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The Golden Age of Hollywood comes to life, especially this weekend, when scores of local young people team up with two professional actors to present Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre’s original musical adaptation of Sleeping Beauty.
Performances will take place on Friday, March 27 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 28 at 2 p.m. at NRHEG Elementary School in Ellendale.
The show was written by Megan K. Pence and Daniel L. Stock. his unique version plays out on a movie set where everything seems to go wrong. The local cast features: Sophie Stork as Rose, Avery Hill as Mallory, Riley Chicos as Eugene and Branden Howiesen as Colin.
Tickets for the performances are $5 for adults, $3 students, and $3 seniors available at the door. Children 4 and under are free. This Prairie Fire Theatre residency is being sponsored by NRHEG PTO.
For more information please contact NRHEG PTO or Allyson Hagen @ 507-383-5142.
Treat yourself and the ones you love to a Sweet Life! Dessert Comedy Theatre on Saturday, March 21, at Christ Community Church, Waseca. Two shows at 5:30 and 8 p.m. You'll enjoy a fun evening of clean, family-friendly comedy and music and afterward be able to indulge in a beautiful array of scrumptious desserts. It's a sweet treat you and your friends and family will love!
Farm & City Days grand marshal nominations sought
Written by Jim LutgensThe New Richland Farm and City Days Committee is seeking nominations for this summer’s parade grand marshal. Each year, the committee works to identify an individual that plays an active role in making New Richland a great place to live! If you know someone that deserves this honor, we ask that you submit a letter of nomination describing why you feel this person should be named the 2015 Grand Marshal. Letters must be received by Monday, May 4, 2015, and can be sent to: Grand Marshal Nomination, Farm and City Days Committee, PO Box 262, New Richland, MN 56072
By KATHY PAULSEN
Staff Writer
Life is hard. There is no way around that. It sometimes hands us things we don't really deserve, things we can't possibly understand. But despite how much our hearts are hurting, we have to find a way to believe that sometimes we're not supposed to understand. We just need to accept the circumstances and lean on the people who love us most.
One of the greatest gifts a person can give another is support. Our local communities have been kind and willing to help others when things get tough.
Tough is just one positive reference to describe little miss Dana Standke. Tough because she has taken a serious injury and still smiles and looks at the good things that have occurred instead of the bad.
Eleven-year-old Dana came to Minnesota from Nepal when she was just a baby. She lives on a farm north of Beaver Lake with her parents, Shelly Standke and Dan Enzenauer, and she loves it. So much so she is eager to take part in helping with chores and small jobs that need to be done on the farm, including taking care of the animals, feeding the chickens and picking eggs and such and is a happy influence on her family.
A 55+ Driver Improvement Course is being offered through NRHEG Community Education March 24 and 25 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. in Room D107 at NRHEG High School in New Richland. You must attend both nights.
The eight-hour session is taught by Minnesota Hwy. Safety Center trained instructors. The class will explore changes in laws, the latest vehicle technology, and provide you with easy-to-use defensive driving tips. In addition, we will explore traffic safety and accident prevention. The classroom sessions are the initial eight-hour and four-hour refresher format. First-time participants must complete the two four-hour sessions. Completion of this course allows for a 10% reduction on automobile insurance premiums for those age 55 and over. After completing the eight-hour course, you must take the four-hour refresher every three years to take advantage of the discount.
To register, visit www.mnsafetycenter.org or call 507-417-2667.
After a very long winter, it’s time to start thinking about those spring and summer community projects or needs.
The New Richland Area Foundation Fund grants application deadline of March 31 is fast approaching.
The foundation’s grant focus is; Arts & Culture, Education, Health & Human Services and Recreation. Grants are made to nonprofit organizations under 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code and also to schools and government agencies. The policy of the foundation is to provide grants for community development projects and programs, which are responsive to the changing community needs in promoting quality education, cultural, wellness, recreational, social service, environmental and civic opportunities.
Area Food Shelf of NR kicks off March campaign Sunday at Trinity Lutheran
By JIM LUTGENS
Editor/Publisher
Looking for something to do the afternoon of Sunday, March 8? Look no further.
The Area Food Shelf of New Richland is hosting its 4th Annual “Groove 4 Food” at 1:30 at Trinity Lutheran Church.
The event kicks off March Food Share Month for the food shelf and features local humorist Al Batt serving as master of ceremonies, musical acts performing throughout the afternoon, and a live auction. It’s the biggest fundraiser of the year for the local food shelf, according to food shelf board member Sharon Eckart.
“‘Groove 4 Food’ means exactly what is meant to be,” said Eckart. “We have local entertainment that sing and play instruments for food or money. The food shelf board has had so much fun planning this event. We start months ahead to think of themes and entertainers. The community has backed this since we started. Everyone in the community has been so great and very generous.”
