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Lantern tours available at Niagara Cave By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Niagara Cave employee Matt Guttormson gives a Lantern Tour which owners Mark and Jenny Bishop have started to celebrate the cave’s 80th Anniversary. Photo by Barb Jeffers

Niagara Cave in Harmony, Minn. has begun offering lantern tours of the cave each Saturday evening through Labor Day to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the cave opening to the public for tours. Mark Bishop, owner of Niagara Cave, stated, “The idea behind the lantern tours is to bring people back in time.” The cave was discovered as a farmer lost three pigs that had fallen into a sinkhole. While searching for the pigs the cave was discovered, explored, and eventually was opened for tours. The lantern tours are offered every Saturday night through Labor Day weekend with tours taking place at 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Minimum age for the lantern tour is 7 years of age. The cost for lantern tours is $16 per person, with each person getting their own lantern to carry. Reservations are not required but are recommended for lantern tours. Mini golf also stays open late on Saturday nights until 8 p.m. for visitor’s

to enjoy the nice summer evenings. There has been a great turnout for the lantern tours, stated Bishop, so much so that they are considering continuing the tours next year. The employees of Niagara Cave also enjoy the lantern tours as it is something new for them. It is a different experience going into the cave with a lantern versus having lights on throughout the tour as Bishop explains it is difficult to see ahead of you and behind you with only a lantern. Mark and his wife Jenny purchased the cave in April 1995 from Ron Vikre of Harmony. Since buying Niagara Cave the Bishops have made many enhancements and updates. A new lighting system was installed throughout the cave, new staircases and decks were installed, and the building was totally remodeled inside and out. A gemstone mining sluice was added, a concession stand was built, and an 18 hole mini golf course was designed and built which has been very popular among visitors looking to extend their time at Niagara Cave with

family and friends. The parking lots have been paved and a picnic shelter built near a playground in a quiet shaded area making it a perfect spot for a picnic before or after touring the cave. Recently Denny Rogne of Cresco, Iowa was enjoying the picnic area with his granddaughter Amari, 14 months, who was visiting from Dallas, Texas. The gift shop at Niagara Cave has so much to offer it is difficult to list only a few things as examples. Souvenirs of all types include apparel, coffee cups and mugs, bells, and thimbles. Other items available are beautiful mineral and crystal specimens, jewelry, figurines, vases, and so much more. It is definitely worth looking around before or after taking a tour or playing mini-golf. Niagara Cave has been rated one of the top 10 caves in the United States and includes a nearly 60 foot waterfall and a wedding chapel where over 400 weddings have been performed. Stalactites and stalagmites can See NIAGARA CAVE Page 7 

Mabel City Council approves Peterson approves County 25 agreement, ponders future of school three change orders By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The city of Peterson continues preparations for the reconstruction project of County 25, scheduled to begin in 2015. A preliminary feasibility report gave the city a taste of project figures and requirements, but further analysis has provided better insight into the scope of

the project, including what the county will fund and what will be solely city cost. David Strauss, senior project engineer at SEH-Yaggy, was on hand at the Wednesday, August 13 city council meeting and presented a cooperative agreement between the county and city. “The project is progressing. This is my two cents on this agreement; everything appears

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Stipends OK’d for Chatfield EMTs By Karen Reisner Ambulance Director Susan Kester addressed the Chatfield City Council at their August 11 meeting about the problem she has had getting volunteers to cover weekend hours. She noted that other ambulance services are also finding it difficult to get people willing to sign up for weekend call time. Kester praised the people on the ambulance crew, but acknowledged that people put in fewer hours than they did in the past. She asked the council to consider paying the EMTs that are on call during the weekend hours a $2 per hour stipend to encourage sign up for these hours. The stipend would be in addition to any stipend that may be earned while on an actual call. The difficulty in covering the hours of 6 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Monday was discussed at a recent Public Services Committee meeting and the committee favored the implementation of a stipend on weekends. Two EMTs must be scheduled to be on call at all times. The weekend on call stipend would cost an additional $240 per weekend or $12,480 per year. Kester asked that the stipend be implemented immediately and it would cost $4,800 for the remainder of 2014. The weekend on call stipend was approved. Kester noted that an increase in training fees has been figured into the next budget to cover these

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Bond Sale David Drown explained that the council had authorized the competitive sale of General Obligation Bonds a couple of weeks ago for the 2014 Street and Utility Improvements. The bond sale for the $1,725,000 improvement project resulted in five bids. Raymond James and Associates, Inc. had the most favorable bid with a purchase price of $1,751,683 and a 1.9 percent effective interest rate over the life of the 10 year bond. This lowest cost deal was accepted and is scheduled to close September 2. Other Business In Brief •The first payment to Zenke, Inc. for the 2014 Improvement projects in the amount of $210,448.25 was approved. Dillon Dombrovski, WSB and Associates, noted there is a 5 percent retainage each month in the event that any problems have to be remedied down the road. City Clerk Joel Young said everything has been going surprisingly well, the water has been shut off from time to time and people have been pretty understanding •Young explained the terms of a proposal to pay off assessments on Fingerson-Donahoe Subdivision Second Phase Lots (originally eight residential lots). A lump sum payment of $95,128 which equals the original cost of the assessments on the four remaining lots to be sold was offered to clear all assessments on the four

unsold lots along Hillside Drive. Assessments on the four lots that were previously sold had generated payment of assessments in excess of $110,000. Young said the improvements were initiated by the city and not the property owner who agreed to take on the assessments because the community needed her cooperation. The Personnel/ Budget Committee recommended the city accept the payment as the Hillside Drive extension and utilities to the new school and development at the top of the hill were made possible with the cooperation of this property owner. The lump sum payment represents the actual cost of the street and utility improvements made in 2008. Accepting the offer made by the Donahoe Trust would only waive the interest that has accrued on the assessments. The original assessments plus interest total more than what has been offered for the lots and more than their market value. Young said he believes this is a different situation than any other as the property owners did not initiate the improvements. He added that it is the right thing to do and you will be covering the real costs. A motion to accept the offer as presented was approved. Councilor Mike Urban voted no. •The appointment of Bob Cole to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a term that expires January 31, 2017 was approved.

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Savor “Taste of the Trail” on the Root River Trail System On three Saturdays in September, the nine towns comprising the Preston/Harmony Root River Trail System will feature local food, artisans, entertainment, culture, and fun during a series of trail-wide events – Taste of the Trail. Taste of the Trail is similar to many “Taste of…” events in towns all over the Midwest. In this case, the towns along the trail system are focusing attention on food and much more on each of the first three Saturdays in September. Each weekend will celebrate three communities with offerings of food, games, music, and more. Enjoy what is special while you pedal your way through the beauty of Bluff County along the Root River. The towns will participate according to this schedule: Bike or hike your way through the Root River State Trail System and enjoy all of the wonderful features of each community on the trail! Food, games, prizes, music, and celebrations will occur in three communities on each of these weekends! Enjoy what is special about each community while

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you pedal your way through the beauty of Bluff Country along the Root River. The towns will participate according to this schedule: •September 6: Fountain, Harmony, Preston •September 13: Houston Rushford, Rushford Village •September 20: Lanesboro, Peterson, Whalan The hours on each Saturday are 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sampling will take place at participating businesses and/or at a central location in each town. From trout spread to lefse and homemade pies, trail enthusiasts will find a diverse variety of delightful, palatepleasing tastes. Local talent and entertainers will showcase how to have a good time in our nine communities! For more information on specific food vendors and activities, please go to www.rootrivertrail.org. Taste of the Trail is sponsored by Root River Trail Towns, an association of communities situated on the Root River Trail System, working together for the promotion and betterment of the trail.

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We are elated to announce the sale of our business to Bryan Ostby. Bryan has many years of experience in interior/exterior stone, brick and tile installation. Bryan will be discontinuing the paint line but will be bringing on exterior stone and brick along with the products already offered: ceramic, wood, laminate, sheet vinyl, luxury vinyl tiles & planks, carpet, custom window treatments and countertops. Brad will continue to install, for a time, to help with the transition and Barb will remain to manage the store. We are extremely grateful for having you as customers and want to sincerely thank you for your support of our business over these past 67 years. We encourage you to shop your local small town businesses and support Bryan in his new role as owner of Torgerson-Ostby Floor Covering & Stone. Business hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 8am-12pm (After hours by appointment)

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Rushford moves lighting project, in-city hunting forward By Kirsten Zoellner Taking advantage of timing and funding, the Rushford Municipal Electric Commission and the city are moving forward with a project to update all lighting along the Highway 43 corridor. With lighting being temporarily removed for the Highway 43 Project, the commission will seize the chance to complete the upgrades while the roadway is disrupted. Following community input and working with engineer Tom Nigon, of STAR Engineering, the commission has opted to replace the current mix of steel and wood poles with black aluminum and copper poles with a tear-drop shaped lighting surface, complete with LED lights. According to City Administrator Steve Sarvi, the poles were chosen due to the composition of metals and their rust-inhibiting qualities. Additionally, the base of each pole will be a black-dyed concrete to create

a seemless and appealing aesthetic, as well as measures to keep the base of the pole elevated off the ground, reducing salt exposure. Bids for the project were split to allow maximum savings to the city. Bids were opened August 7 and awarded August 11, at the council meeting. Norman’s Electric, of Rushford, was selected for labor, wire and conduit installation, in the amount of $120,641. Werner Electric was selected for street light poles and fixtures in the amount of $185,612. The concept of bow hunting within city limits was also discussed at the August 11 meeting. After further review of similar policies in other municipalities, Administrator Sarvi detailed several key points to the council, including potential hunt sites, landowner permission requirements, and changes needed to current city ordinances prohibiting the firing of weapons within

city limits. According to Sarvi, if hunting measures are approved, several guidelines will be set. Included are limitations on hunting the top or north side of Magelssen Bluff, due to walking trails that have been recently developed. On the levee system, hunters will be required to discharge bows away from the city, towards the water, only. Additionally, they will be required to hunt from stands and carry them in and out each day. A fee for the hunt will be put in place to cover administrative costs only. If the city moves the hunt plan forward, it will likely limit the in-city season from November 15 to December 30, within the normal bow season. Restricted by length, the city believes it will get a taste for how the project could go, without committing itself to a long season and the potential problems that could go with it.

Another change in the conversation has been the allowance of hunters to take bucks, not just does as originally discussed. “We won’t affect the population a lick by shooting bucks,” stressed Councilor Vern Bunke. It was noted that DNR Conservation Officer Mitch Boyum had previously noted the city would struggle to find hunters if the in-city season was limited to does. “It’s a moral test that the trophy hunter faces,” added Bunke noting limitations in certain areas. “They’re not going to abide by a law or rule if they can slip by. They have antlers on their mind. I don’t want to encourage people to break the law. Why they hell would we do that? It just doesn’t make any sense. “If they know it going in [does only], they won’t do it. It will have an effect. The DNR wants bucks because it brings in license money, but they always worry about

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managing does,” added Bunke suggesting does-only hunting. I appreciate the effort you put into this, but I’m not in favor of this.” The sentiment was echoed by the city administrator. “I’m not either. You have my recommendation.” “Well, I am,” echoed back Councilor Roger Colbenson, the lead proponent of the measure, citing damage to vegetation. “I’m personally against it within the city, but I will vote to pursue it because I believe the public wants it,” added Mayor Chris Hallum. The city council, in a 4:1 vote, has authorized attorney Terry Chiglo to work on amended ordinance language to present for council approval at a future date. Should the city continue on this path, a public hearing will be required prior to adopting any ordinance change. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, August 25, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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C ommentary The Good Lie By Eric Leitzen There’s no getting around it: although the recession is technically over in America (although some European countries are sliding back in), things are still not going well for a lot of Americans. Add to our troubles at home the current hot Eric Leitzen stories like Ebola, Ukraine, the plight of the Yazidi in Iraq, the Islamic State terrorizing parts of the Middle East, and any other depressing tidbits you can find in a glance at the news, and it sometimes makes you wonder just what the heck is going on. And then, earlier last week we receive word that one of America’s most beloved funnymen seems to have died at his own hand, and there’s not only an elephant in the room, but a couple of gorillas and an angry looking hippo as well… and it’s getting hard to breathe in here. So… how do you deal? Luckily, Americans have developed something truly amazing to combat this big, old, crazy world we live in. Think about your standard stereotypes the world over: the French are morose, the Germans always angry, and Canadians blissfully unaware, smiling and waving as always. Americans have a reputation as stubborn and cocky in the rest of the world, that famous “Cowboy” stereotype, but it gives us an interesting look into a uniquely American phenomenon I like to call the Good Lie. You see… sometimes things Editorial Cartoon

are terrible. Just terrible. No good jobs, the water’s been poisoned by runoff, the western states are on fire, and the Congress has a lower approval than head lice. Also, despite repeated pleas, Hardee’s will not bring back their fried chicken menu. Americans may well be aware that there are problems in the world, but we’re also the cockeyed optimists of the world. It wasn’t just bombs and guns and tanks that helped win World War II, it was also the spirit of the Americans that, even though things looked terrible, we can and will work together and make it happen. That skill is as invaluable to America’s success as it is sometimes a hindrance to our success, like in Iraq. We have what I believe is a unique ability to hold two simultaneously contradictory positions in our own minds, and fully believe both. As far as national stereotypes go, being too stubborn to admit things are bad and working despite it all to make something good surely isn’t anything to be upset about. The American culture is the culture that can say yes, we hate our Congress more than root canals and used-car salesman, but we also believe our local Congressmen and women will help us. We are the culture that can know the lottery is an almost impossible gamble, but still pump millions of dollars into it every year. We are the country and the culture that can look at all of the evidence showing economic inequality hasn’t been this bad since the Roaring Twenties (which ended, by the way, with the Great Depression), but we still believe in our heart of hearts that, if we work hard enough, we can get to Romney-level wealth by the sweat of our

brow. It is this “evil twin” sort of mentality that makes America great and, as another election season is now upon us and the mud begins to fly, it is important to understand that even in our angriest and our most frustrated, as a country we’re still thinking tomorrow will be better. In a way, our anger is what shows that we want things to be better, and the anger would not exist if we weren’t also hoping for the bright side in what seems like a dark world right now. There’s been some talk lately about whether America is in some sort of decline, and it appears to me that it will only be in decline if we stop believing we can make it better. Yes, we know it’s bad, but we also know it’s good. It sounds like doublethink, but that sort of light-through-the-darkness thinking is what got this country to the top in the first place. So, the next time you see someone down in the dumps or frustrated with the state of the world, don’t write them off as someone who just can’t be happy. Think of them as someone who might want to work to make things a little more happy not just for themselves, but for everyone. Because, if we can’t keep that Good Lie going, if we can’t tell ourselves that times are awful but we still believe things will get better… then we truly will be lost. If we let negativity without utility, anger without remedy take hold and just hate for the sake of hating and not for the purpose of eventually making something we can love... then we’re not doing what it takes to truly be American.

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DNR was right to stop illegal silica sand mining in Houston County By Marilyn Frauenkron Bayer, Houston County, MN The DNR is to be commended for their decisive action to ensure important new laws to protect trout streams from silica sand mining are not ignored. The law is straightforward and requires silica Marilyn sand mines Frauenkron within one Bayer mile of a trout stream to get a DNR Silica Sand Mining Trout Stream Setback Permit before they begin mining. The DNR was clear with the owners of the Erickson silica sand mine in Houston County that mining at their site would require this permit. Despite this, the mine owners started mining without the permit. Acting quickly, the DNR ordered mining stopped, in accordance with the law. This case is particularly important because it is the first test of the new law. One can be sure many who would like to mine silica sand for fracking in southeasternMinnesota were wondering if the DNR was going to be serious about enforcing this permit requirement. I know citizens like myself were counting on the DNR to be just that. Well, it is clear now the DNR is serious which is very good news indeed. I know hundreds in Houston County, and thousands throughout the state, were glad to see this. The misinformation about this issue coming from some Houston County officials is troubling and two issues need to be clarified. First, this DNR permit is about silica sand

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mining. It does not matter what the end use of the silica sand is. The law mandates if you want to mine silica sand within a mile of a trout stream you need this DNR permit. If you dig anything at the Erickson site it will be silica sand. Calling it “construction sand” does not change that. Second, this is a DNR permit that is focused on protecting our trout streams. It is up to the DNR to ensure silica sand mines within a mile of a trout stream apply for the permit and set the requirements for receiving one. It is separate from a Houston County land use permit,which is also required. This regulatory structure is common. For example, very large factory farms require a local land use permit and a permit from the state Pollution Control Agency. They need both to operate and getting the county permit does not guarantee they will get the state level permit. Oddly, some Houston County officials seem surprised by this and that Minnesota state law applies to Houston County. Look at the beauty of our region. The farms which have been here for generations. The trout streams that attract visitors from all over the world. This new law and permit requirement are about protecting this region and helping to ensure our children and our children’s children inherit what we have been blessed to enjoy. The DNR is doing the right thing in demanding this important new state law be followed. Shortterm profits for a few should never be gained at the long-term expense of all of us.

