A new business has opened in Preston, Minn. where area residents can go for a relaxing massage that can be beneficial to their health and well-being. Nancy Back has opened Serenity Within, which is located at 133 Fillmore Street W., Suite 4, in downtown Preston. Back attended the Total Look School of Cosmetology and Mas-sage Therapy in Cresco, Iowa where she received her State of Iowa license in Massage Therapy. The State of Minnesota does not require a license in order to work as a massage therapist, but Back wanted to receive the education and accreditation that comes with a license. There are many techniques which Back specializes in includ-ing Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, geriatric massage, pre-

and post-natal massage, sciatica issues, Myofascial release, sinus massages, as well as massages for muscular pain and other ail-ments. Back describes Swedish mas-sage as a relaxing massage. Myo-fascial release helps the body to move properly. Nancy works with patients who have TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint), which can cause pain in the jaw and muscles controlling the jaw, and can alleviate pain from the condition with massage. She explains that she is comfortable enough to actually work inside people’s mouths, something that many massage therapists are not. Back stated that massage can help with many conditions including helping to heal scar tissue following surgery or from burns. According to Back mas-sage can help allergies, colds, and headaches also. Back uses a

technique of hair-pulling to ease pain of patients with headaches and migraine headaches and is happy to explain to people how to use this technique themselves at home because she knows it is not always easy to get an appointment immediately when a headache occurs. Massage can also help with Lymphedema, which causes swelling in the arms and/or legs. Back states she has seen a vast improvement in one particular gentleman she has been working with who suffers from Lym-phedema. After going through tough personal issues in her life, Back credits her children for help-ing her reach this point. The children, Audra, 21, who is a step-daughter that Nancy raised, is currently in the Navy serv-ing on the USS Harry S. Tru-

Find your Serenity Within in Preston

That darn hat

page 4

Spanish banquet fundraiser

approachingpage 7

Holiday Hoops

page 10

Country Coffee Talk

page 12

The Salvation Army of Fill-more County held one of its Red Kettle Campaigns on Fri-day, December 20, 2013 in Preston, Minn., which is a very important fundraising event for the Salvation Army in Fillmore County as it collects a large por-tion of the entire budget for the year. Volunteers rang bells begin-ning at 9 a.m. at the F&M Bank corner offering friendly smiles to those walking by of

which many stopped to drop money in the red kettle and also to visit with the people ringing the bells. The kettle remained at F&M Bank until 5 p.m. when it moved to Preston Foods until the end of the campaign at 8 p.m. Many generous residents of Fillmore County reached deep into their pockets to donate. Dan Christianson and F&M Bank of Preston graciously offered to match 25 cents on each dollar raised up to $1,000. Christianson stated that F&M

Bank has been involved for a number of years and stated “It’s a great thing to do for the Salva-tion Army of Fillmore County.” The money raised stays in Fillmore County and Christian-son commented that it is good to “give locally” to benefit those in need right here in Fillmore County. This Fillmore County Salva-tion Army Red Kettle Cam-paign raised $2,584.01. The

Preston Red Kettle Campaign helps county

See RED KETTLE Page 2

At a special meeting of the Chatfield City Council on December 30 councilors dis-cussed a decision made at their November 25 meeting. At the November meeting it was suggested that WSB’s pro-jected engineering fee for St. Albans Place improvements of $12,600 for utility and street overlay improvements would not be reduced by much if a propos-

al from G-Cubed Engineering to provide services for utilities at that location was accepted. G-Cubed had offered a flat rate of $8,500 to design the utilities for EZ Fabrication. G-Cubed had already done some of the engineering work including field work and surveying for the Lon-estone Subdivision and lift sta-tion. At the November meeting it was decided that the WSB engi-neering costs would be reduced

Chatfield reconsiders portion of engineering proposal

See CHATFIELD Page 6

Nancy Back stands in her new massage office located at 133 Fillmore Street W. in Preston, Minn. Photo by Barb Jeffers See SERENITY Page 7

Weekly Edition Monday, January 6, 2014 Volume 29 Issue 16

Comment on this article at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

There was no parade

page 9

Canton l Chatfield l Fountain l Harmony l Lanesboro l Mabel l Ostrander l Peterson l Preston l Rushford l Rushford Village l Spring Valley l Whalan l Wykoff

PRSRT STDECR WSS

US. POSTAGEPAID

Permit No. 70MADELIA, MN 56062

POSTAL PATRON

“Where Fillmore County News Comes First”

Teri Klaehn CPA, LLC507-765-3696 Appointments still available.

Looking for a new tax preparer?

By Karen reisner

karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

By BarB Jeffers

barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

By BarB Jeffers

barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Page 2 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

{ We Live Where We Work }Jana is a Graphic Designer for the Fillmore County Journal and Visit Bluff Country magazine. With a passion for design, technology, art, and illustration, she enjoys each new project.

Jana grew up on a 5th generation dairy farm near Rushford where she still milks Brown Swiss with her parents and older brother, Jarad. Her sister, Brittany, works as an engineer at Raytheon in Los Angeles, California. Jana comes from a huge Norwegian family with grandparents and many aunts, uncles and cousins in the area.

Joining 4-H when she was just seven years old, Jana became involved in almost every single project area at the great Fillmore County Fair. It was here that she discovered she had a love and talent for art and design.

Jana pursued a degree in Graphic Design and graduated from Winona State University in May 2013. While in college she enjoyed competing on the Track and Field team as a pole vaulter for all four years.

When she isn’t working at the Fillmore County Journal she is busy farming, running, hunting, raising Dobermans, starting her photography business, or doing anything in the great outdoors.

Jana couldn’t imagine a better place to live and work. She loves the rural lifestyle, the people and the beauty of Bluff Country.

“I love my job because it gives me the opportunity to express and explore my own ideas. Living

in a small community and seeing businesses succeed from our hard

work is a wonderful feeling.” - Jana

Delivering the news every week!

Jana Olson507-765-2151

jana@fillmorecountyjournal.com

rochestercitylines.com • 507-288-4353

Driving to Rochester every day? Enjoy a...

Better RIDEBetter LIFE

with Rochester City Lines!

Ask how you can get

10 rides FREE!

Nursing home residents in the county enjoy social time with others with root beer floats provided by the Salvation Army service unit of Fillmore County. Each year a certain amount of money is also allotted for per-sonal assistance and emergency financial assistance to individu-als such as gas to get to a medi-cal appointment or help with other financial needs. The Salvation Army of Fill-more County service unit meets once a month on the fourth Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the Preston United Methodist Church and is always looking for new members. For more information phone Joan Kidd at (507) 352-2242 or come to the next meeting.

RED KETTLEContinued from Page 1

matching amount for F&M Bank would have been $646 but F&M Bank “rounded up,” said Dan Christianson, giving $700. This elevates the total amount raised to $3,284.01. According to member Joan Kidd the Salvation Army of Fill-more County serves residents in many different ways. The five schools in Fillmore County receive $600 for their milk break programs for those who cannot afford the cost, 100 holiday food boxes are distributed on Thanksgiving and Easter, and personal needs kits are distrib-uted to those who need them. A new program called “Shop with a Cop” has been given financial support through the Salvation Army and matches up children with police officers to let the kids shop for holiday gifts for their families.

ST. CHARLES, Minn. - Tim Gossman, Vice President and busi-ness and ag lender at Merchants Bank in St. Charles has been appointed to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture’s (USDA) Advi-sory Commit-tee on Begin-ning Farmers and Ranchers. G o s s m a n , who farms part-time near Chatfield, Minn., has 32 years of experience in agricul-tural lending, including providing training for the Land Stewardship Project’s Farm Beginning course, which helps new farmers through-out the Upper Midwest launch their agricultural enterprises. Gossman is currently Treasurer and past Chair of the Fillmore County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors. “New farmers and ranchers are important not only to agriculture but for rural communities as well. I’m excited and honored to be appointed to the Secretary’s Advisory Committee on Beginning Farmers and Ranchers,” said Gossman. “My involvement in agricultural lending and in working with community groups on new farmer challenges are experiences I can bring to this com-mittee.” Gossman is new to the banking team at Merchants Bank, spending the past 27 years with Root River State Bank in Chatfield. “We are fortunate to have Tim join us,” said Jim Allen, President of Merchants Bank in St. Charles. His

experience and skill are certainly an asset for us, but his real value will be to customers he serves.” Gossman said he’s excited about the opportunity to join Merchants. “Merchants Bank’s long history of helping the community, including the agriculture community, is very appealing to me and important to customers looking for a relationship with a community bank,” Gossman said. The Advisory Committee pro-vides guidance to the USDA Sec-retary on expanding opportunities that will help beginning farmers and ranchers. Appointees include farm-ers, ranchers, educators, bankers, military veterans, agency personnel and representatives from farm orga-nizations. The USDA is responsible for offering various credit, conserva-tion and training initiatives, such as the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program, which are specifically focused on the next gen-eration of farmers. Yet, as with many farm programs, the expired Farm Bill has left many of these programs inoperable or short of funding. Three members of the Minnesota Congressional delegation –- Senator Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Tim Walz, and Rep. Collin Peterson –- are on the Farm Bill conference commit-tee. That committee is currently working on finalizing a new five-year law. Merchants Bank has $1.348 billion in assets and 20 locations, including St. Charles, Winona, Goodview, Rochester, Caledonia, La Crescent, Onalaska, Spring Grove, Cannon Falls, Red Wing, Rushford,

Merchants Bank banker appointed to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture’s Advisory Committee on beginning farmers and ranchers

Lanesboro and Hampton, as well as the southern Twin Cities metropoli-tan suburbs of Apple Valley, Cottage Grove, Hastings, Rosemount and Lakeville. Recently, Merchants Bank announced plans to acquire an Alli-ance Bank location in Eau Claire, Wis. The “flagship” Merchants Bank in Winona was founded in 1875. Merchants Bank is a member FDIC and equal housing lender. Merchants Capital, the company’s leasing arm, is based in the Twin Cities. The ownership of Merchants Financial Group is made up of its employees and approximately 400 shareholders, mostly individuals and families from southeastern Minnesota and west-central Wisconsin. All loans are subject to credit approval.

Tim Gossman

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 3

If you would lIke to advertIse on the houston page, call peggI at 507-450-2291 for more InformatIon.

Stop & Shop in…HOUSTON

Houston, MN109 South Grant St.

507-896-3105

Caledonia, MN423 Vista Drive507-725-3801

WiN ANiPAD®

MiNi

S&A PetroleumHouston Food Mart bp

Hwy. 16 East • Houston, MN • 507-896-3000

USE BP REWARDS AND SAVE!

Watch for the New Online GameComing Soon!

Juried High School Art Show at Lanesboro Arts Center January 11 – February 8, 2014: Featuring Art by 9-12th grade students from four regional schools. Opening Recep-tion Saturday, January 11, 6-8 p.m. Artwork by 9th-12th grade students from throughout the region will be showcased in the annual Juried High School Art Show at Lanesboro Arts Center in Lanesboro, Minn. Free to the public, the exhibit will open with a reception on Saturday, January 11, 2014 from 6-8 p.m., a good chance to meet students and teach-ers from participating schools. The exhibit will run through February 8, 2014, with gallery hours Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Work in a variety of media will grace the gallery walls by students from Chatfield (Kelly Puent, art teacher); Fillmore-Cen-

tral (Carrie Mathison, art teacher); Lanesboro (Krista Flaig, art teach-er); and Rushford-Peterson (Sam Cunningham, art teacher). This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through

a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appro-priation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. Handicapped accessible, the gal-lery is located at 103 Parkway Ave N. in Lanesboro, Minn. Providing year-round arts program-ming for more than 30 years, Lanesboro Arts Center’s mis-sion is to serve as a regional catalyst for

artistic excellence and educational development in providing diverse artexperiences for people of all ages. For more information contact 507-467-2446 / info@lanesboroarts.org. www.lanesboroarts.org

Juried High School Art Show at Lanesboro Arts Center

Digitally painted self-portrait by Chatfield High School student Julius General.

ST. PAUL, Minn. — January is National Blood Donor Month, and the American Red Cross invites those who are eligible to join the millions of blood donors across the country in helping ensure a stable blood supply for patients in need. People have many different rea-sons for donating blood. Jill Long’s is her late husband, Bill, who died from esophageal cancer. After his stage 4 diagnosis, he was able to survive for three more years, thanks in part to the blood transfusions he received. Long said she believes “the gift of time” is what blood donors really give. “It took me only a few minutes to donate my blood, while he spent all day receiving someone else’s — just so that he could keep fighting to stay alive,” she said. They were both grateful for that opportunity to fight, Long said. Now, as a blood donor, she said she feels like she can help other families in similar situations “battle to stay together as long as possible.” January can be a difficult month to collect donations due to inclem-

ent weather and seasonal illnesses. The Red Cross encourages eligible donors to make an appointment to give during National Blood Donor Month by visiting redcross-blood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Fillmore County: •January 6 from 2-7 p.m. atUnited Methodist Church, 124 Winona East St. in Chatfield, Minn. Houston County: •January 7 from 12:30-6:30 p.m. at Four Seasons Community Center, 900 N. Kingston St. in Caledonia, Minn. •January14from1-7p.m.atSt.Mary’s Church, 202 S. Sheridan St. in Houston, Minn. January 15 from 12-6 p.m. at American Legion, 509 N. Chest-nut St. in La Crescent, Minn. How to donate blood: Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcross-blood.org to make an appointment or for more information. All blood

types are needed to ensure a reli-able supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. About the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross shel-ters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their fami-lies. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

Red Cross invites eligible donors to give blood during National Blood Donor Month

Page 4 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week.

Editorial Cartoon

COMMENTARY

Comment on this column at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Will you be making a New Year’s

resolution for 2014?

Online Reader Poll Results

• Yes, I make one every year and stick to it .......0%

• Yup, but it usually lasts a month or two ...........0%

• No, never can stick to it anyway .....................100%

Next week’s reader poll question:

Do you feel that snow removal has

been adequate?

Cast your vote at fillmorecountyjournal.com

(In the 507 area code)

136 St. Anthony St. • P.O. Box 496Preston, MN 55965

507-765-2151 • 1-800-599-0481 FAX 507-765-2468

e-mail: news@fillmorecountyjournal.comwebsite: www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Publisher/Editor Jason SethreAssociate Publisher Amanda SethreCreative Director Sheena TollefsonAssistant Editor Mitchell WalbridgePhoto Journalist Barb JeffersAd Design Gabby KinnebergAd Design Kim SappAd Design Jana OlsonSales Sherry HinesSales Peggi RedalenSales Sarah Wangen

Published by Sethre Media Group, Inc. every Monday and mailed third class. Circulation: 11,232 FREE SUBSCRIPTIONS to Zip Codes served, 920 FREE STORE DISTRIBUTION and 246 PAID SUBSCRIPTIONS at $55 per year, third class or $105 first class.

DEADLINE for news & advertising is NOON WEDNESDAY for the Monday

Edition. © 2014

Contributors: Vicki Christianson, Tammy Danielson, Col. Stan Gudmundson, Steve Harris, Becky Hoff, Jackie Horsman, Barb

Jeffers, Loni Kemp, Eric Leitzen, Kathy Little, Yvonne Nyenhuis, Gary Peterson, Karen Reisner, Angie Rodenburg, Paul

Trende, Jade Sexton, Mitchell Walbridge, Hannah Wingert, Kirsten Zoellner

By Eric Leitzen I came from, arguably, a family of nomads. My family lost the family farm through various means, some of them slightly ques-tionable, and as a result my clan have w a n d e r e d t h r o u g h n o r t h e r n Illinois and into central Wi s con s in . My mother, father, and older siblings moved six times in 20 years and finally settled into a little town called Neillsville, almost smack-dab in the mid-dle of the state. We stayed there for 11 years which was, up to then, the longest my family had stayed anywhere in the 25 years my parents had been building their family. So, what does this have to do with a hat? Well, as my wife will tell you (often while sardonically hum-ming “Deutschland Über Alles” and rolling her eyes) my family is quite close. Not necessarily by design, as the gap between my eldest and youngest sister is 13 years, but more by necessity. When you move so much, and the children are so young, it can be tough to form and hold onto friendships and the like. Even in this world of Facebook and Twitter, I don’t keep up like I should with people I’ve moved away from. When your family moves as much as mine did, you may not have those childhood friends we see in Hallmark movies that ride Schwinns down sun-dappled lanes pas colonials and Cape Cods… but you still have your family. You always have your family. Now, anyone will tell you that being the new kid in town, or

at school, it a tough go. I just learned a few years ago about the fights my older brothers got into being outsiders at the schools they grew up in, which I found a little shocking when I heard of their ferocity. Through all of this, though, there seemed to be one com-mon thread that kept us all going. It didn’t matter how much you got beaten up, or teased, or bullied, or whatever, because you could still come home to a loving family and, sometimes, that was all you had. As a result, the decisions and actions you make, like some sort of weird Japanese stage play, seem to have heavy overtones of “family honor,” even when your family was a bunch of German nomads in the middle of Wisconsin. Which brings me to… the hat. I was born in 1985, to a fam-ily that originally called north-ern Illinois home. If you know your NFL History, it should come as no surprise that I was brought up to be a fan of the Chicago Bears. Of course, that ran into a bit of a snag when my family spent 11 years in one of the deepest parts of Packer country. Naturally, I got teased, particularly when Brett Favre’s magical mystery bus rode all the way to a Super Bowl win in 1997. Kids used to follow me down the hall-ways chanting “The Bears Still Suck” over and over again like it was some sort of dogma, but always I remained firm, and why? Because my family expected me to. Whether they actually spoke it or not, it was understood that this house was a house, certainly, of people who did not cheer the Green and Gold. Sure, my brother liked the Dolphins, and I had a soft spot for the cannon-armed lefty quarterback in Cincin-nati, but no one in that house backed the Pack, no matter

That darn hat what. But one day, at a Farm n Fleet or a Fleet Farm (I never could keep them straight), I buckled to the pressure and my 11 year old hand reached out to grab a simple Packers hat on clearance, asking my mom with puppy-dog eyes if I could have it. To my surprise, she allowed it, and luckily neither of my older brothers or my father were along on the trip to criti-cize my decision. Instead, I got that when I returned home. “Oh, my son!” I remember my dad saying sorrowfully, ready to rip the garments he was wearing, “A Packer fan! I can’t believe it!” I never wore the hat. Not once. I had shamed my fam-ily. I put it away and tried to never look at it again. The surge I felt in the store to my soul, that maybe I wouldn’t be mocked as much, or maybe this would help me make some new friends, had turned sour in my stomach in the face of my father’s admonishment. The things you say to your family stick, no matter how much you may mean for it to be a joke. Just a week ago, at the fam-ily Christmas, when I let my shaggy hair fall where it may because, hey, I’m on vacation, my brother took one look at me and said, with some over-the-top bravado, “what is that, a center part? Leitzen men part their hair on the side!” and ever since I’ve been trying to keep my hair where it should be, as a point of pride. I know it sounds ridiculous, even at this age, to let something like that get to you, but as this new year dawns it would be a good idea to reflect back on what you’ve said to those who are important in your life and see what may still affect them 15 years later. You might be surprised.

Eric Leitzen

Tim Penny, President/CEOSouthern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Here at Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), during the past year, we highl ighted our work in entrepreneur development. It was an exciting year of partner-ships, growth, and progress as we watched our dollars at work in the lives of business owners across our region. In 2014, we will spend the year highlighting our commu-nity development work. Since inception in 1986, SMIF has worked to create economic prosperity and community vitality within its 20-county region. Over the past 28 years, we have worked to identify and leverage our region’s assets to achieve these goals. Southern Minnesota’s culture has long cultivated a spirit of collabora-tion that brings together neigh-bors, communities, and the public and private sectors. We are proud of our role in con-tinuing to bring local leaders together to pool resources and ideas for greater outcomes. One area of our community work is helping to establish and grow Community Foun-dations as a way to expand resources within our 20-county region. Currently we have 23 community foundations and four designated funds under our umbrella-helping to build local philanthropic capacity for communities to do grant-making. Collectively over the years, these funds have built $2.06 million in assets and

have awarded more than $3.1 million in grants and program-ming. In addition, through the support of our donor partners, we are able to do even more. For instance, SMIF’s collabo-ration with Valspar Corp. has enabled us to grant thousands of gallons of paint to commu-nity projects across our region. Historical buildings, commu-nity centers, and local murals have all received fresh coats of paint through our Picture-It-Painted program. These proj-ects also bring citizens together in collaboration, volunteerism, and community pride. We also play the role of con-vener on a variety of regional issues. A few years ago, we invited communities to gather and discuss regionalism and how it affects our economy and ties to the global economy-the project was called Southern Minnesota Regional Com-petitiveness. We continue to convene communities around interest areas (early child-hood or entrepreneurship) to facilitate ongoing conversa-tions that impact our region. We partner with local gov-ernments, other foundations, entrepreneurs, businesses, early childhood professionals, and leaders across the region; together we strengthen south-ern Minnesota-this place we all call home. As always, I welcome your questions and comments. You can reach me at 507-455-3215 or timp@smifoundation.org.

Looking ahead to 2014

Tim Penny

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 5

Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce

AnnuAl MeetingWed., January 15, 2014 • 7pm

Lanesboro Memorial Community CenterStrategic Plan • Election of Directors • Networking

Open to the Public

Congratulations fire poster winners

Harmony: Front (left to right) Oliver Hoeltzle, Klaudia Biel, Chase Gatzke, Lillyan Kiehne, Zoey Case. Back (left to right) Rod Johnson, Raen Johnson, Hannah Storlie, Kendyl Kraling, Coltan Dempewolf, Brian Michael.

Preston: Front (left to right) Cora Britton, Courtney Hershberger, Aubrey Daniels, Landon Sethre, Kyra Arndt. Back (left to right) Alyssa Britton, Lauren Mensink, Kaylee Arndt, Kjerstiana Corson, Erik Topness.

