Fillmore County Journal 9.19.11

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Preliminary budget and levy set by county

By K aren R eisner kreisner@fillmorecountyjournal.com

After some discussion, the county board adopted resolutions to set the 2012 preliminary budget and levy. The budget is down over seven percent from 2011, but the levy is set to increase by 1.94 percent.

Commissioner Duane Bakke said individual property taxes are determined by many things.

Every parcel is different, and some property taxes will go up and others down due to other factors.

County Coordinator Karen Brown explained some counties are lowering their levy by as much as three percent while others are increasing it by seven percent or more. Auditor/Treasurer Shirl Boelter noted having

reviewed counties statewide, several are increasing their levies by as much as 10 percent because of the legislature’s elimination of the Homestead Market Value Credit and the implementation of the Homestead Market Value Exclusion.

Last week the county board had discussed using about $100,000 from the fund balance to get the levy increase to 2.5 percent or less. With additional late payments that added to Public Health revenues and a shifting of a partial payment for survey equipment for the Highway Department to 2011, the proposed levy was reduced to an increase of 1.94 percent without the use of the $100,000 from the fund balance.

Commissioner Tom Kaase argued that we have exceeded

preliminary levy to an increase of .72 percent. Kaase asked why. Bakke responded that the fund balance is available and can reduce the 2012 levy, insisting the money is in the bank that can reduce the levy. Commissioner Chuck Amunrud said we can always revisit using the $100,000 when we set the final levy, adding it is more prudent to wait.

Historically, the board hasn’t changed the levy after the preliminary levy has been set. Kaase suggested that this year there is the unknown with the changes made by the legislature eliminating the Homestead Market Value Credit.

The motion to use the $100,000 from the fund balance to reduce the levy to an increase of .72 percent was defeated

our expectations getting to the 1.94 percent increase without reducing the fund balance, saying we should save for a rainy day. Commissioner Randy Dahl said the county is relying on the General Fund to cover several things and with so many things (potential expenses) out of our control, he was not in favor of reducing the fund balance.

Bakke insisted the $100,000 should be used to further reduce the levy to an increase of only .72 percent. Boelter suggested it would be more prudent to wait and see what the increases are county wide. The county would still have the option of lowering the levy before setting the final levy in December.

Bakke made a motion to take the $100,000 from the fund balance to further reduce the

with Chairman Marc Prestby and Bakke voting in favor and Amunrud, Kaase, and Dahl voting against.

The resolutions to adopt the 2012 budget as presented and to set the 2012 levy with an increase of 1.94 percent were approved. A public meeting to discuss the 2012 budget and levy and to allow for citizen input was set for 6:30 p.m. on December 13, 2011.

Social Services Social Services Manager Gail Bunge and Tom Boyd reviewed the 2012 social service budget.

Fifty-seven county dollars are expended per capita for social services in Fillmore County.

The county ranks the fifth lowest in the state, with the state average being $121 per capita.

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Another busy week for Fillmore County Emergency Response Teams Police car chase near Rushford

Chatfield accident

By Jade Wangen Wednesday, September 14 at 9:44 am there was a head-on collision between two vehicles on Highway 52 near County Road 7, just north of Chatfield.

Cheryl Jankiewicz, age 52 of Chatfield, was driving an Oldsmobile, which was southbound on Highway 52, when her vehicle crossed over the centerline and collided head-on with a northbound SunV RV, driven by David Decker, age 64, of Zimmerman, MN. Decker and the other passenger, Allen H. Ahles, age 72, sustained no injuries.

Mayo One transported Jankiewicz to St. Marys. Her injuries were not life threatening. The southbound lane of Highway 52 was shut down for an hour and 20 minutes.

Preston firefighters Dr. Dustin Arndt, left, and Dan Root, right, worked to control a hay fire that destroyed a shed out at Jim and Sheila Marzolf’s rural Preston farm.

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By Jade Wangen Preston/Lanesboro Police Chief Matt Schultz and Fillmore County Deputy John DeGeorge were called to a scene in Rushford for a domestic assault incident on Monday, September 12. Suspect Kyle Gilow, age 21 of Winona, fled from Rushford Police Chief Sam Stensgard in his vehicle. At that point, DeGeorge got into his vehicle and began pursuing Gilow.

According to DeGeorge, the chase reached high speeds at some points, and went through Rushford into Winona County.

One of the squad cars pursuing him became disabled and they lost site of him for a short time.

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A state patrol helicopter located the suspect’s car in a cornfield, and a search turned up nothing.

He had fled on foot, and ended up in Winona County, where he turned himself in.

DeGeorge said Gilow is currently at the Mower County Jail in Austin, as there was also a warrant out for his arrest for burglary in Mower County. He will face charges of fleeing a peace officer, a felony, along with domestic abuse charges, and possible charges in Winona County as well.

Monday, September 19, 2011

Drive-Thru Vaccination Exercise

You are invited to view Fillmore County Public Health’s Drive-Thru Vaccination Exercise, which will take place on Monday, September 19, 2011, from 5:15 to 6:45 PM, rain or shine, at 902 Houston Street North, Preston, MN. September is Preparedness Month. The health of Fillmore County citizens is important to local public health. In order to practice different ways to quickly and safely provide treatment to county residents during a public health emergency we are testing a drive-

thru model with a pre-selected population. This is the first full-scale exercise of this type to be conducted in MN in which vaccinations will actually be given to people.

Any questions, contact : Brenda Leigh Pohlman, BS, MPH Health Educator Fillmore County Public Health 902 Houston Street NW, Suite 2 Preston, MN 55965 507-765-2636 Fax: 507-765-2139

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236 Gold Street, Box 7, Wykoff, MN • Pastor Amanda Larsen service times: 8:30 am (changing to 10:30 am in october, 2011.) sunday school 9:30 a.m. sept. - May The Wykoff United Methodist Church has been an important part of the Wykoff Community since 1898!

Through hosting German Dinners and Chicken Pie Suppers, we have long been a part of helping the entire town gather together. From nine months to 99 years, there is a a place for you at Wykoff United Methodist Church!

We share in worship each week at 8:30 am (changing to 10:30 am in October, 2011.) Through worship we are reminded of God’s love for us, and challenged to share that love with the people in our town. Pastor Amanda Larsen offers relevant messages that speak to real life situations. One recent sermon series explored “The Gospel According to. . . Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, John Denver and Aretha Franklin!” Each week a “take home box” allows people to continue growing in faith in the following week.

Children are an important part of our ministry. We have Sunday School September- May at 9:30 am. Each week during worship, the children ring the bell, enjoy a special Children’s message and are free to be kids during church.

They sing in worship several times a year and share a special Christmas program. When a new child is baptized, the entire congregation vows to provide spiritual nurturing for that child. Each child is encouraged to develop their individual, unique gifts.

Wykoff United Methodist Church is also reaching outside of the community of Wykoff to save lives across the globe. Though our work with Imagine No Malaria, we are part of a commitment to completely eradicate deaths due to malaria in Africa within five years. This is a big goal, but we are part of a really big group of people working to that same effort. With God’s help we will succeed. During Fall Fest you can help us swat out malaria. For $5, you can smash an old car decorated as a mosquito. Every $10 raised can purchase an insecticide treated bed net which is a significant part of preventing the spread of malaria.

Do you wish you had a place where you could . . .

• Seek ways to serve others? • Learn to trust God? • Be accepted for who you are?

• Be encouraged to be the best possible version of yourself?

• Be surrounded and supported by people who are trying to do the same thing?

Please visit us at Wykoff United Methodist Church!

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C ommentary Government spending

By Col. Stan Gudmundson, USAF (Ret) Our founders clearly did not foresee the dangers posed by the creation of hundreds of govern ment bureaucracies.

Consequently ,they did not include any Col. Stan means that would restrain Gudmundson or eliminate USAF (Ret) the many governmental functions and programs that are ineffective or have outlived their usefulness. Businesses in private enterprise however, have a constant reminder of what they are doing and how successful they are in doing it. Finances are reviewed continually and adjustments are made accordingly.

One way to force an assessment of government affairs is through sunset provisions. Virtually every agency, department etc. should be periodically sunset. Sunset laws would force bureaucracies to justify what they do and define how well they do it. Sunsetting would provide the ability to reduce a bureaucracy’s size, consolidate its functions, privatize it, eliminate it altogether, or even, in rare cases,

expand it.

Congress must first consider whether or not a governmental organization is performing a constitutional function. And if it is, is it accomplishing what it was designed or chartered to do.

For example, has the Department of Energy decreased our dependence on foreign oil? If it isn’t helping to solve our energy problems, why does it continue to exist?

Another example is the Department of Education. Have American students shown that they can compete with the rest of the world? Are we climbing up the ranking ladder, remaining stagnant, or are we declining? We all know the answer to that question. Why, therefore, do we have still have the Department of Education?

During the 50s and 60s, the country took note of the shabby condition of the environment and responded. We have made incredible progress in changing the way we view and treat our planet. Virtually everything is cleaner and better.

We have improved our conditions by perhaps 70 or 80 percent or even higher. Does it therefore make sense to continually increase the size of the EPA? Shouldn’t its size and budget be reduced proportionally to the degree it has helped

improve the environment?

How big a staff and budget does the EPA need to deal with the challenges of the 30 percent or so that remain. Or can we eliminate most and/or fold their remaining functions into other departments?

Because I will bet dollars to wellused kitty litter that an agency with a huge budget, too many people, and not enough to do will be fooling around in areas that they shouldn’t be in. And also finding ways to restrict our liberty.

Sunset provisions must also ensure that government is not in the marketplace. Among others, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should be eliminated.

In addition, there are literally hundreds of private radio and television stations. Why do taxpayers provide any funding for public broadcasting when there are so many alternatives?

The National Endowments for the Whatevers are other governmental organizations that also have no constitutional basis nor are of much practical use.

America is not a racist nation either legally or in practice. The “race industy” however has little interest in reducing the numbers of so-called diversity coordinators, or whatever they are called, or others who do nothing but fuss about our differences. But we have changed.

There is no point in continuing

things like affirmative action programs and its time to reduce the size and scope of departments like the EEOC. They need to be sunset.

One of the constant refrains I’ve heard over the years is the “yeah but”, compared to the rest of the budget, the money spent on xyz program is “trivial” As if government being involved in areas it shouldn’t be in is inconsequential.

Cumulatively they are not trivial. Any agency or program whose existence is justified by “yeah but” should be eliminated. Like Head Start for example. Study after study tells us that this program has no long term positive effect. Since it is essentially useless and a waste of money, let’s get rid of it.

Pork barrel spending is another example of the “yeah buts”. “Yeah but”, I’ve repeatedly heard, even if all pork barrel spending were eliminated, that wouldn’t balance the budget. But that’s not the point. It’s just plain wrong. Plus we are broke.

We can’t afford it.

Locally, Preston Minnesota just got a grant for almost $800,000 to upgrade a scenic overlook. During a time of fiscal crisis is this critical? Taxpayers will have to borrow about 40 percent of these funds to pay for that “little grant”. That’s $320,000.

A Winona businessman gets a grant of about $70,000. We’re bor-

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State adds 5,800 jobs in private sector in August Minnesota added 28,400 jobs in August, largely related to laidoff state employees returning to work after the three-week government shutdown ended, according to figures released by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).

“Job growth in the private sector continues to be a bright spot of the Minnesota economy,” said DEED Commissioner Mark Phillips. “We have seen state manufacturers, construction companies and other private businesses add more Editorial Cartoon

than 42,000 jobs in the past four months.”

Phillips also noted that initial claims for unemployment insurance benefits fell to 19,625 in August, the fewest in Minnesota in three years.

The return of government workers accounted for 22,600 of the job gains, while the private sector added 5,800 jobs during the month. The state unemployment rate remained unchanged at a seasonally adjusted 7.2 percent, although that number was skewed by the “smoothing” of

data that understated the impact of thousands of state employees returning to work en masse.

Along with state government, other sectors that gained jobs during the month were trade, transportation and utilities (up 4,100), construction (up 2,200), education and health services (up 1,400), manufacturing (up 1,200), and professional and business services (up 700).

The construction industry has added 7,500 jobs in the past four months, the first gain in jobs dur-

rowing $28,000 to pay for that.

The Rushford airport got a grant of roughly $350,000 for a new hangar. It’s a nice hangar but, again, we are borrowing $140,000. Multiply all of these “grants” by the number of congressman and senators and other “agency” grants and add all of the “yeah buts” together and we’re talking about serious money. And the Chinese are lending us how much of this?

The problem of an increasingly huge government has consequences. First, we can’t afford their outof-control spending. Second, we will lose our superpower status.

That won’t be good for either us or the rest of the world. Third, we are eliminating our ability to respond to a truly catastrophic and very expensive emergencies. Fourth, it creates an entitlement mentality, one that fosters dependency and ultimately turns citizens into subjects. The latter problem is particularly dangerous as it changes culture from one of independence to one of dependence. We will become Greece writ large but without the Germans to bail us out.

Fifth, it lowers our standard of living.

We can no longer afford government on autopilot. Finally, the more government there is the less liberty we will have. And we will become serfs rather than citizens. If we aren’t already.

ing the summer construction season since before the housing crash in 2006.

Job losses occurred in Minnesota last month in leisure and hospitality (down 3,300), financial activities (down 200), other services (down 200) and information (down 100). Mining and logging was unchanged.

Over the past year, the following sectors have added jobs: trade, transportation and utilities (up 12,400), leisure and hospitality (up 12,400), education and health services (up 11,200), manufacturing (up 7,100), professional and business services (up 5,400), financial activities (up 500), and logging and mining (up 200).

Year-over-year job losses have occurred in government (down 2,600), information (down 1,200), other services (down 1,100) and construction (down 100).

In the state Metropolitan Statistical Areas, job gains have occurred in the past year in the Mankato MSA (up 3.7 percent), Rochester MSA (up 2.7 percent), the DuluthSuperior MSA (up 2.3 percent) and the Minneapolis-St. Paul MSA (up 1.5 percent). The St. Cloud MSA was statistically unchanged.

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In the September 12 edition of the Fillmore County Journal, there was an article about the Coffee Street Inn in Lanesboro that incorrectly stated that Cheryl Sherry is the new owner. It should have read that Sherry is the new Innkeeper.

We apologize for any confusion.

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C ommentary One Moment Please...

Great stories, memories and Scrabble

By Jason Sethre Publisher of the Fillmore County Journal Cell phone: 507-251-5297 I remember playing Scrabble at the kitchen table against my greatgrandmother, Mabel Leighty, as she seemingly made up words I had never heard of on her way to an unopposed victory. I was 12 at the time, Jason Sethre but that memory still sticks with me for many reasons.

She would tell me stories about what it was like growing up when she was a little girl born and raised in Southwest Minnesota -- Lakefield, to be exact.

Mabel, about 93 years old at the time, told me about the time the wild outlaw Jesse James came along with his gang and asked her father if he and his crew could sleep over-

night in the barn. Without any problems, Jesse and his men stayed overnight, disappearing the next morning.

The next day, the Sheriff arrived with a picture of Jesse James, asking if they had seen this gentleman.

My ancestors led them in the right direction on the trail of the notorious Jesse James.

To me, this is interesting, because all of our ancestors are a part of the history books.

My parents remember when John F. Kennedy was shot. Along with my parents, I remember the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger explosion.

We all know where we were when the 9-11 attacks devastated our nation in so many ways.

I guess what I am gradually learning to appreciate as time passes me by is knowing where I came from. Where did my ancestors live? What was life like for them?

Who is related to who?

When I was younger, I didn’t think about it.

And, thanks to many local resi-

dents, I have constant reminders of my heritage. Since my wife and I bought the Fillmore County Journal back in January 2009, many people, mostly from Preston, have brought in yardsticks, bottle openers, framed advertisements, pens and pencils. All of these specialty items are either labeled Sethre Chevrolet Co. or Sethre Implement, dating back to when my great-grandfather, Martin Sethre, was the owner of a Chevrolet dealership and a Massey Harris implement in Preston.

Thanks to everyone who has dropped by with memorabilia. It means a lot to me.

The reason I bring this up is because I think we need a constant reminder to visit with our grandparents, great-grandparents and possibly great-great-grandparents -- if you are so lucky. During those visits, we need to soak up as much history and wisdom, as possible. These stories become a vivid reality to what we read in our history books. I do miss Mabel, who passed away at the age of 97.

While she has been gone for a few years, her stories will live on with my children and hopefully future generations.

