PRSRT STD ECR WSS US. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 70 MADELIA, MN 56062
POSTAL PATRON
Chatfield High School Fillmore Central High School Kingsland High School Lanesboro High School Mabel -Canton High School Home School
“Where Fillmore County News Comes First”
Rushford-Peterson High School
Weekly Edition
Monday, May 21, 2012
Class of 2011
A Special Section of the Fillmore County Journal
Look for the Class of 2012 in today’s Journal
Honoring the Heroes pages
Our readers, near and far
4-5
page
Volume 27 Issue 25
Around the diamonds
8
page
Save one finger!
13
page
26
Canton l Chatfield l Fountain l Harmony l Lanesboro l Mabel l Ostrander l Peterson l Preston l Rushford l Rushford Village l Spring Valley l Whalan l Wykoff
Congressional Veterans Affairs subcommittee hearing in Preston By K aren R eisner kreisner@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Rep. Jon Runyan (R-NJ), chairman of the U.S. House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs and Rep. Tim Walz (D-MN), a member of the subcommittee, conducted a hearing on May 14 in the Fillmore County Board room. They discussed the process to establish new state run veterans cemeteries and the federal veterans cemetery grant program. Walz maintained veterans “deserve a final resting place that will both honor their memory and give them peace of mind in knowing they will be close to family and loved ones.” The room was overflowing with elected officials, staff personnel, veterans, and press. The congressmen were interested in how the process went forward with the proposal for a State Veterans Cemetery in
Subcommittee Chairman Jon Runyan, Fillmore County Commissioner Chuck Amunrud, and Congressman Tim Walz conducted a hearing on May 14 in the Fillmore County Board room to discuss the possibilities of establishing a new state run veterans cemetary in Preston. Photo by Karen Reisner
Fillmore County. The Fillmore County Board had expressed its willingness to donate 155 acres of the county farm in early 2010. County Coordinator Karen Brown testified that all “veteran service groups and municipalities in the county were contacted and asked about their opinions about the cemetery.” There are thirty resolutions of support on file. There was community support to donate the land for a veterans cemetery. She noted that a report presented to the county board in 2010 produced by David Swantek, director of the State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, found the veteran population in southeast Minnesota to be underserved. Brown listed the events that have and will have to take place to make the proposed cemetery possible including the land donation, the support See VETERANS Page 3
Local troops return home to loved ones was left to take care of their two young children, Carter jsexton@fillmorecountyjournal.com and Kylie, on her own. Nick Being in military duty and was in the National Guard and traveling to a strange country is worked in infantry and mortars. hard enough, but it can be even He was a part of an operation harder when you leave behind a that helped the troops pull out family. Being away from loved of Iraq. ones for months at a time can “Nick only got to see Kylie be difficult, but there are many for seven weeks of her life,” ways to keep in touch. said Amber. “She was a month Recently, several troops, old when he left. It was very and many in Fillmore County, hard.” returned home from overseas The Internet, and Skype in to be reunited with those they particular, became a great way left behind, and it was a happy for the couple to communicate eN he was away, and a great homecoming for all. w opwhile o N Nick Skree of Rushfordghtway s a for him to see his chili dren. 7 Nin returned from his duty wee k “I love Skype!” said Amber. Kuwait after thirteen months of being away. His wife Amber “We missed him very much.” By Jade Sexton
Amber had help from family while her husband was away. Her mother lives in the Harmony/Preston area, and her inlaws are in Rushford. “I have a lot of family that helped me quite a bit,” she said. “That was really nice.” The Skrees were married on August 30, 2011, when he was home from basic and before getting shipped. “It was a last minute wedding,” shared Amber. “We are going to have a bigger ceremony and reception this summer.” The day Nick returned home was an exciting one for everyone. According to Amber, Kylie See TROOPS RETURN Page 11
New Hours
Beginning May 24 through Labor Day 109 S. Parkway, Lanesboro, MN 55949 www.riversideontheroot.com
7 Days & Nights 11am - 9pm Friday & Saturday Late Night Menu from 9-10pm
Katie Treat (L) and Barb Laganiere (R) welcome Luke Laganiere home from his tour of duty. Photo provided
Music
Saturday, May 26 Kozy Lil Duo - 9:00-11:30pm Sunday - MMM 3 - 5:00-9:00pm
Sunday
Open Mic w/Bluff Country Gathering
Dirty
Martini
Lounge
Our Best
Memorial Week
! r e v Sale e
shop memorial day! 9am-5pm
Thomasville • Flexsteel • La-Z-Boy • Broyhill • Stanley Sam Moore • Ekornes • Chromcraft • Canadel • Lazar • Serta
1
Storewide Sale Prices!
Highlife Sofa
Save up to 30% on every item, including Special Orders.
Save 40% and more
on closeouts, floor samples, and discontinued items.
1 2
No Interest Financing!
No finance charges until June 2013*!
In stock and custom orders are both included! Reinventions Bed
1 3
FREE Gas!
We’ll pay for your gas – just for shopping Drury’s!
No purchase necessary! Bridges Dining Room
Over 35,000 Square Feet of Fully Accessorized Displays!
fountain
L
• Professional Delivery • Interior Design Service • Free In-Home Set-Up • Customized Credit Plans *$599 minimum purchase and credit approval required for special 12 month financing.Discounts are off MSRP. Offers do not apply to prior purchases, and may not be combined with any other special offer, coupon or rebate. Some exclusions may apply. See store or call 800-561-2000 for more complete details.
©2011 Drury’s
w w w . d r u r y s f u r n i t u r e . c o m
OUR 87th YEAR! OUR 87th YEAR! Fountain, MN 507-268-4363 Store Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am-8 pm; Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 9 am-5 pm; Sunday Noon-4 pm. 0524 657351s
Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
VETERANS
Continued from Page 1
from local legislators to pass legislation to cover initial costs to evaluate the site, the willingness of state agencies to work together, the willingness of the federal government to provide grant funding to construct the cemetery, and the state being willing to fund the operation and maintenance of the cemetery. After Brown and Amunrud testified, Walz asked how to start the process for state cemeteries in other areas. Amunrud insisted it is essential for the community to make an investment. He said the process has been fair and we have been kept informed. Past State Commander of VFW Stephen O’Connor said the construction of the proposed cemetery has been made possible with the combined efforts of the Fillmore County commissioners, local veteran’s organizations, the state legislature, the Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs and local communities. The ability of these entities to work together has made the cemetery possible. O’Connor felt there is no greater honor than to be laid to rest along side one’s comrades. Sergeant Lucinda Barth explained how the location of the cemetery near Pres-
ton would provide a resting place for veterans in Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin that would be a reasonable distance from their loved ones. She said she has seen some beautiful places around the world, but none compare to the beauty right here in Fillmore County. She believes this location is not only beautiful, but serene and would allow “veterans’ families to feel that their loved one is at peace.” Olmsted VSO (formerly Fillmore VSO) Nathan Pike noted the economic stimulus the construction of the cemetery would provide. There would be as many as a dozen permanent jobs with the cemetery. Visitors to the cemetery would help boost the local economy while in the area. He maintained the VA is responsible for the care of veterans and their families from “discharge to death.” The proposed cemetery will be well suited for a closer to home final resting place for area veterans. Runyan recognized the collaborative effort to get the proposal this far including everyone from state legislators and state VA to county commissioners and local citizens. Everyone wants to see this happen. Amunrud said the people sitting in this room are a testament to the collaborative efforts. Fillmore County Solid Waste Administrator Jon Martin said
CA$H MOB hits Rushford Hardware
The Rushford Area Chamber of Commerce organized a “cash mob” event on Friday, May 11, 2012, that has become a nation-wide trend with local merchants experiencing a thrust of retail sales from a mob of customers all agreeing to spend a minimum of $20 at the store.
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, May 21, 2012 people have hunted and hiked on this county-owned property over the years. This past fall it was closed to hunting while the area was being checked out for suitability by workers doing soil borings, wetland surveying, and conducting an artifact discovery process. He said people were understanding and supportive when they were informed of the reason for the closing. David Swantek, Cemetery Director at Little Falls, explained that President Abraham Lincoln made a promise that those who fought would not be forgotten 150 years ago. The veteran cemeteries are a reminder of the cost of “freedom and democracy.” In 1999 the National Cemetery Administration (NCA) was authorized by Congress to provide up to 100 percent of construction costs to expand or improve State Veterans Cemeteries. Swantek reported that a significant site suitability assessment had been completed and the proposed property seems to meet the suitability requirements for a State Veterans Cemetery. He noted other sites, for example at Duluth, may look beautiful, but won’t work. The site has to be suitable below ground as well. Swantek stated, “Fillmore County offered up to as close to a perfect cemetery site as possible.” State Senator Jeremy Miller said the county made it easy for them because they were willing to donate the land. Walz said the process worked and emphasized the importance of community involvement and veteran population centers. All levels of government are working together including local, state and federal to make the proposal for the state veterans cemetery a reality. NCA Glenn Powers, National Cemetery Administration, explained their mission is to provide eligible veterans, spouses and dependents places for burial and memorialization. The VA strives to have a veterans cemetery burial option within 75 miles of a veteran’s home. He said the proposed cemetery in Fillmore County would meet a critical need. The Veterans Cemetery Grants Program (VCGP) was established by Congress in 1978, which may fund up to 100 percent Apple Trees, Raspberry Plants, Blueberry Plants, Strawberry Plants, Seed Potatoes, Garden Seeds, Asparagus Roots, Bedding Plants, Bedding Plants, Onion Sets & Plants, Potting Soil, Mulch, Bark, Top Soil, Compost, Peat Moss
sPecial … 3 ½ iNcH seed GeraNiuMs … $1.09 Ea. $ 2 Off Regular Priced Assorted Baskets
sPEcial PricE ON sElEct
HaNgiNg BaskEts Wave PetuNias 5 For $10 FresH Baked Goods Muffins, Turnovers, Cookies, Fresh or Frozen Apple & other Pies Jams, Jellies, Honey, Maple Syrup, Popcorn & watkins Products
OPEN 7 Days a WEEk 9am-6:30pm
507- 765-4486 Hwy 52, Preston, MN
of the cost to expand, improve or establish Veterans Cemeteries. If all goes well in the grant process, the VCGP will pay the millions of dollars to construct the cemetery in Fillmore County. The federal grant could be awarded in 2013, after which construction could start. The state of Minnesota has four grant applications ranked on the priority list. One is for the expansion of the Little Falls cemetery. Three are for establishment of new Veterans Cemeteries including southeast (Fillmore County), Redwood County, and Duluth (St. Louis County). Land has not been acquired in either Redwood County or Duluth. The proposed cemetery in Fillmore County would provide for 50,000 unserved veterans in southeast Minnesota, northern Iowa, and western Wisconsin. Joshua de Leon, National Cemetery Administration, said, “We’d love to see this happen.” He said the proposal ranks number 11 out of 104 on the
Page 3
list. It ranks first in unserved veteran populations on the list for new constructions. Runyan asked if the proposal is automatically approved if it meets all the criteria. Leon said it has passed the May 15 deadline for 2012, and there is still construction planning to do; it has to go out for bid and complete all the required process steps. He added it is going par for the course for new establishment projects, saying we want these projects to go through. The Fillmore County application will be on the 2013 Priority List. Once the VA approves the grant award, construction can begin. Walz asked if the federal government provides adequate resources. Leon noted they have been able to fund most priority projects. Congress appropriates annually to the VCGP. Powers noted the criteria does place an emphasis on population to be served. He added there is a large concentration here with over 50,000 veterans.
Lanesboro School Board approves computer purchases for high school students By Jade Sexton In the fall, Lanesboro students in grades 9-12 will each be receiving their own personal tablet computer. High school Principal Brett Clarke and Superintendent Jeff Boggs have been researching different computers and discussing their ideas for implementing them into the curriculum of these students. Clarke said there are many reasons that this will benefit the students, but he outlined just a few of them. He added that there would need to be days dedicated to staff development, and they recently had a technology meeting to get an action plan together. He said there has been a lot of positive feedback from the staff. Clarke stated that the kids would have access to information anywhere and there is a possibility that they could get some textbooks on the computers instead of purchasing the books. He believes the program will take down some barriers to education, as there would be less fighting over computer time. They can keep track of not only what the kids are being taught, but what
they are learning. The students can take the computers home and get work done there. Convenience and efficiency are two big positives, and Clarke also believes they are helping the kids prepare for the future with the technology. “This is the future we are preparing them for,” he said. “What better way than by using the media?” Board member Dave Lawsteun commented that the program could help improve communication between teachers and students, and he thinks it will be great. The board approved the purchase. Special Recognitions The school board voted to give special recognition to the students involved in the spring play, “Cow Tippers,” as well as the director, Krissy Overland. Boggs said she has agreed to come back and direct next year, and that she has a great rapport with the kids and does a great job. They also gave special recognition to the accomplishments of See LANESBORO Page 15
MEMORIAL DAY SPECIALS MICHELOB GOLDEN LIGHT 24 Pk Cans
16
$
99
Preston Liquor, LLc 811 Hwy. 52 North, Preston, MN • PH.507-765-2565
★★★★★★★★★★
2012
Fountain American Legion
Romas-Mailia Post #492 • Nevin Vrieze, Adjutant
Memorial Day Program Monday, May 28, 2012
7:30 a.m. ............................... 8:15 a.m................................. 8:30 a.m. ............................... 8:45 a.m. ............................... 9:00 a.m. ...............................
★★★★★★★★★★ Canton American Legion Paul Blegan Post #400 Doug Marin, Commander
Memorial Day Program Monday, May 28, 2012 • 9:00 a.m. Canton Town Hall Speaker - Brett Corson
★★★★★★★★★★ Harmony American Legion Gustav Berg Post #81
Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 28, 2012 11:00 a.m. Fillmore Central High School Gymnasium, Harmony, MN
“America the Beautiful” ...... Fillmore Central MS Jazz Band Advancement of Colors ........ American Legion Post #81 “National Anthem”................ Fillmore Central MS Jazz Band Pledge of Allegiance ............. Audience Invocation ............................. Gold Star Mothers’ Tribute ... Diane Strahl Special Music Selection ........ Jacque Ryan Memorial Day Address ......... Commander Jim Bakken “In Flanders Field”................ Heather Barth Music “Stars and Stripes” ..... Fillmore Central MS Jazz Band Benediction ........................... Retiring of Colors ................. American Legion Post #81 Grave Service and raising of colors following in the Selvig Park
★★★★★★★★★★ Mabel V.F.W.
Kittelson-Onsgard Post #5769 • Darrell Sinclair, Commander
Mabel American Legion
Joseph B. Lund Post #299 • Bob Peterson, Commander
Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 28, 2012 • 11:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m............................. 7:30 a.m............................. 8:30 a.m............................. 9:15 a.m............................. 10:00 a.m........................... 10:45 a.m........................... 11:15 a.m ........................... 11:25 a.m. .......................... 11:30 a.m. .......................... Advance of Colors ............ “Star Spangled Banner”. ... Invocation ......................... “America The Beautiful” .. Memorial Day Address ..... Pledge to the Flag.............. Gold Star Mothers Tribute Memorial Ritual at the Crosses .................. Benediction .......................
Meet at Mabel Legion Highland Lutheran Graveside Rituals Hesper Public Graveside Rituals Burr Oak Cemetery Graveside Rituals Henrytown Cemetery Graveside Rituals Prosper Cemetery Graveside Rituals Meet at the Legion March to Steam Engine Grounds Program at Steam Engine Grounds American Legion-VFW Drill Squad Band & Audience Pastor Matt Larson Band & Audience Eddie Macha, speaker Band & Audience Legion-VFW and Boy Scouts Mildred Danielson, Legion Auxiliary Chaplain
Potluck Dinner at the Mabel Legion Hall
(In the event of rain, the program will be in the High School Auditorium)
Legionaires meet at the Community Hall Winslow Cemetery Fountain Lutheran Cemetery Fountain Catholic Cemetery Root Prairie Cemetery
★★★★★★★★★★ Lanesboro American Legion
Henry M. Guttormson Post #40 • Deane Benson, Commander
Memorial Day Program Monday, May 28, 2012
9:45 a.m................................. 10:00 a.m. ............................. Presentation of Colors ........... National Anthem ................... Invocation ............................. Recognition of Gold Star Mothers ...................... Musical Selection .................. Reflections on America ......... Memorial Day Address ......... God Bless America ............... Benediction ........................... Presentation of Flowers......... Gun Salute to the Dead & Taps
Parade from School to Lanesboro War Memorial Community Center Program begins in Lanesboro War Memorial Community Center American Legion Color Guard Lanesboro High School Band American Legion Chaplain American Legion Auxiliary Lanesboro School Band Lanesboro High School Seniors Brandon Papenfuss Audience Amer. Legion Auxiliary Chaplain By Our Children American Legion Post #40
★★★★★★★★★★ Peterson American Legion Gilbertson-Rude Post #526 Dustin Brown, Commander
Memorial Day Program Monday, May 28, 2012 10:00 a.m. Program at City Park
Crystal March........................................
R-P Middle School Band Director Mr. Jacob Olson Placing of Colors................................... American Legion Post #526 “Star-Spangled Banner” ........................ R-P Middle School Band Welcome....................................................... Dustin Brown, Commander Post #526 Invocation ............................................ Pastor Warnes Sounds of Sousa ................................... R-P Students In Flanders Field ................................. Nicholas Knutson Answer to In Flanders Field ................ Calab Thompson Introduction of Speaker ........................... Dustin Brown Memorial Day Address ....................... Jason Marquardt, Fillmore Co. Vetrans Service Officer. Served Afghanistan 2003-04 & Iraq 2009. Currently Military Police Instructor with 2nd Brigade 102nd Division “America The Beautiful” ...................... R-P Middle School Band Benediction ........................................... Pastor Warnes Firing Squad .......................................... American Legion Post #526 Taps ....................................................... Joel Trejo Women’s Auxiliary Meatball Dinner at Grace Lutheran Church, Peterson, MN 11am-1pm
In the event of rain, the program will be held in the R-P Middle School Auditorium
2012
★★★★★★★★★★ Spring Valley V.F.W.
Hanson-Raabe, Post #4114 • Steve O’Connor, Commander
Spring Valley American Legion
Everett H. Hale, Post #68 • Paul Ness, Commander
Memorial Day Program Monday, May 28, 2012
★★★★★★★★★★ Preston American Legion Viall Post #166 • Don Gildner, Commander Preston V.F.W.
Magdlin-Gilbertson Post #6893 • Cliff Sackett, Commander VFW & American Legion Auxiliaries & Sons of the American Legion
Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 28, 2012 • 9:30 a.m. At Christ Lutheran Church, Preston
“National Anthem”................ Welcome................................ Invocation ............................ “In Flanders Field” ............... “America, the Beautiful” ...... “Tribute to Gold Star Mothers” Memorial Day Address ....... “Stars and Stripes Melody”... Announcement ...................... Benediction .........................
F.C. 6th - 8th Jazz Band Ron Scheevel Pastor Michael Smith Braden hahn F.C. 6th - 8th Jazz Band Janelle Christensen Pastor Micheal Smith F.C. 6th - 8th Jazz Band Ron Scheevel Pastor David Jore
Prayer .................................... Presentation of the Wreath .... “Taps” .................................
Pastor Michael Smith Normen Schultz Jim Pickett
Prayer .................................... Calling of the Roll................. Rifle Volley-21 Gun Salute ... “Taps” ...................................
Pastor Michael Smith Phil Durst & David Starks Servicemen Color Guard Dave Wissing
At West Bridge
At Crown Hill Cemetery
Fillmore Central Sixth through Eighth Grade Jazz Band directed by Mr. Lane Powell `
★★★★★★★★★★ Rushford VFW
VFW Post 5905 • Maynard LaFleur, Commander
VETERANS MEMORIAL 9:45 a.m.: Musical Selection, Kingsland H.S. Band Prayer - Chaplain Laying of Wreath Salute to the Dead -- Honor Guard Taps COMMUNITY CENTER 10:00 a.m.: Call to Order - Paul Ness Presentation of Colors - Veterans Color Guard Pledge of Allegiance - All Invocation - Chaplain Music Announcements - Paul Ness SPRING VALLEY CEMETERY Call to Order - Steve O’Connor Invocation - Chaplain Patriotic Readings Placing of Wreaths - Ladies Auxiliaries Salute to the Dead - Honor Guard Taps Chicken BBQ at the Community Center 11am till gone Sponsored by the American Legion
★★★★★★★★★★ Whalan American Legion Erickson-Rose Post #637 Steve Erickson, Commander
Memorial Day Program Sunday, May 27, 2012
7:00 p.m. - Whalan Church Hall Program Program - Special Presentation POW - MIA Remembrance Ceremony, 7:00 p.m.
★★★★★★★★★★ Wykoff American Legion
Rushford American Legion
Stahl-Linnemeyer Post #369 • Wayne Winslow, Commander
Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 28, 2012
Murphy - Johnson Post #94 • Todd James, Commander Monday, May 28, 2012
7:00 a.m......................... Breakfast-Legion, free to Veterans 7:30 a.m......................... Assemble Fire Squad-Legion for Cemetery Honors 10:30 a.m....................... Program Commences, Veteran’s Park behind city hall. (Alternate location for weather is the R/P High School auditorium)
Music ............................ RP Band, Directed by Burton Svenson Presentation of the Colors . American Legion Post #94 “National Anthem”........ RP Band Pledge of Allegiance ..... All Welcome........................ Commander James Invocation. .................... Pastor Jim Scaife Presentation of Blue Star Banners - Commander James of the Legion and address by Deanna Honsey President of the Legion Auxiliary. Introduction of Speaker. Commander James Memorial Day Address . Senator Jeremy Miller Benediction ................... Pastor Scaife Firing Squad Salute to the Fallen........ Ted Roberton, Squad Leader Taps ............................... Derek Berg
11:30 am - 6:00 pm or until gone - Brat & Burger Feed at the Rushford Legion Hall. All Are Welcome. Free will donations.
Memorial Day Program
10:30 a.m. - Fillmore Cemetery Memorial Day Address - Pastor Becky Timm Music Selections by Kingsland School Band Director - Josh Hogberg Presentation of the Wreath - Ruthel Zalky Pastor - Pastor Becky Timm
★★★★★★★★★★ “Freedom Is Not Free”
Let us never forget the patriotism and courage of those who sacrificed everything for the sake of the country they so dearly loved. It is an honor to recognize the heroism and service of these great American heroes. They have forever earned a place in the heart of our grateful nation.
Page 6
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Obituaries
Monday, May 21, 2012
na) Sanden, Mary (Sanden) Grindland, Clara (Sanden) Welper, Knute Sanden Jr., Olaf Sanden, Ole Sanden. Joanne P. Bale Joanne Phyllis Skelly was born on Funeral services were Saturday, July 12, 1936, in Rochester, MN to May 19, 2012, at the Scheie Lutheran Leonard and Evelyn (Strike) Skelly. Church in rural Mabel with the Rev. She died on May 13, 2012 at her Mary Waudby officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Menhome in Mazeppa, MN. Joanne attended Rochester Schools gis Funeral Home in Mabel assisted and married Marvin D. Bale Sr. with arrangements. on June 20, 1952, in Byron, MN. Rolf Hatling Joanne worked as a cheese processor for Pace Dairy in Rochester, retiring Rolf was born to Martin and Gina after 23 years of service. She enjoyed (Gilbertson) Hatling on September gardening, feeding the birds, her dog, 11, 1922, at home near the NorweSnoopy, and visiting and spending gian community of Choice in the South Fork River Valley. He married time with her family. Survivors include her son, Don- Cathleen Flynn from Harmony on ald Bale of Rochester, MN,; her September 8, 1956. He attended the daughter, Connie (Gerald) Bannister South Fork School. After his schoolof Rochester, MN; her sons, Rich- ing he worked on several farms until ard (Pauline) Bale of Pine Island, he was able to run his own farm. MN; Dale Bale of the Twin Cit- After farming he began driving heavy ies, MN and Chuck Bale of Red equipment for firms in Winona until Wing, MN; her daughters, Tamera he started to work for the City of (Perry) Wagner of Chatfield, MN; Rushford in 1968 and worked for the Terry (Kevin) Griebenow of Pine City until he was 82. Island, MN; Debra Bale of Cook, As a young man Rolf loved his MN; Denise Bale of Elba, MN; and coon hounds, but his favorite dog Kimberly Lentz of Eyota, MN; and was his bird dog Durango. He sons, Marvin D. Bale Jr. of Faribault, enjoyed playing cards and having a MN and James Bale of Plainview, Norwegian conversation with an old MN; 26 grandchildren and 9 great friend. grandchildren; her brothers, Joseph Rolf passed away Monday, May (Betty) Skelly of Pottsdam, MN; Jim 14, 2012, at the home of his daughter, (Marlene) Skelly of Arizona; Rick Patty Barton, in Eitzen Minnesota Skelly of Arizona and Vernie Leitz at the age of 89. He was preceded of Rochester, MN; her sisters, Pam in death by brothers LaVane and (Cam) Helder of Pine Island, MN; Vernon, and sisters Alpha Rolfshus, and Pat Lauqa of Mazeppa, MN. Stella Larson and Gyda Vitse. Joanne was preceded in death by her Rolf is survived by his wife Cathparents, spouse, one son, Joe, two leen, daughter Patty (Ken) Barton sisters, Shirley and Beverly; and one and son Jeff Hatling, Kenersville, North Carolina; and six grandchilbrother, Bob. Funeral services for Joanne P. Bale dren. In addition, Rolf is survived were Thursday, May 17, 2012, at by two sisters Elsie Hellickson of Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes Caledonia and Beatrice Doely of with the Reverend Chuck Coggins Spring Grove. officiating. Burial was at Grand- Funeral Mass was Friday, May view Memorial Gardens. Ranfranz 18, 2012, at the St. Olaf Catholic and Vine Funeral Homes handled Church in Mabel. Burial was in the Calvary Cemetery, Canton, Minarrangements. nesota. Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel assisted with arrangements. Ruby M. Erlandson Ruby M. Erlandson, age 87, of Donovan Hellickson Mabel, died May 11, 2012, at the Green Lea Manor Nursing Home in Donovan “Don” Hellickson was born April 15, 1924 to Arnold and Mabel. Ruby Sanden was born May 1, Hulda (Kohn) Hellickson. He was 1925, in Hesper, Iowa to Knute O. baptized and confirmed at BlookSanden, Sr. and Kristina (Knudson) field Lutheran Church in Ostrander, Sanden. Ruby graduated from the Minn. On June 22, 1944, he was Mabel High School in 1943. On united in marriage to Evelyn Weber August 14, 1943, she married Norris in Sanborn, Minn. He was drafted Erlandson in Mabel. They farmed in the U.S. Army in 1944 and served in the Mabel area until 1964 when for 18 months in Okinawa, Philthey moved into Mabel. She worked lipines. After his honorable discharge, many years at Lind’s Grocery in the couple farmed in the Sanborn Mabel which later became Boyum area until 1962, when they purIGA, and finally Hometown Foods. chased the Dairy Queen at Sanborn She also helped her son, Steve, at the Corners and also started Hellickson Canton Cardinal in Canton. She Soft Water business. They sold the was a member of the Scheie Luther- Dairy Queen in 1977 and the water an Church in rural Mabel and its business in 2010. WELCA. Ruby enjoyed gardening, Don was united in marriage to reading, baking, and dancing, but Lorraine Haak on June 5, 2005. most of all spending time with fam- They lived in Sanbron Corners until ily and friends. She was known for May 2011 when they moved into Sanborn. He was a member of the always being dressed up. Ruby is survived by a daughter Zion Lutheran Church, the church choir, and Sanborn community club. Carolyn White of Apple Valley, Minnesota; seven grandchildren; The American Legion played a very fourteen great-grandchildren; and important part in Don’s life. He was special friend Mervin Dvergsten of a member of Post #286 in Sanborn Spring Grove. She was preceded in for 66 years and held several Dept. death by her parents; her husband and district offices. Among them Norris; son Steven; four grandchil- was vice-commander and 2nd district dren Lynn, Laura, Amy, and Jona- commander in 1993-94, Dept. vicethan; and half brothers and sisters commander in 2001-02. He enjoyed Lueda (Brenna) Street, Calma (Bren- fishing with his brothers, playing
cards, dancing, playing his accordian and harmonica, and spending time with his family. Don died May 7, 2012, at Valley View Manor in Lamberton at age 88. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine, of Sanborn; sons, Leon (Jean) of Albert Lea; and Dale (Kristine) of St. Cloud; daughter Cheryl (Eugene) Brown of St. James; 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; brothers Gerald (Elaine), Richard (Geraldiine) of Preston; sister, Marlene McKenzie and sister-in-law LaVonne Hellickson of Preston; and many neices and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Evelyn in 2004; brothers Duwaine, Robert, Leslie, and sister Ardith Ristau. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 12, 2012, at Zion Lutheran Church in Sanborn. Thelma M. Kohn Thelma M. Kohn, age 79, of Preston, died Friday, May 11, 2012, in Preston. Thelma was born May 29, 1932, in Holt Township, Fillmore Co., Minn., the daughter of Nelius E. and Randi M.(Johnson) Torgerson. She was a 1952 graduate of Preston High School. She married Donald L. Kohn October 5, 1963, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro. The couple farmed in rural Spring Valley until 1978, farmed in rural Lanesboro until 1986 and then farmed in Carimona until moving into Preston in 1990. She was a farm homemaker. Thelma loved animals especially her cats. She also enjoyed phone calls with her sisters to keep in touch. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Donald; six nephews, Gary (Vickie) Skartland of Kiester, Minn., Jerry (Mitsuko) Ihrke of Moreno Valley, Calif., Duane Ihrke of Wabasha, Minn., Daniel (Sharon) Ihrke of St. Charles, Minn., Robert Jr. (Sandy) Ihrke of Dover, Minn., and Carl Ihrke of Plainview, Minn. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Clifforde, Ernest and Arnold; and three sisters, Ruby Ihrke, Clenora Skartland and Marion Torgerson. The funeral was Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston with Rev. Dave Jore officiating. Burial was in the Lanesboro Cemetery. Thauwald Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements. Ruth Krull Ruth Krull, age 95, died Saturday, May 12, 2012, at Chosen Valley Care Center, Chatfield, MN, of complications from pneumonia. Ruth was born on August 20, 1916, on a farm in Guthrie County, Iowa, to Guy and Edna (Ridgeway) Minnich. She graduated from Coone Rapids High School in 1933, and the family moved to Grand Meadow, MN, in 1934. Between 1933 and 1940 Ruth had various jobs including picking potatoes and housekeeping. On September 4, 1940, she married Kenneth James Krull, and they made their home in Grand Meadow and later in Austin. In 1948 they moved to a farm in rural Spring Valley and lived there until Kenneth died in 1966. Thereafter, she has lived in Chatfield, Spring Valley, See OBITUARIES Page 7
Fillmore County Church Directory A rendahl Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2477 Assembly Of God Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 Assumption Catholic Church ………………… Fri. - 8 : 30am & Sat. - 5 : 00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320 Bethlehem Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344 Calvary Baptist Church ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 45am & 6 : 00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4686 Canton-Scotland Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 Chatf ield Lutheran Church …………………… Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 00am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4721 Chatf ield United Methodist Christ ………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatf ield, 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 N W, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Christian Science Ser vices …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Elstad Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church ……………… Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830 Fillmore Free Methodist Church ……………… Sundays - 8 : 30am & 10 : 30am 19127 County 8, Wykof f, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450 First Baptist Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am & 6 : 00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840 First Baptist Church-Preston …………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am & 7: 00pm 108 Chatf ield Ave N W, 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 55939 (507) 268- 4413 Fountain United Methodist Church ………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4456 Garness Trinity Lutheran …………………………………… Sundays - 11: 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 & 10 : 30am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2546 Harmony United Methodist Church ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henry town Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sun. - 10 : 30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Prairie Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 43265 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church ……………… Special Occassions Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545-2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 254 Main St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church ……………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Mabel First Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293 Mabel United Methodist Church …………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296 Nativity Catholic Church … Sun. (1st & 2nd) - 8 : 45am & (3rd & 4th) - 10 :30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 New Life Victory Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 440 2nd Ave SE, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3525 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 Saviour’s Lutheran Church ……………… Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 30am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 Pilot Mound Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 8 miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875-2460 Pioneer Presby terian Church ………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatf ield, 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 55939 (507) 268- 4455 Root R iver Church of the Brethren ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4772 Root R iver Community Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074 Rushford Lutheran Church …………………… Sat. - 5 : 30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 101 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152 Satersdahl Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, Rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680 St Columban Church …………………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 408 Preston St N W # 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’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 241 Line St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 St John’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 31497 Highway 43, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2585 St Joseph’s Catholic Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257 St Mark ’s Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111 St Marys Catholic Church ………………… Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 11: 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthews Episcopal Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, 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. (1st & 2nd) - 10 :30am & (3rd & 4th) - 8 : 45am 114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268 St Patrick ’s Church Hall ……………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480 St Paul Lutheran Church ………………… Sun. - 10 : 00am & Wed. - 7: 00pm 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul’s Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Harmony, MN 55939 (Big Springs) (507) 886-8175 Sumner Center United Methodist Church ………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 9 miles N. of Spring Valley on Co. Rd. 1 (507) 378- 4801 The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints ………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 21257 US Hwy 52 South Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4551 Trinity Fellowship ELCA …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211 Trinity Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 204 South St, Ostrander, MN 55961 (507) 657-2203 Union Prairie Lutheran ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363 United Methodist Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 236 Gold St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352- 4136 Valley Christian Center ……………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 610 Territorial Rd Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 W halan Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398
OBITUARIES
Continued from Page 6
Austin, Faribault, and returned to Chatfield in February, 2011. As Ruth grew up with 11 siblings, she was the designated baker of the household and baked pies from the time she was 12 years old for threshing crews which meant baking 12-14 pies at a time. She enjoyed it so much that baking and cooking became her lifelong hobbies. Her skill and artistry with baking and cooking was well beyond the outstanding level. Ruth also enjoyed gardening and could grow anything she so desired because of her “green thumb.” Ruth is survived by a son, Gary (Ella), Faribault, a daughter, Charlene Krenzke, Chatfield; five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Erma Kathleen Trembley, Austin, and Jolle Davis, Homer, Alaska; brothers, Thomas, Spring Valley; Max (Marlys), Austin; LeRoy (Marie), Carson City, Nevada; Douglas (Kaye), Grand Meadow, and Harley (Helen) San Benito, Texas; and one brother-in-law, Harold, Blaine; and a multitude of nieces and nephews. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband in 1966, her parents; brothers, Everett and John, and sisters, Gertrude, Ila and Inez. Funeral services for Ruth were held on Saturday, May 19 2012, at the United Church of Grand Meadow, with the Pastor Debra Jene Collum and Father Henry Doyle officiating. Burial took place in the Grand Meadow Cemetery.
