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Blue Mound Trail opens after resurfacing
By Lori Sorenson
September 03, 2025
Construction barriers were removed last week on Blue Mound Trail between Luverne and the Blue Mounds State Park. The 4.2 miles of trail had been closed to users since June for a mill-off and overlay project to repair surface cracking. It was the first resurfacing of the trail since it was built in 2003. Contractors removed 2 ½ inches of bituminous pavement and 2 ½ inches of aggregate beneath…
Hardwick Gas Stop returns to service; possible sale
By Mavis Fodness
October 16, 2024
Since May Hardwick’s sole source for gas and diesel has been closed due to a weather event that damaged the electronic connections to the pumps. The new equipment for the 24-hour self-service station is on its way, thanks to the Hardwick City Council’s decision to repair the popular service in the community. At the Oct. 8 council meeting, council members decided to consider selling the business…
Winter: 'I encourage all parents to respectfully let your voices be heard on this issue — for the children.'
July 21, 2020
To the Editor: The Minnesota Department of Education will announce on July 27 whether or not to open Minnesota schools this fall. I advocate for Luverne and other Minnesota schools to fully reopen on schedule. The Luverne Public School District is one of the best around. We have wonderful, gifted teachers who love to guide and mold our young people into becoming strong,…