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Wykoff Council shocks mayor By Jackie Horsman jackie@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The June 9 Wykoff City Council meeting started seemingly ordinary and ended with a bang. There were some simple matters discussed, such as approval for the fire department to purchase $500 in candy for summer parades, approval for the Wykoff summer youth softball teams to have their entry fees covered as well as some equipment with a cap of $500 in spending put in place. The council approved the hire of Jeff Copley, of Rushford, as the Class B waste treatment center operator. Copley will be hired to oversee up to two other employees who will do maintenance under his direction and be trained along the way to achieve licenses as he has done with other cities. Copley will only be hired as eight hours per week at $36 per hour. The hire

Officer Joe Fishbaugher, known simply as “Officer Joe” in the halls of the Brookings Public Schools, was this year’s School Resource Officer of the Year. He received the award on May 6 at a special ceremony. Photo submitted

“Officer Joe”, Harmony native, named South Dakota School Resource Officer of the Year in 1994. Joe is the son of Tom and Barb Fishbaugher. mitchell@fillmorecountyjournal.com Officer Joe is the most recent “It has been a pleasure to work recipient of a very prestigious with Officer Joe in Brookings,” award, School Resource Offisays Mickelson Middle School cer of the Year. A lot has went Principal Melinda Jensen, one into making Joe this year’s award of the administrators responsible recipient. for a nomination for the School Like most college students, it Resource Officer of the Year took Joe a few attempts to naraward. “Officer Joe adds to the row down his interests. He origicalm, orderly sense of decorum nally set out for South Dakota at our schools. He maintains State University - Brookings after a professional distance when being recruited for football. At necessary--but is engaging and that time he was seeking a degree personable so the students feel in Veterinary Medicine, but then his honest care for them.” made a change to Sociology with “Officer Joe”, the individual a minor in Criminal Justice and to which Jensen refers to, is Har- then transitioned to Business mony native Joe Fishbaugher Economics before finally settling who graduated from Harmony on Criminal Justice. By Mitchell Walbridge

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passed after a vote of 4-1. It was decided the council will meet with Coply on June 18 to set up job description(s) for the new hire(s). There was some confusion about ordinances when the council discussed bushes owned by the Horsman family on North 4th Street. Previously, a complaint was brought to the council by a neighbor who had asked the city have the property owner remove them. Councilman Mitch Grabau, who also sits on the zoning committee, reported to the council Horsman had visited with the committee at their recent meeting and discussed the bushes. Grabau, on behalf of the zoning committee, recommended the bushes stay where they are and did not need to be removed. He stated if the bushes came out, many bushes would have to come out in town as well and the homeowner had See WYKOFF Page 2 

Commissioners discuss revenue options for road preservation to deteriorate. In 2013 the legislature passed karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com two laws to give counties the At the Fillmore County ability to raise revenue for transBoard’s June 10 meeting County portation, the Wheelage Tax and Engineer Ron Gregg expressed the Local Option Sales Tax. It his concerns about the condition has been estimated that together of the county’s infrastructure, the taxes could raise $1,090,800 specifically roads and bridges. per year for transportation proj In a letter to the commis- ects for the county. Gregg sugsioners, he made it clear that gested these funds could help without additional transporta- with pavement preservation and tion funds to preserve current bridge replacements on 3-digit infrastructure, the condition of roads. He stressed that the counroads and bridges will continue See COUNTY Page 11 

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the city by Thein. An adjustment was approved for sewer billing for the property on 301 South Street. The homeowner had suffered a frozen pipe and leak in February. The council approved the adjustment and Clerk Davis was instructed to use the 2013 meter readings. In new business, Clerk Davis informed the council meter deposit interest had not been given as it should have been. The city should have been paying interest on meter deposits for some of the new meters. Davis had a list of names and monies owed from the past few years. While the amount was minimal, Davis will be deducting it from the bills of those residents affected. The council was also visited by Kevin Beck, of Fillmore County Emergency Management. Beck had been contacted by Clerk Davis on behalf of Mayor Hare after the siren on South Street had quit working. Beck started to speak with the council about their options, including a new siren and/or help activating them from Fillmore County Emergency Management when Councilman Comstock told him he didn’t understand why he was there and that he was not invited by the council. Comstock stated the issue had been decided on

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planted them prior to the current ordinance in place. The recommendation also implied the bushes be removed only if a street were to be developed. City Clerk Davis read the current ordinance dealing with fencing, trees and shrubs, to the council. Councilwoman Larson made a motion to let the bushes remain in place and it was seconded by Councilman Comstock. The motion carried. In other old business, City Maintenance Director Al Williams had provided a written note in regards to pump replacements for the city wells as he was not in attendance. Previously, Thein Well Company had suggested to the council pump replacement along with other parts to the city’s main well. Williams had contacted two other well companies for a second opinion. Both companies had said there are two wells still pumping the same gallons per minute as a year ago and they would not recommend doing anything until one of the pumps starts pumping 40 to 50 gallons less per minute. Councilman Comstock also offered he had spoken to Rowland Well out of Chatfield and they had told him they could do it for less than the quote provided to

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at the previous council meeting and the city would just fix what they already had. Comstock further explained the city simply did not have $25,000 to replace the current ailing siren. Beck explained he had been contacted by Davis weeks earlier and wanted to follow up with the city so they understood their options. He further explained the price quote had been misinterpreted by the council and the $25,000 was for two sirens and not one. Beck reassured the council he was not in the business of selling sirens; he was only there to help ensure safety. Mayor Hare thanked Beck for his input. The council approved the purchase of a roll of snow fence to be used on the northwest side of Fourth Street. City Maintenance Director, Al Williams, had requested the purchase in hopes of deterring snow piling up around a fire hydrant. Also discussed were several nuisance letters to be issued to homeowners in regards to mowing their lawns. The city ordinance states grass shall be no longer than 18 inches or the city will mow and bill the homeowner $75. Other nuisance issues will also be issued for junk piling up at three residences. The Bank Gift Haus will also be issued a nuisance letter concerning the tables and chairs on the

sidewalk. Councilman Vreeman raised concern over the tables being staggered on the sidewalk and not allowing walk through access to some and not abiding handicap accessibility for sidewalk use. It was decided the table and chairs could remain if the business owner keeps them to one side (towards the building). Prior to adjournment, Councilwoman Larson stated she would like to enact a Vote of No Confidence. She asked if everyone at the table understood what that was and no one spoke up. Larson stated she felt Mayor Hare has not taken anything the council has said with consideration. She cited she had looked up information from the Minnesota League of Cities and was concerned that Hare could cause the city liability issues and could result in legal action against the city. Larson gave examples and stated Hare had spoken to an applicant in his place of employment prior to interviews. Hare interrupted and stated the individual was not asked to his place of employment but stopped there to ask about the job. Larson continued stating Hare had violated data privacy by telling one applicant about another applicant in an interview. Hare stated there were three individuals at the interview and they had all spo-

ken and then asked who; Larson stated the meeting was recorded and she only heard Hare’s voice and she could not say names. Larson then continued stating Hare had given directives to city employees without prior consent from the council. Hare told Larson she had not said anything about any issues like this to him; Larson said that, yes, she indeed had and the council had as well. Hare said, “Not to my satisfaction, you have not.” Larson called for a Vote of No Confidence, Councilmans Grabau, Vreeman and Comstock all voted yes and Larson finished the vote with her yes. She asked Hare if he wanted a copy of her paperwork and Hare obliged stating that he would return a response with his resignation. Larson told Hare no one was asking him to resign and Hare said they had no confidence in their mayor and he would be resigning. The meeting was adjourned. Journalist’s note: A Vote of No Confidence is defined as a statement or vote which states that a person in a superior position - be it government, managerial, etc. - is no longer deemed fit to hold that position. This may be based on said person falling short in some respect, failing to carry out obligations, or making choices that other members feel are detrimental.

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Complaints about cats addressed in Canton By Liz Giese The Canton City Council addressed complaints about cats at their regular meeting on June 11. Jamie and Katie Dierson, as well as other Canton residents, have complained about cats apparently belonging to a neighbor. There are several cats running around in their neighborhood that have no collars or ID tags. Jamie Dierson and Fillmore County Sheriff Deputy Dan Dornink were present to discuss the complaints with the Council. Mr. Dierson stated that the cats are a problem. They are defecating, killing birds and leaving tracks on his property. He suggested that he would like to do something about it

himself. Councilor Carl Ernst stated that he generally handles the nuisance work for Canton and that any cats caught should be brought to him so he can keep a record. He said that the fines are progressive, meaning that the fine goes up each time the same animal is caught. Deputy Dornink also recommended that Mr. Dierson let the City handle the issue so it can be documented properly. The Council noted that residents are allowed a total of four cats and dogs in any combination. The Dierson’s neighbor has three cats and one dog registered with the city. It was decided that Councilor Ernst and Deputy Dornink would

photo document the registered animals and make sure the owner is in compliance with city’s limit of four cats and dogs. Once that is done any unidentified and unlicensed cats in town will be caught and held for 24 hours before being euthanized. Please be aware that Canton is trying to reduce the number of stray and excess cats running around town, so it is very important to keep track of your pets and to make sure they are licensed. If you need to register a pet or if you cannot find your cat, please immediately contact the City Clerk’s office at (507) 743-5000. Other Business Canton resident Ken Fabian was present to ask the Council for dust control on Prairie Avenue by the ball diamond to the township shed. He stated that his house is full of dust and noted that there is a lot of traffic and people drive fast on that road. City Clerk Lolly Melander got two quotes, Chucks Feed of Peterson at .75/ft and Chuck Larson of Ostrander at .55/ft. The Council approved the dust control and added that Prairie Ave. should be bladed before the dust control was applied. They stated that Chuck Larson had done this road in the past so they would contact him. Town engineer Jon Nordsving reported that a waste pump went bad so they are using an old one while he looks into the cost of rebuilding or replac-

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ing the broken pump. He also informed the Council that the cost is about $1,500 for the type and brand pump as the one the City is borrowing. He said that Darin Nordsving would accept a $700 utility credit as payment for the pump. The Council approved purchase of the pump. The new Canton Government Center barely resembles the old liquor store anymore. The door has been relocated to the side of the building with a ramp to the entrance and the siding has been updated. Much of the interior work, including sandblasting the ceiling, insulating and installing the furnace is done. The roof still needs to be done and the interior will need wall board, fixtures and outlets to be finished. The project is moving along and the changes are hard to miss. Councilor Cindy Shanks

was not present to provide an update on the plans for Canton Day Off, however details about the event are always available online at www.cantondayoff. com. A public hearing was also held on June 11 to get input from surrounding neighbors about the request to vacate an alley made by Jamie and Holly Knutson at the City Council meeting in May. It was held prior to the regular council meeting and was open for comments from the public. Before adjourning the hearing, Mayor Donivee Johnson stated that a decision on the issue must be made by all members of the council. Since two council members were not present the issue was tabled until next month. The next regular meeting of the Canton City Council is on Wednesday, July 9, at 7 p.m.

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By Eric Leitzen It has been a wonderful treat over these past few weeks to hear from the area’s own State Representative, one Greg Davids. It’s not often we get a chance to see inside the mind of our elected officials, and it’s even rarer to get to see into the mind Eric Leitzen of their wellpaid party operatives. It truly has been illuminating to read Mr. Davids’ commentary and, as a legislator that has been a near permanent elected official since the time I was 6 years old, it should go without saying that he wouldn’t simply parrot party-

line talking points that can easily be disproved with a simple Google search. No doubt our long-term representative is well aware of the dangers of resorting to scare tactics or fearmongering in his public discourse, so it was refreshing to see that he didn’t try to paint a clearly counterfactual picture of the job creating and beneficial Affordable Care Act, which is growing in popularity more and more as it is implemented. I wanted to be sure to commend Representative Davids for his hard-line stance against the teachers and professionals who engage in the piffling task of education the next generation of Americans. In this day and age of less technology, shrinking classroom sizes and an increas-

ingly un-global marketplace, there’s absolutely no reason why we should be giving our teachers and educators such extravagant luxuries as hospital visits. Why, I know that even I, a part-time Minnesota educator, spent a year working with special education students, and surely you’d agree that such a cakewalk of a job shouldn’t be dignified by the community with uppity ideas like healthcare. If I had wanted to get my badly deteriorating Wisdom Teeth removed earlier, I should have been a Real American and gotten a Real Job at a Lobbying Firm or, as former Republican Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney said, I should have simply stuck my parents with the bill. Greg Davids has a plan for Minnesota’s future, and that future mostly consists of begging the past for money, and

MnSure & Obamacare... To the Editor, In a political ad in the June 9 edition of the Journal, Rep. Davids gives his version of the facts on MnSure and Obamacare. Here are some others that he might what to consider. As of June 1, MnSure and the University of Minnesota are reporting that between September 30, 2013, and May 1, 2014, the number of uninsured Minnesotans fell by slightly more than 40 percent. There are now an estimated 180,500 more Minnesotans who are insured. This represents the lowest rate of uninsured since records have been kept. To date, 236,745 Minnesotans have enrolled in quality, affordable coverage through MnSure. 136,303 are enrolled in Medical Assistance, 48,942 in MinnesotaCare and 51,500 in a Qualified Health Plan. Among those now covered are certainly some of those Rep. Davids claims lost their coverage because of Obamacare. First, it is more accurate to say that these people’s

policies were discontinued because they did not meet the Obamacare standards. Second, a better estimate based actual insurance industry numbers is 140,000. The 280,000, that he reports, is actually the estimate of Minnesotans who, at the time of the estimate, bought private insurance. Please get your numbers straight. I would ask Rep. Davids to explain why these facts when combined with his own, lead him to conclude that Obamacare is, as he has said elsewhere, the most abysmal disaster in Minnesota history. Explain that to those who lived through the Great Depression or fought at Normandy or Gettysburg. We need someone in St. Paul who has the energy, motivation and honesty to look at all the relevant facts. We need someone with a can-do attitude who has the drive to make things better, not a naysayer who thinks helping people get health care coverage is a big waste of money. Dennis DeKeyrel Harmony, MN

ObamaCare... To the Editor, After reading Rep. Greg Davids’ vitriolic attack against ObamaCare, I can only conclude he’s for full repeal. This puts him at odds with mainstream Republicans who have abandoned this approach recently, conceding ObamaCare is the law and here to stay. Now they talk “fixing” rather than repeal. I assume “Uncle Greggie” is for kicking people under 26 off their parent’s plans, replacing the Part D Medicare donut hole for seniors, taking away tax credits for small businesses, allowing insurance companies to pay executives megasalaries, drop folks with pre-existing conditions, when they get sick, deny coverage after they get sick, charge more for being sick, or just being a woman. That, plus telling the tens of millions who either obtained or will get affordable insurance for the first time to forget about it. What’s right winger David’s plan? Ah yes, the far right health plan, GSAD. Get Sick and Die. Jerry Grehl Harmony, MN

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that’s as it should be. But I know I haven’t convinced you enough. Mr. Davids is right: MNsure is a “colossal failure.” Why, as the deadline approached, the Star Tribune reported that it had only “1,000 enrolling daily.” He was right to use words like “compliance” and “unfunded mandate” to create a picture of the Affordable Care Act as an act of oppressive government, and the most recent of a long string of right-wing violence earlier this week in Nevada certainly has nothing to do with the overheated rhetoric over the man with the “un-American” name in the White House or the audacity of said “foreign” sounding man to pass a Healthcare program originally created by, and passed in states by, Republicans themselves. I mean, it’s not like Minnesota has had any prob-

lems with unstable men misusing their guns... except that one.... or that other one. I say Representative Davids is on the right track with his short, punchy articles. After all, no one gets scared into giving away their lunch money from the kid who asks nicely... and all of those proposed tax cuts aren’t going to pay for themselves. Surely, we should believe that Representative Davids, a man who makes more at his Capitol part-time job than I will make in one full year of my full-time job, has the interests of the poor and downtrodden close to his heart. Not close to your heart, though. That thing’s a ticking time bomb. Too bad you can’t go to the doctor, though... you’re only part time.

Thank you... To the Editor, My name is Lina Della Libera from Germany, and I had the awesome opportunity to be a PAX exchange student at Fillmore Central High School this year. My host family was the Corson Family of Preston- Eric, Tara, Siri, Elias and Jonas. I arrived in Preston last August and from the beginning I was pleasantly surprised by how friendly and helpful everybody was: my teachers, the principal Mr. Olstad; the high school administrative assistant Jane Sagen, and of course the FC students helped me out. Within a week I felt as if had always been part of this school! The same thing happened with the whole community, and I can only try to express how thankful I am for every ride, smile, encouraging word and the chance to be a part of this amazing town. I am so grateful that I was able to have this great experience and this would not have happened without

my host family. The Corsons spontaneously opened their home and family for this strange German, who is now lucky enough to call them Mom and Dad. Thank you also to the extended family and especially Nana and Papa (Terry and Pam Rasmussen) who welcomed me as their 10th grandchild. The Corsons seem to have had as much fun as I did and are going to host a Ukranian exchange student next year. If you are interested in hosting an exchange student you can contact my community coordinator Donna Ryan to whom I also owe a big “Thank you!” at (608) 3237039. Thank you to everybody who made my exchange year so awesome. I will always remember you! With thanks, Lina Preston, MN

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C ommentary One Moment, Please... Slender Man not the issue By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal Cell: 507-251-5297 jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com You may have heard in the news that two 12-year-old girls from the same school in the Milwaukee area lured a classmate into the woods where they stabbed her 19 times to please Jason Sethre a fictional Internet character known as Slender Man. In another case in Ohio, a 13-year-old girl committed a copycat crime by stabbing her mother while in their kitchen at their home. Again, she cited her actions were an attempt to win the approval of Slender Man. It seems like every day we turn on the news, there is another mass shooting with random unsuspecting victims caught in the crossfire. •In California, a 22-year-old man allegedly murdered six adults and wounded 13 others. At Seattle Pacific University, in the state of Washington, a 26-year-old man allegedly killed one person and wounded two others. •In Oregon, a 15-year-old stu-

dent allegedly killed a 14-year-old classmate, wounded a teacher, and then took his own life. In Las Vegas, a husband-and-wife team allegedly murdered two police officers in a restaurant and then went to a nearby Walmart where they allegedly murdered a shopper who confronted them with his own handgun. Later, while confronted by police, the wife shot her husband and then shot herself. Both suspected killers died. •And, a 24-year-old man allegedly murdered three Royal Canadian Mounted Police officers during a shooting spree in the eastern Canadian city of Moncton. •This all happened in just the past couple weeks. If this isn’t alarming, then I don’t know what is. I would certainly hope that this is not the new norm. Honestly, I don’t want to turn on the news some mornings. I used to blame it all on the appetite of national media to strive for sensationalism to drive view ratings, but these events have become our

national reality. •And, then we hear about Slender Man being the catalyst for these two recent stabbings by young girls attempting to appease some fictional Internet character. Unfortunately, while our national media always seeks to place blame on guns, knives or even Slender Man, the real culprit is completely ignored. The reality is that anything can be used as a weapon to harm another person. Vehicles, planes, bats, chains, shovels, frying pans, household chemicals; you name it and there is a potential threat of malice if people are not in the right frame of mind. And, this is where the real challenge lies. We continue to dance around the real issue at hand. We are facing a significant mental health issue. How do we attempt to address this issue? How do we determine who is at risk of harming themselves and others? And, how do we help those individuals get the help they need so they don’t harm themselves or others? I don’t have any solid answers to these questions, and I wish I did. But, we do need to seek to understand and find some resolve.

Government this week •Monday, June 16, RushfordPeterson School Board meeting, 5:30 p.m., Rushford Computer Room. •Monday, June 16, Preston City Council meeting, 6 p.m., Council Chambers. •Monday, June 16, Kingsland School Board meeting, 6:30p.m. •Monday, June 16, Chatfield School Board meeting, 7 p.m., High School Media Center. •Tuesday, June 17, Rushford Village City Council meeting, 7 p.m., Community Center. •Tuesday, June 17, Houston School Board meeting, 7 p.m. •Tuesday, June 17, MabelCanton School Board meeting, 7 p.m. •Thursday, June 19, Lanesboro School Board meeting, 7 p.m. Elementary Media Center/ Library. •Monday, June 23, Chatfield City Council, 7 p.m., City Hall. •Monday, June 23, City of Rushford City Council meeting, 6:30 p.m. •Monday, June 23, Spring Valley City Council meeting, 6 p.m., City Hall. Schedule subject to change.

State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) is pictured with 6th grade students from Rushford-Peterson. The group visited with Rep. Davids recently while touring the State Capitol in St. Paul. Photo submitted by Jason Wenisch

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Modern family structure: What is the cost? Westphalian says: It’s fair to note that the AMA, ASA, APA and AAP along with numerous Journals and Regnerus’ UT Sociology department have all reviewed the study and said that it isn’t scientifically valid. All of the couples in their sample pool save for two exceptions were all couples in a heterosexual marriage. In other words, it only says Heterosexual marriages are bad when one of the parents is a potential closet case are bad and absolutely nothing about gay couples. It’s not just a handful of partisan critics that say the study is bunk, it’s been just about every professional organization, journal and even his own UT department. The courts weren’t exaggerated when they described it as discredited and fringe. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witherspoon_Institute Truthspeaks says: Thank you Mr. Jeff Erding for not being afraid to speak TRUTH !! Because we live in a fallen world ; we well know that there will be many people with criticism and even hateful remarks against your excellent article. When all is said and done, God’s Word will prevail. One day we will each stand before Him in Judgement. Kallen Bahl says: Finding a “scientific study” to back up one’s opinion these days is really quite simple. Just use Google. Mr. Erding is correct when he says “there is a lot of literature that finds ‘no difference’ in academic performance and mental health between children in Mom/Dad families and those raised in same sex couple families.” There is A LOT. It seems that the New Family Structure Study is regarded highly on the list of studies backing up Mr. Erding’s opinion. If that is the case, I am not too worried about my plan to one day raise children in a home with two moms. The American Psychological Association, American Psychiatric Association, National Association of Social Workers, American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics (the list goes ON AND ON) have all discredited the study. It has been called “severely flawed.” Anyone can find “facts” to back up their opinion. I could easily seek out literature that concludes it is best to raise a child in a home with two committed parents (regardless of gender) rather than a home with a divorced or widowed or single parent. Would I ever do that? Absolutely not. Because it is not my place to tell anyone how to live or who to love or what is “better.” Please, Mr. Erding, let your opinion dictate your own life. Do not tell me or anyone else what the “best” way is to live theirs.

