Mower County Shopper 110723

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MOWER COUNTY SHOPPER

WEEKLY DEADLINE Thursday by 10 am

Deadline for ALL Display Ads is 10 am the Thursday prior to the following Tuesday’s publication of the Mower County Shopper.

Calling All Kiddos

It’s Sterling Toys’ first big event, and you’re invited!

November 10th - 12th cluding t deals in-store, in We will have grea O-free offers. even a few BOG d an ys to f of % 40

On Saturday, November 11, the day will be filled with fantastic fun just for the kiddos!

• Decorate a Christmas Ornament • Face Painting • All Kids Will Receive a FREE Treat

• Spin Our Wheel of Colors for a Chance to Win Free Toys • Create a Christmas Wish List

YourSterlingToys.com | 1305 1st Ave SW, Austin |

Sterling Austin

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Who Am I?

How to play: Do you know these local business men and women? Match each photo below their ad. Write the corresponding number in the blank square below their picture. Match all of these ads correctly and you could win a gift card!

One winner will be randomly drawn from all correct entries received. Correct answers and winner’s names will be published in the Shopper on Nov. 21st. Drop or send you entry form to: Mower County Shopper, 3405 W. Oakland, Austin

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Our Focus IS ON OUR

Oakwood Cemetery

SENIORS

1800 4th St NW, Austin • 433-3304

FUN ACTIVITIES FOR SENIORS Engaging in social and productive activities they enjoy—such as taking an art class, joining a hiking club or doing volunteer work in their community—may help seniors maintain their well-being and independence as they age. It’s also important for seniors to remember that an active lifestyle means more than just getting in their daily steps. It also includes taking part in activities that will benefit their mind and spirit, as well as their body.

There are plenty of places and ways for seniors to participate in activities they enjoy, depending on their interests and abilities. Some of the below suggestions include activities that can be enjoyed from a distance using phones, computers and other devices. Others can be done alone. So even if seniors live in a rural area or have other restrictions, they can still find ways to take part in fun, engaging, enjoyable activities.

CONNECT WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

• Play cards or other games with friends in person or online • Travel with a group of older adults or retirees • Video chat or call friends and family members • Try different restaurants with loved ones • Listen and share favorite music with friends or family • Join in a group hobby like knitting, hiking, birdwatching or painting • Reconnect with old friends through a high school or college alumni association

LEARN SOMETHING NEW

Small Facility with Home Like Environment

• Take a cooking, art, dance, language or computer class • Form or join a book or film club • Try yoga, tai chi or another new physical activity • Learn, or relearn, how to play a musical instrument • Visit local museums; many offer free group tours and programs

305 Minnesota St. Ostrander, MN 507-657-2231 careandrehab.org

• Visit a community/senior center and take part in events and activities • Serve meals or organize clothing donations for people in need • Run errands for people who lack mobility or access to transportation • Volunteer at a school, library, museum, hospital or animal shelter • Join a community choral group or play in a local band/orchestra • Take a part-time job at a local business • Teach a favorite pastime or skill to a new generation

BECOME MORE ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY

24 hr Skilled Nursing • Rehabilitation

EXTRA LARGE PRIVATE SUITES SHORT-TERM REHAB Assisted Living Apartments 24 HR. SKILLED NURSING POST-SURGICAL CARE ASSISTED LIVING HOSPICE MEMORY CARE HOME COOKED MEALS

FREE

Ostrander Nursing Care Offers: • 24 Hour Skilled Nursing • Hospice • Respite • Memory Care Register as Our Resident/Patient & Receive a • Post-Surgical Private Room for the Price of a Shared Room Outpatient Therapy Department Offers: • Joint Replacement Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Physical Therapy • Speech Therapy

PRIVATE LARGE ROOMS

“Family Christian Owned”

Boutique Compassionate Country Living Ostrander Assisted Living Offers: • Assist With Personal • Meals Care Needs • Specialization/Activities • Medication Management • 24 Hour Skilled Nursing

GO OUT AND GET MOVING

• Garden (indoors or out) or do yard work • Exercise at home or take an exercise class • Go dancing • Join a sports club for older adults, like a bowling club or bocce league • Walk or ride bikes with a friend or neighbor • Take a swimming class • Teach grandchildren a game or dance remembered from childhood.

