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Local communities come together to adopt Texas classroom devastated by hurricane By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

After learning about the devastation that Hurricane Harvey had inflicted on Texas, Preston native Tracy Raaen knew she had to do something. “I’m a teacher, and I’ve seen how many kids this has affected. This is something I’m very passionate about,” Raaen said. Raaen got some direction for how to help when she came across the Sun, Sand, & Second Grade Facebook page. The owner of the page and the blog it belongs to had set up an “Adopt a Classroom” project and was matching potential donors with classrooms that had been devastated by the hurricane. Raaen filled out the form requesting a classroom and was sent the information for the teacher of a first grade class in Richmond, Texas. After the flood waters receded,

the school still had eight inches of water left in it. The teachers and administration were left to scramble to find safe places where the classes could meet when they resumed. The teacher of the first grade class sent Raaen a list of the immediate needs of her classroom, and Raaen got to work. On Labor Day weekend, she created an event for the project on Facebook, and it took off faster than she could have ever imagined. “Everything just fell into place,” volunteer and teacher MaryBeth Ostrom commented. Volunteer Carol Solberg asked her network of friends on social media if anyone knew of a truck that would be heading to Texas and was given Matt Schmitz’s name. She messaged him and the details seemed to fall into place. Someone even See HURRICANE Page 2 

Left to right, Tori Raaen, Carol Solberg, Tracy Raaen, Kristin, Jacob, and Sam Aselson; and MaryBeth and Graysen Ostrom are just some of the volunteers working on the Adopt a Classroom project. Photo by Hannah Wingert

Mabel continues to take action against property owners By A nnie Lewis annie@fillmorecountyjournal.com

tion and spray foam on the walls. The council approved the expenditure. Mierau plans to contact Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. of Nebraska to start work on the culvert drainage project for Melby Drive. This company was the lowest bid at $37,983 to install an 18” steel casing under the road and drainage across the road. Mierau said See PROPERTY Page 13 

By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Fountain City Council has reached a decision on future policing needs. At the Wednesday, September 6 council meeting, the council unanimously voted to contract with the City of Preston Police Department. Current Fountain Police Chief Tom Mosher is retiring from his post September 29 after 20 years of serving the city. The city had debated through-

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out the summer whether or not to contract with Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department or find an alternate option after the decision to not continue with its own city department was made. City representatives had met with both Fillmore County Sheriff Tom Kaase and Preston Police Chief Matt Schulz to discuss potential contract terms. “I don’t know what we’re waiting for,” said Councilor Chad See POLICING Page 11 

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Two property owners remain in violation under the “nuisance” ordinance for failing to clean up their residences. Darrell Peterson and Matt Bankes have been given repeated warnings and deadlines. The final clean-up deadline is September 20. Upon inspection on that date, if these property owners have not complied, the City

of Mabel will proceed with criminal citations and/or civil proceedings. In other business, Public Works Director Bob Mierau requested funding for insulating the shed used to store city equipment. It was built last year, but was not insulated at that time. Mierau obtained a bid from Tollefson Construction for the insulation project. The bid was $7,768.75 and includes 14” ceiling insula-

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gave him a $1,000 gas voucher to cover the cost of gas. Harmony Chiropractic, KFIL Radio in Preston, The Granary in Lanesboro, Shooters in Wykoff along with Chatfield resident April McBroom, and Fountain resident Geri Shmeckpeper-Hanson all opened their homes and businesses as donation drop-off points. A teacher at Fillmore Central herself, Ostrom happened to see a video post from Instagram influencer and YouTuber Collin Kartchner sharing how he and his wife were using the power of social media to help people

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affected by Hurricane Harvey. She shared his story on her social media accounts and tagged him in it. What happened next completely blew her away. Kartchner reached out to Ostrom and asked how he could help with the first grade class that had been adopted, mentioning that he would be more than happy to share an Amazon wishlist if she had one. She loved the idea and immediately set one up and, taking it a step farther than the list that the teacher had sent out, added teacher resources, and a wide variety of things which she knew that many teachers end up purchasing for their classrooms out of their own pockets. Ostrom shared the Amazon wishlist in the

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Facebook event that Raaen had set up for the project, Helping Hands and Making a Difference, and Kartchner shared it with his followers as well. Kartchner even took the time to call Raaen and Ostrom himself to talk about the project and how he could help them with it. Within just a few hours, everything on the list had been purchased and Ostrom had to add more products because so many people still wanted to help by donating something on the list. In two days time, $1,200 worth of classroom supplies had been purchased on Amazon and were being sent to Ostrom’s home to be added to the growing number of supplies that were being donated

at the local drop-offs as well. “This is what social media should be used for,” Ostrom pointed out. In total, six towns in Fillmore County have pitched in to help supply the adopted first grade class from Richmond, Tex., with everything they need to start school up again. “This could not have been possible without the communities’ support.” Raaen pointed out. “All the puzzle pieces just fell into place.” While the first truck has left with supplies, Raaen and her helpers are actively working to set up an agreement with another one as donations keep rolling in. The project has been eye-open-

ing and revealed the true hearts of those who live in Preston and the surrounding communities. Many local children have even joined in with helping to collect donations. “Our job is to demonstrate to our kids what giving is all about,” Raaen said, adding that her own kids have been working hard to pack boxes and organize the donations. In addition to the classroom supplies, Raaen is encouraging kids to write letters and draw pictures to the children in the Richmond first grade class which will be sent with the donations. Visit the “Helping Hands and Making a Difference” Facebook page to learn more about the project and how you can help.

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C ommentary Devil’s Advocate…Vantage Point Pt. 2: Home By Aaron Bishop Harmony, MN The Voyager 1 spacecraft is humankind’s farthest flung object in the cosmos. A b o a r d the TitanCentaur rocket, Voyager 1 was launched from Cape Canaveral, Aaron Bishop Florida on September 5, 1977. Its mission: to extend NASA’s, and humankind’s, exploration of our solar system beyond the outer planets. Earlier this year, Voyager 1 ventured beyond the solar system, more than 138 AUs (Astronomical Unit is a measurement of distance from the Earth to the Sun), or 12.8 billion miles. However, one of the most profound messages that was ever sent from the spacecraft was in the form of an image. An image of us. On Valentine’s Day, 1990, astronomer Carl Sagan had a request for the operators of Voyager 1. Due to the vast distance between Earth and Voyager 1, the attempt to maneuver the probe was risky. The goal? To take Earth’s portrait from 3.8 billion miles away. It worked. After the images that comprise the Earth were completed, the camera of Voyager 1 was turned off forever. We were the subject of the last photo ever taken from what is now the most distant human made object in space. I encourage you to find an image of what is now called The Pale Blue Dot. Earth was illuminated by a ray of sunEditorial Cartoon

light whose particles, called photons, have since travelled 40 lightyears from when the image was taken. From that distant vantage point, humanity could be found in a light blue pixel, surrounded by the great dark of space. The immensity of space and time are beyond adequate description. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Voyager 1, I will end with a quotation by the late Carl Sagan, a true pioneer in astronomy. It is my hope that we can all see each other as neighbors, surviving and succeeding together by working with one another. No matter what the distance is between us in either time or space, if we work side by side, we will overcome any obstacle. Cheers. “Look again at that dot. That’s here. That’s home. That’s us. On it everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever was, lived out their lives. The aggregate of our joy and suffering, thousands of confident religions, ideologies, and economic doctrines, every hunter and forager, every hero and coward, every creator and destroyer of civilization, every king and peasant, every young couple in love, every mother and father, hopeful child, inventor and explorer, every teacher of morals, every corrupt politician, every “superstar,” every “supreme leader,” every saint and sinner in the history of our species lived there—on a mote of dust suspended in a sunbeam

The Earth is a very small stage in a vast cosmic arena. Think of the rivers of blood spilled by all those generals and emperors so that, in glory and triumph, they could become the momentary masters of a fraction of a dot. Think of the endless cruelties visited by the inhabitants of one corner of this pixel on the scarcely distinguishable inhabitants of some other corner, how frequent their misunderstandings, how eager they are to kill one another, how fervent their hatreds. Out posturings, our imagined self-importance, the delusion that we have some privileged position in the Universe, are challenged by this point of pale light. Our planet is a lonely speck in the great enveloping cosmic dark. In our obscurity, in all this vastness, there is no hint that help will come from elsewhere to save us from ourselves. The Earth is the only world known so far to harbor life. There is nowhere else, at least in the near future, to which our species could migrate. Visit, yes. Settle, not yet. Like it or not, for the moment the Earth is where we make our stand. It has been said that astronomy is a humbling and character building experience. There is perhaps no better demonstration of the folly of human conceits than this distant image of our tiny world. To me, it underscores our responsibility to deal more kindly with one another, and to preserve and cherish the pale blue dot, the only home we’ve ever known.” ~Carl Sagan, Pale Blue Dot, 1994

Letter about Gratitude for follow-up... To the Editor, I’ve never written to a newspaper before, however I feel this is important enough to say. I work at a Preston convenience store, with myself and a full-time baker in the kitchen on night shift. Wednesday, September 13, my colleague complained of not feeling well. I notified my manager and wheels started to turn for the manager to come in to replace my friend and colleague. During this time things quickly digressed. My co-worker lost conciousness and had obvious difficulty breathing. I called 911 and started CPR, as he’d stopped breathing. My manager arrived and together we carried out CPR. Preston emergency response and other support showed up in a timely manner; I sure was relieved to see them. A quick exchange of information was made. I was so impressed with our Preston emergency response team; professional, efficient, and precise. I’ve been a nurse for nearly 20 years and can honestly say everything that could be done for my friend was done. Unfortunately, he passed into God’s hands. Casey’s store management came to my home to inform me of the outcome. I so appreciated their support and sincere consideration. I also received a phone call from Ryan Throckmorton, of Preston Ambulance, asking me how I was doing and a few words of appreciation for starting early CPR. Ryan acknowledged that it may feel that the team comes in and things move quickly, leaving one standing there after the ambulance leaves, thinking, “what just happened”? That was exactly how I felt. Thank you Ryan, for your follow-up and kind words. It is this that helps the traumatized put some feeling of being understood in memory of the event. Thank’s to Casey’s management and our wonderful emergency response team. My heartfelt best wishes to all of Brent’s loved ones. Most sincerely, Bee Witt Preston, MN

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Government this week Monday, September 18 • Rushford-Peterson School Board, Forum Room, 5:30 p.m. • Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m. • Kingsland School Board, Choir Room, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 19 • Mabel-Canton School Board, Media Center, 7 p.m. •Rushford Village City Council, Village Hall, 7 p.m. Thursday, September 21 • Houston School Board, High School Library, 6 p.m. • Lanesboro School Board, Elementary Library, 7 p.m. • Fillmore County Planning & Zoning Commission, Courthouse, 7 p.m. Monday, September 25 • Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Schedule subject to change.

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Obituaries Brent L. Daugherty Brent L. Daugherty, age 54, of Preston, Minn., died September 13, 2017, in Preston. Memorial services were held 1 p.m., Friday, September 15, 2017, at HindtH u d e k Funeral Brent Home 157 Daugherty Fillmore St. Preston, Minn., with Pastor Dan Bredberg officiating. Burial took place at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minn. Visitation was from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Brent was born January 7, 1963, son of Charles E. and Marie (Koperski) Daugherty in Rochester, Minn. He enlisted in and was honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps. Brent worked at Root River Hardwoods in Preston, Kwik Trip and Dollar General in Spring Valley, and most currently at Casey’s General Store in Preston. Brent enjoyed cooking and baking. He was known to share his sweet treats with his family around the holidays. Brent is survived by his father, Charles “Chuck” Daugherty of Fountain, Minn.; brothers Brian (Deanna) Daugherty of Balch Springs, Tex., and Barry (Kris) Daugherty of Fountain, Minn.; sister-in-law Leann Daugherty of Rochester, Minn.; stepbrother Todd (Jessica) Stailey of Chatfield, Minn.; stepsister Terri (Scott Fingerson) Allen of Fountain, Minn.; and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother Marie Daugherty, brother Craig Daugherty, and stepmother Charlotte Daugherty. Clifford E. Davis Memorial service for Clifford Davis were held 11 a.m. Friday, S e pt e mb e r 15, 2017, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Clifford Davis

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Valley, with Rev Betsy Dartt officiating. Burial took place in the church cemetery. Visitation was held 5-7 p.m. Thursday, September 14, 2017, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley and continued for one hour prior to the service at the church. Clifford E. Davis, age 92, of Ostrander, Minn., died Monday September 11, 2017, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home in Austin. He was born February 11, 1925, in Moravia, Iowa, to Harvey “Clell” and Veta (Hiatt) Davis. He attended and graduated from Fillmore County Schools in 1939 and joined the United States Army in 1944. He was discharged in 1947, earning the World War II Victory Medal and European, African and Middle Eastern Theater Medal. Following his discharge he started farming in the Ostrander area in 1948, where he farmed until his retirement in 1991. Cliff was united in marriage to Georgine Thorson in Spring Valley, Minn., on February 16, 1946. He enjoyed collecting antique tools, fishing, and making lefse with his grandchildren. He served on the Ostrander Co-Op Board for 10 years and the Bennington Township Board for 19 years. Cliff was proud of the time he spent in the military. He was very active in the Ostrander American Legion serving as its commander. He was also honored to be a part of an Honor Flight in 2010. He is survived by his wife Georgine of Austin, Minn., eight children: Sandra (David) Vreeman of Spring Valley, Minn., Sharon (Tom) Benge of Rolfe, Iowa, Curt (Vickie) Davis of Bernice, Okla., Pam (Tom) Bye of LeRoy, Minn., Pat Hovde of LeRoy, Minn., Brian (Pam) Davis of Spring Valley, Minn., Sheila (Tim) Meirick of Kasson, Minn., and Brad (Brenda) Davis of Ostrander, Minn.; 25 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, one sister, Maxine (Robert) Jahn of Spring Valley, Minn.; and a sister-in-law, Carolyn Davis of Rochester, Minn. He was preceded in death by his parents, his grandchildren, Nathan Vreeman and Cheryl Davis; brothers Robert Davis and Rolland “Speed” Davis; and sons-in-law Doug Ferguson and Jim Hovde. Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Fillmore County Church Directory Bible Baptist Church...............…..........……….......Sundays - 10 : 00am Lanesboro Community Center (lower level), 202 Parkway Ave. S., Lanesboro, MN

Canton/Scotland Presbyterian Church .........……...Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260

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

John Moore John Moore, 63, of Preston, Minn., died surrounded by his family on September 6, 2017, from cancer. J o h n was born on March 6, 1954, in H a r m o n y, Minn., to Elizabeth ( L o n g ) and Elbert John Moore Moore. He graduated from Harmony High School in 1972. There was nothing John liked more than figuring out how to fix problems and decided to become an electrician. He worked for several different electrical contractors and received his Masters Electrician License in 1986 before starting his own business in 1988. While running his business he traveled to Nicaragua and donated his time and services to wire hospitals. In 1979 he married Mary Blaschke of LaCrosse, Wis. Together they had two daughters and moved to the farm in Preston. They later divorced, but still maintained a close relationship. Some of John’s favorite activities included reminiscing with friends, driving his convertible, working, boating on the Mississippi, and being “Papa John” to his grandchildren. He will be most remembered by his friends and family for his loyalty, his storytelling and his willingness to help out a friend. He is survived by Mary Moore, his daughters Jennifer Moore and Gayle (Nick) Ikert, and his grandchildren Caiden, Charlotte and Chase, all of Onalaska, Wis.; his “Mom” Donna Mandelko and “family” Steve and Nathan Mandelko, Joan Wissing, Jean Nagel and close friends Kyle Langum and Scott Ristau. He is further survived by his sisters Dorothy, Virginia, Lois and Linda, and his aunt Florence as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother Alyce Moore, his “Dad” Delbert Mandelko, and “Son” Justin Mandelko. A celebration of life gathering was held on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 2-6 p.m. at 15673 241st Ave., Preston, Minn. All were welcome to share stories and memories of John. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred. John’s final resting place is in St. Matthew’s Cemetery in Harmony, Minn. The family wishes to say a special Thank You to Deb Dols for everything she did for John and his family. Online condolences may be left at www. blaschkeschneider.com.

