Luverne may soon have fiber-to-the home internet access, according to discussion at the March 19 city cable board meeting. 

Representatives with Bluepeak announced plans to bring fiber to Luverne at the meeting where they also answered the board’s questions about the process. 

Luverne’s first- and second-graders took to the stage for their spring programs on March 27 at the performing arts center. Both programs told heartwarming stories alongside the music.

The 2026-27 school year calendar is still up for debate among Luverne School Board members who voted at their March 26 meeting to table a decision.

The board opted to delay the decision after receiving an additional calendar proposal backed by the Luverne Education Association. 

Rock County deputy Jeff Stratton last week announced his intention to file for election as sheriff in the fall general election. 

Luverne Superintendent Craig Oftedahl announced his retirement during the school board’s March 26 meeting but hopes to stay on in his position with the district. 

The retirement, which is effective June 30, comes with an opportunity for Oftedahl to be rehired. 

In cities across the country, millions took to the streets Saturday in protest against the policies of President Trump and his administration. 

Due to the high cost of investment in farm machinery, an ever-increasing number of farm operations are hiring other farm operators to provide some or all of their machinery resources for their farm operation. 

Question: I just purchased a pull behind camper. I have never owned or pulled one before. What do I need to know? 

Midwest Family Mutual Insurance Company of Urbandale, Iowa, announces that Buffalo Ridge Insurance has been named to their prestigious for the 18th straight year. 

This award recognizes outstanding continued service to customers and community and superior performance.