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Working like a dog (or cat)

By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

While most of us go to work each day and make the best of it there are several businesses in the area which get a little help from some furry friends.

Just as having pets to come home to is comforting and meaningful the same can be said for having animals at the workplace.

True Value Hardware Store of Spring Valley has a cute little helper not only around the store but also making deliveries.

Owner Todd Jack of True Jones brings Value his family dog “Jack” to work with him each day and regular customers will ask where the dog is if he does not greet them when they walk in.

Jack is a one year old male Pomeranian mix who still has a lot of puppy in him, said Todd , but he is such a loveable dog he has turned people around that were not dog lovers. Jack also loves babies explained Todd saying that Jack can be in the office sleeping and if someone walks in with a baby, even if the baby is sleeping, Jack knows there is a baby in the store and runs out to see it.

When walking into True Value Jack is happy and excited to see customers just as their own pets are when they get home. Todd said that everybody loves Jack and after meeting him once it is easy to see why.

Scott Brunsvold of Brunsvold Enterprises in Preston, Minn.

has had “Ricki Lee” for 14 years and says the Norwegian Forest Cat makes for a good “ice breaker and conversation piece” when customers come in.

Ricki Lee of Although Brunsvold Ricki Lee Enterprises is 14 years old, age doesn’t stop the feline from doing what it feels is its job such as the day a bird flew in through an open door and within 15 seconds the cat had the bird caught. Scott says that the cat was as proud as the day is long after catching the bird.

Ricki Lee has always had seemingly labored breathing but is healthy and at an advanced age may not be as soft and fluffy as a kitten but is a treasured pet and co-worker to Scott and regular customers have grown Charlie of attached to Preston the cat as Equipment well.

The black cat that can be found at Preston Equipment is not so much a co-worker as “a stray we let come in,” said owner Steve Ille. The cat they call “Charlie” showed up one day a couple months ago and someone fed it stated employee Sierra Haugerud so it keeps coming back.

Charlie is allowed inside each morning and is put outside at 5 p.m. each day. Ille and the employees of Preston Equipment are not sure if

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Chosen Valley Care Center has a soft fluffy cat named “Callie” that residents of the facil- Callie of the ity consider Chosen Valley their own. Care Center Callie roams the halls stopping for attention now and then or finding one of her favorite spots in the building to take a nap.

Callie was donated to the care center over 10 years ago and she was not a kitten when they got her, so no one is sure of her age. The cat not only makes the residents feel more at home, she also offers comfort to anyone who may need it.

The employees of the care center tend to think of Callie as theirs too as they see her and spend time with her often.

At the Root River Veterinary Center customers, other pets, and delivery people are met by “Sunny” who is a 5 yearold female beagle who definitely has a sunny disposition.

According to Linda SifSunny of the ford, owner Root River of Root Veterinary River VeteriCenter nary Clinic and the dog’s owner, Sunny is the family dog and goes home each night but also has work to See DOGS & CATS Page 2 

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Mabel-Canton Principal resigns

By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Mabel-Canton Board of Education met on August 19th, 2014 at 7 p.m. All board members were present.

The minutes from the July 15, 2014 board meeting were reviewed and approved.

The board wished to welcome back the staff and students of Mabel-Canton.

The board approved the breakfast and lunch prices for the 2014-15 school year. The prices are as follows; K-12 breakfast: $1.30, adult breakfast: $2.10, K-6 lunch: $2.15, 7-12 lunch: $2.25, adult lunch: $4, milk break: $65, and snack cart: $55.

The increases are in accordance to federal law.

Principal Jeff Nolte’s resignation, effective August 15, 2014, was accepted by the board, and Superintendent Jennifer Backer thanked him for his service to the Mabel-Canton School District.

The Salvation Army donated $500 to the school for the school milk program.

The 2014-15 Student Handbooks were approved with no changes from last year. The cell phone policy put in place last year was a seamless change, and the students were very respectful of the policy. Superintendent Backer will review See M-C PRINCIPAL Page 7 

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Milwaukee Road Caboose No. 02095 dedicated to Preston exhibit

By Mitchell Walbridge mitchell@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Members of the Preston Historical Society, Bob Storozuk who is the President of the Milwaukee Road Historical Society, Representative Greg Davids and the public gathered at the site of the historic Milwaukee Elevator on August 16 to welcome the addition of Milwaukee Road Caboose No. 02095 to Preston.

The caboose, built in 1951, was recovered by the Preston Historical Society after a search commenced in October of 2007. With rumor that a caboose was located Prairie du Chien, Wis., historical society members pursued the lead only to

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Transporting the caboose turned out to be no easy task while also being costly. Within the minutes of one Preston Historical Society meeting, a line read, “We are short funds to pay for the caboose to bring it home.”

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do during the day.

She is a Certified Therapy Dog and co-worker who visits local schools, participated in a reading program in Winona, Minn. this summer, and plans to visit nursing homes and hospitals in the future.

Kristin Schwier, technician at Root River Veterinary Center, says Sunny gets along well with animals and people. She especially likes the UPS driver who brings snacks.

Regular customers have become so close to Sunny that if she does not greet them when they walk in, they ask where she is. Sunny is a very polite dog and rarely barks. Schwier stated, “If she barks we wonder what’s going on.”

Just as pets can bring so much into our lives at home the same can be said for pets on the job. Many pets have an instinct as to what their job is and they do it well.

Having pets of any kind on the job can make for a more relaxed and enjoyable workplace, making the day go by just a little bit faster. They can also bring strangers together with a common interest. Be sure to acknowledge these and other pets you see “on the job” in our area and give them a pat on the back for a job well done.

Monday, August 25, 2014

Rushford Village reviews project, staffing options

By Kirsten Zoellner Getting the Tuff Lane Project underway may finally be drawing near for Rushford Village. Deemed deficient by the county, the city is mandated to remedy the lane bridge, which currently has insufficient tonnage limits. In June project engineer Brian Malm of Bolton & Men, Inc. brought forth recommendations for the project.

Having undergone further review, the city has been presented with two options for replacing the bridge with box culverts. Currently, the bridge, roughly 15 feet by 3 feet in dimension, typically has 225 cubic feet of water flow per second when full and 325 cubic feet per second just prior to overtopping during flooding. The bridge frequently tops the bridge during flooding periods, as the area sits on a large watershed of 1,7002,500 acres.

Option one includes a single 16 foot by 6 foot box culvert offering 410 cubic feet per second, a 26 percent increase in flow, at a materials cost of $36,965. Option two consists of two 10 foot by 6 foot box culverts offering 525 cubic feet per second, a 62 percent increase. The price tag on option two rings in at a substantially higher $53,488. Neither option will meet the threshold for a five year flood event of 528 cubic feet per second (based on flows from the watershed upstream). However, the improvements will make the crossing

sufficient.

Materials, installation, and engineering on the project could reach an anticipated $100,000. “It doesn’t make sense, but what do you do?” asked Mayor Johnson. Replacement construction costs for the project are estimated at $60,000-$80,000 and costs for engineering and permitting are estimated at $15,000-$20,000.

Funds are available for the projects in the city’s Road and Bridge Fund.

In other news, the city is facing staffing changes as city Public Works/Maintenance Director Bob Thieret has given the city notice of retirement and has offered the city two scenarios. In one, he would continue to work part-time until the city can acquire the proper water and sewer licensure through other personnel. His other choice is to retire fully, likely as of January 1, 2015.

The city currently employs one, part-time public works/maintenance member; Evan Meier. Having completed a one-year probationary period, it was noted that Meier is eligible to take testing for appropriate water licensure in October and may be eligible for a sewer license test as well. Mayor Johnson noted that Meier is aware of the process and would be considered for the position, but would be required to apply and go through the interview process.

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Perhaps a one-man band isn’t sufficient anymore,” added Johnson citing the lack of project completion due to large workload. “The public expectations are getting greater and greater.”

It’s possible the city will have advertisements for the position out by early October. Discussion indicated the ad would be out for approximately two weeks. After that

point, interviews would likely be conducted in early November, so the applicant chosen would be able to give a 30-day notice to their current employer. In the meantime, Thieret will work with staff to define and update the job description for his position.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, September 2, at 7 p.m., at the Village City Hall.

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C ommentary Concerning women’s healthcare

By Yvonne Nyenhuis We send representatives to the government to serve us. It is not our job to serve them.

Over 90 percent of American women have used some kind of birth control in their lifetimes, yet Yvonne it is harder Nyenhuis every day for women to obtain affordable healthcare. Across the country family planning clinics are being closed. Lawmakers have started attacking access to contraception, (which reduces the need for abortion.)

Women are losing access to low cost family planning services, to public hospitals during a health emergency and their right to privacy. If we seriously want our country to be a democracy, rules should not be made by a radical minority.

In some states women are required to undergo and pay for unnecessary ultrasound procedures prior to having an abortion. In Ohio, Governor John Kasich, surrounded by men, signed a bill that “simultaneously made it harder to prevent a pregnancy, harder to terminate one and harder for low income women to keep their babies.

(Amanda Marcotte) “Senator Orrin Hatch asserted that abortion constitutes 95 percent of what Planned Parenthood does as an organization. The same claim was made by Senator John Kyl and debunked. Senator Hatch apparently didn’t get the message and repeated the falsehood on FRCS in an interview with Tony Perkins (“People for the American Way”submitted Editorial Cartoon

by Kyle Montyla). Actually the amount spent on abortion is 3 percent!

Pro-life advocates like to showcase their position as “we against them”. They present themselves as being “for” the life of the unborn. They reiterate that those who are “prochoice” are evil and are “for” abortion.

I have been for “choice” as long as I can remember but I have never liked the idea of abortion. I find when talking to others who support “choice” that they feel as I do. I came to realize, the truth underlying this issue is that we are “all” pro-life! The difference in concept is how we respond to women’s needs.

I discussed abortion with my eldest son on a rare visit. He said he is “pro-choice” but feels that a woman should decide within the first trimester if she wants to terminate her pregnancy. We agreed there can be extenuating circumstances and that a woman and her doctor should decide what procedures she should follow. Her fate should not be determined by lawmakers in Congress.

Abortion was made legal in 1973 in a decision by the Supreme Court because desperate women were resorting to seeking help in “back alleys”. There were no regulations, often unsanitary conditions and many women died.

We have representatives in Congress who believe it is their duty to see that women carry to full term but don’t believe that government has a role in taking care of these babies once they are born. They unabashedly wish to cut funding for the WIC program, Head Start, school lunches, and food

stamps.

There are three suggestions for action that I’ve heard from “pro-life” advocates. The first is “abstinence’ (which I have noted before is not enthusiastically embraced) and the other is making abortion illegal. The Republican platform calls for making abortion a “criminal offense”.

These are not solutions to the problems women face. The third is adoption. Adoption can offer an option to women who want to carry to full term and are not able to raise a child.

There is nothing wrong with protecting the life of unborn babies, but the best way to do this is through education, prevention of becoming pregnant and programs which give women support who wish to carry to full term but need help.

Making abortion illegal would not stop desperate women from getting abortions. They would resort to going back to unsafe sources. Making abortion illegal does not offer a solution to women’s problems. It is a ‘copout”, a way of avoiding responsibility. Pro-life advocates are unwilling to confront the complex realities of women’s healthcare. There is rape and incest and medical complications. It’s possible for a girl who is 10 years old to become pregnant.

There are other elements such as drugs, alcohol, mental illness and poverty that also may become part of the equation.

Pro-life” advocates choose to dismiss the very real problems that women face.

Cats and dogs don’t sit around and discuss birth control. Human beings unlike other animals have been given

the ability to reason. The ability to reason implies “choice”.

We don’t have to be victims of our biology. Some people see unwanted or unplanned pregnancies as an “act of God”, but God also gave us the ability to think critically and to solve problems.

Listening to lawmakers discuss women’s health issues has been embarrassing. Their ignorance and total lack of understanding about women’s bodies is alarming. That government officials at both state and federal levels have been allowed to shape healthcare policies for women has resulted in wholesale discrimination against women!

Divesting women of the power to make personal decisions is morally wrong, but there are practical considerations as well.

Women are a major part of the work force. They are partners in providing for families. In some cases they are the sole providers.

They need to be in control of their health in order to make a living.

In closing I might ask, “Where are the men?” Somehow the burden falls on women.

Women don’t have babies by immaculate conception! If a woman is to be sent to prison for having an abortion, perhaps the man who got her pregnant should serve time as well.

It is time we put this issue behind us and devote our efforts to creating well paying jobs, increasing revenue to facilitate government spending, protecting the environment, lessening crime and improving our justice system, healthcare and education.

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Government this week •Monday, August 25, Chatfield City Council meeting, 7 p.m., City Hall.

•Monday, August 25, City of Rushford City Council meeting, 6:30 p.m., City Hall.

•Monday, August 25, Spring Valley City Council meeting, 6 p.m., City Hall.

•Tuesday, August 26, Fillmore County Commissioners meeting, 9 a.m., Fillmore County Courthouse.

•Tuesday, August 26, Fillmore Central School Board meeting, 6:30 p.m.

•Wednesday, August 27, Peterson City Council meeting, 7 p.m., City Hall.

Schedule subject to change.

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C ommentary Why government openness matters

By Lee H. Hamilton One of the fundamental lessons of the 9/11 tragedy was that our government carried a share of blame for the failure to stop the attacks. Not because it was asleep at the switch or ignorant of the dangers that Al Qaeda Lee H. posed, but Hamilton because the agencies charged with our safety did not share what they knew, either up and down the chain of command or with each other. The attacks were preventable with shared information.

This insight was highlighted in the report of the 9/11 Commission — on which I served — and became a key driver of the reforms instituted by the U.S. intelligence community over the last dozen years.

Within the government, there are plenty of people who now understand that sharing infor-

mation and using it to inform planning and debate produces better policy: rooted in facts, well-vetted, and more robust.

So it’s worrisome that today it seems harder than ever to know what our government is doing, and not just when it comes to national security.

Secrecy and a widespread failure to share information both within government and with the American people remain major barriers to the effective operation of representative democracy.

This unwillingness to be open often arises for the wrong reasons. In many cases, officials claim they’re trying to prevent harm to the national security, but actually want to avoid embarrassing themselves or to sidestep the checks and balances created by our Constitution.

So secretiveness infiltrates government culture. The White House has become remarkably adept at making sure the President rarely faces an unscripted or uncomfortable moment — a trend that’s

been building for decades. The government classifies far too many documents at too high a cost, to the point where vital information is inadequately protected because of the sheer volume of needlessly classified information.

Federal agencies often keep information from inspectors general, our nation’s appointed watchdogs. They do their best to put strict limits on what Congress finds out; I often get the impression that the executive branch would prefer an uninformed Congress to one knowledgeable enough to press high-ranking officials, including the President, on their understanding of policy challenges, the steps they’re taking to address them, and the articulation of the policy. Congress — ostensibly the people’s branch of government — all too often lets the Executive get away with it.

Failing to share information makes us weaker. It enfeebles congressional oversight, which is one of the cornerstones of representative democracy and

which, when aggressively carried out by fully informed legislators, can strengthen policymaking. It makes it far more difficult to maintain our system of checks and balances. It exacerbates mistrust between branches of government and between the government and the American people. And it chips away at the foundation of our system, which rests on a public that is well-informed about what government is doing and why.

Without that information, we are poorer in our ability to exercise discriminating judgment on the conduct of policy and of politicians, and we lose our advantage over authoritarian societies: the spread of knowledge to people searching for a solution to our society’s challenges and problems.

In fact, if you look at the public discussion of any number of recent controversies — Benghazi, NSA surveillance, the IRS rulings, reform of the VA, the subsidies going to solar manufacturer Solyndra — what’s clear is that as more information became available, resolving the problem became more straightforward. And failing to

share information can ensnare an administration in worse problems than it was trying to avoid. Iran-contra, Watergate, the Pentagon Papers: each of these had a major impact on our constitutional system, and each was characterized by efforts to suppress information.

In short, on most issues we’re better off if the American people know what’s going on.

Full disclosure doesn’t produce good government by itself, but it makes it more likely.

To be sure, on occasion secrecy is legitimate and necessary, but representative government — with its systems of checks and balances — cannot function properly without openness and the presumption should always be in its favor. If officials want to keep information secret, they should bear the burden of explaining why.

I hope you’ll join me in pushing for an era of openness in government.

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.

Guest commentary regarding Rushford-Peterson Schools

By Linda Hovland Thank You to Brett Kues and Stan Gudmundon for writing a letter to the editor. I am glad that there are people willing to talk about the new school.

Whether you are for or against, I really think that there Linda Hovland should be a lot of discussion by both sides before the referendum so that we all make the right choice and all the people will be of the same mind as to why the decision was made.

There should be at least one open meeting where the public could come together, not to scream at each other but to voice our concerns and wants and the board should listen to

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what the people want.

If we are responsible and look at it like we were building our own home, then we should be asking a lot of questions.

1. The first question should be, what can we afford?

It would be irresponsible to look at a $500,000 house if all we can afford is a $100,000 house.

2. The next thing should be, “What do we need in this house?” How big should the rooms be? What kind of heating would be the best for us?

Do you need more storage? Are you going to have more kids, or are you going to downsize? How can this house be perfect for us now and years to come?

When I found out that there was going to be another facilities meeting about a new school or remodel the old school, I went to it. I was very disappointed with the architect because he had his own agenda and didn’t even listen to us. They did all the talking and we did all the listening. The reason both committees came with the answer was because we never got to voice our thoughts.

I decided to find some information myself; so I went to the Winona Middle School. They were very welcoming and gave me a lot of information that I thought was very helpful. I wanted to know what they did and if there were changes they would make if they could do it over again. They were very happy with the school and

there were only minor things that they would have changed.

One big thing that I noticed and did not care for (but I’m old and don’t like a lot of noise) was the cafeteria/commons room. I was there during the lunch hour and it was so loud and vibrated off all of the two story walls. It was like an echo chamber. I also wondered, if it’s 2+ stories high, where is all the heat in the winter? The Superintendent said he hadn’t thought about it but he said it probably wasn’t the wisest decision. It didn’t seem practical to me.

One of the things that was brought up at the meeting was that a new school would bring more families to the area. The superintendent said that they actually lost a whole pod (the school was divided up into sections called pods) and had to bring some of the elementary students in to fill it. Caledonia said they lost kids too. We need to look at the fact that we could lose kids.

3. Look at the location. Will it be safe for our children? Now that we are going past where the school would be located and the extra traffic I am really concerned about our kids safety.

I had to stop and wait for three cars to go by when a gentleman stopped his car next to the curb near the corner where the school would be. Same thing happened about a week later. Where will the kids park? It doesn’t look like there would be a lot of parking room on the side of the

school so I would guess it would be on the street or in the field across from the school. If they have to cross at a corner, how many kids are going to be killed or seriously hurt by other drivers? This is my biggest concern.

4. This is something that we will be paying for a very long time. You don’t go into this with the attitude of “I want this so I’m going to get it.” You have to be responsible and make wise decisions. Weigh all the options, figure out all the pro’s and cons, then make a wise and informed decision.

I talked to Jeremy Miller and he was very helpful. I asked him about the funding and he said that the state would indeed pay the 60-40 equalization but that would only be guaranteed for two years because they can’t make appropriations for any longer than their term but he thought that it would probably keep going. He was surprised when I told him that the referendum was asking for up to $38.1 million. He said, “what happened to the $20 to $25 million? He suggested that the

people should tell the architect, “what can you build for $20 million and what can you build for $25 million. I also asked him if we could build a new school inside the stone walls of the old school. He said that it would be considered a remodel and would not get the funding.

