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Experience a Nightmare on First Street

By Barb Jeffers

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Paul and Regan Little stand at the entrance to a Nightmare on First Street.

Photo by Barb Jeffers

Screams will be heard in the graveyard, shrieks will echo through the haunted barn, and cries will send shivers down your spine. If this sounds like fun to you, be sure to grab your boys and ghouls and come to the third annual Nightmare on First Street: Field of Screams & Haunted Barn at 609 First Street in Fountain, Minn. this Halloween season.

After “haunting” their front yard in 2011, Paul and Regan Little began creating the spooky masterpiece in 2012 when they thought it would be a fun use of an old barn on the property.

Many hours were spent by Paul and Regan, along with their children Logan and Demery, tearing down a building and cutting walls into chunks which would be used to make the many different rooms or “scenes”

Planning Commission approves farm winery ordinance Administrator Chris Graves noted that the draft had been karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com composed using a combination After a public hearing on the of a few other county ordinances.

Farm Winery ordinance at the Annual production of wine at a Fillmore County Planning Com- farm winery can’t exceed 50,000 mission’s September 19 meeting, gallons, a limit imposed by Minthe commission voted to send nesota State Statute 340A.315. the ordinance on to the county The ordinance will govern the establishment of any farm winboard for their consideration.

The commission made some ery within the county. Dean changes to the original draft and Lisa Erickson, Preston before approving it. Zoning Township, started the ball rollBy K aren R eisner

ing to develop an ordinance for farm wineries some months ago.

During the public hearing, the Ericksons commented on parts of the draft ordinance.

Changes to the draft presented included a requirement that displays conformity to the county sign ordinance. Also, language that would have limited the number of special events and detailed the kinds of food and See planning Page 16 

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in the barn. There were almost 300 visitors with the proceeds being donated to the Fillmore County Food Shelf in 2012.

With such a large response and very little advertising, along with attendees urging the couple, the decision was made to continue in 2013 and ramp up the scariness even more. This meant more work for the Little family and many changes and upgrades have been made since last year.

The theme for Nightmare on First Street in 2013 is a traveling circus which was seeking shelter in the barn on a stormy night and none of them were ever seen again. Participants will learn the entire story prior to entering. Before reaching the Haunted Barn, one must walk through the Field of Screams which includes the “corn shock field” where there will be “scarepeople.” Also be on the lookout for the electric chair and gallows as you are walking in the dark.

Next comes the cemetery which a visitor must walk through in order to reach the haunted barn, and at this point turning around could be more dangerous than continuing on, but under no circumstances does a person want to stop as you may even see death and death will certainly see you!

Watch your step in the boneyard so you don’t trip and wind up landing in Dracula’s open casket or falling onto a fresh grave.

After making it this far the blood-curdling sounds from the barn will make the heart start pumping as you step through the door only to be greeted by a clown who may not make you feel welcome.

Thirteen circus and barn related rooms seem to go on forever while walking on straw in dark narrow passages. A magician, See NIGHTMARE Page 2 

500th career victory for Mabel-Canton volleyball coach victory. He became the 15th volleyball coach in Minnesota sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com history to achieve the milestone.

On September 3 2013, the It was an accomplishment for Mabel-Canton Cougar volley- Coach Morken, his family, the ball team took the court and Mabel-Canton volleyball proplayed SEC foe Houston. The gram, all the girls who have Cougars dispatched with the played in it, and the towns and ‘Canes 3-0 in work-woman-like families that have supported it fashion. But the night was big- over the years. And all of that, ger than just competition. With started so innocently. the win, Cougar head coach In 1993, fresh out of college , Lonnie Morken, the maestro of 22 year-old got offered a junior M-C volleyball over the past 20 varsity volleyball coaching posiyears, recorded his 500th career See M-C VOLLEYBALL Page 24 

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Paul Little states, “The HauntContinued from Page 1 ed Barn will be creepy and many scary clowns, a fortune scary and full of dark humor.” teller, trapeze artists, a lion’s Although the Haunted Barn is cage and much more await definitely spooky and frightenbefore reaching the exit -- if the ing, Paul says, “There is nothexit can be found. Those who ing we can do to scare people have been in the barn many more than their imagination” times, day and night, have a will frighten them. tough time finding the way out The proceeds for this year’s due to secret doors and hidden Nightmare on First Street will be split between the City of hallways.

A very unique aspect of Fountain’s 150th AnniverNightmare on First Street are sary celebration and the Fillthe intricately carved pumpkins more County Food Shelf. The which can be found through- entrance fee will be a minimum out the site. Over 50 carved donation of $5 per person. A pumpkins will be used and babysitting service will be availhopefully each can be noticed able for parents who feel the and appreciated while attend- Haunted Barn may be too scary ees are trying to make their for their children. way through the barn com- The Nightmare on First Street plete with a 1,200-square-foot will open its doors, caskets, and labyrinth also located in the your imagination from Friday, October 25, 2013, through haunted barn.

Paul and Regan state that Saturday, November 2, 2013, after participants “escape” from from 7 to 10 p.m. each night. the barn there will be a lighted Pumpkin carvers will be needed trail back to the beginning. The on October 24 and 25. For fun does not end once out of more information, to volunteer, the barn, however. Stop and or to make a donation please see the witch’s cauldron while call 507-268-4306. Watch for enjoying hot chocolate and cir- photos from the Nightmare on cus popcorn. There will also be First Street which will be feaphoto opportunities with scary tured in an upcoming issue of scenes perfect for picture tak- the Fillmore County Journal.

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Chatfield responds to complaints of vehicle noise

By Karen Reisner Several Chatfield residents have complained about the loud noises created by large trucks as they enter the city from the south. At the city council’s September 23 meeting the council approved the placement of signs which declare “Vehicle Noise Laws Enforced.”

A request will be submitted to MnDOT to install the signs along Highway 52 at the north and south ends of the city, along Highway 30 at the west end of the city, and along Highway 74 at the east end of the city. A resolution was adopted that states that the city will enforce Minnesota Statute 169.69 (Muffler) and Minnesota Statute 169.693 (Motor Vehicle Noise Limits).

The total cost of the four signs is $813. The city pays for each sign when it is first installed and MnDOT replaces any sign that is damaged.

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Chief Shane Fox explained that the software is LETG which is out of the Twin Cities. LETG software is being used by 200 law enforcement departments and 30 counties in the state.

Fox said the software will give the department an office and mobile component allowing information to be received in squad cars, which should improve efficiency of officers.

Communication and the sharing of information between departments will be improved.

The new, upgraded software will cost approximately $29,000. The software the city currently has was budgeted to be replaced this year. Fox said they have had that software for 10 years and have never been happy with it.

Sewer Line Repairs Darryl Haner, wastewater treatment plant superintendent, explained that of the 12 fixes scheduled for 2013, five have been completed. The remaining repairs on the priority list went out for bid to five companies. The lowest bid that bid all the work

was offered by Visu-Sewer for $33,516.25.

Haner noted that it had originally been estimated that all the work for the 12 repairs would cost about $100,000.

It looks like the work can be completed for about 60 percent of that.

The Visu-Sewer bid was accepted. Haner said the sewer line repair process makes the pipes as durable as PVC and could last 50 to 75 years. The work on the last of the 12 repairs will likely wait until after the first of the year until the ground is frozen.

Other Business In Brief •Councilor Robert Pederson reporting for the Public Services Committee said they discussed the city’s limit on dogs and cats allowed per household. It was suggested the issue go to Planning and Zoning.

Mayor Russ Smith said the city may be too restrictive.

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Chatfield Public Schools is starting a The goals of the 1:1 are to: 1:1 program using the Apple iPad Mini program Enhance and accelerate learning

Leverage technology for individualizing instruction Promote collaboration Increasing student engagement Strengthen the 21st Century skills necessary for future success Chatfield Public Schools is creating a seamless and dynamic educational experience in the classroom for students in grades 4 through 8.

Chatfield social studies teacher Adam Archer spent the past 2 years teaching at the Stella Maris English Medium School in Mailisita (Tanzania).

During that time, he coordinated the transfer of 4 laptops from the Chatfield School District that were scheduled for decommissioning to his school where they were put to good use supporting the learning of Mr. Archer's 3rd and 4th grade students who were eager for the new technology. Thank you to Mr. Archer for his service abroad and to Damon Lueck (Technology Director) for his role in making this happen.

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Advanced Placement Biology students study cells from the inside out. By creating a giant model of an animal cell three meters in diameter, students are able to climb inside and see how each organelle relates in size, shape, and number to the rest of the cell using actual scaled dimensions.

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, September 30, 2013

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C ommentary Throw us a bone

By Eric Leitzen Yes, it’s time once again for me to talk about those confusing young whippersnappers born between 1981 and the year 2000. I know it seems like I harp on this a lot, but as an unofficial representative from this age Eric Leitzen group, I figure I might as well write what I know. So fire up your iPhones and get ready to totally, like, LOL, because we’re going in.

This time, we’ll talk about Millennials in the workplace…or not, as the case often is. Yes, while it’s not quite as bad as some other countries (The pain in Spain stays mainly between 50-60 percent for youth unemployment) we still have significant numbers of unemployment and, most crucially, underemployment for America’s youth.

If we run the numbers, May 2013 clocked in at 3.2 million

unemployed, which is about 3 percent of the total population and hovering around 30 percent for the age group. For reference, unemployment rates for the whole country never got above 25 percent during the Great Depression. There are several thoughts as to why this is the case, from both sides of the aisle, but it is what it is. Teenagers can’t get those classic teenager jobs, and twenty-somethings are begging for them. Situations like this make people frustrated, maybe even angry, but let’s take a quick look inside the mind of your average Millennial and see how it all breaks down.

There is a lot of ire, and some well-deserved criticism, about how the Millennials were raised in the “everybody gets a trophy” environment. As such, I’ve heard a lot leveled at me and my own that we expect too much too fast, and that we have far too much of a sense of entitlement.

While that is certainly true in some cases, I think there is a far more difficult answer to this

phenomenon in others.

Humans can be fairly simple animals. We like to be rewarded; it makes us feel good. We like to be told when we do something right, and often get something for our hard work. It is what we heard all the time growing up: work hard, pay your dues, study, keep your nose clean, and you’ll get rewarded. With that, of course, came the other side of the argument: slack off, get in trouble, fail out of school, and you will be punished. It’s a fairly simple setup, and possibly the sort of setup that formed a foundation of this country. Generations prior expected that there would be room for advancement and earning potential at whatever job they took, and if there wasn’t - well, that was their fault for choosing a dead-end job.

So what happens when a group continues to do good, but no reward comes? More than that, what happens when a group continues to do what they have been doing...and there is no response whatsoever? Imagine the confusion: we haven’t been doing anything different, and if pressed

Guest Commentary: David Williams

By MonicaRuth and Robert Hatch, Lanesboro, MN Even without reading the news article attacking David Williams, the reflective responses to it compel us to elevate resolving life issues less toxically and more harm o n i o u s l y, especially as MonicaRuth and they affect the Robert Hatch Earth, home to us all. Grappling with issues needs to stay focused and not devolve into distractions such as personal attacks. These become Editorial Cartoon

heavy energies which impede movement toward resolution.

We want to remind people that all life is vibration and energy, based on the common denominator of atomic motion, and therefore all states of being and activities relate to each other as harmony or disharmony, creation or disintegration.

Uniquely, humans can choose to live creatively or destructively.

Our words are extensions of our positive or negative impact on the world. The very phonetics of words portrays this. The word “assert” sounds its meaning, to impose. It begins with a

gentle “a”, is thrust forward via its double “ss” and ends abruptly with the “ert”. Like a hammer driving a nail! The word “determine” comes off the tongue more balanced, like its meaning, to resolve. Each of its three syllables “de” “ter” “mine” have similar weight with the middle given slight emphasis. Like choosing an integrative design. Therefore self-assertion is much different than self-determination, in both intent and results. One denotes separateness the other oneness.

So, words really matter!

The word “determine” describes how we think living through mindful and consid-

we’ll be told we haven’t been doing anything wrong…so why aren’t we being rewarded? And if we’re not being rewarded, why aren’t we being punished? We’re not looking for a handout or to be “rewarded” a job title beyond our experience. We’re looking for a little feedback so we know what to fix, what to change, and what to keep on doing. After so many years of rules and expectations, to hear nothing is almost deafening.

Try to think of it this way the next time Millennials make the news. Our age group was one of the first raised on the current system of constant assessment good, bad, or otherwise, we were continuously given benchmarks for behavior and standards, and told where we fit. We were also the first generation to have “helicopter parents” who were always there, also giving constant feedback. Curiously, the flow of feedback has all but dried up, and we are parched for response, regardless of whether it’s positive or negative. We just want to make sure that someone out there is listening. Think of us ered resolutions results in cooperative living on the planet. This thinking is supported by the depiction of earth in the documentary film “Home”, by Yann Arthus- Bertrand, presented at the St. Mane Theater Friday the 20th. We are all part of an integrated biosphere on this home world. Many of us are waking to the realization that some of humanity’s attitudes and ways are destructive of earth, our home, and therefore destructive of ourselves. Every toxic human activity requires intelligent, positive dialog toward the self-preservation all have a right to. Fracking is one of those toxic activities and must be addressed constructively by all voices because all are affected. Fracking is self-assertion by a few threatening self-determination by the many.

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like the Baby Boomers in the 60s, just as frustrated and craving to be heard. At this point, even someone telling us we’ve done everything wrong would be a welcome relief, because then there would be somewhere to go.

Right now, we’re just 3.2 million puppies expecting either a Beggin’ Strip or a rolled up newspaper, and those in charge seem too busy watching Duck Dynasty to care whether we do a backflip or make a mess on the carpet. That’s no way to train someone, or something, particularly not the generation that’s going to decide your nursing home.

Government this week •Tuesday, October 1, Houston School Board meeting, 5:30p.m.

• Tuesday, October 1, Ostrander City Council meeting, Community Center, 6p.m.

• Tuesday, October 1, Rushford Village City Council meeting, Community Center, 7p.m.

• Tuesday, October 1, Fillmore County Commissioners meeting, Courthouse, 9a.m.

• Thursday, October 3, Fountain City Council meeting, City Office, 7:30p.m.

• Monday, October 7, Lanesboro City Council meeting, City Hall, 5:30p.m.

• Monday, October 7, Preston City Council meeting, Council Chambers, 6p.m.

Schedule subject to change.

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C ommentary national importance should be hashed out — missed its chance to lead a reasoned national debate over how extensive we want surveillance over Americans’ communications to be.

It’s unlikely that genie can ever again be forced back into its bottle.

Yet even the director of national intelligence, James Clapper — who once denied point-blank to Congress that the government collects data on millions of Americans — now sees the need for some sort of change. “We can do with more oversight and give people more confidence in what we do,” he said in a mid-September speech.

Yes, indeed. Here’s the problem: once given power, the government rarely yields it. So you have to think not only about its present use, but how it will be used a decade or even more from now. Even if you concede that the current administration and its intelligence leadership have been responsible stewards

of the powers they’ve been given — and I don’t — that is no guarantee that the people who follow them, or the people who come after that, will be equally trustworthy.

This means that Congress has some challenging work ahead.

It needs to restore the proper balance between effective intelligence-gathering and intrusion into Americans’ privacy.

It needs to demand more thoroughgoing accountability from the intelligence community. It needs to exercise greater oversight and insist on more transparency, more information, and more constraint on surveillance programs — defining what is truly relevant to an investigation, creating more stringent definitions of which communications are fair game, and finding ways to assure Americans that protecting their privacy and civil liberties need not mean the wholesale vacuuming-up of every domestic phone and email record in existence.

There is no place for the timidity Congress has shown so far on these issues.

Our system depends on a vig-

orous Congress. The administration argues that it can provide rigorous intelligence-gathering oversight, but it has yet to prove it can do so — and in our system of checks and balances, it’s not enough to have one branch of government overseeing itself.

Congress, the courts, and the presidentially appointed Privacy and Civil Liberties Board all have to step up to their responsibilities.

Americans should demand action to strike a better balance between privacy and security. In the past, the congressional overseers of the intelligence community have been captivated, if not captured, by the people they’re supposed to be supervising.

Same with the courts. And the administration has hardly been forthcoming. That means it’s up to the American people to insist that our leaders do their jobs. It’s no less true today than it was at our founding: the price of liberty is eternal vigilance.

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.

eration.”

The presentation of the sword from Orval Amdahl to Tadahiro Motomura was more than a ceremony. This event reflected a time to start mending wounds and bring closure to a time when America and Japan were at war.

Some people, especially those of us not born prior to 1941, may not realize the significance of this ceremony. Our more recent references to war are quite different from what our nation’s people experienced in WWII. In the years past, we went to war with other countries. We battled against Germany and Japan in World War II, and have since found ourselves at war in Korea, Vietnam, Kuwait, Iraq, and Afghanistan -- just to name a few. Today, we fight wars against those who claim no homeland. The terrorists (our

enemies) of today are domestic and foreign-born, and they are not tied to any geography.

And, while I would hope that we would have evolved as a human race since our many wars of the past, we continue to find ourselves at war with others. I guess we haven’t learned anything as a human race.

My guess is that 99 percent of the world’s population hopes for peace, yet there is a onepercent faction that continues to hold us hostage to war.

We see it in the news nearly every week. Last week, there was a massacre in a shopping mall in Nairobi, Kenya, where more than 50 people were murdered and hundreds were injured by a terrorist group. This can happen anywhere in the world. And, how we define war today can be as elusive as one man murdering vulnerable and innocent children and teachers at Sandy

Hook Elementary or two brothers igniting homemade pressure cooker bombs at the Boston Marathon.

The sad truth is that war wounds last for generations yet to be born. Despite our history books telling us who won which war, there is never a winner.

There are casualties, emotional and physical, on both sides.

What people see in times of war can never be erased; often only suppressed. War wounds have permanence beyond a single generation.

So, when Orval Amdahl met with Tadahiro Motomura on the International Day of Peace to present the samurai sword, a souvenir became an heirloom, and we began to find a little bit of peace with honor from a war that concluded more than 68 years ago.

If only we could find more peace.

What congress needs to do about the NSA

By Lee H. Hamilton Washington is beginning to debate the proper extent of government eavesdropping powers in the wake of Edward S n o w d e n ’s revelations about the NSA. It’s hardly as robust a discussion as it Lee H. should be, Hamilton but it’s a desperately needed start.

The colossal effort to monitor Americans’ communications has been going on for at least seven years, under two presidents. It constitutes an expansion of government power without precedent in the modern era. Yet while some members of Congress were informed about it — and all had the opportunity to learn — none saw an urgent need for public discussion. This is astounding. It took the actions of a leaker to spur any real airing of the matter on

Capitol Hill.

Even now, it seems unlikely that Congress will make significant policy changes. That’s because all the nation’s key actors and institutions appear to approve of the surveillance programs. By its silence, Congress clearly supported them.

