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By Lori SorensonNovember 12, 2025An open house Friday night at Generations in Luverne offered information for the community about a major transmission line planned in the region. Great River Energy, ITC Midwest and Xcel Energy hosted the open house where company representatives shared details about a series of electric transmission projects anchored by a 765 kV transmission line. Known as “PowerOn Midwest,” the project will…- November 05, 2025Card showers Ron Boyenga will celebrate his 85th birthday on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Greetings may be sent to him at 1665 31st Street; Ellsworth, MN 56129. LeeAnn Stevens will celebrate her 90th birthday on Monday, Nov. 10. Greetings may be sent to her at Good Samaritan Society; 1311 N. Hiawatha Ave. #309; Pipestone, MN 56164.
By Lori Sorenson, editorOctober 29, 2025Great River Energy, ITC Midwest and Xcel Energy are planning a series of electric transmission projects anchored by a 765 kV transmission line. Known as “PowerOn Midwest,” the project will connect eastern South Dakota and southern Minnesota substations to improve grid reliability and meet energy demand. Project organizers will host a series of public open house meetings across southern…
By Mavis FodnessAugust 27, 2025Three months after purchasing the former Gevo Inc. plant in Luverne, A.E. Innovation debuted a partnership with a bio-processing firm to create green methanol. CapCO2 Solutions of Ridgeview, New York, will use the Luverne plant as a model to capture the carbon dioxide emitted during the ethanol-making processes and turn the waste product into methanol, a fuel commonly used in cruise ships.…
By Lori SorensonMay 21, 2025The Kids Rock! Child Care Center will host a ribbon-cutting and open house next week to celebrate the community’s solution to a decades-long child care shortage. “This new center represents more than just a building; it’s an investment in our future,” community leaders wrote in the celebration announcement. “By providing reliable and enriching care for our children, Kids Rock! will empower…
By Lori SorensonJanuary 29, 2025Apple presses and fermentation tanks were installed last week at the Cidery at Blackshire Farms in Beaver Creek, and the public is invited to a Feb. 1 “sneak peek” event. Owner Sean McFarland described the event as a “sneak peek” to show off the renovations in the former Springbrooke clubhouse. “We owe so much to our friends, family, and community,” McFarland said. “And we are beyond excited…
By Lori SorensonNovember 26, 2024Residents and visitors will again enjoy a holiday decorated Hinkly House in all her Victorian glory during Winterfest weekend in Luverne. But this year they’ll get a special glimpse of the historic home through the eyes of miniature needle-felted creatures, handmade by local artist Carol Ceynowa. Over 100 tiny characters adorn the stately, main-floor rooms of the home alongside traditional…- September 04, 2024Card showers Wayne Biever will celebrate his 90th birthday on Friday, Sept. 6. Greetings may be sent to him at 715 S. West Park Street, Luverne, MN 56156. Vikkijean Swenson will celebrate her 50th birthday on Sunday, Sept. 8. Greetings may be sent to 212 S. Josephine Ave., Hills, MN 56138. Texts are also welcomed 507-290-0517.
- April 17, 2024The Minnesota Department of Transportation invites the public to attend an open house in Luverne on Tuesday, April 23, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Trailhead, 601 E. Main Street, to learn about the Highway 75 project through Luverne, which is planned for 2026 construction. There is no formal presentation planned, and attendees are welcome to arrive anytime. Staff from MnDOT will be available to share…
By Mavis FodnessJanuary 10, 2024An open house for an innovative facility for child care in Hills will be Friday, Jan. 19, hosted by the Hills City Council. The event begins at 10 a.m. with a presentation at the Hills American Legion followed by public tours of the Hills Child Care Project located at the corner of West Third Street and South Main Avenue. A lunch provided by Sioux Valley Energy will follow the presentation.…
November 15, 2023Luverne Elementary students showed their appreciation to local veterans Friday morning during a Veterans Day coffee event. While munching on school-made cinnamon rolls, the discharged and current soldiers shared stories with students, who gave the veterans drawings and cards in thanks for their military service. The two-hour event was hosted by the elementary student council.- November 01, 2023Bridal showers A come-and-go bridal shower for Tara Sudenga, bride-to-be of Mike Eckardt, will be from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5, at The Bull Pen, 1202 S. Kniss Avenue, Luverne. A come-and-go bridal shower for Alyssa Fick, bride-to-be of Micah Holtz, will be from 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at Blessed Redeemer Lutheran Church, 705 S. Sioux Blvd., Brandon, SD. Open House…
- By Lori SorensonOctober 04, 2023Luverne City Council members approved final payments on the wastewater treatment plant improvement project at their meeting Tuesday, Sept. 26. The $11,182 payment to Gridor Construction, Inc. is for Phases 2 and 3 improvements that were completed in the past year. The payment marks the end of a four-year, $14 million project to improve the city’s wastewater treatment capacity. “What a great…
September 06, 2023Kindergarten through 12th-grade students were able to find their classrooms, greet teachers and deposit supplies into lockers and desks in preparation for the 2023-24 school year at Luverne Public Schools Wednesday, Aug. 30, during the district’s open house. Classes officially began on Tuesday, Sept. 5.
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