The Mower County
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 Vol. 51, No. 51
S outhern M innesota S hoppers , I nc . 3405 W. O akland A venue • A ustin , MN 507-437-7731
YOUTH PROGRAMS After School/No School Childcare Early Childhood Education Gymnastics Preschool Swimming Lessons Youth Sports
HEALTHY LIVING FREE Fitness Assessment Group Exercise Lap Swimming Personal Training & SO MUCH MORE!
HEALTHY AGING PROGRAMS Adaptive Fitness Equipment Barre Basics Chair Yoga Enhance Fitness Nordic Walking Strength & Stretch
ymcaatacrc.org
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Olmsted Medical Center – Owatonna Clinic
Now Open Experience the Difference in Care
Services Available: • Primary Care & Family Medicine • Women’s Health • Mammograms • On-Site Laboratory Services • Specialty services including cardiology, gynecology, dermatology, psychiatry, and more!
210 Oak Avenue North Owatonna, MN 507.935.5601 olmstedmedicalcenter.org
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HIGHWAY MECHANIC
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
The Highway Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing Freeborn County vehicles and heavy equipment and ensuring equipment are properly maintained according to County, State and Federal regulations and guidelines. Must have a valid Minnesota Driver’s License, and ability to obtain a Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License, MSHA Certification, forklift certification, and OSHA training. See complete job description on the Freeborn County website http://www.co.freeborn.mn.us/Jobs.aspx. Completed applications along with cover letter and resume are due by 12:00 PM Friday, January 9th, 2026. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
PUBLIC HEALTH – FAMILY HOME VISITOR
Run Your Ad In Our Business Directory and Get Results! You Can Reach Over 20,000 Readers!
Call 507-396-6370 Today
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 self-sufficient. This position has a part in implementing the required Local Public Health Activities that are organized according to the following areas: assure an adequate public health infrastructure; promote healthy communities and healthy behavior; prevent the spread of infectious disease; protect against environmental health hazards; prepare for and respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery; and assure the quality and accessibility of health services. 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 p.m., Friday, January 2nd, 2026. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
FREEBORN COUNTY ASSESSOR Freeborn County is accepting applications for a full-time County Assessor. The County Assessor directs the administration of ad valorem property taxation prescribed by Minnesota Statutes and the Minnesota Department of Revenue to ensure that a uniform and equalized assessment of all property in Freeborn County is attained. The Assessor is responsible for the valuation, classification, and appeals of all property in Freeborn County. Pay range experience.
$99,857
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$133,150
annually
based
on
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, January 2nd, 2026. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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CLAYTON COUNTY RECYCLING P YY PP H AP H Remember to Remember to W YYEE ARR Celebrate Safely! Celebrate Safely! NEE W N
Serving North Iowa at Two Locations: 1560 400th St, Kensett, IA · 641-845-2990 2792 130th St, Belmond, IA · 641-444-4633
EARLY DEADLINE NOTICE
and
Deadline for the
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30TH Mower County Shopper will be
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24TH BY 9:00 AM THE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25TH
Happy Holidays The Mower County
NEW YEARS EVE
Merry Christmas & appy e ear Wishing our customers and community a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with joy, peace, and prosperity.
Special Menu
Cheers!
to the to the New New Year Year
ENTRÉE 10oz Garlic Herb Prime Rib Au jus & creamy horseradish
($35)
Cracker Crumb Walleye
Buttery Ritz cracker crumb crust, lemon & pineapple tartar sauce
PLEASE PLEASE CELEBRATE CELEBRATE SAFELY SAFELY AND AND RESPONSIBLY. RESPONSIBLY.
($30)
Smoked Gouda Tortellini
Marinated grilled chicken, caramelized onions, sundried tomatoes
($25)
STARCH
Buttery Yukon Gold Potatoes
VEGETABLE
Lemon Broccolini
DESSERT
Locally Owned - Owner Operated!
Chocolate Chili Tort à la mode
WE HAVE OVER 300 ROLL OFF DUMPSTERS In 12 yd, 30 yd, & 40 yd Sizes to Fit Your Needs!
THOMPSON SANITATION Office: 507-256-4370
108 N. Independence Ave, Clarks Grove MN 56016
Res Re serv ervatio ationnss Rec Recom omme mende nded d Eve Everyo r on ne e is is Welcom We lcome! e!
Regular Menu Also Available
Albert Lea, Minnesota www.cargill.com/albert lea
2200 W 9th St | Albert Lea, MN 507-373-2007 | wedgewoodcove.com
S outhern M inneSota S hopperS , i nc . 3405 W. o akland a venue a uStin , Mn 507-437-7731
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!
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Classifieds
Marketplace 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.
Sell your car, boat, RV, lawn mower or tractor in the classifieds.