Left: Andrea Hellickson gave me this Sethre Chevrolet bottle opener while I was taking pictures of the President Obama motorcade on August 15. Right: Steve Schlick stopped by the Journal with this framed advertisement of Sethre Implement.

Photos by Amanda Sethre

1,787 arrested for DWI during end-of-summer crackdown An 18-day statewide enhanced DWI enforcement effort, August 19–September 5, resulted in the arrest of 1,787 motorists. Preliminary DWI arrest totals were reported to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety by 295 law enforcement agencies.

Consequences for a DWI include loss of license for up to a year, up to $20,000 in legal costs, heightened insurance rates, and possible jail time. Effective July 1 this year, all DWI repeat offenders — as well as first-time offenders with an alcoholconcentration limit twice the legal

limit — are required to have ignition interlock for at least one year in order to have driving privileges restored.

“Despite reaching a low point in alcohol-related traffic deaths in 2010, many motorists are failing to consider others’ safety by driving impaired,” says Minnesota State Patrol Lt. Eric Roeske. “Those who make this poor decision will face serious consequences. Don’t risk it.”

The State Patrol reported 326 DWIs during the effort. In the metro, St. Paul Police Department reported 97 arrests, followed by

Fillmore County District Court On August 29, 2011, Justin Leroy Rickert, 34, of Wykoff, appeared before Judge Robert Benson at the Fillmore County Courthouse for sentencing. Brett Corson was the prosecuting attorney. Rickert waived his rights to an attorney. Due to his plea of guilty, Rickert was found guilty of burglary in the second degree, which has a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail, $20,000, or both. All other charges were dismissed. Rickert had broken into a restaurant, stolen money and a computer, and caused damage to the property.

Rickert was sentenced to 30 months in jail, and given credit for 266 days already served. At least 2/3 of that must be carried out in prison, and no more than 1/3 carried out under supervised release. He must also pay restitution in the amount of $6,964.14, as well as $140 in fees.

Andrew Leigh Millen, age 45 of Wykoff, appeared before Judge Benson on August 30 for sentencing. Brett Corson was the prosecuting attorney, and Patrick Arendt the attorney for the defense. Millen was convicted of one count of Drugs in the 5th degree, possession,

not a small amount of marijuana.

Other drug-related charges were dismissed.

Millen was sentenced to a St. Cloud Correctional Facility for 13 months, which was stayed for five years. He was also sentenced to 180 days in the Fillmore County Jail, and given credit for 59 days already served. He also has to pay $2,090 in fees.

Andrew Russell Kapell, age 23 of Blue Grass, Iowa, was brought before Judge Benson on September 12 after an incident at BBG’s Bar in Mabel. Kapell was charged with Assault in the 3rd Degree- Substantial bodily harm, which has a maximum sentence of five years in jail, $10,000, or both. He was also charged with Assault in the 5th degree- inflict or attempt bodily harm, with a maximum sentence of 90 days in jail or $1,000, and giving a peace officer a false name, another person’s name, with a maximum sentence of one year, $3,000, or both.

Police were called to BBG’s Bar in Mabel because a man had been hit in the head and needed an ambulance. They found the man

Roseville P.D. (34); Bloomington P.D. (32); White Bear Lake P.D. (28); Eden Prairie P.D. (25); Minneapolis P.D. (24); and Brooklyn Park P.D. and Edina P.D. at 19 each.

In greater Minnesota — where 77 percent of the alcohol-related traffic deaths in 2010 occurred — Rochester P.D. arrested 38, followed by Duluth P.D. and Beltrami Sheriff at 22 each; Moorhead P.D. (19); St. Cloud P.D. (19); Mankato Public Safety (14); and Olmsted Sheriff (14).

DPS reports enhanced DWI

enforcement and education campaigns have factored in a continuing drop of alcohol-related deaths — the 131 deaths last year was the lowest annual fatality count on record.

In Minnesota, one in seven drivers has a DWI on record. Last year, 29,918 motorists were arrested.

Roeske stresses for Minnesotans to always plan for a safe ride — designate a sober driver, use a cab/ public transportation, or stay at the location of the celebration. He says families should let each other know that they will be available to offer a safe ride home. Roeske adds

bleeding from the head with a swollen left eye. He did not know who hit him. A witness said they heard a man bragging about hitting someone, and pointed him out to police.

The man said he was Aaron Alan Kapell, and denied hitting the man.

He was intoxicated and he told several conflicting stories, but he had a wound on his hand from hitting the man. When he was arrested, it was found that he was really Andrew Russell Kapell, and had used his twin brother’s ID, name and information when talking to the police.

Kapell was given $1,000 conditional bail and $10,000 unconditional. He must not have any alcohol, drugs, or firearms. His next appearance is October 13, 2011.

Garren Lee Brusse, age 27 of Preston, came before Judge Benson on September 12. He was charged with fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, which has a maximum sentence of three years and one day, $5,000, or both. He was also charged with fleeing a peace officer on something other than a motor vehicle, with a maximum sentence of 90 days, $1,000, or both, reckless driving, and careless driving, with the same sentences.

Police in Preston tried to pull over

two vehicles that were speeding and swerving, and the vehicles sped up.

They were pursued at speeds reaching 70-80 miles per hour on County Road 12. Police eventually found the truck empty in a driveway. They traced the owner, whose boyfriend was a passenger in the vehicle at the time.

Brusse was given $5,000 unconditional bail and released on his on recognizance. He must submit to drug testing, and not have any drugs or alcohol. His next appearance is October 31, 2011.

Tyshaun Lafayette English, age 23 of Grand Meadow, also appeared before Judge Benson on September 12. He was charged with five counts of fraud with a financial transaction card, which each have a maximum sentence of five years in jail, $10,000, or both. English paid $300 in court fees using a stolen debit card number on October of 2010.

The victim reported the charge as fraud, and she doesn’t know English or how he could have gotten her number. English denied the charge at first, and then said he got the numbers from a friend in St. Paul.

He has two prior convictions within the last five years for the same thing in Ramsey and Mower counties.

motorists can help stop impaired drivers by calling 911 when witnessing impaired driving behavior. Witnesses must be prepared to provide location, license plate and observed dangerous behavior.

DWI enforcement is a component of the state’s core traffic safety initiative, Toward Zero Deaths (TZD).

TZD focuses on the application of four strategic areas to reduce crashes — education, enforcement, engineering and emergency trauma response.

The goal of the program is 350 or fewer deaths by the end of 2014.

To-date, there have been 224 traffic deaths in Minnesota compared to 286 at this time last year.

English was released on his own recognizance on $10,000 unconditional bail. His next court appearance is October 10, 2011.

Government this week •Monday,Sept. 19, Preston

City Council, Council Chamber, 6:00 p.m.

• Monday, Sept. 19, Kingsland School Board, 7:00 p.m.

• Monday, Sept. 19, RushfordPeterson School Board, Rushford Computer Room, 6:30 p.m.

• Tuesday, Sept. 20, Rushford Village City Council, Rushford Village Community Center, 7:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, Sept. 20, MabelCanton School Board, 7:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, Sept. 20, Houston School Board, 7:00 p.m.

•Thursday, Sept. 22, Lanesboro School Board, Lanesboro School Office, 7:00 p.m.

Schedule subject to change.

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The figures demonstrate that Fillmore County continues to be fiscally conservative. The county keeps administrative costs comparably low.

The greatest bulk of the social services budget goes toward health care. About 10 percent of the county’s population is benefiting from some program.

Numbers are higher due to economic conditions, especially for food support. Food support has increased over 100 percent since 2008. This increase is a reality across the state.

Amunrud noted that there have been staffing reductions in both social services and public health.

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SE Minnesota Human Services redesign Efforts have been ongoing for twelve southeast Minnesota counties to cooperate to improve the effectiveness of human services and to get the greatest return on taxpayer dollars. The intent is to reduce duplication, to share knowledge and experience, and make use of technological advances for collaboration. The counties have developed a design blueprint. The intent is to maximize the use of monies while providing mandated services.

Bunge stated the next step is for the board to opt in or out. To participate the counties need to raise money for feasibility studies, to look into the co-op model, to see if it will work and to see if there will be savings. An expected level of contribution

to the study for each county is figured based on each county’s population. If all counties agree to participate, it will cost Fillmore County $10,440 for their share. This amount would be more if a few of the counties were to opt out.

Amunrud feels it would be a good investment and could create savings in the future. The intention is not to just create another layer of government. Kaase said he likes the proactive approach the counties are taking. Bakke stated he favored going ahead unless the cost is increased significantly due to several counties opting out. Amunrud said, “We are at the point, either we are in or we are out.”

Boyd made it clear that state involvement is very important to make it a worthwhile project.

Harmony looks at garbage proposals

By Jade Wangen The Harmony City Council spent a lot of time sorting out prices and discussing proposals for garbage and recycling options. A few residents and business owners were present to voice their opinion or ask questions.

The city currently uses Waste Management for residential garbage pick-up. Several commercial businesses use them as well, but some have switched to another company, complaining of too high or changing prices. The RFP stated the company would have both residential and commercial customers in the city of Harmony.

Proposals were received from Waste Management, S&S Sanitation, Richard’s Sanitation, and Harter’s. City Administrator Jerome Illg spent time putting the proposals together so they were easy to compare.

The proposals were for a fiveyear contract, and both Waste Management and Richard’s Sanitation had three percent increases each year. Waste Management had two different options with garbage bags, and Richard’s Sanitation also had the option for carts.

Illg said if they went with a cart option, they would have to have some open houses for people to see the carts and decide which size they would need. A larger family would save more money with the cart system than someone who puts out less garbage.

Tony Severson of S&S Sanitation said his prices are based on Fillmore County’s tipping fees, so the prices wouldn’t change if he only had either commercial

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Illg explained the theory with the bags is that the more garbage a person has, the more they pay, so people with very little garbage aren’t paying the same amount as a family of four.

S&S Sanitation bills commercial customers by weight. They have a scale on the truck that weighs the dumpsters. This way, they pay for the amount they throw away. Also, S&S Sanitation has a discount for senior citizens over 65 years of age.

Richard’s Sanitation said they would still have the same prices if they had residential or commercial instead of both. Rick Rud from Waste Management said the same thing.

Local business owner Jeremy Kreugel said he switched from Waste Management to another company and his bill was cut in third. Other business owners said they would not use Waste Management for their garbage removal.

Council member Jim Bakken said he liked the idea of commercial paying for weight, and he liked S&S for commercial.

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The council finally chose to accept the bid from Waste Management for residential garbage and recycling pick-up. They went with option two, which has a higher price for recycling, but offers a rebate. For both options, bags cost $1.57 each, and there is a base fee of $2.99 for garbage.

For commercial, businesses are allowed to choose between Waste Management and S&S Sanitation.

Preliminary Budget The Council approved the preliminary budget and levy for 2012 during the meeting. The total levy was set at $646,900,

With the co-op there needs to be an understanding that everyone is a part of it, providing transparency and trust. The Bush Foundation has agreed to pay half the cost of the study.

The board voted to participate in the feasibility study with the expected cost of $10,440. They will revisit the issue if the cost changes due to other counties opting out.

Amunrud expects it will take two to four years to implement the co-op model. With Community Services Administrator Boyd’s recent resignation the board is considering partnering with another county for their administrator. According to Karen Brown, Winona County has approached us about sharing an administrator. The board will seek more information to con-

sider this possibility.

Emergency Management Sheriff Daryl Jensen and Chief Dispatcher/Jailer/Emergency Manager Michael Ask asked for and received approval to update the Emergency Management Plan. Amunrud asked how the placement of Emergency Management with the Sheriff’s Department is working. Ask acknowledged that it is very time consuming. Jensen said a lot of planning goes on between emergency events. They agreed that it has worked out well with the two of them and it is a natural fit to be with the Sheriff’s Department.

Ask explained the state would like to have Emergency Management and the Sheriff’s Department separate, but he believes law enforcement does a better job.

which Illg said is a 6.9 percent increase from 2011. This is a notto-exceed amount, which can be lowered before the final budget is approved in December.

Illg explained to the council that there is no longer a market value credit, and it has been

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Lanesboro school forgoes participation in grocery store

By Jade Wangen Several people showed up at the Lanesboro School Board meeting on September 15 for a public forum on the grocery store issue. Board chairperson Dave Ruen gave a recap of the issue up to date. He said the school board was approached by the Lanesboro Grocery Store LLC and asked to consider financial participation in bringing a grocery store to Lanesboro, as they felt it would have an educational benefit. Before the August meeting, board members Lolly Melander and Sara Decker met with the LLC for a discussion.

“We all had reservations, but we felt it important to have the opportunity for patrons to speak up, so that we know we’re on the same page,” said Ruen. He added that all the board members have received phone calls and emails from people in the community wishing to voice their opinion.

Ruen then read a memo the board members received from the LLC that said they recommended the school forgo the project, and thanked them for considering it. After that, the

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board voted to forgo any further consideration.

Board member Steve Snyder said he was impressed with the input from the community, as people were very respectful. “It’s a good sign that they really care,” he said.

Preliminary Levy Another item discussed was the preliminary levy for 2012.

Superintendent Jeff Boggs said they only have numbers from last year, but he recommended they certify the maximum. He said it will give them the flexibility to look at the numbers over the next three months before the final levy is approved.

The board approved setting the maximum levy at $524,423.63.

MCA Tests High School Principal Brett Clark discussed MCA reading and math test results from last year. He said the new math class seems to be making a difference in test scores. He added there have been several seniors who have taken the MCA math class, passed the MCA test, but then chosen to stay in the class to be prepared for college.

Other Business The Master Agreement for certified staff was approved, as well as special teaching contracts.

Boggs said Sally Ming applied for a donation from ACE Communications, who has donated money to many places before.

This year they donated $1,000 to the daycare.

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ences where certain items went over budget or did not have a large enough budget. There was also money set aside, as will be for the next four years, for a new siren and generator. He is assuming the LGA (Local Government Aid) will be the same as last year, but they will not know until they actually get the check.

Theater project Chris Giesen of the Harmony EDA The(Economic Development Authority) spoke to the council Minnesota about the theater project. He reminded everyone that the Jem Theater in Harmony is being forced to update their projector to digital, at a cost of $75,000, or else they will have to go out DisplayThe Ad EDA has gotof business.

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Harmony man dies from fall According to Fillmore County Sheriff ’s Captain John DeGeorge, a 67 year old Harmony man died Tuesday after a fall from a ladder in the town of Granger in Fillmore County.

Gary James Pratt sustained injuries when he fell from a ladder while painting a barn at his home in the Town of Granger. He was pronounced dead shortly after. It appears that scaffolding supporting a ladder tipped backwards, resulting in the fall. The incident is still under investigation by the Fillmore County Sheriff ’s Office, and the Howard County Medical Examiner.

nity. The Trust for a Better Harmony organization would lease the projector to the theater to enable them to stay in business.

There are also other projects the organization could do. Gieser said there is no dedication of city funds for this project, other than his time and some help from Illg.

Maintenance Report City Maintenance employee Chris Johnson said he would be hauling sludge this year. He does this every other year. This year he will be hauling 20,000 gallons. They have a site, and Randy Ristau will haul for the same price as two years ago, a penny a gallon.

Johnson also mentioned Martin Oil has had some problems with vandalism and people tampering with things outside his business. Johnson said the city has a used light pole they can put up so there is a street light there.

Martin Oil would be responsible for the wiring to the light pole.

City employee Terry Bigalk said the water softener at the Community Center has reached the end of its life. They are looking at getting a new one, but will only need a standard-sized residential softener. They will get prices from several businesses in town.

Telecommunications Tower A public hearing for the installation of the telecommunications tower near the fire hall was held before the regular meeting.

There were no resident comments. The council approved the tower. There will be a building on the site, along with a fenced

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The council had requested a red flashing beacon light be put on top of the tower, even though it is not tall enough for it to be required.

Park Board Council member Dan Tieffenbacher said the Park Board discussed new playground equipment at Selvig Park, and decided they would need $34-35,000, not including labor costs. He added they eliminated some costs from that number, such as a special wood chip and molded edging. He also said the Conservation Club would be a fiscal agent for donations if they set up a fundraising project.

Chris Johnson mentioned that Aubrey Scrabeck has been helping with the project as well, donating her time, as well as some perennials planted in the garden.

Other Business Illg informed the council the city will need to help out Heritage Grove with expenses, and they may need $100,000. He said there is $40,000 budgeted, possibly $50,000 available. Heritage Grove still has some openings, but occupancy has gone up, and there is hope that will help with the finances.

