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Mabel-Canton school board member resigns By A nnie Lewis annie@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Mabel-Canton School Board member Jeff Rein resigned his position effective immediately. A reason for his resignation was not given. Rein had been serving on the board since January 2015, with his term to expire in January 2019. The board added his resignation to its July 18 meeting agenda. A motion was made and approved to accept his resignation and thanked Rein for his service. The board opening will be posted on the district’s website, mabelcanton.org. Anyone interested in serving out Rein’s term should submit a letter of interest and resume by Friday, August 11 to Principal Michelle Weidemann at mweidemann@mabelcanton. org or mail it to Mabel-Canton School District #238, 316
W. Fillmore St., Mabel. Minn. 55954. Interviews will be held at the August 15 school board meeting. Aimee Lake from School Management Services gave her budget report. She anticipates an increase in the fund balance of about $150,000. These funds could be used for negotiating the new superintendent’s contract, the transportation contract, salary increases for non-certified staff and purchasing school vans. A special open public meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 25 at 5:30 p.m. to address these items. The approval of hiring the finalist candidate for the superintendent’s position was postponed. The contract is still being negotiated. The board hopes to See RESIGNS Page 5
Kingsland aims to join Southeast Conference By R ich Wicks
Caleb Rissman, along with his parents, Kevin and Holly Rissman, have taken over ownership of Root River Outfitters in Lanesboro, Minn. Also in the photo is the family dog, Lady, who will be greeting customers with her family. Photo by Barb Jeffers
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Just as summer is in full swing and many people are enjoying time in the water, the new owners of Root River Outfitters in Lanesboro, Minn., are getting their feet wet as well. Caleb Rissman, along with his parents, Kevin and Holly Rissman, purchased the busi-
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ness because “it’s something Caleb has had an interest in for probably three or four years,” says Holly. They were looking for the right opportunity to come along, states Holly, and when Mike Charlebois approached them because he was ready to sell Root River Outfitters, “it was the right time,” she says. “There was a motivated buyer
and a motivated seller,” noted Holly, “so it all lined up,” she explains. The first few weeks have been busy, comments Holly. “We opened the Friday of Memorial Day weekend and have been open seven days a week since,” she states. “We had to get our feet under See RR OUTFITTERS Page 12
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In the first full board meeting since Superintendent John McDonald’s departure, the Kingsland School Board met in regular session July 17, with all regular members in attendance: Doug Plaehn, Deb Larson, Ann Oeltjen, Jackie Horsman, Tiffany Mundfrom, and Heather Betts, along with Interim Superintendent James Hecimovich. The board discussed the possibility of leaving the Three Rivers Conference, and joining the Southeast Conference, beginning with the 20182019 school year.
Members discussed pros and cons, and Athletic Director John Dols stated that a few Kingsland coaches are opposed to the change. But he added that if Kingsland makes this change, most Kingsland teams would have a non-conference schedule against Three Rivers teams, while conference contests would be against Southeast foes, so the competition really wouldn’t change much. Hecimovich pointed out that Kingsland would be the third largest school in the Southeast Conference. After discussion, the board approved the change, See KINGSLAND Page 2
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with Plaehn adding, “This isn’t official. All we’re really doing is approving the administration to go ask the Southeast Confer-
ence.” When Dols was asked his opinion of how likely it is that Kingsland will be accepted, he said, “Pretty decent possibility. They lost Hope Lutheran, so they’re looking for somebody to replace.”
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No visitors had signed up to address the board. The board approved the consent agenda items, which included one resignation — Stephanie Hammes, paraprofessional, and two hirings: Stephanie Hammes, ECSE and Scott Klavetter, PK-6 Principal. Hecimovich gave public thanks to a number of volunteers and donors, including: Pheasants Forever ($500 to the trap team), Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation ($2,500 to STEM Summer School), Ross Heusinkveld (summer volunteer), Valley Lanes donation via KABC (K-3 supply budget, $225 each), VFW Post 4114 ($500 to youth trap team), and to the building and grounds crew for getting everything moved over from Wykoff. The board approved the 2017-2018 substitute pay (no change from previous year) and the school lunch prices for the upcoming year (lunch prices increase by 10 cents from
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C ommentary Getting frank with Franken By Eric Leitzen Hokah, MN On July 14, Minnesota Senator Al Franken put out a press release saying he would introduce legislation to “Address Te a c h e r Shortages in Communities Across Minnesota.” The senator Eric Leitzen went on to say “I’m going to be working to pass my bill into law so that we can get more teachers to enter and stay in the profession.” While this is a noble idea and I fully support help for new teachers, here’s the part where I get to wave my walking stick about and grouse from the porch of the Old Millennials for a little bit. The truth is, Senator Franken, is that we have a lot of teachers who want to stay in the profession. It’s the profession itself that is keeping them from doing so. I’m a certified teacher in Wisconsin, and I have substitute certification in Minnesota. I’m one $150 test away from full Minnesota licensure, but I have, shall we say, reservations before I spend three months worth of groceries on a job that may or may not be there. I finished my student teaching in the winter of 2008, just as the entire teaching world was in absolute upheaval, especially thanks to oligarchy lapdog Scott Walker. Gone were the days of Time Magazine boasting, as it did when I was in high school, that teaching jobs, ALL teaching jobs from Editorial Cartoon
Kindergarten through twelfth grade, would be a hot commodity and a doorway into lasting and rewarding employment. Now, of course, the talking heads like to bang on about STEM like they are particularly picky cannabis consumers, but wouldn’t you know it, someone forgot to tell all those kids who went to school to be teachers that, oops, partway through your tremendously expensive quest to guide the next generation, it turns out that you bet on the wrong horse. My certification says History, and that’s just fine with me... until I try to find an actual teaching job. Now, despite taking some of the other classes in college, subbing for seven years in all subjects and scoring in the 85th percentile on a teacher’s exam that covered History, Psychology, Sociology, Geography and Economics, my ever-sovaluable little piece of paper only says History. I have the content knowledge, I have the experience, but I don’t have the certification in this certification-crazy time where you need to go to college to mow lawns. I’m serious. Google it. Why, you might ask, in a world where certifications are often the only way to get that magical foot in that wondrous door, can I not get the extended certification? Money. Education has now become a massive money-making industry just like it’s a money making industry to give someone medicine to keep them alive, so if I want to get that
little piece of paper that proves things I already know how to do, I’ve got to pay up and go back to class. For the record, I’ve still got over $1,000 left in student loans from my first time around this Ferris Wheel of Doom, and I’m not exactly keen on another go-round. Who knows, maybe I’ll get a broader Social Studies certification only to find out schools are getting rid of the program entirely, or maybe they’ll just have Math, Science, and English teachers share the teaching of Social Studies to save a few bucks... like they already did in a school I subbed at in 2009. Oops. Why did I get this piece of paper, again? So here I sit, newly 32 years old and working three jobs just to try to provide the basics for my family. Meanwhile, Senator Franken wants to let me know he’s going to do as much as he can to help new teachers stay in the job. Senator Franken, if you don’t mind me asking... do you have any plans for those of us who were never allowed into the job in the first place? You say you’ll support teacher training and preparation, but how much will that cost, because I’m already skipping meals to make ends meet. I did my time, I paid my way and I’ve spent years in classrooms being cussed out, challenged by gang members, and having things thrown at me. I think for me, and a lot of other struggling people who just wanted to help the next generation forward, have done enough already and it wouldn’t kill the for-profit education industry to shave off a fraction of a percent of their money pile so we can do what we always wanted to do.
Harmony bloodmobile collects 28 units The blood drive held in Harmony on July 11, 2017, succeeded in collecting 28 units of blood despite having the Red Cross truck break down and the drive starting three hours late. There were 26 donors that presented and one first-time participant. Congratulations to one donor who reached the following milestone: Donovan Brink – 9 gallons The bloodmobile is sponsored by the Harmony American Legion Auxiliary, and many of the volunteers are Auxiliary members. However, numerous volunteers from the community also help make our blood drives successful. Thank you to everyone for your continued support in this worthwhile effort. The next bloodmobile will be in Harmony on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, from 1-7 p.m. If you’d like to schedule an appointment, please call Marilyn Bratager at (507) 937-3406 or schedule one online at www.redcrossblood.org.
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Letter about Senator John McCain... To the Editor, Learning of Senator John McCain’s diagnosis of aggressive brain cancer reminded me that there are elected officials that really do work for what is best for the country. He is an honorable man that has earned our respect. We need more men and women with his character in public service regardless of party affiliation. McCain has been able to work with the other side at times, fighting for what he believes is right. He is a model for men and women that aspire to public service. We that have followed his career know he will keep up the fight. Karen Reisner Fountain, MN
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R-P School Board hosts last meeting in old school; split on basketball coaching By Kirsten Zoellner Monday, July 17 the Rushford-Peterson School Board held their last board meeting in what will soon be a vacant building. The new preK-12 school facility is nearing completion and the keys will be turned over to the school August 15. Six of the seven members on the board were present for the meeting and posed for a photo in the nearly empty biology room to mark the occasion. Progress on the new site is a mix of trying to finish the work and trying to clean the facility for the rapidly approaching school year. “It’s going gangbusters out there,” chuckled Tim Robertson, of ICS Consulting, representative for the school project. Items being finished up include the installation of wood trim and doors, the remaining balance of flooring, painting and sealing of the gymnasium floors. Terrazzo floors are now being polished. The parking lot has received a base course and a wear course will be laid prior to the completion date. The lot is a nice amenity for the school whose parking has up until now consisted of parking along the busy, main Highway 43 corridor. Trees were planted at the site and all addition landscaping, including an irrigation system, is complete. Lights are in and the mechanical systems are on. “Everything is going at 100%,” added Robertson. Test and Balance for the mechanical systems will be done and a team will come in and ensure that the results indicate things are functioning per engineer’s designs. This will put the facility on target for a Health and Safety check. A change order in the amount of $25,550 was presented to the board and approved unanimously. It included the previously discussed fire lane paving and rainwater relocation. “We’re coming in on budget,” noted Robertson. “We’re shooting for $38 million and change ($38,623,000). There are no substantial issues that will catch us off guard. We will need two more months to say, ‘This is the
number where we’re at.’ Now, we’re just trying to give it that final push.” A formal ribbon cutting ceremony and open house will be held Saturday, August 19, at 10 a.m., at the new school site. An annual 10-year updated Long-Term Facilities Maintenance Plan was also approved at the meeting. The plan indicates expenditures for 2017 totaling $101,115 for district facilities. In 2018, that number will drop to $64,677. Over the following eight years, the figure hovers between $37,350 and $53,850. “It’s a fluid document,” noted District Superintendent Chuck Ehler. “There are also deferred maintenance costs in there.” One item, pulled from the Consent Agenda for special consideration, was the recommendation of hiring of Tom Vix at the varsity basketball coach. Vix has a long career with the R-P basketball program, but tendered his resignation teaching and coaching last year. The district posted the position for head coach internally, for district employees, as per policy, and Assistant Basketball Coach Chris Drinkall applied for the position. After an interview, Athletics Director Dan Bieberdorf and Superintendent Chuck Ehler opted to offer the position outside of district staff to Vix. Citing Vix’s established coaching career, Ehler indicated the hire would be, “A nice way for Vix to finish out his career.” Board Directors Dean Mierau and Jon Pettit questioned the process of the hire. “If he tendered his resignation from teaching and coaching, I do not feel that obligation,” said Pettit. It was also noted by Pettit that two other districts had sought Vix for their coaching positions. Board Director Joyce Iverson, via Skype, made a motion to approve the hire of Vix. It was seconded by Julie Koop. A roll call vote ended in a 3:3 split, with Valerie Howe, Mierau, and Pettie opposed. Talk then turned to offering the position to coaching
The R-P School Board at the conclusion of their last meeting in the old school building. Pictured, left to right, beginning with the back row, are Superintendent Chuck Ehler, Julie Koop, John Linder, Dean Mierau, Valerie Howe, and Jon Pettit. Not pictured is Board Director Bonnie Prinsen. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner
applicant and current Assistant Coach Drinkall. Indications of setting a precedent of choosing a candidate over someone currently teaching in the district and the one-year coaching agreement that Vix agreed to for 2016 were included. “As clearly stated to you, after an interview and conversations our recommendation to you, with Mr. Bieberdorf and my consensus is to hire Mr. Vix. I ask you as a board to take that into consideration, not to, but out of respect for what coach Vix has done for our district,” responded Ehler. Board Director Joyce Iverson stated the board should give Vix a chance and that she felt it premature to vote on someone else. “Vix will be working in Spring Grove this year, right? So, there will be some time before he’s here. Who will run the practice? The assistant, right?” asked Mierau. “Yes, but he’ll be here for practice. The assistant was understanding knowing it is for one year,” added Ehler. Board Chairman echoed Iverson’s earlier comment that she felt it premature to look at a different hire. He also stated that no one had spoken with Drinkall to see if he was on board with the head coaching job, should the board approve his hire for the role instead. Mierau questioned whether it was in the board’s discretion to make a motion otherwise and Linder answered it was. “I’m not speaking for him [Drinkall], but I doubt if he applied for the position that he wouldn’t be on board with it.” It was motioned by Pettit and seconded by Mierau to offer the position to Chris Drinkall. The vote was again split 3:3, due to the absence of Board Director Bonnie Prinsen, this time with Iverson, Koop, and Linder opposed. The matter will be tabled until the August meeting. A letter from Destiny Life Church indicated to the board that the church would be willing to rent the current high school theatre and preschool classrooms once the building is vacated in August. Superintendent Ehler indicated a review of the building showed that running the boiler system to heat the spaces would cost the district $75,000. It’s unclear if there is a portion of the building that wouldn’t require the substantial heating cost and the board opted to table it for further discussion during the closed portion of the meeting. The meeting was closed to discuss the sale of school property and the sale of the elementary/high school building. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Monday, August 21, at 5:30 p.m., in the Forum Room at the new school.
