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  • May 31, 2016
    Luverne High School Honor Roll   Quarter 4 A Honor Roll Seniors: Ryleigh Beers, Zoe Brown, Christina Casazza, Sierra Christenson, Jaidyn Elbers, Tatiana Gust, Karissa Hamann, Hannah Hoogland, Bailey Jacobsma, Jacob Jarchow, Alyssa Kienholz, Nicole Kneip, Di Ma, Nicholas Overgaard, Stephanie Riggs, Jenna Schelhaas, Allie Skattum, Susan Thompson, Caden Vickery. Juniors: Madison Crabtree, Jeremiah…
  • By Lori Sorenson
    May 29, 2016
    A battered brass bugle has joined the collection of World War II artifacts at the Herreid Military Museum in Luverne. While it’s still a functional instrument, it’s now retired, as is its previous bugler, Lois Nelson, who played it for “Taps” at hundreds of local funerals for veterans. And for the first time in decades, its haunting notes weren’t heard at Memorial Day ceremonies Monday. “You…
  • May 23, 2016
    Students from around the region and in Rock County celebrated high school graduations over the weekend. Above, seniors toss their caps in the air at the conclusion of the Luverne ceremony in the Cardinal Gym Sunday.  Hills-Beaver Creek and Ellsworth seniors will graduate Friday, May 27, both ceremonies set for 7 p.m. in their respective high school gymnasiums.
  • By Lori Sorenson i
    May 23, 2016
    In the cemeteries of Rock County, there's a story for every flag and veteran's marker. Some have been told before and others are known only to a few. Father Francis Sampson, who is buried in St. Catherine Cemetery, is relatively unknown to local residents, but his story of service in World War II was told through the 1998 Academy Awardwinning movie, “Saving Private Ryan,” starring Tom…
  • By Jason Berghorst, reporter
    May 23, 2016
    Each year, in his role as Luverne High School counselor, Craig Nelson gives LHS freshmen a list of careers. The list includes college professor, Mars exploration scientist, director of scouting for an NFL team, retractable stadium engineer, professional dancer and Big Ten Coach, among others.  Nelson then asks the students what all of these careers have in common. The answer often surprises the…
  • By Lori Sorenson i
    May 23, 2016
    Remodeling work on the historic Carnegie Cultural Center continues into spring, and Luverne City Council members toured the building last week to check progress. Luverne Building Inspector Chad McClure has been overseeing the project and answered questions during the May 17 tour. He said he’s learned a few things about historic preservation along the way. For example, he anticipated matching the…
  • By Lori Sorenson
    May 23, 2016
    Crossing guards near the Luverne Public School campus were honored at a thank you brunch Friday, May 20, at the American Reformed Church. Church staff there came up with the idea of hosting the luncheon to thank the crossing guards for their service and to present them with handmade thank-you cards from students. Crossing guards who attended the brunch (and their years of crossing guard work)…
  • By Lori Sorenson
    May 23, 2016
    This year is the 100th anniversary of Minnesota state parks and the 125th anniversary of America’s national parks. To celebrate, a summer of special events and activities has been planned at the Blue Mounds State Park and Touch the Sky Prairie. The first of those events is set for this weekend when park manager Chris Ingebretsen shares the story of Blue Mounds State Park bison. The event will be…
  • By Mavis Fodness
    May 23, 2016
    Tuesday marks the filing deadline for many local, state and federal offices. Anyone interested in being elected to political office has until 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, to file. As of 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 24, the following people have filed. Current Luverne Mayor Patrick Baustian is seeking re-election to the position and filed May 17, the first day of filing. Three people have filed so far for the…
  • By Lori Sorenson
    May 23, 2016
    Farmers are educating the community about safe and humane food production and charitable groups are seeking new ways to raise money for good causes. The two efforts will join forces next month for a “Farm to Table” event to accomplish education and fundraising goals. The Luverne Area Community Foundation (LACF) and the Rock County Corn and Soybean Growers will host a meal at 5:30 p.m. Sunday,…
  • May 23, 2016
    The latest addition of public art at the Flag Park corner in Luverne features local veterans who participated in the Veterans Portrait Project last fall. With permission from the veterans and from photographer Stacy Pearsall, the black and white photographs are displayed on three sides of the electrical box at the corner facing traffic at the Main Street and Highway 75 intersection.
  • May 23, 2016
    Papik Motors hosted its 2016 Spring Rally and Car Show Saturday, this time with a Cruise around Luverne. Mild spring weather prevails for the event, which featured free burgers served by the Rock-Nobles Cattlemen’s Association. Also, there were inflatables for children’s entertainment. According to Heidi (Papik) Sehr, the event has grown increasingly popular. “It’s progressively gotten bigger and…
  • May 23, 2016
    Community Ed For information or to register for these activities call Community Ed at 283-4724. Aerobics/Strength Combo class will be at 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays for five weeks beginning May 31. Fee is $27. Soccer Fun for ages 3 through grade 2 (as attended during the 2015-2016 school year) will be during the month of June. Fee is $28 for 7 sessions. Home Alone class for those who just finished third…
  • By Lori Sorenson
    May 23, 2016
    Dozens of local bicyclists participated in the Luverne Optimist Club annual Bike Rodeo in Beaver Creek and Luverne Saturday, May 14. In addition to Optimist Club volunteers, Ken Petersen of Ken’s Bike Shop, Luverne, was there to help make minor adjustments to bikes. Helmets and door prizes were given to all participants at each location, plus two bikes and a scooter were given as prizes in…
  • May 23, 2016
    The Southwest Initiatives Foundation is celebrating its 30th anniversary by recognizing 30 people, organizations or businesses that provide a snapshot of all those who “make southwest Minnesota a special place.” At SWIF’s 30th anniversary celebration April 29 near Granite Falls, the organization honored three local entities among that group of 30: •Gary Papik, Luverne, president of Papik Motors,…
  • By Lori Sorenson
    May 23, 2016
    Readers in Rock County will have additional locations to pick up or drop off a book as part of the Little Free Library program that allows people to take books and return them once they’re read. The Rock County Early Childhood Initiative is coordinating the project with the help of the Luverne Area Chamber and Rock County Community Library. “The whole idea is to encourage people to read and use…
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