T uesday , J anuary 5, 2021 V ol . 47, N o . 1 S outhern M innesota S hoppers , I nc . 3405 W. O akland A venue • A ustin , MN 507-437-7731
You’re invited to the
Shop Local Better Hearing Open House! Special Guest
Hearing Tests Available
Nationally Known Hearing Aid Expert, Mihira Chandrasoma, will be available for our special event — AT NO CHARGE!
We’ll look into your ear canal with our video otoscope. As you are watching the TV screen, we’ll do a complete inspection of your ear canal and eardrum. If there is any amount of wax blockage, you’ll know immediately.
Audibel Hearing Centers 608 1st Drive Northwest Austin, MN 55912
2 DAYS ONLY: JANUARY 12TH & 13TH
CALL (507) 229-6366 TODAY!
FREE
Whatever your hearing needs may be, we invite you to our Shop Local Better Hearing Open House Event where you’ll receive: 1. Electronic hearing screening by our Licensed Hearing Specialist. 2. Ear scan — you will see your ear canal on a color TV screen with the use of our special video camera. Your condition may just be wax! 3. Free demonstration of Audibel’s latest technology! Via Edge AI is the world’s first hearing aid with Healthable features like Brain Tracking. Using integrated sensors and artificial intelligence Via Edge AI lets you monitor things like hearing aid use and engagement which can encourage social interaction and maintain brain health1.
4. If you currently have hearing aids, we will clean and fine-tune them at no charge.
During this event, we will be offering special discounts and incentives, including financing toward the purchase of any pair of hearing aids featuring advanced technology from Audibel!
Up to
40
% OFF
MSRP on any pair of advanced Audibel hearing technology! Expires 1/13/21
Audibel Hearing Centers 608 1st Drive NW • Austin, MN 55912
Audibel is here for you.
(507) 229-6366 Visit us online at www.audibelhightech.com 1 Source: Johns Hopkins Medicine
Via, Audibel and the Audibel logo are registered trademarks of Starkey Laboratories, Inc.
1,000+ Offices
©2020 Audibel. All Rights Reserved. 12/20
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Prepaid Funeral Plans that are...Guaranteed! Call Mayer Funeral Home, 433-1817 to meet with Brenda Schultz, Pre-planning Specialist. Guarantee your funeral costs at today’s prices. Compassion, Caring, Service with Respect Serving All Faiths in the Austin Area Since 1915
507-433-1817 600 2nd St NW, Austin www.mayerfh.com
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Sacred Heart Care Center Providing Alternatives in Long Term Care • Skilled Nursing Home Care • Home Health Care • Assisted Living Apartments • Adult Day Programs Known for Quality Care Since 1964
1200 12th St SW, Austin, MN
507-433-1808
Oakwood Cemetery
1800 4th St NW, Austin • 433-3304
“Slip” into the ease of LeRoy - Hometown Comfort with High Quality Care Respite Care, Assisted Living and Memory Care • Dedicated, caring & trained staff on-site 24 hours a day • RN and/or LPN available 7 days/week • Emergency call system • Daily activities • Weekly Housekeeping and Laundry available
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• Real Home Cooking • Spacious apartments & suites • Spacious community rooms for activities/events • Garage units available • Accept private pay • Accept Medical Assistance county/state waiver program
Wildwood Grove A great place to call home
410 East Main St LeRoy, MN
507.324.9515
www.wildwoodgrovemn.com
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We care about you!
To learn more about our rehab/skilled care community, visit good-sam.com.
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DE A DL I N E i s T hu r s d ay at 4 : 0 0 P M for t h e fo l l o w i ng Tu e s d ay ’s S h opp e r. Pl a c e y ou r c l a s s i f i e d a d b y e m a i l i ng c l a s s i f i e d s @ m o w e rc ou nt y s h opp e r. c om or c a l l u s at 5 0 7 - 4 3 7 - 7 7 3 1 to p l a c e y ou r a d o v e r t h e p h on e u s i ng a c re d i t c a rd . THE MOWER COUNT Y SHOPPER does not endorse or accept responsibility for any claims, products or ser vices expressed or implied in advertisement within this publication. If you have questions or concerns, first contact the vendor or the product or ser vice. If you do not get results, you may choose to contact your local or state Better Business Bureau.
