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Bierman is Fillmore County’s ‘Piano Man’ By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Jonathan Bierman, the owner of Bierman’s Piano Service, grew up outside of Lanesboro and recently moved to Preston. He and his three siblings were homeschooled by their parents. Jonathan also played sports with Chatfield Public School and baseball and golf with Lanesboro Public School. He graduated from high school in 2015. “I had been trying to decide what to do (after high school), and since I had been involved in music for quite a while, I thought that piano tuning was a good fit,” Jonathan commented. He has a natural ear for music and can hear when the pitch is off or on, making him a natural at tuning. It only seemed right that Jonathan should go into the field of music as his career choice. He, his brother, two sisters, and mom all play various instruments and had a family band before the three kids grew up and started moving away. The family band played at church
functions, with a nursing home ministry and more. Their music was mostly gospel with some bluegrass thrown in, and the family even recorded several cds. Jonathan’s brother and one of his sisters are currently studying at Pensacola Christian College in Florida. Jonathan plays the banjo, guitar, and is currently learning how to play the piano. Jonathan’s first step for becoming a piano tuner was taking a correspondence course through the Randy Potter School of Piano Technology to learn more. A friend put him in touch with a piano tuner from Iowa who had been working in the business for 40 years, and Jonathan was able to apprentice with him for several days to learn the ropes, or strings, as it may be. “And that’s how I got started,” he recounted. Jonathan isn’t worried that he won’t find enough clients to keep his business going. “I know other tuners who say they’re always swamped,” he See BIERMAN Page 7
Jonathon Bierman will get your piano back in tune or repair it and get you back to enjoying piano music as it should sound. Photo submitted
Farewell to Gil B’s in Lanesboro County saves on health By Barb Jeffers barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Gil B’s, a staple for many in the Lanesboro, Minn., area, will soon be closing its doors as longtime owner Kim Berekvam is ready for a change and will be leasing the building. Berekvam purchased the building in April of 1997 from Alice Iverson and Marilyn “Mort” Lund when it was the Trail In Cafe. Berekvam was familiar with the business, as she
had worked there as a teenager. When Iverson and Lund were ready to sell, they asked Berekvam if she was interested. Berekvam was ready to leave the job she had been working but was “terrified” at the thought of owning and running a business, she says. Lund and Iverson assured her that it would be alright and said they would help get her started, so at the age of 26, with two small children at home, Berekvam took the leap.
“There were some tough years,” says Berekvam, but, “somehow I made it,” and has owned the building for nearly 20 years now, running a restaurant herself most of those 20 years. Berekvam changed the name from the Trail In Cafe to Rhino’s and then it was leased for two years to Jill (Desner) Harstad, and was called Jillian’s during that time. Berekvam remodSee GIL B’S Page 2
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County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman identified savings, especially in health insurance, for the 2017 budget at the board’s November 22 meeting. The 2017 preliminary budget and levy was approved on September 27 showing an 8% increase, or $875,313. The board had directed Vickerman at that time to reduce
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that increase to about 6% if possible. The latest budget numbers for 2017 show an increase of just under 6%. Most of the savings were achieved by adding an additional health insurance plan option for employees. The county will now offer single, employee plus children, or family plans. A $50 surcharge was added for See COUNTY BOARD Page 10
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eled in the spring of 2013, added sub sandwiches to the menu and changed from full-service to counter-style service. When she re-opened after remodeling, Berekvam changed the name to Gil B’s. The name Gil B’s came about as a tribute to the past. The original owner of the building was Gilbert B. Ellestad, who owned a jewelry store in the building for over 30 years. Berekvam used the name and shortened it to Gil B’s. Berekvam says Lanesboro and the surrounding area have been “very supportive� of her business, saying that Gil B’s has been able to stay open year-round “because of the local support� that she has been able to count on. “We get a lot of kids in after school and before game nights� states Berekvam, and there are many customers that come through the door on a regular basis. Berekvam looks back on the past 20 years saying she “has had great employees� through it all.
Some of her former employees have had children that have then come and worked at Gil B’s, which is very special. “I have been very fortunate,� states Berekvam, saying, “I have had really good kids working here,� and of the hundreds of kids she has hired through the Lanesboro school, she is still in contact with many of them. Berekvam also notes that longtime friends have always come through for her as well, saying, “I have friends that started working here with me 20 years ago and they are still here - if I need somebody in a pinch, they have been really good about coming in� and helping out. “You definitely have to have that circle around you of support people,� notes Berekvam, adding, “I have been lucky to have that circle, relatives and friends, even former employees,� that have stepped in when needed. Her family has been “super supportive,� according to Berekvam. Her daughter Emily, 16, began working at the restaurant at age 13 and covers the dining room while her son Alex, 13,
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worked in the kitchen over the summer, specializing in making pizzas. Berekvam’s niece, Kassie, who now resides in Winona, also starting work at the restaurant when she was 13. Berekvam’s mom, Marie, has her own routine, as she comes in every morning to help her daughter get the restaurant ready for the day, which Berekvam appreciates immensely. And last but certainly not least, is Berekvam’s husband, Rory, who “has been great,� she says, as he remodeled the inside of the business and has helped fill shifts when needed. “It has definitely been a family business over the years,� comments Berekvam, which has brought about many great memories with those who mean the most to her. As for Berekvam’s future plans she says “I want to spend a lot more time with my family� and plans on taking some short trips or weekend trips, which have been difficult for her to do for many years as it was so hard for her to get away. She also looks forward to doing some fishing. Her daughter will be a senior at Lanesboro High School next year and Berekvam wants to be more involved with the school helping with events such as prom that she did not have the extra time to get involved with before. Berekvam will also spend quality time with her daughter as she plans on taking her to visit different colleges for consideration. Berekvam also has a long list of things she would like to get done at home as well. The Berekvam’s are in the midst of a kitchen remodel in their home, so that is a priority, as well as other projects that went by the wayside due to her hectic work schedule. Eventually Berekvam plans on starting another venture which will still be in customer service but will not involve serving food. The Berekvam family owns the old depot in Whalan, Minn., and she plans to open “a little store of
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Kim Berekvam, owner of Gil B’s in Lanesboro, Minn., is looking back on the last 20 years as she gets ready to close the business and lease the building. Photo by Barb Jeffers sorts� in that building. She has no timeline for when that will take place, as she has many other things she wants to do and get done before taking on her next project. “That will be down the road,� says Berekvam, as she is not going to pressure herself to begin working toward her next goal. Berekvam states, “I will miss the customers the most,� as she has gotten to know so many of them as friends “and the employees and the laughing� will be another thing she will miss. The building will be leased for three years by Chelsey Clausen from Preston, Minn., who is very excited to begin her new venture. In three years, Berekvam will assess the situation and decide what happens next, as she is not ready to sell the building at this time. Berekvam will stay around and help Clausen with the transition, which has really already begun with Clausen putting in hours at Gil B’s to learn the ropes. A Customer Appreciation/ Open House will be held at Gil B’s on December 3, 2016 from 1-3 p.m., not only for Berekvam to say thank you to her valued customers, but also for the customers to meet the new owner. Clausen is a baker and free samples of her cheesecake and cupcakes will be available at the
Open House, as well as complimentary hot chocolate and coffee. Gift certificates, which many like to give as holiday gifts, will be available at the Customer Appreciation event for Clausen’s new business. The menu at the restaurant will primarily stay the same with a couple exceptions, but rest assured, you will still be able to order your favorite burger or pizza. And the bonus is there will be fresh baked goods. The business will remain open seven days a week under new ownership. Gil B’s will be closing December 17, 2016 and will be reopening under Clausen the first week of January 2017, with a new name for the business to make it her own. “She’s got some really good ideas,� says Berekvam, who is confident Clausen will do well with her new business. Berekvam would like to remind her customers to use their gift certificates and ice cream tokens before December 17. Thank you, Kim, for your many years of hard work, great food, interesting conversation and terrific attitude! Enjoy your time off and we look forward to frequenting your new business in Whalan whenever you choose to open!
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C ommentary One Moment, Please... The investment of college By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com This may not seem like the right time of year to talk about college, but I think the relevance of this topic is timeless. Is college a good investment? No, not right now, as it stands. College is Jason Sethre too expensive if you consider the return on that investment. When students graduate with a four-year degree, they often end up paying on student loans for an average of 10 years. Their investment in college often hinders their ability to purchase a home, because their student loans are often equivalent to the cost of a monthly house payment. While there is a crowd of Bernie Sanders supporters who believes that college should be free, they have no concept of how we are going to pay for it. We don’t need free college. We need affordable college. And, I believe the reason college is so expensive relates to two things: 1) Professors (especially tenured) are paid way too much; and 2) Colleges spend far more on the beautification of their facilities than they should on a reoccurring basis. There’s a reason online institutions such as Phoenix University have taken a piece of the market share pie from traditional brick-and-mortar establishments. While brick-and-mortar colleges may have greater credEditorial Cartoon
ibility, online universities are gaining steam. They offer versatility, lower tuition (relatively speaking), and a reputation for helping students succeed to graduation. Brick-and-mortar institutions have professors who pride themselves in weeding out the weakest links rather than helping them succeed. There’s quite a contrast between online and traditional institutions. But, what is most disappointing to me is how colleges seem to only care about extracting as much money as possible from students without any long-term plans for career placement. Aside from becoming a more well-rounded individual, the sole purpose of attending and completing college is to land a job that a) pays well enough to justify the college investment, and b) fits within the realm of your collegiate aspirations. Over the course of the past 23 years of my career in the newspaper industry, I have interviewed many people -- possibly more than 1,000 applicants. There is only one time over that duration in which I witnessed something that I should expect of all collegiate institutions. We were hiring for a fulltime graphic designer position at one of the newspapers in which I was publisher. We published an ad in our newspaper, and the response was phenomenal. Yes, we had many applicants submit a cover letter and a resume, but there was one candidate in particular who provoked an interview. The first day our employment
advertisement appeared in the daily newspaper, we received a phone call, an e-mail, and a fax from a college in Fort Wayne, Ind., on behalf of one graphic designer candidate. The next day, we received their portfolio in the mail. Naturally, our Human Resources Director and Advertising Director wanted to interview this aggressive candidate. When she arrived in our office for the interview, she was a little quiet but very talented. She brought additional creative presentations for our interviewing team to review. I asked her about her college experience, which she described as pretty common with other recent graduates. There was only one significant difference. I complimented her on her aggressive application efforts with our company. Never before had I seen an e-mail, a fax, and a phone call from the college of a recent graduate. And, then to follow it up with a copy of the student’s portfolio. That’s impressive! It was as if the college was endorsing her for the job -- kind of like a referral! She said that was “standard” at her college in Fort Wayne, Ind. This was unheard of over the course of my career, but this was standard at her institution. Let me tell you, that particular effort by the college landed that applicant a job at our company. When a student spends so much money at a college or university, why isn’t there a greater investment in the career development or placement of that student? That’s because the majority of colleges care more about making money than helping students succeed beyond their campus.
Rushford is a friendly place to visit By Ann Bauer My name is Ann Bauer and my husband is Tony Bauer. We are from C a le don i a , Minn. Once a month we take a morning trip for breakfast to Ann Bauer Rushford. My husband works for Caledonia Lumber and in 2007 during the floods, they worked on many homes. One Saturday morning, my husband asked me if I wanted to go to breakfast in Rushford. I never turn down an invite where I don’t have to cook!! Tony said there is a “cute little eating place” there that he had stopped at on his many trips to Rushford. It was also the place where they make the famous LEFSA. My maiden name was Augedahl, and or course it’s a Norwegian name, and I won’t pass up lefsa either! UFFDA! So, away we went. When we arrived at the little diner, there was a table of retired Rushford residents which my husband knew very well and that, of course, led to quite the conversation of why we were in Rushford. My husband told them that he thought that his wife would enjoy this little place and the people are all so friendly!!! Needless to say, my husband was so right!!! This little cafe was so welcoming to us!! The people that were there all spoke with us and asked us how things were in Caledonia. We were there about one hour and had a great time!! When we left, I had gotten my lefsa. But, our trip wasn’t finished - my husband had taken me to
Government this week • Monday, November 28, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Monday, November 28, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Monday, November 28, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Thursday, December 1, Fountain City Council, City Hall, 7:30 p.m. • Monday, December 5, City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Monday, December 5, Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. Schedule subject to change.
an adorable flower shoppe, and what woman doesn’t’ like flowers!!! When we arrived, we were greeted by the owner, Cindy Thesing, wondering what she could help us with. My husband said, “Well, my wife loves flowers and all the craft stuff!“ As far as I could see, I hit the jackpot with this trip! First out for breakfast, then flowers! As we walked around, we chatted with Cindy and we felt so comfortable, like we had always known Cindy! Just like we felt when we went to the cafe! We left and told Cindy we would definitely be back! I think my husband thought he may owe me, because a month before he bought a Ranger sideby-side at the M&M dealer in Rushford! We were both so impressed with the beautiful town and the people that live there! Everyone was so friendly and made us feel so welcomed! We have continued our journey to Rushford once a month and have enjoyed every trip! Rushford is truly a beautiful small town with wonderful friendly people! The sign outside of town says, “Welcome to Rushford” and that is a true statement! I just wanted the people of Rushford to know what a great little community they have rebuilt and continue to be strong, friendly, welcoming people! Thank you Rushford and to the people that live there!