A mom says: I hope that Mr. Sethre and Mr.Erding don’t succumb to the blasphemous threats and accusations that certain commenters are putting on here. There are so many people here in this area that completely appreciated this article and hope that there can be many more. The one commentor has resorted to calling anyone who likes this article a “bigot”. They get to answer to God someday soon for their actions. Our country was started by men who believed the Bible and loved the Lord, and therefore pursued liberty to worship God freely. Our nation has gone down the tubes, spiraling faster and faster - spurred on by people who are so caught up in this whole “hate” issue. The Bible clearly states that homosexuality is sin and those we disagree with this point, are disagreeing with the God who created them and this whole universe, not with us “bigots.” They will get their day to answer......and it won’t be by slandering you guys for printing this. Thank you again for allowing people to open up the local newspaper and actually be encouraged by truth.

State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) is pictured with 6th grade students from Kingsland Schools. The group visited with Rep. Davids recently while touring the State Capitol in St. Paul. Photo submitted by Jason Wenisch

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Obituaries Spring Valley City Council looks into cloud data storage Delores Anne (Barth) Joseph Delores Joseph, 82, formerly of Preston, Minn., died January 21, 2014, at her home in Upland, Calif. Delores Anne Barth was born in Preston on July 14, 1931, to Reuben J. and Anastasia R. (Baures) Barth. Delores attended school in Preston, graduating with the Class of 1949 from Preston High School. On November 24, 1950 she was united in marriage to Joe Lee Joseph in Preston. The couple drove to California for their honeymoon and liked it so much they decided to stay there. The Josephs made their home in Upland, while Mrs. Joseph worked at J.C. Penney’s, in Montclair, Calif. for 20 years. After her retirement, Delores and Joe, summered in Wabasha, Minn. and wintered at their home in Upland. Mrs. Joseph is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Sandy and Barry Harp; granddaughter, Julia Harp; and grandson, Danny Harp, all of Ontario, Calif. She is also survived by two sisters, Joan Barth and June Hovey of Austin, Minn. along with numerous nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Joseph; a daughter, Annette Joseph; her parents, a brother, Gene Barth and a sister, Beverly Ryks. A celebration of Delores’ life will be held at Crown Hill Cemetery in Preston on Sunday, July 6 at 4 p.m.

ley Ambulance Service. Minimum job requirements include Nationally Registered EMT certification and five years of related experience. Applications must be made on the City of Spring Valley’s application forms. The application forms and complete job description are available at Spring Valley City Hall or at www.springvalley.govoffice. com.” The job description was changed to eliminate the duties associated with Emergency Management. Many of the council members stated their opinions that there are too many duties for one person to handle. Jim Cooper has had those duties included in his job description

for several years. City Administrator Deb Zimmer stated that they will be interviewing candidates as soon as the deadline is met. The council also had a request from Jim Cooper regarding and upgrade to a server in a “cloud server. “The system would speed the computer useage for Val when she could do her work anywhere,” according to Cooper. Council members exchanged glances and questions. One of the questions was where does the private information go now and where on the cloud would it be? Deb Zimmer motioned to the sky and said, “It would be in a cloud just up there in a cloud.” Members decided more

information was needed and was the upgrade worth the cost of $1,495. Approval was given to Liquor License Renewals to Valley Lanes, Rack’s and TJ’s. There is a new license issued to a Liquor License for the Rockabilly Saloon. Back a meeting or two the council had closed the meeting to discuss a possible purchase of property. The Minutes from May 28 indicated that the closed meeting was to discuss the possible purchase of the former Trout Ponds on the east edge of Spring Valley now owned by Mary Kay Bondus. At this time the council decided not to make an offer on the property.

Summer food program for kids

of school staff. Free meals will follow the USDA guidelines for summer food service programs. These guidelines recognize the individual needs of children of various ages and meals are adjusted for children aged 1-6, 7-11, and 12-18. They include milk, fruits, vegetables, breads, and meat. Monthly menus will be available for viewing on the school website (www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us) or picked up in the lunchroom. Please use the southwest door (near the lunchroom)

when entering the building for breakfast and/or lunch. Children who are attending SAC, daycare, summer rec. activities, or summer camps will be taken to breakfast and/or lunch by staff. There will be some construction activity on the school parking lot this summer. The entrance door for breakfast and lunch may change depending on the status of the parking lot. We will have signs directing you to the appropriate entrance if necessary.

By Gary Peterson The Spring Valley City Council met on Monday, June 9 and approved the bid of $222,233.94 from Doyle Connor Company for the North Broadway Concrete Paving. The acceptance of Doyle Connor’s bid was recommendation by Bolton &Menk, consulting Engineers in Rochester. The final completion date was moved to August 14 to accommodating Ag Days. Friday July 11 is the deadline for applying for the job of a full-time ambulance director position. In the resolution passed by the council states: “This position will perform supervisory and managerial work overseeing the operation of the Spring Val-

With summer here, it’s time to think about keeping children healthy while school is out. Fillmore Central Schools will be providing free meals for children this summer! Free meals for children will be served at the elementary school in Preston on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. We will serve breakfast from 8-9 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m. each day. We plan to

begin serving free meals on Monday June 9 and continue until Friday, August 15. Meals will not be served July 4 and the week of July 21-25. There are no income requirements. Any child age 18 and under may come to eat for free. Children are expected to behave appropriately during these free meal times. Children are not to be in the school building between meals unless under the supervision

Fillmore County Church Directory Fillmore County Journal • Preston MN 507.765.2151 Perfect Glossy • Preston MN 507.251.5297 A rendahl Lutheran Church....………………………Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2477 A ssembly Of God Church & Valley Christian Center..... Sundays - 10 : 00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 Assumption Catholic Church.……..…Fri. - 8 : 30am & Sat. - 5 : 00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320 Bethlehem Lutheran Church...………………………Sundays - 9 : 00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344 Calvary Baptist Church.…….…………Sundays - 10 : 45am & 6 : 00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4686 Canton-Scotland Presby terian Church.....…………Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 Chatf ield Lutheran Church……………..Sundays - 8 : 00am & 9 : 30am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4721 Chatf ield United Methodist Christ…………………Sundays - 9 : 30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3529 Cherry Grove United Methodist...…………………Sundays - 10 : 00am 18183 160th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (Cherry Grove) (507) 937-3177 Christ Lutheran Church...……………………………Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2161 Christian Science Services.…………………………Sundays - 10 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Destiny Life Church.............………………………Sundays - 10 : 00am 104 West Jessie Street, Rushford MN 55971 (507) 429-1222 Elstad Lutheran Church...………………………….Sundays - 10 : 30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church....……………………Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church..……Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830 Fillmore Free Methodist Church...…Sundays - 8 : 30am & 10 : 30am 19127 County 8, Wykoff, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450 First Baptist Church....…………………Sundays - 10 : 30am & 6 : 00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840 First Baptist Church-Preston.…………Sundays - 10 : 30am & 7: 00pm 108 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4960 First English Lutheran Church.……………………..Sundays - 9 : 00am 217 W Grant St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2793 First Lutheran Church of Highland.………………..Sundays - 9 : 00am 22423 391st Ave, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3318 First Presby terian Church..…………………………Sundays - 10 : 00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2854 Fountain Lutheran....…………………………………Sundays - 8 : 30am Main Street, Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4413 Fountain United Methodist Church...………………Sundays - 8 : 30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4456

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Garness Trinity Lutheran...……………………..…Sundays - 9 : 00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905 Grace Lutheran Church..……………………………Sundays - 9 : 00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875 -2218 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…………………......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church..…………………Sundays - 10 : 00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2546 Harmony United Methodist Church..…............................10 : 30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henry town Lutheran Church.…………………………Sun. - 10 : 30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist..….....Saturdays - 9 : 00am 217 W. Jessie St., Rushford (507) 993-8328 Highland Prairie Lutheran Church.……………….Sundays -10 : 30am 43267 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church (Special Occasions) Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545 -2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church..………………………Sundays - 9 : 30am 254 Main St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church..……………Sundays - 10 : 30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Mabel First Lutheran Church………………………Sundays - 9 : 00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293 Mabel United Methodist Church..…………………Sundays - 9 : 30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296 Nativity Catholic Church...Sun. (1 & 2) - 8 : 45am & (3 & 4) - 10 :30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 Newburg United Methodist Church 3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24 North Prairie Lutheran.……………………………Sundays - 10 : 30am 35957 Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875 -2460 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.……Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 30am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 Pilot Mound Lutheran Church.……………………Sundays - 9 : 00am 8 miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875 -2460 Pioneer Presby terian Church ………………………Sundays - 8 : 30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4037 Preston United Methodist Church ………...........................8 : 30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2503 R iver Of Life Regional Church 220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853 Root Prairie Lutheran Church ……………………Sundays - 10 : 00am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55935 (507) 268- 4455 Root R iver Church of the Brethren ………………Sundays - 10 : 00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4772

Studio-A-Photography • Preston MN 507.251.6372 Visit Bluff Country • Preston MN 507.765.2151 Root R iver Community Church …………………Sundays - 10 : 30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074 Rushford Lutheran Church …………………Sun. - 9 : 00am & 5 : 30pm 101 S Mill St., Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152 Saetersdal Lutheran Church.………………………..Sundays -10 : 30am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, Rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church..……………………………Sundays - 9 : 30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680 St Columban Church.……..…………………………Sundays - 8 : 30am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -3886 St Ignatius Catholic Church.………………………Sundays - 10 : 30am 213 W Franklin St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7565 St John Lutheran Church.…………………………..Sundays - 9 : 00am 241 Line St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 St Joseph’s Catholic Church.………………………Sundays - 10 : 30am 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257 St Mark ’s Lutheran Church...………………………Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111 St Marys Catholic Church....…......……………………Sun. - 10 : 30am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthews Episcopal Church..……………………Sundays - 9 : 30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707 St Matthew’s Lutheran Church..……………………Sundays - 9 : 00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772- 4474 St Olaf Catholic Church.....Sun. (1 & 2) - 10 :30am & (3 & 4) - 8 : 45am 114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268 St Patrick ’s Church Hall ………………………...…Saturdays - 5 : 00pm Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480 St Paul Lutheran Church..………............................Sunday - 9 : 00am 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul’s Lutheran Church...……………………....Sundays - 10 : 30am Harmony, MN 55939 (Big Springs) (507) 886-8175 Sumner Center United Methodist Church.………Sundays - 10 : 30am 9 miles N. of Spring Valley on Co. Rd. 1 (507) 696- 4197 Trinity Fellowship ELCA..…………………………Sundays - 10 : 00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211 Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church………………Sundays - 10 : 30am 204 South St, Ostrander, MN 55961 (507) 657-2203 Union Prairie Lutheran..……………………………Sundays - 9 : 00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363 United Methodist Church.…………………………Sundays - 8 : 30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352- 4136 W halan Lutheran Church..………………………….Sundays - 10 : 30am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398

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hats. He went from being Chief of Police of a small town south of Sioux Falls, a position that led him to where he is today... working for the Brookings Police Department. He has been in Brookings for the last 13 years and is a school resource officer, D.A.R.E. instructor and is part of the Criminal Investigative Division that specializes in juvenile crimes, abuse, sexual assaults, drug addiction and family offenses. To prove he is dedicated to his community and its safety, outside of work Joe gets very involved as a member of several boards such as the Child Protection Team, Brookings County Youth Mentoring Program and Volunteer Service Bank. Joe also works as a member of the Methamphetamine Awareness Prevention Project of South Dakota, a committee that travels to educate communities, businesses, schools, hospitals and other public agencies about meth abuse and reporting procedures. The project also educates law enforcement, EMT’s and fire departments about the proper procedures to safely enter and decontaminate homes where meth is present. Other memberships include the National Association of School Resource Officers and the South Dakota Peace Officer’s Association, of which he is one of

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four co-founders. In the past Joe has been a volunteer firefighter with the City of Brookings, a volunteer at the Brookings Domestic Abuse Shelter, a member of Crime Stoppers, and an honorary member of the Brookings Optimist Club, and a member of a charity group in Brookings called the Lunch Club. Keep in mind these are all duties that he has had outside of his regular job. Officer Joe has been with the Brookings School District for roughly 12 years. “I love working with the children and building that relationship with the families, the teachers, and the youth so that we, Law Enforcement, are seen has human beings also, and not just ‘that cop’,” says Joe. Joe explains that besides crime a challenge that law enforcement faces with society is how police officers are often dehumanized. “People forget this is a job and that the person getting shot at by that bank robber has a 5 year-old daughter in school, or the officer that is investigating the rape and killing of a teenage girl, has not been home for over 48 hours, and is missing time with his or her family to help that victim’s family find closure. That officer can’t make it to the baseball game, the basketball game, or the Christmas sermon because he or she is out cutting a person out of their car because they drove drunk and hit a pole.” Situations like the ones Joe lists are ones that an everyday

citizen thinks comes in the job description. Even so, the scenes that law enforcement witness and the dedication they commit to is infinite. The job title ‘school resource officer’, to this author’s knowledge, is not a common term in any Fillmore County school district. For those who are unfamiliar with the need to have a school resource officer on school grounds, Officer Joe answered the question: Many here are unfamiliar with having an officer in the school since our districts are so small. Can you tell us the need for them, especially in larger districts? His response: “In this day and age, I don’t understand why law enforcement is not in our schools across the nation. Our children are our most precious commodity and we, as adults, no matter what role you play in your community, are responsible for their safety.” Joe thinks that this is not a problem put on shoulders of law enforcement or schools individually, but states, “I think the need for this is very apparent when all you have to do is turn on the news daily and see a mass shooting.” While some find the thought of having an officer present in the school around the clock intimidating, Joe explained, “Even in small communities, you don’t need to have an officer in the school, but there is absolutely no reason that police and deputies cannot walk through schools daily to get involved.”

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. The way society perceives crimes has evolved and continues to evolve. “We, as a society, have become so non-empathetic, that we sit on our couches at home and watch a person so chemically addicted that they are either going to die from the addiction or end up in jail. And this is entertainment to us,” says Joe. No day in the shoes of Officer Joe is typical. He spends the majority of his days covering five schools, soon to be six, in the Brookings School District. On any given day he may investigate a rape case, sexting, child pornography, drugs in schools, assaults, domestic violence, mental health problems, family problems, attendance issues with students, bullying and social media crimes. Despite dealing with the stresses of his daily work, Officer Joe really does love his job, and it shows. “He handles the difficult side of police business with authority, but never loses the sight of the fact that we are working with

children and adolescents-and our approach is to correct behavior and help students learn to make good choices in the future,” said Principal Jensen. On May 6 Officer Joe Fishbaugher was named the 2014 recipient of School Resource Officer of the Year at a special ceremony. His mother, Barb Fishbaugher who lives 10 hours away, was able to be present for the event. “I was very surprised when I received this award. I honestly didn’t know what to say when I saw her. She has pulled surprises on me before, but this award was not at all what came to mind... I honestly don’t think it has set in yet.” Joe Fishbaugher resides in South Dakota with his wife Nikki and her two daughters. Joe and Nikki were married June 29, 2013. He was also recipient of the 2009 Optimist Club Officer of the Year award and 2009 Officer of the Year for Veteran’s of Foreign Affairs.

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Stand Still Parade, new trail map highlight Whalan’s June council meeting By Steve Harris At the Whalan City Council meeting on Monday, June 9, the council received positive news on a number of recent projects and events. The Stand Still Parade Committee presented their final financial report to the Council, showing a net profit of $3,095.47 (on income of $6,770.75) for the event held on May 17. The parade enjoyed (mostly) good weather and strong attendance. That profit will be disbursed equally to the Whalan Lutheran Church, the Parade Committee (for preparations for future parade expenses), and to the City for town improvements. “We really appreciate the council’s continuing support of the Stand Still Parade,” said Joan Johnson, Chair of the Stand Still Parade Committee. “This year’s parade was another great success, thanks to the hard work of so many volunteers.” The Whalan City Council had contributed $400 to the parade, one of a number of donations that totaled $1,453.95. Other financial contributors included AcenTek, Cedar Valley Resort, Merchants Bank, and the Tri-County Electric Cooperative. Additional donations came from local residents, the Aroma Pie Shoppe, WWT Signs, and others. “This reminds me of snowflakes,” said Johnson. “One of us working alone can’t accomplish much, but when we all come together, just look at what we can do!” Johnson also shared the news that the Chicago PBS television station that was filming at the parade is planning a story tentatively scheduled for telecast in January, 2015. “The show will be one

in a series called ‘Wild Travels,” said Johnson. “It has the potential to be shown on more than 350 PBS stations nationwide. They were very pleased with the video footage they took at the parade.” Mayor Larry Johnson expressed the council’s thanks, as well. “We want to thank all the volunteers who work hard to help our little community keep moving in the right direction.” Next year’s Stand Still Parade in Whalan is scheduled for May 16, 2015. The council also received a report on a second event. On Friday, June 6, the new Whalan Trail Map was officially “turned over” to the City by the Trail Town Committee. The new map, located adjacent to the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan’s town park, shows the entire Trail Town system, and updates an earlier map created years ago. All nine trail towns have received a new trail map with support from a $2,600 grant from the Tri-County Electric Cooperative. Wes Harding, Whalan’s representative on the Trail Towns Committee, Joan Johnson, and Mayor Johnson, attended the June 6 event, as did Ted Kjos, Vice President of Marketing/External Relations for Tri-County, Brenda Tesch, Public Relations Director for Tri-County, and a number of Whalan residents. The Whalan City Council also received copies of the recently updated Whalan brochure at its June 9 meeting. Harding had earlier asked the council for support for the project, and expressed thanks for that support and the finished product. “This brochure is another useful

tool to help us show pride in our community, and to invite people from all over the state to visit Whalan,” said Wes. “I believe we have the prettiest, most pristine area for bikers to stop and rest on the entire Trail. We want to thank the council for the support of this brochure project that will help get the message out about all that Whalan offers.” A total of 5,000 brochures were printed, at a cost of approximately 14 cents per copy, and will be available in Red Wing, Winona, Preston, Lanesboro, Harmony, Rushford, Rochester, and other cities. Other Business There was follow-up discussion on the water drainage issue near Butch Culbertson’s property. “I went there during a recent rain storm to check out the drainage,” said Mayor Johnson. “The water was moving, but a low spot definitely exists where water collects. We need to determine what the best long-term solution can be.” No further action was taken on the situation at this time. Two Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) recently donated to Whalan by the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department need accessible locations, the Council was told. At present the AEDs will be at the Town Hall and at the Cedar Valley Resort main office. The issue of “dust control” on Everyday Road and Deep River Road was discussed. Chuck Larson will be contracted for work on that situation. The next Whalan City Council Meeting will be held on Monday, July 14, 2014, at 5 p.m. at the Whalan Town Hall.

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Whalan Trail town map “given” to city On Friday, June 6, a special ceremony was held in Whalan to officially “give” the new Trail Town map to the City. “We want to thank Tri-County Electric for making this possible,” said Wes Harding, Whalan’s representative on the Trail Towns Committee. “Their generous donation of $2,600 provided new, metal, weather-resistant maps for all nine trail towns.” The signs were produced in Casson by Images on Metal. Chris Kohn was the designer. “Volunteers in Whalan worked hard, as well,” said Harding. “The map is located just off the

trail, and new landscaping welcomes bikers coming through town. Many stop to take pictures at the sign.” Ted Kjos, Vice President of Marketing/External Relations for Tri-County, spoke on behalf of Tri-County at the event. “We have a commitment to our local communities,” said Kjos. “We live, work, and raise our families here, too, and we want to do all we can to strengthen and support our members and hometowns. Tri-County was excited to help with this project and are pleased with these beautiful new maps.”

Joan Johnson (Stand Still Parade Committee), Ted Kjos (TriCounty Electric) and Wes Harding (Trail towns Committee) show off Whalan’s new trail map, made possible by a donation from Tri-County. Photo submitted

Lanesboro Area Art Trail announces second season LANESBORO, Minn. - Lanesboro Area Art Trail announces the opening dates for the second season of their studio open house events. The first of six 2014 Lanesboro Area Art Trail weekends will take place on June 20 -22, 2014. Participating studios will be open Friday, June 20 1 - 6 p.m., Saturday, June 21 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday June 22 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. During the Lanesboro Area Art Trail, participating studio artists open their studios to the public. Visitors can see the creative spaces where these artists work, watch artists demonstrations, talk with the artists about their processes and shop for unique, one of a kind works of art to take home. Visitors will find paintings, photography, pottery and fiber arts available priced from $4 to $4,000 “The Lanesboro Area Art Trail offers a unique opportunity to see artists in their creative environments” said Sue Pariseau of Sue Pariseau Pottery. “I love participating in the Lanesboro Area Art Trail because it allows me the opportunity to visit with people about my studio, my work and ultimately have a one on one experience with those who enjoy my work. Watching how people interact and connect with my

pottery is something I don’t witness when my pots are in a gallery environment and I believe what is learned from that experience helps me make better pots.” The Lanesboro Area Art Trail is a collaborative event started in 2013 by and representing individual studio artists who create fine arts in and around the Lanesboro Minnesota area. Lanesboro Area Art Trail takes place one weekend per month, June through November. This event is free to the public. For more information on the event and other event dates please visit www.lanesboroareaarttrail. com or call 651-307-6373.

