ShopperShopperVolume 38, No. 7 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
A SouTherN MiNNeSoTA ShopperS publicATioN110 peArl STreeT • p.o. box 1108 • AlberT leA, MN 56007 • phoNe 507-373-1310
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open for lunch 7 Days a WeekStarting at 11 amDelicious Varieties ofSalaDS, SanDWicheSanD SoupS2200 W. 9th St. Albert Lea(507) 373-2007
Medallion HuntFind the Chamber of Commerce Medallion
AND WIN $300 IN CHAMBER BUCKS!Monday, Feb 13th - Saturday, Feb 18th
Get your clues in the Albert Lea Tribune.
Take a Kid Ice Fishing FREE EVENT! 9-12 P.M.
Edgewater Park shoreline on Fountain Lake. First 150 kids receive a free jigging stick & bucket. Holes will be drilled and
bait is provided. For more info contact, Lance:
[emailprotected] or go online to FLSC website to register.
Chili Cookoff The Albert Lea Jaycees need contestants!
Bring a nonperishable food item. $10 to enter the contest please contact,
Brady Gooden: (507) 383-7617Over $100 in prizes for the winner! $3 PER SPOON TO BE A JUDGE.
12-3 p.m. at the new pavilion.
Skydiving/Tandem Jump Make a $50 deposit to take the other type
of polar plunge with Southern MN Skydiving, LLC.
APPOINTMENTS FROM 10-5 P.M. Call Bryce to make an appt: (507) 383-9377
Family Geocaching EventTake part in this
fun family geocaching event. Sign up at the new pavilion, 1-2 p.m.!
Softball Tourney9-5 p.m. fields on Fountain Lake by
Edgewater Park. Three game guarantee.
$100 entry fee per team - 8 team max. WINNERS RECEIVE CASH PAYOUTS!
Registration required by Feb 3rd. Registration forms available online at
www.bigfreeze.orgRules/requirements also available online.
Snowshoe Shuffle 5k For beginners and experienced shufflers!
11 A.M. START AT THE NEW PAVILION.
Register online or 10 a.m. day of the race.Must bring a nonperishable food item.
Racers will receive door prizes!
Polar Plunge Albert Lea Fire Dept. challenges you.
Must bring a nonperishable food item. BEGINNING 2 P.M.
UNTIL LAST JUMPER. Shoreline in front of the new pavilion. Jumpers receive a participation medal!
Kids Winter Carnival Albert Lea Park & Rec Kids Carnival at the
NEW EDGEWATER PAVILION 1-4 P.M. Giant Jenga, snow golf, obstacle
course & games!
Snowmobile Radar Runs 12-3 P.M. FOUNTAIN LAKE $5 PER RUN.
Timed by the MN Snowmobile Club.
Disc Golf Ice Bowl 1 p.m. tee-off at Edgewater Park.
Must bring 5 nonperishable food item. $250 in prizes 1st - 7th places
donated by Nancy Vanderwaerdt State Farm Insurance.
COURSE WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Sleigh RidesBring a nonperishable food item. 1-4 p.m.
Starting at the new pavilion.
Presented By The Big Freeze Committee of Albert Lea, MN • www.bigfreeze.org • 507-373-2316
Edgewater Bay PavilionFountain Lake, Albert Lea
Saturday, February 18, 2012
ICE PARTy Saturday Night
Live Performance Saturday Night
at the Edgewater Bay Pavilion! Bring a nonperishable food item! $3 suggested donation at the door!
RIPTIDE AND INDISCREPANCy
5-7 p.m.
BAD MONKEy 7-11 p.m.
Beverage Services by Geneva Bar!
Albert Lea Family Y2021 W. Main St, Albert Lea, MN 56007373-8228 • www.ymcaal.org
Check out your Family Y program opportunities today
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507-377-0848
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• Loud Ringers • Telephone Amplifiers
• Multi-Line Phones • Business Telephone Systems
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Jesse & Kelly Krick507-402-2348 or 507-440-2389
Now thru FED. 29, 2012
Free Cleaning...Ask How!
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2 Rooms only $59.99
3 Rooms only $79.99
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Last Week’s Answer: Charles DickensLast Week’s Winner: Julie Roder of Albert Lea
This Week’s Question: What became the 33rd state to join the Union, Feb. 14, 1859?
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M-F. 11 am-2 pm, Mon.-Thurs. 5 pm- Midnite, Fri. & Sat. 5 pm-2 am, Sun. 5 pm-10 pm
126 W. Clark • Albert Lea • 373-7350WE DELIVER
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VALUABLE COUPON
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Wash/Wax • Vacuum Windows • Dust Dash
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Winter Clean-Up SpeCial
412 Morningside Rd. • Albert Lea - Behind Burger King507-377-2634
Your Home is Your Castle
• New Construction • Additions & Remodels • Kitchen & Bathroom
• Roofing | Flooring | Tiling • Doors & Windows • Siding & Stone
• Decks | Patios | Driveway • Basements Poured or Block Foundation Walls • Wall
Repair • Waterproofing Interior or ExteriorBarn Restoration | Ag Bldgs.
Pole Buildings | Barns
507-383-2194 • 507-402-5030
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Lic. #20270500
Agricultural Services
Business for SaleContact Sue at
507-377-7943
COUNTRY TACK WESTERN STORE
119 S. Broadway, Albert Lea 377-7943Tues.-Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-3,
Closed Sun. & Mon.
$1295
Thursday night Special
starts at 5:00 pm
BuY 1 GeT 1 free
Soup & SAlAD BArhomemade Soup!
Served with a Freshly Baked Popover & Honey Butter!
2306 E. Main St., Albert Lea507-373-6471
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• Stoves starting
136 S. Broadway | Downtown Albert Lea 373-0878 | www.letenergysystems.com
HOURS: M-F 10-5, Sat. 10-2
Wood Pellet/Corn StovesSt. Croix
lowest Price ever
• Push Button Start • Self-Cleaning Burn Pot• 8,000 ot 50,000 BTU• Reduce Costs with Efficient Comfortable Heat
Shop Connie’s Corner New & Used a Bit
LET Energy Systems
123 N. Broadway Albert Lea • 373-0388
M-F 10-5, Sat. 10-3
Get Ready For Springat New To You CoNsigNmeNT• T-Shirts• Shorts• SandalsQuality Used Clothing for the Entire Family
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Hy-VeeWine & spirits
Open Mon.-Thurs. 8 to 8, Fri. & Sat. 8 to 10
Ad Good Wednesday, Feb. 15 thru Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012
Next to Hy-Vee 2708 N. Bridge, Albert Lea 377-1489
THIS WEEK’S HY-VEE POP SPECIALSAQUAFINA
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Hess Select chardonnay
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$849Robert
MondaviALL vARIETIEs 750 mL
$899Sutter Home
Bubbly Moscato750 mL
$799Beringer Moscato
750 mL
$399from the wine
cellar
BacardiRum
LITER
$1299
E&JBrandy
1.75 LITER
$1859
Taste of Winter Recipe Contest Entry BlankE-Mail Your Recipe to [emailprotected] Address: The Freeborn Co. Shopper, 110 Pearl St., P.O. Box 1108, Albert Lea, MN 56007Contest deadline February 17, 2012 - Must have name, address & phone number on each entry.
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Trees & shrubs for spring planTing
• Farmstead Windbreaks• Field Windbreaks
• Wildlife Habitat Plantings• Plantings for Aesthetics
freeborn Co. sWCD offers assistance with:
• Variety Selection• Planting Plans• Planter Rentals
• Tree Care ProductsCall or visit our office to obtain a 2012
price list and order form
ag. service Center building1400 W. Main, Albert Lea, MN
phone 373-5607 ext. 3For best selection order by Feb. 29th.
www.freebornswcd.org
Lawn & GardenAppliancesTelevisions
2722 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea377-2500
Hours: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-6, Sun. Noon-5
Tools
Going Farther On A Gallon Of GasAs much as we'd like to hope, lower gas prices aren't likely here to stay. but with prices lower than they have been in awhile-and especially when they really start to rise again-here are some tips to help you save gas.
Gettin' In TuneKeeping your car in proper running condition is vital to getting good gas mileage and saving money, so make sure your engine is tuned up. Especially crucial under
the hood are the spark plugs. Are they firing correctly? one that isn't can cost you as much as 30% in fuel efficiency. All thumbs? You can still replace your own air filter and improve your gas mileage up to 10%. Check the filter periodically for the things that can clog it-dirt, dust, bugs, etc.-and change it according to your owner's manual guidelines.
pump 'Em Upmake sure your tires are inflated to the proper air pressure indicated in your owner's manual.
Underinflated tires can wreak havoc on three fronts-they rob you of precious gas mileage (up to 15%), they wear out faster than properly inflated tires and they can cause an accident. Do the math. If you're getting 20 miles to the gallon on underinflated tires, you can pos-sibly bump that to 23 with the proper pressure. If your gas tank holds 15 gallons and you get three extra miles a gallon, that's 45 miles per fillup. If you fill up once a week, that's 2,340 additional miles a year you're getting. buy a quality tire gauge and check your tire pressure once a month.
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OIL CHANGE
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only…
• Change Oil & Filter (Up to 5 qts.)• 60 pt. vehicle inspection• Most Vehicles • Expires 3/16/12
See us for all your auto service needs.
810 E. MAIN STREET • ALBERT LEA, MN
Collins
Auto
Repair
507-377-0585
COUPON
FREESilver car Wash with the purchase of 8 gallons of gas or more - $7.00 Value
1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER • OFFER GOOD THRU FEb. 21, 2012 • OLE'S EASTSIDE SHELL, 2222 E. MAIN, ALbERT LEA.
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505 E. Main, Albert Lea373-0636
*Subject to credit approval. Offer valid thru Feb. 29, 2012. One mail in rebate check per qualifying purchase. See store for details.
GEt Up to A$160 REbAtE on tiREs!
507•373-2676Kevin Marshall, Owner Certified Installer
Toll-Free 877-874-0066For All Your Auto Glass Needs...Because it Does Matter!
Take Advantage of ourFree Mobile Service
• We come to you• Over 15 years experience
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226 East Clark St. Albert Lea, MN
Full Service Auto & Light Truck Repair
507-377-2099
ENGINES •TRANSMISSIONS • BRAKES • EXHAUSTTIRES • DIAGNOSTICS • ELECTRIC
Ken’s Service
SaleSevent!
Sale ends Feb. 18th!Don't Miss your
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Company1651 Olsen Dr., Albert Lea
507-373-3981Mon.-Fri. 7:30 am-5:30 pm, Sat. 8:00 am-1:00 pm
speCial offers!save $5
on exact fit Wiper bladessave $10
on bosch iCon Wiper bladessave $20
on herculiner brush on bed liner Kitlucas fuel injector Cleaner only $5.99
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507-373-3944
www.karlscarquest.com
KARL’S CARQUEST AUTO PARTS
locally owned & operated for over 25 Years
Per Pair after Mail - In Rebate*
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After Mail - In Rebate*
2527 Bridge Ave. Albert Lea SALES & SERVICE: 507-373-5275
www.VernEideChevy.com
WILDCARD$20 oFFWITH $100 OR MORE
ON PARTSOR SERVICE
Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2/29/12.
(up to 5 qts.)
No Appointment
Needed
OIL CHANGELUBE • OIL • FILTER
$1995INCLUDES VEHICLE INSPECTION
AND TOP OFF FLUIDSSynthetic oil, synthetic blends & diesel
engines extra.
Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2/29/12.
