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Pipestone County Star

Pipestone Publishing Co.

Local news & features for Pipestone, MN. Community journalism brought to audio from the pages of the Pipestone County Star. Government, business, features, and sports all available here.

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2:45

HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS: Seven local softball players...

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/07/05

LAMBERTON — Four Edgerton/Southwest Minnesota Christian and three Russell-Tyler-Ruthton softball players earned all-conference honors. It was another successful season for the Flying Dutchmen, who finished with an 18-9 record and 10-2 in Red Rock Conference games. E/SWC split conference games with Adrian-Ellsworth and eventual league champion Murray County Central. Russell-Tyler-Ruthton (7-14) was fifth overall in Red Rock games with a 4-8 mark. Eventual Section 3A champion Wabasso ousted RTR...

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6:43

HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS: Red Rock Conference honors lists

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/07/05

INFORMATION BASEBALL All-Red Rock Conference Chase Christianson, Russell-Tyler-Ruthton; Eli Determan, RTR; Brayden Chandler, RTR; Tyler Wichmann, RTR; Cameron Fenske, Edgerton/Southwest Minnesota Christian; Josh Groen, E/SWC; Trevin Prins, E/SWC; Blake Schultz, E/SWC; Brenton Erdman, Heron Lake-Okabena-Fulda; Dillon Smith, HLOF; Tanner Schultz, Mountain Lake Area-Comfrey; Travis Weiss, Adrian-Ellsworth; Joe Rahe, A-E; Kyler Kunkel, A-E; Matt Giester, A-E; Austin Imker, Red Rock Central/Westbr...

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1:06

COLLEGE SPOTLIGHT: UMAC honors 3 for academic work

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2025/07/05

ST. PAUL — Three Pipestone Area Schools graduates were honored for their academic work on the collegiate level in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference. University of Northwestern (Roseville, Minn.) freshman indoor and outdoor track and field athlete Naomi Wallace was named academic all-conference. Bethany Lutheran College (Mankato, Minn.) women’s basketball players Aubrea Kor and Arinn McGee also were recognized. Individual students who earn a 3.5 grade-point average or better d...

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0:52

COLLEGE SPOTLIGHT: Morningside's Draper praised for...

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/07/05

SIOUX CITY, Iowa — Morningside University sophomore sprinter Meredith Draper recently earned another academic distinction. College Sports Communicators released its academic all-district list for women’s track and field on Tuesday, June 24. Draper, an elementary education major, was among five Mustangs on the list. Teammates Courtney Sporrer, Jolee Mesz, Nicole Zuehl and Kinsey Alt all joined Draper. The CSC Academic All-American program recognizes the nation’s top student-athletes for a comb...

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3:33

LOCAL: #LiveLikeJoe golf, bean bag tourneys July 12

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/07/05

Golfers and bean bag throwers are set to participate in the second annual #LiveLikeJoe Memorial Tournament Saturday, July 12. The tournament honors the legacy of Joe Douty, who passed away during the summer of 2023. “It means a lot,” said Alison Douty, Joe’s wife. “Our biggest hope is to keep Joe’s memory alive and make sure no one forgets him or what a great man he was. This day includes all of Joe’s favorites, food, drinks, fun, games and the people who loved and cared about him.” Lejendary...

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4:28

GOLF COURSE SPOTLIGHT: River Ridge's No. 4 is a beast

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/07/05

(Editor’s Note: The Pipestone Country Star will be running an eight-part series on local golf courses to promote the game from this issue through Aug. 21.) GARRETSON, S.D. — Golfers who enjoy a challenging par-5 should make River Ridge Golf Course an appointment destination. “River Ridge has one of the longest par-5’s in the Midwest,” boasts the official course guide. From the blue tee, Hole No. 4 plays 601 yards. There are three other tee-box lengths: 451 yards (red), 471 yards (gold) and 55...

