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The family that plays Spoons Buzz together, stays together

Noble Bros, left to right, James, Philip, Thomas, Andrew, and John. BY R ICH WICKS rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Anyone who uses a smartphone understands what is meant by the phrase “There’s an app for that,” as it seems there is an app for just about anything one can imagine. Five brothers from Spring Valley have launched their own game app, and it appears to be catching on. The Noble Bros are Philip (20 years old), Thomas (23), John (25), James (28) and Andrew (33), and their game is called Spoons Buzz. When describing how the brothers became creators of a new video game, Philip said the love of gaming runs in their family. Besides the fact that the brothers all enjoy playing such games, Philip added, “Our parents were into video games. Our mom’s family was one of their first to have a Pong game. And our dad actually worked fixing old video game consoles for a while.”

John said that besides enjoying gaming as a hobby, “I went to Western Iowa Tech (Sioux City) from 2014 to 2016, and I went there for Video Game Design specifically.” So the brothers clearly have gaming in their bloodline, as well as practical experience. In describing how the idea came about, Philip stated, “We had the idea about a year ago. And the idea was kind of focused around recreating the classic card game of Spoons, and kind of creating that moment when everyone is racing for the spoons, only using cell phones.” He further added, “We didn’t really think it would take off. It was kind of a joke… So we mentioned it to one of our cousins, and he was like, ‘That sounds like a lot of fun. I would enjoy playing that.’” From there, the boys began working on designing the game and ironing out the wrinkles along the way. The game app was formally

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launched on November 21, and is available as a free download through the “app store” for Android and iOS platforms (keyword: Spoons Buzz). As noted on their Noble Bros website, “Spoons Buzz is a new kind of game that brings bundles of fun each time it buzzes your phone. Grabbing a spoon is as easy as checking a text message, but will you be fast enough to compete for first place? Only the best player will get the golden spoon, so be prepared for fierce competition, with less than seconds separating the champs from the chumps.” When asked to explain how the game is actually played, Philip said, “It’s super simple… basically you wait for a notification to come to your phone. It’ll buzz, and that’s when you race other players to respond to it the fastest, and based on how you do, you’ll place differently and get different rewards.” See NOBLE BROS Page 6 ➤

JLD Enterprises, LLC enters second year of business BY H ANNAH WINGERT hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com

When Jim Davis bought his snow removal and lawn care business in September of 2018, he jumped in with both feet. That winter was unusually intense with a blizzard in late February and another big snowstorm in April, bringing him lots of business removing snow. The following spring and summer were very wet, which provided him with an abundance of lawn care work. “It was a good summer with all the rain and humidity,” he said. Since then, he’s stayed busy and even started plowing snow earlier than normal this year in November. Davis purchased two buildings on the outer edge of Canton from Steve Poppewell in

July of 2018, and took possession of them in November of that same year. “I always needed room for my own storage,” he explained. One of the buildings was the perfect place to run his newly acquired snow removal and lawn care business, JLD Enterprises, LLC out of. Craig Fishel had previously owned and operated the business under a different name and in a different location and, when Davis purchased it upon Fishel’s retirement, he needed to move it. He didn’t need all of the space in his new buildings though, and so he decided to rent out what he wasn’t using. Several businesses now rent space from him, filling up both buildings. In addition to running rental See JIM DAVIS Page 2 ➤

Chatfield citizens express their concerns BY K AREN R EISNER karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

At the December 9 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, during the Truth in Taxation public hearing, numerous citizens took the opportunity to express their concerns and pose questions related to rising property taxes. City Clerk Joel Young gave an in-depth budget presentation, both looking back at 2019 and looking forward to 2020 and beyond. Construction of the new swimming pool and its opening, the Highway 52 lighting and improvements, a new roof on the city shop/fire hall, street maintenance, and water

main and catch basin repairs were the most visible projects over the last year. Unusually heavy snow in February and heavy rains in June added to the expenses for public works. Some damages due to heavy rains still need to be repaired. Chatfield has been growing its businesses and its housing. Seven new home permits were issued. There was $1.7 million in residential construction and $9.8 million in commercial construction in 2019. The city has maintained its AA, strong bond rating and financial position. See CHATFIELD Page 9 ➤

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property and his lawn care/snow removal business, Davis, who lives in Canton with his wife and daughter, also works parttime for the City of Canton in the city maintenance department, which means that when it snows, he stays busy plowing city streets and his clients’ properties. He previously worked at Gjere Construction in Mabel for a number of years doing concrete work. Davis currently owns two zero-turn lawn mowers for his summer work, and a skidloader for plowing snow in the winter.

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He also has the use of a pick-up truck with a plow attachment. “I’ve been very busy this year,” Davis said. He’s added more clients to his list and currently serves residents and businesses in Canton, Lenora, Mabel, Henrytown, and Harmony. He’s open to expanding and branching out to other areas as well, noting that if his business grows to the point that he would need to hire an employee, he’s prepared for that possibility. “As of right now, I’m able to take care of everything,” he said. He is also looking into ways to expand other areas of his business such as putting up rental storage units.

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C OMMENTARY Is Islam a “peaceful” religion? By Flip Huggenvik Big Spring (Harmony), MN Jason Dahl was the Captain on United Flight 93 that crashed on September 11. Jason was my friend. I was also a Captain for United Airlines. Jason and I worked together as Flip Huggenvik instructor pilots for United at the training center in Denver, Co. The Muslim terrorists that took out the four flights that day were considered “radical” Islamic. Fifteen of the 19 were Saudi. Recently a Saudi pilot-intraining at the Naval Air Station

Pensacola killed three Americans. Why did he kill? The same reason the terrorists did on 9/11. The Islamic Quran commands it. How can the majority of Muslims claim it is a peaceful religion? Because... most have not read the Quran, or the “Hadiths” that expound on the verses in the Quran and the life of the prophet Mohammed. The culture of Eastern Muslims is to rely on and believe what those in authority say. And most of the leaders, or Imams, proclaim an innocent and tolerant version of the Quran and Mohammed. Obedience is a sacred trait of the Muslim faith. The word Islam means “to surrender.” There are peaceful chapters

or “Surahs” in the Quran. They were “revealed” to Mohammed in a cave called Hira near Mecca in 610 A.D. Mohammed’s god, Allah, wanted to correct the Jewish Old Testament and the Christian’s New Testament (with Jesus as part of a Triune God.) His gentle and tolerant Meccan revelations were intended to bridge the gap between Jews and Christians, winning both over to Allah’s “correction.” It didn’t work. Mohammed was run out of town. He went to Medina. It was in Medina where the rest of the Quran was revealed to him by Allah. And there was a marked change. The Surahs became violent. And Mohammed became violent. He beheaded Jews. He fought wars. He raided and killed. He took “booty” in his victories. And the booty includ-

When there is a choice, choose joy! By Yvonne Nyenhuis The day before Thanksgiving I woke to a world white with snow and the neighbors Christmas lights shining through the grey dawn. In that moment I felt cheered. The colored lights made me feel Yvonne hopeful and Nyenhuis optimistic. In town I saw a city truck piled high with sparkling “snowflakes” to be hung along the main street. On the face of the Commonweal Theatre is advertising for their Christmas show – words proclaiming the return of a family favorite the Sanders Family

Christmas by Connie Ray, with musical arrangements by Gary Fagin and John Foley. The signs of the beginning of the Christmas season are a welcome reminder that what is beautiful is still within reach and that each day is a gift to be unwrapped. The setting for my formative years as a child took place in a Victorian home in Huntingdon Valley, Pa. A hallway proceeded from the front door separating two living rooms. One faced south, the other faced north. Both had fireplaces where wood was stacked ready to be lit at will. Our Father was a tree surgeon. There was always a pile of logs split and ready for a fire. As a child I looked forward to Christmas morning. My two older sisters and I would sneak down the

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stairs and marvel at what we saw. Both living rooms had live trees, floor to ceiling covered with lights. Under each was a mountain of presents in sparkling array. We headed for the south living room where there was a fire, flames dancing in the fireplace. Here the family gathered to begin the days festivities. Our father pulled back the curtain revealing the contents of the “Representation.” Each year he brought out the wood stage he had constructed, which was about four feet in length. On the left there was a flock of sheep coming down a grassy hillside. To the right was a shelter where Mary and Joseph looked down on the baby Jesus asleep in the manger. In the middle was a small angel dressed in white surrounded by light. In the center of the room was a card table covered with a white Response to Jeff Erding... To the Editor, Jeff Erding has finally presented a worthwhile link to understanding what is wrong with America. The link he provided took me to AmericanExperiment.org. It is a great place to get right wing talking points and help with racist and white supremacy thinking. This is another organization funded by the Bradley Foundation, a part of the Koch Brothers hard right lobbying efforts. It is interesting to read articles written regarding the bias of this organization. Just do a search. Or is this part of the plot by Russia to overthrow our elections? Wake up America! Talk to your neighbors. Find out what’s on their minds. And start thinking for yourselves. Democracy is supposed to be run by it’s citizens. Be a citizen. Get involved in local issues, write to your elected representatives and vote your conscience. Don Bell Lanesboro, Minn.

ed human captives. Women. Unspeakable acts were allowed that I will not include here. You can read them for yourself... Surah 4:24, 23:5, 70:29. This sexual injustice is reprehensible, but Allah wills it. All of this was commanded by his Allah in the Medina Surahs. And those chapters in the Quran still apply today. It is not “radical” Islam. It is just Islam. The hostile Medina Quran calls for Muslims to kill anyone who leaves the Islamic faith. Also, Medina Surah 9:5 command Muslims to “kill the infidels (non-Muslims) wherever you find them and take them as captives and besiege them and lay wait for them with every kind of ambush so if they repent (and become Muslim) and perform prayer, leave their way free.” Convert or die, and many other

violent commands. Allah also revealed to Mohammed.... If one is quoting from an early Meccan Surah and there is a contradicting Surah given later in Medina, the Meccan quote is no longer valid. It is called the Doctrine of Abrogation. This abrogation applies to 60% of the Quran. The early peaceful Surahs of Mecca no longer apply, but they are still in the Quran! And the Quran is not written in chronological order, so the reader can’t say which Surah is applicable. So peace-loving Muslims can claim Islam to be peaceful! And Medina Muslim followers can justify violence and killing! All in the name of Allah. The unpleasant truth is that the Quran teaches faithful Muslims to be at war with non-Muslims until they are all subdued. That is one wacky religion.

cloth. On it rested the “Word” which was open and marked with a red satin ribbon embroidered with Hebrew letters which spelled Jehovah. A lighted red candle lent a soft light to the scene. Then in the comfort and warmth, our Father would begin to read. “...and there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the fields keeping watch over their sheep by night, when the Angel of the Lord came upon them and the glory of the Lord shone round about him – and He said, “Fear not, for I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be for all ‘people’”! After the reading we made our way to the north living room where our mother took her place at the piano and accompanied us as we sung our favorite hymns. This was followed by a parade to the dining room where the oak table was covered with a white linen table cloth. In the

center was an arrangement of pine branches and cones and shining glass decorations, which were lighted by tall red candles. There was an abundance of food, meat and vegetables, including mashed sweet potatoes covered with toasted marsh-mallows. Dessert was a production. Our mother carried proudly her plum pudding from the kitchen. The lights in the room were dimmed in order to see the blue flame that rose from the dessert, which had been sprinkled with rum. The climax of the day came when we were satiated with red Port wine and the sumptuous feast. It was time to open our gifts. There was much excitement as the shiny wrappings and ribbons fell away, disclosing the contents of the packages. As the years go by, traditions may be altered by time, but each year still brings the promise of love, hope and “peace on earth”!

