The Mower County
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 Vol. 52, No. 39
S outhern M innesota S hoppers , I nc . 3405 W. O akland A venue • A ustin , MN 507-437-7731
Albert Lea, Minnesota
The Midwest’s Largest Historical Reenactment of Early America
October 3rd - 4th, 2026 40th Annual Event
Over 1,000 Participants, Ethnic Food & Crafts 300 Tipis, Lodges & Shelters, & Stage Entertianment
Musical Entertainment
Blue Groove Bluegrass · Wild Goose Chase Cloggers Roe Family Singers · Curtis and Loretta Twin Prop Jane (Saturday Only) · Bill Cagley Wandering (Saturday Only) Voted one of the TOP 100 EVENTS in North America by the American Bus Association Visit our Website for Tickets and Information www.bigislandfestivalandbbq.org or Call 1-507-373-3938
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COUPON
50% OFF
ULTIMATE CARWASH REGULAR PRICE $12.00 NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER PROMO OR DISCOUNT
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED EXPIRES 10/02/2026
ANKENY’S #5 1400-14TH STREET NW 507-433-5510
Presents
5th Annual Fall into Shopping Craft and Vendor Show Mower County Fairgrounds Saturday, October 3 9am-3pm Shop Over 50 local area businesses in the Plager Building and outside For more information on issi g Contact Jenn at m d eA rkin Events with Jenn Fre ee Pa Fr Food on Facebook!
Bird Seed Sale at Runnings to benefit Austin Audubon
October 3 - 11th rd
10% of sales goes to Austin Audubon for youth scholarships and other charitable causes
RUMMAGE SALE
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 New Pre-Sale Shopping $3 Entry Fee 5:30pm-6:30pm
Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 8am-3pm Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 Bag Sales: 8am-10am Clothing & Miscellaneous Items Of All Kinds Baked Goods • Collectibles • Fall Garden Products
Westminster Presbyterian Church 802 4th Street Southwest • Austin
Parking at East Entrance
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WINE & SPIRITS SALE!
Valid in-store only Sept. 30 - Oct. 4, 2026 at your Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault, and Owatonna Hy-Vee locations.
10.99
16.99
14.99
10.99
750 mL
750 mL
1.75 L
Windsor Canadian whiskey 1.75 L
9.99
17.99
19.98
13.99
8 pack, 12 oz. cans
12 pack, 12 oz. cans
12 pack, 12 oz. cans
Platinum 7x vodka
Fireball cinnamon whiskey 750 mL
Goodboy vodka seltzer
3-DAY SALE
Bonanza cabernet
Miller Lite
October 2 - 4
2.99 with purchase of 4
Pepsi soda
6 pk. bottles, 16.9 fl. oz.
.99
Chobani Greek yogurt 5.3 oz.
1.68 lb.
1.48
3.99
1.99 lb.
Bone-in pork shoulder roast Hormel Always Tender
with purchase of 2
Party Size Frito-Lay snacks, salsa, queso or dip 8.25 to 24 oz.
Hy-Vee One Step russet potatoes 5 lb.
Fresh boneless skinless chicken breast
GET YOUR FLU SHOT EARN 20¢ FUEL SAVER See pharmacy or hy-vee.com for details. Restrictions apply.
Risata Moscato D'Asti
Grain Belt Nordeast
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
MEADOWS
WEST TOWNHOMES Together, we can make a make a difference difference
Be Aware. Take Action. Fight Breast Cancer.
Together, we can
300 27th Street SW, Austin
507-434-2000
United United
United Farmers State Bank 15 4th ST SW, Adams, MN 55909 507-582-3448 507-582-3242 (fax)
www.unitedfsb.com
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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Break the Silence. End the Cycle.
ANSWER THE CALL Paid On-Call Firefighters Wanted Part-Time Training Wage: $11.45 per hour Post Training Wage: $21.22 per hour
MEADOWS
Make a Difference. Be the Difference. Serve with pride. Respond when it matters most. Join the Austin Fire Department!
WEST TOWNHOMES Corey Olson-Owner FREE ESTIMATES
Fully licensed & insured with over 30 years experience
Tree Removal Tree Trimming Stump Grinding Brush Removal
800-835-1232 www.olsontree.com Grand Meadow
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Valid State Driver’s License Knowledge of Driver Safety and First Aid Additional Requirements: Pass Physical Fitness Test & Written Exam (October 24, 2026) Reside within 11 minutes of Fire Station
Break the Break the silence. silence. end the end the cycle. cycle.
