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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September 05, 2025Deb Lusty celebrates 13 years at the Star Herald office on September 5. She answered a few questions about her time at the Star Herald. 1. How did your journey with the Star Herald start? I was told I should apply here for the Office Manager job by an employee that was working here. 2. Can you make a comparison between then and now? What was your role in the beginning, and where are you at …
By Mavis FodnessSeptember 03, 2025LHS senior class president Tyler Hodge encouraged his fellow high school students Tuesday morning to seize opportunities as they begin the 2025-26 school year. “If I could go back and change one thing, what I would do is put myself out there more and I would go after more things,” he said during the assembly in the school’s alumni garden “At Luverne there are so many different opportunities —…- By Mavis FodnessSeptember 03, 2025A 10-minute reduction in recess time at Luverne Elementary prompted almost a dozen parents to question the change during the community input session prior to the Aug. 28 school board meeting. The parents were represented by Jody Richters, whose oldest of three sons is entering kindergarten. “It’s been brought to some parents’ attention that, first of all, teachers feel that their students have…
By Lori SorensonSeptember 03, 2025Minnesota Department of Transportation personnel were in Luverne Thursday, Aug. 28, to share information about the 2026 Highway 75 construction project. They hosted a gathering at the Trailhead building on East Main Street as part of the Luverne Area Chamber’s regular “Love the Business” meeting. The $9.3 million project will improve the road surface and pedestrian safety from Main Street to…
By Lori SorensonSeptember 03, 2025Construction barriers were removed last week on Blue Mound Trail between Luverne and the Blue Mounds State Park. The 4.2 miles of trail had been closed to users since June for a mill-off and overlay project to repair surface cracking. It was the first resurfacing of the trail since it was built in 2003. Contractors removed 2 ½ inches of bituminous pavement and 2 ½ inches of aggregate beneath…
By Lori SorensonSeptember 03, 2025Dozens of colleagues, friends and family members gathered Thursday afternoon at a celebration for Doug Bos, who is retiring from the Rock County Land Management Office. “I have very much enjoyed serving 29-plus years in the capacity of helping out our county residents protect their natural resources,” Bos wrote in his retirement letter to the County Board. At his party and in his retirement…
September 03, 2025Luverne Mayor and Lewis and Clark Board Director Pat Baustian and Luverne City Council member Mert Kracht toured Lewis and Clark’s water treatment plant near Vermillion, South Dakota, on Aug. 18. They also toured the wellfield and the construction underway on the third and final phase of the plant. Baustian and Kracht were joined by officials from Tea, Sheldon, Lennox and Madison. “It was an…- September 03, 2025David Wrigg rejoined the Luverne School Board Aug. 28 after officially accepting the appointment by board members Aug. 28. Wrigg replaces Randy Sasker, who resigned July 24 to serve on the Equipt School Board, a new Christian school leasing space in the American Reformed Church. Wrigg will serve the remainder of Sasker’s unexpired term, which ends Dec. 31, 2026. The seat will be open for…
By Lori SorensonSeptember 03, 2025Jayson Delfs, Hardwick, appeared in Rock County District Court last week on charges of third-degree murder and vehicular homicide related to a March 27 fatal crash northwest of Beaver Creek. Monday’s appearance was an omnibus hearing for the purpose of reviewing evidence in the case. However, Delfs’ attorney Charles Hawkins, Minneapolis, filed a flurry of motions on Aug. 19 ahead of the Aug. 25…- By Lori SorensonSeptember 03, 2025Sanford Health announced last week that it’s buying Lewis Drug, the largest family-owned pharmacy chain in the region. Lewis has more than 60 locations in the tri-state area and has been in existence for 80 years. Lewis Drug and Sanford Health have partnered over 25 years on co-locations of Sanford Clinics and Lewis Pharmacies as well as Sanford co-owning over 40 locations in rural communities…
September 03, 2025Repairs are underway on the front of the Lewis Drug building on South Highway 75 in Luverne after a vehicle crashed into the east wall last week. According to the accident report at the Rock County Sheriff’s Office, the vehicle was driven by Ron Pronk, 87, Leota, and the crash happened Aug. 26. According to the report, Pronk stated he attempted to tap the brakes to come to a full stop but must…
September 03, 2025The Luverne Fire Department on Saturday responded to a car fire at 1305 N. Kniss Avenue. According to the report, the electric vehicle was parked at the home of Kevin Barnhart and belonged to a couple from Saint Paul. According to Fire Chief David Van Batavia, the incident was a first for his department. “It was our first battery-powered car fire, and they’re just a little complicated,” he…
By Mavis FodnessSeptember 03, 2025Editor's note: Corrected the ribbon color awarded to the Magnolia Juniors to red. Rock County 4-H’er Evan Ossefoort and his beef steer named Maverick were among the 115 youth and livestock invited to participate in the Purple Ribbon Auction Aug. 23 at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair. Ossefoort earned the auction invitation when judges selected him and the 1,565-pound steer as champion slick…
September 03, 2025The Tri-State Band Festival Committee selected a design created by Luverne High School junior Kenzie Kroeh for the 2025 band button that serves as admission to field competition Saturday, Sept. 27. She told committee members she aimed for a simple design featuring a banner and that she was excited her design was chosen for this year’s button. She was among students in Bill Thompson’s graphic…
September 03, 2025Lisa Trudeu celebrated 30 years of working at Good Samaritan Society – Mary Jane Brown nursing home in Luverne. Her co-workers hosted a party for her on Aug. 20 to celebrate the milestone. Trudeu, who is pictured with Mary Jane Brown administrator Tim Yeaton, started as a CNA and is now a TMA (trained medication aide). Administration remarked that 30 years ago she came in for an interview the day…
September 03, 2025Rock County Opportunities observed Direct Support Professionals Week this week in Luverne with gift bags for DSPs, as well as celebratory treats, prizes and special activities. Pictured are RCO’s DSPs (front, from left) Krista Kurtz, Erika Camarillo, Connie Carda, Emily Clarke, Honor Hough, Trinidad Garcia, Lacey Sik, (back) Kim Rasche, Pam Tieszen, Tessa Shuler, Kady Lemke, Cassie Yonzon, Ted…
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