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1:05

LOCAL: Little Arrow wrestling camp set July 21

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/07/05

The Pipestone Area Schools wrestling team will be conducting its annual Arrow Camp from Monday-Wednesday, July 21-23. The first session for kindergartners through sixth-graders will run from 10 a.m. to noon. A second session for junior high and high school wrestlers will be from 2-4:30 p.m. All instruction will take place in the PAS wrestling room. South Dakota State University wrestler Cael Swensen will serve as guest clinician. He has been a two-time NCAA Division I Tournament qualifier for...

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6:45

HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL AWARDS: Douty is 2nd-team all-state

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/27

Pipestone Area Schools three-sport athlete Kaysa Douty capped her sophomore season with a heap of softball honors. The Minnesota Fastpitch Coaches Association named Douty to Class AA’s second team, and she also was an all-Section 3AA player. Douty pitched and played shortstop for the Arrows. What’s more, Douty was one of two Arrows chosen to be on the all-Big South Conference squad when honors were released on Friday, June 6 — by league secretary and Redwood Valley activities director Andy Ou...

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5:48

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL AWARDS: Five PAS players decorated

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2025/06/27

Five Pipestone Area baseball players received plaudits when the Big South Conference released its all-league honors. Big South secretary and Redwood Valley activities director Andy Ourada distributed accolades to local media on Tuesday, June 17. “We had some good players, and it speaks to the ability of the kids,” PAS head baseball coach and activities director Rick Zollner said. These are the rewards for playing baseball. What’s more, Coach Zollner announced senior infielder/catcher/pitcher ...

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3:35

HIGH SCHOOL GOLF AWARDS: PAS' DeBates, Brockberg ...

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2025/06/27

Two Pipestone Area Schools golfers earned their way onto the boys and girls all-Big South Conference squads, respectively. The teams were officially released on Thursday, June 12, by Big South Conference league secretary and Redwood Valley High School activities director Andy Ourada. “It was one of my goals this season,” said PAS junior Matt DeBates, who aspires to play collegiate-level golf, of making the all-Big South boys team. “This shows me I can compete with the rest of the guys in the ...

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0:55

LOCAL: Calendar from June 30-July 4

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/27

INFORMATION CALENDAR Monday, June 30 Legion Baseball 5 p.m., Pipestone Post No. 6 at Luverne, Cardinal Field (junior followed by senior) Tuesday, July 1 Legion Baseball 5 p.m., Pipestone Post No. 6 at Tracy (junior followed by senior) Wednesday, July 2 Amateur Baseball 7:30 p.m., Hadley Buttermakers at Pipestone A’s, City Field 8 p.m., Elkton Snappers at Volga Cormorants Friday, July 4 Special Event 11 a.m., Ruthton Fourth of July celebration, parade, lineup begins at Peace Lutheran Chu...

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3:19

AMATEUR BASEBALL: A's net forfeit win over Cubs

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/26

The Pipestone A’s will receive a forfeit victory from Sunday’s home game versus the Worthington Cubs. “No game today due to a lack of Cubs’ players,” was posted on the Worthington Cubs’ Facebook page during Sunday morning. The A’s Facebook followed suit, stating the game had been cancelled. A’s head coach Avery Ploeger said the two teams attempted to find a make-up date that worked for both sides; however, nothing came to fruition. The final decision rested with Gopher League and other associ...

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2:51

HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TENNIS: PAS' Winter named...

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/26

Pipestone Area Schools’ Makhi Winter was named to the all-Big South Conference West Division boys tennis team. Awards were released on Friday, June 6. Winter along with doubles partner Brady Dunn, reached the second round of the Section 3A individual tournament in mid-May at Huether Family Match Pointe in Sioux Falls, S.D. PAS head coach James Skyberg let Winter decide whether he would play singles or doubles during the season. Makhi ultimately opted to play a mix of both formats. “It’s the b...

