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There’s a new Sheriff in town

Well, not yet. But, there will be. With Fillmore County Sheriff Daryl Jensen scheduling his retirement for the near future, his last day on the job will be January 5, 2015. On that day, a new Sheriff will be sworn in to office for Fillmore County. And, the voters of Fillmore County will elect that Sheriff on election day on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. The Fillmore County Journal sat down with both candidates for interviews, asking each candidate the same questions to share their answers with readers. By Jason Sethre, jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Tom Kaase Q & A How is he managing his campaign? Answer: He plans on making a lot of personal contact, going door-to-door, participating in parades, and meeting with different groups or agencies to answer questions. He wants for people to know that he has “always been Tom Kaase available to the public,” and he looks forward to working in the capacity as the Fillmore County Sheriff. Why is he running for Fillmore County Sheriff? Answer: Kaase is running for Sheriff because it is being vacated. And, with 30 years of law enforcement experience, he feels that his training, leadership, and advancement opportunities make him best suited to take over as Fillmore County Sheriff. What is his vision for the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department? Answer: He’d want to maintain the professionalism established by all previous Sheriffs. “They’ve all been leaders.” Kaase said he’d “want to continue that and hopefully enhance that.” He shared a story about when he worked at the Preston IGA when Vern Dahl

owned it, and Vern told him, “I will show you everything I know, and you should be able to take those ideas and make them better with what you know.” Kaase said that he recognizes that he has tough shoes to fill. How would he improve the Fillmore County Sheriff ’s Department? Answer: With his experience, he focuses on collaborative efforts at the Rochester Police Department. And, he emphasized that they strive to focus on the symptoms of problems, such as behavior caused by substance abuse or mental health issues. With his Crisis Intervention Training, he works on helping officers improve communication skills with people they come in contact with while on duty. He is also an advocate

Brian Miner Q & A How is he managing his campaign? Answer: Miner said, “It’s been going good for me. Going to parades and various events like Dairy Night on the Farm.” He has a lot of help from his family and friends. And, Miner has met with current Sheriff Daryl Jensen Brian Miner to answer questions about the position. He plans on doing some “meet and greets,” service club presentations, door-to-door, and he’ll be at the Fillmore County Fair

“At this time, I won’t be endorsing a candidate for Sheriff.” - Sheriff Daryl Jensen for transparency, the same way he has operated as a county commissioner for six years. And, he wants people to know that the “success of the department doesn’t depend on one person; it depends on the entire staff at the Sheriff’s office.” While Kaase got his start

talking with people all week. Why is he running for Fillmore County Sheriff? Answer: He has a few different reasons. First, it’s a good opportunity for him and he is confident in his abilities. Second, he feels that he has invested 19 years of his time, efforts and See TOM KAASE Page 2  resources in the department,

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and vice versa, the department has made an investment in him. Third, he cares, which he feels is the most important reason. He believes in making progress, and he wants to make sure that the department strives to provide the best service to the public. What is his vision for the Fillmore County Sheriff ’s Department? Answer: Miner said he is probably a little biased, but he thinks they have a great team right now. “In the past five years, we’ve had a lot of technology changes, a new policy manual, upgraded radios and communications system, and a new records management system.” He would want to focus his efforts on sharing more information and education to staff and the public -- striving to be proactive along with reactive. And, Miner said he’d like to focus on more training to prepare for incidents that might occur, such as active shooter and Internet-related crimes. How would he improve the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department? Answer: He would seek to use the records management system for all that it has to offer the department. And, he feels the Sheriff needs to attend emergency service meetings such

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The Wykoff City Council met on Tuesday, July 8 with a full audience in attendance. With standing room only, the council wasted no time approving a new council member to fill the seat left open when Protem Mayor Jeremy Comstock was put into office at a special meeting held on June 18, 2014. There were four applications turned in to fill the vacant council seat: Tim Grabau, Brody Mensink, Gerald Jacobsen and Tim Zwart. Council members reviewed the applications and noted two applicants were previous council members. Councilman Vreeman made a motion to appoint Tim Grabau and it was noted within the council Grabau had served a term prior at the start of the sewer plant discussions. Protem Mayor Jeremy Comstock asked for a second on three occasions and one was not given so the motion was ceased. Councilman Mitch Grabau made a motion to appoint Gerald Jacobsen to the vacant seat, citing Jacobson had ran for the appointment in the previous election and wanted it then. Councilman Vreeman seconded the motion, it passed 2-1 with Councilwoman Larson opposing. Gerald Jacobson was present and called to the council table where he recited an oath and signed paperwork and then took his new seat. Mayor Comstock asked Councilman Vreeman to be the Mayor Protem until the end of his term. Councilman Vreeman accepted. Fire Chief, Wade Baker, See WYKOFF Page 12 

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at the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department, and he has been at the Rochester Police Department for the majority of his career, he has stayed close to the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department as a county commissioner. He has sat on committees and task forces pertaining to facility operations, and he feels he has stayed connected with the department throughout years of change and decisions that have been made. He sat on the Southeast Regional Radio Board and State Radio Board throughout the upgrade in radio communications over the past few years. Kaase also serves on the Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee. He was the first D.A.R.E. officer of Fillmore County, designing and implementing the program years ago. He would also like to get more citizen input with review groups, believing that the department needs more outside involve-

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ment and insight. How would he possibly change the organizational structure of the department? Answer: Kaase feels the current organizational structure is workable. However, he would consider reallocating resources to add a school liason or school resource officer that spends more time in the schools connecting with students and teachers. He would also look into revisiting the idea of having a K-9 unit for the department. And, he feels that there needs to be a greater training and equipment investment in the department so that they don’t need to rely upon the Rochester Police Department Emergency Response Unit. When they’ve had to get support for the ERU, it can take up to two hours before they arrive. Kaase feels that sensitive, urgent situations may not allow for enough time for ERU to show up and provide support. He also feels that with Destination Medical Center generating expansion in our region, the Fillmore Coun-

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ty Sheriff’s Department will be affected by the growth in some ways, as well. “We need to plan for the future,” he said. How does he feel about the current facilities? Answer: “While the department and facility is currently under the state guidelines, we have to figure out what we are going to do in the future,” shared Kaase. He feels we need to do some cost analysis and look at the whole picture before we make any decisions about our facilities for the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department. What are his political views? Answer: “Conservative. My actions and decisions as a Fillmore County commissioner have shown that.” How accessible will he be as the Sheriff? Answer: “Very accessible, not only to citizens but to staff.” He said he’s shown that as a commissioner, making his personal e-mail and cell phone available to the public. In addition, he attends annual township meetings to keep

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in contact. “When citizens want to meet, I’ve personally gone and met with them.” He believes that people want to see the Sheriff out in the community. What will he consider as his measurable successes as Sheriff? Answer: “Improved transparency.” He wants to share more information with the public and build upon the department’s new record management system -which he says is superior to what they have in the Rochester Police Department. And, while he will be focused on reducing crimes that are drug-related, property theft and burglary, assaults, child abuse, human trafficking and exploitation, he feels the record management system will help give the department and the public a clear look at the operations and its efficiencies. How does he feel about allowing guns in schools to help protect faculty and children from potential threats? Answer: “No. How many times do we hear of a person that has

a gun to defend themself, and it gets used on them by the perpetrator?” Instead, Kaase feels that a school liason or school resource officer would be the better alternative. He feels that regular citizens lack the training and education that police officers receive to prepare them for the stressful, split-decision situations that can occur while on duty. Is there a drug problem in Fillmore County? Answer: “Yes. It is indisputable to say that we don’t have kids using drugs in our schools. And, county-wide we have citizens and visitors using and abusing drugs. We don’t like to think we have a drug problem in our small communities, but we do.” As he referenced that he was the first coordinator of the D.A.R.E. program in Fillmore County, Kaase would strive to work closer with the schools. And, while Fillmore Central does not currently participate in the D.A.R.E. program, he would make it a goal to get them involved, as well.

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as local fire department and ambulance department meetings in order to get feedback for improvements. Miner also feels that with multiple services like police, fire and ambulance, knowing the role of each department at the scene of an accident would be helpful to all involved. How would he possibly change the organizational structure of the department? Answer: There is no need for any change at this time. “I think we’re set. We have a good structure.” If he were to add a position, he would consider creating a crime prevention officer for the department. He’d like to see the department work with Facebook and the media to help them protect themselves with as much information as possible. How does he feel about the current facilities?

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Answer: “It is an aging facility, and it wasn’t built for the technology we have today.” With 26 beds in the jail, Miner said they operate at about 50 percent occupancy. He said that we really need to discuss how long we are going to stay in that facility and explore all options. What are his political views? Answer: “I don’t claim to be a Democrat, Republican or Independent.” He tries to listen to the candidates from various parties and filter out the fluff. He has voted for all three parties depending on each election and his candidate choices. How accessible will he be as the Sheriff? Answer: “As a public official, I would certainly be accessible.” What will he consider as his measurable successes as Sheriff? Answer: He would like to conduct more Sheriff’s academies like they did a couple years ago, because it created

more public awareness for participating citizens. “It helped participants see what we do, why we do it, and how we do it.” He’d also like to see the department randomly call those they’ve assisted and ask for feedback on how they’ve handled situations. How does he feel about allowing guns in schools to help protect faculty and students from potential threats? Answer: “I certainly wouldn’t be against it if the school board and the community felt it was needed.” The issue, he felt, would be training and experience. “These circumstances in which you are caught off guard are very stressful.” Miner said that those individuals carrying a gun in the school to protect faculty and students may be the first target of a potential threat. They would definitely need law enforcement training or a military background. And, a gun doesn’t do much help if it is secured in a safe. With

limited time to respond, the school-authorized individual would probably need to carry the gun on them. “Would this person be trained to handle the stress if something happened?” Is there a drug problem in Fillmore County? Answer: “Meth has made a comeback in this area. Heroin

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is hitting surrounding counties pretty hard. Not sure if it is a large scale problem in Fillmore County, yet.” Regarding drugs in schools, Miner said he is not aware of any specific drug problems. He would like to see the use of K-9 units in schools throughout the county.

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C ommentary Tilting at windmills and blowing smoke; can liberals keep fooling the voters? By Jeff Erding Given the current political situation, no one can envy the position of the liberals and secular progressives in America. New and more serious problems and scandals seem to pop up every day, most of them not at all favorable to the Obama Ad m i n i s t r a - Jeff Erding tion. One would think support for Mr. Obama and his destructive policies would be swirling down the drain with a speed exceeding that of any power flush toilet, but although cracks in the dam of public opinion are starting to widen, hard core liberals from top to bottom have shown a remarkable proclivity to circle the wagons and fight off conservative criticisms. You gotta admire that kind of tenacity! I’m writing this on the morning of June 27 as the rainy weather is preventing any outside work in the woods or on the farm. Recent events of grave importance are unfolding in the world and America. The radical terrorist group ISIS, composed of bloodthirsty Sunni Islamic militants, has conquered huge sections of Iraq and is setting up the most dangerous terrorist state in the world. This situation, which has turned the entire Middle East from a troubled region into a powder keg that threatens the existence of the free world, is the direct result of terribly misguided military and foreign policy decisions by the Obama Regime including the self proclaimed financially challenged Hillary Clinton. [ We were broke when Bill left office.] A similar meltdown in Afghanistan seems inevitable. Vladimir Putin is thumbing his nose at President Obama as Russia continues depredations in eastern Editorial Cartoon

Europe, not in the least concerned with retaliation by our feckless executive branch or the impotent John Kerry. Despite ample proof he was informed prior to his inauguration in 2008, Mr. Obama pretended he knew nothing about the tragic problems in the VA healthcare system. Recent revelations surfaced that key documentation was unaccountably lost in the investigation of the IRS and its blatant persecution of conservative groups. (It was all accidental. Not a shred of a smidgen of wrong doing or illegal activity, according to our Chief Executive and his lap dog Attorney General.) Foreign illegal children by the thousands are flooding our southern tier of states, overwhelming the ability of our system to cope and adding untold millions to state and federal budgets already drowning in red ink. I know these unfortunate people need help, but there has to be a better way. Who can the U.S.A. help when we become a bankrupt nation ourselves? Can we just keep printing more money forever? What happens when that bubble bursts? All these things and more, and what stories do the main stream media choose to pursue today ? The lead story on NBC: The U.S. soccer team advances to the “knock out round” despite a loss to Germany. Stormy weather and flooding in many areas of the country. (Evil carbon emissions, you know!) The courageous efforts of a former Olympic swimmer to walk again after she was badly injured in a car accident. President Obama in Minnesota patting Democrats on the back for hiking the minimum wage and raising money for the campaign coffers of his liberal supporters. {Uh, Mr. President, aren’t there a few things going on in Washington that could use your attention?}

All the other mainstream networks? The same pattern. Like I said, you gotta admire these libs. Deny, Deny, Deny. Grab onto something for a distraction and let the public forget about anything negative. Link elbows and keep telling the voters what a great job the Obama Administration is doing and everything is gonna be just fine. If someone or something creates a distraction that can be used to take attention away from the real issues, exploit it to the maximum! Don’t waste a crisis no matter how trivial or inconsequential. Lee Hamilton, Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University and former U.S. Representative, recently published an article calling our attention to the serious consequences America faces resulting from the failure of the mainstream media to give accurate and complete coverage to the actions of our elected and appointed officials. What we need, according to Mr. Hamilton, is less entertainment and more serious, fact based reporting on the events and circumstances that affect us and our nation. Because so many forces try to block or distort the flow of correct information to the public, the importance of the press to inform us cannot be overstated. “This is why the press,” states Hamilton, “is so crucial to our country’s health. In an ideal world, our media would focus on the serious side of the news. It would explore and highlight the substance of issues, not simply the politics. It would detail the facts underlying a story rather than dwelling on personalities.” What role should the press play in protecting citizens from abuses by the government? “Make no mistake,” states Hamilton, “we need maximum oversight…if we are to be certain that misdeeds cannot hide in the darker corners of government. All of us rely on

the press to check abuses and see the laws are properly implemented, hold officials accountable, and tell those officials when their policies and operations are failing or going astray.” To this, Mr. Hamilton, please accept a loud and heartfelt “AMEN” from this corner! Somewhat like the brave but near-sighted Don Quixote in the classic stage musical Man Of Lamancha, who took lance in hand and mounted his spirited charger [actually a burro] to do battle with an evil enemy, only to find he had misidentified a windmill for an enemy combatant, the liberal, secular progressive media searches for easy marks they can attack even though the results mean little or nothing. But unlike the brave and well intentioned Don Quixote, they are neither blind or unaware of the consequences of their actions. Coldly calculating, they are seeking to confuse, distract, and deflect the criticism the politicians they support so richly deserve. Instead of performing their duty and reporting accurately on the events and situations of importance, the main stream media conspires to whitewash or distort anything that would tarnish the image of their liberal deities. Blowing Smoke and Tilting at Windmills, these liberal lackeys consistently refuse to perform the task America so badly needs: that of reporting the facts as they are, not as liberals would like them to be. What about our elected officials? With all the scandals and blatant illegal activity going on in Washington, what topics most concern the Democratic leadership in Congress? Dismissing all the serious issues as “Partisan politics,” they choose to issue a scathing

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criticism of the ownership of the Washington Redskins for refusing to change their mascot!! The Justice Department, blind to abuses of the law within the IRS, Immigration, the NSA, and the Veterans Administration, instead announces with righteous indignation their disgust with the Boy Scouts of America for their refusal to allow openly gay leaders and their intention to file federal suit and force a change in the Scouts bylaws. Mr. Obama himself, apparently having forgotten his public announcement that the guilty parties in the IRS scandal would be identified and punished severely, called the whole thing a fabrication this week in spite of revelations of egregious illegal activities at the highest levels of management of the Department! When it comes to Blowing Smoke and Tilting at Windmills, the Obama Regime has no peers. This pattern of behavior by libSee ERDING Page 5 

Correction In the July 7, edition of the Fillmore County Journal there were a few errors in the New owners at The Gateway in Wykoff article. Their Friday night fish fry includes fish, shrimp, and ribs. They no longer do chicken drummies on Friday night. And the hours for the Friday night fish fry are from 5-9 p.m. Also, the taco bar is the second Thursday in the afternoon during lunch, but they will be doing one in the evening on the 4th Thursday of the month.

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erals is by no means restricted to the national level. The first week of May, we were privileged to read in the FCJ a condemnation of Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy as it pertained to a grazing rights dispute with the federal government. It is a complicated case with some evidence both in support of and against Bundy. It seemed to me some issues needed to be sorted out before a clear picture emerged of who was at fault. The author, however entertained no such doubts. We are a NATION OF LAWS she said. Bundy and his ilk are nothing more than radical anarchists who defy the authority of government and should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. We are nothing, she stated, without law. No need to wait until all the facts come out. Bundy is guilty. This, fellow readers, is a classic case of “Tilting At Windmills” to create a distraction. As though rancher Bundy and a few beef cows in Nevada create some major crisis justifying calling out the National Guard.

