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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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Unusually high levels of rabies observed in Pipestone...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/19

Some parts of Minnesota, including Pipestone County, are experiencing a higher than typical number of rabies cases in skunks and cattle this year, according to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The agency recently sent out a rabies alert notice for Pipestone, Rock and Stearns counties. “The alert was really just for some general situational awareness for people to maybe be a little bit more aware of wildlife this year,” said Carrie Klumb, senior epidemiologist with the MDH. In a typic...

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2:22

Dave's Guns moves to old Pizza Hut building in Pipestone

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/18

Change is afoot at the former Pizza Hut building along U.S. Highway 75 and state Hwy. 23 in Pipestone. The building had most recently been an antique store called nine Vintiques, which was owned by LeWayne Carlson, of Marshall. Dave and Sheila Sommers bought the building in July and are remodeling it for multiple uses, including growing Dave’s Guns. Dave opened the gun shop as a side business in 2016 at S&S Truck Repair. He sold S&S to his stepdaughter, Kayla Smith, and her husband, G...

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2:54

The Lofty Stitch opens in Pipestone

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/17

Robin Schulte recently opened a longarm quilting studio, called The Lofty Stitch, in her Pipestone home. The Brookings native said the quilting business is her “side hustle” for now and her full-time job is with Pathward, a corporate bank in Sioux Falls. Her goal is to eventually build up a client base, retire from her financial services career and focus on quilting. Schulte said she’s been interested in quilting for many years, but was hesitant to take it on while she was raising her family....

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2:26

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Edgerton opens 2024 slate with...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

EDGERTON — The Edgerton High School football program is rich in tradition under head coach Andrew Fleischman. The Flying Dutch, coming off a 9-2 season, will open the 2024 campaign on Thursday, Aug. 29, at home versus New Ulm Cathedral. Edgerton then hits the road for a Friday, Sept. 6, game at Mountain Lake Area. Athletic director Eric Schultz reported the Homecoming game will be on Friday, Oct. 4, versus Cedar Mountain. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. The Flying Dutch also have home games versus ...

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1:57

LOCAL: Sports calendar from Aug. 23-29

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

INFORMATION SCHEDULE Friday, Aug. 23 Football 7 p.m., Waubay/Summit at Elkton-Lake Benton, Parents Night Saturday, Aug. 24 Football 10 a.m., Edgerton at Red Rock Central, scrimmage, Lamberton 10 a.m., Pipestone at Russell-Tyler-Ruthton, scrimmage, Tyler Girls Tennis 9 a.m., Pipestone Area at Worthington Invitational Volleyball Big South Crossover 1 p.m., Pipestone Area vs. Waseca, at New Ulm 2 p.m., Russell-Tyler-Ruthton vs. Bird Island-Olivia (BOLD), at New Prague Monday, Aug. 26 Boys ...

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2:42

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: PAS hires Kallevig to work in...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

The Pipestone Area Schools district officially hired Sean Kallevig at its regularly scheduled board meeting in May. In the classroom, Kallevig will be serving as a world history, psychology and sociology instructor. What’s more, Kallevig gives the Arrows an adaptable coach for three different sports: football, wrestling and baseball. “He had lots of experience being at Adrian the past seven years,” PAS head football coach and dean of students Scott Booomgaarden said. “He’s a knowledgeable guy...

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3:03

STATE PARKS SPOTLIGHT: Become a beachcomber at Split...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

IHLEN — Before summer is done and dusted, how about a trip to the beach? Split Rock Creek State Park, Pipestone County’s state facility, features a man-made beach that provides local water recreation opportunities — including swimming. “A sandy, shallow area provides a great location for families to swim,” says Split Rock Creek literature. The facility is less than an eight-mile drive from downtown Pipestone. The Works Progress Administration, under the guidance of then President Franklin Del...

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3:05

PIPESTONE COUNTY FAIR 2024: Bartels' voice engages...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

With his booming voice carrying throughout the Pipestone County Fairgrounds grandstand, Dale Bartels commanded attention. Bartels served as public address announcer for the National Tractor Pullers Association and United Pullers of Minnesota-sanctioned event during the fair on Friday, Aug. 2. It also served as a homecoming for the Pipestone native. “It’s my hometown,” Bartels said, “and it’s always special. I played football and summer baseball (at the grandstand). The fair always was a highl...

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0:34

LOCAL EVENT: Bole-Mor sets September league meetings

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

Bole-Mor Lanes of Pipestone has set dates for bowling league sign-ups and informational meetings. These meetings are for teams and substitutes. The ladies league will convene at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4. Mixed league meets at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5. According to the bowling center’s Facebook page, the mixed league still has two team openings and the women’s one. For information, log on to bolemorlanes.com or call 1-507-562-2531.Article Link

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2:26

Second person charged in 2022 fentanyl death

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

A second woman has been charged with murder by selling fentanyl in relation to the November 2022 death of Justin Rops, of Pipestone. Breeann Lenore Krueger, 32, of Burnsville, was charged on Aug. 8 with third-degree murder by selling a controlled substance, a felony punishable by up to 25 years imprisonment and a ,000 fine. The charges against her follow charges of third-degree murder by selling a controlled substance and third-degree sale of fentanyl against Miranda Michelle Sanow, 26, of St...

