MCS 01.03.2012 by Mower County Shopper

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Winter Car Care

Call us at 437-7731 to place your classified ad over the phone!

Buy Smart Buy Local!

Consult these experts for worry-free winter driving sider replacing your worn out struts. Your butt will thank you. Engine Oil: Stay current on oil changes and ask for oil that is winter-weather suitable. Other Fluids: Top off your fluids. Or have someone else do it for you. This includes coolant, brakes, transmission, power steering, and yes, windshield washer fluid, too. Air Filter: These are like surgical masks, filtering out harmful stuff. Your engine doesn’t want to breathe dirt, moisture and roadside debris. If your filter is dirty or clogged, get a new one. They’re another one of those easy and affordable changes you can believe in.

Now is the time to prepare your vehicle for the upcoming winter-driving season. Here are a few preventative maintenance tips to help you prepare. Brakes: Check them. Your pads could be worn, your rotors cracked or warped, and your calipers weak. If you’ve never checked, take your vehicle to a mechanic. This is a routine and often complimentary check. Tires: If yours are smooth, get new ones. Or better ones. If yours are fine, make sure they’re properly inflated, or that tread wear is even, not favoring any one area. Consider investing in a set of snow tires. Battery: Open the hood and look at it. If you see weird and chalky growth formations, clean the connections. If your ride has a hard time starting, consider replacing your battery. Summer heat does the most damage to battery life and is why they often fail in the winter. Wiper Blades: If yours don’t work well, replacement is an easy and affordable change. Shocks and Struts: If you dread potholes or have unusually bouncy wheels, con-

Owned & Operated by: Ed & Sue Wells

• Oil Change/Fluid Check • Tire Rotation • Brake Inspection • Inspect Belts and Hoses

Hometown Appliances

Affordable mega matress starting at $399 Frigidaire • Fisher • Maytag Bosch • Whirlpool 1107 1st Ave SW Austin, MN 55912 Samsung • Speed Queen

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Austin, MN • 507-437-7626

5 qt. Jug

5W20, 5W30, 10W30

98 +tax

433-3439

free

Required payment $22.57 per thousand borrowed.

4 count

california java

seedless oranges

69JAVA

4.49% APR* for 60 months Required payment $18.64 per thousand borrowed.

Austin, MN 507-433-1829

*Starting and Charging System *Heating and Cooling *Breaks and Tires

Get the Good Stuff See us for all your Auto Parts Needs

Now Proudly accepting Chamber Bucks!

108 2nd Ave SW, Austin 507-437-8224

*Annual Percentage Rate. Requires a credit score of 680 or higher. No other discounts apply.

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M I N D E D.

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Orange Crush 6 pack 1/2 liter bottles

completes Automotive Service & Sales

Check out our used car inventory on CASautosales.com

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Quality Collision Repairs • Insurance Claims • Personalized Service Before

Albert Lea, MN 507-373-6500

www.accentracu.org • 1-800-533-0448 You qualify for membership if you live, work, worship or attend school in Freeborn or Mower counties.

After

Viper Remote Start Dealer

limit 4

Austin

Call for pricing • 433-9555

FREE 4-Wheel Alignment with 4-Wheel Strut Purchase Owner: Brian Gerhart • 507-567-2626

(Valued at $69.95) • Total Wheel Aligment • Engine Repair • Tire Sales • Complete Diagnostics • Fuel Injection • A/C Service Special Pricing On Shocks & Struts • Call For Details

103 W. Main St. • Brownsdale, MN 55918

103 21st Street SE • Austin, MN • 433-9555 • casautosales.com

Open Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm • Saturday by appointment only

908 12th St. SW, Austin

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chicken

50% bonus gum

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$ 99

8 piece pack

lipton

kemps Select

tea bags

gallon milk

vlasic

Assorted pickles

2 Flavorful .&--0888 grounds #REAMY $ 48

SAve

skim, 1%, 2%

24 oz.

$ 99 20 oz.

Gas Coupon 10¢ off /gallon

SAve $2.00

ham steak

Valid January 7 & 8, 2012

SAve

snickers/twix

$2.00

fresh standard

31¢

HyVee

east coast oysters

shaved turkey

Lb./ $79 gallon

Lb.

$ 99

Austin

M&M

$ 99

$2.21

Lb.

16-24 oz.

OR Tenderloin Sandwich standard bars + drink

SAve

$ 00

12” Single topping pizza

Powerade french cut 8 pack

24 family packs

$2.01

Split/Cottage Bread

with coupon & HyVee reciept

herb roasted

5/$

Crave Country Hearth SMI LE YUMMY Blends ¢ $mild 58

$3.99

eclipse

after 50¢ coupon

$6.00

Joe

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3.99% APR* for 48 months

Fits most cars

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Delicious

101 South Main St., Austin

buy one, get one

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scott

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jumbo muffins

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Pricess effective Saturday, January 7th & Sunday, January 8th 2012 only

6 roll paper towels

37 oz.

• Unibody Repair Specialists • Free Drive-In Estimates • Have your vehicle towed to us in the event of an accident • Autoglass Installation

507-437-2837 1410 21st Ave. NW • Austin

Silver Line Filters

MORE THAN A SIGN IN THE YARD!

2SALE

Quality Service at an Affordable Price.