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C ommentary Devil’s advocate… An introduction Sociopathology of free market capitalism By Aaron Bishop Hello, Fillmore County Journal readers. My name is Aaron Bishop. For some months, I have wanted to begin discussions on matters facing our com- Aaron Bishop munities, our state, our nation, and our world. It was suggested to me that I do this by writing in the newspaper. So here I am. Before delving into topics, I would like to introduce myself. I graduated high school in Harmony from Fillmore Central. I acquired a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Geology, and I am now living in Harmony, Minn. My goals for writing here include getting to know our community more, giving you a chance to get to know me, and to provide insight from the perspective of a millennial. I will bring up issues affecting all of us and welcome your suggestions, guidance, and informative feedback. The title of my articles will precede with “Devil’s Advocate” to portray multiple perspectives with the intention of challenging one’s perceptions. I will do my best to be accurate and honest when presenting fact-based material and will also attempt to be impartial and unbiased when deriving conclusions or making claims. Although I will do my best to accurately represent the facts, there may be times when I have misinterpreted something. I will be the first to admit error if I am shown and convinced of it. I will do my best to clarify when I am stating my opinion, and when I am presenting information and data provided by research. If anyone has questions or comments, I encourage you to post them on the FCJ website or reply in letters to the editor. When applicable, research sources can be provided upon request via citations in the comments section of the FCJ website. I hope others find the primary sources as fascinating as I do. I have an affinity to science, politics, and community. I feel no matter which discipline we find ourselves in, each area of study connects one to another. The sciences help illuminate who
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we are, how we came to be, or where we may be heading. Our community is what drives our connectivity and forms our politics. Many of my articles will likely reflect these ideas. Yet, it’s important to recognize that our perception of truth can be skewed depending on who or what we surround ourselves with. Avoid echo chambers. However, one can expect to find mistakes in research. This is what makes the scientific method effective. Mistakes, when published, can be weeded out when a replication of the original experiment comes up with different results, illustrating error somewhere. I believe a problem arises when so few research teams independently verify results from previous teams. When a research group publishes a claim, it’s widely accepted as factual (not to mention unintentional media distortion). It should be challenged by replication. To disagree with someone’s conclusion is one thing, but to effectively illustrate where mistakes were made is what makes rebuttals useful. So please, if I make a mistake on the facts, let me know (and provide the sources). It’s been an engaging election year. I have intentions of occasionally writing questions directed towards our elected officials using this as a medium. I encourage others to do the same. After all, they are our representatives. I feel it is our responsibility to hold our elected officials’ feet to the fire (figuratively) whether our preferred candidates were elected or not. This is to ensure they do not become complacent or too comfortable. When we, the voters and constituents, relax our civic duties, our leaders may become too relaxed. It’s okay to give representatives a poke occasionally, so they know we’re watching. “Politics isn’t about power; it isn’t about winning; it’s about doing good for people.” Senator Paul Wellstone said that. Regardless of what we may have thought about the late Sen. Wellstone’s voting record, perhaps we can agree politics should be about doing what’s good for people. What is good for the people? What is good? These are questions to ponder. Cheers.
are privatized. By Dr. Bryan Van Gorp level. A minority child from a bad The very concept of capitalism, • Politics of private opulence neighborhood does not have the as the word implies empowers and public squalor – we have an same opportunity as the Walton’s excess of consumer goods fill- (owners of Walmart) children. We capital. It is ing storage buildings and land- know this, yet we pretend this is a not interestfills while many citizens cannot meritocracy. It is a selfish ideology ed in social access healthcare and education. that defines what is good for me, issues, susOur democracy is no more than as good, without consideration tainability, or theater, a facade to appease us. of the Commons or those most truth. It only We all understand that the cor- vulnerable among us. has one value porations and a few wealthy elites The alternative to capitalism and that have purchased both parties and is not communism but democis increasDr. Bryan that we do not have a choice that racy. In a democracy, workers ing wealth. Van Gorp represents our real interest. The would have a say about pollutWealth is generated by extraction of natural elites need a militarized police ing the river they drink out of, a resources and extraction of labor force and a corporate controlled voice against shipping their jobs from people without capital. media to protect their interests away, and would not allow all the Natural beauty, unused resources, because so many citizens are frus- increased profits from improved individual lives, justice and sus- trated and disillusioned. worker productivity to go to those tainability are never entered on Capitalism is incompatible with the capital who own the the balance sheet nor calculated with social, economic, or envi- business. In a democracy, fullin the GDP. Capitalism requires ronmentally sustainability. The time workers would not need continuous growth to generate cast system created by “free mar- food stamps to feed their chilever increasing amounts of capi- ket capitalism” is also incom- dren. Our paying to subsidize tal. Reason, of course dictates that patible with democracy. This low wage workers so owners and infinite growth on a finite planet idea first expressed by Thomas CEOs can make more profit is a is illogical. To think of endless Paine in his pamphlet, Com- form of welfare for the rich. growth is to deny limits, deny- mon Sense, was instrumental in Let us put our minds together ing limits does not mean they starting our Revolution. We all and see what life we may make for do not exist. Economic growth know the playing field is not our children. is often proposed as the solution to inequality, this is illogical because the new income from Letter about Not the time to be Letter about Houston County nice... growth nearly all goes to those Commissioner races... To the Editor, that already have the most. To the Editor, Markets are man-made con- We’re told to accept the loss, I hope everyone was paying structs and are manipulated to “stop the shouting” and “back away close attention to the outcome of the advantage of those in power from the edge.” Poppycock!! the Houston County Commisthrough subsidies, tax breaks, This is the same advice we get sioner races. Three of the canregulatory capture, and exter- after each mass shooting - be quiet, didates, including incumbents nalization of costs like pollution it’s too emotional a moment to Judy Storlie and Steve Schuldt, and low wages. The concept of discuss it. Then it goes away until and challenger Dan Griffin, a “free market” is ridiculous and the next mass shooting and then who is Planning Commission is propaganda used to sell class the next. chairman, are all pro-frac sand warfare to us. This is a class war NO, we should not stop shout- mining. They were all defeated. waged by the capitalist class on ing that grabbing women’s geni- Clearly, a significant majorthe environment and the poor talia without their permission is a ity of people in this county do and consistently won by those crime and below the presidency! not want frac sand mining. I who make the rules. If you were NO, we should not stop shout- will never understand why these to think the poor are waging the ing that making fun of people three are so pro-frac sand minclass war; then you would have with disabilities and trashing war ing. All of the arguments they to explain how those with little heroes is unacceptable! used to oppose a ban on frac power are able to make rules that NO, we should not stop shout- sand mining were just a smoke discriminate against those with ing that a woman dealing with the screen. painful experience of an abortion Many of us who have worked much power. Capitalism is built on several should not be “punished!” against frac sand mining feel it is NO, we should not stop shout- the Wieser family in La Crescent, key principles: • Individualism – everyone acts ing that suggesting your politi- who have a lot of political clout, in their own self-interest. There is cal opponent could be taken care that is pushing frac sand minno value to the commons, com- of by the “Second Amendment ing in our county. They have munity or sustainability. Those people!” extended family in Wisconsin with capital are not only allowed NO, indeed we should shout that is heavily into frac sand to, but encouraged to bully work- louder! Who was shouting anyway? mining there. ers and exploit nature. The fight We all know who the loud mouths The next person who is going against a living wage, the bank were, why give them a pass? We to be voted out of office in two crisis of 2008, for profit educa- didn’t shout loud enough!! years, unless he changes his ways, tion, for profit prisons, and pol- NO, we should not step back is the county attorney, Sam Jandt. lution are a few blatant examples. from the edge. If anything we He constantly gives the county Wealth is passed off as merit and should step up to that “edge” and board incoherent legal advice on bad luck is seen as bad character. try to prevent our beautiful coun- frac sand mining that can only • Violence – imperialistic vio- try from falling over that edge into be described as property rights lence against nature, based on the abyss. extremism. class, and against other popula- I went to war for my country; I Finally the new zoning admintions to access resources. Nature took human life for this country. I istrator, Aaron Lacher, had better and the common good are sac- should have shouted louder but I start doing his job. Recently the rificed for private gain. Costs of was trying to be “nice.” County Board of Adjustment pollution or damage to societ- NO, it’s not the time to be “nice” approve a huge feedlot near the ies most vulnerable are external- and crawl in some hole. History city of Houston because Yandt ized for growth and fetishized shows us that jack boots crush and Lacher did not make it clear consumption. Warfare is justified “nice” and fear and hate are motiva- what the BOA is required to do to control resources and expand tors to hell. when granting a variance. Kevin Kelleher markets. That warfare is paid for Ken Tschumper Houston, MN with public funds but the benefits La Crescent Township, MN
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‘Tis the season to give By Sara Snipes This time of year is met with warm fuzzy feelings of being around family and friends, having plenty to eat, and perhaps giving some of your good fortune to others. We can’t necessarily explain it, but November and Decem- Sara Snipes ber give us all just a wee-bit more patience and kindness than the other months of the year. In 2014, people gave $358.38 billion, according to Giving USA. To put this into more of a perspective, the Nonprofit Fundraising Survey (2011) found that over half of nonprofits received over a quarter of their yearly contributions between the months of October through December. Of course, monetary contributions aren’t the only way to donate. Volunteering, goods, and even certain skills you have such as being tech savvy or being environmentally knowledgeable as a tour guide are certainly always welcome. But when it comes to being scammed, people are always worried about where their money is going. It is quite a phenomenon that a particular time of year brings out the best in us whether you’d like to chalk it up to a religious/ spiritual calling or simply just “being in the spirit of the season.” The reason I bring this up is to hopefully help those who are willing and able to give more
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monetary donations than just their usual $1 at checkout in PetSmart for homeless animals (that being me) make smarter decisions with their charitable donations. We’ve all seen terrible news stories that flash across our phones and TVs saying that a scandal was breaking where someone took the donations of hard-working people for their own benefit. A quick Google search online for “how to tell if charity is legitimate” will bring you to the Federal Trade Commission’s website on how to discern your charity’s validity, including how to report a charity you think may be a fraud. The main idea this page discusses are tell-tale signs of the charity being a scam, such as refusing to give more information about themselves, won’t provide proof that your donation is tax deductible, and pressures you to make the donation. Conveniently, this page also has a “checklist” to ensure that your donations are going towards precisely what you think they are. Although this page has a wealth of knowledge, I think it is also extremely important to research those who head these charities. How much do the chair people/CEO make a year (i.e. the more money the president or whoever in charge makes, the less that is actually donated)? What percent of your contribution actually goes towards the cause (i.e. 5, 10, 20%, etc. of your purchase, donation, etc. will go towards animals in need, domestic violence victims, etc.)?
These are generally huge topics people forget about once they’ve determined their charity. While totally legal, these types of details aren’t always readily disclosed, or are in very fine print, to the donor. My personal favorites for giving would be animal-welfare, the environment, veterans, and promoting arts within the communities. Others may feel moved by child endangerment, domestic abuse, development in third world countries, etc. Sometimes you can get lucky and find a charity that does more than one passion! For example, there are programs across the country that pair homeless animals with a needy veteran for therapy and comfort. I think the most important thing is to understand that you should NOT let anyone undermine your contribution. There is so much hurt in the world, that no matter where you give it, you are making a difference. I will never understand the thought of trying to make someone feel bad for contributing to their passion whether it is time, goods, or money. One good goal to have is to try to have as large an impact as possible. Lastly, be sure to contribute to LOCAL charities as well as national/global ones. Investing in your community not only helps your current neighbors, but will ensure a stable environment for your children and grandchildren. Local schools, animal shelters, food banks, elderly care, etc. are always more than happy to receive donations of any type. Still have questions? Give the organization a call. Happy Giving!!
Letter about Using restraint when it comes to the military... To the Editor, Veterans Day is always a day of remembrance for me because I served in Vietnam as a combat infantry officer. This year I was asked to be the keynote speaker at the 242nd annual Marine Corps birthday sponsored by the Hiawatha Valley Marines at the American Legion in Winona. The birthday celebration dates back to November 10, 1775, a year before the birth of our nation. November 8 was the presidential election and I delayed preparing my remarks for the evening of the 10th until after the election. This year’s election will prove to be a pivotal year in the wars that dominate our election cycles. I am weary of perpetual war and wary of our President Elect. It is not clear that Donald Trump will use his power as Commander in Chief to guarantee our national security and bring a peaceful conclusion to the conflicts in the Middle East or widen our use of power elsewhere, as in North Korea and in the growing conflict between Japan and China. If our Commander in Chief means to “Make America Great Again” by increased use of our military to gain additional world power rather than national security, then our military’s manpower and our resources will be stretched far too thin to achieve success. We must use restraint. We cannot expose our military to even more world conflict and become more mired in war. Richard G. Wolfgramm Lanesboro, MN
Correction The Peterson council appointments were listed in error in the November 21, 2016 edition of the Fillmore County Journal. Councilor Dave Colbenson retains his position. Councilorelect Chris Grindland is replacing Councilor Dick Lee. We apologize for the error. Letter about Wonderful place to live... To the Editor, Two years ago my wife and I moved to Fillmore County. This spring we built an addition on to our home. Wow, what an undertaking! Rain, more rain, floods, and mud meant many delays. What a learning experience. We experienced just how wonderful it is to live in southeastern Minnesota; friends, neighbors, and contractors made this experience a good one. Yes, I said contractors. They not only did what they were hired to do, but went above and beyond and stood behind their work! A big thank you to TLC Excavating, Brumm’s Plumbing & Heating, Slabaugh Construction, and Bangs Electric. I have lived in many parts of the country and my experience here in southeastern Minnesota has renewed my faith and trust in people. A big thank you to all. Sincerely, Jon Duhachek Mabel, MN
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This is a very common question this time of year. The people that ask this question haven’t had snow tires before. The people who have had snow tires in the past don’t ask this question, they just put them on. All-season tires are designed to provide a comfortable, quiet ride, and last a long time. They aren’t performance tires in the summer and snow tires in the winter. Snow tires are specifically designed to grip the road when the temperature gets cold. When an all-season tire gets cold it gets hard like hard plastic and cannot grip the road. Tire manufacturers recommend winter tires are installed whenever the temperature is below 45 degrees. Some all-season tires have a M+S rating. This means that the tire is rated for use in light mud and snow. This is not a snow tire! Snow tires have a tread design that provides many more edges to bite for traction and deep channels to get rid of snow and slush. Snow tires should only be installed as a set of 4. You want all 4 wheels to work together, right? If you have all-wheel drive, you can benefit the most with snow tires. All-wheel drive does an amazing job getting you going but does nothing as soon as you hit the brakes. Snow tires stop 42% shorter than all season tires on ice and snow. If you want to be able to drive safely and actually be able to stop this winter, then there is a tire designed just for you. Cyrus Kulsrud Cy Guy’s Auto Repair
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What is an “unconfined easement” or a “blanket easement” and how can it affect your property. A blanket easement is an easement that, because of the vague nature in which it is written, covers an entire described parcel of land. I most often encounter blanket easements when dealing with electrical lines and gas lines. Years ago there was not such an emphasis precision when it came to running easements over properties and it was a difficult and costly process to create accurate legal descriptions for the location of some of these lines. Fast forward to modern times, precision GPS equipment and lawsuits over property boundaries and rights….. these old blanket easements can make it difficult to provide clear, insurable title. I have run into situations where properties were encumbered by cattle and livestock easements, firewood easements and septic easements. All of which can create title concerns. The problem is without an accurate legal description defining the location of the easement and in some cases specific purpose of the easement, title insurance providers can and will refuse to write a title insurance policy. Where this really becomes an issue is if you are trying to buy or sell a property and a loan is needed. Most if not all lenders require title insurance. If the title is not insurable they will not provide a loan which pretty much limits the sale to a cash deal. In summary beware of any and all easements affecting your property and take steps to properly address prior to attempting to buy or sell.
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dren: Jesse, Kayla, and Amelia; many nieces and nephews and by several brothers and sistersin-law. Andrew “Andy” N. Grinde Andrew “Andy” N. Grinde, 79, He was preceded in death by his parents. of Rushford, There will be a memorial serMinn., died vice for Andy at 5:30 p.m. on on Monday, Monday, November 28, 2016, November at Hoff Funeral and Cremation 21, 2016, at Service in Rushford. Visitation the Good will be from 4 p.m. until the Shepherd time of the Service on Monday Lutheran at the funeral home. Military Home in Andy Grinde Honors by American Legion Rushford. Andy was born on November Post 94 of Rushford will follow 24, 1936, in La Crosse, Wis., to the service outside of the funerOdin A. and Bertha E. (Ander- al home. Burial will be in the son) Grinde. He was raised Rushford Lutheran Cemetery at in the Rushford and Peterson a later date. areas. He was a 1954 graduRonald D. Brummond ate of Peterson High School. Andy served in the U.S. Army The funeral service for Ronduring the Korean Conflict. ald D. Brummond, 63, of rural Andy was united in marriage S t e w a r t with Annette (Marie) Berg on ville, Minn., held August 13, 1960. He farmed was for many years and worked for at 11 a.m. G.S. Woxland Plumbing and on Tuesday, Heating from 1982 until 2010. N o v e m b e r He was a member and past 22, 2016 at commander of the American St. John’s Lutheran Legion Post 94 in Rushford. FOR Ronald D. Andy enjoyed reading, THE televi- Church in Brummond sion, fixing things and raising Stewartville, with Rev. Lyle Fritsch officihis four children. He is survived by his wife, ating. Lunch was served after Marie; four children: Connie the service and burial followed Grinde Morejon of Caledonia, at St. Paul’s Lutheran CemMinn.; Cathleen Grindestpaulicefishingshow.com of etery in Chatfield, Minn. Mr. La Crescent, Minn.; Andrew Brummond died on Thursday, November Grinde Jr. of Happy, SNEAK PEEKTex.; and SNEAK PEEK17, 2016 at his home, FRI: 1pm-7pm 11am-1pm |Grinde SAT: 10am-7pm 8am-10am | SUN: 9am-3pm following a lengthy illness with William “Bill” (Melissa) of La Crescent; three grandchil- kidney cancer.