Government this week •Monday, July 14, Whalan City Council Meeting, 5pm, City Hall. •Monday, July 14, Spring Valley City Council Meeting, 6pm, City Hall. •Monday, July 14, City of Rushford City Council Meeting, 6:30pm, City Hall. •Monday, July 14, Chatfield City Council Meeting, 7pm, City Hall. •Monday, July 14, Wykoff City Council Meeting, 7pm, City Hall. •Monday, July 14, Houston City Council Meeting, 7:30pm, City Hall. •Tuesday, July 15, Houston School Board Meeting, 5:30pm. •Tuesday, July 15, Rushford Village City Council Meeting, 7pm, Community Center. •Tuesday, July 15, MabelCanton School Board Meeting, 7pm. •Thursday, July 17, Lanesboro School Board Meeting, 7pm. •Monday, July 21, RushfordPeterson School Board Meeting, 5:30pm, Rushford Computer Room. •Monday, July 21, Preston City Council Meeting, 6pm, Council Chambers. •Monday, July 21, Kingsland School Board Meeting, 6:30pm. •Monday, July 21, Chatfield School Board Meeting, 7pm, High School Media Center. Schedule subject to change.

Maybe in her next submission, the same writer can explain the refusal of the Obama Justice Department to enforce immigration laws, or the refusal to prosecute law breakers in the “Fast and Furious” gun running scandal. Or the refusal to investigate law breakers in the IRS scandal. In a nation of laws, even the high and mighty must be held accountable, must they not? A short time later, we learned of a controversial prisoner exchange that freed a former military officer from the United States. The problem many people had with the situation was two-fold; first, the American was classified as a deserter and was being accused by some former fellow soldiers of treason by way of collaborating with the enemy. Second, the deal freed five extremely dangerous Islamic militants who could potentially cause great harm to Americans both in America and abroad. In the midst of a firestorm of criticism over this terribly misguided action by the Obama administration, a plea for patience was published in the Bluff Country Reader. Don’t jump to conclusions, the liberal writer

implored. There are things about this case we don’t yet know that will justify the deal. Wait until all the facts come out and we will see what a wise move was made by the diplomatic geniuses in the Obama Administration. A classic case of “Blowing Smoke.” If there are mitigating circumstances, we sure have not learned about them. Pardon me if I don’t hold my breath until we do. The June 20 FCJ contained another dandy example, this one a real classic of both “Tilting at Windmills” and “Blowing Smoke.” The writer described the blissful experience of attending the State Democratic Convention, bemoaning the fact that only the unfortunate 2010 election has kept Mr. Obama from turning America into a bona-fide 5-star Utopia. Detroit, Chicago, Los Angeles, and the states of Illinois, California, and several others are all controlled by liberals and are broke, but the writer chose not to mention that fact. She went on to state the Democrats in Minnesota (I didn’t know all the Republicans and Independents had been eliminated from

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positions in the legislature. Who knew?) had turned a $600 million deficit into a $1.2 billion surplus while at the same time increasing services , increasing funding to schools by $23 million, and cutting property and income taxes! Holy cow! Why on earth would anyone ever vote for a conservative candidate when the Democrats can work that kind of magic? If only it were remotely true. For this submission, I hereby award to the author the first “Smoke Blower of the Month” award for June 2014. But she didn’t stop there. Not satisfied with a mere smoke blowing session, she doubled down by going after the NRA and Wayne LaPierre. Tilting at windmills? You bet. The NRA poses zero threat to decent citizens in this country. Now if you are a criminal or a violent law breaker, I can see why you dislike NRA. She did not really specify her beef, but one must assume she is disgusted with the stubborn refusal of the NRA to surrender the Second Amendment rights of the law abiding citizens of America. If someone could kindly explain

how the condition of citizens in America would be improved by stripping law abiding citizens of arms, I would be much obliged. Until then, I plan to fight to keep my guns, thank you very much. And no, the author of this piece will not win a double award by getting the “Tilting at Windmills” award for June. She was not specific enough in her accusations. Since the awards were just invented, the “Tilting” award this time goes to the person who went after Cliven Bundy last May. In conclusion folks, please try to see through the hype. As voters, we need to be persuaded by facts and results, not distractions and double talk. Now that you are aware of the conspiracy perpetrated by the main stream media and their local loyal assistants, watch for, recognize, and don’t be fooled by all the “Smoke Blowing” and “Tilting at Windmills.” Our country faces many serious issues and threats, and it sure ain’t the Boy Scouts, Cliven Bundy, or the mascot of the Washington Redskins! Well informed and patriotic voters are the only thing that can save America!! God Bless, Jeff. know of one person who said “If that is what I have to pay for health insurance, I will go without”...another uninsured person. What I find interesting is that I don’t find anyone complaining in the letters to the editor about how the coverage has changed if he/she is on Medicare. The only thing people want to talk about is how much money they have saved because someone else is paying part, or all, of their premium. Do you really feel this is right? Has anyone ever thought of doing something to lower premiums so that more people can afford coverage? bornness prevailed as Governor Dayton and the legislative majority insisted on maintaining the status quo. Pieper supports Obamacare in Minnesota as is, without changes. This means he also has no problem with many Fillmore and Houston county residents paying more than double than they were last year for similar health care coverage; supports wastefully spending hundreds of millions of your tax dollars on a failing website; is OK with 280,000 Minnesotans losing their previous insurance or their doctor; and apparently thinks having 16,000 lowincome people in limbo with their health insurance is just a minor inconvenience. Despite what Pieper says, I’ve always supported affordable health insurance, and I believe we can do better. Greg Davids Printed with Soy MN ink Preston,

By Dale J. Eppen The Affordable Care Act, the Democrats say one thing and the Republicans say another, so what is the truth? As a health insurance sales person for 38 years I have read editorial after editorial, and Dale Eppen all I read is pooled ignorance. For example, in one of the last editorials the

writer claimed insurance companies could drop people. This has never been legal in Minnesota since I have been in business. He also claimed that loss ratios for insurance companies were new; they have been law in Minnesota for years. Let’s look at MNsure. They claim to have insured 264,500 people as of June 30. Have they really? They have only placed 52,233 in an insurance plan. These are their figures not mine. The balance has been placed on government programs.

As an insurance agent certified to sell through MNsure, let me tell you my experience. I have taken about 50 families through MNsure. Forty two families that already had coverage are now on a MNsure insurance program. One uninsured person also got a MNsure insurance program. This person has since dropped his plan and is now uninsured again. Seven are now through a government program. Three of these families that had insurance dropped their plans to go on a government program. The rest had no insurance and they should have been on a government program any way. I also

Time to ‘Pay it forward’... To the Editor, Thanks to Karen Reisner for an excellent op-ed, “Time to ‘Pay It Forward,’” I agree with everything she says about climate change, but I believe there is a better way to take action than EPA regulations: A revenue-neutral carbon pollution fee paid by fossil fuels directly to consumers. The carbon pollution fee would increase annually, making fossil fuels more and more expensive than solar and wind energy. People switch. The market, not government regulations, makes much bigger and faster carbon emission cuts than the EPA with no economic downside, A new REMI economic report projects it will create 2.8 million net jobs and will add $75-80 billion annually to GDP. The carbon fee would also also be placed on imports from carbon polluters like China, forcing them to cut emissions to compete. Americans would get that money too, making U.S. products more affordable

for them. This plan is a win-win, supported by most economists, including eight Nobel Prize winners. The Citizens Climate Lobby website has more information on the plan. Reagan’s Secretary of State, George Shultz is on the CCL advisory board. Meanwhile, the new Risky Business report, backed by GW Bush’s secretary of the Treasury, Henry Paulson, projects the crushing future economic cost of further delaying significant carbon emissions cuts; And The National Review has just called for a Republican strategy to address global warming. So, perhaps the time has come when climate change can finally be dealt with on a non-partisan basis. All we lack is the political will to make this happen. Congress needs to hear from their constituents from both parties who want real solutions to climate change. Lynn Goldfarb Lancaster, PA

Letter about Pieper blast To the Editor, On the day Jon Pieper blasted me for my Obamacare opposition, it was announced that more “errors” caused 16,000 low-income Minnesotans to lose their health insurance. Think about that. For months these folks may have avoided the doctor because they didn’t know if they had coverage. Some who did seek medical care have now accrued significant financial debt – debt they cannot afford – and still may face federal financial penalties because their health insurance is in doubt. And I’m supposed to sit back and watch this cruelty? Throughout the creation and implementation of MNsure, I’ve offered and supported solutions that could have made our version of Obamacare more bearable. One of those would have assisted people – like these 16,000 – who were unable to acquire insurance before the IRS deadline. Instead, stub-

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Obituaries Juliet Alvera Campbell Juliet Alvera Campbell, 91, of Lanesboro, Minn., died Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at Mayo Clinic Hospital - St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minn. Juliet was born August 18, 1922 on the family farm in Car- Juliet Alvera rollton TownCampbell ship, rural Lanesboro to Jennie Otilda Bradley and Alfred Theodore Olson. She attended country school in Clear Grit through the 8th grade. She then attended Lanesboro High School and completed the 10th grade. On August 27, 1941 she married Carmen Campbell at Bethlehem Lutheran Church parsonage in Lanesboro. She worked

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as a Housekeeping Supervisor at Mounds Park Hospital in St. Paul, Minn. until her retirement. Juliet was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and WELCA. She enjoyed crocheting and embroidering. She always looked forward to spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She and her husband worked tirelessly to save their resources and travel. They enjoyed many trips with their family and later as a couple. They shared many special moments at their condo in Laguna Beach, Calif. and cabins in northern Minnesota. Survivors include two sons, David (Barbara) Campbell of Lanesboro and Gary (Nancy) Campbell of Oronoco, Minn.; four grandchildren, Desirae (Richard) Hahn, Lance (Leah) Campbell, Andrew Campbell and Kaitlyn Campbell; seven great-grandchildren, Hope Hahn, Travis Hahn, Nicholas Hahn,

often. A few years after her birth Lucy and her family moved to rural Wykoff, Minn. Lucy attended grade school in Chatfield, Minn. with the help of her special friend Pam. She became Lucille Katarina known for Cerling her lively and friendly face which could always be counted on for a laugh. Her sense of humor brought joy to her friends, family and all of those who knew her. Lucille Katarina Cerling “Life is worth living as long as At the age of 11, Lucy moved there is a laugh in it,”author L.M. into a Hiawatha Homes group Montgomery once said. Lucille home in Rochester, Minn. Her Katarina Cerling was born on many caregivers and housemates October 6, 1988 in Houston, enjoyed Lucy’s humor, her smiles Texas with congenital muscle and even sometimes her mischieand joint defects that prevented vousness. After graduating from her from almost any movement Century High School she spent including speech. Yet she laughed many of her days at Opportunity

Norah Campbell, Elise Campbell, Audrey Campbell, and Keaton Campbell. One sister Lorraine (Manley)Lange of Harmony, Minn. also survives. Juliet was preceded in death by her husband (of 69 years), Carmen, and her parents. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 12 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro with Pastor Kerry Eversole officiating. A committal service followed at the Lanesboro Cemetery. Visitation was one hour before the service at the church.

Forestry Field Day July 23 near Chatfield On July 30, 2014 the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District will be hosting a field day to explore past, present, and future restoration practices taking place at the Isinours Forestry Unit just outside of Preston, Minn. The tours will begin starting at 6 p.m. with a light supper being served before at 5:30 p.m. Those attend-

ing the field day will observe several features directly, and benefit from the expert knowledge of foresters and conservation specialists alike. Presenters include Jim Edgar (DNR Forester), Mitch Gilbert (Private Forester), and Rich Biske (The Nature Conservancy). This is a fun and informational

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opportunity for anyone interested in forestry restoration, the great outdoors, or local forestry projects taking place within our area. Topics that will be covered during the tour include: 1. Bluff prairie restoration practices 2. Cedar and invasive buckthorn removal

3. Other demonstrations and projects carried out in years past Anyone who wishes to enjoy a fun and educational walk with fantastic views of bluff country is encouraged to come! *Note: Clothing appropriate for hiking through woodland terrain is encouraged. Accommodations will be made for those who may have difficulty navigating through rough terrain. Directions to Isinours: Take

Services in Rochester. Her day program managers there often remarked how Lucy changed everyone’s lives for the better. While Lucy could not speak, her spirit touched everyone who knew her. Lucy died peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital on June 24, 2014 surrounded by her family and holding her parents hands. She taught us much about patience, understanding and enjoying the simple things in life. Lucy is survived by her mother, Teresa Ann (Norris) Cerling, her father Roy Donald Cerling, her sisters Amelia Maude Cerling and Clara May Cerling, a grandmother, Drucilla Norris and a grandfather, Robert Cerling. She also leaves behind dozens of aunts, uncles, cousins and beloved house mates and friends at Hiawatha and Opportunity Services. A memorial celebration was held on July 11 in the American Legion Room at Chatfield Center for the Arts, Chatfield. Fillmore Cty. 17 north from Preston about 4 miles to the Root River trail. Turn onto the gravel road located directly next to the Root River trail. The parking area is on the north side of the trail a quarter mile down the gravel road. Contact the SWCD for more information at 507-765-3878, ext. 3, or go to www.fillmoreswcd.org.

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

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

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

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101 and going strong By Barb Jeffers In May of 2013 we visited with Amos Anderson for his birthday as he turned 100 years old. We thought for this year’s Senior Living Section it would be nice to check back with Anderson and see how he is doing after turning 101 on February 16, 2014. There have been some changes in Amos’ life in the last year including moving from Traditions in Preston, Minn. to the Harmony Care Center in Harmony, Minn., which meant getting used to a new place and new people. However, Anderson didn’t mind saying he “loves to meet people” and always has.

Other things have not changed, including Anderson’s sense of humor. When asked for any secrets to a long life, he replied, “Keep your nose out of other people’s business!” and laughed. He then said, “Do a lot of walking” to stay healthy. Laurie Pass, who works in physical therapy at the Harmony Care Center, stated that Anderson is “awesome” and is in “unbelievable physical condition”, adding that he has the legs of a 60 year-old. Growing up on a farm between Peterson, Minn. and Rushford, Minn., Anderson knew what hard work meant and has always kept

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busy with one thing or another. Fishing was one of his favorite past times as a child and he says he went “fishing and loafing” as often as he could. He was always interesting in History and Geography also. Amos Sidney Anderson went on to serve in Europe during WWII and after returning home worked for the Postal Service. Anderson and his wife, Helen, raised four children Larry, Greg, Janice and Patricia. He spends his time now playing cards, reading, and listening to music as well as other activities that the care center provides. Andreson stated, “At the Harmony Care Center there’s enough going on to keep it interesting.” He also cherishes time spent with family. Anderson says that he likes the “good food” at the care center and appreciates everything the employees do for him. He was chosen to be the Valentine King for the Harmony Care Center and rode in a Cadillac in the Fourth of July parade this year which was exciting. The Harmony Care Center employees respect and care about Andreson and it shows when they interact. After living in Fillmore County for so many years he says he “knows most of the people in the area” and it is not an exaggeration to say a good percentage of people in this neck of the woods know that when somebody mentions the name “Amos,” a last name is not necessarily required. When talking about his life thus far, he stated, “It couldn’t have been any better, it was almost a fairytale”, but added it seems to have been on “fast forward” as he finds it hard to believe he is 101 years old. “I would say I had a crackerjack life,” stated Anderson adding, “It’s been interesting but a hundred and one years went by fast.”

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Good Samaritan Society - Home Care celebrates 20 years of service By Mitchell Walbridge While some retirees venture off to the warm, dryer climates of Arizona and other parts of the south and west for their golden years, many find that they can only feel right at home here in the Midwest, specifically southern Minnesota and northern Iowa. However, no matter where one goes, there’s no question that as our wisdom continues grow as we age, so can our dependability on others. Dependability on others comes in different arrangements, whether moving to a care facility, assisted living center and today many even include hav-

ing the option of staying right at home. Good Samaritan Society Home Care located in Preston, Minn. is celebrating 20 years of making at-home life possible for many of the area’s residents. Good Samaritan began providing assistance in 1994 when home care services weren’t widely established. “In those days there was not a lot of support for home care,” said Vickie Lynch, Director of Home Health for Good Samaritan. Even so, Lynch and others at Good Samaritan knew that the need was there for home health services. Good Samaritan Soci-

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Mankato, Minn., – AgStar Financial Services, ACA today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Paul DeBriyn has decided to retire as CEO, effective immediately. However, DeBriyn will stay on for the next nine months serving as strategic advisor to ensure a smooth transition for the organization. The AgStar Board of Directors will move forward with a process to choose his successor. DeBriyn will officially retire from AgStar on April 1, 2015. Until a new CEO is named, AgStar’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Rod Hebrink will serve as interim CEO. Using his knowledge and depth of experience, DeBriyn will offer guidance to the Board of Directors, interim CEO and eventually the replacement CEO over the next nine months. “Through Paul’s leadership, and with a dedicated team, AgStar is in a strong position today as an innovative and successful financial services partner to rural America,” commented AgStar Board of Director Chairperson, Spencer Enninga. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, we want to thank Paul for his

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Brass band concert at the care center The Chatfield Brass Band will perform this week’s “Music in the Park” concert at the Chosen Valley Care Center. The concert is on Thursday, July 17 at 7 p.m. in the back parking lot of the Care Center. The band will perform traditional favorites from previous concerts including television theme songs, patriotic numbers and lots of marches. Refreshments will be served by the Founders Committee. The public is welcome to join family and our friends at the care center to enjoy an evening of music, food, and good company! Lawn chairs are welcome!