Curtis W. Olson Curtis W. Olson, age 84, of Mabel, formerly of the Highland, Minnesota area died Saturday, May 12, 2012, at the Winneshiek Medical Center in Decorah, Iowa. Curtis was born September 7, 1927, in Peterson, Minnesota to Adolph and Mathilda (Norby). He attended country school in Preble Township. From 1945 to 1949 he was in the United States Navy and served on an aircraft carrier. After the Navy he worked on different farms until he was hired by Armour Meats in the Twin Cities. Curtis worked there for eight years when, at the age of 32, he received injuries from a tragic automobile accident, in which he lost his fiancee’, that forced him to return to the farm and rent out the land. After his long recovery, he continued to work for various farmers until moving into Mabel and then in 2003 to the Green Lea Manor Nursing Home in Mabel. Curtis was a member of the Highland Lutheran Church and the Lanesboro American Legion. He enjoyed going for walks and watching the news and weather on the TV and radio. Curtis is survived by nieces and nephews Betty Smith of Phoenix, Arizona; Sandra Tordoff of Belleville, Wisconsin; James Given III of Tomah, Wisconsin; Kimberly Bushey of Elkhorn, Wisconsin; Scott Olson of St. Paul, Minnesota; Gregg Olson of St. Paul, Minnesota; Russell Engrav of Houston, Texas; Jody Engrav of Spring Grove, Minnesota; Richard Engrav of Mabel, Minnesota; Steven Engrav of Spring Grove, Minnesota; and Gloria Earp of Waterloo,
The Preferred Package • Domain registration • Hosting services • Website design • Unlimited e-mail accounts • Website updates included • Search engine optimization • Website analytics reports • Social media guidance (Facebook, YouTube, MySpace and more) • Website features include: blogging, video, photo galleries, slideshows, e-commerce and more! •Free debut of website in the Fillmore County
Journal and Olmsted County Journal
Monday, May 21, 2012 Iowa; and one brother-in-law Ervin Wehinger of Phoenix, Arizona. He was preceded in death by three sisters Helen Engrav, Alatha Wehinger, and Irene Given; two brothers Gordon and Wesley; and a niece Carolyn Grudt. Funeral services were Friday, May 18, 2012, at the Highland Lutheran Church in rural Lanesboro, Minnesota with the Rev. Pat Hinkie, officiating. Burial was in the Choice Cemetery with military honors by the Lanesboro American Legion. Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel assisted with arrangements. Dennis Edward Peterson Dennis “Denny” Edward Peterson, 65, of Rushford, MN died on Wednesday, May 9, 2012, at his home. Dennis was born on June 6, 1946, in Rushford to Edward and Josephine ( Wox l a n d ) Peterson. He Dennis Edward attended Big Peterson Martin Country School and graduated from Rushford High School in 1964. He received his Associates degree in Business from Winona State College. On June 25, 1966, he married Ruth Westby. He served in the U.S. National Guard for 8 years. Dennis worked for Tri County Electric Coop in Rushford for 32 years, retiring in 1998. While at Tri County he also farmed, retiring from farming
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
in 2010. Dennis worked part time at Farmers Elevator in Rushford for ten years. Dennis believed in giving back to his community and did so in many ways. He was a member of Rushford Lutheran Church where he was on the council and was president. Dennis was a thirty-year member of the Rushford Fire Dept. He started the Youth Gun Safety Program in
See OBITUARIES Page 10
WhErE nEW friEnds ArE mAdE
and past friends reunite
May EntErtainMEnt tuesday, May 22 ~ Out for Lunch - 11:00am Ron Vorwerk - 1:30pm thursday, May 24 ~ Chris Vonarx - 4:30pm Saturday, May 26 ~ Root River Blue Grass Band - 1:30pm
• 3 homecooked meals 7 days a week • Housekeeping provided • Laundry done by staff no cost for soap or dryer sheets • Transportation provided by staff • 1st alert pendants provided • On-duty staff 24 hours a day ALA,LPN/RN • Activities provided Only 1 Openings left! Come on in for a tour.
Public is welcome
Park Lane Estates Assisted Living
111 Fillmore Place SE, Preston, MN
(507)765-9986 • 507-259-3291
Now Offering ~ Social Media Management •Setup and social media site management to reach your target audience •Including the top social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Myspace and more!
SMG Design
SMG Web Design is proud to announce the debut of Bob’s Construction, Inc. ....available online 24/7
www.bobs-construction.com
Jason
Gabby
Michelle
Sheena
Tyler
Contact SMG Web Design for more information 507-765-2704 or 877-282-0647 www.smgwebdesign.com
Page 7
Rushford and ran the program for 15 years. Dennis was a charter member and past president of the Rushford Jaycees. He was a member, officer and past president of the Rushford Lions Club. Dennis was a member of the Rushford School Board and the American Legion Post 94 in Rushford. Dennis was Sergeant of
Web
The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week.
Page 8
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, May 21, 2012
The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week.
C ommentary
Is this really the best we can do? By Lee H. Hamilton As you know if you pay attention to national affairs, the United States faces a perfect fiscal storm at the end of this year. A confluence of deadlines and policy triggers unlike anything I can remember in a halfcentury of public life will produce massive budget cuts and serious tax increases amounting to a 3.5 percent hit on the nation’s Gross Domestic Lee Hamilton Product. At least, it will if Congress and the White House don’t act. It would be, as Princeton economist Alan Blinder put it recently in The Wall Street Journal, “a disaster for the United States.” So surely it must be all hands on deck in Washington, right? You know where I’m going
with this. A rational government would be in high gear, yet what do we see? The House has worked for roughly a third of 2012 so far, and will be out of Washington campaigning or tending to constituents for half the remaining weeks of the year. The Senate, meanwhile, has been working on several bills, but the two houses are largely ignoring the coming fiscal meltdown. The looming crisis is a result partly of bad timing — the tax cuts enacted under George W. Bush are due to expire and Congress faces yet another vote on raising the debt ceiling —and partly a result of earlier decisions to defer hard decisions. The temporary payroll tax cut, which members of Congress went to the mat over just a few months ago, will expire. Unemployment benefits are due to be cut back. And, of course, the failure of the congressional “supercommittee” to agree on a deficit-
One Moment Please... Our readers, near and far By Jason Sethre Publisher of the Fillmore County Journal & Olmsted County Journal Cell phone: 507-251-5297 jsethre@fillmorecountyjournal.com For the past month or so, on a daily basis, I have had readers of the Journal ask me why they are getting the paper on Saturdays now instead of Mondays. Well, guess what, we haven’t Jason Sethre changed anything on our end. Instead, a mandate from the top, the Postmaster General I would imagine, stated that all mail coming in to each USPS location needs to go out immediately. So, if you live in Preston, Harmony, Fountain, Wykoff or Foun-
tain, I am pretty sure you are receiving your Journal on Saturdays. There may be other communities also receiving their newspapers on Saturdays, but the aforementioned communities are the ones that I am aware. It’s a little odd to me, because the date on our newspaper is a Monday date and readers are receiving the newspaper two days in advance. I had one reader thank me for predicting the future and providing them with predated information. Feel free to forward those “thank you” cards to the USPS. Are these for real? Below you will find two pictures that I received via text directly to my cell phone. As far as I can tell, these are for real. I contacted a Minnesota DNR Wildlife Management representative for our region and received no response regarding these two photos. The one on the left is Mitch
cutting deal has triggered $1.2 trillion in spending cuts. Those cuts are scheduled to go into effect starting at the turn of the year. Most commentators in Washington agree that Congress and the President will eventually act. A few optimists hope for a “grand bargain” that would resolve Democrats’ and Republicans’ differences over taxes, spending and entitlements. But the consensus in Washington seems to be that policy-makers will dither until after the November elections. Then, in a desperate scramble — with a lame-duck Congress and either a lame-duck or a new President — they’ll find some way of postponing the hard decisions for yet a few more months. There is a very real cost to this delay. It’s not a good time to be anyone dependent on the federal budget, and that includes millions of people and 28 percent of the American economy. Pentagon planners and transportation program managers have no idea what
their budgets will be. Federal contractors don’t know if funds will be available to pay them. People receiving unemployment benefits have to worry they’ll run out soon. Every taxpayer faces an increase in income taxes. Nobody knows if we will be able to pay our debts as a country, and everyone involved in the financial markets has to worry about what happens if Congress by its inaction allows the economy to contract sharply. The uncertainty will surely erode the confidence of markets and investors, and even worse, of business-people. As PIMCO’s Mohamed El-Erian recently wrote in The Washington Post, “[P]rolonged political inaction is likely to encourage companies to postpone building plants and purchasing equipment and to discourage them from hiring.” We’ve never quite had a situation like this, where so clearly ahead lies a fiscal crisis with enormous implications, yet Congress cannot enact a com-
prehensive annual budget and blithely assumes that its leaders and the White House will eventually get around to acting — but meanwhile, its members will go home on recess. If the CEO of a major enterprise saw problems of this magnitude looming, it’s hard to imagine he’d call his employees together and tell them all to go on vacation. Reducing the deficit is difficult, but can’t we get our political leaders to act before we go over the fiscal cliff? The only way to do it in a sluggish economy is by raising taxes and cutting spending. Both are unpopular, and our leaders can’t seem to summon the courage to confront hard choices even as we move inexorably closer to a fiscal reckoning. It all makes me wonder if the skeptics who say our government cannot work are right. Lee Hamilton is Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.
Albrecht, sporting a 38-inch northeran that he caught a couple weeks ago in the Root River down by Fillmore with an eight pound test line. That had to feel like one heck of a trout on his fishing line. So, the questions are: how did that northern get in the Root River? Was it transported to the Root River by man, or did it swim upstream from the Mississippi? Everyone should be happy to know that Mitch released the big fish back into the Root River. I am sure the remaining smaller fish (a.k.a. “lunch”) in the foodchain were not happy to see this big northern back in their waterways. Ok, so the picture on the right is a photo taken by an Amish man with the camera on his cell phone while driving his buggy on Highway 52 near Canton. This picture was taken on the evening of Monday, May 14, catching a glimpse of a bear crossing the highway. There were reports of bear sightings in Northeast Iowa over the past week,
so this seems very likely that a bear could have made its way through the Canton area. I haven’t heard any reports of missing cats or dogs from the Canton area, but I would imagine this burly bear is going to get hungry at some point. To all of our readers, please keep your cell phones handy for wildlife paparazzi moments. You can send them my way via text, e-mail, or simply stop by the Journal office. Thank you! All the way from New Jersey I received the following e-mail this past week, which I felt would be of interest to our readers. --------------------------Hello Mr. Sethre, Recently did some ebay business with a resident of Fillmore County and inside of the package was a copy of The Fillmore County Journal (missing pages 6 to 31) and as I always do when I get the opportunity to read newspapers inside packages I receive I read the partial copy of the Journal. I read with great interest your article “One Moment Please”, also the com-
mentary by Mr. Andrew Kingsley. I won’t comment on them other to say you both make very good ‘points’, I sorta wish I had the missing pages to look at. Now you say FCJ has reached twelve thousand and one. Robert ‘Bob’ Brooks New Jersey -------------------------- When I say “Our readers, near and far,” I’m not kidding. Now, I’ve heard of our newspaper gaining a few extra miles beyond the reading experience. I am sure my face has been plastered with a few thousand bird droppings at the bottom of a bird cage. And, I’m sure our newspaper has helped to ignite a few camp fires over the years. But, I completely forgot about the Journal being used in the packing and shipping process. I have mailed Bob Brooks a copy of the May 7th Journal he requested, and he will receive a copy of this issue, as well, so he can see “the rest of the story.” Thanks to our readers, near and far.
Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
Monday, May 21, 2012
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Page 9
C ommentary Can I really start dairy farming this day and age? By Aimee Finley Recently, over 60 current and aspiring farmers attended a series of workshops in southeast Minnesota sponsored by the Land Stewardship Project, which I helped facilitate. Here are some of the questions people were Aimee Finley asking: How many cows will I need to make this full time? How many acres will it take? How much money will I need to make to be successful, pay the bills and be happy? How do I even begin? I have been asking myself the same questions. After graduating from college in 2003, I jumped head first into grass-based dairying with 17 cattle I had previously owned and a few old pieces of equipment. I added more cattle and equipment to make my farming dream a reality. After seven years, I was almost entirely debtfree on my cattle and equipment. Unfortunately, due to long-term goals that differed from those of the landowner, it became apparent that I needed to find a better place for my operation. Suddenly, access to land became my biggest
barrier. After over three years of investigating opportunities with no result, I ended up having to sell the herd. Three more years have passed since the cows were sold and I am finding that this passion to farm is as strong as ever. Many others in our community, and across the country, know one of the biggest and most daunting challenges to pursuing our farming dreams is access to land. Land sales and auctions in Winona County have reached record highs of up to $10,000 per acre— this is far more than the productive value of the land. Given this current reality, it seems almost impossible to cash flow a start-up dairy operation. So how can I (and others) actually get a start? The biggest source of encouragement was through stories experienced farmers shared at the workshops about their own start- ups. These farmers faced similar land access challenges when they started farming, and said a key element was finding another farmer with similar values. The farmers that helped them get started were driven by the satisfaction to see others maintain intimacy with a particular piece of land they themselves developed a relationship with over many years.
The retiring farmers could see the swing in the yard come alive again with the energy of children. They could see these same children attend the public school and community church that their own children attended. The community and farm would continue on for another generation. This value far outweighs any monetary value for these farmers. An important consideration was that the retiring farmers needed to be able to retire with security and what they “needed,” not just what they could “get” for the land. Another encouraging piece that came out of these workshops was the amount of resources and networks available to beginning farmers. I know this firsthand. To be successful, you have to continue to educate yourself and surround yourself with others who also want to see you succeed. For me, the support has come through experienced farmers as mentors and being a part of a beginning farmer grazing group. The Midwest is lucky to have many strong organizations that are prioritizing the need for beginning farmer educational programs through courses, conferences, workshops and field days. We as a community have a call and a need to invest in these programs that support beginning farmers.
THANK YOU
I’m excited that there are now proven successful models on how to start a profitable, low-cost grass-based dairy -- I and others don’t need to reinvent the wheel. A couple that come to mind are Iowa State University Extension’s grass-based dairy initiative, and an apprenticeship program offered by GrassWorks, Inc. in Wisconsin. I am energized by the fact that these recent Land Stewardship Project workshops were filled with others that have a drive to farm and who, like me, believe grass-based dairy is financially viable. But this brings us back to the issue of where these innovative farmers will call home. Southeast Minnesota and the surrounding regions have a rich agricultural history. A strong network of support for beginning farmers is key to attract and retain these community members and business owners. In order to attract beginning farmers to southeast Minnesota, we all need to begin thinking creatively as a community about landowners and beginning farmers and how to connect them. I encourage all of us -- both landowners and nonlandowners -- to start a dialog on what we value in our community. Let’s draw on our wisdom and rich farming history, and make our region a model for other rural communities across the nation looking to support beginning farmers. Aimee Finley is seeking re-entry into grass-based dairying, and is a program organizer for the Land Stewardship Project as well as a business owner in St. Charles.
Letter about equal rights To the Editor, “Justice For All.” In the last forty-five years, there has been a sustained effort to politicize religion and make Christian Fundamentalism the law of the land. The danger here is that we forfeit reason and allow ourselves to be led by faith alone. Our government is being held hostage by individuals entrenched in religious dogma. There is no need to consider the opinions of others since they are inspired by God and carrying out his will. This belief is manifested in obstructionism. The Founding Fathers understood our needs would change as our country grew and included plans that allow us to amend the Constitution. The power we have as citizens is the vote! Members of Congress are there to serve “all” the people. In November we will be asked to vote on two referendums. One is a law concerning “a voter I.D” which in reality is designed to suppress the vote of our most vulnerable citizens. Another is the “defense of marriage act” which discriminates against homosexuals. Our sexuality is part of us when we are born, just as we are born with blue eyes or brown, or right or left handed. Gays and Lesbians are Americans and entitled to the “Pursuit of Happiness” and all the rights and privileges enjoyed by heterosexuals. The role of government, our government, is to protect the rights of “all” Americans. We seek “Justice For All!” Respectfully submitted, Yvonne Nyenhuis, Lanesboro, MN
NOTICE
Filing will be open at the Fillmore County Auditor/Treasurer’s Office for the following Fillmore County elective offices from 8:00 A.M. May 22, 2012 thru 5:00 P.M. on June 5, 2012. Fillmore County Office will be closed Monday, May 28th in observance of Memorial Day. Candidates who will be absent from the state during the filing period may arrange to file, in person, prior to departure. Affidavits of candidacy may be picked up at the County Auditor’s Office, Fillmore County Courthouse, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN. The filing fee for Fillmore County Commissioner is $50.00 and the filing fee for Soil and Water Supervisor is $20.00 One County Commissioner for District 1 (Four Years) The Townships of Chatfield, Fillmore, Jordan, Spring Valley, and Sumner and the Cities of Chatfield and Wykoff.
Sen. Jeremy Miller
Rep. Greg Davids
You turned a $6 billion deficit into a surplus. You supported job growth and a strong economy. You balanced the budget and kept spending in check.
Paid for by the Coalition of Minnesota Businesses
One County Commissioner for District 3 (Four Years) The Townships of Beaver, Bloomfield, Forestville and York; and the Cities of Ostrander and Spring Valley. ONE County Commissioner for District 5 (Four Years) The Townships of Amherst, Canton, Harmony, Newburg and Preble, and the Cities of Canton, Harmony and Mabel. One Soil and Water Supervisor for Districts 3 (County Wide Election 4 Year Term) The Townships of Beaver, Bloomfield, Fillmore, Forestville, and York and the Cities of Spring Valley, Ostrander, and Wykoff. One Soil and Water Supervisor for Districts 4 (County Wide Election 4 Year Term) The Townships of Bristol, Carimona, Carrolton, Fountain, Preston, and Pilot Mound and the cities of Fountain and Preston. One Soil and Water Supervisor for Districts 5 (County Wide Election 4 Year Term) The Townships of Amherst, Canton, Harmony, Newburg, and Preble and the Cities of Canton, Harmony, and Mabel.
Page 10
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
OBITUARIES
Continued from Page 7
Arms for the Color Guard for over 35 years. He was currently on the Board of Directors at Rushford State Bank. He enjoyed farming, playing cards, family holidays and spending time with friends and family. Dennis was very well-known for his quick wit and his unique one-liners. Dennis is survived by his wife Ruth; son Nathan Peterson of Rushford; two sisters: Jane (Pete) Quamen of Rushford and Connie (Gary) Boyum of Danbury, WI; three brothers-in-law: Kenneth Feine, Dennis (Connie) Westby and Terry (Marilynn) Westby; one sister-in-law, JoAnn (Jay) Bunke; mother-in-law, Clarice Westby; several nieces and nephews, and by his three furry companions: Miss Kitty, Shadow, and Yager. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Doris Feine; and nephew, Justin Bunke. The funeral service was on Monday, May 14, 2012, at Rushford Lutheran Church with the Rev. Roger Michaelson officiating. Burial was in the Rushford Lutheran Cemetery. Richard Adolph Wachter Richard Wachter, 90, went home to be with the Lord on May 11, 2012, at Golden LivingWhitewater, St. Charles, succumbing to the effects of a stroke which he suffered on Easter Sunday. Richard was born December 18, 1921, Rosemount, MN, to Max and Clara (Volkert) Wachter. Due to his mother becoming ill after delivery and eventual death when Richard was eighteen months of Richard Adolph age, his Uncle Wachter Otto and Aunt Marie (Volkert) Schaar raised him like one of their own children. He gained two more siblings at that time, Luella and Carl. He attended District #24 country school, then Hastings High School. Richard was proud to be an American farmer. The story is told that the family’s pastor stopped to tell his “Pa” that his horse team was seen dragging the field with no one leading them. Who the pastor didn’t notice was Richard, at the age of 4, sitting in the seat, leading the team! He loved the horses but as tractors came on the farming scene, Richard became a loyal John Deere man. On June 10, 1944, he was united in marriage to Alva Lillie Maria Ranelius. Richard
Pet of the Week
Monday, May 21, 2012
and Alva lived and farmed in Ninenger Township, rural Hastings until 1964, then purchased a farm near Kenyon. Swine, corn, sweet corn, and soybean production were their main enterprises. For several years Alva and Richard built a successful Moews Seeds distributorship. Upon Alva’s death in 2006, Richard moved to Lanseboro and lived with his daughter Judy’s family. He enjoyed the activity of the dairy farm, was proud to see his John Deere 4440 used for daily feed mixing and helped to tend the gardens and yard. He lived with Judy and Brian until April 5 of this year when after being hospitalized with pneumonia, he entered the care of Golden Living Center. He enjoyed family fishing trips Up North. He and Alva made many trips to Yellowstone National Park to visit Carl, Dorla and family where Carl worked as park ranger during the summer months. They rarely missed a Fillmore County Fair or MN State Fair 4-H dairy show when Amy, Amber, and Adam were participating. Richard and Alva were avid gardeners. They enjoyed sharing the fruits and vegetables with friends, family and food shelves. In his younger years Richard was a Mason and Shriner. He was a member of New Life Church, Wanamingo. Grateful for having shared his life are son, Carl (Dorla) of Mankato, daughter, Judy (Brian) of Lanesboro; grandchildren, Sonja Younger, Elliot Wachter, Amy, Amber and Adam (fiance’ Abbey Norby); great grandchildren Sage Younger and Elson Wachter; Sister-in-Law Dorothy Schaar; Brother-in-Law Leon Carpenter and many nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Alva; parents; brothers Carl Schaar, Carl and Albert Wachter; sisters Luella (Schaar) Werth, Esther Wachter and Marie (Wachter) Heintz and Sister-in-Law Ruth (Ranelius) Carpenter. The funeral service was Thursday, May 17, 2012, at New Life Church, Wanamingo, with Pastor Pat McBride officiating. Burial was in Lakeside Cemetery, Hastings. Michaelson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
By Karen Reisner The Fillmore County Planning Commission at their May 17 meeting considered the request from Mensink Family LLC, Craig and Pamela, Section 28, Carimona Township, for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a feedlot expansion. The Mensink Family currently has a CUP for 980 animal units and they want to expand to 1,110 animal units. The couple currently has four 600 head hog finishing barns which are each 41 feet by 120 feet. They are currently custom finishing 1200 additional hogs. They plan to build a 51 foot by 192 foot naturally ventilated, fullyThe slatted, and deep pitted Minnesota building south of existing four barn site to house the 1200 hogs. They are applying for a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit from the state which is Display Ad required in Minnesota for operNetwork ation sites of more than 2500 Your There newspaper animals. are the necessary has acres available to apply agreed to parnutrients. They are expecting ticipate in the 2x2 to add a holding tank for water Display Ad Network along with the current well to program by running guarantee adequate water supin the main ply. these An ads emergency response plannews is onsection record. of your newspaper (not the Mike Frauenkron, Feedlot, acknowledged that theofMPCA classified section had your issued their permit newspaper). At and everything was in order. times, advertisers During the public hearing may request a specifthere were no objections to the ic section. However, expansion plans. Carimona the decision is ulti-Arlynn Township supervisor mately to each Hovey said up he had heard no comment for orAds against. newspaper. may Ron Scheevel, neighbor, need toa be decreasedrecommended approval. slightly in size to fit The Commission yourPlanning column sizes. unanimously recommended approval for the CUP. The Please do not bill for will board of commissioners these ads. you have consider the IfCUP at their questions, please call upcoming meeting. MNA at 800/2792979. Thank you.
Heaven -Sent
Home Health Care
Compassionate Care For Your Loved Ones Certified Nursing Assistant with many years experience seeks private employment to do personal cares and or housekeeping. Mabel and Rushford area preferred. References available.
The Fillmore County Journal publishes engagement announcements free of charge.
DOMESTIC SHORTHAIR MIX
Paws & Claws dog and cat shelter is located at: 602 7th St. NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Lefty
Mensink feedlot expansion
Call 507-493-5025 or 507-450-4166
i’m a quiet young dude who was left outside the shelter in a carrier. Just because i’m named lefty and have two left feet, don’t think i can’t dance! i’m a guy who wants to experience life to the fullest to learn, laugh, and love. Will you be my special somebody? come on over to Paws and claws and make the right choice - with lefty!
Viewing Hours for our animals: • Monday: 12:30pm - 4:30pm • Tuesday: 2:00pm - 7:00pm • Wednesday: 12:30pm - 4:30pm • Thursday: 2:00pm - 7:00pm • Friday: 12:30pm - 4:30pm • Saturday 12:30pm - 4:30pm (PleaSe arrive 15 MinuTeS Prior To cloSing To vieW caTS and dogS available For adoPTion.)
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
Send your announcement and photo to news@fillmorecountyjournal.com
includes park model campers. Language requires them to be built on concrete slabs, no basements. They will not be allowed in the floodplain and must have a 100 foot setback from any portion of the floodplain, shoreland, and toe or shoulder of the bluff impact zone. The proposed requirements would have the cabins removed if the campground ceases to exist and the property can not be subdivided. Cabins would be limited to 400 square feet in size. Language for an additional setback of 1,000 feet for new campgrounds is being considered from rock or sand extraction sites and feedlots. A public hearing on the camping cabin additions and changes to ordinance 711 will be held on June 7 at 7:00 p.m.
Canton A public hearing to remove the city of Canton from Fillmore County ordinance 606 was without comment from the city’s officials or the public. Zoning Administrator Chris Graves explained Canton was being removed from the zoning ordinance because Canton now has its own zoning ordinance. Camping Cabins There was further discussion to add camping cabins to 711, Recreational Camping, Campground Regulations. A brief discussion ensued about the density of cabins. The language being considered is to allow one cabin per every six recreational vehicles or tent sites. The camping cabin definition
2x2 & 2x4 ads to run ONE TIME, the w
BARGAIN Stay
Minneapolis South - Burnsville O Indoor Pool/Whirlpool/Sauna O 10 Min. to Mall of America O Free High Speed Internet O 15 Min. to Mystic Lake Casino O FREE Coffee & Donuts O Refrigerator & Microwave
included in ALL rooms
O 10 Min. to Valley Fair O 2 Min. to Burnsville PAC
49 95
$
per night plus tax
1 or 2 Queen Beds
$10 Additional Per Night for Fri/Sat Valid thru Dec. 31st, 2012 Valleyfair discount tickets available Not valid with any other offers or discounts Coupon valid for multiple nights & rooms Coupon not valid with online reservations
Reservations: 1-800-358-8554 | (952) 894-8554 | www.Primeratemotelmn.com On I-35W Exit at Burnsville Pkwy 12850 W. Frontage Rd. Burnsville 55337
Dust Control
At McLane, we offer TOP PAY with excellent benefits along with industry-leading incentives.