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An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Muriel C. Kulsrud Muriel C. Kulsrud, 93, of Chatfield, Minn., died on September 14, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Hospital - St. Marys Campus in Rochester. She was born July 11, 1924, in L a nesboro, Minn., to C h r i s t i a n Muriel Kulsrud and Clara (Dammen) Evenson. She attended and graduated from Lanesboro High School. She worked at Hank’s Cafe and Keller’s Grocery prior to her marriage to Virgil Kulsrud on June 20, 1950. They resided in Lanesboro until 1960 when they moved to a farm in rural Preston, where they lived until 1993 when they moved to Preston. Muriel was a homemaker and was active in her church as a Sunday School teacher and superintendent; she held offices in WELCA. She enjoyed reading and watching TV. She is survived by two daughters, Jeanette (Danny) Serfling of Preston and Virginia Kulsrud of Rochester; three grandsons: Steven (Stacey) Serfling of Sioux Falls, S. Dak., Scott (Kate) Serfling and Adam (Angie) Serfling of Preston; four great-grandchildren: Riley and Cody Serfling of Preston, Sophia and Sadie

Serfling of Sioux Falls, S. Dak.; three sisters-in-law: Kathleen Barry and Helen Klingsporn of Rochester and Julie Kulsrud of rural Lanesboro; brother-in-law Ronald Gilsdorf of Alamogordo, N. Mex., and numerous nieces and nephews. Muriel is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Virgil; her parents, and brothers Archie and Kenneth Evenson. The family would like to thank the staff of Chosen Valley Care Center for the loving care shown to Muriel during her stay there. We would also like to thank the staff on Mary Brigh 7E and Joseph 3G for their compassionate care. A funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at Union Prairie Lutheran Church, with Pastor Dean Safe officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Committal service will follow at the Union Prairie Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, or the Union Prairie Lutheran Church and Cemetery in Rural Lanesboro. Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory of Muriel with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com.

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Monday, September 18, 2017

Rushford digs into proposed budget and levy

The Rushford City Council discussed the proposed 2018 budget at the September 11 meeting. Pictured, clockwise beginning at left, are City Adminstrator Tony Chladek, Councilor Vern Bunke, Mayor Chris Hallum, Councilors Terri Benson and Jim O’Donnell, and City Clerk Kathy Zacher. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner

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financial information and figures from City Clerk/Treasurer Kathy Zacher, but acknowledged that there were some incidental figures he could not account for. “What I was attempting to do here, was to figure out the total cost of labor for the city based on expenses,” began Bunke. “I’m trying to get a grasp or handle on total labor expense for the city. I wanted to share it with the council so you understood why I was speaking as I was at the last meeting and why I voted against it.” At the August 28, nearly hour and a half, closed meeting, Bunke voted against the tentative labor agreement. “It won’t take long and our labor is going to force levy increases every year,” Bunke cautioned. “I’m not saying that staff isn’t doing a good job; they are. Still, it doesn’t explain how in the world we’re going to handle it. We have to be making as smart management decisions as we can and not let it get out of control.” Bunke has long been a vocal advocate for “belt tightening” of budgets. City Administrator Tony Chladek acknowledged that personnel costs go up, but tried to focus the council on the information discusses at the August 28 meeting, including costs and value-added savings. “The important thing is to compare what we had talked about and what we’re proposing here. It’s all there and I’ll stand behind it,” he stated. Councilor Terri Benson questioned whether or not there was 110 St. Anthony St S

By Kirsten Zoellner As it is September, municipalities in the county are all tightening down their proposed budgets and setting their maximum levies. At the Rushford Council meeting, Monday, September 11, the case was no different, as the council reviewed the proposed changes. Prior to budget and levy talk, the council voted to approve labor contract agreements. The agreements were recently negotiated with both the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1944 and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 160 for a threeyear term beginning January 1. Highlights of the agreement include an increase in wage grid of 3% annually and a $50 per month increase in Cafeteria Plan benefits. Additionally, it adjusts on-call rate of pay for Public Works and the Police Department, as well as revising termination language in Supervisory Units. The council also approved terms, cafeteria, and general wage increases for all non-union fulltime employees to be at the same rate of pay as full-time bargaining unit employees. Councilor Vern Bunke was the lone dissenting vote in the motions to approve the changes. Bunke provided to the council and city staff a spreadsheet highlighting his estimations of city labor costs for the next three years. He indicated he’d gone through the most recent city audit after collecting

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a percentage of wages to budgets hat a municipality looks for. “We’re not making a product; we’re servicing a community,” she noted. The city is currently looking at a $938,000 proposed 2018 budget. This would represent a 8.19% increase, $71,000 in value, over the 2017 figure. “The jump is really in bond levy,” explained Zacher. Last year, the city was working to rebuild general reserve fund, per a Standard & Poor’s rating recommendation. With that goal accomplished, the city will now focus more intently on debt service. Per projections, debt service would see a 29% budget increase over 2017 numbers. However, operating expenses look to be reduced 20.81% for a net of 8.19%. The small increase in Local Government Aid provided to the city by the state will be directed to the Capital Projects Fund. Zacher noted that the increase is not necessarily the same percentage change on individual taxes. Those figures will come out with proposed tax statements from the county later this year. Additional revenues have been added to the city tax rolls in 2017 which will counter the impact on individual taxes. It was also noted by Councilors Terri Benson and Jim O’Donnell that rising market value may throw tax adjustments and skew numbers. This increase would be the third for the city in the last three years. All three years have seen a change of less than 10%. Prior to that, the levy was held flat for five years. The council will certify maximum levy at the September 25 council meeting. In other news, the city received an update from Fire Chief Paul Corcoran regarding fire contract renewals for area townships and for two cities, Rushford Village and Peterson, contracting for fire services. The new .0165 mill rate changes will take effect with the two-year contract for 2018 and 2019. The department will be hosting a number of community activities September 23 as part of the Taste of the Trail events scheduled for Rushford, Rushford Village, and Houston. The department, along with the ambulance service, will be holding an open house from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the fire hall; 401 South Elm Street. Later in the day, a free car seat clinic will also be held. The day’s events are highlighted at rootrivertrail.org. The Bluff Land Triathlon was also discussed by the council and is slated to be Saturday, October 14, starting at Creekside Park. The 3.1-mile run, 13.4-mile bike, and 1.8-mile hike on the city’s Magelssen Bluff can be done separately or as one triathlon event by individuals or families (up to six participants). The event is organized by the Foundation for Rushford-Peterson Schools. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, September 25, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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County proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month By Karen Reisner Sarah Monroe, Fillmore County Victim Services, Kari Berg, Corrections Services, and Anne Detlefsen, Family Services, asked commissioners to proclaim October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month at the board’s September 12 meeting. Events planned to bring attention to domestic violence include “Soup for the Soul” to be held October 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the courthouse conference room 102U. A presentation “The Mask You Live In” to be held October 10 in the courthouse conference room will be a discussion on harmful masculinity. A third event “Impact of DV (Domestic Violence) on Children,” will be held in the courthouse conference room on October 24 and will feature video clips and a discussion on how DV affects children. People are asked to wear purple on October 17 as a way to tell others why ending DV is important to you. There will be a display “Remember My Name” on glass windows in the courthouse in remembrance of the 21 Minnesotans who lost their lives to DV in 2016. Detlefsen brought attention to the 2016 Femicide Report which is published annually in March by the Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women. It details lives lost from DV in Minnesota since 1989. It gives an overview of the homicides and tells each victim’s story that died in 2016. It discusses behaviors associated with DV. Domestic violence has an impact on all members of a family. Interim Auditor/Treasurer Carrie Huffman has requested to step down as interim Auditor/ Treasurer and return to her previous position in the department. The board accepted her resignation from the interim position effective in about 30 days, She will then return to her previous position. The Personnel Committee recommended the county coordinator take on leadership of the department until a new A/T is elected and sworn in after the November 2018 election. County coordinator Bobbie Vickerman was designated as acting A/T when she gets signature authorization from the state. At that time Huffman can step down. Vickerman said she will take no pay increase or a stipend. Commissioner Duane Bakke

noted the coordinator is already very involved in budget management. He added he wanted her to concentrate on her office and A/T and less on Community Services to lighten her load. Vickerman said Social Services Manager Kevin Olson, Director of Nursing Jessica Erickson, and Veteran Services Officer Jason Marquardt are in a good place. Commissioner Mitch Lentz said he looks at the county coordinator as an extension of the board, noting she has been utilized in several areas when needed. Jail food service The Sheriff’s office has been working on establishing a local food service provider for the jail to satisfy Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC)requirements. Sheriff Tom Kaase presented a potential food service contract with B & B Olympic Bowl to provide meals in accordance with the DOC. It will cost the county $12 per inmate per day, which is about $2 more than the cost when the jail was providing meals. A total of $65,700 will be budgeted in 2018 for inmate meals based on an average of 15 inmates for 365 days. This is an increase of $8,200 over the 2016 and 2017 budget. A motion to move forward with the contract with B & B Olympic Bowl was approved. Other business in brief • At the next board meeting on September 26, the preliminary 2018 levy will need to be approved. The most recent budget numbers pointed to a levy increase of 7.12%. Chairman Randy Dahl said he would like to see it closer to a 5% increase as did commissioner Marc Prestby. Lentz felt they should maintain a cushion. Bakke and Vickerman pointed to savings that could reduce it close to that level. • A proposal to purchase sit/stand work stations in the amount of $7,578 from Beckley’s Office Products with funds from the 2017 Southeast Cooperative Wellness grant money was approved. Vickerman noted there have been more requests for sit/stands. A lot are in use now, a number of people like them. • The resignation of Rebecca Berg, Case Aide, effective September 15 was accepted with thanks. • Christina Bothun was hired as a replacement social worker effective April 1, 2018.

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Monday, September 18, 2017

Whalan Council to hold a public hearing

The Whalan City Council met on September 11, 2017, at the Whalan Town Hall. Shown are council members, left to right, Owen Lewis, Kim Berekvam, Everett Johnson, Mayor Tuftin, and Wyatt Berekvam. Photo by Barb Jeffers By Barb Jeffers After a discussion at the September council meeting whether to replace all of the bulbs in the city of Whalan’s streetlights to LED bulbs at one time or to replace a few at a time due to the high cost of replacement, the city council of Whalan has decided to hold a public hearing on the matter, which will be held at 4:30 p.m. on October 9, 2017 just prior to the regular monthly council meeting at the Whalan City Hall. All council members were present at the regularly scheduled September council meeting held September 11, 2017, along with City Clerk Lolly Melander. The minutes from the August 14, 2017 were read by Melander. With no requested additions or corrections a motion was made by Everett Johnson, second by Wyatt Berekvam, to accept the minutes as read. Motion carried.

The Treasurer’s Report was read by Melander. No additions or corrections were requested. Motion by Owen Lewis, second by Kim Berekvam, to accept the treasurer’s report and bills due as read. Motion carried. Visitor comments Char Johnson with the Taste of the Trail Committee gave a report to the council on Whalan’s participation in Taste of the Trail held on September 9, 2017. Johnson stated Whalan’s Taste of the Trail event was “very successful,” saying they served approximately 2,000 food samples. Those volunteering their time heard many good compliments about the event. “I think everyone enjoyed a beautiful day and were left with a very positive feeling about the city of Whalan,” stated Johnson. Johnson suggested that as Wes and Judy Harding “do an awful lot for the city” and are “so willing to help - always” and due to

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the fact that Wes was the head of the Taste of the Trail event in Whalan that it would be nice if the city would send them a thank you card. The council wholeheartedly agreed. Melander will send a thank you to the Hardings in appreciation of their hard work for the city. Old Business Lewis and Johnson gave a report on street repairs. All of the work has been completed as planned. Mayor Marlys Tuftin gave a report on the town hall door. She spoke with the carpenter, Randy Berekvam, who stated that the new front door has been ordered. The new door will be a steel door instead of a fiberglass door which is currently in place. The door will need to be painted once it is installed. Berekvam will also take a look at the back door which has been leaking and has caused water damage to the carpet. Berekvam offered to pay $50 for the front door currently in place on the town hall if the city had no use for it. The payment would be taken off the labor costs to install the new door. Motion by K. Berekvam, second by Lewis, to accept the offer which would lower the cost of installation. Motion carried. Melander gave an update on the emergency siren which has not been operational recently. Kevin Beck, Emergency Management Director, contacted Melander explaining that box elder bugs had caused a short which made the siren inoperable. Although the siren had been sealed, the seal cracked, which allowed the bugs to get in. Ancom Communications of Rochester, the company which services the siren, has billed the city a service fee of $195 for fixing the siren and re-sealing it. The council feels that the city should not be billed for this service as it was Ancom’s seal that cracked leading to the siren not working. Melander will contact Ancom to voice the council’s concerns. The second application of dust control has not been done. The council feels there is no need for a second application as the dust is not a problem at this time. Melander will contact Chuck’s Feed & Grain of Peterson, Minn., to cancel the second application for this year. New Business Whalan Lutheran Church has donated $298.23 from the softball tournament proceeds to the city. Motion by Lewis, second by Johnson, to have Melander complete a city compliance tour with a Fillmore County deputy. Motion carried. The date will be determined by the deputy and Melander. Tuftin brought up the subject of very poor or no cell phone service in Whalan. In cases of accidents on the river or other emergencies, the use of cell phones can be vital to contact emergency responders. Tuftin contacted the League of Minnesota Cities and

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was informed that “in order to get a tower we would have to contact our government officials,” she explained to the council. K. Berekvam agreed with Tuftin, saying that recently she and others had helped rescue a family of four who had tipped their canoes over by a nearby bridge. “They couldn’t get any service and they didn’t know the area, they didn’t know where they were, where to go or what to do,” adding, “thankfully we didn’t need an ambulance” for them, stated Berekvam, but “if we had a cell phone tower here...it definitely would be an asset,” she said. “It would be good for the residents as well,” stated Tuftin. “It would be a good idea to talk

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to our legislators,” stated Tuftin. The council also noted that the city owns property up on top of the hill near the softball field that would be the perfect spot for a cell phone tower. The council members will look into the possibilities and report any findings at the next regularly scheduled monthly council meeting. Motion by Johnson, second by Lewis, to approved the proposed 2018 tax levy. Motion carried. Motion by W. Berekvam, second by Johnson, to adjourn. Motion carried. The next regularly scheduled Whalan City Council meeting will be held on October 9, 2017, at 5 p.m., following the public hearing.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, September 18, 2017

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Fillmore County Sports By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com Grand Meadow entered a week two contest with Houston having won 51 games in a row. The streak The Trende started Report Oct 11, 2 0 1 3 . The Lark’s last loss o c c u r re d on Oct. 4 and 5 of 2013. Due to a Friday Paul Trende postponem e n t , Niko Anderson led Lanesboro past GM on Saturday 47-36. The Larks went on to win the 9-Man title. They followed it up with three straight perfect seasons, three more titles to run the championship streak to four. Nine-man’s biggest dog lately procured the #1 ranking to start 2017. Houston, meanwhile, had a good season last year (7-3), but fell to GM twice, 56-26 and 49-22. The Hurricanes entered week two not receiving one vote in the polls. They’d dropped ten straight to GM, dating back to 2009, the year after Houston won the 9-man state title. That streak is over. GM’s streak is over. In all likelihood, team double-H is headed to the top 10. Coached by a Lanesboro

grad, Cody Hungerholt, and with Houston and Hurricanes huge in the news, team doubleH wrote their own big story. The teams exchanged first half scores. Hurricane QB Jaytin Millen scored on a 10-yard run in the first. GM’s Josh Graves hit Chance Hammermeister on a 16-yard TD pass in the second. Two conversions resulted in an 8-8 halftime score. GM went ahead in the final seconds of the third on a Zach Myhre 5-yard run. Graves to Hammermeister for two made it 16-8. Millen hit James Hongerholt on a 24-yard TD strike, on 4th and seven no less, early in the fourth. Brady Happel’s two-point run tied the game 16-16 (8:52). Hongerholt then authored an interception. Millen subsequently scored from one yard out to make it 22-16 Hurricanes (5:51). After a defensive stop, with under two left, Happel absolutely iced things with a 16-yard TD run (Joey Fishel two-point run). Posting probably the program’s biggest win since the 2008 state title, outscoring GM 22-0 in the fourth, Houston gets double kudos for a 30-16 victory. They did so mostly on the ground, and in team fashion. Fishel (1771 rushing), Happel (11-66, TD), Zach Schneider (12-63), and Millen (14-53, 2 TDs, 3-5, 70 yards, TD passing)

combined for over 250 yards rushing. Myhre, the Larks lead runner, was generally held in check (27-125, TD rushing). Houston out-gained GM 319 to 278. Turnovers loomed large. Houston (2-0) won that battle 4 to 1. Hongerholt had two interceptions, Millen one. Schneider and Cody Carpenter each had double-digit tackles for the ‘Canes. The addition of Houston (2-0) to the mix makes the Southeast-East and 9-man Section 1 races very interesting.

