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Mr. and Miss Buffalo Bill chosen You choose:

elect or appoint

By K aren R eisner karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Fillmore County commissioners are considering putting two questions on the November ballot to let the people decide. They will consider a resolution for referenda at their June 14 meeting.

The questions could read “Shall the office of auditor/treasurer be appointed rather than elected at the expiration of the current term?” and “Shall the office of recorder be appointed rather than

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Photo by Barb Jeffers River General Store and Scott area parades,” states Lori Bakke

By Barb Jeffers and Karla Strom with PSI, all with the Buffalo Bill Days combarb@fillmorecountyjournal.com of Lanesboro. mittee.

As Buffalo Bill Days in The fifth grade class was invit- “The Buffalo Bill Days Lanesboro, Minn. quickly ed to write an essay about what committee is all about giving approaches, the Buffalo Bill Lanesboro meant to them. It back to the community,” says Days committee decided to was optional to participate and Bakke, and adds, “the commithold an essay contest for the approximately half of the 24 tee thought that the Lanesboro fifth graders at the Lanesboro kids participated. fifth grade class would be a The essays were numbered great age to represent our city, school.

The winners of that con- instead of having names on as they manage the softball contest were announced during them so they could be judged cession stand every year” during an awards ceremony at the anonymously. With many well- the celebration.

Lanesboro school on Thursday, written essays from enthusiastic “The fifth grade class also students, deciding the winners sells soda and water during the June 2, 2016.

The 2016 Miss Buffalo Bill was not an easy task for the parade,” states Bakke, and the is Kaci Ruen, daughter of Nick committee. money raised goes towards their and Trista Ruen. Ruen won a Since the Buffalo Bill Days trip to Eagle Bluff Learning 15” Fuji bike. The 2016 Mr. committee constructed a new Center.

Buffalo Bill is Orion Sass, son Buffalo Bill Days float last year, English teacher Krissy Overof Blaise and Misty Sass. Sass which was sponsored by Mer- land and fifth grade teacher chants Bank of Lanesboro, “The Jody Ruen assisted the Buffalo won a 13” Fuji bike.

The bikes, valued at over committee thought it would be Bill Days committee with the $400 each, were graciously great to have a Mr. and Miss project. donated by Gene, Mary, and Buffalo Bill ride on the float See BUFFALO BILL Page 13  Kirsten Mensing with the Little during our parade and other

elected at the expiration of the current term?”

Should one or both positions be appointed by the county board? If appointed by the county board, the applicants would go through the same hiring process as other county employees.

Since 1973, Minnesota Statutes, section 375A.10 allows “a county to appoint a county auditor, county treasurer, sheriff, or county recorder.”

Why appoint? These positions See ELECT OR APPOINT Page 2 

Preston approves TIF District for B & B Bowl

By K aren R eisner karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Mike Bubany, David Drown & Associates, reviewed the tax increment financing plan for TIF District no. 9 at Preston’s June 6 council meeting. Mayor Kurt Reicks and councilman David Harrison were absent.

Public hearings were held for both the establishment of the new TIF District no. 9 and for the modification of TIF District no. 7, which involves the Gehling and Dairy and Farm redevelopment projects.

TIF District no. 9 will involve three parcels with a current estimated market value of about $262,000. With the planned development of the new B & B Bowl, the property value of the three parcels is expected to go up to $600,000, an increase of $338,100. Without the establishment of the TIF District,

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Paul & Shelly Hanson would not likely rebuild. This development of the property will increase the city’s future tax capacity. The TIF budget will be $284,511, which is to be repaid during the 26-year life of the TIF District. An interest rate of 4% is included.

No comment was made by the public during the hearing. The council approved the establishment of TIF District no. 9, authorization of signatures, and the adoption of the TIF plan.

A modification of TIF District no. 7, the authorization of signatures, and the adoption of the modification plan for the district was approved after a public hearing. There was no comment from the public.

Bubany explained that TIF District no. 7 was created in 2014 See B&B BOWL Page 11 

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Photo submitted As the longest day of the year approaches, plan to celebrate with the Friends of Peterson for a Scandinavian Midsummer Festival!

The Nordic countries don’t let the summer solstice slip by without days of outdoor enjoyment. This glorious time of year the community of Peterson likes to enjoy the outdoors and share the town’s heritage through delicious food, music, art, children’s activities and games, dances, Little League and vintage baseball, an old-fashion parade, jigsaw puzzle contest, gnome scavenger hunt, and more!

This is a family event until evening when the Peterson Legion holds a street dance with the Lost Faculties – a talented band we love in Southeastern Minnesota.

The Legion kicks off the weekend with a dance on Friday night showcasing DJ Spin Drive. Then Saturday morning at 10 a.m., activities begin all up and down Fillmore Street and into the City Park. With the help of the Southeast Minnesota Arts Council, the city has many special things planned for the entire day.

Root River Florist of Rushford is sponsoring a new event loved by girls and women all over Scandinavia – the making and wearing of fresh flower crowns. Saturday evening place them in the refrigerator www.ksmq.org and wear them again on Sunday.

Since Gammel Dag means “good old days,” another new event introduces the traditional and colorful costumes, bunads, of Norway. The styles and needlework vary from region to region, and the Gammel Dag Committee was excited to find several authentic costumes owned by residents and friends of Peterson. At 10:30 these lovely garments will be shown at the bandstand.

Dr. Dusty’s Medicine Show gives a peek at the potions and lotions sold throughout the west when doctors were not in each town. This is an authentic look at the past and begins at 2 p.m. across from the bandstand. It comes complete with wagon, stage, and mix of humor, science, and music and good old fashion fun.

Families or friends should enjoy solving the 500-piece jigsaw puzzle

by working together from 10–11 a.m. in front of city hall. Just $10 for a team of four - all money will be returned as prizes AND you get to keep your puzzle, thanks to Games by James of Rochester!

Another group event may be the gnome scavenger hunt that just needs to be solved before the drawing. Bring your entries to city hall by 4 p.m.! We have great prizes again this year.

The Women’s Circle of Peterson began sewing and quilting together in 1917. Collectible quilts and comforters have been uncovered in attics and lovely old chests and will be showcased all day at Grace Church. One new and one old quilt will be sold through silent auction. Others are there for your enjoyment and to learn about new and old patterns and techniques.

Jake Olson and his family will again emcee and play for us on and off throughout the day.

Other music includes Eden Ehm teaching us about the Hardanger Fiddle, and the Nordic Dancers return to Peterson to perform while people enjoy the famous chicken dinners of Gammel Dag’s history.

In all, 14 Nordic artists will be along Fillmore Street ready to discuss things like wooden spoonmaking using tools of the past, weaving - both wheat and yarn, spinning, kolrosing, Hardanger, basket weaving, rosemaling, sami jewelry construction, wood carving, paper cutting, and woodworking. Sit down and learn to do wheat weaving and kolrosing, or make the flower crowns.

Don’t forget to take your children to the new playground for old-fashion children’s games beginning at 2:30. Gunny sack races are always included, as is Jakes Takes Aim, sponsored by the National Wild Turkey Federation, offering a chance for young people to do a bit of target practice with an air gun under trained, adult supervision.

Finally, for those who love to watch ball games, two different tournaments will take place. Little League begins at 10 a.m., with a trophy being awarded after the games. Vintage Baseball begins at 2:30, using the rules of the 1850s, 1860s, and 1880s. Players are often fined for infractions such as spitting or jeering. The umpire is always right and might even fine the audience, so bring your dimes and quarters.

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require a specific set of skills and knowledge. If they were to be appointed, applicants will have to meet certain educational requirements, like being a certified public accountant for the A/T position.

Right now on the Fillmore County website, there is a job description for an account/technician which could work under the supervision of the A/T. There is a long list of skills and knowledge required. A partial listing includes cost and financial accounting, applicable computer software and networking concepts, computer technology experience, general clerical/office practices and procedures...ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, ability to write reports, ability to calculate figures such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

The recorder also requires a specific skill set and knowledge.

The recorder records all permanent records on real estate transactions, including deeds, mortgages, releases, contract for deeds, mechanic liens, state and federal tax liens and plats of land.

If the people pass these questions in November, I expect a job description will be developed for each position listing specific duties, qualifications, any certificates or licenses required, necessary knowledges, required skills, and so on.

Requirements to file for election for either of these positions include being eligible to vote in Minnesota, must not have filed

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for another office in the upcoming election, must be 21 years of age or more upon assuming office, and must have maintained residence in their district for at least 30 days before the general election. There is no education requirement, no previous experience requirement, and not even a requirement to have the ability to use the applicable computer software.

It is notable that commissioners filing for office also only have to meet the above requirements. To file for county sheriff, the person must also be a licensed peace officer in Minnesota. To file for county attorney, a person must also be licensed to practice law in Minnesota.

Seventy out of the 87 Minnesota counties have made changes in these county offices (recorder and auditor/treasurer).

Seventeen counties have opted to appoint their auditor/treasurer.

Some counties have opted for separate positions for auditor and treasurer. Of those, six appoint their treasurer and seven appoint their auditor. Twenty-eight counties have opted to appoint their recorder. Fifty-three counties elect their A/T. No county has opted to make the Sheriff an appointed position.

There are counties that have held referenda that failed, so changes were not made to the county offices. If a referendum passes to make a position appointed and there comes a time that the county wants to go back to an elected position, that can be done after three years have passed. It can be changed back using the same procedures, a reverse referendum.

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C ommentary What it takes to be an effective citizen

By Lee H. Hamilton It’s so easy in a presidential election year to forget that our system is not about a single person. This year especially, when the dynamics of the presidential contest have dominated news coverage so thoroughly Lee H. that even the Hamilton Senate and House races have largely disappeared from view, the crucial role that citizens play — apart from serving as voters in the presidential drama — isn’t even an afterthought.

Yet effective citizenship is the base on which our representative democracy rests. Our vitality as a country depends on the involvement of millions of people in their neighborhoods and communities, in interest groups and civic organizations, in groups agitating for change and groups defending the status quo.

So just what constitutes effective citizenship? I believe it’s made up of several elements.

First, a confident belief that change is possible — that the country can indeed make progress over time thanks to the efforts both of ordinary people and of political leaders. In his recent speech at Howard University, President Obama noted that by almost every measure, the country has moved forward over the last three decades. The poverty rate is down, as are the rates for crime and for teenage pregnancy. More Americans are getting college degrees, more women are working and earning more money, many cities are far healthier than Editorial Cartoon

they were in the 1980s.

Yes, we’ve got miles to go on many fronts, but on the whole, I’ll take where we stand today over where we stood in the 1980s.

Our system is working better for more people than it did then.

The people who helped make this happen understood two things: that progress was possible, and that it required their efforts.

This might seem too obvious even to say, but those who were most effective had an impact because they had the skills to make a difference.

I’m talking here about the fundamental ability we should all have as citizens to solve problems in a representative democracy that’s filled with people who have different beliefs, perspectives, and experiences. This means knowing how to work together with all kinds of people, being able to find common ground, being forthright about aims and methods, forging connections to key officials and other players who can help advance a cause, building consensus, and communicating ideas effectively.

I use the word “skills”, but in the end, good citizenship is as much about temperament as it is about ability. Mutual respect, tolerance, empathy, civility, humility, honesty, resolve — these are the simple virtues that our nation depends on in its citizens, not because they’re nice to see, but because in a vibrant and diverse democracy they’re crucial for making progress.

So is a willingness to step up to challenges. The people who make a difference in our system are the ones who not only identify a problem, but then plunge into fixing it.

I frequently hear from peo-

ple who are exasperated by the obstacles they have to overcome in order to make a difference: fellow citizens who are ignorant of the system, politicians who are too obtuse or self-interested to see the light, incompetence in the bureaucracy, officials protecting turf.... But here’s the thing: those obstacles will always be there. You just have to keep plugging away at overcoming them, whether by casting an informed ballot, sitting down with — or protesting against — political leaders, or finding the myriad ways you can improve the quality of life for your neighbors and fellow Americans.

You may already have picked up on the final quality that makes for effective citizenship, and it’s a tough one. For the most part, we’re not going to solve our challenges in a single generation. So we have to educate our children and those who come after us in the same skill sets I’ve been talking about.

That’s because, as I said at the start, our representative democracy is not all about the presidency.

We —you, me, and our fellow citizens — are responsible for the future of our neighborhoods and our nation. Unless we all shoulder the obligation to learn the skills we need to shepherd it into the future, and then teach those skills to others, our country and our system will struggle.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

Representing you

By Justin Zmyewski Houston County Commissioner District #2 If you have been in favor of balancing the Houston County budget by cutting spending, I have represented you.

Justin Zmyewski If you have been opposed to increasing the tax levy year after year to cover deficit spending, I have represented you.

If you were opposed to the Wheelage Tax, I have represented you.

If you are opposed to drawing down the county’s fund balance “savings account” to cover deficit spending, I have represented you.

If you are opposed to a multi-million dollar county highway department complex but would be in favor of a modest but efficient maintenance shop to service county highway equipment using no new tax dollars, I have represented you.

If you didn’t want a county

highway shop built behind the Caledonia High School, I have represented you.

If you are in favor of a public comment period at regular board meetings, I have represented you.

If you believe that public participation makes for better decision making, I have represented you.

If you were in favor of term limits for planning and zoning commission members, I have represented you.

If you were opposed to industrial frac sand mining in Houston County, I have represented you.

I stand with passion and conviction, I have only one vote but I do have a voice and I will continue to question our leaders (board members) when I feel you are not being represented, because it’s the right thing to do. I do my homework and when I put an issue out in the showroom it’s because I have plenty in the warehouse to back it. I won’t win all of the time but I am bound to be true all of the time. I will stand by those who are right and stand up to those who are wrong.

Government this week

Read about it

• Monday, June 13, Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5 p.m.

• Monday, June 13, Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Schedule subject to change.

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C ommentary Freedom and responsibility

By Yvonne Nyenhuis A surprising light note surfaced recently, a reference to UFO’s and speculating if there is intelligent life on other planets which prompts the question, “Is there ‘intelligent’ life on this planet?”

Americans Yvonne are being Nyenhuis held hostage by unprecedented political circumstances. What brought us to this point? The answer reduced to the simplest terms, “greed and apathy”.

Human beings are born with free will. Daily we are confronted with the struggle between good and evil, in ourselves and

in others, to a varying degree.

Society is ordered by a set of rules. At the center is the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

We are taught from the time we are born that freedom comes with responsibility. Confusion results when evil masquerades as good.

During the current Presidential campaign the Republicans have demonstrated a proclivity for promoting lies. They have denied that our climate has deteriorated exponentially due to human activity. They call this a “hoax”. By denying the truth they absolve themselves of responsibility.

For fifty years the NRA has been lying to Americans, proclaiming, “The government wants to take away your guns!”

Republicans fervently vow

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Here come the parades

By Jason Sethre; Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com I recently had an interesting conversation with someone who questioned why the Fillmore County Journal participates in parades. “ H o w much money Jason Sethre do you make when you participate in a parade?” they asked.

As I told this person, we don’t participate in parades to make money. We actually spend quite a bit of money. Some years, we’ve participated in upwards of nine parades between May and September.

And, the reason we participate in our local parades is so that we can connect with the community. This presents an opportunity to thank

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our readers as we hand out goodies.

At the recent Trout Days parade in Preston, we handed out jumbosize freeze pops until we ran out and then handed out small U.S. flags.

Sometimes we run out of items to handout, as it is hard to gauge how many people will show up for a parade.

On average, between gas and goodies, I am guessing we spend about $125 per parade. But, quite frankly, we don’t think about the cost involved. We think about all of the people we are going to meet and greet.

Parades are a big deal in our small communities. Whether it’s a church, the fire department or a local business, everyone takes pride in being a part of our communities -- and parades present an opportunity like no other.

A few years ago, for our Visit Bluff Country Magazine, I drove our company van in the Rochesterfest Parade. After that one time, I realized that I didn’t want to participate again. There were so many restrictions relating to how goodies were distributed and I didn’t recognize a lot of people in the crowd like I do when we visit each community in our primary circulation area.

Essentially, that was five hours of my life I won’t get back. And, after I had already considered not participating the next year, they sent me a letter indicating a significant increase in fees to participate in the parade. So, that put an exclamation on my decision!

To sum it up, we don’t make money participating in parades.

But, we do connect with our communities.

So, as the summer chugs along, when you see an opportunity to participate in a parade, either as a floater or a spectator, consider yourself part of something pretty special. You’re a part of a community that has a reason to celebrate!

their devotion to “the Second Amendment” and enthusiastically embrace the NRA. The main concern of the NRA is not our safety. It is a lobby dedicated to opposing regulations of guns and promoting sales for the manufacturers.

The Republican platform calls for making abortion illegal. This is prompted by a sincere desire to protect the life of babies in utero but women’s reproductive health is extremely complex and must be dealt with by women and their doctors and not by legislators. Pro-life advocates call those who disagree with them “baby killers”. In reality, prochoice advocates are not “for” abortion. They are for education and providing the means to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.

Dispensing with the truth opened a path for the ascendance of a “new” kind of presidential candidate. The stage was

set for Donald Trump! He is a con artist and sees campaigning for President as the ultimate game. He enjoys manipulating people like pawns on a chess board. He has dominated the media with an unrelenting bombardment of lies. The bigger the lie, the more fun it is for him watching as his minions flock to support him. His words have no more substance than bubbles that evaporate in the air. His followers are stumbling around in a field of marshmallows. To believe in Donald Trump is to join those who believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus!

While Trump may be the least qualified of any candidate in our countries history, Hillary Clinton might be the most experienced candidate. Serving two terms as a Senator in New York and four years as our Secretary of State has prepared her to deal with problems at home and abroad.

We are grateful to Bernie Sanders who has held up a mirror showing the widening gap between rich and poor. Where as Trump pursues a strategy of divide and conquer turning ethnic and religious groups against each other, Bernie believes our country will be stronger if we absolve our differences and work together. He calls for a political revolution.

He says, “Don’t expect him to change the flaws in our system.”

He is putting the “heavy lifting” on our shoulders. His candidacy is not just about the election.

You who have taken a part in supporting him should not be discouraged. Change generally happens over time. What he has done is make a beginning. Presently we have a government “of the corporations for the corporations”. Bernie’s vision is to insure that a “government of the people, by the people, for the people” will not perish from the earth!