ChuCk’s FeeD & Grain
Let us help control your dust problem on roads, driveways parking lots.what Environmentally safedrive & noncorrosive. Do&you have it takes to our team? Top Pay, Great Benefits Requirements Call Chuck’s Feed & Grain today and • Great pay-$55,000 to $65,000 • Class A drive • Earn more money with more at home time • High school diploma sign up for your dust control!or GED • Work in a stable, secure environment • Medical, dental, vision, life and 401(k)
• Clean driving record and great customer service skills
To apply call or E-mail: Hollie (507) 664-3038 mnhr@mclaneco.com • Fax: (507) 664-3042
507-875-2247
McLane Minnesota / 111 West 5th Street / Northfield, MN 55057 Lobby Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5pm ©2010 McLane Company, Inc. All rights reserved. EOE
Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
TROOPS RETURN Continued from Page 1
was a little leery of her dad at first, but quickly got used to having him around. “It was amazing,” said Amber of seeing her husband after so long. She said there were a lot of people there to welcome the troops home. Nick is also excited to be home with his family again, and has been having fun with his kids. He said he had fun, and has a lot of good memories, but it’s still nice to be home. Luke Laganiere of Fountain did not leave any children behind when he went to Kuwait, but he and his girlfriend, Katie Treat, are expect- Luke Laganiere ing a child in June. They also utilized Skype to keep in
contact with each other while he was gone. Laganiere was also in the National Guard, and until the first of the year, he did convoy secret missions as a gunner in Iraq. He protected convoys and escorted semis. “It was pretty hot,” he said. “And sandy. But it got cold towards October.” Laganiere said it was hardest for him and his family the first few months that he was gone. In April he flew into Minneapolis, and a bus drove him and the others to an armory in Bloomington, where he was reunited with Katie, his mom, Barb Laganiere, and her fiancé. “It was nice,” said Laganiere of the return. “It was kind of surreal at first. You get used to it, but it takes a bit of time.” Since his return, Laganiere has been working to get his CDL license. He should not have to go back overseas. “It was a good experience, but I’m glad it’s over.”
Chatfield to waive hookup fees for new homes
By Karen Reisner City Clerk Joel Young explained at the council’s May 14 meeting the recommendation of the Chatfield EDA to establish a trial period for a new incentive program to encourage construction of new single family homes. Councilors Dave Frank and Josh Thompson were absent. Mayor Don Hainlen inquired if any of the councilors had plans through the end of the year to build a home that would be impacted by a fee waiver. None did. The EDA recommendation to waive water and sewer hookup fees for single family new construction would be a savings of $4,200 for the owner or developer/builder. The hookup fee for water is $1,600 and the hookup fee for sewer is $2,600. The EDA has already been approached by a local develop/builder asking about the possibility of this type of program and has indicated with the program the builder would be interested in building a spec home. There was concern over the waiving of the fee for sewer due to the large debt for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Young suggested they are in a transition period as some people are talking about building and maybe the waiving of fees would stimulate building in Chatfield. He added there probably will be three or four new homes built regardless of what the councilors decide. Young said there is no way to gauge what impact the waiving of hookup fees would have. The EDA said they would be willing to market the program. Councilor Paul Novotny noted the water fund is in good enough shape, but was concerned about the sewer fund. Hainlen maintained that if more homes were built due to the hookup fee
waiver, the city’s tax base would be increased. Councilor Ken Jacobson insisted the EDA should market the program hard to a 50 mile radius around the city. He added that if more homes are built, it would be good for the sewer fund in the long run. Councilor Russ Smith said it would only be an encouragement to those already considering building, but it may entice them to build in Chatfield. Hainlen suggested they run the waiving of hookup fees to the end of 2012 and review the program before the end of the year. The council voted to allow the EDA to start marketing the no hookup fee program for new single family construction until the end of 2012. The program will start immediately. Other Business In Brief •The low quote of $13,300 from Municipal Pipe and Tool Company, Hudson, Iowa, was approved for the rehabilitation of seventeen manholes. WWTP superintendent Darryl Haner said the figure falls within his budget. He said the work is not a major rehab, but needs to be done. •Jacobson reported that a survey will be sent to the citizens of Chatfield for the state audit performance measure program. •May was declared National Preservation Month. •The new warning sirens have been installed and the others upgraded. Olmsted County will test the sirens every Wednesday for three minutes from May to October. During the other months the sirens will be tested only on the first Wednesday of each month. •During the recent city-wide clean up, about 40 tons was collected and removed at a cost of $8,143.84. •Young introduced Jordan Boysen as the summer intern.
Monday, May 21, 2012
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Food For Life By Jade Sexton
On the wrong path I just read some very disturbing statistics, and since my column is basically about trying to be healthy, I thought I would share. I know I am not perfect, and I eat a lot of unhealthy things that I preach about not eating. I weigh about 20 pounds more than I should. I have still not found a perfect way to lose this weight, although I’m guessing it has something to do with that exercise thing I never do. But I am trying. I am going to talk about the United States, because this is where we are, and this country seems to be the worst as far as obesity and obesity-related health problems. There is something very wrong with this. A country this well-off and with this many opportunities should not have such a low infant mortality rate, should not have such a dysfunctional healthcare system, should not have such poor education when it comes to food. Food is medicine for your body, and when junk goes in, your body is not going to function well. Our bodies were not designed to digest so much sugar. Our bodies store
it and it becomes the fat that we hate. There are many, many people making changes in their lives and trying to be healthier, but there are also a lot of people who aren’t aware of what they are doing to themselves or just don’t care. Americans in general are going down a path with devastating consequences. The poor health that comes from eating processed, fried, fatty, salty, sugary, and fast foods costs the country millions in healthcare. One problem is that people are too busy, too stressed, or too poor to eat the way we should. It is way to easy, and too inexpensive, to stop and get fast food, or buy a box of macaroni and cheese, or eat a frozen pizza. I know. I have three kids, and some nights, this is what we end up eating. According to the statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), that average weight for both men and women has increased by more than 20 pounds since 1960. In
Page 11
1970, Americans spent about $6 billion on fast food. In 2000, they spent $110 billion. There has been a 63 percent increase in the consumption of fats and oils, and a 400 percent increase in the consumption of high fructose corn syrup since 1970. Is there really any question why we are seeing more cancers, more heart disease, more type 2 diabetes in young children? How do we get back to how we used to be? I don’t know. Money seems to control how things are run, and it is going to take a lot of demand from people to make changes. Companies make junk food because people eat it. If more people buy organic, there will be more demand, more supply, and the prices will go down. If more people demand that the government subsidize fruits and vegetables more than corn, which ends up as high fructose corn syrup, or other unhealthy things that end up in fast food, it can happen. This casserole is, once again, an adaptation of a recipe I found on Oh She Glows. I have made it for company a couple of times, and everyone has loved it. It’s also easy to make, looks pretty, and is full of good nutrition. It can be as spicy as you want it to be, depending on how much taco seasoning you add, or how hot the enchilada sauce is. Enjoy!
Enchilada Casserole
8 oz dry pasta, any kind 1 tsp olive oil 1 red onion, chopped 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional) 3 bell peppers, chopped, any colors 1-3 tbsp taco seasoning mix, to taste 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1.5-2 cups enchilada sauce 1/3 to ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (real or fake) 1 cup chopped green onions Salt and pepper to taste 20 tortilla chips, crushed Avocado, salsa, sour cream, etc. for garnish Preheat oven to 350. Add dry pasta to a pot of boiling water and cook for 7-8 minutes. Be careful not to overcook the pasta or it will get mushy in the casserole. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion, jalapeno, and peppers in the olive oil over medium heat for about 7-8 minutes. Add the taco seasoning, black beans, and 1 cup of the enchilada sauce. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes. Stir in the cheese and chopped green onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce over the bottom of the casserole dish. Scoop on the skillet mixture and spread out evenly. Spoon on the rest of the sauce on top and sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes until heated through. Sprinkle with crushed nacho chips, chopped avocado, salsa, and sour cream if desired just before serving.
Stop by for your
Graduation Supplies! Congratulations Jacoby, on your graduation from Mabel-Canton High School! Best Wishes from your friends at Village Farm & Home. Kevin, Joan, Noah, Nick, Diane, Alisa, Kathy, Ray, & Quin
Check out our
GArdEN CENtEr for Memorial Planters
and see the wide variety of Hanging Baskets and flowers for your garden.
11748 State Hwy 43 MABEL, MN 507-493-5217
FILLMORE CENTRAL
FALCON NEWS MAy - JuNE 2012
2nd Grade Field Trip to the National Eagle Center
Mrs. Niemeyer’s 1st grade class would like to thank the First Southeast Bank in Harmony, the F&M Community Bank in Preston, and the First State Bank in Fountain for the grant funds to purchase books and mp3 players to become Falcon Readers! Thank you!!!
On Friday, May 4th the 2nd graders took a field trip to the National Eagle Center in Wabasha, Minnesota to learn all about Eagles. The students learned about the Eagles nesting habits, their habitat, migration patterns, what they eat, their physical attributes and even had the opportunity to see the 5 Eagles they have on site including one Golden Eagle as well as 4 Bald Eagles. Pictured above: The trainer demonstrates the Eagle eating its lunch of rabbit. Pictured below: Seth Rolfs demonstrates the peripheral vision of an eagle and the keen site they have. Eagles can see a rabbit running on a hillside from 3 miles away!
Congrats Jake Fishbaugher on reading 200 books! Mr. Mensink and Jake Fishbaugher celebrated Jake’s reading accomplishment on May 14th of reading 200 books during his 1st grade year in Mrs. Niemeyer’s class by having lunch together!
Way to go Jake!
1st Grade Readers!
Congratulations to 1st Grade Readers receiving their new dictionaries after reading 100 books. After students in Mrs. Prinsen’s and Mrs. Niemeyer’s first grade classes reach the goal of reading 100 books they read a favorite book to Mr. Mensink and receive a new dictionary for themselves for their accomplishment! We are proud of our new readers!
Pictured to the left: Krissy Biel demonstrates how much an Eagle weighs - she guessed correct at 10 lbs! On April 26 and 27, Kari Cahill’s 2nd grade Brownies Girl Scouts wrote some original skits on bullying and performed them for the 1st and 2nd grade students. After the skits, discussion followed on how bullying occurred and what strategies were used to help it stop. Thank you Kari and the Brownie Scouts for being proactive and helping us be part of the solution.
Pictured Above: (Left to Right) Dyllon Tipps, Chloe Morem & Blake Bahl.
4th Grade Wax Museum On Friday, May 11 students dressed up as characters from history.
6th grade students helped plant a tree on Arbor Day at the Preston City Park. Students are: Brady Ristau, Angela Voigt, Ashley Haugerud and Garrett Wangen.
May - June 2012 Pictured: Above (Left) Kelsey Biel as Julie Andrews; Above (Right) Morgan Wingert as Anne Frank; Left - Drew Wangen as Robert Gould Shaw. Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America
Leaving your job? Don’t leave your 401(k) behind.
• May 22 • May 22 • May 27
School Board Meeting - 6:30pm 4th Grade Band Sign-up/Rental 3:30-7pm, Stage Gym in Preston Graduation - 1:30pm
• May 28 • May 28 • June 1
www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us
NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day 6-8 jazz band plays in Preston & Harmony Memorial Day Programs Last Day of School - Dismiss 11am No K Classes
SPONSORED BY Most employer-sponsored retirement plans restrict access to your money and limit your investment choices. You have a better option. An IRA may provide greater flexibility and control of your retirement assets and help you avoid additional taxes, while preserving the benefits of tax-deferred growth.
Allianz Life does not provide tax or legal advice. Please contact a qualified tax advisor. Annuities issued by Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America.
Call today for more information. GREGORY M. DAVIDS GREGORY M. DAVIDS INSURANCE P.O. Box 32, Preston, MN 55965 (507)951-3893 gdavids@centurytel.net
The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week.
Monday, May 21, 2012
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Page 13
Fillmore County Sports Around the diamonds By Paul Trende More spring sports, more diamond festivities! FC/L baseball ended a 6-game slide. Versus R-P, they began with six straight hits, five runs. After a Trojan comeback (5-4) Dan Gatzke (2-4, 2 RBI) capped the evening with a solo HR as the Falcons held off R-P 6-4. Nick Powell (2-4, 2 RBI’s) and Nick Ebner (7 H, 4 R, first 3 innings, 0 H, 1 BB, 0 R, last four, Win) aided the FC/L cause. Dalton Bellock was 2-3 (RBI) for R-P. The Falcons then amassed their first winning-streak of the season versus D-E. A Gatske single in the bottom of the 7th plated Jake Ristau (doubled) for the 7-6 walk-off win. Tyler Eickhoff (3-4, 3B, 3 R, 2 RBI; pitched final 2 2/3 with 0 H, 5 K’s) was quite busy, quite effective. In Chatfield, there was good and bad news. The good: courtesy of a GMLOK double-dip sweep of Southland, the softball team won the 3-Rivers-South. They celebrated by defeating 11-win 1-loss SG-C 7-5, overcoming an early 4-0 deficit. Their 8th straight “W,” they moved their streak to 10 before losing (read further). The bad news: the baseball team dropped out of a 1st place tie due to a 0-3 week. On the softball diamond, GMLOK’s Stephanie Russell was red hot over a four-game span (PEM, SouthlandX2, M-C); 10-14, 2 HR’s, 3B, 6 2B’s, 14 RBI! She cooled against FC/L. The Falcons took game one 4-3. Alex Peterson won it in the bottom of the 7th with an RBI single, plating Taylor Case (2-3, 2B, SB, R). Morgan Malley (3 SB, 2 R) got the win, striking out 14. Emily Schlitter was 2-4 (3B, 2 R) for GMLOK. In game two, GMLOK rolled to a 10-0, 6 inning, victory. Russell and Schlitter combined for a 3-hitter. Brittany Erding (CF) robbed a pair of extra base hits in the 1st inning, and then went 2-4 (2 R, SB). Five FC/L errors aided the ‘Dog cause. Gopher Girls Highlight True Team Meet “David versus Goliath” is how Chatfield girl’s track coach Chris Frye described his team at the Section 1A True Team Meet. With 16 girls, the Gophers had the smallest squad of the 16 participating schools. Champion Lake City had
64 athletes. And yet, finishing 2nd were the youthful Gophers (two seniors, one junior). They did it with quality: 20 of their 28 finishes were in the top ten, in events typically 30 athletes deep. Maddy Kammer had a 1st (200), a 2nd (400) and a 3rd (High Jump). Kayla Woltz swept 1st in the distance runs, with Karen Gomez (4th 1,600, 2nd 3,200) closely behind. Kyndra Neis nearly swept the weights (1st Shot, 2nd Discus). Ashley Baker was runner-up in both sprints. Sydney Gould (Pole Vault, Long Jump), Mariah Bell (400, Triple Jump), and Maddie Talamantes (110, 300-hurdles) each had two top tens, Autum Erickson (100), Cassidy Kloes (Shot) and Haley Woltz (800) one. The relay teams all finished top four: 4x400 1st (Talamantes, Camille Rasmussen, Bell, M. Kammer), 4x100 2nd (Erin Kammer, Nikita York, Erickson, Gould), 4x200 3rd (E. Kammer, Baker, Erickson, York), and the 4x800 4th (Bell/Veronica Sanchez/H. Woltz/C. Rasmussen). And just so she isn’t left out, Hannah Friedrich is the 16th member of the squad! The second place finish put the Gophers in the running for a ‘wild card’ trip to state. They were denied though, finishing second (by 6.5 points). The other two county programs, R-P/H and L/ FC, also fared well (4th and 7th). For R-P/H, Amy Todd had three top 10 finishes (Shot, 300-hurdles, 400). Kate MacKenzie (110, 300-hurdles), Cody Manfull (Pole Vault, Triple Jump) and Elizabeth Loken (Shot, Discus) each had two. Mariah Olson and Grace Nelson each finished top ten in the 3,200. The Jordan’s/Jordyn’s, Honken and Goree, each had a top ten finish also (Pole Vault, Long Jump). For L/FC, Olivia Haug was 1st in the Discus, 3rd the Shot, Alisa Warnes tied for 9th at the High Jump, and the 4x800 team took 3rd. Baseball 05-07 •Chatfield 0, C-SG 3 (C: Justin Viss 2-3, 2B. C-SG: Ryan Frank 7 IP, 7 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 6 K, Win) •GMLOK 2, Southland 8 (GMLOK: Sam Eberle 2-4, 2B, RBI, SB. S: Decker Bendtsen 6 1/3 IP, 2 R, 1 ER, Win)
Spring Valley Senior Living Providing quality senior housing and aging services in Spring Valley and the surrounding area.
For the Seasons of Your Life Housing with Services Home Health • Therapy • Care Center Ask about our Apartments
Call for details 507-346-7381 Ext 106 www.svseniorliving.com 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975
•Mabel-Canton 3, Winona-Cotter 13 05-08 •GMLOK 1, #10 in A W-K 7 (GMLOK: S. Eberle 2-4. W-K: Austin Baab 1-3, 2B, 3 RBI) 05-10 •D-E 8, R-P 5 (R-P: Ethan Wilkemeyer 3-4, 2B, 2 RBI. Eagles scored four in top of 7th for win) •#17 in AA PEM 16, GMLOK 4 (GMLOK: S. Eberle 1-3, HR (1), RBI, SB. Bulldogs are 1-16) •St. Charles 5, FC/L 0 (FC: T. Eickhoff 1-3, 2 SB. Falcons had just two hits) •#10 in A W-K 11, Chatfield 5 (C: Tyler Lund 2-4, 2B, RBI, R. W-K: A. Baab 3-5, 2B, HR, 4 RBI, 2 R) 05-11 •FC/L 1, C-SG 10 (C-SG: Ryan Eppen 2-4, HR, 4 RBI; pitchers combined for one-hitter. Falcons are 4-11) •Stewartville Diamond Club Classic >> M-C 6, Houston 5 >> M-C 0, Stewartville 11; 5 innings (Coug’s had 5-inning perfect game pitched against them courtesy of Shane Mlenar. M-C is 2-6, 3-8) •SC 4, Chatfield 3 (C: T. Lund 2-3. SC: Scored 3 in last ½ inning, tying and GW-runs via Dakota Smith 2B. Gophers are 10-6. They trail PEM (12-3), L-A (10-4), and W-K (10-4), while staying ½ game up on C-SG (9-6)) •R-P 3, Southland 7 (R-P: Cale Stensgard 2-2, 2B, 2 BB, RBI, R. Trojans are 4-11) Softball 05-07 •PEM 14, R-P 12 (PEM: scored 9 in 1st; issued 8 walks. R-P: got to within 14-12 in 5th; issued 15 walks) •FC/L 1, SG-C 5 (FC/L: M. Malley 1-2, RBI; Team: 6 errors. SG-C: Samantha Bratland 7 IP, 1 H, 1 R, 16 K, ‘W’) •Game 1, Southland 5, GMLOK 11 (GMLOK: S. Russell 3-4, 2B, 3B, HR (3), 7 RBI/Win; Sydney Johnson 3-4, 2B, HR (1), 2 RBI. S: Lindsey Bottema 3-3, HR, 2 RBI, R; Kelli Smith 1-3, HR, 2 RBI, R) > Game 2; GMLOK 10, Southland 8 (GMLOK: S. Russell 3-4, 2 2B. S: Brooke Yunker 1-2, HR, 2 RBI, 2 R. ‘Dogs led 7-2 after 1 ½) 05-08 •SG-C 5, Chatfield 7 (C: Sidney Irish 2-3, 2B, 2 RBI, 2 R; Candace Gould 1-2, 3 R; Katie Jech 2 IP, 1 R, 1 K, Win (8-0). SG-C: Marie Doering 3-4, 2 R; S. Bratland 2-run 2B/6 IP, 5 H, 7 R, 4 ER, 5 BB, 5 K, Loss) •GMLOK 14, M-C 1 (GMLOK: S. Russell 3-run HR (4); Jamie Stevens 2-2, 3 R, 2 RBI; Haley Colton 1-1, 3 R, 2 RBI, SB. M-C: Bailey Hanson 2-2, 2 2B’s, RBI. Bulldogs had a 10-run 2nd) 05-09 •FC/L 1, PEM 0 (FC/L: M. Malley 7 IP, 0 R, 2 H, 2 BB, 9 K, Win. Teams combined for four hits) 05-10 •FC/L 3, St. Charles 10 (FC/L: Syd Huffman 2-3, 2B, 3 RBI; Jordan O’Connor 2-3, 2B, R. SC: Kallie Kieffer 3-5, 2 RBI, 2 SB, R; Megan McCready 7 IP, 6 H, 3 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 9 K, Win. Falcons are
4-7, 7-10) •D-E 1, R-P 11; 5 innings (R-P: Kenzie Lind 2-3, 2 2B, 2 R; Keela Brand 2-3, 3 R) •Chatfield 8, W-K 2 (C: Tori Woltz 2-4, 3-run HR (3); Ashley Wolter solo-HR (2); Erin Bradt 2-4, 2 RBI) 05-11 •M-C 17, Hope Luth. 11 (M-C: Lydia Geving 3-5, 2B, 4 RBI, 2 R; Cougars are 2-4, 2-9) 05-12 •Minneapolis-North Tourney >> Chatfield 20, St. Paul Humboldt 0; 5 innings (C: T. Woltz grand slam, 7 RBI; Sarah Costello 3-run HR (2); WP Katie Jech (10-0)) >> Chatfield 3, Menomonie, WI 4 >> Chatfield 3, Osseo 4; 10 innings (T. Woltz solo HR (5). Gophers had chances in both 4-3 losses. They are 10-1, 13-4 overall) •L-A Tourney >> GMLOK 7, L-A 17 >> GMLOK 8, Houston 2 (Bulldogs took 3rd place, L-A beat Byron for championship. GMLOK went 5-2 the week of the May 7th led by E. Schlitter (.521, 12 H, 13 R), S. Russell (.458, 11 H, 10 R, 6 2B’s, 3B, 2 HR’s, 12 RBI/3-0 pitching) and H. Colton (.400, 10 R). They are 6-7, 8-9) •La Crescent Tourney >> R-P 5, La Crescent 4 >> R-P 5, SG-C 20 >> R-P 10, Viroqua, WI 8 (SG-C won the tournament. Trojans are 4-7 in league, 7-10 overall) •Hayfield Tourney >> M-C 4, Hayfield 11 (M-C: Hannah. Nolte 2-3, R, RBI) >> M-C 11, PEM 15 (M-C: Taylor Adkins 2-2, 2 RBI, 2
✁
R) >> M-C 0, K-W 25; 5 innings (M-C: Abby Hanson 2-3. Coug’s are 2-4, 2-12) Golf 05-07 •(B) L-A 186, Lanesboro 167 (L: Cory Strom 39, Braden Hanson/ Liam Dorn 42’s) (G) L-A 208, Lanesboro 180 (L: Bryn Harmon 43, three 45’s including Paige Hungerholt/Johanna Bearson. Par-35 Lanesboro GC) •(B) FC 160, Kingsland 189 (Ryan Mayer/Mitch Johnson (FC) 38’s, Josh Thompson (K) 41, Andy Todd/Trevor Wangen (FC) 42’s; Spencer Klevan (K) 43. Par-36 Root River CC) (G) Kingsland 254, FC 209 (Katie Tammel (FC) 49, Jessie Tammel (FC) 51, Karli Bly (K) 53, Sam Trende (FC) 54, Keeley Todd (FC) 55. Par-36 Harmony GC) •R-P 182, Southland 195 (Charlie Krambeer/Phil O’Shaughnessy (R-P) 43’s. Par-36 Cedar River CC) 05-08 •(B) Houston 166, R-P 167 (R-P: Zach Boehmke 39, P. O’Shaughnessy 40, Hudson Stensgard 43, C. Krambeer 45. H: Kilby Ivers 39, Mitchell Beckman 41, Sam Ross 42, Troy Sires 43. Par-36 Ferndale CC) •(G) St. Charles Inc., Chatfield 230 (Morgan Henry (C) 48, Calle Fisher (SC) 54. Par-34 Chosen Valley GC) •(B) FC 174, Lanesboro 176 (C. Strom (L) 37, B. Hanson (L) See SPORTS Page 15
CLIP N’ SAVE
OPENING
765-5408
June 2nd
FOR 2012 SEASON (Weather PermittiNg)
PRESTON SWIMMING POOL HOURS: 1:00pm – 5:00pm & 6:00pm – 9:00pm Non-Lesson Days/Weekends
or 1:00pm – 4:00pm & 7:00pm – 9:00pm During Lessons COST:
$95 – Family Season Pass (Big Pool) $50 – Single Season Pass (Big Pool) • $25 – Season Pass (Baby Pool) $3 – Daily Admittance
SWIMMING LESSONS: Regular Sign Up Begins June 2nd at 1:00pm at the Pool (Lessons MUST be paid for in advance) (To participate in lessons you MUST be at least 42” tall) COST: $25 – City of Preston Resident • $30 – Non Resident
• Session 1: June 11-15 (Make up days June 18 & 19)
• Session 2: June 25-29 (Make up days July 2 & 3)
• Session 3: July 9-13 (Make up days July 16 & 17)
• Session 4: July 30-August 3
(Lanesboro Only -Afternoon ) • (Make up day August 6 & 7)
Morning Lessons:
10:35-11:30 Levels 1, 3, 5 11:35-12:30 Levels 2, 4, 6
Afternoon Lessons:
4:05-5:00 Levels 2, 3, 5 5:05-6:00 Levels 1, 2, 4 6:05-7:00 Levels 1, 5, 6
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Page 14
Monday, May 21, 2012
The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week.
Fillmore County District Court Report
The picture is simulated. The savings are real.†
Receive up to $1,575 in Lennox and utility company rebates* If money actually starts flying out of your heating or cooling equipment, you might want to find out who lived in your house before you and what they left behind.
†
Lennox knows you don’t compromise and neither do we. That’s why we dedicate ourselves to product innovation and customer service. So go ahead, get comfortable.
Call today for your FREE in-home estimate! www.visplumbingheating.com 105 Sheridan St W Lanesboro, MN 55949
507-467-2240
55 S Main Harmony, MN 55939
507-886-2008
24-Hour Emergency Service Available Offer expires 6/15/2012. *Combination of Lennox spring promotional rebate, healthy climate product rebate and utility company rebate. Utility rebates may vary by provider. ©2012 Lennox Industries Inc. See your participating Lennox dealer for details. Lennox dealers include independently owned and operated businesses.
25
$
Spring A/C off Clean & Check Offer expires 6/15/12.
On May 15, 2012, Daniel Maxwell Andrews, 51 of Chatfield, made an appearance before Judge Fabian at the Fillmore County Courthouse. Andrews was charged with fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, which carries a maximum penalty of three years and one day in jail, a $5,000 fine, or both. He was also charged with two counts of Driving While Intoxicated, with a maximum penalty of one year in jail, $3,000 or both, speeding, reckless driving, possession of a small amount of marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. The charges stem from an incident in Chatfield on March 22, 2012, when Andrews was allegedly driving recklessly down Main Street. When the police tried to pull him over, he allegedly fled, and was pursued at over 100 miles per hour before they lost site of the vehicle. Police then heard an ambulance being called to the scene of an accident, and it was Andrews’ car. Andrews was taken to St. Marys Hospital. Andrews had allegedly been drinking alcohol, and police allegedly found a marijuana pipe, a beer, and a small amount of marijuana in his vehicle. Andrews was released on his own recognizance with $3,000 unconditional bail. His next court appearance is July 17,
Enjoy a Peaceful Getaway at Nearby
2012. Dale Francis Donahue, 60, of Mabel, appeared before Judge Robert Benson for sentencing on May 15, 2012. Donahue was convicted of Driving while Intoxicated, which has a maximum penalty of seven years, a $14,000 fine, or both. Donahue
was sentenced to the St. Cloud Correctional Facility for 48 months, which was stayed for seven years. He was given 180 days in the Fillmore County Jail on work release and seven years of supervised probation. He must also pay $1,120 in fees. L
249
$
M-F 7-5:30 Sat. 7-12:00 • 507-346-2579 • 800-660-MEAT 17643 121st Ave. • 4.5 miles South of Spring Valley on Hwy 63 www.odyscountrymeats.com EBT Customers Welcome
Extra Lean
Ground Beef
309
$
Smoked
Pork Chops
Lb.
Fresh
Chicken Breast
2
$
19
Lb.
349
$
Lb.
Smoked
Ball Tip Steak
449
$
Lb.
or any other Holiday Favorite for Christmas
Campgrounds Highway 250
Campground e, Tub s oe Horseshoe Can k a y Volle & Ka ls ybal ta n l e R Walking distance to downtown Lanesboro on the Bike Trail and the River.
98 Sites
www.highway250campground.com
BLUFF VALLEY
CAMPGROUND, INC.
ZUMBRO FALLS, MN
1-800-226-7282
A Scenic Family recreation area along the shores of the lazy Zumbro River in Southeast Minnesota
www.barnresort.com 507-467-2512
• Camping • Restaurant • Bar • Golf
• Hostel • Pool • River • Trails
Located between Preston and Lanesboro off County Road 17
MOTEL • CAMPING • OUTFITTING Seasonal Sites Available For 2012
ADAM WATERS
OPERATIONS MANAGER
507-753-2955
WWW.BLUFFVALLEY.COM
www.eagle-cliff.com 507.467.2598 • 3 miles east of Lanesboro on Hwy 16
The Monday, Minnesota
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
SPORTS
Continued from Page 13
41, A. Todd/T. Wangen (FC) 43’s, Peter Rislove/R. Mayer (FC) 44’s, L. Dorn (L) 45) (G) FC 234, Lanesboro 172 (L: P. Hungerholt 41, Kiah Halvorson/J. Bearson 43’s; B. Harmon 45; team score set new school record. FC: K. Tammel 54. Par-35 Lanesboro GC) •(B) Southland 191, Chatfield 222 (Luke Kappers (C) 42, M. Johnson/B. Bergene (S) 44’s) (G) Southland 233, Chatfield 228 (Paige Isensee (C) 48, Megan Harvey (S) 49, M. Henry (C) 52. Par 35/34 Chosen Valley GC) 05-11 •(B) Lanesboro 180, GM/LO 194 (C. Strom (L) 39, Tyler Sloan (GMLO) 42, B. Hanson/L. Dorn (L) 45’s) (G) Lanesboro 192, GM/L-O Inc. (L: P. Hungerholt 45, J. Bearson 46. Par-36 Cedar
2x2 May 21, 2012
•3-Rivers Meet (Team (B): 1st PEM, 2nd D-E/SC, 3rd Chatfield, 4th R-P/H. (G): 1st PEM, 2nd D-E/SC, 3rd Chatfield, 5th R-P/H) - Top Gophers: Display (B) Ad J. LaPlante (1st Discus),Network Josh Johnson (2nd 800), N. Your Haffner (2nd 110-hurdles), newspaper has par4x400 2ndagreed (Bradeeto Brundridge/N. ticipate in Benike/J. the 2x2 JohnHaffner/Jeremy Network son).Display (G) K.Ad Neis (1st Shot & program by running Discus), M. Kammer (1st 200), M. these ads the main Talamantes (1stin300-hurdles), the news section of your 4x100 (E. Kammer/A. Baker/A. newspaper (not the Erickson/A. Baker) & 4x200 classified section of (E. your Kammer/A. Baker/M. Kamnewspaper). At mer/times, M.Bell) teams took 1st. A. advertisers Bakermay (2nd 100), K. Woltz (2nd request a specif1600), C. Kloes (2nd Discus) ic section. However, -Top R-P/H’er’s: (B) D. isMensink the decision ulti- (1st 300-hurdles, Dan Thormately 2nd up 200), to each newspaper. AdsRyan mayRuberg son (1st Triple Jump), to be(G) decreased (2ndneed 3200). K. MacKenzie in size- Top to fitKnight: (2ndslightly 300-hurdles) (G) your Lacey column Schwartzsizes. (3rd 100, 6th 200).