#1 R-P Pitches Second Shut-out

The first state football rankings are out. Last year’s Class A runner-up Rushford-Peterson earned the top honor, as defending state champion Minneapolis-North moved up to Class AA. The Trojans safeguarded their ranking versus Southland in week two. A Landon Skalet to Jake Paulson 24-yard TD reception capped a 90-yard drive and represented the only score of the first half. R-P led 6-0 at halftime, having amassed 113 passing yards, 35 rushing yards. In the second half, they got back to running basics. The Trojans took the kickoff and went 65 yards in nine rushing plays. Ethan Sense capped the drive with a 10-yard TD run. With conversion, R-P went ahead 14-0. The defense was basically impenetrable. The Rebels ran 12 second half offensive plays. They fumbled twice and went three-and-out three times, netting a total of 16 yards, 100 for the game. Sense (1 yard) and Triton Meldahl (16 yards) added fourth quarter TD runs. R-P pitched a second straight shut-out, 28-0. Sense, a 5’7” 160-pound junior, was the workhorse for a second straight week (21-102, 2 TDs rushing). Skalet (9-15, 112 yards, TD, 2 INTs passing), Paulson (3-65, TD receiving, FF, FR), Ethan Hermanson (9-49 rushing), Meldahl (5-42, TD rushing), and Dawson Dahl (4-38 receiving, interception) helped out. Davin Thompson’s crew moves to 2-0 in the MSE-East.

#10 Gophers Move to 2-0

Kingsland’s Lauren Buchholtz posted the volleyball feats of the week, slamming down 27 kills and scoring 7 aces in 12 serves in a Knight 3-1 win over La Crescent. Photo by Paul Trende

Chatfield found themselves ranked #10 in Class AA entering a week two match-up at Cannon Falls. They defended their position with a lot of Kyle Nosbisch and a lot of defense. Nosbisch, a 5’11” 180-pound senior, barreled forward time and time again for a 38-carrry, 151-yard night. He scored on a 1-yard second quarter plunge, the first half ’s only score. Chatfield’s defense recovered three fumbles and had two interceptions. Nosbisch forced a fumble that Lincoln Salisbury

recovered in the end zone for a 0-yard TD in the third. After an Isaiah Froese fumble recovery, Carson Larrabee scored on a 4-yard TD run. Chatfield posted the first 20 points of the game. The Bombers only score was a 6-yard Logan Hofstedt TD run, which came as a result of a short field following an interception. Ignoring the final two meaningless long gains of the game, Chatfield defended 43 Bomber run plays to a grand total of 119 yards (2.8 yard average). For a second straight week, the Gophers won the turnover battle 5-to-2. Jeff Johnson’s crew moved to 2-0 courtesy of a 20-6 win.

FC Volleyball Gets Big Early Win

A year ago, the Three Rivers volleyball race came down to Caledonia, PEM, and FC. The Falcons fell to the Warriors late. The league race wound up Warriors (12-0), Bulldogs (11-1), Falcons (10-2). All three teams figured to be in the hunt this year. PEM entered its match with FC having already lost to #3 in A Caledonia in five sets. And in one fell swoop, in just their second league match, the Bulldogs path to a TRC title became infinitely more difficult. The new-look Falcons posted a big 3-1 win (25-21, 20-25, 25-16, 25-21), avenging a 3-2 loss last season. Senior Cailey Rindels led the way with a team-highs in kills (14) and digs (20). Madison Scheevel had 29 assists and went 22-23 serving with four aces. Kaelyn Marzolf had 13 kills. Paige Donlinger and Kjerstiana Corson each added 16 digs. FC then handled Southland in straight sets (2514, 25-15, 25-10). Rindels (13 kills on .458 hitting, 11 digs), Marzolf (10 kills on .350

hitting), Scheevel (27 assists), and Donlinger (7 kills, 9 digs, 26-28 serving, 4 aces) led the way. FC and Caledonia are each out to 3-0 TRC starts. The Falcons are 5-3 overall.

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Brenden Kerns had 210 yards rushing and 4 TDs as M-C beat L-O 50-29 to improve to 1-0, 2-0. Cougar volleyball (#6 in Class A) stayed perfect with a pair of SEC wins, including downing SG (25-21, 25-23, 25-23) in an early battle for first place. Savannah Slafter had 25 kills over two matches hitting near .500. M-C (5-0, 12-0) leads the East over SG (4-1, 8-4). Kingsland’s Lauren Buchholtz had 27 kills and 7 aces as the Knights beat La Crescent. It’s (unofficially) the most kills for an FCJ covered school since Houston’s Kelly Jerviss had 29 in 2014. Abi Hinckley had 52 digs across two TRC matches for Chatfield. LFC’s girls cross country is ranked #11 in Class A. Lanesboro’s Connor Ruen forced a fumble and had 2 ½ sacks versus Randolph. He has three forced fumbles and 3 ½ sacks in two games. FC football (1-1) started the year ranked #8, but lost 18-12 at BP.

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M-C 50, L-O 29 (MC: B. Kerns 18-210, 4 TDs rushing; Ryan Kuhn 14-119, TD rushing; Drew Wyffels 2-53, TD rushing, 70-yard INT return TD. Leading 20-13 in third quarter, MC scored 30 unanswered points) #8 FC 12, BP 18 (FC: Logan Corson 7-18, 84 yards, TD passing; Josh Peters 8-28, TD rushing, 2 INTs for 72 yards; Nate Haugerud 3-yard TD reception. Game was tied See SPORTS Page 11 

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12-12 with 2:09 left when BP’s Seth Peterson hit Payton Simon for a 25-yard TD pass on 2nd and 14. Rush yards: BP 161, FC 56. Pass yards: BP 226, FC 84. Total yards: BP 387, FC 150) Lanesboro 12, Randolph 50 (L: C. Ruen 2 ½ sacks, forced fumble, 17-yard TD reception from Carson Schwichtenberg; Brett Wangen 10-45, TD rushing; Andrew Luck 11-61 rushing. Burros are 0-1, 1-1) Kingsland 0, St. Clair 47 (K: Matthew Woods 14 total tackles, interception. Knights are 0-1, 0-2)

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#6 in Class A M-C 3, Houston 0 > 25-10, 25-13, 25-17 (MC: S. Slafter 9 kills, 8 digs; Lexi Thorson 10 digs; Hannah Snell 9 digs; Dakota Delaney 7 kills; Maddy Michels 6 kills, 19-20 serving, 5 aces; Payton Danielson 6 kills, 7 digs; Kenidi McCabe 29 assists. H: Amber Chapel 4 kills, 3 blocks; Becca Lee 7 digs; Ariel Scanlan 9 assists) La Crescent 1, Kingsland 3 > 22-25, 25-9, 25-15, 25-18 (K: L. Buchholtz 27 kills, 11-12 serving, 7 aces, 3 blocks; Ellie Buchholtz 41 assists; Kori Kruegel 11 kills; Taylor Zimmerman 11 digs; Nora Jahn 6 blocks. Knights are 1-1, 5-5) Chatfield 1, Cotter 3 > 19-25, 19-25, 25-20, 23-25 (C: Belle Berg 11 kills, 28 digs; A. Hinckley 31 digs; Kielan LaPlante 11 kills; Grace Friederichs 27 assists, 14-14 serving; Mollie Henry 5 kills, 18-19 serving, 6 aces; Paige Erickson 8 kills) Lanesboro 0, SG 3 > 21-25, 13-25, 12-25 (L: Joelie Schreiber 5 kills, 4 blocks; Peighton Prestemon 7 digs, 3 aces) #6 M-C 3, SG 0 > 25-21, 25-23, 25-23 (MC: S. Slafter 16 kills, 8 digs; D. Delaney 11 kills; K. McCabe 38 assists, 14 digs; P. Danielson 9 kills. SG: Lauryn Bohr 22 kills. M-C serving: 4 aces, 10 errors) Chatfield 3, D-E 0 > 25-22, 25-12, 25-20 (C: K. LaPlante 15 kills; B. Berg 6 kills, 18 digs; G. Friederichs 27 assists, 12 digs; A. Hinckley 21 digs; M. Henry 9 kills; P. Erickson 7 kills. Gophers are 1-2, 2-6) RP 0, PEM 3 > 8-25, 21-25, 16-25 (RP: Olivia Hoff 15 digs. Trojans are 0-2, 4-6)

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Houston 0, GM 3 > 14-25, 15-25, 16-25 Apple Valley ‘Aerie’ Challenge (FC went 2-2, beating Virginia (29-27, 25-20) and Apple Valley (26-28, 25-18, 15-10), losing to St. Frances (26-24, 18-25, 9-15) and Mounds View (14-25, 18-25). Tourney leaders: K. Marzolf (19 kills), P. Donlinger (18 kills, 28 digs), C. Rindels (17 kills, 40 digs), M. Scheevel (54 assists, 29 digs, 32-33 serving, 4 aces), and K. Corson (36 digs)) Cotter Invite (Lanesboro beat Houston (25-14, 25-16) and lost to Cotter (16-25, 25-23, 12-15), Providence Academy (24-26, 25-15, 11-15), and Red Wing (22-25, 13-25). Burro tourney leaders: J. Schreiber (26 kills, 8 blocks), Alyssa Iverson (26 assists), P. Prestemon (19 digs). Burros are 0-4, 1-14. Houston beat Schaeffer Academy (25-23, 14-25, 16-14), lost to L-A (26-24, 16-25, 11-15, La Crescent (17-25, 25-11, 11-15), and Lanesboro. Hurricanes are 0-5, 1-8)

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Hayfield Invite (K-M (25) beat P-E-M (70) for boy’s title. Kingsland finished 11th (of 11). Wesley Dean (49th of 129) was the top Knight runner. Z-M/K-W (45) beat Byron (71) for girl’s title. Kingsland was incomplete (of 10 full teams). Zoe Scrabeck (40th (of 109) was the top Knight runner. Meet at the Oaks Golf Course) La Crescent ‘Crazy Buffalo’ Invite (La Crescent (39) beat Lake City (54) for boy’s title. LARP finished 8th (of 8 full teams). Mitchell Ledebuhr finished 14th and Brad Colbenson 35th (of 116). Lake City (37) beat John Marshall (70) for girl’s title. LARP’s girls were incomplete. Emily Didier took 21st and Hannah Linder 23rd (of 80). Meet at Pine Creek GC) Decorah ‘All-American’ Invite (Dubuque Senior (91) beat Onalaska (108) for girl’s title. LFC’s girls finished 13th and Chatfield’s 18th (of 26). Kaylee Arndt took 29th overall (of 176) for the Burros. Bailey Ruen (70th) and Ashley Miner (72nd) were next two LFC runners. Tessa McMahon (71st) and Isabelle Berg (76th) paced Gophers. Decorah (60) beat La Crosse-Central (95) for boy’s title. Chatfield took 20th, LFC’s 24th (of 24). Meet at Luther College)

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Wangen. “We have a proposed contract in hand from Preston. [Chief Matt] Schulz showed good initiative.” The proposed contract included Fountain paying 7.8%, roughly $24,000, of the Preston Police Department costs. The department also contracts with the city of Lanesboro. It is unclear whether or not those are the final terms of the Fountain policing contract. Mosher was asked whether or not reality of retirement was taking effect yet. He indicated it wasn’t, but also hinted that he may be still have a role in area law enforcement in the future. “I’m not going anywhere,” he laughed. “You’ll probably still see me; maybe even in a brown uniform, but not 40 hours a week. I know they’re coming. There’s rumors already.” While Mosher noted several opportunities for him to get back into it, state retirement rules do stipulate that he can’t work for 60 days for any law enforcement. The city was highly appreciative for Mosher’s years of service. “Don’t throw the uniform yet,” joked Councilor Jim Shott to a round of laughs from those in attendance at the meeting. “It would never have been 20 years if it hadn’t gone the way it did. Thank you. I’ve been happy here for 20 years,” added Mosher. Plans for the city’s police squad car are undetermined, but some options have been discussed. The vehicle has been driven by one officer, has a good maintenance record, several new features, and is fully equipped for police work. With less than 40,000 miles, it was noted that it’s in pristine shape and could be an asset to the city. “Unless you’re coming back, I don’t think we need one,” said Wangen. The city will consider listing it on patrol sales sites. In the meantime, the council is determining where to store and vehicle and what the proper steps are for insurance coverage. In other news, the council discussed the proposed budget for 2018. Total proposed maximum levy is $185,985. That figure is spread out with $100,041 into the general fund, $65,000 for sewer levy, $15,944 in capital improvement levy, and $5,000 in equipment replacement. Noting the August work session, City Clerk Rhonda Flattum noted most things were staying the same of the next year. Specific items of budget interest included miscellaneous expenses, including trimming of all trees and setting money aside for dealing with emerald ash bore affected trees and a transfer to the water fund for new meters. For these reasons, the city opted to approve a 5% increase. Any additional funds will be set aside for street improvements. The city also continues to work on zoning issues including property cleanup. A letter was mailed in July to all city property owners indicating the city ordinance and compliance of the ordinance. In the letter, residents were notified that they had until August 16 to clean up their properties. Prior to the

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letter, Flattum and Public Works Director John Hanson reviewed all properties and documented items out of compliance. Hanson went around again September 6 to view progress of the properties. Flattum sought clarification from the council to determine next steps. “Some have cleaned up; some haven’t,” she said. “Where do we set the limit on who we clean up and who we don’t?” Wangen stated that the city should go in and clean up properties still out of compliance, charging the property owners for the work. He indicated Hanson would do the cleanup work. “We go by ordinance,” he noted. However, according to Flattum, the ordinance is not specific. “Who’s making the judgement call?” She further indicated limitations on how properties can be assessed for cleanup and the complication of renters. “There’s laws regarding advanced notice and fees to assess to tax rolls.” “It’s in the ordinance,” said Wangen. “You have to follow through with it or quit making threats about it.” The council indicated that the city begin with unlicensed cars (collector cars must have a collector plate), brush, and garbage. A second letter to properties will go out stating residents have until October 15 to clear properties. If the specified items are not taken care of, violators will get city citation. “If they don’t pay or get rid of it, an ordinance violation, we can give a second citation with fee,” said Mosher. “If it goes to court, it’s usually $130 or more.” The additional cost to cleanup properties that could be assessed to tax rolls was not defined. The city did also discuss the option of spring and/or fall citywide cleanups. No formal action was taken on setting citywide cleanup. Progress on Fountain’s official Veterans Memorial is being made. Volunteers Phil Eickhoff, of Eickhoff Construction, and resident Larry Hunt have continued working on the project and Eickhoff presented a drawn proposal to the council for consideration. Eickhoff indicted he’d taken it upon himself to unofficially survey the area with a transit and get something of a design on paper for county and Minnesota Department of Transportation (DoT) review. He noted that he’d had conversations with DoT representative Tom Streiff, who indicated a culvert may be needed with the project. “It serves no purpose,” said Eickhoff. “The high point is the light pole. It drains towards Herman’s, then off to north. There’s nothing coming into the grassy area.” A discussion was also had with Fillmore County Engineer Ron Gregg, who had gotten a call from Streiff regarding a permit for the county right of way. The drawn proposal allowed Eickhoff to explain the plans. “It sounds like this is kind of a go,” he said. Eickhoff also explained what he felt was the county’s role in the project. The city can do both the dirt work and site prep and the majority of construction. According to Eickhoff, the county would provide

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the gravel, including two loads of rock and one load of road rock, and would possibly blacktop the parking area, which runs adjacent to County Road 8, in the future. One issue the state DoT is concerned with is handicap access. Plans will include a sidewalk flare that comes to gravel parking area. A sidewalk of six feet wide by 30 feet in length will go from the parking area to the memorial centerpiece. A 1:20 rise is typically what’s proposed for handicap access and Eickhoff indicated this will have a one-and-a-half inch rise. The concept includes a circular memorial area with a four foot by 32 inch wall of stone. Concrete footings would be brought out to include a planting area for flowers or shrubs. Benches would flank the wall. A powder-coated, aluminum cutout of a soldier kneeling by cross is estimated at $100 and would be purchased through Chatfield Veterans. Two flags will anchor the corners of the wall and a 40-inch gold-colored plaque with emblems of each branch of service will be mounted to a 38 by 20 inch piece of white marble. The marble piece is owned and donated by Eickhoff. Costs are anticipated at $8,800 for the total project, but some item costs are undetermined. Dirt work, seeding, gravel, and site work are expected to run $2,500; benches $1,000; gravel and site work $1,500. Benches are approximately $200-300 and the flags are $800 with a 22-foot pole. However, Eickhoff thinks perhaps 10-foot poles will suffice, reducing the cost to approximately $600. Lighting, by way of a spotlight on an existing street light, could be $200. “We have power. We just need to put the spotlight in,” said Phil. “Although it’s probably not that simple.” MiEnergy will have engineers meet with planners to discuss options. If unmetered, the light could be added into cost of pole. The biggest current hitch in the plan is the memorial wall stone. It was estimated that the stone would run around $4,000, but Eickhoff noted he’d received a figure that was twice that. “We’ll have to look at other options for that; look for more economical product to face it with. We have to find something that is more feasible; perhaps discounted or discontinued stone,” he added. There is still the possibility that water access will be added to the site, via a locked hydrant, but there are currently no cost estimates for that item. It’s possible planners could include a poly bulk tank for watering plants instead. The permit for the plan could be back within the week and the project could be done yet this fall. “It’s not a big project. A week would do it,” said Eickhoff. “I think we should do it; absolutely,” responded Councilor Schott. “Once we get it set up and done, we will be proud of it,” added Hunt. Donations for the project are still needed and encouraged. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Wednesday, October 4, at 7:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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The pep fest will start at 1:05 in the varsity gym in Harmony. Parade will begin at 2:20 down the main street! The 2017 Homecoming court has been announced! Homecoming coronation will be in the FC stage gym at 7pm on Monday, September 25. The court will be announced at the Thursday volleyball game and at the Friday football game. They will take part in the Friday pep fest and ride in the Friday parade. We hope to see everyone celebrate this year's Falcon Homecoming, and congratulations to the court members! L to R: Katie Gatzke, Logan Corson, Cailey Rindels, Brady Ristau, Kasey Back, Alex Mathison, Grace Miller, Nate Haugerud, Bailey Soma, and Connor Dols.

