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Stevens Ford celebrating 50 years in business

By Jade Wangen jwangen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Stevens brothers from left to right: Gary, John, Rick and Mike own and operate Stevens Ford in Chatfield.

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Preston agrees to revised EMSRB order City Attorney Dwight Luhmann and city staff also reckreisner@fillmorecountyjournal.com ommended the adoption of At the October 3 Preston the resolution agreeing to the City Council meeting, a nego- revised order. Luhmann noted tiated Stipulation and Con- the conditions were pretty sent Order was agreed to as much the same as the EMSRB recommended by attorney initially proposed. However, Peter Regnier. Regnier was the language now provides for appointed by the League of a “conditional license” where Minnesota Cities to advise the as before it provided for a city in its response to the state “stayed suspension” of Emergency Medical Services the license.

Regulatory Board (EMSRB) The major difference is the order and any associated liti- city isn’t waiving its right to a gation regarding the Preston hearing leaving “due process” Ambulance Service license.

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in place. Luhmann added that the agreement will be in place until the city petitions to have it removed, which can be done after 12 months from the date of the order. Councilman Charles Sparks commented that it appears this is the best agreement the city will get.

Dr. Robert Sauer Council member Dr. Robert Sauer passed away on October 1. Mayor Kurt Reicks lamented, “He’ll be missed.”

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The Stevens family is no stranger to selling cars; they have been doing it for 50 years now. Lyle Stevens, known to his friends as Bud, bought the Ford dealership in Chatfield in 1961, and eventually his four sons started helping out.

Fifty years later, and the four sons, Gary, John, Mike, and Rick, now own Stevens Ford and are working together.

According to Gary Stevens, the family lived in St. Charles when he was a kid, and his dad worked for a Ford dealership there. When the business in Chatfield became available, he took advantage of the opportunity.

The lot in Chatfield, which sells both new and used vehicles, has about 18-20 cars, and smalltown courtesy. Stevens said he definitely prefers working in a small town as compared to a larger city.

“You come in here, you’re only a stranger once,” he said. “The next time we know your name.

It’s a whole different atmosphere in any large town.”

Stevens believes in taking care of his customers, keeping them happy so they will tell others about their positive experience.

“I like to treat my customers the way I want to be treated,” he said.

There have been many changes in the business over the past 50 years. Stevens remembers when cars didn’t have air-conditioning, and when he bought his first new car for $3,200. Everything was mechanical, where now things are electrical. The cost of doing business has gone up as well, with specialized tools and testers that are needed.

Even though expenses have gone up so much, Stevens believes cars have improved over the years. These days, with very little maintenance, cars are lastSee STEVENS Page 10 

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one really seems to be able to determine all the effects of the kreisner@fillmorecountyjournal.com program change. We will all see Much of the Fillmore County the effect on our own property Board’s October 4 meeting was taxes when the proposed property consumed with a presentation tax statements for 2012 come out and discussion concerning the later this year. repeal of the Market Value Credit The Market Value Credit proand the initiation of the Market gram has been in effect for 10 Value Exclusion program. The years. During that period the program changes were made in state has only fully funded the the 2011 special session of the program twice, thereby reimbursstate legislature. ing all promised funds to cities The presentation prepared by and counties. The program costs the League of Minnesota Cit- the state about $286 million per ies tried to explain the effect on See COUNTY Page 18  taxes for property owners. No

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Monday, October 10, 2011

City of Rushford Village minutes Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag .

The September 20, 2011, Regular Meeting was called to order by Mayor Dale Schwanke at 7:00 p.m.

Council members present: Dennis Overland, Roger Ekern, Hamilton Petersen, Gordon Johnson. Also present: Zoning Administrator Howard Otis, Attorney Thomas Manion, Clerk Joyce Iverson, Community & Economic Development Associates (CEDA), and Public Works-Maintenance Director Robert Thieret (8:00 p.m.).

AGENDA was approved as prepared on motion by Johnson, seconded by Overland and carried unanimously. MINUTES were approved as presented for the September 6, 2011, Regular Meeting on motion by Overland, seconded by Johnson and carried unanimously.

CITIZENS / OTHERS PRESENT: Steve Redalen, Evan Meier.

Redalen was present regarding his application to build a new home in Section 3, adjacent to the White Tail

Run subdivision in Section 2, and to access his property from the cul-desac in White Tail Run. He also said he wanted to separate 2.5 acres from parcel #05.0018.010. He was advised that that would be a subdivision and subdivisions are under a moratorium at this time. It was noted that the Redalen and Kjos Subdivisions were done by survey with covenants but no recorded plat.

ZONING: Evan Meier was present regarding the Featherstone solar permit that was pending completion of the Zoning Ordinance sections for Wind and Solar Energy Systems.

Final changes to the Ordinance Sections 1520-1521 were advised by Attorney Manion and the sections were approved as modified, thus ending the Solar and Wind Power Moratorium, on motion by Johnson, seconded by Ekern and carried unanimously. Meier will meet with Otis on Wednesday to submit the solar system application. Clerk Iverson will then send the certified letters

to landowners within 350 feet with notice of fifteen days to respond per the Ordinance.

Howard Otis reported a permit issued to Sue and Dick Lance for a wood boiler. Discussion followed on the Powell installation of a barbed wire fence enclosure up to the adjacent property line where a family with three young children resides. Powells are now keeping two horses on their 6.2 acre property in a subdivision of four residential parcels. There are a total of four owners. A letter was authorized to address the violation and $250 fine for installing a fence, a structure by definition, without a permit, and health and safety requirements.

Otis expressed concern regarding a business that wants to expand, that where there were no setbacks previously, setbacks in commercial areas are now the same as in other districts, i.e., 30 feet in front and 10 feet for rear and side property lines by consensus of the Zoning Board. Existing

ROAD/BRIDGE ISSUES: Small Truck Purchase: A 2012 (gas) Ford F450 is on order from Decorah Auto and a power package for windows, locks was added by consensus. With Thieret present, quotes were discussed as received for comparable snow

commercial setbacks will be examined and Otis will talk to the business regarding what they want to do. Otis also gave notice that he will not renew as Zoning Administrator for another year. Discussion followed regarding who on the Zoning Board may be interested.

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“O Cornerstone that binds in one; refresh the hearts that long for you” (O Come, O Come Emmanuel) From the moment that I came to Immanuel I knew that this place was something so much more than a beautiful building.

You see a building is just a building; but the people…well the people are the church. Therefore, to tell the story of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wykoff is not simply to retell the history of its brick walls, but rather it is to share the account of its people.

And just like your own, Immanuel’s history is one that weaves its way in and through God’s own narrative. Consequently, it is impossible to contain such an amazing story within a single newspaper page or even within ordinary words. For in fact God’s story is quiet amazing. “….restore the broken, make us new” The truth is that I could no sooner begin to contain God’s love, his grace, or his mercy within mere words than I could capture the grandness of Everest within a mere photograph. God is the beginning and the end; he is hope to the hopeless, joy to the rejoicing, peace amidst the storms, he is forgiveness to the sinner, he is the king of all creation. God is our grace, our freedom, our salvation.

There is no question that this building we call Immanuel is an amazing place for his body to gather, to build one another up, to offer support and to praise our Lord. But Immanuel, well, that literally means God is with US. God is with his people and the people we are Immanuel.

So I suppose I could use this time to tell you about the year in which the church began (1896) or write about the lively history of this buildings construction. I could boast about the rich history of all the people who have offered their own heart and soul to raise up this place of worship or I could tell you about the faith and service of those of the past, of those of the present, or of the hope of those to come. But more than history, what I want to offer is an invitation. Because the truth is that Immanuel is a story of not just any people, it is a story of God’s people. And we are ALL God’s children. We come to this place sinners, we come with burdens, with joys, with sorrows, we come having made mistakes, we come seeking grace, we come as ordinary people…..but the point is we come.

And it is my hope that the living breathing promise; that the spirit of Immanuel can be known as far as the east is from the west. True, you may not have come through our doors yet; but you have likely been touched by our handprints; by God’s handprints. Because the truth is that the church---the church is God’s people. We are your financial advisors, your teachers, your lawyers, your nurse, we are your neighbors, your friends, your family…..Immanuel is not a mere building or a simple history of bricks and steeples, Immanuel is a people.

Come and hear our story, come and hear HIS GOOD NEWS….better yet come and be part of it…. there is always room for one more….come and see….come and feel….oh come oh come Immanuel!

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Monday, October 10, 2011

C ommentary Creating jobs v. creating wealth

By John Goutcher Unless you have been living in a cave the past few years, you know that our country has been in the midst of a giant recession.

Unemployment hovers around 9.4 percent with 37 million on food stamps, and politicians ranting and raving to have the government immediately pass their respective bills and proclaim them the saviors of the mess they created.

Let’s take John Goutcher a look at the topic of taxes first. Our tax system is considered progressive. Progressive means that it takes a larger percentage from the wealthy and a decreasing smaller percentage from the least wealthy. Paul Krugman, Harvard Economist tells us that the top 20 percent of the wealthy taxpayers were responsible for 67.4 percent of the tax receipts in 2004. The bottom 40 percent paid nothing and in many cases those Americans in the lowest quartiles actually received money in the form of tax credits. John Strossel of U.S. News gives us an even greater breakdown of the term wealthy. One per cent of the American population controls 43 percent of our nation’s wealth.

Two percent of Americans spend 33 percent of our wealth.

Perhaps we need to back up a bit and determine how the top three per cent controls and spends wealth. When a person or business produces goods or provides a service, several components are brought together. Land, natural resources, labor, and technology are brought together through loans and capital provided by the owner. These factors which are brought together are called the factors of production by econoEditorial Cartoon

mists. The owner or entrepreneur (one who takes the risk of business) buys the material, hires the people to do the work, and begins to produce a product. It is at this point wealth is being created by all parties involved. In order to stay in business and be successful, more goods are produced with the intent of selling the product to those people who need it. It is important to understand that wealth is created only when a product is produced to be sold to others. Private enterprise hires people to produce products; government jobs do not produce a product for sale and are considered by economists as unproductive jobs, as no wealth is created.

According to Harvard economist Paul Krugman, America has not created wealth since the year 2000.

It seems that the media and politicians are clamoring for jobs, jobs, and more jobs. There is nothing wrong with job creation, but creating jobs is not the problem in our economy. Working in a job is certainly an important way for people to create wealth.

Dwight Lee, Professor of Business, University of Georgia states, “Creating more wealth is really what people want, and job creation is no more than the vehicle used to help get us there.” Wealth, capital, creation of products and manufacturing has been driven from our shores and landed in countries which have an overabundance of cheap labor. Visit any shopping center and look at the label on the items. How many tags say proudly made in U.S.A.? One major store chain, currently nationwide, extensively advertised as stores were opened, that the products for sale were indeed made in America. In recent years these statements can no longer be made by that chain.

The one factor which has not entered the vocabulary of work-

ers is the sometime forgotten word scarcity. Scarcity will forever prevent us from securing all the things we desire. The problem then is creating jobs in which people produce the most value.

Business owners will hire certain employees and let go other employees in order to achieve the greatest amount of value for the wages paid. All economic policy results from being able to provide the same, or improved, goods and services with fewer workers. This eliminates some jobs and frees up labor to become employed in new productive ways. In order to promote manufacturing once again in our country perhaps we need to eliminate federal corporate income taxes from the current level of 35 percent to zero as an incentive to enter the manufacturing field. Companies which agree and begin to hire workers and produce a product for sale in America will be producing wealth in our country once again.

Government policies are commonly evaluated in terms of how many jobs they create. By restricting imports, placing a higher tariff on goods coming into our country, tax preferences and the creation of loopholes are some of the commonly justified ways of creating jobs. Presidents point with pride to the number of jobs created in the economy during their administration. Supposedly the more jobs created equates to a greater amount of success. How many tax dollars spent on job creation to expand an administration’s ego is justifiable? The current administration has used up 4.25 trillion of our tax dollars on programs which have had little or any impact on the unemployment rate. Most often administrative policies are forced to raise taxes in order to support legislation which has been passed into law. Consideration is currently being promoted by Washington politicians to create a national sales tax. This idea is

to be considered as an add-on tax to existing state and local taxes in order to pay for Obama health care. This type of tax, if upon becoming law, would be an example of a regressive tax.

A regressive tax is one in which lower income earners would need to use a greater percentage of their income to pay for the required health care. It is assumed that the tax would include enough money to cover those which are unemployed as well. Please keep in mind, the Constitution of the United States, which politicians are sworn to uphold, does not give the congress the right to impose a national sales tax or require health insurance.

If that’s where we find ourselves, how did the top 10 percent end up controlling 76 percent of all financial wealth? The 10 percent in their control of wealth, and in particular the Wall Street stock market and connected banks, were ecstatic over the 60 percent turn around in the stock market.

The investments in their stock portfolios solidified their wealth and gladly proclaimed to all that the economy is well. The typical American who has to work for a living had a negative view on the economy. William Domhoff of the Gallup Poll found that only 13 percent believed that the economy was good or excellent.

Notice how the Gallup Poll correlates the top 10 percent who control 73 percent of the wealth.

It is hard to believe that our capitalist system was able to split out 10 percent and have the balance left holding the empty bag.

As we look back a few years, a

Government this week • Monday, Oct. 10, Chatfield City Council, Chatfield City Hall, 7:00 p.m.

• Monday, Oct. 10, Rushford City Council, Rushford City Hall, 6:30 p.m.

• Monday, Oct. 10, Spring Valley City Council, Spring Valley City Hall, 6:00 p.m.

• Monday, Oct. 10, Houston City Council, City Hall, 7:30 p.m.

• Monday, Oct. 10, Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, Oct. 11, Harmony City Council, Harmony City Hall, 7:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, Oct. 11, Fillmore County Commissioners, Fillmore County Courthouse, 9:00 a.m.

• Wednesday, Oct. 12, Mabel City Council, Mabel City Hall, 5:30 p.m.

• Wednesday, Oct. 12, Peterson City Council, Peterson City Hall, 5:00 p.m.

• Monday, Oct. 17, Kingsland School Board, 7:00 p.m.

• Monday, Oct. 17, RushfordPeterson School Board, Rushford Computer Room, 6:30 p.m.

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great majority of the 90 percent were sold on the concept that we were indeed a wealthy nation.

Many were convinced that their homes and property were worth much more than they really were.

Those who believed this wealth concept began to spend beyond their means. This false sense of wealth led a great part of the 90 percent to feel they were actually a part of the 10 percent.

When reality struck home and mortgage foreclosures topped 300,000 a month, home loans ceased, property and home construction dropped dramatically, and the final blow were the bail outs. At this point the manure really hit the fan. Just think for a moment about the bail outs and the companies which were saved.

We ended up bailing out the worst performing companies thus keeping alive those which should have been allowed to go under.

Our elected officials voted to shore-up those companies which are directly connected with Wall Street to keep the top 10 percent stock values from dropping.

Instead of rewarding a company which produces a product and creates wealth, we bail out companies which are failing and save the top 10 percent. It seems that Washington D. C. is sending a message to the American public that the political guru’s are more interested in saving the 10 percent rather than the debt-ridden 90 percent. The bottom 90 percent have been saddled with 73 percent of all debt (Wolff 2009) and that my friends equates to you and I being “sold up the river.” So welcome to serfdom you 90 percenters, perhaps it’s time to wake up and restructure the system.

Think About It.

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C ommentary Letter about Rushford City Council...

To the Editor, I’m not a candidate this fall, so why reveal these three things that I stand for?

No. 1 – I believe you deserve to know what motivates me and explains my words and actions on the City Council. I hope this quick list properly communicates and informs. If you have questions please ask.

No. 2 – I do not believe that local, state, or federal gov’ts should be competitors to private enterprise. Government, for a number of reasons, doesn’t ‘do’ business very well. The Muni is a prime example. Expenses were much too high and the previous administration destroyed the good will of the marketplace. So, it began losing way too much money, taxpayer money. Working and fixed income families should not be expected to continue funding this loss. The opportunity and risk should be taken by the many interested local businesses. They are eager to accept this challenge, and it will save the City taxpayer tens of thousands of tax dollars each year.

