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Kelly Printing and Signs adds Grizzly coolers to eclectic merchandise line By Tim Little

A select few of the Mabel-Canton Trapshooting Team are all smiles as they competed at the MSHSL’s State Tournament on June 24 in Prior Lake, Minn. Photo by Melissa Miller target shooting sports, trap- surprise to find many local By Miranda Cox shooting is distinguished by schools now offering trapmiranda@fillmorecountyjournal.com individuals attempting to shooting to their students. In Sure, it appears to stray shoot targets, typically done fact, some of those of which away from the typical nature with a 12-gauge shotgun, ran- that have done so already are of other, more widely accepted domly launched from a single Rushford-Peterson, Spring sports. It does not involve “house” or machine from vari- Grove, Lanesboro, Houston, a ball and lacks the physical ous predetermined spots. Dis- Fillmore Central, and Mabelcontact ordinary athletes are regarding the shooting facet in Canton. all too aware of. While many its entirety, the pastime also However, it is the latter stress the importance of a so- emphasizes safety involving which has maintained the called “clear head” when com- the entity and their surround- highest priority as of late, due peting, little take into account ings in both handling and to its recent participation at perhaps the most demanding operating firearms. the Minnesota State High in this very aspect as far as With its ever-increasing recreational activities go: trap- popularity, much of which See TRAPSHOOTING Page 9  shooting. is understandably located Categorized as one of three throughout smaller, more Comment on this article at of the major competitive clay rural communities, it is of no www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

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Brad and Mike, they started designing and making signs tim@fillmorecountyjournal.com and vehicle lettering through It started with printing, but FCJ Signs located in Harmony. then several business deci- Later, screen printing was added sions led to an eclectic mix of and produced in Brad’s garage, merchandise that makes Kelly located in Fountain. Eventually Printing they began and Signs a embroidery “We had quite a few truly unique on clothcustomers that were retailer in ing and also bringing in coolers and Bluff Counstarted heat try. The latwe were putting decals on t r a n s f e r s , est addition self inking them. We’d do any kind to the merstamps and of cooler, but most of chandise line more. In them were the Grizzlies.” is Grizzly 1999, they Mike Kelly coolers and purchased mugs. the current According to Kelly Printing’s building on Highway 52 just Facebook page, Kelly Printing north of Preston and changed and Signs has been a family the business name to Kelly business since 1996. Richard Printing and Signs The busiand Esther Kelly first owned ness is now owned by Brad and and operated the Fillmore Mike and currently has eight County Journal and expanded employees. with offset printing in down- The road that led to selltown Preston, becoming “Kelly See GRIZZLY Page 2  Printing.” Along with sons

Rushford approves loan modification for GForce, Ink By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Last March, the Rushford City Council unanimously approved a recommendation by the Economic Development Authority (EDA) to enter into an agreement with GForce, Ink. The agreement was drawn up with the intent of addressing notes and lines of credit due to the city. Details of that agreement included payment on Revolving

Loan Funds, including accrued interest, no later than July 1, 2017. In addition, the company was to pay off a $25,000 line of credit with Coulee Bank that was guaranteed by the Rushford EDA in 2016 and remain current on all utilities, fees, charges, and taxes due to the city. When they failed to comply with the agreement, the city considered declaring default and See GFORCE, INK Page 14 

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ing Grizzly coolers is a somewhat irregular and winding one, influenced by customer demand and the underlying principle of carrying goods that can be personalized. “We began doing clothing for the city of Preston, putting their logo on it and they said, ‘why don’t you just get

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Carhart so we can buy everything from you,’” recalled Mike Kelly. “A couple phone calls later we had Carhart. Then somebody jokingly said, ‘now if you just carried Redwing shoes we could get it all here.’ So, we got Redwing shoes. Full color stuff is getting bigger (brochures, booklets, bulletins, auction bills) so we just got a bigger digital printer,” Kelly remarked.

Mike Kelly of Kelly Printing and Signs on Highway 52 near Preston shows an assortment of Grizzly coolers recently added to their great line of customizable merchandise. Photo by Tim Little

Most recently, Kelly noted, “We had quite a few customers that were bringing in coolers and we were putting decals on them. We’d do any kind of cooler, but most of them were the Grizzlies,” Kelly said. “They’re more cost effective than the Yetis, which is their competitor. My nephew who works here has a friend that works at Iowa Rotocast Plastics, Inc. in Decorah which manufactures the Grizzly coolers. So we kind of had an in as far as knowing somebody and knowing something about the company,” Kelly said. “Most (of the Grizzly cooler buyers) have been local businesses, whether they’re giving them away as gifts or some coolers have gone to silent auctions and money makers,” Kelly said. For example, Rushford Foods had a two-day sale and gave away a customized cooler at each of its three stores. Kelly noted that “We’ve sold a few to farmers to take to cattle shows, with their logo on them.” They’ve also sold personalized coolers for wedding gifts. Kelly Printing offers a range of five different Grizzly cooler sizes starting at a 15 quart ($124.99) all the way up to a 400 quart cooler ($625). It also offers Grizzly’s line of insulated mugs and can koozies. “The mugs have been real big sellers. You can put ice in them in the morning and at night you still have ice,” Kelly noted.

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! “We don’t have room for anything else,” Kelly laughed, “Of course I said that three things ago. Kelly noted that the criteria for adding new lines to the business is “anything you can personalize.”

In July the store will begin offering two different sizes of a soft sided cooler (12 quart and 20 quart) that Grizzly is releasing. So, what is the next new item for Kelly Printing and Signs?

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C ommentary By the dawn’s early light! By Yvonne Nyenhuis As we approach the nation’s birthday, we look to our flag waving in the wind, the red and white stripes and the stars in a field of blue, repreYvonne senting our Nyenhuis 50 states, and we feel pride and joy. No matter our differences, today we are united, one large family under the dome of heaven! As I was writing this, my husband Glenn reminded me that the stripes in the flag represent the 13 original states. This led to a conversation in which we shared our amazement that the words written in 1787 in Philadelphia still provide the foundation of our laws today. While our forefathers anticipated growth, they could not have begun to imagine the enormous magnitude, speed and energy which in 200 years would cause our nation to become a super power in the world. We went from 13 states along the east coast to dominating the continent, expanding through the mid-west, to the west coast and the Pacific ocean and in recent years, embracing Alaska and Hawaii. We built railroads, bridges, flooded the country with cars and highways, airplanes, radios, telephones, television, the internet and developed a spacecraft that could land on the moon! At the time the Constitution was written, it was an overnight trip with horse and carriage from Philadelphia to New York and communication was Editorial Cartoon

conducted in letters delivered by a rider on horseback. The founding fathers in their wisdom wrote into the original work a legal procedure for submitting amendments which permitted change to take place in an orderly way. This allowed us to abolish slavery and for women to obtain the right to vote. Today we celebrate the ideal that we are all equal in the sight of God and in the laws of the land. We revisit our heritage and our promise of “a more perfect union.” We remind ourselves that freedom, justice and prosperity are not guaranteed. Evil continues to undermine civilization in the form of random violence, mass murder and cruel mindless attacks designed to disrupt the lives of those who wish to live in peace. Quite remarkably, over the years we have had leaders who rose above their human frailties and inspired our nation to accomplish greatness. Wise leadership encourages the best in us and unifies us in purpose and resolve. In 1863, Abraham Lincoln spoke at Gettysburg. “That this nation shall have a new birth of freedom and that government of the people, by the people shall not perish from the earth!” During World War II, Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s voice rang out, “We have nothing to fear but fear itself!” When it came to fighting for integration, Martin Luther King Jr. assured us, “The arc of the universe is long but it bends toward justice.” John F. Kennedy said in his

inaugural address in 1961, “Let every nation know whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.” He encouraged us to dream and proposed “landing a man on the moon!” President Ronald Reagan in a speech in West Berlin June 12, 1987: “If you seek peace and prosperity for the Soviet Union, Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” George W. Bush September 11, 2001, in response to the attack on the Twin Towers in New York: “These acts of mass murder were intended to frighten our nation into chaos and retreat but have failed.” “America and our friends and allies join with all those who want peace and security in the world and we stand together to win the war against terrorism.” Further thoughts by Abraham Lincoln are eerily relevant today. “We meet in an hour of change and challenge in a decade of hope and fear, in an age of both knowledge and ignorance.” Along with the picnics and fireworks we may take time to reflect. If we want wise leadership we need to learn more about the process of governing. The task of governing takes experience and knowledge, confidence and humility, integrity, patience, tenacity and courage. It is about pursuing truth, facts, gathering information and confronting problems with reason as well as passion. It is helpful to have studied law, history and science. It is time now to light the 241 candles on our birthday cake! (My husband says, “With all the hot air in Washington, it will be easy to blow them out!”)

Letter about America’s healthcare plan... To the Editor, The Republican House and the Republican Senate have been working very hard to take healthcare away from over 20 million Americans. Trump is supporting these efforts which would kill thousands of Americans. It would also either raise people’s insurance costs and/or give crappier coverage. Seventeen percent of Americans support Trumpcare, but they still may pass this outrage mainly because it includes a multi-billion dollar tax cut for the richest Americans. If they don’t pass a new killer healthcare plan, Trump can still, and likely would, work to sabotage Obamacare, because that’s the kind of guy he is. Trump policies are also doing their best to increase environmental pollution and to allow more business predation of American consumers. The Republicans will also cut taxes on the wealthy later this year with or without the healthcare tax cut. This is what Republicans do. They cut taxes on the wealthy and they cut regulations on business. Republicans do care about the average American in one way. They do their doggone best into conning you into voting for them. I hope America someday recovers from the horror show that is just beginning. Greg Rendahl Ostrander, MN

Clarification In the June 19, 2017, issue of the Fillmore County Journal, in the article titled “Complaints aired at Wykoff Council,” it was stated that citizen Dan Grabau spoke about sewer backup issues in a basement. To clarify, the building Grabau spoke about was not his residence, but one with which he is affiliated.

Government this week Monday, July 3 • City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall 5:30 p.m. • Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 5 • Preston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Fountain City Council, City Hall, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6 • Houston School Board, High School Library, 6 p.m. Monday, July 10 • Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Houston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

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St. Mane Theatre collaborative mural painting invitation Lanesboro Arts invites community members of all ages to participate in the painting of a large-scale mural on the back of the St. Mane Theatre on Tuesday, July 11 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Live music, refreshments and family art activities are also planned. Individuals or groups interested in helping can stop by on July 11 or contact Kara Maloney at Lanesboro Arts to schedule painting time that day or sometime during the week of July 10. This family-friendly project is happening in conjunction with a grant that Lanesboro Arts received from the National Association of Realtors for placemaking in support of Surprise Sculpture, a youth program offering artistic exploration and construction site-specific sculp-

had proposed and unify them into one impactful work of art that reflects the spirit and heritage of our community,” said Kara Maloney, Surprise Sculpture’s Educational Lead. GoodSpace Murals designs large and small-scale exterior paint murals, engages in community collaborated creation processes, and guides participants in processes to connect communities through artistic creation. The St. Mane Theatre is located within Lanesboro’s historic district and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as designated by the U.S. Department of the Interior. The building is privately owned by the Lanesboro Arts Center but hosts public events such as concerts, films, variety shows, educational classes, artists residen-

tures for public spaces. Projects range from large wire spider webs in the bluffs to drawings in vacant storefront windows to an enormous dragonfly made out of upcycled and recycled materials. Surprise Sculpture aims to increase the beauty of overlooked places in the community, encourage walkability, and foster public interaction. Ideas for the mural were brainstormed by community members and Surprise Sculpture students in March and will be painted by community members with the help of GoodSpace Murals, a Minneapolis based artist collective. “Lanesboro Arts is thrilled to be collaborating with an established arts and culture organization. They were easily able to take the many designs community members

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cies, and more for diverse audiences locally, regionally, and nationally. The mural is being painted on a non-contributing backstage mid-1900s block addition to the building. Lanesboro has a history of Arts Campus initiatives. This project will the fifth community engagement public art project in Lanesboro, following the 2001/2011 Bronze Medallion Tour, 2005 Theatre Construction Wall Mural, 2014 Lanesboro Library Mural, and the 2014 Haiku Poetry Parking Lot. Lanesboro Arts received a “Paint the Town” grant through the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) in partnership with Ace Hardware to supply the paint. The grant is designed to engage

