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The Byron City Council appointed a new mayor and des-ignated committee assignments at their meeting on Wednesday night, January 11. The council made the following appointments for 2012: Acting Mayor – Bret Baumbach; Fire Department representative – Bob Meyer, Jason Snow, alternate; Plan-ning Commission representative

– Ann Diercks, Bob Meyer, alter-nate; Park Board representative – Bob Meyer, Jason Snow, alternate; Byron Economic Development Authority – Bret Baumbach, Alan De Keyrel; Government Relations/Chamber representative – Alan De Keyrel, Jason Snow, alternate; Technology representative – Alan De Keyrel, Ann Diercks, alternate;

The Stewartville School Board held an organizational meeting for 2012 on Monday, January 9.The board selected the following officers for 2012: Chairperson – Mark Vaupel; Vice-Chairper-son – Rob Mathias; Clerk – Joe Waugh; Treasurer – Tara Stockman; and Board Secretary – Sheila Gossman. The board approved the sala-ries for board members at $2,200 for the Board Chairperson and $1,900 for each Director. It was noted that the same salary level has been in place since 1999. The board also approved the dates, places and times of regular school board meetings and work sessions for the year. The board passed a resolution designating Patricia Maloney and Joseph Langel of Ratwik, Roszak and Maloney of Min-neapolis, and Steven Corson of Corson Law Office of Stewart-ville as school district attorney.

The board also designated the following individuals from the school district as representatives to the Minnesota State High School League for 2012: Joe Waugh – governing board repre-sentative; Dr. David Thompson

– school representative; Sharon Morlock – girls’ sports represen-tative; Kelly Manley – speech activities, and Jessica Honsey – music activities. The board appointed board members to the following com-mittees for 2012: Tara Stockman – Community Education Advi-sory Committee; Rob Mathias and Joe Waugh – Building Con-struction and Facilities Commit-tee; Mark Vaupel, Tara Stock-man and Elizabeth Lawson – Negotiations Committee; Rob Mathias – Liaison with the High School Student Council; Rod Morlock – Schools for Equity in Education representative; Ange-la Payton – Bonner/Central Par-ent Advisory Committee; Tara

Gold Cross Ambulance service started in Rochester in February 1962. John Perkins was here at the beginning and even though he is retired, he is an encyclopedia of emergency service in Rochester. Perkins started Gold Cross in Rochester after working in Min-neapolis. “In the ‘60s, research showed you were 17 times greater to survive if you were shot in Viet Nam then surviving an accident,” said Perkins. Perkins started Gold Cross to satisfy emergency medical services in Rochester and improve those statistics. Gold Cross became one of the first paramed-

ic level operations in the United States with a highly trained, tech-nically advanced and professional ambulance service. It also was one of the first paramedic services to function without any form of local, state, and federal subsidy. Barb Steele, whose father was Cal Griffith, owner of the Minnesota Twins, helped get Gold Cross on its feet by providing financing. Perkins also started Gold Cross service in Duluth, Mankato, and Owatonna. The City of Duluth called Gold Cross because they were unhappy with the ambu-lance service they had been receiv-ing. Gold Cross was given three weeks to set up the service, which no one thought could be done,

but Perkins and his teams were able to successfully hit the goal. Perkins said it was very reward-ing developing Gold Cross and receiving recognition for what they accomplished. “We found well-trained personnel; we had great employees,” Perkins said. “I realized we were building a repu-tation not only in Rochester, but around the state.” Originally, there were no requirements or regulations for ambulance services. Funeral homes ran ambulances initially. Because they were not allowed to advertise, they printed their name on the sides of the vehicle.

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Norman Elpert Norman Bernard Elpert, 75, of Rochester, passed away on Wednes-day, December 14, 2011, at Golden Living Center West. He was born in Rochester, on March 26, 1936, the eldest child of Irvin and Ann (Scholbrock) Elp-ert. He graduated from Rochester High School in 1954. Norm was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Deyo on December 10, 1956, at St.

Pius X Catholic Church in Roch-ester. Norm was employed at Mike Kuhl Welding, Crenlo, Inc. and Midwest Specialized Transporta-tion, Inc. prior to his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Pat, and four children Dawn (Jeffrey) Mickelson, Scott (Sue) Elpert, Monte (Lori) Elpert and Shane (fiancee Cindy Ronningen) Elpert all of Rochester; six grandchildren, and three great- grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Dwayn (MaryAnn) Elp-ert; three sisters Karen Zahradnik,

Gayle Lowrie and Cheryl (Kevin) Kelly; sister-in-law Audrey (Mar-vin) Yennie; brothers-in-law Randy (Tonia) Deyo and Richard Deyo, Sr. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Janet Too-good and Vivian Greening; four brothers-in-law, Donald Toogood, John Greening, James Zahradnik and Tim Lowrie and his nieces, Susan Greening and Rhonda Elp-ert. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time with his family. A funeral service was held on

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By Bill Lisser The Dover-Eyota School District and teachers came to an agreement on a new contract. The teachers voted to except the contract Tues-day, January 6, in the afternoon and the school board voted unanimously in favor of the contract later that night.

“Both sides kept working and didn’t give up on each other,” said Superintendant Bruce Klaehn. Changing the salary schedule and longevity plan were the challeng-es for both groups. “Both groups wanted it,” Klaehn said. The new contract represents a five percent sal-ary increase divided evenly between

Dover-Eyota Schools and teachers reach agreementyear teachers are employed by the district. Then salary increases are given the first year of a three-year term after the 15th year. It does set a precedent of not expecting a sal-ary increase each year, according to Klaehn. The School Board also approved a new emergency day policy. Under

the first and second year of the con-tract for 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 school years. Curriculum work pay was increased to $24.25 per hour the first year and $24.50 the second year. Concerning longevity, the salary schedule in the contract is set up on a yearly basis until the 15th

By Kevin Blanchard The Stewartville City Council held a public hearing on the pro-posed 2012 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) at their meeting Tuesday night, January 10. During the public hearing, City Engineer David Strauss of Yaggy Colby Associates showed a map of the proposed CIP project which will replace the utilities and pave the following streets: 3rd and 4th Avenue SE from Highway 30 to 4th Street SE; 2nd and 3rd Street SE from 2nd Avenue SE to 4th Avenue SE. He answered a variety of questions that were posed by people from the affected properties who attended the hearing. One person asked if they would need to replace all of the sanitary sewer and water lines from their house out to the street. Strauss answered the project will replace the waterline up to and including the shutoff and the sanitary sewer line that is in the right of way on the home owners’ property. Another person was concerned

about the payment schedule. “Do we need all the money at once?” Finance Director Barb Neubauer said that they will send a letter to each affected property owner as the project nears completion with payment options. Several residents expressed con-cern about the truck traffic that parks in line on their street wait-ing to unload their grain at the elevator. They were concerned that this extra tonnage on the street could result in the streets needing to be repaired or replaced more frequently. “I think it is a better fix to get truckers to use established truck routes,” Council member Judy Hanson said. “I think we should see what it will cost to make those few blocks thicker,” Council member Roger Hanson said. “I think we should look at a heavier road,” Council member Gary Stensrued said. The timetables for the proposed project will be about two to three