River CC) •(B) FC 182, R-P 189 (A. Todd (FC) 43, Z. Boehmke (R-P)/R. Mayer (FC) 45’s, M. Johnson (FC)/C. Krambeer (R-P) 46’s, P. Rislove (FC)/T. Wangen (FC)/P. O’Shaughnessy (R-P) 48’s. Par-36 Ferndale CC) Track and Field 05-08 •Boys Section 1A True Team: 1st Winona-Cotter, 2nd Pine Island, 3rd Chatfield, 4th L/FC, 6th R-P/ H. - Top Gophers: Jayme LaPlante (1st Discus, 2nd Shot), Tyler Wondrow (1st High Jump), Nick Haffner (2nd 110-hurdles). - Top R-P/H’er: Dalton Mensink (1st 300-hurdles, 2nd 200 & Long Jump, 4th Triple Jump). - Top L/FC’er’s: Gabe Decker (1st Pole Vault), Isaac Sveen, (2nd Discus), Erik Peterson, (3rd 800 & 1600), 4x100 team 2nd. 05-11
Please do not bill for these ads. If you have questions, please call MNA at 800/2792979. Thank you.
& FILLMORE 2x4 adsCOUNTY to runJOURNAL ONE TIME,Page the 15 w
for more than 30 years. They also accepted the resignation of Traci Continued from Page 3 Pederson, whoBARGAIN has worked in the Stay the FFA group at the State Con- daycare for 17 years. The new Health and Safety vention. Boggs said the Dairy Minneapolis South - Burnsville O Indoor Pool/Whirlpool/Sauna Cattle evaluation team placed policy, as well as1 the or 2Health and O 10 Min. to Mall of America $ 95 budget, was approved. second out of Speed 53 teams. They will Safetyper night O Free High Internet Queen Beds plus tax Min. to Harrisburg, Mystic Lake Casino The board also approved the beOO 15 going to PA to $10 Additional Per Night for Fri/Sat FREE Coffee & Donuts Valid thrufor Dec. certified 31st, 2012 contracts and noncompete. O Refrigerator & Microwave Valleyfair discount tickets available included in ALL rooms Notcertified valid with any other offers or discounts staff. Other Business O 10 Min. to Valley Fair Coupon valid for multiple nights & rooms not valid with meeting online reservations 2 Min. to Burnsville The next date was OThe board approvedPAC the resig- Coupon Reservations: 1-800-358-8554 | (952) 894-8554 | www.Primeratemotelmn.com changed to Tuesday, June 19 at nation of Cheryl Halvorson, who On I-35W Exit at Burnsville Pkwy 12850 W. Frontage Rd. Burnsville 55337 has been teaching at Lanesboro 7pm.
LANESBORO
49
At McLane, we offer TOP PAY with excellent benefits along with industry-leading incentives.
Do you have what it takes to drive our team? Top Pay, Great Benefits • • • •
Great pay-$55,000 to $65,000 Earn more money with more at home time Work in a stable, secure environment Medical, dental, vision, life and 401(k)
Requirements
• Class A drive • High school diploma or GED • Clean driving record and great customer service skills
To apply call or E-mail: Hollie (507) 664-3038 mnhr@mclaneco.com • Fax: (507) 664-3042 McLane Minnesota / 111 West 5th Street / Northfield, MN 55057 Lobby Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5pm ©2010 McLane Company, Inc. All rights reserved. EOE
Stop & Shop Chatfield, MN Community Events
• Red Cross Blood Drive, Chatfield United Methodist Church, May 23rd, 2-7pm. • Chatfield Women’s Community Club Meeting, May 22, 9am, Lakewood Community Room. • Fillmore County Public Health Free Blood Pressure Checkup Clinics in Chatfield, 1st Tuesday, Thurber Building, 11am-noon & 3rd Tuesday, Lakewood Apts., 10-10:30am. • Chatfield Brass Band, rehearsals, 7-8:45pm, Thursdays thru May, Chatfield elementary band room. • PTSA meeting, 2nd Tuesday of month, 7pm, elementary school library. • Chatfield Brass Band Music Lending Library, open Mon - Wed. To volunteer call 507-867-3275. • Chatfield Booster Club, 2nd Monday of month, 6:30pm, high school media center. • Chatfield AA, Tuesday evenings, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield. • Chatfield Lions, 4th Saturday of month, 8am at Chatfield Public Library. • Chatfield Historical Society & Veteran’s Museum, open by appt. Call 507-867-3810. • Masonic Lodge meets the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of month, 7:30pm. • Chatfield VFW Auxiliary meets 1st Tuesday of month, 7pm. VFW Club Room. • Royal Chapter #42 Order of the Eastern Star meets 3rd Thursday, 7:30pm, Masonic Hall.
OpeN Daily 7:00aM - 9:00pM
507-867-4272 237 Main St. North, Chatfield, MN www.sunshinefoodstores.com
Your Community Bank for Generations We are proud to be a part of Chatfield and to have the privilege of providing you with the best in financial services. Stop in for friendly, personalized banking services. 18 SE 3rd St. • Chatfield 1-507-867-4120 • 1-888-766-8748 www.rrsbchatfield.com
STEVENS FORD New & Used Ford Cars & TrUCks sales & Full service
20 Main St. • Chatfield, MN • 507-867-4800
BAR BING
Tuesdays O 7p Progressi m ve Jackpot up Sales & Installation of Custom Blinds & Drapes
Authorized Dealer: Hunter Douglas, Graber, Louver Drape, Levelor & Kirsch
507-696-0902 • www.hangmanblinds.com
ChATfiELd, MN
to
201 Main St. S. Chatfield, MN
$1000!
AC ReChARge - $49.95 Plus Freon “Don’t Sweat this Summer”
friday night specials
I’m ASe Master Certified, Only One in Chatfield
Hand-Dipped or Broiled Shrimp........$8.50
Auto Repair, Motorcycle, ATV, Snowmobile, Lawn Equipment
BBQ Ribs .............................................$8.50
Performance Upgrades Suspension Systems
ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH FRY, Batter or Broiled.................................$8.50
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 5 pm • Sat. 8 am - 12 noon
5-9pm
If you woulD lIke to aDvertISe on the ChatfIelD page, Call Sarah at 507-421-8911 for more InformatIon.
Page 16
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, May 21, 2012
Crisis services help Minnesotans manage mental health crises at home By Lucinda Jesson Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Human Services Crisis services in one Minnesota county recently played a key role in keeping together a mother and her 9-year-old son, who county authorities had earlier separated. Both the mother, “Mary,” and son, “John,” have mental health disorders. In John it showed up as verbal and physical aggressiveness, while Mary’s mental illness affected her ability to maintain stability in the home. Responding to an incident in which John was threatening and aggressive, the crisis team responder stabilized the immediate situation and developed a crisis plan with the family. Crisis staff then arranged for therapy services and returned to the family home to provide short-term stabilization therapy for the boy until long-term therapy services could be established. During this period, John became increasingly able to state his feelings of anger toward his mother about having been placed outside his home. He also learned to identify and use outlets for his anger, such as taking a ride on his bicycle when he was upset. John was able to avoid swearing and aggressiveness. With greater self-control, he transitioned successfully to a therapist while remaining at home and at
school. May is Mental Health Month and the story of John and Mary is just one of the stories of hope and recovery for children and adults with mental health disorders. It is also an opportunity to celebrate advances in our system of care for Minnesota children and adults with mental illness. One of the areas in which we have made great strides is in the development of the kind of 24/7 crisis services that helped John and Mary. Law enforcement and hospital emergency rooms do not need to be the first places to turn when people or their family and friends are in despair. In Minnesota we have other options. We have built a system of mental health crisis response services that are available to any Minnesotan in need. Staff trained in crisis response provide 24-hour call services for most Minnesota counties and tribal reservations. Crisis responders assess the crisis, assist the person immediately in coping and stabilizing the situation, and then follow up to assure that the person receives the support they need. The goal is to make sure everyone who can is able to stay in their home. At times, however, a person needs services in a different setting. In this case, the crisis team member
assists in arranging for the appropriate care. Overall, Minnesota’s mobile crisis teams have been successful in keeping people out of hospitals and in their homes. Eighty percent of children accessed by crisis services remain at home. Ten percent are hospitalized and 10 percent receive out-of-home services. About 22 percent of adults receiving crisis services are hospitalized, while about one-third of adult crisis episodes are handled at a client’s home. The rest receive services in a community setting. Crisis services are available in most Minnesota counties and to tribes, and at the Department of Human Services we are working to create access everywhere in Minnesota. Mobile crisis services not only allow more people experiencing mental health episodes to be stabilized at home or close to home, they also prevent some of the tragic incidents we read about involving youth and adults experiencing major anxiety or depression. If you, a friend or family member need these services, a list of crisis lines is provided on the DHS website at www.dhs.state. mn.us/crisis-lines. Together we can have more success stories like John and Mary, and fewer mental health crises playing out in law enforcement and emergency rooms.
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
Engagement
Engagement
Klimek~ Arndt Alicia Klimek and Dustin Arndt, both of Chatfield, Minn. are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. The bride is the daughter of Kevin and Connie Klimek of Glenwood, Minn. The groom is the son of Curt and Jennifer Arndt of Chatfield, Minn. Alicia is pursuing a Degree in Health Information Management online through Rasmussen College. She is currently working at Bed Bath and Beyond in Rochester. Dustin graduated from Argosy University and is certified in Radiation Therapy. He is currently working as a Shift Leader for Kwik Trip in Rochester. The couple will be united in marriage on July 7, 2012, at Sacred Heart Church in Glenwood, Minnesota.
Allen ~ Scheevel Kari Lynn Allen of Shoreview, Minn. and Drew Michael Scheevel of Harmony, Minn. are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. The bride is the daughter of Jim and Lynn Allen of Shoreview, Minn. The groom is the son of Mark and Donna Scheevel of Harmony, Minn. Both are graduates of Minnesota State University, Mankato. Drew is employed by Cummins Power Generation as a Test Engineer. Kari is employed by Gander Mountain Corporate as a Merchandising Assistant. The couple will be united in marriage on October 27, 2012, in Shoreview, Minn.
507-765-2465
507-886-2225
MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm • SUN: 8:00am – 7:00pm
507-864-2878
MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm • SUN: 7:00am – 9:00pm
Prices Effective Monday, May 21 - Sunday, May 27, 2012 Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
21
22
23
24
Fri.
25
Sat.
Sun.
26
27
MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm • SUN: 8:00am – 7:00pm
Congratulations to the winners of the Just For Mom’s 2012 Drawing Rushford: Cheri Vix Preston: Sara Niemeyer Harmony: Arlene Rain
PLU 201
Meat
Bakery
6
2/$
12 Count • Assorted
Lofthouse Unfrosted Cookies...................
5
2/$
24-32 Oz. • Assorted
1 $ 99 Bakery Fresh Apple Pie .................…3
Claussen Pickles.....................................
499 $ 99 Oscar Mayer Deli Shaved Meats..... 2 2/$ 80 Oscar Mayer Wieners….......…....… 3 2/$ Shurfresh Summer Sausage....................5 $ 99 Farmland Sliced Bacon…................2 $ 19 Tasty Pork Sausage Links...............1 $ 24 Bratwurst or Italian Sausage......... 3 $ 29 Ham or Turkey Breast.................... 3 2/$ Imitation Flake Style Crab Meat............5 $ 79 Hormel Natural Choice Lunch Meat 2 $ 49 Schweigert Natural Casing Wieners 8
Bakery French Bread........................…
$
32-40 Oz. • Schweigert Breaded Chicken
$ 69
20 Oz.
Patties, Nuggets or Strips..........……
8 inch
7-9 Oz. • Assorted
16 Oz. • Assorted
10 Oz. • Assorted
16 Oz. • Assorted
Hormel Always Tender
Cook’s
Bone-In Ham Steak
2
$
7 Oz. • John Morrell
Boneless Skinless
Chicken Breasts
Pork Baby Back Ribs
3
99
$
Lb.
19 Oz. • Assorted • Johnsonville
99
1
$ 99
Lb.
Lb.
14-16 Oz. • Farmland Special Select
12 Oz. • Shurfresh
6-9 Oz. • Assorted
PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS
Tyson
79
Boneless Beef Ribeye Steak
Boneless Beef Tip Steak
¢
25 Oz.
Chairman’s Reserve
Chairman’s Reserve
Chicken Leg Quarters
3
$
Lb.
8
$
99 Lb.
49 Lb.
PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS
Chairman’s Reserve
Boneless Pork Loin Chops
2
$
Boneless Pork Loin Roast
Boneless Beef Tip Roast
3
99
$
Lb.
93% Lean Ground Beef
279
$
79 Lb.
Boneless
Pork Country Style Ribs
319
$
16 Oz.
Red Ripe Strawberries
5
2/$ 6 oz.
Raspberries
5
2/$
1
$ 99
Lb.
Vine on Tomatoes
99
¢
5 Lb. • Green Giant
Lb.
3 Count • Mann’s
Romaine Hearts
4
2/$
15 Oz. • Assorted • Jimmy’s
Vegetable Dips
2
$
99
6 Oz.
Red Blackberries Seedless Watermelon Potatoes 2/$
1
Lb.
$ 99
4
499
$
Each
Lb.
Produce
12 Oz. • Dole
Iceberg Salad
99
¢
12 Oz. • Assorted • Mann’s
Bagged Vegetables
2 Lb. • Bolthouse Farms 5-7Oz. • Assorted • Fresh Gourmet
Baby Carrots
4
2/$
4
2/$
Salad Croutons
3
2/$
8 Oz. • Mann’s
Sugar Snap Peas
5
2/$
grocery
12-14 Oz. • IGA
2 $ 79 Old Orchard Juice Cocktails..………1 $ 49 Capri Sun Drinks ..........…....…… 2 3/$ Kraft Salad Dressing........................… 5 $ 29 Famous Dave’s BBQ Sauce.......…… 2 $ 59 Apple or Cherry Pie Filling……… 2 $ 99 Strawberry or Peach Pie Filling...2 $ 29 Ro-Tel Tomatoes...........................1 $ 49 Kraft Deluxe or Velveeta Shells 2 4/$ Creamette Pasta............................… 5 2/$ Ragu Pasta Sauce............................…4 $ 99 Folgers Coffee........................……8 $ 99 Lipton Natural Tea..............…… 2 $ 79 No-Stick Cooking Spray.........…… 2 5/$ Jell-O Gelatin or Pudding Mixes.........4 ¢ 99 Pudding or Gelatin Snacks........ $ 49 Chewy Granola Bars or Bites...… 2 3/$ Honey Oats & Flakes w/Almonds...... 7 3/$ Kellogg’s Pop-Tarts.....................…… 5 2/$ Keebler Graham Crackers............……5 $ 49
6 Quart
Tang Orange Drink Mix...........… 64 Oz. • Assorted
Corn or Rice Squares, Crispy Corn & Rice Squares
7
3/$
10 Count • Assorted
16 Oz. • Assorted
20-21 Oz. • Assorted • Lucky Leaf
12-16 Oz. • Assorted
479
$
8-20 Count • Assorted • Ziploc
Vacuum, Freezer, Storage Bags
279
$
12 Rolls • Assorted • Quilted Northern
Double Roll Bath Tissue
5
$
99
1
$ 39
7
18 Oz. • Assorted
Kraft Miracle Whip
$
99
8 Count • Grandma Alice’s
259
$
20 Oz. • Sara Lee Classic
3-10 Oz. • Assorted
6 Oz. • Topcare
375 Count
handise general merc
2
99
99
229
¢
699
$
70 Ft.’
5
2/$
16.6 Lb. •Kingsford
Charcoal Briquets
7
99
999
$
Glad Cling Wrap
12 Oz. • Assorted
Suave Body Wash
1
Pull-Ups, Goodnites or Jumbo Diapers
200 Ft.
5
2/$
$ 69
$ 29
12-50 Count • Assorted • Huggies
299
$
1
$
Continuous Spray Q-Tip Cotton Sunscreen Swabs
$
09
100% Jet Puffed Wheat Bread Mashmallows
Gladware Glad Original Containers Press N Seal Wrap
Plates or Bowls
2
1
$
$ 99
Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns
3-5 Count • Assorted
12-36 Ct. • Chinet
99
Jumbo Capn’ Crunch Cereal
$
5
24 Oz. • Village Hearth
Old Fashioned Cottage White Bread Cookies
2
2
2/$
99
¢
12 Oz. • Assorted • Shurfine
Quaker Life Cereal
20 Oz. • Quaker
15-16 Oz. • Assorted
Adhesive Bandages
Pasta Roni or Rice A Roni
3/$
5
8 Count • Assorted
4.3-7.2 Oz. • Assorted
Shurfine Crunch Wheat Squares
30 Oz. • Assorted
$
1
$ 39
14 Oz.
4/$
14.5 Oz. • Shurfine Cereal
Sunscreen Lotion
7
Manwich Sloppy Joe Sauce
6-10 Count • Assorted • Quaker
Long Grain Enriched Rice
3/$
15 Oz. • Hunt’s Assorted
69
32 Oz • Shurfine
Cereal with Strawberries
1
4 Count • Assorted • Hunts Snack Pack
2
$
12 Oz. • Shurfine Essential
$ 79
.3-4 Oz. • Keebler Cookies
10-60 Count • Assorted • Topcare
1
Baked Beans or Grillin’ Beans
5-6 Oz. • Assorted • Pam
Cookie’s BBQ Sauce
$ 29
21-28 Oz. • Assorted • Bush’s
40-100 Ct. • Assorted
26 Oz. • Assorted
Vlasic Relish
1
27.8-33.9 Oz. • Assorted
98¢
29
9-10 Oz. • Assorted
$ 69
16-24 Oz. • Assorted
8 Oz. • Topcare • SPF 30, 50
$
Spicy Brown or Yellow Mustard
9.4-14 Oz. • Assorted • Dinners
Hunt’s Ketchup
2
99
12-20 Oz. • French’s
10 Oz.
24 Oz.
Vlasic Pickles
2
$
19-20 Oz. • Assorted
21 Oz. • Lucky Leaf
16-32 Oz. • Assorted
Hidden Valley Salad Dressing
16 Oz. • Assorted
2-8 Count • Energizer
AAA, AA, 9 Volt Batteries
499
$
22.5 Oz. • Assorted • Suave
Shampoo & Conditioner
1
$ 69
10 Oz. • Assorted
Vaseline Lotion
299
$
2.6 Oz. • Assorted
Suave Deodorant
1
$ 99
90 Count • Chinet
All Occasion Napkins
1
$ 69
Dairy Quart
Kemp’s Half & Half
12-16 Oz. • Assorted
1
Dean’s Dips
12 Count • IGA
Plain English Muffins
1
1
$ 29
329
$
339
$
Kemps 1% Milk...................
Kemps 2% Milk...................
1
$ 99
229 $ 88 Sunday Potatoes or Onion Rings.......……… 2 Brunch $ 89 Eggo Waffles.................................… 1 Pizza $ 89 4/$ Eggo Pancakes..............................… 1 11 ¢ Digiorno Concentrated Lemonade.........… 79 Rising Crust $ 99 Pizza Banquet Boneless Chicken..........… 3 2/$ $ 99 Stouffer’s Family Sized Entrees..…6 11 $ 29 Cool Cow Belle Ice Cream Scrounds.......… 3 Whip $ 99 Topping Kemps American or Tropical Pops 2 4/$ 11 98¢ Ultra Thin Crust Pizza........................ 4/$ Ice Cream, Garlic Cheese Bread...........................11 Fudge, or
8 Oz. • Assorted
Philadelphia Cream Cheese
4
PP $2.29 • 12 Oz. • Kraft
American Cheese Singles
2
Reams Yolk Free Noodles...............
11 Inch • Assorted • Bellatoria 19-32 Oz. • Ore-Ida
12.3 Oz. • Assorted
14.1-14.8 Oz. • Assorted
12 Oz. • Assorted • Old Orchard 24-26.5 Oz. • Assorted 38-40 Oz. • Assorted
8 Oz. • Assorted
48 Oz. • Assorted 24 Count
49
9 inch • Assorted • Bellatoria Personal
2 $ 99 International Delight Flavored Coffee Cream............ 1 59 Oz. • Assorted
$
12 Oz.
12 Inch. • Assorted
2/$
349 $
$
Gallon
16 Oz. • Assorted
IGA Kemp’s Margarine Sour Cream Quarters $ 39
Homestlye Flour Tortillas
Kemps Skim Milk................ Gallon
16 Oz. • IGA
8 Count • Azteca
$ 69 Gallon
Sliced Strawberries
3 99¢ 1
$ 69 2/$
Frozen
16 Oz. • IGA
$
Simply Orange, Apple or Grapefruit Juice................
99
16 Oz. • Assorted
24 Count • Kemps
2 Count • Assorted • Bellatoria
10-14 Oz. • Assorted • New York Brand
Float Bars
Dip’n Sticks, Ciabatta Rolls, $ Garlic Bread or Toast..................…
2
$
99
Snacks
s Beverage
279 2/$ Crunch Kettle Chips..........................…5 2/$ Frito Lay Tostitos............................… 7 10 Oz. • Assorted • Old Dutch
24 Pack
Dasani Water
399
299
Mountain Dew & Pepsi Products
14
4/$
2 Liter • Assorted
Mountain Dew & Pepsi Products
4
3/$
8-8.5 Oz. • Assorted • Old Dutch
$
$
24 Oz. • 6 Pack • Assorted
14.5-18 Oz. • Assorted
10-10.5 Oz. • Assorted • $4.29 Reg. Price • Frito Lay
12 Oz. • 8 Pack • Assorted
24 Pack
Wavy or Lays Potato Chips......BOGO!
5 2/$ $ 99 Nabisco Ritz Crackers.......................... 4 4/$ 4/$ 4 14 14 ¢ Quacker Quake Snacks.............. 99 2/$ 4 Nabisco Snack Crackers..................…… 7-Up Bottling 7-Up Bottling Coca Cola Products Products Product8 $ 49 3 Kraft Easy Cheese.....................… 3/$ 5/$ 4/$ 9 10 13 Townhouse, Club, Toasted Crackers...... 2/$ 5 $ 49 Mio Fruit Drink Mixes ...……………3 2/$ 5 Cheez-It Crackers or Snack Mix............. 5/$ Shurfine Soda....................………………10 $ 99 Coca Cola 1 Microwave Popcorn.......................... Products $ 99 Gatorade Sports Drinks ………………4 $ 99 4/$ 3 Mixed Nuts or Cashew Halves & Pieces.. 13 3/$ ¢ Mars Brand Candy Bars......................... 2 99 Mountain Dew & Pepsi Products
Mountain Dew & Pepsi Products
Aquafina Water
8 Oz. • Assorted
6-16 Oz.• Assorted
3-3.52 Oz. • Assorted
12 Pack • Assorted
.5 Liter • 6 Pack • Assorted
12 Oz. • 8 Pack • Assorted
6.5-9.1 Oz. • Assorted 9 Oz. • Assorted
9.5-16 Oz. • Assorted • Keebler
1.62 Oz. • Assorted
Coca Cola Products
13
4/$
12 Pack • Assorted
12 Pack • Assorted
2-3 Ct. • Assorted • Orville Redenbacher
8 Pack • Assorted
8-10.3 Oz. • Planters
2 Liter
Sundrop, Diet Sundrop, Big Red, RC Cola, Diet RC
Assorted
Cola, Welch’s Grape or Strawberry Pop
Rushford Foods • Harmony Foods • Preston Foods www.rushfordfoods.com
• Dry Cleaning Pick-up & Delivery • Minnesota EBT Cards Accepted • Rug Doctor Rental • Gift Certificates • WIC Accepted • We Accept:
We reserve the right to limit quantities • Not responsible for graphic or typographical errors
3/$
Grandma Alice’s Potato Chips..........…
9.75-13.7 Oz. • Assorted • Sunshine
24 Oz. • 6 Pack • Assorted
$
Twin Pack Potato Chips.............…
24 Pack
IGA Wounded Warrior Spring Water
12 Pack • Assorted
299
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!
Monday, May 21, 2012
Large crowd attends Spring Valley City Council meeting to hear decision on Off-Sale Liquor License Ordinance
Jeff Vehrenkamp broke the before the Council and advised By Gary Peterson It was standing room only at silence by making a motion them that one member of his the Spring Valley City Coun- that would permit more than staff will be taking a medical cil meeting on Monday night. one off sale liquor store in leave for approximately 10-12 Over a dozen people were there Spring Valley. It seemed like weeks and Jensen will be movto hear the City Council make several minutes before any- ing Deputy Kevin Beck to Presa decision on revising the Off- one made a second but finally ton to fill in there. He will be Sale Liquor License Ordinance Todd Jones made the second. going to Preston three to four to permit more than one Off Discussion followed and again days a week and another officer Sale in the City. The proposed the Mayor issued the warning will be assigned to Spring Valotachange was first brought to that more application will be ley. That officer is Samantha a the Council when Ray Jacob- coming forward. Keasling, who had worked in son, who owns Johnny Ringo’s, The vote was called with Anoka County prior to signwanted the change to to open Vehrenkamp and Jones voting ing on to the Fillmore County an off sale store to give people “Yes” and Archer, Bires, and Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff said BARGAIN BARGAIN Stay another option for purchasing Mayor Struzyk voting “No.” Stay that service won’t change and The matter failed. their adult beverages. MonMinneapolisSouth South--Burnsville Burnsvillethere will be no revisions in the Minneapolis y Ad Ad The City Council has contract. day night Don Lanning again O Indoor Pool/Whirlpool/Sauna rk O Indoor Pool/Whirlpool/Sauna 22 O 10 Min. Mallof ofAmerica America a resolution approved provid- 11or addressed the Council and pre orDemolition of the Grabau O 10 Min. totoMall $$ 95 95 newspaper pernight night ewspaper per O Free High Speed Internet O Free High Speed Internet Queen Beds Queen Bedson south Center Street plustax tax plus ing for the competitive negosented his argument that the house O 15 Min. MysticLake LakeCasino Casino O 15 Min. totoMystic toparpar-always had dedto $10Additional AdditionalPer Perof Nightfor for Fri/Sat $10 Night tiated city had a oneCoffee Off &&Donuts isFri/Sat complete and the council O FREE Coffee Donuts sale of $1,740,000 O FREE inthe the2x2 2x2 and there Validthru thruDec. Dec.31st, 31st,2012 2012 O Refrigerator Microwave ObligationValid O Refrigerator General ImproveSale limit should be&&Microwave appeared to be pleased with the Valleyfair discount tickets available Valleyfair discount tickets available included ALLrooms rooms included ininALL Ad Network Network Notvalid valid withany any other offerswork discounts Not with other offers orordiscounts ment bond sale is no reason to change that that has been done. There O 10 Min. toValley Valley Fair Bonds. The O 10 Min. toby Fair Coupon valid for multiple nights & rooms Coupon valid for multiple nights & rooms running a changeOin ybyrunning Couponnot not valid withonline onlinereservations reservations Coupon valid with O 2 Min. Burnsville PAC to finance 2 Min. toto Burnsville PAC necessary the 2012 allowing the ordiwas some discussion about sale Reservations: 1-800-358-8554 | (952)894-8554 894-8554 www.Primeratemotelmn.com in the mainHe also said Reservations: 1-800-358-8554 | (952) | |www.Primeratemotelmn.com the main South Broadway Improvement nance. that the of the property. AdministraI-35W Exit BurnsvillePkwy Pkwy12850 W.Frontage FrontageRd. Rd.Burnsville Burnsville55337 55337 OnOn I-35W Exit atat Burnsville W. tion of your n of your Project. The12850 key elements city population could not suptor Deb Zimmer said that the er(not (notthe the of this financing would be a County wants to get it back port another off sale store. section ection ofof Members of the Council 10-year term. Callable any- on the tax rolls as soon as posAtMcLane, McLane,we we offer offer At sale of with wspaper). listened sible and that they would hope paper). AtAt intently as the peo- time after 2/1/2020, TOP TOPPAY PAY with excellent excellent ple in the audience came up bonds utilizing a competitive a house advertisers dvertisers benefitsalong along with could be built on the benefits with industry-leading industry-leading their opinions as to what sales process, a 1.25 discount property. Mayor Struzyk said, a speciftest a with specifincentives. incentives. allows, Standard and Poor’s “If we sell it as a lot the city will should happen. One person n.However, However, rating which is currently Sta-our be put a beating on it.” Deb Zimulti- that the issue nionsuggested is isultiDoyou you have what takes todrive drive ourtake team? Do have what itittakes to team? ble at A+ and full continuing on the ballot to allow another mer will be making some calls upto toeach each Top Pay, Great Benefits Requirements Top Pay, Great Benefits Requirements • Great pay-$55,000 to $65,000 ClassA Adrive driveMike • Great pay-$55,000 to $65,000 • •Class disclosure. According to store. The Mayor said, “If you to determine what stipulations er. Ads may Ads may • Earn more money with more hometime time • •High Highschool schooldiploma diplomaororGED GED • Earn more money with more atat home • Work a stable, secure environment Cleandriving drivingAssorecordand andgreat great customer • going Work in in a stable, secure environment • •Clean record customer Bubany of David Drown (the council) start out can be put on the property. e decreased decreased • Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) serviceskills skills • Medical, dental, vision, lifelife and 401(k) service ciates, the sale of the bonds of the recommended limits of The May 28 meeting has applycall callororE-mail: E-mail:Hollie Hollie(507) (507)664-3038 664-3038 n size ToTo apply size to tofitfit will be June and liquor stores set by the state been rescheduled to May 30, mnhr@mclaneco.com •Fax: Fax:2012, (507)664-3042 664-3042 mnhr@mclaneco.com •11, (507) umn sizes. n sizes. McLane Minnesota / 111 West Street / Northfield, 55057 McLane Minnesota West 5th5th Street / Northfield, closing on JulyMNMN 2,55057 2012. you might just as well plan on/ 111 and the June 11 meeting will Lobby Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5pm Lobby Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5pm ©2010 McLane Company, rights reserved. EOE ©2010 McLane Company, Inc. All All rights reserved. EOE Inc.Sheriff Daryl Jensen appeared be at 5:30. approving four or five.”