Letter about Rushford-Peterson To the Editor, Once again the Rushford-Peterson School District and its administration are showing their lack of fiscal responsibility by hiring another consulting firm. Having attended the Cooperative Facilities Task Force meetings, led by I.C.S. Consulting, last winter and watching them draw on poster board with magic markers and recycle the same 10-year-old talking points as the last referendum to a group that had its mind made

Letter about missing goat To the Editor, To the Amish family that “borrowed” one of our milk goats this summer: When one of our milk goats went missing (yes, my husband missed her immediately from the herd), we assumed the worst-that somehow she got out and the coyotes probably got her. Imagine our surprise, after a 2 a.m. visit Thursday from an Amish buggy, to find her back in the pen after all those months.

While we appreciate having her back, I am angry that anyone thinks that it’s okay to come in the middle of the night, take livestock and steal the milk. It is stealing no matter what religion one follows!

When we found a piece of leather from a harness on our fence months ago, we had thought the young Amish had found a place to go parking. Instead, it was probably an adult stealing from us.

On the subject of the young people out partying on the weekend, we are also tired of hearing the loud rock music from the slowmoving buggies for miles and loud talking at the end of our drive at all hours of the night and morning.

It is just plain inconsiderate up, already amounts to THEFT of and will no longer be tolerated! over $30,000 in taxpayer money.

Dean & Bonnie Brink Now they want to let some other Mabel, MN firm steal again. This district has a budget of over $6 million, it’s time they appropriately allocate money from that budget to maintain and at improve their current facilities CANTON PUB instead of hiring propaganda firms. 507-743-8565 • Main St., Canton, MN Maybe it’s time to test the adminis- Tuesdays at 7:00pm SponSored by Canton ameriCan Legion trators and the school board to see a FundraiSer For Canton day oFF - aug. 13th if they can make adequate yearly progress in common sense.

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No. 3 – I believe in a reasonable, affordable public library. I just believe there is a more innovative way to provide this service. I believe that a new school, which serves the entire Rushford community, and is funded equally by all property owners in the school district could provide this public service. It should not fall on the backs of only one group of citizens.

The responsibility and cost should be shared equally. Would saving money through adoption of a collaborative attitude toward a joint library improve the receptiveness of the citizens in passing and funding a new school? There is no reason for the Rushford area to build, staff ,and maintain two separate $2+ million libraries.

So, to conclude, I believe you deserve to know more about the issues. The Municipal Liquor Store should remain Closed. We need to use common sense and economic reality to re-structure our vision of a Community Public Library.

Respectfully, Vern Bunke Rushford City Council

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Mathison family to be honored as area finalist at State Soil and Water Conservation District Convention The Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (MASWCD) has named Larry and Irene Mathison and Loren and Carrie Mathison as one of eight Area Finalists in the 2011 Outstanding Conservationist Award Program. The Mathisons will be recognized at a Dec. 6 luncheon at M A S WCD’s 75th annual convention in Bloomington.

The awards program recognizes farm families, i nd iv idu a l s , conser vation organizations, and other groups for their accomplishments in implementing conservation practices and improving Minnesota’s natural resources.

Of the eight finalists, one will be announced as the State’s Outstanding Conservationist of the Year at the Dec. 6 luncheon.

“We’re proud of Mathisons for what they’ve done in conserving our natural resources in our area,” said Leonard Leutink Jr., supervisor of the Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District, which nominated the Mathisons for the award. “It’s great to be able to recognize the work they’ve done locally.

They’ve provided a wonderful example for us by installing almost 42,000 feet of grassed water ways, maintaining hay and oats in their crop rotation, and managing their pastureland and feedlots to maximize the profitability of their livestock operation while protecting the environment,” he said.

MASWCD, with support from The Farmer magazine, sponsors the Outstanding Conservationist Award Program.

On October 1, the Fillmore Central FFA Trapshoot Team got up early and made the 4 1/2 hour drive to Marshall, MN for the State FFA Trapshoot. The team members were Bob Barlow, Shaun Cureton, Clay Fishbaugher, Will Nolan and McKinnen Stone. They shot trap and sporting clays at the meet. The team placed 2nd in trapshooting and 16th in Sporting Clays. Bob placed 4th individually, Clay placed 13th, McKinnen 20th, Will 72nd and Shaun 85th. Congratulations to the FFA trapshoot team! Standing: McKinnen Stone, Clay Fischbaugher, Bob Barlow. Kneeling: Shaun Cureton, Will Nolan Photo submitted

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Obituaries Joanne F. Aug Joanne F. Aug, age 80, of Preston, Minn., passed peacefully Friday, September 30 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester after a brief illness.

Joanne was born December 21, 1930, in Chatfield, Minn., the daughter of Charles and Virginia (Matteson) Follensbee. She was a graduate of Chosen Valley High School in Chatfield. She married Donald C. Aug on December 2, 1950, and they made their home on the Aug family farm for many years. She later moved to Preston.

She obtained her LPN license in 1982 and worked for care centers in Harmony, Spring Valley, and Cresco. She also worked at the Austin Mohair Shop in Harmony.

Her faith, family, and community were central to her life. She was a member of the Preston Fountain School Board. She was a member of the Greenleafton Reformed Church and was active in circle and education activities. She did volunteer work restoring historic bibles at the New Brunswick, NJ Seminary. She kept busy following her children’s and grand children’s activities and educational pursuits. She always wore a hat while doing so.

She is survived by her four children, Steven of Rochester; Charles (Vonnie) of Preston; Virginia of Mpls; Alberta of Preston; brothers Robert (Gloria) and Jim (Kretie); sisters Pauline Keefe, Betty Follensbee, Diane (Burt) Levine, Judie Pelowski, Barbara Garrett, Kathryn Follensbee, Shirley Buck, Charlotte (Richard) Clugston, three grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

She was preceded in death by her husband Donald C. Aug, an infant son, two sisters, and four half siblings.

Her body was donated to the Mayo Foundation. The funeral was held Thursday, October 6 at the Greenleafton Reformed Church in rural Preston with Rev. Roger Lokker officiating.

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a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church where he had served on various boards. Ardel is remembered for his love of John Deer tractors, and was an avid deer hunter.

Survivors include his wife, Gert; two sons, Rocky and Rick Feine, both of Rushford, Minn.; and two grandchildren, Landon and Paige Feine. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Delone Noyes.

Funeral service was held on Wednesday, October 5 at St. John’s Lutheran Church at Hart with the Reverend Hal Hintzman officiating.

Burial was in the church cemetery.

The family kindly suggests memorials may be directed to St. John’s Lutheran Church at Hart. Please share a memory of Ardel, sign his online guestbook or view his video tribute when it becomes available online at: www.hofffuneral.com.

Alice Hare Alice Mabel Hare, age 78, of Spring Valley died peacefully Saturday evening, September 30, 2011, at St Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Alice M. Moon was born July 24, 1933, at the home of her parents, Enos and Dora (Frazer) Moon in Fillmore, MN. She graduated from Wykoff High School and was united in marriage to Lyle Hare on August 28, 1951, at the Fillmore Free Methodist Church. Alice was a loving, caring wife and mother. She was a homemaker and an accomplished seamstress, and also worked side by side with her husband Lyle. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, where she also taught Sunday School. Alice was a 7th and 8th grade volleyball and basketball coach for the Spring Valley School District. She enjoyed fishing so much that she taught each one of her grandchildren to fish and purchased her great granddaughters their first “Princess” fishing poles. Alice enjoyed spending time outdoors morel mushroom hunting, watching birds, gardening, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Her close friends held a special place in her heart and Ardel W. Feine Ardel W. Feine, 74, died Saturday, remembered their long talks as well October 1, 2011, at St. Mary’s Hos- as the care they provided.

Alice is survived by her daughters, pital in Rochester, Minn.

Ardel was born April 28, 1937, Janeen Kajer of Shoreview, MN and in Rushford, Minn., to Alvin and Gwen (Dennis) Howard of Spring Valley; five grandchildren, and six Helma (Cordgreat-grandchildren. She also sures) Feine. He vived by five siblings; Elizabeth married GerHare of Ostrander, Donna (Roger) trude ThompZwart of Longville, MN, Omri son on June 9, Moon of New Egypt, New Jersey, 1956, and they Monna Clemons of EauClair, WI, were married Nevin (Betty) Moon of Rochester, for 55 years.

MN and a sister-in-law Jean Moon Ardel served in the National Ardel W. Feine of Fillmore, MN. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Guard. Ardel was a lifelong farmer and drove Lyle in April of 2007, twin sons, and truck, delivering LP gas for Midland a brother Donovan.

In lieu of flowers Alice preferred and Land O Lakes/Cenex. He was

St. Patrick’S Fall FeSt Lanesboro, Mn

sunday, october 16, 2011 • 9:00am - 1:30pm Theme Gift baskets via silent auction (Call 467.2480 to place a bid)

raffle Drawing • bake sale Lunch served from 11:00 - 1:30 Meatloaf, Party Potatoes, Corn, Broccoli Grape Salad, Warm Crusty Buns, Pickles, Assorted Bars, Coffee & Milk

Adults $8; Children 6-10 $5; Children 5 and under $2

memorials to the Ronald McDonald House, St Judes Children’s Hospital or to the donor’s favorite charity.

Memorial services for Alice Mabel Hare were held Friday October 7, 2011, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley with the Rev Laura Fladten officiating. Burial took place in the Fillmore Cemetery.

Kenneth Howe Kenneth L. Howe, 66, of Stewartville, Minn., died Monday (103-11) from complications following a surgical procedure at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, where he had been a patient for the past three weeks..

He was born Jan. 22, 1945, in Winona, Minn. He grew up on the family farm at Bridge Creek in rural Rushford, attended Bridge Creek country school and Rushford schools, graduating from Rushford H.S. in 1963. He attended Dunwoody Institute in Minneapolis where he studied drafting from 1963 to 1965 before he was employed as a draftsman at Spancrete Co. in Minneapolis. Ken joined the Peace Corps in 1966, serving in Bangalore, India until 1968. After traveling the world at the end of his service, he returned to Minnesota and was married on Nov. 23, 1968, at Highland Prairie Lutheran Church in rural Peterson to Elizabeth F. Pederson. Following their marriage, the couple lived in Winona and rural Houston, Minn. before moving to Stewartville in 1973. Ken was employed as a draftsman at Kraeger Coach in Winona and America Coach in Rochester, Minn. and at that time started Howe’s Upholstrey in rural Houston and later Stewartville. He purchased the Servicemaster of Rochester franchise in 1986, which he operated until 2001, and along with Furnace Ductworks in Rochester and the upholstery business. Following the sale of both businesses he returned Howe’s Upholstery to Stewartville in 2001 where he continued its operation of 40 years. His greatest accomplishments were his daughters and grandchildren, whom he loved dearly and always enjoyed time with them – “Ken never let grass grow under his feet, he was always mowing it.” – Liz Howe.

Survivors include his wife, Liz; two daughters- Jeshila(Kevin) McGovern of Savage, Minn., and Elsa(Tyler) Maas of Rochester, Minn.; four grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Catherine(Allan) Cordes of Goodhue, Minn. and Jennifer(Richard) Dahl of Rochester; six brothers-inlaw, Charles(Lynette) Pederson of Rushford, Harold(Denise) Pederson of Burr Oak, Iowa, Thomas(Ruth) Pederson of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, John Pederson of Rushford, Carl(Kris) Pederson of Pine City, Minn., Paul Pederson of Pine Island, Minn. and numerous loving nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Gladys(Kopperud) Howe.

The funeral service for Kenneth Howe was on Friday (10-7-11) at Zion Lutheran Church in Stewartville, Minn. with Rev. Byron Meline and Rev. Emily Carson officiating.

Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Stewartville. Arrangements were with Griffin-Gray F.H in Stewartville.

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Fillmore County Church Directory A rendahl Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2477 Assembly Of God Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101 Assumption Catholic Church ………………… Fri. - 8 : 30am & Sat. - 5 : 00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320 Bethlehem Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344 Calvary Baptist Church ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 45am & 6 : 00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4686 Canton-Scotland Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260 Chatf ield Lutheran Church …………………… Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 00am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4721 Chatf ield United Methodist Christ ………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3529 Cherry Grove United Methodist …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 18183 160th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (Cherry Grove) (507) 937-3177 Christ Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St N W, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Christian Science Ser vices …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251 Elstad Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769 Emmanuel Episcopal Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164 Faith United Methodist Church ……………… Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830 Fillmore Free Methodist Church ……………… Sundays - 8 : 30am & 10 : 30am 19127 County 8, Wykof f, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450 First Baptist Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am & 6 : 00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840 First Baptist Church-Preston …………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am & 7: 00pm 108 Chatf ield Ave N W, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4960 First English Lutheran Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 217 W Grant St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2793 First Lutheran Church of Highland ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 22423 391st Ave, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3318 First Presby terian Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2854 Fountain Lutheran ……………………………………………

Sundays - 9 : 00am Main Street, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4413 Fountain United Methodist Church ………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4456 Garness Trinity Lutheran …………………………………… Sundays - 11: 00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905 Grace Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2218 Greenf ield Lutheran Church ………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am & 11: 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Greenleaf ton Reformed Church …………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2546 Harmony United Methodist Church ………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886- 6851 Henry town Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425 Highland Prairie Church ……………………………………

Sundays - 9 : 00am 43265 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731 Historic Lenora United Methodist Church ……………… Special Occassions Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545-2641 Immanuel Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 254 Main St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801 Lanesboro United Methodist Church ……………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646 Mabel First Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293 Mabel United Methodist Church …………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296 Nativity Catholic Church … Sun. (1st & 2nd) - 8 : 45am & (3rd & 4th) - 10 :30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393 New Life Victory Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 440 2nd Ave SE, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3525 Newburg United Methodist Church ………………………………………………

3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43 ; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24 North Prairie Lutheran ……………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875-2460 Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church ……………… Sundays - 8 : 00am & 10 : 30am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 Pilot Mound Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 8 Miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875-2460 Pioneer Presby terian Church ………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4037 Preston United Methodist Church …………………………… Sundays - 8 : 30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2503 R iver Of Life Regional Church ……………………………………………………

220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853 Root Prairie Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268- 4455 Root R iver Church of the Brethren …………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4772 (Guest Pastor) Root R iver Community Church ……………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074 Rushford Lutheran Church …………………… Sat. - 5 : 30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 101 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152 Satersdahl Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, Rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680 St Columban Church …………………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 408 Preston St N W # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St Ignatius Catholic Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 213 W Franklin St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7565 St John’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 241 Line St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296 St John’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 31497 Highway 43, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2585 St Joseph’s Catholic Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257 St Mark ’s Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111 St Marys Catholic Church ………………… Sat. - 5 : 00pm & Sun. - 11: 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148 St Matthews Episcopal Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707 St Matthew’s Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772- 4474 St Olaf Catholic Church … Sun. (1st & 2nd) - 10 :30am & (3rd & 4th) - 8 : 45am 114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268 St Patrick ’s Church Hall ……………………………………… Sundays - 8 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480 St Paul Lutheran Church ………………… Sun. - 10 : 00am & Wed. - 7: 00pm 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867- 4604 St Paul’s Lutheran Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am Harmony, MN 55939 (Big Springs) (507) 886-8175 Sumner Center United Methodist Church ………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 9 miles N. of Spring Valley on Co. Rd. 1 (507) 378- 4801 The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints ………… Sundays - 10 : 00am 21257 US Hwy 52 South Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765- 4551 Trinity Fellowship ELCA …………………………………… Sundays - 11: 00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211 Trinity Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am 204 South St, Ostrander, MN 55961 (507) 657-2203 Union Prairie Lutheran ……………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363 United Methodist Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 : 30am 236 Gold St S, Wykof f, MN 55990 (507) 352- 4136 W halan Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9 : 00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398

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Continued from Page 6 William Manahan William Manahan, age 87 of Chatfield, died October 2, 2011, at the Chosen Valley Care Center, where he had resided for 22 months.