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Fillmore County Church Directory Christ Lutheran Church..........………………..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…..........……….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church........... Sat. - 5 :30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…...................................Sundays - 8 : 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148
Wykoff United Methodist Church.…….......………Sundays - 8 :30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 202-2275
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Ronald Brummond was born on January 15, 1953 in New Hampton, Iowa, to Erwin and Lila (Thies) Brummond. He moved with his family in 1957 to rural Chatfield, where he grew up, attended Chatfield schools and graduated from Chatfield High School in 1971. He attended and graduated from Winona VocationalTechnical School in 1974, with an associate’s degree in civil engineering. Ron was employed for two years as an engineer in Minneapolis with the Hennepin County Highway Department. He missed country life and changed careers, moving to Elma, Iowa, where he was employed as a farmhand with his uncle. Ron was married in August 1982 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa, to Tina Slifka. Following their marriage, the couple lived in rural Lonsdale, Minn., where Ron managed a large scale hog operation for eight years before purchasing the current Brummond farmstead in rural Stewartville, where they raised their three sons. Ron and Tina later divorced. Ron was married on September 12, 1998 at the Chatfield Lutheran Church to Debra F. Horstmann. Following their marriage, the couple made their home on the Brummond family farm. Ron was a longtime passionate farmer and Deb was employed for a number of years at Root River State Bank in Chatfield in the insurance department, and later with AgStar as a sales insurance specialist. Ron was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stewartville, serving on various committees. He was an avid snowmobiler with his sons as they grew up on the farm and also enjoyed deer hunting and golf. Ron and Deb enjoyed traveling throughout the U.S. to 49 of the 50 states, as well as the Caribbean, Europe, South America, and a Mediterranean cruise. He always enjoyed time spent visiting with neighbors and friends and loved time spent with his family. Ron is survived by his wife, Debra; three sons, Adam Brummond (Sarah Lahalih) of Los Angeles, Calif.; Jeffery (Laura) Brummond of Chatfield, and Mitchel (Brianna) Brummond of rural Stewartville; his mother, Lila Brummond of Chatfield; two stepchildren, Casey(Heather) Borgen of Rapid City, S. Dak., and Lindsay (Chad) Eide of Chatfield; four stepgrandchildren, three sisters: Beryl (Jim) Stevens and Carolyn (Duane) Bicknese, both of Chatfield, and Vicki (Mike) Campion of Eyota, Minn.; and many nieces and nephews. He was proceeded in death by his father, Erwin. A time of visitation took place on Monday, November 21, 2016 from 4-8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stewartville and one hour prior to the service at the church on Tuesday morning. Arrangements were with Griffin-Gray Funeral Home in Stewartville.
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Winners of Mabel United Methodist raffle named The Mabel United Methodist Church held its annual raffle drawing on Wednesday, November 9 in conjunction with the church bazaar. The winners are as follows: Katie Wilder of Canton won $100 cash donated by Peggy Williams, Cindy Zafft, Roxanne Shefelbine, and Deb Tingesdal; Ozzie Landsom of Mabel won $75 cash donated by an anonymous sponsor; Kyle Thompson of Mabel won $50 cash donated by Mike and Brenda Wilder; Jerry Baker of Decorah won $50 Visa Gift Card donated by First Southeast Bank of Harmony and Canton; Jackie Brumm of Mabel won $50 cash donated by Night-n-gals Circle; Charles Ardinger of Hesper won $50 gift certificate to Steuart Labs donated by Steuart Labs; Danny Williams of Mabel won $50 gift certificate to Kingsley Mercantile, Harmony, donated by Kingsley Mercantile; Sharon Tweten Henry of Decorah won two tickets to Commonweal Theatre, Lanesboro, donated by Commonweal Theatre; Phil Yocum of Mabel won gift certificate for four ribeye steaks at Harmony Foods donated by Harmony Foods; Heath Wenthold of Mabel won $30 gift certificate to Mabel Flowers & Gifts, Mabel, donated by Mabel Flowers & Gifts; JoAnn Storlie of Onalaska won $30 gift certificate to Oak Meadow Meats, Harmony, donated by Oak Meadow Meats; Yvonne Goodno of Hesper won four movie tokens and four popcorn tokens at Spring Grove Cinema, donated by Spring Grove Cinema; Taiden Olson of Grand Meadow won a gift basket at Kwik Trip, Harmony, donated by Kwik Trip; Emma Illg of Harmony won a gift basket at Kwik Trip, Harmony, donated by Kwik Trip; Heidi Albrecht of Spring Grove won $30 gift certificate to Estelle’s Eatery, Harmony, donated by Estelle’s Eatery; Paul Sagdalen of Chatfield won $25 cash donated by Harlan and Jean Eiken; Evie Morey of Spring Grove won $25 cash donated by Harlan and Jean Eiken; Judy Vickerman of Mabel won $25 gift certificate to S&A Petroleum/Mabel BP donated by Mabel BP; Judy Emery of Mabel won $25 gift certificate to BBG’s donated by BBG’s; Diane Houdek of Mabel won $25 gift certificate to Red’s Hometown Market, Spring Grove, donated by Red’s Hometown Market; Logan Henry of Canton won $25 gift certificate to Village Farm & Home donated by Village Farm &Home; Jeanette Paul of Mabel won $25 Visa Gift Card donated by Merchant’s Bank, Spring Grove; Steuart Labs of Mabel won a $25 gift certificate to Turquoise Tomato, Mabel, donated by Turquoise Tomato; Richard Benson of Mabel won a $25 gift certificate to Doc’s Blue Moose, Spring Grove donated by Doc’s Blue Moose; LeAnn Jevne of Mabel won a $25 gift certificate to Fareway, Decorah, donated by Fareway; Mike Swenson of Mabel won a $25 gift certificate
to Hwy 44 Bar & Grill, Mabel, donated by Hwy 44 Bar & Grill; Lacey Tingesdal of Stewartville won a $25 gift certificate to Goodtimes, Caledonia, donated by Goodtimes; Mike Holland of Mabel won a $25 gift certificate to Pine Cone Place, Caledonia, donated by Pine Cone Place; Nancy Forsythe of Houston won a $20 gift certificate to Larson Hardware, Mabel, donated by Larson Hardware; Wings of Dorchester won a $20 gift certificate to Norsland Lefse, Rushford, donated by Norsland; Marcia Nelson of Mabel won a $20 gift certificate to Branding Iron, Preston, donated by the Branding Iron; Dennise Stortz of Mabel won a $20 gift certificate to Wing’s, Dorchester, donated by Wing’s; LeAnn Jevne of Mabel won a $20 gift certificate to Harmony House, Harmony, donated by the Harmony House; Pat Thompson of Spring Grove won a $20 gift certificate to Sarah’s Diner, Canton, donated by Sarah’s Diner; Dacia Inglett of Mabel won a $20 gift certificate to Gator’s Bar & Grill, Eitzen, donated by Gator’s Bar & Grill; Devin Nerstad of Spring Grove won two 12” pizzas at Mabe’s, Decorah, donated by Mabe’s; Mike Holland of Mabel won a Scheie Church 25th Anniversary Cookbook donated by Debbie’s Corner; Linnett Williams of Mabel won a large pizza at Pizza Ranch, Decorah, donated by Pizza Ranch; Steve Eiken of Prosper won a large pizza at Pizza Ranch, Decorah, donated by Pizza Ranch; Audrey Inglett of Mabel won a large pizza at Happy Joe’s, Decorah, donated by Happy Joe’s; LeAnn Jevne of Mabel won a buffet at Pizza Ranch, Decorah, donated by Pizza Ranch; Joan Garness of Mabel won a six-pack cooler, stuffed bear, ice scraper, and pizza cutter donated by Bank of the West; Rebecca Rumsey of Harmony won a $10 gift certificate to Evangeline’s, Mabel, donated by Evangeline’s; Alexis Simpson of Caledonia won a $10 gift certificate to Krazy Kwiltz, Mabel, donated by Krazy Kwiltz; Don Tollefsrud of Canton won a $10 gift certificate to Farmhouse, Caledonia, donated by the Farmhouse; Don Tollefsrud of Canton won a $10 gift certificate to Elsie’s, Caledonia, donated by Elsie’s; Georgie Ardinger of Hesper won a $10 gift certificate to Elsie’s, Caledonia, donated by Elsie’s; Donna Johnson of Mabel won a $10 gift certificate to Elsie’s, Caledonia, donated by Elsie’s; Mike Holland of Mabel won a $10 gift certificate to Village Square, Harmony donated by Village Square; Valerie Shefelbine of Caledonia won a $10 gift certificate to Village Square, Harmony, donated by Village Square. There were 1,800 tickets sold. The Mabel United Methodist Church wishes to thank all who supported the raffle by purchasing tickets or donating prizes.
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struction within the city limits. A variance request from MnDot Continued from Page 1 rules was approved as requested by Gregg for the Old Barn Bridge employees who chose to keep project in Carrolton Township. their spouse on their plan if that Minnesota rules require a mini- RUSHFORD, MN, Novem- • $200, Empty Bowls of Harspouse had another employment mum of 30 mph design speed. ber 3, 2016 - Tri-County Electric mony, to assist with costs of the option for health insurance. With Gregg explained due to the loca- Cooperative’s Operation Round event that gives its proceeds to these two changes the savings in tion and challenging terrain a 20 Up Trust Board met recently and Fillmore County food shelves. the 2017 budget for health insurmph design speed is the most elected to donate $4,600 to the • $200, Wykoff Area Historical ance totaled $158,503. Society, to assist with landscaping following worthy organizations: economical structure. Other budget savings identi Local Option Sales Tax signs • $1,050, Immanuel Lutheran at the Wykoff Jailhouse Inn. fied by Vickerman were achieved will be placed near the projects School, Lewiston, to help pur- Operation Round Up is funded through restructuring. Terry that have been made possible due chase Chromebooks for students. by donations made by members Schultz will spend 60% of his to the tax. The signs will let • $750, Area Veterans Memo- of Tri-County Electric Cooperatime in his supervisory role in taxpayers know what has been rial Parks, to assist with the con- tive who voluntarily have their Maintenance and the rest of his accomplished by the additional struction of parks in Rushford, electric bill rounded up to the time in his role at Solid Waste. Spring Grove and Wykoff. Each next dollar. About 1,600 memfunding. Jessica Erickson will work halfbers currently participate with the • Approval was given to request park received $250. time as the Director of Nursproposals to have one provider for • $600, Local Heating Assis- average of $6 a year per member. ing. Other savings were achieved all of the county’s copy machines. tance Programs, to help families It truly shows that small change through retirements of long time • Approval was given to use up in need with winter heating bills. can make a difference. To learn employees. to $5,000 for CornerHouse inter- • $500, Houston County more about Operation Round There is one significant increase view room technology to be paid Care and Share, to help provide Up or to round up your electric expected, an estimated $70,000, for with Child Protection Grant Christmas gifts for less fortunate bill, visit www.tec.coop. due to a new Solid Waste con TEC is a member-owned elecfamilies in Houston County. funds. tract. Vickerman noted that if • The 2017 Purchase of Ser- • $400, Pickwick Fire and Res- tric distribution cooperative servthe costs go up this much, there vice Agreement with Workforce cue, to help purchase and replace ing three counties in Minnesota will be upward adjustments to including: Winona, Houston and Development, Inc. for Minnesota a fire station door. charges. Fillmore and parts of Olmsted and • $300, ABLE, La Crescent, to Family Investment Program and There will not be a board meetthe Diversionary Work Program help purchase CPR training man- Mower counties in Minnesota and ing on December 6. The next Howard, Winneshiek and Allamawas approved. Neva Beier, Social nequins. meeting will be on December 13 Services Manager, said the alloca- • $300, Bundles of Love, to kee counties in Iowa. It provides at 3 p.m. The Truth in Taxation tion will be the same as last year help purchase basic supplies for electricity to more than 15,000 sermeeting will be held that evening. diaper bags given to families in vices in the area. TEC will merge ($117,786). The final levy and budget will be with Hawkeye REC to become The board finalized the 2017- need. set at the December 20 meeting 2018 Adult Mental Health Grant • $300, LeRoy Community MiEnergy Cooperative in 2017. of the board. contract with Minnesota Depart- Pool, to help purchase a spa TEC is a Touchstone Energy CoopManaged IT erative. ment of Human Services. Beier cover. Services/Marco, Inc. said nothing will really change in Marco sales manager Shelly the services we provide. The total Caldwell gave a presentation on allocation is $103,572. the history and vision of Marco. • Rochester attorney William The company was formed in 1973 Ryan was appointed as the Examiner of Titles (Torrens) for FillCut Your own Christmas tree more County. County Recorder Open: nOv. 25-27 • Dec. 3-4 • Dec. 10-11 • Dec. 17-18 David Kiehne explained Ryan’s ROCHESTER, MN – SELCO programs, personnel and techniWeekdaYS bY aPPOiNtMeNt 888.384.7185 expertise will be needed on an (Southeastern Libraries Cooperat- cal innovations to achieve comoPen everY Date Balsam Fir One mile on County 25 South, just off 9 a.m. - 5 P.m. average of about eight documents ing) is announcing the recipients mon goals and meet the needs of Blue spruce HWY 16, near Peterson, MN. scotch Pine of Legacy Community Collabo- individual communities. For more per year. Limited Number of County Attorney Brett Corson ration grants. Libraries receiv- information, go to www.selco.info white Pine & norway Pine About Library was appointed the legal advisor to ing grants are the Cannon Falls Legacy Funding Public Library, Houston Public the Registrar of Titles. www.BeCkerChristmas.Com • Jessica Erickson was rehired Library, Rochester Public Library This project is made possible with money from Minnesota’s Arts and as Director of Nursing. She will and Rushford Public Library. Boston terrier & Cultural Heritage Fund (ACHF) Applications are selected based work at 0.5 FTE effective immeMiniature Pinscher Mix on the quality of the partner- and the people of Minnesota for diately. Dog • Female • Medium Grainne is 5-years-old, 30 pounds and has the sweetest • Bobbie Vickerman oversees ships, innovation and the benefits Library Legacy activities. The personality. She gets along great with other dogs but would be fine as the only dog. She bonds quickly with people and Human Services and Information to local libraries. These collabora- ACHF was created in 2008 from loves to cuddle up on your lap. She is house-trained and Systems. In addition, she pro- tions are unique opportunities the Clean Water, Land and Legacy knows what outside is for, no accidents in the house. She does great in her kennel during the workday and loves to vides support and advice for the to bring organizations together, amendment to the Minnesota State snuggle in bed at night. Grainne is easygoing and likes to take walks and play with other dogs. When you pet her and financial area of Community Ser- build community and expand the Constitution. Minnesota’s 365 pubtalk to her, she wraps her paw around your wrist to be even vices and to the interim Auditor/ wide array of projects and services lic libraries receive funding distribcloser to you. Don’t miss the chance to meet this precious girl! Her adoption fee is $300. uted through existing formulas to Treasurer. With these additional local libraries provide. For more information on adopting Grainne, visit responsibilities, Vickerman was For information about SEL- the 12 Minnesota Regional Library our website: www.smalldogsminnesota.org Small Dog Rescue of Minnesota given an annual increase of about CO’s Community Collabora- Systems to provide programs and Olmsted County Fairgrounds 2x2, 2x4 & 2x8 ads 1570 to Fairgrounds run ONE TIME, the week Ave SE, Rochester, MN services in four areas: arts (visual, $1,800. beginning The board asked 11/27/2016 her to tion program, please contact the South log the time she gives to each SELCO representatives listed performing and media), culture, of her responsibilities. Vickerman below. Additional information literary and Minnesota history. About Community said she will do what the board on individual projects will be in Collaboration grants press releases. For speasks of her and is willing to take upcoming FOR Community Collaboration is one details, contact the on the additional responsibili- cific project THE I ICE FISHING FANATIC of SELCO’s Library Legacy initiaties. She said she was not asking awardees directly. tives. The SELCO Legacy Review About SELCO for additional compensation and appreciated the confidence of the SELCO, Southeastern Libraries Committee awards funds to local libraries and community partners aU regional library board. Kristina Kohn, Human Cooperating, ST. ST S T. isPA PAUL A LR RIVERCENTRE IV V ERCENTRE in Rochester, Minn. Its for arts and cultural projects, proServices Officer, explained that system based stpaulicefishingshow.com the proposal for the increase in members include academic, public, grams and events. SELCO acts as school and 10am-7pm special libraries. The the fiscal agent for all Community put together 2x2, 2x4 & 2x8 ads to run ONE compensation TIME, thewasweek beginning FRI: 1pm-7pm 11am-1pm | SAT:11/27/2016 8am-10am | SUN: 9am-3pm South by her and not by the coordina- member libraries share resources, Collaboration programs. tor. A review of Vickerman’s roles and responsibilities will be conducted in a year. FOR • Approval was given to hire THE I ICE FISHING FANATIC Rebecca Berg as replacement Account Tech/Case Aide effective January 3, 2017. Approval was given to hire ST. ST S T. PA PAUL AUL R RIVERCENTRE IV VERCENTRE Nicholas Meldahl as Transfer Stastpaulicefishingshow.com tion Attendant effective December 2. FRI: 1pm-7pm 11am-1pm | SAT: 10am-7pm 8am-10am | SUN: 9am-3pm
