Wing Toss
Fireworks in the Park
Rock-N-Roll Caravan
THURSDAY,
7:00 Tractor Races | Contact Kaldyn Huper 507-383-9063
FRIDAY,
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
Sugar Loom | at
Meet & Greet Jack Sparrow, Bingo, Food Stands plus more fun at Half Moon Park for all ages!
Ron’s Roast Customer Appreciation Lunch
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
Ron’s Plumbing, HVAC & Electric | Little Miss Kernel Program | USC Auditorium
Free Lunch by CCF Bank & M+M Insurance | Music by Brett Feist 55+ Lions Bingo | Broadway Apartments
Half Moon Park Activities on Friday
44th Annual Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament | Mark 507-339-1658
Lions Bingo, Food Stands & Jaycees Beer Garden open Face Painting by Making Faces Mankato
FREE Giant Inflatables for all ages
Kids Pedal Tractor Pull | Sponsored by Johnson Seeds
Sand Volleyball Tournament begins Robby Vee and his Rock-N-Roll Caravan
Fireworks in the Park
Tractor Races | Contact Kaldyn Huper 507-383-9063
FACEBOOK: WELLS KERNEL DAYS for medallion hunt information & updates on the weekend!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5 :
• 6:30 Songs of Summer | Half Moon Park
- Sponsored by ACHF Grant, Wells United Fund, & Wells Library Foundation
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7:
• 11:00-1:00 Ron’s Roast Customer Appreciation Lunch - Ron’s Plumbing, HVAC & Electric | Located at 660 Business Park Drive - Wells
• 7:00 Little Miss Kernel Program | USC Auditorium
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8:
• 12:30-5:00 Free Swim | Wells Swimming Pool
• Cribbage Tournament by V.F.W. Auxiliary #1778 Registration at 12:30
• 5:00 PARADE | Starts at State Farm Insurance Half Moon Park Activities on Saturday
• 8:00 Food Stands open for Breakfast
• 8:00 Sand Volleyball Tournament continues
• 8:00 Softball Tournament begins
• 10:00 Jaycees Beer Garden opens
• 10:00-8:00 Free Giant Inflatables for all ages
• 12:00 Bingo opens
• 10:00-4:00 Wells Depot Museum open
• 11:00-1:00 Free Lunch by CCF Bank & M+M Insurance | Music by Brett Feist
• 12:00-3:00 Faribault County Dairy Princesses Face Painting
• 2:00-4:00 55+ Lions Bingo | Broadway Apartments
• 44th Annual Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament | Mark 507-339-1658 Half Moon Park Activities on Friday
• 1:00 Little Miss Kernel Talent Show | Bevcomm Stage
• 2:00 Coins in the Corn | Kernel Days Seed Boxes
• 5:00 Corn Feed | served by USC Trap Team
• 5:00 Lions Bingo, Food Stands & Jaycees Beer Garden open
• 5:00-8:00 Face Painting by Making Faces Mankato
• 7:00 Brett Feist | Bevcomm Stage
• 9:00 Street Dance featuring Express Band AFTER THE PARADE:
• Meet & Greet Jack Sparrow, Bingo, Food Stands plus more fun at Half Moon Park for all ages! Sugar Loom at Parkview Care Center following the parade
• 5:00-9:00 2U Entertainment Gaming Trailer
• 5:00-9:30 FREE Giant Inflatables for all ages
• 6:00 Kids Pedal Tractor Pull | Sponsored by Johnson Seeds
• 6:00 Sand Volleyball Tournament begins
• 6:30-9:30 Robby Vee and his Rock-N-Roll Caravan
• 7:00 Tractor Races | Contact Kaldyn Huper 507-383-9063
• DUSK Fireworks in the Park SATURDAY, AUGUST 9:
• 7:00-11:00 Car Show Registration on Broadway | Contact Jim 507-317-3916 - 22nd Annual Classic Car Show by Maple Valley Classic Car Club
• 44th Annual Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament | Mark 507-339-1658
• 10:00-4:00 Wells Depot Museum open
• Dixieland Band | at Shepherd’s Inn following the parade
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10:
• 8:00 Softball Tournament continues
• 8:00-Noon VFW Auxiliary #1778 Breakfast buffet
• 10:00-2:00 Wells Depot Museum open
• 1:00 Amazing Race at Wells V.F.W. | Contact Heather 507-383-7659
Providers Serving the Community
United Hospital District -Wells Clinic has a full team of healthcare providers serving the community, including MDs and Advanced Practice Providers. Come see our team at 55 First Street S.E. for all your primary and specialty care needs!
