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Tragic loss of local boy after ATV accident

Plans for Mill Creek channel restoration expanded By K aren R eisner karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The family of Hunter Bergo was surrounded by friends and community members during a candlelight vigil in remembrance of Hunter at Sylvan Park in Lanesboro, Minn. on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016. Photo by Barb Jeffers By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Losing a loved one is always hard, but the loss of a child is a different level of pain, which unfortunately, a local family experienced last week. Hunter Bergo, age 10, was involved in an ATV accident on the morning of Saturday, March 26, 2016 while riding the ATV to a neighbor’s house less than a mile away to return egg cartons, which was not an unusual trip for Hunter. Sadly, on this particular trip, an accident happened and the ATV rolled. A neighbor who arrived on the scene immediately called for help with Chatfield Police Department, Chatfield Ambulance, and the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department

responding shortly after 11 a.m. Hunter passed away on the scene. Close family friend Nick Bakke believes Hunter may have taken a corner too fast, causing the ATV to roll on the gravel road he was traveling on between the two homes. The Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the accident. Hunter Wayne Bergo was born on November 30, 2005 to Ryker Bergo and Cheryl Klein in Brainerd, Minn. Hunter’s parents, Ryker and Lena Bergo of Pilot Mound, Minn., and Matt and Cheryl Kettner of Kenyon, Minn. have been shown an outpouring of love from people in the area. Hunter was a fourth grader in Mr. Chris Hanson’s class at Lanesboro Elementary School

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in Lanesboro, Minn., where he will be missed by fellow students and staff that Hunter touched in many ways with his outgoing personality and sense of humor. The afternoon following the accident, which was Easter Sunday, Bakke called Hunter’s uncle, Lucas Bergo, and asked about having a candlelight vigil for Hunter in Sylvan Park that evening. The two decided to hold the vigil approximately four hours later, at 6:30 p.m. Text messages were sent, posts were put on social media, and the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office was notified. Less than four hours later, several hundred people started arriving at Sylvan Park as a large See TRAGIC LOSS Page 2 

Luke Lunde, soil and environmental scientist, explained at the March 28 Chatfield City Council meeting that the planned Mill Creek stream bank restoration will now include 1,200 linear feet. The original proposal for the fishing pier replacement and Mill Creek stream channel restoration involved only 600 linear feet. Councilor Ken Jacobson was absent. Lunde commented that discussion of the project began about three years ago. Last fall the city council approved the more limited project and this day approved the expanded proposal. The project will create more

in stream habitat, stabilize the stream banks, create a lower bench adjacent to the fishing pier which will provide a second location for fishing, and improve the cattle crossing. Councilor Mike Urban said it is great that we have three entities working together to get the project done. The city of Chatfield is responsible for WSB engineering services. Trout Unlimited is responsible for the 1200 linear feet of stream bank restoration. The DNR will provide the fishing pier replacement and related support materials to create a more stable base, making it better able to withstand a flood. Work on the project should See MILL CREEK Page 9 

Spring Valley Council hears audit report By R ich Wicks rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Spring Valley City Council met on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 6 p.m. with all members in attendance: Tony Archer, Todd Jones, Mayor Jim Struzyk, Bill Bires, Jeff Vehrenkamp, and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. The main topic on the agenda was presentation of the city’s financial audit. Tom Wente, representing the accounting firm of Smith Schafer & Associates, summarized the findings, saying they gave Spring Valley an unmodified “clean” opinion for 2015, and that

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there were no compliance issues. He noted that the General Property Tax levy represented 34% of total governmental revenues in 2015, and that General Governmental Expenditures were nearly identical to the previous year. He pointed out that General Fund expenditures were under budget by $145,353, and that the General Fund balance is at 96% of General Fund Expenditures, which he described as “still a fairly healthy reserve”. His report stated that all debt service funds are being adequately funded, all See SV AUDIT Page 10 

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several hundred people started arriving at Sylvan Park as a large group of friends of the family put together candles with Dixie cup holders for those arriving. Three tables were set up with photos of Hunter, along with index cards and pens to leave memories of Hunter and condolences. Willam Cordes, 10, a classmate of Hunter’s, attended the vigil with his mom, Tegan Richardson. Willam wrote about Hunter on a comment card saying, “He was the best football player I ever seen,” and Richardson noted that her son had just started at Lanesboro Elementary School this school year and said, “Hunter was one of the first kids to welcome him here” when he joined the fourth grade. Brett Clark, Secondary Principal at Lanesboro Elementary School, said Hunter was “a fun-

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loving kid” who had a “fire for life” and will be missed. As the community of Lanesboro came to Sylvan Park for the candlelight vigil they wrapped their arms around the Bergo family both figuratively and literally. As family and friends gathered in a large circle and lit candles, several people stepped forward to share memories of Hunter. Bakke spoke about what a great kid Hunter was and stated that he was thankful to everyone who came to the vigil and noted that “we all need to continue to help each other” as there is a long road ahead for Hunter’s family. Lucas Bergo tearfully shared his nephews love of bow hunting, fishing, horseback riding, and his love of animals. Wayne Bergo, Hunter’s grandfather, spoke lovingly of his grandson and expressed how very much he will be missed. As songs such as Amazing Grace played in the background, a prayer was said and tears were

Emotions could not be contained during a candlelight vigil for ten year old Hunter Bergo in Sylvan Park in Lanesboro, Minn. on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016. Photo by Barb Jeffers

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shed. Television and newspapers journalists covering the vigil could not hold back their own tears witnessing such raw emotion and sadness. No words can describe the pain that Hunter’s family is feeling and no words from caring friends seem to be the “right words”, because there are no right words at a time like this. Sometimes the only thing we can do for those we care about is to just be there. The community of Lanesboro, along with family and friends, will always be there for Hunter’s family, which will not take the pain away, but if they can ease the family’s pain in any way, they are ready and willing to do it. A visitation took place on March 31, 2016 at the Lanesboro High School and the funeral service for Hunter was held Friday, April 1, 2016 at the Lanesboro High School. A continued show of support was given to the family at both the visitation and funeral as

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! Hunter returned to his school for the last time. Following the funeral, Hunter

was laid to rest in Pilot Mound Lutheran Cemetery near Chatfield, Minn.

Tegan Richardson comforts her son Willam as he writes about Hunter Bergo on a comment card during a candlelight vigil in honor of Hunter held in Sylvan Park in Lanesboro, Minn. on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016. Photo by Barb Jeffers

Sue Moen and her eight year old son Boone light candles during the candlelight vigil for Hunter Bergo held on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 in Sylvan Park in Lanesboro, Minn. Photo by Barb Jeffers

A crowd of several hundred gathered in Sylvan Park in Lanesboro, Minn. on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 for a candlelight vigil honoring ten year old Hunter Bergo who passed away the day before in an ATV accident. Photo by Barb Jeffers

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C ommentary One Moment, Please... Some DMV humor

By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com Our children had been hoping and even begging to see the movie “Zootopia”. Luckily, this movie was playing at the JEM Movie Theatre. To be honest, I had no idea what this Jason Sethre movie was about other than the fact that it was an animated movie for children. On this particular Friday before Easter Sunday, my wife had offered to make a number of appetizers for a family gathering on her side of the family to be held in Elgin at her parent’s home. So, this was going to work out perfect for her as I whisked the children away for couple of hours of animated hospitality in Harmony. I’ve seen a lot of movies in my time, and it seems about half of the movies I’ve seen over the past 11 years have been movies geared toward children. Did I mention my daughter is 11-years-old, which should explain a lot? I always enjoy going to the JEM in Harmony, because it is more of a family experience than any metroplex theatre you’ll find in the big city. So, we started watching the movie, with myself seated in the

center of my daughter and son. I believe my sole purpose for attending any movie is to provide financial assistance to my children and to hold the popcorn bucket. As the movie was rolling along, the kids of all ages were cracking up, and then there was the adult humor. My all-time favorite scene in the movie was when the fox and the bunny (the two main characters) entered the Department of Motor Vehicles to get some help from an employee at the DMV who went by the nickname of “Flash”. The fox told the bunny that his friend could help them run some license plates to lead them down the path of discovery to find the driver of that vehicle. When they walked into the DMV, every employee there was a sloth. OK, you know the slowest moving creature on the planet, even rivaling turtles -that would be the sloth. What made this particular amusing was how every DMV employee, even Flash, was moving so slow. The lines were long and it felt like what most people think of when they go to the DMV. I have to tell you that every adult in the audience at the JEM was busting out laughing, myself included. And, every child was completely silent. This was definitely adult humor. I recalled the most interesting experience I ever had with the DMV when my wife and I

moved to Illinois. It was a Saturday morning, and I had just received my first paycheck from my new job I had taken from a corporate transfer from Rochester to Kankakee. When I arrived at the bank to set up an account that Saturday morning, I was told that I could not open up a bank account in Illinois unless I had an Illinois State Driver’s License. So, in order to cash my paycheck, I had to get a license. After I found the DMV in the area, I walked in the door and saw a line of at least 50 people, with another 80 people sitting in chairs filling out paperwork. Fortunately, it only took about two hours (that’s a bit of sarcasm) to fill out the application, take the test, and walk out the door with a temporary Illinois State Driver’s License. I did make it to the bank with about 20 minutes to spare, and I was able to set up a bank account. But, as this DMV reference in the movie “Zootopia” sparked a flashback to the year 1999 for me, I immediately thought about the contrast in comparison with my experience in Preston at Reicks Auto License Bureau. There’s no comparison. Even on a busy day when there might be a line of six people, Kurt Reicks and Dawn Ristau are super efficient. If you’ve ever participated in a DMV marathon in a much larger city than Preston, you know what I mean. We are pretty tlucky to have a privately-owned DMV that makes for a positive customer experience. If only those in the bigger cities realized what they are missing out on in Preston.

Lanesboro Concept Project meetings will take place April 5 and 7 The next public meetings of the Lanesboro Concept Project have been announced. The dates will be Tuesday April 5 at 7 p.m. and Thursday, April 7 at 1 p.m. Both meetings will take Editorial Cartoon

place in the lower level of the Lanesboro Community Center At these meetings, an overview of the Draft Interim Concept Plan will be presented. There will also be opportunity

for further community input. To learn more about the Lanesboro Concept Project and these meetings, visit Lanesboromn.gov.

Journey of the Heart Heartland Hospice and Chatfield United Methodist’s Gathering Place, in collaboration with Help Our Neighbors, are co-hosting Journey of the Heart, an eight-week support group for family and caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s/ dementia. The group will meet on Tuesday evenings, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., beginning April 5 and running through May 24 at The Chatfield Public Library (Lower Level), 314 Main Street South, Chatfield, Minn. Susan Siegle, Heartland Hospice Account Liaison will lead the group. Ms. Siegle worked in memory care for four years and currently is a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Correction The March 21 issue of the Fillmore County Journal incorrectly listed the Bolton-Menk representative who addressed the Spring Valley City Council as Brian Malm, when it was actually Bryan Holtz. We apologize for this error.

Government this week • Monday, April 4, Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Monday, April 4, Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m. • Tuesday, April 5, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Tuesday, April 5, Houston School Board, 5:30 p.m. • Tuesday, April 5, Ostrander City Council, Community Center, 6 p.m. • Tuesday, April 5, Rushford Village City Council, Community Center, 7 p.m. • Thursday, April 6, Fountain City Council, City Office, 7:30 p.m. • Monday, April 11, Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5 p.m. • Monday, April 11, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, April 11, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, April 11, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Monday, April 11, Wykoff Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Monday, April 11, Houston City Council, City Hall, 7:30 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

The Journey of the Heart support series will explore the disease of Alzheimer’s/dementia and tips for navigating this process, how to manage stress, ways to create meaningful moments with your loved one, and making your journey a shared experience with others who are walking a similar path. For more information, please contact Susan Siegle, Account Liaison, Heartland Hospice, cell: (507) 316-8611 or Beverly Simpson, Parish Nurse, Chatfield UMC, office: (507) 867-0064.

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C ommentary In God We Trust By Yvonne Nyenhuis The Constitution states “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” In 1802, Thomas Jefferson wrote a letter to Yvonne the Danbury Nyenhuis Baptist Association in which he said that the Legislature should “make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof ”, thus “building a wall of separation between church and state”. Controversy has continued throughout the years as Americans try to come to terms with where to draw the line between religious faith and government. On our money and enshrined on public buildings are the words “In God We Trust”. On C-SPAN I heard a professor giving a speech on why he was an atheist. I found his dissertation erudite and entertaining. He laid out his reasons until he reached his conclusion that God does not exist. In that moment I realized that the final step in his argument required “a leap of faith”! Atheism is in a sense a religion in that there is no proof that there is no God. It appears that while there is no empirical evidence that there is a God, there is no empirical evidence that there is not a God. Which brings us to consider the roll that “faith” plays in our lives. What fascinates me is the mystery that permeates our existence. Truth and love are at the center of our lives. We can’t

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see truth and love, measure or weigh them or hold them in our hands. Yet without these we would be empty vessels. Further, we don’t understand the origin of life itself. As human beings, we are given emotion, the ability to feel and reason, the ability to think. We seek order in our lives and to come to terms with what we don’t know and can’t understand. Religion is an attempt to explain what is inscrutable. We all arrive at our perception of truth from our own personal experience. Since we are widely diverse in how we experience life, the result can be discord and heated argument. The Constitution doesn’t defy or confirm the religious experience. The idea is that no one belief system should control our government. We like to think we are a nation of laws. In our courts justice requires presenting evidence and facts. We are not supposed to make decisions based on what we “feel” or “believe”, which involves subjective thinking. As children we are taught to pray “Our Father who art in heaven”. We would all like to believe in a God who is a loving father and protector but as adults we are confronted with the horrendous evil that exists in the world which leads us to doubt this concept. For many, God is a presence sustaining them in their daily lives. Some note the exquisite order in the universe and see God as a superior intelligence and creator. For those fighting alcohol addiction, God is referred to as a “Higher Power”. Whether we are religious, agnostic, or an atheist, we are all confronted with the fact that there is much we don’t know and can’t understand. It is in this place we can all come together. To me, the inclusion of “God” in our public thinking is a way of keeping a perspective on ourselves, a check on our personal egos and conceit. We are reminded that we all see the truth through the small window of our own experience and we should respect each other and celebrate our individuality. Religious tradition deserves a place in our schools and public places as long as we are inclusive. Religion is a part of our culture and our heritage.