04 LOST AND FOUNDLOST: Charm Bracelet w/ 16 plus Beads & Charms. Reward! Call 507-369-5640. tfn/0e00
05 NOTICESGuns, Ammo, Powder & Primers. Open Monday - Saturday 9:00AM-5:00PM, or by Appointment call 507-373-0966, 1800 Oakwood Terrace, Albert Lea, MN. 06/28c00/08
4th Annual Rod & Gun Club TEXAS HOLD'em TOURNAMENT on Saturday, February 18th!! Held at Travel Lanes LeRoy, MN with *Raffles, *Silent Auction & *Gun Raffle Drawing, and Snacks, Lunch available, cash bar. Doors Open at 11:00 A.M. Games Start at 1:00 P.M. Payback based on 32 Player Tournament, 1st Place: $200.00, 2nd Place: 100.00, 3rd Place: 50.00. LEROY ROD AND GUN CLUB. 07/0au00/07
10 APPLIANCE REPAIRON THE SPOT APPLIANCE SERVICE will Repair most Household Appliances & Commercial Cooking Products. 29 Years Experience, Reasonable Rates. Call Orrin Mortensen at 507-256-8099 ANY-TIME. tfn/44b50
11 BUILDING AND REMODELINGFor all your Home Maintenance/Repairs/Lawn Care call ROBERT NESSET CONSTRUCTION 507-383-7693. License# BC635495. tfn/14b00
Roofing, Remodeling or New Construction. Con-crete Work - Driveways, Sidewalks, Etc. - No job too BIG or too small. 31 years experience, Li-censed & Insured. ARNOLD'S CONSTRUCTION 507-383-1345 or 507-377-3538. tfn/15b00
13 HOUSE & BUSINESS CLEANINGI can come clean your home for you, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. Have experience. If interested call Peggy 218-522-0825 or 507-377-0566.
14 LAWN, GARDEN & TREE SERVICEPETERSON TREE SERVICE - Trimming/Removal, Lot/Grove Clearing, Stump Chipping, Licensed & In-sured. ISA Certified Arborist. Over 45 yrs. com-bined experience. We work all year round. FREE Estimates. 507-373-1171 or 800-795-1216 or email [emailprotected] tfn/29b00
B&B LAWN SERVICE: Mowing, Thatching, Bush Trimming, Garden Tilling, Landscaping, Brush Re-moval, Leaf Clean Up. Call Brad 507-377-0947 or 507-383-3628. Insured. tfn/14b00
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Dining and Entertainment
Saturday, Feb. 25
Menu: Stuffed Pork Chop Dinner
$15 Per Person
Tickets on Sale at Albert Lea Eagles Club
205 W. William373-1162
Let Us Help You Make Your Wedding Reception PERFECT!Tribute Dinner Show
Performances by Bill Dewey as Johnny Cash& the DC Drifters
Winter BBQ Wed. Feb 15, 2012
First Luthern Church, 301 W Clark St, AL5:00 pm - 7:30 pm cost $7Menu: Hamburgers • Hot Dogs • Baked Beans • Chips • Bars • Lemonade • Coffee • Water
All proceeds help support the 22 youth and 5 adults going to the ELCA National Youth Gathering in New Orleans, LA July 2012
373-1447
Fat Tuesday Celebration
Tuesday, Feb. 21Serving 4:30-7:00
Shrimp Boil, Chili, Gumbo and the
Famous King Cakefor Dessert - $8.00
Knights of Columbus
1002 S. Broadway, Albert Lea
Second Annual
$100 OffAny 24 Pack Cans of Beer
Expires 2/28/12
COUPON
15% OffAny Bottle or Box of Wine
Expires 2/28/12
COUPON
1617 West Main St, Albert Lea379-2364
Albert leA FFA Alumni
AnnuAl All-member
meeting
February 19, 201211 AM – 1 PM
fairlane BuildingFreeborn Co. Fairgrounds, Albert Lea
The Albert Lea FFA Alumni Board of Directors would like to invite you to our annual All-Member Meeting.
Join us at the Fairlane Building on the Fairgrounds for soup and desserts.
We will review the year’s successes, have membership renewals available, and share our ideas for 2012. Speaking of which, we can always use your idea! Contact any board member to share your ideas, thoughts, or creative solutions for sponsorship, education, and fundraising.
Together, we can achieve great things and help the Albert Lea FFA Chapter out!
Auto
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Exit #18 (Clarks Grove)East 100 Yards Then
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507-256-7375
CLARKSGROVE
CO
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EXIT 18
Pick Up Service & Roll Off Boxes Available
Also BuyingAluminum,
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HINKLEY Chevrolet, BuickHwy. 109, Wells, MN • Phone: 553-3121 • Toll Free 1-800-788-6442
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2007 Chevrolet Tahoe LT4x4, 5.3 V-8, 15 MPG City/21 MPG Hwy, trade-in, power driver seat, CD, towing package, 148,000 miles
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Freeborn Area Cancer AuctionWe would like to thank everyone that donated, purchased and
worked towards another great year!
3rd Annual Fighting for a Cure One Page at a Time
Saturday, march 10, 20128:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
first Baptist Church, Clarks Grove MNCost: $40.00* Price Includes: *Free T-shirt with early registration
• 15 Hours of Scrapbooking Time • Silent Auction• Garage Sale • Meals, Water and Coffee
Proceeds go to freeborn area Cancer auction - for More information:Missy Ladlie 507-219-7280 [emailprotected] Attig 507-391-7110 [emailprotected]
Sign Up
Today!
Soup & Pie SupperVegetable Beef • Chili • Baked Potato • Wild Rice
Wednesday, Feb. 15th 4-7 pmCrossroads Church
3402 Hoeger Lane, Albert Lea, MN
Proceeds to benefit students attending youth ministry conference in New Orleans along with 10% going back to the
community through the Backpack Program
Adults: $7Children (5-10): $3.50
Children Under 5: FREEEveryone is welcome!Handicap Accessible
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BECKER AUTO SALES
'11 Kawasaki 750 EFI Brute Force, 190 miles, one owner, with Moose Snow Plow ...................................................... $7,100
‘09 Chevy HD Ext Cab LT, 6.0, auto, 4x4, loaded, 79k .. $24,995'08 F350 Crew Cab Lariet V10 4x4, 117k ...................... $23,995‘08 F250 XLT Ext Cab, long box, 5.4 V8, auto, 4x4, 63k $22,995'08 F250 Ext cab, 5.4 XLT, Auto, short box, 4x4, 71k .... $20,995‘08 Nissan Versa S 1.8 auto 4door 66k ........................... $9,995'06 Colbalt 2-Dr, Auto, 79k ............................................... $7,995‘06 Chevy Crew Cab LT 6.6 Diesel Short box, 4x4, 117k $23,995‘06 F150 Supercrew XLT, 5.4 V-8, 4x4, 61k ................... $19,995‘05 Ford Ext.Cab XLT 5.4 V-8, 4x4, 111k ........................$11,995'05 Chev 2500 LS, crew cab, 6.0, V8, 4x4, 114k ........... $16,995'05 Chrysler Town Country, Touring, Stow n Go 96k ........ $8,995'04 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP, 4 Dr., 3.8, leather roof ........ $8,995'04 Chevy Ext. Cab LS, 5.3 V8, 113k, 4x4, cloth ........... $12,995'04 Chevy Tahoe LT, leather, sunroof, DVD, 4x4, 110k .. $13,995'04 Chevy Reg. Cab 5.3, long box, 4x4, 114k .................. $9,995'04 Chevy 1500 Extcab LT Z71, 4x4, 5.3, 103k ............. $13,995‘04 F-250 XLT 4x4 off road Crewcab 5.4 V8 130k ......... $13,995‘04 Trailblazer Ext. LS 4.2 V6 4x4, 3rd Seat, 95k ............ $9,995‘04 Chevy Ext Cab 1500 LS 5.3, 4x4, 150k, clean ........ $10,500‘04 Chevy 2500 HD Ext. Cab, 6.0 V-8, auto., 4x4, 134k,
sunroof ...................................................................... $12,995‘03 Chevy 1500 HD Crew Cab 6.0 V-8, 4x4, 157k......... $10,995'03 Nissan Maxima SE V6, auto., sun roof, 89k............... $7,995‘03 Blazer LS 4.3 V6 4x4, 119k ........................................ $6,995'03 Chevy S10 Crew Cab 4.3 V-6, auto., 4x4, 134k ........ $8,995'02 Pontiac Grand Prix SE, V6, auto., 131k ..................... $4,995'02 F250 XLT Reg. Cab 7.3 Diesel 6 spd., 114k 4x4 ..... $15,995‘02 Chevy 1500 HD crew cab LT Z71, 4x4, 126k ...........$11,995‘02 Chevy Monte Carlo SS, 3.8 V-6, auto., leather,
sunroof, 102k .............................................................. $7,495'01 Chevy S-10 LS, 2.2, 5 speed 2wd, 136k .................... $4,500‘01 KIA Sportage, 4x4, 5 speed ....................................... $2,995‘01 Ford Excursion V-10, 4x4, leather, 99k ...................... $9,995'00 GMC Ext Cab Sonoma 2.2 Auto., 81k, 2WD.............. $5,995'00 S-10 Ext. Cab 2 WD, V6, auto., 114k ......................... $4,995'00 F350 Lariet Crew Cab 7.3 Diesel auto., 156k, 4x4 .. $13,995'99 F250 XLT Reg. Cab V10 4x4, 62k, long box .............. $9,995‘99 Chevy 1500 LS Z71 Extcab, 5.3, V8, 4x4 154k ......... $6,995'99 Olds Bravada AWD, New Tires, 151k ......................... $3,995‘99 Lincoln Town Car, V8, leather, 84k ............................. $6,995'96 F350 XLT Reg Cab, 7.3 powerstroke, auto, 2WD, 131k .$6,995‘95 F250 V8, 4x4, Reg. Cab ............................................. $2,995‘94 Lincoln Towncar, V8, leather, nice shape, 156k ......... $2,500‘90 Chevy 1500 SS 454, reg cab, 92k ............................. $9,500‘84 Chevy 1500 Reg Cab 305, V8, 2wd 166k .................. $2,995‘64 International Carry All Ambulance, V8, 4x4, 6100 mi . $6,500‘00 Polaris RMK 800 136’’ rebuilt motor .......................... $1,995‘97 XCR 600 Triple, new seat, runs great ........................ $1,200‘96 XLT 600 Triple Wife's Sled ......................................... $1,200
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THE SHOPPER110 Pearl St., Box 1108, Albert Lea, MN 56007 • Phone 507/373-1310 [emailprotected]
FreebornCounty
It’s that time of year when days are shorter and winter weather is approaching.
Please Remember:Delivery might be later than it has been.Keep your sidewalks/driveways clear.Monitor your petsService your tubes or boxes.