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and has grown over the years into the technology services company that it is today. The company will supply IT support/maintenance and assist with planning and security. Set up for the county will cost $750 plus $60 per user. The monthly program fees for the county are projected to be $8,275. The Technology Committee recommended bringing Marco people in. The recommendation was to try Marco for one year. Approval was given for a threeyear contract agreement contingent on the county attorney’s approval. The agreement provides a 30-day out clause. The board will consider continuing with the agreement after about one year. Other business in brief • A resolution was approved to keep the county’s Municipal State Aid Account whole through December 31, 2017. County Engineer Ron Gregg said this is to reserve dollars for the big project coming up in the city of Ostrander. Reconstruction of CSAH 1 and CSAH 3 within the corporate limits of Ostrander will include the replacement of municipal utilities under Main St. and Center St. Funding has been obtained through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development program and Minnesota Public Facility’s Authority for the work. The county has built up three years of municipal State Aid allotment for the road con-
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Over $4.6 million in historical and cultural heritage grants awarded statewide Local church to receive restoration funds The Minnesota Historical Society announces the newest recipients of 54 historical and cultural heritage large grants ($10,001 and up) in 29 counties, totaling $4,629,725 for FY2017. The grants, awarded once each fiscal year, are made possible by the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund of the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. Grant applications were recommended by the Historic Resources Advisory Committee, a volunteer panel made up of citizens from around the state, as specified by legislation. The MNHS Executive Council approved the recommendations at their October 27 meeting. “What we do today preserves Minnesota history for future Minnesotans,” said Carolyn VeeserEgbide, grants manager for the Minnesota Historical Society. “The awards from this latest grant round have an assortment of history and preservation projects that will take place around the great state of Minnesota. It is exciting to see Minnesotans enthusiastic about preserving our history.” Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grant Large Grant Recipients in Fillmore County: City of Lanesboro, $179,400. Bethlehem Lutheran Church Hall Rehabilitation: To hire qualified professionals to repair the Bethlehem Lutheran Church Hall, listed in the National Register of Historic Places and used as the Sons of Norway Heimbygda Lodge. The Minnesota Historical Society received a legislative appropriation of $11.525 million for
the 2016-2017 biennium for the Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grants: $5,525,000 for FY 2016 and $6,000,000 for FY 2017. Grants are available for history and historic preservation projects in two tiers. Small grants of $10,000 or less are awarded quarterly. The next two small grants deadlines are Jan. 13, 2017 and April 14, 2017. Applications for large grants are awarded once in each fiscal year of the biennium. Pending Legislature funding approval, the next deadline for the large round is a mandatory pre-application due on July 21, 2017. All grants are administered through a competitive process using professional standards and criteria. For more information on the Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grants program, including application deadlines, visit legacy.mnhs.org/grants. Applications are accepted only through the MNHS grants portal. About the Minnesota Historical Society The Minnesota Historical Society is a nonprofit educational and cultural institution established in 1849. MNHS collects, preserves and tells the story of Minnesota’s past through museum exhibits, libraries and collections, historic sites, educational programs and book publishing. Using the power of history to transform lives, MNHS preserves our past, shares our state’s stories and connects people with history. Visit us at mnhs.org.
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Kingsland snow day plan tested By Rich Wicks The Kingsland School Board met November 21 in regular session, with all members present: Doug Plaehn, Deb Larson, Kristin Beck, Troy Asher, Gwen Howard and Ann Oeltjen, along with Superintendent John McDonald. The board unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including first and second readings of a number of policies, and several staff resignations and hirings, as well as the winter coaching assignments. Principal James Hecimovich gave a report of the “trial run” of the new Flexible Learning Day. This is the plan Kingsland put in place to allow education to continue on “snow days” and other such days when school is canceled. He summarized that overall, Kingsland had “mixed results” because of the widely varying participation numbers from various classrooms, which he said ranged from around 25% to 100%. But he stated, “I think it was a fairly successful dry run,” and he added that in this area, teachers usually know of predicted major snowstorms a few days ahead, so teachers will be able to plan ahead for Flexible Learning days, in most cases. Hecimovich also updated the board on the Targeted Services Memorandum of Understanding, and the board then voted to approve it. Business Manager Amber Uhlenhake gave a budgetary
update, and showed the current year-to-date revenues and expenses, stating, “There’s basically nothing outstanding to report.” The board heard a summary of the recent audit performed by the firm of Clifton Larson Allen. The representative said Kingsland received a “clean audit report,” with only two minor deficiencies. In discussing the General Fund Revenues, he pointed out that almost 83% of Kingsland’s funding comes from state sources, “So you see how dependent on the state of Minnesota you are, and how volatile those numbers are.” The board voted unanimously to accept the audit as presented. The board heard public thanks given by Superintendent McDonald. He acknowledged Cheyanne Kolling, Ashlee Falk, and Anna Krahn for helping at the vision and hearing screening and Cheyanne Kolling for helping at the re-screening. McDonald also thanked Watchdog Launch volunteers Judy Rose, Jodi Miller, Kelly Opseth, Emily Leonard, and Jackie and Jacelyn Horsman. Thanks also went to the Kingsland School Parents group for providing meals during conferences, and to Randi Kallas of the PostBulletin for honoring Laurie Applen as September’s Teacher of the Month. McDonald gave thanks to the Wykoff Lions for donating a hard copy dictionary
SEMAC awards arts grants This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund. On November 15, 2016, the Board of Directors of the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC) awarded 40 grants for a total of $279,680 in funding to applicants throughout southeastern Minnesota. This included eight Presenter/Production Assistance grants for $24,000, six Small Towns/Rural Areas grants for $15,900, and 26 Arts & Cultural Heritage grants for $239,780. SEMAC is the State Arts Board-designated granting
authority for local/regional arts producing and sponsoring organizations and disburses funds allocated for this purpose by the Minnesota State Legislature. The SEMAC region includes the counties of Dodge, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, Rice, Steele, Wabasha, and Winona. For information about the grant application process, eligibility, or grant writing assistance, contact the SEMAC office at 2778 D Commerce Dr. NW, Rochester, Minn., 55901 or call (507) 281-4848. Information may also be found on our Web site at www.semac.org. Grants were awarded to each of the following organizations in
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to each third grade student, and he thanked Book Fair volunteers Ann Priebe, Ann Brink, Trisha Montgomery, Becky Bicknese, Jackie Horsman, and Judy Rose. Finally, he thanked the veterans who participated in the Veterans Day program and Harvey Schmidt and Dawn Becker of Hormel for presenting prizes to three Veterans Day essay winners. Doug Plaehn gave an update on the Finance/Facilities/Personnel committee, and Kristin Beck gave a recap of the Policy/ PR/Curriculum committee. Superintendent McDonald then informed the board that the Alternative Learning Center is expected to start November 28, with four students, and another four will join in January, with a total of sixteen expected by the end of the school year. He also stated, “The watchdog program got off to a good start,” and he said Kingsland held a successful blood drive on October 25. Two students gave an update on recent and upcoming happenings in the FFA club. The public meeting ended around 7:30, and the board then went into closed meeting to discuss labor negotiations and the superintendent evaluation. The next regular meeting of the board will be December 19, with a Truth in Taxation meeting at 6:01 p.m., followed by the board meeting at 6:30 p.m. The initial reorganizational meeting with new board members was set for January 3 at 5:45 p.m. Fillmore County: • Chatfield Brass Band received a $3,000 Small Towns/Rural Areas grant for Chatfield “Music in the Park” Free Summer Concert Series. • Chatfield Center for the Arts received a $3,000 Small Towns/ Rural Areas grant for Administrative Support Grant. • Commonweal Theatre Company received a $10,000 Arts & Cultural Heritage grant for Commonweal Theatre’s Wealhouse Series. • Dreamery Rural Arts Initiative received a $4,600 Arts & Cultural Heritage grant for Summer Performance Series Support. • Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center received a $10,000 Arts & Cultural Heritage grant for 2017 Stringwood Chamber Music Festival.
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Houston County Historical Society to hold Christmas Open House The Houston County Historical Society will hold their annual Christmas Open House in the new museum on Saturday, December 3, from 11-4 p.m. and Sunday, December 4, from 1-4 p.m.
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dion music. A new display featuring a retrieved rail, maps and history of the Southern Minnesota Railroad is on view. Also, there are five cabinets of Minnesota Vikings memorabilia on loan by area Hous-
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Lanesboro inns open doors for Christmas tour Chatfield Brass Band Christmas concert to be held Dec. 11
The Scandinavian Inn will be one of the eight featured inns during the upcoming Christmas tour in Lanesboro. Photo submitted LANESBORO, MN – Cel- acres along the Root River. Larry ebrate the holiday season with and Sheryl Johnson will be your a visit to Minnesota’s Bed and hosts. Featured artist will be Ann Breakfast Capital. A festive atmo- Madland, jewelry. Habberstad House sphere will welcome visitors to Bed and Breakfast the 2016 Lanesboro Christmas This Queen Anne Victorian Inn Tour. Eight participating inns will home will be decked out for the be decorated for the holidays as holidays with evergreen roping Lanesboro area innkeepers wel- on its front porches and the Carcome you to visit at this special riage House. The interior will time of year. Set for December feature a Fraser fir tree complete 4 from 2-6 p.m., the tour will with tinsel. Built in 1897 by feature beautiful homes, seasonal Norwegian-immigrants Olaf and decorations and holiday treats Celia Habberstad, the home features quarter-sawn oak throughand entertainment. Tickets for the tour are available out the first level and three sets through the Lanesboro Chamber of pocket doors. Your hosts will of Commerce at Lanesboro.com be innkeepers Mark and Elaine or (507) 467-2696. Tickets are Edwards. Featured artist will be $20 in advance or $25 the day of Joan Finnegan, painting. Historic Scanlan House the tour at the Lanesboro Visitor Bed and Breakfast Center. Those staying at participating inns will receive half-price Lanesboro’s first Bed and FOR Breakfast listed on the National admission to the tour. THE A highlight of the tour this Register of Historic Places was year will be artists at each inn. built by Michael Scanlan, whose Most of the artists participate family was among the foundin the Lanesboro Area Art Trail, ers of Lanesboro. This was the to have held annually in the fall. S ST. ST T. PA PAUL Afirst ULhouse R RIVERCENTRE IV VinELanesboro RCENTRE Prior to the start of the stpaulicefishingshow.com tour, indoor plumbing and electric. a complimentary “History of Your host will be innkeeper Featured artist Lanesboro” presentation will be KirstenSNEAKMensing. SNEAK PEEK PEEK 10am-7pm | SUN: 9am-3pm will 8am-10am be Jane Grevstad, fiber arts. givenFRI: by1pm-7pm Ted St.11am-1pm Mane, an| SAT: enterIron Horse taining local historian, downtown Outfitters and Inn at the Commonweal Theatre at New in 2015, the hotel decor 11 a.m. prior to the tour. In addition, many Lanesboro will remind visitors of a differdowntown businesses and restau- ent time, when traveling was rants will be open the day of the an adventure and small towns tour for holiday shopping and thrived. Each hotel room has a view of Lanesboro’s iconic bluff enjoyment. Participating inns and expected cut by the Root River. Your host will be Pat Shanahan. Featured highlights include: artist will be Mike Meyer, artist Cedar Valley Resort Located in nearby Whalan, the and sign painter, who painted Cedar Valley Resort is located on the mural outside the business. James A. Thompson House property first purchased in 1928 Bed and Breakfast by owner Larry Johnson’s grandfather. This family-run resort This 1862 brick Italianate has nine log-sided cabins on 30 two-story home, sits on a hill-
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Visit the beautiful Habberstad House Bed and Breakfast duraing the Christmas tour in Lanesboro on December 4. Photo submitted top overlooking Lanesboro and offers breathtaking views of the river and the Lanesboro Dam. The library, front parlor and dining room were restored in 2016 and feature Bradbury and Bradbury Art wallpaper, reflecting a look back in time. Enjoy musical entertainment while touring the Thompson House during the Christmas tour. Your hosts will be innkeepers David and Marti Gray. Featured artist will be Val Tindall, fiber arts. Mrs. B’s Historic Lanesboro Inn This nine-room inn was built in 1872 and was the first Bed and Breakfast in Lanesboro, opening in 1983. Listed on the historical register, it is located in the heart of Lanesboro and is on the bike trail and the Root River. Your host will be innkeeper Trish Capua. Featured artist will be Jennifer Wood, water color. Scandinavian Inn Sample traditional Scandinavian treats at this 1892 Queen Anne Victorian, built by Norwegian immigrant Ole Habberstad. As co-owner of the Lanesboro Lumber Company, Ole ensured the home was solidly constructed, with southern yellow pine trim work and pocket doors warming its interior. Natural sumac, milkweed and rosehips decorate the downstairs Christmas greenery, with edible ornaments adorning the family Christmas tree. Weather permitting, the rooftop gazebo offers a memorable view of the Root River Valley. Your hosts will be innkeepers Peter and Vicki Torkelson. Featured artist will be Heidi Dybing, fiber arts, needlework and mosaics. Stone Mill Hotel and Suites Family-owned since 1999, the hotel has served Lanesboro guests with overnight lodging since 2001. The historic building previously served the area as an ice house, egg and poultry processing facility, and a feed mill. Visit the 13 themed guest rooms, browse the gift shop, and enjoy the entertainment and refreshments during this year’s Christmas Inn Tour. Rick and Cheryl Lamon will be your hosts. Featured artist will be Cheryl Lamon, fiber arts.
