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Whatever happened to the Dogpatch? By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

For many people in this area the mention of the Dogpatch in Troy, Minn. conjures up memories of times gone by. It also usually brings out the stories from locals who spent time there over the years. Whether it was the dancing, food, beverages, or friends there was always a reason to go to the Dogpatch and patrons never failed to leave happy. There have been many proprietors in the history of Dogpatch, but in recent years it had been abandoned and was in desperate need of repair. In 2010 the property was purchased by Scott Hanson and his wife, Denise Conway, as a “fun project” states the couple. Conway states that there is a lot of history in the building and she did not want to see it go to waste. The remodeling project took about a year to complete. One major improvement which needed to be done first was the replacement of the floor in the dance hall located in the rear

The Dogpatch was a hotspot hangout many years ago, and that current owners. of the building as the floor had the dance hall was originally screened in like a huge porch been ripped out at some point. For those who remember the and the walls were built later. dance hall there is a bit of triv- The over 3000 square foot ia some people may not know. building was kept as original The couple has been told that as possible to retain the history

nostalgia has been preserved by Photo by Barb Jeffers and the feel of the Dogpatch but some modern improvements needed to be made. There were no changes to the structure of the building but the interior was gutted with new

electrical and plumbing work done throughout. A beautiful new wood ceiling was put in and new windows installed as well. The floor in the bar portion of the building is still the original floor and the bar is the original as well. There are many other remnants of the past still remaining as you walk around and look. When replacing windows that had been boarded up Hanson found a board which said “Red’s Dogpatch” and assume it hung in the bar at some point. Perhaps “Red” was the person who originally named the Dogpatch, but the couple is not sure. That sign now hangs above the original fireplace in the building. While removing paneling there were old painted murals on the walls. Some were not able to be salvaged, but the couple managed to save one painting of “Daisy Mae” from the cartoon Li’l Abner. As far as the owners can tell the name See DOGPATCH Page 6 

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Kingsland Schools off to a smooth to start By R ick Wicks rick@fillmorecountyjournal.com

A regular meeting of the Kingsland School Board was held on Monday, September 15 at the Kingsland District Conference Room. Board member Kristen Beck was absent. Chairperson Doug Plaehn called the meeting to order, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Consent agenda items included the meeting’s agenda, minutes of the previous month’s

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meeting, approving September 2014 bills for payment, first reading of policy reviews, and second reading of policy adoptions. The motion to approve consent items carried without dissent. Recognition items included sign donations from the Howard family and Beck family, Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, and the Booster Club. The board also recognized the Ministerial Association for school supplies, and Polly Lenz for volunteering her time.

There were no public comments. A report was given by students Tyler Kappers and Gretchen Korson regarding recent FFA events, including the Fall BBQ, and their livestock entries at the Minnesota State Fair. Steve Tart reported on Finance/ Facilities, including recent tours in Wykoff and several minor repairs in process. Deb Larson reported on Curriculum/Personnel, including Nonviolent Crisis Prevention training for staff. Doug Plaehn reported on Policy/

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dow” of the new school year will begin October 1. Principal Chris Priebe gave a report on Kingsland Elementary and Middle Schools. He said students are transitioning well into their new grades and classrooms. He also told of new “Morning Meetings” being held daily at the Middle School to foster effective communication. Principal Priebe also told of changes in the Arrivals & Departures system See KINGSLAND Page 2 

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at the school, to make student drop-off and pick-up run more smoothly. Parents are catching on to it, and the school has gotten positive reviews. The iPad Parent meeting will be held September 22 at 6pm in the café at Spring Valley. There was no report from the Special Education Director. A written report was submitted by the Building & Grounds Director. Business Manager Todd Lechtenberg gave a report on the FY14 audit, saying that it’s 95% done, and will be reviewed in draft form by an accounting firm, and the plan is to have the financial data presented at the School Board’s meeting in October. He also gave an update on FY16 levy certification, and summarized the current FY15

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financial status. He said the first two months have seen more expenses than revenues, but said that’s normal due to expenses beginning before students are actually in the classrooms. He also explained some expenses are higher due to buying in bulk, which will lead to savings over the long term. He noted that the full impact of breakfast expense on the budget is not yet known, but will become clearer in another month or so. Athletic Director Houser gave a brief update on coaching vacancies being filled. Superintendent John McDonald gave his report, including the most recent Facility Committee (August 19 in Wykoff) which toured the facility and set maintenance priorities. He said that Multiple Measurement Rating (MMR) results will have a public release on October 1.

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The MMR areas include Proficiency, Growth, Achievement Gap Reduction, and Graduation. Superintendent McDonald also showed a brief video that aired on TV Channel 6 news recently, highlighting Kingsland High School students taking college level courses. Old Business included a motion to approve the Elementary breakfast fee for grades 1-3 at a cost of $1.25, effective October 1. The motion carried unanimously. This had been inadvertently left unchanged during the most recent across-the-board increases. The current Milk Contract provider (Sampson’s Dairy) has ceased operations, so a motion was brought to approve the next best bidder (Hasting Co-op). The motion carried. In New Business, the board accepted four resignations and the hiring of eight positions (including the addition of one new Special Education paraprofessional due to the needs of the current students). Three staff “lane changes” were also approved. A motion to certify the proposed Property Tax Levy for Payable 2015 carried. A Truth in Taxation Hearing was set for December 15, 2014, at 6:15pm. The next regular meeting of the Board was set for Monday, October 20, 2014. The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:25pm.

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Harmony Veterinary Clinic acquires Cresco Veterinary Clinic The doctors and staff at the Harmony Veterinary Clinic are pleased to announce the acquisition of the Cresco Veterinary Clinic in Cresco, Iowa. The Doctors and employees are very excited about this new venture and look forward to extending the same high quality and reliable veterinary service to the Cresco community and surrounding area. The Cresco Veterinary Clinic will be offering a full line of veterinary products and services to meet all your small and large animal needs. The clinics small animal services will continue to include routine and emergency medicine and surgery along with preventative health programs and chiropractic services to meet a variety of your pets needs. The large animal services primarily focus on production medicine and herd health programs with an emphasis on individual animal attention for both beef and dairy producers. This includes but is not limited to; milk quality assessments, reproductive programs utilizing ultrasound and fetal gender identification, biosecurity and vaccination programs, feedlot and cow calf herd consultation, breeding soundness evaluations for beef and dairy bulls, lame-

ness evaluation and treatment, and building and ventilation design and consultation. Our equine services include routine health and vaccination programs, reproductive ultrasound evaluations, full lameness workups utilizing radiology, joint injections, and chiropractic adjustments, as well as full dental services. Small ruminant patients and herds are also welcome for individual attention and herd health programs. The Doctors thank Dr. Dan Huiskamp for this opportunity and wish him the very best in his well deserved retirement. We are also very excited to continue to work with his staff in Cresco, Matthew (Matty) Schumacher and Brianne Tilleraas, as they help us in transitioning into this new endeavor. The Doctors and staff look forward to the opportunity are excited to be a part of Cresco. Harmony Veterinarian Clinic operations include: Drs. Lynn Aggen, Sarah Otto, John Rein, Mackenzie Wesby, Allison Hartman, and staff: Emily Ellis-Onsager, Lisa Thoen,Christine Olson, Jennifer Kerndt, Mason Henry, and Cory Fate.

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C ommentary The Bad Lie By Eric Leitzen I was paging through one of my old issues in Smithsonian (because I’m a nerd, remember) and I came across a full-page advertisement that, well, struck me. Like a baseball bat upside the head, I found myself rendered speechEric Leitzen less by what was laid out in front of me. The ad was for self-named “survival food,” but not just any survival food, supposedly the best. Don’t go bothering with the survival food put out by our own US military, because those wimpy MREs (meals ready-to-eat) only last a measly five years. This stuff, the ad boasts twenty-five years of shelf stability. For the record, I’m now twenty-nine, and the idea of eating some freeze-dried chili that was manufactured when I was four is nothing short of amazing. In all honesty, I find all of that food science fascinating. Who knows how many hours I’ve frittered away watching documentaries and reading about R&D in the food world. Had I known how bad the climate would be for teachers after the financial crash in ’08, I possibly would have gone to school to study food instead. If you ever see me on the street, you’ll know I have quite the affinity for the stuff. But there was something about this ad that bothered me, that shook me at the core and caused the trained Historian in me (look, Ma, I’m using my diploma!) to get a little, shall we say, miffed. The presentation of this ad is Editorial Cartoon

annoying in several ways, and it belies a bigger problem in the greater American mindset. This ad is preying on fear; it even says that you should be stocking away quarter-century-stable tacos because, and I quote, “the situation is way too serious not to do something about it.” Be afraid. Lock yourself inside. Trust no one. Eat this pizza pocket in twenty years. There has got to be some kind of irony in the fact that this ad was bought and placed in the pages of Smithsonian, which is a magazine that takes it name from a museum which just might be the very name you think of when you want to bask in American Exceptionalism. We’re living in such bizarre times that America can and will be the greatest country in the world, and yet at the same time I am constantly terrified of the entire nation being melted into slag and my only recourse is to stock up on dried beans. I spoke last time about the best parts of America’s doublethinking psychology, and this is quite clearly the worst. You can’t wave the flag and wilt in your bunker at the same time. The most bothersome part of all of this, I found, was the website the advertisement directed us to. I won’t give it out, because I don’t want them to have any publicity from me, but needless to say the web address contained the word “Patriots.” Yes, patriots. Because only a true patriot has what it takes to hide in fear hoarding everlasting spaghetti. Only a true patriot is convinced that this country (the best country in the world, mind you) is one step away from absolute destruction and therefore every moment of your life must be lived in unending dread. I’m sure we all remember when

brave Patriots like Paul Revere hid underneath his silversmith’s shop hoarding salt cod, or when George Washington dug himself a hollow ‘neath an old hickory stump at Valley Forge because America was just doomed, doomed, doomed. These hucksters stoking up your fear are not patriots. They aren’t even cowards. They are the equivalent of a fifteen year old in a devil mask jumping out at you from the bushes on Halloween, hoping you’ll scatter a few SweeTarts as you run away. They are snake oil salesmen with websites, promising to make you feel better if you only buy the brown bottle. In this time of seemingly endless war and the constant hunger for new conflicts and new bombing missions, we really should take a moment to step back from the stacks hermetically-sealed sauerkraut (or is that Liberty Cabbage?) and not let our most primal fears rule us and turn us into sad, frightened monsters. A frightened animal is the one most likely to attack foolishly, and it was fifty-six men who signed the Declaration of Independence knowing full well that they could and should fear the King wanting to put a rope around their neck… but they did it anyway. Get out of the basement, hold your head up, and do not retreat from the light. A true patriot fights the good fight, even when he knows it might be unpopular; and a true patriot knows when he is right and when he is wrong. To put the name “Patriot” on such a wrong-headed business venture that seems to scream retreat and recalcitrance, a complete lack of accountability as the world burns around you, is an absolute shame and it is not what this country is about in the slightest.

POET General Managers make their voices heard in Washington SIOUX FALLS, SD (September 18, 2014) – Chris Hanson, General Manager of POET Biorefining – Preston, traveled to Washington, D.C. September 14-17 to meet with Congressional officials and highlighted the important role ethanol plays in reducing our dependence on foreign oil and revitalizing the American economy. Hanson joined Growth Energy leaders, including CEO Tom Buis and Co-Chairman of the Board General Wesley Clark (Ret.), for a series of meetings on Capitol Hill. Discussion focused on the current state of the industry and stressed the importance of protecting the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). “The intent of the Renewable Fuel Standard is to give consumers more choice at the gas pump and to put renewable fuels on a levelplaying field with the oil industry. Any movement away from this intent is not what consumers are looking for and it will chill investment in cellulosic ethanol and advanced biofuels development,” said Hanson. “I appreciated the opportunity to meet with each office to discuss what the biofuels industry means to the people and communities in Minnesota and look forward to building upon this relationship going forward.” During the trip, Hanson met with the offices of Rep. Michele Bachmann (MN-6), Rep. Collin Peterson (MN-7), Senator Al Franken (D-MN) and Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN). About POET POET, one of the world’s largest ethanol producers, is a leader in biorefining through its efficient,

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Government this week • Monday, September 22, Chatfield City Council, Chatfield City Hall, 7:00pm • Monday, September 22, Rushford City Council, Rushford City Hall, 6:30pm • Monday, September 22, Spring Valley City Council, Spring Valley City Hall, 6:00pm • Tuesday, September 23, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9am • Tuesday, September 23, Fillmore Central School Board, 6:30pm • Wednesday, September 24, Peterson City Council, Peterson City Hall, 7:00pm Schedule subject to change.

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C ommentary Guest commentary: Who has heard of Wells, Minn.? By Brett Kues I have been told several times by several people, “Now is the time to build a new school because it will never be less expensive than it is if we build right now.” This seems to be the go to line for every person wanting a new school. The problem is they are wrong. However, before I Brett Kues go into why they are wrong, let me remind you this is the same mantra given two years ago. At that time they told us “now was the time and if we allowed the opportunity to pass it would be a mistake.” Déjà vu. After hearing this repeatedly, I did some research, and after checking some facts, I am of the firm opinion that a new school not only could cost less, but should. In searching for data on in-state new school costs around MN I found a little town called Wells and district 2134. I also found a wealth of data from other states. Using the other states data, I was able to determine some pretty accurate

averages for school size and cost. Using these averages and looking at what was built in Well’s, it is clear that a more accurate mantra by those blindly seeking to build a new school should be “IT WILL NEVER COST MORE”. To back this up, I offer you the averages my research revealed. First, MN recommends square footage per student; it is less for an elementary, increasing for middle school and still more for high school students. The average recommended footage per student is 173 sq/ft, this includes cafeteria space and gymnasium space. If we use this square footage for every student in Rushford, we get 690 x 173 = 119,370 sq/ft. Remember this number. The other important average is the total cost per square foot. This cost includes site work, not just the cost of the building. As close as I could tell, the average total cost around the country, is around $200 per sq/ ft. The last time there was real data, the cost was $191 in the 34th annual education construction report. Most schools built last year were below the $200 sq/ft threshold, but others drove it up. For example Virginia was

$166.29. If we take the average square footage and multiply it by the cost per SQ/FT, (119,370 X $200) we get a new school cost of $23,874,00! Add approximately 7,500 square feet some unique extra’s that I am told are needed when you combine all grades into one school like a second gym and larger library and lunch facilities, or $1.5 million for these additional needs, and you get a new school sized for 690 students for $25.4 million. Coincidently, the school built in the afore mentioned town of Wells, for a student population of 673, cost that district $28 million including the land purchase. It is odd that District 2134 can do what our architects and board say is not possible. In an effort to justify the cost, our Architects are telling us, this is a building that will last; that a school cannot be built for less. I am forced to wonder if the good folks in Wells, Minn. had their architects design a school that would not “last”. Also, I find it odd that on a project of this magnitude; we are only consulting one architectural firm. To me, we are trusting the hens to the fox. HOW ABOUT A SECOND ARCHITECTURAL COMPANY REVIEW? We did not do this, instead; we are told it can’t be done for less by a company that stands to gain if we believe them. Maybe we should

The President and the Congress Should Work Together on Military Intervention By Lee H. Hamilton In his speech last week outlining his plans to use military force against the jihadists of the Islamic State, President Obama gave Congress only passing mention. “I have the authority to address the threat from ISIL,” he said. “But I believe we are strongest as a nation when the Lee Hamilton president and Congress work together.” He’s right, of course. But that’s not the half of it. We live in troubled times, and over the last decade or two our military has been deeply involved somewhere in the world: Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan, Yemen, Libya, Syria... It’s a long list that will only grow longer as we’re called upon to use force in the future. Our process for deciding to use force, however, hasn’t caught up with these dangerous times. It has been decades since Congress asserted any meaningful role — pretty much everyone in the country, including most members

of Congress, consider military intervention to be the President’s prerogative. Congress has been far too deferential: its members prefer to avoid a potentially difficult political vote, let the President take the lead, and then criticize him if he was wrong. At the moment, much of the debate in the press and in Washington about the President’s intentions revolves around the legal justifications, which I find slightly amusing. The fact is that presidents always find the legal authority to take whatever action they believe is in the country’s best interest, and they have plenty of cards in their deck: selfdefense, national security, protecting Americans, and their constitutional role as commander in chief. Indeed, there are occasions when the President must act alone. If we’ve been attacked or hostilities are imminent or some emergency presents itself for which force is the only response, we’d expect the President to respond effectively. But there are powerful political reasons for making the decision to use force abroad a joint one with Congress in all

but emergencies. When our nation must deal with controversial, complicated questions, there is great value to making the President articulate his analysis of the situation and the reasons for his decisions, and to test that thinking beyond close advisors who naturally tend to support him. The best place to do so is in Congress, where fresh eyes and an independent point of view will produce tough questions. Invariably, the result is a refined White House policy and a better understanding of it by the American people. This is unequivocally what Americans want. Even now, as a large majority of Americans support military action against ISIS, they also want Congress to weigh in, with more than 70 percent in a recent CNN poll believing President Obama should seek Congress’s backing for military strikes. This may be because Americans understand innately that military action supported by both the President and Congress carries more legitimacy at home and more conviction abroad. Internal debate on foreign policy unsettles our allies, who begin to doubt the sustainability of our chosen course.

call the Wells superintendant and get the number of their architects. In looking into this plan, I also considered whether or not the state money makes it worthwhile to abandon our current buildings. I have to admit, if the new building were size/cost appropriate, it would probably be cheaper to build new than repair the old when you account for the state aid. I also learned that as property values increase in the area (as they are doing), the amount the state contributes will go down. The more this drops, the more we have to cover. It is always smart to plan for the best but to prepare for the worst. Are we as a community prepared to cover the whole $38,165,000 price tag if the state funding disappears? Jeremy Miller was kind enough to point out that the funds are not guaranteed for the life of the loan. However, assuming the money is there for the whole term and the contribution amount does not change, $25.4 million is $12,600,000.00 less than the $38 million the district wants, making our share around $6.3 million less. Waiting until the district puts forth a realistic plan will not only cost less but WAY LESS, and would be the smart thing to do. Maybe we should again consider passing a referendum that would enable the District to fix

what they have. I am not sure we will ever get that opportunity, and it would require the board to tell us how viable an idea it is, but the point is, there are options available which cost a lot less than $38 million which would lead us wholly to the same goal, a better building in which to teach our kids The more I try to find reasons a new school is the best route, the more I realize the flaws with the idea. One blaring problem I can’t get around is what will become of the old buildings. We already have a building on the south side of town sitting empty, and an incomplete building on the north side of town, do we need one in the middle too? Why can Europe maintain buildings that are substantially older than ours? It seems to me that necessity is the mother of invention, meaning that Europe has little choice but to maintain current structures because there is little room for new building. I believe if we give our board of education no choice but to stay in the current structure, they will find a way to make it work. At this point I firmly believe that now is not the time, and this is not the plan that is right for the community. If Wells can build a school for $28 million, so can we. I think we should all vote NO to the upcoming $38.1 million referendum.