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have negotiations finalized and a contract to approve by next week. Bernard Bus Services, a Chatfield-based company, submitted a bid last month for the district’s transportation contract. Representatives from Bernard met with the school board prior to their regular meeting to answer questions. The contract should be finalized by next week. Bernard would replace Schmitz Busing Company. Final payment to Schmitz for this past school year was discussed. Schmidt’s failure to submit regular invoices for their services resulted in additional time and work for the district. Lake said she discussed the final payment with the district’s attorney. It was suggested to send Schmitz the checks that have already been written and held pending invoices. These checks were based on the amount agreed upon in their contract for regular route busing services. Lake plans to estimate the extra-curricular activity busing amount based on records the school has for activities that required busing this past year. It was by Chris Miller, School Board Treasurer, that the amount to be paid should be reduced to offset the time and extra work that has been done by district because of Schmitz failure to provide invoices for their services. A motion was made and approved to send the regular route checks to Schmitz. Another motion was made to address the extra-curricular activities payment and that this amount would not exceed $25,000. That was also approved. Last year’s busing for extra-curricular was about $42,000. A letter will be sent to the company with the final checks indicating that this would conclude the contract with them. Discussion continued from last meeting about purchasing a new van for athletics and preschool. The current van was purchased almost 12 years ago, which is nearly “aged out,” meaning it
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can’t be used to transport students. Bids had been submitted from several Ford dealerships for eight and 10-passenger vans, along with a State contract bid for an eight-passenger van. After discussion, a motion was made and seconded to purchase a 10-passenger van, but Board Member Bobbie Vickerman urged the board to wait until a bid could be obtained from the State for a 10-passenger van. “We need to be comparing apples to apples and do our due diligence,” Vickerman said. “We also should find out if there would be a discount if the school bought two vans.” The van purchase was tabled until the special meeting. Discussion continued on the proposed salary schedule and benefit language changes for noncertified staff for the 2017-18 school year. Vickerman stressed the need for non-certified staff to have job descriptions and a step pay scale chart in place. Vickerman asked if this was something that could be done in-house and Weidemann said it was. Vickerman had met with nonunion employees last month and had outlined a suggested proposal for pay increases, longevity bonuses and other concerns. “We have to recognize these professionals who are with our kids every day doing good work,” Vickerman said. “Some of these people have been working with us for over 20 years and are making less than new hires.” A motion made to table until July 25 meeting. The M-C cheerleading advisor, Heather Kleiboer, asked the board to approve a new fundraising initiative. If the school gave the cheerleading group a $150 donation, they would clean all the elementary and high school lockers. The board approved this expenditure unanimously! Thank you to the Mabel Telephone Company for their generous $4,000 donation. The money will be used by the school for technology improvements. A special open public school board meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 25 in the M-C school library. The regular board meeting will be on Tuesday, August 15, at 7 p.m.
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Obituaries Amanda Grover Amanda Mae Grover, 40, passed away on July 14, 2017. Amanda was born December 29, 1976, at Spring Valley Hospital to Donna Mae (Finseth) Grover and Gregory V. Grover. Amanda Amanda graduated Grover from Fillmore Central High School in 1995. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for many years. Amanda had a strong spirit and lived life fully. She was immensely proud of her son, Tyler, and he was her greatest joy. She loved people of all ages and accepted everyone as they were without judgment. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Amanda loved being outdoors, camping and motorcycling, listening to music and attending concerts, relaxing around the fire, or taking her niece Chloe to play at the park. Amanda is survived by her son, Tyler of Rochester and his father, Todd Schultz of Preston; parents Donna Grover of Rochester and Greg and Wendy Grover of Janesville; brother Adam, sister-in-law Amy, and niece Chloe Mae Grover of Chatfield; step-sister Jamie Jo Clarey, nephew Tony and niece Anna of West Fargo, N. Dak.; maternal grandmother Pearl Finseth, and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends that share her memories. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Ann and Virgil Grover, her maternal grandfather Vernon Finseth, and her cousin, Laura (Finseth) Scott. The memorial gathering and celebration of life was held 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, July 20 at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield. To share a memory of Amanda with the family, please visit www.rileyfuneralhomes.com. Amanda (Schroeder) Olson Amanda Anna Clara (Schroeder) Olson, age 92, passed away peacefully Friday, July 14, 2017, at Caledonia Care and Rehab. Amanda was born January 10,
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1925, to Gustav and Mathilde (Kruse) Schroeder at her parents’ home farm near Eitzen. Amanda went to school at Winnebago Valley through the eighth grade. She was baptized and confirmed at Zion Evan- Amanda Olson gelical Church in Eitzen, Minn. She married John Olson on May 4, 1947, at Zion Evangelical Church. They had four wonderful children. They owned Frankie’s, previously known as Olson’s, in Caledonia, and Olson’s Café in Mabel, Minn. She had multiple jobs involving cooking, which was her passion. She enjoyed playing cards and visiting with people in the community, drinking with friends at bars around the area, specifically the Mabel Legion. Amanda was known for her cooking, especially her banana bread and oatmeal raisin cookies. To her grandkids there was an unlimited supply of pizza, hamburgers, pop, candy, and quarters for video games. She was a member of the Mabel First Lutheran Church, and the Mabel Legion and VFW Auxiliaries. Amanda is survived by two daughters, Doris (Ardell) Peterson and Viette (Roger) Peterson, both of Spring Grove; grandchildren Mike Peterson of Queen Creek, Ariz., Wayne (Alissa) Peterson of Caledonia, Teresa (Steve) Colsch of Caledonia, adopted granddaughter Loretta (Mike) Ziegler of Rockland, Wisc.; step-grandsons Jaimie (Shauna) Hanson, Rick (Penny) Hanson, and Scott (Cindy) Hanson, seventeen great-grandchildren, five great great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Helen Schroeder, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband John, two sons, Darrell and Vernon Olson; step-grandson Donnie Hanson, great-grandson Dylan Peterson, two brothers, and three sisters. Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at the Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel, with Rev. Elliott Malm officiating. Burial took place in the Mabel Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation was 4–7 p.m. Tuesday, July 18 at the Mengis Funeral Home and one hour prior to services at the church.
Fillmore County Church Directory Christ Lutheran Church..........………………..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…..........……….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church...........Sat. - 5 :30pm & Sun. - 9: 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…...................................Sundays - 8:00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923
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Wykoff United Methodist Church.…….......………Sundays - 9:30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 202-2275
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Catherine Antonia Moellers Catherine Antonia (Huinker) Moellers commenced her 91 years of commitment to marriage and family on Monday, July 17 at the Evans Memorial Home in Cresco, Catherine where she Moellers had resided for the past 1 1/2 years. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 23, 2017, at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Cresco, Iowa, with Fr. Dennis Cain officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Cresco. Visitation will be held 3-7 p.m. Sunday, July 23, at Heritage Events Center, 229 3rd Ave W, Cresco, and will continue an hour prior to the time of service Monday at the church. HindtHudek Funeral Home is assisting the family. Catherine was born July 8, 1926, at her home in Seneca, Wis., to William and Ida (Einck) Huinker, the sixth of 14 children. She was baptized at St Patrick’s Catholic Church in Seneca. Her family moved to a farm near Festina and later to a farm near Ossian, Iowa. She attended school in Festina, graduating as valedictorian at Ossian DeSales and was a power forward for the DeSales basketball team. She attended Cedar Falls Teachers College and taught in the rural schools near Festina. She was often seen “trucking” down the road with her neighbor boy and sweetheart, Rainey Moellers. Rainey proposed by asking her, “Will you be my cook the rest of my life?” This question began their 59 years of life and farming partnership. Ireaneus and Catherine married on April 27, 1948, at St Francis DeSales Church in Ossian. They farmed with Rainey’s parents near Ossian until March 1951. Then they purchased a farm near Ridgeway, Iowa, where they made their home until they retired in November 1990 and built a home in Cresco. Catherine continued to bake kolaches and cinnamon rolls and send them to the farm with Rainey. Her love of farming was evident up to the end of her days, as she commented on the corn tasseling on the way to the Huinker family reunion just last week. She was active in the Altar and Rosary Society of St. Joseph Church, a Circle leader, the Winneshiek Farm Bureau Ladies, and the Pork Board. Catherine not only was a great teacher, but was eager to learn anything new. Over the years she took many classes, learning how to paint ceramics and wood, stitch trapunto, decorate cakes, crocheting, knitting, woodworking, gardening and quilting. She loved the farm, tending to chickens, turkeys, cows and pigs, and garden produce for freezing and canning. She shared her knowledge and skills as a 4-H leader many years. After her family was raised, she developed a love of quilting and purchased a longarm quilting machine and
An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County pieced and quilted many quilts. Each child’s family received a quilt, as well as each grandchild upon high school graduation. As the great-grand babies arrived, there was a quilt waiting for every precious addition. Catherine loved to play cards, especially euchre, and no matter the opponent, young or old, Grandma was “in it to win it”! She loved the farm and her family with a silent pride and a sternness that everyone understood. She is survived by children: (Karen, deceased) (John) Braden, Mason City; Ken (Deb)Moellers, Cresco; Jerry (Christine)Moellers, Ridgeway; Connie (Jim) Zahasky, Cresco; Cynthia (Neil) Grube, Cresco; Audrey(Mike) Nosbisch, Ridgeway; Janine (Bob) Sebastian, Preston, Minn.; Mary (Mark) Reicks, Cresco; Kevin (Gayleen) Moellers, Ridgeway; 31 grandchildren: Jennifer (James) Dunne, Jeremy (Carrie) Braden, Jonathon Braden (Krystal Overmyer), Korey (Peggy) Moellers, Jeremy (Kelly) Moellers, Ryan (Meagan) Moellers, Sarah (Scott) Kach, Jessica Meyer (Mike), Jolene (Josh) Langreck, Jennifer (John ) Fish, Amanda (Aaron) Davis, Emily (Dustin) Kraft, Tony (Abby) Zahasky, Tressa (Ben) Gruenzner, Josh (Tiffany) Grube, Andy (Terri) Grube, Matthew (Erin) Nosbisch, Justin (Whitney) Nosbisch, Zach (Erica) Nosbisch, Jason (Amanda) Ward, Brett (Tonya) Ward, Nicole Sebastian, Eric (Ashley) Reicks, Bethany (Andy) Wurzer, Molly Reicks, Alexis Reicks, Tye (Torie) Moellers, Nessa (Luke) Stika, Tara Moellers, and Arley Moellers, 57 great-grandchildren and three on the way! Catherine is survived by sisters Grace Reicks, Joann (Francis) Wenthold, brothers Bill (Phyllis) Huinker, Tom (Joyce) Huinker, in-laws Edna Huinker, Alex Reicks, Roger Moellers, Betty (Leonard) Kuboushek, Margaret Hager, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ireaneus on Aug. 31, 2007; daughter Karen Braden on Dec. 7, 2013; grandson Nathan Moellers, great-grandson Chase Nosbisch, her parents, three brothers: Ralph, Charles, and Donald Huinker; six sisters: Alice (Neal) Reicks, Lillian (Adrian) Hageman, Luella Reicks, Florence Huinker, Eunice (Darrell) Bushman and Ida Huinker; in-laws: Eugene Reicks, Rufus (Betty Lou) Moellers, Raphael (Esther) Moellers, Irene Moellers, Glenn Stuart. The family would like to express deep gratitude for the loving, comforting care Catherine received from the staff of Evans Memorial Home and Regional Health Services Hospice. We were so blessed to have such special and comforting people caring for our mom. Special thanks to those who brought Holy Communion to Catherine over the years, to Fr. Dennis Cain for his extra efforts, and to the volunteers from Meals on Wheels who brought a smile with each meal. Thank you to the community for all of the unknown kindnesses you have shown to Mom and our family over the years. We are blessed!
