Luverne woman dies in apparent homicide; suspect in custody
On Friday the Rock County Sheriff’s Office released information about an arrest following a suspicious death that evening in the city of Luverne.
World's largest nutcracker dedicated
The World’s Largest Nutcracker, “Verne,” was dedicated and named Saturday morning with a ribbon-cutting celebration at the nutcracker’s base on South Highway 75 in Luverne.
'On Golden Pond' coming to Luverne's Palace Theater July 24
A classic play centered on the complex relationships of families, the realities of aging and finding acceptance and reconciliation is coming to the Palace Theater in Luverne.
What should we do about e-scooters?
Luverne recently launched a civic assembly group for residents to help shape local decisions about electric scooters.
Luverne's Bull Pen Sports Bar and Grill featured on America's Best Restaurants
The Bull Pen Sports Bar and Grill in Luverne will host national media and marketing company America’s Best Restaurants (ABR) for an on-site visit next month as part of an upcoming ABR Roadshow.
This young pro became a licensed operator at age 18
Ryker Johnson became one of Minnesota’s youngest wastewater operators when he earned his Class D license at age 18.
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By Mavis FodnessDecember 09, 2025Hills-Beaver Creek Secondary School students hope to leave the audience laughing with their one act play performance of “Supervillains Anonymous.” Director Amy Comp chose the 30-minute comedy by Michael Bauer for that reason. “I’ve got a great crew of students who love to laugh (and make others laugh) so I knew this one act would be perfect for our students and community,” she said. When Comp…- By Lori SorensonDecember 03, 2025This weekend is Luverne’s annual Winterfest Celebration, and the 2025 weekend will include new activities and events for residents, families and visitors to the community. “It will be a busy weekend,” said Luverne Chamber Director Kenzi Klein. “We are just hoping people come out again and enjoy everything that the Luverne community has to offer.” The weekend kicks off Friday at 10 a.m. with the…
By Mavis FodnessDecember 03, 2025Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary students and staff attended their first official day in the newly constructed school building in Beaver Creek Monday. “Not a lot of students get to smell that new school smell,” Superintendent Todd Holthaus said during the first-Monday-of-the-month “Lift Off” assembly. He pointed to the recently painted gymnasium walls and polyurethane-coated wood floor and asked…
By Lori SorensonDecember 03, 2025Luverne Street Music and Generations are joining forces to present a community event of classic sing-along Christmas music in Luverne next week. “Carols and Cake” will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, at Generations Events Center on South Estey Street. The event features live vocal and instrumental music, a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus and cake, punch and coffee served by Bluestem Catering. “The…
By Mavis FodnessDecember 03, 2025First-year Luverne FFA member Charlie Mostad is already making an impact at the state level. Mostad, a junior, finished second at the regional FFA Farm Bureau Discussion Meet Nov. 12 in Okabena, and he’ll now compete at the state level. Luverne FFA adviser Travis Bullerman was in charge of the event and encouraged Mostad to be in the competition. “I was very nervous going into it,” Mostad said…
By Lori SorensonDecember 03, 2025The Luverne Area Community Foundation hosted its sixth annual Friends of the Foundation Celebration of Philanthropy Monday night at Take 16 Brewing Company in Luverne. The event recognizes and celebrates businesses, nonprofits and individuals who benefit from and support the foundation’s mission of strengthening the community. ‘Tonight is about you,” said LACF director Emily Crabtree. “It's our…
By Lori SorensonDecember 03, 2025A crew of 16 women descended on the Hinkly House on a sunny November day with cleaning supplies in hand to prepare the Victorian home for Winterfest and other holiday occasions. The volunteers, many of them members of the Tuesday Morning Coffee Group, divided the duties — vacuuming, dusting and polishing in more than 15 rooms of the first and second floors, and they completed the work in an…
By Mavis FodnessDecember 03, 2025Fifteen Luverne High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society (NHS) during a Nov. 17 ceremony in the performing arts center. Inductees included: •Seniors Connor Bose, Jenna Bullerman, Tyler Hodge, Jaydon Johnson, Adelyn Rodriquez, Ella Schmuck, •Juniors Asher Barron, Macie Edstrom, Benjamin Hartquist, Rylee Kurtz, Olivia Lund, Lucas Madison, Charles Mostad, Kassidy…
December 03, 2025Sam Goldsmith’s American government class at Luverne High School was able to experience federal court proceedings Nov. 6 when they visited the U.S. District Court at the federal courthouse in Sioux Falls. The juniors and seniors watched bankruptcy proceedings, spoke with federal employees and participated in a mock trial with Judge Laura Kulm Ask. “It was a great real-life experience for the…
By Lori SorensonDecember 03, 2025The Santa Train and Holiday Stroll in downtown Luverne provided a quintessential small-town Christmas experience Sunday night. “I think it went very well,” said Luverne Area Chamber Director Kenzi Klein about the first-time event. “It was fun to see everyone out and about. Even with the cold and snowy weather I think we had a great turnout.” Santa and Mrs. Claus were the highlight of the…
By Lori SorensonNovember 25, 2025The Hills-Beaver Creek High School football team wrapped up a spectacular season with a resounding state championship win Saturday in Minneapolis. The Patriots, undefeated for the 2025 season, took down Hillcrest Lutheran Academy 46-22 Saturday, Nov. 22, in the U.S. Bank Stadium in the state championship game. This was the Patriots' second state championship since 1990, when H-BC defeated…- By Lori SorensonNovember 25, 2025Luverne will officially kick off the Christmas season on Sunday, Nov. 30, with the annual arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus, lighted displays at the city park, and a full lineup of holiday attractions downtown. “The Santa Train and Light the Night have been great events over the past five years, welcoming in the Christmas season to our community,” said Jane Lanphere at the Luverne Area Chamber.…
By Mavis FodnessNovember 25, 2025Hills-Beaver Creek elementary staff members moved materials into their new 57,400 square-foot elementary building on Monday. “Moving in feels like a milestone, but also the beginning of an exciting new chapter for H-BC,” Superintendent Todd Holthaus said as he watched the process. Classes begin at the new elementary school, located just blocks from the old building, Monday, Dec. 1. “I can’t…
By Mavis FodnessNovember 25, 2025Patriot Pals Child Care Center in Beaver Creek will open next week. Final inspections are scheduled to be complete by Wednesday, Dec. 3, and the 68-child facility will care for 16 children who pre-enrolled in the center. “It feels really great to be at this point in the process, and yet overwhelming,” said Patriot Pals Director Tedra Voss. “I’m super grateful that I’ve been able to see this…
November 25, 2025Luverne Area Chamber conducted a ribbon-cutting Saturday morning for the grand opening of Functional Nutrition on Main Street Luverne. Participating in the ribbon-cutting are (front, from left) Chamber director Kenzi Klein, owner Kathy Thomas, previous owner Tyler DeCesare, (back) Ashlyn Kundert, Lisa Mathis, Mary Lynn Benshoof, Annette Kundert, Andrea Fuhrer (holding Bella), Sheri Dirito, Sharla…
November 25, 2025Nexus Vault owners (front, from left) Katrina Brown, Chris Brown, Tyler Johnson and Peggy Johnson (with Rayna) official opened their new business with a ribbon-cutting with the Luverne Area Chamber and the public. Pictured (in back, from left) chamber director Kenzi Klein, Garret Cattnach, Maddison Shield, Chip Cattnach, Travis Hubbard, Cassie Rose, Karen Johnson, chamber member Matthew Sterrett…
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