Reduced Loan Rates on Vehicles and other Secured Loans

11:00 am –1:00 pm 27048 880th Ave, Austin

day

Your One-Stop Center for quality automotive repairs & maintenance

PIEs

Price includes 5 qt. oil and filter

Saturday, Jan. 7

ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS 4 bedroom 2 bath turn of the century. Located on a stunning 13 acres. Newer windows, wraparound deck, triple stall garage, heated out bldg,set up for horses come take a look. $198,900 #4031421

• Tuesday, January 3, 2012 • Vol. 38, No. 1 Southern Minnesota Shoppers, Inc • 3405 W Oakland Avenue • Austin, MN • 507-437-7731

Mrs. smith

open house

The Mower County

donkers

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$2.30/Lb

Any Large Drink

$2.49

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$ 99

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Austin

Zesta Crackers Valid January 7 & 8, 2012

99¢

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limit one with coupon

103 PETS

304 REAL ESTATE HOUSES

IS YOUR DOG LOOKING A LITTLE SHAGGY? Call Lori’s Dog Grooming. Will do glands. Nails only $5.00. 437-6008. 01/103/02

FOR SALE – 3 bedroom, 1 ¾ bath, 2 stall garage, story and a half, large backyard, close to Neveln Elementary and Ellis Middle School. Ask for Melissa at 507-2194958 $ 89,900 Neg. 52/304/02

205 LOST & FOUND LOST – Spoked hub cap, 82 Buick, reward if found. Call Cas 433-9555 or Merv 433-8662. 01/205/03

To the wonderful 603 HANDYMAN SERVICES community of Austin,SIZED FOR MOWER CO-FREEBORN SHOPPER THE HOUSE FIXER, INC. Lic. Contractor does quality

306 REAL ESTATE MOBILE HOMES 3 Bedroom mobile home FOR SALE at 17681 US Hwy 218. $1000.00 down, $175 per month. Contact us for details! Call 507-440-4062 kpmrent.com

On November 20, Nancy and I were overwhelmingly touched by your generosity in naming Knowlton Avenue in our honor. Many friends came to be with us on that cold and brisk day, but the warmth of your participation generated fond memories that we will cherish the rest of our lives. We were proud to have our family here to witness the wonderful people of this community and those who work hard to make Austin a great place to work and raise a family. Thank you for the memories.

FREE TO A GOOD HOME: Three young black & white cats. Very Cute! Call 507-437-7853. 52/208/02

Austin Eagles

Aerie 703, 433-8675, 107 11th St. NE

Wednesday, Jan. 4: Burger Night THUrsday, Jan. 5: Home Made Lunch, Bingo 6 pm friday, Jan. 6: Appetizer Baskets, Happy Hour 5-8 Sunday, Jan. 8: Breakfast-Eggs to Order & More Charitable Gambling Available • Lic. #00412-003

AUSTIN AMERICAN LEGION Wed. Jan. 4 • Post Meeting 7:30 pm Thu. Jan. 5 • Hot Beef or Pork Fri. Jan. 6 • Prime Rib Sat. Jan. 7 • Fish Fry Sun. Jan. 8 • $1.00 Burgers 2-6 pm (Sunday Only- In house special)

Have a Special Event? Call us at 507-437-1151.

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Check out Our NEW Bar Specials Jan. 7 - Heart of Gold Jan. 14 - Blu Simon Jan. 21 - The JNH Band Hours: 3:00 pm to 1:00 am 421 NE 10th St, Austin Gina Luehrs & Mike Beckel, managers

Congratulations to Ryan Clark,

son of Bruce and Laurie Kabris Clark of Shorewood, MN. Ryan was granted a Summer Internship at Apple Inc., Cupertino, CA. He is a graduate of Holy Family Catholic High School, Waconia, MN and is a Junior at Santa Clara University in San Jose, CA, majoring in Business/Finance. Proud grandmother is Joanne Watt Clark, formerly of Austin and now a resident of Bloomington, MN. Other proud relatives are Bonnie Watt Peterson of Austin, Marilyn Watt, Minnetonka, MN, Ed Watt, Hemet, CA, Donna Watt Rohrbacher, Highland Beach, FL, and Shirley Watt, Austin. All of the Watt family members are graduates of Austin High School.

Merry Christmas, and may 2012 be a prosperous year for our hometown.

ances, furniture, televisions and electronics, yard waste, and ect. Any kind of junk from anywhere! Basement, attics, garage. Free estimates. Senior discounts. BEST PRICES. Call anytime. 507-219-9717.

604 JUNK REMOVAL

NATIONAL JUNK REMOVAL – appliances, furniture, - 1/16 page (2.375 x 3.125) electronics, yard debris & unwanted items. Basement, attics, garages. DO YOU HAVE JUNK? Same day pick up. Call today for cleaning specials. FREE estimates. 507-440-8552 www.mnjunkremoval.com

607 MISC. SERVICES

Prices good until January 7th, 2012

Grain Belt Premium Original or Light

Headliner: Mike Merryfield

898

He delivers jokes in a freindly, easygoing style that goes down like a great beer on a hot summer day.

Was $10.48

Captain Morgan

1701 4th St. NW • Austin, MN • 433-1000

on the main stage

98 Was $23.98

1.75 Liter

$ 98 same ounces as a suitcase

“You Can’t Sto� t�e Beat”of t�is Big B�oadway Musical! 800-362-3515

w w w . C h a n h a s s e n D T. C o m

Was $11.98

18 Pack

1.75 Liter

Was $11.98

24 Cans

750 ML

Was $13.98

1148

Lord Calvert Canadian

1098

12 Bottles

Was $13.98

750 ML

Was $10.98

1.75 Liter

Founding Fathers American Lager Provides Financial Support for Military Families

Was $13.98

18 Pack

Was $14.48

E&J Brandy

1498 1.75 Liter

Was $17.98

Barefoot Wines Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot, Moscato, Riesling...and MORE!

498

750 ML

Was $6.98

FOR SALE – 1996 Explorer 4x4, 150,000 miles, good tires, new fuel pump, new front end parts. $1,300.00 or best offer. Call 507-433-2620 after 5:30. 52/706/02 708 AUTOMOTIVE PARTS & SUPPLIES FOR SALE BRAD PENN OIL, The Green Oil that protects and performs in your Hotrod. 10W30, 10W40,20W50 & 30W Breakin, 50W & 70W. Available from R & S RACING 1025 S Broadway, Albert Lea. 507-373-5907.