Friday, Feb. 17th Serving 6:00-7:30 pmSteak, Chicken, Shrimp, Fish
RAHK Karaoke - 7:30 pmSaturday, Feb. 18th Lunch Noon Till GoneHockey Burger Basket Fundraiser serving 5 -7pm
Entertainment TBA 7:00 pm
Every Tuesday Bar BingoStarts 6:30 pm
Food Available
Wednesdays6:00-7:30 pmAll Baskets
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Albert Lea Lodge #1703
MOOSE1623 W. Main. St., Skyline Plaza
Mon.-Fri. Noon to Close, Sat. 10:30 am to Close, Sun. Noon-6 pm
Omelet BreakfastSunday • Feb. 19th • $8.00
8:00 am-1:00 pmMade to Order Omelets, Sausage, Bacon,
Potatoes, Toast, Juice & Coffee
AUTO SALESCall 507-373-1005
2517 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN
~ 2005 MODELS ~'05 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab SLT, 4x4, V8,
110k ............................................................$12,500'05 Chrysler Town & Country Limited, loaded,
DVD, 120k ....................................................$9,995'05 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT, 99k ..............$8,495'05 Mercury Mountaineer Premier, 4x4, loaded,
DVD, 83k ....................................................$12,900'05 Dodge Stratus SXT, 4 cyl., 48k .................$8,995'05 Hummer H2, fully loaded, 4x4, 103k .....$19,900'05 Chrysler Pacifica 4x4, loaded, 120k ........$9,995'05 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3800 V6 ....................$7,995'05 Dodge Grand Caravan, nicely equipped,
133k ..............................................................$5,995'05 Dodge Ram Crew Cab, 4x4, 4 new tires,
91k ..............................................................$12,900
14 LAWN, GARDEN & TREE SERVICETree Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding. Over 30 years experience. Call Jim Amarosa @ 507-256-4425. 07//55c00/12
23 SPECIAL SERVICESNEED HELP MOVING? The Household Movers – One Piece or Whole Home. 507-373-6434.
Chimney Cleaning & Repairs. Also Painting, Odd Jobs & Tree Trimming. Call 507-369-4804. tfn/14b00
26 FINANCIALSave money when you finance your home, vehi-cle, motorcycle, boat, camper, etc with Accentra Credit Union. To find out more call 800-533-0448 today or visitwww.accentracu.org. 07/0au00/12
27 FOOD PRODUCTS/PRODUCENORTHSTAR RANCH: All natural Pork - Grass fed Beef - Antibiotic Free - federally inspected. Lo-cally grown. Sold in packages or individual cuts. Call 507-383-7694. tfn/14b50
31 FLOOR COVERING & INSTALL.KARSJENS INSTALLATION - Installation of Carpet, Vinyl & Laminate. New Carpet Available. Re-stretch Existing Carpet. Cell 507-383-0708 Kent Karsjens Established 1989. tfn/14b50
36 HEATING UNITS, FIREWOOD ETC.LOWMAN'S OAK FIREWOOD - Seasoned 2 - 3 years, split & delivered $120.00. Call Steven 507-373-9316. 51/28p00/08
OAK FIREWOOD FOR SALE. FREE DELIVERY AUSTIN AND ALBERT LEA AREA ONLY. CALL 438-9181.
WOOD PELLETS SALE - Premium Softwood Pellets $215.00. per ton Full pallet price $4.75 by the bag. Len’s Wood Products…1/2 mile north of Oakland. 507-433-7807. 02/0au00/07
For Sale: Sawmill Slabs for Firewood. Work great for outdoor wood burners. $20.00 per bundle, Len's Wood Products - 507-433-7807. 1/2 mile North of Oakland. 07/0au00/09
37 GARAGE, MOVING SALESSALE: $1.00 Women's Tops, Sweaters, Jeans & Dresses. Also Store full to the brim with Kid's & Men's Clothes and Misc. Items. Well sorted great quality. WELLS CLOTHES CLOSEST THRIFT STORE, Tuesday & Friday, 11:00AM - 6:00PM, Wells, MN. Donations of items always needed! 07/32b00/09
THE ANSWER YOU SEEK IS HERE! Oregon. 07/0fcs00/07
38 HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGSFurniture 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, sectionals 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 tfn/38b50
39 LAWN, SNOW, ETC. EQUIPMENTSTIHL Products in Stock - We're your Stihl Dealer. 507-448-3302 TRADING POST - Gordonsville. tfn/14b00
40 MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302 TRADING POST - Gordonsville. tfn/14b00
THIS AREA’S ONLY HUSQVARNA and STIHL CHAIN SAW DEALER. Chain Saw Sharpening starting at $4.00. See Mike at M & S OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT, Albert Lea, MN 507-377-7705. tfn/14b00
41 MISCELLANEOUS WANTEDWANTED: Cars, Trucks & Junk Cars $150.00 & up & up. Copper, Aluminum & Brass. Car Batteries. Call 507-318-0869 (Leave Message). 06/50p00x2/09
RECENTLY, Minnesota big ad motel buyers were trying to buy gold & silver for 30% - 40% less than Kuehl's Coins. Compare prices! Fairmont, 507-235-3886. 06/0au00/11
50 PET CARE, WALKING, ETC.STAYCATION PET CARE: Don't take your Pets to a Kennel. We come to you! Days or Evenings - Sev-en Days a Week. Also Enjoy a Cage Free Doggie Day Care 24 hour Supervised Environment. 5% of Profits go to the Humane Society. Six Years Experi-ence & References. Insured & Bonded. Visit our website at http://staycationpetcare.com or Like us on Facebook. Call 507-369-3116. tfn/15b00
Need someone to check in on your pets when you are gone for the day, a week or longer? CALL COUNTRY CARE PET SERVICE. We will come to your home as many times a day as needed. Many other services available. We’ve been in the Pet Care business since 1995. Call 507 826 3510 or email at [emailprotected] tfn/18b00
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Albert Lea ElementaryMon. 20: Presidents Day No SchoolTues. 21: BBQ chicken sandwich, egg salad sandwich, corn, cucumber slices w/dip, pearsWed. 22: WG pancakes w/syrup & eggs, ham & cheese sandwich, oven baked tator tots, apple, mandarin orangesThurs. 23: Penne pasta w/Italian meatsauce, tuna salad on wheat bread, green beans, mixed green salad, fruit cocktailFri. 24: Tony’s whole grain cheese pizza, chef salad w/egg & cheese, carrot coins celery stick w/lt. ranch, peaches
SouthwestMon. 20: Presidents Day No SchoolTues. 21: Beef taco WG flour tortilla, lettuce/tomato/cheddar cheese cup, southwest corn, black beansWed. 22: WG french toast sticks & scrambled eggs, syrup, baked tator
totsThurs. 23: Diced chicken served w/Alfredo sauce over WG rotini noodles, mixed veggies, garlic bread stickFri. 24: Battered pollock wedge, oven fried potatoes, seasoned green beans, dinner roll
St. Theodore’sMon. 20: Presidents Day No SchoolTues. 21: Hamburger on wheat bun, sun chips, peas & carrots, peachesWed. 22: Fish sticks, mashed potatoes w/butter, green beans, pineappleThurs. 23: Grilled chicken breast, brown rice, carrots & pears
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Albert Lea Family Y2021 W. Main St, Albert Lea, MN 56007373-8228 • www.ymcaal.org
“We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities for 96 years”Check out your Family Y program opportunities today
Health MarketFebruary is Heart Month! Celebrate by following these heart smart shopping tips to help reduce cardiovascular disease. Your heart will thank you! • Stay on the outside of the store (fresh produce, meat and fish
market are there!)• Stock up on fresh produce• Buy frozen fruits and vegetables• Choose low-fat and fat free dairy• Select lean meats• Eat fish twice a week• Grab the whole grainsTip by Alyssa Nelson, nutrition student at Mankato State University.
2708 N. bridge, Albert Lea, MN 507-377-2257 • Email: [emailprotected]
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Built on your level site, subject to local building codes, snowload requirements, crew travel in some areas and prices are subject to change without notice. Delivery not included. Mn Lic #BC048615
We’re taking orders for Spring construction!
Steve Schwebke, FairmontDavid Baldner
Support Your Favorite StarsDancing with the Freeborn County Stars
Saturday, March 17th Albert Lea High School
The_Freeborn_County_Stars_are_working_on_their_fancy_footwork_to_raise_money_for_the_Freeborn_County_Red_Cross.__The_6th_Annual_Dancing_with_the_Freeborn_County_Stars_will_be_Saturday, March 17, 2012. Your evening will be filled with style and magic by this year’s dancers: Melanie Bloom and Rusty Dawkins; Angie and Seth Stadheim; Mary and Nathan Johnson; Mary Nelson and LaMar Staloch; Dr Tom and Linda Lang; Haley Allen and Sergio Chavez; Roxanne Ehrich and Roger Zeman; Kristen Dulas and Bryce Nelson. The_dancers_are_vying_for_awards_in_three_categories_–_Top_Fundraisers_Award,_Audience_Choice_Award and the Star Award, which combines judges’ scores and the money attendees put in fishbowls that_night.__To_support_your_favorite_dancers_please_send_your_check_to_American_Red_Cross,_Free-born County Chapter, 1608 West Fountain Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007, give directly to your dancers or put in the fishbowl at the event.We_are_continuing_the_very_popular_silent_auction_along_with the event. You’ll be able to shop as you enjoy refresh-ments in the commons area of the Albert Lea High School during_the_intermission.__Tickets_for_this_fantastic_evening_are_on_sale_now._General_admission tickets will be on sale for $10 at Hy-Vee, Ben’s Floral and Frame Designs and the Convention & Visitors Bureau. Reserved seating tickets ($15 or $20) will be avail-able only at the Red Cross office, 1608 West Fountain Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007.The_money_raised_will_be_used_to_provide_Red_Cross_services_to_the_residents_of_Freeborn_County.____For_more_information_about_the_Dancing_with_the_Freeborn_County_Stars_event_or_about the American Red Cross please call us at 507-373-4544 or_visit_us_on_the_web_at_www.redcrosstc.org.__
The_American_Red_Cross_shelters,_feeds_and_provides_emotional_support_to_victims_of_disasters;_supplies_nearly_half_of_the_nation's_blood;_teaches_lifesaving_skills;_provides_international_humanitarian_aid;_and_supports_military_members_and_their_families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity_of_the_American_public_to_perform_its_mission._For_more_information,_please_visit_www.redcross.org_or_join_our_blog at http://blog.redcross.org
Thank YouWe would like to thank all of our family and friends for their support and memorials during the illness and death of our mother, Dolores. We would like to especially thank the medical staff at Mayo Health Systems, staff and residents at Thornecrest, staff at First Lutheran Church, Jackie Sletten, and staff at Bonnerup’s Funeral Home.
Family of Dolores KopsengHEADQUARTERS FOR ENERGY-SAVING
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Industrial quality motors specially designed for farm duty. Extra high torque designs through 15 H.P. Capacitor start and repulsion induction types. Totally enclosed, fan-cooled with gasketted conduit boxes. From stock. Other farm duty motors include instant reversing and replacement universal crop dryer motors - from stock.
RETAIL - WHOLESALE • Motor Rewinding • Electric Motors • Bearings • Belts • Sprockets • Seats • Hydraulic Hose • Roller Chains
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1401 West 9th St., Albert Lea, MN24 HOUR SERVICE CALL 377-0032
Don’t bolt it, when you can weld it!• Retail Steel Sales • Welding Repair
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507-373-53151126 S. Broadway, Albert Lea
Albert LeaSTEEL, INCSERVICE CENTER
Painting • Chimney RepairsCarpentry • Tree Trimming
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Tom WentzlerAlbert Lea
507-369-4804In Business Since 1973
Memorials with Innovation & Distinction1006 S. Broadway Albert LeaVisit Our Showroom or Call
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64 APTS., DUPLEXES FOR RENTNice Updated 2 Bedroom Apartment; Garage, water/sewer & garbage furnished. $450.00 per month, plus deposits. Call 507-373-5970.
AFFORDABLE RENTALS in Albert Lea, Clarks Grove, Emmons & Hollandale. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apart-ments. No age limits! FREE tours & free applica-tions! 800-676-6505, tdd 507-451-0704 www.life-styleinc.net Equal Housing Opportunity.
One bedroom downtown apartments for rent. Call Julie 507-456-1781 (agent). 07/28b00/09
FOR RENT: COUNTRYSIDE INN, 2102 E. MAIN ST., ALBERT LEA, MN FROM $175.00 PER/WK VERY CLEAN ROOMS, AAA 2 DIAMOND RATED. HIGH SPEED INTERNET, HBO / CABLE, BREAKFAST IN-CLUDED. NO DEPOSIT OR CREDIT CHECK. Call 888-373-1188 or 507-373-2446. tfn/15b00
One Bedroom Apartment with off street parking. No pets. References required. $375.00 per month plus deposit, utilities included. 507-383-9219.
66 HOUSE FOR RENT212 5TH AVE. S. Cozy one bedroom, one story. New carpet. Garage. Appliances included. $350.00 deposit. $375.00 rent. 391-0144.
EMMONS Spacious 4 BR home in at 231 Concord. Garage. Appliances included. $400.00 deposit. $495.00 rent. Application required. 391-0144.
