The Mower County
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Vol. 52, No. 41
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Crisp Season Savings!
Valid in-store only Oct. 14 - 20 , 2026 at your Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault, and Owatonna Hy-Vee locations.
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Limit 2 with coupon. Limit 1 coupon per customer. Valid in-store only Oct. 14-20, 2026 at your Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault and Owatonna Hy-Vee locations.
Limit 2 with coupon. Limit 1 coupon per customer. Valid in-store only Oct. 14-20, 2026 at your Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault and Owatonna Hy-Vee locations.
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Dutch Crunch kettle chips 9 oz.
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5.99
12.77
Limit 2 with coupon. Limit 1 coupon per customer. Valid in-store only Oct. 14-20, 2026 at your Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault and Owatonna Hy-Vee locations.
Limit 1 with coupon. Limit 1 coupon per customer. Valid in-store only Oct. 14-20, 2026 at your Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault and Owatonna Hy-Vee locations.
Folgers classic roast 25.9 oz.
Market Grille rotisserie chicken 32 oz.
WAKE UP TO
FUEL SAVER STOCK UP SALE
TASTY DEALS
Valid on in-store and online orders placed through Jan. 3, 2027.
Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
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Bright Start
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Farmhouse Breakfast Sandwich
9.99
with every $60 purchase
Super Start
3-DAY SALE! October 16-18, 2026
3.99
with purchase of 3 Coca-Cola soda 6 pk. bottles 16.9 fl. oz.
3.99 Hy-Vee Choice Reserve bacon wrapped beef sirloin filet 5 oz. 8 oz. (5.99)
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Hy-Vee chili style or kidney beans 15.5 oz. (limit 4)
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Brew Pub Lotzza Motzza pizza 20 to 26.82 oz.
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Chobani Greek yogurt 5.3 oz.
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Celebration of *ife For
Debra Catherine *ar on (obo Please Join Us October 17, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Austin VFW
Entertainment
300 4th Ave NE, Austin, MN
Join us as we celebrate the life of Debra Kobow. Deborah passed away on July 17, 2026 at the age of 72.
Give Blood Save Lives! October 14th
October 22nd
The Hormel Institute 801 16th Ave NE Austin, MN 55912 9am - 3pm
Double Tree by Hilton 1701 4th St NW Austin, MN 55912
October 27th
October 29th
Austin Eagles Lookout Arie 703 107 11th St NE Austin, MN 55912 12pm - 6pm
12pm - 6pm
Our Saviors Lutheran 1600 W Oakland Ave Austin, MN 55912 12pm- 6pm
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Social Worker/ Case Manager – Child Protection / Child Welfare
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!
Information Technology Systems Engineer The Information Technology Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill a current vacancy and to develop a pool of qualified candidates for future Information Technology Technician openings. This position is under the direction of the IT Director, the Information Technology Systems Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of system computer equipment and network operations. Provides technical assistance, troubleshooting and technical support to system users in the operation and use of the network, computer hardware and computer software. Applications, job description, complete qualification listing available on the Freeborn County website at: www.co.freeborn.mn.us. Applications and resumes must be received no later than 12:00 pm, Friday, October 23rd, 2026. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Freeborn County Department of Human Services has a vacancy for a Case Manager/Social Worker in the Child Protection/Child Welfare Unit. This position provides services to assess strengths, works with families to establish and meet goals to promote health, safety and well-being of children. Starting at $35.09 / hr. 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 30th, 2026. Please call 507.377.5400 with any questions. 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
Public Health – Family Home Visitor The Family Home Visitor performs paraprofessional services to client families with children from prenatal to preschool and/or kindergarten entrance identified through screening and assessment to have some parenting risk factors. Works with families to promote positive functional and healthy family relationships and assist families in becoming selfsufficient. Applications, job description, complete qualification listing available on the Freeborn County website at: www.co.freeborn.mn.us. Applications and resumes must be received no later than 12:00 pm, Friday, October 23rd, 2026.
