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Representatives of the engineering consulting firm, Bolten & Menk, presented an overall review of the Fillmore County Airport and encouraged the development of a 20-year Master Plan going forward at the county board’s July 5 meeting. This portion of the meeting was attended by Highway Department staff, Airport Committee members, the zoning administrator, EDA director, community members, and numerous local pilots. Melissa Underwood, Senior Aviation Planner, said they want to educate people and get the community involved. General aviation airports like Fillmore County’s airport (almost 3,000 nationally) are
access points for medical flights, air cargo, disaster relief, law enforcement, agricultural support, and more. User fees generate revenue and provide federal dollars for airport development. Fuel taxes on aviation fuel also provide revenue. Ninety percent of the funding for general aviation airport construction can come from federal dollars. To be eligible for federal grant dollars an airport must comply with federal criteria. In 2017 the state will also provide 5% for capital improvements, local government pays the other 5%. Fillmore County receives $150,000 per year from the federal airport trust fund. In the 2016 fiscal year the federal entitlement balance for the county See AIRPORT PLAN Page 9
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Joe Walton, age 29, proposed to Kathy Lubahn, age 25, at approximately 4:10 p.m. on Saturday, July 2, 2016 on the Root River in a very unique way. Joe, along with the help of family and friends, spent an estimated 18 hours preparing a sign to hang over Moen’s Bridge to seal the deal for his proposal. Photo by Jason Sethre
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When adventurers travel down the Root River in a tube, kayak or canoe, they never know what wonders they will witness. They may see eagles, deer, trout, turtles, ducks -- an abundance of wildlife. But, people may also observe a once-in-a-lifetime event such as a wedding proposal. If you were tubing, kayaking or canoeing on the Root River and made your way down to Moen’s Bridge around 4:10 p.m. on Saturday, July 2, 2016, you would have witnessed an elaborately crafted wedding proposal “KATHY WILL YOU MARRY ME?” on a 5 foot tall and 52 feet wide sign overlooking the river. On this perfectly sunny day on the river, with the backdrop of Pilot Mound’s lush bluffs, Joe Walton carried out a plan he had been working on since this past winter. Joe was going to propose to Kathy Lubahn. How they met Joe Walton, age 29, is from the big city of Rochester and Kathy Lubahn, age 25, is from rural Wykoff. They first met at Denny’s Restaurant in Rochester on a blind date in March 2012. Alan and Stephanie, mutual friends of Joe and Kathy, set them up on a blind date. After that first date, they didn’t stay in touch right away. So, while Alan prodded Joe to contact Kathy, good friend Stephanie was on the other side encouraging Kathy to contact Joe for another date. Finally, Joe sent a text to Kathy to set up another date, and they’ve been together ever since. Kathy reflects, “Those friends
The Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce held a meeting Thursday, June 30, at the Andor Wenneson Inn in Peterson. Chamber members were privileged to hear Senator Jeremy Miller speak to several topics regarding the state legislature and the impacts that will be felt in Fillmore County. “The 2016 legislative session did not end very smoothly,” began Miller. “There was a lot of chaos, confusion, and frustration.” Several times, Senator Miller spoke to his frustration with extreme partisanship that hindered the
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The proposal Initially, Joe was aiming for April as the time frame for his proposal. “My mother, Kristen Walton-Kimball (Rochester), was a huge help in making the banner. She spent a lot of time while I wasn’t there making finishing touches and making it look very nice,” said Joe. His father, Joel Kimball, let him borrow his tools and use his shop. Joe’s brother Andy Walton is a carpet installer, so they used seam tape for carpet to attach the canvases together. Together, Joe estimates that he and his family labored upwards of 18 hours on preparing this banner for the proposal. Once the banner was finished, he just had to wait to put
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found the one he wanted to marry when they went to visit his mother in the hospital. Joe shared, “I knew I wanted to marry Kathy when my mother was in the hospital for a surgery. After the surgery, we went to visit her. And, with Kathy being an RN, she got my mother out of the hospital bed and walked her around the floor and took care of her while we were there. I realized that night that I needed to marry Kathy some day. So after a long while of thinking about how I should do it, last winter it finally hit me that hanging a sign over a bridge while kayaking would be perfect.”
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the plan into action. On July 2, Kathy, her parents and Joe drove to Moen’s Bridge to drop a vehicle off for take out. Once this happened, Joe sent a text to Andy (his brother) that they were heading for Allen’s Bridge. “My mother, grandparents and brother all drove to Moen’s Bridge to set up the banner while we were kayaking. I got a text from Andy once they had set it all up and at that point I knew there was no turning back. Ken, Bev and I just had to act like it was a normal day,” explained Joe. Their canoe trip lasted almost four hours. That was four hours of anticipation for Joe. When Joe, Kathy, Ken and Bev got a little closer to the bridge, Kathy said, “Oh look, a
“It was definitely a surprise. It was hard to lean over in the kayaks to hug and give him a kiss without tipping them!” said Kathy, as she reflected on that moment. According to both Joe and Kathy, they have spent a lot of time on that stretch of the Root River, both before they met each other and after they started dating in 2012. As of July 2, 2016, that stretch of the Root River will become a story in the next chapter of their lives together.
sign on the bridge.” And, then she looked at her iPhone trying to find a song. Joe asked Kathy what the sign said, and she looked up and said, “Hmmm, I don’t know.” Joe was anxiously awaiting her response. “I asked her to try and read the sign. She tried again, and read it out loud KATHY WILL YOU MARRY ME?” “Then she looked at me and said YES!” shared Joe. “I was nervous and relieved and excited. It was a pretty fun moment.”
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C ommentary Rights and responsibilities By Dr. Bryan Van Gorp When I was quite young and wanted to talk about my rights and freedom, my mother said you can’t have rights and freedom without responsibilities. No one’s freedoms include the right to take Dr. Bryan someone Van Gorp else’s rights. Every right or freedom comes with a responsibility. The right to live in a democracy comes with the responsibility to be informed and participate. If you will not accept that responsibility you do not deserve democracy. If government does not function correctly it is because we citizens allow it not to. The purpose of government is to improve
the quality of life of the citizens and to do things in the common interest that individuals are unable or unwilling to do on their own. This implies a focus on the common good and long term thinking. Individuals and businesses are by nature selfinterested and focused on short term gain. Government must act as a counter balance. Unfortunately, government has been largely captured by big business and a few wealthy and powerful individuals who want to manipulate OUR government for their gain. It is our responsibility to create the political revolution that will take back OUR government. Our right to self-government has the responsibility of activism. Ignorance and apathy are the real enemies of democracy. Those in power are depending on our apathy to maintain the status quo.
What they’re fighting over By Lee H. Hamilton Barring a surprise at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland later this month, the race for the presidency is set. So this seems a good time to step Lee H. back and Hamilton consider just what it is that Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are fighting about. I don’t mean where they stand on the issues, or whose vision is more compelling. I mean the office itself. The modern presidency is unique — and pretty far removed from what our Founders envisioned. It’s worth understandEditorial Cartoon
ing what’s at stake as you watch these two people campaign for it. As Americans we have an odd attitude toward the presidency. On the one hand, we’re leery of executive power, and often of the government the President symbolizes. Yet we’re also fascinated by the person who holds the office. When I was in Congress, if I had contact with the President, swarms of reporters would want to know every word he’d said. And people back home had an insatiable curiosity — about the President, his family, what they wore, where they traveled, how they treated people. Americans invest a lot of energy and attention in the President, whether they like or abhor him. And it’s not just Americans. The President is not just the central player in our own govern-
There is a hierarchy of rights. We typically think of rights to free speech, religion, voting etc. But more basic than that is the right to clean air, water, healthy food, nature, beauty, privacy, and justice. From an evolutionary perspective, success is not merely survival; it is survival of future generations. Since we will not be around to protect future generations, what we can do is pass on an intact ecosystem that will allow for their survival. This responsibility is called stewardship. “Take care of the land, and it will take care of you. Take what you need from the land, but need what you take.” Aboriginal Law Of course we must also limit growth to what our ecosystem can support. This is antithetical to capitalism which demands continuous growth and privatizing the commons to allow exploitation to maximize return on capital. This policy benefits only a few because most citizens have
little to no capital. Is it time to consider planet over profit and people before profit? If we want the right to live in an equal opportunity society, we have a responsibility to do all we can to level the playing field. That of course means golden rule kind of thinking. Do unto others by helping those who by accident of birth, mental or physical illness, or mistakes, have less opportunity or are discriminated against. All spiritual traditions teach us that the more we have been given (whether by accident of birth, luck or hard work) the bigger our responsibility. If we are to claim the right to justice we have a responsibility to create justice for others. If we feel entitled to education and health care, it is our responsibility to make those things available to everyone. If we want to live in a society with all kinds of services, we have a responsibility to provide service to society. “Let us be guided then by a
sense of justice. Let us build a system of just laws and demand adherence to those laws. Let us create a city of equal opportunity for all, with all sharing in both the responsibilities and benefits. Let us create a city where neither the choice of religion not the accident of color is an obstacle to opportunity and advancement, nor a substitute for effort and ability.” Moon Landreiu If we are to live up to our social contract we must seek truth and be committed to lifelong learning. We must have the courage and be willing to debate the real issues of the day, be honest about our own checkered history, accept evidence and science as valid ways of knowing, and stop focusing on the distractions created by the corporately funded media and think tanks. Decide for yourself what issues are most impactful to future generations. These things don’t just happen. Will we assume our responsibility as citizens, to make them happen?
ment, but also in world affairs. Anywhere you travel, you’ll find people who are curious about the most visible American on the planet. All of this is with good reason. Presidents control the political agenda in this country. They formulate the budget, set defense and foreign policy, develop the initiatives that drive domestic affairs, and create the contours of public debate. Congress, by contrast, reacts. In recent decades, it’s been rare to find Congress seizing the initiative on much of anything. So the President stands at the center of the government, not just in moments of crisis — when you’d expect it to be the case — but when it comes to the everyday running of the country. Presidents have been opportunistic about this, doing what they must to succeed in the system they’ve been given. If they’ve been unable to get congressional
approval, they’ve tried to work around it with executive orders; Democrat or Republican, they’ve worked hard to expand their power. The job has always carried with it great responsibility, but the weight of the modern presidency is overwhelming. There is no job training for the position, and no President emerges unscathed from the office. Harry Truman’s comment about where the buck stops was absolutely correct. In a representative democracy, the ultimate power may lie with the voters, but every tough problem this nation faces percolates up to the President; if it were easily solvable, someone else would have taken care of it. I’ve found almost all the presidents I’ve met to be serious, intelligent, anxious to do the right thing, likeable — and always overburdened. The story used to be told about Franklin Roosevelt that when he gave a fireside chat, you could walk down a street and never miss a word, because every house would have the radio on. The presidency today is less of a bully pulpit, yet in policy, the President’s remains the strongest single voice in this country and the world. Which is worth pondering. No President ever lives up to the expectations people have for him — presidents make mistakes both large and small, and their power is not limitless. But the balance of it in this country is unquestionably tilted in the direction of the White House, and that is not going to change. So the question about the presidency that concerns me is how to hold the President accountable. He or she needs to be scrutinized, challenged, and held answerable to Congress and the public for his or her policies. There are today only rare opportunities for the vigorous give and take and close examination of a President that
our system once provided. But how long can that continue before we cease to be a true representative democracy? Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years. Letter about our democracy at risk... To the Editor, Do you remember this article in the May 30, 2016 edition? I do not know Herb Panko, the person who wrote it, but I am very impressed by his thinking! Yes indeed, Mr. Panko, I completely agree that America’s resistant to scientific knowledge and advances is frightening. If we ignore and devalue scientific research, our country will be left behind. He states that 30% to 40% of Americans deny global warming even though a majority of climatologists the world over have concluded that our planet is warming at an accelerated rate. Are you aware of the present warming concerns at the North and South Poles? Another fact states that 40+% refuse to accept biological evolution. Even the Roman Catholic church supports evolutionary creation and teaches evolution as part of their science curriculum. Why is an increase in our knowledge base so unsettling for such a large segment of the population? Do people really prefer to live in a “bubble of ignorance”? We can do better. I just had to let Mr. Panko know how much I appreciated his article!! Kathie Haynes Canton, MN
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C ommentary One year later: Remembering Cecil the Lion’s legacy and the controversy surrounding his death By Sara Snipes The conservation world was rocked on July 1, 2015 as news spread about the death of Cecil the Lion. While Africa may be home to underdeveloped nations with crippling civil wars, it is also the home of many i m p o r t a n t Sara Snipes conservation efforts in order to preserve the wild and beautiful biodiversity of larger mammals. Unfortunately, these mammals are dwindling in numbers to various factors. One controversial aspect of this conservation in question is trophy hunting. As a reminder, Cecil the Lion was a male Southwest African lion who largely roamed the Hwange National Park in the northern part of Zimbabwe and was collared as a part of a study with University of Oxford in the UK. Cecil was 13-years-old at the time his life was cut short by big-game hunter, and dentist, Walter Palmer of the United States. What hits home more for most of you reading this is because he is also a Minnesota resident. A short synopsis of facts tells us that Palmer had a permit to hunt the area and played by all of the rules he was aware of. He was not informed of the Cecil’s collared status or his importance in a university study, which ultimately led to him not being charged with any crimes. Now onto the controversial debate: Is trophy hunting really contributing to the wellness of both these underdeveloped nations and conservation or is it a big crutch to get away with murder? Much like any controversial issue, people have an opinion, but they hardly research it for themselves. However, it would be in their best interest to because, as always, the answer is not always black-andwhite. What the general public of all ages and types will confuse is that big-game hunting is not anything like your average high school teenager skipping a brisk, fall day of school to go after that beloved white-tailed deer sporting a big rack of antlers which does, in my
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Government this week • Monday, July 11, Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5 p.m. • Monday, July 11, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, July 11, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, July 11, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Monday, July 11, Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Monday, July 11, Houston City Council, City Hall, 7:30 p.m. • Tuesday, July 12, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Tuesday, July 12, Harmony City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Wednesday, July 13, Canton City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Wednesday, July 13, Mabel City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Wednesday, July 13, Peterson City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, July 18, RushfordPeterson School Board, Rushford Biology Room, 5:30 p.m. • Monday, July 18, Kingsland School Board, District Conference Room, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, July 18, Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m.
according to Traffic (2000), an organization that tracks the international trade of wildlife, stated that 11 million U.S. dollars were spent in Namibia funding some of their economy. Which if we could verify that these funds were being spent towards conservational efforts and not conflict in these areas that would be fantastic. Sadly we cannot verify this. This would be much like buying a blood diamond that indirectly funds civil war. This subject was also made into a very good film called Blood Diamond (FYI many of Leonardo DiCaprio’s later films are based on controversial P E r F E C t
and underfunded causes). You probably guessed by now: there are many more cons than there are pros. Big-game hunting primarily focuses on groups of animals that are already suffering in population numbers. Remember that dollar figure from Traffic? That same article figured that equates to about 16,000 animals. There are many animals on the ‘big game’ list and some are endangered and some are not. Some of the endangered ones included are lions, Cape Buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros. Why are we hunting animals that are already on the decline? Accord-
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ing to a journal article written in Conservation Biology (Packer, et al., 2010) which examined lion population decline, that even with the effects of anthropogenic (local people’s actions) impact, trophy hunting intensity was the only statistical significant factor in the declining populations of lion harvests. In short, big-game hunting was shown to have the only impact on dwindling lion numbers. I’ll leave you with researching it more for yourself to come-up with your own resolve to this ever-growing subject. Is it really worth hanging a dead animal’s head on your wall in exchange for losing a species forever? You’ll be happy to know that Cecil does have offspring who are still healthy and well. His legacy lives-on.
