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Monday, August 14, 2017

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Canton • Chatfield • Fountain • Harmony • Houston • Lanesboro • Mabel • Ostrander • Peterson • Preston • Rushford • Rushford Village • Spring Valley • Whalan • Wykoff

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 14, 2017

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Peterson councilor resigns; council to appoint replacement

other items are charged at other rates. The permit fee is waived for buildings fewer than eight foot by ten foot, but a permit is still required.

“I would like to review this,” stated Councilor Rue, citing the investment in time taken by the council and Zoning Commission for permitted items. “I think the fees should be equitable across the board.” It is likely the matter will be discussed at the next meeting, but a final decision on the fees may not be adopted until the council’s next organizational meeting, held in early January.

Following the end of regular new business, the council moved into closed session to discuss and ongoing legal matter involving the City of Peterson versus Gary and Shirley Quarve. The issue is over zoning violations on the Quarve property.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Wednesday, September 13, at 6 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

cilor Chris Grindland resigned but the council has indicated the the seat to take the open city clerk city is not interested in purchasposition this past February, the ing it. council appointed Sandeno, the It has been determined that a next highest vote getter, to the weigh scale on Fillmore Street is likely owned by the city. Councouncil seat.

A resolution declaring a vacan- cilor Dave Colbenson stated he’d cy was approved by the council. A discussed the matter with former, replacement for the council seat long-time Peterson mayor and will be appointed by the council councilor Dick Lee. What was at the September meeting. There formerly Benson Grain, may have are no restrictions placed on the obtained permission from the city council for filling a vacated seat to install the scale some 40-60 and they can appoint a replace- years ago, but no records of the installation were found. “There’s ment at their discretion.

The council discussed their no real accuracy on that,” said ongoing effort to get delinquent Colbenson. “If that’s the case, it utility bills remedied. October 12 belongs to the city. That space The Peterson Council considered a series of overdue utility bills of last year, the council voted in could be used as more diagoat the Wednesday, August 9 meeting. Pictured, left to right, are favor of assessing of delinquent nal parking for the city park.”

City Clerk Chris Grindland, Mayor Tim Hallum, and Council- utility bills to property taxes. In A determination on ownership November, the council approved would be made before any street ors Loren Rue and Dave Colbenson.

Photo by Kirsten Zoellner a policy update that included that improvements could be made. any bill not paid by or before the The council will consider some a newly accepted job and subse- date indicated would be subject changes to permitting fees later

By Kirsten Zoellner Peterson Councilor Jake Sand- quent move out of Peterson for to a late fee of 1% of the past due this year. Currently, fences are eno turned in a letter of resigna- Sandeno. balance would be added to the charged per foot. Buildings and tion to the Peterson Council at Sandeno had run for a seat on current amount due. However, the Wednesday, August 9 meet- the council last November, but the 1% is removed from the past ing. The resignation was due to did not win. When then-Coun- due amount once certified to the county. The assessments are at a rate of 4%. Additional details approved in the policy stated that overdue bills to renters were ultimately payable by the property owner.

Consignment & Variety This year, 21 properties have At Park Lane Estates we offer a variety of activities and services to meet each resident’s personal needs. received notification letters from the city, dated August 20, citing Rent stARting At $790 • 3 Meals a Day • Podiatrist available the delinquency. All of the past • Housekeeping & Laundry • 24/7 Awake staff • Entertainment & Activities • RN/LPN on call due amounts are part of a larger • Transportation around town • First Alert Pendants current amount due. Two of the • Go out for lunch or just for a ride • Weekly Bible study and church • Help with setting up appointments • Room available for family gathering with coffee 21 properties are inactive and • Hair dresser available every week and lemonade provided • Respite Care for short- or long-term as needed five of the active accounts have past due amounts under $10.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 14, 2017

Preston to consider extending police services to Fountain

By Karen Reisner Due to the impending retirement of Fountain’s long time part-time police chief Tom Mosher, Fountain has invited Preston staff to meet with them on August 14 to discuss the possibility of Preston contracting with Fountain for police services. In a related matter, a revised contract with the city of Lanesboro was approved at the August 7 Preston City Council meeting. Councilman David Collett was absent.

Lanesboro had requested three significant revisions to their contract. Preston must be liable and insure their police officers while in Lanesboro, which Preston already does. Preston is to provide a proposed budget by August 1. If the proposed budget increases more

than 5%, the contract termination period drops from 180 days to 90 days. These changes were approved.

Police Chief Matt Schultz explained that initially, Fountain discussed the provision of police services with the county but they apparently have not agreed on terms. City Administrator Joe Hoffman and Schultz talked about how costs would be split up between the three communities if services were extended to Fountain. Hoffman noted they have accurate information on the number of calls made in Preston and Lanesboro. Estimates were made for Fountain. Currently, the cost share for the Preston police department is split twothirds Preston and one-third

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It is proposed that Fountain would pay 7.8% (about $24,000) of the department cost and the remaining total would be split two-thirds for Preston and one-third for Lanesboro.

The department would be run with the same number of officers so the cities would see slightly less patrol coverage. The cities all would enjoy some savings with this arrangement. The total 2018 net budget expense for the police department is $308,613.

A motion was approved to offer police coverage to Fountain using the figures presented.

Mayor Kurt Reicks said there could be a savings to all three communities and it should be an ideal situation for law enforcement.

Other business in brief • Approval was given for a PopUp Craft Show/farmer market on August 12 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additional shows were approved, one each in September and October, dates yet to be set.

Ilene Edwards said the sidewalk market will be on the 100 block of Fillmore St. W. She said she has been working with Martin and Kathleen Rinnhofer from Urban Artifacts.

• An assessment public hearing will be held on September 5 at 6 p.m. for this year’s sidewalk improvements. Jim Bakken, Public Works, said the improvements were made at five locations at a

total cost of $14,477. The total amount proposed to be assessed against the lots is $3,636.75.

• Rezoning and variance requests were made by Andrew and Anita Bisek. They were approved as recommended by Planning and Zoning after their public hearing. There was no opposition to the requests. The property at 232 Main St. SW will be rezoned from R3 (multifamily residential) to R2 (one and two family residential). Variances will allow for the building of a covered porch on the north side and a raised patio on the east side of the house.

• Approval was given for a funding request in the amount of $3,000 for the Preston Historical Society. Councilman Robert Maust explained that a grant application has been submitted for Legacy funding in the amount of $133,000. If the grant is awarded it will be used in part for an addition on the north side of the elevator and an office.

He hopes to hear in September if more information is needed or if they are being considered for funding.

• Preston agreed to act as an intermediary for needed repair work on a portion of the Harmony-Preston Valley Bike Trail in the city. The city will contract with Barth Construction who is already working on the Root River stream restoration.

Hoffman said there is a straight

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down drop to the water a few feet off the trail and that a repair is urgently needed. He noted the city is under no obligation. The council approved going into a cooperative agreement with the DNR pending final approval by the city attorney. The amount quoted by Barth to do the work ($6,702.99) will be fully reimbursed to the city.

• The renewal of property, liability and workers compensation insurance through the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) was approved. Monetary tort limits were not waived, as is the city’s past practice.

• A railing, an ADA requirement, to be added along the newly cemented ramp to city hall was discussed. The council suggested that decorative options be brought back for consideration.

• The hire of Tim Krueger as an EMT as recommended by Ambulance Director Ryan Throckmorton was approved.

• Revised pre-treatment agreements with Foremost Farms and POET were approved. The agreements set mercury limits for the industries and have surcharges if the limits are exceeded. Both Preston Public Utilities and the two industries have agreed to the terms.

• The city will place an ad costing $54 in the News Leader in the Honor Roll for Business section.

• The second meeting in August is tentatively set for Thursday, August 24. The first meeting in September will be on Tuesday, the 5th.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 14, 2017

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C ommentary One Moment, Please...

Our blank front page?

By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com I know what you’re thinking.

We screwed up the front page this week!

No, trust me, we didn’t. We intentionally published nothing on the front page to make Jason Sethre a statement.

This statement was originally fostered by a committee at the Minnesota Newspaper Association. To be quite frank, at first I wasn’t keen on this idea.

All newspapers in 87 counties in the State of Minnesota were encouraged to participate in this blank front page initiative, and I was openly reluctant. I even lobbied against a blank front page with our newspaper staff.

But, something changed my mindset, and I started to think about what it would be like if there were no local newspapers.

Where would our local residents get their news?

I mean no disrespect when I say that our local TV and radio stations don’t cover every city council, school board, and county government meeting. But, it’s true.

Local newspapers have more reporters covering meetings, events, and human interest stories than most other types of media.

And, how we present the news is quite different than TV and radio.

Newspapers provide a format that can be shared in print and online, and easily revisited because the printed word has been captured.

And, the majority of credible news content appearing on the Editorial Cartoon

Internet is generated by local newspapers. There have been many failed attempts at online only news sources. The most recent and notable was Patch. com. AOL (America Online still exists!) founded Patch.com, which was intended to be a hyper-local online only news source for major cities throughout the United States. At one time, they operated 906 hyper-local news websites with mostly volunteer reporters.

If you’ve never heard of Patch. com, that’s one of the reasons they failed. Very few online only news models can sustain without the frequency of readily available traditional media such as TV, radio, and newspapers.

The Fillmore County Journal arriving in your mailbox every week makes your local news consumption easy. You don’t have to pay for it due to the support of local advertisers. And, it has local news relevant to you and the community in which you reside.

Why is local news important?

A few years ago, I wrote a commentary about 843 names and faces that appeared in that one issue of the Fillmore County Journal. That was only one issue.

We do this every week.

We publish obituaries at no charge. Our Social Scenes pages are blessed with birth notices, engagement and wedding announcements, military service recognition, anniversaries, and retirement milestones. We cover the sports accomplishments of high school athletes for seven school districts in our coverage area. We provide a forum on our Commentary pages for local residents to have a dialogue about local, regional, national and international issues.

And, along with the aforemen-

tioned, we have a stellar news team reporting on what was discussed at government meetings throughout our coverage area.

Bravo to Barb Jeffers, Miranda Cox, Eric Leitzen, Annie Lewis, Karen Reisner, Rich Wicks, Hannah Wingert, and Kirsten Zoellner! This team of reporters is responsible for reporting on how money is spent by each of the following government entities: 2017 general fund budgets: • Canton: $129,314 • Chatfield: $2,318,004 • Fillmore County Government: $28,021,700 • Fountain: Unavailable by press time • Harmony: $634,181 • Houston: $564,048 • Lanesboro: $783,248 • Mabel: $749,550 • Ostrander: $180,700 • Peterson: $152,154 • Preston: $2,284,762 • Rushford: $792,700 • Rushford Village: $425,000 • Spring Valley: $1,615,274 • Whalan: $24,898 • Wykoff: $691,934 Total: $39,367,467 2016 school district expenditures: • Chatfield School District: $8,373,744 • Fillmore Central School District: $6,483,638 • Houston School District: $20,837,453 • Kingsland School District: $6,145,974 • Lanesboro School District: $3,642,041 • Mabel-Canton School District: $2,845,017 • Rushford-Peterson School District: $7,078,002 Total: $55,405,869 Our team of reporters has the hefty responsibility of explaining to the public how nearly $100 million of their taxpayer dollars

are spent within local governments and schools. And, in general, that multi-million dollar number grows year after year.

If local newspapers didn’t exist, who would report on what was discussed at these government meetings? Furthermore, who would act as a watchdog for how your tax dollars are spent?

Most of our residents are way too busy to attend a local government meeting. So, they trust this newspaper will give them an update on what transpired at a meeting where officials make decisions that could impact their lives with taxes, policy changes, ordinances, road construction, bond referendums, and so much more.

And, by in large, local newspapers are the most likely media to raise up a red flag to the community when there is a violation of Open Meeting Law. Local newspapers push for transparency at all costs, citing the Freedom of Information Act when necessary.

Accountability & Transparency There have been a few government entities pushing for not publishing legal notices in any newspaper, hoping they will be allowed to only publish their legal notices on their own government website.

There are so many reasons this is a bad idea. One example — try to locate the city budget of any cities listed previously in this commentary. With my recent litmus test, Fillmore County government published their 2017 budget on their website, but only one city had their budget accessible on their website. Citizens need more information accessible at all times. More transparency.

Another reality is that only 72% of Minnesota residents have Internet access. When people have to jump through hoops to access information about their government, that’s a problem.

When we are talking about nearly $100 million of local taxpayer dollars spent in this area, I would think that communication with citizens would be a priority. If there is a date change for a meeting, a notice for bids, or public hearing — just to name a few ­— these need to be published as legal notices in a local newspaper.

We’ve received phone calls from upset citizens showing up for a local meeting in this area, because the meeting date and time was changed without any notice to the public. Our own reporters have shown up for a meeting that was rescheduled without notice to the newspaper or the public.

That’s a really big problem!

And, in case anyone is wondering, there are some local governments and school districts that have not published all of their legal notices in order to save a few bucks. It has been happening. If you are not seeing legal notices for your city or school district in any newspapers, you may want to start asking questions of locally elected

officials making those decisions.

It’s a matter of transparency.

Public notices in newspapers are the permanent records of what a public body does as well as the notification of what it intends to do. Once it has been printed, there is permanence. Links on government websites can be deleted quickly and without notice.

It’s interesting. Local governments know that newspapers get the message out best. When they want to publicize any issue of concern, they contact the local newspaper.

The more open and accessible government information is, the stronger the trust in what our government does.

The blank front page The statement made with today’s blank front page was intended to prompt our readers to think about the significance of the content that fills these pages each week.

As the Minnesota Newspaper Association celebrates 150 years, this newspaper joins hundreds of newspaper throughout the State of Minnesota attempting to make a statement of relevance. We serve an important purpose, whether we realize it or not.

Here in Minnesota, local newspapers are the lifeblood of the community.

Government this week Monday, August 14 • 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.

Tuesday, August 15 • Mabel-Canton School Board, Media Center, 7 p.m.

• Rushford Village City Council, Village Hall, 7 p.m.

Thursday, August 17 • Houston School Board, High School Library, 6 p.m.

• Lanesboro School Board, Elementary Library, 7 p.m.

• Fillmore County Planning & Zoning Commission, Courthouse, 7 p.m.

Monday, August 21 • Rushford-Peterson School Board, Forum Room - new school, 5:30 p.m.

• Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m.

• Kingsland School Board, Choir Room, 6:30 p.m.

• Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m.

Schedule subject to change.

All opinions expressed on these pages are those of the authors and not of the Fillmore County Journal.

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Monday, August 14, 2017

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C ommentary Devil’s Advocate… Land of plenty

By Aaron Bishop Harmony, MN Recently, the Minnesota Commissioner of Health visited Fillmore County to speak of the overall health of Minnesotans and ask residents our thoughts on the matter of Aaron Bishop well-being. I had a chance to ask the commissioner a few questions and to speak to him of my concerns about soil quality and availability. He said our way of farming (worldwide) is not sustainable and there must be a change. How do we get change?