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Opportunities for rural Minnesota By Tim Penny President/CEO, Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation As Minnesota lawmakers continue through the 89th legislative session, there are several items up for discussion that could potentially benefit our rural communities. At Southern Tim Penny Mi n n e s o t a Initiative Foundation (SMIF), our work intersects with many of these issues, such as investments in early childhood and support for minority business owners. Others, such as broadband, transportation and local government aid, are important to us insofar as they lay the groundwork for the economic development goals we work toward. Below are some issues I would encourage you to keep your eye on. As we work together for more vibrant rural communities, engaged and educated residents have always been foundational to carrying out the mission of the Foundation. Pre-k funding: This has been a contentious topic, with Governor Dayton previously advocating for universal pre-k, whereas others want more funds allocated to child care scholarships. As I’ve suggested before, when it comes to early childhood, there’s no silver-bullet approach. What’s more important than arguing for an either/or approach is making sure that all families in Minnesota have access to high quality early childhood programs, especially our low-income children. SMIF has been working with several partners to implement our Quality Child Care Program across the state toward this end. Scholarships are a big part of the solution. There is also a shortage of providers that lawmakers are trying to address. Racial disparities: Dayton has proposed $100 million to address achievement gaps between white Minnesotans and those of color, noting the gaps in areas like high school graduation rates and homeownership. At SMIF, we recently launched The Prosperity Initiative. This Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development-funded program works one-on-one with minority business owners to connect them with area resources, provide business coaching, and increase the likelihood for longer-term business success. We know that small businesses are the backbone of our economy, we have the opportunity - and the imperative - to support new immigrant, women and minority businesses in southern Min-

nesota. While it’s unclear at this point how Dayton’s $100 million will be implemented, it is important to start addressing these disparities in a real way in our state and The Prosperity Initiative is one way SMIF is addressing this issue. Broadband funding: There is a proposal to increase funding to Minnesota’s Office of Broadband Development to lay more fiber networks across rural Minnesota. Historically, $10 million has been allocated in recent years ($20 million in 2014). This year’s proposal is $100 million. Our partner, Blandin Foundation, has been instrumental in moving this issue forward on behalf of Greater Minnesota, and we support their goal of ensuring all Minnesotan’s have access to convenient, affordable world-class broadband networks. Blandin’s CEO Kathleen Annette cited that nearly a quarter of Minnesota households don’t have sufficient Internet speeds for things like homework, online business operations, and more, and that Minnesota ranks 23rd in broadband access. “This stark urban-rural divide hurts all Minnesotans,” Annette said. I agree. Local government aid: The governor’s budget proposes $46.5 million divided between Local Government Aid, which helps funds basic services like law enforcement, fire departments, and public works in our rural communities, and the County Program Aid. Our local governments depend on these funds. Long-term transportation package: Legislators haven’t been able to come to an agreement for the past two years. In order for our smaller communities to be viable places for people to live while commuting to jobs elsewhere in the region and for the support of our agriculture and manufacturing sectors, we cannot continue to put off passing a transportation bill to maintain our infrastructure in rural Minnesota. All of these issues affect our 20-county southern Minnesota region. So, I encourage you to be mindful this election year about voicing your concerns and opinions as legislators take action on these matters. I welcome your comments and questions. You can reach me at timp@smifoundation.org or (507) 455-3215.

Letter about response to Dan Terbeest commentary... To the Editor, Just read article by dan Terbeest tearing at Mrs. Nyenhuis after reading article think that paragraph could well be said about him. Then he goes on to rant about Obama like a third grader that didn’t get his candy bar. He calls her a liar, then says Obama created more debt in first years than all other presidents and we have nothing to show for it. Chart in 2016 almanac on U.S. public debt shows not only that didn’t happen, but it won’t happen when he leaves office. It also shows W. Bush did accomplish that Clinton didn’t come close. George Sr. increased 56% four years, Reagan almost tripled. Other chart shows Reagan started $78 billion deficit, left $152 billion deficit. 1993 Clinton inherited $255 billion deficit, handed $128 billion surplus to W. Bush. Bush handed Obama $14 trillion deficit, “now that’s a kicking”. Down to $582 billion 2015. Briefs on jobs and stock market, check Mr. Gusa’s article, ”thanks”: • 1-2, “gma” Obama rating hits 50 • 52% on imigration, 60% on Cuba • Jobs fastest since 1999 • Health rate increase lowest in 50 years • 2-19, Walmart gives raises due to competition • 3-5, Unemployment down 48 states, first since 1984 • 3-7, Unemployment at 7-year low • 3-14, Household wealth at all time high • 3-24, Uninsured dropped by 11 million • 3-30, 59% lift sanctions on Iran • 59% want deal with Iran • 4-14, jobless claims 15-year low • 6-10, highest job openings 15 years • 10-15, jobless claims lowest 42 years • 1-21, one million Walmart workers get raises • 5-4, Costo gives first entry raise in 7 years • 3-4, Obamacare hits 20 million I guess there hasn’t been much to brag about from Dan’s side in 20 years. If we put r in front of Obama, Dan and Erding would be fighting over bragging rights. Wayne Stephas Chatfield, MN

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Mears of Cameron Park, Calif.; and Judith Mears of Chatfield. Nine grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and two Adele Suzanne Mears Adele Suzanne Mears, 85, of great-great-grandchildren also Chatfield, went to her heavenly survive. Many loving nieces reward at the Chosen Valley and nephews also survive. Care Center on March 23, 2016. She is preceded in death by Adele was born July 8, 1930 her parents, a brother, Charles Haas; a sister, Marian Hulse; in Oakand grandson, Jeff Buss. land, Calif., Funeral Mass of Christian to Fredrick burial took place 11 a.m., MonAnthony and day, March 28 at St. Mary’s Emma AlbiCatholic Church in Chatfield, na (Bundwith Father William Thompson cheau) Haas. officiating. A rosary was said at A d e l e 9:00 a.m. on Monday morning, a t t e n d e d Adele Suzanne followed by visitation until the school in Mears time of service at the church. C a l i f or n i a and graduated from Castlem- Rite of Committal was in Calont High School in Oakland in vary Cemetery in Chatfield. 1950. On November 11, 1950 Riley Funeral Home in she married William McCart- Chatfield assisted the family with arrangements. To share ney Mears in Reno, Nev. Adele worked as a cook at a condolence with the family, the Dominican Convent for 23 please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com. years in Fremont, Calif. She was Carol Elaine Ward Mom to all of the neighborhood kids. Her house was always the Carol Elaine Ward, age 81, of the “go-to” home in the neigh- Harmony, Minn., died Monday, March 28, 2016 at Mayo Health borhood. She especially enjoyed spend- Systems – St. Mary’s Campus in ing time with her family; her Rochester. grandchildren were a special joy Carol was in her life. She grew to love Min- born Decemnesota from her frequent visits. ber 16, 1934 In 2005, she retired to Min- in Harmony nesota and became a member to Edward of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. and Evelyn Her faith was important to her ( Ch rist ia nand she was always active in her son) Kiehne. Carol Elaine Catholic parishes. She loved She attended Ward to read, watch TV, and taught Vail Country all of her grandchildren to play School and graduated from Canton High School. She lived in bingo. Adele is lovingly remem- Rochester for a short time, where bered by her children: Theresa she worked at Woolworths. On (Wayne) Kennedy of Newark, October 10, 1954, she married Calif.; Susan (Wayne) Kester of Walter Ward, Jr. at the GreenChatfield, Deborah (Lyle) Buss field Lutheran Church in Harof Chatfield, Michael (Arlene) mony. They lived in Burr Oak,

Iowa; Newburg, Minn.; and Mabel, Minn., before moving to the Canton area. She worked at Control Data in Spring Grove, HECO in Harmony, the Sunshine Place in Harmony, and Center and Main Antique Shop in Harmony. Carol was a member of Greenfield Lutheran Church and WELCA, and the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed going to the Tuesday and Friday coffee groups at the Harmony House and the Wednesday Burr Oak breakfast group, collecting antiques, working on church quilts, and her doll collection. Carol is survived by her husband, Walter of Harmony; four children: Gerri Ehler of Harmony, Terri (Tom) Peterson of Burnsville, Gary (Jackie) Ward of Canton, and Kim (Kevin) Knutson of Burnsville; seven grandchildren: Craig (Michele) Ehler, Eric (Candace) Ehler, Devin (Katelin) Ehler, Joshua (Steph Keller) Peterson, Cole Knutson, Hannah Knutson, and Walker Ward; four greatgrandchildren: Tristan, Beatrice, Henry, and Evelyn Ehler; and two sisters, Nelda Bjertness and Marilyn Norton (Frank Ryan), both of Harmony. She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Evelyn Kiehne; a daughter, Lori Ann Ward; a brother, Luverne Kiehne; a sister, Diane Torgerson; and dear aunt and uncle, Percy and Esther Steffensrud. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 2016 at the Greenfield Lutheran Church in Harmony, with Rev. Rolf Svanoe and James Smedsrud coofficiating. Burial was in the Greenfield Cemetery. Visitation was from 4 – 7 Friday at the Greenfield Lutheran Church and

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County again one hour prior to services at the church. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel. LeRoy M. Johnson LeRoy M. Johnson, 88, of rural Peterson, died on Monday, March 28, 2016, at his home. LeRoy was born on February 24, 1928, in Canton Township of Fillmore County, Minn., to Lee and Gladys (Olson) Johnson. He was raised in rural Canton and was a 1946 graduate of Canton High LeRoy M. School. He Johnson farmed with his family for a few years and on June 10, 1949, he was united in marriage with Nora Darleen Soland in Harmony, Minn. He farmed in Canton, Preston and Fountain, Minn. until he purchased his farm in rural Peterson where he farmed until the time of his death. He was a member of Rushford Lutheran Church, Minnesota Pork Producers, American Dairy Association, Norway Township Board, and the Highland Prairie Lutheran Cemetery Board. Faith, family, farming, and friends were the centerpieces of LeRoy’s life. He is survived by his wife, Darleen; twelve children: Judy (Steve) Oian of Rushford, Nancy Carman of Rochester, Ellen (Gerald) Eide of Peterson, LeRoy “Ike” (Carol) Johnson of Peterson, Cindy (Rich) Bovy of Rushford, James (Joanne) Johnson of Harmony, Mark (Cindy) Johnson of Peterson, Brad (Kari) Johnson of Rushford, Richard (Pam) Johnson of Rushford,

Sandy (Mike) Mlenar of Rochester, Laurie (Tim Hallum) Johnson of Peterson, and Stacy (Scott) Newgaard of Eden Prairie; 37 grandchildren and 48 great-grandchildren; two sistersin-law, Ilene Anderson of Harmony and Pat Soland of Preston. LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents, six siblings: Lowell, Allan Robert, DeLone, Darlene, Oral, and Virgil; one son, Jeffrey; one grandson, Justin; two granddaughters, Julia and Janel; and one great-grandson, Zaeden. Visitation was from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 31, at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Rushford and from 10 to 11 a.m. on Friday, April 1, 2016, at Rushford Lutheran Church. The funeral service was held 11 a.m. at Rushford Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Roger Michaelson officiating. Burial took place in the Highland Prairie Lutheran Cemetery in rural Peterson. Leave a memory of LeRoy, sign his online guestbook and view his tribute video when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com. Norma Jean (Sanborn) Bestor Norma Jean (Sanborn) Bestor, 90, passed away peacefully March 29, 2016 at Mayo Clinic Hospital - St. Mary’s Cam- Norma Jean pus in Roch- (Sanborn) Bestor ester, Minn. She was born February 20, 1926 in Howard County, Iowa See OBITUARIES Page 7 

Fillmore County Church Directory A rendahl Lutheran Church....……………………..Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2477 A ssembly Of God Church & Valley Christian Center.... Sundays - 10 : 00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 Assumption Catholic Church.…....…Fri. - 8 : 30am & Sat. - 5 : 00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320 Bethlehem Lutheran Church...…...……………......Sundays - 9 : 00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344 Calvary Baptist Church.…….……......Sundays - 10 : 45am & 6 : 00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4686 Canton-Scotland Presby terian Church..............…Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 Chatf ield Lutheran Church………......Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 30am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4721 Chatf ield United Methodist Christ……....………..Sundays - 9 : 30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3529 Cherry Grove United Methodist...…………...…..Sundays - 10 : 00am 18183 160th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (Cherry Grove) (507) 937-3177 Christ Lutheran Church...……………..……..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2161 Christian Science Ser vices.…………...…....…......Sundays - 10 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Destiny Life Church.............………………......…Sundays - 10 : 00am 104 West Jessie Street, Rushford MN 55971 (507) 429-1222 Elstad Lutheran Church...………………….....….Sundays - 10 : 30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church....……..…….......…Sundays - 11: 00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church..…....................Sundays - 9 : 00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830 Fillmore Free Methodist Church......Sundays - 8 : 30am & 10 : 30am 19127 County 8, Wykoff, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450 First Baptist Church....………........………Sundays - 10 : 30am & 6 : 00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840

First Baptist Church-Preston.………...Sundays - 10 : 30am & 1: 00pm 108 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4960 First English Lutheran Church.………...……..…..Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Grant St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2793 First Lutheran Church of Highland............................. Sundays - 10 :30am 22423 391st Ave, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3318

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

Garness Trinity Lutheran...……….………........…Sundays - 9 : 00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905 Grace Lutheran Church..……………………....…..Sundays - 9 : 00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2218 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..………………….....Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church..…….………..…Sundays - 10 : 00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 937-3137 Harmony United Methodist Church…...............Sundays - 10 : 30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henrytown Lutheran Church-Canton Assumption Catholic Church....Sundays-10 : 30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist..........Saturdays - 9 : 00am 217 W. Jessie St., Rushford (507) 993-8328 Highland Prairie Lutheran Church.........................Sundays - 8 :30am 43267 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church (Special Occasions) Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545 -2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church..……………..…....…Sundays - 9 : 30am 254 Main St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church..……….…Sundays - 10 : 30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Looney Valley Lutheran Church.............................Sundays - 10 : 00am 2040 Looney Valley Road, Houston, MN 55943 (507) 896-3412

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

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

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

Saetersdal Lutheran Church.……………....….......Sundays -10 : 30am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church..…………………….…..…Sundays - 9 : 30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680 St Columban Church.…..…………………...……..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -3886

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

St John Lutheran Church.…………...……………...Sundays - 9 : 00am 241 Line St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 St Joseph’s Catholic Church.……………….…......Sundays - 10 : 30am PO Box 577 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257 St Mark ’s Lutheran Church...…………....…………Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111

St Mar y’s Catholic Church...…..................................Sundays - 8 : 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthew’s Episcopal Church..…...........……………Sundays - 9 : 30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707

St Matthew’s Lutheran Church..……………………Sundays - 9 : 00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772- 4474 St Olaf Catholic Church...........Sun. (1 & 2) - 10 :30am & (3 & 4) - 8 : 45am 114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268

St Patrick ’s Church Hall ………………......…......Saturday - 5 : 00pm Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480 St Paul Lutheran Church.....................................Sundays - 9 : 00am 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul Lutheran Church............................................Sundays - 9 :00am 215 N Miller St, Lime Springs, IA 52155 (563) 566-2389

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

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

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The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. with arrangements. To share a condolence with Continued from Page 6 Norma’s family, please visit www. to Harold and Anna Sanborn. rileyfuneralhomes.com. It was when she was 20 that William Francis (Bill) she met and married the man O’Connor of her dreams -- Galard Bestor William Francis (Bill) (1944). Together, they set down O’Connor, 61, of Rochester, foran inseparable path of adventure, embarking on entrepreneurial merly of Preston, passed away at endeavors like Bestor Garage his home on (18 years), Preston Motel (10 January 15, years) and Hidden Valley Camp- 2016. He was ground (30 years). in Norma was a community born Preston, the shaper. She strove to positively impact her surroundings at all son of Paul times. She held the title of presi- and Freda dent, secretary or treasurer in ( K r a m e r ) William Francis her time with the VFW Auxil- O ’ C o n n o r (Bill) O’Connor iary, Legion Auxiliary, Church on SeptemWomen United, American Red ber 18, 1954. He was baptized Cross, Fillmore County Histori- and confirmed at St. Columban cal Society, Girl Scouts of Amer- Catholic Church in Preston. He ica, and Fillmore County ARC. attended Preston Public School She was a student of life and graduated in 1973. Bill was with an unrelenting penchant a member of the Preston football for passing those lessons onto team that was runner-up at the all. She taught for several years state championship. He was and was the genealogist for the always very proud of that. Fillmore County Historical Bill attended college in Society for over 20 years. Her Charles City, Iowa and worked knowledge and wisdom helped at the Oliver – White Tracguide her eight children -- Terry tor Company. He also worked (Janet), Scott (Trish), Jacqueline at Crenlo in Rochester, Larson (Jeff), Pamela (Alyson), Charles Siding and Windows, Taco Bell, (Cindy), Timothy (Michelle), U.S. Census Bureau, and did Todd (Tana) and Elizabeth telemarketing from his home. (Michael); 24 grandchildren and In 1975, Bill married DeeOnn 7 great-grandchildren through Hildebrand and they were later all walks of life. She was pre- divorced. Bill enjoyed fishing, ceded in death by her grandson, playing cards, camping, gardenAndrew Drogemuller; her broth- ing, and reading. Bill was preer, Howard Sanborn; her sister, ceded in death by his parents, Wilma Reuter; and her husband, Paul and Freda O’Connor; his paternal grandparents, Michael Galard Bestor. Visitation was at 10 a.m. Sat- and Catherine O’Connor; urday, April 2 at the United maternal grandparents, William Methodist Church in Chatfield. and Emma Kramer; one brother, The memorial service started at Donald; one sister-in-law, Nancy 11 a.m., with committal in the O’Connor; and one niece. Chatfield Cemetery following He is survived by three broththereafter. Pastor Mark Wood- ers: Kenneth “Buzz” of Harmony, James (Ann) of Preston, Patrick ward officiated. Riley Funeral Home in (Kathy Pederson) of Dexter, two Chatfield assisted the family sisters: Kathleen “Kay” (Vern)