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SEMAC announces July 1 grant application deadline The Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council announces a call for proposals in three categories: Artists in Education, General Operating Support, and Individual Artists. All proposed projects must take place between October 1, 2014 and September 30, 2015 and culminate in a capstone event that is accessible and open to the public. The postmark deadline is July 1, 2014. SEMAC, a non-profit arts agency, is designated by the State of Minnesota Arts Board as the regional arts council for 11 southeastern Minnesota counties: Dodge, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, Rice, Steele, Wabasha, and Winona. For information about the grant application process, eligibility, or grant writing assistance, contact the SEMAC office at 2778 D Commerce Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901 or call 507-281-4848. Information may also be found on our Web site at www.semac.org. Artists in Education Grants Artist residencies are interactive arts activities providing K-12 students and teachers with direct arts

experiences with artists. Residencies encourage the professional development of artists by providing a unique employment experience and audience contact. Proposals will be accepted from public or non-religious private schools in the SEMAC region for residencies of 1-5 full school days based upon well-defined arts projects. The maximum amount for this grant is $3,000. No match is required. General Operating Support Grants General operating support is designed to strengthen and stabilize arts organizations with operating expenses of less than $160,000 in the previous year. The accounting period or fiscal year for which funding is requested must not begin before October 1, 2014 and must conclude within one calendar year. Proposals will be accepted from eligible arts organizations in the SEMAC region that have been programming for a minimum of three years. Colleges and universities are not eligible. The maximum

State representative Greg Davids files for re-election ST PAUL, Minn. - State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) has officially filed to seek re-election this fall to the Minnesota House of Representatives. “It is such a privilege to serve the people of Fillmore and Houston counties,” Davids said. “Under one party rule in state government, there has been little balance offered at the State Capitol. I am running to help restore that balance and to continue fighting for the needs of southeastern Minnesota.” This past session, Davids helped approve laws that provide property tax relief to rural Minnesotans, and continued his legislative support for the veterans cemetery in Fillmore County and for income tax reciprocity between Minnesota and Wisconsin. Davids said his top goals are to secure fair funding for our rural schools and nursing homes, ease your state income and property tax burdens, improve our local roads and bridges, and ensure that your tax dollars are not wastefully spent on unnecessary government programs.

“Having been born and raised in southeastern Minnesota, it, in my opinion, remains the best place in this state to live and raise a family,” Davids said. “I’ve

amount for this grant is $4,000. No match is required. Individual Artist Grants To encourage development of entirely original artistic works, SEMAC offers two distinct grants for individual artists: Established artist grants recognize, reward, and encourage outstanding individual artists and provide some financial support to enable them to continue their work. Emerging artist grants offer small but critical support for specific projects by developing artists from all disciplines who are committed to advancing their work and careers. Proposals will be accepted from individual artists who are full-time residents of the SEMAC region. The maximum amount for established artists is $5,000. The maximum amount for emerging artists is $2,500. No match is required. The individual artist grant program is generously supported by the McKnight Foundation of Minneapolis. For information about the grant application process, eligibility, or grant writing assistance, contact the SEMAC office at 2778 D Commerce Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901 or call 507-281-4848. Information may also be found on our Web site at www.semac.org. fought hard for the priorities of Fillmore and Houston counties, and I will continue to do so as long as I have the honor of serving as your state representative. I humbly ask for your vote this November, and look forward to visiting with area residents in the coming months.”

Recipients of the Fillmore Central Scholarship Foundation The awards were presented by school personnel at the Awards Night on May 19. Checks will be distributed when the students have presented proof of completion of the first semester and second semester registration at their respective post secondary institutions. Andy Love: $500 - In Memory of Richard Mensink Logan Masters: $500 - In Memory of Gregory Love Danielle Zinsmaster: $500 - Preston-Fountain Class of 1974 in Memory of Marion Klockman Draeger and Randy Dornink Sarah Reicks: $500 - In Memory of Bernice and Richard Nelson Nicholas Powell: $500 - In Memory of Waldo Bunge Jesse Nelson: $500 - Harmony Telephone Company Lindsey Weiss: $500 - In Memory of Earl Mensink Collin Bennett: $500 - Preston Village Community Chest Zachary Olstad: $1,000 - Leland C. Heusinkveld Memorial Scholarship - 4 consecutive years (3rd year)

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The city’s tax capacity is expected to increase by 2 percent per year. Young suggested that the property tax rate will remain flat with the 2 percent growth, unless there is an unexpected increase in some budget item. However, sanitary sewer rates are expected to increase 3 percent each year and water rates will have to increase 4.5 percent each year. The budget for overlaying streets will be cut in half or less for several years. Other Business In Brief •Approval was given to redefine two parcels located at 708 Grand Street as requested by Linus Hammell. A public hearing had been held on June 2 at Planning and Zoning with no comments from the neighbors. Commissioners recommended approving the request. Kristi Clarke explained the change makes for a more buildable lot. One lot now has a home and garage on it. Both lots will face Grand Street. •The Preliminary Plat for the Twiford Street Redevelopment First Subdivision was approved as recommended by P and Z. There were no questions or concerns raised at the public hearing held by P and Z on June 2. The result is two buildable commercial lots with no accesses to Highway 52. One lot will have two accesses on Twiford Street and the second lot will continue to access Grove Street. •The city council held a public hearing with no comments from the public on the Final Plat for the Twiford Street Redevelopment First Subdivision. MnDOT commented that it was acceptable and Olmsted County Public Works had no comment. The Final Plat was approved. •The second consideration and publication of Ordinance #412, Franchise Agreement with Alliant Energy, were each approved. •Tony Lammers recommended the hire of Caleb Stavlund for a summer helper and the hire of Matt Manahan for part time help through October. Both hires were approved.

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By Karen Reisner Deb Jorgenson addressed councilors at their June 9 meeting about a proposal to host the Fillmore County Relay for Life in 2015 and 2016. Councilor Robert Pederson was absent. Jorgenson and Wendy Kirchner have been working on plans to host the event. The walk for cancer is proposed to be held in City Park and on the Chatfield Center for the Arts grounds. In 2013 Fillmore County surpassed its goal of raising $125,000; raising a total of $128,939.77. It was the seventh highest dollar amount raised per capita in the United States. It is estimated that early on there may be about 700 or more walkers. Camping spaces for tents and some campers are to be located in and around the park for the overnight event. The proposal has been discussed in the Park and Recreation Committee and they recommended approval. The city council gave their approval which will involve things like the use of City Park, the closing of some streets, the allowance of luminaries, and some cover by police. 2014 Reconstruction Project •Dillon Dombrovski, WSB and Associates, informed the council that two bids had been received for the 2014 Street and Utility Reconstruction project. He recommended the low bidder, Zenke Inc., La Crescent, in the amount of $1,609,174. The bid was lower than the engineer’s estimate which was $1,654,782. Because one easement from a property owner was not yet in place, the council decided to wait to award the bid until after the easement had been secured. There will probably be a special meeting of the council to award the bid once the easement is in place. Dombrovski said when construction begins there will be two crews in town to work on the four project areas. City Clerk Joel Young noted that Mike Bubany, David Drown and Associates, has updated his financial worksheets with the bid amount. Permits have been issued for six homes this year.

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ty does not have a lot of preservation dollars. He insisted that this revenue could help protect what we have. He encouraged the board to enact one or both of these taxes. Gregg’s five year plan for the county sets aside $600,000 in 2014 and $500,000 in 2015 for pavement preservation. However, no funding is set aside for preservation work in 2016, 2017, and 2018. The reconstruction of CSAH 1 north of Spring Valley will use the state aid funds available during those three years. The Wheelage Tax would be a straight $10 fee for each registered vehicle per year at least until 2018 when counties could charge up to $20 per vehicle annually. Many counties already approved this fee starting January 1, 2014. This tax would apply to most motorized vehicles including, but not

limited to, passenger vehicles, pick up trucks, buses, and farm trucks. The board will have to make a decision prior to August 1 if they decide to impose this tax in 2015. It is estimated that the Wheelage Tax at $10 per vehicle would generate about $234,500 annually in Fillmore County. The Local Option Sales Tax may be imposed as a local sales tax of up to one-half of 1 percent. Gregg noted that use of this revenue is more restricted and that a specific project must be scheduled for this money. The tax could go away if another specific project is not scheduled to use the money raised from the tax. It is estimated that Fillmore County would collect about $882,531 from a onehalf cent local sales tax in 2015. Discussion Commissioner Randy Dahl said he has been an advocate of infrastructure preservation for a long time. He said he was in favor of enacting both sources

College News Dean’s List •North Dakota State University: Morgan L. Boyum, Jacob R. Kappers and Kayla M. Woltz of Chatfield, Minn.; Rebecca J. Theede of Fountain, Minn.; Britten J. Churchill of Rushford, Minn. •Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota: Kaitlyn Keefe of Chatfield, Minn.; Tiffany Johnson of Harmony, Minn.; Krystal Souhrada of Ostrander, Minn. •Concordia UniversitySt. Paul: Kayla Duxbury of Wykoff, Minn. •South Dakota State University: Nathan Andrew

Bernard of Chatfield, Minn.; Katelyn Fae Ristau of Preston, Minn. •Upper Iowa University: Stephanie Hafner of Canton, Minn.; Nicholas Kinneberg of Preston, Minn. •Rochester Community and Technical College: Dustin Barth, Delhon Braaten, Thomas Easley, Kathlyn Marzolf, Adam McCabe, Jordan O’Connor, Jacob Ristau, Kyle Smith and Allie Wolf of Preston, Minn.; Jakin Chapman, Melody Dobson and Caleb Rain of Fountain, Minn.; Daniel Gatzke, Mitchell Johnson, and Jacob

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of revenue. Dahl said the funds could help them keep some bridges open. Commissioner Duane Bakke said the use of local money could help them maintain 3-digit roads. Gregg suggested the Wheelage Tax could help on 3-digit roads, adding that with the Wheelage Tax the project does not have to be designated. Commissioner Tom Kaase said they have to help people understand why additional revenue is needed. Some things have been put off. He maintained that roads and bridges are like your home, if it is not maintained, more will need to be replaced in time at a higher cost. Commissioner Marc Prestby said he wasn’t really in favor of either tax, but the legislature has been pushing the responsibility of raising revenue out into the counties. He relented that they will probably have to impose one tax or the other. Bakke said the state may take up

a Transportation package next year, noting that the state hasn’t increased allotments enough to keep up with cost increases. He added that even if a Transportation package gets passed and signed into law in the future, zero funds will go to 3-digit roads. Bakke insisted he was philosophically opposed to these tax options because the state is not paying enough for CSAH roads, but he can’t be fiscally opposed. There seemed to be a consensus that they may at least need to approve a sales tax. The commissioners agreed by consensus to have Ron Gregg put together a Five Year Plan with estimated costs. Gregg said the options that the county has to raise revenue if enacted can be rescinded in the future. Other Business In Brief •Greg Dornink, Fillmore County Ag Society, explained that the roof on the livestock pavilion at the fairgrounds

was rusting and needed to be painted. Three bids had been solicited and he said it will cost about $11,000 to paint the roof. The Ag Society wants the work to be completed before this year’s fair. The county makes an annual donation to the Ag Society. Dornink said this amount is more than they normally spend. The county has helped with another larger project (the bleachers) in 2001. A one time donation of $3,000 as requested was approved and the money will come out of the county’s building infrastructure fund. •There was consensus for a 2 percent non-union pay plan adjustment to be used for 2015 budgeting purposes. •The board approved an application for a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Subsurface Treatment Systems Grant for $18,500. Zoning Administrator Chris Graves said the funds can be used for program costs, but not for loans.

Masters of Harmony, Minn.; Alexis Hall, Braden Hanson, Bryn Harmon, and Caitlin Majerus of Lanesboro, Minn.; Logan Henry of Canton, Minn.; Dakota Martin of Wykoff, Minn.; Cassandra Olson of Mabel, Minn.; Rachel Salwey of Rushford, Minn. •Univeristy of Wisconsin - La Crosse: Sarah Costello and MaKenzie Miller of Chatfield, Minn.; Jamie Mathison of Preston, Minn.; Mariah Mueller of Rushford, Minn.; Brooke Ruesink of Spring Valley, Minn. •University of Minnesota Duluth: Ryan C. Faircloth, Ashley Ferguson, Kyle C. Johnson, Mark A. Neppl of Chatfield, Minn.; Lydia Becker of Spring Valley, Minn. •Cornell University: Sydney Gehrking of Fountain, Minn. President’s List •Minnesota State College Southeast Technical: Danny Webber of Harmony, Minn.; Tanner Wangen of Lanesboro, Minn.; Jesse Amdahl, Dacia Inglett, Kyle Lee and Andrew Otterness of Mabel, Minn.; Jessica Scroggins of Preston, Minn.; Keela Brand, Adam Breer, Courtney Breer, Cassandra Hughes, Brianna Keller, Samara McManimonMyers, Jamie Meldahl, Mandy Morris, Brooke Pronschinske, and Mariah Zuccarelli of Rushford, Minn.; Maria Jones of Spring Valley, Minn. Graduations •Minnesota State University - Mankato: Gabrielle Judy of Chatfield, Minn., Bachelor of Science in History; Jonathon Cremer of Chatfield, Minn., Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication; Corday Peterson of Lanesboro, Minn., Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; Corey Keene of Preston, Minn., Bachelor of Science in Rec, Parks & Leisure Services;

Peter Sparks of Preston, Minn., Bachelor of Science in Automotive Engineering Technology; Jenna Rindels of Spring Valley, Minn., Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, Magna Cum Laude. •St. Mary’s University of Minnesota: Kaitlyn Keefe of Chatfield, Minn.; Jessica Schleich of Mabel, Minn. • Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical: Derek Briggman of Chatfield, Minn., Certificate, Truck Driving; Kyle Bearbower of Lanesboro, Minn., Diploma, Welding Technology; Ericka Johnson, Diploma, Practical Nursing; Dacia Inglett of Mabel, Minn., Associate in Applied Science Degree, Administrative Assistant; Andrew Otterness of Mabel, Minn., Associate in Applied Science Degree, Electronics Technology; Sara Thompson of Mabel, Minn., Associate in Applied Science Degree, Cosmetology; Laura Rislove of Peterson, Minn., Associate in Science Degree, Early Childhood Education, High Honors; Jessica

Scroggins of Preston, Minn., Associate in Applied Science Degree, Radiography, High Honors; Mark Agrimson of Rushford, Minn., Associate in Applied Science Degree, Sales Management; Cassandra Hughes of Rushford, Minn., Associate in Applied Science Degree, Administrative Assistant; Alicia Klungtvedt of Rushford, Minn., Certificate, Medical Secretary Transcriptionist; Samara McMa nimon-Myers of Rushford, Minn., Associate in Science Degree, Nursing; Ryan O’Shaughnessy of Rushford, Minn., Diploma, Computerized (CNC) Precision Machining Technology; Brett Ties of Rushford, Minn., Diploma, Automotive Technolog y; Hannah Tostenson of Rushford, Minn., Diploma, Practical Nursing. •College of St. Scholastica: Matthew D. Quanrud, Doctor of Physical Therapy. •Ridgewater College: Kelsey Gilbertson, Cherie Graham and Darlene Tudahl of Rushford, Minn.

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Preston Dairy and Farm Association breaks ground on expansion By Mitchell Walbridge Groundbreaking on the Preston Dairy and Farm expansion outside of Preston took place Wednesday, June 11, 2014 with Preston Area Chamber of Commerce members, Preston Mayor Curt Reicks, Preston Chamber of Commerce President Sarah Wangen and EDA Director Cathy Enerson and others present. The groundbreaking is on a 6.1 acre plot just off of U.S. Highway 52 and State Highway 16 north and west of Preston. The business, which was established in 2004 to serve area farmers with expertise in fertilizers, feed, agricultural chemicals, and custom spraying, needs the expansion of their facilities to keep up with demand. The new location more than doubles the area of its current establishment. Preston Dairy and Farm has been a large part of the city of Preston’s economic base. In order to keep the connection intact, the Preston City Council on March 31 annexed territory to the city limits that includes more than eight acres just north of Preston, an area that includes the expansion area by the highway 52 and 16 intersection. The Preston Expansion Grant Application for Business

Development Public Infrastructure Program written by EDA Director Cathy Enerson states, “The expansion and annexation will substantially aid the city’s growth, and sustain the city utilities, regional tax base and area employment. Expanding infrastructure provides opportunities for future manufacturing and commerical businesses to continue to grow to the north and west of Preston.” It was later announced in June that one grant in the amount of $137,000 provided by DEED, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, will help offset 50 percent of the costs to provide infrastructure including sewer, water main, a storm pond, roadway, electricity and more to the new location for the Preston Dairy and Farm Association. By providing these city services to Preston Dairy and Farm, the city will achieve its goal to focus efforts on maintaining local jobs along with keeping the potential for more opportunities and growth. The Preston City Council has also created a redevelopment TIF to support the project. Despite a rough period with the recent economic recession,

the agriculture industry has faced challenges of its own. However, Preston Dairy and Farm has seen its feed business growing. Those at Preston Dairy and Farm say that support from the the community, chamber and F&M Bank has been great. This support has allowed the business to move its project along. Nate Scheevel, owner/principal of Scheevel Engineering, LLC stated that they began the project about three weeks ago. The hope is to get the fertilizer part of the business up and running by early fall, more than likely by September, with the rest of the operation nearing completion by the end of the year. “The building permit shows a $1.2 million building project,” says Enerson. “With the addi-

tional cost of land and other associated costs, this project is aproximately a $4 million project taht sustains 16 jobs and will add four additional jobs. Enerson also reports that the city was also awarded a second grant in the amount of $350,000 to support the creation of a new industrial park for two new building projects. “It’s really exciting to be a part of the growth, and assist entre-

preneurs and business owners grow their businesses in southeast Minnesota.” Enerson has worked with the City of Preston for six years. During her tenure, she credits a supportive city administrator, Joe Hoffman, and an active EDA board and city council. “The boards are made up of community volunteers that are working diligently for the community,” Enerson stated.

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Left to Right: Jim Bakken, City of Preston; Paul Hamann, Preston Dairy and Farm Asssn board member; Lynn Staupe, D&F Board Member; Dean Solberg, D&F Board Member; Cathy Enerson, Preston EDA Director; Charles Aug, Chairman Preston EDA; Nathan Scheevel, Scheevel Engineering LLC; Kurt Reicks, Mayor City of Preston; Dan Christianson, Chairman and CEO F & M Community Bank. Photo by Mitchell Walbridge

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New city attorney in Fountain By Barb Jeffers “We would be more than happy to become your city attorneys,” expressed Scott Springer of Springer & Gumbel, P.A. as he spoke to the Fountain City Council at their meeting June 5, 2014. With former City Attorney Kelly Wagner leaving to work in the Rochester City Attorney’s office in Rochester, Minn., the City of Fountain was in need of a new city attorney. At a later point in the meeting the council and Police Chief Mosher discussed the advantages of having Springer & Gumbel as the city attorney, citing their numerous attorneys and offices in Preston, Chatfield, and Spring Valley would make contacting them easier. After the discussion the council approved the hire of Springer & Gumbel as the new city attorney for the City of Fountain at a rate of $125/ hr. City Engineer Dave Morrill gave an update on the AT&T microwave dish to be installed on the water tower. Welding would be the preferred option for mounting the dish. The council will have the water tower power washed by Water Tower Clean & Coat, Inc. of Lodi, Wisconsin for a price of $2,200 before installation of the dish. Dave Morrill discussed the changes to the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP)

agreement between the City of Fountain and Valley Design. The council discussed the changes and feel the agreement needs to be “fine-tuned” before finalizing the agreement. Among concerns is the decanting of water, at what rate the water is discharged, how long the water is allowed to settle in totes before it is decanted, and having a procedure in place for taking samples. Another area of concern is suds turning up at the WWTP. Council member Jim Schott stated, “We have to get to the bottom of this or this is going to keep going on no matter how many agreements we have with anybody.” Schott emphasized the next time the suds appear a sample needs to be taken to be tested to find out exactly what it is. Schott said, “Let’s face it, it could be coming from anywhere.” Dave Morrill will adjust the agreement to satisfy both parties’ interests and will present the agreement to the council at the July 2014 meeting. Consent agenda items approved included the minutes from the May 1, 2014 meeting, Treasurer’s report, and monthly city and Fire Department bills. In City Maintenance John Hanson discussed flushing hydrants. He would like to set up a schedule for hydrant flushing so residents will know when they will be flushed. John presented a quote for

Monday, June 16, 2014 street repair from Rochester Sand & Gravel and will present additional quotes at the next meeting. The city has $78,407 in the capital improvement fund plus an additional $15,000 which was budgeted for the capital improvement fund that could be used but the street repairs, however, the council will stagger street repairs over time so as to not deplete the capital improvement fund. City Clerk Ronda Flattum informed the council of the Preston Ambulance Appreciation event which will be held June 18, 2014 at 6:30 p.m., which Ronda and at least one council member will attend. The City of Fountain website is being viewed with 144 visits since May 16, 2014. Police Chief Tom Mosher reported activity for the month of May 2014. A new defibrillator has been picked up and is in the squad car. The previous squad car defibrillator will be mounted in the Fire Hall. May 2, Chief Mosher interviewed a third person about the break-in at Willie’s grocery store. Chief Mosher does not believe this person was involved in the break-in but was able to give information. May 6, contacted the Albert Lea Police Department as Chief Mosher was told that the suspects in Willie’s break-in had went to Albert Lea. Officer Mosher was informed that the same suspects were caught in the act of another crime in a commercial building the night before.