Change. It was voted for in 2008.

It was voted for in 2016. Electing a new president is not enough to get the change we want or need. We, the people, may have to recognize we can try to vote in change as much as we want, but only we can effectually bring it about by working together.

We can change how we consume, what we consume, how we produce, and what we produce. But why change? What’s

the urgency?

In late 2015, the University of Sheffield came out with a study alleging one-third of global, arable soil has been either depleted in nutrients or eroded away entirely… in the last 40 years.

Many farming practices currently used are not sustainable.

It is hypothesized that with current increasing rates of erosion, Asian, African, and South American countries will be impacted soonest. Studies suggest, globally, only 60 years remain of good soil and already food deserts exist.

“Food desert” is a term used to illustrate the lack of food availability to residents in a region.

We live in a land surrounded by tens of thousands of square miles of quality (for now) soil, yet we spend money on importing food from California. Food we could otherwise grow here. With California’s unstable (and drying) climate and growing demand for crops to be sold elsewhere (China’s recent trade agreement with the U.S. for rice), they may not always be a reliable source for nutrients. Is change feasible?

There are people working on this problem right now. A study in the UK by Dr. Jill Edmond-

son illustrates urban areas cover another significant percentage of soil that would otherwise be used for growing food. People may be surrounded by crops, but have not a bite to eat. Yet, food may be grown in urban areas.

According to Dr. Edmondson, community gardens have been sprouting everywhere, worked by approximately 800 million people worldwide. What will our rural countryside look like 50 years from now if the best soil is found in urban areas?

Living in farm country, I’ve often heard that farmers grow food, but great farmers grow soil.

This makes sense to me. Without healthy soil, there will be no nutritious food. We can provide supplemental nutrients with fertilizers, but at the expense of contaminating our increasingly valuable water supply. Such practices do not bring back the soil lost due to contamination and inevitable erosion (on average three tons per acre per year in the U.S. are eroded away). Instead, it may only serve to exacerbate the ecological disaster we find already occurring in our lakes and streams. Evolution thrives off ecological diversity. That

diversity has been getting choked out as species cannot cope with a quickly shifting and degrading environment.

How about a solution? How can we change? Evolutionary success results from diversity. Perhaps it is time to diversify crops in the Midwest.

Recent studies illustrate crop diversity and rotation with additional labor often require fewer fertilizers and pesticides while maintaining high yields and profits. Trillions of microbes that lived in the soil formed our healthy and deep soil in Bluff Country to begin with. Soil is not dead, as our farmers know. It is the amalgamation of living detritovores and micro-organisms breaking down old vegetation and forming usable nutrients. If we take care of the soil, the soil will take care of us.

I encourage readers to consider alternative ways to increase soil quality and quantity while at the same time boosting the local economy. I recognize that I don’t have all answers, nor do I have all the facts. My sources can be found in the online version of this article.

Let’s make an investment in our soil. Let’s nurture it by improving its quality and quantity.

Cheers!

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By Steve Rowland Yes, I absolutely wish the BEST for Sundance on Saturday evening! I mentioned, in an earlier commentary, that I was a "fan" and, on another weekend, I would more than likely attend his concert and enjoy his performance. Sundance is a "unique" entertainer and I am sure his performance will be fabulous!

I would still appreciate some kind of answer to my question "Why Sundance THAT Weekend?” I "believe" that the Fair Board made the decision to start a brand new celebration, known as Root River Fest. I can only surmise this because my inquiry has apparently fallen on deaf ears! I also added an additional QUESTION, will Root River Fest be held in 2018, at the same time as Chatfield Western Days? The "SILENCE" is deafening! This "me first" society, that seems to be "in vogue," apparently considers my comments irrelevant and not deserving of any reply or common courtesy whatsoever!

My mother and father, now deceased, instilled in me some very noteworthy values. They taught me to "work hard," have consideration for others, "walk a mile in their shoes" and stand up for what you believe is right! Well, that is exactly what I am doing! This is my opinion ONLY, although a huge amount of people agree with me!

I find the decision to start a BRAND NEW celebration on the same weekend as Chatfield's 50th Annual Western Days, ridiculous and "indefensible." I truly believe that the person or group, responsible for said decision, must also feel that way, as they have not made any attempt to contact me to defend their actions! There may be a good reason for that decision but, apparently, no one has the "intestinal fortitude" to share that information with me. I guess they feel that I am just a doddering old fool that no one will listen to, and will eventually just go away. Well, like me, they are certainly entitled to their opinion. Again, I can only guess what their opinion or thinking might be since no one is considerate enough to let me know what their motives or opinions are!

Chatfield is less than 15 MILES from Preston and apparently, is irrelevant, as far as any sort of consideration for "OUR" long standing community celebration. I believe that the Fair Board was oblivious to anything or anyone, other than their own selfish interests, when they made this unforgivable decision! Please know that I have to guess about their motives or reasoning, or lack thereof, as no one has even a modicum of courtesy to let me know "Why Sundance THAT Weekend?" Do "they" not comprehend that both communities LOSE in this scheduling decision, and that it can only be viewed as a flagrant disregard for your neighbors and their LONG established celebration? I mean, FIFTY YEARS!!!! REALLY? It is true that the Fair Board is under no obligation to explain anything to me, but, the people of Fillmore County and Chatfield, in particular, would very much like an answer! I do not make it through a single day without several inquiries as to "Why Sundance THAT weekend?" but I can only repeat that I have heard NOTHING! I guess "common courtesy" is no longer something that these decision makers engage in, with regards to my question! It is very unfortunate that no one is willing to step up and explain "Why Sundance THAT Weekend?" You should all be ashamed of yourselves! Not necessarily with you decision, but your communication BLACKOUT! It is completely reprehensible!

Since I have heard nothing since my first article and commentary weeks ago, I can only assume that I, and the people of Fillmore County, including Chatfield, will never know the answers to my questions. It is unfortunate but, perhaps, it is truly an "indefensible decision" as well as a callous disregard for a neighboring community and their citizens.

I truly wish Sundance the "Best of Luck" as well as a fantastic performance. If my neighbors, Fillmore and Olmsted County residents, chose to attend Root River Fest or the 50th Annual Chatfield Western Days, it is truly their decision and I support wherever they wish to go, as this is their right! I sincerely wish attendees of both celebrations a fantastic and enjoyable experience. For myself, I will be attending the 50th Annual Chatfield Western Days and loving every minute of it!

All opinions expressed on these pages are those of the authors and not of the Fillmore County Journal.

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Monday, August 14, 2017

Ostrander to fill mayor and police vacancies

By Rich Wicks The Ostrander City Council met on August 9 in regular session, with Erin Volkart, Pam Kunert, Clerk Chris Hyrkas, and DJ Start in attendance.

Heidi Jones was absent.

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The council Thursday, March 10 at 9a.m. with the League of MinneCoffee Cities with Friends sota (LMC) and the city attorney about how to best proceed in this situation, and the emailed response from LMC suggested that the council accept the resignation and start working on filling the vacancy. The city attorney said there is no law requiring that Ostrander accept the letter of resignation, and that if it’s not accepted, then after 90 days the city could declare the position vacant (assuming Nesler is not performing the duties of mayor). The council chose to take no action at this time, but will discuss this at the special meeting being scheduled next week, so that the city attorney can hopefully attend as well.

The council heard from Ruth Hubbard (Minnesota Rural Water Association) and Brian Malm (Bolton & Menk) regarding loan financing options for the city’s infrastructure project.

Jennifer Ronnenberg (Minnesota Department of Health) updated the council on the progress of the “Wellhead Protection Plan.” She said, “Almost everything in here, probably 99%, is grant funding eligible.” She added that, “There are rumors of an old creamery well, but we haven’t found it yet.”

Pam Kunert said she’s received several complaints from citizens regarding the cow manure smell from the Miller farm, which is partly within city limits. Hyrkas explained that this property was long ago “grandfathered in” to allow the cattle to remain. Kunert said, “We need to do something” because the odor is becoming a real problem for many households. The council will keep a log of complaints, and will look into how best to address this.

Hyrkas pointed out that the city received training reimbursement of approximately $3,000 for the fire department. Kunert asked Dustin

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Canton looks to improve quality of wireless internet

By Miranda Cox With the sole and frequently stated purpose of providing yet another choice for wireless internet to the city and surrounding area’s residents, Becky Severtson, a representative of the Albert Lea-based company known as LTD Broadband, paid a visit to the Canton City Council during their regularly scheduled meeting held on August 9.

Severtson outlined the company’s wishes of the addition of their equipment to the town’s water tower as an increasing amount of inquiries regarding better service have been made.

In addition to strengthening the quality of wireless internet in the vicinity, the broadband business also grants free service to all city buildings, of which Canton personally would make use of in the city hall, wastewater plant, town hall, and fire department.

Noting of the city’s limited liability of paying the minimal electric bill associated with the equipment as all maintenance is supplied by the company, along with the approximate savings of $1,000 per year, Councilmember Charlie Warner verbalized the opinion of the council as a whole in saying, “It is probably something we should look into.”

Mayor Donivee Johnson presented her one concern of proper procedure upon the water tower needing painting or servicing,

and, after being reassured that the equipment can merely be removed during that time, members and LTD Broadband alike agreed to formulate a contract for review and the possibility of a motion in September.

Concerning the playground equipment located on the old school property, though originally planned to be sold to the city of Mabel for means of use at a daycare facility, a lack of interest led the council to not only pursue Anna and Larry Soiney as buyers, who had shown previous interest in the park, but also lower the price. Members settled upon the reduced rate of $800, providing that the said bidders commit to the purchase and act upon removing the recreational paraphernalia.

Though the recent water meter project has reached completion, a select few issues have continued to pose problems. twelve customers have been the victims of water leaks or bursts; however, all have been contacted, with nearly all fixed. Furthermore, five individuals have been charged the previously decided $75 fee in accordance to their failure to comply with the set due date. Lastly, six residents are waiting to hear back from a plumber before proceeding to the subsequent steps in the project. With the help of widespread cooperation, councilmembers

are hoping that these select problems will be resolved by the end of the month.

Looking further into updating the doors for the fire hall to that of keyless entry, Councilmember Randy Gossman voiced that he conversed with Smidt Companies located in Racine, of which concurred to come and take a look in the next week or so with plans of determining a quote before beginning any work.

With the much-anticipated town celebration known as Canton Day Off quickly approaching, the council is looking at what can be done to attract the most prospects, both in terms of city appearance and activities during the ordeal. Initially brought up

by Councilmember Jim Davis, it was opted to attempt to contact a couple possible persons with the intention of them staining the gazebo. Although it is perhaps a bit short notice, the current state of tackiness, along with the possibility of the wood beginning to rot away have brought the issue to the forefront. However, with the event in such close proximity timewise, the council chose to wait until the fall if the probability of the project reaching completion prior to such seems unlikely.

Despite the cancellation of the Boomer Backyard BBQ due to the lack of entries, in terms of other happenings occurring

Lanesboro EDA in need of new members

By Hannah Wingert EDA member Michael Brown asked the Lanesboro City Council for their input at their August 7 meeting on the issue that the EDA is currently facing.

“At the EDA meeting one month ago, we had a discussion about what is taking place to recruit new members of the EDA,” Brown said, adding that there are seven seats available, but only five that are currently filled.

The EDA has been advertising the openings for some time with no takers. Brown asked what the council has been doing to let people know about the open seats. Councilmember Jason Resseman noted that he had recently asked several people in person if they were interested and, with the exception of one “maybe” answer, they were all too busy to take on another responsibility. He suggested that it may be time to lower the number of EDA members.

Mayor Autumn Johnson, who was joining the meeting

via speakerphone, concurred with Resseman. Councilmember Marge Drake asked Brown what he thought about that possibility. He responded that as the Lanesboro EDA does not have a paid director position, all of the work is done on a volunteer basis, meaning that the fewer members it has, the less work will potentially be done.

It was noted that members of the Lanesboro EDA do not need to be residents of Lanesboro to join. Although seats are generally filled for a six-year term, the empty positions were vacated partway through the term, and so the EDA is looking for people who can finish up the terms.

Mayor Johnson suggested advertising for the open EDA seats on the city’s Facebook page and then revisiting the issue at a later date, with which the rest of the council agreed.

The EDA also requested that the city work to update the zoning and land use map within the next six months as the current

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A representative from the Southeast Minnesota Initiative Foundation, or SMIF, was present at the meeting to review what SMIF is and what it can offer to communities. The foundation, which serves 20 counties in Southeastern Minnesota, is focused on creating economic prosperity, promoting community vitality, and supporting early childhood education.

SMIF would like to expand the early childhood education in Lanesboro and is working on ways to do so.

City Engineer Brian Malm from Bolten and Menk updated the council on the Auburn/ Zenith road project. There have been some issues with access and weather, but overall, things have been running smoothly.

“It’s just predictable construction stuff,” he said, adding that the project is on schedule.

Two bids were received on August 2 for the Park Road project. The project was originally estimated at around $286,000, but the bids started at $350,000.

“Obviously, that’s more than what we told you to expect, so you do have a tough decision to make,” Malm said. He didn’t think that the prices would come down any if the council decided to wait and rebid it next year.

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during Canton Day Off, fun is undoubtedly to be had by those of all ages, with Councilmember Cindy Shanks explaining the just of the event. The beer tent, Bloody Mary contest, bean bag tournament, various touring options, coffee and bake sale, and live music are all scheduled for those more mature in age.

Providing the little ones with some entertainment as well are the bounce houses and talent show. Go kart racing, along with a bucket raffle featuring prizes such as an Amish furniture glider, Grizzly cooler, two-night stay at Amish Valley Cabin, two picnic tables with beverages included, bean bag boards, and cash, and bingo offering a $500 payout are sure to attract the attention of those of all ages.

Revisiting the possibility of a city website, having found people willing to upkeep the content, the council decided to further proceed in the undertaking, with plans to contact the state to obtain a domain name.

In its continued state of deterioration, the old school property presents significant danger to youth near the site. Having noted this in previous months and with nothing having been done, councilmembers justified that the only action left to take was to declare the decision to be public record, contact the alleged individual in charge of the prop-

erty, and give him a set amount of time to secure the assets before acquiring a charge upon the city doing so itself.

As for new business, City Clerk Lolly Melander requested that all members let her know immediately of anything they feel the need to budget for as a motion for a tax levy percentage is nearing in September.

Looking ahead towards the 2018 Election and reminiscing through previous election years, the council approved the motion for an absentee ballot. Having lost all preceding election judges and most likely promising a better turnout and savings of around $4,000 per election cycle, the decision was both an enthusiastic and unanimous one.

Reviewing recent procedures of the garbage collection service known as Richard Sanitation, the need for change was openly expressed. With many articulating of the company’s failure to issue itemized billing with accurate and detailed customer lists, unhappiness was openly expressed, further taking into account of the unfairness to residents and the presence of charging for work that neglects to be done. The council determined that, although they would try to work things out with the business, they would ultimately terminate their contract if need be.