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Fillmore County Sports Hooked and Laddered

By Paul Trende It wasn’t necessarily an extremely important play in the football game. Given the end score, it wasn’t necessarily of consequence period. It was the most memorable. It was perfectly executed. It definitely helped put one nail in Rushford-Peterson’s coffin. Leading 14-0 (via two and six yard first quarter touchdown runs by Marcus Tucker and Zach Olstad respectively), Fillmore Central faced a 4th down and six from the R-P 26 with 32 seconds to go in the first half. Falcon coach Chris Mensink delved into his trickeration bag, pulling out; Andy Todd (pass) to split end Ryan Baker (lateral) to fullback Olstad, 25-yard hook-andladder touchdown. It gave the visiting Falcons a commanding 21-0 lead at the break. If that wasn’t enough to demoralize the Trojans into submission, the first play of the second half did the trick. FC tailback Tyler Eickhoff broke free for a 73-yard touchdown run. The Falcons added a 14-yard Todd to Tanner Ristau touchdown strike.

They also preserved the shutout victory by stopping the Trojans on a 4th quarter 1st and goal situation. The final was 34-0. Eickhoff (12-124, TD) and Olstad (16-90, 2 TDs) paced a Falcon ground game that chewed up 270 yards. R-P’s lone bright spot was senior Chris Boemke who topped 100 yards

rushing. FC moved its record to 2-0, R-P the opposite at 0-2.

Surreal It’s the best way to describe the 9-man match-up between #4 Lanesboro and #13 Spring Grove.

It started just one play into the game. Spring Grove fumbled.

Lanesboro took over, advanced to the 1-yard line, and returned the fumbling-favor. The Lions turned around and marched 99 yards in 20 plays for the games first score, an 11-yard Blaine Storlie to Sam Ellingson (on 4th down). The Burros seemingly answered. Niko Anderson broke free for a 49-yard touchdown jaunt, but the run was negated by a hold. The scored stayed 6-0 visitors until, with 1:51 left in the 1st half, Ellingson fielded a punt and returned it 53 yards for a score (14-0 SG). The Lions then promptly kicked the ensuing boot out of bounds twice in a row (times two and three in the game).

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only just getting strangely unbelievable as, on one Lanesboro possession, the two teams combined for 11 penalties (they collectively tallied 27 total for the game). Eight of those infractions, including five Burro false starts, occurred during one set of downs (from one first down to the next). The Burros went from 1st and 10 at the SG 22, to 3rd and 23 (after penalties), to 3rd and 3 (after a long run), to 4th and 22 (more penalties), to 4th and 5 (following a SG penalty), to 1st and goal from the ten (after another SG penalty)! Anderson seemingly scored on the next play, but it was negated by a Burro penalty! In the end, Lanesboro turned the ball over on downs at the 19.

In the end, the Lions prevailed 28-0. The Burros record is an even 1-1.

Squandered Including their contest with Fillmore Central, the R-P volleyball team has played 12 matches. Of all the sets in all those matches, they would most like to have back one (and likely two) of the three they played against the Falcons.

On the other hand, from FC’s perspective, comeback wins come equipped fully with natural exaltation. After taking set one 25-19, the Falcons fell behind in the second game, at one point trailing 22-17, at another point 24-19. R-P needed just one point to even the match at one. They wouldn’t get that one point until after FC rattled off six straight and had taken a 25-24 advantage. R-P then sent a serve deep. FC sent their next opening volley perfect, an ace. The Falcons won set two 27-25. Set three was similar. R-P jumped ahead (15-7), but couldn’t sustain. The Falcons tied the game at 17, went ahead for good at 20-19, finally prevailing 25-23 (for the 3-0 match win).

Overall, it was a hitter’s clinic.

FC’s Alex Peterson emphatically pounded down 22 kills. Teammate Taylor Case added 16. R-P got 21 kills from Amy Todd and 16 from Kenzie Lind. Setters Emily Culhane (R-P), Morgan Malley (FC), and Jada Brunsvold (FC) were pivotal in that, recording 36, 21, and 15 assists respectively. R-P is now 7-5. FC is 3-1.

Volleyball 9-6-11 Chatfield 3, Southland 1 > 25-22, 21-25, 25-11, 26-24 > (C: Fourth set was tied at 24, Gophers got last two points to seal win.)

Dover-Eyota 0, Rushford-Peterson 3 > 25-11, 25-20, 25-16 (R-P: Kenzie Lind 10 kills, 8 digs, 6 aces; Amy Todd 10 kills, 7 digs, 5 aces; Emily Culhane 21 assists, Kendra Crawford 10 digs) Fillmore Central 3, Kingsland 0 > 25-17, 25-11, 25-20 > (FC: Alex Peterson 15 kills, 7 digs; Taylor Case 14 kills, 8 digs; Morgan Malley 25 assists. K: no stats) Lyle/Pacelli 1, Lanesboro 3 > 25-15, 25-15, 20-25, 25-19 > (L: Kaia Hongerholt 12 digs; Karlee Ruen 8 digs; Madison Ming 6 kills; Megan Kiehne 6 aces) Schaeffer Academy 0, Mabel-Canton 3 > 25-10, 25-4, 25-11 > (M-C:

Carly McCabe 18 assists; Lydia Geving 9 aces, 5 kills; Belle Sand 6 kills; Danielle Paul/Christine Lee 6 aces each) 9-8-11 Kingsland 3, Plainview-ElginMillville 2 > 25-11, 25-23, 20-25, 21-25, 15-7 > (K: Emily Schlitter 38 assists, 21 digs; McKayla Pruter 19 digs. PEM: Taylor Aakre 8 kills; Josie Montgomery 11 digs, 6 blocks, 4 aces; Haley Spring 14 digs. Knights pick up 1st W, move to 1-2) Lanesboro 3, Winona-Hope Lutheran 0 > 25-15, 25-23, 25-18 > (L: Linnea Thiss 4 kills, 4 assists; Karlee Ruen 8 assists, 5 digs; Kaia Hongerholt 9 digs; Madison Ming 5 blocks; Bryn Harmon 4 aces.

Burros are 3-1) Mabel Canton 3, Spring Grove 0 > 25-11, 25-20, 25-18 > (MC: Lydia Geving 13 kills, 16 digs; Belle Sand 12 kills, 14 digs; Carly McCabe 35 assists, 10 digs; Christine Lee 13 digs, 3 aces. SG: Addy Cross 19 assists, 15 digs; Randi Mehus 15 digs. Cougars are undefeated at 10-0) 9-10-11 Mankato West Tournament (at Minnesota State University) > Pool Play: Chatfield 2, Minnesota Valley Lutheran 0 (25-9, 25-21); Chatfield 2, Mankato East 0 (2512, 25-18); Chatfield 0, New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva 2 (27-29, 13-25) > Tournament Play: Chatfield 1, Windom Area 2 (25-23, 16-25, 9-15); Chatfield 1, Maple Grove-Heritage Christian Academy 2 (23-25, 25-10, 10-15).

Gophers are 9-4.

Football 9-9-11 # 6 Chatfield 6, Caledonia 26 (CHAT: Only TD came on a 6-yard Nate Skare to Jesse Julian pass in 3rd quarter. Gophers barely topped 100 yards total offense.

CALE: Adam Drenckhahn caught a 9-yard pass and returned a game clinching 4th quarter punt 81-yards

for TDs. Warriors only notched 150 yards offense. Chatfield is 1-1) Kingsland 6, Southland 28 (K: Registered less than 100 yards total offense. Got only score with less than 10 seconds remaining on a Chase Gasner 3-yard run. S: Mike Goergen had 170 yards rushing and 2 TD’s. Rebel offense notched almost 400 yards while scoring once in each quarter. Knights are 1-1) Houston 34, Mabel-Canton 20 (M-C: Gabe Lind 26 carries, 141 yards, 2 TD’s rushing; Jesse Amdahl 23 carries, 94 yards, TD rushing. H: Riley Horihan 4 carries, 70 yards, 2 TD’s rushing; Troy Sires had two passing TD’s.

Game was tied at 13 entering in the 4th. ‘Canes broke game open with a 2-yard Horihan TD run, a 3-yd Peter Jergenson TD run, and then Horihan capped the game with a 50-yard TD burst. Cougars are 0-2) Cross Country 9-8-11 La Crescent Invite > Boys Team: 1st Winona-Cotter 25, 2nd La Crescent 39, 3rd Lake City 108, 4th Wabasha-Kellogg 114, 5th L-A/R-P 149, 6th Stewartville 151, 7th Kingsland 192, 8th Arcadia W 194, Providence Academy Inc > Boys Individual: Top L-A/R-Per’s: 9th Austin O’Hare, 19th Graham Sullivan, 22nd Ryan Ruberg; Top Knights: 31st Clayton Friemuth, 52nd Dane Gillespie > Girls Team: 1st La Crescent 22, 2nd Stewartville 74, 3rd Arcadia WI 94, 4th Winona-Cotter 102, 5th L-A/R-P 121, 6th Lake City 135, 7th Wabasha-Kellogg 197, 8th Kingsland 211, Schaeffer Academy Inc, Providence Academy Inc > Girls Individual: Top L-A R-Per’s: 11th Alyson Mueller, 19th Mariah Olson, 32nd Danielle Eberhard, 33rd Courtney Doerr; Top Knight: 37th Melanie Woods, 40th Melinda Woods.

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Monday, September 19, 2011

Chatfield adopts preliminary levy for 2012

By Karen Reisner After additional reductions in the budget for 2012, the council adopted the 2012 budget and levy at their September 12 meeting.

The tax levy for the city is set to increase 8.13 percent. The final levy can be lowered from this figure, but not increased. Councilor Dave Frank was absent.

Councilor Paul Novotny said he was OK with the 8.13 percent increase now, but didn’t know if he will be in December. He went on to explain that the preliminary number gives the city some latitude. Councilors Josh Thompson and Ken Jacobson seemed to agree that they should take another look at the figure in December.

City Clerk Joel Young explained the effect of the 2011 legislature

repeal of the Homestead Market Value Credit and the enactment of the Homestead Market Value Exclusion. With the old law homesteads received a credit on their tax statement which reduced their gross tax. The state was to reimburse local governments for the sum of the market value credits granted.

With this system some of the levy for local governments came from property tax payments and some came from the state as credit reimbursement payments.

Young acknowledged that this system hasn’t worked very well, as the reimbursement from the state didn’t match the sum of the market value credits granted. In 2010 the city will get a fraction of the total.

Young expressed concern that the November tax statements will show

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more than the 8.13 percent levy increase due to the newly implemented Homestead Market Value Exclusion. Cities will no longer receive reimbursements from the state. With the new law a portion of the homestead market value will be excluded from taxation. In other words, on homesteads valued less than $413,800, a portion of the taxable value will be excluded and not subject to tax.

The overall tax capacity will be reduced causing the net tax for property owners to be increased, even if the levy is not increased.

Non-homesteads will be paying a larger portion of the levy because of the change in the composition of the tax base with the homestead exclusion. The state is eliminating $292 million of spending on market value credits.

Young explained that with less dollars to collect from homestead property, more will be coming from other classes of property. Property owners should be prepared for property tax statements which will be higher than expected.

In a related matter, a resolution was approved to establish the Fire Department as a separate special revenue fund effective 2012 budget year.

Fire Service, Sumner Township Sumner Township requested that the city of Chatfield expand the area where it is the primary responder from nine sections to eighteen sections of the township.

Amish Community

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AuCtion

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

STARTING AT 9:00am DST • LOCaTION: 13702 - 371ST aVE

DIRECTIONS: One mile East of Canton, MN on Hwy 52; then one mile North on County Rd 23; then one mile North on 371st Ave. Bake Sale & Lunch Served by Amish Ladies MACHINERY New Idea #10 Manure Spreader 2) Minn. Hay Loaders (Good Condition) MC Corn Husker JD Dump Rake New Idea Manure Spreader 14” Bear Cat Grinder w/ Cutter Head JD 24 T Baler w/18 hp Honda Engine (Excellent Condition) 10’ Single Disc 2) Snow Scoop w/ Grader Blade Wagon w/ Box MC 2 Row Corn Planter 20’ Hay Conveyer JD 4 Bar Side Rake 44” Field Cultimulcher w/ Basket Seat (Double) Bobsled JD Manure Spreader Box Wagon Flare Wagon New Dump Wagon w/ Hoist BuggIEs, CARts & CARRIAgEs Single Amish Buggy w/ Storm Front w/ Pole Double Seat Amish Buggy, Rubber Coated Wood wheels 44” Buggy Wheels on Shaft Steel & Wood Buggy Undercarriage (No Wheels) 6’6” Buckboard on Rubber Set of 4 Surrey Wheels (Used) 3 Year Old Buggy w/ New Wheels Buggy Shaft 2 Wheel Draft Cart Wood Wheels 53” Height, Fills 27” Wide, 81” Long (Like New) HARNEss & tACk Set All-Purpose Harnesses Buggy Harness, Bridle & Collar Wagon Load of New Tack Lots of Used Tack- Halters, Bridles, Saddles, Bits, Reins, Robes

BuIldINg, BuIldINg MAtERIAls & usEd luMBER 8 x 12’ Storage Building w/ 4x7’ Roll-up Door (New) New Creep Feeder 35) 2 x 4 - 7’ to 16’ (NEW) 23) 2 x 6 - 10’ & 14’ 6) 2 x 6 x 20’ 30) 1 x 6 x 12’ Oak Approx. 500 Sq. Ft. of New 1 1/2” Red Oak Flooring Lots of Fence Post & Lumber (Used) Lots & Lots of Steel & Trim sHop tools 12” Belsaw Planer w/ Extra Set of Knifes Electric Air Compressor Twin Tank 4000 Watt Generator PLUS Much More by Sale Date HousEHold Singer Sewing Machine NEW Oak Chest 2 Year Old Red Oak Desk Milk Strainer, Food Strainer 4 Drawer Dresser, Knee Hole Desk, New Cabinet New Baby Doll Cribs 3 Different Styles Clothes Dryer (New) 3 Burner Quickmeal Kerosene Stove (All Restored) New Dressers, New Step Stools, misc. New Furniture, Misc. Glassware Many Items Too Numerous to Mention HoRsEs, poNIEs & ANIMAls 12 Year Old Standard Bred Gelding, Traffic Safe 4 Year Old Standard Bred Gelding, Broke to Ride, Drive Single & Double 4 Year Old Cross Bred Mare, Green Broke 2)Ponies- 1 Mare & 1 Gelding, 5 Month Old Billy Goat, MORE Horses by Sale Date CHICkENs 40) Hardy Concord 40) 1 Year Old Hens MORE Hens by Sale Date

For more information to consign to this auction contact: Dan E. Hershberger Joe A. Slabaugh 13702 - 371st Ave. 22366- 401st Ave. Canton, MN 55922 Lanesboro, MN 55949

guNs 1100 12 ga Remington Model 39 J Stevens Arms Company 410 MIsC & ANtIquEs Trailer Load of New Tools, Steel Wheels Lawn Ornaments Castors Electric Motors Axes, Sledge Hammers,Wedges Pair of Pole Climbers Fanning Mill Flatbed Scale Hand Crank Corn Sheller Metal Cabinet Hog Fence Wire Stretcher, Woven Wire Fence Set of 4 Steel Sled Runners for Wagon Horse Riding Cultivator Wagon Load of Old Tools & Antiques Sand Blasting Unit Melotte Separator (Works) New Heavy Duty Scoop Shovels Spring Seats 300 Gal. Gas Tank Stuart Electric Clipper Garden Hose Spades Antique Wrenches Tool Boxes w/ Tools Squirrel Cage Fans Bale Spear Fishing Poles Shovels & Forks Chain Binders, Log Chains Three Horse Evener Wheelbarrow Old Grass Seeder Ladders Floor Jack Box of Old Veterinarian Magazines Misc. Eveners & Poles Bobsled Hardware PLUS Much More

AUCTION NOTE: This is only a small, partial listing.

They are expecting many more consignments by sale time.

Consignments will be accepted up until 9:00am on sale day.

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

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This would be all portions of the township east of County Road 1.

Stewartville is to provide services west of County Road 1.

Sumner Township asked for at least a temporary agreement with Chatfield. Spring Valley has stated that they will charge a fee of $2,500 per hour to respond to a fire in the township.

Township supervisor Matt Snyder asked the council to help them get through to the first of the year to make sure everyone has coverage. He noted they are trying to work out some issues with the city of Spring Valley. Snyder said residents have asked to be in the Chatfield fire district. He said the planned reconstruction of County Road 1 will also be a factor in the coming years.

