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County declares state of emergency BY K AREN R EISNER karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com
The board authorized a letter to be sent to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety stating the county experienced extensive damage from the June 27-28 heavy rains and flooding. The commissioners unanimously passed a resolution declaring a state of emergency due to conditions resulting from the June flooding event at the July 2 board meeting. County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman said an initial report of damages sustained in Sumner, Jordan, and Chatfield Townships caused the county to meet or exceed 50% of the county federal damage indicator ($39, 436). The letter Jess Hemenway sings her way to first place in the adult group. BY R ICH WICKS rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com
As a part of Harmony’s weeklong 4th of July celebration, the third annual Harmony Sings event was held on Sunday, June 30 at the Old Legion Hall in Harmony, with approximately 70 people on hand. The event is organized by the Harmony Chamber of Commerce, and is affiliated with a statewide competition known as Minnesota Sings. One of those on hand was Chuck Spavin, representing Minnesota Sings. Chuck explained that, “I’m what they call the Lead Volunteer for Minnesota Sings. In reality, I’m the founder too, but we’re all volunteers. This is the tenth year overall. The first four years the event was called Hastings Sings… then
after four years we decided to take it statewide.” Each city holding a local “Sings” event can send their first and second place winners from each of the two age groups on to compete in the statewide Minnesota Sings event, which will be held this year on September 28 and 29 in Woodbury. Last year, Minnesota Sings included a total of 60 vocalists, from 35 different cities. This year’s Harmony Sings event, which welcomes amateur vocalists who are Harmony residents, was judged by Diana Lawrence, Jeff Thauwald, and Heidi Dybing. Gerri Nielsen served as emcee. There were six contestants total, with four in the 15-25 (youth) age bracket, and two singers in the 26+ (adult) group. The winner in each each
Photo by Rich Wicks group receives $250 in Harmony Bucks, with second place receiving $100. In the youth group (15-25 years), Krissie Biel won, singing “Ex’s and Oh’s,” with Ellie Liew placing second, singing “Til it Happens to You.” Kylie Fenton and Kayla Biel tied for the alternate (third) position, meaning they will be called upon if Krissie and/or Ellie are unable to compete at Minnesota Sings. In the adult group (26+), Jess Hemenway was the champion, performing “Make You Feel My Love,” while Jacque Ryan finished second, singing “Wade in the Water.” Kayla and Krissie Biel had a friendly “sibling rivalry” going in the event, as the sisters both See HARMONY SINGS Page 2 ➤
goes on to request the state’s assistance to conduct a Preliminary Damage Assessment for the State Public Assistance Program. The letter will be signed by Donald Kullot, Emergency Management and Duane Bakke, board chair. Kullot will be checking with townships and cities that may have experienced damage from this rain event. Sheriff John DeGeorge said there is more damage to be assessed. Damage assessments are to be done for this singular event. He asked that township officers take pictures of damages and e-mail them to Kullot. DeGeorge made it clear that further damage from ongoing See EMERGENCY Page 9 ➤
Relay for Life to be held in Lanesboro BY BARB JEFFERS barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com
It’s time to tie up your shoelaces and travel to Lanesboro for the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Fillmore County fundraiser to be held on Friday, July 12, 2019. Relay for Life activities will be taking place in Sylvan Park and in the Lanesboro Community Hall throughout the day and late into the night. With this year’s Relay for Life theme being “There’s no place like HOPE,” the coordinators of the event are including hints of The Wizard of Oz to make things even more interesting
and motivating. It takes many people to bring an event like this together and there are a large group of people who have been working many months, even years, towards hosting this event in Lanesboro. The location of Relay for Life of Fillmore County is on a twoyear rotation basis. “Lanesboro is now the destination for the next two years,” states Garrett Stadsvold, Community Development Manager with the American Cancer Society. Stadsvold says he is super excited about this year’s Relay for Life event. “Since I first started working for See RELAY FOR LIFE Page 7 ➤
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competed in the youth category. Kayla, who began singing in seventh grade choir and now sings in the women’s choir at SDSU,
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said, “It’s a great program. I’m glad that a little town like Harmony can put it on and continue to grow it every year. It’s also a great experience for singers.” This was Kayla’s second year competing in Harmony Sings.
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Regarding her own participation, Krissie said it was her first year competing in Harmony Sings, adding, “I’m really excited about having the opportunity of going up to Minnesota Sings and being able to continue this experience.” Before her first place performance at Harmony Sings, Krissie had competed in the Houston talent show and Howard County Fair (Cresco, Iowa) talent show earlier this summer, placing third in each. Chuck mentioned that the prizes at Minnesota Sings are significant, stating, “If you win first place at Minnesota Sings
Harmony Sings competitors were honored following their performances. Photo by Rich Wicks
this year, you would win $3,000 for yourself, and then you’d also win a five-hour recording session at one of the major recording studios in the Twin Cities… but then in addition to that, they also get a bonus check for $1,000 to bring back to their town and they get to pick what charity in town gets that $1,000. And then they also get another bonus check for $1,000 that they get to bring back and give to whoever was responsible for putting on the local ‘Sings’ event.” Chuck summarized, “Our longterm goal is to have 100 cit-
ies across Minnesota compete. Last year, we had 35 cities and a total of 60 vocalists.” He also added, “There is always a new first place winner at Minnesota Sings. The reason being is, once you win first place, you can never compete again.” Chuck said the singers perform a wide variety of musical styles, including “everything from Broadway to rock & roll, swing, jazz, blues, country, country rock, contemporary Christian, arias from operas, and much more.” He welcomes anyone interested to check out the website, Minnesotasings.com.
Welcome, Stephanie Erickson The team at The First State Bank of Fountain is proud to gain the talents of Lanesboro native Stephanie Erickson, a 2015 graduate of Lanesboro High School. After graduating from Iowa State University with a B.S. in Agricultural Business Management and Economics in May she started working as the New Accounts Representative and Compliance Officer at The First State Bank of Fountain in May 2019 While she still helps out with the family farm located on the outskirts of Lanesboro, she is looking forward to working with agricultural, residential and business customers in her new role at The First State Bank of Fountain. Stop by and say “hello” to Stephanie Erickson!
Krissie Biel, winner of the youth competition during Harmony Sings. Photo by Rich Wicks
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C OMMENTARY Learning from trees and watching debates By Jeff Erding Wykoff, MN If you have an interest in nature and trees, I urge you to visit the adjoining Parks of K i n g s Canyon and Sequoia in central California. I recently visited there, Jeff Erding what an experience it was to see the groves of Giant Sequoias and learn about their relationship to fire. Giant sequoias are the largest trees in the world; the General Sherman [1,700 yrs. old] is the largest. it is 36’ across at the base and 280’ tall. General Grant is over 40’ at the base, but a shorter height relegates it to the world’s third largest tree. All the large Sequoias have fire scars; some so severe one marvels that they can survive. But survive they do, and can live to 3,000 years old or more. Cindy and I toured interpretive sites in both parks, spent time with park rangers, and observed prescribed fires that are now standard practice to maintain a healthy ecosystem. What we learned vindicates my assertions about fires in the west... And leaves my ill-informed critics, particularly Mr. Panko, with egg on their face. Pre-settlement, frequent fires were a natural part of the ecosystem. Fuel loads were reduced, thus reducing severity. Giant sequoias have seeds the size of an oatmeal flake. To sprout, seeds need contact with Editorial Cartoon
soil, thus the need for fire to knock back brush and consume the layer of pine needles on the forest floor. Post settlement, fire suppression interrupted the process. Suppression in the parks continued for years, but in the 1920s it was discovered that very few Sequoia seedlings existed. It was discovered that fire was needed to create conditions that allowed sequoia seeds to sprout. Fire suppression also creates other problems. Without fire or harvest, some tree species, mainly pines, become overcrowded. When a natural dry weather pattern develops, these trees are weakened, making them susceptible to attack by pine bark beetles. Half the land in many western states is under federal control, with bureaucrats sitting at a desk thousands of miles away making critical decisions about access roads, fire suppression, and tree harvest. Add to this the rapid expansion of urban development into areas where natural fires could once burn frequently with little harm, and fires become catastrophic. People who exacerbate these problems do not wish to admit to the decision making that created the situation, so they resort to the tactic of blaming “climate change.” With a compliant media and government swamp dwellers along with the elitist leftist/intellectual crowd, many people are hoodwinked. Don’t buy the B.S. Western wild fires are largely caused by poor environmental decisions that place unreasonable limits on access, tree harvest, and grazing on western federal land, ignoring
the advice of experienced land managers and biologists. A quick word on the Democrat debates; The latest far left wish list: of slaves. couples
abortions, infanticide of live babies at the mother’s discretion. loans College If you support these things, don’t read my submissions. They will just ruin your day. Lastly, a shout out to Professor Kim Stelson for proving my point about the arrogance of Intellectual Elitists. Thanks Professor, you no doubt have expertise in some things but debate is not one of them. You stated everything I wrote was false, then went on to prove the 1922 Post article was real. You did nothing to refute my claims of a warm climate on earth followed by the mini ice age from roughly the 13th to the 16th century that caused terrible famines. You cannot because the mini ice age did occur, as you well know. So what is left of your attack? A tantrum because Mr. Trump won despite the media, the Washington Swamp, Democratic Dirty Tricks, and intellectual Elitist snobs all being against him. But thanks for writing, your note shows everyone the thought police are alive and well, ready to attack anyone who fails to embrace the far left agenda.
Devil’s Advocate…Maslow’s Theory of Human Motivation By Aaron Bishop Harmony, MN I first learned about Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs in my high school psychology class. My teacher insisted that we internalize and understand the topic. He was, and Aaron Bishop is, a great teacher (he’s enjoying retirement now). He was a “Don’t judge others until you take a walk in their shoes” kind of teacher. What he taught me about Abraham Maslow has stuck with me to this day. Maslow’s Hierarch is usually drawn as a five-level pyramid. The concept is that one needs to fulfill the lowest pyramid levels before moving further up, like building the base of a pyramid before the apex. However, it’s not impossible to fulfill some aspects of a hierarchical level “out of order,” it would just be more difficult to do so without satisfying the foundational needs first. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs from base to apex are as follows: Physiological: These are the basic needs people have. They include such things as food, air, water, shelter, warmth, sleep, etc. Without most or all basic human needs met, one is unlikely to focus on the next level of Maslow’s Hierarchy. Safety: This is the first deprivation need. After one’s immediate need to survive is met, the next level to focus on includes physical safety. Perhaps one can understand when a person puts themselves, or another in harm’s way in order to obtain basic physiological needs. Aladdin stealing bread in the marketplace is a simple Disney example. Social Belonging: What do people seek next if they are safe and have their basic physiological needs met? Social belonging refers to friendship and emotional connections with others. Humans are social organisms, and there is a general need for connection. Obtaining the third level in Maslow’s Hierarchy can help ensure the first two levels of needs will be met. People are safer in larger groups and don’t go hungry as often when working together for a common goal. Esteem: Not only does this forth pyramid level concern everyone’s desire to obtain some measure of respect, but it also covers cognitive and aesthetic needs. Cognitive need is the need or desire to explore, to gain knowledge, to satiate one’s curiosity. It doesn’t matter what the curiosity is per se; learning about
plate tectonics or why Kim Kardashian is famous are (surprisingly) in the same category. Aesthetic needs are the need to experience what is beautiful such as looking at artwork, listening to the sounds of a stream, or enjoying someone’s smile. Self-Actualization: This pinnacle level is attained when a person recognizes and achieves their full potential as a human being. Maslow hypothesizes that one must fulfill all the previous levels in order to reach this final goal that deals with morality, spirituality, and overall contentment. How many people in today’s environment can focus on Maslow’s top two pyramid levels? If I have achieved “esteem” and “self-actualization,” what can I do to recognize that others may still be struggling with “social belonging” or “safety” or “physiological” levels of the hierarchy? I would note Maslow’s Hierarchy isn’t flawless, nor will it answer the “why” to any particular behavior, but the idea he brings forth of the hierarchy of needs of individuals, is relevant. People’s actions are based on what they need to do first, and what they want to do, second. However, what happens if what needs to be done cannot be done? What if someone cannot feed themselves or their family? What actions will they take to accomplish that basic need? What is the motivation for their actions? I encourage you to take Maslow’s concept and apply it to situations that might not make sense to you, particularly when it concerns the behavior of others. After all, what would you do if your region was without food or clean water? What would you do if you were truly persecuted for your ethnicity, religion, gender identity, etc.? I believe the more we seek to understand each other and help fulfill the basic needs of others, the stronger we become as a community. Let’s take a walk in each other’s shoes. Cheers. Sources: A Theory of Human Motivation: http://psychclassics.yorku.ca/ Maslow/motivation.htm We are your #1 source for legal notices.