The U.S. is in a far stronger position before the world if it is clear that the branches of government are unified and that we are speaking with one voice as a nation. Though my chief concern is with the politics of authorizing force, there is one legal argument I find paramount. It is common wisdom that our Constitution is ambiguous on this subject, since it makes the President the commander in chief, yet gives Congress the ability to declare war. In a sense, though, the Constitution’s message is anything but ambiguous: by giving a role to each branch, it clearly considers the use of force to be a shared decision. This imposes a responsibil-

ity on Congress. Our system is built on the notion that Congress cannot be a bystander when it comes to the grave decision to use our military abroad. It, too, needs to take ownership of decisions to use force, for the good of the American people’s understanding and acceptance of the issues at stake, and for the benefit of the nation’s profile abroad. But Congress needs to assert this role, not hide behind the expediency of letting someone else make the decision. And the President should embrace it. Lee Hamilton is Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

Candidates aCCept invite to publiC Forum The Hanson-Raabe Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 4114 of Spring Valley invites the public of western Fillmore County to a public forum to listen to the candidates running for local, elected office . The candidates are: Sheriff- Brian Miner and Tom Kaase. For Fillmore County District 3, county commissioner: Fred Scheevel and Harry Root. This event will be held on September 30th, 2014, Tuesday at 7 PM at the VFW Post home located at: 104 S Broadway Ave, Spring Valley, MN. Questions from the public are invited prior to the start of the public forum and this event will be moderated by Jason Sethre and David Phillips of Fillmore County print news media.

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Dogpatch came from the cartoon as it was the name of the town in the cartoon. As he was spending time at the Dogpatch remodeling Hanson had people stopping by on a regular basis. Some were stopping to see what was being done, others stopped to share memories of time spent there, and every now and then someone would walk in thinking the place was open for business. One particular day a classic car group stopped on one of their cruises thinking the place was open. One evening as the owners sat at the bar visiting with friends, a couple walked in the door and when told the place wasn’t open,

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they laughed, continued to sit at a table, and ordered something to drink. Once Hanson convinced them that Dogpatch was truly not open he then proceeded to give them each a can of pop, popped some popcorn, and turned on the jukebox while the two groups sat and visited for quite awhile. The couple states “if the lights are on people stop” thinking that it is open for business which they don’t mind because they like hearing the stories of the Dogpatch in its heyday and learning more of the history of the place. Denise has put her own special touch throughout the building decorating it with vintage pieces, pictures, and furniture. One could spend quite a bit of

time just looking at the decor which brings the past back to life. Hanson and Conway also remodeled the two bedroom home that sits on the property, gutting the interior and making necessary improvements as well as doing additional landscaping work outside. With the project now complete and saying they “never intended to run a bar” the couple has now put the property up for sale. As the couple lives near Welch, Minn. they do not get the chance to spend as much time at Dogpatch as they would like and feel it is time to move on to another project. It will be bittersweet to sell the place as the couple has hosted many family events at the loca-

Canton looks into updating water meters By Liz Giese The Canton City Council discussed the town’s need for new water meters at their regular meeting on September 10. Town engineer Jon Nordsving stated there have been problems with the current water meters and several readers are malfunctioning or broken. He noted that about one-third of the city’s water is unaccounted for or not billed to anyone. Nordsving recently discussed options for updating the water meters with Minnesota Pipe and Equipment. The type of water meters currently used in Canton are no longer made. New meters are available with a different type of reader. In addition to replacing water meters, they also offer GPS mapping of water

and sewer lines. This provides a very accurate way of locating the lines and shutoffs, which would be valuable considering the amount of time often necessary to locate and reach them. He recommended the Council consider this option when replacing the water meters. Mayor Donivee Johnson stated that the city may be able to get a Rural Water micro-loan for updating the water meters. She did not know the interest rate that evening, but said it has been reasonable. Once the city has gotten estimates for replacing the water meters and GPS mapping, she will take a closer look at the numbers and discuss with the Council. This project would not happen until spring. Historical Society event

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Kathy Haynes, President of the Canton Historical Society, was present at the meeting to discuss an event the Historical Society is hosting at the end of the month. The Historical Society has been working to save and restore the old depot in Canton. The depot was donated to the Society by Larry and Laurie Huber and the upcoming event is in their honor to give the community a chance to thank them. The Council unanimously approved a motion to designate the Hubers as Honorary Citizens of Canton. A certificate signed by the Council will be presented during the program. The Council will also present the Historical Society with a check for $10,000 at the event. The event will take place at the Canton Town Hall on Sunday, September 28. There will be a dinner at 1:00 pm and a program at 2:00 pm. The cost for dinner is $10 per person. Cake and coffee will be served following the program. Community members are invited to attend all or part of this event. Other business Councilor Cindy Shanks reported that the Canton Day Off celebration went well and ideal weather helped make for a good weekend. The Adopt-A-Planter winners were announced: First place was awarded to First Southeast Bank – Canton with a prize of $125. The second place prize of $100 went to Ken Fabian and the third place prize of $75 went to ZZTap. Mayor Donivee Johnson provided an update on the Gov-

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small grocery store. The history of Dogpatch is something that lives within everyone who spent time there over the many years of its existence. The future of Dogpatch is unclear but hopefully it is around to bring good times and memories to more generations. Perhaps someone will buy the property and open up Dogpatch once more. For more information phone (507) 319-9158. If you have information on the history of Dogpatch or have a memory to share please comment on the story online at fillmorecountyjournal.com. To view additional photos of Dogpatch visit the facebook page of The Fillmore County Journal.

ernment Center progress. The flooring has been laid and baseboard is done. The fixtures and counters still need to be installed. Town engineer Jon Nordsving reported that the Department of Health tests samples from around town for lead and copper every five years and this year the results were good. He also stated that he would be getting a bid from American Waterworks for mud-jacking to fix the sidewalk in front of the new Government Center. The sidewalk has dropped about two inches, but the slabs are not damaged. He will also look into the cost of replacing the sections of sidewalk for comparison. It was noted that the City is not responsible for fixing

other sidewalks around town since that cost would be assessed to the adjacent property owner as when sidewalks are replaced. The proposed 2015 budget was approved. It reflects a 6% increase compared with the 5% levy in 2014. The Council voted to decline a request by Bob Pass to extend City water hook-up out to his property. They determined that the cons outweighed the pros and there are too many variables involved in extending a line that far. A motion passed to approve a Fire Department liquor license for the Kayla Kerns wedding on September 13. The next regular meeting of the Canton City Council is on Wednesday, August 8, at 7 pm.

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Walter-Vickmark Melanie Walter and David (DJ) Vickmark would like to announce their engagement. Melanie is the daughter of Deb & Mike Walter of Eau Claire, Wisc. David (DJ) Vickmark is the son of Mary & David Vickmark of Spring Valley Minn. Melanie is a math teacher at the Waubun High School in Waubun Minn. DJ works for TEAM Industries in Audubon, Minn. An October 4th wedding is planned in Eau Claire Wisc .

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Farm Safety A special section of the Fillmore County Journal

New equipment technology bolsters farm safety By Kirsten Zoellner In a memo on the Department of Agriculture blog last September, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack noted the work load demand and dangers of the agriculture industry. 2012 recorded the “highest fatal injury rate of any indus-

try, with the rate of on-the-job fatality in agriculture nearly seven times the rate for all U.S. workers.” While statistics may show the harsh reality of one of the challenges farmers face, the figures also represent a change in data recording for farm-related injuries

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and a growing demand for safe run into, especially with older sight on tractors, combines, equipment. guys on older tractors is on and implements. “It isn’t law Begun in the mid-70s, with safety features.” According to yet, but this is something we the addition of Rollover Pro- Trouten, owners will occasion- could see down the road as tective Structures (ROPS) ally remove safety switches and mandatory,” noted Trouten. on option on new tractors, shields to try and make things “With better lighting, farmers a heightened desire for accu- easier on themselves. “That cre- are able to see farther, giving rate data and improved tech- ates an opportunity for acci- them more time to react.” nologies took hold. By 1985, dents. Keep in mind, what’s Halogen, Light Emitting ROPS were standard on all new there was put on for a reason.” Diode (LED), High-Intensity tractors. Survey data quickly Changes in lighting have also Discharge (HID), offer greater showed that ROPS, with use made a dramatic effect on inci- illumination, more resistance to of seatbelt, were 99.9 percent dent reduction. As farmers vibration, and have been shown effective in preventing deaths have pushed themselves round to reduce stress and fatigue on due to tractor overturns. ROPS the clock and equipment has operators. Delayed egress lightremain 70 percent effective become larger and quicker, ing feature exterior lights that even without a seatbelt. the advent of new lighting has See TECHNOLOGY Page 9  Safety technologies contin- offered clearer and brighter ued for tractors, particularly those built prior to that time ST period. For the majority, tracaND PROFITaBLE HaR vE FE Sa a E av H tors on farm were built prior to the ROPS rollout and contributed largely to continued farm accidents. ROPS retrofit proaGRONOMY GRaIN FEED grams were put in place, but for some, finding and installing Farmers, thank you for your commitment to providing the nation’s food. the systems was cost prohibiFarmers Co-op Elevator — member owned and controlled — is proud to tive. The National Institute for be your partner in agriculture, providing quality feed, agronomy products Occupational Safety and Health division of Safety Research and and grain services to farmers for over 110 years. Protective Technology Branch Our nutritionists, agronomists and grain instituted a Cost-Effective marketers have the expertise to help you. Rollover Protective Structures (CROPS) program for those 800-450-7733 | www.fce.coop farmers still chugging away on older models and numbers of /townandcountrystore incidents reduced further as more than 59 percent of U.S. tractors were fitted with the structures. “It’s probably the number one biggest change in safety,” 307 Industrial 307 Industrial 307Drive, Industrial Drive, P.O. Box Drive, P.O.56, Box P.O. Rushford, 56, BoxRushford, 56, MnRushford, 55971 Mn 55971 Mn 55971 noted Scott Trouten of Preston Equipment. The integration and addition of further technologies related to implements, skidSince 1955 Since 1955 Since 1955 steers, All Terrain Vehicles, and other agriculture equipment Fax 507-864-2766 Fax 507-864-2766 Fax 507-864-2766 increased the opportunity for Email -Email Email accident, but safety measures darrellh@acegroup.cc darrellh@acegroup.cc darrellh@acegroup.cc increased alongside them. “The biggest changes have been more electrical,” notes Eric Hammell of Hammell Equipment. “Safety switches, seatbelts standard, shields around moving parts, skid steers with parking brakes that set automatically, locks on loaders to keep them up safely while working on them,” he continues. “It’s hard in the ag business. You have to typically get out to work on something. All it takes is one freak accident.” Tires, brakes, hydraulics, and steering have also changed dramatically over the years. Parts are now longer lasting, more efficient, and easier to maintain. Components such as locks on 3-point hitches to prevent accidental dropping and deflector shields on blades and Power Take Off (PTO) have reduced the incidence of accident. However, Trouten stresses that this is only when used properly. “We make sure everything Rushford 507.864.2845 • Chatfield 507.867.4910 that goes out the door has Eitzen 507.495.3326 • Harmony 507.886.2255 proper operator’s manual, if www.hammellequipment.com at all possible. One issue we

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stay on after exiting machinery and strategically placed lighting helps eliminate trouble areas. In addition, reflective marking, rotary beacon lighting, and lighted implements have increased safety when on roadways, where farmers often bear the brunt of issues from the quick pace we’ve all become accustomed to. The development and implementation of precision agriculture, utilizing sensors, Global Positioning System (GPS) or Geographic Information Systems (GIS), has catapulted farming ahead in effectiveness, allowing greater control over planning, mapping, soil sampling, crop scouting, and yields. What’s more, the technology has added remarkable safety when used for equipment. “Things have come a long way,” states Duane Hyland of Hyland Motors. “Everything has gotten better.” Already innovators in the industry are working on remarkable new technologies for agriculture; mobile applications, vehicle guidance lasers, seed meters, and wireless networks, along with futuristic weeding robots and unmanned aircraft applicators. Of course, that technology comes with a price, but there

are some more cost-effective safety enhancements out there that might be overlooked. “With new technology, it’s not nearly as fatiguing,” adds Hyland, noting suspensions and comfort features. “These farmers are putting in long hours out there. In all aspects, they need to go out there in a way that they are not fatigued, tired, and careless. When that happens, they’re more vulnerable to mistakes.” Largely, farm safety is in the hands of the hard-working farmer. “You need to shut down the machines to examine things if there’s cause for concern,” continues Hyland. “Be more safety conscious. A bad situation can happen quickly and when you’re out there alone, you’re vulnerable.” “The biggest thing, with planting and harvest season, is that the window seems to be getting smaller and smaller to get things done,” adds Hammell. “The thing to remember is to take your time and be safe. Sometimes that gets pushed to the back burner when we’re trying to get jobs done. It’s important.” Sources: US Department of Agriculture, National Ag Safety Database, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Farm Industry News

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National Farm Safety & Health Week By Nathan Winter, University of Minnesota Extension The third week in September represents National Farm Safety & Health Week. This week corresponds well with the fall harvest season in Minnesota, and serves as a reminder to practice farm safety, throughout the year. Although farm accidents have been reduced in recent years, they are still far too frequent and serious. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), agriculture ranks amongst the most hazardous industries. Approximately 476 farmers and farm workers died from work-related injury in 2010. The leading cause of death for farmers and farm workers from 1992-2009 was tractor overturns. Approximately 243 agricultural workers lose work time due to an injury. According to NIOSH, an average of 113 young people, under 20 years of age, die annually from farmrelated injuries. The majority of those who die are youth between 16-19

Whitewater WMA gets new manager For only the third time in its 80-year history, one of Minnesota’s most popular public hunting grounds has a new manager. In August, veteran DNR staffer Don Nelson took over management of the 27,000-acre Whitewater Wildlife Management Area (WMA) midway between Rochester and Winona. Nelson has been DNR’s Rochester area wildlife supervisor for the past 10 years. Before that, he worked 12 years as a DNR environmental review biologist, after starting with the agency at its Madelia farmland wildlife research facility 26 years ago. He replaces Jon Cole who oversaw Whitewater WMA for 30 years. “I have a real attachment to southeast Minnesota, and this is one of the premier wildlife areas in the state,” Nelson said. “I’m looking forward to spending more time on habitat management and providing high quality outdoor recreational opportunities at this unit.” Named for the trout stream that flows through it, Whitewater WMA is the fifth largest wildlife management area in the state. Adjacent to Whitewater State Park, it’s heavily used by hunters, anglers, wildlife watchers and others because of its quality habitat, scenic beauty and proximity to major urban areas. The unit is located about half an hour from Rochester and less than two hours from the Twin Cities.

years. The most common source of fatal injuries to youth is machinery (includes tractors), motor vehicles (includes ATVs), followed by drowning. In 2009, 16,100 children and adolescents were injured on farms and 3,400 due to farm work. Sadly, most of these farm-related accidents could have been prevented if appropriate safety measures would have been taken. Often, nature does not leave a big enough time period to get the work done, so farmers and farm workers feel the need to hurry. Be sure to slow down and think about the safest ways to go about your work. Also, make certain that all safety equipment is working properly and that you follow the appropriate safety procedures during operation. Those at risk working on the farm

range from young children to senior farmers. Quite often youth work at a very young age with very little supervision. These youth can also be innocent bystanders or passengers on farm equipment. Be sure to look out for their interests by keeping them safe. Youth should be given appropriate tasks that they are able to perform safely. Always think of how to safely operate machines and equipment before you start and be sure to show and tell the young people as well. Good luck with the fall harvest, and please remember to take things slowly and exercise safety in your daily work. For more information on how to protect yourself, your farm family and your farm employees during harvest season, visit the National Agricultural Safety Database website.

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Blue Jackets Bright Futures Program Announced As Minnesota FFA prepares to welcome thousands of young people into membership at the start of the school year, the Minnesota FFA Foundation will again offer the Blue Jackets Bright Futures program, which provides sponsored FFA jackets to Minnesota youth who are starting their FFA career. This is the seventh year the Minnesota FFA Foundation has offered the program. “The Blue Jackets Bright Future program is a valuable program providing students with an FFA jacket to support their FFA involvement. A personalized FFA jacket provides recipients with a sense of pride while giving them ownership of their FFA experiences,” said Lavyne Rada, Minnesota FFA Association Leadership Development Coordinator. “FFA plays an important role in developing agricultural and leadership

skills in students while preparing them for their future careers.” “The jacket is a symbol of tradition and pride for those who have worn the official FFA jacket. Many past members have sponsored jackets, but it’s not uncommon for individuals and companies to sponsor jackets because they appreciate what the organization does to develop young leaders,” said Val Aarsvold, Minnesota FFA Foundation Executive Director. For more information about the Minnesota FFA Foundation’s Blue Jacket Bright Futures program, contact Val Aarsvold at 507-5340188 or visit our website at www. mnffafoundation.org. The Minnesota FFA Foundation partners with individuals and businesses to provide resources that promote and enhance premier leadership, personal growth and career success for Minnesota youth in Agricultural Education.