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barchik of West Allis, Wisc. A funeral service was held for Hunter at 11 a.m. Friday, April 1 at the Lanesboro High School, with Pastor Aaron Wagner of Bear Creek Christian Church officiating. Hunter Wayne Bergo Hunter Wayne Bergo, 10, of Visitation took place 4 p.m. Chatfield, passed away Saturday, - 8 p.m. on Thursday, March March 26, 2016 in a ATV acci- 31 at Lanesboro High School, Lanesboro and one hour prior dent near to the funeral service on Friday. his home. A committal service followed Hunter at Pilot Mound Lutheran Cemwas born etery in rural Chatfield. Nove mb e r Johnson-Riley Funeral Home 30, 2005 in Lanesboro assisted the family in Brainerd, with arrangements. To share Minn. to condolences with the famRyker Bergo Hunter Wayne ily, please visit www.rileyfuneraland Cheryl Bergo homes.com. Klein. Hunter was in the fourth grade class at Lanesboro ElePaul Vickerman mentary School. There isn’t Paul I. Vickerman, age 76, enough time or space to describe of rural Mabel, died unexpectjust how wonderful and amaz- edly Friday, March 26, 2016 at ing Hunter was and anyone who his home. has ever met him can attest to Paul was born June 7, 1939 that. Hunter was our angel on at home in the Wisel area of earth. He was loving, kind, con- the “Big Woods” in Fillmore siderate, sensitive, funny, bril- County, Minn., to Irvin and liant, creative and he cared about Marion (Soiney) Vickerman. everyone. He always made sure He attended the “Cigar Box” everyone felt happy and wel- country school near Amherst, come no matter where he was then the Spring Grove Public or who he was around. He loved School. From 1962 – 1964 helping out at home and was he served in the United States the best big brother in the world, Army. Paul farmed the family even if that meant changing a farm, drove semi and straight diaper or brushing his brothers trucks, purchased the Victor teeth. He was very active and Mitchell farm in the late 1960s, loved to hunt, fish, play basket- worked at Mabel Quality Redi ball, ride his dirt bike, play with Mix, was proud to have worked his dog Ginger and wrestle. He on Wake Island for 14 months, always loved to joke around with and did custom bulldozing. his friends and family. He enjoyed working with His infectious joy and smile farm equipment and horses and lit up every person around him. collecting miniature farm toys. He was the definition of joy and He enjoyed his daily visits with innocence. Hunter has taught us the regulars at BBG’s, was very more in his short ten years about involved with the Friendship the true meaning of selfless love Wagon Train for Camp Winthan most could in twenty life- nebago and going on trail rides, times. Heaven will forever be and spending hours with family brighter because of our angel. and friends over many cups of Hunter is lovingly remem- coffee. bered by his parents, Ryker and Paul is survived by two sons, Lena Bergo of Pilot Mound Shannon (Shirley) Vickerman and Cheryl and Matt Zeller of of Caledonia, Minn., and Shelby Kenyon; brothers Zeke Bergo Vickerman of Mabel; a grandand Quadyn Kettner; step- son, Andrew; special friend, siblings Haley Zeller, Makayla Julie Lau of Harmony; brothers Zeller, and Megan Zeller; pater- and sisters: Phyllis Waadevig of nal grandparents, Doreen Bergo Chatfield, Lois Day of Mabel, of Wykoff and Wayne Bergo of Ronald (Judy) Vickerman of Lanesboro; maternal grandpar- Mabel, Curtis (Lisa) Vickerents Kaye and Bridg Moreland man of Mabel, Gary Vickerman of Polk City, Iowa; Brad and of Leroy, Linnett Williams of Antge Klein of Salt Lake City, Mabel, and Laurie (Al) Wendel Utah; and Ann and Leigh Gro- of Mabel; and several nieces and

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nephews. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Irvin and Marion Vickerman; a sister, Diana; infant nieces Kari Ann Vickerman and Jodi Wilhelmson, and brothers-in-law, Clifford Waadevig and Jim Day. To honor Paul’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral. The Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel assisted the family. Thomas “Doc” Hagan Thomas “Doc” Hagan has gone on to be with his Father in Heaven early Easter morning, March 27, 2016. He will be deeply missed by all the hearts he touched in his 82 years here on earth. Doc was a healer by trade, that blessed the people he Thomas “Doc” took care of Hagan in his over 50 years of practice as a chiropractor, a vocation that was his passion. A self-made man, Doc put himself through school, graduating an entire year early, then worked hard and faithfully his whole life to provide for his family and community. A wise man that could tenderly guide and advise from his heart, he has forever changed the lives of those who knew him. He enjoyed many things in life. He played the piano masterfully, loved fishing, boating, flying his airplane, playing cribbage with a loved one, and wouldn’t turn down a well-made martini and conversation offered in friendship. Thomas leaves this world a better place than he found it with his legacy of love that lives on through his children: Debbie (John) Ewald of Great Falls, Diane Robidou of Bozeman, Shelly (Cliff) Suek of Dutton, Thomas L. Hagan III of St. Charles, Minn., Julie (Mike) Charlebois of Lanesboro, Minn., Mary Kay (John) Sweers of Soda Springs, Idaho, Katy (Bruce) Poitra of Great Falls, Tommi Lynn Godwin, Abraham Godwin and James Godwin; 21 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren, all of whom he loved deeply, individually and with their own special relationship tailor made for just them. His family invited any and all who knew and loved him to a celebration of life memorial service at Solid Rock Bible Church on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 1 p.m. Good bye Doc, it was a life changing honor to know you.

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The EDA has since applied for a nearly $8 million, 2016 state bonding grant for Phase II renovations. In 2015 an additional $23,188 in private donations or grants was received for the arts center. An estimated 4,135 visitors have come to the arts center, injecting over $100,000 back into the local economy. The EDA aided the EZ Fabricating expansion and partnered financially with the regional effort known as Journey to Growth. Thirty thousand dollars of the Rochester Sales Tax Fund was set aside for the facade improvement project. Business in brief • City Clerk Joel Young reported that the city successfully met the requirements for the Local Government Pay Equity Act. The review is conducted every three years.

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• Brian Burkholder, Public Works, explained that four firms submitted feasibility study proposals to improve Industrial Drive northwest and southeast of Hillside Drive. He recommended the proposal from WSB as it was the least costly, not to exceed $1,985. The WSB proposal was accepted. • Approval was given to purchase seven pet waste dispensers at a total cost of $420. The dispensers come with 400 bags. The pet dispensers will be placed in the city’s parks. • Approval was given to place a “stop for pedestrians” sign at each of the downtown cross walks. • Residents no longer have to separate recyclables, but can put them all in one container for pick up. • The citywide collection for 2016 was approved and will be held on May 9.

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outstanding bonds are being paid on a timely basis, and revenues in the city’s utilities are generally keeping pace with rising operating expenses. The council voted to accept the audit as presented. Mike Bubany spoke to the council regarding the Resolution 2016-17, Resolution Providing for Competitive Sale of $1,550,000 Bond, regarding the upcoming street project. He said, “Spring Valley is in a strong position, financially speaking”, and pointed out that the proposed resolution simply sets the sale date of the bond. Regarding discussion of whether the bond should be for ten or fifteen years,

Wykoff news By Donna Erdman John Rezarch resigned recently as Public Works Director/head waste water supervisor for the City of Wykoff. Misty Heusinkveld and Cindy Erding spent the weekend visiting Bethany Erding in Washington, D.C. Some have tulips in bloom and others have strawberry and delphinum plants sprouting up. Robins seem to enjoy a bird bath. Brandon and Laura Brase, William and Isabel spent Easter with their family in Waverly, Iowa. Easter dinner guests of Ron and Karen Rollie were Mitch and Lisa Mlinar of Spring Valley and their son, Cory of Stewartville. Ben and Theresa Keyes, their daughter Alishia Keys of Minneapolis, Don and Helen Keyes had Easter dinner at the home of Jo and Karen Keyes in Rochester. Orlo Link had Easter dinner with his daughter, Brenda and Don in Rochester. Al Williams’ grandaughters spent the weekend with him. Girls softball practice will begin this week for GMLOK and the first game will be April 5 in Eyota.

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he added, “My thought was, if we’re going to be layering things, wouldn’t you want to be in and out of a piece of debt quicker, to free up capacity for that next piece quicker?...The ten-year plan is what we’d done when we put that thing up on the wall, and I think we’re in agreement now that ten years is the way to go, not fifteen.” The council unanimously approved Resolution 2016-17 as proposed. The sale date is set for May 9, with a closing date of May 25. Next, there was an update regarding services from Sunshine Sanitation. Regarding leaf pickup, Deb Zimmer stated, “They proposed that we have residents pay for Sunshine bags for leaf pickup. Chad (Hindt) has gra-

ciously agreed that the street crew will do twice-a-year leaf pickup.” Council member Todd Jones asked if there will be a senior discount for garbage service, and Zimmer said, “It’s not in the contract, but they will offer it.” She said she didn’t know the age requirement for those wanting to apply for the senior discount, but added that it will result in everyother-week pickup for those getting the discount. The council OK’d spending up to $3,500 in Capital Funds on additional emergency management radios, since some of the city’s radios are obsolete. Staff will look into buying good used radios in addition to some new radios, to stretch the dollars effectively.

Easter dinner guests with Kathleen Mulhern were Jo and Amy and family, Mark and family from Shorewood, Mary from Eden Prairie, and Don from Superior, Wisc. LaDonna Nash was dinner guest at the home of Jeff and Tammy Kappers and immediate family. The Fillmore Free Methodist Church services were well attended and they had a free breakfast between services, with egg bake, rolls, fruit, and beverages which gave way to fellowship. John and Joann Glady flew to Denver last week to visit their daughter, Sister Mary Elisha and other relatives in Colorado. They left before the 20” of snow fell and before the airport closed. The regular meeting of the Salvation Army Fillmore County service unit was cancelled on Thursday, due to the snow storm. The Wykoff United Methodist Church held a Good Friday service at the church. Visitors were from the Immanual Lutheran Church. Easter Sunday Lynn & Joan Kidd went to the Dexter United Methodist Church for morning worship. After church they went to their daughter, Diane O’Connor’s home for Easter dinner. Other guests were Russell and Becky Kidd.

On Monday, March 28, Lynn Kidd’s birthday, he had coffee and cake served at The Gateway to celebrate his birthday with friends. It will be great to have Margaret’s Tea Room opened for a new season. They will open on April 1. Call for reservations! On Tuesday morning, Wendy Grabau had brunch with Connie Krueger in Stewartville. On Saturday, Bretta drove to the cities where she met her college roommate for lunch and returned Saturday night. Following St. John’s Lutheran Church 6 a.m. sunrise service breakfast was served, with freewill donation to support the TFC members attending the LCMS Youth Gathering and Higher Things Reatreat in the month of July. The 9 a.m. service followed the breakfast/fellowship. Stephanie Erdman invited Donna for Easter at the home of Neil and Barb Lang in Albert Lea with families and dinner. It was a belssing to see Stephanie walking after her hip replacement. There was an overlfow of food and fellowship. June Hellerud, Marvin Meyer, and Mike Ramaker came to visit Marguerite Peterson during the week. John, Deena, and family came on Saturday. Sunday guests were Stephanie Snow, Randy and Tracy Anderson from Plum Valley, Wisc. Barbara Schroeder of Wanamingo came to visit her parents Mary and Don Jesche. Karl, Janelle, Julia, and Jacques Campeau from Mankato and Nick, Margaret, and Rachel Hewitt from LaValle, Wisc., spent Easter weekend at the John and JoAnn Glady home. On Easter Sunday, Sandy and Bill Luce had her side, which included their son, Dan Luce from Cannon Falls; my brother, Duane and Pat Doherty from Racine and their daughter, Julie Doherty from Rochester; and two sons, Peter and Tish Doherty and three children from Spring Valley and Nick and Kristina and son from Racine; a daughter of Rita and Cliff Sackett, Denise and Scott Mueller and three children from Rochester; her sister-in-law Deb Doherty from Spring Valley and her two children from Rochester; and Austin and two stepsons, Scott Doherty from Rochester and Kevin and two sons from Plainview. They all enjoyed an Easter egg hunt in the afternoon in their yard with the piles of snow here and there.

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. John Clarey gave the council a progress report on the storage room being built within the ambulance building, saying, “The store room is progressing nicely… it’s gone amazingly quickly.” He also submitted a written report on ambulance calls in February. The report shows a total of 34 calls for service, with 27 requiring transportation. The ambulance vehicles racked up roughly 1600 miles in the month, and staff training is going well. Tony Archer spoke on behalf of library director Jenny Simon, who was absent, saying that the Spring Valley Area Community Foundation gave a grant of $650 for the library’s kids summer reading program, and the Kiwanis Club donated twenty new books

for kids. John Fenske, Parks Director, said the mass registration day will be May 18, and he stated, “The Community Center has been busier than ever”. Sheriff Tom Kaase and Deputy Tim Rasmussen submitted a written monthly report of the department’s activity for February, which included 48 calls for service. It also outlined the squad cars’ condition, mileage, and maintenance concerns. Troy Lange reported “a quiet month for calls” for the Fire Department. Deb Zimmer reminded the council that the Board of Review meeting will be April 11 at 5:30pm, immediately before the next regular council meeting. The meeting adjourned about 6:50 p.m.