Presidents Bush and Obama backed them. The intelligence community, a powerful voice on national security issues, has resolutely defended them. The courts that are supposed to keep them in line with the Constitution have been deferential to national security authorities, raising a few questions from time to time, but in the end approving all but a handful of tens of thousands of data-gathering requests.

And the American people, by their lack of widespread outrage, have signaled that in this one case, at least, they believe the government can be trusted to keep us safe.

In short, Congress — the forum where issues of such

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War wounds

By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal Cell: 507-251-5297 jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com It was a sobering experience.

An opportunity to reflect on our past and our present.

Attending the “Return of the Sword” ceremony on Saturday, Jason Sethre

September 21, 2013, at the Como Park Zoo and Conversatory made me think about how things were back when Orval Amdahl served as a Marine Captain during World War II versus the wars we wage today.

Born in the early 1900s, Orval lived through The Great Depression, far worse than our recent recession, and then went on to fight for his country against another country that had attacked our nation in 1941. There is a reason Orval is part of “The Greatest Gen-

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The one-evening class will be held on Thursday, October 10 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. on the lower level of Winneshiek Medical Center. The Siblings Class at Winneshiek Medical Center will focus on new baby behavior, how older siblings can help their parents, their

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Lanesboro School Board approves preliminary levy

By Jade Sexton During their regular meeting on September 19, the Lanesboro School Board members approved the preliminary 2013 payable 2014 tax levy at the maximum amount.

Superintendent Jeff Boggs explained the total levy is $336,776.08, but they are still waiting for approval for more. This amount is a 23 percent decrease from last year. Even

with the addition of more money, Boggs said the amount will still be a significant decrease.

The levy amount cannot be increased, but it can be lowered.

The final budget and levy will be approved in December.

Boggs also presented the school board with the Annual Report on Curriculum and Instruction.

Principal Brett Clarke had put

the report together and it is now posted on the school website.

Boggs said the report discusses some of the district’s goals, including preparing students for lifelong learning. “We need to develop good citizens,” said Boggs. “We’re here to teach kids how to learn.”

The MCA (Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment) test scores were all above the average for the

state. Boggs said reading has always been strong in Lanesboro. Math is an area that needs some improvement, but the scores are getting better. He added the MCA tests are not only a measuring stick, but a useful tool for teachers, as they can look at the tests and see in which areas the students need improvement.

The school board was able to see

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the new greenhouse that is finished and ready to go. Boggs said the greenhouse will be used for horticulture classes, as well as science FFA students. “I’m excited to have kids out here growing things,” he said.

Other Business The board approved the contract for Kristi Ruen as Ag and FFA instructor.

The October meeting was moved to Tuesday, October 15 at 7 p.m.

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Obituaries Wanda Alice Eide Wanda Alice Eide, 88 of Peterson, Minn. died Saturday, September 21, 2013 at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, Wis. surrounded by her family.

Wanda was born October 23, 1924 in Peterson to Joseph and Mary (Lindberg) Johnson. She graduated from Peterson High School and on December 8, 1944 she married Frederick “Fritz” Eide. They were dairy/turkey farmers for many years in the Peterson area. Wanda worked at Rush Products and was a member of North Prairie Lutheran Church and its WELCA. She was also a Luther League Advisor.

Wanda enjoyed cooking, canning, birds, flowers, fishing, crafts, embroidery and cats. She had a great mechanical knowledge, especially for a woman of her generation. Family was everything to her and she especially loved traveling with them.

Wanda loved when the grandchildren came to visit and she even had a special candy drawer for them and there were always cookies waiting.

She is survived by two sons, David (Theone) Eide of Utica, Minn. and Donald (Diane) Eide of Peterson; one daughter, Julie (James Stevens) Eide of Rushford, Minn.; four grandchildren,

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Nathan (Heather) Eide of Two Harbors, Minn., Kristin Eide of St. Paul, Minn. Danessa (Tony Noyes) Eide of Cold Spring, Minn. and Dalton (Courtney Scheevel) of Dover, Minn.; three great-grandchildren; sister-inlaw, Isabelle Johnson and many nieces and nephews.

Wanda was preceded in death by her husband Fritz in 2004; two brothers and one sister.

A funeral service was on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at North Prairie Lutheran Church with the Reverend Janet Warnes officiating. Burial followed at North Prairie Lutheran Cemetery.

Melford C. “Mel” Haugstad Melford C. “Mel” Haugstad, age 82, of Preston, Minn., died Monday morning, September 16, 2013, at Rochester Methodist Hospital.

Mel Haugstad was born November 15, 1930, to Martin and Clara Melford C. (Ike) Haug- “Mel” Haugstad stad and grew up on a farm south of Spring Grove, Minn., first attending a small rural elementary school.

Following the poverty of the Depression years and the rationing of the war years, his father fell into poor health such that

Mel and his older brother Howard became even more responsible for the farm work.

Mel graduated from Spring Grove High School in 1948. To obtain funding for college later, he worked on local farms from 1948-1951, especially that of his uncle Melvin Ike (who was like a second father), until enlisting in the US Naval Air Corps in November 1951 during the Korean War (knowing his farm deferment from the draft would expire). During those summers of 1948-1951 he played center fielder for Blackhammer in the Houston County men’s league.

In the Navy he became plane captain on P2V bombers, operating out of Oak Harbor near Seattle, but including two 6-month overseas stints based in Okinawa and Japan, and a final “good will” tour of US forces across Australia. He was honorably discharged in November of 1955, then served in the Navy Reserves for another 12 years based out of the military airport adjacent to MSP International.

In his early adult life Mel also was venerated in pool and bowling circles. In January of 1956 he enrolled at the University of Minnesota in the Fish and Wildlife Program, continuing through October of 1957, whereupon he was hired by the Minnesota Conservation Department (which later became the DNR) as a fisheries biolo-

The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week. gist. He initially operated out of sites in St. Paul, Minn. but conducted studies on streams and lakes throughout the state. From this work he became known as the author of a heavily cited Minnesota fisheries guide of that era. On September 27, 1958, Mel was married to Lavonne (Vonnie) Stenberg at Arndahl Lutheran Church in rural Grove City, Minn. (near Litchfield, Minn.), having dated as college students, Vonnie attending Augsburg.

After several years of rental living and the birth of three sons, their first house was in Cottage Grove, Minn. (19631969) where Mel coached PeeWee league baseball for his eldest son’s team.

In September 1969 he was

assigned the fisheries manager position for seven counties in southeastern Minnesota, operating out of Lanesboro, while establishing a new home in Preston, Minn. (motivated by its exceptional schools). He remained in that position until retiring from the DNR in 1990. After many years of participation in Trout Unlimited, Mel formed the Minnesota Trout Association (MTA) in 1997 and wrote its newsletter until spring of 2013.

Beginning in his teens and lasting throughout life, Mel was above all an avid outdoor sportsman, and statistician thereof, meticulously logging many thousands of hours of fishing. This included trout while walking the See OBITUARIES Page 9 

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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..……………..Sundays - 10:30am 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 Prairie Lutheran Church.……………….Sundays -9:00am 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 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 New Life Victory Church……………………………Sundays - 9:30am 440 2nd Avenue Southeast, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3525 Newburg United Methodist Church 3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24 North Prairie Lutheran.……………………………Sundays - 10:30am 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 ………………..Sundays - 8:30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -2503 R iver Of Life Regional Church 220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853 Root Prairie Lutheran Church ……………………Sundays - 10:30am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4455 Root R iver Church of the Brethren ………………Sundays - 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

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streams of southeast Minnesota; walleye, crappie and sunfish from his motorboat, primarily on Many Point Lake (Whaley’s resort near Park Rapids, Minn., a family vacation site for 37 years); and, beginning in 2001, redfish and flounder (and an occasional shark) in the Gulf of Mexico from pier or shore during winter stays as a “visiting angler”, by which he also became known as a frequent poster to the Gulf Shores (Alabama) Forum.

Mel was moreover an accomplished hunter of duck, pheasant, grouse and deer over a period of several decades. Keeping with the theme of sport, Mel closely followed Minnesota professional, collegiate and high school teams (football, baseball, basketball).

He was active in the Republican Party caucus for many years, and was a member of the American Legion. He belonged to Christ Lutheran Church in Preston and sang in church choirs most of his adult life. In his youth he played the trombone; music continued to be prominent in each period of his life, including performances by his wife (organist), sons and extended family.

Mel is survived by his wife, Vonnie; three sons and daughters-in-law, Jeffrey (Julie), Kevin (Jami) and Greg (Laurie); seven grandchildren, Emma, Chad, Ashley (Brandon), Kyle, Alex,

Nicholas and Zachary Haugstad; two step-grandchildren, Emily and Jacob Snyder; one great grandchild, Ethan; sisterin-law, Janice Haugstad; and a niece and two nephews. Mel was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Howard; and sister, Catherine Afseth.

A memorial service will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, October 5, 2013, at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston with Rev. David Jore officiating. Burial of his ashes will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis. Friends may call at Thauwald Funeral Home in Preston 6 - 8 p.m., Friday, October 4, and an hour before the services on Saturday.

The family prefers memorials be given to the National Trout Center in Preston or Christ Lutheran Church.

Marjorie Darnella Ivey-Olson Marjorie Darnella Ivey-Olson, 85, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2013, at the Chosen Valley Care Center A pa r t ment s in Chatfield, Minn. of cancer.

Marjorie Darnella Ivey was born Marjorie August 25, Darnella Ivey1928, in Ivan, Olson Fla., to Henry and Daisy Ivey. She attended school through

Monday, September 30, 2013 the eighth grade. On May 16, 1945, she married Henry Olson in Tallahassee, Fla. The couple settled in Lanesboro, Minn.

Marjorie was a housewife and Henry was employed with the state game and fishery. Henry passed away on Nov. 4. 1997.

In 2002, Marjorie married Jerry Gunderson in Mabel, Minn.; they later divorced.

Marjorie loved her family, and enjoyed cooking. She also enjoyed traveling with her exhusband, Jerry.

She is survived by one son and two daughters, Pat (Curt) Olstad of Rochester, Minn. Ron (Chris) Olson of Lanesboro and Sherry (Wayne) Kingsbury of Brownsville, Minn.; six grandchildren, Richard (Gigi) Olstad I of Nebraska, Randy Olstad of Tennessee, Naomi (Eric) Peterson of Wisconsin, Mike (Toni) Olson of Minnesota, Wendy (Doug) Haberman of Wisconsin and Steven Kingsbury of Minnesota; five great-grandchildren, Richard (Phuong) Olstad II and Brandon (Michelle) Olstad both of Nebraska, Ally and Cortnee Peterson both of Wisconsin and Amy Haberman of Wisconsin; one great-great-grandchildren, Gabrielle Olstad of Nebraska; one sister, Shirley Reynolds of New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; a brother, Larry (Marion) Ivey of Mission Viejo, Calif.; two stepsisters, Mary Ella Ivey and Irene Ivey both of Florida; a brotherin-law, Vernon Olson; and a sister-in-law, Verna Haugen.

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She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Daisy Ivey, husband, Henry M. Olson and a sister.

Funeral service was on Thursday, September 26, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro, with the Rev. Kerry officiating.

Robert Duane Olson Robert Duane Olson, 73, of Lanesboro, Minn. died Tuesday, September 24, 2013, at his home of natural causes.

Robert was born June 20, 1940, in L a nesboro, to Oscar and Lillian (Peter- Robert Duane Olson son) Olson.

He graduated from Lanesboro

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High School in 1958. On September 22, 1962, he married Angeline Hilden in Lanesboro.

She passed away June 6, 1986.

On July 27, 1991, he married Nancy Hall in Deadwood, S.D., and they later divorced.

Robert was a farmer. He enjoyed mowing and farming.

He is survived by a daughter, Laurie Benson of Rochester, Minn.; two grandchildren, Ben and Gabby Benson of Rochester; and one brother, Orrin (Marcia) Olson of Lanesboro.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Angeline.

A memorial service was on Friday, September 27, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro, with the Rev. Kerry Eversole officiating.

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By Paul Trende At the beginning of the season, Fillmore Central volleyball coach Denise Case stated that her talented squad, one that had posted 20-plus victories the past two seasons but hadn’t made it beyond the Sub-Section semifinals, could no longer hang their hats on being a ‘young’ team. The junior and senior-laden Falcons needed to play like an ‘experienced’ team. Through just about a month of the volleyball season, they’d looked every bit the part of experienced. They beat #10 in Class AA Chatfield 3-0. They went to Wabasha and downed W-K 3-0, and then took second in W-K’s Veteran’s Invite (both losses to AAA Rosemount). A week later, FC traveled to Burnsville for the Class A Showcase, a tournament composed of not just some of the best teams in Class A, but most of the best teams. FC was the best.

Seven ranked Class A schools were among the 16 that competed in the two-day tourney, #1 Southwest Christian, #4 WinE-Mac, #5 Mabel-Canton, #7 Nevis, the 8th ranked Falcons, #9 Wabasha-Kellogg, and #10 Tracy-Milroy-Balatan. When all was said and done, Fillmore Central had beaten four of the seven.

They own victories over five of the seven (W-K). They’ll likely play the 6th (M-C). They can’t play themselves. In Pool Play, FC split with Mayer Lutheran 1-1 (24-26, 25-16), but got the win (scored more points in defeat). They beat Dawson-Boyd 2-0 (25-16, 25-15) before taking on #7 Nevis. FC swept the Tigers 2-0 (25-22, 25-14). The 3-and-0 Friday earned the Falcons their pool’s top seed. They moved on to Saturday action in

the championship bracket (best of three). In the quarterfinals, they beat Tracy-Milroy-Balaton 2-1 (25-18, 22-25, 15-9). They then took on the top ranked undefeated Southwest Christian Stars and caused them to supernova 2-0 (28-26, 25-18). It put the Falcons in the finals versus another undefeated, the 19-0 #4 ranked Win-E-Mac Patriots.

The Falcons won the revolution though, 2-0 (25-11, 25-18). They were crowned champions of the premier in-season Class A tournament in the state.

Taylor Case, FC’s most dominant hitter and best all-around player, was named tournament MVP (led FC with 51 kills, 58 digs, 98 percent serving, 98 percent serve receive). Setter Morgan Malley (139 assists) and OH Tori Peterson (37 kills, 8 aces) were also named to the All-Tournament team. The experienced, talented, and athletic Falcons are now 16-2 on the season. They are the #1 ranked team in Class A. All six of the teams they beat, are ranked in the top 15. The Falcons are tied with Chatfield (5-0) atop the 3-Rivers.

The Mabel-Canton Cougars, meanwhile, may have played FC in the finals had it not been for the ACT’s. M-C also went 3-0 in the Friday pool portion of their tournament with their seniors. They beat Henning (25-19, 25-23), Canby (25-10, 25-10), and New Life Academy of Woodbury (2511, 25-20). But Belle Sand, Lydia Geving, Carly McCabe, Sara Lind, and Christine Lee were then absent Saturday, taking the college entrance test. M-C went 1-2.

Using juniors and underclassmen, they did down section adversary W-K 2-0 (25-20, 25-22). But the Cougars ran into powers Nevis (semifinals) and Southwest Christian (3rd place game) and bowed

2-0 each time (12-25, 12-25 and 11-25, 13-25). It was their first two losses of the season. They are 19-2 (7-0 in SEC). Chatfield competed in the Class AA portion (see below).

Shutdown Gophers Shut-out FC It is about as simple a formula as you can get on the football field. If you don’t allow any points to be scored on you, you really can’t lose. For the third consecutive week, and quarters 11-14, the Chatfield Gopher defense blanked an opponent. Jeff Johnson’s (3-1) crew trekked to Fillmore Central (2-1) and methodically dominated the Falcons. The Gophers first drive went 72 yards on 18 plays, taking 9:14 off the clock. A Jake Neis 1-yard plunge made it 7-0. That’s all Chat needed. The Falcons were held to under 100 yards of offense with four turnovers (3 fumbles, INT). FC had only one really strong series, a 16-play, 62-yard, five first down drive in the third quarter, one that ended with an INT. Other than that, Chatfield allowed just two first downs.

Offensively, Nate Skare (28-yard FG) and Neis (29-yard run) had second quarter scores, Skare (12yard run) and sophomore QB/ RB Aaron Paulson (4-yard run) fourth quarter scores. The final was Chatfield 31, FC 0. The Gopher ground attack tallied over 300 yards. Neis (17 for 116, 2 TDs), Alex Bradt (10 for 69 yards), Skare (7-52 yards, TD), and Alex Haffner (8 for 49 yards) all contributed. Senior McKinnen Stone led FC’s ground game with 43 yards (but he fumbled three times, losing one). Junior Dylan Bathke was impressive on the Falcon’s one great drive. He finished with 34 yards on 9 carries. FC is 2-2 in the SFA Blue.

Chatfield is 4-1 and trails R-P

and Caledonia (4-0).

Holding Serve at Home It doesn’t happen too often that three county volleyball teams each have a pair of home games during a given week. It thus hasn’t happened too often that all three defended their home courts.

That’s what happened the week of September 16. The R-P Trojans hosted Houston on Monday. R-P had good early leads in each of the first two sets (8-2 and 10-2), only for the ‘Canes to rally, getting to 17-16 and 19-19 respectively.

R-P closed from there for 25-18 and 25-23 wins. Houston then took an early big lead in game three (11-2), only for R-P to tie the contest at 19, and prevail 25-23 for the 3-0 sweep. Kendra Crawford’s serving was integral in the game one and three victories.

She was 13-14 with 5 aces plus 11 digs. Sierra McNamer and Keela Brand (7 kills each) led R-P on the attack. For Houston, Abbey Loken was the standout, leading her squad in kills (12) and digs (11). Natalie King had 5 kills and 3 blocks.

Thursday saw Kingsland travel to Rushford. The theme was the same as Monday’s contest. The Trojans built leads (17-10, 15-9, and 19-13), only for Kingsland to frenziedly rally. All games were tied late (at 21, 21, and 23). R-P pulled out all three sets 25-21, 25-21, and 25-23. Crawford’s serving was again vital. She was 14-14 with 4 aces whilst scoring the final points in each of the first two games. She added 18 digs. Keela Brand had 16 digs (11 in game two). McNamer (12 kills, six in game one) and freshman Brianna Koop (8 kills) led the Trojans on the attack. Reann Kimbal (9 kills) and Brianna Musel (6 kills, 14 digs) led the Knights. R-P is 2-3 in the 3-Rivers, 8-6 overall. Kingsland is 0-5, 3-8.

Fillmore Central and Chatfield

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Class A Titans

each also went 2-0 at home. FC first played Southland, and the Rebels didn’t make it to 25 in the three games combined (259, 25-4, 25-11). Leah Scheevel (10 kills), Taylor Case (10 kills), and Morgan Malley (5 kills, 21 assists, 9 digs) were the leaders of a tremendous team effort.