William Robert Manahan was born on August 19, 1924, in Winona to William and Bonnie (Snyder) Manahan. He went to the District 65 county school and attended Chatfield High School. Bill was a lifetime Chatfield native. He married Roberta Burk on August 20, 1949, in Rochester. Bill worked for Skelly Oil for 18 years and the City of Chatfield for 42 years before retiring in 2006. He enjoyed TV, reading, driving country roads, and loved to visit.

Survivors include his wife Roberta of Chatfield. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Bonnie Manahan, and a brother Harold.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the Chosen Valley Care Center or a donor of your choice.

The funeral for William Manahan was Thursday, October 6, 2011, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Chatfield with Father Patrick Arens officiating. Burial was in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Riley Funeral Home of Chatfield handled the arrangements.

Rick McCabe Rick McCabe, age 41, of Henrytown, Minn., passed away on Friday, September 30, 2011, at Rochester Methodist Hospital surrounded by family and friends after battling lymphoma.

Ricky Lee McCabe was born March 31, 1970, to Steve and Bonnie (Ryan) McCabe in Cresco, Iowa. Rick graduated from Harmony High School in 1988. After high school, he attended college in Waseca, Minn. for ag business, and then moved to Kansas and worked in hog production. Rick and Amy Frauli were married in 1993 and were blessed with two sons, Shane and Brady, and stepson, Ryan. After living and working in Vernon Center, Minn., they moved to the family farm in 1994. They later divorced.

For the past 17 years, Rick worked full-time for Central Fillmore Foods and part-time for Soma Hog, both near Harmony. These jobs enabled him to pursue his real passion of farming. He was always working to improve “Happy Cow Farms.”

Rick enjoyed “packing a lunch” and spending time with his many great friends and family. Rick’s love for the farm was shared with his boys and fiance, Karen. His great smile and humor will always be remembered.

He was preceded in death by his father Steve, grandparents Richard and Gladys McCabe, Harold and Marlys Ryan, and also aunts and uncles.

Rick is survived by his sons Shane (17), and Brady (15), and stepson Ryan (21), fiance Karen Scheevel, mother Bonnie, sisters Traci Wilson (Jeff), Tina Gulbrandson (Dan), nieces and nephews, Riley, Reece, Ryan, Reegan Wilson and Conner, Chloe, Caylee Gulbranson and many, many other relatives and friends.

Rick will be interred with his dad in St. Agnes Cemetery, Plymouth Rock, rural Cresco, Iowa.

Russell Nichols Russell Nichols, age 80 of Mazeppa, died October 1, 2011, at the Zumbrota Health Care in Zumbrota, Minnesota.

Russell Owen Nichols was born in Winona, Minnesota to Vernon and Frances (Johnson) Nichols on September 24, 1931. He graduated from St. Charles High School and served during the Korean War in the Army from 1950 until 1952. He married Alvina Rogstad on April 9, 1960, in the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa, and was later divorced. He married Audrey VonBargen on October 16, 1981, in St. Charles; she died on November 9, 2009. Russell lived in Troy until 1962, Rochester until 1967, Rushford until 1970, back to Rochester until 1974, Zumbro Falls until 1980, and then Mazeppa until 2011. He was a farmer in Troy until 1962, a bartender from 1962 until 2007 in several bars, and retired from Treasure Island Casino in Red Wing.

Russell was a member of the Lions Club in Rushford and Mazeppa and the Moose Club in St. Charles.

Survivors include one daughter Kay (Mike) Kistler of Eyota; one step daughter Judy (Ken) Blake of Plymouth, Minn.; two grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; two

great grandchildren; one brother Donald (Ellen) Nichols of Preston; special friend Diane Ellson of Dodge Center, Minn; and a step daughterin-law Mary Graves of Mazeppa. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Audrey, and a step- son Gary.

The funeral for Russell Nichols was Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield with Rev. Alan Horn officiating. Burial was in Saratoga Cemetery in Rural St. Charles. Riley Funeral Home of Chatfield handled the arrangements.

Dr. Robert L. Sauer Dr. Robert L. Sauer, age 75, of Preston, Minn., passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday morning, October 1, 2011.

Dr. Sauer was born March 26, 1936, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Clyde and Viola (Porter) Sauer. He was a 1954 graduate of West Dr. Robert L. High School Sauer in Waterloo.

He attended the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls for two years and then

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served in the US Navy Reserve. He then attended and graduated from the University of Iowa in Iowa City with his medical degree with training as a surgeon, a family practice physician, and was ER board certified. He then practiced medicine in Marengo, Iowa in the early ‘60s. In 1968, he started a solo practice in Preston with hospital privileges in Harmony and Spring Valley, where he performed numerous surgeries and delivered “lots” of babies. During this time he was also the Fillmore Co. Coroner.

In 1972, the Root River Clinic was established, where he practiced with Dr. John D. Nehring and Dr. J.E. Westrup. While in Preston he was asked by the Rural Physician Associate Program to be a preceptor for the University of Minnesota Medical School and Mayo Medical, was appointed President of the Zumbro Valley Medical Society, was medical director of the Preston Volunteer Ambulance, and was a member of the Preston Volunteer Fire Dept. He married E. Frances Fairbairn July 16, 1980, in Preston. In 1981 they moved to Cedar Falls, Iowa, where he was Director of the Allen Memorial Hospital ER. In 1983, they moved to St. Louis, Missouri, where he was Director of an organization

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that scheduled and provided emergency services to hospitals in the St. Louis area. The couple returned to Preston in 1986, where he started a solo practice which he sold in 1998 to Gunderson Lutheran. Dr. Sauer retired in 2000.

Dr. Sauer was a member of the Preston City Council, a commentator for the Fillmore County Journal, and a member of SEMEP, a regional environmental organization. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, fishing, woodworking, was an excellent chef, and enjoyed writing and research.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Fran; four children, Steven (Jo) Sauer of Rochester, Linda (Doug) Banks of Plymouth, Minn., Bob (Leanne) Sauer of Preston, and Kirstin (Jeff) Dyreson of Preston; six grandchildren, three siblings, Claudyne “Sue” Sauer of Arizona, Edward G. Sauer of Iowa and Sandra Jean (James) Hinson of Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Nadine Bray.

There was a Celebration of Life Sunday, October 9, 2011, at the Eagle Bluff Environmental Center in rural Lanesboro. Thauwald Funeral Home in Preston handled arrangements.

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Monday, October 10, 2011

Fillmore County Sports High School Sports

By Paul Trende Cougar Attacks in Fillmore County There wasn’t just one red, white, and blue Cougar in the ‘Boro, there was a group of them. They’re a formidable bunch. The M-C VBers kept up their undefeated ways, dispensing with Lanesboro.

The first two sets were lopsided (25-9, 25-8). The Burros struggled to set up attacks. M-C had no problem (five gals notched more than one kill). The third set was more competitive (tied at 9), but M-C prevailed 25-16. Springy 5’6” OH Belle Sand was emphatic for the visitors, slamming down 15 kills. Rangy Christy Welscher had 8 kills, 2 blocks, and 4 aces. The Cougar team had 14 ace serves.

Carly McCabe set the table (39 assists). On the defensive, Lanesboro’s Kaia Hongerholt had 13 digs. Katarina Miehlisch (5 kills) and Bryn Harmon (4 kills) led the Burros on ‘O’. Two days later, the Coug’s were at it again. Neighboring rival Spring Grove was in town.

The Lions took a (tournament) set from M-C earlier this year. The home squad, nevertheless, sent a message in the first game, outkilling the Lions 13-3, winning 25-13. In the second, the Coug’s controlled throughout (only trailed 0-1 and 1-2) prevailing 25-21. Set three was ditto. M-C only trailed early before prevailing 25-21. Sand (17 kills), Lydia Geving (12 kills), and Welscher (7 kills) did the majority of the attacking. McCabe set them up (37 assists). M-C’s defense was also strong; Sand, Geving, and Christine Lee 21, 10, & 11 digs respectively. Richell Mehus (11 kills) and Michaela Neuzil (2 K’s, 5 B’s, 2 aces) led the Lions (13-7) whose only two conference losses are to M-C. Kaput-ziered Broken, wrecked, and finished are English translations for the German word kaput. Leah Putzier is St. Charles’ main hitter.

When her 1-11 Saints took to the volleyball court against the 13-5 Gophers, and stunned them with a 3-2 victory, a new word was born; Kaput-ziered. Chatfield never really got rolling, dropping set one 25-18. They eked out the second game 29-27 before falling 25-19 in the third. Resiliency got them a win in game four (25-21).

But then Ms. Putzier put a damper on the match, getting five (of her 21) kills, leading SC to the 15-9 fifth set/match victory. Chalk the loss up to homecoming week, an altered lineup, a rivalry opponent, and fallout from a loss to ultratough Wabasha-Kellogg (or all of the above). Gophers leave with 13-6 (6-2) record.

FC Bombs Kingsland, Awaits Showdown Speed kills. Multiple weapons are good. The Fillmore Central Falcons are still perfect. Much of the first half of their conference match-up with Kingsland was ground-and-pound; both teams ran and ran again. FC dropped

to pass five times. But sandwiched around an incompletion and two sacks were 52 and 54 yard TD bombs from Andy Todd to Tanner Ristau and Mitch Johnson (two of the areas top sprinters). Those scores gave FC a 13-0 halftime lead. From there, it was back to the ground, using FC’s other two big guns. Fullback Zach Olstad’s 14-yard run early in the third quarter made it 21-0. Tyler Eickhoff’s 5-yard run a series later effectively put FC beyond where Kingsland could reach (28-0).

Tyler would add a 31-yard TD run in the fourth (he totaled 22 carries for 190 yards). Kingsland’s only score came late. Sam Eberle scampered around left end for 28 yards and six points. He finished with 23 carries for 103 yards. The game oddly had no turnovers. FC simply had too many assets. They prevailed 34-6, moving their record to 5-0 (the Knights are 2-3), setting up an undefeated showdown with #6(A) Southland in week 6.

Burro Score-fest Lanesboro FB suffered a crushing loss to Spring Grove in week two. Ever since, they’ve been asserting themselves, at an ever-escalating rate. Just ask Lyle-Pacelli. The Burros amassed a 66-6 halftime lead enroot to a 78-28 drubbing of the Athletics! Eight Burro players scored TD’s led by Niko Anderson (4) and Gabe Decker (2). The team ran for 400 yards. The win moves the Burros record to 4-1.

Gopher Miracle?

Chatfield football spotted the Southland Rebels a 14-0 1st quarter lead and trailed 17-0 entering the fourth. Rally time. A Nate Skare to Jesse Julian pass set up Jake Neis from one-away (177). The Gophers converted two 4th downs on an ensuing drive, including Skare to Matt Salerno for six (17-14). All looked lost when Chatfield got the ball back with 20 seconds at the 10, but Skare found Julian for 49 yards to the Rebel 41. The Gophers had time for one Hail Mary. Skare sent the ball in the direction of Julian at about the 3-yardline. Two Rebel defenders made contact before the ball arrived, but no flag was thrown.

The clock read zeros. Sixth-ranked Southland escaped with a victory, as Lee DeHough’s seemingly insignificant 3rd quarter FG proved the difference. What-could-have-been of the night: in the first quarter, a DeHough FG came up short, but Chatfield roughed the kicker. The Rebels later scored a TD. Passing: Chatfield 145, Southland 14.

Rushing: Chatfield 34, Southland 155. The Goph’s are 2-3.

VOLLEYBALL 9-26-11 Crestwood (Cresco, IA) 0, Fillmore Central 3 > 25-13, 25-20, 25-22 (FC: Alex Peterson 20 kills, 8 digs; Taylor Case 13 kills, 9 digs; Morgan Malley 33 assists) 9-27-11 Chatfield 0, #2(A) WabashaKellogg 3 > 21-25, 19-25, 18-25 (C: Kenna Moechnig 8 kills;

Alex Duxbury 13 digs; Gabrielle Salisbury 12 assists. W-K: Katie Cavalco 14 kills, 9 digs; Kenzie Friehammer 9 kills, 12 digs; Kalyn Biever 33 assists; Jordan Wolfe 21 digs. Falcons entered 5-1, 12-2.

Gophers entered 6-0, 13-4.)

Kingsland 0, #8(AA) Caledonia 3 > 11-25, 17-25, 18-25 (K: Cheyenne Losey 8 kills, 3 blocks; Emily Schlitter 16 assists, 7 digs. C: Emma Lange 16 kills, 4 blocks; Maria Fruechte 12 killls; Taylor Winjim 35 assists; Katie McCarthy 15 digs. Knights are 2-5, 4-10) Rushford-Peterson 1, LewistonAltura 3 > 19-25, 20-25, 25-23, 16-25 (R-P: Kenzie Lind 23 kills; Amy Todd 21 kills, 9 digs, 4 aces; Emily Culhane 20 assists; Kendra Crawford 15 digs. L-A: Jenny Mundt 31 kills, 12 digs; Maddie Hess 51 assists, 10 digs; Brooke Schilling 12 kills, 13 digs; Taylor Daley 18 digs) 9-29-11 Hope Lutheran 0, Lanesboro 3 > 25-18, 25-23, 25-15 (L: Harmon 7 digs, 4 kills; Linnea Thiss 10 assists, 5 digs; Karlee Ruen 8 assists; Miehlisch 5 kills. HL: Dakota Ellinghuysen 8 kills; Bailey Bautch 15 assists. Burros are 5-3, 6-7) Caledonia 3, R-P 0 > 25-23, 25-17, 25-21 (R-P: Lind 22 kills, 8 digs; Todd 11 kills, 8 digs; Culhane 30 assists; Kendra Crawford 15 digs. C: Fruechte 14 kills, 12 digs; Lange 13 kills; Winjim 39 assists. Warriors lead 3 Rivers (with W-K) at 7-0, 15-3) PEM 0, Fillmore Central 3 > 25-6, 25-10, 25-13 (FC: Peterson 13 kills; Case 10 kills, 8 digs; Malley 25 assists, 3 aces) 10-01-11 LeRoy-Ostrander Tournament (Fillmore Central and RushfordPeterson) FC defeated PEM 2-0 (25-13, 25-16), L-O 2-0 (25-17, 34-32), Riceville IA 2-0 (25-9, 25-11), & Glenville-Emmons 2-0 (25-6, 25-1) in Pool Play, then downed Blooming Prairie 2-0 (25-16, 25-22) to claim the championship. Tournament leaders: kills (A. Peterson 31, Case 37, V. Peterson 19), assists (Malley 104), digs (Jessie Tammel 25), blocks (Leah Scheevel 11), aces (three players tied with 7). FC is 16-3 overall, 5-2 in 3-Rivers. R-P fell to BP 1-2 (23-25, 25-23, 8-15), but defeated Alden-Conger 2-0 (25-11, 25-13), Hope Lutheran 2-0 (25-8, 25-20), & Grand Meadow 2-0 (25-16, 25-16) in Pool Play. They downed L-O 2-1 (21-25, 25-17, 15-10) for 3rd Place. R-P’s record is 2-5, 15-12.

Pierz Tournament (Mabel-Canton) M-C defeated Holdingford 2-0 (25-11, 25-14), Browerville 2-0 (25-15, 25-12), Pierz 1-1 (22-25, 25-17), & Long Prairie-Grey Eagle 1-1 (21-25, 25-17) in Pool Play.

They then downed Pierz 2-1 (2518, 23-25, 15-11) in Semis before falling to Faribault in finals 0-2 (13-25, 20-25). Only Browerville is class A. Faribault is AAA. Cougar statistical leaders: kills (Sand 56, Geving 35, Welscher 34), assists (McCabe 139), digs (Sand

68, Lee 53, Geving 42), aces (Sand 16, Geving 8), blocks (Welscher 10, Bailey Hanson 9). Cougars lose 1st match of the season but boast 8-0, 25-1 mark.