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By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com Imagine if you owned an auto repair shop, and a customer came to you and asked you to give them a quote on repairing their vehicle. Jason Sethre The customer tells you they can’t afford to get the repairs made at this time. Within a week, that customer calls you, the auto repair shop owner, and says they went on the Internet and bought all of the parts needed for the repairs and they watched some YouTube videos to learn how to perform those repairs. But, they were stuck on a few things they couldn’t figure out in the video, so they called your auto repair shop and asked you if you could walk them through it over the phone. How would you feel if you were that auto repair shop owner? How could your business survive if you helped everyone for free? Another customer walks in the door and tells you they bought some tires on the Internet and they’d like you to install them on their vehicle, and they tell you they won’t pay over a certain price for installation. You know that you can’t survive on charging for labor only. You need to make a little money on the mark-up of products like tires. When we talk about shopping local, we are not just talking about buying products. We also have to consider the service industries in our region who keep our dollars local. Here’s another one for you. Let’s say you own a heating and plumbing business, and you receive a call from someone who
By Stan Gudmundson Peterson, MN If I wanted to undercut, diminish, and/or destroy an opinion I didn’t agree with, I might start with telling you all about my bon-a-fides. I would begin by highlighting my credenCol. Stan tials. For Gudmundson example, I might point out that I am a Distinguished professor. In the College of Technical stuff. At the largest university in the state. In other words, I want everyone to know that I am really smart and am very accomplished in a challenging discipline. The opponent? Well, he could be very bright but he doesn’t have credentials equivalent to mine to prove that. Therefore, as a reasonable person, you must conclude that what I say is more factual than what he says. I’m really smart you know and have got all that learnin’ and a paper trail along with many diplomas to prove it. I would then quote a source that would, of course, have as its tenets and goals positions emphasizing “non-partisanship and fairness, transparency of sources, transparency of funding and organization, transparency of methodology and open and honest corrections policy.” Like, oh, let’s say the “International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN).” Not only would I have established my superior credentials, but I also would have added an impeccable source that supports not only my brilliance but also the positions on issues I hold. The argument is over. There is nothing more to be said. I and the unrefutable source have conquered. In the 17 June 19 edition of the Fillmore County Journal, that is essentially what we got from a writer maligning an earlier editorial written by Jeff Erding. Except the author didn’t tell us some important
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would like you to install a faucet they purchased at a big box store in Rochester. Your plumbing business has a complete inventory of high quality faucets that have been tried and tested with thousands of local customers. The faucet this customer purchased from a big box store in Rochester is not the best quality, but you install what was provided by the customer. Within one month, the faucet starts to leak and fails to perform as intended. The homeowner calls you because you performed the initial installation, expecting you to warranty the work on the lesser quality product. You know that your own faucets are better quality and you don’t have problems because they are built to last. Yes, they may cost more, but you operate with the motto “you get what you pay for.” What are you supposed to do? You are installing something that doesn’t meet your standards of excellence, and trying to keep the customer happy. And yet another one. Let’s say you own an appliance store, and someone calls you to get your help installing an appliance you bought from a big box store in Rochester. You sell the same appliance they purchased elsewhere. If they would have purchased the appliance from your local familyowned store, you would have provided the delivery and installation free of charge. They trust you enough to install their appliance, but they won’t buy it from your store? These are just a few examples of stories I have heard over the past few years, as I have spoken with local business owners throughout our region. These local family-owned businesses have expenses such as payroll, insurance, utilities, inventory costs, facility costs, and they also need to put food on the table for their families. With any local business owner, they are the last one to get paid in their business. When locals spend their money in Rochester or somewhere outside of our small towns, that money is gone — never to return to our small towns. It usually ends up in the coffers of a corporation that doesn’t care about our small towns and our schools. Our local businesses will generously donate to local chamber of commerce golf tournaments, booster clubs, 4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, youth sports, and other benefits for the community. Corporations in the big city will make NO DONATIONS to our communities. They will take our money and run. Please consider the impact of your buying decisions. Your money spent locally will circulate in so many ways. Jobs. Taxes. Donations. Just to name a few.
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details about the IFCN. Nonpartisan and all that other fluff? Not quite. Who runs the IFCN? Well that would be the Poynter Institute. That’s funded by George Soros. IFCN also gets funding from the leftist Omidyar Network. Pierre Omidyar, founder of eBay, set that up. And that network has ties with the Open Society Foundation and the Tides Foundation, both funded by Soros as well. The Tides Foundation itself is about as extreme left as any organization can be. If you know anything about Soros, you know that he does not have our best interests at heart. Yours or mine or Americas. He is a vile man with malign intentions and cannot be trusted. The same goes for what he supports and funds. A lot of what we have gotten, get, and will get from his organizations is just plain fake news. By the way, journalist Andy Ngo recently suffered a brain hemorrhage when he was attacked by Antifa thugs in Oregon. Who do you think another Soros funded organization, Media Matters, stood up for? Andy Ngo or Antifa? They defended Antifa. Gives you a good indication of what sorts organizations Soros funds and what kind of man he is. Is IFCN credible? Really questionable. Unfortunately, the learned professor’s faith in it and himself isn’t entirely credible either.
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Kingsland board discusses facility project progress. Photo by Rich Wicks By Rich Wicks The Kingsland School Board held a “work session” board meeting on July 1. All members were present (Board Chair Jackie Horsman, Kyle Rader, Maranda Emig, Natasha Howard, Tiffany Mundfrom, Leah Stier, and Superintendent James Hecimovic). Also attending was Principal Scott Klavetter. The board discussed the ongoing longterm facility maintenance (indoor air quality) proj-
ect. Superintendent Hecimovich informed the board that, “We discovered that we have a water issue in the basement, not caused by any previous construction, just caused by the age of the building.” He said there are two solutions the board can consider, with the first being a “quick fix” of installing some vents in the walls, at a cost of roughly $15,000. He said with the quick fix, “The issue is, you have a high potential for
mold development,” especially in a wet year. He added that, “It has been seeping for years. There are some cracks that have developed.” The other solution Hecimovich mentioned was excavating outside and waterproofing the exterior, at a cost of roughly $75,000. Horsman pointed out that the $75,000 figure was based on a “worst case everything” estimate from the contractor, so the actual cost of this option may be less. It was mentioned that whichever solution the board chooses, it will paid for using available “contingency funds” within the project budget. Horsman voiced her opinion that, as a taxpayer, she feels the school district should always assure that facilities are constructed and maintained to the best of the board’s ability within available funding. She and Emig also said they would expect that if the board chose the “quick fix” and a later abatement were needed, the cost would end up being higher. The issue will be an action item on the agenda for the board’s July 15 meeting. Hecimovich informed the
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County board that an issue was also discovered regarding previous construction that was apparently not done in accordance with the full compliance with the constructions specifications. He said Kingsland will work with the district’s attorney to contact the contractor to see what can be done. The board discussed planned communications related to the operating levy referendum. Regarding Kingsland’s referendum informational website, Rader said he feels the website is “good to go” but said he will continue to welcome feedback and make adjustments as needed. The board also discussed participating in parades this summer/fall, and attending city council and township meetings this fall to get the word out about the referendum. The board plans to have board members, individually or in pairs, come to some city and township meetings, to inform citizens about the referendum. Hecimovich said the board will need to decide which townships to go to, since he said some townships have “just a sliver” that is within the Kingsland school district.
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July’s show features musical guest Jillian Rae, a versatile singer-songwriter and violinist drawing upon roots, rock, and Americana. Jillian will be in Lanesboro all week for a miniresidency at Lanesboro Arts that culminates in a concert with a full band at the St. Mane Theatre on Saturday, July 13. Jillian has invited members of the variety show cast to join her on stage to provide vocal accompaniment on one of her songs. Interested individuals of all ages are encouraged to join Jillian at a rehearsal with cast members on July 9 at 7 p.m. and/or July 12 at 5:30 p.m. Lanesboro Arts’ Performing Artist Engagement Program is made possible by a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. Host Damon Prestemon continues to propel the 25th season forward with his rapidfire wit and keen improvisational instincts that keep the show fresh and fun. Lanesboro Arts’ own Adam Wiltgen will serve as this month’s musical director, accompanying the all-volunteer cast on his beachfriendly Danelectro guitar throughout the show. Doors open for seating at 7 p.m. with Ted Hajnasiewicz, a singersongwriter from Minneapolis, providing pre-show musical entertainment beginning at 7:10 p.m. “Over the Back Fence” Community Variety Show is produced by Lanesboro Arts and is staged at the St. Mane Theatre on the second Fridays of March through November in 2019. Upcoming shows include
“Anniversaries” on August 9 and “50 Nifty States” on September 13. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased online at www. lanesboroarts.org, in person at the Lanesboro Arts Gallery (103 Parkway Ave N), or at the door at the St. Mane Theatre —as available — beginning at 6:30 p.m. the evening of the show. The St. Mane Theatre is located at 206 Parkway Ave N. in Lanesboro. Every show is unique, with a different theme and fresh material. Each show is also broadcast on Winona State University’s KQAL 89.5FM on the Wednesday five days after the show at 6 p.m. (also available for streaming at www. KQAL.org). Additionally, “Over the Back Fence” is published as
The board discussed a number of annual designations and fees that the board must decide upon. Starting in January 2020, most of these will be decided at the start of the calendar year rather than in the summer. Hecimovich recommended no changes in the Miscellaneous Fees schedule. Principal Klavetter explained that, due to state guidelines, there will be a new schedule of fees for Student/Adult Meal Prices. He said the fees will now be determined on set tiers (Kindergarten, Grades 1-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, and Adult). He said the fees will be different for each group because different portion sizes will be offered to each group. He said because of this, it will create challenges in the scheduling of lunch periods. No decision was reached on how to best schedule lunch periods, but Klavetter said this is something he’ll be working on. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. The next board meeting will be on Monday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m. As always, the public is welcome at all open meetings. a podcast on the iOS Podcasts app and many other podcast services. “Over the Back Fence” sponsors help to make the affordable ticket prices possible: Batstone CPA, The Bite Restaurant, Bluff Country Computer Works, Cedar Valley Resort, E2 Boutique, Estelle’s Eatery & Bar, F & M Community Bank, Granny’s Liquor, Great River Shakespeare Festival, Green Gables Inn, High Court Pub, Lanesboro Area Community Foundation, Lanesboro Arts, Lanesboro Public Library, Manion Law Office, Merchants Bank, Niagara Cave, Nutrien Ag Solutions, Old Barn Resort, Pedal Pushers Café, Randy Schultz Drywall, Rushford – Preston – Harmony Foods IGA, SMG Web Design and Thrivent Financial – Walter Bradley.