They then played St. Charles and the Saints barely made it to 25 total (25-10, 25-5, 25-13). Tori Peterson (11 kills), Scheevel (11 kills), Case (8 kills, 11 digs), and Malley (33 assists) led the way.

Chatfield, meanwhile, marched thru the Saints (25-13, 25-15, 25-12). Brook Irish (12 kills), Kirsten Keefe (7 kills, 7 digs), and a versatile Sheridan Salisbury (4 kills, 5 assists, 7 digs, 13-13 serving, 2 aces, 1.5 blocks) were big. The Gophers then hosted Wabasha-Kellogg in what looked to be a big conference match-up.

However, the Gophers powered through W-K, using Irish (9 kills), Maddy Kammer (7 kills), and Keefe (7 kills, 9 digs) as offensive focal points. Sheridan and sister Gabrielle combined for 6 kills, 26 assists, 10 digs, and 3 aces.

Chatfield won game one 25-21, and game two 25-17. They then exorcized any previous demons playing the Falcons and blasted W-K 25-4 in the final game. Go online for an extended version of this story.

Football 09-20: •LeRoy-Ostrander (2-1) 15, Houston (0-3) 26 (H: Peter Jergenson 32-229, 3 TD’s rushing; Dylan Lee 14-49, TD rushing.

‘Canes scored 26-unanswered points after trailing 15-0. They are 1-2 in the SEC, 1-3 overall. Go online for more on this game.)

•Lanesboro (2-1) 33, Glenville-Emmons (0-3) 14 (Burros scored 27 first quarter points and cruised. They are 2-1 in the SEC, See SPORTS Page 11 

Taylor Case Fillmore Central Volleyball

Fillmore Central senior OH Taylor Case is A.O.T.W. On Saturday the 14th at the W-K tourney, Case became the first FC player to top 1,000 career kills. On Saturday the 21st, the 5’11” Taylor led the now 16-2 Falcons to the Class A Showcase championship, earning tournament M.V.P. honors. She’s just one of the reasons FC is now the #1 team in Class A. Photo by Paul Trende

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The Fillmore Central Falcon varsity volleyball team poses with their first place trophy after winning the Class A Showcase. They are (left to right, front row) Shelby Ebner, Tayah Barnes, Sara Schultz, Larissa Armstrong, Morgan Malley, (back row) Leah Scheevel, Sammi Bakke, Paige Bennett, Kaitlynn Aug, Taylor Case, and Tori Peterson.

Photo by Paul Trende

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3-1 overall) •#2 in 9-man Grand Meadow 49 (3-0), M-C (1-2) 8 (M-C: Hunter Johnson 19-73 rushing; Noah Manning 13-70 rushing; Mitch Kuhn rushing TD. GM: Trenton Bliefus 11-17, 191 yards, 4 TD’s passing, rushing TD; Landon Jacobson 16-132, 2 TD’s rushing; Cody Ojulu 4-117, 3 TD’s receiving. Cougar’s records drop to 1-2, 1-3) •Kingsland 8 (0-4), #6 in A R-P (3-0) 42 (R-P: Alex Vix 180 total yards offense, rushing TD, receiving TD, 80-yard KOR TD. Trojans are 4-0 and sit atop SFA Blue with 4-0 Caledonia. Knights are 0-5.)

Volleyball 09-16: •Kingsland 3, L-O 0 • 25-16, 25-23, 25-20 (K: B. Musel 7 kills, 9 digs; Rialie Fenske 17 digs; Megan Back/Hannah Pruter 8 assists each) •#5 in A M-C 3, Caledonia 0 • 25-17, 25-13, 25-23 (M-C: B. Sand 16 kills, 13 digs, 4 aces; L. Geving 12 kills, 16 digs, 4 aces; C. McCabe 35 assists, 9 digs; S. Lind 8 kills, 2 blocks.

In the final year of the Caledonia-MC, Luther Alum’s Scott Koepke-Lonnie Morken series, Cougars claw through Warriors.

The schools were 3-3 versus each other over the 6-year tilt. The set record in those matches was M-C 12, Caledonia 12. Next season, the SEC welcomes Randolph to the conference and the Cougars will cede Caledonia from their schedule. Go online for more.)

09-17: •#5 in A M-C 3, Hope Lutheran 0 • 25-9, 25-8, 25-9 (M-C: L. Geving 11 kills, 6 digs, 3 aces; B. Sand 9 kills; Christine Lee 10 digs, 9 aces; S. Lind 5 kills, 4 blocks; C. McCabe 28 assists, 4 kills, 7 digs) •Spring Grove 3, Lanesboro 1 • 18-25, 20-25, 26-24, 17-25 (L: Regan Howerton 6 kills, 4 blocks; Steph Erickson 19 assists, 6 digs; Kaia Hongerholt/Alexis Jorgenson 5 kills each. Burros are 1-6 in league/overall) 09-19: •Hope Lutheran 0, Houston 3 • 25-15, 25-21, 25-16 (H: A. Loken 8 kills, 2 aces; Kelly Jerviss 7 kills; N. King 6 kills, 3 blocks; Alexa Horihan 13 assists) •#5 in A M-C 3, Spring Grove 0 > 25-22, 25-15, 25-14 (M-C: S. Lind 10 kills, 6 blocks; B. Sand 8 kills, 15 digs; L. Geving 7 kills, 6 digs, 2 aces; C. McCabe 6 kills, 28 assists, 10 digs) 09-21: •Class AA Showcase in Burnsville (Chatfield went 2-1 in the Friday pool portion, beating Maple

Lake (25-14, 25-16), Greenway (25-22, 25-22) and losing to Belle Plaine (13-25, 19-25). The Gophers then went 0-3 in the Saturday championship bracket, losing 0-2 to Concordia-Roseville (15-25, 16-25) in the quarterfinals, 1-2 to Visitation (27-25, 20-25, 10-25), and 1-2 to Jordan (23-25, 25-12, 8-15). Gophers are 5-0 in 3-Rivers, 10-7 overall.)

•Waukon Tourney (Houston went 5-1, beating Central Elkader IA 2-0 (21-19, 21-13) and DeSoto WI 2-0 (21-14, 22-20) while losing to New Hampton IA 0-2 (17-21, 17-21) in Pool Play. Seedings for the tournament were based on defensive points allowed. Houston got seeded 8th and went to the Silver bracket.

There they beat DeSoto 2-0 (2516, 25-19) and Central Elkader 2-1 (25-27, 25-16, 15-6) to claim the Silver title. ‘Canes are 5-2 in SEC, 11-8 overall) Cross Country 09-17: •Lake City Invite (Boys Team: 1st Minnehaha Acadmey, 2nd Austin, 8th (of 8) L/FC. Top Burro-Falcons: Travis Troendle (28th). Girls Team: 1st Austin, 2nd Minnehaha Academy, 6th (of 12) L/FC. Bur-cons finally put a full team out, capitalizing on the running of Kiera Olson (7th) and Leah Ruen (23rd)).

Fillmore Central to purchase sprinkler system

By Jade Sexton The Fillmore Central football team raised $8,500 this fall by selling coupon books during their annual fundraiser. This money will be spent on a new sprinkler system for the fields.

At the regular board meeting on September 24, Athletic Director Chris Mensink expressed his thanks to the community for supporting the team, and thanked Jim Love for his offer to transport the sprinkler.

Personnel The board approved the resignation of Jessica Marzolf as ECSE paraprofessional. The resignation of paraprofessional Jill Miller was also approved, as was the resignation of custodian Nate Jones.

One of the custodial positions was terminated in order to combine it with a full-time position. John Aske was hired as a custodian, as was Donna Oellrich. Jill Miller was hired as a 4/5 preschool aide.

Winter coaching assistants were also approved, as head coaches had been approved at a previous meeting. There is

still a need for a 7th grade girls basketball assistant coach. Joe Cullen is the assistant varsity wrestling coach, Alan LaFleur assistant coach, and Paul Snell the volunteer assistant. In girls basketball, John O’Connor is in b-squad, and Kelsey Ristau for 8th grade. Andrew Pederson is assistant b-squad coach in boys basketball, with Tris Tollefson in 9th grade, Kyle Rundquist 8th grade, and Levi Olstad for 7th grade.

Other Business The board approved the preliminary 2013 payable 2014 tax levy at the maximum amount.

The final budget and levy will be approved in December.

The October meeting was changed to Tuesday, October 29 at 6:30 p.m. in Preston, Minn.

The board approved the following items: •The reimbursement of a graduate credit for a staff member •A change in the van driver pay scale •An open enrollment request for three students from the Kingsland district

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planning

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allowable methods of heating that food on the premises were deleted.

A farm winery will be able to have events on its property including wedding receptions.

Off-sale beer will not be allowed.

The winery must comply with the county’s parking regulations as spelled out in ordinance 718.

Outdoor and indoor music is allowed, but outdoor music will only be permitted between the hours of 12 p.m. and midnight on Friday and Saturday. Outdoor music will only be permitted between the hours of 12 p.m. and 9 p.m. on other days of the week.

There was considerable discussion about allowing or restricting special events at a farm winery. Duane Bakke stated that the production of wines is agricultural. Wine production on a farm winery is a compatible use within the Ag District. However, members did not want to allow restaurants in the Ag District.

The ordinance does not apply to people that produce less than 200 gallons of wine per year for their own personal use. The Ericksons plan to start out producing about 5,000 gallons per year.

Erickson said their intention was only to sell products directly produced and not items that they would have to buy and then resell.

A standard in the ordinance intended to maintain wine as the major business of a farm winery limits the sale of other items including food, beverages other than wine, and other items to no more than 35 percent of total retail sales.

There were no comments from township supervisors or anyone else from the public other than the Ericksons. The draft ordinance was approved with the changes made during the meet-

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ing. The draft ordinance was sent on to the county board.

Other Business In Brief •A short public hearing was held on the application for a wind tower CUP. Aaron and Toni Kolling, Section 19, Spring Valley Township, plan to put up a 10 KW wind turbine on a 140 foot tower. Chairman Gary Ruskell noted that the planned location of the tower was in a big field with not much around it.

There was no comment from the township supervisors or the public at the meeting. Graves noted he had one inquiry as to the size of the tower and that they had no problem with a small tower. The CUP was approved and sent on to the county board for their consideration.

•A revised draft of the Fillmore County Subsurface Sewage Treatment ordinance was discussed. Ruskell pointed out that it has to be done for the state by February 2014.

Bakke said that the MPCA really puts the rules together.

Graves said he was against going to 2006 rules which was an option. He said the draft being considered will bring us up to date with the new rules, including specific rules to accommodate the Amish for which the MPCA approved alternative standards.

Bakke asked what the difference is between the 2006 and 2008 rules. Mike Frauenkron said the only real differences are the rules for soil verification.

He said this is an important part and that they need to stay on top of it. Bakke called it ridiculous where some mound systems have been required. Frauenkron said the state doesn’t want to bend on their standards and want everywhere uniform.

A motion was made and approved to bring the subsurface sewage treatment ordinance draft to a public hearing.

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Saturday, October 12, 2013 Bake Sale & Supper at 5pm

Music at 5:30 - 6:30pm Auction with Murt at 7pm

Supper: BBQ’s & Hot Dogs, Calico Beans, Assorted Desserts, and Beverages.

Free Will Offering Raffle: Red Swedish Weaving Runner & Barn Scene Quilt. Tickets: 1 for $1, 6 for $5

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Mabel-Canton junior class brings proposal to city council

By Hannah Wingert Representatives of the MabelCanton junior class addressed the city council to ask permission to plan a 5K fundraiser event on October 19, 2013. A route has not yet been determined, but they are planning to use Steam Engine Park and several roads through the City of Mabel. The city will need to close the roads to traffic during the 5K. The juniors are planning to distribute flyers to notify residents of Mabel of the race and for publicity. City Clerk Karen Larson stated that the information could also be included in the utility bills.

The council granted the class permission.

Howie Ellis asked the council to waive the ticket he received for a burning violation. He stated that the fire was small and contained and that someone was watching it at all times. The council discussed it further and decided not to waive the fine as it would set a precedent for others.

Sean Welty and Mark Davy from Davy Engineering presented the council with the bids for the wastewater and treatment plant repair project. The bids weren’t as competitive as they would like to see, but were still acceptable. The council approved tentative award to each of the proposals recommended based on Rural Development concurrence and further review by Davy Engineering.

Jeff Harcey was present to discuss the survey done on Cherrywood

Drive. The two options available for the council to choose from to move forward with the improvements are to get easements from the property owners or platte the area. He recommended the latter option. No decision was made at this time.

Bud Aasum had previously spoken with the city about his concern for the washout right behind his home and garage. The washout was made worse by the recent flooding and heavy rains, but has been a problem for a while. Public Works Director Bob Miereau was unsure of the best method to handle the washout. The property is in a low-lying area and the surface water naturally follows that route which would make filling in the washout an impractical and shortterm solution. Fillmore County Soil and Water Conservation District Director Donna Rasmussen was present at the meeting to discuss the issue with the council and is planning to visit the property to observe the washout. The issue will be discussed further at a later date to provide time to determine some preventative measures for the washout.

The minutes from the August 14, 2013 meeting were reviewed and approved.

The council approved a motion to renew the city’s franchise agreement with Mediacom.

Mabel-Canton school’s shop teacher, Paul Tollefsrud, will be teaching a furniture class in school

this year and has volunteered the students to build new picnic tables for Steam Engine Park.

The council reviewed the proposed 2013-2014 Budget and Levy and approved the early proposal resolution. They also approved the levy proposal.

Public Works Department Director Robert Miereau suggested that the city apply for the Parks and Trails Legacy Grant to improve the playground at Steam Engine Park. The deadline to submit an application for the grant is October 25. The council decided to wait until next year to apply for the grant so more time would be available to prepare.

Miereau asked the council’s permission to add Mabel to the National Weather Center. The Center would provide weather monitoring equipment and the city would be responsible for providing weather readings to the Center. There would be no cost to the city. As Miereau and the other Public Works employees already monitor weather, it would not create extra work. The council approved the motion.

Miereau recommended moving forward with the Ash Street Project to finish fixing the plumbing.

He was able to obtain a good price quote from Generation X Construction. The project will be started in October and should last about a week. The council approved the motion.

The council approved a motion to have the west side water tower inspected.

Meeting adjourned. The next meeting will be held October 9, 2013 at 7 p.m.

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Morning coffee days on the porch are numbered, sad to say.

But as I enjoy one of the last, my mind travels back to a few weeks ago, when 10 college friends met for a 50 year reunion of our senior trip to Colorado. We traveled there in a nine passenger Ford station wagon (we sure knew what sardines in a can felt like), but we were young and foolish.

That was some trip 50 years

ago... None of us had any money to go skiing or make the trip, so we formed “Colorado or Bust Inc” and proceeded to start with bake sales, bar-b-cue sales etc.

But when that didn’t net much more than $21.65 (enough to get out of town), we decided to take more drastic measures and sell our blood (we were resourceful back then). It did net the most money and we were on our

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way!!

What a great 50 year reunion it was. No one seemed to mind that space was a little tight in the small cabin we were staying in... even when the septic system quit working (thank goodness for a port-a-potty). We may have aged (just a little - well maybe a lot) but we were all the same on the inside.

Enough nostalgia in these first few days of autumn, which officially arrived September 22.

Summer has turned into beautiful cool days and crisp nights.

Fall is such a colorful time of the year, when dressed in the changing hardwood leaves. Our southeast corner of Minnesota ranks #1, as possibly the most beautiful area!

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With the days getting shorter, the humming birds will be or have already left for Mexico and Central America. At last I can stop supporting the sugar industry! I still keep one feeder up until it freezes for that straggler hummer that might be coming through.

The fall season doesn’t last nearly long enough though. There are just so many things to enjoy, while it’s here...football and tailgating, apple pie, marching bands, bonfires, combines rolling across the corn fields, candy corn, Halloween and haunted houses, trick or

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treaters, scarecrows and we can’t forget pumpkins. Not only do pumpkins make great decorations with fun or scary faces, but they make wonderful desserts, muffins, lattes, smoothies, ice cream... mmmm...I can taste them all!

This pumpkin dessert recipe won me second place last year in the Fillmore County Journal’s “Tasty Temptations” contest...

Frost on the Pumpkin

Crust 1 1/2 C. graham cracker crumbs 1/2 C. powdered sugar 1/4 C. melted butter Mix and press into 8 inch pan & bake 10 min. at 325 degrees Pumpkin Filling 1 Tbls gelatin softened in 1/4 C. cold water 3 eggs separated 1/2 C. sugar 1 1/4 C. pumpkin pie filling 1/2 C. milk 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp allspice, ginger & nutmeg 1/4 C. powdered sugar Beat egg yolks and add sugar, pumpkin, milk, salt, cinnamon, allspice, ginger & nutmeg.

Cook over medium heat until boils - remove from heat and add gelatin.

Beat egg whites until stiff & add powdered sugar. Fold into pumpkin mixture.

Pour over graham cracker crust & chill Frost on the Pumpkin 1 C. whipping cream whipped, 1 1/4 C. powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp vanilla.

Add “frost” when ready to serve.

Pork Dinner

Sunday, October 13, 2013 10:30am - 1:00pm

St. Columban Catholic Church Preston, MN

Boneless Pork Loin, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Dressing, Corn, Cole Slaw, Applesauce, Buns, Homemade Pie, Coffee, Milk

Adults $10.00 • 5-12 yrs $6.00 • 4 yrs & Under Free • Carryouts Available

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Engagement

Monday, September 30, 2013

socialscenes Engagement

Birth Announcement

Nolan Parker Patzke David and Carrie Patzke and big brother Logan of Ham Lake, Minn., welcomed their son and brother Nolan Parker on July 24, 2013. Nolan was 7 lbs., 2.4 oz. and 19 inches long.

Grandparents are Rodney and Lynda Koliha of Harmony, Minn. and Donald and Linda Patzke of Green Bay, Wis.

Meiners ~ Marzolf Teresa Ann Meiners and John Leo Marzolf are happy to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding.

Parents of the bride are Jerry and Connie Meiners of Eyota, Minn. and parents of the groom are Erlyn and Sandy Marzolf of Preston, Minn.

Teresa is a graduate of Dover-Eyota High School and College of St Catherine. She is employed with the Mayo Clinic.

John is a graduate of Fillmore Central High School and Vermilion Community College.He is employed at Schott Distributing Inc. The couple currently resides in Chatfield, Minn.

Their wedding is planned for October 5, 2013 at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston.

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Weddings | Engagements Birthdays | Anniversaries Birth Announcements Special Occasions!

Preston’s “Taste of the Trail” well attended

Bikers from South Dakota, Wyoming, Iowa, Illinois, the Twin Cities, and from the local surrounding area attended Preston’s “Taste of the Trail” event on September 21. Guests sampled food items at the Preston Trailhead Park donated by Preston Apple & Berry Farm, the Sweet Stop & Sandwich Shoppe, Preston Foods, two local Amish vendors, Pine Birth Announcement Tree Orchard, and Preston Tourism.