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C ommentary One Moment, Please... Cousins By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal Cell: 507-251-5297 jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com A few weeks ago, I had a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with my cousin from California. His wife is from Wisconsin, so they came back to visit her family, and coor- Jason Sethre dinated their schedule to meet up with us in Minnesota. We found a meeting point that many of our readers have probably frequented. My wife and I took a day off from work to take our children to the National Eagle Center located in Wabasha, Minn. While my children had been there for field trips, my wife and I had never made the trek. It was great meeting up with Ian Sethre and his wife Jill, along with their sons Henry and Graham. And, while the National Eagle Center was impressive, I was more interested in getting reacquainted with my cousin. While Ian and myself are miles apart, we share a lot of common denominators. His father and my father are broth-

ers born and raised in Preston, Minn. And, while he grew up in Colorado and I was raised in Minnesota, we were born only one month apart. I was born in January and he was born in February. And, our weddings were only one month apart. My wife and I were married in July 2000, and he and his wife were married in August 2000. Yes, we definitely share a lot of common threads. Over the course of two-anda-half hours, as we strolled around the National Eagle Center, we talked about what he did for work and what I did for work. And, we talked about what life was like in the areas where we lived. Truly, our meeting wasn’t fair to all that the National Eagle Center had to offer, but this was a small family reunion bringing a couple generations together. I hope the staff at the NEC appreciates their contribution to the event. Both my cousin and I each had two children that had been born since we were both married back in 2000. And, his children are nearly the same age as our children. A lot happens over the course of 14 years. And, while Facebook presents an opportunity to stay in touch, it always only lends itself to a birds-eye view. As our conversation unraveled, Ian and I continually referenced how waiting 14 years to see each other was far too long. At this pace, we’d meet again when we’re ages 54, 68, 82 and 96. He invited us to visit him and his family out in California. We will definitely welcome this invitation at some point in the

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future, hopefully. My point for bringing up this entire event is to underscore the challenges we face in our society as we attempt to strike a balance between personal and professional objectives. Not everyone is blessed with the opportunity to live near family. My wife and I lived in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin from 1999 to 2008, following my career path for professional growth. It was a great experience, we met a lot of great people, and I learned quite a bit as I stepped outside of my comfort zone. But, once our daughter was born in 2004, we started yearning to move back to where we grew up -- where the majority of our family resides. We wanted our children to connect with their grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. We were fortunate to find that opportunity here in Southeast Minnesota where our families have roots dating back for many generations. In this ever-changing world, we need to sometimes become more mobile to follow our dreams, and staying close to family becomes a real challenge. I’m sure I’m not alone on this one. If you are lucky enough to have your family living close by, be thankful.

Government this week •Monday, August 18, Preston City Council meeting, 6pm, Council Chambers. •Monday, August 18, Kingsland School Board meeting, 6:30pm. •Monday, August 18, Rushford-Peterson School Board meeting, 5:30pm, Rushford Computer Room. •Monday, August 18, Chatfield School Board, 7pm, High School Media Center. •Tuesday, August 19, Rushford Village City Council meeting, 7pm, Community Center. •Tuesday, August 19, Houston School Board meeting, 5:30pm. •Tuesday, August 19, MabelCanton School Board meeting, 7pm. •Thursday, August 21, Lanesboro School Board meeting, 7pm. •Monday, August 25, Chatfield City Council meeting, 7pm, City Hall. •Monday, August 25, City of Rushford City Council meeting, 6:30pm, City Hall. •Monday, August 25, Spring Valley City Council meeting, 6pm, City Hall. Schedule subject to change.

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The Affordable Care Act... Bear says: Obama care isnt the answer. Sure Mr. Grehl some people in Minnesota have medical insurance for the first time ever. Obama care punishes the hard working people that have medical benefits in the first place. My medical insurance carrier informed me that my medical insurance premium will more than double in cost and I can no longer go to the Mayo Clinic. Is this fair? I even shopped around and compared. The people that didnt have medical insurance before hand were never denied treatment at any emergency room. My wife and I both work full time jobs. It is cheaper for us to have one medical insurance premium through my employer than versus each having their own coverage. Thus said, We have to pay a $50 fine each month in doing so. There is so much hidden garbage in Obama care. I hope Jerry that you checked into insurance and it does well for you and your family. I hope that it provides you the coverage you expect. I hope that you never get sick and want to go to the Mayo Clinic for top notch care. For the majority of Minnesota were in for a rude awakening.

Don K. says: My medical premium will go up significantly next year under Obama care. This is a horror story for me Mr. Grehl. I live on a fixed budget and I can’t afford any more.

Artist Spotlight features Jeweler Johanna Berge Dee Slinde says: We are proud to have such a strong arts community in Lanesboro that we are able to showcase and support the amazing talents of artists like Johanna Berge in our area. The Lanesboro Arts Center and the Cornucopia Artist Spotlight is such a vibrant and integral part of the quality of life we enjoy in Lanesboro! As both a resident and representative of our community, I thank you for bringing your show to us! Welcome! Dee Slinde, Executive Director, Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce

Bullying in politics NCLoon says: Would Mr. Gudmonson please share with us where he gathered all of the data regarding cost of living comparisons between Rushford and “California”? Is this simply his observations, or can he provide verifiable proof? I’ve conducted a search on cost of living comparisons and, while I could not find one that specifically targets Rushford, I was unable to find ANY study that showed it cost more to live in CA than Rushford. Sorry, but your selectively cherry-picking of a certain taxes and expenses does not accurately represent the true costs.

Guest Commentary: The continuing success of the ACA Dale Eppen says: Herb, I am so happy you like Obama Care. I also assume you like half a billion dollars taken away from Medicare. Please tell me what you lost in coverage. Mad Mike says: All you liberal’s think a like. You read what you want to read and listen to what fits your agenda. There’s supposed to be separation between the President and the media, can there be fairness in reporting when you know – ABC News executive producer Ian Cameron is married to Susan Rice, Obama’s National Security Adviser. CBS President David Rhodes is the brother of Ben Rhodes, Obama’s National Security Adviser. ABC News correspondent Claire Shipman is married to White House Press Secretary Jay Carney. ABC News reporter Matthew Jaffe is married to Katie Hogan, Obama’s Deputy Press Secretary. ABC President Ben Sherwood is the brother of Obama’s Special Adviser Elizabeth Sherwood. The soon to be host of Meet the Press, Chuck Todd is married to Kristian Todd the National Democrat Party Spokesman. Maybe that explains the Republicans crying foul that main street media is bias.

There’s a new Sheriff in town Kaase got my vote says: With this interview kaase got my vote! We need change in the county and he seems to be the guy to give it! He acknowledged the drug problems we have in the county rather then turned his head! He has also always been a part of the community even while working for rochester which shows his dedication to his community! However I think seeing a debate between the two candidates in a public setting would be helpful for the county to get their questions and concerns out there!! Two dogs says: Why would Mr. Kaase want to take a pay cut of $30,000 dollar a year plus to take this job? How would it affect his son who is employed by the sheriff’s dept.? Would this be a conflict of interest? I don’t know either candidate. Just some concerns I have as a concerned citizen and tax payer.

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C ommentary Why government fails, and what we should do about it

ernment performance don’t stir the passions. Progress comes slowly, the media’s not especially interested in the tedious story of building competence, and politicians themselves look for home runs, not singles. They want to make grand proposals, not spend their time digging into the nuts and bolts of fixing bureaucracies. Moreover, as political scientist Paul C. Light has amply demonstrated, government failures happen for a long list of reasons that cannot be fixed easily, painlessly or quickly. Sometimes problems are rooted in policies that were ill-conceived, too complicated, or not well communicated. Sometimes the policies were fine, but the resources necessary to implement them were inadequate or misused. Politics often gets in the way of good policy, with efforts to undermine programs by making their implementation difficult or by cutting staffs and budgets. There are organizational and institutional problems, poor oversight, poor leadership — no matter how good a policy, if good people aren’t available to carry it out, it will fail —

and government’s alarming difficulty attracting and keeping highly qualified administrators. Often, leaders are bored by the nitty-gritty of management. Still, these are challenges, not barriers. If our political leaders wanted to focus on improving government management and policy implementation, there’s no shortage of fixes they could make. • They could ensure that federal agencies use pilot and trial programs much more frequently than they do now. • They could mandate better and more rigorous evaluation procedures and the use of metrics that lay bare what works and what doesn’t. There’s more attention being paid these days to efficacy than there used to be, but it’s still a trickle compared to what’s needed. • They could avoid rushing to announce programs, strive to get it right rather then get it quickly, and pay as much attention to followthrough as to the launch. Think about long term, not the next election, and make sure the mission is sharply defined.

• They could devote far more attention to how government will recruit, retain, and train the smart, highly qualified workers we need to carry out ever-more-complex programs. And they could vow to reduce the number of political appointees in favor of filling most positions on the basis of merit. • They should certainly flatten the chain of command and reduce the layers of bureaucracy within federal departments and agencies, so that it’s easier for top administrators to see what’s taking place on the front lines. • In the case of Congress, it needs to ensure that vigorous oversight of programs becomes a habit, not the rarity it is now. All of us want government to fail less often, whatever our political stripe. So here’s my suggestion: As election season approaches, insist that your favored candidate work harder on making government more effective and efficient. Lee Hamilton is Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

By Lee H. Hamilton As election season approaches, I’ve been pondering a crucial issue about the role of government in our society. It’s that our government often fails — and that we need to address this. What’s odd is that while the Lee H. frequent failures Hamilton in government’s performance are very much on ordinary people’s minds, politicians don’t talk much about fixing them. True, you might hear a few words about the issue when members are back in their districts this month revving up their re-election campaigns, but for the most part they’ll be focused on issues like jobs and the economy. This is understandable, because that’s what their constituents expect to hear about.

But it’s also a shame, because we need a healthy dialogue about why government often fails and how to fix it. There’s ample cause for concern. The VA appointments scandal; the botched launch of the Affordable Care Act; duplicative programs to help low-income families; the 28 years of missed inspections that led to the explosion of the fertilizer plant in West, Texas; scandals at the General Services Administration and the Secret Service; a broken federal appointments process; the regulatory screwups that contributed to the Great Recession; auto recalls that should have happened much sooner than they did; the failure to prevent the 9/11 terrorist attacks by sharing information within government; bridge collapses and infrastructure failures.... There’s a long and dispiriting list of occasions when the federal government has fallen short. Yet the issues surrounding gov-

Letter about “Bullying in politics” To the Editor, Stan Gudmundson’s ignorance of or contempt for one of the most basic and precious precepts of the American system of governance is on technicolor display in his August 4 commentary (Bullying in politics). Gudmundson asks, “Who has given judges the authority to overrule the decision of the people? What’s sacrosanct here?” The answer to both questions is clear and simple: The Constitution. Article III states, “The judicial power shall extend to all cases..” That’s about as clear as it gets. Clear, too, are the myriad evils that have been made illegal by court rulings. Thank goodness for that, thanks to the Supreme Court: •States can no longer enforce Jim Crow laws that brutalized black people (Brown v. Board of Education, 1954); •Cops can no longer legally beat confessions out of suspects (Miranda v. Arizona, 1966); •Interracial couples can no longer be denied the privileges and protections of marriage (Loving v. Virginia, 1967); and •Married couples can no longer be denied legal access to information about contraceptives (Griswold v. Connecticut, 1965). That’s a very brief sampling of how judicial review has made this country better. Gudmundson doesn’t have to like every decision made by every court. But he has no business confusing his personal preference with the law of the land as established by the Constitution. Steven Schild Winona, MN

Summary of Fillmore County Primary Election results Summary of Fillmore County Totals •Number of persons registered as of 7 a.m.: 11,789 •Number of persons registered on Election Day: 54 •Number of accepted regular, armed forces and temporarily overseas absentee ballots: 30 •Number of federal office only absentee ballots: 0 •Number of presidential absentee ballots: 0 •Total number of persons voting: 1,315 Special Election for County Commissioner District #3 •Roger Sanford (NP): 87 •Fred Scheevel (NP): 110 •Harry W. Root (NP): 144 •Mark Gusa (NP): 40

U.S. Senator •Steve Carlson (IP): 11 •Kevin Terrell (IP): 0 •Jack Shepard (IP): 4 •Stephen Williams (IP): 5 •Tom Books (IP): 2 •David Carlson (R): 105 •O. Savior (R): 13 •Jim Abeler (R): 69 •Mike McFadden (R): 439 •Patrick D. Munro (R): 17 •Sandra Henningsgard (DFL): 44 •Al Franken (DFL): 556 U.S. Representative District #1 •Jim Hagedorn (R): 252 •Aaron Miller (R): 398 •Tim Walz (DFL): 551 Governor & Lt. Governor •Hannah Nicollet and Tim

Gieseke (IP): 22 •Marty Seifert and Pam Myhra (R): 115 •Kurt Zellers and Dean Simpson (R): 116 •Merrill Anderson and Mark Anderson (R): 49 •Jeff Johnson and Bill Kuisle (R): 289 •Scott Honour and Karin Housley (R): 73 •Bill Dahn and James Vigliotti (DFL): 19 •Leslie Davis and Gregory K. Soderberg (DFL): 56 •Mark Dayton and Tina Smith (DFL): 519 Secretary of State •Bob Helland (IP): 7 •David A. Singleton (IP): 15 •Dan Severson (R): 573

•Steve Simon (DFL): 171 •“Dick” Franson (DFL): 165 •Gregg A. Iverson (DFL): 148 State Auditor •Patrick Dean (IP): 21 •Randy Gilbert (R): 556 •Matt Entenza (DFL): 174 •Rebecca Otto (DFL): 366 Attorney General •Brandan Borgos (IP): 21 •Scott Newman (R): 349 •Sharon Anderson (R): 266 •Lori Swanson (DFL): 534 Party Abbreviations IP - Independence R - Republican DFL - Democratic-FarmerLabor NP - Nonpartisan

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ment only. Group rates are available to organizations such as schools, scouts, churches, etc. with 15 or more admissions. Niagara Cave is a very exciting and informational learning experience for any group no matter what the age. Reservations are required for group tours. Reservations are not required for regular cave tours or smaller groups. The cave is a constant 48 degrees so a light jacket or sweatshirt is recommended. Niagara Cave is not a bat habitat for those who may be a bit squeamish, so there are no worries there. Proper walking shoes are recommended and high heels or bare feet are not allowed in the cave for safety reasons. Photos are allowed during regular tours of Niagara Cave but not allowed during lantern tours. In addition to Mark and Jenny and their two sons, Ryan and Aaron, Niagara Cave employs 15 - 20 guides giving area youth a job and helping to support the local economy. For more information about Niagara Cave visit niagaracave. com or phone (800) 837-6606 or (507) 886-6606. To view additional photos of Niagara Cave and its activities visit the Facebook page of the Fillmore County Journal.

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be seen in different locations throughout the cave. On the one hour guided tour you will encounter several species of fossils that lived millions of years before the dinosaurs, some being dated to over 400 million years, according to the website, niagaracave.com. Niagara Cave is a live developing cave. “Though it is continuously changing the growth of formations and the erosion of passages is extremely slow so that it is indiscernible in a human lifetime,” stated Bishop. After touring the cave Bishop hopes that people will have a greater appreciation for nature and the power of time and water and added that the family enjoys providing an opportunity for people from all over the planet to experience a truly fascinating and beautiful piece of mother nature that is Niagara Cave. Niagara Cave’s hours are Preseason: Weekends in April and daily in May - 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Regular Season: Memorial Weekend - Labor Day daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Post Season: daily in September - 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Weekends in October and, and Off Season: by appoint-

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Preston Historical Society announces raffle winners The Preston Historical Society conducted the drawing for the winners of the recent raffle fundraiser at their August Society meeting. Proceeds from the raffle will be used toward the caboose restoration and other Historical Society projects. The Society would again like to thank F & M Community Bank for providing matching funds of $1,000 ($1 for each ticket sold). Preston businesses and individuals, listed below were also gracious to provide the many prizes. •3-night downtown St. Paul lodging in Historical House Apartment - John & Helen Buche ($375 value): Deb Larson, Preston •Nike Driver - Greg & Bonnie Davids ($300 value): Mary Rolli, Spring Valley

•2 Commonweal Theater Tickets - KFIL ($60 value): Mark Sikkink, Preston •Wilson Putter - Greg & Bonnie Davids ($60 value): Kate Serfling, Preston •Gift Certificate – Branding Iron ($50 value): Eric Scheevel, Preston •Gift Certificate – Sweet Stop & Sandwich Shoppe ($50 value): Cherrie Brink, Preston •Grapevine Wreath – Greg Dornink ($50 value): Scott Taubert, Bloomington, Ill. •Titleist pro v1 golf balls - Greg & Bonnie Davids ($48 value): Lois Ray, Preston •MN Gopher fleece blanket Sheila Craig ($40 value): Eric Scheevel, Preston •Afghan - Ila Olstad ($35 value),

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Obituaries

infant son; and an infant brother. A gathering of family and friends was held Friday, August 15, 2014 at Hoff Funeral & CremaBillie Virginia Hansen Billie Virginia Hansen, 92 of tion Service in Rushford. Funeral Rushford, Minn., died Wednes- service was Saturday, August 16 at day, August 13, 2014 at Good the funeral home with visitation one hour prior. Pastor Kristin Rice Shepherd Lutheran Home. Billie was born February 7, 1922 officiated. Burial followed at Rose in Anoka County to Theodore Creek Cemetery in rural Austin. and Marie (Dosh) Jensen. She Lyla A. Kahoun graduated from Albert Lea High School and attended teacher’s col- Lyla A. Kahoun, 90, of Rushford, lege in Mankato during the war. Minn., died on Monday, August She taught for a few years and 11, 2014, at the was united in marriage to Fred Good ShepHansen on August 25, 1947 near herd LutherHayward, Minn. They lived in an Home in Hayward until 1955 then moved Rushford. to Winona County in 1966. In Lyla was 1980 after retirement, Billie and born on March 1924, Fred relocated to Rushford and 13, in Norway Lyla A. Kahoun lived on a farm. In her spare time, Billie enjoyed Township of reading novels on Geography and Fillmore County, Minn. to John United States history and tending and Hannah (Austad) Eggebakto her flower gardens. She was ken. She was raised on the home proud that she lived in eight coun- farm and attended country school ties throughout her lifetime. She near there. Lyla was united in marriage with John Kahoun on Octowill be missed by many. Billie is survived by her chil- ber 12, 1943, in Rushford. She dren, Eugene “Gene” Hansen of farmed along-side her husband on Rushford, Karen Hansen of Min- her family’s farm where she lived neapolis, and Kathryn “Kathie” all of her life. Lyla enjoyed raising Hansen of Great Falls, Mont.; her many chickens and driving grandchildren, Nathan (fiancée tractor. In her younger years, Lyla Michelle) Hansen, Michelle Han- did housework for neighbors and sen, Michael ( ) friends and was always willing to Hansen and Melissa Hansen. She lend a helping hand to anyone was preceded in death by her par- who needed it. She loved bakents, Theodore and Marie; hus- ing and eating pie. Lyla enjoyed band, Fred, in February 1994; an following her husband’s interest

in politics and especially enjoyed their memorable trip to Washington D.C. More than anything else, she enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and sister. Lyla was a member of Emanuel Episcopal Church in Rushford where she was active in the women’s group. She is survived by her three children: Joan Kinneberg of Rushford, John (Mary) Kahoun of Rushford, and Louane (Jeff) Davidson of Choice, Minn.; nine grandchildren: JoDee (Brent), Jared (Jen), Jed (Melisa), John (Jenny), Amy (Jon), Matthew , Kendra (Trever), Marcus, and Mitchell (Jessi); sister, Helen Kopperud; brother-inlaw, Delbert (Christine) Kahoun; sister-in-law, Loretta Kahoun; and by many nieces and nephews. Lyla was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Jerome; and two grandchildren, Dean and Kimberly. The funeral service was at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 15, at Rushford Lutheran Church in Rushford with the Rev. Brenda Ziebell officiating. Visitation was from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 14 at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Serivce in Rushford and one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Burial will be in the Rushford Oak Grove City Cemetery. The family prefers memorials to the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home or to Emmanuel Episcopal Church.