The next Canton City Council meeting will be held at Canton City Hall on September 13, at 7 p.m.

has been working with the city on the Park Road project, the council felt that they should wait to make a decision until school officials were able to add their input. As the bids are good for 45 days after being submitted, the matter was tabled until the September meeting.

Three bids were received the same day for the Pleasant/ Sheridan Alley project and also came in over what was originally estimated by the engineer. The council tabled the bids until the next meeting.

Malm presented a change order for the Auburn Zenith project, Noting that $10,000 worth of newly placed asphalt would need to be dug up if the city needed to work on the sewer beneath it, he recommended that a $50,000 addition to the project be added to extend the sewer line past the end of the pavement to make it more accessible. The council unanimously voted to decline the change order.

City Administrator Michele Peterson asked the council to make a motion requesting that all city employees, including

those who are salaried, turn in timesheets for each pay period.

The motion was approved.

“I have had quite a few people ask me what’s going on with the potential wastewater treatment plant project,” Mayor Johnson noted. She asked that the Lanesboro Public Utilities Commission make it a priority to put a plan on paper so that residents can be informed.

The paperwork for the dam renovations from the State of Minnesota was received. It will be signed and turned in so that the money for the repairs can be received.

The council reviewed and approved the new and updated Police Service Contract with the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office.

A community meeting was being held on the first Thursday of each month at 9 a.m., but after several months, it was not gaining interest or momentum and so the council voted to suspend the meetings for the time being.

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Obituaries James (Jim) Wagner James (Jim) William Wagner, a loving husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa passed away peacefully at his home on August 3, 2017, surrounded by his family.

Jim was born to Roland Sr. James (Jim) and MarjoWagner rie (Krause) Wagner on October 16, 1948.

He was preceded in death by both parents, a half-brother, Charles (Chuck) Krause and brother-in-law Brent Tufte.

Jim enjoyed spending time with family and friends and lived life to the fullest. His love of family and the outdoors lead to many years of camping at Wagner Bay on Lake Francis in Elysian, Minn., where he was born and raised. He spent 38 years working for the Department of Natural Resources in Lanesboro at the Area Fisheries as Stream Habitat Improvement Coordinator for years and eventually as area manager.

After retiring from the DNR, he was able to devote his time to Wagner Construction and enjoyed that even up to recent months. He volunteered for the Lanesboro Fire Department and Ambulance Service and served as fire chief for many years. He was a member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro. As a self taught wood worker, he enjoyed making hand-crafted items that were given to family and friends and will be treasured forever.

His love of the great outdoors lead to a love of hunting that he shared with his family and friends, with many stories to be shared over the years. His gardening expertise shared with his wife, Kim, resulted in a many wonderful gifts of fresh and canned goods. Jim was also an avid player of bean bags and horseshoes resulting in lots of fun and laughter, especially at the lake with his family.

Jim is survived by his loving wife Kim, children Kris (Keith) Bradt of Chatfield, Rob (Melissa Konsti), and Jerod (Deneen Krohn), all of Lanesboro. He was an awesome grandpa (some call him Gpa) to eight grand-

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kids: Kyle (Anna), Karter (Jessica Marzolf), Katelin Bradt, Amanda, Katrina (Jeff Thompson), Kelsey (Mitch Schluter), Nick, and Mady Wagner. He loved his great-grandkids Kyla, Lykias, and Marius.

Also survived by his sister Joanie Markytan and brother Rollie (Flo) Wagner, all of Elysian, Minn., and Kim’s family, Loren Tufte, Blaine (Mary) and Grace, Alison and Peighton, all of Lanesboro.

A funeral service was held on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, 11 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro, with Pastor Kerry Eversole officiating.

Committal service followed at Lanesboro Cemetery. A visitation was held at the church Monday, August 7, 2017, 5-8 p.m., and continued one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday.

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for the State of Minnesota for 38 years at RCTC and the university system in Rochester, retiring in 2011. Larry was an active member and trustee of the AFSCME Union for many years.

Lawrence Allen Tucker passed peacefully at his home on August 6, 2017 following a vigilant 4-year battle with cancer. He will be laid to rest at the Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minn.

He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Jolyn “Mimi” (Bill) Seamens and Susan (Dan) Hollermann of Chatfield; four grandchildren: William Sieminski of Madison, Wis., Jacob (Rachael) Sieminski of Milwaukee, Wis., and Dr. Hannah (Trevor) Cyphers of Woodbury, Minn., Isaac Hollermann of Jamestown, N.Dak.; two greatgrand children, Eleanor and Amelia Sieminski of Milwaukee, Wis.; siblings Harold (Patricia) Tucker of Indianapolis, Ind., Marilyn Tucker and Raymond Tucker of Dexter, Minn., and many beloved nieces and nephLawrence Tucker ews.

Lawrence Allen Tucker was He was preceded in death born June 16, 1942, to Glen by his parents and sister, Ruth and Loretta (Lonergan) Tucker Ann Medina of Minneapolis, in Austin, Minn.. He grew up Minn. in Dexter, A Mass of Christian BuriMinn., and al was held at 10:30 a.m. on graduated Wednesday, August 9 at St. from Elkton Mary’s Catholic Church in High School Chatfield, Minn. Visitation was in 1961. held from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, He graduAugust 8, 2017 at Riley Funeral ated from Home in Chatfield, Minn., and the Austin one hour at the church before Lawrence Vo c at ion a l the service on Wednesday.

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He served in active duty in Viet Nam, Guam and Midway Island until 1966, then was active in the Naval Reserves from 1979 to 1981, honorably discharging as an E-5. His service to veterans continued as a lifetime member of the Giese/Kelsey VFW Post 6913, serving as Commander of that post from 2014 to 2017, and as a member of the American Legion Post 197 in Chatfield.

On October 16, 1981 he married Donna Tucker in La Crosse, Wis. They enjoyed 35 years of marriage, residing in Chatfield, Minn.

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Houston School Board approves new policies, handbooks

By Eric Leitzen The Houston School Board met in the library of Houston Public High School on Thursday, August 3, 2017, at 6 p.m. for their regular meeting. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and Board members Bonner, Stillin, Krage, Wilson and Evenson, with Board members Carlson and Norlien entering the meeting later. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved the agenda unanimously and opened the meeting to public comment, of which there was none. The board moved on to approve all consent items, which included three teacher contracts, five hiring memos for coaches and an athletic director, and one coach resignation for boys C Team basketball.

The board moved on to discussion items. Abraham made note to the board that by the time of the next board meeting, September 7, they will not have levy information from the Minnesota Department of Education.

As such, the board will have to schedule an additional finance meeting before the next regular board meeting on September 21.

Board member Bonner raised objection to the suggested date, wanting to give the board more time to look over the information before the next regularly scheduled meeting. The board agreed to schedule the finance meeting for Thursday, September 14.

The board moved on to discuss possible Capstone Topics for Superintendent Certification.

Abraham defined the topics as those that “addresses a district issue, challenge, or opportunity,

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Christ Lutheran Church..........………………..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…..........……….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church...........Sat. - 5 :30pm & Sun. - 9: 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…...................................Sundays - 8:00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923

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Abraham told the board that she needed to have an evaluation as superintendent, and suggested building a Capstone project into her evaluation. Board Chair Stillin asked the rest of the members to look into both the project and evaluation, and Board member Bonner raised questions regarding the process and mechanics of the evaluation. The board agreed to look into the ongoing evaluation process including the Capstone project and the setting of goals for future evaluations. Next the board discussed the MSBA self-evaluation, setting a meeting for 6:30 on September 7.

The board then discussed old business, approving handbooks for MNVA, Houston High School, Summit Learning Center, and Houston Elementary.

The board also approved the district service agreement with Hiawatha Valley Education District for fiscal year 2018. Abraham told the board she worked with Hiawatha Valley to secure more hours for school psychologists for MNVA. Board member Carlson asked questions regarding the application of district money when working with HVED, and Abraham explained that the district’s special education program required the support. Carlson also asked if HVED had any effect on district taxes, and Abraham said that each individual school district within HVED would have to vote to approve any tax increase. The board then approved its MSBA Membership and approved four district policies after a second reading.

The board then moved to new business, giving five policies a first reading. Abraham noted that most of the new policies had to do with new information on graduation requirements.

Board member Bonner requested more information on a policy regarding student promotion and retention to be presented at the next meeting. Following that, Superintendent Abraham suggested a change in venue for the welcome back dinner for district educators. After a short discussion, the agreed on moving it from Board member Evenson’s property to the town’s doughnut shop. Superintendent Abraham then thanked the board for their support as she attended her first superintendent certification meeting. Board member Bonner reported to the board from an article she read detailing changes due to the Every Student Succeeds Act. Abraham mentioned that, under the new ESSA situation, there will not be any labels regarding the top schools, instead focusing on schools that need the most aid.

The board voted to adjourn at 6:53 p.m. The Houston Public School Board will meet next for its regularly scheduled meeting at 6 p.m on Thursday, August 17 in the library of Houston Public High School.

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County accepts airport grant

By Karen Reisner At the August 8 meeting of the county board, airport plans/budget and the 2018 Highway department preliminary budget dominated the discussion.

The grant which was accepted is in the amount of $486,041 from the Federal Aviation Administration for an updated Master Plan and rehab of pavements and apron (crack repair and seal coating). The state and the county will each provide 5% of the total project cost of $540,047, or $27,003 each. A grant agreement for the airport improvements and Master Plan was approved.

The board also approved a Federal Airport Funding Repayment Agreement with Mahnomen County. Highway/ Airport Office Manager Pam Schroeder explained that the bid was about $5,000 over the not to exceed cost. Within the FAA system, expiring entitlement funds can be transferred that otherwise would be lost.

Fillmore County will receive a transfer of $4,927 of 2017 FAA entitlement funds from Mahnomen County for use at the Fillmore County Airport.

Fillmore County will transfer $4,927 of their 2018 FAA entitlement funds to Mahnomen County as a repayment of the transfer.

Schroeder reviewed the airport budget. Currently, the amount to be levied for the airport is $53,185.

County Engineer Ron Gregg said his department’s budget is divided into four sections: administration, maintenance, construction, and shop. Commissioner Duane Bakke questioned the amount of $30,000 for dust control. Gregg said it would be for CSAH 1 during reconstruction. CSAH 1 is the highest traveled county road in Fillmore County; 2,500 cars per day.

CSAH 1 will be paved with concrete in 2018 from Spring Valley to Highway 30 at an estimated cost of $7 million.

In 2019 it will be paved from Spring Valley to Ostrander.

Commissioner Mitch Lentz suggested that CSAH 1 be closed to local traffic only until the construction project is complete.

The county has a 2018 budget of $80,000 for weed control (wild parsnip). The plan is to spray along all county roads. Chairman Randy Dahl said he would like to look into the cost of getting a piece of equipment to be used for the spraying. It is hired out now.

Gregg listed the equipment he would like to obtain in 2018, including a tandem truck, half-ton pick-up, oneton pick-up, hydra seeder, a used sheep foot, and additional attachments for the skid steer.

About $80,000 is budgeted to fix the hoop building in Canton. Gregg questioned whether they should be looking into

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Other building improvement money was budgeted for a new roof on the Preston shop (half in 2017, half in 2018). There is a 1.51%, or $33,487, increase in levy dollars in the Highway Department preliminary budget for 2018.

There was considerable discussion about the street which belongs to the county between the sheriff’s office, county office building, and highway building. Bakke asked if the Wheelage Tax, which will begin to be collected after the first of the year, could be used to pay for the work on that street. Gregg admitted it probably could, saying it was the board’s choice. Gregg expects that this tax, which is expected to generate nearly $300,000

by August 2018, could be used for chip sealing about 11 miles of road (County Roads 9, 14, and 20). These are roads that didn’t get included under the preservation projects to be paid for with Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) dollars. County Roads 15 and 8 also need chip sealing. The budget for LOST dollars is $664,500.

Gregg explained the window that chip sealing is most effective for extending the life of a road is in the first couple of years after being paved. After this initial chip sealing, a road should be chip sealed again at five to seven years after paving.

Lentz said there are a lot of roads that need our help. Chip sealing is not cost effective on older roads; at that point a full depth reclamation is called for.

Bakke said he voted for the Wheelage Tax because we can’t keep up with chip sealing maintenance with LOST dollars only. He noted that Infrastructure Fund money could also be used to pay part of the cost of the street that belongs to the county in front of the office building. Gregg said our staff can survey and design the street. Bakke said then we can figure out the cost and how to pay for it.

Gregg said CSAH 1 will be the last reconstruction project. Funds need to be used to preserve what we have. Bakke agreed, saying some roads will get full depth reclamation, but not total reconstruction.

Other business in brief • The resignation to retire from Tom Mosher, deputy sheriff, was approved with thanks, effective September 28.

• The updated Insurance and Other Benefits Policy was approved.

• An access permit for Stephen and Diane Hafner, Section 27, Bloomfield Township for the expansion of an existing driveway to accommodate larger equipment was approved.

• Approval was given for the use of up to four Fillmore County light tower generators for security lighting on August 12 for the Root River Fest at the Fillmore County Fairgrounds.

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Mabel City Council takes action against property owners

By Annie Lewis Mabel City Council declared three properties in violation under the “nuisance” ordinance for failing to clean up their residences.

The particular Peterson, Newman and Bankes properties were given repeated warnings and a final clean-up deadline of August 8.

Upon inspection by Mayor Jim Westby, the three failed to comply by that deadline.

By being declared nuisance properties, the property owners have 30 days to comply to the ordinance violations or they will be issued citations and legal action will be taken. “We’ve tried to work with these residents,” Westby said. “Some of the issues have been addressed, but there is still a lot more to be done. This is the last chance for them to get things cleaned up before we take legal action. I urge them to get it done.”

In other business, Public Works Director Bob Mierau provided three bids for the culvert drainage project for Melby Drive. The bids include an 18” steel casing that goes under the road and drainage across the road. The bids were: $47,300, $43,000 and $37,983. The low bid was from Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. of Nebraska.

Mierau said that he researched Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. and found that they were an extremely reputable company.

They could do the work in about three days and provide an on-site engineer to ensure the work be done to specifications.

“We’re hoping this culvert would help eliminate the ground water issue for the Melby Drive residents,” Mierau said. “It’s a large area, about 38 acres, and a lot of residents that are affected.

There’s no guarantees, but this would be a big step in the right direction. Some of these residents are pumping as much as 15,00018,000 gallons of water out of their basements a day. It’s our responsibility to try to remedy the situation.”

A motion was made to proceed with the project and contract with Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. to do the work.

Mierau suggested that late September would be a good time to complete the project since it’s usually a drier month. The MnDOT permit that was issued is valid through October.