Teigen James Johnson Big brothers Caden and Carson “Taste of the Trail” featured Johnson welcome their baby several local Preston food prodTrende ~ Pederson ucts for guests to try, but it also Steve and Karen Trende of brother, Teigen James Johnson. included non-edible samplings, Preston, Minn. are pleased to Parents are Trinity and Emily giving visitors a “taste” of what announce the upcoming marriage Johnson of Peterson, Minn. He Preston has to offer and a “flavor” of their daughter, Jenna Trende, to was born on September 5, 2013. for what defines our community.

Andrew Pederson, son of Dan and Teigen weighed 8 lbs. 1 oz. and Guests were treated to live Janelle Pederson of Sauk Rapids, was 20 inches long.

Grandparents are Jim and Minn.

Joanne Johnson of Harmony, Jenna is a 2005 graduate of Minn., and Brian and Joan Fillmore Central High School, and a 2009 graduate of the University Ramberg of Hammond, Wis. Beginning October 6 of Wisconsin-La Crosse. She is cur- Great grandparents are LeRoy rently employed as a CME Specialist and Darleen Johnson of Peterson, at 9:45am. For ages 4-12.

Assistant with the Mayo Clinic in Tom and Estherann Jarland of Harmony United Harmony, and Lois Florer of Rochester, Minn.

River Falls, Wis. Andrew is a 2005 graduate of Methodist Church Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, and 60 Main Ave S. Harmony, MN a 2010 graduate of Minnesota State University-Mankato. Andrew is a 7-12 physical education and health teacher, in addition to coaching b-squad football and b-squad boys’ basketball, for the Fillmore Central A Great School District in Harmony, Minn.

An October 19, 2013 wedding is Read!

All Children Welcome! planned at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston.

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Happy 4th Birthday

Happy 85th Birthday

Wish Gladys Mae a happy birthday on her special day, October 8th.

With love from your family

Nolan Parker

Katelyn

Teigen James Johnson

love, Grandpa & Grandma Scheevel

music, two snake & raptor programs given by Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center staff, balloon making & face painting by Nanny Giggles & Uncle Chuckles, and interpretive trail riding information was presented to bikers by a Forestville State Park Naturalist. The National Trout Center invited visitors to participate in a fly casting game for small prizes. Darwin Smith offered tractor/wagon rides, giving guests a tour of the city and Preston Equipment brought a large tractor to the Trailhead, symbolizing the importance of agriculture in our community. Rocky Top Acres was also on site displaying two live alpacas and products made from alpaca fiber.

a new BaBy BroTher To Love Big Brothers: Caden and Carson Daddy and Mommy Trinity and Emily

Happy 90th Birthday

Marge Abrahamson October 3rd

Coltin & Morgan Wingert raised more than $9,000 by selling more than 3,000 ears of corn for Relay for Life!

Thank you!

Evelyn Jones

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October 5th

Card Shower for:

Marge Abrahamson 20951 County 21 Lanesboro, MN 55949

David and Carrie Patzke and big brother Logan of Ham Lake, Minn., welcomed their son and brother Nolan Parker on July 24, 2013. Nolan was 7 lbs., 2.4 oz. and 19 inches long.

Grandparents are Rodney and Lynda Koliha of Harmony, Minn. and Donald and Linda Patzke of Green Bay, Wis.

Happy Birthday!

From your family

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Birthday

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Lots of love,

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Red, Black, Chili, Kidney, Butter, Garbanzo, Pinto, Navy, or Great Northern Beans ¢

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Chicken Leg Quarters ¢

99

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Peas, Mixed, Green Beans, Corn, or Broccooli Cuts 5/$

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239 $ 99 Jimmy Dean Breakfast Skillets...............3 $ 99 Schweigert Chicken Wings...............12 $ 79 Off the Bone Sliced Meats..................... 2 $ 39 IGA Hot Dogs............................................1 $ 99 Tilapia Fillets............................................2 $ 99 Shurfine Crunchy Fish Sticks.................. 3 $ 29 Jimmy Dean Pork Sausage Rolls...........3 $ 79 Bratwurst or Italian Sausage..................3 $

8 Oz.

John Morrell Diced or Cubed Ham.......

18 Oz. • Assorted

3 Lb. • Assorted

Hormel St. Louis Pork Ribs $ 99 Lb.

2

Pork Shoulder Butt Roast $ 89

1 Lb.

Pork Shoulder Butt Steak $ 99

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Corned Beef Brisket $ 69

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399 Lb. $ 99 Virginia Smoked Ham.............................3 Lb. $ 99 Sweet P’s Cinnamon Rolls.....…............. 2 $ 99 Sweet P’s Apple Fritters.....…............. 2 $ 69 Bakery French Baguette….....….............1 $

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11.5 Oz. • New French

Yams ¢

79 Lb.

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Gourmet Caramel Apples $ 99

2

Skinless Chicken Breast $ 79

1 Lb.

Radishes ¢

99

16 Oz.

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2 Lb.

25 Oz.

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Pork Country Style Ribs $ 99

1 Lb.

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Beef Chuck Steak $ 19

3 Lb.

Chairman’s Reserve • Boneless

Beef Stew Meat $ 49

Bacon Wrapped Beef Ball Tip Steak $ 99

Chairman’s Reserve • Boneless

Chairman’s Reserve • Boneless

3 Lb.

3 Lb.

Beef Chuck Roast $ 99

2 Lb.

Beef Ribeye Steak $ 99

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Beef Ball Tip Steak $ 99

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Dole Spinach 2/$

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Sweet Onions Romaine Hearts ¢ 2/$

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Chairman’s Reserve • Boneless

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Baby Carrots $ 99

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99

32 Oz. • IGA

Concord Grape Jelly $ 99

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16 Oz. • IGA

Spaghetti, Penne Rigate, Elbow Macaroni ¢

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20-24 Oz. • Assorted

Old Orchard 99 100% Juice Blends IGA 100% Apple Juice IGA All $ 69 Mayonnaise or Apple Cider Purpose Flour 64 Oz. • Assorted

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Shredded Wheat, Raisin Bran, Toasted Oats Cereal 2/$

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11-11.50 Oz.

1

3 Oz. • Fancy Feast

Classic, Sliced, or Grilled Cat Food ¢

69

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Purina Whisker Lickins $ 19

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3.15 Lb. • Assorted • Purina

Cat or Kitten Chow Cat Food $ 99

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12 Oz.

6 Oz. • IGA

48 Oz. • IGA

Canola Oil $ 99

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12 Oz. • IGA

48 Oz.

18.25-18.50 Oz. • Assorted • IGA & Shurfine

Cake Mix ¢

2 Lb. • Assorted • IGA

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.44-3.9 Oz. • Assorted • IGA & Shurfine

8-10 Count • Assorted • Shurfresh

Coffee Co. Cups $ 99

Hot Cocoa Mix 2/$

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M&M’s, Milky Way, 3 Musketeer, Snickers, Twix Fun Size Candy Bars $ 69

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Sweetened Condensed Milk $ 79

12 Count • Assorted • Wide Awake

99

10.5-10.75 Oz. • IGA

Pasta Sauce

14 Oz. • Assorted • IGA

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Marshmallows ¢

18.6-18.8 Oz. • Assorted

24 Oz. • Assorted • IGA & Shurfresh

1

Instant Oatmeal $ 69 10-10.50 Oz. • Assorted • IGA

5 Oz. • IGA Chunk Light

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Peanut Butter Dill Pickle Spears $ 99 $ 99

10 Count • Assorted • IGA

15 Oz.

Frosting $ 59

24 Oz. • Assorted • IGA

69

15.5 Oz.

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99

Tomatoes ¢

5.5-7.25 Oz. • Assorted

1

Chicken Stuffing ¢

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.875-1.25 Oz. • Assorted

4 Lb. • IGA

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18 Oz. • Assorted • IGA

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5 Lb.

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16 Oz. • Assorted • IGA & Shurfine

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Red, Black, Chili, Kidney, Butter, Garbanzo, Pinto, Navy, Great Northern Beans

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9-12 Roll • Assorted • Kleenex

Cottonelle Double Roll Tissue $ 99

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2 Bars • Assorted

Dove Bath Soap $ 99

20 Oz. • Assorted

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Domestix Liquid Dish Soap $ 79

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

16 Oz. • Shurfresh

General Merchandise 10 Oz. • Assorted • Vaseline

Intensive Care Lotion $ 99

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23-50 Count • Assorted • Topcare Jumbo 64-72 Count • Assorted

35 Count • Assorted • Domestix

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Viva Paper Towels $ 99

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Frozen 6 Count • Assorted

IGA English Muffins $ 09

16.5 Oz. • Assorted • Pillsbury

6 Oz. • Assorted

Cookie Dough Roll 2/$

Nostimo Greek Yogurt ¢

12 Inch • Assorted • Digiorno

Burritos or Chimichangas ¢

1

5

79

4-5 Oz. • Assorted • Jose Ole

Rising Crust Pizza 2/$

99

11

28-32 Oz. • IGA

7-8 Oz. • Assorted • Crystal Farms

59 Oz. • Assorted

Deli Sliced Cheese $ 59

Florida’s Natural Orange Juice $ 29

2

3

10 Count • Assorted

IGA Biscuits ¢

8 Oz. • Assorted

IGA Shredded or Chunk Cheese 2/$

3

1

1

64 Oz. • Assorted • IGA & Shurfine

Ice Cream Squares 2/$

4

12 Inch • Assorted • Roma

Original Crust Pizza Peas, Mixed, Green Beans, 7/$ Corn, Broccoli Cuts 5/$ 16 Oz. • Assorted • IGA

11

12 Oz.

IGA American Cheese Singles $ 69

1

59

11.25 Oz. • IGA

Steak Fries, Tater Puffs, Texas Garlic Crinkle Cuts, Hashbrowns Toast $ 99 $ 99

12-14.2 Oz. • Assorted

Tai Pei Chinese Entrees $ 49

2

5

5 Oz. • Assorted

Bernie’s Bites 7/$

11

10 Count • Assorted

IGA Waffles 2/$

3

28-39 Oz. • Assorted

Marie Callendar’s Cream Pies $ 99

5

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

County Board to review community services structure

By Karen Reisner With the request to retire of social services manager Gail Bunge, the county board will review how the redesign structure implemented a few years back is working. Gail Bunge’s request to retire effective January 2, 2013 was approved at the board’s September 24 meeting with thanks for her 33 years of service to the county.

Bunge called it a true honor to serve in public service and thanked the board and staff that she has worked with over the years.

County coordinator Karen Brown said Bunge invented her position and working on the budget is a huge part of that position. The social services manager position is under the umbrella of Community Services as is the veterans service officer and the director of nursing. Beth Wilms is serving as a shared community services director with Winona County.

Chairman Randy Dahl and commissioner Chuck Amunrud expressed their satisfaction with the new structure or redesign and the collaboration with Winona County. Amunrud said he thinks it is working very well.

During the discussion regarding the replacement of social services manager Bunge, Commissioner Tom Kaase noted they just got news of the resignation request on Friday. He stated he was not ready to just automatically replace her, even recognizing the importance of the position. Wilms suggested it is a good time to review the structure, asking whether it is the

best structure for Fillmore and Winona Counties. She encouraged a dialogue with Winona County, adding they should consider all the options available.

Dahl remarked that he is personally committed to the joint entity of social services, veterans, and public health, adding the question is whether we go to our own director or stay with a shared director. He continued saying that he didn’t want to take apart what we have and maintained we don’t have the finances for a full time director.

No action was taken. More information will be gathered before the next meeting, including from Winona County.

Commissioner Duane Bakke reminded Wilms that the board is asking department heads to find more grants and/or cuts for the budget. Wilms said it will come down to prioritizing what we can and can’t do.

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A conditional use permit will be issued to Aaron and Toni Kolling, Section 19, Spring Valley Township for a 10 KW wind tower as recommended by the Planning Commission.

•Director of Nursing Lantha Stevens said there were three pieces of equipment that were recommended to be purchased during the annual evaluation by the state for the WIC program. The cost of $811 for the equipment will be paid for with grant funds. The equipment is mostly for measuring and weighing infants. The purchases were approved.

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acceptance of the grant award for Adoption and Foster Care Recruitment were approved.

Bunge explained that the recruitment of relatives for foster care is the first consideration. The grant amount is $2,784.

•The resignation effective October 3, 2013 of Kevin Kullot, PC/Network Technician, was accepted with thanks.

Karen Brown said this department has been downsized and Kullot’s position supports the systems administrator Jeff Cooper. Kullot has been the ‘go to’ person for users. She requested they advertise for his replacement. Sheriff Daryl Jensen noted the pressure on the IT staff, adding the resignation will dump an overwhelming load on Jeff Cooper.

Amunrud said they need to fill this position and review the tech

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needs. Dahl maintained that with the budget limitations, he couldn’t see an extra hire coming. Kaase wanted them to look into it more before advertising for a replacement. He suggested looking into the possibility of getting interns from computer tech schools. It was noted that internships have to be primarily educational.

•A replacement custodian, Dale Egge, was hired effective October 11.

•The low quote of $840 was approved for the state required annual elevator inspection.

Bakke asked that a note be made to discuss this with the legislators. Terry Schultz, Building Maintenance, said the elevator is hardly used.

•David Kiehne, county recorder, said that given the fact of the county’s budget crunching, his salary request for 2014 would be a 1.5 percent increase, about $900.

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During Mitchell’s junior year of high school, he started writing for the Fillmore County Journal. He began by covering school board meetings and writing columns for the Journal Student Writing Project in both his junior and senior years. He even received the annual student writing scholarship in 2012 from the Fillmore County Journal. Today, Mitchell continues to write government and feature pieces for the Journal’s publications.

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M-C VOLLEYBALL

Continued from Page 1 tion at Spring Grove High School.

Morken had played a little volleyball at Luther College, and line-judged the woman’s matches. At the time he was a substitute teacher at Spring Grove. Figuring coaching would be ‘a great experience’ he took the position. The following summer, the Spring Grove athletic director told him the position wouldn’t be open (the previous coach was coming back from maternity leave), and so he was no longer needed. Then the Mabel-Canton volleyball head coach position opened up. And so Morken said, “You know what, I’ll throw my name in the hat.” Morken’s plan was to substitute teach for one more year, and (thus) coach volleyball for one year. After that, he was going to ‘branch out’, or move and find a fulltime teaching position.

“It [coaching volleyball] was going to be a one year deal,” he adamantly declared.

He went to the interview with Mabel-Canton Principal Lowell Hareldson.

“Well, you know, you’re hired,” Hareldson said, “you’re the only applicant, but you’re hired! You’ll most likely be asked back unless you hit a girl, or lose to North Winneshiek!”

Evidently, neither happened.

Morken didn’t inherit a great program, or a program at all. MabelCanton volleyball had gone winless (0-20 if Morken remember’s correctly) the year before he arrived.

But one more thing had to happen

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to ensure what would transpire over the next 20 or so years. About a week after school began, an aide in the elementary title position died.

So Hareldson called Lonnie and offered him a paraprofessional job.

It was a foot in the door to the full-time teaching position Morken was seeking. A Spring Grove High School graduate with ties to Mabel, it was natural he stuck his foot forward.

As for the volleyball coaching side, Morken began reading up. He called his new ‘peers’, Caledonia’s Scott Koepke (a fellow Luther alum), Stewartville’s John Dzubay (the mastermind of the Tigers vaunted program), Tracy-Milroy’s Terry Culhane (now the head coach at Southwest State in Marshall, Minn.), and Apple Valley’s Walt Weaver.

“I knew I didn’t know a lot. And I wanted to contact the people who knew a lot, and I wanted to learn how to be good at it. I would never have the program that we have now, if I hadn’t gotten help from (those four). We’d still be floundering at .500.”

It took a little while just to get to that level. Morken remembers his first win in 1994. It was the first game of the year against Fillmore Central, coached by now M-C assistant Susie (Jarland) Monroe.

“I remember running down into the locker room after that game and the girls were so excited, because most of them had played the previous year and won nothing. It was our first game of the year and we’re like, ‘hey, we won this is easy!’ And then reality set in.”

Morken doesn’t remember his first loss.

“It probably was the second game though, cause we only won six (the first year)!”

That first year at Mabel, Morken also got a little inspiration from a few very young athletes.

As a paraprofessional, one of his duties was to go outside at recess.

There, he observed 5th grade girls ‘peppering’ (passing a volleyball around) in the winter. Since they’d had no background in volleyball, no coaching up until that point, Morken thought, ‘Oh-my-gosh, these girls must have a little bit of a love for the game, cause, that’s not normal, especially elementary girls. In the winter, they’re going to be huddled together cause they hate doing anything at recess!’

Morken’s second year, he started taking those girls to off-season junior olmypic (JO) volleyball tournaments.

It was essentially the beginning of the Mabel-Canton volleyball ‘program.’ The group of girls included Molly Horihan, Jenny Aasum, Holly Pierce, Andrea Dahl, and Shelby Bigalk. They came of varsity age about the time M-C won its first SEC title. They came of varsity age about the time M-C started competing for Sub-Section and Section titles.

The Cougars won seven games Morken’s second year. And then they won 12. And then they won 17 his fourth year. And that was when Morken really thought his teams started to compete a little bit.

“We would get beat by the stronger teams 15-10, 15-12, 15-11. So you could tell (they were close).”

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In 1998, they won the SEC for the first time, and posted a memorable win over Chatfield in the SubSection semifinals (enroot to the SubSection title). The Gophers were a 3-Rivers school and given the #2 seed resultantly. M-C was from the SEC and the #3 seed, and the Cougars won. That squad consisted of five freshman (the ‘peppering’ girls), a sophomore, and two seniors, one of which was Bethany (Wilder) Moen.

She is, and has been, Morken’s longtime varsity assistant coach.

“It was the best match a team [he’s coached] from Mabel-Canton has ever played. Sometimes as a coach, you just sit back and think ‘this is neat!’”

In 1999, they knocked on the door of state. They faced off with Lanesboro, a squad they’d beaten a trio of times in the regular season. In Morken’s most devastating loss, they fell 3-2 in the match that began around 7:30 in Rochester, Minn. and didn’t get done until well past 10. The Cougars were at match point twice, but couldn’t nail it down. Lanesboro would win the Section title over Faribault B.A. and head to state, a missed opportunity of sorts for Cougar volleyball. But the following two years, the Cougars advanced to state, taking 5th (consolation champs) and then 3rd, going 2-1 each time. Little did Morken know, 2000 and 2001 would be his only trips to the big dance.

“I certainly didn’t take it for granted, but we went to state my 7th and 8th year as a coach. I knew we had good kids coming up. And so, casually I would think, ‘this is great. I

want to keep going. We can do this more. We got great teams. We got great kids.’ And it hasn’t happened since. We lost seven times in the section championship. It is what it is.”

