D.O.T. Physical Complete Physical $80 • Drug & Alcohol Testing
Dr. Tim Gerber Certified Medical Examiner
507.433.3580 • 122 3rd Ave NW, Austin
www.familychiropracticaustinmn.com Same day appointments • Monday - Saturday
S hopper The Mower County
• Tuesday, December 10, 2019 • Vol. 45, No. 50 Southern Minnesota Shoppers, Inc • 3405 W Oakland Avenue • Austin, MN • 507-437-7731
Details on Page 2
At SEMA Equipment
• December 12
Happy Holidays! Owned & Operated by: Ed & Sue Wells
109 S. Main, Austin, MN • 507-433-1924
Wishing you a safe and
Happy Holiday Season
JEANNE POPPE
MN Representative • District 27B
Happy Holidays Your Local Auto Glass Experts
• Mobile Service - we can come to you! • The friendliest service
507.437.6771
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Season’s Greetings
In warm appreciation of our association during the past year, we extend our very best wishes for a happy holiday season THE MOWER COUNTY
SHOPPER
3405 W Oakland Ave • Austin, MN
Adams Health Care Center
AHCC is committed to providing the highest quality nursing care and rehabilitative therapies. Our committed, reliable and trustworthy care team take pride in providing outstanding care for you and your family.
Skilled Nursing Staff • Individual Care Planning • Homelike Atmosphere Weekly Physician Visits • Therapies • Home Health Services Ministerial Visits • Group and Individual Activities Rehab Therapy - 7 Days a Week
Cedar Courts Apartments Assisted Living Meals • Housing and Much More!
810 W. Main St, Adams, MN 55909 www. adamshcc.com 507-582-3263
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Austin EAglEs Aerie 703
2511 11th Street NE, Austin 507-437-7132
433-8675 • 107 11th St. NE, Austin People Helping People
www.windriftlounge.com
Wed, Dec. 11: Burger Night 5:30-8:00 pm Thur, Dec. 12: Bingo 6:30 pm; Shepards Pie Fri, Dec. 13: Breaded Cod Dinner; Dylan's Christmas Show 7:30-11pm Sat, Dec. 14: Soup & Sandwich, Bar Bingo 2 pm; Evening- Fish Sandwich Free Bag of Ice With Purchase
507-437-3521
502 12th Ave NW, Austin
Friday: Fish Plate or House Smoked Meat Plate •$2.75 Domestic Bottle Beer 5:30-7 pm •Salad Bar included w/Entree or a-la-carte Saturday: Grilled Steak and Shrimp on a skewer Sunday: $3 Bloody Mary, Pizza & Pitcher of Beer $12 COUPON
100 Off
$
Any 1.75 Liter Bottle
Together, We Are Building A Better Community
COUPON
15% Off
Any Bottle or Box of Wine
Expires 10/31/19
Expires 12/31/19
Judy's Shuttle to
Treasure Island Casino & Bingo
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 Leave 8:00 am
Pick up at Courtyard 7:30 am; Shopko at 7:50 am; Lake Geo Travel Plaza (The Pit Stop) at 8:10 am $30 INCLUDES BUS RIDE, $3 FOOD COUPON & $20 IN SLOT PLAY For reservations Call Judy laskewitz 437-3343 or 438-7070 All Offers subject tO chAnge NEXT TRIP TO TREASURE ISLAND: TUES, NOV. 19
Carriers Wanted Deliver the Shopper Every Tuesday
Get Paid Monthly Earn Extra Money For Things That You Want to Buy
December 12, 2019 5:30-7:30 pm
SEMA Equipment
• Grand Meadow
505 4th Ave NE, Grand Meadow, MN 55936
Win Prizes Donated By Each Vendor!
YETI Cooler Gift Package Worth over $400!