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
More than 140 century farms honored in 2012 The Minnesota State Fair and the Minnesota Farm Bureau recognize 144 Minnesota farms as 2012 Century Farms. Qualifying farms have been in continuous family ownership for at least 100 years and are 50 acres or more. Century Farm families receive a commemorative sign, as well as a certificate signed by the State Fair and
2x2&&2x4 2x4ads adsto torun run ONE ONETIME, TIME, the the week beginning 5/20/2012 2x2 5/20/2012
49 49
ootnot bill bill forfor . you If you have have , please call please call t800/279800/279hank you. nk you.
The Solution Squad
Page 21
Minnesota Farm Bureau presidents and Governor Dayton. Since the program began in 1976, over 9,100 Minnesota farms have been recognized as Century Farms. Fillmore County •Harmony: Paul Bailey, Saralee Fassbender, Julie Mayer -- 1910 •Lanesboro: The Horihan Family Farm --1912
South South
MACULAR MACULAR DEGENERA DEGENERATION TION
Now Now with with prescribed prescribedtelescopic telescopicglasses, glasses, you you can can read, read,watch watchtelevision television and and recognize recognizefaces facesbetter. better. Call Call for for aa FREE FREE Phone Phone Consultation Consultationwith withDoctor Doctor
Chris Chris J. J. Palmer, Palmer, O.D. O.D. TOLL TOLL FREE FREE 888-882-2040 888-882-2040 visit visitus usonline onlineatatwww.ialvs.org www.ialvs.org
“We believe everyone deserves to drive a nicer, neWer vehicle!” Steve’s “For The PeoPle CrediT APProvAl” Is GuArAnTeed!
cLip & save $20 on any pLumbing
20
$
00
Expires 8/1/12
KEvin RissmAn
2000
$
is our mAstER plumbER
cLip & save $20 on any pLumbing
Job Jeff does. Limit one per customer.
Job Jeff does. Limit one per customer.
And doEs All typEs of plumbing jobs. • New Construction • Remodels, • Toilet & Faucet Repair or Replacement
Kingsley Mercantile, inc. Harmony, MN 55939 • 507-886-2323
Hrs: Mon - Fri 7:30am-6:30pm; Sat. 8:00am - 5:00pm; Sun. 11:00am - 2:00pm
Shop online 24 hours a day at www.kingsleymercantile.com
Do you want to rebuilD your creDit?
d!
Approve
At Zumbrota Ford, we offer all of our customers the opportunity to drive the vehicle that is right for them. Nobody should have to drive a car they hate just because you have had some credit hiccups or you owe more than it’s worth.
WE TAKE ANYTHING IN TRADE!
Boats, Motorcycles, ATV’s, Campers, Snowmobiles or ? Do you have: 1. A full-time job? 2. $1,800 gross monthly income? 3. Down payment or trade? 4. Past credit problems with a desire to re-establsh credit?
Apply in person or online www.ZumbrotaFord.com
toll Free 1-800-757-3080
200 VEHICLES ON THE GROUND 1
LOCATION ALL MAKES & MODELS
2011 FORD TAURUS SEL
2009 LINCOLN MKS
Sunroof. Stk# 16584
$
19,990
AWD. Stk# 16450
$
26,990
2010 GMC ACADIA
Hyrbid. Stk# 16572
AWD, leather. Stk# 16563A
24,995
2011 HONDA CIVIC LX
Auto. Stk# 16568
2011 LINCOLN MKX
Stk# 16364
2011 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID
$
2008 LINCOLN MKZ
31,995
$
17,990
$
2010 FORD RAPTOR 4X4
6.2 V8. Stk# 16558
41,878
$
2011 FORD FLEX SEL
AWD. Stk# 16599
Leather. Stk# 16594
34,990
$
$
Loaded. Stk# 16592
25,998
26,995
$
2004 FORD F150 S/C
2003 HONDA ODYSSEY
1 owner! Stk# 9505A
7 Passenger. Stk# 96398
$
10,990
8,998
14,495
$
TRUCK LOAD SALE
15,449
19,995
2007 FORD 500 SEL
AWD. Stk# 16589
$
13,998
2004 AUDI A4 QUATTRO
Stk# 9668A
13,998
$
2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
20,990
2008 MERCURY SABLE
6-2011 TOYOTA COROLLAS
15,990
2001 MAZDA 4X4
Stk# 16487B
*
1999 FORD F150 4X4
6,995
6,995
$
1999 FORD F350 4X4
5,998
$
4x4. Stk# 9624B
7.3L Diesel. Stk# 9630B
5,589
$
10,998
2002 SEA DOO JET BOAT
205 Utopia.
$
11,995
1999 FORD F250 4X4
7.3L Diesel. Stk# 9641H
12,995
$
2005 FORD F250 4X4
1991 DUMP TRUCK
CVJ
BLOW OUT PRICE! Stk# 16382
Diesel, BLOW OUT PRICE! Stk# 9197A
BLOW OUT PRICE! Stk# 16436H
9,495
$
$
14,995
Stk# 16582
Stk# 16611
$
From
09-05 SMART CARS GVT!
13,990
Stk# 16575A
$
2007 MUSTANG CONVERT.
2011 TOYOTA COROLLAS
24,990
9,998
$
2005 FORD 500 SEL
2006 CHRYSLER SEBRING
2012 FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLES!
$
$
1997 FORD F150 S/C
Nice. Stk# 16436B
$
Local trade. Stk# 5737D
From
13,998
*Plus tax, title & license. Trades welcome. 20% down. Terms vary. See us to own it!
Stk# 9649A
From
4-2011 KIA SOULS
YOU CAN AFFORD THIS!
2005 CHEVY COBALT
7,680
3-2011 HYUNDAI SONATAS
Premium. Stk# 16603
$
199/mo
$
FROM $
2000 GMC SIERRA 4X4
$
Automatic. Stk# 5785A
9,990
AWD. Stk# 16532
$
2009 CHEVY AVEO
$
2008 HONDA ACCORD LX
Leather. Stk# 9511A
2010 FORD FOCUS SES
34 MPG! Stk# 16588
$
$
$
2011 FORD EDGE SEL AWD
15,995
14,995
4,995
$
2011 HYUNDIA SONATA GLS Stk# 166605
16,995
$
2010 SUBARU OUTBACK AWD
2010 SUBARU IMPREZA AWD
Loaded!
8,000 Miles!
22,998
$
$
20,998
$
30084907ka
2 4 / 7 AT YO U R S E RV I C E ! SUGARLOAFFORD.COM HWY 61 WINONA 507 454 5170 or 888 412 3673
FillMore CounTy
May 21, 2012
May 22, 2012
May 23, 2012
Tuesday
Wednesday
Monday
73°
50°
78°
Sunny
56°
Sunny
73°
55°
Sunny
May 24, 2012 Thursday
74°
* this is a projected forecast, for the most up-to-date weather go to www.fillmorecountyjournal.com and click on the weather icon.
May 25, 2012
May 26, 2012
Friday
Saturday
61° 83°
Cloudy
*
61°
Sunny & Warm
84°
62°
moStly Sunny
May 27, 2012 Sunday
83°
60°
Sunny
Weather art
Sun & Moon Date: SunriSe & SunSet 05/21/12 5:37am 8:34pm 05/22/12 5:36am 8:35pm 05/23/12 5:35am 8:36pm 05/24/12 5:34am 8:37pm 05/25/12 5:33am 8:38pm 05/26/12 5:33am 8:39pm 05/27/12 5:32am 8:40pm
MoonriSe & MoonSet 6:00am 9:25pm 6:46am 10:14pm 7:38am 10:57pm 8:35am 11:36pm 9:36am 12:10am 10:39am 12:10am 11:45am 12:40am
Moon PhaSeS ~ aPril - May FirSt
new
Full
May 28
May 20
June 4
“The Best Summer Day” by Isabel Snyder, Age 7, Spring Valley, MN
laSt
WeaTher arT WanTed!
June 11
All children 13 and under are welcome to submit Weather Art. Send your picture to Fillmore County Journal P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or email it to: ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com or drop it off at the Fillmore County Journal 136 St. Anthony St., Preston, MN Be sure to include Child’s First and Last Name, Age, Town and Title of Art Work.
Preston equiPment Jct. 52 & 16, Preston, MN Ph: 507-765-3803
www.preston-equipment.com
new TracTors • 7230 R, Coming In • 6190 R MFWD • 5085 M
combines • ‘11 9670 STS 300 Sep • ‘11 608C Stalkmaster • ‘09 JD 608C Cornhead • ‘04 9560 STS Duals • ‘03 JD 9750 STS • ‘97 JD 9500 • ‘90 JD 9400 Hopper Topper • ‘87 JD 7720 Titan II
2.9% FoR 5 yeaRS oR 1.9% FoR 3 yeaRS on aLL uSeD Hay & CoMBIne equIpMenT
“Colorful Spring” by Carter Hovland, 1st Grade, Lanesboro Elementary
used TracTors • ‘10 JD 6115 D MFWD Cab • ‘10 JD 4720 MFWD/Cab, 72” Deck/ Loader • ‘10 5075e MFWD, 180 Hrs, 553 Loader • ‘05 JD 7520 MFWD IVT • 3255 MFWD Cab, 265 Loader • ‘09 new Holland 6030 MFWD/Loader • ‘08 Kubota 3240 MFWD, 72” Deck & Loader • ‘07 Case JX 1090u MFWD/Cab/Loader
miscellaneous • JD 3955 Chopper 5 1/2 Hay Head • JD 936 MoCo Impl • JD 735 MoCo • JD 730 MoCo • JD 535 MoCo • 2) 568 Round Baler • 2) JD 567 Round Baler • JD 566 Round Baler • ‘04 JD 320 Skid Loader • JD 115 6 Row Stock Chopper
Call on used finanCing speCials
Lawn & Garden SpeciaLS
lawn tractors
• ‘07 JD X324, 48” Deck, AWS • ‘05 JD X280, 54” Deck, Hydro
HD l&G tractors
• ‘10 JD X724, 54” Deck, AWS/3Bag PF • ‘09 JD X724, 62 Deck, AWS • ‘09 JD X720 SE, 54” Dec, 3 Bag PF
• ‘04 LX280, 42” Deck
• ‘08 JD X728, 62” Deck, Hydro/4x4
• ‘02 JD LT180, 48” Deck, Power Flow
• ‘08 JD X724, 54” Deck, AWS Sold • ‘07 JD X744, 62” Deck, Diesel/AWS
Miscellaneous
• ‘06 JD X744, 62” Deck, Diesel/AWS • ‘05 JD x485, 54” Deck
• ‘09 Simp Regent 18, 42” Deck, Hydro
• ‘03 JD X485, Sold 62” Deck, AWD
• ‘09 Toro ZTR, 42” Deck, Zero Turn
• ‘03 JD X485, 54” Deck, AWS
• ‘05 JD 757 Ztrack, 60” Deck, Zero Turn
• ‘03 JD X475, 54” Deck, AWS
• ‘04 JD HPX, Gator/SUV
• ‘02 JD X485, 54” Deck, PS/Hydl Lift
• Cub CDT, 2185, Hydro
• ‘01 JD X445, 54” Deck, AWS
• JD 850, 72” Deck, Diesel 2x4 Tractor • JD 850, Diesel 2x4 Tractor
• ‘99 JD X425, 54” Deck, AWS
GarDen tractors • ‘10 JD X540, 54” Deck, PS/Hydl Lift
Your Southeast Minnesota John Deere Super Store
• ‘06 JD X540, 54” Deck, PS/Hydl Lift • ‘06 JD X500, 48” Deck, Hydro • ‘05 JD X345, 48” Deck, PS/Hydl Lift • ‘04 JD GX345, 54” Deck, PS/Hyd Lift • ‘04 JD GT235, 48” Deck, Hydro • ‘02 JD GX345, 54” Deck, PS/Hyd Lift • ‘00 JD GT235/ 48” & 42” Snowthrower
Jct. 52 & 16, Preston, MN • Ph: 507-765-3803 http://jddealer.deere.com/preston
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Page 24
Monday, May 21, 2012
The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week.
Commonweal Theatre Company presents The 39 Steps LANESBORO, MN — The Commonweal Theatre Company presents Patrick Barlow’s outrageous comedy The 39 Steps, May 19 through September 1 with discounted tickets available for previews May 11 to May 18. Call the box office at 800657-7025 or visit Commonweal Theatre online at www.commonwealtheatre.org for exact performance dates and times. Laughter, romance, and adventure go hand-in-hand-inhand in this hilarious spin on the
classic Alfred Hitchcock thriller. Framed for murder, ordinary Englishman Richard Hannay races against time to solve the secret of “The 39 Steps” before the police and evil assassins catch up with him. Created by famed British comedian Patrick Barlow, The 39 Steps won the Olivier Award in 2007 for Best New Comedy and opened on Broadway in 2008. This newest Commonweal production is directed by Alan Bailey, who returns
to Lanesboro after previously directing Inspecting Carol, Harvey, and last season’s hit comedy, Sylvia. Commonweal’s Executive Director Hal Cropp plays Hannay, the man running for his life, and Resident Artists Stef Dickens, Scott Dixon, and Adrienne Sweeney combine to portray more than 30 characters as the chase goes from Londonto-Scotland-and-back for a dramatic conclusion. Carolyn Fast serves as stage manager and leads the produc-
Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce reflects on past and looks toward a vibrant future In 1989, the ribbon was cut for the official opening of the Root River State Bike Trail through the quiet, historic town of Lanesboro. People were drawn to the area by the trail and the beauty of the scenic limestone bluffs and river valley. The same year, a theatre production ran for several weeks and the Commonweal Theatre Company was born. Lanesboro was awakened to new possibilities with the combined experiences of the arts and outdoors. Lanesboro discovered outdoor enthusiasts love the arts! New tourist based businesses emerged in dining, shopping, lodging, touring and outfitting for river fun. Lanesboro earned its place on the map as a tourist destination in the upper Midwest. The Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce is reflecting upon the past and is looking toward a vibrant future. Beginning in 2011, the chamber board engaged a professional from Zietgeist Consulting, Bill Geist, a highly regarded destination mar-
keting guru. He led the chamber through a process of identifying key goals and tourism marketing strategies. Chamber President Dave Huisenga said, “The Chamber examined ways to make Lanesboro more attractive and enhance the overall Lanesboro experience. This in turn will strengthen our downtown and community-wide business climate and make Lanesboro attractive to potential new businesses.” Chamber board members are exploring the feasibility of attracting conference and retreat groups to Lanesboro. The chamber board believes that one key way to bring business is to promote Lanesboro as a small group conference and retreat destination. There are many community assets already in place that could be used for this purpose. We believe that Lanesboro offers unique experiences, as a small conference venue, which are not available elsewhere in the region. When asked about Lanesboro’s
Saturday, may 26
Government this week
Saturday, may 26
• Monday, May 21, Preston City Council,6pm, Council Chamber • Monday, May 21, Kingsland School Board, 7pm • Monday, May 21, RushfordPeterson School Board, Rushford Computer Room, 6:30pm • Monday, May 21, Chatfield School Board, 7pm, High School Media Center • Tuesday, May 22, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9am. • Tuesday, May 22, Fillmore Central School Board, 6:30pm. • Monday, May 28, Chatfield City Council, Chatfield City Hall, 7:00 p.m. • Monday, May 28, Rushford City Council, Rushford City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, May 28, Spring Valley City Council, Spring Valley City Hall, 6:00 p.m.
Noon Free Brats meat raffle 2pm
SuNday, may 27
Open at Noon Special Happy Hour 5-7pm Free Juke Box
Karaoke Joe 8:30pm-12:30am
mONday, may 28
On & Off Sale, Open at 10am
FIrSt drINK FrEE FOr aLL VEtEraNS
ROOT RIVER SALOON ON & OFF SALE
112 Coffee St. • Lanesboro, MN • 507-467-3355
T 5 1
Doo Prizesr !
H
N HO US e e P O WeD, MAY 23 Lunch/D 11am-8pm
inne Specials! r
R HINO’S FRee CAKe & COFFee!
Pizza & Sub Shoppe 111 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro, MN Carryout available call (507)467-2200
OPeN Sun-Thurs 11-8 • Fri-Sat 11-9
journey, Executive Director Julie Kiehne, commented, “I am often asked to make presentations at other towns throughout the Midwest relating to trail development and tourism. I see communities struggle the most with change. Lanesboro has experienced and will continue to have our share of challenges; however, we are blessed to have creative and visionary movers and shakers who embrace change. I have a renewed appreciation for all we have in Lanesboro and the progress we have made. Our individual businesses, school, churches, arts organizations, city government, non-profits and civic groups all depend on a healthy business climate for survival. Recognizing our interdependence will be key to our ongoing success. Working together, we all win!” The Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce embraces this Vision Statement: “Lanesboro… The Premier Small Town Culture and Arts Destination in the Midwest.” The complete Strategic Plan may be found at www.lanesboro. com/members
Schedule subject to change.
tion team consisting of designers Jason Underferth (lights, sets, and sound effects), Annie Cady (costumes), and Gary Danciu (props). Thanks to support from F&M Community Bank, special weekday matinee performances are available for school groups at only $5 per person, which includes a study guide, video materials, pre-show classroom workshop, and post-performance discussion with the actors. All performances are at the
Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Avenue North, in downtown Lanesboro. Ticket prices are $30 with discounts available for students and groups of ten or more. Employees and residents of Fillmore and Houston Counties are offered free admission to the preview performance on Thursday, May 19th. For ticket reservations or information about any Commonweal events or programs, call 800-657-7025 or 507-467-2905, or email tickets@commonwealtheatre.org.
Lanesboro’s Old Village Hall Restaurant raises funds for “Dining Out for Life” event On Thursday evening, April 26, 2012, the annual “Dining Out for Life” fundraiser, which supports 1,800 HIVpositive Minnesotans each year via The Aliveness Project and Rural AIDS Action Network, was held at a number of restaurants throughout Minnesota, including Lanesboro’s Old Village Hall Restaurant and Pub. The Aliveness Project and Rural AIDS Action Network provide food shelf services and onsite meals, HIV testing, holiday baskets, nutritional counseling, and outreach throughout Minnesota. A platinum level sponsor of the event, the Old Village Hall’s patrons, owners and staff contributed $912.04 to support the cause. It was the only restaurant in southeast Minnesota to support the event. Nick Gudmundson, ambassador for the restaurant, commented, “It was a great way to have fun and give to a worthy cause. Because of the generosity of those who attended, and the Old Village Hall, our reach will extend statewide.” Local business owners in attendance, including Liz
Bucheit of Lanesboro’s Crown Trout Jewelers’ commented, “We loved the event! The combination of fabulous food coupled with raising funds for Aids Awareness made for a great night and a worthwhile cause. We were honored to attend!” Dr. Linda Sifford and Dr. Tom Sautter, owners of Root River Veterinary Center in Preston, had this to say: “We enjoyed dining at the Old Village Hall at their Rural AIDS Action Network Dining Out for Life event. The food was spectacular, generous and delicious and included morel mushrooms in many of the dishes. Tom had the elk which was cooked perfectly. Of course, we always have to leave room for dessert. It is the best part of the meal. Good Job Old Village Hall staff and chef.” The Old Village Hall Restaurant wants to thank its patrons, staff and volunteers who assisted with and contributed to the “Dining Out for Life” event and looks forward to future participation.
RhubaRb Festival
Saturday, June 2, 2012
10:00 am - 3:00 pm rhubarb capital of mn Sylvan park Gazebo lanesboro, mn
FREE Family Fun all day!
• The Rhubarb Games for kids and adults - Rhubarb Stalk Throw and Green Eggs and Rhubarb - KTTC Morning News Team of Jess Abrahamson and Ted Schmidt will open the event at 10 am & toss out the first stalk at 10:30am • Rhubarb Rant Speakers Corner for those who want to pontificate on rhubarb. • Have your picture taken as “Ray & Ruby Rhubarb with your little rhubarbettes”. • Rhubarb Fashion Show - Wear anything that represents rhubarb. Prize for the best • The Story Tree - Local Storytellers will entertain • Contests & prizes ~ Largest Rhubarb Leaf ~ Heaviest Rhubarb Stalk & More!
Pie-Making Contest 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Minute-to-win-it Rhubarb & Chop Sticks runs continuously 10:30am - 1:30pm
Cock-A-Doodle MuSiC EvERywHERE! Zoo 11:00am-11:30am - The Rhubarb Sisters a unique up 11:30am-12:30pm - Walter Bradley & Tom Schramm close animal 1:30pm - The Rutabaga Brothers! experience! Get your copy of the Rhubarb Festival Cookbook. See www.rhubarbfestival.org for more details.
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!
Monday, May 21, 2012
Dispatcher to retire By Gary Peterson “It’s better to go when you want to go rather than go when someone else wants you to.” So are the words of Mike Ask, retiring Dispatcher. With a smile, Mike Ask sat down for an interview with Fillmore County Journal’s Gary Peterson. It was one of those moments when he consented to do the interview and to reveal some of the personal thoughts he has about vacating the arm chair in the Dispatch Office of the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office. Getting Mike to talk is a mission all by itself. “I love my job. I love getting up
you have to get excited, and he continues to tell dispatchers that to be efficient, you need to get into the 911 call. “ You need to keep track of who gets paged out, where the ambulance is needed and when the fire trucks are needed.” Mike says. “Lives are at stake and we need to know that what we are doing is the right thing.” His is a voice over the radio that
in the morning and look forward to spending the day doing what I enjoy most, dispatching.” Now Mike Ask is hanging up duties with Fillmore County as the Chief Dispatcher. His last day of work will be the 31st of May. Mike started work with the Fillmore County Sheriff’s office on April 23, 1983. He came in as a Dispatcher/Jailer on Jan 1, 1986, and quickly became the Chief Dispatcher, where he was responsible working shifts and the training of young dispatchers. He speaks of great admiration of his relationships with the “young guys.” Mike says it’s not easy to be a dispatcher;
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
many of us will miss. When he is giving direction you feel as though you are “in good hands.” Mike is a master of making people feel as though they are in good hands. So, what is Mike going to do when he retires? “I can tell you this, I’m not going to sit in a chair and watch the grass grow!” Ask continued, “I will do some traveling, mow grass for neighbors, and probably do some
Page 25
volunteer work. Don’t know yet.” I asked Mike about one of the times he really got angry, and he told the story of a young deputy that put some black powder in the ashtray that Mike was using for his cigarettes and everything blew up! “I took off on dead run to catch him, but he was already out of the LEC, leaving me with scorched hair on my arms. Thanks, Mike. “9er”
Fillmore County Dispatcher Mike Ask is retiring after almost 30 years. Photo by Gary Peterson
ne so Se M in
Sw w io w a ~ ta ~ n e
01 2 | 20 11 -2 is co ns in
| V is it or
’s G ui de
co w w iS wa ~ S ~ n e io a t o S in n e
n S in
e d i u G s ’ r Visito
Se M
A G ui de
to
H is to ri c
110,000 copies coming soon...
| FR e e
nt ry Blu ff c ou
Daytrip
Southea st
n by i c at i o a pu b l
rn trnyty Jou Cnou lmfforCeou T VhiseitFBillu
it w w w.vis
bluffcou
p20e12 r
Minnes ota’s To Go I Guide to Mor n Our B eT eautiful han 101 Place Area s
-2013
al
ntr y.com
opies
30,000 C
80,00
0 Cop
ies
The Premiere Tourism Publications Of Historic Bluff Country And The Tri-State Area *Both Visit Bluff Country Magazine and Daytripper are publications in affiliation with the Fillmore County Journal and Olmsted County Journal.
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Page 26
Monday, May 21, 2012
Save one finger! Jerrold Tesmer, Extension Educator for Fillmore/Houston Counties “If you can save one finger, on one child, it is worth it!” That was a comment made by Jerry Welke, Houston County Cattlemen’s President, at last winter’s Annual Meeting, about the benefit of the Fourth Grade Farm Safety Day Camp. Another beautiful day for the joint Fillmore/ Houston fourth grade Farm Safety Day Camp held at the Jerrold Tesmer Mabel Steam E n g i n e Grounds. The students were enthused, the presenters and FFA helpers were at their best. I just know it takes a lot of community support to make an event like this possible! And now, these are the people I would like to thank! The 485 students, their teachers, and chaperones from 15 schools, the fourth grade classes from Fillmore Central, Houston, RushfordPeterson, Lanesboro, St. John’s Wykoff, Caledonia, St. Mary’s Caledonia, Chatfield, MabelCanton, Spring Grove, La Crescent, Kingsland, St.John’s Caledonia, St. Peter’s Hokah
and Crucifixion of LaCrescent. Thanks to the City of Mabel for providing much needed support from the EMT Ambulance Crew, Fire Department, and use of the Steam Engine Grounds. A bonus is being able to serve lunch in the HesperMabel Historical Old Barn. The volunteer presenters are the people who really make this possible, listed by topic and the organization they represent are: Electric Safety, Tri-County Electric, Brad Pecinovsky; PTO Safety, U of M Extension- Fillmore/Houston Counties, Jerrold Tesmer, and M-C FFA Nick Drinkall; Mabel Ambulance, Mabel EMT, Neil Folstad, Chris Lappnow, and Ashley Ryan; Lawn Mower Safety, U of M Extension-Houston County, Meghan Wall, JoAnnOsterhus, and M-C FFA Austen Whitacre; ATV Safety, Jared Barnes, Braden Barnes, Jace Barnes,and Fillmore SWCD Dean Thomas; Grain Drowning, Fillmore County Farm Bureau, Jeff Eickhoff, Scott Winslow, and Chatfield FFA Katie Winslow; Tractor Rollover, Houston County Farm Bureau, Cynthie Christensen, Katie Denstad, Eric Johnson, M-C FFA Justin Ward, and Tyler Stortz; Livestock Safety, Harmony Vet Clinic, Dr. Lynn Aggen, and M-C FFA Megan Witt; Sun Safety, Caledonia
auto - farm related - toy - household
A u c t i o n
Lunch by Gleasons
Saturday, May 26, 2012 - 9:00am Sale to be conducted at the Spring Valley Sales Auction Building 412 East Park Street, Spring Valley, MN
AUCTIONEER NOTE: We will be selling a large selection of furniture, antiques, collectibles, toys, farm related items and household items. Don’t miss this auction.
selling 2 rings all day 12-14 hayracks of Smalls
2 hayracks of 1/18 scale trucks, cars & Matchbox cars. All in original Boxes. 1991 Mazda Miata convertible, 5 sped, 117,215 mi. jd f525 lawnmower, white lgt 1655 w Snowblower For more info contact auction company www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com 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.
ANNouNcEMENtS dAy of tAkE PrEcEdENcE oVEr ANy AdVErtiSEd or PrE-PriNtEd MAtEriAl All of thE ABoVE MErchANdiSE iS SElliNg AS iS, whErE iS, with No wArrANty. tErMS: cASh or good chEck dAy of SAlE. NothiNg to BE rEMoVEd uNtil SEttlEd for. Not rESPoNSiBlE for AccidENtS or MErchANdiSE AftEr Sold. PlEASE BriNg ProPEr idENtificAtioN.
AccEPtiNg MAjor crEdit cArdS. • SAlES tAx chArgEd whErE APPlicABlE.
DEALER
NOTICE UPCOMING
LENDER
CONSIGNMENT
Wednesday, June 20, 2012 • 9:30am
SALE SITE: Gehling Implement and Auction Co. Preston, Minnesota Selling Tractors, Combines, Heads, Hay and Forage Equipment, Tillage Equipment, and All Other Types of Farm Machinery, Farm Related items - Trucks, Trailers, Pickups & Cars.
Advertising Deadline: Wednesday, May 30, 2012. To consign a single item on a Farm Line or for more information: Gehling Auction Co. 507-765-2131. www.gehlingauction.com or email: gehling@gehlingauction.com
FFA Katie Meyer, and Hannah Russert; 911 Simulator, Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office, Mike Ask, and Dan Dornink; Basic First Aid, Chatfield Ambulance EMT, Sue Kester, and Ed Hallisy; Seat Belt, Fillmore Public Health, Brenda Pohlman; General Farm Safety, Doug Lind, R-P FFA Cole Theede, James Knudsen, and Jordan Bergan; and Fire Safety, Mabel Fire Department, Bob Schutte, and M-C FFA Steve Smith. This year we had Gundersen Lutheran MedLink Air in the afternoon. Every year, we have been warned that the helicopter might have to leave suddenly on an emergency flight, and this year it finally happened! They work closely with the Mabel Ambulance Crew as ground support. The helicopter adds a lot of excitement as they land and take-off. We were pleased they were able to be with us even if it was only for a short time. In addition to the MabelCanton FFA members who assisted presenters, a number helped with set-up, cleanup, and provide much of the needed logistical support and muscle. Those not listed earlier include: Logan Henry, Stephanie Hafner, Christy Welscher, Mason Henry, Abby Hanson, and Gabe Lind. We also want to thank Mason Henry for borrowing his grandmother LaDonna Brenno’s golf cart to transport an injured R-P student around the grounds. The Spring Grove FFA and Fillmore Central FFA provided group leaders. Spring Grove leaders were; Kjersten Borreson, Kyle Lee, Derek Johnson, Kaillin Bratland, Elizabeth Johnson, and Jake Kraus. Fillmore Central FFA leaders were: Mitch Ristau, Braden Hahn, Brady McCabe, Luke Bergey, Adam McCabe, McKinnen Stone and Adam Reicks. Special thanks to their respective FFA Advisor’s Dennis Rud, Brad Harguth, Lisa Sackreiter, Colby Lind, and Karen Tisthammer. The commodity group providing lunch this year was the Fillmore County Cattlemen. The barbecues were prepared and served by Nick Ruen, Trista Ruen, Chris Miller, Barb Nelson, Don Gildner, Susie Gildner, LeeAnn Howard, Jerry Gartner, and Nancy Gartner. Other organizations providing food included Kwik Trip-bananas, Houston DHIA, Houston ADA, Fillmore DHIA, and Fillmore ADA-Milk. Rushford, Harmony, Preston Foods provided the chips. They served over 600 people! Fillmore and Houston County Extension Offices, the Houston County Farm Bureau, Fillmore County Farm Bureau, Fillmore County Public Health, MabelCanton FFA Advisor Dennis Rud, and Richard O’Connor were instrumental in supporting this event. Each year I have the fear I will forget to mention someone, because everyone is important in making Farm Safety Day Camp possible!
The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week.