Nice 3 Bedroom Home for rent: $550.00 plus utili-ties. New windows, bathroom, roof, furnace. Available February 1st! 507-440-4062.
Cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath House w/basement in Country near Clarks Grove. Garage includes wa-ter / sewer and appliances. $400.00 deposit, $450.00 rent plus utilities. No smoking or pets. Available May 1. Call 507-256-7288. 07/31p00/09
3 & 4 Bedroom Homes Available for Rent in Brice-lyn. Contact 507-525-2048. 07/28c00/09
114 LAKE Three bedroom two story home. Two baths. Main floor laundry. Garage. Appliances included. $400.00 deposit. $495.00 rent. Appli-cation required. 391-0144. 07/30p0009
68 BUSINESS SPACE FOR RENTFor Rent: 6,000 sq. ft. Steel Building 2.5 acres, 2 offices, 2 restroom. 606 W. 9th St., Albert Lea, MN. Call 507-567-2993 or 507-437-3700. tfn/14b00
Office Space for Rent close to Downtown Albert Lea. Office window faces Main St. 620 sq. ft. $450 per month. Off street parking. 507-383-9219.
Would you like to have your own Beauty Salon? 630 square feet of space for rent plumbed for 3 or 4 sinks. Previous salon. $400.00 per month. Off street parking. 507-383-9219. tfn/0e00
73 HOUSES FOR SALEALWAYS DREAMED OF LIVING IN THE COUNTY? Make Your Dream a Reality & Affordable! This 3 Bedroom House on 5 acres plus outbuildings is centrally located between Albert Lea & Mankato. PRICE REDUCED to $64,500.00 - This Acreage won't be around long! Call Now for a showing 507-383-9688. 03/28p00/08
TWIN HOMES FOR SALE: Owner is offering TERMS or TRADE. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath upscale homes that have been beautifully finished with attention to detail. Albert Lea Lake and I-35 exit close by. Priced at $175,000.00. Call 507-373-9586. KEN-NETH R. LELAND REALTY, INC. 07/33b00/09
House for by Owner: 3 bedroom, 2 baths, deck. Close to hospital & downtown. Call for more infor-mation. 507-373-5935. 06/28c00/08
For Sale: 1 bedroom House, garage, fenced backyard. Call 507-852-2810. 06/28c00/08
83 AUTOSFor Sale: 2001 Chevy Impala LD Sedan, silver, 47,766 miles, runs well, one owner. Interior is excel-lent, good tires. Great car! Asking $5,000.00. Call 507-383-6365 to see car. 06/30b00/08
NEED CASH? Wanted To Buy, Used Cars Under $1,000.00. Call 507-383-4430. tfn/14b00
WANTED: Cars, Trucks & Junk Cars $150.00 & up & up. Copper, Aluminum & Brass. Car Batteries. Call 507-318-0869 (Leave Message).
84 AUTO PARTS, EQUIPMENT, TIRESAluminum Wheels - Take offs as low as $100.00/set. FLAHERTY'S HI-TECH MOTORWERKS - Airport Rd. & Hi Tec Ave., Albert Lea. 507-373-2464.
88 PICKUPS, SUV'S & VANSFor Sale: '99 Dodge Dakota Pickup - Ext. cab, runs great! $3,400.00 OBO. Also: '99 Acura Integra Sporty - 2 door, great gas mileage. $2,300.00 OBO. Call 507-402-4743. 07/29p00/09
Truck for sale: Ford Ranger 1997 supercab, low mileage, excellant 4.0 Six cylindar engine, rhino liner, 4x4, black, power windows, good tires. 507-271-1982
52 PETSFREE to Good Home: Due to illness owner most give up 5 month old male Kitten w/ unique mark-ings. Has had all his shots & wormed. Call 507-373-4419. 07/10c00/07
To adopt a CAT or DOG Check out our Website www.hsffc.org or Call the Freeborn County Hu-mane Society @ 507-377-8501 Tuesdays & Thurs-days 1PM to 4PM. tfn/0nc00
You can Help out our Furry Friends by Donating any of the following Items...Cat litter, medium lit-ter pans, hand sanitizer, bleach, lemon or orange Pine Sol, dish soap & laundry soap. To Donate items call the Freeborn County Humane Society @ 507-377-8501 Tuesdays & Thursdays 1PM to 4PM. tfn/0nc00
58 SPORTING GOODS, HUNTING, ETCGuns, Ammo, Powder & Primers. Open Monday - Saturday 9:00AM-5:00PM, or by Appointment call 507-373-0966, 1800 Oakwood Terrace, Albert Lea, MN. 06/28c00/08
RIFLES, SHOTGUNS, PISTOLS, New and Used. Buy - Sell - Trade. BILL’S GUN SHOP, Open Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 216 Independence, Clarks Grove, MN 56016, Phone 507-256-4870.
64 APTS., DUPLEXES FOR RENTFor Rent in Lake Mills. 1 bedroom Apartment, $260.00 includes appliances & heat, also 2 bed-room Unit w/basement $325.00, Deposit & Refer-ences required. Call 641-590-1593. 05/30c00/07
APARTMENT FOR RENT: 1 bedroom Apartment In Lake Mills, Iowa, $300.00/month. Ask for Scott at 641-592-0041 05/28b00/07
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OPPORTUNITIES62 EMPLOYMENTWANTED - Herbicide Applicator: Seasonal Travel, Competitive Wages. Will train for Applicators Li-cense. Valid DL, CDL a plus. Drug free workplace. Call 507-552-1225. EOE/AAP M-F-D-DV. 05/182b00/07
DRIVERS NEEDED: OTR, leave Monday home on Friday. Paid by the load, 2 years Experience, CDL, current Health Card, No traffic violations in the past year. VERN'S TRUCKING 507-256-4400, Fax: 507-256-4502 or [emailprotected] 05/31b00/07
NOW HIRING: Companies desperately need em-ployees to assemble products at home. No sell-ing, any hours. $500.00 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 DEPT. MN-485. 06/66p00/08
FOOT ROUTE CARRIERS WANTED in GENEVA & LAKE MILLS, IA. Please Call Jennifer @ 507-373-1310 or email: [emailprotected]. tfn/0fcs00
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Home Improvements Eligible for Tax Breaks or RebatesHomeowners often look to make improve-ments to their homes to improve aesthet-ics, save money or make their homes more energy efficient. What they may not know is that certain home improvements may qualify them for manufacturer or energy supplier rebates and even federal tax cred-its that can help a person save even more.
Not all products are eligible each year, so it's beneficial to know what tax incentives are out there regarding home retrofits. Here are some programs to keep in mind.
U.S. residents who made home improve-ments in 2011 may be eligible for tax credits when filing a 2011 tax return. Installation and replacement of biomass stoves, HVAC systems, insulation, metal and asphalt roofs, nonsolar water heat-
ers and windows/doors can earn a person up to 10 percent of the cost, up to $500, or a specific amount from $50 to $300. Improvements must have been done to an existing home and principal residence by December 31, 2011.
Federal tax credits for 2012 include geo-thermal heat pumps. These are similar to ordinary heat pumps, but use the ground instead of outside air to provide heat-ing, air conditioning and, in most cases, hot water. Use of small residential wind turbines and solar energy systems, includ-ing solar water heaters and photovoltaic panels, are also eligible. These tax credits offer 30 percent of the cost of the renova-tion with no upper limit.
Visit http://Energy.gov/savings to deter-mine any additional rebate and savings programs that may be offered in your state.
259.17 ACRES FARMLAND5-ACRE BUILDING SITE STEELE CO.
THURSDAY, FEB. 23, 2012AUCTION STARTS AT 12:00 NOONLOCATION: Eagles Club, 141 Rose St East, Owatonna, MN.PROPERTy LOCATION: From Medford, MN, four miles east on Steele Cty 12 (or 69th St NE).
WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS!!!auctioneers note: I would like to thank everybody for the interest in the Parrish land auction. For many years, Lloyd and Ellouise have taken great pride in their farming operation. If you're in the market for some of Steele County's productive farmland or looking for that country living building site, you'll want to be sure to attend this auction. Col. Tracy Holland
183.24 acres steeLe countY's ProDuctiVe FarMLanD - 75.93 acres steeLe countY's
ProDuctiVe FarMLanD/HuntinG 5-acre BuiLDinG site WitH 2+ BeDrooM HoMe
A Professional Full Service Auction Company, Member of State & National Auctioneer's Association
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For Full Color Pictures & Listing Visit Our Website www.hollandauction.com
ParceL 1: Consisting of 75.93 acres, more or less, of Steele County’s farmland/hunting, Mer-ton Township, Section 7. Tillable acres 47.6, crop productivity in-dex (CPI) 79.2. There are cur-rently approximately 13.7 acres enrolled in the CRP program on this parcel until 9-30-12 with av-erage payment of $120 per acre. The remaining acres are mostly mature woodland with a beautiful winding river. Wildlife lovers, you’ll want to take a look at this one.ParceL 2: Consisting of 183.24 acres, more or less, of Steele County’s productive farmland, Merton Township, Section 7. Tillable acres 176.2, crop productivity index (CPI) 89. There are 22.9 acres on the west line of this parcel enrolled in a CRP contract with total payment of $3067 per year until 2018. There will also be approxi-mately 10 acres of CRP on this parcel, located on the north-west end with a contract to expire on 9-30-12 with an approximate aver-age of $120 per acre payment.ParceL 3: Consisting of a 2+ bedroom home on five acres, more or less, kitchen, living + dining rooms, 1 1/2 baths, main floor util-ity, partial finished basement with family room, central air, vaulted ceiling in living room, patio door to large deck off the rear of house overlooking your own pond, submersible well, steel siding, at-tached single car garage with opener, located on a blacktop road. There are approximately three acres tillable on this parcel.
information from steele county fsa and swcd offices are the combination of all three parcels. corn base 141, corn direct + cc yield 121, soybean base 8.2, soybean direct + cc yield 31, wheat base 2.6, Wheat direct + cc yield 44. there are currently 46.6 acres total enrolled in the steele county crp program on parcels 1 + 2, which will be pro-rated to exact acres per parcels pending new buyers, see parcels 1+2 above for approximate figures.
For color aerial, soil & tile maps go to www.hollandauc-tion.com or for more information call Holland auction at 507-684-2955 or 507-456-5128.
reaL estate terMs: Successful bidder shall be required to pay $20,000 down (NON-REFUNDABLE) on Parcel 1, $40,000 down (NON-REFUNDABLE) on Parcel 2, $5,000 down (NON-REFUND-ABLE) on Parcel 3 and sign a purchase agreement immediately following the conclusion of the real estate auction. The balance shall be due on or before March 23, 2012. Bruce Mikeworth, attor-ney for real estate and handling all earnest monies. All information is believed to be correct, but is not guaranteed. Buyers shall rely on their own own information, judgment and inspection. Any verbal announcements day of auction takes precedence over print. NO BUYER'S FEE ON THIS AUCTION. cLerk Holland Auction Co.
ELLOUISE M. PARRISH - ESTATE 4124 69th St. NE, Medford, MN
oPen HouseWeDnesDaY, FeB. 15
12:00 to 1:30 P.M. anD tHursDaY, FeB. 16
4:00 to 5:30 P.M. or BY aPPointMent onLY - caLL HoLLanD auction
at (507) 684-2955
inForMation FroM steeLe countY Fsa anD sWcD oFFic-es are tHe coMBination oF aLL tHree ParceLs. corn Base 141, corn Direct + cc YieLD 121, soYBean Base 8.2, soYBean Direct + cc YieLD 31, WHeat Base 2.6, WHeat Direct + cc YieLD 44. tHere are currentLY 46.6 acres totaL enroLLeD in tHe steeLe countY crP ProGraM on ParceLs 1 + 2, WHicH WiLL Be Pro-rateD to exact acres Per ParceLs PenDinG neW BuYers, see ParceLs 1+2 aBoVe For aPProxiMate FiGures.