The Chatfield Brass Band invites you to join them on Sunday, December 11 at 1:30 p.m. in the newly renovated Potter Auditorium for an afternoon of festive music and entertainment. Special guests will be the popular Rhubarb Sisters and the Burdock Brothers, with Robyn Loewen as accompanist. The 40 member Brass Band, conducted by Carmen Narveson, will perform a variety of holiday music including “Holiday Emblem March”, “Rudolph’s Christmas”, “Winter Wonderland”, a jazzy version of “God Rest, Ye Merry Gentlemen”, “Prokofiev’s Troika”, and “Cornet Carillon”, featuring a cornet quartet with Jerry Barrett, Maynard Thompson, Curt Peterson and Beth Vitse. The Rhubarb Sisters will perform beautiful 4-part a cappella harmonies in “Ding Dong Merrily on High” and “I Want a Hippo-
potamus for Christmas” and will be joined by the Burdock Brothers to perform a variety of holiday music, including favorites “Born, Born in Bethlehem” and “Jingle Bells”. Vocalists in the groups are: Elizabeth Fuglestad, Peggy Hanson, Beth Hennessy, Julie Kiehne, Tim Kiehne, Dave Ruen, and Peter Torkelson. The concert finale will feature both instrumentalists and vocalists in a special version of We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Admission is free and kids will receive a special gift. A light reception will follow the concert. The concert is held in conjunction with Help Our Neighbor’s “Wreaths of Joy” fundraiser in the Legion Room of the Chatfield Center for the Arts from 9 a.m. - 4p.m. Wreaths will be displayed for a silent auction and refreshments will be served.
State Auditor releases 2015 Town Finances Report ST. PAUL, November 15, 2016 – State Auditor Rebecca Otto today released the Minnesota Town Finances Report, a comprehensive report on revenues, expenditures and debt for Minnesota’s towns. The report analyzes town financial operations for the calendar year ended December 31, 2015. In 2015, there were 1,781 towns compared to 853 cities and 87 counties. The 2015 population estimates from the State Demographer show that 909,953 individuals reside in towns, representing about 16.6% of the state population. Town populations range from 11,013 in the Town of White Bear to 5 in the Town of Hangaard. Fifty two percent of towns have a population of 300 or less. Highlights from the report include: Current and five-year trends • In 2015, Minnesota towns reported total revenues of $310.1 million. This amount represents a 1.1% increase over the total revenues reported in 2014. From 2011 to 2015, total town revenues increased 14.4. • Minnesota towns reported total expenditures of $282.9 million in 2015. This amount represents a decrease of 3.0% from the amount reported in 2014. • Debt service expenditures are the principal and interest payments on outstanding indebtedness. Towns had debt service expenditures of $12.2 million in 2015. This amount represents a decrease of 13.6% from 2014. Over the five-year period of 2011 to 2015, debt service expenditures decreased 3.1%. • Total outstanding indebtedness totaled $54.7 million in 2015. This represents a decrease of 9.1% from 2014. Outstanding bonded indebtedness totaled $33.6 million in 2015, which
represents a decrease of 18.3% from the $41.1 million outstanding in 2014. Other longterm debt totaled $20.7 million in 2015, which was an increase of 15.1% over 2014. In addition, towns reported $415,655 in short-term indebtedness in 2015, which was a decrease of 62.1% from 2014. Ten-year trends • Between 2006 and 2015, total town revenues in actual dollars increased 31.0%. In constant, or inflation-adjusted, dollars, total town revenues increased 5.3% over this tenyear period. • Since 2006, the share of total revenues derived from taxes hasincreased from 67.15% in 2006 to 73.0% in 2015, and the share of total revenues derived from intergovernmental sources has fluctuated between 14.4% (2013) and 19.1% (2015) over that period. • In constant, or inflationadjusted, dollars, total town expenditures decreased 6.9% between 2006 and 2015. In actual dollars, total expenditures grew 15.7% over the ten-year period. For the complete report, which includes an Executive Summary, graphs and tables, go to: http:// www.auditor.state.mn.us/default. aspx?page=20161115.000. The Office of the State Auditor is a constitutional office that is charged with overseeing more than $20 billion spent annually by local governments in Minnesota. The Office of the State Auditor does this by performing audits of local government financial statements, and by reviewing documents, data, reports, and complaints reported to the Office. The financial information collected from local governments is analyzed and is the basis of statutory reports issued by the Office of the State Auditor.
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Water is Life I stayed up late, painting my protest placard. Using an old yard sign from a political campaign in the distant past, I painted over both sides. Then, I carefully printed the words, “Water is Life” in periwinkle blue and added wavy lines to represent a flowing river. On the reverse side, I painted the cryptic phrase, “NoDAPL” — No Dakota Access Pipeline. I was preparing to take a stand, to stand with Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, the spunky and deeply spiritual Native American Dakota tribe in Fort Yates, N. Dak. Located on the Missouri River just above the South Dakota line, this community of people is trying to stop construction of a thousand-mile oil pipeline running from the oil fields of western North Dakota to Illinois. The pipeline would cross the Missouri River under Lake Oahe, near their reservation, threatening drinking water and their way of life. While the citizens of Bismark, the state capitol, were able to get the pipeline rerouted away from their city due to concerns about water contamination, the sovereign nation of Standing Rock is furious that their concerns were not taken into account. They were not consulted in time to halt construction that would threaten water quality for all those living downstream on the Missouri and
Mississippi Rivers. My friend Mary True Bell of Lanesboro had heard the call before, and recently completed journeys out to the water protector’s encampments, not once, but three times, where she delivered a truckload of squash and helped prepare meals. By searching the news and Facebook, I had become taken with this cause. A small community was taking a non-violent stand against international oil and banking corporations and the U.S. government, while local law enforcement reacted all out of proportion to the peaceful water protectors by deploying military water cannons, rubber bullets, attack dogs, pepper spray and continual aerial surveillance.
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and the relationship between the US government and the Standing Rock Nation. “While these discussions are ongoing, construction on or under...land bordering Lake Oahe cannot occur because the Army Corps has not made a final decision on whether to grant an easement,” the Interior Department said in a statement in mid-November. Meanwhile, Dakota Access Pipeline company insists it will proceed to complete the pipeline. This story is far from over.
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the inhumanity of the pipeline corporation and the police. President Obama’s administration is now evaluating whether to grant to the company the easement on federal land required to drill the final section of the pipeline which crosses under the Missouri River. They are reevaluating how the federal government consults with tribes on environmental decisions, “in light of the history of the Great Sioux Nation’s dispossessions of lands, the importance of Lake Oahe to the Tribe”
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Mary and I drove together to Winona, where a Solidarity Action was planned. We were part of over 200 national events taking place in big cities, small towns and at U.S. Army Corps of Engineer offices across the nation. It is not easy to choose to take a stand, to stand out, or to stand on a Mississippi River bridge and wave signs at passing cars. The last time I demonstrated was prior to President George Bush’s invasion of Iraq, when a cadre of anti-war Harmony folks stood in the snow and voiced our objection. Freedom of speech is our most fundamental right in a democracy. It is painfully ironic as America celebrates Thanksgiving, a tradition built on gratitude to the Native Americans who fed the white immigrants and taught them how to survive in a new land, that at this very moment Native Americans in North Dakota are being shorn of their rights. The humanity of the peaceful water protectors stands in contrast to
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Monday, November 28, 2016
FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Lanesboro re-elects school board members for another term By Hannah Wingert Board Chairman Dave Ruen congratulated the Lanesboro School Board members on their re-election at the regular school board meeting on November 17. The minutes from the October 20 meeting were reviewed and approved along with the agenda for the current meeting.
The 2016 certified and noncertified contracts and the cocurricular contracts were all approved by the board. Superintendent Matt Schultz updated the school board on the strategic planning committee. The second committee meeting was recently held with a good turnout from the community and school staff to discuss the
school’s plans to continue to give its students a quality education and grow as a school district. One more meeting will be held before the strategic planning committee will be dissolved. The audit report was reviewed. As this is Smith and Schafer Associates’ first year as the Lanesboro district’s auditor, the process is taking longer than usual. They
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are consulting with Pam Ristau, the district’s former auditor to ensure that all the information is gathered for the audit. The complete audit report will be available at the December school board meeting for the board to
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review. The school board policies 417, 418, 418-Form, and 419 were adopted after their second reading. The board also conducted the first reading of policies 420, 421, and 427. The next Lanesboro School Board meeting will be held on December 15 at 7 p.m.
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Tickets may be purchased at church office 8:30am thru 4:00pm, Monday-Thursday or by mail. Send your check to the church. Your tickets will be held for pickup on day of dinner or send a self-addressed stamped envelope with check and tickets will be mailed to you. (You may wish to indicate a 2nd choice for time.) If there are any unsold tickets, they may be purchased at the door, however you may want to call the church to find out what is available. Handicap entrance is on lower level, north side of church. For Further Info: Call the church office at 507-765-2161 or 765-2432 • Mail checks to: Christ Lutheran, PO Box 526, Preston, MN 55965
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Fillmore County Sports ing All-Conference player is not out. It’s not Brianna Koop. The Trojans will again turn to their t h re e - t i m e All-TRC performer for scoring. Koop’s over 1,500 career points. The R-P girl’s all-time Brianna mark and Koop the 2,000point mark are reachable. The 5’8” senior forward averaged 18.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 2.9 steals per game last season. She is the TRC’s top returning scorer. The Trojans also return key seniors, All-TRC HM selections, third-year starters Savannah Skalet (5’5” G > 8.2 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 2.1 SPG) and Mikayla Crawford (5’4” G > 7.4 PPG, 3.7 APG, 3.0 SPG). Allison Oian (5’5” G) is the other returning Trojan to play 20-plus games last year. R-P has six seniors and sophomores, two juniors out. One team that will vie with R-P for the 1A East title are the Kingsland Knights. Jake Vetter’s group fell on a buzzer-beater to the Trojans in last year’s 1A East finals. The Knights finished at 8-10 (TRC), 16-13 (overall), as sub-section runnerup. The team Vetter coached in March is the same he’ll coach
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The last county girls squad left standing a year ago was Rushford-Peterson. For a fifth straight year, Terry Pelzl’s Trojans made the 1A East title game. For the second time in those years, they won it. R-P won 13 of their last 15, falling to eventual dominant state Class A Champion Goodhue. They finished 9-8 (TRC), 20-10 (overall), as Section 1A runnerup. R-P graduated a couple key seniors. A would-be return-
this year. Kingsland lost nothing. They are about as balanced as possible. Seniors Kailey Link (5’7” F > 9.6 PPG, 4.2 RPG), Courtney Schmidt (5’6” G > 8.5 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 2.8 APG, 2.2 SPG), Gracie Schmidt (6’0” C > 8.3 PPG, 5.3 RPG), Kellyn Webster (5’6” F/G > 7.3 PPG), and AlayCourtney na Meskill Schmidt (5’4” G > 2.4 PPG, 3.0 APG) are thirdyear mainstays. C-Schmidt was All-TRC last year. Sophomore Lauren Buchholtz (5’7” F/G > 7.2 PGG, 3.3 RPG) is the most athletic of the bunch. Link, Webster, G-Schmidt, and Buchholtz were All-TRC HM a season ago. Seniors Courtney Fate (5’11” F) and Ericka Kolden (5’10” F/C) provide front-court depth. Kingsland has seven seniors, four juniors, and a sophomore on varsity. A third 1A East contender are the Fillmore Central Falcons. They’ll start the year with a new coach. Levi Olstad takes over for long-time head Sarah Tollefsrud. Olstad’s dad Heath was FC’s boys basketball coach a few years back. The Falcons return See SPORTS Page 23
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all five starters from last year’s 5-12 (TRC), 13-15 (overall) team that fell to Kingsland in a 1A East semi. Seniors Kendyl Bennett (5’11” C) and Kenzie Broadwater (5’6” G) head the cast. Bennett is FC’s leading returning scorer (10.3) and Kendyl rebounder Bennett (7.9), a strong interior force who was All-TRC in 2016. Broadwater, entering her fifth season as starting point guard, is a stat-stuffing blur (7.9 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 3.1 APG, 4.1 SPG). Also back are the squads other two senior starters, Tayah Barnes (5’6” G > 7.0 PPG, 2.7 RPG, 2.5 SPG, 2.1 APG) and Paige Bennett (5’10” F > 5.6 PPG, 3.0 RPG). Broadwater, Barnes, and P-Bennett were each All-TRC HM last season. Juniors Anna Jorgenson (5’9” F/C > 3.2 PPG, 4.6 RPG) and Grace Miller (5’5” G > 3.7 PPG, 2.2 RPG) are full-time returnees. Alleigh Meyer (5’7” junior F/G), and Paige Donlinger (5’2” sophomore G) saw action late last year. On top of their four seniors, FC has six juniors, two sophomores, and two freshman on varsity. The Chatfield Gophers started last season 1 and 7. They rebounded to 9-9 (TRC), 13-12 (overall) finishes. Brian Baum’s club fell to eventual Class AA state champion PEM in the 1AA East semis. The Gophers graduated their top three scorers including All-TRC next level signees Sydney Gould (Belmont Abbey) and Megan LaPlante (Luther College). Seniors Mariah Bell (5’8 F > 6.4 PPG, 4.4 RPG) and Kyra Dokken (5’6” G > 2.9 PPG,
2.3 RPG) are the two returning starters. Nicki Peterson (5’8” senior G) and Makara Fahrenholtz (5’11” senior F) played in most games last season. Macy Pederson (5’4” junior G > 3.3 PPG) saw minutes late in the year. The Gophers have a six senior, eight junior varsity. It’ll be a bit of a fresh start for the Lady Gophers. In Mabel, Adam Wilder returns a familiar group. MabelCanton went 10-8 (SEC), 12-15 (overall) in 2015-2016. They lost to Spring Grove in a 1A East play-in game. The Cougars have four starters back. Fifth-year standout, two-time 1st Team AllSEC pick Coranda Vickerman heads the cast. The 5’9” senior guard led M-C in everything last season (16 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 3.8 APG, 2.4 SPG). Already over 1,000 career points, she’ll hunt for the Cougar girls alltime scoring Coranda mark. Also Vickerman back are Courtney Graves (5’9” senior F/C > 9.8 PPG, 6.3 RPG), Payton Danielson (5’3” freshman G > 8.5 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 2.3 SPG), and Lexi Thorson (5’6” sophomore G > 4.7 PPG, 4.6 RPG). Danielson was All-SEC HM. M-C has two seniors, juniors and sophomores each, one freshman, and three eighth graders on varsity. The Houston Hurricanes start the year with a new coach. Dale Moga takes over for Lisa Myran-Schutte. Moga was an assistant last season, has assisted RPH track and field for a number of years, and headed Houston football for a spell. He inherits a group that graduated a trio of starters including multi-time AllSEC selection, Hurricane girl’s
all-time leading scorer Kelly Jerviss. The ‘Canes went 9-9 (SEC) and 10-17 (overall) last season, falling to FC in a 1A East quarter. They return varsity veterans in seniors Annette Dulek (5’6” G > 3.3 PPG) and Morgan Beckman (5’6” F), juniors Amber Chapel (5’10” C), Becca Lee (5’6” G), Jessica Kitching (5’8” F), and Sarah Albrecht (5’10” F). Their top returning scorer (8.6 per) and rebounder (5.4 per) is thirdyear player, sophomore Alyssa Rostad (5’5” F), an All-SEC HM pick. The Hurricane varsity is two seniors, five juniors, one sophomore, three freshmen, and six 8th graders. Lanesboro enters its second year under Head Coach Dave Rogers. The Burros will look to improve upon last year’s 4-14 (SEC) and 4-18 (overall) showing. They fell to Schaeffer Academy in overtime in a 1A East pigtail game. Upward movement should be possible as they return nearly everybody. Heading the list is senior fourthyear players/starters Haley Polin (5’9” G/F) and Cassidy Ruud (5’8” G). Polin Haley Polin led the Burros in scoring a year ago (10.0 per) and was selected All-SEC HM. Ruud ran the point and was the squad’s second leading scorer (8.5 per). They’re joined by experienced classmates Alyssa Gathje (5’11” C > 3.6 PPG) and Leah Ruen (5’7” > 4.4 PPG). Junior Josie Semmen (5’7” G), sophomores Emily Snyder (5’7” G) and Lexie Johnson (5’8” G) were also fulltimers a year ago. The Burros varsity is four seniors, five juniors, and two sophomores. *TRC stats courtesy of Bill Bentson.
