Freeborn County Shopper 072925

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2886 (GLENVILLE-EMMONS SCHOOLS) STATE OF MINNESOTA

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election has been called and will be held in and for Independent School District No. 2886 (Glenv Minnesota, on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, for the purpose of voting on the following question:

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Yes No Shall the school board of Independent School District No. 2886 (Glenville-Emmons Schools) be authorized to issue its general obligation school building bonds in an amount not to exceed $24,425,000 to provide funds for the acquisition and betterment of school sites and facilities, including the construction of a secure entrance at the elementary school; the construction and equipping of a career and

The combined polling places for this election and the precincts served by the combined polling places will be as follows:

This combined polling place serves all territory in Independent School District No. 2886 located in the City of Glenville; the City of Myrtle, Freeman Township, Albert Lea Township, Shell Rock Township, Hayward Township, Oakland Township, and London Township; Freeborn County, Minnesota.

This combined polling place serves all territory in Independent School District No. 2886 located in the City of Emmons; Nunda Township, Mansfield Township, and Pickerel Lake Township; Freeborn County, Minnesota.

Any eligible voter residing in the School District may vote at said election at the combined polling place designated above for the precinct in which he or she resides. The polls for said election will be opened at 7:00 o’clock a.m. and will close at 8:00 o’clock p.m. on the date of said election.

A voter must be registered to vote to be eligible to vote in this election. An unregistered individual may register to vote at the combined polling place designated above for the precinct in which he or she resides on election day

Dated: 07/25/2025

BEV’S BIG BEAUTIFUL BONUS BIRTHDAY BASH SOLD OUT IN A FLASH SO WE ADDED ANOTHER! IT’S A MYSTERY

Sunday, September 14th

Be a part of a SPECIAL CELEBRATION as I look back on another special year!! JOIN US FOR A FUN FALL MYSTERIOUS ADVENTURE!!!

It’s a SECRET, but If you have enjoyed the Duttons in Branson or The Carpenter’s Tribute at Chanhassen, then you’re in for a special treat on this tour! AND… we’re not going north this time. includes dinner, motor coach transportation and performance. Checks or cash only. No refunds.

Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 4:00 pm Don’t wait - this will fill quickly!

CHRISTMAS IN BRANSON

November 9 - 13 · 5 Days

Some of our fun will include Daniel O'Donnel, Cassandra (Voice of an Angel and The Haygood's. More details coming at a later date. Trip includes daily breakfast, three lunches and three evening meals. You’ll be treated to 10 attractions/shows, deluxe motor coach transportation, high quality hotel accommodations and all kinds of fun!

$1473 pp dbl · $1659 sgl · $1373 trpl Call Now for More Information

TEAM SPONSORS:

Dave Syverson Auto Center

Mrs. Gerry’s POET

Raimann Farms

Randy Nicol Renewable Energy Group/Chevron

Sanco Equipment

Security Bank

Wuerflein Chevrolet GMC

Mrs. Gerry’s for the donation of sides

Church Offset Printing for donating their “Print and Creative Services”

SPECIAL THANKS TO: Walmart Hy-Vee

Conger Meats

Dean’s Smoke Shack

Kwik Trip

$9.99 · Monday – Friday · 11 AM – 2 PM

Join us for lunch. We have a great lunch only menu at a great price. – B.L.T SALAD –

Baby Romaine Lettuce, Bacon, Red Onion, Shredded Cheese, Grape Tomato, Croutons, Blackberry Balsamic Dressing – GARDEN GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD –

Baby Romaine Lettuce, Grilled Chicken Breast, Cucumber, Grape Tomato, Red Onion, Croutons, Smoked Gouda Cheese, Choice of Dressing – BUTTERY CROISSANT SANDWICH –

Choice of Smoked Turkey, Ham Salad, or Chicken Salad

Topped with Lettuce, and Tomato, Choice of Side – HOT HONEY HAM & PROVOLONE –

Local Smoked Ham, Hot Honey, Melted Provolone, Brioche Bun, Choice of Side – BBQ PULLED PORK –

House Made Pulled Pork, Pepper Jack Cheese, Chipotle Mayo, Countryside BBQ Sauce, Brioche Bun, Choice of Side

Cedar Valley Services Wedgewood Cove for their help and wonderful hospitality

Committee Members: Keith Erickson, Richard Olson, Lisa Schoneman, Stacie Stensrud, Jessica Tomschin, Alissa Stevens, Larry Larson, Erin Gustafson, Terri & Kevin Walton, Patricia Schuster, & Elizabeth Nafger

