toys, tools, pictures, CDs and DVD movies, and many more items. g13- o

CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/Trucks Wanted. Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Any Make/ Model. Call For Instant Offer: 1-800871-9134 (MCN)

haybuster #2655 short cut bale shredder, $13,900. #2100 bale shredder, $7,250. h-106 rock picker, $9,700. Call 320-543-3523. f6,13-x

AG E Q UI P M ENT TRANSPORTATION. Need your large equipment transported? Give us a call.

Dealer transfers, auction purchases, tractors, combines, hay/straw, oversize/ overweight, etc. Fully insured PARKER SPECIALIZED, Long Prairie, MN Jason/Josh 320-815-8484 (MCN)

OUR FAMILY would like to thank everone for the their thoughts, prayers, and support at the time of our mother, Gertie Bakkum’s, passing. A special thank you to the entire staff at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home for the wonderful care given to Gertie for the last seven years, and thank you to the Mary Circle for serving lunch after the service.

Ken and Catherine Bakkum and family Marie and Glenn Ingalls and family t13-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANKS TO my family and friends for the prayers, flowers, food, visits, and cards that was given to me after my return from the hospital. It was much appreciated.

Helen Flattum t13- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

CASH FOR CARS: Any Make, Model or Year. We Pay MORE! Running or Not Sell your Car or Truck TODAY Free Towing! Instant Offer: 1-888-420-3805 (MCN) DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800-283-0205 (MCN)

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Attention LANDOWNERS, hunting land wanted to lease. Willing to pay top $$$. Fully insured. Any size parcels.

Will consider renting only part of the property or season if your family hunts.

Great way to help pay taxes! Call or txt Pat @ 612-865-3865. email: pgaffney@ pressenter.com f9,16,23,30,6,13,20,27-x HUNTING LAND WANTED! Earn thousands on your land by leasing the hunting rights. Free evaluation & info packet. Liability coverage included. The experts at Base Camp Leasing have been bringing landowners & hunters together since 1999. Email: info@basecampleasing.com Call: 866-309-1507 BaseCampLeasing.com (MCN)

CORN FARMERS Did you harvest or sell corn between November 1, 2013 and the present? You may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 800/535-5727 (MCAN)

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2010 BUICK Enclave CXL, AWD, (1-Owner), Heated Leather, Quad Seats, New Tires

‘14 BUICK Regal Prem ‘14 CHEVY Impala LTD LT

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CHEVY HD 3/4 ton Reg Cab, 4WD (2) CHEVY Impala LT. 4dr (2) CHEVY Malibu LT (2) CHEVY Traverse, AWD CHEVY Trax LT, AWD

‘14 CHEVY Impala LTD LTZ ‘14 CHEVY Impala LTZ

‘09 CHEVY Impala LTZ, 4dr

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‘14 CHEVY HD 3/4 ton Crew Cab LTZ 4WD “Diesel“ (1- Owner) ‘14 CHEVY Impala 2LT, (New Body Style) Fac Warr ‘14 DODGE Grand Caravan SE, Quads, (1-Owner), 40,000 Miles, Fac Warr ‘13 CHEVY 1/2 Crew Cab LT, 4WD, 25,000 Miles, (1-Owner) Fac Warr ‘13 CHEVY 1/2 ton Crew LTZ, 4WD, Fac Warr, D-White ‘13 CHEVY 1/2 ton Crew Cab LT, 4dr, 4WD, 32,000 Miles, (1 Owner) Fac Warr 2009 CHEVY HHR, 2LT, 81,000 ‘13 CHEVY 1/2 Crew Cab LT, Z-71, 4WD, Miles, Local Trade 40,000 Miles, (1-Owner) ‘13 CHEVY 1/2 Crew Cab LT, 4WD, 28,000 Miles, (1-Owner) Fac Warr ‘12 BUICK LaCrosse CXL, AWD, 29,000 Miles, Fac Warr, (1-Owner) ‘12 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Reg-Cab LS, 4WD, 22,000 Miles, (1-Owner) ‘12 F150 Crew Lariat 25K, 4wd, FacWarr (1-Owner) ‘12 CHEVY Equinox LTZ FWD, (1-Owner) Very Clean!!!