The cost is $50 for one image and 25 words and the classified ad will run until it sells.
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. &DOO 5RQ IURP +D\¿HOG 507-477-2427 or 507-259-6460
Fuel and Wood
Machinery & Tools STIHL Products in Stock We’re your Stihl Dealer. 507-448-3302 TRADING POST Gordonsville
POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302 TRADING POST Gordonsville
Automobiles 1940 Chevy 2-door Sedan 216 Engine, needs overhaul $9,500 OBO 507-434-9435,
General Notices Due to the upcoming holidays we will have early deadlines for classified advertisements starting the week of December 15, 2025 and we will resume normal deadlines on January 5, 2026.
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.
Motorcycles & ATV’s 2019 Harley Davidson FXDR 10,200 miles - new rear tirenew battery - factory passenger seat - 114 cubic inch M8 engine asking $11,500 507.440.8353
Call 507-396-4617 to place your classified ad.
ATTENTION
MIX HARDWOODS FIREWOOD FOR SALE. FREE DELIVERY If you have question or AUSTIN & concerns please contact us at 507-396-4617 ALBERT LEA AREA CALL Apartments (507)438-9181
Machinery & Tools
MOWER COUNTY AND SURROUNDING AREAS MowerCountyShopper.com 3405 W Oakland Avenue • Austin, MN 55912 • (507) 396-4617
2017 Black Kia Sorrento EX 19MPG, AWD, Top Safety Pick, clean title. Panoramic roof, adaptive cruise, Carplay, heated seats, remote-start, 3rd row. Hitch 4 pin. New battery, good tread. Garaged. Easy entry. 507-481-8295 -1987 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE GOOD SHAPE, EVERYTHING WORKS. 8OK MILES. CALL (507)440-0701,
Comm. Vehicles & Trailers 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 218-839-2838.
For Sale: Red 1999 Honda CN250 Helix Scooter 19,800 miles Showroom-perfect condition No scratches or dents Asking $3,100 Call Gene: 507-589-5536
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
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 Classified deadline is Thursday at 5pm.
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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
ONLINE ONLY
HAY AUCTION AUCTION LOCATION
100 State Hwy 16 Dexter, MN (old Windmill building)
Bidding Opens: Monday, Jan 5th @ 10:00 a.m. Lots start closing: Tuesday, Jan 13th @ 10:00 a.m.
Taking Consignments Now for Our Upcoming Hay Auction Tuesday, January 13th
GRASS, ALFALFA, STRAW & CORNSTALKS ONLINE ONLY AUCTION Call our Dexter Office at 507-584-0133! Inspection Dates: Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pickup & Payment: Paid within 5 days and picked up within 2 weeks
100 State Hwy 16, Dexter, MN • PO Box 37, Kenyon, MN 507-584-0133 or 507-789-5421
Matt Maring Lic# 25-28 | 507-951-8354 Kevin Maring Lic# 25-70 | 507-271-6280 Adam Engen Lic# 25-93 | 507-213-0647 Bill Hilton Lic# 50-24 | 507-279-9600 Andrew Hamilton Lic# 55-051925 | 507-438-6693 Dylan Kallemeyn Lic #46-94 | 507-236-6223 Mike Munroe, Sales Rep | 507-517-1875
Go to HMauction.com for more details or call 507-584-0133
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Holiday Savings Valid in-store only December 24 - 30, 2025 at your Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault and Owatonna Hy-Vee locations. Select varieties included.
LU 87906
NEW YEARS EVE BALLOON DROP
1 DAY ONLY! December 29, V2025 L SA
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DECEMBER 31, 2025
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FOR KID’S 12 & UNDER. NOT A MEMBER OF KIDS CLUB? SIGN UP WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE EVENTS.
with $30 purchase Valid in store and online orders placed on Monday, December 29. Minimum $30 purchase required. Non-stackable. Some exclusions apply. See store for details. Limit 1. For online orders, use code: TCDEC2925
3-Day Sale FRIDAY - SUNDAY | DECEMBER 26-28
1.77lb.
Bone-in pork shoulder roast Hormel Always Tender
3.99lb.
Hy-Vee True chicken wingettes previously frozen
ea.
with purchase of 3 Frito-Lay party size snacks
8.12 to 18 oz.
1.99
Chex Mix, Gardetto’s or Bugles snacks
7.5 to 8.6 oz.
December 26, 2025 January 11, 2026
3.48
ea.
with purchase of 4 Coca-Cola soda or Dasani purified water 6 pk. bottles 16.9 fl. oz.
3.99
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AUSTIN 12 PM
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ALBERT LEA 12 PM
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3/ 5 $
Hy-Vee potato or tortilla chips 7.5 to 13 oz.
5.00
Good Start breakfast
2 eggs, 2 bacon or sausage, hashbrowns & toast