Diana Lawrence and Bonnie Hulsing performing at last month’s “On Broadway” show. Photo submitted
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the American Cancer Society almost two years ago I really haven’t been able to venture out into these communities I work in,” but he is glad he has been able to spend quite a bit of time in Lanesboro preparing for the relay. “It’s a beautiful small town and it has a lot going for it,” adds Stadsvold. The City of Lanesboro is normally busy on weekends, between tourists and local residents, but the town will
have even more visitors on July 12 as it brings a lot of people from other communities, notes Stadsvold. Co-chairs of the Relay for Life in Lanesboro are Michele Peterson and Sue Peterson and planning and preparing for the event is not the only thing on their minds. “I’m hoping for good weather,” says Michele, as having a nice day will certainly impact turnout for the day’s events. If you have never attended a Relay for Life event and are not sure what it is all about, Michele doesn’t want that to
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with kids games from 5:30-7 p.m. The Opening Ceremony, which is held to honor anyone who has been affected by cancer in any way and to recognize all of those who worked together to put the event together, will take place at 6 p.m. Following the Opening Ceremony will be the Survivor’s/Caregivers Lap as the American Cancer Society’s website, (http://main.acsevents. org/site/TR?fr_id=93036&pg =informational&sid=212807 &name=event-details), states, “Survivors and Caregivers are
their audiences wherever they go. Performing at the Relay for Life event will be personal for the sisters as the Facebook page goes on to say “their love of singing and entertaining has led them to formally start their group, Sister Luv, to honor their Papa Bear who passed last November after battling brain cancer. He was their greatest fan and even though he is now in heaven, he will be with them in spirit,” and his applause will surely be heard over anyone else’s. A delicious meal will be shared at the Community Supper from 5-7 p.m., along
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A few of the planning committee members for the Relay for Life event to be held in Lanesboro, Minn., on Friday, July 12, 2019, take time for a photo during a recent planning meeting. Included in the photo are Garrett Stadsvold, Community Development Manager with the American Cancer Society; co-chairs of the Fillmore County Relay for Life event, Michele Peterson and Sue Peterson; and many others who give their time and effort to the event. Photo by Barb Jeffers
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the heart and soul of Relay For Life events. We honor their strength and courage with every step they take. It doesn’t matter if you were diagnosed 10 days ago or 10 years ago, you can walk while everyone gathers together to cheer you on.” Team Recognition will also take place after the Survivors/
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Caregivers Lap and pictures will be taken of the teams. Immediately after Team Recognition an exciting Live Auction will take place, with fantastic items up for bid that you will surely want to take home with you. One interesting item of note will be “Pinkie” the pink tractor that seems to be a local mascot for Relay for Life, as it has been auctioned off in the past and gets donated
back, giving others a chance to raise cancer awareness. A Silent Auction will also be held from 6:30-9 p.m. with many interesting items available to bid on, including many gift certificates, gift baskets and more items too numerous to list. The Balloons to Heaven event, which is special to so many people, will take place following the live auction and the even more emotional
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. Luminary Lighting Ceremony will begin at 8 p.m. Seeing all of the luminaries lit with names of those who have battled and are battling cancer, and those who have been lost to cancer, brings to the surace the reality of why you are all there, and gives a visual as to how many of your friends and neighbors have been affected by cancer. Pete Klug Music will entertain the crowd from 8:15-9:45 and
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storms will need to meet the threshold and require a separate declaration. Ron Gregg, Highway, added the state would have to meet its threshold before it declares a state of emergency to get federal assistance. MnDot District 6 work plan Kurt Wayne, District Principal Planner, and Mike Dougherty, Public Affairs/Community Relations, reviewed improvement plans for 2019, a four year plan beginning in 2020, and a long range plan through 2029. District 6 includes 11 counties in southeast Minnesota. Roads included in 2019 construction projects in Fillmore County are Highway 30 repaving from Highway 74 east to west of Rushford, a portion of the Highway 52 resurfacing
from CR 5 in Chatfield to I-90, and a portion of the resurfacing of Highway 16 from I-90 to Tracy Rd. in Spring Valley. Project plans are always in flux depending on road condition changes and funding availability. For example, repaving of Highway 80 through Wykoff and to the south of Fountain was scheduled for 2024, but due to its comparative good condition the project has been moved back to 2029. Wayne admitted that projects they would like to do are delayed due to budget limits. He referred to a chart which showed less funding for nonnational highway systems than last year. Highways 52 and 63 are part of the national highway system. Wayne showed where some projects are moved back a year, forcing other projects for the next year to be moved back in a domino effect because of fund-
Monday, July 8, 2019 ing limits. This domino effect forces revisions of the level of funding to be anticipated in succeeding years. Bakke said our legislators insist we have more dollars for transportation than ever before. Wayne acknowledged that it seems to be true, but even with an actual increase in dollars, the increase fails to keep up with actual purchasing power because of increased costs/inflation. Bakke said, “I recognize that, but they (our legislators) don’t. It is getting old.” Dougherty added some of the increase in actual dollars is being used to pay back bonds, which is money already spent. Vickerman, Bakke, and Commissioner Randy Dahl all expressed concerns over the condition of portions of Highway 43, through Choice. Bakke maintained there should be a lower speed limit on Highway
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43 from CR 37 to CR 12. The speed limit was raised on Highway 43 a few months ago to 60 mph. Vickerman said there are three distinct areas, especially the corner above Choice where big chunks are out near a bridge, causing safety concerns. Dahl said markers are needed and there is no shoulder due to heavy rains. Dahl asked if construction planning is taking into account a future of autonomous (self driving) vehicles. Wayne said they were considering the future use of these vehicles and considering different scenarios and how autonomous vehicles may be used. Other business in brief Drew Hatzenbihler explained Revolution Plastics is willing to provide Ag Plastic Recycling at the recovery center at no cost to the county. Residents that don’t produce enough plastic to qualify for a dumpster from Revolution Plastics on their own property could bring Ag Plastic to the recovery center. About 85 ton has been collected by Revolution Plastics and that could only be half of the plastic out there. Hatzenbihler said there are two options: dumpsters at the recovery center where residents put their plastic into the dumpster or the sale of collection bags for residents to fill and bring in to the recovery center. Hatzenbihler preferred the dumpster on site as it would take less storage room. The board approved going ahead with the option of Revolution Plastics bringing dumpsters on site for residents to fill. Two possible Minnesota CAP grant options were discussed for facility improvements/renovations in 2021/2022. A 50% match is possible for improvements. But, a 75% match could be available for a complete
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reconstruction of the transfer station. This could allow for more storage, loading dock, and furniture and mattress recycling. Hatzenbihler said he would like to collect paint year round. This is two years out; a consultant could look at the property and money could be budgeted for this future project. Hatzenbihler explained this was intended to be informational to see if there is interest in moving forward, to do planning. The Winneshiek County Hauler Permit for July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2020, at a rate of $70 per ton was approved. received approval to purchase a survey tool called a Punjear Jack Hammer from Fastenal, the lower of two quotes, at a cost of $4,269. This was slightly over the $4,000 budgeted for this tool. as a Registered Nurse effective August 12 was approved. Corson updated the board on a ruling made by the Tax Court on June 4 favoring Northern Natural Gas. The company had appealed assessments for the years 2015, 2016, and 2017. Corson said the Department of Revenue has struggled with how to assess pipeline and stations. State assessor values assigned are higher than those of the court. Money will have to be refunded. Fifty-nine out of 87 counties will be affected. The court apportionable market value is about $93 million less in 2015 and $147 million less in 2016 than the assessed apportionable market the decision to the Minnesota Supreme Court. Vickerman said there is nothing the county could have done differently; it is all based on Department of Revenue assessments.
Minnesota Groundwater Protection Rule regulations begin in 2020 Rule limits use of nitrogen fertilizer in areas with vulnerable soils ST. PAUL, MINN. – The state’s new Groundwater Protection Rule (GPR) became effective June 24, 2019. The GPR will reduce the risk of nitrate from fertilizer impacting groundwater in areas of the state where soils are prone to leaching and where drinking water supplies are threatened. Nitrate is one of the most common contaminants in Minnesota’s groundwater; elevated nitrate levels in drinking water can pose serious health concerns for humans. “Implementation of the Groundwater Protection Rule is a major milestone in protecting the state’s groundwater and ensuring all Minnesotans have safe drinking water,” said Governor Walz. “I want to commend the Minnesota Department of Agriculture for their commit-
ment to making Minnesota a leader in addressing nitrate contamination and for their collaborative approach with farmers in doing so. The MDA went above and beyond in their duty to gather public comments and respond to feedback as they developed these important regulations.” The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) will oversee implementation of the rule. Beginning in 2020, use of nitrogen fertilizer in the fall and on frozen soils will be restricted in areas of the state with vulnerable groundwater, such as areas with coarse textured soil, shallow bedrock, or karst geology, and in public wellhead areas – known as Drinking Water Supply Management Areas (DWSMAs) – See GROUNDWATER Page 11 ➤
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Kayla, Cadence, Cole, Terence, and Jordyn. Roy was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, three Roy Bollinger Roy M. Bollinger, 95, of brothers, and two sisters. A funeral service was held Rushford, Minn., died on at 11 a.m. on July 6, 2019, at Wednesday, Lewiston Church of the BrethJune 26, ren in Lewiston. Visitation was 2019, at the 5-7 p.m. July 5, 2019, at Hoff Good ShepFuneral and Cremation Service herd Lutherin Rushford and one hour prior an Home in to the service on Saturday at Rushford. the church. Burial followed the Roy was service in the church cemetery. born on July Roy Bollinger The family prefers memo5, 1923, in Ephrata, Pa., to Christ and rials to the Good Shepherd Florence (Minnich) Bollinger. Lutheran Home. He was raised in Pennsylvania. Tony L. Gunderson Roy married Margaret FinkTony L. Gunderson, age 70, biner. Margaret died in 1987. On July 30, 1988, he married of Florence, Ariz., formerly of Mildred Stoltzfus. Roy farmed Mabel, died Monday, July 1, all of his life. He took over the 2019, at St. Marys Hospital in family farm in Pennsylvania Rochester, Minn. Tony was born August 28, and in 1979 Roy moved to the Rushford, Minn., area where 1948, in Spring Grove, Minn., he farmed corn, soy beans, and to Jerome and Maxine (Wright) He graduated beef cows until his retirement Gunderson. in his late 80s. He was a mem- from Mabel High School in ber of the Lewiston Church 1966. From 1966 to 1972 he of the Brethren in Lewiston, served in the Army National Minn. Roy enjoyed his Bos- Guard, trained in heavy equipton Terrier, Cookie; farm sales, ment mechanics. On May 1, auctions, travel and going to 1971, he married Myrna Yotter in Lake City, Minn. They McDonald’s. He is survived by his wife made their home in Mabel, Mildred; two sons, Terry raising three children: Jenny, (Karen) Bollinger of Rushford Ian, and Cory. Tony worked and Mike (Patricia) Bollinger as a sprinkler fitter, then as an of Winona; two stepchildren, insurance agent with his parShelia (Mike Kline) Peters ents in Mabel and for a short of Manheim, Pa., and Kevin time in Rochester. He worked (Michele) Peters of Foun- at the Jennings State Bank in tain, N.C.; three grandchil- Spring Grove until 1989 when dren: Andrea Laumb, Marcie he returned to sprinkler fitting, Buum, and Travis Bollinger; retiring in 2004. In retirethree step-grandchildren: Sean, ment he worked part-time drivZachary, and Noah; and six ing the residents at Green Lea great-grandchildren: Carson, Manor Nursing Home. In
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2011 they moved to Florence, Ariz., and returned to Minnesota for the summers. Tony was very community oriented and loved to offer his time, energy and resources to multiple organizations over his lifetime. He was an active member of the American Legion Post 299 in Mabel and held positions on the local, county, and district levels. He also became a member of American Legion Post 97 of San Tan Valley after moving to Florence. He was a member of the Mabel First Lutheran Church, had been a member of the Jaycees and was a Scout Master for Troop 68 in Mabel. Tony enjoyed working on projects including home remodeling, tinkering on cars, boating, fishing and woodworking, volunteering at the church and food bank, and talking with people. Tony is survived by his wife Myrna of Florence, children Jenny (Grant) Paedon of San Jose, Calif., Ian (Teoby) of San Tan Valley, Ariz., and Cory (Rose) of Safford, Ariz.; grandchildren Gunnar, Giselle, Grace, Gleanby, Brisenia, Cristobal and Eric; great-grandchildren Haby, Glean Harvey, Nicolyas and Sebastian; siblings Gary (Cheryl) of Canton, James (Sheree) of Stewartville, Jean (Terry) Ingvalson of Mabel, and Jerry Wayne (Sonya) of Decorah, Iowa; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 6, 2019, at the Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel, with Rev. Elliott Malm officiating. Visitation as 5-7 p.m. on Friday, July 5, at the Mabel First Lutheran Church in Mabel. Burial with military honors took place at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 5, at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston. Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel assisted the family with arrangements.