2009 CHEVY Impala LTZ, Heated ‘11 BUICK LaCerne CXL, (1-Owner), Heated 26,000 Miles Leather, Sunroof, New Tires, Remote Start ‘11Leather, BUICK LaCrosse CX, (1-Owner), New Tires, $ 37,000 Miles ‘11 BUICK Enclave CXL, AWD, (1-Owner), 85,000 Miles, New Tires ‘11 CHEVY Malibu 2LT, 52,600 Miles, Local Trade

2009 CHEVY Suburban, LTZ, 4WD 98,000 Miles, Heated Leather, Quads, Remote Start, Local Trade

MINNESOTA HUNTING LAND WANTED Earn thousands on your land by leasing the hunting rights. Free evaluation & info packet. Liability coverage included. The experts at Base Camp Leasing have been bringing landowners & hunters together since 1999.

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‘11 FORD F150 Ext Cag 4x4, 30,000 Miles, Local Trade ‘10 CHEVY Equinox AWD LTZ, 49,000 Miles, New Tires, Sunroof, (1-Owner) ‘10 CHEVY Impala, LTZ, 4dr ‘10 HONDA Civic EX, 4dr, (1-Owner), Sunroof, New Tires, Now Only $10,495 ‘09 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab LTZ, 4WD, 83,000 Miles, Local Trade, New Tires, Now Only $24,995 ‘09 CHEVY Equinox LTZ, AWD, Local Trade, Loaded ‘09 CHEVY Impala LTZ, New Tires, Sunroof, Heated Leather ‘09 CHEVY Malibu 2LT, Heated Seats ‘09 CHEVY Suburban LTZ, 4WD, Loaded, Local Trade ‘09 GMC Acadia SLT, FWD, Heated Leather, Sunroof, New Tires ‘09 PONTIAC Torrent, FWD, 74,000 Miles, Heated Leather, Local Trade ‘09 PONTIAC Vibe, 45,000 Miles, Sunroof, New Tires, (1-Owner) ‘08 CHRYSLER Town & Country Touring Van, Local Trade ‘08 PONTIAC Torrent AWD, Only 59,000 Miles, Leather, Local Trade ‘07 DODGE Charger SXT, V-6, Local Trade, 91,000 Miles ‘06 CHEVY 1/2 Crew LT, Z-71, 73,000, (1-Owner), Heated Leather ‘06 CHRYSLER Pacifica Touring FWD, Local Trade

‘06 FORD 500 SEL, 4dr, V-6, Leather, Local Trade ‘06 MERCURY Grand Marquris LS, 97,000 Miles, Leather, New Tires, Local Trade, Now Only $6,195 ‘05 CHEVY HD 3/4 Crew LT, 4WD, “Diesel”, Leather ‘05 DODGE Magnum, V-6, New Tires, High Miles $3,495 ‘05 FORD F-150 Crew Lariat, 4WD, Leather, 5.4 V-8 ‘03 CHEVY Impala, 4dr, Only $3,495 ‘02 MERCURY Sable GS, 4dr $2,995 ‘00 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Ext-Cab Z-71, 4WD, No Rust, $6,495 ‘98 FORD Taurus, 4dr, $750

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KSMQ public television, VFW Post 1216, American Legions in Mower County and local DAV have partnered together to host an event for area Vietnam veterans, their families, and the community. Directed and produced by Rory Kennedy, Last Days in Vietnam is an Academy Award nominated documentary that features the chaotic final days of the Vietnam War, as the North Vietnamese Army closed in on Saigon.

Last Days in Vietnam will appear on KSMQ public television in May, but veterans, their families and the community are welcomed to be a part of the prescreening event.

Thursday April 30th 5:00 pm: VFW Post 1216 (300 4th Ave NE, Austin) Social Hour for all Vietnam veterans and their families/ guests. Enjoy free food, prizes, and conversations before the screening.

6:30 pm: Last Days in Vietnam will be shown at Paramount Theater, 125 4th Ave NE in Austin.

Why: KSMQ and VFW Post 1216 want to honor all Vietnam veterans, as well as other service men and women who proudly served our country. Come on over for food, drinks, and conversation.

If you are planning on attending the celebration at the VFW Post 1216, we just request that you RSVP to your local VFW chapter, American Legion Chapter, or DAV local chapter

by Friday April 24th so that we have a head count for the food. Spouses and other family are invited as well. *This event is for all Vietnam veterans in our area as well as anyone who would like to watch the documentary.

Bratsburg,

Week of the Young Child

Investing in our future...