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ATV deaths on the farm By Katherine Waters, University of Minnesota Extension Many Minnesota farmers use all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) to check on crops and livestock, inspect and repair irrigation systems and fence lines, supervise field crews, herd livestock, and to move things from here to there and back again. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPCS) reported that in recent years an estimated 25,500 individuals were treated for ATV-related injuries in hospital emergency rooms. Four out of 10 people treated in emergency rooms for ATV injuries are under the age of 16. The exact number of injuries is not known because many ATV injuries are treated at home. Each year, about 800 deaths are associated with ATV accidents nationwide. The CPSC report also indicated that 6.4 percent of all ATV accidents occurred on the farm. This number is expected to grow as the ATV becomes a more common agricultural machine. The machines are getting bigger and faster, weighing 600 or more pounds, with speeds exceeding 70 miles per hour. Rollover accidents are the most common. When it comes to ATV use, the following simple safety measures can mean the difference between life and death: •Be aware of your surroundings •Wear a helmet Be familiar with the manufacturer’s safety precautions •Don’t allow passengers •Take an ATV training course •Make sure your ATV is equipped with headlights and tail lamps •ATVs are designed for offhighway use •Display red, reflective warning devices on the front and rear when operating near public roadways ATV use in Minnesota is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). For a summary of Minnesota ATV laws, visit www. dnr.state.mn.us/regulations/ohv/ index.html. If you operate an ATV, contact the DNR Information Center at 1-888-6466367 to receive a free ATV safety training CD. For more information on how to protect yourself, your farm family and your farm employees during harvest season, visit the National Agricultural Safety Database website. During harvest, we see increased use of farm machinery in the fields and on the roads. Let’s pay attention to vehicular safety and make this season a safe one for all.

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Knights news Rain Garden Project! Welcome back, Knights!

Another great school year has already begun, and one notable change was the bus drop off location. Buses now drop younger students off on the East side of the building by the bell doors, which has relieved congestion and increased safety. We hope students and parents alike enjoy the new efficient location.

The rain garden project out in the Courtyard is nearly complete. Volunteers helped move soil and supplies donated in part by the Fillmore County Soil and Water Conservation district. Once complete, it will transform into an outdoor learning classroom for young minds to learn, play, explore and grow.

Wall of Honor

Please join us in celebrating the likes of Mr. Thomas C. Healy, the 2014 Wall of Honor recipient. Mr. Healy will be honored at the annual ceremony, which kicks off with a community supper at 5:00 pm in the KHS café. Following at 6:00 pm is the induction ceremony, which will wrap up in time for the Homecoming Football Game. Mr. Healy is a distinguished 1961 graduate of Spring Valley High.

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Please mark your calendars for the annual Flu Shot Clinic. Paramed services will be on site in the KHS café from 2:00 – 5:00 pm for the flu shot vaccination. More information on the clinic will be available on the school website.

Congratulations to our 2014-15 Homecoming Court. Royalty are crowned on Monday, September 22nd to kick off a week of Homecoming festivities. There will be dress up days to the theme of “Travelin’ Home”, hall decorating, the annual parade and Wall of Honor ceremony, as well as the big football game versus Wabasha Kellogg with kickoff at 7:00 pm. There will be plenty of fun for everyone the entire week.

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order to try to continue where we are. We need to consider at least $380,000.” Earlier in 2014, the city saw an $18,000 annual cost increase from garbage service through Harter’s Quick Clean Up. The uptick was not expected and has been at the center of several council discussions on future cost savings. Additionally, the city added a part-time public works/maintenance position in 2014 in hopes of catching up with pressing projects and not enough time. Public Works Director Bob Thieret has notified the city of his intent to retire in 2015, at least to part-time. The city is considering its maintenance needs and has entertained the

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Rushford-Peterson Homecoming 2014 The Rushford-Peterson Schools will celebrate Homecoming 2014 the week of September 22-27. The Presentation of the Royalty and the naming of the King and Queen will take place at an all-school assembly September 23rd at 2:30 pm in the High School gymnasium. Parents and the general public are welcome. The High School Homecoming pep fest will be September 25th at 8:25 am in the gym. The Homecoming parade is September 26th at 2:30 pm. Due to road construction, the parade route will begin at Maple and Rushford Ave. It will go south to Park Ave and turn west until Elm Street and then go north one block to end

at Rushford Ave. The Homecoming football game will be September 26th at 7:00pm versus the Southland Rebels. The Homecoming Dance and formal coronation of royalty will be September 27th. The dance will be from 8:00 pm – 12:00 midnight. Admission to the dance is $6 per person. General admission for the coronation only is $1. Other activities throughout the week include: Monday, September 22- Football-B Game- 6:00 pm at home vs. Goodhue Thursday, September 25-9th grade Volleyball-4:45 pm at home vs. Kingsland Thursday, September 25-B Game Volleyball-6:00 pm at home vs. Kingsland

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By Paul Trende Nine-Straight Propels Canes In the SEC, a lot of teams are jostling for position behind M-C. Foes Lanesboro (3-1, 3-1) and Houston (2-2, 4-2) fall into that category. Game one of their match-up saw the Burros lead early (10-5) and Houston lead later (19-15). Lanesboro rallied to down Paul Trende 21-20 and 24-23, but Houston took the game 25-23. The teams then exchanged uncompetitive sets. The Burros jumped out 10-4 and evened the match at 1-1 with a 25-11 win. Houston jumped out 18-6 enroot to a 25-10 win and a 2-1 lead. Game four saw the Burros go 6-0 to build a 10-2. Houston hung around, getting as close as 18-17. Kelsey O’Koren’s 5-1 serving session moved a 19-17 Burro lead to match point (24-18). Hurricane senior Erica Langen then served eight consecutive points. Bailey Scanlan, a 5’3” OH, had just three kills on the night, but all three were in the final game, two over the final four points. The last ended the game (26-24) and the match (3-1), as the ‘Canes snatched victory from nowhere with 9-straight points. Senior setter Alexa Horihan headed the Hurricane’s landfall (22 assists, 3 kills, 7 digs, 20-21 serving, 4 aces). Kelly Jerviss had 12 kills. Kenzie Ness (8 kills, 17-17 serving), Langen (10 digs), and the Scanlan’s, Brandy (17 digs) and Bailey (3 kills, 9 digs) also were busy. Olivia Haug (11 kills), Rachel Kimball (9 kills), Alexis Jorgensen (6 kills), Lexi Melander (29 assists, 7 digs, 16-17 serving, 3 aces), Olivia Rogers (5 kills, 7 digs) and Cassidy Ruud (8 digs, 15-15 serving) did work amidst an 11-gal Burro attack. It was

their fourth four-plus set SEC contest (2-2). Trojans End Draught Versus Warriors… When was the last time a Rushford-Peterson Trojans volleyball team beat Caledonia? None of R-P’s current players remember. They weren’t born yet. Nineteen-ninety four was the year. It was 32 regular season and tournament matches ago! The upand-down Trojans were up in downing Caledonia 3-1 in four hotly (2225, 25-23, 28-26, 25-22) contested games, ending a massive losing streak. Sophomore Brianna Koop led the way with 15 kills and 10 digs. Senior Bailey Holien added 12 kills and 8 digs. Savannah Skalet (32 assists, 19-19 serving, 3 aces) and Mikayla Crawford (13 digs, 15-15 serving, 2 aces) also aided the Green cause. …Gophers Roll Trojans The Trojans then were down and Chatfield was up. The squads entered in the rare position of both having just beat Caledonia, Chatfield by a 3-2 score. The Gophers ran through R-P 3-0 by three identical 25-15 scores. Chatfield was clicking. They got all kinds of balance. Six girls had four or more kills. Four had eight or more digs. Five contributed multiple aces. Kirsten Keefe (28 assists, 5 kills, 8 digs, 8-8 serving, 2 aces) led the charge from her setter position. She got help in the hitting department from Brook Irish (9 kills), Maddy Kammer (7 kills), and Danielle Kramer (8 kills). Sheridan Salisbury (5 kills, 8 digs, 21-22 serving, 3 aces) and Megan LaPlante (4 kills, 9 digs, 2 aces) were more versatile Gopher assets. Maddie Talamantes led the team with 12 digs. R-P was led by Holien (7 kills), Koop (4 kills, 5 digs), Skalet (16 assists, 13-13 serving), and Crawford (12 digs). Falcons Nip Saints Meanwhile, up highway 76, #5 FC (3-0) played SC (4-0) in a big early

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season match-up St. Charles pushed the ranked Falcons to the limit. The teams alternated set wins, FC 25-15, SC 25-20, FC 25-17, SC 25-20, and finally FC 15-6 for the big 3-2 conference win. Seniors Leah Scheevel (18 kills) and Morgan Malley (33 assists, 21 digs, 6 kills) led the way. Paige Bennett (12 kills), Sammi Bakke (8 kills, 9 digs, 3 blocks), Tayah Barnes (20 digs), and Sara Schultz (18 digs) contributed. Kaitlynn Sikkink (22 kills, 4 blocks), Jaden Jurgenson (42 assists), and Ty Thoreson (30 digs) led the Saints. FC (4-0) and Chatfield (3-0) are the last two teams with unblemished TRC records. Tournaments Leave Only M-C Unbeaten FC, Chatfield, R-P, and Kingsland all played weekend tournaments. All probably hoped for better finishes. F-C dropped two matches at the W-K tourney, likely dropping them from the Class A top ten. The W-K Falcons, a team FC ousted 3-0 in the season opener, won the tourney without dropping a set. FC’s losses meant Lonnie Morken’s young sixth-ranked Mabel-Canton Cougars are the last undefeated county squad. M-C got through Spring Grove (25-17, 25-10, 25-18) behind Savannah Slafter (8 kills, 11 digs), Sara Vettleson-Trutza (8 kills, 7 digs), and Coranda Vickerman (25 assists, 8 digs, 3 aces). They walked through Grand Meadow (2511, 25-16, 25-12) behind VettlesonTruta (11 kills, 14 digs), Slafter (8 kills, 9 digs), and Vickerman (26 assists, 8 digs, 3 aces). They are now 7-0 in the SEC and 14-0 overall. It is new faces in Mabel, but the same results (skillful winning). An Unfitting End to ChatfieldKingsland Series Next season, football will go to a district format. One casualty of that will be the long time football rivalry between Chatfield and Kingsland. Chatfield will play with Class AA and AAA schools (Southeast District). Kingsland will play with Class A schools (Mid-Southeast District). Knights and Gophers have battled each other for years, technically dating back to Kingsland’s formation in 1992, predating that when Chatfield played Spring Valley and Wykoff. They’ve competed as each has made multiple trips to state, and won multiple state titles. Included was the 1996 season when Chatfield brought home the Class C crown and Kingsland the Class B crown out of the same Three Rivers Conference. In a perfect world, the final battle (for the foreseeable future) would be an epic competitive confrontation, one acting as a microcosm of all the past wars. But the reality of that final contest was, #9 in Class AA Chatfield is good and Kingsland struggled. The Gophers blanked the Knights 48-0. Carter Duxbury (10-134, 2 TDs) and Ryan Meeker (13-121) each topped 100 yards. Dillon Bance (3-5, 54 yards, TD) and Drew Hurley (3-4, 51 yards, 2 TD’s) threw TD passes. Hurley added a 20-yard TD run. Riley Ahern (3-71, 2 TD’s) and Alex Bradt (9-yard TD) were the recipients through the air. Alex Pagel (3-71, TD) added the Gophers last TD. Logan Karver’s safety of Quinn Larson was the last score in the Kingsland-Chatfield series. For

the Knights, they netted about 50 yards total offense. Eayn O’Byrne, Jaykob Martin, and Julius Wolf had fumble recoveries. Chatfield moves to 3-1 heading to their bye week and a post-bye-week showdown with Caledonia. Kingsland falls to 0-3. Hot Shots Houston’s Brett Hoskins ran for 6 TD’s as the Hurricanes inundated G-E 76-0. Lanesboro’s Tylar Miller ran for 204 yards and 4 TD’s as the Burros kicked Lyle/Pacelli (48-22 at half), let them up (48-40 in third quarter), then kicked them again (56-34 win). The teams combined for 900-plus yards, Burros doing it on the ground (482), Athletics thru the air (393). Lanesboro is 2-1. LFC’s girl’s cross-country team finished second to D-E (for the second straight meet) at the Eagles’ Invite. The LFC’ers combined and average times were better than D-E’s, but the Eagles had three top ten runners versus LFC’s one. Leah Ruen (6th), Emily Snyder (11th), Bailey Ruen (12th), Maddie Smith (16th), and Kiera Olson (21st) all finished top 25. LARP’s Bailey O’Hare finished 8th. On the guy’s side, LARP’er Dylan Linder finished fourth. Chatfield’s Christian Bance finished 10th (of 112) at the large Luther All-American Invite. Kingsland’s Erica Earley finished fifth at the smaller Byron Invite. Houston volleyball beat Lanesboro (above). They then trailed Randolph 2-1 before rallying behind Kelly Jerviss (26 kills), Alexa Horihan (46 assists), and Brandy Scanlan (many digs) for the 3-2 victory. They are now 5-2 overall, 4-2 in the SEC. Lanesboro volleyball eclipsed last year’s win total (three) with a win over G-E. The Burros are now 4-2 overall/league on the year. Football 9-12 L/P 34, Lanesboro 56 (L: T. Millar 20-209, 4 TDs rushing; Liam Dorn 9-88, 2 TDs rushing; Will Semmen 5-64, TD rushing; Cole Schwichtenberg rushing TD. L/P: Jordan Hart 23-45, 393 yards, 4 TDs, 2 INTs passing; Daniel Bollingberg 8-138, 2 TDs receiving, TD rushing; Taylor Wobschall 2-108, TD receiving; Jordan Cotter rushing TD; Brady Lester TD receiving) R-P 48, W-K 6 (R-P: J. Koenen 7-12, 273 yards, 4 TDs, INT passing; Alex Vix 3-152, 2 TDs receiving; Cole Kingsley 5-75, TD receiving; Noah Carlson 8-81 rushing; Jordan Agrimson 12-46, 2 TDs rushing; Zach Thelen 31-yard TD reception; Charlie Krambeer 10-yard INT ret TD. W-K: Ryan Wolfe 20-93 rushing; Paul Novak rushing TD. Trojans are 3-1) Goodhue 31, FC 6 (FC: Dylan Bathke 20-110 rushing; Bryce Whitehill 35-yard TD pass to Jordan Miller. Falcons are 0-4) #1 GM 47, M-C 6 (M-C: Wayne Ross 22-137, TD rushing. GM: Landon Jacobson 9-165, 3 TDs rushing; Chris Bain 9-78, TD rushing; Michael Stejskal 5-62, TD rushing, two passing TDs; Connor Hartson/ Blake Olson TD receptions. MC is 2-2) Houston 76, G-E 0 (H: B. Hoskins 10-159, 6 TD’s rushing; Carter Chiglo 12-75, TD rushing; Harry Chiglo 5-53, TD rushing; Hunter Laschenski

3-43, TD rushing; Zach Schneider rushing TD; Brady Happel INT-ret TD. Hurricanes are 2-2) Volleyball 9-9 D-E 0, #5 FC 3 > 25-9, 25-18, 25-21 (FC: M. Malley 16 assists, 7 kills, 6 digs, 2 aces; L. Scheevel 10 kills; T. Barnes 11 digs, 3 aces; S. Bakke 5 kills. Six Falcons had three or more kills) SC 3, Kingsland 0 > 14-25, 8-25, 21-25 (K: Reann Kimball 5 kills; Hannah Pruter 7 assists, 4 kills, 6 digs; Alayna Meskill 8 digs) 9-11 G-E 0, Lanesboro 3 > 25-15, 25-11, 25-12 (L: L. Melander 24 assists, 5 aces; O. Haug/A. Jorgensen 6 kills each; C. Ruud 4 kills, 5 aces; Steph Erickson 8 digs) Kingsland 0, L-A 3 > 27-29, 15-25, 27-29 (K: R. Kimball 7 kills, 3 blocks; H. Pruter 7 kills, 9 digs; A. Meskill 12 digs) Randolph 2, Houston 3 > 25-21, 24-26, 18-25, 26-24, 15-13 (H: K. Jerviss 26 kills; A. Horihan 46 assists; Lizzy Tippery 15 kills) 9-13 W-K Vet’s Tourney (FC went 2-2, beating Austin (26-27, 25-11) and D-E (25-13, 25-14) in pool play, losing to Kenyon-Wanamingo (15-25, 25-22). The Falcons got seeded fourth in an 8-team tourney and lost to Goodhue (20-25, 23-25) in the quarters. They are 4-0, 6-2 on the year. R-P went 1-3. They beat Durand WI (25-23, 25-8), lost to Goodhue (25-23, 17-25) and Caledonia (25-21, 14-25) in pool play. They got seeded 7th and lost to K-W (8-25, 14-25). They are 2-2, 7-9 on the year) Farmington Tournament (Chatfield went 1-3. They beat Winona (25-21, 25-23), lost to Delano (9-25, 17-25), Jordan (2225, 22-25) and Mahtomedi (23-25, 19-25). They are 3-0 in the TRC, 4-4 overall) Southland Tournament (Kingsland lost to LP (19-25, 19-25), AldenConger (18-25), Medford (19-25, 13-25) and Schaeffer Academy (8-25, 19-25). They are 0-4, 0-9) Cross Country 9-9 D-E Invite (Girls: LFC finished 2nd to D-E. LARP finished 8th of 8 complete teams (4000k race). Top LFC’ers: L. Ruen (6th), E. Snyder (11th), B. Ruen (12th), M. Smith (16th), K. Olson (21st). Top LARPer: B. O’Hare (8th). Boys: LARP finished 5th and LFC 7th of 10 complete teams (5000k race). Top LARP’ers: D. Linder (4th), Hunter Herber (17th). Top LFC’er: Travis Troendle (16th)) Byron Invite (Kingsland’s girls finished 3rd of 6 full teams (4000k), the boys 4th of 4 (5000k). E. Earley finished 5th and Andrea Mettler 9th. Clayton Friemuth finished 10th. Held at Byron High School) 9-13 Luther All-American Invite (Chatfield’s teams finished near the bottom. C. Bance finished 10th (of 112) at the boys 5000k. Karen Gomez-Ruiz finished 21st (of 122) at the girls 4000k. Held at Decorah’s Luther College) Alex Vix (61, 71), Cole Kingsley (60), and Zac Thelen (31) all caught long scores. The Trojans are unranked at 3-1, but receiving state votes.”