CROSS COUNTRY 09-27-11 Kingsland Invitational (at Root River Country Club) > Boys Team Results: 1st PEM 32, 2nd La Crescent 37, 3rd United South Central, 4th Rochester Area Home School, 5th Stewartville, 6th Kingsland; LFC inc, Schaeffer Academy Inc. > Top Knight finisher: Clayton Friemuth (19th of 44). Top LFCer: Travis Troendle (39 of 45). > Girls Team Results: 1st La Crescent 29, 2nd USC 44, 3rd PEM 67, 4th Stewartville 103, 5th Rochester Home School 126, 6th Kingsland 175, LFC inc, Schaeffer Academy inc, D-E/SC inc. Top Knight finisher: Melanie Woods (36th of 48). Top LFCer: Kirsten Ruen (34th).

09-29-11 Zumbrota-Mazeppa/KenyonWanamingo Invite (at Zumbrota Golf Course) > Boys Team Results: 1st Waseca 35, 2nd Byron 60, 3rd Z-M/K-W 114, 4th Rochester-Lourdes 137, 5th W-K 176, 6th LARP 194, 7th

Pine Island 228, 8th Cannon Falls 235, 9th Stewartville 238, 10th Medford 274, 11th Austin-Pacelli 310. > Top LARPers (individual): Austin O’Hare (11th of 77), Ryan Ruberg (20th), & Graham Sullivan (31st). > Girls Team Results: 1st Waseca 25, 2nd Lourdes 60, 3rd Stewartville 129, 4th Byron 131, 5th LARP 141, 6th Cannon Falls 142, 7th Z-M/K-W 171, 8th WinonaCotter 212, 9th Pine Island 235, 10th W-K 240, Medford inc, Austin-Pacelli inc. Top LARPers (individual): Mariah Olson (17th of 76), Alyson Mueller (27th), Courtney Doerr (28th), & Danielle Eberhard (31st).

FOOTBALL 9-30-11 #6(AA) Caledonia 41, Rushford-Peterson 16 (R-P: Tyler McClellan 6 rushes, 49 yards, TD. Trojans amassed under 100 yards of offense. Didn’t score until 4th quarter. Caledonia led 34-0 after three. C: Matt Peterson 19 rushes, 84 yards, 4 TD’s; Jacob Swindell 16 rushes, 120 yards, TD. R-P falls to 2-3 overall) Mabel-Canton 42, LeRoyOstrander 12 (M-C gets second straight win after starting 0-3)

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Mandated safety trainContinued from Page 1 ing and record keeping is proer: I did not know Dr. Sauer vided to keep in compliance By Jade Wangen During the regular meeting other than through his words with OSHA regulations. City on October 3, the Lanesboro and deeds associated with the Administrator Joe Hoffman City Council approved Mensink Southern city council and his remarks said these trainings would be Landscaping for the landscaping and opinions expressed in the difficult to do without the aid 507 project.

The DNR had previousCommentary section of this of Hottel. The total contract is paper. My sense is from these nearly $14,000, with the other ly found there was one quarry, associations that he was a very half being the responsibility of in Houston, which carried the kind of limestone needed for caring, generous, and thought- the Preston Public Utilities. ful man and he definitely will •Pam Ristau was again the project. Mensink Landscapbe missed. engaged to do the city’s audit ing agreed they could use rock Other Business In Brief for the year ending December from that quarry and keep their •The council authorized 31, 2011, for the same fee as original bid of $36,623.50.

There was also the question payment of $6,900, which is agreed to for 2010. The total the city’s share of the 2012 for the city and the public of hiring a project manager to Minnesota Municipal Utilities utilities was $15,625, with the oversee the project. The council approved hiring a manager up to Association (MMUA) contract city’s share being $9,475. to provide safety coordina•Ordinance revisions that a certain dollar amount as set by tion services for the city and deal with traffic and parking the DNR. Jason Resseman from Landthe utility. Safety coordinator regulations were discussed but scape Artisans stated that, as the Mark Hottel works in 12 com- not acted on. designer of the project, he has munities including Preston, been involved from the beginning and would like to see it through to be sure it is completed correctly. He said that in designing it, he wanted something that would be great for Lanesboro.

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Vickerman said every utility has some loss, at an average of five percent.

O’Connor said they are going to add two conductor banks that will be turned off in the winter, when less energy is used. They are also going to replace transformers as they are needed with High Efficiency transformers.

The other thing that will help is installing Smart Meters for everyone. That will also save time and money, as employees will not have to go around to houses and read meters. O’Connor said they would like everyone to have one in the next 2-3 years. Vickerman said it would make sense to change the water meters at the same time.

Buffalo Bill Days Report Vickerman presented the council with a final report from the Buffalo Bill Days celebration in August. She reminded them that Buffalo Bill Days does not actually make money; they give the money they make away to non-profit organizations in town such as the Park Board, Chamber of Commerce, American Legion, Cornucopia, Lions Club, Union Prairie Lutheran Church, and others. If there is a little left after that, the money goes into the Buffalo Bill Days account for the next year.

Vickerman said the sale of brats

was down a little, and donations were down some this year as well. They are already looking at improvements they can make for next year, such as advertising earlier. They have also hired a new band at half the cost, and are planning on returning the music outdoors so people listening have more access to the food vendors.

Parking Committee Council member Ceil Allen spoke on behalf of the committee that was recently formed to deal with parking issues in the downtown area and the bass pond area.

“What a good problem to have,” she said. “I hope we continue to have this problem.”

Allen said the committee came up with a few ideas for resolving the issues. The first idea is to encourage businesses and the employees that work there to use the bass pond for parking instead of taking the downtown parking spots away from visitors. Another suggestion was to prohibit overnight parking (from 2 a.m. to 7 a.m.) at the trail. A third, longrange suggestion was to use the baseball field area for parking in the future.

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Stevens Ford gets business from local people, but they also have people come from other towns to buy a vehicle. Especially

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since several Ford dealerships in local towns went out of business in the last few years. The economy has hit small towns hard, and car dealers, with a lot of overhead expenses, are no different than other businesses.

“The internet is the worst thing that ever happened to the car business,” said Stevens. “People don’t get a chance to meet the people they do business with.”

The same pertains to other businesses as well, in Stevens’ opinion. These days there is so much online shopping that cuts into sales elsewhere, including friendly, small-town businesses.

Stevens Ford also services vehicles, and they even have people come from Rochester to have their car worked on.

The four brothers all live in Chatfield and get along pretty

well, according to Stevens. They have no plans for celebrating their 50 years in business, but they did receive a big plaque from Ford.

“We plan to continue doing business, getting to know our customers and taking care of them the same as we have done for 50 years,” shared Stevens.

“We will continue to do that until it’s not feasible anymore.”

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Fillmore County Court Report On Monday, October 3, 2011, Jay J. Johnson, age 44 of Spring Valley, appeared before Judge Robert Benson for sentencing at the Fillmore County Courthouse. He was found guilty of fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, which has a maximum sentence of 3 years and one day, $5,000, or both. The charges stem from an incident in Spring Valley where Johnson was arrested after driving a

snowmobile while intoxicated.

The police officer tried to stop the snowmobile after it went through two stop signs, and he did not stop for them. It was later discovered he had been drinking.

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Leaves for Free Our wonderful hardwood trees are transforming their leaves to gold and scarlet.

Breathtaking beauty is all around us, at the very moment those leaves are letting go and drifting down to earth in a constant reminder of how fleeting the autumn season is.

Those leaves are the best natural soil builders on earth.

Ever wonder how a forest can maintain itself for hundreds, even thousands, of years? The forest ecosystem is fueled by the massive plant biomass deposited every fall. Deep tree roots bring up minerals locked below the soil layer, and every fall those minerals fall with the leaves to become part of the living ecosystem, as mulch and

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Pile Leaves.

Wait a year or two, then deliver the fine black humus to nearby garden beds. You may need a circle of fencing to keep them from blowing away if out in the open, or else choose a spot protected by bushes or trees. So easy.

Make Compost.

Leaves are the carbon material for our kitchen compost,

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The couple was united in marriage on August 6, 2011, at Rushford Lutheran Church in Rushford, Minn.

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dency treatment program. He must also spend 30 days in the Fillmore County jail, with work privileges upon verified employment. He must pay fees of $1,090, and submit a letter of apology to the officer involved.

Also appearing before Judge Benson on October 3 was Noah Michael Packingham, age 24 of Ostrander, for two separate incidents. Packinghouse was charged with burglary in the second degree, and burglary in the third degree, after he was arrested for stealing from the

Ostrander Co-op on August 26, 2011. Packinghouse allegedly stole copper and melting metal from a grain bin at the Co-op and sold it at LeRoy Iron and Metal.

Packingham was also charged with Theft of a motor vehicle without owner’s consent, which has a maximum sentence of five years, $10,000, or both; receiving stolen property, with the same sentence, and DWI, with a maximum sentence of 90 days in jail, $1,000 or both. All of these come from an incident

on June 5, 2011. Odd Couple Repair in Ostrander reported a vehicle missing that they had worked on. Police were called to the scene of an accident outside Ostrander. Packingham had been in an accident and admitted to stealing the vehicle.

For each incident, Packingham was released on $20,000 unconditional bail. He must not come within 50 feet of the victims’ property. His next court appearance is October 10, 2011.

held in three side-by-side bins not too far from the door. I fill the bins with leaves in the fall, and my husband adds all our organic waste, all year long. A turning or two with a garden fork makes rich compost good for delivery to favorite plants needing a boost, like hostas and roses. Fall is the time to use the compost and immediately refill the bin with more leaves.

Put Leaves to Bed. For years I raked leaves off our endless driveway and hauled them in a cart directly to my vegetable beds. Now I’m older and spoiled with a riding mower that collects chopped leaves. Chopped leaves are easier to transport, and once laid down and moistened, they form a mat that stays put until spring, when they are mostly broken down into soil. I rarely need to dig or weed before plopping seeds right into their rows. I throw bushels of chopped leaves into the raspberry and asparagus beds too. This is composting in place—no need to turn or haul

the compost because it is right where it needs to be. Easiest of all.

“Farming with Tree Leaves” is an informative article by Will Bonsall, who lives in Maine and is affiliated with the Seed Savers Exchange near Decorah, Iowa. He notes that leaves contain a considerable amount of nitrogen, although it is not available to plants until it breaks down. Chopping

leaves with a lawnmower or leaf shredder makes the composting process much faster.

Indeed, tree leaves may be the only thing needed for a productive and healthy garden. If you are going to rake leaves anyway, why not keep them and let nature give you a hand?

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Fried Potatoes A simple supper is often the best, and fried potatoes can be a fall centerpiece, with maybe a salad or any kind of sausage. Note that potatoes won’t brown well in a non-stick; use cast iron.

One pound potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled, cut into bite sized chunks 3 Tablespoons butter or oil 1 onion chopped Garlic, smashed, to taste 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper Salt to taste Heat butter in a large cast iron skillet. Add potatoes, salt and pepper and cook, covered, over medium heat for ten minutes.

Add onion and garlic and cook, uncovered, for ten minutes more, turning frequently until potatoes are tender and browned.

Put ketchup on the table. Enjoy!

Owen was born on September 17, 2011. He weighed 7 lb. 10 oz and was 20 inches long.

Owen Dodge Broadwater Joshua and Cassandra Grandparents are Dick and Broadwater are proud to announce Nancy Broadwater of Harmony, the birth of their son, Owen Dodge. MN and Paul and Noreen Hagness of Pembina, ND.

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Birth Announcement Landon Nicholas Vold Nick and Jennah Vold of Fountain are proud to announce the arrival of their baby boy, Landon Nicholas.

Landon was born Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at Methodist Hospital.

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LaFleur ~ Olstad and was 20 3/4 inches long.

Julia LaFleur of Rushford,

Proud grandparents are Roger Minn. and Levi Olstad of and Sandy Marzolf of Preston; Harmony, Minn. are pleased Deneen Krohn of Fountain; Linda to announce their engagement and Rick Canton of Pine Island, and wedding.

Parents of the bride are MN; and Craig and Sandi Vold of Elizabeth and Allen LaFleur Dundas, MN. of Rushford. Parents of the groom are Melanie and Heath Birth Announcement Abigail Leah McHan Olstad of Harmony.

Julia graduated from Dempsey and Leah McHan of Rushford-Peterson High Preston are proud to announce School, the University of the arrival of Abigail Leah.

Wisconsin-LaCrosse, and Abigail was born on September Minnesota State University- 8, 2011. She weighed 10 lb. 4 Mankato. She is currently oz. and was 21 inches long. teaching Biology at Jordan Abigail joins siblings Max and High School in Jordan, Minn. Samuel at home. Grandparents Levi graduated from Fillmore are Mary Krause of Rushford Central High School. He is and David and Beth Anderson of Preston.

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Mensink ~ Afseth Brenda Mensink and Brent Afseth are happy to announce their upcoming marriage on October 15, 2011.

Brenda is a 2002 graduate of Lanesboro High School and is employed at Mayo Clinic as a CT Technologist. Brent is a 2001 graduate of Fillmore Central High School and is employed at Pace International as Director of Operations.

Parents of the bride are Lance and Patty Mensink of Lanesboro. Parents of the groom are Janey and the late Zach Afseth of Harmony.

The couple resides in rural Preston.

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removal equipment from Michaels, LaCrosse for $22,848 and Universal, Onalaska for $21,847. Both would require about two weeks for installation when the CRV truck hits their lot. The Universal quote was accepted on motion by Johnson, seconded by Ekern and carried unanimously.

Regarding Woodland Heights, Mayor Schwanke said Jim Norstad will soon be addressing the run-off issues as agreed to with the landowner across the highway. Schwanke also had noticed small loads of dirt had been illegally dumped in the ditch below Shawn Mrozek’s driveway to the west, which Thieret had dug out as part of the run-off solution.

COUNCIL DISCUSSION/ UPDATES: Goodrich Street solution: Mayor Schwanke said the proposed solution is no longer available, as the remaining landowners do not want to participate with the CRVdesigned fix at this time. Well Pump: Thieret said it is pumping two-thirds of what it used to, that the meter was rebuilt and is correct, and that the electrical readings are the same as in 2007. A well driller said it sounds like a hole in the pipe so the well pump needs to be pulled to check for a hole

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in the pipe. The reservoir capacity is 52,000 gallons, which will last two or three days. If the pump is the problem, Johnson suggested changing the voltage to 277/480 to also accommodate the new well #2 pump.

WWT sampling: Schwanke said the last sampler results were way down, demonstrating that it was a sampling issue for the last two years. Schwanke talked to Rushford City Administrator Sarvi about adding an addendum to the WWT contract. The sampler being used at the South Rushford lift station did break down and needs a new power supply.

Well Site #2: Davy Engineering personnel Jim Kochie and Al Sheer advised that the DNR person working on the well site acquisition process was in a car accident and no one else kept it going in her absence. She is now back at work and is making this her first priority. The new / rebuilt pumphouse design is not yet completed and Kochie did not think the pumphouse could be separated from the rest of the financing. Water and Sewer Connection fees were discussed again as discussed with Financial Advisor Mike Bubany. Iverson was asked to chart options on a spreadsheet to see them more clearly. There were also questions raised for the Public Facilities Authority regarding what is

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years. Allen said the committee felt it was okay for them to use it right now, and not as big of an issue as the other parking problems. O’Connor suggested they restrict vehicle size and weight for parking in the DNR lot.

The committee will be meeting again.

Other Business Jennifer Hongerholt, who had been at a previous meeting with concerns about parking during football games, wrote a letter to the city that she wanted Vickerman to read aloud. In the letter, Hongerholt thanked the council for their decision to allow parking on one side of the street only during football games. She felt it made a big difference in the safety of the people.

Vickerman said there was an extra 130 feet needed on the guardrails for Ox Trail Road.

The extra cost is $3,700, and the council approved. Vickerman said the guardrails at Little Norway and Churchill are finished and look really nice.

Brian Luna from the Cham-

Monday, October 10, 2011

ber said there will be a program called “Tap into the Root” on October 5 at 7 p.m. at the Community Center. Representatives from the Soil and Water Conservation District will be there to discuss ways to raise public awareness of water issues.