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New ambulance director selected for Spring Valley By Gary Peterson A new ambulance director has been named for Spring Valley. Todd Jones informed the Council that Brett Rima of Thief River Falls has accepted the position starting Sept. 2. Previously an offer of employment had been made to Ryan Marking and he declined the offer. Todd Jones said that he was glad the issue has been settled. Speaking to members of the Spring Valley Ambulance Service it appears as though they are anxious to work with the new director. Another issue concerning the ambulance operation was action by the council setting minimum requirements for on call time for members. Currently members are expected to be on call for 48 hours of each month. The fact that this has been a long time issue with trying to fill spots on the sched-

ule prompted the council to set the minimum number of hours to respond for call outs to 30 hours. Members will be required to respond and if they don’t, there will be a sit down and to discuss what issues are preventing them from responding. A second warning in writing will be given to the volunteer and then a third time will result in a termination of the volunteer. The televising of the city sewer system will be continued as many areas are found to be requiring repair. This week the televising will be concentrated at Pleasant and Washington. An additional cost of $25,000 will be required to complete Pleasant and Washington and the South East section of the city. Approval was also granted to install at airline at the fire station.

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

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sign a resolution stating that the acquisition is a positive move for the City of Mabel. A motion to sign the resolution was passed. Sean Welty and Mike Hastreiter from Davy Engineering were at the meeting to update the council on the project. Welty presented three change orders to the council. The first change order will allow Jech Excavating to recycle millings taken from the streets for the sub-base on the new streets. The price of the change was quoted at $35,030.16, but can fluctuate depending on the amount of millings used. The price will be adjusted at the end of the project. The second change order was also from Jech Excavating and pertained to the tracer wire used for detecting metallic pipes underground. Rural Development approved changing to a different tracer wire method, and the Minnesota Rural Water Asso-

ciation requires the change. The price was quoted at $39,019.70. The third change order was for the extra time the gas company needed to complete their portion of the project at the wastewater plant. The company installed meters that were too small at first and had to be replaced with bigger ones which delayed the project. There was no additional cost. All change orders were approved by the council. Welty also presented a payment request from Hoskins Electric Inc. in the amount of $3,239.40 for a project that they’ve completed, and a partial payment request from Jech Excavating for the underground utility work in the amount of $66,145.81 for all unit price items. Both payment requests were approved by the council. The minutes from the July 9, 2014 meeting were reviewed and approved. The monthly bills were reviewed and approved for payment.

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Monday, August 18, 2014 The city received one bid from Bangs Electric for the Main Street lighting project. The project will include retrofitting the wiring in the existing streetlights to save on costs and will be done during the road construction later this summer. A motion was passed awarding the project to Bangs Electric. The Mabel Lions Club applied for a liquor license for September 6 and 7 during Mabel’s Steam Engine Days. The council approved the application. A fireworks application for the fireworks display during Steam Engine Days was also approved. The city currently has discounted pricing available for non-profit groups who wish to rent the big room at the community center. A non-profit organization recently requested information on discounted pricing for the meeting room at the community center, and City Clerk Karen Larson determined that there is none in place at this time. The council voted to approve a discounted rate of $30 for the meeting room and $60 for both the meeting room and kitchen for non-profit groups. Due to some extra money in the grant from the state, Fillmore County has AED training equipment available for cities in the county to use at no cost. Training classes using the equipment for the ambulance crew and for community ed are being considered. The meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be held September 10, 2014 at 7 p.m.

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College News Dean’s/President’s List •Viterbo University, La Crosse, Wis.: Stefani Elliott, Tia Gurtner, and Stephanie Prinsen of Chatfield, Minn.; Autumn Mulhern of Fountain, Minn.; Rebecca Bakke and Jacob Prinsen of Preston, Minn.; and Steven Koenen, Morgan McManimon-Myers and Amy Todd of Rushford, Minn. •Bethel University, St. Paul, Minn.: Abigail Stocker and Samantha Stocker of Peterson, Minn. Chancellor’s Award •University of WisconsinStout, Menomonie, Wis.: JD Eddy, Lanesboro, Minn.; and Megan Hockens, LeRoy, Minn. Graduations •Western Technical College, La Crosse, Wis.: Lindsey Ardinger (Medical Assistant) of Mabel, Minn.; Carrie Kelly (Nursing - Associate Degree) of Rushford, Minn. •Viterbo University, La Crosse, Wis.: Stefani Elliott (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) and Tia Gurtner (Bachelor of Arts in History) of Chatfield; Rebecca Bakke (Bachelor of Science in Psychology), Andrea Matson (Bachelor of Science in English) and Jacob Prinsen (Bachelor of Business Administration in

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Marketing) of Preston; Brittany Agrimson (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), Steven Koenen (Bachelor of Science in Biology) and Morgan McManimonMyers (Bachelor of Science in Community-Medical Dietetics) of Rushford. •Bethel University, St. Paul, Minn.: Abigail Stocker (BA in English Lit and Writing) of Peterson, Minn. •UW-Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wis.: Alexander Guderian (Arts and Sciences, mathematics) and Kelly Vogen (Education and Human Sciences, social work) of Chatfield; Kayli Hareldson (Education and Human Sciences, elementary education) of Fountain, Minn.; Grace Glor (Education and Human Sciences, kinesiology) of Lanesboro, Minn.

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AWANA springs up in the Rushford Peterson Valley By Kirsten Zoellner Awana, an international nonprofit ministry for children in kindergarten through high school, will see its first club in Fillmore County this fall, piggybacking on the success of clubs in Houston County (Spring Grove) and Winona County (St. Charles and Winona). Started in 1941 in Chicago, the ministry currently reaches over 22,000 churches or communities and has reached children in 110 countries across the world and leaders believe that the need is there. “This is a generation that we’re losing from the church,” stresses organizer Jenny Prinsen. “It’s been shown that kids will establish their faith by age 14. It’s a critical time for them and they need as much involvement from the family as possible. It’s meant to be a well-rounded program.” Geared to be offered through local churches, AWANA’s goal is to reach kids where they’re at and walk alongside them in their faith journey through a fun, engaging atmosphere. “It takes kids through the Bible and shows how the Bible applies to everyday life,” adds Prinsen. “It’s a way to support Sunday School, not replace it. The basis is to get into scripture, work on memorization, and really understand the Bible.” While regional clubs have been growing, Prinsen notes the desire to have something right in Fillmore County. “A number of us had been driving eight or nine kids to Spring Grove for AWANA. We thought, ‘Why don’t we start a group here?’” The majority are participants are currently from Pleasant Valley Church in Winona, which is sponsoring the Rushford Peterson AWANA club, but volunteers from other churches are also eager to participate. Also assisting with the local, non-denominational

club are representatives of Root River Community Church and Rushford Lutheran Church. The Rushford Peterson AWANA club will begin with offerings for kids in grades K-6. Club Nights will include “Handbook Time,” that delves into individual Bible verse study and memorization, followed by small group games centered on verses. “That encourages a bit of competition,” adds Prinsen. “Kids like that.” Also included in each evening are a song time and large group teaching with local pastors or other speakers. Groups are led by trained adult community volunteers from various churches. “We try to have a theme each week, tying it all together if we can,” notes Prinsen. The Rushford Peterson AWANA club will kick off with a rally registration night September 17, at the Peterson Middle School, from 6-7:30 p.m. Club Nights will be each Wednesday, from 6-7:30 p.m., beginning October 1, at the school. There is a small cost for those wanting to have a club uniform and handbook. Scholarships are available if needed. The club is seeking volunteers to provide attention to a small group of children as they recite verses they have learned from their handbook and child care helpers for Awana leaders who have children too young to currently participate. “This is a great opportunity for adults and teens to serve the Lord and volunteer in our community.” For more information visit www.awana.org or contact Jenny Prinsen at jprinsen99@gmail. com or Ben Ekern at bekern@ acegroup.cc. You can also find more at www.facebook.com/ RushfordPetersonAWANA.

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State loses 4,200 jobs in July

Unemployment rate steady at 4.5 percent ST. PAUL – Minnesota lost 4,200 jobs in July, according to seasonally adjusted figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The state’s unemployment rate remained unchanged in July at 4.5 percent. The U.S. unemployment rate in July was 6.2 percent. June figures have been revised downward by 3,600 jobs. Over the past 12 months, the state has gained 68,344 jobs, a 2.5 percent growth rate, compared with a U.S. growth rate of 1.9 percent during that period. Every year, July has a drop in the number of jobs on a seasonally unadjusted basis. According to DEED officials, recent divergences due to seasonal adjustment lessen confidence that Minnesota’s seasonally adjusted estimates are accurately reflecting recent trends in job growth. “July’s employment change appears disappointing, however, this is the smallest percentage decline in jobs for a July since 1999,” said DEED Commissioner Katie Clark Sieben. “Minnesota’s economic indicators remain positive, and underlying

employment data continue to look strong.” The sectors that added jobs in July were trade, transportation and utilities (up 1,600), manufacturing (up 700), leisure and hospitality (up 600), and other services (up 200). Logging and mining, and professional and business services held steady. The following sectors lost jobs in July: education and health services (down 5,300), information (down 1,000), construction (down 700), financial activities (down 200) and government (down 100). The July employment losses in education and health services were the most on record, driven by job cuts in private education. Over the past year, sectors that added jobs were government (up 21,513), professional and business services (up 11,667), manufacturing (up 9,505), education and health services (up 9,023), construction (up 8,260), trade, transportation and utilities (up 5,658), leisure and hospitality (up 4,456), and logging and mining (up 636). Financial activities (down 1,152), other services (down

860) and information (down 362) lost jobs in the past year. In the Metropolitan Statistical Areas, the following regions gained jobs in the past 12 months: St. Cloud MSA (up 2.8 percent), Minneapolis-St. Paul MSA (up 2.6 percent), Mankato MSA (up 2.4 percent), Rochester MSA (up 1 percent) and Duluth-Superior MSA (up 0.9 percent). DEED is the state’s principal economic development agency, promoting business recruitment, expansion and retention, workforce development, international trade and community development. For more details about the agency and our services, visit us at http://mn.gov/deed/ . Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/ mndeed.

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Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com be replaced. However, Strauss noted that the county cannot Continued from Page 1 proceed with sidewalk reconthe project by property owner struction on the street if the assessment. Road, curb, and existing sidewalks reside within gutter are currently $654 per private property lines, as they linear foot of property, while currently appear to. “The base sidewalk rates are assessed at mapping is only approximate, a different value. No assess- but usually the county’s GIS ments are being applied along system is fairly accurate.” Furthe southern portion of the ther determination of where project, along Church Street, as the right of way lies along the there will be no curb and gutter, roadway would need to take just roadway. place before the county can The water main upgrades move ahead with reconstructing under the Mill Street portion the sidewalk. “We really need of the project will also see work everyone’s cooperation or it isn’t while the roadway is disrupted. going to work,” added Strauss, According to Strauss, service discussing what happens if the main to the property, is 100 sidewalks lie on private proppercent assessable to the property. “It has to be in the right of erty, since it directly benefits it. way. If not, it’s probably going The only thing not current- to be a city-funded project.” ly figured into the report is The project schedule will any upgrades to roadway light- give the city time to delve into ing that the city may want to details. The city has approved make. The city has considered the changes to the feasibility upgrading wiring and conduit report, entered into agreement to city lighting during the proj- with the county, and scheduled ect. “This is a good opportu- a public hearing regarding the nity for the community to do project for September 10, at 7 any replacement or updating p.m., at city hall. of infrastructure when you can,” Another key issue facing added Strauss. “My recommen- the city is the upcoming bond dation, if you find out Church referendum for the RushfordStreet water is under the road- Peterson School District. Folway, this would be the time to lowing the December 2012 do it so you don’t disrupt the referendum, which was denied roadway again.” by voters, the district Superin Sidewalks along Church tendent Chuck Ehler had said Street are still one catch point he’d gleaned several things from in the project. The city has the process including the need heard that sidewalks along the to keep the Peterson facility west side of the road, currently open. Currently, the elementary buried under inches of sod, will and high school grades utilize

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Monday, August 18, 2014 the Rushford facilities, while the Peterson facility operates as a middle school. At the council meeting, Ehler and school board chair John Linder were on hand to discuss recent changes to debt equalization from the state and the effect it has on the district’s facilities plans. Also presented was documentation from the 1990 consolidation of the districts. In those documents, the site was divided into three parcels with specific rights to each. Should the district choose to lease or sell Parcel 3, which includes the building, the city has the option to purchase Parcel 2 for $100. That parcel includes the property south of the building and east of the park. At that time, the district’s interests in Parcel 1, the west and park area, terminates. “We are moving forward with a referendum for an early childhood-12 facility,” noted Ehler. “What we gleaned from 2012, through feedback, was that people wanted a one and done project.” At that time, the district had been considering a $15 million early childhoodgrade 5 facility. Now, new debt equalization legislation makes the district eligible to potentially see 55 percent funding from the state for the proposed $38 million project. Should the referendum succeed, the district would construct the new facility in Rushford, at a site adjacent to the current athletic complex, and close the Peterson school.

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Mayor Jennifer Wood questioned Ehler on the debt equalization policy, following a recent discussion with a policy specialist for the state. “You said, or I heard, that the state would pay for one school only, but the state has no policy of that.” “Debt equalization was written for one facility,” responded Ehler. “This is an opportunity to move the district ahead, longterm.” “Do you have plans for the building in Peterson?” asked Councilor Gail Boyum. “No,” Ehler responded. “The city of Rushford is in a similar predicament and has secured an architect familiar with restoration of buildings with historic value. The majority of the board takes the position that it’s a community asset. We hope, as a community, you know that the district is willing to work with the city to repurpose the facility. Don’t look at it as a negative. It could be positive. It’s a nice facility. We ask you to work with the district as well.” The council proceeded with several questions for the district before it was opened up to the public in attendance for comment. “What’s going to happen it if fails?” asked Don Boyum. “I already talked to a guy who said I should sell my farm and move away. With talk like that, there’s no way I would support it. People have to know.” Ehler noted that should the referendum fail, the board,

Public Notification of Intent to File Application

The City of Ostrander has filed an application for financial assistance with USDA Rural Development. The specific purpose of this application is to undertake renovations to the sanitary sewer collection and water distribution systems, and construct a new water storage tower. Any written comments regarding this application should be provided within fifteen (15) days of this publication to: USDA Rural Development, 1810 30th Street NW Suite #3, Faribault, MN 55021. Requests to receive a copy of this application should be directed to this office.

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which would include three new members in next January after this November’s election, would come together and do an analysis. “Here’s the thing,” added Linder, “The state kicks in 55 percent.” “That’s not guaranteed,” added Boyum. “No, that’s not,” answered Ehler. “Here’s what would happen. The state agreed to kick in ‘x’ number of dollars. We would go back with another plan. Something has to be done. For what you’re getting, the value the school is getting is second to none. This is going to make us sustainable district moving forward.” “You’re representing the people. We have to know what you’re going to do,” echoed Boyum. The state has determined how property is taxed for schools and the district is subject to those determinations. “The bond is more, but more is coming from the state. The impact is going to be relatively the same,” said Linder, referencing the $15 million vs. $38 million projects. “You have an opportunity in front of you that only one other district in the state has,” added Ehler. “But we’re going to be deeper in debt,” noted Boyum. “Not really,” responded Ehler. “You’re going to address an issue and make the district more sustainable.” “And what if the state pulls one and doesn’t provide the funding, like they did a few years back?” “It’s a bond issue and right now, it’s cheap,” noted Linder. “The state has promised to repay. If the state pulls the pin, it would send the cost of the bond through the roof and I don’t think the legislature would do that.” “We want you to be assured that we’re willing to work with you if the bond referendum is successful on how you want to utilize the facility, move forward. We’re aware of the sensitivity and sense of loyalty to Peterson,” added Ehler. “In order for people to vote, they need a vision for what could happen. What I’m gathering from the board is that it’s a community asset. I worry about that. I don’t want a vacant property,” stated Councilor Gail Boyum. “You said you wouldn’t come to us about Peterson, so we never thought about it. We need more time.” Due to the length of the agenda, the city opted to end the discussion with the district at that point of the meeting in favor of discussing at a later date. Length and bulk of the city’s meetings have been recurring issues, with the city having just one council meeting per month. The council voted to change the meeting schedule to include a second meeting each month. The council will now meet the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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‘Blood Brother’ documentary film will be shown at the St. Mane Theatre In a partnership with Frozen River Film Festival, Lanesboro Arts Center will host a screening of ‘Blood Brother’, which won the 1st Place and People’s Choice Winner of the January 2014 festival held in Winona, Minn. The film will be shown on Friday, August 22, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Mane Theatre in Lanesboro, Minnesota. Tickets are $5/$3 for LAC members, available in advance at Lanesboro Arts Center, 507-467-2446, and at the St. Mane Theatre beginning at 6:30 p.m. on film night. The film tells the story of Rocky Braat, a young man from a fractured family and a troubled past, who went traveling through India without a plan. Then he met a group of HIV-positive children living in an orphanage — a meeting that changed everything for him. “To be honest with you, I didn’t really like kids,” writes Rocky in a blog post. “I went to an orphanage for HIV- positive children in Chennai, India off a recommendation from a

friend-of-a-friend. The only reason we flew into Chennai was because the flights were cheaper. Shortly after a week, my friend and I both wanted to leave. The suffering at the orphanage was more than I could bear; the heat, the smell, the discomfort and the mosquitoes. We booked flights and said goodbye to the kids. But on the train ride to the airport, something hit me: I’m turning the suffering off, but those kids can’t. I knew I couldn’t take any of them out of that situation, but I could put myself into it. The thought was enough to cancel our flights and turn us around.” Rocky left his life, friends, and career in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to live with the kids. Steve Hoover, his best friend and filmmaker, was unsettled and intrigued by this drastic action. In an effort to find out what compelled Rocky to give up every source of stability in his life, Hoover decided to trace Rocky’s story, following him to India. He witnessed

Rocky and the kids endure disease, abject poverty, and death. But, strangest of all, in the midst of these troubles, he also saw their deep joy. And he came to understand why Rocky had given up everything he had to experience it. ‘Blood Brother’ is a story of friendship. It’s a story of a life, stripped down to its essence. Most of all, it is a story about love, enduring in the face of death. ‘Blood Brother’” has won numerous national and international awards, such as the Sundance 2013 Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award, Hot Docs 2013 Audience Award, Thessaloniki Documentary Festival Audience Award - International Section, Atlanta 2013 Audience Award for Best Feature, Milano Film Festival Awards Best Documentary, Gdansk Documentary Festival Audience Award, and Big Sky Documentary Festival Best Feature. This film is presented in Lanesboro in partnership with Frozen River Film

Festival (FRFF), chosen for this screening based on overwhelming response by audiences at events held in Winona, Minn. in January 2014; more information about the FRFF annual festival at www.frff.org. Lanesboro Arts Center is located at 103 Parkway Ave N. in Lanesboro, Minnesota. The St. Mane Theatre is

located one block north of the galleries, at 206 Parkway Ave N. Lanesboro Arts Center serves the community as a regional catalyst for artistic excellence and educational development in providing diverse art experiences for people of all ages. 507-467-2446 / info@lanesboroarts.org / www. lanesboroarts.org.

