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Thumbs up to facade improvements, civic involvement and more ...

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Star Herald Editorial

Thumbs up — to Ferrellgas for beginning the cleanup process at its Luverne location. They have removed dozens of old propane tanks and have made efforts to control weeds at the former office location. A spokesperson said they want to be good neighbors and want to contribute to the continued beautification improvements along south Highway 75. We hope the process keeps going.
Thumbs down — to the bikers, rollerbladers and skateboarders who continue to use Main Street’s pedestrian sidewalks. Not only is the use of these transportation options prohibited, it’s dangerous. Many walkers have had to dodge these fast movers and no one can see them coming as they open doors to leave businesses.
Thumbs up  — to the Rock County Agricultural Society for its efforts to improve fairground facilities and to make the fairgoers’ experiences more positive. The shuttle service was appreciated by those with tired feet, and one-time activities such as the tractor parade kept us entertained and nostalgic about growing up on a farm.
Thumbs down — to the lack of midway rides for teenagers and adults at this year’s fair. We’re nostalgic for the rides of our youth. One by one the Ferris wheel, merry go ‘round and now the tilt a whirl have gone missing.
Thumbs up — to those who filed for the commissioner and Luverne City Council positions. It’s refreshing to have an excellent pool of people from which to choose a candidate.
A neutral thumbs — to the statute that allows only two candidates on the general election ballot in local races. Four civic-minded people’s names won’t be on the general election ballot, which typically has much better voter participation. However the option for a write-in candidate gets a big “thumbs up.”
Thumbs up — to the continued use of the city’s façade improvement fund. It’s nice to view the finished plans to spruce up the fronts of businesses.
Thumbs up — to the local citizens who have gone out of their way to show support to our local law enforcement officers. The special gifts and words of thanks have gone a long way to bolstering the positive feelings for those who serve and protect our communities.
Thumbs down — to the fact that we have so many deputies who are still so unknown in the community. It would be good for residents and deputies alike to revive our community-policing model of more public interaction in positive situations (not just in crisis).
Thumbs up — to the local firemen, rescue personnel and utility workers who safely extricated a man trapped in a collapsed trench. He will recover due to the quick thinking of rescuers who spent countless hours in training in order to lend assistance at any emergency situation.

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