Charlotte Jean Howe The funeral for Mrs. Charlotte Jean Howe was held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 20, 2017, in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home, 1105 12th St. SE, Charlotte Jean R o c h e s t e r, Howe Minn., with Rev. Floyd O’Bryan officiating. A light lunch was served following the service. Burial followed the lunch at Washington Cemetery in rural Spring Valley. Visitation was held from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service. Mrs. Howe, 67, of rural Spring Valley, died Saturday, July 15, 2017, at St. Marys Hospital. Mrs. Howe was born July 22, 1949, in Rochester, Minn., to Rodney “Max” Horsman and Adeline Horsman (Billings) and was raised on a farm in Chatfield. She graduated from Chosen Valley High School in 1968. She married Terry J. Rich in Stewartville, Minn. From that union there were two sons, Brian J. Rich and Chad E. Rich. Charlotte and Terry were later divorced. Charlotte then married Bryce A. Howe. Her parents, sister Maxine Salmon, brother John Horsman, husband Bryce and son Brian preceded her in death. She is survived by her son Chad (Jenny) Rich of Rochester, and her best friend and cousin Shelly Grabau. Charlotte worked as a machinist and press operator at Crenlo for over 40 years and retired in July 2014. She enjoyed gardening on her acreage, quilting and collecting Elvis memorabilia. Macken Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are welcome at mackenfuneralhome.com. Joanne Manning Greenlee Joanne Manning Greenlee, 83, of Chatfield, passed away on July 13, 2017, at her home. Joanne was born February 22, 1934, to Clifford and Elsie (Schuchard) Manning. She attendJoanne ed school in Manning Chatf ield Greenlee and graduated from Chosen Valley High School in 1952. On June 25, 1953, she married Lloyd Walter Greenlee. Joanne enjoyed many activities: family vacations, purchasing and raising horses, and spending time with her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She worked with her husband many years as the bookkeeper for the famSee OBITUARIES Page 7
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ily business. Joanne was also active on the Chatfield Town Board for many years. Joanne is survived by her children: Bonnie (Michael) Fohrman, Craig (Deborah) Greenlee, and Christine Kraemer; grandchildren: Kyle Fohrman, Aaron (Cassie) Fohrman, Sara (Mike) Wright, Faith (Nate) Delay, James (Jaylee) Greenlee, and Jaslynn Irish; great-grandchildren: Adrian, Elizabeth, Sophie, Raegan, Walter, Stetson, and Abel. She
is also survived by her sister, Beth King. She was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd in 2009, brother Donald Manning, and her parents. The memorial service for Joanne was held 1 p.m. on Friday, July 21, 2017, at Chatfield United Methodist Church, with Pastor Debra Jene Collum officiating. The visitation was one hour prior to the service. Committal service took place at the Orion Cemetery. Riley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory of
Ribbon cutting held for The Sweet Stop and Sandwich Shoppe
The Preston Chamber of Commerce welcomed new owners of The Sweet Stop & Sandwich Shopppe, Brenda Lloyd and Mike Eickhoff with a ribbon cutting on July 10, 2017. Shown above are, front, left to right, Hillary Diede of Blossom Hill orchard and farm, Gabby Kinneberg, Preston Area Chamber of Commerce; Shelly Hanson of B&B Bowl and Restaurant, Tiana Plagman, daughter of Mike and Brenda; Mike Eickhoff and Brenda Lloyd, and Ashley LaFleur of Preston Floral; and back, left to right, Chuck Aug of F&M Community Bank, Sharyol O’Connor of Preston Area Arts Council, Mayor Kurt Reicks of the City of Preston, Jo Szuch, former owner of The Sweet Stop and Sandwich Shoppe, Terri Allen of Terri’s Tender Lovin’ Stitches, Erik Topness of F&M Community Bank and Preston EDA, Cherrie Brink of F&M Insurance, and Cathy Enerson, Preston EDA. Photo submitted
Monday, July 24, 2017 Joanne with the family please visit RileyFuneralHomes.com. Leanne Kay Turner Leanne Kay Turner, born November 7, 1947, in Harmony, Minn., passed away on July 8, 2017 at Banner Casa Grande Medical Center, surrounded by family and friends. Leanne is survived by her daughter, Darcy Quinata; siblings Larry (Pat) Turner, Cindy (Jerry) Rieser, and Loren (Donna) Turner. She was preceded in death by parents Dale and Mildred Turner, siblings Lynn Dale Turner, Linda Gutzke, Leslie Turner, nephews
County awarded funds The Minnesota State SetAside Committee for the FEMA Emergency Food and Shelter Program has recommended $2,800 be awarded to Fillmore County. These Federal funds are awarded by the Department of Homeland Security and used to provide emergency food and shelter to people in need of them. The local board is made up of Workforce Development, churches, Semcac, Human Services, and other interested organizations. The local board determines how the funds are to be distributed among emergency food and shelter programs run by local service organizations in the area. Under the terms of the grant from the National Board, local governmental or private voluntary organizations chosen to receive funds must: 1) be non-profit, 2) have a checking account and accounting system 3) practice non-discrimination, 4) have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs, and 5) have a voluntary board if private, not-for-profit. Qualifying organizations may apply by July 28. Anyone wishing more information about the Emergency Food and Shelter Program and how to apply for funding should contact Wendy Todd, Semcac, P.O. Box 549, Rushford, Minn. 55971-0549, (507) 864-7741.
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Chad Turner and Scott Gutzke, niece Lori More, as well as numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. In 2012, Leanne retired from a career in computer prograamming and moved to Arizona, where she spent time quilting amongst friends (Quirky Quilters, Cotton Patchers, and Friendship Quilters). Leanne loved to travel so much that in 2015 she did a solo 7,000-mile road trip across the upper part of the country. She most recently traveled with her daughter to Puerto Rico in 2016 and on an Alaskan cruise in 2013.
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The family would like to extend a special thank you to those who provided assistance, support and friendship to Leanne over the last year. Deb and Irene, we are grateful you were both in her life; thank you for all that you’ve done for her. To the Banner ICU team, THANK YOU for your demonstration of excellent care, knowledge, compassion and keeping us apprised of her condition. Services will be held in Arizona on August 12, 2017, and in Minnesota on November 14, 2017.
Rep. Davids meets with area residents
Left to right: Bob and Joy Johnson of Harmony, State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) and JoAnn Runkel of Harmony. The area residents visited with Rep. Davids in his St. Paul office recently while taking part in the Join Religious Legislative Coalition’s Day at the State Capitol. Photo submitted
Rep. Davids meets with MiEnergy
State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) is pictured with board members and administrators of MiEnergy, formerly Tri County Electric. The group visited with Rep. Davids recently while taking part in Rural Electric Coop Day at the Capitol in St. Paul. Photo submitted
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Gilbert’s photo shoot Gilbert took part in a photo shoot the Monday before the 4th of July. Gilbert is a photogenic lad, with his large and caring brown eyes. However, it is tricky to get a good shot of a black dog. In fact, I once read that people avoid taking black dogs as a pet for this very reason. In my last article, I discussed the fact that Lions Club International was very interested in publishing an article about Gilbert and Lu to inform the public about diabetic alert dogs. Since problems with eyesight can be a complication for diabetics, the Lions Club is now focusing on Type I and Type II diabetics, as well as the Leader Dog Program. Lu’s blood sugar happened to be low that day, and after quick introductions, Christine, from Christine Olson Photo, went into action, arranging shots in the shade of a crab apple tree in our backyard. Lions Club International was especially interested in my article about Gilbert and Lu’s bike riding exploits. So, after a quick glass of juice, Christine and Lu and Gilbert went to a nearby grove of walnut and
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Hegg ~ Sullivan Curt and Renee Hegg of Harmony are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Cassie to John T. Sullivan, son of John and Sandy Sullivan of ButteAnaconda, Mont. Cassie and John are employed as correction officers for the State of Montana and will continue to reside in Great Falls, Mont. An outdoor wedding is planned for Cassie and John on August 12, 2017, at the family farm in rural Harmony.
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ash trees that formed a lovely canopy over a quiet lane. It was towards the end of the day, so the light was mellow and softly filtering through the trees. Lu’s blood sugar was still on the low end of the spectrum, so Gilbert kept alerting him the entire time, and Christine snapped continuous pictures of the two of them interacting. Gilbert was very attentive and performed like the pro he has been trained to be. Eventually, Lu hopped on his bike
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and Gilbert kept perfect stride beside him, matching his pace to Lu’s speed, as though he has been trained to do so. Gilbert was perfectly happy trotting alongside the bike. Gilbert has always done this dance with the bike so naturally; Lu speculates he was trained to trot next to a wheelchair. At the end of the lane, Gilbert hopped on Lu’s lap, and the pair rode down a hill together, the photographer shooting photos all the while. Gilbert seemed content, and from the look on his face, to enjoy taking an occasional joyride with his best friend.
Fresh Fruits and Yogurt Ice Pops
Make your own fresh fruit-filled popsicles by blending assorted summer berries and sliced bananas with yogurt, then freezing the tasty mixture in small paper cups with popsicle sticks. 2 cups fresh blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and sliced bananas, mixed 2 cups plain or vanilla yogurt 1/4 cup white sugar 8 small paper cups 8 popsicle sticks Blend the mixed fruit, yogurt and sugar until the desired consistency. Fill paper cups 3/4 full with the fruit mixture. Cover the top of each cup with a strip of aluminum foil. Polk a popsicle stick through the center of the foil on each cup. Place the cups in the freezer for at least five hours. To serve, remove foil and peel off the paper cup. Enjoy on a hot summer day. Dogs can easily overheat on a warm summer day. Lu will fill a thermos with ice and water to take on a bike ride or when they go out in the community. Gilbert loves this icy mixture!
