Who hasn’t heard someone complain about missing the good old days? Luckily, Peterson has a solution to the nostalgia with its 31st annual Gammel Dag (Nor-wegian for “Good Old Days”). Scheduled for Friday, June 15 through Sunday, June 17, the cel-ebration is packed with something for everyone and then some. New this year is a multi-faceted bicycle tour and a bike clinic. The event is in three-way partnership with HaveFunBiking, The Fit Tourist, and Wahoo! Adventures, all Twin Cities-based organizations that encourage exploration in the out of doors, especially by bicycle. The clinic begins Friday, at 1pm, and continues again Satur-day morning, at 9am, prior to the tour. “For those interested in get-ting back in the saddle, the ‘Have Fun Biking...Again’ clinics are designed to reintroduce and help you find joy in bicycling,” says Stephanie, The Fit Tourist. “Do you remember how fun it was to

ride a bike as a kid and that sense of freedom you had? Do you see people biking on the trails and wish that could be you? If you are not already riding confidently, we will help you get back on your bike!” The clinic will provide minor bike maintenance and adjust-ments for proper fit, including seat, handlebar, and brake adjust-ment. Safe bicycling rules and hints will also be discussed. The cost of either clinic is $15 and will include a short bike ride. Clinic participants will meet at the his-toric Peterson Station Museum, located right on Mill Street. To pre-register for a clinic, go to: www.signmeup.com/84029. Reg-istrations will also be accepted prior to the clinic start. Following the clinics, The Fit Tourist and Wahoo! Adventures will take participants on one of three guided bike tours. The distance options include 15, 35, or 65-mile routes. Refreshment stops and sag support (for those whose biking nostalgia catches up with them) will be provided

along each route. Upon returning, participants will enjoy a dinner and mouth-watering pie served at Judy’s Country Kitchen, just off the Root River State Bike Trail. As an added bonus, riders choosing either the 15 or 35-mile routes will have the opportunity to ride their bike in the Gammel Dag Grand Parade before peddling out of town. The Fit Tourist, now in their 2nd season offering group and private walking/biking tours, and Wahoo! Adventures, who special-ize in customized tours, coordi-nating all details of the adventure from beginning to end, will lead the various guided tours. The cost for the tours, including dinner, is $30 per participant. Registra-tions placed after June 6 will be $35 each. Tour participants will gather prior to the tour start at 205 North Church Street. Those wanting to partake can pre-register at: www.signmeup.com/84031.

Peterson gears up for Gammel Dag

Chatfield’s new fire truck

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3rd Annual Harmony Hustle

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Spring Valley approves four liquor licenses

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Sand mining field trip

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Thursday evening, May 24, supporters and local state legis-lators committed to the ongoing improvement of the Chatfield Center of the Arts assembled for a celebration of the progress made to date. During this time of limited government budgets, supporters have managed to make improvements through some grants and donations and

a significant amount of local elbow grease. More has been done with less funding due to contributions of time and energy by volun-teers from area service groups, the Chatfield Center for the Arts Advisory Committee, Sen-tence to Serve, Chatfield EDA, Chatfield Heritage Preserva-tion Commission, Boy Scouts, Lion’s Club, Wits’ End Theatre Company, Mike Fenske Paint-ing, Pathfinder C.R.M. and

Chatfield Public Schools Com-munity Service Class. This celebration recognized the numerous monetary contri-butions from local groups and foundations including, but not limited to, Chosen Valley Com-munity Foundation, Chatfield Booster Club, Chatfield Com-mercial Club, Chatfield Ameri-can Legion Club, Carl and Verna Schmidt Foundation, Southern

Celebrating what has been achieved, looking to what can be one day

See GAMMEL DAG Page 3

The school board has granted Superintendent Chuck Ehler permission to explore the possi-bility of being the authorizer for the Dakota Charter Commu-nity Schools, a move that could yield several benefits to the R-P district. One of the most obvi-ous is the potential increase to future enrollment in the district. The Dakota Area Community School is a K-5 facility that typi-

cally serves less than 50 students; students who will at some point seek a middle and high school education within the area. R-P hopes that education comes within their doors. In addition to possible enrollment increases, the district would also see a slight monetary reimbursement from its role as authorizer. According to the Minnesota Association of Charter Schools, “One of the basic components

R-P seeks to be authorizer of Dakota School

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Stephanie and Sandy, of the Fit Tourist will guide bicycle tour participants on one of three routes Saturday, June 16, during Gammel Dag festivities. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner

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Saturday, June 9th11:00am--tractor Pull Weigh-in, Behind Spex Feeds12:00pm--tractor Pull, Behind Spex Feeds and Fountain Building Center11:00am-2:00pm--Kids’ Carnival, Fountain Community CenterSponsored by Trail Days Committee12:00pm-Midnight--Beer garden, Main Street1:00pm--Kids’ Sawdust Coin Dig Sponsored by Root River Hard-woods and Trail Days Committee, between The Village Sqaure and First State Bank of Fountain.2:00pm--trail DaYS granD ParaDe, Main Streetafter Parade-6pm--Kids’ Carnival, Fountain Community CenterSponsored by Trail Days Committee3:30pm-5:30pm--Kids’ tractor Pedal Pull, Main Streetafter Pedal Pull--Kids’ Bike give-away, Main Street, Two Bikes donated by GP Truck Painting of Chatfield4:00pm--Bean Bag tournament, Main Street2:00pm--Steve arnold & Walter Bradley Band, Sponsored by Stephas Heating & Plumbing and Dale Eppen Insurance, Main Street Beer Garden7:30pm-Midnight--DanCe with DJ SPinDriVe--free aDMiSSion!!, Main Street with Beer Garden

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Tour participants will also be entered for one of three prizes of “buy one evening, get one free stay” for Peterson’s finest lodging; Geneva’s Hideaway, the Wenneson Historic Inn, or The Crossing B&B. Other highlights of the week-end festivities include: •Friday nightmusic providedby DJ Dewey and Karaoke •Men’s Softball TournamentFridayandSaturday •A25-mileTractorRideanda

GAMMEL DAGContinued from Page 1

TractorBarrelRace •Norwegianartisandemonstra-tionsandtheNordicDancersofDecorah, Iowa •Kubb Games and Tourna-ment •HistoryStorytelling •Amishbuggyrides •The Grand Parade at 1pm,Saturday •Saturdaynightstreetdance •Various craftsmen, vendors,kids’rides,andscrumptiousfood For more information or acompletescheduleofevents,visitwww.petersonmn.org.

Pet of the Week

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Chihuahua MixBoo Boo is about 1.5 year old, 13 lb. chi mix. He just loves life! He’s a typical chihuahua so he gets very attached to his people. Boo Boo’s favorite pastimes include swimming, car rides, and going to the dog park. He also loves to play with his toys and play fetch, he will do that for hours! He’s housetrained and he’s not much of a barker but will alert you to someone coming to the house and he

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Hammil ~ Lange Taylor Hammil and Trevor Lange of Preston are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. The bride is the daughter of Deann and Dana Stowers of Racine and the late Gerald Hammil of Spring Valley. The groom is the son of Laurie Bacon of Preston and Kevin Lange of Preston. Trevor works at Root River Hardwoods. Taylor works at Motor Mart in Preston and Subway in Spring Valley, and is studying Surgical Technology at RCTC. The couple will be united in marriage on June 9, 2012, at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston.

Engagement

Claussen~ Nelson Jordan Claussen and Matthew Nelson announce their engage-ment. Jordan is the daughter of David and Dawn Claussen of Glenville. Matthew is the son of Joel and Barbara Nelson of Mabel. Jordan is a Glenville-Emmons High School graduate and a South Dakota State University gradu-ate of Biology and Secondary Education. She is employed as a science teacher at Mabel-Canton High School. Matthew is a Mabel-Canton High School graduate and a South Dakota State University graduate of General Agriculture. He currently farms in rural Harmony area. A June 9, 2012, wedding is planned in Mabel.

Engagement

Ruen ~ Beery Meredith Ruen of Lanesboro, Minnesota and David Beery of Belgrade, Minnesota are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming wed-ding. The bride is the daughter of Joan and David Ruen of Lanesboro, Minn. The groom is the son of Marybeth and Timothy Adams of Belgrade, Minn. Both Meredith and David are 2012 graduates of Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn. Meredith received a bachelor of arts in English Literature, Global Studies, and Chinese while David received his in Global Studies and Spanish. They will both be attend-ing graduate school at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champagne in the fall: Meredith for Library and Information Science and David for Hispanic Linguistics. The couple will be united in mar-riage on June 16, 2012, at St Mary’s Cathedral in Fargo, North Dakota.

Engagement

Maycie Rose Anderson Drew and Ashley Anderson of Rushford, Minnesota are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Maycie Rose. Maycie was born on May 25, 2012. Grandparents are Randy and Carolyn Stinson of Ridgeway, Minn. and Steve and Lisa Anderson of Rushford, Minn.

Birth AnnouncementHarlow Henry Rice

To Rev. Kristin Rice and Rev. Deris Rice of Rochester, a son, Harlow Henry Rice was born on May 15, 2012, at Olmsted County Medical Center. Harlow weighed 8 lb. 0 oz. and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Cleveland and Lynette Rice of Tuscaloosa, AL and Doug and Sandi Schmor of Medford, OR.

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By Yvonne Nyenhuis There are two things I’m addict-ed to, ice-cream and Book TV on C-Span. Recently I watched Bay Buchanan introduce a book she has written of her experience as a single mother rais-ing three sons. As her story unfolded, I realized how lucky I am to have a hus-band who is also a great father to our three boys. Gordon arrived first. He was a mini miracle, the size of a football. Within the hour home from the hospital, Glenn sat holding him wrapped in a soft yellow receiv-ing blanket. He looked down at the pixie face and wise eyes peer-

ing up at him and proceeded to tell Gordon of his expectations for his future. Gordon’s entrance into the world was followed by Eric and Troy; three boys within four years. We thought that if we kept them busy growing up we could keep them out of trouble. We enrolled them in sports programs in Bryant Square from the time they were six. Because they were close in age they were often on the same teams: football, ice hockey and wrestling. We spent days in hot, sweaty gyms and endured freezing temperatures watching hockey tournaments. (I stood on a telephone book to insulate my feet in the ice and snow.) Glenn would frown when he saw how much I was spend-ing on their sports equipment. I soon learned to include him on

In praise of fathers our shopping sprees. When he went along he would buy what was best without regard for the cost. Injuries were frequent. Gordon slammed into the boards at the skating rink. The sharp point of a skate gauged out a hole in his knee. As the blood spilled out on the ice I called Glenn, who left work and was there in minutes. He applied a tourniquet to stop the bleeding, swept Gordon up in his arms and whisked him off to the hospital. Troy, when he was in high school, was wrestling at South High. He was pinned, shoulders to the mat, his body suspended in the air. Something had gone horribly wrong. He lay there, unable to move. In a flash, Glenn was beside him, looking down into a pair of frightened eyes. He was able to calm and reassure Troy and stayed with him in the ambulance as they wended their way though a blinding snow-

storm to the hospital. Troy’s neck was broken. Glenn didn’t leave his side until he was asleep for the night. My husband loved nature and Lanesboro. We spent many weekends in a shack on top of a bluff three miles from town.We would park in the valley near the road and carry food, water and gear up the steep incline on the east side of the mountain.Our Springer, Greco, had his own small, bright blue backpack and carried his own food and water bowls. We all did our part. The boys conducted a search for fire-wood and Glenn soon had flames dancing and leaping from the black dirt bottom of the pit. We settled ourselves on lawn chairs around the fire. Glenn speared two plump chickens on a stick about twen-ty-six inches in length. He had stripped a couple of branches of their bark, and made them Y-shaped.These were driven into

the ground on either side of the fire to support the rod with the chickens. Meanwhile the sun, which flooded the western sky with clouds infused with all the colors of the rainbow, said a final goodbye and disappeared from view. Outside the circle of light from the fire, the night grew black around us. Above, through the dark branches a myriad of stars looked down on us with a clarity and brilliance that was breathtaking. Glenn taught the boys to hunt and fish. He shared with them his love of cooking. I realized when I thought about it, he didn’t preach to the boys, he led by example. As long as children are nurtured and valued, they will grow to be successful and happy in their lives, even without a Father in residence. But today, we celebrate Fathers. With their strength, courage and wisdom they lay a foundation for the lives of their children.

Yvonne Nyenhuis

• Monday, June 4, Lanesboro City Council, Lanesboro City Hall, 5:30 p.m.• Monday, June 4, Preston City Council, Preston Council Chamber, 6:00 p.m.• Monday, June 4, Whalan City Council, Whalan City Hall, 5:00 p.m.• Tuesday, June 5, Ostrander City Council, Ostrander Community Center, 7:00 p.m.• Tuesday, June 5, Rushford Village City Council, Community Center, 7:00 p.m.• Tuesday, June 5, Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9:00 a.m.• Wednesday, June 6, Canton City Council, Canton City Hall, 7:00 p.m.• Thursday, June 7, Fountain City Council, Fountain City Office, 7:30 p.m.• Monday, June 11, Wykoff Council, Wykoff City Hall, 7:00 p.m.• Monday, June 11, Houston City Council, Houston City Hall, 7:30 p.m.• Monday, June 11, Rushford City Council, Rushford City Hall, 6:30 p.m.• Monday, June 11, Spring Valley City Council, Spring Valley City Hall, 7:00 p.m.• Monday, June 11, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7:00 p.m.

Schedule subject to change.

Government this week

Letter about Vikings stadium

To the Editor, Since the Legislature approved a billion dollar stadi-um for the Minnesota Vikings a couple weeks ago, voters have asked me what I thought of the deal. Not much. I understand that many Minnesotans are football fans and that there is a case to be made for a better stadium than the Metro Dome, though it seems that the Dome could have been made to work with some remodeling. A majority of the Democrats in the House and the Senate voted for the stadium deal, and of course it was Gov. Dayton’s number one priority. I would have broken with my fellow Democrats on this. I would have voted against the deal for two reasons. Paying for the stadium bonds by expanding electronic

gambling is very risky. Many people who know something about this are wary that the extra gambling revenue may not be large enough to cover the annual cost of the bonds. Regular taxes will have to be used to make up the differ-ence. Second, this is just more corporate welfare. The Vikings make a lot of money. They could have paid for the stadium themselves. They refused to open their corporate books for a reason, because they didn’t want Minnesotans to see how much money they were mak-ing. Greg Davids, my opponent in the Nov. election, voted for the stadium despite all his empty rhetoric about less gov-ernment spending. Greg likes corporate welfare. He raised the property taxes of middle class homeowners and farmers instead of raising taxes on the rich who own

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the corporations. Earlier, Greg introduced legislation to com-pletely eliminate the corporate income tax even as he and the GOP cut programs for people with disabilities. And now he voted for the stadium, a clear piece of corporate welfare, while as chair of the House Tax Committee, he raised property taxes state-wide by a half a bil-lion dollars. Greg Davids doesn’t repre-sent the residents of Hous-ton and Fillmore counties. He represents wealthy people in the Twin Cities. When you are a twenty-year incumbent, like Greg, you become out-of

-touch with the people that elected you.

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By Karen Reisner The Chatfield City Coun-cil considered a request from Veolia Environmental Services for a license to haul commer-cial and industrial refuse at the council’s May 29 meeting. Councilors Ken Jacobson and Paul Novotny were absent. David Meyer, Rochester Veo-lia office, and Mark Vinall, area manager, fielded ques-tions about the weight of the trucks and required thickness of asphalt to support the trucks in alleys. Vinall explained they still have 50 percent rear loading trucks, but are mov-ing toward more front loading trucks which are more produc-tive. He said they had looked at possible pickup spots and said there were some concerns with overhead wires. City Attorney Fred Suhler said he didn’t see an issue with gross weights of the trucks,

but just whether they should be involved with rates. City Clerk Joel Young said the code does say something about rates, but he doesn’t see why the city would want to regulate rates in

Chatfield gives preliminary approval for Commercial Waste Hauling License

Chatfield’s new fire truck. Photo by Karen Reisner

a situation where there is free enterprise. The type of refuse will vary business to business. Vinall said pricing would have to take into account dis-posal location since these loca-

tions are different in the rates they charge. The council gave preliminary approval to issue a license sub-ject to final approval by the council of a contract between Veolia and Chatfield regarding the exercise of that license. The city of Chatfield has a contract with William Han-son for hauling the residential waste in Chatfield.

Ordinance 135 The council approved an authorization for the city attor-ney to draft the amendment and the first consideration of the amendment to Ordinance 135 to correct some errors. The ordinance had been drafted in 1955. It’s language has Park “Street” instead of “Avenue” and “McKinney” Street instead of “McKenney” Street. The errors make it difficult to get a clean title opinion on some property.

Other Business In Brief • Young said the city wantsto improve Mill Creek from CR 2 to the Root River, stabi-lizing the banks. They need the cooperation of neighbors on River Street and have met with most of them. •Thecouncilauthorizedthecity clerk to sign up city coun-cil members, P & Z commis-sioners and staff for on-line training related to zoning and land use issues. The League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust allows for a premium savings on the insurance cover-age if a majority of the named groups take the one hour train-ing. The cost totals $180 for everyone. • The swimming pool willopen June 7. • Before adjourning coun-cilors went outside to view the city’s new fire truck.

By Jade Sexton Greg Davids recently fin-ished up his two-year term as the Republican Representative from District 31B in Minne-sota, and is running for re-election this fall. While many politicians were working on the Vikings Stadium issue, Davids, who is the Chairperson of the Tax Committee, was working on a large tax bill designed to give tax relief to many Min-nesotans. According to Davids, the tax bill was met with no objections. Davids said it was nicknamed the “Smokin’ Hot Tax Bill.”

“It was the tax bill that nobody objected to, except for the gov-ernor,” said Davids. Governor Mark Dayton vetoed the bill in May, two weeks after the end of the session, surprising many people. “There was no reason for him to veto this bill,” said Davids. “It can only be for political reasons.”Davids said Dayton had vetoed a previous tax bill, and gave reasons that he didn’t sign it. The legislature worked at fit-ting the bill to his specifica-tions, but it was still turned down.

Greg Davids wraps up legislative session, looks ahead to election“This bill would have given property tax relief, relief to stu-dents, and first-time home buy-ers,” shared Davids. “This bill provided more jobs than the bonding bill and the Vikings stadium combined.”Davids said his goal was to get the unemployed off the bench and working. He said this bill would have provided tens of thousands of jobs. Davids was not pleased that so much time was spent on the Vikings Stadium bill, and The circumstances surround-ing the veto were unusual to Davids. He said normally he would receive a phone call informing him of the veto, but this time he learned it from Twitter. Davids also asked Governor Dayton to meet with him several times to dis-cuss the bill, but received no response. He has not received a response from him since the veto, either. “It’s a very unfortunate situa-tion,” said Davids.In November of 2010, when Davids was elected, the state of Minnesota had a $6.2 billion shortfall. According to Davids, there was a $1.3 billion surplus in April of 2012.A problem with Minnesota gov-ernment, as well as everywhere else, is the divide between Republicans and Democrats. Davids said he does not look at a Republican or Democrat, but what is a good idea. He believes the Smokin’ Hot Tax Bill was very balanced in that way, mak-ing both parties happy, and uniting laborers and businesses, something very rare. Davids has been a representa-tive for 20 years, and has been chairman ten years, and he

said he has never had this kind of situation with a governor before. “He wants it to be a ‘do noth-ing legislature,’ when really it’s a ‘do nothing governor,’” said Davids. Davids did come up with a tax bill nicknamed “Davids Light,” that was signed by Governor Dayton. In this bill, Davids froze Local Government Aid (LGA) for 2012-2013, so local cities are certain to keep what they are getting currently. He is not happy that by veto-ing the larger tax bill, Dayton denied money and tax relief to veterans, students, and nursing homes. In his time in session, Davids had no tax increases, helped give Minnesota schools more money, and made no cuts to nursing homes. Davids wrote legislation for the

Veterans Cemetery to be in Fillmore County. “I don’t think people realize what a big deal this is,” he said. “The economic impact is huge. I’m very excited about it.”The cemetery will be a resting place for veterans from South-east Minnesota, Northeast Iowa, and Western Wisconsin. “We will have a beautiful cem-etery for our veterans, and they deserve that.”Davids commended the Fill-more County Commissioners for “stepping up to the plate and making a donation of 153 acres of beautiful land.” Davids is running against Ken Tschumper in the election, and he is excited about the race. And if he wins the re-election, he is going to try again to get the tax bill passed that will help out thousands of Minnesotans.

The Fillmore County Cattlemen are seeking candidates for the 2012 Beef Princess. The Beef princess will represent the beef industry at various events during 2012. A candidate must be 17 years old by December 31, 2012 and not yet 20 years old by December 31, 2013. Contestants are judged on their communication skills, personality, enthusiasm and general knowledge of the beef industry.

Judging will be held on Monday, June 25th with coronation that evening during the annual steak fry in Lanesboro. Candidate’s parents/guardians must be an active beef producer and members of the Fillmore County Cattleman Assosciation.

For more information and to receive and application, please contact Deb Ristau at 1-507-272-1597 or Sheila Marzolf at

1-507- 272-7983 the application deadline is June 15th.

Beef Princess Candidates sought for 2012

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Page 6 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, June 4, 2012 Fillmore County Church DirectoryArendahl 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, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-4686Canton-Scotland Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9:00am 104 W Fillmore Ave, Canton, MN 55922 (507) 743-2260Chatfield Lutheran Church …………………… Sundays - 8 :00am & 10 :00am 304 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-4721Chatfield United Methodist Christ ………………………… Sundays - 9:30am 124 Winona St SE, Chatf ield, 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 - 10 :30am 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 Chatf ield 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 - 8 :30am 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) 493-5905Grace Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9:00am 365 Park St, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 875-2218Greenfield Lutheran Church ………………… Sundays - 9:00am & 10:30am 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 Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9:00am 43265 Bowl Dr, Peterson, MN 55962 (507) 864-2731Historic Lenora United Methodist Church ……………… Special Occassions 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 - 8 :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. (1st & 2nd) - 8 :45am & (3rd & 4th) - 10 :30am 640 1st Ave SW, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-2393New Life Victory Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9:30am 440 2nd Ave SE, 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 Saviour’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, Chatf ield, 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 :00am 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) 864-7074Rushford Lutheran Church …………………… Sat. - 5:30pm & Sun. - 9:00am 101 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7152Satersdahl 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’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 9:00am 241 Line St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 352-2296St John’s Lutheran Church …………………………………… Sundays - 10 :00am 31497 Highway 43, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-2585St Joseph’s Catholic Church ………………………………… Sundays - 10 :00am 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, Chatf ield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148St Matthews Episcopal Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9:30am 100 Fillmore St SE, Chatf ield, MN 55923-1219 (507) 867-3707St Matthew’s Lutheran Church ……………………………… Sundays - 9:00am Harmony, MN 55939 (Granger) (507) 772-4474St Olaf Catholic Church … Sun. (1st & 2nd) - 10 :30am & (3rd & 4th) - 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, Chatf ield, 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) 378-4801The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints ………… Sundays - 10 :00am 21257 US Hwy 52 South Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-4551Trinity Fellowship ELCA …………………………………… Sundays - 10 :00am 110 S Mill St, Rushford, MN 55971 (507) 864-7211Trinity Lutheran Church ……………………………………… Sundays - 9:00am 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 - 10 :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

Jean Bremseth Jean Bremseth, 86, of Houston, died Monday, April 30, 2012, at Val-ley View Healthcare and Rehab in Houston. Jean was born May 3, 1925, in Hes-per Township, Iowa, to Willie Edgar and Bertha Marie (Gates) Nelson. She graduated from Lanesboro High School in 1943 and then went on to graduate from the University of Minnesota’s Program of Nursing. On Nov. 15, 1946, Jean married Allen Manford Bremseth in Minne-apolis. Shortly after, they returned to Lanesboro and started their family. Jean was one of the first nurses to work at Valley View Healthcare and Rehab when it opened. She later worked at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and then returned to Valley View, from where she later retired. Jean was a nurse through and through, and often served as the local triage hospital for many of her neigh-bors and residents of Houston. She also enjoyed gardening and was an active member of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church. She loved her family very much, and they meant everything to her. She is survived by her children, Steve (Betty) of San Diego, Mary of Houston, and Jan (Teresa Vining) of Belle Plaine; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Robert (Marlene) Nelson of Watford City, N.D;, Mary Mindrum of Lanesboro; Ruth (Jim) Ostrem of Lanesboro, Lois (John) Muzik of Forada, Minn.; and Lola Williamson of Rock Falls, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews. Jean is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Allen in 1964; son, Bob in 1966; brothers and sister, James Nelson, David Nelson and Margaret Nelson. Memorial service was Friday, May 4, 2012, at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church with the Reverend Lane Zaf-fke officiating. Private family burial took place at Stone Church Cemetery. Hoff Funeral & Cremation Service Houston assisted the family.