They won the SEC title every year since though. They have (by far) the most established program in that conference. And Morken can’t do much about the fact that Faribault B.A., the state’s most established small school volleyball program, is in the same section. Their recent history of winning is unparalleled (10 of the last 11 Section 1A titles, six state titles since 2002). It’s like competing against Goliath. And M-C is definitely the little guy in the fight, both regarding the size of its players (rarely over 6’0”), and the talent pool they draw from. The Cougars are most certainly a small, small school (the football team is 9-man, whereas teams like B.A. and W-K are Class A). Yet, the program has turned out countless talented, All-State volleyball players; Aasum, Molly and Kate Horihan, Britney Pierce, Tori Lind, and Belle Sand. It’s also the hub of the volleyball world in the summer.

Great players from other schools, the Maria Fruechte’s, Emma Lange’s, Alex Duxbury’s, Kenzie Lind’s, Alex Peterson’s, and Jillian Krier’s of southeastern Minnesota volleyball (college or college-bound players), descend upon Mabel to train with the Cougars in the off-season. And though M-C generally parades through the SEC regular season unscathed, when the Cougars play tough competition, they still hold their own or more.

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one year, and two other years we took second. One year we beat Stewartville and Robbinsdale Armstrong, the defending AA and AAA state champions. And then, one year, we beat B.A. and Apple Valley, back-toback matches. And to this day, what the girls talk about are some of the losses at those tournaments (in a favorable light). We go through our hitting lines and we have three girls who can thump the ball and (the opponent has) 12. They’re probably snickering at us, and all the sudden we just beat Blaine. That’s so cool.

That’s so cool.”

Morken doesn’t plan on going anywhere anytime soon, even though he’s twice been contacted about coaching his alma mater Luther College. Both times he wasn’t offered the job, but the second time he would’ve ‘thought long and hard’ about it had he been (cause of the positives for his family).

Lonnie, his wife Stephanie, and three daughters Sadie (11), Sophie (8), and Sahara (6) live in Mabel. He plans on being around long enough to coach them through, and then behind that too.

“Some former players are living in Mabel, and they have girls. I might stick around until then!”

When it all began, Morken was about training the girls to play the game right, to have sound volleyball skills (passing, defense, serving, etc).

After a few years, he wanted to win, to validate to his girls what he was teaching. That happened. Now he is back to training the girls to play the game right. He’s come full circle.

“I would rather lose to Apple Valley at a big-time tournament in three, and play great, then to beat a conference team (while) playing crappy,” Morken stated.

“It [500 wins] is a step on the path, but it is a big deal. A coach is only as

good as their athletes. We have had some unbelievably dedicated girls to get to this point. And I think about where we started, with our program, and to be able to succeed, year-afteryear-after-year, at a small school, it’s a challenge. So many times you’ll get a small school that is good for two or three years, maybe four, cause they ride a wave of athletes through. But for whatever reason, they’re not able to teach skill. For whatever reason, it’s a challenge (to recurrently win).

So to be able to get 500 wins in 20 years is a total testament to the kids.

It’s special. It’s neat.”

But he still has the ultimate goal in the back of his mind.

“I would really like to go back (to state) just one more time. Not that it would validate me, because I don’t need that. I would like to enjoy it one more time.”

Maybe 2013 is the season. Morken has five highly experienced seniors, a cast headed by fifth year players Belle Sand, Lydia Geving, and Carly McCabe. If experience alone got them a bid, they’d be a shoein. But, experience doesn’t get them in. And the section, though a bit weaker with Wabasha-Kellogg down, is still tougher than nails. First, in the Sub-Sections, is newly anointed #1 in Class A, Fillmore Central, the champions of the vaunted Class A Showcase. Then, after that, Faribault B.A. probably awaits.

But even if M-C can’t run the gauntlet, Morken’s program will move forward. The Sand’s, Geving’s, and McCabe’s will be replaced by the (Sara) Vettleson-Trutza’s, (Coranda) Vickerman’s, (Savannah) Slafter’s, and (Lexi) Thorson’s. Another crop of M-C volleyball playing machines will take center court and leave their mark. And maybe in another 20 years, Morken will be on the brink of 1,000 wins.

“Oh God!” he replied. “That’s ridiculous…because it’s so far away.”

From his normal place on the sideline, Lonnie Morken presides over his M-C volleyball team. He’s now presided over 500-plus victories.

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Rushford runs into MnDOT stumbling block

By Kirsten Zoellner The massive Highway 43 project slated for Rushford, Minn. in 2014 continues to create headaches for the city. Already dealing with having to give up the city’s main thoroughfare for the duration of the project, it now seems that the decision over a route bypass is being haggled over.

The city had acquired verbal agreement with MnDOT personnel for the bypass, which was slated to run from Highway 43/ North Mill Street, west down Pine Meadows Lane and turning onto Eiken Drive, east on Nannestad Lane, and continuing south on North Prairie Street before turning east again on East Park Street.

Given engineering caution that such a bypass could cause significant damage to the streets, the city spent $46,000 sealcoating the route as a proactive measure. “We said, ‘That’ll be our bypass. We’ll sealcoat, then MnDOT can come back and mill and overlay,’” said City Administrator Steve Sarvi.

“Then, they got someone new in the office and they asked, ‘Do you have it in writing?’ If they’re going to play that way, that’s no way to do business.”

“It’s our intention to prohibit all trucks and divert them away from the city,” added Sarvi. “That’s where we got into a contest with MnDOT. We can’t tear up street, then go back and repair, having to assess for street repairs. That’s not fair.” Details are still being worked out for truck traffic originating within the city, as well, with stress being put on finishing areas in front of R-P Schools and Farmers’ Cooperative Elevator first.

MnDOT will contribute $1.5 million to the project, but no more. The logistics of another route involve too narrow streets, hills, and just 2 inches of pavement over a crushed rock base on a majority of side streets, which would be “pulverized,” according to Sarvi.

The city will continue to meet with MnDOT and the ADA to go through the bypass details. “We will have to change bypass route slightly,” cautioned Sarvi.

In what’s been another extremely drawn-out process, the city is working with Otomo Engineering and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to iron out issues with the John Dammen North Mill Street property. A court hearing was held recently in Preston, Minn. with the MPCA, the State Attorney General’s Office, and Fillmore County demanding that the failing system be brought up to code. Now, three years after having the private septic system declared as failing by the state, Dammen has been court ordered to correct the system in 60 days or face administrative fines.

According to City Clerk Kathy Zacher, sanitary sewer and water utilities were extended near the area in late 2011. The city has offered several options including bringing services to the property or utilizing a holding tank as an interim solution, none of which were deemed acceptable by the property owner.

Following the court order, Dammen has now presented a signed petition to the city for local improvement, including having municipal sewer and water services extended to property line. With the petition, Dammen waives the preliminary hearing requirements, agrees to be assessed for the cost of the improvements against his property, and agrees to pay the cost as apportioned by the city pursuant to a payment agreement.

A special draft assessment has been provided, but the final agreement will be brought to council at a later date. Dammen’s assessment will be paid over 10 years at 5 percent with the first payment payable with 2014 taxes.

Engineer’s drawings from January 2012 detail the utility extensions for the area, which includes an oversized 8 inch sewer pipe and 6 inch water main will be placed to the eastern side of the property.

The oversized pipe would allow for for a gravity sewer line, eliminating the need for a grinder pump to be installed on the property. The estimated price tag for the extension is $76,140. The purpose of agreement is to specifically assess the cost for the service extensions.

The estimated construction cost for Dammen’s water service is $5,939 and sewer, $7,647, for a total of $13,586. Dammen is strictly responsible for “Sewer and water service laterals including all obligations under a construction contract for such work, all necessary easements, meeting all county and MPCA codes or requirements, and bringing the water line lateral into his residence, complete with the installation of a city-owned water meter and remote reader.”

According to the paperwork, the property owner “Will be compelled to activate the city’s water system within his home at the time his existing well fails or requires and reconstruction or repair.” For now, however, it seems the city may be allowing Dammen to continue to use his private well until it is needed.

The city will pay $9,500, to be held in escrow, for the utility easement required for the project.

The funds will be applied to the lateral material and labor costs for

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connecting to the sewer and water mains. After installation, prior to payout of the easement funds, Dammen must “provide the city with a contractor’s construction statement identifying the amount to be paid, the city’s final inspection report, any and all contractor lien waivers, written authorization for the city to pay the contractor directly.”

A 30 foot easement will be required of neighboring property owner Mike Dammen. Looking at a variety of options for making sure the city gets fair compensation from the utility improvement, will have special assessments for two lots owned by Mike Dammen, deferring the assessments until such a time as the property was divided and sold as smaller residential lots. This action would protect the city’s investment and ensure compensation. “If you’re going to do assessments on the properties, you need to do it now,” advised City Attorney Terry Chiglo.

The city attorney will draft correspondence to MPCA to show the project is progressing. A public hearing will be held October 15 with public hearing for assessments in December.

“We know we have an issue and we’re trying to resolve it in the most economical way,” added Sarvi. “Are you agreeable to this John?”

“I have to,” Dammen replied.

“After the court, I have 60 days to get this done. Yes, the sooner the better.”

Another key to the project is Phase II and Phase III. The first allows for extension of the service to adjoining and future homeowners, even if they live within the City of Rushford Village limits.

These properties could also be assessed, reducing the overall cost of the entire project. The third phase would allow services to continue north to the Himlie Business Park, which would address noted water flow issues in the area.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, October 15, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall.

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Houston Schools search for new interim superintendent

By Angie Rodenburg Life has been a whirlwind adventure lately for RushfordPeterson senior, Mariah Olson.

In the last few weeks she has started her senior year, been voted homecoming queen, and found out that her ten- Mariah Olson minute original monologue has been picked up for publication by Brooklyn Publishers, a leading publisher in the youth market.

Olson’s monologue “I’ll Always Know Where You Are” follows a young woman who, devastated in her childhood by

By Angie Rodenburg The Houston School Board held a special meeting on September 24 to discuss the details of their search for a new superintendent.

At last week’s meeting, Interim Superintendent Bartelson gave his resignation so he could be home to care for his wife, who has stage four cancer. Bartleson’s last day will be October 31.

In the meeting the board decided to look for an interim superintendent rather than try to hire a permanent replacement. The new interim superintendent would start November 1 and work through the end of the fiscal year, June 30. The Board still plans to start candidate screening and interviews in Janu-

being abandoned by her mother and losing her father to cancer, finds herself in an abusive relationship that eventually claims her life. When she passes, the woman is finally reunited with her father.

Olson originally wrote the monologue to perform for speech competitions in the Creative Expression category; one of the few categories that allows students to perform their own work. Olson says, “I had no idea what I wanted to write about, so I just started writing and everything fell into place.”

Forrest Musselman, one of R-P High School’s English teachers and speech coaches, was the one who encouraged Olson to send her piece to Brooklyn Publish-

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ers. “I knew Mariah’s monologue had the potential to be published. It matched up with a lot of the monologues you see today,” Musselman said. Musselman went on to say, “It’s a great piece for women. It speaks on the very serious issue of spousal abuse.”

After Musselman received an email from Brooklyn Publishers that called for submissions on single-person monologues in particular, he knew that Mariah’s piece was just the kind of story they were looking for.

Musselman helped Olson critique and edit her piece so it could be considered for publishing. Olson submitted her piece in the beginning of the summer and at the end of August she got the great news that her monologue would be published.

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The interim superintendent would have the potential of becoming the new permanent superintendent.

The board also decided that the interim superintendent will be offered a four-day work week and a competitive salary based on the applicant’s qualifications.

The vacancy announcement will be made immediately in numerous newspapers and websites to ensure all potential candidates know of the opening. The application deadline is set for October 14, so the board can review the best candidates at the regularly scheduled school board meeting on October 15.

Level three sex offender moves out of Fillmore County After an initial report stating that 29 year-old Joshua Jones had moved to a residence near Preston, Minn. in Fillmore County, deputies have confirmed that Jones has moved out of the rural Preston area last week and is staying at a Rochester, Minn. address.

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By Jason Sethre The story of the sword continued on Saturday, September 21, 2013, coincidentally also recognized as the International Day of Peace by the United Nations.

Orval Amdahl, along with his wife Marie, traveled from their

home in rural Lanesboro, Minn. to participate in a special ceremony titled “Return of the Sword” at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, Minn., in which Orval was the center of attention. In a room full of more than 300 guests, surrounded by

Monday, September 30, 2013 friends, family and many people he has never met before, Amdahl came to meet a man from the other side of the globe.

Prior to the start of the ceremony at 9:30 a.m., with state-wide media attention, Orval and Marie Amdahl stood before a crowd of photographers and videographers. A line of people waited to greet the Amdahls and the Motomura family visiting all the way from Nagasaki, Japan.

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tures and influences. In the background behind the podium stood two flags, representing both the United States and Japan.

JoAnn Blatchley, President of the St. Paul-Nagasaki Sister City Committee, opened with remarks about the significance of the ceremony, “We are turning a weapon of war into a symbol of peace.”

St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman then welcomed the crowd and shared his support for the ceremony, “Healing isn’t an event.

It’s a process.”

As guest speakers stepped up to the podium, a translator recited

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all speeches from English into Japanese.

Caren Stelson, who can be credited for connecting Orval Amdahl, the WWII Veteran Marine Captain and retired Fillmore County Recorder, with Nagasaki newspaper executive and world peace advocate Tadahiro Motomura, talked about how her father served in WWII and never spoke of his wartime experiences.

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WWII veterans came home from the war and put their memories in the closet just like the sword that Amdahl had kept in his closet for more than 68 years.

When it was Orval’s turn to say something at the podium, unlike all other speakers, he had no notes to reference. Instead, he looked out to the large crowd of guests and gave a speech from his heart that brought smiles, laughter and tears. When Orval Amdahl gave Tadahiro Motomura a hug, the long embrace encapsulated a moment far beyond the significance of the return of the sword.

Following the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945, under the direction of America’s 33rd President Harry S. Truman, Captain Orval

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Amdahl found a samurai sword moving speech came the presen- assisted their father, and then among a pile of swords that were tation of the sword to Tadahiro Orval Amdahl placed the WWII accumulated when all Japanese Motomura. Amdahl asked for his samurai sword in the hands of households were disarmed as part two sons Ron and Jim to come Tadahiro Motomura. of the signing of a treaty between up to the front of the podium Musician Leo Hansen played America and Japan. While a Japanese melody on the Amdahl brought the sword Shakuhachi flute, and then with him back to his home JoAnn Blatchley asked for a in America as a souvenir by moment of silence. all legal means, he always In the presence of his wondered about the history wife and his two sons, of the sword. “Who did this who spent 12 hours flying sword belong to?” he kept from Nagasaki, Japan, to asking himself. “It had to arrive in St. Paul, Minn., belong to someone.” for this special ceremony, “I had it for 68 years. I Tadahiro Motomura spoke hope he has it for 68 years,” about how the war ended said Amdahl, cueing chuck- Minnesota American Legion Department one year prior to his birth. les from the audience. “As Commander Mike Ash welcomes Orval He had never known anyyou will notice, the sword and Marie Amdahl at the “Return of the thing about the sword, and is a piece of art. And this Sword” ceremony. was very surprised when Photo by Jason Sethre he received the phone call. is the reason I would like it where the sword was on display, Motomura thanked everyone returned to its rightful owner.”

Following WWII Veteran and place the sword back in the involved in making this ceremoMarine Caption Orval Amdahl’s leather-bound scabbard. His sons ny possible, and especially Orval

Amdahl for his efforts to connect with his family in Japan.

Concluding the one-and-halfhour ceremony, keynote speaker Clifton Truman Daniel, grandson of 33rd U.S. President Harry S. Truman, talked about how this remarkable story came to be and what it represented. Daniel, a Chicago resident, had previously met with Amdahl for an interview for a book his is writing about perceptions today of the relationships between America, Hiroshima and Nagasaki with respect to the bombings that took place in August 1945.

“Mr. Amdahl and Mr. Motomura are examples of finding peace with honor,” stated Daniel.

And, this was Orval Amdahl’s hope. He wanted to return the samurai sword to its rightful owner in peace, with honor.

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Preston enters into option agreement for POP property

By Karen Reisner The Preston City Council and the Preston EDA held a combined meeting on September 23 to discuss the possible disposition of Preston Oil Products (POP), the long abandoned gas station at the corner of St. Paul Street SW and Mill Street SW. Councilman David Harrison was absent.

EDA members Dwight Luhmann, Tim Kiehne, and Joanne Szuch were present.

The first issue was whether or not to close the meeting.

City Attorney Dwight Luhmann noted that they have had an open dialogue to this point and suggested it should be closed only if they were to negotiate a price.

City Administrator Joe Hoffman added they should close a meeting only when they really need to. Councilman Robert Maust seemed to agree, saying it is public money we will be spending.

The meeting remained open.

Cathy Enerson, business development director, reviewed the recommendation of the EDA to purchase the three dilapidated parcels that was first discussed at the August 5 meeting of the city council. The other two parcels are the Hellickson rental house on Mill Street SW and the bulkhead tank area near the trailhead.

At the August meeting Councilman Robert Maust had

expressed concern about the potential expense for the city if the ground were found to be contaminated when the underground tanks at the POP are removed.

Enerson described an option agreement which would protect the city from exposure to unknown risks (the possibility of contaminated ground). The city would pay the estate or a subcontractor $19,000 to remove the tanks after which the soil will be sampled. The city would hold an option to buy the POP property for $1. If the ground were found to be contaminated, the city could walk away. If there wasn’t any contamination, the city could exercise the option and pay an additional $2,200 in costs (10 percent of investigation costs and of a response action plan) and own the property. The property would at this point still have the above ground structures and cement in place. It will cost an additional $12,280 to then remove the above ground structures and level the site to make the site more attractive to developers.

A very long back and forth debate ensued. Luhmann explained that there was a chance that the estate could qualify for the state’s Petrofund which would cover 100 percent of the tank removal costs. It would have to be proven that

the tanks were abandoned by 1988. Luhmann suggested the property value would increase considerably when the tanks are gone and it is shown not to be contaminated.

Maust did not think the estate should potentially benefit if they could qualify for the state money. The EMV of the property without the tanks would be about $22,000. Councilman Charles Sparks argued that once the property is cleaned up, it could be redeveloped.

In the agreement the city would be paying out up to $21,200 even if the estate could qualify for the state money.

Luhmann referred to it as an option within an option. If the seller doesn’t qualify for the state Petrofund money, the city would pay up to $19,000 directly to the contractor to remove the tanks. Hoffman explained that either way the cost to the city will be the same as the property becomes more valuable with the tanks removed, assuming it tests clean. He admitted it is an unusual option agreement.