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ment of 13 people. Tuck noted this money, an estimated $1.1 million, would contribute to economic activity in the county in the form of real estate, utilities, wholesale trade, and business within the city, such as restaurants, banking, and more. While the market study initially called for an 80-unit facility, the EDA targeted the more realistic facility size. Mayor Jason Resseman noted the facility would be a huge asset to the city with the added benefit of generated property taxes. Additionally, Councilor Chase Bakke suggested the residents moving to the facility could open up opportunities for others in the city. The facility is still in the design phase. “We’re looking at is this a positive for community and this talks about the value See LANESBORO Page 15 ➤
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Rushford Village approves variance request By Kirsten Zoellner After a lengthy review process and a public hearing, the Rushford Council has approved a request by Terry Hubbard to construct a shed on his 44587 Oakview Loop property. Hubbard has maintained that due to the location of the residence on his property, existing and secondary drainfield areas, and stormwater flow he is limited on where he can construct a shed and sought a variance to construct it. The proposed shed is 30-feet by 30-feet, with 10-foot sidewalls, one 16x8 overhead door, one walk-through door, and six windows. Hubbard is conforming to subdivision covenant by siding it in wainscotting and opting for colors that match his home. He maintained he cannot build a smaller shed due to need, that the shed cannot be attached to his home due to setbacks and best construction practices, including settling. The variance was initially denied, but Planning and Zoning Committee met and a motion to proceed was later approved. The council had until July 7 to make a decision. “I have a mixed feeling of sorts. Is there a need for a variance when there are options that may have permitted it without a variance,” said Mayor Gordon Johnson. “We don’t do a lot of variances. If you look back at history, it’s hard to do. The discussion we’re going to have tonight will decide if it moves forward with a positive swing or if we go back to the drawing board.” Councilor Dennis Overland questioned City Attorney Tom Manion on whether the issuance of a variance indicates the building is non-conforming and whether or not the structure could later be added onto. Man-
ion indicated non-conforming relates to use, not the building, and that overall footprint changes to the structure cannot be made after construction. Overland offered several suggestions for constructing the building including locating it east of Hubbard’s home, northwest of the home, and reducing the size. Hubbard maintained that east of the home does not provide enough room with the existing easement and would shed water onto a neighbor’s property, that north of the home would require an additional driveway to the property, and that the size is not able to be reduced due to need. “We’re talking more money and I’m not getting the size building I need.” He added that he’s talked to all adjacent property owners and they had no complaints with his final plans. A public hearing was held and no issues or opposition was brought forth by neighbors. “I’ve compromised a lot on what I want and I’ve been getting the run around long enough,” said Hubbard. “You can laugh, but I’m just going to hand it to the attorney pretty soon and he can just deal with it. You’re strongholding my property. Every one of my neighbors signed that petition and none of them are complaining about it.” “No to you,” responded Overland. “We can only go on facts.” “I’m not here to argue. I’m here to get an answer or to find out if I need to call my attorney,” added Hubbard. After further examination of maps and plans, it was determined the building should be positioned east of Hubbard’s driveway, with the door facing Highway 43, 80 feet from the center of Oakview Loop. “There has to be practical difficulties and it cannot alter the
essential character of the locality,” noted Overland. Councilor Chad Rasmussen made a motion to approve the variance and Councilor Mike Ebner seconded the motion. “But I’m going to tell you this, I have reservations on this because of your attitude and how you pushed this on us,” cautioned Ebner. “You think you think you can do whatever you want there. I want Pettit to keep an eye on it. It has to meet requirements and needs to be measured before its built.” “I agree 100% with Mike,” added Rasmussen. “The only reason I made a motion to approve is that I believe if he owns the property, he should be able to build. Being pushed on and threatened by a lawyer was a horrible way to present it to the council. It’s unprofessional.” After calling for a vote, the decision stood two in favor and two opposed (Overland and Rich Smith), with Mayor Johnson needing to cast the deciding vote. “It’s a tough spot guys,” sighed Johnson. “Whatever is decided, we’re all going to be behind it,” said Overland. “It’s nothing personal. “When you leave, it’s a decision made by the council,” added Rasmussen. Johnson voted in favor of the variance. The building cannot deviate from what was determined and all measurements will be verified with stakes prior to construction. In other news, the city’s found itself, like many others combating the rough spring conditions, lacking road rock. According to Johnson, the contract indicated it would be delivered by June 15. However, there is no significant amount of rock to be had. The concern is that if a signifi-
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. cant amount of rock is laid now, it will go in the ditches before it’s served its purpose. “I don’t know if anyone is going to get rock. The quarries don’t have it.” Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck suggested spot spreading take place on bad locations and the city hold off on putting it down elsewhere. “Next year, we look at putting some teeth behind the delivery date,” he added. Several roads have bad spots, but for the most part frost boils have gone. Still, rain is hindering maintaining roads. The council opted to leave the matter to Scheck’s judgement. “I’ll get it taken care of and go from there. If it’s not soon enough, we’re just not going to do it this year,” concluded Scheck. A complaint by an AcenTek technician regarding speeding on the eastern, paved portion of Ridgeview Road was also discussed. “He said it’s just a matter of time before someone gets hit,” warned Clerk Mary Miner. There are no posted speed signs in the area. Speed bumps were quickly ruled out due to the frequent agricultural equipment on the roadway. One clearly seen cause of speeding, according to Ebner who lives near and walks the area, is school students now using the mainly gravel Rid-
geview Road as a shortcut from Highway 30 west of Rushford to Highway 43 north of the city en route to the new school site. It was determined that 30 mph speed signs would be ordered and posted at the east end of the road, by St. Joseph’s Cemetery, and one just after the Rush Creek bridge where the pavement begins. The council also approved a request by south Rushford resident Jonas Sublett to park his Fastenal “bobtail” semi at the south Rushford park. The semi will be parked on the west corner of the parking lot area, facing east. For added awareness and safety reassurance, Sublett will place cones around the semi and chalk the wheels, despite there being air brakes. No part of the semi will obstruct the street and it won’t be idling when not in use. “Worst case, we’ll try it out. If there gets to be issues, it can change, but I don’t see that there’d be any issues,” said Johnson. “I’d rather have it parked there than on the street,” added Rasmussen. Next regularly scheduled council meeting is Tuesday, August 6, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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and benefits of it,” added Tuck. “It’s a need that’s growing. There’s support from community growing to match the need. I’m hearing more and more of a consensus that this is something we want to come to fruition as the right alternative for our community. I would personally like to see this continue, to keep this progression moving.” The council also discussed allegations of misconduct by Lanesboro Public Utilities (LPU) Commission Member Don Bell. At the June 3 meeting, the council voted to notify Bell of the alleged misconduct via letter. Bell was present at the July 1 meeting. Mayor Resseman noted the meeting could be closed, but Bell asked that it remain open. In summary of events, City Attorney Tom Manion noted commission members are subject to council authority, including any determined discipline. “This part isn’t to determine discipline, but to focus on what the claim is; to get to what concerns are,” said Manion. “It isn’t for Don having an opinion, but how he proceeded with concerns. It’s important to have all discussions open. The concern is Don didn’t come to council.” Manion also stated no
one is questioning Bell’s commitment to the city, noting, “He’s dedicated, fair-minded, and thoughtful.” Bell read a prepared statement to the council. In it he noted that with little background on a water treatment plant proposition, he made arrangements to meet with representatives from Bolton & Menk. The meeting was audio-linked to the City Clerk, Michele Peterson. On May 9, Bell indicated he and two other LPU members attended a presentation by the Department of Natural Resources regarding new floodplain maps. “An official recommendation was made to avoid building critical infrastructure, like a wastewater treatment plant, in the floodplain,” he stated. At the May 21 LPU meeting, with concerns over the proposed plant location in a floodplain, Bell made a motion to declare a moratorium on building until a more suitable site was found. Following the meeting, Bell stated he independently conversed with property owners regarding the proposed site. “I did not act as an agent of the city, nor did I make, accept, or attempt to sway property sales,” he said, before continuing with his concerns over the proposed site. “So the commissioners understand, you are in a posi-
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Monday, July 8, 2019 tion of authority when you serve on these commissions. We want to make you aware of protocols,” said Resseman. “When you go talk to some, they see you as a Utility Commissioner,” added Councilor Autumn Johnson. Michele [Peterson] is the face of the city. She’s the one people talk to. If you ever have any questions, go to her. You’re on LPU, but yet, it looks like you’re trying to acquire a property for the city.” There were no motions for any disciplinary action. Prior to the meeting, several residents spoke in support of Bell and out of concern for the proposed plant site. “A lot of people really respect you here in town. Your willingness to dig in, your civic mindedness, and your ability to engage in conversation are really appreciated by the citizens,” said an unidentified citizen. “Why would you build a piece of critical utility on a sandbar, next to a river that floods? Communities have known not to put a big outhouse at the edge of town. You don’t put something like that on your doorstep. There’s not a lot of options, but we want to help you out of the corner you’ve painted yourself into,” he added. “Would you really be okay with the sewer plant going in right next to your house? If we would have known in June, would there be any difference?” asked Mike Wanabaker. “This needs to be done somewhere. Why can’t it be looked at in other options? Why can’t you listen to the citizens. We do care a lot.” “I’m for broadening the review of where the wastewater plant should go. I don’t know that all possibilities have been exhausted,” added Vicki Bartleson. “Do the right thing; make a difficult choice. To do that you need to consider the citizens, the DNR, and long-term climate change for citizens that will be living here in the future.” “Look at what’s going on right now with our rain. This is happening all the time now. It’s nothing new and it’s getting worse and worse,” cautioned
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the owner of the Little River General Store. “The part you’re going to put this in is in the flood zone. You’re going to put $8 million in the flood zone. No one has said we don’t need this. We need to pay attention to what’s happening.” In other news, the council heard from Ambulance Director Deane Benson. He indicated a dire need of people for the service and has suggested switching gears from recruitment to retention of personnel. Benson presented an incentive program developed with Clerk Peterson. Every six months, if first responders or emergency medical technicians work 48 hours of weekend on call time per month, 40 hours of work week in one month, and one holiday, they would be eligible for an extra $500 per pay period. It was proposed to begin July 1, being paid out in January. “It’s an incentive to keep the people,” stressed Benson. Shortly, the Lanesboro Ambulance Service will have just 10 members. Should all
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10 make the incentive target, it would cost the city $5,500 every six months. However, it was noted that not all would be able to commit to that much time. Peterson noted the money is available to fund the incentive. Ideally, Benson would like to see 20 on the service roster. “I really think, if we start this incentive program, it’s going to pay dividends to people giving volunteer time,” he added. “We need to start something. We need to act or we’re going to be in trouble.” Benson noted that mutual aid is by contract only and that adding the incentive program is much cheaper than being forced to contract elsewhere. “We’ve had 45 calls already this year and tourism is not at a max yet. We average 100 calls a year. That’s a lot for our small community.” The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, August 5, at 6 p.m., in the lower level of the city hall building. Public comment time begins at 5:45 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend.
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A little of this, A little of that. By Kathy Little Time travel only takes place in science fiction movies and books. Right? If a time machine really did exist most of us wouldn’t be able to afford a ticket. Right? WRONG! This week-end I traveled back in time to my childhood for only 49 cents. Let me explain. My nephew Michael invited his mother, sister, cousins and his three aunts (who are of a certain age) to his home for the week-end. Michael is a young family man with three kids, two dogs and a five bedroom house
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AmeriCorps crews improve trout streams, gain work experience via Root River SWCD the Minnesota Corn Growers Association covered the cost of materials for the Root River SWCD project. This year in Minnesota, about 500 CCMI crew members — including 300 AmeriCorps crew members ages 18 to 25 — are slated to work with about 50 agencies on 150 conservation projects. The Root River SWCD assignment is among the most coveted in the state. Since 2014, CCMI crews have worked on segments of Riceford Creek totaling about two miles — about half on cedar revetment, half on boxelder removal and related work. It’s slow, difficult manual labor that requires chain saws and chest waders. It’s the sort of job that tends not to attract contractors. The revetment cuts velocity and catches sediment, creating a stable slope where plants can take root. Gentler slopes thick with vegetation mark past years’ work sites. The project benefits the turbidity-impaired Root River. Reducing how much sediment and phosphorus enters the stream is good for cold-andclean-water-loving trout. Cutting cedars helps to restore the steep, dry goat prairies, unique habitats of the Mississippi River Valley’s driftless region. Removing box
The crew, from left: Lakota Kirst of Osage, Iowa, Cole Wentworth of Preston, Iowa, Alexis Schwanz of Polk City, Iowa, and Andrea Dormer of Owatonna, from the Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa, worked on an ongoing cedar revetment project in Riceford Creek in August 2018. Photo taken by Ann Wessel, BWSR BLACK HAMMER TOWNSHIP — A trout stream bank stabilization project that started as an experiment on a Root River tributary has become a tested conservation practice in Houston County’s bluff country. This summer, for the sixth consecutive season, a Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa crew will harvest invasive cedar trees from nearby bluffs, and then anchor them to eroding streambanks. Root River Soil & Water Conservation District staff oversees the work, designed to fit small streams high in the watershed where the banks are less than seven feet tall.
Both stream and bluff habitats benefit. The SWCD gains a labor force. The CCMI crew, whose membership changes each season, gains job experience. “If it wasn’t the Conservation Corps doing it, I don’t know that we would get this kind of work done,” said Bob Scanlan, Root River SWCD assistant manager. The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources’ annual appropriation of $500,000 in Clean Water Funds pays for CCMI crews’ labor costs. Local government units submit applications for work projects, and often provide matching funds. A $20,000 grant from 1
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A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THEM READS LANDING BREWING CO. Reads Landing, MN (651) 560-4777 rlbrewingco.com
GARVIN HEIGHTS VINEYARD Winona, MN (507) 474-9463 ghvwine.com
KARST BREWING Fountain, MN (612) 747-6367 karstbrewed.com
PULPIT ROCK BREWING CO. Decorah, IA (563) 380-3610 pulpitrockbrewing.net
WINNESHIEK WILDBERRY WINERY Decorah, IA (563) 735-5809 wwwinery.com
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EMPTY NEST WINERY Waukon, IA (563) 568-2758 emptynestwinery.com
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PROMISELAND WINERY Guttenberg, IA (563) 252-2665 promiselandwinery.com
Reads Landing Brewing Company brews our handcrafted beers on site. Our ingredients are purchased from local vendors per brew to ensure freshness and quality. Our grains are purchased whole and milled on-site. We also mill our brewer’s grains for a local bakery that produces our burger and sandwich buns. Our spent grains are donated to a local farmer. We utilize an all-grain, 3-vessel, 3-barrel all-electric brewhouse with a Brewmation control panel. The wort is pumped into a separate temperature controlled fermentation room where it goes through a traditional fermenting and conditioning process.
Drs. Linda and Marvin Seppanen started growing grapes on Garvin Heights over 25 years ago. In 2006 we received their our Federal winery permit and started building a winery building. In 2007 we received our Minnesota farm winery license and opened for wine tasting and retail sales. In 2015 we added the Ridgeview Event Center to host groups of up to 100 guests. See why we call Garvin Heights Vineyards Minnesota’s “Most Scenic Winery”. No appointments needed for groups 10 or less – continuous wine tasting. For more information check out Facebook and become a friend to Garvin Heights Vineyards.
Eric and Sandy welcome you to the first postprohibition brewery in Fillmore County! Karst Brewing is a small brewery in the small town of Fountain, MN, and is conveniently located en route to many Bluff Country destinations. Thank you for your interest in our small batch "nano" brewery, where we serve fresh craft beer!
Built out of an old dairy facility and originally situated next to a laundromat, Pulpit Rock Brewing opened its bay doors during the summer of '15. Founded by four Luther alumni, fueled by two head-brewers and driven by a small taproom team (and the occasional volunteer), this modest brewery embraces the opportunity to produce and serve exciting and innovative beers. With a rotating tap list that balances classic styles, unabashed hop-enthusiasm and adventurous flavor-infusions, we aim to provide our guests with a spectrum of tastes and experiences.
Enjoy a fun, friendly wine experience amidst the beautiful, rolling hills of Northeast Iowa. Winneshiek Wildberry Winery is a family owned and operated winery specializing in award winning fruit and Midwestern grape table wine in Decorah, Iowa. The winery is located on our 150year family farm between Decorah, Iowa and Mabel, Minnesota.
Clark and Barb Lewey founded Toppling Goliath Brewing Company in 2009 here in beautiful Decorah, Iowa, after a runaway success in home brewing. In less than a decade TG has become world-renown for IPAs and barrel-aged stouts, distributes to over 17 states and brews more than 30 beers. In order to meet overwhelming demand, the Lewey's have built a new 100-barrel system brewery in Decorah, IA which houses our taproom, restaurant, offices and brewery in one location. TG prides itself in crafting truly top shelf beer and is honored to be growing with the support of its many customers worldwide.
Our winery is breathtaking & charming, made from our reclaimed 100 year old family barn. Come sit & relax inside or out on our patio & gazebo and your stress will melt away. You must step foot inside to appreciate this beautiful venue! Our winery tasting room has a fun & relaxed atmosphere so you can meet friends to taste & enjoy a glass of wine, sangria, pint of craft beer, cider or cans of your favorite beer and always free popcorn to munch on.