Shopper Carrier NEEDED

614 ROOFING SERVICES er Build HURRY! Wint soon! Program ends

Size

From All Of Us At Northstar

Priced buildings not

Sale ends Jan 31, 2012 pictured. Built on your

24x24x8’4” .....$6,700 40x72x14 .....$21,000 60x81x16 .....$35,200 Prices are for 39# total truss load

level site,subject to local building codes, snowload requirements, crew travel in some areas and prices are subject to change without notice. Delivery not included. Mn Lic #BC048615

Wishing You a Prosperous New Year!

ROOFING – reasonable rates. Free estimates. References, licensed, bonded, insured. Meineke Roofing & Construction. 437-8126. 01/614/03

705 AUTOS WANTED – CASH FOR CLUNKERS – do not need to run. No not need to move. 4 flat tires okay, too. Paying $185 & up. Call me at 507-291-7405 or 434-4011. FOR SALE – 1991 Lincoln Mark VII, low miles, new tires, Call 507-589-0069 for more information. 2008 HONDA FIT SPORT – 5 speed, blue, air, cruise, cd, brand new tires, like new, 52,000 miles. $9,995. 507440-0395 43/705/45c

David Baldner 2120 Consul St., Albert Lea, MN

FOR SALE - Just in time for Christmas, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee, loaded in excellent condition, for details call507-433-4909. 51/705/51

507-373-9000

FINANCIAL PROBLEMS? YES! YOU CAN STILL FILE BANKRUPTCY!

M i t c h e l l C o u n t y, I o w a

LAND AUCTION (SUBJECT TO SURVEY)

CALL (507) 387-3188 DAILEY LAW OFFICE Mankato, MN 56001

• 5 TRACTS

For over 35 years we have helped more people with these problems than any law firm in Southern Minnesota. This law office is a debt relief agency that helps people file for bankruptcy relief.

Land is located in Sections 1, 12 & 21 of Burr Oak Township and Sections 6 & 7 of Douglas Township. Tracts 1, 2 & 3 are located 3 miles east of Osage, IA and Tracts 4 & 5 are located 6 miles northeast of Osage, IA.

FARMS REPRESENT HIGHLY PRODUCTIVE TILLABLE FARMLAND WITH CSR'S IN THE 80'S!

Wilma Grifhorst Estate LOIS HARMS & PAUL GRIFHORST, EXECUTORS

REPRESENTING AND CLOSING ATTORNEY: EARL W. HILL 35 Main Avenue South • P.O. Box 301 •Britt, Iowa • Phone 641-843-4491

Farm represents highly productive tillable farmland! FOR ADDITIONAL INFO. CONTACT:

JIM HUFF AT 319-931-9292 MT. PLEASANT, IOWA

16 Ounce

2000 Safari AWD Passenger Van - V6, 4300 Vortec engine, AM/FM/CD, PS, PB, PW, PS & lots of extras. Well cared for inside & out. 130,000 miles. Sold for $28,000.00 new, Asking $5,000.00. Can be seen at 1420 Swanhill Dr., Albert Lea or call 952-356-4013.

Residential walks and driveways. Fair, thorough, and courteous. Please call Doug 507-219-0115.

Ph. 217-847-2160 • www.sullivanauctioneers.com • IL LIC. #444000107

Busch Light

Was $16.98

Menagé a Trois Red Wine

Phillips Vodka

1098

Kahlua Coffee Liqueur

Natural Light or Natural Ice 16 Ounce

Presented by

Original, Light, Ice

12 Bottles

Contact Jayna Fett at 433-9403 to reserve tickets today!

Milwaukee’s Best

PETERSON TREE SERVICE- Trimming/Removal, Lot/ Grove Clearing, Stump Chipping, Licensed & Insured. ISA Certified Arborist. Over 45 yrs combined experience. We work all year round. FREE Estimates. 507373-1171 or 800-795-1216 or email petersontree@yahoo.com 50/608/03

706 TRUCKS / SUVS

612 SNOW REMOVAL

SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS, LLC

Holiday Inn Conference Center

608 LAWN / GARDEN SERVICES

GOTCHA COVERED PAINTING – interior, exterior, homes, farms, trim. Also, paint steel aluminum siding. Call 507-219-9854. 01/610/03

TUES., JANUARY 31 • 10:00 A.M.

Alaskan Amber Ale is HERE!

❖ Tuesday, January 3, 2012 ❖ MOWER COUNTY SHOPPER ❖ PAGE 7 JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS – looking for someone to paint your house, inside or out? Looking for someone to build that deck? Have you always been meaning to fix up something but can’t afford it? I can help. All things big & small. Call Mark, 507-219-0574.

610 PAINTING SERVICES

SALE TO BE HELD AT THE CEDAR RIVER EVENT CENTER COMPLEX, 1006 CHESTNUT STREET, OSAGE, IOWA

Friday, Jan. 27th • 7:30 pm

952-934-1525

carpentry, wall & ceiling texturing, tile, etc. References & insured John 438-1991. 42/603/02

402± ACRES

Austin

National Touring Comics

Household Appliances & Commercial Cooking Products. 29 Years Experience, Reasonable Rates. Call Orrin Mortensen at 507-256-8099 ANYTIME.

CONSULTANT NAMES: See insertion order for which names/city to add under “Call today.... ”

208 GIVE AWAY

Dining & Entertainment

Put theON code (see insertion order) in very small type the bottom ad in an AREA open spot. THE SPOT APPLIANCE SERVICE willatRepair mostof theAUSTIN JUNK REMOVAL – We take old appli-

Also Buying

Auto

I-35 Recycling

Aluminum,

(No aluminum cans)

Brass & Copper

Highest Prices for Scrap Cars, Trucks, Farm Machinery, Iron & Steel Pick Up Service & Roll Off Boxes Available Exit #18 (Clarks Grove) East 100 Yards Then North 1 Mile on Co. Rd. 45 (4 miles North of Albert Lea)

507-256-7375

FRENCH MASTIFF – Ages 10 months to 3 years. $300 each. Call 507-219-1218. 01/103/03

SEE InSErtIon SEnt Call us at orDEr 437-7731 to EArLIEr. place your classified ad over the phone!