ABC ARROW BUILDING CENTER

Thomas Nygaard of Albert Lea

ADDIE’S FLORAL & GIFTS

DeeAnn Goette of Albert Lea

AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCEWURFLEIN

Guy Nelson of Hollandale

AMERICANA INSURANCE

Jeanette Bolinger of Albert Lea

BLEACHERS

Becky Bias of Alden

FREEBORN COUNTY CO-OP OIL

Jackie Hillman of Albert Lea

JAKE’S PIZZA

Angela Schilling of Glenville

Wedgewood Cove

2200 W 9th St. • Albert Lea, MN 507-373-2007 • wedgewoodcove.com

JENI’S FINE JEWELRY

April Danielson of Albert Lea

MAIN STREET AUTO

James Klocek of Freeborn

PAITIENT’S CHOICE WELLNESS CLINIC

Amanda Allen of Albert Lea

TRADES & LABOR CREDIT UNION

Brenda Wichman of Alden

TROY THOMPSON AGENCY

Kevin Birch of Albert Lea

UNITED EMPLOYEE CREDIT UNION

David Register of Albert Lea

WIRELESS WORLD

Deb Toft of Albert Lea

(In Memory of Dennis Lowe)

ATTRACTIONS AT THE FAIR

Hog Diggity Dogs is a one-of-akind attraction. It is the very best animal act!

It is an all new fast paced show running 25 minutes filled with tons of excitement, laughs, audience participation and lots of surprises.

Absolute entertainment at its best! So much talent in these hogs and dogs! The tricks are unreal! Kids go nuts when the pig goes down the slide! It is a show that the entire family will enjoy.

KIDDIE FARM ZONE

Welcome back to year #7 in our TEMPORARY home in the North Pavilion at the Freeborn County Fair. Join us in the Kiddie Farm Zone and enjoy the many experiences we have created this year. We will continue to entertain everyone that visits from young kiddos to seasoned fair goers. This year is year #25 for Jane as the Kiddie Farm,Zone Superintendent. Steve has always been there to lend a helping hand too. Come visit, share a story and reminisce about the past. See the eggs hatching in the observation incubator, chicks in the baby chick arena and see the laying hens “Dance”. See a sow and her piglets in a sow unit. See you at The Kiddie Farm Zone!

Pedal Tractor Giveaway, Sunday, August 3, 2025 Held right after the Pedal Pull. Need NOT be present to win. Pedal Tractor sponsored by Arnolds of Alden Pedal Pull Sunday @ 1:00pm August 3, 2025 Pedal Pull sponsored by Precision Septic Services

Jane & Steve Haukoos

Kiddie Farm Zone

Superintendents

Contact Jane and Steve @ (507)874-2668

For more information and to volunteer

Kiddie Farm Zone

Sponsored by: Albert Lea Moose Lodge No 1703, Albert Lea Seed House, Alliant Energy-Bent Tree North Wind Farm, Central Farm Services, Freeborn County Corn & Soybean Growers, & Freeborn Pride Builders

Hours for the Kiddie Farm Zone

Tues/Thurs/Sat: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm • Wednesday/Senior Citizens Day: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday/Daycare Day: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm • Sunday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

JULY

29 - AUGUST 3

DAILY EVENTS DAILY EVENTS

DAILY EVENTS DAILY EVENTS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

401K & ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program)

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Medical, Dental & Life

Wellness Incentives

Tuition Assistance

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Free Health Clinic

Employee Referral Program

COME GROW WITH US!

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GENERAL LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST

Contest will be held on Friday – Jan Reed Livestock Arena– Fairgrounds

Registration: 9:30 to 10:00 am

All area county 4-H teams and FFA chapters may participate. There can be more than one team per county or chapter. Anyone that is an active 4-H or FFA member may be on a team. A team will consist of four members with the three top scores counting as the total team score. There will be no registration fee, but there is an admission charge at the gate. (If registered in advance, gate passes can be mailed out.)

The livestock to be judged will be determined by the contest coordinator.

The livestock used for the contest will be those of the 4-H exhibitors at the fair.

Classes of livestock to be judged may include:

Class 1 – Market Barrows

Class 2 – Market Goats

Class 3 – Breeding Heifers

Class 4 – Market Steers

Class 5 – Breeding Ewes

Class 6 – Market Lambs

Individual and team trophies and ribbons will be awarded at the completion of the contest.

CLASS 10 - MARKET HOGS

1. Entries open to purebred, crossbred or grade pigs, barrows & gilts that were farrowed on or after February 1, 2019 and weighing between 230 - 290 pounds. All market hogs will be weighed at time of entry and divided into a workable weight class. Pigs may be owned in a bona fide partnership with parent or guardian, such ownership to be certified by a Vocational Agriculture Instructor.

2. Exhibitors will be permitted to show three entries in the individual lot and one entry in the pen lot.

3. Pigs from pens may be exhibited in the individual lot.

Merchandise

Hay, Feed

Antiques & Collectibles

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.