The council approved a Community Needs Plan for Small Cities Development Program.

They surveyed both commercial and residential and got a lot of feedback on what people want to work on. Vickerman said they could now move forward with applying for a small cities grant.

They will apply in November and find out in February if they get it or not.

The council approved the safety training program contract for one year with Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association (MMUA).

The council also approved the MN Energy gas franchise as recommended by City Attorney Tom Manion after he reviews it.

Vickerman reminded the council to look over the budget and levy and think about areas that could be cut or worked with.

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$300.92 monthly vs. payments of $300.49 with interest only for the first six months and a term of 17.5 years on motion by Overland, seconded by Petersen and carried unanimously.

OTHER UPDATES/ Meetings/ Communications: Schwanke and Ekern attended the September 14 League of MN Cities Regional meeting in Pine Island. Mayor Schwanke

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said there may not be additional Council members at the September 28 Tri-City Planning meeting with SMIF CEO Tim Penny. This meeting was continued at 10:06 p.m. in order that additional Rushford Village Council members may attend the September 28, 2011 meeting, on motion by Johnson, seconded by Petersen and carried unanimously. at the clinic.

To make your experience quicker, wear a short sleeve shirt and bring the age-appropriate completed vaccination form with you to a clinic. If you would like to complete your influenza vaccine paper work in advance go to http://www.co.fillmore.mn.us/ and print the appropriate child or adult form. Bring the form along with your insurance card or other payment to the clinic with you.

For more information about flu vaccinations, call Fillmore County Public Health at 507-765-3898 or visit http://www.co.fillmore. mn.us/

Tasty Temptations Calling all the Best Cooks of Bluff Country!

The Fillmore County County Journal Journal is sponsoring a cooking competition that will result in a selection of the top three recipes in each of the following categories: - Appetizers & Beverages

Gift CertifiCates Total contestTotal payout of contest payout of $765by: sponsored $765 in gift in certificates just gift certificates just in time for - Main Dishes & Casseroles in time for the holidays to the holidays to spend at spend at Harmony Foods, - Meat, Poultry & Seafood Harmony Foods, Preston Foods Calling all the Best Cooks of BluffPreston Country!

Foods and and Rushford Foods.

- Breads & Rolls Rushford Foods.

The Fillmore Journal is sponsoring a - Pies, PastriesCounty & Desserts *Participants *Participants may win in more may win in more cooking competition that will result in a selection of the than one category.

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Total contest payout of $765 in gift certificates just in time for -Contest Main Dishes & Casseroles Rules: Category: the holidays to spend at -1.Meat, Poultrymay & Seafood Harmony Foods, Preston Foods Participants enter one recipe per category based on the categories listed above.

Contest Rules: and Rushford Foods.

No purchase required.

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Participants may enter one - Breads & Rolls 3.recipe Entries be delivered County Journal office permay category based to onthe Fillmore Name: - Pies, at Pastries & 496, Desserts *Participants may win in more P.O. Box Preston, MN, 55965. the categories listed above. than one category.

Cookies & entry Candy Must use original form from the Fillmore County Journal.

2.-4.Cakes, No purchase required.

May enter often asto you 3.- Dips, Entries may be&as delivered thelike.

Sauces Spreads Address: 5.Fillmore Entries must beJournal postmarked to the Fillmore County Journal office County officeoratdelivered - Special Diet no later November 3, 2010.

P.O. Box 496, than Preston, MN, 55965. (i.e. gluten-free, egg-free, shellfish-free, peanut free, milk-free, etc.)

Businesses excluded from contest, 4.6.Must use original entry form from residential only.

Sethre Media Inc. employees excluded from competition. the Fillmore CountyGroup, Journal.

The topmust three selected winners 5.7.

Entries be postmarked or of each category will be asked to provide a sample Contest Rules: E-Mail: of thetofood for judgesCounty to finalize the placement of those top three winners, accordingly. delivered the Fillmore 1. Participants may enter one recipe per category based on the categories listed above.

The judges will no conduct their taste tests, and the following prizes will be awarded per category: Journal office later than 2. No purchase required.

Phone: 1st Place will2,receive a $50 gift certificate for use at Harmony Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods 3.November Entries may 2011. be delivered to the Fillmore County Journal office 2nd Place will receive a $25 gift certificate for use at Harmony Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods 6. Businesses contest, at P.O.excluded Box 496,from Preston, MN, 55965.

3rd Place willonly. receive a $10Media gift certificate for use at Harmony Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods residential Sethre 4. Must use original entry form from the FillmorePlEASE County Journal. THIS ENTRy FORM 8. Group, The topInc. three recipes ofexcluded each category will be published SuBMIT in the November 15, 2010 employees May enter as often as you like.

AlONG wITH yOuR RECIPE “Top Chefs of the Region.” from competition.

5. Entries must be postmarked or delivered to the Fillmore County Journal office 7. Recipe andNovember taste testing to be held at Rushford Foods on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011 from nojudging later than 3, 2010.

6:00pm-7:00pm.

6. Businesses excluded from contest, residential only.

8. The top three recipes of each willexcluded be published in the November 14, 2011 Sethre Media Group, Inc.category employees from competition.

“Top Chefs of the Region.”

7. The top three selected winners of each category will be asked to provide a sample - Soups, Salads & Vegetables

of the food for judges finalize placement of those topwill three The judges will conduct theirto taste tests,the and the following prizes bewinners, awardedaccordingly. per category: The judges will conduct their taste tests, and the following prizes will be awarded per category: 1st Place will receive a $50 gift certificate for use at 1st Place willFoods, receivePreston a $50 giftFoods certificate use at Harmony Harmony and for Rushford Foods Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods 2nd Place will receive a $25 gift certificate for use at Harmony 2nd Place will receive a $25 gift certificate for use at Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods 3rd Place will receive a $10 gift certificate for use at Harmony Harmony Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods Foods, Preston Foods and Rushford Foods 8. 3rd The Place top three recipes of each category will be published in the November 15, 2010 will receive a $10 gift certificate for use at “Top Chefs of the Region.”

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, October 10, 2011

Local grocery stores helping out food shelves

By Jade Wangen Last year, the SEMCAC food shelves in Rushford and Preston provided food for a total of 491 households in Fillmore County.

The amount of food they provided totaled over 130,525 pounds.

Families with limited incomes are given the help they need to eat when times are tough.

Brad Hoiness, one of the owners of Rushford Foods, Harmony Foods, and Preston Foods, has joined the groups of people that are willing to help these families out. Last year they started a promotion in the grocery stores, inviting customers to donate money. They matched each dollar donated 100 percent.

“They responded so well, in that first week we raised $500 in Rushford, and $500 in Preston,” shared Hoiness.

This year, they decided to expand the promotion some, and asked their bank to pitch in. According to Hoiness, they doubled their maximum donation to $1,000 and asked the

nning 10/9/2011

banks to consider that as well. feel pressured but they have an The goal this year is to raise easy opportunity to donate what $12,000. The promotion runs they can, and they can be confithrough November 19, and is dent it will be matched.” going on at all three locations.

“People really start to think about the food shelf around the fall and winter time period,” said Hoiness. “That’s the time they really start to think about that need.”

Hoiness said there are other programs going on in the area that benefit the food shelf, as well. The Minnesota Grocers sponsors a program that just began called Minnesota’s Own, where the idea is to take care of our own people and fight hunger. There have also been many other events throughout the year when people ask others to donate non-perishable food items for the food shelf.

Hoiness thinks the goal is a realistic one. “Knowing how Southern many customers we have going through the registers each week, 507 we have a good opportunity. We want to make sure they don’t

After the promo has been going on for a while, they will ask their partnering businesses if they would like to make a donation that will be matched as well.

Hoiness said the SEMCAC

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year, which is a significant part of the state budget. The state chose to eliminate the program in large part for budget reasons, to help eliminate the $5 billion biennium budget deficit. Also, support for the program has diminished due to the state’s failure to reimburse all of the funds. When the state only pays a portion of these funds, it reduces the certified levy for a city or county and is in the role of a “delinquent taxpayer.” With the new exclusion program the state will no longer be paying a portion of the local property tax levy. All of the local property tax levy will be paid by local tax payers.

This practice of the state failing to fully fund the program has been a problem for cities and counties as they could not predict the amount they would receive.

With the exclusion program, the certified levy will be essentially the actual amount that is received from taxpayers.

Monday, October 10, 2011

This year, cities and counties are only to be reimbursed about 55 percent of the credit provided by taxpayers after 2011 cuts.

Homestead Market Value Exclusion With the new program tax rates and taxes will rise across most all properties unless levies are set below 2011 levels, as there will be no additional state money.

Homesteads valued at $413,800 or less will receive an exclusion with homes valued up to $76,000 receiving the maximum exclusion with the exclusion amount decreasing as the home value increases. The amount excluded will not be subject to tax.

However, with the exclusion or portion of home value that is not taxed, the overall local tax capacity or tax base will be reduced.

This will cause the tax rate to be raised to achieve an equal tax capacity. “Tax rates increase because the exclusion shrinks the taxable value.”

The exclusion or reduction of the homestead value subject to tax will cause property taxes for

non homesteaded properties to increase disproportionately. The shift will weigh more on high value homesteads, apartment buildings, commercial, industrial, and Ag properties. The shift in the tax burden will depend on the mix of different property types in a city, county, or school district.

It is estimated that some cities will loose 20 to 30 percent of their tax base which will cause tax rates to raise even more. Property tax refund programs are in place that could help income qualified property owners. “Affected homeowners with household incomes below $100,780 or whose property taxes increase by more than 12 percent or $100 (whichever is greater) may apply for the state’s property tax refund and, if qualified, will get some of the increase refunded.”

As always, other factors determine individual property taxes including local levy decisions, changes in the value of your particular property, changes in values of other properties in your city, county, or school district and changes in your property classification.

Discussion The effect on tax increment financing (TIF) districts was discussed. Commissioner Duane Bakke expects there will be proposals to address some of the problems created by the exclusion program at the next legislative session. He added that it would be wrong to reinstate the old program where the state fails to pay its bills.

Commissioner Randy Dahl expressed concern about the TIF districts. He remarked, “The state is more and more getting its hands into the property tax system.” Dahl went on to say businesses can’t rely on what is going to happen in the future.

He insisted it is not the tax rate, but the instability and the not knowing what will happen in the future that makes it difficult for businesses. “To have faith in the system, you need to have long term stability.”

Auditor/Treasurer Shirl Boelter presented an insert to be put with property tax statements prepared by Houston County. She expects a similar insert would cost between $400 and $600 which could briefly explain the change and direct questions of property owners to area legislators.

Other Business In Brief •The newly hired Veteran Services Officer Jason Marquardt was sworn in by Shirl Boelter and introduced to board members.

•Because of work planned this fall for the Veterans Cemetery, the site area on the county land will be closed to public hunting.

Commissioner Chuck Amunrud said workers will be doing surveying, soil testing, and archeological studies. There is a safety concern.

The county land will be posted.

Commissioner Tom Kaase suggested area veteran service groups maybe could assist with the posting of signs.

•Veteran Services has a new van. The van it replaced has about 160,000 miles on it. Commissioner Tom Kaase moved that the

van be given to the Developmental Achievement Center (DAC) as there is a need there. He continued that it will be used by the citizens of our county and it will be put to good use there.

Chairman Marc Prestby argued that donating the van would set a precedent. He suggested more

effort should be made to find a use for it by one of the county departments.

Kaase’s motion was approved with Prestby voting against.

•A resolution for the “Safe and Sober” program was approved. It will run through the fiscal year ending September 30, 2012.

Auditor/Treasurer Shirl Boelter administers oath to New Veteran Services officer Jason Marquardt.

Photo by Karen Reisner

Root PRaiRie FaLL FeStivaL Salad Luncheon & Bake Sale

Saturday, October 15, 2011 ~ 11:00am- 1:00pm Root Prairie Lutheran Church Basement Menu - BarBecues, Hot turkey sandwicHes, salads, Bars, & Beverages Cost - Adult ~ $6.00 • Children 12 & Under ~ $3.00 Handicap accessible

Antique • tool • HouseHold

A u Saturday, c October t i15, 2011 o- 9:00n

Lunch by Gleasons

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Sale to be conducted at the Spring Valley Sales Auction Building 412 East Park Street, Spring Valley, MN

AUCTIONEER NOTE: We will be selling a large selection of Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles, Woodworking Tools, and household items from 3 estates and 2 parties downsizing. Don’t miss this auction.

Selling 2 Rings All Day 14-16 hayracks of Smalls

For more info contact auction company www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com SAlE ArrANgEd ANd cONductEd By SPriNg VAllEy SAlES cOMPANy

AuctiONEErS: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Tom Jasper 50-113, 507-251-7654; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 riNgMAN: Bob Root, Roger Becker clErk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163.

ANNOuNcEMENtS dAy Of tAkE PrEcEdENcE OVEr ANy AdVErtiSEd Or PrE-PriNtEd MAtEriAl All Of thE ABOVE MErchANdiSE iS SElliNg AS iS, whErE iS, with NO wArrANty. tErMS: cASh Or gOOd chEck dAy Of SAlE. NOthiNg tO BE rEMOVEd uNtil SEttlEd fOr. NOt rESPONSiBlE fOr AccidENtS Or MErchANdiSE AftEr SOld. PlEASE BriNg PrOPEr idENtificAtiON.

AccEPtiNg MAjOr crEdit cArdS • SAlES tAx chArgEd whErE APPlicABlE

Ag LAnd LEASE

Auction To Take Place At Gehling Auction Company, 27741 State Hwy 16, Preston, MN

Monday, October 17, 2011 • 10:00am 136.4 Acres – 2 Year Land Lease Bernice Kolling

Farm Location – From Spring Valley take County Road 12 East 5.5 Miles.

Forestville Township Sections 7 & 8, Fillmore County, Minnesota.

Call 800-770-0347 to receive an Information Booklet www.gehlingauction.com Terms: 20% of 2012 Payment is Nonrefundable Down ~ Payment Day of Sale 80% Balance for 2012 is Due March 1st, 2012 2013 Payment is Due March 1st, 2013 Payable at Gehling Auction Co. Office, 27741 St. Hwy 16, Preston,MN

Auctioneer: Matt Gehling (Auctioneer/Broker) Clerk: Gehling Auction Co., Inc. www.gehlingauction.com email:gehling@gehlingauction.com

Monday, October 10, 2011

Culture Shock!

When I first applied to Saint Mary’s University I knew what I wanted to do. I wanted to be in theatre. When I found out that part of their theatre program involved studying in London for a semester I was hooked. The day I got my acceptance letter I knew where I was going.

After two years of waiting, the time has finally come. I spent the summer working multiple jobs to save up, and on September 3 I boarded a flight to London. I’ve been here for almost a month now, and it has already been one of the most amazing experiences of my life! Being a small town girl it has been an interesting adjustment living right in the heart of London, but soon enough you get used to having

hundreds of people surrounding you on a daily basis.

This city is pretty amazing.

Armed with a camera, a student ID, and a subway pass (called an oyster card here) I have the whole city at my disposal. The first week here we had to get everything set up to prepare ourselves for the months to come. There are a total of 13 of us in three flats (apartments) and we needed supplies! So after getting all the bare essentials we set off to our first classes. One of the classes we are taking is called Page to Stage. The class requires us to read playscripts, analyze them and then we go to a professional production of the plays and critique based on what we see. Since we have been here I have seen a total of 10 professional shows. Six were for

Plan Your EAB Response Jerrold Tesmer Extension Educator Fillmore/Houston Counties I believe most people in Southeast Minnesota are aware that Minnesota Depa r t ment of Agriculture confirmed two new Emerald Ash Borer infestations.

A beetle was Jerrold Tesmer found in a purple monitoring trap in Veterans

Park in La Crescent, and another one was found in a trap in Great River Bluffs State Park. The real question is, “How will this affect me?”