Letter about Jeremy Miller disappointing his district...

To the Editor, Sen. Jeremy Miller has disappointed his district and constituents once again.

According to Jeremy Miller, family members do not deserve time off to care for sick family members. Miller voted against the paid family leave measure, which would have given families precious time off to take care of those near and dear to them.

Jeremy Miller does not get it that families, not politics, deserve the time and attention we can best give them in their time of need is by having paid family leave.

His disappointing voting record keeps racking up poor decisions one after another.

Let’s put families first by supporting change for those who respect paid family leave, not political power.

It is indeed time for change.

Berta Aug Preston, MN

Letter about failed attempts to pass a a bonding bill...

To the Editor, I have followed news of the failed attempts to pass a bonding bill that could have built critical infrastructure projects and created many jobs for Minnesotans.

When work doesn’t get done, words of wisdom from my parents and grandma come to mind.

My sisters and I were raised with those words.

Mom’s “Many hands make light work” taught us teamwork.

Dad’s “Give me reasons, not excuses” taught us to be accountable; his “Finish what you start” taught us to persevere.

Grandma, who left Sweden at 18 for a new life in America, gave us backbone with her “You’ve got to rough it and tough it, and stand on your own two feet.”

Senator Jeremy Miller couldn’t bring himself to give the bonding bill the one vote needed for passage, even though it supported worthy projects including WSU’s Education Village. “We’ll get it done” he said, but May 24’s headline said, “Education Village Abandoned.” People he represents would have benefited from his vote. Talk comes easy, but action is what counts.

Fortunately, Jon Pieper, his opponent in November, gives us a better choice for senator. He’s already been knocking on doors, listening to future constituents. A successful restaurant owner and farmer, he’s got backbone. He will work hard for Minnesota.

He values education. He knows when to act. He’s got my vote.

Karin Worthley Winona, MN

Letter about unnecessary spending on Hillcrest Drive ...

To the Editor, Last fall, the City of Rushford had no plans to do any work on Hillcrest Drive, as there were no problems. Now suddenly, a few months later, Hillcrest Drive is a piece of “Rotten cake” and there are still no problems. How did it get so bad so fast, and there are still no problems. It seems the engineer and the city council wanted to spend more of the taxpayers’ money and Hillcrest Drive was selected, even though there has never been a problem. If it is done, we can expect to get unnecessary special assessments up to $30,000 or more, depending on the size of our lot. What a tragedy.

More than half of the residents are retired and living on a fixed income. Some of the assessments may equal one-fourth or one-third of the value of the home. If the engineer or a city council member lived on Hillcrest, no doubt this would not have been a problem.

I doubt very much if the oath the city council members took when they accepted the office would allow for this kind of reckless spending of taxpayers’ money.

After all, there is responsibility that follows an elected office. This Hillcrest “Rotten cake” is much more serious than thought to be.

Maybe I should contact an attorney so we could find out what is really going on. Think about it.

Bertram Boyum Rushford, MN

Correction In the Monday, June 6, 2016 edition of the Fillmore County Journal, in the front page article titled “Veterans Cemetery Dedication brings about emotions”, it was stated that “A parade of flags by local American Legion posts brought waves of red, white, and blue...” when in actuality, it was both American Legion and VFW posts. We apologize for this error.

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Monday, June 13, 2016

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C ommentary Wykoff News

By Donna Erdman On Wednesday, Diane and Larry Anderson of Ostrander stopped at Goodies & Gas to fill up with gas and supplies for their planned trip with a new boat. Diane stated it was good to be back in Wykoff.

On Friday night at 6 p.m., on KTTC TV news, Wykoff was mentioned again when Randy Brock showed the beautiful lady slippers that had been submitted by Tom and Rosemary Strain.

There was a white peony floral arrangement at St. John’s Church on Sunday in recognition of the June 3 [celebrations] of Virgil and Marva Eickhoff 60th wedding anniversary and also the 65th wedding anniversary of Don and Lila Eickhoff.

John Weiss of the Post-Bulletin was a recent visitor of Maple Springs Campground.

Gloria Blakeslee was a Thursday visitor of Marguerite Peterson.

Bruce Williams returned to Milford, Kans., earlier this week and Stacy, Hailey, and Chloe returned home Sunday.

Becky Schmidt of rural Wykoff started on Thursday with office for the City of Wykoff.

Pastor Mike Hopper of the Fillmore Free Methodist Church was installed as superintendent of the North Central Conference on Saturday at the annual conference meeting in Montello, Wis. On Sunday, John and Margaret

took Bernice Root to the Gateway Inn for her 90th birthday and later, families came from far and near to help her celebrate.

Tammy Kappers, Kim Kaster, and LaDonna Nash left Saturday morning to travel to Minocqua, Wis., to attend the wedding of Megan Nash and Nathan Rudis.

The ceremony and recption was held at the Waters of Minocqua Hotel, where they stayed overnight and returned home on Sunday afternoon.

On Friday afternoon, Connie Krueger of Stewartville came to visit Randy, Wendy, and Bretta Grabau. Connie and Bretta had a sewing kit where they worked together to complete the project on her new sewing machine.

LuAnn Hare recently retired from Chatfield Public Schools, where she had been employed for the past 28 years. LuAnn celebrated with staff at a surprise party at JAC’S restaurant in Chatfield on May 27. LuAnn has no future plans, but will enjoy her time traveling with her husband Lyman, golfing, and camping. She recently was able to present the diploma to her granddaughter Lauren Hare at the Chatfield Public Schools graduation ceremony on June 5, 2016.

Lynn & Joan Kidd had a wonderful two week vacation, May 16-30. It started off with Joan going to her sister’s on Leech Lake and Lynn going to the Spirit of the North resort on Leech Lake with five other guys for the week. Lynn’s

Legislative failure

By Thomas Trehus Spring Grove School Board member and candidate for Minnesota House of Representatives Once again, our state legislators failed to compromise on a transportation plan and a public infrastr ucture bill for our state.

In Houston and Fillmore Counties alone, there are over 50 bridges and Thomas Trehus hundreds of miles of roadways that are in dire need of repair or replacement.

Failing roads and bridges are not only dangerous, they cost individuals hundreds of dollars a year in additional auto repairs. Funding our transportation system should be one of government’s main jobs.

Our legislators also failed to compromise on a public infrastructure package, or bonding bill. This bill could have funded the Lanesboro dam project, the Chatfield Arts Center, a recreational trail through Fillmore County, and several important water quality projects throughout Minnesota. Instead, our legislators punted and left town. It would have created jobs and pro-

vided much important economic development to our region.

I am disappointed in our legislators, especially since they are now passing the blame and calling for a redo special session.

The one positive thing that came out of St. Paul this year was a tax reform bill. Thankfully this was passed without the major corporate tax cuts that were proposed by our state representative in 2015. Instead, it will provide modest, but much needed relief to college students and some farmers. Unfortunately it didn’t tackle the larger issues of state government’s failure to fund our counties, towns, and schools, resulting in higher property taxes. Also, and without much foresight, this tax bill included a $32 million tax cut for tobacco companies, which will turn more of our kids onto cigarettes and tobacco, and cost taxpayers even more in the long run with higher health care costs.

If I am elected to the Minnesota House I will work for better roads and bridges, more property tax relief for local governments and policies that support rural jobs and healthy families.

I would not stand for last minute back room deals that ignore the needs of average working people.

group caught their limit of walleye and had some to take home. This usually doesn’t happen. During that first week, Joan got to go to her nephew’s high school graduation at Walker, Minn., and his open house on Saturday. Also during that first week, on Thursday, Joan’s two nieces from Philadelphia came to Joan’s sister’s to attend the graduation and the wedding. At the end of the first week, Sunday, May 22, their granddaughter Chloe Kidd (Russell’s daughter) got married on the north shore on the beach. The weather was beautiful. The two nieces had never met some of the family, so it was a happy time to get aquainted.

The exciting part of the event was that Joan and the other grandma were bridesmaids and were escorted by their grandsons. After the ceremony, a dinner was served at the Bluefinn Resort on the north shore.

During the second week, Lynn and son Russell and grandson Logan went back to the Spirit of the North resort fishing with good luck.

On May 10, the Wykoff United Methodist women met at the Hillside Apartments in Spring Valley in the afternoon for their monthly meeting. Hostesses were Kathleen Roberts, Edith Christopherson, and Pat Upkte. Dianne Bicknese had the lesson and Carolyn Evers served lunch. It was nice to be able to include these women in our meeting.

On Wednesday, Margaret Cole and Joan Kidd had breakfast at The Old Tyme Cafe in Chatfield.

The food was very good. Some

rumors have been spreading about the cafe that are not true and this has hurt the new owners. If you are in Chatfield, don’t hesitate to eat at The Old Tyme Cafe.

Congratulatfons to all our graduates and also to Cole Beevers, Kathy and Wally’s son on his graduation from Chaska.

There is still time to register for vacation bible school at the Fillmore Free Methodist Church June 13-17. Call Kelli O’Byrne or Joan Kidd for registration forms or go on-line to get them.

On Monday, Joan A. Kidd stopped to visit Geneva Kidd in Spring Valley to show her pictures of the wedding. She was happy for the visit.

The Harman family had 16 guests over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. The whole family went to Lanesboro on Sunday to see Matthias portray a CCC worker and a marathon dancer in the popup history play. The Repps and Benson families came on Memorial Day. We enjoyed water balloons, volleyball, food, BBQ, and good conversations. On Tuesday, the family traveled to Anthon, Iowa (near Sioux City) for the funeral of a family friend, Ron Hayworth.

Julianne Rowe, Lorianne and Janae Kellogg, and Maggie Affeldt hosted a baby shower for Samantha (Affeldt) Goslin on Sunday, June 5 at St. John’s Church in Wykoff.

Richard Gleason family spent four days at White Fish Lake which is near Wirt, Minn.

On Sunday, Nancy Miller of

Eden Prairie, her daughter Erica, and her friend Christina and baby Will came to the home of Bill and Connie Bicknese for lunch and spent the day visiting families and friends.

Mary Sackett and Roxanne Sabatke were tour guides on Sunday at Ed’s Museum, which was a busy and interesting afternoon as guests attended.

Don Mulhern returned to Wykoff after a trip to Costa Rica, where he coached basketball teams against several Costa Rica teams.

On Friday noon, Kathleen Mulhern hosted a luncheon at Margaret’s Tea Room for Judy Clift, (Amy Mulhern’s mother). Those present were Amy, Autumn, and Bernadette Mulhern and Kathleen’s sister, Pat Capek. In the evening, the whole family gathered at The Gateway Inn for supper.

Al and Betty Schmidt attended Kurtis Hershberger’s graduation party at his parents’ home in Fountain on Friday, June 3. (Simon and Mary Hershberger) Betty Schmidt’s daughter, Kellie Kampschroer, came to visit a couple days on vacation.

Kingsland High School Commencement on Friday night in the Spring Valley high school gymnasium was a remarkable event with 45 students that received their diplomas. There were 68 scholarship awards given to 26 students. Former students of St. Johns School in Wykoff, Alex Bradley and Hunter Meisner, plan to attend University of Minnesota Duluth in the fall.

Trehus distorting facts for political purposes

By State Representative Greg Davids I find it highly ironic that Thomas Trehus accuses me of “passing the blame” on the political shenanigans being played by the Twin Cities Democratic leadership he supports, then proceeds to blame me for State nearly every Representative u n re s o l ve d Greg Davids legislative issue since we achieved statehood.

It’s safe to say the very partisan Trehus is distorting facts and conveniently leaving out information in order to influence prospective voters this November, so let’s set the record straight.

Despite his incorrect accusations, Minnesota House and Senate leadership actually did compromise on both a transportation funding and bonding bill on the final day of session. The agreement was to spend $995 million on statewide construction projects, and nearly $700 million in onetime funds on road and bridge needs throughout Minnesota.

The House did its part, passing the legislation with strong bipartisan support. Then with minutes

left in session, Senate Democrats violated the terms of the agreement by amending it to include money for another light rail line in Minneapolis. Not only did Senate Democrats kill the legislation, they later bragged about it on social media. Funny, Trehus failed to mention any of this.

Trehus did appreciate our tax reform legislation, to which I say thank you because I wrote it. The bill provides middle class tax relief to parents, veterans, college students, Main Street business owners, and – as accurately noted in a recent Caledonia Argus article – it also would forgive the remainder of a Caledonia School District loan. Trehus also thinks farmers are being left behind. Apparently he missed the approved provision that gives them significant property tax relief as it relates to school bond levies.

It’s also worth noting that I have never cut Local Government Aid, and that my tax bill also included $20 million a year for counties and another $20 million for LGA increases.

And how did our schools fare over the past two years? K-12 Education now receives more than it ever has in our state’s history, and this includes roughly $600 million in new funding for schools statewide.

Make no mistake, if Trehus and his liberal Twin Cities leaders had their way you’d have seen a 16-cent per gallon gas tax increase; the forced unionization of daycare providers; worsened buffer zone laws that would have invaded and devastated family farms; and billions of dollars wasted on new, and unnecessary, light rail lines in the Metro Area.

My focus has always been to craft and support legislation that will improve the lives of hardworking Minnesotans in Fillmore and Houston counties. Just because someone seeking to hold an elected office tells you otherwise doesn’t make it true.

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Fillmore County Sports Section Golf: Falcon Girls Dynasty

athlete of the week

By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com It is officially a dynasty. Fillmore Central girls golf is the three-peat 1A champion. The Falcons are heading back to the The Trende state meet Report in Becker for a third time. It’s not a huge surprise.

Lane Powell graduated just one off last year’s state Paul Trende runner-up squad. FC’s two-day total (688) bettered second place Caledonia (715). The Falcons led the Warriors by 19 strokes (347 to 366) after 18. Grace Miller spearheaded the charge. The supersophomore is the 2016 Section 1A champion. Miller posted a two-day 156 (78/78), six strokes better than BP’s Taylor Christensen (81/81, 162). Four birdies off-set an eight on hole-14 day one. Miller’s day two featured eleven pars, six bogies, and a double.

Older brother Jordan was the boy’s 1A Section champ in 2014. In third place was Falcon fab-frosh Madison Scheevel (86/82 > 168). She totaled 15 pars and a birdie. Elayna Kiehne (90/91, 181; 6th-tie) and senior Laura Donney (100/90, 190; 10th) finished top ten, followed by Cailey Rindels (93/103, 196; 12th) and Tayah Barnes (98/107, 205, 16th).

Former state qualifiers Kelly Jerviss (107/95, 202, 14th) of Houston, and Madeline Snyder (115/116, 231, 21st) of Lanesboro, missed return trips. Jerviss had the only Eagle of the tourney. Burro Hope Knepper (114/99, 213) finished tied for 17th. R-P’s boys (681) finished third team-wise (BP 657, L-A 663). Senior Kyle Weidemann tied for fifth (81/78, 159).

His 13-par (eight on the first nine holes) day-two secured him a trip to state. Also earning a berth was Kingsland’s Simon Broadwater.

With ten pars and two birdies, the sophomore posted day two’s lowest score (84/75, 159, tied for 5th overall). Lanesboro’s Isaac Bierman (77/84, 161) finished eighth, one stroke off state pace. R-P’s Hayden Stensgard (85/77, 162) tied for second day-two (9th overall). Matson Kiehne (163, 10th) and Delton Sauer (166, 13-tie) paced FC. In Class AA, Chatfield senior Paige Isensee shot a 177 (87/90) to finished 10th overall. She qualified for the state AA meet in Jordan.

Chatfield’s two guy golfers didn’t make it past the first day. All things equal (1A was held at Willow Creek and 1AA at Eastwood), FC’s Miller would’ve tied for second in the 1AA meet.

Lightning and Thunder at Section T/F

The skies were clear. It was a perfect night for the Section 1A track and field event in Triton. Two RPH athletes cracked loudly. Noah Carlson’s lightning struck quick and often. The fast-twitch Phenom three-peated as triple state qualifier.

He four-peated as Triple Jump section champ (46’8 ½”), winning by almost three feet. The meet record, 47’8”, is his. Carlson repeated as Long Jump champ (22’11 ¾”), breaking a meet mark (22’6 ¾”) set in 1976 (Spring Valley’s Mitch Lentz). Noah took second (22.37) in the 200, flip-flopping with PEM’s Tysen Schmidt (22.34) after taking first in the prelims. Carlson is the reigning T-Jump/L-Jump state champ. Teammate Matt Culhane thundered his way through the throw events (1st Discus 168’10”, 1st Shot 53’10 ½”). He’s been top three at state the past two years in Discus. It’s his first Shot bid.

Teammate Trevor Lundberg took second in the Shot (50’04 ¼”) to

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Fillmore Central’s Grace Miller shot a two-day 36-hole 156 to become the Section 1A girl’s golf individual champion. The sophomore, who finished tied for sixth at state last season, led her Falcons to a third state golf meet.

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secure a state birth. He added a fourth in the discus. Older brother Hans was a state Discus entrant in 2012. The RPH boys finish third team-wise. Houston senior Anna Sweet qualified for her third state meet by finishing second in the 100 (13.06). Sweet added a fourth in the 200. LFC track and field boasts two state bound relays. The 4x800 (Maddie Smith, Kiera Olson, Bailey Ruen, Leah Ruen) moved on by taking second. After taking first in the prelims, the 4x400 (Emma Breitsprecher, Ruen’s, Ashley Miner) took third and qualified by standard. Aside from Breitsprecher, it’s the same girls who went to state in Cross Country. Kingsland will have their first state t/f athlete since 2008 (unofficially). Freshman Lauren Buchholtz won the 400-meters (school record). She added a second nod amidst the second place 4x200 (Jordyn Glynn, Emily Hovden, Sydney Bendtsen). Teammate Peter Torkelson goes as the boys 1,600-meter section champ. The junior won the 300-H prelims, but took third in the finals. The girls 4x100 (Luthe, Hovden, Kassidy Kirtz, Bendtsen) took third, Amelia Staat (800) fourth, Luthe (100-H), and the girls 4x400 (Glynn, Buchholtz, Riley Queensland, Staat) fifth.

The GMLOKS girls finished fourth team-wise. For LFC, Breitsprecher (300-H) took third, Michaela Brazee (P-Vault) fourth, Miner (P-Vault), Matt Lutes (3,200), and Treyten Chiglo (P-Vault) fifth.