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part of sustaining home-care. Personal Emergency Response Systems. According to a statistic provided by the Good Samaritan Society, on average in any given year one in three adults age 65 and older experiences a fall, meaning that falls are one of the most common causes of injury or death among seniors. Good Samaritan Society - Home Care offers a line of low-cost personal emergency response systems that

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verify the historical significance of it. An application for the National Register nomination is underway. The building has value to the area and for upcoming generations if it can be preserved properly. The main focus for this year is the stone work to stabilize the building. Feature projects will be preserving the windows, flooring and interior renovation. The committee is looking at options for fundraising to help with the awareness and

construction costs. An Evening at the “Stone Barn” is planned for July 19 from 6-10 p.m. to help offset the cost. Gary and Deb Anderson will be hosting the event at 32501 171st Ave. in Chatfield. Please help to preserve this wonderful, historical building so everyone can enjoy it. This event features music provided by RavensFire and the Whole Hog Music Revue. The

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Preston approves bond sale for 2014 street projects By Karen Reisner At the July 7 Preston City Council meeting, Mike Bubany, David Drown and Associates, informed the council that the city’s favorable “AA/Stable” Standard and Poor’s rating had been reaffirmed. Councilman David Harrison was absent. The city received five bids for the $4.15 million bond sale. A resolution to approve the lowest cost bond sale bid from Robert W. Baird & Co. was unanimously adopted. The bond is to be repaid over 15 years with a net interest rate of 2.76 percent. The average tax levy needed to service the bond each year will be approximately $268,000. Nehemiah Family Services The Planning and Zoning commission had held a public hearing on the application from Nehemiah Family Services to hold substance abuse counseling sessions. The sessions are to be held on

Sunday afternoons at the Preston United Methodist Church. City Administrator Joe Hoffman explained this would be under the umbrella of a health clinic which is a permitted conditional use in R-2 districts. There was no comment from the public at the P & Z meeting. Pastor Billy Edwards spoke about the licensed outpatient treatment program. He said the church board approved the use of the church for the support group sessions. The council approved the CUP as recommended by P & Z with no conditions. Revolving Loan Approved Craig Bond and Justin Jones had requested a loan from the EDA revolving loan fund to aide in their purchase of equipment and inventory at Preston Service Plus. Jones and Bond LLC are purchasing the building, land, and business from the current owners. The bank and the EDA

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are not participating in the land purchase. The EDA loan ($21,250) will be in second position to F & M Bank. The revolving loan is to be paid back over five years at 2.5 percent interest. Jones has worked for Service Plus for 17 years. The EDA loan will help with the succession of an existing business in the city. The loan was approved as recommended by the EDA. Prior to the loan approval the revolving loan limit was raised from $15,000 to $25,000. EDA Director Cathy Enerson said the $15,000 figure was a bit low for participation in equipment purchases. Hoffman said the EDA cannot lend out more than is in the fund, so the higher cap will likely mean fewer loans. The amendment to raise the cap, amending the guidelines, on the commercial incentive plus improvement revolving loan fund was approved as presented. Other Business In Brief •Police Chief Matt Schultz requested approval for a one time payment for the Law Enforcement Technology Group (LETG) system in the amount of $3,507.90. The purchase of the records management system was approved last September. At that time the city paid $2,350.99 for installation and connection to the system. Schultz noted that all the departments in the county are

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could increase the city’s population and tax base. Enerson said the EDA has recommended purchase of the lots at public auction to help assure that they remain individual lots. Councilman Robert Maust asked why we would want to get into the real estate business. Hoffman said there was a concern that two or three lots may be purchased for one home. Enerson insisted it was preferable to have seven homes rather than three, giving the city a better return on its investment for sewer, water, and streets. Councilman Charles Sparks commented that we should consider it, because we don’t want to look back later and realize we should have looked at it. Mayor Kurt Reicks suggested they wait until the next meeting until they know what market value the county assessor puts on the lots. The market value information was to be available the next day. The city staff was directed to continue to look into the issue. •Hoffman said the city staff has been in contact with the Catholic Church about diagonal parking in front of the church. He noted that streets are being narrowed where they are excessively wide to uniform street widths, because of the increased cost of wider streets. If the street is narrowed to a standard width, diagonal parking would no longer be possible on the street. The city staff will work out a solution with the church.

now using this system, adding it works wonderfully and streamlines the process. Approval for purchase of the software was given and the funds will come out of the police department’s forfeiture account. This account is used for paying overtime, training, and equipment purchases. •Two resolutions were adopted moving the North Industrial Utility Improvement process forward. The improvements include utility extensions for Preston Dairy and Farm and Gehling. Hoffman maintained that the city reserves the right to assess all or a portion of this project at a later time. One resolution ordered the preparation of a report for the improvements and the other resolution called for a public hearing on the proposed improvements. The public hearing was set for July 21 in council chambers at 6 p.m. •Enerson explained to the council that there are seven single family lots in a subdivision (Anderson lots) near the golf course that are coming up for public sale as tax forfeited land. She noted they could be conveyed to the city if they were to be used for a public purpose, but suggested public space is not the best use for these properties. Councilman David Collett remarked that we don’t need more parks. If single family homes were built on the individual lots, it

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addressed the council with a concern from resident Roxanne Mensink, who was in attendance. The Wykoff Fire Department has a controlled burn scheduled for August 2, 2014, in a residential area. Baker explained Mensink had provided a letter stating concern for health and safety. The burn has been cleared by the proper authorities; the property had been inspected and there was no asbestos hazard. Roxanne Mensink provided a letter from her physician to the council and while stating she understood the importance of training opportunities, she felt they should not be done in residential areas and made the council aware she was against it. She further stated the council had been ‘put on notice’ if the burn goes forward and there were any health related problems because of it she would not be the one paying for bills or damages. Fire Chief Baker further explained the process of a controlled burn, citing the burn would be complete with no smoldering left that would cause lingering smoke or fumes of any kind. Baker gave an in depth description of the process based on his previous experiences, which by his admission was estimated to be seven or eight controlled burns he had trained at over the years. Mensink asked Baker who would be responsible if problems arose, Baker assumed it would be the company hired to oversee the process as they should have liability insurance but admitted he couldn’t be certain. Baker assured Mensink he would find the answers to all of her posed questions and personally inform her of them. He further stated that he had brought her concerns to the council because he felt they were valid and wanted all of the facts presented. Jason Hare, a volunteer for the Wykoff Fire Department, also added to the discussion by stating many of the new firefighters they have hired in the past several years have never had a controlled burn training and stressed how valuable the training was as it creates a real situation that is accurate to what they face on a fire call. Councilman Vreeman made a motion to approve the con-

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trolled burn, pending the information Roxanne Mensink requested was given to her when it was received. The motion carried. Also on the agenda was a pay request towards the waste/water treatment plant in the amount of $109,884.60. The pay request was granted to Joseph Company. Councilman Grabau also stated he would like to make sure ‘the newspaper’ got the information correct as the last pay request was inaccurately reported in a local newspaper but not inaccurately reported in the Fillmore County Journal. In new business Wykoff First Responder, Michelle Meldahl, presented an automated external defibrillator (AED) that had been secured by Fillmore County through a grant initiative. Meldahl explained AED’s were given to every community in Fillmore County initially and Wykoff was one of the communities that would be receiving a second one in 2015. The city would be responsible for the maintenance that generally consists of battery replacement and pad replacement as both expire over time. Meldahl asked the council for permission to place the AED for public use and also explained the first responders would like to hold an public education meeting concerning the use of it. There was much discussion about where to place the AED, as the council and first responders wanted to make it as available as possible to residents who may need to access it in an emergency situation. Fire Chief Baker suggested the community center, as it hosts large gatherings often and large crowds means more opportunity for a situation to arise. Jason Hare interjected and suggested placing it outside the fire station so it is available 24/7 as there is no way of telling when an emergency situation may arise. The question of vandalism or theft was raised by a few members of the council and Mayor Comstock asked Meldahl if she knew where other communities were placing theirs. Meldahl responded most had placed them in their city hall or community center. Councilwoman Larson made a motion to place the AED in the community center and the motion passed. The Wykoff first responders will monitor expirations and order replacements when needed.

In other topics of new business, a hardship request was granted for a Wykoff citizen who had been unable to pay their city bill in full due to health related issues that had caused loss of work. The council extended a six month time period for the citizen to be caught up with the bill; during that time frame the citizen will not be in danger of shut off. A representative from the Veteran’s Memorial (Kavanagh Park) approached the council and asked for council representation on the committee as well as inquired about funds the city may have towards the park. Clerk Davis said the park fund is part of the general fund and does not show a balance but only a total. Mayor Comstock advised the committee member to figure out some costs for items wanted and come back to the council at that time. The council decided to send a nuisance letter to the owner of the 214 Line S. North property after receiving complaints of large weeds, piles of branches, various small wild animals inhabiting the property as well as various other nuisances. Councilwoman Larson stated as part of her responsibilities to the city, she would look at setting live traps for the animals. Gerald Jacobsen was appointed as the second authorization to sign checks on behalf of the city. Councilwoman Larson made the motion, which passed unanimously. Clerk Davis passed along information given to her by Steve Bushman of WHKS concerning the MnWARN program. The program is used as emergency response for water/sewer and is a database that is accessible by various communities throughout Minnesota. In the event of an emergency, a community in need may peruse the database and see if any communities in their region or beyond have equipment they may need. This item of business will carry over onto next month’s agenda. Permission was granted to get pricing for new American flags in the downtown area. The current flags are badly tattered. Thirteen flags need replacement. Job evaluations for city employees will be held on June 29, 2014 starting at 6 p.m. at city hall. The city employs five individuals and the evaluations will start with Clerk Davis and OPen SeVen DAYS A WeeK 9am-6pm

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to make defamatory remarks ‘on the street’. The statement must also relate to a pending matter within the scope of the council’s authority. Mensink then quoted from the Fillmore County Journal’s report of the previous regular council meeting concerning Councilwoman Larson’s statements made as she put forth a no confidence vote for the previous mayor specifically when Larson stated Hare had violated data privacy during the interview process. Mensink asked, “Prior to any of the comments made that night, was there a proper inquiry made by anyone?” as well as wanting to know if they were listed in any previous meeting minutes. Larson responded, “I had contacted the city attorney regarding this matter five times…” Mensink asked if had been brought up in a council meeting. Larson said yes, she had mentioned it to Lyman Hare and he had looked at her and said okay then it was on to the next thing. Mensink asked if it was public record, to which Larson responded it was in the meeting minutes. Mensink asked which minutes, what month and how long ago. Larson replied, “You know, I have it written down at home Brody in my meeting minutes and I will look them up and share them with you.” Mensink stated he had looked at minutes from the past six months of minutes and found nothing. Larson said, “I will say this Brody, we were standing here at a meeting…I handed Lyman the Minnesota Mayor Handbook. At that time it was four months into term… and I told him at that time ‘I feel some things are not going right’.” “And that’s in the minutes?” Mensink asked. And Councilwoman Larson stated that it should be. Mensink moved on and quoted the handbook once again concerning the city employee interview process. The handbook states anyone conducting interviews is to be trained to do so. He then asked which of the city council members had been trained to do so prior to conducting an interview. No one answered and Mensink asked again if anyone was trained; still no answer. Mensink recapped, See WYKOFF Page 13 

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saying the Minnesota League of Cities recommends these things to protect the city from liability and wondered why the council would choose not to follow this advice. Mayor Comstock replied, “Obviously it never has.” Councilwoman Larson again reiterated she had spoken to the city attorney as well as an attorney for the League of Minnesota Cities prior to making a vote of no confidence. Mensink asked if the attorneys had recommended the vote, Larson said yes. Mensink asked if the attorneys were contacted by email or phone, to which Larson replied it was both. Mensink then asked if those things were public record. Clerk Davis said she was not sure, some of it probably is and some of it probably isn’t. Mensink continued, citing the handbook once again, stating it was recommended the city

attorney attend all city council meetings and asked if the Wykoff city attorney attended all meetings. Councilman Grabau explained Wykoff is a small town and there are fees/costs to have the attorney there. He asked Mensink if he wanted to add more expense to the community. Mayor Comstock said, “He asked a simple question, I have been on the council for 11 years now…” and continued by saying the attorney had not attended meetings. Mensink asked if it was a liability for the city if they did not follow this advice. “Meeting minutes are considered official papers of the city, it is very important to keep an adequate record of council decisions and the factual information in which council members base their decisions,” Mensink read from his paperwork. He explained how council minutes could be used in a court of law in the event of a law suit. He

Monday, July 14, 2014 also stated he had looked at the minutes from the past six months and he didn’t see anything listed in them about any of the issues that were brought up [concerning the previous mayor at the June 2014 council meeting]. He posed the questions, “If none of these issues were ever discussed at any meeting and recorded in the minutes, how could each person vote yes?” [concerning the no confidence vote]. Councilwoman Larson said she had brought up the motion and Mensink stated it had never been talked about at a previous meeting according to the minutes. Councilwoman Larson said, “A no confidence vote had not been brought up at a previous meeting.” Mensink said, “But everyone…everyone separately knew about every issue beforehand?” Councilwoman Larson stated she could not answer for everybody and that she could only answer for herself. Councilman Vreeman

Inflow and infiltration issues in Harmony By Jade Sexton At the Harmony City Council meeting on July 8, city employee Chris Johnson brought a problem to the attention of the council. Johnson noted at the wastewater treatment plant, there has been high levels of water infiltrating from the ground. While there is normally some amount of inflow and infiltration, the numbers have been double or triple the amount recently. The treatment plant treats an average of 55,000 gallons of water a day. The past couple of weeks, numbers have climbed to well over 100,000 gallons, and on one day in particular, 234,000 gallons were treated. The heavy rains we have experienced this summer have played a part, and the levels spike shortly after a heavy rainfall. Johnson said they have been looking in manholes, and have two pumps running, but have barely been able to keep up with the high water levels. The problem is finding where the water is leaking into the pipes. There are many areas in town

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that still have clay pipes. Johnson mentioned some smoke testing that was done a few years ago to find some problem areas. The city has also done televising in order to find leaks. “This is a lot of water,” said Johnson. “There’s not going to be just one smoking gun.” He also mentioned a large amount of grit clogging the pipes, made up of mostly sand and gravel. He doesn’t know where that is coming from, either. City Administrator Jerome Illg offered some ideas to help narrow down the location. He suggested checking the lift station pump hours during rain and when the rain is done to help determine which part of town the excess water is coming from. Siren Stuart Morem of Morem Electric sent the city a proposal on purchasing a new siren system. The current system is still in working order, but is reaching the end of its lifetime. The quote from Federal Signal Corporation was for $14,200,

with another $6,000 for installation. This amount includes the pole it would be installed on. It was noted the siren has a battery back-up system in case of power outages. When a tornado hit Harmony a few years ago, the siren did not work. Illg said Morem would like to see the city transition to this in the next few years. Money has been set aside each year in the budget, and there is currently $7,500 earmarked for a new siren. It would be located near the fire hall. Illg also mentioned the old siren could be donated to a few smaller towns in the area that do not currently have a siren, such as Greenleafton and Granger. Those sirens would be operated from the Sheriff’s office. Councilor Jerry Shuck suggested they get a couple more quotes on sirens. Mayor Donney suggested they move forward with the project sooner rather than later. Ambulance Eileen Schansberg told the council the ambulance department received a $22,000 grant to be put toward a monitored AED (Automated External Defibrillator) from the American Heart Association Mission: Lifeline. Schansberg explained this monitored AED will transmit information to St. Marys or Gundersen Lutheran so they know right away if a heart attack is happening. Schansberg also requested the ambulance compensation be increased from $25 a day to $50 a day. She felt this would be an incentive to get more people to