Stewartville City Council holds public hearing on 2012 CIPmonths with a possible beginning date of mid to late May 2012. The cost to the city will be $1.5 million. The assessable cost to the benefited property owners will be $160,000. In other action, the city held its annual meeting to make the fol-lowing appointments for 2012: Per-sonnel Committee – Jimmie-John King and Gary Stensrud; Public Works Committee – Jimmie-John King and Judy Hanson; Public Safety Committee – Judy Han-son and Gary Stensrud; Finance Committee – Lori Miller-Beach and Roger Hanson; Park Board – Gary Stensrud, council repre-sentative; Planning and Zoning Commission – Jimmie-John King, council representative; SCCC-STEW19 – Lori Miller-Beach, council representative; Economic Development Authority, Housing and Redevelopment Authority – Roger Hanson and Gary Stensrud, council representatives; Library Board – Jimmie-John King, coun-cil representative; Park Board – Judy Hanson and Jimmie-John

King, council representatives; City Beautification – Lori Miller-Beach, council member; Fire Department Facility – Roger Hanson and Gary Stensrud, council members; Care Center Board – Lori Miller-Beach, council representative; and Emer-gency Management Director – Bill Schimmel, Jr., Director and Steve Wolf, Assistant Director. Tim Clawson CEcD Economic Development and Key Accounts Manager for People’s Cooperative Services presented Mayor Jimmie-John King with a $1,500 check that is a matching grant from its Economic Development Market-ing Grant Program. “The grant was awarded to the city in support of marketing and promotion of the Schumann Industrial Park and the development of the competitive brochure,” Clawson said. “We have worked in partnership with the

city on several projects through the years.” “We greatly appreciate the part-nership with People’s Cooperative Services on economic development projects,” Mayor Jimmie-John King said. “We hope that it will continue for many years to come.” People’s Cooperative Services is a member-owned electric coop-erative with seventy-five years of delivering retail electric power to Olmsted, Dodge, Fillmore, Mower, Wabasha, and Winona Counties. People’s Cooperative Services is a Touchstone Energy® coopera-tive and a member-owner in the Dairyland Power system of elec-tric cooperatives that generates and transmits reliable electric power in sixty-two counties of four states (Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois). The next Stewartville City Council meeting will be held on January 24 at 7 p.m. at the City Hall.

Fratzke-Fishbaugher Cassara Fratzke of Rochester and Cory Fishbaugher of St. Charles were married at Church of the Resurrection in Rochester on September 10, 2011. A din-ner and dance were held at The Ramada Inn. Parents of the bride are Greg and Michelle Fratzke of Rochester. Parents of the groom are Jeff and Kay Fishbaugher of Dover. The couple is living and work-ing in St. Charles.

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Tienter ~ Nederhoff Colleen Tienter wed Joshua Nederhoff in September of 2011. Parents of the groom are Gary and Karen Nederhoff of Rochester, MN. Parents of the bride are Pete and Mary Peterson of Preston and Curt Tienter of Lime Springs, IA. The couple resides in Preston.

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By Bill Lisser The Eyota City Coun-cil approved council member appointments for 2012. Ray Schuchard will remain Mayor Pro-Tem, Ambulance will be Wes Bussel and Tony Nelson, Personnel will be Wes Bussel and Joe Loftus, Water/Sewer/Streets will be Ray Schuchard and Tony Nelson, Equipment Maintenance Ray Schuchard and Joe Loftus, City Property and Buildings Joe loftus and Tyrel Clark, Law Enforcement Liai-son Joe Loftus and Tony Nelson, Emergency Management Tony

Nelson (Director) and Joe Loftus (Assistant Director) and Olmsted County Disaster Preparedness Committee-Small Cities Repre-sentative is Wes Bussel. Fire Department Wes Bussel and Joe Loftus, Park & Rec Joe Loftus and Tony Nelson with Iris Nueman Secretary, Planning Commission Ray Schuchard and Tyrel Clark with Nancy Eich-man Secretary, EDA Wes Bussel and Tyrel Clark, Sewer Board Wes Bussel and Ray Schuchard, Fire Chief Jeremy Newton, City Attorney Fred Suhler, City Engi-neer WHKS & Co- Bill Anger-

man, City Auditor Tom Cum-mings, Financial Advisor David Drown Associates-Mike Bubany, Depositories Eastwood Bank and 4M Fund. The council also approved Marlis Knowlton with responsible authority to adminster require-ments of government data. The council also voted to revise ordinance 27 which is an ordinance governing the disposal of waste water in the city limits. They voted to revise penalties to today’s standards of the Dover, Eyota, St. Charles Area Sanitary District.

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the new policy, the teacher would be required to make up any emergency day at a later time of their choice and clear it with the principal. In the event of a snow day for example, the teacher could actually work on the snow day or make it up on a later date. Also in the discussion was the possibility that lunch program prices may have to increase. This is a directive out of the control of the local school districts.

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Snow, alternate; First Responders representative – Ann Diercks, Bob Meyer, alternate; School Board representative – Alan De Key-rel; Historical Society representa-tive – Ann Diercks; and Crime Free Housing representative – Bob Meyer. Mayor Ann Diercks presented a letter of appreciation and a key to the city to Bob Decklever, the owner of Decklever Mechanical, for the time and materials he

donated to the Byron Swimming Pool in 2011. In a letter of recom-mendation sent by Dale Kurtz, the City of Byron Building Official, he said that Bob installed a pres-sure switch for one of the boilers at the pool during spring startup, cleaned the boilers and inspected the recirculating pumps. “It is awesome how you have contributed to the city of Byron by the work that you have done at the pool,” Mayor Diercks said.

“We do appreciate this.” In other action, the council approved the contract extension for the Olmsted County Trail Enhancement Grant. In the spring of 2011, Communities putting Prevention to Work (CPPW) and Olmsted County approved a grant issued to Byron in the amount of $40,000. The grant was for a trail extension near the railroad tracks on 10th Avenue. The grant was used to pay for the construction of the bike trail extension, railroad crossing signs for the trail, rail-road crossing stencils for the new trail, engineering and the new railroad crossing for the bike trail. The total cost of the project was $29,554.