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Monday, April 13, 2014

Rushford-Peterson Community Week of the Young Child school children across southBy Tim Penny Education Spring is a busy time for us ern Minnesota. Through this

Rushford-Peterson Community Education offers many opportunities for early childhood aged children and their families. Our Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes are open to birth-5 year olds.

Parents and children attend the themed classes together. Classes meet on Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30 p.m. Again this Spring, we will be taking our ECFE classes to the child care providers/centers in the RushfordPeterson area. The program is called ECFE On the GO! It is a great partnership between the school and the Child Care Providers!

Along with offering classes, ECFE also sponsors events the whole family can attend together, as well as events that highlight and celebrate special family relationships!

This school year, families have already enjoyed Math Wizards, Little Elves’ Workshop (held in Peterson), ECFE Open Gym, and Reading Wizards.

Upcoming Special Events for this spring include the annual Family Spring Fling on May 3 from 1-3 p.m.

R-P Community Education proudly offers the Lille By Preschool program to our community. Three, four, and five year old children attend classes inde-

pendently from their parents.

Lille By (pronounced “Lilla Bee”) is a Norwegian name that means “Little Town.” Our preschool is an inclusive program. Lille By Preschool is currently accepting preschool registrations for the 2015-16 school year! Please contact the Community Education office for more information.

ECFE Special Event information and Lille By Preschool information is included in the ECFE/School Readiness newsletters mailed approximately once a month during the school year to our mailing list.

Events are also advertised on our website at www.r-pschools. com under the “Community Ed” tab on the top of the homepage.

Community Education also offers enrichment classes for all ages. Watch for R-P Community Education’s summer catalog that will include exciting opportunities for youngsters! For more information on any of our early childhood programs, or to be added to our ECFE/School Readiness newsletter mailing list, please contact Emily Johnson, Early Childhood Coordinator, at (507) 864-7786 ext. 1131 or email her at emilyjohnson@rpschools.com.

Be sure to check out all the summer events logging onton our website at www.r-pschools.com or contact the R-P Community Ed office at 507-864-7065!

here at Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), especially in our early childhood program.

We invest in this area to prepare the youngest citizens of our region Tim Penny to be the workers, leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. We invite you to celebrate with us the Week of the Young Child, April 12-18. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Our Youngest Learners”. For more information about the Week of the Young Child, visit http://www. naeyc.org.

Since one of SMIF’s focus areas is early childhood development, here are some ways that we are marking this annual event and celebrating our youngest learners in southern Minnesota.

One unique way we invest in early childhood is by providing free books to organizations through our BookStart grant program. For more than a decade, we have partnered with Capstone, as together we seek to place a book into the hands and homes of pre-

program, we are pleased to offer awardees the option to select from a limited number of board books and bilingual (Spanish and English) books as well as a wide variety of other early childhood books.

Presently, we are also recruiting new AmeriCorps LEAP members for our 2015-2016 year of service. LEAP participants are placed in early learning centers (typically Head Start sites), and they help classroom teachers address the area of social and emotional skills in children ages 0-5. These efforts lead to skill-building and result in improved school readiness, which is critical to a successful transition into kindergarten. On April 7, many of our current AmeriCorps LEAP members will participate in the Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service.

We are pleased that members serving in Rochester, Waseca, Owatonna, Northfield, Winona and Mankato will all be recognized by local mayors.

We salute all of our members’ great work over the past year!

Those interested in becoming an AmeriCorps LEAP member should contact Barb Gunderson at barbarag@smifoundation.org or (507) 455-3215.

Another exciting way we’ve

expanded our early childhood work is by offering more training opportunities. Through our Parenting Matters, a workplace education program, we are able to engage working parents where they spend a majority of their time: the workplace. We know that many working families find it difficult to participate in the traditional parenting classes due to conflicting work schedules, time commitments and cost. By offering classes at businesses over the lunch hour, we are able to remove some of these barriers.

In addition, over the last few years, we have been partnering with First Children’s Finance to offer quality child care provider trainings to local child care providers. This training involved strengthening the quality of their programs and preparing them for the Parent Aware rating process. These high-quality family child care providers receive one-on-one business consulting to improve their day care businesses. The child care providers who participated in this training now identify themselves as entrepreneurs and early educators.

If you would like more information on SMIF’s early childhood resources or other ways you can partner with us, you can contact me at timp@smifoundation.org or (507) 4553215 or visit to our website at www.smifoundation.org.