300 27th Street SW, Austin
507-434-2000
Have open positions to fill? Advertise in the Mower County Shopper! Our shopper is read by over 20,000 readers in the Austin & surrounding area!
CALL 507-437-7731 TODAY!
APPLY TODAY! Learn more and apply at: https://www.ci.austin.mn.us/oncallfire Application Deadline: Midnight, Sunday, October 11, 2026
DHS Social Worker / Case Manager – Developmental Disabilities/Adult Services/Adult Protection
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ROCK CREEK TREE & STUMP REMOVAL LLC CALL OR TEXT 507-358-8076
"Serving Austin & Surrounding Areas" Free Estimates, Licensed and Insured Free Ash Tree Inspection for Emerald Ash Borer
The Social Worker - Developmental Disabilities/ Adult Services/Adult Protection position provides professional level counseling and consultation and administers a variety of social services to individuals with developmental disabilities, brain injuries, physical disabilities, and mental illness. This position is also responsible for investigating vulnerable adult mistreatment and abuse and administers a variety of socials services to County residents in need. You must complete both the Freeborn County and Merit applications to be considered for this position. Completed applications along with cover letter and resume are due by 12:00 pm Friday, October 9th, 2026. You can find the Freeborn County application at www.co.freeborn.mn.us and the Merit application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Page 6 • Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • MOWER COUNTY SHOPPER CUSTOM LANDSCAPING SOFTSCAPES PAVER PATIOS/ HARDSCAPES LA N MAINTENANCE SOD INSTALLATION SPRING FALL CLEANUPS SNO REMOVAL
ANTHONY SIMON CONSTRUCTION
QUALIT QUALITY Y CRAFT CRAFTSMANSHIP SMANSHIP -- BUILT BUILT T TO O L LAS AST T
New Construction · Remodeling · Additions dditions Roof ing · Siding i ing · and n More o(e Decks · Roo
Call 507- 402-7308
Licensed & Insured
HONEYWELL WIRELESS ALARM SYSTEMS MONITORED BURGLAR & FIRE ALARMS CAMERA SYSTEMS WITH ABILTITY TO SEE UP TO 150 FEET IN THE DARK
SALES & SERVICE · INSTALLATION FREE QUOTES · RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
CLASSIFIED Marketplace MOWER COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS • DEADLINE IS FRIDAY BY 9 AM FOR OUR TUESDAY SHOPPER!
3405 W. Oakland Avenue • Austin, MN 55912 | (507) 437-7731 | MowerCountyShopper.com
Garage Sales
Fuel and Wood
FALL RUMMAGE SALE 2702 5th Avenue SW. Friday, October 2nd, 1pm7pm. Saturday, October 3rd, 8am-2pm. Women’s, Women’s Plus, Men’s, Teen boys and girls clothing. Books, Kitchen items, Holiday items, baby mini crib, booster seats. Rolling storage carts, plastic drawers. Bike and Lots of Misc.
MIX HARDWOODS FIREWOOD FOR SALE. FREE DELIVERY AUSTIN & ALBERT LEA AREA CALL (507)438-9181
103 E. MAIN ST., Rose Creek, MN Friday - October 2nd, 1pm - 6pm. Saturday October 3rd, 10am - 4pm. Large insulated dog house, elevated game theater, large wire bird or rabbit cage, 7.5 mercury boat motor, old chairs, tall wood book shelf, tools, heavy duty wooden work bench and other multiple miscellaneous items.
Antiques & Collectibles NEED CASH? I give free appraisals of your coins 1964 and older. I am also looking to buy older coins such as silver dollars, halves,quarters,dimes and Indian head cents. Call Ron from Hayfield 507-477-2427 or 507-259-6460 COUNTRYSIDE ANTIQUE SALE October 2nd, 3rd, 4th. 17031 810th Ave, Glenville. 30-50% OFF ALL INVENTORY. CALL 507-402-0880
Want to Buy Merchandise BUYING AND SELLING silver bars, silver dollars, rare coins, gold jewelry, any goldsilver items, collector coins, currency. Same retail location for 44 years. I own 1,625 acres of land near Ormsby. Kuehl’s Coins Fairmont, MN 507-235-3886 507399-9982
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.