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Because of this unique design, the game is not time-consuming, because it only takes a few seconds intermittently throughout the day. Philip and John explained that they designed Spoons Buzz to accommodate whatever a particular player’s availability may be. Each individual spoon race is a stand-alone event, so it’s easy for players to play when they wish, and to ignore the game at other times. They also stressed that users can switch to silent mode or sleep mode to avoid being disturbed by unwanted buzzes. “You’ll generally be playing against six to eight other players,” Philip explained. New users are assigned to play against other players randomly. But the Noble Bros said the game allows users to “friend” each other, and the game will then automatically match up players against their friends. John said it’s really fun to be physically in the same room as others he is

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playing against, because when the game buzzes, everyone suddenly reaches for their phone to win the golden spoon. Although the game is completely free to play, there are optional in-game purchases available, as a way to earn game rewards. But players have the option to earn those rewards by watching ads instead. Since the game has been available for less than a month, the user base is still in its infancy, and John added, “As a company, I’d say the hardest thing has been just getting noticed. There are a lot of people who make apps for smartphones, and there are maybe 100 apps that come out for phones every day.” The Noble Bros said Spoons Buzz was created with adults and children in mind. John stated, “The game can connect players of all kinds, all different ages, grandparents with grandchildren.” Spoons Buzz was also made to be user-friendly for non-experienced gamers. This reporter decided to download the app and give Spoons Buzz a try. When download-

ing the app, customer reviews showed an average rating of 4.6 on a 5-point scale. As promised, it’s completely free to download and play, although in-app purchases are an option. This reporter managed to respond quickly several times, resulting in golden spoons grabbed. It’s fun, takes only intermittent moments throughout the day, and strangely addictive. Each player starts with a simple “smiley face” icon, but players are able to customize their own icon, including hair, glasses, and other options. Regarding the response to their game, John said that although there are not yet a lot of users, “We are very happy with how it’s turned out so far… As far as our users go, we do have a pretty solid retention rate,” meaning that people who try the game tend to keep playing. Looking to the future of their game and their company, Philip stated, “Right now, we are focused on updating it and promoting it… we might branch off into another video game with our company… but that could be down the road a ways.”

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The Whalan City Council discusses the hiring of Karla Merchlewitz as the new Whalan City Clerk/Treasurer at the December 9, 2019, council meeting. Photo by Barb Jeffers By Barb Jeffers Mayor Marlys Tuftin announced at the December Whalan City Council meeting that Lolly Melander has resigned from the position of city clerk and Karla Merchlewitz is the new Whalan city clerk. Present at the regularly scheduled monthly council meeting, held on December 9, 2019, were Tuftin along with council members Kim Berekvam, Everett Johnson and Tanya Cook. Owen Lewis was absent. “This evening I want to announce the resignation of Lolly Melander,” stated Tuftin. Melander submitted her resignation on November 13, 2019. “The City of Whalan will want to introduce and appoint Karla Merchlewitz, who has agreed to be our city clerk and treasurer,” said Tuftin. “We have had the chance to interview her and she has excellent credentials; she was the city clerk in the City of Lewiston. She has a lot of experience in accounting and she has been working very hard already. She came on board in November and has agreed to help us during this transition period,” explained Tuftin. Merchlewitz was unable to attend the December meeting due to prior commitments, but will be introduced and appointed at the January 2020 meeting. “In the meantime, she has done a lot of work for us — gotten all our 2019 records in order so we will be ready for the new year. She has been doing a lot of organization. We are just kind of beginning with the process and I hope everyone will be patient with us; I think things are going to be well organized and we are very happy to have Karla on board,” stated Tuftin. The treasurer’s report and bills due were approved, with one bill looked into before payment will be made. Visitors comments Benjamin Ruberg asked the council when they had announced the date and time of the latest zoning meeting. The council stated the date and time of the zoning meeting was announced at the November 2019 meeting. The Zoning

Board has met each month one hour before the council meeting. There were no other comments from visitors. Old Business The City of Whalan will bill AcenTek for the amount of the final electric bill for the retired AcenTek site, in the amount of $460. The council approved the final tax levy of 10%. An additional 12 months will be added to the Short-Term Rental Moratorium, as the city attorney is helping with an ordinance on the matter but the paperwork is not yet completed. An electric performance meeting will be held on January 4, 2020, at 9 a.m. and immediately after, a review of the Minnesota Basic Code manual will take place, beginning at 10 a.m. New Business Resolution 12-2019-2 was approved, allowing the City of Whalan’s appointed city clerk and treasurer access to all city accounts, including bank

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account records, for the purpose of conducting day to day city business and recordkeeping, pay and approve invoices, reconciling account activities and performing those duties as they relate to city affairs and the city electric utilities. This access will include the ability to co-sign checks from the city’s checking account at Merchants Bank and request documents as needed. Mayor Tuftin recommended establishing a City of Whalan mailing address, as the city’s mail has been being delivered to the former city clerk’s home address. The address of 223 Second Ave. will be the official address for the City of Whalan, which corresponds to where the records are kept, and a post office box will be obtained for the City of Whalan. It was approved to sign the Liability and Casualty insurance waiver through the League of Minnesota Cities. The council reviewed it’s Liability and Casualty insurance coverage. It was decided to add bonding for city employees in the amount of $50,000 coverage per person (the city council and the mayor) to the policy and to also add coverage for the gazebo and the concession stand to the policy. A resolution on how Whalan will hold elections was approved. A resolution is needed for the County Auditor’s Office. The purpose of this resolution is to maintain the continuation of election mail balloting for all elections including general, primary and special elections. Local races and local ballot questions will also be conducted through mail balloting and will include county officials, city officers, school board members and local ballot questions. The next regularly scheduled Whalan City Council meeting will be held on January 14, 2020, at 7 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend.

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OBITUARIES Raymond W. Dvorak Raymond W. Dvorak, 93, of Rushford, died on Saturday, December 7, 2019, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. Raymond was born on October Raymond W. 28, 1926, Dvorak in Winona, Minn., to John and Hannah (Layne) Dvorak. He was raised in the Rushford area. He attended Vinegar Hill School and Houston High School in Houston, Minn. Raymond served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. On November 15, 1968, he was united in marriage with Lucille Kryzer. Raymond farmed all of his career on Vinegar Hill. He loved Farmall tractors and all things agriculture. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rushford. Raymond is survived by his wife Lucille, a son, John (Christie) Dvorak of Houston; granddaughter Kenzie Rae, stepgranddaughter Katie Ciolkosz, and sister Eileen Jacobson. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Vernon Jacobson. A funeral Mass was held 11 a.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rushford, with The Reverend Jason Kern officiating. Burial took place in the church cemetery. Visitation was one hour prior to the service at the church. Please leave a memory of Raymond and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral. com. Joye Fitting Joye L. Fitting, 92, of Houston, Minn., passed away peacefully on Friday, November 29, 2019. With a bright smile and lov-

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ing embrace, Joye was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her creativity and elegance inspired everyone she knew and loved. Joye was born on December 28, 1926, to John and Ida (Carlson) Egland and grew up on the now Raptor Ridge Farm of Joye Fitting Storer Valley, Houston, Minn. On May 24, 1950, Joye was united in marriage with Rolland Fitting. She was an active member of Money Creek United Methodist Church. Joye and Rolland farmed in Money Creek and ran the Money Creek Haven Campground together with Rolland’s brothers and their wives. As a 4-H leader and member of the compassionate friends group, she was always joyous as her name implies. She was humorous, a great story teller, and a beautiful spirit. She will be missed by her family who she cared so deeply for throughout her life. Joye will be missed by two children: Melanie (Tom) Knutson and Janelle Kelleher, both of Houston, Minn.; five grandchildren: Matthew Fitting, Erin (Allen) Frauenkron, Cole (Nicole) Kelleher, Robert (Tory) Fitting, and Emma (Brian Beck) Kelleher; four great-grandchildren: Korey, Karlee, Izabelle, and Brody; sister-in-law Stella Egland of Houston, Minn., and brotherin-law Allen “Bud” (Janice) Fitting of Houston, Minn. She was preceeded in death by her husband Rolland, son Randall, siblings: Edwin, Alma, Elmer, Gladys, Viola, Ruby, Joel, Ilene, Charles, Mayvis, and Marilyn; and recently by son-in-law Kevin Kelleher. A celebration of her life will be planned for this coming spring. Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Houston is assisting