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Friends of the Root River to host program about springshed mapping Friends of the Root River (FORR) will hold its second Annual Meeting on Wednesday, November 30 at the Spring Valley Ambulance Station meeting room. Anyone interested in learning more about the nonprofit organization is invited to attend. The evening’s program will begin at 7 p.m. with light snacks served starting at 6:30 before the program begins. Jeff Green, MNDNR, will speak about springshed mapping in the watershed. Springshed mapping has been an ongoing effort for several decades in the Root River watershed and other parts of southeast Minnesota to better understand the direction and rate of groundwater flow in our karst geology. The program is open and free to the general public. The physical address of the Ambu-
lance Station is 100 Emergency Drive, but this address is not recognized by many GPS devices. The Ambulance Station is located approximately ¼ mile east from the Spring Valley BP station (State Hwy 16/US Hwy 63 intersection) on the north (left) side of Hwy 16 by the county salt shed. FORR formed as a non-profit organization last year and is committed to the health of the Root River. There will be additional information at the meeting about who we are and how to provide support, what we have done and what we plan to do in the coming year. Anyone interested in supporting the Friends of the Root River can send donations to P.O. Box 97, Preston, MN 55965. More information about FORR can be found at www.friendsoftherootriver.org.
Red Cross needs blood donations to help ensure a sufficient supply throughout the holidays This November, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give the perfect gift – a blood donation – to help ensure a sufficient blood supply throughout the holiday season. A decline in donations occurs from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day when donors are busy with family gatherings and travel. However, patients don’t get a holiday break from needing lifesaving transfusions. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. The Red Cross encourages donors to start a new holiday tradition and bring family and friends together to donate blood or platelets. Donors of all blood types are needed to give this November to help ensure a sufficient supply for hospital patients. As a thank you for donating around the Thanks-
Lanesboro sailor continues 74 years of Seabee tradition ate Petty Officer 3rd Class Benjamin Hungerholt builds and fights with the Navy on the Gulf Coast and around the world as a member of the Navy serving at Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport. Gulfport is the command headquarters that oversees all naval construction forces based in the eastern half of the U.S. Land for the Naval Construction Battalion Center at Gulfport was acquired in April 1942, the same year the “Seabee” name was adopted for members of the Construction Battalions, a 2010 Lanesboro High School graduate Petty Officer 3rd Class clever play on the CB initials. Benjamin Hungerholt. Hungerholt is responsible for Photo submitted naval construction. “I like that my job gives me GULFPORT, MS - “We as the “Seabees,” for the past the opportunity to see a project Build, We Fight” has been 74 years. Today, Lanesboro, from start to finish,” said Hunthe motto of the U. S. Navy’s Minn., native and a 2010 gerholt. “When you provide Construction Force, known Lanesboro High School gradu- humanitarian aid and see the
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faces of the people you help it makes it all worth it.” “Seabees are some the hardest working sailors in the Navy,” said Captain Cheryl M. Hansen, NCBC commanding officer. “They are tough, bold, and ready, and they get the job done. They build and fight in some of the harshest and most hostile environments in the world.” For the past 74 years Seabees have served in all American conflicts. They have also supported humanitarian efforts, using their construction skills to help communities around the world following earthquakes, hurricanes and other natural disasters. “This command has given me great mentors,” said Hungerholt. “Not just for the Navy, but for my future in all aspects
giving holiday, all those who come to donate Nov. 24-28 will be invited to download a set of recipes from celebrity chefs. To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800RED CROSS (1-800-7332767). Donors are encouraged to make appointments and complete the RapidPass online health history questionnaire at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to save time when donating. Upcoming blood donation opportunities • Harmony, November 29: 1-7 p.m., Community Center, 225 Third Ave. SW. • Lanesboro, November 30: 1-7 p.m., Community Hall, 202 Parkway. • Rushford, November 28: 1-6 p.m., American Legion, 213 State Road 16. of my life.” Seabees around the world will take part in a year-long celebration in 2017 to commemorate the group’s 75-year anniversary. The theme of the celebration is “Built on History, Constructing the Future.” Today, Seabees continue their innovative traditions ensuring they always meet fast-paced challenges, according to Hansen. Printed ink Working withwith the Soy Seabees and serving in the U.S. Navy has allowed Hungerholt to continue learning about the legacy he wants to leave to future sailPrinted with ors. “The Navy has taught me to take everything one minute at a time,” said Hungerholt. “Don’t Printed recycled paperbut worry about theonnext hour, focus on the task at hand.”
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Winter is on it’s way By Kendyl Bennett The leaves have changed and so are the seasons. My favorite season, winter, is right around the corner. Winter also brings my two favorite holidays; Christmas Kendyl Bennett and my birthday. I especially love all of the snow we get during the winter months, as it allows me to enjoy some of my most-liked hobbies like snowmobiling and skiing. I also get to play my favorite sport, which is basketball, during the winter. I love everything about Christmas; it is a time where people come together to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Our family gathers with extended family around the Christmas holiday
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me in a mood no other season does. I am very excited for the first snowfall of the season. My favorite winter activities to participate in are skiing and snowmobiling. I love to ride snowmobile and we just got new sleds last year, so I am looking forward to riding those this year. A lot of my classmates also have snowmobiles so we enjoy riding them to and from school and also on snow days, we are usually riding on trails or around the neighboring towns. Skiing is something I tried for the first time a few years ago while on a church trip. We went skiing as a group at Welch Village and I didn’t think I would pick up on the technique so easily. It came really natural to me and I continued to ski that year. I fell in love with it and haven’t stopped skiing since. I am pretty excited to hit the slopes this winter. My brother is a ski instructor in Mankato, so I am excited to go skiing with him, as well. My favorite sport starts right before and ends right after winter, so I will play it throughout my favorite months. Basketball has already started and we are now in full swing, preparing for our first game the week of November 28! We had a bit of a transition this year because we have a new coach and I am really looking forward to the season. I have loved basketball since I was in fourth grade. I’m so passionate about the game
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. of basketball because it is very competitive and I enjoy working hard alongside my friends, sharing a common interest. Kendyl Bennett is a student at
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Fillmore County District Court On November 8, Laura Lynn Kahoun, 33, of Rushford, appeared before District Court Judge Jodi L. Williamson. Kahoun is charged with Threats of Violence and Malicious Punishment of a Child, each felonies with maximum criminal penalties of five years in prison, $10,000 fines, or both. On or about November 5, within Fillmore County, the defendant allegedly did directly or indirectly threaten to commit any crime of violence with the
purpose to terrorize another or in a reckless disregard of the risk of causing such terror, and the defendant, being a parent, legal guardian, or caretaker, allegedly by intentional act or a series of intentional acts, with respect to a child, evidenced unreasonable force or cruel discipline that was excessive under the circumstances, and the defendant has a prior conviction for Domestic Assault in Fillmore County for which she was sentenced 6/25/2013.
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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: What is the procedure if I hit a deer with my vehicle, can I keep it? Answer: The Minnesota State Patrol does issue permits Troy H. for road-kill Christianson deer generally right at the time of the crash or soon after. Any Minnesota resident may claim a roadkilled animal by contacting a law enforcement officer. An authorization permit can be issued, allowing the individual to lawfully possess the animal. For your specific request, I would advise you to contact the Department of Natural Resources (DNR.) You can contact the conservation officer in the area you are closest to or where you’d want to pick up the road kill. They should be
Recycling 101 By LaVerne C. Paulson Recycling Education Coordinator Many of the residents of Fillmore County are concerned with the environment and are dedicated recyclers. A great number of these LaVerne C. people enjoy Paulson reading some of the facts and figures that are associated with recycling. This is the second article where I will share a variety of information that has crossed my desk in the past several years. Fillmore County recycles only plastics numbered “1� and “2�, but you know that from numerous past articles. Your plastic shopping bags should be taken to a store that ships them to be recycled into new plastic products. When plastic is recycled, 80% of the energy used in the process of making plastic from petroleum is saved. Over half of the aluminum cans used in the United States end up in landfills. Nearly 80% of glass containers are discarded. The fee for the disposal of a 25-cubic-foot freezer is $10 at the Resource Recovery Center here in Preston. The fee for the disposal of each appliance is $10. Only 1% of plastic grocery bags are recycled world-wide. It is estimated that one trillion... twelve zeros.... are used each year. Each year, Americans throw away twenty-five billion styrofoam cups. Laid end to end, these would encircle the earth over 400 times. Approximately one-fourth of
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. able to provide more information on the permits and this process. The following link will let you find officers statewide. www.dnr.state.mn.us/officerpatrolareas/index.html. Motorist safety tips to avoid deer crashes • Drive at safe speeds and always be buckled up. • Be especially cautious from 6-9 p.m., when deer are most active. • Use high beams as much as possible at night, especially in deer-active areas. • Motorists: don’t swerve to avoid a deer. Swerving can cause motorists to lose control and travel off the road or into oncoming traffic. • Watch for the reflection of deer eyes and for deer silhouettes on the shoulder of the road. If anything looks slightly suspicious, slow down. • Slowdown in areas known to have a large deer population — such as areas where roads divide agricultural fields from forest land; and whenever in forested areas between dusk and
dawn. • Deer do unpredictable things — they stop in the middle of the road when crossing; cross and quickly re-cross back; and move toward an approaching vehicle. Blow horn to urge deer to leave the road. • If a deer is struck but not killed by a vehicle, keep a distance as deer may recover and move on. If a deer does not move on, or poses a public safety risk, report the incident to a DNR conservation officer or other local law enforcement agency. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 55901-5848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us.
the energy used by your water heater is used to keep the water hot, just in case you need it. Twenty-eight aluminum cans weigh one pound. The thickness of an aluminum can is about the same thickness as a human hair. Twenty years ago, 19 aluminum cans weighed one pound. Americans throw away 44,000,000 newspapers every day. That’s the same as dumping 500,000 trees into landfills each week.
One dollar out of every $11 Americans spend for food goes for packaging. Americans throw away enough glass bottles and jars every two weeks to fill the 1,350 foot towers of the former World Trade Center. Do not recycle diapers. We don’t want them. They are to be sent to landfill. Making one ton of recycled paper uses only about 60% of the energy needed to make a ton of paper from trees.
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Fillmore County Land Rent Survey results By Michael Cruse Extension Educator for Fillmore and Houston Counties Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s land rent survey. According to our survey results, 2016 land rental rates in Fillmore Coun- Michael Cruse ty averaged between $199.50$208.83/acre. This is lower than the $213.16/acre reported for 2015 and about even with the $207.67/acre predicted for 2016 in last year’s survey. The range of responses this year was from $75$310/acre. The predicted average for 2017 land rental rates is between $185.97-$195.18/acre. Average rental rates are presented again this year as a range instead of a single value because this range more accurately represents the true average when survey response rates are low. The range was calculated using two methods of averaging and if you are interested in the specifics of these calculations I encourage you to contact me at the extension office. Response rate was up very slightly this year and the survey response rate was similar to those of other land rent surveys done in the region. This year’s survey includes data from 16 different townships, which represents a nice cross section of the county. I have decided again not to calculate any township specific results because of the low survey response rates. Response rates will need to increase significantly for me to make this calculation in the future.
The results presented here are intended to be used as one piece of the discussion during land rent negotiations, not as specific values suggested by Minnesota Extension. Individual parcels may warrant a land rent value above or below the presented average based on production potential, tenant and landlord relationships, economic goals, and other factors. It is the responsibility of the landlord and tenant to consider all of these factors when negotiating land rent agreements. Please remember that Minnesota Extension does not advocate for one agricultural group over another. We are an unbiased source of information and we strive to help all agricultural parties. Hard copies of this year’s results can be obtained at the county extension office and will contain additional information on historical land rent trends. Other sources of rental information that can help with land rent discussions can be found on the Minnesota Extension website (extension.umn. edu/). There you will find historical land rent data, worksheets on calculating fair rent prices and other landscape level economic information put together by our Ag Business Management group. In addition, the Center for Farm Financial Management has created a program called FairRent (fairrent.umn.edu). This program allows individuals to calculate multiple types of rental agreements based on input costs and commodity prices specific to their area and operation. If you have any questions about this or any other data from Extension, please feel free to contact the local office.
98.90 ACRE FARM FOR SALE BY SEALED BID AUCTION Sealed bids will be received at the Law Office of Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P. located at 110 East Main Street in Caledonia, Minnesota, until Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 4:00 pm for the purchase of agricultural and recreational real estate located approximately one mile northeast of the City of Spring Grove, Houston County, Minnesota, along State Highway 44. Property includes approximately 62.19 acres of tillable crop land and approximately 37 acres of recreational land including pasture and timber. Excellent hunting and recreational property with potential building site. Property will be sold in one tract consisting of Houston County Parcel identification numbers 15.0055.000 and 15.0661.000.
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Fountain 4-H’er honored by Kiwanis Sunrisers of Winona
Photo submitted Evin Zoellner was recognized as the Kiwanis Sunrisers of Winona 4-H Youth.
Representative for the Month of November. Evin is a senior at Acorns to Oaks Academy. She is the daughter of Joel and Kirsten Zoellner from Fountain, Minn., and is a member of Happy Hart 4-H Club. Evin has held the leadership roles of vice president and secretary of her club and county historian. Evin has participated in many livestock projects such as goat, horse and beef as well as non-livestock projects. One of her outstanding accomplishments was winning Champion Senior Showmanship and Reserve Champion All Species Showmanship. Evin has brought a wide variety of projects to the fair. Evin shared, “The most interesting thing that I’ve shown is my com-
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mercial beef steer that I broke to ride after our pony became lame. I have learned many training, health management and extra tips through the horse and goat projects. 4-H has given me opportunities to learn many different things including gaining experiences with a wide variety of animals, people and project areas. I was also able to make new friends.” When asked what 4-H has to offer other youth, Evin stated, “The first thing I would tell my friends is how fun and engaging 4-H is. Every 4-H activity or event that I’ve attended has been packed with laughs.” Winona Sunrisers Kiwanis Club honors one outstanding Winona County 4-H member during its breakfast meeting the fourth Wednesday of each month. The club meets on a weekly basis every Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. at the Winona Family Restaurant in Winona.
SMIF’s local community foundations raise $48,000 on Give to the Max Day Owatonna, MN, November 18, 2016 - Now in its eighth year, Minnesota’s Give to the Max day had a record setting year, bringing in $20.1 million in donations. Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) and its affiliate funds raised $48,000, with some matching dollars still to be totaled. SMIF oversees 26 community foundations in its 20 county region. Once again, the biggest donations came in for the six community funds in Fillmore County. Collectively, they raised nearly $46,000. “It’s exciting to see some of our smallest towns leverage this giving opportunity so well,” said SMIF’s Development Coordinator Alissa Blaha. “I think this is a testament to the power of getting out in your community to draw out the generosity that exists in the region. Yes, most of the money raised goes to Twin Cities-based organizations, but the nearly $19,000 raised in a community like Spring Valley can really go a long way.” Once again, there were issues with the main giving website,
GiveMN.org, which crashed at 8:15 a.m. and had to be replaced with a simpler site. “We do everything we can to make it easy for our community foundations to capture donations,” said Blaha. “Most donations came in through our website, which remained active and also garners a lower transaction fee.” GiveMN.org was back up mid-afternoon. However, despite the set-backs, SMIF President and CEO said SMIF still supports the mission of GiveMN, the nonprofit that organizes the event and runs the main giving platform. “Minnesotans are historically a very charitable bunch,” said Penny. “It’s fun to be part of such a huge philanthropic effort - ‘The
Great Minnesota Give Together.’ It’s great to see our community foundations take advantage of the momentum Give to the Max Day generates.” About Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donorsupported foundation, invests for economic growth in the 20 counties of south central and southeastern Minnesota. The Foundation has provided more than $100 million in grants, loans and programming within the region during the past 30 years. SMIF’s key interests include early childhood, community and economic development. To learn more about our work and mission, visit www. smifoundation.org.