Photos submitted

• Monday, January 6, Lanesboro City Council meet-ing, City Hall, 5:30 p.m.•Monday, January 6, Preston City Council meeting, Council Chambers, 6 p.m.•Tuesday, January 7, Fillmore County Commissioners meet-ing, Courthouse, 9 a.m.•Tuesday, January 7, Houston School Board meeting, 5:30 p.m.•Tuesday, January 7, Ostrander City Council meet-ing, Community Center, 6 p.m.•Tuesday, January 7, Rushford Village City Council meeting, Community Center, 7 p.m.•Wednesday, January 8, Canton City Council meet-ing, City Hall, 7 p.m.•Wednesday, January 8, Mabel City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m.•Wednesday, January 8, Peterson City Council meet-ing, City Hall, 7 p.m.•Monday, January 13, Whalan City Council meeting, City Hall, 5 p.m.•Monday, January 13, Houston City Council meet-ing, City Hall, 7:30 p.m.•Monday, January 13, Wykoff City Council meeting, City Hall, 7 p.m.•Monday, January 13, Chatfield City Council meet-ing, City Hall, 7 p.m.•Monday, January 13, City of Rushford City Council meet-ing, City Hall, 6:30 p.m.•Monday, January 13, Spring Valley City Council meeting, City Hall 6 p.m.

Schedule subject to change.

Government this week

ContaCt Your LegisLatorsGovernor

Mark DaytonOffice of the Governor

130 State Capitol75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther

King Jr. Blvd.St. Paul, MN 55155

800-657-3717651-201-3400

mark.dayton@state.mn.us

State RepresentativesGreG DaviDs

District 28B283 State Office Building

100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

St. Paul, MN 55155-1298651-296-9278

rep.greg.davids@house.mn

State SenatorJereMy Miller

District 28State Office Bldg., Room 135100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther

King Jr. Blvd.St. Paul, MN 55155-1206

651-296-5649sen.jeremy.miller@senate.mn

U.S. RepresentativetiM Walz

walz.house.govWashington D.C. Office

1034 Longworth House Office Building

Washington, D.C. 20515202-225-2472

202-225-3433 FaxRochester Office

1130 1/2 7th St. NW, Ste 208Rochester, MN 55901

507-206-0643

U.S. SenatoraMy klobuchar

klobuchar.senate.govWashington, D.C. Office

United States Senate302 Hart Senate Office Building

Washington, D.C. 20510202-224-3244

Rochester Office1130 1/2 7th St. NW, Ste 208

Rochester, MN 55901507-288-5321

Ryan Robert Rechtzigel, 33, of Preston, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on December 19, 2013 for sen-tencing for one count Burglary - 3rd Degree - Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Misdemeanor. Rechtzigel was given a stay of imposition, placed under supervised probation for five years. Rechtzigel was given 127 days in the Fillmore County Jail with credit for time served of 127 days. Rechtzigel was also given 50 hours of com-munity work service. This sentence is concurrent with another conviction of Wrong-fully Obtaining Assistance - Theft - By False Statements, Concealment, Impersonation. Steven Craig O’Neill, 46, of Preston, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on Monday, December 23, 2013 facing one alleged count Bur-glary - 2nd Degree - Dwelling, one alleged count Burglary - 2nd Degree - Building - Pos-sess Tool, one alleged count Burglary - 3rd Degree - Steal/

Commit Felony or Gross Mis-demeanor, one alleged count Energy or Telecom - Damage or Theft of Line, Insulator, Wire, Cable or Current of Line or Cable, and one alleged count Damage to Property - 1st Degree - Value Reduced Over $1,000, all which carry maximum penalties of five years imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. O’Neill also faces one alleged count Bur-glary - 3rd Degree - Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Mis-demeanor - Attempt, which carries a maximum penalty of 2-1/2 years, fines of $5,000, or both. O’Neill’s next court appearance is scheduled for January 6, 2014. Rollie Willard Ronnen-berg, 51, of Peterson, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on Tuesday, December 24, 2013 facing one alleged count of Fleeing a Peace Offi-cer in a Motor Vehicle, which carries a maximum penalty of three years imprisonment, fines of $5,000, or both. Ron-nenberg also faces one alleged county DWI - Refuse to Sub-mit to Chemical Test and one alleged count DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influ-ence of Alcohol, both counts which carry maximum pen-alties of one year imprison-ment, fines of $3,000, or both. In addition Ronnenberg faces one alleged count Unin-sured Vehicle - Owner Viola-

Fillmore County District Court tion, one alleged count Driver Must Carry Proof of Insur-ance when Operating Vehicle, one alleged count Keep to the Right, and one alleged count Speeding - 67/55, all which carry maximum penalties of 90 days imprisonment, fines of $1,000, or both. Ronnenberg’s next court date is scheduled for January 8, 2014. Michael Galen Riess, 34, of Rochester, Minn., appeared in Fillmore County Court on Tuesday, December 24, 2013 facing one alleged count Bur-glary - 2nd Degree - Dwelling and one alleged count Bur-glary - 2nd Degree - Build-ing - Possess Tool, both which carry maximum penalties of 10 years imprisonment, fines of $20,000, or both. Riess also faces one alleged count Bur-glary - 3rd Degree - Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Mis-demeanor, one alleged count Energy or Telecom - Dam-age or Theft of Line, Insula-tor, Wire, Cable or Current of Line or Cable, and one alleged count Damage to Property - 1st Degree - Value Reduced Over $1,000, all which carry maximum penalties of five years imprisonment, fines of $10,000, or both. In addition Riess faces one alleged count Burglary - 3rd Degree - Steal/Commit Felony or Gross Mis-demeanor - Attempt, which carries a maximum penalty of 2-1/2 years imprisonment, fines of $5,000, or both. Riess’s next court appearance is scheduled for January 6, 2014.

Greetings readers, welcome to 2014... a new year filled with those difficult resolutions and so many opportunities to better yourself, right? One year to get in that daily work out that always makes it to the bot-tom of the to-do list, 52 weeks to cut down on the profanity, 365 days to improve your diet, and a whole boat load of hours to keep working toward your financial goals for the year! But what about a new year’s resolution that does something for someone else rather than you, your image, or your piggy bank? Okay, don’t think so hard. How about just some common decency and everyday etiquette? And you can get it here in the Fillmore County Journal straight from the edi-tor’s desk. A weekly dose of “Editor’s Everyday Etiquette” – Emily Post style with a twist. ‘Who are you again? How do I handle those unexpected guest(s)?’ ‘Ugh! The company is late again. Do I say something when they get here?’ ‘You did not just ask me that! How do I handle those nosy questions?’ ‘I think I just stuck my foot in my mouth on that one. What’s my next move?’ ‘Here we go... talking politics at the family holiday dinner.

Do I change the subject or play referee?’ ‘My cashier is rude, slow, or pocketed my merchandise. How do I handle this?’ ‘I just sent that email to my boss that was about him/her instead of my co-workers. Should I pack up my personal belongings now and let the door hit me on the way out?’ ‘Are you calling me fat? How do I handle that low-blow insult?’ Odds are you’ve probably found yourself in one of the situations listed above. And let me tell you, there are a great number more in between. Because everyone finds them-selves in a different situation or dilemma of this, that, or the other, I also want to open up this new column to you, the readers. There’s no doubt each of you has at least one interest-ing story to tell and share with others! Or maybe you’re seek-ing advice? Either way, consider this an open invitation. Feel free to send your letters, stories, ques-tions (either with your name or a pen name) to:Editor’s Everyday EtiquetteFillmore County JournalPO Box 496Preston, Minnesota 55965

Editor’s Everyday Etiquette

Page 6 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

25TH Annual Mabel Lions Cancer TelethonAuction & Supper

Saturday, January 11, 2014Mabel Community Center

Serving 3-6:45pmChili, Chicken Noodle Soup, & Hot Beef Sandwiches

Tickets for Meals - $5 (Advanced tickets entered for 3-$50 drawings)Auction starts at 7pm

All donations greatly appreciated!Please bring your old eye glasses and hearing aids.

Donations may be brought to the Community Center anytime after 10am Saturday, January 11TH.

Proceeds go to Eagle Cancer Telethon and Fillmore County Cancer Patient Services.Contact Joe Nelson 507-450-6763, Luke Vatland 507-450-0840,

or Mike Munroe 507-272-4211.

CHATFIELDContinued from Page 1

posal at the city council again and reconsider this portion of the council’s November deci-sion. In a letter to Joel Young in early December, Welch insisted their proposal would not be “on top” of the WSB proposal. He questioned why there was a need to review engineering plans that had already been completed. Councilor Paul Novotny sug-gested they don’t have an “apples to apples” comparison for the cost. The G-Cubed proposal was for just the utility portion and not the street overlay por-tion. He added that it sounds as though the city could save some money using G-Cubed, adding he didn’t see the need for a huge review. Councilor Robert Pederson noted the city is in a transition period with their engineering firm, adding they are working for us. Mayor Russ Smith ques-tioned whether they can pull back after they already award-ed WSB for all four projects. Councilor Ken Jacobson asked if they were liable for the WSB $12,600 (the St. Albans Place

only slightly if the G-Cubed pro-posal was accepted. WSB repre-sentative Dillon Dombrovski maintained they would need to review the earlier engineering work completed by G-Cubed. The proposal accepted in November from WSB was for all four of the 2014 street improve-ment projects which included St. Albans Place (also Twiford Street, Bench Street, and West Chatfield improvements). The total proposal accepted was not to exceed $89,300. Mark Welch representing G-Cubed met with the Public Works Committee on December 9. He insisted that the G-Cubed proposal would save the city money as they had already done extensive work at the EZ Fab-ricating site. Therefore, they could provide the service at a cost saving rate if the under-ground utility portion was sepa-rated from the resurfacing por-tion of the work for St. Albans Place. The committee decided it would be best to discuss the pro-

portion) when it was already awarded as part of the four proj-ect deal. Smith suggested sepa-rating the St. Albans Place por-tion so they can have an “apples to apples” offer. Jacobson added he didn’t see any reason to not pursue savings if it would be legal to do so. Councilor Mike Urban felt they should wait until they could get legal advice from City Attor-ney Fred Suhler and advice from City Clerk Joel Young. Both were not present for the special meeting. A motion was made and unan-imously approved to table the issue until the next regular coun-cil meeting.

Other business in brief •Bill DuBord was hiredeffective January 6 as the new Maintenance Worker. Tony Lammers noted they had 30 applications and interviewed five, four of which lived in Chatfield. DuBord who lives in Chatfield was recommended for hire by the interview team. •Final payment of $5,355.86was approved to Pember Com-panies, Inc. for the 2013 public street improvements. •A temporary liquor licensewas approved for the Chatfield Firefighters’ Activities Associa-tion to be used at Bernard Bus for a bean bag tournament dur-ingChillFest,January25,2014.

136 St. Anthony Street, PrestonP 507.765.2151 • F 507.765.2468

Incoming Fax ..........50¢ per page

Outgoing Fax ...... $1.00 per page

Need to send a fax?

Come to the Journal office!

If you would like to advertise on the Mabel page, call Sherry at 507-259-3957 for more information.

Mabel

Hours: M - F 5am - 10pm, Sat. 6am - 10pm, Sun 7am - 10pm

Coupon required. Good thru January 2014 Mabel bp

507-493-5924

Mabel bp January Special!$300 Off Any

LARGE PIZZA$300 Off Any

LARGE PIZZA11748 St. Hwy. 43

MABEL, MN • 507-493-5217Find the right products for your project and expert advice at True Value.

JanuaryBargains

of the month

Get outstanding low prices on quality products.HOT DEAL

199947-Lb. Dry Dog FoodH 161 096 1While supplies last

SAVE 40%

59910-Lb. Black Oil Sunfl ower Bird SeedL 106 118 1While supplies last

Your Choice

20-Lb. Wild Bird FoodL 501 272 1While supplies last

reg. 9.99

SAVE 50%

49918-Gal. Storage ToteAvailable in green or tealW 164 714, 716 F8While supplies last

Your Choice

reg. 9.99

MABEL FLOWERS & GIFTS www.mabelfl owers.com

105 S. Main, Mabel 507-493-5400

AnnualAnnualAnnualJANUARY 13-25, 2014

50-90% Off50-90% Offon all garage sale itemson all garage sale items

Stop & Shop in

Studio-A is cleaning house! Here’s your chance to own the copyrights to your photos taken by Studio-A from 2009 to

current. Discounted rate for your entire portfolio.

Please call Amanda at 507-251-6372 for details.

SELCO (Southeastern Librar-ies Cooperating), the regional library system in Southeast-ern Minnesota, and SEMVA (Southeastern Minnesota Visu-al Artists) announce the launch of the 2014-2015 tour of theExperience Art in Southeast-ern Libraries (easel) traveling art exhibit. This exhibit will travel throughout libraries in Southeastern Minnesota, and be displayed to the public through June 2015. Regionalartists submitted pieces that corresponded with their artistic interpretation of books, letters, authors, reading, or the library. Please see the easel schedule below: •CannonFallsPublicLibrary:January 2-February 12, 2014 •Northfield Public Library:February 13-March 26, 2014 •SpringGrovePublicSchool:March 27-May 7, 2014 •Houston Public Library:May 8-June 18, 2014 •Owatonna Arts Center:June 19-July 30, 2014 •St. Charles Public Library:July 31-September 10, 2014

Experience art in the southeastern libraries traveling art exhibit launches

•West Concord PublicLibrary: September 11-Octo-ber 22, 2014 •Rochester Public Library:October 23-December 3, 2014 •SpringValleyPublicLibrary:December 4, 2013 - January 14,2015 •Lake City Public Library:January15-February25,2015 •Rushford-Peterson Schools:February26-April8,2015 •Kenyon Public Library:April9-May20,2015 •LeRoyPublicLibrary:May21-June30,2015 For more information about this exhibit please go to http://easel.selco.info. Stop in at a library or location near you and check out this exhibit today! This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.

Call today to receive your paper

today!765-2151

The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week. Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 7

man. Children still at home include Joshua, 15, Kasey, 14, and Brendon, 13. Nancy states her children believed in her which kept her going and they have been responsible and picked up the slack when needed. She said,

“They are great kids that have been understanding and will-ing to make sacrifices.” This has helped Back achieve her goals. Nancy said, “I wouldn’t be where I am without them.” The name Serenity Within comes from the Serenity Prayer which has been a strong influ-ence in Back’s life. It also reflects the hope that she can help her clients find peace within them-selves.

Before massaging a person Back discusses their health his-tory and any current health problems. This discussion time does not count against massage time. When giving a massage Back always looks for “trigger sites,” which are areas that can be causing problems and will notify the client if any issues are found. It will then be the client’s decision as to whether they would like to address those issues with massage or not. When asked how she hopes her clients feel upon leaving her business, she stated, “I hope relaxed,” although it is not uncommon to have some soreness following a massage. Back explains that a massage releases toxins and suggests to her clients that they drink a lot of water following a massage to cleanse their systems. The cost of massages are $40 - 30 minutes, $55 - 60 min-utes, and $80 - 90 minutes. As of now hours are by appoint-ment only. Back also works part-time at Preston Foods and although she enjoys that job, she hopes to be able to build her clientele to the point where she will be able to work full-time at her business. Having just opened the doors of Seren-ity Within in December 2013, she is excited to meet and help as many people as possible. A Grand Opening will be held at Serenity Within at a later date. Phone (815) 275-2360 for an appointment with Nancy Back.

SERENITYContinued from Page 1

Friday Night Burger Night$2 Burgers • $2 Fries • $2 Tap 16 oz. Beer!

Every Friday Night No Carryouts!

507.765.2205 • Preston, MNwww.PrestonServicemen.com

Back Room Available for Parties

Texas Hold Em’ • January 11thSign up at Noon, Start at 12:30

Fish Fry • January 18th5pm-Gone • $8 Per Meal

The Fillmore County Journal publishes engagement

announcements free of charge.

Send your announcement and photo to

news@fillmorecountyjournal.com

On March 14-16, 2014, six stu-dents in grades 8-12 from Fillmore Central will travel to Bemidji, Minn. to take part in a Span-ish immersion weekend at Lago del Bosque, one of 15 language-themed camps offered by the Con-cordia Language Villages for over 50 years. Students will experience language and cultures firsthand in a simulated environment that is the next best opportunity for learn-ing the language and experiencing cultures aside from studying in a Spanish-speaking country. This year, the theme is Argentina, so students will eat authentic Argen-tinean food, take part in cultur-ally relevant activities, and most importantly, immerse themselves in Spanish! Last year a group of students attended an immersion week-end and needed to raise money for transportation and personal expenses. Accordingly, the stu-dents, Fillmore Central Spanish teacher Brian Wolfgram, Fillmore Central head cook Sue Barlow, regional chef Shari Jarett, chef Mark Stadler, and other volunteers hosted a Spanish-themed banquet at Fillmore Central High School that featured freshly-prepared authentic dishes from a variety of Spanish-speaking countries served family-style in three courses. In the end, the Spanish banquet was suc-cessful and raised enough money

for transportation and personal expenses. With the intention of continu-ing to host the Spanish banquet each year, Wolfgram saw the need to make the banquet more profes-sional by purchasing new ban-quet supplies. Over the summer, he received a $2,000 grant from the Wal-Mart Foundation, spe-cifically from the Wal-Mart store in Decorah, Iowa. He purchased the supplies from Total Restau-rant Supply in Rochester, Minn. They gave Wolfgram a signifi-cant discount on their products in order to accommodate his budget. Although he has purchased the banquet supplies, he is lacking kitchen shelving so that he will be able to store the supplies for future events. At 6 p.m. on February 22 at Fill-more Central High School, Wolf-gram and the Spanish immersion camp participants will host the

Second annual Spanish banquet fundraiser approaching

second annual Spanish banquet. The banquet will once again feature freshly-prepared authentic dishes from a variety of Spanish-speaking countries, but the menu will be different than last year’s. The ban-quet will be for approximately 50 people and tickets will be $25 each. Students will be assisting in the fol-lowing ways: designing and selling tickets, menu planning, tangible menu creating, event planning and budgeting, creating a Spanish music playlist, creating a Span-ish immersion camp slideshow, decorating, preparing and cooking food, serving, cleaning, etc. The proceeds will be used to purchase kitchen shelving for the banquet supplies, provide spending money for the Spanish immersion camp participants, and provide scholar-ships for future students to attend an immersion weekend. If you are interested in attending the Spanish banquet, please contact Brian Wolf-gram at brian.wolfgram@isd2198.k12.mn.us, who will either person-ally assist you or direct you to the six students who are selling tickets during January.

Loren “Tom” Thomas Jeche Loren “Tom” Thomas Jeche, 69, of Chatfield, Minn., died Friday, December 27, 2013 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minn. Tom was born Febru-ary 21, 1944 in Spring Valley, Minn. to Loren and Laura (Bagan) Jeche. He attended schools in Wykoff and graduated from Wykoff High School in 1963. He married Julie Ann Hegtvedt in 1963, the couple later divorced in 1972. In 1973 he married Janice Roene Vreeman, the couple later divorced in 2003.

Tom worked as farmer. He enjoyed socializing with his friends. Survivors include two children, Dean Jeche of Fountain, Minn., and Melissa (Jerry) Hassig of Pla-inview, Minn.; five grandchildren, and a brother Richard of Chatfield also survive. Tom is preceded in death by his parents, and one son Brad. A memorial service celebrating the life of Tom was on Thursday, January 2 at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield with Pastor Mark Dock-en officiating. Visitation took place one hour prior to the service.

Donald Ray Mohs Donald Ray Mohs, age 88, of Harmony, Minn. died Thursday,

in 1951. On September 18, 1951 he entered the United States Air Force and served as a pho-tographer and security guard in the Korean War. After his discharge on December 19, 1953 he returned to and started farming with his family near Canton. On October 16, 1954 he married Ramona Thompson in Harmony. They farmed in the Canton and Harmony areas and had continued to help his son, Gary, with field work until this fall. He was a member of the Henrytown Lutheran Church and a life member of the Canton American Legion. He was known for his sense of humor and enjoyed working on the farm, going for rides, his family, and especially his grand-children. Larry is survived by his wife Ramona; three children Gary of Canton, Lori (George Braunreiter) Hudson of Canton, and Tammy Serres of West Salem, Wis.; nine grandchildren and nine great grand-children. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Scott, and brother Ardie. Funeral services were on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at the Henry-town Lutheran Church in rural Har-mony with the Rev. Paul Thompson officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date.

Page 8 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 The FCJ reaches over 12,000 households each week.