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the area around Melby Drive is dry enough to start the project. Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. will be able to do the work in about three days and the company provides an on-site engineer to ensure the work be done to specifications. “We’re hoping this culvert will help eliminate the ground water issues for the Melby Drive residents,” Mierau said. “These residents have been dealing with water issues for a long time and have been pumping water from their basements on a regular basis. There’s no guarantees, but we’re hopeful that this culvert will help remedy the situation.” The sewer rehab project will be opened for bids after it is advertised in the newspapers. This project includes new linings and selected manholes to be replaced. The money to fund the project comes from a rural development grant and needs to be used by the city by the end of the year. Approximately $350,000 in grant money is available. Bids will need to be in by 4 p.m. on October 11. Mierau reported that 27 letters will be going out to property owners this week about tree limbs and dead tree removal on their properties. Economic Development Authority (EDA) President, Kirsten Wyffels, reported that things are moving forward on the proposed child care center to be built in Mabel. The blueAnnual Fountain Lutheran Congregational

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prints have been reviewed by the prospective child care provider. The project will be opened for bids after it is advertised in the newspapers. Mayor Jim Westby asked about the rental of the community center. Wyffels told the council that the space is booked for numerous weddings, family and student reunions, graduations and the upcoming craft fair. A tractor ride event recently did a site visit and it looks favorable for them to use the center to serve lunch for riders on Friday, July 20, 2018. They are to get back to the city to confirm their plans. The council approved the renewal of the contract for the 2017-18 Safety Management Program. The contract with Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association (MMUA) from Mankato, provides certification and safety training to city employees. The cost increased $250 for the year and is now $5,750. A zoning variance was approved for Karl Vang to build a new garage at 214 N. Maple Street. Vang plans to tear down the old garage and build a new one in the same location. A variance was needed because the ordinance that was in place when the original garage was built had changed. The proposed 2018 budget was approved and the final budget and levy meeting set for December 13. The council approved the allocation of $114,225.67 for bills to be paid this past period. City Clerk Karen Larson presented a draft of the Data Practices Policy for city employees. The policy was approved. The next city of Mabel council meeting will be held at city hall on Wednesday, October 11 at 7 p m.

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Canton talks of new gazebo and memorial area By Miranda Cox Reflecting upon the appearance of their city, as is all too crucial living among a society that can best be described as superficial though few would like to admit it, the Canton City Council discussed means in which to improve this, specifically focusing on the state of the gazebo and its surrounding area. Following previous plans to repaint the structure and upon recent discovery of the monumental $1,000 approximate cost of doing such, alternate solutions were immediately pondered. Determining, after closer inspection, that the edifice was lacking in quality as a whole, Mayor Donivee Johnson herself set about finding a resolution, suggesting researching online for substitute options, such as a steel shelter. Unanimous praise was evident regarding the proposal, noting of the economic benefit in paying some $3,500 for a new pavilion versus an additional $1,000 in repairs each year. Johnson closed the matter, simply stating it as “food for thought for next spring or summer.” Updating the landscaping around the gazebo, noting of the apparent urgency in using a grant designed to allow actions of such or similar matters, also earned a fair amount of discussion. The possibility of pavers outlining a sort of path throughout the space seemed to be the accepted form of improvement, with simple red pavers providing contrast to identical ones of granite, of which people could request to have engraved and displayed in memory of loved ones at an additional cost. However, though concurring that the sole quote received for doing such seemed reasonable, other possible problems sprung to the forefront. Members contemplated how one should go about publicizing the availability of the memorial pavers, remarking that though the newspaper could reach out to a vast audience, personal letters may be more appropriate for this specific matter. In addition, the base for the project purely puzzled those present. A permanent foundation, such as cement, prevents vandalism or theft, but also posed the obstacle of how to replace the red pavers upon someone wishing to purchase one for the purpose of dedication. Countering this, the feasibility of a sort of memorial wall was instead offered. Hoping to avoid frivolous spending, the decision was made to come up with a plan first and move forward from there, hoping to set about the undertaking sometime next spring. On another note, while reviewing the monthly bills, astounded and unsatisfied with the seemingly high pricing of Smidt Construction in regards to new doors at the fire hall, members settled upon looking for other bids, stating the pos-

sibility of Caledonia Lumber. As for the water tower, painting has begun and is expected to be completed by the end of next week, weather permitting. With the tower void of water, the necessity is being provided by means of the continual 24 hour running of the pump, lending an explanation to lower water pressure. Precautions were also taken in notifying area fire departments should a fire occur as the city is without water, with likely expectations of Canton to do the same as Harmony prepares for an identical proceeding. Public Works Director Jon Nordsving closed with the reassurance that chlorine will again be added to the water upon completion of the task at hand with the purpose of disinfecting. Nordsving also made aware the reason for some recent chemical expenses as due to a red worm infestation at the plant. Though he expects such every year during the summer months, this particular time has proven significantly bad, with him placing blame on the hotter weather. The playground equipment formerly situated on the old school property has since been moved. Following this, the city is expected to clean up their side of the property to the best of their ability, with leftover rock to be used as needed, such as for filling in around hydrants. Currently, five properties still lack water meters. Customers inhabiting these will continue being charged. Pondering others’ opinions on the matter, Councilmember Randy Gossman questioned if any unexpected surprises were voiced on individuals’ water bills, to which both Johnson and City Clerk Lolly Melander replied comfortingly against. The success of Canton Days Off was briefly specified, many articulating of the respectable weather and turnout. Concerning the proposed 2018 tax levy, the council approved the preliminary of such at 7% to allow for the budget to be sent to the state. A final decision of the levy does not need to be made until December, allowing for change as the budget will likely fluctuate within this time period.

Revisiting the discrepancies declared during the previous month’s meeting pertaining to Richard Sanitation, Johnson and Melander enlightened of their consultation with the business’s bookkeeper. Asserting of some unaccounted $100 per month due to vacant houses continually being billed and individuals simply avoiding payment, the arrangement was made to maintain monthly conversation to ensure more coordination and prevent similar occurrences from happening again in the future. Gossman, hoping to use the building solely as a storage unit for his tractors, requested approval of a building permit prior to beginning work on a planned 40 by 80-foot shed. After mulling over some particulars, Johnson expressed that the zoning committee would need to approve such and that he should further converse with them. With the residences failing to show even the faintest signs of improvement even after receiving letters, the council resorted to contact County Attorney Brett Corson to deal with a select few particular properties causing concern. From there, Corson will decide how to handle the situation, whether that be through ruling them as junk yards, public nuisances, or an entirely different approach altogether. Councilmember Charlie Warner also provided insight to other city councils he has sat in on which ended up going in and doing their own removal of the property, later putting the services on taxes. While doing this would require a court order, it still does provide possibility as a sort of last recourse. The prospect of removal of the bell, originally that of the old school, currently situated in front of the fire hall was also deliberated. Reminding of the museum and historical properties in the works, members concluded to talk with the historical society in hopes of it showing possible interest. In the meantime, the bell will be removed from its position and stored accordingly, with the cement taken out and the hole patched up before winter settles in. The next Canton City Council Meeting will be held at Canton City Hall on October 11, at 7 p.m.

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Sport Now that Gilbert is middleaged, six in dog years, 42 in human years, coaxing him off the old couch to go for a run is a bit harder than it used to be. However, once outside, his tail sets to wagging as Lu leads him off at a trot. I once thought that if I stretched every time Gilbert did, this old set of bones might move more easily. The thought of movement made me muse about two different experiences with sport. It’s been my pleasure over the years to watch the Fillmore County Special Olympics Eagles participate in different sports. These activities strengthen bodies, build connections in our communities and provide a social network for the athletes. They not only gather together to try their hand at sports but also to share a sense of camaraderie at potlucks and birthday parties. The athletes each have their own personalities and sense of humor and if you get to know them you can’t help but care about their lives. Sunday, September 24, Brad Boyce as Elvis will take the stage at the Harmony Community Center to help raise funds for the athletes. The fundraiser will take place from 4-6 p.m. and include a silent auction, great food made by the Harmony Lions Club, root beer floats, sundaes, a bake sale, face painting, and raffles. Watching the athletes dance with Elvis sets the stage for an evening of fun. There is also a sense of community as people come together to support the Special Olympics in our area. On a fine day in August, my two grandsons, Hunter, four, and Oliver, six, took part in the obstacle course outside the Harmony Community Center. The course included an area set up for the smallest children. The rest of the course covered the fields as far as the eye could see, including every kind of obstacle imaginable. Oliver, having skinned his knees twice falling off his new bike, was tentative at first, soon taking each challenge in stride. His little brother, Hunter, did his best trying to keep up with his older brother. The favorite challenge was the last one, a ramp to climb up and then down that ended on the other side in a large mud bath. Some children hesitated, but soon got into the spirit of the event, by sliding into the mud hole wholeheartedly. After emerging muddy, the kids ran through a large ring of dripping water. I caught up with the man responsible for making the obstacle course, Eric Aeschlimann. A

physical education teacher in Eyota, he decided to create the obstacle course after doing the Warrior Dash for adults. He looked around for something similar for kids and found nothing, so decided to create his own. The Eyota Community Foundation bought all the materials and he built everything. The first year 200 kids showed up. Tonya Keim saw the obstacle course at Eyota Days and talked to Aeschlimann about setting up a course here. By that time, he was offering the obstacle course as a business on the side. Keim and her husband and dad brought all of the course to Harmony, set it up, registered everyone, and did all the PR for the

events. The football team and a dedicated group of volunteers helped to make the event a success in Harmony. I was amazed to hear that 177 kids total went through the obstacle course that day. When asked the value of the obstacle course, Aeschlimann said that it’s just so fun seeing families playing together, getting exercise, watching some of the kids who are afraid of heights get encouraged by their parents and peers to get over the wall and down the log. “It always brings a smile to my face every time we have one of these,” he says. All I know is that it was great fun to see my grandsons romp through the course ending in the mud bath. Judging from their proud grins, they enjoyed it every bit as much as I did watching them. Pan – Seared Salmon with Fresh Tomato – Basil Relish

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400 South Mill Street Rushford, MN • 507-864-2878 www.myrushfordfoods.com MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm SUN: 7:00am – 9:00pm

10.75 Oz. • Selected

Campbell’s Chicken Noodle or Tomato Soup

4/$

14.5-15 Oz. • Selected

Hunt’s Tomatoes or Tomato Sauce

4/$

15-16 Oz. • Selected

Bush’s Pinto, Black, Red Kidney, or Great Northern Beans

4/$

Honeycrisp Apples

2 Lb.

$ 99

15.5-16 Oz. • Selected

Bush’s Chili Beans

5/$

18.5-19 Oz. • Selected

Progresso Traditional Soup

2/$

Selected

Squash

79Lb. ¢

MEAT

Midwest Pride Meatballs...........................

Boneless

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

8-12 Oz. • Selected

Boneless

Chairman’s Reserve Chuck Steak $ 19

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

3 Lb.

Chairman’s Reserve Chuck Roast $ 99

19 Oz. • Selected

2 Lb.

40 Oz. • Selected

14-16 Oz. • Selected

Boneless

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

1199 2/$ Farmland Sausage Rolls or Links........................ 3 $ 59 Johnsonville Grillin’ Brats & Italian Sausage....4 $ 59 Bob Evans Sausage Patties............................7 $ 79 Oscar Mayer Hotdogs................................... 2 $ 49 Oscar Mayer Funpack Lunchables............. 2 $ 49 Oscar Mayer Sliced Ham............................ 3 $ 59 Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Lunchmeats........... 3 $ 59 Treasure of the Sea Salmon or Cod Fillets...... 4 $ 99 Supreme Choice Cooked Shrimp............15 $ 29 IGA Franks........................................................1 $ 49 Farmland Boneless Half Ham........................6 $ 99 State Fair Corn Dogs.......................................7 $ 79 El Monterey Burrito or Chimichangas.......... 3 $ 99 Farmland Bacon............................................ 4 $ 29 Hormel Pepperoni.......................................... 3 $ 69 IGA Bologna................................................... 1 $ 49 John Morrell Diced or Cubed Ham.............. 2 $ 99 Simply Mashed Potatoes.............................. 2 $

5 lb. • Selected

Chairman’s Reserve New York Strip Steak $ 99

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

Chairman’s Reserve Stew Meat, Cubed Steak, or Stir Fry Meat $ 99

3 Lb.

6 Lb.

80% Lean Ground Beef $ 59

16 Oz. • Selected 9 Oz. • Selected

12 Oz. • Selected

32 Oz. • Selected • 31/40 & 41/50

Pork Spareribs $ 99

2 Lb.

8-10.7 Oz. • Selected

1 Lb. • Selected

2.5 Lb. • Selected

Lb.

16 Ct. • Selected

Boneless

Pork Cube Steak or Cutlets $ 49

Pork Sirloin Roast $ 79

1 Lb.

5 Oz. • Selected

16 Oz. • Selected

8 Oz. • Selected

Pork Shoulder Roast

$ 89

21-24 Oz. • Selected

$ 69

Lb.

Boneless/Skinless

Whole Frying Chicken

16 Oz. • Selected

2 Lb.

Pork Shoulder Steak

32 Oz. • Selected

Chicken Breasts

Chicken Thighs

$ 09

$ 29

$ 99

Lb.

Bakery

$ 99

8 Count

Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns....................

Green Cabbage

64 Oz. • Selected

Fresh Apple Cider $ 49

PRODUCE

Pears

Lb.

5 Lb.

Yellow Onions $ 99

Each

$ 29

5 Lb.

Red Potatoes 2/$

Celery

Lb.

Red or Green Grapes $ 49

Lb.