Upon review of the accounts payable, Councilmember Gary Morken questioned the expenditure of $20,000 to Klaetch Paving

for blacktopping Cherrywood Drive. “It was my understanding from our council meeting last month that we were going to get new bids before doing the work since the 30-day bid had expired. I was surprised that the work was done and already paid for.”

Mayor Westby told the council that he talked with the companies about new bids and no one was going to do the work for less than the original bids. However, in talking with Klaetch Paving, they said they’d give us a break and do it for $20,000 since they were already doing work in Caledonia and had a few days in between jobs. “This seemed to make sense since it was lower than the first low bid we received of approximately $25,000,” Westby said. “So I went ahead with getting it done.”

Mierau asked how much tonnage Klaetch Paving used on the road. The bids that were previously obtained were for 220 tons. Westby wasn’t sure about the tonnage, but said he would find out. Mierau said that looking at the new blacktopped road, there appears to be an issue that he thought may cause some drainage problems.

“What’s done is done,” Mierau said, “But I’m a little concerned about what might happen this spring with water and ice.”

After this discussion, the council approved the allocation of $107,733.83 for bills to be paid this past period.

City employee, Jeff Rein contacted St. Charles to get their input regarding Safe Step Company. St. Charles has worked with this company for three years for their sidewalk repairs.

They been more than pleased with the company and recommends them highly. It was suggested that Mabel first develop a sidewalk policy before moving forward with Safe Step Company to do a free sidewalk assessment for Mabel. That suggestion was agreed upon and the council will work on the policy first.

City Clerk Karen Larson drafted social media and computer usage policies for city employees.

The policies were approved and Larson will disseminate to all staff for their signatures. The EDA reported that drawings for the proposed childcare center will be finalized this week and then open for bids.

The next city council meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 13 at 7 p.m.

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Brave Community Theater “Pirates of Penzance” SV Community Center - $1 off w/button VFW Flag Retirement - Fire Hall. Proper disposal of the US Flag VFW Candlelight Vigil for POW/MIAs at Veterans Memorial DJ - Johnny Ringo’s County Line Drive band, Racks Bar & Grill. No cover charge.

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Saturday, Aug. 19 All Day All Day All Day All Day All Day 7am 7 – 7:40am 8am 8am – 4pm 9 - 11am 9:30am 10am – 12:30pm 10am –1pm 10am - 2pm 10am - 3pm 10am - 4pm 10:30am 11am – 1pm 11am – 3pm 11:45 a.m.

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Two bids were received for the new fire hall roof. The work isn’t scheduled to be done until 2018, but bids were advertised for this year so the 2018 budget can reflect the costs.

It was recommended that the council accept the bid from Prosper Lumber in the amount of $29,859 for 50-year shin-

gles. The bid was accepted and approved.

City Administrator Jerome Illg asked the council to approve the water main looping project quote contingent on approval from the utility committee. The quotes will be received and need to be approved prior to the September meeting. The council agreed to allow the utility committee to review and accept a quote which will then be presented at the next city council meeting.

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cables recently stopped working and can’t be repaired. He was able to get one quote for a new one and asked the council for permission to purchase it.

Councilmember Kyle Morem suggested that at least one more quote be obtained before a decision is made. Johnson agreed to do so.

The Harmony Historical Society has been looking at the possibility of renovating the old grain elevator that stands next to the visitor center. Currently, the elevator is privately owned, but the owner has shown interest in turning it over to the Historical

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12-14 Oz. • Selected

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$

Boneless

Johnsonville Brats or Italian Sausage............

14 Oz. • Original or Italian • Selected

Pork Sirloin Chops

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349 Johnsonville Cooked Smoked $ 99 Sausage or Brats........................................... 2 2/$ Armour Meatballs.................................................. 5 4/$ Oscar Mayer Basic Lunchables............................ 5 $ 89 Farmland Ham Steaks or Diced Ham............ 3 $ 99 Johnsonville Sausage Links or Patties............ 2 $ 29 Best Choice Corn Dogs.................................. 2 $ 99 Best Choice Cooked Shrimp......................... 6 $ 29 Schweigert Braunschweiger.......................... 2 $ 19 Frank’s Kraut..................................................... 2 $ 99 Hormel Bacon................................................. 5 $ 39 IGA Franks......................................................... 1 Hillshire Farms Sliced Ham, Turkey, $ 99 or Chicken.................................................... 2 $ 99 Oscar Mayer Bologna or Cotto Salami......... 1 $ 29 Schweigert Natural Casing Wieners................4 $ 99 Hart Asian Chicken............................................4 . $

19 Oz. • Selected

99

229 Lb.

139 Lb.

$

$

12 Oz. • Old Fashion or Beef • Selected 32 Oz. • Selected

Boneless/Skinless

Boneless

Tyson Chicken Breast Tenders

Whole Pork Tenderloins

299 Lb.

Chicken Thighs

189 Lb.

$

$269 Lb.

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PRODUCE Tomatoes on the Vine

139 Lb.

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Sweet Yellow Onions

89 Lb. ¢

Navel Oranges

1 Lb.

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Whole Watermelon

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Organic Celery

4

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Green Peppers

59¢

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Organic Romaine Hearts

4

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5 Lb.

Russet Potatoes

1

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79

Green Cabbage ¢ 49Lb.

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14.8-18 Oz. • Selected

Kellogg’s Frosted Mini Wheats or Raisin Bran Cereal

General Mills Original or Honey nut Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Golden Grahams, Reese or Cocoa Puffs, & Trix Cereal

5

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6

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Nabisco Ritz Crackers

Nabisco Oreo Cookies or Honey Maid Grahams

Kraft Velveeta Shells or Deluxe Dinners

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2

5

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99

8 Ct. • Selected

18 Oz. • Selected

20-24 Oz. • Selected

Grandma Alice Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns

Open Pit BBQ Sauce

Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing

99¢

3

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8.8-13.7 Oz. • Selected

10.1-15.35 Oz. • Selected

9.4-14 Oz. • Selected

99

99¢

7.25 Oz. • Selected

12-16 Oz. • Selected

15.25-18.4 Oz. • Selected

Kraft Blue Box Macaroni & Cheese

Wishbone Salad Dressing

Betty Crocker Cake or Brownie Mix

99¢

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5

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2-4 Ct. • Selected

15.8 Oz. • Selected

64 Oz. • Selected

Orville Redenbacher Popcorn

Campbells Spaghettios

Old Orchard Juice

5

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3

79¢

5 $ 99 8 Oclock or Donut House K-Cups.......................... 5 4/$

4.9-5.68 • Selected

2/$

Betty Crocker Frosting.............................................

Pringles Chips..........................................................

379

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12-16 Oz. • Selected

12 Ct. • Selected

24 Oz. • Selected $ 69 Log Cabin Syrup..................................................

5

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Pam Cooking Spray................................................

General Merchandise 20 Lb. • Selected

5

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3

99

15.4 Lb. • Selected

Kingsford Charcoal

899

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Purina Kit ‘N Kaboodle Cat Food

Kleenex

Tidy Cat Cat Litter $

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30-160 Ct. • Selected

14 Lb. • Selected

Fresh Step Cat Litter

699

$

9

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15-25 Ct. • Selected

Glad Freezer or Storage Bags

179

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99

116-121 Oz. • Selected

Clorox Bleach

399

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32-35 Ct. • Selected

Clorox Wipes

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4 Pack • Selected

Duracell C Batteries

499

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32-48 Ct. • Selected

Clorox Cleaners & Pine-Sol

349

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70 Ft. • Selected

Glad Press N Seal Wrap

299

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Dairy 4.2-5.3 Oz. • Selected

FROZEN 12 In. • Selected

Chobani Yogurt

12 In. • Selected

Bellatoria Pan or Thin Crust Pizzas

88¢

Tombstone Original Pizzas

888

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4 Pk. • Selected

Jell-O Gelatin or Pudding Cups

3/$

199

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15 Oz. • Selected

Blue Bonnet Spread Bowl

5

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5

59

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7.5-8 Oz. • Selected

Kraft Soft Philly Cream Cheese

289

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Pillsbury Grands Biscuits

TGIF Snacks

Pillsbury Toaster Strudels

1

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41.6 Oz. • Selected

7.6-11 Oz. • Selected

11.7 Oz. • Selected

299

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16 Oz. • Selected

Blue Bonnet Margarine

89¢

7.5 Oz. • 8 Pk. Cans • Selected

BEVERAGES

Pepsi & Mountain 4/$ Dew Products

10

12 Pack • Assorted

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Pepsi & Mountain 2/$ Dew Products

.5 Liter • 6 Pack • Assorted

2 Liter • Assorted

10

12 Oz. • 8 Pack • Assorted

2 Liter • Selected

7-Up Bottling Company

Pepsi & Mountain 2/$ Dew Products

8

Snacks 10-13 Oz. • Selected

10 Oz. • Selected

Old Dutch Restaurante Style Tortilla Chips

Old Dutch Twin Pack Box Chips

5

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By Kathy Little CONFESSION! I am an addict. I got hooked early on.

My grandmother was my first supplier. While eating homemade donuts with a side of chocolate kisses and a glass of milk, grandma showed me a McCall’s magazine. I was not interested.

Then she turned to the page with Betsy McCall, the paper doll with great clothes. We cut out the doll and clothes and I was hooked!

My mother only read True Romance magazine, which I thought was icky because I thought boys were icky. I never sat by them in school. I never planned to date one, so marriage was certainly out of the question.

I guess mom had forgotten that boys and men all had cooties!

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Later when I married and set up housekeeping I relied on magazines like Good Housekeeping, Ladies Home Journal, Woman’s Day and Family Circle for decorating, cooking and beauty tips. Eventually I subscribed to Better Homes and Gardens in order to learn how to grow house plants and grow vegetables. They were like textbooks with pretty pictures.

When I started collecting antiques, I relied on Country Living and County Home magazines on how to decorate with antiques.

Then came Martha Stewart Living magazine. I was already

Tomato Mozzarella Salad

3 large tomatoes, sliced (preferably just picked from your garden) 8 oz. mozzarella, sliced thin 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1/4 cup minced fresh basil

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Peter!

watching Martha on tv, and I proudly announced that I was a Martha Stewart wannabe.

Women either really loved her or hated her. The haters said that she had a whole staff to create all her ideas, and a housekeeper to boot. The lovers copied her devoutly. Alas, we disciples could never reach the height of homekeeping, cooking, canning, decorating and gardening that Martha set the bar for, but we kept trying.

The older I got, I realized that beauty tips and makeovers espoused by the magazines I read were all for much younger women. That made me unhappy and insecure. I started reading more magazines like Art and Antiques and Archeology Today and Victoria (do not confuse this with Victoria’s Secret, the underwear store). This is a magazine about how Victorian women lived and decorated. It had many articles about Jane Austen and the Brontes with a few tea time recipes and lots of antique furniture, clothing and china, AND NO BEAUTY TIPS! Then the articles in some of my favorite magazines started to confuse me. The first half of the magazine was filled with recipes for rich food and decadent des-

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A big thank you to all our friends and family for helping make our 40th Anniversary party special. It was truly an amazing day!

merchandise for sale! I also realized that many magazines were lowering their prices for subscriptions and offering free gifts like tote bags to sweeten the deal.

Pinterest and computer cooking sites and blogs were taking away their customers.

I still enjoy some magazines, but Pinterest is my new addiction! This recipe did come from a magazine.

Wedding Shower

Kendra Sand for

bride-to-be of

Levi Spalla

August 26, 2017 10am-12pm Mabel Historical Barn

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Your continued support is greatly appreciated.

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Happy 90th George Michel!

Join us to celebrate the marriage of

Ben and Jaci Woellert

and the birth of their son,

Jude Loyal Old Miller Mill Rushford, MN August 19 Noon-4pm

They will be in MN to visit family and friends before returning to Saratoga Springs, NY, where they reside while Ben is stationed there in the Navy.

Harriet Harstad

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Come celebrate at an

will be Thank you To our family & friends who made this summer and our 55th Anniversary very special. Your prayers, cards and personal touches have given us many wonderful memories.

No gifts, please

serts, and the second half was filled with dieting advise and exercise routines. It seemed like the articles were tempting me with fattening food, and then shaming me if I ate them and gained weight. Obviously something was wrong with my metabolism.

Then I noticed that many magazines were starting to be more like catalogs with pages of

your generous donations help to support Many local non-profit organizations.

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On a large serving platter, alternate tomatoes and mozzarella slices. In a jar with lid, combine the oil, salt and pepper; shake well. Drizzle over tomatoes and mozzarella. Sprinkle with basil. Serves 6-8 .

Happy BirtHday

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Arnie & Char Keene

90!

Please come and join her celebration on Aug. 20th from 2-5pm at B&B Olympic Bowl in Preston MN

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The members of the Harmony Historical Society have been in contact with the Historical Society from Preston to get more details on their recent elevator renovations. They would like to model it after the one in Preston that sits at the Trail Head.

“It will be a big community project,” Beastrom noted, adding that while the Historical Society will be spearheading it, they will need participation from the community as well. He estimated that the project would cost several hundred thousand dollars to complete and would like to start applying for grants right away, starting with a $10,000 grant from SMIF. “I think it could be a really attractive entry point into the city,” he said. He and other members of the society have inspected the elevator and found it to be a sound structure.

President of the Harmony Historical Society, Cliff Johannessen noted that the first thing that would need to be done is a feasibility study, the costs of which could possibly be covered with a SMIF grant.

The council was agreeable to

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the idea of renovating the elevator.

No action was taken at this time, but the Historical Society will continue to look into the matter.

The council approved the additions of Andrew Kingsley and Alex Skaalen to the Harmony Fire Department.

The city solar ordinance was reviewed and approved by the council.

The personnel committee interviewed four candidates for the building and maintenance position and recommended that the council approve Corey Whalen for the job, which they did.

The EDA board increased the hours for the director of the Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce from 25 to 30 a week.

They also set the preliminary 2018 budget.

EDA and city council member, Lynn Mensink noted that the Taste of the Trail will be held on September 16 and Fall Foliage on October 6-8.

The library board recently spoke with a representative from Non Profit Community Exchange about placing a receptacle for collecting cast-off clothing and shoes for recycling and reselling. The receptacle would be emptied twice a week and the library would receive $0.10 for each pound donated. The board will update the city council when they know more about the proposed location for the receptacle.

The next city council meeting will be held on September 12 at 7 p.m.

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Fillmore County Police Reports Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office George Henry Brunscheen, 70, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 7/12/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Tiffany Ann Crisp, 29, St. Paul, Minn.; 5/16/2017, Exceed Limit 30 mph – Urban District (40/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Trisha Kay Dahlke, 26, Spring Valley, Minn.; 7/19/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Daniel John Dauner, 62, Evanston, Ill.; 7/7/2017, Speeding (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Haley Ann Goetzinger, 18, Chatfield, Minn.; 6/10/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $35, Total Fees $125.