Lu Ommen and Gilbert can soon be seen in the LION Magazine, the official publication of Lions Clubs International. Photo by Christine Olson Photo
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College News Graduations Spring 2017 • Briar Cliff: Jonathon Hanson, Preston, Master of Arts in Kinesiology and Human Performance • Graceland University: Danielle Linder, Rushford, Master of Science in Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner) •Gustavus Adolphus College: Bailey Hilgren, Chatfield, Biology, Music Honors, Magna Cum Laude
• Knox College: Kristina Mengis, Mabel, Studio Art, Psychology • Manchester University: Michael Himlie, Harmony, Peace Studies • Minnesota State Mankato: John J. Hanson, Fountain, BSME, Mechanical Engineering, Magna Cum Laude; Theodore Hermanson, Lanesboro, BS Finance, Summa Cum Laude; Megan Kiehne, Lanesboro, BS Communication Disorders; Aaron Adams, Preston, BS Exercise Science, Cum Laude; Lacey Drinkall, Rushford, MS
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Reading; Isaac Sawle, Rushford, MFA Theatre Arts; Alexander Kvanli, Spring Valley, BS Exercise Science, BS Physical Education (Teaching), BS School Health Education, Cum Laude; Tanner Lange, Spring Valley, BS Family Consumer Science; Joshua Thompson, Spring Valley, BS Family Consumer Science •Minnesota State Moorhead: Dustin Barth, BS •North Dakota State University: Issac Hollerman, Chatfield, BSEE Electrical Engineering •Rochester Community and Technical College: Robyn Dudley, Chatfield, AAS Building Utilities Mechanic, DIP Building Utilities Mechanic, Honors; Danielle Felstead, Chatfield, AA 2+2 Social Work; Nicholas Hawkins, Chatfield, DIP Carpentry; Nancy Kantor, Chatfield, AAS Health Information Technology, High Honors; Zachary Nelson, Chatfield, AA Liberal Arts and Sciences, Honors; Nicole Peterson, Chatfield, AA Liberal Arts and Sciences, Honors; Samuel Peterson, Chatfield, AS Accounting, Honors; Mary Hershberger, Harmony, AS Nursing; Liam Dorn, Lanesboro, DIP Carpentry; Angela Taylor, Lanesboro,
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CERT Group Fitness Instructor, CERT Personal Trainer, High Honors; Mackenzie Manning, Mabel, AA 2+2 Social Work; Anton Adamek, Preston, AS Individualized Studies, High Honors; Lahai Kamara, Preston, DIP Carpentry; Kathleen Mensink, Preston, AA Liberal Arts and Sciences; Michelle VanderArk, Rushford, AAS Health Information Technology, High Honors; Roberta Cloud, Spring Valley, AAS Health Information Technology; James Engesser, Spring Valley, DIP Building Utilities Mechanic, Honors; Bryant Hill, Spring Valley, CERT Welding Technology; Laney Schwinefus, Spring Valley, AA Liberal Arts and Sciences; Katrina Skaran, Spring Valley, AS Nursing, High Honors; Elisa Staat, Spring Valley, AA Liberal Arts and Sciences, High Honors; Christian Anderson III, Wykoff, CERT Welding Technology • St. Mary’s University: Hannah Hansen, Ostrander; Shane Jacobson, Peterson; Sarah O’Connell, Spring Valley • St. Olaf College: Hannah Brown, Chatfield, Political Science, Chemistry • UW-Eau Claire: Megan Burfield, Chatfield, Education
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adn Human Sciences, Master of Science; Courtney Doerr, Rushford, Education and Human Sciences, Bachelor of Social Work; Lindsey Merchlewitz, Rushford, Education and Human Sciences, Bachelor of Science • UW-La Crosse: Nicholas Haffner, Chatfield, BS Social Studies Education; Morgan Tuohy, Chatfield, BS Psychology; Zachary Case, Harmony, BS Biology; Mariah Mueller, Rushford, BS Psychology • UW-Madison: Kurt Njos, Chatfield, Master of Social Work, Social Work • UW-River Falls: Ashley Bue, Lanesboro, BS Biology
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us,” says Caleb, adding, “luckily we have Isaac Freese and Caleb Kimball that Mike already had” working at Root River Outfitters. “They worked the summer before so they knew what was going on and they really helped us out,” states Caleb, as their experience was vital in the first few days after the Rissmans took over as proprietors. Also, Mike Charlebois has been a huge help, according to Caleb. “He stayed on the weekend of Memorial Day to help out and was on call for us” for anything we needed, Caleb states. “He kept coming back in and checking on us and just seeing if we had any questions,” explains Caleb, saying, “it was amazing to have him” and all of his help. “We have to give him a lot of credit,” Holly says of Charlebois, as she explains, “it was an easy transaction with him and he has been nothing but good support” from the beginning. “We really cannot thank him enough — he’s just been great,” says Holly. “We have to give a lot of kudos to the staff,” notes Holly, as they have helped tremendously in making the transition easier for the new owners. Root River Outfitters employs eight people on a regular basis and additional parttime employees when needed. The Rissmans are local residents so they know the area and the popularity of outdoor activity in Fillmore County. Holly (whose maiden name is Ronnenberg), grew up in Rushford, Minn. Kevin moved to Fillmore County from Illinois in 1970 after his parents purchased land outside of Lanesboro in 1969. His parents farmed the land and when his parents retired, they sold off 200 acres to Vernon Michel who used part of the property and the barn to create
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the Old Barn Resort. When asked if they will make any changes to the business, they have some ideas but quickly say that Charlebois had built a successful business, but “we will look at it and assess and see if there are any things we can improve on,” says Caleb, as well as possibly implement some ideas that Charlebois had in mind before deciding to sell the business. “There are quite a few things we would like to implement for next year,” states Kevin. “We are just kind of assessing the equipment and there will probably be some changes and updates,” says Holly. There are many possibilities for changes and updates but the Rissmans will wait until the offseason to implement anything major, as they have been so busy and this will also give them more time to make definite decisions on any changes such a paint color and more. One possibility is to expand their display shelves and offer more of what their customers may need. They got in some waterproof pouches and they were gone within a week. “We are hoping we are going to be doing some kind of merchandising,” says Holly. “We are appreciating the customer feedback” on what items they would like to see available at Root River Outfitters and “that has been beneficial,” notes Holly, and says that the staff has been very helpful with suggestions also. Root River Outfitters rents tubes, canoes and bicycles for those who would like to get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery in the area. Whether you want to take a long trip or a short one, they can help you find what you want. “It’s kind of what a person is looking for” from their experience, explains Holly. The short kayak or canoe trip is from the Old Barn Resort to Riverview Campground right
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above the dam in Lanesboro — what local residents call the “lazy loop,” which is an enjoyable slow float down the river. The long kayak or canoe trip includes putting in at Moen’s Bridge and getting out at the public access on Hwy. 16. The short trip for tubes is a 30-minute trip starting at the private access located behind Root River Outfitters and floating through town and walking back up to do it all over again as many times as you would like. The long trip for tubes is floating from Root River Outfitters to the public access on Hwy. 16, which takes approximately 2 1/2 hrs. The community of Lanesboro and the surrounding area have been very supportive, according to Holly, as she says, “The other businesses and people in town that have stopped by have been very welcoming and supportive” of their new adventure. “I definitely feel a close-knit community in Lanesboro, as other business owners really want other businesses to do well,” says Caleb, adding that “it’s been really nice,” to feel that support. Kevin, Holly and Caleb have been and remain very excited about their new business and look forward to what the future brings. “We are very excited” about being owners of Root River Outfitters, states Kevin. Root River Outfitters is located at 101 Parkway Ave. S. in Lanesboro. For more information call (507) 467-3400. Further details can be found on the website for Root River Outfitters at rootriveroutfitters.com and on their facebook page, facebook/ rootriveroutfitters. Business hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or 6 p.m. depending on how much equipment they have out) and their hours can change depending on weather.
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State gains 4,400 jobs in June
77,478 new jobs in past year is biggest annual gain in nearly two decades, surpassing 3 million total jobs for first time in state history ST. PAUL, MN – Minnesota’s unadjusted job count passed the 3 million mark in June for the first time ever, according to figures released June 20 by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The agency said the state added 4,400 jobs in June on a seasonally adjusted basis and has gained 77,478 jobs over the past year, the biggest over-theyear job gain since May 1998. Job growth in Minnesota is up 2.6% over the past year, compared with a national job growth rate of 1.5%. The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady in June at 3.7%. The U.S. unemployment rate was 4.4%. “The labor market continues to put up impressive numbers, with Minnesota adding 314,261 jobs since the recession ended eight years ago in June,” said DEED Commissioner Shawntera Hardy. “All 11 of the state’s industrial sectors have gained jobs in the past year, and nine of the 11 are growing faster than nationally.” Leisure and hospitality led all sectors in June with 4,500 new jobs. Other industries posting job gains were professional and business services (up 2,300), manufacturing (up 2,100), government (up 1,500) and construction (up 900). The following sectors lost jobs in June: education and health services (down 2,700), other services (down 1,500), financial activities (down 1,300),
trade, transportation and utilities (down 700), information (down 600) and logging and mining (down 100). Education and health services led all industries over the past year with 24,790 new jobs, followed by professional and business services (up 10,225), government (up 9,215), leisure and hospitality (up 8,429), construction (up 8,022), trade, transportation and utilities (up 7,293), manufacturing (up 4,170), other services (up 2,558), financial activities (up 1,250), information (up 798) and logging and mining (up 728). In the Metropolitan Statistical Areas, all regions gained jobs in the past 12 months: Minneapolis-St. Paul MSA (up 3.3), Rochester MSA (up 1.9%), St. Cloud MSA (up 2.6%), Duluth-Superior MSA (up 2.8%) and Mankato MSA (up 2%). DEED has added a section to its website that examines the unemployment rate by demographics (race, age and gender) and looks at alternative measures of unemployment. DEED is the state’s principal economic development agency, promoting business recruitment, expansion and retention, workforce development, international trade and community development. For more details about the agency and its services, visit mn.gov/ deed/ or follow DEED on Twitter.