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Peace of Mind I garden for many reasons, such as fresh food, colorful flowers, butterflies and a lovely landscape. Yet increasingly, I find that I am seeking peace of mind. When it happens, the experience is sublime, hard to describe and fleeting. It can come when I am alone and strolling around, checking things out. I can’t hear the phone. I haven’t left anything baking in the oven, and I don’t have a plan of what must be accomplished. I see a clump of weeds, a flopping gladiola that needs support, a suddenly-ripe tomato. I find myself pulling this, clipping that, harvesting one thing, tying up another. •Time disappears. Worries and

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8-10 Count • Assorted

Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa

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With Additional Purchase

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64 Oz

6.4 Oz

Season’s Best Apple Cider

Banquet Brown & Serve Pork Sausage Links/Patties 5/

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IGA Sweet Cream Butter Quarters Coupon

17-24 Oz. • Assorted

Kellogg’s Selected Cereal 49

$299 $25

With Additional Purchase

9/28/14

10.75 Oz. • Assorted

Campbell’s Soup On The Go

99¢

5.3 Oz. • Assorted

Chobani Greek Yogurt 10/

$10

MEAT

Hormel Boneless Pork Loin Roast $ 79

8 Lb.

Tyson Chicken Leg Quarters $ 19

Tyson Whole Frying Chicken $ 19

1 Lb.

2 Lb.

Boneless Ribeye Steak $ 99

16 Oz. • Assorted

7-9 Oz. • Assorted

149

IGA Sliced Bologna...............................................

2 Lb.

Chairman’s Reserve

El Dorado Breaded Round Shrimp.......................

Hormel Boneless Pork Loin Chops $ 99

219

8 Oz.

349

Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Meats.............................

169 $ 99 Shurfine Summer Sausage................................... 2 16 Oz.

Oscar Mayer Turkey Bologna..............................

10 Oz. • Assorted

Chairman’s Reserve

Boneless Beef Chuck Steak $ 99

Boneless Pork Sirloin Roast $ 79

3 Lb.

2 Lb.

299

12-14 Oz. • Assorted

16 Oz. • Assorted

12 Oz.

3 Lb.

lb. • Assorted

Old Wisconsin Bratwurst or Wieners.....................

279

Kanami Seafarer Imitation Crab Meat................

John Morrell Bone In Half Ham $ 99

2 Lb.

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3 Lb.

Boneless Beef Eye of Round Steak $ 99

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Boneless Beef Eye of Round Roast $ 79

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159 $ 39 John Morrell Franks............................................... 1 Hormel Sliced Pepperoni or Canadian Bacon... 16 Oz. • Assorted

Bakery & DELI $ 69 Mrs. Freshley’s Pecan Twirls............89¢ Butterball Garlic Herb Chicken Breast............ 5 $ 89 $ 99 Sweet P’s Bake Shop Danish Coffee Cake... 2 J. Skinner Drury Lane Muffins.............. 2 6 Oz.

Per Lb.

14 Oz. • Assorted

4 Count. • Assorted

429

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Jennie-O Turkey & Gravy Roasting Pan............

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10.5 - 13 Oz. • Assorted

Brother’s Mini Donuts......................

459

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12 Oz.

Fresh Express Garden Salad ¢

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8 Oz.

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IGA American Cheese Singles $ 19

Kemps Dips ¢

Tombstone Original, Double Top, Stuffed Crust Pizza 3/$

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9-10 Oz. • Assorted

Green Giant Vegetables In Sauce $ 39

13.1 - 17 Oz. • Assorted

Swanson Hungryman Dinners $ 99

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Reams Homestyle Egg Noodles $ 49

12 Inch • Assrted

16 Oz. • Assorted

Crystal Farms Better N Eggs 49

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Bellatoria Personal Size Pizza 5/$

Coffee-Mate Flavored Coffee Creamer $ 19

9 Inch. • Assorted

16 Oz. • Assorted

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Orv’s Tasty Toppings Pizza 5/$

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IGA/Shurfine Garlic Bread $ 99

64 Oz. Assorted

Almond Breeze Milk 99

6 - 12 Count • Assorted

Kemps Ice Cream Sandwiches & Cones $ 99

Weight Watchers Smart Ones Classic Meals 5/$

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Weight Watchers Ice Cream Novelties $ 29

BEVERAGES & SNACKS 12 Oz. • Assorted

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products 69

.5 Liter • 6 Pack • Assorted

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products 4/$

7.5 Oz. • 8 Pack • Assorted

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products 2/$

15 Oz. • Assorted

Old Dutch Triple Pack PotatoChips 99

12 Pack • Assorted

Coca Cola Products 3/$

2 Liter • Assorted

Coca Cola Products 2/$

12 Pack Coca Cola Coupon

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7 - 8.5 Oz. • Assorted

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9 - 9.25 Oz.

Shurfine Corn Chips or Pita Chips 2/$

4.5 - 8.1 Oz. • Assorted

12 oz. • 8 Pack • Assorted

Nabisco Toasted Chips 2/$

Coca Cola Products 3/$

6-12 Pack • Assorted

9.5 - 10 Oz. • Assorted

Lipton Iced Or Pure Leaf Teas 99

20 Count • Assorted

Frito Lay Wavy or Lays Potato Chips 2/$

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McCormick Seasoning Grinders 2/$

.87 - 1.62 Oz. • Assorted

McCormick Mexican Seasoning Mixes 2/$

15.5-16 Oz. • Assorted

Shurfine Picante Sauce Or Salsa $ 29

12 Count

IGA Taco Shells $ 29

30 Oz.

IGA Whipped Salad Dressing $ 99

12 Count • Assorted

Caribou or Green Mountain Coffee K-Cups $ 95

5 oz. • Assorted

Kool-Aid Jammers 2/$

Capri Sun Drink Pouches 2/$

Chicken Of Sea Chunk Light Tuna ¢

12.9 Oz.

10 Oz. • Assorted

Mars Brand Candy Bars 3/$

28 Oz. • Assorted

10.4 Oz. • Assorted

14 Count • Assorted

Hunt’s Tomatoes $ 69

Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Bars 79

Stride Chewing Gum ¢

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Hunt’s Tomato Sauce ¢

24 Oz.

Hunt’s Ketchup ¢

Francesco Rinaldi Pasta Sauce 3/$

Hunt’s Snack Pack Pudding or Gelatin Desserts ¢

Uncle Ben’s Ready or Long Grain & Wild Rice $ 79

20 - 24 Oz. • Assorted

Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing $ 99

99¢ ¢ Betty Crocker Pizza, Muffin, Pancake Mixes.99 ¢ Betty Crocker Fudge Brownie Mix.................99 $ 49 Hershey’s Brand Bagged Candy.................. 3

Pam No-Stick Cooking Spray..............

6.5 - 7.5 Oz. • Assorted

16 Oz.

11-15 Oz. • Assorted

15 Oz. • Assorted

Healthy Choice Soup $ 49

2 Count. • Assorted

Gerber 2 Baby Food $ 09 nd

Campbell’s Heat & Eat Soup Bowls ¢

12-16.2 Oz. • GM

Cheerios, Multi-Grain Cheerios, Fiber One, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Golden Grahams Cereal 2/$

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5-6 Oz. • Assorted

Betty Crocker Corn Muffin Mix......................

10.25 Oz.

6-8.8 Oz. • Assorted

4 Count • Assorted

Campbell’s Selected Soup ¢

15.4 Oz. • Assorted

24 Oz. • Assorted

10.5-11 Oz. • Assorted

Assorted

Kraft Easy Mac &Cheese 49

Shurfine Mexican Style Tomatoes ¢

6.5 Oz.

Grocery

10 Count • Assorted

24 Oz. • Assorted 10.6 Oz.

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Kellogg’s Pop-Tarts................................ 9.5-13 Oz. • Assorted 18 Oz. 32 Oz.

General Merchandise 28 Oz.

Spic & Span Liquid ¢

99 3 Boxes

Kleenex Facial Tissue $ 99

24 Count

Vicks Nyquil or Dayquil Liquidcaps $ 99

16.6 Lb.

Kingsford Charcoal Briquets $ 99

12 Rolls

Scott Extra Soft Bathroom Tissue $ 99

12 Oz.

Vicks Nyquil Alcohol Free Liquid $ 99

75 Oz. • Assorted

Xtra 2x Liquid Laundry Detergent $ 99

16 Oz.

Topcare Hydrogen Peroxide or Isopropyl Alcohol $ 19

2 & 8 Count

Domestix AAA, C, D Alkaline Batteries $ 99

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4.2-6.2 Oz. • Assorted

1.4-1.6 Oz.

100 Count. • Assorted

4 Oz. • Assorted

50 Count • Asoorted

6 Oz.

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Rushford - Peterson discusses open meeting in preparation for forums By Kirsten Zoellner Due to several upcoming public forums, the R-P district has sought legal advice on regulations regarding to open meeting law. The district has been advised to follow protocol for published notice, as it does with board meetings, so regardless of whether a quorum is present at the forum, there will be no risk of Open Meeting Law violation. A number of meetings are scheduled in the coming months, specifically relating to the school board and the November referendum. All events are open to the public. They include: Referendum Informational meetings to be held Monday, September 22, 6:30-8:00 pm, at the middle school in Peterson and Monday, October 6, 6:308:00 pm, at the high school theatre in Rushford Repurpose & Development Committee meeting to be held Thursday, Octover 2, at 6:00 pm, in the high school theatre. The meeting is aimed at finding a vision for the repurposing and redevelopment of current facilities should the referendum be successful. The meeting will begin in the library, but will break into small group discussion into the upper library. A School Board Candidate Forum to be held Monday, October 13, 7:00-8:30 pm, high school theatre. Eight candidates are vying for three vacancies on the board. Candidates include Dave Ansell, Trevor Auman, Joyce Iverson, Dean Mierau, Evan Meier, Jon Pettit, Ryan Oian, and Len Strapp. Elections will be held Tuesday, November 4. The open meeting discussion prompted school board member Taylor Peterson to bring forth a concern regarding board members remaining at the district following the close of board meet-

ings. Citing an August meeting in which he returned to the location of the board meeting following adjournment, Peterson noted he was surprised to find all board members and some administration still present and conversing. “This has been going on since I’ve been here. It’s frustrating that it continues to happen,” added Peterson. “Something’s got to be done. When the meeting is adjourned, the meeting is adjourned.” “That’s not my perspective,” responded Superintendent Ehler. “It’s personal,” noted board member Valerie Howe. “No one is asked to leave. We’re just socializing.” “It happens very seldom,” added board chair John Linder. Peterson was further asked by the board about the frequency of the instances and if Peterson had specific dates. “Every time,” responded Peterson. “You can try to push it off to something else, but I’m standing with my statement. You see what I have to deal with.” “And you see what we have to deal with,” quipped Howe, which elicited chuckles from some board members. Ehler will contact legal representation regarding the matter. Also discussed at the September 15 board meeting was an opportunity for the district to utilize Local Option Revenue to offset the current costs of the annual operating levy. Previously Location Equity Revenue, the program provides every district within the state the opportunity to levy operating dollars on the Referendum Market Value tax base. All districts are now eligible to receive up to $424 per pupil. The district’s current operating levy, used to fund general

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operations, is currently $1,044 per student. The district would continue to receive that amount, but a portion would be funded through state tax revenue rather than local property tax revenue. Superintendent Ehler noted that the biggest assistance through the reduction would be to commercial and industrial property taxes. “It rolls until the state rescinds it,” he added. The school board has authorized Superintendent Ehler and Garland Roofing consultant Brian Thompson to select the contractor for the re-shingling of the 1906 portion and elementary wing of the Rushford facilities. The buildings received hail damage and will be receiving insurance funding for the project. Bids for the work will be advertised this week, for a period of two weeks. A pre-

meeting will be held prior to bid opening, which is tentatively scheduled for Friday, October 3. The board has reviewed member committee assignment relating to staff development. Currently, each of the board members is assigned to additional committee representation. Board member Julie Koop expressed concerns with her assignment to the committee, citing difficulty making the monthly meeting with her work schedule. Koop sought a new board member as representative. As the board terms for Angela Colbenson, Julie Koop, and Greg Smith are up in January, it was recommended that continuing board members step up to fill the position. Board members staying on include Valerie Howe, John Linder, and Taylor Peter-

son. It was suggested by Angela Colbenson, that herself, Koop, Smith, and Howe had already taken on a number of committee assignments and therefore another board member should step up. No interest from John Linder or Taylor Peterson was expressed. Valerie Howe offered to fill the role, at least until January. The next regularly scheduled board meeting will be Monday, October 20, at 5:30 p.m., in the middle school library in Peterson. A walk through of the middle school facility will follow the meeting. A Truth in Taxation hearing has been scheduled for Monday, December 15, at 6:15 pm, in the high school biology room. The board meeting for that evening has been moved forward to 5:00 pm

5th AnnuAl tAsty temptAtions Calling all the Best Cooks of Bluff Country! The Fillmore County Journal is sponsoring a cooking competition that will result in a selection of the top three recipes in each of the following categories: - Appetizers & Beverages Total contest payout of Gift Certificates - Soups, Salads & Vegetables Sponsored By: $630 in gift certificates - Main Dishes & Casseroles just in time for the - Meat, Poultry & Seafood holidays to spend at - Breads & Rolls Harmony Foods, Preston - Pies, Pastries & Desserts Foods & Rushford Foods. - Cakes, Cookies & Candy *Participants may win in - Dips, Sauces & Spreads more than one category. - Special Diet (i.e. gluten-free, egg-free, shellfish-free, peanut free, dairy-free, etc.)

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Contest Rules: 1. Participants may enter one recipe per category based on the categories listed above. 2. No purchase required. Category: 3. Entries may be delivered to the Fillmore County Journal office at Name: P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN, 55965. Address: 4. Must use original entry form from the Fillmore County Journal. 5. Entries must be postmarked or delivered to the Fillmore County E-Mail: Journal office no later than October 25, 2014. Phone #: 6. Businesses excluded from contest, residential only. Sethre Media please submit this entry form along Group, Inc. employees and Rush with your recipe Foods Inc. employees are excluded from competition. 7. Recipe judging and taste testing to be held at Rushford Foods on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2014 from 6:00pm-7:00pm. 8. The top three recipes of each category will be published in the November 24, 2014 “Tasty Temptations Cookbook”

The judges will conduct their taste tests, and the following prizes will be awarded per category: 1st Place will receive a $40 gift certificate for use at Harmony Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods 2nd Place will receive a $20 gift certificate for use at Harmony Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods 3rd Place will receive a $10 gift certificate for use at Harmony Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, September 15, 2014

Preston Sets Preliminary Levy By Karen Reisner The Preston City Council at their September 15 meeting unanimously passed a resolution setting the 2015 preliminary levy. The 2015 levy increase may be as much as 6.94 percent. In December when the final levy/ budget is approved this increase may be lower, but it can not be higher. Councilman David Harrison was absent. City administrator Joe Hoffman warned that the city may be looking at a similar or larger increase next year. City staff had been directed by the council at the September 2 meeting to identify possible cuts to reduce the then 14 percent proposed levy increase to 7 percent or less. This required budget reductions of at least $51,500. Hoffman reviewed possible areas that could be reduced to get to the 6.94 percent levy increase, reminding the council that they have the authority to determine just where the cuts will be made. It was apparent that there was some disagreement among council members as to where these reductions will come from. Councilman Robert Maust moved to cut the budget an additional $8,000 or so to reduce the preliminary levy more. Mayor Kurt Reicks was concerned that if the budget was cut more than the current proposal, it would result in the need for a greater levy increase next year. Councilman Charles Sparks agreed, saying that if we cut too much this year, we’ll be in a worse place next year. Reicks replied, “exactly.” Hoffman showed the council OPen SeVen DAYS A WeeK 9am-6pm

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on a spread sheet the possible budget numbers for the city over several years. He demonstrated how shifts in the numbers can cause greater, uneven jumps in the levy in future years. Hoffman explained that his intent has been to keep levy increases as level as possible. Sparks said if we can come to an agreement to cut more by December, we can do that. The motion to cut more at this time failed. A motion to certify the preliminary levy at a 6.94 percent increase was approved. The actual 2015 budget reductions were not yet agreed upon, but there will have to be at least a total budget reduction of $51,913. Bond Sale for Industrial Park Mike Bubany, David Drown and Associates, reviewed his recommendation for General Obligation bonds to finance the utility extensions and improvements for the Industrial Park. The total amount of the bond issue is $640,000. He recommended a competitive bond sale which would require more up front costs, but result in a lower interest rate and a greater savings over the 15 year life of the bond. A resolution was adopted authorizing the negotiated sale of the bonds. Bubany will be back on October 20 to present bids for the council’s approval. Requested Alley Projects Jim Bakken, Public Works, reported that the city has received several requests for improvements or reconstruction of certain alleys. He noted that he had secured prices from Rochester Sand and Gravel for