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the family with arrangements. Betty Mae French Betty Mae French, 98, of Chatfield, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2019, at Cottagewood Senior Communities in Rochester. B e t t y Mae Lane was born June 7, 1921, Betty Mae to George French “ R u b e ” and Olga (Hanson) Lane in Chatfield. She attended and graduated from Chatfield High School, and she was Chatfield’s first cheerleader. Betty Mae married Edmund “Boo” French in Chatfield, June 14, 1941. After their marriage, she was a homemaker and worked at Waters Conley and IBM. They loved to travel to Arizona in the winter in their RV and enjoyed square dancing. Betty was member of the Pioneer Presbyterian Church, Eastern Star, Golden Girls, Orion Live and Learn Club, Community Club, and a lifetime member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She also volunteered for Meals on Wheels, and Chatfield Information Center. In her spare time she enjoyed cooking, sewing, and reading; she was also an avid bridge player. Betty is survived by two sons, Thomas Allen and Charles (Geri), both of Chatfield; five grandchildren: Jenn, Ben, Celeste, Yvette, and Beau; nieces, nephews, and eight greatgrandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Edmund, sister Lois Morgan, and two brothers, Lyle Lane and Thomas Lane. A memorial service will be at a later date. To share a condolence with the French family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com. Morris “Mike” Miner Morris “Mike” Miner, 92, of Winona, died Thursday, December 5, 2019, at the home of his daughter in rural Lewiston. Mike was born January 11, 1927, in Clear Lake, Morris “Mike” Miner Iowa, to Ray and Mary (Stites) Miner. On February 1, 1948, Morris and Grace Konken were married at Brownsdale, Minn. They raised their family in Printed with Soy ink the Lanesboro area and later moved to Winona, where Mike worked as the chief boiler operSOY ator for PRINTED Fibrite,WITH until his INK retirement in 1994. Survivors include nine children: Bonnie (Jim) Miller Printed on recycled paper of PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. Austin, Tex., Steve (Deb Swenson) Miner of Harmony, Jackie (Robert) Wenzel of Lewiston, Mike (Diane) Miner of Lime Springs, Iowa, Duane (Mary) Miner of Peterson, Annette (Mike) Tabor of Mazeppa, Marshall (Roxie Jetson) Miner of Mesa, Ariz., Kelly Miner of La Crescent and Holly (Don) Thompson of Utica, 25 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, three sisters: Mary Mortenson of Kasson, Merryelle Whitaker of Adams and Milda Lou (Dave) Weness of Adams; two brothers, Marvin (Pat) Miner of Spring Valley and Meredith “Skip” (Shirley) Miner of Hayfield. Mike was preceded in death by his wife Grace on July 22, 2019. He was also preceded by two grandsons, two brothers, two sisters, a son-in-law and a daughter-inlaw. Services to remember Mike were held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 14, 2019, at Hoff Celebration of Life Center, Goodview - Winona, led by funeral celebrant Dianne Rislow. Visitation was 5-8 p.m. Friday and 10–11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Please share a memory of Mike at his on-online guestbook and view his video tribute when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com.

Mabel area with his adopted parents Lloyd and Jeanette (Roy) Yocum. In 1980 he graduated from the Mabel-Canton High School in Mabel. He served two years in the United States Army. For several years John lived in Rochester working for Firestone and CJ’s Bar, and John Yocum later driving a truck route delivering mail throughout southeastern Minnesota. He enjoyed racoon and deer hunting, fishing, being on the farm, playing cards, especially euchre and hearts, being with family, and riding his HarleyDavidson motorcycle. John is survived by a daughter Kyra (Matthew) Anderson of Minneapolis, his father Lloyd of Mabel, siblings Joan (Craig) Rasmussen of Mabel, Sue Ann Yocum of St. Louis, Mo., Joe Yocum of Mabel, Davey Peterson of Mabel, Darrell “Pete” Peterson of Mabel, Phil (Katie) Yocum of Mabel, and Shirley Scrabeck of Mabel; his longtime companion Glenda Andrist of Rochester; and his favorite dog, Dozier. John was preceded in death by his mother Jeanette, a brother, John Yocum James; maternal grandparents John H. Yocum, age 58, of Phil and Evelyn Roy, and paterRochester, Minn., formerly of nal grandparents Herman and Mabel, passed away Monday, Lena Yocum. December 2, 2019, of Lou Visitation was held 4-7 p.m. Gehrig’s Disease at Bay View Friday, December 13, 2019, at Nursing and Rehabilitation the Mengis Funeral Home in Center in Red Wing, Minn. Mabel. Interment will be at John was born February 20, a later date in the Minnesota MDAN ads to He runState ONE TIME, the 1961, in Madelia, Minn. Veterans Cemetery in grew up on the farm in the Preston. When you buy from a mom or pop business, you are not helping a ceo buy a third vacation home. you are helping a little girl get dance lessons, a little boy get his team jersey, a mom or dad put food on the table, a family pay a mortgage, or a student pay for college. our customers are our shareholders and they are the ones We strive to make happy. thank you for supporting small businesses!

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The preliminary levy was approved in September with an 8.47% increase. This day the final 2020 levy was unanimously approved, showing a 6.38% increase, or an increase of $129,652. Three cost increases for 2020 contributed to this increase: a $35,000 increase to the swimming pool debt service ($284,000 in 2019 and $314,000 in 2020), $36,000 for Highway 52 lighting/sidewalk improvements, and an additional $40,000 transferred to the ambulance fund to keep it in the black. The net taxable capacity for the city increased 12.5%, or $227,573 over 2019. Increases in the net taxable capacity cause the tax rate to go down. Properties that did not see a property valuation increase should see reduced property taxes for 2020. It was noted that Fillmore County valuations increased by a greater percent than did Olmsted County valuations. Young commented on the differences between tax rates among neighboring communities. Tax rates are affected by a city’s policy on assessments, whether or not they assess individual property owners for things like sidewalk improvements. Chatfield shares costs of sidewalk improvements so they are paid for with the levy, instead of through individual assessments. Amenities that Chatfield has, like the swimming pool, CCTV, Arts Center, and wastewater treatment plant should also be taken into account when comparing the tax rates of neighboring cities. One of the city’s long term goals is to gradually reduce the

tax rate, which was 112% in 2019 to 90 (tax rate is down to 106% for 2020). Other financial planning goals include reducing the GO debt per capita from $4,400 to $3,500; keeping the long term cost increases to 3%; reimbursing the General Fund for past tax contributions made to the Sanitary Sewer Fund; and maintaining positive reserves in Enterprise Funds. Goals for 2020 include, but are not limited to, plans for Safe Routes to School, two residential subdivisions, library remodeling (paid with endowment funds), a possible purchase of a used Durapatch machine for streets with Stewartville and Spring Valley, the 2020 census, three elections, and an effort to secure Chatfield Center for the Arts (CCA) Phase II funding. The impact of the 2020 levy increase will vary between property owners due to property value decreases or increases. Mayor Russ Smith made it clear that the city doesn’t set valuations on properties. If a property owner feels his/her valuation is too high, one should take that up with the county assessor. Citizen comments Over a dozen citizens attended the meeting due to their concerns over property taxes. Six of them addressed the city council. Mike Mandt who had authored opinion pieces on the proposed budget/levy and the affect it has been having on property taxes spoke first. His property tax proposal for 2020 on his home was close to $6,000. He maintained other nearby cities would have about half of the tax on a similar property. The valuation on his home was up $54,000 for

Monday, December 16, 2019 this next year. He questioned whether the city could do less. Maybe the CCA needs to be self sufficient. Is it a “need” or a “want”? He noted the concerns he has have been voiced by many others. According to Mandt, the swimming pool referendum was not adequately advertised. He admitted he didn’t read the newspaper, but suggested signs around town noticing the referendum could have made people more aware and resulted in a different outcome. Maybe the city doesn’t need as much of a police force; the library could be open on fewer days. Councilor Paul Novotny explained the 52 project cost was more than what they had saved for it. Without the three cost drivers (debt service increase, 52 lighting, and additional ambulance funding) the levy increase would have been less than 3%. What is needed/ essential varies among the citizenry. The amenities Chatfield has are what makes Chatfield, Chatfield. He agreed that valuations seem to be out of control. Councilor Josh Broadwater agreed individuals value different amenities. We have to do what is best for everyone. The CCA is great for the community. It would not have been cost effective to fix the old pool and the majority voted to construct a new pool. Broadwater told Mandt that the articles he authored resulted in more discussion; they put everyone’s brain to work. Medicare only pays a portion of ambulance bills, so those losses need to be made up. Councilor Mike Urban stated there are unexpected expenses.

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Due to the heavy snows last year the city paid an extra $40,000 to truck snow. Councilor John McBroom said until you get on this side of the table, you can’t see it all; I’m not happy when taxes go up either. We have a fabulous fire and ambulance crew. Urban explained that we have less people than larger cities to spread out the expenses. Mayor Smith reported that the 52 improvements cost a total of $2.5 million. The city’s portion was a fraction of that, $214,000. Rich Bakken admitted he has been a little stunned. He is concerned about future years; saying that we better find a way to control the increase. His taxes have increased by $1,700 over the last two years and his valuation has also been going up. He is afraid the word is out about high taxes in Chatfield. I love Chatfield and have lived here about 30 years. Some people will not be able to swing the tax increases; he is especially worried about young couples. He is concerned that property taxes will stop people from moving to Chatfield. Novotny said the increase in valuations on the Fillmore County side have shifted the tax burden some. Broadwater added that we are very aware of the short term and long term issues. Kyle Davis explained he has a business, rental house, and a home in Chatfield. He is a relative newcomer, having lived in Chatfield about three years. He said his taxes are now more than $7,000. He insisted his taxes would be less if he moved back to Rochester. He warned if taxes keep going up there will be a “for sale” sign in his front yard.

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Vicki Cramer asked how tax increment financing works. Young explained how it works and that it can fill the gap in order to make a project feasible. The developer takes a risk doing a development. Louise Mandt asked how the plan for the pool came about. It was explained that the repair cost of the old pool was not feasible. A committee was formed from volunteers, which lead to plans and eventually the referendum. Roy Lange questioned the use of spot lights at the swimming pool. A certain degree of lighting is necessary to fulfill safety requirements. Other business in brief final budget and property tax levy for taxes payable in 2020 was approved. A resolution was also approved to set the pay grid for 2020 (a 3% increase effective January 1, 2020). explained the Storm Water capital improvement plan was adopted in 2015. An amendment to the plan will include Old Territorial Rd. Phase I includes repair/restoration and Phase II includes improvements necessary to protect from further storm water issues. The amended capital improvement plan was approved as presented. and publication, of Ordinance 446; Fee Schedule 2020, were approved. table the renewal of the Pathfinder CRM Contract. Broadwater asked what the city is getting for the $12,000 to be spent for the contract. He said he wants to discuss it more to see if there is a way it can be restructured.