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Mark Vaupel – District Advisory Committee; Rod Morlock and Joe Waugh – District Wellness Committee; and, Angela Payton and Elizabeth Lawson – Policy Review Committee. In other action, the board approved the fifth grade envi-ronmental learning trip to Eagle

Bluff from May 2-4. 148 stu-dents are planning on attending the event. “This is an annual event that we have been doing since 1998,” Central Interme-diate School Principal Eldon Anderson said. Eagle Bluff is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) residential

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Because of the success of the exercise stations that were placed in Brooklawn Park, the Park Board plans to purchase more of these exercise stations, garbage cans, and benches. The equip-ment purchase fits with in the Park Board’s strategic plan. Their

plan is to place exercise stations within a half mile of each other on the bike trail. The council also approved the opening of new employment posi-tions with the city: Lead Street and Lead Water position. The Person-nel Committee had recommend-ed the opening of these positions with the understanding that the city is not hiring additional staff.

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By Rachel Hammer The Rochester School Board voted again to reorganize leader-ship positions at their special ses-sion on Tuesday, January 10. The need for the revote was explained by outgoing Chair Dan O’Neil: “It was brought to our attention by a concerned citizen that after our last board meeting we had made a mistake and I was in err, and this individual let us know that we needed to be able to identify who voted for each candidate.” The vote taken on January 3 for Board Chair was thus considered void. Nominations were taken

Julie Workman re-elected Chair of Rochester School Board

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in the early days of the transition to professional ambulance servic-es. Joining Perkins in the develop-ment of Gold Cross in Rochester was Dr. Roger White of the Mayo Clinic. On his first day at Mayo Clinic in 1970, he volunteered his time training emergency medi-cal technicians. “When I first came here, I connected with Gold Cross to help bring them up to a high level of patient care,” said

GOLD CROSSContinued from Page 1

White. White has been the leading medical director with Gold Cross to this day. White was the leader in early defibrillation programs for ambulances, fire department, police, and public places. According to White, they only have a short window of oppor-tunity to help a patient having a heart attack. “The result we have created is a national image of patient care with a very high survival rate.” Even though Gold Cross was the leader in training, technology and treatment, early equipment used in treating patients was heavy, cumbersome and didn’t provide doctors with the data they wanted to see regarding the patient’s pre-hospital condition and response to treatments. But the equipment did improve the survival rate because of the emergency medical personnel being able to treat the victim quickly. One of the early pieces of equipment used to treat heart attack victims was called

“Thumper.” It contained two oxy-gen tanks and did compressions for the technicians. But it was a heavy piece of equipment and it

was hard to move around. Because emergency medi-cal technicians were first to treat patients, they observed symptoms and reaction to first treatments that doctors didn’t get to see. To get the information for doctors, ambulances began carrying equip-ment that documented patient’s conditions and responses to early treatments as the equipment became available. Gold Cross is now a subsidiary fully operated by Mayo Founda-tion. Mayo Clinic medical trans-portation includes air and ground

transportation. Perkins now spends his winters south in Alabama. He and his wife have found a little piece of paradise on the Gulf Coast. “We own a small lot in a resort,” Perkins said.

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equipment, each participant maneuvers through the course securely attached to overhead safety cables. “They also learn about pioneer life, examine owl pellets and lis-ten to a speaker talk about rap-tors,” Anderson said. A recreated cabin sets the backdrop as stu-

dents, now settlers, enter the day in the life of a pioneer. Starting a fire using just flint and steel will be the first of many tasks to be accomplished. Pioneers will use their strength cutting logs with a cross-cut saw and dexterity sew-ing fabric squares. Students will participate in household chores

such as candle dipping, butter making, and wheat threshing. The class will finish with a few pioneer games and a taste of soda bread and pine needle tea. “It’s a very good experience for our students. We have an open house in May where will show slides of the students who

attended Eagle Bluff,” Anderson said. “Most Stewartville gradu-ates from that time on remem-ber their Eagle Bluff experience. That is something that contin-ues to be talked about.” The next board meeting will be Monday, January 23 at 7 p.m. in the board room.


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We also do repair work Springs • Cables • Rollers • Hinges • Gears

We can repair most brands – We are bonded & insuredServing SE Minnesota since 1991www.thompsongaragedoor.com

check out or new high tech show room at:6101 Hwy 52 N (Bandel Rd NW), Rochester, MN 55901

507-281-1349When you do business with our family,

you become a life long friend26-5/9

GrAniteFabricating & installing granite countertops since 1997

We offer the most experienced granite fabrication facility in SE Minn.

We offer the most competitive pricing in the marketWe offer the largest selection in the region

We instaLL it...We instaLL itWe offer retail or wholesale...

residential or commercialWe buy direct from the supplier...

our pricing cannot be matchedVisit our showroom and let our experienced staff guide you.




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Fabricate and Installgranite & Quartz starting at $37.99*

Unbeatable Price! Call Today!tLc surfaces, LLc

3777 40th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901507-884-6728 • 507-424-1800

Visit our Showroom: M 9am-5pm; T-TH 9am-6pm; F 9am-5pm; Sat 9am-5pm

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HAnDyMAnWizarD HanDyMan

• Interior and Exterior Work • Fences • Decks• Sheds • Drywall/Taping • Painting • Ceiling

• Texturing • Bathrooms • Ceramic & Vinyl TileSmall Jobs Welcome • Free Estimates

Fully Insured & Licensed507-281-4091

or 358-2971 (cell) Lic#BC205127224-1/25tfn

JeFF WetzsteinWetzstein construction, LLc.

Complete Home Remodeling & Repair• Additions • Decks • Siding • Windows • Doors

• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Basements • Roofing • Tiling • Flooring • Garages • Sheds • Landscaping • Fences • Etc.

35 Years of Experience#1 Quality Customer Satisfaction

Insured & Licensedcall Jeff 507-529-1833 Lic#20634563

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toM’s HanDyMan serVices30 Years Experience in

ALL AREAS OF HOME REPAIRInterior/Exterior

Plus: Flooring, Gutter Cleaning, Pressure Washing, Tree Trimming, Driveway Sealing, Landscaping, Junk Hauling, Painting & Staining, Etc.