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259 Acres - Steele CountyEllouise M. Parrish Estate - Medford, MNProductive farmland, 5 acre building site with 2 + bedroom home. Merton Township, Sect. 7
Thursday • March 22 • 12 NOONKurtis Hanson, Owner - Clarks Grove, MN13 acres Freeborn County productive farmland, Bath Township, Sect. 23
Saturday • April 7 • 9:30 AMLarge Machinery Auction - Hope, MN
Tractors, haying equipment, tillage, wagons, grain trucks, recreational items welcome. Consign early to take full advantage of advertising.
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Saturday, March 3, 2012 Austin Eagles Club
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The Freeborn County Shopper | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 | Page 6 The Freeborn County Shopper | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 | Page 7
Home Improvements Eligible for Tax Breaks or RebatesHomeowners often look to make improve-ments to their homes to improve aesthet-ics, save money or make their homes more energy efficient. What they may not know is that certain home improvements may qualify them for manufacturer or energy supplier rebates and even federal tax cred-its that can help a person save even more.
Not all products are eligible each year, so it's beneficial to know what tax incentives are out there regarding home retrofits. Here are some programs to keep in mind.
U.S. residents who made home improve-ments in 2011 may be eligible for tax credits when filing a 2011 tax return. Installation and replacement of biomass stoves, HVAC systems, insulation, metal and asphalt roofs, nonsolar water heat-
ers and windows/doors can earn a person up to 10 percent of the cost, up to $500, or a specific amount from $50 to $300. Improvements must have been done to an existing home and principal residence by December 31, 2011.
Federal tax credits for 2012 include geo-thermal heat pumps. These are similar to ordinary heat pumps, but use the ground instead of outside air to provide heat-ing, air conditioning and, in most cases, hot water. Use of small residential wind turbines and solar energy systems, includ-ing solar water heaters and photovoltaic panels, are also eligible. These tax credits offer 30 percent of the cost of the renova-tion with no upper limit.
Visit http://Energy.gov/savings to deter-mine any additional rebate and savings programs that may be offered in your state.
259.17 ACRES FARMLAND5-ACRE BUILDING SITE STEELE CO.
THURSDAY, FEB. 23, 2012AUCTION STARTS AT 12:00 NOONLOCATION: Eagles Club, 141 Rose St East, Owatonna, MN.PROPERTy LOCATION: From Medford, MN, four miles east on Steele Cty 12 (or 69th St NE).
WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS!!!auctioneers note: I would like to thank everybody for the interest in the Parrish land auction. For many years, Lloyd and Ellouise have taken great pride in their farming operation. If you're in the market for some of Steele County's productive farmland or looking for that country living building site, you'll want to be sure to attend this auction. Col. Tracy Holland
183.24 acres steeLe countY's ProDuctiVe FarMLanD - 75.93 acres steeLe countY's
ProDuctiVe FarMLanD/HuntinG 5-acre BuiLDinG site WitH 2+ BeDrooM HoMe
A Professional Full Service Auction Company, Member of State & National Auctioneer's Association
HOLLANd AUCTION CO. 507-684-2955 • 507-456-5128Tracy Holland & Associates #7405002, Ellendale, MN
For Full Color Pictures & Listing Visit Our Website www.hollandauction.com
ParceL 1: Consisting of 75.93 acres, more or less, of Steele County’s farmland/hunting, Mer-ton Township, Section 7. Tillable acres 47.6, crop productivity in-dex (CPI) 79.2. There are cur-rently approximately 13.7 acres enrolled in the CRP program on this parcel until 9-30-12 with av-erage payment of $120 per acre. The remaining acres are mostly mature woodland with a beautiful winding river. Wildlife lovers, you’ll want to take a look at this one.ParceL 2: Consisting of 183.24 acres, more or less, of Steele County’s productive farmland, Merton Township, Section 7. Tillable acres 176.2, crop productivity index (CPI) 89. There are 22.9 acres on the west line of this parcel enrolled in a CRP contract with total payment of $3067 per year until 2018. There will also be approxi-mately 10 acres of CRP on this parcel, located on the north-west end with a contract to expire on 9-30-12 with an approximate aver-age of $120 per acre payment.ParceL 3: Consisting of a 2+ bedroom home on five acres, more or less, kitchen, living + dining rooms, 1 1/2 baths, main floor util-ity, partial finished basement with family room, central air, vaulted ceiling in living room, patio door to large deck off the rear of house overlooking your own pond, submersible well, steel siding, at-tached single car garage with opener, located on a blacktop road. There are approximately three acres tillable on this parcel.
information from steele county fsa and swcd offices are the combination of all three parcels. corn base 141, corn direct + cc yield 121, soybean base 8.2, soybean direct + cc yield 31, wheat base 2.6, Wheat direct + cc yield 44. there are currently 46.6 acres total enrolled in the steele county crp program on parcels 1 + 2, which will be pro-rated to exact acres per parcels pending new buyers, see parcels 1+2 above for approximate figures.
For color aerial, soil & tile maps go to www.hollandauc-tion.com or for more information call Holland auction at 507-684-2955 or 507-456-5128.
reaL estate terMs: Successful bidder shall be required to pay $20,000 down (NON-REFUNDABLE) on Parcel 1, $40,000 down (NON-REFUNDABLE) on Parcel 2, $5,000 down (NON-REFUND-ABLE) on Parcel 3 and sign a purchase agreement immediately following the conclusion of the real estate auction. The balance shall be due on or before March 23, 2012. Bruce Mikeworth, attor-ney for real estate and handling all earnest monies. All information is believed to be correct, but is not guaranteed. Buyers shall rely on their own own information, judgment and inspection. Any verbal announcements day of auction takes precedence over print. NO BUYER'S FEE ON THIS AUCTION. cLerk Holland Auction Co.
ELLOUISE M. PARRISH - ESTATE 4124 69th St. NE, Medford, MN
oPen HouseWeDnesDaY, FeB. 15
12:00 to 1:30 P.M. anD tHursDaY, FeB. 16
4:00 to 5:30 P.M. or BY aPPointMent onLY - caLL HoLLanD auction
at (507) 684-2955
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259 Acres - Steele CountyEllouise M. Parrish Estate - Medford, MNProductive farmland, 5 acre building site with 2 + bedroom home. Merton Township, Sect. 7
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Saturday, March 3, 2012 Austin Eagles Club
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On October 23, three year old Landon Uthke was injured in a lawn tractor accident at his home. As a result of the accident, Landon’s left leg had to be amputated just above the knee.
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64 APTS., DUPLEXES FOR RENTNice Updated 2 Bedroom Apartment; Garage, water/sewer & garbage furnished. $450.00 per month, plus deposits. Call 507-373-5970.
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One bedroom downtown apartments for rent. Call Julie 507-456-1781 (agent). 07/28b00/09
FOR RENT: COUNTRYSIDE INN, 2102 E. MAIN ST., ALBERT LEA, MN FROM $175.00 PER/WK VERY CLEAN ROOMS, AAA 2 DIAMOND RATED. HIGH SPEED INTERNET, HBO / CABLE, BREAKFAST IN-CLUDED. NO DEPOSIT OR CREDIT CHECK. Call 888-373-1188 or 507-373-2446. tfn/15b00
One Bedroom Apartment with off street parking. No pets. References required. $375.00 per month plus deposit, utilities included. 507-383-9219.
66 HOUSE FOR RENT212 5TH AVE. S. Cozy one bedroom, one story. New carpet. Garage. Appliances included. $350.00 deposit. $375.00 rent. 391-0144.
EMMONS Spacious 4 BR home in at 231 Concord. Garage. Appliances included. $400.00 deposit. $495.00 rent. Application required. 391-0144.
Nice 3 Bedroom Home for rent: $550.00 plus utili-ties. New windows, bathroom, roof, furnace. Available February 1st! 507-440-4062.
Cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath House w/basement in Country near Clarks Grove. Garage includes wa-ter / sewer and appliances. $400.00 deposit, $450.00 rent plus utilities. No smoking or pets. Available May 1. Call 507-256-7288. 07/31p00/09
3 & 4 Bedroom Homes Available for Rent in Brice-lyn. Contact 507-525-2048. 07/28c00/09
114 LAKE Three bedroom two story home. Two baths. Main floor laundry. Garage. Appliances included. $400.00 deposit. $495.00 rent. Appli-cation required. 391-0144. 07/30p0009
68 BUSINESS SPACE FOR RENTFor Rent: 6,000 sq. ft. Steel Building 2.5 acres, 2 offices, 2 restroom. 606 W. 9th St., Albert Lea, MN. Call 507-567-2993 or 507-437-3700. tfn/14b00
Office Space for Rent close to Downtown Albert Lea. Office window faces Main St. 620 sq. ft. $450 per month. Off street parking. 507-383-9219.
Would you like to have your own Beauty Salon? 630 square feet of space for rent plumbed for 3 or 4 sinks. Previous salon. $400.00 per month. Off street parking. 507-383-9219. tfn/0e00
73 HOUSES FOR SALEALWAYS DREAMED OF LIVING IN THE COUNTY? Make Your Dream a Reality & Affordable! This 3 Bedroom House on 5 acres plus outbuildings is centrally located between Albert Lea & Mankato. PRICE REDUCED to $64,500.00 - This Acreage won't be around long! Call Now for a showing 507-383-9688. 03/28p00/08
TWIN HOMES FOR SALE: Owner is offering TERMS or TRADE. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath upscale homes that have been beautifully finished with attention to detail. Albert Lea Lake and I-35 exit close by. Priced at $175,000.00. Call 507-373-9586. KEN-NETH R. LELAND REALTY, INC. 07/33b00/09
House for by Owner: 3 bedroom, 2 baths, deck. Close to hospital & downtown. Call for more infor-mation. 507-373-5935. 06/28c00/08
For Sale: 1 bedroom House, garage, fenced backyard. Call 507-852-2810. 06/28c00/08
83 AUTOSFor Sale: 2001 Chevy Impala LD Sedan, silver, 47,766 miles, runs well, one owner. Interior is excel-lent, good tires. Great car! Asking $5,000.00. Call 507-383-6365 to see car. 06/30b00/08
NEED CASH? Wanted To Buy, Used Cars Under $1,000.00. Call 507-383-4430. tfn/14b00
WANTED: Cars, Trucks & Junk Cars $150.00 & up & up. Copper, Aluminum & Brass. Car Batteries. Call 507-318-0869 (Leave Message).
84 AUTO PARTS, EQUIPMENT, TIRESAluminum Wheels - Take offs as low as $100.00/set. FLAHERTY'S HI-TECH MOTORWERKS - Airport Rd. & Hi Tec Ave., Albert Lea. 507-373-2464.
88 PICKUPS, SUV'S & VANSFor Sale: '99 Dodge Dakota Pickup - Ext. cab, runs great! $3,400.00 OBO. Also: '99 Acura Integra Sporty - 2 door, great gas mileage. $2,300.00 OBO. Call 507-402-4743. 07/29p00/09
Truck for sale: Ford Ranger 1997 supercab, low mileage, excellant 4.0 Six cylindar engine, rhino liner, 4x4, black, power windows, good tires. 507-271-1982
52 PETSFREE to Good Home: Due to illness owner most give up 5 month old male Kitten w/ unique mark-ings. Has had all his shots & wormed. Call 507-373-4419. 07/10c00/07
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You can Help out our Furry Friends by Donating any of the following Items...Cat litter, medium lit-ter pans, hand sanitizer, bleach, lemon or orange Pine Sol, dish soap & laundry soap. To Donate items call the Freeborn County Humane Society @ 507-377-8501 Tuesdays & Thursdays 1PM to 4PM. tfn/0nc00
58 SPORTING GOODS, HUNTING, ETCGuns, Ammo, Powder & Primers. Open Monday - Saturday 9:00AM-5:00PM, or by Appointment call 507-373-0966, 1800 Oakwood Terrace, Albert Lea, MN. 06/28c00/08
RIFLES, SHOTGUNS, PISTOLS, New and Used. Buy - Sell - Trade. BILL’S GUN SHOP, Open Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 216 Independence, Clarks Grove, MN 56016, Phone 507-256-4870.