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Fillmore Central Community Education receives books to promote early literacy OWATONNA, MN, June 22, 2017 - Fillmore Central Community Education was one of 29 organizations to receive donated books through Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation’s (SMIF) BookStart program, which awarded a total of 10,000 books valued at $186,375.00, is one of SMIF’s early childhood efforts focused on providing resources so all children can have
a healthy life of learning, achieving, and succeeding. Studies consistently show that reading at a young age drastically improves a child’s educational trajectory. Not only does reading aloud help children acquire early language skills, it fosters curiosity and memory and helps children develop positive associations with reading. Given this research, SMIF partnered with Capstone
to launch BookStart with the goal of helping our region’s children begin to build their own home library. Over the past 13 years, BookStart has reached thousands of children and parents through programming and the distribution of approximately 100,000 books across southern Minnesota to promote a life-long love for reading. “Reading should be fun, accessible and engaging, for both children and their caregivers. Capstone has been a great long-time partner with our BookStart program as we work to make sure all of our region’s children have a book at home to read or be read to by family members,” said SMIF’s President and CEO, Tim Penny. “We believe investing in our young children is a long-term strategy that will pay big dividends for our communities and businesses.” Fillmore Central Community Education was selected to receive 250 books valued at $4,657.50, because they provide outstanding early literacy opportunities for young children and their families within Harmony, Preston and Fountain. Fillmore Central Community Education will incorporate the books into their Reading BINGO that children
eight years of age and under have an opportunity to take part in. When a child’s BINGO card is blacked out and they have met their BINGO challenges, young children will receive one of the books to take home to keep. To join these efforts or learn more, contact Angi Kaase at (507) 7653809. “We are excited to offer this opportunity to children in a broad range of age groups. Having the opportunity to work so closely with School Readiness, Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), Daycare, SAC and the communities around us, we see children at all different reading levels. With the BookStart Grant, we are able to provide for a child eight years of age who is a fluent reader all the way down to an infant who is being read to,” said Fillmore Central’s Community Education Director, Angi Kaase. “The books that were provided are amazing! When picking up the books, it felt like Christmas all over again!” As part of it’s strategy to invest in economic growth here in southern Minnesota, SMIF has supported early childhood efforts to make certain all children enter
school fully encouraged, prepared, and supported for learning success. Through their efforts, $1 million has been invested in early childhood education annually within the 20-county region over the past ten years. For more information on SMIF’s Early Childhood Initiative partnerships and resources, contact Teri Steckelberg at teris@smifoundation. org About Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donorsupported foundation, invests for economic growth in 20 Minnesota counties. The Foundation has provided more than $50 milling in grants and loans within the region during the past 30 years. SMIF’s key interests include early childhood and entrepreneur development. To learn more about our work and mission call (507) 455-3215 or visit www.smifoundation.org. About Capstone Capstone is a leading publisher of children’s books in nonfiction and fiction, digital products and services and literacy programs. Capstone’s content comes in a variety of print and digital formats including board books, picture books, interactive books, apps, audio and databases. Imprints under Capstone include Capstone Press, Stone Arch Books, Picture Window Books, Heinemann Raintree and Compass Point Books. For more information, visit www.CapstonePub.com.
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Claire Pieper is top regional scorer at National FCCLA Leadership Conference
Claire Pieper of Lanesboro recently earned an impressive top regional score of 97/100 at the National FCCLA Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tenn. Photo submitted
Lanesboro student Claire Pieper will be a senior at Lanesboro this fall. She is a motivated individual that has a lot of ideas, ranging from trying to find the right college and career for herself, to starting a non-profit organization someday, according to Rochelle Gathje, FCCLA advisor. This is evident with her recent accomplishments in FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America), which took her to the July 2-6, 2017, National FCCLA Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tenn., accompanied by Gathje. Claire is the daughter of Jon and Sarah Pieper. At the conference, Claire competed in the Job Interview category and received gold, scoring an impressive 97/100. She was the top scorer in the Central Region that included Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Each state was allowed two participants in this category. For her project she needed to prepare a portfolio and a job that she researched. She also had to prepare a resume and cover letter, references, research on the occupation, job outlook, college prep, community service, salary, etc. This all had
to be organzied so that when she presented she was able to talk to the judges and show her proof of research and work. The judges also ask questions during the interview process, which can be about her career, her research, or FCCLA. The career in which Claire chose to do her project was journalism. Along with her presentation, Claire also attended different sessions on leadership, entrepreneurship, and general FCCLA meeting business such as election of new National Officers. She also attend some of Nashville’s attractions, which included a tour of the Grand Ole Opry, Nashville Shores Waterpark, and a private concert for all FCCLA attendees at the Nashville Sounds baseball
field, where country music artists Dan and Shay performed. There were also dancing lessons and a concert at the Wildhorse Saloon, and the 4th of July was spent in downtown Nashville listening to the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Chris Young, and fireworks as the Nashville Symphony played. FCCLA is a leadership organization. It’s basic principles are to get students to do some type of project or research on a given topic related to family, careers, or in the community, and showing leadership by putting together a project where students have to promote their learning through some type of presentation. The goal is to try to make a difference or a positive change.
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College News Dean’s List Fall 2016 • St. Mary’s University: Lucas Isensee, Chatfield; Kirsten Keefe, Chatfield; Shane Jacobson, Peterson; Sara Lind, Peterson; Gabrielle Shupe, Preston; Austin O’Hare, Rushford; Bailey O’Hare, Rushford; Haley Colton, Spring Valley; Sarah O’Connell, Spring Valley Dean’s List Spring 2017 • Augsburg College: Morgan Malley, Preston • Bethel University: Greyson Stocker, Peterson • Buena Vista University: Haley Kohlmeyer, Chatfield • Gustavus Adolphus: Matthew Dietz, Chatfield; Bailey Hilgren, Chatfield, Elementary Education • Iowa State University: Stephanie Erickson, Lanesboro, Agricultural Business; Steven Rein, Chatfield, Computer Engineering; Madeline Snyder, Lanesboro, Agricultural Business; Travis Troendle, Lanesboro, Agricultural Engineering; Andrew Love, Preston, Agronomy • Minnesota State Mankato: Mackenzie Nelson, Canton, High Honors, Automotive Engineering Technology; Autum Erickson, Chatfield, Communication Disorders; Colton Hines, Chatfield, Mechani-
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Childhood-Early Adolescence Education; Mariah Mueller, Rushford, Psychology; Ruth Higbe-Harrah, Whalan, Biology: Cellular and Molecular Biology Concentration; Madison Larrabee, Wykoff, Marketing • UW-Madison: Ben Pierce, Fountain, College of Letters and Science • UW-Platteville: Alexander Paulson, Chatfield, Industrial Engineering; Jacob Souhrada, Ostrander, Civil Engineering • UW-River Falls: Paige Isensee, Chatfield, Animal Science; Ashley Bue, Lanesboro, Biology; John Espe, Rushford, Physics; Tyler Kappers, Spring Valley, Dairy Science; Chelsea Lloyd, Spring Valley, Music • UW-Stevens Point: Maureen Puffer, Spring Valley, Highest Honors • UW-Stout: Kalli Kohlmeyer, Chatfield, BS Apparel Design and Development; Makayla Pederson, BS Human Development and Family Studies; Callie Spelhaug, Chatfield, BS Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism; Jerael Eddy, Lanesboro, BS Mechanical Engineering; Abigail Rudlong, Spring Valley, BS Dietetics • Upper Iowa University: Kourtney Coyle, Harmony, Exercise/Sport Studies; Zachary Royston, LeRoy, Industrial Technology; Nathan Skare, Spring Valley, Exercise/Sport Studies
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Minnesota weekly fuel update and outlook MINNESOTA, MN, July 17Average retail gasoline prices in Minnesota have not moved in the past week, averaging $2.20/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 2,856 gas outlets in Minnesota. This compares with the national average that has fallen 1.7 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.24/g, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com. Including the change in gas prices in Minnesota during the past week, prices yesterday were 9.0 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 1.8 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 5.0 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 3.3 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago. According to GasBuddy histor-
ical data, gasoline prices on July 17 in Minnesota have ranged widely over the last five years: $2.11/g in 2016, $2.65/g in 2015, $3.46/g in 2014, $3.65/g in 2013 and $3.52/g in 2012. Areas near Minnesota and their current gas price climate: • Wisconsin- $2.23/g, flat from last week’s $2.23/g. • Fargo- $1.99/g, flat from last week’s $1.99/g. • Twin Cities- $2.19/g, down 1.6 cents per gallon from last week’s $2.21/g. “As expected, gasoline prices over the last week were mixed. While the national average edged lower by a couple cents nearing its lowest of the summer, 20 states saw average prices move higher, two states saw prices little changed, while 28 saw average prices decline,” said Patrick DeHaan, senior petro-
leum analyst for GasBuddy.com. “Oil prices, after sagging to close the month of June, had started July by surging, only to let up shortly after. Last week, however, the market resumed the rise, posting a 5% weekly gain, so we’re likely again to see something of everything: gas prices rising in most areas, falling in a few, and perhaps changing little in a handful of places as well. The bigger issue we’re now looking at that could affect gasoline prices are a last minute special meeting OPEC will be holding on July 27. It remains a bit of a mystery what, if anything, they may decide, but all eyes will be focused on any policy changes or production changes.” For LIVE fuel price averages, visit http://FuelInsights.GasBuddy. com.
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, July 24, 2017
Fillmore County Police Reports Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Bryan Joseph Boland, 34, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/20/2017, Leaky Loads, Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Angela Leigh Danielson, 44, St. Charles, Minn.; 4/29/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Bronson Matthew Hahn, 18, Preston, Minn.; 6/21/2017, Lights on Implement of Husbandry – Front and Rear Lights Required, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Cameron Scott Harlan, 18, Coralville, Iowa; 6/17/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. James T. Jilk, 40, Fountain City, Wis., 6/9/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Carter Robert King, 19, Grand Meadow, Minn.; 6/8/2017, Possess Small Amount Marijuana in Motor Vehicle, Fine $150, Total Fees $240. 6/8/2017, Possession
of Drug Paraphernalia – Use or Possession Prohibited, Fine $50. Dominique Danielle McQueen, 22, Anoka, Minn.; 6/1/2017, Speeding – Exceed Limit 30 mph – Urban District (40/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. James Robert Munis, 57, Byron, Minn.; 6/27/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Joshua Thomas Newgard, 37, Lanesboro, Minn.; 6/19/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Deanne Rosalie Novotny, 57, Alexandria, Minn.; 6/26/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Hannah Lee Opat, 22, Decorah, Iowa; 6/22/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Anthony S. Picchioldi, 48, Vandalia, Ill.; 6/19/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Marqueda Teke Aria Rat-
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situation. I would advise pet owners to use caution and consider your pet’s well-being and safety. • Leave your pet at home whenever possible. • Arrange to have someone stay in the vehicle with the pet with the engine and air conditioner running. • Check with the business, as they may allow you to bring in your pet while shopping. Below is a chart that shows how fast the inside of your vehicle can heat up. This study also found that cracking the windows had very little effect on the temperature rise inside the vehicle. If you see an unattended pet in a vehicle, report this to law enforcement with a location and vehicle description. Please do not leave your pet unattended in a vehicle, even for a short period of time, as it could cause death or serious injury. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and of course, drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths.
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I noticed a dog that was in a vehicle the other day at a local business parking lot and the occupants were not around. I was wondering what I should have Troy H. done. With Christianson the recent warm weather, I can imagine the temperature inside the car must have been dangerously high for that dog. Is there a law against this? Answer: The law states that a person may not leave a pet unattended in a standing or parked motor vehicle in a manner that endangers their health or safety. A peace officer, humane agent, dog warden or a volunteer or professional member of a fire or rescue department may use reasonable force to enter a motor vehicle to remove a pet in this
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liff, 26, Coon Rapids, Minn.; 6/10/2017, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Kathleen Ann Schmidt, 65, Bettendorf, Iowa; 6/17/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Zachary Thomas Stanke, 20, Wykoff, Minn.; 12/21/2016, Domestic Assault - Commit an Act with Intent to Cause Fear in Another of Immediate Bodily Harm or Death, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 7/5/2019), Total Fees $990. Local Confinement – 365 days (stay 331 days for two years). Credit for time served: 34 days. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (7/5/2017): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign all releases of information, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment – updated, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. or drugs, Submit to Chemical Testing, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Domestic abuse evaluation - within 30 days from when the defendant is released from custody from any county and follow recommendations, No assault, aggressive, or threatening behavior, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Defendant may have contact with the victim C.M.B. only with the consent of the victim and court services. Jared Andrew Steinlage, 19, New Hampton, Iowa; 4/30/2017, Underage Consumption of Alcohol, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Bradley Richard Thatcher, 57, Rochester, Minn.; 6/25/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. MN Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division Lia Thao, 44, St. Paul, Minn.; 6/25/2017, Take of Posses Fish Over Limit, Fine $75, Total Fees $225.