MOWER COUNTY SHOPPER
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Deadline for ALL Display Ads is 5 pm the Thursday prior to the following Tuesday’s publication of the Mower County Shopper.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WORLEIN-HOFF FUNERAL HOMES
September 28th
Carol Diane DeRaad, Age 80
Claussen Jordan Mortuary September 29th
Kari Lynn Peterson, Age 60 Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home Kragg David Overby, Age 64 Claussen Jordan Mortuary
October 1st
Donald Eugene Starry Sr, Age 81 Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home Carolyn Ann Yocom, Age 80 Claussen Jordan Mortuary Darlene Joyce Chinnow, Age 90 Claussen Jordan Mortuary
October 2nd
Margaret “Peggy” Jean Simons Age 95 Worelin-Hoff Funeral Home James Leo Urlick, Age 91 Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home
October 3rd
John Alan Watkins, Age 56
Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home October 4th
Kathleen “Kathy” Kay Johnson, Age 70 Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home
October 5th
Gloria Njos, Age 90 Clasen Jordan Mortuary
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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
Boats & Watercraft
Garage Sale 908 12th Ave SE. Oct 12 & Oct 13th 9am-6pm Oct 15th through Oct 17th 9am-6pm Weather pending Like new big wheel stroller, Halo bassinet, clothing, and hundreds of misc items.
MIX HARDWOODS FIREWOOD FOR SALE. FREE DELIVERY AUSTIN & ALBERT LEA AREA CALL (507)4389181 (tfn-b)
Antiques & Collectibles
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 507-433-8548 for showing
BUYING AND SELLING silver bars, silver dollars, rare coins, gold jewelry, any gold-silver 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 507-399-9982
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 (tfn-b) ANTIQUES WANTED! FENTON BASKETS VASES FAIRY LAMPS, PYREX BOWLS , GLASS MARBLES, ADVERTISING SIGNS, BRASS TOKENS, WOOD SHELL BOXES, LICENSE PLATES, WWI & WWII & VIETNAM MEDALS, HELMETS, KNIFES, AND CLOTHING, ADVERTISING TIN CONTAINERS, BRASS ANIMALS, DUCK DECOYS, BARN PULLEYS, POCKET & WRIST WATCHES, STERLING SILVER ITEMS, CAST IRON FRY PANS,WAFFLE IRONS,KETTLES ,WOOD & METAL CARPENTER PLANES, CLOCKS, RADIOS, KNIFES, SWORDS, BAYONETS, WELL PUMPS, ANVILS, WEATHERVANES ,CUPALAS, POSTCARDS, MAGAZINES, BOOKS, TOYS, OLD PHOTOGRAPHS, JEWELRY, DAV TAGS PLUS 100’S OF OTHER ITEMS CALL COUNTRYSIDEANTIQUES 507402-0880 (tfn-b)
Want to Buy Merchandise
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
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
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 (tfn-b)
Tree Service LINDER TREE SERVICE Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal! Boom truck and insured. Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081 (tfn-b)
HONDA VTX 1800 Motorcycle 2003 Model 5 Speed 21,000 miles Good condition Call 507-279-0306
Parts & Accessories
1940 CHEVY 2-door Sedan 216 Engine, needs overhaul $9,500 OBO 507-4349435
Products. 30+ Years Experience, Reasonable Rates. Call Orrin Mortensen at 507-214-8099 ANYTIME (tfn-b)
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
Sell your car, boat, RV, lawn mower or tractor in the classifieds. The cost is $50 for an image and 25 words and the classified ad will run until it sells!
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MEADOWS WEST TOWNHOMES NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS 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!
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AUTOMOTIVE Sales & Service
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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. MAKE THIS CONDO YOUR NEXT STOP!! Lovely 3BR 3-bath custom unit in Keystone Condos. Spacious open main flr, owners suite, large kitchen, fireplace, LL family rm, porch, deck & attached garage. Special find! $358,500. #7130864. 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.
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