Fillmore County Journal • Preston MN507.765.2151

Perfect Glossy • Preston MN507.251.5297

Brought to you by:SMG Web Design • Preston MN

507.765.2151

Studio-A-Photography • Preston MN507.251.6372

Visit Bluff Country • Preston MN507.765.2151

Do you want to sponsor the Fillmore County Church Directory? Call 507.765.2151

Arendahl Lutheran Church....………………………Sundays - 10:30am Highway 30, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2477Assembly Of God Church.….………………………Sundays - 10:00am 610 Territorial Rd, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101Assumption Catholic Church.……..…Fri. - 8:30am & Sat. - 5:00pm 207 N May St, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-8320Bethlehem Lutheran Church./.………………………Sundays - 9:00am 200 Kenilworth Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3344Calvary Baptist Church.…….…………Sundays - 10:45am & 6:00pm 910 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-4686Canton-Scotland Presbyterian Church.....…………Sundays - 9:00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260Chatfield Lutheran Church……………..Sundays - 8:00am & 9:30am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-4721Chatfield United Methodist Christ…………………Sundays - 9:30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3529Cherry Grove United Methodist...…………………Sundays - 10:00am 18183 160th St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (Cherry Grove) (507) 937-3177 Christ Lutheran Church...……………………………Sundays - 9:00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161Christian Science Services.…………………………Sundays - 10:00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2251Elstad Lutheran Church...……………………………Sundays - 9:00am 37784 Dogwood Rd, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3769Emmanuel Episcopal Church....……………………Sundays - 10:00am 217 W Jessie St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2164Faith United Methodist Church..……Sat. - 5:00pm & Sun. - 9:00am 617 Maple Ln, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2830Fillmore Free Methodist Church...…Sundays - 8:30am & 10:30am 19127 County 8, Wykoff, MN 55990 (Fillmore) (507) 352-5450First Baptist Church....…………………Sundays - 10:30am & 6:00pm 701 Kasten Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2840First Baptist Church-Preston.…………Sundays - 10:30am & 7:00pm 108 Chatfield Ave NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-4960First English Lutheran Church.……………………..Sundays - 10:00am 217 W Grant St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2793First Lutheran Church of Highland.………………..Sundays - 10:30am 22423 391st Ave, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3318First Presbyterian Church..…………………………Sundays - 10:00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2854Fountain Lutheran....…………………………………Sundays - 9:00am Main Street, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268-4413Fountain United Methodist Church...………………Sundays - 8:30am Co. Rd. 8 and Cedar St., Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268-4456Garness Trinity Lutheran...…………………………Sundays - 11:00am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5905

Grace Lutheran Church..……………………………Sundays - 9:00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2218Greenfield Lutheran Church..…………………......Sundays - 9:00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272Greenleafton Reformed Church..…………………Sundays - 10:00am Highway 9, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2546Harmony United Methodist Church..……………..Sundays - 10:30am 60 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-6851Henrytown Lutheran Church.…………………………Sun. - 10:30am PO Box 103, Harmony, MN 55939 (Henrytown) (507) 886-2425Highland Prairie Lutheran Church.……………….Sundays -10:30am 43267 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731Historic Lenora United Methodist Church (Special Occasions) Lenora, MN (Rural Canton) (507) 545-2641Immanuel Lutheran Church..………………………Sundays - 9:30am 254 Main St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2801Lanesboro United Methodist Church..……………Sundays - 10:30am 507 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2646Mabel First Lutheran Church………………………Sundays - 9:00am 202 N. Oak, P.O. Box 395, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5293Mabel United Methodist Church..…………………Sundays - 9:30am 111 W Newburg St, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5296Nativity Catholic Church...Sun. (1 & 2) - 8:45am & (3 & 4) - 10:30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393New Life Victory Church……………………………Sundays - 9:30am 225 3rd Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3525Newburg United Methodist Church 3.1 miles N. of Mabel on Hwy. 43; 2.2 miles W. on Co. Rd. 24North Prairie Lutheran.……………………………Sundays - 10:30am 35957 Highway 30, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 875-2460Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.……Sundays - 8:00am & 10:30am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251Pilot Mound Lutheran Church.……………………Sundays - 9:00am 8 miles N. of Lanesboro on 250 then 4 miles W. on Hwy 30 (507) 875-2460Pioneer Presbyterian Church ………………………Sundays - 8:30am 206 Fillmore St NE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-4037Preston United Methodist Church ………………..Sundays - 8:30am 212 Saint Anthony St N, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2503River Of Life Regional Church 220 N Money Creek St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2853Root Prairie Lutheran Church ……………………Sundays - 10:30am County Rd 11, Fountain, MN 55939 (507) 268-4455Root River Church of the Brethren ………………Sundays - 10:00am 23553 County Rd 20, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-4772Root River Community Church …………………Sundays - 10:30am 503 Nannestad Lane, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7074

Rushford Lutheran Church …………………Sun. - 9:00am & 5:30pm 101 S Mill St., Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152Saetersdal Lutheran Church.………………………..Sundays - 9:00am 21447 Co. Rd. 30, Rural Harmony, MN Scheie Lutheran Church..……………………………Sundays - 9:30am PO Box 88, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5680St Columban Church.……..…………………………Sundays - 9:30am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886St Ignatius Catholic Church.………………………Sundays - 10:30am 213 W Franklin St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7565St John Lutheran Church.…………………………..Sundays - 9:00am 241 Line St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296St Joseph’s Catholic Church.………………………Sundays - 10:30am 103 N Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2257St Mark’s Lutheran Church...………………………Sundays - 9:00am 104 E North St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7111St Marys Catholic Church....….......Sat. - 5:00pm & Sun. - 11:00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148St Matthews Episcopal Church..……………………Sundays - 9:30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707St Matthew’s Lutheran Church..……………………Sundays - 9:00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772-4474St Olaf Catholic Church.....Sun. (1 & 2) - 10:30am & (3 & 4) - 8:45am 114 N Locust, Mabel, MN 55954 (507) 493-5268St Patrick’s Church Hall ………………………...…Sundays - 8:00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-2480St Paul Lutheran Church..………Sun. - 10:00am & Wed. - 7:00pm 128 Fillmore St SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-4604St Paul’s Lutheran Church...……………………....Sundays - 10:30am Harmony, MN 55939 (Big Springs) (507) 886-8175Sumner Center United Methodist Church.………Sundays - 10:30am 9 miles N. of Spring Valley on Co. Rd. 1 (507) 696-4197Trinity Fellowship ELCA..…………………………Sundays - 10:00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church………………Sundays - 10:30am 204 South St, Ostrander, MN 55961 (507) 657-2203Union Prairie Lutheran..……………………………Sundays - 9:00am Hwy 16, Lanesboro, MN 55949 (507) 467-3363United Methodist Church.…………………………Sundays - 8:30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-4136Valley Christian Center…………………………....Sundays - 10:00am 610 Territorial Rd Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-2101Whalan Lutheran Church..………………………….Sundays - 9:00am Lanesboro, MN 55949 (Whalan) (507) 467-2398

Fillmore County Church Directory

Spring Valley Senior Living

507-364-7381www.svseniorliving.com

Housing with Services • Care Center • Home Health • Therapy

800 Memorial Drive • Spring Valley, MN 55975

Senior Apartments!Assisted living

Flexible living: Services availableCheck out our 1 & 2 bedroom apartments

Call 507-346-1246 for information

ObITUARIEsDennis billy Essig

Denny Essig, age 76, of Spring Val-ley, Minn., died Saturday, December 21, 2013 surrounded by his fam-ily at Roches-ter Methodist Hospital from complications of lung cancer. Dennis Billy Essig was born June 3, 1937 in Anoka, Minn. to Ervin and Dorothy Essig. He was united in marriage to Mary Carol Eckes on July 25, 1956 at St. Bartholom-ew’s Catholic Church in Wayzata, Minn. A United States Navy veteran, Denny proudly served on active duty from 1955 to 1958. Following his military service, Denny worked a variety of retail jobs including Waytonka Market, Hovander’s, and Tate’s, all in the Minneapolis area. In 1975, the family moved to Spring Valley where Denny first managed, then owned Denny’s Super Valu until the store sold in 1992. In addi-tion to owning the family business, Denny worked a variety of jobs in Spring Valley including the Spring Valley Municipal Liquor Store, the VFW, Kwik Trip, SATA, and driv-ing for Kuehn Motor Company. Anyone that met Denny received a big welcome, a tall tale, a long chat, and a love that warmed the

heart. A strong family man, Denny enjoyed most of all spending time with his wife, family, and friends. His favorite activities included rid-ing his motorcycle, fishing, hunt-ing, shooting, antiquing, and most of all, socializing with others. Not an opportunity went by without him striking up a conversation with someone to learn about them and their lives. Denny is survived his son; Bill (Laura) Essig of White Oak, Geor-gia, his daughter Robin (Scott) Balli-et of Spring Valley, 5 grandchildren; Kris (Linda) Hinze, Jamie Fredrick-son, Kassi Hinze, Brandon Balliet, and Shawn Essig, two great grand-children; Lauren Hinze and Jace Fredrickson, three brothers; Nick (Kathy) Essig, Lonnie (Karen) Essig, and Glenn (Sue) Essig and three sisters-in-law; Diane Essig, Fran Rutherford, and Mona Swaggart. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Mary Carol Eckes, his daughter Kelly Essig-Hinze and his brother Gary Essig. A celebration of life for Dennis Essig will be held 4-7 p.m. Wednes-day, January 8, 2014 at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley.

Lawrence L. Hudson Lawrence L. Hudson, age 80, of rural Harmony, Minn. died at his home on Friday, December 27, 2013 surrounded by his family. Larry was born July 28, 1933 in Canton, Minn. to Lawrence M. and Orabell (Pierce) Hudson. He gradu-ated from the Canton High School

Lawrence L. Hudson

Loren “Tom” Thomas Jeche

See OBITUARIES Page 9

Dennis billy Essig

December 26, 2013, at Gunderson Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, Wis. Donald was born January 20, 1925 near Granger, Minn., the son of Emil and Edna (Ludwig) Mohs. As a young boy his fam-ily moved to Osage, Iowa. Five years later they moved back to the Granger area where he later graduated from the 8th grade. Later they moved to York, Minn. While there, Don worked for differ-ent farmers and spent a year work-ing for Hormel in Austin, Minn. Don married Betty Cheney on September 12, 1946 in Ostrander, Minn. Donald and Betty farmed in York Township for 21 years. In October of 1967, they moved to Harmony where Donald start-ed working for Fillmore County, retiring in 1988. During retirement he worked part time for Amherst

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 9

Up To 30% OffUp To 30% Off

Excludes Labor | Must Mention Ad | Expires 3/31/2014

507-696-0902www.hangmanblinds.com

Custom Blinds & DrapesSelected Shades

201 Main St. S. Chatfield, MN 55923

Donald Ray Mohs

OBITUARIESContinued from Page 8

If you would lIke to advertIse on the fountaIn page, call sarah at 507-421-8911 for more InformatIon.

FOUNTAINFOUNTAINEnjoy

Duane Gilbertson Construction, LLCCertifi ed Installer

507-272-3624 • 507-268-4949 duanegilbertsonconstruction.com

Indoor & Outdoor Flooring • Countertops • Showers • Patios • Garage Floors • Driveways

Decorative Concrete OverlayGranicrete FREE

ESTIMATE!K&R EQUIPMENT, INC.

300 Cedar St. Box 176, Fountain, MN 55935 • Offi ce 507-268-4425

CUSTOM BAGGING & MANURE HAULING

Randy Ristau Cell: 507-259-5866

Ken Koch Cell: 507-259-59619’ & 10’ Ag Bag

RICHARD’S PUMP SERVICE, INC.

Lic. & Bonded Business 36 Years

Plumbing, Heating, Air ConditioningPressure Systems

On-site Sewer Systems

FOUNTAIN • 507-268-4352

“Your Community

Bank for Generations”

507-268-4321 www.fsbfountain.com

HERMAN’S SERVICETowing & Automotive Repair

Herman, Linda, Brent & Suzy

On The FarmTire Service

507-268-4434131 Hwy 52 S, Fountain, MN

Township. Donald enjoyed fishing and took many fishing trips to the Mississippi River and to the lakes in northern Minnesota. He also liked camp-ing and taking bus trips through-out the United States and Canada. He loved being with his children, grandchildren and great grandchil-dren. He was a longtime member of Greenfield Lutheran Church and the Harmony Conservation Club. Donald is survived by three children: Richard (Vicki) Mohs of Brunswick, Miss., Janell (Den-nis) Torgerson of Caledonia, Minn. and Randy Mohs of Harmony, Minn.; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Donna Leverson of Lime Springs, Iowa. Don was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Betty on October 21, 2013; a son, David, his wife Sandy and their son Dylan; a sister, Alice White; a sister-in-law, Jean Terbeest; two brothers-in-law: Mar-ley Cheney and Roger Cheney. Funeral services were on Monday, December 30 at Greenfield Luther-an Church in Harmony. Interment was in Saetersdahl Cemetery, rural Fillmore County.

By Gary Peterson My brother, Norman Peterson, was an Air Force Aviator, having enlisted in the Air Force in 1947 and served his country for 22 years. Being a younger brother I have many memories of my brother, mainly when he would come home on leave to Cresco, Iowa. He took the time to teach me about air-planes, fishing and hunt-ing. Even at a young age I would consult a world map and imagine the travels he would be on. But little was known about his life experiences and it was only recently that he had given me a packet of notes and pages he had written. There were notes, all hand written, that gave details of some of his missions. I never knew many of the accounts and I feel sad that I never had the opportunity to sit down and speak to him about these important events in his life. My parents, Alice and Alvin Peterson, had three sons and for several years all three of us were in the Air Force. I was stationed in Ben Guerir, Morocco and Nor-man always joked about me living in the desert! Norman was located in Europe and north Africa flying C-130’s. One of his missions was to fly for the Shah of Iran. He worked with Francis Gary Powers by transporting the U2 pictures that Powers had taken over Russia

to England. In 1956 Major Peterson aided the retrieval and airlifting of refugees from Hungary during the Hungarian Revolution. That same year he was awarded the Italian Gold Star of Solidarity by the President of Italy for heroic relief flights during the Euro-

pean blizzard. One of the most dangerous jobs in the sky was being a Forward Air Controller. He spent two tours in Vietnam Name flying missions along the DMZ. There is no way to tell how many American lives were saved because of his ability to fly “low and slow” in his 0-1 obser-vation plane. My brother was a man who “Got the Job Done.” He was selected to evacuate the ill-fated President Diem of South Viet-nam from Saigon to the Philip-pines. Following his return to the States, he taught Forward Air Controller classes to dozen

There was no parade of young men that would go to Vietnam. The three brothers got out of the Air Force about the same time. Norman and his fam-ily retired in North Carolina, my other brother to Cresco, Iowa and my wife and I in Minnesota. There were many negative experi-ences associated with the mem-bers of our military coming home from Vietnam. Many of them

were sworn at, spit on and turned down for one job or another because “they were over there.” In many of our small towns, it wasn’t even safe to wear the uniform. That isn’t the way it should be. There were no parades. Last week the television stations were covering the story of a meteor that had blazed a trail across northeast Iowa. It lit up the sky for hundreds of miles and at approxi-

mately the same time my brother was dying in North Carolina. I will never look at a meteor the same way again. That was my brother’s parade.

Page 10 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Fillmore County Sports

athl

ete o

f th

e w

eek

Chatfield’s Jayme LaPlante is Athlete of the Week. LaPlante, a 6’3” senior forward/center had a team-high 16 points in each of the Go-phers wins at the Annandale tournament. His hand was all over a 61-60 victory over the host Cardinals (ranked #5 in Class AA); he had the tip-in in the final seconds that sent Chatfield to victory.

Photo by Paul Trende

JAYME LAPLANTEChatfield Boys Basketball

Brought to you by: 18 SE 3rd St. Chatfield, MN

507-867-4120888-766-8748

www.rrsbchatfield.com

Your Community Bank for

Generations

Holiday HoopsBy Paul Trende Eight local basketball teams participated in multiple holiday hoops tournaments. The Rush-ford-Peterson boys hosted the annual R-P/Spring Grove/La Crescent/Caledonia get-together. Chatfield’s boys and girls trekked northward to Annandale for the Cardinals tourney. Mabel-Canton’s boys and girls and the Lanesboro girls took the floor for Winona State’s holiday tour-ney. Lanesboro’s boys competed in the four-team St. Charles tour-ney. Houston’s boys trekked to Wisconsin for a tournament in Cashton. A trio of teams sport-ing Christmas colors (red/maroon and green) had very merry tour-neys. The rest of the teams in action will hope for a better New Year.

A Maroon and White Christmas

For the first time in the three years Chatfield’s squads have trav-eled north to Annandale, both came home with two wins to talk about. The 8th-ranked Gopher girls, via their victories, kept their record unblemished heading to 2014. They got a win on Friday versus Annandale (who had been ranked in state before losing to Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted a game earlier). It was a defensive contest, one laden with turnovers (28 for Annandale, 26 for the Gophers). Chatfield came out on top though 49-40. The 40 points was a full 20 below the Cardinals average points-per-game out-put coming in (60.5). Point guard Kirsten Keefe led the way for Chatfield, shooting 50 percent or better from everywhere (7-11 FG’s, 1-2 3’s, 3-4 FT’s), netting 18 points. She added 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 5 steals; a typical all-around effort for the multi-capable junior. Keefe was the only Gopher in double figures, though (similarly versatile) sophomore guard/forward Sydney Gould had 9 points and 7 rebounds off the bench. In the Gopher’s Saturday game versus Eden Valley-Watkins, the Chatfield bench again was key. They accounted for 33 of Gopher’s 61 total points. Senior Morgan Henry and sophomore Megan LaPlante each had season-highs with 12 apiece. LaPlante is now the ninth Gopher to score

10-plus in a game this season. Starting guard Maddie Talamantes also reached double figures with 11 and Keefe (8 pts, 4 stls) kept things together when the game got ‘scary’, as Coach Baum put it. The Gophers moved their overall record to 8-0 with a 61-52 win over the Eagles. Chatfield has a couple very big games early in the New Year, at #7 Dover-Eyota on January 7 and versus Plainview-Elgin-Millville on the 14th. The boys, meanwhile, used the two holiday games to shake off the rust from the season start-ing late. They beat Watertown-Mayer 53-44 on Friday. Chatfield didn’t shoot particularly well from anywhere (20-61 FG’s, 3-16 3’s, 10-22 FT’s), but they did enough. Senior shooting guard Nate Skare led the way with a big stat-line; 16 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists. Jayme LaPlante had 16 and 8 rebounds. Jake Neis added 10 points and 5 steals. Game two on Saturday was absolutely down to the wire versus the host Annandale Cardinals, ranked #5 in Class AA. The Gophers trailed most of the including by nine with under 7:00 to play. With about 1:00 left, Neis hit a three to pull Chatfield within one. Annan-dale then turned the ball over (Skare steal). Chatfield held for the last shot. Christian Bance’s attempt was wayward. Drew Hur-ley’s offensive-rebound put-back was also no good, but LaPlante got the offensive-rebound tip-in on that shot with about 0:01 left to put the Gophers ahead 61-60. Annandale had no miracle and Chatfield moved their overall record to 5-3 with the big last second victory. LaPlante led the way with 16 points (7-9 FG’s) and 10 rebounds. From there, Chatfield got good balance from Neis (12 pts, 7 rebs, 9 assists), Bance (9 pts), Brandon Adler (8 pts, 9 rebs), and Skare (8 pts, 5 rebs). The Gophers will have three winnable games before some more prime competition, a murderous four-game stretch in mid-January (at PEM, Caledonia, Lourdes, at R-P). A Green and White Christmas

The second ranked R-P boys were the only Trojan squad to participate in a holiday tourna-ment. They hosted their annual

four team get-together that also included Caledonia, La Crescent, and Spring Grove. The Trojans, per the norm, played the Lanc-ers and Lions. Each game started roughly the same, and then fin-ished roughly the same. In Fri-day’s contest with La Crescent, the Lancers came out fast, hitting their first six shots from the field and their first four free throws. All that came with just one turnover. And yet, after that sixth made FG, they still trailed 22-16! That is because R-P started the game hitting its first nine FG attempts all-together, its first four trifec-tas, and its first four FT’s. After the last pair of made freebies, La Crescent couldn’t have played much better but they still trailed 26-16! The Trojans survived LC’s opening salvo and then took con-trol from there. By halftime, R-P led 51-27 and they coasted home for the 75-45 victory. R-P’s top seven players each scored at least seven. Austin O’Hare led the way with 13 points, 5 steals, and 4 rebounds off the bench. Alex Vix also had 13 with 4 assists. Charlie Krambeer had 9, Seth Thomp-son, Jorli Hauge, and Jacob Mer-chlewitz 8, and Cole Kingsley 7. Hauge added 6 rebounds and 4 assists, Kingsley 4 rebounds and 5 assists. The Trojans moved the ball very well offensively (20 assists on 27 made FG’s) and their defense forced 24 Lancer turnovers. Ath-letic 6’3” guard Zach Melbostad had 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 blocks for the La Crescent. R-P then took on Spring Grove (9-1), who entered ranked #10 in Class A. The Lions lost to Caledonia (who R-P beat on December 3) in game one of the tourney 90-57. And thus, a match-up between to two ranked schools wasn’t quite so big. The Lions, though, came out strong just like La Crescent. They hit the offensive glass hard and the score sat tied at 13 roughly 7:00 into the contest. And then the R-P piranhas got hungry. The Trojans upped their defensive intensity and the Lions were chewed to bits. After starting the game with nine shot attempts in their first eight possessions, the Lions finished the half with eight shot attempts (14 turnovers) in their next 24 possessions. For R-P offensively, shooting guard Charlie Krambeer was drunk on trifectas. The 6’1” junior hit 7 of 9 long distance

shots in the first half. His eight makes (of eleven attempts) for the game, and 24 points, were both career-highs. The Lions’ inepti-tude and Krambeer’s stellar-ness allowed R-P to turn that 13-13 tie into a 46-19 halftime lead, a 79-43 victory. R-P’s other four starters (besides Krambeer) com-bined for just 17 points. But the bench had 38 points. Sixth man O’Hare (14), Tyler McLellan (10), and seventh man Merchlewitz (8) contributed the majority of it. Chase Grinde had 14 for Spring Grove and Brady Schuttemeier 10 and 5 rebounds. The Trojans will head to 2014 with a 10-0 overall record (7-0 in the 3-Riv-ers South). The R-P girls are also undefeated at 8-0.