Pitch the Commissioner event to be held in Preston Minnesota Health Commissioner Dr. Ed Ehlinger is hitting the road for the sixth summer in a row to hold “Pitch the Commissioner” events around the state. He invites community members to share their best ideas about how to improve health in their community while playing a friendly game of horseshoes. Fillmore County Public Health will host a pitch event at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, July 31 at the Preston Park/Pool, located at 117 Park Street, Preston, Minn. Commissioner Ehlinger will be present to collect ideas and launch the Preston Bike Share Program. “Health is created in communities, and community members typically have the best sense for what their areas need to improve and sustain health,” Commissioner Ehlinger said. “Pitch the Commissioner events are fun opportunities to get out into communities and meet people, and they provide us with insights that we can turn into policy priorities. I look forward to hearing some great ideas on how we can work together to make their communities stronger and healthier.” This is the sixth summer of horseshoe pitching, and previous events have covered all corners of the state from Winona to Worthington to International Falls. While pitching, participants have the opportunity to share their ideas with Commissioner Ehlinger about how local and state government can help to improve the health of their community. Past events have included conversations ranging from the
importance of adequate mental health services to health care workforce development to safe sidewalks. Minnesota Department of Health staff work with
MN State Patrol – Rochester Tammy J. Abramson, 48, Mahomet, Ill.; 6/18/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Robert Eugene McClary, 72, Cresco, Iowa; 5/31/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Sarah Jean Schroeder, 27, Rochester, Minn.; 4/22/2017, Speeding (72/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Sara Allen Wright, 35, Oronoco, Minn.; 6/18/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Preston Police Department Nicholas Andrew Reicks, 28, Harmony, Minn., 4/19/2017, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Rushford Police Department Parker Nelson Dittman, 21, Black River Falls, Wis.; 6/18/2017, Compose, Read, or Send Electronic Message in Motion of Traffic, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Abigail Helen Sand, 18, Peterson, Minn.; 6/24/2017, Underage Consumption of Alcohol, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. local public health officials to develop unique events that highlight community-level initiatives and resources. For more information about the Preston event, contact Brenda from Fillmore County Public Health at (507) 765-2636 or email bpohlman@co.fillmore. mn.us
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Crown Hill Cemetery Commission looks to the city for help By Karen Reisner At the July 17 meeting of the Preston City Council, Gary Feine and Kevin Ostern discussed the possibility of the city becoming involved in the operation and maintenance of the Crown Hill Cemetery. Mayor Kurt Reicks was absent. Feine briefly reviewed a history of the cemetery. The first registered burial was in 1865. He stated that after hours of research he was not able to prove the cemetery belonged to the city. Feine hoped to develop a mutual agreement with the city, for the city to assume responsibility for the cemetery. Ostern, cemetery treasurer, reported they now have two certificates of deposit which total $75,000. Last year the CDs yielded just $150 in interest. They have enough in checking to cover mowing costs this year, but will have to tap a CD next year to pay mowing costs. Ostern noted
many people already assume the city is responsible for maintaining the cemetery. Feine said they can do basic maintenance, but can’t do needed improvements. He expects it will take time to regroup and reorganize, so they are approaching the city now to start the process when they still have a decent balance. Ostern stated they are looking for funding from the city and for city manpower. A double lot in the cemetery can be purchased for $500 and there is a $300 internment fee. Since many lots are already sold, the income coming in is generally from internment fees (one to ten per year). Approval was given to establish a commission to look at options. Members will include Feine, Ostern, City Administrator Joe Hoffman, City Attorney Dwight Luhmann, and Councilmember Robert Maust.
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Other business in brief • A request from Linda Mathison to establish a physically disabled parking zone in front of the location of Fit Express and Active Physical Therapy at 131 St. Paul Street S. was again discussed. Mathison explained why she preferred the location on St. Paul St. Council members at the last meeting questioned whether it would be a safer because of less traffic and less of a slope to establish the physically disabled parking spot on Main St. Mathison said the physically disabled parking sign could be added to an existing parking sign in front of the building on St. Paul St. This parking spot would be in the same location as the ramp and make it easier for the physically disabled to maneuver and require less steps. The physically disabled parking spot to be located on St. Paul St. was approved. The resolution requests that Fillmore County concur with the council’s action. • The North Street Project was again discussed. Hoffman said he was optimistic that a development agreement can be worked out so Andy Bunge can develop the area. Councilman David Collett stated in his opinion the city didn’t purchase land to give it away. Maust noted that right now the city’s investment in that land provides no return. The com-
munity needs more new housing and with the development of the property the city could get some return. Maust said the proposal is a good idea; we have to figure out how to make it all work. Bunge was not in attendance. • The council approved the staff’s recommendation to hire
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Monday, July 24, 2017
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On July 26, 2017, the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will be hosting a field day to explore the benefits of using fire for vegetation management at Forestville State Park, 21071 County 118, Preston, Minn. The event is being held in partnership with MN DNR, MN Tree Farm Association, MN Forestry Association and High Point Realty. The tour will begin at 6 p.m. with a light supper being served beforehand at 5:30 p.m., provided by High Point Realty. Those attending will benefit from the expert knowledge of foresters and fellow landowners. Presenters include Mark White (Park
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• Note: Clothing and shoes (closed toe) appropriate for hiking through woodland terrain is encouraged. The hike is about ¾ mile long and some is uphill. • Also note: State park oneday permits will be provided to attendees at no charge. Directions: From the intersection of State Highway 16 and Fillmore County Road 5 south of Wykoff, drive about four miles south on County Road 5 and turn east on County Road 118 to the park entrance. Continue east on County Road 118 to the picnic shelter parking area about one mile from the park entrance. The bridge on the east side of the park is closed, so enter from the west from County Road 5. Contact the SWCD for more information at (507) 765-3878, ext. 3, or go to www.fillmoreswcd.org.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., JULY 25
•Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 8-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW, Preston.* •Mabel Public Library children’s program, 10-11am. •Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 10-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* •Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 11:30-12:30, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-2723731.*
•Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library* •AA Closed meeting, 7pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, PioÂneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*
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•Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*
THURS., JULY 27
•Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 8-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.*
•Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Mabel Public Library children’s program, 10-11am.• Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 10-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.* •Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 11:30am-12:30pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-2723731.*
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Send an upcoming event: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com •Canton Historical Society meeting, 5pm, Canton Community Center. Come join us, looking for new members. •Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* •Chatfield Brass Band, 7:30pm, Chatfield City Park. The Lost Faculties. •Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, Mabel Telephone Company, lower level, 214 N Main St., Mabel.*
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•Chatfield NA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*
SAT., JULY 29
•Spring Valley Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*
•Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507) 765-2518.
SUN., JULY 30 •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*
MON., JULY 31 •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.* •Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston. 507-7653898. •AA Crossroads Journey Group meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: OTHER CIVIL (REFORMATION OF INSTRUMENT/ QUIET TITLE) Court File No. 23-CV-17-364 Darrell Berg and Shirley Berg, Plaintiff, v. Grada Vreeman; Hadland & Osterud, Inc.; Owen Hadland; LaDonna Hadland; Martin Johnson; Ethel Johnson; Merton Hadland; Helen Hadland; Ward Ellingson; Diane Ellingson; State of Minnesota; CHSOstrander; Kevin Berg; City of Ostrander; Richard D. Peterson; Joan M. Baker; Joshua M. Shatek; Shannon L. Shatek; T.D. Fetterly, LLC; Darrell Becker; Bonnie Becker; Kevin Christenson; Robin Kohn; Russell Sanders; Lucy Pitzen; Darren J. Start; Tammy Start; Vernon and Mary Lou Diederich Revocable Trust. Also, all other persons or entities unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien, in the real estate described in the complaint herein, including the heirs at law, and legatees and devisees of any of the foregoing defendants who are deceased or dissolved, Defendants. SUMMONS THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The original Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Complaint is on file at the office of the Court Administrator of the above named Court. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this Summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Summons located at the following address: Law Office of Shawn Vogt Sween LLC Shawn Vogt Sween, Attorney at Law 104 Main Street Grand Meadow, MN 55936 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: EXHIBIT A That part of Outlots 9 and 12 in the Plat of Outlots in the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE 1/4 NE 1/4), and that part of said SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 30, Township 102 North, Range 13 West, City of Ostrander, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter of said NE 1/4 (NE 1/4 NE 1/4); thence South 00 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds West (assumed bearing) along the East line of said NE 1/4 NE 1/4 and along the East line of said SE 1/4 NE 1/4, 1549.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West along the North line of Outlot 12 of said Plat of Outlots, 173.00 feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence continuing North 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West along said North line, 60.30 feet; thence North 00 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds East, 73.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West, 58.08 feet to the Easterly Right-of-Way line of the now abandoned Chicago Great Western Railway Company Right-of-Way; thence South 12 degrees
21 minutes 34 seconds West along said R.O.W. line, 74.56 feet; thence North 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West along the Southerly R.O.W. line and along said North line of said Outlot 12, 102.13 feet to the Northwest Corner of said Outlot 12; thence South 12 degrees 21 minutes 34 seconds West along said Easterly R.O.W. line, 360.53 feet; thence South 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds East, 253.94 feet; thence North 00 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds East, 125.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds East, 55.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds East, 228.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 2.16 acres, more or less. Subject to any easements of record. EXHIBIT B An easement for access purposes over and across that part of Outlot 13 in the Plat of Outlots in the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE 1/4 NE 1/4) of Section 30, Township 102 North, Range 13 West, City of Ostrander, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter said NE 1/4 (NE 1/4 NE 1/4); thence South 00 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds West (assumed bearing) along the East line of said NE 1/4 NE 1/4 and along the East line of said SE 1/4 NE 1/4, 1549.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West along the North line of Outlot 12 of said Plat of Outlots, 306.53 feet to the Southerly and Easterly Right-of-Way line of the now abandoned Chicago Great Western Railway Company Right-of-Way and to the point of beginning of said easement to be herein described; thence continuing North 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West along said Southerly R.O.W. line and along said North line of said Outlot 12, 102.13 feet to the Northwest Corner of said Outlot 12; thence North 12 degrees 21 minutes 34 seconds East, 115.08 feet; thence South 77 degrees 19 minutes 19 seconds East, 77.17 feet; thence North 12 degrees 21 minutes 34 seconds East, 72.05 feet; thence South 89 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds East, 23.32 feet to said Easterly R.O.W. line; thence South 12 degrees 21 minutes 34 seconds West along said R.O.W. line, 170.68 feet to the point of beginning and containing 0.28 acres, more or less. The object of this action is to determine that the defendants have no right, title, estate, interest, or lien in or on the above described real estate. 8. 557.03 NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM. Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 557.03 you are hereby served with notice that no personal claim is made against you and that any defendant upon whom this notice is served who unreasonably defends this action shall pay full costs to the plaintiff. Dated: April 24, 2017 /s/Shawn Vogt Sween LAW OFFICE OF SHAWN VOGT SWEEN, LLC Shawn Vogt Sween MN# 0387368 104 Main St S Grand Meadow, MN 55936 Telephone: 507-754-4555 Facsimile: 507-754-4554 e-mail: shawn@svslawoffice.com Publish 17,24,31 brush spraying Fillmore township Beginning in August, Fillmore Township will be scheduling some roadside brush work along Township roadways. Unwanted brush will be treated with herbicide. We are notifying the public about this work since affected lands may be adjacent to the roadside scheduled for treatment. Our goal is to eliminate brush and promote grass cover along the roadside. Brush along the road reduces driving visibility, obstructs road signs, and reduces driver reaction time to crossing wildlife. Brush presents maintenance problems by retaining water along the roadbed, obstructing ditches and damaging equipment. Any landowner having concerns or wishing to maintain the right of way adjacent to their land in some other fashion, should contact any Fillmore Township Board member by August 14. Publish 17, 24 Pilot Mound Board change of meeting notice The next regular meeting of the Pilot Mound Board will be August 7, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. in the town hall, 31365 Hwy 30. Bill Sullivan, Clerk Publish 24 public hearing wykoff A Public Hearing will be held on August 14 at 7:00 pm at the Wykoff City Hall located at 217 North Gold Street, Wykoff, MN 55990 to hear comments on the proposed Wellhead Protection Plan. A representative from the MN Dept. of Health will be available for questions. A copy of the proposed plan is available on our website at http://www.wykoff.govoffice2.com, via email from Wykoff@arvig.net or at the city clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office during open hours. Rebecca Schmidt Clerk/Treasurer Publish 24,31
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PUBLIC NOTICES Notice of mortgage foreclosure sale THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: July 15, 2004 MORTGAGOR: Stephanie S. Bushee, a single person. MORTGAGEE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded July 19, 2004 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 340757. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. Dated July 15, 2004 Recorded July 19, 2004, as Document No. 340758. TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 600 Section Avenue North, Spring Valley, MN 55975 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 36.0054.010 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Commencing 105 feet North of the Southeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 103 North, Range 13 West, thence North 60 feet, thence West 16 rods, thence South 60 feet, thence East 16 rods to place of beginning, Fillmore County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $95,645.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $76,625.19 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: September 14, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on March 14, 2018 unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None â&#x20AC;&#x153;THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.â&#x20AC;? Dated: July 7, 2017 Minnesota Housing Finance Agency Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 135-17-004273 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 24,31,7,14,21, 28
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PUBLIC NOTICES STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No.: 23-PR-17-405 In Re: Estate of Rockny John Moger, Decedent. NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated November 5, 2014. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Rhonda Merchlewitz, whose address is 1295 Hwy 52, Preston, MN 55965, to serve as the personal representative of the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personaI representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: June 30, 2017 /s/James D. Attwood Court Administrator Steven Corson Atty. #18995 Corson Law Offices, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW PO Box 65 Preston, MN 55965 Phone: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 info@corsonlaw.com Publish 17,24
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WELL BUILT - WALKOUT TOWNHOME
NEW LISTING
209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD
$129,900 #4073199
• Commercial buildingNEW withLISTING great visibility in downtown Chatfield • 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for retail/office space • Large display window • Renovated handicap bathroom • New commercial grade carpet • Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor • Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments
TIM DANIELSON
homes@timdanielson.com
www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 867-9100
ELCOR Realty Co.