Eagles Landing Winery is a small family business located in downtown Marquette, Iowa, along the Mississippi River on the Great River Road. We are located 3 miles from Pikes Peak State Park, 3 miles from Effigy Mounds National Monument, 10 miles from Yellow River State Forest and 15 miles from Wyalusing State Park in Wisconsin. Our first grapes where planted in 1999 and have been producing our own "Marquette Maid" branded wines since 2003. Our wines can be found at over 135 locations in Iowa and Wisconsin.
PromiseLand Winery is a family-run operation, located in the Southern hills of Guttenberg, IA, on the Great River Road. Owners, Pat and Cindy Wachendorf, offer a one-of-a-kind experience, that will make you feel right at home. Inside the winery, you will find a spacious tasting room, an event room that can be used for small to mediumsized parties, and 6 boutiques that will fulfill your shopping needs! Feel free to take a walk or drive up to our vineyard to see where our award-winning wines began. Enjoy some music in the front courtyard when the weather is nice or warm up by a cozy fire when it’s too cold to be outside!
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Dustin Loomin, assistant district manager for Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa’s South Region, explains cedar revetment work on Riceford Creek in Houston County. Photo taken by Ann Wessel, BWSR elders where they shade the streambanks allows stabilizing grasses and plants to grow in those erosion-prone stretches. In mid-August a Rochesterbased CCMI crew dragged cut cedars to the stream, where they secured the trees snug against a 500-foot stretch of bank. Using mauls, crew members drove each duckbill anchor three or four feet into the bank, tightened the attached cable, wrapped it around the trunk and crimped it — while standing waist- to chest-deep in rushing water. Previously, landowner Walt Nigon, 67, had cut and hauled the cedars from his bluff across the stream. Walt, a retired Rochester area tool and die machinist, and his wife Barb, president of the nonprofit prairie restoration group Prairie Smoke, bought the 29-acre weekend getaway property in 1999. “It’s a driftless area, so we’ve got a lot of what we call vertical land. Of course with that vertical land, you get a lot of runoff when you get these heavy, heavy rains. So it keeps eating at the creek banks,” Nigon said. “They’re trying to put in some of these cedar trees and hopefully save some of these banks from eroding away.” In the past five years, Nigon said he lost about six feet of streambank in front of his cabin. Before the CCMI crew started work last year, he said three 5” rains shifted one bend in the stream 25 to 30 feet. Later, a 7” rain tore out some of the anchors. Those were replaced and fortified. This spring, Nigon said the revetment held up well to severe flooding. Work he’d done upstream likely helped. The cedar revetments in Houston County were new to the Root River SWCD in 2014. Staff partnered with a Winona State University geologist who helped assess the streams. The method is more common in Missouri. Scanlan recalled the initial reaction. “At first they didn’t know what would happen,” Scanlan said. “All they could think about is, ‘What if we end up with 40 cedar trees stuck in a culvert somewhere with a cable wrapped around it?’” The Riceford Creek project has withstood a few tests.
Most cedar revetments held up to the September 2016 flood that decimated parts of the creek. Additional revetment areas saw some damage over time. But Scanlan said the revetment seems to be working overall, as stability has improved in most of the original streambank treatment areas. Those results mesh with Winona State University’s followup research. Cedar is strong, rot-resistant wood. In neighboring Winona County, Scanlan said similar, 20-year-old projects remain intact. “We’ve gained a lot of confidence in this kind of work,” Scanlan said. “Those trees are still in place. As the years go by, those banks start to stabilize themselves … and you end up with a more stable streambank and less sediment.” This season, Root River SWCD staff will oversee work on Bridge Creek, another small South Branch Root River tributary a few miles from Riceford Creek. Its 40-day contract for CCMI labor includes invasive Japanese hops eradication along the Root River. In past years, a crew of eight to 10 worked on Root River SWCD projects for 40 days. “They did a good job. They were hard-working people — ladies and gentlemen,” Nigon said. “I was happy with the work they did.” On projects such as the Riceford and Bridge creek cedar revetments, the SWCD works with willing landowners on prioritized sites. Word of mouth generated interest among neighbors. The work is done at no cost to landowners, who, like Nigon, might contribute labor. Nigon planned to seed the streambanks himself. On the bluff, where he’s counted at least 16 species of native grasses and plants, he’ll wait to see if the remnant prairie spreads. “Nothing will grow under a cedar tree, so when you cut them down that opens up that land,” Nigon said. The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources’ mission is to improve and protect Minnesota’s water and soil resources by working in partnership with local organizations and private landowners. www.bwsr.state.mn.us.
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Monday, July 8, 2019
Jillian Rae to engage with Ask a Trooper Lanesboro community week By Sgt. Troy Christianson State Patrol of July 8 and perform full band Minnesota Question: Can you give out information about fog lights? I notice a concert at St. Mane Theatre lot of peo-
Lanesboro Arts presents an evening with the Jillian Rae Band at the historic St. Mane Theatre in downtown Lanesboro on Saturday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. Returning to the St. Mane after a memorable 2016 performance. Jillian Rae is a multi-talented singer-songwriter and vocalist that has cultivated a reputation as the go-to violin accompanist for dozens of roots, rock, and Americana bands (including The Okee Dokee Brothers, Corpse Reviver, Adam Levy, and Steve Kaul & the Brass Kings). An Iron Range native based out of Minneapolis, Rae assembled her own band in 2013 that performs a palatable mix of roots, Americana and pop. Expanding on her upbringing as a classical violinist, Rae has become one of the most powerful and unique voices in the Twin Cities music scene. In her new full length album “I Can’t Be the One You Want Me to Be,” Rae has pivoted from the country-tinged musical stylings from her 2017 EP, Wanderlust. With contributions from Matt Patrick as
well as drummer Alex Young, guitarist and longtime collaborator Eric Martin, and bassist Jimmy Osterholt, the new record is saturated in heavy grooves, moody arrangements, and unflinching honesty. And of course her voice, which has never sounded better, more dynamic, or more true than it does on this collection of songs. This concert will also serve as the capstone event of a miniresidency with Jillian Rae, who will be participating in various storytelling, songwriting and music events throughout the week of July 8 with Lanesboro area residents as part of the Performing Artist Engagement Program supported by the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council. Jillian will visit the Surprise Sculpture (12–2 p.m.) and Open Studio (3–5 p.m.) sessions on Tuesday, July 9 to help lead artmaking projects while sharing her experiences as a working artist with participants. On Thursday, July 11, Jillian will give a mini-performance See JILLIAN RAE Page 24 ➤
ple have them on and when I am meeting them on the road in the evening Sgt. Troy H. or at night, Christianson some are very bright and make seeing the road very difficult. Some of them appear to be out of alignment and are blinding. I hope that having people read this will help make a difference, thanks. Answer: There are some specific requirements for those lights, but if the fog lights are aimed too high and/or are too bright then they are not legal, even if they are in compliance with the rest of the law. All lights for vehicles have to be approved by the Commissioner of Public Safety and they have to be allowed (or required) by statute. MN State Statute 169.56 Sub 2 says, “Any motor vehicle may be equipped with not to exceed two fog lamps mounted on the front at a height not less than 12 inches nor more than 30 inches above the level surface upon which the vehicle stands and
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. so aimed that when the vehicle is not loaded none of the highintensity portion of the light to the left of the center of the vehicle shall at a distance of 25 feet ahead project higher than a level of four inches below the level of the center of the lamp from which it comes. Lighted fog lamps meeting the above requirements may be used with lower headlamp beams…..” Another relevant law is MN State Statute 169.63(b), which also tells us that, “When a motor vehicle equipped with headlamps, as (herein) required, is also equipped with any auxiliary lamps, spot lamps or any other lamps on the front thereof projecting a beam of intensity greater than 300-candle power, not more than a total of four of any such lamps on the front of a vehicle shall be lighted at any one time when upon a highway.” Also, some of the lights you are seeing might actually be “daytime running lights.” Many
of those are on automatically and are installed by the manufacturer. The driver may not always have the ability to turn them off. They cannot be used in lieu of headlights, but sometimes they are, which would be a violation. It is a good practice to keep your lights on at all times on the road to make yourself more visible to other drivers. It’s the law to have head lights (and tail lights) on during rain. I hope this information helps. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester MN 55901-5848. or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us. Twitter: MSPPIO_SOUTH
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Fillmore County Police Report Chatfield Police Department Mary G. Hershberger, 43, Fountain, Minn.; 5/6/2019, Duty to Drive With Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Aharon Maizlik, 38, Postville, Iowa; 2/27/2019, Speeding (39/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Jennifer Marie Elaine Allen, 35, Spring Valley, Minn.;5/28/2019, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Andrew Stephen Beer, 36, Preston, Minn.; 5/28/2019, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Kameron Clifford Haimes, 24, Spring Valley, Minn.; 9/25/2018, Drugs - 3rd Degree
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Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Educational assessment/ program, Follow all state and federal criminal laws, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if have contact with law enforcement, if charged with any new crime, and/or if change address, employment, or telephone number, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, Give a DNA sample when directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives, Do not register to vote or vote until discharged from probation and civil rights are fully restored, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use (with the exception of prescribed medications), No possession of alcohol or drugs (with the exception of prescribed medications), Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Submit to Chemical Testing, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Follow recommendations of evaluation, Aftercare, No contact with persons associated with illegal drugs, No assault, aggressive, threatening, assaultive, or disorderly behaviors, Cognitive skill training, Mental Health Evaluation - follow recommendations, Take medications in the prescribed dosage and frequency. Daniel Lamah, 53, St. Michael, Minn.; 5/17/2019, Speeding - Exceed Limit of 30 mph - Urban District (40/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Chase Timothy Nelson, 18, Rochester, Minn.; 6/1/2019, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Jeremy John Volkart, 35, Spring Valley, Minn.; 5/13/2019, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Ian Leigh Wold, 23, Plymouth, Minn.; 5/19/2019, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. MN State Patrol - Rochester Emily Lynn Norton, 26, Ossian, Iowa; 6/12/2019, Speed Exceed in Special Zone Set by Commissioner (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jack Duane Schroeder, 49, Monticello, Iowa; 6/8/2019, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Christopher Lee Secrist, 56, Lanesboro, Minn.; 6/6/2019, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.
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Preston Police Department Cyrus Allen Scott, 20, Rochester, Minn.; 5/30/2019, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol, Fine $1,000 (stay $700 until 6/17/2020), Total Fees $415. Local Confinement - 90 days (stay 90 days for one year). Supervised probation for one year - Conditions (6/17/2019): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign releases of information as directed, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment (within 30 days), Follow
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recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/controlled substance use (with the exception of prescribed medications), No possession of alcohol or drugs (with the exception of prescribed medications), Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Submit to Chemical Testing, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance. Rushford Police Department Derek Khristopher Noble, 38, Galesville, Wis.; 5/29/2019, No Motor Vehicle Insurance (Owner), Fine $200, Total Fees $290.
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To settle Ed’s Estate the family will be selling his lawn equipment and shop items plus a large selection of furniture, antiques, collectibles, tools and household items from one antique shop, 2 estates and several parties downsizing. Don’t miss this auction. SELLING 2 RINGS ALL DAY • 14-16 HAYRACKS OF SMALLS Partial listing: 140 yardsticks, Deutz allis 1918 garden tractor with 42” deck, 917 DeutzAllis Hydro with deck tiller and snowblower, Snapper L 1226 E snowblower, electric start, 2 years old; Troy-Built 17 hp 7 speed 42” deck mower, Dynamark 5/22 snowblower, Atlas 323 snowblower, cab for Duetz lawnmower, US General floor tool box, 1994 Yamaha Virago Motorcycle 535cc, 10,542 miles For more information, contact auction company or go to www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com
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at Kenilworth Apartments, following Semcac Senior Dining. Jillian will participate in a public Creative Songwriting Workshop at the High Court Loft on Thursday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m. The regular Open Mic at High Court Pub is taking place on Thursday, July 11 following the workshop. The “Over the Back Fence” Variety Show will feature Jillian as a musical guest, and Jillian will perform alongside community members in the show. Those interested in participating can attend rehearsals on Tuesday, July 11 and Friday,
Monday, July 8, 2019
July 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the St. Mane Theatre. The variety show will take place Friday, July 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Mane Theatre, 206 Parkway Ave. N. On Saturday, July 13, Jillian will present a capstone concert with her full band in the listening room environment of the St. Mane Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Rae co-founded and teaches at Music Lab, a music school offering workshops and private lessons to students of all ages. Over the years, she has also taught several master classes, led workshops about the business of being an artist, and is an advocate for the power of creativity to bring people
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together and overcome barriers. Rae’s flexible and accessible approach to songwriting serves as a catalyst for individuals of any ability in the Lanesboro community to create and learn with confidence. Rae’s songs are full of heartache, truth, and often a beguiling sense of playfulness. Her songwriting is not easily pigeonholed, and neither is her playing. You can find her playing country fiddle on one tune, rock guitar on the next, or driving her violin through synthy guitar effects on another. As engaging as her arrangements can be, the real highlight of her records or live performances is always her effortlessly powerful voice. When Jillian Rae sings, you believe her. Music journalist Youa Vang called Rae a heavy hitter whose “voice will stay with you long after the show is over.” This concert is presented by Lanesboro Arts and sponsored by Inspire(d) Magazine, Commonweal Theatre, Granny’s Liquor, High Court Pub and Wisconsin Public Radio. Tickets are $15 / $12 for Lanesboro Arts members and are sold online at www.lanesboroarts.org; at Lanesboro Arts Gallery, (507) 467-2446; and at the St. Mane Theatre box office beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the night of the performance. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through an Arts Tour grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
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You’re invited to a (big) Lanesboro party!