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drive than what hospitals need. This seasonal decline could be overcome if just two additional donors – above what is expected – give blood at each Red Cross blood drive this summer. Every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood. Recently, a patient needed 79 blood products after injuries sustained during a car accident. Thanks to blood donors who gave in the days and weeks prior, blood products were readily available for this patient and thousands of

others at approximately 2,700 hospitals and transfusion centers across the country supported by the Red Cross. This summer, there are 100 chances to give hope with the Red Cross by giving blood. Visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800RED CROSS to learn more and make an appointment. Upcoming blood donation opportunities: FILLMORE •June 17 from 1 - 7 p.m. at United Methodist Church, 212 N. St. Anthony Street in Preston, Minn.

Lanesboro Barn Dance, Saturday June 21 The Lanesboro Barn Dance will present another chance to kick up your heels on Saturday June 21 at the Sons of Norway Hall in Lanesboro, Minn. Starting time is 8 p.m. and admission is $7 at the door. Located on Parkway Ave. next to Sylvan Park, the Sons of Norway has one of the best dance floors in the area. This is the 20th season for the Barn Dance. Although it’s good to know right from left before you come,

no other knowledge or experience is required. All organized dances are taught and you don’t need to bring a partner. This is like the old-fashioned barn dances that were once the mainstay of entertainment in this part of the country. Just come prepared to have a good time. Shawn Glidden from St. Paul will be teaching and calling square dances and big circles. Guest musician Lynn “Chirps” Smith will join regular Bob

Bovee for a rollicking evening of traditional square dances, big circles, waltzes and polkas. Smith will play fiddle and Bovee will add guitar and harmonica. This event is presented in cooperation with the southeastern Minnesota Arts Council through funding from the Minnesota State Legislature. For more information, call 507-498-5452 or check the website: www.boveeheil.com

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On May 8, Chief Mosher was notified of a possible break-in and upon investigation found a baseball outside of a broken garage window. May 16, Chief Mosher attended an Emergency Responders recognition at Fillmore Central High School. Also on the 16th Officer Mosher received dog complaints, and spoke with a mother who had lost contact with an adult daughter and aided in helping her get in contact with the daughter. Chief Mosher additionally reported that on June 6, 2014 a resident’s dog was run over on County Road 8. The dog had not been contained and was hit and killed. In New Business, the council approved a donation of $100

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to Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) to aid their support to local communities. Approved Resolution #187 in support of Fountain Trail Days for insurance purposes and Resolution #188 for Contribution from Fountain Relief Association for Trail Days Event. Approved a Retro-reflective Sign Policy as stipulated by the State of Minnesota which must be in place by June 14, 2014. Signs will be assessed every year on high traffic roads and every three years for all other roads. Next meeting is Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. in the Fountain City Hall. The public is welcome to attend all council meetings.

Scott Springer of Springer & Gumbel speaks to the council in hopes of his firm becoming Fountain’s new City Attorney, which the council later approved. Shown in photos are Scott Springer, John Hanson, and Chad Wangen. Photo by Barb Jeffers •June 18 from 1 – 7 p.m. at St. Josephs Church, 105 N. Mill St. in Rushford, Minn. •June 23 from 1 – 7 p.m. at Community Center, 200 S. Broadway in Spring Valley, Minn. How to Donate Blood Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to

donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

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Fillmore County Sports By Paul Trende Going to state once and bringing home a football title. Amazing. Going to state twice and bringing home a wrestling title. Incredible. The same Class A school sending a third boys team to state in the same school year? Inconceivable. Reality! Chatfield’s baseball team has made it a hat trick for male sports in the Chosen Valley. They defied the odds, won six elimination games in a row, including back-to-back victories over the second-ranked Wabasha-Kellogg Falcons (202), to win the Section 1A baseball crown. From the office of redundancy, Chatfield (21-3) is again state bound. The Gophers leaned on a pair of senior pitchers (there football QB and TB), some clutch two-out hitting, and an all-around team effort to accomplish a feat they haven’t since 2006. Finally Skare Good Pitcher Nate Skare would’ve been the Gophers ace this year. But a nerve issued relegated the senior (mostly) to hitting and first base duty. He entered section title game one having pitched just 11 total innings this season. He picked a good time to get healthy, a good time to throw his first seven innings, a good time to throw a very good seven innings. His offensive mates gave him some early help. The Gophers jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first. Jake Neis and Ethan Woltz singled. With twoout, Noah Grant then rolled one between short and third to plate both runners (2-0). Ever tough W-K was quick to respond. With one out in their second, Bryce Breuer doubled to deep right center. Mike Guidinger reached on an error. Austin Passe’s sac fly scored Breuer. Brandon Huth singled home Guidinger making it 2-2 after two. Thru the middle innings, neither Skare nor W-K ace Austin Baab allowed a runner past second. Baab set down ten straight. It stayed tied until the bottom of the sixth. Neis led off with a double into the left-field corner. Skare then turned a sac bunt attempt into a single, putting runners on the corners. Up stepped post-season Mr. Clutch Ethan Woltz. Chatfield’s contact four-hitter did his job, lifting a fly ball to centerfield. It was deep enough to bring Neis in from third (3-2). With two away, Drew Hurley reached on an error, putting runners on the corners again. But a double steal then went awry. Tristan Aguilar (Skare’s pinch-runner) was gunned down at home to end the inning. The extra run didn’t matter. Skare stepped to the mound in the seventh and set down the bottom of W-K’s order. In a very good game of baseball, Chatfield forced a second deciding section title contest by a final of 3-2. Neis (2-3, 2B, 2 R), Woltz (1-2, RBI,

R, Sac Fly), and Grant (1-3, 2 RBI) delivered the offense. Skare pitched his first complete game of the year, giving up just five hits and no earned runs (6 K, 1 BB). Passe (2B, RBI), Breuer (2B, R), Huth (RBI), Ben Glomski, and Ryan Wolfe were all 1 for 3 for W-K. Baab (7 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, 5 K, 0 BB) took his first loss of the year. Neis Makes It Thrice With Skare not pitching most of the year, fellow senior Jake Neis was Chatfield’s ace. Like Skare, the word injury floated above the talented all-around baseball player’s name. Neis tweaked something in his leg versus Lewiston-Altura in the subsection play-offs. He re-tweaked it versus Kenyon-Wanamingo. One of Chatfield’s speedier guys, he was actually pinch-run for in that game. He re-tweaked it again early in game two versus Wabasha-Kellogg. He didn’t leave the mound at any point. He dueled Falcon undefeated sophomore Ryan Wolfe for nine innings and resolutely pitched Chatfield to state. W-K got on the board first. Ben Glomski doubled off the wall in right-center in the second inning. He scored two atbats later on a Mike Guidinger sac fly (1-0). But Chatfield, like W-K in game one, immediately replied. Junior Tommy Jech led off the top of the third with a double to right. Ben Pierce bunted him to third. Neis helped his own cause by authoring a two-out RBI single to score Jech (1-1). Both teams mounted threats in the fourth and fifth innings, but the score stayed tied until the sixth. In Chatfield’s top, Ethan ‘money’ Woltz got on base per an infield single. He smartly tagged to second after W-K catcher Jack Purviss made an excellent sliding play near the backstop on a pop-up behind home plate. Drew Hurley was then the Gophers two-out warrior. His hard ground ball bounced over Ty Gaedtke’s glove at third base, scoring Woltz, giving the Gophers a 2-1 lead. W-K quickly replied. Austin Baab authored a one-out double in the bottom of the inning. He went to third on a ground-out. With two out, Bryce Breuer hit a hard grounder to first that handcuffed Nate Skare. Caught between charging it and waiting for a hop, he had time to do neither. It ate him up, ricocheting off his leg toward second base. Breuer reached and Baab scored (2-2). Wolfe fanned three in the Gopher seventh. Neis set down three a half inning later. A second excellent game of high school baseball went to extra innings. In the top of the eighth, Chatfield got a pair of one out singles by Skare and Woltz. Noah Grant then found that hole right next to third to plate Skare. The Gophers took a 3-2 lead and threatened for more. A walk loaded the bases loaded,

The Chatfield boys baseball is Section 1A champs. but a suicide squeeze then went awry. The bunt attempt was popped up to the pitcher Wolfe, who then doubled Woltz off third to end the inning. W-K went to the bottom of the eighth needing a run to stay alive. Purviss led off by reaching per an error. A sac bunt, a strikeout, and two strikes later, and W-K was down to their last out, their last strike. Chatfield was nearly to Chaska. But Glomski muscled Neis’ two-strike offering just over a leaping Zach Eggers at shortstop. Purviss scored from second to tie the game at two. In the top of the ninth, eighthitter Jech led off by smacking a single to right. Pierce followed with a single down the left field line. Eggers drew a walk. Chatfield loaded the bases with no-one out and their best hitter up. Neis did what he needed to do, lifting a fly ball to center. Carter Duxbury (running for Jech) tagged and scored making it 4-3 Gophers. With two-on and one out, W-K again got out of the inning in unorthodox fashion. On a Skare fly-out, it was ruled Pierce tagged too soon for third, resulting in another double play. The game went to the bottom of the ninth, Chatfield up 4-3. Due up was W-K’s six, seven, and eight hitters. Neis had a guy to play with before the top of the Falcon order. He got Guidinger to ground-out to second. He walked Passe. Huth authored a fielder’s choice for out number two. It all came down to the senior Neis versus junior Gaedkte, the guy Skare struck out to end game one. It took Neis three pitches too. The last made it a hat trick, or Chat trick, for Gopher male sports. The Gophers downed W-K 4-3 in nine innings to win the 2014 Section 1A baseball title! Like Skare before him, the senior Neis took the mound. He threw all nine innings giving up just one earned run on five hits (7 K’s, 2 BB’s, one inten-

tional) against a powerful W-K line-up that entered with double digit team home runs, averaging nine-plus runs a game. He was also 1-4 with two RBI including the game-winning sac fly. Woltz continued his tear (3-4, R, SB). Pierce (2-3, sac bunt), Jech (2-4, 2B, R), and Hurley (1-3, RBI) contributed to a Gopher offense that out-hit W-K 11 to five. The Falcon soph fire-baller Wolfe (9 IP, 11 H, 4 ER, 9 K, 2 BB) suffered his first loss. Seniors Glomski (2-3, 2B, RBI, R) and Baab (2-4, 2 2B’s, R) had four of W-K’s five hits. The Gophers are now 21-3 on the year. For Skare, Neis, and Sawyer Prinsen, their remarkable senior year continues. Nine other guys on the team, Woltz, Hurley, Jech, Pierce, Duxbury, T.J. Moechnig, Aaron Paulson, Riley Ahern, and Connor Demorest were also members

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Photo by Paul Trende of the state football title team. The squad has no members off the state title wrestling team. Chatfield received the third seed in the state playoffs and will play Royalton (12-10).

LaPlante Dual Title Highlights State Track

Eleven county athletes qualified for the state track and field meet. They all were excellent. Each scored ‘team’ points (better than 7th place) in at least one event. Chatfield senior thrower Jayme LaPlante’s efforts stood head and shoulders above all. LaPlante entered as the defending Class A state discus runnerup. He left the discus champion and the shot put champion. LaPlante topped best competi-

JAYME LAPLANTE Chatfield Gopher Track & Field

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Chatfield’s Jayme LaPlante and Jake Neis are ending their senior years where they started. Major architects of the Gophers state football title they’ve built again. LaPlante is the 2014 Class A discus and shot put champion. Neis contributed the game-winning RBI whilst pitching all nine innings of game two as Gopher baseball beat W-K to advance to state. See the rest of the sports for more. Photo by Paul Trende

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tor Tyler Kolander of Waseca 162’08” to 162’04” to grab the discus title. Both competitors were significantly off their section seed paces (170-plus feet). A state shot competitor in 2013, LaPlante put forth a personal best throw (56’11 ½”) to clinch that championship. He did so in his last throw, bettering Luverne native Cody Ruhshus’ last throw (56’03”). It’s a fitting end to LaPlante’s senior year which started with a state championship (football). He (unofficially) won every shot put and discus competition he competed in this year. He wasn’t the only thrower putting forth a great effort. R-P/H sophomore Matt Culhane, in his first state competition, posted a career-best throw of 160’9” to claim third place. Fellow youthful teammate

Noah Carlson was extra busy. The freshman competed in three events. His best finish was fifth in the 400. He couldn’t (50.52) replicate the time (50.09) that had him seeded first coming in. He added a 7th place finish in the Triple Jump and a 11th place finish in the Long Jump. R-P/H track has a couple of impressive young athletes going forward. Tro-Cane senior competitor Austin O’Hare capped his distance running career by taking 7th in the 3,200 on Friday, then 8th in the 1,600-meters on Saturday. It was O’Hare’s first state track and field competition. He’s qualified twice in cross country and three times with the basketball team; six total state competitions. Culhane, Carlson, and O’Hare helped the R-P/H team to an 11th place finish (21 points). LaPlante single handedly put Chatfield in 10th with his 24 points.

On the girl’s side of things, Chatfield’s 4x200 squad (Autum Erickson/Maddie Talamantes/ Ashley Baker/Maddy Kammer) came in as the defending state champ. They came in having finished fourth at the section meet, qualifying by standard. They couldn’t replicate their 2013 title. They didn’t miss by much. The girls finished second (1:46:01) to state-level rival Osakis (1:45:63). It was the other way around last year. The Silverstreaks have finished top two each of the last four years. Chatfield’s 4x200 has made state seven straight years now, finishing top four six of those seven years. The squads lone senior Ashley Baker goes out having competed in six state relay competitions (four 4x200’s, two 4x100’s). All six finished top five. Presumably injured team member Mariah Bell will be back by next year. And thus,

the Gophers’ reign as one of the top sprint relays in the state will continue. Individually, one Trojan and one Hurricane represented R-P/H ladies track and field well. R-P junior pole vaulter Jordan Honken recorded her first aerial excursion above 10-feet. The junior’s mark of 10’3” was a season-best. It was good enough for a fourth place finish (ahead of the gal Honken finished second to at sections, Byron’s Hannah Coleman). The champion, Josie Lilja of the BOLD/BLH conglomerate, went 10’9”. Houston sophomore Anna Sweet finished fourth in her preliminary 100meter heat (qualified), then fifth in the finals. That included besting Section 1A and TRC champion Morgan Shindelar of PEM. Shindelar was the only runner to beat Sweet in a 100meter sprint (outside of state), doing so three times. Sweet’s

time (12.85) was on the low end of consistent with what she’s ran this season. It was both girls’ first state appearance. Lone L/ FC/M-C representative Olivia Haug made her second state appearance. She improved nicely. The Lanesboro junior, a twotime section 1A discus champ, was outside the top ten in 2013. Haug broke into the top five this year with a throw of 117’9”. It was a bit less than her section winning throw of 120’3” but good enough for fourth place. St. Clair’s Katelyn Weber took first with a throw of 126’1”. Of all the state competitors from the county schools, only Autum Erickson (Chatfield) didn’t finish top ten in an individual event. She didn’t qualify for the 100 finals (8th in her preliminary heat). It’s the best overall county track and field showing in the Fillmore County Journal Sports era (the last four years).

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By Angie Rodenburg On June 9 Houston held their monthly city council meeting. The majority of the meeting was spent with the Minnesota Department of Health educating the city council on the town’s issue of radium being found in the drinking water. The representatives informed council members on what radium is, what its effects can be, and the options the city has to get into compliance with their radium levels. The representatives started off assuring the council that radium is naturally occurring and it would take 70 years of drinking two liters of water a day in

order to see the negative effects it can have on the human body. Though the odds are incredibly slim at one out of 10,000 chance of seeing any adverse reactions, the representatives did inform that the potential risks of radium are bone cancer and tumors. Houston is far from the only town in the area with radium level issues. Rushford had to build a treatment plant and Rushford Village drilled a new well. Lewiston, La Crescent, Winona, and Lanesboro also have had radium level issues. The MNDH representatives said to not be surprised if it takes five years to get into compliance. The council was

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encouraged to weigh their options for up to a year and expect fundraising to take another year and a half. The town will likely be able to secure loans and grants to fund the project so that cost incurred by residents should only be about 1.4 percent of the average household income. The council’s initial preference is to build a treatment plant, thinking that it would suit Houston’s needs the best. Council member Matt Schutte said, “A treatment plant solves a lot of problems over a long period of time.” The council has not made any formal decision. At the meeting Margie Frutiger represented the Lawn Chair Concert Series and asked that the city act as the event sponsor so that they would be able to secure insurance for the event through the city. The council approved the request. The council also granted approval to the Lions Club project of making a path or road to give bands access and handicap accessibility to the band shell pending final design and cost. The council also approved a donation from the Houston Money Creek Snowriders for the amount of $500. The last item on the evenings agenda was brought by council member Schutte. Council member Schutte had concerns about the speed of traffic that runs East to West on Spruce Street. With the area being frequented by children, he felt stop signs or “slow, children at play” signs would increase safety. After some discussion the council agreed that both stop signs and “slow, children at play” signs should be put up. The yellow zone on the curb will also be extended to provide greater visibility for drivers. The next city council meeting will be held on July 14 at 6 p.m. at City Hall.

Exhibit featuring 31 regional artists in media including oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, photography, textile, mixed media, encaustic and jewelry. The exhibit opens on Saturday, June 21 with an artist reception from 6-8 p.m., and runs through August 10, 2014. The reception and the exhibit are free and open to the public. ‘Summer Dreams’ participating artists: Osbjorn Amdahl, Linda Ricklefs Baudry, Renee Bergstrom, Lisa Brainard, Paul Brokken, Robbie Brokken, Deb Lee Carson, Susanne Crane, Heidi Dybing, Julie Fakler, Joni Finnegan, Fred Ginocchio, Leisa Luis Grill, Jeffrey Harrington, Andrew Hartfield, Jamie Heiden, Megan Jackson, Teresa Kauffmann, Diane Knight, Rita LaDuc, Tracey Lambrecht, Cheryl Lamon, Lindsay Lee, Yvonne Meyer, Kathleen Peterson, Terra Rathai, April Royet, Dan Ruf, Mary Ruth, Barbara Santucci, and Jennifer Wood. With 31 artists each thinking about ‘Summer Dreams’, subject matter var-

boats, baseball, homemade pies, cats, fields in sunshine, the beach, stars, a waterfall, and a willow tree. The exhibit is sponsored by Commonweal Theatre Company, and made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. Providing year-round arts programming for more than thirty years, Lanesboro Arts Center’s 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: www.lanesboroarts.org / 507-467-2446 / info@ lanesboroarts.org. Handicapped accessible and free to the public, the exhibition gallery is located at 103 Parkway Ave N. in Lanesboro, Minn. Open year-round; gallery hours Memorial Day - October: Mon-Thurs 10-5, Fri-Sat 10-7, and Sun 11-4.

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Country Coffee Talk By Jeanette Schmidt Don’t worry, be happy…that’s how ice cream makes most of us feel…it’s the summer comfort food. “I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream” wasn’t just a cute saying, but actually a song written in 1927 and recorded by the Waring’s Pennsylvanians. I know July is National Ice Cream Month designated by Ronald Reagan in 1984, but June is Dairy Month, the month that the most ice

cream is produced, so it’s OK to write about it in June. One dairy cow can produce enough milk for 9,000 gallons of ice cream!! Even though Ben & Jerry’s make 46 flavors of ice cream, vanilla remains the popular flavor with chocolate coming in

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2 or 3 bananas ½ cup butter ½ gallon neopolitan or vanilla ice cream 2 cups powdered sugar 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 ½ cup evaporated milk 1 cup chocolate chips 1 pint whipping cream graham cracker crumbs Cover bottom of 11x15 inch pan or a 9x13 works too with a graham cracker crust…reserving 1 cup crumbs. Slice bananas crosswise and layer over crust. Slice ice cream in ½ inch thick slices and place over bananas. Sprinkle ice cream with 1 cup chopped walnuts. Freeze until firm. Melt 1 cup chocolate chips and ½ cup butter; add 2 cups powdered sugar and 1 ½ cup evaporated milk. Cook mixture until thick and smooth, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add 1 tsp. vanilla. Cool chocolate mixture, then pour over ice cream; freeze until firm. Whip cream until stiff; spread over chocolate layer and top with reserved crumbs. Store in freezer; remove about 10 minutes before serving. Will keep for several weeks. Makes about 25 servings in 11x15 pan.

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a distant second. Farmers in Vermont used to feed leftovers by Ben & Jerry to their hogs. The hogs didn’t seem to care for Mint Oreo Cookie. Maybe should try a taste test with the 4-H fair pigs. Ninety percent of American households eat ice cream on an average of 20 quarts a year. That’s enough ice cream to fill up five gallons of milk. Sunday is the most popular day of the week that people eat ice cream….thus, Sunday/sundae. The cone appeared at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, when the ice cream vendor ran out of cups and the waffle vendor rolled up a waffle to put the ice cream into. Did you know it takes 50 licks to finish one scoop of ice cream…try it. And then if you eat it too fast, you can get the dreaded “brain freeze”, which is triggered when ice cream touches the roof of your mouth, causing blood vessels in the head to dilate. Sad to say ice cream has come full circle. It was once considered very healthy but today some people seem to eat ice cream that they feel is safer, which has not only lost its cream, but is made entirely of nondairy products… that is…ingredients that never passed through a cow. Actually, it might be more healthful to eat real ice cream in moderation and enjoy a long walk afterwards. So, that said, enjoy this Banana Split Dessert recipe and yes, take that looong walk afterwards!!