RD. 4

DEADLINE is Friday at 10:00 am for the following Tuesday’s publication. To place your classified ad in the Mower County Shopper, stop in at 3405 W. Oakland Ave., Austin or call us at 507-437-7731 to place your ad over the phone using a credit card. THE MOWER COUNTY SHOPPER does not endorse or accept responsibility for any claims, products or services expressed or implied in advertisement within this publication. If you have questions or concerns, first contact the vendor or the product or service. If you do not get results, you may choose to contact your local or state Better Business Bureau

SCHEDULE: Call us at 437-7731 to place your classified ad over the phone! CODE:

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CLARKS GROVE IT

Auction

Saturday, January 7th, 2012 10:00 a.m. OAK PARK MALL

1301 18th Ave NW, Austin, MN 55912

Auctioneers Note: We are pleased to offer quality items from the Harry Hoffman & Joyce Eblen Estates. Sale is Indoors, with Preview Friday Night from 6-8 p.m. Antiques & Collectables: Gorham Sterling Silver Service for 8 with Extra’s (Approx. wt. 53 Troy oz.), Pedal Tractor, Vintage Child’s Rocking Horse, Edison Cylinder Phonograph, Several Cylinder Records, Keystone & Richo Movie Projectors, Review & Editing Equipment, Galvanized Items, Milk Box, China Including Haviland Dishs, Noritake Tea Set, Red Wing Vase, Glassware Including Pink Depression, Aviation Books, LP’s, 45’s, Old Magazines from 50’s-70’s, Scrap Books, Marbles, Buttons, Old Tins (Hormel, Ann Page, & Old Dutch), & More. Furniture: Vintage Buffet, Dressers, Beds, Night Stands, Rocker Recliners, Cochran Drop-leaf Table & Chairs, Unfinished Chairs, Drop Front Desk, Sofa, & More. Household & Miscellaneous: Wards & White Sewing Machines, Safe, Bedding & Linens, Towels, Shelving, 1847 Rogers Bros. Silver-plate set, Mobility Push Unit, Games, Usual Kitchen Items, & More. Gun: H&R 22 Long 6 Shot Revolver Model #649 w/Leather Holster & Strap. Outdoor & More: John Deere SX95 Riding Mower, Old Time Water Pump, Air Compressor, Ariens Snow Blower, Snapper 5hp Lawn Mower, Hand Tools, Gas Grill, Glider Bench, Heavy Duty Utility Table, & More! Auction Conducted & Clerked by: Thompson Auction Service: Col. Dave Thompson (50-114) 507-438-9646, Col. Al Smith (50-111) 507-440-3506. Not responsible for Accidents. Usual Terms & Conditions apply – All Items Sold AS-IS unless otherwise stated - Cash or Bankable Check accepted – All items to be paid for before removal. Statements made day of Sale take precedence over written materials. Lunch Available

in Hayfield call Amy at 507-437-7731 Puzzle Page Answers

Puzzle 1 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.49)

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551 HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

FLIPPIN, FURNITURE –Second hand furniture 125 North Main. Next to Flaherty Paint. Mon-Fri 10-6 and Sat. 10-4. 50/551/52 FOR SALE - LG stainless steel refrigerator 25 CF, French doors, large freezer compartments. Ice maker with extra tall water dispenser. New, never used. Pd. $2,400 asking $1,000 O.B.O. Call 507-279-1928. Furniture and Mattresses “Clearance Center” 57% and more off. Just reduced 7 sofas under $400.00 and as low as $329.00, recliners under $300.00, sectionals and reclining sofas at comparable savings. Missed match mattress, sets all sizes while quantity last. Lane, Flexsteel, Ashley, Simmons and England. Over 250 items in the “Clearance Center” MORRIS FURNITURE Albert Lea, MN. 507-373-6434 www.morrisfurniture.com. 51/551/04

553 MISC. FOR SALE

Place your classified ad in five markets for only $40!

Bring your trophy to a State Champion Taxidermist with 20 Years Experience. GARY’S LIFE-LIKE TAXIDERMY of Albert Lea 507-373-8437. Ask Gary about his BIG BUCK CONTEST! FOR SALE - $250 7.5 HSP Simplicity Snowblower reverse-2 stage, electric or pull start. Runs good. Call 4372843. 01/556/03

Bankrupt? Need a loan?

H H H H H H H H H H H H

$500,000

416 1st St SW Grand Meadow, MN

we help you re-establish your credit we are open 24 hours

1-877-747-9402

US Bankruptcy Auction

Steve Moline Auctioneer Nice 1-2 bedroom home in Grand Meadow GREAT income opportunity will sell to the highest bidder. Moline Auction Company for bidder registration and info packet. Contact Steve 507-438-1794

19.95

+ Tax

OPEN HOUSEs Sat. jan. 7th 11:15 Am TO 12:15 AM 2003 11th St SW

Hosted by Scott Ulland Beautiful Ranch style house in Bustad Addition. Many, Many updates that include windows, doors, siding, roof, furnace, kitchen, 2 gas fireplaces and even a 16 x 20 heated workshop added off the back of the garage. 2 utility sheds and gorgeous landscaping. This is a great home. $174,900. Call Scott Ulland 433-9534. 4032492

for sale

farmland

106 acres of productive land. All one field. Well tiled. Over 92 CPI rating. Sargeant township. $808,000 Hunting land 548 acres all one piece in WRP & RIM NW of Austin $412,500. Agent Gary Johnson

12:30 Pm TO 1:30 pM 18091 US HWY 218

Hosted by Scott Ulland 5.41 acre property with nice 3 bedroom home, 4 stall garage, horse shed, fenced pastures and more. $159,900. Call Scott Ulland 433-9534. 4029637. South from Austin approx. 3 miles on HWY 218

