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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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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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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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1:05

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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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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4:11

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TENNIS: Arrows enter the fire Saturday

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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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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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0:16

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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4:13

RESULTS: 2024 Pipestone County Fair pole bending,...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

INFORMATION PIPESTONE COUNTY FAIR RESULTS At The Fairgrounds Thursday, Aug. 1 Pole Bending (Name, Horse, Time) Youth Jackpot 1D Placings 1, Kylie Wiittnebel, Mercy, 21.973; 2, Makayla Cross, Kix, 22.714; 3, Serie Risty, Pete, 23.083 2D Placings 1, Hatty Fey, Sage, 24.008; 2, Rayah Kuiper, Spice, 24.456; 3, Kelsey Sneller, KC Shady Cash, 25.295 3D Placings 1, Jack Goelz, Cinch, 26.280; 2, Harper Hanisch, Chica, 26.320; 3, Jasmine Fuller, Shesa Hard Rock, 26.580 Main Poles Jackpot 1D Plac...

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2:26

OUTDOORS: Prairie Bush Clover Natural Area protects...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

LAKEFIELD — Nestled between Windom and Jackson is Kilen Woods State Park. The park is located roughly 77 miles from downtown Pipestone, making it an easy day excursion for most outdoor enthusiasts. While this park is not as lavish as Blue Mounds, Camden or Lake Shetek State Parks, there still are plenty of amenities to check out. The Des Moines River is the notable water feature at Kilen Woods, and two of the premier sites at the facility are Dinosaur Ridge Overlook and the Prairie Bush Clove...

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2:52

RECAP: Fantastic pulls entertain Pipestone fairgoers

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

The National Tractor Pullers Association-sanctioned truck and tractor pull last Friday at the Pipestone County Fair was competitive from start to finish. Michael Lee Adams, in the pro stock semi class, recorded the best pull of the evening. Adams, from Carver, pulled his Stier Trucking unit 349.488 feet, winning the class by more than 15 feet. Brainerd’s Justin Schlegel was tops in the super stock four-wheel drive class with a pull of 333.906, about 1.5 feet further than Ben Lunderby — a cont...

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Minneota up first for RTR

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

TYLER — The Russell-Tyler-Ruthton 2024 football schedule will feature seven sub-district opponents. The opener, however, will be a crossover contest with meaty Minneota on the road Thursday, Aug. 29. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. The Vikings have been a powerhouse since for NFL standout Les Josephson’s days back in the 1950s. Minneota downed RTR, 55-6, last season in Tyler with Blake Christensen accounting for the Knights’ only score on a 23-yard TD run. The Vikings’ potent offense gained more th...

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Yost hopes to charge the Arrow...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

The Pipestone Area Schools’ football team will have a new offensive coordinator this season. In steps Andy Yost, who was officially hired by the PAS school district in January. Yost was most recently an assistant coach at Dakota State University in nearby Madison, S.D. “Obviously, getting a guy with all of his experience is good for our guys,” PAS head football coach Scott Boomgaarden said. “We’re going to use his knowledge to be the best offense we can be,” added Boomgaarden, who said the pl...

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1:32

LOCAL: Sports calendar from Aug. 17-22

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

INFORMATION HIGH SCHOOLS AND SPECIAL EVENTS This Week’s Schedule Saturday, Aug. 17 Girls Tennis 11 a.m., Benson at Pipestone Area, Pipestone Courts 1:30 p.m., Morris Area at Pipestone Area, Pipestone Courts Special Events Golf 10 a.m., Pipestone Country Club championship, men, women 3-on-3 Basketball 10 a.m., Tournament, Harmon Park Sunday, Aug. 18 Special Event Golf 10 a.m., Pipestone Country Club championship, men, women Monday, Aug. 19 Football 8 a.m., Pipestone Area Schools, first day of ...

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3:48

HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL: Summer Slam helps PAS, RTR...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/13

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Seven years ago, Adrenaline Volleyball devised a summer tournament to help elevate the profile of the sport. Thus, the Summer Slam tournament began — which has turned into a much-needed top-flight event at The Pentagon. This year’s field featured 64 high schools from across Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska. Russell-Tyler-Ruthton took advantage of the tournament, placing in a tie for third with West Fargo (N.D.) in the two-day extravaganza on Monday-Tuesda...

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LOCAL: Rock River Rodeo set for Aug. 17

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/12

EDGERTON — Rock River Rodeo Days will present its main rodeo at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17. The event will be conducted at Diamond H Acres, who also is serving as the host. The facility is located at 1527 41st Street (Pipestone County Highway 63, roughly two miles northwest of downtown Edgerton). Gates will open at 4 p.m., with check-in to follow one hour later. There will be vendors, food trucks and a full bar. The cost is at the door, with children 10 years old and younger and youth thre...

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Fruechtes are Farm Family of the Year

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/12

Justin and Crissa Fruechte are this year’s Pipestone County Farm Family of the Year. “I think it’s a really cool honor,” said Justin Fruechte shortly after the family was recognized for the honor in the show arena at the Pipestone County Fair on Saturday, Aug. 3. “I feel pretty humbled.” The Fruechtes and their five children — Mason, Lily, Faith, June and Wells, who range in age from 7 months to 15 years of age — live and farm northwest of Pipestone in Altona Township. Fruechte said the famil...

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0:46

YOUTH SPORTS: Twins prepare for Tyler clinic

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/01

TYLER— The Minnesota Twins and the Twins Community will be offering a youth baseball clinic on Saturday, Aug. 10. This free event runs from 1-3 p.m. at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds (200 Strong Street). In case of poor weather, the clinic will take place at Russell-Tyler-Ruthton High School. The clinic promotes baseball and softball to boys and girls ages 6-12 years old in the region. Your child’s age is as of Sept. 1, 2024. Children are asked to bring water, a glove, cap and sunscreen. They...

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1:33

ACROSS THE STATE: MSHSL key fall sports dates

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/01

Here are the key dates in table form, as provided by MSHSL. August 12, Practice begins; 15, First allowable competition date, girls tennis; 22, First allowable competition date, soccer, cross country, volleyball and swimming and diving (girls); 29, First allowable competition date for football September 2, Adapted soccer practice begins; 12, First allowable competition date for adapted soccer October 15, Last date of sectional playoffs, girls tennis; 18, Last date of sectional playoffs, socce...

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LOCAL: Arrows start practice Aug. 12

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/01

BROOKLYN CENTER — The Minnesota State High School League has announced fall sports practices will begin on Monday, Aug. 12. There will be a no-contact period from Thursday, Aug. 1 until Sunday, Aug. 11. The following activities are contested during the fall: football, volleyball (girls), tennis (girls), cross country and boys and girls soccer. Adapted soccer practice begins Sept. 2. Only Southwest Minnesota Christian in Edgerton offers boys soccer in the Pipestone County Star coverage area. P...

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LOCAL: Elkton/Lake Benton announces meetings, first...

Pipestone County Star ·

2024/08/01

ELKTON, S.D. — Elkton/Lake Benton sideline and competition cheer will begin on Monday, Aug. 5, in accordance with the South Dakota High School Activities Association. There will be a football player/parent meeting tonight at 7 p.m., with individual and team photos to follow. The first practice is set for Thursday, Aug. 8. The boys and girls cross country and volleyball teams will open practice on Thursday, Aug. 15. For both cross country and volleyball, player/parent meetings are scheduled fo...

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