Emily Huper, NP Family Med David Heine, MD Family Med
GLEN V I L L E DAYS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 10
Thursday, August 7th - Glenville Beach
• 6PM Women’s and CoEd Volleyball Tournament
• Concessions
• Swimming- Open until 8PM Friday, August 8th - Main Street
• Food Vendors – Chill Joy, Nel’s Diner, Mr. Taco, Smokin’ Barrel BBQ,
• 5:30PM- Little King and Queen Contest
• 6:00-9:00PM- Garden Tractor PullGSGTP Sanctioned
• 9:00PM- Fool House- The Ultimate 90’s Party- $15 admission
Saturday, August 9th
• Food Vendors- Chill Joy, Nel’s Diner, Mr. Taco, Smokin’ Barrel BBQ, Shellrock 4-H in the park, Myrtle 4-H bake sale and lunch plate in front of ComTec, Albert Lea Daybreaker Kiwanis Kettle Corn
• 8:00AM- 5k River Run/Walk (Registration begins at 7AM or on Facebook)
• 10:30AM- Parade (Show up and Line up at Glenville Emmons High School)
• 10:00AM-1:00PM- Dariel Felten
The future looks so much brighter
• 11:00AM-3:00PM- Show N Shine Car & Tractor Cruise In Show
• 11:00AM-2:00PM- FREE PARK ACTIVITES-Happy Train, Inflatable Obstacle Course, Bounce House, Interactive inflatable basketball, 4-person Bungee Jumper, Real Pony Rides
• Ring Toss- Beach Fundraiser
• 12:00PM- Non-Sanctioned Pedal Tractor Pull (Sign up at 11:30) Free Ages 4-11 (Trophies by Black Iron Mfg)
• 1:00PM-4:00PM- LP and the 45s
• 4:00PM- 7:00PM- Bjerke Unplugged
• 7:15PM- Raffle Winners Announced on Main Stage
• 8:00PM- Red Dirt Road- Look at Facebook for more details
• 10:00PM- Fireworks- Special Thanks to the City of Glenville
Sunday August 10th
• 10:30AM- Community Church Service@ First Lutheran Church
• 8:30AM-12:00PM- Dad’s Belgian Waffle Breakfast at First Lutheran Church
• 12:30PM-5:30PM- Beach Open for Swimming
above ground
The tradition of hard work and innovation that POET has cultivated over more than 30 years is rooted in agriculture. It’s the same tradition that makes Glenville a place we’re proud to call home.
507.373.8895
Little King Contestants
Little Queen Contestants
Kirk Adams
Decker Sanderson
Blayne Heinemann
Graham Sorenson Mylles Baseman
Liam Bendickson
Eliza Larson
Claire Kluender
Ellie Williamson Taytum Charron
Garage Sales
GARAGE SALE
104 THE FAIRWAY
ALBERT LEA, August 8th, 3pm-7pm August 9th, 9am-12noon
Women’s clothing, households, decor, hunting supplies
Classifieds are an affordable way to advertise your business.
Classifieds are an affordable way to advertise your business.
RUMMAGE SALE FREE WILL DONATION! UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF ALBERT LEA 702 HWY 69
FRIDAY AUGUST 8TH, SATURDAY AUGUST 9TH
FRIDAY 9AM-6PM, SATURDAY 9AM-1PM CHURCH ITEMS AND DONATIONS FROM CONGREGATION. FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD, SEASONAL DECOR.
SALE IN A WAREHOUSE! 20595 810th Ave,Hayward, August 8th & 9th 9am-3pm Collectibles, junk, toys, old table & chairs, fast-food booth, tools, more stuff.
3 gasoline pumps from the 70s, other fuel memorabilia Neon signs, 90s sports cars. Last but not least, more junk!
AUTOS/MISC
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.
Classifieds are an affordable way to advertise your business.
Classifieds are an affordable way to advertise your business.
DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. FastFREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 800245-0398
MISCELLANEOUS
Old guitars wanted! Gibson, Fender, Martin, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. Top dollar paid. Call 866433-8277
REACH MILLIONS OF HOMES NATIONWIDE with one easy, affordable buy in the ADS Network! For more information www. communitypublishers.com/category/ all-products
SUNSETTER. America’s #1 awning! Instant shade at the touch of a button. Transform your deck or patio into an outdoor oasis. Up to 10-year limited warranty. Call now and save $350! 855-914-1148
WE BUY HOUSES FOR CASH AS IS! No repairs or fuss. Any condition. Easy 3-step process: Call, get cash offer, get paid. Get your fair cash offer today. Liz Buys Houses: 844-8775833
Food & Produce
Hay, Feed & Grain
150 small square grass hay bales for sale! 507-271-0799
Machinery & Tools
POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302
TRADING POST
Gordonsville
PORTABLE OXYGEN concentrator may be covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence & mobility w/the compact design & long-lasting battery. Inogen One free info kit! 877-3051535
CONSUMER CELLULAR - same reliable, nationwide coverage as large carriers. No longterm contract or hidden fees, free activation. All plans unlimited talk & text starting at just $20/mo. 877-751-0866
BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR. We want to read your book! Dorrance Publishing trusted since 1920. Consultation, production, promotion & distribution. Free author`s guide 877-729-4998 or dorranceinfo.com/ads
NO CLEANING GUTTERS GUARANTEED! LeafFilter - most ad-vanced gutter protection, backed by a no-clog guaran-tee & lifetime warranty. 833-610-1936 schedule free inspection & estimate. Get 20% off! Seniors/military save extra 10%. Restrictions apply, see rep for warran-ty & details
Machinery & Tools
STIHL Products in Stock We’re your Stihl Dealer. 507-448-3302
TRADING POST
Gordonsville
Community Events
Albert Lea Housing & 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
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.