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said, “Yes I knew of issues.” Mensink then asked the council if they could tell him what information about a job applicant was public information. Councilwoman Larson said, “According to our attorney, none of it until they accept the position.” Mensink then quoted the Minnesota League of Cities handbook saying, “The following information concerning job applicants is public information. Veteran status, relevant test scores…job history, education… Once an applicant is selected for an interview, their name becomes public record.” Mensink said he requested and received an advisoral opinion the State of Minnesota Department of Administration to verify the following and continued to explain he had told the Department he had asked the council for the names of the applicants being interviewed and was told he could not have them and was also told it was not public

information. He was also told no by the city clerk. He started to quote the advisory opinion he received from the State of Minnesota Department of Administration but Mayor Comstock interrupted stating he was not interested in opinion, only facts. Mensink stated it was the opinion of the State of Minnesota and Mayor Comstock stated Mensink needed facts. Mayor Comstock then said, “Here is the second thing I want you to read, you signed this here paper [the visitor’s registration] and it says you have five minutes and you’ve gone on for about nine.” Mayor Comstock asked for a motion to adjourn, Mensink asked, “Can I just read what it is?” Mayor Comstock continued asking for a motion to adjourn; it was given and carried. Mensink showed frustrations as he said the council would not let the public talk and said he would continue at the next meeting.

help cover when needed. The increase would cost $7,800 a year. The council approved. 1st Avenue Project Financing for the 1st Avenue street project was discussed, and the council passed a resolution for the sale of General Obligation Bonds for $370,000. In September, notices of proposed assessments will be sent out to property owners. The final assessments will be adopted in October or November. Property owners currently have the option to pay assessments up front, or have the amount assessed to their property taxes for 10 years. The council decides the interest rate. Illg updated the council on the street project. Things are moving along as planned, with water and services finished from Center to 3rd Street. Four water hydrants were replaced, with temporary water outages. Illg said the Harmony Telephone Company has been very helpful, making it easy to notify property owners. Sidewalk snow removal Illg brought up the question of snow removal on 1st Avenue after the project is complete. He mentioned the fact that the county is paying half of the cost of the project, which includes the sidewalk replacement, and they are concerned that nobody is removing the snow. Right now the city removes snow on the sidewalk on the west side of 139 from the Lutheran Church to the nursing home, and from Wheelers to the Visitor’s Center. Illg was concerned about the city taking on any more snow removal commitments. He was also concerned about residents being upset

that their sidewalk is not being shoveled when the sidewalks on another street are. There was some discussion about the city taking on the shoveling on 1st Avenue Council members were in agreement about removing the snow from Center Street to 3rd Street on the west side, since students use them to walk to the high school. The sidewalk from Center to 3rd Street is 5 feet wide. The sidewalk being replaced from 3rd to 5th Street on the west side is only 4 feet wide, which would be too narrow for the snow blower. Tractor The city received some quotes for a new tractor from Hammel Equipment, Preston Equipment, and Windridge Equipment. Johnson explained the old tractor is a 1999, and because of the hours on it and its age, needs to be replaced. The city accepted the bid from Hammel Equipment for $41,000 with a trade-in. Library Councilor Lynn Mensink updated the council on the most recent library board meeting. They discussed the issue of at what point to stop letting people check out books when they have past-due fines. Mensink said they did not come up with an idea they could all agree on. The library recently started charging fines for overdue books and movies. There is no set amount that is a maximum. Mensink said some members of the board do not wish to make it hard for people to use the library. The council directed the library board to resolve the matter and come up with a final decision.

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July 14, 1914 - What is so significant about that date? Well, it is my mother’s birthday. She would be 100 this year and I wish she were here to celebrate with, but in reality I know that can’t be. We all have wonderful memories about our moms, but my mother had a little different story to tell, and I’m so proud to have been her daughter, even though I inherited diabetes from her side of the family. Here’s why I am proud... Evelyn Dorthea Grace Edge was born in the little town of Leeds, Iowa near Sioux City, and when a

small child she moved with parents Charles and Dasa to Waterloo, Iowa with her older sister Frances. About the age of 15, she was diagnosed as a diabetic, which in those days next to nothing was known about the disease. Her parents entered her into a research program at the U of Iowa University Hospital to undergo the “Guinea Pig program” as she called it and lived there for the next six months learning to use the first commercially produced regular insulin for human consumption. She always said that it saved her

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Parents: John & Danielle Yonts Sister: Serenity Grandparents: James Yonts, Rushford, MN, Ruth Ann Yonts, Preston, MN; Mark & Cindy Johnson, Peterson, MN; GreatGrandparents: John & Ethel Yonts, Rushford, MN; Ruth Johnson, South Dakota; LeRoy & Darleen Johnson, Peterson, MN

would like to thank everyone for all their prayers & kind expressions of sympathy. A special thank you Pastor Michael Smith, Seasons Hospice, the United Methodist Women for serving the lunch and Thauwald Funeral Home. It was all appreciated very much. Mark & Tammy Utley & Family, Jeanne & Mark Hargesheimer & Family Warren & Alice Cummings Donald Cummings Joe & Carol Gosi

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life, but was not a pleasant experience. They had their stomachs pumped daily, until she rebelled, so that was stopped. Her arms bore scars from repeated blood draws, and believed they weren’t as sophisticated as they are now. She used glass syringes and stainless steel needles that had to be sharpened and the testing of sugar was so far behind that she was probably always 2-4 hours behind what the real test results really were. She took insulin three times per day before each meal, and I can remember after World War II when they came out with NPH U-40 long coverage and she could go to once a day. How happy she was. But in later life she said she had much better control with the three times per day and six small meals, rather than three big meals, and this is what they train you to do today in diabetes education.

Birth Announcement Mark James Yonts Serenity proudly announces the birth of her baby brother! Mark James was born on June 13, 2014 to John and Danielle Yonts of Preston, Minn. He weighed 7 pounds 10 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are James Yonts of Rushford, Minn; Ruth Ann Yonts of Preston; Mark and Cindy Johnson of Peterson, Minn. Great-grandparents are John and Ethel Yonts of Rushford; Ruth Johnson of South Dakota, and LeRoy and Darleen Johnson of Peterson.

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In spite of all her problems she was a very fun, loving mom. She was an excellent cook, seamstress, she made all my clothes much to my dismay (and now I realize just how lucky I was). After I was married and had children of my own, she kept them in beautifully made outfits out of her scraps. She was a talented piano and organ player, gardener, confidant, Christian example and a great cook. I have

Mix first six ingredients together thoroughly then add dry ingredients. Mix well. Do not grease cookie sheets. Bake in 350 degree oven 10 to 12 minutes. If you use the bacon fat, you will have a distinctly unusual flavor, but it grows on you and if you watch the cooking shows on TV, you will see bacon in everything. It’s all the rage now. Enjoy until next time!

Birth Announcement Jack Carl Steven Holger Jon and Sara Holger of Preston, Minn. are proud to announce the birth of their son, Jack Carl Steven, born on June 10, 2014. He weighed 6 pounds 15 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Carl and Sue Holger of Rushford, Minn.; Steve Otterson of Mound, Minn., and Jackie Wray of Lakeside, Calif.

Andrew MAnion, Ph. d. in Nuclear Physics, Stony Brook University of New York, and Post Doctorate Fellow at University of California Berkley. Andrew is married to Stephanie Wu and is guardian of Zen Robinson. They live in Holbrook, New York.

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This sweet little girl is turning 50

7.20.14

Happy Birthday Melony and Maggie!

Katherine Manion Master’s Degree in Special Education St. Mary’s University of Minnesota Kate currently lives in the Uptown area of Minneapolis

Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014

Harmony Community Center Meeting Room 1 Potluck - 12:30pm Please bring your own dishes & silverware. Beverages will be supplied.

Barbara Mosher

Hosted by Kati and Brandon’s Aunts

Congratulations!

Fishbaugher Family reunion

Happy 80th Birthday July 21st

bride-to be of Brandon Bergey Saturday, July 26th 11:00am Mabel Community Center Bridal Registry: Target, Kohl’s, Macy’s and Pine Clone Place

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Love from Grandma & Grandpa Lawston

her 1939 “Household Searchlight Cookbook”, so will pick a recipe from the back and share with you. These recipes are from the war era when rationing and coupons were needed. So sometimes bacon fat was substituted, and this one recipe that I remember, it was used in.

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Lanesboro looks at arts campus project By Jade Sexton Courtney Bergey attended the Lanesboro City Council meeting on July 7 to speak to the council about the Arts Campus Project. Bergey works for the Lanesboro Arts Council, and they have been working on a plan that will create better signage around town and on the bike trails for visitors. They have been working in conjunction with the Park Board and taking into account the Chamber’s Strategic Plan and the City’s 20/20 plan to reach their goals. The Arts Council has been doing a lot of fundraising for this project and they have received grants. They worked with a signage consultant from the Twin Cities who helped develop a plan for the area. According to Bergey, there will be a kiosk with trail information in the parking lot, and it will take up two parking spaces. There will also be photo poetry signs with poems from local people attached to light posts. An information sign will be placed near the bike trail in the downtown area, and a sign near the historic walking bridge that will include the history of the bridge. “We’ve been working on these concepts the past year,” said Bergey. “There will be no cost to the city, we did all the fundraising.” Bergey added they want to make sure to get the project done soon before the deadline for the grant money. The council approved the project. Work will be finished within the next month before the September 1 deadline. Dam Project Dave Bubany was at the meeting to discuss further options for funding the dam project. The city could use a tax abatement bond to fund the remainder of the cost, they could ask the voters for a referendum, or get a variation of the utility related General Obligation Bonds. If utilities were increased to fund the project, monthly utility rates would increase significantly. If the levy was increased, the property taxes on a home worth $100,000 would increase $20 a

month. A bond for the remaining amount of $1.75 million, at an interest rate of four percent paid over 20 years would result in a yearly payment of $129,000. None of these options seem likely for the city. The DNR did give the city an extension on the grant money, which gives the city until June 2015 to come up with ideas to fund the project. Church Hill Dan Anderson approached the council again regarding the parking lot at Church Hill Condominiums. He has abandoned the idea of asking the city to vacate the property. He would still like the parking lot to be blacktopped. Anderson had previously assumed the cost would be split with the city 50/50. Todd asked if this was something necessary, or it was just for aesthetics purposes. There has been no issue with snow removal in that parking lot. Mayor Steven Rahn brought up the issue of the city paying for blacktopping private property. “I hoped we could just vacate and not have to deal with that,” he said. Rahn felt they should consult with street superintendent Andy Drake before making any decisions, and they will then call a special meeting. Theresa Coleman from the Public Utilities Commission reminded the city there is an ordinance that says he must provide two parking spaces for each unit. River Gauge Ken Soiney, owner of River Rats Outfitters, and Mark Welvaert from the National Weather Service were at the meeting to discuss a grant opportunity. Lanesboro could receive a grant from the DNR for a new river gauge. The average cost for a new gauge is $28,000. The University of Iowa engineering program could give the city a large discount on equipment and installation, dropping the cost to $7,500. The DNR grant could cover up to 75 percent of that. The city will look into the stipulations of the grant to see if it

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would be possible to purchase the equipment from another state. The city would benefit from a new river gauge that could be read via radio waves. This would send real-time accurate readings to a cell phone. Ambulance Ambulance Director Lee Peterson asked the council to approve the vaccination screening policy, which says all members must receive the Hepatitis B vaccination. This policy will be in compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration). Peterson then asked for consent to start looking for a new ambulance facility. He said a committee has been formed but they haven’t settled on any certain location. Councilor Ceil Allen asked about the need for a new location. Peterson said the number one concern is reducing response time. Currently, most of the ambulance members live on the south side of town and it takes longer to reach the ambulance shed. Todd added the ambulance is sharing space with the street shop, in a place that is tricky to get in and out of. “Clearly there is a need,” he said. It could also be a good place for storage, meetings, and training. The council gave their permission to move forward. DNR lease Todd updated the council on the negotiations regarding the lease the DNR has in the Chamber building. Previously, the DNR wanted to pay $5 per square foot. The city requested $15 per square foot as per lease rates in other office buildings, which would come out to $300 per month on a five-year lease. The DNR

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came back with $5.64 per square foot. This would include utilities, and they would like new carpet installed at the city’s expense. Todd and Manion looked at the issue and came up with a counter offer of $6.30 per square foot. Todd will speak with the negotiator and get back to the council at the next meeting. Public Utilities Theresa Coleman from the Public Utilities Commission said they have taken care of the past due utility bills. The well is being re-drilled in a new location, and things are going well. Coleman also informed the council they could be receiving funds from the USDA in the amount of $30,000 for a feasibility study on the new wastewater treatment facility project that is a few years down the road. Street/Park Superintendent Position Andy Drake, the streets and park superintendent, has resigned from his position of park superintendent. Todd said there is an internal applicant who is interested in the position. It was noted that the change in position means a deduction in pay. Drake was given a raise when he took on the duties of park superintendent. City Attorney Tom Manion suggested they make sure Drake knows about the wage difference before they accept his resignation, and before offering the position to someone else. The council accepted his resignation, but will be informing him of the wage decrease. The resignation is effective July 17. Library David Hennessey, Chair of the Library Board or Directors, gave a quarterly update of what has been going on at the public library. Hennessey shared the sixth annual Rhubarb Run was very successful, with 134 runners. The

Fillmore County District Court Blaine Mitchell York, 35, of Lanesboro, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on June 23, 2014 facing one alleged count of Damage to Property - 1st Degree - Value Reduced Over $1,000, which carries a maximum penalty of five years of imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. York’s next court appearance is July 14, 2014. Scott Alan Horsman, 44, of Wykoff, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on June 24, 2014 facing one alleged count of Assault - 3rd Degree - Substantial Bodily Harm, which carries a maximum penalty of five years of imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. Horsman also faces one count of Domestic Assault - By Strangulation, which carries a maximum penalty of three years of imprisonment, fines of $5,000, or both. Finally, Horsman faces one alleged count of Domestic Assault - Misdemeanor Commits Act to Cause Fear of Immediate Bodily Harm or Death, one alleged count of Domestic Assault - Misdemeanor - Intentionally Inflicts/Attempts to

Inflict Bodily Harm on Another, one alleged count of Disorderly Conduct - Brawling or Fighting, and one alleged count of Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/Obscene. Each of these charges carries a maximum penalty of 90 days of imprisonment, fines of $1,000, or both. Horsman’s next court appearance is scheduled for July 14, 2014. Christian Marcel Harrison, 18, of Preston, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on June 25, 2014 facing one alleged count of Burglary - 2nd Degree - Building - Possess Tool, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years of imprisonment, fines of $20,000, or both. Harrison also faces one alleged count of Burglary - 3rd Degree - Steal/ Commit Felony or Gross Misdemeanor, which carries a maximum penalty of five years of imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both and one alleged count of Possession of Burglary or Theft Tools, which carries a maximum penalty of five years of imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or

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net amount raised was $1,500. The library has received a grant from SEMAC (Southeast Minnesota Arts Council) for $6,900 to have a mural painted in the library entryway. The theme of the mural will be Libraries Grow Community, and for the first phase of the project, a survey will be given to community members looking for ideas. Library Director Tara Johnson said the Summer Reading Program is going very well, with 90 kids attending story time each week, 151 participating in family events, and 35 kids committed to meet reading goals this summer. She mentioned some of the fun activities going on this summer, including a Lego building contest, which can be seen on the library’s Facebook page. Heritage Preservation Commission Todd informed the council the HPC district expansion project should be finalized by the September deadline. Todd also updated the council on the issue with the signage at Merchants Bank. They had a six-month grace period to find new signage that is historically accurate according to the HPC ordinance, but do not wish to make any changes. They were granted an additional month to make changes. Other Business The council approved blocking off the alley behind Parkway Pub for Buffalo Bill Days activities. Pub owner Vince Jeannette said they will be having two bands play that evening, one from 6-9, and one from 9-12. The council approved going out for bids as part of the second phase of the water treatment facility project. The council passed a resolution approving election judges. The new playground installation will begin this week. both. Harrison also faces one alleged count of Theft - Take/ Use/Transfer Movable Property - No Consent, which carries a maximum penalty of three years of imprisonment, fines of $3,000, or both. Finally, Harrison faces one alleged count of Damage to Property - 4th Degree - Intentional Damage - Other Circumstances and one alleged count of Liquor - Consumption by Persons Under 21. Each of these charges carry maximum penalties of 90 days of imprisonment, fines of $1,000, or both. Harrison’s next court appearance is July 14, 2014. Arlis Dean Wangen, 56, of Harmony, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on July 2, 2014 facing one alleged count of Fleeing a Peace Officer in a Motor Vehicle, which carries a maximum penalty of three years and one day of imprisonment, fines of $5,000, or both. Wangen also faces one alleged count of Traffic - Driver’s License - Driving After Cancellation - Inimical to Public Safety, which carries a maximum penalty of one year of imprisonment, fines of $3,000, or both.