$ 19

3 Ct.

Organic Romaine Hearts 2/$

Grocery 11.25-13 Oz. • Selected

General Mills Original or Honey Nut Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Reese’s Puffs, Cookie Crisp, & Golden Grahams Cereal 4/$

10.8-13.1 Oz. • Selected

Kellogg’s Special K Cereal 2/$

3.5-9 Oz. • Selected

6-10 Ct. • Selected

Nabisco Triscuits or Wheat Thins 2/$

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks 3/$

64 Oz. • Selected

10 Oz. • Selected

9.5-13.13 Oz. • Selected

Rotel Diced Tomatoes

Little Debbie Fall Snack Cakes

64 Oz. • Selected

7.25 Oz. • Selected

Kraft Blue Box Macaroni & Cheese

99¢

10 Ct. • Selected

Ocean Spray Craisins

Rinaldi Pasta Sauce

2/$

5-6 Oz. • Selected

15-24 Oz. • Selected

Creamette Spaghetti or Elbow Macaroni

2/$

32 Oz. • Selected

Keebler Fudge Shoppe Cookies

$ 69

$ 99

2/$

8-13.6 Oz. • Selected

IGA or Best Choice Cranberry Cocktail Juice

Kraft Miracle Whip

Kraft Mayonnaise

99¢

2/$

22-30 Oz. • Selected

V8 Splash

Kool-Aid Jammers

2/$

$ 89

3/$

13.2-15.75 Oz. • Selected

10-12 Ct. • Selected

Nabisco Oreo Cookies

Green Mountain or Donut Shop K-Cups

2/$

$ 99

4.4 Oz. • Selected

Skinny Pop Popcorn

$ 29

5 2/$ 2/$ 2/$ Kraft Deluxe Dinners or Velveeta Shells....... 5 Pop Secret Popcorn....................................... 5 Crystal Light, Tang, Country Time, Kool-Aid Cans or On-the-Go Sticks.............. 4 $ 99 Nabisco Belvita, Nutter Butter Rounds, $ 99 Wesson Oil ............................................... 2 Newtons, or Nilla Wafers.......................... 2 Grandma Alice Split Top Wheat Bread.....1

$ 39

24 Oz. • Selected

A1 Steak Sauce........................................ 2 10 Oz. • Selected

$ 99

3 Ct.• Selected

9.4-14 Oz.• Selected

2/$

38 Oz. • Selected

Heinz Ketchup................................................

6-8 Qt or 6-12 Ct. • Selected

8.8-12 Oz. • Selected

48 Oz. • Selected

General Merchandise & Health and Beauty care 100 Oz. • Selected

Tide Simply Clean Detergent

$ 99

33.8 Oz. • Selected

Scope Mouthwash

$ 99

12 Roll • Selected

Scott Bath Tissue

$ 99

12 Oz. • Selected

Aveeno Body Wash

$ 99

6 Rolls • Selected

Scott Paper Towels

$ 99

250 Ct. • Selected

Best Choice Napkins

$ 99

50-85 Ct. • Selected

Kleenex Facial Tissue

99¢

4 Ct. • Selected

Duracell D Batteries

$ 99

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Dairy

FROZEN 16 Oz. • Selected

Marie Callendar Large Pot Pies 2/$

16-18 Oz. • Selected

17.3-34.2 Oz. • Selected

Pail • Selected

Innovasion Frozen Entrees $ 99

16 Oz. • Selected

59 Oz. • Selected

Blue Bonnet Quarters ¢

Florida’s Natural Orange Juice $ 99

DiGiorno Pizza $ 99

Best Choice Ice Cream $ 99

11.5-13 Oz. • Selected

7.4-11.88 Oz. • Selected

15 Oz. • Selected

Banquet Classic Frozen Entrees 4/$

Best Choice Garlic Bread or Breadsticks $ 99

Blue Bonnet Spread Bowl $ 59

7.6-13.5 Oz. • Selected

9.5-12.3 Oz. • Selected

Velveeta Loaf $ 49

32 Oz. • Selected

TGIF Frozen Snacks 2/$

Healthy Choice Complete Selections or Steamers 2/$

BEVERAGES 12 Oz. • 8 Pack • Selected

12 Pack • Selected

32 Oz. • Selected

Powerade Sports Drinks

18.5 Oz. • Selected

59¢

8 Pack • Selected

Pepsi & Mountain 2/$ Dew Products

Gold Peak Individual Tea

.5 Liter • 6 Pack • Selected

7.5 Oz. • 6 Pack • Selected

.5 Liter • 6 Pack • Selected

Izze & Lemon Lemon 2/$ Sparkling Water

Best Choice Soda

2/$

Snacks 10 Oz. • Selected

Old Dutch Twin Pack Potato Chips 2/$ 50

10-13 Oz. • Selected

Old Dutch Restaurante Tortilla Chips 2/$

Rushford Foods • Harmony Foods • Preston Foods www.rushfordfoods.com

15 Oz. • Selected

Old Dutch French Onion Dip 2/$ 50

• Dry Cleaning Pick-up & Delivery • Rug Doctor Rental • WIC Accepted

We reserve the right to limit quantities • Not responsible for graphic or typographical errors

Coca Cola 3/$ Products

Coca Cola 4/$ Products 12 Pack • Selected

7-Up Bottling $ 99 Company

Pepsi & Mountain 4/$ Dew Products

9.75-10.25 Oz. • Selected

Frito Lay Family Size Wavy or Lays, Cheetos or Fritos 2/$

• Minnesota EBT Cards Accepted • Gift Certificates

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Monday, September 18, 2017

Peterson appoints new councilor

The Peterson Council discussed several recurring agenda items at the September 13 meeting. Pictured, left to right, are Clerk Chris Grindland, Mayor Tim Hallum, and Councilors Gail Boyum, Loren Rue, Lisa Price, and Dave Colbenson. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner By Kirsten Zoellner The city of Peterson has a new councilor for the third time since January 1. Last November, Chris Grindland was elected to the seat vacated by long-time councilor Dick Lee. In February, Grindland was hired for the vacant city clerk position and willingly gave up the council seat. In March, the council opted to appoint resident Jake Sandeno to the council seat. Sandeno had garnered the second highest votes, behind Grindland, in the November election. Last month, Sandeno handed in a letter of resignation for the council seat after a new job saw him move out of the city. According to Clerk Grindland, a notice was posted for persons interested in the available council seat. Only one letter of interest was received. Resident Lisa Price was appointed by the council to the open seat at the Wednesday, September 13 meeting. The city also discussed several items of old business at the meeting. Reclaimation/repair of Park and River Streets continues to be a priority for the city. Grindland indicated the city will be taking bids on the project. At this time, the city is not committed financially to the project. Funds were set aside the last two budget cycles for proposed street work. Overdue utilities remain another thorn for the city. At the August meeting, the coun-

cil discussed in-depth the large number of delinquent bills and the process get them remedied. Last October, the council unanimously approved assessing of delinquent utility bills to property taxes at a rate of four percent. The following month, the council approved a policy update that specified any bill not paid by or before the date indicated would be subject to a late fee of 1% of the past due balance would be added to the current amount due. The 1% is removed from the past due amount once certified to the county. Last month, 21 properties were past due and received notification letters from the city citing the delinquency. Total amount past 30 days was $16,852. This month, the number of delinquent properties is down to 14, totaling $10,139. No further action was taken. If the properties remain delinquent, they will be assessed to the property tax rolls. After some research, Clerk Grindland has identified that the weigh scale in Fillmore Street is the property of the city. Looking at county sales histories, Grindland identified a 100-foot by 50-foot plat that was split in 2004 to the south and north. The scale is not noted in any transactions. Mayor Tim Hallum asked that the issue be put to new business for October so the city can make the deter-

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mination to remove it, as well as how and when. The cost of removal may be added to 2018 city projects. The city is moving forward with the rental of campground spots for off-season camper storage. A liability waiver from the city attorney was reviewed and approved. The number of spots has not yet been determined. The city will also determine the start and end dates for the rental spaces. The cost of space rental will be $25 per month for a period of five months, paid in advance to the city by the renter. Other changes to the city campground include the removal of available firewood bundles for sale by the city. Theft of firewood has been a consistent issue. Recently, eight bundles were stolen. For the remainder of 2017 and beyond, campers will need to purchase firewood from a local business. A Conditional Use Permit for 411 Mill Street, reviewed by the planning and zoning commission at the September 5 meeting, has been approved by the council. The request from the property was to zone the building both residential and commercial. No opposition was presented at the zoning meeting. The conditions of the property permit include

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no more than two residents and no short-term or transient residency. The last item of major discussion for the council was the purchase of a new plow for the city truck. The currently plow is needing to be replaced at an estimated cost of $6,500. Mayor Hallum brought forth the option of using state bid pricing for the purchase of a new plow truck instead. The current F-450 truck is 10 years old. While it’s not experiencing problems at this time, Hallum suggested it may be a better option to take advantage of state pricing and get a

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new unit, with plow, rather than spend the funds on a new plow. Several area cities use the option to keep newer, warrantied fleet vehicles in rotation, at a manageable cost, rather than keeping vehicles long-term. There are no funds for the purchase of a truck for 2017. The council opted not to purchase a new plow for this season and to bring the matter up again at later date. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Wednesday, October 11, at 6 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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Complete holstein dairy herd dispersal

Lanesboro Sales Commission, Inc.

Friday, September 22, 2017 • 11am Selling 30 Holstein Cows Milking AI Breeding for 50 years. Low SSC, DHIA Records. For more info, contact: Bill Broadwater, 507-450-3009 Joe Nelson, 507-450-6763 Sale Barn, 507-467-2192

www.lanesborosalescommission.com Email | lanesborosalesocmmission@gmail.com

8th Annual Tasty Temptations

Calling all the Best Cooks of Bluff Country!

The Fillmore County Journal is publishing a cookbook that will include recipes in each of the following categories: • Appetizers & Beverages • Soups, Salads, & Vegetables • Main Dishes & Casseroles • Meat, Poultry, & Seafood • Breads & Rolls • Pies, Pastries, & Desserts • Cakes, Cookies, & Candy • Dips, Sauces, & Spreads • Special Diet

(i.e. gluten-free, egg-free, shellfish-free, peanut free, dairy-free, etc.)

Contest Rules:

1. Participants may enter one recipe per category based on TASTy TEMPTATIONS 2017 the categories listed above. 2. No purchase required. 3. Entries may be delivered to the Category: Fillmore County Journal office at Name: P.O. Box 496, 136 St. Anthony St., Address: Preston, MN, 55965. 4. Must use original entry form from the Fillmore County Journal. 5. Entries must be postmarked or delivered to the Fillmore County E-Mail: Journal office no later than Phone #: October 19, 2017. 6. Businesses excluded from contest, Please submit this entry form residential only. Sethre Media along with your recipe Group, Inc. employees are excluded from this drawing. 7. All recipes from each category will be published in the November 13, 2017 “Tasty Temptations Cookbook”. One $25 drawing will be hald for each category, with total contest payout of $225 in gift certificates just in time for the holidays to spend at Harmony Foods, Preston Foods & Rushford Foods. *Participants may win in more than one category.

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Monday, September 18, 2017

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

Chatfield plants test plot of intermediate wheatgrass to protect groundwater

sun., september 24, 2017 - 9am spring Valley sales auction Building 412 east Park street, spring Valley, Mn

AUCTIONEER NOTE: We will be selling a large selection of furniture, antiques, collectibles, coins, tools and household items.

Selling 2 ringS all day â&#x20AC;˘ 14-16 hayrackS of SmallS

300+ lots of currency and coins consigned by Jerry & Joan Smith, selling at 9:15am. 30 trees, various varieties. 40+ shrubs, 200 hostas, various varieties, approximately 400 species of grasses, ferns, phlox, columbine, coral bells, and day lilies selling at noon. Mtd 26â&#x20AC;? snowblower, 120 Z arctic cat snowmobile, craftsman Ltx 1000 lawnmower, 42â&#x20AC;? deck and vac, large assortment of name brand tools, 1 hayrack of retail items from greenhouse For more information, contact auction company or go to www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com sale arranged and COnduCted By sPring Valley sales COMPany

auCtiOneers: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Tom Jasper 50-113, 507-251-7654; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 ringMan: Bob Root, Roger Becker Clerk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163. annOunCeMents day Of take PreCedenCe OVer any adVertised Or Pre-Printed Material all Of the aBOVe MerChandise is selling as is, where is, with nO warranty. terMs: Cash Or gOOd CheCk day Of sale. nOthing tO Be reMOVed until settled fOr. nOt resPOnsiBle fOr aCCidents Or MerChandise after sOld. Please Bring PrOPer identifiCatiOn.

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VEHICLES - HARLEY DAVIDSON TRAILERS - CAMPER - BOATS

&ORD & ,ARIAT 3UPER $UTY #REW 8 , $IESEL + MILES W (INIKER 6 PLOW #HEVROLET ($ ,4: $IESEL #REW : 8 , !LLISON 4RANS $EF DELETE KIT + MILES &ORD & 3UPER $UTY ,ARIAT X 0OWERSTROKE , LEATHER + MILES NEEDS NEW INJECTORS &ORD #ROWN 6ICTORIA GOOD RUBBER + MILES &ORD %XPEDITION 8,4 &ORD 2ANGER PICKUP MANY EXTRA PARTS (ARLEY $AVIDSON 3PORTSTER #USTOM MILES MANY EXTRAS (AULMARK g %NCLOSED 4RAILER &EATHERLITE g !LUMINUM %NCLOSED 4RAILER 0* $ECKOVER 4RAILER 4RAIL #RUISER g #AMPER W SLIDE OUT ,UND "OAT TRAILER AND MUCH MORE

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( 3 4WIN !UGER g 3ILAGE WAGON W ( 3 R G * $ l ELD CULTIVATOR g 'LENCOE SHANK DISC CHISEL * $ g ROLLING HARROW * $ g 'RAIN DRILL W GRASS SEED ATTACH * $ 0ULL TYPE BRILLION .EW )DEA CORN PICKER g POINT MOWERS 0ULL TYPE SCRAPER &ARMHAND GRINDER BLOWER -EYER BALE SPREADER * $ BOTTOM BOTTOM PLOWS * $ g STALK CHOPPER .UMEROUS OTHER WAGONS EQUIPMENT AND MORE .UMEROUS 3KID LOADER ATTACHMENTS TO BE SNOW PUSHERS PALLET FORKS GRAPPLES BUCKETS AND MORE !SST SKID LOADER TIRES #HAINS AND BINDERS *UMPING *ACKS AND #EMENT 3AWS NUMEROUS HAND TOOLS SHOP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT AND MORE TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION

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193 Acres m/l Fillmore County, MN

Thursday, Sept. 28 â&#x20AC;˘ 10:00 AM James & Carolyn Horihan, Owners

Property has approximately 138 acres of tillable land, trails, pond, woods, possible building site with county approval, and hunting; all on Hwy 44 just west of Mabel, MN.

OFFERED IN PARCELS - See website for details SALE LOCATION: Mabel Community Center

BURKE REAL ESTATE 124 N Elm St., Cresco, IA â&#x20AC;˘ www.burkecresco.com Don Burke 563-380-5382 or Steven Burke 507-251-0644

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4485 CO RD 3 SW, bYRON, mN

DIRECTIONS: From the east edge of Byron, go south 6 miles on Co Rd 3 OR 2 miles north of Stewartville on Hwy 63 to Hwy 30 west then 8 miles west on Hwy 30 to Co Rd 3 then 5 miles north -- Watch for auction signs NOTE: Most of the tractors & vehicles are restorable or useful for parts. LaVonne enjoyed expanding her collections & has many nice pieces. Lots of boxes were not unpacked when this listing was made.