Alex George Hanna, 26, Iowa City, Iowa; 7/17/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Robin Jeannette Hebig, 39, Spring Valley, Minn.; 4/16/2017, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $120.

Dyrus Cortrell Howard, 43, St. Paul, Minn.; 5/12/2017, Speeding (89/55), Fine $150, Total Fees $390.

Wendy Mette Kjome, 45, Decorah, Iowa; 7/3/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

John Curtis May, 44, Mabel, Minn.; 5/4/2017, Speeding

(74/55), Fine $140, Total Fees $260. 5/4/2017, Fail to Change Name/Address on Driver’s License, Fine $20.

Shane Robert Merchlewitz, 29, Preston, Minn.; 7/20/2017, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Jackson Edward Nelson, 25, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/29/2017, Operate Unregistered Vehicle/ Without Plates Displayed on Public Street/Highway, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. 6/29/2017, Driving Without (Motorcycle) Endorsement, Fine $50.

Julie Renee O’Hara, 37, Hudson, Wis.; 7/7/2017, Speeding (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Sarah Elizabeth Orth, 19, Rochester, Minn.; 7/1/2017, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Claire Ellen Peterson, 20, Lanesboro, Minn.; 5/4/2017, Speeding (79/55), Fine $140, Total Fees $260. 5/4/2017, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200.

Aaron Hale Shaber-Twedt, 20, Decorah, Iowa; 7/22/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Patrick Jerome Stehley, 31, Rochester, Minn.; 6/16/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Chad Leigh Tudahl, 42, Elkader, Iowa; 7/23/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Salvador Vanegas Perez, 38, Mission, Tex.; 7/1/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

MN Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division Matthew James Kenitz, 33, La Crescent, Minn.; 7/3/2017, Fail to Display Valid Registration on Motorized Watercraft, Fine $25, Total Fees $115.

Hans Peter Klingenschmitt, 21, Rosemount, Minn.; 7/3/2017, Fail to Display Valid ATV Registration/Decal as Required, Fine $25, Total Fees $115.

Peter Craig Spittell, 60, Rochester, Minn.; 6/3/2017, Fishing Without a (Trout/Salmon) Stamp, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Khue Yang, 52, St. Paul, Minn.; 6/25/2017, Take or Possess Fish Over Limit, Fine $75, Total Fees $225.

Kou Yang, 49, Lake Elmo, Minn.; 6/25/2017, Take or Possess Fish Over Limit, Fine $75, Total Fees $225.

MN State Patrol – Rochester Elizabeth A. Pederson, 41, La Crosse, Wis.; 6/30/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Mary Fulweiler Swank, 59, St. Cloud, Minn.; 7/15/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Joseph Thomas Walters, 60, Washburn, Wis.; 6/23/2017, Speed Exceed in Special Zone Set

by Commissioner (50/40), Fine See POLICE REPORTS Page 19 

Thursday, augusT 24, 2017 • 9:30am sale site: gehling auction company 27741 state highway 16, preston, mn Live Online Bidding Available On GehlingLive.com

TrAcTOrs - JD 8430 MFWD-2009-3904 hrs.-P.S.-ILS-new 480/85R50 w/ duals-new 420/85R34 w/ duals, Agco DT 160 MFWD-3248 hrs.-P.S.-very good Michelin 18.4R42 w/ duals-local 2nd owner tractor, AC D17-runs good - Collector Tractors - Local tractors – For more information call 507-421-0172 -JD 730 diesel-1959- electric start-factory wide front-factory 3 pt.-fenders- good 15.5 X 38-ser.# 7312070- Very good restoration , JD 520-1957-narrow front-electronic ignition-13.6 X 36-ser.# 7893- nice tractor, IH 806 diesel-1967-fast hitch-flat top fenders-18.4 X 34-ser.# 9313, IH M-1953-rear wheel weights-good 13.6 X 38-ser.# 125062- all original tractor nice, IH H -1948-new radiator-very good 12.4 X 38-ser.# 296721-all original tractor.

HeAds And HeAd MOvers - IH 1083 corn head w/ new knives on the rolls, 2) IH 1063 corn heads-reconditioned, JD 925 flex w/ fore and aft, Industrias America 430 head mover-New, Industrias America 425 head mover- New - HAy And FOrAGe equipMenT - Claas 900 Forage harvestor-3556 eng. Hrs.-2818 cutter hrs.-2 wheel-2005-800/65R32, Claas kernel processor for 900, Claas 12 ½ hay head, Claas RU 600 20’ converging corn head, Gehl 1085 chopper, Gehl 2 row corn head, JD 3970 chopper w/ green spout-hydraulic swing long tonge, JD 7 ½’ green hay head, JD 2 row 30” corn head, Miller 310 30’ merger, 2) Gehl 970 chopper boxes on Minnesota 12 ton gears,3) Gehl chopper boxes n gears, Meyers 500 TSS 16’ chopper box on tandem axle gear w/ 12.5L X 15, N H 28 blower, IH 56 blower, N H 851 baler, N H 276 Hayliner square baler-works good , JD 820 MoCo, Sovema WR-V14H 14 wheel rake, Roto King RK 500 bale processor w/ Universal skid loader mount, Farmhand 5 bale chain mover - TiLLAGe equipMenT - Brillion 5 shank Land Commander disk ripper, JD 11 shank disk chisel, Krause 90 21’ disk, Kewanee 620 18’ flat fold disk - MisceLLAneOus equipMenT - Miller Pro N2 self propelled sprayer-2006=1400 hrs. - 90’ booms-800 gallon poly tank-foamer-NTS Raven 460-MM controller-Norac UC4 boom controller-320/90R50, Kinze 8 row 30” planter on Rawson zone till cart w/ liquid fertilizer-row cleaners-very nice, Brent GT 600 gravity box on gear w/ 425/65R22.5 rubber, Parker 550 gravity box on gear w/ 425/65R22.5, Woods 8776 14’ batwing mower, H & S 310 spreader, Shaver post driver, Neco model 51 grain screener - veHicLes - 1974 International 1600 Loadstar-V 8- 5&2 w/16’ Feuerhelm combination box and twin post hoist-8:25 X 20 tires-1 owner, 1968 International 1600 Loadstar-V 8 engine-4&2 transmissions 64,000 miles showing w/16’ wood box & hoist-Runs and drives good, 2000 Toyota Tundra SR5-4X4-extendacab pickup-256,000 miles showing, 2001 Ford Ranger 4X4, 1993 GMC 1500 2 wheel pickup, Diamond Lord Warrior 38’ tri axle gooseneck flatbed trailer w/ beaver tail and ramps – Miscellaneous - 50) Black Hill Spruce Trees, 20) Norway Spruce Trees, Butler 30” 10 hp. Single phase actual flow fan off grain bin, 175) T post, Delta 777 10” radial arm saw, Rockwell/Delta 4” jointer, Rockwell model 46-11 lathe, Powermatic model 28 shaper, Craftsman model 113 shaper, Lawn sweeper, Lawn rake, S & I feeder

Local Farm Line

For more information call Gehling Auction Co. 1-800-770-0347 TrAcTOrs - IH 1466-1971-hrs. unknown showing 990 hrs.-very good 18.4 X 38-like new duals to sell separate-TA is out, IH 1066-1975- showing 5426 hrs.-turbo-18.4 X 38, IH 806 diesel-turbo-1966-3456 hrs showingFirestone 18.4 X 34 ( owned since 1970) – TiLLAGe, Landoll 3110 CP 1016 land roller (rolled approx. 240 acres), Glencoe Terra Tamer 16’ soil finisher w/ 5 bar harrow, JD 1600 14’ chisel plow w/ hyd. cylinder, M M 14’ disk w/ 20” blades- tandem wheels and hyd. cylinder, JD 400 15’ rotary hoe – equipMenT - IH 400 8 row 30” planter w/ dry fertilizer- fertilizer openers-corn and bean drums-new bearings in drive system, JD 165 3 pt. backhoe w/ 18” bucket, Minnesota Jumbo 10 running gear w/ very good wood floor and sides and adjustable hitch, Worksaver 3 pt. grass seeder, King Kutter 4’ 3 pt. disk, 3 pt. 7’ blade, 3 pt. spray boom, 8’ digger, Utility traier 94” x 6’ single axle-w/ wood floor and side - sHOp equipMenT – TOOLs And MisceLLAneOus –To be sold by ring 2 at 10:00 AM - Lincoln 225 amp arc welder, Torch set Kohler 3500 amp Generator, 8’ welding bench, Small sand blaster, Large floor jack, Portable air compressor, Plus a large assortment of hand tools, jacks, chain hoist, Wood working tools and equipment, ect., - MisceLLAneOus - 200 board feet of kiln dried and planed Red Cedar lumber, Complete harness for entering grain bins, 3) JD rear wheel weights, Spare tires, chains, assortment of livestock equipment.

Les and Peg Wildin - Excellent Farm Line Selling At 12:00 Noon For More Information Call Les 515-341-1297 or Gehling Auction Co. 1-800-770-0347 TrAcTOr - JD 8330 MFWD-2009-1262 hrs.-Power Shift-Michelin 480/80R46 w/ duals, - cOMBine And HeAds – JD 9410-1998-1208 sep.-1647 eng.-dial a matic-dial a speed-fore & aft –chopper-Maurer bin extension-24.5 X 32-Green Star Brown Box, JD 620F Hydra flex platform, JD 643 oil drive corn head, - pLAnTer And TiLLAGe equipMenT - JD 1760-12 row 30” hydraulic wing fold w/ computer trak 350 monitor-3 bushel boxes-row cleaners, JD 637 29’3” rock flex disk-Like new, M & W 1821 25’ 3 pt. rotary hoe, - GrAin HAndLinG equipMenT - 2) Demco 650 posi flow II gravity boxes w/ lights-brakes-445/65R22.5 tires, Brent 644 gravity box w/ lights-brakes-455/55R22.5, Brent 600 gravity box w/lights-brakes-16.5 X 22.5, Westfield 10” X 71’ auger w/ hyd. lift-swing hopper- pto drive - Very good, Snowco 8” X 65’ auger w/pto drive.

Troy Soiney Farm Line For More Information Call Troy 507-259-4166 or Gehling Auction 1-800-770-0347 TrAcTOrs - JD- 6605 MFWD-open station w/ROPS-1998-showing 3140 hrs.-18.4 X 38 w/ JD 740 loader bucket and bale spear and bale fork-(Local 2nd owner), 7800 2 wheel- Quad-showing 6635 hrs.-46” w/ duals (Local 3rd owner), 4455 MFWD power shift-1990-showing 11,671 hrs.- very good 480/80 R 42 w/ 10 bolt duals- 4040 open station-syncro-1981-showing 3790 actual hrs.- like new 18.4 X 38- (2nd owner), IH 1086-1979-showing 4726 hrs.- w/500 hrs. on overhaul-good 18.4 X 38 w/ 9 bolt duals - Compact Tractor - JD 2320 HST-2007-491 hrs.ROPS- w/JD 620 62” drive over deck - cOMBine And HeAds - JD-9500-1994-2197 sep. / 3117 eng. - Dial a Matic-Dial a Speed-Fore and Aft-chopper-long auger-bin extension - 18.4R38 w/duals - (2nd owner) All gone through 2 years ago at Preston Equipment approx. 600 acres ago, 643 poly corn head - 1988, 920 flex-w/full finger auger - F & A-1998, - Hay Equipment – JD 568 mega wide plus baler-w/ net wrap-12,500 bales-21.5L X 16.1-2008, N H - 1409-9’2” discbine-good rolls, NH - HT152 10 wheel rake - TiLLAGe equipMenT - Landoll 875-13 - 13’8” Till All, JD 714 11 shank disc chisel, JD 235 18’ disk w/notched blades in front - MisceLLAneOus equipMenT - JD 7200 6 row 30”vacuum planter w/Dry fertilizer-cross auger fill-trash coulters-down pressure springs-ins. Boxes, Unverferth GC475 grain cart-18.4 X 26, H & S 370 tandem axle spreader w/ poly floor and sides-nice, Roto Mix – 354-12B-TMR-w/ scale new pressure wAsHers 3) New Magnun Gold 4000 Hot Water Pressure Washers w/ on and off burner switch and 4000 psi.

For more information or a complete listing and photos go to new skid LOAder ATTAcHMenTs - Stout 66-9 brush grapple, Stout 72-8 brush grapple, Stout HD 72-3 open end rock bucket/brush gehlingauction.com or call Gehling Auction Co. 1-800-770-0347. grapple, Stout 72” material bucket, stout tree and post puller, Stout walk through 48” pallet fork Terms Cash or Good Check day of sale -Auctioneers Gehling Auction Co.

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$40, Total Fees $130.

Preston Police Department Heather Marie Barth, 39, Harmony, Minn.; 6/26/2017, Expired Registration – Less Than Six Months, Fine $30, Total Fees $120.

Lou Ann Kotz, 62, St. Paul, Minn.; 7/7/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Jordan Jay Quandahl, 20, Preston, Minn.; 6/3/2017, Fourth Degree DWI, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 7/25/2018), Total Fees $415. Local Confinement – 90 days (stay 90 days for one year).

Supervised probation for one year – Conditions (7/25/2017): Remain law-abiding, No same

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or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance have valid license to drive, Sign Probation Agreement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Complete Chemical Assessment within 30 days from July 25 and follow all recommendations, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Complete booking, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, No mood-altering chemicals unless prescribed by physician, Sign all releases of information.

Cody Allen Smith, 25, Harmony, Minn.; 6/29/2017, Speeding (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

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TRACTORS – COMBINE & HEADS – HAYBINE – EXCAVATOR 2012 New Holland T7.200 MFWD tractor 1-owner, 989 hrs., 3-pt, 540/1000 PTO, (10) front weights, rear wheel weights, deluxe cab, Powershift trans., 155 HP., F.R. 380/85R30, R.R. 480/80R42 SN: ZCBN18789 – 2013 Kubota L5740 1-owner tractor w/cab, MFWD, 822 hrs., w/ LA854 loader, 3-pt w/ rock box, hydrostatic, rear wheel weights, SN: 72089 – 1985 Steiger COUGAR KR-1225 tractor, 4-pair aux. hookups, 1000 PTO, 6,766 hrs., SN: C06-05411, Goodyear 18.4R38 duals – Farmall 706 diesel W.F. 3-pt, 540 PTO, SN: 25516 S-Y shows 6,009 hrs. – Farmall 656 gas W.F. w/ IH 2000 loader, 1-OWNER 3-pt, 540 PTO, 2 buckets, SN: 23080 – John TRACTORS Deere A tractor w/ NF Roll-o-matic, restored – Case IH Axial Flow 1688 combine 3372 hrs., SN: JJC0119670 – Case IH Bean Platform 1020 25’ SN: JJC0089028 – Case IH 1083 8 -row corn head SN: JJC0072059 – New Holland 2450 self-propelled haybine 15’ sickle head, SN: 567570 – New Holland 469 Haybine – New Idea 272 Cut/Ditioner – Scat Trak 545 Excavator, rubber tracks, blade, 18” bucket w/ teeth, SN: 8918410.