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Monday, July 14, 2014

Fillmore County police reports Chatfield Police Department Hashi Iman Abdi, 43, Postville, Iowa; 5/25/2014, Speeding - 39/30; Fees $130. Robert Demetrius Romell Andrews, 24, Austin, Minn.; 5/5/2014, Driver’s License - Driving After Revocation; Fees $289. Jason Everett Barclay, 35, Rochester, Minn.; 6/1/2014, Duty to Drive with Due Care - Speed Greater than Reasonable; Fees $130. Matthew Levi Benavidez, 33, Chatfield, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Driver’s License - Driving After Suspension; Fees $290. Karl Olaf Nathaniel Forde, 28, Fountain, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Brady James Gartner, 23, Preston, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Aaron Waine Hall, 22, Fountain, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Adam Christopher Hammel, 22, Eyota, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Steven William Hrstka, 39, Rochester, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Brett Thomas Hungerholt, 23, Lanesboro, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Stephen Edward Jezeski, 22, Stewartville, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Michael Frank Rodenz, 46, Sturgis, S.D.; 5/21/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Alexander Todd Bigalk, 21, Harmony, Minn.; 10/13/2013, Domestic Assault - GM - Subsequent Violation; Fine of $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 6/25/2016), Total fees $990, Local confinement for 365 days (stay 345 days for two years - credit for time served for one day - serve as work release/weekends - complete by September 1, 2014), Supervised probation for two years - Follow all conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement - including successfully complete Domestic Violence Treatment, Sign Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, Follow all instructions of probation, No assault, No use or possession of firearms or dangerous weapons, Psychological evaluation/treatment, as directed by Court Services, Sign all releases of information. 10/13/2013, Disorderly Conduct - Brawling or Fighting. 10/13/2013, Disorderly Conduct Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/Obscene. Addam Richard Clouse, 21, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/2/2014, Speeding 65/55; Fees $130. Kristi Lynn Danielson-Vreeman, 45, Canton, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Erica Ann Eastman, 20, Riceville, Iowa; 6/17/2014, Use of Wireless Communications Device - Compose, Read or Send Electronic Message in Motion or Traffic; Fees $140. Sheri Diane Fishbaugher, 47, Lanesboro, Minn.; 3/19/2014, Harassment; Restraining Order Violate Within 10 Years of Previous Domestic Violence Conviction/ Adjudication; Fine of $3,000 (stay

$2,500 until 6/25/2016), Total fees $590, Local confinement for 365 days (stay 356 days for two years credit for time served for two days - serve as weekends - complete by August 1, 2014), Supervised probation for two years - Follow all conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Follow all instructions of probation, Mental Health Evaluation, as directed by Court Services, Take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency, No contact with victim(s), as directed by Court Services - May have limited contact to discuss their son as directed by Court Services and as per the terms of the harassment restraining order, Stay a reasonable distance away from the victim’s residence, not within 300 feet of residence or job site except with her attorney for discovery in the dissolution proceeding, No assault, No use or possession of firearms or dangerous weapons, Domestic abuse counseling/treatment, as directed by Court Services and her therapist, No violations of an Order for Protection, Sign all releases of information. 3/22/2014, Harassment; Resetraining Order - Violate and Knows of Temporary of Restraining Order; Fine of $1,000 (stay $950 until 6/25/2016), Total fees $140, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 81 days for two years - credit for time served for two days - serve as work release/ weekends - complete by August 1, 2014), Supervised probation for two years - Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign Probation Agreement, No same or similar, Follow all instructions of probation, Mental Health Evaluation as directed by Court Services, Take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency, Stay a reasonable distance away from victim’s residence, not within 300 feet of residence or job site except with her attorney for discvery in the dissolution proceeding, No assault, No use or possession of firearms or dangerous weapons, Domestic abuse counseling/treatment, as directed by Court Services and her therapist, No violations of an Order for Protection, Sign all releases of information, No contact with victim(s), as directed by Court Services - may have limited contact to discuss their son as directed by Court Services and as per the terms of the harassment restraining order. Tyler Wayne Flemming, 22, Preston, Minn.; 6/17/2014, Speeding 68/55; Fees $140. Ibrahim Nassir Gure, 22, Faribault, Minn.; 4/15/2014, Speeding - 70/55; Fees $150. Brandon Michael Hanson, 36, Elkton, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Gilberto Hernandez Guerrero, 34, Austin, Minn.; 6/1/2014, Driver’s License - Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type - Multiple Licenses Prohibited; Fees $190. 6/1/2014, Speeding - 44/30; Fees $50. Derek Marcus Jerome Johnson, 27, Eden Prairie, Minn.; 6/1/2014, Speeding - 45/30; Fees $150. Alisha Sue McHan, 26, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Christopher Scott Merkel, 34, Harmony, Minn.; 5/16/2014, Driver’s

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 household each week. License - Driving After Revocation; Stay of Adjudication - Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain lawabiding, No same or similar, Complete all required chemical treatment as well as aftercare, Pay prosecution cost of $90 to Fillmore County; Total fees $340. Taylor James Mullenbach, 20, Adams, Minn.; 6/14/2014, Liquor Consumption by Persons Under 21; Fees $190. Alicia Marie O’Connell, 30, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Geoffrey Robert Ott, 40, Seattle, Wash.; 6/14/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Jessica Marie Powell, 30, Rushford, Minn.; 4/25/2014, Driver’s License - Driving After Suspension; Fees $290. Michael Abedur Rahman, 19, Eagan, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Speeding - 75/55; Fees $230. Jessica Marie Riley, 38, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/31/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. LeRoy Raymond Ringuette, 35, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/6/2014, Driver’s License - Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited; Fees $190. 5/6/2014, Uninsured Vehicle - Driver Violation; Fees $200. 5/6/2014, Motor Vehicle Registration - Unregistered - Certificate Revoked; Fees $300. Angelique Renee Rinn, 43, Rochester, Minn.; 6/20/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Kelsey Lane Roe, 20, Chatfield, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Vehicle - Window Restrictions - Windshield Tinted or Glazed; Fees $140. David Milton Sherwin, 49, Rochester, Minn.; 6/17/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Lane Erik Shewmaker, 31, Rochester, Minn.; 6/20/2014, Speeding - 40/30; Fees $130. Leo Michael Stephas, 19, Chatfield, Minn.; 6/25/2014, Driving in Center Lane; Fees $140. McKinnen Michael Stone, 18, Preston, Minn.; 6/9/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Augustine Franco Surur, 43, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 4/19/2014, Speeding 53/30; Fees $230. James Edward Thompson IV, 21, Bloomington, Minn.; 6/21/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Raenell Felice Thompson, 22, Rochester, Minn.; 5/15/2014, Driver’s Licenses - Instruction Permit Violations - Persons 18 Years or Older - Requirements; Fees $140.

Dennis Lloyd Walsh, 55, Inver Grove Heights, Minn.; 6/17/2014, Speeding - 74/55; Fees $150. Minnesota State Patrol Wayne Matthew Falk, 43, Minneapolis, Minn.; 6/16/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Nicholas Gregory Kappers, 21, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/9/2014, Vehicle - Window Restrictions - Tint Too Dark; Fees $140. Jenelle Joy Krause, 47, Houston, Minn.; 6/3/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Muhumed A. Muhumed, 23, Postville, Iowa; 5/15/2014, Speeding - 68/55; Fees $140. Bryce Allen Peterson, 21, Lanesboro, Minn.; 5/20/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Christopher Ryan Torgerud, 35, Rushford, Minn.; 5/12/2014, License Plates Required on Front and Rear of Vehicle; Fees $120. Robert James Vrtis, 34, Decorah, Iowa; 5/11/2014, Speeding - 50/40; Fees $130. Preston Police Department John William Connolly, 31, Protivin, Iowa; 5/26/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Terry Ray Free, Jr., 29, Lime Springs, Iowa; 5/26/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Rushford Police Department Adam Burton Bowden, 28, Lewiston, Minn.; 6/13/2014, Speeding 62/45; Fees $150. Brian Wayne Kerns, 52, Canton, Minn.; 6/14/2014, Speeding - 50/30; Fees $230. Jose Abraham Sanchez-Cuaquehua, 25, Rushford, Minn.; 10/13/2013, Careless Driving; Fine of $1,000 (stay $900 until 6/27/2015), Total fees $215, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Complete chemical assessment, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance, have valid license to drive, Sign Probation Agreement, follow all rules of probation, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Submit to random searches, DWI clinic. Calvin Jerome Stephas, 20, Chatfield, Minn.; 5/21/2014, Drugs - Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession; Fees $140. 5/21/2014, Drugs - Possess/Sale Small Amount of Marijuana - No Remuneration; Fees $50. 5/21/2014, Speeding - 41/30; Fees $50.

Antiques • tools • sPoRtinG GooDs • HouseHolD

A u c t i o n saturday, July 19, 2014 - 9:00

Lunch by Gleasons

Sale to be conducted at the

Spring Valley Sales Auction Building 412 east Park street, spring Valley, Mn

AUCTIONEER NOTE: We will be selling a large selection of furniture, antiques, collectibles, tools, sporting goods and household items from 2 estates and 2 parties downsizing. Don’t miss this auction.

Selling 2 RingS - All DAy 12-14 Hayracks of Smalls

lance 11’1” slide in pickup camper, 200 bu gravity box w/gear, 3 pt. 7’ blade, N.I. 2 row corn picker, 125+ old fishing lures, fishing equipment.

For more info contact auction company www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com

sAle ARRAnGeD AnD conDucteD by sPRinG VAlley sAles coMPAny AuctioneeRs: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Tom Jasper 50-113, 507-251-7654; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 RinGMAn: Bob Root, Roger Becker cleRk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163.

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Monday, July 14, 2014

Canton denies request to vacate alley By Liz Giese The request to vacate the alley between 301 & 303 East Fillmore Avenue in Canton was denied at the Canton City Council meeting on July 9. The request was made by Canton residents Holly and Jamie Knutson at the city council meeting in May and a public hearing for discussion was held on June 11. The alley is located between the Knutson and Newman properties and is not in use. Mayo Donivee Johnson read the findings of the city council before putting Resolution No. 72014 granting vacation of the alley to a roll call vote. The findings of the council were as follows: 1. In reviewing the areas within the City Limits that have the potential to become desirable building lots for housing, the property now occupied by the school building and property extending to the east are viable lands for new construction.

2. The Council has determined that vacating any portion of platted alleys or platted streets in this section of the city limits would not be in the interest of the public. It is the duty of the City Council to make these determinations with a vision towards the future and to protect those areas granted to the City in the original plat for the purpose of providing future services and utilities to specific areas within the city limits. 3. Due to the fact that once an alley or street has been vacated it is nearly impossible to get it back, Minnesota statutes establish that the City Council may vacate a street or alley only upon a finding that the vacation is “in the interest of the public.” The public includes persons other than those in the immediate vicinity of the vacation. Mere longterm, non-use of a street or alley ground does not necessarily equate with a finding that

County Board recognizes probation/parole week By Karen Reisner Alex Bunger, Support Services Unit Supervisor with DFO Community Corrections, reviewed the proclamation in recognition of Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week (July 13-July 19) at the board’s July 8 meeting. DFO (Dodge-Fillmore-Olmsted) Community Corrections officers supervise adult and juvenile defenders, provide services and referrals for offenders, work with other community groups, promote prevention, intervention, and advocacy, support and protect victims, and advocate restorative justice. This year’s theme is “Be the Change in Your Community.” Chairman Duane Bakke maintained that the model of community corrections continues to work. The proclamation was signed by Bakke representing the

board. Greenleafton Ordinance Public Hearing Sheila Craig, Community Wastewater Facilitator, discussed the ordinance which will establish regulations and charges related to the Greenleafton Subordinate Service District. She said all easements have been signed. Other Business In Brief •Auditor/Treasurer Shirl Boelter provided a list of taxforfeited land for public sale. The list includes Spring Park Townhomes subdivision in Spring Valley which may be sold as one block. Boelter said there are zero lot lines and it is platted on a private street. In Preston there will be seven single family lots (Golfview Estates) and one other small lot that will likely be offered only to adjoining neighbors. There is one property

the vacation is in the interest of the public. There were no findings by the council that vacation of the stated alley will benefit the public. Councilmembers Hank Seldon, Ross Duckett, Cindy Shanks and Mayor Johnson voted against the resolution, thereby declining to vacate the alley. Councilor Carl Ernst was not present. Other Business Mayor Johnson provided an update on the progress of the new government building. The sheetrock has been hung and the roof will be insulated soon. Paint and flooring samples will be obtained for the council to review and a new back door step will be built. It is still hard to say when it will be complete, but it already looks great from the outside and the mayor said she is hearing good reports about the improvement. Town engineer Jon Nordsving reported that the concrete needs to be fixed or replaced in each of the following cities: Ostrander, Wykoff, Mabel, and Harmony. There are two properties in Rushford. The properties have been forfeited to the State of Minnesota for non-payment of property taxes. The list was approved and is being sent to city and township clerks. Cities can make a request to have the forfeited property conveyed to their city for public use or approve parcels for public auction. The minimum bid will be advertised for each parcel along with the order of sale before the public auction. •The board approved the purchase of snow plow equipment for two trucks from Universal Truck Equipment at the low quote of $186,946 plus tax. •County Engineer Ron Gregg requested approval for the purchase of a semi-rugged lap top for use by the Traffic Sign Technician position. The laptop is mounted in a truck and is used to keep an inventory; for example, where and what kind of sign at a specific location. Approval was given to purchase the laptop at a cost of $2,126 to replace a laptop that no longer fully functions. •Chief Deputy Tony Webber asked the board to consider the purchase of a chair for the dispatch center that is used 24/7 at the state contract price of $769.27. The purchase was approved using 911 funds. •University of Minnesota regional extension educator Chuck Schwartau announced that master gardener Judy Lacy will be on staff half time during Jerrold Tesmer’s absence. The county will only be billed for actual expenses for her time. •The timeline for the 2015 budgeting process was approved. Bakke noted that we need to build up reserves, adding there are some tough decisions to be made over the next few months.

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in front of the new government building because there is a big lip between the sidewalk and curb. The lip runs the full width of the building, about three sidewalk sections, but the sidewalk is in good condition. The option of mud jacking was discussed and it was agreed that Nordsving should look into the cost. A motion also passed for him to spend $1,000 to get a new air compressor for the city shop to replace the old one. Nordsving also discussed with the council what remains to be done in preparation for Canton Day Off. He needs a map of the fence layout for the area that will be enclosed and estimated about 900 feet will need to be covered. The City has about 400 feet of fence and will use barricades in some areas to keep the fences to a minimum, but will need to obtain some additional fencing. Nordsving will also be getting paint for the pumphouse, pressure washing the garage by Town Hall and contacting the county to sweep the streets to help Canton look its best for the celebration.

The council also discussed the need for many trees to be trimmed along Main Street so that roads and sidewalks are clear. The City will be sending notices to property owners with trees in need of trimming. They will be given three business days to do the necessary trimming before the City will do the work and assess the owner. Councilor Cindy Shanks passed out information cards for the 135th Canton Day Off on August 15-17. The cards provide the history of the celebration, as well as a schedule of events, and will be in local visitor centers and distributed to Canton alumni. Registration for events and t-shirts are available at www.cantondayoff. com. Additional events have already been added, so check online for the most up-to-date schedule. Also, food vendors are still needed. If interested, please contact the City Clerk’s office at (507) 743-5000. The next regular meeting of the Canton City Council is on Wednesday, August 13, at 7 p.m.

He suggested the board look at comp time and overtime use. Bakke said that in his opinion some benefits need to be adjusted, adding the county’s insurance

reimbursement is generous. Some adjustments will help in the long term.

ROB & BETTIE BUNKE

MOvINg AUCTION . . . AND OThERs . . . ATVs • Mowers • Glassware • Linens ... & much more

DARR ONLINE AUCTION www.darrauctions.com 5 BIDDING DAYS!

Bidding Starts Ending on SUNDAY July 20th at 5:30pm Only a Partial List: VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT 1990 Fleetwood Sixty Special Cadillac, JD 855 diesel w/ loader-canvas cab-3pt, 5’ King Kutter, 6’ 3pt blade, 26’ utility trailer, 16’ livestock trailer, 17’ 1978 Crestliner w/trailer & 70 hsp Johnson motor, JD riding mower w/snow blower attachment, JD 185 Hydro mower, 2011 Gravely 260 diesel, Husqvarna riding mower, Polaris Ranger, Honda Rancher, Suzuki Vinson 4x4, Electric Bad Boy 4x4, 2500 psi pressure washer; SPORTING GOODS portable ice fishing house, fishing tackle, golf balls, snow shoes, (2) newer black powder shotguns, ammunition, compound bow, motorized target practice; MISC stackable chairs, patio table & chairs, power & hand tools, copy-fax-scan machines, boxes of new light bulbs, 8’ aluminum step ladder, (2) 10’x20’ portable canvas garages, LARGE INVENTORY of GOOD GLASSWARE and CLEAN LINENS, globe; FURNITURE & ANTIQUES trunk, mirrored dressers, crock, dining room table & chairs, sofa & love seat, wardrobe; COLLECTIBLES marbles, pocket knives, prints include Sieve-Redlin-Hansel, oil paintings, bayonet, Hotwheels, jewelry, toy tractors in box, beer collectibles, brass items, pedal car. Terms: MN sales tax & 10% buyer prem. added to all purchases. All items sold “as is”. Buyer confirming validity & condition. All buyer’s must pick up & pay for items on pickup day. If you’re not able to make pickup day, please don’t bid. VIEwING DAYS: WED., July 16th 3pm-7pm; SUN., July 20th 11am-3pm PICkUP DAY: MON., July 21st 8am-7pm Location: Darr Auctions Warehouse - 909 Larson Lane Rushford, MN Look for directional signs.