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T-Bone Steak $ 99 Lb.

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

21-28 Oz. • Assorted

Bush’s Best Baked or Grillin Beans $ 99

16 Oz.

Fresh Express Cole Slaw ¢

Red Seedless Grapes $ 19

1 Lb.

12 Oz. • Assorted

Lawry’s Marinades 2/$

8 Oz. • Assorted

Crystal Farms Cream Cheese 2/$

16 Oz.

Bubba Original Griller Bratwrust $ 99

MEAT

499

15 Oz. • Assorted • Hormel

8 Count • Assorted • El Monterey

12-14 Oz.

2/$

16 Oz.

16 Oz. • Assorted

7-9 Oz. • Assorted • Shurfresh

16 Oz. • Farmland

12 Oz. • Assorted

10 Oz. • Assorted

2/$

11 Oz.

8-12 Oz. • Farmland Ember Farms

12 Oz.

19-22.98 Oz. • Assorted

Fully Cooked Simple Idea Entrees........ Tyson Fresh Frozen

Whole Chicken Fryer $ 29

1Lb.

Boneless

Pork Sirloin Chops $ 69

Burritos & Chimichangas.......................

2Lb.

Old Wisconsin Wieners or Bratwurst..............

Pork Sirloin Roast $ 59

149

IGA Sliced Bologna..................................

Chariman’s Reserve • Boneless

Beef Bottom Round Steak $ 69

Beef Rump Roast $ 49

3Lb.

Chariman’s Reserve • Boneless

Beef Top Sirloin Steak $ 99

3Lb.

269

Deli Style Thin Shaved Meats.................

129

Jumbo Deli Style Franks...........................

219

Dakota Brand Ring Bologna..................

5Lb.

Bakery & Deli $ 79 Sweet P’s Apple Fritters.......................... 3 $ 59 Skinner Krumblecake or Kornbread.....3 $ 59 Shurfresh Premium Turkey Breast.......... 4 $ 49 Garlic Herb Chicken Breast...................5

299

Oscar Mayer Sliced Ham & Turkey......

2Lb.

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

399

Klements Thuringer.................................

Boneless

Chariman’s Reserve • Boneless

329

Shurfine Summer Sausage.............................

179

Schweigert Braunschweiger...................

6 Count

189

Pork Sausage Links/Rolls.........................

16-17 Oz.

Shurfresh

Bone In Turkey Breast w/Gravy $ 59

Per Lb.

1Lb.

Per Lb. • Butterball

Shurfresh

Grade A Turkey w/Pop Up Timer $ 49

1Lb.

379

Treasures From The Sea Cod Fillets....... Van De Kamps Fish Sticks or Fillets.......

529

PRODUCE Jazz Apples $ 99

1Lb.

5 Lb.

Yellow Onions $ 99

Peaches $ 99

1Lb.

Vine On Tomatoes $ 49

1Lb.

Nectarines $ 99

1Lb.

Sweet Mini Peppers 2/$

New Crop NW Cherries $ 99

2Lb.

Earthbound Farms

Organic Baby Carrots $ 49

1Lb.

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Grocery 5.5-7.25 Oz. • Assorted

16 Oz.

IGA/Shurfine Macaroni & Cheese 2/ ¢

Shurfine White or Brown Rice ¢

7.4-8.94 Oz. • Assorted • Nature Valley

24 Oz. • Assorted

Granola Bars, Thins & Squares 2/$

IGA Dill Pickle Spears $ 99

5 Lb.

IGA All Purpose Flour $ 39

12 Oz. • Assorted

IGA/Shurfine Egg Noodles ¢

5.3-6 Oz. • Assorted • General Mills

11.3 Oz.

Fiber One Bars or Brownies 2/$

IGA Snack Crackers $ 99

4 3/$ Kool-Aid Bursts............................................... 3 $ 29 Old Orchard 100% Juice Blends.......... 2 $ 19 HI-C Flavored Drink Boxes.................... 2 $ 19 Heinz Ketchup........................................ 2 2.5-3.65 Oz. • Assorted

3/$

12-16 Oz. • Assorted

IGA/Shurfine Pasta ¢

99¢ $ 29 Famous Dave’s BBQ Sauce................... 2 $ 79 Musselman’s Applesauce..................... 2 $ 49 Maryland Club Butternut Coffee...........7 $ 99 Pure Cane Granulated Sugar.................1 17.5-18 Oz. • Assorted

McCormick Grillmates Seasonings...............

Kraft BBQ Sauce....................................

6 Count • Assorted

20 Oz. • Assorted

64 Oz. • Assorted 10 Oz. • Assorted

34-38 Oz. • Assorted

46-48 Oz. • Assorted 34.5 Oz.

4 Lb. • C&H

16 Oz.

IGA Mini Marshmallows $ 39

299 ¢ Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns............... 99 $ 99 Malt-O-Meal Cereal Box.........................1 $ 69 Yellow or Spicy Brown Mustard...............1 $

14.4 Oz. • Assorted • Nabisco

Honey Maid Graham Crackers............ 8 Count • Grandma Alice

11.3-15 Oz. • Assorted

12-20 Oz. • French’s

General Merchandise $

43.5-50 Oz. • Assorted

2/$

50-75 Feet • Assorted

14.2 Oz. • Assorted

Each

Scoopable Cat Litter..............................

599 $ 79 Ibuprofen Tablets or Caplets...................1 $ 19 Topcare Hydrogen Peroxide...................1 $ 89 Baby or Sport Sunscreen Stick.............. 3 $ 79 Children or Sport Sunscreen Lotion.......4 $ 89 Topcare Isopropyl Alcohol......................1 6 Oz. • Assorted • Topcare Active

Continuous Sunscreen Spray................ 50 Count • Topcare

16 Oz.

499

14 Lb. • Assorted • Paws Premium

Purex 2X Liquid Laundry Detergent..............

199

IGA Aluminum Foil...................................

.5 Oz. • Topcare

8 Oz. • Topcare

16 Oz.

Head & Shoulders Shampoo.................

Domestix Utility Lighter.........................

499 249

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Dairy 8 Oz. • Assorted • Crystal Farms

Shredded or Block Cheese $ 19

8 Oz.

IGA 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese $ 79

5 Count

Shurfresh Jumbo Cinnamon Rolls $ 79

Parkay Margarine $ 29

Deli Style Sliced Cheese $ 59

Nostimo Greek Yogurt ¢

30 Oz. • Assorted

12-16 Oz. • Assorted

Gusto Bello Gelato & Sorbet $ 59

8 Oz. • Assorted • Shurfresh

41 Oz.

5.3 Oz. • Assorted

FROZEN IGA/Shurfine Vegetables 5/$

11.6-16.4 Oz. • Assorted

12 Oz. • Assorted

Kellogg’s Eggo Waffles & Pancakes $ 29

16 Oz. • PP $3.29 • Crystal Farms

American Cheese Singles $ 99

Old Orchard 100% Juice Blends $ 49

4-5 Oz. • Assorted • Jose Ole

Fruit or Meat Pot Pies 5/$

5 Oz. • Assorted

12 Inch • Assorted

Bernies Bites 7/$

7 Oz. • Assorted • Banquet

100% Orange Juice $ 49

Whips, Light or Original Yogurt 10/$

12 Oz. • Assorted • Old Orchard

Burritos or Chimichangas ¢

4-6 Oz. • Assorted • Yoplait

11 Inch • Assorted

Roma Original Crust Pizza 7/$

Jack’s Original Crust Pizza 3/$

24 Oz. • Assorted

Shurfine Ready To Bake Pies $ 49

BEVERAGES 32 Oz. • Assorted

Gatorade Sports Drinks 5/$

2 Liter • Assorted

Coca Cola Products 2/$

12 Pack • Assorted

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products 3/$

12 Oz. • 8 Pack • Assorted

Coca Cola Products 3/$

24 Oz. • 6 Pack • Assorted

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products 2/$

2 Liter • Assorted

7-Up Bottling Products ¢

24 Pack

Aquafina Water $ 99

20 Oz. • Assorted

Fuze or Gold Peak Tea 5/$

PLU #100

12 Pack • Assorted

Coca Cola Products 3/$

1 Off Coke 12 Packs

Expires 6/22/14

SNACKS 9-13 Oz. • Assorted

Frito Lay Tostitos 2/$

8.5-8.75 Oz. • IGA

Mixed Nuts or Cashews $ 99

7-8.5 Oz. • Assorted

Frito Lay Kettle Cooked Chips 2/$

10 Oz. • Assorted

Shurfine Trail Mix $ 99

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6.25-8 Oz. • Assorted • Frito Lay

Sunchips or Baked Chips 2/$

8-8.5 Oz. • Old Dutch

Ripples or Ripples Appetizers To Go 2/$ 88

15 Oz. • Assorted • Old Dutch

Triple Pack Potato Chips $ 99

3 Count • Assorted • IGA/Shurfine

Microwave Popcorn $ 29

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• Minnesota EBT Cards Accepted • Gift Certificates

• We Accept:

8-9 Oz. • Assorted

Old Dutch Gourmet Chips $ 79

10 Oz. • Assorted

Shurfine Potato Chips 3/$

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Top Minnesota dairy farms Education Minnesota: Legislature delivered on honored for superior cow care promises to students ST. PAUL, Minn. – In honor of June Dairy Month, Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson released the annual list of top Minnesota dairy herds with low somatic cell counts (SCC). Somatic cell count is a key indicator of milk quality – a lower SCC count is better for cheese production and a longer shelf life. This year, 115 dairy farms are being recognized for superior herd management skills by achieving an average under 100,000 SCC. For more than a decade Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and University of Minnesota dairy experts have been working with the state’s dairy farmers to lower somatic cell counts. When the initiative began in 2003, the 100 herds honored that year included those with SCC averages as high as 144,000, compared to the goal of obtaining a SCC under 100,000.

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Although somatic cells occur naturally and are not a food safety concern, dairy farmers monitor them because processors will pay a premium for milk with low counts. A farmer whose herd has a very low count can receive significantly more per hundredweight compared to a farmer whose herd average is high. The farmers who make the list receive a certificate of congratulations signed by Commissioner Frederickson. Fillmore and Houston County Producers that achieved an average SCC under 100,000 •Dev-Lin Holsteins Houston County Plant: Calhoun Creamery •Hendel Farms Houston County Plant: Swiss Valley Farms •Hammell Dairy Inc. Houston County Plant: Calhoun Creamery •Shir-Man Holsteins II Fillmore County Plant: AMPI •Tim & Kathy Kruse Houston County Plant: Foremost Farms USA Find a complete list on the Minnesota Department of Agriculture website at www.mda. state.mn.us

ST. PAUL, Minn. - Education Minnesota President Denise Specht released the following statement on the 2014 legislative session following the signing of the budget and bonding bills by Gov. Mark Dayton. “Students and parents will see real improvements in their schools this fall and that didn’t happen by accident,” said Education Minnesota President Denise Specht. “Gov. Mark Dayton and the Legislature promised to make education a priority two years ago. They delivered on those promises.” Among the improvements made in the 2013 and 2014 sessions: •Raising achievement through universal access to all-day, every day kindergarten. •Reducing bullying through the Safe & Supportive Schools Act. •Increasing overall investment in E-12 education by $525 million. •$40 million for special education, chipping away at unfunded federal mandates. •$80 million for state grants to make college more affordable. •$10 million dedicated to teacher quality through evaluations and training. •Fully repaid more than $2 billion borrowed from K-12 public schools. •$4.6 million to improve access to Early Childhood and Family Education. •Creates online special education

reporting system, which aims to reduce redundant paperwork. •$17 million annually to attract and retain high-quality MnSCU faculty. •Budgeted $279 million for capital improvements at state colleges and universities. “The investments made in the past two years will train, and sometimes re-train, the workforce on which our economy depends,” Specht said. “The dedicated educators of Minnesota will work tirelessly to make sure these new resources prepare our students for successful lives and careers.” About Education Minnesota Education Minnesota represents

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Harmony plans for new well By Jade Sexton Harmony’s City Engineer Brett Grabau attended the city council meeting on June 10 with an update on a couple of projects. The council approved moving forward with design plans for the new well. Grabau reminded the council the city has received a $250,000 DEED (Department of Employment and Economic Development) matching funds grant. The remainder of the cost will be funded through the PFA (Pubic Facilities Authority) at a low interest rate. Grabau said the city’s PPL (Project Priority List) score was within the range to qualify for low-interest funding. They will know by the end of September if they are approved. The DEED grant will expire in late 2015, so Grabau suggested they go ahead with design plans to get ahead of the game. This way they will be ready to go when the PFA financing is approved. The council approved. City Administrator Jerome Illg said

they are not committed to the PFA just by agreeing to move forward. The pump house and the well will be two separate projects with two different contractors. The total cost for construction and engineering is just under $700,000. The street project at 1st Avenue was scheduled to begin June 9, but has been delayed until the week of the 16th. The council approved the change order, which changes the pipe to PVC instead of the previously approved DIP (Ductile Iron Pipe). This change saved the city $7,000. The total cost of the project will be $923,187, which will be split between the city and the county. Grabau said they will be close to getting the new curb and gutter by the Fourth of July. They will meet earlier that week and see where things are and make a plan to get ready for the vendors. Visitors Center Ralph Beastrom approached the council on behalf of the

Harmony Chamber of Commerce, the Historical Society, Habitat for Humanity, and the Harmony Area Foundation. He explained the improvements that will be done at the Visitor’s Center regarding the small room previously used by the Habitat for Humanity staff. One idea was to have an office there for the Harmony Area Foundation. Beastrom also spoke of the Historical Society and the expanding collection of items they have for display. The original intent was to have temporary displays with borrowed items, but it has not worked this way, as many people have donated their historical artifacts. Beastrom said there are volunteers working hard to catalog and index these artifacts as they put together a history of Harmony. “There are multiple things the room gets used for,” said Beastrom. He described changing it into a multi-purpose room, with historical displays around the perimeter, a space people can use for research, and an area for events. The carpet in the room was

Commonweal Theatre Company Presents: Around the World in 80 Days LANESBORO, Minn. — The Commonweal Theatre Company presents “Around the World in 80 Days” by Mark Brown June 27 through October 27. Follow the incredible journey of Phileas Fogg on his outrageous quest to circumnavigate the globe in only 80 days. Discounted tickets are available for previews, June 20 to June 26. Reservations can be made by

phoning the theatre box office at 800-657-7025 or by visiting www.commonwealtheatre.org. “Around the World in 80 Days” is the third offering in Commonweal’s 26th Season and is directed by Alan Bailey, who returns to share his expertise at turning theatrical convention on its head, having directed “The 39 Steps” for the company in 2012. Bailey was

also the director of last year’s touching drama, “The Memory of Water.” “We’re excited at the Commonweal,” says Bailey, “to explore the theme of inclusiveness in our production of Around the World in 80 Days, the classic story of a set-in-hisways English gentleman finding joy as he learns to accept – and even embrace – the multitude of cultures around the world. The production also promises laughs and adventure as five actors play forty roles and create every corner of the earth right before the audience’s eyes.” Commonweal Resident Ensemble Member David Hennessey takes on the role of main protagonist. Rounding out the cast is Commonweal Executive Director Hal Cropp along with Resident Ensemble Member Adrienne Sweeney and Annual Members Gary Danciu and Diana Jurand. Thomas White, Commonweal Production Manager, serves as stage manager and leads the production team consisting of designers Kit Mayer (sets), Wu Chen Khoo (lights), Annie Cady (costumes), Alan Bailey (sound), and Ana Hagedorn (props). Thanks to support from F&M Community Bank and Tri-County Electric Cooperative, special weekday matinee performances are available for school groups at only $5 per person, which includes a study Call today to receive your paper today! 765-2151

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 household each week. in bad shape, and Beastrom said they have made plans to replace that, and will be doing some painting this week. He and Vicki Tribon had submitted a grant application to the Harmony Area Foundation. The total cost of carpet, painting, and fixtures for the displays, comes to around $3,000. The display areas could be open to the public at certain times that would be advertised, or by appointment for research purposes. Beastrom invited the council to tour the Visitors Center to get an idea of the changes that are being made and see what goes on there. The council agreed to meet there June 17 at 5 p.m. EDA and Chamber Emily Ellis resigned her position as director of the Chamber of Commerce, and they are currently advertising for her replacement. The Fourth of July plans are underway, with fireworks, beer tent, food vendors, and games for kids. There will be wristbands sold instead of tickets for the kids activities. There are new promotional

commercials for the City of Harmony that were done by the Chamber of Commerce. Library The new carpet has been installed in the library and the books are all back on the shelves. Illg explained some problems with the north wall of the library. When the snow melts, it creates an ice dam, and the water comes under the existing wall, damaging the flooring. To fix this issue, they will take off the stucco, reflash the wall, and put siding on it to match the rest of the building. They will also tear out the shrubs so it is easier to remove the snow and keep it away from the building. The project will cost $2,700. Other Business Kyle Morem was sworn in as a new council member. A liquor license was approved for Wheelers. A new AED (Automated External Defibrillator) was installed in the ATM room at First State Bank. The August meeting time was changed to 8 p.m. due to the primary elections.

guide, video materials, preshow classroom workshop, and post-performance discussion with the actors. Funding for Commonweal Theatre’s programming is provided in part by a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature, a grant from the McKnight Foundation, and private funders. All performances are at the Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Avenue North, in downtown

Lanesboro. Ticket prices are $30 with discounts available for students and groups of ten or more. Employees and residents of Fillmore and Houston Counties are offered free admission to the Pay It Forward preview performance on Thursday, June 26. For ticket reservations or information about any Commonweal events or programs, call 800-657-7025 or 507-4672525, or email tickets@commonwealtheatre.org.

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Many farmers are seeing dramatic property tax Rushford preps for Highway 43 project, deals with illegal dumping increases thanks to Democrats By State Representative Paul Torkelson (R-Hanska) and State Senator Gary Dahms (R-Redwood Falls) As legislative Democrats now pat themselves on the back for supposedly providing tax relief to farmers, the facts show that most of them will actually pay significantly higher property taxes due to the DFL’s actions. Thanks to the unprecedented tax increases that Democrats implemented on farmers last year, most of those who make their living on the land won’t even notice this alleged relief. It’s a lot like someone stealing $100 out of your wallet and replacing it with $10 in hopes that you’ll forget the original theft. The Democrats are hoping farmers have short memories. In the spring of 2013, Democrats and Governor Dayton agreed to impose new sales taxes on farm repairs. At Farmfest last summer, the governor promised to remove this tax during an upcoming special session. The special session ended with no relief. In early 2014, Democrats promised, with House File 1777, to rescind the farm repair sales tax and provide refunds to those who had paid it. On April 1 the

tax was rescinded, yet Democrats refused to issue refunds of the estimated $10.5 million that was collected from farmers up to that date. Now Democrats are hailing the passage of a proposal that provides $16.9 million to farmers through the Agriculture Homestead Credit, which is hypocritical. Remember, farmers had already paid more than $10 million to state government through the equipment repair sales tax. Add in the fact that agriculture land property taxes have gone up by more than $116 million in the last two years and farmers can legitimately say they’ve been fleeced by their Democratic-led state government. Non-partisan Minnesota House research staffers have come up with some alarming agriculture property tax statistics. For instance, the average farmer in Le Sueur County who owned 250 acres paid $3,948 in property taxes in 2012. That same farmer will now pay $5,827 in 2014, which is a 47.6 percent increase in just two years. The average farmer in Martin County who owned 450 acres in 2012 paid $6,623 in property

taxes. In 2014, he’ll pay $8,494. In Stevens County, a farmer who paid $7,002 in property taxes for his 570 acres two years ago will now pay $8,580. These are real property tax increases implemented by Democratic leadership, and most farmers are feeling the hit in their pocketbooks. It’s also worth noting that taxes on non-homesteaded farm land won’t see any relief from this proposal. Taxes on those lands are usually passed on to farmers through the rent they pay. The reality is that Democrats are trying to throw a financial bone to farmers in order to keep them from complaining. They’ve even decided to mail farmers “Jesse Checks” – modeled after the one-time refunds championed by former Governor Ventura – within a few weeks of the November election. But farmers aren’t even going to notice this pittance because their property taxes have already skyrocketed thanks to the Democrats’ legislative actions from last year. State Representative Paul Torkelson (R-Hanska) and State Senator Gary Dahms (R-Redwood Falls) are co-chairmen of the Minnesota Legislature’s GOP Rural Caucus.

Gundersen Medical Foundation receives grant to provide breast cancer screening and education Susan G. Komen Minnesota has awarded a $26,251 grant to Gundersen Medical Foundation to provide breast cancer screening and education in rural Fillmore and Houston counties for the second consecutive year. The program will provide 50 women who are uninsured or underinsured and not eligible for the Sage program with free screening mammograms and breast health education aboard Gundersen Health System’s Mobile Mammography Unit. “Since 1993, Susan G. Komen Minnesota has raised more than $38 million and awarded grants to non-profit organizations supporting critical breast health and breast cancer programs in Minnesota. With these funds,

women in Minnesota are able to have access to breast health awareness and education, breast cancer screening and a number of treatment support services. We’re so pleased with the breast health services that Gundersen is bringing to the community and are proud to support programs that have an immediate impact,” states Denise Blumberg-Tendle, director of Mission Initiatives, Susan G. Komen Minnesota. The Mobile Mammography Unit will be stationed at Gundersen’s regional clinics in Houston, Harmony, La Crescent and Spring Grove 36 times between now and March 31,2015. Additionally, the Houston County Fair and Miken Sports in Caledonia, Minn., will host one-day screening events. New

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to the program this year is additional funding for diagnostic services for five women who require follow-up testing and cannot afford these additional procedures. “Detecting breast cancer at its earliest, most treatable stage through a screening mammogram remains the best way to fight the disease. Through this generous grant, we can reach out to a population of women who may not have otherwise had an opportunity to receive a mammogram,” says Joni Olson, clinical manager, Gundersen Norma J. Vinger Center for Breast Care. Upcoming screening events will be held: •Gundersen Harmony Clinic, (507) 886-8888 July 16, Sept. 24, Nov. 25 •Gundersen Houston Clinic, (507) 896-6000 June 24, July 24, Aug. 29, Sept. 11, Oct. 28, Nov. 14 •Gundersen La Crescent Clinic, (507) 895-6610 Jul 22, Aug. 13, Sept. 25, Oct. 16, Nov. 13 •Gundersen Spring Grove Clinic, (507) 498-3302 June 23, Aug. 25, Oct. 20, Dec. 15, Dec. 19 •Houston County Fair, Caledonia, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Aug. 16 Thousands of lives are saved through screening mammography. Schedule your mammogram by calling the Gundersen Clinic nearest you.