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three of the four requested projects. Hoffman noted that the current street assessment policy would have a reduced assessment for second and third frontage properties. Hoffman said it has been the council’s policy to not assess property owners for overlays, but to assess for reconstructions. There was a consensus to authorize the city attorney and engineer to draft a revision proposal for an alley assessment policy, treating them different than streets. Councilman David Collett was concerned about a precedent being set. Hoffman suggested that property owner assessments will limit the number of people in town requesting that their alley be paved. He said the council has the authority to decide if a specific improvement project is necessary. Hoffman said home owners can petition for an improvement or the council can initiate the action. Four requested projects were discussed. The repair of the north end of an alley where it connects with Cottage Grove Ave. was requested by Phil Milne. The blacktop would have to be removed, then regraded, and repaved at a cost of $5,394. The city staff recommended repair of this alley as access is hindered by its current condition. Fran Sauer, Chatfield Ave.,

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. requested that curb be extended south to her driveway on the alley that connects Chatfield Ave. with Franklin St. The 82 feet of curb will cost $3,362, a price from Legends Concrete. Sauer explained that she looses property every year to the alley. She wants the curb to stop this encroachment when snow is plowed. She agreed to pay 40 percent of the cost without an assessment hearing, the city would pay 60 percent. The council approved the project. Dan Christianson explained that F & M Bank is planning to pave their parking lot. In order not to have seams or drainage issues, he requested that the alley along the north side of the bank be paved at the same time. This request did not include the east end of that alley. The total cost for the requested improvement is $4,623. Christianson added he wanted to work with the city to get it done the best possible way. The last request made by Christianson on behalf of Marlene McKenzie was to pave a portion of the alley (currently gravel) back to Franklin St. adjacent to her townhouse on North Street. The cost of this project would be $5,335. Bakken noted this request is different than the other alley projects discussed (Milne and bank, both are already paved). Hoffman said that once an alley is paved there

is an expectation that it be maintained. This lifetime of maintenance was a concern. Reicks asked if people want to put in their own blacktop for their own convenience, what about the maintenance of that blacktop? The three requests will be revisited in two weeks after an assessment policy specifically for alleys has been drafted. Other Business In Brief *Bakken described the condition of three boulevard trees near 116 Mill St. The city received a request to remove the trees. Bakken said the trees have large, split branches and that they pose a liability issue. The trees are too large for city crew to remove safely. The Tree Board has spent their 2014 budget. The council approved a bid of $1,500 to have the trees removed professionally, using contingency funds. *Fire Chief Dave Keene provided an annual update on the Fire Department. He noted that in the future the department needs to replace its 1996 tanker with a pumper-tanker, according to the Insurance Services Office (ISO) fire protection classification report. The equipment improvement is needed to pump more water. Keene added that they were good with their other equipment. Reicks noted that the equipment is owned by the townships, not the city. Keene replied that it also affects the city.

KSMQ-TV Wins Emmy Award for “The Typist” AUSTIN, Minn.—KSMQ Public Television, the PBS television station serving southeastern Minnesota and northeastern Iowa, is the winner of an Upper Midwest Emmy®Award for its program chronicling the life of a Minnesota World War II veteran. At the annual Emmy Awards ceremony last Saturday night in Minneapolis, the KSMQ documentary “The Typist” was the winner in the outstanding history program category. Program producers Chuck Czech and David Klassen joined KSMQ Managing Editor Stephanie Passingham in accepting the award on behalf of the station. It is the fifth Emmy Award for KSMQ-TV in the last two years. “The Typist” followed the life and work of Larry Tillemans, the last living clerk-typist from the Nuremberg Trials. As a sergeant

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in the U.S. 3rd Army, it was Larry’s duty to document the testimony of victims and perpetrators of the Holocaust – information that deeply affected the young Minnesotan. After years of carrying this emotional burden, Larry decided to share his experiences with as many people as possible, a tireless effort that brought one man’s voice to a world that sometimes struggles

to remember the lessons of the past. “It is certainly satisfying to be honored by your peers,” said Eric Olson, KSMQ President & CEO. “But this award is really a testament to Larry Tillemans’ outstanding service to our country both during and after his tour of duty.” Anyone interested in viewing the program can locate it at www.ksmq.org

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State Gains 6,100 Jobs in August ST. PAUL – Minnesota employers added 6,100 jobs in August, according to seasonally adjusted figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The August gains, combined with July figures that were revised from 4,200 jobs lost to 100 jobs lost, put calendar year gains at 13,200 jobs in the state. Over the past 12 months, the state has added 56,311 jobs, a 2 percent growth rate compared with a U.S. growth rate of 1.8 percent. The state unemployment rate fell to 4.3 percent in August, the lowest unemployment rate in the state in nearly eight years. The U.S. unemployment rate in August was 6.1 percent. “Our state has added nearly 203,000 jobs since hitting the low point of the recession in September 2009,” said DEED Commissioner Katie Clark Sieben. “The August employment figures are great news and a reflection of Minnesota’s healthy and growing economy.” Construction and professional and business services were the strongest sectors in August, each adding 2,500 jobs. Other indus-

tries that added jobs were manufacturing (up 800), information (up 400), government (up 400), logging and mining (up 300), other services (up 300), trade, transportation and utilities (up 200), and education and health services (up 100). Job losses were reported in August in financial activities (down 800) and leisure and hospitality (down 600). Sectors that have gained jobs over the past 12 months are government (up 17,875), manufacturing (up 9,921), professional and business services (up 9,791), construction (up 7,446), education and health services (up 6,257), trade, transportation and utilities (up 4,360), leisure and hospitality (up 3,004), logging and mining (up 575) and information (up 540). Two sectors lost jobs in the past year: financial activities (down 1,885) and other services (down 1,573). In the Metropolitan Statistical Areas, the following regions gained jobs in the past 12 months: St. Cloud MSA (up 2.9 percent), Mankato MSA (up 2.6 percent), Minneapolis-St. Paul MSA (up 2.3 percent), Roch-

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Chatfield Brass Band Invites New Members The Chatfield Brass (and woodwind) Band invites new members to join the group as they begin their fall rehearsal schedule. Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Chatfield Elementary School band room. The first rehearsal is on Thursday, Sept. 18th and prospective members are encouraged to visit and join at any time. Instrumentalists that haven’t played since high school or college will find understanding, fellow musicians who went through the same “lip-building” process when they joined the band. The band is a traditional concert band with woodwinds, brass and percussion. The director of the band is Carmen Narveson, elementary music teacher at Chatfield. When you join the Chatfield Brass Band, you will find a group of musicians of all ages, from all walks of life, who come to band because they love music, love to play their instruments, and enjoy playing in a quality group that is fun and active. It is a stress-free environment! The band members hail from 15 different communities. The yearly schedule for the band includes a Holiday Concert in December, a series of “Concerts in the Park” in the summer, and parades and concerts in surrounding communities. The Chatfield Brass Band has a 45 year history and is wellknown throughout the state. The band plays an active part in the Chatfield community and enjoys the support of the city and community members. As a non-profit corporation, they also own the Chatfield Music Lending Library and support its efforts. Contact Carmen Narveson at 867-3315 or bdcnarv@aol.com for more information.

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after moving here. You do not need a Minnesota license if you work for the UnitQuestion: How long does a per- ed States Armed Forces or are a son have to change their driver’s family member of someone in license address? the Armed Forces stationed in Answer: It depends on the cir- Minnesota, and hold a valid outcumstance. of-state driver’s license. I will name If you are on active duty with off some sitthe U.S. armed forces and uations. have a valid Minnesota driver’s If you’re license, you are not required to already livrenew your license until you are ing in Mindischarged, regardless of your nesota and length of service. This law also move to a applies to the spouses of those Troy new address on active duty, if the spouse does in the state, Christianson not reside in Minnesota during the law the active duty period. requires that you apply for a new driver’s license within 30 days of A portion of state statutes were changing your address. used with permission from the If you have a valid driver’s license Office of the Revisor of Statutes. or instruction permit from anoth- If you have any questions coner state, you have 60 days after cerning traffic-related laws or becoming a Minnesota resident issues in Minnesota, send your to obtain your Minnesota license questions to Trp. Troy Christianor permit. son – Minnesota State Patrol at If you have a valid “commer- 2900 48th Street NW, Rochescial driver’s license” (CDL) from ter, MN 55901-5848. or reach another state, you have 30 days him at Troy.Christianson@state. to obtain your Minnesota license mn.us.

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Recycling 101 By LaVerne C. Paulson Recycling Education Coordinator Recently, there seems to be a bit of a chill in the air. A few trees are starting to show their brilliant colors. Birds are beginning to migrate south. It’s S e p t e m b e r, summer is more or less LaVerne C. Paulson over, autumn is here, and the fall Household Hazardous Waste Day is just around the corner. This fall, the day of celebration where you can drop off most of your HHW free of charge is scheduled for October 7th from noon until 5:00 p.m. Many of you may have all this information memorized by now because it appears in two articles each year. But, part of my job is to educate the residents of Fillmore County in the fine art of household hazardous waste disposal, and part of this is accomplished by the articles that appear in September and April. In the past few years, the rules for HHW have not changed a lot. However, there are questions to be answered at each event. With that in mind, it is time to collect all that nasty stuff that has been lurking about in cupboards, closets, garages, and sheds. If you no longer have need of some possibly dangerous substance, or perhaps too much of it, bring it to us and we will dispose of it properly This stuff is not meant to be burned, dropped into a trout stream, poured down a gopher tunnel, buried in a ditch somewhere, or deposited in one of our numerous sink holes. What these substances contain does not belong in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the fish we eat, or the soil in which we grow our food. Partially filled aerosol cans, oven cleaners, antifreeze, lawn care products, bug killers, weed

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killers, all forms of rodent poison, motor oil, outdated fuel (gasoline and diesel), adhesives, and tar are just some of the household wastes that will be accepted. As usual, paint products will make up a majority of the waste. Please keep in mind that paint cans that are empty and dried out are not hazardous waste and should be placed into your landfill garbage. If you have paint cans and other containers that are rusted and leaking, put them in a plastic bag to keep the contents from making a mess in your vehicle and around our work area. A more complete list of items are published in a HHW Day notice in this newspaper. This is also an excellent opportunity to get rid of all those hearing aid batteries, watch batteries, and all rechargeable batteries that no longer work. Rechargeable batteries are accepted and the Resource Recovery Center throughout the year. You don’t have to wait for HHW Day to dispose of your batteries. If you have a neighbor or two who cannot attend this event, check with them to see if they have any items that need disposing and bring their stuff with yours. They need to get those nasty materials out of their house. They are indeed hazardous. There will be the usual charge for tube lights, CFLs, ballast, tires, appliances, and e-waste, but this is an excellent chance to get rid of these things, as well. Explosives, medical waste, business waste, and radioactive waste will not be accepted. Mark your calendar now if you have not done so. Noon until 5:00 p.m. at the Fillmore County Resource Recovery Center in Preston on Tuesday, October 7th. If you have any questions, please contact the RRC at (507) 765-4704. I am planning to attend the celebration and will be available to answer questions you may have concerning recycling and HHW.

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Houston discusses MNVA enrollment and proposed levy certification By Angie Rodenburg The Houston School Board held a meeting on September 16. At the meeting Superintendent Krin Abraham gave an update on the facilities improvements that have been made to the school in the last several weeks. The last part of the upgrades include stainless steel pipe covers for the locker room showers. Abraham also informed the board that the new lift had been installed. She said of the updates, “They’ve done a really nice job. They are both usable and aesthetically pleasing.” Superintendent Abraham also presented current enrollment numbers by site to the school board. Abraham reported that the MNVA is down in enroll-

ment by 157 students as compared to last year’s October 1 enrollment figures. Houston High School is down by only two students, with the elementary school up by six from last year. Summit is down in enrollment by ten students from October 2013. The item with the most discussion for the evening was concerning the proposed levy certification. According to Superintendent Abraham, “Last year when the Board certified the proposed levy at the maximum, the impact on taxpayers’ proposed statements was a rate of 0.775. If we (the board) would not have reduced the Local Option Revenue this year, the impact on taxpayers’ proposed statements would have

been a 0.871. Since we know we are not going to levy the maximum Location Option Revenue allowed, we felt there was no reason to have proposed tax bills go out with such an inflated number.” Abraham went on to say, “The 50% Location Option Revenue selected by the Board still allows for us to possibly reduce this further in December after the Truth in Taxation hearing, but does allow for the district to benefit from the aid dollars that come with the Location Option Revenue levy dollars.” The Truth in Taxation meeting will be held in December. The next school board meeting will be held on October 7 at 6:00 P.M. in the Houston High School library.

{ We Live Where We Work } Peggi coordinates all of the advertising sales and marketing efforts for the cities of Rushford, Rushford Village, Peterson, Houston and Winona for the Fillmore County Journal, and Visit Bluff Country magazine. She has also contributed numerous photographs for our publications, and occasional articles.

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Obituaries Roger Dallas Garnatz Roger Dallas Garnatz 63 of Duluth, Minn., formerly of Rochester, Minn. died unexpectedly Sunday September 14, 2014 at Essentia Health center in Duluth Minn. Roger was born September 11, 1951 to Dallas and Ruth (Stender) Garnatz in Preston. Roger grew up in L a ne sboro, graduating from L a n e s b or o High School Roger Dallas Garnatz in 1969. He then attended Austin Vocational technical college, graduating from their carpentry program in 1971. Roger was baptized at St John’s Lutheran Church in Wykoff and confirmed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro. Roger went on to be a very skilled carpenter and was the manager at Fullerton Lumber in Lanesboro for many years. He then worked for Spring Valley Lumber and Larson Homes of Rochester before becoming self employed. Roger was very active in sports during and after school playing basketball, softball, and was on bowling leagues for many years.

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Roger was very active in Boy Scouts through the years and earned many awards. He was also a troop leader for the Gamehaven council of Boy Scouts for many years. Roger was very proud that he bought his first house with the money he saved from delivering papers. He loved remodeling houses and helping family and friends build additions and garages. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, working in his shop building sheds, picnic tables, and bird houses, and canning pickles and tomatoes. Roger married Susan Williams of Austin on September 23 1972 at Grace Lutheran church in Austin. They had 4 children together and were later divorced. Roger is survived by one daughter, Angie Coughlin (fiancé Joe Samora) of Austin, and three sons, Daniel of Austin, Brian of La Crosse Wisc, and Travis (Jen) of Byron. One granddaughter Felicia Clark of Austin, one grandson Owen Garnatz of Byron, one greatgranddaughter Haydynn Clark of Austin. Mother Ruth of Lanesboro, Brother Gary (Faith) of Superior, Wisc., many nieces and nephews, and former wives Susan Kellogg of Stewartville, Donna Kolden of Spring Valley, Diane Mueller of Rochester, and Janice Jacobson of Eagan. He was preceded in death by his father Dallas and brother

Myron. A Funeral Service will be at 7:00 pm on Thursday, September 18, at Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro with Pastor Gary Garnatz officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 on Thursday, also at the funeral home. A committal service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred. Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro, Minn. is assisting the family with arrangements. To share condolences with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com LaVonne Ann Hellickson LaVonne Ann Hellickson, 84, of Preston, Minn., died at her home on Sunday afternoon, September 14, 2014. LaVonne was born September 16, 1929, on a farm near Cherry Grove, Minn., to Ralph (Jack) and Nellie (R a ma ker) McKenzie. She attended rural school near York and graduated from LaVonne Ann Harmony Hellickson High School in 1947. She attended Luther College and afterward taught in a rural school in East York near Lime Springs, Iowa. She married

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Robert Hellickson on December 21, 1949, at the Bloomfield Lutheran Church in rural Ostrander, Minn. LaVonne was a secretary for five years at Preston Elementary School, worked at the Selective Service Office for three years, and was the Deputy Clerk of Court in the Fillmore County Clerk of Court office where she worked for 26 years. In later years she was appointed a Court Commissioner and was able to perform many, many marriage ceremonies over the years. She loved having her family gathered together and never wanted more than two weeks go by without seeing her grandchildren as they were growing up. She enjoyed baking and her family also enjoyed her baking! She enjoyed gardening, playing 500, and dancing with Bob for all of their married life. She was an active member of the Preston United Methodist Church. LaVonne is survived by her daughters, Roxie (Ron) Foyt of New Brighton, Minn., and Rae (Alfred) Asleson of Charles City, Iowa; three grandchildren, Dr. Rachel (Josh) Mack of Ames, Iowa, Brienne Foyt (and fiancé, David LaHaye) of Maple Grove, Minn., and Ryan Foyt (and girlfriend, Kristina Kuduk) of Minneapolis, Minn.; and two beloved great-grandsons, Carter and Lucas Mack; one sister, Marlys (Ron) Masterjohn of Shell Lake, Wisc., and one

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brother, Charles (Sue) McKenzie of Wykoff, Minn.; sisters-in-law, Marlene McKenzie of Preston and Geri McKenzie of Florence, Ore; nieces and nephews, Larry (Marla)McKenzie, Tami (Dan) Christianson, Traci (Ken) Livingood, Chad (Wilma) McKenzie, Rick (Gwenn) McKenzie, Bob (Yong) McKenzie, Linda McKenzie, and Steve (Kathy) Meyer. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert in 2007; her brothers, Neil and Roger; Rae’s first husband, Don Rustad; and her beloved nephew, Craig McKenzie; and great-niece, Savannah Livingood. There will be a memorial service 11:00 am, Saturday, October 11, 2014, at the Preston United Methodist Church with Rev. Michael Smith officiating. Burial of her ashes will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the church 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Friday, October 10, and on Saturday at the church an hour before the service. Thauwald Funeral Home in Preston is assisting the family with arrangements. Laverne Albert Wendt Funeral services for Laverne Wendt will be held 1:30 pm Thursday, September 18, 2014 at First English Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, Minn. with Pastor Loel Wessel officiating. See OBITUARIES Page 27 