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Mabel hears request for music festival By Rich Wicks During the Mabel City Council meeting on December 11, citizen Dustin Tollefsrud addressed the council regarding his wish to host a music festival in Mabel. All members were present (Adam Wilder, Mayor Jim Westby, City Clerk/Treasurer Karen Larson, Gary Morken, Terry Torkelson, and Kirsten Wyffels). Tollefsrud said he would like to hold the festival either on the weekend of Steam Engine Days, or on a weekend close to that. He said he would plan to hold the festival “in 2020, or more likely, 2021” due to the need for time to handle all of the logistics involved. He said the plans would include alcohol being sold. Tollefsrud asked for council concerns or feedback. Mayor Westby asked about funding and what Tollefsrud would do regarding a rainout, and Tollefsrud said he is still working on adequate insurance coverage to help with such contingencies. Tollefsrud said he envisions either having the event in downtown Mabel, or at the Historical Society location. After discussion, Gary Morken stated his opinion that, “I think the Historical Society would be a great place for it,” due to the natural amphitheater surroundings there. Council members said that any non-profit group could apply for a temporary liquor license, to be able to serve alcohol at such an event. Mayor Westby summarized that, if a temporary liquor license is approved, “I don’t think there’d be any problem here having it (the

event) approved.” The council discussed a letter the city received from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), sated November 19, 2019. It was a “Letter of Warning” regarding a recent event in which some wastewater was discharged without being first run through the treatment plant. Jeff Rein explained that he was responsible for handling that event, and said, “We took the samples immediately, but in the chaos did not notify the (MPCA) duty officer… as quickly as they wanted.” He added that “This was my issue” and said he views it as a learning experience, to help the city avoid any future lapses in following the regulations during such events. He said the city is implementing new standard practices to assure compliance. Mayor Westby and Karen Larson shared details of a complaint received by the city regarding a parking ticket given to a visitor who was in violation of, but unaware of, the city’s winter parking rules. Mayor Westby said the complainant did pay the fine eventually. Council members discussed that perhaps the city should take more steps to assure citizens and visitors could be made aware of the parking rules. Larson will check with the city of Canton, where signs have been installed about parking rules, and with the city attorney. The could considered putting up a sign on each road into town, with Mayor Westby estimating that would mean eight such signs. No formal action was taken at this time.

Regarding the city budget, Larson informed the council that whereas the original approved levy was for a 7% increase from the previous year, when she worked on the budget she was able to find savings, which brought the final levy amount to an increase of just 3.03%. The council unanimously approved the final budget and final levy as submitted. Larson then informed the council that because of recent local events, bonding of city staff has been “a hot topic” in the county. She said that currently, Mabel has five staff bonded, with each of the five carrying an insurance premium of over $100 annually. The amount of coverage is $25,000 on one policy and $10,000 on the other four. She said she recently found out that the city could get a blanket policy offering $1 million in bonding coverage for a total annual premium of $755, and she said it would also cover the mayor and council. Council members called it a “no brainer” and unanimously approved switching to the $1 million bonding. The council voted to approve Jeff Rein to a two-year term as fire chief. The council also held the annual “Truth in Taxation” hearing as a part of this council meeting, but no citizens spoke on the topic. Citizens are reminded that the city’s garbage/recycling pickup regularly scheduled for December 25 and January 1 will be moved to December 26 and January 2. The council’s next regular meeting will be January 8, at 7 p.m. at the community center. The public is welcome.

PFA awards more than $5.3 million in water infrastructure funding

Three Minnesota cities will use funds to repair and replace their existing water infrastructure The Minnesota Public Facilities Authority (PFA) awarded more than $5.3 million to the cities of Hamburg, Red Lake Falls and Tracy. “Keeping Minnesota’s waterways clean and safe is an investment in our citizens and our community,” said Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. “I congratulate these three cities on their awards.” “Clean water is vital to the Minnesota economy,” said Steve Grove, commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) and PFA chair. “By making these

investments now, these cities are paving the way for future economic success.” Details on the awards as follows: Hamburg, $1,382,070 Hamburg will use this funding to construct a 75,000 gallon tower and replace and loop their water main. Funding for this comes from a $1,382,070 Drinking Water Revolving Fund loan. The 1% loan is expected to save $170,994 when compared to market-rate financing. Red Lake Falls, $3,014,232 Red Lake Falls will use PFA funding to rehabilitate the sanitary

sewer collection system and replace water mains in the southwest corner of the city. Funding comes from a $728,160 Clean Water Revolving Fund loan and a Drinking Water Revolving Fund loan of $2,286,072. Together the two loans at 1% interest are expected to save $185,972 when compared to market-rate financing. Tracy, $904,358 Tracy will be replacing the sewer collection lines and manholes in the area of 3rd Street and Harvey Street. Funding for this project comes in part from a PFA grant of $904,358 from the Water Infrastructure Fund. Additional funding comes from the USDA Office of Rural Development in the form of a $756,735 grant and a $797,963 loan. The Public Facilities Authority (PFA) provides financing and technical assistance to help communities build public infrastructure that protects public health and the environment and promotes economic growth. Since its inception in 1987, the PFA has financed $4.5 billion in public infrastructure projects in communities throughout Minnesota.

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By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: Is it a violation if the third brake light quits working on a passenger vehicle? What about a vehicle that is equipped with a brake light(s) that flash or pulsate? Sgt. Troy H. Answer: Christianson The state statute says that a vehicle equipped with stop lamps or signal lamps shall at all times be maintained in good working condition. So all brake lights, including the third one, would have to be operational when activated. Flashing lights are prohibited, except on an authorized emergency vehicle, school bus, bicycle, road maintenance equipment, tow truck or towing vehicle, service vehicle, farm tractor, self-propelled farm equipment, rural mail carrier vehicle, funeral home vehicle, or on any vehicle as a means of indicating a right or left turn. Frequently walk around your vehicle and check all the lights, turn signals, license plate lights and high beams. Replace all faulty lights as soon as possible for your safety and others that share the road. Remember that cracked tail lenses must be replaced so the white light does not illuminate through. Law enforcement officers conduct traffic stops due to many types of equipment violations. The most common ones that I see are:

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Notice of filiNg fillmore towNship Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 10, 2020, at the township hall will be open on December 31, 2019, to January 14, 2020. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be given to the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filings may be sent to Bonnie Heidtke, 26297 County 7, Fountain, MN 55935 or call 507-4593443. Filing fee is $2.00. Bonnie Heidtke, Clerk • Fillmore Township

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Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 10, 2020, will be open on December 31, 2019, to January 14, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00.

Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00. Daniel L. Graskamp, Clerk • Fountain Township

Kathy Whalen, Clerk • Harmony Township

Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00. Luanne Storelee, Clerk • Carrolton Township

Notice of filiNg forestville towNship Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 10, 2020, will be open on December 31, 2019, to January 14, 2020. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. Filing on January 14, 2020 will be with the Deputy Clerk, 19247 CR5, Spring Valley. Filing fee is $2.00. Lori Winter, Clerk • Forestville Township

Notice of filiNg holt towNship Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 10, 2020, will be open on December 31, 2019, to January 14, 2020. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00. Chris Gudmundson, Clerk • Holt Township

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Lanesboro EDA awarded grant funding for business enrichment series The Lanesboro Economic Development Authority (EDA) is excited to announce that it has been awarded a grant from the Southern Minnesota Initia-

tive Foundation (SMIF) in the amount of $4,200.00. These funds will be used to host a Business Enrichment Series for entrepreneurs and local leaders. These Business Enrichment Workshops will be provided at no cost to the attendees and will deliver information on topics such as marketing and succession planning. While

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CORRECTION NOTICE OF FILING FILLMORE TOWNSHIP Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 10, 2020, at the township hall will be open on December 31, 2019, to January 14, 2020. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be given to the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filings may be sent to Bonnie Heidtke, 2629 County , Fountain, MN 55935 or call 50 -459-3443. Filing fee is $2.00. Bonnie Heidtke, Clerk • Fillmore Township

this series is currently in its planning phase, look for more information at the start of the new year! Part of the preparation for these courses is to learn what topics are of the most interest to the business commu-

nity. The EDA would like to make the series as beneficial as possible and will be working with the Lanesboro Chamber of Commerce to conduct an online survey gathering relevant information for designing these workshops. All members

Equipment grants available for access to healthy foods Funding for equipment that increases availability and access to affordable, nutritious and culturally appropriate food to underserved communities is now available. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for the 2020 Good Food Access Program (GFAP) Equipment and Physical Improvement Grants. A total of $225,000 is available to help grocery stores and small food retailers purchase equipment or make physical

improvements that will allow them to stock more fresh foods, including produce. Projects must be located in or serve Census-designated food deserts or low- and moderate-income communities with limited access to supermarkets. Potential projects may include the purchase of shelving, mobile food trucks, permanent infrastructure at farmers’ markets, architectural work, and display or storage coolers and freezers, as well as the costs associated with installa-

of the community are encouraged to participate. If you do not receive an email from the Lanesboro Chamber of Commerce, the survey can be found at the city website at Lanesboromn.gov. Surveys will be accepted until the end of the year. tion. Other projects may also be considered. Grocery stores and small food retailers like corner stores, mobile markets and farmers markets, may apply. Multisite proposals are encouraged. Grant awards may range from $2,500 to $50,000, and up to 50% of the award may be requested in advance. Applications are due by 4 p.m. on February 13, 2020. For more information, including the online application, visit the Good Food Access Program Equipment Grant website https://www.mda.state. mn.us/grants/grants/gfapequipmentgrant or contact Ashley Bress at (651) 201-6648.

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Notice of filiNg Norway towNshiP

Notice is hereby given that the following offices and terms will be elected at the Money Creek Township Annual Election of Officers, to be held on March 10, 2020. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00. Adam Florin, Clerk • Money Creek Township

Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00. Barb Eiken, Clerk • Newburg Township

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Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 10, 2020, will be open on December 31, 2019, to January 14, 2020. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filings may be sent to Bill Sullivan, 28609 310th Street, Chatfield, MN 55923. Filing fee is $2.00. William Sullivan, Clerk • Pilot Mound Township

Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 10, 2020, will be open on December 31, 2019, to January 14, 2020. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00.