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Puzzle Fun FUN BY THE NUMBERS Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

SOLUTIONS

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Committed to Safety, Quality & Community

THANK YOU

For Serving Our Country and Protecting Our Freedoms!

2410 YH Hanson Ave. | Albert Lea, MN 56007 | 507-379-9269

vets ad 11.6.18

THANK YOU VETERANS FOR YOUR SERVICE! VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO LEARN ABOUT ALL OF OUR GREAT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES.

www.innovance.com

PROVIDING MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS AND SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1972!

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NOW PLAYING!

“IT SINGS, IT MOVES, IT REALLY ROCKS!” – AP

952.934.1525 ChanhassenDT.com

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Food Support MOWER COUNTY, MINNESOTA Many organizations are here to provide food support and other types of assistance assistance to everyone in Mower County.

More information is available at:

WWW.HOMETOWNFOODSECURITY.ORG

Food Shelves & Distributions:

Community Meals:

Salvation Army

Salvation Army

Address: 409 1st Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: Tues 9 - 11:30, 1 - 3:30; Wed 1 - 3:30; Thurs 9 - 11:30, 1 - 4 Contact: (507) 437-4566 | salvationarmy.org CLUES Canasta Familiar Address: 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: 2nd & 4th Friday of the month - 12 - 2 (While Supplies Last) Contact: (612) 439-9790 | clues.org

Address: 409 1st Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: Mon - Thur 5 - 6 Contact: (507) 437-4566 | salvationarmy.org Semac Senior Dining Contact: (507) 864-7741 | semcac.org •

Address: 409 1st Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: Mon - Fri 11:30 Contact: (507) 373-7759

Ruby’s Pantry - $25 copay required Address: 700 12th SW, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: 3rd Thursday of the month - 5 - 6:30 Contact: (507) 433-3445 | graceluthaustin.org CSFP Supplemental Food Boxes

Picket Place Apartments

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Twin Tower Apartments Address: 200 1st Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: Mon - Fri 11:30 Contact: (507) 373-7759

Contact: (877) 500-8699 | helpingfeedpeople.org Available at the following locations:

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Le Roy Food Shelf Address: 121 Main St, Le Roy, MN 55951 Hours: 1st Thursday of the month -12 - 1 Contact: (507) 440-3942

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Mower County Senior Center Address: 400 3rd Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: 2nd Monday of the month - 9:30 - 11:30 Contact: (507) 433-2370

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Picket Place Apartments Address: 808 1st Dr NW, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: 4th Monday of the month - 9:30 - 10 Contact: (507) 437-2729

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Twin Tower Apartments Address: 200 1st Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912 Hours: 4th Monday of the month - 10:30 - 10:45 Contact: (507) 433-1867

Meal Delivery: Semcac Address: Delivers to seniors in Adams, Brownsdale, Dexter, Grand Meadow, Le Roy, Lyle, Rose Creek Contact: (507) 864-8231 semcac.org Meals on Wheels Address: Delivers to individuals in Austin Contact: (507) 438-3140 hotmealsonwheelsmn.wixsite.com

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Pets/Supplies For Sale MINI GOLDENDOODLE PUPS, $800, Cute and Socialized! Vet Checked. 715-409-0533. (mcn) AKC REG COCKER SPANIEL PUPS! Sweet Adorable Pets! Shots/Wormed. $500-$1500.