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Commonweal Theatre continues Fillmore/Houston County free nights LANESBORO, MN — The Commonweal Theatre Company announces performance dates for its 2016 Free County Night Program. Theatre lovers living and/or working in Fillmore or Houston Counties are invited to attend—free of charge—Henrik Ibsen’s satirical, political comedy The League of Youth on Thursday, April 14; the hilarious musical comedy Souvenir on Thursday, May 12; the swashbuckling classic The Three Musketeers on Thursday, June 23; the poignant and funny Pride’s Crossing on Thursday, September 15; and the holiday favorite A Christmas Carol on Thursday, December 1. Following the tradition of previous seasons, the Commonweal is renewing its commitment to local charities through a “pay it

forward” approach. As a nonprofit, the Commonweal relies on generous donations from audiences and corporations to sustain programming; in turn, the theatre extends that generosity to the community five nights a year with the offer of free tickets. The intention is to remove any cost barrier for Commonweal’s closest neighbors to attend their local professional theatre. The 2016 season will again encourage patrons to contribute items to a social or service organization chosen based on specific themes of season productions. The opportunity to donate will be available for the entire run of each production, but primarily focuses on those patrons attending the complimentary performances. Previous charitable contribu-

tions have been very successful, with the most popular being the more than 75 new art supplies collected during the run of Little Women in 2015, which were donated to the Mayo Clinic’s Eugenio Litta Children’s Hospital. For the Commonweal’s first production of the season, The League of Youth, the partner charity is Hope Coalition, a shelter for women and children seeking relief from domestic abuse based in Red Wing, Minn. An example of items that will be accepted are: sheets and towels, slippers, toiletries, kitchenware, baby items such as diapers and wipes, gift cards for restaurants and box stores as well as bus passes. During the performance periods of both Souvenir and The Three Mus-

Local dancers to perform at Outback Bowl A group of Just For Kix – Harmony dancers have been selected as part of the Outback Bowl National Performance Team for the 2017 Outback Bowl Halftime and pregame shows. The Outback Bowl is a college football bowl game on January 1, featuring teams from the SEC and Big 10 Conferences. Program director Vicki Musel will also be attending. The performance tour will take place from December 28 to January 3. Around 800 people will be part of the tour, including dancers, parents, chaperones, coaches, and Just For Kix staff. Dancers audition from all over the United States to be a part of this group. There are approximately 400 dancers from about 15 states. “We are looking for dancers with excellent stage presence and tightness. They need to be able to

perform,” says Cindy Clough, Just For Kix Executive Director. “Many times dancers are singled out on the big screen and we need to be assured they will be smiling and in sync. They need to be able to adapt to changes and not only know their part, but perform it well. Dancers should be flexible, as we execute high kicks and they should be able to do toe touches, turns, and leaps; whatever the routine requires that year. It generally isn’t as technically difficult as it is fun. They need to go with the theme and perform as if they are on Broadway.” Dancers will learn routines by video prior to the trip. They must arrive in Tampa with a firm grasp of all choreography. Once in Tampa, the formations and shows will be put together. Dancers practice approximately 15 hours once in Tampa. The pregame show is themed

“All American” and pays tribute to the USA and 15th anniversary of September 11. All performers will wear red, white, and blue to bring the America theme to life. The 400 dancers will cover the entire field from end zone to end zone. The halftime show will be “Get On Your Feet’, a Latin inspired performance. Songs such as Oye Como Va, Copa Cobana, Get On Your Feet, and La Bamba will be used for the performance with colorful costumes and props. A mass band with over 2,000 members will play the music for the halftime performance. They are directed by Dr. Richard Miles, Professor of Music and Director of Bands of Morehead State University in Kentucky. Band arrangements will be a joint effort of Dr. R. Willis Rapp and Dr. Larry Blocher, of Oklahoma. The Outback Bowl dancers are coordinated by Just For Kix, out of Brainerd, Minn. This will be the 30th Bowl Game halftime show that Just For Kix has produced. Choreography is arranged by the Just For Kix staff under the direction of Cindy Clough. The crowd is typically around 63,000 fans at the Outback Bowl, which is broadcasted on national television. In addition to practicing and performing, the dancers and chaperones will go to Clearwater Beach, Busch Gardens, a Disney Theme Park and a dinner cruise on the Yacht Starship. They will also have an awards banquet after the performance at the hotel. Over the next several months, the team, known as the Root River Outback Bowl Dancers will be fundraising to raise money for their upcoming trip. They will participate in Trout Days, the 4th of July Harmony festival and various other activities throughout the area. To make a contribution, contact Vicki Musel at harmony_mn@ justforkix.com.

keteers, the donor charity will be Catholic Charities Diocese of Winona Refugee Resettlement Program. Housewares of all types will be accepted as donation. For Pride’s Crossing, the theatre will once again provide donations for SEMAC Preston Food Shelf and “Art for Kids” returns during the run of A Christmas Carol. For a complete list of acceptable donation items, call the theatre at (800) 657-7025. All performances begin at 7:30 p.m. and while admission is free of charge to residents and employees of Fillmore and Houston Counties, seating is limited and reservations are strongly recommended at least two weeks in advance. There is a limit of four tickets per household. Free County Nights at the Common-

weal Theatre are made possible with support from the Houston Dental Clinic, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans in Lanesboro and Winona, POET Biorefining, Gundersen Health System, Rushford Community Foundation, Nethercut Law Office and Post Bulletin. Funding for the Commonweal Theatre’s programming is provided in part by a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature, a grant from the McKnight Foundation and other private funders. For more information about the 2016 season, visit www.commonwealtheatre.org. To reserve tickets, contact the box office at (800) 657-7025 or send an email to tickets@commonwealtheatre.org.

Operation Round Up grants $4,100 to local causes RUSHFORD, MN, March 14, 2016 — Tri-County Electric Cooperative’s Operation Round Up Trust Board met on February 26 and elected to donate $4,100 to the following worthy organizations: • $1,100, Goodview Elementary School, for Engino model sets for third and fourth grade classrooms for the purpose of engineering project-based learning. • $1,000, local food shelves, for food for residents in need. The amount is divided equally between 10 food shelves (Caledonia, Hokah, Houston, Mabel, Preston, Rushford, St. Charles, Spring Valley, Winona and Wykoff). • $1,000, Gundersen Tweeten Care Center, Spring Grove, for the installation of new handicapped accessible toilets and improving hallway lighting. • $750, Friends of the Houston Nature Center, for equipment and materials for the nature-based summer wildlife program.

• $250, Money Creek Township Legacy Council, for building a pavilion for Money Creek Park. Operation Round Up is funded by donations made by members of Tri-County Electric Cooperative who voluntarily have their electric bill rounded up to the next dollar. About 1,600 members currently participate with the average of $6 a year per member. It truly shows that small change can make a difference. To learn more about Operation Round Up or to round up your electric bill, visit www.tec.coop. TEC is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative serving three counties in Minnesota including: Winona, Houston and Fillmore and parts of Olmsted and Mower counties in Minnesota and Howard, Winneshiek and Allamakee counties in Iowa. It provides electricity to more than 15,000 services in the area. TEC is a Touchstone Energy Cooperative.

ELCA Women’s Spring Gathering of the Root River Conference Come Saturday, April 30 to Highland Prairie Lutheran Church in rural Peterson, for Inspiration and Fellowship. Our theme is “Glorifying God through our Achievements”. The speaker is Rob Severson, formerly from Harmony. An offering will be taken for the benefit of the Fillmore, Houston, and Winona Food shelves, and Winona Campus Ministry and

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Rushford gears up for Tri-City Challenge, Conquer the Bluff, and SpectaculAir

A vintage Ryan PT-22 Recruit WWII Warbird will be a draw at the 2016 SpectaculAir, slated for this September in Rushford. Photo provided by Rushford SpectaculAir Facebook page By Kirsten Zoellner A concise Monday, March 28 Rushford Council meeting provided those in attendance with details about two events slated for 2016 which are poised to become a draw for residents and visitors to the valley. The fouritem agenda also saw the approval of two separate measures. Up first, speaking on behalf of the Foundation for RushfordPeterson Schools, was Lisa Ledebuhr, current foundation president. The foundation is gearing up for its annual fundraiser, the

Tri-City Challenge. The triathlon event is slated for Saturday, October 8 and will include a 5K run on the newly developed city trails, a 13-mile biking course on the Root River State Trail, and a hike course on the city’s crown jewel, Magelssen Bluff. The event will finish at the bluff top. Lunch for participants will be held at Ferndale Country Club. Friday, October 7, the foundation will also host Conquer the Bluff, a fun, all-ages event on the bluff. The event aims to raise schol-

arship funds for Rushford-Peterson seniors. To date, 11 scholarships have been given. Ledebuhr added that the foundation will give up to four scholarships of $500 each, annually. To draw in participants from beyond Rushford-Peterson Valley, the foundation is working with Anderson Race Management on marketing. “We’re really hoping to grow this event,” noted Ledebuhr. The city will cover the event on its existing insurance at no additional cost to the city. Also on hand at the meeting were Rushford Airport Commission Chairwoman Charla Meirtschin, Rushford Airport Fixed Base Operator Mike Thern, and Commissioner Carolyn Dunham. Commission plans are underway for the 2016 SpectaculAir event at the Rushford Municipal Airport, Sunday, September 25, from 10-4 p.m. This year, the event will be focusing on and featuring Commemorative Air Force WWII warbirds and vintage aircraft. All of the aircraft in the WWII Expo were “trainers” for American and allied pilots and include planes such as the SNJ-T6 Texan, Stinson L-5 Sentinel, Vultee BT-13 Valiant, and Ryan PT-22 Recruit. As part of the fly-in, events for the day will include a pre-

sentation of colors, cockpit tours and flights, live music by the Cedar Valley Blue Grass Band, dancing, hangar talks and guest speakers, classic cars in Hangar Alley, “55YMess” food, and more. The rain or shine event will likely be a big draw for aeronautic enthusiasts and veterans, but it is geared for all ages. Twenty-six, half-hour rides in the vintage planes are available at varying costs. Any profit made from the event will go to offset costs and for future SpectaculAir events. All children 12 and under will receive a balsa wood plane and commemorative pens will provided to adult attendees. The admittance cost is $5 per person, 12 and up. Also assisting with the event is Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 919, who will serve as tarmac crews and flight communications. An EAA Chili Feed is also slated for Saturday, April 9 for those interested in learning more about SpectaculAir. More information about Rushford SpectaculAir can be found on Facebook. In other news, the city unanimously approved a low bid of $7,954 by Affordable Roofing & Siding for the reroofing of five city buildings, including the Aquatic Center, the Waste-

water Treatment Plant office and garage, and two well house buildings. The four bids received were for labor only. The city will be purchasing the materials directly. Materials are expected to cost approximately $15,000. The funds will be coming from the Aquatic Center or Water/ Wastewater Funds, depending on the site. Past due charges for 305 N. Mill Street, parcel 06.0366.010 have been certified to the Fillmore County Auditor for collection with 2016 property taxes. The owner was made aware they may request a hearing, but declined the hearing. A neighborhood informational meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, April 7, from 6-8 p.m., at city hall, for property owners affected by the 2016 Street & Utility Reconstruction Project of Hillcrest Drive and South Burr Oak Street. This is an opportunity for residents to view plans, provide feedback, and ask questions. Bolton & Menk Consulting Engineer Brian Malm will be on hand to answer questions. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

Bluff Country HRA, serving Fillmore and Houston counties, is working with Minnesota Housing to provide affordable first-time homebuyer loans More than $688,579 in resources available in 2016 RUSHFORD, MN – Minnesota Housing announced that $56 million is available to provide affordable mortgages to first-time homebuyers through a collaboration with Minnesota cities and counties, including $688,579 for Bluff Country HRA, serving Fillmore and Houston counties. Homebuyers can take advantage of these resources through the Minnesota Housing Start Up loan

program, which offers fixed interest rates and downpayment and closing cost loans up to $10,000 for eligible first-time homebuyers. Buyers can purchase homes in Fillmore or Houston counties that cost up to $258,600 (greater Minnesota). Income limits vary by location and household size, going up to $89,000 for Fillmore and Houston counties. Minnesota Housing is a state

agency that provides access to safe and affordable housing and builds stronger communities across the state. Minnesota Housing offers purchase, refinance, and home improvement loans, as well as financing for affordable rental housing throughout the state. “Minnesota Housing’s affordable loans, combined with the support of the Bluff Country HRA and local lenders, will help

more families achieve homeownership,” said Minnesota Housing Commissioner Mary Tingerthal. First-time buyers can get started by contacting participating lenders in the Fillmore and Houston County area (Winona County lenders can also provide loans in Fillmore and Houston counties). Visit www.mnhousing.gov for a full list of approved lenders, current interest rates, and program

Fillmore Central High School student recipient of Minnesota State High School League ExCEL award MINNEAPOLIS, March 15, 2016 – Wells Fargo announced Kiera Olson of Fillmore Central High School has been named a recipient of the ExCEL (Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership) Program. Wells Fargo sponsors the ExCEL Program as part of its premier

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the bar high for others through all that they are accomplishing during their high school years.” Wells Fargo is sponsoring this program for the first time this year. Wells Fargo is the premier corporate sponsor of the MSHSL. This sponsorship helps offset the costs associated with tournaments and fine arts events for Minnesota students. It also supports programs such as the MSHSL High School Hall of Fame. About Wells Fargo Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a diversified, community-based financial services company with $1.8 trillion in assets. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in San Francisco, Wells Fargo provides banking,

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kindergarten. During the classroom visit you will be exploring the room with different activities. We will also offer supervision for your other children on Tuesday evening if you are in need of it. Please contact Brenda Ristau with the number of children during the Tuesday evening meeting so we can plan for the number of supervisors needed. If you have any questions or concerns or are unable to attend the round-up, please call the elementary office at 765-3809 (option 1). If you have made the decision

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Gilbert, a lovable, playful friend Gilbert loves people, especially children, and they love him. Why wouldn’t they? Gilbert is a fine specimen of a dog with a shiny black coat and a quirky, fun personality. His intelligence shines through his bright eyes. People are drawn to Gilbert and their response is to reach out and pet his glossy coat. Often, the question is, “I suppose I should not pet him?” as a hand is reached out to achieve this very goal. It is not my husband’s nature to be unfriendly, and so this poses a dilemma.

Shopping at a food co-op, the eager, smiling face of the young man with developmental disabilities was impossible to deny. He happily petted Gilbert to his hearts content before moving on to shop with his mother. We arrived at training at Can Do Canine’s full of anticipation and a little intrepidation, at our first meeting with Gilbert. After seeing plaques on the wall with the appealing names of Gypsy and Gamble, we were reluctant to embrace a dog given the old-fashioned, out of vogue, name of Gilbert.

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sons with gentle good humor until he has had enough commotion. Then he heads for Lu or his kennel. Gilbert’s nature is certainly not that of a stodgy character, as his name first implied. His name has grown on us, and we now think it cute. Endearments include “Gilbie” and “Gillie”. However, our favorite nickname is “Gilbear”, because he is such a teddy bear, warm and cuddly, a friend you want to hold onto for life.

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Commonweal Theatre Company announces 19th annual Ibsen Festival LANESBORO, MN. — The Commonweal Theatre Company announces its 19th Annual Ibsen Festival April 15-17 in downtown Lanesboro. Named for Henrik Ibsen, the acclaimed “Father of Modern Drama”, the Festival is a celebration of Scandinavian theatre, visual art, music and dance, centered amidst the opening of Commonweal’s annual Ibsen production. This yearly gathering of artists and craftsmen was honored in 2008 by the Norwegian Government, who awarded the Commonweal Theatre one of only four inaugural International Ibsen Scholarships in recognition of its ongoing commitment to producing the works of Ibsen, one of the world’s premiere playwrights. Highlighting this year’s festival is the opening of a world-premiere adaptation of Ibsen’s The League of Youth on Saturday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m. The action of the play follows the meteoric rise of young politician Stensgaard who is willing to do and say anything in his climb up the political ladder. In this election year, this

thought-provoking comedy will certainly seem shockingly familiar. The play is adapted by Minnesota playwright Jeffrey Hatcher, directed by Commonweal Executive Director Hal Cropp, and features Commonweal resident ensemble member Gary Danciu in the role of Stensgaard. “I’m very excited,” says Cropp, “to bring to the stage Ibsen’s only satirical comedy. There is also a topical benefit in producing a play about the politics of Ibsen’s day during a year when the country’s imagination has become transfixed by our own current political situation.” The cast includes Commonweal ensemble members Scott Dixon, David Hennessey, Megan K. Pence and Brandt Roberts. The company is pleased to welcome the return of Ben Gorman to the stage in his debut performance as a resident ensemble member for 2016. Longtime Commonweal patrons will remember Gorman from his work with the company most recently in 2005. The cast rounds out with annual company members Abbie Cathcart, Elizabeth Dunn, and guest artist

Miriam Monasch. Stage manager Bailey Otto, with the help of Commonweal production nanager and lighting designer Thomas White, leads the production team which includes Kit Mayer (set design), Barb Portinga (costume design), David Wasserman (sound design) and Kami Spaulding (props design). The League of Youth is Hatcher’s seventh Ibsen adaptation created for the Commonweal. A renowned American playwright, his credits include Compleat Female Stage Beauty, Scotland Road and Three Viewings, along with adaptations of Jean Anouilh’s To Fool the Eye and Henry James’ Turn of the Screw. This worldpremiere production is one in a series of new Ibsen adaptations he and the Commonweal have developed for the American stage which include John Gabriel Borkman, An Enemy of the People, Pillars of Society, A Doll’s House, Brand and last season’s The Master Builder. The production of The League of Youth runs through June 11 at the theatre in downtown Lanesboro.

