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Hobbs lands fashion job in New York
HARTLAND GIRL AT HOME IN NYC — 2010 NRHEG High School graduate Kayna Hobbs feels at home in New York City, well on her way to a glamorous fashion career.
By KATHY PAULSEN
Staff Writer
How do you spell “impressive?” One way to spell it is “Kayna Hobbs.”
Hobbs, daughter of Gwyn Regehr of Hartland and a 2010 graduate of NRHEG High School, is well on her way to a glamorous fashion career in New York City.
Hobbs’s parents can attest to her love of clothing and fashion, starting back when she was just a young child. By the time she got to middle school, she was watching the runway shows on television and reading all the fashion magazines she could get her hands on. She has always loved the big city over country life, but she says now she is grateful to have experienced both environments.
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2013 crops year in review
By MARK BERNARD
Contributing Writer
The 2013 cropping season is in the books for most, and not a moment too soon. A growing season that had the potential on paper to be a dream for many turned out to be a nightmare. Coming out of the fall of 2012, soil conditions were very dry and concerns of having enough moisture to keep a crop going abounded. Soil moisture conditions the fall before had been similar and pulling off another crop like 2012 couldn’t be ruled out. As the old adage goes, plant in the dust, bins will bust. Plant in the mud, crop is a dud. Soil moisture changed over the course of the winter and by April, some of the snow had melted into the soil surface, adding precious moisture for spring planting.
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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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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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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)