We should not enter into something that could affect a lot of people for a very long time, lightly. Demand a voice and the school board should be willing and open minded to listen to the people and how they feel.

There should not be a ballot with only one option. Take it or leave it.

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C ommentary Letter about Houston County Sheriff’s Department To the Editor, Some time ago my uncle Joe Corcoran, lieutenant in charge of the Homicide and Sex Crime unit for the St. Paul Police Department, now retired, said the worst thing that can happen to a law enforcement agency is to believe they are above the law. When that happens, they soon begin to decide for themselves who to apply the law to.

Unfortunately the Houston County Sheriff’s Department, under the current Sheriff, has for some time operated like they are above the law. Many instances of illegal or unethical behavior have occurred in the Department, some the public knows about and some they don’t.

The systematic copying of DVDs in the Sheriff’s Department on County equipment is well known and documented. Behavior problems at the jail are less well known but real.

The incident regarding a county deputy drag racing a Caledonia officer at the county airport is also well known and documented. This incident however is a good example of what my uncle warned of.

The county officer involved made a dumb mistake but in that mistake he violated numerous laws and county policies. However, he was never disciplined. Since the Sheriff himself seems to have been involved in illicit activity, how can he discipline one of his subordinates for bad behavior?

So how does this affect you?

Well think about what would happen if your son or daughter, grandson or granddaughter got caught drag racing at the county airport. Would they get equal justice? Or would they have the book thrown at them and possibly have that stain on their record the rest of their lives?

This shouldn’t be an election, it should be a resignation.

Kevin Kelleher Houston, MN

Letter about Obama Care To the Editor, I am amazed at all the praise that Obama Care gets, when in reality it hurts people like me. You know. The little people it promised to help.

Because of Obama Care I lost my insurance. I’m single with no wife or kids. I believed the bull the President promised us when he said we would not lose our insurance or doctors. Well I lost because of it.

I went on the MNSure website to sign up. I was shocked that the same coverage that I had would now cost me over $300 more per month. I think it’s rather deceitful to tell us how many people MNSure has helped get insurance. In the state of Minnesota you could always get insurance. Just pay for it yourself instead of making someone else pay for it. And insurance was always available to those who couldn’t afford it through what was called M.A. Where are the facts for people like me who lost insurance and can’t afford to get it back all because of Obama Care?

I guess I will have to pay the fine and just roll the dice hoping I don’t need medical services. Getting everyone covered. Yeah, right. I hope the IRS at least looks to see that I made a good faith effort in trying to purchase insurance but stopped when the price was revealed.

I’m not alone. A woman where I work is in the same position. I want to thank each and every person fighting this stupid Obama Care. You are actually fighting for the little person like me and my coworker.

Dean Hatlevig Rushford, MN

Correction

In the article titled “Peterson approves County 25 agreement, ponders future of school” that appeared in the August 18 edition of the Fillmore County Journal, it was stated that the assessment rate for road, curb and gutter would be $654 per linear foot of property. This is incorrect. The assessment is actually $6.54 per linear foot.

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Fillmore County Land Forfeited to the State of Minnesota will be sold to highest bid September 9, 2014, commencing at 1pm at the Fillmore County Courthouse in Preston, MN NOTICE OF SALE OF LAND FORFEITED TO THE STATE OF MINNESOTA STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That I shall sell to the highest bidders in the lobby of the Fillmore County Courthouse, at 101 Fillmore Street in the City of Preston is said county and state, commencing at 1:00 PM, on the 9th day of Septemeber, 2014 the following described parcels of land forfeited to the state for non-payment of taxes, which have been classified and appraised as provided by law. Said sale will be governed as to terms, by the resolution of the County Board, those terms appearing at the end of this notice and FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE PURCHASING FILLMORE COUNTY LAND FORFEITED TO THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FOR NON-PAYMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES.

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the handbook with the Interim Student Administrator at a later date.

The board approved Michelle Weidemann as Interim Student Administrator/Dean of Students for the 2014-15 school year. Board member Mark Weidemann abstained from voting. Superintendent Backer will meet with Michelle Weidemann to determine how many classes she will be able to teach this year with her new duties. Backer has confidence that Weidemann will perform well with her new job.

The resignation of paraprofessional Joyce Graves was accepted by the board, and they thanked her for her years of service.

Mary Breon was approved as the new part-time choral/general music teacher for the 201415 school year. Mabel-Canton and Lanesboro school districts have agreed to share a music teacher which will allow Breon to be hired at full-time hours.

The 2014-15 budget is almost finished and will be audited September 8-12, 2014 by the district’s business manager, Todd Lechtenberg. Superintendent Backer commended the staff for the way they’ve tightened their belts since last May to save the district money.

The payment of the district bills and electronic fund transfers were approved.

The office staff is in the process of moving payroll, etc. to online for efficiency and costeffectiveness.

Superintendent Backer thanked the hiring committee for their long hours and dedication to ensuring that each candidate for a position is thoroughly considered from all aspects of the job for which they applied.

The student representatives on the board will attend meetings again beginning in September. Superintendent Backer has spoken with them, and they are anticipating continuing their roles on the board.

It was noted that the staff development day will be held August 25 at 7:30 a.m. September 2 is the first day of school and MEA will be October 16-17. There will be no school during MEA. The meeting was adjourned.

The next meeting will be held September 16, 2014 at 7 p.m.

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Chatfield School Board proclaims new referendum authority

By Mitchell Walbridge At its regular August meeting on August 18, the Chatfield School Board approved a resolution authorizing new board approved referendum authority that will generate local revenue for the district. While the additional revenue will be generated locally, its impact on Chatfield taxpayers will be minimal.

Elementary Principal Craig Ihrke reported that the elementary handbook had been updated later in the meeting the board approved the handbook for the new school year. Ihrke also said he was waiting for MCA results to be released for the district.

High School Principal Randy Paulson reported that fall sports are up and running. Many of the coaches recently attended the “Why We Play” program

that took place at Dover-Eyota.

To conclude, Paulson stated that 7th grade orientation is scheduled for August 26 and 9th grade orientation on August 27.

Superintendent Ed Harris said that with the school year approaching, staff will return to high impact staff development planning at teacher workshops the week of August 25. Also, Harris said that a good draft has been composed for the teacher evaluation project. Harris ended by thanking Tom Sturgis and Kathy Schellhammer for their years of service on the Chatfield School Board. Both members have decided not to seek reelection. Matt McMahon’s term is also up, though he has filed for another term.

In New Business, the board approved staff and student

Preston 2015 budget discussed

By Karen Reisner The Preston City Council at their August 20 meeting discussed options the city has to limit the levy increase in 2015.

Councilman David Harrison was absent.

City Administrator Joe Hoffman introduced the discussion draft for the 2015 budget which reflects all departmental requests and the city’s bond payment obligations. Due to those bond payment obligations for the 2014 street improvements and expected bond payments for the North Industrial Park improvements the tax levy for 2015 could see a $100,000 increase or more than 14 percent.

Hoffman asked the council what numerical increase in the budget/levy the staff should work toward. The council agreed that a 14 percent increase that was shown in the discussion draft was not acceptable. By consensus they requested that the proposed levy increase be whittled down to 7 percent or about $50,000.

How can the reductions be accomplished? The 2014 improvement bonding will require that $89,592 be included in 2015 budget/levy. Hoffman explained that $24,000 had been added to the discussion draft for the industrial park improvements. This figure could be eliminated or lowered for the 2015 budget as it was added

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to help level expenses for the 2016 budget. The discussion draft showed $90,000 budgeted in the street fund for ongoing street maintenance. Hoffman said this figure could be reduced for a few years to help smooth out levy increases. Staff will also go back to departments to get reductions in their requests where possible.

The city is expecting a slight increase in Local Government Aid for 2015. No increase in health insurance is anticipated.

Salary increases for cost of living are yet to be determined.

Councilman Robert Maust maintained that budget priorities should benefit everybody instead of just a few. He requested figures from the city staff showing what the levy increase would cost property owners in certain market value levels.

Those figures will be provided at the next meeting. The city has to approve a preliminary budget and levy by September 15.

Other Business In Brief •There was considerable discussion during a public hearing on the proposed vacation of the 500 block of Winona St. near the Kneeskern property just south of Chatfield Avenue.

The proposal was that 13 feet go to the property to the west and 33 feet go to the property to the east. The issue arose when surveying errors made over half a century ago were recognized during the sale process of the Kneeskern property.

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handbooks. It was stated that handbooks are online and that only Kindergarten students and their families will receive paper copies this year in an effort to save paper.

The Truth in Taxation Hearing was set for December 15, 2014.

The board passed a resolution calling for the School District General Election.

Consent Items •Approve July 21, 2014 regular school board minutes.

•Approve resignation of elementary paraprofessional Nancy Rowland.

•Approve posting for elementary paraprofessional position.

•Approve resignation for 7th grade girls basketball coach Jennifer O’Connor.

•Approve posting for 7th

grade girls basketball coaching position.

•Approve high school paraprofessional - Regan Little.

•Approve letter of resignation for ECFE instructor - Angie Grant.

•Approve posting for ECFE instructor.

•Approve resignation for 8th grade softball coach - Carmen Berge.

•Approve posting for 8th grade softball coach position.

•Approve resignation of elementary paraprofessional - Kim Mueller.

•Approve resignation for elementary nurse - Paula Jobes.

The next regularly scheduled school board meeting is September 15 at 7 p.m. in the Chatfield High School Media Center.

the curb on the east side. She has been paying property taxes for 27 years on three lots and owned about 20,000 square feet on paper, but with the new survey her property size will be cut about in half. She was concerned about the market value of her property being reduced.

Hoffman said after considerable discussion that they had a verbal agreement to move the line to within a foot of the curb ,which would get Bond about an additional 1,300 square feet.

A resolution to vacate the afore mentioned portion of Winona St. was approved.

•Robert Maust representing the Methodist Church requested that the city share part of the cost to patch the church parking lot. The area of the parking lot over a city storm water main is breaking up. The patch work will be done at a cost of $2,745.

The council approved a payment of $1,000 to pay for a portion of the repair. Maust abstained.

•The council again discussed possibilities for lighting the city’s south welcome sign. It has been an issue in the past and power service has not been taken to the sign due to cost because of the terrain and rock. A solar

light has not been adequate.

Jim Bakken explained that an underground service has been ruled out and an overhead line in the state right of way would cost nearly $12,000. The Preston Public Utilities (PPU) commission felt that it was too costly for one light, but they agreed to donate labor and equipment time which could reduce the cost to the city to $8,500.

Mayor Kurt Reicks asked what it would cost to move the sign. The discussion then moved to the lack of business signage along Highway 52. Reicks said people passing through don’t realize that there is more to Preston than what is along Highway 52. Maust suggested the PPU reconsider a cost share. Councilman Charles Sparks said it will still cost too much for one light.

No action was taken.

•The Historical Society has proposed that a fence be placed around the box car and caboose.

Maust said they are asking for quotes and that the Historical Society expects they will have enough money to pay for the fence. Bakken noted that the county engineer does not have an issue with the fence. No action was taken.

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ton; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Milda Nation; and an infant son.

Marvin Clarence Baker

A private gathering was held Marvin Clarence Baker, 83 of and burial will take place at a Rushford, Minn., died Wedneslater date at the Veteran’s Cemday, August 13, 2014 at his etery in Preston. home.

Marvin, the youngest of four siblings, was born in Rushford on January 7, 1931 to Carl and Mabel (Maguson) Baker. Marvin’s father died before he was born, which led him to help on the farm at an early age. He served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953 and was a military police officer in Germany. Marvin was married to Helen Pruka and they were later divorced. For more than 40 years, Marvin worked construction. From operating a crane, driving truck, to paving blacktops, he helped with several different jobs before retirement.

In his free time, Marvin enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, morel mushroom and ginseng hunting, and spending time outdoors.

He is survived by his children, Wanda (Sam) Burden of Readlyn, Iowa, Dale (Theresa) Baker of Rushford and Philip Baker of Houston, Minn.; grandchildren, Malerie (Joe) Kreutzer of Brownsville, Minn., Stephanie (Royal) Anderson of Rushford, and Trevor Baker of St. Charles, Minn.; great-granddaughters, Macy and Morgan Kreutzer; brother, Art (Helen) Baker of Winona, Minn.; sister, Adeline Erickson of Hous-

Delaine Margaret Johnson Delaine Margaret Johnson, age 79, of Mabel, Minn. and formerly of Rushford, Minn., died Friday, August 15, 2014 at Green Lea Senior Living in Mabel.

Delaine was born with her twin sister, Darlene, on January 5, 1935 in LaCrosse, Wis. to Richard and Delora (Davidson) Johnson.

They lived in Peterson, Minn. and graduated from the Peterson High School, and then also from the Winona Delaine State SecreMargaret tarial School.

Johnson She worked at Winona Box Craft and then TRW in Rushford until her retirement.

She married Harold Jacobson in 1954 and later divorced. In 1968 she married Harlan Johnson and they lived in Rushford until 2012 when she moved to Green Lea Manor Nursing Home in Mabel.

Delaine was a member of the Rushford Lutheran Church where she had been a Sunday

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eye. Emily was the most generous, good-hearted, and caring ‘mom’ anyone had ever met. Emily was a social butterfly. Emily graduated from Spring Grove High School in 1993. As a student she was extremely popular and played volleyball and basketball just to spend more time with friends.

Emily’s greatest joys of all time were her two sons, Gabriel and Carter. Emily was always proud to share stories of the memories made with her sons. She loved to travel, relax on the water, and spend unending amounts of time with her nieces and nephews.

Most people recognize Emily for her contagious smile and dancing eyes. She was an instigator of fun- always encouraging others to have a great time while she observed. She truly enjoyed keeping a nice home, cooking full, amazing meals, and growing gorgeous flowers.

Emily spent her last day, August 17, 2014 laughing with her sons and special friends. Emily is survived by her sons, Gabriel and Carter, her special friends, Richard, Whitney (Connor), Dexter, Hilary, and Addy, her parents Ray and Pat & Mary, her siblings Cindy (John), Christy (Tracy), Eric (Annie), Josie (GarEmily Jean Peterson Emily Jean Peterson, 39, was rett), Jeremiah (Kari), and Charborn on June 25, 1975 in Deco- lie, her grandma Donna, and rah, Iowa. As a little girl Emily several nieces, nephews, and lovwas bubbly, happy, and spoiled ing friends. She was preceded by her two sisters and her brother. in death by her father, Allan, She was the apple of her daddy’s Grandpa Richard, Uncle David,

school teacher, and president of Circle and Ladies Aid, and also a member of the Mabel American Legion Auxiliary, and the Rushford VFW Auxiliary. She enjoyed traveling with Harlan around the United States, baking, and her flower garden.

Delaine is survived by two children Fay (Chuck) Olson of Spring Grove, Minn., and Gary Davidson of Minneapolis; three grandchildren Heath Olson, Adam Olson, Kimberlea (Nick) Wagner; seven great grandchildren Justin Olson, Tyler Olson, Taiden Olson, Paige Olson, Avery Olson, Caleb Wagner, and Baylee Wagner; two sisters Darlene Kryzer, and Nina (Perlum) Austin; and a brother Harley (Roberta) Johnson. She was preceded in death by her husband Harlan, her brother Richard, Jr., and a brother-in-law John Kryzer.

Funeral services were at 2:30 p.m. Monday, August 18, 2014 at the Rushford Lutheran Church in Rushford, Minnesota. Visitation was 4-7 p.m. Sunday, August 17 at the Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel. Interment was in the Choice Community Cemetery in rural Mabel.

nephew Matt, and friend Rikki.

Memorial services for Emily Jean Peterson were at 11 a.m.

Friday, August 22 at the Burr Oak Lutheran Church. Visitation was from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday evening at the Lindstrom Funeral Home in Harmony.

Gabriel Erickson will be Urnbearer, with honorary Urnbearers: Carter Nisbit, Dennis Barnes, Mike Blaess, Nicolas Tilleraas, Lucas Korkowski, and Tracy Peterson.

Harold Eugene VanGundy Harold Eugene VanGundy, 90, of Houston, Minn., died Saturday, August 16, 2014 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, Wis. with family at his side.

Harold was born June 30, 1924 at the Caledonia Hospital to Carl and Luellen (Olson) Va n G u n d y.

He attended country school in Mound Prairie and Money Creek. Har- Harold Eugene old graduated VanGundy from Houston High School in 1942 and also attended Winona Technical School. He worked in the shipyards as a machinist in Bremerton, Wash. Harold was drafted into the U.S. Navy, honorably serving See OBITUARIES Page 9 

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from July 23, 1943 to April 23, 1946 where he was assigned to the U.S.S. Destroyer O’Bannon.

On February 25, 1950, Harold was united in marriage to Dolores Peterson at Houston Lutheran Church. They farmed in Yucatan and Looney Valley where they raised six children. He will be remembered for his love for horse pulling, winning many trophies in different states. He drove his horses and mules, bringing Santa Claus to town for 40 years. He touched many hearts, young and old, giving rides for groups throughout the area. Above all, Harold loved his family, friends, and grandchildren.

Harold was a member of the Cross of Christ Lutheran Church and served as an usher for many years. He was also a member of the VFW Post 3833, American Legion Post 423, Minnesota and Wisconsin Horse Pullers Association, Circle A Saddle Club, and U.S.S. O’Bannon Shipmates Association.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Dolores; children, Dianne “Dino” (Tim) Orr, Cheryl (Hoyt) Zenke, Shelly (Dwayne) Johnson, and Steve (Kendra) VanGundy; daughter-in-law, Cindy VanGundy; 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; sisters, Lois Quillin and Judy Mrachek; brothers, Donald, Wesley (Dorothy), Francis (Shirley), Robert (Laurel), Junior (Donna), Larry (Patty) and Allen; aunts, Arletta Jurasinski, Edith Guy, and Joyce Bjerke; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; sons, Dennis and Gary VanGundy; granddaughter, Sara Jo; and sisters-in-law, Loretta and LaVon. Visitation was held from 4-7 p.m., Friday, August 22, 2014 at Hoff Funeral & Cremation Service in Houston and also one hour prior to the service. Funeral service was at 11 a.m., Saturday, August 23 at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Houston with Reverend Leonard Liptack officiating. Burial will take place at Stone Church Cemetery with full military honors provided by the American Legion Arnet-Sheldon Post 423.

Please share a memory of Harold with his family and view his video tribute at www.hofffuneral. com.

Scott Royce Hatfield was born on February 23, 1943 in Austin, Minn. He was the son of Leona (Scott) and Royce Hatfield. He grew up on a farm in Florenceville, Iowa and attended Cresco High School.

He served in Scott Royce Hatfield the US Navy for seven years as a Cryptologic Technician, and was stationed in the Azores, Turkey, Morocco, and Italy.

On September 6, 1969 he married Mary Jungers in Minneapolis. They moved to Sparta, Wis. in 1971. He worked as a digital office technician for CenturyTel for 37 years, and retired to Preston, Minn. in 2005.

An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, 4-wheeling, training dogs, and socializing with friends and family. He was a gifted scrimshaw artist and gunsmith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather, one sister and one brother. He is survived

by Mary, his wife of 45 years; daughter Jen Gaudette and her partner Paul Secord of Bellevue, Wash.; son Glen and his wife Sabrina and their son Claudio of Baltimore, Md.; and three sisters, one brother and many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Scott’s life was held on Wednesday, August 20, at Thauwald Funeral Home in Preston, Minn. from 4-7 p.m.