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Answer: State law requires Troy H. all vehicles Christianson to stop for school buses when the bus driver activates the flashing lights and has the crossing arm fully extended. As of Aug. 1, drivers who violate that law will face a larger fine when citations increase from $300 to $500. This violation will remain a misdemeanor.

The Department of Public Safety reported that 3,659 bus drivers across the state reported 703 stop-arm violations in just one day during the annual School Bus Stop Arm Survey held earlier this year. In the past six years, law enforcement across the state wrote nearly 9,000 stoparm citations.

Law enforcement takes school bus stop arm and school patrol crossing guard flag violations very seriously. Law Enforcement has up to four hours after an incident to investigate a violation and issue a citation, even if it was not committed in our presence.

School bus safety tips for motorists • In Minnesota, motorists must stop at least 20 feet from a school bus that is displaying red flashing lights or a stop arm when approaching from the rear and from the opposite direction on undivided roads.

• Red flashing lights on buses indicate students are either entering or exiting the bus.

• Altering a route or schedule to avoid a bus is one way motorists can help improve safety. In doing so, motorists will not find themselves behind a bus and as a result, potentially putting children at risk.

• Motorists should slow down, pay attention and anticipate school children and buses, especially in neighborhoods and school zones.

• Watch and stop for pedestrians — the law applies to all street corners, for both marked and unmarked crosswalks (all street

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corners) — every corner is a crosswalk.

Parents should discuss and demonstrate pedestrian safety with their children and reinforce safe crossing after exiting a bus: • When getting off a bus, look to be sure no cars are passing on the shoulder (side of the road).

• Wait for the bus driver to signal that it is safe to cross.

• When crossing the street to get on the bus or to go home, make eye contact with motorists before proceeding.

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You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and of course, drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths.

If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@ state.mn.u.

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Selling 2 ringS all day • 14-16 hayrackS of SmallS

Partial listing: IH-C W.F. totally restored. DR field & brush mower w/brush cutter and snowblower, 10 hrs; IH 7’ sickle mower, 3 utility trailers, various sizes w/sides; Gift cart on wheels made by Amish, 2 large boxes w/JD gears, 2 flatbeds w/sides on JD gears, 953 running gear, 1 hayrack of buggy tongues, eveners, neck yokes and horse wagon tongues, excellent condition.

For more information, contact auction company or go to www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com sale arranged and conducted By sPring Valley sales comPany

auctioneers: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Tom Jasper 50-113, 507-251-7654; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 ringman: Bob Root, Roger Becker clerk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163. announcements day oF take Precedence oVer any adVertised or Pre-Printed material all oF the aBoVe merchandise is selling as is, where is, with no warranty. terms: cash or good check day oF sale. nothing to Be remoVed until settled For. not resPonsiBle For accidents or merchandise aFter sold. Please Bring ProPer identiFication.

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NOTE: This will be an exceptionally Large Auction, Complete Dispersal of Quad County Excavation LLP & Excess Equipment of Mathy Construction & Many Others, Trucks, Trailers, Ag, Tools, Lots Misc. Most small items sell inside shed. Online bidding will be available day of auction starting at 9:00 am. You can pre-register at www.ZenkeAuctionRealty.com, and click on BidSpotter. More items coming in daily.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., AUGUST 15

•Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 8-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW, Preston.* •Semcac bus to Rochester, bus picks up for shopping 9:35am, United Methodist Church, Preston; 10am Fountain State Bank. Call (800) 9443874 to ride. •Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 10-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.*

•Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 11:30-12:30, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-272-3731.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library* •AA Closed meeting, 7pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, Pio­neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

WEDS., AUGUST 16

•Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*

THURS., AUGUST 17

•Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 8-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* •Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am, Clara House, Harmony.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 10-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* •Rushford Senior Dining, 10:30am12pm, 113 E Jessie St., Rushford. •Senior Exercise Class, 10:30-11am, Mabel Senior Dining/Fire Hall. Info, (507) 288-6944.*

•Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance, 11:30am-12:30pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Preston. 507-2723731.* •Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, Mabel Telephone Company, lower level, 214 N Main St., Mabel.*

FRI., AUGUST 18

•Solo Friends Over 50 Group, 6pm, Spring Valley area. For info & location, call (507) 226-4595. •Chatfield NA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

SAT., AUGUST 19

•Canton Day Off, Bake Sale at Depot 9am, Depot Tours 10&11am, 2:30pm; Talent Show at Mitson House 1pm, Mitson House Tours 1-4pm. More! •Spring Valley Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.* •Bluff Country ATV Club meeting, 10am, Rushford American Legion.

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•Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507) 765-2518.*

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State of minnesota county of fillmore district court Third judicial district probate division Court File No.: 23-PR-17-470 In Re: Estate of Charles R. Wead, Decedent NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DTERMINATION OF DESCENT Julie Barnes (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Petitionerâ&#x20AC;?) has filed a Petition for Determination of Descent (Testate). It is Ordered that on Aug. 29, 2017, at 9:45 A.M., a hearing will be held in this Court at 101 Fillmore St W, Preston, Minnesota,on the petition.

The petition represents that the Decedent died testate more than three (3) years ago leaving property in Minnesota.

The petition requests the Court probate the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last Will dated August 30, 2000, determine the descent of such property, and assign the property to the persons entitled.

Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are field or raised, the petition will be granted.

Notice shal be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order to each interested person by United States mail at least 14 days before the time set for the hearing.

Publishing this Notice and Order in accordance with Minn. Stat. §524.1401(3).

Delivering this Notice and Order by electronic means other than facsimile as permitted under Minn. Stat. §524.1401(3).

Dated: July 26, 2017 Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court James Attwood by /s/Sara Peterson Court Administrator Nethercut Schieber PA Greg Schieber (#395855) 32 Main Ave N PO Box 657 Harmony, MN 55939 Telephone: (507) 886-6131 Facsimile: (507) 886-2711 email: greg@ranlaw.net ATTORNEY FOR THE PETITIONER Publish 7,14

ments, including attorneysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on March 14, 2018 unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None â&#x20AC;&#x153;THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.â&#x20AC;?

Dated: July 7, 2017 Minnesota Housing Finance Agency Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 135-17-004273 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 24,31,7,14,21, 28

mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.â&#x20AC;? If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on March 21st, 2018.

THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. DATE: July 17, 2017 Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Attorney Daniel E. Dunn Main Street Law Offices, LLC 504 Main Street, Suite 200 P.O. Box 1627 La Crosse, WI 54602-1627 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: MARINE CREDIT UNION 333 E. Prairie View Road Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 MAIN STREET LAW OFFICES is attempting to collect a debt on our clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt.

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15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal representatives or assigns is 12 months after the date of sale.

16. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.â&#x20AC;? This statute does not apply.

THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Shawn Vogt Sween Law Office of Shawn Vogt Swee, LLC 104 Maint St South, P.O. Box 35 Grand Meadow, MN 55936 507-754-4555 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: First Farmers and Merchants State Bank of Grand Meadow 111 20th St NE Stewartville, MN 55976 DATED: July 10, 2017 Publish 31,7,14,21,28,4

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: June 26, 2008 2. Mortgagors: Steven Hanson and Erin Notice of mortgage Hanson, husband and wife foreclosure sale 3. Mortgagees: Marine Credit Union THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE Decorah DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL 4. Recording Information: CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED Recorded on July 3rd, 2008 as

BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS Document Number 365825, in the Office of ACTION. the Fillmore County Recorder, Minnesota.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: N/A default has occurred in conditions of the INFORMATION REGARDING following described mortgage: MORTGAGED PREMISES DATE OF MORTGAGE: July 15, 2004 6. Tax parcel identification number of the MORTGAGOR: Stephanie S. Bushee, a mortgaged premises: 06.0362.000 single person.

7. Legal description of the mortgaged MORTGAGEE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A..

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: premises: PARCEL A: Commencing at the Recorded July 19, 2004 Fillmore County Southeast Corner Lot 2, Block 1, Walker Recorder, Document No. 340757. and Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Addition to the City of ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Rushford; Thence West along the South Assigned to: Minnesota Housing Finance side of Lot 2, 35 feet to the point of beginAgency. Dated July 15, 2004 Recorded ning of the premises to be described July 19, 2004, as Document No. 340758. herein; thence North parallel with the East TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE side of Lot 2, 56.5 feet; thence West par TRANSACTION AGENTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MORTGAGE allel with the North line of Lot 2, 35 feet; IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON thence South 56.5 feet to the South side MORTGAGE: NONE of Lot 2; thence East along the South side LENDER OR BROKER AND of Lot 2, 35 feet to the point of beginning.

MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON PARCEL B: The West 80 feet of Lot 2, MORTGAGE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. and the West 80 feet of the South 6.5 feet RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: of Lot 3, Block 1, Walker and Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s U.S. Bank National Association Addition to the City of Rushford, Fillmore MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: County, Minnesota.

600 Section Avenue North, Spring Valley, 8. The physical street address, city, and MN 55975 zip code of the mortgaged premises: 514 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 36.0054.010 High Street North, Rushford, MN 55971 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA Commencing 105 feet North of the 9. The person holding the Mortgage is not Southeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Stat. 58.02, subd. 30.

Quarter of Section 28, Township 103 The name(s) of the residential mortNorth, Range 13 West, thence North 60 gage servicer and the lender or broker, as feet, thence West 16 rods, thence South defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are Marine 60 feet, thence East 16 rods to place of Credit Union. beginning, Fillmore County, Minnesota.

INFORMATION REGARDING COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS FORECLOSURE LOCATED: Fillmore 10.The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF have been satisfied.

MORTGAGE: $95,645.00 11. The original principal amount secured AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO by the Mortgage was $65,800.00 BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, 12. At the date of this notice the amount INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if MORTGAGEE: $76,625.19 any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage,

That prior to the commencement is: $98,520.58 of this mortgage foreclosure proceed13. Pursuant to the power of sale in the ing Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee Mortgage, the Mortgage will be forecomplied with all notice requirements as closed, and the mortgaged premises will required by statute; That no action or be sold by the Sheriff of Fillmore County, proceeding has been instituted at law or Minnesota, at public auction on September otherwise to recover the debt secured by 21st, 2017, 10: 00 a.m., at Fillmore County said mortgage, or any part thereof; Courthouse in the main lobby at 101 PURSUANT to the power of sale Fillmore Street, Preston, MN 55965. contained in said mortgage, the above 13. The time allowed by law for redempdescribed property will be sold by the tion by Mortgagor or Mortgagorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal Sheriff of said county as follows: representatives or assigns is 6 months DATE AND TIME OF SALE: September after the date of sale.

14, 2017 at 10:00 AM 14. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County real estate is an owner-occupied, sinCourthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN gle-family dwelling, the notice must also to pay the debt then secured by said specify the date on or before which the Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said mortgagor must vacate the property if the premises, and the costs and disburse-

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: February 2, 2010 2. Mortgagors: Conrad D. Clement, an unmarried individual resident of Iowa 3. Mortgagees: First Farmers & Merchants State Bank of Grand Meadow 4. Recording Information: Recorded on February 8, 2010, as Document Number 377196, in the Office of the County Recorder of Fillmore County, Minnesota, as modified by numerous mortgage modifications thereafter.

5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: None 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 32.0066.000; 32.0068.000 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Parcel 1 (32.0066.000): The South Half of the Northeast Quarter of Section 10, Township 101, Range 13, Fillmore County, Minnesota Parcel 2 (32.0068.000): The Northwest Quarter of Section 10, Township 101, Range 13, EXCEPT that part of the Southwest Quarter Northwest Quarter of Section 10, Township 101, Range 13, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Southwest Quarter Northwest Quarter; thence South 89°35â&#x20AC;&#x2122;14â&#x20AC;? East (assumed bearing) along the South line of said Southwest Quarter Northwest Quarter, 148.82 feet to the Easterly Right of Way line of Trunk Highway Number 63; thence North 00°01â&#x20AC;&#x2122;19â&#x20AC;? West along said Right of Way line, 729.17 feet; thence North 05°41â&#x20AC;&#x2122;20â&#x20AC;? East along said Right of Way line, 14.39 feet to the point of beginning, of the tract of land to be herein described; thence continuing North 05°41â&#x20AC;?20â&#x20AC;? East along said Right of Way line, 186.61 feet; thence North 00°01â&#x20AC;&#x2122;19â&#x20AC;? West along said Right of Way line, 311.79 feet; thence North 88°52â&#x20AC;&#x2122;59â&#x20AC;?

East, 518.30 feet; thence South 00°54â&#x20AC;?44â&#x20AC;?

East, 497.03 feet; thence South 88°52â&#x20AC;?59â&#x20AC;?

West, 544.60 feet to the point of beginning and containing 6.00 acres, more or less.

Subject to easements of record.

8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: XXXXX Highway 63 South, Spring Valley, Minnesota 55975 OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 9. The person holding the Mortgage is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn.

Stat. 58.02, subd. 30.

The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are First Farmers & Merchants State Bank of Grand Meadow.

10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is NA. INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied.

12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $ 687,000.00.

13. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $1,118,599.30.

14. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Fillmore County, Minnesota, at public auction on September 15, 2017, at 10:00 am, at the Fillmore

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-17-485 In Re: Estate of Roland W. Kohlmeyer, Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated March 23, 2012. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Lee Himle, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 and Heidi Kohlmeyer, 5937 Xerxes Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55410, to serve as co-personal representatives of the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate.

Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection.

Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No.: 23-PR-17-479 In Re: Estate of Orel Wayne Sinclair, also known as Orel Sinclair, Orel W. Sinclair, Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated June 6. 2017. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Kathie A. Vongroven, whose address is 1400 Redfield St. #6, La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601, to serve as the personal representative of the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate.

Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personaI representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection.

Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: July 31, 2017 /s/James D. Attwood Registrar Greg Schieber (MN# 395855) Nethercut Schieber PA 32 Main Avenue North Harmony, MN 55939 ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Publish 17,24

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT SUMMONS Quiet Title Court File Number: 23-CV-17-492 Lynn Mattson, a single person. Plaintiff, -vs Marine Credit Union, Donald J. Boyum and Janice M. Boyum, husband and wife, Richard W. Lance and Susan J. Lance, husband and wife, John P. Gappa, a single person, Patricia Gappa, marital status unknown, Jeffrey Gappa, marital status unknown, George A. Graham and Judith A. Graham, husband and wife, George Graham, a married person, Noelle Graham, a married person, Robert Holien and Barbara Holien, husband and wife, James S. Schueler and Beth Schueler, husband and wife, Winners Investment Group, a Limited Liability Company, Mary Ann Severson and Thomas O. Severson, as Trustees of the Mary Ann Severson Revocable Trust Agreement dated February 27, 2013, Peterson Evangelical Cemetery, The Southern Minnesota Railroad Company, Lars Guttonnson Nas, a married person, Aadne Christianson Twedt, a married person, John Christianson Twedt, a married person, Ever Thompson, a married person, Edmund Johnson, a married person, N.C. Frederickson and Ada M. Frederickson, husband and wife, Halvor Olson a/k/a Halvor Oleson Haugen, a married person, Truls Gulbrandson, a married person, Ole Larson, a married person, Even A. Hjelle a/k/a Evan A. Hjelle, a married person, Torkal Oleson a/k/a Torkal Olesen, marital status unknown, A.W. Thompson, a single person, Torkel O. Tolrud a/k/a Torkel Olsen, a married person, Hans Olson Moe, a single person, Ole N. Olson, a married person, W.M. Franklin, a married person, J.C. Easton a/k/a Jason C. Easton and Sarah J. Easton, husband and wife, Samuel C. Barton, a married person, L.A. Johnson, marital status unknown, John Paul, a married person, Erick Nelson, a married person, Edward Kittelson, a married person, Asher H. Barton, marital status unknown, Walter O. Thompson and Mabel Thompson, husband and wife, John Smeby, a married person, Ingebor Tolrud, a single person, Carl O. Johnson, marital status unknown, Thompson Johnson, a married person, Egbert Benson, a married person, Guri Johnson, a single person, Ingrid B. Reinarsten and J.P. Reinarsten, wife and husband, Caroline Overom and P.R. Overom, wife and husband, Anna M. Johnson a/k/a Anna M. Thorson and T.O. Thorson, wife and husband, Amalia G. Johnson, a single person, Lewis Johnson, a married person, Peter Johnson, a married person, Oscar Johnson, a single person, Guri Johnson, a single person, Amos Edward Johnson and Mabel Johnson, husband and wife, Angeline Geneva Johnson a/k/a Angeline Geneva Asleson and Oscar Ashleson, wife and husband, Ralph Clifford Johnson, a single person, Avon Richard Johnson, marital status unknown, Ingvald A. Smaby and Florence Smaby, husband and wife, Roy E. Cady and Laurena Cady, husband and wife, Allen E. Thompson and Victoria Thompson, husband and wife, Jack Hamilton and Gladine E. Hamilton, husband and wife, Jean Volkman and Wilbert Volkman, husband and wife, J. Orin Agrimson, marital status unknown, Harold E. Gilbertson, a single person, Byron E. Gilbertson, a single person, Thompson Farms, a partnership, Maynard O. Thompson and Sandra R. Thompson, husband and wife, Walter R. Thompson, marital status unknown, P.I.C. Corporation, Stanley Mann and Bonnie Mann, husband and wife, James W. Atkinson and Nancy A. Atkinson, husband and wife, Norstad Construction, Inc., Stanley Agrimson, marital status unknown, Robert Pitchford and Sandra Pitchford, husband and wife, Phillip Overland, marital status unknown, Howard P. Holkestad, marital status unknown, Lyle G. Keller, marital status unknown, Dale E. Schwanke and Diana L. Schwanke, husband and wife, the State of Minnesota, and also the unknown heirs of the aforesaid persons and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, interest, estate or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint herein, Defendants.

THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you.

The Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Complaint against you is attached to this Summons. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons.

2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this Summons a written response, called an Answer, within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed

this Summons located at: Michael A. Murphy HAMMELL & MURPHY, P.L.L.P. 110 East Main Street, P. O. Box 149 Caledonia, MN 55921-0149 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 the County of Fillmore, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: That part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4 SW 1/4) and that part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NW 1/4 SW 1/4) of Section 29, and that part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4 NW 1/4) of Section 32, all in Township 104 North, Range 8 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest Corner of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4 of said Section 29; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 38 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the South line of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4, 485.23 feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence North 45 degrees 15 minutes 57 seconds West, 74.82 feet; thence North 34 degrees 53 minutes 59 seconds West, 300.90 feet; thence North 53 degrees 40 minutes 54 seconds East, 13.77 feet; thence North 43 degrees 24 minutes 11 seconds West, 374.91 feet to the centerline of Minnesota Trunk Highway No. 16; thence Southwesterly 6.83 feet along said centerline and along a nontangential curve, concave to the Northwest, having a radius of 1433.11 feet and delta angle of 00 degrees 16 minutes 23 seconds (chord bears South 59 degrees 12 minutes 49 seconds West and chord length is 6.83 feet) to the West line of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4 of said Section 29; thence North 00 degrees 44 minutes 58 seconds East not tangent to said curve and along said West line, 724.44 feet to the Northwest Corner of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 49 seconds East along the North line of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4, 488 feet more or less to the Southeasterly High Bank of the Root River; thence Northeasterly along said High Bank to the East line of said NW 1/4 SW 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 18 minutes 18 seconds West along said East line, 307 feet more or less to said centerline of said Minnesota Trunk Highway No. 52; thence Southwesterly 109.15 feet along said centerline and along a nontangential curve, concave to the Northwest, having a radius of 955.37 feet and delta angle of 06 degrees 32 minutes 45 seconds (chord bears South 41 degrees 41 minutes 24 seconds West and chord length is 109.09 feet) to the centerline of County Road No. 25; thence South 18 degrees 46 minutes 40 seconds East not tangent to said curve and along said County Road centerline, 82.81 feet; thence South 18 degrees 33 minutes 03 seconds West along said centerline, 89.04 feet; thence South 20 degrees 33 minutes 21 seconds West along said centerline, 164.38 feet; thence South 17 degrees 39 minutes 08 seconds West along said centerline, 67.96 feet; thence Southerly 298.03 feet along said centerline and along a tangential curve, concave to the East, having a radius of 1063.62 feet and delta angle of 16 degrees 03 minutes 17 seconds (chord bears South 09 degrees 37 minutes 29 seconds West and chord length is 297.06 feet); thence South 01 degree 55 minutes 38 seconds West tangent to said curve and along said centerline, 235.07 feet; thence Southerly 199.62 feet along said centerline and along a tangential curve, concave to the West, having

a radius of 1322.62 feet and delta angle of 08 degrees 38 minutes 51 seconds (chord bears South 06 degrees 48 minutes 34 seconds West and chord length is 199.43 feet); thence South 11 degrees 08 minutes 00 seconds West tangent to said curve and along said centerline, 172.45 feet; thence Southerly 264.70 feet along said centerline and along a tangential curve, concave to the East, having a radius of 546.42 feet and delta angle of 27 degrees 45 minutes 20 seconds (chord bears South 02 degrees 44 minutes 41 seconds East and chord length is 262.12 feet); thence South 16 degrees 37 minutes 21 seconds East tangent to said curve and along said centerline, 164.33 feet to the North line of said NW 1/4 NW 1/4 of said Section 32; thence South 17 degrees 02 minutes 44 seconds East along said centerline, 230.19 feet; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes 08 seconds West, 247.50 feet; thence North 81 degrees 20 minutes 50 seconds West, 276.05 feet; thence North 45 degrees 15 minutes 57 seconds West, 257.05 feet to the point of beginning and containing 40.2 acres, more or less. Subject to easement for Minnesota Trunk Highway No. 16 across said parcel. Subject to easement to the State of Minnesota for land South of the Root River and North of Highway No. 16 in the SW 1/4 SW 1/4 and NW 1/4 SW 1/4 of Section 29 dated August 31, 1934. Subject to easement for County Road No. 25 across the Easterly line thereof. Subject to any other easements of record.

TOGETHER WITH: A 33.00 foot-wide easement for access purposes over and across that part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4 SW 1/4) of Section 29, and that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4 SE 1/4) of Section 30, all in Township 104 North, Range 8 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest Corner of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4 of said Section 29; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 38 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the South line of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4, 485.23 feet; thence North 45 degrees 15 minutes 57 seconds West, 74.82 feet; thence North 34 degrees 53 minutes 59 seconds West, 300.90 feet; thence North 53 degrees 40 minutes 54 seconds East, 13.77 feet; thence North 43 degrees 24 minutes 11 seconds West, 170.03 feet to the point of beginning of said easement centerline; thence South 75 degrees 29 minutes 22 seconds West along said centerline, 111.28 feet; thence North 30 degrees 01 minute 17 seconds West along said centerline, 169.86 feet to the centerline of Minnesota Trunk Highway No. 16 and there terminating. The sidelines of said easement are longer or shorter to meet existing property line on the East and centerline on the North.

EXCEPT: That part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4 SW 1/4) of Section 29, Township 104 North, Range 8 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest Corner of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 44 minutes 58 seconds East (assumed bearing) along the West line of said SW 1/4 SW 1/4, 576.59 feet to the centerline of Minnesota Trunk Highway No. 16; thence Northeasterly 308.88 feet along said centerline and along a nontangential curve, concave to the Northwest, having a radius of 1433.11 feet and delta angle of 12 degrees 20 minutes 57 seconds (chord bears North 53 degrees 10 minutes 32 seconds East and chord length is 308.29 feet); thence North 47 degrees 00 minutes 03 seconds East tangent to said curve and along said centerline, 326.11 feet; thence South 42 degrees 59 minutes 57 seconds East at rightangles to said centerline, 50.00 feet to the Southeasterly Right-of-Way line of said Highway No. 16 and to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence continuing South 42 degrees 59 minutes 57 seconds East, 208.70 feet; thence South 47 degrees 00 minutes 03 seconds West, 313.06 feet; thence North 42 degrees 59 minutes 57 seconds West, 208.70 feet to said R.O.W. line; thence North 47 degrees 00 minutes 03 seconds East along said R.O.W. line, 313.06 feet to the point of beginning and containing 1.50 acres, more or less.

8. The object of this action is to determine that the Defendants have no right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate above described.

NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM No personal claim is made against any of the Defendants the action Printedinwith Soy above ink entitled.

Dated this 10th day of July, 2017.

HAMMELL & MURPHY, P.L.L.P. /S/ Michael A. Murphy Michael A. PRINTED Murphy (#0347449) WITH Attorney for Plaintiff 110 E. Main Street, P.O. Box 149 Caledonia, MN 55921 (507) 725-3361 Printed on recycled Publishpaper 7, 14, 21

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RIDERS AREN’T ALWAYS IN THE RIGHT. BUT THEY ARE ALWAYS FRAGILE.

STANLEY AND ALTA MAE VEIR HOUSE FOR SALE on Sealed Bids The Stanley and Alta Mae Veir house for sale located at 312 West Stevens Avenue, Rushford, Minnesota. Original woodwork,

pocket doors, wood beams, fireplace (converted to gas), five bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, dining room, sun room, 3 car garage.

An open house will be held on Saturday, August 12th from 10-3 pm and Tuesday, August 15th from 5-8 pm. If you wish to view the property by appointment, please

contact Susan Thompson at (507) 875-2637 or (507) 450-7125-cell.

Sealed bids will be accepted at the law office of Hammell & Murphy, 110 East Main Street, Caledonia, MN 55921, until August 30, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. Bids shall be in a sealed envelope marked “Stanley and Alta Mae Veir Property” with bidder’s name, address and phone number. Each bid shall be accompanied by a check in the amount of $1,000. A bid-off between the top three bidders will be held on September 6, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. at the law office of Hammell & Murphy, Caledonia, Minnesota.

The closing will be held on or before October 11, 2017.

In addition to being vastly outnumbered by cars, bike riders are much more exposed.

So, even when a rider does something boneheaded, remember—your broken headlight is easier to fix than their broken bones. Take the high road and give bicyclists the space they need to ride safely. Check our website for more road sharing tips.

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312 ST. PAUL STREET NW, PRESTON • 3 BedroomS • 2O BathL • 2D Car Garage 29572 MORGAN RD, WYKOFF D2005 (50’x100’) S4 O •3 Bedrooms, Baths,L1991, 430 GROVE ST NE, CHATFIELD • 3 Bedrooms SO• 2 CarLDgarage w/ workshop

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$249,900 10006 COUNTY ROAD 7 SE, CHATFIELD #4080480 • 3 plus bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage w/attic storage • One owner • Hardwood floors • Sunroom • 2 Fireplaces • Finished walkout lower level • 2,810 sq. ft. • New roof • Updated bath • Newer quality windows • 5 parcels • 20 minute drive to Rochester • Move-in condition

SUNDAY, AUG. 20 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM UPDATED TOWNHOME!

$139,900 28 MILL HOUSE LANE SW, CHATFIELD #4081336 • 2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Attached finished garage • Numerous updates • New quality windows • Remodeled kitchen and bathroom • Deck • Walk-in ceramic shower • Great location • Open layout • Finished walkout lower level

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• Commercial buildingNEW withLISTING great visibility in downtown Chatfield • 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for retail/office space • Large display window • Renovated handicap bathroom • New commercial grade carpet • Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor • Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments WELL BUILT - WALKOUT TOWNHOME

453 AVE C NE, CHATFIELD

$184,900

• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2 Car garage • Main floor living • Both levels finished • Sunroom • 2,568 sq. ft. • Gas Fireplace • Walkout • No mowing or snow removal

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WALKOUT RANCH UNDER CONTRUCTION!

$299,900 1232 LONE STONE CT SE, CHATFIELD #4081392 NEW LISTING

• 4 Bedrooms •3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 2,572 sq. ft.

• Open layout • Main floor living • Quality windows • Paneled doors • Master suite • Finished lower level • No backyard neighbors • Still time to personalize

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE

FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900 FOUNTAIN – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 8.5 acre building site with a couple acres of tillable located off the county road high on the hill overlooking the valley. #4077950 $99,000 LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – NEW LISTING – Wooded 5 acre building site with an amazing view. Additional land available. $119,900

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203 GROVE ST NE, CHATFIELD

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Garage • Vinyl siding • Main floor bedroom & laundry • Deck • Patio • Hardwood & ceramic floors • Crown molding • Private fenced in backyard • Storage shed

NEW RANCH IN ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD

609 PARK ST SE, CHATFIELD

$275,000 #4078731

• 4 Bedroom • 3 Baths, • 2 Car Garage (636 sq. ft.)

• Open floor plan • Main floor laundry/mudroom • Vaulted ceilings • Paneled doors • Master suite • Finished walkout lower level • Quality built • Established neighborhood along a quiet street SPACIOUS RANCH

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$149,900 508 TWIFORD ST SW, CHATFIELD #4081346 • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • 2,214 sq. ft.

• Metal roof • Steel siding • Hardwood floors • Central air • Open layout • Main floor laundry • Updated electrical service • No work needed ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANNE

$299,900 122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD #4072386

• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 5,388 sq. ft. • 3 Car garage • Original woodwork • Elaborate craftsmanship • 10’ ceilings • Double staircases • Pocket doors • Ash/Maple/Oak floors • Remodeled kitchen with granite tops & butler pantry • Finished walk up attic • Large corner lot • 2 Covered porches • “Milo White House” (Hazelwood) on the National Register QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP THROUGHOUT

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$129,900 603 CALHOUN AVE S, LANESBORO #4080490 • 3 Bedrooms on main floor • 2 Baths • 2,156 sq. ft.

