PROBATE COURTDISTRICT COURT—COUNTY COURTPROBATE DIVISIONORDER AND NOTICE OF HEARING FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE IN SUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION AND NOTICE TO CREDITORSSTATE OF MINNESOTACOUNTY OF ROCKIn Re: Estate ofLee Roy Rupp DeceasedTO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS:It is Ordered and Notice is hereby given that on the 12th day of June, 2006, at 3:30 O’clock P.M., a hearing will be held in the above named Court at Rock County Courthouse, Luverne, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the will of the above named deceased dated December 17, 1991, and for the appointment of Patricia L. Glade and Charles B. Rupp, whose addresses are 133 E. Glencrest Drive, Mankato, MN 56001 and 8460 Rogue Lane, Wilsonville, OR 97070, respectively, as personal representatives of the estate of the above named decedent in supervised administration, and that any objections thereto must be filed with the Court. That, if proper, and no objections are filed, said personal representatives will be appointed to administer the estate, to collect all assets, pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, and sell real and personal property, and do all necessary acts for the estate. Upon completion of the administration, the representative shall file a final account for the allowance and shall distribute the estate to the persons thereto entitled as ordered by the Court, and close the estate. Notice is further given that ALL CREDITORS having claims against said estate are required to present the same to said personal representatives or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this notice or said claims will be barred. Dated: May 8, 2006 /s/Timothy K. ConnellDistrict Court Judge/s/ Douglas E. Eisma /s/Douglas E. Eisma Sandra L. VrtacnikAttorney for Petitioner Court AdministratorEisma and Eisma130 East Main, Box 625Luverne, MN 56156(507) 283-4828I.D. #158343(5-11, 5-18)

REQUEST FOR BIDSLUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOLSLuverne School District is requesting bids for the 2006 re-roofing project of the Luverne Middle/High School, Luverne, Minnesota. Bids will be received by Independent School District No. 2184 until 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at the office of the Superintendent of Schools, Luverne, Minnesota.Bids will be opened publicly and read aloud at the above time and place. Bids received after 1:30 p.m. will be returned unopened. Envelopes containing bids must be sealed, marked on the lower left-hand corner "Sealed Bid Enclosed – Roofing" with the name and address of the bidder and the date and hour of the opening and addressed to: Superintendent of Schools Independent School District No. 2184 709 North Kniss Luverne, MN 56156Each bidder must accompany his bid with a Cashier’s Check, Bid Bond or Certified Check equal to 5 percent of the amount of the bid payable to the Owner as a guarantee of prompt execution of the Contract in accordance with the Proposal and Contract Documents and that he will furnish bond acceptable to the Owner covering performance of the Contract. Copies of the plans are on file in the District Office. Bids may not be withdrawn within thirty days after the scheduled closing time for receiving bids. The Independent School District No. 2184, Luverne, Minnesota, reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities in bids. Cary Radisewitz, Ed.D.Clerk(5-11, 5-18)

Notice is hereby given that the Southwest Minnesota Workforce Council, the local agency responsible for coordinating the public workforce investment system, is providing the public with an opportunity to review and comment on the Local Workforce Plan, which covers the period July 1, 2006, through June 30, 2007.If you are interested in reviewing and commenting on the Southwest Minnesota Local Integration Plan for WIA Titles, I, II, III, IV, FSET, SCSEP and MFIP, you may do so from May 26, 2006, through June 26, 2006. Contact Wanda at 507-537-6987 to obtain a copy.Comments must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2006. Comments are to be submitted via mail, e-mail, or fax to: Juanita Lauritsen 607 West Main Street Lyon County Government Center Marshall, MN 56258 507-537-6987 (Phone) 507-537-6997 (Fax) Juanita.Lauritsen@state.mn.us(5-11)

NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTSMinnesota Rule 7020.2000, subp. 4NOTICE OF APPLICATIONFORLIVESTOCK FEEDLOT PERMITNotice is hereby given per Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 215, that Overgaard Pork, has made application to the County of Rock, for a permit to construct a feedlot with a capacity of 500 animal units or more. The proposed feedlot will be located in the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of section 21 in Magnolia Township, Rock County, Minnesota. The proposed facility consists of a 101’x240’ total confinement barn to house 3000 head of swine between 55 and 300 pounds. Using 0.3 animal units per head, total animal units are 900. The building shall have an 101’x240’x8’ poured reinforced concrete pit for manure storage. The total animal unit capacity will be 900.This publication shall constitute as notice to each resident and each owner of real property within 5,000 feet of the perimeter of the proposed feedlot as required by Minnesota State Law.A public information meeting will be held on May 15, 2006, at 8:50 p.m., at the Rock County Family Services Building to allow for questions. (5-11)

10 years ago (1996)
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is cracking down on local governments to enforce septic system laws. Almost 70 percent of all individual septic systems drain untreated sewage from private homes into cesspools and open road ditches. The state says that the systems can continue operating as they are until they are improved or replaced.
Rock County alfalfa fields are suffering from winter kill and injury. 25 years ago (1981)
Erma Schubbe, teacher of the year for the Hills-Beaver Creek School District, has had lots of experience juggling schedules and keeping everyone happy.
Hosts for this year’s tour of homes are Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hendricksen, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Hoyme, Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Huiskes, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Melgaard and Mr. and Mrs. Wally Skoglund. Proceeds will go to Child Abuse and the Ataxia Foundation.50 years ago (1956)
Safecrackers took $1,600 from Kenney’s Market safe Friday night.
A strict crack-down on careless driving high school students was ordered by mayor Warren E. Schoon last week upon request of the school board and school officials. Luverne police have been ordered to institute a strict campaign against all violators of speeding and reckless driving laws.75 years ago (1931)
The total enrollment in the spring classes for beginners in the Luverne public schools is now forty-four, ten more children having been added the latter part of the first week of classes, preceding the spring vacation.
There is a touch of early day sportsmanship in the announcement made Wednesday at Sioux Falls that a coyote hunt will be held Sunday afternoon by farmers residing in the territory east of Sioux Falls, bounded on the east and the north by the Sioux River, on the south by highway No. 38, and on the west by a line running directly north from the Linden school to the Brandon road, with the center between Austin Iverson and Ray Williams homes. Rabbits, it is explained, may confront the hunters with fearless impudence.100 years ago (1906)
P.N. Gillham has secured the contract from the board of supervisors of Martin Township for the construction of a new bridge across the creek west of Bruce. The bridge will have a 50-foot span.
Agent Geo. S. Bell, of the Omaha, received notice yesterday that the run of the Doon train from Luverne to Worthington will be discontinued Sunday until further notice. This action is taken on account of the coal strike.