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formed in 2013 and currently includes 20 members of the senate from varying districts. In 2015, the group focused on three priorities; early childhood-12 education funding, child protective services, and a longterm transportation plan. The first two were accomplished that year. This year, the group took the opportunity to be a voice in the state and again sent forth its transportation plan, along with a tax bill and bonding bill. Items including higher education, border to border broadband, and exempting military pensions income for veterans were all passed and signed into law. The bill had strong statewide significance. It passed the house with strong bipartisan support before heading to the senate for approval. According to Miller, the bill was derailed by a senator from the metro area who added an amendment for a sizeable light rail project for his district. With the amendment, there wasn’t enough time before the end of
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the session to get the amended bill looked at and approved by the senate and then back to the house for approval. The proposed senate tax bill included tax relief for veterans, businesses, farmers, low and middle class families, as well as increases for Local Government Aid and county aid. This included tax relief from school referendums to farmers. “A big portion of the property tax burden falls on agriculture, but they are only allowed one vote,” added Miller. The Ag 2 Debt Reduction proposal could reduce the amount paid on a school referendum, up to 40%, and includes both new and old referendums. Obviously, this could have a huge impact on communities like Rushford and Peterson, which have recently passed new school referendums. However, due to a drafting error in the tax bill, the governor vetoed the bill rather than make one of two actions that would have allowed for approval and later correction of the error. According to Miller, the governor has the sole authority to call a special session. However, the
governor presented a written list of demands to be included in the bonding bill before he would convene a special session. “I don’t feel the sense of urgency for people to come together. For some reason, some feel it’s in their best interest for there to be no special session,” said Miller. “For me, I can’t figure out why. There are too many good things for us not to come back.” “I can’t explain how large of an impact the bonding and tax relief bills would have for Winona, Houston, and Fillmore Counties,” stated Miller. “We need to get legislators on board. Representative Greg Davids really led the effort. Pelowski is on board. The next step is to reach out to the governor’s office and encourage him to compromise. There’s too much at stake for us not to have a special session.” “Two weeks ago I was extremely hopeful about getting a special session; then, somewhat optimistic. Now, I’m hopeful,” added
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Photo submitted On June 8, 2016, the dairy herd of Dave and Kathy Scheevel of Preston had a nice addition. This 5 1/2 year old cow, in her fourth pregnancy, gave birth to triplets. The three were all bulls, with two weighing about 45 pounds each and one weighing 60 pounds. The mom previously had single births. She and the calves are doing well.
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nated in the past but it’s extremely competitive as there are over 550 people nominated annually.” Even though Runkel has seen great successes in his career, this was not the profession he originally saw himself pursuing. “I originally went to school thinking I may become a pilot. However, while at college, I found that I was more suited for a different role and wanted to pursue a career that would allow me to use my analytical and problem solving skills while helping others,” he says. “Banking presented an opportunity for me and I have found that I enjoy the work and the opportunities.” Graduating in 1999 from Augustana College, majoring in Business Administration, Runkel began his career as a senior Senior Risk Analyst for Fingerhut, in Minnetonka.
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He later returned to school at Saint Mary’s University, where he earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Since 2002, he has worked for U.S. Bank, working his way through the ranks. Runkel started as a Risk Manager and in less than three years was vice president of the Risk Management department. Four years later, he was serving as senior vice president of Retail Small Business Credit Risk Management and then senior vice president of Retail & Payment Services Credit Risk Management. By March 2013, the up and comer was executive vice president executive credit officer. Just nine months later, Runkel received another promotion, this time to executive vice president and chief credit officer of U.S. Bancorp, the position he currently serves. “Mark is the chair of U.S. Bank’s Executive Credit Management Group, which is responsible for setting the framework and credit strategy for the company. He serves on U.S. Bancorp’s managing committee, which is comprised of the 14 highest-ranking executives within the organization and is a member of the U.S. Bank NA Board of Directors. Currently, he is the youngest leader serving on the executive
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team. Additionally, Mark serves on the Executive Risk Committee, Disclosure Committee, Basel Steering Committee, Asset & Liability Management Committee, and the Market Risk Committee for the company,” states his nomination. In this role, Runkel oversees the firm’s $260 billion loan portfolio and a team of more than 600. “My team, which includes credit risk professionals located throughout the United States, is responsible for managing the credit risk for the organization. U.S. Bank has the strongest debt rating of any financial institution due in part to the credit culture and historically strong credit performance,” notes Runkel proudly. Other highlights of the job, that he values most, include the people he works with, as well as the variety of things he has opportunity to be involved with. “My proudest moments are helping customer’s dreams become reality.” Runkel credits the Fillmore County area with having and impact on your adult life and career. “The people of Rushford and southeast Minnesota are hard-working with a strong sense of community. Many people have solid Christian values, and there is a good education system with many great teachers,” he says. “Growing up in Rushford gave me a positive foundation and value system
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which has shaped who I am as an adult and has helped me in my career.” When he’s not working, Runkel is an advocate and Board Director and Finance Committee member for Minnesota Special Olympics. He is also active with the Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota and for many years he has supported his wife who leads a parent group for families who have children with Down Syndrome. Additionally, he is a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity and an active supporter of The Arc Greater Twin Cities and the United Way Foundation. A life-long outdoorsman, he also enjoys getting back to Rushford to spend time outdoors and spending time with his family and traveling. Runkel married his high school sweetheart, and the proverbial girl next door, Suzy, daughter of Richard and Karen Nelson, also of Rushford. Together, they have three children: Tanner (8), Ava (7), and Jacob (3) and reside in Apple Valley, Minn. Runkel is the son of Fran and Rhonda Runkel of Rushford. “I would like to thank my wife for all of her love and support. I would also like to thank my parents who always pushed me to be my best, supported me when I failed, and have loved me unconditionally.”
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Ostrander water main breaks discussed By Rich Wicks The Ostrander city council met on July 5 for a regular meeting. All members were present (Erin Brugh, Pam Kunert, Mayor Pat Nesler, Clerk Chris Hyrkas, Heidi Jones and DJ Start). The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items. The only visitors who had signed up to address the council were Herb Kruger and Rick Whitney from Peopleservice, who were on hand to answer questions regarding the recent water main breaks (June 14 & 15). Mayor Nesler asked if Peopleservice bears any responsibility for the water main breaks. Kruger answered, “What happened with those water main breaks, we didn’t cause. We drained the water tower and turned the wells on and did everything as instructed by an
email that Chris sent to us”. Nesler then asked, “The email never said nothing about shutting the water pump off the night before though, did it?” Kruger replied, “That we did thinking we’ll use the water instead of wasting the water… The plan was to use the water overnight… It didn’t work out that way, I don’t know where the extra water went… But you’ve got around 50,000 gallons in the water tower, and you’re pumping around 17,000 gallons a day, so we should have had more than enough water… Maybe the mains had already broken and by turning the well on, that was enough of a shock to bring it to the surface.” Kruger and Whitney explained that during their work, the system was operating at around 35 psi, and the city’s water system
Preston Dairy & Farm enjoying expanded, efficient new space
Photo submitted After 45 years of calling the downtown area of Preston home, Preston Dairy and Farm is feeling right at home in their new location on the north edge of town at the corner of Highway 52 and 16. Growth in business over the last six years, combined with a lack of storage space at the old location, forced the need for the company to expand operations. Now with more than 28,000 square-feet of new building space, the new Preston Dairy and Farm Headquarters has onsite feed and fertilizer facilities, along with a seed warehouse. It also doubles the company’s former footprint making it much easier to manage the needs of over 250 patrons in a 30-mile radius in and around Preston. Moreover, through the collaborative effort of project engineers and Preston Public Utilities Energy Services Representative Steve Almos, Preston Dairy and Farm took advantage of utility rebates for LED lighting and high efficiency cooling equipment. For their efforts the company received a rebate check for more than $7,000.
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show. There will be some “oldies but goodies”, some original skits, music, comedy, and audience participation, too. Our shows will be held Tuesday., July 12 through Thursday, July 14 at 7:30pm in the Rushford-Peterson High School Theater. We will also have a Saturday afternoon performance at 2:00pm on July 16. Tickets will be $9 and available at Rushford Foods in advance or they will be $12 at the door (if they are still available). This is a great family show and a “must see” during our community celebration of Rushford Days.
usually operates around 56 psi. Kruger added, “Strange things happen, I’ve been in the business for 37 years, and I’ve seen a lot of things that I can’t explain. But the amount of pressure that your well pump puts out,… I don’t see how it could have hydroshocked. As far as we could see, that gauge never got over 35 psi. And those mains are designed to withhold 125 psi. But when they’re 40, 50, 60 years old, things happen.” The city will check to see if insurance will provide any coverage for the costs associated with the water main breaks. A bill from Bustad Dozing and Excavating totaled $7,813.80. Dustin Tart gave a report on city maintenance, and Police Chief Tom Mosher gave a monthly activity report. He noted that he’d recently put in the order for twelve new street signs to replace old, faded signs. He also told of a property that the city has been mowing because the property was not being mowed, and was out of compliance with the city’s ordinance. Mosher also informed the council that he’s working on creating a city policy regarding the use of a “body camera” that he wears during his police work. He explained that the state has come up with specific guidelines for the policy. Fire Chief Brian Miner was not present, but the council discussed the need for a CPA for the Firemen’s Relief Association, since LWJ no longer has a CPA at their location. One suggestion was to use Smith & Shafer. Heidi Jones suggested checking to see if a local CPA could do it. The council agreed to look into this.
In Old Business, the council chose to accept the bid from Jacobsen Enterprises for replacement of gutters and downspouts on the south side of the community center. In New Business, Mayor Nesler brought up the idea of installing a security system at city hall. Hyrkas said grants are available to help cover the costs. Nesler said the costs usually are not high. The city will look into options, costs, and grant funding.
In Other Business, the council considered a question of whether residents could get reimbursement for filter replacements related to the recent water main breaks. They determined that such reimbursement is not an option. Hyrkas will be on vacation August 8-12. Mayor Nesler also brought up a request to provide t-shirts for Dustin for the summer. He said that would be OK for next summer. The meeting adjourned about 6:55 p.m.
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Photo submitted Preston Service Plus is a local business that recently took advantage of utility rebates to upgrade the lighting in their facility. With the help of Steve Almos (right), Preston Public Utilities Energy Services Representative, the owners were able to convert their old, inefficient fluorescent T12 lamps to LED T8s at a significantly reduced cost after receiving their rebate. Pictured are Preston Public Utilities General Manager Joe Hoffman (left) and Energy Services Representative Steve Almos (right), presenting a rebate check to Preston Service Plus Owners Craig Bond, Shelly Bond, Becky Jones and Justin Jones. For their energy efficient efforts retrofitting their shop with new LED lighting, Preston Service Plus received a rebate check for more than $3,100, which reduced the total project cost by one-third.
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is $337,112. Fillmore County Airport has a 4,000 foot runway which accommodates particular types of aircraft. In order to extend the length of the runway in the future to accommodate larger aircraft, a need will have to be demonstrated. Ron Roetzel explained that the process of putting the project together and to get funding could take five to eight years. Eligible projects have to be justified by need in order to go forward. There are 39 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant assurances that must be complied with for federal funding. There are also several state grant programs for airports owned by a municipality. They do not cover expenses with as high of percentage, however. The current 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for the county airport includes a sixunit T-hangar, pavement crack repair, T-hangar taxi lanes and a second six- unit T-hangar in 2020. A number of pilots residing in Fillmore County store their airplanes at the Rochester Airport. The county airport currently is beyond capacity for hangar space. Zoning will review the county’s Airport Zoning Ordinance which was last amended in 1995. It was noted that the current zoning ordinance is more restrictive than required. Zoning looks at land use and required air space regulations, making sure that land use adjacent to or in the immediate vicinity is compatible with normal airport operations including landing and takeoff of aircraft. The FAA recommends the 20-year Master Plan be updated before future projects. Underwood expects it to take about a
year to complete the plan. The process will start by documenting what there is at the airport now, conducting a survey of users to determine needs now and in the future, forecasting growth, and finally developing a Capital Improvement Plan. Dodge, Fillmore, Olmsted (DFO) Community Services Director Travis Gransee asked the board to consider a resolution proclaiming July 17-23 as Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week. He said this proclamation recognizes and shows appreciation for the important work our staff does. “DFO Community Corrections professionals are a true Force for Positive Change in their communities.” The DFO board will meet in September for 2017 budget planning. Gransee did not anticipate any major asks for the budget over what is paid currently. During the 2016 legislative session there was significant interest in reducing the prison population. The budget for state work release was increased. The state Department of Corrections will supervise these clients. The DFO has the responsibility to supervise local work release clients. There was also drug sentencing reform which will shorten sentences for many drug related crimes while increasing sentences for so-called “drug kingpins”. Commissioner Harry Root said he appreciated the work the DFO does in school programs educating children concerning sexual assault and violence. He added he has heard “a lot of good feedback.” Payment of the third quarter invoice to the DFO in the amount of $100,515 was approved. Other business in brief • A contract for auditing ser-
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Monday, July 11, 2016 vices, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), was approved. Sheriff Tom Kaase said the audit it to review policy and procedures to protect inmates. The cost of the audit is $3,000. The county holds some state prisoners making it necessary to do the audit and to be in compliance. The county gets compensated for holding state prisoners. • Kaase reported that on July 5 at 6:15 a..m. prisoner Dylan Bathke was not accounted for. The 19-year-old was being held for motor vehicle theft, second degree assault, terroristic threats, and fleeing a police officer in a vehicle. Kaase said he didn’t believe he was a public safety threat. His department will review policies and procedures. • Approval was given to use Wellness Program and State Health Improvement Program (SHIP) funds for four water bottle filler stations. The low bid from Canton Heating & Cooling LLC was approved in the amount of $5,586.88. Commissioner Duane Bakke voted no. • Neva Beier, Social Services, requested and received approval for an unpaid intern from August to May. The intern will be working on his Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin. He will have his own case load, needing limited supervision, working with the parent support outreach grant, a preventative program. • Jessica Erickson, Public Health, requested approval for Trails Town Community Bike Program. The intention is to lend bikes to residents and visitors in trail towns. Erickson said the program was offered to eight cities. Six cities are interested (Lanesboro and Peterson were not interested). Root suggested he would view this in an unfavorable way if he was a private business owner. Commissioner Randy Dahl said that for some families the program will give them an opportunity to get bikes to use on the trails. Bakke asked if the cities have the option to buy or repair the bikes where they want. Erickson said they will. A motion passed approving the use of SHIP funds for this program. Root voted no. Approval was also given to use SHIP funds for school based agricultural and healthy eating/ active living in childcare in the Fillmore-Central and Kingsland School Districts. Kids will plant vegetables and learn how to garden. • The resignation of Property Appraiser Heidi Knepper effective July 15 was accepted with thanks for her service. A request to advertise for a replacement property appraiser was approved. • The purchase of 37 EZ Pull Rolling Supply Bags at a total cost of $5,883 to be paid out of election budget was approved. • Approval was given for the Fillmore County Fair Board to use up to five Fillmore County Light Generators for security lighting during the fair, July 18-24.