For RPH, Nicole Blagsvedt (Shot) took fourth and Ashley Agrimson (L-Jump) fifth. Chatfield’s top finisher was the boys 4x400 (3rd – Isaiah Froese, Kevin Bradt, Austin Swancutt, Gage Tuohy). The top two in each event qualify for state (plus those by standard).

Chatfield Baseball Makes Section Final

It’s been an unexpected run.

Middle-seeded Chatfield baseball is living the dream, they made the section title game. The Gophers (5-seed, 11-8) began their second week of play-offs battling Lake City (6-seed, 11-10) for the 1AA East title. Each team scored in the first.

In Lake City’s second, three of the first four Tigers reached on groundball hits. The next three drove in runs (RBI’s on a walk, fielder’s choice, and ground-out) for the 4-1 lead. Chatfield got one back in the third. In the fourth, with one out and runners on first and second, Cole Hines rapped a hard groundball up the middle. It was gloveddown, right at the feet of Tiger shortstop Marc Kjos, who picked it up and turned it into a doubleplay, erasing a major threat. In the sixth, the Gophers got another run back (4-3). They went 1-2-3 in the seventh. Lake City prevailed 4-3 (C: Ben Ihrke 2-3, 2B, RBI, R, SB; Aaron Paulson 2-4, 2 R; Braden Brehmer 2-3, RBI, SB, 7 IP, 7 H, 4 ER, 3 BB, 7 K, Loss; Carter Duxbury 1-3, RBI). No Tiger had more than one hit. Lefty Thomas Lewis (7 IP, 9 H, 3 ER, 0 BB, 4 K) collected the win.

Immediately following the loss,

Chatfield played FC/L (8-seed 10-14), 1AA East runner-up on the line. The Gophers were up against beating a competitive rival (two earlier games were both onerun wins) for a third time, right after a loss, and two days after last beating the Falcons. The game ended with a Riley putting a cap on a “Really?” memorable clash.

The Falcons put four up in the first (Sam Rustad 2-run single, Justin Ristau 2-run double). But four runs wasn’t hardly going to do it.

Chatfield replied with a four-run first (Riley Ahern 3-run two-out double). FCL came back with a 3-run second. Chatfield rallied with a 4-run bottom (Ihrke 2-run triple). The Gophers took an 8-7 lead after two! FC/L got five in the third (Sam Peters 2-run single, Riley Means 2-run double) to go up 12-8. Brian Baum and Keith Larson were looking for pitcher’s to get outs in any kind of succession!

Ahern came in for Chatfield in the third, and set down twelve straight (with asterisks). In the bottom of the third, a one-two-three inning! The Gophers opened the fourth with four straight hits, plating three, to close to down 12-11. In the fifth, a Duxbury 2-run double grabbed the Gophers their second lead, 13-12.

Then the first big asterisk. FC/L put two on with no outs in the sixth. A Falcon sac bunt attempt powered straight to Ahern on the mound. He tossed to second to double off one runner. Brehmer fired to Hines at first to double off a second. It was the ever routine high school triple play! And the Gophers were pumped. They were three outs away. But in the FC/L seventh, Falcon junior Cole Schwichtenberg blasted a 2-run HR over the short left-field fence. Up 14-13, FC/L was pumped. They need three outs. In Chat’s bottom, a single, wild pitch, and sacrifice led to the weirdest way to tie a game.

Duxbury popped out to FC/L catcher Walker Ward, who made a great sliding play just in front of the Falcon’s dug-out (second out). His momentum carried him into the walk-out. By rule, Aaron Paulson was allowed to score from third. The game went to extras tied at 14! FC/L got their first two runners on in the eighth, to second and third no less. Brehmer, who pitched seven innings versus Lake City, set down three straight to

end the jam. Things were finally fittingly ended fantastically. On a three-one-count, the left-handed batting Ahern ripped a shot down the right-field line. It was just fair; the ever routine high school eighth-inning walk-off home run!

Chatfield, coming back from being down four times total, three by three-plus runs, prevailed 15-14 to move on to the Section Final Four.

Both teams had second-best seasonal offensive showings (C: Ahern 2-4, 2B, GW-HR (3), 5 RBI, R, 4 2/3 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 2 BB, ND; Ihrke 3-5, 3B, 3 RBI, R; Aguiar 3-3, 4 R; Brehmer 2-4, 2 RBI, R, 1 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 2 K, Win; Duxbury 2-4, 2B, 2 RBI, 3 R; Paulson 2-4, 3 R. FCL: Rustad 3-3, 2B, 3 RBI, 2 R; Peters 3-4, 2B, 2 RBI, 3 R; Ward 2-5, 2B, RBI; Schwichtenberg HR (3), 2 RBI, R, Loss; Collin Scott 3 R; Ristau 2B, 2 RBI). The Falcons season ends at 10-15. They won seven of their last nine (both losses to Gophers). They have only three seniors.

Chatfield moved on to a matchup with bigger up-start, 1AA West runner-up Dover-Eyota (5-seed, 8-15). The Eagles scored two in the first, but Chatfield answered with three of their own, Nick Maki’s two-out 2-run single the big blow. From there, plays on the bases nearly all went Chatfield’s way. Five Eagle runners were cut down stealing or moving about.

The Gophers would lead 3-2, 4-2, 4-3, and finally 5-3 to move on the section final three (Brehmer 7 IP, 8 H, 3 R, 1 ER, 5 K, 3 BB, Win; Ahern 2-2, RBI, R; Maki 2-3, 2 RBI, SB; Duxbury 2-3, RBI, R). The Gophers began a game with Lake City again on Saturday (up 1-0). A deluge caused a postponement. On Monday, Chatfield prevailed 4-0 to move on to their second sectional final in three years (to be continued)

Hot Shots Chatfield softball fell to Pine Island (1AA West 2-seed, 18-5) 5-1 in the sectional “Final Four”.

The Panthers plated four runs in the bottom of the sixth to break a 1-1 tie. Sophomore pitcher Bridgett Kennedy (7 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 7 K, 0 BB, Win) controlled things from the mound. Megan LaPlante’s solo homer was Chatfield’s only run and one of just four hits. The Gophers end at 18-5.

Fillmore Central gal golfers Grace Miller (front left) and Laura Donney (front right) hold the 1A Section championship trophy. Teammates (left to right) Cailey Rindels, Madison Scheevel, Tayah Barnes, Elayna Kiehne, and coaches Lane Powell and Aaron Mensink are going back to state.

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Chatfield softball put together another excellent season in 2016. Behind coaches Jeff Johnson and Mark Eickhoff, the Gophers went 18-5. Chatfield won 9-straight at one point, and 15 of 16. They repeated as TRC West Champs, their fourth division title in five years. Despite a move from Class A to AA, they grabbed the 1AA East runner-up spot and moved on to Austin for the fourth time in five years. Unofficially, they hit 16 home runs (Belle Berg 5, Sydney Gould 3, Carissa Campbell 3, Hailee Stock 2, Megan LaPlante 2, Britney Fretland) while 8th grade pitcher Lexi Chase went 13-1. The squad boasted four seniors (LaPlante, Gould, Hailee Stock, Kaylie Bernard), some very talented younger players including a pair of 8th grader pitchers, and a little bit of everything in between. Of the graduating seniors is five-year starter LaPlante, who saw Austin four times, and was a part of four TRC division titles, three sub-section runner-ups, a sub-section championship, and two section runner-up squads. From the hot corner, she played in a program that went 91-30 those five years.

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Back Row (L to R): Assistant Coach Tom Bance, Head Coach Brian Baum, Noah Brogan, Andrew Gathje, Austin Hines, Riley Ahern, Cole Hines, Carter Duxbury, Colton McGraw, Conner Demorest, Bennett Gathje, Assistant Coach Craig Ihrke. Middle Row (L to R ): Seth Allen, Adam Clemens, Tristin Aguiar, Spencer Mandt, Aaron Paulson, Jake Mandt, Jacob Gillespie, Nick Maki, Ben Ihrke, Manager Pat Walsh. Front Row (L to R): Braden Brehmer, Drew Irish.

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One could call them up-starts. In a year where they went from Class A to AA, and nothing was certain in the playoffs, Gopher baseball, as a 5-seed, kept “hitting a little’”and “pitching a little” all the away all the way to the section finals. Behind coaches Brian Baum, Craig Ihrke, and Tom Bance, plus a group of eleven seniors who were sophomores when the Gophers took third at state in 2014, Chatfield (1410) started slow (3-5) but finished strong (11-5). It almost didn’t happen, as one bases loaded seventh inning hit by La Crescent could’ve ended things in the quarterfinals.

Chatfield made the most of the ensuing opportunity. The season featured four extra innings games, eight one-run games, and both; the unforgettable 15-14, Riley Ahern walk-off home run, win over Fillmore Central/Lanesboro in the play-offs. They got gutty pitching performances from Braden Brehmer, Tristin Aguiar, and Ahern, and timely hits up-and-down the line-up, plus some solid defense. The “Never twice!” seniors went out grabbing hardware-timestwo, winning 9 of 12. They wrote another chapter in the strong history of Gopher baseball.

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Obituaries Dorothy Alice Schultz Dorothy Alice Schultz, age 94, of Rushford, Minn., passed away peacefully on May 27, 2016, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home where she had been a resident for the past two years.

Dorothy was born Dorothy Alice Schultz in Bayport, Minn., on April 3, 1922, to George and Ola Mae (Smith) Damewood. At the age of 16 her family moved to Coffeeville, Kans., where she resided until moving to Preston, Minn., where she would meet her future husband Paul by answering an ad in the “Lonely Hearts Club” magazine.

Dorothy and Paul Schultz were united in marriage in January of 1943. They resided on a farm just outside Preston, where the first two of seven children were born. In 1945, they moved to the family farm near Highland, where she worked beside Paul helping out with their daily chores. In 1987, Dorothy and Paul moved to Canton, where Paul passed away in September of 1996. Dorothy then moved to Rushford in May of 2010.

Dorothy loved to fish, sew and especially cook Sunday dinner for her family. Getting in the car and just traveling was especially satisfying. She always looked forward to the trips to Canada to visit Rita and Lee, where they would take her fishing. One of her fondest memories was when she and Paul took a round trip grain tour of the Western U.S. and back to Minnesota. Dorothy always liked to tease and “pick” on the staff at the Good Shepard Lutheran Home.

Dorothy is survived by son, Frebert “Bud” of Pepin, Wis.; daughters Judy (Wes) Harding of Lanesboro and Lila (Don) Bunke of Rushford; sons, Paul (Bonnie) of Plainview and Roy (Sue) of Rushford; daughter,

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Rita (Lee) Cryderman of Renwer, Manitoba, Canada; sonin-law, Richard Cook of Portageville, Ark.; sisters Sondra and Patricia; 20 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; four greatgreat-grandchildren; brothers-inlaw Phillip (Virginia) Schultz of Remer and Keneth (Mercedes) Schultz of Wykoff; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, husband Paul; daughter Evelyn Cook; brothers Donald, Dewey, and Charles; daughter-in-law Karen Schultz; grandsons Wade Harding and Kerry Schultz.

The funeral was held 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2016, at the Thauwald Funeral Home in Preston, with Rev. Harold Hintzman officiating. Burial took place in the Greenwood Cemetery in Preston. Friends called at the funeral home in Preston from noon until the time of service on Wednesday.

Memorials are preferred to the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home of Rushford.

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and all animals. He hauled milk for the Spring Valley Creamery and hauled livestock to various sales barns in the area.

He worked for Libby’s in Rochester for 10 years and also delivered the Post Bulle- Howard J. tin to rural McFarland c u s t om e r s .

He loved to crochet and won many ribbons at various fairs around Minnesota. As his health declined, he moved to the assisted living facility in Preston, and then to Green Lea Manor in Mabel, where he passed away.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Ellsworth; and a sister, Iona.

He is survived by a nephew, Peter (Kristy) McFarland of Owatonna; two nieces: Pat Rush of Madison, Wis.; and Jane Benson of La Crosse, Wisconsin; five great-nieces, and many great-great-nephews and nieces.

Visitation was held from 1-3 Howard J. McFarland p.m. on Thursday, June 9, 2016 Howard J. McFarland, age 81, at Hindt Funeral Home Spring of Spring Valley, passed away Valley, Minn., with private famon Monday June 6, 2016 at ily burial following. the Green Lea Manor in Mabel, Online condolences may be Minn., where he had resided for left at www.hindtfuneralhomes. a short time. com.

Howard was a lifelong resident of Spring Valley, Minn.

Violet Elaine Bicknese He was born July 25, 1934 the Violet Elaine Bicknese (Subra) son of Worth and Inez (Ingals) passed peacefully June 7, 2016 McFarland. Howard was a farm- at Chosen Valley Care Cener earlier in life, loved horses ter in Chatfield, Minn.; where she had courageously battled Alzheimer’s for years. Violet was born September 15, 1932

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to Lucy and Everett Subra. On June 30, 1950 she married Gerald Albert Bicknese of Chatfield after graduating high s c h o o l there.

It was in rural Chatf ield that Gerald and Violet went on to Violet Elaine farm for over Bicknese 40 years.

Violet was active in St. Paul’s Lutheran church in Chatfield.

She moved to Hudson, Wis., from 2002-2010 after her husband Gerald passed away, and there she touched many lives at Trinity Lutheran before returning back to Chatfield.

Violet will be remembered for her love of flowers and birds, quick wit, spunkiness, and always finding the positive in others. She had a strong work ethic, and her faith gave resilience in dealing with life’s challenges. She was a loving wife, mom, and grandmother.

She is survived by her children Dianne Brummond of Bloomington, Minn.; Duane (Carolyn) Bicknese and Donald (Julie) Bicknese, both of Chatfield, Minn.; and Jeanette (Michael) Kunz of Hudson, Wis.; grandchildren Kyle Brummond, Eric (Briana) and Brian (Angie) Bicknese, Andrea (Adam) Eickhoff, Jeremiah and Ben Bicknese, Amira Tobasi, and Alex Kunz; eight greatgrandchildren, and siblings Irene Thompson and Doris Callahan of Albert Lea, LaVonne (George) Hermann of Roches-

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to assist the Gehling and Dairy and Farm projects. Modifications of a TIF plan can be made in the first five years of the TIF District. The projected values of the two developments are higher than earlier estimates, so the amount budgeted (in the TIF budget) is not sufficient.

The total increase in market value of the properties is expected to be $1.5 million.

The modified TIF budget of $1,025,114 (the original budget was $642,000) will be repaid over the life of the TIF District.

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2015 audit Pam Ristau, CPA, reviewed the 2015 audit. She issued an unqualified, clean opinion for the city of Preston. The governmental fund balance decreased by $236,675. Overall enterprise funds including Preston Public Utilities increased by $160,441.

In 2015, the 2014 street improvement project was completed, including streets, water and sewer improvements. These improvements increased the city’s assets.

New reporting standards (Governmental Accounting Standards Board/GASB 67 & GASB 68) require the city to report its share of the “net pension liability”. Ristau noted the liability has always been there, but hadn’t been reported. City Administrator Joe Hoffman explained that the liability will change year to year but has no impact on the budget.

The city’s General Fund unassigned fund balance as of December 31, 2015 was $749,876, or 73% of general fund operational expenditures for 2015.

The 2015 audit as presented was accepted.

Other business in brief

• A request was made by Paul and Shelly Hanson to add a third access off of Houston St. for the B & B Bowl. The council granted the additional access. The specifications of a Houston St. access are to be determined by the city engineer, MnDot, and the police department.

• Rick and Sue Grooters have plans to convert their twinhome at 508 Chatfield Ave. NW to a single family home.

With that transition they want to build a 6 foot x 14 foot open air covered porch on the front of the home. This will require a variance. The ordinance requires a 20-foot setback from the property line.

The porch will be six foot in depth and will be only four feet from the property line.

Planning and Zoning has held a public hearing. There was no opposition to the requested variance. The unusually large variance was acceptable because of a minimal buildable area due to the location of the property on a steep hillside. The variance was approved.

• Hoffman reported that all work is complete on the North Industrial Park Pond. A motion was approved to close out the project and to make the final payments. A-1 Excavating, Inc. will be paid $50,196.85. A payment in the amount of $15,340 will be made to TLC Excavating, Inc. for the modifications made to the pond. The total cost to create the pond including modifications was less than the original contract projected cost of $813,271.

• A dinner at the Preston Emergency Service Building on Wednesday, June 15, at 6:30 p.m., will be posted as a public meeting.

• The list of election judges for primary and general elections was approved as submitted.

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Fillmore County Church Directory Christ Lutheran Church...……………..……..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Elstad Lutheran Church...………………….....….Sundays - 10 :30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..………………….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.…..... Sat. - 5 :30pm & Sun. - 9: 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 St. Columban Church.…..…………………...……..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…..................................Sundays - 8 : 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148

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Mabel business owner questions sidewalk ordinance

By Hannah Wingert “I’m going to try to get along with you even though I feel attacked,” said Debbie Marsden at the June 8 Mabel City Council meeting. Marsden, a Mabel resident and owner of Debbie’s Corner, was recently hand delivered a letter and copy of the city ordinances regarding obstruction and encumberment of city sidewalks by Mayor Jim Westby and was concerned that she had been singled out.

Councilman Terry Torkelson pointed out that Mayor Westby was acting as a representative of the city, and that the delivery was in no way a personal attack. “The real issue here is that there’s a city ordinance that doesn’t allow things to be put out on the sidewalk.”

Torkelson said.

“Why didn’t the rest of us (on the council) know about it and discuss it beforehand?” asked councilwoman Laura St. Mary. Mayor Westby replied that, being the Mayor, he’s usually the first one to receive complaints from Mabel residents. When he receives a complaint, he reviews the ordinance regarding the matter before discussing it and determining a plan of action with City Clerk Karen Larson.

“I don’t have a problem with things being out on the sidewalk during business hours, just not 24/7,” Mayor Westby said in response to Marsden’s concerns. “I want to keep this town neat and clean, and I want it to have a reputation of being neat and clean.”

“There’s nothing in the ordinance that says anything about day or night.” St. Mary pointed out. “If it doesn’t obstruct the sidewalk during the day, it doesn’t obstruct at night either.” Mayor Westby replied that in that case, the ordinance would need to be re-written and clarified. He will send it to the Minnesota League of Small Cities to see what other towns have done regarding their sidewalk ordinances.