Boys Basketball12-26: Mabel-Canton 49, Cotter 79 (M-C: Donnie Lind 14 pts (6-9 FG’s), 5 rebs. FG’s: M-C 20-62, Cotter 28-56. FT’s: M-C 3-8, Cotter 17-20. WSU Tourney) 12-27: Houston 39, La Farge WI 56 (H: Austin Peplinski 11 pts, 4 assists, 3 stls; Sam Ross 8 pts, 9 rebs. Cashton Wisconsin Tour-ney) Lanesboro 58, St. Charles 60 (L: Kole Ruud 28 pts, 7 rebs; Zach Voeltz 15. Burros trailed 59-51 with 1:10 left, cut lead to two (60-58) with 0:08 but that’s where it ended. St. Charles Tour-ney) 12-28: M-C 34, Cochrane-Fountain City 53 (M-C: D. Lind 11 pts, 9 rebs. Rebs: M-C 33, CFC 45. FGs: M-C 14-53, CFC 21-61. Cougars were 0-11 from deep. WSU Tourney. M-C is now 5-5 on the season, 4-1 in the SEC) Houston 37, Cashton, Wis. 52 (H: S. Ross 13 pts, 6 rebs. Cash-ton Tourney. Hurricanes are 3-6 overall, 3-3 in SEC) Lanesboro 75, Dover-Eyota 80 in OT (L: K. Ruud 30 pts, 4 rebs,

4 assists; Luke Rogers 23 pts, 8 rebs; Liam Dorn 10 pts, 11 rebs; Z. Voeltz 12. Only those four Bur-ros scored. D-E: Travis Austin 32 pts, 11 rebs; Thomas Pankonin 15 pts; Brandon Jech 10. Burros led 65-61 with 2:05 left in regulation. A two and a three by Austin, and a two by Pankonin, put D-E up 68-65. Voeltz tied the game with a three with 0:39.6 left. D-E missed a shot with 0:02. The Burros then got two in-bound attempts. The first went off the ceiling (Ruud was open deep). The second was intercepted. In OT, Lanesboro trailed 78-75 with under 0:20. Ruud tried to get fouled while taking a three. There was no call. Dorn rebounded the miss, kicked to Ruud for an open three, but it didn’t fall. D-E rebounded and got a leak-out basket for the 80-75 victory. St. Charles Tourney. Bur-ros are 6-3 overall, 5-1 in SEC)

Girls Basketball12-26: M-C 32, Cotter 60 (M-C: Lydia Geving 9; Sara Lind 8. WSU Tourney)12-27: Lanesboro 40, St. Charles 51 (L: Olivia Haug 12 pts, 12 rebs. SC: Carolyn Shanahan 22. Bur-ros trailed 25-19 at halftime. Score was 35-34 Saints before SC went on a 9-0 run that proved pivotal in the win. WSU Tourney) 12-28: M-C 43, C-FC 44 (M-C: L. Geving 23; S. Lind 9. WSU Tour-ney. Cougars are 5-4 overall, 4-1 in the SEC.) Lanesboro 47, Lewiston-Altura 46 (L: Haley Polin 13 pts (5-5 FT’s); O. Haug 10 pts, 11 rebs; Cassidy Ruud 10. L-A led 24-23 at halftime. Second half had five lead changes and four ties. Buckets by Ruud and Haug gave Lanesboro a 47-44 lead, which held. Win avenges a 55-43 Dec 5th loss to Cardinals. WSU Tourney. Bur-ros are 2-8 on the year, 1-3 in the SEC)

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 11

By LaVerne C. Paulson, Recy-cling Education Coordinator Many of the residents of Fillmore County have been recycling for more than three decades. Dur-ing this time, there have been many changes in the recycling practices and procedures . Some of us can remem-ber when newspapers and aluminum cans were the main items. Today, most of your household waste, by volume, is recyclable, greatly reducing the amount of real gar-

bage you send to the landfill. In an article I wrote in 2008, Minnesota’s recycling goal was to reach 50 percent, and Fill-more County’s goal was 35 percent. Recent reports show that both these rates are on the verge of being met, if not actu-ally achieved. The residents of Fillmore County and the entire state of Minnesota are to be commended for their efforts. As more individuals better understand the true benefits of recycling, and the impact it will have on the environment and their grandchildren, these rates will continue to rise. Fillmore County can certainly set 40 percent as its next goal in a few short years. Over the years, we have made the art of recycling much more “user friendly.” There was a

Recycling 101 time when you needed an alu-minum container, a tin can con-tainer, a plastic container, and separate containers for brown glass, green glass, and clear glass. There were usually differ-ent days for different recyclables to be picked up. Newspapers and other forms of paper were either tied neatly in bundles or placed in paper grocery bags for curbside pickup. Then came two-sort recy-cling. It was much easier with only two kinds of recyclables, fibers and rigids. Instead of all kinds of containers, only two were needed and all you had to remember was what recyclable was being picked up each week. Most of us thought it couldn’t get much easier than that. But it did. In 2011, Fillmore County began single stream

recycling. Now there is no sort-ing and no wondering what is going to get picked up this week, or next. All recyclables go into the same bin here in Pres-ton, are taken to Rochester, sent to the Cities, and then separated by a very large machine. To sea-soned fiber and rigid recyclers, single stream recycling makes the recycling center look a bit on the messy side with every-thing mixed together, but trust me, it does get separated and it does get sent to different factories, mostly in Minnesota, to get made into new, recy-cled products that are back on store shelves in just a few short weeks. Curbside recycling, which is available to most city resi-dents, brings a lot of mate-rial to the recycling center each

week. However, I believe there is a growing number of Fillmore County residents that are using the rural containers, as well as those that deliver their recycla-bles right here to the recycling center. These frequent articles in the Fillmore County Journal get recycling information out to you, the residents of the county. The need to increase the knowl-edge of recycling and the need to improve our participation is important. More than 11,000 copies of this newspaper are delivered to mailboxes through-out the county each week, assuring many of us that this information is reaching a lot of households. Happy New Year and Happy Recycling from your Fillmore County Recycling Staff.

LaVerne C. Paulson

The blood drive held in Har-mony on December 3, 2013, succeeded in collecting 34 units of blood. The bloodmobile is spon-sored by the Harmony Ameri-can Legion Auxiliary, and many of the volunteers are Auxiliary members. However, numerous volunteers from the commu-nity also help make our blood

drives successful. Thank you to everyone for your contin-ued support in this worthwhile effort. The next bloodmobile will be in Harmony on Tuesday, April 1, 2014. If you’d like to sched-ule an appointment, please call Marilyn Bratager at 507-937-3406 or schedule one online at http://www.redcrossblood.org/.

Harmony bloodmobile collects 34 units

WINONA, Minn. – Merchants Bank’s “Swipe Out Hunger” Facebook giveaway has concluded with more than 1,700 votes cast to benefit area food shelves. Merchants Bank donated 5 cents each time a Merchants Bank credit card or debit card was used between November 29 and December 15, for a total of $10,000 to be split among the food shelves. Votes were placed on Merchants Bank’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Merchants-Bank. Merchants Bank representatives will be presenting food shelf rep-resentatives with checks within the coming week. The Food Shelves were nomi-nated by bank locations (bank locations making the nomination are noted in parentheses). There were a number of locations that nominated the same organization. The “Swipe Out Hunger” awards break down as follows: •360Communities(Lakeville):

$270 •Cannon Falls Food Shelf(Cannon Falls): $540 •Channel One Rochester(Rochester): $569 •Eagan & Lakeville ResourceCenter (Apple Valley and Rose-mount): $352 •Friends in Need Food Shelf(Cottage Grove): $387 •Hastings Family Services(Hastings): $751 •La Crescent Food Share (LaCrescent): $2,383 •RandolphFoodShelf(Hamp-ton): $264 •Red Wing Area Food Shelf(Red Wing): $250 •SEMCAC Houston CountyFood Shelf (Caledonia and Spring Grove): $387 •SEMCAC in Preston(Lanesboro): $250 •SEMCAC in Rushford(Rushford): $370 •SoutheasternMinnesotaEdu-cation & Resource Center (St.Charles): $250

•TheHungerTaskForce(Onal-aska): $2,066 •Winona Volunteer Services(Winona, Lakeside, Goodview): $1,238 A minimum of $250 was given to nominated food shelves. Total amount given away was $10,327. Merchants Bank has $1.348 billion in assets and 20 loca-tions. Recently, Merchants Bank announced plans to acquire an Alliance Bank location in EauClaire, Wis. The “flagship” Mer-chants Bank in Winona was founded in 1875. Merchants Bank is a member FDIC and equal housing lender. Merchants Capital, the company’s leasing arm, is based in the Twin Cit-ies. The ownership of Merchants Financial Group is made up of its employees and approximately 400 shareholders, mostly individ-uals and families from southeast-ern Minnesota and west-central Wisconsin.

Area food shelves receive money from “Swipe Out Hunger”

By Jerrold Tesmer, Extension Edu-cator for Fillmore/Houston Coun-ties University of Minnesota Extension will hold a Biosecu-rity Workshop for Alternative Swine Produc-ers the evening of January 15, 6-9 p.m. in St Charles, Minn. “ R e c e n t cases of Por-cine Respiratory and Reproduc-tive Syndrome (PRRS) virus and PorcineEpidemicDiarrheaVirus(PEDV)onfarmswherealterna-tive production systems are used have highlighted the need for a review of biosecurity” says Wayne Martin, University of Minnesota Alternative Livestock Systems Extension Educator. “Diseasesdon’t discriminate between size of farm or production practices. The workshop will highlight bio-

security practices for alternative swine producers.” The main topic covered will be biosecurity with review of clini-cal signs and treatment options forPRRSandPEDV,presentedby Dr. Ross Kiehne. Yuzhi, Uni-versity of Minnesota Alternative Swine Scientist at the West Cen-tral Research and Outreach Cen-ter (WROC), will discuss biose-curity protocols used at WROC. Additionally producers will have an opportunity to discuss their experiences on this topic.

Biosecurity workshop for alternative swine producers

Jerrold Tesmer

The workshop will be in the St. Charles Community Center (City Hall) on January 15. Regis-tration begins at 6 p.m. A meal will be provided from Del’s Café for producers and an additional person from their fam-ily or farm. Cost of the workshop is free with sponsorship from the SWandSERegionalSustainableDevelopment Partnerships and the Minnesota Pork Board. Pre-registration is needed so we can plan according for the meal. Please RSVP online at http://z.umn.edu/biosecurityworkshop or contact Wayne Martin at marti067@umn.edu or at 612-625-6224.

Pet of the Week

AngelineFor more information on adopting Angeline visit our website: www.pawsandclaws.org

Paws and Claws Humane soCiety3224 19th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901

(507) 288-7226 • info@pawsandclaws.org

domestiC sHoRtHaiR miXOn a chilly November day I wandered onto a property in Elgin and the owners let me stay in the unheated garage for a month until there was room for me at the inn - most people call it “the shelter.” The day I arrived was Christmas Eve, so the staff called me Angeline. After being in the cold for so long, staying here is like being in a five-star hotel. And why not? I deserve what any animal deserves - a comfortable place to stay, food, attention, and love.

Page 12 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

Happy 90th Birthday, Eleanor Davidson!

January 13, 2014

From your kids - Gary, Jeff, Nathan, Heidi

LOST DOGPlease help us find Jack. He’s a 7 year old weiner dog who went missing in the Greenleafton area on December 22nd. He’s missed terribly by his dog and human family. If you know anything of him, please contact Deb Dols at 507-251-3864. He’s very friendly and we’re hoping he has found someone to keep him warm until he can come home.

Look Who’s 50!

Love, Dave, Kirsten & Mere

socialscenesWeddings | EngagementsBirthdays | Anniversaries

Birth AnnouncementsSpecial Occasions!

The Christmas tree is down, the Viking’s season is over (thank goodness) and New Year’s reso-lutions have been made and probably broken. Did you know that the month of January usu-ally sees an increase in decaf-feinated coffee sales due to New Year’s resolutions? (I did learn a little coffee trivia back in the day when I was in the coffee busi-ness). With temps down in the sin-gle digits and we had company coming, we needed food that says “comfort food.” Hmmm….just what would be considered comfort food? The term was first used in 1977, according to Webster’s Dictionary, and com-fort food may be consumed to increase positive feelings. Now to find something from which

everyone might get that feel-ing. I decided to go with tradi-tionally eaten food that might provide a nostalgic feeling to those eating it. It certainly did for me, as I hadn’t eaten it since I was a child and had positive memories of it. It was creamed chicken over biscuits. There are many recipes for creamed chicken over biscuits with veggies in it, which are just fine, but in my mind creamed chicken is just that – cream & chicken. This recipe probably is NOT completely traditional with onion, garlic & chicken flavoring crystals, but it is deli-cious, fast and easy.

¼ C. butter1 small onion, very finely diced1 T. chicken flavored granule crystals1 t. minced garlic1 t. salt½ t. pepper1/3 C. flour1 ½ C. chicken stock1 ½ C. milk3 C. chopped (or pulled) cooked chicken Melt butter in a large skillet; add onion and cook over medium heat until translucent and soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Sprinkle flour over onion mix and stir to coat (will be thick & goopy). Cook for a few minutes to lose that floury taste. SLOWLY add in chicken stock, milk and seasonings, whisking well untill smooth. Bring to boil on medium heat (takes 15 to 20 minutes to boil) and cook for 1-2 minutes untill thickened. Add the chicken and stir (taste and add more pepper/salt to taste). Continue to cook for a few more minutes untill chicken is warmed through. Serve over hot biscuits or mashed potatoes. I used a buttermilk biscuit recipe, which was wonderful with the creamed chicken.

Creamed Chicken

Country Coffee TalkBy Jeanette Schmidt

www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

The New Year celebrates the fifth operating year of the National Trout Center (NTC) in Preston, Minn. Conceived in 2009 by the Preston Eco-nomic Development Authority as a regional economic develop-ment engine, the NTC show-cases the extraordinary land-scape and cold-water fishery assets of the driftless area, the unglaciated region of the Mis-sissippi River valley. The NTC seeks to conserve our natural and cultural heritage of trout and their cold-water environ-ments by engaging the public through education, practice and awareness. The center pro-vides programs and exhibits about trout, cold-water stream ecology, the arts and crafts of trout fishing, and the biology and natural history of the drift-less area. Presently, the cen-ter is located in a temporary home, but in 2014 the NTC is seeking bonding funds from the state legislature to build a permanent home in the Root River valley. The new NTC building and grounds will be another tour-ism attraction, enhancing the current program by engaging additional fishers, recreational visitors, and people of all ages. The permanent home will fea-ture a “living stream” exhibit introducing people to the sci-

ence of flowing waters and experiments that demonstrate the special adaptations of cold-water aquatic organisms to their environments. Trout Center programs draw upon volunteers, technical experts, craftsmen and practitioners from across the region who provide high-quality instruc-tion in the fishing arts and trout stream ecology. Visitors experience first-hand the bene-fits of a healthy and renewable cold-water stream habitat, and become aware of how endur-ing economic benefits ensue from wise stewardship of the environment. The trout cen-ter multiplies the return on investments already made in parks, trails, and other learn-ing centers in the area, such as the National Eagle Center in Wabasha, Minn. and the Eagle Bluff Environmental Learn-ing Center in rural Lanesboro, Minn. Through the NTC web-site (www.nationaltroutcenter.org), the Trout Center endeav-ors to become the go-to place for “All Things Trout”. The driftless area trout fishery generates economic activity of more than $1.1 billion annu-ally in the region, exceeding the combined revenues of all five of the major league profes-sional sports teams in Chi-cago. The trout fishery value is equivalent to approximately 10 percent of the total annual statewide tourism economy in Minnesota. Over the past 25 years, over $45 million have been spent

The National Trout Center, an investment in our future

to rehabilitate the spring-fed streams of the region, success-fully restoring naturally repro-ducing Brook and Brown Trout to these streams. In Minnesota alone, the return on this invest-ment has been $24.50 annually for every dollar spent in trout stream habitat restoration. This investment is continuing to yield dividends as anglers from all across the United States have begun to discover this outstanding fishery and to see first-hand the economic benefits of restoring a healthy cold-water environment. Fish-ing license sales reveal that 47 percent of the direct expendi-tures for trout fishing are spent by non-resident anglers. A permanent home for the National Trout Center is a wise investment for the future. The Center benefits all citizens of Minnesota and the Midwest region. To support the NTC and the state bonding proposal contact Governor Dayton, State House and Senate representa-tives, city council members, and county commissioners. For more information about the National Trout Center, or to volunteer your services, please contact the National Trout Center at info@nationaltrout-center.org We are looking forward to serving you in 2014 and wish you the very best during the New Year.George R. Spangler,Chairman, National Trout Center

Fillmore Central Commu-nity Education sponsored adult co-ed basketball will resume activities on Wednesday, Janu-ary 8 at 6:45 p.m. at the middle school gymnasium in Preston, Minn. This scheduled activity will run weekly on Wednesday nights up to Easter. For more information con-tact Randy Hahn at 507-765-2193 or John Torgrimson at 507-765-4587.

Adult co-ed basketball

JEM ThEaTrEMain Ave., Harmony • 507.886.7469

Bring your own bucket for popcorn EvEryday & save!

www.jemmovies.comwww.facebook.com/JemTheatre

American HustleFriday, January 10th .................. 7:30pm

Saturday, January 11th .............. 7:30pm

Sunday, January 12th ................ 7:30pmRated R • Run Time: 2 hours 18 minutes

Lordy, Lordy the paperboy is…

40!Happy Birthday!

55 Center Street WestHarmony, MN • 507-886-2225www.myharmonyfoods.com

MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm SUN: 8:00am – 7:00pm

105 Fillmore Street WestPreston, MN • 507-765-2465www.myprestonfoods.com

MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm SUN: 8:00am – 7:00pm

400 South Mill StreetRushford, MN • 507-864-2878www.myrushfordfoods.com

MON–SAT: 7:00am – 9:00pm SUN: 7:00am – 9:00pm

Green Giant Vegetables

14.5 Oz. • Assorted

Green GiantVegetables10/$10

Chobani Greek Yogurt

6 Oz. •Assorted

Chobani Greek Yogurt10/$10

Stock Up On This Saving!

9 Oz.

Hot Pockets, Lean Pockets, Croissant

Pockets5/$9

Prices Effective January 6th-January 12th

www.myrushfordfoods.com • www.myprestonfoods.com • www.myharmonyfoods.com

$399Per Lb.

Hormel Smoked Honey Ham................

$43926.6-32 Oz. • Assorted

Schweigert Breaded Chicken...............

MEAT

$16916 Oz.

Oscar Mayer Turkey Bologna.................

$13916 Oz.

IGA Hot Dogs............................................

$36916 Oz. • Assorted • Oscar Mayer

Beef or Cheese Wieners........................

$4993 Lb.

Oscar Mayer Wieners.............................

Skylark CornedBeef Brisket$379

Lb.

$1197-12 Oz. • John Morrell

Pork Sausage Rolls or Links.....................

$69910 Lb. • Fresh Frozen

Chicken Leg Quarters............................

Chairman’s Reserve

T-Bone Steak$699

Lb.

Chairman’s Reserve • Boneless

Beef SirloinTip Steak$379

Lb.

Chairman’s Reserve • Boneless

Beef SirloinTip Roast$359

Lb.

Chairman’s Reserve • Boneless

Beef Eye ofRound Steak$399

Lb.

Chairman’s Reserve • Boneless

Beef Eye ofRound Roast$379

Lb.

Family Pack

80% LeanGround Beef$279

Lb.

Pork ShoulderSteak$189

Lb.

Pork ShoulderRoast$179

Lb.

$22912 Oz. • Shurfine

Imitation Flake Style Crab Meat...........

$14992 Lb. • Harvest of the Sea

Cooked Shrimp 61-70 Count............

$39925 Oz.

Shurfine Crunchy Fish Sticks..................

Boneless PorkSirloin Chops$229

Lb.

Boneless

Pork Cube Steak$279

Lb.

Boneless

PorkCutlets$279

Lb.

$19916 Oz.

Old Wisconsin Ring Bologna...................

Frick’s CenterCut Ham Steak$229

Lb.

$7992 Lb.

Klements Summer Sausage...................

Family Pack

Chicken LegQuarters$119

Lb.Family Pack

Chicken Thighs$119

Lb.

$8493 Lb. • Golden Plump

Wing Portion Drummies..........................

3 Lb.

MacintoshApples2/$5

6 Oz.

Blackberries2/$5

3 Lb.

California HaloClementines$499

Each

Earthbound FarmsOrganic Broccoli

$299

Each

Green Bell Peppers69¢

8 Oz.

Giorgio WholeMushrooms2/$3

5 Oz. • Assorted

Earthbound FarmsOrganic Salads$299

10 Lb.

Russet Potatoes$299

Pint

GrapeTomatoes2/$4

$399Per Lb.

Hormel Virginia Smoked Ham..............

PRODUCE

DELI

www.myrushfordfoods.com • www.myprestonfoods.com • www.myharmonyfoods.com

Grocery$19964 Oz. • Assorted • Old Orchard

Healthy Balance Juice Cocktails...........Betty Crocker Mashed Potatoes Make Tonight a Taco Night!

3-3.2 Oz. • Assorted • Betty Crocker

FlavoredMashed Potatoes

4/$312 Count • Assorted

IGA TacoShells$129

$24946 Oz. • Assorted

V8 Fusion.................................................

$24946 Oz. • Assorted

V8 100% Vegetable Juice.....................

99¢24 Oz. • Assorted

Hunt’s Pasta Sauce...............................

69¢16 Oz.

IGA/Shurfine Refried Beans.................

$1498-10 Count • Assorted

Shurfine Hot Cocoa Mix...........................

$74934.5 Oz.

Maryland Club Butter Nut Coffee..........

12-20 Oz.

IGA Crispy Rice, Corn Flakes, Bran

Flakes Cereal2/$3

10.6-14 Oz. • General Mills

Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Honey Nut Cheerios, Lucky Charms,

Trix, Whole Grain Total3/$6

$1194.9-7.55 Oz. • Assorted

Better Oats Instant Oatmeal...................

2/$412-16 Oz. • Assorted

Twizzlers Licorice.............................................

General Merchandise12-26 Count

Huggies Pull-Ups or Goodnites Training Pants$899

14.2-16 Lb. • Assorted

Meow Mix DryCat Food$1399

16 Lb. • Purina

Kit N KaboodleDry Cat Food$1099

35 Count • Assorted • Domestix

DisinfectingWipes$149

24 Oz. • Domestix

Window or ToiletBowl Cleaner$149

75 Oz. • Assorted

Xtra 2X LiquidLaundry Detergent

5/$10

75 Oz. • Assorted • Cascade

Powdered or GelAuto Detergent$499

20 Count • Assorted

Cascade ActionPacs

$499

12.6 Oz. • Assorted

Pantene Shampooor Conditioner$399

16 Oz. • Topcare

Hydrogen Peroxide or Isopropyl Alcohol

99¢

64 Oz.

IGA 100% AppleJuice or Apple Cider

2/$3

15-16.3 Oz. • Assorted

Skippy PeanutButter2/$5

4.3-9.2 Oz. • Betty Crocker

Hamburger, Tuna or Chicken Helper10/$10

5.5-7.25 Oz. • Assorted • Shurfine or

IGA Macaroni & Cheese Dinner2/$1

2.05-2.39 Oz.

Kraft Mac & Cheese or Velveeta Shells Cups

99¢

26 Oz. • Assorted

IGA FamilySized Soups2/$3

18.6-18.8 Oz. • Assorted

Campbell’s Homestyle Soup

3/$5

10.5-10.75 Oz.