Automobiles
1940 CHEVY 2-door Sedan 216 Engine, needs overhaul $9,500 OBO 507-4349435
Boats & Watercraft 1990 LARSON ANGLER 170 Fiberglass boat with a 1990 90HP Evinrude motor Livewells, onboard battery charging system, dual anchors, Hummingbird 565 Locator, Minn Kota Terrova 55 trolling motor Asking $4,000 Please call 507-4338548 for showing FOR SALE FISHING BOAT 1999 Smoker Craft 40HP Evinrude Looks new Custom tarp Bow-mount trolling motor Spartan galvanized trailer Kicker Motors -7.5/9.5 choice or both Call 507-440-2493 for pricing and details
Motorcycles & ATV’s 2019 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXDR 10,200 miles - new rear tire- new battery factory passenger seat - 114 cubic inch M8 engine asking $11,500 507-440-8353 HONDA VTX 1800 Motorcycle 2003 Model 5 Speed 21,000 miles Good condition Call 507-279-0306
1993 CHRYSLER LEBARON 2 DOOR, EMERALD GREEN, EXCELLENT CONDITION, 46,176 MILES. CALL 507-438-7550.
Parts & Accessories 1977 ENCLOSED CARGO TRAILER USED AS GAME TRAILER 24FT, NEW
TIRES, LIGHTS AND WIRING, WELL KEPT. $2,800 OBO. CALL BUTCH JENSEN 507-391-0418 OR STEVE 218839-2838.
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
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 4384307 27 years experience, bonded. License #BC 710064
Tree Service LINDER TREE SERVICE Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal! Boom truck and insured. Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081 The cost is $50 for an image and 25 words and the classified ad will run until is sells!
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OPEN HOUSE
Real Estate
Sat, October 3rd 11 am - 4 pm 14701 880th Ave, Glenville, MN 56036 $289,500 MEADOWS WEST TOWNHOMES NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS
& Auctions
2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes. Rent based on income. Credit Check & Criminal Background Check Required.
300 27th Street SW, Austin, MN 55912
507-434-2000
RURAL PROPERTY FOR SALE · 2.89 acres · Private, quiet location with several outbuildings · 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bathrooms Call 507-380-8039 with questions or for a private showing LIVE MULTI PARTY AUCTION SATURDAY - October 3rd, 2026 9 AM FIREARMS + AMMO, KNIVES, BEER LIGHTS + SIGNS, PET FOOD (SELLING AT 11AM), FURNITURE, ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES, TOOLS, FARM PRIMITIVES & MORE. ~ Food available on site ~ Spring Valley Sales Co. - Auction Building 412 E. Park St., Spring Valley, MN More information & pictures available at: www.springvalleysales.com or www.auctionsgo.com Sale arranged and conducted by Spring Valley Sales Co. Auctioneers: Kevin Grabau (Lic. 23-22005) 507-346-2183 or 507-951-1478 Dick Schwade (Lic. 23-22009) 507-251-7313
OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY, OCT. 3RD WONDERFUL, MOVE RIGHT INTO
2BR, 2-bath condo with new decor & lighting close to downtown & Mayo. Open floor plan, eat in kitchen, covered patio, community room, underground garage & guest room. $114,500. #7143100. NEW CONSTRUCTION
Be the first to own this 4BR 2bath Split in SW. Vaulted ceiling, 2-family rms, fireplace, stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, deck, large dbl garage & 5-yr tax abatement. $385,000. #7080450. CLASSIC TUDOR DESIGN For this stately, charming 3BR 3-bath home in NW. Has 2fireplaces, natural woodwork, hardwd flrs, formal dining rm, LL family rm, brick/stone exterior, patio & dbl garage. $189,500. #7087059. REASONABLY PRICED
Sharp, spacious 4BR 3-bath 2Story in SW with fenced yard. Lovely woodwork, hardwd flrs, new kitchen, new roof, updated mechanicals, c/a, porch, deck & big single garage. $192,500 #7129454. GREAT VALUE FOR THE PRICE Superb, large 3BR 1.5-Story in good SW spot with hardwd flrs, dining rm, baths on all three flrs, LL family rm, paver patio, stl sdng, c/a, big dbl garage & all appliances stay $195,000. #7138567.
