Miller completes 'toughest row'
Although she didn’t set a world’s record rowing from California to Hawaii, Hardwick native Caitlin Miller is happy she completed the 2024 World’s Toughest Row.
County eyes former armory for Land Management Office
The state of Minnesota may give Rock County the former Luverne armory, and commissioners are considering using it for office and garage space to replace areas it rents from other en
Local committee announces second class of Alumni Hall of Fame, first class of Educator Hall of Fame
The Luverne Public Schools Hall of Fame Committee has announced the 2024 alumni inductees as well as first-time inductees to the new Luverne Educator Hall of Fame.
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.
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- By Lori SorensonAugust 10, 2015The city of Luverne acquired two properties — 309 West Main Street and 708 West Hatting Street — in July and the council took action on July 28 to designate the lots for public use. The residential lot on West Main Street is adjacent to the Blue Mound Liquor parking, located between Remedez and the liquor store on the south side of the street. “It’s in an area that probably should be in the city…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 10, 2015After 15 years in the business, Mike and Wanda Jarchow, Luverne, have sold Big Top Tent Rentals. In a July letter to customers, they introduced new owners Jordan and Stacey Smidt, Larchwood. “You can rest assured that you will receive the same top-notch service from Jordan and Stacey that we endeavored to provide ourselves,” their letter states. They said Jordan has 10 years of experience in the…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 10, 2015People interested in making improvements to residential or commercial properties are urged to apply for funding through the Small Cities Development Program. The city of Luverne was approved for a state grant of $941,760 for housing and commercial building rehabilitation in certain targeted areas of Luverne. Luverne Economic Development Director Holly Sammons was instrumental in securing the…
- By Mavis FodnessAugust 10, 2015More than 20 years after leaving Rock County to work in the Twin Cities, electrician Scott Loosbrock has returned home to start his own business. “The rural farming blood is in me,” he said. Loosbrock graduated from Luverne High School in 1994 and learned his trade from Southwestern Technical College in Canby. He briefly worked with local electrician Al Aanenson before settling in the Twin Cities…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 10, 2015People who attend the Rock River Beer Fest Saturday will enjoy more than 100 beer profiles, Luverne restaurant flair, live local music, commemorative beer fest mugs and a home brew contest with cash prizes. “This year’s event is bigger and better than ever,” said Luverne Area Chamber Director Jane Wildung Lanphere. “We have seven more breweries than last year. By serving over 100 beer profiles…
- By Mavis FodnessAugust 10, 2015As recycling materials begin making their way to Sioux Falls for processing, the cost for taking the materials will be zero — for now. Rock County Commissioners, however, are leery that could change, based on recent observations outside of the city of Luverne. Diapers, dog feces — and the latest, a barbeque grill complete with utensils — were recently thrown in one of the nine large canisters…
- By Mavis FodnessAugust 10, 2015Kenneth Fun Days, set annually for the weekend after the fair, is two days of organized activities for both young and old. “It’s a way to get together,” said organizer Kristy Vander Ziel. “People are so busy.” Fun Days kicked off Friday night, Aug. 7, with movie night. About three dozen children and adults gathered on the lawn behind the former Kenneth Lutheran Church building. Lying on blankets…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 03, 2015Luverne’s Keith Luethje was honored this summer for 60 continuous years of service to the American Legion. He was presented a Certificate of Continuous Membership that was “issued in grateful appreciation for faithful and dedicated allegiance to the ideals of the American Legion.” The certificate recognized Luethje’s 60 years of membership in good standing. “And be it further known that such…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 03, 2015The city of Luverne will spend approximately $400,000 to paint the water tower on Highway 75 next year. The scheduled maintenance will provide the opportunity to put the city logo “Luverne — Love the Life” on the tower tank. “We’re excited to get that tower branded,” Call said at the July 21 capital budget meeting. The north tower by the hospital was painted with the new logo last year. On the…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 03, 2015Performers in the Annual Rock County Talent Show took to the Palace Theatre stage in Luverne Wednesday night to sing, dance and entertain for judges and audience members. With a full program with more than 30 entries, the Palace auditorium was full and local talent showcased at its best. “It was a wonderful night at the Palace Theatre,” said Chamber Director Jane Wildung Lanphere. When the…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 03, 2015The city will spend nearly $2 million on the Luverne Loop hiking and biking path in the next five years. That’s according to discussion at the June 21 meeting to review the five-year capital improvement plan. Work on Phase 1 of the Luverne Loop bike and hiking path in 2016 is estimated to cost $692,378. That includes $100,000 for Creamery Pond site preparation, $20,000 for signs to direct people…
- By Jason BerghorstAugust 03, 2015Summer is a busy time of year for businesses in Luverne that cater to travelers. With the 75th anniversary of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in the Black Hills, local gas stations, restaurants, and other businesses have seen a steady stream of motorcyclists headed west on Interstate 90 during the last week. The rally, which officially began Monday, is expected to draw nearly one million people, and…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 03, 2015The head of Minnesota’s Department of Natural Resources traveled from St. Paul to Luverne Tuesday night on a mission to promote outstate tourism. “A lot of people don’t realize how beautiful prairies are,” said DNR Commissioner Tom Landwehr. “They have a very subtle beauty, and you don’t appreciate them until you get out in them and walk through them.” At last fall’s Pheasant Opener, a Twin…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 03, 2015Sears in Luverne is closing Aug. 29, according to a statement released this week by storeowners Jeff and Amy Cook. “This was a tough decision … and we appreciate all the support over the last couple of years,” the release stated. The announcement marks the end of another short chapter of local Sears ownership in a book comprised of short chapters. The Cooks bought the business in June 2013 from…
- By Lori SorensonAugust 03, 2015The Luverne City Council is considering nearly $2.5 million in capital purchases next year, according to a July 21 budget discussion in City Hall. That compares similarly to capital spending in 2014 and 2015 and an anticipated $4.5 million in 2017. The council met with city department heads to review upcoming spending in the areas of fire, government buildings, parks and recreation, streets,…
- By Mavis FodnessAugust 03, 2015When father and son duo Shaun and Shamus Evans traveled through Rock County Tuesday morning, the event meant they were halfway to completing their 3,205-mile run from Seattle, Washington, to New York City. The Evans’ journey is to generate awareness for Ainsley’s Angels, which promotes inclusion and active lifestyles for children with disabilities. Ainsley’s Angels is a non-profit organization…
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