ROOF SNOW REMOVALFREE ESTIMATES • Reasonable Rates • Insured

507-993-2249LIC#BC639861

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on a BuDget???• Gutters • Painting • Lawncare • Landscaping • Junk Removal • Dirt/Rock/Sand Hauling • Retaining Walls •

Fencing • Property Cleanouts • Roofing • Siding • Interior & Exterior Remodeling

YOU NAME IT...WE DO IT!!!12 Years Experience • FREE Estimates

• Fully Insured, Licensed & Bonded • ReferencestPr services unlimited LLc

507-696-7524(Tim)[email protected]

LIC#2063986113-4/11

HAuLinG SerViceK&K HauLing, LLc

No Hauling Too Small - We Haul It All!• Rock • Dirt • Mulch • Brush • Demo • Household Junk

• Concrete & More!FOR SALE: Hardwood Mulch • Colored Mulch •

Landscape Rock • Pulverized DirtBobcat Work • Snow Removal • Sanding & Salting

507-951-8358 (Kevin staloch)[email protected]

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HouSecLeAninGHoMe Basics HousecLeaning serVices

Please Call for your FREE Estimate!(507)316-5485

22 Years Experience • 8 Years in BusinessProfessional, Trustworthy, Very Thorough, Flexible

Scheduling & Adhere to Privacy of Clientsservices offered:

• Deep Cleaning • Housekeeping • Office Cleaning • Apartment Cleaning • Garage Cleaning & Organizing • Shampooing • Pressure Washing (Decks, Cements,

Siding) • Window Washing (Tilt in Type) • Deck Staining, Sealing, Resealing • Oven & Refrigerator Cleaning

• Interior Cabinet Cleaning & Organizing • Laundry & Dishes • Beds Made • Organizing

General Supplies Included in Labor Cost.If what you are looking for is not listed just make a call

and ask for details.507-316-5485

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JunK reMoVALJunK-it, LLc

Your GREEN SolutionJunk & Scrap Removal • Free Estimates

Specializing in Removal of:Appliances • Furniture • Electronics • Scrap Metal

Lawn & Garden Equip. • Demolition DebrisMulch & Tree Branches, Etc.MATCH OR BEAT PRICING!!

contact Brady @ 507-254-7833or e-mail: [email protected]

www.Junk-it-Removal.comVisa/Mastercard/Discover

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JunK-B-goneRochester’s Longest Running And

Most Dependable Junk Hauling Service.Residential and Commercial

Single Item To Multiple Truck LoadsFully Insured & Licensed

Free EstimatesTOO MUCH JUNK?

“YOU CALL - WE HAUL”caLL Don at JunK-B-gone 507-280-0404

We Recycle!xwk-1/25-p

JunK reMoVALJunK recycLers

Olmsted County’s newest and most affordableJunk Recyclers

• Residential & • Yard Waste Commercial Property • Storage Unit/ Clean-up Apartment Eviction • Renovation Debris Removal • Estate Cleanout • Appliance/ • Hoarder Cleanout Electronics Recycling

We Offer: Same Day Service • Free Estimates • Maximum Recycling & Proper Disposal of Items

Simple • Affordable • Green507-216-2365 • [email protected]

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custoM JunK HauLersserving the rochester area

affordable removal of all your Junk and scrapAll Items Disposed of Responsibly

Call For Free EstimatesCALL CUSTOM JUNK HAULERS 507-272-5949

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LAWn/LAnDScApegreg’s LaWn care & snoWPLoWing

resiDentiaL & coMMerciaLFALL cLeAn-up

• Mowing • Trimming • Core aeration • Dethatching• Edging • Gutter Cleaning • Bush & Tree Trimming

• Fertilizing • Weed Control • Pressure WashingLanDscaPing

• Retaining Walls • Block • Rock • Mulch• Seeding • Sodding • BOBCAT WORK

We WiLL Do it aLL• 25 years experience • Licensed/Fully Insured • Dependable • Trustworthy • Owner Operated

Free estiMates 507-261-7597 (greg)

26-5/9

WenDts LaWn careSnow Removal • Salt & Sanding

Associations/Commercial/ResidentialLawn Care Available

• Mowing • Dethatching • Shrub Removal • TrimmingOver 30 Years Experience & Fully Insured

Guaranteed To Save You Dollars!507-259-9696 (roger)

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FrienDLy JaMie roLstaD“People with Old-Fashion Work Ethic”

• Many repeat customers • We offer residential service only• Spring/Fall yard clean ups • Mowing • Snow Removal

• Tree Trimming & Smaller Tree Removal • Shrub Trimming • Landscaping • Foundation Build up • Brick Edging •

Mulch/Rock/Dirt Hauling & Placement • Bobcat work and more

Licensed and Insured • FREE EstimatesPlease call Jamie 507-281-2858

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cunningHaM LaWn & sHruB carePeople Who Care

• Fall Clean-ups • Aeration • Snow Removal• Sidewalk Shoveling • Sanding • Ice Melts

No Job Too Small or Too Big!Residential or CommercialFREE Estimates - Insured

507-696-5722 or 507-951-344013-1/18

BLaDe oF grass LaWncare & snoWPLoWing LLcSpring & Fall Cleanups

• Lawn Mowing • Tree/Shrub Pruning • Aerating & Dethatching • Driveway/Walkway Edging • Gutter Cleaning • Tilling • Landscaping • Snow Removal

• Holiday LightingResidential/Commercial • Free Estimates

Fully Insured & Licensed. Credit Cards Accepted507-273-64024-1/25tfn

a & M LaWncare & snoW reMoVaL, LLcResidential & Commercial

Fall/Spring Clean-ups• Dethatching • Aerating • Fertilizing

• Mowing • Trimming • Snow RemovalFREE Estimates • Reasonable Rates • 10+ yrs. Experience

call ryan (owner/operator) 507-272-385413-3/28

MuSic LeSSonSPure rocK stuDios

Rochester’s Newest Music Lesson StudioLessons taught by Professionals

Private and group lessons available• Drums • Guitar • Bass Guitar • Vocal

30 minute and 1 hour lessons available Students of ALL AGES and ALL SKILL LEVELS welcome

call or email for a Free trial lesson323-481-9108

[email protected]/21

pAintinGFranK’s Painting

FOR ALL YOUR PAINTING NEEDS!!“Affordable Quality”

Interior • ExteriorStaining • Textured Ceilings & Walls • Deck Restoration

• Drywall/Taping • Quality Work • Insured • Reasonable Rates

Free Estimates • References AvailableFrank 536-7766

We Accept Credit Cards10 Year Advertiser in this publication

www.FranksPaintingOnline.com26-5/2tfn

Business Service Directory

THURSDAY, JAN. 19Exercise for Seniors, 9:30-10:30am, Rochester Senior Center, 121 N. Broadway, Rochester. Call 507-287-1404 for more info.*

Parkinsons Support Group- 1:15pm at Realife Cooperative, 825 Essex Parkway NW Rochester.

RCTC LIFE (Learning Is ForEver), Counterfactuals Continued with Barry McKnight, 2 - 4 p.m., RCTC Heintz Center Rm. HA102, 1926 Collegeview Road SE, Rochester, MN 55904. Call 507 280-3157 for more information.