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Retiring Chief Deputy Tony Webber with Commissioners Peterson, Dahl, Bakke, Lentz, and Prestby. Photo by Kristina Kohn By Karen Reisner Out going EDA director Sam Smith introduced the new EDA director, Stephanie Hatzenbihler, at the June 27 meeting of the county board. Smith will continue with CEDA in the Mankato area. This was his last day with Fillmore County. During his time with the Fillmore County EDA, Smith worked to expand broadband to rural areas in the county. Rural Lanesboro was one of two applications submitted for a 2016 Border to Border Broadband Development grant. AcenTek is expected to break ground in late summer in the rural Lanesboro area where the grant application was successful. In support of the grant appli-

cations to rural Lanesboro and rural Rushford, the county board agreed to provide $75,000 to support each application. This day the board formalized the establishment of a Broadband Development Fund in the amount of $150,000. This will be a revolving loan fund that will be paid back and used to support future applications for broadband grants. The fund will be used to support grant applications for any provider of services within the county. The board approved an agreement with AcenTek to loan them $75,000, which will be repaid to the county over three years, pending county attorney approval of the agreement. Smith noted

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the provision of monetary support by a local government entity for an application is important; it adds points for an application when the application is reviewed by the office of Broadband Development. This is a competitive process for limited grant funding. The state grant in the Lanesboro area project provides about 25% of the total project cost. Smith said it is our intention to resubmit an application for the Rushford project this year. Chief deputy retirement Chief Deputy Tony Webber’s last day is June 30. Sheriff Tom Kaase said he wants Kevin Beck to be appointed as chief deputy to replace Webber. Beck is currently Emergency Management/ Assistant Jail Administrator. Kaase wants that position to be filled by Sgt. Don Kullot. A long discussion ensued about whether to have Beck go on an unpaid leave of absence or to enter into an agreement (as there has been in the past) to maintain his seniority in the event he left the chief deputy position. An agreement offers a chief deputy security that he will be able to get his former position back if someone else is elected sheriff. Commissioners by consensus had a preference for an agreement over the leave of absence idea. The appointment requests were tabled until the next board meeting to give the union time to comment. Kaase asked that the process be started to fill a deputy sheriff position. A motion to advertise for a deputy sheriff was approved with Gary Peterson voting no. Approval was also given to move a jailer position held by John Whitney from part-time to full-time. The Sentence to Serve (STS) contract with the state was approved. Kaase called it a valuable program. The Institution Community Work Crew (ICWC) contract was approved. This allows the county to bring in state prisoners which make up part of the STS crew. The contract is the same as the last two year contract. Other business in brief • Medical Examiner R. Ross Reichard reviewed the statistics for 2016. One-hundred fifteen cases were referred to the ME, of which there were 19 complete autopsies. Ninety-four percent were deaths by natural causes, mostly cardiac events or cancer. Most accidental deaths resulted from a fall of elderly persons. There was one death ruled a homicide and three suicides. There were no deaths due to a drug overdose in 2016 and only one in the last four years. • Anne Koliha, SWCD, received board approval to adopt a summary of “other waters” into the Local Water Management Plan to satisfy the requirements of the Buffer Law. She said there are no additional maps, adding this is just a formality. There is no change to the water plan after going through this process. • The advertisement for a full time social worker both internally and externally was approved. Sal-

ary and benefits for the social worker in the social services unit for mental health services will be paid with CREST funds. • Four bids were received for the CSAH 1 reconstruction project. The low bid from Midwest Contracting at $3,499,758 was approved. The bid was under the engineer’s estimate. A Master Partnership Contract between the county and MnDot was approved. The contract governs the provision of services and payment to each other. • The 2017 Airport Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan Update and Professional Consulting Agreement with Bolton and Menk was approved. The scope of the work is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration. The total fee is $243,100. The county is responsible for 5%, or $12,155. Five hangar lease agreements were renewed. Gabrielle Kinneberg was appointed to the Airport Committee. • A Joint Powers Agreement with the state of Minnesota, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, was approved as recommended by the county attorney and sheriff. • A five-year license agreement between the county and the state of Minnesota benefiting the DNR for a communications antenna was approved. The county will receive $1,500 per year. • Robert Goede, risk management consultant with Min-

nesota Counties Insurance Trust (MCIT), reviewed the 2017 member report. Goede explained that MCIT recognizes the risk while conducting business electronically. Therefore, MCIT has replaced its data compromise expense endorsement with a comprehensive data compromise and computer attack coverage solution issued and administered by Hartford Steam Boiler. Goede noted Fillmore County has a track record that reflects good safety practices. • Approval was given for Fillmore County to convey and deed lots 7 and 8 (lying south of Mill St.) to the city of Lanesboro. • Computer replacements for 2017 were approved. HP had the low bid for laptops, $5,920. Dell had the low bid for desk tops, $12,600. • Upgrades for the Veteran Services Office/Extension Office were approved to be paid for with the veterans grant. • Approval was given to continue in the 2017 Performance Measures (13 Fillmore County goals). Authorization was given to submit 2016 Performance Measures to the state. The county receives a little over $2,000 for participation in the program. • County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman provided the budget timeline for the 2018 budgeting process. Commissioner Mitch Lentz suggested that department heads be directed to hold their budgets flat, thereby absorbing employee COLA and benefit increases.

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June 19, 2017, brought members of the City of Preston, Preston EDA and Preston Chamber of Commerce together to celebrate the ribbon cutting of B&B Bowl and Restaurant after their rebuild. Shown above are, back row, left to right, Kevin Ostern - Morem Electric, Jennifer Niemeyer - F & M Community Bank, Kurt Reicks - City of Preston, Dan Christianson - F&M Community Bank, Jason Sethre - Fillmore County Journal, Cathy Enerson - Preston EDA, Ashley LaFleur - Preston Floral and Gift, Hilary Diede Blossom Hill orchard and farm, Ilene Edwards - KFIL Radio, Becky Jones - Preston Service Plus, Gabby Kinneberg - Preston Area Chamber of Commerce, Terri Allen - Terri’s Tender Lovin’ Stitches. Front row, left to right, Lindsi Poppe, Shelly Hanson and grandson Beau, Paul Hanson, Shawna Poppe - all of B&B Bowl. Photo by Deb Finseth

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Obituaries Beatrice Clarissa Burmeister Beatrice Clarissa Burmeister, age 89, died June 25, 2017, at Gundersen Harmony Care Center. Beatrice was born March 3, 1928 to Nels and Agnes Teigen at the farm of her materBeatrice nal grandClarissa parents, Ole Burmeister and Kari Flaby, (currently the Old Barn Resort) outside of Lanesboro. She graduated from Lanesboro Public Schools and went on to get a degree in English and Vocal Music Education from St. Olaf College in Northfield. She taught vocal music for a brief time at Arlington, Minn., and Onalaska, Wis., before taking a vocal music position in Lanesboro, Minn., where she spent most of her career. She married F. Keith Burmeister on December 28, 1954 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro. They have two daughters, Heidi (Philip) Dybing of Lanesboro and Tanya (Stephen) Stadem of Sioux Falls, S. Dak.; six grandchildren: Gabriel (Kendall) Dybing, Brianna (David) Garman, Aubre (Alex) Gordon, Britta (Colin) Beveridge, Aanna (Nicholas) Chase, and Greta Stadem; and seven great-grandchildren. Beatrice was very active in her hometown of Lanesboro. Her most influential gift was her musical ability and passing on her love of music. Bea taught vocal music, kindergarten to twelvth grade, teaching children to match pitches and sing parts, a skill they could enjoy their entire lives. She also shared her piano performance talent by teaching piano after school, another skill that could be enjoyed and shared for a lifetime. But her most meaningful contribution to the community was her amazing Christmas programs. Everyone who participated or attended still has wonderful memories of performing and enjoying the programs under Beatrice’s guidance. Beatrice is survived by her husband of 62 years, Keith; her sister Tess (Theresa) (Reverend Curtis Johnson) of Rochester,

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her children and grandchildren, her niece Charis (Terry) Hovden of Ridgeway Iowa, and nephew Steve (Dawn) Johnson of Kasson, Minn. A service of musical celebration and thanks for Beatrice’s life was held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro. Visitation was at the church on Wednesday, June 28 from 5-7 p.m., and at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 29. The memorial service took place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 29 at the Church, with burial at the Lanesboro Community Cemetery. Memorials are requested to go to Bethlehem Lutheran Church or the Sons of Norway Heimbygda Lodge in Lanesboro. Thank you to all who were special in Bea’s life. Johnson-Riley Funeral Home of Lanesboro, Minn., assisted the family.

attendant, board member of the Preston Area Community Foundation, and an active member of the Preston United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School, served on the church council, and was a long time member of the group United Methodist Women. She enjoyed spending time with family, listening to music, crocheting, reading, and attending Bible study. Donna is survived by her daughter, Patricia Mattson of Rushford, Minn., Lynn Mattson of Peterson, Minn.; two sons, David (Jan) of Grove, Okla., and Randy (Lori) of Rochester, Minn.; daughterin-law Grace Gartner of Tucson, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, one greatgreat-grandson, three sisters: Shirley Fingerson and Charlotte (Phillip) Goldsmith of Fountain, Minn., as well as Diane (George) Nagel of Stewartville, Donna Elaine Minn.; and sister-in-law Arlene (Bestor) Gartner Bestor of Spring Valley, Minn. Funeral services for Donna She is preceded in death by Gartner were held 11 a.m. her husband Keith, parents, Thursday, June 29, 2017, at Pres- grandparents, five brothers, two ton United sisters-in-law, and one brotherMethodin-law. ist Church, Online condolences may be with Pasleft at Hindtfuneralhomes.com. tor Michael Smith officiRockny John Moger ating. Burial In loving memory of a father, took place at son, brother, and grandfather the United Rockny John Moger. Born July Donna Elaine Met hodist 9, 1963 and (Bestor) Cemetery passed June Gartner in Pres24, 2017, ton, Minn. Visitation was one Preceded in hour prior to the service at the death by his church. father James Donna Elaine (Bestor) Gart- and brother ner, age 87, of Preston, died Rodney. He June 24, 2017, at Seasons Hos- is survived Rockny John pice in Rochester with family at by his mothMoger her side. er Lyla, chil Donna Elaine Bestor was dren Amanda (Tyrone) Reed, born November 24, 1929, in James (Jamie) Moger, and JesGreenleafton, Minn., to Ernest sica (Chris) Hatcher; grandand Pearl (Dornick) Bestor; children Nate, Anayah, Justina, she attended a country school Jada, Aleenah, Janelle, Jaylee; and Preston High School. On great-grandson Zayden; brother December 7, 1946, she was Lyle (Shirley) and sisters Marge united in marriage to Keith and Rhonda (Doug), many R. Gartner. They lived on the nieces and nephews, his girlfamily farm near Preston until friend, Tiffany Smith; and step1955 when they moved into son Paxton Smith. Preston. Donna worked for the Rocky was the hardest worker, Preston Republican, the City funniest, most caring and loving of Preston, and Preston Pub- man that we know. His family lic Utilities. She was a past was his pride and joy. He gave board member of the Fillmore his all to his manufacturing County Cancer Society and business, built from the ground served on the board at the up. He was dedicated to his care center for home health employees and appreciated their care. Donna was an ambulance hard work and loyalty. Repairing anything that needed fixing and hunting were his hobbies. If you knew Rocky, cracking jokes was what he did. He just wanted everyone to laugh and be happy. All he wanted to do

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. was help anyone that just needed a little push to be successful. He cared for all children and just wanted every child to have what they needed to succeed. Our Rock was taken from us too soon. When having to decide on working hard or working smart, always choose both. You could be working smart and get results but you would get even better results if you also worked harder. The feeling you get when you accomplish something after putting a ton of work into it is one that money can’t buy. It will build your character and make success taste far sweeter than if success just landed on your lap. Working hard is unavoidable, but the reality is that with hard work and a strong heart you will go far in life (WORK HARD). That is what we were taught by Rocky. A thousand words couldn’t bring you back…. I know this because we tried; neither could a thousand tears… I know this because we cried, you left behind a family of broken hearts and happy memories too….but we never wanted memories, we all needed you…missing someone is not about how long it has been since you have seen them or the amount of time you have talked…it is about that very moment you are doing something and you are wishing and needing that person right there. We will see you when we get there!! Love and miss you forever Visitation was held Saturday, July 1, 2017, from 12-2 p.m. at First Lutheran Highland Church, 39162 County Rd. 10, Lanesboro, Minn. 55949. Funeral service took place at 2 p.m. at First Lutheran Highland Church. Gathering of memories and prayers was held after. Condolences may be left at www.Hindthudekfuneralhomes. com.

