Buffalo Days
June 10, 2026Luverne’s legendary Buffalo Days weekend unfolded June 4-7, ushering in the official start of summer. Lori Sorenson photos.
By Greg Hoogeveen, sports editorJune 09, 2026The Luverne Baseball Association hosted roughly 300 players on 22 youth teams and eight Junior Legion teams during the 2026 Buffalo Days celebration June 5-7. Games were held at Redbird Field, Joe Roberts Field and Riverside Park. Teams played in 9U (9 years old and under) 10U, 11U, 12U and Junior Legion brackets. Brandon Valley won the 9U tournament, and Watertown teams won the 10U, 11U and…
By Lori SorensonJune 09, 2026The Buffalo Days Run 4A Cause returned to Luverne’s Buffalo Days Celebration for its fourth year Saturday, June 4, in the Luverne City Park. “The weather was absolutely beautiful, and we had great support from our runners and participants in the park,” said Lori Sorenson, who co-founded Carson’s Cause after her 21-year-old son, Carson Ehde, died of suicide in 2022. “It’s always so gratifying to…
By Nicole RonchettiJune 03, 2026One of the biggest events of the summer is coming to Luverne starting on June 4 as the community celebrates its annual Buffalo Days weekend. While all of the usual events will be happening, including the parade, car show and more, some will look different due to the ongoing construction on Highway 75. Here’s what to look forward to: Thursday, June 4 Festivities begin on Thursday, June 4, with…
April 22, 2026Several of Luverne’s biggest community celebrations will be affected by the Highway 75 reconstruction and its Main Street detour this summer. “We intend to have all of our events, but they’re going to be a little different, only for this year,” said Jane Wildung Lanphere of the Luverne Area Chamber of Commerce. “We’re trying to do the best we can with the cards we’re dealt.” Buffalo…
By Lori SorensonJune 11, 2025Luverne’s annual four-day Buffalo Days weekend enjoyed spectacular weather and near record participation. Thursday night’s Tour de LOOP attracted 288 riders and Friday night’s cruise-in had over 280 vehicles that were registered. Saturday morning’s Buffalo Days Run 4A Cause attracted roughly 100 people at the Luverne City Park, and 80 entries participated in the Buffalo Days Parade, some with…
June 11, 2025Sharon Zinnel was honored as the Quilter of the Year and her quilts were featured at the Blue Mound Quilt Show at the Hinkly House during Buffalo Days weekend. The Blue Mound Quilters honored Zinnel for her creativity and technical skills and for her contributions for the betterment of Rock County through volunteer hours. “As many women of her generation, she was the family's seamstress. She…
June 11, 2025This year the event featured five characters from Rock County’s past. Above, Cody and Nicole Henrichs portray Neil and Jessie Roberts. Sheriff Roberts held his position in local law enforcement for many years, and his wife, Jessie, was popular for the meals she cooked for jail inmates. The event is a fundraiser for the Rock County Historical Society, which accepts donations to help offset costs…
June 11, 2025More than 100 people gathered in the Luverne City Park Saturday morning for the third annual Buffalo Days Run for a Cause. More than 60 participants competed in 5K and one-mile events under sunny, mild conditions. “The weather was absolutely perfect,” said Lori Sorenson, who organizes the annual event as a fundraiser for Carson’s Cause. She is co-founder of the local nonprofit that works with…- By Lori SorensonMay 28, 2025Luverne’s annual Buffalo Days celebration now spans four days of special events, Thursday, June 5, through Sunday, June 8. It starts with the third annual Tour de Loop community bike ride on the Luverne Loop, a seven-mile paved trail that circles town and connects with the Blue Mound Trail and the Blue Mounds State Park. In her May 12 Star Media “Chamber Chatter” conversation, Chamber Director…
- By Lori SorensonMay 28, 2025The Friday Night Cruise-in, this year on June 6, is one of the iconic events of Luverne’s annual Buffalo Days celebration. Its presence on Main Street dates back more than 30 years, but Luverne’s first organized cruise-in dates back even farther. Local organizer Bill Miller joined Luverne Chamber Director Kenzi Klein on May 26 for her Star Media “Chamber Chatter” conversation. Miller said the…
- May 28, 2025The Buffalo Days Run 4A Cause returns to Luverne’s Buffalo Days Celebration for its third year Saturday, June 7, in Luverne City Park. Volunteers with the local non-profit Carson’s Cause have been registering runners for the 5K and one-mile races, and they’re expecting strong participation on race day. “People have been so supportive of our mission,” said Lori Sorenson, who co-founded Carson’s…
By Lori SorensonJune 05, 2024Luverne’s 40th annual Buffalo Days Celebration wrapped up over the weekend, with four days of events and activities for community participation. Rainy weather canceled Friday Night’s Cruise-In, which hasn’t happened since 2016, and numerous games scheduled throughout the weekend for the Junior Legion Baseball Tournament. “I am very sorry for all the work the Baseball Association put into…
June 05, 2024The Rock County Historical Society presented its 12th annual “Tales from the Graves” and pie and ice cream social Sunday afternoon at the History Center. Local actors played the roles of featured “guests” who were prominent in Rock County history and helped to tell the story of the county’s past.
By Lori SorensonJune 05, 2024Saturday morning’s Buffalo Days Run for a Cause in Luverne City Park attracted more than 60 runners who enjoyed cool, calm weather conditions. “We really were blessed in the weather category,” said Lori Sorenson, who organized the event as a fundraiser for Carson’s Cause. She is co-founder of the local nonprofit that works with elementary students in area school districts to reframe brain…- By Lori SorensonMay 29, 2024Luverne’s 40th annual Buffalo Days Celebration is set for this weekend, with four days of events and activities for community participation. The lineup features classic Buffalo Days events like the Friday Night Cruise-In, Saturday morning run, Main Street parade and vendor event in the Courthouse Square. “We are excited to welcome everyone to Luverne this weekend,” said Luverne Chamber Director…
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