The council agreed to formalize an agreement on a temporary basis to expand the fire district as requested until January 1, 2012.

Other Business In Brief •Young explained that there have been a number of requests to allow chickens in residential zones, which is prohibited at this time by the zoning ordinance. Planning and Zoning has recommended a public hearing be held to get citizen input.

City Attorney Fred Suhler feels it isn’t really a zoning issue, but that a public hearing would be useful.

The hearing was set for October 10.

•Ambulance Director Susan Kester reminded the council that narrow banding will be implemented in January. At that time none of the current pagers will work. The

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service will need about 30 pagers (25 minimum) which cost $484.81 each. Nearly enough grant money isavailable to purchase 15. Other grants may become available for the purchase of the other 15 or so pagers. The council approved the order of 15 pagers and up to 30 from Whitewater Wireless, Inc., as the money comes in. The pagers have a five-year warranty.

•Chief Shane Fox requested the authority to begin the process to fill the open full-time police officer position. The department has been operating now for about 18 months with four full-time and several parttime. Novotny said 4.2 people are needed to maintain 24 hour service for the city. He suggested a fulltime staff provides greater stability.

•Jacobson and Thompson wanted to compare the expense of five full-time people compared to four full-time and several part -time.

Mayor Don Hainlen reminded councilors of the additional administrative duties of Chief Fox. He insisted it is a public safety issue to maintain coverage. Young suggested they start the process internally while they put the numbers together comparing five full-time with four full-time and additional parttime. He said they need to know if they are considering something less than 24 hour coverage. The council provided the authority to start the process only, not the authority to hire anyone at this time.

•Hainlen asked for a moment of silence to remember September 11. A resolution commemorating September 11 was approved.

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Monday, September 19, 2011

A View From The Woods

Engagement

Jandro ~ Cady Justin Cady of Mankato, MN and Erin Jandro of Mankato, MN are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding.

Justin is the son of Steve and Shawn Gorder and the late Michael Cady of Rushford, MN. Erin is the daughter of Kevin and Terri Scott of Lanesboro, MN. Erin is employed by Williams Diamond Center in Mankato and is currently enrolled at

Minnesota State University, Mankato pursuing a master’s degree in Special Education.

Justin graduated from Universal Technical Institute, Chicago in 2008 and is employed by North Central International in Mankato.

They will be united in marriage on October 8, 2011, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Lanesboro, MN.

Engagement

Smith ~ Johnson Brittany Anne Genevieve Smith and Brant Jacob Johnson are pleased to announce their upcoming wedding on Saturday, October 15, 2011, in River Falls, Wisconsin.

Brittany is the daughter of Darwin and Genny Smith of Preston and was a 2004 graduate of Fillmore Central High School. She is also a 2008 graduate of UW River Falls College and is currently employed as a buyer and

production scheduler at The Bergquist Company in Prescott, Wisconsin.

Brant is a 1994 graduate of River Falls High School and attended schooling to earn a Master Plumber Certification.

He is currently co-owner of Johnson Bros. Plumbing in River Falls, Wisconsin.

They will make their home in River Falls, Wisconsin.

By Loni Kemp ©SallyKeating2011

The Air is Alive Draped over the lawn chair, feet up, I’m sinking into a pleasant summer afternoon snooze with a magazine forgotten in my lap. Cicadas whir and crickets chirp in that endless loop of latesummer background music.

A soft bird twitter, far overhead, stirs my consciousness and I peer through my eyelashes to see what’s up. Some fifty barn swallows are silently looping around and around the garden, with only the occasional call to announce their presence. Oddly, they are absent over the closely grazed meadow that surrounds two sides of our garden. I try to focus on one bird at a time. One circles endlessly, another seems to repeat a figure eight to round the tall white pine, while another has no discernible route as it soars and drops and leans away from the woods in a wide arc.

A smile on my face already, I notice there is yet another layer of action. From the ground up to about fifteen feet is a parallel swarm of dragonflies. I’d guess a hundred little helicopters are performing a similar up-downall around show as they too seem to stay in the yard and avoid the field and woods.

Even though I haven’t seen a single gnat or fly or mosquito, I suspect there must be some kind of an insect hatch going on. The motivation for the swallows and the dragonflies is much more

likely to be food than the sheer delight of zooming over the colorful late summer flowers.

I decide to get even more comfortable as I resume reading my magazine in the hammock in the shade of an apple tree. Yet I’m easily distracted, catching a glimpse of a zooming bird in the openings of the orchard canopy.

I glance into the sunlight over the garden—and suddenly the air is dense with drifting white dots, a billion nearly invisible bugs of some sort that are surely the focus of the airborne party going on.

The biodiversity in the garden, tall and short flowers, herbs, vegetables and fruits, mixed with trees, shrubs and lawn, is a hatching ground for a world of life. I can barely perceive it, and science hardly knows it. Yet swallows and dragonflies know what is good to eat, and when, and so they arrived.

The day after the first significant rainfall in over a month is a very good day. Gentle temperatures and soaking moisture must have been the trigger for the hatch, and the visitors.

A half hour later the swallows are gone, and moved on to some other timely feeding ground. A bit later and there isn’t a dragonfly to be seen.

Gazpacho

What do you do with an oversupply of tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers? Put them in the blender for a super healthy cold soup.

Soak two slices of day old bread or saltines in 2/3 cup water for five minutes. (This sounds icky, but it makes the soup creamier.)

Cut up the following and place in a blender with the soaked bread: 1 pound tomatoes 1 cucumber, peeled and seeded 1 red pepper, seeded 1 hot pepper, seeded 2 garlic cloves Juice of 1 lemon and 1 lime 2 Tablespoons olive oil A few drops hot sauce Salt and ground pepper A handful of fresh basil leaves Blend until smooth, 60 seconds. Chill and serve with more basil.

Other toppers could include croutons, or a dollop of creme fraiche or sour cream.

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2011 Summer Reading at Preston Public Library We had a fantastic Summer Reading Program this year, and we extend Congratulations to all of our successful summer readers! A total of 92 participated in Preston Public Library’s “One World Many Stories” reading program. Little ones in the Cuddle Me group logged 384 days of being read to. Kids in the Read-To-Me group enjoyed a total of 1,628 books. Readers read 55,440 minutes. In addition, Teens read 33,740 pages.

In the Read-To-Me group, the fol-

lowing children had over 100 books read to them: Marley AndersenHarmening, Aeric Fontenello, Max McHan, Nathan Pfremmer, and Annakate Wingert. Those who read the most minutes in the elementary Readers group were: Jonathan Anderson, (4860), Miranda Cox, (4500), Hannah Rolfs, (3420), Xavier Peterson, (3240), Xia Peterson, (3240). In the Teen group Katelin Easley read 17,077 pages.

Chic’s Pizza and the Preston Public Library donated grand Prizes

for the summer reading program.

Additional weekly treats and prizes were donated by the following businesses: B & B Bowl, Weber & Judd Pharmacy, Preston Foods, Sweet Stop, Trailhead Inn, Uncommon Charm, and the Preston Motor Mart. Thank You for your donations! The children really appreciated the prizes.

Congratulations to all our “ONE World Many Stories” summer reading participants.

Please check in at the Preston Library to find out if you’ve won a weekly or grand prize. Participants are asked to pick up their prizes by September 30th.

Fillmore County HouseHold Hazardous Waste Fall ColleCtion

one day only!

tuesday, october 4, 2011 12noon to 5:00pm at tHe resource recovery center, preston examples of Household products accepted Aerosol Cans All types of paint Bug Sprays Oven cleaners Paint thinner Floor care products Degreasers

Poisons Antifreeze Lawn care products Garden & flower products Wood preservatives Roofing tar Battery acid Gasoline & diesel fuel

Adhesives Lighter fluid Swimming pool chemicals Moth balls Car care products Epoxy & glues Stains & varnishes

items not accepted during this collection Agricultural chemicals Explosives Medical waste

Business waste Radioactive waste Empty cans

Help your neigHbors and friends and eitHer car pool or bring tHeir waste along witH yours. please bring waste in non-returnable containers or boxes for faster unloading.

for more information, contact tHe fillmore county resource recovery center 507-765-4704.

Early drop-offs are illegal and will not be accepted!!!

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

Sundays - 9 : 00am Main Street, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4413 Fountain United Methodist Church ………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4456 Garness Trinity Lutheran …………………………………… Sundays - 11: 00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905 Grace Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2218 Greenf ield Lutheran Church ………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am & 11: 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2546 Harmony State Line United Methodist Church …………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henry town Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Prairie Church ……………………………………

Sundays - 9 : 00am 43265 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Immanuel Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 254 Main St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church ……………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Mabel First Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293 Mabel United Methodist Church …………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296 Nativity Catholic Church … Sun. (1st & 2nd) - 8 : 45am & (3rd & 4th) - 10 :30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 New Life Victory Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 440 2nd Ave SE, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3525 Newburg United Methodist Church ………………………………………………

3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43 ; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24 North Prairie Lutheran ……………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875-2460 Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church ……………… Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 30am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 Pilot Mound Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 8 Miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875-2460 Pioneer Presby terian Church ………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4037 Preston United Methodist Church …………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2503 R iver Of Life Regional Church ……………………………………………………

220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853 Root Prairie Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4455 Root R iver Church of the Brethren …………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4772 (Guest Pastor) Root R iver Community Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074 Rushford Lutheran Church …………………… Sat. - 5 : 30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 101 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152 Satersdahl Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, Rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680 St Columban Church …………………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 408 Preston St N W # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St Ignatius Catholic Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 213 W Franklin St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7565 St John’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 241 Line St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 St John’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 31497 Highway 43, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2585 St Joseph’s Catholic Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257 St Mark ’s Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111 St Marys Catholic Church ………………… Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 11: 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthews Episcopal Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707 St Matthew’s Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772- 4474 St Olaf Catholic Church … Sun. (1st & 2nd) - 10 :30am & (3rd & 4th) - 8 : 45am 114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268 St Patrick ’s Church Hall ……………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480 St Paul Lutheran Church ………………… Sun. - 10 : 00am & Wed. - 7: 00pm 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul’s Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Harmony, MN 55939 (Big Springs) (507) 886-8175 Sumner Center United Methodist Church ………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 9 miles N. of Spring Valley on Co. Rd. 1 (507) 378- 4801 The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints ………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 21257 US Hwy 52 South Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4551 Trinity Fellowship ELCA …………………………………… Sundays - 11: 00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211 Trinity Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 204 South St, Ostrander, MN 55961 (507) 657-2203 Union Prairie Lutheran ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363 United Methodist Church …………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 236 Gold St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352- 4136 W halan Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398

Monday, September 19, 2011

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Obituaries

married Deborah Pendzimas and was later divorced.

He enjoyed skiing, sailing, golf, and spending time with John Touhy John Francis Touhy was born his family, especially his beloved on July 9, 1960, in Rochester, daughter, Kristine.

MN to Gerald and Margaret Survivors include his daughter Touhy. He graduated from Rock- Kristine, his Mother Margaret hurst High School in Kansas Tuohy of Riviera Beach, FloriCity, Missouri in 1978 and was da; his father Gerald ( Darlene) a graduate of the University of Touhy of Bella Vista, ArkanMissouri and the University of sas; his brothers, Michael Touhy Phoenix with a Master’s Degree of Riviera Beach, Florida, Stein Business Administration. He ven (Jennifer) Touhy of Wood-

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bury, Minnesota; Richard(Anne Marie) Tuohy of Atlanta, Georgia, David Touhy of Bella Vista, Arkansas; a sister, Anne Marie (Claus) Walsted of Bella Vista, Arkansas, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service for John Touhy, age 51, of Oakland, California, was September 15, 2011, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Chatfield, MN with Father Patrick Arens officiating. Burial was in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

Rushford Council sets preliminary levy

By Kirsten Zoellner As the 2012 budget draws closer, the city has decided on a 4.7 percent levy increase, translating to $774,695. This is $34,695 more than in 2011.

Two options had been presented to the council by City Administrator Steve Sarvi. Option One, a high-end increase of 6.7 percent, would cover potential unknowns for the city, including debt service for new progress and the market value credit, which was eliminated earlier this year as the state reached a budget deal. The change could have a substantial effect on property owners.

“With the market value cut, it’s like the state is a delinquent tax payer,” indicated City Clerk Kathy Zacher. Even if the levy were to remain the same, property taxes could rise as a result of the cut.

“You pay your portion, but they could decide not to pay theirs,” she added. Until determiners of final tax values are made clear, the city will likely get the brunt of property owner response. Sarvi hopes to have an analysis of property impact soon.

The alternative levy Option Two would call for a 0-based increase, possibly lessening the city tax

potion for a year or so. The city has a healthy fund balance, at more than 50 percent, as well as money available in the revolving loan fund. While this option may tempt the tax base, it severely limits what the city may need in its budget to accomplish goals.

Also still unknown for the city is the impact of Local Government Aid (LGA). While the city took two hefty hits over the last two years, the city is not expected to suffer any cuts in 2012. Still, with state forecasting data unavailable until this fall and having unpredicted cuts two consecutive years, it is possible. “The state’s been an unreliable partner,” noted Councilor Ted Roberton.

The city has only to certify its maximum levy amount to the county at this point. The levy can always be lowered, but it cannot be raised. There is some concern over whether property owners will be lead to a false impression as tax bills will show the 4.7 percent increase, even though it may still be lowered. “We’ll do our best to reduce the overall tax burden,” stressed Sarvi.

“Not all of the work is done yet, but we need somewhere to start,” added Councilor Mark Honsey.

The city will have an analysis meeting with budget consultant Mike Bubany of David Drown Associates September 28. Another budget workshop will be held later this fall. The public is invited to comment on the levy increase at the December 12 council meeting.

In other news, the city has accepted the plans and specs as presented on the levee project and has authorized the bid-letting process for reconstruction and recertification of the system. Bids will be due October 16. The city portion of $600,000 will be paid through general obligation bonds, although the city has the option to draw funds first from the roughly $1.2 million in DNR funding. The project is expected to be completed

by August 1, 2012. While FEMA is currently going through a de-certification process with the city, the earliest date it can occur is February 2013, long after the city expects the work completed. As long as the proper work is completed prior to that time, FEMA will recertify the levee system.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, September 26, at 6:30pm, at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

Fillmore Central Schools Mini Grant Program A “mini grant” program has been continued for the Fifteenth straight year by F & M Community Bank in Preston, First State Bank of Fountain and First Southeast Bank in Harmony for the Fillmore Central School District.

Grants of up to $500 each have been made available to classroom teachers for the 2010/2011 school year so they can implement a variety of innovative ideas and projects where funding is not always readily available. The goals of this program include funding projects where other means are not available and making it as easy and simple as possible.

Since it began for the 1996/1997 school year, the banks have pledged and paid over $130,900 in the form of “mini grants”. When the program began, the banks pledged $ 7,650 toward the program. As interest increased in obtaining funds, the banks made additional monies available so that $10,500 is now available through the “mini grant” program.

This year the faculty submitted 42 grant requests. Some examples of the requests approved by the committee are: • Provide funds towards a 30 second Techmasters video for Soil & Water Conservation video contest.

• Purchase yearbooks as a reward

or incentive for students.

• Provide funding for supplies and curriculum/staff time for “Kinder Camp”.

• Provide funding for Creative Curriculum training.

• Subscriptions to Social Studies Weekly and Global News and Maps.

• Provide funding for Clickers (student response systems or audience response systems) to be used with Smart boards.

• Purchase materials for “I Love to Read” program.

• Purchase materials for Earth

Day Expo.

• Provide funding for additional materials/supplies in the area of Science, Social Studies, Spanish and Agricultural curriculums.

• Provide transportation funding for nine field trips.

There have been many other classes, equipment, travel expenses, etc. funded by the “mini grant” program over the past 14 years. Hopefully it has helped the Fillmore Central School faculty as they provide the very best learning opportunities and experiences for our children!

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St. Paul’S lutheran ChurCh 29968 County 22, Harmony, Minnesota Service times: 9 am – February, april, June, august, October, December 10:30 am – January, March, May, July, September, november

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church

St. Paul’s (Big Spring) Lutheran Church is located west of the northern edge of Harmony in the area known as Big Spring. The membership of St. Paul’s is a close knit “family” comprised of those who continue to gather together to hear the Word of God and receive the Holy Sacraments.

In 1870, a small group of German immigrants gathered to worship and organize St. Paul’s congregation with only five charter members. Three years later, land was purchased and a parsonage was built. Pastor O. Hartman became the first resident pastor. Up until 1881, the congregation had no place to worship, so meetings were conducted in the Big Spring Public School and Congregation School in the parsonage. In December, 1881, it was resolved to erect a building to be used for both school and church purposes. It wasn’t until 1890 that a new church was constructed, being dedicated in October 1891.