FRIDAY, JAN. 20Free Acoustic Jam-Bluegrass and Country Listeners and players welcome, 6:30-9:30pm, Peace United Church of Christ, 14th St. NE and 2nd Ave NE, Rochester.*

Celebrate recovery, a Christian 12-step process for people with hurts, hang-ups and habits, 7pm, Autumn Ridge Church. *

SATURDAY, JAN. 21Rochester Downtown Winter Farmer’s Market, Building 41, Olmsted Co. Fairgrounds, 9am-12noon*.

Widows & Widowers of Rochester meeting, 9:15am, breakfast at 9:30. Clarion Inn South on Broadway. For more information, call 507-289-2263.*

AAUW General Meeting- Charter House Northview Room, 9:30am brunch, 10am meeting/program. Speaker: Superintendent Michael Munoz.

Super Market Saturday- 10am-11:30am, Oasis Church, 1815 38th St. NW Rochester.

Pastor recognition for retiring senior Pastor Phil Shaw, 2-5pm, New Life Worship Center, 6301 34th Ave NW, Rochester.

Celebrate recovery, a Christian 12-step process for people with hurts, hang-ups and habits, 5:30pm, Rochester Assembly of God. *

CALENDAR OF EVENTS OLMSTED COUNTY JOURNAL Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Crossings at Zumbrota: Fiddler Rachel Nelson, autoharp player Karen Mueller, and percussionist Michael “Stix” Kiley at 7:30pm.

SUNDAY, JAN. 22Red Kettle Campaign Thank you event, 2pm, Salvation Army’s Adult Day Building (115 First Ave NE, Rochester. RSVP to 507-424-4191.

Celebrate recovery, a Christian 12-step process for people with hurts, hang-ups and habits, 5:30pm, Hope Summit Christian Church. *

MONDAY, JAN. 23Exercise for Seniors, 9:30-10:30am, Rochester Senior Center, 121 N. Broadway, Rochester. Call 507-287-1404 for more info. *

Celebrate recovery, a Christian 12-step process for people with hurts, hang-ups and habits, 6:00pm, Community Celebration Church in Kasson. *

DBSA Depression Bipolar Support Alliance,7-8:30pm, Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 3rd Ave SE, room L-5. For people who live with depression or bipolar, whether they have the condition or care about someone who does.*

Med City T’ai-Chi Ch’uan Club, 6-7:30pm, Fred Reed Hall. Rochester Senior Center, 121 N. Broadway, Rochester. Call 507-289-1795 for info. *

North American Lutheran Church- Bible Study, 7pm at Rochester Covenant Church, 4950 31st Ave NW, Rochester.*

TUESDAY, JAN. 24RCTC LIFE (Learning Is ForEver), Human Origins, World Migrations and the Myth of Race, 10 - 11:30 a.m., RCTC Heintz Bldg. , Room 104, 1926 Collegeview Road SE, Rochester, MN 55904, Call 507 280-3157 for more information.

Seasons Hospice Adult Grief Group, 6:30-8:30pm, Seasons Hospice office.

Silver Treads Square Dance Club, 1-3pm, Rochester Senior Center, 121 N. Broadway, Rochester. Contact Charles Bysheim at 281-4455 or Pam Styder at 281-2547 for more info. *

Caucus training session presented by the Rochester Tea Party Patriots, 6:30pm, Ramada Inn, Rochester.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 25Seasons Hospice Grief Education, Coffee get-together in Rochester, 9am-10am, Seasons Hospice House/Office.*

Exercise for Seniors, 9:30-10:30am, Rochester Senior Center, 121 N. Broadway, Rochester. Call 507-287-1404 for more info. *

RCTC LIFE (Learning Is ForEver), An Intro to Caribbean Marine Life with Claudia Campos, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., RCTC Heintz Bldg. , Room 102, 1926 Collegeview Road SE, Rochester, MN 55904. Call 507 280-3157 for more information.

PAINTINGJOHN AUSTIN PAINTING

Quality Interior/ExteriorSPECIAL: 3 ROOMS FOR $295 (Paint Not Included)

Add 2 Additional Rooms For $10030% OFF ALL RATES THROUGH MAy 2012

24 Years Experience • References • Insured• Free Estimates

507-269-0166 • 507-292-636113-2/1tfn

ARTISAN INC.Interior/Exterior

Painting • Staining Drywall • Plaster • Stucco Work

Textures • Wallpaper Removal • All RepairsDeck • Fence Staining

Garage and Basement FinishingHardwood Floor Refinishing

Licensed and Insured507-993-1446 LIC#BC63527026-4/18

PAINTING & decorATINGSPECHT PAINTING & DECORATING

• Residential • Commercial • New Construction • Professional & Reliable

• 26 Years Experience • Painting & Staining • Interior & Exterior • Drywall Finishing • Wall & Ceiling Texturing

• Application of All Wallcoverings & Borders• Decorative Finishing • Power Washing • Fully Insured

For a FREE ESTIMATE call 507-271-337126-4/18

DARRELL’S PAINTING30 DAY SPECIAL!!!

Home outstide painting. Power Wash Outside Interior/Exterior painting (2 coats)

Will Paint Vinyl & Steel Siding• Insured • 38 Years Experience • FREE Estimates

• Reasonable RatesNO JOB TOO LARGE OR TOO SMALL!!

507-358-6979 (Cell)Will Travel Where This Paper Travels

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PLUMBINGTIM FERGUSON PLUMBING, INC• RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL

• 24 HOuR EMERGENCY SERVICE • Free estimates on all your plumbing projects

• Water heaters, Water softeners, boilers• Hot water heat systems, Gas piping, Sump pumps

• Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling20 years experience. Licensed, Bonded and Insured

507-951-1918 or 507-288-6327Lic# 274485PM

26wk-01/18

PrINTINGMINUTEMAN PRESS

The First & Last Step In Printing• Banners, Brochures, Business Cards, Business Checks,

Calendars, Carbonless Forms, Color Copies, Door Hangers, Envelopes, Flyers, Full-Color Printing, Invoices, Labels, Laminating, Letterhead, Magnets, Memo Pads,

Menus, Newsletters, Note Pads, Personnel Forms, Presentation Folders, Postcards, Posters, Punch Cards,

Purchase Orders, Rubber Stamps, Signs, Tickets• We offer Cutting, Folding, Perforating, Numbering, Die-

Cutting, Foil Stamping and several Binding Methods.• We also offer a COMPLETE line of Design Services

including Logo Design, Layout, Graphics & Typesetting.FREE PICK-uP & DELIVERY!