The Ibsen Festival offers events and presentations throughout the weekend to allow guests to experience Norwegian culture in a variety of ways. The Commonweal is proud to welcome Andrew Friedman as the festival keynote speaker. Mr. Friedman is a PhD candidate at the City University of New York’s Graduate Center and an adjunct lecturer at NYU’s Tisch School of Drama where he teaches courses on Henrik Ibsen and European theatre. His research and publications focus on contemporary productions of Ibsen’s plays and the current experimental theatres of Europe and the US. Mr. Friedman’s address will focus on the composition and public reception of one of Ibsen’s most popular and innovative plays. As part of the events on Saturday, April 16, the Commonweal will play host to a special forum which will include young politicians from across the state. Playing off the major themes of The League of Youth, these young lawmakers will discuss their own personal journeys from the decision

making process to the eventual run for office. The Commonweal is also pleased to welcome Pulitzer Prize winning political cartoonist Kevin Siers of the Charlotte Observer in North Carolina. Mr. Siers will hold an “artist chat” on Saturday evening prior to the performance which will focus on his approach to his job and the implications involved. Mr. Siers will display his work as well as offer live demonstrations during his presentation. A full schedule of all festival events is available at www.ibsenfest.org and will be updated right up until opening day of the event. Funding for Commonweal Theatre’s programming is provided in part by a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature, a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and private funders. For more details, including information about schedules, tickets and other Commonweal programs, visit www.commonwealtheatre.org or call the box office at (800) 657-7025.

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Fillmore County Sports Softball Preview By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com The softball season starts with a change. It is now four classes versus three. Chatfield and FC/L move up to Class AA with The Trende Report GMLOK, while R-P, Houston, and M-C remain in Class A. T h e last team standing in 2015 Paul Trende were the Falcons of Fillmore Central/Lanesboro. Tris Tollefson’s club had a banner year (20-7). They posted a best ever Section 1A runner-up finish (1A East runner-up). Two AllConference players graduated, Steph Erickson (SS) and fiveyear All-State pitcher Morgan Malley. Two two-time A-C players return, seniors Shelby Ebner (catcher) and Megan He n d r i c k son (2B). Three other starters, Tay- Shelby Ebner lor PierceSprenger (senior OF), Haley Polin (junior 3B), and Gabby Brazee (senior OF) are also back. Pierce-Sprenger was A-C in 2014. Caitlyn Walsh (senior) is the only returning pitcher to toss innings a year ago. FCL opens with four roads games. They host a tournament on April 23 and have double-headers versus L-A, Cotter, and R-P. Getting edged out in the section final three by the Falcons (1-0 in 11 innings) were the Chatfield Gophers. Jeff Johnson’s ladies had another great year (19-6, 1A East champs). They graduated a pair of A-C players (Brook Irish, Kirsten Keefe). They return two as well. Fi f t h - y e a r stand-out M e g a n LaPlante (senior, 3B) Megan LaPlante was Chatfield’s best average hitter, while Sydney Gould (senior, catcher) wasn’t far behind. Seniors Hailee Stock (P/1B) and Kaylie Bernard (OF) also return, as do experienced youngsters, strong-hitting Belle Berg (frosh SS), and, already-mound-experienced Lexi Chase (8th grader, P). The latter pitched 10-plus innings in Chatfield’s play-off loss to FCL. Chatfield has double-dips with W-K and Southland. They are at FCL on May 3. They have the Stewartville Tourney May 13. Returning the healthiest batch

of starters of the county teams are the GMLOK Bulldogs. John Fenske’s team lost in the section quarters last season (4-3 in 10 innings to St. Charles). They finished at 10-10. All-Conference pitcher/OF Jamie Stevens graduated. Everybody else is back, a cast headed by returning A-C players Gracie Schmidt (junior catcher) and Gretchen Corson (junior OF). Fellow returnee Rio Landers (3B) is the only senior. J u n i o r s Courtney Schmidt (SS) and Alayna Meskill have played since 8th grade; Courtney Fate Gretchen (1B), Kellyn Corson Webster (2B), Hattie Voigt (OF), and Marissa Lovejoy (OF) played last season. The Bulldogs have a 9-gal junior class. GMLOK has no scheduled double-headers. Chatfield comes calling April 7 with the re-match on May 10. The Bulldogs host FCL on April 26. The top returning Class A softball team, by record, are Kati Bergey’s Mabel-Canton Cougars. M-C went 7-10 a year ago, falling to Goodhue in the section quarters. They lost one A-C player (3B Hannah Nolte), but return two All-SEC picks in senior Emma Wathier (OF) and junior Coranda Vickerman (SS). Also back are Courtney Graves (junior catcher), Maddy Michels (freshman catcher/OF), Lexi Thorson (freshman OF/P), Hannah Snell (freshman OF/P) and Hannah Underbakke (senior 3B). Finding a new starting pitcher will be M-C’s first big d e c i s i o n . Emma Wathier Last year’s main thrower (Ashlyn Dahl) graduated. M-C has their SEC schedule versus Houston, Lyle/ Pacelli, and Randolph. They have the R-P Tourney on April 16, FCL on April 18. The Houston Hurricanes finished just off M-C’s pace a season ago. Dean Sonsalla’s girls went 6-12. They fell to FCL in the 1A East quarters. The ‘Canes had a trio of All-SEC players in 2015. Alexa Horihan and Nicole Rogich graduated. Solid hitting and pitching senior Cortney Johnston (senior) is the lone All-SEC returnee. She is one of two seniors with fellow returnee Maya Upton (2B). Houston also has back three underclassmen who started all last year; Becca Lee (sophomore SS), Amber Chapel (sophomore OF), and Alyssa Rostad (freshman, OF). Like M-C, they have their small SEC schedule and the R-P Tourney. Rushford-Peterson softball had a tough 2015 season. Pitching was a struggle, the Trojans

didn’t have a senior, and they finished at 2-19 (fell to Chatfield in 1A East quarters). J e r e m y Tesch’s 2016 cast is headed by hardswinging fourth-year starter, lone Cortney 2015 AllJohnston Conference pick, Lauren Hadley (senior OF). Fellow seniors Brooke Johnson (P/IF), Morgan Vitse (SS), Indy Hermanson (OF), and Tatyanna Bronk (catcher) are also back. Experienced juniors Savannah Skalet (P/OF), Allison Oian (2B), Andrea Larson (1B), and Ashley Keenan (OF) make the 2016 Trojan line-up nearly identical to the 2015 version. Their lone scheduled doubleheader is with FCL in late May. They host their Lauren Hadley own tournament (M-C, Goodhue, Houston) on April 16.

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Rushford-Peterson/Houston starts the year boasting a squad with four returning state qualifiers. At the top of Gary Wade’s group is one the state’s best leapers/track athletes, Noah Carlson. The junior already has a rare t/f resume; seven state individual qualifications, two state titles. The 6’2” 180-pounder leapt to Class A Triple Jump and Long Jump championships in 2015 as just a sophomore. Noah Carlson He was inches short of the Class A Triple Jump state record. He didn’t lose an L-Jump or T-Jump competition on the season. He is also a sprint threat, having taken fifth at state in the 200-meters. Two-time state qualifier Matt Culhane is also back. The big fella had first place ripped out from under him last year at the state discus competition. He finished second. Culhane, a senior, is also Matt Culhane a threat in the Shot Put (third at sections). On the girls side, the Tro-Canes return a pair of state qualifiers as well. Junior Ashley Agrimson took fifth place in the Long Jump (TRC champ). She also qualified for sections in the High Jump and 100. Senior Anna Sweet qualified for state in the 200-meters (didn’t place). She also took third at sections in the

100-meters (TRC runner-up in both events). Other noteworthy boys returnees (2015 Section 1A meet qualifiers) are Trevor Lundberg (senior, Discus), Dylan L i n d e r (junior, 800), Branden ChaAshley pel (junior, Agrimson 110-hurdles), and Micah Schutte (senior, Triple Jump). Other noteworthy girls returnees (1A meet qualifiers) are Nicole Blagsvedt (sophomore, Shot Put), Jordyn Holland (junior, Shot Put), Kjersta Lind (junior, Pole Vault), Olivia Hoff (sophom o r e , 100-hurdles), Carissa Bieberdorf (senior, TriAnna Sweet ple Jump), and the girls 4x100 (Agrimson/ Jessilyn Knutson/Sweet). Lundberg and Holland were TRC boys and girls discus champs. The girls squad finished second at the TRC meet, won SubSection 1, and took third at the Section 1A True Team meet. The boys finished third at the TRC meet. GMLOKS track and field had one male (Dominiq Bouska) and one female (McKenzie Kirtz) qualify for state last year. Each graduated. Girls coach Andrea McKichan returns a great troupe of multi-event 2015 section qualifiers. Senior Sam Siskow competed in three individual events (100-hurdles, 300-hurdles, High Jump). Senior Sydney Bendtsen (200, Long Jump), junior Katelyn Luthe (100-hurdles, 100), and freshman Lauren Buchholtz (400, Long Jump) each qualified in two. With Jordyn Glynn (freshman), who had a single qualification (Triple Jump), and Emily Hovden (sophomore), that Lauren gal-ensemble Buchholtz comprised sectional qualifying 4x100 (Luthe/Glynn), 4x200 (Bendtsen/Hovden/Buchholtz), and 4x400 (Bendtsen/Buchholtz/ Glynn) relay teams. The boys don’t have as much proven talent. Coach Chris Detert’s top returnee is junior Peter Torkelson. He took fifth at sections in the 1,600 a year ago and was a state cross country qualifier in the fall. Chatfield’s track and field season took a bit of a hit in basketball season. Double state qualifier (4x100 and 100), college-bound sprinter, senior Autum Erickson, injured a knee (out for the season). Head Coach Jeff DeBuhr would’ve returned three-fourths of last year’s state runner-up

girls’ 4x100 team (TRC champion 4x100 and 4x200 teams). As is, Mariah Bell (junior) and Danielle Kramer (senior) will anchor the Gopher short relays, events Chatfield has long been strong in. Bell also was a section 1A meet 200meter qualifier. The only other returning Gopher girl to compete Mariah Bell in that meet is senior Makayla Pederson (100-hurdles). On the guys’ side, sophomore Austin Swancutt qualified for the section meet in two events (100, Long Jump). Freshman Gage Tuohy (400), sophomore Nolan Salerno (300-hurdles), and the 4x100 (Ben Muller, Luke Dietz, Hunter Saltou, Nathan Meeker) and 4x200 (Swancutt/Tuohy/ Kevin Bradt) teams also competed. Senior Chase Salerno was injured for the 1A meet. He won multiple hurdle competitions last season. LFCMC track and field, headed by Jared Pierce, had two 2015 state qualifiers. Olivia Haug (discus) graduated. Kiera Olson, the 2015 3,200-meter section champ, returns. The junior finished 8th at state and also bigstage experience from this past fall (Cross Country). Fellow LFC C-C teammates, freshmen Emily SnyKiera Olson der (3,200) and Maddie Smith (800) also return. Snyder just missed state last season (took third at sections). Junior Michaela Brazee (Pole Vault) and eighth grader Emma Breitsprecher (300-hurdles) are back after competing at last year’s 1A meet. On the boys’ side, senior Chris Freese (Discus), junior Treyten Chiglo (Pole Vault), and sophomore Matt Lutes (3,200) competed at the 1A meet last year. Multiple boys and girls relay teams qualified for the 2015 section meet. Some would-be returnees aren’t out. Junior Leah Ruen and sophomore Bailey Ruen are a pair of returning athletes who did run on those teams.

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The Fillmore Central Scholarship Foundation is a locally supported, non-profit, tax-exempt organization. Operated by a volunteer committee, our purpose is to provide scholarships to graduates of Fillmore Central High School.

How can you help? In you are interested in becoming an active volunteer, making a contribution or establishing a scholarship please contact: Fillmore Central Scholarship Foundation %Joyce Hellickson 23997 County 14, Preston, MN 55965

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Preston Area Community Foundation held 10th annual dinner and auction Lutheran Church, Chuck Aug welcomed the crowd as he introduced two grant recipients of the PACF. Carrie Mathison, Art Teacher at Fillmore Central High School, expressed her gratitude to the PACF for supporting the arts with an investment of $1,525 in a pug

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At the annual PACF event, Carrie Mathison, Art Teacher at Fillmore Central High School, thanked the crowd of Preston Area Community Foundation supporters for their investment in a pug mill to start up a ceramics program at the school. Photo by Jason Sethre By Jason Sethre On the evening of Monday, March 28, the Preston Area Community Foundation drew a crowd of nearly 200 local residents, busi-

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mill to start up a ceramics program. Jay Masters, Chairman of the Fillmore Central Monster Bash Haunted House, also thanked the PACF for investing $1,000 in monster bash equipment. See PACF DINNER Page 21 

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In addition to these donations, Will Mensink, the PACF President, presented a 2015 year-inreview, demonstrating a long list of contributions to the community. • $1,000 to Commonweal Theatre Student Matinee Program • $2,000 to Fillmore Central for the Action 100 Reading Program, $2,000 SMIF match, HACF w/ SMIF for $8,000 total.This is now being expanded to include every Falcon student. • $2,000 to Preston Arts Council for Hooked on Preston Muralthis grant served as the 20% they needed to have raised in order to qualify for a $10,000 grant from another organization. • $1,000 to Veterans Cemetery Memorial Rifle Squad Volunteers to purchase winter uniform jackets in order to perform their services

in colder weather. • $500 to Connect Trails Project Master plan. • $2,808 to Preston Historical Society/ National Trout Center for meeting room tables and chairs. This will fund upon final city purchase of the building. According to Mensink, the PACF still has $4,287 available this fiscal year to fund potential grants. Following Mensink’s presentation, Tim Penny, President and CEO of Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, talked about three important goals of the organization. • Early childhood development • Start-ups and entrepreneurship • Helping towns set up local community funds just like the PACF Following Penny’s five minute speech guest speaker Randy

Monday, April 4, 2016 Brock, Chief Meteorologist at KTTC, talked about “Enjoying the Unique Weather and Landscape of SE Minnesota.” Then, Matt Gehling, of Gehling Auction Co. LLC, stepped up to the podium to conduct the live auction. The bidding wars began. According to Will Mensink, referencing the PACF Treasurer’s report, the silent and live auctions generated $17,077.50 at the 2016 PACF Dinner and Auction. It should be noted that Dan Christianson, CEO of F & M Community Bank, pledged to match donations from the crowd, which brought the figure up to such a significant number. Additionally, the “Preston Area Community Foundation continues to be amazed by the generous donors in our area. More good news is that at the end of our fiscal year, SMIF will look at the funds

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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I recently broke my foot and have it in a cast. Am I still allowed to drive? Does it matter which foot it is? Answer: Troy H. There are not Christianson any blanket restrictions, but a physician may restrict a patient “for a temporary condition” on a case-by-case basis. A physician who diagnoses

Red Cross has significant need for type O negative blood Type O negative is often needed in trauma situations ST. PAUL, MN, March 23, 2016 — The American Red Cross has a significant need for type O negative blood donors to donate blood for patients. Type O negative blood can be transfused to patients with any blood type and is often used in emergency situations. While less than 7% of the U.S. population has type O negative blood, hospitals depend on frequent O negative donations to ensure it’s always

available for patients in need. Eligible donors with type O negative blood are encouraged to make a whole blood or double red cell donation, where available, through the Red Cross. During a double red cell donation, two units of red blood cells are collected while most of the plasma and platelets are returned to the donor. “Type O negative donors are an important part of the Red Cross

trauma team,” said Sue Thesenga, Communications Manager, North Central Blood Services. “While all blood types are needed, type O negative donations are necessary in emergency situations when there is no time to determine a patient’s blood type. Because there is such a high demand for type O negative blood, O negative donors are needed to donate often.” Because of generous donors, the Red Cross is able to provide blood products to trauma patients like Carla Randecker. In 1995, a semitruck failed to halt at a stop sign, For all your excavating needs changing Randecker’s life forever. She suffered a broken neck and Hydraulic Thumb femur. She woke from surgery to Jackhammer Work see a bag of blood attached to her Concrete & Rock Busting IV. Demolition “I’m O negative, a rarity,” said Randecker. “All I remember was, Fence Line Clearing wow, someone gave their blood Kevin Nelson, Owner/Operator 507-273-3549 for me. I made a promise that day Trent Nelson, Owner/Operator 507-458-2898 to do the same. When I was well enough, I’d return the favor.” Randecker became a regular blood donor and gave for many years. This past year, her family fulfilled her wish to give blood together. Five of the family members who gave were type O negative, and since then, donating blood has become a family tradition. “If I teach them nothing else, it’s that they should always, always, do for others,” said Randecker. The Red Cross must collect approximately 14,000 blood and platelet donations every day for the patients at about 2,600 hospitals and transfusion centers nationwide. Blood and platelets Farm families have depended on us for decades. are needed to respond to patient We work together with our customers to provide emergencies, including accident and burn victims, heart surgery quality farm insurance and fast local service. and organ transplant patients, and Call us today to discover the advantages of a those receiving treatment for leutrusted company for your insurance needs. kemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. Those who come to donate now through May 15, 2016, will be entered to win four single-day AGENTS: tickets to any of 10 Cedar Fair Creighton Horihan, Jan Haugen, Jim Peterson theme parks in the U.S. For a full www.horihan.com • 1-888-600-9002 list of participating parks, visit 302 South Mill Street • Rushford, MN 55971 redcross.cedarfair.com.