Deliver Once a Week and Make Some Extra Money and Exercise at the Same Time. Deliver one day a week with no collecting. Shoppers can be delivered to your home. All supplies furnished. Call Ethan today at 507-396-6394
or email circulation@mowercountyshopper.com
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Furniture & Appliances
Snowmobiles
Morris Furniture’s Budget Shop is loaded with clearance and blowout priced items. All items discounted at 50% and more off. Sofas, recliners, sectionals and reclining sofas by popular name brand manufacturers. Mismatched mattress sets, all sizes. Morris Furniture Budget Shop, 1909 E. Main Str., Albert Lea, MN. 507-3736434. www.morrisfurniture.com tfn/36b00
2002 ARTIC CAT 600 PANTERA. 2-Up snowmobile, reverse, elctric start & hitch. One owner. 7100 miles $2000. 507-383-3088. 48/50
Apartments
ARIZONA CLEANING COMPANY. Serving Austin & Albert Lea area since 1999. Carpet, Upholstery, and Duct cleaning for all seasons. Don’t drown your carpet, dry clean it! Call 507-4337839. 50/00e00/52
1,2, & 3 Bdrm apartments available! In the city, close to downtown. And quiet country living. Nice apartments, affordable price. $500-$795. Laundry available, most locations. Basic utilities included at some locations. Call 507-440-4062. See kpmrent.com. 48/34b00/50 2 bdrm. $625/mo + gas & garbage. Garage & shared laundry. N.W. location. References required. Call for showing. 507-202-1724. 49/35b00/51
Condos & Townhomes FOR SALE BY OWNER:Condo in Oak Park Village. 2003C Burr Oak Drive. Austin. Active 55+ Community. 2 bdrms,2 bath,2 car garage. $145,000. Call 507-438-1201. 49/37p00/51
Houses For Rent AVAILABLE FOR LEASE-spacious executive flat, unique & charming. 2 bdrm., remodeled bath(with heated floor), remodeled kitchen. Large living area w/gas fireplace, full size office. 7 large closets, private deck, garage, W & D. Everything included-all utilities, internet. Fully furnished including linens, kitchen utensils, etc. $1200/mo. Available Jan. 1. Excellent close in location. Very comfy living(turn key). Call 507269-6080. 50/52
Cleaning Services
Need home repairs? Check the classifieds Handyman Services E.L.K. CONSTRUCTION HANDYMAN SERVICES: Update or replace windows, egress windows & doors. Home repair, remodeling & construction, decks, garages, siding, roof repair, drywall & texturing, concrete. Call Ernie at 4384307. 24 years experience, bonded. License #BC 710064. 50/37b00/52
Junk Removal
HOUSES AVAILABLE! 2 & 3 bdrms.$750-$975 per month. You pay utilities. You can find more information at kpmrent.com or call us at 507440-4062. Office is located at 508 Oakland Ave. W, Austin.Open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. 49/38b00/51tfn
JUNK REMOVAL – Old appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as Any Kind of Junk from Anywhere! Basements, attics, garages. Free estimates. Senior discounts, BEST PRICES! Call anytime 507-219-0466 48/nc/50
Office & Commercial Rental
Snow Removal
COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR RENT. 603 10th Dr. SE. 507-202-2828. 50/b/52
Storage Seasonal Storage in Austin: Boats-Pontoons & Campers. Call 433-7676. 39/p/53 Storage space,11x32ft,large space,10x12 space w/shelves-walk indoor,10x12 space w/shelvesw/roll up door. WANTED: chains and blade or snowblower for 280 or 300 model John Deere. 438-9141. 50/nc/50
Wanted To Rent Looking for tillable farmland to rent for 2020 season and beyond around Freeborn, Mower & Steele county. Competitive rent. 507-433-0005. 49/b/51
Comm. Vehicles & Trailers 100 TRAILERS IN STOCK! Snowmobile, Dump, Cargo. Aluminum, Steel, Open, Enclosed. Flaherty’s Albert Lea. www.hi-techmotorwerks.com 46/0al00/46
Congratulations Blooming Prairie Blossoms!
