Marching band is victorious again
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MARCHING TO FIRST PLACE - Members of the NRHEG marching band perform their routine, which earned them first place in this year’s competition, for spectators and judges during the 31st annual Waseca Marching Classic on Saturday, Sept. 22. Star Eagle photos by Jessica Lutgens
By JIM LUTGENS
Publisher
There's something about the Waseca Marching Classic that always seems to bring out the best in the NRHEG High School Band.
The locals almost always seem to come home with a trophy and Saturday, Sept. 22 was no different, with NRHEG placing first in its class.
"This was the culmination of a successful summer marching band season," said director Miles Otstot.
"The students worked hard all summer," said Otstot. "This culminated with the win this weekend in Waseca."
A total of 12 high school marching bands performed in Waseca.
NRHEG marched in 10 parades this past summer, including at the Minnesota State Fair and at the 100th anniversary of the American Legion convention.
The band is led by drum majors Jayna Finseth and Jayna Domeier. Seniors include Finseth, Aubrey Johnson, Devin Buendorf, Jadyn Surat, Mackayla Knutson, Michian VanSyckel, Sophia Mrotz, Sierra Johnson, Karenna Strom, Hailey Westrum, Hailey Stencel and Lawren Deml.
Other bands performing Saturday were from Eastview of Apple Valley, Lakeville South, Luverne, Pipestone Area, Spring Grove, Stewartville and Worthington of Minnesota and from Iowa, Benton, Eagle Grove and Sheldon.
Homecoming week kicks off Monday
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WHO WILL REIGN? — Candidates for this year’s Homecoming at NRHEG have been selected. At left, king candidates are: Ross Lenort, Alex Buckmeier, Quinten Arndt, Tyler Jacobson, John Reynolds-Hinderscheit. Right, queen candidates: Lexie Ignaszewski, Olivia Christopherson, Alexis Anderson, Laura Worrell, Jayna Finseth. Coronation will take place Monday, Sept. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in New Richland. Star Eagle photos by Chris Schlaak
By ELI LUTGENS
Editor
Homecoming week 2018 at NRHEG High School kicks off Monday, Sept. 24 when the queen and king are crowned. Coronation is set for 7:30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium in New Richland.
The royalty will be crowned — based on a vote of the grade 9-12 student body — and will reign over Homecoming week.
This year’s candidates, based on vote by their classmates, are:
Queen
• Alexis Anderson, daughter of David and Heidi Anderson
• Olivia Christopherson, daughter of Doug and Karla Christopherson
• Jayna Finseth, daughter of Jim and Saundra Finseth
• Lexie Ignaszewski, daughter of Tim and Tracy Ignaszewski
• Laura Worrell, daughter of Taff and Jean Worrell
16th Annual Freeborn County Relay for Life
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HOPE - A special memorial was on display for those who have fallen victim to cancer as well as those brave and strong survivors who are here today. Star Eagle photo by Kathy Paulsen
By KATHY PAULSEN
Staff Writer
The 16th Annual Freeborn County Relay for Life Celebration Ceremony got underway at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11 at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds. Dr. Gordy Klatt wanted to make a difference in the fight against cancer and started Relay for Life 33 years ago in Tacoma, Washington. Relay for Life has now become a worldwide movement with events all over the United States.
In Albert Lea, people registered for the relay and picked up their assigned 2018 Relay for Life T-shirts, for either survivor or caregiver. Those who were cancer survivors signed survivor luminary bags that were displayed in the Garden of Hope during the relay.
Vista Lutheran hosts 160th anniversary
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160th CELEBRATION - To commemorate this special occasion the patrons of Vista Lutheran Church gathered for a photo on the steps of the same church that has been serving the community since 1908. Star Eagle photo by Melanie Piltingsrud
By MELANIE PILTINGSRUD
Staff Writer
The pews were filled to overflowing on Sunday, Aug. 19 as Vista Lutheran Church celebrated their 160th anniversary. Chairs were placed in the nursery and the foyer, and still more people came from far and wide to attend the two-hour long celebration of this congregation’s commitment to serving God and one another.
Pastor Brian Gegel presided over the service, expressing his gratitude for the many people who gave of their time and talents to make this event a success. He also read a message of congratulations from their brothers and sisters in Christ at Vista Evangelical Covenant Church, and said that a similar congratulatory message had come from LeSueur River Lutheran Church.
National Night Out is tradition
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CHECKING IT OUT - Ellendale fire fighters Jack Skalicky and Frank Altrichter show one of their rigs to local kids Brayton Krueger, Isaac Calcamiggo, and Eliyah Calcamoggio. Star Eagle photo by Kathy Paulsen
By KATHY PAULSEN
Staff Writer
The first National Night Out was organized in 1984 as a day to encourage residents to get out in the community and hold “block parties.” It has since become a great way for people to get to know and thank the community fire departments, ambulance crews, and Skywarn and law enforcement officers. Residents of Geneva and Ellendale gathered to enjoy a summer night out.
The ice cream social, held in the Geneva City Park from 5-7 p.m. on August 7, was sponsored by Team Geneva and the Geneva Business Club. Flyers inviting the public to enjoy hot dogs and ice cream were posted and delivered around town.
Kids enjoyed the playground equipment at the park, as well as meeting the fire fighters and seeing the inside of the fire trucks and ambulance. Team Geneva and various local businesses were on hand to help serve roughly 120 guests in attendance.