IGA Tomato orChicken Noodle Soup

5/$3

17.5 Oz. • Assorted

Betty CrockerCookie Mix2/$4

11.3-15.5 Oz. • Assorted

Malto MealCereal Boxes$189

4.5-8.9 Oz. • Assorted

Betty CrockerFruit Snacks2/$3

5.34-7 Oz. • Assorted

General MillsFiber One Bars4/$10

7.4-8.9 Oz. • Assorted

Nature ValleyGranola Bars4/$10

• Minnesota EBT Cards Accepted• Gift Certificates• WE ACCEpT:

We reserve the right to limit quantities • not responsible for graphic or typographical errors

Rushford Foods • Harmony Foods • Preston Foods• Dry Cleaning pick-up & Delivery• Rug Doctor Rental• WIC Acceptedwww.rushfordfoods.com

4 Count • Assorted

Jell-O Puddingsor Gelatins2/$3

Dairy FrOZEN

SNaCKS

BEVEraGES

8 Oz. • Assorted

IGA CreamCheese99¢

12 Oz. • IGA

Shredded Mozzarellaor Cheddar Cheese

2/$5

16-16.5 Oz. • Assorted • Pillsbury

Ready to BakeCookies & Dough

2/$5

16 Oz. • Assorted

Crystal Farms Better N Eggs$229

45 Oz.

Blue BonnetSpread$299

59 Oz. • Assorted

Florida’s NaturalOrange Juice$329

Gallon

Kemps SelectChocolate Milk$339

22 Oz. • Assorted

Kemps CottageCheese$279

132 Oz. • Assorted

Kemps IceCream Pails$599

6-12 Count • Assorted • Weight Watchers

Ice CreamNovelties$479

5 Lb.

IGA Crinkle Cut Fries orShurfine Tater Nuggets

$399

2.9-6 Oz. • Kemps

Ittibitz, Singles or Yogurt Parfait Treats10/$10

31.7 Oz. • Mr. Dee’s

HashbrownPatties$299

16.4 Oz. • Assorted

PillsburyPancakes$199

11.6-12.3 Oz. • Assorted

Kelloggs EggoWaffles$249

11.5 Oz. • Assorted • Pillsbury

Toaster Strudelor Scrambles2/$4

14 Oz. • Assorted

Mr. Dee’s SteamerReady Potatoes

2/$5

24-27 Oz. • Assorted

Banquet FamilySize Entrees$279

24 Pack

Aquafina Water$499

6-12 Pack • Assorted

Lipton PureLeaf or Iced Teas

$499

16.9 Oz. • 6 Pack • Assorted

Coca ColaProducts4/$10

7.5 Oz. • 8 Pack • Assorted

Coca ColaProducts4/$10

9.75 Oz. • Assorted

PoweradeSports Drinks$399

6 Pack • Assorted

GlaceauVitamin Water$399

20 Oz. • Assorted

7-Up BottlingProducts99¢

16 Oz. • Assorted

Snapple

99¢

1 Liter • Assorted

Snapple

99¢

7 Oz.

Old DutchKettle Corn2/$4

16 Oz. • Assorted • IGA or Shurfine

Dry RoastedPeanuts$199

4-6 Oz. • Assorted • Yoplait

Original, Light or Whips Yogurt10/$5

13-16 Oz. • Assorted • Frito Lay

Party Size Doritos or Ruffles

2/$7

12 Pack • Assorted

Pepsi & MountainDew Products3/$1324 Oz. • 6 Pack • Assorted

Pepsi & MountainDew Products3/$13

7.5-11.5 Oz. • Lean Cuisine

Culinary Classics orSimple Favorites6/$10

8.75-10.25 Oz. • Assorted

Frito Lay Cheetosor Fritos$349

7.75-10.5 Oz. • Assorted

Frito LayTostitos2/$6

*Must purchase 3

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 17

Fillmore County, Minn. - I would like to announce my can-didacy for the Office of the Fillmore County Sheriff in 2014. As current Sheriff Daryl Jensen has previously stated, he will not be seek-ing re-election to another term. I believe with my education, train-ing, and 19 years of experience and commitment to Fillmore County,

I am the best candidate for the position. With this opportunity, I want the citizens of Fillmore County to know that I am ready and willing to fulfill the duties of the Office of the Sheriff. I am a native of southeast Min-nesota. I graduated from Stew-artville High School in 1986. I have an Associate in Applied Sci-ence degree in Law Enforcement from the Alexandria Technical College and a Bachelor of Sci-ence degree in Law Enforcement from Mankato State University. In 2012 and 2013 respectively,

Brian Miner announces run for Fillmore County SheriffI graduated from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension’s Supervision and Management Pro-gram & Senior Management Pro-gram. Throughout my 19 years, I have had the opportunity to attend a wide variety of classes and train-ings which have given me a diverse background in all areas of law enforcement. While attending Mankato State University, I had the opportunity to work part-time as a police offi-cer in the cities of Mapleton and Minnesota Lake. In December 1994, I started my career with

Fillmore County as a deputy sher-iff in Spring Valley. I have been in a leadership position for the last eight years. In 2005 I was promoted to Patrol Sergeant. My duties included supervision of the patrol division, scheduling, and training of new deputies. I was promoted to Lieutenant in 2013 and currently hold that position. My duties include animal neglect/cruelty investigation, civil process, background checks for gun per-mits, and sheriff’s office liaison to the Salvation Army. I also have the privilege of being the sheriff’s office

firearms instructor and use-of-force instructor. I am committed to providing the best possible services to the community through effective lead-ership and continuing to build a responsive and professional sheriff’s office. I currently live in rural Spring Valley with my wife, Amanda, and four children: Stephanie (15), Cait-lin (12), Emily (10), and Cameron (7). Your support throughout the year and vote on November 4, 2014 would be greatly appreciated. For more information, comments, or questions, I can be contacted by phone (507-279-1976), email (miner4sheriff@gmail.com), or on Facebook (Miner4Sheriff).

Brian Miner

Great Job KidsGreat Job KidsThanks to these businesses for supporting the coloring page!

Ody’s Country MeatsSpring Valley, MN

Kelly Printing & SignsPreston, MN

Major & Company Accounting & TaxPreston, MN

Preston FoodsPreston, MN

JuliaClaire BoutiquePreston, MN

Richard’s Pump Service, Inc.Fountain, MN

Pam’s Corner ConvenienceRushford, MN

The CreameryRushford, MN

Sweet Stop & Sandwich ShoppePreston, MN

Root River State BankChatfield, MN

Sunshine FoodsSpring Valley & Chatfield, MN

NAPA Auto PartsSpring Valley, MN

Good Shepherd Lutheran ServicesRushford, MN

Fillmore County JournalPreston, MN

Andy E. Swatrzentruber, Age 8Preston, MN

Nathan E. Gingerich, Age 5Harmony, MN

Crist Mast, Age 7Canton, MN

Edna E. Hershberger, Age 12Canton, MN

Dennis P. Gingerich, Age 12Harmony, MN

MaLinda J. Hershberger, Age 4Canton, MN

Eli P. Gingerich, Age 10Harmony, MN

Daniel L., Age 10Canton, MN

Stephen N. Yutzy, Age 9 3/4Granger, MN

Joseph Mast, Age 7Mabel, MN

Stylar Fryo, Age 7Harmony, MN

Annika Torgerson, Age 9Harmony, MN

Page 18 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week.

Spring Is Just Around The Corner!

The Fillmore Soil And Water Conservation District (SWCD) has a great selection of potted and bare root trees and shrubs available for your spring

planting needs, ranging in size from seedlings to 3 foot tall. Orders are taken on a first-come, first-serve

basis. Order forms are available on our website at www.fillmoreswcd.org or pick one up at the SWCD

office at 900 Washington Street NW in Preston.

Time To Order Your Trees!

Monday, January 13, 2014 • noonHay & Straw

Canton

All hay must be on the lot by 5:00pm the Friday prior to the auction. Loader tractor will be onsite 1 week ahead of sale and 1 week after the sale. All round bales & big square bales must be unloaded. No

Saturday, Sunday or Sale Day unloading. Loader fee is $1.00 per bale. Only small square bales will be sold on trailers or wagons but must be weighed empty and full.

There will be no exceptions.www.gehlingauction.com or email

gehling@gehlingauction.com

notE: SalE iS 2nd Monday of EaCH MontHSale Site: Preston dairy & farm of Canton

1/2 Mile west of Canton, Mn on Hwy 52To Consign Hay or Straw or for more information: Call Don 507-743-2250 or Gehling Auction Company 507-765-2131

Fillmore County police reportsChatfield Police Department

Joshua Lee McCabe, 31, Chatfield, Minn.; 7/26/2013, Dangerous Weapons - Reck-lesslly Handle or Use; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 12/17/2014), Local confine-ment for 90 days (stay 86 days for one year), Supervised pro-bation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or simi-lar, Aftercare, outpatient treat-ment, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Ran-dom testing, Submit to random searches, No assault, aggressive, intimidating, or threatening behavior, No use of possession of firearms or dangerous weap-ons.

Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office

Thomas Millard Engen, 59, Mabel, Minn.; 3/3/2013, Driv-er’s License - Driving after can-cellation - inimical to public safety; Fine of $3,000 (stay $2,500 until 12/17/2015), Local confinement for 365 (stay 359 days for two years), Supervised probation for two years - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, Chemical dependency evaluation/treat-ment, No assault, aggressive, intimidating, or threatening behavior. Rebel Sky Finley, 23, Lanesboro, Minn.; 8/22/2013, Domestic Assault - Misde-meanor - Commits Act With Intent to Cause Fear of Imme-diate Bodily Harm or Death; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 12/17/2014), Local con-finement for 90 days (stay

87 days for one year, credit for time served of one day), Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependnecy evaluation/treat-ment, Aftercare, No alcohol/controlled substance use; No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, Take medi-cations in prescribed dosage and frequency, No assault, aggres-sive, intimidating, or threaten-ing behavior, No violations of an Order for Protection, No use or possession of firearms or dangerous weapons, No contact with victim(s), Patrick Finley. Lesa Kristine Jacobson, 42, Chatfield, Minn.; 11/23/2013, Unlawful Passing - Against Signs; Fees $140. Christopher Wayne Light, 23, Mabel, Minn.; 12/5/2013, Driver’s License - Driving After Suspension; Fees $290. 12/5/2013, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance When Oper-ating Vehicle; Fees $200. Tyler Cody Mack, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/11/2013, Speeding - 64/55; Fees $130. Kathleen Marie Massman, 64, Clermont, Iowa; 12/10/2013, Duty to Drive with Due Care - Speed Greater than Reasonable; Fees $130. David Floyd Matthees, 53, Crystal, Minn.; 6/6/2012, Receiving Stolen Property; Fine of $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 9/23/2015), Restitution $4,196.76, Restitution $1,152, Local confinement for 365 days (stay 345 days for two years, credit for time served of five days), Supervised probation for two years - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evalua-tion/treatment, Aftercare, No

alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Random testing, Submit to random searches, Advise Agent prior to changing employment and/or residence, No contact with victim(s), No contact with persons associated with illegal drugs. Justin Duane McFarland, 30, Austin, Minn.; 11/17/2013, Drugs - Possession of Drug Par-aphernalia - Use or Possession; Fees $140. 11/17/2013, Drugs - Possess/Sale Small Amount of Marijuana - No Remuneration; Fees $50. Theodore Allen Perzynski, 54, Eyota, Minn.; 6/23/2013, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700), Local con-finement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for two years - No driving without insurance, have valid license to drive, Complete Chemical Assessment, follow all recommendations, Remain law-abiding, No Same or simi-lar. Eli Dennis Swartzentruber, 22, Mabel, Minn.; 8/24/2013, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within 2 Hours; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 11/26/2014), Local confinement for 90 days (stay 87 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No Same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance, must have valid license to drive, Submit to Chemical Testing, Do not enter bars or liquor stores. David Welford Williams, Jr., 72, Lanesboro, Minn.; 5/10/2011, Attorneys - Unau-thorized Practice of Law; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 12/17/2014), Local confine-ment for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised pro-bation for one year - No lon-ger use the word Attorney at Law, not licensed to practice in Minnesota. Do not put on let-ter head, correspondence, etc., Remain law-abiding, No same or similar.

Preston Police Department Lucretia Pauline Brehm, 75, Lanesboro, Minn.; 12/14/2013, Prohibitions; Stopping, Parking on Crosswalk; Fees $32. Jamie Lynn Darling, 22, Lanesboro, Minn.; 12/1/2013, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping; Fees $32. Morgan Haley Gjere, 20, Mabel, Minn.; 12/6/2013, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping; Fees $32. VSB Leasing LT, Oshkosh, Wis.; 11/30/2013, Stopping/Standing/Parking Where Signs Prohibit Stopping; Fees $32.

Minnesota State Patrol David Scott Beech, 25, Spring Grove, Minn.; 11/9/2013, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Pas-sengers Must Use; Fees $115. Cassandra Marie Cody, 19, Spring Grove, Minn.;

11/9/2013, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Bryant Jacob Cox, 24, Deco-rah, Iowa; 11/14/2013, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Pas-sengers Must Use; Fees $115. Demetrius Antonie Dun-bar, 32, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/18/2013, Driver’s License - Driving After Suspension; Fees $290. 11/18/2013, Driver Must Carry Proof of Insurance when Operating Vehicle; Fees $200. Rebecca Jean Halverson Lind, 43, Rushford, Minn.; 10/23/2013, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Emily Megan Moen, 27, Cologne, Minn.; 11/27/2013, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Marshall Cletus Oeltjen, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 12/1/2013, Speeding - 73/55; Fees $150. Lance Allen Papenfuss, 31, Harmony, Minn.; 10/23/2013, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passengers Must Use; Fees $115. Maria Rothen, 34, Whalan, Minn.; 12/5/2013, Speeding - 65/55; Fees $130. Janice Kathryn Sbiral, 66, Calamar, Iowa; 11/22/2013, Speeding - 50/40; Fees $130. Randall William Sullivan, 34, Decorah, Iowa; 11/13/2013, Speeding - 50/40; Fees $130.Rushford Police Department

Barbara J. Dwyer, 56, Worth,

Ill.; 12/7/2013, Speeding - 51/35; Fees $150. Bryce Emanuel Kokinos, 19, Rushford, Minn.; 10/13/2013, Trespass - School Proper-ty - within six months; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 12/23/2014), Local confine-ment for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised pro-bation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or simi-lar, Maintain employment and residence, Not be on Rushford School Property as notice states. Leland Morris Mickelson, 72, Rushford, Minn.; 9/25/2013, Motor Vehicle Registration - Operate Unregistered Vehicle/Without Plates Displayed on Public Street/Highway; Fees $190. Cody Darin Peterson, 20, Rushford, Minn.; 7/4/2013, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle - Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within 2 Hours; Fine of $1,000 (stay $700 until 12/2/2014), Local confinement for 90 days (stay 90 days for one year), Supervised probation for one year - Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, No alcohol/controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Random testing, No driving without insurance, have valid license to drive, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Com-plete Chemical Assessment, follow all recommendations as requested.

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 19

SANDEN REALTY & AucTioNS

175.50 acres of good productive Fillmore County farm land in Norway Township. Approximately 165.35 acres tillable to be offered in two individual tracts. Major soils are tama and downs silt loams with overall PI of 85-90 with blacktop road access. These parcels would make a great addition to any farm operation.

Thursday, February 13, 2014 @ 2:00 PMLoCATed: Rushford American Legion, 213 State Rd. 16, Rushford, MN 55971

PC #1: PC # 04.0127.000 - 75 acres in section 14 more or less W 1/2 NW 1/4 (exc 5.0 acres building site-subject to survey) - Tillable acres 70.46 - Borders Fillmore County Rd. #10 and State Highway #43 South of Bratsburg.

PC #2: PC # 04.0128.000 Section 15 - e 87 AC of Ne 1/4 - Borders State Hwy #43 - West side south of Bratsburg. PC # 04.0084.000 Section 10 - 13.50 AC N 1/2 Se 1/4 Se 1/4 exc. 5.0 AC and exc 1.45 AC - Borders State Highway #43 and Fillmore County Rd. #10 west of Bratsburg. To-tal acreage of 100.50 acres with 93.48 acres tillable with 6.3 acres in CRP and MN/doT living snowfence agreement.

View additional information on our web site: www.sandenrealty.com

ALL AgReAgeS PeR FILLMoRe CouNTy ASSeSSoR dATACRoPLANd ACReAge PeR FILLMoRe CouNTy FSA oFFICe dATA

ReAL eSTATe TAxeS due ANd PAyABLe IN 2014 To Be PRoRATed To TIMe oF PoSSeSSIoN

Terms: $50,000 down payment on each parcel auction day - Non-refundable if buyer(s) fail to close. The balance due and payable in full to seller on or before March 20, 2014 at which time buyer shall receive a clear marketable title and possession. Seller to furnish updated abstract. A 2% buyer premium will be added over and above final bid. This will equal the final contract price. All parcels sell in “as is” condition and with no contingencies whatsoever. All bidders/buyers must have financing in order. Any verbal announcements auction day takes precedence over print.

Attorney and closing agent for seller - Libera Knapp P.A. Winona, MNJennifer Knapp: Ph 507-452-3246

For more information Ph 507-896-2586 or cell 507-450-6526

dolalie Family Trust II - SellersRita Kelly - Trustee

Virginia overland - Trustee

SANdeN ReALTy ANd AuCTIoN, LLC HouSToN, MN 55943Dennis Sanden - Auctioneer MN Lic #28-06-014 PH 507-896-2586 CELL 507-450-6526

Gary Sanden PH 507-894-4589 CELL 507-450-0574Visit our web site @ www.sandenrealty.com

By Jerrold Tesmer, Extension Educator for Fillmore/Houston Counties The Iowa Pork Industry Cen-ter and Iowa State University ( I S U E O ) E x t e n s i o n and Outreach are offering a v e n t i l a t i o n w o r k s h o p designed to help teach p r o d u c e r s about the proper use of swine build-ing ventilation equipment to improve pig well-being and minimize operating costs. The workshop is set for January 9 at the Featherlite Center, 220 7th Street West, in Cresco and will be from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jay Harmon, Iowa State Uni-versity (ISU) agricultural and biosystems engineering pro-fessor, said, “‘Managing Your Unseen Employee: The Ventila-tion System’ is a series of three different workshops: Vent 101-Basic Ventilation; Vent 201: Next Level Ventilation and Vent 301: Your Ventilation.” The January 9 workshop is a Vent 101 session that will teach how the pig is impacted by

ventilation, key components of ventilation systems, ventila-tion principles for moisture control and heat relief and how to identify and solve common ventilation problems and mis-takes. In addition to classroom presentations, presenters will demonstrate ventilation prin-ciples by using a portable room equipped with single speed and variable speed fans, a variety of inlets and controllers. The ventilation trailer is a unique educational tool that provides participants hands-on experi-ence with ventilation systems. Cost of the workshop is $60 per person. Participants will receive a course notebook with handouts and lunch is pro-vided. Attendance is limited to 26, with a minimum of 10 registrations required to hold the workshop. Preregistration is required and will be avail-able until the day before the workshop date, only if space remains. To pre-register, con-tact ISU Howard County Extension and Outreach at (563) 547-3001. For addition-al information, contact Mark Storlie at (563) 425-3331 or e-mail: mstorlie@iastate.edu.

Ventilation workshop for swine producers

Jerrold Tesmer

The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) offers cost share and incentive payments for landowners and producers adopting new conservation prac-tices in their operations. The first 2014 scoring period will occur in December 2013 and rankings will take place until February 2014, so agricultural producers looking to solve natural resource problems on their farms should apply now for assistance through EQIP. Some of the practices available through EQIP again in 2014 will be: Grassed Waterways are a shaped or graded channel that is established with suitable vegetation to carry surface water at a non-erosive veloc-ity to a stable outlet. They are used to help reduce gully erosion, which in HEL fields need to be controlled, and improve water quality. Cover Crops to reduce erosion from wind and water and to increase soil organic matter. The cost share ranges depending on the crop is $46 to $80 per acre. Cover crops offer a wide range of benefits: they trap nitrogen left behind by fertil-izer in the field, which otherwise may be washed away over the win-ter. They conserve water, improve the quality of soil, suppress weeds, and control insect pests and ero-

sion. Cover crops can also provide an excellent source of animal feed during periods when drought has reduced forage. Prescribed Grazing involves bet-ter management and utilization of pasture forage so that it is more productive. Larger pastures are split into smaller “paddocks” so livestock graze more evenly and the other paddocks are allowed adequate time to recover. Cost share money is available for fenc-

Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP)

ing, waterlines, water tanks, and pasture planting. Cost Share rates are higher if you qualify as a Beginning Farmer/Rancher, Limited Resource Farmer/Rancher, and/or a Socially Disad-vantaged Farmer/Rancher. These are just a few of the prac-tices that we can provided technical assistance with. For more informa-tion on other practices available you can log onto www.mn.nrcs.usda.gov or stop into our office at 413 Farmers St Box A, Preston, MN 55965. We can also be reached at 507.765.3878 Ext 3. The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

When you buy from a mom or pop business,you are not helping a ceo buy a third vacation home.

you are helping a little girl get dance lessons, a little boy get his team jersey, a mom or dad put food on the table, a family pay a mortgage, or a student pay for college.

our customers are our shareholders and they are the ones We strive to make happy.

thank you for supporting small businesses!

Lanesboro Livewires 4-H CLub Oyster Stew & Chili Supper34TH

Annual

Prices: Adults $6.00 Children 5-12 $3.00 ($1 more at the door)

Come join us for a great evening and support your local 4-H

Sunday, January 12, 2014 • 11am-5pmLanesboro Community Center

Menu: Oyster Stew, Chili, Chicken Noodle Soup, Sandwiches, Desserts & Beverages.