507-288-4777 • rochester.minutemanpress.com1316 7th St. NW, Northgate Center

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ProPerTY MANAGeMeNTJAkOBSON MANAGEMENT COMPANy

A Full Service Property Management Company• Residential Homes • Commercial Property • Cooperative

Housing • Conventional Apartment Complexes & Communities • Residential Associations

Services Include: • Occupancy & Leasing Management • Facility Operations & Maintenance • Tenant Relations

• Rent Collections & MoreJake Jakobson, Licensed Realtor/Broker

507-536-0000 • [email protected]/20

recYcLINGkEVIN PURRIER SCRAP

Buyer of Ferrous & Non-Ferrous MetalsAuto, Electrical, Farm, Plumbing and Much More

You Call, I’ll Haul!No Job Too Big or Too Small

Cell - 507-358-0847Email - [email protected]

Will Pay up to $200 for whole vehicle26wk-2/22-b

reModeLING & rePAIrJEFF WETzSTEIN

WETzSTEIN CONSTRUCTION, LLC.Complete Home Remodeling & Repair

• Additions • Decks • Siding • Windows • Doors • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Basements • Roofing • Tiling

• Flooring • Garages • Sheds • Landscaping • Fences • Etc.35 Years of Experience


Call Jeff 507-529-1833Lic#20634563 4-1/25tfn

rooFINGSTEVE GENTRy CONSTRUCTION

“Complete Roofing” • Repairs • Tear-offs • New Roofs• Other Home Improvement Projects

Licensed, Bonded & InsuredFree Estimates & Great References

507-208-4501 - office • 507-250-5263 - cellwww.stevegentryconstruction.com

Lic.#2093908 1yr-3/14/12-x

SHeeTrocK/drYWALLCHRISTIAN’S REMODELING, LLC

Sheetrock • Taping • Wall & Ceiling TexturingPainting • Carpet • Hardwood Floors • Ceramic Tile

• Roofing • Stucco • Stone • Siding16 Years Experience

FREE ESTIMATES ANY TIMEFor a Good Clean Quality

Job Done Right Call:(507) 536-4928 or (507) 358-3247 (cell)

(507) 282-2164 (fax)[email protected]

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CADWELL DRyWALL, LLCSheetrock - Taping - Ceiling & Wall Texturing

Interior/ Exterior Painting & StainingInstallation and Removal of all Wall Coverings

FREE ESTIMATESResidential and Commercial

“Quality you can depend on”(507) 269-7419

13-1/18

SMALL eNGINe rePAIrALL CHECk SMALL ENGINE REPAIR

$54 Fall Special Tune-Up on SnowblowersWe service all makes (gas & diesel)

• Push Mowers • Riders • Tractors • Tillers• Trimmers • Blowers • Chainsaws

Welding & Fabrication AvailablePickup & Delivery Mon-Sat 7am-7pm

507-990-80544-1/18

SNoW reMovALTPR SERVICES UNLIMITED

www.tprservicesunlimited.comSnow Plowing • Snow Shoveling • Snow Removal • Residential & Commercial • Roof Shoveling • (No

Water) Ice Dam Removal • De-Icing • Ice Management • Salt & Sand Spreading • 24 Hour Service

For FREE Estimates call Tim at 507-696-7524Licensed, Insured & Bonded

LIC#BC63986126-4/4

ANDREW’S SNOW REMOVALCommercial & Residential

• Steps • Sidewalks • Driveways • Sanding • SaltingWe also do lawn care • Fall cleanups

Fully Insured • FREE Estimates507-696-31188-2/22

SNoW reMovALSIDEWALkS, STEPS, DRIVEWAyS AND DECkS

Jarrett’s Home Service, LLCCall Jarrett 507-254-345813-2/15

REDEMPTIVE ROOFING, LLCSpecializing in roof snow removal, roof racking,

ice dam removal, and minimizing ice dams before they become a costly problem.

Who better to do it than a licensed & insured roofing contractor

Ask about our ice dam control programAlso do driveways and sidewalks.

24 houR SERvIcE • 507-251-922013-3/14

DRAkE LAWN CARE & SNOW REMOVAL LLCResidential & Commercial Snow Removal

24 HOUR SERVICE• Snow Plowing • Snow Shoveling • Roof Raking

• Driveways • Sidewalks • Steps • Decks• Salting • Sanding • Monthly Contracts Available

Serving Rochester & Surrounding AreasLicensed & Insured

Call For Your FREE Estimate612.710.1880

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TILeWe offer the most competitive pricing in the market

We offer the largest selection in the regionWE INSTALL IT...WE INSTALL IT

We offer retail or wholesale...residential or commercialWe buy direct from the supplier...

our pricing cannot be matchedVisit our showroom and let our experienced staff guide you.

explore the PossibilitiesThe Tile Superstore and More

Call 507-285-11092411 7th St. NW, Suite A


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WATerProoFINGLIEBENOW WATERPROOFING

• Basement Waterproofing • New Construction Installation • Drain Tile • Sump Pumps • Mold-resistant Panels

• Waterproofing Painting • Window WellsReferences Available • Residential/Commercial

For a FREE Estimate Call 507-951-102826-4/11

BASEMENT WATER CONTROL SINCE 1965•Free Estimates•

Beaver Systems, sump pump systems, battery operated sump pumps, under floor drain tile, ProFlow drain

systems, under ground outside drains for sump pumps & down spouts, Hold-Right wall Anchors to repair &

stabilize cracked & moving basement walls. If you have a basement repair problem we can probably solve it.

OWNERS: ARLEIGH & SCOTT BENIkEwww.basementwatercontrol.net

Rochester 507-281-2714 or Toll Free 1-877-461-999426-2/1/12-p

ALL-STAR BASEMENTS• Multiple Basement Waterproofing Options• Foundation Repair • Crawl Space Solutions

FREE ESTIMATES - call Today!507-259-7776 • 800-992-7942www.AllStarBasements.com

Mention this ad by 1-31-12 and receive $100 off your system!26-5/2

WINdoWS/doorSLARSON SIDING & WINDOWS

In business since 1958SE Minnesota’s Largest Siding & Window Dealer

Offering great specials on all types of siding, windows, doors, seamless gutters, sunroom, decks & more

WE WoN’T BE uNDERSoLD! 507-288-7111 or 800-221-7111 Lic.#0001482

26-5/9

WINdoWS/doorSRyAN WINDOWS & SIDING INC

• Home Improvement From A Company You Can Trust Windows, Siding, Roofing, Blown Insulation, Injection Foam,

Decks, Doors, Awnings, Gutters & Trim• Bruce Ryan 33 Years In Home Improvement

Licensed, Bonded, Insured1-800-367-2606 or 507-281-6363

www.ryan-ws.com • [email protected] Hwy 52 North, Rochester, MN 55903 Lic.#0008077

26-5/9

JEFF WETzSTEINWETzSTEIN CONSTRUCTION, LLC.

