Star Media livestreams council, mayor candidate forum
The Rock County Star Herald hosted a livestreamed and recorded candidate forum Wednesday, Sept. 25, from the new Star Media studio.
'I call bullshit'
More than 70 Luverne residents attended Monday night’s “town hall meeting” in the Generations building to learn more about the mysterious yellow-brown substance that’s been staining their prope
Monday is drive 'Anything But a Car' to school day
The first student council-organized “ABC” parade drew 53 Luverne High School students who drove “Anything But Cars” in the inaugural event Friday morning from the
H-BC secondary earns national award
Student council president Jackson Gacke was a sixth-grade student when Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary School was named a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School.
Local soybean harvest begins in earnest this week
A month of hot weather combined with little to no rain brough yields down to average levels as the local soybean harvest gets underway.
Sept. 30 hearing to address investigation into stained properties
An investigation continues into what’s causing brown discoloration on houses in Luverne, and residents can attend a meeting Monday night for updated information.
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By Lori SorensonOctober 02, 2024The Rock County Star Herald hosted a livestreamed and recorded candidate forum Wednesday, Sept. 25, from the new Star Media studio. The forum featured candidates vying for election to mayor and city council — in both the north and south wards. Isaac DeBoer is challenging incumbent Pat Baustian for election as mayor, and Josh Gangestad is challenging incumbent Dan Nath for election to the North…
By Lori SorensonOctober 02, 2024More than 70 Luverne residents attended Monday night’s “town hall meeting” in the Generations building to learn more about the mysterious yellow-brown substance that’s been staining their properties. Mostly they were hoping to hear a source had been identified and action would be taken to stop the problem. About halfway through the meeting, however, it became clear the investigation was still…
October 02, 2024The first student council-organized “ABC” parade drew 53 Luverne High School students who drove “Anything But Cars” in the inaugural event Friday morning from the Luverne Ice Arena north on Donaldson Street to the school campus. Motorcycles were the most common ABC mode of transportation. Other modes included tractors, scooters, golf carts and even a race car, a bulldozer and a dump truck.
By Mavis FodnessOctober 02, 2024Student council president Jackson Gacke was a sixth-grade student when Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary School was named a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School. At a special morning assembly Thursday, Sept. 26, he helped his fellow students celebrate the secondary school’s recent distinction as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School. “Here at H-BC we have amazing students who all have different talents,…- By Mavis FodnessOctober 02, 2024Commissioners approved a preliminary levy increase of 5.44 percent at their Sept. 17 meeting. The increase would add $383,300 to the existing levy for a total of $7.46 million in local property taxes in 2025. Commissioners will approve the final levy amount in December. By statute the amount could decrease, but it can’t be more than the preliminary amount. The $382,300 increase would cover the…
By Lori SorensonOctober 02, 2024Students and staff at Hills-Beaver Creek Secondary School wrapped up September’s Suicide Prevention Month and kicked off October’s Anti-Bullying Month with a special assembly and schoolwide activity led by the student council. Students made new 988 signs (the crisis text number) and put together a paper chain created with messages about how to be part of creating positive changes in people…
By Mavis FodnessOctober 02, 2024One last community get-together occurred Saturday afternoon at Jacobson Park in Hills. The Helping Build Communities Stronger (HBCS) community club members organized the event that included a Fall Festival with the fifth-annual Smoke Fest. “We just wanted one more get-together before winter,” said HBCS president Joseph Streeter. Eleven cooks entered the Chix ’n’ Chuck contest. Derek Haak from…- By Mavis FodnessOctober 02, 2024Luverne School Board members approved the district’s preliminary levy for taxes payable in 2025 at their Sept. 26 meeting The levy is set at $4.331 million, which is a $30,777 increase (.72 percent) over the current levy. This is the maximum amount allowed by the state formula. Superintendent Craig Oftedahl was pleased with the levy amount. “We like to keep it plus or minus a percent or two so…
- October 02, 2024Correction In the Sept. 26 Star Herald story, “Rock County ends contract with Southwestern Mental Health (again),” the proposed increased dollar amount for next year’s contract was incorrect. The correct dollar amount should have been stated as $325,000 to $326,000 per year. The amount translates to a possible $3,250 to $3,260 per person, based on the estimated 100 income eligible county…
By Mavis FodnessOctober 02, 2024Ten former students and educators of Luverne Public Schools were inducted into halls of fame Friday afternoon in a ceremony in the performing arts center. Five former students are now the Luverne Alumni Hall of Fame Class of 2024. Inductees and their LHS graduating year are: •Thomas Getman, 1959. •Marvin “Whitey” Helling, 1941. •Kevin Kessler, 1993. •Gary Papik, 1969. •Vonda Viland, 1984…
By Mavis FodnessOctober 02, 2024Hills-Beaver Creek Secondary School in Hills celebrates Oct. 7-11 as Homecoming Week. “Home Sweet Homecoming” kicks off Monday with coronation at 7 p.m. in the school gym. Queen candidates include Bailey Spykerboer, Emma Deelstra, Gracie Fagerness and Harli Rozeboom. King candidates are Talon Steensma, Gate Lacey, Cameron Allen and Lukas Hubbard. Seniors Gracie Wilhelmi and Beau Bakken are…
By Lori SorensonOctober 02, 2024Luverne hosted the 73rd Tri-State Band Festival Saturday with 19 bands participating in the parade and field events. “It was a wonderful day in Luverne to celebrate the 73rd Annual Festival,” said Chamber Director Kenzi Klein. “Thanks to all the bands and band supporters that attended this event. We firmly believe that every band participating was a winner.” Former Luverne Chamber Director…
September 26, 2024Star Media will help you learn more about the 2024 candidates for the Luverne City Council North and South Ward seats as well as City of Luverne Mayor. Click the links below to jump to the discussion for a specific race. South Ward City Council: https://www.youtube.com/live/WtXWnCpSMQA?si=Vo5oxDymLzHo15fj&t=199 North Ward City Council: https://www.youtube.com/live/WtXWnCpSMQA?si=…
September 25, 2024A month of hot weather combined with little to no rain brough yields down to average levels as the local soybean harvest gets underway. Brian Bergman of Kenneth turned to combining beans Monday. He said the weather and lack of moisture were factors of the variable yields. The state crop report places crop maturity at six days behind last year and three days behind the five-year average. Locally,…- By Lori SorensonSeptember 25, 2024Luverne will host the 73rd Tri-State Band Festival Saturday with 19 bands participating in the parade and field events. Parade competition begins at 9:30 a.m. on Main Street with 14 marching bands performing on the parade route. Bleachers will be available at the intersection of Freeman Avenue and Main Street by the judging station. Field competition begins at 12:30 p.m. on the Cardinal…
By Lori SorensonSeptember 25, 2024An investigation continues into what’s causing brown discoloration on houses in Luverne, and residents can attend a meeting Monday night for updated information. In May 2023 the city paid $15,000 for Braun Intertec Corporation, Sioux Falls, to assist with “determining the source of an unknown substance that causes staining on personal property within the city.” The stains have been a problem…
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