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Star Herald delivers 'thumbs' (down and up) for road work, junk
August 10, 2021
We have a lot of opinions this week, based on an informal survey of our Star Herald news team and support staff. Most of the feedback is positive because, let’s face it, Rock County is a great place to live and work in, and we don’t have a lot to complain about. But, upon further reflection, there is always room for improvement. Thumbs up —overwhelmingly to the Rock County Ag Society and their…
Star Herald doles out thumbs for town celebrations, road construction and more
June 22, 2021
Thumbs up — to the fantastic lineup at the Rock County Fair coming up at the end of July. There is something for everyone, and it’s clear our local fair board put thought and creativity into the lineup of offerings. Thumbs down — to Mother Nature for scorching heat and stingy rainfall this month. In a typical feast and famine cycle, we’re now longing for some of those rainy days that flooded our…
Thumbs up dominate list except for a few obvious downers
May 31, 2016
Thumbs up to those of you who are keeping up with the fast-growing grass between the frequent May showers. Another thumbs up to those home and business owners who have taken the time to decorate with brightly colored flowers. Thumbs down to those who cannot seem to find their lawnmowers … or their green thumbs. Thumbs up to the forward-thinking congregation of the Zion Lutheran Church, the…
Here come the thumbs … for recycling perpetrators, clean streets, unkempt lawns and more
August 10, 2015
The Star Herald this week doles out thumbs up and thumbs down on topics ranging from street beautification to recycling contamination. Thumbs up — to the Rock County Agricultural Society for putting on another great fair. It had a great variety of things to do, see, hear and eat, and the improvements at the fairgrounds made everything look great and function smoothly. Of course perfect summer…
Star Herald doles out thumbs for green spaces, construction driving and shooting the messenger
June 15, 2015
The Star Herald isn’t lacking this week for topics that warrant thumbs up and thumbs down. Thumbs up — to local town celebrations. Luverne enjoyed great weather for its annual Buffalo Days celebration, and last weekend Hills enjoyed a proud weekend in the spotlight for its 125th Anniversary and Friendship Days events. Keep your eyes on the calendar for upcoming town parties, like Hardwick’s…

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