John F. Spatenka Realty Center

140 W. Pearl, Owatonna, MN 55060

Starting At

699

APARTMENTS, HOMES & OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE – apts.: efficiency, 1, 2, 3 bedrooms. Homes: 2, 3 & 4 bedrooms. We have options to include all utilities on our apts. Please call for details. Call for our current list of available apts. & homes at 507-358-7774. www. aleres.com 51/308/01

$959

+ tax (Includes Basic Installation)

+ Tax

3 FREE 5 Gallon Bottles To New Bottled Water Customers Austin, MN • 507-437-2589

Call Greg Reese at 507-402-5157

KENWOOD HERITAGE – Has senior living rental apartments * AVAILABLE NOW. Please call Michelle Knode at 507-434-7237 for more information. 50/308/52

308 RENTAL APARTMENTS

starting at

(Includes Basic Installation)

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307 ASSISTED LIVING RENTAL APARTMENTS

Softener Rentals

starting at

$21.95

See pictures of our beautiful apartments and homes and check out our current promotions at kpmrent.com ONLY A COUPLE OF 1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE! In the city, close to downtown. Nice apartments, affordable price. $445-$460. Laundry available, most locations. All basic utilities included. Call 507440-4062. kpmrent.com. 01/308/03 CHEAP COUNTY LIVING! 1 Bedroom apartments ONLY $375 per month! All basic utilities included. Call 507-440-4062. kpmrent.com 01/308/03

custom trucks • cars • locating • upfitting

+ tax

Denis Flaherty

Sean Flaherty

Jay Montag

Airport Rd. & Hi-Tech Ave. | Albert Lea , MN | 507-383-2680

Notice of Filing for Nevada Township Notice is hereby given that filing for the Annual Township Election to be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, will be open Tuesday, January 3, 2012 and will close on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. Office to be elected is: 1 Supervisor - 3 year term 1 Clerk - 2 year term Filing may be done at the clerk's home at 59034 140th St, Rose Creek, MN 55970. Filing fee: $2.00 Dawn Helgeson, Clerk 507-325-4158

H H H H H H H H H H H H

Ask for Gary 507-456-8287 or 507-455-0096

On Demand Water Softeners

R.O. Systems

1702 17th St. NW - Ste C, Office: 507-433-0013

resolved bad credit?

real estate & auction company

public auction

Realty Plus

601 APPLIANCE SERVICES

We offer loans up to

R.O. Rental

Compare Your Rental Rates To Ours or Check Out One of our Lease to Own Programs.

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LARRY’S GARAGE DOORS – garage door sales, installation, repairs. All makes & models. No job too big or small! Call 433-2188. 01/557/03

554 SPORTING GOODS

REALTOR

Our Everyday Deals

557 GARAGE DOORS

For Sale: 4 Stall Aluminum 2 Axle Snowmobile Trailer, $2,100.00. Call 507-448-2051 or 507-402-3614.

437-8232 711 1st ave. sw, austin

Real Estate

556 SNOWBLOWERS

Place your classified ad in five markets for only $40!

A Tradition of Service Since 1978

Sterling

FAWVER AGENCY

Multiple Listing Service REALTOR 609 West Oakland Ave • 1-800-309-1112 www.fawver.com Charlie Fawver, Broker

REAL ESTATE

“We Bring People Home” 1426 1st Ave. SW • Austin, MN 1-800-864-3842 ros

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$189,900 • 4030649

Impressive up to date 4 bedroom, 3 bath, open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, custom oak cabinets, extra large egress windows, heated garage.

Looking for carefree living come see this one owner 2 bedroom 2 bath townhome in Orchard Creek. Fully landscaed. Main bath with walk in closet. Well cared for and move in ready. All appliances stay. $169,900 • 4033080 No more stairs! 2-3 bedroom ranch, main floor laundry, patio doors off to a beautiful backyard & patio. Full rec room, bath & potential bedroom down, central air, 2 car garage. Maintence free siding windows. Newer roof & electrical service. 3 season porch. $149,900 • 4031818 Serenity and view...look out your front window at the wildlife and flowing creek. All modern kitchen w/ ceramic flooring, formal dining, main floor family room w/fireplace, deck on private backyard. Egress window in the basement. 150 AMP service. Ceramic floor in the basement. 3 stall garage with one tandem. Refinished wood floors and all new accent wall. $125,000 • 4029581

433-1833

www.austinsterlinghomes.com

433-1111

LOADED WITH EXTRAS This nicely updated, tastefully decorated 5BR 2-bath Split has it all and as a bonus it is resting on a spectacular, serene double lot with trees, wildlife & peaceful setting. $166,900 • 4031108

JERRY WOLESKY GRI 433-1111 279-2174

WELL MAINTAINED INCOME PROPERTY

Check out this 4-plex with spacious main flr unit & 3 efficiency units up. New roof, new water heater, new furnace/air, stl siding, gazebo, garage & off street parking. NW. $97,500 • 4030417

KEITH LEIF

219-1760

WALKING DISTANCE To downtown area is home to this inexpensive, well kept 1BR 2-bath Condo with hardwood floors, dining room, central air, full basement & garage. Incl all appliances. $49,900 • 4018352

PATTY BLASER

BOB CLARK

RON FELTEN

433-1111

279-4000

GREAT LOOKING ALL BRICK 3BR 2-bath Ranch nestled into wooded dbl lot with privacy. Nice open eat in kitchen, formal living/dining rm, 2fireplaces, sun rm, rec rm, deck, c/a & attached garage. $139,500 • 4031029

433-1111

438-9354

FANTASTIC SW LOCATION For this unique, loaded 3BR 3-bath Multi-Level home. Has hardwd flrs, formal dining, eat in kitchen, family rm, fireplace, sun rm, c/a, patio, shed & heated dbl garage. $250,000 • 4031603

433-1111

438-0310

ON MATURE SW BUSTAD LOT Rests this gorgeous 5BR 4-bath home with cathedral ceilings, formal dining plus eat in kitchen, mstr bedrm suite, family rm, 2-fireplaces, c/a, deck, shed & dbl att garage. $212,500 • 4031590

REALTOR

MLS

433-1111

433-1111 Mutiple Listing Service REALTOR

Ulwelling & Hollerud 111 NW 4TH ST. NW 433-3392 • 1-888-392-3392 www.semnrealtors.com

R anch style home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor laundry,fireplace, deck, attached 2 car garage, 2 car detached garage. The interior needs updating through out. Call for details. 4033999 • $55,440 3 Bedroom 2 Story home. Original woodwork. Very well maintained on corner lot. 4033079 • $64,900

William Danielson Realtor, A-REO

Nancy Ulwelling Broker/Owner

Art Hollerud Broker/Owner

You are always welcome here!

