The place to go for Panther merchandise
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Ellendale’s newest business opens in Floors 4-U building
PANTHER PRIDE — Allison Muilenberg stands next to some of the merchandise offered by the Panther Den, which recently opened in the Floors 4-U building in Ellendale. Below, more samples. (Star Eagle photos by Eli Lutgens)
By ELI LUTGENS
Editor
“It was a Godsend,” according to Allison Muilenburg, regarding the new addition to Floors 4U, the Panther Den.
Last weekend, the Panther Den held its grand opening and began selling NRHEG Panther merchandise. After the recent closure of New Richland Drug, many in the community were left wondering where they could go to find Panther apparel. Muilenburg and the Ellendale Community Action Group already had it covered.
“It was about two weeks before they (the New Richland Drug Store) announced they were closing when we first discussed the idea,” remarked Muilenburg. “We didn’t want to step on anyone’s toes, but then a couple weeks went by and we all found out about the drug store closing.”
No one was happy about the drug store closing, but Muilenburg saw an opportunity to help better the community.
“Our goal is to put the money from the Panther Den back into the community,” said Muilenburg. “We’re planning to use the proceeds from this to help pay for the Ellendale digital sign.”
Winter royalty
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Hoelscher, Kath crowned for Snow Week
John Hoelscher and Summer Kath were crowned 2019 Snow King and Snow Queen, respectively, during NRHEG High School Snow Week festivities.
Geneva Cancer Auction starts Friday
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Donations still accepted at Geneva Bar & Grill
HOW MUCH THIS YEAR? — People place bills in the tray atop the head of Geneva Cancer Auction founder Dwayne “Whitey” Hagen. The first weekend of the 2020 auction kicks off Friday. (Star Eagle file photo)
By JIM LUTGENS
Publisher
What started from humble beginnings has turned into one of the biggest annual events in Southern Minnesota.
It’s time again for the Geneva Cancer Auction, which runs for consecutive weekends starting Jan. 10 at Geneva Bar & Grill.
The auction started in 1985 with several family members and friends who wanted to raise money to fight cancer. Several of them had experienced losses of loved ones to the disease. That first year they raised $5,500. Word spread quickly and every year since the auction has grown by leaps and bounds. Hundreds of items, some of them quite unique, have been donated for the auction block.
The cancer committee also hosts a raffle. This year the top prize is a 48” LED TV and blu-Ray player. There are five cash prizes available. Winners will be drawn on January 18 at 10 p.m.
Besides the two-weekend auction, there are several other events held year around which contribute to the yearly total. The largest is the Wild Game Feed held every December. The total raised from the feed will be announced at the auction this year. Other events included pool tournaments, a motorcycle run, car cruise and golf tournament.
Snowy celebrations
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Snow week celebrations at NRHEG began with the snow dance on Feb. 8. Pictured above are this year’s Snow Week court. Back row from left: Andrew Bailey, Andrew Reich, Addison Deyle, John Hoelscher, and Ethan Strenge. Front row: Aracelis Sepulveda, Summer Kath, Hope VanWilgen, Mia Williams, and Grace Kofstad. (Submitted photo)
Cheers for the home team
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Future Panthers cheerleaders were on display during the NRHEG wrestling team’s home meet against Pine Island Thursday, Dec. 12. (Star Eagle photo by Chris Schlaak)