Under the guidance of faithful pastors and many dedicated lay people, St. Paul’s has been a witness to God, as we have gathered around Word and Sacrament, studied the scriptures, served our neighbors in times of need, and shared the good news of Christ.

Activities of worship and fellowship include Ladies Aid/Circle meetings, Sunday School, the Big Springs Community Picnic, Anniversary Celebrations, and the Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Fall Dinner on the fourth Sunday of September each year. We invite you to these events and pray that you will feel the grace and peace of Christ!

St. Paul’s (Big Spring) Lutheran Church – “Sharing the Grace and Peace of God and our Lord Jesus Christ.”

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, September 19, 2011

Spring Valley City Council sets preliminary levy

By Gary Peterson The Spring Valley City Council moved right along in the agenda and acted on several issues.

The first is a donation of $15,055.15 from the Spring Valley Ambulance Association to purchase an AED for one of the ambulances. The very important piece of equipment will assist the ambulance personnel in life saving actions such as measurement of carbon monoxide, print out of EKG, and new CPR procedures.

The AED is a grant from Marcella and Webster Fischer for $10,000 and The Osterud Winter Trust.

Action was also taken to certify the 2011 preliminary property tax levy collectable in 2012.

The amount of $878,027 will

and Sealcoating of streets, Too Cat and some attachments, doors at the pool, an air conditioner at the fire hall and heating/air unit at the street shop.

The low bid for Sanitary Sewer Televising went to Rochester Plumbing/Roto Rooter. The bid is $8,724.00 and begin the 26th of September. According to the information sheet, they will start with an inspection of the city mains. They will begin the inspection and will be contacting homeowners within two weeks of the award date. The company also stated that their experience with televising city sewer mains has shown that it is much more efficient and economical to clean and televise at the same time.

During this time they will be offering the residents the opportunity to have their drains and/ or the main sewer line cleaned.

The normal cost for that service to come to Spring Valley is $627.50, but while they are in town they have lowered the cost to $320.00.

In other Council action, the Council raised the rates on Glucagon Injection kits and EpiPens. Recently the Glucagon went from $124.03 to $153.68 and the Epi Pens went $70.63 to $105.47. The price was raised on the Glucagon to $160.00 and the Epi-Pens went to $110.00.

The city also passed a Cell Phone Reimbursement Policy which is available to exempt employees only and non-exempt with Council approval. City employees will receive a cell phone allowance and will be treated as a supplemental wage reportable on Form W-2. The reimbursement was set at $40 per month.

be needed to meet the budget requirements for the various departments; $510,084 will be for General Operating. The Library will receive $109,736.

Special Levies will sow $109,961 for 2008 Debt Service, $73,246 for 2010A Debt Service and $75,000 for the Industrial Park Federal Match Grant.

The 2011 Total Levy is the same as 2010 ($878,007) and is less than the 2009 ($888,775) and 2010 ($880,344.

Increases within each department for utilities, fuel, insurance, which includes work comp, liability, property, auto and health. The Audit fees will be increased and administration will absorb the increase. Capital expenditures include Crack Fill

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

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The dry soil conditions experienced recently over much of Minnesota may limit soybean yields, according to Dave Nicolai, crops educator with University of Minnesota Extension.

“Some plants are ripening prematurely. Another symptom of moisture loss is when the soybean leaves flip over in an attempt to slow water loss thru the plant,” said Nicolai. Reduced rainfall in the past four weeks in central Minnesota has resulted in less available soil water for plant growth.

Although nothing can be done about the amount of rainfall received, and little can be done to manage drought stress at this point, producers can analyze their practices to see if they may be able to minimize drought stress in future seasons.

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We know that sometimes life deals us a bum rap, situations can occur that we have little or no control over financially. In today’s ever-changing economic cycle, job challenges arise that may have caused financial hardships or unexpected medical emergencies may have dealt an unfair blow. As much as we try, sometimes it is very difficult to rebound from unexpected or outof-control finances without help or understanding from some outside source.

We want that opportunity to help.

Re-establishing credit can be as important as buying a car. We have lenders working right now to finalize loans.

Let’s see how this program works: From the start, our customers are under no obligation to enter this program, they can say no at any time. This program is designed to reestablish their credit in as short a period of time as possible.

Other dealerships offer “Buy Here - Pay Here” operations. Generally, you buy a vehicle they want to get rid of, and no credit is established since they do not report to the credit bureau (unless payments are not made) and there are no warranties or guarantees. If credit is established, it’s only with

Bad Credit

them so people are trapped inside their spiral of driving less than desirable vehicles and never improving their credit situation, which is the primary mission in this venture.

At Zumbrota Ford, we offer all of our customers the opportunity to drive the vehicle that is right for them. We only use lenders that help re-establish your credit on 1998 and newer models, that meet the conditioning and mileage criteria of the lenders. Many of these vehicles have remaining factory warranties and are eligible for an extended service contract. After paying on this vehicle, credit will be reestablished, provided payments have been maintained current on it and all your other credit obligations.

Do you have: 1. A full-time job?

2. $1,300 gross monthly income?

3. Stable residence?

4. Down payment or trade?

5. Past credit problems with a drive to re-establsh credit?

If so, we would like the opportunity to help you. Call 1-800-757-3080, ask for Brent or Greg for a completely confidential interview and drive home in your next automobile or truck form Zumbrota Ford tomorrow.

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Monday, September 19, 2011

Hand protection in agricultural settings

By Jerrold Tesmer, University of Minnesota Extension Educator, Fillmore /Houston Counties With Farm Safety Week coming up S e p t e m b e r Jerrold Tesmer

18-24, I started thinking of possible farm safety topics that I haven’t covered. I decide to start by looking at topics that had been covered in recent years.

Here are some of the topics from past news columns; Handle Your Anhydrous Ammonia Safely, Combine and Tractor Fires, Grain Bin “Drowning”, Age Appropri-

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Usually, when we look at farm accidents, we look at cause, ATV, tractor rollover, or PTO shaft. In this case they were looking at what is injured! 22 percent of injuries are hand injuries; this is the most common type of injury.

I immediately thought of my Grandfather Tesmer, he lost a finger and thumb in a corn shredder many years ago, and how common hand injuries are. All you have to do is look at older farmers and see hand injuries.

In agricultural settings (e.g., farms, ranches, forestry, and aquaculture), the hands, wrists, and fingers are the body parts most likely to be injured at work, being at particular risk for bruising, lacerations, contact dermatitis, and frostbite. In addition, tasks involving the hands, wrists and fingers, including the use of power tools and hand tools, are associated with increased risk for cumulative trauma injuries of the upper extremities, which may be disabling.

Appropriate hand protection reduces the risks of injury and disability, whereas inappropriate hand protection may have adverse effects on health, safety, efficiency, and productivity.

Main causes of occupational injury to the hands are: Chemical, (e.g., irritants and sensitizers); Biological, (e.g. parasites, microorganisms, plants and animal materials); Physical, (e.g., exposure to hot or cold temperatures, UV/ solar radiation); and Mechanical, (e.g., friction, abrasions, vibrations, lacerations and contusions.

The National AgrAbility Project explored such topics as: gloves and barrier creams, choosing appropriate hand protection for: environmental hazards, vibration hazards, cut and bruise hazards, and chemical hazards.

The presenter was Robert W. Stuthridge, the National AgrAbil-

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I believe the bottom line message is the most common injuries are hand injuries; look for ways to protect your hands.

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By Katherine Waters, University of Minnesota Extension, and Murray Madsen, former Associate Director, Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health The tragedy of an agricultural death or injury can cause the personal loss of a friend or family member. It also causes an economic and social burden when a productive member of a community is incapacitated or dies.

“Safety Counts—Your Community Depends on It” is the theme for this year’s National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 18-24.

The nine-state Upper Midwest experiences almost 200 agricultural deaths per year and about 20,000 disabling injuries, based on figures from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). In Minnesota, about two dozen fatalities are attributed to traumatic, farm-related injuries each year.

A review of data collected by the Greater Plains Center for Agricultural Health (GPCAH), a NIOSHfunded agricultural center, shows that the causes of injury and death have remained similar over the years.

The majority of fatalities are from: • tractors that overturn without rollover protection • being struck by, or entangled in, machinery in operation or during maintenance • falls • suffocating in a flowing grain bin • farm equipment colliding with other vehicles on rural roadways News media reports compiled by GPCAH during 2011 describe some tragedies already this year in Minnesota. In Windom, Sebeka and Freeport counties, there were entanglements in power takeoff driven shafts. Fatalities involved skid steers in Lake and Benton counties. Farm equipment collisions occurred in Hallock, Kellogg and Dent. One death was caused by livestock trampling.

In addition to the personal and family losses resulting from these deaths and injuries, there are costs associated with medical care, lost productivity and intangible societal losses. A study published in 2001 showed that agricultural occupational injuries cost an estimated $4.57 billion per year in the U.S. This year’s National Farm Safety and Health Week provides an opportunity to focus on that fact that farm safety begins with us. We

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may have included three seeds in a pod may now contain just two seeds. A reduction in seed size may also lead to harvest losses for growers if combines are not properly calibrated to harvest smaller seeds, according to Nicolai.

Extension educators throughout the state are noticing that drought-related symptoms on soybean fields are spotty, which is not unusual. Several factors contribute to the irregular nature of the drought-stress symptoms. The plants are not responding directly to the lack of rain, but to limited soil moisture. Soil works like a sponge, quickly soaking in water then slowly losing water through evaporation or plant transpiration. Differences in topography, soil type, soil depth, surface cover, the presence of drainage tile and soil compaction zones are some of the variables that determine how much water will be available to plant roots in a particular area of a field.

Drought-stress symptoms can be related to management issues.

“Small nutrient deficiencies might go unnoticed during a normal year, but become evident when plants are drought-stressed,” said Nicolai.

Soybean producers who are seeing considerable symptoms in their fields may want to review their practices related to fertility, insect pressure, disease, weed competition, soil compaction, planting date and plant density.

For more educational information and tools, visit www. soybeans.umn.edu, a cooperative effort among the University of Minnesota, University of Minnesota Extension, and the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council.

Sources: Dave Nicolai and Liz Stahl, crops educators with University of Minnesota Extension.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY, Sept. 20 Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels. For fundraiser info, call 507-867-3583.* Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* AA Meeting, 7pm, Faith United Methodist Church, Spring Valley. “Living in the Solution.” Newcomers welcome.* Adult Children Anonymous (formerly known as Adult Children of Alcoholics) meeting, 7pm. Call Deb 507-765-5336 for info.* Semcac Bus to Rochester, bus picks up for shopping, 9:35am at Chic’s, Preston; 10:00 am at Fountain State Bank. Call 800-944-3874 to ride.

Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pio­ neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian.

Church, Mill St, Rushford.* Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Lakewood Building, Chatfield.

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 21 Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-5pm. 1300 West Tracy Rd. Spring Valley.* Lanesboro Farmer’s Market, 4-6pm, Sylvan Park, Lanesboro.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 22 Free Senior Coffee, 9am, Heritage Grove, Harmony.* Storyhour, Harmony Public Library, 225 3rd Ave. SW, 11:00 – 11:45, Preschool ages, No School No Storyhour.* Canton Senior Citizens meet at 1pm for cards and visiting, Canton Community Center.* Chatfield Growers Market, 3-7pm, City Park, Chatfield. * FRIDAY, SEPT. 23 Preston Farmer’s Market, 11am, Trailhead parking lot in Preston. * Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.* Harmony AA meeting, 8pm, Harmony Community Center, 3rd Ave SW, Meeting Room 1. Call 507-886-3240 for info.*

SATURDAY, SEPT. 24

Wykoff Farmers Market 9am- noon.

Vendors needed, no charge.

Mystery Cave- One-hour tours, start at 10am, last tour at 4pm. Through 10/29 Japanese Block Printing with Preston Lawing- Lanesboro Arts Center , 1-4 pm Walnut Activity and Walk, 10:00 am, Forestville State Park. Meet at picnic shelter parking lot.

Lanesboro Farmers Market, 9 am to noon, Sylvan Park.* Aglow Christian Women’s OrganizationTrail Head Inn Preston. 9:30 am- coffee, juice, pastries, 10 am gathering. Contact Becky Schmitt at 507-268-4216 or Bob Voigt at 507-271-0028.

MONDAY, SEPT 26 Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.* Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Checks, 1-3 p.m. Fillmore County Building, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston.* TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) Meeting, Spring Valley Care Center Activity Room.

Weigh-in from 5:45-6 p.m. Meeting from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Questions contact Judy at 507346-2469.* NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for info 507-765-4979. *

SUNDAY, SEPT. 25 NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for info 507-765-4979. * Mystery Cave- One-hour tours, start at 10am, last tour at 4pm. Through 10/29 Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm. Fountain Lutheran Church, south Main St. and Highway 52.*

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Wed., Sept. 21 - 9:00am, Amish Consignment Auction at Hershberger Metal, 13702 371st Ave., Canton.

Contact Joe Slabaugh, 22366 401st Ave. Lanesboro, or Dan Hershberger 13702 371st Ave. Canton. Listing in the Journal.

Sat., Sept. 24 - 10:30am, Virgil & Muriel Kulsrud Real Estate and Personal Property Auction. Held at 1008 Wayside St. NW, Preston, MN. For more info. Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Co. 507-259-7502, 507-421-0232 or www.tmracompany.com. Listing in the Journal.

Sun., Sept. 25 - 9:00am, Antique, Coin, Tools & Household Auction. Held at Spring Valley Sales Auction Bldg., 412 East Park St, Spring Valley, MN. For more info. contact Spring Valley Sales Co. (507)3462183.springvalleysales.com. Listing in the Journal.

Sat., Oct. 1 - 10:00am, Elmer & Beatrice Papenfus Auction, Held at 11258 Co. Rd. 35, St Charles, MN. For more info. contact Gehling Auction, Inc. 1-800770-0347, www.gehlingauction.com.

Mon., Oct. 17 - 10:30am, Bill Kolling Owner, Farm Land Lease Auction at Gehling Implement and Auction Co., Preston, MN. For more info. contact Gehling Auction, Inc. 1-800-770-0347, www.gehlingauction. com. Listing in the Journal.

Thurs., Oct. 27 - 9:30am, Consignment Auction at Gehling Implement and Auction Co., Preston, MN. For more info. contact Gehling Auction, Inc. 1-800-7700347, www.gehlingauction.com. Notice in the Journal.

On-Line Auctions, serving all your buying & selling needs, see website for daily updates www.bid-2-buy. com. Call Curt 612-701-8677.

Auction Ends Tues., Oct. 4 • 7:30pm - Real Estate Online Auction. 112 Money Creek St., Rushford, MN. For more info. call Darr Auction Service 800-852-0010 or www.darrauctions.com.

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Home Health Aide Oxford Property Management is looking for a full and part time Home Health Aide that has a passion for senior care to work at our Wildwood Grove facility, Le Roy, MN that provides independent, assisted care, and memory care living services.

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EMPLOYMENT

Responsibilities include: to provide personal care needs to all residents; assist with general housekeeping needs for residents; and join in with activities to increase participation with residents.

Experience in Large Equipment Operation, Planting, Spraying and Harvesting. GPS Farm Mapping Software Experience is a Plus.

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Requirements include: excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; strong communication skills; highly organized; upbeat energetic personality; empathetic and assist seniors as needed; high level of confidentiality; and ability to multi-task; Previous experience in a related occupation is preferred.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, September 19, 2011

SERVICES

THANK YOU

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

As we turn off the lights and lock the door of Das Wurst Haus, Arv and Jan want to thank all of our family, friends, wonderful employees, and loyal customers for the great memories we have of the past twenty-seven years. You are the best! t19- o Arv and Jan Fabian ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ A heartfelt thank you for all the prayers, phone calls, visits and food since my fall. Thanks to everyone at Harmony Care Center and the kitchen staff. Special thanks to Courtney Bryant, Deneen, Missy, Julie, Eileen, Kay (CATS), Adie, Amanda, Kayla, and Pastor Dave. Thanks so much for the unexpected visit from Mike and Logan. I was so excited.