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

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Garness Trinity Lutheran...……………………..…Sundays - 9:00am 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 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 United Methodist Church..…..............................8:30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henry town Lutheran Church.…………………………Sun. - 10:30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist..….....Saturdays - 9:00am 217 W. Jessie St., Rushford (507) 993-8328 Highland Prairie Lutheran Church.……………….Sundays -10:30am 43267 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church (Special Occasions) Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545 -2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church..………………………Sundays - 9:30am 254 Main St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church..……………Sundays - 10:30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Looney Valley Lutheran Church..……………Sundays - 10:00am 2040 Looney Valley Road, Houston, MN 55943 (507) 896-3412 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. (1 & 2) - 8:45am & (3 & 4) - 10:30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 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 35957 Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875 -2460 Our Savior’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, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4037 Preston United Methodist Church ……….........................10:30am 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 55935 (507) 268- 4455

Studio-A-Photography • Preston MN 507.251.6372 Visit Bluff Country • Preston MN 507.765.2151 Root R iver Church of the Brethren ………………Sundays - 10:00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 - 4772 Root R iver Community Church …………………Sundays - 10:30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074 Rushford Lutheran Church …………………Sun. - 9:00am & 5:30pm 101 S Mill St., Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152 Saetersdal Lutheran Church.………………………..Sundays -10:30am 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 NW # 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 Lutheran Church.…………………………..Sundays - 9:00am 241 Line St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 St Joseph’s Catholic Church.………………………Sundays - 10:30am 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, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthews Episcopal Church..……………………Sundays - 9:30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, 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. (1 & 2) - 10:30am & (3 & 4) - 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............Wed. - 7:00pm, Sundays - 10:00am 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, 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) 696- 4197 Trinity Fellowship ELCA..…………………………Sundays - 10:00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211 Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church………………Sundays - 10:30am 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, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352- 4136 W halan Lutheran Church..………………………….Sundays - 9:00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398

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Gator, horseback riding, playing cards, and working on crossword puzzles and word searches. Laverne was a family man and loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren. Laverne is survived by his children, Jerry Wendt of Spring Valley, Minn., Larry (Sherry) Wendt of Spring Valley, Minn., Gary (Heather) Wendt of Lakeville, Minn., and Terry (Tammy) Wendt of Rochester, Minn.; 8 grandchildren, Jessica Arendt, Daniel Wendt, Brooke Owens, Brady Wendt, Ryan Wendt, Aeriana Wendt, Clarice Wendt, and Theron Wendt; 5 step grandchildren, Brittany Ward, Bradley Ross, Austin Ross, Aleighna Haberkorn, and Nason Haberkorn; several great grandchildren; and sisters, Rosella (Lyle) Henning of Rochester, Minn. and Donna (Don) Kolde of Ark. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reinhard and Esther, wife Helen Marcet, brother, Howard, and daughterin-law, Valerie Wendt. Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com

Burial will take place in the Millet Cemetery in Sumner Township, Minn. Visitation will be held 5:007: 00 pm We d ne s d ay, September 17, 2014 at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley, Minn. and one hour Laverne Albert prior to the Wendt service at church. Laverne Wendt, age 86, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2014 at the Olmsted Hospital in Rochester, Minn. Laverne Albert Wendt was born July 11, 1928 in High Forest Township, Minn. to Reinhard and Esther (McGraw) Wendt. He attended school until the 8th grade. On October 10, 1950, Laverne was united in marriage to Helen Marcet Comstock in Pleasant Valley, Minn. In December of 1950, he enlisted into the United States Army Joel F. Schrock and was discharged in Decem- . Joel F. Schrock, age 76, a ber of 1956. In the early 1950s, 45-year resident of Geneva, Ill. Laverne and Marcet moved to passed away Saturday, Septema farm in Sumner Township ber 6, 2014, at Ebenezer Ridges where they farmed and milked Healthcare Center in Burnsville, for 60 years. Laverne was a mem- Minn. from complications of ber of the VFW, Farm Bureau, Parkinsons. and Pleasant Grove Saddle Club. He was born June 29, 1938, in When Laverne wasn’t farming Goshen, Ind., the son of Joseph he enjoyed fishing, riding in his Troy and Opal Rubye (Broadwa-

ter) Schrock, and was raised on the family farm in rural Preston, Minn. In 1956, Joel graduated from the University of Minnesota Agriculture High School in Waseca, Minn. He married Joan Marilyn Dahlquist on September 3, 1960. In 1962, he graduated from the University of Minnesota€“St. Paul with a degree in Ag Science/Horticulture, and in 1963, the couple moved to Illinois, where Joel accepted a position with Ball Seed Company. In 1978, Joel purchased Heinz Brothers Greenhouse, a family owned business, in St. Charles. In 1985, he purchased land in St. Charles and built the retail business in its current location on Main Street (Route 64). Joan and their son, Joel (Jay), joined the business alongside Joel in 1995. Joel was actively involved in the horticulture industry, Farm Bureau, and Geneva Lutheran Church. He enjoyed tractors, attending auctions and spending time at their lake home in Woodruff, Wisc. In June of this year, Joel and Joan moved to Apple Valley, Minn. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew him. Joel is survived by his loving wife, Joan (Dahlquist); children Susan (Gary) Millard of Cincinnati, Ohio; Joel C. (Heidi) Schrock of St. Charles; and Stacey (Andrew) Simonett of Lake-ville, Minn.; sisters Janeen Sarlin of New York City, N.Y.; Judith

NOTICE OF COMMERCIAL LAND SALE BY SEALED BID/AUCTION NOTICE OF COMMERCIAL LAND SALE BY SEALED BID/AUCTION

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6913 (hereinafter “VFW Post 6913”) is offering for sale real estate located in the City of Chatfield, Fillmore County, Minnesota described as follows: LOTS 1, 2, AND 3 IN BLOCK 3 OF TWIFORD AND COMPANY’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF CHATFIELD, OLMSTED COUNTY, MINNESOTA. Tax Parcel No. 51.31.34.000339 Physical Address: 118 Main Street North, Chatfield, Minnesota 55923 (Previous Kwik Trip location) No additional survey of the property will be done by the VFW Post 6913. The property is being sold AS IS without any warranties regarding the physical condition of the property and without any warranties regarding the marketability or merchantability of title. There shall be no responsibility on the part of the VFW Post 6913 to remove debris, make repairs or improvements, or perform any other act to change, modify or improve the condition of the property since it is being sold AS IS. The property is subject to the following usage restriction: The property is restricted from being used for the following: dispensing of petroleum, ethanol, biofuels, compressed natural gas or other motor fuels or alternative transportation energy sources. Furthermore, the Property shall be restricted from the operation of a convenience store/gas station, tobacco shop, fast food restaurant, and adult entertainment. Such restriction shall continue for a period of fifty (50) years and shall run with the Property.

Real estate taxes due and payable in the year 2014 shall be the responsibility of the VFW Post 6913. Possession and closing will be on or before October 31, 2014. Conveyance to the purchaser will be by a quit claim deed. The purchaser will be required to extend the abstract and complete any title work required by purchaser. The property may be inspected by contacting Lee Novotny, Novotny Law Office, Ltd. 1225 Highway 52 South, Chatfield, MN 55923. Tel. No.: 507-269-9918. The terms of sale are cash at the time of closing with ten percent (10%) being paid as earnest money, made payable to Novotny Law Office Trust Account, upon execution of a purchase agreement with the VFW Post 6913. The minimum acceptable price is $175,000.00. Written sealed bids will be accepted by Lee Novotny at the above address until 12:00 o’clock noon on Friday, October 3, 2014. No written sealed bids shall be accepted after the above specified date and time. The written bid shall contain the bidder’s name, address, telephone number, and total cash price offered contained in a sealed envelope clearly marked ”VFW PROPERTY SALE.” The sealed bids shall then be opened and considered at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 3, 2014. The top three bidders will be contacted to participate in a round robin style bidding to be held at Novotny Law Office, Ltd at 5:00 p.m. on October 3, 2014 until a successful bidder is determined. The VFW Post 6913 reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Dated: September 17, 2014

/s/ Lee Novotny Lee Novotny Novotny Law Office, Ltd. 1225 Highway 52 South Chatfield, MN 55923 Tel. No. 507-269-9918 lee@novotnylawoffice.com

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Aufenthie of La Crosse, Wisc.; and Joanita Brantl of Chandler, Ariz.; aunt Betty Gene Broadwater (Maynard) Heitner of Eden Prairie, Minn.; sister-in-law Carol Dahlquist of Roseville, Minn.; grandchildren Joseph and Benjamin Millard and Sara and Drew Simonett; and many dear cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Joel was preceded in death by his parents and in-laws; brothers-in-law Jerome Dahlquist, Jim Aufenthie, and Jack Brantl; and grandchildren Grace and Jacob Simonett. A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 5, 2014,

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at 1:00 pm at Fairview Ebenezer Ridges Care Center Chapel, 13820 Community Drive, Burnsville, Minn. with Pastor Chris Beckman officiating. Memorials can be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association Midwest Chapter, APDA-MC, 1800 N. Main Street, Suite 215, Attn: Dr. Rezak, Wheaton, Ill. 60187; Heifer International, 1 World Avenue, Little Rock, Ark. 72202; or Geneva Lutheran Church, 301 S. Third St., Geneva, Ill. 60134. Information: 630-232-8233 or www.malonefh.com.

Canton Appreciation Dinner Sunday,September 28th Canton is celebrating again! This time we are honoring Larry and Laurie Huber for donating the Canton Depot to the Canton Historical Society and back to the Community itself. Larry Huber is a railroad buff who knew it was time to save and restore the Depot. He purchased the Depot, repaired the roof and then went looking for a nonprofit organization. The Canton Historical Society is now honored to be able to lead the community in “Saving the Depot”. Many local people and Canton Alumni have already given generous donations to help “Save the Depot”. In

order to obtain future grants it is necessary to have a substantial financial base. The Canton Historical Society and the City Council have planned an Appreciation Dinner and Program on Sunday, September 28 at the Canton Town Hall. Dinner is at 1 pm and Program at 2 pm. Everyone is invited! If you plan to attend the dinner please RSVP to 507-743-8247. Otherwise come for the program at 2 pm. This is an important day in Canton’s history. Come and help us celebrate!!

Fillmore County HouseHold Hazardous Waste ColleCtion tuesday, october 7, 2014 one day only!

noon to 5:00 pm

resource recovery center, preston

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

Business waste Radioactive waste Empty cans

during this collection only there will be a program that will allow you to exchange all your mercury thermometers for one new digital thermometer.

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.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., SEPTEMBER 23 Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.* WED., SEPTEMBER 24 •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-4pm, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley.*

THURS., SEPTEMBER 25 •Free Senior Coffee and Homemade Dessert, 9am, Clara House of Harmony.* •Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No school, no story hour.* •Canton Historical Society meeting, evveryone welcome. 5pm. Canton Community Center. •AA Class “Road’s Journey,” 8pm, 301 E. Franklin St., Spring Valley (a yellow house).*

SAT. SEPTEMBER 27 •Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 9-11am, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley, MN.* •Lanesboro Farmers’ Market, 9-noon, Sylvan Park.* •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For more info, call 507-2511771 or 765-2518.*

SUN., SEPTEMBER 28 •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain FRI., SEPTEMBER 26 Lutheran Church, South Main •Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, St. and Highway 52.* Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 MON. SEPTEMBER 29 Fillmore St. Chatfield.* •Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.* •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN.*

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I wish to thank relatives, friends and neighbors for all their phone calls, visits, and food brought in during my time in the hospital and since my return home. Also a big thanks to Steve, Lori, Lowell, Deb, and Lacey who were always there for me. It was greatly appreciated. LaVern Knoepke t22-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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The AS WE STRUGGLED to cover our broken window in the dark with rain falling it was hard to see how God could have any blessings in store for us. We had no idea helping hands from our church family, friends and neighbors would come by the dozens to help clean up the storm damaged buildings that lay in our yard. People came with tools, tractors and food to feed everyone who volunteered. Thank you does not seem like enough for all the help we received! If we try to name each individual we are afraid we may miss someone! We pray God will bless you as much as you have blessed us! Kent and Jud Dornink t22-x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We want to thank Micah Hanson of State Farm Insurance. Your donation to our Hometown Pride Group was very thoughtful and appreciated. Margaret Carlson and the Hometown Pride Group t22-o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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AUCTION! WAREHOUSE Loads of Restaurant, Grocery, Bakery, Bar Equipment, 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept 27, Bemidji MN. The sale will be sold in 2 rings. Owner: PACE Development. Go to the web for more complete descriptions and over 250 pictures. www.maineventauctions.com. Main Event Auctions 218/358-1168. MCAN

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Sat., Sept. 27th 9am - 2pm Sun., Sept. 28th 10am - 2pm FOR SALE: Many Antique Collections, Mirrors, Oil Lamps, Kitchenware, Trunks, Pictures, Linens, Queen Bed, Full Bed, Dressers, Daybed, Glassware, Furniture, Tables, Fainting Couch, Area Rugs, Crocks, Sofa, Oak Coffee Table, Library Table, Desk, Yard Art and MUCH MUCH MORE! CandaceWilliamsEstateSales.com

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AUCTION CALENDAR Sunday, Sept. 21 at 9am- Antique, tool, household auction. Auction to be held at Spring Valley Sales Auction Building, 412 East Park Street, Spring Valley, MN. For more info contact Spring Valley Auctions 507-346-2183 or www.springvalleysales.com. Listing in the Journal. Saturday, Sept. 27 at 10am -Alan & Rose Breitsprecher Farm Machinery Auction. Auction to held at 3724 -279th Ave., Decorah, Iowa. For more info contact Greentree Auctions 563-4193457 or www.greentreeauctions.com. Listing in the Journal. Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 10am- Absolute Estate Auction. Estate, shop tools & equipment, furniture & household, misc. Auction held at 14576 State Hwy. 16, Spring Valley, MN. For more info Gehling Auctions 1-800-770-0347. Listing in the Journal. Thurs., Oct. 16 at 10am - 191+/- in three parcels. Great farm, with great access, exposure, rainage, long rows, & good soils. High Point Realty & Auction. For more info contact High Point Auction Company 507-218-1243 or www. HighPointAuctionCompany.com. Notice in the Journal.

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Sat. Sept. 6-Tues. Sept. 16 10 Day Online Sale. Vehicles, Semi, Trailers, Boat, Equipment Tractor and more! For more information contact Tony Montgomery Realty and Auction Co. at 507.259.7502. To view complete listing go to www.tmracompany.com. Sunday, September 21 at 5:30pm- DARR online auction. 5 bidding days, 800 items. For more info and complete listing DARR Auctions & Realty 800-852-0010 or www.darrauctions. com. Partial listing in the Journal To list your Auction 507-765-2151

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Full-time and Part-time Positions in Preston Full-time Sleep/AM Position in Preston Part-time PM Position in Preston Apply online at mapleleafservices.org or call Cherie at 507-765-2107 EOE Providing services for people with developmental disabilities for 30+ years!

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EMPLOYMENT art-time milker needed 2-4 times pr week plus some weekends. Near Greenleafton.507-259-9713. h22,29- o Semcac’s weatherization department is currently seeking applications for a 32-hour per week Weatherization Program Specialist to be located in Rushford. Office experience required. Must have strong computer knowledge, attention to detail, excellent customer service skills and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills. Applications available at www.semcac.org or by contacting Barb Thompson at (507) 864-8202, or barb. thompson@semcac.org. Applications must be postmarked by September 23, 2014. EOE. h15,22-o Spring Valley Senior Living is seeking part-time nurses for our evening and overnight shifts. Positions require every other weekend worked. To apply send resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, Minn. 55975. Or email hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE.h22- x K&R Equipment is looking for help with custom manure hauling and service repair work. Call 507-268-4425. e8,15,22,29-o

EMPLOYMENT Looking for qualified Tractor and pump operators for the fall work season. Many open positions and possibilities. Overtime after 80/2 weeks. FT benefits. Hiring for FT and PT positions. Experience would be great but not a necessity. VCP, Wykoff, MN. 507-421-1387. h25,1,8,15,22,29-o GREAT MONEY FROM HOME with our Free Mailer Program. Live Operators on Duty NOW! 1-800-707-1810 EXT 801 or Visit WWW.PACIFICBROCHURES. COM (MCN) PAID IN ADVANCE! MAKE $1000 A WEEK mailing brochures from home! Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start Immediately! www.localmailers.net (VOID IN SD, WI) (MCN) Full time driver with Class A CDL to pull hopper. Midwest area and home weekly. Competitive pay with late model equipment. Must pass drug screen and have good driving record. 507-429-0149. h15,22- o Country Lodge Inn in Harmony is looking for housekeepers. Please apply in person at 525 Main Ave. North, Harmony. h15, 22- o

Current Job openings

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Resident Aide/Nursing Assistant:

• Full time and Part time shifts available • Days, Evenings and Overnights • Providing client cares in assisted living and memory care settings

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At Wildwood Grove we have a sincere desire to create a working environment that permits each employee to enjoy self-development and satisfaction in their job, while contributing to the Wildwood Grove philosophy: “We are committed to serving every individual with respect at all times. It is the kind of respect we would wish for if our roles were reversed.”