Selling with 2 rings part of the day. Loader on site sale day only. **Please visit our website at www.suessauction.com for photos**

RESTORABLE OR PARTS TRACTORS & COMBINES

JD 730D- elec start, NF, PS, runs JD 520-NF; JD D-styled; JD R (2) JD A; (3) JD B Farmall M w/mounted picker Farmall C Misc tires & duals JD 40 combine w/2 row CHD, 10' beanhead (2) MF 410 gas combines MF 44 4x38 CHD FARM EQUIPMENT

Rosenthal shredder JD 1 btm sod plow-very rare Oliver 2, 3 & 4 btm pull plows 4 btm plow mulcher Brady 1000 12' pull chisel Kewanee 14' disk JD 10' digger; 3 section drag 5 tooth anhydrous applicator JD 14T baler; OWA 100 mill Case 10' drill-LR, DD, grass JD 490 & 494 planters Ford 306 forage chopper (2) AC rakes; AC blower w/pipe (3) JD 4 row front mt cultivators JD 36' elevator; 2 row rotary hoe Horn flare box on JD gear 150 gal sprayer; Fencing spreader Fanning mill VEHICLES-MOST FOR PARTS OR SALVAGE

'70 Ford Custom 3/4T 4x4 w/factory high-boy lift, 390, 4 speed, 99000 mi, runs Late 1947 Chevy pickup-3 speed on the floor '67 GMC 1/2T-V6 '57 GMC 1/2T-AT '67 Chevy C50 w/box & hoist '65 Ford 600 cab & chassis '61 Chevy C60 w/box '50s Chevy 6400 w/ box & hoist

'99 Chevy Malibu '95 Chevy Blazer '74 Chrysler New Yorker w/440 '73 Chrysler New Yorker '71 Chevy Caprice 4 door '59 Pontiac Catalina '67 Pontiac Bonneville '50 Ford 2 door, V8, 3speed 8'x15' single axle dually flatbed trailer w/hyd tilt Short box pickup topper 400 small block engine MISCELLANEOUS

'72 JD 500 snowmobile-electric start, doesn't run JD 110 garden tractor w/deck White 25hp garden tractor Craftsman 16hp garden tractor Simplicity 4111 garden tractor Power Craft 18hp garden tractor (3) Walk behind snowblowers (2) 300 gal fuel barrels on stands Pallet jack; Alum ext ladder (2) Burr Oak wood stoves Drill press; Comet air compressor 6" bench grinder; 6' shop bench Post vise; Antique drill press 1 man saw; Windmill gear box Misc tools & much more

Microwave cart Washboard magazine rack Electric fireplace Jewelry armoire HP & Kodak printers 4 drawer filing cabinet Safe; Lock box Ceramic bowl & pitcher Oster mixer w/attachments Food slicer; Bread machines Pressure cooker; Roaster Lefse grill; 100+ vases Snow globes; Canning jars Wicker items (2) Wash tubs on stands Houseplants & stand Linens; Craft items Many glass dishes, ceramic figurines, glasses & silverware COLLECTIBLES

1920s piano w/ivory keys Cider press; Globe Master globe Upholstered bench; (3) Oil lamps About 100 pcs of Haviland china Winchester Diamond china Milk & depression glass Many assorted tea cups Churchill cream & sugar Sheets of Elvis & Marilyn HOUSEHOLD Monroe stamps Brother Disney embroidery Diana stamp collection machine w/patterns Costume jewelry Janome Harmony 9102D serger Crocheted doll pillows Babylock embroidery machine 45 rpm records Janome New Home Memory Hawthorn Village Light of Hope Craft 4000 sewing machine Church Kenmore refrigerator Hawthorn Village Santa's Upright freezer; (2) Chest freezers Workshop Toys Maytag washer Hawthorn Village Holiday Bed & Gibson stacked washer & dryer Breakfast 3 pc queen bedroom set Hawthorn Village Horse & Sleigh Couch & loveseat; Hide-a-bed Hawthorn Village Red Car China hutch; (2) Curio cabinets Coffee table; Floor lamps PLUS MUCH MORE

LARRY KYLLO ESTATE & LAVONNE KYLLO FOR INFO CALL GARY KYLLO: 507-208-0159 TERMS: CASH OR GOOD CHECK DAY OF SALE. MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED W/3% FEE Usual auction terms apply

SUESS AUCTION & IMPLEMENT 19 FIRST STREET NE, RACINE, MN 55967 507-378-2222 www.suessauction.com

AUCTIONEERS: Mike Suess: 55-68 Phil Suess: 50-14 CLERK: Suess Auction

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County Road 10 and 155th Avenue SE. A slightly larger plot was planted on private property just south of that location on the same day. This was the first planting of this crop in southeast Minnesota and one of just a few plots throughout Minnesota. The City of Chatfield is interested in this crop as part of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts to protect its drinking water supply from the effects of nitrogen. As a perennial crop with a dense root structure, KernzaÂŽ requires less nitrogen than other crops and effectively decreases the amount of nitrogen leaching to the groundwater. According to the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wellhead Protection Plan manager, Ryan Priebe, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the type of strategy that will help assure our residents of safe drinking water long into the future.â&#x20AC;? The development of intermediate wheatgrass into a viable

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mine the viability of KernzaÂŽ, an intermediate wheatgrass. On Tuesday, September 12, KernzaÂŽ was planted on three acres of land that the city owns, near the intersection of Olmsted

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It was great having lunch with the students who logged 100 “steps” over the summer.

First day of school in Ms. Wilke and Mrs. Goldsmith's room. Super cool!

Homecoming T-SHirTS Homecoming t-shirts are for sale! Grab a flyer in the main office or the counseling office, and order your homecoming t-shirt online! The deadline for this sale is Sunday, Sept. 17. https://chhomecoming2017.itemorder.com

Gopher Time

Way to go!

For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.chatfield.k12.mn.us

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Ask a Trooper Fillmore County Police Reports Dementia Caregivers’ 8-week trolled substance use with the Support Series to be held in Fillmore County By Sgt. Troy Christianson exception of prescribed medicaSheriff’s Office Minnesota State Patrol Question: Is it legal to wear Regina Katherine Belmer, tions, No possession of alcohol Harmony earplugs or headphones driving 49, Evansdale, Iowa; 8/1/2017, or drugs with the exception of a vehicle in Minnesota? Does the decibel rating matter? Answer: State statue says that no person, Troy H. while operat- Christianson ing a motor vehicle, shall wear headphones or earphones that are used in both ears simultaneously for purposes of receiving or listening to broadcasts or reproductions from radios or other sound-producing or transmitting devices. A hands free device, like a Bluetooth earpiece, is legal because it is only worn in one ear. There are a few exceptions: • The use of a hearing aid device by a person who needs the device. • The use of a communication headset by a firefighter while operating a fire department emergency vehicle in response to an emergency. • The use of a communication headset by an emergency medical services person while operating an ambulance. It is important for the driver to be aware and alert to everything that is going on around them. Listening to music with headphones or wearing earplugs while driving may block out an emergency vehicle’s siren or another vehicle’s horn, possibly causing a crash or reducing the response time for an emergency vehicle. The ability to hear a siren and see emergency lights, in a timely manner, will enable the driver to safety move over and yield to approaching emergency vehicles.

Remember to avoid all distractions while driving as your life and others depend on it. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. A portion of state statutes were used with permission from the Office of the Revisor of Statutes. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us. Twitter:MSPPIO_SOUTH

Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Bettie Jane Bibler, 67, Granger, Iowa; 7/31/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Ethan James Brink, 21, Mabel, Minn.; 8/3/2017, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Donovan C. Chandler, 33, Taylor, Wis.; 6/11/2017, Expired Driver’s License – Over One Year – No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $220. Shondel Hill, 34, Rochester, Minn.; 6/10/2017, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $320. Troy Douglas Howell, 56, Mantorville, Minn.; 8/26/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Fredric Andrew Lange, 72, Maple Grove, Minn.; 8/11/2017, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Rickford Rehmann Munger, 61, Preston, Minn.; 9/1/2016, Predatory Offender Violation (Felony), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Commit to Commissioner of Corrections, MN Correctional Facility, St. Cloud – 36 months (stay for five years). Local Confinement – 240 days. Credit for time served: 43 days. Serve as: weekends and sentence to serve (if eligible). Supervised probation for five years – Conditions (6/8/2017): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Contact probation officer as directed, Sign releases of information as directed, Follow all State and Federal criminal laws, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if have contact with law enforcement, if charged with any new crime, and/or if change address, employment, or telephone number, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Give a DNA sample when directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives - defendant not to be in possession of BB guns, Do not register to vote or vote until discharged from probation and civil rights are fully restored, Educational assessment/program, Follow recommendations of evaluation, Maintain employment and housing as directed, Cognitive skill training, No alcohol/con-

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prescribed medications, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency, No assault or threatening behavior, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Advise Agent prior to changing employment and/or residence - defendant to notify supervising agent five days prior to moving to any new location, No registration violation, Maintain registration. Kyler Richard Paulson, 20, Rushford, Minn.; 8/12/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Earl James Pierce III, 65, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 8/7/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Trevor James Dale Robinson, 23, Stewartville, Minn.; 6/26/2017, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Audrey Rose Valdovinos, 36, Minneapolis, Minn.; 7/29/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Tadarro Durrell White, 39, St. Paul, Minn.; 8/1/2017, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. MN State Patrol – Rochester Nicholas William Kiage, 19, Blaine, Minn.; 8/20/2017, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Russell William Kunde, 75, Stillwater, Minn.; 8/11/2017, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Scott Edeen Osmundson, 50, LeRoy, Minn.; 8/24/2017, Speeding (93/60), Fine $150, Total Fees $390. Preston Police Department Jay J. Johnson, 50, Preston, Minn.; 7/4/2017, Sale/Possession/Explode/Advertise/Use Fireworks, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. Rushford Police Department Robert Wiely Burton, 57, Alma, Wis.; 7/6/2017, Expired Driver’s License – Over One Year – No Minnesota Driver’s License, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.

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On September 1, John Paul Fann, 26, of Rushford, Minn., appeared before Fillmore County District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Fann is charged with Fleeing Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, a felony with a maximum criminal penalty of three years one day in prison, a $5,000 fine, or both. On or about September 1, the defendant allegedly was observed driving at a very fast speed by a Rushford Police Officer. Defendant did allegedly flee said officer in a motor vehicle. Defendant was allegedly under the influence and has two previous DUI convictions.

ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony in conjunction with Heartland Hospice will be offering a Dementia Caregiver Support Series in Harmony. This series of weekly gatherings will be held on Tuesday afternoons 2-3 p.m. starting on September 19, 2017, through November 7, 2017. This will be held at Clara House Senior Living facility’s community room at 355 Main Ave. North, Harmony, Minn. This caregiver’s support series will explore the disease of Alzheimer’s/Dementia and tips for navigating this process, how to manage stress by developing healthy self-care habits as caregivers, and ways to create meaningful moments with your loved one. As a gathering of caregivers, it is intended to be a shared journey experience with others who are walking a similar path. Your privacy will be respected. Each week we will explore a different theme. You are invited to attend any or all sessions of this free series that interests you. People from area communities are welcome. Session topics • September 19, Session 1: Introductory Session • September 26, Session 2: Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia Session • October 3, Session 3: Spending Time with Your Loved Ones • October 10, Session 4: Family Support/Building a Support System • October 17, Session 5: Stress and Grief Management • October 24, Session 6: Communicating with Care Providers

• October 31, Session 7: Understanding Medical Strategies and Disease Programs • November 7, Session 8: Celebration Service Clara House is generously supporting this series by providing a meeting space and will be providing refreshments. This series, “Journey of the Heart,” has been developed and will be led by the staff at Heartland Hospice Care. Heartland Hospice Care is one of the professionally staffed groups actively serving the care facilities in the Harmony area. Susan Siegle is the lead staff person for this series. The ACT on Alzheimer’sHarmony committee is part of a statewide initiative to create dementia-friendly communities, to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and the growing impact of Alzheimer’s disease on our communities. Current members of the ACT on Alzheimer’sHarmony Committee are Diana Nelson, PA., Gundersen Health Care-Harmony; Jody Bergey, RN, director, Clara House Senior Living; Cliff Johannessen, community member; Lantha Stevens, RN, retired director of Fillmore County Public Health; and Linda Kastantin, SE MN Gundersen Health Care Clinic manager. Lori Slindee serves as the ACT on Alzheimer’s-Harmony coordinator. If you have questions, contact Lori Slindee at (507) 886-2214, Susan Siegle at (507) 316-8611 or Jodi Bergey at (507) 8866515.

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Wykoff conditional use permit mulled By Rick Wicks A regular meeting of the Wykoff City Council was held on September 11, with all members in attendance Rocky Vreeman, Mary Tjepkes, Mayor Al Williams, Clerk Becky Schmidt, Mary Sackett, and Richard Gleason. Citizens addressed the council to

voice their objections to the enforcement of the city’s “junk ordinance.” One citizen asked who decides what is junk, and said she believes in reusing things rather than throwing them away. Gleason pointed out that another property has a “Conditional Use Permit” (CUP)

which was issued in 2011 for “Auto Shop Towing Impound Lot Apartment for Employee” (according to the permit) but that the property is clearly not being used as an impound lot, since vehicles stay there for many months. In response to citizens, Sackett replied that the assessor has stated that

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visitors addressing the council, and the usual schedule of meetings (regularly on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.). The council discussed bills submitted, including $710 and $350 regarding a previous problem at the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). It was pointed out that although the contractor did come out and attempt to fix the problem, he was not successful, and the problem was later fixed by someone else. The consensus of the council was that a lesser charge would be negotiated. Rick Whitney (Peopleservices) volunteered to speak with the contractor about this, and the council OK’d this. The council considered an emailed request from Jodi Wiemerslage regarding a very large water usage bill, due to an unexpected pipe leak. Her email thanked the city for bringing it to her attention, and stated, in part, “Our basement flooded, so it must have been leaking for several days… If at all possible, we would like to ask the city of Wykoff to forgive some of the usage costs.” The council chose to handle this as it has with other similar situations, by adjusting the sewer portion of the billing, but not the water usage. Vreeman brought up a situation in which a property owner has a very overdue water bill, and is now roughly $1,000. He stated, “The water should have been shut off.” The council considered removing the water meter, or putting a lock on it, but chose to take no further action at this time. The overdue charges, if unpaid, will be assessed to the property owner. Fiona McClimon asked the

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council about putting in a skating rink in the winter, as a way to offer a positive activity for youth. Gleason suggested the backside of the ballpark could be a good spot. Mayor Williams said the city had a skating rink years ago, using 2x4s, but said the water leaked out when the sun melted the ice. Schmidt volunteered to look into the feasibility of creating a rink. Wade Baker, representing the fire department, said he wants to amend his previous request to purchase 20 pairs of boots. While they were originally priced at $300 a pair, that has increased to $320 a pair. He explained that a grant will pay $3,000 of that, and he asked the council to OK $3,400 for the city’s share (rather than the originally approved $3,000). The council OK’d this change. The council discussed the recent citywide cleanup day, and said it went well overall. The main suggestion for improvement was to get the word out sooner to citizens. It was also mentioned that having a “standard schedule” (such as the second Saturday in August, for example) could help people plan ahead. The format of the council’s meeting minutes has been a topic of discussion at several recent meetings. The council voted 4-1 to settle upon the synopsis style of meeting minutes from now on. The council also voted to “de-identify” complaint issues before they are sent to council members for consideration. This means that the name of the citizen submitting the complaint will not be included. Rick Whitney asked the council to approve two equipment purchases for the WWTP. The council OK’d these. Schmidt asked if the council would like her to pursue looking into options for the city to offer an option for citizens to make payments online. The council consensus was for her to proceed. The meeting adjourned about 9:15 p.m. The council’s next regular meeting will be Monday, October 9 at 7 p.m. The public is welcome.

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Houston School Board sits down for self-evaluation By Eric Leitzen The Houston School Board met in the library of Houston Public High School for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 7, 2017. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham, along with Board members Bonner, Wilson, Stillin, Evenson, and Carlson. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board unanimously approved the night’s agenda and opened the meeting to public comment, of which there was none. The board then moved on to consent items, which included nine new contracts and 18 hiring memos for teachers, coaches, club advisors, and longterm substitutes at both Houston Schools and the Minnesota Virtual Academy. There was also one listed resignation, which Abraham noted was the result of a “miscommunication with HVED,” and will continue to provide services as an employee of the Hiawatha Valley Education District, but not of Houston Schools. Following discussion, the consent items passed with one abstention from board member Carlson. The board moved on to discussion items, starting with the proposed levy that will have to be certified at the September 21 meeting. Abraham noted that they had not yet received numbers from the state Department of Education, but as soon as the numbers are given it will go to the Finance Committee who will then present their findings September 21. The board then discussed the district’s stated goals, which included a state-set 90% student proficiency benchmark for 2025. Board member Bonner expressed frustration in understanding some of the concepts and methods, and Abraham replied that the school is following state guidelines and legislation on the issue. Board chair Stillin noted that the board will have to make sure that the community under-

stands the programs, and Bonner countered that the board should be ready to explain the district goals at an upcoming “World’s Best Workforce” meeting. Stillin recommended to put together information regarding the meeting in the local newspaper to help give the community knowledge before the scheduled meeting. Abraham then spoke regarding the superintendent’s evaluation, producing a model evaluation sheet for the board to look over prior to the meeting on September 21. The board will finish its 2016-2017 evaluation and look at setting up the evaluation timeline for the 2017-2018 school year. The board then moved on to New Business, beginning by acknowledging former board member Joe Krage for his service to the board. A recent redrawing of districts placed Krage’s home out of the district, and as a result Krage was forced to resign. The resolution was introduced by Stillin, motioned by Wilson, and seconded by Evenson. The resolution passed unanimously, and the board moved on to deal with Krage’s vacancy. At the last meeting, the board had discussed allowing for applications for any interested new members, and Stillin mentioned that it be made clear for all applicants the nature of the position, the applicant’s purpose as a board member, and the reasoning for joining the board. The board further discussed the fine details of what would be required of the applicant, how the interview process would go, and which members of the board would evaluate applicants. The board will hold its first interviews at the first October meeting, with an appointment being made by the board at the second October meeting. The public then has 30 days to weigh in before the new member is sworn in at the end

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of November or the beginning of December. The deadline to send a letter of intent to serve on the board will be Friday, September 29. The board then looked over six policies for a first reading, and Abraham noted to the board that the second meeting in October will be on Wednesday, October 18 at 6 p.m., due to the normal Thursday being a non-school day. The board then heard committee updates, where Board member Carlson noted the online attendance has decreased about 30 seats from the 2016-2017 school year. However, Carlson did note that all other matters were going “really amazingly smoothly.” Abraham gave updates regarding yearly testing, noting that longer testing windows were causing disengagement among the students. Board member Bonner asked Abraham about the additional testing computers requested by the school, and Abraham replied that the extra computers are to ensure more students are taking the tests at the same time. Abraham then reported to the board that, at the next meeting, they will be asked to approve the HVED 10-year maintenance plan. Agreement to the plan does not require funding, and Abraham reported that she asked for a recalculation for the district to exclude online students who cannot use school buildings. The recalculation dropped Houston’s percentage of the total project from 18% to 4%. The board moved on to Old Business, hearing from Gail Gilman from the Minnesota School Board Association. Gilman was brought in to assist the board in its self-evaluation session. The session, which lasted nearly three hours, had the board discussing shared experiences and working together to better serve the district. Following the session, the board voted to adjourn at 9:42 p.m. The Houston Public School Board will meet for its next regular meeting at 6 p.m. in the library of Houston Public High School on Thursday, September 21, 2017.