Lorraine Harkness Lorraine Harkness, age 90, of Ridgeway, Iowa, formerly of Mabel, Minnesota, died Sunday, May 27, 2012, at her home. Lorraine was born May 4, 1922, in rural Hesper, Iowa to Lawrence and Fannie (Welch) Iverson. She attended the Chase School and graduated in 1940 from the Mabel High School. On February 22, 1949, she married Carl Vatland. They farmed in New-burg Township, Fillmore County, Minnesota until his passing in 1971. She had also worked at Benson’s Store, the Stateline Supper Club, and at the Mabel-Canton Schools as a secretary to the superintendent. On June 27, 1975, she married Wayne Harkness in South Dakota. They lived in Mabel and then for the last fifteen years with her daughters. She was a member of the Garness Trin-ity Lutheran Church and enjoyed camping, traveling, fishing, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and her family.Lorraine is survived by two daugh-ters Colleen (Ronald) Halverson of Ridgeway, Iowa and Naydene (Keith) Reicks of Lourdes, Iowa; five grand-children Brady Halverson, Troy (Shelly) Reicks, Tracy Reicks, Tra-

vis Reicks, and Trent (Jenny) Reicks; three great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands Carl Vatland and Wayne Harkness; her parents Lawrence and Fannie Iverson; and a sister, Frances Inglett. Funeral services were Thursday, May 31, 2012, at the Garness Trinity Lutheran Church in rural Mabel with the Rev. Mary Waudby officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel han-dled arrangements.

Velma Hungerholt Velma Hungerholt, 77, of Lanesboro, passed away Sunday, May 20, 2012, after a very courageous battle with cancer. Velma was born May 8, 1935, near Shellsburg, Iowa, to Henry and Darlene Rinderknecht. She gradu-ated from Urbana High School in 1952 and Gates Business College in Waterloo. She worked in the Urbana Bank for several years. On May 15, 1954, she married Duane Hungerholt and they moved to Lanesboro to raise their family. She worked for the Lanesboro Schools for 20 years before retiring in 1991. Velma is survived by loving hus-band, Duane; one daughter, Dee-ann (Jack) Liepa of Burnsville; and three sons, Darrell of Burnsville, John and Martin (Melanie) of Lanesboro; as well as a brother, Earl (Esther) Rinderknecht of Urbana, Iowa. She is very proud of her seven grandchil-dren, Adam, Cadence, Brian, Ben, Cody, Brett and Paige. She is pre-ceded in death by her parents. Velma is a member of the Lanesboro United Methodist Church and the American Legion Auxiliary and was well loved by many good friends throughout the community. The funeral service was held Fri-day, May 25, 2012, at the United Methodist Church in Lanesboro, with pastor Amanda Larsen officiating. Burial was in the Hungerholt Cem-etery in rural Peterson. Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro handled arrangements.

Ione Myhre Ione V. Myhre, age 80, of Mabel, Minnesota died Friday, May 18, 2012, at the Green Lea Manor Nursing Home in Mabel. Ione was born February 16, 1932, to Oscar and Luella (Storlie) Lien. She moved to Harmony as a child. Ione married Kenneth Myhre. They were later divorced. She lived in Spring Grove and worked at the Spring Grove Hospital in housekeeping and as an aide. She moved to Mabel, liv-ing at Cherrywood before moving to Green Lea Manor Nursing Home in November, 2003. She enjoyed music, flowers, looking through magazines, drinking pop, and eating snacks. Ione is survived by two brothers Harland of Caledonia and Alden of Mabel. She was preceded in death by three sisters Mavis, LaVonne, and Doris. No services are planned.

Loren A. Reinhardt Loren A. Reinhardt, 85, of Foun-tain, died Sunday, May 20, 2012, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester of natural causes. Loren was born March 22, 1927, to Conrad and Josephine (Oleson) Rein-hardt in Chandler, N.D. He gradu-ated from Spring Valley High School

in 1945. Loren joined the Navy and served in WWII in the Pacific Ocean. He married Pauline Hanson Aug. 1, 1970, at the Fountain Lutheran Church. Loren worked for IBM for 30 years and farmed his whole life. He was a member of the Fountain American Legion and IBM Quarter Century Club. He enjoyed fishing, old west-ern movies, and time spent with his grandkids. He also enjoyed dancing, playing cards and just being on the farm. Loren loved Dodge Pick-ups. He is survived by his wife, Pauline; two sons, Ted (Renae) Reinhardt of Fountain and Matt (Andrea) Rein-hardt of Fountain; seven grandchil-dren, Haley, Blake, twins Corbin and Teagan, Jared, Tristin and Devin; two sisters; his twin sister, Lorraine Cottrel of Vacaville, Calif.; and Amy Jones of El Segunda, Calif. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Marvin and Maurice; and four sisters, Inez, Ione, Bernice and Beatrice. The funeral service was held Wednesday, May 23, 2012, at the Fountain Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Paul Forde officiating. Burial was in the Fountain Lutheran Cem-etery. Military honors were provided by the Fountain American Legion Post 492.

Erlin Stortz Erlin Stortz, age 94, of Decorah, IA, died Friday, May 25, 2012, at the Winneshiek Medical Center in Deco-rah, IA. Erlin Walter Stortz was born on January 13, 1918, the son of Walter and Luella (Stoskopf) Stortz on the family farm near Decorah. Erlin grad-uated from Decorah High School and farmed north of Decorah. He also drove livestock truck for many area farmers. Erlin married Agnes Carolan on February 16, 1939, at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Bluffton. Togeth-er they farmed and raised their family. He enjoyed dancing, hunting, fish-ing, socializing, driving the Amish, and traveling to Texas to see family. The last three years Erlin has been a resident at the Aase Haugen Nursing Home. Survivors are three daughters: Sha-ron (James) Huber, Calmar, IA; Shir-ley (Larry) Whalen, Rochester, MN; and Earline (Ed) Walters, Dallas, TX; two sons: Gary (Bev) Stortz, Deco-rah, IA; and Craig (Julene) Stortz, Canton, MN; one sister: Geraldine (Erbie) Steffens, Decorah, IA; one sister-in-law: Hazel Stortz, Decorah, IA; twenty-six grandchildren, fifty-nine great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. Erlin was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Luella Stortz, his wife Agnes, one brother, Robert Stortz, one grandson, Michael Stortz, two great-grandchildren: Brooke Lin-derbaum and Brady Stortz, broth-ers and sisters-in-law, Mary (Larry) Kelly, Katie (Harry) Wagner, Anas-tasia (Curtis) Foltz, Edward (Agnes) Carolan and Terrance Carolan. Mass of Christian Burial was Wednesday, May 30, 2012, at the St. Benedict’s Catholic Church in Decorah, with Father Philip Gibbs presiding. Burial was in the Phelps Cemetery in Decorah.

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Editor’s Note: The following speech was given by Pastor Becky Timm at the Fillmore Cemetery on Monday, May 28... Memorial Day. I was fortunate enough to be there and hear her wonderful story, and I felt it would be worth sharing with Journal readers. - Jason Sethre

I want to take you back to a day when I stood much shorter then I do now---…..back to a day when I first began to learn about what freedom….what faith….what love was all about…..hand in hand my Father and I weaved our way through the cemetery….my little hand gently gripping the flowers I was carrying…..when we stopped at last my dad slowly knelt down….……I knelt beside him….he carefully took the flowers that we had brought and propped them on my grandpa’s tombstone…..we hovered there for some time in silence…. Now believe it or not…. I am not much for silence and my dad is not much for words…..Why are we here I asked….. Because it is Memorial Day he said turning to gaze at me….and it is a day we honor and remember all the people who died for our freedom… my brain began to whirl….I had no idea why anyone would have to die for me….my life was wonderful….I could run and play all I wanted, I had a nice home, my own room with pink walls and animal posters, I had friends, food to eat, I had dogs and cats----I had an adorable little hamster named Sophie, I had everything any little girl could ever dream of…. In the distance one melancholy trumpet began a tune I did not know…..I looked around to try and locate the sound…..When I glanced back at my father there were tears in his eyes…… I patted him gently…..do you have to go and die for me and for my freedom dad….I asked him…. No….but I would he smiled grabbing my hand again……and standing up…So many of these men and women did die for us….his words trailed off into the wind….melding into the eerie call of the trumpet sound…. Why would you die for me I asked him….Because I love you….because I believe in what this country stands for….because I believe in freedom and justice….because it was my honor and my duty to serve….. I am certain I didn’t absorb all this…..but still I wondered….how peculiar it was to me that someone would die for me….Truthfully I am not even certain I can grasp the true gravity of such a sacrifice even today…. I can still almost hear my own voice…..as I thoughtfully countered his declaration with a measure of doubt and wonder…. I can be really awful to you dad…I said with a note of defiance-- as I stopped to stare up at him….. Really really awful….remember just last week I threw a fit in the grocery store because you wouldn’t buy me those m and m’s ….you were so mad at me…..why would you die for me….. He just smiled….. I just would I pressed him….. Sometimes I say mean things to you Yes you do he nodded….. But you would still die for me I continued….. He simply nodded an affirmative…. We don’t always agree….sometimes I tell you that your brain is all backwards…. He chuckled….. Maybe that is why I would die for you he teased… What about Steven….I asked…certain no one would die for Steven….he was my awful big brother….always being mean and wicked to his little sister….certainly my dad would not die for the likes of him…. But my dad just swung me up into his arms….becky….of course I would die for your brother….I chose to serve my country and my God for you-- for steven….for men and women everywhere….just think becky all these men and women he said stretching out his arms and showing me the vast expanse of the stones that surrounded us….all these people served this country….….they were willing and some indeed did die for their comrades, their family, their friends…..they were willing to die for people they loved AND FOR people who they didn’t even know….they were willing to serve for something that they believed in even if people would disagree with them---even if they did not share the same opinions, willing to come under fire for people who may or may not be grateful… or who don’t always appreciate their sacrifice….these men and women died for the freedom of all-- not just the people they love…… People who I didn’t even know would die for me…. Romans 5 reminds us….that Very rarely would anyone die for a righteous person….and yet sometimes some may dare to die for a good person…. I had already established that I was not even good….. Why would anyone die for me….why would my father die for me…. You know truthful speaking from the very depths of my heart…there are not words profound enough to capture the love and gratitude that I have for each and every member of the armed forces….thank you is simply not adequate…..it is an awesome privilege to even stand before all of you….because as I think back to that day….as my own young heart tried to grasp at the wisdom and words of my father….telling me that so many were willing to die for me….and as I find myself standing before you here today….gazing out into your faces….searching my soul as I attempt to digest all the graves of the fallen…I am very honestly struck with awe and wonder….. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person…..very rarely and yet sometimes someone may dare to die for a good person….. And here I stand before a whole assembly of people who are indeed the very rare few….. My life is amazing-- it is filled with wonder and grace, with blessings and freedom…..Even that I can stand freely and preach and teach is a freedom for which people sacrificed and died…..I have what I have and live such as I do because of all of you and because of all those who have served and sacrificed before us….……and with that thought on my heart I am humbled….. The overwhelming truth of it trips up my heart….. I know that God created us in his image….that is what genesis says…. Genesis 1:26 Then God said, “Let us make humankind in our image, according to our likeness; And when I think about it….I must agree that he made each of your hearts a little like his in this way too….so much so that you---the men and women of the armed forces were willing to love and live, sacrifice and give all you are in order to save and serve….God made your heart a heart of honor, of faith and courage, of love and sacri-fice--- In fact your heart was made in the image of another man whom I love and adore….indeed your heart in this way reminds me of another man who brings tears to my eyes and buckles me at my knees….you were created in his image…. You were created in the image of Jesus Christ….. Let me take you back to a scene that happened over two thousand years ago…. Because even now as I think on your love and sacrifice I cannot help but draw up the image of a man who hung on a cross for the love of a people who nailed him there….. Indeed it is one thing to dare to die for the righteous or perhaps a good person….but Christ proves his love for us in that while we were still sinners Jesus Christ died to save us…… His faith, his love, his courage…..is amazing….. His hands outstretched on my cross-- on our cross……for my sin and your sin….for my freedom and for yours….for all our lives…..Created in his likeness…..Why would my FATHER die for me…..Even when we run away from his loveWhen we speak and act badlyWhen we sinWhen we deny himChrist would die for me…for you…for all his children…EVEN when we cried out for his crucifixion and held the hammer and nails in our own hands…..INDEED Jesus Christ chose to die for us and for our salvation….for our freedom…..why----well because his love carried him that far….. And your love carried you….SO here I stand to say thank you…. Thank you to all the men and women who died for my freedom….and thank you to a God whose heart we are made in the very image of….. Amen.

Pastor Becky TimmImmanuel Lutheran ChurchWykoff, MN

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in the printed program and recognition at the concert. Contact Carmen Narveson at 867-3315 for more info.

SB play-offs: Chatfield in section final By Paul Trende

Three Not The Charm The first two county squads to take the field for play-off soft-ball action learned something; the third time is not the charm. Mabel-Canton (#8, 3-13) hosted Hope Lutheran (#9, 3-11). In the first inning, Patriot Tiahia Aune hit a 2-run inside-the-park HR. The Coug’s response: 11 unan-swered runs. Sophomore catcher Lydia Geving accounted for over half her team’s RBI’s. She ended with a nifty 3-4, 5 RBI, 2 R, SB day. Bailey Hanson (2-4, R, SB) drove in three runs. One-two hit-ters Abby Hanson (3-4, RBI, SB) and Hannah Nolte (0-1, 3 BB’s) each scored three times as M-C downed HL for the third time this year 13-3 in five. Kristina Mengis (7 IP, 3 R, 4 H, 1 BB) pitched well in victory. In Spring Valley, four-seed GMLOK (8-11) hosted 5-seed PEM (6-14) in 1AA East action, despite Mother Nature (similar 1A contests were postponed). It was back and forth: 1-0 PEM, 1-1 tie, 3-1 PEM, 3-3 tie, 5-3 GMLOK, 7-5 PEM courtesy of a Catherine DeVetter Grand Slam HR, 7-7 tie. In the bottom of the 6th, Haley Colton led off with a 2B. A wild pitch and an Emily Schlitter RBI-groundout later gave GMLOK an 8-7 lead, which held. For the third time on the season GMLOK’s Bulldogs beat PEM’s Bulldogs. Schlitter got the win (final 3 1/3 innings, 3 H, 0 R, 0 BB’s). Colton (2-4, 2B, SB, 2 R), Steph Russell (2-4, SB, R), and Hannah Corson (2-3, 3 RBI) supplied the offense.

Wet Week… With every 1A East Thursday game postponed due to rain, the games were played Friday. Eight-seed M-C (4-13) bowed to 1-seed L-A (18-2) 11-0 in 5 innings. The

Cougars end 2012 with a 4-14 record. In Wabasha, things were much closer between the 4th seed-ed Falcons (11-9) and 5th seeded R-P (10-10). W-K squeaked out a 3-2 victory, ending the Trojans season at 10-11. In Chatfield, the 2nd seeded Gophers (15-5) and 7th seeded FC/L Falcons (7-12) continued with the ‘third not a charm’ theme. Chatfield scored the first seven runs. A 2-run tri-ple by Jordan O’Connor and a subsequent 2-run HR by Alex Peterson crept the Falcons closer (7-4). The Goph’s cemented it in the 6th though, scoring six runs. Katie Jech’s third hit (3-4), second RBI, started it. MaKenzie Miller’s 2-run single capped her great day (3-4, 2B, 3B, 5 RBI, 3 R). Sarah Costello (2-4, 2B, HR, 3 RBI) then hit her 5th HR of the year, a two-run shot, cap-ping the inning. The Gophers took out FC/L for the third time this season, 13-7. FC/L ends the season at 7-14.

…Soggy Saturday GMLOK (9-11) moved on to face 1-seed Spring Grove-Cale-donia (17-2) in one 1AA East semi in St. Charles. They fell 3-0, ending their season at 9-12. Chatfield (16-5) moved on to face 3-seed Houston (12-9) in one 1A East semi in Lewiston. The contest began around 11:00 AM, but then rain. Around 3:00, the game resumed, Houston leading 6-5 thru 5 ½. In the bot-tom of the 7th, with the ‘Cane’s still clinging, Erin Bradt led-off with a double off the left-center fence. Sidney Irish then doubled off the right fielder’s glove, scor-ing pinch runner Janessa Erding (6-6). Kirsten Keefe then grounded to pitcher Abbey Loken. Irish forced the issue, heading from 2nd to 3rd. Loken forced the

issue trying to throw her out. The ball and Irish went opposite ways; the first down the left field line, the later to home with the winning run. In four-hours-plus, Chatfield downed Houston 7-6. Seventh inning heroines Irish (3-4, 2B, 3B, 3 RBI, 3 R) and Bradt (2-2) led the way, accounting for five of eight Goph’ hits. Loken (2-4, 2B, RBI/7 IP, 8 H, 7 R, 5 ER, 1 BB, 6 K) and Kalene Hill (3-4, 2B, 3B, 2 RBI, 2 R) had five of seven ‘Cane hits. Katie Jech (13-2) got the win. The Gophers (17-5) moved on to the 1A East title game with 20-2 L-A (who downed W-K 8-0 in their semi). The third time, again, was not the charm. Lewis-ton notched a 7-1 victory. They got big jacks from Natalie Kalmes (3-4, 3B, HR, RBI, 2 R, SB) and Brooke Schilling (1-2, HR, 2 RBI). Five of their nine hits were of the extra base variety. Chatfield had just four hits, as Schilling, for a third time, defeated the Gophers (7 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 7 K, 2 BB, Win). Both teams advanced to the Sectional ‘Final Four.’Helpful Errors, Big Blasts, and

Katie Jech Chatfield got West S-S run-ner-up Kenyon-Wanamingo (12-11) in the loser-out game. The Gophers pressed their luck with the loser and out part. They trailed 3-2 heading to the bottom of the 7th. But Kirsten Keefe reached via error, and Katie Jech followed with a single. When the ball went thru the left fielder’s legs, pinch runner Janessa Erd-ing came around to score the tying run. An inning later, Sarah Costello walked. Candace Gould followed with a swinging bunt hit. Erin Bradt then drilled her second big pinch hit of the post-season, a hard grounder up the middle that plated Costello for the 4-3 walk-off victory. Tori Woltz (1-2) drove in the other two Gopher runs with a double in the 4th. By virtue of an L-A loss to #7 in A Blooming Prairie (2-1 in 8 innings), it was #5 Card’s vs. #10 Goph’s Part IV. With Lewiston entering immediately off a defeat, and Chatfield imme-diately off a win, and with the first holding a 3-0 record versus the second, the deck wasn’t nec-essarily in the Card’s favor. Then Sarah Costello played an ace. She smacked her 6th HR of the year, a 3-run blast (3-0 Chatfield) in the 2nd inning. Then Tori Woltz played an ace, a solo HR (7) in the 4th. With a 5-0 lead thru 3 ½, the rest of the game fell on the shoulders of standout (14-2 record) senior pitcher Katie Jech. She battled a truly offensive L-A

line-up. The only run she relin-quished through six was a solo HR to Natalie Kalmes in the 5th. In the 7th, Jech had to fight one last time; retire the top of L-A’s order, preserve her team’s 5-1 lead. The first two batters reached (1B, BB), but then a soft line-out, then a huger-than-huge strikeout of 10+ HR clean-up hitter Dan-ielle Harstad. Taylor Daley fought her way (10 pitches) to an RBI single, making it 5-2. With runners on 2nd and 3rd, two out, Jech won the final encounter, the war. On a full count, she got Miranda Weilandt to softly line a ball into foul territory wide of third. Eighth grader Megan LaPlante made a great diving catch to send the Gophers (19-6) into euphoria. They picked the biggest game to finally solve the Brooke Schilling/L-A puzzle. By a final of 5-2, they moved on to the Section championship game with Blooming Prairie. Jech threw 157 pitches (1 ER, 5 H, 13 K’s) in truly earning her 15th victory of the year.

Baseball05-21 •Game1;L-A13,GMLOK3(GMLOK: Trenton Bleifus 1-2, RBI, R, SB. L-A: Zach Nelson 7 IP, 1 H, 3 R, 1 ER, 2 BB, 10 K, Win) > Game 2; L-A 13, GMLOK 7 (GMLOK: Jacob Rindels 2-3, 3B, 3 RBI, 2 R; Quinn Larson 0-0, 4 BB, 3 SB, R. L-A: Z. Nelson 3-4, 2 RBI, 3 R; Ryan Gnadt 3-3, 2 2B, 3 RBI) •PEM11, FC/L 1; 5 innings(FCL: Dan Gatzke 1-2 (teams only hit); team committed 8

errors) •R-P 1, W-K 11; 5 innings(R-P: Eric Courrier 1-2, RBI. W-K: Hunter Baab 3-4, 2B, 3B, 3 RBI, 2 R) •M-C 1, South Winneshiek1005-22 •Chatfield8,PEM9(C:JustinViss 3-4, 2B, 3B, 2 RBI, 2 R. PEM: Jack Ihrke 2-4, 3 RBI, 3 SB. Gophers led 8-7 heading to bottom of 7th. A leadoff walk and a 2B tied the game. With one out and the bases loaded (BB’s), Bulldog Aaron Grobe won the game with a walk-off single) •R-P 0, St. Charles 3 (SC:Tyler Storm 7 IP, 0 R, 4 H, 4 BB, 5 K, Win. Errors: Trojans 4, Saints 1) •FC/L 7, L-A 17; 5 innings(FCL: Tyler Eickhoff 3-3, 2B, 2 R, SB; Nick Powell 1-3, 2B, 2 RBI. L-A: Z. Nelson 2-4, 2B, 3 RBI, 3 R, 2 SB; R. Gnadt 2-3, 2B, RBI, 3 R)05-25 •Houston 14,M-C11 (Cou-gars finish regular season 4-8, 5-15)

Golf05-21 •S-S 1A East Meet (BoysTeam: *W-K 320, *Lanesboro 327, FC 333, Houston 351, R-P 354, L-A 362, Kingsland 381. Girls Team: *L-A 363 (won 1st via 5th score tie-breaker), *W-K 363, Lanesboro 369, FC 407, Kingsland 453, Houston 524. Asterisked teams advanced to Section meet) •BoysTop 6 (qualify for Sec-tion meet): Fletcher Blaschko (W-K) 77, Braden Hanson (L)

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Fillmore County Sports

The Preston Area Chamber of Commerce would like to send a big thank you to all of our

sponsors, volunteers and participants of the 2012 Preston Area

Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament.

It was a great success because of all of you.