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Monday, July 14, 2014

Fountain City Council discusses sinkhole By Barb Jeffers Fountain resident Jason Sethre attended the July city council meeting held on July 3, 2014 to request assistance in dealing with an ongoing sinkhole problem on his property. According to Sethre this is the third sinkhole that has developed on the property. Sethre explained the first two seem to have been managed but the current sinkhole continually redevelops despite his best attempts to fill it in and is a danger to the public. The city will dig an approximate six foot wide path to investigate how deep the sinkhole is and will attempt to fill it in with coarse rock. Consent agenda items approved included minutes from the June 5, 2014 regular meeting, Treasurer’s report, and monthly city and fire department bills. John Hanson, City Maintenance employee, discussed the method

of notifying residents of hydrant flushing. An ad will be placed in the Fillmore County Journal notifying residents prior to hydrants being flushed. Hanson notified the council that there are items at the brush dump that are not supposed to be there including particle board. Hanson will inform Police Chief Mosher to investigate. If the activity continues the brush dump may be kept locked once again with residents needing a key to enter the brush dump. The water tower was cleaned the day of the meeting and has some surface rust. The water tower has never been painted and the council will discuss whether to put painting in the budget at the August meeting. One additional bid for blacktopping Third Street and Pine Street has been received. Hanson will

inform the council when all bids have been received. City Clerk Ronda Flattum reported that she and Jim Schott attended the Preston Ambulance Appreciation on June 18, 2014. Flattum noted that in 2013 Preston Emergency Services members volunteered 21,646 hours. The dates for residents to file for Mayor of Fountain and two council positions are July 29 -August 12, 2014. The fee to file is $2. Chief Mosher was unable to attend the meeting but filed a report. June 5 - Report of two young boys riding go-cart on neighbor’s property. Spoke with boys and mother. Problem solved. June 6 - Report of items missing from an empty apartment. Report filed for insurance purposes. June 7 - Trail Days went well. June 15 - Report of a child custody dispute. Issue resolved for now.

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County June 17 - Report of three light bulbs broke out and one light bulb socket fixture broke at pavilion at city park. June 20 - Radar in squad was recertified as required annually. June 26 - Received complaint about three young boys on bicycles at Westside Lane park damaging toys and using vulgar language towards a young girl. Hanson and Chief Mosher have suspects in mind and are monitoring the parks the best they can. June 30 - Animal licenses were due. Once again many residents are not compliant. Many hours have been spent by Mosher and Flattum sending letters and making calls. Residents will be given 10 days upon notification of lapse in animal license to get the animal licensed or a $50 citation will be sent. In Old Business, proposed chain mounts by AT&T were discussed

with the council expressing the need for an improved image of what the water tower would look like after installation. Flattum will contact AT&T with the request. Equipment from the former cable company is still in town and the company has had ample time to remove the equipment, stated Mayor Kujath. The city will contact the company to have equipment removed. The council approved a building permit for Jim Schott with Schott abstaining. Approved Resolution #189 Appointing Election Judges Joan Clement, Lynn Larson, Bill Bentson, and Ronda Flattum with Darlene Peterson as a backup judge. Two possible sites need to get approval to spread biosolids from sewer pumping. Meeting adjourned. Next regular meeting will be August 7, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.

COMPLETE FARM RETIREMENT

A u c t i o n

Lunch by Gleasons

Saturday, July 26, 2014 - 9:00am Sale to be conducted at

9218 Saint Ave., Cresco, IA DIRECTIONS: 3 miles west of Cresco, Iowa on Hwy 9 or 5 miles east of junction Hwy 63 & 9 at Davis Corners then 3/4 miles north. Follow auction arrows. AUCTIONEER NOTE: As Bob has rented his farm out this past year and is retiring from farming he will sell his very clean, well maintained always shedded farm equipment at public auction. Must be seen to be appreciated. Don’t miss this auction. J.D. 4450 P.S. front weights clamp on duals, new rubber, 3746 hrs., S.N. 006040 Radial tires White #435 soil saver 9 shank Gienco 3 pt. 11 shank soil saver J.D. #1100 22’ 3 pt. field cultivator w/mulcher White #264 16’ Wheel disk I.H.C. #720 4x18 A.S.R. plow J.D. 24’ 4 section pull drag w/bar 18’ 3 Section drag w/bar J.D. 7000 4-38” planter D.F., Insect, row cleaners w/bean plates

TRACTORS J.D. 3010 D. N. F. 3pt. 9135 hrs. S.N. 29958 TILLAGE & HARVESTING EQUIPMENT J.D. 450 12’ grain drill w/grass seed Walsh 200 gal sprayer w/8 row boom N.H. 489 Haybine J.D. 640 hay rake 1998 J.D. #566 round baler net wrap, kicker bar Gehl 420 10 wheel rake Dakon 4-38” 3 pt. cultivator I.H.C. 430 baler

I.H.C. 756 D. W. F. 9330 hrs. overhauled S.N. 1562854

Brady 2 row flail chopper w/hood Gehl #99 Blower 540 P.T.O. w/ gooseneck Arts Way 4 row stalk chopper N.I. #327 2 row corn picker 12 roll hushing bed N.I 2 row corn picker 8 roll hushing bed

MISC. EQUPMENT H&S #235 spreader w/lift gate McKee Sno lander Model 750 snowblower J.D. 7’ side mtd. mower Arts Way Grixxer mixer mill 4 Row rotary hoe pull type Dump Truck box trailer w/hoist J&M #370 gravity box w/J&M running gear 2) Kory #270 gravity boxes w/ running gears

Kory #170 gravity boxes w/running gears J.D. Barge box w/hoist and J.D. gear Calmar Barge box w/hoist and J.D. 1064 gear 6’x14’ Flatbed 2” floor and hoist J.D. gear Win Power model 12-20 generator on cart Bale probe fits 620 loader FARM MISC.

18.4 x 38 Tractor chains 15.5 x 38 Tractor chains Air compressor J.D. Cal 3 narrow quick hitch 2 - 10 bu. hog feeders Drop cords Tools power and hand Hyd. cylinder 2 - 16’ Wood feed bunks

Husky 60 bu. hog Nuts & bolts feeder Heat houser for 3010 Hog trough Milk cans Gutter grates Foldup pickup rack 200+ Steel posts Fomey model 240 Wood posts welder Cattle panels & gates 34’ Wood ext. ladder Bin sweep for 21’ bin Aireation lube Silo doors Chicken feeders Elect. fences Milker buckets 2 1/2 H.P. elect. motor Shot gun cans Log chains Hardy 1000 power Fencing supplies washer Many more farm related items

3 pt. Bale mover Barge box w/Westendorf running gear and hoist Kewanee #600 50’ elevator /truck hopper Kewanee #500 50’ elevator w/ truck hopper Malco 6’x30’ auger w/elec. motor Kewanee 28’x8” auger P.T.O. 4”x12’ auger w/elect. motor

Consigned by Kevin & Dale Dietzenbach 563-419-5875 1989 Gehl 3510 skid loader w/2 buckets J.D. #660 5 bar rake Hyd. lift I.H.C. 183 8x38” c-shank cultivator folding wings I.H.C. 183 4x38” c-shank cultivator 6” Unloading auger for 24’ bin w/ elec. motor Kewanee #500 50’ elevator

robert dietzenbach, owner 563-547-3728

SPrinG VaLLeY SaLeS co.

For more info contact auction company www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com

SALE ARRANgEd ANd CONduCTEd by SPRINg vALLEy SALES COMPANy AuCTIONEERS: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 RINgMAN: Roger Becker CLERk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163.

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Monday, July 14, 2014

There was spirit in Harmony on July 4 By Barb Jeffers The colors of red, white, and blue poured into the town of Harmony, Minn. during this year’s long Independence Day weekend. With July 4 falling on a Friday, many people enjoyed a three day weekend to take in all of the festivities the town had to offer. The Harmony Conservation Club got the weekend underway early sponsoring the Beer Tent and a DJ on Thursday night and continuing their support on Friday morning with the Pancake Breakfast at the Harmony Fire Hall. Keith McIntosh, President of the Harmony Conservation Club, along with many enthusiastic volunteers provided a delicious hot breakfast of pancakes, sausage and drinks for a steady crowd streaming in all morning. One of the younger volunteers flipping pancakes was Teigen Miller, 13, who seemed to have the procedure perfected, even serving royalty. Miss Harmony Sara Schultz, First Attendant Leah Scheevel, and Second Attendant Katie Kotek each ate breakfast to begin their busy day and said the food was very good. A Best Shot 9 Hole Golf Tournament began at 9 a.m. on Friday morning with friends and family enjoying a day hitting the links at the Harmony Golf Course. Josh Whalen of Chatfield stated he wasn’t golfing but “came down for the fun” saying he was born and raised in Harmony as was his friend Dick Erickson of Farmington, Minn. who did participate in the tourney. One particular group seemed to be having a lot of fun while waiting to get on the golf course. Sisters Michelle Guttormson and

Diane Bigalk along with their friend Nina Kjarland talked and laughed with each other, not only looking forward to golfing but spending the day together also. Hammell Equipment sponsored a state sanctioned Kiddie Pedal Pull for the fourth consecutive year which brought a large crowd of participants and supporters. River Valley Pedal Tractor Pulls from Osceola, Wis. qualified children in different age groups to enter in the State Pedal Tractor Pull held in the middle of September. The top three finishers in each age group received trophies and every child who pulled received a can of pop. Briggs Gregor, 4, attended the pedal pull with his brother, Brock, and parents Adam and Patty of Waterville, Minn. The Gregors were in town visiting family members Randy and Tanny Mayer and the entire family was very happy to see Briggs win his first place trophy. Briggs received a liver transplant in April 2014 and his elated family cheered him on as he finished his pull and Briggs was just as happy for Brock when he won his first place trophy. A big hit again this year was the Toad Races with Mark Haugerud struggling to keep them under control - the kids - and the toads! Haugerud did a fantastic job providing the children and the audience with a very entertaining contest. A few adults even “jumped” at the chance to race a toad of their own (or a borrowed one) and get in on the action themselves. One year old Rose Otto, with a little help from her mother, Sarah, and her frog won in the 0-4 year old division and was happy to get a prize. Prizes were donated by The Village Depot and each entrant

received a movie pass from the JEM Theatre. Additional kid’s fun could be found in Selvig Park with bounce houses and mini-golf sponsored in part by Schriever Farms. Face painting and temporary tattoos also kept the children busy and happy through Independence Day. Lauren Mensink, 10, daughter of Kari and Chris Mensink of Preston was hitting the golf ball well, as was Sophie Onsager, 10, of Harmony who is the daughter of Shannon Onsager and Melissa Kiehne. For most people a large part of Independence Day celebrations is the food. The City of Harmony did not disappoint with a wide variety of food and drinks for everyone to choose from and few if any walked away hungry. The Harmony United Methodist Church served up smoked pork chops with sides and pork burgers were offered by the Fillmore County Pork Producers. The Harmony Lions Club cooked up brats, hot dogs and barbeques with member Allan Dahl, otherwise known as the grill master, cooking the brats and hot dogs to perfection. Stumpy’s concessions sold such large slices of pizza. Each was a meal itself. Ice cream in several flavors provided a cool treat for many as the Fillmore County ADA wagon was very busy and for those with different tastes the Pony Espresso provided smoothies and coffee drinks. A Grand Kiddie Parade was held with the theme this year of ‘Spirit of Harmony’ and the children showed their spirit by wearing everything red, white, and blue and decorating parade units in

Seven EMTs added to Mabel Ambulance By Hannah Wingert The Mabel City Council met on June 11, 2014 at 7 p.m. All council members were present. The city had accepted sealed bids for the 2004 Chevy Impala police car that is no longer being used by the police department. The bids were opened at the council meeting. A bid from Steve Michael in the amount of $1,260 was accepted. The minutes from the June 11, 2014 meeting were reviewed and approved. The monthly bills were reviewed and approved for payment. City Clerk Karen Larson presented the Fire Relief 2014 SC-14 Form Approval to the council. She noted that there currently is not a deficit and no levy will be needed. The form was approved. The council passed a motion to increase the Fire Relief Pension from $600 to $650 as there was no increase last year and funds are currently available. The primary election will be held August 12 from 7-8 p.m. Nathan Manning will be the head judge. The other judges will be Linda Kowalsky, Dee

Ann Erickson, Donna Johnson, and Lavonne Mengis. Joan Manning will be the alternate. Spring Grove city council member, Lorilyn Dehning, arranged for a bus to pick up children in Mabel throughout the summer to take them to the Spring Grove swimming pool. The bus is sponsored by Poet Biorefining and has been well received so far. There will be several more pick-ups this summer, and the council is considering continuing the program next summer. The activity is open to all kids, not just the ones in the Mabel Summer Rec program. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Public Works Department Director Robert Miereau informed the council that the cement slab for one of the picnic shelters at the park has partially sunk into the ground as a result of the flooding in June, 2013. He recommended that the cement be re-poured and the legs of the canopy refastened to make them more stable. The project will cost $4,675 and Miereau will look into finding sponsors for it. A

motion was passed to make the repairs. The buildings at 121, 125, and 114 Main Street were discussed as the city now owns those properties. Karen Larson will obtain details on an EDA loan for upkeep as the city decides what to do with the buildings. The ownership of a tax forfeited property in Mabel has been reverted to the state of Minnesota. The City of Mabel has the opportunity to purchase the property. If it is used for public use, the city only has to pay the price of the deed. Miereau suggested converting it into a through alley. A motion was passed to that end. An application from the Hes-

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the same colors. Prizes included movie passes donated by JEM Theatre, mini golf passes donated by Niagara Cave, and Harmony Dollars from the Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce. Joe and Lantha Stevens were honored as Grand Marshals of the Grand Parade and the parade lived up to its name with floats, cars, tractors, local royalty, fire trucks, the Fillmore Central Marching Band and so much more. Brooke Lenz, 7, was happily watching the parade with her grandparents, Mark and Sue Lenz of Harmony, and was adorable with her painted face and shirt which read “American Cutie” in red, white and blue. The fun did not stop after the parade as Nativity Catholic Church brought many hoping to yell, “Bingo” and the “Little Blue Choo” offered free train rides sponsored by the First Southeast Bank of Harmony & Canton. Music by the Jim Busta Band with “Mollie B” made time spent in Selvig Park even more festive thanks to the sponsorship of the First Southeast Bank of Harmony & Canton, Harmony Enterprises, and the Harmony Park Board and Karaoke Joe rounded out the evenings music sponsored by the Harmony Conservation Club. The much anticipated fireworks display ended the evening with a bang and the light from the fireworks shone on smiling faces of all ages. The highlight of Independence Day, the fireworks, was brought to the viewers by the First Southeast Bank of Harmony & Canton, and the Harmony Firemen’s Relief Association. The Harmony Volunteer Fire Department provided memories to families scattered all over town with their impressive fireworks display. The fifth annual Harmony Hustle got participants up and run-

ning on Saturday morning with a 10K run, a 5 K Run/Walk and a 1K Kids Challenge to benefit Habitat for Humanity and then the fun continued in Selvig Park once again. The Harmony Area Community Foundation sponsored an Old Fashioned Kiddie Carnival with free games and popcorn for kids and mini golf was as popular on Saturday as it was the day before. The Chugging Along for a Cure ACS Relay for Life team offered hot dogs, chips, ice cream cones and drinks for a quick and easy lunch in the park. Relay for Life teams were very involved in Harmony’s celebration weekend including many from the Alex’s Angels team giving temporary tattoos and selling jewelry, bracelets and t-shirts. A weekend bringing friends and family together lingered into Sunday morning with an Ecumenical Service in the park followed by a brunch served by the Bodacious Broads ACS Relay for Life Team. Four days of celebration in Harmony created a vast amount of great memories for those who spent the entire weekend or a few hours and everyone involved in this monumental undertaking from the Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce, local businesses, and individual residents should be proud of their accomplishment. These people can now breathe a sigh of relief for a job well done. Although their rest will not be long as planning for an event this size needs to begin soon for next year’s celebration. These hard working volunteers will then take a deep breath and begin again to show the spirit of Harmony. To view hundreds of photos from Harmony’s Fourth of July Celebration 2014 visit the Fillmore County Journal’s facebook page.

per-Mabel Historical Society for a temporary liquor license was received and reviewed. The council approved the application. A public hearing for a variance was set for Thursday, July 24 at 5 p.m. The council reviewed the ordinance that will allow Mabel residents to have an extra water meter installed on their properties for irrigation purposes. The ordinance was amended to have a $225 one-time rental fee and $3.95 per 1,000 gallons of water charge. A bid packet for the Main