Josh Krage and Jamie Sveen of Preble Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Company, which was incorporated in 1880 and moved to Lanesboro in 1951. Photo submitted By Steve Harris When the popular American humorist Dave Barry turned 50 he listed 25 things he learned in his first five decades. Number 10? “There comes a time when you should stop expecting other people to make a big deal about your birthday. That time is age 11.” Well, I don’t agree with Dave Barry. Most people don’t. Especially the good people of Lanesboro, Minn., who this year are making a very big deal about their town’s birthday. Why shouldn’t they? It’s not every day that someone turns 150! Visit 150.Lanesboro.com for all the celebration details. In 1869 Lanesboro received its “birth announcement,” official incorporation papers from the
State of Minnesota, at that time only 11 years old itself. A small group of imaginative investors and local landowners had pulled off their big, almost crazy idea to plant a new village in the rich soil of the Root River Valley. Soon the railroad was delivering scores of curious tourists and eager new residents, many from as far away as Ireland, Germany and Norway. The idea became a boomtown. Farmers thrived, mills powered by the sturdy new dam on the Root River were grinding away, a fivestar hotel held its grand opening, and local shops were bursting with fancy merchandise. (Buffalo Bill even stopped by for a visit). At a point in history when more people lived in Fillmore County than in Hennepin County,
Lanesboro was the place to be. The town rode an economic roller-coaster over the next century. Ag troubles, the Great Depression, and the end of rail traffic were low points. Then came revival ignited by artists who, along with other projects, started the Commonweal Theater; the opening of an eventual 60-mile ribbon of paved bike trail; and an influx of creative entrepreneurs who put Lanesboro on the map as the official Rhubarb and B & B Capitals of Minnesota. No wonder there’s so much to celebrate! Birthdays are for people. Lanesboro’s sesquicentennial cake will have candles for all of them. We’ll light them for pioneers and founders with names like Scanlon, Habberstad, Brayton, Nelson and Greer. There will be candles, too, for thousands of other people whose names have faded, hardworking, community-minded people who built and sustained this bluff country town, who raised families here, who dealt with life’s ups-and-downs. So many candles for so many special people. First among them: men and women from Lanesboro who went off to serve, fight, and in a few cases even die, in the Civil War, World Wars I and II, Korea and Vietnam. Their candles will never go out. For teachers (like Rose Bell) who invested in the children, for farm families who labored in sunbaked fields, for doctors, nurses, car mechan-
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. ics, cooks, pastors, postal workers, photographers, barbers, grocers, shoe makers and shop keepers. All deserve candles on this big cake. Let’s light some to honor the town’s longest-running businesses. The Schwichtenbergs started S & A Petroleum in 1978; today that family still runs the BP in the same location. Kudos to the Nelsons, successfully running the Lanesboro Sales Commission since 1994 (maintaining a business that began in 1947). Preble Farmers’ Mutual Fire Insurance was incorporated way back in 1880, and moved to Lanesboro in 1951. The Krage family has managed the business since 1970 that currently serves 1,400 families across nine counties. Rolland and Irene Vis started Vis Plumbing and Heating in 1965, an operation now overseen by their family, Jon, Barb, Michael
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Pie Social Wednesday, July 10 at 2 p.m. Morning Coffee with Friends Thursday, July 11 at 9 a.m. Bingo Thursday, July 11 at 2 p.m. Music with Bob Bovee Friday, July 12 at 2 p.m. Luthern Church Service Wednesday, July 17 at 2 p.m. Morning Coffee with Friends Thursday, July 18 at 9 a.m. Bingo Thursday, July 18 at 2 p.m. Music by Harold Pederson Friday, July 19 at 2 p.m.
and Laura. (The Wilford family also operates Emil Farqart’s, a popular downtown gift shop). Preston Specialties, Inc., run by the Brehm family, has produced unique cardboard packaging and pallets since 1976. The Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce will publish podcasts of these business owners’ stories and more on the 150th website, so be sure to listen in to hear about their ingenuity and longevity throughout the year. We can’t overlook our amazing “newcomers,” either, so many wonderful people who have discovered Lanesboro more recently, bringing their own unique experience, energy, vision, and creativity. Their candles on the cake brighten Lanesboro’s future. Yes, there’s good reason for a party in Lanesboro in 2019. Come join the fun!
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SUMMARY OF MINUTES JUNE 25, 2019 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 Board approved the following consent agenda items: 1. June 18, 2019 County Board minutes as presented. 2. Request approval for Account Technician to attend 2019 MN Association of Assessment Personnel (MAAP) Summer Conference/Workshop. 3. Payment of 3rd qtr. invoice #126362 in the sum of $109,821.50 to Olmsted County Community Services for Dodge-Fillmore-Olmsted (DFO) Community Corrections 2019 appropriation in accordance with Joint Powers agreement. 4. Application for display of fireworks/pyrotechnic at Chatfield Western Days on August 11, 2019. The Board approved the Commissioners’ warrants. The Board reviewed the Auditor’s warrants. Zoning: • Board unanimously approved an access permit to widen a drive for Dan & Kathy Byer, Section 25, Sumner Township. • RESOLUTION 2019-025: Conditional Use Permit for Concrete Recycling for K. Rodney Beer, Beer Farms, LLC, Section 2, York Township Coordinator: • RESOLUTION 2019-026: Participation in the 2020 Performance Measures Program • RESOLUTION 2019-027: 2020 Performance Goals Human Resources: • Board unanimously approved the second reading as the final version of the Employment policy. • Board unanimously approved the second reading as the final version of the Job Announcements, Recruitment, and Selection policy. • Board unanimously approved the reappointment of Jason Marquardt as Veteran Services Officer, effective September 30, 2019 for a four (4) year term. • Board unanimously approved to hire Sydney Gilbert as Public Health Nurse at Grade 13/Step 1, $29.12/hour, effective June 28, 2019 • Board unanimously approved to relocate Economic Development Authority (EDA) into office space shared with the Zoning/Feedlot Office for Taxpayer Services access The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: VENDOR (6-28-19), DESCRIPTION AMOUNT REVENUE FUND TACTICAL SOLUTIONS, fees and services 513.00 Laughlin/Ronald D., fees and services 560.00 Kelly Printing & Signs LLC, veterans grant 998.50 Streicher’s Inc., law enforcement supplies 1,005.95 1 Source, county supplies 1,018.18 Marco,Inc, state grant 1,144.15 Kelly Printing & Signs LLC, DARE, uniform 1,591.61 Mph Industries Inc, squad car 1,726.00 Fillmore Co Treasurer- Credit Card/ACH, professional fees, other 2,148.52 MEnD CORRECTIONAL CARE, PLLC, medical services 2,255.06 Pro-West & Associates, Inc, software 2,633.97 Enterprise Fleet Management, vehicle purchased 3,373.50 B&B Olympic Bowl, BOP, meals 4,176.00 WatchGuard Video, squad car 4,820.00 Marco,Inc, professional fees 11,796.00 REVENUE FUND, (bills over $500 listed above) $39,760.44 REVENUE FUND, (14 bills under $500 - not listed) $2,662.49 REVENUE FUND TOTAL $42,422.93 ROAD & BRIDGE Fillmore Co Journal, advertising 6.75 Village Farm & Home, supplies and tools 24.97 Brown’s Tire & Battery Inc, tires and repairs 75.00 Precise MRM LLC, repair & maintenance 75.00 Valley Home Improvement, building maintenance 102.69 Zep Sales & Service, supplies and tools 103.83 Northwoods , supplies and tools 104.63 Cintas Corporation- First Aid & Safety, supplies and tools 118.57 Continental Research Corp, supplies and tools 269.70 Preston Equipment Company, machinery parts 318.77 Fastenal Company, supplies and tools 402.76 Diamond Mowers Inc, machinery parts 1,003.39 Hyland Motor Company, machinery parts 3,652.80 Diamond Mowers Inc, equipment purchased 33,063.00 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND, (bills over $500 listed above) $37,719.19 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND, (11 bills under $500 - not listed) $1,602.67 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND TOTAL $39,321.86 AIRPORT AIRPORT FUND, (1 bills under $500 - not listed) $20.00 AIRPORT FUND TOTAL $20.00 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) Maxfield Research & Consulting, housing study 16,650.00 EDA FUND TOTAL $16,650.00 INFRA FUND INFRA FUND, (1 bills under $500 - not listed) $373.06 INFRA FUND TOTAL $373.06 SANITATION FUND SANITATION FUND, (2 bills under $500 - not listed) $322.70 SANITATION FUND TOTAL $322.70 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 Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566. Publish 8
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COUNTY PROJECT BIDS CLOSE JULY 22, 2019 FILLMORE COUNTY, MN NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN until 1:30 p.m. on the 22nd day of July, 2019, for the following project: SAP 023-601-030: Bridge replacement with approach grading, located on CSAH 1 over the South Branch of the Root River, 1.3 miles North of Jct. CSAH 3 (2.9 miles SW of Spring Valley, MN) . Plan and proposal price is $50.00 picked up, and $55.00 if sent by US mail. Plans, Proposal and Specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, ph. # 507-765-3854. Request for plans and proposals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany the bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County. Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: June 18, 2019 Ronald Gregg, County Engineer Fillmore County, MN Publish 24,1,8
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Estate of Robert D. Hale, Jr., Decedent. Court File No. 23-PR-19-323 NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL, APPROVAL OF PRIVATE AGREEMENT AMONG SUCCESSORS, AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on August 6, 2019 at 3:45 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 101 Fillmore Street W, Preston, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent dated, October 7, 2014, and (“Will”), and for the appointment of Jona Hale, whose address is 31248 111th Avenue, Stewartville, MN, 55976 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 501B.41, subdivision 5. Dated: July 2, 2019 BY THE COURT Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court Becky Brandt Court Administrator /s/Mary E. Specht ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER: William Oehler WARD & OEHLER, LTD. 1765 Greenview Drive SW Rochester, MN, 55902 Attorney License No: 0081012 Telephone: (507) 288-5567 FAX: (507) 288-5589 Email: william.oehler@wardoehler.com Publish 8,15
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Southeastern Minnesota MultiCounty Housing and Redevelopment Authority (SEMMCHRA) is amending its Agency Plan in compliance with the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998. SEMMCHRA’s hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. In addition, a public hearing will be held on July 17, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at SEMMCHRA’s office. Everone is invited to attend. All interested parties will have the opportunity to comment on the Plan. Publish 1,8
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF FOUNTAIN The Fountain City Council will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, in the Fountain City Council Chambers, 104 Main Street, to conduct a Public Hearing to consider the vacation of a portion of Cedar Street between First Street and Second Street legally described as: The West 14.00 feet of Cedar Street lying South of Second Street and North of First Street, all being within ORIGINAL PLAT OF FOUNTAIN, according to the recorded plat thereof and on file at the office of the County Recorder, Fillmore County, Minnesota, containing 0.09 acres and is subject to any easements, covenants, and restrictions of record. This publication shall constitute as notice to each resident and each owner of real property within three hundred fifty (350) feet of the outer boundaries of the property in question. Any person wishing to express an opinion of the matters to be considered at the public hearing can be heard orally in person on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, or in writing by mailing comments to Ronda Flattum, City of Fountain, P.O. Box 115, Fountain, MN 55935. Publish 1,8 CHANGE OF MEETING NOTICE HOLT TOWNSHIP The regular monthly meeting of the Holt Township Board will be held on July 15, 2019, at 7 p.m, at the Sons of Norway Hall, Lanesboro, MN. Publish 1,8 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NO.: 23-PR-18-426 IN RE: ESTATE OF MORRIS T. ALFSON, JR. A/K/A, MORRIS ALFSON, BUTCH ALFSON, DECEDENT. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION TO ALLOW FINAL ACCOUNT, SETTLE, AND DISTRIBUTE ESTATE Jason Alfson and Cory Alfson (“Petitioner”) have filed a Petition to Allow Final Account, Settle, and Distribute Estate. It is Ordered that on July 24, 2019, at 2:15 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at Fillmore County District Court, Preston, Minnesota, on the petition. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the petition will be granted. Notice shall be given by: •Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order to each interested person by United States mail at least 14 days before the time set for the hearing. •Publishing this Notice and Order in accordance with Minn. Stat. § 524.1401(3). Dated: June 26, 2019 BY THE COURT Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court Becky Brandt Court Administrator /s/Mary E. Specht, Deputy Nethercut Schieber PA Greg Schieber (395855) 32 Main Ave N | PO Box 657 Harmony, MN 55939 Telephone: (507) 886-6131 e-mail: greg@ranlaw.net ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER Publish 1,8
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NOTICE OF REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS FOR PRESTON VISITOR’S GUIDE Preston Tourism with the City of Preston, Minnesota, will receive proposals for the Preston Area Visitor’s Guide for 2020 at the City Clerk’s Office until 4:30pm July 22nd, 2019. Specifications for bid proposals may be obtained at the Preston City Clerk’s Office, 210 Fillmore St. W, Preston, MN or by contacting Gabby Kinneberg at 507-765-2153 or gkinneberg@prestonmn.org. Gabby Kinneberg Preston Tourism Director Publish 1,8
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A great place to work! We provide the training!