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Preston to negotiate with Mediacom By Karen Reisner At the July 5 meeting of the Preston City Council, City Administrator Joe Hoffman reported that the Mediacom franchise agreement will expire on April 23, 2019. Councilman David Harrison was absent. Mediacom can initiate a renewal process three years prior to expiration of the agreement. They have started that process. The current 15 year agreement was approved in 2004. Federal law provides for formal proceedings or informal negotiations. Hoffman explained the city’s process is to identify needs and deficiencies, agree on terms, draft language, and finally approve an agreement. He recommended using the informal process which may include a public hearing. Hoffman would encourage people to submit comments. One possibility to be considered is a public access channel that could run local sporting events, church services, other public events and meetings. A motion to proceed with an informal process with Mediacom was approved. Small Cities Development Grant The council adopted policies and programs for administration of the Small Cities Development Grant. Hoffman said these policies need to be in place to accept the grant, adding that they are and have been in place since the last grant was accepted. The EDA recommended approval of four items which will supplement the grant funds which are for residential and commercial projects. This will allow the grant funds to go further. The council approved an amendment to the terms for Commercial Loans, accepted a Greater Minnesota Housing Fund (GMHF) award of revolving loan funds in the amount of $150,000, accepted loan terms for GMHF loans, and accepted an offer of support from F & M Bank for low interest financing. The use of these loan funds are intended to improve the commercial and rental buildings in downtown Preston. GMHF funds are to be used to assist building owners to renovate existing or to create new rental units for low and moderate income renters. Other business in brief • The EDA recommends
to sell the two parcels at the Preston Industrial Park for a welding business for $50,000 in cash or for $70,000 to be paid over 15 years at 0% interest. Shamiah Womeldorf has expressed interest in the two parcels of about one acre each. He intends to build a 60 foot x 80 foot steel building. It was noted that a TIF may be considered to offset the applicant’s concern that he will be paying higher property taxes in the city versus a property he is looking at outside the city limits. The parcels have been offered for sale at $35,000 for each. Hoffman admitted if both parcels went to one business the anticipated increase to the city’s tax base would be less than expected. The city attorney is directed to draft a development agreement and to bring it back at a later meeting. • There was discussion about Sergeant Sass’s 2011 squad car that was damaged during a pursuit. It is expected the vehicle will be totaled with an anticipated pay out of $8,000. There is another police squad car that is due to be replaced and has some issues. The reserve for police squads is $16,500. A new squad is expected to cost $22,000. A used squad may be obtained for $12,000. Hoffman suggested that the damaged squad which is mechanically functional and currently being used could be bought back for about $1,000 if totaled. An estimate to fix the squad is $7,000. Hoffman said they are looking at their options and will bring a recommendation to the next meeting. • Pam Ristau submitted an invoice for the city’s audit in the amount of $12,500. Hoffman said in the audit Request for Proposal the following provision was included: “The audit proposal shall include a provision that reduces the audit fee by 20% if the audit is not completed and delivered by the May 1 deadline.” Since the audit was received on June 6, the council approved payment of $10,000, reflecting the 20% reduction. • There will be a special council meeting on July 12 at 8 a.m. to review bids and select a contractor for the 2016 sealcoating improvements. The next regular meeting will be July 19 at 8 a.m.
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Lanesboro Council approves feasibility study for assisted living center By Hannah Wingert The Lanesboro City Council discussed the approval of a feasibility study for an assisted living center at their regular meeting on July 5. The company interested in building the center in Lanesboro plans to pay for a third of the study, which leaves the city responsible for paying the other two thirds, a cost of $4,800. The council had previously discussed the matter at their June meeting as well, at which time it was tabled until more information could be obtained. Vice president of the EDA, Bill Swanson, was present at the meeting to talk about his role in the assisted living center proposal. He first brought the project to the attention of the EDA about a year ago. “I don’t want to go to Harmony or Preston (when I retire). I want to stay in Lanesboro,” he commented. “Building the center would free up houses for young families and keep the elderly in the community.” At the June meeting, coun-
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cil member Autumn Johnson had voiced concerns that the Lanesboro ambulance service would not be able to keep up with the added workload if an assisted living center was built in the city. Swanson was able to speak to the ambulance directors from Harmony and Preston who both said that their cities’ assisted living centers account for 20% of their calls. However, their overall calls did not increase due to the fact that many of the residents of the centers had simply relocated to the assisted living center from their homes in the city. They actually estimated that ambulance calls decreased slightly when the centers were built due to the fact that elderly citizens had assistance and supervision whereas they did not have access to those services in their homes. Secretary of the EDA, Michael Brown, commented that the EDA fully endorses the project and would like to see it move forward. Council member Johnson said that she would like to see more information on the feasibility study and the proposed center before she would be comfortable spending the public’s money on the study. Several members of the audience pointed out that there was no way to get the information
until the feasibility study has been run. The overwhelming response of the public was positive for the proposal. The council voted to approve the feasibility study with Johnson voting against. The EDA received one application from Mark Gorman for the open seat on its board. The council approved Gorman as the new member of the EDA. Lanesboro Fire Department Chief Jerod Wagner reported that the crew has been receiving a lot of recreational water-related calls lately. He has been reviewing the department’s practices for river rescues and is looking into additional equipment that would make the rescues easier. Locating the people who made the calls can also be difficult since cell-service is often spotty. Wagner, along with Fillmore County Sheriff Tom Kaase, are investigating ways to inform people, especially those from out-of-town, when water conditions aren’t favorable. He asked the city about possibly putting something on the city’s website which the council agreed was a good idea. Wagner will continue to research the matter and keep the council updated on his findings. Lanesboro resident Anna Loney addressed the council about an incident that occurred on June 17. She was hanging
laundry in her backyard when she suddenly smelled herbicide. She called the city offices and was informed that the city was using a generalized spray in an area that was unreachable with a lawn mower. She asked for and was given a printout on the safety information of the spray used. “I’ve lived there for five years and have never seen them spraying before,” Loney commented. City Administrator Michele Peterson said that the city has been spraying that area once a year for 26 years now. Loney found a warning on the herbicide about keeping people and pets out of the sprayed area until it had dried. “At least one dog was sickened that day,” she informed the council. Loney wanted to know why a notification or sign was not put up to warn people that the area had been sprayed. She also asked whether the city had a policy for situations like that. “We do not have a policy, but we need to,” Mayor Robin Krom agreed. It was decided to put together a task force to look into the use of herbicides in Lanesboro and ways to develop better practices, both by the city and residents, that would report back at the next council meeting. Loney and council member Tom Dybing both agreed to be on the task force, and Mayor Krom planned to ask Public
Works Supervisor Andy Drake to serve as well. The Lanesboro Area Community Foundation is up and running with a current number of five board members. They hope to expand to a total of 12 members in the future. Michael Brown apprised the council of the findings of the community survey for the concept plan. Around 300 people provided input. Brown put together a list of the top five desires of the community, which were to see the city’s ordinances updated, attract and support local businesses, review the city’s infrastructure, bring broadband services to the area, and attract young families to Lanesboro. “It’s something that we do not want to let sit on the shelf.” Mayor Krom remarked. The document detailing the results of the survey and the citizens’ wishes belongs to the city and is shared on the website for anyone to look at. Copies are also available at the library and city offices. Representative Greg Davids of Preston was recently one of 31 legislators recognized for his efforts to aid Minnesota cities by the League of Minnesota cities. The council congratulated him on his achievement. The next Lanesboro City Council meeting will be held on August 1 at 5:30 p.m.
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Rushford Days MONDAY, JULY 11 7 PM — Queen Pageant—High School Gymnasium* Button or $5 entry. TUESDAY, JULY 12 6 PM–8 PM — Wine Tasting — Rushford Legion New Day $15 in advance, $20 at the door Tickets at Rushford Foods & Legion (Sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary) 7:30 PM — RASA’s “Old Time Radio Show”— R-P School Theater. Tickets $9 advance or $12 at door. 8 PM —Teen Swim—Aquatic Center WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 6 PM — Car Cruise Night — Ferndale Country Club $10 entry/participant (includes t-shirt); $7 meal available @ Ferndale. Music by “Last Call Meldahl” 7:30 PM — RASA’s “Old Time Radio Show” — R-P School Theater. Tickets $9 advance or $12 at door. THURSDAY, JULY 14 7 PM–11 PM — Teen Dance — Fest Tent* Button or $5 entry. Grades 6th-12th Music by “Last Call Meldahl” 7:30 PM — RASA’s “Old Time Radio Show”— R-P School Theater. Tickets $9 advance or $12 at door. FRIDAY, JULY 15 5 PM — Food Vendors/Fest Tent Open 5 PM–9 PM — BINGO — Fest Grounds (Sponsored by St. Joseph Youth Group) 6 PM–12 AM — Mechanical Bull Rides — Fest Tent New Event $5 per ride for ages 18 and over only 7 PM — Mutton Bustin — Fest Grounds* Registration begins at 6:30 PM. Button or $5 entry. Ages 5–8, max 75 lbs. 8 PM — Burn Out — Fest Grounds* 9 PM–1 AM — Live Band: “Trouble Shooter”— Fest Tent* SATURDAY, JULY 16 7 AM–9 AM — Shoebox 5K Run/Walk — Fest Grounds 7 AM Registration 8 AM Start at Rushford Historic Depot (Sponsored by Root River Community Church) 7 AM–11 AM — Pancake Breakfast — Masonic Lodge 9 AM — Softball Tournament — Niggle Field 9 AM — Basketball Competition — High School Gymnasium 3-point Shooting Contest, Hot Shot Shooting Contest, Shootout for Younger Participants. Trophies for Winners! 9 AM–5 PM — Photo Contest — Fest Grounds 9:30 AM — Pedal Tractor Pull — Fest Grounds MN State Sanctioned (Sponsored by Hammell Equipment) 10 AM — Food Vendors/Fest Tent Open 10:00 AM — 3-on-3 Basketball — High School Gymnasium Open to all ages. Follows Basketball Competition. 11 AM–4 PM — Lions Pork Chop Dinner — Rushford Legion 12 PM–5 PM — Kiddie Train Rides & Inflatables — Fest Grounds. Wristbands $5/day required and available at button booth. 12 PM–6 PM — BINGO— Fest Grounds (Sponsored by St. Joseph Youth Group) 12 PM–3 PM — Car Show — Pam’s Corner parking area Registration 10:30 AM–12 PM. Music by “Last Call Meldahl” 12 PM —Tractor Pull — Hammell Equipment* 1 PM–4 PM — Balloon Artist Kevin Lindh — Fest Grounds 2 PM—RASA’s “Old Time Radio Show”— R-P School Theater. Tickets $9 advance or $12 at door. 6 PM–12 AM — Mechanical Bull Rides — Fest Tent New Event $5 per ride for ages 18 and over only 7 PM — Grande Parade 9 PM–1 AM — Live Band: “The Dweebs”— Fest Tent* SUNDAY, JULY 17 8 AM-12 PM — Egg-Bake Brunch — Montini Hall, 105 N. Mill (Sponsored by St. Joseph’s Catholic Church) 8 AM — Antique Tractor Ride — Hammell Equipment, 25-mile ride 10 AM — Softball Tournament — Niggle Field 11 AM — Food Vendors/Fest Tent Open 11 AM — Ecumenical Service — Creekside Park 11 AM – Until Sold Out — Hog Roast — Rushford Legion (Sponsored by the American Legion Riders) 12 PM–5 PM — Kiddie Train Rides & Inflatables — Fest Grounds. Wristbands $5/day required and available at button booth. 1 PM — The Magic of Isaiah — Fest Grounds 1 PM — Bean Bag Tournament — Fest Tent Registration at 12 PM 2 PM–5 PM — Balloon Artist Kevin Lindh — Fest Grounds 2 PM–5 PM — BINGO — Fest Grounds (Sponsored by St. Joseph Youth Group) 5 PM — Kiddie Parade — Fest Grounds 5 PM–7 PM — Family Dance — Fest Tent Music by “Last Call Meldahl” 7:30 PM–10:30 PM — Live Band: “Mama’s Boys” — Fest Tent* *Signifies Rushford Days Button required
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Obituaries Arley C. Ihrke Arley C. Ihrke, 77, of Houston, Minn., died on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, at Valley View Healthcare and Rehab in Houston. Arley Carl Ihrke was born on December 20, 1938, in Quincy To w n s h i p of Olmsted Arley C. Ihrke C ou nt y, Minn., to Gustav and Clara (Schuchard) Ihrke. He was a 1956 graduate of St. Charles High School. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1957 to 1959. Arley graduated from Winona State College in 1963, where he was named to the Winona State Athletic Hall of Fame and was on the All Century Team for football. He was united in marriage with Mary Rohr on August 31, 1963. Arley received his Master’s of Science degree from Winona State in 1970. Arley taught at Houston High School all of his career. He was also the athletic director at Houston for 28 years. Arley was into all things sports. He coached many sports in Houston, and served a long tenure as the head football coach. Many respectfully referred to him as “Coach” when they greeted him. He was in the Minnesota Athletic Directors’ Hall of Fame,