Sincerely,The Preston Chamber Golf

Tournament Planning Committee

78, Alec Pierce (W-K) 79, Cory Strom (L) 79, Liam Dorn (L) 80, Nic Schmit (W-K) 80. Other Section Qualifiers: Spencer Kle-van (K), Mitch Johnson (FC), Ryan Mayer ( FC), Andy Todd (FC), Peter Rislove (FC), Charlie Krambeer (R-P), Hudson Stens-gard (R-P). Meet held at Coffee Mill Golf Course (Wabasha). •Girls Top 5 (All qualify forsection meet): Kaitlynn Hen-nessy (L-A) 81, Courtney Sill (W-K) 87, Alyssa Hartert (W-K) 87, Karli Bly (K) 87, Elli Hen-nessy (L-A) 87, Other Section Qualifiers: Johanna Bearson (L), Kiah Halvorson (L), Paige Hun-gerholt (L), Katie Tammel (FC),

Bryn Harmon (L), Jessie Tammel (FC), Laura Donney (FC), Kee-ley Todd (FC), Sam Trende (FC). Meet held at The Bluffs and Cof-fee Mill (Wabasha). 05-25 •Sub-Section 1AA East Meet(Chatfield’sMorganHenryquali-fied for the girls section meet)

Track and Field05-24 •S-S1AEast(Individual)Meet(Boys Team: Cotter (163), La Crescent (113), Chatfield (109), R-P/H 101, L/FC 90, C-SG 86, Kingsland 15. Girls Team: LC144, Chatfield 129, C-SG 113, R-P/H112.5,W-C105.5,L/FC47, Kingsland 37) •Boys Sectional Qualifiers:R-P/H > Dalton Mensink - 300 hurdles (1st), Long Jump (1st),

100 (3rd), & 200 (3rd); Dan Thorson - Triple Jump (1st); Hans Lundberg - Discus (2nd); Casey McLellan - 400 (3rd); Ryan Ruberg - 3200 (3rd); Zach Thelen - Pole Vault (3rd-tie); Jordan Agrimson - Pole Vault (3rd-tie); Tyler McLellan - Long Jump (3rd); the 4x100 (2nd C. McLellan/T. McLellan/Tristan Dahl/Noah Carlson). Chatfield > Jayme LaPlante - Discus (1st) & Shot Put (2nd); Nick Haffner - 110 & 300 hurdles (2nd, 2nd); Josh Johnson - 800 (2nd); Tyler Wondrow - High Jump (2nd); the 4x100 (3rd-Jeremy Benike/Dakota Martin/Tyler Grover/LaPlante); the 4x200 (3rd-Beni-ke/Martin/Matt Salerno/Bradee Brundridge); the 4x400 (2nd-Brundridge/Salerno/Benike/J.

Johnson); the 4x800 (4th-Alex Paulson/Justin Friedrich/Antho-ny Voight/J. Johnson). L/FC > Gabe Decker - Pole Vault (1st); Chris Collett - 1600 (3rd); Tan-ner Ristau - 100 (4th); Erik Peterson - 800 (4th); the 4x100 (1st-Andrew Coyle/Marcus Tucker/Niko Anderson/Ristau); the 4x200 (2nd-Coyle/Daulton Gartner/Tucker/Anderson); the 4x800 (3rd-Brandon Breitspre-cher/Zach Case/Quentin Case/Nathaniel Harrison). •Girls Sectional Qualifiers:R-P/H > Adria Timm - Discus (2nd) & Shot Put (3rd); Kate MacKenzie - 110 hurdles (3rd) & 300 hurdles (4th); Jordan Honken - Pole Vault (1st); Cody Manfull - Pole Vault (2nd); Jordyn Goree - Long Jump (2nd); the 4x100

(2nd-Amy Todd/Anna Ross/Anna Sweet/Goree); the 4x200 (2nd-Erika Hinz/Ross/Manfull/Todd). Chatfield > Maddy Kam-mer - 200 (1st); Karen Gomez - 1600 (1st) & 3200 (2nd); Kayla Woltz - 3200 (1st) & 1600 (2nd); Kyndra Neis - Shot Put (1st) & Discus (1st); Maddie Talamantes - 300 hurdles (2nd); Ashley Baker - 100 (3rd); Mariah Bell - 400 (3rd); the 4x100 & 4x200 teams (both 1st, Erin Kammer/Baker/Autum Erickson/M. Kammer); the 4x400 (3rd-Talamantes/Camille Rasmussen/H. Woltz/Bell). L/FC: Alisa Warnes - High Jump (3rd). Kingsland: Lacey Schwartz - 100 (2nd) & 200 (2nd); Marissa Bornholdt - Pole Vault (3rd).

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(HARMONY, Minn.) Whether you are an exercise enthusiast or someone wanting to support Habitat for Human-ity, walkers and runners are invited to Harmony, Minn., for the Harmony Hustle on Saturday, July 7. This event is sponsored by area volunteers, businesses and the Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce. All proceeds will benefit Habitat for Humanity Winona - Fillmore Counties.

3rd annual Harmony Hustle in support of Habitat for Humanity The route will take you from the Harmony Visitor Center north on the Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail and back. The entry fee for the 10K & 5K is $15 before June 15 and$20fromthenuntiltheevent;children age 10 and under are free. The entry fee for the 1K Kids Challenge is $5. T-shirtorders are guaranteed with reg-istrationsbeforeJune15foranadditional $10 for adult sizes(XXLis$12)and$10forchil-

dren’s sizes. Breakfast will be available for a free will dona-tion. Complimentary Sport-packs and refreshments will be provided for all participants. Awards will be presented to top three finishers in the 10K, Overall and top finishers in eachagegroupforthe5Kandall 1K participants. More infor-mation and online registration (or printable forms) can be found at www.habitatwinon-afillmore.org.

Individuals who would liketo volunteer or businesses that would like to sponsor the event, please contact Megan Grebe megan@habitatwinona.org 507.459.4199 or Ralph Beas-trom at selvigbb@harmonytel.net507.696.5979. Hustle to Harmony and join us in support of this great cause.

Adult Co-ed Soccer

This is free to all participants. Playing at Preston Elementary School soccer fields starting at 6:00 p.m. every Wednesday night from now until early fall. Questions? Call 507-251-5297.

Esta es la libertad de todos los participantes. Jugando en los campos de la escuela primaria Preston fútbol a partir a las 6:00 pm todos los miércoles por la noche a partir 16 de mayo 2012 y en funcionamiento hasta

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Friday, June 15➢ Have Fun biking...again...bike Clinic...1:00pm➢ danCe~karaoke Peterson am. legion, 8:30pm–12:30amsaturday, June 16➢ Men’s softball & refreshment stand, ballpark➢ brats, Hot dogs, Hot turkey sandwiches, walking tacos➢ Co-ed Volleyball tournament, ballpark, 10am➢ 17 Mile tractor ride – starts at 8am➢ Have Fun biking...again...bike Clinic...9:00am➢ 10am-4:30pm -norwegian artisan demonstrations/sale, Vendors: artists, antiques, Crafters, books, kubb tourn w/kubb set Prize, History storytellers, amish buggy rides➢ nordic dancers, 11:15-11:45 & 12:15-12:45➢ Food, 11am til gone - City Park - Cattlemen ribeye sandwich & arendahl High Flyers 4-H Club–Pie, ice Cream, Pop, root beer Floats, bake sales➢ bike tour -register at 205 n Church st., Peterson, Mn 55965 or online • 65 mi - Register by 11:00am • 2 Bike Tours - register by noon for parade line up • 15 mile tour, 35 mile tour➢ Grand Parade – 1:00 P.M. ➢ kids Games, Cotton Candy, snoCones - ballpark➢ danCe “the Freezers” at Peterson american legion, 8:30pm–12:30amsunday, June 21 - softball tournaments & refreshment stand, ballpark➢ Church service at Grace lutheran . . .10:00 a.M.

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We Salute Our Dairy Farmers!

By Jade Sexton Fillmore County has many dairy farms; 86 of them as of 2010, the vast majority of them run by families. These farms provide much more than milk and other dairy products. They do a lot for the local economy by supplying jobs as well. The milk they produce travels many miles and goes through many processes before ending up in the grocery stores.

Foremost Farms in Preston receives milk from many dif-ferent haulers. Plant manager John Ebner said that things have changed a lot in the last few years as far as the process. “Milk is now going directly to the processing plants,” said Ebner. Because of this, many trucks are now making longer trips to haul the milk where it needs to

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By Kirsten Zoellner “Drink milk. No, wait! Don’t drink milk. Oh, wait; our bad. Drink milk after all.” Similar to the butter versus margarine debate of the 90s, this is the rhetoric that bounces around, confusing the lot of us and making healthful nutrition decisions frustrating. Well, rest assured. Dairy is one of nature’s best and has been shown to be a beneficial part of the diet, as stated by typically conflicting sources.

It’s no secret that milk and other dairy products offer numerous essential nutrients including amino acids, calcium, magnesium, riboflavin, potas-sium, phosphorous, vitamins 1, B12, and D, as well as pantoth-enic acid, a known aid to the conditions of asthma, allegies, stress, anxiety, and respiratory and heart issues. These nutrients have been widely touted to fight calcium deficiency, high blood pressure, type 2 Diabetes, and

The Do’s and Don’ts of Dairy certain types of cancer. According to the National Dairy Council, “Nutrient-rich dairy foods not only help build healthy diets, they also contribute to healthier lives.” For years this has been the basis of claims for dairy-related orga-nizations such as the American Dairy Association, the Midwest Dairy Association, and the dairy council. But is it true? Many in the anti-dairy set dispute the validity of nutrition studies done by the USDA and other sources as corrupted by various dairy indus-tries. Arguments over organic and or grass-fed versus conventional-ly-raised, pasteurized versus non-pasteurized, low-fat versus whole fat, and more have seeded these disputes further. However, no one is arguing that dairy products can “do a body good” if consumed as part of a well-balanced diet. Take for instance the current hot topic of choice, the obesity issue. For years, many were under the impression that the consump-tion of dairy would not only make them fat, but clog their arteries, leading to heart attack or stroke, as well as complicating a whole host of other body issues. Now, a new study by a Swedish research team has us reeling from the results. In the study, those who con-sumed at least one serving of whole milk or cheese gained less weight than those who consumed low-fat or no dairy. Published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the findings are of no surprise to the Dairy Research Institute. “This research sup-ports previous studies showing that higher protein diets during weight loss may help preserve muscle while losing fat. Addition-ally, this study demonstrates that this higher protein diet can be achieved through an increase in dairy foods.” Of course, none of this will come as a surprise to farm-ers who’ve long seen pigs feed skimmed milk fatten faster than pigs fed whole milk, as noted by Dr. Joseph Mercola, a popular voice in the alternative medicine world and backer of the raw milk ‘movement.’ “A 2005 study pub-lished in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, found that this seeming paradox holds true for humans as well. After following almost 13,000 children for three years, they found that weight gain was associated with drinking reduced-fat and skim milk. However, they also con-cluded that it wasn’t dairy fat itself that caused the weight gain, but rather the excess calories.” The same rings true with the Weston A. Price Foundation, a proponent and advocate of nutri-ent-dense diets, particularly hor-mone and antibiotic-free whole, raw milk. “But Real Milk - full-fat, unprocessed milk from pasture-fed cows - contains vital nutrients like fat-soluble vitamins A and D,

calcium, vitamin B6, B12, and CLA (conjugated linoleic acid, a fatty acid naturally occurring in grass-fed beef and milk that reduces body fat and protects against cancer). Real milk is a source of complete protein and is loaded with enzymes.” These sentiments echo the findings of the recent DASH approach promoted by groups such as the U.S.-based National Heart, Lung, and Blood Insti-tute, the USDA, and Mayo Clinic. DASH, meaning Dietary Approaches to Stop Hyperten-sion, has demonstrated dramatic effects in lowering blood pressure through a diet rich in dairy prod-ucts, fruits, and vegetables. “Over the past decade, the importance of consuming a healthful diet

has emerged as an effective strat-egy together with recommended lifestyle practices to help man-age blood pressure and improve heart health. The landmark study, called the DASH Trial, provides compelling support for a blood pressure-lowering effect of dairy foods,” notes the National Dairy Council. Of course, all those countless farmers, who tell us that their day they drank milk straight out of the bulk tank and lived a good, long life serve as just as good a testament to the benefits of milk as those big organizations. In the end, we’re the best advocate for our own health and at least in the eyes of the 109 dairy farms in Fillmore County, that health includes cool, delicious milk.

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go. Milk from the area goes to places like Kwik Trip, Kemps, Zumbrota, and even to plants in Wisconsin. Foremost Farms in Preston has patrons in many states across the country. Ebner has worked in the plant for 33 years, and has been Plant Manager for five years. The plant itself has gone

through many changes over the years. “We are organic certified,” explained Ebner. “We have organic customers ship us their skim milk and we send it out east for yogurt production.” Foremost also condenses organic skim milk and dries it into a powdered form, and they do the same with buttermilk and why protein. These dried forms are sold to wholesale

retailers, and are used in many different food products. Ebner also explained that when they send whole milk from the farm to the process-ing plants, it is separated. The cream is used to make butter, and the skim milk is used in making cheese. Milk is also condensed to one-quarter the amount at the plant, making it easier and cheaper to haul. Sometimes the long trips hauling milk can cause it to separate, so trucks stop in to places like Foremost to have it mixed up. This helps maintain the quality of the milk. “The milk around here gets used a lot,” commented Ebner. “We run 24/7 around here. We are very busy.”

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The Farmers Cooperative Elevator Company has announced a major grain facility update at their South Fork location in the Village of Rushford. Board Chairman Steve Oian says the addition of a 514,000 bushel storage bin, 4,700 bushel/hour Zimmerman dryer and 85,000 bushel wet holding bin will take pressure off their feed and grain facility on the north side of the Root River in the City of Rushford. Construction began this spring. (See pictures at www.farmersco-opelevator.coop.)

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The Fillmore County Cattle-men are offering a $500 schol-arship for a young person who has been in 4-H/FFA or prepar-ing for a career in agriculture. The criteria for the scholar-ship is that the applicant’s par-ents/guardian must be mem-bers of the Fillmore County Cattlemen’s Association and applicant must be attending an accredited two- or four-year college. A high school senior or a college freshman or sopho-more can apply. The applicant must submit the application along with a letter of recommendation from an ag instructor, teacher, 4-H leader, FFA advisor or employ-er. Please contact Shari Boyum, 33940 County Road 33, Utica, MN 55979 or 507-875-2349 for an application. The appli-cation is due June 19. The scholarship will be presented at the annual steak fry to be held June 25 at Sylvan Park in Lanesboro.

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Thank You to Our Area Dairy Producers! Oian goes on, “In the past, the lines of farmer customers waiting to deliver grain to the elevator caused traffic congestion through Rushford on Highway 43. Adding drying and storage capability to South Fork will divert much of that traffic. Farmers will be able to weigh and dump their grain without leaving the scale, and the time to empty a semi-load of corn will drop from 15 minutes to less than four.” “I remember the board discussing adding grain storage at board meetings many years

ago,” says Director Greg Smith. “In retrospect, we should have added storage then. This facility expansion is long overdue. In fact, we discussed about ten years ago adding a scale and dryer, but updated our dryer at the Rushford Feed mill instead. I’m glad we’re moving forward in serving our farmer members.” Grain Division Manager Greg Boldt says it’s been a challenge to keep up with growth in the co-op’s grain volume the last few years. “We’re adding more options to members for grain price risk protection and are now offering Delayed Price Contracts, but an important part of continuing to grow in our grain business is increasing capacity in drying, handling and storage. This project will help all of these areas and speed things up tremendously for our customers hauling grain to us in the fall.” General Manager Todd Rosvold says the goal is to have the project fully completed by the start of harvest this fall. Lodermeier’s of Goodhue, a company with many years experience in building large grain facilities, is the general contractor for the project.

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Jerrold Tesmer, Extension Edu-cator for Fillmore/Houston Counties Two for the price of one! Two field days will take place at Brian Hazel’s farm on Tues-day, June 19. Brian has gra-ciously con-sented to host an Ag Nutri-ent Storage Field Day in the morning and Dairy Heif-er Grazing Field Day follow-ing lunch. You are welcome to come to one or both. The farm is located at 27919 State Hwy 250; the farm is approximately

4 miles North of Lanesboro. The Ag Nutrient Storage Field Day will begin at 10:00am at the 312’x212’x12.5’ manure basin that has a dual liner – 5ft of compacted clay soil liner with a second liner of concrete flatwork. The basin capacity total is 4,557,962 gallons or 609,353 cuft (useable volume below freeboard is 4,075,199 gallons or 544,813 cuft). The manure storage structure was designed for 14 months of stor-age based on 246 milk cows. Manure is transferred to the basin by a 4” Houle “Chopper Pump” type transfer system. While viewing the structure, a number of topics on Ag Nutri-ent Storage will be addressed.

Ag nutrient storage and heifer grazing field days

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Fillmore County Feedlot Offi-cer Mike Frauenkron, “Why it was needed”; NRCS District Conservationist Bob Joachim, “What was fixed”; and Brian Hazel, “Benefits of the new system.” The second half of the morn-ing discussion is how to best use this valuable fertilizer! SWCD Nutrient Management Special-ist Dawn Bernau, “Brian’s nutri-ent management plan”; Brian Hazel, “Benefits of the plan”; and Minnesota Department of Ag’s Kevin Kuehner, “Nutrient management studies”. Lunch is being served by Fill-more County Cattlemen with supporting sponsors Vorwerk Custom Pumping, Wykoff; K & R Implement, Fountain; and Crop Production Services, Har-mony. Following lunch, the Heifer Grazing Field Day will start at 1:00pm. Brian is currently grazing 137 heifers at a site, just north of the first loca-tion. The afternoon’s discussion will be led by Root River & Whitewater Grazing Specialist Dean Thomas, U of M Exten-sion Educator Jerry Tesmer, and Brian Hazel. Brian is strip graz-ing, with fencing and watering system to each paddock. Tem-porary fencing is used to move the heifers to fresh grass. Other Field Days to watch for: No-till Field Day, Travis Willford farm, Harmony, June 28; Dairy Field Day, Houston County, TBA; and a Beef Graz-ing Field Day, Jerry Frank farm, Caledonia, August 11.

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Full Restaurant, Bar and CateringGreat Meals, Cold Drinks, Good Fun!

Come for the food and stay for the fun! Open

April-Thanksgiving, enjoy the rustic charm of our

restaurant, bar and banquet rooms in the ‘nationally

registered’ historic barn. Our full menu for lunch

and dinner includes good quality, all-American

food reasonably priced with delicious homemade

touches. Try our famous home smoked ribs, pork

and brisket prepared with our own rubs and sauces.

Oh yeah, you’ll be back for more! We also have a full

bar with wine, beer and spirits. So stop in off the

trail, road or river and enjoy what you crave!

&Old Barn Resort Rivers’ Bend Golf

200 Acres of Fun

Nestled between Lanesboro & Preston

In Scenic Southeast Minnesota

800.552.2512 www.barnresort.com

Rivers’ Bend Golf CourseVoted ‘Bluff Country’s Best Golf Course’ 6 years +

18-Hole, Par 70 Golf FacilitiesRivers Bend Golf Course at the Old Barn Resort is

beautifully situated in the valley along rivers, trees

and rolling hills. The golf facilities include a driving

range, practice greens, rental clubs, carts and full

restaurant and bar for lunch, dinner or events. Our

front nine is inviting for any skill level, while the more

challenging back nine appeals to the avid golfer.

We accommodate tournaments and groups on our

course and will customize your event!

Our party rooms are great for weddings, reunions,

birthdays or whatever reason you’re celebrating!

We’ll customize your special occasion for groups of

2-250. More information and menu ideas at www.

barnresort.com.

Parties • Weddings • Reunions!

800.552.2512 www.barnresort.com

• RV & Tent Campground

• 4 Room, 38 Bed Hostel

• 18-hole Golf Facility

• Restaurant & Bar

• Events & Banquets

• State Bike Trail

• Canoes, Tubes, Bikes

• Excellent Trout Fishing

• Indoor Heated Pool

• Gorgeous Scenery

Find the Time to Play!

What We Offer At A Glance:

Full Restaurant,

Bar and Catering

Great Meals, Cold Drinks, Good Fun!

Come for the food and stay for the fun! Open

April-Thanksgiving, enjoy the rustic charm of our

restaurant, bar and banquet rooms in the ‘nationally

registered’ historic barn. Our full menu for lunch

and dinner includes good quality, all-American

food reasonably priced with delicious homemade

touches. Try our famous home smoked ribs, pork

and brisket prepared with our own rubs and sauces.

Oh yeah, you’ll be back for more! We also have a full

bar with wine, beer and spirits. So stop in off the

trail, road or river and enjoy what you crave!

&Old Barn Resort

Rivers’ Bend Golf

200 Acres of Fun

Nestled between Lanesboro & Preston

In Scenic Southeast Minnesota

800.552.2512

www.barnresort.com

Rivers’ Bend

Golf Course

Voted ‘Bluff Country’s

Best Golf Course’ 6 years +

18-Hole, Par 70 Golf Facilities

Rivers Bend Golf Course at the Old Barn Resort is

beautifully situated in the valley along rivers, trees

and rolling hills. The golf facilities include a driving

range, practice greens, rental clubs, carts and full

restaurant and bar for lunch, dinner or events. Our

front nine is inviting for any skill level, while the more

challenging back nine appeals to the avid golfer.

We accommodate tournaments and groups on our

course and will customize your event!

Our party rooms are great for weddings, reunions,

birthdays or whatever reason you’re celebrating!

We’ll customize your special occasion for groups of

2-250. More information and menu ideas at www.

barnresort.com.

Parties • Weddings • Reunions!

800.552.2512 www.barnresort.com

• RV & Tent Campground

• 4 Room, 38 Bed Hostel

• 18-hole Golf Facility

• Restaurant & Bar

• Events & Banquets

• State Bike Trail

• Canoes, Tubes, Bikes

• Excellent Trout Fishing

• Indoor Heated Pool

• Gorgeous Scenery

Find the Time to Play!

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National Trout Center507.765.4700PO Box 512Preston, MN 55965www.nationaltroutcenter.org

The National Trout Center (NTC) provides hands-on activities to engage the public in awareness of the environment and cold-water fishery resources of the driftless region and the arts and crafts related to trout fishing. Students and groups meet at field sites or the NTC where experienced instructors will lead activities of various durations. The NTC also offers seminars, lectures, and workshops on-site at the NTC or prearranged on location at schools, community centers, or other public meeting sites. The NTC provides retail merchandise related to our mission through website sales and in our gift shop.The NTC lies in the heart of the four-state unglaciated region:

of the upper Midwest.

Preston is the“ Trout Capital of

Minnesota”

The go-to place for “Al l Things Trout”

www.nationaltroutcenter.org

Appointments & scheduling Please contact the NTC by telephone (507-765-4700) or email info@nationaltroutcenter.org to be added to the contact list. NTC hours of operation and program scheduling are also hosted on our website. The NTC will assist in finding lodging/camping accomodations for your group.

SUPPORTthe ntc Become A friend Your donation can be designated for any of the following: •ProgramSupport •CulturalHeritage/Trout&theArts •EducationalFieldTrips •Endowment •StreamEcology/Environment •EducationalPrograms •MemorialHonorarium

Lectures, traveLogues, seminars, & cuLturaLeventsAre also scheduled by the NTC at regular intervals throughout the year. Our newsletter and website will inform visitors of the calendar of events for talks, art exhibits, book signings and other activities of interest to fishers, residents and visitors to the driftless area.

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“The National Trout Center seeks to conserve our natural and cultural heritage of trout and their cold-water environments by engaging the public through education, practice and awareness.”

Driftless Area

National Trout Center507.765.4700PO Box 512Preston, MN 55965www.nationaltroutcenter.org

The National Trout Center (NTC) provides hands-on activities to engage the public in awareness of the environment and cold-water fishery resources of the driftless region and the arts and crafts related to trout fishing. Students and groups meet at field sites or the NTC where experienced instructors will lead activities of various durations. The NTC also offers seminars, lectures, and workshops on-site at the NTC or prearranged on location at schools, community centers, or other public meeting sites. The NTC provides retail merchandise related to our mission through website sales and in our gift shop.

The NTC lies in the heart of the four-state unglaciated region:

of the upper Midwest.

Preston is the“ Trout Capital of

Minnesota”

The go-to place for “Al l Things Trout”

www.nationaltroutcenter.org

Appointments & scheduling Please contact the NTC by telephone (507-765-4700) or email info@nationaltroutcenter.org to be added to the contact list. NTC hours of operation and program scheduling are also hosted on our website. The NTC will assist in finding lodging/camping accomodations for your group.