Mabel business owner LeAnn Jevne said that she had also received a letter with a copy of the ordinances even though her sandwich sign is only out during business hours.

“My stuff is against the wall of my shop and not obstructing the sidewalk,” said Marsden, pointing out that it is possible for two or three people to walk abreast outside of her shop, even when she has some of her merchandise out front.

She informed the council that having her things out on the sidewalk for display has helped her sell more. She also carries insurance that would cover her if someone were to trip on something and injure themselves, so the city would not be liable.

“I want Mabel to survive. We

need to be positive, welcoming, and give incentives so that people will want to live here,” Marsden said. She said that she’s received comments from other Mabel residents thanking her for keeping another building on Main Street from sitting empty by having her store there. “If someone has a problem with my stuff being on the sidewalk, they can come talk to me,” she said.

Mayor Westby concluded the discussion by asking Marsden to push the long boxes she has sitting on the corner of the sidewalk closer to her building so that people coming around the corner don’t trip on them.

He also asked her to secure the items that are on the sidewalk so nothing blows into the street. Marsden agreed to work on that and thanked the council for listening to her concerns.

Sunshine Norby asked if the competitive cheer squad she leads could rent the community center three times a week from April to February for practices. As the squad is on a restricted budget, she also asked if a discount could be granted. The council considered her request, but with how often the community center is rented out, they were unable to approve it. However, they did indicate a willingness to help her come up with other options for a location to hold the practices.

Fire Department Chief Oral Tollefson asked for and was granted the council’s permission for the fire department to purchase a 2010 mini pumper from St. Louis Park and a Jaws of Life. The council also approved the addition of Bob Miereau to the fire department.

Lynn Rostad-Anderson, owner of the Turquoise Tomato, asked whether the city had ever considered putting up a billboard advertising Mabel businesses on Highway 44 to draw people into Mabel.

Mayor Westby informed her that the Department of Transportation controls the property along the highway and doesn’t allow signage to be put up without a license, but he had been looking into getting a digital sign that could be put on city property near the highway. The cost is significant though so there are no plans to purchase one at this time.

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Mayor Westby showed several samples of house number plaques to the council.

The council had previously discussed requiring uniform house numbers to be put on each house in Mabel. The city plans to cover the cost of the numbers, but homeowners will be responsible for hanging them. It is important to have all homes clearly marked with their numbers for First Responders. A public hearing will be held at the July 13 city council meeting.

The council reviewed and rejected two bids for the purchase of the city’s plow truck.

A zoning permit request from Taylor Marsden for the installation of a privacy fence was approved pending inspection

by City Maintenance Director Bob Miereau.

Several Mabel residents were sent letters asking them to clean up their yards last year and were recently sent letters again since they hadn’t complied yet. They were invited to attend the meeting to speak with the council about their city ordinance violations, but did not show up. “We really try to work with the residents.” said City Clerk Karen Larson.

“But there’s not much we can do if they don’t communicate with us.” The council decided to make lists of what need to be done on the properties to clean them up and set a deadline of July 12. Legal action will be taken at that time if the work is not done. “This has been going on for over a year.” Mayor Westby pointed out. “It’s time to get it taken care of.”

The EDA was able to close on their white shed on June 2.

Mabel Lumber LLC purchased the building and will be running their company from it.

Mayor Westby read a letter of resolution from the First District American Legion, thanking the city for its hospitality during the Legion Ride last year. They deemed the stop in Mabel a “great success” and are planning to make it a stop on the ride again this year.

Councilwoman Kirsten Wyffels thanked the city for allowing Winnishiek Medical Center to hold the clinic in the community center during its renovations. She said that they received many compliments on the community center from patients who had never been in the building before.

The next meeting will be held on July 13 at 7 p.m. and will include a public hearing to discuss the house number plaques.

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“I can’t afford the sewer rates.” an Ostrander citizen, who asked not to be named, told the city council at their June 7 meeting.

“I believe that they’re too high.”

She went on to say that she had looked at sewer rates for other towns in the area and had found Ostrander’s to be one of the highest. She was at the meeting that night to gather information on the proposed sewer system project versus individualized septic systems, believing the latter to be a more cost effective option for residents of Ostrander.

“My sisters in the Twin Cities don’t pay this much for sewer,” the resident pointed out. “The water rates are acceptable, but the sewer rates are too high.” She would like to see all the citizens of Ostrander aware of every option and alternative before the project to update the water and sewer system has begun.

Council member Heidi Jones assured her that they had thoroughly gone through every option. “The council before us did not set the rates high enough to put money away for future projects like this one ,which is why we’re currently in this mess,” council member DJ Start pointed out. Brian Malm from Bolton and Menk noted that the current rates are based on what the Federal Government says they should be. If the city were to lower the rates now, they would not qualify for the grants to assist with the water and sewer updates.

The resident had recently read a 120 page study put out by the University of Minnesota discussing sewage and wastewater treatment plants in small cities. Malm said he was very familiar with the study, and that it is geared toward small cities that don’t have a sewer collection and wastewater treatment plant already in place like Ostrander does. For those municipalities, individual septic systems are an option, but they are not for Ostrander. The lots in town are not big enough for septic systems, and the city has an ordinance in place (ordinance

from constructing or maintaining septic tanks on their property.

“Fountain is twice as big as Ostrander, and they’re in the red with their wastewater treatment plant,” she noted, asking how Ostrander will be able to pay for a wastewater treatment plant if a city larger than them can’t financially handle a new wastewater treatment plant. Jones pointed out that the wastewater treatment plant in Ostrander doesn’t need updating, as it is only about 15-years-old and is not part of the project. “It’s the water and sewer pipes that are past due,” Jones said. The current system is 80-years-old and desperately in need of updating. If it is not done soon, the state will shut down the city’s sewer and water systems and leave the city without water.

The resident asked whether the former city council had considered the option of allowing individualized septic systems in lieu of building the wastewater treatment plant 15 years ago.

Malm assured her that the state would have required them to consider all options before deciding on one. “I would be more than happy to meet with you to go over any other questions you might have,” Malm offered the resident, which she accepted.

The council thanked the resident for her comments and invited her to attend the next city council meeting to learn more. “We respect your opinion, but we’re beyond the point of changing the project now,” Start said, adding that as soon as the grants come in, the project will begin. Acting Mayor Pam Kunert recommended that the resident speak to Planning and Zoning Administrator Cristal Adkins and also talk to Fillmore County to see about getting financial assistance for utility bills.

City Maintenance worker Dustin Tart mentioned that some of the garbage pails at the city park are cracked and could

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Police Chief Tom Mosher told the council that he had received a request from someone asking him to pull him over for a traffic stop at which point he would surprise his girlfriend with a marriage proposal. “I don’t think I’ve ever had someone ask me to pull them over before,” Chief Mosher said with a smile. The proposal caught the attention of several media outlets which ran the story.

With all the bad press the police have received across the country lately, Chief Mosher felt that the proposal helped focus some good attention on them instead.

Chief Mosher gave a quote of approximately $370 for 12 new street signs to replace the ones that have faded. The council approved a motion to replace the signs, noting that while residents may not need street signs to get around town, they’re still important for EMTs and first responders.

Malm informed the council that they’ve hit two roadblocks in the sewer and water project. The first is that the water tower is currently being considered for the National Register of Historic Places by the government. The city does not believe that the tower has historical value, but cannot move ahead with the project until it has been deemed non-historical. The process for historical determination is a detailed and lengthy one that goes through several departments all the way to Washington D.C. Malm offered to draft a letter to the Minnesota congressmen to ask for help in getting through the process faster so work on the project can begin.

The second roadblock for the project is that the funding for the 5.5 million in grant money needed by the City of Ostrander has not been designated yet.

Some of the money will be coming from state sources and some from Rural Development. Rural Development cannot determine how much they have in funds and where it will be allotted until legislature passes a bonding bill.

Malm recommended that the council members call Governor Dayton and ask him to push the bill through, being sure to tell him why it’s so important to the city.

The council reviewed several bids for the Community Center roofing project and accepted bids from Jacobson’s for the gutters and Jimmy Olson for the shingles and roofing.

A resolution was passed to support endorsing the establishment of the Fillmore County Broadband Alliance. The initiative will not cost the city anything and is only a request to join the coalition to gather together as many stakeholders as possible. This will give the county a better shot at receiving grants to bring high speed internet across the whole of Fillmore County.

The next meeting of the Ostrander City Council will be on July 5 at 6 p.m.

LANESBORO, MN – The annual Art in the Park Father’s Day festival returns for its 36th year on Sunday, June 19, 2016, in Lanesboro’s Sylvan Park, with 90-plus fine art and craft booths and live music by Pushing Chain, Driftwood Bones, The Coteries, and The Homestead Act. The focal point of Art in the Park is, of course, the art! Fine art and fine craft artist booths encircle Sylvan Park underneath canopies of shade, featuring a wide variety of artist-made work by artists from the tri-state region. There will be paintings, photography, fine jewelry, textile rugs and quilts, fish leather fashion accessories, varied fabric creations, stained glass, blown and fused glass sculptures, artworks utilizing reclaimed wood, artisan soap, ceramics, metalwork, hand-sculpted birdbaths, and whimsical yard/garden art, and more.

Lanesboro Arts is presenting four talented musical acts this year, as well as wandering midday appearances by the Minnesota Traditional Morris (MTM) dancers.

Regulars at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and other summer events, Based in the Twin Cities, MTM is a men’s English folk dance team that perform regularly at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and other summer events in Minnesota. There will also be head-in-the-hole photo stand-in of Thing 1 and Thing 2 from the Lanesboro Community Theater’s upcoming production of “Seussical the Musical”.

Starting off the day at 10 a.m. is The Homestead Act, a new folkrock and Americana project featuring Michelle Lynn and Adam

Ptacek. This Decorah, Iowa, based duo have recently developed a thematic collection of original songs that blend their own unique personal experiences and sense of humor with obscure non-fictional stories, locations, and people from the Civil War and the Gilded Age of the late 1800s and early 1900s that don’t often make their way into traditional history class.

Taking the gazebo stage at 11:45 a.m. is Driftwood Bones, a charming and charismatic group of Winona natives that perform refreshingly original tunes featuring ukulele, piano, electric guitar, banjo, and dueling male-female vocals. Since forming in 2013, this six-piece of Luther undergrads has developed a pianodriven, Americana and folk rock sound with catchy and soaring indie-pop harmonies.

Performing at 1:30 p.m. is The Coteries, a female fronted South Orange, N.J.-based acoustic trio that play bluesy folk-rock and roots music steeped in their travels and the back roads of the American countryside. In fact, the group was born in the midst of an 11,000 mile road trip in a VW bus they’ve affectionately dubbed “Trusty Rusty”.

Pushing Chain, the final musical act of the day at 3 p.m., is a folk duo from northern Minnesota formed in 2012 by longtime musical collaborators Boyd Blomberg on guitar and Adam Moe on fiddle that features marvelously exuberant vocal harmonies, impeccable timing and wit, and an infectious gonzo vibe that leaves audiences grinning.

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rhubarb, and apple (and coffee and ice cream to go with your slice of pie). Returning to Art in the Park in 2016 will be craft beer and root beer, offered by Kinney Creek Brewery of Rochester.

In honor of Father’s Day and to promote artistic creativity, Lanesboro Arts will host an art activity booth for kids and families of all ages with all supplies provided. A henna artist and face painter will have their own booth set-up.

Sylvan Park contains a brand-new playground, and ponds on the north side of the park are known for good fishing.

Lanesboro Arts has been providing year-round arts programming for more than 30 years. Its mission is to serve as a regional catalyst for artistic excellence and educational development in providing diverse art experiences for people of all ages. For more information call (507) 4672446, email adam@lanesboroarts. org, or visit www.lanesboroarts.org.

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Attendees will enjoy delicious and locally prepared foods at booths hosted by volunteers from local organizations. Back by popular demand, Lanesboro Arts will host the Curry Booth, serving egg rolls, curry and rice, condiments and salads of locally-grown produce, in partnership with Pedal Pushers Café of Lanesboro. Also available will be pulled pork sandwiches (Friends of Lanesboro Library), brats, hot dogs and pickles (Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce), and tacos (Lanesboro Public Schools’ Tex-Mex Trip).

The Farmers Market will offer four healthy snack stands, and the Lanesboro Community Theater will sell ice-cold pop, lemonade, and water. Lanesboro Arts will also host the famous pie and ice cream booth, serving fresh pies including peach, cherry, blueberry,

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It’s like we are all one big family and best of all, we’re always there for each other,” as she has witnessed many times in Lanesboro whether in good times or bad.

She ends her essay by writing “Lanesboro is a small town, but even though we’re small, we are definitely mighty and no one and nothing can ruin it. I love Lanesboro, and that will never change!”

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He ends his essay by saying, “...that’s why Lanesboro is a good place to raise your children and watch the waterfall and go tubing down the river. That’s why Lanesboro is the place for me.”

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By Hannah Wingert High school freshman Kelsey Biel has seen many calves born on her family’s dairy farm, but there’s one that’s extra special to her. Gleam, a Holstein, was born on March 21 of this year weighing only 15 pounds.

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“All the other calves that I’ve seen born that small died right away,” said Kelsey. The vet, Kelsey, and her family expected Gleam to do the same. An average Holstein calf weighs about 90 pounds when it’s born, so a 15-pound calf is extraordinarily small.

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For the first two months of her life, Gleam lived in a big cardboard washing machine box in Kelsey’s basement. When the vet performed a c-section on Glow, he accidentally made a cut on one of Gleam’s legs. Because of that, her legs were weak, and she wasn’t able to walk until it healed.

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By Michael Cruse Extension Educator for Fillmore and Houston Counties Just because you are not a farmer does not mean you are not exposed to many of the same hazards that farmers are.

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The 12 women, who come from dairy farm families or work on dairy farms, were named Sunday, May 15, 2016 at the end of a weekend dairy princess workshop at St. Cloud State University. Each now has a chance to be crowned Princess Kay just before the opening of the State Fair in August, and will be sculpted in butter during the fair.

The finalists include: • Kalley Berg, 20, Olmsted County, daughter of Tom and Penny Berg of Pine Island • Haley Hinrichs, 18, Goodhue County, daughter of Tim Hinrichs of Goodhue • Makaila Klejeski, 18, Dodge County, daughter of Jon and Kim Klejeski of Claremont • Morgan Krause, 18, Wright County, daughter of Charles and Robyn Krause of Buffalo • Annette Kyllo, 23, Olmsted

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Fillmore County 4-H Dairy Knowledge Bowlers experience success

By Janet Kappers Since 2008, Stacy Leiding of Fountain and Christine Troendle of Lanesboro have been helping Fillmore County Dairy 4-H’ers study their lessons.

When their children, Haely and Kayla Leiding, and Travis and Jared Troendle, became old enough to participate in 4-H Dairy Knowledge Bowl, they got busy reading materials and extrapolating questions for the young learners. Soon after, my son, Tyler Kappers, also joined

the team. As a parent assisting as needed, I am amazed and appreciative of the time and energy these ladies spent putting together study materials. Studying alongside the kids has been a tremendous learning experience for me too. Knowledge Bowl participants need to be astute in dairy breeds, nutrition, genetics, production, reproduction, farm laws, current issues, anatomy, marketing and farm management. See if you can answer these questions:

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The teams practice every Sunday afternoon from around Christmas through April, a very big commitment. Knowledge Bowlers practice their speed on the buzzers and also spend time on their own studying. Tyler Kappers, who has been a member of the team for seven years, said he has not only enjoyed learning more about dairy, but also appreciates being able to spend time with friends who share the same interest. “Knowledge Bowl has helped me with some of my school classes too – like Biology and Ag classes. I hope to farm with my family after college and this experience has taught me so much to prepare for my career,” said Kappers. Devin Troendle, one of the junior team members, states, “My favorite questions are about pink eye. I like going to the state contest because we get to go the night before and stay in a hotel and go swimming.” From my perspective, there is nothing better than watching these kids gain confidence to push the buzzer and successfully answer a question for the first time. It is rewarding See KNOWLEDGE Page 20 

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Farmers care about their animals Tipsy, our special cow

By Alicia Metz Meet 1226. She may just look like an ordinary calf to you, but to us, she has a special history.

Her mom is 639, a good cow, keeps to herself, and milks like crazy.

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deprived at birth or got stepped on by mom, but when we found her in the morning there was something just not quite right.

She was able to hold her head up, but it tipped significantly to one side. She was a fighter, and head tilt or not, she wanted a bottle and to get up and walk around. Now we put her in a dome hutch, which is a giant circle hutch. It took us awhile to get her trained on the holder.

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look you got from Tipsy...all the time! Now what a normal cow could figure out pretty quickly, it took Tipsy a little extra time. At the time she calved in, we were milking in the step-up parlor, which meant Tipsy had to step up onto a platform and stick her head through a head lock so we could milk her. Well, we got her to step half up on the platform, and then she just stood there turning her head left and right, trying to figure out how the heck she was supposed to get her head through this space. It took her a while but finally she figured it out. Thankfully Tipsy was not a wild cow by any means (probably because of all the special treatment she had received) so she figured the whole milking thing out quickly and was on her way.

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head back and forth until everything lined up and then she stuck her head through. Now, Tipsy was with us when we transitioned to the parallel parlor. I probably worried more about her being able to turn into the parlor than anyone else. But like her regular fashion she would go in on the left side only, since that was the way her head tilted and she was able to turn in (on her time) and get milked. My favorite part about Tipsy was when she would get to go out on pasture. Most cows just take off running, kicking their heels up, but Tipsy was a little different. She would take off running... sideways. I was always afraid she would just fall right over on her side because it didn’t seem possible for a cow to run like that, but she proved me wrong. Usually she’d only get a few yards before she’d notice something new, like a fencepost.

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her head back and forth, just trying to figure out what this fencepost was and why it was there.

I could spend so much time just watching Tipsy, wondering what was going through her head as she examined everything. She always got the special treatment, extra scratches whenever I walked by or even brushing her out when she started shedding. Now, unfortunately on farms, things happen, no rhyme or reason why, it just does. Our vet happened to be at our farm for herd check and Tipsy got knocked off balance and over by another cow.