Spring Valley 2018 budget previewed By Rick Wicks The Spring Valley City Council met in regular session September 11, with all members present (Tony Archer, Todd Jones, Mayor Jim Struzyk, Jessy Betts, Mike Hadland and City Administrator Deb Zimmer). No visitors had signed up to address the council. The main items discussed were preliminary 2018 budget review, and asbestos removal options for the “Kasson farm” at 2500 Tracy Road. In budgetary review, Zimmer highlighted a handful of areas, comparing the 2018 budget to the 2017 budget. She stated that workers comp expenses are expected to increase noticeably, due to several expensive cases the city faced. Zimmer also pointed out that there are either small decreases or no planned changes in the general fund budgeted amounts for legislative, administration, legal services, city hall (property insurance), fire department, street maintenance, historical society, community development, and

general engineering. Increases included the areas of police (due to an expected increase of roughly 5% in the police contract costs), elections (since there was no 2017 election), and sidewalk construction (none was budgeted in 2017). She mentioned several changes in budgeted amounts for special fund expenditures (library, parks, ambulance, and EDA fund). Regarding the preliminary property tax levy, Mayor Struzyk asked the council to “remember, once we set the (preliminary) levy, we can always go down but we can’t go up.” Jones added his opinion that it’s best to go up in small increments every year rather than a large increase all at once. The council voted to approve Resolution 2017-23 as submitted. Zimmer said it’s roughly a 3% increase. Next, the council considered options for the “Kasson farm” house. It is scheduled to be burned September 23, but asbestos removal may push that date back. Council members agreed

that getting the asbestos removed now is a priority, and they chose to accept the $4,840 bid from Asbestrol Inc. Mayor Struzyk stated, “Considering what we’ve paid in the past, this seems pretty reasonable.” The council voted to approve paying Contractor’s Pay Request #1 on the industrial park pavement project, totaling $176,852.43. The council also OK’d resolutions 2017-21 and 2017-22, regarding redemption and prepayment of Bonds Series 2010A and 2010B. The council then considered an increase in the fire relief amount, which is currently set at $1485. After discussion, the council chose to increase it by $25. The next topic was the property located at 304 N Broadway, which is currently zoned as “Downtown Commercial” but which the council felt should be changed to “R3 Multifamily.” The council voted unanimously to make this change. The next regular meeting of the city council will be Monday, September 25 at 6 p.m. The public is welcome.

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Monday, September 18, 2017

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By Rich Wicks The Ostrander City Council met on September 13 in regular session, with all members present (Erin Volkart, Pam Kunert, Clerk Chris Hyrkas, Heidi Jones and DJ Start). Sarah Chounard addressed the council, saying she’s aware the current water tower will eventually be moved to a different location, and she asked, “Could I purchase the lot the water tower (currently) sits on?” She explained that since her home is next to the water tower lot, she’d be interested in buying the lot to build on to her home. Council members said the city attorney would need to be consulted, and also asked Chounard to first bring up her question to the city’s planning and zoning commission. Rick Whitney stated that the water tower probably won’t be moved for several years, perhaps as many as five years from now. Chounard said that’s OK, she’s not in a hurry. Dustin Tart gave an update on city maintenance, particularly the need for a new snow plow. There was discussion about whether to purchase or lease, or even to “hire out” for the city’s snow plowing needs. He will check into the pricing options if the city were to lease a new plow, and bring that info to the next regular meeting. Rick Whitney gave an update on the wastewater treatment plant, and the council OK’d a couple of minor equipment purchases for the WWTP. Brian Miner gave an update on the fire department. Police Chief Tom Mosher gave his final update as the police chief. He reported on August and September, since he was on vacation at the time of the August council meeting. Chief Mosher said the National Night Out event was well attended, and he thanked the Lions Club for their involvement. He reported on a few issues with dogs running loose. He also said there’s a felony case

By Hannah Wingert On September 6, the Minnesota House Bonding Committee made Harmony one of their stops on their bus tour of southeastern Minnesota to hear bonding pitches. About 20 House members made the trip and were able to tour Niagara Cave during their time in the Harmony area. They also discussed the proposed bike trail extension to the Iowa border. City Attorney Greg Schieber commented that the visit went very well. “It will still take our active efforts next spring to remind them about their stop here,” he added. The Utility Committee presented their proposed utility rate increases to the Harmony City Council at their September 12 meeting. City Administrator Jerome Illg noted that the electric rates had not been modified since 2013. The council approved the new rates. The solar interconnection fee and agreement was set at $650 to cover administrative fees, costs for connection, and installation of meters. In the past two years, the city of Harmony has spent around $9,000 to hire Norby Tree Service

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Chatfield updates waste hauling agreement By Karen Reisner At the September 11 Chatfield City Council meeting, the long standing waste hauling agreement with William Hanson was updated with four amendments. Councilor Joshua Broadwater was absent. City Clerk Joel Young noted the amending of the agreement was delayed for a time until the ordinance regarding recycling fees was updated. Brian Burkholder, Public Works, reported that booster pump #2 needs to be rebuilt. It is pumping 150 gallons less per minute than booster pump #1 which was rebuilt by TEC Industrial in 2013. Approval was given to have pump #2 rebuilt by TEC Industrial at a cost of $1,059.24 as recommended by the Public Works committee. Police Chief Shane Fox asked for and received approval to purchase a new squad car from Sugar Loaf Ford, Winona, at a cost of $28,517. This was a slightly higher quote than from two other dealers, but justified to be close enough in order to buy from a local dealership. The car being replaced has 105,000

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miles on it. Approval was given to enter into an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Toward Zero Deaths, for traffic safety enforcement. This enhanced enforcement program is administered by the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Department. Other business in brief • Councilor Paul Novotny reported on the Personnel/ Budget committee. He said the budget is getting nearly tolerable. The preliminary 2018 levy will have to be approved at the next council meeting. It can be lowered, but not raised when the final levy is approved late in the year. The Industrial Drive debt for utility and street improvements will add $86,000 to the budget. Mayor Russ Smith commented on the Industrial Drive expense; we are getting grant money we don’t want to see go away. This grant money is targeted for the Industrial Drive project. Councilor Mike Urban said he hoped the levy increase set at the next

meeting can be lowered later in the year. • The acquisition of federal military surplus equipment which will come to the city free of cost through the Rochester Fire Department was approved. The only cost to the city is shipping of the equipment. Items the Chatfield Fire Department hopes to get include a UTV, air compressor, ice machine, and inflatable rubber boat. • A membership fee of $150 was approved to join the Greater Minnesota Parks and Trails Council. This council advocates for parks and trails funding from the legislature and state agencies. • Authorization was given to try and sell the city’s old Christmas decorations on public surplus. • Novotny reported that two hydrants aren’t operable and another leaks. Approval was given to accept a quote of $7,250 from Griffin Construction to replace five of the city’s 10 hydrants.

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to pick up leaves from residents’ yards in the fall and mulch them. Norby has offered their leaf vacuum equipment for purchase to Harmony for $8,500. The Utility Committee priced similar machines at $45,000 for new ones and approximately $32,000 for used ones. The one Norby is offering to the city only has 900 hours on it, which makes it a very good deal. Councilmember Debbie Swenson pointed out that owning the leaf vacuum equipment would allow for a more flexible use schedule. “I have gotten feedback that a lot of the residents appreciate that service,” Illg commented. The council approved the purchase. It was also noted that residents interested in the mulch are welcome to it. The Utility Committee recommended that the council approve an electric loop project to connect the service on both ends of town. Currently, if a transformer goes out, the power outage extends to everyone down the line. Looping would allow the energy to be fed from either direction and would limit the outage to the single transformer. An engineer has already looked

into the project. The council approved the project. Illg updated the council on the helipad. Some of the material cut off of the roads during the street project was dumped at the site to be used for the helipad base. The school is also preparing to start construction on its shed near the helipad location. Illg anticipated that the efforts for both projects will be coordinated and will begin within the next several weeks. City Maintenance Director Chris Johnson commented to the council that several members of the maintenance staff have been working hard all summer on beautifying and improving the city parks. “I think they’ve done a pretty good job,” Johnson noted. Among other projects, they have seal-coated the gazebo, greatly improving its appearance. The Jam that the Arts Board hosted recently was a success with around 50 people attending. Approximately $2,500 has been donated for the patio outside of the Harmony Public Library. The council approved a resolution for the maximum amount for the 2018 levy. Illg noted that while the amount can be decreased later, it cannot be increased. The total tax capacity levies were set at $708,800. The next Harmony City Council meeting will be held on October 10 at 7 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICES notice and order of hearing on petition for probate of will previously STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court file No. P0-97-674 Estate of: Edmund Peterson, AKA Edmund Pederson, Decedent. It is Ordered and Notice is given that on October 31, 2017, at 9:00 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at Fillmore County Courthouse in Preston, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent, and separate writing under Minnesota Statutes section 524.2-513 (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Willâ&#x20AC;?), which was previously probated informally. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the court prior to or raised at the hearing. Dated: Sept. 8, 2017 Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court James D. Attwood Court Administrator By: /s/Mary E. Specht Attorney for Personal Representative Thomas M. Manion #0067167 204 Parkway Ave. North, Box 420 Lanesboro, MN 55949 507-467-2317 tmanion@tmanionlaw.com Publish 18,25 Meeting change correction Holt township The Holt Township regular monthly meeting September 11th, 2017 has been rescheduled to September 18th at 7pm, Sons of Norway Hall. Chris Gudmundson, Township Clerk Publish 18

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Sat., Sept. 16 at 9:30am - Tractors, Thresh Machine, Collector, & Farm Related Items! For more information call Hoyt Zenke, 507-429-9999, Kevin McCormick 507-450-9055, Office 507-7242090. Listing in the Journal Sat., Sept. 23 at 9am - Excess building materials & related items! For more information call Hoyt Zenke, 507-429-9999, Kevin McCormick 507450-9055, Office 507-724-2090. Listing in the Journal

Sat., Sept. 23 at 9am - Machinery, horses, ponies & animals, shop tools, buggies and tack, antiques, household items, boat and much more! For more information, contact 507-481-8112. Listing in the Journal

Sun., September 24 at 9am - Antique, coin, tool, household items. Currency and coins, trees, various hostas, grasses, ferns. Snowblower, snowmobile, lawnmower and much more! For more information call Spring Valley Sales, Dick Schwade, 507-346-2183. Listing in the Journal Thurs., Sept. 28 at 10am - 193 acres m/l. Tillable land, trails, pond, woods, possible building site. For more information, contact Burke Real Esate at 563-380-5382 (Don) or 507-2510644 (Steven). Listing in the Journal Sat., Sept. 30 at 9:30am - Restorable or parts tractors and combines, farm equipment, vehicles, household, collectibles, and much more! For more information, contact Suess Auction & Implement, 507-378-2222. Listing in the Journal

ONLINE AUCTIONS Starts ending on Tues., September 26 at 6pm - Chopper, silage bagger, tractors, bean head, skid loader, vehicles, Harley-Davidson, trailers, camper, boats, farm machinery, skid attachments and more. Contact Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction, call 507-259-7502. Listing in the Journal

THANKâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;YOU ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANK YOU TO EVERYONE that sent cards and came to help celebrate my birthday. It was fun hearing from and seeing all of you. Naomi Wangen t18-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ A BIG THANK YOU TO the Harmony Ambulance Crew for the quick response to our need on September 10. We thank God for the life saving work you do. Wayne & Marian Stensgard t18-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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NOTICES WATSON CREEK CEMETERY MEETING. September 21 at 2pm at cemetery. n18-o

EZ-GO & YAMAHA GOLF CARTS SALES & SERVICE NEW & USED

FIT EXPRESS LLC AND ACTIVE PT and Sports, both of Preston, will be moving to a new location soon: 133 St. Paul St., SW. Watch for further notices. n18-o

Ivan Vreeman

Harmony Golf Carts

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Celebrating 20 years in the ICF Industry Complete sales and education available of 42518 State Hwy 44 â&#x20AC;˘ Mabel, MN 55954 multiple ICF Forms and Phone (507) 493-5888 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax (507) 493-3888 all related accessories Email tristateicf@gmail.com including ICF Bracing Website www.tristateicf.com sales and rental. BEST PRICES, BUILD DIFFERENT, BUILD BETTER, BEST SUPPORT, WE KNOW ICF'S.

FOR RENT - 200 TILLABLE ACRES near Canton, MN for 2018. $325 per acre or best offer. Email all inquiries to jeff@ edmidwest.com. r18,25,2,9-o

Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507251-5297. r28tfn- x OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn-x UPSTAIRS APARTMENT for rent in Peterson. No smoking, no pets. Applicants will be screened. Call 507-875-2643. r11TFN ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent. $350.00, heat included. Preston, MN. Call 507-429-6755 or 507-2723624. r18TFN-o FOR RENT: 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Appliances included, stove, fridge, washer and dryer. Located in Canton. Deposit and references required. Available soon. Contact 507-450-1998. r18,25-o

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REBUILD ALTERNATORS and starters for auto, truck, and farm implements. Same day service. Used cars for sale. Specializing in Toyota Prius sales and services. Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford. 507-864-7440 or 507-459-1504. v11tfn- o

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HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER. Open house Saturday, September 23 from 10-3. 530 1st Street, Fountain. 5 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath, new carpet and vinyl flooring, gas fireplace, lots of storage, 2 car garage, 1/2 acre corner lot. $150,000. Call 507-261-0474. e11,18-x

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453 AVE C NE, CHATFIELD

$179,900

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505 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD

$124,900 #4082814

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2,208 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ 0.28 Acre lot â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage (24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) plus 1 car (16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor living â&#x20AC;˘ Steel siding â&#x20AC;˘ Quiet location â&#x20AC;˘ Add your personal touches â&#x20AC;˘ Selling â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS-ISâ&#x20AC;?

209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD

$129,900 #4073199

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

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â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Bath â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor living â&#x20AC;˘ Both levels finished â&#x20AC;˘ Sunroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2,568 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Gas Fireplace â&#x20AC;˘ Walkout â&#x20AC;˘ No mowing or snow removal

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANNE

WALKOUT RANCH UNDER CONTRUCTION!

