American Solutions for Business, together with Patriot-level partners, OtterBox and Gold Bond, donated drink wear to students of Glacial Hills Elementary in Starbuck, Minnesota. After receiving a donation request from Glacial Hills for sufficient water bottles for children, ASB began the search for a durable and long-lasting solution.  ASB’s partner, OtterBox, graciously stepped up to donate… Read More

The Minnesota State Fair and the Minnesota Livestock Breeders’ Association are both invested in the educational endeavors of young adults from greater Minnesota. Deserving youth are selected based on their leadership and achievement in youth livestock programs, as well as their involvement in the local community. The Minnesota State Fair Scholarship was established in 1994 and… Read More

Article contributed by GFWC member, Darlene Femrite After lunch at the Minnewaska House Brewing Co + Grill, the women of GFWC Potpourri Club heard from owner Darren Anderson about the brewing  done at their facility. The group then adjourned to  nearby Morning Glory Gardens. Terry Dunn (pictured at right) gave a historical overview and noted the… Read More

Happenings at Central Square Summer art classes are in full swing at Central Square! Eight weeks of youth art programming begin this Wednesday, July 6. There are a wide range of classes available that will allow kids to explore their imagination and creativity. Classes will take place every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Visit… Read More

Farm losses in the millions July 5, 1962 – Installation services for the Rev. Duane Berg, the new pastor at Farwell Lutheran Church and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Lowry, were held. Berg was a 1962 graduate of Luther Theological Seminary and had been ordained at Mt. Horeb, Wis., near his home. Pictured in the Tribune having observed… Read More

Governor Preus gives the Fourth of July address From the Pope County Tribune, Thursday, June 29, 1922. * * * * * * * * * * * From the Glenwood Herald, Thursday, July 6, 1922. Glenwood celebrated the Fourth last Tuesday. The number visiting Glenwood on that day has been estimated between four and five thousand people…. Read More

110 YEARS AGO From July 5, 1912 William Taft again headed the Republican ticket for U.S. President and Woodrow Wilson was the candidate for the Democratic Party. Borghild Dahle, Bertha Metlie, Miss Stadsvold, Ann Horjem, Ruth Stenson, Olga Nordstrom, Myrtle Olson and Emma Brantsag spent Sunday recess of summer school Starbuck. Arthur Johnson had a sore foot on account… Read More

Crowds of locals and visitors will converge on Starbuck this weekend for the annual Heritage Days and there is a full weekend of events planned starting this Thursday through Sunday. Local businesses will have crazy days sales and there are tons of activities for kids and adults.  Thursday Night on the Town and the Farmers Market will… Read More

Leah Hagen Leah is the daughter of Jason and Jenny Hagen. She is sponsored by Hagen’s Repair. Leah plans to attend North Dakota State University in the fall and major in Elementary Education and Psychology. She plans to be a special education teacher in the future. Leah plays tennis, basketball and softball. She likes shopping,… Read More

Greg and Nancy Rapp are the 2022 Heritage Days Grand Marshals. The two have poured their hearts and souls into the community in the more than 25 years they have been residents. They’ve been married for over 30 years and have always strived to make Starbuck a welcoming community. They have two children, daughter, Celeste… Read More