SOLD
29572 MORGAN RD, WYKOFF
•3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, 1991, 2005 (50’x100’)
SOLD
112 & 112 ½ 3RD AVE NE, STEWARTVILLE • 2 Units with 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Attached
PRIVATE ACREAGE ALONG BLACKTOP
NEW PRICE
• 2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Attached finished garage • Numerous updates • New quality windows • Remodeled kitchen and bathroom • Deck • Walk-in ceramic shower • Great location • Open layout • Finished walkout lower level
NEW RANCH IN ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD
$154,900 508 TWIFORD ST SW, CHATFIELD #4081346
NEW LISTING
• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • 2,214 sq. ft. • Metal roof • Steel siding • Hardwood floors • Central air • Open layout • Main floor laundry • Updated electrical service • No work needed ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANNE
453 AVE C NE, CHATFIELD
$184,900
• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2 Car garage • Main floor living • Both levels finished • Sunroom • 2,568 sq. ft. • Gas Fireplace • Walkout • No mowing or snow removal
#4081215
WALKOUT RANCH UNDER CONTRUCTION!
3 ACRES
$259,900 10006 COUNTY ROAD 7 SE, CHATFIELD #4080480 • 3 plus bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage w/attic storage • One owner • Hardwood floors • Sunroom • 2 Fireplaces • Finished walkout lower level • 2,810 sq. ft. • New roof • Updated bath • Newer quality windows • 5 parcels • 20 minute drive to Rochester • Move-in condition
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING $139,900 28 MILL HOUSE LANE SW, CHATFIELD #4081336
MOVE-IN CONDITION
$99,900 312 ST. PAUL STREET NW, PRESTON #4081286 • 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2 Car Garage • Custom trim • Paneled doors • Ceramic tile • Wood floors • Deck • Permanent siding • Central air • Qualifies for zero down
609 PARK ST SE, CHATFIELD
$275,000 #4078731
• 4 Bedroom • 3 Baths, • 2 Car Garage (636 sq. ft.) • Open floor plan • Main floor laundry/mudroom • Vaulted ceilings • Paneled doors • Master suite • Finished walkout lower level • Quality built • Established neighborhood along a quiet street QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP THROUGHOUT
8.99 ACRES
25153 COUNTY 17, PRESTON
$525,000
#4080451
• 4 Bedrooms • 4 Baths, 3 Car garage • 5,177 sq. ft. • Geothermal heating/air conditioning • In floor heat • Master suite • Hardwood & ceramic floors throughout • Walkout lower level with mother-in-law apartment • Private setting • Great view • Blacktop road • Close to bike trail
For more information on these listings and others visit ...…
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$299,900 122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD #4072386
NEW LISTING
$299,900 1232 LONE STONE CT SE, CHATFIELD #4081392 • 4 Bedrooms •3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 2,572 sq. ft.
• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 5,388 sq. ft. • 3 Car garage • Original woodwork • Elaborate craftsmanship • 10’ ceilings • Open layout • Main floor living • Quality windows • Double staircases • Pocket doors • Ash/Maple/Oak floors • Paneled doors • Master suite • Finished lower level • No backyard neighbors • Still time to personalize • Remodeled kitchen with granite tops & butler pantry • Finished walk up attic • Large corner lot • 2 Covered porches • “Milo White House” (Hazelwood) on the National Register
LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900 FOUNTAIN – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 8.5 acre building site with a couple acres of tillable located off the county road high on the hill overlooking the valley. #4077950 $99,000 LANESBORO - CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – Approximately 20 acre building site located along the blacktop. Great view, adjacent to state land, trails, 5 acres tillable with balance wooded. $220,000 LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – NEW LISTING – Wooded 5 acre building site with an amazing view. Additional land available. $119,900
LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 12 acres of woods with approximately 400’ of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #4076539 $49,900 LANESBORO – New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $84,900 WYKOFF – Farm in Jordan Township – 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $474,900
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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI
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808 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $209,000
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Beautifully updated and remodeled 4 bedroom 2 bath split level home located in quiet cul-de-sac subdivision. Recently painted interior, new granite counter tops in kitchen, new carpet in family room and new laminate flooring. You’ll enjoy the extra-large lot with screened in 3 season porch overlooking the patio below and landscaped back yard. The floor plan is open, bright and cheery. The lower level family room has been recently remodeled and includes gas fireplace, large day windows and separate laundry area. This is a quality home with lots of living space.
815 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $285,000
Professionally constructed custom built 5 bdrm, 3 bath home. Hdwd floors, ceramic tile, large eat-in kitchen & formal dining, main floor laundry, Master bedroom w/m. bath & walk in closet, gas fireplace in living room w/ ceramic surround, lower level walk out w/huge family room, & 2 lg storage rooms. You’ll love the large lot, beautiful deck, landscaped yard, cement drive & cul-de-sac location.
Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com G
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$94,900
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200 RIDGEVIEW LANE
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LANESBORO
1029 BUCKNELL COURT SPRING VALLEY • $279,000
Townhouse - 2 bedroom, 2 bath updated townhouse. Low association fees. Mint condition.
New Construction 4 bdrm, 3 bath split with approx. 2600 square feet of finished living space! Kitchen has Amish custom built cherry cabinets with pantry and stainless steel appliances, laminate wood flooring, manual dual heat zone, master bedroom with walk-in closet & 3/4 bath with heated floor and walk in shower. The lower level is finished with family room, full bath and 2 bedrooms , large day light windows and egress windows. 3 stall garage with cement drive. Call for more information.
PENDING
Stunning 4 bedroom 2 bath home filled with all the character and charm of yesteryear, but with all the modern updates and conveniences of today. Newly renovated home with 16x30 addition which is home to the master bedroom, main floor bath, larger kitchen & main floor laundry. The attic has been renovated and finished into a game room or, could be a 5th bedroom. New kitchen with newer appliances, center island and formal dining with hardwood floors. All new electrical and plumbing. Newly sheet rocked walls, knock down ceilings, open stair case, original wood work - mint condition. The 2 car garage has an attic area with extra storage. Nice deep lot with alley access.
PENDING
CALL BRENDA TODAY!
507-346-2060
Chatfield Office Rochester Office 116 N. Main St. 4123 26th St. NW
Results $98,900
202 RIDGEVIEW LANE
626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD
$125,000
Commercial Opportunities 144 MAIN STREET PRESTON
3 bedrooms • Large fenced yard • Newer windows • Living room • Dining
Spectacular views • Large ranch • Master suite w/jetted tub • Walk- room • Covered patio • Quiet street in closet • Main floor laundry • Formal living room and dining room G ISTIN $262,500 • Remodeled kitchen • 4 bath • Lower level is currently set up as a NEW L 32795 GALLOP LANE, mother-in-law apartment • Completely remodeled and updated • 1/2 LANESBORO acre lot • Wildlife • Large deck NEW
725 MEMORIAL DRIVE SPRING VALLEY • $110,000
New Office
LANESBORO
3 bedrooms • Baths • Large main floor master • Main floor laundry • Remodeled 2nd level • Formal dining room • Living room • New roof • New windows • New vinyl siding • New deck • Garage • Storage shed • Close to pool and park • Large corner lot NEW
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Charming 4 bdrm 2 bath home with character and charm. Hardwood floors, original woodwork, open staircase, paneled doors, French doors, 2 wood fireplaces, walk-up attic, 4 season porch, updated kitchen, walk out, and new updated electrical panel. This property is partially fenced and sits on just under an acre of land. Large enough for growing room. This one is sure to please!
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Great opportunity for business or rental • Main floor is currently rented out • Remodeled apartment with wood floors, high ceilings, open floor plan • Large area on 2nd level is open & can be finished into additional rentals
BUILDING LOT FOR SALE
Remodeled and updated • Scenic Lanesboro • Next to State Bike Trail • High traffic area • Unlimited possibilities • Wood floors • High Breathtaking views of scenic Lanesboro Dam and bluffs • 3 bedroom 1-level living • 3 large bedrooms • 2 baths • 2+ attached garage • No ceilings • Laundry on both levels • 2 bedroom apartment upstairs • • 2 baths • Formal living room • Dining room • Family room • 3-season association fees • Open kitchen, living and dining room • New carpet • 385 HILLSIDE SR. SE Enclosed porch • 2 car garage • New window • Metal roof porch • Large patio area • Fireplace • Retaining walls • 2 car attached $40,500 Patio • Storage shed • Private back yard • Close to state bike trail & Root CHATFIELD garage • Brick exterior River Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to golf course • $135,000 Open to builders • City Utilities
$114,900
Spud Boy Diner
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$255,000
1137 LONE STONE CT SE
$129,900
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Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • High traffic area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation
www.SEMNrealestate.com Office 507-886-4221 25 W Center St Harmony, MN 55939
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Broker/Owner 507-458-6110 roxanne@harmonytel.net MN & IA Licensed
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Turn Key Restaurant Harmony
335 5th Ave SE, HARMONY
Quality home with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Lots of living space w/full basement. Private backyard with deck and patio door. 2 car attached garage. $150,000
Cottage style 3 bedroom home to make your own. Eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors in living room, full bath and 2 bedrooms on main. 2 car garage. $42,500 D!