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Houston Fire Department for 20 years, serving several as chief; Charter Member of the Houston Ambulance Service, Houston American Legion, and the booster club. Arley played in many country and western bands including: Uncle Arley’s Band, The Country Touch and the Mellotones. He had a passion for hunting and fishing and passed that on to his sons and grandchildren. Arley is survived by his wife, Mary; three sons: Bill (Liz) Ihrke of Plainview, Minn.; Brian (Rhonda) Ihrke of Mendota Heights, Minn.; and Craig (Jennifer) Ihrke of Chatfield, Minn.; eight grandchildren: Jack, Dean, Jacob, Joey, Megan, Ben, Katie, and Luke; six siblings: Delmer (Mary Jane) Ihrke, Leola Hinckley, Gene (Fern) Ihrke, Gus (Marilyn) Ihrke, Shirley (Bill) Loppnow, and Lorry (Irvin) Hohmann; and by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Beryl, George (Marge), Ellsworth (Frances), Melvin, Robert (Ruby), Vernon (Yvonne), Joy (Allan), Elaine (Dick); brothers-in-law Archie Zarling and Robert Hinckley; and by seven nieces and nephews: John, Carol, Steve, Bernard, Joanne, Kathy, and Brian. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial for Arley at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 13, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Houston, with the Rev. Pratap Reddy officiating. Visitation domestic shorthair Male • Cat • Brown Tabby
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Fillmore County Church Directory Christ Lutheran Church...……………..……..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Elstad Lutheran Church...………………….....….Sundays - 10 :30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..………………….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.…..... Sat. - 5 :30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 St. Columban Church.…..…………………...……..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…..................................Sundays - 8 : 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148
Wykoff United Methodist Church.…….……….…Sundays- 10 :30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 202-2275
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Monday, July 11, 2016 will be on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at the church and also one hour prior to the Mass on Wednesday. Burial will be in the Little Valley Cemetery, south of Plainview, Minn. Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Houston is assisting the family with arrangements. Leave a memory of Arley and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com Dorothy Lucille Bergeron Dorothy passed away on June 17, 2016 after a stroke she suffered on May 5, 2016. With her passing, we lost a beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. Dorothy was born on the family farm near Harmony Minn., to Clarence and Lucille Hegg. Lucille died two weeks after Dorothy was born, so she never had a chance to know her mother and it was always Dorothy’s wish to be buried with her mother and brother John Hegg in Newburg Cemetery. Dorothy was raised by her paternal and maternal relatives and always strived to continue a bond of relationships with her relatives in Minnesota. Dorothy graduated from Harmony High School in 1945 and married Mel Bergeron on Nov. 17, 1951. Dorothy and Mel had a son, Jon, in 1955. In 1957, Mel, Dorothy and Jon moved to Alameda, Calif. Son Timothy was born in Alameda in 1961. Dorothy resided for 46 years in Alameda until a stroke in 2013 resulted in her move to the Commons at Dallas Ranch assisted living facility in Antioch, where she lived until May 2016. Dorothy worked for the Oakland Public Schools as a secretary for 27 years at Oakland Technical High School and the Food Services Department, where she made many lasting friends. Dorothy was active with the local Catholic Daughters in a number of leadership capacities and was a long time parishioner at Saint Joseph’s Basilica in Alameda. Dorothy
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also volunteered at the Mastick Senior Center for a number of years in retirement, as well as volunteering with the Retired Public Employees’ Association of California. Dorothy is survived by her sons Jon (Mindy) of Alameda, Calif., and Tim (Carol) of Brentwood, Calif.; grandchildren Brigette, Beau, and Nels; and great-granddaughter Chanel. Mel passed away on Feb. 15, 2002. Dorothy is also survived by her devoted family members in Minnesota and Wisconsin and long time neighbors, coworkers, and friends in California. Services will be held at Newburg Cemetery in Fillmore County Minnesota at a later date. Emil A. Twedt Emil A. Twedt, age 94, passed away on July 1, 2016 at Sauer Healthcare, Winona, Minn. He was born on June 22, 1922, to Enos and Agnes (Kaulbarsch) Twedt near Whalan, Minn. He was baptized Emil A. Twedt and confirmed at Highland Lutheran Church, and attended the Highland country school. Emil was in the Army from 1945 to 1948 and stationed in Japan. He married Hazel Knutson in 1946. Hazel preceeded Emil in death on January 3, 1999. Emil was a farmer and truck driver prior to moving to Stockton, Minn. There he worked for Webster Lumber Company of Bangor, Wis. for 20 years. He then worked for Winona Monument Company until his retirement. He is survived by one sister-inlaw, Ione Hallum, of Rushford, Minn.; one brother-in-law, Merle Knutson, of Preston, Minn.; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at
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Johnson-Riley funeral Home, with Pastor Kerry Eversole officiating. Visitation was from 1-2 p.m., prior to the funeral. Military honors took place at Lanesboro cemetery by the Whalan American Legion and the Lanesboro American Legion. Johnson-Riley Funeral Home, Lanesboro, assisted the family. Richard M. Morin Richard M. Morin, 85, formerly of Mabel, died Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at Gundersen Health Systems in La Crosse, Wis. R ichard was born October 25, 1930 in Corcoran, Minn,. to AlexRichard M. ander and Morin B ernadet te (Gardner) Morin. In 1949 he enlisted in the United States Navy. After returning from the Navy he worked at the Packaging Corporation of America as a printing press operator until retiring in 1993. In 1964 he married Betty Starks. They later divorced. After retiring, he moved to Mabel until 2010 when he moved to Traditions Assisted Living in Preston, then to the Mosher Veterans Home in Dresbach, Minn., in 2015. He enjoyed family reunions, listening to bluegrass music, going out to eat, watching movies, and holidays with family and good food. He enjoyed life and the folks he met along the way. Richard is survived by two sons, Mark (Teri) Morin of Canton, Minn.; and Rich (Richie) Morin of Spring Valley, Minn. He was preceded in death by brothers and sisters Rochie Morin, Arnie Morin, Dellrose Desantell, and Donna Redden. Funeral service was held 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at the Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel, Minn. Visitation was for one hour prior to services. Burial took place in the Calvary Cemetery in Canton, with military honors by the American Legion.
MDA launches new farm safety program to prevent tractor roll-overs Reimbursement available for tractor roll bars and seatbelts ST. PAUL, MN – Minnesota farmers now have access to a new program that makes tractor safety equipment affordable and simple to order. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) kicked off its ROPS Rebate Program today, one of seven programs of its kind in the United States. It reimburses farmers and schools at least 70% of the cost of purchasing, shipping, and installing a rollover protection kit—a roll bar and seatbelt—limiting applicants’ cost per tractor to no more than $500. It also provides help to farmers with identifying and pricing the appropriate rollover kits for their tractors. According to U.S. Department of Labor statistics, tractor overturns remain the leading cause of
farmer fatalities. “As a former farmer, I know all too well the safety shortcuts we take to get the farm work done,” said Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson. “Rollover protection devices on tractors are highly effective in protecting farmers if they take the steps to install and use them on their equipment. This new ROPS Rebate program will save lives and reduce serious injuries in Minnesota as farmers step forward to participate in the program.” Minnesota’s program is administered by the New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH), the organization behind a similar program in New York and six other states that has successfully accom-
plished a ten-fold increase in tractor rollover protection installation since the program’s inception in 2006. Cost and difficulty ordering the appropriate equipment were identified by NYCAMH as the two key barriers to getting rollover protection on tractors. NYCAMH says roll bars and seat belts are 99% effective in preventing death and serious injury in the event of a rollover. The program is the result of a public private partnership with the State contributing $250,000 and private donations provided by Cargill, CHS, Inc., ADM, and Land O’Lakes. Farmers or schools may call toll-free (877) ROPS-R4U (877767-7748) for more information or to register for a rollover kit.
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socialscenes A View From The Woods By Loni Kemp ©SallyKeating2011
Living close to your food I wander out to the garden, wondering what’s for dinner tonight. The peas are fattening up nicely, tucked in their pods, so I pick a mess of them. Some lettuce still looks good, so I slice off a deep green clump of romaine, and a handful of chives and dill to spice up the dressing. My neighbor girl brought over a dozen eggs from their flock last night, so I can confidently crack the traditional fresh raw egg over our Caesar salad. A pound of hamburger from the freezer, bought from a neighbor who raises grassfed Belgian Blue beef, will be easy to slap on the grill. Top it off with small bowls of those huge first raspberries and blueberries of the season, and we have a simple meal that is delightfully flavorful and good for us. It seems that the stars are aligning to help us see the wisdom of eating locally. We know a diet of all processed foods makes us fat and sick. It makes economic sense to look for ways to trim grocery expenses by eating at home more and making simple, tasty meals with local ingredients. We worry about pesticides, and what that means for the environment where crops were grown, so
organic foods are attractive. We in Fillmore County are blessed with productive land tended by talented farmers and food producers. Yet to some extent it remains a well-kept secret how to tap into the bounty around us. You need to know a farmer to buy their pork, milk or chickens. You need to know where and when the farmers markets are. You need to know the country roads to find the Amish farms with shops full of pickles and jellies and produce. Check out lanesborolocal.org for a virtual marketplace of local producers. It is not that we ought to be completely self sufficient. I like my coffee, chocolate and bananas. I’m also sure our farmers grow enough corn and hogs and dairy cows to feed many people beyond our region. However, when we eat locally there is a world of enjoyment and satisfaction in knowing our food comes from our own land or neighbors, that it was harvested it yesterday, and that our food dollars are staying in our local economy. If you grew it yourself, you will appreciate every morsel.
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SMIF provides $25,000 to launch campaign for new Grow a Farmer Fund to aid local foods efforts
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) announced the launch of the Grow a Farmer Fund campaign at the May 3 Slow Money Minnesota meeting in St. Paul. This fund is organized in partnership with Slow Money Minnesota and other collaborators through the FEAST Local Foods Network, including Renewing the Countryside. It is intended to provide lower-interest loans to farmers, initially in SMIF’s 20-county region of south central and southeastern Minnesota. “It’s not that there’s not money out there for small farmers and food enterprises, it’s just that it doesn’t flow as easily as it should,” said Renewing the Countryside Executive Director Jan Joannides. “This fund will enable ordinary people to support southern Minnesota’s local foods economy, thereby increasing both monetary capital and social capital for smallscale sustainable farmers.” The goal of the Grow a Farmer Fund is to raise $100,000 by September 1. The funds will support a revolving loan fund that makes lower-interest loans to small-scale farmers. SMIF provided the initial $25,000 as a matching grant to help launch the fund. An additional $7,000 was raised at the unveiling of the fund on May 3, where investors, food entrepreneurs, and those interested in supporting a stronger local economy in Minnesota gathered to hear from Woody Tasch, founder of Slow Money. “This fund is just one more way we’re helping to support not just local foods in our region, but a broader local economy,” said Pam Bishop, SMIF’s Vice President of Economic Development. “People want a way to invest in the place they live. For 30 years, the Foundation has been focused on empowering people to find their own solutions to ever evolving challenges. The Grow a Farmer Fund is just one more way to do that.” “We see the Grow a Farmer fund as a natural fit to the Foundation’s mission of promoting regional economic opportunities and collaborations,” said SMIF President & CEO Tim Penny. The Grow a Farmer fund was inspired by the principles of Slow Money, which originated out of the slow food movement. Slow Money’s mission is to catalyze the flow of capital to local food systems, connect investors to the places where they live and promote new principles of fiduciary responsibility that “bring money back down to earth”. “We as a society and as an economy need to start optimizing for a large number of small things, not just relying on a small number of large things,” writes Woody Tasch, founder of Slow Money Alliance.
Anyone interested in supporting the Grow a Farmer Fund can donate at SMIF’s website. Learn more about the fund and Slow
Money Minnesota. Stay tuned for summer fundraiser events, where delicious local foods will be featured!