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for an additional $1 for every $10 raised,” shared PACF President Will Mensink. a physical or mental condition that will significantly impair the person’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle may voluntarily report the person’s name and other relevant information to the commissioner of the Department of Public Safety. Every driver is responsible for maintaining control of their vehicle at all times and must use due care in operating a vehicle. 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) redcrossblood.org or call 1 (800) RED CROSS 1 (800) 733-2767 to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at checkin. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.

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Fillmore County Police Reports Chatfield Police Department Boyd Winson Charles Nelson, 60, Rochester, Minn.; 2/2/2016, Uninsured Vehicle – Driver Violation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Christine Yvette Gurule, 31, Ostrander, Minn.; 1/5/2016, School Bus – Fail to Stop, Fine $1,000 ($700 until 3/16/2017), Total Fees $390. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Unsupervised probation for one year – Conditions (3/16/2016): Remain lawabiding, No same or similar, No driving without insurance - have valid license to drive - have no misdemeanor traffic charges. Adam S. Hershberger, 20, Rushford, Minn.; 2/19/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Gary Wayne Livingood, 57, Wykoff, Minn.; 11/2/2015, Driving After Cancellation, Fine $1,000 (stay $950 until 3/16/2017), Total Fees $140. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 60 days for one year). Defendant to begin jail term by April 15. Unsupervised probation for one year – Conditions (3/16/2016): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Defendant not to have any Driving after Cancellation or Driving after Suspension charges. Jeffery David MacLachlan 56, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 2/9/2016, Speeding (81/55), Fine $100,

Total Fees $290. Valerie Dorothy Moore, 47, Spring Valley, Minn.; 7/19/2015, Disorderly Conduct – Brawling or Fighting, Fine $1,000 (stay $800 until 3/16/2017), Total Fees $365. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (3/16/2016): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Restitution reserved - leave open for 30 days, Write letter of apology, No assault, Anger management - follow all recommendations, No contact with victim BK - DFO can make arrangements to allow minimal contact with BK for purposes of visitation with the child. Cora Dawn Noske, 32, Preston, Minn; 1/30/2016, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Angelica Maria Quintero, 28, Spring Valley, Minn; 2/9/2016, Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Jerome Thomas Steinworth, 61, Blaine, Minn; 2/27/2016, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. MN Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division `Leonard Carl Moore, 20, Spring Valley, Minn; 2/19/2016, Oper-

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sAle ArrAnged And ConduCted By spring VAlley sAles CoMpAny AuCtioneers: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Tom Jasper 50-113, 507-251-7654; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 ringMAn: Bob Root, Roger Becker Clerk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163.

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ate Snowmobile at Unreasonable or Excessive Speed (66/50), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. MN State Patrol – Rochester Gary Dean Benda, 48, Keokuk, Iowa; 3/4/2016, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. James Alan Edrington, 52, Decorah, Iowa; 3/7/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Andrew Joel Lumsden, 27, Rosemount, Minn; 2/29/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jordan Michelle Nelson, 36, Woodbury, Minn; 3/9/2016, Speeding (73/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Vincent Sanchez, 57, Golden Valley, Minn.; 2/25/2016, Speeding (76/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Gary Thomas Schwartz, 67,

Peqout Lakes, Minn.; 3/7/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Daniel Allen Shanks, 57, Canton, Minn; 3/7/2016, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Preston Police Department Samantha Saana Christenson, 22, Chatfield, Minn; 2/13/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Gage Anthony Heath, 20, Chatfield, Minn; 1/30/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Matthew Dylan Jones, 22, Preston, Minn; 1/30/2016, Stopping/ Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Jennifer Rene Weckman, 31, Preston, Minn; 1/30/2016, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping, Fine $20, Total Fees $32. Rushford Police Department Adam Burton Bowden, 30, Lewiston, Minn; 12/24/2015, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. 12/24/2015, Driver Who is Not Owner Must Later Produce Proof of Insurance If Required, Fine $200. Lindsey Marie Frick, 27, Rushford, Minn; 2/9/2016, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. 2/9/2016, Failure to Obtain New Driver’s License after Changing Name or Address, Fine $20. 2/9/2016, Duty to Drive with Due Care – Speed Greater Than Reasonable, Fine $40.

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and in meetings. You see them every where. When they are empty, into the trash container they go. Thirty million tons of plastic bottles are used in the United States each year. A lot of landfill space (many Metrodomes) is required to bury the 95% that are not recycled. Most plastic bottles have screw on caps, resulting in less spillage of the contents, and the caps do a great job of keeping bugs and dirt out of a once opened bottle. Plastic bottles are usually welcome at the beach and pool. They don’t break easily, and if they do, they don’t create a hazard as do glass bottles. Some people believe water from plastic bottles that has been stored for an extended time may contain part of the bottle that makes it less appealing. Millions of plastic bottles find their way into ditches, wooded areas, streams, and fields in rural areas. In cities, bottles that are deposited on sidewalks or in streets, find their way into the sewer system, then into our streams, lakes or oceans. Although it may take more than 400 years to break down a buried plastic bottle, this process is much, much faster in

the ocean. When plastic breaks down in salt water, it becomes flakes that are eaten by fish. These flakes block the digestive systems of fish and ocean mammals eventually killing them. Recycling a ton of plastic bottles saves more than 16 barrels of oil. It also saves 70% of the energy to make new plastic. Plastic is somewhat like paper when it comes to recycling. Unlike glass and aluminum, plastic changes forms due to heating and melting, limiting the number of times it can be recycled. I can only assume that plastic that is nearing the end of its life as bottles is used for car parts, children’s toys, and lawn furniture. Well, there you have it. The last three 101 articles have given you information on the three most popular beverage containers. 99.99 percent of us, every now and then, drink beverages from either aluminum, glass, or plastic containers. Most of us prefer one container over the other two for one reason or another. That certainly is your choice. But, please remember, the empty container, no matter which one you choose, is certainly not garbage. It is indeed a very recyclable item.

By LaVerne C. Paulson Recycling Education Coordinator Other than a cold drink from an aluminum can or a glass bottle, many Fillmore County residents, as well as millions of people around the world, prefer plastic bottles. LaVerne C. A few years Paulson ago, a plastic bottle weighed twenty two grams. Today’s water bottle weighs eight and one half grams. Soda bottles are a bit heavier to withstand the carbonization. Plastic bottles are one of the two most popular beverage containers. Recycled bottles are used to make more bottles, with no additives needed. Recycled bottles are also used to produce plastic containers, carpet, clothing, car parts, toys, lawn furniture, and tennis ball fuzz. Plastic bottles are quite recyclable, however less than 5% are recycled. Throughout the United States, millions of beverages in plastic bottles are consumed every day. A great percentage of plastic bottles are used away from home. Plastic bottle beverages are consumed in vehicles, at work, in parks, in theaters, on airplanes,

Fillmore County District Court On March 21, Gage Anthony Heath, 20, of Lanesboro, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Heath is charged with Harassment; Restraining Order Violation, a felony with a maximum criminal penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. On or about March 18, within the city of Chatfield, the defendant allegedly violated a restraining order issued under Minnesota Statutes Section 609.748, and the victim is under the age of 18, and the defendant is more than 36 months older than the victim.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., APRIL 5 •Senior Strength Training, 8:30-9:10am, Harmony Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-6pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Senior Strength Training, 10:15-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. Info, call (507) -272-3731.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •VFW Auxiliary monthly meeting, 7pm, Preston Servicemen’s Club.

•Chatfield AA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*

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

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•Senior Strength Training, 8:30-9:10am, Harmony Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Free Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:304pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.*

•Senior Strength Training, 10:15-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, call (507) 2886944.* •Merry Meeters Birthday Club, 2pm, Village Square, Fountain. Roll call: A favorite quote or saying. •Story Hour for ages 3-5, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No school, no Story Hour.* •Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* •Preston Historical Society meeting, 7pm, Methodist Church, Preston, Public invited. •Chatfield Brass Band rehearsal, 7pm, Chatfield Elem. Band Room. New members welcome. Info, call (507) 867-3315 or bcdnarv@aol.com.*

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MON., APRIL 11

•Solo Friends Over 50 Group, 6pm, Spring Valley area. For info & location, call (507) 226-4595. •Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.*

•Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston. •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Senior Dining/Fire Hall, Mabel. Info, call (507) 288-6944.* •Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance for seniors, 11am-12pm, Coffee Street Fitness, Lanesboro. Info, call (507) 2723731.* •Preston Senior Potluck, 11:30am, Preston Servicemen’s Club, Preston. •Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston.* •AA Crossroads Journey Group meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*

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•Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507)765-2518.*

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•Taste of the Trail Pancake Breakfast, 8am-1pm, Whalan Town Hall. •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*

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Monday, April 4, 2016

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

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PUBLIC NOTICES

ARENDAHL TOWNSHIP ROCK QUOTES The Arendahl Township Board will accept quotes on crushed rock which meet 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 12, 2016. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Keith Brown 32060 Furrow Road Lanesboro, MN 55949 Publish 4,11

Lot 12, Block 6 in Joseph Otis Addition to the City of Rushford, Fillmore County, Minnesota. 8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 401 E. Grove Street, Rushford, MN 55971

FORESTVILLE TOWNSHIP BID NOTICE Sealed bids will be received until 7:30pm on April 19, 2016 by the Township Clerk on behalf of the Forestville Town Board for the following: Class 2 road rock that meets MN Dept. of Transportation specifications, with the bidder to have the ability to deliver 100 - 1,000 tons per day anywhere in the township at the Board’s request, and delivery prior to May 20, 2016. Quarry site must be specified in the bid. All other road rock including breaker run rock and 2 ½” rock with fines to be delivered and spread anywhere in the township at the Board’s request. All bids must be per ton for rock. All bids must be per ton for delivery. Also, accepting quotes for road grading/snowplowing. Quotes are to be on a per hour basis. All work to be done at the Board’s request and be acceptable to the Board. Also, accepting bids for township roadside mowing/two times per year, bids for roadside brush cutting, subject to specified locations at Supervisors request, and bids for mowing and snow removal of the township hall property. All bids must accompany a Certificate of Insurance for Workers Compensation, Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any defects. Please mark envelopes as “Bid Enclosed”. Bids will be opened at the regular monthly meeting on April 19, 2016 at 7:30pm at the Forestville Town Hall. All bidders or representatives are invited to attend the bid opening.

April 27, 2016 at 1:15 pm, a hearing will be head in this Court at Preston, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decendent dated, August 31, 2005, (“Will”), and for the appointment as co-Personal Representatives of John Nisley, whose address is 33899 Hilton Road, Edgewood, IA, 52042, Andrew Nisley, whose address is 15600 215th Street Bloomfield, IA 52537, and Raymond Nisley, whose address is 1451 140th Street Fairbank, IA 50629, of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised as at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the co-Personal Representatives will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate.

prestressed concrete beam, 136’-6” span, 40’-0” roadway. Bridge No. 23593 construction, MN54 prestressed concrete beam, 113’-6” span, 40’-0” roadway. Plan and proposal price is $80.00 picked up, and $85.00 if sent US mail.

AMHERST TOWNSHIP ROAD ROCK QUOTES Amherst Township will receive quotes for “Road Rock” w/fines, to be delivered and spread on township roads as needed, also at times loaded into the township truck at the quarry. Quotes should also include “ice rock”. All quotes should be by the ton or by the yard. The rock must meet Minnesota Department of Transportation specifications and scale receipts will be required and must be submitted with billing to receive payment. All “Quotes” and a “Certificate of Insurance” must be received by the clerk at the Town Hall on or before the meeting by 8 p.m., April 11, 2016. Amherst Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes. Quotes may be sent to: Kelly Eide 21508 Firefly Road Lanesboro, MN 55949 Kelly Eide Clerk Publish 28,4

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE DATE: March 15, 2016 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: August 29, 2008 2. Mortgagors: Charles Johnson & Lynette Johnson, husband and wife 3. Mortgagees: Marine Credit Union 4. Recording Information: Recorded on September 8, 2008, as Document Number 366821, in the Office of the Fillmore County Recorder, Minnesota. 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: NONE INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 06.0401.000 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises:

OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 9. The person holding the Mortgage: is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are Marine Credit Union. INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 10. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. 11. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $ 16,000.00 12. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $15,678.21. 13. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Fillmore County, Minnesota, at public auction on Thursday, May 26th, 2016, 10:00 a.m., at the main lobby of the Fillmore County Courthouse, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN 55965. 14. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six months after the date of sale. 15. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, singlefamily dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on November 26, 2016. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Marine Credit Union P.O. Box 309 Onalaska, MN 54650

Mail to: Connie Morger, Clerk, Forestville Township, 20967–212th Street, Preston, MN 55965 Connie Morger Clerk Publish 28, 4

Fillmore township rock quotes Fillmore Township will accept written quotes on a per ton basis for crushed road rock to be delivered and spread. Certificate of insurance must accompany all bids. Quotes must be in the hands of the Clerk of Fillmore Township by Monday, April 11, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., when they will be opened at the township meeting. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Bonnie Heidtke, Clerk 26297 County 7 Fountain, MN 55935 507-459-3443 Publish 28,4

MAIN STREET LAW OFFICES is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. Publish 28,4,11,18,25,2

Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid must accompanying the bid and made payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: March 23, 2016

Ronald Gregg Fillmore County Engineer Fillmore County , MN Publish 28, 4, 11

Rock Quotes Newburg Township Newburg Township is now accepting bids for crushed rock to be delivered and spread upon township roads as needed or loaded at the pile. Bids must be in the hands of the clerk by 8:00 p.m. on April 14, 2016. The township reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Genette Halverson Township Clerk Publish 28,4

COUNTY PROJECTS BIDS CLOSE APRIL 25, 2016 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN until 3:00 p.m. on the 25th day of April, 2016, for the following tied projects: LOST-5P-1: Bituminous Seal Coat, located from the City of Wykoff north to the Junction of CSAH 8, approximately 14,725 feet.

Bristol Township Rock Quotes Bristol Township will accept quotes on crushed rock that meet the state specifications to be delivered and spread on Township roads by order of the supervisors. Certificate of insurance must accompany quotes. Quotes must be delivered to the Clerk of Bristol Township by Monday, April 11, 2016 @6:00 p.m. The board reserves the right to reject any or all quotes. Eunice Biel, Clerk 24983 120th St. Harmony, MN 55939 Publish 28,4

LOST-25P-1: Bituminous Seal Coat, located from the Junction of Deep River Road in Peterson north to TH 30, approximately 20,806 feet.