By Kirsten Zoellner Indications of the impending road project are starting to become noticeable and the city is making strides to make sure that local traffic and visitors know that the city businesses are open. Large construction signs bearing “Road Closed” warnings have been placed throughout the city along the Highway 43 corridor. Additional signage noting “local businesses are open” will appear with the construction signs. Meanwhile, the city is busy working a marketing campaign to keep the strong economic community moving. While truck traffic will be rerouted around the city via I-90 and Highway 76 and 16 to the city’s south side, local traffic visitors will be able to utilize a detour along the city’s east side. Prior and during the project, the city will be utilizing a Marketing/Communications Plan to keep area residents informed of updates, business promotions, and other related issues. “We’re all going to get through this,” noted City Administrator Steve Sarvi. “Little hiccups will happen. We’ll deal with them as they come.” The city is expected to sign the contract this week. A preconstruction meeting will likely be held the following week where issues such as mail delivery and garbage pickup will be ironed out. Illegal dumping in the city’s compost area has led to its temporary closure by the city. Multiple warnings went out to residents details what could and couldn’t be left at the site. After a recent spell where trash and construc-

tion materials were left for the city to remove, the city issued a public announcement for the site closure until further notice. “The straw that broke the camel’s back was a large doghouse filled with shingles,” noted Sarvi, expressing frustration, especially following a city-wide large garbage cleanup. “There are multiple ways for people to do the right thing.” Any time non-approved items are left at the site, the city could face non-compliance repercussions from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The council heard various suggestions on preventing such issues in the future. They included hiring someone to supervise the site, utilizing trailtype cameras, and opening the site again after a period of time. For now, residents wanting to use the site for approved items can borrow keys for the lock from city hall. Also discussed at the June 9 meeting was the use of Veteran’s Memorial Park as the site of a donated gazebo, which would serve much as the original site bandstand did. The local Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion posts expressed to the council their desire to have their voice heard regarding any plans for the park. “We do a lot for this community and we believe we have a bit of a say here,” said Todd James. “Veterans park was set aside by the city for veterans.” Mayor Chris Hallum noted that the city wouldn’t proceed with anything without discussions with the two entities. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, June 23, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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Monday, June 16, 2014

Fillmore County police reports Chatfield Police Department Kirk Lee Ericson, 45, Stewartville, Minn.; 5/1/2014, Duty to Drive with Due Care - Speed Greater than Reasonable; Fees $130. Amy Cristy Herold, 38, Chatfield, Minn.; 5/3/2014, Driver’s License - Driving After Revocation; Fees $290. 5/3/2014, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle; Fees $200. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Alexander Charles Belisle, 25, La Crosse, Wis.; 4/27/2014, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle; Fees $290. Christopher Eric Benson, 33, St. Paul, Minn.; 5/18/2014, Uninsured Vehicle - Owner Violation; Fees $290. 5/18/2014, Speeding - 50/40; Fees $40. Jolene Marie Blue, 35, Red Wing, Minn.; 6/22/2013, Financial Transaction Card Fraud - Use - No Consent; Fine of $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 5/29/2016), Restitution $46.79, Total fees $1,036.79, Local confinement for 365 days (stay 345 days for two years - credit for time served for seven days - serve as work release/weekends), Supervised probation for two years - Follow all conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Follow all instructions of probation, including programming recommended by probation, No

contact with victim(s), Write letter of apology, Maintain employment. Alyssa Rochelle Christianson, 31, Spring Valley, Minn.; 4/15/2014, Use of Wireless Communications Device - Compose, Read or Send Electronic Message in Motion or Traffic; Fees $140. Jeremy Dale Gansen, 38, Oronoco, Minn.; 4/15/2014, Use of Wireless Communications Device - Compose, Read or Send Electronic Message in Motion or Traffic; Fees $140. Brady James Gartner, 23, Preston, Minn.; 4/14/2014, Use of Wireless Communications Device - Compose, Read or Send Electronic Message in Motion or Traffic; Fees $140. Catherine Marie Hiebert, 49, Golden Valley, Minn.; 5/24/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Tyler Michael Johnson, 22, Harmony, Minn.; 4/26/2014, Speeding - 64/55; Fees $130. Gregg Harlan Olson, 30, Rushford, Minn.; 5/24/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Bruce Kent Seal, 65, Falcon Heights, Minn.; 5/24/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Michael Howard Swenson, 58, Mabel, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Dianne Louise Toczek, 58, Yankton, S.D.; 5/24/2014, Speeding - 80/55; Fees $230.

Joel Maurice Walbridge, 52, Fountain, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Vincent Hoffman York, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/2/2014, Drugs - Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession; Fees $140. Minnesota State Patrol Amber Dorene Gossick, 28, Spring Valley, Minn.; 4/6/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Creighton Mitchell Horihan, 35, Lanesboro, Minn.; 1/11/2014, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 6/5/2015), Total fees $415, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Follow all conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, including complete a DWI class or programming and MADD Panel if recommended by probation, Sign Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Aftercare, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, Follow all instructions of probation, No driving without insurance, and valid driver’s license. 1/11/2014, Traffic Accidents - Injury, Death, or Vehicle Damage - Driver Fails to Give Information; Fees $100. Kyle Ryan Krenzke, 31, Roch-

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County ester, Minn.; 4/11/2014, Speeding - 50/40; Fees $130. Hannah Claire Ramaker, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 4/19/2014, Seat Belt Required Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Theodore Loren Reinhardt, 41, Fountain, Minn.; 5/12/2014, Speeding - 50/40; Fees $130. Sean Francis Selden, 25, Canton, Minn.; 4/30/2014, Uninsured Vehicle - Owner Violation; Fees $290. Li Yiran, 24, Dubuque, Iowa; 5/16/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Preston Police Department Peter Edward Bushman, 48, St. Charles, Minn.; 1/10/2014, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within 2 Hours; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 5/27/2015), Total fees $415, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance, have valid license to drive, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Attend MADD Impact Panel, if required, Submit to random searches, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Complete chemical assessment, follow all recommendations. Julie Ann Lewandowski, 34, Harmony, Minn.; 3/31/2014, Duty to Drive with Due Care Speed Greater than Reasonable;

Youth tractor safety a success Lanesboro Arts Center By Jerrold Tesmer, Extension Educator for Fillmore/Houston Counties The Youth Tractor Safety Training was held Monday, June 9 through We d n e s d a y, June 11. This is a joint effort from the University of Minnesota Extension and area High School Ag instructors. Jerrold Tesmer There were 13 students who completed the joint training this year. Rushford-Peterson High School hosted the training year. Brad Harguth, Caledonia High School Ag instructor along with Colby Lind & Kirby Schmidt, Rushford-Peterson High School Ag

instructors worked together to conduct the training. There is a lot of work involved, lining up tractors, arranging facilities, and all the miscellaneous things that need to be ready on site. Classroom instruction, videos, safety demonstrations, and actual tractor driving were key parts of the course. Hammell Equipment of Rushford was very generous in providing the tractors and equipment for the driving portion of the training. The students completing the course this year were: Dylan Buckland, Bryce Kingsley, Jordan Kleist, Dakota Stampka, Dustin Stampka, Joey Bradley, Trenten Kuditz, Timothy Highum, Austen Werner, Hans Lind, Jens Lind, Brandon Eide, and Josh Agrimson.

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LANESBORO, Minn. - Lanesboro Arts Center announces a Call for Haiku Poetry written by people of all ages and all levels of experience. A selection of poems will be chosen for inclusion in the Lanesboro Arts Campus project, with the potential to be published in a number of different ways including public signage throughout Lanesboro, Lanesboro Arts Center web and social media, printed publications, and Lanesboro Arts Campus events. Haiku is a short poetry form that was developed in Japan. It is written in a 3-line format, with the first line being five syllables, the second line seven syllables, and the third line five syllables (no rhyming or complete sentences necessary!). LAC invites Haiku submissions of all subject matter, but specifically is looking for entries that speak to the unique culture of our region--for example, themes of nature, art, community, agriculture, family, small towns, local food, specific local landmarks or events, etc. Lanesboro Arts Center is accepting Haiku submissions now through 5 p.m. on June 25, 2014. Each applicant may submit 1-3 Haiku poems. To read the full guidelines and sub-

mit your poetry, follow the link on the homepage of our website www.lanesboroarts.org. Online submission through LAC’s website is strongly encouraged, but hard-copy submissions will also be accepted. Postmark deadline is June 25, 2014. Send 1-3 Haiku poems and include contact information (full name, address, email, phone number) to: Lanesboro Arts Center, attn: POETRY, PO Box 152, Lanesboro, MN 55949. Following the jury process, poems selected for publication will be announced on LAC’s website and/or Facebook page (www. facebook.com/LanesboroArts) on August 1, 2014. With the creation of the Lanesboro Arts Campus (a project of Lanesboro Arts Center, in partnership with the City of Lanesboro and the Lanesboro Chamber of Commerce),

Fees $130. Brian Lee Marcks, 57, Austin, Minn.; 7/30/2013, Issue Dishonored Check - Value Not More Than $250; Restitution $215.68, Total fees $355.68. Jacqueline Ann Wennes, 61, Spring Grove, Minn.; 4/28/2014, Speeding - 50/40; Fees $130. Rushford Police Department Ryan Michael Culhane, 26, Peterson, Minn.; 12/29/2013, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within 2 Hours; Fine of $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 3/31/2016), Total fees $1,020, Local confinement for 365 days (stay 335 days for two years - serve as work release/weekends), Supervised probation for two years - Follow all conditions set forth in Probation Agreement, Sign Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/ treatment, outpatient treatment, Aftercare, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, Follow all instructions of probation, No driving without insurance, or valid driver’s license, Comply with Ignition Interlock Program. Elim Nahum Flores Padilla, 27, Harmony, Minn.; 5/18/2014, Driver’s License Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited; Fees $190. 5/18/2014, Uninsured Vehicle Owner Violation; Fees $200.

the municipal parking lot in Lanesboro will be transformed into the Poetry Parking Lot, an artful, functional space where “park here” signage is replaced with Haiku poetry. Award-winning poet, teacher and writer Ed Bok Lee is serving as public art and poetry consultant, and will be working with a local jury committee and Lanesboro Arts Center staff to review Haiku poetry submissions for inclusion and publication in the Lanesboro Arts Campus. LAC plans to hold this contest annually, replacing the poetry each year to create a rotating literary exhibition in public spaces throughout the Lanesboro Arts Campus. To learn more about the Lanesboro Arts Campus project, visit www.lanesboroarts. org. The Lanesboro Arts Center serves as a regional catalyst for artistic excellence and educational development in providing diverse art experiences for people of all ages. 507-467-2446 / info@lanesboroarts.org.

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• Wildcat Park & Landing • Camp Winnebago • Nestled Inn Guest House • Chatfield Center for the Arts • City of Chatfield • Jac’s Bar & Grill • Oakenwald Terrace B & B • Harvest Farm Campground • Hruska’s Bluffton Campground • Randy’s Bluffton Store & Campground • City of Fountain • Fillmore County History Center and Genealogy Library • Harmony Foods • Harmony House Restaurant • Niagara Cave • RE/MAX Select Properties - Roxanne Johnson • Selvig House B & B • City of Hokah • AcenTek • City of Houston • Lilac & Lace Guest House • Loken’s Sawmill Inn & Suites

Thank you to these businesses for supporting the 2014 Historic Bluff Country Magazine • Money Creek Haven, Inc. • Money Creek Retreat • The Bunkhouse • City of La Crescent • Bluffscape Amish Tours • Highway 250 Campground • Mabel House Hotel • City of Peterson • Peterson Station Museum and Visitor Center • Branding Iron Restaurant • F & M Community Bank • Fillmore County Journal • Forestville / Mystery Cave State Park • Maple Springs Campground • Pine Tree Orchard • Preston Foods • Loken’s Rushford Inn • Merchants Bank • Nordic Lanes • Norsland Lefse • Rushford Aquatic Center • Rushford Foods • Rushford Institute for Nanotechnology (RINTek) • Rushford Municipal Airport •Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce • Rushford State Bank • Stumpy’s Restaurant • The Creamery • Hidden Bluffs Resort • HIS Business • Spring Grove Swim Center • Bluff Country Newspaper Group • Root River Antique Historical Power Association • City of Wykoff • Wykoff Jail Haus B & B

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY, JUNE 17

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18

•Semcac Bus to Rochester, bus picks up for shopping, 9:35am at Chic’s, Preston; 10am at Fountain State Bank. all 800-944-3874 to ride. •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Lakewood Apartments, 420 Bench Street SW, Chatfield, MN. •Bingo, 11am, Rushford Tenborg Center.* •The Lego Movie, 1pm, Chatfield Public Library. FREE •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*

•Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-4pm, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley.* •Norwegian Meatball Supper, 4:30-7:30pm, Garness Trinity Lutheran Church. 42081 130th St., Mabel, MN. 507-493-5905.

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•”Music in the Park” 45th Anniversary, 6-7:30pm, Chatfield City Park. FREE* •AA Class “Road’s Journey,” 8pm, 301 E. Franklin St., Spring Valley (a yellow house).*

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•Preschool Storytime, 10am, Chatfield Public Library. •Historical Society Annual Ice •Free Senior Coffee and Cream Social, 5-7pm, 220 W. Homemade Dessert, 9am, Clara Courtland St., Spring Valley. 507House of Harmony.* 346-7659. •Fathers Day & Birthday Party, •Solstice Party, 5-8pm pizza, 7:30starting at 10:30am, Rushford 10pm barn dance, 10pm singing by Tenborg Center. the campfire. DreamAcres. www. •Rushford Senior Dining, 10:30dreameryruralartsinitiative.org. noon, 113 E. Jessie Street, Rushford. •Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, •Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Library. No school, no story hour.* Fillmore St. Chatfield.* •TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) meeting, Spring Valley Care Center SATURDAY, JUNE 21 Activity Room. Weigh-in from •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 5:15-5:30pm. Meeting from 5:301300 West Tracy Rd., 6:15pm. Questions contact Judy at 9-11am, Spring Valley, MN.* 507-346-2469.

THURSDAY, JUNE 19

•Lanesboro Farmers’ Market, 9-noon, Sylvan Park.* •Bluff Country ATV Club meeting, 10am, Stumpy’s, Rushford. •Treasures from the Hill (Bethlehem Lutheran Church Summer Fundraiser), 10am-4pm, Lanesboro Community Center. •Fossil Collecting Trip, 7pm, Houston Nature Center. Call 507-896-4668 or e-mail nature@ acegroup.cc for more info. •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For more info, call 507-251-1771 or 765-2518.*

•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN.* •Spring Valley Community Blood Drive, 1-7pm, Community Center. Call Val at 346-7367 ext. #1.

SUNDAY, JUNE 22 •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, South Main St. and Highway 52.*

MONDAY, JUNE 23 •Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.*

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Forestville Township Change of date for regular meetings Forestville Town Board has rescheduled its June, July and August regular monthly meetings. The dates are as follows: June 23, July 21, and August 18, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. at the Forestville Town Hall. Connie Morger Clerk – Forestville Township Publish 9, 16

Notice of public informational meeting Ostrander Minnesota Infrastructure Project Notice is hereby given that the Ostrander City Council of Ostrander, Minnesota will hold a public informational meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 6 p.m. at the Community Center to present information and to gather input on a proposed citywide infrastructure improvement project. City of Ostrander Publish 16

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No.: 23-PR-14-421 In Re: Estate of Carlyn James Klomp, also known as Carlyn J. Klomp; Carlyn Klomp, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated February 20, 2012. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Stacy Schmidt, whose address is 2762 So. Weestern Skies Drive, Gilbert, Arizona 85295, and Mark Markham, whose address is 2620 E. Stottler Drive, Gilbert, Arizona 85296, to serve as the personal representatives of the decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representatives. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representatives must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representatives have the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representatives or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: June 09, 2014 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Richard A. Nethercut (MN#130072) Richard A. Nethercut, PA 32 Main Avenue North PO Box 657 Harmony Minnesota 55939-0657 Telephone: (507) 886-6131 Facsimile: (507) 886-2711

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Quiet Title Court File Number: 23-CV-14-407 Darlene A. Nielsen, Trustee of The Larry E. Nielsen and Darlene A. Nielsen Family Trust Plaintiff, Summons vs. Martha Edwards a/k/a Martha Hendrickson and Hendrick Hendrickson, husband and wife, George A. Hayes, Charles D. Sherwood, Rueben Whittemore, Benjamin D. Sprague a/k/a B. D. Sprague, Samuel C. Barton, John Paul, Hiram Walker, W.W. Beers, Ezra Farnsworth, Jr., John Paulson, James L. Gates, Niles Carpenter, George G. Stevens, Charles Melgard and Caroline Melgard, his wife, The Rushford Power Co., Edwin B. Purdy, Elizabeth Sherwood, Byron C. Knapp, Charlotte P. Sherwood, Anna Rosencrantz, Elmer E. Loveridge and Emmet H. Loveridge, Jay E. Sherwood, Charles Davis, Tosten Nelson, John Nilson, Marlon A. Davis, Milton Reuben Davis and Amy E. Davis, his wife, Howard C. Davis, Norman Kopperud and Helen B. Kopperud, Lloyd Humble and Vivian Humble, John W. Moor and Marlon Y. Moor, Rushford Oil Co. Inc., Lyle E. Johnson, Marvin Baker, Truman A. Bremmer & Clara M. Bremmer, all heirs and devisees of any of the abovenamed persons who are deceased; and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien In the real estate described in the complaint herein, Defendants, THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO: The above named Defendants. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s 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: Chiglo Law Office, 210 E. Cedar Street, P.O. Box 507, Houston, MN 55943. 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s 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 THIS 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 your do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can than 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 information 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. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE 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 of the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT AFFECTS AND BRINGS INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: A part of Lots 1, 4, and 6 in WALKER & COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION of HYDRAULIC BLOCK 3 of C.D. SHERWOOD’S ADDITION to South Rushford (now City of Rushford Village) also being a part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 23, Township 104 North, Range 8 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 23; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 32 seconds West (NOTE: all bearings are on the Fillmore County NAD 1983, HARN 96 adjustment) along the east line of said Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter for a

distance of 757.00 feet to the southeast corner of said Hydraulic Block 3, thence South 73 degrees 57 minutes 23 Seconds West (previously described as South 74 deg. 29 min. West) for a distance of 100.00 feet; thence North 18 degrees 49 minutes 32 seconds West for a distance of 100.00 feet to a found ~ inch iron pipe to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the land to be described; thence North 18 degrees 50 minutes 46 seconds West for a distance of 152.70 feet to a found ~ inch iron pipe; thence continue North 18 degrees 50 minutes 46 seconds West for a distance of 10.57 feet to the northerly line of said Hydraulic Block 3; thence North 75 degrees 39 minutes 56 seconds East along said northerly line for a distance of 52.90 feet; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 32 seconds East, parallel with the east line of said Section 23, for a distance of 167.62 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Containing 4305 Square feet, more or less, subject to easements, covenants, and restrictions of record. 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 property. NOTlCE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM. No personal claim is made against any of the Defendants in this action above entitled. Dated: May 15, 2014 /s/ Terry A. Chiglo Chiglo Law Office Terry A. Chiglo 210 E. Cedar Street P.O. Box 507 Houston, MN 55943 Phone: (507) 896-2176 Attorney I.D. No. 243875 Publish 16, 23, 30

NOtice of Mortgage Foreclosure sale DATE: May 2, 2014 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: September 15, 2006 2. Mortgagors: Donald C. Hanson and Shari L. Hanson 3. Mortgagees: First Southeast Bank 4. Recording Information: Recorded on September 20, 2006, as Document Number 354980 (or in Book […] of […] Page […]), in the Office of the County Recorder Registrar of Titles of Fillmore County, Minnesota 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: None. INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 15-0398-000 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Lots 10, 11, and 12, Block 2, T.A. Torgerson’s Addition to the City of Harmony, Fillmore County, Minnesota. Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered (Torrens) 8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 15 3rd St. SW Harmony, MN 55939 OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 9. The person holding the Mortgage: [check one] is a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the transaction agent, residential mortgage servicer, and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are […]. The transaction agent’s mortgage identification number, if stated on the Mortgage, is […]. is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are First Southeast Bank. 10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is First Southeast Bank. INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. 12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $55,000.00 13. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $51,762.78. 14. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Fillmore County, Minnesota, at public auction on July 3, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at Fillmore County Courthouse Main Lobby. 15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is 6 months after the date of sale. 16. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on January 3, 2015. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Springer & Gumbel, P.A. 141 West Fillmore Street P.O. Box 469 Preston, MN 55965 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: First Southeast Bank P.O. Box 429 Harmony, MN 55939 Publish 19, 26, 2, 9, 16, 23