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Susan K. Landsom Susan K. Landsom, 65, of Mabel, passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 18, 2017. Sue was born May 22, 1952, in C a le d on i a , Minn., to Armie and Iris (Easton) Ranzenberger. She grew up in Mabel Susan K. and attended Landsom school in Spring Grove, Minn. On February 21, 1970, she was united in marriage to Ozzie Landsom. Sue worked various places and she owned her own restaurant, Sue’s Coffee Shop in Mabel, where she served her world famous potato salad. She was a director at Camp Winnebago and also served on its board. Currently, she was a guardian and conservator for area clients. Sue volunteered for the local food shelf and Bloodmobile, and was active in WELCA at Scheie Lutheran Church. She was a member of the Mabel American Legion Auxiliary and was serving as first vice president. Sue enjoyed taking car rides in the area, camping, and going to casinos. Her greatest joy was her family and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Ozzie; sons Scott (Deb), John (Lisa), and Robert (special friend LeeAnn); grandchildren Taylor, Emma, and Carter; siblings Judy (Jeff Gerard) Tollefsrud, Dorothy Morken, Donald Ranzenberger, and Dean (Jean Happel) Ranzenberger; many step grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorial services were held 1 p.m. on Friday, June 23, at Scheie Lutheran Church, rural Mabel. Visitation was from 12-1 p.m at the church before the service. Mengis Funeral Home, Mabel assisted the family with arrangements, with online condolences at mengisfuneralhome.com.

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School League’s Trapshooting State Tournament that was held on June 24 in Prior Lake, Minn. Despite its frequent tendency of being overlooked, associated with characteristically low numbers as far as extracurricular activities go, the team undoubtedly proved their worthiness of partaking in the elite competition. Indeed, Mabel-Canton placed 24 out of 40, with a score of 432 out of a possible 500, compared to the top team’s final tally of 480. Each with the possibility of a perfect 100, M-C’s Colten Heintz-

Kuderer, Blake Henry, Parker Hubka, Levi Rogich, and Dawson Wangen were the sole contributors with scores of 93, 89, 81, 77, and 92, respectively. Nonetheless, the above members, though their successes indisputably impressive, were far from the only ones who contributed to the team’s widespread prosperity. Coached by Doug Ward and assisted by Logan Henry and Corey Thompson, M-C’s 21 members not only met any expectations bestowed upon them, but greatly surpassed them, helping them to win their conference, included in which were schools of relatively the same size. Furthermore, Henry, who tied for

Monday, July 3, 2017 first within this division, along with seven others on the team, managed a spot on the Top 25 of their conference. Five of M-C’s own also achieved status as part of the 25 Straight Club. With Mabel-Canton’s undeniable achievements this past trapshooting season, one might reason the interest to have merely continued from years past. Yet, making this its second year, M-C has only had a trap team since the spring of 2016. Due to the MSHSL’s addition of a fall league in this same year, M-C does offer both spring and fall teams. So, how does a team seemingly starting from nothing man-

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age to obtain such noteworthy results within an evidently minimal amount of time? Both bystanders and advisors alike stand behind the unsurprising significance of practice. M-C’s own undertakes such twice a week, though the proceedings may resemble more of family events than the grueling training many conjure up upon hearing the term, with cars and lawn chairs gathered around and community members genuinely enjoying the neighborly companionship. As far as looking ahead, Mabel-Canton is definitely one to watch in terms of trapshooting. A team equally as young as it is full of potential, four of

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the five shooters who contested at the state competition were just eighth graders. No seniors took part, leading one to anticipate a return of all members, as well as the addition of new ones. Improvement within each and every person on the team throughout the season has numerously been noted, along with the competitive natures, drive, and camaraderie necessary to preserve both a desire for growth and an overall aura of fun. Congratulations to the Mabel-Canton Trapshooting Team for its momentous triumphs throughout the season and particularly on a job well done at the state tournament.

Fillmore Central removes extra-curricular fees for student activities By Hannah Wingert At the June 27 board meeting, Fillmore Central School Board member Sue Sikkink asked the rest of the board to consider lowering fees for extracurricular activities and eliminating fees for activities where students receive a letter grade.

Board member Jim Love took it a step further, suggesting that the fees be removed completely. “We have the funding available,” he pointed out. He also noted that a lot of time is spent chasing down payments from parents. Board member Deb Ristau

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agreed with Love, saying that the fees have been raised when necessary and now it’s not necessary to have them at all. Concerns were voiced about the possibility of having to bring back the fees at some point and the response the school would receive for that. “I don’t believe we should keep things the same just because they’re easy,” Love responded. Superintendent Richard Keith was in favor of the fee removal. “Maybe taking away the fees would encourage more kids to participate,” he pointed out. Ristau made a motion to eliminate all non-essential extra-curricular fees except for instrument rentals, percussion fees, and clay shooting fees. The motion was seconded by Love and approved by a majority vote. The board extended congratulations to the boys and girls golf teams. The boys team made it to section runner-up and the girls to section champions and then state runner-up. They also congratulated the track team on their accomplishments. The Alternative Learning Program application was submitted to the Minnesota Department of Education on April 27 and received approval on May 26. The program is now ready to begin enrolling interested students. Out of the 47 2016-17 Fillmore Central graduates, 22 will be going on to a four-year college or university, 14 are planning to attend a two-year technical or community college, three are joining the military, and eight are entering the workforce. The board approved the following donations; $100 from the Youth FB Class of 2017, $4,605.36 from the Post Prom Committee Class of 2017, $250 from Kingsley Mercantile, $495.35 from the Harmony Vet Clinic for the FFA, $1,000 from the One & Done fundraiser for the choir, $200 from Gundersen Clinic for the band, $500 from the Harmony Fire Department for the band, $500 from Olmsted Medical Center for the band, $100 from Jerome and Sharyol O’Connor for the

Jazz Big Band Bash, $300 from the Preston Arts Council for the Jazz Big Band Bash, and $8,500 from the Monster Bash for a total of $16,630.71. The board expressed their gratitude for the donations. A resignation was accepted from Riley Bahl. A maternity leave for paraprofessional Heidi Brown was approved for the end of September through the end of November. Lori Weiss was hired as the daycare lead toddler teacher, Sarah O’Connell as fifth grade teacher, Carolyn Ledin as a school readiness teacher, Jessica Bredberg as a school readiness teacher assistant, and Taylor Case as the eighth grade volleyball coach. Marsha Dowe was hired to work as a facilitator for the summer credit recovery program. The Summer Rec staff hires were also approved and included Logan Corson, Colten Kraling, Caitlyn Walsh, Sam Rustad, Walker Ward, Maggie McKernan, Molly McKernan, Domanic Merkel, Nick Marzolf, Emma Breitsprecher, Dylan Bothun, and Mason Berg. Dean of Students Chris Mensink requested an indefinite leave of absence from teaching and to remain on the teaching seniority list. He also asked that the positions of Dean of Students and Activities Director be removed from the Education Minnesota Fillmore Central bargaining group. The board approved his requests. A three-year contract with mental health therapist Melissa Simonson was approved as well as tenure status for Matt Anderson. The special education service contract for orientation and mobility services was approved and will remain the same as last year’s. A second special education service contract for a licensed physically impaired/ traumatic brain injury consultant through Hiawatha Valley Education District was also approved. A food service vendor proposal from Taher was approved for the 2017-18 school year. The board reviewed the proposed food prices for the

upcoming school year. The district is required to raise prices a minimum of $0.05 annually until the federally established per-meal lunch price is met and will be implementing the increase for student lunch and breakfast and adult meal prices. Healthy snack cart prices will be raised $10 for the year. The land swap with the City of Harmony was approved to allow the building of the new school shed near the community center in Harmony. Superintendent Richard Keith was designated as the local education agency representative and homeless liaison. The Workmen’s Compensation insurance with Employers Preferred Insurance Company was approved. The renewal premium will actually decrease this year by $1,055. The pay was set for substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, secretaries, custodians, and van drivers. The first readings of the K-6, 7-12, faculty, and coaches’ handbooks for the 2017-18 school year were reviewed by the board with minor changes to each one noted. The operating budget for the upcoming school year was presented by Darla Ebner at the meeting. Enrollment is predicted to decline and will have an impact on the district’s revenue. The board approved the budget. The next Fillmore Central School Board meeting will be held on July 25 at 6:30 p.m.

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Spring Valley moves on junk violations By Rich Wicks The Spring Valley City Council met in regular session June 26. Members present included Tony Archer, Todd Jones, Mayor Jim Struzyk, Jessy Betts, and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. Mike Hadland was absent. A public hearing was held just prior to the regular council meeting, on the topic of “Junk Ordinance” violations within the city. Two citizens spoke up about the issue, encouraging the council to take immediate action, and to “please stop it before it gets started.” Zimmer added that, “If they’re junking as a business, they need to have a conditional use permit.” Deputy Tim Rasmussen said he’d just visited one of the two properties the council is reviewing and, “They’ve made quite a progress… I didn’t notice anything

that’s in violation other than that car.” Zimmer shared that generally, the city sees a pattern in which junk violations will get cleaned up when the city enforces the ordinance, but then the property will gradually go back to the original condition. It was noted that both property owners have received letters stating that they are in violation, and that deadlines for cleanup have passed. The council voted to send a crew to clean up the properties (at owner’s expense) as soon as feasible. Joe O’Connell addressed the council about his housing project at the former elementary property, saying, “I got some plans (drawn up), and talked to engineers,…they want $35,000 to engineer that property.” He asked if the city could approve him going forward with the

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project without having it engineered. A representative from Bolton & Menk (Brian) shared that, although he understands that the engineering cost is very significant on a project such as this, “There’s a state law that says that it’s got to be engineered, signed by a licensed engineer, for public infrastructure, and this development is no different from any other development in town.” The council said they understood O’Connell’s concern, and suggested perhaps he could “shop around” to see if a licensed engineer could provide just the bare necessity engineering for a lower cost. But the council said they cannot waive the state requirement. O’Connell said he is checking with engineers, but that this requirement “might kill the project.” Alissa Blaha gave a presentation to the council on the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, and shared their annual report. She outlined the ways in which her organization is able to help area towns and businesses. The council OK’d proposed street closures for a dance and fireworks for Ag Days. The council also formally adopted the safety program AWAIR (A Workplace Accident & Injury Reduction program) as submitted.

We would like to thank everyone for their tremendous support of The Sweet Stop and Sandwich Shoppe for the last 14 years. It has been a pleasure providing this service to the community and getting to know our wonderful customers along the way. We hope we were able to touch your lives as much as you have touched ours. We are also very excited to leave the continued success of the Sweet Stop to Brenda and Mike who will continue our tradition of fablulous sandwiches, tasty desserts and a great atmosphere. John & Joanne Szuch

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. Deputy Rasmussen submitted a written report of police activity for the month of May, and said the squad cars are running well. Sue Puffer gave an update on the ambulance service, and shared that an open house will be held July 20 at the ambulance station for anyone who may be interested in joining the crew. She said that nurses in particular are encouraged to attend and apply, and that they do not need to take all of the classes required of non-nurses. Jessy Betts shared that the library’s summer reading program is going well.

Betts also mentioned that a section of sidewalk near Our Savior’s Church recently buckled in the summer heat, and is a safety hazard. The council discussed that this is the responsibility of the property owner to repair, so Zimmer will send a letter to the owner. The next regular meeting of the city council will be Monday, July 10. There will be a public hearing on the proposed Exterior Maintenance ordinance at 6 p.m., immediately before the regular council meeting. The public is welcome.

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Fillmore County Courthouse to receive funding through Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative ST. PAUL, MN, June 29, 2017 – Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Lorie S. Gildea today announced the award of $1 million in grants through the Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative. The grant funding will go towards the implementation of safety and security improvements in 57 county courthouses across Minnesota, including the Fillmore County Courthouse.

Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative grants will help fund a variety of courthouse security improvements, including: • Helping counties conduct professional security assessments of their facilities; • Providing security training to courthouse officials and staff; • Installing bullet-resistant glass at public service counters;

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• Replacing aging security equipment; • Implementing door locks, cameras, key card readers, and duress alarms; and • Installing or upgrading security screening stations at courthouse entrances. Grant awards ranged from $514 to nearly $68,000. Of the 57 awarded grants, 13 were for less than $5,000, and eight were for more than $25,000. As required by law, each county will provide a dollar-for-dollar match for its grant award, in either cash or in-kind services. A complete list of counties receiving grants through the Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative can be found at www. mncourts.gov. “The Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative marks the first time in history that Minnesota has taken a statewide approach to addressing the issue of courthouse security,” said Chief Justice Gildea. “This is an important step forward for our justice system, and one that will serve to better protect the thousands of Minnesotans who enter their local courthouses every day. This is truly an access to justice issue, and Minnesotans deserve to feel safe when coming to court, accessing government services, or fulfilling their duties as citi-

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zens and taxpayers.” The Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative was established by Chief Justice Gildea and funded by a $1 million appropriation from the Minnesota Legislature in 2016. The grant program was based on a legislative proposal brought forward by the Courthouse Security Workgroup, a statewide coalition of county and justice system partners convened by Chief Justice Gildea in 2014. The Workgroup included representatives from the Minnesota Judicial Branch, the Association of Minnesota Counties, the Minnesota Sheriffs’ Association, the Minnesota County Attorneys Association, the Minnesota Board of Public Defense, and the Minnesota Inter-County Association. Following passage of legislative funding for the program, Chief Justice Gildea formed an Advisory Panel to oversee the grant application and award process. Grant applications were accepted between January 2017 and March 2017. In total, the Advisory Panel received grant requests from 59 counties, totaling more than $3.5 million – three-and-a-half times the amount appropriated by the Legislature. Of the 57 counties receiving a grant award, 24 received their full requested amount and 33 received partial awards. “It is clear from the volume of grant requests we received that there is a tremendous need

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for improved courthouse security in every corner of Minnesota,” said Blue Earth County Commissioner Will Purvis, who chairs the Association of Minnesota Counties Public Safety Policy Committee and served on the grant Advisory Panel. “Our courthouses serve a vital community purpose, and house important functions of both state and local government. We look forward to building upon this new state and local partnership and continuing to seek ways to ensure the safety of the people who work in and visit our county courthouses.” About the Minnesota Judiciary The Minnesota Judicial Branch is made up of 10 judicial districts with 291 district court judgeships, 19 Court of Appeals judges, and seven Supreme Court justices. The Judicial Branch is governed by the Judicial Council, which is chaired by Lorie S. Gildea, Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is mandated by the Minnesota Constitution to resolve disputes promptly and without delay. In 2016, there were nearly 1.3 million cases filed in district courts in Minnesota. For more information please visit www.mncourts.gov.

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Nolensville, Tenn. Their parents are Neal and Linda Bakke of McHenry, Ill., and Cindy and Daniel Jennings of Schaumburg, Ill. Brittany is the oldest granddaughter of Beverly and Norris Bakke of Mabel, Minn. The bride-to-be holds a Master’s Degree in Health Administration and upon return from their honeymoon in Jamaica will begin a new career at the American Academy of Pediatrics. The groom-to-be just completed his Master’s Degree in Principal Preparation and he is currently a PE, Health and Driver’s Ed teacher and a basketball and Bakke ~ Jennings baseball coach at Huntley High Brittany Nicole Bakke and School. Daniel John Jennings Jr. will The couple will reside in Lake be married on Friday, July 7, in the Hills, Ill., with their 2017, at Mint Springs Farm in boxer mutt, Oscar.

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Unemployment rate falls to 3.7% in May Minnesota employers eliminate 7,200 jobs

Minnesota’s unemployment rate fell to 3.7% in May, matching a post-recession low point last seen in June 2015, according to seasonally adjusted figures released on June 15, 2017, by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The U.S. unemployment rate in May was 4.3%. Minnesota employers eliminated 7,200 jobs in May, after adding 28,200 jobs in the previous three months. Over the past year, the state has added 48,068 jobs, a gain of 1.7%. Jobs nationally are up 1.5% over the past year. “Minnesota is outpacing the nation in job growth, with all 11 major industrial sectors seeing gains over the past year,” said DEED Commissioner Shawntera Hardy. “These and other indicators point to continued strength in the state labor market.” Other services led all sectors last month with 2,100 new jobs, following by manufacturing (up 800) and logging and mining (up 100). Leisure and hospitality held steady.

The following industries lost jobs in May: government (down 2,600), construction (down 2,600), professional and business services (down 2,100), trade, transportation and utilities (down 1,900), financial activities (down 500), information (down 400) and education and health services (down 100). Education and health services led all sectors over the

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pressing immediate cure of it. Rather than accrue considerable legal fees, City Attorney Terry Chiglo suggested the city enter into a confession of judgement agreement. This enabled the city a window to allow for repayment and should the company not comply with agreement terms, allowed for a head start on the litigation process. GForce, Ink representatives Geoffrey Heppding and his wife, Kimberly Murphy Heppding agreed to terms that will result in legal action. The company has a history with the EDA stretching back to 2010. Forbearance was first granted in early 2011 and by July 2014, had been in forbearance for 40 months. At that time, the loan was in default for failing to comply with financial reporting and repayments. Additional forbearance was requested for a term

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of 12 months, but the EDA and council approved just six months in hope that sale progress and business projections would continue to climb. The settlement agreement with the company now ends June 30 and they are ineligible for additional forbearance. The company has declared they are unable to meet the agreement terms, including paying off the line of credit or making payments on their loan as detailed in the confession of judgment agreement. Revision of the agreement terms was cleared by Attorney Chiglo, so long as it is prior to the confession of judgement effective date of July 1. Any changes beyond that point are not advised by legal counsel. Revisions include payment on revolving loan funds no later than November 1. $5,912.08 will be paid on the first of each month. The first revolving loan fund amount due is $397,938.66, including recent accrued inter-

The Rushford Council discussed modifications to an agreement with GForce, Ink at the June 26 meeting. Pictured, clockwise from left, are Mayor Chris Hallum, Councilors Terri Benson and Jim O’Donnell, and City Clerk/Treasurer Kathy Zacher. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner

est. Monthly payment on the loan will be $4,076.39. Payment of $61,020.27 on the second revolving loan fund will cost the company $1,835.69 additional per month. Payoff of the $25,750 line of credit is also included in the agreement terms in four payments; $7,000 in July and $6,250 each for August, September, and October. The company was also to remain current on all utilities, fees, charges, and taxes due. “We’re basically boxed in again,” said Mayor Chris Hallum at the Monday, June 26 council meeting. City Administrator Tony Chladek reiterated that the confession of judgement is coming July 1. “The EDA deliberated this probably more than any other item.” City Clerk/Treasurer Kathy Zacher added more information regarding the payments, which will be withdrawn automatically through an automated clearing house. If the payments aren’t good and bounce, legal paperwork will be submitted automatically. “We’re hoping it’s a step in the right direction,” noted City Councilor Terri Benson. “It’s a different approach.” Essentially, the EDA had to make the decision whether or not to get no money to try and reclaim something through modifications. The revisions were approved 3-0. Councilors Vern Bunke and Mark Honsey were absent. In other news, the council has also approved a memorandum of understanding between the city and the City and Local union. City employee Louane Davidson will be participat-

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noted in a February 2017 letter, the City of Rushford does not wish to continuance the current arrangements. “Unless a contemporary agreement can be worked out similar to the format used by the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office for other communities, the City of Rushford will only respond to officer needs assistance calls in either Rushford Village or Peterson. The two municipalities will likely continue discussion of the issue at their upcoming council meetings. The city has been denied funding for the Local Trail Connection Grant from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The city had applied for funding following denial of award for Safe Routes to School grant funding. New rounds of funding for both programs will renew in 2018. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, July 10, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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Mandt will not be able to work the rest of the summer due to an injury sustained off the job. The council approved the hire of Carter Fishbaugher to replace Mandt for the 2017 summer. â&#x20AC;˘ Brian Burkholder said it was in the plans to plant reed bed number 8 in 2016. CWG Construction Wetlands Group will be in the area. Approval was given to restore the existing reed bed for wastewater treatment at a cost of $11,500. â&#x20AC;˘ Carts vs bags for garbage pickup were again discussed. It was decided to conduct a survey to give the Public Services committee some direction on which method more residents wish to go with. â&#x20AC;˘ Chatfield was recognized by the Department of the Interior. This is the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Chatfield has been in the program since 1998. â&#x20AC;˘ The 2016 population estimate for the city of Chatfield was 2,855. The number of households was estimated to be 1,123.

ing would not interfere with the Bubany said there will be two Industrial Drive By Karen Reisner time table for the project. Novem- bonding authorities, one for saniimprovement project Many members of the nine member swimming pool com- City Engineer Tom Kellogg ber 2016 is the projected interim tary sewer/storm sewer/water or mittee spoke to the city council explained that there were five completion date and the final the disposal system authority during the June 26 Chatfield City bidders for the Industrial Drive completion is expected by the end which can be paid back through sewer revenues or tax levy. The Council meeting. Co-chair Julie project. The project was bid in of June 2018. Henry said the committee has three segments to give the coun- Segment 1 includes roadway, street costs will use a tax abatecil flexibility to do some or all of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and ment authority. Parcels that benbeen meeting monthly. The pool is over 50 years old the proposed project. 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What lies ahead for the Fillmore County Jail By Karen Reisner Fillmore Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s jail is nearly a half century old, built in 1970. The jail was remodeled in 1995, at which time it was rated as a 24 bed facility. At that time a new garage, juvenile holding area, and multi-purpose room was added. The aging jail is plagued with mounting maintenance needs. Systems are dated and/or deteriorating. A water softener has never been in use; minerals have taken their toll. There are compliance issues with the Americans with Disabilities Act. On May 16 the National Institute of Corrections (NIC), an agency of the U.S. Department of Justice, as part of a jail assessment process, addressed the public at a meeting held at Fillmore Central in Preston. The meeting was attended by 20 or so law enforcement staff, several county commissioners, and a handful of county residents. The Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office made an effort to advertise the public meeting, but few attended. In February 2017 the jail was downgraded to a 90-day facility by the Minnesota Department of Corrections. This prompted Sheriff Tom Kaase to contact the (NIC) for an assessment of the facility and the related justice system in Fillmore County. Mark Martin and Julia Hughes were contracted by the NIC to do the assessment and to provide technical assistance. The intention was to provide an unbiased assessment to help determine the need for a new or upgraded facility. Kaase, in a phone conversation, maintained the facility is still functional, secure, safe, and well staffed. Over the years requirements have changed. For example, a cell that was once

rated by square footage as a 4 person cell is now rated only for three people. Therefore, the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s jail is now rated as a 20 bed facility. Practices that have been accepted for years are not accepted today. To date, no inmates have had to transfer to another facility due to the 90 day limit. The Sentence to Serve program continues with only county inmates at this time. The jail could not accept state inmates for a period of time, but will again in the near future. Jail administrator Jamie Fenske noted nine people were incarcerated on May 30. The average daily incarceration number for 2017 as of this date is 5.5 males and 1 female. Fillmore County statistics Fillmore Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population has declined since 1960 (23,768) to an estimated 21,003 in 2016. The population has stayed relatively steady since the early 1990s. The population is projected to grow only by 200 or so through 2040. The median age in the county is 43, which is six years older than the average for the state. Incomes average lower than the state average. The unemployment rate in February 2017 at 4% was slightly lower than the state rate. A higher percentage of residents of the county graduate from high school and attain post secondary education than the state rate, but a lower percentage earn advanced degrees. Crime trends are relatively low with larceny and simple assault, the most frequently reported offenses. The general trend has been for a reduction in jail admissions over the last decade. Female inmates account for 13%, which is near

the national average. The highest risk group is from 25 to 34, which is fairly typical. Most inmates are residents of Fillmore County and most are charged with felony level offenses. About one-third involve violence and about three-quarters are alcohol or drug related. The average daily population in 2015 and 2016 was 11.9. The average length of stay is about 10 days. Fillmore County has a relatively low incarceration rate. In 2013 the incarceration rate was at 63 per 100,00 population, which was less than half of Minnesota levels and about 25% of the United States as a whole. The incarceration rate has declined in Fillmore County and nationwide over the last decade. Alternative sentencing including home detention, treatment and mental health and drug programs contributes to a lower jail population. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Fillmore County a person has a higher chance of being on probation than in jail.â&#x20AC;? Juveniles are currently sent to Rochester. Inmates are housed in Houston or Olmsted County facilities if there is a recognized suicide risk or a mental health issue. Jail inadequacies The list of inadequacies of the current jail facility is long. The jail does not meet Minnesota Jail Standards for a basic adult jail facility, as it fails to meet space and functionality requirements. The jail lacks appropriate housing for special needs inmates (showers, door width, beds, toilets, and visiting spaces). The conclusion is that the jail is aged and obsolete. Systems and equipment are worn, unreliable, and/or inadequate. There are safety and security concerns. The lack of appropriate hous-