Dress was casual; camo and blaze orange were optional.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Scott’s name to the local DNR or National Trout Center.

Marvin Knox Marvin Knox, age 75, of Brooklyn Park, Minn. Marvin was born and raised in Burr Oak, Iowa and graduate of the University of Iowa in 1961. He worked at Honeywell in the Avionics Division for 34 years. He is survived by wife of 51 years, Bette; children, David (Mary Kay), Penny (Todd) Travis, Kenton (Laurie), and Cary (Emma); grandchildren, Mitchell, Jacob, Rachel, Sarah, Katie, A lexa ndria, and twins Marvin Knox Scott Royce Hatfield Emma and Scott Royce Hatfield passed Jackson; and a multitude of famaway at home in Preston, Minn. ily and friends.

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Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 26, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 70th and Halifax Aves. N., Brooklyn Center. Visitation is 4-8 p.m.

Monday, August 25, at EvansNordby Funeral Home, 6000 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center, with KC Rosary at 7:30 p.m..

Visitation is also onehour prior to mass at church. Interment St. Vincent’s Cemetery, Osseo.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Ralph J. Hanson Retired Sgt. Major Ralph Jesse Hanson was born in Preston, Minn. on September 5, 1942 to the late Ralph H. & Francis J. (Shaw) Hanson. He graduated from Preston High School in June 1961 and enlisted in the U.S. Army on June 12, 1961. He retired from the Army May 31, 1991.

He served two tours in Vietnam and 17 years in Europe in many installations and units.

He also served in five installations in the U.S. He was awarded the Bronze Star medal on June 28, 1967.

He married Ralph J. Gudrun M. Hanson Hannelore of Germany on November 12, 1987 in Petersburg, Va. After retiring from the Army they moved to & made their home in Petersburg, Va. He is survived by his loving wife, Gudrun M.H. Hanson of Petersburg; son Thomas E. Hanson of Denmark; daughter Monica A. Hanson of Denmark; two grandchildren, Emma & Oliver Hanson of Denmark; Ralph J. three sisters Hanson Carolyn M. Weber of Byron, Minn.; Shirley A. Walderon of Knoxville, Iowa; Betty L. Snitker of Jamestown, N.D. and many nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ralph & Frances Hanson; sisters Phyllis, Donna (Hanson) Gerard and Lorraine; brothers Robert L. Hanson and infant brother; two nieces Cynthia (Linaman) Smith and Shelley R. Weber.

A memorial service was held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at the Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer in Petersburg, Va. with Pastor Paul Christian officiating. Interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va. at a later date.

Arrangements were by the Petersburg Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory of Petersonburg.

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Houston Superintendent Abraham appointed as MNVA Head of Schools

By Angie Rodenburg The Houston School Board held a meeting on August 19. At the meeting, the board set a date for the Truth in Taxation meeting, which will be on December 2, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. in the Houston High School library.

The big discussion of the night was the topic of making Superintendent Abraham the MNVA Head of Schools. Board members Kelleher and Carlson took opposite sides in the discussion, Kelleher in favor and Carlson in opposition.

Superintendent Abraham gave board members the job description of the MNVA Head of Schools, highlighting the wide overlap that there is between the job and the position of the superintendent. The only addition to the already existing superintendent duties would be the involvement of the superintendent in K12 activities. Board member Krage was concerned that this would be a major change for the superintendent and was not sure it would be the best option. Board member Carlson felt strongly that the superintendent should not take on the the role of the Head of Schools, as it would be too much work for a new superintendent and perhaps be a conflict of interest at times between the school and MNVA. Board member Kelleher on the other hand felt that it was in the best interest of the entire school to have one distinguished leader. Kelleher felt that if Superintendent Abraham delegated well, that the additional position would not be overwhelming. Board member Bonner added, “I find it rather refreshing that our superintendent is willing to step up and take responsibility for our whole organization.”

Bonner then called for a vote on the matter. After some additional discussion, the board voted in favor of making Superintendent Abraham the MNVA Head of Schools. Board members Carlson and Krage were the only ones to vote in the

negative.

At the meeting Superintendent Abraham gave an update on the facilities repairs that are happening around the school.

Some of the projects have been delayed, which makes board members nervous that they will not be completed in time for the first day of school. There was discussion on whether or not in the future they could have a financial penalty for those doing the projects if they are not completed on time. The board also approved the resurfacing of the southern section of the teardrop with blacktop at a cost of $13,753.

The school board made several other approvals, including the hiring of a half-time online teacher on special assignment, as well as a half-time on-site teacher on special assignment.

The board also approved the Houston High School Staff Handbook, MNVA High School/ Middle School Handbook, MNVA Elementary Staff Handbook, MNVA Advisor’s Handbook, Houston Elementary Student Handbook, and the Houston Elementary Staff Handbook.

There was also a resolution made in relation to the election of four school board members.

The following filled affidavits of candidacy for the 2014 election: Ronald Evenson, Joseph Krage, Tom Stilin, and Gary Wilson. The election will be held on November 4, 2014.

The next Houston School Board meeting will be held on September 2 at 6 p.m. in the Houston High School Library.

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Rushford-Peterson discusses plans for repurposing facilities

By Kirsten Zoellner Following a recent Tri-City meeting, and meetings with municipal councils and entities, the school board continues to discuss options for repurposing current facilities should the November referendum be successful. In doing so, the district has secured the services of Kane & Johnson Architects, Inc. “There’s a strange emphasis on what we envision,” noted Superintendent Chuck Ehler at the Monday, August 18 board meeting. Ehler went on to note his impression that the cities are relying on the district to shape the direction of what happens to the facilities, especially Peterson.

“We viewed it as a community resource. We didn’t want to have a plan to force on them. These buildings belong to the community, so we want input on our community members.”

Should the referendum pass, the district will not retain ownership of the Rushford facilities; however, it will retain ownership of the Peterson facility, minus acreage the city has to option to purchase for $100. The district

could sell the Peterson building to the city of Peterson or developers or individuals for a negotiated price. “There are a lot of different options,” added board chair John Linder.

As for Rushford, Ehler noted that he had a sense that the city wants to be in control of how the facility is repurposed. “I have a feeling they’re not willing to let go of it.”

Kane & Johnson, Inc. has a history of working with similar projects and Ehler noted that the firm has an appreciation for older buildings and feels there are good, feasible options and is confident of the incentives for others to invest. Potential redevelopment options for the Rushford facility may include a library, community center, retail space, and condominium living.

For Peterson, options discussed include a community center, arts center, and lodging to be used in connection with the city park.

The City of Rushford has indicated a willingness to share half the cost of architectural services provided by Kane & Johnson, Inc. Estimated fees are $9,650

Ag Days fields fun for all

By Barb Jeffers The annual Ag Days celebration took place August 12-17, 2014 in Spring Valley, Minn. with activities taking place from Tuesday through Sunday all around town.

Spring Valley Senior Living’s Cutest Pet Contest got the ball rolling on Tuesday and theatre took center stage on Wednesday with the Brave Kidz Theatre play followed by the Brave Community Theatre’s production of “Mame” at the community center. The plays were performed both Saturday and Sunday giving everyone a chance to see the local talent in action.

An 18th Annual Cruise Night was held at the A&W complete with prizes on Thursday and the fun continued at Valley Lanes with music by Trouble Shooter to end the night.

Sunshine Foods parking lot was filled with the Antique Tractor Show for the weekend giving farmers and city folk the opportunity to see how things were done in the past.

While reminiscing about the past another great stop was the Spring Valley Historical Society Museum which was open during Ag Days for visitor’s to take a step back in time.

Additional events on Friday were golf, kickball, and softball tournaments, Garden Club Flower Show, an ice cream social, and an antique tractor drive.

South Park was a busy place the entire weekend with many activities taking place such as three inflatable bouncy houses which children always enjoy, a sand pile, playground equipment, and many types of food

and treats.

The Knights of Columbus were also busy in South Park as grill master Jerry Wolf cooked up the meat while Paul Klockeman, John Glady, and Mike Blanchard served hungry patrons.

Friday evening brought an emotional VFW flag retirement and candlelight vigil for POW/MIA’s at the Veteran’s Memorial.

Johnny Ringo’s had a DJ for entertainment Friday night and Fireworks ended the evening activities as people enjoyed the sights and sounds from their porches, lawn chairs, and blankets.

More competition was in store on Saturday with a fishing contest, a 6K run, sand volleyball tournament, bean bag tournament, and the Little Husker 1K which included hundreds of kids from ages 2 -12 who all received free t-shirts and a medal for completing the course.

Kids of all ages enjoyed watching Magic by Not Your Average Joe as he called for some volunteers from the crowd. Jackson Pettes, 11, assisted the magician and said, “It was fun because the magic was very cool and it was science.” Jackson is the son of Jeff and Julie Pettes of Burnsville, Minn. and the grandson of John and Darlene Vrieze of Spring Valley, Minn.

The fire station was filled with hungry guests for the Corn & Hot Dog Feed right up until the beginning of the Grand Parade as the streets lined with people on both sides. The parade was impressive with fire trucks, tractors,

in total, plus estimated reimbursable expenses of up to $480.

Services will include the facilitation of two Steering Committee meetings to identify community facility needs that might be housed in district buildings, to document and assemble drawing-based sheets of the sits and building floor plans, and coordinate with the State Historical Preservation Office and Minnesota Historical Society, and will identify/contact private developers for cultivation of interest and investment in the project(s), including site visits with firms as required. Additionally, Kane & Johnson, Inc. will coordinate with Kasson and Chatfield for information regarding their respective similar projects which may assist in development of this project.”

The board approved the contract, with shared fees, in a 6:1 vote with board member Taylor Peterson opposed.

In related news, the district has received final tax impact figures from Ehler’s & Associates.

The calculation for debt equalization comes to a 45 percent

local match and an estimated 55 percent state match. Persons wishing to find out their exact tax impact for their property parcels may contact the firm at 1-800-552-1171 or by email at mnschools@ehlers-inc.com.

Property owners are asked to provide their parcel numbers to get specific information R-P teacher Jake Dahl has approached the board regarding the formation of a district organization affiliated with The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). An interdenominational ministry aimed at impacting the lives of others through the influence of athletes and coaches, the FCA has been a nationwide presence in athletics for 60 years. Dahl noted he was first impressed by the organization during his time in the Chetek, Wis. School District and it has always been on his mind.

“There are benefits for coaches, athletes, and families as well. The benefits are far and wide,” added Dahl citing multi-sport camps, opportunities for national speakers, and connections for student athletes making the transition to

college.

The FCA suggests interested persons first speak with their local district and school board before continuing discussion with others in the community.

“We’d like your permission to move on with this,” stated Dahl.

The elective group would be run by a volunteer staff and would require no budgetary needs from the district. The board offered unanimous support for Dahl to move the project forward.

Eight persons have filed for three seats on the RushfordPeterson school board. The candidates include Evan Meier, Len Strapp, Joyce Iverson, Trevor Auman, Dave Ansell, Dean Mierau, Jon Pettit, and Ryan Oian. The district will be sponsoring a forum to meet the candidates, Monday, October 13, at 7 p.m., in the R-P theatre.

More information will follow.

Elections will be held Tuesday, November 4.

The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Monday, September 15, at 5:30 p.m., in the high school biology room. The public is encouraged to attend.

horses, wagons, cars, and many other entries from local groups and businesses.

Following the parade many people took advantage of the Key Club Car Wash in the Sunshine Foods parking lot and drove away with a spotless vehicle.

Children’s activities filled the afternoon on Saturday with horse rides at Racks and a Kids Pedal Pull at South Park. For those who did not get full from the Zebra Cake Eating Contest, there was more food to be found at the Firemen’s Chicken Feed & First English Lutheran Church Pie & Ice Cream Social at the fire hall.

A street dance with music by “Time Machine” had attendees singing and dancing to their favorite classic songs bringing Saturday night to an end.

Activities did not slow down on Sunday as the Spring Valley Pool had an pen swim and the Legion/Kiwanis/Key Club held a breakfast at the community center to begin the day in a refreshing way.

Balloon artist Kevin Lindh, a balloon toss, and face painting by pre-k teacher Karli Beissel kept the kids happy Sunday afternoon as did the Big Wheel Race. Andrew Stolp, 6, was having a great time riding around the track on a Big Wheel during the race.

The Austin Stump Jumpers were at the Industrial Park to provide excitement for a large crowd at the Mud Bog Races as the drivers had the mud flying.

Sponsors of the Mud Bogs were Napa of Spring Valley - Classes A & B, JJ’s Customs - Class C, Spring Valley Overhead Door

- Class D & E, SEMA Equipment, O’Connell Excavating, True Value, Grafe Auction, Matt’s Body Shop, and the City of Spring Valley.

An Okee Dokee Brothers Concert sponsored by the Spring Valley Area Ministerial Association, KSP & ECFE provided entertainment Sunday afternoon follwed by Spring Valley’s Got Talent where contestants sang, danced, and performed many interesting acts for the audience.

The VFW held their VFW Feed Sunday evening with everyone going home on a full stomach after engaging in six days full of fun during Ag Days 2014.

To view additional photos of Ag Days visit the Facebook page of the Fillmore County Journal.

The Spring Valley American Legion marks the beginning of the Ag Days parade 2014.

Photo by Barb Jeffers

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Monday, August 25, 2014

Canton was right on with Day Off

By Barb Jeffers The city of Canton, Minn. celebrated its 135th Day Off celebration with hundreds of residents and visitors enjoying three days of summertime fun August 15 - 17, 2014.

A softball tournament got the weekend started Friday and continued through Sunday at the newly dedicated Ralph Leistikow Field. The beer tent opened at the Fest Grounds just in time for the All School Gathering at the Fest Tent. It was a time for people to see and talk with those they may not have seen for many years.

Contestants took the Bloody Mary contest seriously in the Fest Tent Friday evening while younger folks were not so serious while dancing to DJ Dewy during the Teen Dance at the Town Hall.

While the teenagers had their fun adults gathered at the Fest Tent for the Raiders Rendezvous Prom where participants dressed in their favorite prom dress, suit, or other attire. The prom included a Grand March with some vintage suits and dresses with music provided by DJ Stateline Entertainment.

Two couples attending the prom were Charles and Ruby Oian and Arnie and Karen Arneson who have a long and special history together. The two couples double-dated many times in high school including prom and have stayed close throughout the years. The dresses Ruby and Karen wore to the Raiders Rendezvous Prom were the same prom dresses they wore in 1963. Ruby states that both couples married in 1964 and celebrated their 50th anniversaries together during the prom. The Arneson’s live in rural Canton and the Oian’s live in Winona, Minn.

Activities began early on Saturday with the Raiders Dash 5K Run/Walk Race with participants gathering at the school and getting their exercise while enjoying the morning and the company of friends and family while looking forward to the events which were planned for the rest of the day.

Homemade breads and pies of all types were brought in to the town hall by proud bakers to be sampled by some very lucky judges. Farmers and tractor enthusiasts also came together for a Tractor Ride downtown Saturday morning.

An Antique and Working Truck Show was held all day Saturday at TJ’s Cafe bringing many people to walk around and take a look at the impressive trucks of all kinds. The Truck Show was sponsored by Severson Oil Company, Mileage Gas & Diesel Fuel Islands, Preston Dairy & Farm, Nuss Truck & Equipment, Bruening Rock Products, Inc., and Davis Construction.

The Historical Society held a gathering at the Community Center while others gathered for the Boomer Backyard

BBQ Judging at the town hall.

The smell of meat cooking on the grills traveled through the fest grounds making mouths water.

Kids laughed while throwing balls and hitting the target of the dunk tank sending volunteers into the water below. The dunk tank was a fundraiser for the Mabel-Canton cheerleaders. Children also had a great time with the entertainment provided by Jolly Jumpz and everyone enjoyed the talent of the Pronschinske Irish Entertainment at the town hall.

A long line of semi’s rolled down Canton’s Main Street waving and honking, with some throwing candy, the trucks were followed by the American Legion members marching with flags flying and the crowd standing to salute as the Grand Parade got underway.

Grand Marshals Hank and Rita Seldon, Marlene Wisland, Donald “Butch” Helgeson, Irene Rice, and Audrey Snyder rode together in a wagon smiling and saying hello to everyone in the crowd.

Members of the Canton Fire Department handed out miniature firemen’s hats to excited kids and even a few adults could be seen sporting the little hats. Many other emergency response vehicles, belonging to Canton and area towns, were included in the parade as well as local businesses and more fun entrants. Braylee Stortz, 3, of Mabel, used the fireman’s hat she was given to hold her candy and other goodies from the parade and had the hat half full before the parade had even ended.

Little ones had their hands busy during the Coin Dig which was sponsored by the First Southeast Bank following the parade while adults had their own entertainment listening to Charlie Warner and then an Old Time Dance featuring the Toe Tappers.

A church service was held by the Canton - Scotland Presbyterian Church Saturday evening as people gathered together in fellowship. Music

by Cherry Gun rounded out the nights festivities playing in the Fest Tent.

Sunday brought a crowd to the Assumption Catholic Church for a delicious Meatball & Salad Bar Dinner.

Member Evelyn Johnson was busy on Saturday selling raffle tickets to those who were feeling lucky.

After filling up on meatballs and all the trimmings some people burned a few of those calories off during the Bed Races held downtown.

Canton Speedway was the place to be for exciting races Sunday afternoon with a $100 purse in all classes. A Powerwheels race was held during intermission and a Powder Puff Race took place following the feature races.

Pay out sponsors for the races were Putt Putt - Myers Trucking, LLC, Rookie - Mike and Krissy Kelly, Jr. 1 - Brian and Shelby Gjere, Jr. 2 - Tony and Paula Severson, and Open class - Ben and Kim Gravos.

The celebration continued Sunday afternoon with Bingo at the Fest Tent and a dance with music by The Country Cousins. Many kinds of food and drinks were available during Canton Day Off including brats, hot dogs, walking tacos, BBQ pulled pork, mini donuts, cheese curds, and funnel cakes to name a few.

Fireworks lit up the sky Sunday at dusk bringing small groups together to watch the colors bursting among the stars bringing Canton Day Off to an exciting end.

It takes many volunteers for a small town to put on such a large celebration and in many cases the entire family gets involved such as the Melander family. Lolly and her son Garrett, who is 13, were selling tickets and Lolly’s daughter, Lexi, 15, was selling wristbands. Lolly was also involved in judging the BBQ contest and is also the city clerk/treasurer for the City of Canton. Another volunteer, Jason Magnuson, was serving up beers with a smile in the Beer Tent.

Whether a current resident, someone coming back home for the weekend, or a first time

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visitor, the City of Canton welcomed everyone to take a day, or a weekend, off to stop and enjoy the summer while it is still here.

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To view additional photos from Canton Day Off visit the Fillmore County Journal’s Facebook page.

Braylee Stortz, 3, has her Fireman’s hat half full of candy and prizes from the Canton Day Off parade. Parents are Derek and Jenna Stortz of Mabel, Minn.

Photo by Barb Jeffers

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CABOOSE

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tion was ready to begin, though the bulk of the work was done in 2012-2013.

A significant amount of detailing was completed for the restoration.

Welding, setting on original rails, painting, reupholstering and new

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lettering were all preparations for the dedication program on August 16.

Preston Historical Society President Dick Petsch explained that many of the venders who ended up working on the caboose were also volunteers who put in a countless number of hours on the project.