Street lighting project was approved for advertising. Bids will be presented at the August 13 council meeting. The city was granted an extension on the Minnesota Twins “Fields for Kids” grant. The project will be finished this summer. Larson was pleased to announce that seven individuals took and passed the class to become EMTs and several have already gone out on ambulance runs. The meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be held August 13, 2014 at 7 p.m.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY, JULY 15

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16

•Semcac Bus to Rochester, bus picks up for shopping, 9:35am at Chic’s, Preston; 10am at Fountain State Bank. Call 800-944-3874 to ride. •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Lakewood Apartments, 420 Bench Street SW, Chatfield, MN. •Bingo, 11am, Rushford Tenborg Center.* •Despicable Me 2, 1pm, Chatfield Public Library. •Bloodmobile, 1-7pm, Harmony Community Center. To make an appointment call Marilyn at 507937-3406. •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*

•Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-4pm, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley.*

•“Red, Wine & Blue” Wine Tasting, 6-8pm, Rushford American Legion. $13 in advance. $15 at the door. •AA Class “Road’s Journey,” 8pm, 301 E. Franklin St., Spring Valley (a yellow house).*

•Bluff Country ATV Club meeting, 10am, Stumpy’s, Rushford. •Thunderground Open Space Arts Retreat, 10am-1pm, DreamAcres Farm. Dance masterclass with THURSDAY, JULY 17 Denise A. •Free Senior Coffee and •Jordan Town Hall Summer FRIDAY, JULY 18 Homemade Dessert, 9am, Clara Celebration, 6-10pm, Stone Barn •Storyteller, Katie Knutson, 10am, House of Harmony.* at the Anderson residence, 32501 Chatfield Public Library. •Birthday Party with Casey & the 171st Ave. Chatfield. •Poet, Painter, and Children’s Good Timers, 10:30am, Rushford •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Author Agnes Maria Trifontaine Tenborg Center. in Lanesboro, noon tea, Beste Byen Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For •Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Upstairs Gallery. more info, call 507-251-1771 or Library. No school, no story hour.* 765-2518.* •Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, •Poet, Painter, and Children’s Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Author Agnes Maria Trifontaine Fillmore St. Chatfield.* SUNDAY, JULY 20 in Lanesboro, noon tea, Beste •41st Annual Ice Cream Social, •Ignition, 8:30pm, DreamAcres Byen Upstairs Gallery. 6pm, Pilot Mound Lutheran Farm. •TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) Church, rural Chatfield. meeting, Spring Valley Care Center •Fountain AA Group closed SATURDAY, JULY 19 Activity Room. Weigh-in from meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 5:15-5:30pm. Meeting from 5:30Lutheran Church, South Main St. 6:15pm. Questions contact Judy at 9-11am, 1300 West Tracy Rd., and Highway 52.* Spring Valley, MN.* 507-346-2469. •“House” concert, 8pm, •Lanesboro Farmers’ Market, •“Music in the Park” 45th DreamArcres Farm. Susan Enan. Anniversary, 6-7:30pm, Chatfield 9-noon, Sylvan Park.* City Park. FREE*

MONDAY, JULY 21 •Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.* •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN.*

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At Wildwood Grove, we have a sincere desire to create a working environment that permits each employee to enjoy self-development and satisfaction in their job, while contributing to the Wildwood Grove philosophy: “We are committed to serving every individual with respect at all times. It is the kind of respect we could wish for if our roles were reversed.

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EMPLOYMENT Spring Valley Senior Living is currently looking for a Full-time Facilities Director to plan and direct the operations of the environmental services department throughout the facility. Work hours are primarily Monday through Friday, Saturdays as needed and on-call. Special Class Boiler’s License required, associate’s or bachelor’s degree in building and facilities maintenance preferred. Previous supervisory experience a plus. To apply send resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or e-mail hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h7,14-o GREAT MONEY FROM HOME with our Free Mailer Program. Live Operators on Duty NOW! 1-800-707-1810 EXT 801 or Visit WWW.PACIFICBROCHURES. COM (MCN)

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REAL ESTATE

Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

122 W. TraCy rd., Spring vaLLey • $124,900

508 n. SeCTion, Spring vaLLey • $84,900

Character & charm! Hardwood floors, original woodwork, crown molding, open staircase, formal dining, large eat in kitchen and main floor bedroom w/half bath. Upper level features 3 bedrooms & 1 full bath. Lower level features family room, laundry & 3/4 bath w/shower. Large covered deck, 2 stall garage w/addt’l 280 sq ft added to back. Enclosed front porch & large back yard. New furnace 2013!

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92 main St., FoUNtaIN Excellent location in Fountain just west of Drury’s. Spacious retail area with possibilities for retail, offices, antiques - use all as one or divide into rentable spaces. Super parking, plus green space. Historic Jailhouse with 2 cells, adds to the charm!

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Investment property - this affordable 2 bedroom home offers efficient living, near the Upper Iowa River, in Granger, with 2 car garage. Seller had tiled around perimeter, new furnace in 2007 and updated septic. $43,500

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107 SpRUCE St SE., FOUNtAiN

Newer Home • 4 Bedroom • 3 Baths • Wood Floors • Master Bath • 6-Panel Doors • Heated 3 Car Garage 804 AUBURN AVE. S, LANESBORO • Large Deck • Large Bedroom • Vaulted Ceilings • Dining Room • Living Room •.48/Acre Lot • Vinyl Siding • Ranch Home On Large Lot • Open Floor Plan • Main Floor Kitchen Nook & Bar • Maintenance Free Siding • Dead Original Woodwork • 2 Kitchenettes Laundry • Private Deck • 2+Garage • Large LL Family Room End Street • Backs up to the Park

12995 County 15, haRmoNy

Surrounded by a mature windbreak this 4 bedroom, 2 story offers tons of living space. Open staircase, walk up attic, CA, deck and patio. Attached 2 car garage. Plus sheds, workshop, and garage space, additional land option. Call today! $249,900

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1015 Ridge Rd. S., PReStoN HOME & SHOP: 3 bedroom home on South Hill, Preston with panoramic views! Att 1 car garage. Plus heated work shop/garage with overhead doors all on acreage for $169,900. Additional land available up to 10 acres - call for details.

600 4th St. Ne, haRmoNy

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

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Charming two story home. Beautiful oak hardwoods throughout the home, an open staircase, 6 panel doors, new kitchen flooring. The full basement & updated circuit breaker. Attached 2 car garage and wonderful yard. $139,900

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Super location across from the winery in Lanesboro. Great location for a boutique or office. Updates include: windows, doors, shingles, rain gutters, circuit breaker, furnace, hot water heater, half bath, & wall AC . Hanging sign post from front of building! Call today!

210 Center St. w, haRmoNy Well maintained and beautifully landscaped, 4 bedroom home. Original woodwork,9 ft. ceilings, pillars, decorative moldings, hardwood floors, and original cabinetry. Full basement, walk up attic, CA, 3 season porch, deck, & flower gardens. $89,900

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

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

15980 County 21, haRmoNy

110 Spruce St. Se, FoUNtaIN

Ideally located on a dead end street this 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home has lots to offer. Custom hardwood floors, open staircase, 2 fireplaces, 9 ft ceilings. Master bedroom with en suite. LL finished. Insulated 3 car attached garage. $245,000

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Large Ranch • 4 bedrooms • 3 baths • Hardwood floors • 3-car heated garage • large deck • patio • main floor laundry COMMERCiAL BUiLdiNg - LANESBORO Great opportunity to own large commercial • master bath • large corner lot

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101 pLEASANt St., LANESBORO 26011 gLAdiOLA 3 Bedrooms • Main Floor Laundry • Updated Kitchen • LANE, LANESBORO Formal Living Room • Dining Room • Kitchen Dining •

Deer Ridge • Spectacular Home • Unique Floor Plan • 5 Bdm • 4 Baths • In-Floor Heat In House & Garage • Western Cedar Ceilings • Hickory Floors • Family Room W/30’ Ceilings That Includes Floor To Ceiling Windows To Enjoy Wonderful Scenery & Wildlife • Master Shower With Heated Floor • Must See

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Main Floor Living • 2 Large Bedrooms • Open Floor Plan • 2-sided Fireplace • Formal Living • Dining Room • Kitchen Island 24.84 acres – Hobby Farm • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • Main Floor Laundry • Covered Porch • Private Patio • Main Floor Laundry • Main Floor Bedroom • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • D/O • Mudroom • New Furnace • New C/A • New Windows • Heated 936 sq. ft. Garage • New 36x60 Shop $239,900 with Heat, Air and Bathroom • Horse Barn • Barn with Large Shed • Kennels • Patio • Enclosed Porch

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313 W. granT ST., Spring vaLLey • $89,900

Very appealing home with character and charm. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, formal dining room & living room combination. Original woodwork, hardwood floors, and arched doorways. You’ll love the bright kitchen with oak cupboards and stainless steel sink with kitchen window. Finished family room in lower level. Single car garage w/asphalt drive & storage shed located across from park. Priced to sell!

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

Totally updated and remodeled 5 bedroom 3 bath home. Open and bright kitchen/dining room area with center island and stainless steel appliances with patio doors leading to maintenance free deck. Large master bedroom with master bath. Neutral flooring throughout. The lower level is finished with 2 large bedrooms, spacious family room with egress windows and entertainment area which includes wet bar with granite countertops. Also updated 3/4 bath with walk in shower. This property is in move in condition!

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708 LyndaLe ave., Spring vaLLey • $129,000 712 LyndaLe ave., Spring vaLLey • $185,000

Beautiful one story home w/3 bedrooms on main level. Living room with gas fireplace, large back foyer area, large open & bright eat in kitchen w/center island and den/study all on the main floor. Lower level features family room w/new carpet, separate laundry area, storage room & room with workbench & shelves. Oversized 2 car garage, storage shed & cement drive. Newer perm siding & shingles.

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All updated and remodeled and ready for immediate occupancy. Main floor laundry, new countertops & cherry cabinets & s/ steel appliances in kitchen, freshly painted throughout, newly finished lower level with bath, family room & storage area. All newer flooring on main floor & lower level. This house has great landscaping & curb appeal. See attached Supplement for list of improvements.

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511 New St., whalaN

A get away or a place to stay, this 3 bedroom home offers a great yard and an easy walk to the Root River Trail and Root River. Main floor bedroom & bath. 2 car & 1 car detached garages with storage. Garden space and beautiful scenery! $89,900

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

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36117 Dogwood Rd., laNeSboRo

1900’s One Room School House only 4 miles south of Lanesboro. Mature trees offer shade and privacy. 10 x 22 garage. Set up as a one room cabin, full basement, radiant heat and kitchen area. Steel roof, vinyl siding, and new windows.

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

317 Fillmore St. w, PReStoN Super 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home sets high with nice view and easy access to Root River Trail. Large mudroom/entry off kitchen with extra cabinets and laundry. Nice deck for entertaining. Two off street parking spaces. $79,900

bUIlDING lotS: South hill Preston: City limits, City Utilities

Lot A) 4 acres mostly woods - great buildable site, $55,000 Lot B) almost a half acre lot with good sized storage building, $35,000 Lots C & D) approx 1/3 of an acre building lot, $30,000

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

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260 1st St Nw, haRmoNy Semi private backyard! 4 bedroom home with a lot to offer. Oak hardwoods. Updated eat-in kitchen. Lower level with 2nd kitchen, 3/4 bath, family room, and bedroom. Attached 2 car garage. $114,900

An ExcEptionAl opportunity!! Well established Antique Mall. Built in 2008 located on Hwy 52 with excellent exposure. Includes: real estate, business, equipment, & fixtures. Antique Mall area, separate commercial space, plus 1 garage 3 bays. Call today for more information!

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

401 hillcrest St. e, laNeSboRo

10207 County 116, haRmoNy

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

Over 125 ft. of frontage on the Upper Iowa River with good river access. Electric, private well and newer septic. This property also has a one car garage. The perfect spot for camping, parking your RV, or building a home. $34,500

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Affordable living in Greenleafton. Home is packed with nice features! Custom built oak cabinets, finished basement with gas fireplace. Att 1 car garage, patio door to deck with country views. $87,500

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Move in ready 3 bedroom home with great location and open views from back yard. Open & bright living space. Master bedroom walk in closet. Lower level family room. Maintenance free exterior. Composite decking & LL patio with hot tub, super for summer enjoyment!

XXX Dupont St., laNeSboRo

Vacant lot in Lanesboro on dead end street, surveyed & buildable. Excellent view of the north bluff. 36854 Dogwood Rd Lanesboro SOLD 45742 Cty 29 Mabel SOLD 400 Dupont St Lanesboro SOLD 215 5th St SW Harmony SOLD 230 2nd Ave SW Harmony SOLD 605 Lincoln St Preston SOLD 131 Main St Caledonia PenDing 30 3rd Ave nW Harmony PenDing 23824 Holly Rd Lanesboro PenDing 625 1st Ave SW Harmony PenDing

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Adorable 2/1 folk Victorian within walking distance of downtown Lanesboro. Bluff views and many updates. $115,000, 608-397-9662. r30,7,14,21-o

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332 Cedar Street, Fountain, Minnesota Spacious 3 level split w/ 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Large 2-car garage, located on large lot w/ several shade trees and Beautiful Flowers. New Roof (2011), 3 bedroom on one floor, large kitchen w/ breakfast area, large dining room, family room and ¾ bath on lower level, all electric heat.

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Downsizing Sale: Thursday, July 17 from 1-5pm and Friday, July 18 from 8am-5pm at 700 Trisdahl Court, Rushford. Ladies clothes - size 12-18, shoes - size 8 medium, sheets, tablecloths, aprons, dolls, purses, live plants, flower pots, vases, baskets, jewelry, cookbooks, suitcases, glassware, holiday decor, embroidered dish towels. g14-o

The family of Roland Hanson would like to thank family and friends for their expression of sympathy in the loss of our husband, father, and grandfather. Special thanks to Gunderson Harmony Health Care for the love and care he received while there, also Harmony Ambulance for their professional care, Winneshiek Medical Center and Gunderson Lutheran Clinic at Decorah. Pastor LeRoy Haynes for his visits, words of comfort and the funeral service. The Presbyterian women for serving the noon lunch and to Charlie Warner for his music. All who called, sent cards, flowers, food, memorials and shared words of comfort and prayers. Special thanks to Miria Hall-Schuster for staying at the hospital night to help care for Grandpa. The family of Roland Hanson Carole, Cindy and Steve Sanchez Doug and Heidi Hanson Allen and Sandy Hanson Jane Hall Morris and Laryssa Hanson Kate and Jack Opalinski t14-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

John Scheevel Reunion. July 19 at Eric’s. 17205 Co. 15, Preston. If you wish to visit with us, come after 3:00 p.m. n14-x

Saturday, July 19 from 9am-5pm. Garage sale in the barn. Lots of good horse equipment, household items, mis. Worth the drive. Rain or shine. Everything inside. East of Lanesboro. Follow the signs. 38596 Dew Drop Rd. g14-o

WANTED The Rushford Days Committee would like YOUR talent! The Rushford celebration will hold an open talent show for anyone interested. Each act will be limited to 10 minute stage presence, emceed by Rushford’s very own TROUBLE SHOOTER band. Acts will perform Saturday, July 19th, in the fest tent, downtown Rushford, 2 to 5pm. If interested, please email: Johnson.barb@ acegroup.cc or cell: 507-421-5472. w7,14-o Wanted: Cropland, farms, hunting land. Call 608-3853212. Roger D. Johnson, Land Broker Auctioneer. Licensed MN, SD, WI, IL. w3tfn-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 ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLESWANTED. Cash paid for Harley Davidson, Indian or other motorcycles and related parts from 1900 thru 1970. Any condition. Midwest collector will pick up anywhere. Phone 309-645-4623 (MCN) WE ARE PRAYING for a newborn to love. Open hearted, loving couple wishing you would call. Authorized Medical & legal expenses PAID. Please call Lisa & Frank 1-885-236-7812 (MCN)

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Thank you to everyone who shared in the joyous celebration celebrating 150 years of Saetersdal Lutheran Church’s Christian ministry in our community. God blessed us with a day filled with worship, song, laughter and fellowship. Again, thank you for adding to our wonderful church-family memories. God has truly blessed us. The Congregation of Saetersdal Lutheran Church t14-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We wish to thank our Children for the fantastic 50th Anniversary Party that they hosted. Fifty years of marriage is certainly a reason to celebrate! Thank you to all our friends and family for all the lovely cards, flowers, gifts and for attending our party; we had a wonderful evening visiting with everyone. Thanks for making it an anniversary to remember. Lee and Diane Bigalk t14-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thank you KFIL for the four tickets to the Minnesota Zoo that I won at Dairy Night on the farm. Dallas Finseth t14-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Real Estate Court File No. 23-CV-14-341 Johnsons’ Rolling Acres, Partnership Plaintiff, Amended Summons vs. Wayfair Farms, Inc., Rita M. Kelly, Virginia K. Overland and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint herein, Defendants. THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon Plaintiff’s attorney an answer to the Complaint which is herewith served upon you, within Twenty (20) days after service of this Summons upon you, exclusive of the day of service. If you fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. This action involves, affects, or brings into question real property situated in the County of Fillmore, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: Dated: June 17, 2014 /s/ Matthew T. Nielson Attorney For Plaintiffs Krahmer & Nielsen PA 204 Lake Ave Ste 201 Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-9432 Publish 7, 14, 21