Monday, April 13, 2014

FILLMORE COUNTY EARLY CHILDHOOD INITIATIVE

Fillmore Central Community Education Fillmore Central’s Community Education offers a variety of programs for families with children age birth to 5 years of age. The mission of our early childhood programs is providing children with successful starts through healthy, nurturing, learning environments.

School Readiness Fillmore Central’s School Readiness program has a 4-Star Parent Aware Rating. This is the highest possible rating. Parent Aware Star ratings help parents find programs that go above and beyond to prepare children for school and life. The one-to fourstar rating system measures best practices identified by research that help children succeed.

Fillmore Central offers a preschool experience to students that are 3-5 years of age. The 3/4 year olds have two options: Monday/Wednesday sessions from 8:15-10:15 or 10:30-12:30 or Tuesday/Thursday sessions from 8:15-10:15. We offer three classes for the 4/5 year olds on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; two sessions in the morning from 8:15-11:15 and an afternoon session from 12:10-3:10. Transportation is offered for all of our preschool classes.

Our primary goal is to welcome students to the school setting and help them feel comfortable in a classroom when they enter kindergarten. Playtime is

an essential part of our program.

Playtime provides many opportunities for students to grow in conversation skills, imagination, social skills, as well as fine and gross motor skills.

We have structured activities that focus on a standard from our curriculum, Splash Into Pre-K

by Houghton Mifflin. Activities are usually hands-on and cover a wide range of abilities including cutting, writing, coloring, role playing, retelling stories, and learning colors, shapes and letters.

Pre-literacy skills are also an important component of our 4/5 school readiness program.

Much of the year revolves around early literacy and helping students move on to the next step.

Throughout the school year, we focus on number and letter identification and beginning letter sounds, writing our letters. Letter knowledge is not the only piece to the early literacy puzzle; rhyming is a big part of being able to increase awareness in different sounds in language.

Special education students are fully integrated into our classrooms allowing friendships to form and differences to be accepted.

Staff includes: 4/5 lead teachers Tonya Keim and Jessica Marzolf, 3/4 lead teacher Tara Corson, 4/5 classroom assistants Angie Haugerud and Amanda Heibel,

3/4 classroom assistant Charlene Mensink. ECSE staff includes Connie Berg, Paula Birch, Janeen Wingert Jesse LaBonne, and Donna Oellrich.

ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) ECFE exists to strengthen families through the education and support of all parents in providing the best possible environments for the healthy growth and development of their children.

ECFE is geared toward birth to age 5.

We conduct sessions that include parent and child time, parent time, child time, educational material, and special family events.

Parent and Child Time. During this time children have the opportunity to play and learn with new friends. You and your child will take home projects you make together.

Parent Time. Sharing parenting skills and ideas with other parents is done at this time. Gather new and up-to-date information on topics that relate to your child’s development. Meet other parents from the area, and form a support network.

Child Time. Each week we have a healthy snack, and a circle time with songs, stories, and activities that coincide with the preschool program at Fillmore Central.

Educational Materials. We

have a lending library loaded with books for parents and hands-on activities for children. We have music, books, toys, and more!

Special Family Events. ECFE offers play dates, open gym, and special activities geared toward families with young children.

In the 2013-14 school year ECFE On-The-Go was incorporated. ECFE On-The-Go brings educational materials into your daycare to spend time with the kids.

Staff includes: child educator Heather Stockdale, parent educator Amanda Heibel, and classroom assistants Charlene Mensink and Marcia Johnson.

One Block At A Time Daycare The mission of One Block At A Time Daycare is to provide children with successful starts through healthy, nurturing learning environments.

Care is provided for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. The hours of operation are Monday - Friday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. One Block At A Time Daycare offers five different rooms; an infant room, a transition room, a toddler room, 3/4 preschool room and a 4/5 preschool room to allow the care and developmentally appropriate activities for each age group.

Drop-ins are accepted with 24 hours’ notice pending we have room availability.

All staff are state licensed certified and CPR/First Aid certified.

Staff includes: daycare director Kathy Tesmer, room leads Julie

Fillmore Central Schools One Block At A Time Mission: to provide children with successful starts through healthy, nurturing, learning environments.

ECFE-Early Childhood Family Education

To strengthen families through the education and support of all parents in providing the best possible environment for the healthy growth and development of their children.

One Block At A Time Day Care Center

5 daycare rooms provided for infants preschool age. Our instructors are professional and friendly.

Adult Classes & Events

Quality classes for an adult audience. Our instructors are professional and friendly.