For those who sell wood products, including firewood, quarantines on ash product are currently in place in Ramsey, Hennepin, Houston and Winona counties. Although both Winona and Houston Counties are quarantined it would be wise to check with Kathryne Longen, MDA Plant Protection, 651-201-6245, kathryne.longen@state.mn.us

Minnesota Property Owners Second Half Real Estate Taxes Due October 17th, 2011

Shirl L. Boelter, Fillmore County Auditor/Treasurer reminds all property owners of the October 17th deadline for payment of second half real estate taxes. A 2% penalty on homestead property and a 4% penalty on non-homestead property will be assessed on second half payments received or postmarked after October 17th, 2011. The penalty will increase on November 1st, as indicated on the penalty schedule printed on the back of your property tax statement.

IF YOU OWN A FARM… You will have until November 15th to pay the second half taxes on property classified by the County Assessor as agricultural property. A 2% penalty on homestead property and a 4% penalty on non-homestead property will be assessed on second half payments received or postmarked after November 15th, 2011. The payment due date is shown on your 2nd half tax stub and tax statement. Please look over the due dates on your property taxes, in case you have one or more parcels that do not qualify as agriculture and are due on October 17th, 2011.

WE HAVE MOVED THE PAYMENT DROP BOX THAT WAS LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE COURTHOUSE NEAR THE PARKING LOT. THE NEW PAYMENT DROP BOX IS LOCATED UNDER THE AWNING ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE BUILDING TO THE LEFT OF THE FRONT DOOR. FILLMORE COUNTY NOW OFFERS DIRECT PAYMENT FOR PROPERTY TAXES USING ACH (AUTOMATIC CLEARING HOUSE). THE PINK INFORMATION SHEET WAS INCLUDED WITH YOUR PROPERTY TAX STATEMENT. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL THE AUDITOR/TREASURER’S OFFICE AT 507-765-3811.

Property tax information and property tax statement are now available by parcel number or address on the Fillmore County web page. Go to www.co.fillmore. mn.us and select Property Tax Search. This will take you to the Auditor/ Treasurer’s page and you will need to select Property Tax Search again. You may search by parcel number or enter the address of the parcel. Please remember bare land does not have an address so you will need to search by parcel number.

There is an option to print the tax statements. Please contact the Auditor/ Treasurer’s office if you have any questions about this new web offering.

Shirl L. Boelter Fillmore County Auditor/Treasurer 507-765-2666

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class and the rest were on my own terms. This is a very difficult place to save money when you’re a theatre nut like me. Basically I’m seeing on average two or more shows a week.

Not a bad set-up, eh?

Speaking of “eh?” something I’ve really noticed here is even though we are technically speaking the same language as the locals, there is still such a language barrier in many ways. I didn’t really think I had much of an accent, but now that I am among people who talk differently I seem to sound even more Minnesotan than usual. I use the phrase “ya know” a lot more than I would care to admit. But it’s not just my accent. The accents are sometimes very hard to understand and they call certain things by different names. For example, here are a few things that have caused my fellow students and I some confusion.

They call the subway the tube. Pants are trousers (if you say pants you’d be referring to UNDERpants) and they really do call a bathroom the loo! There are so many other slang terms you just don’t hear, even in British-themed films. There are also so many dialects to worry about. In

the acting class we are taking, we are learning about the multiple ways of speaking you can hear throughout the country. There are many just in London alone!

So after a month here I feel I could at least somewhat pass for a local. They dress a little nicer than you usually see around campus in Minnesota, but the food is good and the people are really quite friendly.

Although apparently no one likes to

before moving firewood from Houston to Winona. It is also possible the rules will be changed to allow movement to Wisconsin, as that is also in the quarantine area.

Once again, check with MDA before moving wood.

The home owner has the difficult decision of treating Ash trees or replacing them. The general recommendation is to not start treatment unless EAB is within 15 miles. If treatment is chosen, be aware that it is a long term commitment. Insecticide treatments will be needed for the rest of the tree’s life. Most of the products are best applied in mid to late spring.

Some products can be applied by the tree owner, while others need to be applied by professionals.

There is an excellent publication to help with your decision. Emerald Ash Borer: Homeowners Guide to Insecticide Selection, Use, and Environmental Protection that is available through University of Minnesota Extension, MDA and DNR. If you chose to replace your ash trees, there is a list: Recommended Trees for Southeast Minnesota available at: http://www.extension. umn.edu/distribution/naturalresources/dd6574.html.

With this list is the “Tree Planting Rule-of-Thumb.” No more than 10 percent of any species, no more than 20 percent of any genus, and no more than 30 percent of any family. We don’t want to keep repeating the problems we created when Dutch elm disease wiped out the Elm trees, and we replaced them with mainly Ash trees.

On the positive side, in a coordinated response, DNR and MDA have conducted biocontrol efforts, releasing stingless wasps in the state park. I would like to emphasis the word “stingless” as the wasp are not the type that can sting us. Like most biocontrols, they will not achieve 100 percent control, but rather slow the spread of EAB. For those seeking more information on EAB, there are two more

meetings scheduled: Dakota, MN, 220 Golden Rule Rd, October 6, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Winona, MN, Winona City Hall, 207 Lafayette Street, October 10,

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talk when riding the tube. Someone should have told us that. While trying not to be obnoxious Americans, we’ve come to realize that subtle to us is still considered quite outspoken to some Brits. It’s definitely something we will have to work on. It’s funny how even the slightest differences can be made so obvious when put into a whole new environment, and London is certainly new!

Sam Gibson with her study abroad group at the theatre where they will be performing.

Photo by Sam Gibson 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

All the publications sited above, plus much more information is available at: http://www.extension. umn.edu/issues/eab.

Peterson AmericAn Legion’s

5 Annual chili cook-off & chili Feed th

saturday, october 22nd • 5pm

Cash and merchandise prizes for the top 3 winners

Traveling Trophy for the “Best Chili”

No Entry fee to be a contestant •Contestants eat free All contestant’s chili must be in by 4:30 pm Happy Hour priCes all evening!!

Contest rules available at peterson legion post 526

Peterson, MN • Phone 507-875-2235

David Baldner FJ

City of Rushford Village

Lawn debris is also acceptable Saturday October 15, 2011 at no charge, Remove 8:00 a.m. to noon PLastic Bags Rushford Village Maintenance Building & Do not 43038 State Hwy 30 West include trash.

Spring Prices (Subject to change) were: • Small Truck Load - $15 • Tractor Tires - $16 • Med Truck Load - $25 • Tires No Rims - $3, With Rims - $5 • Large Truck Load - $35 • Computers/Electronics $10 • With Side Boards - add $5 • TV’s: Small - $10, Large - $15

Fall Clean-up

Call 507-864-7974 with any questions.

Hydrant Flushing Notice South Rushford Water District Residents: The City of Rushford Village fire hydrants will be flushed between Monday, October 10th and Friday, October 14th, 2011, when weather permits. Call 507- 864-7974 with any questions.

Joyce Iverson, Clerk

City of Rushford Village

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY, OCT. 11 Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels. For fundraiser info, call 507-867-3583.* VFW Men’s Auxiliary meeting, 7 pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall Preston American Legion Auxiliary #166 meeting, 7pm, Preston Servicemen’s Club

THURSDAY, OCT. 13

SATURDAY, OCT. 15

Free Senior Coffee, 9am, Heritage Grove, Harmony.*

Mystery Cave- One-hour tours, start at 10am, last tour at 4pm. Through 10/29 Camp Winnebago Puttin’ on the Ritz, Dancing with the Stars event. 5:30 p.m.

Social Hour, 6:30- midnight dinner and entertainment, Dining Hall, 19708 Camp Winnebago Road Quilting Your Life- Brunch hosted by the St. Matthews Lutheran Church, 9:30 a.m. in Granger, MN.

Natural Living Group Meeting- Topic: Homemade lotion and bath bombs Contact Tricia 896-4752. Houston Nature Center, Houston, MN.

Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.*

Storyhour, Harmony Public Library, 225 3rd Ave. SW, 11:00 – 11:45, Preschool ages, No School No Storyhour.*

AA Meeting, 7pm, Faith United Methodist Church, Spring Valley. “Living in the Solution.” Newcomers welcome.*

Canton Senior Citizens meet at 1pm for cards and visiting, Canton Community Center.*

Adult Children Anonymous (formerly known as Adult Children of Alcoholics) meeting, 7pm. Call Deb 507-765-5336 for info.*

Chatfield Growers Market, 3-7pm, City Park, Chatfield. *

Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pio­ neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian.

Church, Mill St, Rushford.* WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-5pm. 1300 West Tracy Rd. Spring Valley.* M-C Trailbusters meet-7:30pm at the Mabel American Legion.

VFW and Ladies Auxiliary meeting, 7 pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall

SUNDAY, OCT. 16

Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 9:30-10:30am, City Hall, Wykoff.

FRIDAY, OCT. 14 Preston Farmer’s Market, 11am, Trailhead parking lot in Preston. *

Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.*

NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for info 507-765-4979. * Belgian Waffle Breakfast, Wykoff Community Center. Sponsored by Immanuel Lutheran Church, 9am-1pm.

Mystery Cave- One-hour tours, start at 10am, last tour at 4pm. Through 10/29 Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm. Fountain Lutheran Church, south Main St. and Highway 52.*

MONDAY, OCT. 17 Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.* VFW Burger Night, 5-8 p.m. Spring Valley VFW Hall TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) Meeting, Spring Valley Care Center Activity Room.

Weigh-in from 5:45-6 p.m. Meeting from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Questions contact Judy at 507346-2469.* NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for info 507-765-4979. *

Main Ave. Harmony

you See e at thies Mov

JEM THEATRE

Tickets ~ $4.00

PG-13

Run Time: 2 hrs. 6 mins.

Harmony AA meeting, 8pm, Harmony Community Center, 3rd Ave SW, Meeting Room 1. Call 507-886-3240 for info.*

oR PG-

Run Time: 1 hr. 53 mins.

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Call Verifto Moviy e

Friday Oct. 14 7:30pm Saturday Oct. 15 7:30pm Sunday Oct. 16 7:30pm Call or Check website to verify movie

507-886-show(7469)

www.jemmovies.com

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ACCOUntAnts

Preston office

will continue to be open for your convenience!

major & company tax preparation, accounting & payroll services enrolled agents

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On-line AuctiOn infOrmAtiOn

On-Line Auctions, serving all your buying & selling needs, see website for daily updates www.bid-2-buy.com. Call Curt 612-701-8677.

Gehling On-line Auction - All types of Farm Machinery. Advertising deadline: Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011, with first item selling at 10:00am. Sale ending Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011

FAX it in!

507-765-2468

Bring your own bucket for popcorn and save!

MediCAL

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(507) 864-7773

• Family Dental Care • Cosmetic Dentistry/Whitening • New Patients Always Welcome

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* Dentures/Partials * Tooth Colored Fillings

New Patients Welcome!

507-346-7281 823 N. Broadway Ave, Spring Valley, MN

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Sat., Oct. 15 - 9:00am, Antiques, Tool, Household Auction. Held at Spring Valley Sales Auction Bldg., 412 East Park St, Spring Valley, MN. For more info. contact Spring Valley Sales Co. (507)346-2183.springvalleysales. com Notice in the Journal.

Mon., Oct. 17 - 10:00am, Bernice Kolling Owner, AG Land Lease Auction at Gehling Implement and Auction Co., Preston, MN. For more info. contact Gehling Auction, Inc. 1-800-770-0347, www.gehlingauction.com.

Listing in the Journal.

Thurs., Oct. 27 - 9:30am, Consignment Auction at Gehling Implement and Auction Co., Preston, MN. For more info. contact Gehling Auction, Inc. 1-800-770-0347, www. gehlingauction.com.

Gary M. Marcoux, d.d.S.

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Personalized service to accommodate your needs.

Accounting, Auditing, Tax Preparation 209 St. Anthony Street, PreSton, Mn 55965 507-765-2180 or 507-765-3671

F&M Insurance servIces

Assisted Living

Park lane estates assisted living 111 Fillmore Place SE Preston, MN 55965 507-765-9986

“Where Life Begins Again” preston@kccompaniesinc.com

COUnseLing 65 Main Avenue North, Harmony Marcy Allen, LPC; Paul Broken, MA; Mark Bronson, MS, LICSW; Annette Smick, MD; Jodi Magee, RN; Alan Rodgers, LGSW

8:00am - 4:30pm, Mon-Fri 1-800-422-0161 www.zumbromhc.org

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

VicTiM serVices

- a service of DFO Community Corrections.

Sexual Assault Program ~ Victim/Witness Assistance Program Advocacy, information & assistance for victim/survivors of sexual assualt & other felony crimes. Community & professional education & consultation.

Located in the Fillmore County Court House - Preston, MN Mon-fri 765-2805 or call 24 hr crisis line Toll-free 1-877-289-0636 All services are free & confidenital

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115 West Jessie Street • Rushford, MN 55971 (507)864-2153 44 Main Avenue N Harmony, MN 55939 (507)886-2322

137 West Main Street Spring Grove, MN 55974 (507)498-5509

615 West Esch Drive Caledonia, MN 55921 (507)725-3328

306 Main Suite 103 LaCrescent, MN 55947 (507)895-8784

This space is available for your business!

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Classifieds

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

FARM

AUTO

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

400 gallon Surge bulk tank. 563-7458690 f3,10- o

DONATE YOUR CAR, truck or boat to Heritage for the Blind. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 888-472-9219 (MFPA)

LANESBORO: Retail space in ideal location on Parkway Ave. 2000 plus sq. ft. Available spring 2012. 651-492-9620. r10,17,24- o

Nice Chevy pickup- 1977 $3,700.

Dependable 2000 Ford Windstar 132,000 mi. $1,500. Phone 507-498-3675. a9/20tfn- x

Lanesboro- Available Nov. 1 to April 1, three apartments with all utilities included and cable TV, WI FI, fully furnished. Contact Brewster’s Red Hotel. 507-467-2999. r3,10- o

Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Do you need storage while in the process of moving? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfnx

DOERR Farm Service. Bobcat rentals with attachments. Pick up & delivery. Call 507-259-6740. f15tfn- eow- o CUSTOM CATTLE Raising Unit AvailableCapacity up to 200 calves from 200# to 600#. Prefer Holsteins steers or heifers. We can dehorn, implant, band, vaccinate or any program you want implemented. Very reasonable rates. References available. Call Chet 507-724-2389, Caledonia f10,17,24- x

GARAGE SALES

For Sale: 01 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4x4.

Loaded. 122,000 miles. Nice. Going south, don’t need it. $6500. 507-467-2173. a22tfnx 2002 Heritage Softtail Harley Davidson.

33,133 miles. Burgundy in color. 507-4210859. a21tfn- x

Lanesboro United Methodist Church, Fri. Oct. 14 4-7 pm, Sat. Oct. 15 9am-noon. Sweaters, dishes, bedding, towels, jewelry, books, and furniture. g10- o

CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/Trucks Wanted.

Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Call For Instant Offer: 1-800-871-9134 (MFPA)

RUMMAGE SALE at Walter Bradley’s at 604 Calhoun Ave. S. Lanesboro, MN. Ab lounger and exercise equipment, camouflage hunting tent, household and misc. Fri. 14th 5-7 pm, Sat. 15, 8am-12 noon. g10- x

JOHNNY THE JUNKMAN. Paying cash for all cars and trucks running or not! Fast and free pickup. Call now, instant offer. 877-5133515 MCAN

October 15th 8am-3pm, Multi Family Dishes, clothes, etc. 27028 Cty 5, Fillmore, Diane Grabau. g10- o

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DONATE YOUR CAR! Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Most highly rated breast cancer charity in America! Tax deductible/ Fast, Free Pick-up! 1-888-375-3595 (MFPA)

FOR RENT

Nice Large 2 bdrm apartment east of Harmony. Wash/dry hookups - $325 + dep. + lease. 507-459-2012. r9tfn- o

LAKEWOOD SENIOR Housing, 420 Bench St. Chatfield. Easy living...no yard work, no shoveling! For those who are 62 and older, handicapped/ disabled. 1-bedroom apts. Heat paid.

On-site laundry. Rent based on income.

