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Students from the Today and Tomorrow’s Tradesmen class complete the decking on the 2023-24 house project Friday afternoon. Pictured are (from left) Holden Overgaard, Jacob Madison, Kaden Stephenson, Tyler Rolfs, Mitchell Sauer, Kaden Kaufman, teacher Darrel Van Aartsen and Tucker Dammann. Mavis Fodness/Rock County Star Herald Photo
Students from the Today and Tomorrow’s Tradesmen class complete the decking on the 2023-24 house project Friday afternoon. Pictured are (from left) Holden Overgaard, Jacob Madison, Kaden Stephenson, Tyler Rolfs, Mitchell Sauer, Kaden Kaufman, teacher Darrel Van Aartsen and Tucker Dammann. Mavis Fodness/Rock County Star Herald Photo

High school construction class to build second home

Again this year, nine Luverne High School seniors are building a house through the school’s Today and Tomorrow’s Tradesmen program.

Rim2Rim4aCause

A team of Rock County hikers traveled the Grand Canyon from the north rim to the south rim in a single day Oct. 20 to raise money for local brain health.

History to gain more presence in community

Later this month the Rock County Historical Society (RCHS) will offer a series of community outreach initiatives, starting with “War Games” Saturday, Nov. 11, at the History Center.

City approves ordinance to regulate pull tab revenue

A new city ordinance will regulate lawful gambling in Luverne to ensure that 80 percent of gambling proceeds is spent in the community.

Community Events Nov. 2, 2023

Luverne High School Choir concert Nov. 2

Hills adopts lawful gambling ordinance

Lawful gambling is now regulated in the city of Hills due to a newly adopted ordinance.

Ready for cold weather?

As weather turns cold, homeowners and renters can take steps now to save money, save energy and stay warm. The Minnesota Department of Commerce offers resources for home weatherization and energy efficiency.

Two by Two

With eyes big as saucers, our granddaughters surveyed the scene before them.

We were at The Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky, about an hour from where the girls live.

Pheasant hunting, football watching make for perfect fall weekend

So on most Monday mornings around our office, conversation usually starts with “Did you have a nice weekend?”

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