64 APTS., DUPLEXES FOR RENTFor Rent in Lake Mills. 1 bedroom Apartment, $260.00 includes appliances & heat, also 2 bed-room Unit w/basement $325.00, Deposit & Refer-ences required. Call 641-590-1593. 05/30c00/07
APARTMENT FOR RENT: 1 bedroom Apartment In Lake Mills, Iowa, $300.00/month. Ask for Scott at 641-592-0041 05/28b00/07
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14 LAWN, GARDEN & TREE SERVICETree Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding. Over 30 years experience. Call Jim Amarosa @ 507-256-4425. 07//55c00/12
23 SPECIAL SERVICESNEED HELP MOVING? The Household Movers – One Piece or Whole Home. 507-373-6434.
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26 FINANCIALSave money when you finance your home, vehi-cle, motorcycle, boat, camper, etc with Accentra Credit Union. To find out more call 800-533-0448 today or visitwww.accentracu.org. 07/0au00/12
27 FOOD PRODUCTS/PRODUCENORTHSTAR RANCH: All natural Pork - Grass fed Beef - Antibiotic Free - federally inspected. Lo-cally grown. Sold in packages or individual cuts. Call 507-383-7694. tfn/14b50
31 FLOOR COVERING & INSTALL.KARSJENS INSTALLATION - Installation of Carpet, Vinyl & Laminate. New Carpet Available. Re-stretch Existing Carpet. Cell 507-383-0708 Kent Karsjens Established 1989. tfn/14b50
36 HEATING UNITS, FIREWOOD ETC.LOWMAN'S OAK FIREWOOD - Seasoned 2 - 3 years, split & delivered $120.00. Call Steven 507-373-9316. 51/28p00/08
OAK FIREWOOD FOR SALE. FREE DELIVERY AUSTIN AND ALBERT LEA AREA ONLY. CALL 438-9181.
WOOD PELLETS SALE - Premium Softwood Pellets $215.00. per ton Full pallet price $4.75 by the bag. Len’s Wood Products…1/2 mile north of Oakland. 507-433-7807. 02/0au00/07
For Sale: Sawmill Slabs for Firewood. Work great for outdoor wood burners. $20.00 per bundle, Len's Wood Products - 507-433-7807. 1/2 mile North of Oakland. 07/0au00/09
37 GARAGE, MOVING SALESSALE: $1.00 Women's Tops, Sweaters, Jeans & Dresses. Also Store full to the brim with Kid's & Men's Clothes and Misc. Items. Well sorted great quality. WELLS CLOTHES CLOSEST THRIFT STORE, Tuesday & Friday, 11:00AM - 6:00PM, Wells, MN. Donations of items always needed! 07/32b00/09
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38 HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGSFurniture 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, sectionals 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 tfn/38b50
39 LAWN, SNOW, ETC. EQUIPMENTSTIHL Products in Stock - We're your Stihl Dealer. 507-448-3302 TRADING POST - Gordonsville. tfn/14b00
40 MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302 TRADING POST - Gordonsville. tfn/14b00
THIS AREA’S ONLY HUSQVARNA and STIHL CHAIN SAW DEALER. Chain Saw Sharpening starting at $4.00. See Mike at M & S OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT, Albert Lea, MN 507-377-7705. tfn/14b00
41 MISCELLANEOUS WANTEDWANTED: Cars, Trucks & Junk Cars $150.00 & up & up. Copper, Aluminum & Brass. Car Batteries. Call 507-318-0869 (Leave Message). 06/50p00x2/09
RECENTLY, Minnesota big ad motel buyers were trying to buy gold & silver for 30% - 40% less than Kuehl's Coins. Compare prices! Fairmont, 507-235-3886. 06/0au00/11
50 PET CARE, WALKING, ETC.STAYCATION PET CARE: Don't take your Pets to a Kennel. We come to you! Days or Evenings - Sev-en Days a Week. Also Enjoy a Cage Free Doggie Day Care 24 hour Supervised Environment. 5% of Profits go to the Humane Society. Six Years Experi-ence & References. Insured & Bonded. Visit our website at http://staycationpetcare.com or Like us on Facebook. Call 507-369-3116. tfn/15b00
Need someone to check in on your pets when you are gone for the day, a week or longer? CALL COUNTRY CARE PET SERVICE. We will come to your home as many times a day as needed. Many other services available. We’ve been in the Pet Care business since 1995. Call 507 826 3510 or email at [emailprotected] tfn/18b00
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Albert Lea ElementaryMon. 20: Presidents Day No SchoolTues. 21: BBQ chicken sandwich, egg salad sandwich, corn, cucumber slices w/dip, pearsWed. 22: WG pancakes w/syrup & eggs, ham & cheese sandwich, oven baked tator tots, apple, mandarin orangesThurs. 23: Penne pasta w/Italian meatsauce, tuna salad on wheat bread, green beans, mixed green salad, fruit cocktailFri. 24: Tony’s whole grain cheese pizza, chef salad w/egg & cheese, carrot coins celery stick w/lt. ranch, peaches
SouthwestMon. 20: Presidents Day No SchoolTues. 21: Beef taco WG flour tortilla, lettuce/tomato/cheddar cheese cup, southwest corn, black beansWed. 22: WG french toast sticks & scrambled eggs, syrup, baked tator
totsThurs. 23: Diced chicken served w/Alfredo sauce over WG rotini noodles, mixed veggies, garlic bread stickFri. 24: Battered pollock wedge, oven fried potatoes, seasoned green beans, dinner roll
St. Theodore’sMon. 20: Presidents Day No SchoolTues. 21: Hamburger on wheat bun, sun chips, peas & carrots, peachesWed. 22: Fish sticks, mashed potatoes w/butter, green beans, pineappleThurs. 23: Grilled chicken breast, brown rice, carrots & pears
FEBRUARY 20-24
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Albert Lea Family Y2021 W. Main St, Albert Lea, MN 56007373-8228 • www.ymcaal.org
“We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities for 96 years”Check out your Family Y program opportunities today
Health MarketFebruary is Heart Month! Celebrate by following these heart smart shopping tips to help reduce cardiovascular disease. Your heart will thank you! • Stay on the outside of the store (fresh produce, meat and fish
market are there!)• Stock up on fresh produce• Buy frozen fruits and vegetables• Choose low-fat and fat free dairy• Select lean meats• Eat fish twice a week• Grab the whole grainsTip by Alyssa Nelson, nutrition student at Mankato State University.
2708 N. bridge, Albert Lea, MN 507-377-2257 • Email: [emailprotected]
Amy’s Tip of the Week!
Amy PleimlingRegistered Dietitian
...helping us stay fit and healthy...To Better Serve Our Customers, Curt’s Pharmacy is NOw OPeN 7 DayS a week!
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FARMERS: take advantage of the federal Bonus Depreciation incentive for 2012! See your sales consultant for details and get a quality building at a fair price!
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Built on your level site, subject to local building codes, snowload requirements, crew travel in some areas and prices are subject to change without notice. Delivery not included. Mn Lic #BC048615
We’re taking orders for Spring construction!
Steve Schwebke, FairmontDavid Baldner
Support Your Favorite StarsDancing with the Freeborn County Stars
Saturday, March 17th Albert Lea High School
The_Freeborn_County_Stars_are_working_on_their_fancy_footwork_to_raise_money_for_the_Freeborn_County_Red_Cross.__The_6th_Annual_Dancing_with_the_Freeborn_County_Stars_will_be_Saturday, March 17, 2012. Your evening will be filled with style and magic by this year’s dancers: Melanie Bloom and Rusty Dawkins; Angie and Seth Stadheim; Mary and Nathan Johnson; Mary Nelson and LaMar Staloch; Dr Tom and Linda Lang; Haley Allen and Sergio Chavez; Roxanne Ehrich and Roger Zeman; Kristen Dulas and Bryce Nelson. The_dancers_are_vying_for_awards_in_three_categories_–_Top_Fundraisers_Award,_Audience_Choice_Award and the Star Award, which combines judges’ scores and the money attendees put in fishbowls that_night.__To_support_your_favorite_dancers_please_send_your_check_to_American_Red_Cross,_Free-born County Chapter, 1608 West Fountain Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007, give directly to your dancers or put in the fishbowl at the event.We_are_continuing_the_very_popular_silent_auction_along_with the event. You’ll be able to shop as you enjoy refresh-ments in the commons area of the Albert Lea High School during_the_intermission.__Tickets_for_this_fantastic_evening_are_on_sale_now._General_admission tickets will be on sale for $10 at Hy-Vee, Ben’s Floral and Frame Designs and the Convention & Visitors Bureau. Reserved seating tickets ($15 or $20) will be avail-able only at the Red Cross office, 1608 West Fountain Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007.The_money_raised_will_be_used_to_provide_Red_Cross_services_to_the_residents_of_Freeborn_County.____For_more_information_about_the_Dancing_with_the_Freeborn_County_Stars_event_or_about the American Red Cross please call us at 507-373-4544 or_visit_us_on_the_web_at_www.redcrosstc.org.__
The_American_Red_Cross_shelters,_feeds_and_provides_emotional_support_to_victims_of_disasters;_supplies_nearly_half_of_the_nation's_blood;_teaches_lifesaving_skills;_provides_international_humanitarian_aid;_and_supports_military_members_and_their_families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity_of_the_American_public_to_perform_its_mission._For_more_information,_please_visit_www.redcross.org_or_join_our_blog at http://blog.redcross.org
Thank YouWe would like to thank all of our family and friends for their support and memorials during the illness and death of our mother, Dolores. We would like to especially thank the medical staff at Mayo Health Systems, staff and residents at Thornecrest, staff at First Lutheran Church, Jackie Sletten, and staff at Bonnerup’s Funeral Home.
Family of Dolores KopsengHEADQUARTERS FOR ENERGY-SAVING
Baldor® Farm Duty Motors
Industrial quality motors specially designed for farm duty. Extra high torque designs through 15 H.P. Capacitor start and repulsion induction types. Totally enclosed, fan-cooled with gasketted conduit boxes. From stock. Other farm duty motors include instant reversing and replacement universal crop dryer motors - from stock.
RETAIL - WHOLESALE • Motor Rewinding • Electric Motors • Bearings • Belts • Sprockets • Seats • Hydraulic Hose • Roller Chains
ElEctric Motor & BEaring SErvicE
1401 West 9th St., Albert Lea, MN24 HOUR SERVICE CALL 377-0032
Don’t bolt it, when you can weld it!• Retail Steel Sales • Welding Repair
• Huber Welding Supplies
507-373-53151126 S. Broadway, Albert Lea
Albert LeaSTEEL, INCSERVICE CENTER
Painting • Chimney RepairsCarpentry • Tree Trimming
Painting
Tom WentzlerAlbert Lea
507-369-4804In Business Since 1973
Memorials with Innovation & Distinction1006 S. Broadway Albert LeaVisit Our Showroom or Call
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04 LOST AND FOUNDLOST: Charm Bracelet w/ 16 plus Beads & Charms. Reward! Call 507-369-5640. tfn/0e00
05 NOTICESGuns, Ammo, Powder & Primers. Open Monday - Saturday 9:00AM-5:00PM, or by Appointment call 507-373-0966, 1800 Oakwood Terrace, Albert Lea, MN. 06/28c00/08
4th Annual Rod & Gun Club TEXAS HOLD'em TOURNAMENT on Saturday, February 18th!! Held at Travel Lanes LeRoy, MN with *Raffles, *Silent Auction & *Gun Raffle Drawing, and Snacks, Lunch available, cash bar. Doors Open at 11:00 A.M. Games Start at 1:00 P.M. Payback based on 32 Player Tournament, 1st Place: $200.00, 2nd Place: 100.00, 3rd Place: 50.00. LEROY ROD AND GUN CLUB. 07/0au00/07
10 APPLIANCE REPAIRON THE SPOT APPLIANCE SERVICE will Repair most Household Appliances & Commercial Cooking Products. 29 Years Experience, Reasonable Rates. Call Orrin Mortensen at 507-256-8099 ANY-TIME. tfn/44b50
11 BUILDING AND REMODELINGFor all your Home Maintenance/Repairs/Lawn Care call ROBERT NESSET CONSTRUCTION 507-383-7693. License# BC635495. tfn/14b00
Roofing, Remodeling or New Construction. Con-crete Work - Driveways, Sidewalks, Etc. - No job too BIG or too small. 31 years experience, Li-censed & Insured. ARNOLD'S CONSTRUCTION 507-383-1345 or 507-377-3538. tfn/15b00
13 HOUSE & BUSINESS CLEANINGI can come clean your home for you, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. Have experience. If interested call Peggy 218-522-0825 or 507-377-0566.