RESIDENTIAL SNOW BLOWING & SHOVELING AVAILABLE. One time service or all season long. Call or text Ryan for an estimate. 507-4385181. 49/37p00/51
PREPLANNING Showing You Care
1801 4th St NW • Austin • www.worlein.com
Pre-Arrangement • Pre-Funding
For all your preplanning needs Contact Mary Kittelson 433-5000
AREA DEATHS
Micheal “Oly” Olson, 66: died Nov. 24, 2019 Darlene M. Gerber, 86: died Nov. 27, 2019 Marian J. Martinsen: died Nov. 29, 2019 Jean M. Noel, 93: died Nov. 29, 2019 Francine M. James, 94: died Nov. 27, 2019 Ronald E. Groch, 84: died Nov. 28, 2019 Caleb R.M. Flicek, 15: died Nov. 21, 2019 Norma D Hartzell, 91: died Nov. 27, 2019 Terry C. Barnett, 70: died Nov. 30, 2019 Randy L. Duholm, 66: died Nov. 30, 2019 Bonnie K. O’Connor, 73: died Nov. 28, 2019 J. Grant Bentley, 87: died Nov. 27, 2019 Dianne J. Fitzgerald, 56: died Nov. 22, 2019 Edna R. Ludwig, 85: died Dec. 1, 2019 Joann M. Lee, 88: died Dec. 3, 2019 Stephen M. Brody, 63: died Nov. 30, 2019 Robert E. Newman, 79: died Dec. 1, 2019 Frank D Freese, 78: died Dec. 3, 2019 Maydene R. McDonald, 90: died Dec. 3, 2019 Herman S. Foster, 95: died Nov. 25, 2019 Kenneth J. Engelhardt, 93: died Nov. 30, 2019 1801 4th St. NW, Austin www.worlein.com
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December 15th ✞ 9:30 am Christmas Pageant "A Not So Silent Night"
December 22nd ✞ 5:00 pm Blue Christmas Service (a reflective service of healing and wholeness)
December 24th ✞ 5:00 pm
Christmas Eve Service
Tues. Dec. 24 • 4 pm "Candles & Carols"
Worship Service
10 am each Sunday
Crane Community Chapel
www.cranechapel.org 433-5844 • 1111 9th St. N.E., Austin
Candle Light Service Music Provided by: Chancel Choir and Westminster Strings
Sunday Worship 9:30 am Coffee & Fellowship 10:30 am
Sunday School & Adult Education 11:00 am
Westminster Presbyterian Church 802 4th St. SW, Austin • 433-3258 Rev. Michael Olmsted & Rev. Brittany MacMillan www.westminsteraustin.com
Christmas Eve Service December 24th • 6:30 pm Christmas Day • 10:00 am New Years Eve • 6:30 pm 1200 13th Ave NW, Austin 507.433.2642 stjohns@stjohnsaustinlcms.org
St. John’s Lutheran Church
Bethlehem Church Holiday Service Times Sunday, December 22nd 10:30 am Morning Worship
Tuesday, December 24th 5:30 pm Christmas Eve Service 1500 4th Ave SE, Austin 507-433-3705
The People of the First United Methodist Church invite you to come and worship the Christ Child!
Children's Christmas Program Sun, Dec 15th • 9:30 am
Christmas Eve Worship Services - Tuesday, Dec. 24th Family Christmas Eve Service 4:00 pm Worship with Carols, Candles & Communion 9:00 pm
First United Methodist Church 204 1st Ave. NW, Austin 507-433-8839 austinfumc.org www.austinfumc.org
OPEN HEARTS | OPEN MINDS | OPEN DOORS
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FA T
DON’T MISS THE ACTION!