Public forum March 12 to discuss police contract
Written by Jim LutgensEllendale City Council
By SCOTT GROTH
Contributing Writer
The Ellendale City Council met Thursday, February 26 with Mayor Skroch and all council members present. Also attending the meeting was LeeAnn Hojberg, City Clerk, and Josh Otto, Maintenance.
It was during Mayor Skroch’s time for his items that Skroch brought up the contract with Steele County for police protection.
Skroch had indicated at the previous meeting that he would like to do away with the contract held with the county. Skroch said that he knows of many neighboring small towns that do not pay extra for public safety. The current contract between the City and Steele County can be terminated by either party with a 90-day notice.
Councilperson Kibler mentioned that she thought holding a town hall type forum may be a good chance for residents to share their view on this matter.
The council moved to have a public forum on Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the council chambers.
Maddie Wagner tops 1,000 career points
NRHEG High School sophomore Maddie Wagner, right, poses for a photo with head coach Onika Peterson after scoring the 1,000th point of her career Monday night as the Panthers defeated Maple River 60-48 in their opening-round Section 2AA girls' basketball game in New Richland. A varsity player since seventh grade, Wagner scored a game-high 16 points Monday. The Panthers play Thursday, March 5 against WEM in the Section 2AA South Sub-Section semifinals at 7:45 p.m. at Mankato East High School. (Star Eagle photo by Chris Schlaak)
NRHEG wrestler places third in state
NRHEG High School senior Todd Erickson has his hand raised after an opening-round victory in the Minnesota state wrestling tournament Friday at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. Erickson had a great weekend, finishing third in the state at 220 pounds in Class A. He ended the season with a record of 38-5. (Star Eagle photo by Chris Schlaak)
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NRHEG boys advance to sub-section finals
NRHEG boys' basketball coach Pat Churchill and others greet Spencer Tollefson (30) in front of the bench during the closing moments of Friday night's 59-50 victory over Waseca in the Section 2AA South Sub-Section semifinals at Mankato East High School. Tollefson scored a team-high 15 points and hit a number of key free throws down the stretch for NRHEG, which improved its record to 23-4. The win advanced the Panthers to the sub-section title game against Maple River, originally scheduled for Tuesday, March 3 at Minnesota State University-Mankato. The game was postponed to Wednesday, March 4 at 6 p.m. at Minnesota State University-Mankato. The winner there plays Friday, March 6 at 8 p.m. at MSU-Mankato for the Section 2AA championship and state tournament berth. (Star Eagle photo by Chris Schlaak)
Community Ed. to make bus trip to Old Log Theater
Written by Jim LutgensNRHEG Community Education is offering a bus trip to the Old Log Theater’s production of “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” Friday, March 27.
“Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” is set in the colorful world of the French Riviera where casino culture is widespread. When an American rival, Freddy, arrives on the French coast, he challenges the status quo and Lawrence’s position as chief con-artist is threatened. They decide the town just isn’t big enough for the two of them and challenge each other to a bet; the first one to swindle $50,000 wins. As they both take on the bet, they fall for the same woman, but quickly realize that they may have bitten off more than they can chew.
“Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” has been described as stylish, irreverent, and "a little bit of Broadway musical comedy heaven."
Call 417-2667 to register for this trip.
ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) is having its Spring Kickoff Monday, March 2 in the Ellendale School Cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. Bingo, bowling, and banana splits will be enjoyed by all. Free books will be given to all preschoolers. This event is free. ECFE is available to families of preschoolers age birth to 5 (not yet in kindergarten).
The spring ECFE classes start on Monday, March 9 in New Richland and Tuesday, March 10 in Ellendale. Classes are in the preschool rooms at both sites and start at 6:15 p.m. Call Marilyn Dobberstein at 417-2667 for more information.
Nafe nominated for ExCEL Award
NOMINATED — Jessica Nafe, daughter of Terry and Karen Nafe, is NRHEG’s nominee for the Minnesota State High School League’s ExCEL Award. (Star Eagle photo by Nicole Billing)
By NICOLE BILLING
Editorial Assistant
Jessica Nafe is no stranger when it comes to excelling in the classroom and in extracurricular activities.
So it’s no surprise she is NRHEG’s nominee for the Minnesota State High School League’s ExCEL Award. Jessica is the daughter of Terry and Karen Nafe of Waseca.
ExCEL – Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership – is a unique recognition designed exclusively for Minnesota high school juniors who are active in school activities, who show leadership qualities, and who volunteer in their communities.
Nominees must be a junior in high school, make satisfactory progress toward graduation, participate in a MSHSL fine arts and/or athletic activity, hold leadership position(s) in their school, and work voluntarily in their community. This is the 19th year the MSHSL has sponsored the ExCEL Award.