SEMCAC awarded grant through Blue Cross Foundation
RUSHFORD — Semcac received a $60,625 grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation through the Minnesota Community Action Association Resource Fund to provide for basic needs of lowincome families in seven counties in southeast Minnesota. The funds will allow Semcac to help people whose needs aren’t met by other agency programs. For instance, a low-income worker who needs emergency car repairs in order to get to work could receive assistance. “With this grant, Semcac expects to be able to support an estimated 225 low-income families who are in need of a helping hand up in our seven county service area,” said Wayne Stenberg, Semcac’s executive director. “In the tough economic times that we are all facing, these funds will provide
a welcome relief to households struggling to make ends meet.” The Semcac grant is one of eight awarded to agencies that provide services to Minnesotans living in the 10 counties with the highest poverty rates in the state. “The Blue Cross Foundation has a history of responding to community needs, and we’re pleased to be able to work with community action agencies to get significant support where it’s most needed,” said Ken Burdick, president and CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota and chair of the Foundation’s board. For more information on Blue Cross’s grantmaking programs, visit bcbsmnfoundation.org or call (651) 662-3950 or toll free at 1-866-812-1593. Semcac has worked to improve the lives of low-income families since 1966.
AMISH COMMUNITY
CONSIGNMENT
AUCTION
[
WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2012 STARTING AT 9:00 A.M. DST
LOCATION: 13702 - 371st Ave., Canton, MN 55922
DIRECTIONS: One mile East of Canton, MN on Hwy 52; then one mile North on County Rd 23; then one mile North on 371st Ave. Bake Sale LunchServed Served by by Amsih Bake Sale && Lunch AmishLadies Ladies MACHINERY
JD Big 4 Mower 5’ Bar (Field Ready) MC 9 Bar Hay Loader New Idea 6 Bar Hay Loader Brand New Pioneer Forecart w/Brakes 10’ Double Disc 8’ Single Disc JD Dump Rake 2 Wheeled Bale Mover MC No. 9 Mower 5’ Bar Vanbrund Grain Drill (Wood) Bobsled JD A Tractor (Very Good Condition)
BUGGIES & HARNESSES Used Top Buggy (In Good Shape) 2) Buggy Shaft (Good Condition) 3) Used Harness
BUILDINGS & BUILDING MATERIALS 8 X 12’ Storage Building w/4 X 7’ Roll-up Door Creep Feeders Approx. 80 Pieces 14’ Used Steel Lots of New Trim Used Lumber
SHOP TOOLS
Delta Tablesaw 12” Blower 2 Plus Trailer Loads of Hardware Hank Items Including: Router Bits, Drill Bits, Door Hinges, Sockets, Etc. Industrial Consew Sewing Machine (Line Shaft Ready) Craftsman Tablesaw Much, Much More by Sale Date
HORSES
8 Year Old Standard Bred Mare, Traffic Safe & Sound, Trots & Paces 3 Year Old Cross Bred Mare, Broke Double More by Sale Date
For more information to consign to this auction contact: Dan E. Hershberger 13702 - 371st Ave. Canton, MN 55922
Joe A. Slabaugh 22366 - 401st Ave. Lanesboro, MN 55949
Kenny Leonard, Elkader, IA Phone: 563-245-1749 – MN Lic. #28-10-021 John Marg, Black River Falls, WI Phone: 715-284-4684 – MN Lic. #28-09-013
POULTRY & POULTRY EQUIPMENT 24) 1 Year Old Laying Hens 8 Hole Rollaway Nest Feeders, Waterers & More
GUNS & SPORTING GOODS Remington .22 Pump (Good Condition) Black Mountain Magnum Thompson Cente 50 Cal. Hawkin 50 Cal. Muzzleloader 2) Hunting Knife
MISC. & ANTIQUES Trailer Load of New Tools Trailer Load of New & Used Tools 400 Gal. S.S. Bulk Tank Sheep Feeder Water Tanks Wood Wagon Box Old Eveners Buggy Wheels Foot Pedal Potato Slicer Lots of Steel Fence Posts 2 Wheeled Barb Unroller Log Chains Chain Binders
HOUSEHOLD
Dry Sink 2) Wood Box Small Stove Green Moon & Star Canisters Brown Glass Cookware Set Treadle Sewing Machine Singer Sewing Machine Shelves Much, Much More
FLOWERS & VEGETABLE PLANTS 150 Hanging Baskets Variety of Potted Plants Vegetable Plants
AUCTION NOTE: This is only a small, partial listing. They are expecting many more consignments by sale time. Consignments will be accepted up until 9:00 A.M. on sale day. We expect to sell with two auction rings most of the day.
TERMS: Cash or good check with positive ID. Not responsible for theft or accidents. Nothing removed until settled for.
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!
Monday, May 21, 2012
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Page 27
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation awards $18,125 in free paint Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) awarded $1,000 worth of free paint to two projects in Fillmore County through its Picture-It Painted grant program--a partnership between SMIF and Valspar Corporation in support of community beautification and restoration projects throughout southern Minnesota. The Rushford-Peterson school
district was awarded 17 gallons for its “Lille By Count and Sing With Me” mural. The paint will be used in a hallway that is located in the 1906 construction portion of the building and will preserve the building’s functionality for the program’s targeted age group. For more information about this project, contact Lisa Lawston at 507-864-7065. The Preston Historical Soci-
ety was awarded 23 gallons to paint the 1951 Milwaukee Road Caboose. The authentic caboose is part of the historical Milwaukee Elevator and Milwaukee boxcar complex and its restoration will help with the historic preservation and interpretation of the agricultural and railroad history in Preston. For more information about this project, contact Richard Petsch at 507-
Rushford passes chicken ordinance By Kirsten Zoellner After much debate within the council and planning commissions, Rushford has passed a new ordinance that will allow for the keeping of chickens within city limits. According to city administrator Steve Sarvi, the ordinance came before the commission several times for adjustments and discussions. “The majority of the commission recommended the ordinance,” he added. The permit is designed to be relatively easy to obtain, but is detailed enough to take rescind if there is a problem. The permit will be $20 for the first year and renewable by application only each subsequent year if there are no infractions against the ordinance on file. Homeowners will be solely responsible for getting authorization from those who share property lines with the applicant prior to getting the permit. Speaking during the public hearing, lead proponent Tina Darr thanked the council for tackling the topic. Another debate, over the future of the Rushford Public Library, continues. Addressing the council with the annual library report, library director Sue Hart and Library Board Chairman Jim O’Donnell again requested parameters from the city as to the projected remodel of the current Tews Memorial Building. Noting preliminary estimates from architect Val Shutte, which had come just an hour prior to the meeting, Hart spelled out the details. According to the estimate, without relocation, or the construction of an addition onto the facility, but rather simply the remodeling of the first and second floors, the project could cost the city a projected $792,000. At minimum, it would require the library to be closed for 22 months as the building is essentially gutted and flip-flopped blueprint-wise to accommodate state requirements. “We’ve been here before,” sighed Hart. “In 2005, we were told it would take $987,000 for remodeling. Before we sink time and effort into studies, designs, and more, we need to know if it’s a go with you. If we take the USDA loan, at 4.25 percent for a 40 year term, it’s roughly $63,000 per year, from the city, to make principal and interest payments. We could meet the crunch time for the USDA, which is June 30. We could ask for a waiver for the July 31 construction deadline. It’s tight, but we could meet it. With adding on instead of remodeling both levels, there’s no way we can meet the deadlines.”
“You know my position,” countered Councilor Bunke. “I don’t want to borrow any more money. I was hoping we could use the FEMA funds from the community center, but I hear it hasn’t been applied for yet.” “You have to have a plan in place and approved before you can even submit an application for the FEMA funding,” responded Hart. According to Sarvi, the city would also need to spend funds out of its own coffers before FEMA will reimburse the funds for the project. It also appears that FEMA funding would only be available for “bricks and mortar” library project, through an addition to the west or a new facility. “Is there a limit to the amount of debt a city can carry?” questioned
Councilor Roger Colbenson. “That’s exactly my point,” echoed Bunke. “There’s not a huge appetite anywhere for more debt. That’s why I made my motion the way I did. The Library Board would need to provide us a plan that requires no funds from the city, through FEMA funds, fundraising, etc.” “Everything you just mentioned, we had in place… everything,” O’Donnell retorted. “Now, you want us to do it again, but in this building? So we’re back to square one.” The library will need a minimum of 6,000 square feet to decompress the current collection and meet ADA requirements. The upper floor alone, as it currently sits will provide only 3,500 square feet. “We can only go by professional opinion,
to All the Supporters of the Fillmore/Houston County
FArm SAFety DAy CAmp
765-2559. “The Picture-it-Painted program reminds us that collaboration shapes and improves our communities. These projects involve a number of volunteers and will provide Fillmore County with assets they can enjoy for years to come,” said Tim Penny, SMIF President & CEO. “We are pleased to support projects that will improve the look of our
region.” These projects are two of 17 awarded free paint in southern Minnesota, valued at $18,125. This year over 720 gallons were awarded to these beautification projects in southern Minnesota. The grant is awarded to projects that will have a visual impact, provide a public benefit to the community and involve volunteer participation.
the number of people served, and the services provided to determine square footage needs,” noted Hart. “We serve three counties here. “Do we start a project and hope?” asked Sarvi. “Three months ago, the council was asked for a number so we could understand the tax impacts and what the architects can design with. Now, we’re spinning our wheels and that USDA money is going to slip through our fingers. We’re going to be sitting down at a new city hall, while you’re [the library] trying to figure out what to do.” “But our debt level; it’s ridiculous,” added Colbenson. “A lot of this is because of the flood; the levee, the infrastructure, the Highway 43 work. It’s going to take financial responsibility and management,” responded Mayor Chris Hallum. “There are needs and wants. There are needs and
wants and opportunity. The council set this path months ago. Are we going to do what we need to and make it happen? If not, why did we go down this road?” “I suggest the board continues to tighten up the project so the city feels comfortable funding it,” concluded Bunke. “Well, there’s still one option left,” responded O’Donnell. “We do nothing.” “We’re offering something here,” countered Councilor Mark Honsey. “It’s not new, but it could be shiny.” The Library board will meet to discuss the preliminary estimates and the continuation of the project. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, May 28, at 6:30pm, at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
SpOnSOrS Caledonia: SNO PAC Foods, Danielson Insurance Agency, Inc., Portland Prairie Embryo Services, Caledonia Haulers, Inc., Farm Bureau Insurance - Audre Myrah eitzen: Hammell Equipment Inc., Eitzen State Bank, Staggemeyer Insurance, Wagner Insurance Caledonia: Miken Sports, Loveless-Eikens, American Legion Post 191, Caledonia Implement Co. Canton: First Southeast Bank Chatfield: Chosen Valley Veterinary Clinic, Manahan Machine Shop Fountain: First State Bank of Fountain, Fountain Building Center, Inc., K & R Equipment Harmony: First Southeast Bank, Hammell Equipment, Inc., Harmony Repair Service, Gundersen Lutheran Harmony Clinic, Ironside Trailer Sales & Service, Solberg Welding, Inc., Morem Electric, Inc., Bluff Country Computer Works Houston: Eastwood Bank, Ace Telephone Association, Mound Prairie Mutual Insurance Company Lanesboro: S & A Petroleum Bulk Plant &
Martin Oil Bulk Plant, Associated Bank, Sveen Construction, American Legion mabel: Bank of the West, Mengis Funeral Home, Craig’s Auto Repair Ostrander: Ostrander Farmers Coop Elevator preston: American Family Insurance, F & M Insurance, Gehling Implement & Auction Co., Fastenal, Scheevel & Sons, Inc., Poet Biorefining, Hanson Tire Service, McCabe Repairs, Olmsted Medical Center rushford: American Legion Post 94, Darr Auctions & Realty LLC, Valley Veterinary Clinic, Famer’s Coop Elevator Spring Grove: Shooting Star Native Seeds, Inc., Wilmington Mutual Insurance Co, Merchants Bank, Red’s Hometown Market, Kraus Oil Co, Inc. Spring Valley: Bloomfield Mutual Insurance Co., SEMA Equipment Inc., Essig Agency, Himlie Insurance Agency Wykoff: Security State Bank (LewistonSpring Valley-Wykoff), Denny’s Equipment & Trailer Sales, Fillmore Sawmill DOnAtiOnS ALSO FrOm: Houston County Cattlemen, Franciscan Skemp, Mayo Health Systems, LaCrosse
485 students, their teachers, and chaperones from 15 schools the fourth grade classes from: Fillmore Central FFA Advisors: Houston Dennis Rud Rushford-Peterson Brad Harguth Lanesboro Lisa Sackreiter St. John’s Wykoff Colby Lind St. John’s Caledonia Karen Tisthammer St. Mary’s Caledonia Chatfield Mabel-Canton pLAnnerS: Spring Grove Fillmore Central mabel-Canton Spring Grove Fillmore/Houston County Extension FFA Group Leaders FFA Group Leaders FFA members La Crescent Houston County Farm Bureau Kjersten Borreson Mitch Ristau Logan Henry Kingsland Fillmore County Farm Bureau Kyle Lee Braden Hahn Stephanie Hafner Caledonia Fillmore County Public Health Derek Johnson Brady McCabe Christy Welscher St. Peter’s Hokah Mabel-Canton FFA Advisor Dennis Rud Kaitlin Bratland Luke Bergey Mason Henry Crucifixion of La Crescent Concerned citizen, Richard O’Connor Elizabeth Johnson Adam McCabe Abby Hanson City of mabel: Jake Kraus McKinnen Stone Gabe Lind EMT Ambulance Crew Adam Reicks Fire Department Steam Engine Grounds preSenterS: Hesper-Mabel Historical Old Barn electric Safety - Tri-County Electric - Brad Pecinovsky ptO Safety - Fillmore/Houston Extension - Jerrold Tesmer & Nick Drinkall equipment: mabel Ambulance - mabel emt - Neil Folstad, Chris Lappnow & Ashley Ryan Preston Equipment Co.- tractor, spreader, & Lawn mower Safety - U of M Extensions - Houston - Meghan Wall, JoAnn Osterhus & riding lawn mowers; Kinsley Mercantile, Austen Whitacre Harmony - push lawn mowers; Storlie’s AtV Safety - Jared Barnes, Braden Barnes, Jace Barnes & Dean Thomas Portable Pit Stops, Spring Grove - portGrain Drowning - Fillmore Farm Bureau Jeff Eickhoff, Scott Winslow & Katie Winslow a-potties; Fillmore County Farm Bureau tractor rollover - Houston Farm Bureau - Cynthie Christensen, Katie Denstad, Eric - 911 Simulator Johnson, Justin Ward & Tyler Stortz LunCH: Livestock Safety - Harmony Vet Clinic - Dr. Lynn Aggen; Megan Witt Fillmore County Cattlemen - barbecues prepared Sun Safety - Caledonia FFA Katie Meyer & Hannah Russert & served by Nick Ruen, Trista Ruen, Chris Miller, Barb Nelson, Don Gildner, Susie Gildner, 911 Simulator - Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office - Mike Ask & Dan Dornink LeeAnn Howard, Jerry Gartner & Nancy Gartner Basic First Aid - Chatfield Ambulance EMT - Sue Kester & Ed Hallisy Seat Belt - Fillmore Public Health - Brenda Pohlman Kwik Trip-bananas • Houston DHIA-Milk General Farm - Doug Lind, Cole Theede, James Knudsen & Jordan Bergan Houston ADA-Milk • Fillmore ADA-Milk Fire Safety - Mabel Fire Department - Bob Schutte & Steve Smith Rushford, Harmony, Preston Foods-chips
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Page 28
Monday, May 21, 2012
CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY, MAY 22 Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels. For fundraiser info, call 507-867-3583.* Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* AA Meeting, 7pm, Faith United Methodist Church, Spring Valley. “Living in the Solution.” Newcomers welcome.* Adult Children Anonymous (formerly known as Adult Children of Alcoholics) meeting, 7pm. Call Deb 507-765-5336 for info.* Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pio neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian. Church, Mill St, Rushford.*
WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-5pm. 1300 West Tracy Rd. Spring Valley.*
SUNDAY, MAY 27
Preston AA Group, 7:30pm, United Methodist Church, Preston. For more info, call 507-951-6029.*
NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for info 507-765-4979. *
Free Music event- Scheie Lutheran Church, rural Mabel. 7:30pm
Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm. Fountain Lutheran Church, south Main St. and Highway 52.*
FRIDAY, MAY 25 Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, Senior Citizens Day, 9am-10am. 1300 West Tracy Rd. Spring Valley, MN.*
MONDAY, MAY 28
SE MN Historic Bluff Country: Open House at Regional Visitor Center in Rushford, 303 S Elm Street. Rev. Mark Chavez, General Secretary of the NALC, speaking at 7pm, Oasis Church, 1815 38th St. NW Rochester. Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.*
NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for info 507-765-4979. *
Harmony AA Group- Harmony Community Center, 8pm, For more info call 507-272-5857 *
THURSDAY, MAY 24
SATURDAY, MAY 26
Free Senior Coffee, 9am, Heritage Grove, Harmony.* Storyhour, Harmony Public Library, 225 3rd Ave. SW, 11:00 – 11:45, Preschool ages, No School No Storyhour.*
Lanesboro Farmer’s Market- 9-12 Sylvan Park. May-Oct.
Canton Senior Citizens meet at 1pm for cards and visiting, Canton Community Center.*
Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.* TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) Meeting, Spring Valley Care Center Activity Room. Weigh-in from 5:456 p.m. Meeting from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Questions contact Judy at 507-3462469.*
A Great Read!
Rev. Mark Chavez, General Secretary of the NALC, speaking at 6pm worship service, Oasis Church, 1815 38th St. NW Rochester. Lanesboro AA Group, 8:00pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For more info, call 507-251-1771 or 765-2518.*
This week’s Sudoku solutions are located on page 34.
ProfeSSional Guide dentAL
ACCOUntAnts
ruShford d e n ta l
c l i n i c
major & company tax preparation, accounting & payroll services enrolled agents
•
Personalized service to accommodate your needs. Accounting, Auditing, Tax Preparation 209 St. Anthony Street, PreSton, Mn 55965 507-765-2180 or 507-765-3671
(507) 864-7773
• Family Dental Care • Cosmetic Dentistry/Whitening • New Patients Always Welcome
* Complete Family Care * Cosmetic Dentistry
* Dentures/Partials * Tooth Colored Fillings
New Patients Welcome! 507-346-7281 823 N. Broadway Ave, Spring Valley, MN
Tim mcLAughLin, eA
Pamela ristau, cPa
208 S. Elm Street Rushford, MN
Keith Casella, D.M.D. • Chalsey Niece, D.D.S.
409 Spring Ave., Preston, MN 55965 • 507-765-4444
Ron SchReieR, eA
Gary M. Marcoux, d.d.S.
MediCAL
insURAnCe F&M Insurance servIces
Assisted Living
Park lane estates assisted living 111 Fillmore Place SE Preston, MN 55965 507-765-9986
“Where Life Begins Again” preston@kccompaniesinc.com
COUnseLing 8:00am - 4:30pm, Mon-Fri 1-800-422-0161 www.zumbromhc.org
65 Main Avenue North, Harmony Marcy Allen, LPC; Paul Broken, MA; Mark Bronson, MS, LICSW; Alan Rodgers, LICSW Psychotherapy, psychiatry, case management, adult rehab mental health services
VicTiM serVices
- a service of DFO Community Corrections.
Sexual Assault Program ~ Victim/Witness Assistance Program Advocacy, information & assistance for victim/survivors of sexual assualt & other felony crimes. Community & professional education & consultation. Located in the Fillmore County Court House - Preston, MN Mon-fri 765-2805 or call 24 hr crisis line Toll-free 1-877-289-0636 All services are free & confidenital
To advertise your business in the professional guide call or email us today! 507-765-2151 or 1-800-599-0481 (Toll-free in 507 area) ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Walter Bradley, FIc Financial associate
102 Sheridan Lanesboro, mn 55949
507-467-3370
21267B
MediCAL
©2003 Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
phARMACy
Witt’s Pharmacy “Wellness is our Business”
115 West Jessie Street • Rushford, MN 55971 (507)864-2153 44 Main Avenue N Harmony, MN 55939 (507)886-2322
137 West Main Street Spring Grove, MN 55974 (507)498-5509
615 West Esch Drive Caledonia, MN 55921 (507)725-3328
306 Main Suite 103 LaCrescent, MN 55947 (507)895-8784
physiCAL theRApy 124 Main St., Preston, MN 206 Main St., Chatfield, MN
Lisa Stensrud, DPT
Balance / coordination training general aches & Pains
ph. 507-765-3353 Fax 507-765-2225 email: fcpt@centurytel.net
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, May 21, 2012
Classifieds
Page 29
Call 507-765-2151 or 800-599-0481 (in 507 area code) FAX 507-765-2468 or e-mail: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
EXMARK ZERO TURN MOWERS Jonsered Chainsaws, Grass N Brush trimmers plus blowers. Repair, Service & Sales at South Branch Outdoor Equipment, Preston, MN. 507-765-4979. s9/26tfn- o
BILL’S GUN SHOP. Hours 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm M-F, Sat 8am to 8pm. Sunday by appt. We buy, sell, trade & repair. 1-1/4 miles south of Carimona, 19708 Kava Rd, Preston. 507-765-2762. s9/29eow- o
Patio/wall flat rock for sale. Have 4 4’x4’ pallets stacked 2’ to 3’ high of flat rock. Asking $100 a pallet. Call 507-4595040 s3tfn- x
FOR SALE: Internet-ready, eMac computers, 1ghz, 80gb, 512mb RAM, InDesign Master Suite Collection software. All products for media desktop publishing included. Asking $249 or best offer. Call Jason at 507-251-5297. s6tfn- x
PIANOS, DIGITAL PIANOS, Church Organs - New, Used, Sales & Service - Call DEWEY KRUGER MUSIC, Northwood, Iowa, 800-933-5830, deweykrugermusic. com. s21,28,4- x
Rochester, MN 866-657-4910
www.valleyfeatherlite.com
103 20th St. NE, Stewartville , MN ~ Just off Hwy 63
Used eqUipment skid loaders
new Featherlite trailers • New 4 Horse LQ's In Stock • 16' Bumper • 7x20 Stock • 20' Wd Flr • 7x24 Stock • 16' GN Stock Used Featherlite trailers • '01 24' Stock • '07 24' Stock Combo sold sold • '98 20' Stock Combo • '04 4 H GN
• JD 325 • Bobcat T190 Cab • Case 60 XT • 2) Bobcat 542 • Bobcat 763 • Bobcat S185 Cab • Bobcat S250 • Bobcat S130 Cab • Bobcat S330 Cab tractors
• MF 1540 MFWD w/Blade • JD 4520 • Ford 8N Boomer w/Loader • JD 2950 w/Loader • JD 2350 w/Loader • NH TC33 w/Belly Mower
FOR SALE: Classic antique cast iron radiators from the original Park Hotel in Preston, MN. Many sizes and colors. Excellent condition. Would be perfect for restoration of an older home. Priced from $200 to $500 depending on which size. Call Jason at 507251-5297. s6tfn- x
GJERE CONSTRUCTION, Mabel, MN. Best black dirt in town. Sand fill and sewer sand. 507-493-5864 or 507-450-7620. s4/16-6/4- o MEL’S GOLF CARS, LLC. New and used gas and electric Yamaha Golf Carts are in Stock! Other New Models are available along with over 50 used Carts to choose from. Now demonstrating the all New 2012 Fuel Injected Yamaha Gas Golf Carts. Will take trades. Mel’s Golf Cars provides the highest quality in all their golf carts. Stop and Shop at 132 Garfield Avenue, Albert Lea, MN or Call Mel at 507-4382705. s14,21,28,4,18,25- x
FOR SALE: High back wall-mount white porcelain bathroom sinks from original Park Hotel in Preston, MN. Excellent condition. Perfect for restoration of older home. Priced at $150 per sink. Call Jason at 507-251-5297. s6tfn- x
EZ-GO & Yamaha GOlf Carts SaleS & Service New & USed
CHROME CHANDELIER, excellent condition. Still hanging. Lights shine up, down or both ways. Originally purchased at Northern Lights. Reason for sale - redecorated and chrome doesn’t work. $250. 507282-7621. s21,28- o
Ivan Vreeman harmony, mn 507-273-6928
MANTIS Deluxe Tiller. New! FastStart engine. Ships free. One-Year MoneyBack Guarantee when you buy direct. Call for the DVD and free good soil book! 866/682-6855 MCAN FOR SALE: 3 YR OLD PUREBRED Chocolate Lab. Male, neutered, up-to-date on shots and housebroken. Has been raised around kids and is good with them. Must sell as I am moving and can’t take him with me. $50. Call 507-886-2876. Leave a message. s21tfn- x WINDOWS $250 DH Style. Installation included. Energy star qualified. Order 4. Customer pays recycling. Government financing available. BBB accredited contractor. Visit www.greensourcewindows. com or call 888/690-9892 MCAN FOR SALE: Whirlpool washer & dryer, matched set, in good condition. 507-9519416. s14,21- o
PROfessiOnAl seRviCe Guide
baSEMENT WaTERpROOFINg
pLUMbINg
CONSTRUCTION
Specializing in Roofing • Remodel • New Home Construction • Siding • Replacement Windows • Concrete Sidewalks • Flat Pours Licensed & Insured #20450126
We fix Wet Basements! Mention this Ad and Receive $100 off Basement Waterproofing System Free Estimates • 507-259-7776 • www.AllStarBasements.com
CLEaNINg
servicemaster of Chatfield
The clean you expect Jeff Hebl, Owner The service you deserve 507-467-4798 • Lanesboro, MN
CONSTRUCTION Bakke Cement & masonry Logix insuLated concrete forms with more foam for insulation value
• Block Basements • Additions • Footings • Floors • Driveways • Patios • Walks
35 Years of Serving Our Area
25988 County 14 Preston, MN 55965 Ph/Fax 507-765-2537 Cell 507-951-0731
www.duanegilbertsonconstruction.com • Custom Cabinets • Remodeling • Roofing • gaRages • siding • sheds & moRe • gRaniCRete CounteR tops H:507-268-4949 C:507-272-3624
Fountain, MN
Lic# BC474301
HungeRHolt caRpentRy
Appliance Sales & Service • New & Used New Construction & Remodeling • In-Floor Heat • Drain Cleaning Call Dave or Dempsey • Cell: 507-259-4238 or 507-259-4239 126 St. Anthony Street, Preston, MN • Bus. 765-2173
NewMaN
Schulte BuilderS
PLuMBiNg, HeatiNg & CooLiNg, LLC
• New Construction • Remodeling • Insured • Free Estimates • Licensed 507-743-8325 SEE uS FoR aLL youR HEatINg & CooLINg NEEdS Randy Newman - 507-421-2536 - geoSystems
ELECTRICaL
507-493-5282 • Free Estimates
J.W. ElEctric
Plumbing & Heating
Let Me “PLug” you Into A better DeAL
• CommerCial • trenChing Joel Walbridge Fountain, mn
• residential • Farm
(507) 268-4367 Cell (507) 273-0829
haRdWaRE Fast, Friendly, Honest service!!
kingSley Mercantile & rental
Many Years of Experience
507-886-2323 • Toll Free 877-886-2323 PO BOx 214 • 2 Main ave. n., HarMOny, Mn 55939 Kerry & Jane Kingsley, Owners • www.kingsleymercantile.com
Mn ContraCtors liC. #20382343
MELDAHL CONSTRUCTION INC. PETERSON, MN 55962 • 507-875-2496 We Carry • Dryers • Grain Bins for Drying & Storage -Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors (And More!)
the First Bin DesiGneD For the 21st Century
pEST CONTROL Charlotte’s Web
• Rodents • Ants • Cockroaches • Asian Beetles • Other Pests
Pest COntROl licensed Professional exterminator Commercial/Residential Charlotte Treat Free Estimates Call 507-251-0589 • charlotte.treat@yahoo.com
To adverTise your business Call 507-765-2151 • 1-800-599-0481 or email ads@fillmorecounTyjournal.com
• Insured • Septic systems • New Construction • Remodeling
Dave Swenson Don Tollefsrud Matt Swenson Lic. #008399pJ
Lic. #008744pJ
Lic. #7046
pROpaNE gaS KRuegel gaS SeRvice PROPAne seRviCe instAllAtiOn deliveRy
Maytag Amana Husqvarna
Appliances • Hardware • Small Engines • Furnace • Air Conditioning Commercial & Residential Repair
For aLL your building and remodeling needs.
30 Ton, 136 ft Boom Truck Service
Dave’s Plumbing & Heating, Air Conditioning LLC
20 Yrs Experience • Quality Craftmanship
DAN SERFLING
• Marty hunGerholt, 507-467-2203 • ranDy harMon, 507-467-2410 • riCharD nepstaD, 507-765-3621
• New Roof • Reshingle • Flat Roofs • Steel Shingles • Lawn Care • Snow Removal • Storm Damage • Gutter Cleaning Certified Professional Installer • Chimney Flashings • Workmanship Guaranteed • Competitive Pricing • 24 Hr. Res/Comm. Leak Bonded, Insured and Licensed. Repair Lic.# 20638833 Call now for Free Estimate • 507-251-9220
Mabel, MN •507-459-0401
Diamond Shelter Sales of Minnesota, LLC
& Tear Down , Millwright, Grain Legs, Auger, and Conveyor Construction, Concrete Construction.
Calls welcomed any time!
507-765-2405 BRUMM’S PLUMBING & HEATING, LLc
New Homes & Pole Barns Remodeling & New Additions
For Estimates Call - 507-467-2941 Lanesboro, MN
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: Grain Bin ConstruCtion
308 St. Anthony St., Preston • Furnace • Drain Cleaning
• New Homes • Remodeling • Air Conditioning
Taylor ouTdoor Wood SToveS ~ radianT Floor HeaTing a-Maize-ing HeaT Corn FurnaCeS & BoilerS ~ gaS FurnaCeS & BoilerS air CondiTioning ~ SepTiC SySTeMS ~ neW ConSTruCTion ~ reModeling Free eSTiMaTeS ~ inSured
Carpet, Furniture, Floors, Furnace Duct Cleaning, Fire & Water Damage, Janitorial Service.
and Cabinetry
Plumbing & Heating
Tony Brumm • Mabel, MN 55954 Phone: (507)493-5507 • Cell:507-251-9212
Professional Cleaning ~
www.diamondshelters.com
Al lArson & sons
1-800-464-6121
SERVING SOUTHERN MN SINCE 1954
SaTELLITE SERVICES Craig Stortz #PL07718
Power Limited Licensed
Stortz Satellite
Nick Stortz #PL07719
Serving the Tri-State area Residential & Commercial Accounts for Direct TV & Dishnet. Cable - Phone - internet - Wiring Canton, MN
Toll Free 866-862-5397 Bus 507-743-8486 Cell 507-259-1454
SEpTIC pUMpINg With 210 feet of hose!