• Attached garage (420 sq. ft.) • Hardwood floors • New Central Air • Deck • Landscaped yard • Appliances • Storage shed • Qualifies for Zero down

LANESBORO - CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – Approximately 20 acre building site located along the blacktop. Great view, adjacent to state land, trails, 5 acres tillable with balance wooded. $220,000 LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 12 acres of woods with approximately 400’ of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #4076539 $49,900

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25153 COUNTY 17, PRESTON

$525,000

#4080451

• 4 Bedrooms • 4 Baths, 3 Car garage • 5,177 sq. ft.

• Geothermal heating/air conditioning • In floor heat • Master suite • Hardwood & ceramic floors throughout • Walkout lower level with mother-in-law apartment • Private setting • Great view • Blacktop road • Close to bike trail

LANESBORO – New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $84,900 WYKOFF – Farm in Jordan Township – 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $474,900

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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

815 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $279,000

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CALL TODD TODAY! 507-259-5454

105 PARKWAY AVE LANESBORO

140-acre farm • Approximately 63 acres tillable • Approximately 20 acres pasture ground • Building site with outbuildings • Woods • 1920 sq.ft. pole shed • Old barn • Ideal spot to build on

MOVING?

Great location at the Head of the State Bike Trail • Updated and remodeled • Ideal for retail, office space, storage, rental space • Over 4,000 sq. ft. • Unlimited potential

Serving SE Minnesota for 27 years!

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15 2ND ST SE CHATFIELD

$114,900

Spud Boy Diner

$255,000 1137 LONE STONE CT SE Prime 80-acre hunting land with thick woods and approximately Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • 22 acres tillable. Would also make a great building site or rec High traffic area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St CHATFIELD land. Located just outside Whalan.

• Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation New home with open floor plan • 4 bedrooms • 2 baths • Kitchen w/island • Formal dining and living room •

34869 Fawn Dr, LANESBORO

Panoramic views are enjoyed from this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath home overlooking the valley. Backs up to woods, and has an easy access to the Root River and trail from this subdivision just north of Lanesboro. $297,900

Rochester • Stewartville Spring Valley • Chatfield • Eyota St. Charles • Rushford • Peterson Ostrander • Fountain • Preston Lanesboro • Mabel • Harmony Cresco • Spring Grove • Decorah

Acreages

Commercial Opportunities

Historic Jailhouse B&B - Preston

335 5th Ave SE, HARMONY

11528 US 52, CANTON

Ideal location!

This slice of country is well located and offers a spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with a nice setting and zoned ag.

Good well and septic. Cheaper than rent! $70,000

NOLAN VALLEY LOT

6.37 acres outside of Mabel, rural subdivision with trout fishing. Make this your home or getaway!

Members of SEMN Association of Realtors, Rochester

144 MAIN STREET PRESTON

3 story building with finished basement • 8 rental units for income • All bar equipment will stay • Newer 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

385 HILLSIDE SR. SE CHATFIELD

$280,000

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Great opportunity for business or rental • Main floor is currently rented out • Remodeled apartment with wood floors, high ceilings, open floor plan • Large area on 2nd level is open & can be finished into additional rentals

Ranch home • Wood floors • 3-season porch • Updated kitchen • Vinyl 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, fishing, camping • Private siding • Deck • Patio • Garage • Lower level is wide open to finsih your • Ideal for house or cabin way • Quiet street

15680 County 9, PRESTON

Realtor, GRI 507-251-0281 kelsey@harmonytel.net MN Licensed

Call Brenda today! 507-346-2060

$218,000

FORESTVILLE STATE PARK

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Broker/Owner 507-458-6110 roxanne@harmonytel.net MN & IA Licensed

New Construction 4 bdrm, 3 bath split with approx. 2600 square feet of finished living space! Kitchen has Amish custom built cherry cabinets with pantry and stainless steel appliances, laminate wood flooring, manual dual heat zone, master bedroom with walk-in closet & 3/4 bath with heated floor and walk in shower. The lower level is finished with family room, full bath and 2 bedrooms , large day light windows and egress windows. 3 stall garage with cement drive. Call for more information.

32795 GALLOP LANE, LANESBORO

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$40,500

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$262,500

BUILDING LOT FOR SALE

Main floor laundry • Family room • Walk-out patio • Fenced yard • 3 car garage • Steel siding

Handy-man special • Large 2-story home • Large lot • Gutted to studs on upper level • Do the work and finish your way

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Charming 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home on large corner lot. You will love the updated kitchen, laminate floors, main floor bedroom, separate laundry area, covered front porch and large patio area in the back yard. Formal dining area combined with living room. Permanent siding, tuck under garage and storage shed. Priced to sell!

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

19-acre paradise • Woods, tillable and pasture • 1536 sq ft. pole shed • Ranch • Wood floors • Sun room • Open living and dining area • Main floor laundry • 2+ attached garage • Private setting • Dead end road

626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD

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Beautiful Country Acreage! 14 acres of pristine hunting land, wooded, pasture, and pond stocked with sunfish and bass - equipped with dock and great swimming!

The yard is a park-like setting nestled in the trees. Multi-level home with 3 bedrooms, cathedral ceiling, wrap around deck and patio areas.

Stone terraces surround the home with a variety of perennials. You’ll enjoy watching the large gathering of humming birds at the feeders.

This is a one of a kind property near Good Earth Village. Schedule your appointment to view it now!

Beautifully updated and remodeled 4 bedroom 2 bath split level home located in quiet cul-desac subdivision. Recently painted interior, new granite counter tops in kitchen, new carpet in family room and new laminate flooring. You’ll enjoy the extralarge lot with screened in 3 season porch overlooking the patio below and landscaped back yard. The floor plan is open, bright and cheery.

The lower level family room has been recently remodeled and includes gas fireplace, large day windows and separate laundry area. This is a quality home with lots of living space.

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Charming 4 bdrm 2 bath home with character and charm. Hardwood floors, original woodwork, open staircase, paneled doors, French doors, 2 wood fireplaces, walk-up attic, 4 season porch, updated kitchen, walk out, and new updated electrical panel. This property is partially fenced and sits on just under an acre of land. Large enough for growing room. This one is sure to please!

PENDING 11425 County 21, CANTON

Quality home with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Lots of living space w/full basement. Private backyard with deck and patio door. 2 car attached garage. $150,000

BUILDING LOTS STARTING AT $10,000 Newer subdivision in Harmony Cash back incentives starting at $5,000 No builder restrictions, call for details.

Let us help you build your new home!

New price!

120 Center St E, HARMONY

Move right in! Ranch home with new flooring, paint, lighting and shingles. 2 car attached garage. Easy walk to downtown. $169,900

205 Franklin St NW, PRESTON

Room for everyone! Main home features 3 bedrooms & baths. In-law unit offers a complete package with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, & office. New garage roof! $132,900

Step back in time & up in quality. This opportunity is waiting for you! Established business with full owners suite. A must see!

New Listing

Bar & Grill, Canton

PENDING 316 Prairie Ave E, MABEL 510 St. Anthony St, Preston - PENDING 301 N Robert St, Mabel - PENDING 2606 Village Rd, Bluffton - PENDING 308 Main St SW, Preston - PENDING 104 Canton Ave, Canton - SOLD 10277 Cty 116, Harmony - SOLD 115 Center St E, Harmony - SOLD

Includes real estate, furnishings, & fixtures. $115,000

Brick Building, Harmony

2900 sq ft of space with flexibility to suit your business Many updates, including windows, wiring, heating, plumbing.

2 half bath.

OFFICE SPACE/Retail, Harmony

Main street location with 2 units, one with established renter. Flexible for office or retail. $45,000, call today!

Well-known SE MN Restaurant Offered Opportunity to step in to a successful business & start out right! Call for more information.

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• Full Service Seller Representation • Rochester MLS & Sealed Bid Options • Full Buyer Representation • Relocation Services

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EMPLOYMENT HOUSEKEEPING HELP WANTED every other weekend and weekdays. Call 507-467-2936, ask for Jackie, or stop in at Green Gables Inn, Lanesboro. h31TFN-o 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. e7,14-o Office Assistant - Tax and Accounting office is seeking a full-time or part-time Office Assistant. The ideal Candidate has the ability to work independently in a front desk environment.

Candidate should possess great customer service skills and a high comfort level with computer work. Wage based on experience. Send a resume to Major & Company Accounting & Tax PO Box 316 Preston, MN 55965, or email: info@majortax.com or fax: 507-765-4432. e31,7,14-o BRANDING IRON is looking for highly motivated kitchen worker. Part-time or full-time some days, mostly evenings.

Some restaurant experience preferred. For questions, call Steve or Seth at 507-7653388 or stop by to fill out application. h7,14,21-o PT WAITPERSON WANTED at the Old Village Hall Restaurant in Lanesboro.

Must be 18 years or older and available evenings and weekends. Interested persons should call Sarah at 507-467-2176. e,7,14-o HELP WANTED - I am looking for someone to provide personal care supervision overnight in my Rushford home. Full and part-time hours. $12.65 /hour. Please call 920-344-4376 for an interview. h7,14-x Special education paraprofessional needed at Fillmore Central High School. 6.75 hours per student contact day. Interested persons should send completed support staff application to: Micki Breitsprecher, Director of Special Education, Fillmore Central High School, P.O. Box 599, Harmony, MN 55939.

Applications available online at www. fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us or in any school office. Position open until filled. E.O.E. h14,21-o

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PROGRAM MANAGER Retrax in Grand Forks, ND is hiring. If you desire an enjoyable work-life balance and great benefits, apply at www.retrax.com/ careers (MCAN)

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MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance! Mailing Brochures at Home!

Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately!

Age unimportant! WWW.HomeBucks.

US ###### Earn $1,000’s Processing Mail! Details: Rush SASE: LISTS/IA, Springhouse, PA 19477-0396 (MCN)

Full & Part-time Front Desk & Housekeeping

Over the Road carrier seeking experienced drivers. Midwest and west coast, no east coast. Drivers average 3,000+ miles per week, loaded and empty miles paid. Call recruiting 1-800-645-3748. www.gfltruck.com (MCN)

Country Trails Inn & Suites Preston, MN

Wood pallets. All sizes and wood colors. $5 each. Call 507-251-5297. s23tfn-x

(must be 16 to apply) Pick up application at the hotel. For more information, call the hotel. Ask for Kelly.

507-765-2533

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER

CNA

Where old friends become reacquainted and new friendships are found!

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RN/LPN

Full- or Part-Time, Evenings

We welcome new nurse graduates

Part-time and Full-time Days Full-time Evenings $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

PART-TIME AND EVERY OTHER WEEKEND

 Competitive Wages & Benefits  Tuition Reimbursement available to those who qualify

Apply online:

www.gundersenharmonycarecenter.org

Contact: Karen Miller, DON 507-498-3211 Ext. 73427

"Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, 125 5th Ave SE, Spring Grove MN 55974 creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public BONUS assistance, military/veterans status,SIGN-ON or any other legally protected characteristic."

Oak Meadow Meats

Contact Tanya or Joyce

115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 • EOE

Contact: Shelly Dolley (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73375

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FULL-TIME/PART-TIME PM SHIFT:

is seeking a motivated individual for work in a small meat processing facility in Harmony, Minnesota.

SIGN-ON BONUS

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Drivers: OTR/Regional. Paid weekly!

Stellar benefits. Full- or part-time openings! Pneumatic tankers. CDL-A, good driving record. 319-754-1944, x112. h14,21-x 25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW! Earn $1000 per week! Paid CDL Training! STEVENS TRANSPORT COVERS ALL COSTS! 1-877-209-1309 drive4stevens.com (NANI) AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING Get FAA certification. Approved for military benefits. Financial Aid if qualified.

Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-686-1704 (NANI) KMS PUBLIC SCHOOLS seeking fulltime Social Worker/Counselor beginning August, 2017. Apply at www.kms.k12. mn.us, on applitrack or letter of interest, resume, license and three letters of reference to KMS, Box 168, Kerkhoven, MN 56252. (MCAN)

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Assisting with livestock slaughter Processing carcasses & de-boning meat Packaging Preparing meat products for retail sale End of day plant cleaning

www.gundersenharmonycarecenter.org

Contact: Sue Lenz, DON (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73377

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939

Applicant must be able to handle physical work standing on his/her feet through the entire shift. Previous meat processing experience is encouraged, but not required.

Stop by for an application or call 507-886-6328.

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Preston Equipment Company, your local independent John Deere

dealer, is a family-owned, single-store dealership who has served the community for over 40 years. We are looking to hire additional personnel with a good work ethic, integrity, and willingness to work as part of a team to meet our customers’ needs. Our current job openings include:

Small Engine Service Technician Main duties will include pre-delivery, service, and repair of new and used John Deere lawn mowers, compact utility tractors, and other equipment. Duties will also include pre-delivery, service, and repair of Bombardier, Ski-Doo, and Stihl equipment.

Experience or training in small engines required. Eligible candidate will possess computer skills, good communication skills in working with customers and co-workers, and ability to operate vehicles, tools, and equipment to complete duties.

Candidates may send resume to:

Preston Equipment Company, PO Box 435, Preston, MN 55965 or email to admin@prestonequipment.com.

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1990-2000. $2,300-$3,500. Thermo King SB3. Cooling unit sold separate, $600$1200. Call for details. 507-259-4556. s3-TFN LABRADOODLE PUPPIES Ready to go. Vet checked and health guarantee.

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THANK YOU ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANKS TO THOSE WHO SENT CARDS, came to visit, said a prayer or brought goodies. Thank you to all who helped me recover from my knee surgery.

To my wife for all her trips made and the extra work. To David and Larry for their help, including mowing the lawn. Thanks to the therapists at HHC. You were great.

You pushed me, but it was needed. To all the aides who were there when the red light came on. Indeed, it was a team effort. God Bless you all.

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GARAGE SALES ESTATE SALE: 1503 Academy Ave., Fri., Aug. 18 & Sat., Aug.19 7AM-5PM, Albert Lea, MN. All household furnishings including some collectibles, books, beds, dressers, dishes, china set, crystal.

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Early Childhood Screening is August 21st from 2-6 p.m.. at Fillmore Central Elementary. If you have a child who was born on or after February 28, 2014 and has not yet completed Early Childhood Screening, then they are eligible.

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Fillmore Central ecfe Fillmore Central ECFE Fall Session offerings: Tuesday mornings 10:30-12:00 at Fillmore Central Elementary, and Thursday evenings: 6:00-7:30 at the Harmony Community Center. Register by calling Heather at 507-765-3809, #1186 or heather.stockdale@isd2198.k12.mn.us ECFE Early Childhood Family Picnic is Thursday, September 7th for all families with children birth through age 5 at 6:00 pm at Selvig Park in Harmony. ECFE will be providing hot dogs and beverages. Please bring a side/salad or a dessert to share.

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