Special speaker Storozuk repre-

senting the Milwaukee Road Historical Society presented a message at the dedication. The Milwaukee Road Historical Society, or MRHA as it’s known, is a 501(c)3 not-forprofit corporation that focuses its efforts to study and preserve the history of the Milwaukee Road.

The Milwaukee Road is a railway system that is linked to Chi-

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! cago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and the Pacific Railroad. The network had its inception in 1850. Though the MRHA does not affiliate itself with any railroad company, it is considered an official historical body dealing with the Road itself, its predecessors and its subsidiaries.

In his delivery to the audience, Storozuk explained the importance of the railroad and its history, specifying that the railroad once held great value in Preston.

MRHA President Storozuk said that the MRHA has members in every state, Europe, even Asia and New Zealand. “Over 90 percent of towns in the U.S. had links to the railroad,” Storozuk explained.

“They [railroads] were the lifelines of towns and cities. Towns would actually move to the railroad.

But today times have changed.”

Because of this change, historical restoration and preservation is more important than ever.

While railroads and trains may not hold the same role of practicality that they once did, their

historical value has since went up.

Although they’re not as widely used for shipping commodities or for passenger transportation, railroads, in addition to trains and depots now take on a different role.

Storozuk concluded by saying, “The people in this town and area have done a tremendous job. I’ve been all around the country and this is one of the best projects of preservation and historical restoration that I have ever seen.”

Refreshments followed the conclusion of the program with an opportunity for individuals to tour the caboose and visit with President Storozuk and other project team members.

The work of the Preston Historical Society is never done. A list of projects still awaits them as they continue their diligent work. For more information on the Preston Historical Society visit www. prestonmnhistory.com. For more information on the Milwaukee Road Historical Society visit www. mrha.com.

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Artist Karl Unnasch is honored by Public Art Network Year in Review WASHINGTON, D.C. – Americans for the Arts honors 37 outstanding public arts projects created in 2013 through the Public Art Network Year in Review program. Public Art Network Year in Review is the only national program that specifically recognizes the most compelling public art.

Public Artist Karl Unnasch of rural Pilot Mound (Chatfield), Minn. was honored for his creation of Ruminant (The Grand Masticator) – a harvesting combine clad in 34 backlit, agriculturally-themed stained glass panels – for the 2013 Farm/Art DTour in conjunction with the 3rd annual Fermentation Fest in Reedsburg, Wis. Various funding agencies and artists submitted 345 diverse public art projects representing small and large cities through-

out the United States. “The innovative work demonstrated in the Public Art Network Year in Review shows the breadth of talent from artists around the country,” said Robert Lynch,

president and CEO of Americans for the Arts. “These winning pieces reflect the diversity of public art in our communities, from temporary projects to permanent, and sculpture to performance art. These projects engage new audiences and help build stronger and more vibrant communities.”

“Karl’s piece made a big

impression on our community,” said Joann Mundth Douglas, Head of the Reedsburg ArtsLink’s Acquisition Committee for Ruminant. “During Fermentation Fest, Ruminant drew a lot of attention and many locals identified with it as a monument to Reedsburg’s agricultural heritage.”

In the Walker Art Center’s mnartists.blog, Artist Aaron Dysart said of Ruminant, “ U n n a s c h’s monumental piece mashes up the histories of stained glass, comic books and farm machinery to create a funny, expansive re-telling of the harvest narrative.”

Although Ruminant was originally a temporary piece, community members formed a committee to permanently acquire it for the City of Reedsburg. It is currently being re-outfitted by Unnasch and will be installed

as a centerpiece in a new park downtown at a dedication ceremony on October 3, just in time for the 2014 Fermentation Fest. The piece is intended to become a Reedsburg landmark and to attract curious visitors to the city. Said Mundth Douglas, “Karl’s piece is so compelling, we believe that it will both distinguish Reedsburg and attract visitors year round for many years to come.”

The 2013 Public Art Network Year in Review curators were Cath Brunner, public art program director, 4Culture in Seattle; Ralph Helmick, awardwinning artist based in Newton, Mass., specializing in public sculpture installations; and Janet Zweig, Brooklyn-based artist recognized for public art pieces and performance spaces. Mr. Helmick and Ms. Zweig have had multiple works included in past years of the Public Art Network Year in Review.

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for advancing the arts and arts education in America. With offices in Washington, D.C., and New York City, it has a record of more than 50 years of service. Americans for the Arts is dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts. www.AmericansForTheArts.org Artist Karl Unnasch has exhibited as far as Europe and been acclaimed in publications as esteemed as The New York Times and Art in London Magazine. His award-winning public artwork has been featured on NBC’s ‘Today’ Show and Voice of America. In 2013, he was counted among the Artists of the Year by the Minneapolis CityPages Magazine. Unnasch today focuses primarily on public and architectural art, most typically incorporating stained glass and sculpture into his work. For more information, visit www.karlunnasch.com.

Fillmore County District Court Steven Craig O’Neill, 47, of Chatfield, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on August 11, 2014 for an amended sentence for a probation violation on one count of Burglary - 3rd Degree - Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Misdemeanor.

For the probation violation, O’Neill was sentenced to serve 18 days in the Fillmore County Jail. O’Neill was also was to chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, to complete an updated evaluation and comply to inpatient treatment and aftercare as directed by Court Services.

Jeffery Joseph Klutts, 38, of Mabel, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on August 11, 2014 for sentencing for one count of Drugs - 5th Degree - Possess Schedule 1,2,3,4 Not Small Amount Marijuana.

Klutts was sentenced to the St. Cloud Correctional Facility for 17 months, which was stayed for five years. Klutts

was also given 90 days in the Fillmore County Jail and was placed under supervised probation for five years under the conditions that he follow all conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, sign the Probation Agreement, remain law-abiding, no same or similar, chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, enter outpatient treatment within 30 days, aftercare, no alcohol/controlled substance use, as directed by Court Services, no possession of alcohol or drugs, as directed

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or residence, domestic abuse counseling/treatment, complete Men’s Domestic Abuse Violence Programming, take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency, no contact with persons associated with illegal drugs, or known felons. A $1,000 fine was also imposed with Klutts’ sentence. Klutts was also sentenced for one count Domestic Assault - Gross Misdemeanor - Subsequent Violation, which included a $3,000 fine (stay $2,000), local confinement for 365 days with 275 days stayed and credit for time served of 71 days.

Justin Leroy Rickert, 37, of Wykoff, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on August 11, 2014 facing one alleged count of Receiving Stolen Property, which carries a maximum penalty of five years of imprisonment, fines of $10,000 or both. Rickert’s next court appearance is set for August 27, 2014.

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By Paul Trende The 2014 football campaign will be marked by a couple new developments. It’s year two, and paradoxically, the final year of the Southern Football Alliance. The change that began last year is already set to be phased out. The Minnesota State High School League has Paul Trende mandated all football (9-man included) to go to ‘District’ (and sub-district) style play in 2015. Doing so (among other things) ensures all teams have full schedules and a full slate of in-state games. Chatfield and Caledonia will move into a district featuring bigger schools (other AA plus AAA teams).

They’ll no longer play any of their SFA Blue adversaries (all Class A). Meanwhile in the SEC, Randolph, a district just west of Cannon Falls, has joined the league, giving it nine teams for football. Their arrival means the SEC schedule will start on August 22nd, just like the SFA. SEC teams, like SFA teams, will thus have a ‘zero’ week and a ‘bye’ week. Every game will be of the conference variety and sets of schools won’t play each other twice (as was the case in an 8-team SEC). In another big departure from normal, for the first time in the Fillmore County Journal Sports era, a team enters a season as defending state champions.

Chatfield Gophers Chatfield’s football team had an epic 2013. They went 13-1 on the season, finishing second (7-1) to Caledonia in the SFA Blue. Chatfield ran off six straight play-off wins. They downed the Warriors, ending their 36-game win streak, to claim the Section 1AA title. A trio of impressive wins at the state level then claimed the Gophers their first Prep Bowl since 1996. All that makes 2014 encore time for Jeff

Johnson’s crew. Chatfield should still have the phrase ‘contender’ etched next to their name. The Gophers return a number of key assets. Drew Hurley (6’1” 190 Sr. TE/S) and Ian Morrison (6’2” 245 Sr. OL/DL) each were All-Conference a season ago. Hurley is a third-year twoway starter. In Drew Hurley the backfield, Alex Bradt (5’11” 180 Sr. RB/LB) was critical in 2013, notching a pair of 100 yard rushing games at the state level. Guys like Ryan Meeker (5’8” 165 Sr. RB/DB) and Carter Duxbury (6’2” 190 Jr. RB/LB) also saw carries.

Duxbury was key in the postseason as a playmaking linebacker. Throw in third year starter Tommy Ian Morrison Jech (6’0” 230 Sr. OL/DL), T.J. Moechnig (6’2” 180 Sr. OL/DE), Hank Friederichs (5’7” 160 Sr. OL/DL), and Ethan Wright (5’11” 175 Sr. RB/LB), plus a number of guys who saw action in the litany of 2013 blowouts, and Chatfield has a talented and experienced nucleus. They have holes to fill. Ten seniors, including next level guys, Jake Neis (UW Eau Claire), Jayme LaPlante (MSU-Mankato), and Nate Skare (Upper Iowa), graduated. For the first time in three years, Chatfield’s quarterback won’t be the later. Senior Ben Pierce (6’1” 180) gets the early nod. But with 30 total upperclassmen, and a lot of the positive mojo after having sent boys teams to state all three sports seasons in 2013, another great season should be in the works. A lot more

will be known after games two and six. Chatfield travels to R-P August 29th, then hosts Caledonia September 26th.

Rushford-Peterson Trojans Davin Thompson’s R-P Trojans also know a little bit about winning.

The green and gold have been just behind the Gophers, and Caledonia, the past two years. They finished third in the Blue Division with a 6-2 record in 2013. The year ended a bit abruptly (6-3) though. The injury belittled 2-seed Trojans were upended in the first round of the 1A play-offs

by Southland. R-P will look to wipe that taste out of their mouths in 2014.

The Trojans will boast 18 seniors, a very experienced and gifted group of skill guys. Play-makers Alex Vix (5’9” 160 RB/DB) and Cole Kingsley (6’0” 170 RB/DB) are each two-time All-Conference selections. Vix racked up over 900 offensive yards with eight total TDs and five intercepAlex Vix tions last season.

Kingsley totaled just under 500 offensive yards with ten total TD’s and four interceptions.

Quarterback Jonnie Koenen (5’10” 160 Sr) is in his third year as the Trojans starter. Throw in speedy sophomore Noah Carlson (6’0” 160 RB/DB > 500 offensive yards, seven total TDs) and R-P has weaponry. Vix, Kingsley, and Carlson each returned kickoffs for TD’s in 2013. Seniors Josh Agrimson (6’0” 190 OL/ LB), Kyler Paulson (6’3” 225 OL/DL), Josh Brown (5’10” 195 C/LB), Bryant Weidemann Cole Kingsley (6’1” 160 WR/ DB), and Charlie Krambeer (6’0” 150 WR/DB) were also substantial parts of the 2013 campaign. The Trojans

would’ve had a third A-C returnee, senior Zach Ansell (5’11” 215). But the lineman won’t play due to a recurring knee injury. It’s a blow. But the Trojans should still be a team to reckon with. R-P’s metal will be tested early. They hook up with Chatfield game two on August 29th. They then travel to Caledonia a week later on September 5th.

Lanesboro Burros It’s officially over. The Niko Anderson era of football in Burro-land is over. The splendid tailback moves on (University of St. Thomas) after helping Lanesboro to four winning seasons including a state runner-up in 2010. In 2013, James Semmen’s boys went 6-1 in the SEC, good enough for a shared conference title with Spring Grove and Grand Will Semmen Meadow. The Burros won seven-straight at one point, including a huge winner over the eventual 9-man state champion Super Larks. But GM ended the Burros’ season at 8-2 with a win in the Section semifinals. In 2014, things look promising again, even despite

the departure of Anderson, and five other key seniors. The orange and black will sport a 2014 senior crew numbered at 13. The coach’s son Will Semmen heads the cast. He was AllConference at safety a year ago. The 6’0” 175-pounder projects at starting QB too, a role he played some as both a sophomore and junior. Tylar Miller (5’10” 175 RB/LB) and Liam Dorn (6’0” 210 RB/LB) are couple key returning running backs/linebackers.

Jereal Eddy (6’2” 180 C/DE), Matt Luck (5’10” 200 TE/LB), and Jeremy Hanson (5’9” 215 FB/LB), plus junior Cory Mensink (6’0” 245 OL/DL), are also returning starters. Lanesboro’s got some size, including a trio of juniors in the 250 range. That size, even despite Anderson’s departure, means the Burros will again churn out yards mainly on the ground. If recent status quo holds true, Lanesboro’s big weeks of the season will be late in the year.

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ing off a middle-of-the-road season in 2013. FC finished 3-5 in the SFA Blue (three-way tie for fifth).

They triumphed over Goodhue in the post-season, last second style, before bowing to Blooming Prairie in the 1A semifinals. Behind 16 seniors, FC finished 4-6. Head Coach Chris Mensink won’t have the luxury of so many experienced upperclassmen in 2014. The Falcons have 15 juniors and seniors combined. Five of his six seniors are returning starters though.

All are offensive skill players; Bryce Whitehill (5’9” 170 QB/LB), Dylan Bathke (5’8” 155 RB/CB), Jordan Miller (5’9” 140 WR/CB), Gatlin Woellert (5’10” 170 RB/LB), and Nick Mensink (6’0” 175 TE/DE).

Junior Tyson Ristau (6’1” 170 RB/LB) is also back as a key defensive player and FC’s top returning rusher (372 yards, 2 TDs). The lines are where FC will need to regroup the most. Three of the Falcons’ four graduated 2013 All-Conference players were lineman.

Some of the regrouping may well be done with underclassmen. The Falcons are small, weight-wise, in there junior and senior classes. And while the upper classes are a little small numbers-wise too, that future looks larger.

Fillmore Central has 17 sophomores and 17 freshman out for football. The team as a whole doesn’t come out of the gate in small fashion. Game one is at Chatfield on August 22nd, game two versus Caledonia on the 29th.

Houston Hurricanes Houston’s whirl-winders enter the season coming off what had to be a frustrating 2013 campaign. The ‘Canes began the year with 17 seniors.

But they lost top returning RB Tyler Hoskins to injury in the pre-season, then dropped a trio of nail biters right out of the gate. Nathan Hahn Meteorological conditions were right for Houston to rally. They won four of their next six, including a first round play-off game over Mabel-Canton, before bowing to Spring Grove in the Section 1 9-man semifinals, finishing 4-6. The 2014 season begins with a new coach, Dale Moga, and a solid group of returning players given the mass graduation. All-Conference lineman Nathan Hahn heads the cast. The big fella

(6’3” 285 Sr. OL/DL) should anchor Houston’s lines (defensive in particular) with fellow full-time returning big guy Sam Schneider (6’2” 260 Sr. OL/ DL). Hunter Laschenski (6’2” 170 Sr.) projects as starting QB (DB), a roll he filled four times in 2013.

Christian Conley (5’8” 200 RB/LB), Carter Chiglo (5’6” 170 RB/LB), and Brett Hoskins (5’10” 170 WR/DB) are three other players who got multiple starts on both sides of the ball as juniors in 2013. Nathan Lee (5’10” 145 WR/LB), Trevor Lundberg (6’0” 210 DL/OL), and Garrett ThorntonPaulson (5’8” 180 OL/LB) are a trio of key juniors. The red and white have six seniors (all mentioned above), seven juniors, and three sophomores on their varsity roster. Over the last four years, Houston has gone a collective 17-21 with no winning seasons. But they’ve won at least four games every year dating back to 2005. This group of ‘Cane’s will look find the plus side of the road again starting with opening games versus LeRoy-Ostrander and at Spring Grove.

Mabel-Canton Cougars Similar to Houston, Karl Urbaniak’s Mabel-Canton Cougars have been middle of the road as of late.

Over the past four years, they’ve posted a collective 16-21 record. Included was 2013’s 4-5 effort. M-C was fivehundred (4-4) to end the regular season. They earned a home play-off game, only to fall the Hurricanes. The Cougars graduated six seniors including their starting QB and top two RB’s (Hunter Johnson). They enter 2014 with seven seniors, a cast headed by returnees Keyser Wenthold (5’7” 145 RB/DB) and Donnie Lind (6’1” 180 TE/LB). Wenthold is a speedy and elusive runner, Lind an adept receiver down the middle. Jon Selness (5’10” 155 QB/DB) and Dustin Kerns (5’10” 165 OL/LB) are also returning senior letter-winners. M-C gains three seniors (QB Wesley Richert, OL/DL Bailey Vickerman, OL/ DL Ross McKenna) who weren’t out a year ago. Richert and Selness look to vie for the starting QB job. The Coug’s also have experienced players all the way back to their freshman class; Alex Mengis (5’11” 215 Jr. OL/ DL), Mitch Kuhn (5’10” 145 Jr. RB/ DB), Wayne Ross (5’9” 165 So. RB/ LB), Weston Whalen (5’9” 165 So. OL/DB), and Pierce Lind (5’10” 175 Fr. OL/DL). All told, M-C’s freshman thru senior tally is 28 (with one 8th grader). That’s up from last year (18).

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Kingsland Knights Two-thousand thirteen was a forgettable campaign for the Kingsland Knights. They haven’t won since 2012. They enter 2014 on a dubious 16-game losing streak. One win over the last two years isn’t the worst twoseason span in school history. They went 0-for the ’07 and ’08 seasons.

The Knights will look to regroup in 2014. Starting the season with better numbers should help. After a 25-man nine-thru-twelve varsity in 2013, they have 37 this year. That includes a double-bump in the senior class, from just four to nine. Jacob Rindels (6’1” 180 QB/DB), Chase Ganser (5’10” 215 RB/LB), Marcus Plaehn (6’3” 180 WR/DB), and Josh Bradley (6’5” 175 WR/DB) return at skill positions, Julius Wolf (6’3” 235 OL/DL) and Allen Junge (6’2” 230 OL/DL) on the lines. From the junior class, Quinn Larson (6’0” 175 WR/DB), JJ Fenske (5’10” 180 RB/LB), Logan Back (5’7” 145 RB/DB), Eayn O’Byrne (5’10” 180 RB/LB), and Cody Krahn (6’1” 195 OL/DL) are also experienced.

Larson was last year’s QB, but Rindels looks to be this year’s. There is a new vibe in Spring Valley under new head coach, former assistant, Andrew Brouwer. Expecting a winning season, something that hasn’t happened since 2006, might be a bit much. But taking it game by game and finding that win column is a start. Kingsland’s first opportunities will be August 22nd versus R-P and the 29th at Hayfield.