By Lori EhdeBack by popular demand, Sioux Valley Luverne Medical Center is sponsoring a Spring Music Gala Saturday to benefit Children’s Miracle Network.The theme this year is "Dancing with the Hospital Stars," and the lineup of entertainment will feature music and comedy by local physicians and staff. Sue Sandbulte, service excellence representative for Sioux Valley Luverne Hospital, is again in charge of organizing the event."There will be dancing, singing, comedy and creative expression," Sandbulte said. "Hospital staff, physicians and people in the medical field will be involved."For examples Nova and Don Holbeck will dance a waltz and jitterbug. "They taught dancing in the community for many years and this will be a treat," Sandbulte said. A group of nurses will be singing, as will Dr. Joshua Crabtree and his wife, Emily. "Their performance last year was fantastic," Sandbulte said of the Crabtrees."Did I forget to mention those fabulous doctors who performed last year? They will be back again this year … dancing." They won’t be dancing alone, however. They have a special guest who will appear live for the first time on stage, Sandbulte said. "Don’t miss it."New this year will be Dave Knips tickling the ivories. "Instead of putting you to sleep, you just might want to fasten your seatbelt!" Sandbulte said.Comedy is a big part of the Gala also, Sandbulte said. "Lanette Elbers and Stacy Mente will provide comedy. They are sisters who will have you laughing," she said. "Dr. Don Smith will make an appearance with a joke or two, as well as other hospital staff with some crazy jokes."Shawn Cable, KELO-TV, will emcee the event, and local professional opera singer Emily Lodine will perform as a featured guest.Jay Tripp, Anoka, will make a guest appearance as well. "Jay wrote a song for a little girl who was undergoing heart surgery a year ago in Minneapolis," Sandbulte said. "Her name is Jaden Nickels. She is now two years old and doing fine. She and her parents will make a special appearance as well."Lorie Line was invited as special guest this year, but she’s on a tour and couldn’t accept. "She has donated four tickets to her Christmas concert in Sioux Falls," Sandbulte said. "We will sell raffle tickets that evening and draw the winners during intermission."In addition to volunteer performers, Sandbulte said many dedicated hospital employees will be working behind the scenes, helping with ushering, tickets and with back-stage errands. "Darrel and LaDonna Van Aartson will once again make another beautiful and unique backdrop for all to enjoy," Sandbulte said. "George Bonnema, Luverne Flowers, will graciously donate the plants and flowers that will decorate the stage and complement the backdrop."Saturday’s event is scheduled for 7 p.m. in Luverne’s historic downtown Palace Theatre. Tickets ($10 each) will be sold at the door, which opens at 6 p.m."It’s going to be a great evening of entertainment that you won’t want to miss," Sandbulte said.Afterward, the Coffey Haus, across the street from the Palace Theatre, will offer a chocolate fountain and coffee.Sandbulte said last year’s event brought in more than $2,200 after expenses for Children’s Miracle Network. "The Children’s Miracle Network Telethon is coming up in June, and we hope to present them with $6,000," Sandbulte said. "We have fund-raisers throughout the year which help us reach our goal."

By Sara QuamLuverne Economic Development Director Jill Wolf shared commuting information with the LEDA Tuesday. Most people who work in Rock County also live here, but about 1,500 of Rock County’s 3,983 workers drive outside the county for their jobs.After reviewing the information, Mayor Andy Steensma said, "I think the city can be happy that people want to live here if they work elsewhere."A total of 3,335 people work and live in Rock County. Of those who commute, 1,036 work in Minnehaha County, S.D.; 161 work in Nobles County; 148 work in Pipestone County; 58 work in Lyon County, Iowa; 19 work in Lincoln County, S.D.; 16 work in Murray County; 10 work in Lyon County, Minn., and 67 work in various other counties.Rock County has 3,983 workers. Some people — 648, according to LEDA — travel to Rock County for their jobs. This number includes 237 from Nobles County; 112 from Minnehaha County; 101 from Pipestone County; 96 from Lyon County; 18 from Lincoln County; 17 from Murray County; 12 from Turner County, and 55 come from various other counties.