Keri Sand, Clerk • Preble Township

Jim Stevens, Clerk • Preston Township

Notice of filiNg sumNer towNshiP

Notice of filiNg yucataN towNshiP

Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 10, 2020, will be open on December 31, 2019, to 5pm January 14, 2020.

Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00. Marianne Hockema, Clerk • Sumner Township

Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 14, 2020. Filing fee is $2.00. Deborah Dewey • Clerk, Yucatan Township

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Cherry Grove United Methodist Church to host Blue Christmas service Cherry Grove United Methodist Church will host its fourth annual Blue Christmas Service at 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 21 for anyone in the area who may be feeling “blue” this Christmas. Christmas is considered to be a joyful time, but there are persons for whom the holidays are not entirely joyful; persons who are lonely, grieving, separated from family and friends or carrying a burden of sadness. This service offers a way to claim those feelings and still know the compassionate love of God. The term “Blue Christmas” reflects the emotion of the song popularized by Elvis Presley.

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Christmas at Lenora! Joy to the world! The Lenora Pioneer Church Society is happy to announce the Christmas schedule for the historic Lenora United Methodist Church located near Canton, Minn., in rural Fillmore County. Over the years people have come to worship and enjoy the beauty and wonder of Christmas at this historic pioneer church begun in 1856 by Circuit Rider Rev. John Dyer. This year the kerosene lamps will glow and the wood stove will radiate warmth on cold, dark December nights. There will be special music by a variety of musicians and Christmas carols played on the old pump organ. Rev. Mark Woodward will speak on a variety of Christmas themes that relate to Issac Watts’ inspiring Christmas carol, “Joy to the World.” People are invited to bring nonperishable food for the local food shelf and a financial offering will be received for the ministry of the historic church. Worship schedule for 2019

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Harmony resident raises concerns over splashpad location By Hannah Wingert Harmony resident Samantha Grabau brought her concerns over the proposed location of the splashpad to the Harmony City Council at their Decem-

ber 10 meeting. Grabau’s home borders the trailhead park and, while she supports the idea of building a splashpad in Harmony, she has doubts about the trailhead being the best

location. She noted that there is already an increase in traffic in that area during the summer months, including people driving vehicles, golf carts, etc. on the bike trail. With a splashpad installed, that problem will only get worse, especially on 4th Street. She asked if it would be possible to conduct a traffic study on 4th Street for the safety of people walking on that road or pulling into or out of Kwik Trip. Summer traffic was not Grabau’s only concern as

in the winter, there are a number of snowmobiles that drive through the trailhead park, and it could be hazard to have the splashpad pieces sticking out of the ground. She also pointed out that a substation is located near the proposed location, which has blown once before and asked whether it would be safe to have a water source next to an electrical conductor source. Grabau suggested that splashpad be built at the old skating rink at the camp ground

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as there are already bathrooms, a playground, and basketball courts in that area. The council thanked Grabau for her input. The Truth in Taxation hearing was opened. No members of the community were present to speak at it. The sewer line from Highway 52 to the edge of Industrial Park was jetted recently to clear a partial clog. A chalky residue was found to be blocking the line. The same substance also created a block in 2008 and is believed to be from a business owner washing prohibited materials down their drain. “My question is why do we keep paying money to clean the sewer when they’re dumping stuff down there?” council member Steve Sagen asked. Letters will be sent to the business owners in the area making them aware of materials that are not allowed to be washed down the drain. “We want to thank the council and Greg (Schieber) and Jerome (Illg) for their support for the project,” Ralph Beastrom from the Harmony Historical Society said about the Grain Elevator Restoration Project. “I think we’re starting to move along.” Karen Leno drafted a logo and also assisted Vicky Tribon and Carol Rhodes with designing a brochure for fundraising purposes. The Society is currently working to finalize the brochure and find a company that can clean the interior of the elevator. City Attorney Greg Schieber updated the council on the bike trail extension. The project is in the final stages of wrapping up the title issues and collecting signatures from landowners on the paperwork necessary to move forward. He has just a few more landowners with whom he needs to meet. “We’ve made good progress there,” he noted. Sagen asked if it would be possible to move the 30 MPH speed signs from in front of Harmony Enterprises to before the Industrial Park on Highway 52 as there have been several accidents in that location and increased traffic due to new and expanding businesses. Deputy Jason Harmening pointed out that doing so would mean changing the speed limit, and the city cannot do that without asking MnDOT to conduct a speed study first. Doing so may backfire as MnDOT could end up increasing the speed limit through town. See SPLASHPAD Page 18 ➤

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A little of this, A little of that. By Kathy Little Comfort food gives comfort and joy, so it is good during the holidays or any time of the year! Wikipedia defines comfort food as “Food that provides a nostalgic or sentimental value often characterized by its high caloric nature, high carbohydrate content or simple preparation.” I took an unscientific survey of foods that comfort, soothe, and relieve stress and anxiety. These are the results. The foods may be hot or cold, a main dish, dessert, or snack. Some were sweet. Some were salty. Some were smooth. Some were crunchy. No vegetables were included unless mixed with mayo or covered with melted cheese. According to the people I asked these are COMFORT FOODS: ice cream, pudding, milk and cookies, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes and gravy, bacon and eggs, pancakes, toasted cheese sandwiches, chocolate of any kind, pasta in any shape or form, meatloaf, and any kind of soup, with tomato and chicken noodle being the most popular. No wonder there is a book named Chicken Noodle Soup for the Soul. Grandma Margie to Danielle and Jed was a great cook, among other things. She had about 12 menus that she rotated over my childhood. They were tried, true, and beloved. One of them included Campbell’s chicken noodle soup with buttered soda crackers. Imagine my surprise when my son came home from a visit at Grandma Margie’s house and said that she had served him

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and his cousin Danielle homemade chicken noodle soup! I interrogated him at length since I assumed she had used Campbell’s soup but thrown away the can and claimed it was homemade. I called my sister Julie and we verbally questioned the truth of this soup. I screwed up my courage and asked my

mother if she had made homemade soup. She replied with a deep breath that she had been out of Campbell’s soup, but the kids wanted it. So she improvised using bullion cubes and wide egg noodles. Were her grandchildren complaining about her soup? She was proud and reassured when I explained that they had loved it. I guess that any food grandmas serve with love will be considered wonderful. Mothers are not so lucky! Here is a soup that is homemade in case you run out of Campbell’s.

Beef and Veggie Soup with Mozzarella

1 pound lean ground beef 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes with green peppers, celery, and onions, undrained 4 cups water 5 tps. beef bouillon granules 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning 1/4 tsp. pepper 1 cup shredded mozzarella (4 oz.) 1. In a 4 quart Dutch oven cook beef and onion over medium high heat 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until beef is browned. Drain. 2. Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese. Heat to boiling: reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until veggies are tender. 3. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons mozzarella in each of 8 soup bowls. Fill bowl with hot soup.

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By Leah Himlie To how many things are we as a society now emotionally numb? School shootings are commonplace, immigrant children have been ripped away from their families, half of our Leah Himlie veteran population is homeless, and more. It’s scary to be confronted with the question of if we care about others, but it is one we must ask ourselves from time to time. Most people want to care, but when the same event happens repeatedly, it becomes standard. We gradually become numb, indifferent. We become the same as those who never cared at all. The title of this article is identical to the title of a speech that was given by Elie Wiesel in 1999 in Washington D. C. What he had to say is very powerful and applicable to many of the issues today. He was a Holocaust survivor, and he spoke about World War II and victims of the Holocaust. He brought attention to the feelings of those in the concentration camps, emphasizing how others’ indifference caused victims and survivors to feel abandoned. He used the example of the Holocaust, but the cruelty of indifference can affect almost any group of people who is not in power. Its

effects do not change or diminish depending on whether there is genocide or discrimination; they are eerily similar regardless of the degree of oppression. An important step in fighting indifference is finding out why we become numb over time. It is my belief that sometimes we stop caring because it’s hard to care about those we do not see with our own eyes. The hard truth for some, including myself, is that we don’t care because caring would inconvenience us. Wiesel summarizes this idea when he states, “Of course, indifference can be tempting — more than that, seductive. It is so much easier to look away from victims. It is so much easier to avoid such rude interruptions to our work, our dreams, our hopes. It is, after all, awkward, troublesome, to be involved in another person’s pain and despair.” His words, though about the Holocaust, can be applied to the general indifferent attitude about issues that are still not being addressed. It is an ugly image staring back at us in the mirror, but I believe it is one we must face. Knowing why we become indifferent is an important step to combating numbness. Why should we even bother to try to care? I do not have any better answer than this: people deserve love and compassion. If one is determined not to care, there is nothing I can say or do to convince them otherwise, but

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From us at I am hoping this reason is enough for some. For, if we do not care about others’ plights, there is no way we can help them. In fact, by being indifferent to their struggles, we are benefitting the oppressor. When we allow atrocities to continue occurring simply because it is “not our problem,” we become part of the problem. By not speaking up when we see or hear something that violates another person’s human rights, we are allowing them to be dehumanized. We are sending the message that it is okay to violate human rights. Wiesel goes so far as to say, “And in denying their humanity, we betray our own.” I do not mean to make anyone feel guilty. I do not mean to insult or offend anyone. I do not mean that everyone needs to become an activist worthy of the textbooks. I am simply asking, human to human, that we check our attitudes every now and then. I know that caring about everything all the time is exhausting. It isn’t even possible to do so if we wish to keep our sanity. I just hope that in our everyday lives, we can do some little things like become educated about minorities’ troubles, call out false statements, and spread awareness. Nothing is going to be solved overnight, but if we don’t care, nothing will ever be solved. Acknowledging and caring about discrimination against others is the first step to making our community, our state, and our country a better place for all. Source: https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/ewieselperilsofindifference.html Leah Himlie is a student at Rushford-Peterson High School. She is one of eight area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its 21st year. We are your #1 source for legal notices.