2 Bedroom home in NW, Newer flooring. Main floor laundry. Electic updated. Will accept Contract for Deed. 4031551 • $29,900

R anch style home with hard wood floors, 3 bedrooms, partial finished basement, steel and brick exterior, and CA. 4033414 • $74,900

1.5 Story home with newer siding, furnace, 100 amp service & A/C. No worries here. 3 Season porch, Deck & eat-in-kitchen. Nice 2 car garage. Assessment to be paid by seller at time of closing. 4031068 • $49,900

2 Story home features a fenced yard, 2 car garage with alley access, porch, dining room,newer windows, and a partial finished basement. This is Fannie Mae HomePath Property. 4033713 • $37,500

Fuhrman Real Estate 109 First Avenue Southeast Austin, MN 55912

Joe Fuhrman . . . . . . Mary Lou Olson . . . Phyllis Prybelski . . . Amy Lonergan . . . . Sandy Mallan, GRI, Mary Lindgren . . . . John Morrison . . . . Heather Anderson . Tim Saaranen . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ABR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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437-6665 567-2182 438-3436 437-6007 279-4111 433-4380 440-5100 438-5882 440-8742

1-800-974-6665 or 507-437-6665

Open House

Saturday, January 7th • 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 607 12th St SW

Hurry on in to see this great 1.5 story home. Mom will love the large eat-in kitchen with lots of beautiful cabinets and pantry, plus the appliances stay. Living room, 2 bedrooms and bath on main. One large bedroom up. Rec room down and basement is dry. Oversized two stall garage, fenced yard, C/A, steel siding on house and vinyl on garage. Call soon. $78,500 • 4033703

Preplanning Showing You Care

1801 4th St. NW • Austin, MN • www.worlein.com

• Pre-Arrangement • Pre-Funding For all your preplanning needs

Contact Mary Kittelson 433-5000

Deaths Kenneth Magee, 79 Died Dec 22nd Elmer Deick, 88 Died Dec 18th Earl Butler, 69 Died Dec 21st Sue Struthers, 60 Died Dec 19th Harold Johnson, 91 Died Dec 22nd Anita Smith, 90 Died Dec 22nd

Hosted by Mary Lou Olson

www.fuhrmanrealestate.com • email: info@fuhrmanrealestate.net

Paul J Toft, 75 Died Dec 15th

Mary Callahan, 78 Died Dec 23rd Brian Corkill, 51 Died Dec 23rd Roger Ingvalson, 83 Died Dec 24th Robert Heikes, 66 Died Dec22nd Nancy Theobald, 75 Died Dec 26th Dorothy Miller, 93 Died Dec 21st

1801 4th St. NW • Austin, MN • www.worlein.com

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We accept credit cards! Place your ad over the phone!

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE $495 $695. We have the 2 bedroom for you! Some city, some country. Laundry available. Call 507-440-4062. kpmrent.com 01/308/03

Artistry Weddings & Events needs a person to do professional ironing of table lines. Must have knowledge of ironing on delicate fabrics. Call 434-8006, leave message. 51/403/02

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT in Leroy, very nice! Laundry, parking, garden patio, and paid utilities, lease. Call 507-937-3193. 51/308/01

CARE ATTENDENT FOR ADULT – In home, house keeping, overnight shifts & possible travel. $13/hour, Spring Valley. Call 507-251-2978. 51/403/02

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT AVAILABLE IN A PEACEFUL COUNTRY SITE. On-site laundry and utilities included. $575 per month and $575 deposit. For application and showing call 433-8548. 52/308/02

Looking for a part time Nanny. Thur., Fri, and Sat. 2pm – 11pm. 3 kids ages 3,6,and 12. Must be able to cook and play. Need 4 references please. $ 7.25 per hour. Call for Interview: Trinity 507-440-6515. 01/403/03

1 & 2 BEDROOM – Apartments in Austin with utilities included. 507-438-8311. 01/308/03

NOW HIRING: Companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500.00 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 DEPT. MN-485. 01/403/03

LARGE 3 BEDROOM – Main floor apt. Utilities included. No smoking, No pets $650 per month. Call 433-3173.

309 RENTAL BUSINESS/OFFICE Commercial property for lease, conveniently located near Trimble’s Cycle Center Highway 218 South. Possibilities are unlimited, would make a great auto shop or retail. Please call 507-438-1698. 52/309/02

313 RENTAL HOUSES 3 BEDROOM HOUSE – Home for rent in SW location $775 plus deposit, finished basement, 2 car garage, Available Jan. 1st For appointment call 438-1126. 4 BEDROOM 2 BATH – 2 Story with basement in NE side $800 per month + deposit of $800 and utilities. Spacious home. AVAILABLE JANUARY 1st. Call 433-1858 or 434-7845. 52/313/02 HOUSE FOR RENT – SW 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH WITH GARAGE AND PARKING. No pets. $650 deposit, $650/month rent + utilities. Call 507-363-6674. 2 PLUS BEDROOM – Fresh, clean. Central air 707 8th Ave SW. $600/ month plus deposit and utilities. No pets 567-2319 Avaliable immediately. 01/313/03

403 EMPLOYMENTS

Smelly, Rusty Water?

