Disaster declared in Rock County
Preliminary estimates are over $2 million in public infrastructure damage as a result of the June 21-22 flood event.
Some areas receive 12+ inches of rain
Multiple 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.
Farmers tally losses of flood event; full impact on crops unknown until harvest
When floodwaters finally receded over the weekend, area farmers had a chance to assess the damages of crops under water and or washed away.
Service over self volunteers build, donate beds for 'Sweet Dreams' mission
This 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.
Early voting for Luverne primary starts June 28
Early voting for the Aug. 13 primary election is from June 28-Aug. 12.
Introduction to fishing
Representatives from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources spent two hours Friday morning at The Lake in Luverne instructing youth about fishing, fishing r
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By Mavis FodnessMay 08, 2024An essay written by Luverne sixth-grader Inge Gangestad was chosen as the best in the Luverne Rotary Club essay contest. As a result, Gangestad’s essay will move on to the District 5610 contest conducted in late April. Classmates Oliver Carbonneau (runner-up) and Cooper Thone (third) were also recognized. They are students in Deb Hoogendoorn’s class. The essays were written using the Rotary…
May 08, 2024The Luverne High School Class of 2024 gathered April 24 on the school campus for the annual senior group picture. This year the 92 students chose to pose with two International Harvester tractors outside the school’s performing arts center. Myhre Studio photographer Jim Juhl snapped the picture after getting all the students in position. The tradition started more than 25 years ago when the…
By Mavis FodnessMay 01, 2024The day after Hills-Beaver Creek High School hosted a junior-senior prom for students, residents from Tuff Memorial Home donned dresses and suits Saturday afternoon for their first prom in the same location. Organized by the Tuff Home’s life enrichment department, the residents senior prom was intended to spark memories of special events, connect residents with the community, and provide a fun…
By Lori SorensonMay 01, 2024Minnesota Department of Transportation personnel were in Luverne Tuesday, April 23, to discuss the 2026 Highway 75 construction project. The $9.3 million project will improve the road surface and pedestrian safety from Main Street to Veterans Drive. The work includes: •Reconstructing the road and finishing with concrete pavement with the three-lane configuration and bike lanes remaining in…
By Lori SorensonMay 01, 2024“Marlene and Darlene” will return to the stage next week for another comedy performance to raise money for Generations. The show will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 9, at the Historic Palace Theatre in Luverne. It will be the fifth Generations fundraiser performance for Luverne actresses Brenda Winter and DJ Luethje and their first return to the stage without the late George Bonnema. The theme of…
By Lori SorensonMay 01, 2024Infestations of the destructive emerald ash borer have been spreading across Minnesota over the past 15 years, and on Monday the Minnesota Department of Agriculture confirmed the first sighting in Rock County. An arborist working in Rock County discovered an EAB infestation near Beaver Creek about 5 miles from the South Dakota border and reported it to the MDA. EAB larvae were later found, and…- By Mavis FodnessMay 01, 2024Voters in the Ellsworth School District will decide if the current K-12 facility will receive $5 million in improvements. A special election is set for Tuesday, May 14. The last of three community information meetings is scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, in the school gymnasium. While the majority of the Ellsworth district is located in Nobles County, a small portion of Kanaranzi Township…
- By Mavis FodnessMay 01, 2024At their April 22 meeting, Hills-Beaver Creek School Board members hired three people to fill open positions for the 2024-25 school year. Teacher, guidance counselor and coach Dan Ellingson is retiring after 34 years with the district. Also, 2021 retiree Steve Wiertzema, who had been filling in as secondary physical education teacher and athletic director, resigned from those duties. The H-BC…
- By Mavis FodnessMay 01, 2024Edgerton Public Schools will complete $16.5 million in facility improvements in a bond referendum vote approved by district voters on April 9. Voters, some of whom include residents in portions of Battle Plain and Denver townships in Rock County, approved the district’s plan for the preschool through 12th grade. The plan calls for various site improvements and additions including: •adding a…
- May 01, 2024Two more professionals at Luverne Counseling have been trained as brainspotting clinicians. Rachal Noell, a licensed professional counselor, and Dr. Joy Dawson, a licensed psychologist, recently attended training to meet a growing need for the specialized therapy in Luverne and the tri-state area. Luverne Counseling owner and director Erica Hough is certified in brainspotting and is training to…
May 01, 2024Cats, dogs, rabbits and non-pet owners were characters on display Friday afternoon when the 72 kindergarten students of Luverne Elementary School performed “Best Pet Show Ever!” for friends and family in the performing arts center. The students were directed by Morgan Van Holland in the six-song program where each four pet groups received awards.
May 01, 2024The first of two Class of 2024 graduation ceremonies for the Rock County D.A.R.E. Program took place Monday at Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary School. The 28 students successfully completed the 10-week curriculum titled “Keeping it … REAL” or Refuse, Explain, Avoid and Leave. Students were provided basic information about substance abuse and other destructive behaviors and how to control their…
May 01, 2024Luverne High School juniors and seniors enjoy their Saturday night prom, whose theme was "Ballroom Brilliance," with a grand march featuring 105 couples who walked through thehigh school gym and across the stage of the performing arts center.
By Mavis FodnessApril 24, 2024The Luverne High School robotics team earned a Judges Choice Award at last week’s FIRST Robotic Competition World. FIRST means, “For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology.” The Judges Choice Award recognized Luverne students’ dedication beyond building and programming the 85-pound robot. “This team reaches out to local, state and federal representatives to strongly advocate…
By Mavis FodnessApril 24, 2024The Siouxland Sled Hockey Association brought on-ice practice to the Blue Mound Ice Arena in Luverne for the first time April 7 in honor of their newest member. Katie Fick, a 2018 LHS graduate, joined the team (dubbed the “Lightning”) this season and immediately fit into the group of 15 to 20 adults. “You can tell she was an athlete right away,” said volunteer Juli Duden. “Her experience in…
By Lori SorensonApril 24, 2024Blake Ziegler, a 2014 Luverne High School grad, ran the prestigious Boston Marathon on April 15, finishing in 2:43:47. His 6:15-minute-per-mile pace (a personal best) was good for 694th place, well toward the front of a pack of 30,000 runners. “Boston has been a lifelong goal of mine,” said the 28-year-old occupational therapist with Bergan Mercy Medical Center in Omaha. “And to be blessed…
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