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Fillmore County Sports ‘Cane Girls Make Very Early Statement By Paul Trende They are the two-time defending SEC East champions. Last year’s cochampion, THE TRENDE Kingsland, REPORT moved to the SECWest. And then in one week, Dale Mo g a’s Houston’s girls won two lopsided affairs Paul Trende with division foes. An early view into how the East may shape up is forming. The Hurricanes downed Lanesboro by 32, 53-21. Emma Geiwitz (16 pts, 4-7 threes), Becca Rostad (13 pts, 7 rebs), and Sydney Torgerson (12 pts, 7 rebs, 4 stls) got to double figures. Jenny Albrecht added ancillary help (6 pts, 4 rebs, 6 stls). Lanesboro was led by Brielle Ruen (7 pts). The ‘Canes were up 31-7 at the half. Houston then went to Spring Grove and really put it on the Lions, winning by 58, 81-23. It was 52-10 at the half. Geiwitz (26 pts, 7 rebs, 7 stls), Albrecht (16 pts, 4-5 threes, 6-8 FGs, 8 rebs), Torgerson (16 pts, 7-10 FGs), and Rostad (13 pts, 3-3 threes) combined to go 11 of 14 from distance. In other East affairs, M-C beat Schaeffer and Lanesboro beat the Cougars. Houston (2-0, 2-2) is the early division favorite.

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Last year was a lost year for Fillmore Central boys basketball. There isn’t much news in a 0-27 season. The first week of this year was already more eventful. The Falcons welcomed in a new season by taking it to Cotter 94-56. Zach Haugerud (24 pts, 4-6 threes, 8-14 FGs, 7 rebs) and Haidyn Gunderson (23 pts, 10-19 FGs, 11 rebs, 4 asts) became the first Falcons since 2015 (Trace Tollefson/Kiel Larson, Nick Mensink/Drew Tienter) to each top 20 points in a game. Haugerud had 20 in the first. Ian Shupe (9 pts, 8 rebs) helped. Two nights later versus L/P, FC overcame deficits of 24-15 (first half) and 42-34 (second half ). They finished the first 13-3 (led 28-27 at halftime), the game 15-5. Layups by Shupe (44-44) and Wyatt Breeser (46-44), plus two free throws by Gunderson (48-44) put FC up very late. L/P’s Mach Diang then hit a three (48-47) with 5.5 left. After a Haugerud free throw, with 0:00.6 seconds left, Cole Walters nearly hit a half-court game winning three. It rimmed out and FC escaped 49-47. Gunderson (14 pts, 10 rebs), Haugerud (12 pts, 4 rebs, 4 asts), and Shupe (8 pts, 12 rebs, 3 stls) led the way. Frosh Buay Koak (15 pts, 13 rebs, 3 blks) led L/P. FC then

ended its week in Decorah for the Border Batttle, but couldn’t go from 0-27 to 3-0. The Falcons led MFL Mar Mac (Monona, Farmersburg, Luana, Marquette, McGregor) 34-31 in second quarter before surrendering a 9-0 run. MFL led 40-34 at intermission and started the third quarter 7-0 to lead 47-34. FC got to within one twice, two once, and three thrice, but couldn’t get over the hump. They fell 84-79. Gunderson (28 pts, 14-18 FTs, 15 rebs, 7 asts), FC’s transfer newcomer, authored his third double-double in as many games. Haugerud (13 pts), Carson Kiehne (12 pts, 3-5 threes, 5-7 FGs), Shupe (10 pts), and Grant Kennedy (9 pts, 6 rebs) helped. FC’s starting five scored 72 of 79 points. Cedrick Drahn (6’1” Sr. G) led MFL with a huge game (36 pts, 5-9 threes, 9-17 FTs, 13-18 FTs, 10 rebs, 7 asts). FC is 1-0, 2-1. Brady O’Connor’s group go from not winning a game last year to being the last unbeaten team (asterisk) in the county this year.

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It had been awhile since Lanesboro’s girls beat Mabel-Canton in basketball. One had to go back to 2015 and Olivia Haug’s senior year. The Cougars had won nine straight. Ten looked highly doable. M-C led Lanesboro 41-32 with under 12 minutes left in the game. But the Cougars hit just two field goals the rest of the way. Lanesboro went 9-1 to close to down 42-41. A Payton Benson three put Lanesboro up 46-44 in the final 4:00. It was their first lead since 5-2. Benson hit another three minutes later to break a 46-46 tie (49-46). Jessie Schreiber then hit two free throws (51-46). Scoring 21 of the final 28 points of the game,

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Lanesboro pulled off the comeback 53-48. Benson (12 pts, 7 rebs), Schreiber (12 pts, 6-9 FTs), Brielle Ruen (10 pts, 7 rebs), and Sydney Taylor (8 pts, 10 rebs) did big work for the victors. Payton Danielson (16 pts, 10 rebs, 6 asts, 3 stls), Lauren Wyffels (10 pts), and Camryn Cox (7 pts, 9 rebs) led M-C. Spurred by 24 offensive rebounds, Lanesboro (18 of 65) took 17 more shots than the Cougars (15 of 48). Lanesboro hit 5 of 13 second half three’s after going 0 of 11 in the first half.

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It will be a change of scenery for Kingsland girls basketball this season. Just one year after winning an SEC-East title (shared with Houston), the Knights got exported to the SEC-West. It’s the conference’s tougher division, given the presences of recentmemory state-ranked squads Grand Meadow and Lyle/Pacelli. In their first tough conference test of the year, the Knights eked out a 68-67 victory over solid Randolph. Kingsland led by four late only to foul a three-point shooter. Megan Erickson made all three for the one-point margin. The Knights missed a bunch of free throws (8 of 20 in the second half, 18 of 35 for the game), but used their depth to get the victory. Starter Shelby Beck missed most of the game to injury. Ellie Buchholtz (13 pts, 6 rebs) missed most of the first half due to fouls. Merredith Farlinger (11 pts, 9 rebs, 4 blks), plus bench players Audrey Webster (12 pts, 6 rebs) and Emily Miner (10 pts, 16 rebs), gave team double-K four in double figures. Alyssa Link added 7 points (all in the second half). Anika Reiland hustled to See SPORTS Page 22 ➤

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8 rebounds. Alexys Harwood actually had the game-deciding point, a late free throw. Erickson had 23 to lead Randolph (2-1). Kingsland improves to 1-0, 2-1.

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R-P’s boy’s finally got G-E-T, beating the Red Hawks 60-55. The Trojans were 0-5 in the teams’ five-year series. Houston’s boys beat Lanesboro 68-49. Mikkel Schutte had 13 (pts), 16 (rebs), 7 (asts), and 4 (blks). Alex Van Gundy had 24, but Houston fell to SG 63-58 in OT. The Hurricanes led by five in 0:48 left. Big guys 6’6” Brady Musel (career-high 27 pts, 11 rebs) and 6’6” Zach Hauser (23 pts, 16 rebs) each double-doubled as Kingsland beat G-E 70-58. Reid Johnson scored a career-high 33 points, but Chatfield fell to Triton 77-57. Payton Danielson (5’4”) had 18 rebounds in an M-C girl’s win over S.A. Lanesboro’s boys (0-1, 2-1), FC’s girls (2-1, 3-2), and M-C’s girls (1-2, 3-2) join FC’s boys (above) and Kingsland’s girls (above) in sitting plus-.500 after a week-plus of action. LARP wrestling beat last year’s 1A Section champion Goodhue 43-33.

Boys Basketball (12/2 - 12/7)

M-C 25, SG 64 (M-C: Reid Crawford 6 pts. SG: Caden Grinde 29 pts) W-K 56, Houston 51 Houston 68, Lanesboro 49 (H: Caiden Danielson 19 pts (8-12 FGs); A. Van Gundy 14 pts, 9 rebs; M. Schutte 13 pts, 16 rebs, 7 asts, 4 blks; Braden Kennedy 12 pts (4-7 threes); Noah Kingsley 10 pts, 7 rebs. L: Ryan Holmen 12 pts; Sawyer Johnson 9 pts (3-8

threes); John Prestemon 6 pts, 13 rebs, 3 asts, 3 stls. Leading 40-37, ‘Canes closed 28-12 for win. Kennedy had three key threes) G-E-T 55, R-P 60 (R-P: Malachi Bunke 18 pts (4-10 threes), 4 rebs 4 asts, 3 stls; Luke O’Hare 13 pts, 10 rebs, 4 asts; Ben Wieser 12 pts (6-9 FGs), 6 rebs) Triton 77, Chatfield 57 (C: R. Johnson 33 pts (11-16 FGs, 5-8 threes, 6-7 FTs); David Castleberg 11 pts; Landon Bance 10 pts, 5 asts. Johnson, Castleberg, and Bance scored 54 of 57 total points) M-C 25, SA 50 (M-C: Ethan Underbakke 11 pts; Gavin Johnson 7 pts) G-E 58, Kingsland 70 (K: B. Musel 27 pts, 11 rebs, 9 blks; Z. Hauser 23 pts, 16 rebs; Lucas Howard 8 pts, 4 rebs, 4 asts, 3 stls) La Cres. 78, R-P 53 (R-P: Justin Ruberg 18 pts (7-13 FGs, 4-6 FTs), 5 rebs, 4 asts; L. O’Hare 10 pts, 8 rebs. Trojans 0-1, 1-1) Chatfield 38, PEM 71 (C: R. Johnson 18 pts (6-11 FGs, 3-5 threes, 3-3 FTs), 5 rebs. Gophers 0-1, 0-2) Kingsland 43, #19 in A Randolph 79 (K: B. Musel 13 pts, 13 rebs, 3 blks; Z. Hauser 9 pts. Knights: 1-1, 1-1) Lanesboro 65, M-C 33 (L: J. Prestemon 13 pts, 4 rebs, 5 asts; R. Holmen 12 pts; S. Johnson 11 pts (3-5 threes); Ben Snyder 10 pts, 5 rebs. M-C: E. Underbakke 14 pts, 7 rebs, 4 stls; G. Johnson 8 pts, 5 rebs) SG 63, Houston 58 in OT (H: A. Van Gundy 24 pts; C. Danielson 19 pts. SG: C. Grinde 22 pts; Caleb Nerstad 15 pts. ‘Canes led 27-16 at halftime. Houston led 53-48 (0:48). Grinde then hit a three (0:15) and John Koch subsequently had a steal and lay-up for the tie (53-53) in regulation. Lions scored first seven points of