Woody Tasch, founder of Slow Money, addressing Slow Money Minnesota at a May 3 event when SMIF announced the Grow a Farmer Fund campaign. Photo submitted
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SMIF awards four grants to SE Living in Harmony True happiness comes from living life in harmony with all that is MN Together projects OWATONNA, MN, June 1, of a toolkit to be created by the By Karen Lind Brazas 2016 - Southern Minnesota committee. The intended out- Channel Islands, California Initiative Foundation (SMIF) come is an increase in housing Main Street in Harmony awarded $20,000 worth of units to meet each community’s looks like any main street in a grants to four different projects needs. sleepy little town. Other than a that arose out of the SE MN • $5,000 awarded for a video thriving Amish community and project, “An Introduction to the Niagara Cave, there doesn’t Together regional gatherings. SE MN Together is a col- the Community.â€? Youth in dif- appear to be much for the averlaborative group working to ferent communities will help age person to see or do. But address issues related to the create videos highlighting the I’m not your “average person.â€? workforce shortage in south- community they are from. Once Because from 1959-1964 Hareastern Minnesota; southeast- completed, these video projects mony was my world, and those ern Minnesota faces a pre- will be put on YouTube and teenage years were some of the dicted 45,000 worker shortage will be used for marketing with best years of my life. over the next 20 years as the the goal of attracting families, Back in ‘59, a population of Destination Medical Center workforce personnel, and oth- about 800 farmers and “town(DMC) initiative brings new ers to the region. iesâ€? called this piece of lush job opportunities and demands $5,000 first phase of the green rolling landscape their into the area. The group is a Southeast Minnesota Regional home. Main Street was simresult of SMIF’s 2014 Regional Transit project. The first phase ply referred to as “town.â€? The Community Growth Initiative of the project will consist of Harmony House Restaurant and received an $80,000 SMIF meetings including area transit was the go-to place after any One Big Thing Grant to cre- providers to share data among school function. Players and ate opportunities for smaller each other, map out current fans enjoyed root beer floats and communities to work together routes and then add this infor- the French fries that made The to identify, utilize, and devel- mation to Google Transit. House famous. Further down op their own regional assets These meetings will encour- Main we often hung out at Hanto positively grow workforce age collaboration among tran- son’s Drug Store, perched on sit providers. The project as wiggly red plastic stools at the capacity. After a year of community a whole aims to provide bet- soda fountain, sipping cherry meetings with over 300 south- ter and more comprehensive cokes through red licorice sticks eastern Minnesota stakehold- transit services to rural south- for added flavor. Next door the ers, several working groups east Minnesota and drive eco- Harmony Theater occasionally emerged to focus on issues nomic development efforts for offered up movies. Whether or such as housing, transporta- employers, employees, educa- not a film was showing was tion, regional marketing, and tional institutions and regional anyone’s guess as the theater was inclusive, diverse workplaces. retail services. closed more often than it was “A vibrant regional economy “We’ve been really encour- open. Even so, we always found needs more than jobs: it needs aged by the outcomes of SE MN something else to do. “Cruisquality, affordable housing, Together,â€? said Bishop. “The ingâ€? was the favorite alternaeasy transportation, good edu- goal of the Regional Commu- tive...down Main Street, to the cation, and things for people to nity Growth Initiative in 2014 dump, and back down Main... do,â€? said SMIF Vice President was to get the smaller com- with, as the song says, “no parof Economic Development munities working with those in ticular place to go.â€? Rochester area to help raise all The First National Bank sat Pam Bishop. SMIF will be funding four boats - small towns as well as across from the theater. My dad, collaborative projects present- Rochester - as the Destination Carl Lind, managed the bank, ed by some of these working Medical Center planning con- and he often put in a 10-12 groups. Grants were award to tinues. We need to collaborate hour day, returning to the bank projects best demonstrating: to address the worker shortfall after dinner to finish his work. collaboration, benefit to mul- and all the connecting issues, During the summer we kids tiple communities, leveraging and the collaborative projects looked forward to those eveof the work of the DMC and coming out of the SE MN nings because he’d bring home Journey to Growth, innova- Together meetings are a great a big jug of A&W root beer and tion/transformation, and abil- starting point.â€? a huge bag of hot buttered popity to be executed within nine “It is amazing to see what corn from the little stand across different areas and communities from the bank. months. Grantees include: • $5,000 awarded to Proj- can accomplish when they come Most of our lives as kids cenect FINE for a Discovering together under one umbrella,â€? tered around Harmony High Diverse Workforce Solutions Tim Penny, President and CEO School. I thought our school project. This project will bring of Southern Minnesota Initia- enormous and beautiful. Two old together resources and work- tive Foundation, said. “This is brick buildings housed grades 1 force solutions from across the truly what we hope to see out of through 12. In the early warmth 11-county southeastern Min- our grants: collaboration among of spring, tall red and yellow holnesota region that have dem- communities.â€? lyhocks graced the entire front of onstrated positive results help- Read more about the out- the high school building. Howing diverse individuals find comes and future plans of SE ever, the main attraction of the jobs and increase inclusiveness MN Together in this University grade school was the exterior in the workplace. As a result of Minnesota Regional Sustain- fire escape. Think today’s waterof this “diversity inventory,â€? able Development Partnerships’ slide tube, enjoyed often, due to employers across southeastern blog post. the little “troublemakersâ€? who About Southern Minnesota Minnesota will have tools to pulled the fire alarm whenever Initiative Foundation help attract and retain a more the teachers’ backs were turned! Southern Minnesota Initiative About 250 students were Hardiverse workforce. (SMIF),isaexamining donor- mony • $5,000 awarded to theUniversity City Foundation The of Minnesota the High “Cardinals.â€? My of Albert Lea for its Southeast supported foundation, invests for graduating class numbered 53. of remote for people economichealth growthmonitoring in 20 MinnesoMinnesota Housing effects Initiative A wide grassy lawn stretched memory loss andThe their family members. ta counties. Foundation has from the school to Main Street... project. Inadequate with affordable more than $97 in million housing arose as a concern at provided Learn more about participating this free the lawn where we all gathered in grants, loans and programall SE MN Together communion Senior Ditch Day, the annual study by contacting Professor Joe Gaugler at ty meetings. Housing summits ming within the region during May “rebellionâ€? where we defied or gaug0015@umn.edu. 30 years. SMIF’s key our teachers and ran out of class, and workshop will be612.626.2485 conduct- the past ed in communities throughout interests include early childhood celebrating our elite status as southeast Minnesota to engage and economic development. To future graduates. Only problem Visit http://eneighborstudy.org to learn more community partners to solve learn more about our work and was, we again, had “no particutheir housing needs through mission call (507) 455-3215 or lar place to go,â€? so in no time collaborative planning and use visit www.smifoundation.org. at all our parents were notified,
and Principal Houdak dragged us back to our classrooms. Our school building housed a small gym, locker rooms, a lunchroom, a music room, a home economics center and several classrooms. Most students participated in as many activities as they possibly could. I was a cheerleader, a class officer, a member of the band, the choir, FHA (Future Homemakers of America), and GAA (Girls’ Athletic Association...a misnomer, as our school had no women’s sports teams. Batting around a badminton birdie was the extent of our athleticism.) I also belonged to camera club, although I didn’t own a camera! And I was co-editor of The Cardinal, our year book. The school was the hub of activity in our community. The entire town attended every event, whether or not their own children were involved. Near the end of football season folks would offer up a garage or a barn and a hay wagon so each class could construct a float for the homecoming parade. Then on a crisp October night before the big game, the entire town gathered for the traditional bonfire where we would lead cheers, crown the king and queen, and burn our opponent in effigy. A bit further down Main, Greenfield Lutheran Church, the crown jewel of our community, stood tall. With its double spires and beautiful stained glass windows, my church afforded me spiritual guidance along with a chance to develop talents that would serve me later in life. I taught Sunday school and vacation Bible school and coordinated many Luther League activities. I sang in the choir and occasionally played flute solos from the balcony. Since both the church and high school were only five blocks from my home, we walked to both, sometimes in pouring spring rains or blinding December blizzards. But we always avoided the frightening “Boo Radley� type who lived in the dilapidated house with the sagging front porch and trees that dripped worms on anyone brave enough to pass under them! Our house, like all the others in town, had no address. The streets in Harmony were not named, but everyone in town pretty much knew where everyone else lived. There were no fences separating neighbors.
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Women chatted back and forth over clothes lines, kids chased balls through neighbors’ yards, pets roamed freely and often enjoyed meals “off-site,� and backyard barbecues were “come one, come all.� These lush green yards stretched forever. Morning glories climbed telephone poles, and come spring, the sweet fragrance of lilacs and hyacinths was intoxicating. My parents referred to our house as “Grand Central Station� as it was the popular hangout for our friends. And who wouldn’t want to walk home from school with us, knowing we’d be greeted at the kitchen door with a hot homemade cinnamon roll or a slice of fresh-from-the-oven blueberry pie. On game nights our “rec room� was party central after the Harmony House closed for the night. In Harmony, neighbors helped raise other neighbors’ children. We got away with nothing, as the self proclaimed neighborhood watch was ever vigilant. This was fine with the younger children as every mom on the block could be counted on for a warm cookie and a glass of cold milk. As teenagers, those eagle eyes were more problematic, especially when returning from a date on a sultry summer evening. The lady across the street, our own personal watch person, would reported to my parents the exact time my sister or I arrived home! My parents moved away from Harmony when I was in college, so I never had to bid farewell to my town in person. But I have returned a few times, and I’ve realized that time marches on. The streets are now named and the houses numbered. An occasional John Deere tractor or combine still crosses Main Street, but these days so do the horse drawn carriages of the Amish, a new addition to the community since my departure. The high school building has been remodeled and enlarged and is now consolidated with the high schools of neighboring towns. The HHS Cardinals are no more. But the lovely maples still line the narrow streets, my church stands proud, and my house remains, though appearing much smaller than I remember. The lilacs still bloom, and the town remains much as it once was...a sweet little place called Harmony, forever music to my soul.
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Deb Helgeson saves dogs with the help of HSNEI DECORAH, IOWA – If it weren’t for concerned, caring individuals like Deb Helgeson, Bandit might not have made it through the winter. Helgeson, a United States Postal Service mail carrier originally from the Decorah-Burr Oak area, lives in Canton, Minnesota. After Helgeson saw a dog thrown in a ditch in late January at an abandoned farm near Lime Springs, she spent weeks feeding him and attempting to gain his trust. Through a friend, Helgeson reached out to the Humane Society of Northeast Iowa asking for help in saving the abandoned pup. “I told my husband, ‘I’m going to do everything I can to help this dog,’” said Helgeson. “I know how people treat people, and it’s still just unbelievable that someone would do that to an animal.” A live trap was brought out
to the farm from the Humane Society of Northeast Iowa, as Bandit was so wary of humans he wouldn’t allow anyone to come within 20 feet of him. After the trap was set, it was a waiting game, and Bandit, it seemed, was a master at waiting. Helgeson organized her friends to bring food for Bandit. She checked for him every weekday, and HSNEI volunteers checked the live trap on the weekends and in the evenings. Despite Helgeson’s attempts to lure the dog with food and kindness, Bandit would not be convinced to trust. In the meantime, Helgeson found another abandoned puppy in the same area. She convinced the pup to come to her, and contacted HSNEI to get help for the little one, now named Milton. Because of Helgeson’s keen eye and caring
heart, while looking out for Bandit, Milton was also found and saved, and eventually adopted into a loving home. “I highly doubt Bandit or Milton would have survived the winter without the help of everyone involved. Fortunately, Milton was picked up right away, but Bandit, who remained out there, must have had lots of angels watching over him,” said Julie Kriener, HSNEI volunteer. Bandit spent the winter and spring traveling to several farms in a five-mile area, stealing dog and cat food when he could and devouring food left out for him by concerned individuals in the area. He survived his time in the wild living in the same habitat as badgers, coyotes, raccoons and the like. Bandit seemingly disappeared in the middle of March. It wasn’t until Helgeson happened
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. upon him again in a field on the same road, that she contacted the original HSNEI volunteers. The volunteers went back to the area to talk to folks on neighboring farms, and were led to another concerned citizen who had been feeding Bandit for months, also unable to gain his trust. An additional live trap was set on another vacant farm and on the third day, the volunteers received that call that they had long been waiting for. They immediately went to pick up Bandit and then took him to HSNEI’s Love and Friendship Adoption Center. “We had been taking turns driving a 45-minute trip to check the trap—twice a day during the cold winter months— only to come up empty. So when we got another chance of catching him on the second property, we were optimistic. We were beyond ecstatic when the property owner called two days later with the good news,” said Jeanne Neuzil, HSNEI volunteer. According to HSNEI volunteer Pat Sands, Bandit came to them in pretty rough shape, “He was in poor condition, dirty and
stinky, full of ticks, and his long fur was completely matted. He even had straw blades embedded into his skin.” Once in the care of HSNEI, he received a much needed grooming, a bath, healthcare, love and lots of attention. “The most amazing thing is that despite all that Bandit went through, he is a very happy and extremely playful dog,” said Kriener. “We’re looking forward to finding him a forever home.” One might think that the story ends there, but Helgeson wasn’t done. Not only did she help rescue two dogs, she also made a generous donation to HSNEI for their help in recovering and sheltering Bandit and animals like him. “It’s not going to be the last one. They’re wonderful people up there (at HSNEI) who do wonderful work with animals,” said Helgeson. “I might even become a pest after awhile, bringing more dogs and cats in.” Thanks to caring people like Helgeson, the HSNEI volunteers and other concerned citizens, Bandit’s story is only just beginning.
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Dan Moulton applies for Houston County judgeship Dan Moulton is a lifelong resident of Minnesota who lives on a farm near Chatfield. He resides with his wife, Sue and has three grown daughters: Alison, Andrea, and Karlee Jo. He has practiced law for over 30 years from his office in Rochester. Dan has applied to be a candi-
date for the judgeship in Houston County, Minn. The election will include the 11 counties in southeast Minnesota, which is also known as the Third Judicial District. He will be opposing Judge Carmaine Sturino, who was appointed by Governor Dayton approximately nine months ago, and Tim Guth, an
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Photos by Ken Soiney During the evening of Thursday, June 16, 2016, construction crews picked up the Highway 250 bridge, a well-traveled road for locals and tourists visiting Lanesboro. Ken Soiney captured photos of the bridge removal. According to MnDOT, they are replacing two narrow through-truss bridges on Hwy 250 near Lanesboro. The project also involves improvements to the existing roadway alignment immediately approaching each bridge. The construction project is still underway.
attorney who has an office in La Crosse, Wis. Moulton seeks the judicial position with over 30 years of legal experience in private practice. In addition, he received training as a law clerk from three judges in Olmsted County and as a law clerk for the Minneapolis City Attorney’s Office,
as well as being the city attorney for several communites. Dan Moulton successfully completed an 11-day trial seminar with the National Institute of Trial Advocacy in Lawrence Kans., a three-day National Institue of Trial Advocacy Seminar in deposition techniques in Chicago, Ill., several Minneosta
OWATONNA, MN, June 23, 2016 - Representatives from early childhood organizations gathered at the office of the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) in Owatonna today to celebrate 14 years of the BookStart program and 26 new BookStart awardees. This year, SMIF awarded 10,000 books with a total value of $172,650 in partnership with Capstone, a leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services. Together, the organizations have placed approximately 89,000 books into the homes of children across southern Minnesota. The goal is that every child has a book of his or her own at home to read or be read to by family members, which promotes a life-long love for reading. Studies consistently show that reading at a young age drastically improves a child’s educational trajectory. Not only does reading aloud help children acquire early language skills, it fosters curiosity and
memory and helps children develop positive associations with reading. “Reading should be fun, accessible and engaging, for both children and their caregivers. Capstone has been a great long-time partner with our BookStart program towards this goal,” said SMIF’s President and CEO, Tim Penny. “We believe investing in our young children is a long-term strategy that will pay big dividends for our communities and businesses.” “Awardees find so many creative ways of getting these free books in the hands of kids,” said Teri Steckelberg, SMIF’s Early Childhood Director. “Some projects give children books when they get free meals at the summer lunch wagon. Others give books to adult basic education students who are just learning English so they can read to their child, often for the first time.” Kingsland Public Schools and Rushford-Peterson Schools received BookStart grants because they provide
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prosecution technique trial seminars in Minneapolis, and many other seminars during his career. During the course of his career, Dan has been successful in representing people from all walks of life and in a variety of ways. Examples of cases that he has handled include attempted murder, vehicular homicide, arson, personal injury, family law, probate, and many other matters in which people are involved.