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File Number: 23-CV-14-407 Quiet Title Notice of Case Filing Darlene A. Nielsen, Trustee of the Larry E. Nielsen and Darlene A. Nielsen Family Trust vs Martha Edwards, Hendrick Hendrickson, George A Hayes, Charles D Sherwood, Rueben Whittemore et. al. Date Case Filed: 05/21/2014 Court file number 23-CV-14-407 has been assigned to this matter. All future correspondence must include this file number, the attorney identification number, and must otherwise conform to format requirements or they WILL BE RETURNED. Correspondence and communication on this matter should be directed to the following court address: Fillmore Count y Cour t Administration PO BOX 436 Preston MN 55965-0436 507-765-3356 If ADR applies, a list of neutrals is available at www.mncourts.gov (go to Alternative Dispute Resolution) or at any court facility. Dated: May 29, 2014 James D. Attwood Court Administrator Fillmore County District Court Terry Allen Chiglo 210 East Cedar PO Box 507 Houston, MN 55943 Publish 16, 23, 30

Description of Proposed school construction project Fillmore Central Schools is proposing $4,581,000 in capital improvements at the Preston and Harmony attendance centers. Projects would be scheduled for completion in the 2014 and 2015 calendar years. Cost estimates by project type/location are as follows: Preston Site Parking Lot Replacement $800,000 Restroom Upgrades / $100,000 Title 1 Classrooms HVAC Upgrades $2,050,000 $2,950,000 Harmony Site Asbestos Removal $605,000 Sprinkler I Door Upgrades $631,000 Restroom Upgrades $80,000 Window Upgrades $70,000 Parking Lot Improvement $55,000 $1,441,000 Fees/Bond Issuance Costs $190,000 The district proposes to finance the non-HVAC projects at Preston and the restroom, window and parking lot improvements at Harmony with the issuance of capital facilities bonds as authorized under Minn. Stat. § 123B.62. The HVAC upgrades at Preston and the asbestos, sprinkler and door upgrades at Harmony will be financed with the issuance of non-voter approved, alternative facilities bonds as authorized under Minn. Stat.§ 1238.59, Subd.1(b). The district will certify debt service fund levies to make the annual bond payments beginning with the Payable 2015 levy cycle. School board approval is required to proceed with the proposed projects. The school board believes the proposed projects are in the best interest of the district. The district shall observe the requirement in Minn. Stat.§ 1238.59 Subd. 8 to establish and maintain a separate account for this program in accordance with UFARS for this program; the district must meet requirement in Minn. Stat. §123B.59 Subd. 3 to publish notice of intended projects. REVIEW AND COMMENT STATEMENT Based upon the department’s analysis of the school district’s required documentation and other pertinent information from sources of the Minnesota Department of Education, the Commissioner of Education provides a positive review and comment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE Persons desiring additional information regarding this proposal should contact the school district superintendent’s office. Dated: May 28, 2014 /s/ Dr. Brenda Cassellius Commissioner Publish 9, 16

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-14-417 Estate of Vernon Kappers a/k/a Vernon C. Kappers a/k/a Barney Kappers, Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR SUMMARY ASSIGNMENT OR DISTRIBUTION AND FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL NOTICE TO CREDITORS - NON EXEMPT ESTATE Notice is given that a petition has been filed requesting that the Estate assets be summarily assigned. The Petition requests the probate of an instrument purporting to be the Decedent’s last Will dated May 12, 1999, and any codicil() to the Will dated , and separate writings under Minn. Stat. § 524.2-513 (“Will”). Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and if no objections or claims are filed or raised the Court may issue a decree distributing or assigning the Estate’s assets. It is Ordered and Notice is now given that the Petition will be heard on July 8, 2014 at 9:00 (a.m.), by this Court at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, Minnesota. Notice is further given that (subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: June 3, 2014 Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Petitioner Kelly M. Wagner Baudler, Maus, Forman, Kritzer & Wagner, LLP 124 N. Broadway, P.O. Box 1268 Spring Valley, MN, 55975 Attorney License No: 0314031 Telephone: (507) 346-7301 FAX: (507) 346-2537 Email: kwagner@baudlerlaw.com Publish 9, 16

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PUBLIC NOTICES STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Quiet Title Court File No. 23-CV-14-407 Darlene A. Nielsen, Trustee of the Larry E. Nielsen and Darlene A. Nielsen Family Trust Plaintiff, Complaint vs. Martha Edwards a/k/a Martha Hendrickson and Hendrick Hendrickson, husband and wife, George A. Hayes, Charles D. Sherwood, Rueben Whittemore, Benjamin D. Sprague a/k/a B. D. Sprague, Samuel C. Barton, John Paul, Hiram Walker, W.W. Beers, Ezra Farnsworth, Jr., John Paulson, James L. Gates, Niles Carpenter, George G. Stevens, Charles Melgard and Caroline Melgard, his wife, The Rushford Power Co., Milton Reuben Davis and Amy E. Davis, his wife, Howard C. Davis, Norman Kopperud and Helen B. Kopperud, Lloyd Humble and Vivian Humble, John W. Moor and Marlon Y. Moor, Rushford Oil Co. INC., Lyle E. Johnson, Marvin Baker, Truman A. Bremmer & Clara M. Bremmer, all heirs and devisees of any of the above named persons who are deceased; and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, Interest or lien In the real estate described in the complaint herein, Defendants, Darlene Nielsen (“Plaintiff”) for its Complaint against the above-named Defendants states and alleges as follows: FACTS COMMON TO ALL COUNTS 1. This action involves certain real property located in Fillmore County, Minnesota with an address of 45343 Highway 16, Rushford, MN 55971, and legally described as follows: A part of Lots 1, 4, and 6 in WALKER & COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION of HYDRAULIC BLOCK 3 of C.D. SHERWOOD’S ADDITION to South Rushford (now City of Rushford Village) also being a part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 23, Township 104 North, Range 8 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 23; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 32 seconds West (NOTE: all bearings are on the Fillmore County NAD 1983, HARN 96 adjustment) along the east line of said Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter for a distance of 757.00 feet to the southeast corner of said Hydraulic Block 3, thence South 73 degrees 57 minutes 23 Seconds West (previously described as South 74 deg. 29 min. West) for a distance of 100.00 feet; thence North 18 degrees 49 minutes 32 seconds West for a distance of 100.00 feet to a found 112 inch iron pipe to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the land to be described; thence North 18 degrees 50 minutes 46 seconds West for a distance of 152.70 feet to a found 112 inch iron pipe; thence continue North 18 degrees 50 minutes 46 seconds West for a distance of 10.57 feet to the northerly line of said Hydraulic Block 3; thence North 75 degrees 39 minutes 56 seconds East along said northerly line for a distance of 52.90 feet; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 32 seconds East, parallel with the east line of said Section 23, for a distance of 167.62 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Containing 4305 Square feet, more or less, subject to easements, covenants, and restrictions of record. 2. Rushford Oil Company, by Larry E. Nielsen, its President, conveyed the property described and other land to the Larry E. Nielsen and Darlene A. Nielsen Family Trust pursuant to a Warranty Deed dated September 28, 2005, which was recorded with the Office of the Fillmore County Recorder on October 5, 2005, as Document No. 348955. 3. Larry E. Nielsen took title and possession of the described property by a Quit Claim Deed from Marvin Baker on August 28,1984, and filed for record on November 15, 1984, as document No. 238407 in the Office of the Fillmore County Recorder. The Defendants are the former fee owners or had equitable interest in the Property, subject to easements, covenants, and restrictions of record. 4. The plaintiffs and their predecessors in interest have had sole and exclusive possession since 1979, based on a Warranty Deed dated January 11, 1979, and filed for record on January 24, 1979, in the office of the Fillmore County Recorder in Book 227 of Deeds on Page 79. 5. This Deed included real property including that described as: A part of Lots 1, 4, and 6 in WALKER & COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION of HYDRAULIC BLOCK 3 of C.D. SHERWOOD’S ADDITION to South Rushford (now City of Rushford Village) also being a part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 23, Township 104 North, Range 8 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows:

West (NOTE: all bearings are on the Fillmore County NAD 1983, HARN 96 adjustment) along the east line of said Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter for a distance of 757.00 feet to the southeast corner of said Hydraulic Block 3, thence South 73 degrees 57 minutes 23 Seconds West (previously described as South 74 deg. 29 min. West) for a distance of 100.00 feet ; thence North 18 degrees 49 minutes 32 seconds West for a distance of 100.00 feet to a found Y2 inch iron pipe to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the land to be described; thence North 18 degrees 50 minutes 46 seconds West for a distance of 152.70 feet to a found 1/2 inch iron pipe; thence continue North 18 degrees 50 minutes 46 seconds West for a distance of 10.57 feet to the northerly line of said Hydraulic Block 3; thence North 75 degrees 39 minutes 56 seconds East along said northerly line for a distance of 52.90 feet; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 32 seconds East, parallel with the east line of said Section 23, for a distance of 167.62 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Containing 4305 square feet, more or less, subject to easements, covenants, and restrictions of record. 6. Pursuant to the Marketable Title Act there has been no recorded claim or notice of an Interest in the property referenced at Paragraph 4 of this Complaint. 7. Plaintiff has been in exclusive sole possession of the land described herein, since 1979. 8. Plaintiff, Darlene A. Nielsen, is the spouse of Larry E. Nielsen deceased and therefore the sole survivor of the Larry E. Nielsen and Darlene A. Nielsen Family Trust, Qated September 28, 2005. 9. Plaintiff is entitled to an order of this Court declaring that Defendants no longer have any right, title, or interest in the Property. 10. Plaintiff is entitled to an order of this Court determining all right, title, and interest in the property transferred to her by the Warranty Deed dated September 28, 2005 and duly recorded on October 5, 2005 as Document No. 348955 in the Fillmore County Recorder’s Office, which includes the property described herein. COUNT I - QUIET TITLE 10. Plaintiff restates and re-alleges the foregoing paragraphs of its Complaint as if fully set forth herein. 11. Plaintiff is entitled to an order of this Court declaring that Defendants no longer have any right, title, or interest in the property 12. Plaintiff is entitled to an order of this Court determining all right, title, and interest in the property transferred to her, under the terms of the Larry E. Nielsen and Darlene A. Nielsen Family Trust, by the Warranty Deed dated September 28, 2005 and duly recorded on October 5, 2005 as Document No. 348955 in the Fillmore County Recorder’s Office, which includes the property described herein. PRAYER FOR RELIEF WHEREFORE, Plaintiff is entitled to a declaratory judgment of this Court and judgment against Defendants as follows: 1. Declaring that Defendants, all heirs and devisees of any of the above-named persons who are deceased; and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint have no interest in the described property. 2. Declaring that the Plaintiff is the fee owner of the property described herein, transferred to her pursuant to a Warranty Deed from Rushford Oil Company, by Larry E. Nielsen, dated September 28, 2005, and duly recorded in the Fillmore County Recorder’s Office on October 5, 2005, as Document No. 348955. 3. An order of this Court determining all right, title, and interest in the property described herein was transferred to the Plaintiff as the surviving trustee of the Larry E. Nielsen and Darlene A Nielsen Family Trust. 4. For such other and further relief as this Court deems just and equitable. Dated: May 15, 2014 /s/ Terry A. Chiglo Attorney Chiglo Law Office 210 E. Cedar Street, PO Box 507 Houston, MN 55943 Attorney ID#243875 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The undersigned hereby acknowledge that pursuant to Minn. Stat. §549.211, subd. 2, costs, disbursements, and reasonable attorney and witness fees may be awarded to the opposing party or parties in this litigation if the court should find that the undersigned acted in bad faith, asserting a claim or defense that is frivolous and that is costly to the other party, asserted an unfound position solely to delay the ordinary course of the proceedings or to harass, or committed a fraud upon the court. /s/Terry A. Chiglo Attorney VERIFICATION I, Darlene Nielsen, individually, have read the foregoing Complaint and verify under oath that the matter asserted therein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. /s/ Darlene Nielsen Subscribed and sworn before me this 14 day of May, 2014, by Darlene Nielsen. /s/ Shannon Meier. Notary Public Publish 16, 23, 30

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Yucatan Township Yucatan Township is accepting quotes for roadside mowing, approximately 33 miles. Contact: John Dewey, Township Road Supervisor. 8882 E. Twin Ridge Rd. Houston, MN 55943. 507-896-3566. Deborah Dewey Yucatan Township Clerk Publish 16, 23

Notice of ordinance adoption Fillmore County Zoning ordinance The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners adopted an amendment to Section 735 of the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance, titled Extraction of Water for Water Bottling Purposes on April 1, 2014. The Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance can be viewed in its entirety on the Fillmore County website at www. co.fillmore.mn.us Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 9, 16, 23

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-14-432 In Re: Estate of Gesina J. Brueggeman, Deceased. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated March 13, 2008. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Sylvia Passow, whose address is 28359 393rd Ave., Peterson, Minnesota 55962 and Sarah Bearbower, whose address is 25438 451st Ave., Rushford, Minnesota 55971, to serve as the personal representatives of the decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representatives. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representatives must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representatives have the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representatives or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: June 10, 2014 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Jed J. Hammell (MN#320043) Hammell & Murphy, PLLP 110 E. Main St., P.O. Box 149 Caledonia Minnesota 55921 Telephone: (507) 725-3361 Facsimilie: (507) 725-5627

request for proposals ISD 2198 will receive Request for Proposals for Lot Reclaiming and Paving Projects for the Preston and Harmony MN Sites and a Sprinkler System for the Harmony, MN site. All trades must be present in order to bid the work as the timeline for completion is critical to the success of the projects. Walk the sites June 23, 2014 with bids due June 30, 2014. Sealed Bids shall be received at the District Office located at 700 Chatfield St., Preston, MN 55965 no later than 3 p.m. For further information, please contact the district representative Aaron Hess @ 507.272.0148 regarding the proposal process. Publish 16, 23

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Summary of Minutes June 3, 2014 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: The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda. • the following Consent Agenda: 1. May 27, 2014 County Board minutes. 2. Merit increase for Judy Affeldt to Grade 32/ Step 12 (L. 3. Family and Medical Leave for employee #458. 4. Consider approval of Fireworks Permit for Eagle Cliff Campground for July 4, 2014. 5. Consider approval of Fireworks Permit for Blakeslee Farm for July 5, 2014. • award contract for bridge replacement in Beaver Township SAP 023-599-192 to low bidder Minnowa Construction. • re-appointed Jeffrey Brand as Fillmore County Surveyor. • hire of Jeffrey Woellert as replacement .5 full-time equivalent Custodian at Grade 2/ Step 1. • accepted resignation of Tina Peters, Public Health Nurse, Lead. • appointment of Commissioners and staff to fulfill current vacancies on committees. • appointment of Chair Bakke to Agriculture Water Quality Certification Program Advisory Committee. The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount $640.00 Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card, registration fees M & I Lockbox, services $4,771.06 Whitewater Wireless, Inc., services $2,594.64 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $8,005.70 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (28 bills - not listed) $5,142.00 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $13,147.70 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Affiliated Computer Services, software renewal $5,060.75 Mac Queen Equipment, Inc., parts $894.56 Milestone Materials, Inc., rock $2,978.85 Titan Machinery, parts $584.33 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $9,518.49 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (18 bills - not listed) $2,938.27 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $12,456.76 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. Publish 16

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United Packaging Inc. in Peterson is looking for reliable, dependable people to help build wood crates. 1st shIft hoUrs 6:00am to 2:00pm starting pay is $10 per hour.

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EMPLOYMENT Spring Valley Senior Living is currently accepting applications for Part-Time CNA’s on our evening and overnight shifts. Positions include every other weekend worked and offer shift and weekend pay differentials. If interested, please send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or email hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h16,23-o

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Preston & Harmony Foods is adding staff to assist in our Fresh Meat department with processing, wrapping, and stocking fresh, frozen and smoked meat products. This position will also have duties including product delivery to Harmony Foods and assisting with department cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities. A typical work schedule will be 4 or 5 days per week, approximately 5 hours per day between the hours of 7am – 4pm. Must be willing to work every other weekend and have a valid driver’s license with clean record. Apply in person at Preston Foods or mail your resume to Preston Foods; ATTN: Tim Kiehne; PO Box 309; Preston, MN 55965

EMPLOYMENT Groundskeeper at Lanesboro Golf Course. Previous experience preferred. Salary negotiable. 507-467-3742 ask for Bill. h9,16-o LOOKING FOR CLASS A Company Drivers with Reefer experience for run from MN to NV. Drop and Hook - Cross Dock. Excellent pay, Health Ins, paid vacation, home time!! Please send/respond with resume to: Human Resources, 23791 67th Avenue, St. Cloud, MN 56301. Avg. Miles – 3,0003,500; .37 per mile starting pay, Weekly pay, Direct deposit, Health ins., Paid vacation, 401K. Paper logs. No Hazmat. Clean inspection bonus, Atta Boy Bonus. 320/203-7049. MCAN On the Crunchy Side is hiring restaurant staff: Servers/bartenders and cooks/kitchen help. Apply in person. Ask for Lisa or Miles. h9,16,23,30-o

Looking for individuals to work farm related construction. Must have driver’s license and be willing to travel by the week. Steel Constructors Inc. Spring Valley, MN 507.346.2374

EMPLOYMENT PART-TIME ANNOUNCER. KFILKVGO Radio/Townsquare Media in Preston is seeking a part-time on-air personality and ad copy production person. Good computer skills required. Must be available flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Send resume to KFIL Radio, Attention Bruce, P O Box 370, Preston, MN 55965 or email to production@kfilradio.com. Call 507765-3856. Townsquare Media is an equal opportunity employer. h16,23-o Production Manager: Connaughty Industries, Rushford MN, is seeking a Production Manager. This position involves planning, coordination, and control of processes. Duties also include working with team members to ensure products are produced in an efficient manner with high quality. Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment required. Must have excellent communication skills, be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, and able to work independently and make sound decisions. Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume to: Connaughty Industries, Attn: Mike, 1000 Technology Drive, Rushford, MN 55971 or e-mail mike@connaughtyindustries.com. h9,16o

EMPLOYMENT Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator – Preston Public Utilities – Preston, MN - Preston Public Utilities is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. The candidate’s primary responsibility is for the daily operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant facility and all related equipment. The position also assists with the maintenance of the City’s wastewater collection system and with other public works tasks as directed. Qualified applicants must possess a Class B wastewater license or be able to obtain within one year, a Type IV sludge application certificate or ability to obtain within one year, a valid Class B commercial driver’s license or the ability to obtain within six months, and a satisfactory driving record. Preston Public Utilities offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Application and job descriptions are available at www.prestonm.org and at Preston City Hall, 210 Fillmore St. W. Preston, MN 55965. First consideration will be given to applications received by 4:00 PM, June 27, 2014. h9,16-o

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Grand Meadow 2 Bedroom upstairs apartment. $400 a month plus gas and electric. On site laundry, No Pets, references required. 507-765-4444. r6/9tfn-o Remodeled 3 bedroom house with garage in Lanesboro. NS, NP. References required. Appliances furnished. Available July 1. 507-467-2941. r9,16-o Lanesboro House for rent. Large, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, central AC, washer/ dryer. $650+utilities. Call 763-276-8556. r26,2,9,16-x 2 large BEDROOM APARTMENT in Harmony. Appliances furnished, no pets. $400/month. 507-452-6178. r5/26tfn-o Grubtown School Studio APT. Furnished, ns tnp. Highland Area. Call 507-467-2941. r5/19tfn-o CHATFIELD – 1986 - 3 bedroom, 2 bath twinhome w/basement & att garage. $850/month plus utilities. NS, NP, Ref. required. Avail June 1st. Tim 259-9110. r5/12tfn-o Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o

For Rent: Upstairs apartment in Peterson. No smoking, no pets. Utilities not included. Applicants will be screened. Call 507-875-2643. r3/31tfn-o Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfno Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Do you need storage while in the process of moving? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x OFFICE SPACE for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 4 to 6 employees. Cost $335/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x

Scenic View TownhomeS • Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms • Attached garages included • Beautiful area • Starting at $505 Income restrictions apply. 507-864-7880 • Rushford, MN www.paramark.us

Are you looking for a Great Place to Live? WE LOWERED THE AGE REQUIREMENT… 55 YEARS OR BETTER, HANDICAPPED OR DISABLED!! Lakewood Apartments located in beautiful downtown Chatfield MN offers: • Rent based on income (30%) • Clean, safe, quiet and friendly environment • Off-street Parking and on site laundry • Heat paid • Small 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 • Patio area for summer activities!!! • Activities, Parties, Pot Lucks and More!

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Spring Valley Senior Living is currently accepting applications for a part time housekeeper. Approximately 48 hours per pay period including every other weekend worked. If interested please send application to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Dr, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or email hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h9,16-o Do you like helping the elderly? Spring Valley Senior Living is looking for an individual to work every other weekend and on-call in our housing with services setting. A successful candidate may be eligible for a more permanent position in the future. We will train you to be part of our team! To apply send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Dr, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or email hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE h9,16-o

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WANTED CRAFTSMAN Position Available

• This is not a production line job! • We are looking for people who like to build custom aluminum trailers and truck bodies • Excellent work environment with room for advancement in pay • Over 20 excellent benefits including: Health Insurance, Matching 401K, Attendance bonus, profit share, and paid uniforms • Prefer welding experience but will train the right person • We want people who are looking for long term employment at a great company. Stop by our office on Hwy 9 or email for a job application: alumline@alumline.com

Semcac’s Weatherization Department is currently accepting applications for a 32-hour per week

Weatherization Program SPecialiSt to be located in Rushford. Office experience required. Must have strong computer knowledge, attention to detail, excellent customer service skills and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills. For an application contact Barb Thompson at (507) 864-8202, or print one from our website www.semcac.org. Applications must be postmarked by June 20, 2014. EOE.