Stop in to complete an application: Wildwood Grove 410 East Main Street LeRoy, MN 55951

Please visit us at www.wildwoodgrovemn.com

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The Fillmore County Journal is expanding, which means we need another

grAPhiC dESigNEr versed in Adobe Creative Suite programs. Starting with a flexible schedule with opportunities for growth into a full-time position. This job will be the right fit for someone with great attention to detail, positive customer relations skills and a flair for design. Candidates with experience in web design a plus. Please send a letter of interest and design samples to Editor, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN, 55965 or email to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com.

Casey’s General Store is looking for friendly, energetic individuals to fill a variety of positions including cashiers, donut makers, overnights, and pizza makers. Full and parttime positions available. Apply at Casey’s General Store, 875 Hwy 52 N., Preston, MN or online at www.caseys.com. EOE

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EMPLOYMENT City of wykoff. The City of Wykoff is looking for a part-time Assistant Utility and Maintenance Technician. This position requires a basic understanding of the wastewater treatment and fresh water systems. Responsibilities to include operation and maintenance of city equipment. Assist with maintenance and grounds keeping. Hours limited to 26 hours/week with exceptions as needed for emergencies. On-call 24/7 with no more than 30 minute response time. Minimum education and/or experience required (minimum job requirements, education requirements experienced): High school diploma or equivalent. Working knowledge of maintenance equipment. For the right candidate we are willing to train. Licensure/Certification Required: Class B license with air brakes. Work towards water/wastewater license. Job Essential Functions: You will be trained to check water/wastewater treatment plant to assure plant is in operating order. Cleaning, maintenance and repair when more than 1 person needed, assist with the flushing of water mains, reading water meters when covering for Public Works Director, assist in snow removal, sanding, general maintenance and minor street repair, seasonal decorations, minor repair and maintenance of street lights, set or remove road barricades, assist with maintaining city tree dump and compostpile, assist with grounds keeping, run errands as directed, maintain daily log of duties performed, maintain all work and storage areas in a neat, orderly and safe fashion. All other duties as directed by Council. Core Principles (Service Values) apply to every position: Data privacy requirements, open meeting laws, understanding of employee policies and procedures, familiarity with League of Minnesota Cities good public relations. Please submit your cover letter and resume to the Wykoff City Clerk, 217 Gold St. N, P.O. Box 218, Wykoff, MN 55990 or drop it off at this address by 4:00 p.m. on October 13, 2014. City of Wykoff is an equal opportunity provider and employer. h15,22,29,6,13-o Are you in search of full employment? We are seeking an employee to work in a farrowing/breeding department. Join a team environment. We offer a competitive salary, benefit package and definable hours. We look forward to hearing from you. Please call weekdays 507-324-5901 ext. 101. h15,22,29- o

Current Job openings

DireCtor of CliniCal serviCes

• This full-time position assures that clients in assisted living receive care in a safe and efficient manner, utilizing best practices and ensuring compliance with all State and Federal regulations. • Must have current RN license in Minnesota

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Stop in to complete an application: Wildwood Grove 410 East Main Street LeRoy, MN 55951

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Full-Time Produce Manager

Rushford Foods is searching for a Produce Manager, responsible for day to day operations of the Produce department. Duties include but not limited to: customer service; ordering; display and case merchandising; inventory control; cooler and backroom organization; adhering to proper techniques of food prep and temperature monitoring to ensure food safety; daily cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and prep areas; and assist with other general store duties as directed. Must have a positive customer service attitude, be a team player and demonstrated ability to multi-task. A typical work schedule will be up to 45 hours per week, with various shifts within the 7am – 8pm timeframe daily. Must be willing to work weekends and 18 years or older for this position. This is position is eligible for Holiday pay, Sick Pay, Vacation benefits, Health Savings Account and SIMPLE IRA after specific time of employment based on requirements of the plan. Due to the physical demands of this position, must be able to routinely and safely lift, stack and carry 50lb bags and boxes of product. Apply in person at Rushford Foods or mail your resume to Rushford Foods; ATTN: Mike Agrimson; PO Box 369; Rushford, MN 55971. Request an application by emailing rushiga@acegroup.cc Position will be filled with a qualified applicant as soon as possible.

EmploymEnt opportunity DEli managEr / mEat assistant (Full-timE)

Harmony Foods is searching for a Full Time Deli Manager, responsible for Deli staff scheduling, establishing a daily work plan, training and supervision of staff, ordering supplies and product inventory, safe food preparation, display merchandising, department accounting, and daily cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and food prep areas. The Deli Manager is also responsible for supporting the Meat Department operations with daily inventory control tasks. A typical work schedule will be 35 40 hours per week, with various shifts from 7am – 7pm daily. In addition to a competitive wage, this position is eligible for: SIMPLE IRA; Sick pay; Holiday pay; and Vacation (after completion of one year of service). Previous experience in Food Service Management or other supervisory management preferred and must be at least 18 years old for this position. Apply in person of mail your resume to Harmony Foods; ATTN: Todd Himlie, PO BOX 598; Harmony, MN 55939 or email to: rushiga@ acegroup.cc to request an application.

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EMPLOYMENT

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CHS has a full time opening for a CDL Driver. Potential employees must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined, must have a Class A CDL and be able to obtain a HazMat. CHS offers competitive pay, health insurance, and a retirement plan. Pick-up an application at any CHS location. If you have questions about the position contact Ryan at 507-754-5125. EOE.

Part time eveninGs

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EMPLOYMENT

Green Lea Manor is LookinG for speciaL peopLe who want to Make a difference. Must be caring, compassionate, and a team player.

part-time rn/Lpn & cna shifts available. Will train and reimburse for classes, if not on the registry. Bonus Pay on weekends and shift differential.

Contact Nicky or stop by for an application.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

The City of Wykoff is a “Fair Housing City” and an “Equal Opportunity Employer.” n22- o

notice of public hearing city of whalan, minnesota Notice is hereby given that the City of Whalan will hold a public hearing on Monday, September 22, 2014 at the city’s Town Hall at 5:00 p.m. regarding a Variance Permit for Garage (Demaray). For questions, contact Lolly Melander at 507467-2667. Lolly Melander Whalan City Clerk Publish 15, 22

notice of mortgage foreclosure sale DATE: August 7, 2014 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: February 27, 2009 2. Mortgagors: James S. Schueler and Beth L.Schueler, husband and wife 3. Mortgagees: Marine Credit Union, aka Marine Credit Union - Peterson 4. Recording Information: Recorded on March 3, 2009, as Document Number 370001, in the Office of the Fillmore County Recorder, Minnesota. 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: N/A INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 06.0471.020 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Lot 46 in Block 5 of Stebbins Addition to the City of Rushford, Fillmore County, Minnesota, also described as: Beginning at a point 66 feet West of the Southwest corner of Lot 35 in Block 4 of said Stebbins Addition, on a line parallel with the North line of Center Street, SS Stebbins Addition to said Town (now city) of Rushford; thence North 50 feet; thence West 100 feet; thence South 50 feet; thence East 100 feet to the point of beginning. Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered (Torrens) [ ] 8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 601 N. 2nd Street, Rushford, MN 55971 other foreclosure data 9. The person holding the Mortgage: [check one] [ ] is a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the transaction agent, residential mortgage servicer, and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are [ ]. The transaction agent’s mortgage identification number, if stated on the Mortgage, is [ ]. [ ] is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are Marine Credit Union. 10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is [ ]. INFORMATION REGARDING Foreclosure 11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. 12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $ 110,860.00. 13. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $[ ]. 14. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Fillmore County, Minnesota, at public auction on October 23, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at Fillmore County Courthouse, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN 55965. 15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six months after the date of sale. 16. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on April 23, 2015. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Attorney Daniel E. Dunn Main Street Law Offices, LLC 504 Main Street, Suite 200 P.O. Box 1627 La Crosse, WI 54602-1627 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Marine Credit Union – Peterson 322 Mill Street Peterson, MN 55962 MAIN STREET LAW OFFICES is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously receediv a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. Publish 15. 22, 29, 6, 13, 20

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DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: FORECLOSURE Court File No. [23-CV-14-108 J MARINE CREDIT UNION, vs. JULE EVENSON, aka JULIE K. EVENSON, and Plaintiff, JOHN DOE EVENSON, unknown spouse of Julie Evenson, Defendants. NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of a Judgment made and entered in the above entitled matter on July 7,2014, by the District Court of Fillmore County Minnesota, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises herein after described, to satisfy the amount adjudged due the plaintiff in the above-entitled action from the defendants, as described in the Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Fillmore County Minnesota will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash as follows: DATE: Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 10:00am LOCATION: Main Lobby of the Fillmore County Courthouse, 101 Fillmore Street E, Preston, MN 55965. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: See Exhibit “A” PROPERTY ADDRESS: 701 North Mill Street, Rushford, Minn. 55971 The property shall be sold, together with all improvements and buildings located thereon, and all rights, title, claim and demand of any nature whatsoever of the defendants in and to the mortgaged premises described above, or any part thereof; that all estates, rights, title and interest of any nature whatsoever, in any way belonging or relating to the mortgaged premises, together with all equipment, fixtures or other property of any kind whatsoever owned by the defendants and located on the mortgaged premises, and all leases and other agreements effecting the use of the occupancy of the mortgaged premises now or herein after entered into, the right to receive and apply rents, issues and profits from the mortgaged premises, and all the proceeds of the foregoing, together with the premises. Dated this 15th day of September, 2014. Fillmore county SHERIFF Daryl Jensen Exhibit “A” Part of Outlot 1 in SE 114 of the SE 114 of Section 11, Township 104, Range 8, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Outlot 2 in the said SE 114 of the SE 114, Section 11, Township 104, Range 8; thence East 280 feet; thence South 175 feet; thence West 208 feet; thence North 175 feet to the place of beginning. EXCEPTING therefrom the following· tracts: Land Easement to State of Minnesota shown in Book 176 page 356 Register of Deeds, Fillmore County, Minnesota and EXCEPTING therefrom the West 80 feet of said part of Outlot I in SE 114 of the SE 114 Section 11, Township 104, Range 8, Fillmore County, Minnesota. Property Address: 701 North Mill Street, Rushford, MN 55971 Parcel No. 06.0015.000 Publish 22,29,6,13,20,27

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Deer Ridge • Spectacular Home • Unique Floor Plan • 5 Bdm • 4 Baths • In-Floor Heat In House & Garage • Western Cedar Ceilings • Hickory Floors • Family Room W/30’ Ceilings That Includes Floor To Ceiling Windows To Enjoy Wonderful Scenery & Wildlife • Master Shower With Heated Floor • Must See

Newer Home • 3 Baths • 4 Bedroom• Wood Floors • Master Bath • 6-Panel Doors • Heated 3 Car Garage • Large Deck • Large Bedroom • Vaulted Ceilings • Kitchen Nook & Bar • Maintenance Free Siding • Dead End Street • Backs up to the Park

431 HaLF St, WHaLan Next to State Bike Trail • Wood Floors • Corner Lot • Garage • Storage Shed

Roxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI RoxanneJohnson@remax.net Cell: 507-458-6110

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11808 county roaD 35, St. cHarLeS

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

$74,900

$354,900

102 w Highway 52, CANTON

Turn key 2 bedroom home with updated paint, floorings, and finished basement. Generous cabinets & storage space. Ramp in attached insulated 2 car garage. Wrap around deck with nice lot, easy to enjoy. $89,900/$412.67 PI/M*

610 Parkway Ave. S, LANESBORO UCED

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

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15529 Kiwi Rd., PRESTON Nice starter home offering affordable living. Main floor bedroom, bath, & laundry. 2 bedrooms and bath up. Att 2 car garage. New steel roof.$62,500/$286.89 PI/M* 110 Spruce St. SE, FOUNTAiN

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Ideally located, 2 story home with beautiful hardwood floors, grand foyer, open staircase, large kitchen with breakfast bar, eating area, plus formal dining. Stone NG fireplace, all with 9 ft. ceilings. Wonderful front porch, multi level deck, and landscaped yard, backing up to country.

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1) 3.82 acre lot with woods, creek, w/o, great views of Nolan Valley. Ideal for cabin or permanent home with privacy and scenery and wildlife. $54,900

2-plex, could be a 3-plex • 4 bedrooms, could have 6 • 3 baths • completely remodeled • new roof, siding, windows • furnace and c/a • 2 furnaces • 2 c/a • 2 laundry units • 1152 sq ft garage with 1/2 bath, shop and walk-up attic • view of bluffs

2) 3.96 acre lot with woods, creek, w/o, great views of Nolan Valley. Ideal for cabin or permanent home with privacy and scenery and wildlife. $56,900

200 HiLLSiDe aVe., LaneSBoro

$89,900 26 Winona St., cHatFieLD 3-bedrooms • 2-baths • large corner lot • new window • newer roof • vinyl siding • formal living room • dining room • patio • screened in porch • garage • ideal for investment property

$295,000

35064 242nD St., LaneSBoro

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

Affordable living in Greenleafton. Home is packed with nice features! Custom built oak cabinets, oak hardwood floors & finished basement with gas fireplace. Updated windows, siding, and shingles in 2004. Att 1 car garage, patio door to deck with country views. $87,500/$401.65 PI/M*

25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939 www.SEMNrealestate.com • Toll Free: 888-839-2142 Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

$55,000 & UNdER

1015 RidgE Rd. S., PRESTON

Charming, 3 bedroom, two story home. Oak hardwoods throughout, open staircase, new kitchen flooring & freshly painted. Full basement with rough ins & updated circuit breaker. Attached 2 car garage. $134,900/$619.24 PI/M* 260 1st St Nw, HARMONY

Well maintained home with a lot to offer! 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, oak hardwoods & updated eat-in kitchen. Lower level with 2nd kitchen, 3/4 bath, family room, and bedroom. Insulated attached 2 car garage. Semi private backyard.$114,900/$527.43 PI/M*

608 River St. Sw, CHATFiELd

Move in & enjoy!! Well kept home with many updates. Generous living space, main fl laundry & lots of cabinets. Lower level has been remodeled with family room, egress window & full bath. New roof (2014) Enjoy the deck and great yard with storage shed & garden space. $109,900/$504.48 PI/M*

15413 County Rd 9, PRESTON

Why rent, when you can own! Nicely updated 2 bedroom home, updates include flooring, lighting, bathroom, furnace, window replacement, siding & roof. Full basement, CA & Large 2 car detached garage. Rural residential area offers affordable living with country views. $55,000/$252.47 PI/M*

10277 County 116, HARMONY

Stop Renting! - This affordable 2 bedroom home offers efficient living with fresh paint & carpet, plus new front door. Near the Upper Iowa River, 2 car XL garage. New furnace in 2007 and updated septic. Not flood zone - call today! $43,500/$199.68 PI/M*

110 E Hwy 52, CANTON Starting up or slowing down this affordable 2 bedroom home offers efficient living in good condition, with deck and good sized 1 car det garage with extra storage space. Deep lot with stone fireplace borders country. Cheaper than rent, call today! $53,900/$247.42 PI/M*

coMMerciaL BuiLDing - LaneSBoro Great opportunity to own large commercial building in a high traffic area. Potential business could be retail, restaurant/bar, convenience store/grocery, crafts or many other uses. Can be divided off. $64,500

620 Burr Oak Ave. NE, CHATFiELd

311 E Fillmore, MABEL

Just like new, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with open concept. Bright & sunny, 2 patios, next to green space & on dead end street. CA, in floor heat & forced air. Offered under assessed value. Don’t miss this opportunity, call today! $79,900/$366.77 PI/M*

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

Kelsey Bergey Real Estate Agent remax@harmonytel.net Office 507-886-4221 Wonderful views! 3 bedroom home on South Hill. Open dining and living room with hardwood floors. Step saving kitchen with tile floors. Finished basement. Att 1 car garage. Plus heated work shop with overhead doors. 3 +/- acres. $169,900 Additional land available up to 10 acres call for details.

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401 Hillcrest St. E, LANESBORO

21980 County 20, PRESTON

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4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Large Wooded Corner Lot, Appliances Stay, New Furnace and CA.

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402 Fillmore St. w, PRESTON

Simply charming 3 bedroom home. Vinyl siding, updated windows, updated bathrooms. Oak hardwood floors, fireplace, & built ins. Upstairs small kitchen, 3/4 bath, bedroom and storage. Basement walkout with family room & laundry. 1 car tuck under.

$149,900

26.8 acres • completely redone down to studs • everything new in the last 1 1/2 years • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • main floor laundry • 3-season porch • new septic, furnace, c/a, windows • remodeled kitchen • 50x60 pole shed • storage shed • woods • pasture • ideal for animals • good hunting • 9’ ceilings

208 aSHBurn St, LaneSBoro

401 Spring St., preSton

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

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$74,900

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34832 310tH St., LaneSBoro

3 Large Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Main Floor Laundry • Gourmet Kitchen • Granite Countertops • 2-sided Fireplace • Master Bath • Deck of Master • Patio • 2-tiered Deck • Private Fenced Yard • Professionally Landscaped • Formal Living • Dining Room • Rec Room • Family Room

$345,000

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$259,900

1413 30tH St. nW, rocHeSter

Main Floor Living • 2 Large Bedrooms • Open Floor Plan • 2-sided Fireplace • Formal Living • Dining Room • Kitchen Island • Main Floor Laundry • Covered Porch • Private Patio

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$109,900 346 Main St. n, cHatFieLD

$104,900

3 Bedrooms • Main Floor Laundry • updated Kitchen • Formal Living room • Dining room • Kitchen Dining • Large Wrap around • Large corner Lot

Beautifully updated & welll maintained 4 brdm 2 bath home. Hardwood floors, formal dining and updated & remodeled 13x21 eat in kitchen. Re-shingled in 2002, newer furnace, gutters, siding & back deck in 2003. Double garage w/heated workshop area & full attic. All the old world charm w/modern conveniences.