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

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

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NEW LISTING $164,900 609 MARGARET ST NE, CHATFIELD #4082812

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms with 3 on the main level â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ New countertops, flooring, paint, window, doors â&#x20AC;˘ Vinyl siding â&#x20AC;˘ Deck â&#x20AC;˘ Desirable neighborhood â&#x20AC;˘ Lower level family room â&#x20AC;˘ Move-in condition 82 ACRES ON THE ROOT RIVER

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

JORDAN TOWNSHIP - 158 ACRE CROP FARM

â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Car Garage â&#x20AC;˘ 2,572 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Open layout â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor living â&#x20AC;˘ Quality windows â&#x20AC;˘ Paneled doors â&#x20AC;˘ Master suite â&#x20AC;˘ Finished lower level â&#x20AC;˘ No backyard neighbors â&#x20AC;˘ Still time to personalize

SPACIOUS RANCH

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$725,000 12716 COUNTY RD 138 SE, CHATFIELD #4082543

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 plus bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Car Garage â&#x20AC;˘ Built 1990 â&#x20AC;˘ 2,143 sq. ft. on one floor â&#x20AC;˘ No steps â&#x20AC;˘ Handicap Accessible â&#x20AC;˘ 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 27â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Workshop â&#x20AC;˘ 54â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 54â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Barn/Shed with box/tie stalls â&#x20AC;˘ 36 tillable acres â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent hunting with +/- 20 wooded acres â&#x20AC;˘ Awesome horse setup â&#x20AC;˘ +/- 1620 ft North Branch Root River

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16319 COUNTY 102, CHATFIELD

$1,210,000 #4082977

â&#x20AC;˘ 5 Bedroom â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car garage â&#x20AC;˘ 3,084 sq. ft., â&#x20AC;˘ Great location just off the blacktop â&#x20AC;˘ 143 acres tillable w/productivity index = 89 â&#x20AC;˘ 6 acres pasture â&#x20AC;˘ Contiguous rolling land â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Barns â&#x20AC;˘ Quonset shed â&#x20AC;˘ Granary, â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS-ISâ&#x20AC;?

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PRICE REDUCED $115,900 603 CALHOUN AVE S, LANESBORO #4080490

â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedrooms on main floor â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 2,156 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Attached garage (420 sq. ft.) â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood floors â&#x20AC;˘ New Central Air â&#x20AC;˘ Deck â&#x20AC;˘ Landscaped yard â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances â&#x20AC;˘ Storage shed â&#x20AC;˘ Qualifies for Zero down

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$149,900 508 TWIFORD ST SW, CHATFIELD #4081346 â&#x20AC;˘ 3 Bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Baths â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Car Garage â&#x20AC;˘ 2,214 sq. ft. â&#x20AC;˘ Metal roof â&#x20AC;˘ Steel siding â&#x20AC;˘ Hardwood floors â&#x20AC;˘ Central air â&#x20AC;˘ Open layout â&#x20AC;˘ Main floor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Updated electrical service â&#x20AC;˘ No work needed

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE

FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Large level lot (132â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 300â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900 FOUNTAIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8.5 acre building site with a couple acres of tillable located off the county road high on the hill overlooking the valley. #4077950 $99,000 $89,900 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wooded 5 acre building site with an amazing view. Additional land available. $119,900 $109,900 LANESBORO - CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Approximately 20 acre building site located along the blacktop. Great view, adjacent to state land, trails, 5 acres tillable with balance wooded. $220,000 $195,000 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CARROLTON TOWNSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 acres of woods with approximately 400â&#x20AC;&#x2122; of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #4076539 $49,900 LANESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details! $84,900 WYKOFF â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Farm in Jordan Township â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $474,900

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Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

815 CRESTWOOD COURT SPRING VALLEY • $269,000

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344 MAIN ST N #3 CHATFIELD

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Large ranch • 3 bedrooms on main floor • Master bath with walk-in closet • Hickory kitchen cabinets • Open kitchen, dining & living room • Wood floors • Vaulted ceilings • 9’ ceilings • Deck • Patio • Lower level is ready for you to finish your way - bath, bedroom, family and w/o to patio

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LANESBORO

$98,900

626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD

Breathtaking views of scenic Lanesboro Dam and bluffs • 3 bedroom • 2 baths • Formal living room • Dining room • Family room • 3-season porch • Large patio area • Fireplace • Retaining walls • 2 car attached garage • Brick 3 bedrooms • Large fenced yard • Newer windows • Living room • exterior NEW

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

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$153,500

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3 bedrooms • Baths • Large main floor master • Main floor laundry • Remodeled 2nd level • Formal dining room • Living room • New roof • New Ranch home • Wood floors • 3-season porch • Updated kitchen • Vinyl windows • New vinyl siding • New deck • Garage • Storage shed • Close to siding • Deck • Patio • Garage • Lower level is wide open to finsih your pool and park • Large corner lot way • Quiet street

$40,500

105 ELMWOOD ST. E LANESBORO (SLANT AVENUE)

2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, ﬁshing, camping • Private • Ideal for house or cabin

XXXXX DEEP RIVER ROAD LANESBORO

$280,000

Remodeled and updated • Scenic Lanesboro • Next to State Bike Trail • High trafﬁc area • Unlimited possibilities • Wood ﬂoors • High ceilings • Laundry on both levels • 2 bedroom apartment upstairs • Enclosed porch • 2 car garage • New window • Metal roof

Prime 80-acre hunting land with thick woods and approximately 22 acres tillable. Would also make a great building site or rec land. Located just outside Whalan.

$114,900

27583 DEEP RIVER ROAD LANESBORO

Commercial Opportunities

$125,000

606 JAMES ST NE CHATFIELD

385 HILLSIDE SR. SE CHATFIELD

$135,000

144 MAIN STREET PRESTON

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

BUILDING LOT FOR SALE

529 1ST ST

$218,000

90 MAIN STREET FOUNTAIN

140-acre farm • Approximately 63 acres tillable • Approximately 20 acres pasture ground • Building site with outbuildings Great location at the Head of the State Bike Trail • Updated and remodeled • Woods • 1920 sq.ft. pole shed • Old barn • Ideal spot to • Ideal for retail, ofﬁce space, storage, rental space • Over 4,000 sq. ft. • Unlimited potential build on

32795 GALLOP LANE LANESBORO

SOLD!

Commercial Opportunities

FORESTVILLE STATE PARK

$59,900

$630,000

SOLD!

Dining room • Covered patio • Quiet street NEW

1029 BUCKNELL COURT SPRING VALLEY • $279,000

Affordable home - own for less than what rent payments would be. Great property with potential for improvements or great investment property. Newer furnace, some updated windows and partially fenced yard. 4 bedrooms 2 baths, hardwood floors, formal dining area, eat in kitchen and mud room area coming in the back side door. Property priced in its “As Is” condition.

ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE

101 CEDAR ST FOUNTAIN

$35,000

Spectacular views • Large ranch • Master suite w/jetted tub • WalkING $114,900 in closet • Main ﬂoor laundry • Formal living room and dining room LIST EW • Remodeled kitchen • 4 bath • Lower level is currently set up as a N mother-in-law apartment • Completely remodeled and updated • 1/2 Large ranch • 4 bedrooms on main ﬂoor • 2 baths • Remodeled kitchen acre lot • Wildlife • Large deck • Remodeled bath • Newer appliances • 24x26 family room w/walk-out Condo • 2 bedrooms • 2 baths • Open living, Dining and Kitchen • Large master with • Large private patio • Newer furnace and a/c • Newer water heater • 2 w/in closets • Attached garage ING $268,000 New sewer line • New roof to be installed • Updated electrical box • NEW LIST 1000 21ST LANE SE Move-in ready • Large quiet yard G STIN

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408 S BROADWAY SPRING VALLEY • $49,900

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

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

400 HILLCREST ST LANESBORO

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Custom built 3 bedroom 4 bath home. Located in “country” setting with mature trees and wildlife roaming the property. Gorgeous sun room, 3 season porch, deck off master bedroom, circle drive and 2 - 2 car detached garages and storage shed. Formal dining area, eat-in kitchen with center island, 2 stone fireplaces, finished lower level with family room, wet bar and 3/4 bath w/shower. Huge master bedroom with master bath featuring walk-in shower & soaking tub PLUS large walk in closet. Many extra amenities. Beautiful yard with blacktop circle drive. Call for your appointment to view!

202 RIDGEVIEW LANE

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$204,900

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22923 OAK HILL DRIVE SPRING VALLEY • $259,000

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Affordable 3 bedroom 2 bath home that has been updated and remodeled. New shingles on the garage, updated windows on the house, hardwood floors, all appliances included, leaded glass windows, French Door, original woodwork and open staircase. You’ll fall in love with the 3 season front porch and large deck off the back of the house. The 2 car detached garage has a work bench that is included. Owning this property is cheaper than paying rent!

Saturday, September 23

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(507) 346-2060 Cell: (507) 951-2071 Toll-Free: (888) 835-8141

715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com

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Spud Boy Diner

105 PARKWAY AVE LANESBORO

Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • High trafﬁc area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation

Call Todd today! 507-259-5454

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

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9 acres -Packed with Potential! 3 bdrm/2 bath home, 20x26 det 2 car garage, 1978- 14 x 70 Mobile home, 44 x 80 machine shed with 16 ft side walls and a 14 ft overhead doors (wired/220/shop). Wide open space with a pond and pasture. Easy access from Hwy 63. $137,500

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

Great location 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, updated kitchen with a great arrangement opens to dining area, updated windows, HE Furnace 2012, new carpet. Insulated heated garage. Back yard access to green space, plus the trail system, & river a short walk. $96,500

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308 Main St W. PRESTON

Simplify your life with everything on one level. 3 bdrm, 2 bath ranch Open ﬂoor plan, vaulted ceilings. Master bedrm with ensuite. 576 sq ft 2 car det garage, Home is on frost piers. Steel roof 2014. This home is neat as a pin and well cared for. Mayo bus picks up in town. $79,900

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Enjoy this peaceful acreage! Historic brick home in 4.84 acres with fenced pasture, barn, Quonset, and 2 car garage. On hard surface road. $114,900

BUILDING LOTS $10,000-$14,900

Panoramic views! Spacious 3 bedrooms, 3 bath home overlooking the valley. Custom kitchen, granite countertops, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, LL workshop and in-floor heat. Large master bedroom with walk-in closet and full bathroom & whirlpool. Access to the river and trail from this subdivision north of Lanesboro. $297,500

120 Center St E, HARMONY

City Cash back incentives starting at $5,000 NO builder restrictions, call for details! Let us help you build your new home! Harmony

Simply your lifestyle with this updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home. Fantastic layout, great 4 season room, opens to deck. XL 2 car att. garage. Easy walk to downtown $169,900

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AUCTION Fillmore Community Consignment

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2017 • 9 AM

Location: Hershberger Metal, 13702 - 371st Ave., Canton, MN 55922 Directions: One mile east of Canton, MN on Hwy 52; then one mile north on 371st Avenue. Serving Pancake Breakfast from 7am to 9:30am • Lunch Served by Amish Ladies

MACHINERY

John Deere Corn Sheller #12 McCormick Silo Filler, Works Nice Bobsled Flatrack w/Sideboards, Spring Seat Small Bobsled McCormick 100 Spreader John Deere Big 4 Mower 5’ Cut, Rebuild Bobsled w/New 10’ Box 7x14 Wagon on Minnesota Gear, Steel Wheels, Springs 3x12 Box on Minnesota Gear, Steel Wheels McCormick #6 Mower 5’ Cut, Good Condition 2 Sided Stainless Steel Hog Feeders New Holland 66 Baler

HORSES SELL APPROXIMATELY 2:30

HORSES, PONIES & ANIMALS

#1. Sailor- Standardbred Friesian X Dark Bay 16:1 H.H., Broke Single, Double & Ride, Good Women’s Horse, Good Speed, T.S.S. #2. & 3. Pete & Prince- 3 & 4 Yr. Old Morgan Percheron X Geldings Black 15:3 H.H., Well Started Double (Good working prospects) Bio Harness Set sells after team #4. & 5. Bell & Bess- 4 & 5 Yr. Old Mares, 1/4 Quarter Horse & 3/4 Percheron Black 16:1 & 16:2 H.H., Broke to All Farm Machinery, Quiet Team exposed to Grulla Draft Cross Stud, Nylon Draft Harness Set to sell after team #6. Rocky- 2 Yr. Old Dutch Harness X Gelding, Black Stripe & 2 White Socks 15:3 H.H., Broke Single, Up in the Lines, T.S.S. (Out of Toby Detwieler Stud) #7. Duke- 3 Yr. Old Bay Morgan Percheron X Bay 15 H.H., Well Started Single & Double (Good working prospect) #8. & 9. Prince & Patz- 2 & 3 Yr. Old Mare & Gelding, Morgan Percheron X Black 15:2 & 15:3 H.H. (Open), Broke Double, Been on Farm Machinery, Broke Single, T.S.S. #10. Grake- 1 Yr. Old Dutch Standardbred X Gelding Bay 4 White Socks (Will make a good buggy horse) #11. Groe- 3 Yr. Old Morgan Percheron X Gelding Gray, Started Double, 16:1 H.H. #12. & 13. Alice & Ashley- 2 & 5 Yr. Old Mares, Quarter Belgian X Bay Roan & Red Roan (Open) 16 H.H., Broke to All Farm Machinery, Bio Harness Set sells after team #14. 2 Yr. Old Quarter Horse X Bay, Quiet & Gentle Gelding

HORSES, PONIES & ANIMALS

#15. 2 Yr. Old Quarter Horse Mare White 14 H.H., Broke to Ride #16. 3 Yr. Old Mare Standardbred X 15 H.H., Green Broke (Should be well started by sale date) #17. 3 Yr. Old Haflinger X Mare, Green Broke #18. 3 Yr. Old Morgan Gelding, Halter Broke #19. 1 Yr. Old Haflinger X Stud, Halter Broke #20. Spike- 1 Yr. Old Morgan Percheron X Gray Gelding, Halter Broke #21. Rocky- 1 Yr. Old Sorrel Quarter Horse Gelding, Halter Broke #22. Benny- 1 Yr. Old Dutch Standardbred X Bay Stud, 2 White Socks #23. 5 Yr. Old Gelding 3/4 Friesian & 1/4 Standardbred, Broke Jersey Heifer due December, First Calf

SHOP TOOLS & MISC.

Delta Wood Lathe 48”, Model #1440, Good Condition Grizzly Metal Lathe G 4000, Good Condition Sears Oscillating Sander, Good Condition Semco 30 Gal. Sprayer Refer Cooling Unit Rigid 14” Band Saw, Line Shaft Ready Heavy Duty Riveter #910-87 Heavy Duty Riveter #450-425 20 + Boxes Rivets Rockwell 6” x 24” Belt Sander Delta Milwaukee Drill Press Grizzly 6” Jointer on Stand Woodmaster 18” Planer Line Shaft Ready Honda 3000 PSI Pressure Washer, Needs Work New Post Pounder New 3 Ton Chain Hoist New 1 1/2 Ton Chain Hoist 3 in One Shear Press Brake Slip Roll 30” 2) New Kids Wagon

QUILT

Tricky Mosaic Queen Size Bed in Purple & Green

BUGGIES & TACK 2) Saddle Older 2 Seated Surrey

BUGGIES & TACK

2) New Regular Size Stable Blanket New Lead Ropes New Neck Ropes 5 New Horseshoe Tack Hooks New Eveners- 2 Horse; 3 Horse; 4 Horse Neck Yokes New Clevises

ANTIQUES

Good Selection of Steel Wheels Wagon Load of Antiques Miller Falls No. 666 Breast Drill, Rare New Miller Falls No. 120B Breast Drill Miller Falls No.97 Breast Drill Other Miller Falls Drills Clipper 3” to 6” Belt Lacer Hay Trolleys Hay Pulleys Yankee Breast Drill No. 1545, Good Condition Skinner Auger Brace 6” Sweep Yankee No. 13A Other Yankees Old Wrenches Draw Knives Old Cans Adze Mauls Hatchets Lots of Hand Tools

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

Double Poly Washtub on New Stand Pioneer Princess Cookstove, Stainless Steel Brick Pink Depression Dishes Dressmaker Zig Zag Sewing Machine Head 31 Day Clocks Box of Glasses Screens Stainless Steel Tub w/Stand

SPORTING GOODS

12’ Game Flat Bottom Fishing Boat, Good Condition

AUCTION NOTE: This is only a partial listing. They are expecting many more consignments by sale time. Consignments will be accepted up until 9:00 am on sale day. We expect to sell with two auction rings most of the day.

For more information contact: 507-481-8112 Dan E. Hershberger, 13702-371st Ave., Canton, MN 55922 or Murt Boyum, 43991 Cty Rd 10, Rushford, MN 55971

Murt Boyum • MN Lic. # 23-11-005 • Phone: 507-273-6941 John Marg • MN Lic. # 28-09-013 • Phone: 715-284-4684

TERMS: Cash or good check with positive ID. Not responsible for theft or accidents. Nothing removed until settled for.