Complete Home Remodeling• Replacement Windows • New Construction Windows

• Storm Doors • Patio Doors • Siding (Steel, Vinyl, Wood) • Etc.35 Years of Experience


Call Jeff 507-529-1833 Lic#20634563 4-1/25tfn

Bob’s construction, Inc.“JuST cALL BoB’S”

For over 51 years Bob’s Construction has been the Rochester Area’s Preferred Exterior Contractor.

Windows: Bays, Bows, Double Hungs, CasementsSiding: Steel, Vinyl, Cement BoardRoofing: Asphalt, Rubber, Metal

Doors: Steel, Fiberglass, Entry, Sliding, GardenProfessional Installation - Friendly Service

The Right Choice Starts with the Right Company!Bob’s construction, Inc.

4006 Hwy. 14 East, Rochester, MN 55904507-288-8379

www.bobs-construction.com Lic.# 00484226wk-1/25-p

WINDOW WORLD OF ROCHESTERAmerica’s Largest Vinyl Replacement Company$189 Any Size White Double hung Window

Free In Home Estimates - LOW PRICE GUARANTEE

507-206-6656WWW.WINDOWWORLD.COM

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JB ExTERIORS OF ROCHESTER, LLC• Siding • Windows • Seamless Gutters

All Your Exterior NeedsReferences Available

Guaranteed Quality Service - Fully InsuredWHy PAy MORE?

Call Jason for your FREE Estimate507-272-4524

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Wood TrIM & MoULdINGYour headquarters for all TRIM and MOULDINGS.

Complete Supplier of TRADITIONAL, kOOLTM & NEW or OLD CuSTOM DESIGNED Millwork.

Bring in your plans and we will gladly give you a free estimate & advice for your complete job.

Visit our web site, you will like it: www.millworkplus.com

WE WILL NoT BE uNDERSoLD!100’s of patterns are in our showroom for your

observation. We are open 6 days a weekMillworks Plus, Inc.

2130 South Broadway • Rochester, MN2 Blocks North of Walmart South

507-287-8373 or toll free at: 1-866-271-6411email: [email protected]

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WANT YOUR BUSINESS LISTED IN THE BSD? CALL

THE OLMSTED COUNTY JOURNAL TODAY AT

507-288-5201


CALL 507-288-5201 • FAX 507-288-9560 E-MAIL: [email protected]

Outstanding HOme entertainment, Olehauser 7 foot slate top pool table. Complete with balls, 4 cues, and other accessories. new felt. 507-281-3358 or 507-288-2366. moving. s11,18- x

Classifieds

Wanted: used or non-running vehicles, fair prices, cash pay-outs. 507-269-2092. w12/14-2/15- x

We pay $200 and up for junk cars, trucks, and more. Free tOW aWay - call Oronoco auto salvage at 507-367-4315. w20tfn- o

stOneWare Wanted - Collector pay-ing $1,000+/- for large, salt glazed crocks. also want jugs, water coolers and churns, especially advertising pieces. Call 507-775-6698. w18,25,1- x

Wanted: reasonably priced used musi-cal instruments. top dollar paid. Call ron 319-610-5057. email [email protected]. w18- x

WANTED

SERVICESCHair massage. Come to your home and office. tension relief and energize guaranteed. $25. 507-529-1457. www.shiatsuwishingwell.com. v28,4,11,18- x

attentiOn: rooftop snow/ice removal, furniture moved, junk/brush hauled, prun-ing, raking, mowing, gutters/windows cleaned. douglas 507-282-3011. 1/11eow-1/9/13- o

HOme dayCare - stewartville home daycare has 3 openings for 2 to 4 year olds. preschool enviroment with learning cen-ters, activity centers, art, etc.. Call Carol at 273-9327. v18- o

seWing, minOr alterations, replace zippers, hemming, clothing repair, work clothes welcome, must clean or there will be a laundry charge. Clip this ad for future reference. drop point in rochester. arlene roberson, 34141 Co. rd. 72, Zumbro Falls, mn. phone: 753-2510. rochester no charge. (507 area code). v18,1,15- x

aFFOrdable, loving family-home child care in elton Hills area. has opening for 6 months and up with flexible hours. special needs welcome. Call 507-289-1653 or email [email protected]. v18- x


payless sHOes now hiring. apply at careersatpayless.com. h19tfn- o

tOp pay On excellent runs! regional runs, steady miles, frequent hometime, new equiment. automatic detention pay! Cdl-a, 6 mos exp. req. 866-322-4039. www.drive4marten.com eeOe/aap. h18- x

part time receptionist: st. JOsepH equipment in eyota, mn is seeking a part time receptionist for 20 to 30 hours/week. must have excellent customer ser-vice skills. proficieny needed in both telephone and computer with experience in word/excel. Knowledge of ag equipment helpful. send resume/reply to: attn: John, st. Joseph equipment 4710 County rd 7s.e. eyota, mn 55934. h18- o

Caregiver needed. i am a C5 quad and would need a caregiver to start by Feb 1st. Hours are 10pm-12 am up to 5 nights/week. pay is $13/hr. reach me at 286-1354. ask for Jody. h18- x

EMPLOYMENT

REAL ESTATE

Flea marKet: rochester mayo Civic Center, sunday, Feb. 5, 2012. antiques, collectibles, jewelry, new, old. admission $2, tables $15. phone 641-832-2700 or 507-269-1473. g18,25,1- o

ANTIQUES MISC. FOR SALE

HayField seniOr HOusing - 1br newly remodeled (62+, disabled or handicapped). controlled access/entry, on-site laundry, community room, elevator. rent based on income. equal Housing Opportunity. Call troy 477-2316 or 634-4188. r28tfn- o

2 br apt, available. Kitchen, living room, washer and dryer, not income based. np, ns, lease and one month deposit. linda. 507-272-0684. r14,21,28- x

FOr rent: 1 bd dupelx available early February. $470 + electric. also, 2 bd house -- 1 car garage. avaiable immedi-ately. $645 + utilities. $50 application fee per adult and $500 deposit. pets allowed. Call Karen, 8am-5pm, m-F, 328-7162. equal Housing Opportunity. r18- x

