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Top 10 stories of 2013
Wagner again shatters state records as Panthers take title
THANKS TO CARLIE, WE WERE THE CHAMPIONS — As NRHEG fans celebrate in the background, Carlie Wagner goes in for a layup after stealing the ball late during the Panthers’ state championship victory over Braham last March. Wagner and the Panthers were chosen the top story of the year by the Star Eagle for the second year in a row. (Star Eagle photo by Chris Schlaak)
By JESSICA LUTGENS
Contributing Writer
Last year was one filled with big changes for our small communities of New Richland, Hartland, Ellendale and Geneva: a state championship, new administration at the school, a new area priest, and national attention for some of our own hometown heroes. It’s difficult to narrow it down to just 10 of the most important events, but the number one slot should be more than obvious.
Once again, Carlie Wagner and the Lady Panthers basketball team steal the spotlight, bringing home NRHEG’s first state championship. Coming off a 32-1 season and a third-place finish, the Panthers made their second visit to state in a row, their third appearance ever (the first being in 2004). Despite the loss of key player Jade Schultz four minutes into the semifinal game, the girls fought their way to victory, defeating Pelican Rapids, Minneapolis Washburn and finally undefeated Braham in what has been called one of the most exciting championship games in state tournament history.
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Band, choir present Christmas Concert
MAESTRO PLEASE — NRHEG High School Band Director Tim Siewert directs his troupe as the NRHEG High School Choir, directed by Jennifer Fredrickson, stands at the ready during the combined Band/Choir Concert at the high school Monday, Dec. 16. (Star Eagle photo by Nikki Erickson)
By NIKKI ERICKSON
Contributing Writer
There was a hush in NRHEG High School gym last Monday night as the choir opened the 2013 Christmas Band and Choir Concert.
The sixty-eight members of the NRHEG Concert Choir began with the well-known song, "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen," arranged by Elizabeth Campbell. The addition of snazzy snaps and the cool, laid back feel of the men's foundation of "doom" in the baritone line was catchy.
Choir Director Jennifer Fredrickson welcomed the crowd to the concert and gave a resounding thank you to the many students who put their time and talent to provide the entertainment for the evening. Thanks was also given to Gratia Johnson for her beautiful accompaniment on the piano.
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NRHEG School Board
By REED WALLER
Staff Writer
NRHEG’s 2013 payable 2014 budget shows an approximately $200,000 increase in next year’s tax levy over previous years, as revealed at the district’s annual Truth in Taxation hearing Monday, Dec. 16 at 6:00 p.m. just preceding the regular monthly board meeting. This represents an approximately 16 percent increase.
The Truth in Taxation hearing is held every December for taxpayers’ information purposes, and is required by law if there is a substantial change in the levy amount from one year to the next.
The reason for the upcoming levy increase is building projects undertaken this year which required bond financing, including first payment on the new construction at New Richland, and extensive asbestos abatement.
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Just for Kix Winter Dance Recital
Members of the Just for Kix dance program perform during their Winter Dance Recital Saturday, December 14 at NRHEG High School in New Richland. See Page 12 of this week's Star Eagle for more color photos from the recital. (Star Eagle photo by Chris Schlaak)
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Folks again flock from all over for Wild Game Feed
WILD GIRLS — The ticket girls who help with the gun raffle at Geneva’s Wild Game Feed are, front from left: Leann Figueroa, Brenda Misgen and Lori Klemmensen. Back: Nicole Beede, Jessica Tuttle, Tracy Callahan, Jamie Theuer and Becca Harrigan. There was a great turnout for the 29th annual event despite extremely cold temperatures. (Star Eagle photo by Kathy Paulsen)
By KATHY PAULSEN
Staff Writer
The 29th Annual Wild Game Feed was held under the big top on the parking lot at Geneva Bar & Grill Saturday, December 7.
Another big crowd turned out and, of course, no one left hungry.
A whole group of enthusiastic cooks use their culinary talents to help prepare all the great wild game that has been donated for the event.
The first wild game feed was held in 1984 and it has continued to grow in size, favor and flavor into an event that has the whole community and others talking about and anticipating. Folks come from far and wide every year. A record book is placed at the beginning of the service line where many people sign their names and where they are from. Reviewing 13 pages of names, it was interesting to learn where people came from this year.