FURNITURE & APPLIANCES
RENTAL APARTMENTS & DUPLEXES
AUTOMOBILES
CLEANING SERVICES
Morris Furniture’s Budget Shop is loaded with clearance and blowout priced items. All items discounted at 50% and more off. Sofa’s, recliners, sectionals & reclining sofas by popular name brand manufacturers. Mismatched mattress sets, all sizes. Morris Furniture Budget Shop, 1909 E. Main Str., Albert Lea, MN. 507-373-6434. www. morrisfurniture.com. 01/0al00/04
For Rent: Upstairs 1 bedroom, 1 person. No smoking, no pets. Utilities, garbage included. Northeast area. Deposit required. Call 507-4377542 or 507-481-8833. 53/36c00/02
NEED TO SELL A VEHICLE that is taking up space!! Advertise it in The Mower County Shopper for $20.00 for up to a month (4 issues). Call 507-437-7731 or email classifieds@mowercountyshopper.com. tfn/0nc00
ARIZONA CLEANING COMPANY. Serving Austin & Albert Lea area since 1999. Carpet Upholstery, Duct cleaning for all seasons. Don’t drown your carpet, dry clean it. Call 507-433-7839. btfn/19b00
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES NEED CASH - I give free appraisals of your coins 1964 and older. I am also looking to buy older coins such as silver dollars, halves, quarters, dimes, wheat and Indianhead cents. Please call Ron from Hayfield at 507-477-2427 or 507-2596460. 01/82c00/06
HAY FOR SALE For Sale: Round Bale Hay & Corn Stalks - good quality. Call for details & pricing. 507-438-9218. 53/35b00/02
HOME IMPROVEMENT Gutters by GT Seamless Gutter Installation and Leaf Protection. Free Estimates. Like us on Facebook. Call Adam 507-402-5541 or Zane 507-402-5578. btfn/0al00
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. btfn/38b00
1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments available! In the city, close to downtown. And quiet country living. Nice apartments, affordable price. $495-$800. Laundry available, most locations. Basic utilities included at some locations. Come in & ask about our February special! Call 507-440-4062. See kpmrent.com. btfn/18b00 3 Bedroom Apartment, $725.00 everything included. Must have good rental history. Call for showing 507-202-1724. btfn/18b00 1 Bedroom Apartment. $500.00 plus utilities. Must have good rental history. Call for showing. 507-202-1724. btfn/18b00
JUNK REMOVAL JUNK REMOVAL – Old Appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as Any kind of Junk from Anywhere! Basements, attics, garages. Any odd jobs. Free estimates. Senior discounts. BEST PRICES! Call anytime 507-219-0466. btfn/0nc00
STORAGE SPACE Now Available, RV indoor storage, easy access. Contact Jim 507-438-9974. tfn/0b00
HOUSES FOR RENT HOUSES AVAILABLE! 2 & 3 bedrooms. $750$975 per month. You pay utilities. You can find more information at kpmrent.com or call us at 507-440-4062. Office is located at 508 Oakland Ave. W, Austin. Open Monday-Friday 10AM5PM. btfn/19b50
BUSINESS SPACE FOR RENT Commercial Building for Lease: Large building for inside work and outside retail (ex:car lot) 605 10th Dr. SE, Austin, $650.00 a month plus utilities. Contact: D.G. 507-202-2828. 01/38b00/03 Available Now, Former Bus Company Facility and Offices 9600 sq. ft. block building, and 3200 sq. ft. office space. Contact Jim 507-438-9974 for more info. tfn/0b00 Available Now, 16,880 sq. ft. Former Bus Storage Metal Building. Contact Jim 507-438-9974 for more info. tfn/0b00
Business Directory
LOTS FOR SALE Last Lot for Sale on edge of NW Brownsdale. Quiet neighborhood, as close to country as you can get. Look it up on Google 105 Shania Street. Call 507-567-2481, leave message. 53/39b00/02
GARAGE SALES CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE for the Mower County Shopper is Thursday at 4:00 pm prior to the following Tuesday’s publication. Watch for Holiday Deadlines. Email classifieds@mowercountyshopper.com. Some restrictions apply. tfn/0nc00
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FA T I NIncome C O M E Tax TA X
Seeking a Part Time Receptionist for the upcoming tax season. (January - April)
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
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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
Place your auction or real estate advertisement in the Mower County Shopper! Our shopper is read by over 20,000 readers in the Austin & surrounding area!