Preston Class of 1966 reunites
Bids shall be made in writing, enclosed in a sealed envelope and plainly marked “Spring Grove Farm Sale” on the exterior. Bids shall contain the name, address and phone numbers of the bidder. Bids may be either delivered in person or mailed to Jed J. Hammell, Hammell & Murphy, 110 East Main St., Caledonia, MN 55921. Bids shall be deemed received on the date the bid arrives at the Law Office of Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P. Initial sealed bids shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check made payable to “Hammell & Murphy Trust Account” for five percent (5%) of the bid as an earnest money deposit. SELLER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS AND TO NEGOTIATE WITH BIDDERS, AND FURTHER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CONDUCT A BID-OFF BETWEEN THE TOP SIX (6) BIDDERS. If seller exercises its right to conduct a bid-off, the bid-off shall occur on Friday, December 16, 2016 at 9:00 A.M. at the Hammell & Murphy Law Office. Seller reserves the right to conduct the bid-off according to seller’s discretion, including the right to conduct a confidential bid-off in person or by telephone. The successful bidder will be required to enter into a Standard Minnesota Purchase Agreement; said agreement will provide for a closing date on or before February 1, 2017. The premises are being sold “AS IS”. If you should have any questions regarding this property or the bid procedure, please contact the law offices of Jed J. Hammell, Hammell & Murphy, P.L.L.P., 110 East Main St., Caledonia, Minnesota at (507) 725-3361 or by email at jedrhm@acegroup.cc
The Preston Class of 1966 recently met at the Branding Iron in Preston. Shown above are, seated: JoAnn (Ostrem) Durst, Nadine Marzolf, Andrea (Dornink) Hellickson, and Nancy (Wingert) Hartley; second row: Jane (Schultz) Christensen, Ann (Fishbaugher) Frey, Kathy (Barrett) Little, Sandy (Juenke) Moger, Gloria (Soffa) Johns, Pam (Berges) Olivero, Janet (Bjork) Rasmussen, and Sandy (Doherty) Luce; third row: Linda (Penne) Miller, Bettie (Strahl) Gulbranson, Wilma (Hawkins) Johnson, and Key (DeVries) Finney; and back row: Tom Ashton, Ginny (Shanahan) Maruska, Terry Sethre, Herman Miller, Vincent Arnold, Steve Befort, Gary House, Carole (Gossman) Collett, Dennis Dornink, Mary Kay (Linden) Wold, Paul Bernau, and Jerry Rislove. Photo submitted
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., NOVEMBER 29 â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* â&#x20AC;˘Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm, 1-6pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 10:15-11am, Spring Valley Community Center. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Red Cross Bloodmobile, 1-7pm, Harmony Community Center. â&#x20AC;˘Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.* â&#x20AC;˘Bluff Country Toastmasters, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.*
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WED., NOVEMBER 30 â&#x20AC;˘Active Senior Exercise Class, 8:459:30am, Coffee Street Fitness Center, Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 11:15am-12pm, Coffee Street Fitness Center, Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* â&#x20AC;˘Red Cross Bloodmobile, 1-7pm, Lanesboro Community Center. â&#x20AC;˘Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson, Spring Valley.*
THURS., DECEMBER 1 â&#x20AC;˘Senior Strength & Balance Class, 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. 507-272-3731.*
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Send an upcoming event: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com â&#x20AC;˘Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, Mabel Telephone Company, lower level, 214 N Main St., Mabel.*
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208 W. GRANT ST. SPRING VALLEY â&#x20AC;˘ $145,000
Spacious 4 bdrm, 2 bath home situated on large corner lot. Flooring is updated and new carpet. Knock down ceilings, some new sheet rock, eat-in kitchen w/pantry, formal dining room w/bay window, leaded glass windows, original wood work and main floor bedroom & bath (currently used as office/den). Windows have been updated, vinyl siding & 2 car detached garage. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love the fenced yard, back yard deck with standing planters and beautiful front porch entrance. This property is ready for immediate occupancy and is in move-in condition.
Beautifully renovated 4 bdrm, 2 bath home with all the old world charm with original woodwork, crown molding, maple hardwood floors, & open staircase - with all the modern conveniences with updated kitchen, new cupboards, countertops & center island, and main floor laundry & 1/2 bath. Bedrooms are located in upper level and are all generous in size, walk-in closets, walk-up attic and full bath. The formal dining area has French doors leading to the living room. Steel siding, metal roof and open 3 season porch. This one has it all and is in move-in condition.
Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com $179,900
712 CLIFF ST NE CHATFIELD
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707 S. SECTION AVE SPRING VALLEY, MN â&#x20AC;˘ $143,000
Charming 4 bdrm 2 bath home with character and charm. Hardwood floors, original woodwork, open staircase, paneled doors, French doors, 2 wood fireplaces, walk-up attic, 4 season porch, updated kitchen, walk out, and new updated electrical panel. This property is partially fenced and sits on just under an acre of land. Large enough for growing room. This one is sure to please!
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104 Robert St OSTRANDER
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Large ranch on 2.76 acres â&#x20AC;˘ 4 bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 3 baths â&#x20AC;˘ Main ďŹ&#x201A;oor laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Master bath â&#x20AC;˘ Master w/in closet â&#x20AC;˘ Open kitchen and dining room â&#x20AC;˘ Living room â&#x20AC;˘ In-ďŹ&#x201A;oor heat â&#x20AC;˘ D/o â&#x20AC;˘ Family room â&#x20AC;˘ W/out â&#x20AC;˘ Rec room w/bar â&#x20AC;˘ Large deck â&#x20AC;˘ Enclosed hot tub area â&#x20AC;˘ 3 car heated garage â&#x20AC;˘ Central vac â&#x20AC;˘ Storage shed â&#x20AC;˘ Garden area â&#x20AC;˘ Move-in ready
45 1st Ave SW, HARMONY
Move-in ready home with new kitchen, updated baths, & generous rooms to enjoy! New windows, 160 4th St NE, HARMONY siding, shingles & Half-acre lot with 3 car heated garage & decking. Extra deep 24 x 32 garage. The workshop! 3 bedroom home. Large lot, yard is deep and location is super. This turnkey home is waiting for you! $95,000 private patio & deck.. $97,500
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9 TWIFORD ST CHATFIELD
CAREFREE LIFESTYLE CHURCH HILL SCHOOL CONDOS Start with a clean slate and design your new home from the ďŹ&#x201A;oor plan to the ďŹ nishing touches. 15 ft ceilings, large windows with morning sun and nice views.
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Unlimited potential for this Impressive Victorian â&#x20AC;˘ Zoned Residential & Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Previous owners included well-known French Restaurant and B&B 385 HILLSIDE SR. SE â&#x20AC;˘ Unlimited potential â&#x20AC;˘ 4 bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ 4 baths â&#x20AC;˘ Wood ďŹ&#x201A;oors CHATFIELD $39,500 throughout â&#x20AC;˘ Unending character â&#x20AC;˘ Gorgeous open staircase â&#x20AC;˘ Completely updated mechanicals â&#x20AC;˘ High ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Walk- Large corner lot â&#x20AC;˘ Close to elementary â&#x20AC;˘ Close to golf up attic ready to be ďŹ nished â&#x20AC;˘ Endless amount of activities: course â&#x20AC;˘ Open to builders â&#x20AC;˘ City Utilities canoeing, biking, tubing, theater, restaurants, boutiques, parks, breathtaking scenery, golf courses, and much more â&#x20AC;˘ This unique opportunity needs to be viewed to appreciate
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255 4th Ave SE, Harmony 107 Spruce St SE, Fountain 344B 5th Ave SE, Harmony 607 Rochelle Ave S, Lanesboro XXXXX Cty 15, Harmony 26284 Jack Pine Rd, Preston
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3 bed, 2 bath home. Charming woodwork, updated windows, siding, & roof. Det heated garage with water. $94,900
317 Fillmore St. W, PRESTON
Totally updated and remodeled 3 bdm, 2 bath home. French doors, hdwd floors, updated baths, main floor laundry, updated kitchen, new electrical & plumbing, vinyl siding, newer roof and windows. Large back deck with 10x10 canopy, circle drive, storage shed & 25x30 Quonset garage. This property is ready to move right in!
431 AVE C CHATFIELD
304 N Third St, CANTON
Backs up to woods! Charming 3 bdrm, 3 bath. Spacious main ďŹ&#x201A;oor, partially ďŹ nished basement with walk-out. 1 car tuck-under. $129,900.
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BUY OR RENT. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Subdivision with country views and home. Updated kitchen & bath. 2 car city utilities at an affordable price. No building permit fees or connection fees attached garage. $85,000 in 2016! Harmony is a super place 45 1st Ave NE, HARMONY to live, offering the quality lifestyle of 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. 2 car a small town with a thriving business attached garage. Easy walk to your daily district, clinic and healthcare facilities. Get $5,000+ cash back/EDA incentive. needs. $49,900
25 Center St E, HARMONY
100 Elmwood St E, LANESBORO
Commercial building U n i q u e renovated in 1998. opportunity to own High ceilings, hardwood & tile an inn. Rent single ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. Could rooms or suites. be divided with 2 separate entrances. The property is set up for a commerical Separate ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen, 2 bathrooms, ofďŹ ce, and living area on main ďŹ&#x201A;oor. Call today! basement storage. $149,900
160 4th Ave SE, HARMONY
1120 Matthew St SW, PRESTON
245 1st Ave SW, HARMONY
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418 Preston St. NW, PRESTON
Updated 4 Scenic setting & ideal bedroom, 2 bath location! 3 bedroom, ranch home w/ 2 bath twinhome with 2 car attached walkout basement. heated garage on dead end street. Remodeled kitchen open Main ďŹ&#x201A;oor living plus basement to addition w/ ďŹ replace. Basement offers rec bedroom, bath, ofďŹ ce & storage. 1 car attached garage. $118,900 area. Private deck & patio. $129,900
235 2nd Ave SE, HARMONY
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Kelsey Bergey Real Estate Agent kelsey@harmonytel.net OfďŹ ce 507-886-4221
25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939 www.SEMNrealestate.com Each OfďŹ ce Independently Owned & Operated
3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home within a block of the Upper Iowa River! Main ďŹ&#x201A;oor bedroom, bath & laundry. Full unďŹ nished basement. Oversized 2 car garage. Nice deck & large backyard. $127,900.
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626 CLIFF STREET NE CHATFIELD
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Unique log home nestled away in the woods. 3 bdrm, 2 bath home with new mound septic system. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll enjoy the peaceful surroundings, beautiful yard and landscaping and the abundance of wildlife. The loft area is home to the master bedroom w/attached bath. The lower level is unfinished and ready for expansion. Updated eat-in kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances. Located in desirable â&#x20AC;&#x153;countryâ&#x20AC;? setting.
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A Slice of Country. 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with original details. The kitchen has been gutted & offers a clean slate. New covered patio. Big barn with tack room, electric, and water, granary & other sheds. Fenced for horses. Great yard with garden mature trees. $117,900
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XXXXX Faith Trail, LANESBORO
Buildable 2.83 Acre Lot River & bluff view! Septic, electric, and water ready for your dream home! Easy access to Root River Trail.
Move to the country & build!
Zoned rural residential ag - bring your animals. Build a cabin or your dream home & relax on the banks of Wisel Creek. 6.37 acres
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THE FAMILY OF ALBERTA FISHBAUGHER would like to thank everyone for the kind words, thoughts, prayers and memorials that were shared with our family after the recent loss of our mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. A special thank you to Pastor Waudby for her inspiring service, to the Lindstrom Funeral Home for the arrangements and use of the funeral home for the memorial service, the pallbearers, the St. Matthewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ladies for providing the excellent lunch, to the Harmony Printed with Soy ink Community Center for allowing us to use their facilities to serve the lunch. Thank you one and all! Genny Hanson PRINTED WITH Tom Fishbaugher Sandi and Kyle Miller & Family Joe & Nichole Fishbaugher & Family Keith Hanson & Family Printed on recycled Kyle Hanson &paper Family ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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$34,900 $129,900 219 ALLEY FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD #4074052 209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD
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â&#x20AC;˘ Commercial building with great visibility in #4073199 downtown Chatfield NEW LISTING space â&#x20AC;˘ Large display window â&#x20AC;˘ 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for retail/office â&#x20AC;˘ Renovated handicap bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ New commercial grade carpet â&#x20AC;˘ Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor â&#x20AC;˘ Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments NEW CONSTRUCTION!