ECSE-Early Childhood Special Education

for children ages 3-7 with special needs.

This program will help strengthen academic expectations and accountability for children with disabilities and bridge the gap between what children with disabilities learn and what is required in regular curriculum.

SAC- School Age Care

Before and after school care for children grades K-6. This program offers professional group care during non-school hours for all children attending kindergarten through sixth grade. It is located in the Fillmore Central Elementary.

Summer Recreation

Our Summer Rec. program offers on-site activities, games, and sporting events, plus special field trips. This is a combined program for both Harmony & Preston.

YES-Youth Enrichment Studies

YES supports development of social, mental, physical, and creative abilities of schoolage youth. We provide structured, fun youth programs that are designed to promote youth leadership development and help improve academic performance in many youth.

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Pickett, Melanie Kath, Nissa Rojas, Mary Frederickson, Allen Lafluer and JoEllen Hammann, room aides Ellie Skaggs, Amber Richardson, Christine Eiken, Shira Anderson, Sharon Wissing, and Genny Hanson.

SAC (School Age Childcare) SAC is designed to provide a safe and supervised environment for children in kindergarten through grade six. SAC offers a variety of activities to channel children’s energies into positive growing experiences and will focus on the following goals for your child: 1. To develop new friendships and work together in cooperative group situations.

2. To gain respect for themselves, others and property.

3. To develop self-confidence.

4. To provide a safe, caring, trusting and relaxed environment conducive to fun and adventure.

5. To provide trained, caring and respectful staff who understands the importance of a stable setting that meets the developmental needs of children.

Staff includes SAC director Janeen Wingert, SAC co-director Jessica Marzolf, and room aides Courtney Schroeder, Emilee Fishbaugher, and Gabriella Brazee.

More staff will be on board during the summer months.

Community Education seeks to improve the quality of life by providing lifelong learning opportunities for all members of See FC COMMUNITY Page 4 

Fillmore Central Community Education ECFE - Early Childhood Family Education Day Care Center

School Readiness -Preschool-

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Adult Classes & Events

School Readiness

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Fillmore Central Schools, Preston, MN • 507-765-3809 For more information, contact Angi Kaase, Community Education Director. angi.kaase@isd2198.k12.mn.us

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the community. Lifelong learning is based on the belief that people are learners at every age and are entitled to pursue educational opportunities that are meaningful to them.

We believe that Community Education fosters the learning process in a variety of places and under a variety of conditions. It provides planned learning experiences and activities intended to meet the needs of individuals, families, and the community.

By participating in Community Education programs, community members can develop new skills, pursue intellectual and physical interests, and develop a positive self-image.

Fillmore Central Community Education also offers enrichment classes for both youth and adults and heads up the Summer Rec programs. Through these programs our goal is to improve the quality of life by providing lifelong learning opportunities for all members of the community.

Lifelong learning is based on the belief that people are learners at every age and are entitled to pursue educational opportunities that are meaningful to them.

For more information on any of our programs, please contact Angi Kaase, Community Education Director, at (507) 765-3809 or email at angi.kaase@isd2198. k12.mn.us.

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Chatfield Community Preschool You probably recognize that preschool is an exciting time for children and their families. But, have you ever wondered about what takes place in a preschool classroom? Let’s take a peek and see.

If you observed a typical day in a Chatfield Community Preschool classroom, you would see that learning begins as soon as a child arrives. They

are welcomed with smiles by teachers who are ready to make the learning experience fun and worthwhile. From the very beginning, the preschoolers experience a sense of belonging.

They find their names posted on lockers, cubbies, name cards and word walls. During sign-in children learn to recognize and write their names.

Learning comes in many

forms. Centers provide opportunities to practice social skills, try out theme related vocabulary and activities, and interact with teachers and other children. Free time to explore the centers gives children the opportunity to make decisions and to problem solve. Centers include hands-on experiences in art, science, math, writing,

and dramatic play.

In circle and group time preschoolers learn through stories, songs, rhymes, morning messages, conversations about the calendar and the weather, and a time to share. During the opening circle time the children discover who will serve as the special helpers. Identifying the weather, being a line leader or caboose, serving as snack helper, or holding the door open gives every child the opportunity to contribute to the classroom.

During outdoor play or gym time, preschoolers run, jump, skip, spin, and play. Large motor skills are developed on a daily basis. Did you realize that mastering large motor skills is an important step in the development of literacy skills?