CALL 507-437-7731 TODAY!
AUCTIONS
ONLINE AUCTION. Hansen Auction Group 250+ Items. Dickery BBQ, Gas Station & Car Wash Commercial Appliances, Equipment, Furniture & More. Call 763-389-5700 for more info. Bidding ends Jan 11. Bid now at HAGAUCTION.COM. (MCN)
AUTOMOBILES
DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-752-6680 (MCN) DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. CALL 1-855-977-7030 (MCN) CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2002 and Newer. Competitive Offer! Nationwide FREE Pick Up! Call Now For a Free Quote! 888-366-5659. (MCN)
CABLE/INTERNET
BEST SATELLITE TV with 2 Year Price Guarantee! $59.99/mo with 190 channels and 3 months free premium movie channels! Free next day installation! Call 855-824-1258. (MCN) Earthlink High Speed Internet. As Low As $14.95/ month (for the first 3 months.) Reliable High Speed. Fiber Optic Technology. Stream Videos, Music and More! Call Earthlink Today 1-855-6797096 (MCN) High-Speed Internet. We instantly compare speed, pricing, availability to find the best service for your needs. Starting at $39.99/month! Quickly compare offers from top providers. Call 1-855399-9295 (MCN) DISH TV $59.99 For 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. 1-844-316-8876. (MCN)
AT&T TV - The Best of Live & On-Demand On All Your Favorite Screens. CHOICE Package, $64.99/mo plus taxes for 12months. Premium Channels at No Charge for One Year! Anytime, anywhere. Some restrictions apply. W/ 24-mo. agmt (TV price higher in 2nd year.) Regional Sports Fee up to $8.49/mo. is extra & applies. Call IVS 1-866-387-0621. (MCN)
EDUCATION
Attention Active Duty & Military Veterans! Begin a new career and earn your Degree at CTI! Online Computer & Medical training available for Veterans & Families! To learn more, call 855-960-0997. (MCN)
EMPLOYMENT/ HELP WANTED
REGISTERED NURSE (Fayette, IA). 2 yrs exp in psychiatric or mental health required. Excellent benefits/perks. Text ‘Send me an App’ to (563)380-9299 or Call (563)425-3291. www.inspiringlivesiowa.org. EOE. (MCN)
FINANCIAL
The COVID crisis has cost us all something. Many have lost jobs and financial security. Have $10K In Debt? Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF! We can help! Get a FREE debt relief quote: Call 1-866-552-0649. (MCN)
HEALTH & MEDICAL
Stay in your home longer with an American Standard Walk-In Bathtub. Receive up to $1,500 off, including a free toilet, and a lifetime warranty on the tub and installation! Call us at 1-855-372-3080 or visit www.walkintubquote.com/midwest (MCN) Portable Oxygen Concentrator May Be Covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and long-lasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 844-7162411. (MCN)
MobileHelp, America’s Premier Mobile Medical Alert System. Whether You’re Home or Away. For Safety and Peace of Mind. No Long Term Contracts! Free Brochure! Call Today! 1-855-3859770. (MCN)
INCOME OPPORTUNITIES
NEW AUTHORS WANTED! Page Publishing will help you self-publish your own book. FREE author submission kit! Limited offer! Why wait? Call now: 855-623-8796 (MCN) Become a published author! Publications sold at all major secular & specialty Christian bookstores. CALL Christian Faith Publishing for your FREE author submission kit. 1-888-981-5761. (MCN)
MISCELLANEOUS
Eliminate gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 15% off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855-577-1268. Promo Code 285. (MCN) Two great new offers from AT&T Wireless!Ask how to get the new iPhone 11 or Next Generation Samsung Galaxy S10e ON US with AT&T’s Buy one, Give One offer. While supplies last! CALL 1-844-290-8275. (MCN)
VACATION/TRAVEL
DO WARM WINTERS SOUND GOOD?? Bring your RV down to the warm Rio Grande Valley. J-5 RV Park in Mission Tx. will welcome you with a country setting and friendly people. We have a special for 1st time visitors. We are following guidelines to keep everyone healthy and taking precautions to protect our community. hone us at 956-682-7495 or 515-418-3214. Email info@ j5rvparktexas.com Tom and Donna Tuttle, Managers. (MCN)
AUTOMOTIVE
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