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Department of Revenue reminds homeowners and renters of upcoming property tax refund deadline

The Austin ArtWorks Festival takes over downtown Austin this weekend to showcase a wide range of arts activities and events on Saturday the 23 and Sunday the 24. The two day event will be centered at the Historic Downtown Power Plant at 501 4th Avenue NE. It will feature visual, performing, media and literary artists. Saturday’s schedule runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday the schedule is 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is the third year for the festival, which has grown each year. A new event this year is a

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Revenue is reminding homeowners and renters that the due date to file for a 2013 property tax refund is Aug. 15, 2014. State law provides for a one-year grace period to claim these refunds, however, the sooner the return is filed, the sooner the refund can be issued. The grace period for the 2012 property tax refund ends on Aug. 15, 2014. The property tax refund expires after this date and homeowners and renters will not be able to claim it. “We encourage every eligible taxpayer to file for their property tax refund. This refund, particularly with this year’s increase, helps thousands of Minnesota homeowners and renters with relief from property taxes. Thousands of taxpayers miss out on their property tax refunds each year by failing to file their return,” said Revenue Commissioner Myron Frans. “The August 15 deadline is fast approaching and we want to make sure eligible taxpayers do not miss out on their refunds because they fail to file.” A new law signed on May 20, 2014, increased property tax refunds for Minnesota homeowners and renters. For 2013 returns only, the law increases the Homestead Credit Refund (for Homeowners) by 3 percent and the Renter’s Property Tax Refund by 6 percent. The average 2013 refund is $837 for homeowners and $643 for renters. The department offers some tips for homeowners and renters: •Find out if you qualify for a property tax refund. Rent-

Spare Arts Motorcycle Show, which will take over two blocks on Main Street on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will feature the art of custom-built motorcycles. For a complete schedule and more details, go to www.austinareaarts.org. The Festival also includes a Music in the Outfield Concert on Saturday the 23 at 7:30 p.m. at Marcusen Park. It will feature Cloud Cult and Pert Near Sandstone. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 the day of the concert. Tickets are available online at www.austinareaarts.org

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ers and homeowners that meet certain household income requirements may be eligible. To see if you qualify visit our website. •Update your address. Let us know if your address has changed. Filers who have moved since filing their return should contact the department immediately to update their address. This can be done 24 hours a day, 7 days a week using our automated phone system at 651-296-4444 or toll free at 800-657-3676.

•Direct Deposit. Direct Deposit is the fastest way to receive your refund. Filers should be sure their bank account will still be open in July, August, and September when the refunds go out. •Check the status of your refund online. Filers can check the status of their refund on our homepage by clicking the “Where’s My Refund?” link. Follow the latest news and updates from the Minnesota Department of Revenue on Twitter and Facebook.

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Houston prospects possible radium treatment plant By Angie Rodenburg On August 11, the Houston City Council held a meeting in which the majority of the topics discussed had to do with the betterment and beautification on the city. One such item was a proposal to make an official archery range in South Park. The DNR has a match grant program that is available to city, county, and regional parks for constructing backstops, fencing, and other features that are essential to developing an archery range. Those involved with the project were hoping to get at least a dozen targets for the range and perhaps get enough financial support to really enhance the archery range’s features. The council was very supportive of the project, particularly due to the recent ordinance that was put in place disallowing the shooting of a bow and arrow in town. The council also felt that having an archery range could be a big draw for residents and visitors alike. The council gave their approval to the parks and recreation department to proceed with the project and apply for the DNR grant. Mayor Connie Edwards presented the council with an idea to beautify the city by installing new benches and banners around town. The city’s current banners are worn or missing and the benches are in rough shape. The council agreed that it would be a good decision to replace the items and formed a committee to make a bench recommendation and banner design. The city will be working with Craig Stanislawski of Wild Exhibits, who specializes in signage. Mayor Edwards suggested that the items be paid for with the unexpected additional funds the city received from the sale of plow truck. They were able to sell

the plow truck for $6,000 more than they originally anticipated getting for it. New benches and signage would not be installed until next spring. The council also discussed the Prairie Meadows infrastructure review. According to the memorandum, the Planning Commission is reviewing ways to encourage home construction in the development and increase the tax capacity of the city. City Administrator Chris Peterson is in the process of gathering asbuilt plans for the locations and elevations of the infrastructure. The plans have been made in the past but have since been lost. City Administrator Peterson requested that the council authorize up to $2,000 for Davy Engineering survey the land. The council decided to table the request until further investigation has been done on tracking down the original plans. The council wanted to avoid paying for the land to be re-surveyed if the plans can still possibly be found. At the meeting, Jim Kochie gave an overview of the possible design considerations for the radium treatment plant. The council decided that building a treatment plant would be the best option for the city, as it would also take care of the city’s iron problem. There was also discussion on where the treatment plant would be built. While no final decision was made, the council did not think that they would need to purchase any additional land for the project. The projected compliance date for the project is January of 2019. The next Houston City Council meeting will be held on Monday, September 8 at 6 p.m. at Houston City Hall.

2014 Minnesota Deer Farmers Association Annual Summer Picnic Saturday, August 23rd 1:30pm-3:30pm • Olson Farm The public is invited to join us at the Olsons’ farm from 1:30- 3:30 pm! The association will host a community ice cream social and attendees will be able to tour the farm, interact with MDFA members and have a nice opportunity to learn about our industry! Directions: We are 9 miles north of Lanesboro , on 250, you come to 30, then go ½ mile west, or 11 miles west of Rushford on State 30 , or 13.5 miles east of Chatfield on State 30. If you find the junction of 30 and 250, 9 miles north of Lanesboro, we are ½ mile west of that intersection, on the south side of the road. Once you hit 30 follow signs and balloons! Our address is 34526 State Hwy 30, Lanesboro MN 55949.

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Artist Spotlight features Jeweler Johanna Berge Lanesboro, Minn. – Artist Johanna Berge looks to nature and what the earth produces as she creates each piece of jewelry for the upcoming Cornucopia Artist Spotlight show at Lanesboro Arts Center. The Spotlight opens on Saturday, August 30 with a reception from 6-8 p.m. and runs through Sept. 28. The reception and the Spotlight are free and open to the public. “For this show, I will be using gems in a more organic/rough/natural form than I usually use,” says the artist. From Rochester, Minnesota, Johanna Berge is a full-time jewelry artist and manufacturer,

with representation in nine galleries throughout the country, ranging from Minnesota to Vail, Colo. and Santa Fe, New Mexico. She started the jewelry business 20 years ago with her daughter, who was nine at the time. The Cornucopia Artist Spotlight serves to highlight the work of selected Juried Sales Gallery artists individually throughout the year; the Juried Sales Gallery itself hosts work by 100+ artists. The Spotlight challenges artists to explore new methods and/or subject matter. The name ‘Cornucopia’ lives on in the Artist Spotlight

program in honor of Lanesboro Arts Center founding members, and in the spirit of the coop of artists that created the energy for this arts center back in 1992. The Lanesboro Arts Center gallery, at 103 Parkway Ave. N. in Lanesboro is open seven days a week through October: MonThurs 10-5, Fri-Sat 10-7, Sun 11-4. Lanesboro Arts Center serves as a regional catalyst for artistic excellence and educational development in providing diverse art experiences for people of all ages. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. 507467-2446 / info@lanesboroarts. org / www.lanesboroarts.org.

Feast on Onion Fest at DreamAcres Farm her husband, Zaraawar Mistry, founded Dreamland Arts, a performance space in St. Paul dedicated to producing new work. Ms. Orr is also an author and an outspoken advocate for the blind and disabled, for an inclusive, accessible society. What I Thought I Saw is a frank and sometimes hilarious telling of life from a unique perspective. On Saturday, August 23, Ms. Orr will offer a special performance of Hand-in-Hand, a show about Hellen Keller and Annie Sullivan that she developed to give the audience the sensation of being without sight. Audience members spend the one-hour show with their eyes closed and must rely on other senses to get a full “picture” of the action. This show will start at 10 a.m. in the DreamAcres barn. It is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Seating is limited for this event,

so please call 507-352-4255 to reserve a chair. Cost is also pay-what-you-can. The Play! in the Barn Series is generously supported by a grant through the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council with funds from the Minnesota State Legislature’s Arts and Culture allocation as approved by a vote of the citizens of Minnesota. The Dreamery Rural Arts Initiative is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting and expanding arts experiences in rural Fillmore County, and to making use of renewable/ sustainable energy sources to do so. Visit websites at www. dreamacresfarm.org. or www. dreameryruralartsinitiative.org. What: Onion Fest on DreamAcres Farm Where: DreamAcres Farm, Wykoff, Minn. When: August 22, 5-10 p.m. Who: all welcome Cost: pay-what-you-can

Second annual Chamber Music Festival in Houston

programs featuring composers Beethoven, Brahms, Faure, Mendelssohn, Mozart, and Schumann, among others. Admission is free. Refreshments following. Donations are encouraged. Full program information and musician biographies can be found at www.chambermusiclive.org For more information, please email chambermusiclive@gmail. com

The Dreamery Rural Arts Initiative welcomes all to Onion Fest, celebrating our diverse, multi-layered society through a multi-layered vegetable. It is an evening layered with food, music and performance at DreamAcres farm on Friday, August 22. Music by the CBBJ Band plays from 6-8 p.m., complementing the farm’s regular pizza service and special onion-inspired menu additions. At 8:30 p.m., Leslye Orr performs her onewoman-show, What I Thought I Saw (or Random Acts of Blindness) about the travails of being legally blind. These events are pay-what-you-can. Leslye Orr is a seasoned Twin Cities actor, having credits with the Children’s Theatre and the Guthrie, among others. Audiences might remember her Dreamery performances of Women Who Drink (2007) and Tales from My Father (2009). About six years ago, she and

Houston, Minn. is playing host to the second Annual Classical Chamber Music Festival, free to the public, August 22-29 featuring four concerts at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 210 South Chase Street, in Houston MN and one concert at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Prince of Peace 21 N Hill Street, in LaCrescent Minn. The series features Houston native, pianist and Artistic Director, Garret Ross, vocalist Alan Dunbar, violinists Emily Cole and Roy Meyer, violist Valerie Little, cellist Ruth Marshall, and pianist Joseph Hauer.

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Musicians. Festival musicians perform regularly with Illinois, Oregon and Minnesota Orchestras; are instructors of music at New York, DePaul, and Winona State Universities; and have performed at concert venues and music festivals internationally. There will be four distinct

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Fountain City Council locks brush dump By Barb Jeffers Due to misuse, the city council of Fountain, Minn. has decided to lock the entrance to the town’s brush dump. During last week’s council meeting, which had been rescheduled from August 7 to August 13, 2014, city maintenance worker John Hanson informed the council that several types of wood had been placed in the brush dump. The brush dump will now be locked with the key to be picked up and signed out at the city office during regular business hours and the load will be inspected either before the key is given out or the brush dump will be checked after the key is returned.

Other action taken by the council included the approval of Consent Agenda Items and approval to accept a bid from Rochester Sand & Gravel in the amount of $44,202.41 for work to be done on Pine Street and Third Street. Hanson updated the council on efforts to receive bids for a snow blower to be mounted on the back of the tractor, a playground slide to replace the current one in the city park which is cracked, and a lawnmower. A resident’s request to have gravel placed in their driveway was discussed. The city will place gravel on the right of way at no expense to the homeowner. The homeowner may pay for gravel and have

Hanson spread the gravel on the resident’s driveway but the homeowner would have to pay an hourly rate. AT&T has been informed the company will need to do a presentation at the September 4, 2014 council meeting to show how a dish would be mounted to the water tower. If a representative does not attend the September meeting, they will have to wait until the October meeting. There was no report from Police Chief Mosher as he was unable to attend the meeting. The council approved to have biosolids taken to the city of Stewartville, who will accept the biosolids at no charge. However, there will be a cost of approxi-

Search for Mrs. Fillmore County announced Applications are being accepted for the title of Mrs. Fillmore County! Mrs. Fillmore County will have the honor of representing her county at the Mrs. Minnesota pageant, which will be held at “Ritsche Auditorium”, March 14, 2015 in St. Cloud, Minn. The woman chosen as “Mrs. Fillmore County” will become an ambassador from the Fillmore County area and will receive the official title and sash!!!

The woman chosen as Mrs. Minnesota will receive a prize package worth $7,000 and the chance to represent Minnesota at the “2015” Mrs. International Pageant in July. The American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” is the Official charity of the Mrs. Minnesota pageant. To learn more visit: www.goredforwomen.org The current reigning “2014 Mrs. Minnesota is Kimberly Stommes of St. Cloud. Traveling all across the state, Kim-

Fillmore Central Scholarship Foundation

The Fillmore Central Scholarship Foundation is a locally supported, non-profit, tax-exempt organization. Operated by a volunteer committee, our purpose is to provide scholarships to graduates of Fillmore Central High School.

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In you are interested in becoming an active volunteer, making a contribution or establishing a scholarship please contact: Fillmore Central Scholarship Foundation %Joyce Hellickson 23997 County 14, Preston, MN 55965

berly speaks on her platform “Driving out Diabetes” American Diabetes Association. Raising Awareness for Diabetes Prevention and Management, Kimberly says after her father was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes it has become even more important to her to share with others how to effectively prevent the onset of diabetes or manage their diabetes to prevent the onset of diabetes - related complications. Kimberly’s goal is to educate and advocate for those with diabetes and keep the awareness alive. For more information: go to www.diabetes.org. Competitions in the pageant are: personal interview, aerobic wear and evening gown. (There are no talent or swimsuit competitions) For married women living in Fillmore County that are interested in applying; Write for a bio-form: MRS. MINNESOTA, International Pageant, P.O. Box 240537, Apple Valley, MN 55124-0537. Or an online application can be filled out on our website: www.mrsminnesota.com or call for information: (952)432-6758 fax: (952)9533896. Email: pagunltd@frontiernet.net.

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mately 2 cents per gallon for hauling out of their facility. Minor improvements scheduled to be done at the WWTP have yet to be accomplished. City Clerk Ronda Flattum will call McGhie & Betts, Inc. to request a replacement for Dave Morrill when Morrill is on vacation. If unable to do so the city may begin looking for a different engineering group. Motion by Jim Schott, seconded by Chad Wangen, to purchase lot #16 on the North side of the Cambern building (formerly Willie’s Grocery and Locker) for the asking price of $10,000. The council approved the purchase of the approximately 25 foot wide by 140 foot long parcel to ensure the road stays open in the future. Approved maintaining council members current yearly

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salaries, however, each council member will now be paid $75 for each special meeting attended. Approved signing a conflict of interest agreement requested by David Drowns. Approved signing an Operations & Maintenance Agreement with PeopleService which includes a 2.10 percent rise in rates. A resident on First Street has approached the city about having access to an alley between his home and the Fountain Building Center. The council recommends the adjoining landowners reach an agreement for its use or the alley will be closed and the property split between the landowners. A preliminary budget meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

SMIF grant deadline approaching By Tim Penny Each year, Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) awards approximately $1 million in grants to schools, communities, and nonprofits in order to strengthen early childhood programming and economic development efforts throughout southern Minnesota. Twice a year, we accept applications for Incentive Grants. The current grant application deadline is September 2. This grant program is designed to support new asset-based collaborative approaches that demonstrate measureable results related to SMIF’s two key program areas: early childhood and economic development. The projects we fund are impactful as they maximize the strengths, talents, and resources of the local community. Our grantees often work with other organizations in unique and effective ways that develop new partnerships and collaboration to address an identified need or opportunity. We also encourage our grant recipients to leverage additional funding and in-kind resources to maximize SMIF’s investment and impact on our region. To provide some sense of how this grant program has benefited community projects, it might be helpful for me to provide a few examples. In the economic development arena, in recent years we have funded three different business incubators in Northfield, Red Wing, and St. James. While all unique projects, these proj-

ects have leveraged additional community resources. For example, St. James accessed an underutilized commercial kitchen in a local school where local food producers now have access to a USDA approved commercial kitchen. Incentive grants helped create incubators in Red Wing and Northfield. These communities are now providing valuable co-working space for small business owners who don’t want or can’t afford their own commercial space. We’ve also awarded a large number of Incentive Grants that focus on collaborative efforts related to early childhood. These grants assist communities in support their overall efforts to improve services for the children, parents, and providers. We have funded efforts in both Brown and Watonwan County to help early childhood providers access the resources they need-like curriculum, trainings, and professional development tools. We know that effective tools for preschool teachers and child care providers go a long way in preparing children for the big step into kindergarten. What can SMIF do for the children and entrepreneurs in your community? If you have a project in mind, visit our website at www.smifoundation.org and click on Applications to review the full guidelines and apply online. As always, I welcome your questions and comments. You can reach me at timp@smifoundation.org.