Love, t19-x Barb Barret

HUGE SALE: Friday and Saturday 9/2324, 8am- 6pm. 300 Cottage Grove Ave. Preston. g19- o

Big Sale: Sept. 22 and 23rd 3:30-7:30 pm, 24th 8-11 Boys Med-Large Girls 3T women’s med, toys, housewares, diapers, kitchen knives, lots of misc. Order your school colored tutus in time for homecoming and get hair extensions put in, many colors available. Don’t miss 1129 Scenic View Ct. Rushford. g19- o

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~ Thank you to all who attended the Pioneer Appreciation event. The winners of the door prizes were as follows: corn- David Eickhoff, beans- John Mulhern, Branding Iron- Loren Finseth, Los Gables - Nathan Bernau and Harper Goldsmith. Thank you to Julie and Sadie of Los Gables for the wonderful food and catering, and Mike and Deb for all your help. Have a safe harvest.

John and Mary Schwarz t19- x t ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

AUTO DONATE YOUR CAR, truck or boat to Heritage for the Blind. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 888-472-9219 (MFPA) Nice Chevy pickup- 1977 $3,700.

Dependable 2000 Ford Windstar 132,000 mi. $1,500. Phone 507-498-3675. a9/20tfn- x For Sale: 01 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4x4.

Loaded. 122,000 miles. Nice. Going south, don’t need it. $6500. 507-467-2173. a22tfnx

Garage Sale: Saturday, September 24, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. Furniture, clothing (adults and kids), NEW upper Canada bath products at garage sale prices, toys, roller blades, pool slide, and more. Located 4 miles south of Chatfield or 6 miles north of Fountain on Hwy 52. g19- o 307 W Stevens Ave, Rushford. Friday Sept. 23 4-7, Sat. Sept. 24 8-2. Furniture, many craft items, material, stamps, scrap booking, music albums, knick knacks, wedding dress size 10, Halloween, Christmas, many misc. g19- x

AUTO 1997 DodgE 4WD truck. 1/2 ton, $2,500.

507-272-9089. a12,19- o 2002 Heritage Softtail Harley Davidson.

33,133 miles. Burgundy in color. 507-4210859. a21tfn- x CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/Trucks Wanted.

Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Call For Instant Offer: 1-800-871-9134 (MFPA) JOHNNY THE JUNKMAN. Paying cash for all cars and trucks running or not! Fast and free pickup. Call now, instant offer. 877-5133515 MCAN DONATE YOUR CAR! Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Most highly rated breast cancer charity in America! Tax deductible/Fast, Free Pick-up! 1-888-375-3595 (MFPA) YEAR END CLOSEOUT ON ALL Supra and Moomba Wakeboarding Boats All Pontoons & SeaDoo Watercraft. www.forestlakemotorsports.com or Call 651-464-3135.

Located 20 min. north of Twin Cities Hwy. 97 & I35. (MFPA)

We specialize in rebuilding alternator and starters for auto truck and farm implement.

Same day service. We do MN DOT inspections.

Hi Tech Rebuilders, Rushford, 508-864-7440 and 507-459-1504 v19,26,3,10- o TRANSMISSION REBUILDING: Foreign and domestic, auto & light truck. 12 month 12,000 mile warranty. Call for prices. Brown’s Tire, Battery, & Transmission. Rushford 507864-2969 or 1-888-864-7049. v20tfn- o

HUGE SALE: Twin bed, wood trunk, bar stools, antique cultivator, window fans, ceiling lights, toys, books, household items, clothing (boy’s young men’s, and women’s) and much misc. Friday, September 23, 2-6pm, Saturday, September 24, 8am-4pm.

Joel Walbridge residence- 1 mile north of Fountain on Hwy 52. g19- o

Busy Bee Daycare of Fountain currently has pre-school spots available (age 2-5).

Friendly environment, food program and daily curriculum. Hours are 6:30-5:30. Call Andrea at 507-259-8488 for more info. s19,26,3,10- x

SERVICES

A Perfect cut tree service - tree trimming and removal, hedge trimming, fenceline clearing. 15 years experience climbing and basket work. 507-743-TREE, Chad Wangen.

Fully licensed and insured. Cell 507-272-0394. v7/20-7/30/12- x

We do small engine repair. Full-time mechanic on hand. Certified Husqvarna dealer. Fast, friendly, honest service. Kingsley Mercantile.

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For rent: Large two bedroom apartment in Harmony. Stove, fridge, washer, dryer furnished No Pets. $400/month. 507-452-6335. r9/19tfn- o Cropland for rent: taking sealed bids on 149 acres of cropland 3 miles west of Preston on Hwy 16. Call 507-251-3204 for details. r19,26- x 2 bedroom roommate wanted. $250 + utilities.

Month to month. Garage/laundry. NS, NP. 507438-6964. r19,26- o Lakewood Senior Housing has 1 bdrm apts. available in Chatfield to those who are handicapped/disabled and seniors 62 or older. On-site laundry. Rent is based on income. Give us a call or leave a message at 507-867-4791. r29,5,12,19- o Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o For Rent: 2 bed trailer in Lanesboro. 888-3847185 r29tfn- o Beautiful B&B for lease in scenic Lanesboro.

3 bedroom, 3 bath. Call 507-951-3672. e29tfn- o Fountain- Nice 3 plus bedroom house with 3 baths, 2 car garage, finished LL. No mowing or snow removal, NP, NS, $850/ month plus utilities.

Ref. required. Call Tim 259-9110. r15tfn- x Preston: 2 bedroom apartment. Off street parking, laundry hook-up available, central air.

No smoking, no pets. 507-467-2941 r1tfn- o Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfn- o Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Do you need storage while in the process of moving? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x Nice Large 2 bdrm apartment east of Harmony.

Wash/dry hookups - $325 + dep. + lease. 507459-2012. r9tfn- o KENILWORTH APARTMENTS of Lanesboro has 1 bedroom apts. for seniors 62+ or handicapped/disabled. Rent based on income. Onsite laundry, large communtiy room and patio for tenant use. Call 507-467-2222 EHO r4tfn- o Fountain: Newer large 2 bdrm apartment, onsite laundry, off-street parking, no smoking, no pets. Please call 507-268-4468 r5tfn- o PRESTON – Clean 2 bedroom main floor apt, laundry, NP, NS. $350/month. Tim 259-9110.

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Monday, September 19, 2011

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

Summary of Minutes September 6, 2011 County Board Meeting The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press.

The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: RESOLUTION 2011-037: Moment of Remembrance RESOLUTION 2011-038: $681.72 to Bruening Rock Products, Inc. for rock on CR 101, Jordan Township RESOLUTION 2011-039: $1,373.24 to Milestone Materials for rock on CR 104, Pilot Mound Township RESOLUTION 2011-040: $1,755.27 to Orval Sorum & Sons for rock on CR 108, Holt Township RESOLUTION 2011-041: $428.30 to Milestone Materials for rock on CR 110, Carimona Township RESOLUTION 2011-042: $1,355.93 to Milestone Materials for rock on CSAH 6, Chatfield and Pilot Mound Townships RESOLUTION 2011-043: $1,594.99 to Bruening Rock Products, Inc. for rock on CSAH 16, Preston and Amherst Townships RESOLUTION 2011-044: $1,554.26 to Milestone Materials for rock on CSAH 20, Bristol Township RESOLUTION 2011-045: $1,827.13 to Bruening Rock Products, Inc for rock on CSAH 21, Carrolton and Pilot Mount Townships RESOLUTION 2011-046: $1,331.40 to Orval Sorum & Sons for rock on CSAH 23, Holt Township RESOLUTION 2011-047: $2,129.25 to Bruening Rock Products, Inc. for rock on CSAH 38, Spring Valley and Sumner Townships RESOLUTION 2011-048: Variance Amendment to Zoning The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda.

• the following Consent Agenda: • August 23, 2011 County Board minutes.

• Renewal of ESRI agreements with ESRI, Inc. for $8,971.70.

• VIPRE anti-virus software subscription for three years from GFI at low quote of $4,584.80.

• ACH agreement with F&M Community Bank pending attorney approval.

• hire of Michael Vogen as replacement Highway Maintenance Specialist I at union scale.

• hire of Johnathan O’Connell as replacement Highway Maintenance Specialist I at union scale.

• hire of Jill Woodward as replacement .5 full time equivalent Custodian at Grade 2/Step 1.

The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount Baudler, Baudler, Maus & Blahnik, services

$1,575.00 Computer Software Associates, software expenses

$3,948.00 Creative Forms & Concepts, Inc., forms

$1,214.89 Farm & Home Publishers, Ltd., publications

$660.00

$1,489.92 Infoprint Solutions, LLC., services MCBE Company, supplies

$569.07 MCF - Lino Lakes, services

$727.00 Mid America Business Systems, services

$5,018.06 Murakami Law Firm, LLC, services

$595.00 Ratwik, Roszak & Maloney, PA, services

$1,023.43 Regents of the University of Minnesota, services

$1,586.70 West Payment Center, reference materials

$3,151.80 Winona Heating & Ventilating, services

$612.98 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $22,171.85 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (45 bills - not listed) $8,702.80 TOTAL REVENUE FUND

$30,874.65 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount Bruening Rock Products, Inc., rock

$3,482.04 Haugstad Construction, Inc., equipment rental

$1,295.00 Hovey Oil co., Inc., gas

$6,449.17 O’Connell Excavating & Plumbing, services

$5,850.00

$1,545.28 Sorum & Sons, Orval, rock TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above)

$18,621.49 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (7 bills - not listed above) $877.07 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND

$19,498.56 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount Liberty Tire Recycling Service, services

$1,796.46 Zeimetz Motors, Inc., services

$967.38 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $2,763.84 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (2 bills - not listed) $369.74 TOTAL SANITATION FUND

$3,133.58 AIRPORT FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount Professional Engineering Services, services

$6,164.42 TOTAL AIRPORT FUND

$6,164.42

The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Karen Brown, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566.

Publish 19

STATE OF MINNESOTA

COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-11-300 In Re: Estate of Iola Dorothy Blumer Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Donovan A. Blumer, whose address is 614 1st Street, Fountain, MN 55935, to serve as the Personal Representative of the decedent’s estate.

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

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

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn.

Stat. 524.3-801, ALL CREDITORS having claims against the said estate are required to present the same to said personal representatives or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: 9/12/11 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar Matthew J. Opat, PA MN # 82636 PO Box 455 Chatfield, MN 55923 Telephone: (507) 867-4080 Publish19,26

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-07-900

In Re: Estate of Charles Larson Decedent.

NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL PREVIOUSLY PROBATED INFORMALLY; FOR CONFIRMATION OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT AND ACTS OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE; TO ALLOW FINAL ACCOUNT, SETTLE, AND DISTRIBUTE ESTATE Brenda Seisler has filed a Petition to Formally Probate Will Previously Informally, Confirm Appointment and Acts of Personal Representative Previously Appointed Informally, Allow Final Account, Settle and Distribute Estate.

It is ordered that on October 11, 2011 at 1:00 pm, a hearing will be held in this Court at the Fillmore County Courthouse, Preston, Minnesota, on the petition.

Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing.

If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the petition will be granted.

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

Dated: 9/15/11 By the Court Robert R. Benson Judge of District Court /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Thomas M. Manion, Reg #0067167 204 Parkway Av. N, Box 420 Lanesboro, MN 55949 507-467-2317 Attorney for Petitioner

TRAPPING IN FORESTVILLE TOWNSHIP

Be advised, in Forestville Township, trapping of gophers is allowed only in ditches, culverts, and road right of way. All other trapping in these locations is not allowed.

Connie Morger Clerk – Forestville Township Publish19,26

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-11-712 In Re: Estate of Larry J. Schulz

PUBLIC NOTICES

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

PUBLIC NOTICES

Summary of Minutes August 23, 2011 County Board Meeting The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press.

The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: UNNUMBERED RESOLUTION: Toward Zero Death RESOLUTION 2011-036: August 2011 as Child Support Awareness Month.

The Board approved the following agenda items: •the amended agenda.

•the following Consent Agenda: •August 9, 2011 County Board minutes.

•Appointment of Gail Bunge, Social Services Manager, to Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee.

•Appointment of Wendy Ebner, Social Services Supervisor, to Facilities Maintenance Committee.

•Purchase of scientific refrigerator and freezer for vaccine storage to be paid with grant funds.

•hire of Kari Schultz as Public Health Nurse.

•Government Management Group Agreement for 2011-2013 cost allocation study.

• Precious Metals Dealer application form to be used by Auditor/Treasurer.

• $50.00 annual application fee for Precious Metals Dealer application.

• purchase of 2011 GMC ton truck, box and hoist, and snow plow from Nelson Auto Center.

• purchase of 5040 Vermeer disc mower at low bid from Hammel Equipment.

• agreement with Thomas Boyd for temporary Community Services Administration Services.

The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount Fillmore County Treasurer, fuel

$4,724.55 Newman Signs, signs

$597.82 Office Depot, supplies

$1,297.31 Pro-West & Associates, Inc., services

$4,950.00 Rowekamp Associates, Inc., training

$800.00 Sterling Solutions, Inc., maintenance contract

$700.00 Suhler, Jr., Attorney, Frederick S., services

$500.00 Werner Electric Supply, supplies

$535.40 West Payment Center, services

$1,458.68 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $15,563.76 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (54 bills - not listed)

$7,066.52 TOTAL REVENUE FUND

$22,630.28 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount Dunn Blacktop Co., Inc., cold mix

$5,206.82 Fastenal Company, supplies

$1,956.18 G & K Services, supplies

$531.93 Hancock Concrete Products Co., supplies

$1,276.25 Hovey Oil Co., Inc, gas

$2,374.35 Seabright Electric, Inc., services

$654.64 State of MN, services

$1,427.52 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above)

$13,427.69 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (19 bills - not listed above)

$2,170.18 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND

$15,597.87 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount Green Lights Recycling, Inc., services

$957.41 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above)

$957.41 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (3 bills - not listed) $158.27 TOTAL SANITATION FUND

$1,115.68 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) Vendor Name, Description

Amount

$0.00 TOTAL EDA FUND BILLS OVER $500 (NONE) TOTAL EDA FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (4 bills - not listed) $81.04 TOTAL EDA FUND

$81.04 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date.

Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse.

Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Karen Brown, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566.

Publish 19 Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated April 25, 2002. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Roselle Wagner, whose address is PO Box 6544, Rochester, MN 55903, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate.

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

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

Notice is further given that subject to Minn. Stat.

524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the co-personal representatives or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: 9/12/2011 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar James D. Attwood Court Administrator Steven Corson Corson Law Offices, LLC 117 St. Paul St. SW Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2121 Attorney # 18955 Publish 19,26

*COUNTY PROJECTS*

BIDS CLOSE SEPTEMBER 26, 2011 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN. until 1:30 p.m. on the 26th day of September, 2011, for the following project(s): S.A.P.’s 23-627-018; Cl-5 Aggregate Base, Bituminous Non-wear and Wear Mat’l, and Cl-2 Aggregate shouldering, on C.S.A.H. #27, located between the TH 43 and approx. north County line located in Rushford Village. Major quantities include: 3601 tons Cl-5 Agg base; 9438 tons 2360 Bituminous mixture; 2691 ton Cl-2 aggregate shouldering, and epoxy striping materials.

Plan and proposal price for this project set is $25.00 picked up, and $30 if sent by US mail. These

two projects are ‘tied’ contractually. Plans, proposals and specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston St., Preston, MN 55965, ph #507-765-3854.

Requests for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above.

Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany each bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County.

Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Dated: September 2, 2011 John M. Grindeland, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN 9-12/9-19/9-26 Publish12,19,26

*COUNTY PROJECTS*

BIDS CLOSE SEPTEMBER 26, 2011 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN. until 1:30 p.m. on the 26th day of September, 2011, for the following project(s): S.A.P.’s 23-625-012 & 23-625-013; Milling, Bituminous Surfacing, and Aggregate shouldering, on C.S.A.H. #25, located between the N Lims Peterson and TH 30, and TH 16 to approx 1.0 mi south located in Arendahl Township & Rushford Village. Major quantities include: 69,182 s.y. milling; 7618 tons 2360 Bituminous Wear mixture; 2713 ton Cl-2 aggregate shouldering, and epoxy striping materials.

Plan and proposal price for this project set is $25.00 picked up, and $30 if sent by US mail. These two projects are ‘tied’ contractually. Plans, proposals and specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston St., Preston, MN 55965, ph #507-765-3854.

Requests for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above.

Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany each bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County.

Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Dated: September 2, 2011 John M. Grindeland, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN 9-012/9-19/9-26 Publish 12,19,26

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FARM For Sale: Houle Manure Equipment.