TUESDAY, JAN. 7•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Sylvan Manor, 503 Parkway Avenue, Lanesboro.•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10:30-11am, Kenilworth Apartments, 503 Parkway Avenue, Lanesboro.•SEMCAC Senior Dining Bingo, 11am, Rushford Tenborg Center.*•Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels.*•Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.*•Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm in the Pio neer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St., Chatfield.* •AA Closed Meeting, 8pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St., Rushford.*

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 8•Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-4pm, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley.*•Free Community Dinner, 5:30pm, Lanesboro Local, 201 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro.*•VFW POST Meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall.•Trailbusters meeting, 7pm, Mabel American Legion, Mabel.

THURSDAY, JAN. 9•Free Senior Coffee, 9am, Heritage Grove, Harmony.*•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 9:30-10:30am, Wykoff City Hall, 217 Gold Street North, Wykoff.•Story Hour, 11am, Harmony Public Library. No school, no story hour.*•Canton Senior Citizens meet, 1pm for cards and visiting, Canton Community Center.*•AA Class “Road’s Journey,” 8pm, 301 E. Franklin St., Spring Valley (a yellow house).*

FRIDAY, JAN. 10•Solo Friends over 50 Group, 6pm, Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Spring Valley. For more info call 507-226-4595.•Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.* •Harmony AA Group, 8pm, Harmony Community Center. For more info call 612-251-3822 or 507-272-2191*

SATURDAY, JAN. 11•Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 9-11am, 1300 West Tracy Rd., Spring Valley, MN.*

CALENDAR OF EVENTS•Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. For more info, call 507-251-1771 or 765-2518.*

SUNDAY, JAN. 12•Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, south Main St. and Highway 52.*

MONDAY, JAN. 13•Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.*•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Cherrywood Estates, 101 & 105 Cherrywood Drive, Mabel, MN. Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 10:30-11:15am at the Fire Hall, 109 North Elm, Mabel.•Preston Senior Dining, 11am, Chic’s Pizza Place & Restaurant, Preston.•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN.*•TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) Meeting, Spring Valley Care Center Activity Room. Weigh-in from 5:45-6pm, meeting from 6 to 6:45pm. Questions contact Judy at 507-346-2469.*•VFW Ladies Aux Meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley VFW Hall.

Professional GuideDentalaccountants MeDical

MAJOR & COMPANYTAX PREPARATION, ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL SERVICES

ENROLLED AGENTS409 Spring Ave., Preston, MN 55965 • 507-765-4444

RON SCHREIER, EA • TIM MCLAUGHLIN, EA

Pamela Ristau, CPAPersonalized service to accommodate your needs.

Accounting, Auditing, Tax Preparation209 ST. ANTHONY STREET, PRESTON, MN 55965

pam@pamristaucpa.com • 507-765-2180

Teri Klaehn CPA, LLC

Tax, Payroll and Accounting ServicesQuickbooks ProAdvisor

125 St. Paul St., Preston, MN 55965507-765-3696 - Teri@tklaehncpa.com

assisteD living

Park Lane Estates Assisted Living111 Fillmore Place SE

Preston, MN 55965507-765-9986

“Where Life Begins Again”cnation@goldenhorizons.org

counseling

Sexual Assault Program ~ Victim/Witness Assistance ProgramAdvocacy, information & assistance for victim/survivors of sexual assualt & other felony crimes. Community & professional education & consulta-

tion. Located in the Fillmore County Court House - Preston, MN

MON-FRI 765-2805 OR CALL 24 HR CRISIS LINE TOLL-FREE 1-877-289-0636

VICTIM SERVICES - a service of DFO Community Corrections.

All services are free &

confi denital

65 Main Avenue North, Harmony

Marcy Allen, LPC; Paul Broken, MA; Mark Bronson, MS, LICSW; Alan Rodgers, LICSW

Psychotherapy, psychiatry, case management, adult rehab mental health services

8:00am - 4:30pm, Mon-Fri1-800-422-0161www.zumbromhc.org

D E N TA L

Gary M. Marcoux, D.D.S.208 S. Elm Street

Rushford, MN(507) 864-7773

• Family Dental Care• Cosmetic Dentistry/Whitening• New Patients Always Welcome

R U S H F O R D

C L I N I C

insurance

F&MINSURANCE SERVICES

MeDical

Po Box 232212 fillmore st. WPreston, Mn 55965

507.867.8007fax: 507.867.8018

stensrud.lisa@myfcpt.com

lisa stensrud, dPT

This space is available

for your business!

real estateOver 1,500

acres sold in the past year!

•Specializing in hunting land, farm land, hobby farms & rural properties•Small town work ethic backed by nationwide marketing•Local expertise, born and raised in southeastern MN

chad garteski, Agent/Land SpecialistCell: 507.269.2742 • Email: Chad@WeissChoice.comwww.WeissChoice.com

To advertise on this page please call 507.765.2151 or email ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Celebrate

1 col. x 3 in.

black/white

For only

$1650Add color fo

r

only $3 extra!

Fillmore County JournalP.O. Box 493

Preston, MN 55965

Email your ad and a photo to ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

and we’ll add the artwork!

Ad deadline is Wednesday Noon for the next Monday’s edition.

a birthday, anniversary or

congratulate a loved one with a happy ad in the Fillmore County Journal!

Page 20 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Call 507-765-2151 or 800-599-0481 (in 507 area code)FAX 507-765-2468 or e-mail: news@fillmorecountyjournal.comClassifieds

FARM

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 21

Mention this Ad and Receive $100 off Basement Waterproofi ng SystemWE FIX WET BASEMENTS!

Free Estimates • 507-259-7776 • www.AllStarBasements.com

Cleaning

Professional Cleaning ~Carpet, Furniture, Floors, Furnace Duct Cleaning, Fire & Water Damage,Janitorial Service.

Jeff Hebl, Owner - 507-467-4798 • Lanesboro, MN

ServiceMASTER of Chatfi eld

The clean you expectThe service you deserve

ConstruCtion

PETERSON, MN 55962 • 507-875-2496

MELDAHL CONSTRUCTION INC.

30 Ton, 136 ft Boom Truck Service

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: GRAIN BIN CONSTRUCTION

THE FIRST BIN DESIGNED FOR THE 21ST CENTURY

-Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors

&

Tear Down , Millwright, Grain Legs, Auger, and Conveyor Construction,Concrete Construction.

We Carry

• Dryers• Grain Bins for

Drying & Storage

(And More!)

• CUSTOM CABINETS

• ROOFING

• SIDING

• GRANICRETE COUNTER TOPS

H:507-268-4949 Fountain, MN Lic# BC474301

• REMODELING

• GARAGES

• SHEDS & MORE

www.duanegilbertsonconstruction.com

and Cabinetry C:507-272-3624

ConstruCtionBasement Waterproofing

• MARTY HUNGERHOLT, 507-467-2203• RANDY HARMON, 507-467-2410• RICHARD NEPSTAD, 507-765-3621

For ALL your building and remodeling needs.Many Years of Experience

MN CONTRACTORS LIC. #20382343

HUNGERHOLT CARPENTRY plumBing

AL LARSON & SONS

• New Homes• Remodeling• Air Conditioning

Plumbing & Heating308 St. Anthony St., Preston

• Furnace• Drain Cleaning507-765-2405

Calls welcomed any time!

TAYLOR OUTDOOR WOOD STOVES ~ RADIANT FLOOR HEATING

A-MAIZE-ING HEAT CORN FURNACES & BOILERS ~ GAS FURNACES & BOILERS AIR CONDITIONING ~ SEPTIC SYSTEMS ~ NEW CONSTRUCTION ~ REMODELING

FREE ESTIMATES ~ INSURED

BRUMM’S PLUMBING & HEATING, LLCTony Brumm • Mabel, MN 55954

Phone: (507)493-5507 • Cell:507-251-9212

Appliance Sales & Service • New & Used

Call Dave • Cell: 507-259-4238 Spring Valley & Preston • Bus. 765-2173 or 346-7879

New Construction & Remodeling• In-Floor Heat • Drain Cleaning

Dave’s Plumbing & Heating, Air Conditioning LLC

NEWMANPLUMBING, HEATING & COOLING, LLC

• New Construction • Remodeling• Insured • Free Estimates • Licensed

507-743-8325SEE US FOR ALL YOUR HEATING & COOLING NEEDS

Randy Newman - 507-421-2536 - GeoSystems

Dave Swenson Don Tollefsrud Matt Swenson Lic. #008399PJ Lic. #008744PJ Lic. #7046

• Free Estimates • Insured• Septic systems • New Construction • Remodeling

507-493-5282

PLUMBING & HEATING

propane gas

KRUEGEL GAS SERVICEPROPANE SERVICE

INSTALLATIONDELIVERY

SERVING SOUTHERN MN SINCE 1954 1-800-464-6121

satellite serviCes

STORTZ SATELLITEServing the Tri-State area Residential & Commercial

Accounts for Direct TV & Dishnet.Cable - Phone - Internet - Wiring

Toll Free 866-862-5397 Bus 507-743-8486

Canton, MN Cell 507-259-1454

Craig Stortz Power Limited Licensed Nick Stortz #PL07718 #PL07719

plumBing

Taylor Marsden • 507.450.4501Mabel, Mn • licensed & Insured #Bc664972

specializing in roofing

•concrete•siding

•new Home•remodeling

free esTIMaTes!

motors & motor repair

50-100 new/rebuilt motors on hand

at all times

RISTAU FARM SERVICEELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR SHOP

507.765.3873-lanesboro,Mn • 507.932.4560-st. charles, Mn

auTHorIZed Baldor dealer

& Truck Repair

507.421.2956Welding & truCk repair

Handy manHandy Man with more than

25 years of ExperienceInterior and Exterior Work • All Areas of Home Repair

Replacement Windows • Roofi ng Repair • Siding • Fences Decks • Drywall/Taping • Painting • Ceiling • Texturing

Bathrooms & Kitchens • Ceramic & Vinyl Tile Small Jobs Welcome • Free Estimates • Fully Insured

Call Jim at 507.923.3181 or email ocexteriors@gmail.comLicensed & Insured • MN Lic #BC667047

Put your business here!If you are interested in advertising please call 507.765.2151 or email

ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

ProfessIonal servIce GuIde

FARMLAND FOR SALE92 acres m/l, 91.2 tillable

acres, 66.7 CPI, Bloomfield Township, Fillmore Co.

Call Kyle: 641-919-5953

FARMLAND FOR SALE457 acres m/l, 383.5 tillable

acres, 74.5 CPI, Canton Township, Fillmore Co.

Call Kyle: 641-919-5953

FARMLAND FOR SALE226 acres m/l, 205.44 tillable

acres, 87.3 CPI, Racine & Frankford Townships, Mower Co.

Call Kyle: 641-919-5953

FARMLAND FOR SALE150 acres m/l, 145.3 tillable

acres, 82.1 CPI, Rock Dell/High Forest ‘W’ Township, Olmsted Co.

Call Kyle: 641-919-5953

FARMLAND FOR SALE98 acres m/l, 86.4 tillable acres, 66.9 CPI, Sumner Township, Fillmore Co.

Call Kyle: 641-919-5953

FARMFARMFOR SALE: Large net wrapped cornstalk bales. 507-272-9046. f6,13-x

HAybuStER #2100 round bale pro-cessor streach feed and bedding supply. Good condition $10,500. 320-543-3523. f23,30,6,13-x

WANTEDWAntEd: CARS, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE Mn and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, Mn. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn- o

AUCTION CALENDAR

To list your Auction507-765-2151

Thurs., Feb. 13 - 2pm - 175.50 acres of good productive Fillmore County farm land in Norway Township. Sale site at Rushford American Legion, 213 State Rd. 16, Rushford, MN. For more information contact Sanden Realty & Auctions at 507-896-2586 or online at www.sandenrealty.comListing in the Journal.

Mon., Jan. 13 - Noon - Hay & Straw Auction. Sale Site: Preston Dairy & Farm of Canton. For more information contact Don at 507-743-2250 or Gehling Auction Co. 507-765-2131. Listing in the Journal.

A Great Read!

Page 22 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

NOTICESVILLAGE SQUARE RESTAURANT of Harmony will be closed January 1 - March 27, 2014 for restaurant remodel. n30,6,13,20- o

CANADA DRUG CENTER is your choice for safe and affordable medica-tions. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with sav-ings of up to 75% on all your medica-tion needs. Call today 800/259-1096 for $10.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. MCAN

DISH TV RETAILER Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/month (where available.) Save! Ask About same day Installation! Call now! 800/297-8706 MCAN

PELVIC/TRANSVAGINAL MESH? Did you undergo transvaginal placement of mesh for pelvic organ prolapse or stress urinary incontinence between 2005 and the present? If the mesh caused com-plications, you may be entitled to con-pensation. Call Charles H. Johnson Law and speak with female staff members 800/535-5727. MCAN

GUARANTEED INCOME for your retirement. Avoid market risk & get guar-anteed income in retirement! Call for free copy of our safe money guide plus annuity quotes from A-rated companies! 800/631-4558 MCAN

FOR SALE FOR SALE

Rochester, MN866-657-4910

www.valleyfeatherlite.com

103 20th St. NE, Stewartville, MN ~ Just off Hwy 63

• Bobcat S300• Bobcat S650• Bobcat E35 Excavator

• 24' Show Stock• 16' Goose Neck StockUSEd FeatHerlite trailerS: • 17' Alum. Flatbed • 20' Stock • 32' Stock

NEw FeatHerlite trailerS iN Stock:

• 500 Gallon Fuel Trailer• 4 Horse LQ's

• Bobcat S330 w/Cab• Bobcat T180• Bobcat S630 w/Cab• NH TC 40 w/loader

• Cat 248 B• JD 329D• Dieci TeleHandlers in Stock

USEd EqUipMENt:

• 7' x 20' Stock• 7' x 24' Stock

• 16' Bumper Stock• 7'6" x 32' Stock

Year end SpecialS!

• 2013 Car Bumper Pull

EZ-GO & Yamaha GOlf CartsSaleS & ServiceNew & USed

Ivan Vreemanharmony, mn

507-273-6928

FOR SALE: Mixed firewood, dry, under a tarp. $50 per pickup load. You haul. Call 507-272-1686. s6,13-o

IKEA DESKS/wORKSTATIONS with bookshelves and organizers for sale. Perfect for office or home. Brand new $375 per desk, but selling them for $75 each. There are currently 7 available. Call 507-251-5297. s23TFN-x

BILL’S GUN SHOP. Buy, sell, trade, and repair. we are your local MUCK BOOT dealer. Hours: 7pm-10pm M-F, Saturday 8am-5pm, Sunday by appointment. 1 1/4 miles south of Carimona, 19708 Kava Rd. Preston. 507-765-2762 s10eow- o

HEAT YOUR entire home, water and more with an OUTDOOR wOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Theobald Heating Solutions 507-251-9924. swk3tfn- o

PROFLOwERS – Send Bouquets for Any Occasion. Birthday, Anniversary or Just Because! Take 20 percent off your order over $29! Go to http://www.Proflowers.com/Buy or call 1-866-983-2204 (MFPA)

FRUIT TREES low as $16.00! Blueberry, grape, strawberry, asparagus, evergreen & hardwood plants. FREE catalog. woodstock Nursery N1831 Hwy 95 Neillsville, wI 54456 toll free 1-888-803-8733, www.wallace-woodstock.com (MFPA)

EMPLOYMENT

Green Lea Manor is LookinG for speciaL peopLe who want to Make a difference.

Must be caring, compassionate, and a team player.

part-time rn/Lpn & cna shifts available.Will train and reimburse for classes, if not on the registry.

Bonus Pay on weekends and shift differential.

Contact Nicky or stop by for an application.

Green Lea Manor nursing home115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954

(507) 493-5436

…because the journey mattersE.O.E.

HELP WANTEDCustomer Service Representative

Harmony Enterprises is seeking someone who is friendly, hardworking and thrives to make sure the customer is satisfied.

Job Description: Work closely with customers and service techs to coordinated installs and service requests. Majority of the time will focus

on working with 3rd party service technicians, general administrative tasks, respond to internal and external inquiries via email/phone in timely manner. Required skills/experiences: Excellent communication skills, MS

Office software skills, able to work in team oriented environment. Preferred skills: Customer service experience, general understanding of database

management systems. Pay will be based on experience.

Harmony Enterprises, Inc. is a leading equipment manufacturer for the waste management industry. Visit our website for more information about our

company: www.harmony1.com

Interested candidates, please submit resume to: Ramon Hernandez at ramonh@harmony1.com or mail to Harmony Enterprises, Inc. 704 Main Ave

N, Harmony, MN 55939 by Jan. 10, 2013. Please no telephone inquiries.

EMPLOYMENTSPRING VALLEY SENIOR Living is hiring a PT LPN or RN for a .5 FTE overnight position. No weekends! Shift differentials offered. Send resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or email hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h6,13-o

SPRING VALLEY SENIOR Living is hiring PT CNA’s. Position is primar-ily evening shift with a few day shifts as well. Every other weekend worked required. Shift and weekend wage dif-ferentials offered! Send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or email hr@svse-niorliving.com. EOE. h6,13-o

SPRING VALLEY SENIOR Living is accepting applications in the Dietary department for a part-time evening dietary aides. To apply send application to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: HR, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or e-mail hr@svseniorliving.com EOE. h6,13-o

GRAIN CLERK/ORIGINATOR: FT position includes recordkeeping, commu-nications, clerical tasks, grain accounting, reporting and marketing. Good commu-nications and computer skills essential. working knowledge of ag industry pre-ferred. Excellent benefit package. Salary commensurate with experience. Inquire at Farmers Co-op Elevator in Rushford, 507-864-7733. Download job description and application at http://www.farmersco-opelevator.coop/. h6,13-o

THE FILLMORE COUNTY Journal is seeking a freelance writer to cover Canton City Council meetings as well as occasional human interest stories. Send letter of interest and writing sample to PO Box 496, Preston, MN 55965. h9tfn- x

PAID IN ADVANCE! MAKE $1000 A wEEK mailing brochures from home! Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start Immediately! www.local-mailers.net (VOID IN SD) (MFPA)

MAKE YOUR LIFE’S wORK A VACATION. work from home selling cruises. Take the first step today and reach out to our Business Opportunity Specialist! Call 877-671-6145 (MFPA)

EMPLOYMENTEMPLOYMENTBE YOUR OwN BOSS. Net Huge Profits. Over $60K/Year. A Real Business! (Invest. Req’d. - $4750) 1-888-796-9981. Call Daily from 8 AM to 4 PM CST. (MFPA)

COUPON CLIPPERS NEEDED! Trade extra grocery coupons for $$$$. All national brands requested. Free detail. Send stamped self-addressed envelope: CFCO, Box 18529, Milwaukee, wI 53218. MCAN

OTR DRIVERS & OwNER OPERATORS for small company in Sw MN. Most runs turnarounds. Competitive pay & benefits. Traildust Trucking 800/610-0037. MCAN

EMPLOYMENT

FOR SALESAFE STEP wALK-IN TUB: Alert for Seniors: Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less than 4” Step-In. wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 888-743-6845 for $750 Off (MFPA)

ACCIDENT VICTIMS. NEED CASH? Get a cash advance for your motor vehi-cle accident case. Pay nothing until you win. Fast approval. Cash Next Day! 888-606-4249 (MFPA)

DIRECTV - Over 140 Channels only $29.99 a month. Triple Savings! $636.00 in Savings, Free Upgrade to Genie & 2013 NFL Sunday Ticket FREE for New Customers. Start Saving Today! 1-800-831-9839 (MFPA)

REACH NEARLY 1 MILLION HOUSEHOLDS! Do you have a prod-uct, service, or business that would be helped by reaching 1 million households throughout Minnesota? The Minnesota Classified Network will allow you to reach these potential customers quickly and inexpensively. For more information concerning a creative classified ad call this publication or Minnesota Classified Network at 800-866-0668. (MFPA)

NOTICES

Printed on recycled PaPer

Printed with Soy inK

Printed on recycled paper

Printed with Soy ink

fillmorecountyjournal.comby logging on

Findyour

DreamJob

fillmorecountyjournal.com

fillm

oreco

untyj

ourna

l.com

fil

lmore

coun

tyjou

rnal.c

om

fillmorecountyjournal.com fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 23

Darr realty lIStINGS!

1-800-852-0010 • Rushford, MN www.darrrealty.com

Rodney Darr Cell # 507-951-3843rod@darrauctions.com

Jeff Darr Cell # 715-495-6948Jeff@darrauctions.com

BUILDABLE LOT IN RUSHFORD: $27,500. Put up a single family or multi-unit in Tyrol Hills subdivision.

23138 Lapman Dr., Houston$135,000

Secluded 1.8 acre homestead only a couple minutes from Rushford. A peaceful rambler with finished basement. 3

bathrooms, 2 car garage and hundreds of public bluff land acres adjacent to your back yard!

44953 E Goodrich, Rushford

$262,500

Beautiful newer home, expansive floor plan, large private master suite, sunroom, 4 BR, 3 BA, finished throughout. Nearly 4000 sq. ft.

30482 Sherwood, Rushford

$96,500

New windows, furnace & elec. Service; renovated kitchen & bath; large heated garage with upstairs storage!

Move in Ready!

$69,995

520 Main Ave, Harmony

Completely renovated from the studs out! You’ll be impressed. 2 BR, beautiful KIT, BA & hardwood floors. Well insulated, new roof,

windows, elec., etc. Move right in. Seller pays up to $2,000 in buyer’s closing costs w/acceptable offer!

SERVICESSERVICES

House & Siding Washes

Brush • Roll • SprayMark Gulbranson

Canton, MN 507.459.0590

Mark’s Painting, Repair and ReplacementsQuality preparations and finishes. Over 30

years of experience. All surfaces, interior and exterior. Insured Boom Van Service

TNT Lawn Service

• Mowing• StuMp grinding• Fall Clean-up• Snow plowing• iCe ManageMent • aerating

Call:507-268-4977

or Cellphone:507-429-6755

Make arrangeMentS now For your Snow Care

• power BrooMing• inSured• light BaCkhoe work

(Free eStiMateS)

11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954

CALL FOR ALL YOUR REPAIR NEEDS!

Craig HenryShop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573

Rusty Schroeder “Free estimates” 507-765-3648

ReSidential - CommeRCialDrywall Hanging • taping • texturing

schroeder drywall

Randy Haakenson• Commercial • Residential

• Agricultural326 Parkside Dr. SEPreston, MN 55965

Res 507-765-2297Cell 507-251-5535

Precision Laser Excavating Specialties: Ponds, Waterways,

Terraces, Driveways, Building Sites and More.