920-563-3410 mornings. (#268588) (mcn)

Auctions LIVE & ONLINE LAND AUCTIONS: Dec. 6@1pm 518.09(+/-) acres Delaware & Buchanan County, IA. Dec. 7@1pm 153.57(+/-) acres Butler County, Iowa. High Point Land Company, Matt Tobin, Land Specialist. 563451-7390. www.HighPointLandCompany. com. (mcn)

Automobiles CASH FOR CARS! We buy all cars! Junk, highend, totaled – it doesn’t matter! Get free towing and same day cash! NEWER MODELS too!

Call 1-877-978-2510. (mcn) GOT AN UNWANTED CAR??? DONATE IT TO PATRIOTIC HEARTS. Fast free pick up.

All 50 States. Patriotic Hearts’ programs help veterans find work or start their own business.

Call 24/7: 844-913-2887. (mcn)

Donating your vehicle? Get more! Free Towing. Tax Deductible. Plus a $200 restaurant voucher and a 2-night/3-day hotel stay at one of 50 locations. Call Heritage for the Blind to donate your vehicle today - 1-855-977-7030. (mcn) Donate your car, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-888-4292331 today! (mcn)

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY REAL ESTATE

Run Your Ad In Our Business Directory and Get Results!

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Four Issue Minimum to Receive This Special Rate

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Cable/Internet BEST SATELLITE TV with 2 Year Price Guarantee! $59.99/mo with 190 channels and 3 months free premium movie channels! Free next day installation! Call 855-824-1258. (mcn) Shop w/ A Viasat Expert For High Speed Satellite Internet. New Customer Deals In Your Area. Nationwide Service. New Service For 2023. 888-906-3315. (mcn)

FREE high-speed internet for those that qualify. Government program for recipients of select programs incl. Medicaid, SNAP, Housing Assistance, WIC, Veterans Pension, Survivor Benefits, Lifeline, Tribal. 15 GB internet service. Bonus offer: Android tablet FREE with one-time $20 copay. Free shipping & handling. Call Maxsip Telecom today! 1-866-4433789. (mcn) DIRECTV Sports Pack. 3 Months on Us! Watch pro and college sports LIVE. Plus over 40 regional and specialty networks included.

NFL, College Football, MLB, NBA, NHL, Golf and more. Some restrictions apply. Call DIRECTV 1-866-296-1409. (mcn) Switch to DISH and get up to a $300 gift card!

Plus get the Multisport pack included for a limited time! Hurry, call for details: 1-855434-0020. (mcn)

Financial

Health & Medical

The COVID crisis has cost us all something.

Many have lost jobs and financial security.

Have $10K In Debt? Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF! We can help! Get a FREE debt relief quote: Call 1-866-552-0649. (mcn)

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DIAGNOSED WITH LUNG CANCER and 65+?

You may qualify for a substantial cash award.

NO obligation! We’ve recovered millions. Let us help!! Call 24/7, 1-866-533-1701. (mcn) ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS! Discover Oxygen Therapy That Moves with You with Inogen Portable Oxygen Concentrators. FREE information kit. Call 855-846-4036. (mcn) Portable Oxygen Concentrator May Be Covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and long-lasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 844-716-2411. (mcn)

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ATTENTION

NEW DEADLINE

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All classifieds need to go through our

CLASSIFIED CALL CENTER

NEW DEADLINE IS THURSDAY BY 10 AM FOR OUR TUESDAY SHOPPER!

Call from the comfort of your home!

Tell them what you want to run and they will let you know the price.

Payment is required at the time of placing the ad. | Please have your credit card ready.

507-396-4617

Classifieds

Marketplace

Estate Sales Estate Sale 300 20th St SW Austin Thursday, Friday & Saturday November 9, 10, 11 10am-6pm MCM dresser re l ner other m s urn ture red ng 8 gal lon ro ntage yre o l sets and other p e es t hen tems m ro a e toaster o en spea ers turnta le and re e er tools po er hand and la n garage stu la n ha rs ntage u lt and ool lan ets mens a ets Carhartt and lots o m s household

Antiques & Collectibles NEED CASH

g e ree appra sals o your o ns 1 64 and older. am also loo ng to uy older o ns su h as s l er dollars hal es uarters d mes and nd anhead ents. &DOO 5RQ IURP +D\¿HOG 507 477 4 7 or 507 5 6460 Raise your hand if you want your business to make LESS money next year.