The main thing the $1 option affords the city is the protection from being the property owner should the ground be found to be contaminated. In this case the city could op to not exercise the $1 option. The tanks will have been removed. Enerson insisted that the $1 option takes all the

potential risk of paying for contamination clean-up costs away from the city.

Maust asked if in the end the city will still be the on the hook to pay 10 percent of the cleanup cost if it is contaminated because the estate doesn’t have the funds to do it. The Petrofund would pay 90 percent of the clean-up. Enerson suggested that if the ground were found to be contaminated, the state would likely seize the property to clean it up, so it would not be a threat to drinking water.

Leaks from abandoned tanks are a leading cause of groundwater contamination.

Luhmann said even if the city decides not to exercise the sec-

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ond ($1) option, there is value in having those tanks removed.

Maust suggested the city pay the estate to clean up the above ground building and cement to improve the appearance of the property (without removal of the underground tanks). Mayor Kurt Reicks argued that if the property were to be flooded, it might be even more of a threat to drinking water, if the cement was removed and if the ground were contaminated which wouldn’t be known under this scenario. The POP lies in the floodplain. The only way to determine if the ground is contaminated is to remove the underground tanks.

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assumed there is value in just getting the tanks removed.

Reicks maintained cleaning up these properties is part of a vision to make the city look better.

A motion was made to buy the bulk head site and rental house for a total of $4,500. There will be a separate purchase agreement for each property. This was approved unanimously. The money for the purchases will come out of the EDA budget for acquisitions. It will cost $7,000 for demolition at the house site and $5,500 for demolition at the bulkhead property.

A motion was made to enter into an option agreement with the purchase price of $1 for the POP property. The agreement includes the city paying $19,000 for tank removal and up to a total of $21,200 to include the

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additional costs. The motion failed to be approved the first time.

Collett asked if we just eat the cost if we end up walking away from the property because of contamination. Enerson said there is a small chance of that, but then the city is protected from unknown contamination clean-up costs.

The motion was made a second time. Maust said the total city investment to clean-up the POP property below and above ground would be $33,581 (this assumes the ground is not contaminated and the city would own the property in the end).

His figures include the $19,000 to remove the tanks, the $2,200 for additional costs, and $12,380 for demolition of the above ground structures. The option agreement for the POP was approved with Maust voting against.

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Walz announces $10 million grant for Preston Veteran Cemetery Construction of the cemetery will give peace of mind to 51,150 Minnesota Veterans and their families MANKATO, Minn. – Representative Tim Walz announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs awarded a $10 million grant covering 100 percent of the allowable costs associated with establishing a Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minn. Last year, Representative Walz, along with Representative Runyan (R-NJ), held a bipartisan field hearing in Preston to examine the proposal for the construction of a new Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston and the process used by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to construct new state-run veterans’ cemeteries.

“After the tremendous sacrifices made by our nation’s veterans, our warriors deserve a final resting place that will both

honor their memory and give them peace of mind in knowing they will be close to family and loved ones,” Representative Walz said. “I’m pleased to announce this grant and grateful for the bipartisan coalition that worked diligently together to get this done.”

The grant will help the state provide enhanced services for 51,150 Minnesota Veterans and their families. The closest state Veteran cemetery is Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner, Wisconsin, approximately 193 miles away. Currently, Minnesota has only one state Veteran cemetery, located in Little Falls— nearly 250 miles away.

The closest VA national cemetery is Fort Snelling National Cemetery, located in Minneapolis, which is approximately 120 miles away.

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Grants Program was established in 1978 to complement VA’s National Cemetery Administration. The program assists states, territories and federally recognized tribal governments in providing gravesites for Veterans in those areas where VA’s national cemeteries cannot fully satisfy their burial needs. Grants may be used only for establishing, expanding or improving Veterans cemeteries that are owned and operated by a state, federally recognized tribal government, or U.S. territory. VA cannot provide grants to private organizations, counties, cities or other government agencies.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY, OCT. 1 •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Sylvan Manor, 503 Parkway Avenue, Lanesboro.

•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10:3011am, Kenilworth Apartments, 503 Parkway Avenue, Lanesboro.

•SEMCAC Senior Dining Bingo, 11am, Rushford Tenborg Center.* •Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels. For fundraiser info, call 507-867-3583.* •Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* •VFW Auxiliary Monthly Meeting, 7pm, Preston Servicemen’s Club.

•Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pio­neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 2 •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 9:3010am, Hillside Apartments, 409 South Hudson Avenue, Spring Valley.

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THURSDAY, OCT. 3 •Free Senior Coffee, 9am, Heritage Grove, Harmony.* •Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Good Shepherd Apartment Community Center, 800 Home Street, Rushford, MN. 10:45-11:15am at the Tenborg Center, 113 East Jessie Street, Rushford.

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•Canton Senior Citizens meet, 1pm for cards and visiting, Canton Community Center.* •Presentation by award winning author of Turn Here, Sweet Corn: Organic Farming Works, 7pm, American Legion Room, Chatfield Center for the Arts.

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FRIDAY, OCT. 4 •Preston Farmer’s Market, 11am- 2pm, Parking lot of the trail head on Fillmore St., Preston, MN.* •4th Annual Festival of Quilts Sale & Show, 12-5pm, Spring Grove Fest Building.

•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-1:30pm, North Manor, 445 Main Avenue South, Harmony. 1:30-2:30pm at the South Manor, 445 Main Avenue South, Harmony.

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

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

VICTIM SERVICES

lisa stensrud, dPT

507.867.8007 fax: 507.867.8018 stensrud.lisa@myfcpt.com

- a service of DFO Community Corrections.

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

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

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

This space is available for your business!

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

To advertise on this page please call 507.765.2151 or email ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

real estate Over 1,000 acres sold in the past year!

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

chad garteski, Agent/Land Specialist

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

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Classifieds FARM

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

EMPLOYMENT BENT-WRENCH in Fountain is looking for part-time bartenders and waitresses. Call Deanna at 507-268-4922. h16,23,30,7- o

ANGUS BEEF herd for sale - 21 cows, 2 bulls. Call 507-251-3204. f23,30- o 50 BIG ROUND bales of hay. Alfalfa brom and orchard grass. Baled with a big John Deere baler. Call 507-467-2333. f23,30- x

TAHER FOOD SERVICE has an opening for a kitchen aide at Mabel-Canton School. Call Jane Hall at 507-272-9363. h23,30- o

JOHN DEERE 503 Rotary Cutter with a 5 foot width and a single rotating blade underneath. Attaches to the tractor by a 3-point hitch. Good condition. $400.

Phone 507-268-4370. f30,7- x

ROOT RIVER HARDWOODS looking for reliable person to work in sawmill.

Benefit package available. Retirement plan. Apply at Highway 52 North, Preston. 507-765-2362. h23,30- o

FARMI 3 Pt. LOGGING WINCH’S, Valby 3 Pt. PTO Chippers, New 3 Pt. Rototillers, Loader Attachments, 3 Pt. Attachments, New Log Splitters. 1-866638-7885 www.threeriversforestry.com (MFPA)

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

Monday, September 30, 2013

HELP WANTED: Full-time serviceman installation, service work and manuure hauling positions at K&R Equipment.

Call 507-268-4425. h23,30- o

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

ON THE CRUNCHY SIDE in Harmony is hiring: day bartender/server; night bartender/server; kitchen staff and cook day/ evening. Apply within - ask for Lisa or Miles. h23,30,7,14- o

Green Lea Manor is currently looking for special people who want to make a difference!

Full-Time & Part-Time Nursing Assistant Positions Available

DRIVERS NEEDED: Truck Drivers needed for a local company in Chatfield.

Local hauls only, home every night must have a valid Class A or Class B CDL and a clean driving reccord. Experience preferred in driving dump trucks and end dumps. Competitive wages. Call 507254-2468 for an appointment. h23,30,7o PAID IN ADVANCE! MAKE $1000 A WEEK mailing brochures from home!

Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start Immediately! www.mailingcountry.com (VOID IN SD) (MFPA)

EMPLOYMENT

Must be caring, compassionate, and a team player.

Will train and reimburse for classes, if not on the registry. Bonus-pay on weekends and shift differential.

Contact: Nicky or stop by for an application

Green Lea Manor Nursing Home E.O.E.

115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 …because the journey matters

Professional service Guide

Basement Waterproofing

ConstruCtion

plumBing

Dave’s Plumbing & Heating, Air Conditioning LLC New Construction & Remodeling• In-Floor Heat • Drain Cleaning

Appliance Sales & Service • New & Used

WE FIX WET BASEMENTS!

Call Dave • Cell: 507-259-4238

Mention this Ad and Receive $100 off Basement Waterproofing System

Spring Valley & Preston • Bus. 765-2173 or 346-7879

Free Estimates • 507-259-7776 • www.AllStarBasements.com

Cleaning

NEWMAN

PLUMBING, HEATING & COOLING, LLC

ServiceMASTER of Chatfield

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

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

The clean you expect The service you deserve

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

OC Exteriors & Constuction

ConstruCtion

MELDAHL CONSTRUCTION INC.

JIM OVERTON, 507-923-3181 CHATFIELD OFFICE: 507-867-1405 Licensed & Insured • MN Lic #BC667047

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

• Dryers • Grain Bins for Drying & Storage

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

-Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors

(And More!)

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

www.duanegilbertsonconstruction.com

and Cabinetry

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

Fountain, MN

•concrete •new Home •siding •remodeling free esTiMaTes!

motors & motor repair RISTAU FARM SERVICE ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR SHOP

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

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

plumBing

Diamond Shelter Sales of Minnesota, LLC

AL LARSON & SONS

For ALL your building and remodeling needs.

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

• New Homes • Remodeling • Air Conditioning

308 St. Anthony St., Preston • Furnace • Drain Cleaning

Calls welcomed any time!

507-765-2405

BRUMM’S PLUMBING & HEATING, LLC

HUNGERHOLT CARPENTRY

MN CONTRACTORS LIC. #20382343

Lic. #008399PJ

Lic. #008744PJ

Lic. #7046

propane gas

KRUEGEL GAS SERVICE PROPANE SERVICE INSTALLATION DELIVERY

1-800-464-6121

SERVING SOUTHERN MN SINCE 1954

satellite serviCes Craig Stortz #PL07718

Power Limited Licensed

Nick Stortz #PL07719

STORTZ SATELLITE

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

Cable - Phone - Internet - Wiring Canton, MN

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

septiC pumping

Plumbing & Heating

DAN SERFLING www.diamondshelters.com dan@diamondshelters.com

auTHoriZed Baldor dealer

• Insured • Septic systems • New Construction • Remodeling

Dave Swenson Don Tollefsrud Matt Swenson

Taylor Marsden • 507.450.4501 Mabel, Mn • licensed & insured #Bc664972

Lic# BC474301

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

PLUMBING & HEATING

specializing in roofing

We Carry

&

507-493-5282 • Free Estimates

Roofing • Tear-Off • Storm Damage Insurance Claims • Windows & Siding

Tony Brumm • Mabel, MN 55954 Phone: (507)493-5507 • Cell:507-251-9212

TAYLOR OUTDOOR WOOD STOVES ~ RADIANT FLOOR HEATING A-MAIZE-ING HEAT CORN FURNACES & BOILERS ~ GAS FURNACES & BOILERS AIR CONDITIONING ~ SEPTIC SYSTEMS ~ NEW CONSTRUCTION ~ REMODELING FREE ESTIMATES ~ INSURED

if you are interested in advertising on this page please call us at 507.765.2151 or email us at ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

With 210 feet of hose!

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

For Fast Courteous Service • Call 507-352-6790

speCializing in roofing • New Roof • Flat Roofs • Lawn Care • Storm Damage

• Reshingle • Steel Shingles • Snow Removal • Gutter Cleaning

Certified Professional Installer • Chimney Flashings • Workmanship Guaranteed • Competitive Pricing • 24 Hr. res/Comm.

Bonded, Insured and Licensed. leak repair Call now for free estimate • 507-251-9220

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

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EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

SPECIAL EDUCATION paraprofessional needed at Fillmore Central High School beginning on October 1, 2013. 6.75 hours per student contact day. Interested persons should send a letter of application and completed Fillmore Central Support Staff Application to: Micki Breitsprecher, Director of Special Education, Fillmore Central High School, P.O. Box 599, Harmony, MN 55939. Applications available online at www.fillmorecentral.k12. mn.us. Position open until filled. h23,30o

HELP WANTED: Part-time/full-time Organic production, general labor positions. Year-round, indoors. To apply, contact: backfortyfarmsMN@gmail.com or call 507-696-8742. h30- o

SPRING VALLEY SENIOR LIVING is currently looking for a full-time evening CNA. Every other weekend worked required. Shift and weekend pay differentials offered. If interested please send application or resume to: Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 or e-mail hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE h30,7- o

NEEDED: EXPERIENCED SALES AGRONOMIST who will play a role in management. Knowledge in plant nutrition, crop protection and precision ag needed. Call Colby at 605/772-5543 at the Howard Farmers Coop in South Dakota. MCAN

OTR DRIVERS NEEDED above avg. mileage pay. Avg. 2,500-3,500 miles/wk.

100% no touch. Full benefits w/401K. 12 months CDL/A experience. 888/5459351 ext 13 www.doublejtransport.com MCAN

HELP WANTED: Day and weekend shifts. Must be responsible, dependable and flexible. Stop in or go online.

Subway, 105 State Rd. 16, Rushford, MN. www.subway.com h30- o

Opportunity for Caring, Energetic, Reliable People

Part-time Home HealtH aide

Chosen Valley Care Center has a fabulous opportunity for employment at our facility. We are looking for caring, energetic, reliable, outgoing people to join our team as a Home Health Aide.

We currently have Part-time and On-call positions available. We are looking for Home Health Aides that are compassionate and want to make a difference in the lives of our tenants. We are willing to train the right applicant. If desired potential for opportunity to supplement hours at Care Center. Excellent benefits offered to employees working full-time.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% Coverage on Preventative Care • HealthPartners Dental Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • Generous, Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC Please send an application and resume to Attn: Chosen Valley Care Center, Housing Manager, 1260 Winona St., Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www.chosenvalleyseniorliving.com. (EOE/AA)

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community

Good Shepherd Lutheran ServiceS

has current openings for experienced, mature and caring individuals

Bremmer Suites Aide part-time evenings Must be 18 Years or Older

A FULL-TIME position is available at Kruegel Gas Service. We are looking for a self-directed person who has experience in fixing/installing appliances. For more information and an application call 507-346-7362. h30- o LANESBORO SALES Commission is looking for part-time help! Must have experience with cattle. 507-467-2192. h30- o

• Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Kelly at GSLS PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Services Creative Christian Living and Human Service

Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider

Immediate Openings for Welders • • • • •

Prior welding experience needed Long-term career opportunities Vacation and Holiday pay 1st and 2nd shift opportunities $13-15/hr based on experience

Part-time

US Postal Service

positions available in Fillmore County.

Apply at www.usps.com Contact local post office for more info.

Apply at: Express Employment Professionals

WANTED . . .

2518 North Broadway, Rochester 507-285-1616 or 1-800-331-0853 www.expresspros.com

Carpenters & Upholsterers!

Exciting and rare opportunity to join the Featherlite team that builds our world class Specialty trailers.

We are looking for talented, responsible, career oriented Carpenters and Upholsterers with a passion to build and grow their careers.

skills & qualifications for carpenters: •

Study specifications in blueprints or sketches to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauges Must be able to work well with team members in close proximity

• • •

Carpentry applicants MUST have extensive knowledge of rough and finish carpentry methods and techniques, knowledge obtained either by course work/degree or equivalent hands-on work experience.

skills & qualifications for upholsterers: • • •

Understand and work with Manufacturing Work Instructions Ability to read and comprehend prints Ability to use a ruler

Upholsterer applicant MUST have demonstrated knowledge of reading and understanding blueprints, able to follow work instructions, and strong knowledge of industrial sewing techniques.

rewards: • • • • • • • • • •

Competitive Hourly Wages with Large Earning Potential Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Flex Spending/125 Plan for Medical and Child Care Reimbursement 401(k) Retirement Plan Vacation Time Personal Time Off Paid Holidays Health Club Discount Prescription Safety Eyeglasses Program

apply now:

We only produce high quality products. If you are a high quality individual, please apply at our Cresco facility at 816 7th Street West, between the hours of 7:00 am and 4:30 pm or online at our website www.fthr.com/jobs. Also, you can call us at 563-547-4725 and we will be happy to mail you an application.

Featherlite, Inc. requires pre-employment background and drug screen. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, strongly encouraging diversity within our workplace.

NursiNg AssistANts

Full-Time & Part-Time $500 Sign-On Bonus

Chosen Valley Care Center has a great opportunity for employment at our facility. We are looking for caring, energetic, reliable, outgoing people to join our team with the opportunity to grow. We currently have full-time and part-time positions available. We are looking for nursing assistants who are compassionate and who want to make the difference in the lives of our resident’s. We are willing to train the right applicant. We offer excellent benefits to employees working full-time.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield with 100% Coverage on Preventative Care • HealthPartners Dental Plan • Life & Accidental Death & Disability • Generous, Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental Insurance Benefits through AFLAC Please send an application and resume to Attn: Director of Nursing, Chosen Valley Care Center, 1102 Liberty St. SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or applications may be downloaded at www. chosenvalleyseniorliving.com. (EOE/AA)

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community

Gundersen

Tweeten Care Center

NOW HIRING! RN/LPN/TMA Full & Part-Time Day, Evening, & Night Shifts

NuRSING ASSISTANT

Part-Time Day Shift

WILL TRAIN! Contact:

Karen Hanson DON 507-498-3211 Ext 123

Gundersen Tweeten Care Center 125 5TH Ave SE Spring Grove, MN 55974

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EMPLOYMENT FILLMORE COUNTY is seeking a full-time PC/Network Technician. Job duties include, but are not limited to providing County-wide end user support by installing and maintaining desktops, laptops, peripheral equipment, connectivity to the LAN/WAN system, email, and the Intranet. Minimum Qualifications: Requires a minimum of a two year degree in Computer Technology, Computer Science, Computer Networking or related area and at least one year experience in the field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

A valid driver’s license or evidence of equal mobility is required. Rate of Pay: $19.5225/hour according to the 2013 non-union pay scale with final salary dependent on qualifications. Job description and application materials may be obtained at www.co.fillmore.mn.us or the Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office by phone at (507) 765-4566. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Resumes may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of the required completed currenty County application. Application Deadline: 4:30pm, Friday, October 18, 2013. EOE. h30,7,14- o

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, September 30, 2013

EMPLOYMENT THE CITY OF OSTRANDER is seeking a City Clerk/Treasurer/Zoning Administrator. The candidate must be self-motivated, able to work independently, able to multi-task and possess strong oral and written communication skills. Must have good public relations skills, computer and accounting experience. Applications will be available at the City Clerk’s Office at 414 Main Street, Ostrander, MN 55961. Application, resume, and three professional references must be received by October 3rd.