Call Cathy at 507-765-9986 or 507-259-3291
Park Lane Estates Assisted Living
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HELP WANTED: GENERAL FARMHAND/light shop maintenance for crop/cattle farm in Rushford area. Full- and part-time positions available. Please call Perry at 507-459-7850. h1,8-o
TRUCK DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED at Stevens Transport! Earn $1000 per week! Paid CDL Training! No experience needed! 1-844-452-4121 drive4stevens.com. (NANI)
BRANDING IRON RESTAURANT is accepting applications for bartenders, servers, and kitchen help. To apply, stop at the Branding Iron in Preston. Any questions call Dale at 507-765-3388. h1,8-o
RN or LPN
"Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."
Contact Tanya or Joyce
115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 • EOE
…because the journey matters
PRESTON & SPRING VALLEY
Competitive Wages & Benefits available!
Apply online at www.mapleleafservices.org or call 507-765-2107
Root River Hardwoods
Hiring
FULL-TIME SAWMILL POSITION Work 4 days a week and have weekends off. Benefit package available, retirement plan. FULL-TIME LUMBER STORE POSTITION Wood working experience helpful, benefit package available, retirement plan.
To apply stop in at Root River Hardwoods Inc. 1300 Energy Drive, Preston Just off Hwy 52 N, or call
507-765-2284
Rushford-Peterson Schools is accepting applications for:
District Office Administrative Assistant / Transportation Coordinator This is a full-time, year round position. Experience in an office environment with accounts payable, Microsoft Office, and bookkeeping is preferred but not required. Candidates must have the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects, have strong organizational and time management skills, be detail orientated, flexible, and confidential. Interested applicants should submit a district application (available online at www.r-pschools.com under the District tab), letter of interest, and resume by July 24, 2019 to: Mr. Jon Thompson, Superintendent, Rushford-Peterson Schools, PO Box 627, Rushford, MN 55971. Rushford-Peterson Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
WANTED: A FEW GOOD PEOPLE School bus drivers needed in the Harmony & Preston area immediately for routes and extra trips. Excellent part-time jobs. Will train.
CALL HARMONY TRANSIT Phone - 507-886-2020
Providing services for people with developmental disabilities for over 40 years!
AAE/EOE
Nursing Assistant Full-Time or Part-Time
• 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 Business Office 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
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SERVICES 507-765-2151
BESSE MINI STORAGE Units available. Preston, MN. 507-765-2471. s30TFN-o GULLICKSON REPAIR - Car and truck repair and DOT inspections! Over 30 years experience in mechanical work! Call Richard Gullickson at 507-7653664. s10TFN-o
11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954 Craig Henry Shop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573
CALL FOR ALL YOUR REPAIR NEEDS!
Randy Haakenson
Harmony Golf Carts
507-273-6928
Rustic Rose Lawn & Landscape 507-346-7440 • 507-735-2233 Spring Valley, MN
Lawn Mowing • Spring & Fall Cleanup Landscaping • Refresh flower beds Delivery & Installation of Mulch Lawn Rolling, Brooming, Aerating
MABEL Green Lea Senior Living is Looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference
326 Parkside Dr. SE Res 507-765-2297 Preston, MN 55965 Cell 507-251-5535
M&M CustoM Baling
$10/bale plus fuel
Marv Flatness 507.216.2017
Part-time: Cook Part-time: Dietary Aide
TNT Lawn Service
"Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."
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Contact Samantha Neuzil 115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 • EOE
C ALL: 507-268-4977 OR C ELLPHONE: 507-429-6755
(FREE ESTIMATES)
…because the journey matters
HELP WANTED Full -time
ALA (CNA) Evening Shift Some benefits
A great place to work!
TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, Inc. 507-886-4600
70 4th Street NW • Harmony MN
ironsidetrailersales.net 1 block West of Kwik Trip next to Solberg Welding
We are pleased to announce we now sell & service Boss & Snowdogg Snow Plows. We have a selection of new and used trailers and we are an authorized dealer for Wilson, Kiefer Industrial, Road King, Alum Line, and Pacesetter trailers. We also provide service work when your trailer needs a tune up.
We provide the training!
Call Cathy at 507-765-9986 or 507-259-3291
Park Lane Estates
See us for all your trailer sale and service needs!
Assisted Living
111 Fillmore Place SE Preston, MN
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Fillmore County Journal is looking for a
FREELANCE WRITER
Owned by Dennis Solberg of Solberg Welding 507-886-4602
EMPLOYMENT
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Canton City Council GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SERVICES
Has current openings for experienced, mature, and caring individuals
NORBY TREE SERVICE: Stump grinding, tree trimming, and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. s8/2TFNo
Ivan Vreeman
RUSHFORD
MABEL Green Lea Senior Living is Looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference
Full-time & every other weekend $3,000 Sign-on bonus New shift differential
PRESTON Full-time Position
Part-time LPN Position
Equal Opportunity Employer
SERVICES
EZ-GO & YAMAHA GOLF CARTS SALES & SERVICE NEW & USED
Part-time Positions
410 Park lane SE Preston, MN
Night Shift Nurse
AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Get FAA approved hands on Aviation training. Financial Aid for qualified students Career placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888686-1704. (NANI)
ON THE CRUNCHY SIDE – in Harmony, is hiring part-time servers/ bartenders, 10-15 hrs per wk, flexible hours, will train. Apply within, ask for Flash. h8,15,22-o ON THE CRUNCHY SIDE – in Harmony, is hiring part-time dishwashers 10-15 hrs per wk, flexible hours, will train. Apply within ask for Flash, h8,15,22-o
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, July 8, 2019
Part-time Custodian Opening! Merchants Bank
Starting pay of $60 per story, with future increases possible.
Please send a letter of interest and writing sample to Editor, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or email: ellen@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call for more information, 507-765-2151
www.merchantsbank.com/about/careers
Merchants Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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FOR RENT
FOR RENT
FOR RENT
FOR RENT
UPSTAIRS APARTMENT IN PETERSON, MN. No smoking or pets. Reference and deposit required. Call 507875-2643. r22TFN-o
OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, include standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507251-5297. r30tfn-x
TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT: Preston. Central air, stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer hookups. Off-street parking. No smoking or pets. Reference, lease and damage deposit required. Call 507-467-2941. r24-TFN-o
SCENIC VIEW TOWNHOMES
FOR RENT: COUNTRY MOBILE HOME SITE, located in RushfordPeterson area, Hwy. 16. Includes water, sewer, electricity and garage. 507-4503416 or 507-896-3704. r24,1,8,15-o www.fillmorecountyjournal.com
SMALL HOUSE IN PETERSON, MN. No smoking or pets. Reference and deposit required. Call 507-875-2643. r22TFN-o
507.886.7469 (SHOW)
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Tickets ~ $5 Adult • $4 Kids & Seniors
LARGE OFFICE SPACE for rent in downtown Preston. Approximately 1900 square feet including 2 bathrooms, separate office, conference room and common areas. Available immediately. If interested please call Root River Hardwoods, Inc. at 507-765-2284. r1,8,15-o
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HOME FOR SALE Spectacular 43 acre hobby farm set back off the paved road for privacy. 40 acres of pasture/woods fenced for cattle/ horses with pond and balance in yard. Outbuildings include machine shed, shop, detached garage with lean-to, pole shed, corn crib, grain bin. Pasture is approx. 29 acres and wooded is 11 acres. Clean 2 owner three bedroom, two bath home with updates. Kitchen updated within 4 years. Composite deck attached to home. Septic done in 2012. Preapproval required before viewing. Call 507-273-1245 or email k2ristau@gmail.com for viewing.
Your local Your real estate connection! realestate connection! 507-216-1140 507-216-1140 JOHN.NELSON@CBBURNET.COM
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MLS#5255122
MLS#4087466
New Listing Nice starter home with large lot-yard with plenty of space to plant a garden. Detached single car garage. This home was previously used as rental property. Great opportunity to own your home or keep it as an investment property. Just a short walk to paved trail system, park and ball field. Property sold “AS IS.”
Very private and beautiful Home nestled in 2.79 acres with panoramic views and overlooking a stream that runs through the property. This home has been updated with many new features that will benefit the new home owner! Updated Garage (2018) with thermal insulated garage door, quality windows, metal roof, heated gas furnace. Call today for a private showing before it’s too late!
601 Birch Street Fountain, MN • $75,500
MLS#5140378
403 Parkway Ave N. Lanesboro, MN • $250,000
Don’t miss this opportunity with over 200 feet of river front property nestled below the towering bluffs of beautiful scenic Lanesboro. Excellent location to build your new business or renovate the older existing buildings and business.
FOR RENT
140140 ELTONELTON HILL LANEHILL NW LANE NW ROCHESTER, MN 55901 ROCHESTER, MN 55901 EMAIL: JOHN.NELSON@CBBURNET.COM WEBSITE: WWW.JOHNNELSONREALTY.COM WEBSITE: WWW.JOHNNELSONREALTY.COM
15822 County 15 Preston, MN $209,900
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MLS#4087466
MLS#5131229
21257 US Hwy 52 • Preston, MN Multi-purpose building w/ beautiful panoramic views of Camp Creek Valley for each office. 5 large office spaces available to rent. Each office space for rent is $400/Mo. All utilities are paid by owner. Lease agreements are 1yr-5yr lease agreements.
MLS#4071760
1913 S Shore Dr. Albert Lea, MN $419,000
100 Hidden Valley • Lanesboro, MN $539,000
Zero-entry sprawling rambler w/stunning NE facing views across Albert Lea Lake which is nestled on 1 acre & approx. 300 feet of shoreline incl. This breathtaking home will amaze you w/beauty & character the moment you walk inside. High 12' Ceilings, beautiful FP in the LVRM, Radiant flr heat system -8 zones including the gar, Lennox- 4 zone heating & AC system w/UV / HEPA filtration system, Kohler generator system 12RES- auto transfer switch, natural gas fueled, boat lift & Aluminum dock system.
MLS#4086390
500 Riverview Dr. • Whalan, MN $84,900
4 BED, 4 BATH • 2,718 SQ. FT. Once in a lifetime opportunity! Custom built private off-the-grid retreat on 56 acres with in walking distance to Lanesboro.
2.50 ACRES
Gorgeous Lot for sale with the enjoyment of common woods, trails and access to the Root River for outdoor enjoyment. It’s time to build on this 2.50 acre lot!
Pending 159 5th Avenue SE • Dover, MN • $220,000
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Roxanne Johnson BROKER, ABR, CRS, GRI 24 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE PH: (507) 458-6110
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110 Main Ave S, Harmony
25371 County 20, Preston
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Classic contemporary design from 1950 that lends well to current lifestyles and décor. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1 car. $118,900
511 New St, Whalan
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301 Ashburn St. E, Lanesboro
41571 County 24, Mabel
616 Fillmore St E, Preston CRES
2+A
A Little Slice of Heaven! This country home offers a scenic country view with mature trees and conveniently located to the area’s best trout streams. 2 bedrm home, 3 car garage, almost 1 acre. $92,900.
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64 Main Ave N Harmony Attractive historic building in the heart of the action! Main floor commercial space with half bath. Upper level apartment with high ceilings, some original features and very spacious. CA, FA, garage, deck. $75,000
Minnesota & Iowa Licensed
REALTOR, GRI 7 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE PH: (507) 886-4221 705 3rd Ave SE, Harmony
15680 County 9, Preston NEW
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Giddy Up to the Country! 4.84 acres offering a historic 3 story hip roof barn & fenced pasture for your 4 footed friends. Spacious home with character by design this brick home has a wonderful yard, mature windbreak & 2 car garage. Updates include shingles, HE furnace, circuit breaker, pressure tank, PVC drains, and septic 2012. Easy drive to Forestville. $114,900
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Huge 5 bedroom 4 bath home with open living area, vaulted ceilings, main fl master bedroom with ensuite, 3 bedrooms on main, LL offers huge family room and 2 additional huge bedrooms and bath. XL 2 car garage
15 3rd Ave SW, Harmony
32420 Garden Road, Harmony CRES
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Adorable move in ready home, features a new kitchen with hickory cabinets, updated appliances, large dining room with hardwood floors, & relaxing livingroom with fireplace. 3 bedroom on nice corner lot with 2 car garage. Nicely landscaped & great location. $153,900
22092 County 19, Spring Grove
Charming & bright 1927 home. Awesome view of the north bluff & short walk to the Root River & trail access. 3-bedroom, 2 bath, garage with RV carport, storage, fenced yard. $167,500
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Recently closed church offers a rare opportunity for renovating into a home, operating business, or just enjoying a large space for a home and shop. The property is sold "AS IS" upon closing. Good well - would make a nice ranchette. $40,000
Pending What a great place to get away or plan to stay. 3 bedrm, 2 bath home, 2 car garage, plus extra 1 car with storage. Near trail. $104,900
712 Houston St NW, Preston
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Kelsey Bergey
Hard to find a lot like this in town! 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath .Detached 1 car and 2 car garages, on 2 + acres Plenty of space to garden, build a shop, and play ball! Backs up to country and directly across from Mayo bus pick up lot. Just a short walk to paved trail system, river, and park. $115,000
507 Fillmore Ave S, Lanesboro
A Slice of Country near some of the best trout fishing around. Just shy of an acre, this property offers a spacious 2 bedrom Att 730 sq ft insulated garage, plus detached 1 car . 24 X 32 shop has infrared heat, circuit breaker and 220 with 10 x 11 overhead door. $144,900
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740 3rd Ave SE, Harmony
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1908 Victorian Anna V’s Bed & Breakfast offers comfortable elegance, tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood four blocks from downtown, Anna V’s is within walking distance of the Root River, the bike trail, & more. This impressive Victorian offers 4 beautiful suites, owners’ unit, 2 car Lovely ranch home offers all main floor living 3 bedroom, garage, and carriage barn. Perfect for your new beginnings as innkeepers or private home. #1 TripAdvisor Rating 2 bath, 2 car. $199,900
Backs up to county! – 3 bedroom, 3 bath ranch home, generous sized rooms, great kitchen with island, main floor laundry, plus awesome deck and patios to enjoy the country view from the back yard! Att 2 car plus full Private setting. 2 bedrm ranch home, fireplace, HE basement, walk-out, shop and storage. $199,900 furnace, central air, steel roof, updated windows, det 2 car garage plus pole shed & small livestock barn. Septic 117 Karli Dr, Mabel 2016 & good well. Nice mix of pasture & crop land. Seller invites your offer.