SUPPORTthe ntc

Become A friend Your donation can be designated for any of the following: •ProgramSupport •CulturalHeritage/Trout&theArts •EducationalFieldTrips •Endowment •StreamEcology/Environment •EducationalPrograms •MemorialHonorarium

Lectures, traveLogues, seminars, & cuLturaL

eventsAre also scheduled by the NTC at regular intervals throughout the year. Our newsletter and website will inform visitors of the calendar of events for talks, art exhibits, book signings and other activities of interest to fishers, residents and visitors to the driftless area.

WE DO&WHOWE ARE

WHAT

MISSIONOUR

“The National Trout Center seeks to conserve our natural and cultural heritage of trout

and their cold-water environments by engaging the public through

education, practice and awareness.”

Driftless Area

Minnesota’s trout Capital

www.prestonmntourism.com

HoMe of tHe national trout Center

2012

©explore Minnesota tourism

Preston’s Rich with History and Heritagepreston, Minnesota’s trout Capital and home of the national trout Center, is a thriving family-friendly community located on the root river in scenic Historic Bluff Country.

the City is also known as the fillmore County seat and as a popular biking destination with 60 miles of paved trails to enjoy along two state bike trails running directly through the heart of preston.preston was founded by John Kaercher in 1853. the location was desirable as the root river afforded opportunities for Mr. Kaercher to establish his two flour mills along the river. the area offered abundant supplies of timber, water power, stonework and railway service. preston is named after the town’s first postmaster, luther preston, a good friend and employee of Mr. Kaercher.

located in the “Driftless area” of the state, the preston area was untouched by glaciers and is now a mecca of karst geology, hardwood forests, abundant wildlife, and numerous

springs, brooks and streams.

Visitors to preston can experience a variety of outdoor adventure activities. exceptional trout fishing, hunting, canoeing, tubing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, swimming, golfing, cross country skiing and snowmobiling fun awaits.

preston offers shopping, fine dining, unique overnight accommodations and camping facilities. reach us via the Historic Bluff Country national scenic Byway or fly into the fillmore County airport to start your preston adventure experience.

Fun For Everyone! Preston Area AttractionsforestVille/MYsterY CaVe state parK:Go back in time as costumed guides go about their daily 19th century business at Historic forestville, a pioneer village.

take a naturalist led tour of Mystery Cave, the longest cave in Minnesota, featuring stalactites, stalagmites and underground pools. the state park offers blue ribbon trout fishing streams, camping, horseback riding trails, horse camping facilities, cross country skiing and snowmobile trails. 507-352-5111 www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/forestville_mystery_cave/index.htmlHistoriC Bluff CountrY national sCeniC BYwaY:

Drive along Hwy 16, designated a national scenic Byway that passes through preston, one of several scenic river towns along this 88 mile route. enjoy quaint country charm and breathtaking scenery as you pass impressive limestone bluffs, acres of hardwood forest, and numerous rivers and streams which delight fishermen, birdwatchers, photographers, and motorcyclists alike. www.byways.org or www.bluffcountry.com

in 2011 this drive between forestville and laCrescent was named Best fall Drive by Minnesota Monthly Magazine . Explore and Discover/Area Activities and Tours~ Historical self-guided driving and walking tour brochures available at the preston tourism Center, Hwy. 52 n, preston.

HarMonY-preston ValleY state BiKe trail:ride over gentle hills with great views on this 18 mile multiple use trail between preston and Harmony.

a new 1 mile extension of the trail has been added west of preston heading towards forestville state park.

the root river trail connects with the Harmony-preston trail near isinours forest. www.rootrivertrail.org

fillMore CountY fair: JulY 24-28the fillmore County fair is held annually in July at the fair grounds located in preston. some of the highlights include 4-H and open class exhibits, carnival, rodeo and demolition derby grandstand events. www.fillmorecountyfair.com

root riVer fisH & wilDlife:the root river offers trout fishing, as seen on espn-tV, Browns, Brookies & rainbows. it’s also one of the top 10 trout waters in the Midwest by “outdoor life Magazine”.

preston has some of the finest trout streams in the state. three fishing platforms provide access to trout fishing in Camp Creek just outside of preston. Brown trout are the best suited to the southeast streams. also some small southeast tributaries support wild brook trout, while other streams are stocked with brookies. there are many species of fish inhabiting the river including: brown, rainbow & brook trout, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, rock bass, sunfish, crappies and rough fish.

c. 1865, St. Paul StreetPreston ,MN

aMisH BuGGY BYwaY:

the amish communities near preston are frequent users of Hwy 52 between preston and prosper. Most of the amish farmsteads are located off the highway on county roads. Drive carefully as you pass their horse and buggy vehicles which remind us of a bygone era when our ancestors moved through the countryside in the same manner.preston farMer’s MarKet:enjoy purchasing fresh and healthy home grown garden produce, grass fed meat products, eggs, and other handmade crafts from several tri-county vendors, including local amish vendors. open

fridays 11-5, May-october. preston trailhead location near fairgrounds.

MilwauKee eleVator:

this original Milwaukee elevator Co. grain building is also home to a restored 1939 Milwaukee road boxcar. future improvements include a soon to be restored 1953 Milwaukee road caboose and the reconstruction of former elevator buildings enabling the site to become a grain elevator and transportation interpretive center highlighting grain handling and rural agricultural practices over the years. located next to the trailhead.

root riVer state BiKe trail:this scenic rural trail runs through the heart of Bluff Country, following the path of the root river. enjoy 42 miles of paved trails for biking, hiking, jogging, inline skating and cross country skiing. www.rootrivertrail.org

©explore Minnesota tourism

the root river supports over 40 species of birds, it is quite common to see blue herons, egrets and wood ducks moving about the rivers edge. raptors in the area include red-tailed hawks, osprey, turkey vultures and bald eagles. Hunters love the wooded hilly area as the wooded shores & farm land harbor other animals such as white tail deer, wild turkey, pheasants, partridge, grouse, gray fox, red fox, coyotes, raccoons, woodchucks, squirrels, weasels, badgers and rabbits.attention Bikers & Campers: Chimney swifts in preston equals “no MosQuitoes”in 2011 audubon Minnesota recognized preston as having the largest & most active Chimney swift population in the state. this unique bird is about 5 inches long, weighs less than one ounce, has a wing span up to 12 inches, and winters in the amazon basin. swifts are among the fastest fliers in the bird world and spend all day in the air and come to rest only at night, using masonry chimneys as their ideal nesting and roosting spot. they feed exclusively on flying insects, like mosquitoes, which is “Good news” for bikers & campers in preston.

the increased practice of capping chimneys has caused swift populations to decline by about 50% over the last 40 years. thankfully, necessary repair work was completed in the spring of 2012 on the trailhead inn & suites chimney, ensuring that Chimney swifts will continue to call preston their Minnesota home of choice for years to come thank you: Zumbro Valley audubon society, preston foundation, Mn Dnr, preston Historical society, and Corson family for making these repairs possible.

Preston is only …- 7 miles from lanesboro, Mn - 10 miles from Harmony, Mn- 35 miles from rochester, Mn

- 35 miles from Decorah, ia - 60 miles from laCrosse, wi - 70 miles from albert lea, Mn - 120 miles from Minneapolis/st. paul, Mn

Come Visit the…“national trout Center”120 st. anthony street s., preston, Mn 507-765-4700

Go To…nationaltroutcenter.org

for hours of operation and promotional events

March 201231 ECFE Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch, Christ Lutheran Church April 201213 United Methodist Cod Fish Supper 14 MN Trout Fishing Opener, State Wide18 Mystery Cave Opens for Tours27-29 Bluff Country Studio Arts Tour

May 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am18,19,20 Preston Trout Days Celebration (Craft Show, Garage Sales, Car Show, Fishing Contest, Dance, Parade, Family Fun Activities, Food Vendors, Tractor Pull, Golf Tournament & More)26 South Forestville in Territorial Times, Historic Forestville

June 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am9 Bread & Butter Day, Historic Forestville

Preston Events

July 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am4 Independence Day at Forestville, Historic Forestville13 Relay For Life, Preston Fair Grounds22 Fillmore County Pork Producers Fly-In Drive-In Break fast held at Fillmore County Airport, Rural Preston24-28 Fillmore County Fair, Preston28-29 8th Annual Men’s Fast Pitch Tournament

August 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am18 Pickle It, Historic Forestville September 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am1 By The Light of The Lantern, Historic Forestville8 Preston Area Boy Scout Troop 67 Spaghetti Dinner & Auction15 Taste Of The Trail (celebrate biking & sample local foods)15 Preston Area Boy Scout Troop 67 Pancake Breakfast15 City Wide Garage Sales, Firemen’s Dance

October 2012May-Oct.Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am6 Harvest Day, Historic Forestville20 Apple Butter Making, Historic Forestville27 Preston Pumpkin Fest November 201222 Fillmore County Turkey Day Run

December 20121 Lions Breakfast with Santa2 Christ Lutheran Norwegian Buffet & Gift Shoppe25 Community Christmas Day Complimentary Dinner January 201319 Preston’s Candle Light Ski & Chili Cook Off Contest

Nearby and Surrounding Attractions

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center• Treetops High Ropes Course• Team Building• Recreational & Educational Classes• Overnight Accommodationswww.eagle-bluff.orglocated in the bluff lands of Lanesboro, MN

Niagara CaveRated one of the “Top Ten” caves in the U.S. Niagara Cave offers one hour guided tours through amazing limestone cave. Also has gemstone mining, gift shop and picnic grounds. 800-837-6606 Harmony, MN • www.niagaracave.com

fillmore County History Center & Genealogy library202 Co. rd. 8 fountain, Mn ~ 507-507-268-4449fillmorecountyhistory.wordpress.com

preston’s 2011 Best of Bluff CountrY winners:• B&B Bowl ~ Voted “Best Breakfast”• Branding Iron Restaurant ~ Voted “Best Steaks” & “Best Date spot”• Jailhouse Inn ~ Voted “Best B&B”• Old Barn Resort (Rural Preston) ~ Voted “Best Camping” & “Best Golfing”• Forestville State Park (Rural Preston) ~ Voted “Best Hiking”• Country Trails Inn & Suites ~ Voted “Best Lodging”

Nearby and Surrounding Attractions

the national trout Center (NTC) provides hands-on activities to engage the public in awareness of the environment and cold-water fishery resources of the driftless region and

the arts and crafts related to trout fishing. students and groups meet at field sites or the ntC where experienced instructors will lead activities of various durations. the ntC also offers seminars, lectures, and workshops on-site at the ntC or prearranged on location at schools, community centers, or other public meeting sites.

Fishing Guides,Outfitting Services & Bike RentalsLittle River General Store105 Coffee Street East, Lanesboro, MN507-467-2943 or 800-994-2943www.lrgeneralstore.net

RV Supplies, Bike, Kayak, Canoe Rental & Sales and Tubing Rental

SE, Minnesota Guiding ServiceCatch and ReleaseWade or Float

Troutlaws Fly Fishing Guide Service

Dan Michener, 507-268-4266www.troutlaws.com

Successful bait and spinner trout fishing for families, small groups, couples, individuals. Everything provided for great day or 1/2-day. Les Nelson 507-459-6999 www.RootRiverFishing.com

RootRiverFishing.com

507-301-9581

~ poet Biorefining agri tour - corn ethanol production tours. Call ahead to arrange tour: 507-765-4548. ~ Hoffmann stables equine reproduction. Call 507-765-2250 facility tours, educational equine reproduction classes.~ Amish Tours: • Walt Hansen, Preston, MN 507-765-2477~ amish tours by rose 507-261-0474 www.amishtoursbyrose.com~ Dnr snowmobiling trails. fillmore County has

260 miles of trails. www.mndnr.gov snowmobiling/

Explore and Discover/Area Activities and Tours

Cannon Valley OutdoorsGuided fly fishying trips for trout throughout the driftless area of Southeast MN, Northeast IA and Southwest WI with Clay Peterson.www.cannonvalleyoutdoors.com

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Minnesota’s trout Capital

www.prestonmntourism.com

HoMe of tHe national trout Center

2012

©explore Minnesota tourism

Preston’s Rich with History and Heritagepreston, Minnesota’s trout Capital and home of the national trout Center, is a thriving family-friendly community located on the root river in scenic Historic Bluff Country.

the City is also known as the fillmore County seat and as a popular biking destination with 60 miles of paved trails to enjoy along two state bike trails running directly through the heart of preston.

preston was founded by John Kaercher in 1853. the location was desirable as the root river afforded opportunities for Mr. Kaercher to establish his two flour mills along the river. the area offered abundant supplies of timber, water power, stonework and railway service. preston is named after

the town’s first postmaster, luther preston, a good friend and employee of Mr. Kaercher.

located in the “Driftless area” of the state, the preston area was untouched by glaciers and is now a mecca of karst geology, hardwood forests, abundant wildlife, and numerous springs, brooks and streams.

Visitors to preston can experience a variety of outdoor adventure activities. exceptional trout fishing, hunting, canoeing, tubing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, swimming, golfing, cross country skiing and snowmobiling fun awaits.

preston offers shopping, fine dining, unique overnight accommodations and camping facilities. reach us via the Historic Bluff Country national scenic Byway or fly into the fillmore County airport to start your preston adventure experience.

Fun For Everyone! Preston Area AttractionsforestVille/MYsterY CaVe state parK:

Go back in time as costumed guides go about their daily 19th century business at Historic forestville, a pioneer village. take a naturalist led tour of Mystery Cave, the longest cave in Minnesota, featuring stalactites, stalagmites and underground pools. the state park offers blue ribbon trout fishing streams, camping, horseback riding trails, horse camping facilities, cross country skiing and snowmobile trails. 507-352-5111 www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/forestville_mystery_cave/index.html

HistoriC Bluff CountrY national sCeniC BYwaY:

Drive along Hwy 16, designated a national scenic Byway that passes through preston, one of several scenic river towns along this 88 mile route. enjoy quaint country charm and breathtaking scenery as you pass impressive limestone bluffs, acres of hardwood forest, and numerous rivers and streams which delight fishermen, birdwatchers, photographers, and motorcyclists alike. www.byways.org or www.bluffcountry.com

in 2011 this drive between forestville and laCrescent was named Best fall Drive by Minnesota Monthly Magazine .

Explore and Discover/Area Activities and Tours~ Historical self-guided driving and walking tour brochures available at the preston tourism Center, Hwy. 52 n, preston.

HarMonY-preston ValleY state BiKe trail:

ride over gentle hills with great views on this 18 mile multiple use trail between preston and Harmony.

a new 1 mile extension of the trail has been added west of preston heading towards forestville state park.

the root river trail connects with the Harmony-preston trail near isinours forest. www.rootrivertrail.org

fillMore CountY fair: JulY 24-28

the fillmore County fair is held annually in July at the fair grounds located in preston. some of the highlights include 4-H and open class exhibits, carnival, rodeo and demolition derby grandstand events. www.fillmorecountyfair.com

root riVer fisH & wilDlife:

the root river offers trout fishing, as seen on espn-tV, Browns, Brookies & rainbows. it’s also one of the top 10 trout waters in the Midwest by “outdoor life Magazine”.

preston has some of the finest trout streams in the state. three fishing platforms provide access to trout fishing in Camp Creek just outside of preston. Brown trout are the best suited to the southeast streams. also

some small southeast tributaries support wild brook trout, while other streams are stocked with brookies. there are many species of fish inhabiting the river including: brown, rainbow & brook trout, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, rock bass, sunfish, crappies and rough fish.

c. 1865, St. Paul StreetPreston ,MN

aMisH BuGGY BYwaY:

the amish communities near preston are frequent users of Hwy 52 between preston and prosper. Most of the amish farmsteads are located off the highway on county roads. Drive carefully as you pass their horse and buggy vehicles which remind us of a bygone era when our ancestors moved through the countryside in the same manner.

preston farMer’s MarKet:

enjoy purchasing fresh and healthy home grown garden produce, grass fed meat products, eggs, and other handmade crafts from several tri-county vendors, including local amish vendors. open fridays 11-5, May-october. preston trailhead location near fairgrounds.

MilwauKee eleVator:

this original Milwaukee elevator Co. grain building is also home to a restored 1939 Milwaukee road boxcar. future improvements include a soon to be restored 1953 Milwaukee road caboose and the reconstruction of former elevator buildings enabling the site to become a grain elevator and transportation interpretive center highlighting grain handling and rural agricultural practices over the years. located next to the trailhead.

root riVer state BiKe trail:

this scenic rural trail runs through the heart of Bluff Country, following the path of the root river. enjoy 42 miles of paved trails for biking, hiking, jogging, inline skating and cross country skiing. www.rootrivertrail.org

©explore Minnesota tourism

the root river supports over 40 species of birds, it is quite common to see blue herons, egrets and wood ducks moving about the rivers edge. raptors in the area include red-tailed hawks, osprey, turkey vultures and bald eagles. Hunters love the wooded hilly area as the wooded shores & farm land harbor other animals such as white tail deer, wild turkey, pheasants, partridge, grouse, gray fox, red fox, coyotes, raccoons, woodchucks, squirrels, weasels, badgers and rabbits.

attention Bikers & Campers: Chimney swifts in preston equals “no MosQuitoes”

in 2011 audubon Minnesota recognized preston as having the largest & most active Chimney swift population in the state. this unique bird is about 5 inches long, weighs less than one ounce, has a wing span up to 12 inches, and winters in the amazon basin. swifts are among the fastest fliers in the bird world and spend all day in the air and come to rest only at night, using masonry chimneys as their ideal nesting and roosting spot. they feed exclusively on flying insects, like mosquitoes, which is “Good news” for bikers & campers in preston.

the increased practice of capping chimneys has caused swift populations to decline by about 50% over the last 40 years. thankfully, necessary repair work was completed in the spring of 2012 on the trailhead inn & suites chimney, ensuring that Chimney swifts will continue to call preston their Minnesota home of choice for years to come thank you: Zumbro Valley audubon society, preston foundation, Mn Dnr, preston Historical society, and Corson family for making these repairs possible.

Preston is only …- 7 miles from lanesboro, Mn - 10 miles from Harmony, Mn- 35 miles from rochester, Mn

- 35 miles from Decorah, ia - 60 miles from laCrosse, wi - 70 miles from albert lea, Mn

- 120 miles from Minneapolis/st. paul, Mn

Come Visit the…

“national trout Center”120 st. anthony street s., preston, Mn 507-765-4700

Go To…nationaltroutcenter.org

for hours of operation and promotional events

March 201231 ECFE Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch, Christ Lutheran Church April 201213 United Methodist Cod Fish Supper 14 MN Trout Fishing Opener, State Wide18 Mystery Cave Opens for Tours27-29 Bluff Country Studio Arts Tour May 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am18,19,20 Preston Trout Days Celebration (Craft Show, Garage Sales, Car Show, Fishing Contest, Dance, Parade, Family Fun Activities, Food Vendors, Tractor Pull, Golf Tournament & More)26 South Forestville in Territorial Times, Historic Forestville June 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am9 Bread & Butter Day, Historic Forestville

Preston Events

July 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am4 Independence Day at Forestville, Historic Forestville13 Relay For Life, Preston Fair Grounds22 Fillmore County Pork Producers Fly-In Drive-In Break fast held at Fillmore County Airport, Rural Preston24-28 Fillmore County Fair, Preston28-29 8th Annual Men’s Fast Pitch Tournament

August 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am18 Pickle It, Historic Forestville

September 2012May-Oct. Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am1 By The Light of The Lantern, Historic Forestville8 Preston Area Boy Scout Troop 67 Spaghetti Dinner & Auction15 Taste Of The Trail (celebrate biking & sample local foods)15 Preston Area Boy Scout Troop 67 Pancake Breakfast15 City Wide Garage Sales, Firemen’s Dance

October 2012May-Oct.Preston Farmers Market, Fridays starting at 11am6 Harvest Day, Historic Forestville20 Apple Butter Making, Historic Forestville27 Preston Pumpkin Fest

November 201222 Fillmore County Turkey Day Run

December 20121 Lions Breakfast with Santa2 Christ Lutheran Norwegian Buffet & Gift Shoppe25 Community Christmas Day Complimentary Dinner January 201319 Preston’s Candle Light Ski & Chili Cook Off Contest

Nearby and Surrounding Attractions

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center• Treetops High Ropes Course• Team Building• Recreational & Educational Classes• Overnight Accommodationswww.eagle-bluff.org

located in the bluff lands of Lanesboro, MN

Niagara CaveRated one of the “Top Ten” caves in the U.S. Niagara Cave offers one hour guided tours through amazing limestone cave. Also has gemstone mining, gift shop and picnic grounds. 800-837-6606 Harmony, MN • www.niagaracave.com

fillmore County History Center & Genealogy library202 Co. rd. 8 fountain, Mn ~ 507-507-268-4449

fillmorecountyhistory.wordpress.com

preston’s 2011 Best of Bluff CountrY winners:

• B&B Bowl ~ Voted “Best Breakfast”• Branding Iron Restaurant ~ Voted “Best Steaks” & “Best Date spot”• Jailhouse Inn ~ Voted “Best B&B”• Old Barn Resort (Rural Preston) ~ Voted “Best Camping” & “Best Golfing”• Forestville State Park (Rural Preston) ~ Voted “Best Hiking”• Country Trails Inn & Suites ~ Voted “Best Lodging”

Nearby and Surrounding Attractions

the national trout Center (NTC) provides hands-on activities to engage the public in awareness of the environment and cold-water fishery resources of the driftless region and

the arts and crafts related to trout fishing. students and groups meet at field sites or the ntC where experienced instructors will lead activities of various durations. the ntC also offers seminars,

lectures, and workshops on-site at the ntC or prearranged on location at schools, community centers, or other public meeting sites.

Fishing Guides,Outfitting Services & Bike Rentals

Little River General Store105 Coffee Street East, Lanesboro, MN

507-467-2943 or 800-994-2943www.lrgeneralstore.net

RV Supplies, Bike, Kayak, Canoe Rental & Sales

and Tubing Rental

SE, Minnesota Guiding ServiceCatch and Release

Wade or Float

Troutlaws Fly Fishing Guide Service

Dan Michener, 507-268-4266www.troutlaws.com

Successful bait and spinner trout fishing for families, small groups, couples, individuals. Everything provided for great day or 1/2-day. Les Nelson 507-459-6999

www.RootRiverFishing.com

RootRiverFishing.com

507-301-9581

~ poet Biorefining agri tour - corn ethanol production tours. Call ahead to arrange tour: 507-765-4548.

~ Hoffmann stables equine reproduction. Call 507-765-2250 facility tours, educational equine reproduction classes.

~ Amish Tours: • Walt Hansen, Preston, MN 507-765-2477

~ amish tours by rose 507-261-0474 www.amishtoursbyrose.com

~ Dnr snowmobiling trails. fillmore County has 260 miles of trails. www.mndnr.gov snowmobiling/

Explore and Discover/Area Activities and Tours

Cannon Valley OutdoorsGuided fly fishying trips for trout throughout the driftless area of Southeast MN, Northeast IA and

Southwest WI with Clay Peterson.www.cannonvalleyoutdoors.com

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2012 Community Events

ContentsAttractions

4-9

Recreation/Camping 10-11

Lodging

12-13

Shopping 14-17, 20-22

Map

18-19

Dining/Beverages 23-25

Services/Industry 26-35

Welcome To Harmony!

7 April 27 - 29 – Bluff Country Studio Art Tour

Demonstrations and sale of work. www.bluffcountrystudioarttour.com

7 June-October, Saturdays – Amish Farmers’ Markets

7 June 27 – Family Fun Day with Music in the Park

7 July 3 – Firemen’s Dance Featuring Gemini

7 July 4 – Harmony Fourth of July Celebration

Parade, Band Concerts, Ice Cream Social, Games, Dances and Fireworks.

7 July 6 -7 – Musical “Liberty: A Musical Celebration of Freedom”

Fundraiser for Habitat For Humanity Winona - Fillmore Counties

7 July 7 – Harmony Hustle

10K Run and 5K Run/Walk, 1K Kids Challenge.