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ing prevents the separation of inmate populations by classification, leading to security and safety risks. It is not ADA compliant. There is a lack of space for laundry, housekeeping, medical, and other services. Design, layout, and fixtures fail to meet design and building codes. Options for improvement Kaase explained that during his campaign for office and over the last two years serving as sheriff, he has been in favor of starting the process to make a decision on what is best for the county concerning the jail. In his opinion, there are three options: remodel, build new, or close the facility and contract with other counties to house inmates. It costs $50 to $80 per day to house a prisoner in another county depending on the county. There are advantages and disadvantages with each option. Kaase wants to explore and vet all three options. He suggested the best direction for the residents of Fillmore County might not be the cheapest way. Cost savings should not be the only thing driving the decision. Both remodeling or building new will have a substantial financial impact on tax payers. He made it clear that there will be no cheap fix. The county has been looking at solutions for a decade or more. Estimates over that time for the construction of a new facility have been in the $10 million range. Over this time the estimated cost to renovate the existing facility and/or add on to it have ranged from $2.5 million to $5 million. The third option, to eliminate the jail and outsource to another county, has its own set of issues, one being the transportation of inmates. Judge Matt Opat is concerned about transportation problems if inmates are housed in other

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counties. He suggests the jail at a minimum should be a 90-day facility and prefers it be a 12-month facility. He wants to retain the STS program which he believes helps inmates learn and earn community trust. Commissioner Duane Bakke while reporting on the June 5 District 9 meeting, during a recent county board meeting, said in his opinion there will be a jail in the county in the future, â&#x20AC;&#x153;a 90-day facility.â&#x20AC;? Several commissioners from other counties in the district let it be known during the meeting that they had space. Surrounding counties like Wabasha and Houston have empty beds available at their jails. Two sources of funding could be tapped to finance this kind of capital project (remodel or a new facility). One source is bonding and the other would be drawing from the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Infrastructure Fund. The county currently is making payments on one bond. At the end of 2016 the amount owed on that bond was about $1.9 million. It is scheduled to be paid off in 2024. The countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Infrastructure Fund has a balance of about $1.8 million. Figures were provided by the coordinatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. Financing a new facility would likely require a bond referendum. Kaase insisted he is committed to a transparent process. In order to get citizens involved, the possibility of an open house at the jail is being considered. This could be scheduled over a weekend to give groups a tour of the jail. People could then see first hand some of the issues with the old facility. The Department of Corrections (DOC) wants a number of items addressed. The DOC recently inspected the jail, and they want the county to take the initiative and plan for the future.

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Fillmore County Sports The 2016-2017 sports season in Fillmore County was a special one. None in the Journal Sports era produced so many teams with so many The Trende g o o d Report to great seniors, so much s e n i o r depth. It seemed just before Y-2-K, a lot of athletic parPaul Trende ents were spawning gifted offspring. From state track champion D-1 signees/ gridiron juggernauts, to all-time leading scorers, 2,000-assists, 2,000-points, 1,000-digs, 1,000-points, multi-year threesport athletes; the county-wide Class of 2017 had a bit of it all and then some more. Fillmore Central’s athletic class, their season of 2017, heads the cast. LFC girls crosscountry won multi races, the TRC Meet/title, and was Section 1A Runner-Up, earning its second straight state berth. Chris Mensink’s Falcon football team went 9-2, was Co-District champ, and brought home its second straight 1A Runner-Up trophy. Travis Malley’s volleyball team posted a respectable 18-10 mark. Levi Olstad’s girls basketball team (17-13), a 5-seed, went on a memorable post-season run, winning the 1A East title, finishing as 1A Runner-Up. Both boys and girls golf won TRC-East titles. Aaron Mensink’s girls won Section 1A and placed second

at state, their fourth straight appearance in Becker. Brad Holten’s boys were 1A Runner-Up. LFC girl’s track and field won Section 1A, clinching its first ever True Team state berth. The girls 4x400 and 4x800 repeated as state entrants. Keith Larson’s baseball team posted its best season (18-6) in over ten years. Seniors led the way. Kiera Olson, a Wendy’s High School Heisman winner, had one of the most accomplished FC running careers Kiera Olson with her seven total state qualifications. Tayah Barnes played in seven section title games across four sports, earning three state trips over her career (two runner-ups, state champion). She s u r p a s s e d Tayah Barnes the 1,000dig milestone and was AllState Honorable Mention in volleyball. Riley Means, Samuel Peters, Walker Ward and Jacob Thomas were multiyear three-sport stand-outs. Thomas made state in wrestling. Means established his own football legacy. Kenzie Broadwater was a one-time three-sport athlete. FC’s fiveyear point guard accrued double-digit varsity letters across her volleyball, basketball, and track/field careers. Her

senior year of basketball was a rare blur of stats. Sam Rustad would’ve been a three-sport stand-out had it not been for a knee injury. Then there were the Bennetts. Kendyl amassed over 1,000 career points. Paige was one of FC’s key hitters on the volleyball court. Twosport athlete Delton Sauer was a state golf participant. Caleb Kath went from non-trackfield athlete, to Long Jump state competitor. Underclassmen also joined in, as Kaylee Arndt, Ashley Miner, Maddie Smith, and Emma Breitsprecher were big parts of either or both the cross country and track and field success. Grace Miller and Madison Scheevel led the girls golf team. FC brings home its second straight County Cup (best collective sports programs). They (unofficially) brought home 12 pieces of hardware. Rushford-Peterson wasn’t too far behind with their Class of 2017. Davin Thompson’s football team owned the fall. They shared the Mid-SoutheastEast District title with the Falcons, but beat FC in an epic 1A title game. The Trojans (12-2) got to play twice at U.S. Bank Stadium, finishing up as Class A State Runner-Up. Nicole Schultz’s volleyball team, hit by the injury bug, still posted a 15-13 season. Tom Vix’s boys basketball (20-9) was within a double-overtime eyelash of going to state. Courtesy of Landon Skalet’s big three, they finished as 1A East champ, Section 1A Runner-Up. Terry Pelzl’s girls basketball went 19-7. R-P was headlined by its top-tier stand-outs. Southeast Minnesota sports fans will be lucky to see another Noah Carlson. The 13-time letter winner ended his prep career by beginning his collegiate, signing a D-1 letter of intent to Michigan (track/field). He graduates as a state basketball runner-up and champion, a state football runner-up, and a state track/field 10-time qualifier, five-time champion. He pulled the rarity and competed for a state title in three sports. His senior year of football was a yardage-ripping site to see; one of the best seasons ever by a Minnesota high school running back. He earned MSE Offensive Player of the Year, Associated Press State Player of the Year, and an All-State 1st Team selection (all classes). He later was recognized as one of eight Minnesota High S c h o o l S c h o l a r Brianna Koop Athletes. Then there was Brianna Koop. Her basketball exploits includ-

ed topping 2,000 career points and becoming R-P’s all-time leading boys and girls scorer. Koop was a four-time basketball All-Conference and AllState Honorable Mention as a senior. Then there is doubledigit-letter standout Savannah Skalet. Skalet was AllConference at least once in three different sports and finished with over 2,000 career volleyball assists. On Savannah the wresSkalet tling mats, McCoy Tekautz finished his stellar, three-time state-entrant career with a second straight placing at state (third). He competed twice at state as a senior. Ashley Agrimson earned her second track and field state qualification, finishing fourth in the Long Jump. She was a three-year, three-sport standout prior to senior season. Luke Rasmussen was All-Conference in three sports as a senior and had a 13 interception season of football. Mikayla Crawford amassed three good years of basketball and volleyball including going over 1,300 career digs. Ethan Anderson was a key cog on the football and baseball teams for multiple years. Trojan squads brought home five pieces of team hardware. Mabel-Canton’s sporting focus was on its girls primarily. The small group of not-sobig but gritty fighters helped the Cougars to two pieces of volleyball hardware (SEC-East Champs, 1A East Runner-Up), and one piece each of basketball (SEC East Champs) and softball hardware (1A East Champs). They were the only group of athletes in the county

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to do so across all three seasons. Lonnie Morken’s volleyball team went 32-5. He picked up his 600th career win. Adam Wilder’s basketball team went 20-8. Kati Bergey’s softball team went 14-7 and advanced in the play-offs for the first time in decades. Leading all three teams was senior Coranda Vickerman, who finishes with 11 All-Conference designations (unofficially). She finishes with over 2,000 career volleyball assists, over 1,000 career digs, and Coranda over 1,500 Vickerman career points on the basketball court, the Cougar boys and girls scoring leader. “C.J.’ earned All-State first team in volleyball, All-State Honorable Mention in softball. Courtney Graves, a senior, was a big part of the volleyball and basketball success. Underclassmen Payton Danielson, Maddy Michels, Lexi Thorson, Kenidi McCabe, and Avery Arneson, like Vickerman, enjoyed success in all three successful girls sports. Junior Savannah Slafter was a one-sport girl, but topped 1,000 career kills in volleyball. On the guys’ side, senior Weston Whalen had a 1,000-yard rushing season and topped 3,000 for his career as the Cougars went 7-3. Drew Wyffels, just a sophomore, was All-Conference across in three sports (football, basketball, baseball). Football coach Karl Urbaniak coach the Minnesota High School All-Star game. Kingsland’s sports season was generally focused around their senior gals. Jake VetSee SPORTS Page 23 

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Over the past 20-some months, nobody’s star in the county shone as brightly as Rushford-Peterson’s Noah Carlson. His athletic exploits will make him a literal area prep sports legend, making him the 2016 and 2017 Sportsperson of the Year.

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Sports boys sports, helping the basketball team to a 14-9 season, the FC/L baseball team an 18-6 campaign. Schwichtenberg ended Collin Scott a 1,000point scorer. Seniors Haley Polin and Cassidy Ruud had some success on the 12-9 Burro volleyball Cole team. Each Schwichtenberg amassed double digit varsity letters, essentially playing three sports four years each. Chatfield had a bit of a down year. Junior Jake Mandt’s 145pound state wrestling title was the shining achievement. He has qualified individually for state three times now. Mark Eickhoff’s softball team had the best start of any county team, 22-0. They (22-2) brought home two pieces of hardware (TRC-West Champs, 1AA-East Champs) and trekked back to Austin again. Lexi Chase was named second team All-State while Belle Berg hit homers and was super-steady at shortstop. The boys 4x100 and 4x200 squads (Ben Muller, Kevin Bradt, Gage Tuohy, Austin Swancutt) made state in track and field. Mandt wound up All-Conference across three sports. Parker Fossum was the Gophers’ best senior, a two-sport (football, basketball) three-year standout. Finally, Houston will look to next year. Hurricane football had a very good 2016 campaing (7-3) behind first year coach Cody Hungerholt. With most of their crew coming back, they’ll look to pressure SouthEast heavyweights Spring Grove and Grand Meadow in 2017. Hurricane girls basketball fought all the good teams in the section tooth and nail. Also young, they’ll return one of the most complete teams in the Section. For teams doubleH, 2016-2017 is hopefully just a prelude to 2017-2018.

