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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- By Mavis FodnessSeptember 19, 2016Seven years after submitting an application to renew its demolition landfill permit, Rock County is on the final steps of completing that process. On Sept. 7 the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency opened the comment period with a “Public Notice of Intent to Reissue” letter. Interested individuals can submit comments on the draft permit for Rock County until 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6. The 17-page…
- By Mavis FodnessSeptember 19, 2016It’s healthy for children to be involved in activities, but not all families can afford them. That’s why the Luverne Child Guide Program is accepting donations for a scholarship program to help all young people have the same access to educational and developmental outcomes. “The program helps children get exposure above and beyond what a family can do financially,” said Child Guide Lisa Dinger.…
- By Mavis FodnessSeptember 19, 2016Rock County received the last of its flood relief monies for repairing agricultural land damaged two years ago. The additional $347,000 brings the total amount received in the county to just over $1.784 million. Doug Bos, assistant director of the county’s Soil and Water Conservation District/Land Management Office, delivered the news to the Board of Supervisors at their Sept. 12 meeting. “This…
- September 19, 2016Candidates for this year’s Hills-Beaver Creek Homecoming are queen candidates (front, left) Haley Leuthold, Hunter Harvey, Jasmine Lingen and Mckayla Kolbrek, and king candidates (back, left) Jed Burgers, Zach Scholten, Logan Leuthold and Isaiah Vis. Homecoming Week activities at the high school include: Monday, Sept. 26 — Elderly Day Tuesday, Sept. 27 — Animal…
- September 19, 2016Adrian High School will celebrate Homecoming next week, Sept. 26-30. The Homecoming royalty was announced on Monday, and coronation will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26, in the middle school gym. Candidates for royalty are (front row, from left) Katie Reisdorfer, Ashley Schnoor, Jackie Hokeness, Brittney Loonan, Mikayla Jeffers, (back row) Alex Loosbrock, Zach Bierman, Zach Loosbrock, Dylan Gyberg…
- September 19, 201610 years ago (2006) •Minnesota West’s initial plans to have a small presence here have grown into an agreement that will make Luverne a medical career training ground. ... For this venture Minnesota West became a partner with the city of Luverne and Sioux Valley Health System. The new training facility will be called the Luverne Educational Center for Health Careers, a name and concept unveiled…
- By Betty Mann, President, Rock County Historical SocietySeptember 19, 2016The following appeared in the Rock County Herald on February 20, 1925: EXHIBIT MAKES CONTRAST IN GOOD HEALTH CONDITIONS Clever Display at Luverne Rest Room Emphasizes Importance to Children of Proper Kinds of Foods. County Nurse Florence L. Green has arranged a clever and instructive health exhibit at the Luverne public rest room, which is attracting the interest of a large number of…
- By Mavis FodnessSeptember 12, 2016Saturday’s Fly-In or Drive-In Pancake Breakfast was deemed a success by event organizers. “Without having an event for seven years, 281 plates is exceeding expectations,” said airport manager Ben Baum. While it was easy to keep track of the pancake plates handed out, counting the number of airplanes coming and going from Quentin Aanenson Field south of Luverne wasn’t as easy. Baum estimated more…
- By Lori SorensonSeptember 12, 2016The 15-year anniversary of the 9-11 terror attact that killed nearly 3,000 people was remembered locally Friday. Diane Sherwood, president of the Remember Rally group, organized a time capsule dedication in the Rock County library to remember those who sacrificed at Ground Zero and to thank and honor local fire responders. "We feel it is important to remember the events of 9-11, and how…
- By Lori SorensonSeptember 12, 2016Ron Boyenga announced last week that he’ll continue his campaign for re-election to the County Board, despite losing a card draw for a tie in the Aug. 9 primary. Three people filed for election to the District 3 County Board seat — incumbent Boyenga and challengers Greg Burger and Darrel Van Aartsen. Burger captured more than 100 votes to easily earn his place on the general election ballot,…
- By Mavis FodnessSeptember 12, 2016Setting the 2017 preliminary levy will be a priority for Rock County Commissioners when they meet Sept. 20. For almost a month the commissioners have discussed needs in each of the county departments and are considering budget increases of nearly $500,000, which would require the levy to increase 9.66 percent. The county will receive $167,650 in county state aid, up $5,000 from 2016. Local…
- By Mavis FodnessSeptember 12, 2016Rock Veterinary Clinic has sold its Minn-I-Kota building on East Main Street and plans to expand at its South Highway 75 location. On Sept. 28 clinic officials will close the Minn-I-Kota Veterinary Clinic purchased in June 2015 from Dr. Marlen Van Otterloo. Minn-I-Kota focused on pet care, grooming and boarding. “We tried to make a good go of it at the Minn-I-Kota location,” said veterinarian Dr…
- By Lori SorensonSeptember 12, 2016Luverne residents will have a voice in future city development by attending a Sept. 26 open house about Luverne’s Comprehensive Plan. The document provides the city leaders with a community vision for the next 20 years, and it’s reviewed and updated every 10 years. The last update was in 2004. “It’s a crucial document to have as a roadmap, and you can tell which communities don’t have a plan,”…
- By Lori SorensonSeptember 12, 2016The Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission recently designated the Luverne Loop and Blue Mounds Trail as “regionally significant.” This means the local trails are eligible for Legacy Grant funds, and local leaders aren’t wasting time applying for those dollars. Luverne Economic Development Authority Director Holly Sammons updated city officials on funding options at the Monday…
- September 12, 2016Luverne High School junior Maddie Dinger is the 2016 Tri-State Band Festival designer. The Tri-State Band Festival partners with the Luverne High School art classes to develop individual designs for each year’s competition. The design represents the creative spirit and energy of Luverne Public School. It is selected in the spring of the year by the Band Festival Committee from art submitted by…
- By Mavis FodnessSeptember 12, 2016Six educators from Luverne Public Schools took advantage of a four-day workshop to further use technology as a teaching tool. Tom Lanoue, Doug Dooyema, Jan Olson and April Wallace from Luverne Middle School, as well as Elaine Harms and Tony Johnson from Luverne High School, participated in BestPrep’s Technology Integration Workshop (TIW) The professional development opportunity, courtesy of the…
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