If you close your eyes, you will hear amazing things taking place in the preschool classroom. You will hear children recognizing rhyming, singing songs, sharing stories, identifying letters and letter sounds, and reading site words. More importantly, you will hear conversations. Teachers will be engaged in discussions with individual children showing interest by asking questions, and making comments that extend the conversation.

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To earn a Four Star Rating, Continued from Page 4 programs are excelling in the are expanding vocabulary and use of best practices in preparing kids for kindergarten. The learning conversational skills.

During one day of observa- Four-Star programs… tion, there are things happening •Exemplify a truly engaged that you probably will not see. school readiness partner for You may not notice a child’s parents confidence growing as he or •Have ongoing assessment of she becomes more comfortable child’s progress with the routine. It will not •Continually adapt lesson be obvious to you when the plans and goals to meet indifirst letter of a child’s name is vidual needs written for the first time … or •Regularly update parents on the pride that child feels when child’s progress finally being able to write his •Train teachers on children’s or her name without assistance. developmental disabilities You will not see the incredible •Communicate across culgrowth that takes place within tures a few short months. Children •Receive and document onbegin to regulate their own going childhood-related educabehavior. They take turns, walk tion in straight lines, and contrib- A Four Star Rating shows ute to the learning experience. that Chatfield Community PreBy May, one thing becomes school is equipped to offer the obvious upon observation – very best in quality care, assurour PRESCHOOLERS ARE ing parents that it is doing all it READY FOR THE NEXT can to prepare their children for school.

STEP! Chatfield Community Pre- Chatfield Community Preschool is proud to announce school offers two or three day that the program has received options. Full day and morning a 4-Star Parent Aware Rating classes are available for both the from the MN Department of 3 year old and 4 and 5 year old Human Services. Parent Aware classes. Information is on the is a rating tool designed to Community Education page improve, support and celebrate of the school website, at the the strengths of child care and elementary school office, and early learning programs. Par- at the Community Education ent Aware’s Star Ratings help Office. If you have questions, parents find programs that go please contact LuAnn Klevan at above and beyond to prepare (507) 867-4210 ex 5022.

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St. Johns Week of the Young Child St. Johns Lutheran Preschool is owned and operated

by St. John Lutheran Church of Wykoff, Minn., under the supervision of the congregation’s Board of Education. St. Johns Lutheran Preschool was established to assist and sup-

port Christian parents in their God-given vocation of raising their children. Christian parents desire that their children grow up knowing and believing in their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and that they learn to live as faithful,

responsible, and God-fearing citizens in the world in which God has placed them. It is the goal of St. Johns Lutheran Preschool to do all it can in early See ST. JOHNS Page 6 

Back row: Isabel Eisenman, John Bradley, Daniel Lund, Micah Scheevel; Front row: Nathan Burmeister, Sawyer Heusinkveld, Lincoln Soltau, Anna Imm, Elsa Eickhoff.

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childhood development and teaching the Christian faith to assist parents in their Godgiven calling. Our program is designed to help children grow socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually, and spiritually in an atmosphere where children feel acceptance and loved. In addition to offering a high-quality preschool education, we are committed to the Christian faith as taught in the Word of God and confessed in the historic Confession of the Lutheran Church. Parents will find an important ally in St.

Johns Lutheran Preschool.

Our preschool is open to the general public for children ages 36 months through pre-kindergarten and who are toilettrained. Registration forms for preschool enrollment are available upon request. Registration opens in March and continues through August for the following school year. All forms must be completed and submitted to the school office with the first month’s tuition payment of $80.00 in order to guarantee enrollment in the preschool.

Enrollment of children in the preschool after the registration period is granted if openings are available.

The preschool schedule is as follows: •3- & 4-year-olds: Tuesdays & Thursdays 8 a.m.–11 a.m.

•4- & 5-year-olds: Tuesdays & Thursdays 12 p.m.–3 p.m.

Our school year runs from September through May. The preschool calendar will basically follow the calendar of St. Johns Lutheran School and the Kingsland School District.

We pray at snack time, celebrate Christian holidays, and teach Christian living. The children will learn by heart the Ten Commandments, The Apostle’s Creed, and the Lord’s Prayer.

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for them by His dying on the cross and resurrection from the grave. Our program is designed to help your child grow socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually, and spiritually in an atmosphere where your child will feel acceptance and love.