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ter’s girls basketball team (1811) brought home its second straight 1A East Runner-Up trophy. John Fenske’s softball team (18-6) had its second straight program best-season. Courtney Schmidt, Gracie Schmidt, Kellyn Webster, Alayna Meskill, and Cortney Fate were key members on both teams. Kailey Link, Gretchen Corson, and Ericka Kolden helped in one sport apiece. The most impressive Lady Knight was sophomore Lauren Buchholtz, who was All-Conference in volleyball and basketball, a state third place finisher amidst GMLOKS’ 4x200. Girls track and field (GMLOKS) was a multi-time meet and conference champion. All told, GMLOKS sent three individuals (Peter Torkelson, Drew Lewison, Amelia Staat) and two girls relays (4x100, 4x200) to state. Zach Buchholtz, another senior, had a big season on the hardcourt. Junior Simon Broadwater earned his second state golf appearance, a top 20 finish. The Knights brought home just the one piece of hardware, but had a very solid season. Lanesboro’s best teams’ exploits centered on Ellen Cullen’s LFC cross country (the TRC champ, Section 1A Runner-Up, and state participant), and Jared Pierce’s LFC track and field (whose girls were 1A True Team champs and state qualifiers). Sisters Leah and Bailey Ruen Leah Ruen were key runners amidst both squads. Each was on LFC’s repeat state qualifying 4x400 and 4x800 relays too. The three-sport senior Leah finishes having competed at state five different times. She’s one of Lanesboro’s most accomplished runners. On the guys’ side, seniors Collin Scott and Cole Schwichtenberg each earned All-Conference across football, basketball, and baseball. They were Burros

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Search for Mrs. Fillmore County announced Applications are being accepted for the title of Mrs. Fillmore County! Mrs. Fillmore County will have the honor of representing her county at the Mrs. Minnesota pageant, which will be held at Wellstone Center, April 28, 2018 in St. Paul, Minn. The woman chosen as Mrs. Fillmore County will become an ambassador from the Fillmore County area and will receive the official title and sash. The woman chosen as Mrs. Minnesota will receive a prize package worth $7,000 and the chance to represent Minnesota at the “2018” Mrs. International Pageant in August in Charleston, W. Va. The American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” is the official charity of the Mrs.

Minnesota pageant. To learn more visit: www.goredforwomen. org. The current reigning “2017 Mrs. Minnesota is Stephanie Welter of Shakopee, Minn. Traveling all across the state, Stephanie speaks on her platform “Understanding the puzzle of Autism.” “‘What’s wrong with HIM?’ the little girl asked as she pointed to my special needs son, Benjamin. As a parent, you never truly get used to the stares, giggles, and comments about your child, but I have chosen to use it as an opportunity to educate and inspire. As a 17-year autism advocate, I help those with autism turn their challenges into victories. Therapy, training, and community awareness help integrate these individuals so we can All start to understand

the puzzle of autism. I believe everyone deserves the chance to reach their full potential!” For more information go to: www. autism-society.org. Competitions in the pageant are personal interview, fitness wear and evening gown. (There are no talent or swimsuit competitions). For married women living in Fillmore County that are interested in applying, write for a bio-form: MRS. MINNESOTA International Pageant, P.O. Box 240537, Apple Valley, Minn., 55124-0537. Or an online application can be filled out on our website: www.mrsminnesota.com. Or call for information: 1 (800) 262-0097 (952) 432-6758, fax: (952) 953-3896, Email: mnpageants@frontiernet. net.

Fillmore Central Schools open an Alternative Learning Program Fillmore Central School Board approved moving forward with creating an Alternative Learning Program at a school board meeting held February 28, 2017. The decision came after reviewing current programs at Fillmore Central and seeing a need for an educational program that will meet the needs of students who are struggling to receive high school credits within the traditional model. Fillmore Central’s Alternative Learning Program (ALP) is an option for students and families who are behind credit at Fillmore Central. The program enrolls sophomore students on up to students under the age of 21. The ALP’s purpose is to provide students an opportunity to earn a high school diploma in a supportive, safe, and motivating environment that encourages self-motivating learning in a non-traditional setting. The ALP is located in Fillmore Central’s High School building. Each student enrolled will have a Continual Learning Plan (CLP) created by staff, parent(s), and student so that all needs and barriers to an education are addressed. The learning design at the ALP can be one of many. The students will have options of online classes, face-to-face classes in the ALP classroom, regular education courses, workbased learning opportunities and work experience to enhance their learning experience. The students have daily access to a mental health professional trained in trauma, chemical dependency, and mental health challenges. Students have full access to regular education classes including College In the School courses, extra curricular activities, technology and the facilities. The ALP is also a credit recovery option for Fillmore Central High School students that are behind in graduation requirements. The ALP program may

be a nine-month program, summer program or a year around program depending on the enrolled students needs. This is an exciting option for Fillmore Central School and

Fillmore Central students starting the 2017-2018 school year. Inquiries regarding Fillmore Central Alternative Learning Program can be made by contacting Principal Heath Olstad.

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USDA announces funding availability to help lowincome individuals and families buy or repair homes AUSTIN, MN. – USDA Rural Development has funding available for very low- and lowincome individuals and families seeking to purchase or repair a home in a rural area. “Our housing staff will work one-on-one to ensure quality customer service for all applicants,” said Acting State Director Mike Navin. “To help prepare would-be buyers for this exciting step, USDA requires applicants to take a homeownership education course that will inform them of the buying process and help safeguard their important investment.” USDA’s Direct Home Loan Program offers financing to qualified very-low and low-income applicants that are unable to qualify for traditional financing. No down payment is required, and the interest rate could be as low as 1% with a subsidy. Applicants must meet income and credit guidelines and demonstrate repayment ability. The program is available in rural communities of 20,000 people or less. Data shows that Rural Development’s home loan programs increase economic development and job creation in rural communities. For example, according to the National Association of Realtors, the sale of an existing median-priced home generates more than $58,000 in economic

activity. This includes direct real estate industry supports, home furnishings, appliances and landscaping and other economic activity. The maximum loan amount for repair is $20,000 at a 1% interest rate, repayable for up to 20 years. Grants of up to $7,500 are available to homeowners 62 and older and must be used to remove health or safety hazards, such as fixing a leaking roof, installing indoor plumbing, or

replacing a furnace. Time is limited to receive these funds. Qualified applicants have until the end of September 2017 to apply. Contact a USDA Rural Development employee today in your area to see if you qualify. For more information please contact USDA Rural Development at 1408 21st Ave NW Suite 3, Austin, Minn., 55912 or (507) 437-8247 x 4. You can also visit USDA’s website at www.rd.usda.gov/mn.

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Chosen Valley Mini Grant Program Root River State Bank and F & M Community Bank-Chatfield are excited to announce their continued sponsorship of the Chosen Valley Mini Grant. Applications for the upcom-

ing 2017-2018 school year will include funding of $5,000.00, bringing the grand total to $80,000.00 that has been allocated over the past 16 years to projects that would otherwise

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Chatfield sixth graders visited the State Capitol

State Representative Greg Davids (R-Preston) and State Senator Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) are pictured with Chatfield sixth grade students. The group visited the lawmakers recently while touring the State Capitol in St. Paul. Photo submitted

not be funded. This program is designed to give an opportunity for faculty to apply for a grant, up to $500.00 per project, to enhance or facilitate worthwhile endeavors that may otherwise be unavailable due to the lack of funds. This year there were 30 grant applications that were reviewed by Chatfield public school personnel and representatives of the banks. Once again, the reviewers were impressed with the variety of requests and the innovative ideas that were presented. A total of $5,000.00 was allocated. Some examples of projects that were approved for funding this year are: • Funding of an educational program to provide awareness for all students to help make the school environment better academically, socially, and emotionally. • UNICEF Kid Power promotes physical activity and global citizenship in our classroom, helping end global malnutrition. • Scientific calculators, specifically the Texas Instrument 30X IIS. Having a set for students allows them to have the same calculator which is extremely important when teaching geometry and intermediate algebra, keeping us on par with other schools. • 3-D model of the human arm – this model would add a lot of value in the teaching in Human Anatomy, Physiology, CIS Anatomy and Physiology I classes. • Presentation to staff during the beginning of year workshop. The presentation will focus on increasing student self-motivation, including a speaker. • Mound Builder Educational games (set of 12) – The games would be used to teach the first two United States history standards in the ninth grade. Root River State Bank and F & M Community Bank-Chatfield are pleased to participate in this program and to provide funding that will offer enrichment and additional learning opportunities to benefit the children of the Chatfield School District.

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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I was told that the fine for speeding in a construction zone had increased recently. Could you also explain the Zipper Merge for merging into construction zones in Minnesota? Answer: Troy H. A recent Christianson work zone crash left two people injured, so this is a great time to remind drivers about the importance of maneuvering through a work zone safely. During the spring and summer months, construction season is in full swing in Minnesota. Many motorists continue to risk their lives and the lives of others by not slowing down and not paying attention. • In the past five years (2011 – 2015), 39 people have been killed and more than 3,700 people were injured in work zone crashes. • In 2015, 10 people were killed in work zone crashes, the most since 2010 (12).

Recycling 101 By LaVerne C. Paulson Recycling Education Coordinator A recycling review now and then is probably a good thing. This article and the next one are going to cover many of the recycling habits the residents of Fillmore C ou nt y should have. Each para- LaVerne C. graph is in Paulson the form of a question and then comments and information concerning the question. Do you recycle junk mail? The plastic window on the envelope does not have to be removed. An envelop containing bubble wrap

Safety tips • When driving through a work zone you must slow down. Fines for speeding in a work zone are more than $300. • Put the distractions away. Distracted driving is a leading factor in crashes in Minnesota. A motorist must focus 100% of their attention on the road. • Move over for construction workers and their vehicles. This will provide safety for not only the workers, but the motorists as well. • Never drive impaired. • Wear your seatbelt as it can save your life. • Check out 511mn.org for road closures, detours and traffic incidents. Zipper merge The Minnesota Department of Transportation urges motorists to use both lanes of traffic in a construction zone. Traffic should not merge together until reaching the designated merge area. At that time, vehicles should alternate in a “zipper” fashion into the open lane. Some drivers slow down and merge too quickly. This can lead to unexpected and dangerous lane changes, serious crashes and road rage. Some motorists will inten-

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is not recyclable. Magazines, inserts, advertisements, phone books, catalogs, most greeting cards, and brochures should be recycled. And, of course, all newspaper should be recycled. All colors of paper are recyclable. Do you recycle paper bags, corrugated cardboard, notebooks, paper milk cartons, juice cartons, and fridge packs? Along with these items, you have paper towel tubes, toilet paper tubes, bath soap boxes, tissue boxes, as well as mac and cheese boxes, pasta boxes, bath soap boxes, and of course, all those cereal boxes. The waxy bag inside the cereal box and cracker box should be placed in your landfill garbage. Do you know that your paper egg cartons are now recyclable? The paper ones are, but the styrofoam are not. As always,

no form of styrofoam can be recycled in Fillmore County. It all goes to landfill, so use as little of it as possible, including those thousands of coffee cups that are so handy to have around. Please think about using a plastic insulated coffee container or one made of metal. Do you recycle a lot of plastic? Now that number “5” plastic is to be recycled in our county, a lot more plastic should be going into your bin. All those yogurt, margarine, butter, cottage cheese, peanut butter, grape jelly, mayo, and other plastic tubs should not end up in landfill any more. Please remember that even though there are chasing arrows and a “6” on the bottom of a piece of styrofoam, the chasing arrows do not make it recyclable. Do you recycle plastic bottles, but not the plastic caps? Plastic bottles and plastic jugs are very recyclable. However the caps are made of a different form of plastic, melt at a different temperature, and cause all kinds of problems with the making of new plastic items. Do you put plastic bags in the container with my recyclables? I would hope not. Plastic bags are to be kept out of recycling containers at home, the rural containers throughout the county, on the curb, or at the Recycling Center. You should either landfill them (hundreds of them a year) or the better solution is to keep them clean and dry and take them to a store that accepts them and then sends them to a recycler. As much as most of us dislike all those bags, I will have to admit that many of us use them once in a while just as a convenience.