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outstanding early literacy opportunities for young children and their families. The organizations will incorporate the books into their programs and events where young children will receive books to take home and keep. “Literacy is one of the building blocks of lifelong success,” said Bill Coughlan of Coughlan Companies, the parent company of Capstone in Mankato. “Capstone recognizes the power of literacy in helping children achieve their full potential, and we know that can start with just one book. Every child is a reader when matched with the right book.” As part of its strategy to invest in economic growth here in southern Minnesota, SMIF has supported early childhood efforts to make certain all children enter school fully encouraged, prepared, and supported for learning success. Over the past ten years, SMIF has invested $1.6 million annually for early childhood development initiatives. SMIF has also established 23 community coalitions as part of the Minnesota Early Childhood Initiative. Each coalition is developing their collective early childhood vision and implementing local projects to strengthen early care and education for young children and their families. About Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donorsupported foundation, invests for economic growth in 20 Minnesota counties. The Foundation has provided more than $97 million in grants, loans, and programming within the region during the past 30 years. SMIF’s key interests include early childhood and economic development. To learn more about our work and mission, visit www.smifoundation.org. About Capstone Capstone is a leading publisher of children’s books, digital solutions and services, literacy programs, and K-12 professional development resources. Capstone creates content in a variety of print, digital and media formats for school libraries, classrooms, and at home reading. Capstone’s business units include Capstone Library, Capstone Classroom, Capstone Young Readers, myON, and Capstone International. For more information, visit www.CapstonePub.com.
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Fillmore County Police Reports
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Ali Guedi Ali, 25, Minneapolis, Minn.; 4/17/2016, Speeding (76/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Richard Michael Aske, 38, Mabel, Minn.; 5/6/2016, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Teresa Rana Baker, 48, Lanesboro, Minn.; 4/10/2016, Failure to Stop at Stop Signs or Stop Lines, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Dean Alan Copeman, 31, Harmony, Minn.; 5/18/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Hamze Youssuf Dahir, 21, St. Paul, Minn.; 4/17/2016, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.
Herman Jay Flaskerud, 60, Rochester, Minn.; 4/14/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. John Joseph Kovarik, 27, Rosemount, Minn.; 6/13/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Randall Alan Marlow, 43, Decorah, Iowa; 4/14/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Rahol Mukherjee, 29, Cedar Falls, Iowa; 5/29/2016, Speeding (40/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Rafael Perez, 20, Mission, Tex.; 4/14/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Stephen James Sullivan, 26, Lanesboro, Minn.; 4/14/2016, Following Vehicle More Closely Than Reasonable or Prudent,
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Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Dawn Marie Taylor, 57, Austin, Minn.; 5/25/2016, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. MN Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division Andy D. Gingerich, 31, Lanesboro, v; 5/28/2016, Take or Possess Fish Over Limit, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Terry Lynn Schwartz, 57, Fountain, Minn.; 5/31/2016, Open Burning – Prohibited Materials, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. MN State Patrol – Rochester Lorie Ann Crowson, 44, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/8/2016, Speeding (79/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Bryce Ronald Goltz-Kingsley, 18, Rushford, Minn.; 6/7/2016, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115.
Bathke apprehended after escaping custody On Tuesday, July 5, at 6:15 a.m., a Fillmore County correction officer was unable to account for a prisoner during breakfast wake up. It was then determined that this Dylan Bathke prisoner, 19-year-old Dylan Bathke, had escaped custody.
Bathke was being held on the charges of Motor Vehicle Theft, 2nd Degree Assault, Terroristic Threats, and Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle. The sheriff did not believe there was a public safety threat to the general public. Bathke was apprehended the same day at 4:20 p.m. in the City of Rochester. Members of the Rochester Police Department and the Southeast Minnesota Violent Crime Enforce-
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Bradley John Johnson, 58, Rushford, Minn.; 6/9/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Andrew Randy Ostendorf, 23, Melrose, Minn.; 6/5/2016, Speeding (68/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Amanda Lea Sarazin, 26, Eyota, Minn.; 5/31/2016, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. Joy Ellen Seyfer, 57, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 6/5/2016, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Andrew Martin Sollien, 20, Mabel, Minn.; 5/15/2016, Speeding (76/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Jennifer L. Watkins, 36, Effingham, Ill.; 6/5/2016, Speeding (73/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Kayla Lynn Zenz, 18, Lancaster, Wis.; 6/1/2016, Speeding (77/55), Fine $70, Total
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., JULY 12 •Tai Ji Quan for seniors, 8-9am, Harmony Communty Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-6pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Tai Ji Quan for seniors, 10-11am, Spring Valley Communty Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Red Cross Bloodmobile, 1-7pm, Harmony Commnity Center. •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.*
•GriefShare support group, 7-8:30pm, Community Grounds, 201 Parkway Ave. N., Lanesboro. Info: (507) 467-2500.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.* •AA Closed meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*
WED., JULY 13
•Storytime for 0-6 yrs., 10:30-11, Preston Library. •Red Cross Blood Drive, 1-7pm, Lanesboro Community Center. •Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*
THURS., JULY 14
•Tai Ji Quan for seniors, 8-9am, Harmony Communty Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.*
•Mabel Food Shelf, 10am-12pm, First Lutheran Church, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507)765-2518.*
•Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, Mabel Telephone Company, lower level, 214 N Main St., Mabel.*
FRI., JULY 15
•Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:304pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Tai Ji Quan for seniors, 10-11am, Spring Valley Communty Center. Info, call (507) 272-3731.* •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.* •Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* •Chatfield Brass Band plays at Chosen Valley Care Center, 7pm, refreshments served. *
•Root River Antique Power Show, 78715 255th St., Spring Valley. •Chatfield NA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*
SUN., JULY 17
•Root River Antique Power Show, 78715 255th St., Spring Valley. •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*
SAT., JULY 16
•Root River Antique Power Show, 78715 255th St., Spring Valley. •Simple Living Farmers’ Market, 8:3011:30am, 43901 St Hwy 44, Mabel.* •St. Johns Food Shelf, 9-10:30am, St. Johns Lutheran Church, 241 Line St. S., Wykoff. •Spring Valley Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* •Bluff Country ATV Club meeting, 10am, Rushford American Legion.
MON., JULY 18
•Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. For info, call (507) 288-6944.• •Public blood pressure clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston.• •AA Crossroads Journey Group meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*
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Lanesboro School District #229 is accepting applications for the following positions for the 2016-2017 school year. 1) Van Driver for an am/pm route during the school year, 2) Substitute Bus Drivers for the school year. Positions open until filled. Applications may be picked up at the school office. Lanesboro School District #229 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability. h27,4,11- o
HOUSEKEEPING, GREEN GABLES Printed with Soy ink INN. Housekeepers needed weekdays and every other weekend starting immeditaely. Call 6507-467-2936, ask for Jackie. h18-7/4tfn-o
Children’s Mental Health Case Management position in Fillmore County. Responsible for coordinating services for children with SED and their families. Work with children/adolescents providing Rule 79 case management services. Work will involved collaborating with area resources and providers. Requires Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field. Fill out application at: www.hvmhc.org or send letter/resume to Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, Attn: Peg Walch, 166 Main St., Winona, MN 55987 EOE/AA. h7/4, 11-o
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Root River hardwoods is looking for a reliable person to work in sawmill. Benefit package available. Retirement plans. Apply at Root River Hardwoods. Hwy 52 N. Preston. h11,18- o
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Mabel Green lea senior living is looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference
Needed at Fillmore Central Schools Beginning in the 2016/2017 school year:
Special Education Paraprofessionals at the high school in Harmony
Part-time
(2 positions) and at the elementary school in Preston (1 position). Also special education paraprofessional long term sub needed at the elementary school beginning approx. mid-September to early December. (12 weeks) Interested candidates may download an application at www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us or pick up one in the district office.
RN/lPN
Please send completed application to: Michelle Breitsprecher, Director of Special Education Fillmore Central Schools P.O. Box 50 Preston, MN 55965
Positions open until filled.
EOE
Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS
has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals
evening/night Shift nurse Full-time
$2000 SiGn-on BonuS • Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Business Office at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.
"Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."
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…because the journey matters
Spring Valley Senior Living is currently seeking Universal Workers to help with daily activities in our Senior Apartments. Duties include housekeeping, meal service, activities and some personal cares. Part-time positions available on Evening and Overnight shifts. Apply online at www.svseniorliving. com. EOE. h-4,11-o
Gundersen Harmony Care Center
Spring Valley Home Health has an opening for a full-time RN. Previous experience in a Home Care setting preferred but not required. To apply send resume to hr@svseniorliving.com EOE. h11- o
Where old friends become reacquainted and new friendships are found!
rn/LPnCharge nurse 30-40hrs. per week am/Pm or Pm shifts night Position also open new siGn on Bonus: rn/LPn - $1500 tma - $1000 Bonus registered nursing assistant - $1000 Gundersen Harmony Care Center 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939
Outreach Services Coordinator/
Case Manager
Semcac is currently accepting applications for a Full time Outreach
Services Coordinator/Case Manager in the Rushford and Caledonia area. Primary duties include crisis program management, including budgeting, grant writing & reporting, staff supervision, intake, assessment, case management, community outreach & education, and participation in community collaborations. Ability to multi- task, work in a fast paced environment, strong attention to detail, and computer skills required. Four year social work degree required, plus two to four years related experience preferred. Applications available at www.semcac.org or by contacting Barb Thompson at 507-864-8202 or barb.thompson@semcac.org.
Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
Applications must be received by July 12, 2016. EOE
NEW STARTING WAGE SCALE
Full-Time & ParT-Time
Freelance Writer
The Fillmore County Journal is seeking a freelance reporter to write stories about Houston, MN. We distribute over 1,400 newspapers to every household and business in the Houston Zip Code 55943, and we need a good writer to cover city council, school board, and Houston County government meetings. Feature writing opportunities would be welcome, as well. Freelance reporters will start out at $60 per article, with payper-story increasing after proven success. If you know of a good candidate for this opportunity, please have them contact Jason Sethre at 507-765-2151 or jason@ fillmorecountyjournal.com. Thanks!
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grAPhiC deSigNer versed in Adobe Creative Suite programs. This position, parttime or full-time, will be the right fit for someone with great attention to detail, positive customer relations skills and a flair for design. Please send a letter of interest and design samples to Publisher, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN, 55965 or email to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com.
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• Nursing Assistants (Full-Time & Part-Time $1750 Sign-On Bonus) • RN’s & LPN’s (Full-Time & Part-Time $3500 Sign-On Bonus) • Home Health Aides (Part-Time) Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for individuals who are compassionate, energetic, hardworking, and reliable to join our health care team. We currently have full-time and parttime positions available. We are willing to train the right applicant. We offer excellent benefits to employees working full-time. • Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% coverage on Preventative Care. • Health Partners Dental Plan • Matching Funds for 401(k) Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • Generous, Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC Applications should be forwarded to: Chosen Valley Care Center Attn: Director of Clinical & Resident Services, 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com. (EOE/AA)
Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community
Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS
Has current openings for experienced, mature, and caring individuals
Cook Evening Nurse • Part-time Bremmer Assisted Living Aide • Part-time Administrative Assistant • 30 hours/week • Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Business Office at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.
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EMPLOYMENT
Head Start Health Coordinator: Lead our health services, offered to children in our program, and truly make a difference in their lives. Semcac’s Head Start Program is seeking a dedicated professional, an organized self-starter, for our fast-paced, yet, rewarding work setting in Rushford, MN. Ideal candidate will have public health or health education background. Full-time position with great benefits. Applications and more information available at www.semcac. org or by contacting Barb Thompson at Semcac: (507) 864-8202 or barb.thompson@semcac.org. Former and current Head Start parents are encouraged to apply. Application must be postmarked by July 22, 2016. E.O.E. h11,18- O
nurse Full Time Night Shift Green lea$1,000 Senior Sign On living Nursing Home
115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 • EOE
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Omodt & Jorde Farms is looking to hire truck and heavy equipment mechanic. Must have the ability to weld, fabricate, trouble-shoot, inspect, test, and do scheduled maintenance. Pay based on experience and ability. Willing to train the right candidate. Call 507-459-7850. h11,18- o
Help Wanted Part-time Housekeeping includes every other weekend
Part-time
Dietary aide includes every other weekend & holidays For more information contact Shelly Dolley at 507-886-6544 ext: 73375 Gundersen Harmony Care Center MABEL GrEEn LEA sEnior LivinG is LookinG for spEciAL pEopLE who wAnt to MAkE A diffErEncE.
part-time Activity Assistant Green Lea Senior Living is seeking a part-time Activity Assistant. Apply in person at Green Lea Senior Living. Contact Julie or Kathryn with questions. "Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."
Green Lea senior Living 115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954 • EOE (507) 493-5436 …because the journey matters
MAbeL Green Lea senior living is Looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference
Full Time Part-timenurse and Full-time $
1,000 Sign On CNA
shifts available
Bonus-Pay on Weekends and shift differential. "Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."
Green Lea Senior Living Nursing Home Contact Tanya or Joyce
115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 • EOE
…because the journey matters
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APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Property Appraiser in the Fillmore County Assessor’s Office. This is a regular, non-exempt position. Minimum requirements: High school diploma or general education degree and one year of appraising experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to become a Certified Minnesota Assessor within 12 months of start date and obtain Accredited Min’nesota Assessor licensure within four years of acquiring CMA. See requirements on the Minnesota State Board of Assessors website. Must also have knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of property appraisal; ability to interpret laws pertinent to local property tax assessment; knowledge of land subdivision regulations, construction standards and real estate sales practices; ability to read and understand complex regulations, develop reports and maintain complex records, uses of computer equipment and software; ability to make mathematical computations with accuracy and speed; and have a valid driver’s license. Starting salary is $19.3669/hr. according to the 2016 non-union pay plan. Successful candidate must be willing to authorize a personal criminal background investigation. Applications and job descriptions with complete listing of qualifications may be obtained from: Fillmore County Coordinator, P.O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965 or phone (507) 765-4566. Applications also available @ www.co.fillmore.mn.us. Applicants must complete current county application to be considered. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Application deadline: 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 29, 2016. EOE. h11,18,25- o
Cliff Viessman Inc. is accepting applications for Regional Tanker Drivers for the Cedar Rapids terminal. $1,000 Sign On Bonus. $50 K+ per year. Health, Dental, 401K. Profit Sharing. Paid Weekly. Monthly safe driving bonus. CDL with tanker endorsement required. Two years experience required or driving school graduate with six months experience. Some weekend work required. Contact Nate at 800-353-0344. Option 5. natev@viessmantrucking.com. www. viessmantrucking.com. “A Driver Friendly Company”(MCN)
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Spring Valley Senior Living is hiring full-time and part-time RN’s and LPN’s for our day and evening shifts. Flexible scheduling available! Competitive wages and pay differentials offered. Visit our webpage www. svseniorliving.com to apply or contact Human Resources at 507-346-1247 for more information! EOE h-4,11-o Spring Valley Senior Living is looking for a part-time maintenance technician. Qualified applicants must have a degree in a related field or previous work experience, excellent communication skills and be able to multi-task. 2nd Class C boilers license preferred. To apply please send resume to hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h-4,11-o Spring Valley Senior Living has an opening for a part-time staff accountant. Approx. 20 hours per week. Duties may include but are not limited to: general ledger data entry, account reconciliation, accounts payable processing. To apply please send resume to hr@ svseniorliving.com EOE. h-4,11-o NOW HIRING Company OTR drivers. $2,000 sign on bonus, flexible home time, extensive benefits. Call now! Hibb’s & Co. 763/389-0610 (MCAN) PAID IN ADVANCE! MAKE $1000 Weekly!! Mailing Brochures From Home. Helping home workers since 2001. No Experience Required. Start Immediately! www.centralmailing.net (VOID IN SD, WI) (MCN)
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services Norby Tree Service: Stump grinding, tree trimming, and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. v8/2tfn- o REBUILD ALTERNATORS and starters for auto, truck, and farm implements. Same day service. Used cars for sale. Specializing in Toyota Prius sales and services. Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford. 507-864-7440 or 507-459-1504. v11tfno Besse Auto Detailing. Make your car look new. Pick up and delivery available. (507) 765-2471. s4tfn-o
Celebrating 20 years in the ICF Industry Complete sales and education available of 42518 State Hwy 44 • Mabel, MN 55954 multiple ICF Forms and Phone (507) 493-5888 • Fax (507) 493-3888 all related accessories Email tristateicf@gmail.com including ICF Bracing Website www.tristateicf.com sales and rental. BEst PriCEs, Build different, Build Better, BEst suPPort, WE knoW iCF's.