Two EL48 7300 gallon spreader with new galaxy tires, with or without injection. One 8’ HOULE super pump trailer model. One 8-10’ Super Pump 3-point with extended hitch. One 25’ Load pipe on wheels. All good condition. BUNKE SALES 507-864-2226. f19- o Amish and other interested people, I need some horses guilded. Some broke and some for sale. 507-645-8756. David Durban, 11547 Canby Ave, Faribault, MN 55021. 19,26- x Grass Hay for sale: small square bales, $3 per bale. Call 507-273-7336 f12,19- o For sale: 3500 Bushel grain bin, motors on unloading auger and bin sweep.

507-886-4232. f19- o New Holland Combines TR70, TR75,6 row corn head, good condition.

Call 507-273-3916 f5,12,19- x FarmI 3pt. logging winches, Valby 3 pt PTO chippers, new 3pt rototillers, new loader bucket and grapples, Three Rivers Inc. (866) 638-7885, www.threeeiversforestry.com (MFPA) FOR SALE: First crop hay, net wrapped, no rain. Call 507-864-3196. f12,19,26,3x

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

Black walnut sheller- takes green shell off black walnuts. Comes with a pick up tool. Can shell a truck load in an hour. Call Ted Mueller at 507-289-8444. s5,12,19,26- x DH Windows $179 Any size.

Installation included. Unbeatable price!

Unbeatable quality! Lifetime warranty! Tax credit available! Insured/yeararound-installation. Four or more. Visit www.greensourcewindows.com or call 888-690-9892 s22 MCAN Sawmills from only $3,997. Make money and save money with your own bandmill- cut lumber from any dimension. In stock ready to ship Free info and DVD. www.NorwoodSawmills. com/300N 800-578-1363 Ext. 300N s22 MCAN Exmark Quest 48” sale priced, no trade. Also have a few good used push mowers. Come see us or call 507-7654979 South Branch Outdoor Equipment, Preston, MN. s8/8-9/19- o STEEL BUILDINGS: 5 only 16x22, 25x36, 30x46, 45x84, 50x100. Will Sell for Balance Owed! Free Delivery!

Must Move Now! Still Crated! 1-800411-5869 x211 (MFPA) MANTIS TILLER. Buy DIRECT from Mantis and we’ll include Border Edger attachment & kickstand! Lightweight, Powerful! Call for a FREE DVD and Information Kit 888-709-1944 (MFPA) 100% GUARANTEED OMAHA STEAKS - SAVE 64% on the Family Value Collection. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREE GIFTS & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler, ORDER Today. 1-888-375-5729 or† www.

OmahaSteaks.com/value74 use code 45069TLR (MFPA) Behlen Building Distributor 40x80 , 50x100, 62x120, 68x150. Take advantage of huge fall discounts. Save thousands. Behlen Industries, LP. Call now! Jim, 888-782-7040 MCAN MEL’S Golf CARTS: New!Yamaha gas golf carts! (New carts will have aprice increase.) Also other new midels and over 50 used carts. Will take trades.

Finance available for qualified buyers.

Stop and shop at 13 Garfield Ave., Albert Lea, MN. Call 507-438-2705.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, September 19, 2011

Select Properties

Roxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI

Email RoxanneJohnson@remax.net Just Listed: Grand 2 story home 4 bdrm 2 bath, large garage $56,800 Cresco.

NeW ListiNG: Absolutely gorgeous by every measure! 3 bdrm, 3 bath Ranch, 2 car garage.

Harmony $235,000

Each office is independently owned & operated

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sPaCious: 4 bdrm, 2 ½ bath home. LL familyrm, brick fireplace, master bedrm, walk-in closets. 24 x 26 det. garage. Deck & screen porch.

Harmony $127,500 Just Listed: Modern living with the arts & crafts feel, charming 2 bdrm home with view of North Bluff Lanesboro. $96,900

NeW ListiNG: Rare opportunity to purchase a newer home of this size, at this price! 5 bdrm, 4 bath, 1000 sq ft. garage. $250,000 Harmony mabeL: 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch, LL familyroom, and office.

LaNesboro: 3 bdrm home, 3 bdrms, Attached garage. Reduced $84,900 numerous updates. Large deck, great yard!

HarmoNy: Spacious 2 bdrm Ranch Garage. Lanesboro $139,900 many updates, country views. Att garage Harmony Reduced $85,500 HarmoNy: Top quality ranch home, vaulted ceiling, granite counter tops, gas fireplace. LL finished. Large heated garage, 3 mabeL: 3 bdrm 2 bath , 2 story home, original wood work, bdrm, 3 bath. $257,900 HarmoNy: 3 bedrm, 2 bath ranch. Open & spacious, wood floors, pillars. New windows, kitchen, bath. Lg 2 car garage with shop. $92,000 mature trees, att, 26 x 32 garage, $130,000 HarmoNy: Spacious 2 story home, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, 3 car garage. -1 acre. Reduced $145,000 HarmoNy: 2 bdrm ranch home, corner lot, great kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 car att. garage. $122,500 CHurCH HiLL CoNdos LaNesboro: Incredible views: Easy access to trails, river, theatre and shopping.

Completed or unfinished units, offering you the opportunity design & finish to your specifications. $150,000 and under.

Call for details

Just Listed: Drive a little, get a lot! Large 2 story home, 4 bdrms, updated kitchen & baths. Familyroom, fireplace, deck, garage, gardens. Only $109,900

LaNesboro: 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Detached 24’x 30’ garage, insulated, heated & AC shop. Great yard. $119,900 Just Listed: Appealing 1 ½ story home, well kept, main floor bedroom, bath, and laundry, 2 bdrms & bath up. 2 car garage, large lot! $79,900

reduCed LaNesboro: 4 bdrm 2 bath split, 2 car garage, fireplace , ceramic tile, deck with wooded view. $149,500 reduCed: Affordable 1 ½ story home on corner lot 3 bedrm, Just Listed: 3 bedroom, 2 story well maintained, large det garage. $45000 Seller says bring all offers! Preston. yard, 2 car garage on quiet location. Preston $68,900

Brenda Sheldon,

ABR, GRI 715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com OpEn HOusE - WEd, sEpt. 21• 5:30 -7pm 108 N. WasHiNGtoN aVe., sPriNG VaLLey, $89,900 NeW LisiNGPrepared to be wowed with this 4 bdrm 2 bath home. Numerous updates with newer kitchen with cherry cabinets, finished lower level with gas fireplace and wet bar, hardwood floors, original wood work, newer windows, updated 200 amp electrical, fenced back yard and convenient location near downtown.

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

408 s Broadway Ave., spring Valley $45,000 - Affordable 2 story home. 4-5 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, hardwood floors, eat in kitchen, dinette area, formal dining room, main floor laundry, main floor bedroom located on large corner lot. Property needs some updating - but great room size and plenty of room to grow. Own for less than rent!

Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com CHatfieLd - Perfect house for downsizing or just starting out. 2+ bedrooms, main floor laundry and bedroom.

Newer flooring, gas fireplace, aluminum siding, mature trees, and large private fenced yard. 2+ garage/shop, dog kennel and close to school. $91,900 CHatfieLd - Unlimited potential on this victorian house. 9’ ceilings, 2 stairways to 2nd level, formal living room, dining room and open kitchen with center island. Large corner lot with mature trees. $119,900 CHatfieLd - 3+ bedroom rambler w/2 baths, newer windows, gas fireplace, 2 car garage, vinyl siding. Located close to parks and downtown. All appliances will stay. $129,900 $119,900 CHatfieLd - toWNHouse - Great price on this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse. Formal dining room, living room, open kitchen with center island. Family room in lower level with w/o to patio and fenced yard. Deck is covered and ideal for relaxing. 2+ garage is insulated and sheetrocked. Now $139,900 CHatfieLd - Spectacular w/out ranch loaded with extras. Open floor plan offers 3 bedrooms on main floor, main floor laundry, hickory wood floors, 2 gas fireplaces, granite countertops, maple cabinets and trim. Master bedroom with private bath w/ceramic walk-in shower and whirlpool tub, race track ceiling and w/in closet. Lower level family room walks out to patio with built in grill, rec room & 4th bedroom & bath. reduced $249,900 CHatfieLd - gorgeous new ranch home on large quiet lot and is on dead end street.

Main floor has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths (Jack & Jill), Master bedroom with 2 walk-in closets, w/ in ceramic tile shower. Open floor plan has kitchen with Hickory cabinets, dining room and living room. Lower level is set up for in floor heat, family room, rec room, bath and 4th bedroom. Heated 4+ car garage (1444 sq. ft.), deck, covered porch and storage shed. $289,900 fouNtaiN - Ideal home to remodel and earn some equity. New vinyl siding, roof, windows, furnace and electrical.

Wood floors, living room, dining room, main floor laundry, 3 bedrooms and large lot. Schools can be Chatfield, Lanesboro or Fillmore Central. Great price at $49,900

ParkLike yard: Many updates, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 fireplaces. Att 2 car garage. Updated siding, shingles, and windows. Ideal location, $132,500

moVe iN ready raNCH: 3 bdrm, 2 bath ranch, eat-in kitchen, oak hdwdfloors.

Lower level offers income opportunity as an apartment. Att. heated 2 car. $113,900

mabeL: 2 story, nicely updated, new windows, nice sized rooms. Det garage. Affordable. $59,900 reduCed: 2 bedroom home, updated windows, shingles, fixtures, painting, oak floors refinished, gutters, covered (patio 9 x 18). Garage built in 2001. $72,500

Cell 507-259-5454

fouNtaiN - Gorgeous 3+bedroom, 3 bath home that has been completely remodeled & updated. Formal living and dining room, family room, rec room, main floor laundry & 3 car heated garage (960 sq.ft.). 2 gas fireplaces, wood floors, newer furnace & roof, steel siding, covered deck, all on 4 city lots. Choice of 4 schools. $144,900 $139,900 LaNesboro - great location close to state bike trail and great views of the scenic bluffs. Small studio cottage is ideal for weekend getaway. Room to expand. $39,750 LaNesboro - very well kept home on quiet street in scenic Lanesboro. 3 bedrooms, formal living room, dining room, family room and eat-in kitchen. 2 enclosed porches, w/o lower level, & 2 car garage.

Updates include new roof, vinyl siding, hot water heater & reinsulated. reduced $79,900 LaNesboro - Charm and character describe this home with original Douglas fir floors. Main floor has high ceilings and archways for character. Lower level is partially sheetrocked. Newer 2 car garage and great location to state trails & park.

NoW - $114,900 mabeL - Cabin on 16 acres-gorgeous 16 acre wooded site with new cabin, well and septic.

Knotty pine interior, steel siding, covered porch, in-floor heat, kitchen, bath, laundry and loft area. Ideal for weekend getaway, rec land and great hunting. $169,900 $159,900 PrestoN - This house is currently used as rental, but would make a great starter home. Knotty pine walls and ceilings, enclosed porch, main floor laundry, & 2 car garage. $52,500 PrestoN - This large rambler sits on quiet street & had great views of deck.

Home has been updated.

Large open kitchen and dining room, living room, large master bedroom, and main floor laundry. Large lower level family room with w/out to covered patio. New siding, windows flooring and heated garage. $139,900 PrestoN - toWNHome - Gorgeous views of countryside and golf course.

9’ ceilings, beautiful custom cabinets, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor laundry and 2 car heated garage. Lower level family room is finished in Lots for saLe - Chatfield - Fingerson & Donahoe tongue and groove pine and w/o to patio. Now $149,900 - 1st Subdivison - Lots Starting At - $29,900

CaNtoN – 21 aCres Hobby farm, reduCed: Neatly kept 3 bedroom home, det garage, shop.

Lg Shed, barns, and fenced pasture. $185,000

reduCed: Neatly kept 3 bedroom home, det. garage, shop.

HarmoNy: Affordable, efficient & move-in ready. This is one of Lg. shed, barns, and fenced pasture. $185,000 the nicest little properties you will find! Good sized lot. $35,900 LaNd & Lots

Just Listed: 40 acres wooded with open area. Super HarmoNy: 2 story home with many updates, hunting, camping, good access. Drake Rd, Lanesboro CA, HE furnace, & garage. Near park. Harmony. $120,000 Reduced $69,900 LaNesboro: Buildable lot 1/3 of an acre, awesome view on edge of town, city utilities. $31,000 equity buiLder: 2 bdrm, plus loft, nice layout, only $33,500 CabiN oN 1.86 aCres: Scenic setting with a great view! Quality built cabin with the WeLL maiNtaiNed: 3 bedm home, ‘’upnorth woods’’ feel. Sleeps 6-8. Interior updated kitchen & bath. Furnace, shingles nicely finished, insulated, and full electrical updated in 2002. $59,900 service. Near Forestville State Park.

HarmoNy: Nicely kept 2 bedrm home, CommerCiaL ProPerties hardwd floors, built-in hutch. LL den, rec retaiL + aPartmeNt = Profit: Great opportunity area. CAir, garage. $58,900 with main street location in Harmony. Two bdrm apartment with laundry, private entry and 2 car garage. ONLY $69,900 Just Listed: Split level home with 2 car garage on good restauraNt: Well established business, super location, sized lot. Canton $55,000 turn key call for details.

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508 N seCtioN, sV $92,000 - seLLer is motiVated.

Seller will sell on Contract for Deed, Lease with Option to Purchase or Rent for $700 per month plus utilities.

Large grand old home with 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, formal dining, lg covered deck, lg backyard. Garage w/workshop area. LL partially finished.

22 YEARS EXPERIENCE SERVING ROCHESTER ANd SE MN

Homes oN aCreaGe NeW ListiNG – 5 acres: large 4 bedroom 2 story, 2 baths & main floor laundry. 28x28 garage new 2010, perm siding, shingles 2008. Heated shop w/220, 60x45 pole shed, 3 acres tillable.. Greenleafton area NeW ListiNG: Large 2 story home, 4 bdrms, original features, good condition, garage, sheds. Acreage Harmony $129,900

reduCed: 3 bdrm, 2 story, on quiet street, 1 car garage. $39,900

409

ostraNder $104,000 - Well maintained ranch home in a quiet c o m m u n i t y.

Newer 40 year shingles, kitchen renovated 1996 w/center island, living room w/vaulted ceilings, newer hot water heater, furnace & central air in 2006. Lower level finished.

The Leader In The Real Estate Industry!

Todd Hadoff

Office: (507) 886-4221 Toll Free: 888-839-2142 www.remax-selectproperties.com

25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939

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409 miNNesota st., ostraNder $59,900 - 4 bdrm home on 1/3 acre in town! Affordable living in small town atmosphere.

Many updates have been done to the home including new roof, siding, windows, sheet rock & paint, and flooring. Large eat in kitchen, bay window and main floor laundry. There is a single car garage (presently used as workshop) and barn for additional storage and use. Priced to sell!!

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roCHester -toWNHome - Hard to find townhome in Salem Point. Enjoy the water view from the 4-season porch or private patio. Large living room w/fireplace, separate formal dining room, master bedroom w/full bath and w/in closet. Open kitchen w/center island. 2nd level has 2 additional bdrms, full bath & family room.Now $345,000 CHatfieLd - Great location for this 5 bedroom, 4 bath 2-story home on 1.7 acre lot backing up to woods. Main floor has open floor plan w/kitchen, kitchen dining, living room w/fireplace, 4-season porch, formal dining room & laundry. Lower level is finished with family room w/fireplace and w/o to patio, 2 additional bedrooms, kitchenette/ wet bar, & 3/4 bath. 3-car insulated garage, 2 patios, private fenced yard, & 20x26 carriage house w/TV, phone & ethernet. $369,900 WHaLaN - Remodeled rambler conveniently located next to state bike trail. 3 bedrooms on main floor, new flooring, hickory cabinets, new siding, large deck & new windows and roof. Ideal for weekend getaway or permanent home. Now $99,900 farm/aCreaGes CHatfieLd - Gorgeous 40+/-wooded parcel west of town approx. 2 1/2 miles.Abundance of wildlife, springs and scenery. $159,900 CHatfieLd - 27 aCres Gorgeous setting on dead-end road. 27 acres of woods, CRP, and beautiful scenery. Abundance of deer, turkey, pheasant and other wildlife.