We didn’t think you would. Do you need to successfully market on a tight budget?

Mower County classifieds has customizable programs available to fit any budget.

DON’T WAIT! Call TODAY 507-396-4617

Antiques & Collectibles

Furniture & Appliances

ANTIQUES WANTED! TOYS, RED WING CROCKS, ADVERTISING SIGNS BEER, FOOD, MACHINERY GAS, OIL, ECT. & ADVERTISING TINS, CARPENTER TOOLS, GUNS, WWI WWII VIETNAM PHOTOGRAPHS, MEDALS, HELMETS, KNIVES, SWORDS, CAST IRON FRY PANS, FLOOR GRATES, PUMPS, POCKET WATCHES, JEWELRY, PADLOCKS, WEATHERVANES, CUPALAS, BARN PULLEYS, LICENSE PLATES, CLOCKS, BOTTLES, POTTERY, MAGAZINES, POSTCARDS, MARBLES, CHAUFFEUR BADGES, CATALOGS, BOOKS, ANYTHING PAPER, DECOYS, REELS, RADIOS, STERLING SILVER, COINS, TOKENS, OLD PHOTOGRAPHS, WOOD & PAPER SHELL BOXES, WOOD BOXES,SCALES, LANTERNS, LAMPS, CLOTHING, ANYTHING MADE BEFORE 1960 COUNTRYSIDE ANTIQUES 507-402-0880.

FURNITURE, END TABLE, CREDENZA, DESK TABLE AND CHAIR. $10 EACH. MATTRESS AND BOX SPRING. $50 EACH. CALL 507-433-9254 OR 507-213-6444.

ROADWAY INN 805 21ST ST NE AUSTIN, MN

Fuel and Wood Romantic Fire Wood for the Holidays or anytime!

Special Gift with order - Pick up or delivery Call Terry at 507-438-7498 OAK FIREWOOD FOR SALE. FREE DELIVERY AUSTIN & ALBERT LEA AREA CALL (507)438-9181

Lawn & Garden 2005 JOHN DEERE X475.

LARGE GARDEN TRACTOR 54 INCH DECK. 13 HRSP KAWASACKI MOTOR. LOW HOURS OF 341. $6,000.

507-402-2156.

Machinery & Tools POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302 TRADING POST Gordonsville STIHL Products in Stock We’re your Stihl Dealer.

507-448-3302 TRADING POST Gordonsville

Domestic Pets Female and Male Cats Most spayed and neutered Free to good homes 507.440.8641

MOWER COUNTY AND SURROUNDING AREAS MowerCountyShopper.com 3405 W Oakland Avenue • Austin, MN 55912 • (507) 396-4617

Apartments Need To Place A &ODVVL¿HG $G" *LYH 8V $ Call To Hear About Our Monthly Specials!

507-396-4617 Spacious 1 bedroom 10 miles north of Albert Lea (in Hartland). $405-$435/mo, all utilities included except electric.

Background checks required. No smoking!

No pets!

Call or text 507-456-9514

Storage Outdoor Storage Available Coded Security Fence 307 Fremont Street Brownsdale Any Questions Call 507.440.2192 Seasonal Storage Pontoons, boats, campers call 507.438.3222

Boats & Watercraft Winter Steal of a Deal!

1986 Sea Ray. All new $6,000 engine in 2018 Warranted. Only 20 hours of use on new engine.

Asking only $4,000 Also boat lift with new, blue canopy - $1,500 Call: 507-373-9188

Trucks, SUVs & Vans 2022 Ford Maverick Pickup, All-wheel drive, 30,000 miles Some factory warranty, Extras: Tonneau cover, cruise-control, updated rims, updated speakers, Area 51 color ¿UP (507)473-0242

Health Care We Are Here To Help!