Off-street parking. Call Eric Gjellstad at (507) 867-4791. r26tfn- o

KENILWORTH APARTMENTS of Lanesboro has 1 bedroom apts. for seniors 62+ or handicapped/disabled.

Rent based on income. Onsite laundry, large communtiy room and patio for tenant use. Call 507-467-2222 EHO r4tfn- o

Nice 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o Beautiful B&B for lease in scenic Lanesboro. 3 bedroom, 3 bath. Call 507951-3672. e29tfn- o

FOR RENT: Lanesboro 2 bedroom furnished house, newly remodeled, centrally located, hardwood floors, wraparound porch. $400 a month plus utilities, no smokers, no pets, references, call 507-251-2994 r3tfn- o

Large lot in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 7652131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfn- o

PRESTON – Clean 2 bedroom main floor apt, laundry, NP, NS. $350/month.

Tim 259-9110. 11tfn- o

ApArtment for rent in mAbel

2 Bedroom, all appliances, air conditioning, washer/ dryer, patio, and garage 563-419-8960 Scenic View TownhomeS • Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms • Attached garages included • Beautiful area • Starting at $505 Income restrictions apply.

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Professional service Guide

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servicemaster of Chatfield

Specializing in Roofing

Professional Cleaning ~

• Remodel • New Home Construction • Siding • Replacement Windows • Concrete Sidewalks • Flat Pours Licensed & Insured #20450126

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

The clean you expect Jeff Hebl, owner The service you deserve 507-467-4798 • Lanesboro, MN

CONSTRUCTION Bakke Cement & masonry Logix insuLated concrete forms with more foam for insulation value

• Block Basements • Additions • Footings • Floors • Driveways • Patios • Walks

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PETERSON, MN 55962 • 507-875-2496 We Carry

• Dryers • Grain Bins for Drying & Storage -Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors (And More!)

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Pest COntROl licensed Professional exterminator Commercial/Residential Charlotte Treat Free Estimates • Call 507-251-0589 • charlotte.treat@yahoo.com

ProPane service installation delivery

1-800-464-6121

SERVING SOUTHERN MN SINCE 1954

SaTELLITE SERVICES Craig Stortz #PL07718

Power Limited Licensed

Stortz Satellite

Nick Stortz #PL07719

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

Cable - Phone - internet - Wiring Canton, MN

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

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norse valley construction

• Decorative concrete Doug Johnson • (507) 450-9007 • Lanesboro • Post Frame & Cody Johnson • (507) 421-5913 • Chatfield Farm BuilDing rePair

• Rodents • Ants • Cockroaches • Asian Beetles • Other Pests

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Appliances • Hardware • Small Engines • Furnace • Air Conditioning Commercial & Residential Repair

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(507) 268-4367 Cell (507) 273-0829

Lic. #008744pJ

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507-765-2151 Rushford-Peterson Schools 800-599-0481 the following positions available

The Call it in! have beginning in November 2011. Middle School Girls Basketball Coach and Middle School Boys Basketball Coach. If interested send letter of interest, resume and comCall it in! pleted application to Luke Lutterman, MS (507 area code) 800-599-0481 Principal and Activities Director, RushfordPeterson Schools, PO Box 627, Rushford, MN 55971 (507-875-2238, ext 106 or lukelutterman@r-pschools.com for more information) Application for employment it in! is available atFAX the District office or can be found at 507-765-2468 www.r-pschools.com by clicking on employment under the district tab.

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Email RoxanneJohnson@remax.net OPEN HOUSE • SAT OCT 15TH 10 Am -11:30 Am 535 1st aVe se haRMony 4 bdrm, 2 ½ bath home. LL familyrm, brick fireplace, masterbedrm, walkin closets. 24 x 26 det garage. Deck & screen porch. $127,500 Reduced $124,900 Seller wants your offer!

217 sPRinG st ne, PReston new listinG: Wonderful location, this nice starter home is move in condition. 3 bedrooms, newer 2 car heated garage, on quiet street near trail and parks. Preston $68,900 suPeR staRteR 2 story home, many updates, good sized living space, open & bright. Det Garage. Harmony Reduced $69,900.

PaRk like yaRd: Many updates, 4 bdrm , 2 bath, 2 fireplaces. Att 2 car garage. Updated siding, shingles, and windows. Ideal location, $132,500

lanesboRo: Large deck, great yard! Immaculate 3 bdrm 2 story with many updates. Garage $139,900 easy to keeP: 2 bdrm, ranch home on corner lot. Open kitchendining with breakfast bar. 2 car att garage. A must see at $122,500

Just listed: Totally redone from top to bottom, this 3 bdrm, 2 story is just about new. Foundation in 2005, insulation, wiring, sheetrock, kitchen, baths, etc. Nice lot. $85,000 Harmony

Brenda Sheldon,

ABR, GRI 715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com 23383 Co Rd 14, Preston, Mn. $269,900 Approx 8.5 acres near Forestville State Park. 3 bdrm 2 bath home, totally remodeled & renovated down to stud walls. All new interior, cement board siding, new shingles & gutters, windows, furnace & c/a. 60x40 barn & 40x90 lean to & misc. outbuildings. Great front porch & lower level walk out wi/patio area. On black top road.

Panoramic views of countryside.

Each office is independently owned & operated

ReduCed: 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch, LL familyroom, and office. Att garage.

Only: $84,900

MoVe in Ready: 3 bdrm 2 bath, 2 story home, original wood work, pillars.

New windows, kitchen, bath. Lg 2 car garage with shop. Mabel. Reduced $86,500

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affoRdable: 2 story, 3 bedroom, 2 bath nicely updated, new windows, nice sized rooms. det garage. $59,900

don’t Miss this! 3 bdrm, 2 bath ranch, eat-in kitchen, very nice layout, oak hdwdfloors. LL familyrm, office.

Patio. Att heated 2 car $109,900

926 John & MaRy lane, Chatfield $199,900 - Fabulous 5 bdrm, 2 bath split level home on quiet culde-sac in newer subdivision. Large open floor plan - informal dining room w/patio doors to deck overlooks park like back yard. Finished LL w/family room, built-in entertainment center w/gas fireplace, separate laundry area, loads of storage.

lanesboRo - great location close to state bike trail and great views of the scenic bluffs. Small studio cottage is ideal for weekend getaway. Room to expand. $39,750 lanesboRo - very well kept home on quiet street in scenic Lanesboro. 3 bedrooms, formal living room, dining room, family room and eat-in kitchen.

2 enclosed porches, w/o lower level, & 2 car garage. Updates include new roof, vinyl siding, hot water heater & reinsulated. Reduced $79,900 lanesboRo - Charm and character describe this home with original Douglas fir floors.

Main floor has high ceilings and archways for character. Lower level is partially sheetrocked. Newer 2 car garage and great location to state trails & park. $114,900 Mabel - Cabin on 16 acres-gorgeous 16 acre wooded site with new cabin, well and septic. Knotty pine interior, steel siding, covered porch, in-floor heat, kitchen, bath, laundry and loft area. Ideal for weekend getaway, rec land and great hunting. $159,900 PReston - This house is currently used as rental, but would make a great starter home. Knotty pine walls and ceilings, enclosed porch, main floor laundry, & 2 car garage. $52,500 PReston - This large rambler sits on quiet street & had great views of deck. Home has been updated. Large open kitchen and dining room, living room, large master bedroom, and main floor laundry. Large lower level family room with w/out to covered patio. New siding, windows flooring and heated garage. $139,900 PReston - townhoMe - Gorgeous views of countryside and golf course.

9’ ceilings, beautiful custom cabinets, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor laundry and 2 car heated garage. Lower level family room is finished in tongue and groove pine and w/o to patio. $149,900 RoChesteR -townhoMe - Hard to find townhome in Salem Point. Enjoy the water view from the 4-season porch or private patio. Large living room w/fireplace, separate formal dining room, master bedroom w/full bath and w/ in closet. Open kitchen w/center island. 2nd level has 2 additional bdrms, full bath & family room.now $345,000

Canton – 21 aCRes hobby faRM - ReduCed: Neatly kept 3 bedroom home, det garage, shop. Lg Shed, barns, and fenced pasture. $185,000

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LET ME PUT MY EXPERIENCE TO WORK FOR YOU! 307 11th aVe. ne, stewaRtVille, $117,900 new listinG - Great home, excellent location, awesome price! 3 bdrm ranch style home.

Lower level ready for finishing touches. Nice eat in kitchen and newer stove. Neutral carpet in living room and m. bdrm. 2 car detached garage, cement drive and some updated landscaping in the front yard. The living room has a large picture window making it bright and cheery.

141 Penny lane leRoy selleR MotiVated - huGe PRiCe ReduCtion - bRinG us an offeR $112,000 3 bdrm 2 bath, split.

Newer subdivision. Updated & remodeled, greenhouse/garden shed, garage & heated workshop area. Great place to call home with the large deck overlooking the back yard. Newer hoist w/10,000 lb. lift in garage.

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5 aCRe hobby faRM: Large 4 bedroom 2 story, 2 baths & main floor laundry. 28x28 garage new 2010, perm siding, shingles. Det. heated shop w/220, 60x45 pole shed, 3 acres tillable.

Greenleafton area $129,900 new listinG: Large 2 story home 4 bdrm, 2 bath, home. Original features, built ins, hardwood floors, large pantry, home office.

Garage, steel shed, Harmony $129,900

Just listed: 40 acres wooded with open area super hunting, camping , good access. Drake Rd, Lanesboro $120,000 lanesboRo: Buildable lot 1/3 of an acre, awesome view on edge of town city utilities $31,000 Cabin on 1.86 aCRes: Scenic setting with a great view! Quality built ReduCed: 3 bdrm Split level home cabin with the ‘up north woods’ feel. with 2 car garage on good sized lot.

Sleeps 6-8. Interior nicely finished, Canton $50,000 Bring an offer! insulated, and full electrical service.

Near Forestville State Park. affoRdable, efficient & move in ready, this is one of the nicest little properties you will find! Good sized lot.

Harmony $35,900

dRiVe a little, Get a lot! Large 2 story home, 4 bdrms, updated kitchen & baths. Familyroom, fireplace, deck, garage, gardens. Mabel. $109,900

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Just listed: Grand 2 story home 4 bedroom 2 baths, hardwood floors, large garage $56,800 Cresco.

easy liVin’: 2 bedroom ranch, nice layout, oak hardwood floors, many updates. Covered patio, and X lg 1 car garage. $72,500

(507) 346-2060 Cell: 507-951-2071 Toll-Free: 888-835-8141

ReduCed: Affordable, 1 ½ story home on corner lot, 3 bedrm, det garage. $450,00 Seller says bring all offers! Preston ReduCed: Bank owned 3 bdrm 2 story on quiet street, 1 car garage Mabel $39,900 inCRedible Views: Church Hill Condos in Lanesboro offers easy access to trails, river, theatre and shopping. Completed or Unfinished units, offering you the opportunity design & finish to your specifications. $150,000 and under Call for details.

new listinG: Rare opportunity to purchase a newer home of this size, at this price! 5 bdrm 4 bath, 1000 sq ft garage.

Quick possession offered $250,000

double lot: Appealing 1 ½ story home, well kept, main floor bedroom, bath, and laundry, 2 bdrms & bath up. 2 car garage. Harmony. $79,900

Todd Hadoff

Chatfield - Unlimited potential on this victorian house. 9’ ceilings, 2 stairways to 2nd level, formal living room, dining room and open kitchen with center island. Large corner lot with mature trees. $119,900 Chatfield - 3+ bedroom rambler w/2 baths, newer windows, gas fireplace, 2 car garage, vinyl siding. Located close to parks and downtown. All appliances will stay. $129,900 $119,900 Chatfield - townhouse - Great price on this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse. Formal dining room, living room, open kitchen with center island. Family room in lower level with w/o to patio and fenced yard.

Deck is covered and ideal for relaxing. 2+ garage is insulated and sheetrocked. now $139,900 Chatfield - Spectacular w/out ranch loaded with extras. Open floor plan offers 3 bedrooms on main floor, main floor laundry, hickory wood floors, 2 gas fireplaces, granite countertops, maple cabinets and trim. Master bedroom with private bath w/ceramic walk-in shower and whirlpool tub, race track ceiling and w/in closet. Lower level family room walks out to patio with built in grill, rec room & 4th bedroom & bath. Reduced $249,900 Chatfield - gorgeous new ranch home on large quiet lot and is on dead end street. Main floor has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths (Jack & Jill), Master bedroom with 2 walk-in closets, w/in ceramic tile shower. Open floor plan has kitchen with Hickory cabinets, dining room and living room. Lower level is set up for in floor heat, family room, rec room, bath and 4th bedroom. Heated 4+ car garage (1444 sq. ft.), deck, covered porch and storage shed. $289,900 $282,900 fountain - Ideal home to remodel and earn some equity.

New vinyl siding, roof, windows, furnace and electrical. Wood floors, living room, dining room, main floor laundry, 3 bedrooms and large lot. Schools can be Chatfield, Lanesboro or Fillmore Central. Great price at $49,900 fountain - Gorgeous 3+bedroom, 3 bath home that has been completely remodeled & updated. Formal living and dining room, family room, rec room, main floor laundry & 3 car heated garage (960 sq.ft.). 2 gas fireplaces, wood floors, newer furnace & roof, steel siding, covered deck, all on 4 city lots. Choice of 4 schools. $144,900 $139,900

MotiVated selleR - lanesboRo: 4 bdrm 2 bath split, 2 car garage, fireplace, ceramic tile, deck with wooded view. Reduced $135,000 neweR RanCh hoMe: Absolutely gorgeous by every measure! 3 bdrm, 3 bath Ranch, 2 car garage. Great location $235,000

tuRn key hoMe: Spacious 2 bdrm ranch, many updates, garden, att garage, & country views. Att garage. Harmony.

Reduced $85,500

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Just listed 3 bdrm Brick home on corner lot. Oak wood floors, open staircase, wonderful enclosed & open porches. Garden & garage Only $79,900 Preston

bluff toP Views: Modern living with the arts & crafts feel, this charming 2 bdrm home is move in ready. Lanesboro. $96,900

705 University Ave, SV $124,900 - 4 bdrm, 2 bath split on 3 city lots on edge of town. As close to the country as you can get! 2 car att. garage, single car garage used as storage shed, many perennial flowers & garden area.

Deck overlooks the park like back yard. The home has been totally updated & remodeled.

Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com

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whalan - Remodeled rambler conveniently located next to state bike trail. 3 bedrooms on main floor, new flooring, hickory cabinets, new siding, large deck & new windows and roof. Ideal for weekend getaway or permanent home. now $99,900 faRM/aCReaGes Chatfield - Gorgeous 40+/-wooded parcel west of town approx. 2 1/2 miles.Abundance of wildlife, springs and scenery. $159,900 Chatfield - 27 aCRes Gorgeous setting on dead-end road. 27 acres of woods, CRP, and beautiful scenery. Abundance of deer, turkey, pheasant and other wildlife. Main floor has living room with fireplace and new laminate flooring, dining room, kitchen and laundry/ mudroom. Lower level was recently finished with 2 d/o that are used as bedrooms, full bath and family room with kitchenette/bar. $204,900 Chatfield - 6.5 aCRes Completely remodeled country home with all the charm and character. Additional house and 1.1 acres available. Schools - St.Charles or Chatfield.

Kitchen w/maple cabinets, tile flooring, large center island & updated appliances. Fir wood floors, 9’ ceilings, mud room, formal living room & dining room w/pocket doors, family room & main floor bath w/claw tub. 2nd level: 4 bedrooms, bath & walk-up attic. Lower level finished w/ stucco walls, has family room, rec room & bar area. New furnace with wood/lp combo. Central vac, new windows, updated wiring & plumbing. Many outbuildings for animals & 5 car garage. $325,000 Chatfield - Great location for this 5 bedroom, 4 bath 2-story home on 1.7 acre lot backing up to woods. Main floor has open floor plan w/kitchen, kitchen dining, living room w/ fireplace, 4-season porch, formal dining room & laundry. Lower level is finished with family room w/fireplace and w/o to patio, 2 additional bedrooms, kitchenette/wet bar, & 3/4 bath. 3-car insulated garage, 2 patios, private fenced yard, & 20x26 carriage house w/TV, phone & ethernet. $369,900 Chatfield - Spectacular home on cul-de-sac, 4.37 acres, w/privacy. 6 bdrms, 5 baths (2 Jack & Jill), lg open kitchen & dining rm w/maple/cherry cabinets & maple flooring.