Scheevel and Sons, Inc.(507) 765-4756

Ron (507-273-9796), Aaron (507-272-3923),Eric, & Nate Scheevel

17057 Kind Rd. • Preston, MN

Shamiah Womeldorf, Rural Lanesboro

507-951-1698

Portable WeldingCustom round bailing

Call Shamiah!

Shamiah’S Weldingrepair and deSign

SERVICESTRANSMISSION SERVICE & REPAIR: Foreign and domestic, auto & light truck. 3 year, 100,000 mile warranty. Call for prices. Brown’s Tire, Battery, & Transmission. Rushford 507-864-2969 or 1-888-864-7049. v20eow- o

REBUILD ALTERNATORS and start-ers for auto, truck, and farm imple-ments. Same day service. DOT & truck inspection available. Hi-Tech Rebuilders, Rushford. 507-864-7440 or 507-459-1504. v11tfn- o

NORBy TREE Service: Stump grinding, tree trimming and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. v8/2tfn- o

APPLIANCE REPAIR we fix it no matter who you bought it from! Call ServiceLive and get referred to a pro today: 800/324-5295 MCAN

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATEFOR SALE: 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in the country with heated shop. 507-259-6961. e30tfn- o

WANTED: Cropland, farms, hunt-ing land. Call Roger D. Johnson, Land Broker Auctioneer. Licensed MN, SD, WI, IL. 608-385-8080. e2tfn- o

STRUGGLING WITH yOUR MORTGAGE and Worried about Foreclosure? Reduce your Mortgage & Save Money. Legal Loan Modification Services. Free Consultation. Call Preferred Law 1-800-952-5147 (MFPA)

FILLMORE COUNTY

JOURNALfind the newest listings by checking the Fillmore County Journal classifieds online every

Friday afternoon

I find the best

deals at theEarly Birds

www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Page 24 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATEREAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

Select PropertiesRoxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRIRoxanneJohnson@remax.netCell: 507-458-6110

25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939www.SEMNrealestate.com • Toll Free: 888-839-2142

Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

Kelsey BergeyReal Estate Agent

remax@harmonytel.netOffice 507-886-4221

401 Hillcrest, LANESBORO

A great opportunity for you to finish the interior to your liking. This home is at the sheet-rocked and wired stage with bathrooms roughed in. Super location on top of Church Hill. This tri-plex offers a wonderful opportunity for a get away or a full time home in Lanesboro.$98,500

If you love older homes here it is! Original woodwork,9 ft. ceilings, pillars, decorative moldings, hardwood floors, and original cabinetry. Eat in kitchen, plus a large dining room with easy access to the 3 season porch. Main floor bedroom & bath. 3 bedrooms, den & full bath up, plus walk up. $89,900210 Center St. W, HARMONY

118 Main St. S,

MABEL

Property is in good condition with updates. Retail & office space. 2 parking spaces on property. Public parking front side of building. Full kitchen, laundry, & full bath onsite. Opportunity for landlord or supplementing your own business with additional income. $68,000

145 2ND Ave. SE, HARMONY1920’s Bungalow with high ceilings, wood floors, and nice layout. Walk up attic area has been sheet rocked & offers additional space. Vinyl siding, shingles 3 yrs. Large 3 season front porch. Seller invites your offer. $41,900

Quality built ranch home offers a picture perfect setting. Custom cabinets, floors, & millwork. Geothermal heat. Landscaped & cedar fencing. Detached multi 2 cars, shop & storage space, pole shed,& small barn. $250,000

10 Acres!

45742 Cty 29, MABEL

400 Dupont St.

LANESBORO

New Construction 2013 - Cottage Style Living. Mocha birch cabinets, granite counter with breakfast bar, engineered hardwood flooring. 9 x 16 deck with a beautiful view. Laundry & storage areas in the lower level. $69,900

1012 Washington St., PREStONStarting up or slowing down. Well maintained 2 bedroom ranch home. Large kitchen and living room. Lower level has a family room area, den, storage, and work area. X-Large 1 car garage. Look today! $109,000

10277 Cty 116, GRANGERInvestment property - this affordable 2 bedroom home offers efficient living, near the Upper Iowa River and miles of snowmobile trails, with 2 car garage. Seller had tiled around perimeter, new furnace in 2007 and updated septic. $48,000

15413 Cty 9, PREStON

2 bedroom home, updated on main floor including flooring, lighting, bathroom, furnace and window replacement in 2012. Full basement with laundry and storage. Large detached garage. Greenleafton offers affordable living with country views. $57,000

1022 Victory Ave, CRESCOHome is being sold ''As Is''. Nice sized home with potential located near Upper Iowa River. Eat in kitchen, with open living and dining. Open staircase leading to 3 bedrooms with oak floors and full bath upstairs. Steel roof and deck are 3 years old. Shingles done in 2013.

Harmony's newest subdivision, with country views and city utilities at an affordable price. No building permit fees or connection fees in 2013! Harmony is a super place to live, offering the quality lifestyle of a small town, with a thriving business district, clinic & health care facilities. $14,900/each

XXX 3RD Ave SE, HARMONYLots for Sale

Move in ready 3 Bedroom home. Vaulted ceilings in living room with cozy NG fireplace. Kitchen has newer countertops and sink, plus skylight for natural lighting. Lower level family room, exercise area, office/den, bath, laundry, and storage. Att garage. Semi-private back yard. $104,900243 Harwood Ave., CHAtFIELD

3 bedroom home with open vaulted living areas. Updated kitchen, custom hickory cabinets, tile floors, center island. 1 1/2 bath, large office with egress window, plenty of storage. Heated 2 car att garage, fenced yard, and 3 season room. $95,000

400 Spring St. NW PREStON

140 4tH St. SW, HARMONY

Quiet Location, this 2 story home is affordably price and offers some nice features such as an open staircase, hardwood flooring, main floor laundry and central air. Mature trees, on corner lot with generous sized 2 car garage.

sOld!

3 bedroom home with nicely updated kitchen. Eat in kitchen plus Formal dining room. Deck access from kitchen plus large screened porch. Spacious upstairs with family room and 3 bedrooms. Full bath on upper level. Nice backyard with alley access to garage.

308 Fillmore St. W,

PREStON

Pending

2 bedroom Bungalow with high ceilings & open floor plan. Updated kitchen and bath, plus main floor laundry. Front enclosed 3 season porch. 2 car detached garage. Shingles on home in 2004, steel on garage 2012, perm siding, updated doors and windows. Move in ready! $64,900

225 5tH Ave. SE,

HARMONY

313 Fillmore St. W

PREStON

Craftsman style 3 bedroom home with original features. Open staircase, oak & maple hardwood floors, built in's, leaded glass window, and brick fireplace. Upstairs bedrooms all have wood floors, step in closets and built in drawers.

Pending

This property has a good sized 3 bedroom home with open floor plan. Attached 2 car garage and storage shed. Home sold ‘’AS IS’’, cash or qualified conventional loan letters must accompany all offers. Proceeds to be given to Harmony Area Community Foundation. $25,000

3 bedroom home with updated in 2007: kitchen, bath, siding, windows, shingles & front porch. Main floor bed & bath. 2 bedrooms up plus large storage room with potential to finish . Deck off kitchen. Det garage. Large lot. Wood floors everywhere but kitchen and bath. Worth a look! $58,900

214 N Elm St., MABEL

reduced!

150 5tH St. NE, HARMONYVery well cared for 3 bedroom home on a wonderful lot with mature trees. Floor plan is well laid out with an open vaulted ceiling, in the living, dining & kitchen. Master bedroom with master bath. Detached super sized one car with heated workshop area. $59,500

510 Main Ave N, HARMONY

Pending

Nicely laid out 1 1/2 story home with 3 season porch. Main living areas are open and bright. Open staircase leads to 3 nice size bedrooms with large closets. Wood floors under carpets. Back covered deck. Det garage and garden space. $61,900

100 First Street S, CANtON

reduced!

reduced!

sOld!

Todd HadoffCell 507-259-5454

Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com

I Show All MLS ListingsThe Leader In The Real Estate Industry!

Serving SE Minnesota since 1989

2.8 Acres Surrounded by Woods • Private setting • 9’ & 10’ Ceilings • 2 Fireplaces

• Wood Floors • Open Floor Plan • 1108 Sq Ft Heated 3-Car Garage • Open Staircase •

Patio • Main Flr Laundry/Mudroom • Abundace of Wildlife

$359,900

2103 Margaret St., Chatfield

3 Bedroom on main floor • Wheel Chair Assess. In-Floor Heat in House & Garage • 3

Baths • Main Floor Laundry • Fireplace

$209,000

310 Maple St., laneSboro

$110,000

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • Archways • High Ceilings • Block Exterior • 2 Car Garage

704 Kenilworth ave., laneSboro

26011 gladiola lane, laneSboroDeer Ridge • Spectacular Home • Unique Floor Plan • 5 Bed • 4 Baths • In-Floor Heat In House & Garage • Western Cedar Ceilings • Hickory

Floors • Family Room W/30’ Ceilings That Includes Floor To Ceiling Windows To Enjoy

Wonderful Scenery & Wildlife • Master Shower With Heated Floor • Must See

$440,000

4.58 Aces • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Full Baths • Master Bath • New Cedar Siding • New Steel Roof • 2 New Decks • Remodeled Kitchen • Fireplace • Formal Living Room

• Formal Dining Room • 32x30 Shed with Heated Shop • Wildlife • Scenery

$169,900

21559 Cty rd 102, Chatfield

Charming 2-Story • Completely Updated & Remodeled • 4 Bedrooms • Master Bath • New

Kitchen w/maple cabinets • New Appliances • Wood Floors • Ceramic Tile • Built-in Hutch • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • New Roof • Fenced Private Backyard • Large Deck • All Landscaped •

Vinyl Siding • 2+ Garage • Lots of Character

$129,900

212 franKlin St., preSton

120 7th St. Se, Chatfield

$86,900

1-Level Living • 2 Bedrooms • New Flooring • Steel Siding • Large Corner Lot • Attached Garage •

Mature Trees • Appliances Will Stay

liSt your property with todd!

Moving?

507-259-5454

107 SpruCe St Se., fountainNewer Home • 4 Bedroom • 3 Baths • Wood

Floors • Master Bath • 6-Panel Doors • Heated 3 Car Garage • Large Deck • Large Bedroom

• Vaulted Ceilings • Kitchen Nook & Bar • Maintenance Free Siding • Dead End Street •

Backs up to the Park

$203,900

22078 Cty road 20, preSton (greenleafton)4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Wood Floors • 9’ Ceilings • Large

Corner Lot (0.41/Acre) • Across from church • Formal Living Room & Dining • Main Floor Laundry • New Furnace • New C/A

• Enclosed Porch • Handicapped Accessible • Walk-up Attic

$39,000

Chatfield - Fingerson & Donahoe - 1st Subdivison - Lots Starting At - $29,900

LoTS FoR SALE

CoMMERCiALCoMMerCial building - laneSboro Great opportunity to own large commercial building in a high traffic area. Potential business could be retail, restaurant/bar, convenience store/grocery, crafts or many other uses. Can be divided off. $64,500

3 large bedrooms • 2 full baths • Wood floors • Remodeled & updated • Maple cabinets • Master Bath & w/in closet • Formal Living Room • Formal Dining Room • Gas Fireplace • Private Patio • 840

sq ft garage • Vinyl siding • 2 city lots (.48/acre)

702 viKing ave., laneSboro$179,900

189 blueJaCK lane Se, roCheSter

$149,900

2 bedrooms • 3 baths • Open floor plan • Living room w/fireplace • Dining room

• Master bath • Walk-in closet • 2-car garage • Dead end street

Results1#

Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI 715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.),

Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com

www.brendasheldon.com

(507) 346-2060Cell: 507-951-2071

Toll-Free: 888-835-8141

Interest rates are stIll Great!!!If you are thInkInG of buyInG or sellInG, noW Is the tIme!GIve me a call and put my experIence to Work for you!!!

Affordable hobby farm with 5.06 acres. Conveniently located between Austin and Rochester in Elkton, MN. All set up for horses - fenced & pasture area with 84x48 shed with indoor riding arena with 14’ door. The house has 3 bdrms, full bath and updated furnace, hot water heater, new shingles 2004 & buried power line to house. If you're looking for a move in ready property, look no further! Reduced!

19679 690th St. Elkton$145,000

Approximately 1.88 Acres west of Spring Valley. Great location on hard surface road with many mature trees. Ranch style home with full lower level partially finished. Formal dining, eat in kitchen, main floor laundry and newer sunroom with in floor heat. The oversized 2 car garage. There is RV parking as well. The back yard is beautiful with all the trees and peaceful surroundings. Priced to sell! REDUCED!

78121 St. hwy 16, Spring VallEy

$99,900

Approx. 12 acre building site) located south of Spring Valley on Sample Road. Excellent habitat for wildlife, great hunting land, some tillable and hay ground. Seller will consider Contract for Deed with low down and low monthly payments.

xxx SamplE road, Spring VallEy

$49,900

104 n. hudSon aVE., Spring VallEy

$129,900

This amazing 3 bdrm 2 bath home is located in a beautiful established neighborhood. The main level has been renovated and remodeled w/lower level partially finished. Appl's included. 2 car detached garage w/workshop. Upstairs is a 1 bedroom 1 bath rental unit with eat in kitchen & living room. Have your renter pay part of your mortgage payment, taxes & insurance!

418 minnESota St., oStrandEr

$59,500

4 bdrm 2 bath home. Same owner for over 60 years! Well maintained property with perm. siding, attached 2 car garage, alley access, front porch, side deck off formal dining area, built in corner hutches, main floor laundry, main floor bedroom and open staircase. This property is in great condition and ready to move in to. Great price and small town living!

•••••www.fillmorecountyjournal.com•••••

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com Monday, January 6, 2014 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Page 25

PUBLIC NOTICESPUBLIC NOTICESPUBLIC NOTICESPUBLIC NOTICESPUBLIC NOTICES

CarrOLTON TOwNShIP NOTICEMEETINg DaTE ChaNgE

Carrolton Township will meet on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Carrolton Town Hall.

Luanne StoreleeClerk

Publish30, 6

STATE OF MINNESOTACOUNTY OF FILLMORECONDEMNATIONIN DISTRICT COURTTHIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICTCourt File No. 23 -CV-13-760

State of Minnesota, by its Commissioner of Transportation,Petitioner,

vs.Unknown heirs of Ingeborg Soma, deceased, et al.

Respondents.IN ThE MaTTEr OF ThE CONDEMNaTION OF

CErTaIN LaNDS FOr TrUNK hIghwaY PUrPOSESNOTICE

To the Respondents hereinabove named: You, and each of you, are hereby notified that on February 18, 2014, at 2:00 o’clock PM., or as soon thereafter as counsel can be heard, before Judge Matthew J. Opat, in the Courthouse at Preston, Fillmore County, Minnesota, the above named petitioner will present to the above named Court a petition now on file herein for the condemnation of certain lands for trunk highway purposes. A copy of said petition is attached hereto and incorporated herein. YOU, AND EACH OF YOU, ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED, That at the above time and place the above-named petitioner will also move the court for an order transferring title and possession to petitioner of the parcels described in the petition in accordance with Minn. Stat. §117.042, as of March 25, 2014. YOU, AND EACH OF YOU, ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED, that all persons occupying the property described in the petition must VaCaTE ThE PrEMISES aND MOVE aLL OF YOUr PErSONaL PrOPErTY FrOM SaID PrEMISES ON Or BEFOrE MarCh 25, 2014. All advertising signs or devices located on the property being acquired must be removed by March 25, 2014. YOU, AND EACH OF YOU, ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED, that (1) a party wishing to chal-lenge the public use or public purpose, necessity, or authority for a taking must appear at the court hearing and state the objection or must appeal within 60 days of a court order; and (2) a court order approving the public use or public purpose, necessity, and authority for the taking is final unless an appeal is brought within 60 days after service of the order on the party.Dated: November 20, 2013

OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERALState of Minnesota

/s/ Natasha KarnAssistant Attorney General

Atty. Reg. No. 0331144445 Minnesota Street, Suite 1800

St. Paul, MN 55101-2134(651) 757-1492 (Voice)

(651) 282-2525 (TTY)ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORECONDEMNATIONIN DISTRICT COURTTHIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT

State of Minnesota, by its Commissioner of Transportation,Petitioner,

vs. Unknown heirs of Ingeborg Soma, deceased, Benjamin H. Taylor, Darla M. Taylor, Unknown heirs of Kari Taylor, deceased, Unknown heirs of Harlin Taylor, deceased, Lewis Taylor, Monica Taylor, Edward Taylor, Verna Taylor, Signe Young, Harold Young, Ellen Running, Hans Running, Alice Frydenlund, Kent Frydenlund, Kay Taylor, Unknown heirs of Anna Boyum, Elizabeth Spohr, Charles Spohr, Kari Ellen Gramith, John Gramith, Peter Boyum, Carol Boyum, Paul Boyum, Pam Boyum, State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, County of Fillmore, City of Lanesboro, Trent Olson, Tracy A. Olson, Reid Olson, a minor, Peyton Olson, a minor, also all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the Petition herein,

Respondents.IN THE MATTER OF THE CONDEMNATION OF

CERTAIN LANDS FOR TRUNK HIGHWAY PURPOSESPETITION

To the District Court above named the State of Minnesota brings this Petition and respectfully states and alleges:

I. That Trunk Highway numbered 16, being Route numbered 9, has been located, according to law and passes over the lands herein described. That it is duly covered by Temporary Trunk Highway Order numbered 1831 and Supplemental Temporary Trunk Highway Orders numbered 93917 and 93918.

II. That the Commissioner of Transportation deems it necessary that the State of Minnesota for trunk highway purposes obtain the lands herein described in fee simple absolute, together with the following rights: to acquire a temporary easement in those cases which are herein particularly mentioned. It is the intention of the above-named petitioner to move the court for an order authorizing the Court Administrator to accept and deposit in an interest bearing account payments from the petitioner to the court pursuant to Minnesota statutes. Further, it is the intention of the above-named petitioner to move the court for an order transferring title and possession of the parcels herein described, prior to the filing of an award by the court appointed commissioners, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §117.042. The petitioner reserves its right to recover costs of clean up and testing and all other damages arising from the presence of pollutants, contaminants, or hazardous materi-als on the property described herein, from all potential responsible parties, including respondents herein where appropriate, in a separate legal action to the extent permitted by law.

III. That the following described lands in these proceedings taken are situated in Fillmore County, Minnesota; that the names of all persons appearing of record or known to your petitioner to be the owners of said lands or interested therein, including all whom you~ petitioner has been able by investigation and inquiry to discover, together with the nature of the ownership of each, as nearly as can be ascertained, are as follows:

FEE ACQUISITIONParcel 215B C.S. 2304 (16=9-25)

S.P. 2304-45RW That part of Tract A described below: Tract A. That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 24, Township 103 North, Range 10 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, lying north and west of Duschee Creek; which lies within a distance of 60 feet southeasterly (measured at right angles) of Line 1 described below: Line 1. Commencing at a point on the south line of Section 23, Township 103 North, Range 10 West, distant 1321.3 feet west of the southeast corner thereof; thence northeasterly at an angle of 41 degrees 51 minutes from said south section line (measured from east to north) for 20 feet, more or less, to the west line of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 23; thence continue on the last described course for 422.0 feet; thence deflect to the right on an 08 degree curve with a delta angle of 34 degrees 00 minutes and a radius of 716.78 feet for 425.0 feet; thence on tangent to said curve for 386.6 feet to the point of beginning of Line 1 to be described; thence deflect to the left on a 06 degree curve with a delta angle of 37 degrees 26 minutes and a radius of 955.37 feet for 623.9 feet; thence on tangent to said curve for 994.5 feet and there terminating; containing 0.03 acre, more or less, of which 0.01 acre is encumbered by an existing highway easement. Names of parties interested in the above described land and nature of interest:Unknown heirs of Ingeborg Soma, deceased Record FeeBenjamin H. Taylor Claimant of FeeDarla M. TaylorUnknown heirs of Kari Taylor, deceased Claimant of an InterestUnknown heirs of Harlin Taylor, deceasedLewis TaylorMonica TaylorEdward TaylorVerna Taylor

Signe YoungHarold YoungEllen RunningHans RunningAlice FrydenlundKent FrydenlundKay TaylorUnknown heirs of Anna BoyumElizabeth SpohrCharles SpohrKari Ellen GramithJohn GramithPeter BoyumCarol BoyumPaul BoyumPam BoyumState of Minnesota EasementDepartment of Natural ResourcesCounty of Fillmore Taxes

FEE ACQUISITIONParcel 218A C.S. 2304 (16=9-25)