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$109,000 301 tHirD St., Fountain

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Charming and updated home with permanent siding, newer shingles & gutters, 3 car garage with workbenches & work area, neutral décor’ in the home, updated kitchen with newer cabinets with wine rack and dinette/small eat in kitchen area. Huge walk in closet with one of the bedrooms. Upper level attic area could easily be made into another bedroom. The lower level has workbenches set up and a separate room used as a canned goods & wine cellar. All appliances included!

Starting out or slowing down? This is the property for you. New roof on garage, newer furnace & water heater, landscaped yard, deck and sits on 3/4 acre in town. 3 bedroom 2 full bath home with open and bright kitchen, breakfast bar and informal dining room. Ready for immediate occupancy. Own this property cheaper than paying rent!

901 S. Broadway, Spring Valley Very well maintained ranch style home located near park/ swimming pool on one acre of land. Recent updates are new siding & gutters, shingles 4 years old, new sidewalk & part of driveway, newly painted interior, new flooring & updated light fixtures. The kitchen is open and bright. The lower level has a separate laundry area, family room, 3/4 bath and workshop area with workbench. Move in ready!

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312 1St St. ne., grand Meadow $109,900

225 2nd St. Sw, grand Meadow $69,900

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812 S. Broadway, Spring Valley Beautiful stucco 1 1/4 story home. Hardwood floors, arched doorways, bay window, French Doors, newer neutral carpet, 2 full baths & 3 bedrooms. Knock down ceilings, 2 decks and updated electrical. Great location in established neighborhood. You’ll love the oversized 2 car garage that is insulated and has electricity to it & blacktop drive. The extra large lot allows for a nice back yard.

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313 w. grant St., Spring Valley Very appealing home with character and charm. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, formal dining room & living room combination. Original woodwork, hardwood floors, and arched doorways. You’ll love the bright kitchen with oak cupboards and stainless steel sink with kitchen window. Finished family room in lower level. Single car garage w/asphalt drive & storage shed located across from park. Priced to sell!

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715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com $79,90

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417 Main St. Sw, PRESTON

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with ideal location across from Root River Bike Trail & Root River. Large yard with patio. Updates include roof, furnace, central air, windows, water heater, and circuit breaker. $69,900/$320.86 PI/M*

145 1st Ave. SE, HARMONY An inviting 1 1/2 story home offering a large open kitchen and dining area. Bedroom, bath & laundry all on main level. Upstairs features 2 additional bedrooms plus full bath. 2 car detached garage plus insulated shop space. $72,500/$332.80 PI/M*

This Townhome remodel is ready for you to select the finishing touches. Gutted & currently at the sheetrock stage for list price. Additional allowances expense for flooring, cabinets, & finishing is an option to purchase the home and have completed by seller/contractor.

511 New St., wHALAN

A get away or a place to stay, this 3 bedroom home offers a great yard and an easy walk to the Root River and Root River Trail. Main floor bedroom & bath. 2 car & 1 car detached garages with storage. Garden space and beautiful scenery! $79,900/$366.77 PI/M*

25562 140th St., PRESTON Nice acreage with spacious four square 2 story home. 3 bedrooms up with full bath. Main floor has updated eat in kitchen, plus office and 3/4 bath. Full basement along with walk up attic. Large shed. 6.5 Acres $119,900/$550.38 PI/M*

35768 Hwy. 16, LANESBORO

218 AWESOME ACRES. Custom build home. 5 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. Geo Thermal heating system, wrap around deck and walk out basement. 3 car attached garage. Pole barn, shop, and shed. Hay ground, open prairie, and woods & wild flowers with scenic views. Call today!

25257 County 5 , wYKOFF

American Four Square home, original woodwork, wood floors, built in hutch, large eat in kitchen, main floor bedroom, bath and laundry. Walk up attic. Vinyl siding, septic-2010. Garden space. Barn & shed. Pasture & woods, approx. 60+ acres crop land. Call today!

XXX dupont St., HARMONY

Partially wooded lot near Root River Trail on Coffee St & Dupont. Buildable, city utilities. $24,000

XXX 3Rd Ave. SE, LANESBORO

Harmony’s newest subdivision, with country views and city utilities at an affordable price. No building permit fees or connection fees in 2014! Get $5,000 Cash Back/EDA Incentive

Lots on South Hill Preston: City Limits, City Utilities Lot A) 4 acres mostly wooded great buildable site Lot B) Almost a half acre lot with good sized storage building Lots C & D) Approx 1/3 of an acre building lot

PENDIN

Surrounded by a mature windbreak this 4 bedroom, 2 story offers tons of living space, storage space, plus a deck and patio to entertain family and friends. Attached 2 car garage.

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

50 industrial Blvd. NE, HARMONY

Exceptional Opportunity!! Well established Antique Mall. Built in 2008 located on Hwy 52 with excellent exposure. 9,792 SqFt Antique Mall area, 1,024 SqFt separate commercial space, plus 1280 SqFt att garage 3 bay. Owner retiring. Call today!

15 w Center St., HARMONY

Centrally located on the corner of Main & Center St in the heart of Harmony! This historic brick building has been beautifully redone. Features original tin ceiling and wood floors. Retail on main & basement level. Doors, windows, CA, wiring, and lighting in 2004. Exterior cleaned, sealed brick, awning, HE furnace w/air cleaner & rubber membrane roof all in 2011. Zone commercial. Owner retiring.

100 Coffee St., LANESBORO

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

600 4th St. NE, HARMONY

55 industrial Blvd NE, HARMONY

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

EXCEPTIONAL LOCATION on US HWY 52. 60 x 80 building, built in 2005. Includes 24 x 24 office, reception & bathroom area. Shop area is 4224 sq ft. with infrared heat & NEW -used oil burner system. 24 x 24 loft area above office. Asphalt parking area for approx. 50 vehicles. 3 12 W x 14 H overhead doors. 16 ft sidewalls. Call today for more information.

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16108 305th Ave., HARMONY 12995 County 15, HARMONY

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Easy access 9 acre wooded parcel only 5 miles from Preston and Harmony. Slip away to the cabin! Build your dream home in this scenic paradise. This parcel borders crop land and pasture with live water. Wooded parcels on north and south side. Call today, this could be gone tomorrow!!

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610 Parkway Ave. S, LANESBORO

Owners are now retiring! The first motel in Lanesboro, tastefully renovated with five fully furnished rooms with private baths, Off street parking, locked garage available,WiFi & AC. 100% Health Dept. rating! Here is a wonderful opportunity to step into a well ran business and meet new friends with the guidance of the owners to help with your transition.

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Monday, September 22, 2014

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Wanted: Cropland, farms, hunting land. Call 608-3853212. Roger D. Johnson, Land Broker Auctioneer. Licensed MN, SD, WI, IL. w3tfn-o

$25,000 REWARD for older FENDER, GIBSON, GRETSCH, MARTIN, MOSRITE, NATIONAL guitars. Paying from $500 to $25,000 or more. Please call Crawford White in Nashville, TN at 1-800-477-1233 or email NashvilleGuitars@aol.com (MCN)

Studio apartment for rent downtown Preston. $225 per month - includes heat. Call Chris at 507-259-3633. rtfn9/8-o

Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfn- o

Glen-Mar Storage - Larger or small storage available 55 ft x 160 ft, in rural Lanesboro. Ideal for storing cars, boats, campers, snowmobiles, motorcycles, etc. Please call 507-9512635 or e-mail ggide@acegroup.cc. r1,8,15,22,29,6-o

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

80 acre buildable property in Chosen Valley just 15 minutes from Rochester. Tillable and woods, $369,900. Jennifer Mitchell, Edina Realty. 507-208-1547. e15,22,29,6- x

Wanted: Cars, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn-o PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? Call Us First! Living expenses, Housing, Medical and continued support afterwards. Choose Adoptive Family of Your Choice. Call 24/7. ADOPT CONNECT 1-866-951-1860 (Void in IL & IN) (MCN)

FOR RENT Commune with nature. Two person bungalow on Trout Run Creek, Chatfield, Oct. 12- Apr. 30. $700 incl. water/sewer, and high-speed internet + digital phone. Renter pays gas and electric. 507-3160037. r22,29- o

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2 BR House in Rushford Avail 9/1/14. Jacuzzi tub, large yard. $675/mo + Dep. 507-458-5139. r8/4tfn-o Looking for a place to celebrate an event? Birthday parties, anniversaries, baby showers! Cost is $25 for up to 2 hours. Includes large TV for games or movies. Bathroom facilities. Free Internet access. Located in Preston. Capacity of up to 25 people. Call 507-251-5297. r4/7tfn-x Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- 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

For Sale: 3 bed-2 bath acreage. 2 acres edge of Fountain. O/A Price $159,900. Call 507-259-6961. r22tfn- o

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Scenic View TownhomeS • Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms • Attached garages included • Beautiful area • Starting at $505 Income restrictions apply. 507-864-7880 • Rushford, MN www.paramark.us

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NEW WELL

$49,900

416 GROVE ST. NE, CHATFIELD

$134,900

#4053416

416 RIVER ST SW, CHATFIELD

• 2 Bedroom • Garage with workshop • Newer furnace/CA, roof, flooring • 4 Season porch • New appliances • Finished lower level for additional room

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Main floor living • Vinyl siding • Bamboo flooring • New windows • Deck • Patio • 2nd Story master suite w/walk-in closet & den area • Move-in Condition • Short walk to downtown

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$159,900 311 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD #4057107

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 baths • 0.33 Acre • Private backyard • Brand new kitchen • Remodeled baths • New flooring • Fireplace • Vinyl windows • Upgraded Appliances • Steel siding • Deck • Storage shed • Close to School

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8.53 ACRES

$149,900 #4056987

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Full baths • Open layout • Quality windows • Steel siding • Storage Shed • New flooring throughout main level • Updated • Affordable home in Move-in Condition

$319,900

14625 COUNTY RD 142 SE, DOVER

#4052958

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

DOVER-EYOTA OR CHATFIELD SCHOOLS

• 2 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2 Car garage •1994 Ranch • Spectacular view • Secluded setting • Box stalls • Pole shed (36’ x 60’) • Pole shed (24’ x 60’) • Loafing/hay shed • Separate pastures • Chatfield schools

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$109,900 #4057271

• 3 Bedroom • 2 bath • Original woodwork • 9’ ceilings • Paneled doors • Loaded with hardwood floors • Built-ins • Pocket door • Replacement windows • Newer roof • Upgraded furnace & central air

RENOVATED 1915 CRAFTSMAN STYLE HOME

#4054717

• 2 Bedrooms • Den • Full basement • Patio • New roof & windows • Very Economical • 2 Car garage plus extra off street parking • Well maintained • Move-in condition

313 FILLMORE ST W, PRESTON

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• 4 Bedrooms • 2 baths • 2 Car Garage • Built-ins • New windows • Open staircase • Gas fireplace • Original woodwork & hardwood floors • Leaded windows • New appliances • Totally remodeled kitchen & baths

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3 ACRES

10512 55TH ST SE, EYOTA

ALL NEW INSIDE AND OUT!

$169,900

$149,900 #4050177

• 3 Bedrooms • Hobby Farm • Attached garage • Steel siding • Deck • 15 Minutes to Rochester • Fenced pasture w/ creek • Good well & septic (2005) • Pole shed (26’-27’) • Storage shed (20-x21')

NEWLY REMODELED ACREAGE W/VIEW

104 FILLMORE ST E, WYKOFF

#4056585

• 4 Bedroom • 3 Bath • 2 Car Gar, • Fenced yard • 3,808 sq. ft. • Main Floor living • Energy efficient • Hardwood floors • Paneled doors • Open layout • Basement roughed in for bath & floor heat

LOTS AND ACREAGES FOR SALE

PRESTON – Carimona Township – Two wooded parcels containing approximately 21 acres. Ideal building site or weekend cabin site. Excellent hunting and recreational opportunities for the outdoor enthusiasts. #4056711 $89,900. $224,900 CHATFIELD – APPROVED BUILDING SITE (37.01 acres) along a hard surface road only 12 #4057130 23824 COUNTY 117, PRESTON miles Southeast of Rochester. This parcel is heav• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2.81 Acres • Main floor living ily wooded and sits high on the hill overlooking the • Renovated kitchen in 2009 • Lower level family room Root River valley. Excellent hunting! #4050564 • Additional 1 bedroom guest house • Master suite $189,900. • Stick built (40’ x 60’) shed with living quarters FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the • Numerous gardens & fruit trees • Wood or Propane heat corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 TOWNHOME LOTS RACINE – Lyman’s Second Subdivision. Located in newer development on cul-de-sac street with CHATFIELD ORCHARD RIDGE LOTS – BANK OWNED city utilities, choice of builder and covenant con2 Walkout townhome lots with private backyards. This upscale neighborhood is on a paved dead end road trolled. Hurry only 3 lots available. Prices starting with city utilities. Only $20,000/each. at $19,900.

NEW LISTING

$147,500

$64,900 508 JEREMIAH ST SE, PRESTON

117 EYOTA ST W, DOVER

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421 3RD WAY SE, DOVER

NEW LISTING $209,900 26114 JASMINE DRIVE, FOUNTAIN #4057272

MAIN FLOOR LIVING

• 2 Bedroom • Main floor laundry • Hardwood floors • 5 Bedrooms • 2,807 sq. ft. • 0.29 acre corner lot

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#4049684

WONDERFUL HORSE SET-UP

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UPDATES GALORE IN THIS STUNNING COUNTRY RETREAT!

11 ACRES

385 HARRISON ST, LEWISTON

CHATFIELD 802 FILLMORE ST SE, LD

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FULLY FINISHED 2001 RANCH

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Blacktop Road. • Remodeled with tons of improvements • Barn w/lean too • 2-Garages • Workshop • Fenced pasture • Spring fed creek • New septic

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5.22 ACRES

$204,900

#4052425

1984 TOTALLY UPDATED HOME

E-mail: homes@timdanielson.com www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 867-9100 Cell: 259-9110

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• Community Room with Big Screen TV and Kitchen • Elevator • Spacious 1 Bedroom Apartments with appliances • Close to City Library, Churches, Downtown and Medical Center

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Sun & Moon Schedule

Date: SunriSe & SunSet 09/22/14 6:56am 7:04pm 09/23/14 6:57am 7:03pm 09/24/14 6:58am 7:01pm 09/25/14 6:59am 6:59pm 09/26/14 7:01am 6:57pm 09/27/14 7:02am 6:55pm 09/28/14 7:03am 6:53pm

MoonriSe & MoonSet 5:22am 6:15pm 6:21am 6:43pm 7:20am 7:11pm 8:20am 7:41pm 9:21am 8:13pm 10:22am 8:50pm 11:24am 9:31pm

Weather

Moon Phases • September • October new

Sept. 24

FirSt

oct. 1

FuLL

oct. 8

LaSt

oct. 15

by Marcus Swartzentruber Mabel, MN • Age 4

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

Preston equiPment

Sale

now thru SepteMber 27th

• 10% rebateS on all huSqvarna equipMent (over $200) • 0% intereSt up to 48 MonthS

(

qualifying applicantS

)

KingSley

Mercantile inc.

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

www.preston-equipment.com

combiNes • ‘11 9670 STS 792 hrs. • ‘10 9670 STS 1065 hrs. • ‘10 9670 STS 9670 680 hrs. • ‘09 9670 STS 1200 hrs. • ‘01 9650 STS • ‘98 9510 • ‘98 9410

corN heads • ‘12 612 C Non Chopping • ‘13 608 C Chopping • (3) ‘09 608 C Chopping • ‘12 606 C Non Chopping • ‘11 606 C Chopping • ‘10 606 C Non Chopping • ‘06 1293 12RN • (3) ‘06 643 6RN

beaN heads • ‘12 635 F • (2) ‘10 630 • ‘04 630 F

• ‘03 930 F • ‘98 925 F • ‘00 920 SOFLD

New graiN carTs •Brent SO 782LD

•Brent 1082

Used graiN carTs • Brent 1282 • Brent 644

• Kinze 800

New JohN deere TracTors • 1025R • 5100E • 6115D

• 6125R • 7250R

Used TracTors

row crop & UTiliTy

• ‘13 JD 8235R SOLD • (2) ‘12 JD 6430 MFWD IVT/673 Loader • ‘12 8235R IVT/ILS Front Duals • ‘12 8260R PJ Front Dual • ‘12 8360R IVT/ILS Front Duals • ‘09 5065E Open ST/553 • ‘06 JD 6415 MFWD 563 Loader, 6000 hrs

• ‘90 JD 4455 2W New Rubber • ‘11 9230 4x4 • JD 9200 4x4

4x4

Tillage • 09’ JD 2310 34’9 Finisher • JD 2623 VT Disc 26’ NEW • JD 630 Disc 15’ • (2) 980 FC 32’/27 1/2 / 21’ • 2720 5 Shank Ripper NEW • 512 Disc Ripper 7 Shank • 39’ JD 726 Finisher

Call on used financing specials!

• DMI 28 1/2” Tiger II Rolling Basket

Fall TenT Sale

Prices Effective In Tent Only • 8 AM - 5 PM September 25th - September 26th 2014

Red Seedless Grapes

Mann’s

Romaine Hearts

$1.99

Sleeve

Garlic

Celery

99¢

299 Lb.

1 Lb.

Cauliflower 2/

Red, Orange, Yellow

Peppers 2/

Green Seedless Grapes

H Brooks

Rutabaga

69¢ Lb.

Fresh

199 Lb.

Baby Carrots

99¢ Lb.

Green Bell Peppers 3/

Yams

Bunch

Green Top Radishes 2/

79¢ Lb.

LOCALLY GROWN

Green Cabbage

Each

Mums

49¢ Lb.

$6.99

Red Potatoes 2/

Sweet Onions

Pie Pumpkins 3/

Squash

Tomatoes

5 Lb.

89¢ Lb.

Honeycrisp Apples

159 Lb.

79¢ Lb. 159 Lb.

MacIntosh Apples

Watermelon 2/

99¢ Lb.

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

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

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