It was a day for the Irish Saturday. There aren't many Irish descendents in Luverne, so the local St. Patrick's Day parades aren't often lengthy, but what they lack in numbers, they make up in spirit. Above, a spirited group, decked out in green accessories, celebrates the day in a green wagon sponsored by the Magnolia Steak House. At right, First Farmers and Merchants Bank President Mike Engesser (left) and parade marshal Pat Saum prepare for the holiday Friday by painting the traditional Irish shamrock at the intersection of Main and McKenzie streets.
Photos by Lori Ehde