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• aerating • power BrooMing • inSured • light BaCkhoe work Call: 507-268-4977 or Cellphone: 507-429-6755
326 Parkside Dr. SE Res 507-765-2297 Preston, MN 55965 Cell 507-251-5535
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Scheevel and Sons, Inc. (507) 765-4756
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Precision Laser Excavating
Specialties: Ponds, Waterways, Terraces, Driveways, Building Sites and More. Ron (507-273-9796), Aaron (507-272-3923), Eric, & Nate Scheevel 17057 Kind Rd. • Preston, MN
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Used 2004 Honda CRF70F Dirt Bike. Rarely ridden and well maintained. It is a semi-manual transmission (foot shift without clutch). Asking $1,000 OBO. Cash only. Call 507-383-9219. a27,4,11 -x
DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800-283-0205 (MCN)
DONATE YOUR CAR truck or boat to Heritage For The Blind. Free 3-day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of 800/439-1735 (MCAN) MOTORCYCLES: TOP CASH PAID! For Old Motorcycles! 1900-1979. DEAD OR ALIVE! 920-371-0494 (MCN)
DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-752-6680 (MCN) BUYING OLD EUROPEAN and British Motorcycles in any condition, running or not. Parts too. Moto Guzzi, Ducati, BMW, Norton, BSA, Triumph, etc. Call/ text 763/250-8610. (MCAN)
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715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com 106 E. rEAd AVE LEroY $64, 900
22881 oAk HILL dr, SPrInG VALLEY 215,000
Unique log home nestled away in the woods. 3 bdrm, 2 bath home with new mound septic system. You’ll enjoy the peaceful surroundings, beautiful yard and landscaping and the abundance of wildlife. The loft area is home to the master bedroom w/attached bath. The lower level is unfinished and ready for expansion. Updated eat-in kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances. Located in desirable “country” setting.
11412 150tH St oStrAndEr, mn $415,000
Currently used as rental property (duplex) but could easily be converted back to single family dwelling. 2 hot water heaters and boilers. Original woodwork, hardwood floors, main floor laundry and second entrance to basement for upper level laundry area. Built in hutches in the dining room, one full bath and one 3/4 bath. Upper level has 2nd kitchen for duplex. Outside staircase for entrance to upper level unit. Single car garage and storage shed.
cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com e-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com $124,900
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3 bedrooms • 3 baths • Jetted tub• D/O could be 4th bedroom • Main floor laundry • Living room • Family room • TV room • Enclosed porch • Beautiful landscaping • Private back yard • 2 car attached garage • Perennial flowers
$299,900
709 parkway ave. S laneSboro
Unlimited potential for this Impressive Victorian • Zoned residential & Commercial • Previous owners included well-known French Restaurant and B&B • Unlimited potential • 4 bedrooms • 4 baths • Wood floors throughout • Unending character • Gorgeous open staircase • Completely updated mechanicals • High ceilings • Walk-up attic ready to be finished • Endless amount of activities: canoeing, biking, tubing, theater, restaurants, boutiques, parks, breathtaking scenery, golf courses, and much more • This unique opportunity needs to be viewed to appreciate
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Beautiful 4 bedroom 3 full bath home situated in newer cul-de-sac subdivision. Master bedroom w/master bath. Deck located off dining room w/patio doors. The house has been freshly repainted with updated colors and all the carpets have been professionally cleaned. Large finished lower level with family room, 2 bedrooms and full bath. Upper level consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, formal living room, kitchen and dining room. The house was built in 2001 and has been very well maintained. Double car garage w/ cement drive with extra area for RV parking. Beautiful back yard with storage shed. Priced to sell!
$107,900
$89,900
cOMMerciAl $165,000
116 parkway ave. n laneSboro
3 bdrm, 3 bath. Spacious main floor, partially finished basement with walk-out. 1 car tuck-under. $147,500 UCeD
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2.5 Acres on hard surface road, electric & shared well.
Church Hill Condos
Start with a clean slate and design your new home from the floor 509 parkway Ave S, LANESBORO plan to the finishing touches. 15 ft ceilings, large windows with morning sun and nice views. UCeD ReD
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XXXXX Faith trail, LANESBORO
XXXXX Cty 15, HARMONY
Location! Location! Location! • 1.36 acres next to State Bike Trail • Dead end road • Large open kitchen and dining • Main floor laundry • Main floor master • Formal dining room • Living room • Covered patio • 2+ garage • Storage shed • New windows • New septic • New furnace • Updated electrical • Dual heat with LP and wood burner combo
4 bedrooms • 2 baths • Hardwood floors • Large living room • Formal dining • Walk-up attic • Lower level family room • Deck • Covered porch • Newer roof • 2-car garage • Newer windows • Original woodwork
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2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Partially finished basement. Insulated 2 car attached garage. $99,900
22 Main Ave N, HARMONY
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An Ideal mixture of crop & woods, Minnesota
this property offers rec land along liSt your property witH todd! FOr 27 with income. 40 Acres cropYeArS land, 507-259-5454 approx. 10 acres CRP, 40 acres woods, balance pasture.
Kelsey Bergey Real Estate Agent remax@harmonytel.net Office 507-886-4221
425 2nd Ave SE, HARMONY AFFORDABLE & SpACIOUS!
255 4tH Ave SE, HARMONY
Luster Steel home
Good sized rooms and generous storage. Efficient living in this 2 bedroom home. 1 car detached garage. Located on a nice corner lot. $55,000
115 Center St E, HARMONY
Well-maintained with a great layout that can be flexible to your lifestyle. Original details with updated windowns, siding and roof. Heated garage with workshop. $113,000
120 4th Ave SE, HARMONY original details!
original Charm
Spacious 2-story 4 bedroom 2 on corner lot! bathroom home 4 bedrooms, w/updates. 2 bathrooms. Large yard & corner lot. Must see! Good sized yard to enjoy the weather. 2 $114,900 car garage. Call today! $74,900
25988 County 14, pREStON Awesome log home on 11 acres. Private location set back from hard surface road w/ blacktop driveway. 6 garage stalls – room for your hobbies & toys plus man cave. $499,000
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100 Elmwood St E, LANESBORO
Newer 4 bdrm 3 bathroom home at an affordable price. Vault, hardwood floors, breakfast bar, dining & dinette. LL finished. 3 car garage w/heat, fl oor drain. Backs up to park & bike trail. $196,900
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Unique opportunity to own an inn. Rent single rooms
Commercial space with 2 units. 2 off-street or suites. Separate owner’s living area on main floor. parking spots. Call today!
Subdivision with country views and city utilities Custom built brick BEaUTIFUL SETTInG. ding 2.8 acres with newer at an affordable price. No building permit fees pen home. 2 main floor home, 3 bedroom 2 or connection fees in 2016! Harmony is a bedrooms and full Super spot! Zoned rural residential ag - bring super place to live, offering the quality lifestyle bathroom. Finished bath. 1 bedroom, your animals. Build a cabin or your dream of a small town with a thriving business district, den/office, and updated bath in basement. walk-out basement. 2 home & relax on the banks of Wisel Creek. clinic and healthcare facilities. Get $5,000+ Great corner lot. Don’t miss this one! car attached garage. Lots of room for gardening 8.38 & 6.37 acre adjoining lots. & your pets! $189,900 $129,000 cash back/EDA incentive.
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Character throughout • Wood floors • Original woodwork • High ceilings • Builtins • Formal living room • Formal dining room • Main floor laundry • 4 bedrooms • 3 baths • Deck • Covered patio •W/o lower level • W/up attic • New roof • New windows • Updated electrical
4 bedrooms and 2 baths 1/2 acre lot • 3 on 1 side • 3 bedrooms bedrooms • 2 baths and 4 baths on side • • D/O • New roof • New flooring • Main floor Wood floors • 10 foot ceilings • Newer roof • Covered laundry • New window • New furnace and water porch • Deck • Formal living room • Formal dining room heater • Enclosed porch • Deck • Storage shed • 2 furnaces • Air units • Separate electric meters • 2 car garage • Unlimited potential • Large Duplex (could be Xxxxx County 16Serving Harmony B&B or residential) Se
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME 1004 Spring valley Ave NW, pREStON 3555 Highlandville Rd, DECORAH
NOLAN vALLEY LOtS Move to the country & build!
217 CHatField ave. nw preSton
$143,500
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2005 60’ x 80’ Steel Building, free span with 14 residential or Commercial! sidewalls, two 12’x12’ overhead electric doors. Excellent condition. Highway exposure & yard ft840 sq ft interior office. 3 additional buildings. space. Handicap accessible. Located in the heart of Harmony.
$134,900
712 alley dr. wHalan
25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939 www.SEMNrealestate.com Each Office Independently Owned & Operated
Outdoorsman’s delight! Easy access to 9 acres, wooded parcel. Buildable! $63,000
Buildable 2.83 Acre Lot River & bluff view! Septic, electric, and water ready for your dream home!
$189,500
121 n. County rd 56 leroy
55 2nd ave Se Harmony
Buy now, enjoy Beautifully updated Panoramic View! Lis this season! home on almost an New Inviting living space, Completely acre lot on the edge vaulted ceilings, and 4 done, with space of town. 3 bedroom, season sun room. 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom to entertain and 2 bathroom home. 44 x 32 heated garage plus 16 x 8 utility garage. home just outside of city limits on 2.5 acres. take in the incredible views. Lots of nice 2 car attached garage plus 32x24 shed. finishings. Don’t miss this unit, call today! Huge deck & park-like yard. $179,900
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Great property at a great price! 3 bdrm, 3 bath home with 3 car garage. You’ll love the wraparound front porch and the large covered deck in the back. 2 storage sheds, large back yard with fire pit and tastefully landscaped. Newer stainless steel appliances, newer laminate flooring in the kitchen and the washer and dryer are included. Nice size mud room coming in from back side door and generous sized office. You won’t be disappointed in this one!
chatfield Office rochester Office 116 n. Main St. 4123 26th St. nW
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400 Whittier St E, LANESBORO
408 E. FrEmont SPrInG VALLEY $119,900
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ForeStville State Ng Great opportunity to own this building located in a high Listi $69,900 park traffic area in scenic Lanesboro. Opportunities are New unlimited. 2 rental units also on 2nd level. Ideal for a retail business. Buy now and be ready for the spring 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, fishing, activity. camping • Private • Ideal for house or cabin
34868 242nd St, LANESBORO
You are sure to fall in love with the location and pristine condition of this 3 bdrm 3 bath home in quiet neighborhood. Open concept main level w/ eat-in kitchen w/newer stainless steel appliances, formal dining, living room w/bay window. The foyer is cheery & bright with laminate floors. Main floor laundry with mud room. Patio doors to back deck and beautifully landscaped yard with many perennials. Spacious family room in lower level and large utility/storage room area as well. Call for your appointment to view this great home.
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Unlimited potential for the commercial property on 2 acres conveniently located on high traffic area. Building with new metal roof, cement floor, knotty pine ceilings and walls, loft area, garage, patio, covered decks and outbuildings
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“One of a kind” property listed on the National Historic but could be expanded to 6. The double brick structure is well insulated. Updates include repairs on front porch, metal roof on house & garage, new side porch, updated windows, interior updates, newer appliances, and tuck point work on foundation. You will be impressed with the unique architectural features throughout the home. Hardwood floors, original woodwork, arched doorways, exposed brick on dining room wall, and large bedrooms. Located on larger lot with mature trees.
9/10 acre lot • Overlooks Root River • Close to bike trail • Spacious 2-story • 4 bedroom • 2 baths • Main floor 4 bedrooms • New roof, windows, siding, furnace and c/a • laundry • Large private lot • Large covered porch • 3-season porch • Deck • New appliances stay • New Fenced yard • Covered porch furnace and water heater • Sunken family room • Living room • Built-ins $193,000
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140 4th St SE, HARMONY Starting up or slowing down? 2 bedroom ranch w/ 1 car attached garage. Hardwood floors throughout, and updates. $66,000
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710 mLInAr AVE. SPrInG VALLEY PRICE REDUCTION $159,900
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45 6th St SE, Harmony 608 River St SW, Chatfield 112 S Hudson Ave, Spring Valley 501 E Fillmore Ave, Mabel 605 Elizabeth St SE, Preston
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216 Preston St NW, Preston 26007 Gladiola Ln, Lanesboro 11615 285th Ave, Harmony 712 Valley Ave, Spring Valley 107 Zenith St, Lanesboro 220 3rd Ave SW, Harmony
Junior D. Miller • Mabel, MN
106 2nd St, FOUNtAIN Main floor living & numerous updates. Patio, spacious yard, room for a garden and your pets. 24 x 26 garage. $84,900
15413 Cty Rd 9, pREStON 2 bedroom home, several updates. Full basement with laundry & storage space. 2 car detached garage. $63,000
317 Fillmore St. W, pREStON mint condition! 4 bedroom home with a view & easy access to Root River Trail. Main floor bed, bath & laundry. Large deck. Storage shed. Move in and enjoy your summer in this home! $74,900
1120 Matthew St SW, pREStON Expansive views to enjoy!
4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Hardwood floors and 18’ vault. LL walk out basement with family room & wine cellar. 2 car detached garage. $198,900
House for sale in Harmony. 4/5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. For more information call 507-452-6178. r13tfn-o
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Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o
Wanted: Cars, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfno
LANESBORO: Lovely 1 BR apt. on Parkway. $450 incl. utilities, kitchen and laundry appliances. No smoking or pets. Available Aug. 1. 651-492-9620. r11,18,25- x
For Sale: 2 piece manufactured home and 24’ x 24’ detached garage. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Lot size 116’ x 183 1/2’. 209 Ellen St., Ostrander, MN. $65,000. Call 507-657-2411. r-4,11,18,25-x
OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x
MULTI PROPERTY AUCTION JULY 26TH Large Minnesota land owner to be liquidating his 3+ million dollar portfolio of land. Prime hunting properties, development lakeshore, recreation properties, tillable land. Numerous parcels selling, No reserve. Shelly Weinzetl, Better Homes and Gardens All Seasons; license #86-79; www.BHGRealEstateAuction. com; 763/300-5055 (MCAN)
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JUST FOR FUN
2 bedroom apartment in Harmony. Appliances furnished, no pets. $400 per month. 507-452-6178. r13tfn-o
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Saturday, July 23 8am-5pm
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Bring your own Bucket for popcorn every day & save! www.jemmovies.com • 507-886-7469
THANKS to everyone who helped clean away the trees and branches after the storm. We are so grateful to all of you. Stanley and Margaret Chiglo t11- o
no Waiting List!