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Turn Key Restaurant! Don’t miss this one, it’s ready for you to walk in! Located in the heart of downtown.
Snatch this opportunity! Preston
Enjoy this historic JailHouse Inn. 12 guest rooms, chef’s kitchen, dining area & more. Private owners suite.
Versatile Building, Harmony
HARMONY
Realtor, GRI 507-251-0281 kelsey@harmonytel.net MN Licensed
Members of
SEMN Association of Realtors, Rochester
Subdivision with country views & building incentive! No builder restrictions.
11425 County 21, CANTON
Main Street Location, Harmony
Main Street Location! 2 commercial units side-by-side. 2 off street parking spots. Harmony.
Highway Exposure! Mabel
SOLD
NOLAN VALLEY LOT
REDUCED! Versatile building in Harmony. Ready for you to come in and run your business.
316 Prairie Ave E, MABEL
Efficiency living! Enjoy this home with several updates including furnace, water heater, electrical, roof & more! 14x16 carport. Small garden w/several plants. $33,500
4 Acres on hard surface road. Large 2 story w/neat woodwork, hardwood floors & pocket doors. Lg garage used as shop, barn and Quonset. $109,900
6.37 acres outside of Mabel, rural subdivision with trout fishing. Make this your home or getaway!
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104 Canton Ave, CANTON
Kelsey Bergey
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A slice of country! 2.5 acres on hard surface road. 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom. Detached garage. $70,000
MOVING?
Rochester • Stewartville Spring Valley • Chatfield • Eyota St. Charles • Rushford • Peterson Ostrander • Fountain • Preston Lanesboro • Mabel • Harmony Cresco • Spring Grove • Decorah
Room for everyone! Main home features 3 bedrooms & baths. In-law unit offers a complete package with 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, & office. New garage roof! $132,900
Acreages
11528 US 52, CANTON
Great location at the Head of the State Bike Trail • Updated and remodeled • Ideal for retail, office space, storage, rental space • Over 4,000 sq. ft. • Unlimited potential
CED!
205 Franklin St NW, PRESTON
15680 County 9, PRESTON
Bring the horses! 4.84 acres w/historic 3-story barn & fenced pastures. Spacious home w/ character. $116,900
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603 CALHOUN AVE CHATFIELD LANESBORO FORESTVILLE STATE PARK $59,900 Ranch home • 3 bedrooms New home with open floor plan • 4 bedrooms • 2 baths • Kitchen w/ island • Formal dining and living room • Main floor laundry • Family on main floor • 2-baths • Wood floors • Large living room • 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, fishing, camping • Private Deck • Garage • Move-in ready room • Walk-out patio • Fenced yard • 3 car garage • Steel siding • Ideal for house or cabin
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3 story building with finished basement • 8 rental units for income • All bar equipment will stay • Newer $218,000 elevator • Newer sprinkler system • Updated and 105 ELMWOOD ST. E ready for business • Ideal for bar, restaurant, office LANESBORO (SLANT AVENUE) space, any type of retail • Unlimited possibilities • Was a hotel, medical center and bar
19-acre paradise • Woods, tillable and pasture • 1536 sq ft. pole shed • Ranch • Wood floors • Sun room • Open living and dining area • Main floor laundry • 2+ attached garage • Private setting • Dead end road
312 CENTER ST NE PRESTON
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Enjoy your summer! One level living w/unfinished basement. Attached 2 car & large corner lot. Just blocks to Upper Iowa River & easy drive to Decorah. $124,000
430 Main Ave S, HARMONY
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GARAGEâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;SALES HUGE GARAGE SALE at 18063 Summer Dr, Houston, MN (Money Creek). Horse stuff, restaurant booth, scaffold, household goods, and much, much more! July 14 (10-5), July 15 (8-5), July 21 (10-5), July 22 (8-5). g17,24-o HUGE SALE - end tables, rocking chairs, large curio cabinet, patio set, bar stools, antique school desk, menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bike, motorcycle gear and parts, Precious Moments collections, athletic clothing, shoes, dishes, silver pieces, jewelry, and much more! Friday, July 28, 3-6pm and Saturday, July 29, 8am-noon. Devin Nagle home, 101 Kansas Street, Preston. g24-x
FOR SALE Wood pallets. All sizes and wood colors. $5 each. Call 507-251-5297. s23tfn-x 3 REFRIGERATED semi trailers, 48-foot. 1990-2000. $2,300-$3,500. Thermo King SB3. Cooling unit sold separate, $600$1200. Call for details. 507-259-4556. s3-TFN Heat your entire home for free. Certified OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. Central Boiler Classic Edge. Buy NOW and save up to $400! Call today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533-4523. s24,31,7-o Central Boiler certified E-CLASSIC OUTDOOR FURNACE. Smart heating choice. Buy NOW and save up to $1350! Call today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533-4523. s3,10,17-o
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Celebrating 20 years in the ICF Industry Complete sales and education available of 42518 State Hwy 44 â&#x20AC;˘ Mabel, MN 55954 multiple ICF Forms and Phone (507) 493-5888 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax (507) 493-3888 all related accessories Email tristateicf@gmail.com including ICF Bracing Website www.tristateicf.com sales and rental. BEST PRICES, BUILD DIFFERENT, BUILD BETTER, BEST SUPPORT, WE KNOW ICF'S.
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Tired of your boring desk job? Want to enjoy the outdoors before the summer ends? Come join our fun and exciting team at Root River Outfitters in Lanesboro! Root River Outfitters is under new ownership and our team is growing. We need fun, energetic individuals to work with tubes, canoes, kayaks and customers. Flexible hours and responsibilities, along with employee perks and bonuses make this an opportunity you want to be a part of. Apply at Root River Outfitters, 101 Parkway Ave. S., Lanesboro, MN. h17,24-o
Spring Valley Living is hiring CNAs, LPNs and RNs in the Skilled Nursing setting. Full-time and Parttime positions available. Competitive wages and shift differentials offered. To apply please visit our website at www. springvalleyliving.org/careers or send resume to hr@springvalleyliving.org. EOE. h17,24-o
BRANDING IRON is looking for a parttime day server and possibly some hosting. Possibly some night shifts also. Stop at the Branding Iron for application or call Steve with any questions. 507-765-3388. h17,24-o BRANDING IRON is looking for highly motivated kitchen worker, also looking for lead cook. Part-time or full-time, some days, mostly evenings. Some restaurant experience preferred. For questions, call Steve or Seth at 507-765-3388 or stop by to fill out application. h17,24-o Semcac Head Start/ Paraprofessional/Preston. Make a difference in the life of a child. Come join the Semcac Head Start team as a Paraprofessional. Duties would contribute to a safe, nurturing classroom. Fulltime, school-year position. Rewarding work with great benefits. Applications and more information available at www.semcac.org or by contacting Barb Thompson at Semcac: (507) 864-8202 or barb.thompson@semcac.org. Former and current Head Start parents are encouraged to apply. Application must be postmarked by July 28, 2017. E.O.E. h17,24-o OPENING FOR A COOK - day shift. Flexible schedule every other weekend. New pay scale. Call Cathy at Park Lane Estates at 507-765-9986 or 507-2593291. h17,24,31-o LANESBORO SCHOOL DISTRICT #229 is accepting applications from qualified individuals for the positions of Substitute Bus Driver or Substitute Van Driver for the 2017-2018 school year. Applications can be found on our school website (www.lanesboro.k12. mn.us) or may be picked up at the school office, 100 Kirkwood St E Lanesboro, MN. Send application to Chad Wangen - Transportation Director, 100 Kirkwood St E, Lanesboro MN 55949. Applications accepted year-round. EOE h10,17,24-o Spring Valley Living is seeking a full-time cook. Previous experience preferred but not necessary. We will train the right individual. To apply please visit our website at www.springvalleyliving. org/careers or stop in for an application. EOE. h17,24-o
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Spring Valley Living is seeking Universal Workers for the Housing with Services setting. Part-time position available on day shift. Duties may include housekeeping, activities, meal service and some personal cares. Previous experience not required, we will train the right individuals! To apply please visit our website at www.springvalleyliving.org/careers or stop in for an application. EOE. h17,24-o Spring Valley Living is hiring a full-time Director of Nursing. Qualified candidates must possess a current and active license to practice as an RN in Minnesota. Previous long term care experience and knowledge of MDS process preferred. Send resume to hr@ springvalleyliving.org to apply today! EOE. h17,24-o 25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW! Earn $1000 per week! Paid CDL Training! STEVENS TRANSPORT COVERS ALL COSTS! 1-877-2091309 drive4stevens.com (NANI) AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING Get FAA certification. Approved for military benefits. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888686-1704 (NANI) Make $1,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Weekly! Mailing Brochures! Easy Pleasant Work!: WWW.HomeBucks.us ####. $1,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Weekly! Processing Mail! Send SASE: Lists/NN, Springhouse, PA 19477-0396 (NANI) AIR DUCT CLEANING TECH Looking for an Air Duct Cleaning Tech with experience in Southwest Minnesota. Call 507/831-2128 or 507/822-1551 (MCAN) CDL-A DRIVERS $7,500 sign-onbonus. Medical benefits day 1 & earn $65k+ first year!!! Guaranteed pay. 401k with match & more! Text DRIVER to 82257 for more info or visit McLaneMNDrivers.com (MCAN) CLASS A CDL Driver. Good home time. Stay in the Midwest. Great pay and benefits. Matching 401k. Bonusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and tax free money. Experience needed. Call Scott 507-437-9905. Apply on-line WWW.MCFGTL.COM (MCN)
MAKE A NAME FOR YOURSELF IN FILLMORE COUNTY FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL IS LOOKING FOR A FREELANCE WRITER TO COVER
CHATFIELD SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS If you would like to earn some extra money, there are freelance opportunities available! If you are interested in joining our news team, contact Assistant Editor Ellen Whalen at
ellen@ďŹ llmorecountyjournal.com 507-765-2151
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NOW HIRING TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, Inc. 507-886-4600
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$3,000 HIRING BONUS $1,000 at completion of Probation $2,000 at 180 calendar days
Starting wage: $17.67/hr plus $.35 shift differential Health Insurance: 80/20 coverage and low deductibles $300/$600 Premiums: $92/month/single, $172/month/family Position: Production 10pm-6am Additional BeneďŹ ts Include: Dental, 401K, Company Paid Pension, Safety Bonuses, Paid Holidays/Vacation
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EMPLOYMENT MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance! Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! WWW.HomeBucks. US ###### Earn $1,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Processing Mail! Details: Rush SASE: LISTS/IA, Springhouse, PA 19477-0396 (MCN)
Help Wanted Country Trails Inn & Suites Preston, MN
Full & Part-time Front Desk & Housekeeping
(must be 16 to apply) Pick up application at the hotel. For more information, call the hotel. Ask for Kelly.
507-765-2533
Position Available Fillmore County Farm Service Agency (FSA) has a temporary full-time program technician position open. Computer skills are required. Starting pay ranges from $12.53 to $15.74 per hour depending on the qualiďŹ ciations of the applicant. Position is located at the Fillmore County FSA OfďŹ ce, 413 Farmers St NW, Preston, MN, 507-765-3892. Applications must be ďŹ led on form FSA-675 and may be obtained at the Fillmore County FSA OfďŹ ce or obtained online. Applications will be accepted at the Fillmore County FSA OfďŹ ce and must be received by 4:30pm on July 27, 2017. For questions, please contact the County OfďŹ ce. FSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FILLMORE COUNTY DAC is accepting applications for
FULL-TIME JOB COACH Daytime hours - Monday through Friday Must have valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. All training is provided.
Generous paid time off Life insurance Competetive wages Vacation time
Join our great team! If interested, call 507-765-3378 for an application, or go to our website, www.fillmorecountydac.com for the application.
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