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FILLMORE COUNTY is seeking applications for a full-time Public Health Nurse in the Community Services Department, Public Health Division. This is a regular, exempt position. Qualifications: Requires minimum of Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in nursing from a four-year college or university; two years public health experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Flexible scheduling and a wide variety of responsibilities. Market adjustments to the starting wagepossible dependent on qualifications. Job description and application materials may be obtained from: www.co.fillmore.mn.us; Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, 101 Fillmore Street, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965; or by phone at (507) 765-4566. Resumes accepted but not in lieu of a completed County application. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Application Deadline: 4:30 p.m. on Monday,July 7, 2014. EOE

For more information contact Kelly at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

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RN CASE MANAGER Chosen Valley Care Center has an exciting opportunity for a RN Case Manager to join our team. This individual will be working closely with residents, responsible parties, floor staff, the interdisciplinary team and other services. Some of the duties would include MDS assessments, care planning, assessments, care conference and more. Prior experience and MDS 3.0 experience preferred. Salary position and eligible for benefits. • Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% coverage on Preventative Care • HealthPartners Dental Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • Generous, Flexible PTO • Supplemental insurance benefits through AFLAC

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Chosen Valley Care Center has a great opportunity for RN’s and LPN’s to join our health care team. We are looking for nurses who are energetic and compassionate who want to put their clinical skills to work in a fast paced long term care facility working with a variety of complex clinical cares. We offer 12 hour shifts!

If interested please send application and resume to Attn: Director of Nursing, Chosen Valley Care Center, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or email cm2@ chosenvalleyseniorliving.com (EOE/AA)

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Part time cook position with afternoon hours and every other weekend available. Must be customer service oriented and professional. Experience as a cook or in food service would be beneficial but we will train the right person. Contact Samantha or stop by for an application.

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RushfoRd-PeteRson schools: Coaching positions available in the 2014-2015 school year: Beginning August 2014:

Assistant Varsity Football Assistant Varsity / 9th grade Volleyball Jr High Volleyball

Beginning novemBeR 2014

Assistant Varsity / 9th grade Girls Basketball

Beginning mARch 2015: Jr High Baseball

if interested, please send a letter of interest and qualifications to dan Bieberdorf at the address below. these positions will be open until filled. eoe dan Bieberdorf- Activities director Rushford-Peterson schools 102 n mill st P.o. Box 627 Rushford, mn 55971 Phone: (507) 875-2238 ext. 1306

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122 w tracy rd., Spring Valley • $129,900 All updated and remodeled ranch style home. Cherry cabinets & new countertops in kitchen. Open floor plan to dining area w/ patio doors leading to 17x17 deck. Perm siding, bay window & landscaped yard. 3 bedrooms on main floor with one being used as laundry area (laundry room in lower level as well). Master bedroom with master bath. This property is in mint condition & ready for new owners!

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214 N Elm St Mabel SOLD 609 Elizabeth St Preston SOLD 102 Main St Mabel SOLD 21684 State 44 Spring Grove SOLD 402 Dupont St Lanesboro SOLD 36854 Dogwood Rd Lanesboro SOLD 45742 Cty 29 Mabel SOLD 605 Lincoln St Preston PENDiNG 215 5th St SW Harmony PENDiNG 131 Main St Caledonia PENDiNG 230 2nd Ave SW Harmony PENDiNG

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1900’s One Room School House only 4 miles south of Lanesboro. Mature trees offer shade and privacy. 10 x 22 garage. Set up as a one room cabin, full basement, radiant heat and kitchen area. Steel roof, vinyl siding, and new windows. Well & outhouse. 36117 Dogwood rd., laNESBoro Give us a call today to take a look! $50,000

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10277 County 116, HarmoNy

Investment property - this affordable 2 bedroom home offers efficient living, near the Upper Iowa River, in Granger, with 2 car garage. Seller had tiled around perimeter, new furnace in 2007 and updated septic. $45,000/$207.56 PI/M*

12995 County 15, HarmoNy Surrounded by a mature windbreak this 4 bedroom, 2 story offers tons of living space. Open staircase, walk up attic, CA, deck and patio. Attached 2 car garage. Plus sheds, workshop, and garage space. 4+ acres with additional land option. Call today! $259,900

Well maintained and beautifully landscaped, 4 bedroom home. Original woodwork,9 ft. ceilings, pillars, decorative moldings, hardwood floors, and original cabinetry. Full basement, walk up attic, CA, 3 season porch, deck, & flower gardens. $89,900/$414.65 PI/M*

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600 4th St. NE, HarmoNy

A Slice of Country! 1 1/2 story home with main floor bedroom, bath, & laundry. Upstairs loft plus 2nd bedroom. 3 season porch & deck. 32 x 24 attached garage. Septic new 2012, private well. Rural zoning, with 3 acres. $69,900/$322.41 PI/M*

15980 County 21, HarmoNy 26205 Gladiola ln., laNESBoro REDUCED: Immaculate ranch home offers 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom. Open floor plan with large kitchen. Lower level offers a family room, walk out, 2 bedrooms, bath, fireplace & in floor heat. Insulated large garage. Garden area & wooded backyard! 3.56 acres. $294,900

142 main St., S., mabel

COMMERCIAL BUILDING Exceptional location available on Highway 52. 4,800 Sq Ft Building, 1.32 Acre Lot.

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XXX 3rD ave. SE, HarmoNy lots for Sale! Harmony’s newest subdivision, with country views and city utilities at an affordable price. No connection fees or building permit fees in 2014! Harmony is a super place to live, offering the quality lifestyle of a small town, with a thriving business district, clinic & health care facilities. Get $5,000+ cash back/EDA incentive! $14,900

Affordable and adorable living in the Village of Greenleafton. This home is packed with nice features! Custom built oak cabinets, finished basement with gas fireplace, oak hardwoods. Att 1 car garage, patio door to deck with country views. $87,500/$403.58 PI/M*

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Nicely updated 2 bedroom home, updates include flooring, lighting, bathroom, furnace, window replacement, siding & roof. Full basement with laundry & storage plus large 2 car detached garage. Rural residential area offers affordable living with country views. $55,000/$253.68 PI/M*

107 SpRUCE St SE., FOUNtAiN

Newer Home • 4 Bedroom • 3 Baths • Wood Floors • Master Bath • 6-Panel Doors • Heated 3 Car Garage • Large Deck • Large Bedroom • Vaulted Ceilings • Kitchen Nook & Bar • Maintenance Free Siding • Dead End Street • Backs up to the Park

Kelsey Bergey Real Estate Agent remax@harmonytel.net Office 507-886-4221

UNDER $100,000 317 Fillmore St. w, PrESToN

$199,900

804 AUBURN AVE. S, LANESBORO

25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939 www.SEMNrealestate.com • Toll Free: 888-839-2142 Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

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Great opportunity to own large commercial building in a high traffic area. Potential business could be retail, restaurant/ 200 AShBURN St E, bar, convenience store/grocery, crafts or many other uses. Can be divided off. $64,500 LANESBORO

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750 BURR OAk AVE NE, ChAtFiELd Deer Ridge • Spectacular Home • Unique Floor Plan • 5 Bdm • 4 Baths 310 MApLE St., LANESBORO • In-Floor Heat In House & Garage • Western Cedar Ceilings • Hickory Large Lot • 2 Baths • 20x20 Sunroom • 2 Fireplaces •2 Car Att Floors • Family Room W/30’ Ceilings That Includes Floor To Ceiling 3 Bdm on Main Floor • Wheel Chair Assess. In-Floor Heat in Windows To Enjoy Wonderful Scenery & Wildlife • Master Shower With Garage • Wrap Around Deck • Hot Tub • Across from School & Parks • Freshly Painted House & Garage • 3 Baths • Main Floor Laundry • Fireplace Heated Floor • Must See

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

Potential is unlimited for many different business opportunities in a high traffic area of scenic Lanesboro. Large main floor can be used for any type of commercial business. Two rental units on 2nd level. Building has been updated to meet Historical Preservation requirements. $224,900

Old World Charm • Wood Floors throughout • Original Woodwork • Large Living Room • Large Dining Room • Open Kitchen • Great View of Bluffs • 2 Storage Sheds

3 large bedrooms • 2 full baths • Wood floors • Remodeled & updated • Maple cabinets • Master Bath & w/in closet • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • Gas Fireplace • Private Patio Townhouse • 3 Bedroom • 2 Baths • Fireplace • Open Floor Plan • • 840 sq ft garage • Vinyl siding • 2 city lots (.48/acre) Deck • Appliances • 2 car attached garage

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2 Car Garage, Living Room, Dining Room, Vinyl Siding, Corner Lot, Newer Roof, Enclosed Porch

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$174,900

3.5 Acres, Open Floor Plan, Knotty Pine Ceilings, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 2 Fireplaces, Main Floor Laundry, Vaulted Ceilings, w/ out Lower Level, Wrap Around Deck, 2 car Heated Garage, Spectacular Views, Landscaped, Gazebo, Fenced for Horses.

COMMERCiAL BUiLdiNg LANESBORO

4 large bedroom • Wood Floors • New Windows • Formal Large Ranch • 4 bedrooms • 3 baths • Hardwood floors • 3-car heated garage • large deck • patio • main floor laundry Dining Room • Living Room •.48/Acre Lot • Vinyl Siding • • master bath • large corner lot Original Woodwork • 2 Kitchenettes

Large Ranch • Living Room • Dining Room • Wood Floors • Large Yard • Newer Windows • Main Floor Laundry • New Roof • Storage Shed • Steel Siding • 3-Season Porch

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3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • Archways • High Ceilings • Block Exterior • 2 Car Garage

setting tucked away on a dead end road just off Highway 16 & 63. You’ll love the large yard surrounded by mature trees. There are several outbuildings great for storage, livestock or small farm animals which also includes a fenced pasture area. 14 acres tillable for added income. The home features great updates including new well, septic in compliance, new roof & permanent siding. Large dining room with patio doors leading to patio area, spacious living room, 3 bedrooms, main floor laundry w/half bath, full upper level bath & 2 detached garages. Here is your opportunity to own a piece of the country!

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Next to State Bike Trail • Wood Floors • Corner Lot • Garage • Storage Shed

704 kENiLwORth AVE., LANESBORO

1019 Bucknell ct., Spring Valley • $185,000 Breathtaking Country Acreage! 36 acres in an excellent location & private

New Construction - Fabulous open floor plan! You’ll love the bright & cheery kitchen with custom Amish built cherry cabinets, ceramic & glass back splash & laminate flooring. Kitchen & living room are open with lots of windows alllowing for plenty of natural sunlight. Main floor laundry off the attached 2 car garage. Large open foyer leading into the kitchen/living room area. The master bedroom is spacious with a walk-in closet & separate closet, walk-in shower with ceramic & glass, large vanity with 2 sinks & ceramic tiled floor. The exterior design is very pleasing to the eye with vinyl siding & shakes with brick accent. The lawn has been sodded in the front with some landscaping completed. Make this one your new home!

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217 ChAtFiELd AVE., pREStON Loaded with Character • Wood Floors Throughout • New Roof • New Windows • High Ceilings • Formal Dining Room • Built In Hutch • Formal Living Room • Unlimited Potential • Deck • Covered Porch

24987 790tH avE., SPriNg vallEy $279,900

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Beautifully updated and remodeled 4 bdrm, 2 bath home. Recent updates include newer furnace w/humidifier & c/a, windows, shingles, flooring, concrete drive and additional insulation to attic. Beautiful hardwood floors, French Door between living room and family room on main floor, formal & informal dining room areas, deck, patio and gazebo. The yard is park like with many perennial gardens, flowering shrubs and landscaped all around. There is a large family room in the lower level, workshop off the back of the garage and enclosed storage area under the deck. This property is in excellent condition and move in ready!

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1980 Built, with concrete foundation, frame building of wood and metal exterior. 1960 Sq ft office area and 6656 sq ft production area.

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150 5TH St. NE, HarmoNy

Very well cared for 3 bedroom home on a nice lot. Open floor plan, CA & deck. Mature trees. Great location. Few blocks from golf course & Root River Trail access.

Secluded setting with 32’ x 16’ Amish built log cabin nestled in the woods on 7 acres. Enjoy a shady spot on the covered front porch, or sunshine on the 12’ x 24’ deck. Take a walk on the trails, enjoy bird watching, and mushroom hunting right on your own land! $99,000

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30 3rd ave., Nw, HarmoNy Affordable 2 bedroom cottage home . Beautiful oak hardwoods, generous sized bedrooms and closets. Updated shingles, windows, and electrical service. Back covered patio (9 x 18) offers a great place for cook outs. 1 car garage and storage shed. $59,900

401 Hillcrest St. E, laNESBoro

This remodel is ready for you to select the finishing touches. Gutted & currently at the sheetrock stage, new wiring & plumbing. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Tuckunder, heated 2 car garage. No association fees. $98,500

560 1st ave. Sw, HarmoNy

201 ridgeview lN. S 104, laNESBoro A Lifestyle to enjoy! 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo, cherry wood cabinets, granite counter tops, recessed lighting & maple hardwood flooring.. Master bedroom & bath. Incredible views, easy access to trails, shopping, and theatre. $150,000

110 Spruce St. SE, FoUNTaIN

203 N. main St., mabel Commercial building on corner lot across from bank offers great location. 1120 sq ft of retail/office space and 3680 sq ft warehouse area. With 3 overhead doors, 2 doors to treet, one to alley. Bathroom includes sink & stool.

511 New St., wHalaN

A get away or a place to stay, this 3 bedroom home offers a great yard and an easy walk to the Root River Trail and Root River. Main floor bedroom & bath. 2 car & 1 car detached garages with storage. Garden space and beautiful scenery! $95,000/$438.18 PI/M*

Ideally located on a dead end street this 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home has lots to offer. Custom hardwood floors, open staircase, 2 fireplaces, 9 ft ceilings. Master bedroom with en suite. LL finished. Insulated 3 car attached garage. $250,000

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23824 Holly rd, laNESBoro Scenic property with the 3 bedroom Ranch home. Fireplace, CA, updated kitchen flooring & deck. 3 car garage. Nestled in the valley with wooded rolling terrain approx. 15 acres. Plus a 2,016 SqFt, 3 bedroom Guest House with walk out basement $250,000

Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Open living area with vaulted ceilings & fireplace. Dining area offers large windows & door to backyard deck. Master bedroom with bath. Large yard & 2 car attached garage. $139,900/$645.28 PI/M*

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Semi private backyard! Well maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a lot to offer. 3 bedrooms on main floor plus full bathroom. Oak hardwoods. Updated eat-in kitchen. Lower level with 2nd kitchen, 3/4 bath, family room, and bedroom. Attached 2 car garage. $116,900/$539.19 PI/M*

*monthly Principle and Interest Payment Based on 5% down/30 year amortization/4.14% aPr. loan guidelines subject to vary per qualifications. Various loan programs offer down payments from 0%-20%.

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FARMLAND FOR SALE: 154.61 a., 145.19 tillable, 90.1 PI 71 a., 61.24 tillable, 80.4 PI S. of Racine. CALL: REED KUPER 641-425-8617. Total Realty Co., DeWitt, IA. f16,23,30,7-o

Wanted to rent or buy 15 to 40 acres of pasture land in Canton or Harmony area. Must have good fences and water available. Call 507-886-1673 or 507-358-4263. w16,23-x Printed with Soy ink

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Wanted: Cropland, farms, hunting land. Call 608-3853212. Roger D. Johnson, Land Broker Auctioneer. Licensed MN, SD, WI, IL. w3tfn-o Printed with

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AUTOS For sale: 2007 Sedona by Gulfstream 5th wheel, 37 ft., 3 slides, rear living room. Sleeps six. Good condition and stored inside. Asking $23,000. Call 507-448-3319. a2,9,16-x 1998 Ford Ranger with topper. 180,000 miles. Good condition, good tires. 2 wheel-drive. $2,500. 507-4586249. a2,9,16-x

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accepting drivable cars,trucks CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/Trucks 2004 Honda Accord LX, 4 Dr.,and SUVs 1991 and newer Wanted. Running or Not! Top Dollar silver, 157,544 miles, air, tilt, Paid. We Come To You! Any Make/ cruise, p/win/locks, CD, air bags Model. Call For Instant Offer: 1-800871-9134 (MFPA) $7,544 CARS JUNK CARS WANTED! Top Dollar Paid

2010 Ford Fushion SE, Silver, 63,766 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seat, CD, air bags $12,393 2006 Chevy Impala LT, Tan Met., 119,092 mi, air, tilt, cruise, air bags, CD, p/win/locks/seat, $8,188 2006 Dodge Magnum, Gray, 50,482 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seat, CD, air bags, $9,888 2006 Suzuki Forenza, Blue, 128,781 mi, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks, CD, air bags, cassette, $5,998 2005 Buick LeSabre Custom, gold, 128,944 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seats, CD, air bags $7,188 2005 Ford Taurus SE, White, 121,000 mi, tilt, air, cruise, p/win/locks/seat, CD, air bags, $5,316 2004 Buick LeSabre Custom/Leather, L Bronzen, 87,972 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seat, CD, air bags $8,343 2003 Buick LeSabre Limited, White, 113,085 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seat, CD, air bags $7,998 2003 Chevy Impala LS, Red, 167,935 D mi,! air, tilt, VANS SOL 2005 Chrysler T&C Van, White, 172,057 miles, air, cruise, air bags, CD, p/win/locks, $3,388 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, 2 Dr, Green, 113,958 tilt, cruise, p/win/locks, CD, air bags $4,466 2004 Ford Freestar, White, 219,126 mi, air, tilt, miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seats, CD, air bags $4,998 cruise, p/win/locks/seats, CD, air bags, $2,889 2010 Mercury Mariner Premier FWD/Navigation, Golf Leaf, 91,893 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/ seat, CD, air bags $13,296 2007 Mazda CX-9 FWD, Black Che, 91,805 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seat, CD, air bags $11,354 2006 Chevy Colorado 4x4 pickup, Silver, 72,378 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks, CD, air bags $9,339 2006 Chevy Colorado Crew Cab 4x4, Blue, 99,652 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks, CD, air bags $12,998 2006 Mercury Mariner Premier/Moon Roof, Dark Red, 89,796 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seats, CD, air bags $10,463 2004 Chevy Trailblazer LS, Maroon, 161,955 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks/seat, CD, air bags $6,177 2003 Chevy K1500 Reg Cab 4x4, Red, 97,965 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks, CD, air bags $11,899 2002 Chev Blazer LS, Tan Met, 157,686 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks, air bags $5,466 1999 Ford F250, 2WD, White, 117,015 miles, air, tilt, cruise, p/win/locks, cassette, air bags $4,888

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Tiger River Bengal Spa Cover. Brown w/ 1 fold, rounded-square corners, 3” skirt w/ wind straps, 6 months old. Paid $450.00 new, asking $225.00. Call 507-438-2622. s9,16,23-x

ProFlowers – Send Bouquets for Any Occasion. Birthday, Anniversary or Just Because! Take 20 percent off your order over $29! Go to http://www. Proflowers.com/Buy or call 1-866-9832204 (MFPA)

Pianos, Digital Pianos, Rodgers Church Organs - New, Used, Sales & Service - Call DEWEY KRUGER MUSIC, Northwood, Iowa, 800-9335830, deweykrugermusic.com. s2,9,16-x

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SUMMER SALE on NEW 2014 colored Yamaha Electric and Fuel Injected Gas Golf Carts. Up to $400.00 OFF on NEW 2013 gas and electric golf carts with windshield, lights, horn and pin striping. Many used cars available. We take trades. We are an authorized Yamaha dealer. Mel’s Golf Cars, 132 Garfield Ave. S., Albert Lea, MN. (Just South of Kwik Trip). 507-438-2705. s9.16.23-x

for Wrecked, Damaged, Junk, Running and Non-Running Cars, Trucks, Vans & SUV’s. Call Now! 1-855-419-5246 Fast Pickup! (MFPA)

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lawn traCtors 2000 JD LX279 42

2010 JD X300 42

2007 JD X300 42

2009 JD X320 48

2007 JD Z225 42

2011 JD X320 48

2007 JD X320 48

Garden traCtors

Hd’s 2003 JD X485SOLD 62 2003 JD X485 62 2005 JD X485SOLD 54 2008 JD X720 54 2008 JD X720 54

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New JohN deere TracTors • 6115D • 6150R • 6125R

• 1025R • 4320 • 5100E • 6105D

Tillage

2005 JD 325 48

2011 JD X720 54

2002 JD GX345 42

2000 JD 345 54

2007 JD X724 54 SOLD

• JD 2623 VT Disk 26’ NEW

2006 JD X540 54

2008 JD X724 62

2006 JD GT245 54

2007 JD X540 54

2009 JD X724 54

• (2) 980 FC 32’/27 1/2 / 21’

2005 JD GX255 54

2009 JD X540 54

2010 JD X724 62

CompaCt Utility traCtors CUT 2007 Kubota BX2350 60 2005 NH TZ25DASOLD 60 XUV/4X4 2006 Polaris 500 TM Snow BL 2011 JD 825 DX CAB

2012 JD X724 54, AWS, 3 Bag Power Flow 2010 JD X729 62 2011 JD X729 62 2007 JD X740 62

SOLD 2007 JD X740 60 7IRON

• (2) ‘12 JD 6430 MFWD IVT/673 Loader

• 512 Disc Ripper 7 Shank • 39’ JD 726 Finisher

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The FCJ reaches over 13,000 household each week.