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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 co-Personal Representatives to the attention of John Nisley at the address stated above or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice of the claims will be barred. Dated: January 27, 2016 \s\ Matthew Opat Judge of District Court Attorney for Petitioner Barton L. Seebach Story, Schoeberl & Seebach, LLP 126 North Elm Street P.O. Box 89 Cresco, IA, 52136 Attorney License No: 0164975 Telephone: (563) 547-3329 FAX: (563) 547-2578 Publish 28, 4

Plans, Proposals and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore county Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. #507-765-3854. Request for Plans and proposal must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above.

State of minnesota county of fillmore DISTRICT COURT third judicial district District court Probate divison Court File No. 23PR15854 Estate of Levi J. Nisley, Decedent Notice AND ORDER OF Hearing on petition FOR PROBATE OF Will AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on

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LOST-25P-1A: Bituminous Seal Coat, located from the Junction of TH 16 south, approximately 5,915 feet. Plan and proposal price is $25.00 picked up, and $30.00 if sent by US mail. Plans, Proposal and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. #507-765-3854. Request for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany the bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: March 11, 2016 Ronald Gregg, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN Publish 28, 4, 11

COUNTY PROJECT BIDS CLOSE APRIL 25, 2016 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN until 1:30 p.m. on the 25th day of April, 2016, for the following project: SAP 023-601-027, 023-601-028, AND 023-601-031. Full reconstruction and two bridge replacements, Located on CSAH 1, beginning 3020 ft North of 256th St. to CSAH 4 (length = 3.4 miles). Major quantities include full depth reclamation, clearing and grubbing, both common and rock excavation, concrete pipe installation, traffic barrier and aggregate surfacing. Bridge No. 23592 construction, MN63

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.:PR.16.152 In Re: Estate of Ronald G. Miller, Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DETERMINATION OF DESCENT Carolyn J. Miller has filed a Petition for Determination of Descent. It is Ordered that on April 19, 2016, at 3:15pm, a hearing will be held in this Court at the Fillmore County Courthouse, Preston, Minnesota, on the petition. The petition represents that the decedent died more than three (3) years ago leaving property in Minnesota. The petition requests the Court [probate the decedent’s Will,] determine the descent of such property and assign the property to the persons entitled. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the petition will be granted. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order to each interested person by United States mail at least 14 days before the time set for the hearing. Serving a copy of this Notice and Order personally on ________________at least 14 days before the time set for the hearing. Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court Mary E. Specht/Deputy Steven Corson Atty. #18995 CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW PO Box 65 Preston, MN 55965 PHONE: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 Info@corsonlaw.com

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personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

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 of 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 you local board of appeal and equalization is required by law before an appeal can be taken to the county board of appeal and 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 that process. As this is the regular monthly meeting date for the Houston Town Board; the regular Township Board meeting will be held immediately following the Board of Appeal & Equalization meeting for Houston Township. Christine K. Rischette, Clerk Publish 4,11

fee. Answer forms are available from the court administrator’s office. You must serve your Answer upon Petitioner within thirty (30) days of the date you were served with this Summons, not counting the day of service. If you do not serve and file your Answer, the court may give your spouse everything he or she is asking for in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. 3. This proceeding does not involve real property. NOTICE OF TEMPORARY RESTRAINING PROVISIONS Under Minnesota law, service of this summons makes the following requirements apply to both parties to the action, unless they are modified by the court or the proceeding is dismissed: (1) Neither party may dispose of any assets except (a) for the necessities of life or for the necessary generation of income or preservation of assets, (b) by an agreement of the parties in writing, or (c) for retaining counsel to carryon or to contest this proceeding. (2) Neither party may harass the other party. (3) All currently available insurance coverage must be maintained and continued without change in coverage or beneficiary designation. (4) Parties to a marriage dissolution proceeding are encouraged to attempt alternative dispute resolution pursuant to Minnesota law. Alternative dispute resolution includes mediation, arbitration and other processes as set forth in the district court rules. You may contact the court administrator about resources m your area. If you cannot pay for mediation or alternative dispute resolution, in some counties, assistance may be available to you through a nonprofit provider or a court program. If you are a victim of domestic abuse or threats as defined in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 518B, you are not required to try mediation and you will not be penalized by the court in later proceedings. IF YOU VIOLATE ANY OF THESE PROVISIONS, YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO SANCTIONS BY THE COURT. Dated March 21, 2016 /s/ Dawn E. Naumon Petitioner 408 Minnesota Street Ostrander, MN Publish 4, 11, 18

REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on May 3, 2106 at 1:15 pm, a hearing will be held in this Court at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, Minnesota, on a petition for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the decedent’s Will dated October 26, 2004 and for the appointment of James M. Casady whose address is PO. Box 382, Grand Meadow, Minnesota 55936 as personal representative of the decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; sell real and personal property; and do all necessary acts for the decedent’s estate. 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. Registrar Date: 03/17/16 /s/ Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court

THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 4, 11, 18, 25, 2, 9

Houston TOWNSHIP 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 5 pm, Tuesday the 19th day of April, 2016. 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

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Fillmore County Courthouse, Commissioners’ Boardroom – Room 601L, 101 Fillmore St. W., Preston, MN, for the purpose of updating the Fillmore County Highway Capital Preservation plan. For additional information, please see Announcements at www. co.fillmore.mn.us. Bobbie Vickerman Fillmore County Coordinator Publish 28, 4

STATE OF MINNESOTA DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF FILLMORE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-16-147 In Re: Estate of Helen M. Casady Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case Type: Dissolution without Children Court File No. 23-FA-16-154 Summons Without Real Estate In Re the Marriage of: Dawn Elizabeth Nauman, Petitioner and Philip David Nauman, Respondent THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED RESPONDENT: WARNING: YOUR SPOUSE (HUSBAND OR WIFE) HAS FILED A LAWSUIT AGAINST YOU FOR DISSOLUTION OF YOUR MARRIAGE. A COPY OF THE PAPERWORK REGARDING THE LAWSUIT IS SERVED ON YOU WITH TIDS SUMMONS. THIS SUMMONS IS AN OFFICIAL DOCUMENT FROM THE COURT THAT AFFECTS YOUR RIGHTS. READ THIS SUMMONS CAREFULLY. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND IT, CONTACT AN ATTORNEY FOR LEGAL ADVICE. 1. The Petitioner (your spouse) has filed a lawsuit against you asking for dissolution of your marriage (divorce). A copy of the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage is attached to this Summons. 2. You must serve upon Petitioner and file with the court a written Answer to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, and you must pay the required filing

MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.”

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: November 13, 2014 MORTGAGOR: Anthony Schwartz, a single person. MORTGAGEE: Merchants Bank, National Association. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded November 24, 2014 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 401672. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Merchants Bank, National Association RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Merchants Bank, N.A. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 311 Coffee Street East, Lanesboro, MN 55949 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 19.0140.000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots 4 & 5, Block 14 in the Village, now City of Lanesboro, Fillmore County, Minnesota COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $13,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $12,724.04 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: May 26, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on November 28, 2016, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

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913 S. SecTion aVe Spring Valley $89,900

Beautifully updated & remodeled 3 bedroom home. Updates include new siding, windows, furnace, all new kitchen w/new appliances, remodeled bath, refinished hardwood floors, all recently painted interior including basement floors & walls. Large deck off the kitchen has been recently stained and overlooks partially fenced back yard. All the work has been done here and is ready for immediate occupancy!

Great starter home! 4 bedrooms and many updates. Newer kitchen, appliances, cupboards and countertops, main floor laundry, newer full bath with double sinks, newer furnace and a/c unit, updated windows and vinyl siding. Priced to sell with mortgage payments much less than rent payments.

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709 pArkwAy Ave. s lAnesboro Unlimited potential for this Impressive Victorian • Zoned residential & Commercial • Previous owners included wellknown French Restaurant and B&B • Unlimited potential • 4 bedrooms • 4 baths • Wood floors throughout • Unending character • Gorgeous open staircase • Completely updated mechanicals • High ceilings • Walk-up attic ready to be finished • Endless amount of activities: canoeing, biking, tubing, theater, restaurants, boutiques, parks, breathtaking scenery, golf courses, and much more • This unique opportunity needs to be viewed to appreciate.

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“One of a kind” property listed on the National Historic Registry. This brick home has 5 bedrooms, but could be expanded to 6. The double brick structure is well insulated. Updates include repairs on front porch, metal roof on house & garage, new side porch, updated windows, interior updates, newer appliances, and tuck point work on foundation. You will be impressed with the unique architectural features throughout the home. Hardwood floors, original woodwork, arched doorways, exposed brick on dining room wall, and large bedrooms. Located on larger lot with mature trees.

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920 MAin st. ChAtfield

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41258 State Hwy 44, MABEL SLICE oF CoUnTry 3 bedroom home with unique floor plan has living space in lower level basement area with walk out to parking and sheds for easy accessibility. Nice updates include: windows, steel roof, FA HE furnace. 1.5 Acres. $109,900

1120 Matthew St SW, PREStON 3555 Highlandville Rd, DECORAH Expansive views to iNg List enjoy! 4 bedroom, New 3 bathroom home. Hardwood floors and 18’ vault. LL walk out basement with family room & wine cellar. 1.5 acre lot.

BEAutIFuL SEttING. Enjoy a quiet area just north of Highlandville. 27 acres with 2007 built house, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom. Full walk-out basement. 2 car attached garage

25988 County 14, PREStON Awesome log home! Custom built home with hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, 3 bedrooms, wraparound deck & beautifully landscaped yard. On hard surface road w/ blacktop driveway. 6 garage stalls. Love where you live! 608 River St SW, CHAtFIELD move in ready! 3 bedrooms, 2 updated tiled bathrooms. Recently finished basement with family room, bedroom & bathrooms. Nice deck, storage shed plus room to build garage! $119,900

Located near Root River and trail system you will find this quaint little 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. The owners currently use this property as a weekend get-away, but it is also very suitable for year round use. Updated electrical, newer furnace and some updated windows. Formal dining and eat in kitchen with large deck off the back over looking park like back yard area. Large 2 car detached garage and back of property is non-buildable so you will not have any “back yard” neighbors giving you much more privacy. Very affordable property!

530 3rd St SE, HARMONy Ranch home on almost 1 acre, great backyard & patio space. Updated eat in kitchen. Addition featuring hot tub, 3/4 bath. Vaulted ceilings & patio door. LL is finished with large family rec room. $139,900

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205 frAnklin st. nw preston

$149,900

18529 160Th ST. Spring Valley $219,000

commercial 300 W Tracy rD. Spring Valley $190,000

Great hobby farm set up! Fenced for horses or other farm animals. Barn, house & garage have newer roofs. New mound system installed in 2008. House has nice updates including some newer windows, walk-in shower w/ceramic tile, whirlpool tub, freshly painted interior w/updated colors, & new furnace 2015. Formal dining area & built in cupboard. Cropland & pasture rented (21.2 acres at $210 per acre).

Previously the Olmsted Medical Building located on Tracy Road. The building is in great condition and would be a wonderful building for variety of uses or businesses. Approximately 3,800 sq ft with the building and an acre lot with approximately 25 spaces of parking. The parking lot is asphalt. The building has steel siding with brick accent. The lower level is finished complete with kitchen area. Inquire about Economical Development Assistance.

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Ranch home • Wood floors • Formal living room • Formal dining room • Family room w/gas fireplace • Newer roof • Updated electrical box • Heated garage • Large car port • Storage shed • Garden area • Patio • Firepit

1-level living • Large ranch • 3 bedrooms • 3 baths • Master bath • Walk-in closet • In-floor heat in house and garage • Maple kitchen cabinets • Main floor laundry • Open living and dining and kitchen • Deck

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400 main ST. SW, preSTon $49,900

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512 lynDale aVe. Spring Valley $139,900 Great Investment property! Whether you decide to live in half of this duplex and rent the other half out or rent out both units - this property has excellent rental history & is in pristine condition. Numerous updates are listed on my website or give me a call! Each unit has 2 bedrooms and a full bath, stove & refrigerator and deck and/or patio to each unit. Lower level partially finished with laundry area, garage and extra storage. Beautifully landscaped yard w/many perennials and great location!

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Large Duplex (could be B&B or residential) • 4 bedrooms and 2 baths on 1 side • 3 bedrooms and 4 baths on side • Wood floors • 10 foot ceilings • Newer roof • Covered porch • Deck • Formal living room • Formal dining room • 2 furnaces • Air units • Separate electric meters • 2 car garage • Unlimited potential

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121 n. County rd 56 leroy

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hArMony Spacious 2-story • 4 bedroom • 2 baths • Main floor laundry • Large private lot • Large covered porch • 3-season porch • Deck • New appliances stay • New Unlimited potential for the commercial property on furnace and water heater • Sunken family room • Living 2 acres conveniently located on high traffic area. room • Built-ins Building with new metal roof, cement floor, knotty $145,000 pine ceilings and walls, loft area, garage, patio, 4 burr oAk Ave. ChAtfield covered decks and outbuildings Ng $89,900 i t s i L NEw 108 GreenleAfton rd 3 Large Bedrooms • 3 Baths $67,500 preston • Remodeled and Updated • .52/acre lot • Open kitchen w/island • Large living room • D/O open to 2nd level • 9/10 acre lot • Overlooks Root River • Close to bike Main floor master w/bath • Main floor laundry • 2 car trail • 4 bedrooms • New roof, windows, siding, furnace and c/a • Fenced yard • Covered porch garage • New windows • Vinyl siding

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312 Saint Paul St NW, PREStON Move-in ready, completely updated in 2014! 3 bed, 2 bath home. Basement offers extra space for rec room. Great corner location. $98,500 509 Parkway Ave S, LANESBORO

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Great Bluff View! 314 N Ash, MABEL Picturesque setting! Looking for a place to stay or Residential 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom get-away? This 2 bedroom or Commercial! Excellent home. Lots of space home. Nicely laid out and condition. Highway exposure with main floor living roomy. Basement is half & yard space. Handicap finished with family rec area and bathroom. plus basement rental with separate entrance. accessible. Currently a salon, Insulated 2 car attached garage with access to 1 car tuckunder garage. $155,000 easily adaptable to fit your dream. $47,500 backyard! $114,900

607 Fillmore Ave S, LANESBORO 112 S Hudson Ave, SPRING VALLEy Original Charm Well maintained 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom with updated mechanicals. 2 guest cabins for additional income or studio space. $182,000

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Main floor bedroom, bath & laundry. 3 bedrooms & den on one level. Updated shingles, siding & windows. 2 car att garage. $100,000

141 3rd Ave SE, SPRING GROVE 332 Minnesota Ave W, MABEL

51 Main Ave N, HARMONy

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No guesswork! Well established full service restaurant ready for you to walk into! Well maintained & updated.

Move to the country & build! Zoned rural residential ag-bring your animals! Up to 13 Acres w/ creek. Build a cabin or your dream home.

22 Main Ave N, HARMONy

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Charming & updated! 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Finished basement with 2 bedrooms & hobby area. 3 season porch plus back deck. $119,000

Quiet Location Located in the heart of Harmony Large 3 bedroom, 4 bath Commercial space with 2 units, 1 unit home w/ quality finishes. currently rented. 2 off street parking spots. Private back yard with 25 Center St E, HARMONy great landscaping. Large attached garage plus Renovated Commercial building. Beautifully designed interior space. Backyard space & detached garage. $168,000

210 Main Ave S, HARMONy

235 Harwood Ave NE, CHAtFIELD

Quality built 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Great floor plan and generous storage. Paneled doors and custom trim. Great location! $142,500

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100 Elmwood St E, LANESBORO

your look is over! Near downtown! Mint condition w/ quality Unique opportunity updates inside & out. 3 to own an inn. Rent bedroom, 2 bath, lg 1 car single rooms or suites tuckunder garage. Great to accommodate large groups. Separate yard w/ patio area. owners living area on main floor. Call today!