Requestes for applications will be taken by the following: Email ostcity@acegroup.cc, phone 507-657-2505 and fax 507-657-2507. h30- o SPRING VALLEY SENIOR LIVING is currently looking for a part-time housekeeping/laundry aide. Position would be between 32 and 48 hours per pay period.

Every other weekend worked required.

If interested, please send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or e-mail hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h30,7- o

FOR RENT

THANK YOU

WANTED

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

THANKS FOR CARDS, calls and gifts on my ninety-second birthday.

Gordon Gullickson t30- x ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANK YOU to everyone who called, stopped in to visit, or sent me cards for my 80th birthday. A special thanks to my girls, and also the staff at the Harmony Care Center for making this happen.

Many new memories were made that special day. God bless you all.

Phyllis Grooters

t30- o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ON SEPTEMBER 7TH, Eagle Cliff Campground hosted their 15th Annual Root River Clean Up. 45 volunteers participated and picked trash on 16 miles of river, collecting over 1100# of trash. All enjoyed beautiful weather, free t-shirts, bbq meal and prizes after the event.

Eagle Cliff wishes to thank the following sponsors: Pedal Pushers, Potiche Pottery, Stone Mill Suites, and Thorson Graphics.

Next event is Saturday, September 6, 2014.

t30- o ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THANK YOU to everyone for the help, cards and visits while I was hospitalized and in the nursing home. A special thank you to the staff at Green Lea Manor.

Jerry Nelson

t30- 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

Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately.

765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfno 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 BEAUTIFUL STUDIO apartment downtown Rushford. Approx. 2600 sq. ft. 4 br. $875/mo plus utilities. NP/NS/12 mo. lease. 507-864-4400. r23,30,7- o NICE ONE BEDROOM apartment at 417 Kansas Street, Preston. $375/month, includes heat, water, sewer and garbage.

Laundry facilities in bldg. Available immediately. Call daytime 507-765-2281 or 765-2372; evenings 507-765-4423 or 765-2413. r23tfn- 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

LAKEWOOD SENIOR HOuSINg, 420 Bench St. Chatfield. Easy living...no yard work, no shoveling! For those who are 62 and older, handicapped/disabled.

1-bedroom apts. Heat paid. On-site laundry.

Rent based on income. Off-street parking.

Call (507) 867-4791

WANTED - Local crafters interested in selling at a Holiday Gift Fair in early November. Call 507-459-2303. w23,30- o

MOwIng & SnOw reMOVAL needed

for Preston & Lanesboro Post Offices Must be able to accept VISA cards.

Contact Terry at 507.765.3334 for more information.

LOST/FOUND

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

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

BILL’S GUN SHOP. Buy, sell, trade, and repair. We are your local MUCK BOOT dealer. Hours: 7pm-10pm M-F, Saturday 8am-5pm, Sunday by appointment. 1 1/4 miles south of Carimona, 19708 Kava Rd. Preston. 507-765-2762 s10eow- o

PIANOS, DIGITAL Pianos, Rodgers Church Organs - New, Used, Sales & Service - Call DEWEY KRUGER MUSIC, Northwood, Iowa, 800-9335830, deweykrugermusic.com. s23,30,7x

Affordable, clean, safe and efficient wood heat. Central Boiler OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. Heats multiple buildings. Theobald Heating Solutions 507-251-9924. swk1tfn- o FOR SALE: TWO ALL leather western saddles, 15 inch seat in fair condition, $150. 16 inch seat in good condition, $400. Call 507-867-1654. s6tfn-x MEL’S GOLF CARTS After Labor Day Sale. Stop in for Unbeatable Savings.

Trades Welcome! Mel’s Golf Carts, 132 Garfield Ave., South, Albert Lea, MN. 507-438-2705. s16,23,30,7- x DEBARKED HARDWOOD slabs.

FREE delivery up to 50 miles. Call Root River Hardwoods for more info 507765-2284. s16,23,30- o

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

FOR SALE: John Deere 220 Flexhead $2,500. Lowry 1,200 Bushel Bin $1,200.

Call 507-467-2940. s23,30- o FOR SALE: Used spinet piano (Jesse French & Sons), $400. Used Pro-Form Treadmill, $100. Both in good condition.

507-765-2747, after 5pm. s30,7- o JOHN DEERE 175 riding lawn mower.

Good condition. $400. Phone 507-2684370. s30,7- o SAWMILLS from only $4,897.00 Make & save money with your own bandmill - cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info/ DVD: 800/578-1363 Ext. 300N www.

NorwoodSawmills.com MCAN ENJOY 100% GUARANTEED delivered-to-the-door Omaha Steaks! Save 74% plus 4 free burgers - The Family Value Combo - only $39.99. Order today 877/415-6938, use code 48829ALF or www.omahasteaks.com/mbfam99 MCAN ProFlowers – Send Bouquets for Any Occasion. Birthday, Anniversary or Just Because! Take 20 percent off your order over $29! Go to http://www.

Proflowers.com/Buy or call 1-866-9832204 (MFPA)

www.valleyfeatherlite.com

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

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

• 2013 Car Bumper Pull • 500 Gallon Fuel Trailer • 4 Horse LQ's • 7' x 20' Stock • 24' Show Stock • 16' Bumper Stock • 7' x 24' Stock • 16' Goose Neck Stock • 7'6" x 32' Stock USEd FeatHerlite trailerS: • 17' Alum. Flatbed • 20' Stock • 32' Stock • Bobcat S250 w/Cab • Bobcat S130 Cab USEd EqUipMENt: • NH TC 40 w/loader • Cat 248 B • Mustang 2056

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Darr realty lIStINGS! g!

in New List

Move in $262,500

44953 E Goodrich, Rushford

Ready! 30482 Sherwood, Rushford

$96,500

Beautiful newer home, expansive floor plan, large private master suite, sunroom, 4 BR, 3 BA, finished throughout. Nearly 4000 sq. ft.

Secluded 1.8 acre homestead only a couple minutes from Rushford. A peaceful rambler with finished basement. 3 bathrooms, 2 car garage and hundreds of public bluff land acres adjacent to your back yard!

New Rebates!

• Bobcat S330 w/Cab • Bobcat T180 • Bobcat S630 w/Cab

Find it here!

23138 Lapman Dr., Houston

NEw FeatHerlite trailerS iN Stock:

Six yr old corgi/sheltie female dog, Stella, has pink collar with name tags.

Missing since Monday morning Sept. 23rd.

Contact Steve & Ruth Olson if found or seen.

507-467-2930

Looking for a place to rent?

$135,000

Rochester, MN 866-657-4910

• Bobcat 334 Excavator • Bobcat S650 • Bobcat E35 Excavator

MISSING

BUILDABLE LOT IN RUSHFORD: $27,500. Put up a single family or multi-unit in Tyrol Hills subdivision.

New windows, furnace & elec.

Service; renovated kitchen & bath; large heated garage with upstairs storage!

520 Main Ave, Harmony

$73,500 Completely renovated from the studs out! You’ll be impressed. 2 BR, beautiful KIT, BA & hardwood floors. Well insulated, new roof, windows, elec., etc. Move right in. Seller pays up to $2,000 in buyer’s closing costs w/acceptable offer!

Jeff Darr Cell # 715-495-6948 Jeff@darrauctions.com

Rodney Darr Cell # 507-951-3843 rod@darrauctions.com

1-800-852-0010 • Rushford, MN www.darrrealty.com

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

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Monday, September 30, 2013

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GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

NOTICES

NOTICES

HOUSTON CITY WIDE Garage Sale.

Saturday, October 5, 8am-1pm. Maps available at local businesses sponsored

by American Legion Auxiliary. g23- o

KOLIHA FAMILIES HUGE Moving Sale: 235 6th St. SE (new house), Harmony. Thurs., Oct. 3rd 4-7pm; Fri., Oct. 4th 9am-4pm; Sat., Oct. 5th 9am1pm. Vintage, antiques, holiday decor, small appliances, cabinet Singer sewing machine, luggage, dressers, hutch, gliders, patio set, bedding & linens, utensils, dishes & glassware, snowmobile jackets, men’s, misses, plus-size & fall maternity clothes & coats, children’s books, toys & baby items, jewelry & much more still in boxes. g30- o

FUNDRAISER GARAGE SALE: Saturday, October 5th, 8am-3pm. 135 2nd Ave. SW, Harmony. All proceeds go to the Sheena’s Soldiers Relay for Life fundraising efforts. Free will donation on everything! g30- x

HUGE 400 GUN AUCTION Sat. Oct. 5th @ 9AM Prairie du Chien, WI. Military, Western & modern hunting arms 608/326-8108 -www.kramersales. com MCAN

Meet Singles Right Now! No paid operators, just real people like you.

Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it Free. Call Now: 1-800-314-4583 (MFPA)

ATTENTION SLEEP APNEA SUFFERERS with Medicare. Get CPAP Replacement Supplies at little or NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, prevent red skin sores and bacterial infection! Call 1-888-859-7796 (MFPA)

REACH NEARLY 1 MILLION HOUSEHOLDS! Do you have a product, service, or business that would be helped by reaching 1 million households throughout Minnesota? The Minnesota Classified Network will allow you to reach these potential customers quickly and inexpensively. For more information concerning a creative classified ad call this publication or Minnesota Classified Network at 800-866-0668. (MFPA)

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

GARAGE SALE: Something for everyone, antiques, clothes, dressers, beds, furniture, dishes, tables, chairs, and miscellaneous items. Come one come all!

Saturday, Oct. 5th 9am-5pm; Sunday, Oct. 6th 1-5pm. 121 Prospect St. Peterson, MN. If it rains, it will be the following weekend. g30- o

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HOSTING FARM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE ON SEALED BIDS The following property located approximately a mile and a half west of Canton, Minnesota, on Highway 52, will be sold on bids. The property is located in Sections 18 and 19, Canton Township, Fillmore County. Aerial maps depicting each parcel are available. The acreage stated are approximate. The parcels will be sold per surveyed acreage with the seller to pay cost of the survey.

Parcel I: W½ of the SW¼, W½ of the E½ of the SW¼ excepting approximately the south 3 acres, § 18, being approximately 117 acres Parcel II: The E½ of the E½ of the SW¼ except approximately the Southwest 2 acres and the W½ of the SE¼ lying West of Hwy 52, all in § 18, being approximately 65.5 acres.

Parcel III: N½ of NE¼ lying West of Hwy 52 except approximately 5.61 acres in the NE corner, all in § 19, being approximately 59 acres.

Parcel IV: A combination of Parcels I and II Parcel V: A combination of Parcels I, II and III Sealed bids will be accepted at the law office of Hammell & Murphy located at 110 East Main Street, Caledonia, MN 55921, until October 23, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. The bid off between the top four bidders of each parcel will be held on November 1, 2013, at the law office of Hammell & Murphy. Each original bid shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check in the amount of 5% of the bid amount. The closing will be held on or before January 15, 2014. Seller will pay the real estate taxes due and payable in 2013. Buyer will pay real estate taxes due and payable in 2014.

Seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids and to negotiate with bidders.

The premises are being sold “as is”. For information concerning the property contact Larry Hosting 507-743-8324. For information concerning the process, contact Timothy A. Murphy, Hammell & Murphy, at 507-725-3361.

Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

Turn of the century home with all the old world charm w/hardwood floors, crown molding & built in cupboards.

3 bdrms with walk in closets, 1.5 baths, formal dining area,eat in kitchen, 3 season back porch & front open porch. 18.5 acres with approximately 5 tillable. Newer shingles on house & garage, perm. siding, newer furnace & updated electrical.

This unique 3 bedroom home has new floors on main level, new appliances, one car attached garage & one car detached garage, 24’ x 20’ summer house in the backyard, 10’ x 14’ storage building, a large deck, and central air. $86,900

Matt Gehling realty 507-450-3072 • www.MattGehling.com

Todd Hadoff

NORTHEASTERN, MN Motivated seller of private lakeshore parcels, wilderness parcels & hunting land between Duluth, Ely & Grand Rapids. Multi-parcel online auction ends Oct 14. More info: Shelly Weinzetl, Broker/Auctioneer: 763/3005055 or AllianceBid.com or Roger Hansen, Realtor/Auctioneer: 715/7817172 or HansenAndYoung.com MCAN

19679 690tH St. elkton $145,000 Affordable hobby farm with 5.06 acres. Conveniently located between Austin and Rochester in Elkton, MN. All set up for horses - fenced & pasture area with 84x48 shed with indoor riding arena with 14’ door. The house has 3 bdrms, full bath and updated furnace, hot water heater, new shingles 2004 & buried power line to house. If you're looking for a move in ready property, look no further! Reduced!

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22991 St Hwy 16 PreSton $265,000 Escape to this incredible 40 acre parcel with an abundance of wildlife, trout fishing in Watson Creek which runs through the property, sit and enjoy evenings on the front porch of this 3 bdrm log home built in 1995.

Panoramic views of the countryside, hills and valleys. Peaceful country living with a fire pit and small bridge that allows you to roam across the creek to trails, grassland and wooded areas. There is a single car attached garage to the house and a 24x48 shop/garage with cement floor and cold storage. Motivated Sellers! Reduced 30K!

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510 Saint anthony St N, Preston, MN

18529 160tH St., SPring Valley $225,000 22.16 Acres - House, garage & barn all have new roofs. Updated electrical, some window, new bath and interior freshly painted with updated colors throughout. Pasture and cropland is rented out for additional income. The barn is all set up for horses or other small animals and is fenced. Large mature trees on the property and nicely landscaped front yard. This property is in move in condition and ready for new owners!

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715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com 18291 Cty rd 12 SPring Valley $195,000

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609 w. County rd S, leroy $69,900 Have that “country” feel with the conveniences of City sewer and water. 1.87 acres on the edge of town with a small barn. The 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath home has been renovated and remodeled throughout. Newer high efficiency furnace, hot water heater, insulation, roof and gutters. You’ll enjoy the peaceful surroundings and quiet location. Priced to sell!

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$129,900 212 fRanklin St., pReSton

Charming 2-Story • Completely Updated & Remodeled • 4 Bedrooms • Master Bath • New Kitchen w/maple cabinets • New Appliances • Wood Floors • Ceramic Tile • Built-in Hutch • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • New Roof • Fenced Private Backyard • Large Deck • All Landscaped • Vinyl Siding • 2+ Garage • Lots of Character

101 pleaSant St. e., laneSboRo 3 Bedrooms • Main Floor Laundry • Remodeled Kitchen • 3/10 Acre Lot • Formal Living • Formal Dining • Open Staircase • New Roof, Windows, Vinvyl Siding • Large Deck

26011 gladiola lane, laneSboRo

$91,900

Deer Ridge • Spectacular Home • Unique Floor Plan • 5 Bed • 4 Baths • In-Floor Heat In House & Garage 120 7th St. Se, Chatfield • Western Cedar Ceilings • Hickory Floors • Family Room W/30’ Ceilings That Includes Floor To Ceiling 1-Level Living • 2 Bedrooms • New Flooring • Steel Windows To Enjoy Wonderful Scenery & Wildlife • Siding • Large Corner Lot • Attached Garage • Mature Master Shower With Heated Floor • Must See Trees • Appliances Will Stay

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2103 maRgaRet St., Chatfield

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2.8 Acres Surrounded by Woods • Private setting • 9’ & 10’ Ceilings • 2 Fireplaces • Wood Floors • Open Floor Plan • 1108 Sq Ft Heated 3-Car Garage • Open Staircase • Patio • Main Flr Laundry/Mudroom • Abundace of Wildlife

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

$224,900

$209,000 310 maple St., laneSboRo

3 Bedroom on main floor • Wheel Chair Assess.

In-Floor Heat in House & Garage •3 Baths Main Floor Laundry • Fireplace

$249,900

$69,900 1175 highway 52 n., pReSton

750 bURR oak ave ne, Chatfield

Open Floor Plan • In-Floor Heat • 18’ Ceilings • 9’ 2 Lots (.68/acre) • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 20x20 Ceilings • Main Floor Master • Main Floor Laundry • 3 Sunroom • 2 Fireplaces • 2 Car Att. Garage • 2 Car Car Garage • Wonderful Views • Deck • Private Backyard Deatt. Garage • Wrap around deck • Hot Tub • Across

223 CenteR St., UtiCa 1 Level Living • Handicapped Accessible • Vinyl Siding • New Flooring • Attached Garage • Main Floor Laundry • Storage Shed • Quiet Backyard

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Victorian w/ Unlimited Potential • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 9’ Ceilings • Wood Floors • Large Corner Lot • Mature Trees • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • Family Room • Large Kitchen

CommeRCial bUilding - wykoff Completely renovated building that is ideal for any type of restaurant, catering or other business opportunity. The lower level is finished for additional space. $149,900

$329,900 249 highway 63 n., RaCine Approx. 6 Acres • Private Setting W/ Woods & Pasture • 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Open Floor Plan • Main Floor Laundry/Mudroom • Sunken Living Room • Sun Room • Dining Room • Family Room • Master Bath W/ Jacuzzi • 2 Car Heated Garage • Horse Shed • 24 x 32 Heated Shed • Wrap Around Deck W/ 30’ Pool • All Fenced • Additional Outbuildings • Covered Porch

CommeRCial bUilding - laneSboRo Great opportunity to own large commercial building in a high traffic area. Potential $149,900 business could be retail, restaurant/bar, convenience store/grocery, crafts or many 21205 280th St., foUntain other uses. Can be divided off. $64,500 7.7 Acres • Set up for horses • 3 Bedrooms • 2 new liSting - CommeRCial bUilding 206 Main St. Chatfield. Great rental income, Porches • Wood Floors • Main Flr Laundry • Woods • Pasture • 2 outbuildings • Chatfield Schools multiple business rental, 2 apartments rental, newer furnaces, ideal location. $89,900

LOTS FOR SALE

laneSboRo - Deer Ridge - 3.73 acre building site with panoramic views, woods and shared well all on dead-end road $39,900 Chatfield - Fingerson & Donahoe - 1st Subdivison - Lots Starting At - $29,900 laneSboRo - 3.75 Acre lot with 24x60 shed, Shared well, Close to trail and Root River - $79,900 laneSboRo - 5.76 Acre lot, Close to Root River, Close to State trail, 2 1/2 miles to Lanesboro - $95,000

$174,900 21559 Cty Rd 102, Chatfield 4.58 Aces • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Full Baths • Master Bath • New Cedar Siding • New Steel Roof • 2 New Decks • Remodeled Kitchen • Fireplace • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • 32x30 Shed with Heated Shop • Wildlife • Scenery

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Greenleafton. $86,500/$419.79 PI/M*

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

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3 bedroom Ranch home on quiet street.

Open from kitchen to vaulted family room with fireplace. Large dining area, LL finished. Att garage, worship area. Patio & storage shed $119,900/$581.88 PI/M*

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13686 295tH Ave HArMoNy REDUCED 2 story home with good bones and potential. 5 bedroom. 2 car garage. Private setting.