Tipsy’s milk vein was cut, and the milk vein is just like your femoral artery, it carries a lot of blood. I ran in and as soon as Tipsy stood up, I saw blood pouring out and knew what had happened. I reached in and grabbed the vein to stop the bleeding. We managed to get Tipsy to lay down in a big skidloader bucket for Nick to carry her outside. The vet and Dad worked quickly to try and sew up the vein, while his assistant and Nick started drawing blood from another cow so we could do a transfusion. I held

Tipsy’s head in my lap, talking to her, trying to keep her calm, secretly praying that it would all be ok. Unfortunately, despite all of our efforts, Tipsy died there in my arms. I looked up and had to tell everyone that she was gone, and when the vet confirmed it. I set her head down and walked away because I knew the tears were coming and crying in front of people is something I hate. We did all we could do to save Tipsy, and it broke our hearts that she was gone. Fortunately for us, she left a wonderful legacy behind of three daughters, six granddaughters, three great-granddaughters, and one great-great-granddaughter.

You hear people say the farmers don’t care, cows are just a number to them. It’s true that some of our girls have numbers, but there are stories behind those numbers that make them special. You could probably visit any farm, and while I’m sure they haven’t had a “Tipsy”, every farm has that cow that means something special to them. Our girls mean the world to us and my heart is very happy that this little girl has similar markings to her grandma. What a beautiful future Tipsy left behind for us!

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St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Harmony to hold final service

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church outside of Harmony.

Photo by Hannah Wingert

By Hannah Wingert St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, also known as the Big Springs Church, has been a landmark on County Road 22 outside of Harmony for over a century now. The congregation was first organized in January 1870 and in 1873, the church members purchased two acres of land. The parsonage, which the church sold in 1979, was the first building put up on the land and was completed in

the spring of 1874. Members of the congregation worshipped in the Big Spring public school until 1890, at which time they made the decision to build a church. The church was built in September 1891 and cost a grand total of $2,100.00 to build.

For decades, the church thrived, but in the last decade or so, it began to experience a problem that many rural areas face. Unlike previous genera-

tions, children who grew up in the church were leaving the area and moving on as they graduated from high school. The membership began to decline. “We’re down to 6 to 12 attendees each Sunday and sometimes as low as 3 or 4,” Church council president of 21 years, Jeanette Serfling said.

“We can’t pay a pastor to preach for only a few people.”

At the church’s annual meeting in 2015, the congregation had to face their reality. They didn’t have the funds to pay a full-time pastor and the small membership numbers meant only one thing.

The church would have to close its doors. “We knew it was our only choice,” Serfling said. But that didn’t make the news any easier to swallow. Serfling has been a member of the church for 43 years, and her children were baptized, confirmed, and grew up there. “It’s a sad deal,” she said.

“We (the congregation) are like one big family.”

The church lost their part-time pastor at the end of February 2016 who did Sunday services and spent on day a week doing

visitations. Since then, they’ve used pulpit supply pastors for services only one Sunday a month.

“The only thing that has kept us alive for the last few years are annuities left to the church by members who passed away.

That’s what paid the majority of our expenses,” Serfling said.

Serfling isn’t sure what the remnants of the congregation will do after the church closes. Some will probably attend Greenfield Lutheran Church in Harmony, others may go to Christ Lutheran in Preston or St. Matthew’s in Granger, which is St. Paul’s sister church.

Serfling spoke to the county about the zoning ordinances for the church and the land it sits on. Unfortunately, the options available are few. Because it’s so far out of Harmony, it can’t be turned into a business, and there are already two homes in the quarter/quarter section, so it can’t be used as a rural residence.

The county said that they could either keep it as a church or use it for a storage building. Neither of those options are really viable

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though. The church and land will probably end up being sold at auction. “It’s unknown at this point what’s going to happen.”

Serfling explained.

Paul Daniels, an archivist from the Southeast Minnesota Synod, will be visiting the church to look at its artifacts, after which, the Synod will decide what to do with them. Serfling also plans to contact the Fillmore County Historical Center after the Synod has made its decisions to see if they’re interested in anything for the center.

St. Paul’s final service with Holy Communion will be held on June 26. A reminiscing and fellowship time with refreshments will begin at 9 a.m. and will be repeated after the 10 a.m. service. Retired pastor Roger Kampstra, who is a “son of the congregation”, will be traveling several hours to conduct the service. The congregation also invited some of its former pastors, including interns, to the service and is expecting five or six to attend. The contents of the cornerstone from the Centennial Celebration in 1970 and the 110th Anniversary in 1980 will be on display that day as well.

The service is open to anyone who wants to attend.

Council asks residents to “use common sense” Variance granted in Canton

The Fountain City Council met on June 2, 2016 for a swift meeting that lasted approximately 30 minutes.

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By Barb Jeffers As the Fountain City Council met on Thursday, June 2, 2016 there was a discussion about the city’s noise ordinance. A resident had inquired as to whether the city had a noise ordinance.

City Clerk Ronda Flattum stated that other towns have noise ordinances for things such as construction work start and stop times, etc. With construction season being limited as it is, the council would rather not put a time frame on such things.

Council member Jim Schott stated residents “just need to use some common sense” in regards to noise.

Consent agenda Motion by Wangen, second

by Gudmundson to approve the consent agenda items including Minutes from the April 7, 2016 regular meeting, Treasurer’s Report and Monthly City Bills/Fire Dept. bills. Motion carried.

City maintenance Council is waiting for a second quote for replacement of Fire Hall doors so discussion was tabled. Motion by Schott, second by Ostby, to accept a quote received from Norby Tree Service in the amount of $800.00 for the removal of one tree on

Cedar Street. Motion carried.

Motion by Schott, second by Wangen, to accept a 10-year service contract with McGuire Iron, Inc. for maintenance on the water tower. Flattum will request photographs and a detailed report upon completion of work. Motion carried.

Old business All 83 landscape timbers the city had for sale have been purchased.

New business There will be a Fountain Trail Days meeting on June 14, 2016 at 7 p.m. at the Community Center. Residents are encouraged to attend. The city office will be closed June 15 and 16.

Preston Emergency Service will hold its appreciation dinner on Wednesday, June 15, 2016.

Council member Schott and Mayor Kujath plan to attend.

Motion by Wangen, seconded

by Gudmundson to allow NP Community to place a clothing drop-off bin behind city hall. Motion carried. Clothing, whether in good shape or not, can be placed in the bin. The company will also pick up items left after garage sales if contacted.

Police chief Chief Mosher was unable to

attend the meeting but provided a detailed report of activity for May 2016. May 5 - responded to medical at the Village Square.

Preston ambulance transported patient. May 9 - Participated in handgun firearms training. May 11 - mailed out letter to family that is not in compliance with city dog ordinance reference to the number of dogs a person can have at one residence. They were given 60 days to be in compliance or they would receive a citation.

May 18 - followed up on a complaint of smoke from a fire pit that was blowing towards neighbor’s house. Spoke to individual about a dog running at large. May 25 - assisted Spring Valley deputy with a domestic assault. One individual was arrested.

A reminder to all residents that dog licenses are due by June 30.

Mayor There has been a request for placement on the 2017 CWRD IUP. A $1,000 donation was received from the Fireman’s Relief Association to be donated to Fountain Trail Days. Motion

by Gudmundson, second by Ostby, to approve Resolution #205 acknowledging the contribution. Motion carried.

By Liz Giese The Canton City Council held a public meeting for a variance request immediately before their regular meeting on June 8.

At the council’s May meeting, Rob Roy Kelly and Mary Hoffman were present to ask about a building permit and a variance.

Kelly had recently purchased the property at 101 North Ash Street and needed to fix the entrance.

They requested a building permit to add a 6’x22’ deck and the council informed them that it would require a variance, including publishing notice in the newspaper, notifying the neighbors, and holding the public hearing.

Kelly and Hoffman were present at the meeting, but no other members of the public showed up. Mayor Donivee Johnson asked councilor Carl Ernst for his input, as he handles zoning in Canton. He said everything was in order, the measurements had been taken and the paperwork was done. He made a motion to accept the variance and grant the building permit. Councilor Charlie Warner seconded the

motion and it was passed. Council members Cindy Shanks and Ross Duckett were not present at the public hearing and the regular meeting. Kelly and Hoffman expressed their gratitude and the council wished them luck on their massive undertaking to restore the house.

Other business Jon Nordsving, lead city maintenance employee, reported that the water leak has been repaired and water is back on line in Canton. He was very satisfied with the work done by Edge Contracting. Mayor Johnson asked if he had any idea of the final cost of the project. He did not, but said he expected it to be above the estimate because there was more work than expected.

Nordsving went on to inform the council that he had undergone an inspection and had gotten the report back. He noted that he had been criticized for a couple of issues. He said that he tracks the influent and effluent flow meter numbers, but the flow meters are supposed to be caliSee VARIANCE Page 31 

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Schmidt ~ Spelhaug Elizabeth Rose Schmidt and Christian Jeremy Spelhaug are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming marriage.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Patrick and Joyce Schmidt of Lanesboro. Beth is a graduate of Lanesboro High School. She received her BBA from Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wis., and recently graduated with a Master of Arts in Nursing at Augsburg College. She is currently employed as a registered nurse at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.

The prospective groom is the son of Jerome and Susan Spelhaug of Chatfield. Christian graduated from Chatfield High School. He served in the United States Marine Corps and is currently employed as a deputy at the Olmsted County Adult Detention Center in Rochester, Minn.

The couple will be married on June 17 in Rochester, Minn.

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The survey crew left a mark A survey crew of eight plus at every mile on the line. A tree tribal representatives was hired was blazed with a large “S” on to mark the northern boundary the Sioux side of the tree, and of this Neutral Ground in 1932. “U.S.” carved onto the Neutral Nathan Boone, the 52-year-old Ground side. If there were no son of Kentucky frontiersman trees, Boone buried a cylinder

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1832 to keep warring tribes apart by restricting them to specific territories.

Do you or your business want to show your Harken back to the early 1830s, before white settlers came to Fillfor the more County, before Minnesota even existed as a Territory or a State. For over 200 years, starting on the East Coast and moving west, settlers had been moving in on Native American tribes, taking in our special section for the their land and forcing treaties to Fillmore County Fair ! remove the Indians to new areas.

Naturally, those new areas already Submit your information to ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call 507.765.2151 contained other tribes, and so a complicated history of intertribal fighting and constant migration Advertise in the Fillmore County Journal took place, often within a context Deadline for ad copy is noon on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 of British, French and Spanish The publication date is Monday, June 20, 2016 wars for control of the land.

In 1832, the U.S. Government held a treaty at Prairie du Chien, Preston Dairy & Farm Association wishes to Congratulate one in a long string of treathe FC Girls Golf Team on their Accomplishments ties, with a goal to coerce peace Regular Season 10-0 between a number of tribes in Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota Three Rivers Conference by creating the Neutral Ground. & Section 1A Champions A 200 mile long strip of land was drawn on a map of Iowa and a corner of Minnesota to serve as a buffer between enemy tribes’ terBest of Luck at the ritories. The northern boundary State Tournament! ran from La Crosse southwesterly for two hundred miles to Clear Lake, Iowa, with a parallel line exactly 40 miles south. The Sioux (now called Dakota) were to move north of the strip, while the allied Sac and Fox tribes were to stay south of it, leaving neutral

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The mystery of the marker tree deepens Loyal readers may recall that I wrote in my March 21 column about a distinctive tree that lives in the far corner of our woodland. The vertical trunk takes a right angle turn at about four feet high, grows horizontally for about eight feet, and then shoots straight up to the sky.

I’d been aware of the unique maple tree for as long as we have owned our land, but only recently did I become aware of the widespread historical phenomenon of Native American marker trees. All across North America, many tribes used living trees to shape unique forms as landmarks. Our tree has a classic shape used in the past to point to trails, sacred sites, boundaries or other important features.

Because of its shape, its location only a few feet from a property line, and the fact that the former owner of this land was a Native American woman married to a Swedish man, I speculated that this marker tree may have been formed many years ago by that woman or her family to mark their property.

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over it. It is reported that over the years, as the neutral zone filled with settlers, both Sioux and whites maintained the Neutral Ground boundary markings, often piling wood ashes along the line which killed the grass, creating a brown line.

One place that still has a half mile of the Neutral Ground ginning 6/12/2016 boundary clearly marked is a

piece of property on the northeast side of Newberg. With a half-mile fence line running at the angle of the Neutral Zone, it clearly shows up in a plat book or on Google Earth.

And here is where our marker tree comes back into the story.

When I laid a ruler along that Newberg property line extending southwest, the line precisely intersects where our marker tree is. I think it is very possible that South this marker tree was established,

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if not by Boone himself, then perhaps by others who followed and continued to mark the boundary.

The Winona Daily News story reported that even as late as 1900 or so, Indians used to come back and bring their families to camp in the Chickentown Creek valley near Newberg, to show their children where their ancestors used to live.

Unfortunately, the novel treaty idea of the Neutral Ground failed miserably at its stated intention, and lasted only a short time. Setting a pattern that was repeated with tribes all the way to the Pacific Ocean, other treaties quickly followed. Soon the Winnebago Indians were inserted into the Neutral Ground, displaced from their traditional land in Wisconsin and now stuck between enemy tribes.

One source noted that five Winnebago villages existed along the Root River in Fillmore County in 1842. Yet within just a few years the entire Neutral Ground was ceded by the Winnebagos to the U.S. Government, and the tribe was removed to Long Prairie, and a few years later to Blue Earth, and then again further west. By 1846 the Sioux had also ceded all their lands in return for pennies an acre. Meanwhile, the settlers were streaming in to Fillmore

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County in 1851, and our original residents were soon forgotten.

My excitement at the possibility that our marker tree is part of a historic boundary placement

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has turned to a deepening sense of sadness as I read about how our original inhabitants were manipulated and mistreated by the government.

Rhubarb Festival A Huge Rhubarb Thank You to all of our volunteers and to everyone who came for the fun. Ardie and the crew made the park shine. Everyone came to share in the love of Rhubarb and discover the delicious taste of this lowly springtime plant.

Thanks to the runners and their organizers who got the festival off to a running start. Great music filled the park the whole day thanks to the Rhubarb Sisters, Sweet Rhubarb, Hubba, and Over the Waterfall.

We had Rhub-Art, a zoo, a story tree, and games galore, which all ran smoothly because of our excellent volunteers. A special thanks to Dr. Kay and her crew of food volunteers who kept calm all through that long tasting line. Thanks to everyone who made something special to enter in the tasting contest.

Thanks to the best setup crew yet and to those who helped clean up. We appreciate each and every volunteer so much. We can’t find enough ways to say thanks to everyone for making the Rhubarb Festival such a great family event.

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Peterson addresses electrical, natural gas needs

By Kirsten Zoellner At the regular May meeting, the Peterson council tabled a decision on an electric distribution work plan pending further review. Following a field assessment by Tri-County Electric Cooperative, the plan was drawn up by STAR Energy Services and calls for $21,000 in pole and transformer removal and/or replacement.

June 8, the council discussed the matter again. “We went through things thoroughly… had a good look at things,” said councilor Dick Lee. Through the plan, one pole will be added, one pole replaced, one transformer removed, and two transformers replaced and upgraded.

The plan will be funded utilizing $18,000 in funds budgeted after a rate study. The electrical fund currently has a $39,000 balance. Lee also expressed concern over leaving

a reduced financial cushion for any emergency electrical needs. “That’s a minor amount for a major event,” cautioned Lee. The city has earmarked another $18,000 to be put aside for electrical needs for next year.

“This will make things better,” responded councilor Loren Rue. “It’s a lot of preventative maintenance.”

“With all this preparation, this is the time to move forward,” added councilor Gail Boyum. The council approved the work.

As part of the plan, the city will receive a detailed map of all electrical system poles, transformers, lines, and meters; anything hooked up in the city. It’s also expected that the mapping will include age of equipment and dates of installation or last replacement.

The council also discussed the

city’s natural gas needs. Rory Lenton, External Affairs Manager for Minnesota Energy Services, spoke to the council regarding a community franchise renewal for natural gas service. Peterson approved its first agreement with the company in 1991. This renewal represents another 25-year deal and grants MN Energy the authority to “construct, operate, maintain, and extend a natural gas distribution plant and system,” as well as granting the right to use streets, alleys, and other public places within the city.

Lenton stressed to the council that a community franchise helps with insurance, investors, and commitment to the community. “We feel we’ve done a pretty good job here,” he added. The council approved the renewal unanimously.

New City Clerk Leanne Kasper brought forth several smaller items

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for discussion, as she transitions into her new role. These included a city credit card. Kasper noted that she would be required to use her personal social security number to secure a credit card for the city and had some concern in doing so. The council opted not to have a city credit card, but rather to utilize having a standing account with a local gasoline supplier and using reimbursements for other needed purchases.

Kasper also questioned whether or not the council was interested in updating the clerk’s computer. The city has until July to acquire a free upgrade to the computers operating software (Windows 10). It was unclear whether doing an upgrade would affect other software used by the city. Or render it useless. Kasper indicated she’s familiar with the new operating system and could complete the upgrade, having already backed up the city files the week prior.

For now, the council opted to keep

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the current computer and have Kasper complete the upgrade, seeking professional technical help if software problems warranted it.

The 2015 audit was tabled by the council for futher review. Any questions will run through Engleson & Associates, who completed the audit. If needed, a representative may be invited to the next meeting to address the council. The council will make a decision on the audit at the July meeting.

The council also approved two donations. One, from the Southeast Minnesota Arts Council will fund the summer music at the city bandstand. Scheduled for entertainment the Sundays in July are the Rutabaga Brothers (July 10), Squeezebox (July 17), Lost Faculties (July 24), and Thompson Valley Brothers (July 31).

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Wednesday, July 13, at 6 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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brated every six months and it had not been done. He explained that one of the flow meters cannot be calibrated using any device because of the way it is made, so he will have to calibrate the flow meters by using five-gallon buckets to measure the water manually to show he is at least attempting to comply.

He and Mayor Johnson agreed that they will revise the permit next year to resolve this issue.

Nordsving said the report also noted an issue with the June 2013 report not being filed until February 2015. He added that the report was completed and just didn’t get to the right place, but that this issue has been resolved.

Mayor Johnson clarified that this happened while transitioning to a new way of submitting reports.

Johnson went on to inform the council that the report also stated that the operator (Nordsving) is doing a good job and that the facilities were clean and well maintained. She also noted that the report required no enforcement actions.