Are yOu AT LeAST 62 yeArS Or BeTTer, hAnDiCAppeD Or DiSABLeD?
ANtiqueS: Dry sink pine wainsoting • Wainscoting wood box Wardrobe • Pie Cupboard • Oak roll top desk Oak dining room table w/ 4 leaves • Oak drop leaf table Small walnut table w/ drawer • Oak pantry table Asst. pressed back chairs • 6 - Pressed back cane seat chairs Sm Windsor rocker • Organ stool • Wooden bed • Jenny Lind bed Oak cut down Gentleman’s dresser • Commode w/towel bar • Commode 4 -Parlor tables • 2 - School desks • Fern stands • Wooden ironing board Pink depression • Fire King glassware • Glass butter churn-mint Asst. gray crockery • Gray granite coffee pots Lg collection cream/green enamelware • Wash board Stoneware mixing bowls • Linens Dickens village collection • Love seat Winged back recliner • Sofa sleeper ...and much more!
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• 4 Bedrooms on one level • 1.5 Bath • 0.26 acre lot • 9’ ceilings • Main floor laundry • Updated windows • Steel siding • New roof, furnace, water heater & disposal • Hardwood floors • Well-maintained • Great location
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NEW LISTING
418 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD
$169,900
SATURDAY, JULY 16TH LOADED WITH TONS OF POTENTIAL!
• 2 Bedrooms • Built in 2006 •1179 sq. ft. • Paneled doors • Wheelchair accessible • No steps • Custom Cabinetry • Quality throughout • Maintenance-free exterior • Deck • Finished attached garage • Appliances
SPACIOUS & CONVENIENTLY LOCATED
$334,900
1515 AMCO DR SE, CHATFIELD
#4071346
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BEAUTIFUL TURN OF THE CENTURY HOME 1.10 ACRES
REDUCED 10K
$129,900 526 1ST ST, FOUNTAIN
WELL BUILT & EFFICIENT WALKOUT RANCH
#4068878
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage (880 sq. ft.) • 3,748 sq. ft. • Original trim • Built-ins • 9’ Ceilings • Hardwood floors • Leaded/Stained windows • Updated windows & roof • Tons of potential
$199,900
222 WESTSIDE LANE, FOUNTAIN
#4071993
• 3 Bedroom • 3 Bath • 3,038 sq. ft. • Main floor living • Master suite with ceramic tile shower & WI closet • Fully finished • Icynene insulation • Quality windows • Steel siding • Deck • Patio • Granite countertops • Large lot on dead end backing up to City Park
www.timdanielson.com
$359,900 2053 VALLEY VIEW LANE NE, CHATFIELD #4066480
• 4 Bedrooms • 4 baths • 3 Car Garage • 5,415 sq. ft. • Main floor master suite & laundry • Granite countertops • Custom cabinetry, upgraded trim, fireplace, sunroom • 3 Finished levels • Private yard • Close in on paved road • New backsplash, flooring, roof, furnace, water softener
BEAUTIFUL SETTING WITH GORGEOUS VIEWS
UPDATED RANCH NEW LISTING
$119,900
12405 COUNTY 15, HARMONY
#4072126
• 3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2,800 sq. ft. • Blacktop Road • Hardwood floors • Ceramic tile • Hot tub • Zone heating • Porch • Pole shed (39’ x 42’) • Horses/Cattle welcome • Approximately 2.5 acres of available pasture/tillable
$99,900
313 MAIN STREET, FOUNTAIN
#4072689
• 2 Bedroom • Remodeled bath • Garage • Permanent siding • New textured ceilings • Newer roof, windows & doors, • Tastefully decorated • Expand in lower level • Appliances • Deck • Storage shed • Kennel • Private backyard • Choice of Schools
LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE LANESBORO – New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $99,900 $87,900 LANESBORO - NEW LISTING - Possible of multiple building sites on 38.27 acres in Carrolton Township. Wooded with fenced pasture & pond. Excellent hunting, close to fishing, canoeing & biking. #4072422 $119,900 CHATFIELD – Commercial lot FINGERSON & DONAHOE FIRST SUBDIVISION - CHATFIELD offering 0.85 acres, city utilities, ONLY 2 LOTS level, 311 feet of Hwy 30 frontREMAINING age, ready to build & only couple blocks off Hwy 52. #4062958 • $37,900 - $39,900 $89,900 • 0.31 acres - 0.42 acres SE
• 3 Bedrooms plus den • 2 Baths • 2 Car
• 4 Bedrooms plus den • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage, 3,180 sq. ft. • Hardwood floors • Original wood work & built-ins • 9’ Ceilings • Leaded windows • Fireplace • Permanent siding • Unfinished walk-up attic • Could be made into duplex
#4068237
• 3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3,384 sq. ft. • 0.20 acre lot • Fireplace • Wood floors • Partially finished LL • Possible rental on 2nd floor ($525/month) • Purchase Garage/outbuilding separate
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• 5 Bedrooms • 4 Baths,• 3 Car heated garage * 3,522 sq. ft., • Wood floors • Ceramic tile • Fireplace • Private Master w/ceramic shower • 2nd floor laundry • Main level office • Custom cabinets • 3 finished levels * Walkout Lower level w/in floor heat •Patio • Mud room
$89,900
160 1ST STREET NW, HARMONY
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502 MARGARET ST NE, CHATFIELD
$59,900 209 WASHINGTON ST NW, PRESTON #4071991
#4072386
CUSTOM HOME IN GREAT LOCATION GRANITE TOPS
NEW LISTING
$119,900 #4072367 249 SILVER ST SOUTH, WYKOFF
$325,000
• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 5,388 sq. ft. • 3 Car garage • Original woodwork • Elaborate craftsmanship • 10’ ceilings • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage (26’ x 38’) • Double staircases • Pocket doors • Ash/Maple/Oak floors • Original Charm • Hardwood floors • 9’ Ceilings • Remodeled kitchen with granite tops & butler pantry • Remodeled kitchen • Newer windows & flooring • Sunroom • Private 0.57 acre lot • Heated workshop • Finished walk up attic • Large corner lot • 2 Covered porches • “Milo White House” (Hazelwood) on the National Register
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346 MAIN ST NORTH, CHATFIELD
122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD
#4072595
6.4O ACRES
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ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANNE
BRAND NEW – OPEN FLOOR PLAN
COMFORTABLE ONE-LEVEL LIVING
www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 867-9100 Cell: 259-9110
ELCOR Realty Co.
$124,900 #4071627
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BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED 2-STORY
NEW LISTING
708 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD
To list your Auction 507-765-2151
FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900
• Covenant Controlled • Close to Elementary School • Close to Golf Course
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• 4 Bedroom • 2,478 sq. ft. • 0.25 Acre lot • Kitchen, Bath, Laundry remodeled in 2003 • Newer roof, windows, doors, vinyl siding, CA • Main floor living • Short walk to downtown/school
ONLINE AUCTIONS Through Sun., July 10 at 5:30pm - Motorcycles, lumber, piano, coins, sporting goods and more! DARR online auction. For more info and complete listing, DARR Auctions & Realty 800-852-0010 or www.darrauctions.com. Listing in Journal.
If thIs Is what you’re lookIng for, look no further. 507-867-4791 or just come and visit us at Lakewood Apartments, 420 Bench Street, Chatfield, MN 55923
NEW PRICE
#4065628
Sat., July 9 at 9am - Furniture, antiques, tools, bicycle & bicycles parts, two estates and two parties downsizing. Large assortment of hand carved wood toys. For more info call Dick, 507346-2183 or 7834. Listing in the Journal. Sat., July 9 at 11am - Horses, ponies, cattle, goats, sheep, rabbits, (absolutely NO DOGS) A load of Chupp Tack. For more information contact Dan Yoder, Orla Yoder, Rudy Gingerich, Levi Troyer, or Tony Patzner, 507-206-1427. Listing in the Journal. Thurs., August 25 at 9:30am - Tractors, combines, hay and forage equipment, farm related items. For more info call Gehling Auction Co. 1-800-770-0347. Listing in the Journal.
• Community Room with Big Screen TV and Kitchen • Elevator • Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartments with appliances • Close to City Library, Churches, Downtown and Medical Center
SAME OWNER FOR THE PAST 58 YEARS
$109,900
AUCTION CALENDAR
Lakewood Apartments located in beautiful downtown Chatfield, Mn
• Rent based on income (30%) • Clean, safe, quiet and friendly environment • Off-street Parking and on-site laundry • Heat paid • Pets welcome
UPDATES GALORE!
7 AVE B NE, CHATFIELD
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Spring iS here! Time to get your MOVe on!
Patty Vatland 42972 104th Street Mabel, MN 55954
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Friday, Saturday, & Sunday July 15th, 16th, 17th......7:30pm
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
Household Estate Sale Friday, July 22 4-8pm
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Tickets ~ $5 Adult • $4 Kids & Seniors
Sleeping room to share in a private home while in Fillmore County. 763509-0645. w11- x
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STATE OF MINNESOTA DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF FILLMORE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case Type: Quiet Title Court File No. 23-CV-16-424 SUMMONS Monica G. Griffin, as Trustee of the Monica G. Griffin Trust, dated March 21, 2011, Plaintiff, v. Edward L. Knutson and the Estate of Edward L. Knutson, Ione Hallum, Debra Kiviaho, Gary L. Bailey, Jennifer Holmes, Daniel Bailey, Larry Bailey, Merle Knutson, and all successors and assigns; Also the unknown heirs of the aforesaid persons, and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint, subject to any easements of record. Defendants. THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT. 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: Novotny Law Office, Ltd., 1225 Highway 52 South, Chatfield, Minnesota 55923. 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 you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have 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 to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota: All that part of the SW ¼ of the NE ¼ of Section 35, Township 104 North, Range 10 West, which lies South of the centerline of the Root River, in Fillmore County, Minnesota. 8. The object of this action is to determine that the defendants have no right, title, estate, interest or lien in or on the above described real estate.
NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR ELECTION TO THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2198 (Fillmore Central Schools) STATE OF MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the period of filing affidavits of candidacy for the office of school board member of Independent School District No. 2198 shall begin on August 2, 2016, and shall close at 4:00 o’clock p.m. on August 16, 2016. The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. At that election, three members will be elected to the School Board for terms of four (4) years each. (Will serve until January 1, 2021.) Affidavits of Candidacy are available from the school district clerk, Fillmore Central District Office, Box 50, Preston, MN 55965. The filing fee for this office is $2. A candidate for this office must be an eligible voter, must be 21 years of age or more on assuming office, must have been a resident of the school district from which the candidate seeks election for thirty (30) days before the general election, and must have no other affidavit on file for any other office at the same general election. The affidavits of candidacy must be filed in the office of the school district clerk and the filing fee paid prior to 4:00 o’clock p.m. on August 16, 2016.
ises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on February 27, 2017, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.”
Dated: June 29, 2016 NOVOTNY LAW OFFICE, LTD. /s/ Lee Novotny Lee M. Novotny (#0389227) Novotny Law Office, Ltd. 1225 Highway 52 South Chatfield, Minnesota 55923 (507) 269-9918 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF Publish 4,11,18
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Dated: 6/28/2016 BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD /s/ James Love School District Clerk #2198 Publish 11 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: August 24, 2004 MORTGAGOR: Chad W Pruter and Michele L Pruter, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 7, 2004 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 341763. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Ameriquest Mortgage Company. Dated August 30, 2004 Recorded June 6, 2012, as Document No. 389160. And thereafter assigned to: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Dated August 30, 2004 Recorded May 1, 2006, as Document No. 352459. And thereafter assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association as Trustee, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2004-HE11. Dated November 20, 2013 Recorded November 22, 2013, as Document No. 397105. TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1112 Broadway Avenue South, Spring Valley, MN 55975 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 360168050 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Commencing at a point 28 rods West and 3 rods and 21 links North of the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter in Section 33, Township 103 North, Range 13 West, thence 181.5 feet, thence North 99 feet, thence East 181.5 feet; thence South 99 feet to place of beginning, Fillmore County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $153,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $224,603.26 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: August 25, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said prem-
Dated: June 21, 2016 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 38 - 15-004309 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 11,18,25,1,8,15
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330Case North MaiN • harMoNy, MN •www.hammellequipment.com 507-886-2255 IH Maxxum Series tractors combine efficient power with operator convenience to make loader and hay work more productive with 90 to 120 PTO horsepower. Case IH Puma Series tractors offer big 713 MaiN Street NW • Chatfield, • CVT 507-867-4910 tractor performance with mid-size versatility. Ranging from 105 to 195 MN PTO hp with transmissions, CNH Capital and Case IH are registered trademarks of CNH America LLC. www.caseih.com
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they have the horsepower to handle both livestock and row crop tasks in mixed farm operations. Plus the new Case IH SCR engine technology brings a new level of fuel efficiency to your operation. CNH Capital and Case IH are registered trademarks of CNH America LLC. www.caseih.com
CNH Capital and Case IH are registered trademarks of CNH America LLC. www.caseih.com
Case IH Maxxum Series tractors combine efficient power with operator convenience to make loader and hay work more productive with 90 to 120 PTO horsepower. Case IH Puma Series tractors offer big tractor performance with mid-size versatility. Ranging from 105 to 195 PTO hp with CVT transmissions,