20th Annual Chatfield Western Days Stampede Results

> 2-mile Top 15: 1) Mike Gjere (52 years old) 12:12; 2) Brian Nolan (45) 12:22; 3) Alex Paulson (20) 12:26; 4) Dillon Bance (15) 12:43; 5) Jen St. Amand (40) 13:02; 6) Tom Woo (55) 13:07; 7) Jeff Boland (36) 13:09; 8) Kevin Bradt (15) 13:22; 9) Nick Maki (15) 13:32; 10) Andrew Gathje (16) 13:36; 11) Marv Misgen (48) 13:51; 12) Jeff Judd (28) 14:28; 13) Hank Friederichs (17) 14:28; 14) Justin Friedrich (18) 14:29; 15) Alysa Manahan (12) 14:49. > 10-K Top 15: 1) Adam Frye (30) 35:46; 2) Dallas Davidson (24) 36:56; 3) Mike Gjere (52) 39:43; 4) Alex Paulson (20) 41:17; 5) Jeff Boland (36) 41:42; 6) Jen St. Amand (40) 42:38; 7) Too Woo (55) 42:39; 8) Keagen Clarke (17) 43:12; 9) Nels Pierson III (41) 43:31; 10) Justin Friedrich (18) 44:03; 11) Jared Pearson (37) 44:24; 12) William Baker (33) 44:36; 13) Isaac Fingerson (15) 44:39; 14) Marv Misgen (48) 46:20; 15) Kenneth Hutton (49) 47:08. > Group Champions: Adam Frye (Men’s Overall); Jen St. Amand (Women’s Overall), Bennett Gathje (Men’s 10-14), Keagan Clarke (Men’s 15-19), Karen Gomez-Ruiz (Women’s 15-19), Dallas Davidson (Men’s 20-29), Kristin Johnson (Women’s 20-29), Jeff Boland (Men’s 30-39), Kristi Ramaker (Women’s 30-39), Nels Pierson III (Men’s 40-49), Michelle Peterson (Women’s 40-49), Mike Gjere (Men’s 50-59), Sarah Melde (Women’s 50-59), Gordy Strickland (Men’s 60-60).

Preston Fastpitch Wins Big!

The under age 15 Preston Fastpitch Team took second place. Front row: Tyler Raaen, Taryn Raaen, Carter Johnson, Daysha Erickson, Sierra Rustad, Erin Sexton. Back row: Coach Carlisle Corson, Kaelyn Marzolf, Logan Corson, Nate Haugerud, Brady Ristau, Josh Walsh (Laying down), Matt Lutes, Josh Peters, Colton Kraling, Logan Bahler, Coach Jim Marzolf.

The under age 12 Preston Fastpitch Team took first place in the August 2-3, 2014 tournament at the Preston Softball Fields. Front row: Aydin Rabe, Jeremy O’Connor, Kjerstiana Corson, Hope Sexton, Erin Gossman. Back row: Coach Carlisle Corson, Corey Brown, Ian Shupe, Hadrian Williams, Madison Krage, Dillon Bothun, Nick Marzolf, Mason Berg, Theodore Parker, and Coach Jim Marzolf.

The under age 9 Preston Fastpitch Team took first place in the August 2-3, 2014 tournament at the Preston Softball Fields. Front row: Tori Raaen, Haley O’Connor, Shawntae Goldsmith, Abby Bothun, Sarah Schriever, Faith Schriever.

Second row: Caleb Barth, Atlee Hershberger, Zach Krage, Chase Christiansen, Bryce Corson, Garett Gossman, Dillon O’Connor, Ty Sexton. Third row: Gunner Benson, Dawson Swartzentruber, Matt Marzolf, William Parker, Jake Fishbaugher, Janet O’Connor (coach). Fourth row: (coaches) Troy Christiansen, Josh Krage, Derek O’Connor All photos submitted

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A lifelong investment in Lanesboro

By Michael Hayner Lanesboro, Minn. is known for many things. Lanesboro has an abundance of clear trout streams, bike paths, beautiful bluffs, and more countryside to explore than many other places.These attractions bring tourists from around the nation. These scenic destinations now have a more youthful companion.

Thanks to the long-lasting efforts of the Lanesboro Swim and Recreation Fundraising Group, Sylvan park now has new playground equipment. Although the most recent project began in October of 2013, the park project began over 20 years ago.

What started out as a small group of local mothers, but eventually grew to a much larger group, The fundraising committee raised money to install a pool in Sylvan Park.

In an email City Administrator David Todd stated that by implementing the time-tested fundraising methods of soup suppers, dances, and Bingo games, money was steadily raised, but when a beer tent was set up for fundraising purposes, “that’s when the donations really started pouring in.”

According to Todd, during the process of fundraising, “One, it was discovered that the liability was too great and two, they didn’t have the room to put a pool in Sylvan Park.”

Because of the issues raised from the pool project, the funds raised were transferred to the

Rochester Area Donor Fund, where the donations grew to more than $75,000. With these funds, the Swim and Recreation fund decided replacing the park equipment was the best option.

As Todd and the park board researched possibilities for the equipment, they found a group called Landscape Structures.This company specializes in concept parks, which are tailored specifically to the community. Many of the structures of the park were designed specifically for Lanesboro, including the zipcruise.

Because of these unique designs, Landscape Structures (also to be noted, they are a Minnesota based company, which was important to Todd and the other park board members) designed a park that will not be found anywhere else.

As the project moved forward, the city felt including the local school district was important.

Because the Lanesboro school does not have the room to provide a private playground for school age children, they use the equipment provided in Sylvan Park. Todd approached the school board with mockups of the planned park. Superintendent Jeff Boggs did not seem to consider not funding the park an option. When asked about sharing the costs of the park, Boggs stated, “It has always been that way...at this point in time we needed to upgrade the pieces of equipment we had.” Because the

school supported and contributed to renovation of the equipment with $45,000, the addition of “proprietary pieces” that make the park so unique were made possible.

Upon walking into the playground, the joy it brings to children is obvious. The zipcruise is in nonstop motion, children fill the slides, monkey bars, and climbing areas. Parents are chasing through the park attempting to match the energy of their children. On a recent Friday, I visited the park while it was being explored by children from the local day care. This led to a brief interview with Affordable Day Care director Sally Ming. Sally expressed high regard for the Sylvan Park project. She feels the park includes enough variety that the children do not lose interest.

The daycare center plans on having a picnic in the park and carrying out some of their day care programs in Sylvan Park.

As a united effort between the city of Lanesboro and the Lanesboro Public Schools, the Sylvan Park addition is a major success. From concept in October of 2013 to design completion in April of 2014 and then a two week build of the park in July, the park was open in time for Buffalo Bill Days.

Overall, the new addition to Sylvan Park seems to please anyone that sees it. To the city administrators, the school board, and especially the children using the equipment, this new and

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By Kathy Little “Girls just want to have fun,” I explained to my husband when he asked about our latest girls’ weekend.

For the last six years my three sisters and two nieces and myself have gone on a vacation together. Our male counterparts who used to pout about this outing have adjusted but are still puzzled about why. I thought my explanation was self-explanatory. However, my analytical husband immediately asked me to define “fun”.

Then he wanted to know the “price tag for fun”.

I stalled by answering that the definition of “fun” varies from person to person. He then pinned me down by asking, specifically, what female members in my family do to have “fun”. Well that was an easy question.

We talk, shop, eat, drink adult beverages, and then we talk, shop, eat, and drink adult beverages. Sometimes we vary this routine by going to a concert, a play, an amusement park or take a trolley or walking tour to learn more about the history of the area. A hot tub or swimming pool greatly enhances our “fun”!

Since our group now spans the ages from 66-21 and must be within a budget, the planning is tricky. How to keep everyone happy? Each year a different sister or niece plans the itinerary and the budget and the menus. We rent vacation homes so we can cook our own food so a dishwasher is appreciated but not necessary. Then we look for 3-4 bedrooms and 2-3 bathrooms.

We travel in a sister’s seven passenger van to save on gas and so that we can talk non-stop, and do a wild grocery shopping spree before we reach our destination which is kept secret by the master planner. Not all sisters handle the suspense well! My sister, Julie, who as a child would search for all the Christmas presents, unwrap them, rewrap them and then feign surprise on Christmas Eve has a particularly difficult time with this concept.

This year we rented a lovely home outside of Prescott, Wis., so we could enjoy Stillwater, Minn. It had multiple level decks, with four bedrooms and three bathrooms and an in ground swimming pool! We could sit on the deck under an umbrella and watch the

river view. We also had use of a canoe and a motorboat. This was the best rental, yet.

We ate like queens: lasagna, bacon asparagus quiche, Mediterranean quiche with sausage, black olives, and feta; blueberry French toast, wedge salads, a shrimp and crab boil plus snacks. I know you are thinking :CALORIES. I am sure we worked them all off shopping and swimming.

It’s too bad that you can’t wear off calories by talking or we would all be extremely skinny! We also ate huge bowls of fresh fruits and vegetables so we were eating somewhat healthy.

This year the week-end stretched to three nights and four days and included a gourmet picnic at the St. Croix Winery with wine, of course, and an afternoon painting pottery at an art studio in Stillwater. All of

this, including gas, for just $300 each!

However the talking of family past and present was priceless with the older and younger comparing perspectives in a loving and playful environment.

My husband is convinced that this “weekend” will eventually stretch to a week. Besides he gets to enjoy his own brand of “fun” while I am gone: eating Polish sausage, steak, olive cheese puffs, without being nagged about “eating his fruits and vegetables”. He also got to watch a marathon of “Storage Wars” which he adores, and I despise.

In fact the wine server at the wine tasting (obviously a very bitter bachelor), implied that we were giving our male counterparts a gift by leaving them alone for a few days. He was so not funny.

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Birth Announcement Taisley Alice Millard Gabrielle and Trinity Millard of Brookings, S.D. are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Taisley Alice. She was born August 6, 2014 weighing 8 lbs. 3.5 oz. and 20 inches long.

Taisley is welcomed home by big

Chatfield, Minn. are proud to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter Kari to Christopher Chaffee of Rochester, Minn.

Christopher is the son of Milo Chaffee of Eyota, Minn. and Ann Chaffee of Rochester.

Both work at the Mayo Clinic where Kari is a biostatistician and Christopher is an industrial engineer.

Kari and Christopher are excited to embark on this new chapter in their lives and discover that a true love story never ends. A wedding is scheduled at Pioneer Presbyterian Church in Chatfield on August 29, 2014.

brother, Taitem. Grandparents are Michael and Juliann Mueller of Harmony, Minn. and Norval and Debbie Millard of Presho, S.D. Great-grandparents are Clarence and Mary Mueller of Utica, Minn. and Lorraine Monahan of Winona, Minn. Great-great grandmother is Winnefred Monahan of Winona.

Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Place the tomatoes cut side up in a single layer on a baking sheet. I line the sheet with parchment paper. Heat the oil in a small skillet. Add the chopped garlic and sauté one minute. Drizzle the oil and garlic over the tomatoes and sprinkle lightly with coarse/sea salt. Place the tomatoes in the oven and bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. The tomatoes should retain their shape. Let cool. These tomatoes are not quite as dried as sun-dried tomatoes. They have a distinctive texture and intensity of their own and add color to salads or pastas.

Happy 90th Birthday Elmer Haugstad

Open House Bridal Shower for

Jamie Benton Bride-to-Be of Jeff Crouch

Sat., Aug. 30th 10:30am Wheelers in Harmony

on August 28th Please join

Mark & Deb Apenhorst

along with their family in celebrating their

30th Wedding Anniversary Food • Fun • Friends • Dancing

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

My heart goes out to all of you who sent me one of the 95 cards I received for my 80th 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

An Open House and Ribbon Cutting was held at the new Loken’s Rushford Inn on Friday, August 15. Present for the event were members of the community, community businesses and the representatives of the Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce. Pictured left to right are RPVCC Director Scott Tarras, Jennifer Hengel RPVCC Executive Coordinator, Doug Botcher RPVCC President, Mike Brazee Inn Manager, Eileen and John Loken Inn Owners and their son James, RPVCC Directors Peggi Redalen, Robin Paulson, Beth Tudahl and Gary Marcoux and City of Rushford Mayor Chris Hallum.

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Happy 65th Anniversary Orval & Bernice Steinmetz

on September 2nd

Shower them with cards!

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Scott Springer, Attorney Should you have a will even if you don’t have anything of value?

Have you ever heard of the Ed Broder Buck? The Ed Broder Buck is the world record non-typical mule deer, and has been since 1926. When Ed Broder died in 1968 without a will, his shoulder mounted buck, along with the rest of his estate, had very little value. An ad placed in Field and Stream magazine to sell the mount for $50 drew no interest. His estate was not probated. In 1973 the mount came into the possession of Mr. Broder’s eldest son, and none of the other heirs seemed to care much - until 1997. Almost 30 years after Broder’s death, the heirs sued. That lawsuit carried on for nearly a decade, cost the heirs thousands of dollars, and started an inter-family feud that continues to this day. In 2004 the rack was sold by court order for $225,000.

Even if your estate may have little value now, “low buck” items that you hold “deer” may have value to your heirs and could eventually be worth a lot of “doe”. If you value your family, a will can quickly put an end to disputes over your belongings.

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Lyndon Lee What are the benefits of using ICF’s for my basement?

Using ICF’s offer many advantages over regular poured concrete or masonry block basement walls. Having thick insulation with built in furring strips that are already attached to a solid concrete core on each side of the wall has many benefits. The thick EPS Insulation and Plastic furring strips are non-organic and are mold proof. The EPS foam has an R-Value of 22 to 30 depending on the form being used and will not let moisture thru the wall and not create a dew point in side the wall like regular un-insulated concrete walls do. Wood walls to finish out regular concrete or block are organic and are a great food source to grow mold against a damp, cold un-insulated wall. Another added benefit of the EPS foam on each side of the wall is the added strength the concrete achieves with the controlled curing of the concrete inside the foam insulation.

With the EPS foam letting the concrete moist cure the PCA or Portland Cement Association has tables that show gains of 30% at 28 days curing time and a whopping 50% Compression strength gains at 180 days curing over regular poured concrete when the forms are stripped the day after pouring. ICF walls can be poured in very hot weather or very cold weather and not jeopardize the strength of the concrete by not allowing the concrete to dry out quickly or freeze. With energy costs on the rise it makes sense to build a foundation that is dry and very energy efficient along with being healthier for you and your family.

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Jason Sethre, Publisher How many years has the Fillmore County Journal been in circulation?

The Fillmore County Journal was established in 1985, which means September 15, 2014 will mark the beginning of the 30th year anniversary. This newspaper has been a pioneer in the newspaper industry starting with Richard and Ester Kelly, the first owners of the Fillmore County Journal who brought this newspaper to life. Next, John and Pat Torgrimson owned and operated this newspaper from 1997 to 2009. And, in January 2009, my wife and I embarked upon the adventure of publishing the mostread newspaper in this area. Throughout the next year, we will be celebrating this milestone anniversary, so keep your eyes peeled for special announcements in the Fillmore County Journal. We appreciate you being a part of what we do every week!

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What effect does logging (harvesting timber) have on land value?

This is a very common question I get from both buyers and sellers. As the case in many situations there is not one simple response. The best answer usually comes by way of another question...what is your long term goal for the property? I do not think anyone can argue the point that a good woodland stewardship program involves planned and strategic harvest of mature timber. The key is doing so in a way that does not create an undesirable appearance, promote erosion or propagate undesirable plant growth. In many cases the most desirable (highest value) woodland parcels are those with mature, majestic hardwoods. The increased value is not so much driven by the actual timber value but rather the “state park- like” appearance. The other challenge is that recent logging activity can create a rough appearance and it often takes a year or two for the vegetation to balance out or recover. The flip side is if mature trees are not harvested, they end up rotting from the inside out and eventually fall, possibly into other desirable trees and ruining them too. A point where logging activity can improve the value of the land is by improving the access. Meaning that the logging roads/trails are done so in manner in which they can be used for access various points of the property after the fact and are created in such a way that they do not promote erosion. In summary, heavy timber harvest typically reduces the land value, whereas conservative, highly selective logging activity over time can actually improve the land value.

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Make a landscape statement Do you have an uninspired yard? Bland beds by your front door can be an eyesore and are a big part of your home’s first impression. Unfortunate empty corners and unfinished side yards are overlooked outdoor space potential. Many people don't think much about the backside of their garage, but this little-used space could be an oasis. Sloping front yards can be a lot of work to maintain. A small retaining wall breaks up the slope, giving the yard lots of interest.

Overgrown shrubs mask your house and create an unwelcoming environment. Tackling these monsters can be a job, but well worth it when you unmask your home’s hidden beauty. Don't forget the way your yard looks from inside your house. It should look just as good, if not better, from your windows as it does to the rest of the world. If you want something more, make a landscape design investment. Add character to your yard and value to your home.

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Are your marketing dollars paying off?

With so many options to market your business or products, it can be hard to know if you are choosing the best method for your budget. To begin, it is very important to know who your target market is. Once you know who you are targeting, you can find out how that demographic typically gets their information. You should also look at your competitors or similar businesses to see how they are marketing.

Do they have a website? What information is on there? Do they use social media?

How many Likes or Followers do they have? Using multiple marketing strategies is smart. A website is one of the best options to spend marketing dollars because it is available 24 hours a day – every day of the year and they are usually easy to keep updated. Social Media has also become important since this is the current ‘word-of-mouth’ way that customers talk about your business or product. These methods are also easy to track so you can see if people are using them and confirm that your money is well spent and this is also becoming the way most people find your business. Other marketing options are still important and should be considered if your target market shows this. Keep in mind that in 2014 six in ten seniors report using the internet and about 86% of all US adults now go online.

Rick Dahly

I want to get a new handgun, what should I get?

This is a very common question but a very hard question to answer. When asked this question, my answer always has more questions than answers. What is the intended purpose for the handgun; is it for general target practice, hunting, home defense, personal defense such as concealed or open carry, or is there a specific competition that you want to compete in? Size matters, shooting handguns is a difficult skill to master and it will be virtually impossible if the handgun does not fit your hands. Is there a certain caliber that you want? What about the cost and availability of ammo? What is your level of familiarity with handguns? Do you want a semiautomatic or a revolver? There are many other factors that also should be considered. As you see there is no one size fits all solution.

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Creep feeding is an important strategy for better pastures, healthier cows and an increased rate of gain on your calves. It maximizes muscle and bone growth in young calves while preventing early fat deposition.

Growers should consider creep feed for their calves to: • Reduce stress on grass • Reduce stress on cows • Add weight without adding fat I recommend feeding pelleted RangeLand Calf Creep 14 during early season pasture and switching to Accuration Range 33 for late season. Accuration will help control intake and prevent digestive upsets. It optimizes the flow of nutrients to the digestive system, thereby increasing forage intake, overall utilization and cattle performance.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 25, 2014

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

ACT on Alzheimer’s Community Forum to be held Hike to Indian Monument August 30 ACT on Alzheimer’s Community Forum to be held Wednesday, August 27 at 7pm, the ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony Action Committee is hosting a meeting in the Community Room at Clara House (formerly Heritage Grove). All are invited to come hear about Alzheimer’s awareness and the steps the ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony Action Committee are taking to make our community a more dementia friendly place.

The ACT on Alzheimer’sHarmony Action Committee began in May after Harmony was named as one of the first

round of communities (and definitely the smallest community) to receiving grant funding through the statewide ACT on Alzheimer’s organization which has been created to better help meet needs of people with Alzheimer’s disease.

The need is great, currently 1 in 9 people age 65 and older have Alzheimer’s in Minnesota.

Total numbers will increase as our population ages so that the need for awareness and support for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias is growing rapidly. Using the census demographics in the

The ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony Action Committee: (L-R) Lori Slindee, Diana Nelson, P.A., Pastor Betsy Dartt, Cliff Johannessen, Theresa Knutson & Tim Samuelson. Missing from this photo is Linda Kastantin.

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Harmony area alone, at a ratio of 1 in 9 persons having the disease, over 80 people have Alzheimer’s disease. Many of these folks still live at home and some of them live alone.