There are only two remaining households that have not yet cooperated with the city on the water meter project. Mayor Johnson told Nordsving to start figuring out what is needed for setters so parts can be ordered and they can move forward with the project.

Contrary to last month’s report, there is in fact a Canton Softball League this year. A port-a-potty has been placed near the field.

There is a mandatory Clerk’s Election Training on Monday, June 13. City Clerk Lolly Melander will be attending.

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

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County appoints interim auditor/treasurer, makes structural changes

By Karen Reisner Much of the June 7 meeting of the county board was dominated by discussion related to the future of the auditor/treasurer office and staff.

Carrie Huffman was appointed as interim A/T. She has been employed by the county as an account technician/case aide in Community Services, Public Health division. Kristina Kohn said this candidate is the right person with the knowledge needed for the job. County Attorney Brett Corson asked if this position should be filled with a temporary hire or go through the regular hiring process? Kohn said filling this position is a unique situation due to the end date in about 2.5 years when the elected term of the A/T will end. It is difficult to recruit a candidate when there is a limited time period. County coordinator/ community services director Bobbie Vickerman added that at this point it is still an elected position.

In their agreement, both Huffman and the county have a 30 day out. Huffman could choose to go back to her previous position during that period.

The board discussed at length placing questions on the November election ballot, as to whether or not to make the A/T and/ or county recorder positions appointed. There would be two separate questions, one for each office. If the public votes to make the positions appointed then there will be educational requirements for these positions. As of now, there are none.

Commissioner Duane Bakke asked if the recorder question were to pass, when will the position change to appointed with a sitting elected recorder. Kohn

said the recorder position would remain elected until the end of his current term. If both questions were to pass, neither position will be on the ballot in 2018.

Commissioner Randy Dahl commented that by posing these questions on the November ballot the public will have the opportunity to voice their opinion.

Corson interpreted the state statute as saying that an 80% approval of the county board is necessary to go to a ballot question. The board voted unanimously to direct staff to create a resolution for the next board meeting. Proposed language to use on the ballot is in state statute.

The personnel committee proposed options for the A/T office.

They suggested using this 2.5 year period with in an interim A/T to work toward centralized finance.

This structure could continue if the A/T position is appointed or elected in the future.

Under the proposed structure, the interim A/T will be responsible for deeds, forfeitures and mortgages, vitals, passports, payroll, and act as the election administrator. The county coordinator/finance director will oversee human services, information systems, public health finance and social services finance, plus be responsible for accounts receivable, accounts payable, budget, and act as the county board clerk.

The interim A/T and coordinator/finance director are to work together to tie out bank accounts, investments, tax and to conduct the annual audit.

Both will report to and take direction from the county board.

Kohn suggested the dual roles will provide for checks and balances. Dahl said the goal is to work toward coordinated finance between departments. This structure will not create a separate finance department. Commissioner Mitch Lentz maintained he was “not into making silos where you can’t step outside of them.”

Corson asked about any statutory requirements for the A/T’s responsibilities.

Vickerman explained that the board has the ability to shift some duties. She continued that state statute allows for the shifting of general rules with the exception of legal documents.

County Engineer Ron Gregg asked for a definition of centralized finance. Bakke stated there will need to be direct contact with the finance director by the various departments. As long as the departments keep talking and working together, it will work.

Dahl explained centralized financing will include cross training people. He added that “we have been running very lean for a long time.”

A motion to approve the proposed structural changes was approved unanimously. The A/T office will have five staff, including the interim A/T. Previously, there have been seven personnel in the A/T office.

With Vickerman taking on this new role as finance director (county coordinator/finance director), she will step away from some of her Community Services role with the exception of the financial staff and personnel issues. Each of the leaders of the divisions in Community Services including Public Health, Social Services, and Veterans Ser-

vices will be responsible for their divisions and work together with the coordinator/finance director.

Vickerman will continue to be on the Community Services Committee.

Other business in brief • Sarah Mensink was hired as a replacement account tech effective June 24.

Lori Oehlke was hired as a replacement Account Tech effective July 5.

Approval was given for a voluntary position change for Sherida Newgard to account tech.

The resignation of Julie Schreiber, account tech was approved effective June 16 with thanks for three years of service to the county.

Lee Dyreson was hired as a summer intern in the Highway Department effective June 13.

Aaron Marschall was hired as a summer intern in the Highway Department effective June 9.

• The 2016 annual renewal of the Minnesota County Boat and Water Safety Grant agreement for $1,564 was approved. Sheriff Tom Kaase reported that the funds are used for education and enforcement.

• Ron Gregg reported he has been contacted by Winona County. They are going to work on their CSAH 43 which connects with a three quarter mile section of Fillmore County CSAH 11 north of TH 30. Approval was given to advertise for resurfacing this short section of CSAH 11.

The work will be done in a joint project with Winona County.

• Carrie Huffman’s name will be added to a list of signatures for county bank accounts. Names of those that have resigned will be removed.

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Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Peter Scott Blackstad, 52, Lakeville, Minn.; 5/21/2016, Speeding (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Steven Edward Brown, 55, Rushford, Minn.; 3/11/2016, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance When Operating Vehicle, Fine $200, Total Fees $320.

Adelmo Robert Ciucci, 24, Decorah, Iowa; 5/19/2016, Unlawful Passing – Against Signs, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Halid Dzebic, 33, Waterloo, Iowa; 5/6/2016, Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Danielle Marie Hall, 29, Spring Valley, MN; 3/10/2016, Disorderly Conduct – Offensive/ Noisy/Obscene, Fine $1,000 (stay $900 until 5/26/2017), Total Fees $190. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (5/26/2016): Sign Probation

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Manuel Moreno, 44, Minneapolis, Minn.; 4/23/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

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Tiffany Marie Smith, 22, Sauk Rapids, Minn.; 5/9/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

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Bryant Knute Westrom, 22, Rochester, Minn.; 3/11/2016, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

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1995 Chevy1500 pickup Silverado 4WD., 6 cyl., 5 spd, 109,400 miles w/topper. 1980 16’ Rinker boat w/Karavan Classic trailer used once w/trolling motor. Mercuury 70 HP motor. Troy built garden tiller Stealth 300 trolling motor, alum. and wood step ladders. 12” planer w/stand, like new. 10” Crafstman table saw w/dust collector. Craftsman 10” Radial arm saw w/stand. Vacuum system metal bender, large assortment woodworking tools. 70+ toy tractors and implements, mostly 1/64 scale, M.F. 180 g. with Oliver hydraulic loader 4,733 hours, Woods 3-point rotary mower, 7” 3-point blade, 3 point post hole digger. Selling at 11:00 a.m.. 2 Hayracks of farm related items.

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SAle ArrAnged And conducted by SPring VAlley SAleS comPAny AuctioneerS: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Tom Jasper 50-113, 507-251-7654; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 ringmAn: Bob Root, Roger Becker clerk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163.

AnnouncementS dAy oF tAke Precedence oVer Any AdVertiSed or Pre-Printed mAteriAl All oF the AboVe merchAndiSe iS Selling AS iS, where iS, with no wArrAnty. termS: cASh or good check dAy oF SAle. nothing to be remoVed until Settled For. not reSPonSible For AccidentS or merchAndiSe AFter Sold. PleASe bring ProPer identiFicAtion.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, June 13, 2016

Rushford Village details road improvement options

By Kirsten Zoellner City of Rushford Village has spent nearly every meeting over the course of the last three years discussing road improvement needs and projects. Now, the city is set to kick off an $878,000 project in south Rushford in the coming weeks. The project was bonded through Minnesota Rural Water Association. Terms of the bond are 15 years at 2.7%.

The project includes road widening, as well as mill and overlay in sections and some culvert replacement. The council has acknowledged that storm water drainage in the area is an ongoing problem and is seeking to address the issue where possible. Many of the culverts in the area are currently in poor to fair condition, contributing to some backflow and ponding of water.

While it’s been discussed, there is currently not time available for the city to do an in-depth storm water analysis. “We know snippets, but not the full details,” noted Pope at the May 24 council meeting.

Pope, Rushford Village Mayor Gordon Johnson, and Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck recently met with property owners in the area to take a closer look at the cause of the problems, options, and impacts of those options. At the June 7 council meeting, Pope was on hand to further discuss the drainage issue and additional options, including a project change order, within this project.

Plans to replace the north to

south running culvert on Whitmore Street have been stopped.

According to Pope, the existing ditch profile drains west to east, “albeit not effectively.” Instead, the ditch profile will be altered. He added that an additional 100 cubic yards of fill in the area of 44736 Goodrich Street and 30390 South Sherwood Street will create a nearly 4:1 slope similar to what’s currently on nearby Prospect Street. Water backflows into the adjacent property at 30419 Whitmore and the culvert isn’t serving its purpose, but plans to replace it with a concrete culvert, the most expensive line item in the contractor’s bid, may not address the situation fully.

Pope has been in conversation with the contractor, McHugh Excavating, to get agreed pricing documented. Once pricing is in hand, the city can look at seeking a change order. Additionally, the city can opt for value engineering using Public Works assistance where possible. The price impact of a change order for the project could range from $8,000-15,000, in Pope’s estimation.

As for impacts of the changes, Pope noted with ditch storage reduction, changes could create an inherent increase of flooding risk.

The city can attempt to regain storage and infiltration area, but the result would require grading into private properties. The option of a catch basin and pump could also be utilized, but Pope didn’t believe it

was an effective resolution. He recommended the city follow through with information gathering from the contractor, before making a final decision, but suggested with the tight time frame, the city approve the change order with the condition of a cost not to exceed $15,000.

“With filling in the area, the risk of flooding could go up.

Without detailed analysis and limited topographic information, it’s where I see a concern,” said Pope. “I might be concerned over nothing, but there’s at least a little risk there. Are we creating more of a risk? Yes, but I’m not going to call Noah either,” he continued.

“I can’t see anything we could do that wouldn’t be an improvement over what we have now,” stated councilor Rich Smith.

“With the fill, we are making it worse. How much? We don’t know,” added Pope. He stated that the changes wouldn’t be adding to the water flow, but rather changing the directionality of the flow, hopefully creating more effective drainage overall.

The council approved the change order unanimously, pending contractor pricing and not to exceed $15,000. Councilor Chad Rasmussen was absent from the meeting.

In other news, the city is moving forward with conversations with the Department of Natural Resources regarding the Benson Lane “Missouri crossing”. The area is just north of the City of Peterson, off of Airport

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Road and serves only one residential property. The DNR has said a full bridge construction over the area is warranted, but has conceded in discussions with Pope that repair of the crossing can continue. According to Pope, the repair will likely consist of pulling back concrete on the undermined area, repair, and riprap on both the up and downstream areas.

“It’s the best we could hope for and we’re very happy they’re willing to work with us,” enthused Pope. The next step for the project is to pursue detailed plans and then submit for DNR permitting.

The council also discussed minor issue at Nordic Court. The street is a cul-de-sac and currently has a grass center at the end of the road. Delivery and garbage vehicles routinely drive on the center of the turnaround, damaging the pavement edge, and snow plowing turns it in a mud pit, according to Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck.

Engineer Pope has spoken with the contractor and to pave the center of the cul-de-sac would be an additional $4,000. “That is a very good deal,” noted Pope, going over the typical paving costs. The council approved the paving unanimously.

Pope also addressed the topic of road work on Grimsrud Way. At the May 24 meeting, Dan and Mary Jo Grimsrud discussed their roadway issues with the Village. The couple owns more than 100 acres in the Village that they would like to sell for housing development. However, the roadway to the property is within the jurisdiction of the City of Rushford.

In order to place a development on

the property, the road must be to City of Rushford ordinance standards for a public access roadway. Mayor Gordon Johnson indicated previously that the Village would like to see a mutual project between the two cities and noted that with guarantees of access from the Rushford, the Village may be willing to contribute to roadway improvement costs.

According to Pope, an 11-foot paved access roadway would cost in the range of $115,000-120,000.

A 36-foot urban roadway, from Pine Meadows to the city limits, would come with a price tag of roughly $555,000. “This is all preliminary,” noted Johnson. “We’re going to be meeting with the city and hope to come up with a working solution. It’s a positive thing.”

Lastly, the city will be moving forward with plans to move a street light pole that sits in the center of a newly created driveway at the Farmer’s Elevator Cooperative south site.

Cost estimates from Norman’s Electric Service of Rushford have been viewed by both the Mayor Johnson and Gordy Elliot, cooperative president and the costs are amenable.

The city is also considering adding a second light pole to the location and upgrading the lights in both poles to LED bulbs for cost savings.

Elliot indicated the cooperative would is willing to support their share of the cost. The cooperative hopes to have the roadway functional for fall harvests.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, June 21, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Other Civil - Quiet Title Court File No. 23-CV-16-302 Steven Arends, Plaintiff -vsFrancis Bartlett, Alvin Jeche, Ella Jeche, Emma Jeche, Gustav Jeche, also known as Gust Jeche, William C. Nordhorn, Linda Nordhorn, Alan D. Williams, Joanne Williams, also known as Joanne M. Williams, Walter C. Wendorf, Gary L. Nordhorn, Arlyn W. Nordhorn, Marlys C. Ruesink, Diane Penny Nordhorn, Donovan Ruesink, Stacie Ruesink, also known as Stacie 1. Ruesink, HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc., Casey B. Bates, Kelly R. Hansen, Amy A. Petrick, Raymond J. Grabau, Mildred A. Grabau, also all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein, including the heirs at law and legatees and devisees of any of the foregoing defendants who are deceased, Defendants.

SUMMONS 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiffs Complaint against you is attached to this Summons. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this summons.

2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this Summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Summons located at:

6.

ALTERNATIVE D ISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute.

7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY LOCATED IN FILLMORE COUNTY, STATE OF MINNESOTA: The East 50 feet of the South Half of Lot 13 and the South Ha If of Lot 14, Bartlett and Bank’s Addition to the City of Wykoff. Also the South 12 feet of the East 53.5 feet of the North Half of Lot 13 in Bartlett and Bank’s Addition to the City of Wykoff.

Also the South 12 feet of the North half of Lot 14 in Bartlett and Bank’s Addition to the City of Wykoff Fillmore County, Minnesota.

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case Type: QUIET TITLE Court File No. 23-CV-16-346 Mabel Economic Development Authority, Plaintiff, vs.

Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul And Pacific Railroad Company, also the unknown heirs of any deceased defendant, also all other persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint herein, Defendants.

Springer & Gumbel, P.A. 141 West Fillmore St. P.O. Box 469 Preston, MN. 55965.

3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiffs Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer.

4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THE SUMMONS. If you do not Answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond.

A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint.

5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer.

If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have infonnation about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case.

The object of this action is to determine that the defendants have no right, title, estate, interest or lien in or on the above described real estate.

NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM. No personal claim is made against any of the defendants in the action above entitled /s/ Scott K. Springer, Attorney Scott K. Springer #0313695 Springer & Gumbel, PA 141 W. Fillmore St. P.O. Box 469 Preston, MN. 55965 Phone 507-765-3600 Facsimile: 507-765-3629 Attorneys for Plaintiff, Steven Arends

Publish 30,6,13

NOTICE OF BID for BREAD PRODUCTS The Rushford-Peterson Independent School District #239 of Rushford, Minnesota, will be taking bids for bakery products for the 2016-2017 school year.

Bids will be received up to 3:00 p.m.

Friday, July 8, 2016. Bids are to be sent to: Mr. Charles Ehler Superintendent of Schools P. O. Box 627 Rushford, MN 55971 The Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

Julie Koop, Clerk Board of Education Publish 13,20

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NOTICE OF LIS PENDENS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the above entitled action has been commenced and the Complaint therein is now on file in the office of the Court Administrator of the Court above named; that the names of the parties to said action are as above stated; that the real property affected, involved and brought into question be said action is situated in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota, described as follows: That part of the Southwest Quarter (SW¼) of Section 26, Township 101 North, Range 8 West, City of Mabel, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest Corner of said Southwest Quarter (SW¼); thence North 00 Degrees 00 Minutes 00 Seconds East (assumed bearing) along the West line of said Southwest Quarter (SW¼), 1014.73 Feet to the Southeasterly Right-Of-Way line of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Company, (tracks now removed); thence Northeasterly along said R.O.W. line 113.80 Feet along a nontangential curve, concave to the Northwest, having a central angle of 06 Degrees 21 Minutes 43 Seconds and a radius of 1024.93 Feet (chord bears North 48 Degrees 54 Minutes 51 Seconds East and chord length is 113.75 Feet); thence North 45 Degrees 44 Minutes 00 Seconds East tangent to said curve and along said R.O.W. line, 616.19 Feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence continuing 45 Degrees 44 Minutes 00 Seconds East along said R.O.W. line, 210.41 Feet; thence North 44 Degrees 16 Minutes 00 Seconds West, 160.00 Feet to the Northwesterly R.O.W. line of said railroad; thence South 45 Degrees 44 Minutes oo Seconds West along said R.O.W. line, 208.26 Feet; thence South 43 Degrees 29 Minutes 52 Seconds East, 160.01 Feet to the point of beginning and containing 0.77 acres, more or less. Subject to easement for roadway purposes to the City of Mabel, MN. Subject to any other easements of record.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the object of this action is to determine that the Defendants have no right, title, estate, interest or lien in or on the above described real estate.

Dated: June 2, 2016.

Nethercut Schieber Attorneys PLLP /s/ RICHARD A. NETHERCUT Richard A. Nethercut Attorney for Plaintiff (#130072) 32 Main Avenue North P.O. Box 657 Harmony, MN 55939-0657 (507) 886-6131 Publish 6,13,20

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Summary of Minutes May 24, 2016 County Board Meeting The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press.

The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: RESOLUTION 2016-028: Acceptance of Bridge Bonding Grant for bridge replacement on CSAH 1, SAP 023-601-027 over Deer Creek in amount of $250,000 RESOLUTION 2016:029: Acceptance of Bridge Bonding Grant for bridge replacement on CSAH 1, SAP 023-601-028 over Bear Creek in amount of $250,000 RESOLUTION 2016-030: Sponsorship of Bluff Valley Riders, Mabel-Canton Trail Busters, Hiawatha I & II and Tri-County Trailblazers snowmobile clubs for 2016/2017 season and authorize signature of same by Auditor/Treasurer The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda.

• the following Consent Agenda: 1. May 10, 2016 County Board minutes.

