Hot, hot hot dogs!
The 62nd annual Hot Dog Night July 11 in Luverne drew thousands of people who consumed 15,000 hot dogs.
Food rescue program brings Kwik Trip, Food Shelf together
Twice a week local volunteers gather food items from the Kwik Trip in Luverne for Thursday distribution at the Rock County Food Shelf.
Capistran considered Army band before going into teaching
Editor’s note: Four educators from Luverne Public Schools packed up their lesson books, cleaned their desks and retired from positions they held for a combined 124 years.
Library friends add green space
Friends of the Rock County Library typically support activities and special projects inside the library.
Luverne celebrates Fourth of July
Luverne community leaders and volunteers hosted a full day of Fourth of July activities at The Lake on Thursday, July 4.
Experts advise farmers how to 'restart' flooded acres
Following flood damage to local crops, farmers are considering options for soil that was supposed to grow corn and soybeans.
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- By Mavis FodnessJuly 03, 2024A $3 million property tax abatement moved forward June 24 when the Hills-Beaver Creek School Board unanimously passed the resolution. The money will fund construction and improvement of parking lots within the district. Favorable interest rates and rising market values allowed the district to add to the $29.975 million bond referendum that H-BC district voters approved in 2023 without…
By Mavis FodnessJuly 03, 2024Service Over Self 2024 ended June 27 with a tribute to one of its dedicated adult volunteers. Student and adult volunteers honored George Bonnema’s memory Thursday afternoon by planting an Armstrong Gold Maple in the boulevard garden near the corner of Estey and Main streets in Luverne. Bonnema faithfully led landscaping projects during the annual Service Over Self mission week each June, and…- By Mavis FodnessJuly 03, 2024In the past week, cost estimates for damage to public infrastructure increased by $500,000. Estimates originally placed damage at $2 million just days after the June 21-22 flood event. Now estimates are at $2.5 million, as more flood damages are discovered. “We continue to uncover stuff,” said County Administrator Kyle Oldre. Rock County declared a disaster emergency to state officials June…
- By Lori SorensonJuly 03, 2024As flood waters continue to recede in Rock County, damage estimates continue pouring in to emergency management officials organizing for disaster relief aid. “This will continue for an extended period of time,” Rock County Emergency Management Director Kyle Oldre said Friday. “We’re asking that the public have a little patience. Our contractors are stretched thin, but we’re doing the best we…
July 03, 2024The Hills-Beaver Creek High School Class of 1974 celebrated their 50th class reunion June 8. Pictured are (front, from left) John Steen, Glenda (Wassenaar) McGaffee, Deb (Hoff) Leuthold, Ron Hup, Sharon A. (Boeve) Fraser, Sharon K. (Boeve) Hup, Mike McFarland, Cynthia (Severtson) Aldrich, Wendy (Kuehl) Famodu, (back) Waunda (Schowenburg) Gesink, Leon Kracht, Joni (Helgeson) Worm, Doug Olson,…
By Mavis FodnessJune 26, 2024Preliminary 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, as the first step in qualifying for state and federal reimbursement for the repairs. Commissioners formally adopted the emergency resolution Monday afternoon in a special meeting. “The impact is substantial countywide,”…
By Lori SorensonJune 26, 2024Multiple 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 drifted cross the upper Midwest prompting rainfall exceeding 5 inches over the weekend, bringing five-day totals to more than 12 inches in some areas of Rock County. No travel was advised in…
By Lori SorensonJune 26, 2024When 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 took the brunt of the five-day flood event, especially in the Rock River flood plain. “Those areas are drowned out,” he said. “I don’t see a that a lot of that will survive.” Crops,…
By Lori SorensonJune 26, 2024This 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, painting projects, landscaping and other home-improvement-type work. But a new project this year is the “Sweet Dreams” initiative that is building and distributing beds for families…
By Lori SorensonJune 26, 2024Early 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. Pat Baustian will face two challengers in his bid for re-election as Luverne mayor after Isaac DeBoer and Willy Baker also filed for election to the office of mayor. Dan Nath will also face two challengers for his North…- By Mavis FodnessJune 26, 2024Two local funeral directors and Southwest Health and Human Services disagree about how public dollars should be spent on the final disposition of bodies when financial assistance is requested. On May 1, SWHHS updated its policy that stipulates cremation as the primary disposal method, and no other funeral add-ons can be completed without jeopardizing the $3,900 payment. If family members, a…
- June 26, 2024As Minnesotans deal with the heat and humidity this summer, Animal Humane Society is sharing tips for keeping your pets safe, cool, and comfortable: *On hot days, leave your pet inside with the air conditioning on. If you are outside with your dog, ensure they have access to plenty of shade and fresh water in a tip-proof bowl. *Limit exercise to morning or evening hours. Take extra care with…
- June 26, 2024With the risk of flooding increasing in many parts of the state, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) urges private well users to prepare for the possibility that their wells might flood. If you get your drinking water from a private well, taking these preventative actions now may help protect that water from becoming contaminated. If your well is in a flood-prone area and you have time,…
June 26, 2024Friday morning, June 22, the Luverne Fire Department responded to a semitrailer rollover on the east-bound lane of Interstate 90 near Magnolia. The semi was 80 percent underwater due to flash floods in the area, with two victims located on top of the semi.- June 26, 2024From the Rock County Highway Department: Due to the June 21 - 22 flood event, the following roads are closed for damage incurred and will not reopen until repairs are completed. Some roads may be closed for weeks. - County Highway 3 (190th Avenue) from the Iowa/Minnesota State Line (11th Street) to County Highway 1 (41st Street) is expected to be reopened later this week. - County Highway 58 (…
- By Mavis FodnessJune 26, 2024Three charter members of the Hardwick American Legion Post 478 will lead the Hardwick Jubilee Days parade on Saturday. The parade begins at 7 p.m. Lowell Ahrendt, Harold Kindt and Russell Wenzel were chosen by Hardwick Community Club members to lead the parade. The three served in the Korean War and became members of the post when it organized in 1957. The men, all in their 90s, continue the…
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