Employment Opportunities
209 N. Main St. • 437-6677
I NIncome C O M E Tax TA X
Seeking a Part Time Receptionist for the upcoming tax season. (January - April)
I NIncome C O M E Tax TA X
Experienced Tax Preparers Wanted for the Upcoming Tax Season FT and PT Positions available Contact Fast Income Tax at 507-437-8511
Seeking a professional, friendly person to greet clients, answer phones and attend to general office duties
Contact Ben Gildner for more information 507-437-8511
December 13 & 14 vs. Minot Riverside Arena 7:05 pm Austin, MN
Catch the Bruins games, home and away, on the Bruins Media Net work with Voice of the Bruins TJ Chillot
FA T is currently hiring Delivery Driver and Pizza cook postions. Applicants can stop in after 4:00 pm daily
GO BRUINS!
NOW HIRING: Experienced Service Technician Full Time Call 507-433-3439 for an interview 101 S MAIN ST, AUSTIN
www.firestonecompleteautocare.com
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AUCTION & REAL ESTATE • Guide •
Estate Rummage Sale: Kevin Bartholmey 64904 148th St. Adams, MN 55909 Saturday, December 14th & Sunday, December 15th • 8 am - 4 pm
Many Antiques, Three Antique sewing machines in cabinet, One Sewing machine without cabinet, Collection of depression glass, Furniture, Male & Female clothing.
MEADOWS WEST TOWNHOMES NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes. Rent based on income. Credit Check & Criminal Background Check Required.
300 27th Street SW, Austin, MN 55912
507-434-2000
ESTATE (TAG) SALE THURS, DEC. 12 NOON – 5 PM, FRI., DEC. 13 9 AM - 5 PM | SAT., DEC. 14 9 AM – 5 PM
MILO (MIKE) & JANICE HOEL ESTATE 319 4th Street NW, Blooming Prairie, MN 55917 Directions: Off Hwy. 218, take 3rd St. NE, go to 2nd STOP SIGN (Nursing Home Corner) turn right 1 block to 4th St. NW, turn left to 319d Street NW. Watch for signs. Everything must go! Oak Vintage Pump Organ, Organ Stool, Oak Dresser w/Mirror, Several Rockers (all vintage), Round Maple Table w/2 leaves, 6 Antique Chairs, Many Maple Chairs, White Wicker Chair, 4 Drawer Chest, 8 ft. Sofa, Living Room Chair, School Desk, 2 Handmade Cradles, Marble topped Cupboard, Older Refrigerator, Trunks, Elec. Mintronic Piano, Vintage Wringer Washing Machine, Oak Wall Clock, Bench/TV Stand, Plant Stand. 50+ Pcs. Of Pewter inc. Pitchers, Creamers & Sugars, Candle Holders, much more, Books, books & more books Paperbacks & Hard Covers, Lots of Vintage Life Magazines, LP Records, CD’s, Set of Pfalsgraf Stoneware inc, Lots of serving pcs., 3 sizes Blue Glasses, Stemware, Lots of Fabric, Dress Patterns, Vintage & Newer Tins, Toys & Board Games, Tonka, Nylint & Ertl Farm Toys, Lg. Tonka Firetruck (like new), Shirley Temple Doll, Paperdolls, Doll Bed & many misc Dolls, Vintage Lunchboxes, Vintage Plates, Many Pictures, Misc. Christmas items inc, Ornaments in orig. Boxes, Small Appliances, Lots of Misc. Kitchen inc, Collectibles, Cookie Cutters, Syrup Pitchers, Juicers/ Reamers, Candles, Dozens of Rugs, Quilts, Bedspreads, Sheets, Pillowcases, Doilies & Dresser Scarves, Towels, Slide Projector & Screen, Few tools, Wooden Extension Ladder, Lots of Misc. too numerous to mention.
MUST BRING HELP TO LOAD HEAVY ITEMS AS WE HAVE NO ONE TO HELP YOU! Conducted by Dixie King, Austin, MN (507) 440-2474 with help from Judy Laskewitz (507)-438-7070 & friends
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