FOR RENT

HEALTH

FURNITURE

APPLIANCESMOBILE HOMES

Furniture and mattresses “Clearance Center” 57% and more off. Just reduced 7 sofas under $400.00 and as low as $329.00, recliners under $300.00, sec-tionals and reclining sofas at comparable savings. missed match mattress, sets all sizes while quantity last. lane, Flexsteel, ashley, simmons and england. Over 250 items in the “Clearance Center” mOrris Furniture albert lea, mn. 507-373-6434 www.morrisfurniture.com [1] . f21,28,4,11,18,25- x

iF yOu used tHe type 2 diabetes drug aCtOs between 2000 and present time and were diagnosed with bladder can-cer, you may be entitled to compensation. Call attorney Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727. h18- o

buyers Want Cropland/building site/ Hunting land. Wi-mn real estate/lucky’s land auctions. [email protected]. 608-385-8080. e30tfn- o

14x70 1966 mObile, stewartville. 2 bd, large vegetated yard, in great shape for its age. $5,500/ObO. 952-649-2710. mh18,23- x

Well Kept, 1985 marshfield, 14x70, 2-3 br with new roof, siding, windows, flooring, and deck in the last 9 years. 2011 market value $13,800 but will sell for $9,700. Owner no longer able to be there. Call 507-281-1006. mh18,25,1,8- x

Washers • DryersRefrigerators • Ranges

Reconditioned & Guaranteed

507-281-20782227 18th Avenue NW

USED APPLIANCES

7 MILES EAST OF ROCHESTER ON US 14 • Rochester, MN • 288-3346

BUY - SELLTRADE

ChaddoCk TruCk & auTo SaleS

Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm • Next to Chester Woods!

Any Car ThatYou Drive in

• $300 and Up! •new Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm

• 1998 Schult 16x80 3BR, 2BA, Stove, Refrig, Dishwasher, A/C, W/D,

Hallmark Terrace - $28,000

• 1991 Schult 28x40 3BR, 2BA, New lino, AC, Stove, Refrig, W/D, 2 Decks &

Shed, Rochester - $28,900

• 2000 Friendship 16x70 3BR, 2BA, C/A, Stove, Refrig, W/D, 12x26 Deck &

Shed, Oak Terrace MHP - $23,900

• 1977 Marshfield 14x70 2BR, 1BA, Shingled Roof, Deck, new Thermo Windows, Oronoco Estates - $12,900

• 2006 Skyline 16x80 3BR, 2BA, Stove, Refrig, D/W, C/A, metal skiring DLX applian Pkg, #9 Sherwood, St.

Charles, Turnkey - $47,900

• 1976 Marshfield 14x70 2BR, 1BA, Gas Range, Microwave Hood, W/D, #16

Hallmark Terrace - $8,800

Willow Ridge• 1991 Aircraft 28x44 3BR, 2BA, New Carpet, New Vinyl, Refrig, Stove

D/W - $43,900

•1996 Schult 16x80 3BR, 2BA, Stove, Refrig, Softner, W/D, A/C, Vinyl Siding,

Shingled w/Shed - $25,000

• 2005 Schult 28x42 3BR, 2BA, Stove, Refrig, Dishwasher, A/C, New Deck, 3706

Willow Ridge Dr. SW - $47,900

On Sales Lot• 1991 Rollohome 28x56 3BR, 2BA,

Stove, Refrig, Newer Carpet, Fresh Paint - $33,900

• 2001 Schult 16x72 3BR, 2BA, Stove, Refrig, D/W, 2 Skylights - $36,900

Call For Details5220 Hwy 63 N.Rochester, MN(507) 282-9833

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Oronoco Auto Parts and Auto Sales410 1st St. SE, Oronoco, MN 55960

507-367-4315 • 800-369-4315 • www.oronocoautoparts.comJust 5 minutes north of Rochester on Hwy 52

‘01 Windstar - Black, 130K ............... $2,195

‘01 Caravan - Blue, 191K .............. $2,195

‘95 Aspire - Red, 103K, Man. Trans ...... $995

‘01 Daewoo Lanos - White, 101K ..$1,995

‘99 Deville - Gold, 82K ................. $3,495

‘97 Deville - Red, 101K ................. $2,995

‘96 Beretta - White, 145K.............. $1,295

‘92 F250 - 2x4, Brown, 148K ............. $1,695

‘93 Suburban - 4x4, Tan, Clean, 206K .. $1,895

‘01 Sonota - White, 180K .............. $1,595

‘05 Taurus - Gold, 148K ................ $3,495

‘94 Gr Cherokee - Silver, 128K .... $1,995

‘02 300M - Blue, 150K, Loaded ..... $3,495

‘98 Stratus - Silver, 116K .............. $2,195

‘97 Sebring Conv. - Black, 160K ...$1,995

‘87 S10 - Silver, 135K ........................ $995

‘95 Blazer - 4x4, Green, 181K ....... $1,595

‘01 Alero - Blue, 265K, Runs Great .... $995

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTRegional Health Services of Howard County is seeking a Full-time MedicalTranscriptionist. Prefer previous training and/or experience in medicaltranscription. Requires certificate of completion from a transcriptionprogram, proficiency in grammar, spelling, punctuation, medical termi-nology, and anatomy. Typing skills of 170 lines per hour, minimum. Tran-scriptionists typing a minimum of 200 lines per hour and meeting qual-ity requirements are eligible for at home transcription.

Regional Health Services of Howard CountyAttn: Human Resources235 8th Ave. W.,Cresco, IA 52136 www.rhshc.comEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Submit resume or application to:

2480 Superior Drive NW • Rochester, MN 55901www.rochester.primelending.com

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FAX it in!507-288-9560

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bring a smile to the elderly! Help brighten the lives of elderly in our com-munity. provide non-medical companion-ship and home care services to help seniors remain at home for as long as possible. a variety of day, evening & weekend shifts available. Flexible schedules. training pro-vided. apply online, www.rochestersenior-care.com or call m-F. 8am-4pm. 507-399-0079. tFnwk3- x

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Call it in!507-288-5201

Home Federal Savings Bank has the following management opportunities available:

EOE

• Assistant Manager of Operations •Full-time position responsibilities include planning, participating, and supervising branch office operations including teller sales and policy compliance. Ensure staff promote banking products and service, provide referrals, and meet sales goal expectations. Minimum requirements include: High school education with 2-year degree preferred. Previous management, sales and/or financial experience preferred, strong communication and organizational skills required.

• Assistant Manager of Sales • Full-time position responsibilities include supervising the activities of the branch location to ensure quality customer service, ensuring personnel promote banking products and services and assuming responsibility of the branch as assigned. Minimum requirements include: High school education with 2-year degree preferred. Previous management experience preferred, strong communication and organizational skills required.

Competitive compensation and benefit package included. Please submit cover letter and resume to:

Home Federal Savings Bank1016 Civic Center Drive NW

Rochester, MN 55901justcallhome.com • [email protected]

2112 2nd St. SW, Rochester, MN 55902(507) 252-1626 • www.rochesterproduce.com

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