NRHEG Star Eagle

137 Years Serving the New Richland-Hartland-Ellendale-Geneva Area
Newspaper of Record for NRHEG School District
Newspaper of Record for Waseca County, MN
PO Box 248 • New Richland, MN 56072

507-463-8112
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Area residents invited to April 21 event

In celebration of the rebuilding of the pipe organ at LeSueur River Lutheran Church, rural New Richland, there will be an organ recital at the church on Sunday, April 21, at 1 p.m., presented by distinguished musician, Marilyn Schempp of Sioux Falls, S.D. Area residents are invited to attend! The pipe organ was rebuilt in 2012 by the Rutz Organ Co. of Morristown, Minn.

Schedule for the day:

• 10:30 am: Worship service

• 12 noon: The public is invited to enjoy a fundraising roast beef dinner at the church.

• 1 pm: Organ recital which will include organ solos, organ duets, and organ and brass arrangements, featuring Eric and Christopher Knutson on trumpets and Daniel Knutson on the euphonium.

Ellendale musician releases second CD

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MUSIC MAN — Matt Arthur of Ellendale was born blind, but that hasn’t stopped him from succeeding in the world. He recently released his second gospel music CD, “Heavy on my Mind.” (Star Eagle photo by Kathy Paulsen)


By KATHY PAULSEN

Staff Writer

Matt Arthur is often seen making his way around Ellendale. He carries a white stick and, for those who don't know, yes, he is blind.

He is blind. But no one said he couldn't see.

Matt probably “sees” more than many of us, as he assumes his life by seeing without eyesight. He has vision, probably because he had parents who had the "sight" to see and trust their child just like the rest of the kids. 

There was no, "Poor Matt,” but more, "Matt you can do this," and he did and still does. He listens to and hears what is going on. He takes part in many community events and affairs that many don't even think about.

Ellendale native David Bunn hired as high school principal

By REED WALLER

Staff Writer

New principal hired

At a special meeting of the NRHEG school board Monday, March 25, a two-year contract was approved for David Bunn, who will be replacing the retiring Paul Cyr as high school principal this coming year.

Bunn has spent the past five years as high school principal at Prescott, Wis., where he was instrumental in implementing programs such as Response to Intervention and PBIS, as well as an iPad initiative.

It only remains to find a superintendent, and quickly.

Superintendent search

With Superintendent Kevin Wellen’s contract expiring on June 30, and time to look for a replacement growing very short, last week the NRHEG board arranged a meeting with a consultant from South Central Services Cooperative to see if it might be a better idea to have them facilitate the search, than have to undertake the time consuming process without help. NRHEG is a member of SCSC and contracts their services annually.

2013 NRHEG Spring Band Concert

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After two postponements because of snow, the NRHEG Spring Band Concert was finally held last Thursday at the high school gymnasium in New Richland. Above from left: Nicole Kaupa, Missy Malakowsky, Logan Knutson, Doug Rudau and Adam Anderson. Below from left: Natalie Aaseth, Aubrey Schlinger, Taytum Ihrke and Lillian Bell. For more photos from the concert, see Page 11 of this week's Star Eagle. (Star Eagle photos by Chris Schlaak)

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‘Bye Bye Birdie’ to be presented this month

NRHEG High School’s 2013 spring production of “Bye Bye Birdie” will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 19 and at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 in the high school gymnasium in New Richland. Directors for the play are Mrs. Fredrickson and Mrs. Inouye, with musical direction by Mr. Siewert.


Registrations accepted for Panther Preschool

Registrations are now being taken for the Panther Preschool in Ellendale and New Richland.   Panther Preschool is available for area residents who have children ages 3 through 5 (2013-2014 school year). Registration forms can be picked up at both sites in the main offices. There are several sessions from which to choose. The registrations forms along with the $25 registration fee are due by April 15.  If you register after April 15, the registration fee is $35. Contact Marilyn Dobberstein at the New Richland High School at 417-2667, if you have further questions or wish to have a registration form sent to you.