407 DAYCARE NEED CHILDCARE? TLC Daycare has openings for 1st shift. Licensed 23 years, food program and more. For more information, call 433-8138, ask for Linda.

501 ANTIQUES Flea Market: Rochester Mayo Civic Center, Sunday, January 15, 2012. Antiques, collectibles, jewelry, new, old. Admission $2, tables $15. Phone 641-832-2700 or 507-269-1473. 52/501/02

502 AUCTIONS KRAL AUCTION COMPANY - for all your auction needs. “Let Our Family Help Your Family”. Call Tim 507-4387993 or Greg 507-473-0338. www.kralauction.com 51/502/01

503 WANTED TO BUY WANTED: Cars, Trucks & Junk Cars $150.00 & up & up. Copper, Aluminum & Brass. Car Batteries. Call 641512-7334 or 507-377-0547 after 2:00PM.

PUZZLE PAGE

Call Your Water Solution Experts

433-3737

1308 8th St NE, Austin, MN

www.culliganiswater.com

ROLLING GREEN FENCING INC. 22519 860th Ave. • Albert Lea, MN 56007

“Quality Products for Quality People” Leader in Fencing Products and Installation Chain Link, Vinyl, Wood, Hi-tensile, Woven NICK WANGEN Office (507) 433-4845 Fax (507)433-7523 Cell (507) 438-3386

• 24 Hour Emergency Service • Free Estimates • Service on all Brands

507-433-9076

807 12th St SW, Austin

Kevin Purrier Scrap

Buyer of Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Metals Auto, Electrical, Farm, Plumbing and much more

"You Call, I'll Haul"

507-358-0847

Email: purrierscrap@hotmail.com

Big b Too No Jo oo Small T b o J No

Word Scramble

9 9

Will pay up to $200 for whole vehicles

Look For The Answers To Puzzle on Page 7

2 9 7 9

5 2

1 8

5 9

WANTED TO BUY – Military items, weapons, vehicles, memorabilia, junk motorcycles, 4 wheelers, parts and ect. Call 507-433-3750. 50/503/52 STONEWARE WANTED – Collector paying $1,000+/for large, salt glazed crocks. Also want jugs, water coolers & churns, especially advertising pieces. Call 507775-6698. 52/503/02

504 COMPUTERS

COMPUTER REPAIR and upgrades. Professional services. References available. Call 433-8784.

507 FIREWOOD OAK FIREWOOD FOR SALE. FREE DELIVERY. AUSTIN AND ALBERT LEA AREA. CALL 438-9181 WOOD PELLETS SALE – Premium Softwood Pellets $215. per ton Full pallet price $4.75 by the bag. Len’s Wood Products… 1/2 mile north of Oakland. 507-4337807. 52/507/02

Across 1. Gyro wrappers 6. Goya’s “Duchess of ___” 10. Become unhinged 14. “Haste makes waste,” e.g. 15. Function customarily served by another 16. Blue hue 17. Joined together again 19. City on the Yamuna River 20. Keen 21. Football playing field 23. Male hormone 25. Magical drink 27. “Dear” one 28. “___ Ng” (They Might Be Giants song) 29. “Buenos ___” 32. “___ go!”, slang 36. Words interpreted two ways (2 wds) 40. Any Platters platter 41. “Cut it out!” 42. Common deciduous tree 43. ___ v. Wade 45. Wanderers 48. Reinforcement 53. Woman who receives patron’s support 54. Kvetch 58. Bringing up the rear 59. Malign 61. Hip bones 62. ___-friendly 63. Member of Quechuan people in Peru 64. Beach shades 65. ___ Station 66. Cast out Down 1. Legal prefix 2. Bad day for Caesar

Barb Prantner January 12th

Love, Kids, grandkids & great-grandkids

3. Boor’s lack 4. Rabbitlike rodent 5. Pliable plastic explosive 6. “Aladdin” prince 7. Fast talk 8. Fermented alcoholic beverages 9. Examinations of financial accounts 10. Carpet runner holder 11. The “N” of U.N.C.F. 12. Composer Copland 13. 747, e.g. 18. Near 22. Condescend 24. Attempts 25. Carbon compound 26. Extol 28. “Much ___ About Nothing” 30. Amazon, e.g. 31. Backgammon piece 33. Put one’s foot down? 34. After-dinner selection 35. “Don’t ___!” 37. Catholic clergy’s caps 38. Freetown currency unit 39. Word derived from person’s name 44. Small dish for serving poultry product 46. Bully 47. Equipping with weapons 48. Divided 49. Start of a refrain 50. Pine sap derivative 51. Bait 52. She had “the face that launched a

thousand ships” 55. Defensive spray 56. Flight data, briefly (acronym, pl.) 57. Cost of living? 60. Ashes holder

truck got the droops?

• We Level All Brands •

Flaherty’s

Hi-Tech Motorwerks

Airport Road & Hi-Tech Ave., Albert Lea • 1-507-373-2464

Building Solutions for all your storage needs www.prehnbuildingsales.com

507-288-3563 Small Engine Tune-up Spark plug, air filter, oil change, change cutting blade, adjust carborator

507-554-0002

$35 Plus Parts

Lyle, MN

507-440-8552

www.mnjunkremoval.com When All Else Fails, We Don’t.

Auto Clinic - Bartley Automotive www.midtownautoclinic.com Complete Auto Repair Service 1400 10th Dr SE Austin, MN 55912

507-433-2751

WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters in each word to spell something pertaining to New Year’s Eve.

SRYCTLA LBLA

CDL/OTR Driver Wanted

Driver benefits included. Paid Holidays, Vacation Pay, Health Insurance, 401K

Trucking Austin, MN • 800-634-3317

Happy “85” Birthday

Thank you

We would like to express a heartfelt thank you to Father Loomis, Father Schaefer, Dr Schindler, Mary Fargen, all the staff at the Adams Clinic, family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, classmates, The Austin Hospice care providers, the staff if the heart department at Mayo Health System in Austin, Bubbles, Heimer Foods, the ladies at the church who served the lunch, and the Adams Funeral Home. Everyone’s expressions of sympathy, thoughts, prayers, food, memorials, flowers and visits meant a great deal to us and will never be forgotten. We are truly blessed. The Family of Ben Thome

We accept credit cards! Place your ad over the phone!