Machine shed, pole shed, and barn. Land may be purchased.

15980 Cty 21, CANtoN

Secluded setting with 32’ x 16’ Amish built log cabin, nestled in the woods. Enjoy a shady spot on the covered front porch , or sunshine on the deck. Walk on trails and enjoy summer evenings around the fire ring. A natural paradise for turkey, deer, and enjoy bird watching. Fresh water trout streams within a short drive. $99,000

Queen Anne home offers open staircase, wood floors, stain glass, & 3 fireplaces. Front or back covered sitting porch areas to enjoy the lush garden areas.

Beautifully decorated & tastefully updated with 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths. $217,700

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Unit 201 offers 2 bedrooms with beautiful high ceilings with an open, bright feel.

Large windows let in lots of natural light.

The warmth of wood offers yet a neutral décor to welcome your furnishings. $73,000/$354.27 PI/M*

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XXX 295 Ave., HArMoNy 1900’s Craftsman Style Home 5 bedroom 2 bathroom home. Formal dining with built-in hutch. Partially Cropland: 22 Acres +/-, cropland, Section 17 finished basement. Great yard plus detached 2 car Harmony Township. garage and 1 car garage. $224,000 tH

145 2ND Ave Se., HArMoNy

2 bedroom 1920’s bungalow. Nice layout, wood floors, high & high ceilings and nice layout. Walk up attic area has been sheet rocked & offers additional space. Large 3 season front porch.1 car garage. $41,900/$203.34 PI/M*

560 1St Ave SW, HArMoNy

3 bedroom ranch home. Open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, fireplace, large windows to back yard.

Master bedroom, master bath, whirlpool & separate shower. Updated windows, doors, siding. Large yard & Attached 2 car garage. $139,900/$678.94 PI/M*

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Wonderful 4 bedroom ranch with panoramic view 9 ft ceilings, hardwood floors, large windows, gas fire place, an open staircase. Generous sized bedrooms plus LL walkout. 2 Car attached garage. Easy access to Root River Trail. Couldn’t build for this price! $309,900

A great opportunity to finish the interior to your liking.

At the sheet-rocked & wired stage with bathrooms roughed in. Super location This tri-plex offers a wonderful opportunity for a get away or a full time home. $98,500/$478.03 PI/M*

100 First Street S, CANtoN

210 Center St. W, HArMoNy

Original woodwork,9 ft. ceilings, pillars, decorative moldings, hardwood floors, & original cabinetry. Eat in kitchen, plus a large dining room with 3 season porch. Main floor bedroom & bath. 3 bedrooms, den & full bath up, plus walk up attic that offers other possibilities. $89,900/$436.29 PI/M*

225 5tH Ave Se HArMoNy

Easy to keep 2 bedroom Home. Updated kitchen and bath, plus main floor laundry. Front enclosed 3 season porch adds extra space. 2 car detached garage. Updated doors, windows, & siding. $69,900/$339.23 PI/M*

Packed with Potential 3 bedroom home on quiet tree lined street. Front covered porch, hardwood floors under carpet. Main floor bedroom, 1/2 bath, & laundry.

Roomy kitchen and open flow dining & living room.

Full bath & 2 bedrooms up. Det garage. No back yard neighbors. Seller invites all your offer. $41,500

Here’s a honey! Nicely laid out home with a welcoming 3 season porch with wonderful windows plus a back covered deck. Main living areas are open & bright with an open staircase leading to 3 nice sized bedrooms with large closets. Det garage and garden space. $67,000/$325.15 PI/M*

150 5tH St. Ne, HArMoNy

Very well cared for 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home on a great lot with mature trees. Open vaulted ceiling in the living, dining & kitchen. Detached super sized one car with heated workshop. $65,000/$315.45 PI/M*

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450 2ND Ave Se., HArMoNy

260 1St St NW, HArMoNy

Semi Private back yard! Roomy walk-out ranch home.

3 bedrooms on main floor. Tile & oak hardwood floors and updated eat-in kitchen. Lower level with 2nd kitchen, 3/4 bath, family room and bedroom. Attached 2 car garage. This home is well maintained and has a lot to offer! $118,000/$572.66 PI/M*

150 2ND St Ne, HArMoNy

3 bedroom, 2 story home on corner lot, Quiet Location, affordably priced and offers an open staircase, hardwood flooring, main floor laundry and central air. Mature trees, on corner lot with generous sized 2 car garage. Easy to view just give us a call! $64,900/$314.96 PI/M*

Many updates in this home with well laid out space.

Large bathroom, main floor laundry & utilities. Family room & living room on main floor offers plenty of room for entertaining. 3 nice bedrooms upstairs and a large 744 sq ft attached garage. Fenced yard is a nice bonus! $69,900/$339.23 PI/M*

317 W Melby Dr., MAbeL

45742 Cty 29, MAbeL

Top-Notch 2 bedroom Ranch home completely redone from top to bottom. Custom Oak hardwood floors. Oak cabinets in kitchen, center island plus bay window. Master bedroom with walk in closet & full bath. Garage, spacious yard. $115,000/$558.10 PI/M*

214 N elm St., MAbeL

Newer Ranch home custom cabinets, floors, and millwork. Professionally landscaped. Detached multi 4 car garage plus pole shed, & adorable barn.

Gardens. Next to Trout Stream & State Land close by. $250,000

*Monthly Principle and Interest Payment based on 5% down/30 year amortization 4.57% APr. Loan guidelines subject to vary per qualifications. Various loan programs offer down payments from 0%-20%.

118 Main St., MAbeL 207 Minnesota Ave W, MAbeL

Cute 3 bedroom home with many updates in 2007 including kitchen, bath, siding, windows, shingles and front porch. Main floor bedroom & bath. 2 bedrooms up with large storage room. Deck off kitchen area. Nice lot. $64,500/$313.02 PI/M*

Craftsman Style 3 bedroom 2 story Half acre beautiful lawn. Grand foyer, open staircase, French Doors, Large living room & fireplace. Formal dining with gorgeous built in hutch. Updated kitchen & baths. Att 3 car. $119,000/$577.51 PI/M*

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308 Fillmore St W, PreStoN

Wonderful 3 bedroom home with nicely updated kitchen. Formal dining room plus eat in kitchen. Nice deck & large screened porch. Spacious upstairs with family room. Good sized backyard with alley access to garage. $97,000/$470.75PI/M*

312 Preston St. NW, PreStoN

Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath home. Large 784 sq ft 2 car heated garage, built in 2004. Updates include siding, windows, furnace, central air in 2003 and water heater in 2004 plus softener. $79,900/$387.76 PI/M*

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This property is in very good condition with many updates. 2 parking spaces on property on alley access. Public parking on main street. Full kitchen, laundry, and full bath onsite. Opportunity for landlord or supplementing your own business with additional income. $68,000

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$89,900 626 UNION ST NE, CHATFIELD

#4043856

• 2 Plus Bedroom • 2 Bath • Large Corner Lot • Main floor living • Totally Updated • Steel siding • All Appliances • Central Air • Move-in-Condition • 2 Car Garage plus storage shed • Close to School

$124,900

$104,900 344 MAIN ST N #2, CHATFIELD

#4048070

1026 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD

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

ELCOR Realty Co.

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Open layout • 2 Car garage • Great room • Updated kitchen • 0.82 Acre lot • No backyard neighbors • 1,604 sq. ft. on main • Recently finished lower level family room

$299,900 10594 TROY VALLEY DRIVE., ST. CHARLES

• Business Opportunity • 2.3 acres • Trout Creek • Totally remodeled Tavern of yesteryear • Bar w/ fireplace, Dance Area, Kitchen/Prep area • Remodeled 2 bedroom house w/ carport

#4041744

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• 2 Plus bedrooms • 3 Baths • Main floor living • Master suite with whirlpool tub & walk-in closet • Open layout, paneled doors, low association fee • Extra kitchen • Country view • Move-in condition

• 1 Possible 2 bedroom • 2 Baths • Garage • Large master with 2 walk-in closets • Central vac. • Tile floors • Deck • Appliances • No more mowing or snow removal

$168,900 1005 SUDEN CIRCLE NE, CHATFIELD #4048068

RANCH WITH MAIN FLOOR LIVING

EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN & FULLY FINISHED

QUALITY BUILT 2005 WALKOUT RANCH

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$86,900

$114,900

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223 PROSPECT ST SE, CHATFIELD

#4048535

• 2 Plus bedrooms • Main floor living • Clean • 2 Car garage • Steel siding • Newer roof • Replacement windows • New furnace & CA • Lower level family room • 0.24 acre lot

LARGE 1982 RANCH IN THE COUNTRY

429 FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD

#4048229

• 3 Bedrooms • Attached garage • Corner lot • New roof • Updated windows • Steel siding • Clean • Landscaped • Close to downtown • Great for starting out or downsizing • Move-in

STUNNING WALK-OUT RANCH FULLY FINISHED

$169,900 1403 LONE STONE CT. SE, CHATFIELD #4048318

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage • Large foyer w/ laundry • Solid doors • Deck • Patio • Landscaped • Fenced yard • Erect wall in lower level for 4th bedroom

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$199,900 1338 LONE STONE CT. SE, CHATFIELD #4048335

• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 0.44 Acre lot • Custom trim • Quality windows • Fireplace • 9’ Ceilings • Ceramic tile • Maple cabinets • Finished lower level • Private backyard

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LOTS FOR SALE CHATFIELD – Fingerson & Donahoe First Subd. Covenant controlled neighborhood with lg cul-de-sac, walk-out lots w/private backyards. Lots starting at $29,900. NEW PRICING AND ADDITIONAL LOTS AVAILABLE! RACINE – Lyman’s Second Subdivision. Located in newer development on cul-de-sac street with city utilities, choice of builder and covenant controlled. Hurry only 3 lots available. Prices starting at $19,900.

FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900

$229,900 1033 JOHN & MARY DR SE, CHATFIELD #4047693

• 5 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 3,106 sq. ft. • Walkout • No backyard neighbors • 3 Car garage • Deck • Large foyer • Spacious & open rooms • Fireplace • Mud room • Patio • New roof & carpet throughout

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SOLD 1307 11TH AVE NE, ROCHESTER LD S•O • 2 Bedroom Private fenced backyard 908 FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD LD • 3 Bedroom • 3 Baths • Garage • Appliances O S 219 4TH ST WEST, EYOTA SOLD 515 FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD SO • 3 Bedrooms • Den • LD 2 Car Garage • Central Air 800 GRAND STREET SE, CHATFIELD O S • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths •LD Corner Lot • Garage

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$239,900

1918 HWY 52 S, CHATFIELD

#4046312

• 5 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 3,224 sq. ft. • Open layout • 2 Car garage (1,040 sq. ft.) w/ heated workshop • Main floor living • Gas fireplace • Private backyard • City sewer • Tons of storage • Newer mechanicals

TOTALLY REMODELED FROM THE STUDS

$254,900 #4046667

1563 AMCO DR SE, CHATFIELD

• 4 Bedrooms (3 on Main) • 3 Baths • 3,394 sq. ft.

• Open layout • Main floor laundry • 9” Ceilings • Master suite • Covered deck • Paneled doors • Oct. 1st possession • Call Tim for progress!

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$108,760 135 GOLD STREET SOUTH, WYKOFF

#4045969 #4045239

• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2 Car garage • Brick exterior • Totally remodeled in 1993 • 10’ ceilings • Original trim • New roof & furnace • 2,974 sq. ft.

• Updated windows • Expand in lower level

TASTEFULLY REMODELED INSIDE & OUT

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$124,900 44798 GOODRICH ST, RUSHFORD

#4047710

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage • Major addition added in 1993 • Vinyl siding • Appliances • Newer roof • South Rushford • Move-in Condition

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

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355 MAIN AVE S, HARMONY

• 2 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Corner lot • Sunroom

• 3 Main floor bedrooms plus den • 2 Remodeled baths

$114,900

$94,900 205 MAIN ST, FOUNTAIN

#4040527

• 3 Bedroom • 2 bath • All appliances • Totally remodeled from the studs in 1992 • Oversized 2 car garage (24’x34’) • Main floor living • Move-in-condition

105 3RD ST, FOUNTAIN

#4046938

• 3 Bedroom (same floor) • 2 bath • 2 car garage • Main floor laundry • Solid doors • Maple cabinets • Master has walk-in closet & ceramic walk-in shower • All new windows, plumbing electrical & flooring

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$84,900 517 PLEASANT ST NE, PRESTON

#4047694

• 3 Plus bedrooms • Detached garage • 2 Lots • Hardwood floors • 9’ Ceilings • Original woodwork • Formal dining room • Updated butler pantry • Warm colors • Quiet street • Move-in Condition

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117 PRESTON ST NE, PRESTON

#4047368

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 baths (Master) • 2 Car garage • 10’ Ceiling • Gas fireplace • Built-ins • Wood floors • Main floor laundry • Open layout • Paneled doors • Everything is new inside • Conveniently located

$69,900 707 ROCHELLE AVE S, LANESBORO

#4047456

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage • Main floor laundry • Large lot (0.28 ac) • Quiet street • Single family or duplex • Solid 2 story with 2,592 sq. ft.

TOWNHOME LOTS CHATFIELD ORCHARD RIDGE LOTS – BANK OWNED Townhome lots with private backyards (4 walkout, 2 level). This upscale neighborhood is on a paved dead end road with city utilities. Only $20,000/each.

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AUCTION CALENDAR

Thurs. Oct. 3 - 6pm - Real Estate Auction. Alice D Meyer Estate, 616 Fillmore Street E., Wykoff, MN. For more info contact Spring Valley Sales Co., 507-346-2183 or www.springvalleysales.com.

Thurs. Oct. 3 - 4pm - Winona Nursery TreePavers-Retaining Wall Auction! Inventory Reduction Sale! For more information contact Darr Auctions, Rodney Darr at 1-800-852-0010. To view complete listing go to www.darrauctions.com.

Sun. Oct. 6 - 9am - Antiques, Tools and Household.

Selling 2 rings all day and 14-16 hayracks of smalls. 2 estates and 2 parties downsizing. For more info contact Spring Valley Sales Co., 507346-2183 or www.springvalleysales.com.

Listing in the Journal.

Thur. Oct. 31 - 9:30am - Tractors, Combines, Heads, Fall Tillage, all types of Harvest Equipment, Trucks, Trailers, Cars, Pickups and all other types of farm related items. To consign a single item or a complete farm line call Gehling Auction Co. 1-800770-0347 or email denny@gehlingauction.com Listing in the Journal.

PUBLIC NOTICES NOtice of Mortgage Foreclosure sale DATE: August 29, 2013 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: October 21, 2008 2. Mortgagors: Kevin S. Lange, a single person 3. Mortgagees: Marine Credit Union Peterson 4. Recording Information: Recorded on April 10, 2009, as Document Number 371116, in the Office of the Fillmore County Recorder, Minnesota.

Registrar of Titles of Fillmore County, Minnesota 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: Assigned to N/A by written assignment recorded on N/A, as Document Number N/A, in the recording office stated in paragraph.

INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 17.0543.000 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Lot 6 and 7 Columbian Addition to the City of Preston, Fillmore County,

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Monday, September 30, 2013

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PUBLIC NOTICES Minnesota Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered (Torrens) 0 8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises:

300 Cottage Grove Avenue SE, Preston, MN 55965 9. The person holding the Mortgage: [check one] 0 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 .

1 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 .

10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is N/A. INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied.

12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $72,000.00.

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: $83,892.70.

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 November 14, 2013, 10: 00 a.m., at Fillmore County

PUBLIC NOTICES Courthouse, Main Lobby, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, Minnesota 55965.

15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six (6) 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.”

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: Daniel E. Dunn La Crosse, WI 54602-1104 Publish 2,9,16,23,30,7 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING FOR THE LANESBORO HISTORICAL PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION The annual meeting for the Lanesboro Historical Preservation Association will be held at the Lanesboro Museum on Monday, October 21, 2013 at 12:00 noon.

All members 18 years and older with a current membership are eligible to vote at this meeting.

Publish 30,7,14 notice for pilot mound township Reminder that the board will meet on Tuesday, October 8, 2013 because of Columbus Day. Meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Pilot Mound Town Hall.

William Sullivan Clerk Publish 30 Bid Notice Accepting bids for a 1994 L8000 snowplow truck with plow, wing and swenson spreader box. All bids must be submitted to clerk by October 29th, 2013.

Fay Garness Canton Township Clerk Publish 30,7

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Summary of Minutes september 10, 2013 County Board Meeting The Fillmore County Board met in regular session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press.

The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: RESOLUTION 2013-049: Preliminary 2014 Fillmore County Budget RESOLUTION 2013-050: Preliminary 2014 Fillmore County levy UNNUMBERED RESOLUTION: Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota, Department of Public Safety, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force RESOLUTION 2013-026 AMEND: Amend grant amount on SAP 23-607-004 RESOLUTION 2013-051: Detour agreement for use of CSAH #8 and #17 RESOLUTION 2013-052: Transfer funds of $439,376 from Municipal State Aid to Regular State Aid Construction Account The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda.

• the following amended Consent Agenda: 1. September 3, 2013 County Board minutes.

2. Temporary Liquor license for Preston Servicemen’s Club.

3. Tobacco licenses for Greenway Cooperative, Chatfield; Preston Motor Mart and Wykoff Short Stop.

4. Regular status for Anthony Webber, Chief Deputy Sheriff.

5. Tobacco license for Casey’s General Stores #2993.

• purchase agreement for veterans’ cemetery land with State of MN. • raise Work Release amount from $20/day to $25/day.

• low quote from Quality Construction to construct roof over air conditioners at Highway Office Building.

• Hiller Carpets to repair carpet in courtroom.

• 2013 – 2014 SE MN Chemical Dependency Pilot Project Service Agreement with Zumbro Valley Mental Health.

The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card, misc. exp. $1,547.90 Uniforms Unlimited, Inc., uniforms $591.55 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $2,139.45 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (38 bills - not listed) $5,676.96 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $7,816.41 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Continental Research Corp., parts $798.77 Dunn Blacktop Co., Inc., cold mix $3,074.88 Everson Excavating, LLC, services $25,402.95 Preston Equipment Co., parts $813.12 Thompson Sand, sand $1,736.71 Ziegler, Inc., equipment purchase $97,790.63 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $129,617.06 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (15 bills - not listed) $2,073.87 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $131,690.93 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Fillmore County Treasurer, fuel $557.91 Veolia Environmental Services, services $8,924.05 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $9,481.96 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (2 bills - not listed) $99.98 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $9,581.94 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date.

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

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

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The Fillmore Central Booster Club Would like to thank everyone who made this year’s 18th Annual Golf Tournament a HUGE success.

Special thanks to everyone who participated!

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