OT. For second straight time, ‘Canes came just short of ending a huge losing streak to Lions (38 games). ‘Canes: 1-1, 1-2) Lanesboro 61, Postville 38 (L: S. Johnson 19 pts (5-10 threes, 7-14 FGs), 4 stls; J. Prestemon 16 pts (6-11 FGs), 11 rebs, 5 asts; R. Holmen 8 pts, 5 rebs. Decorah Border Battle game) M-C 52, Kee (Lansing IA) 55 (M-C: Parker Ingvalson 19 pts (4-10 threes), 8 rebs, 3 stls; E. Underbakke 11 pts; Brayden Gjere 9 pts; G. Johnson 8 pts, 7 rebs. Decorah Border Battle game. Cougars: 0-3, 0-4)

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R-P 19, FC 55 (FC: Kandace Sikkink 19 pts (7-10 FTs), 9 rebs, 5 stls; Kassidy Broadwater 8 pts, 5 rebs, 6 asts, 8 stls. R-P: Alora Wilkemeyer 6 pts. Falcons start the year 3-0) Chatfield 41, St. Charles 52 (C: Peyton Berg 11 pts, 5 rebs; Silja Erickson 11 pts) SA 32, M-C 45 (M-C: MaKenzie Kelly 12 pts (3-4 threes), 6 rebs; Camryn Cox 11 pts, 8 rebs; P. Danielson 2 pts, 18 rebs; L. Wyffels 7 pts, 9 rebs; Avery Davis 8 pts) R-P 41, La Crescent 59 (R-P: Kaylee Ruberg 15 pts (6-9 FGs), 7 rebs; Ellie Dahl 11 pts (9-13 FTs), 7 rebs. Trojans: 0-3, 0-3) FC 47, Cotter 68 (FC: K. Sikkink 16 pts, 7 rebs; Kelly Ristau 6 pts, 10 rebs; E. Breitsprecher 9 pts, 5 rebs) PEM 58, Chatfield 32 (C: Tessa McMahon 8 pts; Jaiden Zimmerman 7 pts. Gophers: 0-2, 0-2) FC 28, Decorah 32 (FC: K. Sikkink 11 pts, 6 rebs; Kassidy Broadwater 4 pts, 5 rebs, 4 asts, 3 stls) Lanesboro 40, Postville 43 (L: B. Ruen 16 pts, 11 rebs; J. Schrieber 15 pts, 10 rebs. Burros: 1-2, 1-3) M-C 41, South Winn 25 (M-C: M. Kelly 12 pts; L. Wyffels 11 pts; P. Danielson 7 pts, 10 rebs, 6 asts, 3 stls)

Wrestling (12/3)

LARP 33, Triton 42 (LARP built a 30-9 lead, but won just one match over the final seven weights. They trailed 36-33 heading to heavyweight, where Triton secured the match via pin. Jordan Zibrowski (120), Carter Jonsgaard (126), Ross Herber (132), and Gable Speltz (145) had pins for the S-Eagles, Colin Klug (170 > 16-13) a decision win, Tyler Kreidermacher (113) by forfeit); LARP 42, Goodhue 33 (Wildcats are defending Section 1A champs. S-Eagles 1-1) Ellsworth Invite (FCLMC (42) took 10th (of 11). D-E (181) took 3rd. Ellsworth (259.5) took first over Cadott (229). Caden Anderson (145) took third (went 3-1 > W 7-6 D by TB-1, L 3-2 D, W 5-2 D, W pin). Bradon Knutson (120) took fourth (went 2-2 Lanesboro’s Bodin Mayer tests the long-arm of Mikkel Schutte > L pin, W 16-2 MD, W pin, L (to no avail). Schutte got the block, helping Houston to a 68-49 11-0 MD). Michael Barrett (195) took fifth (went 2-2 > L pin, W win over the Burros, as basketball season got into full swing. Photo by Paul Trende pin, L pin, W pin))

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Sen d an upcom i n g event: TUES., DECEMBER 17 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* 9-11:30am and 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St.* 9am-12pm and 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* , bus picks up for shopping 9:35am, United Methodist Church, Preston; 10am Fountain State Bank. Call (800) 944-3874 to ride. 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* 10-11am, St. Olaf Catholic Church, Mabel.*

11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson.* Preston. 507-272-3731.* THURS., DECEMBER 19 12pm, United Methodist Church, 211 St. Anthony 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. St., lower level.* 507-272-3731.* 9am-11:30am, 5pm, Spring Valley Public Library.* 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E Jessie 7pm, St.* Presbyterian Church, Mill St.* 9am-12pm, 1-4pm, 7:30pm, Pioneer 525 Washington St. NW.* Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

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FRI., DECEMBER 20 10-11am, Canton Town Hall, 107 Ash St. 507-251-0520 for information.*

11am, Senior dining and games, Harmony House. 12-6pm, MiEnergy Cooperative, 31110 Cooperative Way, Rushford. WEDS., DECEMBER 18 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community 7:30pm, Pioneer 10-11am, Center. 507-272-3731.* Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.* Canton Town Hall, 107 Ash St. 507-2510520 for information.* 11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, SAT., DECEMBER 21 9-10:30am, 241 Preston. 507-272-3731.* Line St. S, Wykoff. 1-1:45pm, Coffee Street Fitness Center, 1-7pm, Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* American Legion, 114 N. Main, Mabel. 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson.*

10am, Rushford American Legion. 10am-12pm, First Lutheran Church, 202 N. Oak, Mabel. 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507) 765-2518.*

MON., DECEMBER 23 10-11am, Canton Town Hall, 107 Ash St. 507-251-0520 for information.* 1-1:45pm, Coffee Street Fitness Center, Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* , 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston.* , 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-19-766 ln Re the Estate of: RANDALL RAY EATON, Decedent. NOTICE 0F INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INTESTATE) Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. No Will has been presented for probate. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed LEE RAY EATON, whose address is 7455 Saddlewood St, San Antonio, TX 78238, to serve as the personal representative of the Decedent’s estate. Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters of general administration, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the Decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: December 3, 2019 /s/Tammy L. Merchlewitz Registrar Becky Brandt Court Administrator THIS INSTRUMENT DRAFTED BY: Eric S. Corson Atty. #0350357 CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW P0 Box 65 Preston, MN 55965 PHONE: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 info@corsonlaw.com Publish 9,16

CARROLTON TOWNSHIP NOTICE Beginning January 1, 2020, Gaelic Road, east of Goodview Drive, will be closed until April 1, 2020. Luanne Storelee Carrolton Township Clerk Publish 16,23 VEHICLE TOWING IN FORESTVILLE TOWNSHIP Any vehicle stuck in the snow in a manner that does not allow snow removal equipment to pass on a Forestville Township road will be towed at the owner’s expense after attempts are made to contact the owner. Lori Winter, Clerk Forestville Township Publish 12/16, 1/6

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Lanesboro School District #229 will accept sealed bids for the sale of the following: 2007 Chevy Express, 10 Passenger, Tan Van, 194,000 miles. Runs, in fair condition. Sealed bids will be accepted until 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 20th, 2019. Sealed bids will be opened at 10:01 a.m. on Friday, December 20th, 2019. Van can be viewed beginning December 4th, 2019 at the bus shed or contact Chad Wangen (507-467-2354) to schedule an appointment. Lanesboro Schools District #229 reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any defects or technicalities in the bidding, and determine whether a bid is responsive or non-responsive. All items sold "as is, where is" to the highest bidder, no warranties expressed or implied. In the event the highest bidder is unable to accept the bid award, then the next highest bidder will be granted the bid providing the bid amount is immediately available. This process will continue until a successful bid is found and is acceptable. Payment may be made by cash, money order, certified or cashier's check and for the full amount prior to removal of the equipment. All equipment must be paid for and removed from the premises by 2:00p.m., Friday, December 27th, 2019 or the winning bid will be rejected as non-responsive. Sealed bids may be dropped off at the Lanesboro School District Office or mailed to Lanesboro Public School, 100 Kirkwood St E, Lanesboro, MN 55949 Bids should include the following information. 1. Amount of bid 3. Address of bidder 2. Name of bidder 4. Phone number of bidder

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CITY CLERK-TREASURER FOR THE CITY OF FOUNTAIN. General duties: This position is responsible for all administrative and financial duties of the city and serves as the custodian of all city records. The financial duties include all financial accounting and associated reporting, annual financial report preparation, annual budget preparation, banking, investments, payroll, direction and coordination of municipal operations, and duties of clerk/treasurer as stated in minnesota statutes. The city office is open Monday – Thursday, 8:30 – 4:00. This position has a work week of 30 hours with a variation in work times to attend related conferences and meetings. Starting wage will depend on qualifications. Minimum requirements: High school diploma with two years of experience in accounting/ bookkeeping, preferably in city government. Proficiency in computer systems and software applications. Must possess an ability to communicate effectively both orally, and in writing. Preferred qualifications: Graduation from a post-secondary school with a two-year degree in finance/accounting, or three to five years of experience in finance/fund accounting or related field preferred. Minnesota Certified Municipal Clerk (MCMC) certification is desired, or the willingness to obtain it. Apply: Applications may be obtained by contacting the City of Fountain at 507-268-4923, or in person at the Fountain City Office, 104 main st., Fountain, MN 55935. Pease return application and resume to: City of Fountain, PO Box 115, Fountain, MN 55935 or email: cityoffountain@ frontiernet.net. Opening date: Dec. 13, 2019. Closing date: Jan. 06, 2020. h16,23,30-o

SWIMMING POOL MANAGER – CITY OF CHATFIELD. The City of Chatfield is seeking a seasonal employee to serve as a Swimming Pool Manager. This position will involve escalating responsibilities in running/ managing the swimming pool. This individual will be involved with day to day operations of the pool, including making all schedules, supervising staff on duty, interacting with patrons and helping out where additional staffing may be necessary. This individual will also be responsible for running in-service training for staff as needed. Minimum qualifications for this position include at least three years of experience as a lifeguard. A current Lifeguard Instructor certificate, current Water Safety Instructor certificate and management experience is preferred. Application forms, complete job description and further information available from the Office of the City Clerk, 507-867-3810 or at www. ci.chatfield.mn.us. Applications must be received no later than January 15, 2020 by mailing to Office of the City Clerk, 21 Second Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923, or electronic submissions may be made to bcarlson@ci.chatfield. mn.us. h16,23,30,6,13-o

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A paralegal degree or law office experience is not required. Desired applicants should be personable, professional, well-organized, meticulous, and able to learn and execute new job duties. Accounting or financial background is a bonus. Duties will include general clerical assistance, as well as specialized work drafting legal documents, organizing real estate closings, and assisting with client files. Pay is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays off, time off flexibility, bonuses and possibility for retirement matching. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resumé either in person or to greg@ranlaw.net no later than 12/31/19 and are welcome to contact Greg Schieber at (507) 886-6131 to learn more about what the position entails.