We’re #1 in the #2 Business Pumping & Agitating
for fast Courteous service • Call 507-352-6790
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Page 30
Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
Monday, May 21, 2012
SERVICES
NOTICES
NOTICES
NOTICES
NOTICES
TRANSMISSION REBUILDING: Foreign and domestic, auto & light truck. 12 month 12,000 mile warranty. Call for prices. Brown’s Tire, Battery, & Transmission. Rushford 507-864-2969 or 1-888-8647049. v20tfn- o
REACH NEARLY 1 MILLION HOUSEHOLDS! Do you have a product, service, or business that would be helped by reaching 1 million households throughout Minnesota? The Minnesota Classified Network will allow you to reach these potential customers quickly and inexpensively. For more information concerning a creative classified ad call this publication or Minnesota Classified Network at 800-866-0668. (MFPA)
CANADA DRUG CENTER is your choice for safe and affordable medications. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90 percent on all your medication needs. Call today 866/927-9566 for $25.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. MCAN
AEVER CONSIDER A REVERSE MORTGAGE? At least 62 years old? Stay in your home & increase cash flow! Safe & Effective! Call Now for your FREE DVD! Call Now 888-562-4751 (MFPA)
SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS Win or Pay Nothing! Start Your Application In Under 60 Seconds. Call Today! Contact Disability Group, Inc. Licensed Attorneys & BBB Accredited. Call 877/730-1454 MCAN
Norby Tree Service: Stump grinding, tree trimming and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. v8/2tfn- o We do small engine repair. Full-time mechanic on hand. Certified Husqvarna dealer. Fast, friendly, honest service. Kingsley Mercantile. Harmony. 507-8862323. v4eow- o A Perfect cut tree service - tree trimming and removal, hedge trimming, fenceline clearing. 15 years experience climbing and basket work. 507-743-TREE, Chad Wangen. Fully licensed and insured. Cell 507-272-0394. v7/20-7/30/12- x MARK’S PAINTING & REPAIRS. Siding washes, rolling and brushing wood and masonry. 30+ years experience. Spraying steel roofs, restore most anything wood. Insured. 507-459-0590. EOWv3/19-10/8x
SAWMILLS from only $3,997.00 - Make & save money with your own bandmill - cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info/DVD: www. NorwoodSawmills.com 800/578-1363 Ext. 300N MCAN
CONGRATULATIONS
1st BirtHd y p ay ap
to Randy & Susan Snyder of Dallas, Texas A daughter,
TTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a free talking meter and diabetic testing supplies at no cost, plus free home delivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful finger pricking! Call 866/694-7869 MCAN
SERVICES
DOG OBEDIENCE classes starting May 12. For more information www.adogspot. com or 507-875-2600. v30,7,14,21- o
SHAPMAIIRAHA’NSDWDEELSDING RE
ALSO
IGN
Custom Hay Mowing, Raking & Baling
Samantha Rollins tr
May 27, 2012
Love from Grandpa & Grandma Fishbaugher
1:30pm-4:30pm Harmony Community Center Hosted by Bill, Mike, Susan and Kathy. Bring photos to share. No gifts please!
507-951-1698
ReSidential - CommeRCial
Jason Mensink Construction
Harmony, MN 507-951-1210
•Siding •Windows •Roofing •Doors •Decks •Drywall •Custom Cabinets & Woodworking Free •All Carpentry Needs Estimates
11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954 Craig Henry Shop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573
Lucille Serfling 90th Birthday
Randy Haakenson • Commercial • Residential • Agricultural 326 Parkside Dr. SE Res 507-765-2297 Preston, MN 55965 Cell 507-251-5535
TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, Inc. 507-886-4600
PO Box 273 • 70 4th St. NW, Harmony MN 55939
TNT Lawn Service
make arrangements now for your lawn care
• Mowing • Stump Grinding • Fall Clean-Up • Snow Plowing • Ice Management
• Aerating • Power Brooming • Insured • Light Backhoe Work Call: 507-268-4977 or Cellphone: 507-429-6755
(Free Estimates)
The family of Carl & Arlene Bakalyar is proud to announce their
65th Wedding Anniversary
May 30, 2012
on May 18, 2012.
Happy Birthday!
That day will be celebrated at a dinner with relatives in Worthington, MN. The 4 generation Bakalyar Bunch will also celebrate at their annual week at the lake in June.
CALL FOR ALL YOUR REPAIR NEEDS!
We are proud to offer these services: • DOT Inspections on your pickup & trailer • Install B&W gooseneck hitches • Install brake controllers • Trailer brake repair • Light repair on trailers • Wiring repair on pickups and trailers • Welding repair and modifications on steel and aluminum trailers •View our inventory at www.ironsidetrailersales.net We are looking forward to helping you with all your trailer needs!
Sunday, May 27, 2012
was born May 11, 2012. 8 lbs. 5 oz • 20 1/4” Grandparents are Clem Snyder, Harmony and Hallie Snyder, Preston.
! igg er CHristopH
Open House Birthday Marion Sears Caldwell
Shamiah Womeldorf, Rural Lanesboro
schroeder drywall Drywall Hanging • Taping • Texturing Rusty Schroeder “Free estimates” 507-765-3648
H
DISH NETWORK Starting at $19.99/ month Plus 30 Premium Movie Channels Free for 3 Months! Save! & Ask About same day installation! Call – 866/7855167 MCAN
Love, Your Family 820 Memorial Dr. Apt. 147 Spring Valley, MN 55975
Classified ad form
Ad must reach our office with pAyment by noon wednesday for monday’s paper
$8.50 minimum (15 words or less) per week. 10¢ each additional word. Price includes online listing on www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Ad copy as it will appear in paper:
Ristau HauleRs inc 105 Crown Hill Rd., Preston, MN 507-765-4710 507-251-5033 (Cell) Rock, DiRt, SanD Larry, Travis, Wynn, Josh
ROOFING
AsphAlt - RubbeR - MetAl
We Comply to All OSHA Crew Safety Requirements
Just C’sa!ll Bob
Free estimates!
288-8379 or 1-800-851-Bobs 4006 Hwy. 14 East, Rochester Lic. #004842
www.bobs-construction.com
Category (CirCle one) Auto For Sale Employment Garage Sale Farm Lost/Found For Rent Notices
payment method
Min. charge Extra words x .10 No. of weeks Total
Real Estate Services Thank You Wanted
❏ Check
❏ Visa
❏ Mastercard
Card Number ________________________________Exp. Date_____________ Name _____________________________________________________________
$8.50 __________ __________ __________ Reach oveR 12,000 households weekly
Address ________________________________ City/State _________________Zip __________ Phone __________________________________ Signature ________________________________ mail this form with payment to: Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston MN 55965 Credit cards orders may be faxed to 507-765-2468 • Phone 507-765-2151
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
Monday, May 21, 2012
Select Properties
Roxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI
25 center st. w, harmony, mn 55939 www.semnrealestate.com • remax@harmonytel.net Toll free: 888-839-2142
RoxanneJohnson@remax.net Cell: 507-458-6110 REdUCEd
New liStiNg
NEW LISTING
New liStiNg
comforTable livinG: 3 bedroom ranch very nice basement. Newer detached garage & a great location. $81,500 Harmony absoluTely adorable - Ranch lg att two car garage with shop, plus a 4 season sunroom & private patio area. LL finished office and 3/4 bath. You won’t find any nicer for this price! $84,500 scenic seTTinG Open & bright, floor plan. Lower level family room with walkout. Plus room for office, hobbies & storage. Att large 1 car garage. Only 1 block from trail Preston. $125,000 drive a liTTle, GeT a loT! 4 bedrm, 2 bath, 2 story in mint condition, beautiful woodwork, deck familyroom, garage. $105,000 Mabel room for family & friends: 4 bedrm, 2 bath home, LL familyrm, brick fireplace, master bedroom, walk-in closets 24 x 26 det garage. Deck & screen porch. Harmony $119,900 new lisTinG 3 bdrm 2 story home, open staircase, new windows, bright kitchen & dining area, shaded deck, great location! 2 car det garage $84,000 Harmony new lisTinG: Surprising spacious 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home with large 2 car heated garage. Preston $89,900 borderinG counTry: 3 bedroom ranch updated, full basement offers room to expand, attached 1 car garage and deck. Harmony $84,900 scenic counTry views: 4 bdrm, 2 bath home, master bedrm, bath & walk-in closet. Lg family room with room for dining & game area. 2 car att garage. Harmony $225,000
REdUCEd!
affordable & move in ready! Park like yard & mature shade trees. Great kitchen, lots of cabinets & counter space opens to dining area. Lower level has finished office area, laundry & storage. Greenleafton $59,900 affordable home 2 bdrm cottage near trail & river. Eat-in kitchen with generous living room & office. Bath updated. FA heat & central air. Nice deep lot. $45,000 Preston charminG sTone coTTaGe, 2 bedrooms, 1 ¾ bath, oak hardwood floors, built-in corner cabinet, fireplace, half acre lot. Preston $73,900 house & shoP Affordable living, 3 bedroom home includes 24 x 40 attached garage, Greenleafton $59,900 here’s a honey - Super layout this 2 bedroom ranch has beautiful oak hardwood floors & many updates. Covered patio and X lg 1 car garage, Harmony $69,900 TradiTional brick home - 3 bedrm, 1 1/2 bath home, wood floors, open staircase, walk-in pantry, plus built-ins, 3 season front porch & covered back porch. Corner lot w/ garden space & det garage. $69,900 Preston easy To enjoy: Neat remodel 2 bedroom, new kitchen & bath, 6 panel oak doors, 2 car det garage, deck $69,900 Harmony simPly wonderful! Updated 3 bedroom ranch move in ready! Main floor laundry and bath. Lower level finished in 2002 familyroom, bedroom, office, 3/4 bath & utility area, with lots of storage. Mabel $79,900
Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI
OPEN HOUSE May 26 10:30-12 noon new lisTinG 308 n huron ave., sPrinG valley 22826 oak hill drive, spring valley, $314,000 Executive home Perfect Cape Cod home with on approx 1.5 acres of land in Oak 3 bedms & 2 baths. Many Hill Drive subdivision. 4 bdrms, 4 special features include arched bath 2 story Colonial w/hdwd floors, doorways, hdwd fioors, eat-in main floor sep laundry, formal living kitchen & formal dining, and & dining areas, family room w/ numerous built in cupboards fireplace, potting shed, storage shed, fenced, new mound septic and nooks throughout. The system, perennial gardens & luscious landscaping. LL finished back yard has many mature trees for privacy, many perennial flow- used as a home photography business. Could easily have a home business run from the abundance of rooms w/various sizes. ers planted and partially fenced yard. This is a beautiful, move-in condition home sure to please many! $103,000 Reduced! $309,000
Todd Hadoff
chaTfield - Turn of the century home on large corner lot. Main floor master bedroom, main floor laundry, wood floors, 9’ ceilings, built-ins, screened in porch and (28x32) garage/shop. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, all brick exterior, storage shed, garden area, & combo heat (nat. gas and wood). $105,000 chaTfield - Great location for this ranch home on dead-end street. 3 bedrooms on main floor, 2 baths, main floor laundry, 3-season porch, newer water heater and furnace. Could have a 4th bedroom in lower level. Oversized 2+garage. $114,900 chaTfield - Updated home on 1/2 acre lot close to high school and parks. Large open kitchen is perfect for entertaining. Finished lower level family d and large room, S living olroom private patio & backyard. Newer windows & siding. $115,000 chaTfield - 3+ bedroom rambler w/2 baths, newer windows, gas fireplace, 2 car garage, vinyl siding. New roof. Located close to parks & downtown. All appliances will stay. $119,900 chaTfield - Townhouse - Great price on this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse. Formal dining room, living room, open kitchen w/center island. Family room in lower level with w/o to patio & fenced yard. Deck is covered & ideal for relaxing. 2+ garage is insulated & sheetrocked. now $134,900 chaTfield - Ideal location close to school, pool, & parks. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large foyer, family room w/ build-ins, bookshelves & entertainment center. Deck, storage shed & 2+ attached garage. $129,900 chaTfield - Absolutely gorgeous home that has been completely remodeled & updated, but has kept all the charm. 4 bedrms, 2 baths, wood floors, d new S tile, remodeled kitchen, ol main floor laundry, formal dining room, jacuzzi tub in master bath, covered porch, private patio, fenced yard & huge 3+garage. $149,900
Ne w liStiNg
NEW LISTING
Licensed Assistant
Office 507-886-4221
®
homes on acreaGe & land
REdUCEd
rollinG counTry views! 3 bedrm, 2 bath, home with lots of room, windows, shingles. 100ft x 32 ft machine shed/barn & kennel. 5 acres of pasture. Preston $120,000 brinG The horses!! 6 bedrm ranch home, LL walk out. Att 2 car heated garage, shop 36 x 48 steel shed & shelter. Fenced pasture with spring fed creek Spring Valley $269,000 Timeless Treasure: Grand 4 bedroom 2 story home, original features. Summer kitchen, garage, 30 x 45 shop (in-floor heat & water) barn & garden space. Beautifully landscaped. On 5 acres $236,000 brick home on acreaGe: Historic brick home with mature trees, great yard, offers an affordable slice of country. Additional 20 acres crop land option available. $107,000 counTry home on acreaGe: 2 story home, 4 good sized bedrms, 2 bath, built-ins, hardwood floors, large pantry & home office. Detached garage, 80 x 44 steel shed, hard surface road. Harmony, $125,000
5 acres wiTh a 5 mile view! 3 bedrm Ranch home, oak hardwoods, vaulted ceilings, large family rm, fireplace, walk out LL famlyrm & workshop. Deck att garage Anxious seller! $234,500 Lanesboro/Preston area 21+ acres wonderful 2 sTory farm house walk out basement 20x20 detached garage plus 28x32 shop with 16ft overhead door, 58x84 shed, and a 24x60 barn, box stalls. $177,500 super deal!
view over lanesboro: Charming 2 bedroom home with open staircase, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and unbelievable space. 1 block to most everything Lanesboro $95,000 easy To keeP & enjoy: 2 bedrm ranch on corner lot. Open kitchen-dining breakfast bar, Huge 2 car att garage Harmony $112,000 relax & enjoy one level living, open floor plan, sunrm, 16 x 13. Master bedroom, 10 x 8 walk-in closet & master bath. Guest bedrm & 3/4 guest bath, handicapped accessible. Super sized 1 car att garage. $125,000 comforT by desiGn: 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhome offers everything on one level. Generous living space, southern exposure. Large master bedroom & walkin closet. Large att garage. Harmony $129,900 loT wiTh view- lanesboro- reduced - Awesome view! Buildable lot 1/3 of an acre, on edge of town. Buy now, build later. Nice little investment! $29,600 buildinG loTs: Buy now and build when you’re ready! Newest division in Harmony- some walk outs, starting at $11,900 Open to all builders. Buy 2 get a discount.
IN THE LAST 18 MoNTHS oVER 85 LISTINGS ANd SALES. WITH MULTIpLE LISTING SERVICES, I AM YoUR LoCAL CoNNECTIoN To THE RoCHESTER AREA ANd SURRoUNdING CoMMUNITIES. I ALSo SHoW ALL MLS LISTINGS. CALL oN ME FoR ALL YoUR REAL ESTATE NEEdS!
78057 sTaTe hiGhway 16, Grand meadow New Listing - Acreage on Highway 16. Beautiful turn of the century country home. Includes 4 bdrms (large in size with walk-in closets in 2 of them), 2 baths, hardwood floors, crown moldings, paneled doors, gas fireplace, bay window in living room, main floor laundry, formal dining room & eat-in kitchen, & partial wrap around deck. 18x32 barn with leanto & water for livestock, 30x40 heated shed w/leanto, and 20x25 heated shop. Approximately 2.3 acres. $184,000
The Leader In The Real Estate Industry!
201 w. Tracy road, sPrinG valley amazing price for this 4 bedrm, 2 bath home. 3 stall garage added in 2003 with bonus room above featuring large family room with big screen TV & huge bedrm w/double closets. Kitchen has been remodeled with new counters & cabinets, pantry, dinette area & eatin kitchen. Main floor laundry, neutral decor’ throughout. Main floor 3/4 bath with shower, formal dining, living area & study. Upper level consists of totally renovated full bath w/ceramic tile, master bedroom w/walk -in closet and 2 additional bedrms. Front porch, back deck with gazebo & hot top, storage shed and fully landscaped. $159,000
I Show All MlS lIStIngS 22 YEARS ExpERIENCE SERVING
Cell 507-259-5454 chaTfield - Absolutely gorgeous 5 bedroom, 2 bath home on 6/10 acre. This ranch home has everything, open floor plan w/formal dn room, lv room, sun room, fam room, rec area, large open kitchen and island bar. Approx. 3600 sq. ft. of main floor living. Black walnut wall & kitchen cabinets, new carpet, ceramic tile & top of the line wood burning fireplace w/brick surround & built-in shelves. 864 sq. ft. heated garage and 20x24 detached garage. $259,900 founTain - Remodeled and updated 3+ bedroom home on 4 city lots. 3100 sq. ft with 2 gas fireplaces, wood floors, formal dining room and living room, main floor laundry, covered private deck, steel siding and 3 car heated garage and storage shed. $139,900 lanesboro - Spacious 2-story home on large lot. 3+bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 kitchens, large main floor laundry/mud room plus 2+garage. Newer windows, and new NG/Wood combo heat. Priced at $89,900. lanesboro - Charm and character describe this home w/original Douglas fir floors. Main floor has high ceilings and archways for character. Lower level is partially sheetrocked. Newer 2 car garage and great location to state trails & park. $114,900 lanesboro - 3+ bedroom ranch with private backyard, 2 baths, main floor o newer ld S laundry, flooring, open floor plan, c/a,steel siding, large deck and 2+garage. $124,900 PresTon - This home is ideal for rental property or starting out. Knotty Pine throughout house, new carpet, main floor laundry, enclosed porch & 2-car garage. Own cheaper than renting. $49,900
Page 31
Kelsey Fischer
farm land: 94.75 acres CRP land. Bristol Township can be bought out of program. Adjoining woods: 46.88 acres buildable, older well, driveway access Bristol Township. Cty 30. Nice spot, call for details. new lisTinG - souTh of lanesboro 24.1 Acres- woods Drake Road • 16.49 Acres- woods Drake Road Outdoor Lover’s Paradise! Super area for camping or building a cabin. Hiking trail to top of hill, rock out-croppings & great view from top open land. Prime hunting. 1/2 mile to trout streams. Good access.
(507) 346-2060 Cell: 507-951-2071 Toll-Free: 888-835-8141
715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com
Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
PresTon - This large rambler sits on quiet street & had great views of deck. Home has been updated. Large open kitchen and dining room, living room, large master bedroom, and main floor laundry. Large lower level family room with w/out to covered patio. New siding, windows flooring and heated garage. $125,000 rochesTer - Great location for this large rambler on end of cul-de-sac with private fenced yard. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 3 car garage, main floor laundry/mud room, large private patio, newer appliances and more. $187,500 rochesTer -Townhome - Hard to find townhome in Salem Point. Enjoy the water view from the 4-season porch or private patio. Large living room w/fireplace, separate formal dining room, master bedroom w/full bath and w/in closet. Open kitchen w/center island. 2nd level has 2 additional bdrms, full bath & family room. $335,000 commercial commercial buildinG - wykoff Completely renovated building that is ideal for any type of restaurant, catering or other business opportunity. The lower level is finished for additional space. $199,900 commercial- chaTfield - Tacades Sports Bar/Restaurant. Excellent opportunity to own this high traffic, well established sports bar/restaurant. Turn-key opertation. Building and all equipment are in excellent condition. Additional bar area for private parties. $540,000 Reduced $495,000 new lisTinG - commercial buildinG - lanesboro Great opportunity to own large commercial building in a high traffic area. Potential business could be retail, restaurant/bar, convenience store/grocery, crafts or many other uses. Can be divided off. Apartment above for rental or personal use. $89,900 loTs for sale - Chatfield - Fingerson & Donahoe - 1st Subdivison - Lots Starting At - $29,900
Check out my new webpage for easy access to all listings and mortgage calculator.
RoCHESTER ANd SE MN farm/acreaGes chaTfield - Spectacular setting for this 220 acres with woods, tillable, and access to Root River (perfect for camping, fishing, tubing and canoeing). This home offers a unique floor plan that is open with kitchen, center island, formal living room (15’ ceilings, fireplace), formal dining, main floor laundry/mud room, and gorgeous master with bath and w/in closet. In-floor heat in the 3-car garage and also the lower level. The tile work is excellantly done. Lower level family room walks-out to brick patio, 3 addtional bedrooms, and rec area. Outside had beautiful landscaping, pond, 40x60 shed, newly planted trees, large maint. free deck with awesome views, and more. 105 acres tilllable, 115 acres of woods, and river access makes this a paradise and is only 15 minutes to Lanesboro $1,500,000 lanesboro/whalan - Ideal acreage with everything you want or need. Approx. 8 acres with pasture for animals. 50x112 shed with 50x64 heated shop with 14’ ceilings. Outdoor wood burner heats the house and shop. Additional barn and shed for horses/animals. 5 bedroom house with main floor master, laundry, living room, family room with wood burner, and screened-in porch. New well, roof, hot water heater and furnace. $199,900 lanesboro - 14 acre paradise just north of Lanesboro. 1 mile from Eagle Bluff, close to Root River & State Trail. Ideal for horses or cattle. Large open kitchen & formal dining room, newer living room with fireplace and knotty pine. Main floor laundry, 4-season porch, large deck with hot tub, sauna, putting green and more. Barn w/ shop above and heated shop/garage below. $299,000 mabel - Cabin on 16 acres-gorgeous 16 acre wooded site with new cabin, well and septic. Knotty pine interior, steel siding, covered porch, infloor heat, kitchen, bath, laundry and loft area. Ideal for weekend getaway, rec land and great hunting. $149,900 oronoco - 4 bedroom, 2 bath home on 2+acres with 3 car attached garage, 30x40 heated shop located on end of cul-de-sac. Ideal for handyman. New carpet, sunroom, 2 fireplaces, patio, deck, large master, large yard, circle drive, kennel,
Page 32
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
AlwAys CAll RAndy BARnes
REAL ESTATE
Randy Barnes
507-251-3271 410 N. Main, Harmony, MN • (Across from Kwik Trip)
Richard Milne
new listing HARmony 3 Bedroom, Nice Neighborhood. $77,000. Call Randy Barnes for Details, 507-251-3271.
& Associates
Real Estate, LLC Preston Enjoy this 3 Bedroom 2 Bath
split that offers privacy with wooded area in backyard. Home features vaulted family room with Gas Fireplace, step saving kitchen and spacious living room. $118,000 • MLS#4036444 Preston 2 bedroom rambler has new carpet and fresh paint, newer windows and roof. 15547 Kiwi Rd, $52,000 MLS#4035459 Preston Residence or rental property. Main floor laundry, 3 rooms used as bedrooms. Main floor has been remodeled & updated w/newer cabinetry, drywall and electrical. 317 St. Paul St. SW, $40,000 MLS#4034251 Preston 3 bdrm, 3 bath, walkout rambler on 1+ acre, vaulted ceilings, master suite, MF laundry. 3 car detatched insulated, heated garage w/ workshop & 3/4 bath. 420 Parkside Dr. $279,900 MLS#4032983 Preston Great 1 1/2 story 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath and attached 3 season porch. One car detached garage and Flat Lot. $64,900 $59,900 MLS #4031651 Preston 3 bdrm, Rambler, MF Laundr y, Large Garage, low maintenance exterior, Close to swimming pool park and trail. $4K carpet allowance $109,900 $99,900 MLS#4030099 Preston Exceptional 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 story with tons of wood flooring & panel walls, large kitchen with “L” shaped island and informal dining, hot tub room off master brdm. $179,000 MLS #4033170 Harmony 55 1st Ave SE $40,000 MLS#4034244
RichaRd Milne
BRokeR, GRi, aBR Home 507-765-2172 Cell: 507-951-3672 Fax: 507-765-5308 Email: rmilne@centurytel.net daVid Milne 507-696-6730
VeRy seCluded spot Lots of privacy. Twelve year old large modular home on 25 acres. Beautiful country setting. Hunter’s dream area. 40’ x 80’ pole shed of which 40’ is insulated shop. Could be handy man’s dream. Bring horses and four-wheelers, plenty of room and trails. 16165 351st Ave, Harmony. $165,000. Always call Randy Barnes for appointment, 507-251-3271.
d sol
Darr realty lIStINGS! 121 N Elm, Rushford - New listing: Classic home w/
690 Harrison St. Lewiston
Charming home completely remodeled from top to bottom both inside & out. Move right in for $95,000.
hardwood floors, open staircase; new roof, windows, completely remodeled kitchen, large garage & added storage. Fenced yard, 3 br, 2 ba, $129,900
205 Maple St. S., Rushford
Classic home with original woodwork, open staircase, New roof, windows, boiler, water heater and elect. Serv. 3 BR, 2 BA, impressive. $124,900.
116 Money Creek St, Rushford - New listing:
Affordable ranch w/master suite, 3 BA and mn. fl. laund. $59,900 201 Grove St E, Rushford, MN 109 Mill St., Peterson - New listing: Charming 2 Major price reduction: New roof; story home on a huge lot w/3 BR, Completely remodeled kitchen; new 2 BA mainfloor laundry and a large flooring; 3 BR, 2 BA, mainfl. laund. 2+ car att. garage. Open stair case, Close to school & shops. $89,900. updated electrical and windows. $87,500. 30251 Darr Lane, Rushford Beautiful 5 bedroom w/ expansive views of the city. 905 Hillcrest, Rushford Custom cabinetry, hardwood New listing: 3 BR, 3 BA well floors, fireplace & spacious fam. maintained ranch on quiet culLg. master suite. 3 car de-sac w/cen. air, and many heated garage. Plumbed forroom. infloor heat! $215,000. updates. Move right in for 207 Elm St. N, Rushford Successful going auto repair/ $119,900. body shop/sales business & real 445511 Hillview Drive Rushford, MN 3200 sq. ft. home estate: It all goes, including tools on 3 AC close to town. Gas frpl. & equip. Be your own boss. Don’t up & down; hot tub; expansive miss out. $349,900. master suite; wrap around deck w/elegant landscaping; 3 car gar. Build your dream home on & heated work shop. $289,900. 17.5 AC: South of Rushford on BUILDABLE LOT IN RUSHFORD: $29,900. Put up a HWY 43. $89,900. single family or multiunit.
Jeff Darr Cell # 715-495-6948 Jeff@darrauctions.com
CHARMING DOLL HOUSE
$59,900
#4033600
• 1 Bedroom • Main floor living • Garage • Permanent siding • Appliances • New roof • Convenient walk to downtown • 0.22 acre lot • Move-in condition • Immediate possession
CHATFIELD – NEW LISTING - Build your dream home on this 5 acre approved building site tucked in the valley with 429 feet of Root River frontage. Small pasture for the animals, beautiful views of the valley, short drive to town and is suitable for walkout. $59,900 #4037045 CHATFIELD – Fingerson & Donahoe First Subd. Covenant controlled neighborhood with lg cul-de-sac, walk-out lots w/private backyards. Lots starting at $29,900. NEW PRICING AND ADDITIONAL LOTS AVAILABLE! LANESBORO – 1.43 acre building site within city limits. Great views, walkout, city utilities, protective convenants apply. $44,900 #4031256 RACINE – Lyman’s Second Subdivision. Located in newer development on cul-de-sac street with city utilities, choice of builder and covenant controlled. Hurry only 3 lots available. Prices starting at $19,900. ROCHESTER – NEW LISTING – Nice multi-purpose site at the intersection of Hwy. 14 and Cty Rd 19. $39,900 #4036641
START HERE!
$114,900
515 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD
#4036385
• 3 Bedrooms on main floor • Hardwood floors • New windows & exterior doors • Vinyl siding • New furnace, central air and concrete driveway
211 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD
34392 CTY 12, LANESBORO
• Updated 1966 1.5 story • 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Numerous outbuildings
380 MAIN ST NORTH, CHATFIELD
• 2 Bedrooms • Main floor living • New appliances
613 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 3,526 sq. ft.
TOWNHOMES
CHATFIELD ORCHARD RIDGE LOTS –BANK OWNED Townhome lots with private backyards (4 walkout, 2 level). This upscale neighborhood is on a paved dead end road with city utilities. Only $20,000/each.