At this forum, ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony Action Committee members will discuss various related Alzheimer’s topics and have informational materials available.

If you have questions, contact one of the ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony Action Committee members: Tim SamuelsonGundersen Harmony Care Center, Diana Nelson-Gundersen Harmony Medical Clinic, Theresa Knutson-Clara House Harmony, Cliff Johannessencommunity advisor, Pastor Betsy Dartt-Greenfield Lutheran Church, Linda KastantinGundersen Minnesota Clinics Manager or Lori Slindee-ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony Community Coordinator.

Tim Samuelson, ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony Action Committee member says, “Like so many diseases each of us have or will experience Alzheimer’s among our family or friends. If you have at any time encountered this disease attending the ACT on Alzheimer’s forum will benefit you with accurate information and resources for you to ACT on a dementia friendly outcome.”

High atop the bluff on the south side of Houston and hidden amongst the dense tree canopy lies a large and interesting rock formation locally known as “Indian Monument.” There is no known connection to Native Americans, but the hike and formation are intriguing nonetheless. The trek requires a significant degree of physical prowess as the trail is steep and long.

If you’re up for the challenge, meet at the Houston Nature Center at 7 p.m. sharp to carpool to South Park to the beginning of the trail. Wear long pants, good hiking shoes, and be

prepared for mosquitoes, gnats and ticks. The hike will be cancelled if it rains that day due to the resulting muddy and slippery conditions. Cancellations will be posted on the Nature Center’s Facebook page as well as on the answering machine.

This program is free and open to the public, but donations are encouraged.

The Houston Nature Center is located one block north of the intersection of Highways 16 and 76 in Houston on West Plum Street. For more information contact the Center at 507-8964668 or nature@acegroup.cc.

Legacy-funded prairie restoration benefits trout stream A trout stream in the far southeastern part of the state is benefitting from Minnesota’s approval of the Legacy Amendment nearly six years ago.

Earlier this year, an 18-acre area within the Etna Creek Aquatic Management Area (AMA) was burned, treated with herbicide, then re-seeded with prairie grasses and other native plants. The former agricultural field had become overgrown with buckthorn, wild parsnips and other invasive weeds. Future work will include mowing and additional prescribed fires.

Located two miles west of Cherry Grove in Fillmore County, the 63-acre AMA includes the headwaters of Etna Creek, a designated trout stream that has undergone recent brook trout reintroductions. It also features three ponds leftover from a former mining

operation. The restoration will help to reduce soil erosion, limit weed growth and improve the stream’s water quality.

Funding for the Etna Creek AMA prairie restoration, which cost about $12,000, came from the Outdoor Heritage Fund, created after voters approved the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment in November 2008. The constitutional amendment increased sales tax by three-eighths of 1 percent, with one-third of that dedicated to restoring, protecting and enhancing habitat for game fish and wildlife.

AMAs provide angler access, facilitate stream management, protect critical shoreland habitat, and provide areas for education and research. They are managed by the DNR and are open to the public.

Fillmore County Weather Forecast August 25 Monday

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

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Are you an aspiring writer?

Are you graduating from a Fillmore County high school in 2015?

This might be the PERFECT opportunity for you!

The Fillmore County Journal is offering a scholarship program for juniors and seniors of Fillmore County area schools in conjunction with the annual Fillmore County Journal Writing Project.

Students will be selected from area high schools to write for the Journal Writing Project. The Journal Writing Project will be on a rotational basis with all selected students contributing written content for the Journal in print and online throughout the 2014/2015 school year.

Students will be paid $15 per completed weekly project. At the end of the 2014/2015 school year, one student will be selected from the Journal student writers to receive a $500 scholarship to be put towards his or her continuing education.

To apply for this writing opportunity and scholarship, prospective participants should complete a scholarship application and meet eligibility requirements which are available at the Fillmore County Journal office in Preston, Minn., or online as a downloadable PDF at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com. Completed applications should be submitted no later than the deadline of October 31, 2014.

If you have any questions, please contact Jason Sethre at 507-765-2151 or jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com.

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.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 25, 2014

Fillmore County police reports Chatfield Police Department Jeffrey Alan Bauer, 48, Dubuque, Iowa; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130.

Michelle Ruth Danielson, 38, Cresco, Iowa; 7/11/2014, Speeding 65/55; Fees $130.

William Andrew Struntz, 23, White Bear Lake, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

Joseph James Valtierra, 42, Dubuque, Iowa; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130.

Jacob Michael Zwart, 35, Harmony, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130.

Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Kaitlin Arlene Apenhorst, 19, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/14/2014, Liquor Consumption by Persons Under 21; Fine of $500 (stay $400 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $190, Local confinement for 30 days (stay 30 days for one year), Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs.

Traci Sue Assmus, 52, Preston, Minn.; 7/14/2014, Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/ Obscene; Fine of $1,000 (stay $800 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $290, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, No assault, no aggressive behavior, No alcohol/controlled substance use, under direction of DFO, No possession of alcohol or drugs, under direction of DFO, Submit to chemical testing, Complete chemical assessment, follow all recommendations, Domestic abuse evaluation, follow all recommendations, Write letter of apology.

Erin Lea Azer, 42, Roseville, Minn.; 7/19/2014, Speeding - 66/55; Fees $140.

Peter Ralph Conway, 60, Chatfield, Minn.; 7/27/2014, Speeding - 69/55; Fees $140.

Charles Matthew Dillon, 18, Harmony, Minn.; 7/9/2014, Drivers’ Licenses - Instruction Permit Violation - Drive While Using Cell or Wireless Telephone; Fees $140. 7/9/2014, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance When Operating Vehicle; Fees $200.

Jacquelyn Paige Dodd, 18, Stewartville, Minn.; 7/26/2014, Speeding - 78/55; Fees $230.

Paul Thomas Eggers, 51, Chatfield, Minn.; 6/8/2014, Careless Driving; Stay of Imposition - Fine of $300, Total fees $390, Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No driving without insurance, have valid license to drive, Chemical Dependency Assessment ($25).

Kathleen Ann Ellis, 25, Greenwood, Ind.; 7/26/2014, Speeding - 70/55; Fees $150.

David Arnold Garcia, 61, Colorado Springs, Colo.; 7/22/2014, Speeding 65/55; Fees $130.

Houston Alberto Haggerty, 23, Dubuque, Iowa; 6/30/2014, Speeding - 70/55; Fees $150.

Christian Marcel Harrison, 18, Preston, Minn.; 6/28/2014, Liquor Possession by Person Under 21; Fees $190.

Cheryl Ann Hawkins, 40, Jordan, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 67/55; Fees $140.

Wayne Paul Herman, 69, Harmony, Minn.; 7/22/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130.

Trae Lynn Jones, 24, Dubuque, Iowa; 8/3/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130.

Sean Carol Kettlekemp, 54, Rochester, Minn.; 5/22/2014, Speeding - 40/30; Stay of Adjudication - Fine of $55, Total fees $130, Unsupervised probation for six months - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar.

Danielle Marie Larson, 31, Spring Valley, Minn.; 4/28/2014, Domestic Assault - Misdemeanor - Intentionally Inflicts/Attempts to Inflict Bodily Harm; Fine of $100, Total fees $100, Supervised probation for one year Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, No assault, no negative behavior, Domestic abuse evaluation, follow all recommendations. 4/28/2014, Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/ Obscene; Fine of $1,000 (stay $850 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $240, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Complete parenting classes, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Domestic abuse evaluation, follow all recommendations, No assault, no aggressive behavior.

Erika Ann Lewis, 43, New Hope, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 66/55; Fees $140.

Yovani Marroquin-Yos, 29, Albuquerque, New Mexico; 7/27/2014, Speeding - 72/55; Fees $150.

Andrew Ryan McGill, 22, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/20/2014, DWI Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $415, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 87 days for one year - complete by 9/1/2014), Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, No alcohol/controlled substance use, under direction of Probation, No possession of alcohol or drugs, under direction of Probation, Complete chemical assessment, follow all recommendations, Submit to chemical testing.

Alex David Mensink, 25, Preston, Minn.; 7/26/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130.

Michael D. Olmstead, 60, Edina, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130.

Eric Scott Orman, 26, Spring Valley, Minn.; 7/8/2014, Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/ Obscene; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $390, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Remain lawabiding, No same or similar, Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Domestic abuse counseling/treatment, follow all recommendation, No assault, no aggressive behavior.

Ryan Matthew Palmer, 41, Albert Lea, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Speeding 66/55; Fees $140.

Mariett Elizabeth Rawson, 64, Castalia, Iowa; 7/12/2014, Speeding - 70/55; Fees $150.

Andrew Jay Riedemann, 19, Grand

Meadow, Minn.; 6/14/2014, Liquor Consumption by Persons Under 21; Fees $190.

William Carmen Ruddick, 49, Fountain, Minn.; 4/6/2014, Disorderly Conduct - Brawling or Fighting; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $465, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 88 days for one year - credit for time served for two 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 as directed by Court Services, No assault, No aggressive behavior, No contact with victim(s), Sign all releases of information.

Jon Michael Selden, 35, Chatfield, Minn.; 3/19/2013, Theft - By Check; Fine of $1,000 (stay $800 until 8/5/2015), Restitution $489.92, Total fees $779.92, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar.

Ryan Neil Solberg, 34, Spring Grove, Minn.; 6/15/2014, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within 2 Hours; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $415; Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance, have valid license to drive, Sign Probation Agreement, DFO determine alcohol use and bars, Complete chemical assessment, follow all recommendations.

Perry Thomas Stejskal, 20, Grand Meadow, Minn.; 6/14/2014, Liquor - Consumption by Persons Under 21; Fine of $500 (stay $400 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $190, Local confinement for 30 days (stay 30 days for one year), Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs.

Jennifer Kay Swanson, 39, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/12/2013, Disorderly Conduct - Offensive/Abusive/Noisy/ Obscene; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 7/29/2015, Total fees $465, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 89 days for one year - credit for time served for one day), Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar.

Benjamin Lee Winfield, 35, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/20/2014, Animal Ordinance - Dog at Large; Fees $150.

Morgan Elizabeth Zimmer, 25, Spring Valley, Minn.; 6/18/2014, Disorderly Conduct - Brawling or Fighting; Fine of $1,000 (stay $800 until 7/29/2015), Total fees $290, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Unsupervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No assault, no aggressive behavior.

Preston Police Department Jamie Edward Peck, 34, Fountain, Minn.; 12/13/2013, Issue Dishonored Check - Value Not More Than $250; Restitution $105.66, Total fees $295.66.

Minnesota State Patrol Todd Jay Baker, 53, Rushford, Minn.; 7/15/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

Justin Marcus Bernard, 30, Harmony, Minn.; 7/10/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

Logan Joseph Brenny, 22, Pine Island, Minn.; 7/4/2014, Speeding 65/55; Fees $130.

Niles Vincent Deden, 65, Mission, Texas; 7/10/2014, CMV - Use Radar Detector or Operate Commercial Vehicle Equipped with Radar Detector; Fees $190.

Nicholas Blayne Doely, 18, Spring Grove, Minn.; 7/11/2014, Passing on the Right When Prohibited; Fees $140.

Luke Dallas Junge, 40, Ostrander, Minn.; 7/24/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

Jon Fred Koestering, 43, Rochester, Minn.; 6/24/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

Allan James Meyer, 54, Prior Lake, Minn.; 7/26/2014, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130.

Dennis J. Swartzentruber, 31, Canton, Minn.; 7/1/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

Donna Marie Wieditz, 50, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 7/17/2014, Speeding 65/55; Fees $130.

Rushford Police Department Cezar Barrios, 22, Postville, Iowa; 7/6/2014, Driver’s License - Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple Licenses Prohibited; Fees $190. 7/6/2014, Uninsured Vehicle - Owner Violation; Fees $200.

7/6/2014, Open Bottle Law - Possession - Crime Described; Fees $100.

7/6/2014, Failure to Stop at Stop Signs or Stop Lines; Fees $50. 7/6/2014, Speeding - 39/30; Fees $40.

Ashley Leeann Flenker, 23, Rushford, Minn.; 8/3/2014, Driver’s License - Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type - Multiple Licenses Prohibited; Fees $190.

8/3/2014, Uninsured Vehicle - Owner Violation; Fees $200.

Aaron Michael Lee, 28, Rushford, Minn.; 6/15/2014, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115.

Elizabeth Mary Lee, 22, Lewiston, Minn.; 6/22/2014, Speeding - 40/30; Fees $130.

Brett Alan Losinski, 34, Winona, Minn.; 7/9/2014, Speeding - 55/45; Fees $130.

Nikita Ruth Matteson, 22, Winona, Minn.; 6/15/2014, Liquor - Consumption by Persons Under 21; Fees $190.

Kristina Antuanette Matthews, 24, Winona, Minn.; 7/4/2014, Vehicle Registration Required; Fees $120.

Maria Elizabeth Myburgh,20, Lewiston, Minn.; 6/15/2014, Traffic - Windshield General Prohibitions - No Objects Suspended Between Driver and Windshield; Fees $130.

6/15/2014, Speeding - 41/30; Fees $50.

Samantha Lynn Peaslee, 18, Rushford, Minn.; 7/17/2014, Uninsured Vehicle - Owner Violation; Fees $290.

Marcus Damon Scott Tucker, Jr., 19, Oskaloosa, Iowa; 6/22/2014, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 8/14/2014), Total fees $415, Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Follow all conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign Probation Agreement, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Aftercare, No alcohol/controlled substance use, as directed by Court Services, No possession of alcohol or drugs, as directed

by Court Services, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, as directed by Court Services, Random testing, Submit to random searches, Follow all instructions of probation, No driving without insurance, or valid driver’s license.

Shannon Jean Walters, 32, Houston, Minn.; 1/28/2014, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle; Fees $290.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., AUGUST 26 •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.*

WED., AUGUST 27 •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-4pm, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley.*

THURS., AUGUST 28 •Free Senior Coffee and Homemade Dessert, 9am, Clara House of Harmony.*

•Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No school, no story hour.* •Canton Historical Society, Everyone welcome, 5pm, Canton Community Center.

•AA Class “Road’s Journey,” 8pm, 301 E. Franklin St., Spring Valley (a yellow house).*

FRI., AUGUST 29 •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.

SAT. AUGUST 30 •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 9-11am, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley, MN.* •Lanesboro Farmers’ Market, 9-noon, Sylvan Park.* •Zumbro Hill Cemetery Walk, 10am-12pm, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park.

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•Carve Your Own Walking Stick, 2-3pm, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park.

•Hike to Indian Monument, 7pm, Houston Nature Center.

•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.

SUN., AUGUST 31 •South Forestville, The Lost Town Site Interpretive Hike, 10-11am, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park.

•Weaving with Natural Fibers, 2-3pm, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park.

•Last Sunday Jam Session, 3pm, Chatfield Center for the Arts Legion Room.

•Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, South Main St. and Highway 52.* •Snakes of the Bluff Lands, 8:309:30pm, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park.

MON. SEPTEMBER 1 •Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.* •Harvesting Aged Shellfish, 10am-12pm, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park.

•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN.*

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MAJOR & COMPANY TAX PREPARATION, ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL SERVICES ENROLLED AGENTS 409 Spring Ave., Preston, MN 55965 • 507-765-4444

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TIM MCLAUGHLIN, EA

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(507) 864-7773

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Pamela Ristau, CPA

Personalized service to accommodate your needs.

Accounting, Auditing, Tax Preparation 209 ST. ANTHONY STREET, PRESTON, MN 55965 pam@pamristaucpa.com • 507-765-2180

Teri Klaehn CPA,

LLC

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Tax, Payroll and Accounting Services

Check out the class schedule online and sign up today!

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125 St. Paul St., Preston, MN 55965 507-765-3696 - Teri@tklaehncpa.com

assisteD living

(507) 259-5568 or info@triggertimefirearms.com www.triggertimefirearms.com

insurance

Park Lane Estates Assisted Living 111 Fillmore Place SE Preston, MN 55965 507-765-9986

F&M INSURANCE SERVICES

“Where Life Begins Again” cnation@goldenhorizons.org

counseling 65 Main Avenue North, Harmony Marcy Allen, LPC; Paul Broken, MA; Alan Rodgers, LICSW 8:00am - 4:30pm, Mon-Fri 1-800-422-0161 www.zumbromhc.org

Psychotherapy, psychiatry, case management, adult rehab mental health services

VICTIM SERVICES

MeDical

- a service of DFO Community Corrections.

Sexual Assault Program ~ Victim/Witness Assistance Program All services are free & confidenital

real estate

Advocacy, information & assistance for victim/survivors of sexual assualt & other felony crimes. Community & professional education & consultation. Located in the Fillmore County Court House - Preston, MN

MON-FRI 765-2805 OR CALL 24 HR CRISIS LINE TOLL-FREE 1-877-289-0636

Claim Your spot Today! 507.765.2151

Over 2,500 acres sold in the past year!

Po Box 232 212 fillmore st. W Preston, Mn 55965

lisa stensrud, dPT

507.867.8007 fax: 507.867.8018 stensrud.lisa@myfcpt.com

•Specializing in hunting land, farm land, hobby farms & rural properties •Small town work ethic backed by nationwide marketing •Local expertise, born and raised in southeastern MN

chad garteski, Agent/Land Specialist

Cell: 507.269.2742 • Email: Chad@WeissChoice.com www.WeissChoice.com

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Call 507-765-2151 or 800-599-0481 (in 507 area code) FAX 507-765-2468 or e-mail: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com

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Diamond Shelter Sales of Minnesota, LLC

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DAN SERFLING 25988 County 14 Preston, MN 55965 Ph/Fax 507-765-2537 Cell 507-951-0731

WE FIX WET BASEMENTS! Mention this Ad and Receive $100 off Basement Waterproofing System Free Estimates • 507-259-7776 • www.AllStarBasements.com

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Cleaning

Dave Swenson Don Tollefsrud Matt Swenson Lic. #008399PJ

• New Construction • Remodeling • Insured • Free Estimates • Licensed 507-743-8325 SEE US FOR ALL YOUR HEATING & COOLING NEEDS Randy Newman - 507-421-2536 - GeoSystems

507.493.5640 Mabel, MN

Carpet, Furniture, Floors, Furnace Duct Cleaning, Fire & Water Damage, Janitorial Service.

Licensed & Insured #20450126

The clean you expect The service you deserve

Jeff Hebl, Owner 507-467-4798 • Lanesboro, MN

We specialize in:

ConstruCtion

•Roofing •Windows •Concrete •Siding •Pole Sheds•Additions

MELDAHL CONSTRUCTION INC.

507.493.5640

PETERSON, MN 55962 • 507-875-2496 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: GRAIN BIN CONSTRUCTION

• Dryers • Grain Bins for Drying & Storage

& Tear Down , Millwright, Grain Legs, Auger, and Conveyor Construction, Concrete Construction.

-Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors

Fountain, MN

For ALL your building and remodeling needs.

Many Years of Experience • MARTY HUNGERHOLT, 507-467-2203 • RANDY HARMON, 507-467-2410 • RICHARD NEPSTAD, 507-765-3621

MN CONTRACTORS LIC. #20382343

satellite serviCes Craig Stortz #PL07718

laWnCare 507.456.1817

free estimates

lawn care services locally owned & operated Mowing • Trimming • edging dethatching • core aerating lawn sweeping • fertilizing

motors & motor repair RISTAU FARM SERVICE ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR SHOP

507.765.3873-lanesboro,Mn • 507.932.4560-st. charles, Mn

50-100 new/rebuilt motors on hand at all times

STORTZ SATELLITE

Canton, MN

Bluff country lawn & snow

Power Limited Licensed

Nick Stortz #PL07719

Serving the Tri-State area Residential & Commercial Accounts for Direct TV & Dishnet.