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Fillmore County Police Reports Chatfield Police Department Herta Rosina Matteson, 64, Rochester, Minn.; 6/4/2017, Duty to Drive With Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Dylan Heath Appenhorst, 24, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/15/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Michael Lee Benson, 59, Rushford, Minn.; 6/2/2017, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Hope Kristine Deetz, 23, Rochester, Minn.; 5/22/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Linda Lee Engberg, 70, Blaine, Minn.; 5/27/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Omar Nyrobi Lindsey, 34, Eagan, Minn.; 5/30/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jonathan Ryan McDonough, 21, Preston, Minn.; 6/8/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Markus John Mulvihill, 19, Fountain, Minn.; 6/4/2017, Inattentive Driving/Fail to Drive With Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. 6/4/2017, Possession Open Bottle in Motor Vehicle, Fine $100. 6/4/2017, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Use or Possession Prohibited, Fine $50. Thomas Patrick Roetzler, 58, Rochester, Minn.; 3/14/2017, Trespass on School Property, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 6/12/2018), Total Fees $390. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (6/12/2017): Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, Sign Probation Agreement, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Mental Health Screening - if required, No contact with victim(s) with any Amish in Fillmore County without prior approval

from Corrections Agent - cannot go on any Amish School property - any interaction with Amish must be approved by his Corrections Agent, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, No mood-altering chemicals, Submit to Chemical Testing, Take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency, Sign all releases of information. Tal Sarusi, 26, St. Paul, Minn.; 3/26/2017, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. 3/26/2017, Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited, Fine $100. 3/26/2017, Exceed Limit 30 mph – Urban District (45/30), Fine $60. Joseph Dominic Wathier, 21, Mabel, Minn.; 5/19/2017, Speeding (75/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. Romy Ann Wilder, 19, Riceville, Iowa; 4/1/2017, Speeding (80/55), Fine $70, Total Fees $230. John C. Woita, 57, Commerce City, Colo.; 5/27/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. MN State Patrol – Rochester Dale Steven Adamek, 62, Preston, Minn.; 6/9/2017, Fail to Obey Traffic Control Device, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Mary J. McVey, 55, Taylorville, Ill.; 6/7/2017, Speeding (68/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Kyle Gentry Tucker, 47, Mooresville, N. C.; 6/1/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jackie Lynn Yager, 31, Rochester, Minn.; 5/20/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Preston Police Department Dana Aaron Waletzki, 53, Preston, Minn.; 5/25/2017, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $120. Rushford Police Department Benjamin David Markegard, 21, Peterson, Minn.; 4/1/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, July 3, 2017

CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., JULY 4 â&#x20AC;˘Cherry Grove parade, 11am. â&#x20AC;˘AA Closed meeting, 7pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.* â&#x20AC;˘Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, PioÂ neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

WEDS., JULY 5 â&#x20AC;˘Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*

THURS., JULY 6 â&#x20AC;˘Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 8-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.*

â&#x20AC;˘Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.* â&#x20AC;˘Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* â&#x20AC;˘Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 10-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.* â&#x20AC;˘Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 11:30am-12:30pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-2723731.* â&#x20AC;˘Merry Meeters Birthday Club, 2pm, Village Square, Fountain. Roll call: Favorite 4th of July.

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â&#x20AC;˘Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* â&#x20AC;˘Lanesboro Sons of Norway meet, 7pm, JEM Theatre, Harmony. Free movie Siblings are Forever. Public invited. â&#x20AC;˘Preston Historical Society meeting, 7pm, Methodist Church, Preston, Public invited. â&#x20AC;˘Chatfield Brass Band Patriotic Concert, 7:30pm, City Park. â&#x20AC;˘Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, Mabel Telephone Company, lower level, 214 N Main St., Mabel.*

â&#x20AC;˘Spring Valley Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* â&#x20AC;˘Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507)765-2518.*

SUN., JULY 9

â&#x20AC;˘Fillmore County Public Health Vaccination Clinic, starts 1pm, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston. 507-7653898. â&#x20AC;˘AA Crossroads Journey Group meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*

â&#x20AC;˘Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*

MON., JULY 10 â&#x20AC;˘Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston. â&#x20AC;˘Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.* â&#x20AC;˘Preston Senior Potluck, 11:30am, Preston Servicemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, Preston.

FRI., JULY 7 â&#x20AC;˘Chatfield NA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

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DESPICABLE ME 3 FRIDAY, JULY 7 .........7:30PM SATURDAY, JULY 8 ......4PM & 7:30PM SUNDAY, JULY 9 .........4PM & 7:30PM

NOTICES

With the resignation of Councilman, Brody Mensink, the City of Wykoff is accepting letters of interest for council member to fill out the remaining term which ends December of 2018. The deadline for submission is July 5th at 3:00 pm to have your letter of interest submitted to the city clerk. You must be a resident of the City of Wykoff. n26,3-o

Social Security Disability? Up to $2,671/mo. (Based on paid-in amount.) FREE evaluation! Call Bill Gordon & Associates. 1- 855-376-6502. Mail: 2420 N St NW, Washington DC. Office: Broward Co. FL., member TX/NM Bar. (NANI)

DONATE YOUR CAR truck or boat to Heritage For The Blind. Free 3-day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of 800/439-1735 (MCAN)

Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Getaway! 4-Day Bahamas Cruise on Carnival Liberty Sailing 2/11/18 from Port Canaveral. Inside $363.55pp Balcony $483.55pp, including taxes & port fees. $150pp Deposit by 7/10/17 to secure a $50 Cabin Credit!! Call NCP Travel 877-270-7260. (NANI)

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Sat., July 1 at 9am - Large selection of furniture, antiques, collectibles, guns, tools and household items and much more! For more information contact Dick Schwade, Spring Valley Sales, 507-346-2183. Listing in the Journal

VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 50 Pills + 10 FREE. SPECIAL $99.00 100% guaranteed. FREE Shipping! 24/7 CALL: 1-888-223-8818 Hablamos Espanol. (NANI0

Fri., July 21 at 9:30am - Construction business items, personal property, guns, pickup, tractors For more information call Hoyt Zenke, 507-4299999. Listing in the Journal

VIAGRA & CIALIS! 60 pills for $99. 100 pills for $150 FREE shipping. NO prescriptions needed. Money back guaranteed! 1-877-743-5419 (NANI)

ONLINE AUCTIONS

DENTAL INSURANCE. Call Physicians Mutual Insurance Company for details. NOT just a discount plan, REAL coverage for 350 procedures. 888-623-3036 or http://www.dental50plus.com/58 Ad# 6118 (NANI)

Starts ending on Sun., July 9 at 5:30pm - Boats, motor home, lawn mowers, lumber, tools, guns, coins, building materials, furniture, antiques and much more! Contact Darr Auctions & Realty, 800852-0010. Listing in the Journal

SAVE THOUSANDS ON SURPRISE COSTLY HOME REPAIRS!! With Nations Home Warranty we pay 100% of covered Home repairs! CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE TODAY!! 877-279-3904 (NANI)

Starts ending on Sun., July 16 at 4pm - Household, garage items, lawn tractors, guns, sporting/ outdoors, farm, much misc. For more information call Hoyt Zenke, 507-429-9999.

Listing in the Journal

REAL ESTATE RUSHFORD 2+1 W/D, R/S, microwave, large yard, storage shed. Contract for deed possible or purchase (half now/half next January). 507-251-9196. r3,10-o

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OLD ORIENTAL RUGS Any size or condition. Top price paid. 800/363-3097 (MCAN) MOTORCYCLES WANTED Cash paid for old motorcycles sitting in the barn or shed. Non-running, no titles OK! Local buyer always paying more! 320/4207675 (MCAN) MOTORCYCLES WANTED 1960S & 1970S - All makes! Running & notrunning. Cash paid & trailer pickup. Dan: 612/720-2142 (MCAN) PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? Call us first. Living expenses, housing, medical, and continued support afterwards. Choose adoptive family of your choice. Call 24/7. 855390-6047 (Void in IL & IN) (MCN) Spectrum Triple Play: TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. We buy your existing contract up to $500! 1-800-919-3588 (MCN)

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$269,900 10006 COUNTY ROAD 7 SE, CHATFIELD #4080480

SATURDAY JULY 8TH, 2017

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 plus bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage w/attic storage â&#x20AC;˘ One owner â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood floors â&#x20AC;˘ Sunroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Fireplaces â&#x20AC;˘ Finished walkout lower level â&#x20AC;˘ 2,810 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ New roof â&#x20AC;˘ Updated bath â&#x20AC;˘ Newer quality windows â&#x20AC;˘ 5 parcels â&#x20AC;˘ 20 minute drive to Rochester â&#x20AC;˘ Move-in condition

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209 MAIN ST SOUTH, NEW CHATFIELD LISTING

$129,900 #4073199

â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial building with great visibility in downtown Chatfield â&#x20AC;˘ 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for retail/office space â&#x20AC;˘ Large display window â&#x20AC;˘ Renovated handicap bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ New commercial grade carpet â&#x20AC;˘ Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor â&#x20AC;˘ Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments

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PRIVATE ACREAGE ALONG BLACKTOP

TIM DANIELSON

JUST FOR FUN

609 PARK ST SE, CHATFIELD

$259,900 #4078731

â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths, â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car Garage (636 sq. ft.) â&#x20AC;˘ Open floor plan â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor laundry/mudroom â&#x20AC;˘ Vaulted ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Paneled doors â&#x20AC;˘ Master suite â&#x20AC;˘ Unfinished walkout lower level â&#x20AC;˘ Quality built â&#x20AC;˘ Established neighborhood along a quiet street QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP THROUGHOUT

NEW LISTING

8.99 ACRES

25153 COUNTY 17, PRESTON

122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD

SOLD 431 AVENUE C NE, CHATFIELD LDâ&#x20AC;˘ 0.29 acre lot Sâ&#x20AC;˘OGarage â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Plus bedroom 112 & 112 Â˝S 3RDO AVE LNE,DSTEWARTVILLE â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Units with 3 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ Attached FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 40 Acre building site with old abandoned house. Good mix of

$299,900 #4072386

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 5,388 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ Original woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Elaborate craftsmanship â&#x20AC;˘ 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Double staircases â&#x20AC;˘ Pocket doors â&#x20AC;˘ Ash/Maple/Oak floors â&#x20AC;˘ Remodeled kitchen with granite tops & butler pantry â&#x20AC;˘ Finished walk up attic â&#x20AC;˘ Large corner lot â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Covered porches â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Milo White Houseâ&#x20AC;? (Hazelwood) on the National Register

117 ACRE FARM

SOLD

6300 SOUTH POINTE DR SW, ROCHESTER

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#4080451

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Baths, 3 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ 5,177 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Geothermal heating/air conditioning â&#x20AC;˘ In floor heat â&#x20AC;˘ Master suite â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood & ceramic floors throughout â&#x20AC;˘ Walkout lower level with mother-in-law apartment â&#x20AC;˘ Private setting â&#x20AC;˘ Great view â&#x20AC;˘ Blacktop road â&#x20AC;˘ Close to bike trail

SOLD 217 CHATFIELD AVE NW, PRESTON Oâ&#x20AC;˘ L2 carDgarage â&#x20AC;˘ 3,909 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘S 3 bath 27047 KEY ROAD, FOUNTAIN

$525,000

29572 MORGAN RD, WYKOFF

$665,000 #4079502

â&#x20AC;˘3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, 1991, 2005 (50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x100â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) Pole Shed, 3000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of Root River frontage, Barn, Hay shed, carriage shed 29 acres woods, 39 acres tillable, 49 acres pasture Great hunting, fishing, recreational or farming parcel

â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 1,070 sq. ft. garage

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TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT in Preston. Central air, stove, refrigerator, washer & dryer hook-ups. Off street parking. Absolutely no smoking or pets. $445 plus utilities. 1 year lease and damage deposit. 507-467-2941. r3tfn-o

FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Large level lot (132â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 300â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900 FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 acres of woods with approximately 400â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #4076539 $60,000 $55,000 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jordan Township â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 39 acre hunting parcel with 26 acres woods and balance pasture. Located in a quiet valley close to the Root River. Additional parcels available. #4079496 $149,900. WYKOFF â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jordan Township - 49 acres of bare land with the Root River access. Approx. 17 acres tillable, 17 acres woods and balance pasture. #4079500 $210,000

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LISTIN

$259,900

1137 LONE STONE CT SE

CHATFIELD

New home with open ﬂoor plan • 4 bedrooms • 2 baths • Kitchen w/island • Formal dining and living room • Main ﬂoor laundry • Family room • Walk-out patio • Fenced yard • 3 car garage • Steel siding NEW

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$245,000

NEW

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LIST

$135,000

Spectacular views • Large ranch • Master suite w/jetted tub • Walk-in closet • Main ﬂoor laundry • Formal living room and dining room • Remodeled kitchen • 4 bath • Lower level is currently set up as a mother-in-law apartment • Completely remodeled and updated • 1/2 acre lot • Wildlife • Large deck

Moving?

