Editorials
- September 12, 2016This election season is shaping up to be a pivotal moment of changing leadership in many levels of government, from township halls to the White House, so it’s never been more important to research ballot options and the candidates you’ll support. For our local elections, the Star Herald publishes Q and A profiles of city council, school board and county commissioner candidates. The Star Herald…
- September 05, 2016Voting is both a right and a privilege, but it’s also an important responsibility of every eligible citizen. This election season is shaping up to be a pivotal moment of changing leadership in many levels of government, from township halls to the White House, so it’s never been more important to research ballot options and the candidates you’ll support. For our local elections, we hope you’ll…
- August 29, 2016Whether it’s just walking across the street to the school bus or young adults experimenting with alcohol for the first time at college, parents need to talk with their children about the dangers that lie ahead during the school year. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety has compiled a list of issues and advice that will help guide parents to develop some common-sense principles for their…
- August 23, 2016Standing beside Lake Itasca, where the Mississippi River begins its 2,350-mile journey to the Gulf of Mexico, Gov. Mark Dayton kicked off a “Year of Water Action” in Minnesota. He urged businesses, the agricultural industry, outdoor enthusiasts, communities and families to take action to conserve and improve water quality. Throughout the next 12 months, Dayton and his administration will visit…
- August 16, 2016Thumbs up — to Ferrellgas for beginning the cleanup process at its Luverne location. They have removed dozens of old propane tanks and have made efforts to control weeds at the former office location. A spokesperson said they want to be good neighbors and want to contribute to the continued beautification improvements along south Highway 75. We hope the process keeps going. Thumbs down — to the…
- August 08, 2016Luverne has long been known for its clean, safe neighborhoods and its beautiful, well-cared-for public parks and recreation areas. We’re proud of these amenities and we’re proud that visitors notice them and remark about them. That’s why it’s so disheartening to hear about the recent vandalism of the dock at The Lake (some still call it the Creamery Pond) and about numerous complaints of dog…
By Jane Wildung LanphereAugust 01, 2016In the dictionary, synergy is defined as the interaction of elements that, when combined, produce a total effect that is greater than the sum of the individual elements, contributions, etc. Synergy is the reason that every single business in Luverne and the surrounding area is important for the success and growth of our community. Just recently I stopped to purchase gas and there was someone…- July 25, 2016Negative news events and extreme humid weather have taken their toll in recent weeks, leaving many of us in sour moods. To get away from the national police shootings and negative political events, residents can use this week’s Rock County Fair to step back, take a deep breath and enjoy a conversation with neighbors. Today’s Star Herald highlights some of the fair events taking place now through…
- July 11, 2016Summer months in Rock County are filled with dozens of special events, most of which feature food and beverages. Also common in the summer is foodborne illness or food poisoning. The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one in six Americans (that’s 48 million people) suffer from foodborne illness each year, resulting in roughly 128,000 hospitalizations and 3,000 deaths. “…
- July 05, 2016People are still talking about it. Luverne’s Fourth of July celebration was a big hit. An out-of-the-park hit. Home run. Slam dunk. Call it what you want — the event was undeniably spectacular. Especially for a first-time effort by a group of enthusiastic volunteers, willing city workers and smart chamber organizers. Please, please take a moment to scroll through the Star Herald’s website and…
- June 27, 2016The Father’s Day flood of 2014 tore through the spillway of the dam at the Blue Mounds State Park, draining what had been the park’s Lower Lake. Since then, park visitors and community members have been waiting for answers about what would be done about the flood damage. Those answers were delivered last week: The dam will not be replaced and there will not be a lake feature at the park. The…
- June 20, 2016Drivers in Luverne need to take notice. Pedestrians always have the right of way. If drivers don’t stop and let pedestrians cross the road, they could be subject to a fine. And if the crossing lights are malfunctioning, it’s not an excuse. On a daily basis Sheriff Evan Verbrugge is contacted about malfunctioning pedestrian crossing lights on Highway 75 at Dodge Street, Barck Avenue and, most…
- June 07, 2016As work continues on bringing broadband Internet to all rural residences in Rock County, commissioners are reconsidering the county’s current tax abatement resolution. For almost 20 years Rock County has offered tax incentives to new businesses that move into or expand within the county boundaries. Passed in 1997, the tax abatement resolution allowed commissioners to forego their share of the…
- May 31, 2016Thumbs up to those of you who are keeping up with the fast-growing grass between the frequent May showers. Another thumbs up to those home and business owners who have taken the time to decorate with brightly colored flowers. Thumbs down to those who cannot seem to find their lawnmowers … or their green thumbs. Thumbs up to the forward-thinking congregation of the Zion Lutheran Church, the…
- May 23, 2016We have life pretty good here in Rock County, with relative peace and prosperity that we tend to take for granted. We don’t worry where our next meal will come from and we don’t fear enemy attacks on our community. When we turn on the light switch and water faucet, we don’t give it another thought when the lights go on and water fills the sink. When we get in the car, we assume it will start and…
- By Jen Lindsey, Southwest Crisis Center, Rock County officeApril 25, 2016Dear survivors of sexual assault, It’s not your fault. You didn’t ask for it. I believe you. You might be thinking that you’re not a victim of sexual violence because you weren’t kicking and screaming or because it was someone you knew. The truth is that 82 percent of sexual assaults are perpetrated by someone the victim knows. Sexual assault is not only what most people think of as rape. If…
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