Boats & Watercraft
20ft Riviera Cruiser Pontoon w/40 HP Yamaha motor Newer deck and furniture Includes Yacht Club Trailer Serviced annually, stored indoors, solid and very clean! For more info: call Rollie (507)383-2697
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
Want To Buy Transportation
Buying Junk Vehicles! Paying cash. Top $$ prices. Will pick up 7 days/week. 641-590-7068
Appliance Service
ON THE SPOT APPLIANCE SERVICE
Will Repair most Household Appliances & Commercial Cooking Products. 30+ Years Experience, Reasonable Rates. Call Orrin Mortensen at 507-214-8099 ANYTIME
REPLACE YOUR ROOF w/the best looking & longest lasting material steel from Erie Metal Roofs! 3 styles/multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited time offer up to 50% off install + additional 10% off install military, health & 1st responders. 833370-1234
Inflation at 40-year highs. Interest rates are up. Credit cards, medical bills, car loans. Have $10k+ in debt? Call National Debt Relief to find out how to pay off your debt for much less than you owe! Free quote: 844-955-4930
DON’T LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY! Discover the solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. AmeriGlide 833-399-3595
HOME BREAK-INS take less than 60 seconds. Don’t wait! Protect your family, home, assets now for as little as 70¢/day! 833-890-1262
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as 1-day. Limited time, waving all installation costs! Additional terms apply. Subject to change & vary by dealer. Ends 9/30/25. 844-501-3208
• (507) 369-2742
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. 27 years experience, bonded. License #BC 710064
Junk Removal
Junk Removal - Old appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as any kind of Junk from Anywhere! Basements, attics, garages. Free Estimates. Senior Discounts. BEST PRICES Call anytime: 507-219-0727
Tree Service
Linder Tree Service Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal! Boom truck and insured. Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081
PEST CONTROL: Protect your home from pests safely. Roaches, Bed Bugs, Rodent, Termite, Spiders & more. Locally owned & affordable. For service or inspection today! 833-8600657 Have zip code ready!
MOBILEHELP America’s premier mobile medical alert system. Home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts, free brochure! 888-489-3936
AGING ROOF? New homeowner? Storm damage? You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. 833-640-4753 Have zip code ready when calling!
WATER DAMAGE CLEANUP & RESTORATION: A small amount of water can lead to major damage in your home. Our trusted professionals do repairs to protect your family & home value! 833-887-0117. Have zip code ready!
PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Free quote. Ask about first application special! 833-860-0811
Salem Lutheran Church seeks to hire a Part-Time Custodian
Fifteen hours a week, flexible schedule. Must have or be willing to obtain a boiler license. To apply send cover letter and resume to: secretary@salemalbertlea.org or to: Salem Lutheran Church 115 North Washington Albert Lea, MN 56007
Public Safety Telecommunicator
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
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
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
COMPLETE HOUSEHOLD ESTATE AUCTION
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12 • 4:30 PM
LOCATION: 205 S. 8th Ave. W., Lake Mills, IA
OWNER: DONNA ZEIGLER ESTATE
Furniture • Appliances • Kitchen Items • Outdoor Power Equip. & Yard Tools
For complete Sale Bill & Photos Visit www.hawkeyeauction.com
BRUCE HELGESON
641-592-2754
GARY HEYDT 641-421-2001
CURTIS & MARY PETERSEN Living Estate Sale
Address: 146 Washington Ave, Alden, MN
Thursday, August 14th · 4 pm- 8 pm
Friday, August 15th · 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday, August 16th · 10 am - 4 pm
***50% off most items on August 16th!
Lots of antique and vintage furniture and decor! Antique dining room pedestal table and chairs, kitchen table and chairs, antique buffet, Noritake china dishes, Pfalzgraff dishes, lift chair, wood washstand, ottoman, coffee table, side tables, antique chairs, dressers, corner fireplace, daybed with trundle bed (like new!), etched glass stemware, lots of faux flowers, patio furniture, outside fountains, collection of porcelain dolls, vintage lamps, numerous kitchen items, glassware, pictures, Christmas items, purses, garden items, tools, gas grill, LOTS of misc…way too much to list! The garage and the house will be FULL of treasures! Come check us out! Parking on Washington Ave. around the lake or behind the house in the alley.
Pictures will be added to EstateSales.NET soon! Search 56009 to find the listing.
LARGE COIN AUCTION
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10, 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!
Next Large Coin Auction will be September 7th – lots of gold & collectible coins
Like us on Facebook: Reeder Auction Service Col. Dan Reeder - 641-324-1692 Col. Dick Bauer - 641-512-3349 Contact: bauerrrn69@gmail.com to get on mailing list.
Tradesman Cargo Van, 104k..........$9,995
Honda CRV EX-L AWD, 102k.................$13,900
