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Many veterans who served in the Korean War are eligible for the Korean “Ambassador for Peace” Medal from the Republic of South Korea. They can apply for the medal through the South Korean Consulate in Chicago.
To apply for the medal, veterans who served in Korea during the war can fill out an application and mail it to the consulate, or they can call her and she will mail or email the application directly to the veteran.
The medal is currently out of stock, but the Consulate will send the medal to eligible veterans who apply once they receive new stock (likely May or June).
The special medal is available to those who served from June 25, 1950 to March 1955.
NRHEG Elementary will team up with two professional actors this weekend to present Prairie Fire Children’s theatre’s original musical version of the classic tale, “Pinocchio.”
“Pinocchio,” with script by Robert Gribas, original music by Angela Rinaidi Gribas, and costume and set design by Deborah Nelson Pick, continues Prairie Fire’s tradition of presenting classic tales as you’ve never seen them before. From the Enchanted Forest of the Blue Fairy to the Isle of Fun, follow Pinocchio’s adventures as he learns what it means to be a real boy.
An exciting opportunity to lead the Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center, Farmamerica, is open for applications and nominations.
Executive Director Jim Gibson is retiring from the part-time position in June, after serving in the role since July 1, 2009. The Farmamerica Board of Directors will consider applications based on educational attainment, agricultural experience, people skills, and interests in education and member development.
Star Eagle seeks veterans photos
In observance of Memorial Day May 26, the NRHEG Star Eagle will publish a section dedicated to our defenders of freedom. Area veterans or family members are encouraged to bring in photos of veterans in uniform from all branches of service for inclusion and the recognition they so justly deserve. The deadline for photo submission is noon, May 16. For questions or more information, please call the Star Eagle office at (507) 463-8112 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Panther fans make pilgrimage to Northfield for game, ceremony
PANTHER NATION PARTY — Miss Basketball Minnnesota 2014 Carlie Wagner (3) poses for a photo with family members, friends and fans after receiving her award Saturday at Carleton College in Northfield. (Star Eagle photos by Jim Lutgens)
By JIM LUTGENS
Editor/Publisher
By the time Carlie Wagner played in the all-star girls’ basketball game at Carleton College in Northfield Saturday, she was tired.
By the end, she was joyous — along with a good portion of Panther Nation.
Wagner, an NRHEG High School senior and one of the nation’s top basketball recruits, captured perhaps the most noteworthy honor given to a high school player as she was announced Minnesota’s Miss Basketball for 2014.
It followed, coincidentally, a game in which Wagner’s team lost 102-85 while she scored 30 points.
But that wasn’t the moment everyone was waiting for.
New Richland City Council
By JESSICA LUTGENS
Staff Writer
The New Richland City Council held its second meeting of April on Monday, the 28th. All members were present except Amy Ihrke. The agenda and consent agenda were both approved, with one addition for a request added.
A guest was in attendance to request the purchase and installation of new “Panther Nation” signs to take the place of the current “Welcome to New Richland” signs outside of town. There will be two signs per entrance. The signs will also recognize the Panther girls’ basketball state championships for 2013 and 2014, and the state champion Panther cheerleading squad. The project will be completed by students at NRHEG High School. The council approved the request.
By SCOTT GROTH
Contributing Writer
The Ellendale City Council met Thursday April 24, 2014 with Mayor Swearingen and all Council members present. Also attending the meeting were Phil Kohl, City Attorney, Pete Paulson, Municipal Liquor Store Manager, Josh Otto, Maintenance, Dan Rhoades, Fire Dept., Andy Braaten, Cindy Goebel, Rick Johnson, LeeAnn Hojberg, Clerk/Treas., and Kim Zimprich, Deputy Clerk.
Forum on emerging drug trends May 13 Ellendale’s UM Church
Synthetic drugs, including K2, Spice, bath salts, and Scooby Snax, are an emerging issue in our communities. These drugs threaten the health and safety of our youth.
The problem
Drug abuse is one of the most hidden and pervasive risks to adolescents today. Young people are dying from drug overdoses. At the same time, many parents have no idea about today's variety of drugs, their accessibility, their effects, and how to talk about it with their children.
Pops Concert Monday
The annual NRHEG High School Pops Concert is set for Monday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the high school gym. It will feature the high school band and choir. Admission is $3 for adults, students are free. Doors open at 7.
NRHEG coach announces difficult decision
RETIRED AGAIN — NRHEG girls’ basketball coach John Schultz, middle, announced his desision to resign his coaching post last week. At left and right are assistant coaches Grant Berg and Onika Peterson. (Star Eagle photo by Jim Lutgens)
By JIM LUTGENS
Editor/Publisher
Confirming rumors that have swirled since before this year’s state tournament, John Schultz made it official last week.
He’s resigning as New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva head girls’ basketball coach.
It was a difficult decision for Schultz, who guided the Panthers to three straight state tournament appearances and a second consecutive state championship in March, but, after much consultation with family members, he felt it was the right thing to do.
“It’s a family decision,” he said. “It certainly has nothing to do with talent. People may think that with the senior class graduating, I’m bailing.”
But that’s not the case.
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What does it all really mean?
UNUSUAL HUE — The moon did indeed appear blood red during a total lunar eclipse in the early morning hours of April 15. (Photo by Pam Agrimson)
By JESSICA LUTGENS
Staff Writer
By now, most of you have heard about the “Blood Red Moon” that occurred around 2 a.m. last Tuesday, the 15th. It’s been all over the media, generating headlines like “Blood moon a sign of the end times?” and “Blood moon: Lunar eclipse or sign of dire consequences?” Further popularized by several books claiming that the “blood moon” signifies the end is coming, the Rapture and Apocalypse will take place, Jesus will return to earth, and “traumatic, world-changing things will happen to Israel” before September of 2015, this (and the three to come) total lunar eclipse has caused much speculation and debate.
NRHEG School Board
By REED WALLER
Staff Writer
After two months in consideration, two proposed new administrative positions came up for approval before the NRHEG School Board at its April meeting Monday.
The Behavior Intervention Specialist would be responsible for coordinating efforts to correct and prevent behavior problems.
The Director of Curriculum and Instruction would supervise the analysis of test data and curriculum management, and oversee the integration of new technology, to bring the school’s academic program up to standards.
Dahle helps ensure every child’s experience is positive
WELCOME ALL — Darlyne Dahle, left, and Marilyn Dobberstein invite families with preschool age children to sign up for Panther Preschool. Dahle has taught preschool at NRHEG since 1993. (Star Eagle photo by Jessica Lutgens)
By JESSICA LUTGENS
Staff Writer
For those of you with young children about to be of preschool age, or anyone who is new to the NRHEG school district, now is the time to register for the 2014-2015 school year. With some changes to the preschool program this year, we talked with Darlyne Dahle, NRHEG preschool teacher and ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) Childhood Instructor, and Marilyn Dobberstein, Director of Community Education, ECFE and School Readiness, to learn a little more about the program and what parents and children can expect at NRHEG.
By KATHY PAULSEN
Staff Writer
How many of you have ever been on a riverboat?
This year, NRHEG High School juniors and seniors, along with their prom dates, are going to take a ride down the St. Croix River on Saturday, May 3.
For 30 years, NRHEG students have held prom at local school gymnasiums, followed by the after prom party at the Geneva Community Building. People have talked about trying something new for a few years. After last year’s prom concluded, school personnel, students, parents, and the after prom committee started looking at new ideas. Many heard about what other school districts have been doing, such as prom cruises, which seemed interesting. So, it was decided to give it a try.