2 AVE B NE, CHATFIELD
HOUSE FOR SALE or rent in Peterson. 3BR, single car garage. 1BA. Call 507-8752643. e26tfn- o HOUSE FOR SALE: 203 Coffee St. Downtown Lanesboro. 2 bdrm, 1 bath. 507429-5809 or 806-268-0194. e16tfn- o BIG WOODS, TROUT, deer. Buildable 6, 11 or 17 acres, road, survey, electric, telephone. See rogerland.com WI-MN Real Estate. 608-385-8080. e21tfn- o SHOWROOM AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT For sale/lease - former auto dealership with 5,380 sq. ft.; office 12’ 8”,shop 16’ 8” ceiling. Concrete block construction, exhaust system, 2 hoists, wash bay, parts storage, fixtures, some equipment. Value @ $110 - 120K - negotiable – 320/848-2202/2427. MCAN LAKEVIEW HILLTOP FARMETTE $19,900 8 rolling acres w/panoramic views of 2 lakes! Thousand Lakes Realty of Minnesota 866/346-7006 www.1000LakesMN.com MCAN
$149,900
105 5TH ST SW, CHATFIELD
#4035384
• 3 Bedrooms on second level • 2 Baths • Paneled doors • Hardwood floors throughout • Original trim • Built-ins • Crown moldings • Sun room • 3,757 sq ft • 2 Car garage
UPDATED WITH CHARACTER ON 12.69 ACRES
$325,000
$79,900
#4029937
UNIQUE LAYOUT
521 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD
#4027871
$89,900
626 UNION ST NE, CHATFIELD
#4034304
• 2 Plus bedroom • 2 Bath • Large corner lot • Main floor living • Totally updated • All appliances • Move-in condition • CA
$129,900
• 4 Bedroom • 3 Bath • 2 Car garage • 3+ Bedrooms on same level • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage • Numerous updates • Move-in condition • Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout
GREAT LOCATION
• 4 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Storage shed • Large quality windows • Steel siding • Deck • Quiet dead end street close to park SPRAWLING WALKOUT RANCH
225 3RD ST SW, CHATFIELD
$155,900
#4034269
• 3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Solid doors • Hardwood floors • Pocket doors • 9’ Ceilings • Master suite • Granite tops • Newer windows • Fireplace • 2 Car garage • Historic home
$329,900
3+ BEDROOM RANCH home with garage in Wykoff. No smoking or no pets. Available June 1st. Call Fran 507-9513746. r14,21,28,4- o RENT BASED ON INCOME! Efficiency, 1 & 2 bd in Mabel, Harmony & Ostrander. FREE applications & tours! Family & senior rentals. 800-676-6505 www.lifestyleinc.net tdd 507-451-0704. Equal Housing Opportunity. r21,28,4- o
CHARMING STARTER HOME WITH UPDATES
21 GROVE ST NE, CHATFIELD
GREAT STARTER HOME www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
$99,900
#4029199
• 2 Bedrooms • 2 Full Baths • 2 Car Garage (24x28) • 2 City lots • Fireplace • Hardwood floors • Vinyl siding
315 BENCH ST SW, CHATFIELD
$129,900
#4030895
• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Original woodwork • Leaded windows • Paneled doors • Hardwood floors • 2 Enclosed porches • Numerous improvements
616 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD
$169,900
#4034601
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Lg Foyer • Family Rm w/gas fireplace • Vaulted ceilings • Close to HS, new roof, oversized garage
$104,900
#4036176 • 4 Bedrooms • 5 baths • Brick exterior #4031606 116 CENTENNIAL ST E, WYKOFF 222 SILVER ST S, WYKOFF • 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3,085 sq ft • Main floor living • Main floor living • 3’ doors • 9’ Ceilings • 4,784 sq. ft. • 5 Lg bedrooms • Hardwood floors • Main floor living • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • LL Family room • Refinished hardwood floors • New septic • On blacktop • 1.3 acre lot • Private Drive • LL previously used as • Lg lot w/no backyard neighbors • Updated roof & furnace • Roof (09) • Steel siding • 2 Car garage • Several well-kept outbuildings • 2.5 miles from town mother-in-law residence
20602 CTY 2, CHATFIELD
#4033043
2003 CAPE COD ON 8.9 ACRES
5872 65TH AVE SE, ROCHESTER
$269,000
#4037459
• 5 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • Blacktop Rd • Fully finished walkout • Pole Shed • Wrap around deck • Horses Welcome 1977 RANCH STYLE HOME
TOO NEW FOR PHOTO 501 COUNTY ROAD 8, FOUNTAIN
$77,000
135 GOLD ST SOUTH, WYKOFF
$119,900
#4029728
• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Bath • 2 Car garage • New roof • Updated throughout • Original • Gorgeous French Second Empire cottage
TOTALLY UPDATED INSIDE & OUT
NEW PRICE
255 1ST AVE NE, HARMONY
$90,000
#4021335
• 4 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Open layout • 3 Finished levels
104 FILLMORE ST E, WYKOFF
$179,900
#4035598
• 4 Bedroom • 3 Bath • 2 Car gar • Hardwood floors • Paneled doors • Open layout • Basement roughed in for bath & floor heat
VERY RUSTIC WITH OPEN LAYOUT
$159,900
414 COTTAGE GROVE AVE, PRESTON
$109,900
#4034731
• 3 Bedrooms plus 2 dens • Main Fl laundry • Numerous updates, steel siding • Huge 2 car garage, deck movie-in-condition
RANCH WITH EVERYTHING ON MAIN LEVEL
112 UNION ST. NE, CHATFIELD
$139,900
#4036039
• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Main floor laundry • Oversized 2 car garage • Storage shed
19 ACRES WITH ROOT RIVER FRONTAGE
#4025648
• 2 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Wood/vaulted ceilings • 3 Car garage • No backyard neighbors
29692 HARROW RD, CHATFIELD
$214,000
#4037458
• 3 Bedroom • Hobby farm ideal for Horses Remodeled house • Pole shed • Barn
COMMERCIAL
GREAT DOWNTOWN LOCATION!
$30,000 208 ST. PAUL STREET SW, PRESTON #4037339
• Professional office space or retail • Display window • hardwood floors • ½ Bath RETAIL OR OFFICE SPACE
NO WORK NEEDED!
TOTALLY REMODELED INSIDE AND OUT!
www.timdanielson.com
• 2 Bedroom plus LL den • 2 Bath • LL Family room with wood stove,
For more information on these listings and others visit...
NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
729 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD
UPDATED RANCH ON LARGE LOT
$69,900
#4037085
FOR RENT: Preston. 2 BR apt, stove, refridge, A/C, laundry hookups, off street parking. NSNP. 507-467-2941. r14tfn- o
QUIET STREET & PRIVATE BACKYARD
REMARKABLE ORIGINAL WOODWORK
NEW LISTING
1300 CONWAY LANE SE, CHATFIELD
#4036769
STEP BACK INTO TIME
$149,900 317 PROSPECT ST. SE, CHATFIELD #4034111
KENILWORTH APARTMENTS and Sylvan Manor of Lanesboro have apts. for seniors 62+ or handicapped/disabled. Rent based on income. Onsite laundry, large communtiy room and patio for tenant use. Call 507-467-2222 EHO r4tfn- o
CHARACTER GALORE - SUPERIOR MAINTAINED
MOVE-IN CONDITION
14 FILLMORE ST NE, CHATFIELD
Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Do you need storage while in the process of moving? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x
Scenic View TownhomeS • Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms • Attached garages included • Beautiful area • Starting at $505 Income restrictions apply. 507-864-7880 • Rushford, MN www.paramark.us
A Great Read!
NEW LISTING
$129,900
Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 7652131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfn- o
LAKEWOOD SENIOR HOuSINg, 420 Bench St. Chatfield. Easy living...no yard work, no shoveling! For those who are 62 and older, handicapped/disabled. 1-bedroom apts. Heat paid. On-site laundry. Rent based on income. Off-street parking. Call (507) 867-4791.
2 CAR GARAGE + STORAGE SHED
• 2 Bedrooms • 0.52 Acre lot • No backyard neighbors • Updated throughout • Hardwood floors • Gas stove • Permanent siding • New roof • Mature trees
CLASSIC 2-STORY FILLED WITH OLD WORLD CHARM
SOLD
• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 3 Family/living areas • Large lot w/mature trees & private backyard
Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o
Rushford, MN
CD AVAILABLE
LOTS FOR SALE
Immaculate 3 bdrm, 2 bath, Houston. Split foyer, tuck under garage, huge deck. 507-459-6429. Rochester or LaCrosse Craigslist. e30tfn- o
1-800-852-0010
1006 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD
ELCOR Realty Co.
FOR RENT
www.darrrealty.com AFFORDABLE RANCH
E-mail: homes@timdanielson.com www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Phone: 867-9100 Cell: 259-9110
REAL ESTATE
Rodney Darr Cell # 507-951-3843 rod@darrauctions.com
For more inFormation go to www.semnrealtors.org
TIM DANIELSON
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!
Monday, May 21, 2012
$124,900 101 PLEASANT ST EAST, LANESBORO #4034548
• 3 Bedroom • Main floor laundry • Level corner lot • New windows, roof, siding, boiler, water heater • Recently updated kithcen & bath, deck • Patio
65 ACRES • TURN-KEY BEEF SET-UP
218 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD
$49,900
#4029131
• Solid main floor building plus basement • Includes warehouse w/loading dock
GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
REDUCED 100K
150 HWY 30 WEST, CHATFIELD
$549,900
#4026186
• 18 Unit hotel/motel w/Community Room & Banquet Hall • 18,277 sq. ft. under one roof • Includes 3 bdrm, 2 bath home • 3.2 acres COMMERCIAL BUILDING DOWNTOWN
FARM
7189 90TH ST SE, STEWARTVILLE
$750,000
#4036697
• 3 Bedroom • 3 Bath ranch built in 2001 • 31 Aces tillable • Balance in pasture/yard • Heated shop w/bath • 2 pole sheds • 2 Cattle sheds • Calf shed • Just off the blacktop • 15 min to Rochester
212 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD
$64,900
#4027142
• Updated main floor w/1,320 sq ft & bath • 2-1 Bedroom apartment’s w/separated utilities
AUCTION CALENDAR Wed., May 23 - Amish Consignment Auction. Located at Hershberger Metal, 13702 371st Ave., Canton, MN. For more info contact Joe Slaubaugh, 22366 401st Ave., Lanesboro, MN or Dan Hershberger, 13702 371st Ave., Canton, MN. Notice in the Journal. Sat., May 26 - Auto, Farm Related, Toy, Household Auction. Located at Spring Valley Sales Auction Bldg., 412 East Park St, Spring Valley, MN. For more info contact Spring Valley Sales Co. (507)3462183. springvalleysales.com. Notice in the Journal. Wed., June 20 - Consignment Auction. Sale Site: Gehling Implement and Auction Co., Preston, MN. For more info contact Gehling Auction Co. (507)765-2131. www. gehlingauction.com. To list your Auction 507-765-2151
A Great Read!
Main Ave. Harmony
JEM
Call you See e Verifto h t t THEATRE a ies Mov y Mov Tickets ~ $5 Adult • $4 Kids & Seniors ie
GARAGE SALES
26th. 8-12pm. No early sales. g21- x oTo Visit oVisited
35 ARBIVITAS for sale. Call 507-9512018. f14,21,28- o
AUTOS
JD 4200 COMPACT utility 20HP diesel MFWD. 3 PT, LPTO, 1875 hours. $6,850. 320-543-3523. f21,28- x
MeMorial Day 5’s
2001 Buick LeSabre Custom, blue, 142,821 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/locks, p/seat, CD, cassette, air bags $5,999
WANTED
PUBLIC NOTICES
traffic marking bids BIDS CLOSE MAY 31, 2012 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN Notice for Bids-CP 23-12-03, Traffic Marking Application Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the Fillmore County Engineer at the Offices of the Fillmore County Highway Department, until 1:30 p.m. on the 31st day of May, 2012, for the following materials: -Approximately 2,700 gallons, YellowLatex PreMix traffic marking material and application. -Approximately 4,150 gallons, WhiteLatex PreMix traffic marking material and application. Proposals may be obtained at the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston St. NW, Preston, MN 55965. Ph 507-765-3854 Interested bidders shall submit sealed bids on the proposal forms furnished, along with a 5% bid bond. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and/or to waive any irregularities. Dated: May 8, 2012 John M. Grindeland County Engineer Fillmore County, MN Publish 14,21
notice of meeting date change Fillmore Township’s regular June meeting will be held June 12, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. Publish 21,28
Whalan special meeting The city of Whalan will be holding a special council meeting on Monday, May 21 at 5:00pm at City Hall. They will be discussing the garbage contract and the well service fee. Publish 14,21
TERI KLAEHN, CPA I would like to thank the people of Preston and the surrounding areas for allowing me to work with you over the last 4 years.
www.fillmorecountyjournal.com With the sale of my division my
Wanted: Cars, trucks, buses, and semi position has been eliminated but I trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, will be remaining in the area--can't www.fillmorecountyjournal.com MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn- o
go too far when you're married to a farmer! www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Feel free to stay in touch. PO Box 7, Adams, MN 55909 or 507-438-1837. www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Thank you again for your support.
www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
AUTOS
Page 33
PUBLIC NOTICES
THANK YOU
FARM
ESTATE-RUMMAGE: 2060 39th Ave SE, Rochester. Sat., May 26 8am-5pm. Antiques, chairs, dishes, bookshelf, books, stove, fridge, much more. g21- x oTo Visit oVisited
207 South Elm, Rushford, MN • 507-864-7711
2005 Pontiac Grand Am SE, silver, 129,487 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/locks, p/seat, CD, air bags $5,883
PUBLIC NOTICES
COUNTY PROJECTS BIDS CLOSE JUNE 11, 2012 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed Fri. May 25...... . . . . . . . . . 7:30pM bids will be accepted by the County Sat. May 26. . .. ..... . . …. 7:30pM Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Sun. May 27………….. 7:30pM Department, Preston, MN. until 1:30 p.m. Mon. May 28………….. 7:30pM on the 11th day of June, 2012, for the following project(s): S.A.P. 023-625-011; Construct Br Run Time: #23K15, and minor approaches; on 1 Hr. 53 Mins. CSAH 25, located northwest of the City of Peterson, in Section 2, T104N, R9W. PG-13 Major quantities include: PC 10’ x 5’ concrete box, 80 l.f.; ‘special end sections’, Bring your minor approach patching; riprap & turf own bucket establishment tems. Plan and proposal for popcorn & save! price for each project set is $50.00 picked mEn in Black 3 Everyday! up, and $55.00 if sent by US mail. Plans, proposals and specifications 507-886-show(7469) can be examined and obtained from the www.facebook.com/JemTheatre Fillmore County Highway Department, www.jemmovies.com 909 Houston St., Preston, MN 55965, ph #507-765-3854. Requests for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable Bring your own bucket for popcorn and save! to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. SATURDAY, MAY 26TH, 8am-3pm. Bids submitted must be individually 135 2nd Ave. SW, Harmony, MN. Books, sealed, and identified on the outside for clothes, household items, TV’s, stroller, each specific project. A bidder’s bond chairs, tv stand, a little bit of everything! or a certified check in the amount of at Free will donation - All proceeds go to least 5% of the total amount bid and the Sheena’s Soldiers Relay for Life team payable must accompany each bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County. fundraising efforts. g21- x County reserves the right to reject oTo Visit oVisited Fillmore any or all bids. Dated: May 14, 2012 MULTI-FAMILY RUMMAGE sale being John M. Grindeland, County Engineer held at Eagle Cliff Campground (Hwy 16, Fillmore County, MN 3 mi east of Lanesboro) on Saturday, May Publish 21,28,4
AUTOS
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, May 21, 2012
EMS Week • May 20-26
Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-12-312 In Re: Estate of Claus Johnson a/k/a Claus S. Johnson Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS Notice is given that Informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated January 15, 2007. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Wayne L. Johnson, whose address is 701 E. 27th St. S, Newton, IA 50208, to serve as Personal Representative of the estate of the above decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative, and the personal representative is empowered to fully administer the estate, including, after 30 days from the date of the issuance of her letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate, unless objections thereto are filed with the Court (pursuant to Section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders. Notice is further given that all creditors having claims against the said estate are required to present the same to said personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred. Dated: May 14, 2012 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar JAMES D. ATTWOOD Court Administrator Attorney: Dwight D. Luhmann MN # 300238 PO Box 257 Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3862
Call it in!
507-765-2151 800-599-0481
Publish 21,28
Call it in! 800-599-0481 (507 area code)
THANK YOU FAX it in! 507-765-2468
Preston Emergency Service would like to thank our volunteers and their families
www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
2003 Buick Regal LS, white, 140,852 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/ locks, p/seat, CD, air bags $5,444 cars
2010 Chevy Impalia LT, gray, 62,172 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/locks, p/seat, CD, air bags $12,589 2009 Ford Fushion SEL, pearl white, 51,745 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/locks, p/seat, CD, air bags $14,148 2006 Honda Civic EX, black, 41,922 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/locks, CD, air bags $12,222 2004 Olds Alero GL, gray, 98,349 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/locks, p/seat, CD, air bags $7,666 We Feature
1995 Nissan, Ext. Cab 4x4, red, 108,827 mi, air $5,449 trucks
2006 Chevy Equinox LS, red, 77,577 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/locks, CD, air bags $11,456 2004 Ford Ranger, Ext. Cab 4x4, 4 door, green, 85,522 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/ locks, CD, air bags $10,999
vans
2005 Chrysler Town & Country LX, white, 159,691 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win, p/locks, CD, air bags $6,787
CERTIFIED BODY SHOP
DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR Dustin Arndt, Greg Bremseth, Jeff Bennett, e-mail it in! BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE news@fillmorecountyjournal.com Matt Benson, Marti Higgs, David Keene, Doug BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Keene, Tim Kiehne, Deb Lindell, Ruth McGarvey, Taken Care Of. 888-472-9219 (MFPA) Printed with Soy ink Tim Melver, Heath Mensink, Vicki Musel, Jerry CASH FOR CARS: All cars/trucks wantNEED TO THANK SOMEONE? Olson, Kevin Ostern, Call Ryan Quanrud, Stuartor 800ed. Running or not! Top dollar paid. We the Journal at 507-765-2151 come to you! Any make/model. Call for 599-0481 (507 area code) and we’ll take Quanrud, Kurt Reicks, Debyour Ristau, Katie Ristau, instant offer: 800/871-9145 MCAN message over the phone.
Dan Root, SOY INKShirley Shanahan, Gina Shaw, Ron Schreier, Tony Severson, Jayden Wilhelm and Mike Woellert
PRINTED WITH
BR WN
.
Printed on recycled paper
TIRE, BATTERY & TRANSMISSION Hwy. 16 & 43, RUSHFORD, MN 507-864-2969 • 1-888-864-7049
REDUCE • REUSE along with their employers, Fillmore County
PRINTED ON Sheriff’ Department, RECYCLE RECYCLED PAPERs Office, Preston Police
Preston Fire Department and surrounding EMS YOUR COMPLETE FULL SERVICE SHOP • Auto, Truck & Farm Tires for your service to our communities. CALL THE JOURNAL to sell your extra PER • Computerized Alignment O O C stuff! 507-765-2151 or 800-599-0481. • Custom Exhaust REDUCE • REUSE • RECYCLE S • Full Brake Service E R I T • Full Line of Auto Repairs • Transmission RepairsCALL THE JOURNAL to sell your old
Thank You!
vehicle! 507-765-2151 or 800-599-0481 in the 507 area code to list your vehicle. All line ads are seen on our website www.fillmorecountyjournal.com.
✽❆❋❊❉❆❋❉✽❋❉❆ ✿❁✿❁✿❁✿❁✿❁ Need to thank someone? Call us. 507-765-2151
MORE . PAGE .
→
Page 34
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, May 21, 2012
The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week.
EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
PART-TIME DESK PERSON. Has to be flexible. Hours are days, evenings & weekends as needed. Green Gables Inn 507467-2936. h14tfn- o
NOW HIRING: Companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500.00 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 DEPT. MN-485. h7,14,21- x
WANTED: someone who is responsible and detail oriented to clean a whole house rental in Lanesboro. Must know how to deep clean. Able to work weekends. Please call 507-251-0450. h14tfn- o
ON THE CRUNCHY SIDE in Harmony is hiring part-time bartender’s and part-time waitstaff. Wed-Sun, 16-25 hrs per week. Apply in person Wed-Sun, ask for Lisa. h21,28,4,11- o
CITY OF NEW TOWN seeking Water Plant Operator. Mandatory water/sewer operator license. Resume: City of New Town, PO Box 309, New Town, ND 58763. MCAN
SPRING VALLEY SENIOR LIVING is looking for a full-time RN. Position entails a variety of tasks including some Charge Nurse duties. Every other weekend required. If interested please send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: Human Resources, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975, or email hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h14,21- o
ON THE CRUNCHY SIDE in Harmony is hiring kitchen staff/cooks. Part to fulltime positions available, Wed-Sun, morning, afternoon & evening shifts available. Apply in person Wed-Sun, ask for Miles. h21,28,4,11- o
OVER 18? Seeking 1st phenomenal opportunity to earn big $$$? Travel with young successful business group. No experience necessary. Paid training. Transportation/lodging provided. 877/646-5050. MCAN
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO EARN $125 every Friday delivering newspapers to all of the USPS locations in Fillmore County during roughly a 7 - 7.5 hour route? Driver will serve as an independent contractor, not as an employee of the company. Route will start at 8am and should conclude by 3:30pm each Friday. Proof of vehicle insurance and valid driver’s license required. Driver will need their own cargo van or box truck to haul newspapers, and they will be responsible for covering all their own expenses such as gas and vehicle repairs. Candidates must be dependable, guaranteeing deliveries are made every Friday. Call the Fillmore County Journal at 507765-2151 for more details. h21tfn- x
CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRY Coordinator. Part-time to full-time with compensation based on education and experience. Provide a well-balanced ministry program for children and youth that will initiate and nurture a relationship with Jesus Christ. Schedule and coordinate activities and ministry with the Children’s Ministry Team (Pre-school - Elementary) and the Youth Ministry Team (Middle School High School). Performs recruitment, training and organizing of volunteers. Requires two year degree or equivalent experience in childhood development and/or youth ministry. Ability to speak in front of large/ small groups. Knowledge/proficiency in Microsoft Applications, aptitude to learn new software and able to troubleshoot computer problems a plus. Contact Pastor Wane Souhrada, pastor.wane@stewartvilleumc.org (507-533-4625). Stewartville United Methodist Church, Stewartville, MN. Position description available upon request. h21,28- o
REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT: Temporary position available July-October. Call Rushford Dental Clinic. 507-8647773. h30tfn- o
HELP WANTED
Part-time position with full-time potential Office receptionist/data-entry/bookkeeping Accounting background preferred. General Computer skills including Word/Excel a plus. Apply at Drury’s Furniture 100 Main St., Fountain, MN 507-268-4363
BUSINESS OFFICE ASSISTANT Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc. A Senior Living Community
Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc in Chatfield, MN, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced business office professional to join our team. Duties to include Care Center and Assisted Living billing, accounting functions, payables processing, assisting in financial reporting, special projects and other business office related duties. Must have some accounting background. This position will support the Care Center and Assisted Living Business Offices. Applications/Resumes/Questions should be directed to: Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., ATTN: Stacy, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be submitted online at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com (EOE/AA)
Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community
Safe. Secure. Smart Featherlite, Inc., manufacturer of custom order and standard model specialty trailers located in Cresco is seeking motivated individuals to fill the following positions: Seasonal positions available. ASSEMBLERS Successful candidates should possess the ability to assemble products by interpreting print packets and bill of materials, be able to accurately measure components and assemblies, utilize a variety of hand, power, and air tools, and perform repetitive work within set standards. Previous experience is a plus. ASSEMBLY WELDERS Must be able to accurately read and interpret print packets, instructions, and work orders for assigned jobs, and fabricate aluminum and/or steel components, subassemblies or assemblies as required using proper welding techniques. The successful candidates will be able to work with minimal supervision and will be selfmotivated. Previous welding experience is required. Wages are based upon experience. Featherlite offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes health insurance, life and disability insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 125 Plans for Medical and Child Care Reimbursement, 401k, vacation and personal time, holiday pay, prescription safety eyeglasses program and others. If you would like to learn more about the opportunities currently available at Featherlite, please apply at our Cresco facility, 816 7th Street West, anytime between 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Featherlite, Inc. does require pre-employment drug screening.
EOE/M/F/V/D
RESUMES THAT WORK for people on the move! Career Accelerators, Inc. - Call 507-867-3617. h21,28,4,11- o
Seasonal Park/Campground Maintenance Position The City of Lanesboro is accepting applications for a full-time Seasonal Park Maintenance position for the 2012 season. This position will include 40 hours per week and will run from approximately June to October, must be able to work weekends. Applications may be picked up at City Hall at 202 Parkway Avenue South or e-mail Lanes3@acegroup.cc to receive an electronic copy. Applications are due by 4:30, Tuesday, May 22nd. If you have any questions call 507.467.3722.
SEEKING CLASS A CDL drivers to run 14 central states. 2 years over the road experience required. Excellent benefit package. Call 701/221-2465 or 877/472-9534. www.pbtransportation. com MCAN DRIVERS Knight offers hometime choices: Express lanes 7/on-7/off, 14/ on-7/off, Weekly. Full and part-time. Daily pay! CDL-A, 3 months recent experience required 800/414-9569 www. driveknight.com MCAN NEW TO TRUCKING? Your new career starts now! $0 tuition cost. No credit check. Great pay & benefits. Short employment commitment required. Call: 866/561-2354 www.JoinCRST.com MCAN HOPPER COMPANY: New pay package! Sign-on bonus! OTR Drivers: 250,000 miles, 24 years old. Good miles, bonuses & benefits. F&M Transport, West Fargo, ND: 701/282-0476. MCAN SPRING VALLEY SENIOR LIVING is looking for caring individuals for parttime CNA positions. Varying shifts available including every other weekend. Shift and weekend wage differentials offered. To apply send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: Human Resources, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or e-mail hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h21,28- o
Maple Leaf Services, Inc.
Sales Representative Are you creative? The Fillmore County Journal is expanding, which means we need another
100 Main 2 S.E., Preston
paRt-time gRaphic deSigneR versed in the areas of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Starting with a flexible schedule with opportunities for growth into a full-time position. This job will be the right fit for someone with great attention to details, positive customer relations skills and a flair for design. Candidates with experience in web design a plus. Please send a letter of interest and design samples to Publisher, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN, 55965 or email to Positions available editor@fillmorecountyjournal.com.
Part-time
Positions Available in Preston Apply online at mapleleafservices.org or call Cherie at 507-765-2107
EOE
Providing services for people with developmental disabilities for 30+ years!
Harmony House Restaurant
www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
Is seeking individuals to fill waitstaff positions. Must be reliable and hardworking. Apply at Harmony House Restaurant, downtown Harmony. Contact Marilyn at 507-886-4612
Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS
has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals • Part-Time Dietary Aide Evening Shift
(Includes every other weekend and every other Holiday)
• Full-Time Maintenance Assistant M-F (Includes every third weekend)
• Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center
For more information contact Kelly at GSLS PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507/864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Services Creative Christian Living and Human Service
This week’s Sudoku puzzle is located on page 28.
OTR HOPPER COMPANY Owner operators w/own authority to run 42 states and some regional. Home often, good miles/$. F&M Logistics, West Fargo, ND: 701/282-0476. MCAN
Harmony Community Healthcare
Bath Aide - Every other Sat. Part-time LPN On-Call LPN or TMA
Competitive wages, flexible schedule, shift differentials & training available
Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
locally
Call or email for more information Ruth McGarvey, 507-886-6544, ext. 104 rmcgarvey@ harmonycommunityhealth.org
globally
Think and act at the same time, because when you place a classified ad in the Fillmore County Journal, you’ll also get a FREE listing in our classified ads online!!
Place your ad online. Pay for your ad online. Sit back & wait for calls.
Go to www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
Ody’s CouNtry Meats & Catering
Hours: 7:30-5:30 M-F 7-12 SAT
Spring Valley, MN Ph. 507-346-9836
LeRoy, MN Ph. 507-324-5260 e-mail: fsbleroy@smig.net
tim@majortax.com Phone: 507-765-4432
Timothy McLaughlin
ron@majortax.com Phone: 507-765-4444
Ronald Schreier
EBT Customers Welcome
17643 121st Ave. • 4.5 miles South of Spring Valley on Hwy 63 Phone: 507-346-2579 800-660-MEAT
409 Spring Ave. Box 316 Preston, MN 55965
www.fsbminnesota.com
Gehling Auction Co. 507-765-2131 www.gehlingauction.com or email: gehling@gehlingauction.com
Nick Smith Auto Repair
Contact SMG web design for more information 507-765-2704 or 877-282-0647 www.smgwebdesign.com
Full Service & Repair Nick Smith, Owner 106 N. Sheridan St., PO Box 906 Houston, MN 55943 507-896-3731 • Fax 507-896-2589 • Cell 507-458-3998
SMG
Design
Root River Saloon On & Off Sale
112 Coffee St. E. • Lanesboro, MN 507-467-3355 S & A Petroleum - Locally owned and operated
Lanesboro bp Food Shop,100 Sheridan St. on Highway 16 West, Lanesboro mabel bp Food Shop Highway 44 & Locust, Mabel Preston motor mart, Hwy 52 & 16
Web
105 Fillmore St. W., Preston, MN 507-765-2465 55 Center St. W., Harmony, MN 507-886-2225 400 S. Mill St., Rushford, MN 507-864-2878
www.rushfordfoods.com
313 S. Elm, Rushford, MN • 507.864.2757
809 Highway 52 North, Preston, MN 55965
888-378-2896 • 507-765-2533
Located minutes from the root river state and harmony Preston Bike traiLs. 40 Beautifully Decorated Rooms 6 Whirlpool Suites • Indoor Pool and Spa Free Continental Breakfast
www.countrytrailsinn.com
your local advantage
With 210 feet of hose!
We’re #1 in the #2 Business Pumping & Agitating
For Fast Courteous Service • Call 507-352-6790
Preble Farmers Mutual Insurance
507-467-3797
Serving Southeastern MN since 1880 205 Parkway Ave. N., Lanesboro, MN
food DriNks FuN
507-765-2205 • Preston, MN
Fountain Building Center
• Paint • Hardware • Doors • Ceilings • Paneling • Deck Supplies • Lumber • Tools • And much more!
507-268-4343 • Fountain, MN
Proud to be an american
1911- 2011 “100 Years of Making Banking Easy”
507-765-2704 or 877-282-0647 Commercial & Residential Computer Repair, Upgrades & Training www.smgcomputersolutions.com
SMG Computer Solutions
35 W. Center St., Harmony, MN 507-886-6111
Steve & Sherry Hines
S&S automotive/ napa auto Parts
11748 St. Hwy. 43 • Mabel, MN • 507-493-5217
Start Right. Start Here.®
Find the right supplies for your projects, plus expert, local advice.
100 St. Anthony Street N., Preston • 507 765 3823 229 Main St. N., Chatfield • 507 867 1605
Printed by the Fillmore County Journal, May 21, 2012
Harmony State Insurance Group
• Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
www.sweetstop.net
216 St. Paul St., Preston, MN Phone 507-765-3333
Insurance of All Kinds
17 Center Street E, Harmony, MN 55939 Jim Lutes • MN License #20287036 507-886-2100 • Toll Free: 877-385-8837
M-F 7:30 - 7:00
The Sweet Stop & Sandwich Shoppe
110 St Anthony St. S, Preston, MN • 507-765-9956
Call 507-765-2151 136 St. Anthony St., Preston, MN Email - ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com
F & M CoMMunIty Bank
the FoLLowing buSineSSeS encourage you to diSPLay thiS FLag in obServance oF memoriaL day, monday, may 28, 2012
CREAMERY PIZZA & ICE CREAM NORDIC LANES & LOUNGE 407 & 403 S. Mill Street, Rushford, MN 507.864.7214 507.864.7799
Preston Liquor, LLc
Phone - 507-346-7326
811 Hwy. 52 North, Preston, MN PH.507-765-2565
Hours: M-F 7am-7pm • Sat 7am-4pm
Napa auto parts of spriNg valley
1010 N. Broadway • Spring Valley, MN 55975
Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Al Larson & Sons
Preston, MN • 507-765-2405
We do Septic Pumping
First southeast Bank
Canton, MN • Harmony, MN Quality Service with a Personal Touch 24 Hour ATM • 24 Hour Telephone Banking Online Banking: www.firstsoutheastbank.com
STEVENS FORD
NEw & USEd FORd CARS & TRUCkS Sales & Full Service
20 Main St. • Chatfield, MN • 507-867-4800
Apples • RAspbeRRies bluebeRRies • stRAwbeRRies
OPEN 7 Days a WEEk 9am-6:30pm
507- 765-4486 Hwy 52, Preston, MN
10 Year Anniversary
Spring Valley
LLC
Greenhouse & Floral
507-346-7440 720 N. Broadway • Spring Valley, MN
Rushford 864-7771 Houston 896-3127 St. Charles 932-4100 Lewiston 523-2277
Goodview / Winona 452-4241 www.hofffuneral.com
Are you looking for a high quality brochure at the best possible price?
507-398-9115 • dan@perfectglossy.com
wiLLie’S Grocery & Locker
Fountain, MN • 507-268-4488 Willie’s - Summer Sausage • Bologna Brats • Dried Beef • Jerky Custom Slaughter and Processing Willis J. Cambern Owner