It’s been called to my attention that detoured traffic is creating hazards for pedestrians in the downtown area of Luverne. 

I learned last week that new refrigerators, the kind that cost $5,000, are equipped with cameras on the inside. 

Upon learning this, my immediate thought was, “Oh good. Another tool to curb late night snacking.” 

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison last week joined a coalition of 25 states in filing a lawsuit against the United States Postal Service (USPS) challenging its new rule that purports to grant USPS the authority to regulate mail voting in elections. 

The Luverne girls’ tennis team started the 2026 season falling to four tough teams in two double-header matches.

On Tuesday, Aug. 25, Luverne lost 6-1 to Yellow Medicine and 5-2 to MCCRAY (Maynard, Clara City and Raymond) on the road.

The Luverne cross country team finished in fourth place at the Beresford Invite Thursday, Aug. 27, to start off the 2026 season.

The Cardinals were among 26 teams at the event finishing behind Sioux Falls Christian, Lennox and Tea Area in the team competition.

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Aug. 28 results,  Championship Night

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#142 Eric Gaul, Luverne - placed 3rd in the A Feature, finished second in Heat 1.

The Luverne volleyball team traveled to Rochester Saturday, Aug. 29, to scrimmage five teams at the Panther Invitational.

In the first match of the day Luverne lost 2-1 to Rochester John Marshall.

The Lady Pates girls’ volleyball team traveled to George-Little Rock Monday, Aug. 31 for four scrimmage games against Iowa teams.

H-BC won the first match 2-1 against Sibley-Ocheyedan winning the first set 21-13.

Whether people are looking for a day trip or a full weekend, Minnesota state parks and trails have something everyone can enjoy this Labor Day weekend.