Cable - Phone - Internet - Wiring

507-467-2348 507-251-9510 Cell

Lic# BC474301

HUNGERHOLT CARPENTRY

1-800-464-6121

SERVING SOUTHERN MN SINCE 1954

HUNTINGTON ELECTRIC

30 Ton, 136 ft Boom Truck Service THE FIRST BIN DESIGNED FOR THE 21ST CENTURY

• CUSTOM CABINETS • REMODELING • ROOFING • GARAGES • SIDING • SHEDS & MORE • GRANICRETE COUNTER TOPS H:507-268-4949 C:507-272-3624

KRUEGEL GAS SERVICE PROPANE SERVICE INSTALLATION DELIVERY

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HEATING & COOLING, LLC

President

Professional Cleaning ~

Lic. #008744PJ

NEWMAN

Jon M. Marsden

ServiceMASTER of Chatfield

and Cabinetry

PLUMBING & HEATING

• Insured • Septic systems • New Construction • Remodeling

auTHoriZed Baldor dealer

Toll Free 866-862-5397 Bus 507-743-8486 Cell 507-259-1454

septiC pumping With 210 feet of hose!

We’re #1 in the #2 Business Pumping & Agitating

For Fast Courteous Service • Call 507-352-6790

trailer sales Denny’s Trailer Sales & Service All modeles include horse, stock & flat bed

Check out on-line inventory! www.dennystrailersales.com

18880 County Rd. 8 • 3 miles N of Wykoff, MN at Fillmore Phone 507.352.5491 • Fax 507.352.5492

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AL LARSON & SONS BRUMM’S

Water testing

Plumbing & Heating Plumbing &

• New Homes • Remodeling • Air Conditioning

308 St. Anthony St., Preston Heating, LLC • Furnace New Construction • Remodeling • Drain Cleaning Sewer Camera • Furnaces

Calls welcomed any time!

507-765-2405

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Plumbing & Heating, LLC

Air Conditioning • Drain Cleaning Underground Locating & Excavation

42607 174th St. | Mabel, MN

Office: 507-493-5507 Josh: 507-251-1896 Tony: 507-251-9212

Welding & truCk repair

Licensed & Insured

507.421.2956

New Construction • Remodeling • Sewer Camera New Construction • Remodeling Furnaces Air Conditioning • Drain Cleaning Sewer Camera•• Furnaces Underground Locating & Excavation Air Conditioning • Drain Cleaning Underground Locating & Excavation 42607 174th St. | Mabel, MN MIDWEST ICF CONSTRUCTION LLC Office: 507-493-5507

Insulated Concrete Homes, Foundations, Decorative Josh: 507-251-1896 Concrete, Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks, Tony: 507-251-9212 Stained Concrete, Stamped Concrete, Licensed & Insured Concrete Steps and Concrete Sealing

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EMPLOYMENT HAAKENSON ELECTRIC INC. is looking for FT labor. Some electrical background or knowledge is helpful. Will train. Call 507-251-5535. h18tfn- o Fillmore Central Community Ed is looking for people who are interested in substituting in the School Age Child Care Program, Daycare, and Preschool program in Preston for the 2014-15 school year. Interested candidates should contact Angi at 507.765.3809 or angi. kaase@isd2198.k12.mn.us. h25-o Looking for qualified Tractor and pump operators for the fall work season. Many open positions and possibilities. Overtime after 80/2 weeks. FT benefits. Hiring for FT and PT positions. Experience would be great but not a necessity. VCP, Wykoff, MN. 507-421-1387. h25,1,8,15,22,29-o Connaughty Industries, a growing metal contractor manufacturing company in Rushford, MN is seeking an enthusiastic and professional Salesman.

Duties include engaging, developing, and maintaining relationships with current and potential customers by matching our products and or abilities with their needs. Local travel required. Great business development and communication skills required. Must also have outstanding analytical, organizational, and time management skills. 3-5 years of sales experience preferred. To apply please send a cover letter and resume to Connaughty Industries, 1000 Technology Drive, Rushford, MN 55971 or e-mail mike@connaughtyindustries. com h25,1,8-o

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EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

We are looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our team! You will have a chance to be creative, be part of a supportive team, and make the difference in the lives of children. One Block at A Time Daycare is looking for mature & outgoing daycare aides up to 30 hours per week. This position will assist the lead teacher, encourages students’ positive self-image & supports individuality & independence. Have fun and be creative with the children while having the ability to respond to individual participants’ learning, physical and emotional needs.

Previous experience with child care or related field. Applications can be obtained from: www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us, any school office or contact Angi at 507.765.3809 or angi.kaase@isd2198. k12.mn.us. h25-o

Join our team of caring adults who help meet our One Block at A Time goal along with promising to be the working parents best friend. Lead Daycare Teacher up to 40 hours per week. One Block at A Time Daycare in Preston is currently seeking qualified lead daycare teachers who are highly motivated, teamoriented, mature & outgoing individuals.

You will have a chance to be creative, be part of a supportive team, and make the difference in the lives of children.

Our primary objective is to provide a fun atmosphere that supports the education and safety of the children in our care. Requirements include the ability to develop & nurture kids; stimulate emotional, intellectual & social growth.

Provides a safe environment; encourages students’ participation; keeps parents informed. Ability to respond to individual participants’ learning, physical and emotional needs. 16-post secondary credits.

Previous experience with child care or related field preferred. Applications can be obtained from: www.fillmorecentral. k12.mn.us, any school office or contact Angi at 507.765.3809 or angi.kaase@ isd2198.k12.mn.us. h25-o

Full-time and Part-time custodial positions available at Fillmore Central Schools at the Harmony site.

Application available online at www. fillmorecentral.k.12.mn.us or any school office. Send completed application to: Heath Olstad, Principal, Fillmore Central Schools, PO Box 599, Harmony, MN 55939. Positions open until filled. h25,1-o

HELP WANTED: Hiring immediately full-time positions for Construction laborers. Must have a valid drivers license. Call Quality Siding & Window 507-288-1221 or send resume to QualitySiding@hcinet. net h25,1-x WATERTOWN COOPERATIVE ELEVATOR at Watertown SD is seeking a qualified General Manager. This is a grain shuttle, feed and agronomy cooperative with sales of $150 million.

Successful grain merchandising and agricultural business management experience desired. Send resume ASAP to: Larry Fuller, 5213 Shoal Drive, Bismarck ND 58503, or Email larry.fuller@chsinc.com MCAN

Application Deadline Extended for the Nutrient Management Specialist position with the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) to Monday, September 8th at 4 pm. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent required in agronomy, soil science, natural resources management, environmental studies or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong agronomy and ag background preferred.

Crop Advisor Certification is a plus. Duties involve working with cooperators to develop nutrient/manure management plans, adapt nitrogen fertilizer practices to their operations, and coordinate on-farm fertilizer demonstrations and research.

Beginning salary is $19.82/hour. Submit SWCD application form, resume and cover letter to the Fillmore SWCD, 900 Washington St. NW, Box A, Preston, MN 55965. Application form and job description are available by contacting the SWCD at the address above, by phone at 507-765-3878 ext. 3, or at www.fillmoreswcd.org.

Spring Valley Senior Living is currently seeking a Home Health Aide to provide direct personal care to patients out in the community as well as in our Housing with Services apartments. This position requires current CNA/HHA certification. If interested, send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or email hr@svseniorliving.com. h25,1-o Looking for afternoon milker. Rural Lanesboro. 507-467-3470. h25,1-o Preston Equipment Company is looking to hire full-time Accounting Clerk. Main duties will include daily bookkeeping, payables, receivables, and reconciling accounts. Bookkeeping and computer skills required. Eligible candidate will also possess good communication skills in dealing with customers and co-workers. Send resume to: PO Box 435, Preston, MN 55965. h25-o

Help Wanted: CHS Inc. is seeking part-time seasonal truck drivers and general laborers for the Grand Meadow, Elkton, LeRoy, Ostrander, Spring Valley, Wykoff, MN and Chester, IA areas. Must have or be able to obtain a CDL and medical card. Contact CHS at 507-7545125 or 507-657-2234. CHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. h25,1,8,15-o 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 On The Crunchy Side - Is Hiring Restaurant Staff: servers/bartenders and cooks/kitchen help. Will train Apply in person ask for Lisa or Miles. h28,4,11,18,25,1-o

EMPLOYMENT 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 NEED ADDITIONAL INCOME? Learn to operate a Mini-Office Outlet. FREE Online Training! Flexible hours. Great Income potential. www.project4wellness.com 1-587-289-3835 (Void in SD) (MCN) CLASS A CDL Driver. Good home time.

Stay in the Midwest. Great pay and benefits. Matching 401K. Bonuses and tax free money. Experience needed. Call Scott 507-437-9905. Apply on-line www. mcfgtl.com (MCN) 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) 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)

Green Gables Inn is looking for a housekeeper, days and every other weekend. Can start immediately. Call 507-467-2936. h7/21tfn-o Chosen Valley Testing is looking for a seasonal geotechnical drilling assistant with the potential of becoming full-time. General tasks would consist of helping a crew chief more easily perform drilling tasks; work as part of a two-person team to perform field tasks including site layout, soil boring and sampling, and obtaining water levels. Daily driving to work sites in a company truck will require a good driving record. Experience is preferred but not required. Please contact Devin at 507-281-0968 or dehler@cvtesting.com with an questions. h18,25- o

NOW HIRING FULL-TIME NIGHT SHIFT NURSING ASSISTANT BENEFIT ELIGIBLE SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL WILL TRAIN Contact: Karen Miller 507.498.3211 Ext.123 GUNDERSEN TWEETEN CARE CENTER

125TH 5TH AVE. SE SPRING GROVE, MN 55974

RegisteRed NuRse

Good Samaritan Society-Home Care is actively seeking an RN to join our team in the Fillmore County area. The right candidate will be able to work independently providing nursing care to clients and direction and leadership to designated staff.

Requirements for this position include a current MN RN license, a valid driver’s license, and current CPR certification. Prior home care experience is a plus, but not a requirement. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule with paid drive time and mileage.

To apply go to www.good-sam.com For more information contact Vickie at 1-888-381-3205 AA/EYE/M/F/Vet/Handicap • Drug Free Workplace

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Full-Time & Part-Time $750 Sign-On Bonus

Casey’s General Store is looking for friendly, energetic individuals to fill a variety of positions including cashiers, donut makers, overnights, and pizza makers. Full and parttime positions available.

Apply at Casey’s General Store, 875 Hwy 52 N., Preston, MN or online at www.caseys.com.

EOE

Full time eveninGs

LPN

JOURNAL Freelance Writer

Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for individuals who are compassionate, energetic, hardworking and reliable to join our health care team. We currently have full-time and part-time positions available. We are willing to train the right applicant. We offer excellent benefits to employees working full-time.

•Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% coverage on preventative care •Health Partners Dental Plan •Life & Accidental Death and Disability •Generous, Flexible PTO •Tuition Reimbursement •Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC

part time days/eveninGs

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.

Application/resume should be forwarded to: Chosen Valley Care Center, Attn: Director of Nursing, 1102 Liberty St. SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com (EOE/AA)

Contact Sue Lenz, RN 507.886.6544 ext:106

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Green Lea Manor is LookinG for speciaL peopLe who want to Make a difference.

Must be caring, compassionate, and a team player.

part-time rn/Lpn & cna shifts available.

Will train and reimburse for classes, if not on the registry.

Bonus Pay on weekends and shift differential.

Contact Nicky or stop by for an application.

Green Lea Manor nursing home 115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436

E.O.E.

…because the journey matters

COOK

Oxford Property Management is looking for a full-time Cook at our Clara House facility in Harmony, MN that provides independent, assisted care, and memory care living services.

Responsibilities include: providing great service to all residents through high quality standards in the preparation and cooking of resident meals, routine kitchen maintenance and regular cleaning duties. interpersonal skills; strong communication skills; highly organized; upbeat energetic If you are looking for an opportunity to be part of a progressive company out an application, call, or send resume to: Clara House 455 Main Ave North Harmony, MN 55939 507-886-6515 tknutson@oxfordmgmt.com A drug free and Equal Opportunity Employer

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Amherst Township Meeting change The Monday, September 8, 2014, Amherst Township meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2014, at 8 p.m. at the Amherst Town Hall.

Hugh Fendry II Amherst Township Clerk Publish 25, 1

Public notice city of peterson Notice is hereby given that the city council of the City of Peterson will meet in the council chambers of the city hall at 118 Fillmore St. at 7:00 p.m. on September 10, 2014, to consider the making of Improvement No. 2015-1, an improvement on CSAH 25 between the Root River Bridge and City of Peterson West Boundary pursuant to Minn. Stat. §§ 429.011 to 429.111. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is CSAH 25 between the Root River Bridge and City of Peterson West Boundary. The estimated cost of the improvement is $386,368.45. A reasonable estimate of the impact of the assessment will be available at the hearing. Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting.

Megan Grebe City of Peterson Clerk Publish 25, 1

Real estate foR sale on sealed Bids The following property located approximately 6.5 miles north of Mabel will be sold on sealed bids. The property is located in Section 22, Preble Township, Fillmore County. Aerial maps depicting each parcel are available.

The acreage as stated is approximate. The parcels will be surveyed if sold separately with the seller to pay cost of survey.

Parcel I: Consisting of approximately 145 acres with approximately 86 acres tillable, 45 acres CRP and approximately 14 acres timber/pasture Parcel II: Consisting of approximately 42 acres with 38 acres of wood land with standing timber and creek. Approximately 4 acres in CRP Parcel III: A combination of parcels I and II Sealed bids will be accepted at the law office of Hammell & Murphy located at 110 East Main Street, Caledonia, MN 55921, until September 17, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. The bid off between the top four bidders of each parcel will be held on September 24, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at the law office of Hammell & Murphy. Each original bid shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check in the amount of 5% of the bid amount. The closing will be held on or before October 31, 2014. Seller will pay the real estate taxes due and payable in 2013. Premises are sold subject to lease for 2014 crop season.

Seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids and to negotiate with bidders. The premises are being sold “as is”. For information concerning the property contact either Scott Hatleti at 507-864-7766 or Charlie Mueller 507-458-3649. For an information packet on the property or information concerning the process, contact Timothy Murphy, Hammell & Murphy, at 507-725-3361.

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Notice city of peterson, minnesota The City of Peterson Council has approved a change of MONTHLY MEETINGS to the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month to enable the Council to do business more effectively.

Future council meetings in the Peterson City Hall at 7 p.m. will be: August 27, 2014, September 10 & 24, 2014, October 8 & 22, 2014, November 12 & 26, 2014, and December 10 & 24, 2014.

Megan Grebe City of Peterson Clerk Publish 25, 1

Notice for pilot mound township Pilot Mound Township residents and land owners are asked to check with a supervisor before digging in the township right of way. Recent machine work raised issues of liability, utilities and public safety.

William Sullivan Pilot Mound Township Clerk Publish 25, 1

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

NOTICE OF SEALED BIDS Sealed bids will be received until 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2014 by the County Coordinator of Fillmore County, Minnesota on behalf of the Fillmore County Board of Commissioners for the rental of 46 acres, more or less, of County Farm land, with 44 acres, more or less, of corn base as determined by the Farm Service Agency, located on the County Farm land in Section 32, Township 103N, Range 10W, with the exception of the access easement. This will be a twoyear lease. Bid specifications available at the Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, P.O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965, (507) 765-4566.

Bobbie Vickerman Fillmore County Coordinator Publish 25,1,8

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

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

state of Minnesota County of Fillmore district court third judicial district probate division Court File No.: 23-PR-14-618 Estate of Robert Anthony Petrillo, Decedent. notice of informal probate of will and informal appointment of personal representative and notice to creditors Notice is given than an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated December 28, 2004. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed James Edward Petrillo, whose address is La Crosse, Wisconsin, 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) 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. § 524.3-801.3, 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: August 15, 2014 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Personal Representative Thomas M. Manion (MN# 0067167) Law Office of Thomas M. Manion, P.A. 204 Parkway Ave. North P.O. Box 420 Lanesboro, Minnesota 55949 Telephone: (507) 467-2317 Facsimile: (507) 467-2400 Publish 25, 1

*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 state of minnesota county of fillmore district court third judicial district probate division Court File No.: 23-PR-14-632 Estate of Virgil Kenneth Arett, also known as Virgil K. Arett, Decedent. notice of informal probate of will and informal appointment of personal representative and notice to creditors Notice is hereby given than an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated March 17, 2009.

The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Vicky O’Connell, whose address is 113 E. Fairview, Spring Valley, Minnesota 55975, 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 futher 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: August 21, 2014 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Attorney for Personal Representative Jennifer A. Gumbel (MN# 387724) Springer & Gumbel, P.A. 141 W. Fillmore St. P.O. Box 469 Preston, Minnesota 55965 Telephone: (507) 765-3600 Facsimile: (507) 765-3629 Publish 25, 1

Notice of Application For Livestock Feedlot Permit Notice is hereby given per Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 116, that Eric Ruen has made application to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency or the County of Fillmore for a permit to construct or expand a feedlot with a capacity of 500 animal units or more.

The existing and proposed feedlot will be located in the SW 1/4 Section 11 T103N R10W, Fillmore County, Minnesota.

The existing facility consists of 785 animal units in total and partial confinement and open lots and is permitted for 30 head of steers/heifers, stock cows or bulls, 214 feeder calves, 2000 head of market hogs, and 5 horses. Existing Facilities consist of two 41’ x 200’ total confinement buildings with 8’ pits, one 50’ x 120’ cattle shed with attached open lot and one 34’ x 100’ barn.

The proposed facility will consist of the addition of one new 51’ x 192’ total confinement building with 8’ pit. There will be no open lots. The site will be permitted for 996 animal units consisting of 35 head of steers/heifers, stock cows or bulls, 3200 head of market hogs, and 10 sheep.

This publication shall constitute as notice to each resident and each owner of real property within 5000 feet of the perimeter of the proposed feedlot as required

by Minnesota State Law. Published in the Fillmore County Journal, August 25th, 2014.

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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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312 1St St. ne., grand Meadow $109,900 Affordable & charming home completely updated. Main floor bedrooms, walk up attic that could easily be made into the master bedroom suite, 3 stall finished garage with workbenches, newer roof & gutters, and neutral decor’ throughout. All located on quiet street on corner lot. Large garden area & updated landscaping. See Supplement for improvements and updates.

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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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!

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.

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35064 242nD St., LaneSBoro 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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200 aSHBurn St e, LaneSBoro Old World Charm • Wood Floors throughout • Original Woodwork • Large Living Room • Large Dining Room • Open Kitchen • Great View of Bluffs • 2 Storage Sheds

2 Acres in City Limits • 4 Large Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Sauna • Main Floor Laundry • Formal Living and Dining • Open Floor Plan • Wood Floors • Large Family Room • Rec Room • Wet Bar • Updated Kitchen • Walk-out • Deck • Patio • Covered Porch • 25x52 Shop w/Heat and Air • 12x52 Building • 14x20 Garden Shed w/Cement Floor • 2+ Heated Attached Garage • New Roof, Furnace, Air and Water Heater • Mature Trees • Wildlife • Great Views • Private

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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!