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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE IN DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case Type: QUIET TITLE Court File No. 23-CV-16-730 SUMMONS Saint Joseph’s Roman Catholic Chapel, Plaintiff, v. Mark E. Treat; Scott David Wilson; Kenneth G. Kiehne; Bradley Allen Kraling & Brent Stuart Kraling; Julius Prey and Minnie Prey; Augustus M. Barnes; Ransom Walter; Big Springs Evangelical Lutheran St. Paul’s Congregation of Harmony Township, Fillmore County, Minnesota; formerly known as the Trustees of the German Evangelical Lutheran Church of Big Springs, Minnesota; German Evangelical Lutheran St. Pauls Church, of Harmony, Minnesota; German Evangelical Lutheran St. Paul Church; German Lutheran Church of Big Springs; German Evangelical Lutheran Saint Paul Church, Harmony, Minnesota; St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Congregation; German Evangelical Lutheran St. Paul’s Congregation of Harmony Township, Fillmore County, Minnesota; German Evangelical Lutheran St. Paul Church; St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran; St. Paul Church of Harmony; St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church of Big Spring; and all successors and Assigns; also the unknown heirs of the aforesaid persons, and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint, subject to any easements of record, Defendants.  THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file in the office of the court administrator of the above-named court. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though there may be no court file number on this Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Summons located at: Gregory M. Schieber NETHERCUT SCHIEBER ATTORNEYS, PLLP 32 Main Ave N, PO Box 657 Harmony, MN 55939 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about the places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Fillmore County, state of Minnesota, legally described as follows: That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Setion 8 Township 101 North Range 10 West, Fillmore
County Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, thence North 00 Degrees 21’22” east (assumed bearing) along the east line of said Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter 301.65 feet; thence North 89 degrees 38’38” West (at a right angle to said East line 884.64 feet; thence North 6 degrees 33’21” West 304.28 feet to the point of beginning of the tract of land to be herein described; thence North 10 degrees 34’14” west 231.51 feet; thence North 85 degrees 40’04” East 237.50 feet to the centerline of County Highway No. 22; thence South 4 degrees 36’20” West along said Centerline 150 feet more or less; thence southeasterly along said centerline on a curve 75.49 feet more or less; thence South 83 degrees 21’07” west 178.98 feet to the point of beginning, containing 1.08 acres more or less. Subject to an easement across the easterly boundary for County Road No. 22. 8. The object of this action is to determine that the Defendants have no right, title, estate, interest or lien in or on the above described real estate. NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM. No personal claim is made against any of the Defendants in the action above entitled. Dated: November 4, 2016 Nethercut Schieber, PLLP /s/ Gregory M. Schieber Attorney for Plaintiff (#39555) 32 Main Avenue North P.O. Box 657 Harmony, MN 55939-0657 (507) 886-6131 greg@ranlaw.net Publish 21,28,5
premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on June 29, 2017, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: October 21, 2016 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee
Truth in taxation hearing lanesboro Truth in Taxation Hearing, Monday December 5th, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. 202 Parkway Avenue South, Lanesboro, MN. City Council Meeting Room, please call 507-467-3722 or email lanesboro@acegroup.cc with questions. Publish 28, 5
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: August 24, 2004 MORTGAGOR: Chad W. Pruter and Michele L. Pruter, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 7, 2004 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 341763. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Ameriquest Mortgage Company. Dated August 30, 2004 Recorded June 6, 2012, as Document No. 389160. And thereafter assigned to: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Dated August 30, 2004 Recorded May 1, 2006, as Document No. 352459. And thereafter assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association as Trustee, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2004-HE11. Dated November 20, 2013 Recorded November 22, 2013, as Document No. 397105. TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1112 South Broadway Avenue, Spring Valley, MN 55975 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 36.0168.050 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Commencing at a point 28 rods West and 3 rods and 21 links North of the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter in Section 33, Township 103 North, Range 13 West, thence West 181.5 feet, thence North 99 feet, thence East 181.5 feet; thence South 99 feet to place of beginning, Fillmore County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $153,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $227,052.46 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: December 29, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said
USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 38 - 16-006906 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 7,14,21,28,5,12
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FiLLMORE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 23-PR-16-729 Estate of Margaret Dawn Whitson a/k/a Margaret Whitson, Decedent NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATfVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: It is Ordered and Notice is hereby given that on the 12th day of Dec., 2016, at 3:35 o’clock pm, a hearing will be held in the above-named Court at 101 Fillmore Street, Fillmore County Courthouse, Preston, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the above-named Decedent, dated January 9, 1996 and for the appointment of Jane Whitson, whose address is 329 18 1/2 Avenue SW, Rochester, Minnesota 55902, as personal representative of the estate of the above-named Decedent in unsupervised administration, and that any objections thereto must be filed with the Court. That, if proper, and no objections are filed, a personal representative will be appointed to administer the estate, to collect all assets, pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses, and sell real and personal property, and do all necessary acts for the estate. Notice is further given that ALL CREDITORS having claims against said estate are required to present the same to said personal representative or to the Clerk of the Court within four months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred. Date: November 9, 2016 Order Reconmlended For the Judge: by /s/Matthew J. Opat Judge of District Court Attorney for Personal Representative Dan Moulton Moulton Law Office 976 141h Avenue SW Rochester, Minnesota 55902 Attomey License No: 136888 Telephone: (507)288-6334 Fax: (507)289-1275 Email: moultonlawoffice@gmail.com Publish 28,5
Vehicle Towing in Forestville Township Any vehicle stuck in the snow in a manner that does not allow snow removal equipment to pass on a Forestville Township road will be towed at the owner’s expense after attempts are made to contact the owner. Lori Winter, Clerk Forestville Township Publish 28,5,12 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF LANESBORO The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider granting a request for zoning variance for Rick and Cheryl Lamon and Stone Mill Suites, located at 100 Beacon Street East. The public hearing will be held on Monday, December 5th, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at 202 Parkway Avenue South, Lanesboro, Minnesota. All persons wishing to comment on the matter should do so at that time or submit comment in writing to the City Clerk’s office before that date. Publish 21,28 notice of meeting change residents of carimona township The December 5 meeting of the Board of Carimona Township will be held at Arlynn Hovey residence. Further monthly board meetings iwll be held at 7:00 p.m. at the Preston Emergency Servcies building until further notice. Linda Marzolf Carimona Township Clerk Publish 28, 5
Printed with Soy ink SUMMARY OF MINUTES NOVEMBER 8, 2016 PRINTED WITH in SOY INK The Fillmore County Board met in regular session at the Courthouse 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: NONE Printed on recycled paper The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda. • the following Consent Agenda: PRINTED ON 1. November 1, 2016 County Board minutes. RECYCLED PAPER 2. Payment of SELCO 4th quarter invoice. • Eagle Scout project entitled “Buckle Up” for Fillmore Central Student/Eagle Scout. • accept applications for possible Public Health student intern. • move current Director of Nursing from a 1.0 FTE position to a .5 FTE on a temporary year trial. • hire of Alexis Hall as RN/Social Worker in Community Services, Public Health Department. • hire replacement Case Aide in Community Services – Public Health Department. • hire Abee Yasiin as Intermittent Jailer at Step 1 at LELS union scale. • hire Eric Karsten as Intermittent Jailer at Step 1 at LELS union scale. • hire of temporary custodian in Building Maintenance Department at Grade 2/Step 1. • Bobbie Vickerman as Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust delegate and Commissioner Duane Bakke as alternate for annual meeting. • purchase of maintenance-free picnic tables and a wellness feast for December 13th to be paid for with remainder of 2016 Wellness Grant funds. • annual SHI True-up order for Microsoft Enterprise agreement. • sale of tax forfeiture property, I.D. # 09.0056.000 in Canton, Minnesota to City of Canton. The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Canton Heating & Cooling, LLC, grant expense $1,524.80 CDW Government, Inc., supplies $3,345.40 DALCO, parts $588.41 Fillmore County Treasurer-Credit Card/ACH, grant expenses, misc. $721.61 LETG, LLC, services $1,745.80 MCCC, services $1,292.21 US AutoForce, tires $970.04 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $10,188.27 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (28 bills - not listed) $3,446.59 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $13,634.86 INFRA FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Norby Tree Service, LLC, services $1,500.00 TOTAL INFRA FUND $1,500.00 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Bruening Rock Products, Inc., rock $4,854.17 Continental Research Corp., supplies $869.11 Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card/ACH, registration fees, permit $2,125.00 Houston County D.O.T., services $13,442.28 Preston Equipment Co., parts $2,065.00 RDO Equipment Co., parts $840.56 Spring Valley Overhead Door Company, Inc., services $1,554.10 Stonebrooke Engineering, services $875.88 Thompson Sand, sand $1,996.00 Zenke, Inc., services $26,375.54 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $54,997.64 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (12 bills - not listed) $2,194.68 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $57,192.32 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description Amount Dynamic Recycling, services $2,862.98 Winona County Household Hazardous Waste, services $1,005.48 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $3,868.46 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (2 bills - not listed) $406.46 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $4,274.92 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566. Publish 28
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: August 17, 2007 MORTGAGOR: Michael P Zeller, a single person. MORTGAGEE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded August 23, 2007 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 360399, as corrected by Corrective Mortgage recorded July 14, 2008 as document no. 365970. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. Dated August 17, 2007 Recorded August 23, 2007, as Document No. 360400. TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 211 Minnesota Street S, Ostrander, MN 55961 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 34.0010.000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Outlot 6 in the NW ¼ NW ¼ of Section 29, Township 102, Range 13 in the city of Ostrander, Fillmore County, Minnesota; and also described as: That part of the NW ¼ NW ¼ of Section 29, Township 102, Range 13 in the City of Ostrander, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at a point 60 feet East of the Southeast corner of Block 6 in the Original Plat of the Village or Town of Ostrander, Minnesota, Thence North a distance of 50 feet, thence East a distance of 140 feet, thence South a distance of 50 feet, thence West a distance of 140 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to easements, covenants, restrictions and right-of-way of record, if any. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $33,900.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $30,793.20 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: November 17, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on May 17, 2017 unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: September 20, 2016 Minnesota Housing Finance Agency Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 135 - 16-006028 FC
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 28 NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 580.07, the foregoing foreclosure sale is postponed until February 9, 2017 at 10:00 AM at the Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN, in said county and state. Dated: November 18, 2016. Minnesota Housing Finance Agency Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 135 - 16-006028 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 28
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EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
FILLMORE COUNTY is accepting applications for part-time intermittent DEPUTY SHERIFFS. The Deputy Sheriff is responsible for preserving law and order, enforcing laws and protecting the rights of all persons. The successful candidate will be dependable, able to work varying hours and respond at times on short notice. Minimum Qualifications: Must be POST licensed or eligible by the application deadline, have valid driver’s license, be a U.S. citizen, be able to perform essential functions of the position and free of any disqualifying criminal or driving record history. Successful applicants must undergo a physical and psychological examination and successfully complete a background check. Starting salary is $21.7588 per hour. Application materials may be obtained online at www.co.fillmore.mn.us, in person at the Fillmore County Coordinator’s Office, 101 Fillmore Street, P.O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965, or by phone (507)765-4566. Applicants must complete all application materials to be considered; resumes may be included, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Current Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. (Local No. 85) Union members are entitled to first preference. County employees are eligible to apply along with the public. Application deadline: Friday, December 9, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. EOE h21,28,5-o
CITY CLERK/TREASURER needed for the City of Peterson. Immediate opening! 16-20 hours/week. Application and job description available at www. petersonmn.org or by calling City Hall at 507-875-2222. Position open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. h28,5-o
120 COW FREESTALL-PARLOR dairy is seeking a herdsperson/milker. Position is 7/10 to full-time depending on skill level. Some experience or dairy production degree desired. 6 miles SW of Preston. Contact Dave at 507-421-1128. h14,21,28-o City of Wykoff seeks a part-time office person. Candidates should have general office / computer skills. Ability to work with the public is a plus. Hours will vary with starting pay at $13.65 an hour. The City of Wykoff is an equalopportunity employer. If you wish to apply, please send a resume and completed employment application to Attention: Rebecca Schmidt, at Wykoff@arvig.net or by mail to City of Wykoff, P.O. 218, Wykoff, MN 55990. Applications will be closing on December 15th, 2016 at 3:00 PM. Please feel free to contact us at 507352-4011 if you have questions about the position. h,28,5-o Spring Valley Living has an opening for a full-time housekeeping/laundry aide. Experience preferred but not necessary, we will train the right candidate. Apply online at www.springvalleyliving. org/careers or call 507-346-1247 for more information. EOE. h28,5-o
The City of
LANESBORO is accepting
RFP’S FOR ATTORNEY SERVICES A full copy of the RFP can be found at www.lanesboro-mn.gov or by emailing lanesboro@acegroup.cc Proposals will be accepted until December 1st, 2016 at 3 p.m. Lanesboro City Office, 202 Parkway Avenue S, PO Box 333, Lanesboro, MN 55949. For questions please call 507-467-3722.
Spring Valley Living is hiring full-time and part-time RNs, LPNs and CNAs. Flexible scheduling available! Competitive wages and pay differentials offered. Visit our webpage www.springvalleyliving.org/careers to apply or contact Human Resources at 507-346-1247 for more information! EOE. h28,5-o APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Custodian for the Fillmore County Building Maintenance Department. This is a regular, non-exempt position, eligible for benefits. Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have a high school diploma, or equivalent, and one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a Special Engineer’s License or be able to get one within six months of start date and valid drivers license or evidence of equivalent mobility. Successful candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and be willing to authorize a personal criminal background investigation. Rate of Pay: $13.2796/hour according to the 2016 nonunion pay. Application and job description with complete listing of qualifications may be obtained from: Fillmore County Coordinator Office, 101 Fillmore Street, P. O. Box 466, Preston, MN 55965 or phone (507)765-4566. Applications also available online @ www.co.fillmore.mn.us. County employees are eligible to apply for this position along with the public. Application deadline: 4:30 p.m., Friday, December 16, 2016. EOE. h28,5,12-o Spring Valley Living is currently seeking Universal Workers to help with daily activities in our Senior Apartments. Duties may include housekeeping, meal service, activities and some personal cares. Full-time and part-time overnights and part-time days available. Apply online at www.springvalleyliving.org/ careers. EOE. h28,5-o
Monday, November 28, 2016 MABEL Green Lea senior living is Looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference
P/T HOUSEKEEPER
shifts available
WORK EVERY 3RD WEEKEND AND EVERY OTHER HOLIDAY
CNA
$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS
BONUS-PAY ON WEEKENDS and SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL. "Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."
INFECTION CONTROL/QUALITY ASSURANCE/STAFF EDUCATOR NURSE • MUST BE AN RN • 32 HOURS/WEEK
Contact Michelle Borreson 507-886-6544 ext. 73431
GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939
CNA Part-time evening
position Every other weekend Rotation Holidays Training Available
Preston, Spring Valley & Harmony
•Competetive wages •Benefits available Apply online at www.mapleleafservices.org or call Cherie at 507-765-2107
Green Lea Senior Living 115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954
E.O.E.
Great Place to Work! CMG is Hiring for 1st and 2nd shift production positions.
F/T Permanent positions with OT when available We offer a 401k plan Great Performance is rewarded. $10.00/hour. Excellent Vacation Pkg., Paid 8 hr. for Holidays, Medical & Dental available. If you are looking for a company that you can grow with, this is a great opportunity!!!
Drug Testing & Background Screen Required APPLY IN PERSON AT CMG 3707 Commercial Dr. SW Rochester, 55902 Or call 507-923-4955 We look forward to meeting you!
HALCON & Express Employment Professionals Invites you to our
JOB FAIR
Every Tuesday for the month of November!
Tuesday, November 29th 9:00am – 11:00am
Green Lea Senior Living Nursing Home
• Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center
(507) 493-5436
…because the journey matters.
***Full-time Production***
"Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."
NURSE NURSE AIDE COOK DIETARY AIDE • Evening Shift HOUSEKEEPING • Day Shift
125 5th Ave SE, Spring Grove MN 55974
Contact Samantha or stop by for an application.
$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
Has current openings for experienced, mature, and caring individuals
Contact: Karen Miller, DoN 507.498.3211 Ext. 73427
Hours will vary, mornings and afternoons. Responsible for dining room preparation & meal service. Also bussing tables & washing tables.
Part-time and Full-time RN
…because the journey matters
Inquire about Benefits New Wage Scale New Shift/Weekend Differential
PARTTIME DIETARY AID/COOK POSITION AVAILABLE
MABEL Green Lea senior living is Looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference
115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 • EOE
- Paid training - Flexible scheduling - Great for High School Students
COME JOIN OUR TEAM!
GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER
Positions Available Evening Shift, 2-10pm
CNA
Full-Time, Evenings & Nights Part-Time, Days
Are you a kindhearted, compassionate, and caring person who wants to make a difference?
…because the journey matters
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SERVICES
Support Staff Positions Available Full-Time & Part-Time
GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER
115 N. Lyndale Ave. Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5436 • EOE
RN/LPN/TMA Full-time & Part-time
RN/LPN
Part-Time – Evening & Nights
For more information contact: Shelly Dolley at 507-886-6544 ext: 73375
Contact Tanya or Joyce
Where old friends become reacquainted and new friendships are found!
P/T DIETARY COOK
Green Lea Senior Living Nursing Home
GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939
GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER
HELP WANTED T
Part-time and Full-time
Contact: Sue Lenz, DON (507) 886-6544 Ext: 73377
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If you have the following qualifications we’d like to talk to you!
Experience painting, machine operating, or carpentry 6 months recent, positive work history Ability to read write and speak English Ability to read a ruler Ability to lift 50lbs, walk and stand, on repetitive basis Express Employment Professionals Offers: Wages range from 1st shift $12/hr to 2nd shift $13/hr Long-term career opportunities Vacation and Holiday pay 1st and 2nd shift opportunities
HALCON (main lobby) 345 Rochester Medical Drive Stewartville, MN 55976 For more information contact:
For more information contact Business Office at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.
Providing services for people with developmental disabilities for 30+ years!
EOE
Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
2518 North Broadway, Rochester 507-285-1616 or 1-800-331-0853 www.expresspros.com
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Monday, November 28, 2016
The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County
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