Mn flr master w/lg w/in closet & master bath w/Jacuzzi & make up area. Living rm: 26’ vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace & stone wall surround to ceiling, built-in entertainment center. 2nd level - 4 bdrms, 2 baths & loft area. Lower level - large open family room w/ wood burner, sunken bar, rec room, bath, & bedroom. 3 car heated garage, large private deck, outside bar w/built -in grill & TV, fire pit & patio. 2 furnaces, 2 c/a units & 2 hot water heaters. This home has it all. $519,900

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faRM/aCReaGes lanesboRo/whalan - 8 acre hobby farm perfect for some horses or cattle. House could have 5 bedrooms if needed. Main floor master, main floor laundry, screended in porch, living room and family room w/wood burner. New roof, new well and furnace.

50x112 shed that includes 50x64 heated shop with water and high ceilings. Out door wood burner heats house and shop. Additional sheds for hay and animals. $199,900 lanesboRo - 2.5 acres Location! Location! Location!

Beautiful rambler on 2.5 acres close to state bike trail & Root River. Gorgeous views, wildlife & only 2 1/2 miles from town. Main floor offers open kitchen & dining area w/knotty pine ceilings, maple cabinets, granite counter tops, wood floors & 9’ceilings. Formal living room w/fireplace, formal dining, main floor laundry/ mud room. Master bedroom has full bath w/ whirpool tub. Lower level has in-floor heat, family room with w/o, 2 additional large bedrooms, and bath. Large covered deck to relax and enjoy the views, 2+attached garage, stamped sidewalks & patio, & central vac. $324,900 lanesboRo - 14 acre paradise just north of Lanesboro. 1 mile from Eagle Bluff, close to Root River & State Trail. Ideal for horses or cattle. Large open kitchen & formal dining room, newer living room with fireplace and knotty pine. Main floor laundry, 4-season porch, large deck with hot tub, sauna, putting green and more. Barn w/ shop above and heated shop/garage below.

20 aCRes - PReston/haRMony Ideal hobby farm w/tons of charm and character. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 9’ ceilings, original woodwork, wood floors, formal living rooms, dining room, family room, sun room and large main floor laundry/mud room. Walk-up attic is completely redone with 3/4 bath and bedroom. Kitchen has been completly remodeled, new furnace. 3-car attached garage, remodeled shed is now a heated work-out room. (80x36) shed, plus (90x45) shed.

This home has everything. $249,900 PReston - 15 acres - gorgeous setting for the 15 aces w/great hunting. House has been updated & remodeled. Vinyl siding, wrap around deck, new c/a & wood-burner/ l/p combo for heat. Garage has 10’ door & is hooked-up for in-floor heat. Shop is heated & has air plus 1/2 bath. You’ll love the privacy & the setting. $209,900 $199,900 sPRinG Valley - Masonic Park - Wooded 7 acre parcel with cabin and next to park. Everything you want with scenery, privacy, wildlife and close to creek and park. cabin has electricty, screened in porch, loft and new steel roof. $92,900 whalan - 4 acres - Charming acreage north of Whalan, close to State Trail. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, newer windows, wood floors, main floor laundry, a covered porch. Outbuildings for machinery and animals. $149,900

CoMMeRCial - Business not closing, just for sale. wykoff - Gold st. Restaurant - Established restaurant, turn key operation. Building completely renovated, equipment is newer and all inventory stays. Restaurant menu offers pizza, steak and fish specials, and lots foR sale - Chatfield - Fingerson & Donahoe more. Ideal for catering & deliveries. Additional dining area in - 1st Subdivison - Lots Starting At - $29,900 lower level. $285,000

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410 N. Main, Harmony, MN • (Across from Kwik Trip) VeRy seCluded spot Lots of privacy. Twelve year old large modular home on 25 acres. Beautiful country setting. Hunter’s dream area. 40’ x

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ReCently loweRed $10K Well kept older home on large lot in nice neighborhood, newer kitchen, stained glass window, open staircase, main floor living, newer roof, priced to move. 225 3rd Ave. SE, Harmony. $49,900. Always call Randy Barnes for appointment, 507-251-3271.

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September 27, 2011 County Board Meeting The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston.

All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press.

The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: RESOLUTION 2011- 054: Final payment of $8353.65 to Minnowa Construction, Inc. for SP 23-598008, Carimona Township The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda.

• the following Consent Agenda: • September 13, 2011 minutes.

• Tobacco licenses for various vendors.

• Temporary liquor license for Preston Servicemen’s Club event at Community Center in Lanesboro.

• agreement with MN Office of Enterprise Technology for internet access rate change.

• access permit for Fillmore Free Methodist Church, CSAH #8, Section 3, Fillmore Township.

• access permit for Robert and Deborah Hofner, County Road 1, Section 29, Bloomfield Township, • letter of authorization of aviation business for William Mensink at Fillmore County Airport.

• accept low bid of $522,419.15 from Dunn Blacktop Company for bituminous on SAP 23-625-012 and SAP 23-625-013, CSAH# 25, north of Peterson.

• accept low bid of $609,111.09 from Dunn Blacktop Company for bituminous on SAP 23-627-18, CSAH #27.

• appointment of Jason Marquardt as replacement Veteran Services Officer.

• Personnel Policy amendment to Employment of Relatives.

• amendment to Pre-employment Medical Examination section of Personnel Policy.

The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Al Larson & Sons Plumbing & Heating, services $1,644.39 Continental Research Corp., supplies $599.92 Fillmore County Treasurer, gas $4,143.88 H & J Construction, Inc., services

$664.46 Infoprint Solutions, LLC, services

$744.96 Karpan Law, LLC, Chris, services

$1,568.26 Manion, Attorney, Thomas M., services $815.00 Mid America Business Systems, services $2,683.89 Morem Electric, Inc., services $1,260.08 Sanofi Pasteur, Inc., supplies $1,089.36 Schindler Elevator Corp., services $1,985.00 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $17,199.20 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (54 bills - not listed) $6,133.31 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $23,332.51 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Dunn Blacktop Co., Inc., cold mix $3,707.24 Fastenal Company, supplies $550.63 G & K Services, supplies $566.64 Hammell Equipment, Inc., equipment purchase $5,850.00 LaCrosse Truck Center, Inc., parts $5,145.26 Minnowa Construction, Inc., services $70,338.13 Preston Auto Parts, parts $586.37 Sorum & Sons/Orbal, rock $9,043.63 Titan Machinery, parts $572.84 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $96,360.74 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (19 bills - not listed) $3,184.83 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $99,545.57 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Karen Brown, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566.

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OF HEARING FOR A VARIANCE PERMIT FILLMORE COUNTY ZONING REGULATIONS TRUMAN DAHL Notice is hereby given that the Fillmore County Board of Adjustment has been presented an application from Truman Dahl of 27419 State Hwy 43, Rushford, MN 55971 to construct a garage attached to his home, on his property located in the in the NW ¼ of the SW ¼ of Section 3 Norway Township. He is requesting a twelve (12) foot Variance from Section 604.05(2)(a) of the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance to construct the garage sixty-one (61) feet from the centerline of the road. The land is located in an Agricultural District and is approximately 4 miles southwest of the City of Rushford.

Notice is further given that said petitioner Truman Dahl will be heard at a monthly meeting of the Fillmore County Board of Adjustment on October 20, 2011, at 7:02 p.m. in Room 601L of the Fillmore County Courthouse at 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, MN, 55965 at which time all interested persons will be heard.

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The Fillmore County Board of Adjustment will conduct a Public Hearing on the evening of October 20, 2011, in Room 601L in the Fillmore County Courthouse at 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN starting at 7:00 p.m. to consider a Variance for Truman Dahl in Norway Township.

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The Fillmore County Board of Adjustment will conduct its next tour on Monday, October 17, 2011. They will leave the highway shop at 9:00 a.m. and visit a site in Norway Township where Truman Dahl has applied for a Variance to construct an attached garage to his home within the setback of the road.

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CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Giles Brothers Reptiles 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 42041 230th St. Peterson, MN 55962 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address.

Greg Gile, 42041 230th St., Peterson, mN 55962 Bert Gile, 355 W. Sarnia, WInona, MN 55987 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statues. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

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COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-11-753 In Re: Estate of David Glen Harvey Decedent.

NOTICE OF ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on November 1, 2011, at 1:00 p.m. a

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hearing will be held in this Court at 100 Fillmore Street, Courthouse, Preston, Minnesota, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Zachary A. Harvey whose address is 15278 Highway 63, Spring Valley, MN 55975 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with full power to adminster the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and do all necessary acts for the Estate.

Notice is also given that ALL CREDITORS having claims against the said estate are required to present the same to said personal representatives or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: 9/30/11 /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar

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ADOPTION FILLMORE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners adopted numerous amendments to the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance on September 6, 2011.

The amendments pertain to Variance procedures. The ordinance and updates may be viewed in their entirety on the Fillmore County web-page at www.co.fillmore. mn.us.

Dated: October 10, 2011 Chris Graves Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 10,17,24 Notice of Annual Meeting for The Lanesboro Historical Preservation Association The Annual Meeting of The Lanesboro Historical Preservation Association will be held at the Museum in Lanesboro on October 17, 2011, at 1:00 P.M. All members 18 years old and over with a current membership are eligible to vote at this meeting. The election of two directors for a three-year term will be held.

Lester Dunn LHPA Director Publish 26,3,10

THANK YOU I wish to thank all of you who have made calls, sent cards, visits, foods, rides to LaCrosse, and lawn mowing. Thanks to Pastor Mary for her visits and prayers. My new hip is improving.

Arlyn Vigeland t10- x Thank you to everyone who gave us their support, prayers and many cards following Bob’s heart surgery. The wonderful staff at Good Shepherd Home, our friends and church family, our children, Ardis’ sister who traveled from her home to stay with her, to Pastor Ron for his encouragement and prayers. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Thanks to everyone.

Bob and Ardis Willcox t10- o I would like to thank all my friends and family who supported me through the trial in September. I would also like to express my deepest gratitude to the Fillmore County District Attorney for completely underestimating my intelligence.

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We would like to thank our family for the party they held for our 50th Anniversary, for the cards, e-mails, gifts, and well wishes sent to us, and to our friends from Chic’s.

Thank you all for making this such a memorable occasion.

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2011 Chevy Impala LT’sSeats P Power oct. 19

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Alloy Wheels P Power Seats P Keyless Entry P Alloy Wheels P Factory 100K P Keyless Entry $14,390 P Factory Warranty 100K

oct. 11

oct. 26

nov. 2

P Warranty $14,390 Or Get A 2011 LS For $13,990 NO DEALERS - GENERAL PUBLIC ONLY

Some Dealers Are Charging Up To $4000 More!

Are Charging Charging Up To$4000 $4,000 Some Dealers To * *Some * * *Dealers * * * Don’t Pay TooUp Much * * * More! *More! **** Don’tPay PayToo TooMuch Much**** ** ** ******* ** ** ** ***** ** ** *****Don’t 2005 Ford Escape XLT 4X4

2010 VW Jetta’s

2003 F250 4x4

Be sure to include Child’s First and Last Name, Age, Town and Title of Art Work.

Preston equiPment Jct. 52 & 16, Preston, MN Ph: 507-765-3803

NO DEALERS - GENERAL ONLY Lowest Price In Over PUBLIC 200 Miles!

2003 F250 4x4

136 St. anthony St., Preston, MN

“A Spring Day”

by Brianna Magnuson age 7, Canton, MN

www.prestonequip.com

Or GetPrice A 2011 LS Fora200 $13,990 Get 2011Miles!

Lowest InOr Over LS for $13,990

2005 Ford Escape XLT 4X4

cominG in • 7430 MFWD • 7230R • 6430 Prem

combines • ‘08 JD 9670 StS • ‘03 JD 9750 StS

2010 VW Jetta’s

• ‘02 9650 StS Save $1,495

$

10,990 $ Save $1,495

10,990

Save $2,500

#9391A #9391A

2002 Honda GL 1800

2002 Honda GL 1800

$ 13,990

13,990

• ‘00 9550

Save $3,000

$ Save $2,500

#9303A #9303A

$

• ‘97 JD 9500

17,795

Save $ $3,000

17,795

2007 Dodge Calibre SXT

2006 Ford 500

2007 Dodge Calibre SXT

2006 Ford 500

• ‘96 JD 9500 • ‘87 JD 7720 tItan II • ‘81 IH 1440 Combine

26K Miles, Perfect, In The Showroom 26K Miles, Perfect, In The Showroom $ $ #9382 #9382 I I

12,490 12,490

2008 Chevy Trailblazer 4x4 2008 Chevy Trailblazer 4x4

30+MPG MPG 30+

$

8,898 8,898

combine HeADs

Payments As Month! $159 Month!

Payments As LowAsAsLow $159 #5727A #5727A

1989 Chevy 1989 Chevy11Ton Ton

9,778 9,778

$ $

#9290A

#9290A

• ‘03 930F Full Finger

2001 Chevy Impala 2001 Chevy Impala

• ‘01 925F Full Finger

Sold • ‘95 693 - Knife Rolls SOLD 51K, We Finance!

51K,$We Finance!

$

17,895

17,895

New $4,000 Box Just Put On It!

#16295

#16295

New $4,000 $ Box Just Put On It! #9416A

$7,995

7,995

#9416A

• JD 643- Low tin

Moonroof, What A Price!

$Moonroof, What A Price! #16435B

4,998 $

4,998

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Save Over $1,600 Locally 2011 Chevy Impala LT’s Save Over $1,600 Locally

Full

Sunday

Weather art

Sun & Moon

Date: SunriSe & SunSet 10/10/11 7:16am 6:34pm 10/11/11 7:17am 6:32pm 10/12/11 7:18am 6:31pm 10/13/11 7:19am 6:29pm 10/14/11 7:21am 6:27pm 10/15/11 7:22am 6:26pm 10/16/11 7:23am 6:24pm

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#16435B

Shop & Save On The “Sunny Side” of Highway 61!

61 WINONA 454 5170 888 412 367361!

Shop & Save OnHWY The “Sunny507 Side” oforHighway

HWY 61 WINONA 507 454 5170 or 888 412 3673 SUGARLOAFFORD.COM

• JD 612C Corn Head • Drago 8 Row Chopper

Call on used finanCing speCials

HAy equipmenT • JD 3955 Chopper 5 1/2 Hay Head • JD 936 MoCo Impl • JD 735 MoCo • JD 730 MoCo • JD 535 MoCo • 2) 568 Round Baler • 3) JD 567 Round Baler

useD TRAcToRs • ‘09 JD 8330 MFWD • ‘09 JD 7830 2W Sold SOLD • ‘09 7330 Prem, 741 Loader • ‘09 JD 6330 MFWD, 673 Loader • ‘08 JD 5425 MFWD Open St. 541 Loader

sKiD sTeeRs • ‘10 JD 326D Loader • ‘08 JD 317 43 hrs.

• ‘07 JD 320 w/ Cab & Heat • ‘04 JD 320

2.9% FOR 5 yeaRS OR 1.9% FOR 3 yeaRS On aLL uSeD Hay & COMBIne equIPMent

Great Prices on the Best Quality Furniture in Southeast Minnesota!

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Just 28 miles south of Rochester on Highway 52 ©2011 Drury’s

time offer may not be combined with any special offer, coupon, or rebate.

These offers do not apply to purchases made prior to 10/7/11. Some exclusion may apply. See store or call 800-561-2000 for more details.

Fountain, MN 507-268-4363 Store Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am-8 pm; Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 9 am-5 pm; Sunday Noon-4 pm.

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