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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

110 CoFFee st. lanesboro Great opportunity in Lanesboro on high traffic area • Ideal retail business • Updated building • High ceilings with tin • 1/2 bath New home • 4 large bedrooms • 2 baths • Immaculate condition on main floor • New front entrance • Ready for immediate use • • 3-car heated garage • Completely finished • 9’ ceilings • Main Upstairs apartment has 2 bedrooms • Kitchen bath and pantry • Private fenced area in back with covered patio floor laundry • A lot of storage room

$169,900

$79,900

SOLD!

27639 230th st, Preston

SOLD!

$174,900

Park like setting with newer house built on 4 city lots on the edge of town. 4 bedroom 3 bath ranch style home with cathedral ceilings, master bedroom with walk in closet & m. bath. Living room, kitchen and informal dining all on main floor with open concept design. Patio doors lead to the deck outside overlooking the beautiful back yard. Lower level partially finished with theater room, large bedroom w/egress windows and 3/4 bath with shower. Sit on your deck and watch the abundance of wildlife roaming the yard.

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Spacious 2004 custom built 3 bedroom 2 bath home. Main floor laundry, beautiful kitchen with pantry, dining room w/patio doors leading to outside patio area, large 2 car attached garage AND extra 26x28 detached garage. Large lot - 3/4 of an acre on the edge of town close to grocery store, gas stations convenience stores and banks. Ideal location. This is a well-cared for amazing home ready for immediate occupancy.

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View over rolling wooded terrain on hard surface road with a comfortable home where you can relax and enjoy! 3 bed, 2 bath home. Insulated, heated garage is 32 x 32 plus storage shed. Hot tub and raised garden bed on the deck and wrap-around deck. $249,000

715 3rd Ave SE, Harmony

Duplex or single family option! 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with 2 car garage. Backs up to country, well maintained. $85,900

An amazing large home that lives comfortably. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 car garage, with fenced yard and stamped patio. This home offers both living room and family room, home office, and hobby space. Can’t build this space for this price! $239,900

505 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro

305 River St SW, Preston

29+ Acre Hobby Farm features a walk out ranch home w/att 2 car, Heated Shop, water, drain, 220, 40 x 32 heated horse barn 5 stalls, plus indoor area and 8 box stalls. Fenced pastures, outdoor arena and loafing stalls. Wooded pasture, and 5 acres tillable. Seller invites your offer $375,000.

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830 3rd Ave SE, Harmony Tiny Home on the Trail and near Root River! Ideal location for getting away and enjoying the outdoors. Garage, 2 carports $54,900.

A Beautiful Setting in a great location. Covered in wildflowers & native grasses, this property offers a level area with small creek, wooded hillside and hilltop with great views. Farmland with development opportunity. $840,000

Start out with a fresh start. Main floor living areas are open and spacious w/ main floor bed, bath & laundry. 2 bedrooms up. 1 car garage. $89,900

American 4 Square Home – 3 bed, 2 bath. Open and bright w/ an easy flow floor plan, high ceilings, open staircase and covered porch. Back patio & nice yard with 30 x 30 heated garage. $165,900

601 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston

735 3rd Avenue SE, Harmony Hard to find a lot like this in town! 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom w/ 4 season porch. 1 car and 2 car garages.Offers room to build a shop or a second home $115,000

60 Acres NE Rochester

pReston Lot Starting up or Slowing Down, this new home offers simplistic living with a clean fresh look, & unexpected versatility. Walk out Ranchmain floor living with open concept, master suite, and lower level finished with family room, 2 bedrooms, bath. 2 car att. Complete at $225,000

$38,000 - CITY VIEWS over Preston offer a Decisions made easy! Move-in ready with many beautiful location for your new home. updates. Second kitchen w/ second floor living

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Craftsman Style Inspired Design. Walk-out Ranch with open concept living, vaulted ceilings, hickory floors, quarter sawn oak cabinets, Master with en-suite, WI closet, main floor laundry, plus guest bedroom & bath. 3 car att. Lower level offers additional space ready to finish. $315,000

Custom Designed Farmhouse embraces today’s lifestyle & brings in elements. 1880s barn beams, white oak hardwoods, high ceilings, and floor to windows to bring in the natural light & country views. Quality materials and upgrades, this home will check off your want list! 3 bedrms, 3 baths, 2 car plus. $325,000

Gorgeous Victorian Loaded with original features and undeniable charm! Quality and integrity are apparent in this 5 bedroom 5 ½ bath home with finished attic, usable basement & 3 car garage. B & B Business option available. $380,000

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492 PLEASANT ST SW, CHATFIELD

$54,900 #5237988

• 1 Bedroom • ¾ Bath • Garage • Full basement • Vinyl siding • Rural setting • Shared well • Ideal for starting out or weekend retreat • Close to City Park • Selling “AS-IS”

$114,900

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207 WINONA ST NE, CHATFIELD

#5327040

• 3 Main floor bedrooms • Full Bath • Garage • Corner lot • Deck • Desirable Neighborhood • Build equity by adding your cosmetic touches • Great Value • Selling “AS-IS” condition

103 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD

$329,900 $164,900 8014 COUNTY ROAD 136 SE, CHATFIELD #5329794 228 HARWOOD AVENUE NE, CHATFIELD #5287977 • 3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2 Car Attached garage • 3,084 sq. ft. • 3 Main floor bedrooms • 1 bath, Garage • Quiet Street • All new Kitchen & painted trim • Modern flooring • Deck • Hardwood floors • Steel siding • Finished lower level • Close to school • Updated appliances • Just move-in EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN & WELL MAINTAINED

#5295300

• 4 Bedrooms • 4 Bathroom (each bedroom) • 2,430 sq. ft. • Remodeled kitchen with new cabinets & flooring • 9’ Ceilings • Crown molding • Stained glass windows • Original trim • Main floor sheet rocked • Front Porch • Corner lot • New furnace & plumbing • 100 amp electric service

HORSE SET-UP W/BRICK FARMHOUSE 6.03 ACRES

FRESHLY RENOVATED!

$149,900

• Double staircase • Wood floors • Mud room • Pellet Stove • Replacement windows • Modern Kitchen • Main floor laundry • Barn • Extra garage • Machine Shed • Loafing Shed • 4 acre pasture 2017-NO NEED TO BUILD!

WALKOUT RANCH WITH NEW SEPTIC

$339,900 517 HAWKEYE ST. SW, CHATFIELD #5290512

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Bath • Oversized 3 Car Garage • Open Layout • Main floor laundry/office • Quality built • Custom trim • Gas fireplace, Paneled doors • Steel siding • Whirlpool tub • Finished lower level • Deck • View • Edge of town on large rural lot NEW CONSTRUCTION - RANCH!

$159,900 518 FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD

#5332763

• 4 Bedroom • Full Bath •1 Car Attached Garage • New Windows • Gorgeous original woodwork • Pocket doors • Open staircase • 9’ Ceilings • Crown Molding • Enclosed Porch plus an Open Porch • Wood floors • New Steel siding to be installed • Close to downtown • Only 2 owners with same owner for the past 65 years with no pets PERSONALIZE YOUR NEW HOME

$349,900 1475 AMCO DR SE, CHATFIELD

#5289721

• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 0.24 acre • Finished Walkout Lower Level • Open Floor Plan • Solid doors • Painted trim • 9’ ceilings • Main floor living • Master suite w/walk-in closet • Vaulted ceilings UPDATED COMMERCIAL BUILDING

5 ACRES

$349,900 32876 US 52, CHATFIELD

#5285923

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car attached Garage • 1 mile from town on blacktop road • Newer windows • Vinyl siding • wrap around deck • New septic • Good well • Updated mechanicals • 28’ x 32’ Pole shed new in 2013. • Additional 4 car garage w/concrete floor, shop area

373 HILLSIDE DR SE, CHATFIELD

$379,900 #5281554

• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 0.28 Acre • Private master suite • 9’ Ceilings • Panel doors • Quality built • Walkout • Patio • Deck • Storage Shed • Beautiful yard • Fenced yard • Security system • Heated/Finished Garage • Move-in & Enjoy

1448 AMCO DR SE, CHATFIELD

• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 0.28 Acre • Both levels finished • Stone accents • Vaulted ceilings • Main floor living • Private Master Suite w/walk-in closet • Solid doors • 9’ ceilings • Large open space out backyard • Still time to personalize with your own colors & tastes

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE LANESBORO – 20 acre building site (5 tillable, balance woods) adjacent 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

$169,900 105 ELMWOOD ST EAST, LANESBORO

#5253824 #5253738

• 3 Bedroom home/apartment on second level • Main floor kitchenette • ¾ 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

FARM LAND LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – Wooded 12.19 acre parcel ideal for recreation/hunting featuring approximately 400’ of creek frontage and adjoins State land. #5290693 $49,900

www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 507- 867-9100 Cell: 507- 259-9110

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CHATFIELD – JORDAN 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 WYKOFF – Farm in Jordan 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

SOLD 504 PARK ST SE, CHATFIELD • 4 Bedrooms SO• 2 LBathsD• 2 Car Garage 20 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD • 3 Bedrooms SO• FullLbathD • 2 Car Garage 10541 HWY 52 SE, CHATFIELD SO• ¾LBathD• 2 Car Garage • 3 Bedrooms 301 W TRACY ROAD, SPRING VALLEY

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Saturday, December 7th, the Houston Honor Society along with other local groups hosted the Annual Hollidazzle Celebration! There was a “Dashing through the Snow Race”, Elf Store, “Letters to Santa Writing”, Ornament Making, Cookie Decorating and a movie at the elementary school. The event finished off with a Parade of Lights, Lighting of the City Park and Fireworks! This is a fun local event enjoyed by young and old alike.

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