Food & Produce

Community Events

Lea

& Redevelopment Authority Public Housing Units Available for Rent Application Online www.albertleahra.com or pick up an application at our office Monday-Thursday 8:00am-12:00pm 800 4th Ave South Albert Lea, MN 56007

Rentals

Apartments

Spacious 1 bedroom 15 minutes south of Albert Lea. $405/mo, utilities included except electric. Background checks required. No smoking! No animals! Call or text 507-456-9514.

Transportation

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

Notice of Job Opening City of Albert Lea

Utility Maintenance Person

The City of Albert Lea is accepting applications for a full-time utility maintenance person to perform maintenance and repair work on the city’s water, sewer and storm sewer distribution system. Duties include working on the digging crew, locating, repairing/replacing lines, making plumbing connections, repairing pumps and motors, and assisting with water plants and lift stations as needed.

The salary range for this position is $26.25 to $35.28 per hour.

Applications and further information are available at cityofalbertlea.org. Application deadline is August 1, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Post-Offer/Pre-Employment Physical/Drug Test Required

SEED ADVISOR

Are you passionate about agriculture and helping farmers succeed? Albert Lea Seed, a supplier of non-GMO, organic and conventional seed is looking for an enthusiastic Seed Advisor to join our team! This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and loves connecting with customers.

Qualifications: 2 years agronomy experience with a solid understanding of agricultural seed and crop

Freeborn County is accepting applications for a full-time (40 hrs./wk) Public Safety Telecommunicator and to establish an eligibility list for future employment. Duties include answering phones and radios, evaluating information, prioritizing and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls. Shift work is required which includes evenings, weekends and holidays. Starting minimum salary: $26.02/ hr.

For more information, and to complete an application, please visit the Freeborn County website at www.co.freeborn.mn.us. Completed applications, along with a cover letter and resume are due by 12:00 PM on Friday, August 8, 2025. th

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Probation Services Director

Freeborn County is seeking a Probation Services Director.

This position leads a department of 15 staff, including probation, truancy, STS coordinator, support and veterans court staff. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 8 years in the field of Corrections and understand evidence-based practices in the field. He/she must hold at least a BS degree in Corrections, Law Enforcement or a related field. The Director reports to the Court, presents budgets to the County Board, does grant reporting at both federal and state levels and attends meetings and trainings throughout the state. The position would start approximately October 1st, 2025.

Please go to the Freeborn County website for the full job description and qualifications required. Interested applicants must apply through the on-line application process available on the Freeborn County website http://www.co.freeborn.mn.us no later than 12:00 pm Friday, August 15, 2025. Salary range $88,005 - $130,520 depending on qualifications. th

FREEBORN COUNTY AUDITOR/TREASURER

The Auditor-Treasurer provides overall leadership and direction of Freeborn County’s disbursements and receipting, tax, election and ditch authority operations. The Auditor – Treasurer oversees general administration of Auditor Treasurer Office and License Center. Prepares data and reports for the County financial statements, related worksheets, and records for reporting to the State. Annual salary range - $96,949 - $129,272 based on experience.

Please go to the Freeborn County website for the full job description and qualifications required. Interested applicants must apply through the online application process available on the Freeborn County website http://www.co.freeborn.mn.us. Completed applications along with cover letter and resume are due by 12:00 PM Friday, August 1st, 2025.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

LARGE COIN AUCTION

SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2025

8 am Viewing with Live Auction to follow at 10 am Kensett Community Center 300 Willow Street, Kensett, IA

Approximately 295 lots including 1876-s Trade dollar; 1842 Seated Liberty Dollar; 51 lots Morgan Dollars (including 5 CC (2-82, 1-92, 2-93) and most of the rest are AU+); 11 Peace dollars (includes 1-21); 30+ silver 1 ounce coins; 8 Oz. & 10 oz silver bars; 5 lots silver halves including (JFK, Franklin, Walking, Capped); 12 GOLD coin lots (1-$1.00,8-$2.50, 3-$5.00); 5 Indian Head cent lots (bu); 20 lots of US silver quarters (including wash 9/190, standing liberty 1/22, barber 1/11, seated 8/1); 23 lots of dimes (including mercury 4/30, fdr 5/85, barber 9/20, 3 seated liberty, 2 capped bust) US and foreign currency; plus much, much more!

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Col. Dan Reeder 641-324-1692

Contact: bauerrrn69@gmail.com to get on mailing list. Next Large Coin Auction will be Sept. 7th – lots of gold & collectible coins

Col. Dick Bauer 641-512-3349

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Lexus RX 350 F Sport AWD, 93k..........$18,900

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Honda CRV EX-L AWD, 102k.................$13,900

Buick Lucerne CXL, 50k.......................$10,900

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