Register at www.habitatwinona.org7 September 15 – Root River Trail Towns “A Taste of the Trail”

7 October 6 – Fall Foliage

Fall foliage tours, apple treats, art show, children’s events,

Niagara Cave, Amish tours and more7 November 17 – Holiday Fest

Arts, Crafts and Gift Show at Fillmore Central High School

Cover Page by Diane Hernandez, dianeH photography

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Page 22 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, June 4, 2012 The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week.

THIS IS ONLY A PARTIAL LISTINGTOP QUALITY THROUGHOUT ENTIRE AUCTION

(16) ANTIQUE GAS ENGINESNOVO upright 3 hp on cart; Fuller & Johnson 2½ hp, Model NC on cart; Fairbanks & Morris 2 hp, Model Z, style D on cart; John Deere 1½ hp, type E on cart; (2) Int'l 1½-2½ hp, type LB on carts; McCormick 1½ hp on cart; Maytag twin cylinder kick start on cart; Maytag single cylinder, model 92M on cart; Maytag single cylinder, model 31M on cart; Briggs & Stratton, Model FH kick start on cart; (2) Int'l Model LB on cart; Int'l Model LA on cart; Lauson 1½-2½ hp, type W700 on cart; Fuller & Johnson Model 1½ and 2½ hp on cart; Maytag oil cans; Misc. gas engine parts and steel wheels for carts; Evinrude Mate outboard boat engine; Cummins vintage round blade tree saw; Old steel wheel cement mixer (NOVA engine came form this unit); Oak Barlow Seeling hand crank washing machine, restored, very nice.FARMALL CUB, ALLIS CHALMERS G, JOHN DEERE UNSTYLED

A, JOHN DEERE D, ANTIQUE FARM IMPLEMENTSFarmall Cub, restored, rear wheel weights, PTO, fenders, SN: FCU6133572; Allis Chalmers Model G restored, new tires, SN: G2245; John Deere A unstyled, flat spokes rear, round spokes front, new rubber, SN: 424126; John Deere Model D, flat spokes rear, round spokes front, good sheet metal, SN: 121326; McCormick Model 200 manure spreader, ground driven; McCormick Little Genius 2-bottom plow on rubber, restored; McCormick Little Genius 2-bottom plow on steel, restored; McCormick 1-bottom walking plow, restored; John Deere 3-bottom plow, restored; John Deere 7.5' Van Brunt dig-ger, pull type; 4-section spike tooth drag and evener.

FARM PRIMITIVES, ANTIQUE WRENCHES & TOOLS, RESTORED CORN SHELLERS, BURR MILLS, RELATED ITEMS

OF INTEREST, SCALE MODEL SAW MILLShop built saw mill, 100" long w/draw bar trailer, belt drive (very nicely built); John Deere #1B corn sheller, restored; (2) McCormick restored corn shellers; New Idea restored corn sheller; (3) Single and double hopper burr mills; Restored belt drive band saw; Sears Roebuck corn sheller; Fanning mills; Belt driven sharpening stone; Farm Master restored seed cleaner; Black walnut rough sawn lumber; Oliver goat wagon, restored; Cross cut saws; 2-man saws; Ice saws; Jr. seeders; 50+ Old brass gas torches; Barn lanterns; Egg baskets; Block and tackle; Post drill; 50+ Animal traps; New house bear trap; Screw jacks; Steel wheels; Anvil; Cast-iron tractor seats; Tractor saw rig; Cradle scythe; Antique posthole digger, unique; (2) Potbelly stoves; Keen Kutter pipe wrench; Winchester padlock; Winchester hand crank food grinder; 50+ Mini bench vises; Good amount of antique hand tools - Maytag, JD, Wisgo, Archer; Texaco oil cans; Antique apple peeler; Stanley #181 wood plane; Rope maker; US Army pick axe, marked US.

NEW HOLLAND SKID LOADER, TRAILERS, BUICK CAR, DODGE PICKUP

NH L465 skid loader, super boom, 58" bucket, good rubber, 2,891 act. hrs.; 2009 P.J. 18' flatbed trailer, tandem axle, 8,500 lb. axles, brakes, ramp, winch; Maxi Dump 8.5' dump box, elec. over hyd., tandem axle; 9'x6' single axle trailer, tilt bed; 8'x4' single axle trailer; 2001 Buick Century 4-dr., 59,975 miles, PW/PS, 3100 6 cylinder auto trans., nice car; 1995 Dodge SLT 1500 Ram, 2WD, 318 V8, auto trans., 151,000 miles. JOHN DEERE LAWN & GARDEN TRACTORS, STIHL TRIMMERS,

OTHER RELATED ITEMSJD 425 all-wheel steer garden tractor w/64" mower deck, 668 hrs. (nice); JD 318 hydro, 48" mower deck, 704 hrs.; JD 42" front mount snowblower; JD 2-pt. 32" garden tiller; JD 1046 3-pt. box blade; JD 15 gal. sprayer; JD A-50 kerosene heater; Stihl FS90 trimmer; Stihl HT131 tree branch trimmer saw; Craftsman gas 10" tiller; MW 5 hp garden tiller; Ranch King 44" Swisher pull-type finishing mower; Live traps; Large amount of shovels, forks, lawn tools; Lawn rollers; Wheelbarrows; Estate 6-wheel lawn rake; Jonsered CS2250 gas chain saw; 65 gal. poly water tank; Fiberglass and alum. stepladders and ext.; 7'x8' wooden yard shed; Fence posts; Woven wire.

LARGE AMOUNT OF POWER & HAND TOOLS(2-3 hours of tools selling)

Air American 6.5 hp, 80 gal. upright air compressor, like new; Grizzly Series 2, 6" and 9" belt combo sander; Delta DW708 power miter saw w/stand;

MATT MARING

CO.

For complete listing and photos go to www.maringauction.com

Saturday, June 9, 20128:30 A.M. MULTI AUCTION RINGS ALL DAY

VERY LARGE ESTATE AUCTION

In order to help settle the estate of Curt Siebenaler there will be a public auction. AUCTION LOCATION: 27425 Wabasha Road, St. Charles, MN 55972. From St. Charles south on MN 74 - 1 mile to Amish Restaurant, west on county road. Watch for signs.

Craftsman 6" jointer; Craftsman 10" table saw; Craftsman 8" 5-spd. drill press; Craftsman 20" scroll saw; Craftsman HD battery charger; Chicago Force ½ hp 5-spd. drill press; C.H. 12-ton shop press; Craftsman 17" floor model drill press; Craftsman routers; Skil 3370 belt sander; Milwaukee right angle grinder; Milwaukee drills; Bosch right angle grinder; Craftsman 12" 2-spd. band saw; Craftsman 6" dial caliper; Craftsman machinist toolbox; Air impact wrenches ¼-½"; Air grinders; Air drills; Air chisel; Large amount of drill bits (many full index); Northern 6" bench top buffer; (15) Pipe wrenches, 8"-60"; Craftsman metric wrenches; Schumacher 200 amp booster battery charger; Transfer punch sets; Gasket tools; Craftsman ¼-¾" socket set, stan-dard; Craftsman commercial band saw; Crow feet wrenches; Complete set of gear wrenches; Impact sockets, deep and shallow; Craftsman 20-volt cordless drill; Floor jacks; Driver sets; Load binders; 25+ Log chains 5'-20'; AC/DC 250 amp welder; Welding table; Large amount of stock welding iron; Roller stand; Gas torch set; Shop vacuums; Allen wrenches; Punches and chisel; Vises; JD A100 air compressor; Ridgid air stapler; Craft power miter box; Sanders, belt and disc; Tap and die set; "C" clamps; Wood clamps; Large amount of shop supplies; Large amount of shop hardware; Large amount of spray paint.

EXCEPTIONAL FIRE ARMS, GUN SAFE, GUN CABINET, RELOADING, HUNTING KNIVES

Kleinguenther Model K15, 300 Winchester mag, bolt, heavy engrav-ing, Weaver 3x9 scope, sling; Winchester Model 64, 30-30 lever w/sling; Winchester Model 1894, 32W lever; Winchester Model 1894 30WCF lever, octagon barrel; Remington Model 700, 223 Rem. 3x9 scope w/sling; Remington Model 700, 223 Rem. bull barrel, bipod, 2x12 Leupold scope, sling; Marlin Model 25MN, 22 cal. bolt w/scope; Savage Model 110, 23 Rem. cal. w/Leupold 3x9, bipod, sling; Marlin 1890, 22 cal. lever, octagon barrel; Ball & Williams 44 cal. lever; London Fine Twist 12 ga. double barrel; H&R 410 ga. folding stock; Springfield Model 1929, 410 ga.; Marlin Model 881, 22 cal. Weaver scope and bipods; Savage Model 30, 22 cal. w/sling; Iver Johnson 410 ga.; Brizlen Model SB, 410 ga.; Springfield Model 67D, 12 ga. pump; Remington Wingmaster 20 ga., 870 mag. 3" vented rib barrel; Winchester Model 59, 12 ga. semi-auto Win-Lite; Expert 12 ga. single shot; Scout 410 ga.; Remington 572, 22 cal. Weaver scope; Remington 25 cal. Rem. semi-auto; Remington 22 cal. Target Master; Winchester 1890, 22 cal. octagon, pump rifle; Thompson Center Arms 50 cal. black powder; Smith & Wesson 22 cal. revolver; Hopkins & Allan Model 1901, 32 cal. revolver; Italy black powder 45 cal. pistol; SKS 7.62x39, 223 rifle w/sling; Colt PT F.A. Model 1911, 45 cal. US Army; AMT 22 mag. semi-auto pistol; Advantage Arms 22 cal. 4-bar-rel derringer; Premier 32S&W 6-shooter revolver; Old Sob 45 cal. octagon 6-shooter revolver; Browning Model RL2436 Gold Series Pro steel gun safe; Oak 10-gun gun cabinet w/drawers; 25+ Hi-quality hunting knives; Very good selection of jackknives; Gun cases; Ammo; Hunting supply; Steiner 7x35 bin-oculars; Dillon reloading precision loader; Dillon reloading tools; Reloading powder, brass, etc.

50+ PRECISION 1/16 SCALE TOY TRACTORS, 1/8 SCALE TOY TRACTORS, POCKET WATCHES, EXCEPTIONAL ANTIQUE

FURNITURE, PRIMITIVES, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS20+ John Deere and Farmall Precision 1/16 scale; (3) John Deere 1/8 scale toys; 25+ John Deere and Farmall 1/16 scale; Other vintage toys, Imperial Toy Steam Shop; Beautiful oak side-by-side bookcase/buffet, very ornate; Burled walnut dresser w/hankie drawers and mirror; Step-back primitive dresser; Beautiful mahogany corner china hutch; Oak dresser w/beveled mirror; (6) Fancy oak kitchen clocks; (3) Nice mantel clocks; (8) Men's pocket watches; (2) Railroad watches; (6) Watch fobs; Red Wing crocks and jugs; Mini jug w/adv.; Wattware cream pitcher, Schultz Implement; Salesman sample Daisy glass butter churn; (3) Other glass butter churns; Sausage stuffer; Apple press; Kellogg candlestick phone; Wilcox & Gibbs sewing machine, table model; Coffee grinder; Old kitchen utensils; Antique apple peelers; Keen Cutter food grinders; Winchester food grinders; Winchester axe; Winchester locks; Fruit jars; New oak Amish built office desk; Woods 21' chest freezer; Kenmore 14' chest freezer; Beautiful wing-back chairs; Sofa; Misc. household.

TERMS: Cash, check, all major credit cards. 10% buyer's fee. All items sell as-is. All sales final. Lunch and restrooms available.

We Sell the Earth & Everything On It.

MATT MARING AUCTIONCO. INC.

Kenyon, MN 55946507-789-5421 • 800-801-4502

Matt Maring, Lic. #25-28 • 507-951-8354Kevin Maring, Lic. #25-70 • 507-271-6280Adam Engen, Lic. #25-93 • 507-213-0647

Charlie Sinnwell • Gerry Webster

Curt Siebenaler Estate owner/seller

For complete listing and photos go to www.maringauction.com

Live on-line bidding at proxi-bid.com

ONLINE ONLY AUCTIONMUNICIpAL ON & OFF SALE LIqUIdATION Auction

Bidding ends on Monday, June 18, 2012 at 5pm.PARTIAL LIST: All commercial grade; lots of stainless steel items; all items were put in service in 2008; Coolers: (2) Kolpak walk-in coolers; (2) Beverage Air Chest Coolers (1- 2 door & 1-3 door); 2 door reach in cooler; Stacking refrigerator/freezer; 2 glass door retail cooler; Ice merchandiser; Scotsman Ice cuber & bin; Sinks: (2) stainless single comp. sinks; 4 compartment sink; 3 compartment sink; Misc: Dell Point of Sale w/Inspiron & printer & paper; Barmaid glass washer; Hamilton Beach blender; Biaggia pizza maker; numerous high top round tables and bar schools; 6 line tap beer dispenser & cabinet; misc. beer-wine-drink glasses.Terms: 10% buyer’s premium on all items; 3% credit card fee; all items are “as is” with buyer confirming condition & accuracy; MUST PAY IN FULL AND PICK UP ALL ITEMS ON PICKUP DAY. Larger items that require disassembling must be paid for in full on pick up day and removed by June 27th. Unless you are paying by credit card, a cashier’s check or money order payable to “Darr Auctions” will be required.Viewing days: Tues., June 12, 2012 from 8 a.m. – noon & Thurs., June 14th from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Rushford, MN Municipal Liquor Store located at 409 S. Mill Street, Rushford, MN located on the corner of Hwy 16 & Mill St.

Pickup day: Tues., June 19th from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Go to www.darracutions.com for complete viewing, photos, bidding and terms.

Ph- 800-852-0010

gun • Coin • antique • household

A u c t i o nSale to be conducted at the

Spring Valley Sales Auction Building412 East Park Street, Spring Valley, MN

Sunday, June 10, 2012 - 9:00am

AUCTIONEER NOTE: We will be selling a large selection of antiques, collectibles, guns, coins, dolls, tools, and household items at public auction to the highest bidder. Don’t miss this auction.

For more info contact auction company www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.comSAlE ArrANgEd ANd coNductEd By SPriNg VAllEy SAlES coMPANyAuctioNEErS: Dick Schwade Lic. 23-10018, 507-346-2183 or 7834, Cell 507-251-7313; Tom Jasper 50-113, 507-251-7654; Kevin Grabau 23-91, 507-951-1478 riNgMEN: Bob Root, Roger Becker clErk: Spring Valley Sales - Fax 507-346-2163.

ANNouNcEMENtS dAy of tAkE PrEcEdENcE oVEr ANy AdVErtiSEd or PrE-PriNtEd MAtEriAl All of thE ABoVE MErchANdiSE iS SElliNg AS iS, whErE iS, with No wArrANty. tErMS: cASh or good chEck dAy of SAlE. NothiNg to BE rEMoVEd uNtil SEttlEd for. Not rESPoNSiBlE for AccidENtS or MErchANdiSE AftEr Sold. PlEASE BriNg ProPEr idENtificAtioN.

AccEPtiNg MAJor crEdit cArdS. • SAlES tAx chArgEd whErE APPlicABlE.

selling 2 Rings all day 14-16 hayracks of Smalls

25+ Guns selling at 10:00am60+ Dolls selling at 9:30am

150+ Lots of Coins & Currency selling at 11:00am

Lunch by Gleasons

linear sidewalk (original design), painting of the window panels, hand rails on the front steps, and a sign noting upcoming events. Inside the progress is even more striking with the newly painted floor and walls in the auditorium and other rooms in the 1916 building, installation of air conditioning, the new wom-en’s restroom, a kitchen area near completion, a Green Room for performers, and installation of the subfloor on the second floor of the 1916 building. The sub-floor was installed by Fillmore County Sentence to Serve. The 1916 gymnasium has been exca-vated and plans are in progress to make it into a theatre or a folk concert hall with a small stage. There are numerous other improvements. Many Chatfield and regional businesses have benefited from the renovation work at the center. Over 10,000 people have been to Potter Auditorium and more than 3,300 have been to the American Legion Room in 2011.

Funding Chatfield has lobbied for bonding money without suc-

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Minnesota Initiative Fund (Val-spar Paint Corp), and Arlin C. Falck Foundation. Over $3.2 mil-lion has been raised over the last couple of years through grants, gifts, and in kind donations. This figure includes the old elementary school estimated property value. Improvements continue to be made while the auditorium and the renovated American Legion Room are in use for numerous events put on by professional entertainers, Chatfield Public Schools Drama, community groups, Wit’s End Theatre and so on. The American Legion Room has served as a gathering place for many area groups, for private parties and receptions, and for politicians. The room can accom-modate groups of 70 to 100. The auditorium can seat about 900. State Senator Carla Nelson (R) commented, “Every time I come, I see something new.” Some improvements are noticeable from the outside including the removal of the 1954 building last summer, restoration of the curvi-

cess. However, the 2012 bonding bill includes a new discretionary grant program to be administered by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The funds made available through the bond-ing bill for the program totals $47.5 million. The grant money is to be awarded to eligible local government capital projects. Chatfield Center for the Arts will be in competition with other projects like the Rochester Mayo Civic Center, a Saints stadium in St. Paul, and numerous others. State Rep. Mike Benson main-tained that the persistence of Joel Young, Michael Martin and oth-ers in the community will eventu-ally win the day. It will take several million dol-lars to finish renovating Potter Auditorium and to continue the refurbishing of the 1916 building for use as a community center and event center.

Vision The vision for the Chatfield Center for the Arts is for a “sus-tainable organization that pro-

motes the Arts for the benefit of the Community, the Region and the State.” The goal is to develop a center with state of the art tech-nology while maintaining the his-torical integrity of the structure. F. Mike Tuohy stood on the very stage where he learned to be comfortable before a crowd. He said the ability to stand up and ad lib is part of a learning cycle and a tool for success. This same stage has been used, is being used and will continue being used for students to develop this kind of skill. Chatfield Public School stu-

dents offer a fall play, a one-act play and a spring play at this venue.

The Last Boy in Blue This historical play will be per-formed on August 8,9,10, and 11 at the Chatfield Center for the Arts. It will bring to life a time in August 150 years ago when citi-zen soldiers from Chatfield and Preston played a central role in the beginning days of Minne-sota’s Dakota War. The story of the first 24 hours of the Dakota War will unfold as seen by 12 year old Charley Culver, Company B’s drummer boy.

SATURDAY JUNE 9 • 10AM SPRING GROVE FEST BUILDING

SPRING GROVE, MINNESOTA

Memorabilia Auction starts at 10 AM

Vehicles sell starting at 10:30 AM

Free admission to the public

1920 JOHN DEERE WATERLOO BOY

1970 SUPERBIRD

1969 CHEVY CAMARO SS

MORE CONSIGNED VEHICLES:

• 1965 Plymouth Satellite 426 Wedge

• Model A Shay

• 1969 Chevy Impala Convertible SS 427

• 1937 Lincoln Zephyr V12

• 1969 Ford Mustang Mach I

• 1952 Ford F1 Flathead V8

• 1965 Ford T-Bird Convertible

• 1964 Dodge 330 Max Wedge

• 1969 Chevy Camaro SS

• 1954 Ford Flathead v8

• 1966 Ford Mustang GT

• 1966 Pontiac GTO

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Preston Family Night

Julia Claire Repeat Boutique

5:00-8:30pm

25% Off all Shoes &

Clothing

Preston Foods5-8pm

free taStinggrandma alice Cheeses & Meat

Snack Sticks

Family Hair Center

5-9pm

10% Offretail items

Sally’s Hair To Dye For

5-7pm

free 15 minute stress-relieving

head massagewith a wash, cut, style

Sweet StopSandwich

Shoppe5-7pm

free DeSSertw/full Size Sandwich

Preston Servicemen’s

Club7-10pm

50¢ Offa Beer or Mixed Drink

Bean Bag Toss

Thursday Night - June 7

Chic’s Pizza5-9pm

SPeCial $5Walking tacos

and $5 taco night

Sponsored by

The Preston Area ChamberJoin us every first Thursday evening of the month for more Family Fun Nights!

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& Collectables5-8pm

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Family FuN NighT EvENTs!!5:30 - 6:00pm

Preston Public library ~ sTory TimE on the Courthouse lawn

5:00 - 7:00pm Face Painting at JuliaClaire’s

sikkink Train rides Courthouse East Parking lot

5:00 - 8:00pmFalcon’s volleyball Team ~ Water and Pop sale & Bean Bag Toss

Farmer’s market, Courthouse East Parking lot

7:00 - 9:00pmold maid Popcorn stand ~

Buy one bag of popcorn and get another free!

6:30 - 7:15pmJust For Kix - Dance Program West Courthouse Parking lot

7:15 - 7:45pmaccordion music, arnie Keene

Page 24 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, June 4, 2012 The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week.

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overwhelming majority will serve just one or two schools. In south-eastern Minnesota, only Rushford-Peterson Public Schools, Rochester Community Technical College, and Winona Area Public Schools are approved as authorizers. The district had previously sought to be the authorizer of Ridgeway Community School back in 2010, but the effort was denied. In other news, the board will meet and conduct a working session with planning and architectural firm ATS&R June 2, at 6:00pm, in the high school biology room. The firm is assisting the district with the predesign phase of its New School Initiative. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Monday, June 18, 2012, at 5:30pm in the high school biology room. The public is encour-aged to attend.

of public charter schools is that they are granted a ‘charter’ by an approved entity known as an ‘authorizer.’” It is the role of the authorizer to monitor and evaluate the goals and performance of the school. At the end of the written charter contract between the two, the authorizer has the ability to either renew the charter of end the contract if the school is not per-forming well academically or even financially or through operations. The majority of authorizers in Minnesota are either local educa-tion agencies (LEA), such as the R-P district, higher education insti-tutions, or non-profit organizations. Per the Minnesota Department of Education, there are 28 approved authorizers within the state. The

Monday, May 22, 2012, Ger-ald Lloyd Casler, 20 of Roches-ter, appeared before Judge Rob-ert Benson for sentencing in the Fillmore County Court. Casler was found guilty of Drugs in the 5th degree, possession of not a small amount of mari-juana, which has a maximum sentence of five years in jail, $10,000 fine, or both. Casler was sentenced to the Minnesota Correctional Facil-ity in St. Cloud for 19 months, which was stayed for five years. He must serve 180 days in the Fillmore County Jail on work release, and was given credit for 16 days already served. He must also pay $1,240 in fines and fees. Cody Allen Zappa-Wrubel, 18, of Chatfield, made a first appearance before Judge Ben-son on May 21, 2012. Zappa-Wrubel was charged with Bur-glary in the 3rd degree, which has a maximum penalty of five years in jail, $10,000, or both. He was also charged with theft and damage to property, each holding a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail, $1,000 or both. He also appeared before Judge Benson for three counts of check forgery and one count of theft by check. All of the charges stem from an incident in which Zappa-Wrubel allegedly broke into his parents’ home and stole several blank checks. He then

allegedly wrote the checks out to local businesses. He allegedly damaged the garage door at his parents’ home when he broke in. Zappa-Wrubel was released on his own recognizance with $10,000 unconditional bail, and he must not enter the property of his parents with-out their permission. His next court appearance is June 4, 2012. Michelle Renae Root, 33, of Chatfield, also appeared before Judge Benson on May 21, 2012. She faced three charges of Assault in the second degree

Fillmore County Court Report with a dangerous weapon, with a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail, $20,000 or both, one count of Assault in the 3rd degree, and one count of disor-derly conduct. The charges stem from an incident in Chatfield at Shari’s Sports Saloon when Root allegedly threw a beer bottle, intending to hit a man who was assaulting a friend of hers, miss-ing him and hitting a woman standing nearby. The woman received six stitches and had two broken bones in her nose. Root was released on her own recognizance with $10,000 unconditional bail. Her next court appearance is August 8, 2012.

