Nobles County Highway Department is hiring a Cost Accountant - $28.87-$39.35/hour. Administers the department’s financial operations in compliance with state and federal regulations, county policy, and generally accepted accounting principles for highway cost accounting; performs accounts payable and accounts receivable duties, prepares department financial statements and reports.

QUALIFICATIONS: Associates degree in accounting and a minimum of three years of related experience. APPLY TO: Nobles County Administration Office. Visit our website at www.co.nobles.mn.us for application and to view full job description and benefit sheet. Deadline: Open until filled, first review date. March 9, 2026. EEO/AA Employer.

(2.28-3.19)

We would like to thank everyone for their prayers and the kindness shown to our family. Thanks to the staff of Hartquist Funeral Home for their guidance with planning the visitation and funeral. Thanks to Pastor Steenholdt for the message, Phyllis for the music and the ladies for bringing desserts and serving lunch. Thanks for all the cards and memorial gifts. “Death is swallowed up in victory.” (Isaiah 25:8a.) “Thanks be to God, who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1Corinthians 15:57.)

The family of Albert Haak

(2.26-2.28)

Blue Mounds State Park is hiring a temporary seasonal Building and Grounds Worker/Night Security Ranger.  Applicants must be 18 years old to apply. This position is anticipated to work from mid-May to Labor Day. Starting pay is $20.51/hr. To read the position description or apply, visit: https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/search-for-jobs/. Under the “External Applicants” window, click on “Search for Jobs now”, and search for job id: 92267 Buildings & Grounds Worker. Apply by March 10.

(2.21-3.7)

A big thank you to all who sent cards, texts, emails, gifts, flowers and well wishes for my birthday. A special thank you to my family for surprising me with a special party. It all meant so much to me!

Dolly Remme

(2.14-2.19)

Blue Mounds State Park is hiring a seasonal Parks and Trails Associate. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.  This position is anticipated to work from late-March to mid-October each year. Starting pay is $20.51/hr. Position is benefit-eligible. To read the position description or apply, visit: https://mn.gov/mmb/careers. Under the “External Applicants” window, click on “Search for Jobs now”, and search for job id:  91174 Parks & Trails Associate - Southern Region. When applying, check Blue Mounds on step 4 of the application. For priority consideration, apply by February 26.        (2.12-2.21)

The family of Norman Ykema would like to thank our family, friends and neighbors for their prayers, cards, food, flowers and gifts we received at Norman’s passing. A special thank you to the entire staff of the Luverne Veterans Home for their compassionate care; Jeff, Becky, Lewis and the entire staff of Hartquist Funeral Home for their guidance and support; Pastor Steenholdt and the Luverne Christian Reformed Church congregation for their kindness and caring, and Lila Bauer and the Pizza Ranch staff for the excellent funeral lunch.

The family of Norman Ykema

(2.5-2.7)

HUP FARMS - Indoor Grow Room Design & Cultivation Coaching from seed to harvest — complete home grow setup and step-by-step guidance.

Lighting • Ventilation • Nutrients • Drying • Curing

Call/Text: 507-210-6224,

Mitchell Hup, Owner

“Have your home farm. Have a Hup Farm.”        (1.31-2.19)

Ellsworth Public School is accepting applications for a Paraprofessional for the 2025-2026 school year. Applications can be found on the school website at https://www.ellsworthschoolsmn.org/district/employment-opportunities.cfm

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