Greenleafton Reformed Church wishes to thank the following people and organizations for helping make our 10th annual “National Night Out” party a success: Sheriff Daryl Jensen; Preston Fire Department; Preston Ambulance; Steve Arnold & Walter Bradley for providing entertainment; Tweet, Chirp & Birdie; Face painters; Kid Power Pedal Tractor Pull; Sikkink family; Harmony Telephone Company; Craig Mensink, Fillmore County Dairy Producers, and others from within and outside our congregation who not only donated food and other various items, but also gave of their time in planning, organizing, serving, setting up, and picking up. Most of all, we praise God for another beautiful evening. To Him we give glory, honor, and praise. We also have a couple of lost and found items from NNO. Please contact the church office at 937-3137 to claim. ~Pastor Roger Lokker

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Country Coffee Talk By Jeanette Schmidt We wave hello, we wave goodbye. Hand waving is one of the ways to avoid communication or to explain away a hard problem. We hope by hand waving a problem will magically go away….like a magician wave. But here in Minnesota there’s more to waving than solving problems, especially when we’re driving down the road. A few years back my brother-in-law and his family from the Cities were coming for a visit to the country. Passing a car on the country road they waved

at each other. His daughters asked if he knew them and he said nope. They were horrified as they had always been taught not to talk or wave to strangers. They had forgotten their dad grew up in the country, so he knew the rules… you wave at everyone, just in case you might know them, so they wouldn’t think you were unfriendly or a city folk… maybe it’s just a reflex. Sometimes you don’t even have to see a face when a car goes by, just the wave that’s

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unique to that person. There are so many different kinds of waves…the one hand no motion wave, the one hand flap up & down wave, the one hand half circle wave, the one finger (index) wave over the steering wheel...maybe back and forth...maybe not, the thumb wave, and then there’s those on the cell phone who wave with the hand they’re not holding the phone with (hmmm who’s steering?) I don’t think the Royal Wave is done much from the car but it is practiced at length to get it just right for riding in parades. So you see, each person has their own signature wave. Think about it, do you have your own signature wave…it might be so

automatic that you don’t even realize you are doing it. It’s our way of being Minnesota nice. Today I’m going to sit on our porch with a cup of coffee and eat this delicious and easy

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Kafut ~ Serfling Angela Marie Kafut of Preston, Minn. and Adam Zachery John Serfling also of Preston are happy to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Angela is a graduate of St. Scholastica with a degree in Nursing and now works as a Registered Nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester. Adam is a graduate of Winona State University with a degree in Psychology and is a transportation generalist with the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Adam is the son of Dan & Jeanette Serfling of Preston. The couple will be married on September 27, 2014 in Preston.

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30th Wedding Anniversary Food • Fun • Friends • Dancing

Saturday, August 30th, 2014 6pm-11pm Wykoff Community Center

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Blueberry Crumb Cake given to me by a good friend and wave at cars going by.

Blueberry Crumb Cake

In a medium bowl mix together: 2 C of flour 1 C of sugar 1 T Baking powder ¼ tsp. salt Cut in with a pastry cutter: ½ Cup butter (not softened) In small bowl mix and stir into dry ingredients: 1 C 2% milk, 2 eggs. Do not overmix! Fold in 1 ½ C blueberries. Pour in greased 9x13 glass pan. In a separate bowl mix topping: 1 C sugar, ½ cup flour, ¼ C melted butter Put both batter and topping separately in refrigerator overnight. In morning sprinkle topping over batter and bake at 375 degrees about 35 minutes.

Birth Announcement Ellie Dawn Highum Jess and Dawn Highum are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Ellie Dawn Highum. Ellie was born in July 2014 in Casper, Wyo. She joins a brother, Talon. Ellie is the third grandchild for Tim and Val Kulhavy of Casper and the eighth grandchild for Wayne and Neta Highum of Parker, S.D. (previously Peterson, Minn.). Great-grandparents are Proulx and Dorothea Lawson of Rapid City, S.D. and Betty Forbush of Preston, Idaho.

50th AnniversAry

Open House Henry and Harriet Lawston

August 23, 2014 • 4-7PM

Please help me get home to my kids!

Please call 507.251.3864 with info

Lawstons Celebrating 70 Years of Marriage

Harriet & Henry August 22, 1964

Gene & Lisa Sept. 3, 1994

Open House at Lanesboro Legion Saturday, August 23rd, 4-7pm No Gifts Please

Happy 40tH to a terrific son! Love, MoM & DaD

My heart goes out to all of you who sent me one of the 95 cards I received for my 90th birthday. Also, thank you to those of you who called with birthday wishes, for gifts, flowers and the luncheon. I hope I can return the favor to you all. You made my birthday special!

Barbara Mosher

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70 Years Young!

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Happy Birthday Mom & Grandma! Love, Your Kids, Grandkids & your angels too!

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Harmony street project nears completion By Jade Sexton City Engineer Brett Grabau attended the Harmony City Council meeting on August 12 to update the council on the First Avenue street project. Grabau said there have been a lot of questions about the curbs. For the most part, the curbs are the same elevation as they were before, with just a couple of issues fixed. The driveway aprons look different, as the previous ones had curbs that wrapped around. Right now, there are curbs that seem to be higher than the previous ones, causing a lot of questions. “There’s a lot of different things going on,” said Grabau. “It looks a little strange right now.” The concrete will be completely finished this week from Fifth Avenue north, including the sidewalks. The entire project is scheduled to be complete by August 26, which is one week before school starts, and Grabau stated it should be finished before then. Siren and Generator City Administrator Jerome Illg spoke with Stuart Morem of Morem Electric about purchasing a generator for well #1. The cost was higher than they expected, so they looked into getting one for the fire hall. A generator there would cost $34,000. Illg said the city could qualify

for an up to $35,000 grant from the USDA. The grant would be 25/75, so the total project would have to be $47,000 to get the maximum grant. The city was already planning on purchasing a new siren for $20,000. This, along with a generator at the fire hall, would be $54,000. After the $35,000 grant, the remaining cost would be around $20,000, which the city was already planning on spending for the new siren. The council approved the projects contingent on receiving the grant. Fire Department Donney said the fire department is looking at replacing their SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus) tanks in the next few years. They need to be replaced every 15 years, which is three years away. He said they are planning to set aside money in the budget in the next three years to pay for them, as they are around $800 each. They will be looking at grants in a couple of years to help pay for new SCBA packs as well, as the current packs will not fit the new tanks. Donney added the fire department will be looking for a new pump on the tanker, as the current one is leaking fuel into the trunk, and the pump is not functioning. The new pump will cost approximately $5,000.

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Revolving Loan Request Torgerson’s Floor Covering has new owners, and they have requested a revolving loan for remodeling. They will be keeping the same name. They have requested the maximum loan of $25,000, which would be paid over ten years at three percent interest. Illg said the loan amount could end up being less. The EDA (Economic Development Authority) recommended the city approve the loan. “We thought it was good to keep the business open,” said council member Deb Swenson. The council approved the loan. Forfeiture Property The old meat locker property is being sold by the county as forfeiture property. Illg let the council know the EDA was approached about purchasing the property, but decided it was a project they did not want to get involved in at this time. The clean-up would be substantial for any new owners. Donney asked if the city could require the property be cleaned up by the new owners, but Illg said the county is handling the forfeiture. New Tractor The council approved the recent purchase of a new tractor from Hammell Equipment. Illg said Eric Hammel had been looking at dealerships to save time. He had originally priced a 2014 model, but found one

that is 2013 with very low hours. He took $1,500 off the quoted price. The tractor will be arriving soon. Planning and Zoning At their recent meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission discussed the ordinance regarding residents living in commercial zoned property. They chose to leave the ordinance as written. Illg said there are four known people in violation of this ordinance. He asked the council’s direction on enforcing the ordinance. Previously the city had acted only when a complaint was made. Illg said there have been no complaints, but there have been comments making the city aware. The council agreed to enforce the ordinance when a complaint is made. Illg will be sending letters to the residents he is aware of and letting them know. Library Council member Lynn Mensink said the library board discussed the enforcement of fines for overdue library materials. They decided not to enforce

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any fines for right now. She said there had been some confusion among patrons who thought they would be charged fees for their late books and movies, and others who thought there was an ordinance but it wasn’t being enforced. It was later cleared that there is no ordinance regarding library fees, and there never has been. Other Business Deb Swenson said she has received more complaints about dogs running free around town. Residents are to report the incidents as soon as possible, or nothing can be done. Swenson said anonymous phone calls can be made to the Sheriff’s office if needed. An easement adjustment was approved for a home being sold. There had previously been a blanket easement over the entire property. The adjustment restricts the easement to where it is needed. Trevor Wangen resigned from the summer position with the city. The park board hired Blake Bigalk as a temporary to fill in through September.

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Small hitch in Western Days By Barb Jeffers Although Western Days 2014 in Chatfield, Minn. started out a little bumpy with the carnival rides not arriving as they were scheduled, the city went forward with the many other activities that had been planned for the 47th annual celebration. Cody Rides, of Prior Lake, Minn. has been supplying rides to Chatfield Western Days for many years and this year the company did not show up. Phone calls from the Fillmore County Journal to get answers were not returned by Cody Rides. Many other fun and exciting events were planned for Western Days and they all went on without a hitch. The activities began Thursday, August 7 with a used book sale behind the library offering good books at great prices. Chatfield Fish & Game Club held Open “Trap Shooting” on Thursday night bringing people out to enjoy a summer evening. Thursday evening was Mutton Bustin’ time for kids as they gathered at Mill Creek Park to try riding a sheep, many for the first time. The kids wrapped themselves around the sheep and held on as best they could. The first 50 entrants received free T-shirts, and all participants received a certificate for a Dairy Queen ice cream cone, while many kids took home a trophy as well. Wits’ End Theatre provided entertainment for many with their production of “Legally Blonde - the Musical” at the Historic Potter Auditorium several times over the weekend. Crowds could be seen entering Potter Auditorium to watch local talent in action. A Chatfield ATV Trail Ride was held on Friday beginning at 5 p.m. and had many people excited for an outing with friends and family while others found their excitement watching the Minnesota Horse and Pony Pullers which took place at Mill Creek Park. Friday also brought a car wash at Bernard Bus Garage as a fundraiser for the Chatfield High School volleyball players and the girls did a great job

washing and drying vehicles so they shined. F & M Bank of Chatfield held their annual Western Days Cookout in the parking lot from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. with many enjoying a meal while talking with friends. Bingo started in the city park on Friday, hosted by the Chatfield Fish & Game Club, and continued on Saturday and Sunday and had guests sitting down to play continuously each day. Food and drink were not in short supply in the city park and throughout town during Western Days. Gleason’s Concessions were feeding hungry players in the volleyball and softball tournaments at Mill Creek Park, restaurants had specials while others also had food stands in the park such as JW’s Silver Grille which was sponsored by the Chatfield Brass Band. R-4 Meats served steak sandwiches, huge turkey drumsticks, Windsor chops, and more. The Methodist Church’s food stand was busy and the line for cheese curds seemed to never end. Frappes and smoothies were a cool treat on a warm day as was lemonade served up by Brandon Skeems. Walking taco’s and Stumpy’s pizza were other selections among many over the weekend. The “Golden Girls” Aerobic Dance group showed their talent on Friday evening followed by the “Kiddie Parade” which rolled through the city park with kids dressed in costumes and riding bikes, big wheels, riding in wagons, and even riding in a boat while some chose to walk. Entertainment for Friday night was a Teen Dance provided by KROC’s “Music on Wheels” at Bernard Bus Garage complete with prizes. A large number of attendees danced to their favorite songs both new and old and had fun just hanging out with friends. The event was sponsored by the Chatfield Booster Club and the Class of 2015. For the 20th year the Western Days “STAMPEDE” took place beginning the events for Saturday with a 10K, a 2 Mile then 1 Mile “FUN” run. It was a great way to start the day for

those who joined in the fun. A sand volleyball tournament was held with 16 teams participating in two divisions, according to organizer Aric Swancutt. The winner in the upper division was team “Don’t give a Hit” and team “Get it Up” took the lower division. A Saddle Club activity, sponsored by Eastwood Bank, was the Royalty Contest at Mill Creek Park Saturday morning which many attended to begin the day’s long list of fun events. The Beer Garden, hosted by the Chatfield Fire Department, opened Saturday and drew a large crowd. People in the Beer Garden also had a nice view of the activities in the city park right across the street. Chatfield EMS sponsored blood pressure checks and offered First Aid in the city park on Saturday and many attendees took the opportunity to have their blood pressure checked by the knowledgeable members of the EMS. The Grand Parade took place at 1 p.m. with Grand Marshal Rose McClimon-Hamlin smiling as she waved to the crowd. Mike Touhy was chosen as Honorary Grand Marshal for this year’s Western Days and rode in the parade with his wife, Gina, and the couple also happily waved to the crowd. One of the most meaningful entries in the parade was the 48 foot mobile “RIVERINE FORCE” Vietnam Military Mini-Museum which was parked in front of the Chatfield VFW following the parade for people to view. The parade was the highlight of the weekend for many whether participating or watching. After the parade the Chatfield Brass Band played for the community followed by “Casey & the Good Timers” who got the viewers moving to the music. The weekend was full of music with several venues supplying entertainment some of which included “Bandtown Friday Night Jam” CBB Jazz Combo with Steve Strange in the Band shell, Kent Larson, Brad Boice as “Elvis,” and the “Polka Dots.” The “Stand Still” Tractor Parade held at the Chosen Valley Care Center had both care center residents and visitors enjoying and appreciating the different types of tractors. The

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 household each week. Chatfield Historical Museum/ Pease Museum and the Veteran’s Memorial Museum were both open to have their collections of items appreciated as well. A Men’s ASA Softball Tournament with two divisions began on Saturday with both local teams and traveling teams competing. One team that traveled to Chatfield to play was team “Animal House” from LaCrosse, Wis. who not only enjoyed playing ball but also the beautiful weather. Farming enthusiasts had to stop by to take a look at the Tractor & Implement Display located in the parking lot of Olmsted Medical Center sponsored by the FFA and Alumni while the Crafter’s and Flea Market in the city park also had many interesting items to stroll through and look at possibly even finding something to take home. An additional event that took place on Saturday was a Trail Ride sponsored by Eastwood Bank and was a good time for all who participated especially with weather cooperating nicely. Yet more musical entertainment could be found Saturday evening with “Booker & Friends” at Bernard Bus Garage followed by “LOST HIGHWAY.” The event was sponsored by the Chatfield Booster Club, KWWK 96.5 Quick Country Radio, and the Class of 2015. The night of fun was described in the Western Days advertising as an “Educational and Community Fundraiser” and brought many in the community together to sing and dance along. A Sunday morning nondenominational “Community Church Service” brought people together once again in the city park and later in the day there

were square dancers swinging their partners in the park. The Saddle Club held its horse show Sunday morning with horses and riders putting on a great show for everyone in the crowd. A bean bag tournament was held at the Chatfield Fire Hall and had teams playing against each other while still enjoying each others company. The 16th annual Classic Car, Truck and Antique Motorcycle Show had several streets lined with vehicles most people would love to own and there were some impressive motorcycles as well. The Bluff Country Hiking Club sponsored a hike on the “Lost Creek Hiking Trail” on Sunday which gave people another chance to be outside in the summer weather while it is here. Kids had a busy day on Sunday with the Coin Find at the city park which was followed by a Pedal Pull sponsored by Hammell Equipment Co. and Computer Danamics. Each child who participated received a can of pop and the winners received trophies. Thanks to the Chatfield Athletic Club, Chatfield Fire Fighters Activity Association, Chatfield Booster Club, and Chatfield EMS the city was treated to fireworks filling the sky Sunday night at dusk. Lew’s Fireworks of Watertown, S.D. created a wonderful array bright explosions of color marking the end of Western Days 2014. Many volunteers spent countless hours creating this year’s Western Days celebration full of fun and excitement. These people did a great job providing four days full of laughs and memories. To view hundreds of photos from Western Days 2014 visit the Facebook page of the Fillmore County Journal.

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Wykoff city attorney sits in on council meeting By Jackie Horsman The Wykoff City Council meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 11. All previous minutes were approved, including minutes from a special meeting held on August 6 pertaining to employee PTO. Fire Chief Wade Baker brought the attention of the council to the matter of fire extinguishers located at the Community Center. While the extinguishers are fully charged, they are tagged mostly from 1992 and 1993. Baker suggested he check with Fire Safety USA, out of Rochester, to inquire about servicing the extinguishers. He explained the company has a remote truck to service equipment in surrounding communities. The council granted Baker permission to proceed with collecting information. Councilwoman Larson-Lund posed a question to her constituents concerning one of her roles in Community Education. Larson-Lund asked for duty clarification and cited she had read through council minutes all the way back into the 1970’s and had found nothing on community education. Councilman Grabau offered suggestions such as National Night Out. Resident Brody Mensink was the first visitor on the docket. Mensink mentioned he had attended the last council meeting and Councilwoman Larson-Lund had stated she had copies of the minutes he had asked for, he again asked her if she had found them. Larson-Lund told Mensink she was making copies and would make sure he received them. Mensink also stated he had received a letter a few days after the previous council meeting

with the names of the job applicants [for the city’s maintenance position] he had requested. He explained he had asked why these were denied prior and read the response, “Per our city attorney….request for information must be submitted in writing.” Mensink asked if that went for everyone and for everything, including ordinances, minutes, etc. Attorney Manion explained to Mensink this was advised to allow a paper trail. If someone requested information, did not receive it and contacted the state, the state would ask for proof of the request. He also explained that not all information is public information so this also protects the city so they may know specifically what is being requested. Manion suggested the city have a policy to request information. Mensink asked if applicants for city jobs were public information, Manion told him it would depend on what it is and where they are at in the process. He explained there were data privacy limitations concerning applicant information. Mensink stated he was asking for the names of individuals being interviewed only after they were selected. He then asked Manion if he had to request everything in writing from here on out. Manion, after a lengthy explanation, said he had told the city it would be a good ‘policy’ to have. Brody Mensink then asked if there was a way to make council minutes available for the public in perhaps a book or binder. Clerk Davis told him she already had them in a binder. Mensink also asked about a special meeting information he had inquired about and Clerk Davis had told

him she wasn’t sure if it was public information. Manion interjected and said she wasn’t sure because sometimes things are public information and at times they are not, which is why he suggested the policy of written request. At that point, it can be determined exactly what someone is asking for with clarification and the burden is then on the city to provide the requested information. Mayor Comstock also had a few questions for Attorney Manion. He first asked if Manion knew of any other cities that had their attorney present at council meetings. Manion had made a list of cities he was familiar with and read them off, citing that less than half did have their attorney present. These cities included, but were not limited to, Lanesboro, Rushford Village and Harmony. There were also cities that did not, including Fountain, Ostrander and Wykoff. Councilman Grabau contributed he had called surrounding communities, even in a few different counties and he found that maybe 15 percent had an attorney present. The mayor then asked Manion what rate he would charge if he were to sit in on meetings. Manion replied, “I would be charging you $100 per hour.” He explained some cities pay a retainer, others by the other; it just depends. Manion said if he goes to meetings, he does not charge travel time. Dan Schmidt also visited the council to inquire about stump removals in town. He cited two locations and asked if he could be considered to hire for removal. The council asked about rates; Schmidt told them most people charge $2 per inch and he came in a little less than that. It was decided Schmidt would remove the stump in the Bicknese Park.