2. Merit increase for Diane Strahl, Merit Office Support Specialist.

3. Merit increase for Teri Root, Eligibility Worker.

4. Temporary One Day Liquor License for Preston Servicemen’s Club for event at Berwood Hill Inn. • proceed with proposed Waste Management agreement.

• purchase of desk top computer and four computer monitors for Attorney’s Office • appointments of Jason Marquardt, Emergency Medical Technician, District 5, and Ann Lechner, Pharmacist, District 3, to Community Health Services Task Force.

• purchase of four tablets from ByteSpeed.

• Statewide Health Improvement Program grant purchases.

• medical director contract with Dr. Stephanie Jakim.

• Master Agreement for Professional Services with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for Fillmore County Airport.

• Kevin Beck, Emergency Manager, to attend First Net Training.

• advertise for bids on 2006 Chevy Impala, unmarked squad car.

• signature of Grant Contract Amendment for Canfield Creek Bridge, Project #0008-13C. • signature of Election Service Agreement with SeaChange Print Innovations for election ballot printing.

• all of remaining Auditor/Treasurer office staff, will be signors on checks. All warrants will go through Commissioners’ warrants besides those that cannot, due to data privacy and Coordinator’s Office will provide support for the office.

• Memorandum of Understanding “Resource Sharing” with Local #49.

• amend agenda due to emergency at Jail with hot water heater breaking down and a gas odor is in jail.

• Building Maintenance Supervisor Schultz to get water heater issue resolved.

The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description 1Source, supplies Fillmore County Treasurer, fuel Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card/ACH, services, supplies, misc.

Kelly Printing & Signs, supplies Mark's Electronics, services MEnD Correctional Care, PLLC, services MN Counties Intergovernmental Trust, registration fees MN Office of Enterprise Technology, telephone Peterson, Sara, mileage Preston Service Plus, services Pro-West & Associates, Inc., services Region Nine, services Suhler, Jr., Atty, Frederick S., services Thomson Reuters, reference materials TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (60 bills - not listed) TOTAL REVENUE FUND INFRA FUND Vendor Name, Description TOTAL INFRA FUND BILLS OVER $500 (none) TOTAL INFRA FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (1 bill - not listed) TOTAL INFRA FUND ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Bauer Built, Inc., services, parts Bruening Rock Products, Inc., rock Dave Syverson Freightliner, parts Debauche Truck & Diesel, labor/parts Equipment Blades, Inc., parts Erickson Engineering Co., services G & K Services, supplies, uniforms Hammell Equipment, Inc., parts Metal Culverts, Inc., culverts Midstates Equipment & Supply, bituminous materials Milestone Materials, Inc., rock Newman Signs, signs Pathfinder CRM, LLC, services Preston Auto Parts, parts Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc., services Skinner, John A. and Rachel A., easement South Central Technical College, seminar Swanston Equipment, equipment purchase Zarnoth Brush Works, Inc., parts TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (25 bills - not listed) TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC, services TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (8 bills - not listed) TOTAL SANITATION FUND

Amount $910.61 $2,411.62 $820.20 $2,036.94 $995.00 $4,166.66 $1,598.00 $1,540.50 $589.68 $2,903.20 $975.00 $2,406.00 $970.00 $539.78 $22,863.19 $9,002.50 $31,865.69 Amount $0.00 $30.99 $30.99 Amount $1,169.08 $9,620.84 $1,594.00 $824.47 $531.60 $1,450.00 $612.52 $640.58 $20,697.00 $2,782.82 $795.42 $2,459.26 $1,200.00 $638.02 $1,409.00 $11,050.54 $1,807.47 $19,000.00 $540.00 $78,822.62 $4,305.65 $83,128.27 Amount $1,119.65 $1,119.65 $1,415.58 $2,535.23

AIRPORT FUND Vendor Name, Description TOTAL AIRPORT FUND BILLS OVER $500 (None) TOTAL AIRPORT FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (1 bill - not listed) TOTAL AIRPORT FUND

Amount $0.00 $61.90 $61.90

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) Vendor Name, Description TOTAL EDA FUND BILLS OVER $500 (None) TOTAL EDA FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (1 bill - not listed) TOTAL EDA FUND

Amount $0.00 $8.64 $8.64

The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date.

Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse.

Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566.

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NEW LISTING

1424 8TH AVE SE, ROCHESTER

#4072018

• 3 Bedrooms (2nd level) • 2 baths • 2 Car garage • 4 Bedrooms • 4 baths • 3 Car Garage • 5,415 sq. ft.

• Main floor master suite & laundry • Granite countertops • All new hardwood flooring on main floor • Main level family room with gas fireplace, • Custom cabinetry, upgraded trim, fireplace, sunroom • 3 Finished levels • Private yard • Close in on paved road • Updated furnace, central air, water heater • New backsplash, flooring, roof, furnace, water softener • Private deck • Mature trees • Fenced yard LOADED WITH TONS OF POTENTIAL!

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$129,900 526 1ST ST, FOUNTAIN

#4068878

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage (880 sq. ft.)

• 3,748 sq. ft. • Original trim • Built-ins • 9’ Ceilings • Hardwood floors • Leaded/Stained windows • Updated windows & roof • Tons of potential SPACIOUS & CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

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$89,900 $59,900 $99,000 #4068237 160 1ST STREET NW, HARMONY 209 WASHINGTON ST NW, PRESTON #4071991 924 WASHINGTON ST NW, PRESTON #4058113 • 3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3,384 sq. ft. • 0.20 acre lot • 4 Bedrooms plus den • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage, 3,180 sq. ft.

• Hardwood floors • Original wood work & built-ins • 9’ Ceilings • Leaded windows • Fireplace • Permanent siding • Unfinished walk-up attic • Could be made into duplex

• 3 Bedrooms • Bath • 2,400 sq. ft. • 0.41 Acre lot • 1957 Ranch w/full basement • 2 Enclosed porches • Newer windows, vinyl siding, roof, mechanicals • 2 Car garage • Corner lot with mature trees

For more information on these listings and others visit...

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222 WESTSIDE LANE, FOUNTAIN

#4071993

• 3 Bedroom • 3 Bath • 3,038 sq. ft. • Main floor living • Master suite with ceramic tile shower & WI closet • Fully finished • Icynene insulation • Quality windows • Steel siding • Deck • Patio • Granite countertops • Large lot on dead end backing up to City Park

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE

LANESBORO – New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $99,900 $87,900 CHATFIELD – Commercial lot offering 0.85 acres, city utilities, level, 311 feet of Hwy 30 frontage, ready to build & only couple blocks off Hwy 52. #4062958 $89,900 FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900

FINGERSON & DONAHOE FIRST SUBDIVISION - CHATFIELD ONLY 2 LOTS REMAINING • $37,900 - $39,900 • 0.31 acres - 0.42 acres • Covenant Controlled • Close to Elementary School • Close to Golf Course

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• 4 Bedrooms on one level • 1.5 Bath • 0.26 acre lot • 9’ ceilings • Main floor laundry • Updated windows • Steel siding • New roof, furnace, water heater & disposal • Hardwood floors • Well-maintained • Great location

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• 4 Bedroom • 2,478 sq. ft. • 0.25 Acre lot • Kitchen, Bath, Laundry remodeled in 2003 • Newer roof, windows, doors, vinyl siding, CA • Main floor living • Short walk to downtown/school

$339,900

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www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 867-9100 Cell: 259-9110

• 3 Bedrooms • Main floor living • Remodeled • Newer roof, furnace, water heater, windows • Appliances • Steel siding • Deck • Storage shed • Ideal for downsizing or starting out • Move-in Condition

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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

211 SArGent rd LeroY PENDING $44, 500

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Charming little 2 bdrm 2 bath home that has been completely updated and remodeled down to the stud walls. All newer flooring, electrical, plumbing, along with kitchen and bathroom updates.

Newer high efficiency furnace, all appliances included, new landscape rock & new rock for drive. Move in condition & ready for immediate occupancy.

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Currently used as rental property (duplex) but could easily be converted back to single family dwelling. 2 hot water heaters and boilers.

Original woodwork, hardwood floors, main floor laundry and second entrance to basement for upper level laundry area. Built in hutches in the dining room, one full bath and one 3/4 bath.

Upper level has 2nd kitchen for duplex. Outside staircase for entrance to upper level unit. Single car garage and storage shed.

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$129,900

Beautiful 4 bedroom 3 full bath home situated in newer cul-de-sac subdivision. Master bedroom w/master bath. Deck located off dining room w/patio doors.

The house has been freshly repainted with updated colors and all the carpets have been professionally cleaned. Large finished lower level with family room, 2 bedrooms and full bath. Upper level consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, formal living room, kitchen and dining room. The house was built in 2001 and has been very well maintained. Double car garage w/ cement drive with extra area for RV parking. Beautiful back yard with storage shed. Priced to sell!

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513 1St St Fountain

121 n. County rd 56 leroy

Spacious 2-story • 4 bedroom • 2 baths • Main floor laundry • Large private lot • Large covered porch • 3-season porch • Deck • New appliances stay • New furnace and water heater • Sunken family room • Living room • Built-ins

310 maple dr. laneSboro

SOLD!

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

Spacious 2 story on corner lot!

Open front porch, hardwood floors, stained glass, pocket doors & wood floors. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. 2 car garage. $74,900

317 fillmore St. W, PREStON

original Charm mint condition!

4 bedroom 2 bathroom 4 bedroom home with a view home - wood floors, & easy access to Root River original woodwork & Trail. Main floor bed, bath doors, high ceilings, & & laundry. Large deck. Storage shed. Move unique design. Updated plumbing & electrical. in and enjoy your summer in this home!

Large yard & corner lot. $114,900 $74,900

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Newer 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home at an affordable price. Vault, hardwood floors, breakfast bar, dining & dinette.

LL finished. 3 car garage with heat, floor drain. Backs up to park and Root River Bike Trail.

106 2nd St, fOuNtAIN

2 bedroom home, several updates.

Full basement with laundry & storage space. 2 Car detached garage. $63,000

Easy to keep & enjoy.

Main floor living & numerous updates.

Patio, spacious yard, room for a garden and your pets. 24 x 26 garage. Blacktop driveway. $84,900

25 Center St E, HARMONy

425 2nd Ave SE, HARMONy aFForDaBLE & SPaCIoUS!

100 Elmwood St E, lANESBORO

201 Ridgeview ln, lANESBORO

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400 Whittier St E, lANESBORO

509 Parkway Ave S, lANESBORO

Buy now, enjoy this season!

Completely done, 2 bedroom, 3 bath condo with plenty of space to entertain and take in the incredible views. High ceilings, in-floor heat, natural light, and loft. The master bedroom with en suite. Don’t miss this unit, call today!

3 bdrm, 3 bath. only 2 unfinished units left to make your own!

Spacious main Start with a clean slate and design your floor, partially new home from the floor plan to the finishing touches. 15 ft ceilings, large finished basement windows with morning sun and nice with walk-out. 1 car tuck-under. views. $155,000

2 bedroom.

Partially finished basement.

Insulated 2 car attached garage with access to backyard! $114,900

Well-maintained with a great layout.

Original details & many updates. Heated garage with workshop. $113,000

SOLD

235 HARWOOd AvE NE, CHAtfIEld 312 St PAul St NW, PREStON 265 2Nd AvE NE, HARMONy 301 WASHINGtON St, PREStON 141 3Rd AvE SE, SPRING GROvE 45 6tH St SE, HARMONy

216 PREStON St NW, PREStON 605 ElIzABEtH St SE, PREStON 26007 GlAdIOlA lN, lANESBORO 608 RIvER St SW, CHAtfIEld 501 E fIllMORE AvE, MABEl 112 S HudSON AvE, SPRING vAllEy

712 valley Ave, SPRING vAllEy

BuIld yOuR dREAM HOME

PENDING

Subdivision with country views and city utilities at an affordable price. No building permit fees or connection fees in 2016! Harmony is a super place to live, offering the quality lifestyle of a small town with a thriving business district, clinic and healthcare facilities. Get $5,000+ cash back/EDA incentive.

11615 285th Ave, HARMONy

PENDING

Great opportunity to own this building located in a high traffic area in scenic Lanesboro. Opportunities are unlimited. 2 rental units also on 2nd level. Ideal for a retail business. Buy now and be ready for the spring activity. $193,000

Harmony

Unlimited potential for the commercial property on 2 acres conveniently located on high traffic area. Building with new metal roof, cement floor, knotty pine ceilings and walls, loft area, garage, patio, covered decks and outbuildings

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ForeStville State park

2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, fishing, camping • Private • Ideal for house or cabin

income. 40 Acres crop land, FOr with 27 YeArS

approx. 10 acres CRP, 40 acres woods, balance pasture.

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2.8 acres with newer home, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom. Finished walkout basement. 2 car attached garage.

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101 Railway Ave, MABEl 2005 60’ x 80’ Steel Building, free span with 14 ft sidewalls, two 12’x12’ overhead electric doors.

840 sq ft interior office. 3 additional buildings.

Unique opportunity Beautifully designed interior space. Backyard space to own an inn. & attractive street front.

Rent single rooms 314 N Ash, MABEl 22 Main Ave N, HARMONy or suites. Separate Located in the heart of Harmony. residential or Commercial! owner’s living area Commercial space with 2 units. 2 off-street Excellent condition. Highway exposure & yard on main floor. Call today! space. Handicap accessible. parking spots.

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116 parkway ave. n laneSboro

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15413 Cty Rd 9, PREStON

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120 4th Ave SE, HARMONy

Great starter home! 3 bdrm 1 bath home w/main floor laundry and main floor bdrm.

All appliances included. Eat-in kitchen, formal dining area, open staircase, new vinyl flooring in kitchen, perm siding, single car garage w/cement drive, back patio area and alley access. Very affordable living. With a little TLC and updating you will have a charming home.

$107,900

liSt your property witH todd!

507-259-5454

Roxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI RoxanneJohnson@remax.net Cell: 507-458-6110

115 Center St E, HARMONy

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Location! • 1.36 acres next to State Bike Trail • Dead end road • Large open kitchen and dining • Main floor laundry • Main floor master • Formal dining room • Living room • Covered patio • 2+ garage • Storage shed • New windows • New septic • New furnace • Updated electrical • Dual heat with LP and wood burner combo

$89,900

Character throughout • 108 GreenleaFton rd Wood floors • Original woodwork • High ceilings • preSton Built-ins • Formal living room • Formal dining room • Main floor laundry • 4 bedrooms • 3 baths • Deck 9/10 acre lot • Overlooks Root River • Close to bike • Covered patio •W/o lower level • W/up attic • New trail • 4 bedrooms • New roof, windows, siding, furnace and c/a • Fenced yard • Covered porch roof • New windows • Updated electrical

1/2 acre lot • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • D/O • New roof • New flooring • Main floor laundry • New window • New furnace and water heater • Enclosed porch • Deck • Storage shed

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217 CHatField ave. nw preSton

$115,000

712 alley dr. wHalan

503 CalHoun ave laneSboro

$134,900

413 Center Ave. SPrInG vALLeY $62,000

NEW LISTING!

Ranch Style Home - ready for immediate occupancy. Numerous updates, including new roof, new furnace & A/C, new flooring, hardwood floors, and freshly painted interior.

You’ll love the spacious back yard with storage shed. All located in desirable mature neighborhood close to the school and north park. If you are looking for one level living this is it. Move right in. All the work has been done!

$189,500

205 Franklin St. nw preSton

Remodeled and updated • 3 bedrooms • 1 1/2 baths • Main floor laundry • Open kitchen w/center island • Formal dining room • Living room • D/O • Wood floors • New windows • New roof • Large deck • Fenced yard • 2 car garage

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$105,000

Charming 1 1/2 story home • 3 bedrooms • Remodeled and updated • .42/acre private lot • Cul-de-sac • Mudroom • New roof • New windows • Vinyl siding • Garage • Peaceful setting

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

625 LYndALe Ave. SPrInG vALLeY $78,900

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“One of a kind” property listed on the National Historic but could be expanded to 6. The double brick structure is well insulated. Updates include repairs on front porch, metal roof on house & garage, new side porch, updated windows, interior updates, newer appliances, and tuck point work on foundation. You will be impressed with the unique architectural features throughout the home.

Hardwood floors, original woodwork, arched doorways, exposed brick on dining room wall, and large bedrooms.

Located on larger lot with mature trees.

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

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409 main St. Sw preSton

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Private Country Setting! Exquisite 5 bdrm, 4 bath ranch home sitting on 15.54 Acres. Fenced, 2 lean-to’s, 54x36 pole shed, and pasture. Wooded w/ an abundance of wildlife. Granite countertops in kitchen & center island, geothermal heat w/LP back up. Call for more information!

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Awesome log home on 11 acres. Private location set back from hard surface road w/ blacktop driveway. 6 garage stalls – room for your hobbies & toys plus man cave. $499,000

1120 Matthew St SW, PREStON Expansive views to enjoy!

4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Hardwood floors and 18’ vault. LL walk out basement with family room & wine cellar. 1.5 acre lot with private walking trail. 2 car detached garage. $198,900

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EMPLOYMENT Root River Country Club is now hiring wait persons, cooks, and grounds crew. Full-time, part-time,and summer positions available. Please call 507-259-5890. h4/4, tfn-o Housekeeping, Green Gables Inn. Housekeepers needed weekdays and every other weekend starting immediately. Call 507-467-2936, ask for Jackie. h18-tfn Friendly Lanesboro Inn looking for motivated housekeeper.

Opportunity to grow into assistant manager. Must be available Sunday mornings, detail-oriented, and able to work independently. 507-438-5272. h6,13-o Accounting Specialist. Semcac, a non-profit human service agency located in Rushford, MN, is accepting applications for a full-time (32 hours per week) Accounting Specialist. Candidate must pay strong attention to detail, and have demonstrated ability to interpret and follow policies and procedures. AA degree plus 2 years related accounting experience required. Non-profit background and familiarity with federal and state grant funding sources a plus. Excellent benefits offered. Application and more information available at www.semcac. org or by contacting Barb Thompson at Semcac (507) 864-8202 or barb.thompson@semcac.org. Application materials must be received by June 20, 2016. EOE h6,13-o Spring Valley Senior Living is currently seeking Universal Workers to help with daily activities in our Senior Apartments. Duties include housekeeping, meal service, activities and some personal cares. Part-time positions available on Evening shift. Apply online at www.svseniorliving.com. EOE h6,13-o Spring Valley Senior Living is hiring full-time and part-time RN’s, LPN’s and CNA’s for our day and evening shifts. Flexible scheduling available!