St. John’s 150th Anniversary

In thankfulness for God’s faithfulness, St. John’s Lutheran Church at Hart will celebrate its 150th Anniversary with the following activities:

Saturday, June 16, 20121:00 pm - Cemetery Walk with a light lunch afterwards6:00 pm - Social Hour at the Rushford School Gym7:00 pm - Program with Rev. Dr. Raymond Hartwig as speaker

Sunday, June 17, 20128:30 am - Worship Service with Rev. Dr. Hartwig preaching9:30 am - Coffee and Rolls10:30 am - Worship Service with Rev. Dr. Hartwig preaching12:00 noon - Catered noon meal

Please contact Delaine Kjos (684-2293) or Myrna Jordahl (689-0903) for information. We are looking forward to a joyous celebration with former members and visitors.

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By Karen Reisner Members of Fillmore County’s Sand Committee, area mine oper-ators, property owners, and con-cerned citizens traveled to numerous mining and processing sites in Min-nesota and Wisconsin on May 30. The all day tour was packed with information. Seeing mining sites in various stages from initial opening and removing the overburden, to active, to restored to another pur-pose helped to provide a greater understanding of the ballooning industry. The handling of the sand from excavation and transport to processing and washing was exam-ined. The Sand Committee was formed after the county board established a one-year interim moratorium on February 28 on the issuance of any conditional use permits for new or expanded sites for the excavation of materials and minerals. The commit-tee has met several times since then.

Active Sand Pit Dave Hesch, Reglin and Hesch Construction, Trempealeau County, Wisconsin, joined us on the bus and provided credible information on the sand mining industry. He explained while at an active 55-acre sand pit near Arcadia that the county only permits 50 acres at a time. The site could have the potential to work 300 acres. His company leases prop-erty from the farmer or property owner and the company does the reclamation.

Advice for Zoning Hesch provided some advice for those writing the zoning ordinances. He suggested a 50-foot setback from the property line, all transport trucks must be tarped, well inspections for wells within 2,500 feet of blasting site, white noise equipment for back up alarms, directional lighting, assur-ance bonding and financial responsi-bility, the retention of all topsoil on site, an engineer-reviewed plan for retention ponds, and the need for inspection of work and material. Hesch explained they voluntari-ly tarp trucks which hasn’t been a requirement, but soon will be. He noted it costs $3,000 per truck for the tarp, but it is good for commu-nity relations and also can be paid for in a year with fuel savings. Wells and foundations within 2,500 feet of a blasting area are checked to provide a baseline. Hesch said they blast about every 10 days, notifying neighbors 24 hours in advance. The back up alarm on heavy equipment can be annoying. White noise equipment only allows the alarm sound to come directly out of the rear of the machine. The equip-ment reduces complaints and costs about $300 per machine and is not required. The equipment is Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) approved. Hesch had the effective noise reducing equipment demonstrated. The assurance bond is essentially an insurance policy. Hesch said it is usually born half by the property owner and half by the contractor. The bond is required to make sure the site is closed up and reclaimed. There should be proof of financial responsibility with the application, so the county knows the contractor won’t go broke.

Trempealeau County requires assurance bonds to make sure the mining sites are closed up. He explained all waste or overburden and material separated by screening must remain on the site for reclama-tion. The company pays the land owner one dollar per ton for sand material that is taken off site. The particle size of “frac” sand is important. Sand that is from 20 to 40 particle size is use in the fracking process for oil. Sand that is 40 to 70 particle size (finer) is used in the extraction of gas. Because of the low price of natural gas, there currently is no demand for the finer sand. Hesch said the coarser sand was in the top 40 feet while the finer sand is found below 40 feet at the site we were at. He explained a particular kind of sand is found at a consistent eleva-tion. Hesch was asked about the $1 per ton paid to the property owner. He explained that on this 55-acre site, there is or was 7 to 8 million ton. It is being removed at the rate of 3,000 ton per day. There is a DNR regulation that all water must be contained within the pit and has to be internally drained. For the water to leave the site it must go through a retention pond. The mining area is required to stay at least 10 feet above the water table. Hesch said all their employees are local residents and in a normal year they are shut down for 2 to 3 months. The company’s investment in equipment for both sites is about $4 million. His company only screens the sand; they don’t dry, crush or wash it. When a site is reclaimed, it must be put back at no more than a 3 to 1 slope. Hesch said when an area is reclaimed the clay and top soil are pushed back on and it won’t be good fertile ground for at least 10 years. It can be seeded down and pastured, but needs to be built back up with nutrients after disturbing. They look for property to mine that doesn’t have a lot of overburden. There is a certified scale on site. Trucks are topped off while on the scale to assure they are slightly below the 80,000 pound or 40 ton limit. The scale cost $75,000. They can operate Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, and not on Sun-day. The sand is processed and hauled away as it is produced. It is a damp material. If there is any dust, they water it down. Hesch said they monitor for dust and it hasn’t been an issue. The city of Acadia restricts them to 140 loads per day; they actu-ally do about 120. Hesch noted the county is proposing a 25 cent fee per ton per mile. He maintained this kind of fee would penalize one industry, adding all users should pay the same regardless of what is being hauled. Hesch said a bond is more appropriate than a fee per mile. It has the advantage of having the money up front and is guaranteed by an insurance company. When a road is evaluated by the county as to its condition, he insisted it needs to be done by an independent engi-neer.

Sand mining field trip

Hesch warned about contractors offering above the market price for sand, which is economically not fea-sible for production. This can lock up the property for twenty years, which is possibly done to limit com-petition.

Winona Aggregate Winona Aggregate is a concrete and ready mix business which has been in operation since the 1930s. They now process and wash the sand in Winona. Winona is a hub of activity for the frac sand business. Sand is trucked into Winona to this facility where it is screened, scrubbed or washed. About 70 percent of the sand hauled in will be the quality used in the extraction process for oil and gas. After processing it is shipped mostly via rail, some by barge. A representative of Sierra Frac Sand LLC said much of the pro-cessed sand is shipped via rail for the south Texas oil market. The 30 or so percent of waste or fines is sold for industrial purposes or used in mine reclamation. General manager of Winona Aggregate Tony Wasinger explained they don’t use any chemicals or floc-culents to wash the sand and they won’t use them; they only use water. Flocculents are more likely to be used where they need to recycle the water. The sand is about 8 percent moisture when it comes in and leaves at about 3-4 percent moisture. Twenty-five percent of the waste is recaptured in the settling pond where it is dug out and use for reclamation. The sand goes through a process where it is screened, wetted, goes through a wetting screw which sorts the clay and fines, and then goes through a scrubber like a washing machine. Four thousand ton can be processed in an eight hour shift. Winona Aggregate has more than doubled their employees in the last several years. The Winona Aggregate site is about 130 acres and the water source for the washing is a man-made lake, created by dredging. The lake is also used for recreation including swim-ming and fishing. It was noted that there have been no issues with the quality of the water. The lake is not

directly connected to the river. Two to three million tons go over the roads each year. It was suggested that this isn’t an issue if the roads are constructed for heavy truck use. Commissioner Chuck Amunrud remarked that our area is fortunate to have this resource (aggregates) as it would be more expensive to build roads if aggregates had to be imported. Wasinger noted that some of the information that has been put out, is not true. Frac sand production has created a lot of emotion. He insisted this sand is a good resource, good for the economy, and has been used in sand boxes for children. Frac sand is around 50 percent of Winona Aggregate’s business, as they also supply products for livestock bedding, highway construction or maintenance, landscaping rock, and so on.

Fillmore County Local operations and proposed operations were on the tour route. Commissioner Duane Bakke said the Hwy 250 sand pit near Lanesboro was once a big agricultural field before 1978. Product was used from this pit for concrete at Whalan. Much of it is now a large man-made lake. At the Randy Boyum proposed site, Pilot Mound Township, opera-tor Richard Frick said it would take about 20 years to excavate the sand on the 30 plus acre site. They expect to reclaim about 2-3 acres at a time as they go. The butte type hill will be reduced to a much lower hill with some slope. Sand from this site is expected to be transported to St. Charles after a short distance on a township road via Winona CR 6, Hwy 74 and Hwy 14. Geoff Griffin explained that a washing facility is planned on Winona County property near St. Charles on the south side of the railroad tracks. A huge 8,000-foot loop which could accommodate 105 train cars is expected. The source of water for washing may be city water or another well. Four hundred thou-sand gallons of water per day will be used in the processing, of which 200,000 will be lost and the rest will

be recycled. The former North Star Foods used 100,000 gallons of city water per day. Chris Reilly, Reilly Construction, described the plans for the John Rein sand pit, Holt Township, as we viewed a small portion of the 18 acres currently under permit. Reilly noted they transport about 200 ton per week to dairy farms for bedding. It is essentially clean material and not being screened. Reilly explained it is mostly St. Peter sandstone which is the finer size. They are currently exploring the North Dakota mar-ket. Reilly said they are not bonded at this time. He said the reclamation plan is up to the owners and will be at no cost to them. The sand pit has been in operation since 2010. Reilly explained the sandstone is 70 to 80 foot in depth. They don’t have to blast, just excavate with a backhoe. All the overburden and black dirt will be used to level the site for recla-mation. Reilly explained they hope to be able to wash sand at this site. They would probably need to drill 3 or 4 wells. Reilly said he has been explor-ing ways to recycle water. Bigger settlement ponds would be neces-sary. When asked how much water would be used in the washing pro-cess, Reilly said about 2,000 gallons per minute, which would be recycled in part. The Solberg sand pit, Preston Township, has been in operation for 22 years. Don Solberg explained it was established when some fill was needed for a Hwy 52 project. Today most of the sand is used for dairy bedding. Solberg said he was concerned about the discussions of limiting the number of loads that can be hauled per day. When POET was putting in new bins, they were hauling 200 loads per day. He noted they have blasted twice over the years and it was just a sort of ‘poof.’ Where much of the hill has been taken back over the years, the area has been leveled. A good sized out building has been built on it, plus it is being used in part for storage of supplies by a local landscaper.

Dave Hesch toward the right with his left hand out answers questions for several sand committee members and environmentally concerned citizens.

Photo by Karen Reisner

TUESDAY, JUNE 5Lanesboro Public Library- Storytime, 9:30am

Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30 Sylvan Manor, Lanesboro and 10:30-11:00 Kenilworth Apartments, Lanesboro.Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic 11-11:30pm, Thurber Building, Chatfield.Knit it Together, 3:30-4:30pm, Preston Public Library. Knitting for all levels. For fundraiser info, call 507-867-3583.*Preston Public Library- Summer reading program. 2pm, Kevin Strauss, award-winning author and storyteller. Bluff Country Toastmasters meet, 5:30pm, Spring Valley Public Library.*

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Adult Children Anonymous (formerly known as Adult Children of Alcoholics) meeting, 7pm. Call Deb 507-765-5336 for info.*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, JUNE 6Fillmore County Public Health provides free blood pressure checks in Spring Valley, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Hillside Apartments, 409 S Hudson Ave. and 10:45-11:15 a.m. at the Community Center.

Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, 2-5pm. 1300 West Tracy Rd. Spring Valley.*

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Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 9:30-10:30am, Fountain Bank Lobby, Fountain.Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Good Shepherd Community Room, Rushford.

Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 12-12:45pm, Community Center, Ostrander.Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 10:45-11:15am, Tenborg Center, Rushford.Storyhour, Harmony Public Library, 225 3rd Ave. SW, 11:00 – 11:45, Preschool ages, No School No Storyhour.*

Canton Senior Citizens meet at 1pm for cards and visiting, Canton Community Center.*

Heimbygda Sons of Norway meeting- Lanesboro, 7pm at Lodge Hall. Program: White Goat Sale- bring a fun or silly item to sell. Preston Historical Society meeting, 7pm, United Methodist Church, Preston. Public invited.

Preston AA Group, 7:30pm, United Methodist Church, Preston. For more info, call 507-951-6029.*

FRIDAY, JUNE 8Spring Valley Area Foodshelf, Senior Citizens Day, 9am-10am. 1300 West Tracy Rd. Spring Valley, MN.*

Chatfield NA meeting, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St. Chatfield.*

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SUNDAY, JUNE 10Pancake and French Toast Breakfast- 9:30-11:30am, St. Columban’s Church Hall. Free will offering- all proceeds go to Fillmore County Relay for Life.

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Historic Lenora Church- Flag Day Service, 3pm. In the village of Lenora near Canton on Hwy 23.

NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for info 507-765-4979. *

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

MONDAY, JUNE 11Community Coffee, 9am, Park Lane Estates, Preston.*

Fillmore County Public Health Blood Pressure Clinic, 10-10:30am, Cherry Wood Apts, Mabel and 10:30-11:15am Fire Hall, Mabel.TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) Meeting, Spring Valley Care Center Activity Room. Weigh-in from 5:45-6 p.m. Meeting from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Questions contact Judy at 507-346-2469.*

NA Meeting, 7:00pm, United Methodist Church, downstairs, Preston. Call Jay for info 507-765-4979. *

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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

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111 Fillmore Place SEPreston, MN 55965

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major & companytax preparation, accounting & payroll services

enrolled agents409 Spring Ave., Preston, MN 55965 • 507-765-4444

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Located in the Fillmore County Court House - Preston, MNMon-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 &

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Keith Casella, D.M.D. • Chalsey Niece, D.D.S.* Complete Family Care * Dentures/Partials* Cosmetic Dentistry * Tooth Colored Fillings

New Patients Welcome!507-346-7281

823 N. Broadway Ave, Spring Valley, MN

phARMACy

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Witt’s Pharmacy

137 West Main Street Spring Grove, MN 55974

(507)498-5509

44 Main Avenue NHarmony, MN 55939

(507)886-2322

615 West Esch Drive Caledonia, MN 55921

(507)725-3328

306 Main Suite 103LaCrescent, MN 55947

(507)895-8784

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EXMARK ZERO TURN MOWERS Jonsered Chainsaws, Grass N Brush trim-mers plus blowers. Repair, Service & Sales at South Branch Outdoor Equipment, Preston, MN. 507-765-4979. s9/26tfn- o

BILL’S GUN SHOP. Hours 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm M-F, Sat 8am to 8pm. Sunday by appt. We buy, sell, trade & repair. 1-1/4 miles south of Carimona, 19708 Kava Rd, Preston. 507-765-2762. s9/29eow- o

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• Rodents • Ants • Cockroaches• Asian Beetles • Other Pests

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Schulte BuilderS

20 Yrs Experience • Quality Craftmanship

New Homes & Pole BarnsRemodeling & New Additions

Mabel, MN •507-459-0401

Licensed & Insured #20450126

• Remodel• New Home Construction• Siding• Replacement Windows• Concrete Sidewalks• Flat Pours

Specializing in Roofing

• Custom Cabinets

• Roofing

• siding

• gRaniCRete CounteR tops

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

• Remodeling

• gaRages

• sheds & moRe

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and Cabinetry C:507-272-3624

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

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

We Carry

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• Patios • WalksFor Estimates Call - 507-467-2941 Lanesboro, MN

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

servicemaster of Chatfield

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Taylor ouTdoor Wood SToveS ~ radianT Floor HeaTing

a-Maize-ing HeaT Corn FurnaCeS & BoilerS ~ gaS FurnaCeS & BoilerS air CondiTioning ~ SepTiC SySTeMS ~ neW ConSTruCTion ~ reModeling

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Fast, Friendly, Honest service!!kingSley

Mercantile & rentalAppliances • Hardware • Small Engines • Furnace • Air Conditioning

Commercial & Residential Repair

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Husqvarna

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Kerry & Jane Kingsley, Owners • www.kingsleymercantile.com 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

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Craig Stortz Power Limited Licensed Nick Stortz #PL07718 #PL07719

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

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

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Plumbing & Heating

Dave’s Plumbing & Heating, Air Conditioning LLCAppliance Sales & Service • New & Used

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

Call Dave or Dempsey • Cell: 507-259-4238 or 507-259-4239126 St. Anthony Street, Preston, MN • Bus. 765-2173

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• New Homes• Remodeling• Air Conditioning

Plumbing & Heating308 St. Anthony St., Preston

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• Chimney Flashings• 24 Hr. Res/Comm. Leak Repair

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EZ-GO & Yamaha GOlf CartsSaleS & ServiceNew & USed

Ivan Vreemanharmony, mn

507-273-6928

PATIO/WALL flat rock for sale. Have 4 4’x4’ pallets stacked 2’ to 3’ high of flat rock. Asking $100 a pallet. Call 507-459-5040 s3tfn- x

FOR SALE: Classic antique cast iron radia-tors from the original Park Hotel in Preston, MN. Many sizes and colors. Excellent condition. Would be perfect for restoration of an older home. Priced from $200 to $500 depending on which size. Call Jason at 507-251-5297. s6tfn- x

FOR SALE: High back wall-mount white porcelain bathroom sinks from original Park Hotel in Preston, MN. Excellent condition. Perfect for restoration of older home. Priced at $150 per sink. Call Jason at 507-251-5297. s6tfn- x

FOR SALE: Internet-ready, eMac comput-ers, 1ghz, 80gb, 512mb RAM, InDesign Master Suite Collection software. All prod-ucts for media desktop publishing included. Asking $249 or best offer. Call Jason at 507-251-5297. s6tfn- x

GJERE CONSTRUCTION, Mabel, MN. Best black dirt in town. Sand fill and sewer sand. 507-493-5864 or 507-450-7620. s4/16-6/4- o

MEL’S GOLF CARS, LLC. New and used gas and electric Yamaha Golf Carts are in Stock! Other New Models are available along with over 50 used Carts to choose from. Now demonstrating the all New 2012 Fuel Injected Yamaha Gas Golf Carts. Will take trades. Mel’s Golf Cars provides the highest quality in all their golf carts. Stop and Shop at 132 Garfield Avenue, Albert Lea, MN or Call Mel at 507-438-2705. s14,21,28,4,18,25- x

PIANOS, DIGITAL PIANOS, Church Organs - New, Used, Sales & Service - Call DEWEY KRUGER MUSIC, Northwood, Iowa, 800-933-5830, deweykrugermusic.com. s21,28,4- x

WINDOWS $250 DH Style. Installation included. Energy star qualified. Order 4. Customer pays recycling. Government financing available. BBB accredited con-tractor. Visit www.greensourcewindows.com or call 888/690-9892 MCAN

MANTIS Deluxe Tiller. New! FastStart engine. Ships free. One-Year Money-Back Guarantee when you buy direct. Call for the DVD and free good soil book! 866/682-6855 MCAN

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE

WANTED: 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

WANTED: ALL MOTORCYCLES & MEMORABILIA PRE 1980: Running or not. Top Cash Paid. 845-389-3239 (MFPA)

• New 4 Horse LQ's In Stock• 7x20 Stock• 7x24 Stock

Rochester, MN866-657-4910

www.valleyfeatherlite.com

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

• JD 325• Bobcat 763• Bobcat S250• Bobcat S330 Cab• Bobcat T190 Cab

Used eqUipment

• JD 4520 • JD 7630 w/Loader• JD 2950 w/Loader• JD 2350 w/Loader• NH TC33 w/Belly Mower• MF 1540 MFWD w/Blade • Ford 8N Boomer w/Loader

• 2) Bobcat 542• Bobcat S220• Bobcat S185 Cab• Bobcat T180• Bobcat S130 Cab• Bobcat 873

• '07 24' Stock Combo• '04 4 H GN

• 16' Bumper• 20' Wd Flr• 16' GN Stock

Used Featherlite trailers• '01 24' Stock• '98 20' Stock Combo

skid loaders

tractorsNew Featherlite trailers

soldsold

TRACTORS: JD 955 Loader Deck 60” 700hrs 4WD $13,500.00, Ford 4400 gas loader $6,750.00, IH 706 C/H Gas $6,900.00 SKIDLOADERS: Gehl: 2600 Gas $3,000.00, 5625 C/H $10,999.00. Case: 1845C $12,999.00, 85XT $16,999.00. Bobcats: 873 New Motor $19,500.00, T200 $19,500.00, Mustang 342 $8,000.00. Mowers: JD 455 Diesel C/H Blower/blade Deck 60” $8,750.00, JD 425 $3,750.00, Stander $1,000.00. Call for Appt. & Info. JEFF NIELSEN SALES, Eberhardt Str., Albert Lea, MN. Buy-Sell-Trade H: 507-377-1137, C: 507-383-7012. Website:jeffnielsensales.com Email: nielsen81@charter.net Contact also: Paul Nielsen Farm Equipment 48 years in busi-ness! C: 507-279-1303. f28,4,11- x

FOR SALE: Two polled, cross-bred breed-ing bulls. From grazing herd. Winona County. 507-453-9114. f4- x

2 BUCKSIN MARES, smaller, kids have ridden. Bought from Clint Peterson. 507-886-3885, leave message. f4,11- x

FARMSERVICESSERVICESTRANSMISSION REBUILDING: Foreign and domestic, auto & light truck. 12 month 12,000 mile warranty. Call for prices. Brown’s Tire, Battery, & Transmission. Rushford 507-864-2969 or 1-888-864-7049. v20tfn- o

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

WE DO SMALL engine repair. Full-time mechanic on hand. Certified Husqvarna dealer. Fast, friendly, honest service. Kingsley Mercantile. Harmony. 507-886-2323. v4eow- o

A PERFECT CUT TREE SERvICE - tree trimming and removal, hedge trimming, fenceline clearing. 15 years experience climbing and basket work. 507-743-TREE, Chad Wangen. Fully licensed and insured. Cell 507-272-0394. v7/20-7/30/12- x

MARK’S PAINTING & REPAIRS. Siding washes, rolling and brushing wood and masonry. 30+ years experience. Spraying steel roofs, restore most anything wood. Insured. 507-459-0590. EOWv3/19-10/8- x

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HongerholtREUNION

The Hongerholt Family Reunion will be held

Sunday, June 10, 2012Highland Prairie Church Park

12:00 NoonPotluck Dinner

Beverages will be provided.

42nd Annual

Come Celebrate the 60th Garness Reunion

Garness Trinity Lutheran ChurchNorthwest of Mabel, MN

Sunday, June 24th, 2012Potluck dinner at 12:30pm

ROOFING

Just Call Bob’s!

288-8379 or 1-800-851-Bobs

4006 Hwy. 14 East, RochesterLic. #004842

AsphAlt - RubbeR - MetAlWe Comply to All OSHA Crew Safety Requirements

www.bobs-construction.com

Free estimates!

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

Ristau HauleRs inc105 Crown Hill Rd., Preston, MN

Rock, DiRt, SanD

507-765-4710507-251-5033 (Cell)

Rock, DiRt, SanD

Larry, Travis, Wynn, Josh

SHAMIAH’S WELDINGREPAIR AND DESIGN

Shamiah Womeldorf, Rural Lanesboro507-951-1698

ALSO Custom Hay Mowing, Raking & Baling

TNT Lawn Service• Mowing• Stump Grinding• Fall Clean-Up• Snow Plowing• Ice Management Call:

507-268-4977 or Cellphone:

507-429-6755 (Free Estimates)

make arrangements now for your lawn care

• Aerating• Power Brooming• Insured• Light Backhoe Work

TRAILER SALES & SERVICE, Inc.507-886-4600

70 4th Street NW • Harmony MN

We are pleased to announce we now sell & service

Boss & Snowdogg Snow Plows.

Owned by Dennis Solberg of Solberg Welding 507-886-4602

See us for all your trailer sale and service needs!

1 block West of Kwik Trip next to Solberg Welding

ironsidetrailersales.net

We have a selection of new and used trailers and we are an authorized dealer for Wilson, Kiefer Industrial, Road King, Alum Line, and Pacesetter trailers. We also provide service work when your trailer needs a tune up.

Harmony, MN 507-951-1210

Jason Mensink Construction•Siding

•Windows •Roofing •Doors •Decks •Drywall •Custom

Cabinets & Woodworking •All Carpentry Needs

Free Estimates

11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954

CALL FOR ALL YOUR REPAIR NEEDS!

