LHS competes in world robotics
The Luverne High School robotics team earned a Judges Choice Award at last week’s FIRST Robotic Competition World.
Sled hockey comes to Blue Mound Ice Arena
The Siouxland Sled Hockey Association brought on-ice practice to the Blue Mound Ice Arena in Luverne for the first time April 7 in honor of their newest member.
For the love of running: Locals excel in marathons
Blake Ziegler, a 2014 Luverne High School grad, ran the prestigious Boston Marathon on April 15, finishing in 2:43:47.
4-Her's try to pick up where volunteer George Bonnema left off
Members of the Magnolia Juniors 4-H Club spent time Thursday night, April 18, raking leaves, picking up branches and remembering community volunteer George Bonnema.
Locals travel to path of totality to view 2024 eclipse
The highly anticipated 2024 total eclipse of the sun occurred Monday, April 8, across North America, and several groups of Rock County residents traveled to experience the once-in-a-lifetime ev
Students perform 'Legally Blonde The Musical'
When the LHS production of “Legally Blonde, the Musical” opens next week for six evening performances, audiences will be surprised at what they see.
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- June 25, 2019Sunday marked the last day for business at Luverne Shopko Hometown on South Highway 75. On Monday all the remaining merchandize was removed and the facility is now empty. Sun Capital Partners, owners of the Shopko Hometown retail stores, announced in March that all of its stores will close after the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in January. No plans for the empty building have been announced. All…
- June 25, 2019Farmers and ranchers with expiring Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) contracts may now re-enroll in certain CRP continuous signup practices or, if eligible, select a one-year contract extension. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) also is accepting offers from those who want to enroll for the first time in one of the country’s largest conservation programs. FSA’s 52nd signup for CRP runs from June…
- June 25, 2019The state’s new Groundwater Protection Rule (GPR) became effective today, June 24, 2019. The GPR will reduce the risk of nitrate from fertilizer impacting groundwater in areas of the state where soils are prone to leaching and where drinking water supplies are threatened. Nitrate is one of the most common contaminants in Minnesota's groundwater; elevated nitrate levels in drinking water can…
- By Mavis FodnessJune 18, 2019Workers with Gil Haugan Construction have spent weeks cutting the Luverne school complex in half. Crews are preparing for the demolition of eight classrooms from the two-story west wing of the high school to make room for the new commons and performing art center addition, which will be located between the elementary and high school facilities. In the meantime, a public groundbreaking ceremony is…
- By Mavis FodnessJune 18, 2019A new Luverne Middle School principal will be in place this fall, provided board members approve the hiring of Jason Phelps at tonight’s (June 20) meeting. Phelps has been the principal at Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary School for the past five years. Phelps is coming into the new position with some familiarity with LMS. Luverne was his first teaching position after graduating from South Dakota…
- By Mavis FodnessJune 18, 2019Great Planes Travel is celebrating a new location and 20 years of business during a ribbon-cutting this afternoon in Luverne. Owner Sue VerSteeg moved her travel agency to the former Rock County Eye Clinic location on Freeman Avenue this year, and the event from 1 to 3 p.m. will offer tours of the new location and background on her travel experience. VerSteeg said many things have changed since…
- By Lori SorensonJune 18, 2019Musical artists and organizers of Tall Grass Guitar Class made a big announcement at a small gathering Thursday, June 13, during Southwestern Mental Health Center’s Chamber open house. Scott Johnson, CEO of SWMHC, introduced an Oct. 18, 19 and 20 event that will bring three “world class” guitar players to Luverne for three days of guitar study and a culminating performance at the Palace Theatre.…
- By Lori SorensonJune 18, 2019The 2019 version of Rock County’s Relay for Life unfolded under pleasant weather conditions with healthy participation at its new location at Take 16 Thursday night. “I hope everyone enjoyed the change to a block party,” said Lisa Ehlers, local Relay for Life chairwoman. “It was nice to have everything close together and not so spread apart like at the park. We know we'll have some things to…
- By Lori SorensonJune 18, 2019People who join the annual Rock County Garden Tour next week are in for a rare private viewing of one couple’s pursuit of artistic expression and stretch of imagination. The Gerald and Sandy Johnson home on the state line northwest of Beaver Creek is an otherwise ordinary acreage that’s been transformed into an extraordinary space reflecting their creativity and flair for unique details. “It’s a…
- By Lori SorensonJune 18, 2019The Southwestern Mental Health Center is helping more clients than ever, yet the workload continues to increase, according to CEO Scott Johnson who said suicide in the Midwest is a crisis. “We’re doing more than ever before, but mental health needs at times overwhelm what we’re able to provide,” he said Thursday morning. “So, we’re reaching out to build all kinds of partnerships around suicide,…
- June 18, 2019The Brown Bag Lunch Concert Series debuted Tuesday at The Plaza at the corner of Main Street and McKenzie Avenue. In addition to evening activities, a late morning/early afternoon plaza event was suggested, and organizers arranged for Ron and Jane Cote of Luverne to provide the entertainment for the two-hour event. About 100 people attended the event under partly cloudy skies and upper 60-degree…
- By Mavis FodnessJune 18, 2019More than a year of belt-tightening measures brought positive news May 21 from Southwest Health and Human Services officials. SWHHS director Beth Wilms and fiscal manager Sarah Kirchner updated county commissioners on the organization’s financial progress over the past 18 months. “Our cost-saving measures continue,” Wilms said. “The goal Sarah and I have set for ourselves is to have $8 million in…
- June 18, 2019Quarter 4 A Honor Roll Seniors: Amber Bos, Grace Bundesen, Sidney Fick, Mary-Frances Ladd, Luke LaRock, Garrett Raymon, Josie Scholten, Bailey Swan, Preston Wilhelmi. Juniors: Josie Bartels, Whitney Elbers, Larinda Kellenberger, Kailey Rozeboom. Sophomores: Abby Knobloch, Allison LaRock, Lauren Tatge, Austin Wilhelmi. Freshmen: Austin Allen, Taylor Durst, Kenadie Fick, Danette Leenderts, Samantha…
- By Jason BerghorstJune 18, 2019Luverne High School was very well represented at the American Legion Boys State of Minnesota last week at St. John’s University in Collegeville. Gunnar Oldre, sponsored by the Hardwick American Legion, and Jordan Winter, sponsored by the Luverne American Legion, both were elected to statewide offices at the annual event. Oldre was also selected to be the senior senator from Minnesota at Boys…
- By Mavis FodnessJune 11, 2019Recent Luverne High School graduate Emilie Staeffler closed out a week of community service Friday with a sense of pride. The veteran of several mission trips through her own church, Staeffler said serving at home has special meaning. “When you drive by, you can see your work. It’s more rewarding,” she said. Staeffler was one of more than 115 area youth and 65 adults who spent last week…
- By Lori SorensonJune 11, 2019Rock County’s Relay For Life will be using a new format for its June 13 fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Teams and supporters will gather at Take 16 Brewery on East Main Street in Luverne for the event that supports cancer survivors and to remember those who died of cancer. “We couldn’t be at the school this year because of construction,” said Lisa Ehlers, chairwoman of Rock County…
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