14 LAWN, GARDEN & TREE SERVICEPETERSON TREE SERVICE - Trimming/Removal, Lot/Grove Clearing, Stump Chipping, Licensed & In-sured. ISA Certified Arborist. Over 45 yrs. com-bined experience. We work all year round. FREE Estimates. 507-373-1171 or 800-795-1216 or email [emailprotected] tfn/29b00
B&B LAWN SERVICE: Mowing, Thatching, Bush Trimming, Garden Tilling, Landscaping, Brush Re-moval, Leaf Clean Up. Call Brad 507-377-0947 or 507-383-3628. Insured. tfn/14b00
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HEALTH:
CANADA DRUG CENTER IS YOUR CHOICE FOR SAFE AND AFFORDABLE MEDICATIONS. Our licensed Cana-dian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90 percent on all your medication needs. Call Today 888-485-1568 for $25.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. (MFPA)
ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE Talk-ing Meter and diabetic testing supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, this meter elimi-nates painful finger pricking! Call 888-441-2313
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HEAT YOUR HOME FOR 5¢ AN HOUR! Portable infrared iHeater heats 1000 sq. ft. Slashes your heating bills by 50%. FREE Shipping too! Use claim code 6239 WAS $499 NOW $279 Call 1-877-354-2808 (MFPA)
DISH Network. Starting at $19.99/month PLUS 30 Premi-um Movie Channels FREE for 3 Months! SAVE! & Ask About SAME DAY Installation! CALL 888-379-7065
SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. WIN or Pay Noth-ing! Start Your Application In Under 60 Seconds. Call Today! Contact Disability Group, Inc. Licensed Attor-neys & BBB Accredited. Call 888-819-3552 (MFPA)
ATTENTION SLEEP APNEA SUFFERERS with Medicare. Get FREE CPAP Replacement Supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, prevent red skin sores and bacterial infection! Call 888-859-7796 (MFPA)
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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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Dining and Entertainment
Saturday, Feb. 25
Menu: Stuffed Pork Chop Dinner
$15 Per Person
Tickets on Sale at Albert Lea Eagles Club
205 W. William373-1162
Let Us Help You Make Your Wedding Reception PERFECT!Tribute Dinner Show
Performances by Bill Dewey as Johnny Cash& the DC Drifters
Winter BBQ Wed. Feb 15, 2012
First Luthern Church, 301 W Clark St, AL5:00 pm - 7:30 pm cost $7Menu: Hamburgers • Hot Dogs • Baked Beans • Chips • Bars • Lemonade • Coffee • Water
All proceeds help support the 22 youth and 5 adults going to the ELCA National Youth Gathering in New Orleans, LA July 2012
373-1447
Fat Tuesday Celebration
Tuesday, Feb. 21Serving 4:30-7:00
Shrimp Boil, Chili, Gumbo and the
Famous King Cakefor Dessert - $8.00
Knights of Columbus
1002 S. Broadway, Albert Lea
Second Annual
$100 OffAny 24 Pack Cans of Beer
Expires 2/28/12
COUPON
15% OffAny Bottle or Box of Wine
Expires 2/28/12
COUPON
1617 West Main St, Albert Lea379-2364
Albert leA FFA Alumni
AnnuAl All-member
meeting
February 19, 201211 AM – 1 PM
fairlane BuildingFreeborn Co. Fairgrounds, Albert Lea
The Albert Lea FFA Alumni Board of Directors would like to invite you to our annual All-Member Meeting.
Join us at the Fairlane Building on the Fairgrounds for soup and desserts.
We will review the year’s successes, have membership renewals available, and share our ideas for 2012. Speaking of which, we can always use your idea! Contact any board member to share your ideas, thoughts, or creative solutions for sponsorship, education, and fundraising.
Together, we can achieve great things and help the Albert Lea FFA Chapter out!
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Also BuyingAluminum,
(NO AlUMINUM CANS) Brass & Copper
HINKLEY Chevrolet, BuickHwy. 109, Wells, MN • Phone: 553-3121 • Toll Free 1-800-788-6442
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 am to 6 pm, Sat. 8 am to 3 pm • View a Picture of Our Vehicles at www.hinkleychevrolet.com
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe LT4x4, 5.3 V-8, 15 MPG City/21 MPG Hwy, trade-in, power driver seat, CD, towing package, 148,000 miles
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Freeborn Area Cancer AuctionWe would like to thank everyone that donated, purchased and
worked towards another great year!
3rd Annual Fighting for a Cure One Page at a Time
Saturday, march 10, 20128:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
first Baptist Church, Clarks Grove MNCost: $40.00* Price Includes: *Free T-shirt with early registration
• 15 Hours of Scrapbooking Time • Silent Auction• Garage Sale • Meals, Water and Coffee
Proceeds go to freeborn area Cancer auction - for More information:Missy Ladlie 507-219-7280 [emailprotected] Attig 507-391-7110 [emailprotected]
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Soup & Pie SupperVegetable Beef • Chili • Baked Potato • Wild Rice
Wednesday, Feb. 15th 4-7 pmCrossroads Church
3402 Hoeger Lane, Albert Lea, MN
Proceeds to benefit students attending youth ministry conference in New Orleans along with 10% going back to the
community through the Backpack Program
Adults: $7Children (5-10): $3.50
Children Under 5: FREEEveryone is welcome!Handicap Accessible
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BECKER AUTO SALES
'11 Kawasaki 750 EFI Brute Force, 190 miles, one owner, with Moose Snow Plow ...................................................... $7,100
‘09 Chevy HD Ext Cab LT, 6.0, auto, 4x4, loaded, 79k .. $24,995'08 F350 Crew Cab Lariet V10 4x4, 117k ...................... $23,995‘08 F250 XLT Ext Cab, long box, 5.4 V8, auto, 4x4, 63k $22,995'08 F250 Ext cab, 5.4 XLT, Auto, short box, 4x4, 71k .... $20,995‘08 Nissan Versa S 1.8 auto 4door 66k ........................... $9,995'06 Colbalt 2-Dr, Auto, 79k ............................................... $7,995‘06 Chevy Crew Cab LT 6.6 Diesel Short box, 4x4, 117k $23,995‘06 F150 Supercrew XLT, 5.4 V-8, 4x4, 61k ................... $19,995‘05 Ford Ext.Cab XLT 5.4 V-8, 4x4, 111k ........................$11,995'05 Chev 2500 LS, crew cab, 6.0, V8, 4x4, 114k ........... $16,995'05 Chrysler Town Country, Touring, Stow n Go 96k ........ $8,995'04 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP, 4 Dr., 3.8, leather roof ........ $8,995'04 Chevy Ext. Cab LS, 5.3 V8, 113k, 4x4, cloth ........... $12,995'04 Chevy Tahoe LT, leather, sunroof, DVD, 4x4, 110k .. $13,995'04 Chevy Reg. Cab 5.3, long box, 4x4, 114k .................. $9,995'04 Chevy 1500 Extcab LT Z71, 4x4, 5.3, 103k ............. $13,995‘04 F-250 XLT 4x4 off road Crewcab 5.4 V8 130k ......... $13,995‘04 Trailblazer Ext. LS 4.2 V6 4x4, 3rd Seat, 95k ............ $9,995‘04 Chevy Ext Cab 1500 LS 5.3, 4x4, 150k, clean ........ $10,500‘04 Chevy 2500 HD Ext. Cab, 6.0 V-8, auto., 4x4, 134k,
sunroof ...................................................................... $12,995‘03 Chevy 1500 HD Crew Cab 6.0 V-8, 4x4, 157k......... $10,995'03 Nissan Maxima SE V6, auto., sun roof, 89k............... $7,995‘03 Blazer LS 4.3 V6 4x4, 119k ........................................ $6,995'03 Chevy S10 Crew Cab 4.3 V-6, auto., 4x4, 134k ........ $8,995'02 Pontiac Grand Prix SE, V6, auto., 131k ..................... $4,995'02 F250 XLT Reg. Cab 7.3 Diesel 6 spd., 114k 4x4 ..... $15,995‘02 Chevy 1500 HD crew cab LT Z71, 4x4, 126k ...........$11,995‘02 Chevy Monte Carlo SS, 3.8 V-6, auto., leather,
sunroof, 102k .............................................................. $7,495'01 Chevy S-10 LS, 2.2, 5 speed 2wd, 136k .................... $4,500‘01 KIA Sportage, 4x4, 5 speed ....................................... $2,995‘01 Ford Excursion V-10, 4x4, leather, 99k ...................... $9,995'00 GMC Ext Cab Sonoma 2.2 Auto., 81k, 2WD.............. $5,995'00 S-10 Ext. Cab 2 WD, V6, auto., 114k ......................... $4,995'00 F350 Lariet Crew Cab 7.3 Diesel auto., 156k, 4x4 .. $13,995'99 F250 XLT Reg. Cab V10 4x4, 62k, long box .............. $9,995‘99 Chevy 1500 LS Z71 Extcab, 5.3, V8, 4x4 154k ......... $6,995'99 Olds Bravada AWD, New Tires, 151k ......................... $3,995‘99 Lincoln Town Car, V8, leather, 84k ............................. $6,995'96 F350 XLT Reg Cab, 7.3 powerstroke, auto, 2WD, 131k .$6,995‘95 F250 V8, 4x4, Reg. Cab ............................................. $2,995‘94 Lincoln Towncar, V8, leather, nice shape, 156k ......... $2,500‘90 Chevy 1500 SS 454, reg cab, 92k ............................. $9,500‘84 Chevy 1500 Reg Cab 305, V8, 2wd 166k .................. $2,995‘64 International Carry All Ambulance, V8, 4x4, 6100 mi . $6,500‘00 Polaris RMK 800 136’’ rebuilt motor .......................... $1,995‘97 XCR 600 Triple, new seat, runs great ........................ $1,200‘96 XLT 600 Triple Wife's Sled ......................................... $1,200
Thank You
THE SHOPPER110 Pearl St., Box 1108, Albert Lea, MN 56007 • Phone 507/373-1310 [emailprotected]
FreebornCounty
It’s that time of year when days are shorter and winter weather is approaching.
Please Remember:Delivery might be later than it has been.Keep your sidewalks/driveways clear.Monitor your petsService your tubes or boxes.