Day Training & Habilitation Manager Cedar Valley Services is seeking an experienced DTH manager at our corporate office in Austin. Responsibilities include supervision and scheduling of all assigned direct care staff as well as development of individual habilitation plans. The DTH manager is responsible for maintaining quality client services to meet all applicable state and federal regulations. Must possess above average written and verbal communication skills and the ability to deal professionally and effectively with both internal and external CVS customers. Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field required with a minimum two years experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. Send/email/fax resume to Cedar Valley Services, Attn: Human Resources, 2111 4th St. NW, Austin, MN 55912, email hnewman@cedarvalleyservices.org, Fax: 507-433-8880

Application deadline 1/13/12 CVS is an EOE employer

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Employment Opportunities Job Coach

Cedar Valley Services has openings for two job coaches. Part time in our Contract Services/Janitorial Dept., M-F, 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Full time in our Cedar Valley Laundry Dept., 30 hours a week, hours and days of work may vary. Responsibilities include vocational and personal training to adults with developmental disabilities and maintaining accurate daily records of individual attendance and production. This position requires above average communication and people skills, ability to work independently as well as in a team environment and meet the physical demands of the job, which includes bending and lifting a maximum of 50 pounds. Qualifications include a high school diploma and an acceptable driving record. To apply please send or email resume to hnewman@cedarvalleyservices.org., or come in and fill out an application at 2111 4th St. NW, Austin.

Masterson Personnel

has immediate openings for

•Sanitation •Machine Operators • Warehouse •Production Line Leads •Production Cooks •General Production

Stop by 104 11th Ave NW, Austin, MN 55912 between 9am-3pm; Mon-Fri to fill out an application 507-219-5673

holiday special

800.328.7224 X205

OR ONLINE AT WWW.LAWRENCETRANS.COM

GRAIN MILLERS, INC.

Production Position Openings Grain Millers, Inc. has openings in several 12 hour night production positions. Primary responsibilities include operation of the milling, packaging or preparing finished product for shipping. HS graduate or equivalent required. Would prefer mechanical aptitude for operator position. Equal Opportunity Employer, Pre-employment Drug Screen and background check are required. Please complete application at 605 Grain Millers Drive in St. Ansgar or submit your resume to the following email or fax number: HR.STAnsgar@grainmillers.com or Fax: 641-713-4101

Accepting applications for RN, LPN, CNA Looking for qualified persons with experience in long term care and geriatrics preferred. Sacred Heart Care Center 1200 12th St. SW Austin, MN 55912 507-433-1808 E.O.E

through the Holidays!

flooring

CONSTRUCTION

*Electronics *Appliances

*Furniture *Any Junk Or Debris

Adam Meyer Construction •New Construction •Remodeling •Roofing & Windows •Garages & Additions •Fencing Licensed & Insured 20 years of experience

drivers wanted

COMPANY DRIVERS MEDICAL, DENTAL, & VISION INSURANCE 401K PAID VACATION & HOLIDAY

PIECES OF TIME ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES of Brownsdale will be open Saturdays from 9-5 or call Jim at 438-1993 for special times or an item you are looking for. 30 years of collecting & my sheds are full. Lots of different items and lower prices. 51/550/01

Picking up Junk 8am- 10pm

507-219-9717

Be REWARDED for your driving

OWNER OPERATORS PAID BASE PLATE DISCOUNT INSURANCE PERMITS PAID FUEL SAVINGS PROGRAM SHOP DISCOUNT FUEL SAVINGS PROGRAM

550 SALES – OUTSIDE OF AUSTIN

Business & Professional Service Directory

Junk Removal

CVS is an EOE employer

We are looking for professional company drivers as well as owner operators to join our regional and long haul fleets. $1500 ANNUAL SAFETY INCENTIVE SIGN–ON BONUS FOR ALL NEW FULL TIME DRIVERS $500 REFERRAL BONUS

FIREWOOD – All oak firewood, split small great for fireplace, delivered. Call 437-6165. 01/507/03

Adam Meyer

antiques

Pieces of Time

Antiques & Collectibles, Odds & Ends

• Primitives • Household • Crafts

Dec. SALE Make an offer any item will deal

Jim Baumgartner Cell: 507-438-1993

Thu & Fri 12-5 • Sat 9-5 106 N Brownsdale, MN Hwy 56 (next to Greenway)

building Sales Professional-Grade Building Materials Contractorsand andHomeowners Homeownerschoose choose...ProBuild Contractors . . . ProBuild

438-3467

Lic.# 20593010

SIDING/windows Over 50 years Combined Experience Insured

MORGAN-BRAATEN Siding/Windows

• Steel & Vinyl Siding • Sofet Facia • Doors Steve • Brownsdale, MN 507-567-2287 Dean • Grand Meadow, MN Lic. # 20580405 507-754-5682 • 507-951-3160

farm bureau financial Services

Auto • Home • Life • Annuities Business • Farm/Ranch • Health

Kitchen Experts Free Estimates!

3714 4th Street NW, AUSTIN

P: 433-3454

Plumbing & Heating

Davidson Plumbing Joe Davidson

Owner/Operator "At your service" 24 Hour Service Formerly Williams Plumbing & Heating 1300 10th Drive SE • Austin, MN 55912

507-433-3088

Insurance • Investments

Wyn Alexander

507•437•0035 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota provides health coverage only and is an independent licencee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Farm Bureau agents are authorized independent agents of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. (bold) Securities and services offered through EquiTrust Marketing Services, LLC, 5400 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266, 877/860-2904, Member SIPC, Affiliate Farm Bureau Financial Services.

ANSWER : Crystal Ball