S.P. 2304-45RW That part of Tract A described below: Tract A. That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 24, Township 103 North, Range 10 West, Fillmore County, Minnesota, which is bounded on the east by Lots 36 and 37, Block 62, First Addition to the Village of Lanesboro, and which is bounded on the west by Trunk Highway No. 16; which lies within a distance of 33 feet easterly (measured at right angles) of Line 1 described below: Line 1. Commencing at a point on the south line of Section 23, Township 103 North, Range 10 West, distant 1321.3 feet west of the southeast corner thereof; thence northeasterly at an angle of 41 degrees 51 minutes from said south section line (measured from east to north) for 20 feet, more or less, to the west line of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 23; thence continue on the last described course for 422.0 feet; thence deflect to the right on an 08 degree curve with a delta angle of 34 degrees 00 minutes and a radius of 716.78 feet for 425.0 feet; thence on tangent to said curve for 386.6 feet; thence deflect to the left on a 06 degree curve with a delta angle of 37 degrees 26 minutes and a radius of 955.37 feet for 623.9 feet; thence on tangent to said curve for 1487.5 feet; thence deflect to the left on an 08 degree curve with a delta angle of 54 degrees 34 minutes and a radius of 716.78 feet for 682.1 feet; thence on tangent to said curve for 74.9 feet to the point of beginning of Line 1 to be described; thence continue on the last described course for 182.0 feet; thence deflect to the right on a 12 degree curve with a delta angle of 36 degrees 00 minutes and a radius of 478.34 feet for 300.0 feet; thence on tangent to said curve for 435.8 feet; thence deflect to the left on a 20 degree curve with a delta angle of 47 degrees 57 minutes and a radius of 287.94 feet for 239.8 feet and there terminating; together with that part of Tract A hereinbefore described, adjoining and easterly of the above described strip, which lies within a distance of 50 feet easterly (measured at right angles) of the following described line: From the point of beginning of Line 1 described above, run northerly along said Line 1 for 845.0 feet and there terminating; also together with that part of Tract A hereinbefore described, adjoining and easterly of the last above described strip, which lies within a distance of 70 feet easterly (mea-sured at right angles) of the following described line: From the point of termination of the last above described line, run southerly along said line for 85 feet and there terminating; containing 0.43 acre, more or less, of which 0.30 acre is encumbered by an existing highway easement; also a right to use the following described strips for highway purposes, which right shall cease on December 1, 2015, or on such earlier date upon which the Commissioner of Transportation determines by formal order that it is no longer needed for highway purposes: A strip being that part of Tract A hereinbefore described, adjoining and easterly of the second and third above described strips, which lies within a distance of 85 feet easterly (measured at right angles) of the following described line: From the point of beginning of the last above described line, run southerly along Line 1 described above for 145.0 feet and there terminating; A strip being that part of Tract A hereinbefore described, adjoining and easterly of the first above described strip and adjoining and northerly of the second, third and fourth above described strips, which lies westerly of the following described line: From the most easterly corner of the last above described strip, run northwesterly to a point distant 33 feet easterly (measured at right angles) of a point on Line 1 described above, distant 875.0 feet northerly of its point of beginning (measured along said Line 1); con-taining 0.10 acre, more or less. Names of parties interested in the above described land and nature of interest:City of Lanesboro FeeTrent Olson Claimant of FeeTracy A. OlsonReid Olson, a minorPeyton Olson, a minor WHEREFORE, Your petitioner prays that commissioners be appointed to appraise the damages which may be occasioned by such taking, and that such proceedings may be had herein as are provided by law.Dated: November 8, 2013

Respectfully submitted,OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

State of Minnesota/s/ Natasha Karn

Assistant Attorney GeneralAtty. Reg. No. 0331144

445 Minnesota Street, Suite 1800St. Paul, MN 55101-2134

(651) 757-1492 (Voice)(651) 282-2525 (TTY)

ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONERThis instrument was drafted by theState of Minnesota, Department ofTransportation, Legal and PropertyManagement Unit, M.S. 632St. Paul, Minnesota 55155-100458

MINN. STaT. § 549.211ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The party or parties on whose behalf the attached document is served acknowledge through their undersigned counsel that sanctions may be imposed pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 549.211.Dated: November 8, 2013

OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERALState of Minnesota

/s/ Natasha KarnAssistant Attorney General

Atty. Reg. No. 0331144445 Minnesota Street, Suite 1800

St. Paul, MN 55101-2134(651) 757-1492 (Voice)

(651) 282-2525 (TTY)A DORNEY FOR PETITIONER

Publish 6, 13, 20

STaTE OF MINNESOTaCOUNTY OF FILLMOrEDISTrICT COUrTThIrD JUDICIaL DISTrICTPrOBaTE DIVISIONCourt File No. 23-Pr-13-899Estate of Marjorie Mary horihan,Decedent.NOTICE OF INFOrMaL PrOBaTE OF wILL aND INFOrMaL aPPOINTMENT OF PErSONaL rEPrESENTaTIVE aND NOTICE TO CrEDITOrS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated July 10, 1998 and Codicil dated December 2, 2009. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed John Horihan of 33460 Gaelic Road, Lanesboro MN 55949 and Richard Horihan of PO Box 334, 18 Beacon St., Lanesboro MN 55949 to serve as co-per-sonal representatives of the decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal repre-sentatives. Any objection to the appoint-ment of the personal representatives must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personalrepresentatives have the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell. encumber, lease, or distribute any inter-est in real estate owned by the dece-dent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors hav-ing claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.Dated: December 27, 2013

/s/ James D. AttwoodRegistrar

James D. AttwoodCourt Administrator

Luhmann Law, LLCDwight D. LuhmannMN #0300238PO Box 87Preston, MN 55965t: 507-216-6622f: 507-216-6033e-mail: dwight@luhmannlaw.com

Publish 6, 13

STaTE OF MINNESOTaCOUNTY OF FILLMOrEDISTrICT COUrTThIrD JUDICIaL DISTrICTPrOBaTE DIVISIONCourt File No. 23-Pr-13-901Estate of Beatrice a. Brose, a/k/a Betty a. Brose,Decedent.NOTICE OF INFOrMaL PrOBaTE OF wILL aND INFOrMaL aPPOINTMENT OF PErSONaL rEPrESENTaTIVE aND NOTICE TO CrEDITOrS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated April 3, 1998, and a Separate Writing pursuant to Minn. Stat. 524.2-513 dated October 8, 2001. The Registrar accepted the application and appointedElizabeth Johnson, whose address is 26083 Gladiola Lane, Lanesboro, Minnesota 55949, to serve as the Personal Representative of the dece-dent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interest-ed person may be entitled to appoint-ment as Personal Representative or may object to the appointment of the Personal Representative. Any objec-tion to the appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the Personal Representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of Letters Testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801, all creditors hav-ing claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

/s/ James D. AttwoodRegistrar

Attorney for Personal RepresentativeLaurel MohanLibera Knapp, P.A.125 Center StreetWinona, MN 55987(507) 452-3246Attorney License No.: 0391347

Publish 6, 13

FOrESTVILLE TOwN BOarDNOTICE OF aUDIT

Forestville Town Board will hold the Board of Audit meeting on February 11, 2014, at 7:30pm at the Forestville Town Hall.

Connie MorgerClerk

Publish6,13

Page 26 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, January 6, 2014 The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week.

AUTOS

1-800-798-2845

H&S MotorSHigHway #9 weSt - creSco, iowa

Keep that great gM feeling with genuine gM parts

Service: Dick Holten

Service PHone563-547-4910

Sales: Bryan SheehyAaron Butikofer

SAleS PHone563-547-2401

www.HSMotors.com

2009 CHEVY Equinox LTZ, AWD (1-Owner), Factory Warranty, Sunroof

NOW ONLY $14,995

2012 Chevy Captiva 2LS, FWD, Local Trade, 32,000 Miles, Factory Warranty

NOW ONLY $16,195

2011 Buick LaCrosse CX, (1-Owner), Factory Warranty, 29,000 Miles

NOW ONLY $18,195

New 2014 MoDeLS

uSeD veHicLeS

2004 GMC Envoy XL, 4WD, Heated Leather, DVD, Local Trade

NOW ONLY $6,995

2002 OLDS Bravada AWD, Sunroof, Heated Leather, Local TradeNOW ONLY $4,995

(10) CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab 4 dr., 4x4(3) CHEVY Impala LT, 4 dr.,(2) CHEVY HD 3/4 Ton Crew Cab(3) BUICK Enclave CXL, AWD

2009 CADILLAC STS-4, AWD, 36,000 Miles, Heated & Cooled Seats, NAV, Loaded

NOW ONLY $22,495

2008 Ford Taurus X, AWD, SEL, 3rd Row Seat, Local Trade

NOW ONLY $9,995

2008 BUICK Enclave CX, FWD, New Tires, Sunroof, Local Trade, Remote StartNOW ONLY $14,995

‘10 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab LTZ, 4WD, 34,000 Miles, Factory Warranty

‘10 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab LTZ, 4WD, (1-Owner),

Factory Warranty‘10 BUICK Enclave CXL, Local Trade‘10 FORD Fusion SEL, Heated Leather, Sunroof,

(1-Owner)‘09 BUICK Enclave CXL, FWD, Local Trade‘09 CHEVY HHR LS, 75,000 Miles, Local Trade‘09 BUICK La Crosse CXL, Heated Leather,

Sunroof, Local Trade, 3800 V-6 ‘09 BUICK LuCerne CXL, 4 dr., Heated & Cooled

Seats, Local Trade, Factory Warranty‘09 CADILLAC STS-4, AWD, 36,000 Miles‘09 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab LTZ, 4WD, 46,000

Miles‘09 CHEVY Equinox‘09 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab LT, 4WD,

(1-Owner), Factory Warranty‘09 CHRYSLER 300 Touring, 4 dr., Heated

Leather, 79,000 Miles, Local Trade, Very Clean!‘09 GMC 3/4 Ton, Crew SLE, 4WD, Plow-Truck

“Diesel” Only 21,000 Miles, Heated Leather

‘08 BUICK Enclave CX, FWD, Sunroof‘08 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew LT, Z-71, 4WD, Local

Trade, Remote Start, Now Only $18,995‘08 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab, LTZ, 4WD, Heated

Leather‘08 CHEVY Avalanche LTZ, 4WD, 51,000 Miles

‘13 CHEVY Impala LTZ, 28,000 Miles, $17,495‘13 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab, 4WD, 21,000 Miles,

Factory Warranty‘13 DODGE Caravan “Crew,” 27,000 Miles,

$20,995, Factory Warranty‘12 CHEVY Impala LTZ, 4 dr., Local Trade, Only

$12,995‘12 BUICK Enclave CXL, FWD, 37,000 Miles,

Factory Warranty‘12 BUICK Enclave CXL, AWD, (1-Owner). 26,000,

Factory Warranty‘12 CHEVY Captira 2LS, FWD, 32,000 Miles,

Factory Warranty, Local Trade‘11 BUICK Enclave CXL, AWD, 33,000 Miles, DVD,

Sunroof‘11 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew LT, 4x4, (1-Owner),

11,000 Miles, Factory Warranty‘11 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew LT, 4x4, Diamond White,

35,000 Miles‘11 CHEVY Equinox LTZ, AWD, (1-Owner), New

Tires‘11 FORD Focus SE, 4 dr., 11,000 Mile, Factory

Warranty‘11 FORD Edge LTD, AWD, (1-Owner), 20,000

Miles, Factory Warranty‘11 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew LTZ, 4WD, 24,000 Miles

(D-White)‘11 CHEVY Equinox LTZ, AWD, (1-Owner) Factory

Warranty‘11 BUICK LaCrosse CX, (1-Owner) 29,000 Miles,

Factory Warranty

‘08 Chrysler Town & Country Van‘08 BUICK LuCerne CXS, 4 dr., V-8, $11,495‘08 FORD Taurus X, AWD, SEL, Local Trade,

3rd Seat, $9,995‘08 GMC Yukon XL, SLT, 4x4, Local Trade‘07 PONTIAC Vibe, Local Trade‘07 CHEVY 1/2 Ton Crew Cab, 4x4, 20” Rims,

$18,995‘07 TOYOTA Tundra Crew, 4x4, Local Trade,

59,000 Miles‘07 CHEVY Suburban LT, 2WD, (1-Owner)

$18,995‘07 FORD Taurus, 4 dr., 73,000 Miles, Now Only

$6,995‘06 CHEVY HD 3/4 Ton Ext-Cab LT, 4WD,

“Diesel”, (1-Owner), Heated Leather Now Only $17,995

‘06 BUICK LuCerne CXS, V-8, (1-Owner)‘05 CHEVY Malibu Maxx, Local Trade‘05 DODGE Neon SXT, 4 dr., Local Trade‘04 GMC Envoy XL, 4WD, DVD, Heated Leather‘03 DODGE Grand Caravan, Local Trade‘03 CHEVY Suburban LS, 4WD, 8 Pass, Now

Only $7,995‘03 DODGE Grand Caravan, EX, Quads, Now

Only $1,995‘02 OLDS Bravada AWD, Heated Leather,

Sunroof, Local Trade‘00 FORD Windstar Van, Local Trade

New 2013 MoDeLSChevy 1/2 Ton Ext. Cab 4x4 Buick LaCrosse, 4 dr. CHEVY SPARK

CHEVY Equinox, 4 dr.CHEVY 1/2 Ton Reg. Cab, 2WD(2) CHEVY 1/2 Double Door, 4WD(2) CHEVY Traverse AWD

(2) CHEVY Malibu, 4 dr.BUICK LaCrosse, 4 dr.(5) BUICK Encore(2) CHEVY Cruze LT, 4 dr.

White exterior, Grey interior, Automatic, Power Windows, Power Locks, 4-door, 48,000 miles, Excellent Condition,

Great Fuel Mileage, asking $13,900 or best offer. Call Jason at 507-251-5297.

For Sale - 2011 Chevy HHr lT

Reduced!$11,900

AUTOS

FOR SALE: 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. Fully loaded. V8 3000 super charged. 103,000 miles, leather, sunroof, 4 door, multi-change CD player. $9,000 or best offer. Call 507-398-5603. Leave mes-sage. a16tfn-x

CASH FOR CARS: All cars/trucks want-ed. Running or not! Top dollar paid. We come to you! Any make/model. Call for instant offer: 800/871-9145 MCAN

AUTOSAUTOSAUTOS

Scenic View TownhomeS• Spacious 2 & 3 bedrooms • Attached garages included • Beautiful area• Starting at $505

Income restrictions apply.507-864-7880 • Rushford, MN

www.paramark.us

420 Bench St. Chatfield. Easy living...no yard work, no shoveling! For those who are 62 and older, handicapped/disabled.

1-bedroom apts. Heat paid. On-site laundry. Rent based on income. Off-street parking.

Call (507) 867-4791

LAKEWOOD SENIOR HOuSINg,

FOR RENT FOR RENTCHATFIELD – Spacious 3 bedroom ranch home w/large yard and garage, close to school. $850/month plus utilities. NS, NP, Ref required. Tim 259-9110. r6tfn-o

CHATFIELD - 2 bedroom twin home w/basement and attached garage. $750/month plus utilities. NS, NP, Ref. required. Available February 1. Tim 507-259-9110. r16tfn-o

LARGE LOT in New Horizon Trailer Park in Preston. Available Immediately. 765-2131 or 1-800-770-0347. r10/5tfn- o

NEED TO STORE snowmobiles, a clas-sic car, or a boat? Do you need storage while in the process of moving? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston. Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x

NICE 2BR apt. in Preston, $350/mo + util. Scott 765-3600. r8tfn- o

OFFICE SPACE for rent in historic down-town Preston, MN, with enough room for 4 to 6 employees. Cost $335/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn- x

FOR RENT: 2 bedroom apartment in Preston. Off street parking, central air, stove, refrigerator, laundry hookups, large storage room, no smoking, no pets. 1 year lease. 507-467-2941. r9tfn- o

FOR RENT: Spacious 1-bedroom apart-ment in Preston. Available February 1st. $325/month. Call 507-272-9889 or 507-765-4521. r30,6- o

BEAUTIFUL STUDIO APARTMENT downtown Rushford. Approx. 2600 sq. ft. 4 br. $875/mo plus utilities. NP/NS/12 mo. lease. 507-864-4400. r30,6,13- o

PUBLIC NOTICES FOR RENTOLDER TWO BEDROOM duplex, open staircase, large yard. $450/month includes heat. Preston, MN. Call Chuck 507-268-4494. r6,13-o

VACANCIES The City of Lanesboro is seeking quali-fied candidates to fill two vacancies; one on the Historic Preservation Commission and one on the Economic Development Authority Commission. Interested candi-dates should apply in person at City Office by submitting a city application, letter of interest, and/or resume. Applications can be picked up at City Hall located at 202 Parkway Avenue South, Lanesboro, MN 55949. Applications must be submitted by February 1st, 2014. Questions can be directed to David Todd, City Administrator or Michele Peterson, Deputy Clerk by call-ing 507-467-3722.

Publish 6, 13, 20, 27

VEhICLE TOwINg IN FORESTVILLE TOwNShIP FOR wINTER SEASON

Any vehicle stuck in the snow in a manner that does not allow snow remov-al equipment to pass on a Forestville Township road will be towed at the own-ers’ expense after attempts are made to contact the owner.

Connie MorgerClerk

Publish 30,6

Weather art

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Date: SunriSe & SunSet01/06/14 7:41am 4:47pm01/07/14 7:41am 4:48pm01/08/14 7:41am 4:49pm01/09/14 7:40am 4:50pm01/10/14 7:40am 4:52pm01/11/14 7:40am 4:53pm01/12/14 7:39am 4:54pm

0° -17° 13° -3° 20° 6° 22° 3° 19° 2°cloudy

Sun & Moon

MoonriSe & MoonSet 10:45am 11:35pm 11:16am 12:41am 11:48am 12:41am 12:21pm 1:44am 12:58pm 2:46am 1:38pm 3:44am 2:22pm 4:38am

Moon PhaSeS ~ January

FillMore CounTy

* this is a projected forecast, for the most up-to-date weather go to www.fillmorecountyjournal.com and click on the weather icon.

16° 0°flurriesflurries cloudy partly sunnypartly cloudyMostly cloudy

16° -2°

WeaTher arT

WanTed!

Weather Forecast

FirSt

Jan. 7

LaSt

Jan. 23

new

Jan. 30

FuLL

Jan. 15

January 6, 2014 January 7, 2014 January 8, 2014 January 9, 2014 January 10, 2014 January 11, 2014 January 12, 2014

all children 13 and under are welcome to submit Weather art. send your picture

to fillmore county Journal p.o. Box 496, preston, Mn 55965 or email it to:

ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com or drop it off at the fillmore county Journal 136 st.

anthony st., preston, Mn Be sure to include child’s first and last name, age, town

and title of art Work.

“Moonshine on new years eve”By John d. Borntreger, age 5

harmony, Mn

• JD 2623 VT 26’ NEW

Fall Tillage

Used TracTors

Preston equiPment

• (2) 1025R• 2720• 3520• 4320

• 7215R• 5085E• 5100E• 6150R

Jct. 52 & 16, Preston, mn Ph: 507-765-3803

www.preston-equipment.com

• ‘13 5083E Cab MFWD H260 Loader

• ‘11 JD 7230 PREM 741 Loader IVT

• ‘11 JD 7530 PREM Dual 500 Hrs.• ‘10 7330 Prem IVT/673 Loader• ‘10 JD 7330 MFWD 673 Loader• ‘09 5085 M/Open ST MFWD 553

Loader• ‘08 JD 4720 72” Deck• ‘08 7730 IVT• ‘05 7220 MFWD IVT• ‘05 7920 MFWD IVT Duals• ‘04 6420 MFWD 640 Loader• 6430 ST/673 Loader• 7210 MFWD/740 Loader

• JD 530 MoCo’s• (2) 568 Round Balers• (2) JD 567 Round Balers• JD 935 Impeller

Hay eqUipmenT

• JD CX20 Rotary Cutter• JD MX6 Rotary Cutter• JD 230 Disc

miscellaneoUs

new JoHn deere TracTors

Call On Used

Financing Specials!

1.9% FOR 3 YEaRS OR 2.9% FOR 5 YEaRS On aLL

uSED EquIPMEnT

SOLD

SPONSORED BY

Call today for more information.GREGORY M. DAVIDSGREGORY M. DAVIDS INSURANCEP.O. Box 32, Preston, MN 55965(507)951-3893gdavids@centurytel.net

Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America

Leaving your job? Don’t leave your 401(k) behind.

Allianz Life does not provide tax or legal advice. Please contact a qualified tax advisor. Annuities issued by Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America.

Most employer-sponsored retirement plans restrict access to your money and limit your investment choices. You have a better option. An IRA may provide greater flexibility and control of your retirement assets and help you avoid additional taxes, while preserving the benefits of tax-deferred growth.

SPONSORED BY

Call today for more information.GREGORY M. DAVIDSGREGORY M. DAVIDS INSURANCEP.O. Box 32, Preston, MN 55965(507)951-3893gdavids@centurytel.net

Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America

Leaving your job? Don’t leave your 401(k) behind.

Allianz Life does not provide tax or legal advice. Please contact a qualified tax advisor. Annuities issued by Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America.

Most employer-sponsored retirement plans restrict access to your money and limit your investment choices. You have a better option. An IRA may provide greater flexibility and control of your retirement assets and help you avoid additional taxes, while preserving the benefits of tax-deferred growth.

SponSored by For more information on upcoming school events please go to www.kingsland.k12.mn.us/

January 2014

Knights newsKingsland • Spring Valley - Wykoff

Spring Valley, MN1030 N. Broadway

507-346-9836

LeRoy, MN102 West Main507-324-5260 www.sunshinefoodstores.com

OPEN DAILY • 7:00AM - 9:00PM

507-346-2804 501 N. Park Drive, Spring Valley, MN

OFFICE: 507.346.7244TOLL FREE: 800.201.7244

REDESSIG@ESSIGAGENCY.COM

RED ESSIG • INSURANCE AGENT

101 N. BROADWAY, P.O. BOX 1269

SPRING VALLEY, MN 55975

Before Winter Break, ag students took time to teach their younger “PALS” about trees and their role in agriculture. The members informed students about their many benefits, and also took time to make a craft featuring the evergreen tree. They created festive centerpieces that spruced up the classrooms and offices

throughout the building.

On December 17th the café was filled with students, dads, and grand-dads, eager to read a book over breakfast. The annual event hosted by Title I instructor Mrs. Campbell, filled the entire café to the brim. Students shared their favorite stories, while adults got to enjoy their company and a yummy breakfast. The event draws more and more readers

each year!

Congratulations to our FFA members who recently participated in the U of M Winter Invitational. On December 12, students traveled to the cities to compete, bringing back some high honors. Hannah placed 1st in her room for the Job Interview CDE and Valerie placed 2nd in her room for Public Speaking. Several teams also placed well that day, including the Nursery Landscape team

that placed 2nd.

Way to go FFA Members

Pie for a Cause. In early December the Elementary worked together to raise funds for the Kiwanis to support the local Salvation Army. In the season of giving, students raised nearly $600. Throughout the week, staff and students dressed up for theme days, held a door decorating contest and brought in pocket change to fill donation jars. Ms. Thalmann’s class raised the most funds, and in turn, her students got to give her and Principal Priebe a pie

to the face.

ag students and pals