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It was decided Clerk Davis would visit the property owned by Casey Bates to see if Bates had complied with the nuisance letters he had received as well as letters concerning zoning. If not, the council will proceed with further action. Fall Fest committee member, Eva Barr, had written a letter to the city asking for permission for an activity that included a run route in town. The council advised the committee check with law enforcement for route information, after which time the council will be better informed of any laws or rules and be able to make a decision. The new parking lot, north of the fire hall, was also a topic of discussion. Initially the city considered dividing the lot and leaving basketball hoops up. Mayor Comstock had contacted the city’s insurance company and was advised against doing so as a matter of safety. Comstock explained a vehicle could back out and not see a child chasing a ball, posing a potential accident, as well as basketballs hitting and damaging cars. It was advised to either make it a parking lot or a basketball court. There was discussion about how to do both safely. Councilman Grabau felt it was better served as a basketball court for the youth, as the youth needed areas to keep them busy. In the end it was decided to convert it to all parking. The council voted 3-1 to do so, Grabau opposed. Delinquent fire call bills were discussed for three residents: Casey Bates, Mitch Horsman and Virgil Eickhoff. Fire Chief Baker explained the insurance companies for Horsman and Eickhoff denied payment because the city did not have an ordinance for fire calls at the time of these fires. The city has since adopted an ordinance but Baker suggested Clerk Davis send out a final notice bill and explain this.

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Mayor Comstock mentioned CHS (the elevator on the northeast side of town) would be removing a dryer and replacing it. CHS will also be closing off their north drive in attempts to control the bee’s wings from drying in hopes to appease area residents who have dealt with the mess. He commended CHS for their efforts. In other new business, two dates for the budget meeting were suggested; August 27 and September 3. The final date will be decided after the availability of the city’s accountant is known. Mayor Comstock also inquired about repairs to a bathroom in the Community Center, mentioning to Al Williams it had been about six months and it still was not repaired. Williams told the council he has kept inquiring with Sheldon Plumbing and Heating in Spring Valley and they have yet to show up and fix it. Williams was advised to call again and if Sheldon’s did not comply, to look elsewhere. The council was informed a private citizen, who wishes to remain anonymous, has offered to pay the taxes on land recently donated to the city. The council and mayor wish to thank this individual for their generous gift. It was decided a deposit will be enforced for the Community Center. The deposit will be $50 per side or $100 for the rental of the entire building. A checklist will be given to renters that will include garbage removal, table take down and various other things that must be completed before their deposit is returned. The council approved the purchase of a new front end loader/ tractor for $49,721. The purchase price reflects a warranty. A camera will also be purchased for $350, which include the labor to mount it, that will be used for safety when maneuvering the machine.

Agricultural producers in Minnesota still have time to apply for Direct Farm Ownership Loan Program St. Paul, Minn. - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Minnesota Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director, Debra Crusoe, today announced that farmers and ranchers still have time to apply for low interest 2014 loans available through FSA’s direct farm ownership program. The deadline to submit applications is Sept. 30, 2014. Eligible producers can borrow up to $300,000 in direct farm ownership loans to buy or enlarge a farm, construct new farm buildings or improve structures, pay closing costs, or promote soil and water conservation and protection. The interest rate on select loans can be as low as 1.5 percent with up to 40 years to repay. “This is an extraordinary opportunity for more farmers and ranchers to get low-interest loans to start their first farm, or expand an existing family farm,” said Crusoe. “There

are no backlogs or waiting for funding. If you’ve dreamed about starting a farm, or if you’re looking to strengthen your farm, we want to help.” FSA encourages all interested

applicants to apply for direct farm ownership loans. For more information about the program and other loans administered by FSA, visit any FSA county office or www.fsa.usda.gov.

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Monday, August 18, 2014

Fillmore County police reports Chatfield Police Reports Nicole Lyn Axley, 27, Chatfield, Minn.; 5/24/2014, Barking Dog; Fees $140. 5/24/2014, Noise Ordinance; Fees $50. Todd David Ebner, 47, Preston, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Michelle Marie Heaser, 30, St. Charles, Minn.; 6/26/2014, Speeding - 39/30; Fees $130. Daniel William Myhre, 56, Eagan, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Hussain Hadhban N. Alyami, 25, Mankato, Minn.; 6/17/2014, Speeding - 70/55; Fees $150. Lucas William Fjetland, 24, Harmony, Minn.; 6/3/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Kenneth Mark Goodwin, 58, River Ridge, La.; 7/15/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Francisco Gutierrez-Galvez, 28, Preston, Minn.; 7/26/2014, Driver’s License - Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/ Type - Multiple Licenses Prohibited; Fees $190. 7/26/2014, Uninsured Vehicle - Driver Violation; Fees $200. Christine Lara Hindt, 48, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/20/2014, Speeding - 40/30; Fees $130. Michelle Sue Jahnke, 45, Spring Grove, Minn.; 6/30/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Jason Daniel Wolfe Ladd, 34, Spring Valley, Minn.; 7/16/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Scott Robert Link, 40, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/31/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

Bobby Jo Mancilman, 31, Lake City, Minn.; 6/20/2014, Speeding - 69/55; Fees $140. Claire Elise Manlove, 21, Minneapolis, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 73/55; Fees $150. Justin Duane McFarland, 31, Austin, Minn.; 6/1/2014, Traffic Regulation - Keep to the Right; Fees $140. Larry Dean Mensing, 56, Owatonna, Minn.; 9/19/2013, Domestic Abuse - Violate Order for Protection - Misdemeanor; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 7/28/2015), Total fees $390, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 84 days for one year - credit for time served for six days), Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Domestic abuse counseling/treatment, Men’s domestic violence program, No assault, no aggressive, intimidating, stalking or threatening behavior while on probation, No contact with victim(s), No contact with victim’s residence and not be within one mile of said residence, as directed by Court Services. No call or enter the victim’s place of employment including all land, parking lots and buildings. Stay 1 mile away from said place of employment. Defendant not to be in City of Rushford, Minn. unless approved in advance by Court Services, Follow all conditions of any active restraining order, No contact with his children except by calling their respective cell phones directly one time per week. Brent W. Miller, 50, St. Louis, Mo.; 7/19/2014, Speeding - 75/55;

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believe the ditches of Fillmore County are one large trash container. Chances are also pretty good that someone you know may have added a piece or two of garbage to a ditch’s collection. Many of the people who think this trash will decompose naturally in a few days or weeks should maybe think again. Plastic food bags, wrappers, and plastic bottles may last up to twenty years, a Styrofoam cup perhaps a hundred years, aluminum cans will not break down for five hundred years, and a glass bottle is capable of lasting more than a thousand years, and quite possibly even more. People of all age groups, educational levels, professions, religions, and ethnic backgrounds are more than capable of littering. There are countless reasons why people toss garbage from vehicle windows. Perhaps that plastic pop bottle is missing a cap and a few drops of soda may find their way to the carpet of the vehicle. Sharing the passenger compartment with a badly soiled diaper can be a real challenge. The wrapper from a muffin or jelly roll is much to sticky and icky and may draw flies. Aluminum cans take up a lot of room and make a lot of noise rolling around on the floor. I will agree that these items do not belong in a vehicle, but

By LaVerne C. Paulson, Recycling Education Coordinator The majority of Fillmore County residents have the opportunity to make use of our roads and highways to get from one place to another. Their travels frequently allow them to observe wild- LaVerne C. Paulson flowers, cat tails, cardinals, butterflies, wild turkeys, bald eagles, woodchucks, crows, deer, and the 13 lined ground squirrel also known as the striped gopher, as it scampers across the road in front of them. The ditch seem to be a popular place to find a lot of these plants and animals. They are part of nature and belong there. However, more than nature inhabits our ditches. It just doesn’t seem to blend in with its surroundings. These foreign objects are numerous forms of litter. Yes, litter in the ditches along our county’s roadways. We can ask ourselves, “Who would be capable of throwing this unwanted stuff out of a vehicle?” There is an excellent chance that all but a few of you who read Recycling 101 articles do not

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Fees $230. Charles Gotschall Murray III, 39, North Liberty, Iowa; 7/19/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Phillip Olson, 20, Austin, Minn.; 6/1/2014, Seat Belt Required Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. James Kevin Overton, 53, Chatfield, Minn.; 7/7/2014, Speeding - 96/55; Fees $390. Philip Walter Reb, 61, Owatonna, Minn.; 5/24/2014, Speeding - 55/40; Fees $150. Ronald Charles Ryan, 78, Harmony, Minn.; 7/19/2014, Speeding - 69/55; Fees $140. John August Schutte, 20, Luna, Iowa; 7/26/2014, Speeding 67/55; Fees $140. Heidi Jo Shedenhelm, 43, Lime Springs, Iowa; 7/15/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Leah Jean Woodbury, 34, St. Louis, Mo.; 7/26/2014, Speeding - 47/30; Fees $150. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division Jerome Charles Deden, 62, Lanesboro, Minn.; 7/16/2014, Failure to Obtain a Burning Permit; Fees $140. Minnesota State Patrol Matthew Bradley Bly, 33, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/17/2014, Driving Off Pavement or Traveled Portion to Pass; Fees $140. Michael Scott Bremmer, 55, Peterson, Minn.; 7/8/2014, Speeding - 75/55; Fees $230. Roi Joseph Brown, 79, Harmony, Minn.; 6/25/2014, Duty to Drive with Due Care - Speed Greater Than Reasonable; Fees $130. Jennifer Ann Danielson, 44, Iowa City, Iowa; 7/14/2014,

Speeding - 70/55; Fees $150. Rebekah Rae Ferguson, 28, Eagan, Minn.; 6/1/2014, Drugs - Possess Over 1.4 Grams Marijuana In Motor Vehicle; Fees $240. 6/1/2014, Drugs - Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Use or Possession; Fees $50. 6/1/2014, Speeding - 70/55; Fees $60. Fay Charlotte Garness, 55, Canton, Minn.; 7/1/2014, Vehicle Window Restrictions - Tint to Dark; Fees $140. Emily Marie Haupert, 27, Apple Valley, Minn.; 6/8/2014, Speeding - 66/55; Fees $140. Levi Gideon Hershberger, 32, Preston, Minn.; 6/14/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Benjamin Lea Lynde, 32, Fountain, Minn.; Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Sally Ann Meigs, 49, Preston, Minn.; 7/3/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Richard Alan Moellers, 43, Elgin, Iowa; 9/14/2010, Truck and Common Carrier Regulation; Fees $390. 9/14/2014, Truck and Common Carrier Regulation; Fees $150. Erica Ann Morrow, 31, Minneapolis, Minn.; 6/25/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Judith Louise Seibel, 48, Vadnais Heights, Minn.; 7/14/2014, Speeding - 74/55; Fees $150. Preston Police Department Matthew Leigh Haugland, 28, Chester, Iowa; 6/18/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Menno D. Hershberger, 22, Lime Springs, Iowa; 6/18/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Robert Roy Hill, 49, Wykoff, Minn.; 6/18/2014, Speeding 70/55; Fees $150. Terry G. Swenson, 43, Ettrick,

Wis.; 6/14/2014, Speeding 65/55; Fees $130. Rushford Police Department Nathan Eugene Ballinger, 19, Rushford, Minn.; 5/12/2014, Driver’s License - Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/ Type - Multiple Licenses Prohibited; Fees $190. Ashley E. Clark, 26, Rushford, Minn.; 6/19/2014, Drivers’ Licenses - Failure to Obtain New Driver’s License After Changing Name or Address, Fees $110. Junior Lee Dillon, 20, Harmony, Minn.; 6/28/2014, Driver’s License - Driving After Revocation; Fees $290. Brandon Michael Eide, 18, Peterson, Minn.; 7/3/2014, Sirens on Authorized Emergency Vehicles Only Used in Response to Emergency; Fees $110. Cameron Richard Hanson, 22, Minnesota City, Minn.; 6/29/2014, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance When Operating Vehicle; Fees $290. 6/29/2014, Display of Plate Registration Stickers - Month and Year Stickers Required; Fees $30. 6/29/2014, Drivers’ Licenses - Failure to Obtain New Driver’s License after Changing Name or Address; Fees $20. Stanley Anthony Karwoski, 19, Fredericksburg Va.; 7/19/2014, Liquor - Consumption by Persons Under 21; Fees $190. Sara Lynn Nelson, 29, Minneapolis, Minn.; 6/13/2014, Speeding - 45/30; Fees $150. Jon Taylor Peterson, 25, Peterson, Minn.; 6/13/2014, Motor Vehicle Registration - Operate Unregistered Vehicle/Without Plates Displayed on Public Street/Highway; Fees $190. 6/13/2014, Displaying License Plate - Obscured Plate Violation; Fees $30.

they certainly do not belong in a Fillmore County ditch. So, what can you do? Two plastic grocery bags will take care of most of these unwanted items. One can be used for the landfill garbage, the other for recyclables. Keep them on the floor behind your seat, or in the trunk. Then deposit them in an appropriate receptacle when you stop for fuel or a snack. Those garbage cans and recycling containers at gas stations are there for a reason. Please use them. If all else fails,

take your stuff home and dispose of it there. We, in Fillmore County, take pride in the cleanliness and neatness of our cities and towns as well as the roadsides and ditches near our homes, and do our best to keep them looking good. While driving around the county, I can’t help but notice that there is much less garbage in the ditches than there was years ago. I sincerely believe that more people are becoming aware of the need for a cleaner environment. Less

litter in our ditches is an excellent start. The volunteers that clean the litter from our ditches will be more than happy to fill fewer bags. Thank you for taking the responsibility to become better stewards of the land, water, and air of Fillmore County, as well as the entire State of Minnesota. Recycling does work and pays great benefits. As I have mentioned many times before, your great, great, grandchildren will thank you.

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2015 budget dominates county board agenda By Karen Reisner It is that time of the year. The county commissioners at their August 12 meeting looked line by line at several departmental budgets searching for ways to trim them down. They only have two options to cut expenses or to increase revenue or a combination of both. Departmental budget numbers were reviewed this day from Sanitation-Jon Martin, University of Minnesota Extension-Chuck Schwartau, County Recorder-David Kiehne, and Auditor/Treasurer-Shirl Boelter. The county does not yet have the information for health insurance rates at this point. Martin reported an overall $12,000 increase in the Sanitation budget for 2015. Schwartau, filling in for Jerry Tesmer who is on medical leave, said that they were in the third year of a three year contract and that

the 2015 budget reflects a 1.5 percent wage increase. Kiehne explained that his department has seen a drop off in income from recording fees. He commented that the first year he was the county recorder about 9,000 documents were recorded and this year they are down to about 5,000. The number of documents being recorded fell off in June and July, but there has been some increase since then. There was an error in the 2014 recorder budget which showed income twice. Chairman Duane Bakke noted that it is $100,000 off the actual figures. He added it was a mistake on their part (the board) as they all went along with it. County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman explained that because there is one less employee in the department, the actual amount the budget for the department will be off will be less than $100,000.

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Kiehne noted some changes have been made which should make it less confusing. The GIS department has also experienced a fall off in revenue or fees (about $17,000). There was a discussion over whether or not to include revenue projections for delinquent tax payments in the next Auditor/Treasurer budget. These numbers have been included in the recent past, but not previous to that. It was decided to gradually walk that number back toward 0 starting with 2015. It was also discussed whether or not to put money aside yearly for the replacement of election equipment. The voting machines don’t get as much use as in more populated areas. Boelter reported that it costs $10,000 per year for required testing of the voting machines. Commissioner Randy Dahl noted that there is a minimum and maximum recommended for a county to hold as reserves. He added that with the relatively small size of Fillmore County’s budget, a couple of unexpected expenses for things out of the board’s control can have a great effect. Dahl maintained they need to have a cushion to absorb these unexpected expenses. Tax Forfeiture Sale The date for the live auction tax forfeiture sale was set, Sept. 9 at 1 p.m. in the lobby of the county

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buyer fails to pay the balance in three days the parcel will go to the next bidder and the down payment of 10 percent will be forfeited. If a parcel sells for less than $100,000, the full sale price is due the day of the sale. The board approved and authorized the sale of the forfeited parcels to the state for non-payment of taxes. Other Business In Brief •The hire of a temporary feedlot assistant (Rockne West) for two months (August to October) was approved. The temporary position will be paid for with the feedlot performance grant. The assistant will help complete required inspections for the Work Plan Strategy Goal. The inspections will allow the county to receive additional performance grant money for 2015. •Advertisement for sealed bids for the 2015 and 2016 lease of the county farm land was approved. The 46 acres of tillable land available for lease has 44 acres of corn based land.

courthouse. The minimum bid acceptable is the appraised value of the parcel. Commissioner Marc Prestby noted that if a parcel does not sell at the auction, anyone can come in after that and pay the minimum assigned to a parcel to purchase it. The City of Mabel requested that the tax forfeited property located in Mabel at 321 Locust Street North be deeded to the city to use as an alleyway, a public purpose. Chairman Duane Bakke said the city will need to keep it open all winter. The board approved the acquisition of the property by Mabel for a public use. Boelter noted that in the past a cash payment for the full price of a parcel was required in full the day of the auction. The board approved 12 terms of sale for the auction. The terms will allow a buyer three days to pay for a purchase if the purchase price is more than $100,000. Ten percent down and a purchase agreement will be required. If the

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•Semcac Bus to Rochester, bus picks up for shopping, 9:35am at B&B Bowl, Preston; 10am at Fountain State Bank. Call 800944-3874 to ride. •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Lakewood Apartments, 420 Bench St. SW, Chatfield. •Bingo, 11am, Rushford Tenborg Center.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*

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

•Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.* •Little Songs on the Prairie, 8:30-9:30pm, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park ampitheater.

