Disaster declared in Rock County
Preliminary estimates are over $2 million in public infrastructure damage as a result of the June 21-22 flood event.
Preliminary estimates are over $2 million in public infrastructure damage as a result of the June 21-22 flood event.
Multiple rounds of torrential rain in Rock County and the tri-state area created significant flooding over the past week, wreaking havoc on properties and public infrastructure.
When floodwaters finally receded over the weekend, area farmers had a chance to assess the damages of crops under water and or washed away.
This week, dozens of local teens involved with Rock the Edge are performing public service projects in and around Luverne for their annual “Service Over Self” local mission work.
Early voting for the Aug. 13 primary election is from June 28-Aug. 12.
The Luverne Junior Legion baseball team beat Pipestone 11-5 at home Monday, June 24.
Because of flooding at Redbird Field, the game was played at the Luverne High School south baseball field.
Preliminary estimates are over $2 million in public infrastructure damage as a result of the June 21-22 flood event.
Rock County made an emergency declaration Friday, June 21…
Multiple rounds of torrential rain in Rock County and the tri-state area created significant flooding over the past week, wreaking havoc on properties and public infrastructure.
A low-pressure system slowly…
When floodwaters finally receded over the weekend, area farmers had a chance to assess the damages of crops under water and or washed away.
According to agronomist Mark Moeller, low lying or poorly drained areas…
This week, dozens of local teens involved with Rock the Edge are performing public service projects in and around Luverne for their annual “Service Over Self” local mission work.
They typically perform yard work…
Early voting for the Aug. 13 primary election is from June 28-Aug. 12.
On Luverne primary ballots are three-way contests for Luverne mayor and North Ward Luverne City Council.
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