34 minutes 23 seconds West, a distance of 406.66 feet to a point on the southerly highway right-of-way line of County State Aid Highway No. 10, said right-of-way line being parallel with and 60.00 feet southerly (measured at right angles) of said highway centerline, said point also being on a nontangential circular curve having a radius of 1587.89 feet and a center radius which bears North 26 degrees 03 minutes 25 seconds West; thence northeasterly, along said curve and highway right-ofway, a distance of 264.87 feet through a central angle of 09 degrees 33 minutes 27 seconds to Fillmore County Engineer’s station 6414+00; thence South 35 degrees 36 minutes 52 seconds East, a distance of 25.00 feet; thence northeasterly, parallel with said curve, a distance of 63.34 feet through a central angle of 02 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds to Fillmore County Engineer’s station 6414+60; thence North 37 degrees 51 minutes 52 seconds West, a distance of 25.00 feet; thence northeasterly, along said curve and highway right-of-way line a distance of 91.84 feet through a central angle of 03 degrees 18 minutes 50 seconds to a point of a line lying parallel with and 200.00 feet south (measured at right angles) of the north line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes 53 seconds East, along said line, a distance of 440.15 feet to the point of beginning. 2. That Plaintiff is in the actual possession of said premises, 3. That Defendants claim, or appear of record to claim, some estate or interest in or lien thereon adverse to Plaintiff. 4. Wherefore, Plaintiff asks Judgment determining that it is the owner of the premises and that the Defendants herein have no estate or interest therein or lien thereon and for costs and disbursements herein. Dated: June 17, 2014 /s/ Matthew T. Nielsen Attorney for Plaintiff Krahmer & Nielsen PA 204 Lake Ave Ste 201 Fairmont, MN 56031 507-238-9432 Publish 7, 14, 21

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Real Estate Court Case No.: 23-CV-14-341 Johnsons’ Rolling Acres, Partnership Plaintiff, vs. Amended Complaint to Determine Adverse Claims Virginia K. Overland, Rita M. Kelly Wayfair Farms, Inc. and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint herein, Defendants. 1. That Plaintiff is the owner in fee of the following described premises, situated in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota: A tract of land in the Northeast Quarter of Section 15, Township 103 North, Range 8 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of said Section 15; thence South 00 degrees 42 minutes 48 seconds East, along the east line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 2625.68 feet to the East Quarter corner of said Section 15; thence North 89 degrees 37 minutes 42 seconds West, along the south line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 1441.06 feet to the east line of the west 71.5 acres of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 23 seconds West, along said east line, a distance of 2257.72 feet to a point at which said line intersects the west line of the east 86.5 acres of said Northeast Quarter; thence North 00 degrees 42 minutes 48 seconds West, along said west line, a distance of 366.95 feet to the north line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes 53 seconds East, along said north line, a distance of 1435.52 feet to the point of beginning. AND A tract of land in the West Half of the Northeast Quarter of Section 15, Township 103 North, Range 8 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota described as follows: Commencing at the North Quarter comer of said Section 15; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes 53 seconds East, along the north line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 1186.97 feet to the northeast comer of the West 71.5 acres of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15; thence South 00 degrees 34 minutes 23 seconds East, along the east line of said West 71.5 acres, a distance of 200.03 feet to the point of beginning said point being on a line lying parallel with and 200.00 feet south (measured at right angles) of the north line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15; thence continuing South 00 degrees 34 minutes 23 seconds East, along the east line of said 71.5 acres, a distance of 2424.63 feet to the south line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15; thence North 89 degrees 37 minutes 42 seconds West, along the south line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 1186.98 feet to the Southwest comer of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 23 seconds West, along the west line of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 1783.78 feet to a point lying 840.12 feet south (as measured along the west line of the Northeast Quarter) of the North Quarter comer of said Section 15; then South 89 degrees 40 minutes 07 seconds East, a distance of 396.50 feet; thence North 00 degrees

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-14-492 Estate of Donna Mae Winkels NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INTESTATE) Notice is given that an application for informal appointment of personal representative has been filed with the Registrar. No will has been presented for probate. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Dwaine Paul Winkels, whose address is 404 Ridge Circle, Albert Lea, MN 56007 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minn. Stat. 524.3607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate including, after 30 days for the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: June 27, 2014 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Personal Representative Name: Robert M. Maus Firm: Baudler Maus & Forman, LLP Street: 108 North Main Street City, State, ZIP: Austin, MN 55912 Attorney License No: 68950 Telephone: 507-433-2393 FAX: 507-433-9530 Email: rmaus@baudlerlaw.com Publish 7, 14

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Public Notice Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) propose to build a 189foot Self-Support Communications Tower. Anticipated lighting application is medium intensity dual red/white strobes. The Site location is County Highway 8, Fountain, Fillmore County, MN 55935, Lat: 43-4444.376, Long: -92-9-2.539. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Antennae Structure Registration (ASR, Form 854) filing number is A0908967. ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS – Interested persons may review the application (www. fcc.gov/asr/applications) by entering the filing number. Environmental concerns may be raised by filing a Request for Environmental Review (www.fcc.gov/asr/ environmentalrequest) and online filings are strongly encouraged. The mailing address to file a paper copy is: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554. HISTORIC PROPERTIES EFFECTS – Public comments regarding potential effects on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Natalie, n.kleikamp@ trileaf.com, 10845 Olive Blvd, Suite 260, St. Louis, MO 63141, 314-997-6111. Publish 14

Amherst Township meeting change notice The July meeting will be moved from Monday, July 14 to Tuesday July 15 at 8 p.m. Hugh Fendry Amherst Township Clerk Publish 7, 14

notice of filing City of Fountain, MN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the City of Fountain, Minnesota shall begin July 29, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. and close on August 12, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. Affidavits of candidacy shall be filed with the City Clerk, Ronda Flattum, at 104 Main Street, Fountain, Minnesota. Filing fee is $2.00. Offices to be filled are: 2) City Council Members – 4 year term 1) Mayor – 2 year term Ronda Flattum, City Clerk City of Fountain, Minnesota Publish 14, 21

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 July 29, 2014, and shall close at 4:00 o’clock p.m. on August 12, 2014. The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. At that election, four members will be elected to the School Board for terms of four (4) years each. (Will serve until January 1, 2019.) 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 12, 2014. Dated: 6/24/2014 BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD /s/ James Love School District Clerk #2198 Publish 14

City of Lanesboro Affidavits of Candidacy Filing Dates Pursuant to MN Statute 205.13 Subdivision 2, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Affidavits of Candidacy may be filed with the City of Lanesboro’s City Clerk’s Office for the following offices to be filled in the General Election held on November 4, 2014: Mayor for 2-year term Two (2) City Council Members for 4-year terms Affidavits of Candidacy must be completed at the City Clerk’s Office, 202 Parkway Avenue South, Lanesboro, MN, between July 29, 2014 and August 12, 2014 during regular business hours of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and until 5 p.m. on August 12, 2014. The filing fee is $2. David Todd City Administrator Publish 7, 14, 21, 28, 4, 11

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Summary of Minutes July 1, 2014 County Board Meeting The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press. The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: NONE The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda. • the following Consent Agenda: 1. June 24, 2014 County Board minutes. 2. June 24, 2014 Board of Appeal and Equalization minutes. 3. Payment of Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. invoice for Greenleafton Community Sanitary project professional services. • 2014 Fee Schedule • low quote from West Central Environment Consultants, Inc. for clandestine property testing contract. • low quote for SQL Server License from SHI for County Attorney’s Office. The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP, services $4,150.00 Continental Research Corp., supplies $752.63 Seachange Printing & Marketing Services, services $7,646.48 Sheldon Plumbing & Heating, Inc., services $1,018.09 University of MN Regents, services $16,632.51 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $30,199.71 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (31 bills - not listed) $6,163.70 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $36,363.41 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Crop Production Services, Inc., service $4,800.51 Dunn Blacktop Co., Inc., cold mix $2,036.60 Hovey Oil Co., Inc., fuel $18,280.12 Metal Culverts, Inc., culverts $7,601.92 Olson Explosives, Inc., chloride $566.00 Rochester Ford, services $573.66 Stantec Consulting Services, Inc., services $4,421.20 State of MN, services $1,545.39 Universal Truck Equipment, Inc., parts $606.00 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $40,431.40 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (7 bills - not listed) $990.78 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $41,422.18 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566. Publish 14

NOTICE OF FILING FOR ELECTION TO THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 239 RUSHFORD-PETERSON SCHOOLS STATE OF MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the filing period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the office of school board member of Independent School District #239 shall begin on Tuesday, July 29, 2014, and shall close at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12, 2014. The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. At that election, three (3) members will be elected to the Board of Education for a four (4) year term. Affidavits of Candidacy are available from the school district clerk designee, Laura Hahn, Rushford-Peterson Schools, 102 North Mill Street, Rushford, MN 55971. The filing fee for this office is $2.00. A criminal background check release form must be completed and a $15.00 fee must be paid at the time of filing. 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 candidates seeks election for 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 5:00 p.m. on August 12, 2014. BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD /s/ Julie Koop School District Clerk Publish 7, 14, 21

County Projects Bids Close July 28, 2014 Fillmore County, MN Notice to Contractors Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN until 1:30 p.m. on the 28th day of July, 2014, for the following project: SAP 023-599-171: Bridge Replacement, Approach Grading and Aggregate Base, located on 121st Ave., (Twp 408) over Kedron Brook, approximately 7.0 miles north of Spring Valley. Major quantities include structural & bridge slab concrete, reinforcement bars and prestressed concrete beams. Plan and proposal price is $50.00 picked up, and $55.00 if sent by US mail. Plans, Proposal and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. # 507-765-3854. Request for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany the bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: June 23, 2014 Ronald Gregg, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN Publish 30, 7, 14

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Official notice to contractors water treatment facility & PRV stateion Lanesboro, Minnesota The City of Lanesboro, Minnesota will receive sealed bids for the construction of the following items up until 2:00 P.M, Thursday, August 28, 2014, at the City Hall, 202 Parkway Avenue South, Lanesboro, Minnesota 55949, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. MAJOR BID ITEMS Proposal #1 General/Mechanical Proposal #2 Electrical & Controls Proposal #3 Watermain & PRV Stations Proposal #4 Turbine Pumps & Well Abandonment Proposal #5 Combination Bidding Documents are on file with the City Administrator, City of Lanesboro, Minnesota. Bidding Documents are available at http://www.questcdn.com for $20.00 by entering #3419694 on the Search Projects page. Bidding Documents may also be obtained from Davy Engineering Co., Consulting Engineers, 115 6th Street S., La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601, phone (608) 782-3130, upon receipt of a nonrefundable $100.00 a set. All Bidders submitting a bid to the City must obtain plans and specifications from one of these sources. The City Council, City of Lanesboro, Minnesota, reserves the right to reject any or all bids to waive any informality in bidding and to accept the bid most advantageous to the City. No bid shall be withdrawn after the opening of bids without the consent of the City for a period of sixty (60) days after the scheduled time of closing bids. A certified check payable to the City of Lanesboro or bid bond executed by the bidder and a licensed surety company in an amount equal to at least 5% of the maximum bid shall accompany each bid as a guarantee that if the bid is accepted, the bidder will execute and file the proposed contract and bonds within ten (10) days after the award of the contract. Both Federal Davis Bacon prevailing wages and State of Minnesota prevailing wages apply to this project. In addition, this project is subject to Equal Employment requirements and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) goals. Good faith efforts for DBE utilization are required in the procurement process. Bidders are to fill out Bidder’s Qualification forms furnished with the Bidding Documents. Forms are to be submitted separate from bids for review at the bid opening. Published by the authority of the City Council, City of Lanesboro, Minnesota. Steve Rahn, Mayor David Todd, City Administrator Publish 7, 14, 11

An ordinance amending ordinance No. 10-2010 )or section 91.99 of the Ostrander city code), Adopted on 8/23/2010, and titles “An ordinance relating to penalty.” The City Council of Ostrander ordains: Section 1. Ordinance No. 10-2010 (or Section 91.99 of the Ostrander City Code) adopted on 8/23/2010 and titled “Penalty” currently stating: § 91.99. PENALTY (A) Separate offenses. Each day a violation of this chapter is committed or permitted to continue shall constitute a separate offense and shall be punishable under this section. (B) Misdemeanor. Unless otherwise provided, violation of this chapter shall constitute a misdemeanor punishable as provided in § 10.99. (C) Petty Misdemeanor. Violations of §§ 91.02, 91.07, 91.13 and 91.14 are petty misdemeanors punishable as provided in § 10.99. is amended to read: § 91.99. PENALTY (A) Separate offenses. Each day a violation of this chapter is committed or permitted to continue shall constitute a separate offense and shall be punishable under this section. (B) Misdemeanor. Unless otherwise provided, violation of this chapter shall constitute a misdemeanor punishable ad provided in § 10.99. (C) Petty Misdemeanor. Violations of §§ 91.07, 91.13 and 91.14 are petty misdemeanors punishable as provided in § 10.99. This ordinance becomes effective from and after its passage and publication (or specify a date after its passage and publication). Passed by the City Council of Ostrander on 7/01/14. Approved: /s/ Pat Nesler Mayor Attested: /s/ Christine Hyrkas City Clerk Publish 14

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Date: SunriSe & SunSet 07/14/14 5:40am 8:48pm 07/15/14 5:41am 8:47pm 07/16/14 5:42am 8:46pm 07/17/14 5:43am 8:45pm 07/18/14 5:44am 8:45pm 07/19/14 5:45am 8:44pm 07/20/14 5:46am 8:43pm

MoonriSe & MoonSet 10:10pm 8:30am 10:46pm 9:45am 11:19pm 10:58am 11:52pm 12:08pm Prev. Day 1:17pm 12:26am 2:22pm 1:01am 3:25pm

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All children 13 and under are welcome to submit Weather Art. Send your picture to Fillmore County Journal P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or email it to: ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com or drop it off at the Fillmore County Journal 136 St. Anthony St., Preston, MN Be sure to include Child’s First and Last Name, Age, Town and Title of Art Work.

Preston equiPment

www.preston-equipment.com

Jct. 52 & 16, Preston, mn Ph: 507-765-3803

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Used TracTors row croP & UTiliTy

•7250R

New JohN deere TracTors • 1025R • 5100E • 6105D

• 6115D SOLD • 6150R • 6125R

Tillage • 09’ JD 2310 34’9 Finisher • JD 2623 VT Disc 26’ NEW • JD 630 Disc 15’ • (2) 980 FC 32’/27 1/2 / 21’ • 512 Disc Ripper 7 Shank • 39’ JD 726 Finisher

PlaNTers • (1) 1750 6r Dry • (1) 1750 6r Lqu • (1) 1790 12/24 Lqu • AG-System 15R Applicator

Call On Used Financing Specials!

Jct. 52 & 16, Preston, mn Ph: 507-765-3803

lawn traCtors 2000 JD LX279 42

2010 JD X300 42

• ‘13 JD 8235R • (2) ‘12 JD 6430 MFWD IVT/673 Loader • ‘12 8235R IUT/ILS Front Duals • ‘10 7330 Prem IVT/673 Loader • ‘09 5065E Open ST/553 • ‘09 6430 2W Prem • ‘08 6430 2W Prem • (2) 6420 MFWD 640 Loader

2007 JD X300 42

2009 JD X320 48

2007 JD Z225 42

2011 JD X320 48

• ‘11 9230 4x4 • ‘11 9330 4x4

4x4

New graiN carTs

•Brent 1282 tracks •Brent 782 •Brent 1082

Used graiN carTs • Brent 880 • Brent 1282 • Brent 644

2007 JD X320 48

Garden traCtors

Hd’s 2003 JD X485 62 2008 JD X720 54 2008 JD X720 54 OLD 2011 JD X720S54

2001 JD 345 48

2000 JD 345 54

2006 JD GT245 54

2006 JD X540 54

2008 JD X724 62

2005 JD GX255 54

2007 JD X540 54

2009 JD X724 54

2005 JD 325 48

2009 JD X540 54

CompaCt Utility traCtors CUT

2005 JD 2210 62 Loader 2007 Kubota BX2350 60 XUV/4X4 2010 JD 2305 4x4

2010 JD X724 62 2010 JD X729 62 2011 JD X729 62 2007 JD X740 62 2009 JD X740 54

Loader & 62” Deck 2006 Polaris 500 TM Snow BL 2011 JD 825 DX CAB 2011 JD 825 OLIVE/BL 2012 Polaris 800EFI Ranger XP,

1.9% FOR 3 YEARS OR 2.9% FOR 5 YEARS On ALL USED EqUIPMEnT

650 miles

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