THURS., AUGUST 21 •Free Senior Coffee and Homemade Dessert, 9am, Clara House of Harmony.* •Rushford Senior Dining, 10:30am-noon, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford. •Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No school, no story hour.* •Spring Valley Community Blood Drive, 1-7pm, Community Center. For appt or info call Val 507-3467367 ext. #1. •“Music in the Park” 7:30pm, Chatfield City Park. FREE* •AA Class “Road’s Journey,” 8pm, 301 E. Franklin St., Spring Valley (a yellow house).*

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SAT. AUGUST 23 •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 9-11am, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley, MN.* •Lanesboro Farmers’ Market, 9-noon, Sylvan Park.* •Fillmore County Historical Society 80th Birthday Party, 9am-4pm, 202 Cty. Rd. 8, Fountain. •Simple Survival: the Ferns of Forestville, 10am-noon, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park picnic shelter. •Weaving with Natural Fibers, 2-3pm, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park picnic shelter.

•Falconry Program, 7pm, Houston Nature Center, Houston. Learn about the sport of falconry and meet a Red-tailed Hawk. •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For more info, call 507-251-1771 or 765-2518.* •Minnesota’s Neighborhood Moths, 8:30-9:30pm, Forestville/ Mystery Cave State Park amphitheater.

SUN., AUGUST 24 •2nd Annual Summer Music Festival in the Country, 10:30am, Elstad Lutheran Church. Featured performer: Rachel Storlie. Music, silent auction, lunch and fellowship.

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•Grace Lutheran Church Supper & Song, light supper at 6pm, music at 7pm. Walter Bradley Band and Damion Prestemon. All are welcome. 365 Park St., Peterson. •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, South Main St. and Highway 52.*

MON. AUGUST 25 •Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.* •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN.*

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Spring Valley Senior Living is currently seeking a Part-Time Dietary Aide to work in the Housing with Services setting. Approximately 70 hours per pay period. Every other weekend worked required. If interested send application to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or email hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE h18,25-o REGIONAL RUNS AVAILABLE Choose the total package: Auto detention pay after 1 hr! Regular, frequent home time; Top pay benefits; Mthly bonuses & more! CDL-A, 6 mos. Exp. Req’d. EEOE/AAP 866/322-4039 www.drive4marten.com MCAN GREAT MONEY FROM HOME with our Free Mailer Program. Live Operators on Duty NOW! 1-800-707-1810 EXT 801 or Visit WWW.PACIFICBROCHURES. COM (MCN)

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EMPLOYMENT Wanted: Cook, daytime hours, approximated 40 hours per week, some benefits. Apply at the Creamery in Rushford, MN. h18-o PAID IN ADVANCE! MAKE $1000 A WEEK mailing brochures from home! Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start Immediately! www.localmailers.net (VOID IN SD, WI) (MCN) Special Education Clerical Opening - Houston Public Schools is accepting applications for a Special Education Clerical position, within the Minnesota Virtual Academy (MNVA), Looking for experienced, reliable, efficient and personable individual for busy public office. Proficiency in MS Word & Excel is desired. Essential qualifications include a high school diploma, with preference for a post-secondary certificate or degree. This is a full time position located in Houston. Paraprofessional Houston High School/Summit Learning Center (SLC) is looking for a paraprofessional to assist with the i.t.a. reading program and general academic help for the SLC students. Interested individuals ‘should have the ability to be self-motivated and work with a wide range of students and student abilities. This is a 9-month part-time position located in Houston, MN. Seeking an individual with experience working with high school students and a positive attitude. Additional duties could include contact with middle school students. Preference - Bachelors degree. Paraprofessional Houston High School is looking for a paraprofessional to support students taking on-line classes at the high school. Interested individuals should have good computer skills (hardware and software), good communication skills and the ability to work closely with students and online teachers. Other duties may be assigned as well. This is a 9-month part-time position located in Houston, MN. Applicants interested in any of the above positions should provide a letter of interest, transcript, District application and three letters of recommendation to Houston District Office, Houston Public Schools, 306 West Elm Street, Houston, MN 55943. Salary and benefits for all 3 positions follow the Local 70 Agreement. HPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. h18-o

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JOURNAL Freelance Writer The Fillmore County Journal is looking for a freelance writer to report on Kingsland School Board meetings and write occasional feature stories.We are looking for someone with good writing skills and an interest in people. Please send a letter of interest and writing sample to Editor, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or e-mail to jason@fillmorecountyjournal. com or call for more information 507-765-2151.

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Installer’s Needed Looking for a CAREER instead of just another JOB? If so, Mediacom wants to talk to you! A lot of companies tell you they have career advancement opportunities; Mediacom has the numbers to prove it. Mediacom paid for over $100,000 in career boosting training for our employee's last year in 2013. In the last three months Mediacom has promoted 19 Installers! Due to these consistent promotions Mediacom is currently searching for full time dependable Installers in Preston, MN who enjoy working with technology and outdoors. We are seeking people who have customer focused attitudes, team players, want stable employment with a solid company, excellent pay, a fun work environment, paid training, excellent benefits, and career advancement opportunities. Company vehicle, cell phone, netbook, uniforms, and tools all provided. MORE BENEFITS: In addition, we offer excellent company benefits including 401K, medical, dental, vision. Life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, paid time off, discounted cable & internet services, and more!

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Join one of the fastest growing companies in our area. Our team based environment has openings for the following team members: • Human Resources/Accounting • Maintenance/Tool and Die • Machine Set-up & Operation • Packaging Wage based on experience • 1st and 2nd shift opening • 4-10 hr shifts available • 401K, Paid Holidays, PTO/Vacation Apply at 300 Westgate Dr. Houston, MN 55943 • 507-896-3110

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Monday, August 18, 2014

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

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PUBLIC NOTICES

NOTICE The Fillmore County Planning Commission will conduct a meeting on the evening of August 21, 2014 in Room 601L in the Fillmore County Courthouse at 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN starting at 7:10 p.m. There will be public hearings on the following items: a Conditional Use Permit request by Yost & Barbara Hershberger in Canton Township for a Sawmill and a public hearing on a amendment to the Fillmore County Soil Erosion Ordinance, pertaining to tree clearing. There will also be a discussion of other Zoning topics. Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 11,18

NOTICE OF HEARING FOR A VARIANCE PERMIT FILLMORE COUNTY ZONING REGULATIONS RICHARD JUNGE Notice is hereby given that the Fillmore County Board of Adjustment has been presented an application from Richard Junge of 24994 County 44, Harmony, MN 55939 to construct a new dwelling on his property located in the SW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 Section 19, Preston Township. He is requesting a Variance from Section 604.05(9) of the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance to construct a new dwelling on land with a Crop Equivalency Rating greater than 65. The land is located in an Agricultural District and is approximately 3 miles south of the City of Preston. Notice is further given that said petitioner Richard Junge will be heard at a monthly meeting of the Fillmore County Board of Adjustment on August 21, 2014 at 7:05 p.m. in Room 601L of the Fillmore County Courthouse at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN 55965 at which time all interested persons will be heard. If you would like any further information on this project it is available in the Fillmore County Zoning Office during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Dated: August 8, 2014 Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 11,18

NOTICE OF HEARING FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FILLMORE COUNTY ZONING REGULATIONS YOST & BARBARA HERSHBERGER Notice is hereby given that the Fillmore County Planning Commission has been presented an application from Yost & Barbara Hershberger of 12954 County 21, Canton, MN 55922 - 146th Street, Canton, MN 55022 in the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 9 Canton Township. The property is located in the Ag District and is approximately 2 miles north of the City of Canton. Notice is further given that said petitioners Yost & Barbara Hershberger, will be heard at a monthly meeting of the Fillmore County Planning Commission on August 21, 2014 at 7:12 p.m. in Room 601L of the Fillmore County Courthouse at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN 55965 at which time all interested persons will be heard. If you would like any further information on this project it is available in the Fillmore County Zoning Office during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Information will be available at that time as to when the Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will act upon this petition. Dated: August 8, 2014 Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 11,18

NOTICE The Fillmore County Board of Adjustment will conduct a Public Hearing on the evening of August 21, 2014 in Room 601L in the Fillmore County Courthouse at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN starting at 7:00 p.m. to consider Variances for Verdon & Renee Hasleiet in Carrolton Township and Richard Junge in Preston Township. Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 11,18

notice to residents of carimona township Because of the Labor Day holiday, the September 1, 2014 board meeting will be held Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 8pm in the Preston Fire Hall. Linda Marzolf Carimona Township Clerk Publish 18, 25

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SUMMARY OF MINUTES AUGUST 5, 2014 COUNTY BOARD MEETING The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, pro tem and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press. The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: NONE The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda. • the following Consent Agenda: 1. July 22, 2014 County Board minutes. 2. Payment of Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. invoice for Greenleafton Community Sanitary Project professional services. 3. Payment of Kennedy & Graven, Chartered invoice for Greenleafton Community Sanitary Project. 4. Amend May 27, 2014 Board minutes. 5. Merit increase for Tammi Stoos, Social Worker. • hire of James Hamann, as replacement Head Mechanic for Highway Department. • submit reclassification request as amended for Paralegal position to Bjorklund Consulting. • 2014 Emergency Management Performance Grant. • request from City of Rushford to use up to three Fillmore County Light Towers. • Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement. • set Board of Canvas for primary election for August 15, 2014. • set Board of Canvas for general election for November 7, 2014. • adoption of Greenleafton Wastewater Ordinance. • call public hearing concerning half percent local sales tax option. • low bid from Minnowa Construction for Sumner Township bridge replacement. • set December 2, 2014 for Truth and Taxation meeting. The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount A+ Imaging Systems, copier contract..................................................................... $572.01 Bear Graphics, Inc., supplies.................................................................................. $822.02 Docutech Consulting, services............................................................................... $695.00 Fillmore County Treasurer, fuel............................................................................. $4,236.80 Hewlett Packard Company, equipment purchase............................................. $30,822.48 Winona Health, services....................................................................................... $2,985.75 Winona Heating & Ventilating, Inc., services........................................................... $669.01 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above)........................... $40,803.07 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (42 bills - not listed)............... $6,722.99 TOTAL REVENUE FUND.................................................................................. $47,526.06 INFRA FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount TOTAL INFRA FUND BILLS OVER $500 (none) ..................................................... $0.00 TOTAL INFRA FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (1 bill -not listed) ............................ $442.60 TOTAL INFRA FUND . ........................................................................................... $442.60 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Erickson Engineering Co., services .................................................................... $2,000.00 Hovey Oil Co., Inc., fuel ...................................................................................... $5,551.58 Ronco Engineering Co., Inc., parts......................................................................... $508.28 Stantec Consulting Services, Inc., services......................................................... $1,818.00 Stepp Manufacturing Co., Inc., parts...................................................................... $572.00 Titan Machinery, parts............................................................................................. $899.77 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above)............... $11,349.63 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (12 bills - not listed)... $1,863.29 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND ..................................................................... $13,212.92 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Green Lights Recycling, Inc., supplies.................................................................... $703.91 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above)............................ $703.91 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (3 bills - not listed)................ $233.52 TOTAL SANITATION FUND .................................................................................. $937.43 TAXES AND PENALTIES FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount TOTAL TAXES AND PENALTIES FUND BILLS OVER $500 (none)........................ $0.00 TOTAL TAXES AND PENALTIES FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (1 bill - not listed).$64.96 TOTAL TAXES AND PENALTIES FUND ................................................................ $64.96 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566. Publish 18

*TRAFFIC MARKING BIDS* BIDS CLOSE SEPTEMBER 8, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN Notice for Bids-CP 23-14-03 Traffic Marking Application Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the Fillmore County Engineer at the Offices of the Fillmore County Highway Department, until 1:30 p.m. on the 8th day of September, 2014, for the following materials: •Approximately 2,400 gallons, YellowLatex PreMix traffic marking material and application. •Approximately 4,200 gallons, WhiteLatex PreMix traffic marking material and application. Proposals may be obtained at the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston St. NW, Preston, MN 55965. Ph 507-765-3854 Interested bidders shall submit sealed bids on the proposal forms furnished, along with a 5% bid bond. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and/or to waive any irregularities. Dated: August 7, 2014 Ronald Gregg County Engineer Fillmore County, MN Publish 18, 25

NOTICE OF HEARING FOR A VARIANCE PERMIT FILLMORE COUNTY ZONING REGULATIONS VERDON & RENEE HASLEIET Notice is hereby given that the Fillmore County Board of Adjustment has been presented an application from Verdon and Renee Hasleiet of 34880 Fawn Drive, Lanesboro, MN 55949 to construct a detached garage on their property located in the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 Section 7, Carrolton Township. They are requesting a twenty-five (25) foot Variance from Section 604.05(2)(b) of the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance to construct a detached garage. The land is located in an Agricultural District and is just outside of the City of Lanesboro. Notice is further given that said petitioners Verdon and Renee Hasleiet will be heard at a monthly meeting of the Fillmore County Board of Adjustment on August 21, 2014 at 7:02 p.m. in Room 601L of the Fillmore County Courthouse at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN 55965 at which time all interested persons will be heard. If you would like any further information on this project it is available in the Fillmore County Zoning Office during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Dated: August 8, 2014 Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 11, 18

Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter, 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: INFOSERVICE USA 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 13 3RD STREET SE SUITE #1 CHATFIELD, MN 55923 USA 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. YULIYA V. ANTROPOVA-ELDER 13 3RD STREET SE SUITE #1 CHATFIELD, MN 55923 4. By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statues. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Dated: 8/10/14 Signed: Yuliya V. Antropova-Elder Publish 18, 25

fillmore township meeting change The Monday, September 8, 2014, Fillmore Township meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, September 15, 2014. Bonnie Heidtke Fillmore Township Clerk Publish 18, 25

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in the Fillmore County Courthouse, Commissioners’ Boardroom – Room 601L, 101 Fillmore St. W., Preston, MN, for the purpose of considering the adoption of a ½ percent local option sales tax for Highway capital planning. For additional information, please see Announcements at www.co.fillmore.mn.us. Bobbie Vickerman Fillmore County Coordinator Publish 11,18

NOTICE The Fillmore County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will conduct its next tour on Monday, August 18, 2014. Leaving the highway shop at 9:00 a.m., they will visit a site in Carrolton Township where Verdon & Renee Hasleiet have applied for a Variance for a detached garage. They will continue to the site in Canton Township where Yost & Barbara Hershberger have applied for a Conditional Use Permit for a Sawmill. The last stop will be in Preston Township where Richard Junge has applied for a Variance to construct a new dwelling. Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 11,18

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No.: 23-PR-14-487 In Re: Estate of Donna J. Spande, formerly known as Donna J. Carlson, 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 May 21, 2004. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Linda A. Boyle, whose address is 4445 Mormon Coulee Road, Apt. 103, LaCrosse, Wisconsin 54601, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’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 decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: June 28, 2014 James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Jennifer L. Knapp (MN# 0387434) Libera Knapp 125 Center Street P.O. Box 101 Winona Minnesota 55987 Telephone: (507)452-3246 Facsimile: (507)452-3521 ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Publish 18, 25

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I would like to thank everyone for your support and prayers during my stay in the hospital and return home. To Pastor Roger and Becky for your visits. Thank you for flowers, food, and visits and my family and friends for help and support. God Bless Sharon Wissing t18-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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I would like to THANK my family and friends who sent cards and gifts for my 90th birthday and special thanks to my two beautiful daughters for hosting my birthday party. Everything was greatly appreciated. God bless you all! Muriel Kulsrud t18-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Lynne family would like to whole-heartedly thank the responders of Harmony EMS for their extraordinary service in responding to Brad Lynne’s motorcycle accident on July 15, 2014. Because of their care, Brad is now on the road to recovery from his brain injury, and his wife, children, parents, and all other family are grateful for the blessing of first responders who went above and beyond to ensure his rescue. Additionally, we are thankful for the quick thinking and thoughtfulness of Michael Root, one of the first civilians on the scene, who alerted EMS to the emergency and comforted Brad. In this time of great struggle, our family is comforted by the kindness of the community. t18-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANKS TO EVERYONE in the Harmony area community, friends and family for all their thoughts and prayers. And, thank you to the Harmony Ambulance for their care of our mother, Marilyn Trouten. Robert, Bill, Scott, Rachel, Jason Trouten and family t18- o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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2003 Yamaha Yz85 $1,300. 2004 Impala white 138,000 miles, $4,500. 1999 Suburban, 4 wheel-drive, 207,000 miles, new transmission, little rust, $2,500. Call 507-450-2863. s8/4tfn-o

SUMMER SALE: Low Prices AT MEL’S GOLF CARS, LLC. New 2014 colored Yamaha electric and fuel injected gas golf carts. Many used carts available, We take trades. We are an authorized Yamaha dealer. MEL’S GOLF CARS, LLC. 132 Garfield Ave., S., Albert Lea, MN (Just South of Kwik Trip on Main Str.) 507-438-2705. s11,18,25- x

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FARMLAND FOR SALE: 146.8 acres - 135.4 tillable acres, 88.7 CPI located on Dakota Road. Section 25 Holt and Section 30 Norway Township, Fillmore County. Sanden Realty, phone 507-4500574 or 507-894-4589. f11,18- x

1666 Case IH Combine. Chopper, rock trap, monitor, camera. 4,800 hours $19,500. Call 507-765-4944. f18,25-o

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24897 790tH AVE., SPRING VALLEY • $245,000 36 Acres! Excellent location & private setting tucked away on dead end road w/mix of woods, pasture & tillable land. Several outbuildings & fenced area for small animals or livestock. Updates include newer well, compliant septic, c/a, new perm. siding & shingles. 3 bedrooms, main floor laundry, large diningliving room area. Great opportunity to own a beautiful, private & peaceful country acreage.