103 11th ave sw list price $234,900 remodeled 3 bed, 2 ba, XL lot
105 21st st NW list price $214,900 3 bed, 3 bath, 1 car tons of upgrades 400 oakland pl ne, #9
list price $239,900 2 bed, 3 bath, 2 car 2222 Fin. SQ FT
1300 26th st SW
Noon - 1:30 pm 1600 4th Ave SW Austin, MN 55912 $209,900
MLS #7119376 Looking for your perfect home? This is it! This wonderfully kept 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has been completely remodeled with a new kitchen, windows, new electrical, refinished hardwood flooring and newer furnace with central air. The exterior siding has been comlpletely repainted. Newer appliances, double garage, fenced yard, and a 2-stall garage and 2-stall car port. This home is also located in a great area close to schools and the Mower County Fairgrounds. This a dream come true!
1426 1st Ave. SW, Austin Licensed in MN “Your Full Service Company” Lic# 147797 507-433-1833 | www.austinsterlinghomes.com
List price $484,900 4 bed, 3 bath, 3 car huge fenced lot
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Tuesday, September 29th - Monday, October 5th, 2026
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Sunday:
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FRESH California Red Seedless Grapes............................................$1.99/lb FRESH Washington Bartlett Pears..................................................$1.49/lb FRESH Washington Honeycrisp Apples............................................$1.69/lb Fresh Express Iceberg Garden Salad 12oz............................................$1.88 FRESH Minnesota Grown Acorn, Spaghetti, Butternut or Buttercup Squash...99¢/lb Best Choice Russet Potatoes 5lb Bag..................................................$2.49 Ocean Mist Crisp Celery.................................................................$1.99 FRESH Navel Oranges ................................................................$1.49/lb
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FRESH Boneless Beef Bottom Round Roast USDA Choice Product of USA
$6
Frozen Chicken Leg Quarters Sold in a 10lb Bag
$5
$3 19
Lb.
Family Pack
Lb.
Smithfield Marinated Pork Loin Fillets 90 Ea.
Johnsonville Fresh Bratwurst or Sausage 19oz Select Varieties
Product of USA
59
FRESH 80% Lean Ground Beef
$4 99
18.4-23oz Select Varieties
$4
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Best Choice Shredded or Chunk Cheese 6-8oz Select Varieties.............2/$3 Campbell’s Chunky Soup 18.8-19oz Select Varieties..........................2/$4 Pure Life Purified Drinking Water 24pk 16.9oz..............................$3.99 General Mills Cereal 9-10.8oz Select Varieties...............................$2.49 Betty Crocker Cake, Cookie or Brownie Mix or Frosting 12-16.3oz Select Varieties (When You Buy 2 or $1.99ea)..................................99¢ Green Giant Vegetables 14.5-15.25oz Select Varieties.......................4/$5 Best Choice Potato Chips 5-8oz Select Varieties...............................2/$4 Jack’s Original Pizza 13.8-15.8oz Select Varieties...........................3/$10 Kingsford Charcoal Briquettes 12-16lb Select Varieties...................$12.99 Best Choice Ice Cream 4qt Pail Select Varieties..............................$5.99 Pepsi Products 6pk 16.9oz Btls.................................................$5.99 7-UP 6 Pack Lemon Lime Flavored Soda 6ea ................................2/$10
Sold Whole in the Bag
Lb.
$13
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$1 49
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$12
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$2 39
Frozen Whole Chicken
99
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Sea Best Argentinian Raw Shrimp 99
Farmland Boneless Ham & Water Product 99
$2 39
Kretschmar Deli Sliced Ham Select Varieties..............................$7.49/lb
$5 59
FRESH Boneless Beef New York Strip Steak
99
Chicken Wings
FRESH Whole Boneless Pork Loin
16-20ct 2lb
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$15
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Ore Ida Frozen Potatoes
Kraft Miracle Whip
$3 49
$4 49
19-32oz
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Kool-Aid Bursts 6ct
19-30oz
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Smart Ones Entree
Kraft Mac & Cheese Dinners 5ct
Kool-Aid Jammers 10ct
$3 99
$1 99 Ea.
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Maxwell House Ground Coffee
99¢ 6.49-10.25oz 99¢ 23.1-27.9oz
$11
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Kraft Spiral Mac & Cheese Dinners 4ct
$4 49 Ea.