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

COMMERCIAL coMMerciaL BuiLDing - LaneSBoro 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

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102 w Highway 52, CAnTon Turn key 2 bedroom home with updated paint, floorings, and finished basement. Generous cabinets & storage space. Ramp in attached insulated 2 car garage. Wrap around deck with nice lot, easy to enjoy. $89,900

218 AWESOME ACRES offering privacy only a few miles from Lanesboro. 2008 custom build post and beam home, large open loft area. 5 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. Geo Thermal heating system, large wrap around deck and walk out basement. 3 car attached garage, 150 x 40 pole barn, 32 x 26 shop, and 32 x 26 pole shed. Hay ground, open prairie, and woods, rock formations & wild flowers with scenic views.

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10277 County 116, HArmony

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A Slice of Country! 1 1/2 story home with main floor bedroom, bath, & laundry. Upstairs loft plus 2nd bedroom. Large 2 car attached garage. Septic new 2012, private well. Rural zoning offers opportunity for horses and hobbies. $59,900

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2 bedroom home great for starting up or slowing down. Beautiful oak hardwoods, generous sized bedrooms and closets. Updated shingles, windows, and electrical service. Back covered patio (9 x 18). Super sized 1 car garage and storage shed.

BUILdInG LoTS: South Hill Preston: City Limits, City Utilities Lot A) 4 acres mostly wooded great buildable site, $45,000 Lot B) Almost a half acre lot with good sized storage building $33,900 Lots C & D) Approx 1/3 of an acre building lot $25,000 REDUCED UCED

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23824 Holly rd., LAnESBoro Scenic property with the 3 bedroom Ranch home with 3 car garage. Nestled in the valley with wooded rolling terrain approx. 7.5 acres of woods, 6 acres of hay ground. 4.5 miles to Lanesboro.

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SOLD/PENDING 131 Main St Caledonia SOLD 625 1st Ave SW Harmony SOLD 30 3rd Ave NW Harmony SOLD 23824 Holly Rd Lanesboro SOLD 210 W Center St Harmony SOLD 15980 County 21 Harmony SOLD 201 Ridgeview Ln S 104 Lanesboro PENDING 70 Main Ave N Harmony PENDING

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LOTS AND ACREAGES FOR SALE CHATFIELD – APPROVED BUILDING SITE (37.01 acres) along a hard surface road only 12 miles Southeast of Rochester. This parcel is heavily wooded and sits high on the hill overlooking the Root River valley. Excellent hunting! #4050564 $189,900.

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• 2 Bedrooms • Den • 2 Baths • Open layout • Sunroom • Gas fireplace • Paneled doors • Built-in’s • Main floor living • Great View • Tons of storage • 2,263 sq. ft. • Very Clean

$319,900

14625 COUNTY RD 142 SE, DOVER

#4052958

• 2 Bedrooms • 3 Baths •, 4,200 sq. ft. • Blacktop Road • Fully finished • Exposed log walls throughout • 2 Fireplaces • 2 Decks • Patio • Country kitchen with granite tops, ceramic tile, new appliances • Master suite in loft area with private deck, 26’ vaulted ceilings • Garage (25’x40’) • Insulated & finished shed (30’x40’)

SOLD

TOWNHOME LOTS CHATFIELD ORCHARD RIDGE LOTS – BANK OWNED 2 Walkout townhome lots with private backyards. This upscale neighborhood is on a paved dead end road with city utilities. Only $20,000/each.

908 FILLMORE ST. SE, CHATFIELD

SOLD

• 3 bedrooms • 2 Baths • Garage • Appliances

SOLD

610 BURR OAK AVENUE NE, CHATFIELD

• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2,756 sq. ft.• Sunroom

215 5TH ST SE, CHATFIELD

SOLD

• 2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 0.31 acre • Steel siding

117 EYOTA ST W, DOVER

SOLD

• 5 Bedrooms • 2,807 sq. ft. • 0.29 acre corner lot

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Monday, August 25, 2014

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

GARAGE SALES

LOST/FOUND

Sundance Spa (SOLO) 100 gal, 48” x 71” x 29”, 24 sets, $2,000, LIKE NEW, Call after 6pm. 507-352-4260. s25,1-x

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

Multi Family Garage Sale.

Clothes for everyone, household items, furniture, bikes, power wheels, toys, car seats, baby items, car parts, camping supplies, Kevin Harvick collectibles, something for everyone. 110 Circle Drive, Fountain. August 29-Sept. 1. Fri.-Sun. 9am-7pm, Mon. 9am-5pm. g25-x

Lost: Female Norwegian Elkhound and male Beagle. Elkhound is missing one front paw and goes by Susie. Beagle is brown, white and chubby, and goes

by Tator. Call or text 507-273-1059. lf18,25- o

TRAILER SALE! Dump trailers 10’ tandem axle $3,999.00 and up; 12’, 14’, & 16’ 14,000# dump with tarp: $6,099.00 and up. 6’x12’x72” v-nose ramp door, swivel jack, 24” ATP $2,750.00; 101”x18’ 10k cargo job trailer; 14,000# skidloader trailers. 515-972-4554 www.

FortDodgeTrailerWorld.com (MCN)

Annual Labor Day Weekend Garage Sale. Antiques, collectibles, miscellaneous. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday August 28-31, 8am-5pm 109 Lilac Street, Fountain, MN. g25-o

9 cu. ft. upright Whirlpool freezer. Call 507-765-2217. a25-x 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

EZ-GO & Yamaha GOlf Carts SaleS & Service New & USed Ivan Vreeman harmony, mn 507-273-6928

FREE HEAT AND HOT WATER. Eliminate monthly heating bills with an OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533.4523.

Country Sale Labor Day weekend. Friday, Saturday, Sunday - August 29, 30, 31. 9am-6pm each day. Vintage metal desk, fabric, antiques, collectibles, clothes, women’s cowboy boots and lots of misc. Take County Road 8 west of Fountain (towards Fillmore). Look for big white barn, 23780 County Road 8. g25-x

Rochester, MN 866-657-4910

www.valleyfeatherlite.com

WANTED

103 20th St. NE, Stewartville, MN ~ Just off Hwy 63

NEw FeatHerlite trailerS iN Stock:

• 2013 Car Bumper Pull • 7' x 20' Stock • 7' x 24' Stock

• 24' Show Stock • 16' Goose Neck Stock

• 500 Gallon Fuel Trailer • 16' Bumper Stock • 7'6" x 32' Stock • Kiefer Flatbeds Stock

• 17' Alum. Flatbed • 7'6" x 30' Stock • 20' Stock

USEd FeatHerlite trailerS: • 8'x24' Stock USEd EqUipMENt: • CAT 272C • Bobcat S650 • Bobcat 2200 Utility Vehicle • Bobcat T190 • Bobcat S205 w/cab

• CAT 287B • Dieci TeleHandlers in Stock • Kubota RTV 1100-Loaded

TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, Inc. 507-886-4600

70 4th Street NW • Harmony MN

ironsidetrailersales.net 1 block West of Kwik Trip next to Solberg Welding

• NH L160 w/Cab • NH L220 w/Cab • JD 2305 w/Cab

We are pleased to announce we now sell & service Boss & Snowdogg Snow Plows.

We have a selection of new and used trailers and we are an authorized dealer for Wilson, Kiefer Industrial, Road King, Alum Line, and Pacesetter trailers. We also provide service work when your trailer needs a tune up.

Wanted: Cropland, farms, hunting land. Call 608-3853212. Roger D. Johnson, Land Broker Auctioneer. Licensed MN, SD, WI, IL. w3tfn-o Wanted: Cars, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn-o A childless happily married couple seeks to adopt. Will be hands-on parents. Financial Security. Expenses PAID. Let’s help each other. Call/Text. Adam & Andres. 1-800-790-5260 (MCN) A UNIQUE ADOPTIONS, LET US HELP! Personalized Adoption Plans.

Financial Assistance, Housing, Relocation and More. Giving the Gift of Life? You Deserve the Best. 1-888-637-8200. 24HR Hotline. (VOID IN IL) (MCN) $25,000 REWARD for older FENDER, GIBSON, GRETSCH, MARTIN, MOSRITE, NATIONAL guitars. Paying from $500 to $25,000 or more. Please call Crawford White in Nashville, TN at 1-800-477-1233 or email NashvilleGuitars@aol.com (MCN)

See us for all your trailer sale and service needs!

Owned by Dennis Solberg of Solberg Welding 507-886-4602

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Guardians of the Galaxy Friday, Saturday & Sunday auguSt 29th, 30th & 31St.….....7:30pm Rated PG-13 • Run Time: 2 hours

NOTICES MINNESOTA BID ONLINE AUCTIONS NOW OPEN. TAKING CONSIGNMENTS. VISIT US at 120 E. MAIN STR., GLENVILLE, MN, 10AM-4:40PM, WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY or www.minnesotabidonline.com for CURRENT AUCTIONS. n25,1,8-x REDUCE YOUR CABLE BILL! Get a whole-home Satellite system installed at no cost and programming starting at $19.99/mo. Free HD/DVR Upgrades, so call now 877/342-0356 MCAN CANADA DRUG CENTER is your choice for safe and affordable medications. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 75% on all your medication needs. Call today 800/259-1096 for $10.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. MCAN DISH TV RETAILER Starting at $19.99/ month (for 12 mos.) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/month (where available.) Save! Ask About same day Installation! Call now! 800/297-8706 MCAN ARE YOU IN big trouble with the IRS? Stop wage & bank levies, liens & audits, unfiled tax returns, payroll issues, & resolve tax debt fast. Seen on CNN. A BBB. Call 800/402-0732 MCAN MACHINERY CONSIGNMENT SALE, Mon., Sept. 8, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. Consign early by Aug. 25, 2014 for complete advertising. No Small Items, Tires or Pallet Items Accepted After Friday, Aug. 29. Gilbert’s Sale Yard, LLC, 641-398-2218. 2 Mi. N. of Floyd, IA On Hwy. 218. Tractor House Internet Bidding Available. www.gilbertsaleyard. com (MCN) AUCTION - August 25, 2014 at Carhart Blue Top Seed, Inc., N14743 Cty Rd M, Galesville, WI 54630.

Selling Production Equipment incl.

Detasseling Equipment. Questions, Call 1-608-792-2577. Preview Day: August 23, 12:00-3:00. Listing and Pictures @ www.NorthernInvestment. com (MCN)

Bring your own bucket for popcorn Everyday & save!

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AUCTION CALENDAR Sat., Aug. 30 - 8:30am sharp - 11th Semi Annual Country Consignment Auction. Horses, carriages, tack, horse related machinery, cattle, small animals, quilts, wall hangers, no machine stitched quilts, new furniture, wood crafts, etc.

13473 County Road 35, St. Charles, MN. Listing in the Journal To list your Auction 507-765-2151

NOTICES SUPPORT our Service Members, Veterans and their Families in Their Time of Need. For more information visit the Fisher House website at www. fisherhouse.org (MCN) GET CASH NOW for your Annuity or Structured Settlement. Top Dollars Paid. Fast, No Hassle Service! Call: 1-877-740-0888 (Mon-Fri - 9am-6pm CT) (MCN) You may qualify for Disability if you have a health condition that prevents you from working for a year or more.

Call now! 855-548-8161. (M-Th 9-7 & Fri 9-5 Eastern) (MCN) SAFE STEP WALK-IN TUB: Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal.

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Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 800-357-4970 (MCN)

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SERVICES

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Norby Tree Service: Stump grinding, tree trimming and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-2593118. v8/2tfn- o

MY COMPUTER WORKS: Computer problems? Viruses, spyware, email, printer issues, bad internet connections - FIX IT NOW! Professional, U.S.-based technicians. $25 off service. Call for immediate help. 1-800-3597020 (MCN)

REBUILD ALTERNATORS and starters for auto, truck, and farm implements. Same day service.

DOT & truck inspection available.

Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford. 507864-7440 or 507-459-1504. v11tfno ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs!

Waterproofing, Finishing, Structural Repairs, Humidity and Mold Control. FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-800-640-8195 (MCN)

11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954 Craig Henry Shop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573

CALL FOR ALL YOUR REPAIR NEEDS!

Scheevel and Sons, Inc. (507) 765-4756

SERVICES

Ron (507-273-9796), Aaron (507-272-3923), Eric, & Nate Scheevel 17057 Kind Rd. • Preston, MN

THANK YOU

House & Siding Washes

Loren and I would like to thank all those who were concerned, prayed before his surgery and are praying for his recovery. His open heart surgery, (valve replacement), went well. People never cease to surprise us. Thank you to Pastor Betsy, Pastor Mike, and Loren’s birth church, the Presbyterian church.

God bless you all.

Loren and Drucilla Mline t25-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Brush • Roll • Spray Mark Gulbranson Canton, MN

507.459.0590 507.743.8585

Randy Haakenson • Commercial • Residential • Agricultural

schroeder drywall

326 Parkside Dr. SE Res 507-765-2297 Preston, MN 55965 Cell 507-251-5535

Drywall Hanging • taping • texturing Rusty Schroeder “Free estimates” 507-765-3648

TNT Lawn Service

Shapmaiiraha’nSdWdeelSding

• Mowing • StuMp grinding • Fall Clean-up • Snow plowing • iCe ManageMent

Precision Laser Excavating

SERVICES Mark’s Painting, Repair and Replacements Quality preparations and finishes. All surfaces, interior & exterior. Steel, mason & foundation coatings, stain jobs & tree trimming

ReSidential - CommeRCial

Make arrangeMentS now For your Snow Care

Specialties: Ponds, Waterways, Terraces, Driveways, Building Sites and More.

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Nice 2-BR apt. in Leroy. Heat, water, garbage paid. No S/P, lease. Avail 9/2014 $485/2 people. r25,1-o

2 BR House in Rushford Avail 9/1/14. Jacuzzi tub, large yard. $675/mth + Dep. 507-458-5139. r8/4tfn-o

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

Whole house, 3 bedroom, 2 bath for rent on the Root River.

Great fishing, birding, $750/month.

Security deposit required. Lease required. Available September 1. Call 507-467-2928. r25-x

2 Bedroom trailer and garage for rent, Lanesboro. Available immediately.

Call 888-384-7185. r7/21tfn-o

Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Do you need storage while in the process of moving? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x

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Scenic View TownhomeS • Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms Printed with Soy inK • Attached garages included • Beautiful area • Starting at $505 Printed on recycled paper Income restrictions apply.

507-864-7880 • Rushford, MN www.paramark.us

Looking for a place to celebrate an event? Birthday parties, anniversaries, baby showers! Cost is $25 for up to 2 hours. Includes large TV for games or movies. Bathroom facilities. Free Internet access. Located in Preston. Capacity of up to 25 people. Call 507-251-5297. r4/7tfn-x

Used Hanson Ring A Great Read!

Dive Unloaders 16’ 18’ or 20’

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CALL RISTAU FARM SERVICE

Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 765-2131 or 1-800-7700347. r10/5tfn- o

Lakewood Apartments located in beautiful downtown Chatfield MN offers: • Rent based on income (30%) • Clean, safe, quiet and friendly environment • Off-street Parking and on site laundry • Heat paid • Small pets welcome • Community Room with Big Screen TV and Kitchen

WANTED

OFFICE SPACE for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 4 to 6 employees. Cost $335/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x

Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o

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WE LOWERED THE AGE REQUIREMENT… 55 YEARS OR BETTER, HANDICAPPED OR DISABLED!!

• Elevator • Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartments with appliances • Close to City Library, Churches, Downtown and Medical Center • Patio area for summer activities!!!

• Activities, Parties, Pot Lucks and More!

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507.765.3873, Lanesboro, MN • 507.932.4560, St. Charles

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Holiday Hours

Monday, Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve - Closing at Noon ascend yourEve connectivity (this includes thePreston, drive up) MN Monday, Dec. 24 - Christmas - Closing at Noon (this includes the drive up) Tuesday, Dec. 25 - Christmas Day - Closed Tuesday, Dec. 25 - Christmas Day - Closed Monday, Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve - Closing at 3 pm

Country Trails Inn & Suites

507-886-6922 Toll Free 1-877-886-6922

3 Main Ave N Harmony MN 507-886-6922 Toll Free 1-877-886-6922

MABEL bp FOOD SHOP

Hwy 52 & 16, Preston

PRESTON MOTOR MART

Hwy 44 & Locust, Mabel

LANESBORO bp FOOD SHOP

100 Sheridan St on Hwy 16 W, Lanesboro

100 Saint Anthony St. N Preston, MN 55965 507-765-3823

ATM Available 24/7!!!

We make banking easy!

F&M COMMUNITY BANK

11748 State Hwy 43 MABEL, MN • 507-493-5217

Meats & Catering

Ody’sCountry

212 SAINT PAUL ST NW 765-2205 • PRESTON MN

HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND!

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Preble Farmers Mutual Insurance Co.

EBT Customers Welcome • www.odyscountrymeat.com

M-F 7-5:30 Sat. 7-12:00 • 507-346-2579 • 800-660-MEAT 17643 121st Ave. • 4.5 miles South of Spring Valley on Hwy 63

Spring Valley, MN 1030 N. Broadway 507-346-9836

Rushford 864-7771 Houston 896-3127 St. Charles 932-4100 Lewiston 523-2277 Goodview / Winona 452-4241

507.867.3939

LeRoy, MN 102 West Main 507-324-5260

www.hofffuneral.com

129 South Main Street Chatfield, MN

Rushford 507.864.7755 Houston 507.896.7755

205 Parkway Ave N Lanesboro, MN (507) 467-3797

112 Coffee St. • Lanesboro, MN • 507-467-3355

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111 N Main St Canton MN 507-743-2204 Toll Free 1-877-457-5977 3 Main Ave N Harmony MN 507-886-6922 Main 1-877-886-6922 Ave N Harmony MN Toll 3Free

Monday, Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve - Closing at Noon Dennis Overland (this includes the drive up) Monday, Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve - Closing at 3 pm (this includes the drive up) Insurance Agency, Inc. 40 rooms/suites, indoor pool & spa, continental (this up) Tuesday, Jan. 1 - New Year’s Day - Closed Tuesday, Dec. 25 -includes Christmasthe Daydrive - Closed 313 S. Elm St., Suite 2, Rushford, MN breakfast served daily, conference space available.

507.864.2557 • 888-378-2896 Monday, 31Year’s - New Year’s - Closing at 3 pm Tuesday, 507-765-2533 Jan. 1 - Dec. New Day• www.countrytrailsinn.com -Eve Closed (this includes the drive up) Tuesday, Jan. 1 - New Year’s Day - Closed

507-743-2204 Toll Free 1-877-457-5977

111 N Main St Canton MN 507-743-2204 111 N Main St Canton MN Toll Free 1-877-457-5977

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THE CREAMERY

407 S. Mill Street • Rushford, MN • (507) 864-7214 • www.thecreamery.com

NORDIC LANES 407 S. Mill Street • Rushford, MN • (507) 864-7799

Hwy 52, Preston, MN 507- 765-4486 (9am-6pm)

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Timothy McLaughlin tim@majortax.com Phone: 507-765-4432

Ronald Schreier ron@majortax.com Phone: 507-765-4444

Spring Valley Greenhouse & Floral

LLC 507-346-7440 RegulaR HouRs: 9am-5pm 720 N. Broadway • spring Valley, mN

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Napa auto parts

811 Hwy. 52 North, Preston, MN • 507-765-2565

PRESTON LIQUOR, LLC

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Fountain, MN (507)259-5568

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PRESTON • 765-9956

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