If you are looking for a ‘’cabin’’ retreat that is suitable for year round use, look no further. Here you will find approximately 2.45 acres near historic Forestville State Park where there are several bike & hiking & horse trails, trout streams for fishing, an abundance of wildlife and panoramic views. You will love the 2 bedroom log home with in-floor heat, stone wood fireplace and loft area. Compliant septic system will be installed prior to closing.

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11808 county roaD 35, St. cHarLeS 24.84 acres – Hobby Farm • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • Main Floor Laundry • Main Floor Bedroom • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • D/O • Mudroom • New Furnace • New C/A • New Windows • Heated 936 sq. ft. Garage • New 36x60 Shop with Heat, Air and Bathroom • Horse Barn • Barn with Large Shed • Kennels • Patio • Enclosed Porch

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LOTS FOR SALE - MABEL 1) 3.82 ACRE LOT with woods, creek, w/o, great views of Nolan Valley. Ideal for cabin or permanent home with privacy and scenery and wildlife. $54,900 2) 3.96 ACRE LOT with woods, creek, w/o, great views of Nolan Valley. Ideal for cabin or permanent home with privacy and scenery and wildlife. $56,900

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Potential is unlimited for many different business opportunities in a high traffic area of scenic Lanesboro. Large main floor can be used for any type of commercial business. Two rental units on 2nd level. Building has been updated to meet Historical Preservation requirements. $224,900

12.43 Acre Hobby Farm • Edge of City Limits • Horse Set Up • 4 Large Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Jacuzzi Tub • Open Living Room and Dining Room • Main Floor Laundry • Open Lower Level is Roughed in for Family Room, Bath, 5th Bedroom and Rec Area • Large Deck • 26x36 Pole Shed • 20x36 Shed with 3 stalls • 4 Acres Hayground • Fire Pit • 2 Hunting Sheds • A Lot of Wildlife

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

Bring the horses! Hobby farm with spacious four square 2 story home. 3 bedrooms up with full bath, Main floor has updated eat in kitchen, plus main floor office and 3/4 bath. Full basement along with walk up attic. Large shed. 6.5 Acres $122,500

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260 1st St nw, HArmony

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

A get away or a place to stay, this 3 bedroom home offers a great yard and an easy walk to the Root River Trail and Root River. Main floor bedroom & bath. 2 car & 1 car detached garages with storage. Garden space and beautiful scenery! $82,900

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110 Spruce St. SE, FoUnTAIn Ideally located with country views this 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home has lots to offer. Custom A Slice of Country! 1 1/2 story home with main floor bedroom, bath, & laundry. Upstairs loft plus 2nd bedroom. 3 season porch & deck. hardwood floors, open staircase, 2 fireplaces, 9 ft 32 x 24 attached garage. Septic new 2012, private well. Rural ceilings. Master bedroom with en suite. LL finished. Insulated 3 car attached garage. $245,000 zoning, with 3 acres. Boarders Harmony Golf Course. $59,900

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Move in & enjoy!! Well kept home with many updates. Generous living space, mainfl laundry, & lots of cabinets. Lower level has been remodeled with family room, egress window & full bath. New roof (2014) Enjoy the deck and great yard. $112,900

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15529 Kiwi rd., PrESTon Nice starter home offering affordable living. Main floor bedroom, bath, & laundry. 2 bedrooms and bath up. Att 2 car garage. Permanent siding and new steel roof. $62,500

Beautiful setting & Great location this immaculate ranch home offers 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom. Open floor plan with large kitchen. Lower level offers a family room, walk out, 2 bedrooms, bath, fireplace & in floor heat. Insulated large garage. Garden area & wooded backyard! 3.56 acres

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3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • Archways • High Ceilings • Block Exterior • 2 Car Garage

Old World Charm • Wood Floors throughout • Original Woodwork • Large Living Room • Large Dining Room • Open Kitchen • Great View of Bluffs • 2 Storage Sheds

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431 HaLF St, wHaLan Great opportunity to own large commercial building in a high traffic area. Potential business could be retail, restaurant/bar, convenience store/ Next to State Bike Trail • Wood Floors • Corner Lot • Garage • grocery, crafts or many other uses. Can be divided off. $64,500 Storage Shed

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Ranch Home On Large Lot • Open Floor Plan • Main Floor Laundry • Private Deck • 2+Garage • Large LL Family Room

218 AWESOME ACRES offering privacy only a few miles from Lanesboro- 2008 custom built post & beam home, large open loft area, plus 4 bedrooms & 2 baths. Geo Thermal heating system, large wrap around deck and walk out basement. 3 car garage, 150 x 40 pole barn, 32 x 26 shop, & 32 x 26 pole shed. Hay ground, open prairie, and woods, rock formations & wild flowers with scenic views. $925,000

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

Park like back yard on over an acre of land. Upper Iowa River runs along the boundary of this property. Great landscaping and fenced back yard. The garage is heated & insulated. Lower level has been completely redone w/huge family room, 3/4 bath, an abundance of storage w/shelves & workshop area. Newer roof, maintenance free deck & porch, and back yard storage shed. Country living in town!

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Great hobby farm set up! Fenced for horses or other farm animals. Barn, house & garage have newer roofs. New mound system installed in 2008. House has nice updates including some newer windows, walk in shower w/ceramic tile, whirlpool tub, freshly painted interior w/updated colors. Formal dining area & build in cupboard. Cropland & pasture rented (21.2 acres at $210 per acre).

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18529 160tH St., SPRING VALLEY • $219,900

20509 Mayapple lane, PREStoN • $177,900

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XXX 3rd Ave. SE, HArmony Lots for Sale! Harmony’s newest subdivision, with country views and city utilities at an affordable price. No connection fees or building permit fees in 2014! Harmony is a super place to live, offering the quality lifestyle of a small town, with a thriving business district, clinic & health care facilities. Get $5,000+ cash back/EDA incentive!

401 Hillcrest St. E, LAnESBoro This Townhome is a fabulous option for full time or a retreat! Ready for you to select the finishing touches. Gutted & currently at the sheetrock stage, new wiring & plumbing. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Tuckunder, heated 2 car garage. No association fees. $98,500

UNDER $100,000 145 1st Ave. SE, HArmony An inviting 1 1/2 story home offering a large open kitchen and dining area. Bedroom, bath & laundry all on one level. Upstairs features 2 additional bedrooms plus full bath. 2 car detached garage plus insulated shop space. $72,500

610 Parkway Ave. S, LAnESBoro Here is a wonderful opportunity to step into a well ran business and meet new friends. The first motel in Lanesboro, tastefully renovated with five fully furnished rooms with private baths, & AC.

102 w Highway 52, CAnTon Turn key 2 bedroom home with updated paint, floorings, and finished basement . Beautiful woodwork, generous cabinets & storage space. Ramp in attached insulated 2 car garage. Wrap around deck. Nice lot and alley entrance to both garages. $89,900

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

10277 County 116, HArmony

Stop Renting! - this affordable 2 bedroom home offers efficient living with fresh paint & carpet, plus new front door. Near the Upper Iowa River, 2 car XL garage. New furnace in 2007 and updated septic. Not flood zone - call today! $43,500

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

15413 County rd 9, PrESTon Why rent, when you can own! Nicely updated 2 bedroom home, updates include flooring, lighting, bathroom, furnace, window replacement, siding & roof. Full basement. CA. Large 2 car detached garage. Rural residential area offers affordable living with country views. $55,000

21980 County 20, PrESTon

317 Fillmore St. w, PrESTon

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

Starter home in mint condition, 4 bedroom & sets high with nice view and easy access to Root River Trail. Large mudroom/ entry off kitchen with extra cabinets and laundry. Deck for entertaining. Storage shed. $77,900

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

COMMERCIAL BUILDING GREAT LOCATION on US HWY 52.

4,800 SqFt built in 2005. Asphalt parking area. 1.32 Acre Lot. Call today for more information.

215 5th St SW Harmony SOLD 230 2nd Ave SW Harmony SOLD 605 Lincoln St Preston SOLD 36117 Dogwood Rd Lanesboro SOLD 131 Main St Caledonia SOLD 625 1st Ave SW Harmony SOLD 23824 Holly Rd Lanesboro SOLD 210 W Center St Harmony SOLD 30 3rd Ave NW Harmony SOLD

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507-450-3072 A rare opportunity to buy approx. 42 acres with a 3 bedroom, 3 bath log home w/horse barn, shop & garage. Mature trees and professional landscaping on this very well maintained property. If you are a horse enthusiast and/or hunter, you’re in the right place. 80’x64’ horse barn w/40’x56’ indoor riding area. 64’x56’ shop/garage lined and insulated FoR SalE with attic-type area above. Good fences. 26140 Jack Pine Rd, Preston, MN MLS# 4055889. $495,000

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Leather, NaV, (1 owner) 81,000 Miles

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PrograM veHicleS

‘14 cHEVY impala LTZ, 12,000 Miles ‘14 GMc Yukon XL, SLT, DVD + Sunroof (2) ‘14 cHEVY impala 2LT (New Style), 21,000 Miles

‘14 DoDGE Grand caravan SXT, 17,000 Miles ‘13 GMc Yukon XL, SLT, DVD + Sunroof

‘12 cHEVY Malibu LT, 30,000 Miles

uSed veHicleS 2004 Ford Taurus SES, 4 dr., 75,000 Miles, Local Trade

NOW ONLY $5,995

2008 Buick Enclave cXL, FWD, Sunroof, Quads, Heated Leather, Local Trade

NOW ONLY $15,995

(2) 2014 cHEVY impala 2LT (New Style), 21,000 Miles, V6, Fac. Warranty

NOW ONLY $23,495

(2) ‘13 cHEVY 3/4 Ton crew cab, 4WD, “Diesel” ‘13 cHEVY 1/2 Ton crew cab, 4WD, 21,000 Miles, Factory Warranty ‘13 chevy Malibu Eco (1-owner) 5,000 Miles, Fac Warr ‘12 chevy 1-ton crew cab Z-71 “Diesel” 31,000 Miles, Fac Warr, (1-owner) ‘12 cHEVY Malibu LT, (30,000 Miles) ‘12 cHEVY 1/2 Ton Ext. cab LT, 4WD, (1-owner), 20,000 Miles, Factory Warranty ‘12 Buick Enclave cXL, aWD, (1-owner). 26,000, Factory Warranty ‘12 cHEVY impala LTZ, 4dr, 28,000 Miles, Fac Warr, Local Trade, Heated Leather ‘12 GMc acadia SLT, aWD, 45,000 miles, Fac Warr, Heated Leather, remote Start ‘12 chrysler 200 Touring, 4 dr., Sunroof, Heated cloth, 26,000 Miles ‘12 chevy avalanche cT, 4WD, (1-owner) 24,000 Miles, Sunroof, Heated Leather, Fac Warr ‘11 kia Sorento LX, aWD, 31,000 Miles ‘11 ForD Escape XLT, FWD, (1-owner), only 22,000 Miles, Sunroof ‘11 kia Sorento EX, FWD, Heated Leather

‘11 Buick Lacrosse cX, (1-owner) 29,000 Miles, Factory Warranty ‘10 chevy Equinox LS, Local Trade, 72,000 Miles $14,995 ‘10 Jeep Grand cherokee Lavedo, 4WD, Sunroof + NaV ‘10 chevy Equinox 2LT, FWD, Heated Leather, (1-owner) ‘10 ForD Edge LTD, aWD, 75,000 Miles, Local Trade, Heated Leather, $19,995 ‘10 chevy impala LT, Sunroof, Heated Leather $9,995 ‘10 cHEVY Traverse (1-owner) ‘09 cHEVY impala LTZ, New Tires, Sunroof, Heated Leather ‘09 cHrYSLEr 300 Touring, 4 dr., Heated Leather, 79,000 Miles, Local Trade, Very clean! ‘08 cHEVY cobalt LS, only $6,195 ‘08 PoNTiac Torrent, 87,000 miles, New Tires ‘08 Buick Enclave cXL, FWD, Loaded, Local Trade, Now only $15,995 ‘08 GMc Envoy SLT, 4 dr., 4WD, 79,000 Miles ‘07 chevy 1/2 ton crew cab LT, 4WD, Local Trade $14,995 ‘07 cHrYSLEr Pacifica Touring, aWD, Leather Quads

‘07 caDiLLac DTS, 4 dr., 77,000 Miles, Local Trade, Heated Seat & Steering Wheel, Very clean!! ‘07 chevy 1/2 Ton crew cab LT, 4WD, 75,000 Miles, Local Trade “New clean”!!! ‘06 GMc canyon crew cab SLE, 4WD ‘05 cadillac Escalade aWD, Sunroof, NaV, Quads, Local Trade, Diamond White ‘05 cHEVY Malibu Maxx, Local Trade ‘05 cHEVY 1/2 Ton reg cab, 4x4, 57,000 Miles ‘04 cHEVY Trailblazer LS, 4WD, Sunroof, NoW oNLY $7,995 ‘04 Ford Taurus SES, 4 Dr., 75,000 Miles, Local Trade. Now only $5,995 ‘03 chevy Trailblazer EXT, LT, 4WD, (1-owner) 75,000 Miles, Heated Leather, Sunroof. Now only $7,995 ‘03 cHEVY avalanche Z-71, 4x4, $9,995 ‘01 Pontiac Montana Van “cHEaP” ‘01 chrysler Town & country Van “cHEaP” ‘99 PLYMouTH Voyager Van, only $2,195 ‘99 SaaB 93 convertible, 2 Dr., 93,000 Miles, Local Trade

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“NEW” 2013 cHEVY Spark LT, 4 Dr., Full Factory Warranty, “Great Gas Mileage”

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2011 Buick LacroSSE cX, (1-owner), Factory Warranty, 29,000 Miles

NOW ONLY $17,495

2013 cHEVY 1/2 Ton crew LT, 4WD, Z-71, (1-owner), Leather, 21,000 Miles, Fac. Warranty, remote Start

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Fillmore County Weather Forecast August 18 Monday

August 19 Tuesday

August 20 Wednesday

August 21 Thursday

August 22 Friday

August 23 Saturday

August 24 Sunday

Thunderstorms

Sunny

Mostly Sunny

Cloudy

62 81

61 86

This is a projected forecast, for the most up-to-date weather go to www.fillmorecountyjournal.com and click on the weather icon.

Sun & Moon Schedule

Date: SunriSe & SunSet MoonriSe & MoonSet 08/18/14 6:17am 8:06pm 12:22am 3:14pm 08/19/14 6:18am 8:05pm 1:07am 4:06pm 08/20/14 6:19am 8:03pm 1:55am 4:53pm 08/21/14 6:20am 8:01pm 2:47am 5:35pm 08/22/14 6:21am 8:00pm 3:41am 6:12pm 08/23/14 6:22am 7:58pm 4:37am 6:45pm 08/24/14 6:23am 7:56pm 5:34am 7:16pm

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Moon Phases • August-September new

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“Happy Fall” Elizabeth Schieffelbein Chatfield Elementary auguSt 26

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Sept. 8

Sept. 15

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

www.preston-equipment.com

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

• 6115D • 6125R • 7250R

Tillage • 09’ JD 2310 34’9 Finisher • JD 2623 VT Disc 26’ NEW • JD 630 Disc 15’ • (2) 980 FC 32’/27 1/2 / 21’ • 512 Disc Ripper 7 Shank • 39’ JD 726 Finisher • DMI 28 1/2” Tiger II Rolling Basket

PlaNTers • (1) 1750 6r Dry • (1) 1750 6r Lqu • (1) 1790 12/24 Lqu • AG-System 15R Applicator • ‘13 JD 1990 40’ 15” Bean Drill

Call on used financing specials!

Used TracTors row croP & UTiliTy • ‘13 JD 8235R • (2) ‘12 JD 6430 MFWD IVT/673 Loader • ‘12 8235R IUT/ILS Front Duals • ‘12 8360R IUT/ILS Front Duals • ‘10 7330 Prem IVT/673 Loader • ‘09 5065E Open ST/553 • ‘09 6430 2W Prem • ‘08 6430 2W Prem • ‘06 JD 6415 MFWD 563 Loader, 6000 hrs • ‘90 JD 4455 2W New Rubber • 6420 MFWD 640 Loader

4x4

• ‘11 9230 4x4 • ‘11 9330 4x4

New graiN carTs

•Brent 1282 tracks SOLD •Brent 782 •Brent 1082

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

1.9% FOR 3 YEARS OR 2.9% FOR 5 YEARS ON ALL USED EqUIPMENT

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

Produce Sidewalk SALE August 21st & 22nd • 9am-6pm PRESTON Foods ONLY

507-765-2465 • Mon–Sat: 7am – 9pm Sun: 8am – 7Pm

Green & Red Seedless Grapes $ 99

Each

Celery ¢

Prima Peaches $ 99

Bartlett Pears $ 29

Lb.

Locally Grown

Lb.

Locally Grown Tomatoes $ 69

Green Bell Peppers 3/$

Green Top Radishes 2/$

Lb.

5 Lb.

Yellow Onions $

Locally Grown Sweet Corn 12/$

Each

Head Lettuce $

Prima Nectarines Cauliflower $ 99 Seedless Whole 2/$ Lb. Watermelon $ Raspberries Athena Musk 2/$ Melon 2/$ Each

5 1 Lb.

Strawberries 2/$

6 Oz.

Locally Grown Cucumbers 2/$

1 Lb.

Baby Carrots $ 5 Lb.

Locally Grown Red Potatoes 2/$

6 Oz.

Blackberries 2/$

Pint

Blueberries 2/$