$249,900

14807 HIGHWAY 30 SE CHATFIELD

6.58 acres • Close to new elementary • Edge of city limits • Blacktop road • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Wood ﬂoors • Covered patio • Deck • Built-ins • 2 car attached garage • 4+ heated garage/shop (1,536 sq. ft) • 2 additional out buildings • Sold as-is $129,900

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$98,900

312 CENTER ST NE PRESTON

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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

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Quality 3 bed 4 bath home. Lots of living space w/full basement. Private backyard. 2 car garage. $150,000

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Versatile Building 3 bed, 2 bath ranch near Upper Iowa River. Harmony $127,000

MABEL

Efﬁciency living! Enjoy this home with several updates including furnace, water heater, electrical, roof & more! 14x16 carport. Small garden w/several plants.

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Move right in! Ranch home with new ﬂooring, paint, lighting and shingles. 2 car attached garage. Easy walk to downtown.

HARMONY Original details! Updated ﬂooring, countertops and more! 4 bedroom,PENDING 2 bathroom. Corner lot. $90,000

PRESTON

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! $134,900

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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

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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

Large corner lot • Close to elementary • Close to golf course • Open to builders • City Utilities

603 CALHOUN AVE LANESBORO FORESTVILLE STATE PARK $59,900 Ranch home • 3 bedrooms 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 • Ideal for house or cabin

144 MAIN STREET PRESTON

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

3 bedrooms • D/O • Formal dining room • Living room • Large open kitchen w/ dining • Wood ﬂoors • Main ﬂoor laundry • Enclosed porch • Patio • Deck • 2 car garage • Storage shed • Private yard overlooking Sylvan Park • Shop area in lower level

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A slice of country! 11528 US 52, Canton. 2.5 acres on hard surface road. 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom. Detached garage. $75,000

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Chatfield Office Rochester Office 116 N. Main St. 4123 26th St. NW

bedrooms • Large fenced yard • Newer windows • Living room • Dining 1-level living • 3 large bedrooms • 2 baths • 2+ attached garage • 3room • Covered patio • Quiet street No association fees • Open kitchen, living and dining room • New carpet • Patio • Storage shed • Private back yard • Close to state $139,900 300 KIRKWOOD ST E. bike trail & Root River REDU

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EMPLOYMENT EAGLE BLUFF ELC in Lanesboro has immediate opening for part-time food service workers. Compensation dependent on experience and skills. Flexible hours. E-mail letter of interest and questions to foodservice@ eagle-bluff.org or call Sara McCallson at 507-467-2437. h3,10-o BRANDING IRON is looking for highly motivated kitchen worker/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. h3,10-o HIRING - CASHIER/CLERK. Parttime, competitive wage. Customer service, cashiering, answering phones, clerical, stocking and light cleaning. Weber & Judd Pharmacies, 136 Main St SW, Preston, MN 55965. Ph (507) 765-2156. h26,3,10-o opening for a day shift housekeeper, flexible schedule every other weekend, new pay scale, and a cook day shift, flexible schedule every other weekend, new pay scale. Call Cathy at Park Lane Estates at 507-765-9986 or 507-259-3291. h19,26,3-o

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EMPLOYMENT Skills Worker Fillmore County. Make a difference in the lives of others in our area! Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is looking for a Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mental Health Skills Worker to work in Fillmore County. Work with school aged children and help to provide them the skills necessary to cope with a variety of mental health diagnoses. Requirements: Bachelor degree in Social Work or closely related field, willingness to travel throughout Fillmore County, minimum 2 years experience working with children with emotional disturbances for no clinical supervision, will provide clinical supervision for those not meeting the minimum 2 years. h26,3-x ROOT RIVER HARDWOODS Looking for a reliable person to work in sawmill, benefit package available. Retirement plan. Apply at Hwy 52 N, Preston, MN, 507-765-2362. e26,3-x LANESBORO SCHOOL DISTRICT #229 is accepting applications for Custodian. Ideal candidate will have knowledge of custodial work. This position is a school year only position working 5 days per week from 3:30pm-9:30pm. Application for the position can be found on our school website (www.lanesboro.k12.mn.us) or be picked up in the school office. Application deadline is 7/5/2017. EOE h26,3-o

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change of Meeting Notice amherst township The Amherst Township July monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at 8:00 p.m. instead of Monday, July 10, 2017. Publish 3,10

Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: root river outfitters 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 101 parkway ave s lanesboro, mn 55949 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. root river outfitters llc 101 parkway ave s lanesboro, mn 55949 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Dated: May 25, 2017 /s/Holly Rissman Publish 26,3

Western Railway Company; and Chicago and North Western Transportation Company; 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. AMENDED 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. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Fillmore County, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: A strip of land 100 feet in width extending over and across the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 33, Township 103 North, Range 13 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota; said strip of land being 50 feet in width on each side of the center line of the main track (now removed) of the Winona and Southwestern Railway Company (later the Wisconsin Minnesota and Pacific Railroad Company, the Chicago Great Western Railway Company, now the Chicago and North Western Transportation Company), as said main track center line was originallly located and established over and across said Section 33,; which lies Northerly of Line 1 described below and Southerly of Line 2 described below. Line 1: Begining at the Southwest Corner of Lot 2, Block 1 of Westfield First Subdivision as platted and recoreded on page 29 of Book E of Plats in the office the County Recorder, said corner being a point on the Eaterly right-of-way line of the Chicago and North Western Transportation Company; thence North 58 degrees 43 minutes 25 seconds West along the Westerly extension of the South line of Lot 2, Block 1, a distantnce of 100 feet, more or less, to the Westerly right-ofway line of the Chicago and North Western Transportation Company and there terminating, Fillmore County, Minnesota. Line 2: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 3, Block 1 of said Westfield First Subdivision, said corner being a point on the Easterly right-of-way line of the Chicago and North Western Transportation Company; thence Northeasterly along the Westerly boundary of said Lot 3 a distance of 40.045 feet to the point of beginning of line 2, thence North 58 degrees 43 minutes 25 seconds West parallel to the Westerly extension of the South line of Lot 3, Block 1, 100 feet, more or less, to the Westerly right-of-way line of the Chicago and North Western Transportation Company and there terminating, Fillmore County, Minnesota.

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. Â§ 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: May 3, 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 3,10,17

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: FORECLOSURE Court File No. [ 23-CV-17-22] Marine Credit Union, Plaintiff, vs. KEITH S. HANSON, JENNIFER HANSON, MAYO CLINIC, CAPITAL ONE (USA) NA, Defendants. NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of a Judgment made and entered in the above-entitled matter on April 27, 2017, by the District Court of Fillmore County Minnesota, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises herein after described, to satisfy the amount adjudged due the plaintiff in the above-entitled action from the defendants, as described in the Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Fillmore County Minnesota will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash as follows: DATE: Thursday, July 20th, 2017 at 10:00 am LOCATION: Main lobby of the Fillmore County Courthouse, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN 55965. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Beginning at a point 391.2 ft. N. of the SW Corner of Lot 15, Block 2, of J.B. Thayerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Addition to the City of Spring Valley, Fillmore County, Minnesota, thence N. 75 ft., thence E 147.02 ft., thence S 6 deg. 13 min. W, 60.4 ft., thence S 15 ft., thence W 140.5 ft. to the place of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 520 Lyndale Avenue, Spring Valley, Minnesota 55975 PARCEL NUMBER: 36.0787.100 The property shall be sold, together with all improvements and buildings located thereon, and all rights, title, claim and demand of any nature whatsoever of the defendants in and to the mortgaged premises described above, or any part thereof; that all estates, rights, title and interest of any nature whatsoever, in any way belonging or relating to the mortgaged premises, together with all equipment, fixtures or other property of any kind whatsoever owned by the defendants and located on the mortgaged premises, and all leases and other agreements effecting the use of the occupancy of the mortgaged premises now or herein after entered into, the right to receive and apply rents, issues and profits from the mortgaged premises, and all the proceeds of the foregoing, together with the premises. Dated this 15th day of May, 2017. FILLMORE COUNTY SHERIFF /s/Tom Kaase Deputy Drafted By: Attorney Daniel E. Dunn 504 Main St, Ste. 200 La Crosse, WI 54601 Publish 29,5,12,19,26,3 Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: pit stop service 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 102 W. prairie mabel, mn 55954 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. duane falck 3666 co. rd. W40 decorah, ia 52101 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I WITH this document understand PRINTED that by signing I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Dated: March 23, 2017 /s/Duane Falck Printed on recycled paper Publish 26,3

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request for health insurance bids Fillmore County is officially requesting carrier proposals for their 2018 health insurance contract. Health insurance carriers can obtain bid information and specifics by contacting the Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agent of record, Flexible Benefit Consulting, at (320) 864-3525. Proposals are due by 4:30 PM on Thursday, July 20, 2017, and can be sent electronically to Justin@ flexbenmn.com. The County reserves the right to waive formalities and minor irregularities; reject any and all proposals and call for new proposals; request a written clarification of any proposal; accept the proposal which is determined to be in the best interest of the County and its employees; postpone, cancel, or extend the due date of this RFP; and conduct negotiations before, and subsequent to, the selection of the carrier. The RFP is being made under conditions set forth in Minnesota Statutes Section 471.6161. Publish 3 Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: divine hair design 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 920 grand st. se chatfield, mn 55923 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. jean r. easler 920 grand st se chatfield, mn 55923 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Dated: June 16, 2017 /s/Cheyenne Moseley Publish 3,10 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-17-111 Justin G. Andersen and Ronda J. Andersen, Plaintiffs, v. Carllie A. Marzolf Trust; Danial L. McKee; Norman C. Witt; Jean A. Witt; Darrell E. Vikse; Glenna M. Vikse; Timothy Warren; Martha Warren; James A. Parker; Katherine A. Parker; Kay M. Nelson; David Mueller; Holly Jo Mueller; Sharilyn A. Thoreson; State of Minnesota; Southwestern Railway Company; Wisconsin Minnesota and Pacific Railroad Company; Chicago Great

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SIMMENTAL AND SIM ANGUS YEARLING BULLS. Polled black and red. Semen checked and ready to go to work. Grass-Lunning Simm., LeRoy, MN. Bob-507-438-9007, Luke-507440-6386 or glsimmentals@gmail.com f8,15,22,29,5,12,19,26,3,10-x

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‘13 BUICK Regal GS, (1-Owner), “Only 500 Miles” ‘13 CHEVY Equinox, AWD, 42,000 Miles, Local Trade ‘13 CHEVY Traverse LT, AWD, Local Trade ‘12 BUICK Enclave CXL, AWD, 50,000 Miles, Local Trade, Loaded ‘12 CHEVY Impala LT, Sunroof, Local Trade ‘11 BUICK Enclave CXL, FWD, (1-Owner), 90,000 Miles ‘11 BUICK La Crosse CX, 84,000 Miles, Local Trade ‘11 CHEVY 1/2 ton Crew Cab LT, 4WD, High Miles ‘11 CHEVY Tahoe LT, 4WD, (1-Owner), Loaded ‘11 FORD Explorer XLT, 4WD, Local Trade, Loaded ‘09 CHEVY 1-ton Crew Cab LT, 4WD, “Diesel”, Local Trade ‘09 TOYOTA Scion, 4dr, Local Trade ‘08 CHEVY /2 ton Crew-Cab 4WD, “LTZ”

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‘17 CHEVY Traverse LT, AWD ‘15 CHRYSLER 200 LTD, 4dr ‘08 CHEVY Trailblazer, Black, Leather, 4WD, 155,000 Miles, Local Trade ‘08 CHEVY Trailblazer LS, Light Blue, 149,000 Miles, New Tires, Local Trade ‘07 BUICK LuCerne CXL, 3800 V-6 ‘07 CHEVY Impala SS, 4dr, Local Trade ‘06 CHEVY 1/2 ton Crew Cab Z-71, 4WD, 71,000 Miles, “Mint” ‘05 CHEVY 1/2 ton Crew Cab, 4WD, “Cheap” ‘05 CHEVY 1/2 ton Crew Cab, 4WD, 105,000 Miles, Local Trade ‘04 BUICK Rainier, Black, AWD, Leather, 150,000 Miles, Local Trade ‘04 CHEVY Trailblazer “Ext” LT, 4WD, (1-Owner), Heated Leather ‘04 CHRYSLER Town & Country “Handicap” Van, 55,000 Miles ‘04 GMC Envoy, 4dr, 4WD ‘01 CHEVY 1/2 ton Ext-Cab, 2WD, Local Trade ‘01 CHEVY HD 1/2 ton Crew Cab, 4WD ‘00 OLDS Alero, 4dr ‘94 CHEVY 1/2 ton Pickup, 2WD, $1,650

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