Buildable Lots & Land Parcel 1: 6 acres- rural Mabel. Inviting for an organic homestead, building a home, barn, establishing an orchard, or garden & still have room to graze a few animals. Disconnect from a busy world, drop a line in Wisel Creek trout stream. $29,900 Parcel 2: 2 acres - wooded lot just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the Root River & paved trail system, an easy walk to parks, pool, and shopping. Great place to build. Preston $39,900
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IMMACULATE! Turn-key 2 bedroom ranch offering main floor living, 2 baths, laundry and easy flow floor plan. Nicely updated kitchen and freshly painted interior. 2 car att garage, deck and awesome yard, backs up to country. $123,900.
12945 County 21, Canton
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Parcel 3: Half acre lot: Preston- Open views and great location to build your dream home just a short distance 5 acres with barn, fenced pasture and buildable to parks and pool, trail & river, and downtown. Walk out lot $56,900 with city utilities included. $38,000
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$95,900
412 W HIGH ST. SPRING VALLEY, MN
Totally remodeled and renovated 2 bedroom 1 bath home. New electrical, wiring, plumbing, sheet rock (down to stud walls), interior paint, new carpet and laminate, new stainless steel appliances, completelynew full bath w/shared laundry & stackable washer & dryer. Upper level would make a great master bedroom with the walk in closet. Vinyl siding, metal roof, sprayed foam basement walls, large corner lot with park like back yard. Move in condition and ready for immediate occupancy.
805 S SECTION AVE. SPRING VALLEY, MN
$219,000
Beautiful well maintained and updated 4 bedroom 3 bath home situated on 0.97 lot in Spring Valley. New laminate floors on main level, main floor master bedroom with walk in closet, main floor laundry, front porch and back deck off living room. Both living room and family room have gas fireplaces. The lower level walk out is completely finished with 2 bedrooms, full bath, large enough for ample sized family room and still room for a pool table or game tables. Raised garden beds in back yard, 3 stall garage with cement drive, and beautifully landscaped yard. Call for your appointment to preview!
Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com NEW
$173,500
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An Excellent investment opportunity! 8 unit apartment building w/2 efficiency apts and 6 - 2 bedroom units. This property is in “turn condition with many updates. 6 units Reduced key” have two exit doors, Unit #6 has 3 levels, extra storage units or closets available to renters and separate laundry room with 2 coin operated washers, coin operated dryer, clothes line and folding tables. Off street parking available. Beautiful patio area with tables, chairs and charcoal grill for tenants’ use. All units currently rented except landlord efficiency apartment which landlords keep for themselves.
$435,000
$262,000
505 CALHOUN AVENUE S, LANESBORO
• 5 Acres • Beautiful setting • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Cedar log siding • New metal roof • High vaulted knotty pine ceilings • Open floor plan • Fireplace • Wood stove • Large loft area • Finished lower level with walkout • 2nd kitchen in lower level • Covered porch • Large private deck • Apple trees • Abundance of wildlife • 40x24 garage/machine shed • Peace and quiet on dead end road
492 PLEASANT ST SW, CHATFIELD
NEW
OPEN HOUSE •10:30 AM - NOON
SATURDAY, JULY 13TH Detour Directions: From Chatfield, West on Hwy 30; North on County Road 7 to Hwy 52; Northwest on Hwy 52 RANCH WITH EVERYTHING NEW IN 2012
7.16 ACRES
10541 HWY 52 SE, CHATFIELD
#5220607
COMPLETELY REMODELED
#5242019
$769,900 12089 SPRING ROAD SE, CHATFIELD #5034315
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Custom Walkout Ranch • 2004 • Both floors have in-floor heat • Handicap accessible • Fireplace • Ceramic tile throughout • Granite tops • Additional land available • Barn/Machine shed (40 x96 ) 3 Box stalls • 5 double tie stalls • 39 Acres tillable • 29 Acres pasture • 8 Acres woods PRIVATE COUNTRY SETTING NEW LISTING 5 ACRES
BRAND NEW TWINHOME NEW PRICE
$174,900 116 & 120 SCHULTZ STREET, UTICA
$169,900 26133 JASMINE DRIVE, FOUNTAIN #5204767
• 3 Bedrooms, • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • No steps • 1,358 sq. ft. • Main floor living • Open layout • Ceramic tile floors • Vaulted ceilings • Patio • Maintenance free exterior • No association fees • Great price & only a short drive to Rochester/Winona
• 3 Bedrooms • Main floor living • Metal roof • Updated furnace & central air • Shared well • 30 x 52 Pole shed built in 2007 with concrete floor • +/- 4 Acres of pasture • Cash or Conventional financing • Selling AS-IS condition • Cosmetic updates needed
#5213171
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Main floor living • Vinyl siding • Replacement windows • 0.23 Acre lot • Updated furnace, wiring, plumbing, central air • Storage shed • Appliances • Selling AS-IS
$177,500
#5204767
• 5 Bedrooms • 2 Car garage • Solid Foundation • Original woodwork • Hardwood floors • 9 Ceilings • Barn • Hog Shed • Pole shed • Selling AS-IS • Blacktop road • Buyer responsible for well & septic
28977 181ST AVENUE, WYKOFF
#5251920
• 3 Bedroom • 2 Baths • Main floor living • Deck • 2,172 sq. ft. • Master suite • Fireplace • Blacktop Road • New metal roof • New septic • Good well • 0.92 acre • 3 Car heated garage (1,246 sq. ft.) with storage area
FARM LAND CHATFIELD – ORDAN TOWNSHIP 154 Acres of bare land, (100 acres tillable, 40 acres pasture with spring, 14 acres woods/non-tillable). Possible building site. $885,000 $840,000 $750,000
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ELCOR Realty Co. LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE
$109,900 20266 STATE HWY 16, WYKOFF
TIM DANIELSON
SPRAWLING 1997 RANCH IN THE COUNTRY
6.73 ACRES HOBBY FARM
NEW LISTING
122 MAIN ST S, WYKOFF
• 3 Bedrooms • Built 1944 • 0.62 Acre corner lot • 2 Garage stalls • Hardwood floors • Central Air • Enclosed porch • Room for expansion • Selling AS-IS • Ideal starter home or investment opportunity
140 acres • Prime hunting ground • 63 acres tillable • 20 acres pasture • Building site with outbuildings • 1920 sq. ft. pole shed • Barn • Well
INCREDIBLE HILLTOP SETTING WITH GORGEOUS VIEWS
• 2 Bedrooms • Main floor laundry • Double lot • Custom Ash cabinetry • Wood floors • 2-Storage sheds • Completely remodeled inside & out • Move-in condition • Secluded location within walking distance of downtown
NEW LISTING
$99,900
$74,900 301 W TRACY ROAD, SPRING VALLEY #5223725
SOLD!
433 HALF ST, WHALAN
$139,900 3 TWIFORD ST SW, CHATFIELD
#5242019
UPDATED COMMERCIAL BUILDING
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FORESTVILLE STATE PARK
2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, fishing, camping • Private • Ideal for house or cabin REDUCED! 27583 DEEP RIVER ROAD LANESBORO $569,900
Beautiful setting along the bluffs • 1/2 acre (3 lots) • Vinyl siding • 2 car garage plus 1 car garage • Enclosed porch • Close to Root River • Next to state bike trail • Unlimited potential
CUTE DOLL HOUSE!
• 3 Bedroom home/apartment on second level • Main floor kitchenette • Bath ideal for Airbnb rental • Main level for office or retail space • Wood floors • New metal roof and quality triple pane windows • Enclosed porch • Patio • Garage • Across from Bike Trail
• 3 Bedrooms • Bath • 2 Car Garage • 3,128 sq. ft. • Hardwood floors throughout • Main floor living • All new Windows, Roof, Siding, HVAC, Electrical • Remodeled Kitchen & Bath • 13 miles to Rochester • 3 Pole Sheds • Newer well and septic installed in 2018
ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE
$99,900
$59,900
Great opportunity in Lanesboro on high traffic area • Ideal retail business • Updated building • High ceilings with tin • 1/2 bath on main floor • New front entrance • Ready for immediate use • Upstairs apartment has 2 bedrooms • Kitchen bath and pantry • Private fenced area in back with covered patio
$169,900 #5253824 105 ELMWOOD ST EAST, LANESBORO #5253738
$349,900
G
LISTIN
80 ACRES
• 2 Bedrooms •2 Baths • Garage • Open layout • Built 2006 • Main floor laundry • Private patio • Wooded view • Modern d cor • Convenient Location • Well cared for • No lawn mowing or snow shoveling
• 1 Bedroom • Bath • Garage • Full basement • Vinyl siding • Rural setting • Shared well • Ideal for starting out or weekend retreat • Close to City Park • Selling AS-IS
SPUD BOY DINER 105 PARKWAY AVE, LANESBORO Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • High traffic area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation
521 TWIFORD ST. SW, CHATFIELD
110 COFFEE ST. LANESBORO
$134,900 366 MAIN ST NORTH, CHATFIELD
#5237988
$124,900
Charm and character throughout home • 3 bedrooms • 768 sq. ft. heated garage plus 1 car attached garage • All brick front • Gorgeous landscaping • Maint. free fence • Patio • Red Oak floors • New windows • Large living and dining area • Main floor laundry • Move-in ready
NEW LISTING
$54,900
If you are looking for a house that is ompletely updated and remodeled ($2,000 allowance for upstairs windows), all new mechanicals including Reduced C/A, updated 100 amp electrical panel, all new stainless steel appliances and new washer & dryer, look no further! This 3 bedroom 1 bath home with a 2 stall detached garage and ample sized lot is ready for immediate occupancy. The updates are completed with new flooring, completely painted interior with knock down walls & ceilings and brand new main floor full bath. Call me for an appointment to view!
$165,900
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COMMERCIAL BUILDING $129,900
AFFORDABLE & CARE FREE LIVING
CUTE AND COZY
NEW
27315 230TH ST, PRESTON 5 acres • Charming country home (Crestwood Country Cabin) • Ideal for horse set up • Wood ceilings and walls • 3 Bedrooms • Main floor laundry • Open living and dining area • Steel roof • New windows • RV hook-ups • Loft area • Insulated 2+garage • Covered porch • Shed with country kitchen • Deck fire pit 14x30 storage shed • Great views • Close to town • Can be used as a rental property or personal home
24096 ORCHARD ROAD, WYKOFF Charming home in scenic Lanesboro • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Wood floors throughout home • Enclosed porch is perfect for an office • Formal living room & dining room • Main floor laundry • Newer roof • Walking distance to school. Quick possession available.
212 S. MAIN ST. GRAND MEADOW, MN
$149,000
Chatfield Office Rochester Office 116 N. Main St. 4123 26th St. NW $225,000
CED!
REDU
80-acre paradise • Walking Trails • Creek • Wildlife • A lot of tree value • Large 4 bedroom country home • 4 baths • Wood floors • Formal dining room • Formal living room • Family room w/fireplace • Large office • Covered porch • Main floor master with bath • Steel siding • Lower level rough-in for 2 additional bedrooms • Outbuildings • Ideal for retreat, country B&B, weekend getaway or family residence • Unlimited possibilities
SOLD!
124 N. BROADWAY SPRING VALLEY, MN
Great opportunity to own commercial property in downtown Spring Valley. Was a former law office and has 3 offices, conference room, reception area and bath on main floor. Updated and remodeled with newer sheet rock, flooring and updated paint colors. Storage room in upper level. Could be used for multiple business types. Plenty of parking spaces and exposure.
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22004 411TH AVE, LANESBORO
$119,900
$69,900
New Office
SOLD! * 80 acres *
503 BENCH ST., SW, CHATFIELD Ranch home on corner lot • New metal roof • Updated windows • Covered patio • 2 car garage • 2 bedrooms on main floor • 3 baths • Main floor laundry • Large family room • Room for expansion in lower level
Sunshine on my Mind 404 MATHER ST. LEROY, MN
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$246,900
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WYKOFF Farm in ordan Township 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $399,900
517 HAWKEYE ST. SW, CHATFIELD
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SOLD
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LANESBORO 20 acre building site (5 tillable, balance woods) ad acent to state land. Blacktop road, great views, good access, new driveway, trails and tons of wildlife. 5032444 $149,900 LANESBORO New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area. Call for details $79,900
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