Additional goals and objectives: Physical Development to provide an environment that fosters growth in gross and fine motor development at developmentally age-appropriate levels for each child. Intellectual Development - to provide an environment that fosters growth in language, math, science, and sensory skills. Social/ Emotional Development - to

provide an opportunity for each child to develop a positive self-image, and positive growth in relationship with peers, adults, and the environment.

Language Development - to use verbal expressions, develop vocabulary, speak in sentences, follow simple directions, and to express ideas, feelings, and experiences through stories and drawings.

For registration materials or for further information on St. Johns Lutheran Preschool, please contact the teacher, Mrs. Rachel Welch, or the school office at (507) 352-4671, or visit the school website www. stjohns-wykoff.org.

Monday, April 13, 2014

Lanesboro ECFE Parents always want to do what’s best for their kids, but it can be tough to know exactly what kinds of activities are good for encouraging learning and creativity, or developing social skills, or exploring the world around them. Then, even if parents have ideas what to do, it can be a challenge to fit everything into a busy family schedule.

Lanesboro ECFE offers a variety of classes and resources to help parents support each other in figuring things out. Class time is divided into three sections: parent-child activity time, when families explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a teacher; parent discussion time, when parents meet with a parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques; and children’s activity time, when children learn with the teacher and paraprofessional and practice social skills as they interact with each other.

Focusing on a relaxed, fun and creative

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atmosphere, Lanesboro ECFE offers fall, winter, and spring sessions on Tuesdays at 8:30-10 a.m., 10 to 11:30 a.m. and Wednesdays 6-7:30p.m. In addition to regular classes, special classes offered in the past have included open gym time and themed classes such as “Kids in the Kitchen” and “Krazy for Kites”. Lanesboro ECFE also coordinates community-wide events for seasonal holidays such as Halloween, Christmas, and Easter.

All children from birth through kindergarten age and their families are welcome. If you are interested in attending, please contact the Lanesboro Schools at (507) 467-2229 to confirm the class is in session before attending.

Lanesboro ECFE classes •Tuesdays 8:30 – 10 a.m.

•Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

•Wednesday evenings 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Upcoming event •Wednesday, May 13, End of the Year picnic. Gather at 5:30 p.m., eat at 6 p.m. (Rain date May 20)

ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) Our ECFE program offers several Family Fun Night events during the month where parents and children come and interact together. Some of our most popular events have been

Pajama Night at the Library, Pizza and Gym Night, Fieldtrip to the Fire Station, Scarecrow Night, Dad and Me Building Night and also our Christmas Party and Egg Hunt. We also offer a Friday morning playgroup twice a month where

parents and daycare providers are welcomed to come into the early childhood classroom with their children and interact, make a craft and enjoy circle, story and snack.

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ECFE Pajama Night at the Mabel Library.

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events: •Monday, April 13 ~ Week of the Young Child Event – Magic Show - 6 p.m.

•Monday, April 20 ~ Dad & Me Building Night – 6 p.m.

•Friday playgroup dates (9:30-11 a.m.): April 10, 24 and May 8.

School Readiness We currently offer a Kinder-

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garten Readiness (4/5 year olds) where the students meet three afternoons per week. Our Kindergarten Readiness Programs uses the SRA Imagine It reading series and we also visit the school library once a week.

We also offer a Preschool class twice a week in the morning for 3 /4 year olds. Registration for the 2015-2016 school

year will be offered first to the currently enrolled students and then new students and their families are encouraged to attend an open house/registration night which will be held on Monday, May 4 between 5-6:30 p.m. in the early childhood classroom. There is a non-refundable registration fee due at the time of registration.

For more information about these programs please check out our school website at www. mabelcanton.k12.mn.us, contact the school office at (507) 4935423 or the Early Childhood Coordinator Amy Hoscheit at (507) 493-5423 ext 127 or email ahoscheit@mabelcanton. org

Kindergarten Readiness class learning about pumpkins.

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ECFE Fire Station Night (Mabel Fire Dept).

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Picture identification: In ECFE, Lacy Holter and her dad Tracy participated in the Daddy & Me night where they built bird houses and bird feeders.

At Houston Preschool, Mabel Hunt & Claire Frauenkron read books in the library area of the classroom, while Clayton Brand, Archer Semling and Liam Cox looked for items in an “I Spy” jar.

In KinderConnection, Karlee Frauenkron finger painted with blue and yellow paint, which made the green paint on her hands.

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