Craig HenryShop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573

Open House Bridal Shower for

Danielle (Marsden) Newman

Saturday, June 9th from9 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

at the Scheie Lutheran Church in Mabel, MN

ANTIQUE MINNESOTA LICENSE PLATE Online only auction. Start bidding today, bidding closes Wednesday, June 13, 5 p.m. 1,000+ license plates. Many early dealer, sets of passenger, truck, & motorcy-cle. www.GirardBid.com 866/531-6186. Roger Zimmerman, owner. Mankato, MN. Girard Auction, Inc. MCAN

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CANADA DRUG CENTER is your choice for safe and affordable medications. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90 percent on all your medication needs. Call today 866/927-9566 for $25.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. MCAN

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WERE yOU IMPLANTED WITH A ST. JUDE RIATA DEFIBRILLATOR LEAD WIRE between June 2001 and December 2010? Have you had this lead replaced, capped or did you receive shocks from the lead? you may be entitled to compen-sation. Contact Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727 (MFPA)

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Scenic setting on the edge of town with countryside views! Inviting Ranch home offers so many wonderful features and an ideal layout. Walk out lower level . Att 744 sq ft heated garage, plus 812 sq ft (built 2005) det heated garage with 3/4 bath. 1 acres Preston.

TradiTional brick home - 3 bedrm, 1 1/2 bath home, wood floors, open staircase, walk-in pantry, plus built-ins, 3 season front porch & covered back porch. Corner lot w/garden space & det garage. $69,900 Preston

chaTfield - Absolutely gorgeous 5 bedroom, 2 bath home on 6/10 acre. This ranch home has everything, open floor plan w/formal dn room, lv room, sun room, fam room, rec area,

large open kitchen and island bar. Approx. 3600 sq. ft. of main floor living. Black walnut wall & kitchen cabinets, new carpet, ceramic tile & top of the line wood burning fireplace w/brick surround & built-in shelves. 864 sq. ft. heated garage and 20x24 detached garage. $259,900founTain - Remodeled and updated 3+ bedroom

home on 4 city lots. 3100 sq. ft with 2 gas fireplaces, wood floors, formal dining room and living room, main floor laundry, covered

private deck, steel siding and 3 car heated garage and storage shed. $139,900laneSboro - Spacious 2-story home on large lot.

3+bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 kitchens, large main floor laundry/mud room plus 2+garage. Newer windows, and new NG/Wood combo heat. Priced at $89,900.

laneSboro - Charm &and character describe this home w/original Douglas fir floors. Main floor has high ceilings and archways for character. Lower level is partially sheetrocked. Newer 2 car garage & great location to state trails & park. $114,900

laneSboro - 3+ bedroom ranch w/private backyard, 2 baths, main floor laundry, newer flooring, open floor plan, c/a,steel siding, lg deck & 2+garage. $124,900

PreSTon - This home is ideal for rental property or starting out. Knotty Pine throughout house, new carpet, main floor laundry, enclosed porch & 2-car garage. Own cheaper than renting. $49,900

PreSTon - This large rambler sits on quiet street & had great views of deck. Home has been updated. Large open kitchen and dining room, living room, large master bedroom, and

main floor laundry. Large lower level family room with w/out to covered patio. New siding, windows flooring and heated garage. $125,000

rocheSTer - Great location for this large rambler on end of cul-de-sac with private fenced yard. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 3 car garage, main floor laundry/mud room, large

private patio, newer appliances and more. $187,500rocheSTer -Townhome - Hard to find

townhome in Salem Point. Enjoy the water view from the 4-season porch or private patio. Large living room w/fireplace, separate formal

dining room, master bedroom w/full bath and w/in closet. Open kitchen w/center island. 2nd level has 2 additional bdrms, full bath & family room. $335,000whalan- Ranch home conveniently located next to

state trail on large lot w/mature trees. Home has been remod-eled and updated. 3 bedrooms on main floor, hickory kitchen cabinets, vinyl siding, deck,

newer roof and windows. Ideal for weekend getaway or permanent home. $84,900wykoff - Well maintained ranch home on 1/2 lot on edge

of town and close to school and park. Remodeled kitchen, 3 bedrooms on main floor, updated electrical, new roof, large deck, storage shed and

large quiet backyard. Beautifully landscaped, mature trees, 2 car attached garage and is in move in condition. $92,000

chaTfield - Turn of the century home on large corner lot. Main floor master bedroom, main floor laundry, wood floors, 9’ ceilings, built-ins, screened in porch and (28x32) garage/shop. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, all brick

exterior, storage shed, garden area, & combo heat (nat. gas and wood). $105,000chaTfield - Great location for this ranch home on

dead-end street. 3 bedrooms on main floor, 2 baths, main floor laundry, 3-season porch, newer water heater and furnace. Could have

a 4th bedroom in lower level. Oversized 2+garage. $114,900chaTfield - Updated home on 1/2 acre lot close

to high school and parks. Large open kitchen is per-fect for entertaining. Fin-ished lower level family room, living room and large private patio & backyard.

Newer windows & siding. $115,000chaTfield - 3+ bedroom rambler w/2 baths, newer

windows, gas fireplace, 2 car garage, vinyl siding. New roof. Located close to parks & downtown. All appliances will stay. $119,900

chaTfield - TownhouSe - Great price on this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse. Formal dining room, living room, open kitch-en w/center island. Family room in lower level with w/o to

patio & fenced yard. Deck is covered & ideal for relaxing. 2+ garage is insulated & sheetrocked. now $134,900chaTfield - Ideal location close to school, pool, &

parks. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large foyer, family room w/build-ins, bookshelves & en-tertainment center. Deck, storage shed & 2+ attached

garage. $129,900chaTfield - Remodeled ranch home with 4 bedrooms,

2 baths, finished lower level with family room and bar. Vinyl siding, newer roof, furnace and c/a. $149,900.

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

Todd HadoffWebsite:

www.toddhadoff.com E-mail:

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farm/acreaGeSchaTfield - Spectacular setting for this 220 acres with woods, tillable, and access to Root River (perfect for camping, fishing, tubing and canoeing). This home offers a unique floor plan that is open with kitchen, center island, formal living room (15’ ceilings, fireplace), formal dining, main floor laundry/mud room, and gorgeous master with bath and w/in closet. In-floor heat in the 3-car garage and also the lower level. The tile work is excellantly done. Lower level family room walks-out to brick patio, 3 addtional bedrooms, and rec area. Outside had beautiful landscaping, pond, 40x60 shed, newly planted trees, large maint. free deck with awesome views, and more. 105 acres tilllable, 115 acres of woods, and river access makes this a paradise and is only 15 minutes to Lanesboro $1,500,000laneSboro/whalan - Ideal acreage with

everything you want or need. Approx. 8 acres with pasture for animals. 50x112 shed with 50x64 heated shop with 14’ ceilings. Outdoor wood burner

heats the house and shop. Additional barn and shed for horses/animals. 5 bedroom house with main floor master, laundry, living room, family room with wood burner, and screened-in porch. New well, roof, hot water heater and furnace. $199,900laneSboro - 14 acre paradise just north of

Lanesboro. 1 mile from Eagle Bluff, close to Root River & State Trail. Ideal for horses or cattle. Large open kitchen & formal dining

room, newer living room with fireplace and knotty pine. Main floor laundry, 4-season porch, large deck with hot tub, sauna, putting green and more. Barn w/shop above and heated shop/garage below. $299,000mabel - Cabin on 16 acres-gorgeous 16 acre

wooded site with new cabin, well and septic. Knotty pine interior, steel siding, covered porch, in-floor heat, kitchen, bath, laundry and loft area. Ideal for weekend

getaway, rec land and great hunting. $149,900oronoco - 4 bedroom, 2 bath home on 2+acres

with 3 car attached garage, 30x40 heated shop located on end of cul-de-sac. Ideal for handyman. New carpet, sunroom, 2 fireplaces, patio,

deck, large master, large yard, circle drive, kennel, steel siding and more $269,900

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relax & enjoy one level living, open floor plan, sunroom, 16 x 13. Master bedroom, 10 x 8 walk-in closet & master bath. Guest bedroom & 3/4 guest bath, handicapped accessible. Super sized 1 car att garage. $125,000

commercial commercial buildinG - wykoff - Completely renovated building that is ideal for any type of restaurant, catering or other business opportunity. The lower level is finished for additional space. $199,900commercial- chaTfield - Tacades Sports Bar/Restaurant. Excellent opportunity to own this high traffic, well established sports bar/restaurant. Turn-key opertation. Building and all equipment are in excel-lent condition. Additional bar area for private parties. $540,000 Reduced $495,000new liSTinG - commercial 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. Apartment above for rental or personal use. $89,900

IN THE LAST 18 MoNTHS oVER 85 LISTINGS ANd SALES. WITH MULTIpLE LISTING SERVICES, I AM YoUR LoCAL CoNNECTIoN To THE RoCHESTER AREA ANd SURRoUNdING CoMMUNITIES. I ALSo SHoW ALL

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charminG STone coTTaGe, 2 bedrooms, 1 ¾ bath, oak hardwood floors, built-in corner cabinet, fireplace, half acre lot. Preston $69,900houSe & ShoP Affordable living, 3 bedroom home includes 24 x 40 attached garage, Greenleafton $59,900

affordable & move in ready! Park like yard & mature shade trees. Great kitchen, lots of cabinets & counter space opens to dining area. Lower level has finished office area, laundry & storage. Greenleafton $59,900

eaSy To enjoy: Neat remodel 2 bedroom, new kitchen & bath, 6 panel oak doors, 2 car det garage, deck $69,900 Harmony

here’S a honey - Super layout this 2 bedroom ranch has beautiful oak hardwood floors & many updates. Covered patio and X lg 1 car garage, Harmony $69,900 eaSy To keeP & enjoy: 2 bedrm

ranch on corner lot. Open kitchen-dining breakfast bar. Huge 2 car attached garage. Harmony $112,000

comforT by deSiGn: 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhome offers everything on one level. Generous living space, southern exposure. Large master bedroom & walk-in closet. Large att garage. Harmony $129,900

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counTry home on acreaGe: 2 story home, 4 good sized bedrms, 2 bath, built-ins, hardwood floors, large pantry & home office. Detached garage, 80 x 44 steel shed, hard surface road. Harmony, $125,000

brick home on acreaGe: Historic brick home with mature trees, great yard, offers an affordable slice of country. $107,000 Additional 20 acres crop land option available.

TimeleSS TreaSure: Grand 4 bedroom 2 story home, original features. Summer kitchen, garage, 30 x 45 shop (in-floor heat & water) barn & garden space. Beautifully landscaped. On 5 acres $236,000

30 acreS: 6 bedrm ranch home, LL walk out. Att 2 car heated garage, shop 36 x 48 steel shed & shelter. Fenced pasture with spring fed creek Spring Valley $269,000

affordable home 2 bdrm cottage near trail & river. Eat-in kitchen with generous living room & office. Bath updated. FA heat & central air. Nice deep lot. $45,000 Preston

SimPly wonderful! Updated 3 bedroom ranch move in ready! Main floor laundry & bath. Lower level finished in 2002 familyroom, bedroom, office, 3/4 bath & utility area, with lots of storage. Mabel $79,900

farm land: 94.75 acreS CRP land. Bristol Township can be bought out of program. Adjoining woodS: 46.88 acres buildable, older well, driveway access Bristol Township. Cty 30. Nice spot, call for details.new liSTinG - SouTh of laneSboro24.1 Acres- woods Drake Road • 16.49 Acres- woods Drake RoadOutdoor Lover’s Paradise! Super area for camping or building a cabin. Hiking trail to top of hill, rock out-croppings & great view from top open land. Prime hunting. 1/2 mile to trout streams. Good access.

beauTiful home on 5 acreS 3 bedrm ranch home, oak hardwoods, vaulted ceilings, large family room, fireplace, walk-out LL familyrm & workshop. Deck att. garage. Anxious seller! Great views! $234,500 Lanesboro/Preston area

21+ acreS wonderful 2 STory farm houSe walk-out basement 20x20 detached garage plus 28x32 shop with 16 ft overhead door, 58x84 shed, and a 24x60 barn, box stalls. $177,500 super deal!

new liSTinG 3 bdrm 2 story home, open staircase, new windows, bright kitchen & dining area, shaded deck, great location! 2 car det garage $84,000 HarmonySurPriSinG SPaciouS 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home with large 2 car heated garage. Preston $87,900

room for family & friendS: 4 bedrm, 2 bath home, LL familyrm, brick fireplace, master bedroom, walk-in closets 24 x 26 det garage. Deck & screen porch. Harmony $119,900

borderinG counTry: 3 bedroom ranch updated, full basement offers room to expand, attached 1 car garage and deck. Harmony $84,900

Scenic SeTTinG Open & bright, floor plan. Lower level family room with walk- out. Plus room for office, hobbies & storage. Att large 1 car garage. Only 1 block from trail Preston. $125,000drive a liTTle, GeT a loT! 4 bedrm, 2 bath, 2 story in mint condition, beautiful woodwork, deck familyroom, garage. $105,000 Mabel

comforTable livinG: 3 bedroom ranch very nice basement. Newer detached garage & a great location. $81,500 Harmony

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houSe and ShoP - Spacious 4 bedroom home with neutral decor, bright and open floor plan. Detached garage. Also has an attached workshop. Harmony $78,500

Scenic counTry viewS: 4 bdrm, 2 bath home, master bedrm, bath & walk-in closet. Lg family room with room for dining & game area. 2 car att garage. Harmony $225,000

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78057 STaTe hiGhway 16, Grand meadow New List-ing - Acreage on Highway 16. Beautiful turn of the century country home. Includes 4 bdrms (large in size with walk-in closets in 2 of them), 2 baths, hardwood floors, crown moldings, paneled doors, gas fire-place, bay window in living room, main floor laundry, formal dining room & eat-

in kitchen, & partial wrap around deck. 18x32 barn with leanto & water for livestock, 30x40 heated shed w/leanto, and 20x25 heated shop. Approximately 2.3 acres. $184,000

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loT wiTh view- laneSboro- reduced - Awesome view! Buildable lot 1/3 of an acre, on edge of town. Buy now, build later. Nice little investment! $29,600

buildinG loTS: Buy now and build when you’re ready! Newest division in Harmony- some walk outs, starting at $11,900 Open to all builders. Buy 2 get a discount.

rollinG counTry viewS! 3 bedrm, 2 bath, home with lots of room, windows, shingles. 100ft x 32 ft machine shed/barn & kennel. 5 acres of pasture. Preston $120,000

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xxx 212 ST, PreSTon, mn. $79,900 - Approxi-m a t e l y 8.42 acre building site near

Forestville State Park. 2 different possible building sites on this acreage. Panoramic views, wooded with slop-ping land.

fantastic home by Park: 4 bdrm, 3 full baths. Great layout open vaulted main living area with oak mission style cabinets, 6 panel doors, oak hardwood flooring, LL finished. Fountain. $205,000

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church hill School condoS - Offering a picturesque setting high overlooking Lanesboro we have a few units open, finished or unfinished with suggested floor plans. Underground parking garage space. Enjoy a simpler lifestyle with breathtaking scenery, theatre, arts, and

recreational activities. Starting At $125 -150,000

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23383 co rd 14, Preston, mn. $259,900 Approx 8.5 acres near Forestville State Park. 3 bdrm 2 bath home, totally remodeled & renovated down to stud walls. All new interior,

cement board siding, new shingles & gutters, windows, furnace & c/a. 60x40 barn & 40x90 lean to & misc. outbuildings. Great front porch & lower level walk out wi/patio area. On black top road. Panoramic views of countryside.

Prime location near forestville State Park. $59,900 Over 4 acres of panoramic views, wooded lot and

borders southern branch of Root River which is an excellent trout stream. Enjoy the wildlife and peaceful surroundings from your new home’s deck! xxxx Mayapple Lane, Preston, MN. (near Forestville State Park entrance).

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

new liSTinG - 117 crown hill rd w, PreSTon - Great 4.83 Acreage with barn & several outbuildings. Great trails within the property down to and near the Root River which borders the property. The home has

many updates and also includes hardwood floors, natural wood work, 4 large bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor laundry, open staircase, formal dining, den/study and a mud room (or 3 season porch) off kitchen area. $184,900

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3 BR, 2 BA HOUSE with 2 car garage plus a one-car garage, large no-maintenance deck, beautiful large lawn with a sprin-kler system. 45009 Goodrich St. Rushford Village, 55971. 507-864-2282. e4,11- o

HOME FOR SALE: 2 bedroom, 2 bath, full finished basement, 5-car garage space, new shingles, new septic. Rushford. Call 507-864-2661. e4,11- x

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Preston Great 1 1/2 story 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath and attached 3 season porch. One car detached garage and Flat Lot. $64,900 $59,900 MLS #4031651

Preston 3 bdrm, Rambler, MF Laundry, Large Garage, low maintenance exterior, Close to swimming pool park and trail. $4K carpet allowance $99,900 $89,900 MLS#4030099

Greenleafton 2 bedroom rambler has new carpet and fresh paint, newer windows and roof. 15547 Kiwi Rd, $52,000 $47,900 MLS#4035459

Preston Enjoy this 3 Bedroom 2 Bath split that offers privacy with wooded area in backyard. Home features vaulted family room with Gas Fireplace, step saving kitchen and spacious living room. $118,000 • MLS#4036444

Randy Barnes410 N. Main, Harmony, MN • (Across from Kwik Trip)

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AlwAys CAll RAndy BARnes

VeRy seCluded spot Lots of privacy. Twelve year old large modular home on 25 acres. Beautiful country setting. Hunter’s dream area. 40’ x 80’ pole shed of which 40’ is insulated shop. Could be handy man’s dream. Bring horses and four-wheelers, plenty of room and trails. 16165 351st Ave, Harmony. $165,000. Always call Randy Barnes for appointment, 507-251-3271.

new listing HARmony 3 Bedroom, Nice Neighborhood. $77,000. Call Randy Barnes for Details, 507-251-3271.

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Looking for a wonderfuL pLace to Live? Come to the open house & see the beautiful 2 & 3 bedroom town

homes at Scenic View Town Homes in Rushford, MN. Open house will be held between 5-7pm on

Thursday, June 14th. 1114 & 1127 Scenic view court, ruShford, Mn

Or to make an appointment call 507.864.7880 *Income restrictions apply

LAKEWOOD SENIOR HOuSINg, 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 laun-dry. Rent based on income. Off-street parking. Call (507) 867-4791.

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

KENiLWORtH APARtMENtS and SyLVAN MANOR of Lanesboro have apts. for seniors 62+ or handicapped/dis-abled. Rent based on income. Onsite laundry, large communtiy room and patio for tenant use. Call 507-467-2222 EHO r4tfn- o

3+ BEdROOM RANCH home with garage in Wykoff. No smoking or no pets. Available June 1st. Call Fran 507-951-3746. r14,21,28,4- o

FOR RENt iN FOUNtAiN: 2 bedroom apt, NSNP, onsite laundry. Please call 507-268-4468. r28tfn- o

FOR RENTFOR RENTiMMACULAtE 3 bdrm, 2 bath, Houston. Split foyer, tuck under garage, huge deck. 507-459-6429. Rochester or LaCrosse Craigslist. e30tfn- o

HOUSE FOR SALE or rent in Peterson. 3BR, single car garage. 1BA. Call 507-875-2643. e26tfn- o

HOUSE FOR SALE: 203 Coffee St. downtown Lanesboro. 2 bdrm, 1 bath. 507-429-5809 or 806-268-0194. e16tfn- o

BiG WOOdS, tROUt, deer. Buildable 6, 11 or 17 acres, road, survey, electric, telephone. See rogerland.com Wi-MN Real Estate. 608-385-8080. e21tfn- o

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$79,9002 AVE B NE, CHATFIELD• 2 Bedrooms • 0.52 Acre lot • No backyard neighbors• Updated throughout • Hardwood floors • Gas stove• Permanent siding • New roof • Mature trees

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$124,900521 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD• 3+ Bedrooms on same level • 2 Baths• 2 Car garage • Numerous updates • Move-in condition

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616 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Lg Foyer• Family Rm w/gas fireplace • Vaulted ceilings • Close to HS, new roof, oversized garage

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$109,000135 GOLD ST SOUTH, WYKOFF• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Bath • 2 Car garage• New roof • Updated throughout • Original• Gorgeous French Second Empire cottage

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222 SILVER ST S, WYKOFF• 5 Lg bedrooms • Hardwood floors • Main floor living• Lg lot w/no backyard neighbors • Updated roof & furnace

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$90,000255 1ST AVE NE, HARMONY• 4 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Open layout • 3 Finished levels

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729 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedrooms plus 2 dens • Main Fl laundry• Numerous updates, steel siding• Huge 2 car garage, deck movie-in-condition

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$104,900$99,90021 GROVE ST NE, CHATFIELD• 2 Bedrooms • 2 Full Baths • 2 Car Garage (24x28)• 2 City lots • Fireplace • Hardwood floors • Vinyl siding

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$149,900105 5TH ST SW, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedrooms on second level • 2 Baths• Paneled doors • Hardwood floors throughout• Original trim • Built-ins • Crown moldings• Sun room • 3,757 sq ft • 2 Car garage

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CLASSIC 2-STORY FILLED WITH OLD WORLD CHARM

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101 PLEASANT ST EAST, LANESBORO• 3 Bedroom • Main floor laundry • Level corner lot• New windows, roof, siding, boiler, water heater• Recently updated kithcen & bath, deck • Patio

#4034548$179,900

TOTALLY REMODELED INSIDE AND OUT!

104 FILLMORE ST E, WYKOFF• 4 Bedroom • 3 Bath • 2 Car gar • Hardwood floors• Paneled doors • Open layout• Basement roughed in for bath & floor heat

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$549,900150 HWY 30 WEST, CHATFIELD• 18 Unit hotel/motel w/Community Room

& Banquet Hall • 18,277 sq. ft. under one roof• Includes 3 bdrm, 2 bath home • 3.2 acres

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GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

$64,900212 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD• Updated main floor w/1,320 sq ft & bath• 2-1 Bedroom apartment’s w/separated utilities

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RETAIL OR OFFICE SPACE

$49,900218 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD• Solid main floor building plus basement• Includes warehouse w/loading dock

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LOTS FOR SALECHATFIELD – NEW LISTING - Build your dream homeon this 5 acre approved building site tucked in the val-ley with 429 feet of Root River frontage. Small pasturefor the animals, beautiful views of the valley, short driveto town and is suitable for walkout. $59,900 #4037045CHATFIELD – Fingerson & Donahoe First Subd.Covenant controlled neighborhood with lg cul-de-sac,walk-out lots w/private backyards. Lots starting at$29,900. NEW PRICING AND ADDITIONAL LOTSAVAILABLE!LANESBORO – 1.43 acre building site within city lim-its. Great views, walkout, city utilities, protective con-venants apply. $44,900 #4031256RACINE – Lyman’s Second Subdivision. Located innewer development on cul-de-sac street with city utili-ties, choice of builder and covenant controlled. Hurryonly 3 lots available. Prices starting at $19,900.ROCHESTER – NEW LISTING – Nice multi-purposesite at the intersection of Hwy. 14 and Cty Rd 19.$39,900 #4036641

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UPDATED RANCH ON LARGE LOT

116 CENTENNIAL ST E, WYKOFF• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • LL Family room• Roof (09) • Steel siding • 2 Car garage

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$159,900

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414 COTTAGE GROVE AVE, PRESTON• 2 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Wood/vaulted ceilings• 3 Car garage • No backyard neighbors

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$114,900515 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedrooms on main floor • Hardwood floors• New windows & exterior doors • Vinyl siding• New furnace, central air and concrete driveway

#4036385

$129,90014 FILLMORE ST NE, CHATFIELD• 4 Bedroom • 3 Bath • 2 Car garage• Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout• Wood FP & wood stove • Nearly 3,000 sq ft

#4036769

MOVE-IN CONDITION

20602 CTY 2, CHATFIELD• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3,085 sq ft • Main floor living• Refinished hardwood floors • New septic • On blacktop• Several well-kept outbuildings • 2.5 miles from town

#4033043

UPDATED WITH CHARACTER ON 12.69 ACRES

$325,000

$750,0007189 90TH ST SE, STEWARTVILLE• 3 Bedroom • 3 Bath ranch built in 2001• 31 Aces tillable • Balance in pasture/yard• Heated shop w/bath • 2 pole sheds • 2 Cattle sheds• Calf shed • Just off the blacktop • 15 min to Rochester

#4036697

65 ACRES • TURN-KEY BEEF SET-UP

FARM

#4037339

1300 CONWAY LANE SE, CHATFIELD• 4 Bedrooms • 5 baths • Brick exterior• Main floor living • 3’ doors • 9’ Ceilings • 4,784 sq. ft. • 1.3 acre lot • Private Drive • LL previously used asmother-in-law residence

#4037085

SPRAWLING WALKOUT RANCH

$329,900

NEW LISTING$30,000

208 ST. PAUL STREET SW, PRESTON • Professional office space or retail• Display window • hardwood floors • ½ Bath

GREAT DOWNTOWN LOCATION!