Buildable 2.83 Acre Lot River & bluff view! Septic, electric, and water ready for your dream home!

LAND FOR SALE! Xxxxx County 16 Harmony

An Ideal mixture of crop & woods, this property offers rec land along with income. 40 Acres crop land, approx. 10 acres CRP, 40 acres woods, balance pasture.

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EMPLOYMENT On The Crunchy Side - in Harmony, is hiring Servers/Bartenders, flexible hours, will train. Apply within ask for Lisa.h21,28,4,11-o

On The Crunchy Side - in Harmony, is hiring Kitchen Staff, flexible hours, will train, & wage based on experience. Apply within, ask for Lisa. h21,28,4,11-o Looking to hire motivated individuals to help build wood framed buildings in the Rochester area. Contact 507-429-3713. h21,28,4,11-o Historic Scanlan House Bed & Breakfast Inn is seeking parttime housekeepers, starting immediately. Experience preferred, but not necessary. Includes weekends. Wage based on experience. Call 507-467-2158 or 507-2731003. h21tfn-o Spring Valley Senior Living is currently seeking a fulltime RN Nurse Manager and Assistant Director of Nursing to help assist in the overall direction of our Nursing department. Benefit eligible after 60 days of employment! Current and active nursing license a must, experience not required. Apply today! Send your resume to hr@seniorliving.com or apply on our website at www.svseniorliving.com. EOE h28,4-o Spring Valley Senior Living is currently seeking Universal Workers to help with daily activities in our Senior Apartments. Duties include housekeeping, meal service, activities and some personal cares. Part-time positions available on Day, Evening and Overnight shifts. Apply online at www. svseniorliving.com. EOE h28,4-o Kingsland Public Schools in Spring Valley is currently hiring multiple football coaching positions, including Head, Assistant, B-squad and Junior High. For more information or to apply by April 5th, please visit http:// kingsland.k12.mn.us. EOE h28,4-o FULL-TIME SEASONAL FARM HAND. Dutch Charley Company, a cattle and crop farming operation in Dorchester, Iowa, seeks help for the 2016 growing season. Primary responsibilities will be fencing (removing old fence, installing new fence, and maintenance of existing fencing); mowing and clearing brush along fence lines; and weed management along fence lines. Must have proven experience safely operating farm machinery and implements, efficient fencing skills, and some background with livestock. Clean driving record and transportation to job sites, ability to lift 60 pounds, ability to work alone or with others, and ability to communicate well via e-mail, cell phone, and text required. Most work is located in rural Dorchester, Iowa, with occasional travel to other locations. Must be available weekdays, with some weekend work as seasonal needs dictate. Wages very competitive with experience. Visit www.dutchcharleycompany.com/jobs to apply. h4, 11, 18, 25-o Semcac is seeking cleaning bids from qualified individuals, to secure a 1-5 year contract for cleaning services at the main building in Rushford. Proposal Forms are available at Semcac, 204 South Elm Street, Rushford, MN 55987 or e-mail: barb.thompson@semcac.org. Proposals must be submitted no later than 4:30 pm, Friday, May 6th, 2016. EOE. h4-x Anna V’s B&B seeks weekday cleaning help. Occasional/optional weekends. Call 507-467-2686. h4,11-o

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EMPLOYMENT Join our talented team, where we inspire children to be lifelong learners! One Block at a Time Learning Daycare Center is looking for energetic, highly motivated, dependable individuals to join our team that have a true passion for working with young children. One Block at a Time is a large learning center serving the professional community of SE Fillmore County. One Block has an impeccable reputation as an outstanding childcare center with very nice facilities, friendly staff, and excellent curriculum. We are seeking self-motivated, creative, flexible and hardworking individuals who have a passion for working and playing with children and being rewarded with hugs from children, praise from parents, and getting paid. Interested candidates send a letter of interest to angi.kaase@ isd2198.k12.mn.us. Applications can be obtained at http://www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us or any Fillmore Central School Office. h4-o Chosen Valley Care Center Inc. is seeking candidates for the position of Director of Nursing. The Director of Nursing position will work closely with the Director of Clinical and Resident Services and RN Case Managers in leading our Nursing Department. Our organization includes a 78 bed skilled nursing facility, as well as assisted living and independent living apartments located in beautiful Chatfield. Candidates for this position will be a Licensed RN with solid leadership skills, clinical and interpersonal skills, long-term care experience, MDS experience, knowledge of regulatory processes in LTC and senior housing along with a team building philosophy. Our facility enjoys a solid reputation of care and services by a dedicated facility team in a supportive working environment. We are looking for an applicant who desires to make the difference in the life of our residents. Excellent benefits and retirement plan also available. Application/resumes will be accepted until the position is filled and can be mailed to: Director of Clinical and Resident Services, Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or e-mailed to don@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com. h4,11-o

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part-time Activity Assistant Green Lea Senior Living is seeking a part-time Activity Assistant. Apply in person at Green Lea Senior Living. Contact Julie or Kathryn with questions. "Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."

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EMPLOYMENT Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc. in Chatfield, MN has a fabulous opportunity for a caring professional with solid leadership and interpersonal skills to join our team as Housing Director for Chosen Valley Assisted Living. The desired experience for this position includes the ability to assess and understand the needs of seniors, marketing, familiarity with community services, knowledge of regulatory processes, experience with computers and business office functions along with a team-building philosophy. RN/LPN experience preferred. Chosen Valley Care Center enjoys a solid reputation of care and services, supportive working environment and a dedicated facility team. Excellent salary, benefits and retirement plan. Applications/resumes should be forwarded to: Director of Clinical and Resident Services, Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923. Applications/ resumes will be accepted until position filled. EOE/AA. h4,11-o Root River Country Club is now hiring wait persons, cooks, and grounds crew. Full-, part-time,and summer positions available. Please call 507259-5890. h4/4, tfn-o EVENING COOK/LINE SUPERVISOR Candidates must have 2 years of experience in cooking, organizing, cleaning, time management, menu planning and possess strong supervisory skills. Applicants must be willing/able to relocate to Baudette, MN and have or obtain a Minnesota Food Managers Certificate, 40 hours per week with seasonal schedule adjustments. Benefits include Simple IRA and paid vacation. Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to info@borderviewlodge.com. MCAN NOW HIRING Company OTR drivers. $2,000 sign on bonus, flexible home time, extensive benefits. Call now! Hibb’s & Co. 763/389-0610. MCAN CDL A DRIVERS $7,500 sign-on-bonus. Medical benefits on day 1 & earn $65k+ in your first year!!! Guaranteed pay, profit sharing, 401k with company match & more! Email resume: mnhr@mclaneco. com or call Hollie now! 507/664-3038. MCAN Green Lea Senior LivinG in MabeL iS LookinG for SpeciaL peopLe who want to Make a difference.

part-time cook position Responsible for preparing attractive and nutritious meals. Must be customer service focused person who is willing and eager to learn to cook from scratch. Cooking experience in health care or senior setting beneficial but will train. "Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."

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Green Lea Manor nursing home

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

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Positions AvAilAble! Full-time Campus Maintenance position. This position is responsible for all buildings and grounds maintenance at Eagle Bluff, including: damage repairs, heating and ventilation, new project construction, snow removal, mowing, trail work and light cleaning. Candidates should have a good variety of maintenance skills, working with wood, electrical, HVAC, as well as experience using and maintaining multiple types of vehicles, tractors and mowing equipment. Full-time Campus Housekeeping position. This position is responsible for cleaning and light maintenance of our dormitory and classroom buildings. Candidates should be capable of physical jobs like vacuuming, cleaning windows, bunk beds, and bathroom facilities. Other duties include mowing, snow removal, painting, and basic computer operation. Mail, fax, or e-mail resume to Eagle Bluff, Attn: Don Schoepski, 28097 Goodview Dr., Lanesboro, MN 55949. Phone: (507) 467-2437. Fax: 467-3583. E-mail: operations@ eagle-bluff.org For more information about Eagle Bluff, visit our website at www.eagle-bluff.org. Application deadline: Wednesday, April 6, 2016.

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EXPERIENCED CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS for the Midwest Region. Driver friendly company with good pay and benefits. Tax-free money and bonuses available. Call 507/437-9905 www. mcfgtl.com. MCAN

Help Wanted Part-time

Cliff Viessman Inc. is accepting applications for Regional Tanker Drivers for the Cedar Rapids terminal. $1,000 Sign On Bonus. $50 K+ per year. Health, Dental, 401K. Profit Sharing. Paid Weekly. Monthly safe driving bonus. CDL with tanker endorsement required. Two years experience required or driving school graduate with six months experience. Some weekend work required. Contact Nate at 800-353-0344. Option 5. natev@ viessmantrucking.com. www.viessmantrucking.com. “A Driver Friendly Company” (MCN)

For more information contact Shelly Dolley at 507-886-6544 ext: 73375 Gundersen Harmony Care Center

TEAM DRIVER WANTED: Dedicated run from St. Paul, Minnesota to Oakwood, Illinois. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Competitive Wage. CDL required. Call 563-580-6648 (MCN) CLASS A CDL Driver. Good home time. Stay in the Midwest. Great pay and benefits. Matching 401k. Bonuses and tax free money. Experience needed. Call Scott 507-437-9905. Apply on-line http:// www.mcfgtl.com (MCN) OWNER OPERATORS wanted. Paid all miles. No touch freight. Many operating discounts. Family run business for 75 years. Many bonuses and good home time. Direct deposit paid weekly. Call 800-533-0564 ext.205. (MCN) MAKE $1000 Weekly!! Mailing Brochures from Home. Helping home workers since 2001. No Experience Required. Start Immediately! www. centralmailing.net (VOID IN SD, WI) (MCN) MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance! Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! www. MyHomeIncomeNow55.com (MCN) US Postal Service Now Hiring 1-800255-4134 $21/hr. avg. w/ Federal Benefits included to start. FT/PT. Not affiliated w/ USPS (MCN)

Dietary Cook & PrN Housekeeper includes every other weekend

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Mabel Green lea senior living is looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference

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Green lea Manor nursing Home

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Fun summer job? Hidden Bluffs Resort is hiring for Front desk/ activities staff.

We are looking for fun, detail oriented & customer-friendly people to join our team. We are located between Mabel and Spring Grove.

For more Details please call sue at 320-655-0016

HELP WANTED

CHS has an opening for a Feed Store Seasonal Laborer. Potential employees must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined and possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal CDL.

Please apply online at www.chsrochester.com/about-us/careers

If you have any questions contact Jeff (Chatfield) at 507-867-4311 or stop by the CHS Office at 321 N Main St. Chatfield, MN 55923.

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Positions AvAilAble

CNA- Part-time Day/Evening Shift CNA- .6 Night Shift RN/LPN/TMA- Part-time Evening Shift

lPn Position and Residential support staff: Full-time/Part-time Positions

Contact: Ruth Furan,DON (507) 886-6544 Ext:73371

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

GuNDERSEN HARMoNy CARE CENTER 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939

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Preston & Spring Valley

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

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We are Hiring! Equipment & Facility Operator:

Looking for an individual willing to perform routine daily operations at our Stewartville Agronomy/Grain facility. Must have a basic understanding of large equipment including maintenance, repair, and operation. Truck or Large Equipment experience a plus, training available to individuals eager to contribute to company growth. Must have or be willing to acquire a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License. Contact: Pete Doherty, Operations Manager (507) 533-4222 pdoherty@allamericancoop.com Position requires a CDL license with necessary endorsements. Employable candidates must have a valid driver’s license, must pass a DOT physical, and must pass required drug testing.

FARM

All American Co-op offers career advancement with an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision; Paid Holidays, 401K and competitive wage. For more information visit www.allamericancoop.com/employment

NEW STARTING WAGE SCALE

Full-Time & ParT-Time

• Nursing Assistants (Full-Time & Part-Time $1750 Sign-On Bonus) • RN’s & LPN’s (Full-Time & Part-Time $3500 Sign-On Bonus) • Home Health Aides (Part-Time) Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for individuals who are compassionate, energetic, hardworking, and reliable to join our health care team. We currently have full-time and parttime positions available. We are willing to train the right applicant. We offer excellent benefits to employees working full-time. • Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% coverage on Preventative Care. • Health Partners Dental Plan • Matching Funds for 401(k) Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • Generous, Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC

We are Hiring!

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The Fillmore County Journal is seeking a freelance reporter to write stories about Houston, MN. We distribute over 1,400 newspapers to every household and business in the Houston Zip Code 55943, and we need a good writer to cover city council, school board, and Houston County government meetings. Feature writing opportunities would be welcome, as well. Freelance reporters will start out at $60 per article, with payper-story increasing after proven success. If you know of a good candidate for this opportunity, please have them contact Jason Sethre at 507-765-2151 or jason@ fillmorecountyjournal.com. Thanks!

Contact: Nicole Rowley, Office Manager nrowley@allamericancoop.com (507) 533-4222

Excellent part-time jobs. Will train.

Call Harmony TransiT Phone - 507-886-2020

Are you creative?

Please send a letter of interest and design samples to Publisher, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN, 55965 or email to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com.

All American Co-op/Progressive Ag Center is looking for a Grain Accounting and Administrative Assistant. This position is responsible for assisting the grain and accounting departments within a multi-company office setting. An ideal candidate should have a 2 year degree in Accounting or 2 years of experience in the Accounting Field. Individual must be detail oriented and well organized with excellent communication skills and phone etiquette. Applicant must be willing to work extra hours during the fall harvest season and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. Additional preferences would include knowledge of agricultural products and services as well as experience with IBM I-series system and/or AgVantage software.

School bus drivers needed in the Harmony & Preston area for routes and extra trips.

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Grain Accounting/Administrative Assistant

Wanted: a FeW Good PeoPle

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC.

versed in Adobe Creative Suite programs. This part-time position will be the right fit for someone with great attention to detail, positive customer relations skills and a flair for design. An outstanding candidate will have opportunities for growth to a full-time position.

We are Hiring!

Administrative Assistant

All American Co-op is looking for an Administrative Assistant for our Stewartville office. This position is responsible for a wide variety of duties within a multicompany office setting including invoicing, ACH, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and other general office duties. The right candidate will hold a 2 year accounting degree or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an accounting field. Applicants must be a detail oriented, well organized individual with excellent communication and phone etiquette skills. Applicants must be dependable, self-motivated, and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. View a complete job description at www.allamericancoop.com/employment Send applications and current resume to All American Co-op Attn: Nicole Rowley PO Box 125 Stewartville, MN 55976 nrowley@allamericancoop.com

Applications should be forwarded to: Chosen Valley Care Center Attn: Director of Clinical & Resident Services, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com, (EOE/AA)

The Fillmore County Journal is seeking a creative and talented

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Monday, April 4, 2016

AUCTION CALENDAR Sat. April 2 at 9am - Antique, Collectible, 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. April 10 at 9am - Antique, Coin, Sporting Goods, 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. Mon., April 11 at noon - Canton Auction Hay & Straw Sale. For more info call Cindy at 507-743-2250 or Gehling Auction Company at 507-765-2132. Notice in the Journal. Tues., April 12 at 9am - Machinery, Tools, Shop Equipment, Hay, and Much More Auction. Sale held at Cedar Valley Iowa Realty & Auction Co. For more information contact Jerry at 641-3301885, Jared at 641-426-6125, or visit www. cedarvalleyiowarealty.com. Notice in the Journal.

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Through Sun., April 3 at 5:30pm - DARR online auction. For more info and complete listing, DARR Auctions & Realty 800-852-0010 or www. darrauctions.com. Listing in Journal. To list your Auction 507-765-2151

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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.

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April 2016

Kingsland • Spring Valley - Wykoff

Knights news Honor Band

Congrats to the Kingsland Intermediate Honor Band contestants. They performed as part of the SE MN Honor Band.

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Congrats to the 1st and 2nd place Farm Management and Ag Mechanics teams at their recent competition. Students will be advancing on to state, way to go!

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