Competitive wages and pay differentials offered. Visit our webpage www. svseniorliving.com to apply or contact Human Resources at 507-346-1247 for more information! EOE h6,13-o MABEL GrEEn LEA sEnior LivinG is LookinG for spEciAL pEopLE who wAnt to MAkE A diffErEncE.

part-time Activity Assistant Green Lea Senior Living is seeking a part-time Activity Assistant. Apply in person at Green Lea Senior Living.

Contact Julie or Kathryn with questions.

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

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

Monday, June 13, 2016

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT Spring Valley Senior Living is currently seeking a hardworking, energetic individual to join our dietary team as a dietary aide. No experience necessary, we will train the right applicant! Visit our webpage www. svseniorliving.com to apply or contact Human Resources at 507-346-1247 for more information. EOE h6,13-o Spring Valley Senior Living is looking for a part-time maintenance technician. Qualified applicants must have a degree in a related field or previous work experience, excellent communication skills and be able to multi-task. Class A boilers license preferred. To apply please send resume to hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE h6,13-o Oak Meadow Meats is looking for full-time and/or part-time meat cutter to assist in all areas of the business.

Duties will include processing carcasses and de-boning meat, packaging, preparing meat for retail sale, end of day cleaning, as well as other responsibilities.

Applicant must be able to handle physical work standing on his/her feet through the entire shift. Call 507-886-6328 or pick up application at: Oak Meadow Meats, 50 9th Street NE, Harmony MN 55939. h6,13-o Immediate Opening for Swine Production Technician on 650 herd sow farm located in Fountain.

Breeding sows / gilts. Steve @ 507-3988649. h13,.20-o KFIL/KVGO Townsquare Media in Preston is seeking a part-time on-air announcer. Computer experience and reliable transportation necessary. Must be available evenings and weekends.

Send resume to ilene.edwards@townsquaremedia.com. Townsquare Media maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. h13,20-o

Temporary full-time program technician position available at the Fillmore County FSA Office.

Applications must be applied for on a FSA-675 application available online at fsa.usda.gov or at the FSA office in Preston, MN and received by Friday, June 17, 2016. Contact Tammy Martin at 507-765 3892 for more information. FSA is an equal opportunity employer. h13-o Join our talented team, where we inspire children to be lifelong learners! One Block at a Time Learning Daycare Center is looking for an energetic, highly motivated, dependable lead teacher to join our team in the infant room. One Block at a Time is a large learning center serving the professional community of SE Fillmore County. One Block has an impeccable reputation as an outstanding childcare center with very nice facilities, friendly staff, and excellent curriculum. We are seeking a selfmotivated, creative, flexible and hardworking individual who has a passion for working and playing with children.

Qualifications: Post secondary credits and child care, elderly care or nursing experience necessary. Interested candidates send a letter of interest, resume and transcripts to nissa.knapp@isd2198. k12.mn.us. Applications can be obtained at http://www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us or any Fillmore Central School Office. h13,20-o

Housekeeping Positions

at Brewster’s Red Hotel in Lanesboro

Part-time, no Saturdays or evenings.

Must be available to work Sunday mornings by 10 a.m.

Please visit or contact Pam or Jim at Brewster’s Red Hotel

507.467.2999

Park Lane Estates Assisted Living

RN Wanted Part-Time Very flexible hours, competitive pay rate, benefits warm caring place to work family orientated.

24 to 32 hours per week.

111 Fillmore Place SE, Preston, MN Equal Opportunity Employer

Stop In To Fill Out An Application!

OR CONTACT: Cathy Nation Park Lane Estates, Preston MN 507.765.9986 or 507.259.3291

Lead Teller Merchants Bank, Caledonia, is seeking a Lead Teller. We are looking for a proven leader who is comfortable proactively developing and maintaining customer relationships. Leadership experience required and Teller experience preferred. Job duties include completing banking transactions, relationship building with customers, and supervising Teller staff. Must be able to work under pressure and have good judgment. If you have excellent customer relations, cash handling, and sales skills apply in person at Merchants Bank, Caledonia (1 Sprague Square), online at www.merchantsbank.com/about/careers, or e-mail NLMessenger@merchantsbank.com with a cover letter and resume or to request an application. Merchants Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

…because the journey matters

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

Part-time

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

Green lea Manor Nursing Home

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

…because the journey matters

Irlbeck Grain • Drivers Needed We are accepting applications for full/part-time drivers pulling 53' dry vans. Providing service to our customers in the Midwest and home on weekends. All drivers must be CDL class A certified and have a minimum of 2 years verifiable driving experience. Drivers must possess customer service skills as well as a safe dependable background. Irlbeck Grain offers great pay with incentives, a sign-on bonus, paid vacation, holidays and a 401K. Please call 800-237-8503 or email irlbeckadmin@hmtel.com.

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Eligibility Worker in the Fillmore County Community Services, Social Services Division. This is a regular, non-exempt position, eligible for benefits. Minimum Qualifications: Three years of clerical experience, or experience working with the public, or some combination of the two, totaling three years; or in accordance with the Merit System Eligibility worker position. Rate of Pay: Starting salary at $17.4176/hour according to the 2016 MN Merit pay scale with final salary dependent on qualifications. Job description with complete listing of qualifications may be obtained from the Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, P.O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965 by phone: (507)765-4566 or online at http:// www.co.fillmore.mn.us. Merit application and test scheduling must be completed through the MN Merit System at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ mnmeritsystem/default.cfm. Applicants must complete current MN Merit and county applications to be considered.

Eligible applicants must complete Merit Eligibility Worker test on or before July 13, 2016. Regular County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Application Deadline: 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 1, 2016. EOE h13,20,27-o Now hiring for Country Lodge Motel housekeeping positions in Harmony. 525 Main Ave N. Apply in person. 507-886-2515. h6,13-o CDL A DRIVERS $7,500 sign-on-bonus.

Medical benefits on day 1 & earn $65k+ your first year!!! Guaranteed pay. Profit sharing, 401k with company match & more! Email mnhr@mclaneco.com or call Hollie now! 507/664-3038 MCAN

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AUCTION CALENDAR

Sun., June 12 at 10am - Vehicle, Sporting Goods, Appliances, and much more Auction. Sale held at 508 Stevens Ave., Rushford, MN. For more information contact Becker Keenan Auctioneering at Tony - 507-458-4439 or Shawn - 608-317-8269.

Notice in the Journal.

Sat., June 18 at 9 am - A large selection of furniture, antiques, collectibles, toys, farm related items, woodworking tools, and household items. For more information contact www. springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com Notice in the Journal Tue. & Fri., May-June at 10am- Country Fresh Produce Auction. Hanging baskets, Bedding Plants, & More! For more info call Murt Boyum at Boyum Auction Service, 507-273-6941.

Listing in the Journal.

Sat., July 9 at 11am - Horses, ponies, cattle, goats, sheep, rabbits, (absolutely NO DOGS) A load of Chupp Tack. For more information contact Dan Yoder, Orla Yoder, Rudy Gingerich, Levi Troyer, or Tony Patzner - 507-206-1427.

Notice in the Journal.

ONLINE AUCTIONS Through Sun., June 19 at 5:30pm - DARR online auction. For more info and complete listing, DARR Auctions & Realty 800-852-0010 or www. darrauctions.com. Listing in Journal.

To list your Auction 507-765-2151

EMPLOYMENT

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

OWNER OPERATORS wanted. Paid all miles. No touch freight. Many operating discounts. Family run business for 75 years. Many bonuses and good home time. Direct deposit paid weekly. Call 800-533-0564 ext.205 (MCN)

Experienced CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS. Great pay and benefits. Driver friendly.

All miles paid. Upper Midwest Region.

Family run for over 75 years. Home when needed. Nice equipment. WWW. MCFGTL.COM Call now 507-437-9905 (MCN)

MAKE $1000 Weekly!! Mailing Brochures From Home. Helping home workers since 2001. No Experience Required. Start Immediately! www. centralmailing.net SD,ink WI) Printed(VOID withINSoy (MCN)

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Dietary aide includes every other weekend & holidays

Positions AvAilAble

For more information contact Shelly Dolley at 507-886-6544 ext: 73375

Preston & Spring Valley

Part-time

Gundersen Harmony Care Center

Gundersen Harmony Care Center Where old friends become reacquainted and new friendships are found!

rn/LPnCharge nurse 30-40hrs. per week am/Pm or Pm shifts night Position also open new siGn on Bonus: rn/LPn - $1500 tma - $1000 registered nursing assistant - $1000 Gundersen Harmony Care Center 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939

Preston, MN

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Full-time/Part-time Positions

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

EOE

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

The Fillmore County DAC has the following position available immediately:

A part-time job coach/direct support professional position available immediately. Hours are: Three days per week and on-call, Monday – Friday, including routes, with the possibility of this position becoming full-time. Hours of work for the scheduled three days per week: 8:15 a.m. – 2:30/2:45 p.m. and the hours of work for on-call: must be available Monday –Friday 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m./3:45 p.m.

Must have valid driver’s license. Competitive wages!

No weekends and no holidays.

Join our great team!

If interested, call Lori at 507-765-3378 for an application, or go to our website, www.fillmorecountydac.com for the application. EOE.

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WANTED

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

THANK YOU

THANK YOU

Wanted: Cars, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfno

NEW LISTING: 1315 Swanhill Dr., Albert Lea, MN. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, split level Condo, 996 sq. ft.. All appliances included. Single stall attached garage.

Lots of storage. Low maintenance living! $69,900.00. For a Showing call Matt Johnson 507-213-0360 or Heather Allen 507-318-0453 Broker/Associate KRL Realtors, licensed in Minnesota & Iowa. MLS#4070778 r23,30,6,13,20,27x

HUNTING AND RECREATIONAL LAND FOR SALE Parcels selling for $300-$400 per acre. 555 acres selling in 5 tracts, Wauban; 69 acres on the Big Fork River, Wirt; 66 acres on Mississippi River, McGregor; 160 acres, Milaca; 33 acres on St. Louis River, Floodwood. Auction June 21. Better Home & Gardens Real Estate; www.BHGBid.com; Lic. #86-79; 763/300-5055 MCAN

A big thank you to our family and friends for all the treats, special music, gifts, cards & wishes remembering me for my 85th Birthday. It was a very special day, and week!

God bless you all, Cleo Mensink

THANK YOU to our family for hosting our 80th birthday party. It was an enjoyable day with relatives and friends.

Thanks to all who sent cards. We appreciated each and every one of you.

Don & Phyllis Solberg ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

GARAGE SALES

AUTOS

Used Wenonah canoe 17 feet long in good working condition with no leaks. Call 507-251-5297. w23tfn-x

EMPLOYMENT $500 to $1,500+ WEEKLY mailing out my marketing contracts, from home. No experience necessary. FT or PT. Income guaranteed. To apply anytime, visit www.

HomeBasedVP.com (MCN) ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, Finishing, Structural Repairs, Humidity and Mold Control. FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-800-640-8195 (MCN)

By owner: 3 bedroom house in Rushford. Contract for deed. Flexible terms. New garage, kitchen, bathroom.

Must see (507) 454-2775. r6,13-x House for sale in Harmony.

4/5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. For more information call 507-452-6178. r13tfn-o

EMPLOYMENT

Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS

has current openings for experienced, mature, and caring individuals

Good Shepherd hair hut is now hiring for a part-time Licensed Cosmetologist. Applicants must hold a

current MN license. Background working with older adult clientele preferred but not required.

• Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center Applications available at Good Shepherd or online at www.goodshep-rushford.org.

Contact 507-864-7714 for additional information.

FOR RENT Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x

20th annual Garage sale.

Dresser with mirror Lowboy style, Home decor, shelves, picture frames, Baskets Household/Kitchen items, men’s and women’s name brand clothes and shoes, men’s and woman western boots. Dell copier, printer, and scanner; Everlast punching bag, garden art, craft items, paint, beads, and how to books, many other misc. items at Amy Bergey’s at 301 East Prairie Ave. Canton, MN. on Thurs., June 16th from 4 pm - 7 pm, on Friday, June 17th from 8 am - 6 pm. g13-x

nurse Full Time Night Shift

OFFICE SPACE with conference room $ for rent in historic downtown Preston,On 1,000 Sign MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x

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2 bedroom apartment in Harmony. Appliances furnished, no pets. $400 per month. 507-452-6178. r13tfn-o

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

Lanesboro 2/1 home for rent available 7/1 month to month $700+utilities and deposit, no pets or smoking.

608-397-9662. r13,20-o

FOR RENT

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

Are yOu AT LeAST 62 yeArS Or BeTTer, hAnDiCAppeD Or DiSABLeD? Lakewood Apartments located in beautiful downtown Chatfield, Mn

Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider

***Full-time Production*** Great Place to Work! CMG is Hiring for 1st and 2nd shift production positions.

F/T Permanent positions with OT when available We offer a 401k plan Great Performance is rewarded. $10.00/hour. Excellent Vacation Pkg., Paid 8 hr. for Holidays, Medical & Dental available. If you are looking for a company that you can grow with, this is a great opportunity!!!

Drug testing & Background screen required APPly in Person At CMG 3707 Commercial Dr. SW Rochester, 55902 Or call 507-923-4955 We look forward to meeting you!

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

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

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

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

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

NEW STARTING WAGE SCALE

Full-Time & ParT-Time

• Nursing Assistants (Full-Time & Part-Time $1750 Sign-On Bonus) • RN’s & LPN’s (Full-Time & Part-Time $3500 Sign-On Bonus) • Home Health Aides (Part-Time) Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for individuals who are compassionate, energetic, hardworking, and reliable to join our health care team. We currently have full-time and parttime positions available. We are willing to train the right applicant. We offer excellent benefits to employees working full-time.

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

• Health Partners Dental Plan • Matching Funds for 401(k) Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • Generous, Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC Applications should be forwarded to: Chosen Valley Care Center Attn: Director of Clinical & Resident Services, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com.

(EOE/AA)

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community

RN Case MaNageR Good Samaritan Society-Home Care is actively seeking an

RN CASE MANAGER

to join our team in the Fillmore County area.

The right candidate will be able to work independently providing nursing care to clients and direction and leadership to designated staff.

Requirements for this position include a current MN RN license, a valid driver’s license, and current CPR certification. Prior home care experience is a plus, but not a requirement. This benefit eligible position offers a flexible schedule with paid drive time and mileage.

To apply go to www.good-sam.com For more information contact Vickie at 1-888-381-3205 AA/EYE/M/F/Vet/Handicap • Drug Free Workplace

Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS

has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals

evening/night Shift nurse Full-time

$2000 SiGn-on BonuS • Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Business Office at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider

FOR SALE: 2009 Harley Davidson Rocker C, 4,000 miles, excellent condition. $12,000.00 firm. Call 507-4027350.a23,30,6,13,20,27-x DONATE YOUR CAR truck or boat to Heritage For The Blind. Free 3 day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of 800/439-1735 MCAN DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800-283-0205 (MCN) DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-752-6680 (MCN)

FARM Simmental and Sim Angus yearling bulls. Pulled black and red. Semen checked and ready to go to work. Grass-Lunning Simm., LeRoy, MN. Bob-507-438-9007, Luke - 507440-6386 or glsimmentals@gmail.com. f2,9,16,23,30,6,13,20,27,4-x

FOR SALE Wood pallets. All sizes and wood colors. $5 each. Call 507-251-5297. s23tfn-x Central Boiler certified Classic Edge OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. The perfect combination of performance and value. Financing Available with approved credit of applicant. Call Today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533-4523. s30,6,13-o For Sale: AKC Lab Puppies Yellows, Blacks. Shots, dews, wormed.

Great family dogs. See both parents. $600.00 each.

Call 507-391-3388. s6,13,20-x FOR SALE: 2003 Larson 18’ runabout, I/O, 4.3L Volvo Penta engine w/approx..

90 hrs., EZ load trailer w/new tires, canopy, depth finder, skis & inner tube included. Very good condition. $9,900.00. Call 507-383-6192. s13,20,27-x Trailer Sale! Dump trailers 14’ 14k w/ tarp $6,450.00; 6’X12’ Cargo ramp door $2,699.00; 14,000lb Skidloader trailers SAVE $400.00; Scissor lift trailer $3,477.00; 150 in-stock 515-972-4554 info & priceswww.FortDodgeTrailerWorld. com (MCN)

EZ-GO & Yamaha GOlf Carts SaleS & Service New & USed

nurse Full Time

Ivan Vreeman

harmony Golf Carts

507-273-6928

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

PO Box 273 • 70 4th St. NW, Harmony MN 55939 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!

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al larson & sons Holiday Hours plumbing & heating Holiday Hours

Holiday Hours

Monday, Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve - Closing atat Noon Noon Monday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Closing preston, (this includes includes the the drive drive up) mn • 507-765-2405 ascend yourEve connectivity Monday, Dec. Dec. 24 24 Christmas Eve Closing atat Noon Noon (this up) Monday, -- Christmas -- Closing (this includes includes the the drive drive up) up) Tuesday, Tuesday, Dec. Dec. 25 25 -- Christmas Christmas Day Day -- Closed Closed (this Tuesday, Dec. Dec. 25 25 -- Christmas Christmas Day Day -- Closed Closed Monday, Monday, Dec. Dec. 31 31 -- New New Year’s Year’s Eve Eve -- Closing Closing atat 33 pm pm Tuesday,

Country Trails Inn & Suites

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100 Saint Anthony St. N Preston, MN 55965 507-765-3823

ATM Available 24/7!!!

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ROOT RIVER SALOON

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Ody’s

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Meats & Catering

EBT Customers Welcome • www.odyscountrymeat.com

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

Spring Valley, MN 1030 N. Broadway 507-346-9836

rushford 864-7771 houston 896-3127 st. charles 932-4100 lewiston 523-2277 goodview / winona 452-4241

507.867.3939

LeRoy, MN 102 West Main 507-324-5260

www.hofffuneral.com

129 South Main Street Chatfield, MN

Rushford 507.864.7755 Houston 507.896.7755

205 205 Parkway ParkwayAve Ave N, N Lanesboro, MN (507) 467-3797

Preble Farmers Mutual Insurance Co.

112 Coffee St. • Lanesboro, MN • 507-467-3355

ON & OFF SALE

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