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29692 HARROW RD, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedroom • Hobby farm ideal for HorsesRemodeled house • Pole shed • Barn• Secluded Valley • fenced pasture

#4037458

19 ACRES WITH ROOT RIVER FRONTAGE

$214,900

5872 65TH AVE SE, ROCHESTER• 5 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • Blacktop Rd• Fully finished walkout • Pole Shed• Wrap around deck • Horses Welcome

#4037459

2003 CAPE COD ON 8.9 ACRES

$269,000

501 COUNTY ROAD 8, FOUNTAIN• 2 Bedroom plus LL den • 2 Bath• LL Family room with wood stove,

#4037531

1977 RANCH STYLE HOME

$77,000

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TOWNHOMESCHATFIELD ORCHARD RIDGE LOTS – BANK OWNEDTownhome lots with private backyards (4 walkout, 2level). This upscale neighborhood is on a paved deadend road with city utilities. Only $20,000/each.

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225 3RD ST SW, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Solid doors

613 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 3,526 sq. ft.

1451 LONE STONE CT. SE, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 2001 Ranch

1552 AMCO DRIVE SE, CHATFIELD• 5 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 2012 Split.

1006 MAIN ST S, CHATFIELD• 1 Bedroom • Main floor living • Garage

112 UNION ST. NE, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Main floor laundry

2 CAR GARAGE + STORAGE SHED

$89,900626 UNION ST NE, CHATFIELD• 2 Plus bedroom • 2 Bath • Large corner lot• Main floor living • Totally updated• All appliances • Move-in condition • CA

#4034304

$129,900315 BENCH ST SW, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Original woodwork• Leaded windows • Paneled doors • Hardwood floors• 2 Enclosed porches • Numerous improvements

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ALL THE MODERN COLORS

$169,900604 MARGARET ST NE, CHATFIELD• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath • Gas Fireplace • Great Location• Heated ceramic tile • Large Deck • 0.43 acre lot• Wooded Backyard • No backyard neighbors • Move-in-ready

#4037825

NEW LISTING

$129,900236 HARDWOOD AVE NE, CHATFIELD• 3 Main floor bedrooms • 2 Baths • Walkout LL• All new windows/doors • New roof • Steel siding• Large deck • Gas stove • All appliances

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445511 Hillview Drive Rushford, MN 3200 sq. ft. home on 3 AC close to town. Gas frpl. up & down; hot tub; expansive master suite; wrap around deck w/elegant landscaping; 3 car gar. & heated work shop.

Build your dream home on 17.5 AC: South of Rushford on HWY 43. $89,900.

201 Grove St E, Rushford, MN New roof; Completely remodeled kitchen; new flooring; 3 BR, 2 BA, mainfl. laund. Close to school & shops. $89,900.

690 Harrison St. Lewiston Charming home completely remodeled from top to bottom both inside & out. Move right in for $95,000.

207 Elm St. N, Rushford Successful going auto repair/body shop/sales business & real estate: It all goes, including tools & equip. Be your own boss. Don’t miss out. $349,900.

109 Mill St., Peterson Charming 2 story home on a huge lot w/3 BR, 2 BA mainfloor laundry and a large 2+ car att. garage. Open stair case, updated electrical and windows. $87,500.

121 N Elm, Rushford - New listing: Classic home w/hardwood floors, open staircase; new roof, windows, completely remodeled kitchen, large garage & added storage. Fenced yard, 3 BR, 2 BA, $129,900

205 Maple St. S., Rushford Major price reduction! Classic home with original woodwork, open staircase, New roof, windows, boiler, water heater and elect. Serv. 3 BR, 2 BA, impressive. $114,900.

905 Hillcrest, Rushford Major price reduction! 3 BR, 3 BA well maintained ranch on quiet cul-de-sac w/cen. air, and many updates. Move right in for $110,000. 30251 Darr Lane, Rushford Beautiful 5 bedroom w/

expansive views of the city. Custom cabinetry, hardwood floors, fireplace & spacious fam. room. Lg. master suite. 3 car heated garage. Plumbed for infloor heat! $215,000.

Buildable Lot in Rushford: $29,900. Put up a single family or multiunit.

Commercial Lot in Rushford: 1/2 acre lot zoned commercial adjacent to Minnesota State Bike Trail. $49,900

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Safe. Secure. SmartFeatherlite, Inc., manufacturer of custom order and standard model specialty trailers located in Cresco is seeking motivated individuals to fill the following positions:

Seasonal positions available.

ASSEMBLERSSuccessful candidates should possess the ability to assemble products by interpreting print packets and bill of materials, be able to accurately measure components and assemblies, utilize a variety of hand, power, and air tools, and perform repetitive work within set standards. Previous experience is a plus.

ASSEMBLY WELDERSMust be able to accurately read and interpret print packets, instructions, and work orders for assigned jobs, and fabricate aluminum and/or steel components, subassemblies or assemblies as required using proper welding techniques. The successful candidates will be able to work with minimal supervision and will be self-motivated. Previous welding experience is required.

Wages are based upon experience. Featherlite offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes health insurance, life and disability insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 125 Plans for Medical and Child Care Reimbursement, 401k, vacation and personal time, holiday pay, prescription safety eyeglasses program and others.

If you would like to learn more about the opportunities currently available at Featherlite, please apply at our Cresco facility, 816 7th Street West, anytime between 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Featherlite, Inc. does require pre-employment drug screening.

PART-TIME DESK PERSON. Has to be flexible. Hours are days, evenings & week-ends as needed. Green Gables Inn 507-467-2936. h14tfn- o

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT: Temporary position available July-October. Call Rushford Dental Clinic. 507-864-7773. h30tfn- o

ON THE CRUNCHY SIDE in Harmony is hiring part-time bartender’s and part-time waitstaff. Wed-Sun, 16-25 hrs per week. Apply in person Wed-Sun, ask for Lisa. h21,28,4,11- o

ON THE CRUNCHY SIDE in Harmony is hiring kitchen staff/cooks. Part to full-time positions available, Wed-Sun, morn-ing, afternoon & evening shifts available. Apply in person Wed-Sun, ask for Miles. h21,28,4,11- o

RESUMES THAT WORK for people on the move! Career Accelerators, Inc. - Call 507-867-3617. h21,28,4,11- o

FULL-TIME PARAPROFESSIONAL needed at the Root River Program. Mail completed application or resume to: Micki Breitsprecher, Director of Special Education, Fillmore Central Schools, P.O. Box 50, Preston, MN 55965. h4,11,18- o

SPRING VALLEY SENIOR LIVING is looking for a caring and dependable indi-vidual for the position of part-time Unit Coordinator. The Unit Coordinator pro-vides the receptionist, clerical, and orga-nizational support to the nursing unit. Approximately 3 days per week. Previous experience in long term care is preferred but not required. If interested send application or resume to Spring Valley Senior Living, Attn: Human Resources, 800 Memorial Drive, Spring Valley, MN 55975. Or e-mail hr@svseniorliving.com. EOE. h4,11- o

CONTRACT SALESPERSONS Sell aerial photography of farms, commission basis, $7,000-$10,000/month. Proven product and earnings. Travel required. More info at msphotosd.com or call 605/882-3566 MCAN

TRADE SHOW PROMOTER in MN & ND. Schedules are flexible, shows gener-ally fall on the weekends. No selling is involved. info@innovativebasementsys-tems.com or call 888/202-4242 MCAN

PART-TIME ANNOUNCER. KFIL Radio/Cumulus Media in Preston is seeking a part-time on-air personality and ad copy production person. Candidate must pos-sess good computer skills and be avail-able flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Send resume to KFIL Radio, Attention Bruce, PO Box 370, Preston, MN 55965 or email to production@kfil-radio.com. Cumulus Media Partners is an equal employment opportunity employer. h28,4- o

DRIVERS: SOLOS & TEAMS. Class A CDL-1 yr. exp. $.35-$.45 cpm. Safety & fuel bonuses. Jaime/Eric 888-912-7342 or 563-579-3421. h28,4- x

PART-TIME CLEANING person for Lanesboro American Legion. Flexible hours. Call 507-467-3440 after 3pm. h4- o

NOW HIRING: Companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500.00 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 DEPT. MN-485. h4,11,18- x

EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

System DispatcherTri-County Electric Cooperative, Rushford, MN, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Sys-tem Dispatcher. This position serves as the primary and after-hours dis-patcher for crews. Job functions include possessing considerable skill in exercising in-dependent judgment and working in emergency situations with speed and accuracy; Must be knowledgeable of required computer applications; ra-dio communications; A strong under-standing of the theory of electricity and associated principles; advanced computer experience a must; previ-ous utility experience desired.

The complete job description and application is available at

www.tec.coop. Applications will be accepted until the end of the business day on June 15, 2012. TEC is an equal Opportu-nity Employer.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT F & M Community Bank, NA

Chatfield, MN.Our growing community bank is looking to fill the following positions in our Chatfield office:

Personal Banker Position. This position involves assisting customers with their banking needs including opening new deposit accounts, granting consumer loans and providing additional bank services as needed. Similar experience is preferred but not required.

Lender Position. This lending position will include residential real estate loans and small to medium commercial loans. Lending experience is preferred but not required.

Teller/Loan Administrative Assistant Position. Duties include working on the teller line and assisting lenders with file documentation. Banking experience is preferred but not required.

Please mail resume to: F & M Community Bank, NA, PO Box 467, Preston, MN. 55965.

Contact: Charles Aug, President at 507-765-3823.

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC.A Senior Living Community

EnvironmEntal SErvicES tEam Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc.

A Senior Living CommunityChosen Valley Care Center is seeking a part time energetic, reliable person to join our Environmental Services Team. This person’s du-ties would include both housekeeping and laundry duties. Applications and questions should be directed to Chosen Valley Care Center Attn: Judy (507) 867-4220 or submit online at www.chosenvalleyseniorliv-ing.com. (EOE/AA)

Green Lea Manor Nursing Home115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954

(507) 493-5436

Contact: Annette or stop by for an application.

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Hwy. 44 BAR & GRILL

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DELANO MANUFACTURING COMPANY Industrial Louvers hiring Shop Floor Manager, must have minimum two-years production floor management experience.4-day workweek. Information - www.industriallouver.com/careers Resume - conniet@industriallouver.com MCAN

SALES SPECIALIST to work in MN & ND in the basement waterproofing/founda-tion repair field. First year earnings poten-tial $100,000+. info@innovativebasement-systems.com or 888/202-4242 MCAN

$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS Midnite Express wants experienced OTR drivers & owner operators with Class A CDL. Lease pur-chase plan available. Call 800/726-8639. Apply online www.midnitexpress.com MCAN

DRIVERS Great pay, quarterly safety bonus. Hometown choices. Steady freight, full or part-time. Safe, clean, modern trucks. CDL-A, 3 months current OTR experi-ence. 800/414-9569 www.driveknight.com MCAN

GIGANTIC MULTI-FAMILY Country garage sale. Sat. June 9th 8-Noon. Name brand children’s clothes, men’s and wom-en’s adult clothing, Arctic Cat, Harley Davidson motorcycle parts, Corelle dishes, Fiesta dishes, pots & pans, silverware, sharp knives, antiques, vintage items, vin-tage linens, toys and vintage toys, baby items, full size headboard and frame, home decor, and much more. Shawn & Tara Bergey’s, 14910 351st Ave, (4 miles NE of Harmony). Watch for signs. g4- o

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MULTI-FAMILY sale. Clothes: adult, teen, children’s 12 mo to 10/12, household, toys, collectibles, sports cards, hardware, Graco stroller, more... 104 Spruce St., Fountain. June 8-9, 8am. Watch for signs. g4- x

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HUGE MULTI-FAMILY garage sale. Saturday, June 9th, 7am-Noon. Adult clothes, girl clothes, high chair, 2 jump-eroos, 2 strollers, dish sets, kitchen misc, cookbooks, home decor, little tike slide, little tike jungle gym. Karen Koch, 301 Cedar St., Fountain. g4- o

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HUGE SALE: Sat. June 9th 8am-6pm, Sun. June 10th 10am-? Model T, dirt-bikes: XR100 & KX65, motorcycle trailers, tools, tent, pianos, misc. Main & 2nd St., Fountain. g4- o

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GARAGE SALE: Fri, June 8th 12-6pm; Sat, June 9th 8am-2pm. Andrea Hellickson residence, 103 Spruce St. Fountain. CD’s, DVD’s, kid’s toys, home interior, furniture, girls clothes 4T-5T and many misc. items. g4- x

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FOUNTAIN, MN. 609 1st Street. Antiques, collectibles, rummage, furniture, house-hold, books, tools. Friday, June 8th 4-8pm; Saturday June 9th 8-4pm. Paul and Regan Little. g4- o

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94 MAPLE STREET, FOUNTAIN. Friday 6/8 11-7pm; Saturday 6/9 9-3pm. Random household items, girls clothes NB-4T (lots of shoes and dresses), baby items (strollers, high chair, diaperbags), misses clothes and shoes, winter jackets, and furniture. g4- x

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GARAGE SALE: Multi-family, Friday, June 8th 9-6pm and Saturday, June 9th 8:30-Noon. 105 Lilac St. Fountain. Name brand kids clothes, boys and girls, house-hold items, women and mens clothing, kids toys and much more! Something for everyone! g4- o

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EMPLOYMENTFOR REICHEL FOODS SOUTH and North plants in Rochester, MN. 3 shifts available. Vacation, Holiday and Benefits offered. Starting pay $7.50-$9.50. Please call Kelsey for more details at 507-923-4955 or come to the CMG Office at 3707 Commercial Dr SW, Rochester, MN 55902 to fill out an application. We do background checks and drug testing. h4,11,18- x

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Fillmore County JournalWhere Fillmore County

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Page 34 FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL Monday, June 4, 2012 The FCJ reaches over 12,000 household each week.

PUBLIC NOTICESPUBLIC NOTICESPUBLIC NOTICES

System DispatcherTri-County Electric Cooperative, Rushford, MN, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Sys-tem Dispatcher. This position serves as the primary and after-hours dis-patcher for crews. Job functions include possessing considerable skill in exercising in-dependent judgment and working in emergency situations with speed and accuracy; Must be knowledgeable of required computer applications; ra-dio communications; A strong under-standing of the theory of electricity and associated principles; advanced computer experience a must; previ-ous utility experience desired.

The complete job description and application is available at

www.tec.coop. Applications will be accepted until the end of the business day on June 15, 2012. TEC is an equal Opportu-nity Employer.

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMOREIN DISTRICT COURTTHIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICTPROBATE COURT DIVISIONCourt File No. 23-PR-12-355In Re: Estate ofJohanna Vreeman Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS Notice is given that Informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated September 30, 2009, has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed JoAnne K. Forland and Kimberly J. Amdahl, whose addresses are 13056 190th Street, Spring Valley, MN 55975 and 702 Veterans Street, Flandreau, SD 57028, to serve as Personal Representatives of the estate of the above decedent. Any heir, devisee or other inter-ested person may be entitled to appoint-ment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative, and the personal repre-sentative is empowered to fully administer the estate, including, after 30 days from the date of the issuance of her letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate, unless objections thereto are filed with the Court (pursuant to Section 524.3-607) and the Court oth-erwise orders. Notice is further given that ALL CRED-ITORS having claims against the said estate are required to present the same to said personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred.Dated: May 25, 2012

/s/ James D. AttwoodRegistrar

JAMES D. ATTWOODCourt Administrator

Kelly M. Wagner #0314031Baudler, Maus, Forman, Kritzer & Wagner124 North BroadwayPO Box 1268Spring Valley, MN 55975(507)346-7301 Fax: (507)346-2537

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINg FORESTVILLE TOWNSHIP

The Forestville Township Supervisors have scheduled a public hearing for Friday, June 15, 2012 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall, in regards to a Variance application for the property of Heusinkveld Farms at 17524, CR 5, Spring Valley, MN. This Variance is for a feedlot building in section 28 of Forestville Township that is not in compli-ance with 2000’ setback that Ordinance requires. Any persons wishing to speak before the Supervisors are asked to attend this hearing.

Connie MorgerClerk

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COUNTY PROJECTSBIDS CLOSE JUNE 11, 2012

FILLMORE COUNTY, MNNOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be accepted by the County Engineer, at the Fillmore County Highway Department, Preston, MN. until 1:30 p.m. on the 11th day of June, 2012, for the fol-lowing project(s): S.A.P. 023-625-011; Construct Br #23K15, and minor approaches; on CSAH 25, located northwest of the City of Peterson, in Section 2, T104N, R9W. Major quantities include: PC 10’ x 5’ con-crete box, 80 l.f.; ‘special end sections’, minor approach patching; riprap & turf establishment tems. Plan and proposal price for each project set is $50.00 picked up, and $55.00 if sent by US mail. Plans, proposals and specifications can be examined and obtained from the Fillmore County Highway Department, 909 Houston St., Preston, MN 55965, ph #507-765-3854. Requests for plans and pro-posals must be accompanied by a check, draft or a money order, payable to the Fillmore County Treasurer, in the amount mentioned above. Bids submitted must be individually sealed, and identified on the outside for

each specific project. A bidder’s bond or a certified check in the amount of at least 5% of the total amount bid and payable must accompany each bid to the Treasurer of Fillmore County.Fillmore County reserves the right to reject any or all bids.Dated: May 14, 2012

John M. Grindeland, County EngineerFillmore County, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMOREIN DISTRICT COURTTHIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICTPROBATE COURT DIVISIONCourt File No. 23-PR-12-354In Re: Estate ofLuella C. Penne Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS Notice is given that Informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated June 27, 1975, has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Linda R. Miller, whose address is 611 Birch Street, PO Box 37 Fountain, MN 55935, to serve as Personal Representative of the estate of the above decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representa-tive or may object to the appointment of the personal representative, and the per-sonal representative is empowered to fully administer the estate, including, after 30 days from the date of the issuance of her letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate, unless objections thereto are filed with the Court (pursuant to Section 524.3-607) and the Court oth-erwise orders. Notice is further given that ALL CREDI-TORS having claims against the said estate are required to present the same to said personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred.Dated: May 25, 2012

/s/ James D. AttwoodRegistrar

JAMES D. ATTWOODCourt Administrator

Steven Corson #18995Corson Law Offices, LLC117 St. Paul St SWPO Box 65Preston, MN 55965(507)765-2121

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINg FORESTVILLE TOWNSHIP

The Forestville Township Supervisors have scheduled a public hearing for Friday, June 15, 2012 at approximately 8:00pm at the Town Hall, in regards to a Conditional Use Permit and Variance application for the property of Heusinkveld Farms at 17524, CR 5, Spring Valley, MN. The Conditional Use Permit is for a pro-posed feedlot in section 29 of Forestville Township that will have a 32x160 monoslope building with a 30x160 cement pad out front. The building will be a dry bedding pack barn with proposed animal units at 235. The Variance is for a feedlot building that is not in compliance with 2000’ set-back that the Ordinance requires. Any persons wishing to speak before the Supervisors are asked to attend this hear-ing.

Connie MorgerClerk

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Minnesota Secretary of StateCERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted:

A LITTLE DECADENCE 2. State the address of the princi-pal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box.

609 FIRST STFOUNTAIN, MN 55935

3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting busi-ness under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address.

PAUL M LITTLE609 FIRST ST

FOUNTAIN, MN 55935REgAN R LITTLE

609 FIRST ST FOUNTAIN, MN 55935

4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the appli-cable chapter of Minnesota Statues. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Dated: 2-8-12Signed: /s/ Paul M. Little, owner

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

DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 888-472-9219 (MFPA)

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AUTOS AUTOS

THE FAMILY OF Dennis Peterson would like to sincerely thank everyone for all of the cards, calls and visits, not only at the time of Dennis’ death, but also during his lengthy illness. It meant so very much to all of us. Special thanks to all those who attended and/or participated in the beautiful memorial service. God bless you all.

Ruth & Nathan Petersont4- o

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~THE LOREN REINHARDT family thank all those for their kindness in memorials, cards, flowers, food, visits and prayers. Eternally grateful to each one of those who were there supporting us the past 7 years. We thank the Preston Samaritan Home Care who gave Loren excellent care, Gwen, Brend & Helen and those behind the scene. To Pastor John Sinae and Paul Forde for their prayers and visits. We thank Pastor Forde, soloist Tammy Danielson, organist Jan Meyer, Mark Hanson for the epilogue. The WELCA ladies for the lunch. The 7 nephews who were pallbearers. Fountain American Legion Post 492 for the military honors. The Riley Funeral Home and the Preston Ambulance Crew. We apologize if we missed anyone.

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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~THANK YOU to Bobbie Vickerman, the City of Lanesboro staff, the Lanesboro City Council, Doug Johnson of Norse Valley Construction, Jason Resseman of Landscape Artisans, Root River Hardwoods and SVJ Designs. We thank you for all of your hard work, dedication, and thoughtfulness in regards to the Lanesboro Community Center memorial bench and garden in memory of Rita Peterson. Your kindness is greatly appreciated by us both and we are truly overwhelmed by this beautiful gift. It really means the world to us and we are forever grateful to all of you.

Justin Peterson and Annette Peterson-Igbinovia

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Thurs, June 7 - 9:00am, Corcoran Plumbing and Heating. 15687 Co. Rd. 25, Rollingstone, MN 55969 Excavator, Dozer Equip, Trucks, Trailer, Inventory, Power Equipment, Tools. For more info contact Zenke Auction & Realty at www.ZenkeAuctionRealty.com or call 507-895-2090. Notice in the Journal.Sat., June 9 - 9:00 a.m., Antique Furniture, Guns, Appliances, Collectables, Vehicles, Furniture, etc. (Bluck, Owners) Sale Site: Fillmore County Fairgrounds, Preston, MN For more info contact Matt Gehling Realty and Auction Co., 507-765-2131, or go to www.mattgehling.comSat., June 9 - 9a.m.-10a.m., Classic, Antique and Collector Cars. Sale Site: Spring Grove Fest Building, Spring Grove, MN. For more info go to www.springgroveauctions.com. Notice in the Journal.Sat., June 9 - 8:30a.m., Antique Gas Engines, Farm Primitives, Power and Hand Tools, Fire Arms, and more. Sale Site: 27425 Wabasha Rd. St. Charles, MN For more info contact: Matt Maring Auction at 507.789.5421 or go to www.maringauction.com Notice in the Journal.Sat., June 10 - 9:00a.m.,Selling 2 Rings All Day, 25+ Guns, 60+ Dolls, 150+ Lots of Coins and Currency. Sale Site: Spring Valley Sales Auction Building, 412 East Park Street, Spring Valley, MN. For more info contact: Spring Valley Sales Co. (507)346-2183.springvalleysales.com Notice in the Journal.Wed., June 20 - Consignment Auction. Sale Site: Gehling Implement and Auction Co., Preston, MN. For more info contact Gehling Auction Co. (507)765-2131. www.gehlingauction.com.

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On-Line Auctions -Municipal On & Off Sale Liquidation, Bidding ends Monday, June 18, 5pm. Commercial Grade stainless steel items, sinks, blender, misc. beer-wine-drink items, and more! For more information . go to www.darrauctions.com or call Darr Auctions at 800-852-0010

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