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0:38

LOCAL: Edgerton site of pickleball tournament

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/26

EDGERTON — The Edgerton Pickleball Association will be having two tournaments during the 75th Annual Dutch Festival this year. Tournaments will take place at Edgerton City Park. The first tournament is a recreational event from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday, July 12. This will be formatted as a round robin. The cost is . There also will be a competitive tournament on both Friday and Saturday, July 11-12. There will be a round robin and bracket play. The cost is . For information, call Dena Berghorst ...

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0:37

LOCAL: Jasper offers swim lessons through Luverne...

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/26

JASPER — Swimming lessons are available for Jasper youth through Luverne Aquatics. Lessons will begin on Monday, July 7 and run through Thursday, July 17, from 10:15-10:55 a.m. The cost is per child. Transportation from Jasper to Luverne and back will be provided, with pick up and drop off at City Park. Go to the city of Luverne website or scan a QR code available at: https://clients.municipalimpact.com/documents/669/Luverne_Swimming_Lessons_2025.pdf. For information, call Luverne Aquatic Ce...

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3:13

PIPESTONE WEEKENDER: Cruizers car show Saturday

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/26

For Roughly the past 15 years, the Pipestone Cruizers Car Show has been a staple of the Water Tower Festival. “It’s great to see all the classy cars,” said Cruizers member Ron Belcher, whose event brings much enjoyment to vehicle enthusiasts across the board. The show is open to traditional cars, trucks, imports, motorcycles, tractors, rat rods and even golf carts. A rat rod, according to Wikipedia, is a style of custom car with a “deliberate, unfinished appearance built to be driven.” This c...

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1:24

PIPESTONE WEEKENDER: Prairie Riders Fun Show Sunday

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/26

The Prairie Riders Saddle Club Fun Show will take place on Sunday, June 29, at the Pipestone County Fairgrounds. The Pipestone Jaycees co-sponsor the event. County fairgrounds are located at 422 10th Avenue SE in Pipestone. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with the first event at 10 a.m. Beginners 11 years old and younger will be charged , with leading allowed. The cost is for all other age groups: juniors (12-17), intermediate (18-30) and seniors (31 years of age and older). The entry fee cov...

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0:39

LOCAL: Trap shooting leagues forming now

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/26

The Pipestone Sportsmen’s Club will soon be offering competitive trap shooting leagues. League play will open on Wednesday, July 2, with the season running through Aug. 27. Register either as an individual, or with your team. There will be men’s, women’s and co-ed divisions, and it’s open to club members and non-members. Everyone is welcome. For information and registration, call either Joe Schelhaas at 1-507-215-2401 or Heine Walhof at 1-507-220-5960 — or log onto the website: www.pipestones...

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1:30

LOCAL: Calendar of events from June 23-29

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/20

LOCAL CALENDAR Monday, June 23 Legion Baseball 6:30 p.m., Heron Lake-Okabena at Pipestone, juniors, City Field 7 p.m., Russell-Tyler-Ruthton at Adrian-Ellsworth 7 p.m., Edgerton at Worthington Wednesday, June 25 Amateur Baseball 7:30 p.m., Pipestone at Windom, Island Park 8 p.m., Lake Norden Lakers at Elkton Snappers Thursday, June 26 Legion Baseball 5 p.m., Russell-Tyler-Ruthton at Tracy-Milroy-Balaton (juniors then seniors) 5 p.m., Adrian-Ellsworth at Pipestone, City Field...

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6:45

STORM CENTER: PAS alumni remember winning true team

Pipestone County Star ·

2025/06/20

STILLWATER — Pipestone Area Schools track and field athlete Troy Mead reported he stood up in front of his teammates, and apologized. Mead was sorry for his false start to open a 4x200-meter relay at the Section 3A meet. Arrow teammates rallied around him. “I was devastated,” said Mead, now a Sioux Falls-based firefighter working in the hazardous materials division. “We all came together. We said, ‘Where do we go from here?’” The Arrows ultimately earned their way to the state true team meet ...

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