RN’s over 50 years’ experience with Mayo Clinic & more

Looking for a home?

Care & Rehab-Ostrander 507-657-2231 www.careandrehab.com

Look in our classifieds section and learn of great deals for you and your family.

Junk Removal

Appliance Service

Junk Removal - Old appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as any kind of Junk ON THE SPOT from Anywhere! Basements, APPLIANCE SERVICE Will Repair most Household attics, garages.

Appliances & Commercial Free Estimates.

Cooking Products. 30+ Years Senior Discounts.

Experience, Reasonable Rates. BEST PRICES Call Orrin Mortensen at Call anytime: 507-219-0727 507-214-8099 ANYTIME

Handyman Services E.L.K. CONSTRUCTION HANDYMAN SERVICES: Update or replace windows, egress windows & doors.

Home repair, remodeling & construction, decks, garages, siding, roof repair, drywall & texturing, concrete.

Call Ernie at 438-4307.

24 years experience, bonded.

License #BC 710064

Looking for a home?

Look in our classifieds section and learn of great deals for you and your family.

Tree Service Linder Tree Service

Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal!

Boom truck and insured.

Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081

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MEADOWS WEST TOWNHOMES NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS

The Best of the Best!

2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes.

Rent based on income.

Credit Check & Criminal Background Check Required.

300 27th Street SW, Austin, MN 55912

507-434-2000

Place your auction or real estate advertisement in the Mower County Shopper!

Our shopper is read by over 20,000 readers in the Austin & surrounding area!

CALL 507-437-7731 TODAY!

Wesley Financial Group, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts. Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt and fees cancelled in 2019. Get free informational package and learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations.

Over 450 positive reviews. Call 877-326-1608. (mcn)

Health & Medical Don’t let the stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home.

Call AmeriGlide today! 1-877-916-2093. (mcn)

Miscellaneous BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call 1-866-585-7073. (mcn) LONG DISTANCE MOVING: Call today for a FREE QUOTE from America’s Most Trusted Interstate Movers. Let us take the stress out of moving! Speak to a Relocation Specialist, call 877-327-0795. (mcn) NEED NEW FLOORING? Call Empire Today® to schedule a FREE in-home estimate on Carpeting & Flooring. Call Today! 844-785-0305 (mcn)

BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call: 844-316-8181. (mcn) Prepare for power outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator. $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options.

Request a FREE Quote. Call now before the next power outage: 1-877-228-5789 (mcn) Eliminate gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 20% off Entire Purchase. Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855-5771268. (mcn) Become a Published Author. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920. Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution. Call for Your Free Author`s Guide 1-877-516-0706 or visit dorranceinfo.com/Midwest (mcn)

Trouble hearing your TV? Try TV EARS Voice Clarifying Wireless TV Speaker. Better than a soundbar and/or turning the TV volume way up. Special, limited time $50 off offer. Call TV Ears. Use code MBSP50. Call 1-844-455-0505. (mcn) Safe Step. North Americas #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-ofthe-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 Off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-844-290-5083. (mcn) Switch and save up to $250/year on your talk, text and data. No contract and no hidden fees. Unlimited talk and text with flexible data plans. Premium nationwide coverage. 100% U.S. based customer service. For more information, call 1-888-909-7338. (mcn) Are you a pet owner? Do you want to get up to 100% back on Vet Bills? Physicians Mutual Insurance Company has pet coverage that can help! Call 1-888-680-3016 to get a free quote or visit mfcp. (mcn)

The bathroom of your dreams in as little as 1 day. Limited Time Offer - $1000 off or No Payments and No Interest for 18 months for customers who qualify. BCI Bath & Shower.

Many options available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available. Call Today! 1-833-6181178. (mcn) Replace your roof with the best looking and longest lasting material steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer up to 50% off installation + Additional 10% off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-844-907-2386. (mcn)

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