Main floor has living room with fireplace and new laminate flooring, dining room, kitchen and laundry/mudroom. Lower level was recently finished with 2 d/o that are used as bedrooms, full bath and family room with kitchenette/bar. $204,900 CHatfieLd - 6.5 aCres Completely remodeled country home with all the charm and character. Additional house and 1.1 acres available. Schools St.Charles or Chatfield. Kitchen w/maple cabinets, tile flooring, large center island & updated appliances. Fir wood floors, 9’ ceilings, mud room, formal living room & dining room w/pocket doors, family room & main floor bath w/claw tub. 2nd level: 4 bedrooms, bath & walk-up attic. Lower level finished w/stucco walls, has family room, rec room & bar area. New furnace with wood/lp combo.

Central vac, new windows, updated wiring & plumbing. Many outbuildings for animals & 5 car garage. $325,000 CHatfieLd - Spectacular home on cul-de-sac, 4.37 acres, with privacy. 6 bedrooms, 5 baths (2 Jack & Jill), lg open kitchen & dining room w/maple & cherry cabinets & maple flooring. Main floor master w/large w/in closet & master bath w/Jacuzzi & make up area. Living room: 26’ vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace & stone wall surround to ceiling, built-in entertainment center. 2nd level - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths & loft area. Lower level - large open family room w/wood burner, sunken bar, rec room, bath, & bedroom. 3 car heated garage, large private deck, outside bar w/built -in grill & TV, fire pit & patio. 2 furnaces, 2 c/a units & 2 hot water heaters. This home has it all. $519,900

farm/aCreaGes LaNesboro/WHaLaN - 8 acre hobby farm perfect for some horses or cattle. House could have 5 bedrooms if needed. Main floor master, main floor laundry, screended in porch, living room and family room w/wood burner. New roof, new well and furnace.

50x112 shed that includes 50x64 heated shop with water and high ceilings. Out door wood burner heats house and shop. Additional sheds for hay and animals. $199,900 LaNesboro - 2.5 acres Location! Location! Location!

Beautiful rambler on 2.5 acres close to state bike trail & Root River. Gorgeous views, wildlife & only 2 1/2 miles from town. Main floor offers open kitchen & dining area w/knotty pine ceilings, maple cabinets, granite counter tops, wood floors & 9’ceilings. Formal living room w/fireplace, formal dining, main floor laundry/ mud room. Master bedroom has full bath w/ whirpool tub. Lower level has in-floor heat, family room with w/o, 2 additional large bedrooms, and bath. Large covered deck to relax and enjoy the views, 2+attached garage, stamped sidewalks & patio, & central vac. $324,900 LaNesboro - 14 acre paradise just north of Lanesboro. 1 mile from Eagle Bluff, close to Root River & State Trail. Ideal for horses or cattle. Large open kitchen & formal dining room, newer living room with fireplace and knotty pine. Main floor laundry, 4-season porch, large deck with hot tub, sauna, putting green and more. Barn w/ shop above and heated shop/garage below 20 aCres - PrestoN/HarmoNy Ideal hobby farm w/tons of charm and character. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 9’ ceilings, original woodwork, wood floors, formal living rooms, dining room, family room, sun room and large main floor laundry/mud room. Walk-up attic is completely redone with 3/4 bath and bedroom. Kitchen has been completly remodeled, new furnace. 3-car attached garage, remodeled shed is now a heated work-out room. (80x36) shed, plus (90x45) shed.

This home has everything. $249,900 PrestoN - 15 acres - gorgeous setting for the 15 aces w/great hunting. House has been updated & remodeled. Vinyl siding, wrap around deck, new c/a & wood-burner/ l/p combo for heat. Garage has 10’ door & is hooked-up for in-floor heat. Shop is heated & has air plus 1/2 bath. You’ll love the privacy & the setting. $219,900 $209,900 sPriNG VaLLey - Masonic Park - Wooded 7 acre parcel with cabin and next to park. Everything you want with scenery, privacy, wildlife and close to creek and park. cabin has electricty, screened in porch, loft and new steel roof. $92,900 WHaLaN - 4 acres - Charming acreage north of Whalan, close to State Trail. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, newer windows, wood floors, main floor laundry, a covered porch. Outbuildings for machinery and animals. $149,900

CommerCiaL - Business not closing, just for sale. Wykoff - Gold st. restaurant - Established restaurant, turn key operation. Building completely renovated, equipment is newer and all inventory stays. Restaurant menu offers pizza, steak and fish specials, and more. Ideal for catering & deliveries. Additional dining area in lower level. $285,000

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WI-MN Real Estate rogerjohnson@auctionfarmland.com 507-724-8687 e19- o Hobby Farm- Hwy 30 Pilot Mound; 2.4 acres, 1-2 BR house, attached agarage and workshop, poleshed. New septic system $63,500. 507-452-9062. e12,19,26- x

Open HOuse saturday, sept. 24, 2011 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price Reduced $133,900

418 Preston Street NW, Preston, MN Gorgeous duplex unit on a corner lot with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and spacious den/ office. Panoramic view off the dining room deck, main floor laundry, and a family room that walks out to backyard. $133,900 MLS# 4029164

REAL ESTATE

LAKE LOT $34,900. Public sale Oct. 1. No minimum bid, walleyes, camp or build, power and water, great location! 866-667-4460 www.1000lakes.com MCAN

in Greenleafton 3 Bedroom home located on large corner lot. Main floor laundry, central air, various recent updates including bathroom, washer/ dryer, stove, microwave.

In addition a 24’ x 40’ shop/ storage building with 12’ x 40’ attached garage. $ 69,00000 Call 507-951-3237

Saad Attalla

Cell - 507-244-0888 3338 19th Street NW Rochester, MN 55901 507-285-9400

AlwAys CAll RAndy BARnes

Randy Barnes

507-251-3271 410 N. Main, Harmony, MN • (Across from Kwik Trip)

VeRy seCluded spot Lots of privacy. Twelve year old large modular home on 25 acres. Beautiful country setting. Hunter’s dream area. 40’ x

80’ pole shed of which 40’ is insulated shop. Could be handy man’s dream. Bring horses and four-wheelers, plenty of room and trails. 16165 351st Ave, Harmony. $165,000.

Always call Randy Barnes for appointment, 507-251-3271.

ReCently loweRed $10K Well kept older home on large lot in nice neighborhood, newer kitchen, stained glass window, open staircase, main floor living, newer roof, priced to move. 225 3rd Ave. SE, Harmony. $49,900. Always call Randy Barnes for appointment, 507-251-3271.

EMPLOYMENT One Block At A Time Day Care has full-time lead teacher opening. Requires at least an associate degree in child care or related field. Please send resume to Holly Kanengieter, Community Education Director, FC Schools, P.O. Box 50, Preston, MN 55965 or holly.kanengieter@isd2198. k12.mn.us h19- o

For sale by owner: Buildable site on 2 acres with large shop, 2 out buildings, with well and septic. Location at 2770 Wheat Land Rd. New Albin, IA. $150,000 OBO. Call Mark 507-458-3051 e12,19,26,3- x

Home for Sale

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Richard Milne & Associates

Real Estate, LLC Lanesboro-Beautiful Oak woodwork

throughout in this 4 bdrm 4 bath Victorian house w/ leaded & double glass windows. Open staircase, turret, 10’ ceilings. Currently a B&B. $255,000 $225,000 MLS #4028627

Preston - 4 bdrm, 2 ba w/o

rambler 2 car garage on 3 lots. $74,900 $69,900 MLS#4024351

Preston - 3 bdrm, 1 ba, with H/E furnace, close to downtown, $34,500 $23,000 MLS#4021257 Preston Great 1 1/2 story 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath and attached 3 season porch. One car detached garage and Flat Lot. $69,900 • MLS #4031651 Preston Enjoy this 3 Bedroom 2 Bath split that offers privacy with wooded area in backyard. Home features vaulted family room with Gas Fireplace, step saving kitchen and spacious living room. $128,000 • MLS#4031617 Preston 3 bdrm, Rambler, MF Laundry, Large Garage, low maintenance exterior, Close to swimming pool park and trail $109,900 • MLS#4030099

RichaRd Milne

BRokeR, GRi, aBR Home 507-765-2172 Cell: 507-951-3672 Fax: 507-765-5308 Email: rmilne@centurytel.net daVid Milne 507-696-6730

For more inFormation go to www.semnrealtors.org

Kingsley Mercantile, Inc. of Harmony, MN has an immediate opening in their small engine department. Must be knowledgable in small engines and have computer and customer relations skills. If qualified please stop at the store for an application. Phone: 507-886-2323. h19tfn- o Fillmore County DAC has a fulltime job coach position available M-F. Bus routes/van routes are included in the position. Person must be able to be at work as early as 7:30 am and work until 3:45 pm at the latest. If interested, please call Lori Weiss at 507-765-3378 h19- o Drive your future with a steady paycheck. Become an over the road semi driver with Roehl. We can provide you the training you need to start a great truck driving career.

800-535-8177 MCAN Johnson Farms Trucking Walhallad, ND is looking for drivers and owner/operators. Drivers making $60,000+. New 2012 trucks. No Northeast runs. Call 800-4375349 MCAN St. Joseph Equipment is looking for a Service Technician to work on a wide variety of farm and light industrial equipment at our Eyota MN location. Applicants must provide good work ethics, communication skills, along with the ability to problem solve. Pay will be based on experience.

Generous Health Insurance, 401K, Dental, and Vacation available. Call Greg at 507545-2000 for details. Or send resume to St. Joseph Equipment 4710 County Rd. 7 SE Eyota, MN 55934 h29tfn- o DRIVERS: Custom build your home time!

Full and part-time oppurtunities in midwest.

Daily pay. Call Knight to build your dream job. 800-414-9569 MCAN OTR Drivers and Owner Operators for small company in SW MN. Most runs turnarounds. Competitive pay and benefits.

Traildust Trucking 800-619-0037. MCAN HELP WANTED! Make $1000 a week mailing brochures from home! Guaranteed Income! FREE Supplies! No experience required. Start Imme-diately! www.homemailerprogram.net (VOID IN SD) (MFPA)

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EMPLOYMENT Drivers: CDL-A FedEx ground: Owner operator teams and small fleet owners.

Weekly settlements. Fuel supplement program. All runs hub-to-hub. 100% drop and hoook. Outstanding home time and more! FedEx Ground will contract with entities that are established under state law as corporations. 866-832-6339 www. buildagroundbiz.com MCAN St. Joseph Equipment - General Manager, Eyota (Rochester), MN. St Joseph Equipment is a Wisconsin and Minnesota multi store, multi brand equipment dealer. We are a family owned business having served the agricultural community for more than 50 years. We pride ourselves by being the service leader in our area. The General Manager will be responsible for managing the day to day operations of the dealership, increasing departmental sales, profits and market share year over year, maintaining a clean, safe, neat work and customer environment, both in-house and the dealership grounds. Qualified Applicants will have industry experience and management background, be able to lead, direct coach and teach 20+ employees, have strong communication and financial skills, have a high degree of professionalism and ethical standards.be a customer service advocate, live or willing to relocate to Rochester, MN area. Interested Applicants will receive Generous Health Insurance, 401K, Dental, Vacation, Life Insurance, LTD benefits. To apply email your resume to; smwuebben@sjelx.com St. Joseph Equipment, Inc. Attn: Sherry Wuebben N1751 County Road M; La Crosse, WI 54601 h29tfn- o

Rewarding work helping Seniors find employment!

Assist in coordinating nonprofit experienced worker training program in Fillmore/Houston Counties.

Travel reimbursed. * strong interpersonal skills; * accurate, detail-oriented; * valid drivers license; * self-starter; * 25 hours per week

Candidate must be 55 or older, unemployed and meet income eligibility guidelines. Send resume to nancy_hoffman@experienceworks.org; or call 612-718-1765.

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EMPLOYMENT

Harmony Healthcare is seeking a

RN Case MaNageR 4 Days a week.

This Position is eligible for benefits. experience in long term care, MDs, care plans and assessments preferred.

Contact: sue Lenz, Rn, DOn 815 Main ave. south Harmony, Mn 55939 507-886-6544, ext. 104 slenz@harmonycommunityhealth.org

Monday, September 19, 2011 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER

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• birTHday parTieS • Private Showing • SPecial eventS • watch DvDS • Play viDeo gameS only $50 for 2 Hours popcorn included with rental

WANTED

WANTED

Paying up to $175 for you junk cars, ANTIQUES WANTED:Post cards (written REUSE trucks, etc. Call Bill at 612-756-4547 orREDUCE 507- on •OK), books,• RECYCLE magazines, anything paper, 383-1168. w19,26,3- x military, marbles, radios, coins, hunting and fishing items, railroad, outboard motors, toys, JUNK SQUAD paying cash for cars, trucks, guns, knives, crocks, signs, pedal cars and motorcycles, snowmobiles, motorhomes and tractors, pocket watches, jewelry, muscial tractors. All units can be dead or alive! Call instruments, car parts, weather vanes, cameras, now to sell- 877-782-7040 MCAN photographs, old tools, clothing, salt and pepper shakers and dishes. Countryside AntiquesWanted: Cars, trucks, buses, tractors, 1 piece or complete estates, 41 years buying. running or not. Semi-trailers or machinery. 507-402-0880 w15,22,29,5,12,19- x Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn- o

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EMPLOYMENT

Love, Mommy, Grandpa, Grandma, Abby & Alyssa

Can you multitask, and be willing to make a difference in someone's life?

WANTED WANTED: Roommate, modern home Rushford, $390/mo. + utilities, 651-967-3120 text 507-458-4314 w12,19,26- x

NOTICES If you used the antibiotic drug Levaquin and suffered a tendon rupture, you may be entitled to compensation. Call attorney Charles Johnson 800-535-5727. MCAN SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. You WIN or Pay Us Nothing.

Contact Disability Group, Inc. Today! BBB Accredited. Call For Your FREE Book & Consultation. 888-819-3552 (MFPA) ATTENTION SLEEP APNEA SUFFERERS with Medicare. Get FREE CPAP Replacement Supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, prevent red skin sores and bacterial infection!

Call 888-859-7796 (MFPA) DISH Network delivers more for less!

Packages starting at $24.99/mo, local channels included! FREE HD for life! Free BLOCKBUSTER® movies for 3 months.

1-888-379-7065 (MFPA) ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE Talking Meter and diabetic testing supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful finger pricking!

Call 888-441-2313 (MFPA)

We are looking for a part-time Universal Worker.

• Must be willing to work every other weekend and call in basis.

• Duties would be to help with personal cares, serving meals and housekeeping.

CoNtaCt Joy or stop iN for aN appliCatioN

Meadows of Mabel

E.O.E.

(507)493-5995 610 East Newberg, Mabel, MN 55954 …because the journey matters

Are you a kindhearted, compassionate, and caring person who wants to make a difference?

CoMe joiN our teaM. Part-time Nursing assistants positions available Will train and reimburse for classes, if not on the registry.

Bonus-pay on Weekends and Shift Differential

Wykoff High School Class of 1981

Remembers Classmates who are no longer with us:

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Contact Annette or stop by for an application.

Green Lea Manor Nursing Home 115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954

E.O.E.

(507) 493-5436

…because the journey matters

Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS

has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals

For more information contact Kelly, Human Resources PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507/864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Services Employer Equal Opportunity and Provider Creative Christian Living and Human Service

Fiscal Director Semcac, a non-profit human service agency located in Rushford, MN is accepting applications for a full-time Fiscal Director to manage and direct the financial activities of the organization. The Fiscal Director is responsible for all financial systems, including but not limited to payroll, A/P, reports, budgets and the annual audit. The position requires a four-year B.S. Degree in Accounting or related field and a minimum of three to five years experience and/or training.

Non-profit background and familiarity with federal and state grant funding sources a plus. Application packet available by contacting Mary Jo Grimsrud at Semca (507) 864- 8202 or email maryjo.grimsrud@semcac.org. Application materials must be received by October 3, 2011. EOE.

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30 Year Class Reunion

Love,

September 24, 2011

Brittany Bier and Justin Smith

Mom & Dad Happy

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Katelyn

were married on

• Part-time Dietary Aide/Janitor • Part-time Nurse (RN or LPN) • Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center

Jim Peterson

Kerry Affeldt

August 27th, 2011

in Weeping Water, Nebraska!

You are invited to attend a reception given by parents, Darwin & Genny Smith on:

Saturday, September 24th, 2011 1:00 pm - ? at Crestwood Country Cabin 27315 230th St. Preston, MN 55965

Look Who is Turning 80!

Come Help Celebrate Lyle’s 80th Birthday

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

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Hay equipment • JD 3955 Chopper 5 1/2 Hay Head • JD 936 MoCo Impl • JD 735 MoCo • JD 730 MoCo • JD 535 MoCo • 2) 568 Round Baler • 3) JD 567 Round Baler

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