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4:39

Civil War veteran to be honored in Jasper

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

On the north side of the Jasper Cemetery is a small, white, weathered stone with a metal star that says Veteran. On the stone is the name William Ellis Stork. While his stone may be nondescript, Stork has the distinction of being the last Union veteran of the Civil War to be buried in Pipestone County. On Saturday, Aug. 17 at 1 p.m., the Col. William Colvill Camp 56 Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) will recognize Stork as such with a ceremony at the Jasper Cemetery. Jim Johnson...

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5:10

Pipestone Area Schools calls for parental partnership...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

By Dr. Klint W. Willert, PAS Superintendent of Schools At Pipestone Area Schools, we believe that education is a shared responsibility. As we prepare to launch the new school year, we know that for our students to thrive and reach their fullest potential, it’s crucial that parents and guardians join hands with the district in the educational process. This includes the academic work of the classroom as well as supporting and enforcing important school policies. This year, the district is...

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2:59

Fantastically Frozen

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/16

The cooler temps this past week (after a scorching hot week at the Pipestone County Fair last week) has been much appreciated. The drop in temperature was perfect to set the stage for the Frozen Jr. production put on by Arts & Mentoring Project (AMP) in our community over the weekend. With three older sisters in the house, our little man at 2.5 years old has experienced a lot in his short lifetime. Just this summer, some of those experiences accumulated on the list include: late nights at...

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HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TENNIS: Arrows enter the fire Saturday

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/15

Unlike other autumn sports, Minnesota scholastic girls tennis players enter the fire immediately. The Arrows will have five practice days until the regular-season openers set for Saturday. Benson will square off with PAS at 11 a.m., followed by Morris Area, at the tennis courts. Pipestone is coming off a 5-9 season. MACCRAY eliminated the Arrows, 4-3, in the opening round of the Section 3A team tournament on Oct. 5, 2023. PAS won all three doubles matches thanks to graduated Alyssa Enger and ...

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3:04

FEATURE STORY: Arrow boosters have vital function in...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/15

The Pipestone Arrows Athletic Booster Club provides PAS student-athletes with a leg up. Club leadership features Marci Mahik president, Megan Moeller vice president, Kyle Caskey treasurer and Mark Mahik secretary. Meetings are typically conducted on the first Wednesday of each month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Pipestone County Courthouse community room — which is located on the basement level. “It’s a privilege and an honor to be part of a club that positively impacts our children, and then al...

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1:34

COLLEGE WRESTLING: SMSU receives Super Regional bid

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/15

MARSHALL — City of Marshall civic leaders had every reason to rejoice on Wednesday, July 26. That’s when the NCAA Division II Championships Committee officially announced Southwest Minnesota State University as host of a 2026 NCAA Division II Super Region wrestling tournament at the R/A Facility. The one-day event has been scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. “SMSU is excited to (serve as) host for this outstanding championship,” SMSU director of athletics Jen Flowers said in a prepared sta...

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LOCAL EVENT: Prairie Riders set Sunday program

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/15

The Prairie Riders Saddle Club will conduct a playdate fun show on Sunday at the Pipestone County Fairgrounds horse arena. The event begins at 10 a.m., with the Pipestone Jaycees serving as the co-sponsor. The entry fee is for beginners — with leading allowed — and for all other age groups, juniors, intermediate and seniors. The entry cost covers everything except “Ride A Buck.” Prizes will be awarded through fifth place. Categories are as follows: pole weaving, keyhole, softball toss, west...

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0:22

HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY: We're talking about practice

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/15

The Pipestone County Star was there for the second practice of the season for the Pipestone Area Schools' boys and girls cross country teams. The Star will be running a season preview in the Thursday, Aug. 22, edition. The first two meets are scheduled for Marshall (Aug. 26) and Tracy-Milroy-Balaton (Sept. 5). Article Link

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1:45

Hiniker and DeBates earn Premier Showmanship trophies

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

Aiden Hiniker, 18, won the Champion Premier Showmanship trophy and Will DeBates, 19, won the Reserve Champion Premier Showmanship trophy Saturday, Aug. 3 at the Pipestone County Fair. “It means a lot,” Hiniker said. “My mom and dad always talked about how cool it is to have that award. Back when my dad showed, he was reserve, so they’re always saying, ‘You’ve got to win premier, so you can one up him.’” His parents are Mark and Carrie Hiniker. Now that he has one upped his dad, he gave the cr...

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PHOTO GALLERY: Pipestone County Fair happenings

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

Here are some sports-related photos from the Pipestone County Fair, which was conducted from Wednesday, July 31-Saturday, Aug. 3. These photos are from either sports editor Eric Viccaro, or contributed images. Article Link

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