By Lori EhdeAn accident near Hardwick Sunday afternoon required officials to first find the emergency scene in order to help the victims.Sixteen-year-old Ashley Hanson used her cell phone to call her parents, Jack and Felicia Hanson in Luverne for help after she rolled her car in the ditch of a gravel road.The accident scene was on 191st Street a half mile east of Highway 75, but she didn’t know her exact location when she called for help.She and her cousin, Tessa Klumper, 17, weren’t wearing their seatbelts and were both injured."It was her confirmation day, and she and Tessa were on their way to visit their grandpa (Bob Mohr) in Hardwick, because he wasn’t able to make it to the party," said Ashley’s mother, Felicia.She said the family scattered from the party in Luverne to search gravel roads for the girls and the wrecked vehicle.Rock County Deputy Evan Verbrugge was the first to reach the scene."He took control of the situation and handled it very professionally," said Felicia, who arrived at the scene moments later.It took assistance from the Hardwick Fire and Rescue Squad and their Jaws of Life to pry open the doors and free the girls without exacerbating their injuries."He told them not to rock the car, because we didn’t know what their injuries were," Felicia said.She said it was stressful as a parent to stand by and watch and wait.Tessa was airlifted to Sioux Falls, where she spent Sunday night in the Intensive Care Unit with a broken neck, cracked vertebrae in her back and bruised liver and kidney.She was expected to be released Wednesday.Ashley’s injuries included a fracture in her neck as well as scrapes and bruises. She was treated and released Sunday.Both girls will be in neck braces for a few weeks."They’re very fortunate," Felicia said.According to the accident report at the Rock County Sheriff’s Department, Ashley lost control of the her 1995 Chevy Lumina on loose gravel at about 3:30 p.m. They were headed east on 191st and the car flipped over when it entered the ditch. The vehicle was totaled."I hope everybody learns, you’ve got to drive slow on gravel and buckle up," Felicia said. "I’ve been wearing my seatbelt more, too, now."She said both girls are expected to make full recoveries."They’re doing good. Hopefully they’ll be back in school soon," she said.I-90 rolloverAnother rollover accident this week caused minor personal injuries on Interstate 90 Monday.According to information from the Minnesota State Patrol, 62-year-old Fern Juby lost control of her 2003 Ford automobile while heading west on I-90. The accident was reported at about noon Monday.Juby, from Canada, was wearing her seatbelt and reportedly suffered only minor injuries in the crash.Her passenger, 73-year-old Ellen Breen, also from Canada, was also wearing her seatbelt but was airlifted from the scene and held in Sioux Falls for a short time for observation.She had no broken bones or severe internal injuries.It’s unknown what caused the accident, but alcohol was reportedly not a factor in the crash.The vehicle was totaled and was towed to G&S Auto in Luverne.

By Lori EhdeSioux Valley Luverne Medical Center employees participated in a mumps vaccination drill Wednesday to test their preparedness in the event of any outbreak in Rock County.Kristin Peterson is the infection control and safety officer for Sioux Valley Luverne Hospital. She said there are 70 local medical employees who either know they need a shot or haven’t found documentation of their mumps immunization.Not all those employees were scheduled to work Wednesday morning, so all employees working that day were asked to participate, even if they didn’t actually get a shot."We wanted to see how many people we can get done in a certain amount of time and if our plan works," Peterson said. "We’re the only hospital in our area using this opportunity to test our planning."According to information from the National Center for Disease Control, anyone born after 1957 was likely immunized against mumps."Anyone born prior to 1957 who hasn’t had the mumps should consider getting a shot," Peterson said.People are encouraged to research their immunization history in case of a local mumps outbreak.There have been confirmed mumps cases in Iowa, but the closest cases to Rock County were suspected cases in Jackson and Sioux Falls.At this point, Peterson said health professionals are the first priority in terms of getting immunized."We need to make sure we’re not spreading it to those who aren’t immunized," Peterson said.Peterson is a member of the Southwest Minnesota Emergency Preparedness Committee, which is planning a community-wide immunization drill involving Rock and Nobles counties next month.About mumpsMumps is a viral infection spread by airborne droplets from the nose or throat.The symptoms of mumps include a low-grade fever and swelling or tenderness of one or more of the salivary glands in the cheeks and under the jaw. Symptoms usually appear between 12 and 25 days after a person has been exposed to the virus. However, about one-third of infected people do not have symptoms.Mumps usually begins with two days of discomfort and an increasing temperature. This is followed by an uncomfortable feeling in the jawbone and a swelling of the parotid glands. Often the swelling occurs unevenly, on one side of the face before the other. People with mumps often experience pain when opening their mouths. In mild cases the swelling may only last three to four days, but it can go on for a week or more.Although the swollen parotid glands and high temperature caused by mumps may be unpleasant, the most serious repercussions involve possible infection of other organs.