Friday, Feb. 17th Serving 6:00-7:30 pmSteak, Chicken, Shrimp, Fish
RAHK Karaoke - 7:30 pmSaturday, Feb. 18th Lunch Noon Till GoneHockey Burger Basket Fundraiser serving 5 -7pm
Entertainment TBA 7:00 pm
Every Tuesday Bar BingoStarts 6:30 pm
Food Available
Wednesdays6:00-7:30 pmAll Baskets
$6.00(Excludes Specials)
ThursdayLunch
11:30 am-1:00 pmBurger Basket
& Special
Albert Lea Lodge #1703
MOOSE1623 W. Main. St., Skyline Plaza
Mon.-Fri. Noon to Close, Sat. 10:30 am to Close, Sun. Noon-6 pm
Omelet BreakfastSunday • Feb. 19th • $8.00
8:00 am-1:00 pmMade to Order Omelets, Sausage, Bacon,
Potatoes, Toast, Juice & Coffee
AUTO SALESCall 507-373-1005
2517 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN
~ 2005 MODELS ~'05 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab SLT, 4x4, V8,
110k ............................................................$12,500'05 Chrysler Town & Country Limited, loaded,
DVD, 120k ....................................................$9,995'05 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT, 99k ..............$8,495'05 Mercury Mountaineer Premier, 4x4, loaded,
DVD, 83k ....................................................$12,900'05 Dodge Stratus SXT, 4 cyl., 48k .................$8,995'05 Hummer H2, fully loaded, 4x4, 103k .....$19,900'05 Chrysler Pacifica 4x4, loaded, 120k ........$9,995'05 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3800 V6 ....................$7,995'05 Dodge Grand Caravan, nicely equipped,
133k ..............................................................$5,995'05 Dodge Ram Crew Cab, 4x4, 4 new tires,
91k ..............................................................$12,900
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Hy-VeeWine & spirits
Open Mon.-Thurs. 8 to 8, Fri. & Sat. 8 to 10
Ad Good Wednesday, Feb. 15 thru Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012
Next to Hy-Vee 2708 N. Bridge, Albert Lea 377-1489
THIS WEEK’S HY-VEE POP SPECIALSAQUAFINA
WATER24 PACK .5 LITER
$399LIpTONIcE TEA
12 pAck .5 LITER
$599ALL VARIETIES
pEpSI pRODUcTS2 LITER BTLS.
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Bud,Bud Light,Bud Select
24 PACK CAns
$1775
FoundingFather’s
24 PACK boTTLEs
$1079
coorsLight
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$1889
karkovVodka1.75 LITER
$1159
Hess Select chardonnay
750 mL
$849Robert
MondaviALL vARIETIEs 750 mL
$899Sutter Home
Bubbly Moscato750 mL
$799Beringer Moscato
750 mL
$399from the wine
cellar
BacardiRum
LITER
$1299
E&JBrandy
1.75 LITER
$1859
Taste of Winter Recipe Contest Entry BlankE-Mail Your Recipe to [emailprotected] Address: The Freeborn Co. Shopper, 110 Pearl St., P.O. Box 1108, Albert Lea, MN 56007Contest deadline February 17, 2012 - Must have name, address & phone number on each entry.
Must have name, address & phone number on each recipe entered.
Name __________________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________
Phone __________________________________________________________________
Be a part of our 14th Annual
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Trees & shrubs for spring planTing
• Farmstead Windbreaks• Field Windbreaks
• Wildlife Habitat Plantings• Plantings for Aesthetics
freeborn Co. sWCD offers assistance with:
• Variety Selection• Planting Plans• Planter Rentals
• Tree Care ProductsCall or visit our office to obtain a 2012
price list and order form
ag. service Center building1400 W. Main, Albert Lea, MN
phone 373-5607 ext. 3For best selection order by Feb. 29th.
www.freebornswcd.org
Lawn & GardenAppliancesTelevisions
2722 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea377-2500
Hours: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-6, Sun. Noon-5
Tools
Going Farther On A Gallon Of GasAs much as we'd like to hope, lower gas prices aren't likely here to stay. but with prices lower than they have been in awhile-and especially when they really start to rise again-here are some tips to help you save gas.
Gettin' In TuneKeeping your car in proper running condition is vital to getting good gas mileage and saving money, so make sure your engine is tuned up. Especially crucial under
the hood are the spark plugs. Are they firing correctly? one that isn't can cost you as much as 30% in fuel efficiency. All thumbs? You can still replace your own air filter and improve your gas mileage up to 10%. Check the filter periodically for the things that can clog it-dirt, dust, bugs, etc.-and change it according to your owner's manual guidelines.
pump 'Em Upmake sure your tires are inflated to the proper air pressure indicated in your owner's manual.
Underinflated tires can wreak havoc on three fronts-they rob you of precious gas mileage (up to 15%), they wear out faster than properly inflated tires and they can cause an accident. Do the math. If you're getting 20 miles to the gallon on underinflated tires, you can pos-sibly bump that to 23 with the proper pressure. If your gas tank holds 15 gallons and you get three extra miles a gallon, that's 45 miles per fillup. If you fill up once a week, that's 2,340 additional miles a year you're getting. buy a quality tire gauge and check your tire pressure once a month.
Get Your Car In Shape with the Help of These Businesses
OIL CHANGE
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only…
• Change Oil & Filter (Up to 5 qts.)• 60 pt. vehicle inspection• Most Vehicles • Expires 3/16/12
See us for all your auto service needs.
810 E. MAIN STREET • ALBERT LEA, MN
Collins
Auto
Repair
507-377-0585
COUPON
FREESilver car Wash with the purchase of 8 gallons of gas or more - $7.00 Value
1 COUPON PER CUSTOMER • OFFER GOOD THRU FEb. 21, 2012 • OLE'S EASTSIDE SHELL, 2222 E. MAIN, ALbERT LEA.
cOUpON
OLE’S EASTSIDE SHELL2222 e. Main • albert lea • 373-5000
we love our customers!treat your car to a SILVER WASH
exclusively at Tire & service Network locations with a Purchase of 4 select Goodyear® or dunlop® Tires
on Your Goodyear Credit Card*
505 E. Main, Albert Lea373-0636
*Subject to credit approval. Offer valid thru Feb. 29, 2012. One mail in rebate check per qualifying purchase. See store for details.
GEt Up to A$160 REbAtE on tiREs!
507•373-2676Kevin Marshall, Owner Certified Installer
Toll-Free 877-874-0066For All Your Auto Glass Needs...Because it Does Matter!
Take Advantage of ourFree Mobile Service
• We come to you• Over 15 years experience
• NGA CertifiedQuality Parts & Personal Service
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Ask about Flaherty’s Lay-Away Plan!!Custom Wheels • Tires • suspension • Exhaust
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Airport Rd. & Hi-Tec Ave. | Albert Lea , MN | 507-373-2464
226 East Clark St. Albert Lea, MN
Full Service Auto & Light Truck Repair
507-377-2099
ENGINES •TRANSMISSIONS • BRAKES • EXHAUSTTIRES • DIAGNOSTICS • ELECTRIC
Ken’s Service
SaleSevent!
Sale ends Feb. 18th!Don't Miss your
chance to Save Big on these Top Quality
Wix Filters!Motor Supply
Company1651 Olsen Dr., Albert Lea
507-373-3981Mon.-Fri. 7:30 am-5:30 pm, Sat. 8:00 am-1:00 pm
speCial offers!save $5
on exact fit Wiper bladessave $10
on bosch iCon Wiper bladessave $20
on herculiner brush on bed liner Kitlucas fuel injector Cleaner only $5.99
Stop in and pick up a Full Sales Flyer*see store for details
1902 East Main, Albert Lea, MN
507-373-3944
www.karlscarquest.com
KARL’S CARQUEST AUTO PARTS
locally owned & operated for over 25 Years
Per Pair after Mail - In Rebate*
Per Pair after Mail - In Rebate*
After Mail - In Rebate*
2527 Bridge Ave. Albert Lea SALES & SERVICE: 507-373-5275
www.VernEideChevy.com
WILDCARD$20 oFFWITH $100 OR MORE
ON PARTSOR SERVICE
Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2/29/12.
(up to 5 qts.)
No Appointment
Needed
OIL CHANGELUBE • OIL • FILTER
$1995INCLUDES VEHICLE INSPECTION
AND TOP OFF FLUIDSSynthetic oil, synthetic blends & diesel
engines extra.
Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2/29/12.
ShopperShopperVolume 38, No. 7 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
A SouTherN MiNNeSoTA ShopperS publicATioN110 peArl STreeT • p.o. box 1108 • AlberT leA, MN 56007 • phoNe 507-373-1310
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open for lunch 7 Days a WeekStarting at 11 amDelicious Varieties ofSalaDS, SanDWicheSanD SoupS2200 W. 9th St. Albert Lea(507) 373-2007
Medallion HuntFind the Chamber of Commerce Medallion
AND WIN $300 IN CHAMBER BUCKS!Monday, Feb 13th - Saturday, Feb 18th
Get your clues in the Albert Lea Tribune.
Take a Kid Ice Fishing FREE EVENT! 9-12 P.M.
Edgewater Park shoreline on Fountain Lake. First 150 kids receive a free jigging stick & bucket. Holes will be drilled and
bait is provided. For more info contact, Lance:
[emailprotected] or go online to FLSC website to register.
Chili Cookoff The Albert Lea Jaycees need contestants!
Bring a nonperishable food item. $10 to enter the contest please contact,
Brady Gooden: (507) 383-7617Over $100 in prizes for the winner! $3 PER SPOON TO BE A JUDGE.
12-3 p.m. at the new pavilion.
Skydiving/Tandem Jump Make a $50 deposit to take the other type
of polar plunge with Southern MN Skydiving, LLC.
APPOINTMENTS FROM 10-5 P.M. Call Bryce to make an appt: (507) 383-9377
Family Geocaching EventTake part in this
fun family geocaching event. Sign up at the new pavilion, 1-2 p.m.!
Softball Tourney9-5 p.m. fields on Fountain Lake by
Edgewater Park. Three game guarantee.
$100 entry fee per team - 8 team max. WINNERS RECEIVE CASH PAYOUTS!
Registration required by Feb 3rd. Registration forms available online at
www.bigfreeze.orgRules/requirements also available online.
Snowshoe Shuffle 5k For beginners and experienced shufflers!
11 A.M. START AT THE NEW PAVILION.
Register online or 10 a.m. day of the race.Must bring a nonperishable food item.
Racers will receive door prizes!
Polar Plunge Albert Lea Fire Dept. challenges you.
Must bring a nonperishable food item. BEGINNING 2 P.M.
UNTIL LAST JUMPER. Shoreline in front of the new pavilion. Jumpers receive a participation medal!
Kids Winter Carnival Albert Lea Park & Rec Kids Carnival at the
NEW EDGEWATER PAVILION 1-4 P.M. Giant Jenga, snow golf, obstacle
course & games!
Snowmobile Radar Runs 12-3 P.M. FOUNTAIN LAKE $5 PER RUN.
Timed by the MN Snowmobile Club.
Disc Golf Ice Bowl 1 p.m. tee-off at Edgewater Park.
Must bring 5 nonperishable food item. $250 in prizes 1st - 7th places
donated by Nancy Vanderwaerdt State Farm Insurance.
COURSE WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Sleigh RidesBring a nonperishable food item. 1-4 p.m.
Starting at the new pavilion.
Presented By The Big Freeze Committee of Albert Lea, MN • www.bigfreeze.org • 507-373-2316
Edgewater Bay PavilionFountain Lake, Albert Lea
Saturday, February 18, 2012
ICE PARTy Saturday Night
Live Performance Saturday Night
at the Edgewater Bay Pavilion! Bring a nonperishable food item! $3 suggested donation at the door!
RIPTIDE AND INDISCREPANCy
5-7 p.m.
BAD MONKEy 7-11 p.m.
Beverage Services by Geneva Bar!
Albert Lea Family Y2021 W. Main St, Albert Lea, MN 56007373-8228 • www.ymcaal.org
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• New Construction • Additions & Remodels • Kitchen & Bathroom
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COUNTRY TACK WESTERN STORE
119 S. Broadway, Albert Lea 377-7943Tues.-Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-3,
Closed Sun. & Mon.
$1295
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2306 E. Main St., Albert Lea507-373-6471
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