News across Pipestone County
New flag for all of Minnesota
TO THE EDITOR: A few weeks ago, the Pipestone County Star shared a story about the city of Jasper deciding to not fly the new Minnesota flag. A gentleman expressed his belief that the new flag represents the Somalian flag. This is a conspiracy theory that is not based on truth.…
A conversation about the future of Pipestone Area Schools
It is starting to look and feel a lot more like fall! As we turn toward the fall season, we know that election season is also upon us. This is an important time for our community and our state as we go to the polls. As superintendent of Pipestone Area Schools, I have the…
Has the resistance begun?
It began when people still preferred to think on their own and the term cognitive surrender hadn’t yet been uttered. They knew there was no need for it. But those reveled in the creations of humans rather than those of God told us we needed it. They said it was a miraculous…
Marching Arrows fly high
The Pipestone Area Marching Arrows took first in Class A in both the parade and field competitions at the Waseca Marching Classic on Saturday, Sept. 19. The band also won the combined parade and field sweepstakes award. Director Zach Ploeger said Monday morning that it might have…
Two of four Jasper city employees resign
Jasper City Clerk/Treasurer Renae Jennings and her husband, Kevin Jennings, who is the city’s assistant public works employee, are resigning from their positions. Renae said during the Jasper City Council’s Sept. 15 meeting that her last day would be Sept. 30. Kevin’s resignation…
Days Gone By Week of Sept. 20, 2026
125 YEARS AGO Sept. 20, 1901 A street faker occupied a position at the corner of Olive and Hiawatha Streets this afternoon, and by a smooth talk managed to dispose of a large quantity of cheap goods to the crowd that gathered around him. Stationery, pencils, pins, handkerchiefs…
FOOTBALL: 2026 U-Pick ‘Em Challenge
Play to Win Weekly Prizes 1st place = $15.00 2nd place = $5.00 All entries are eligible to win the grand prize of $300 in Pipestone Chamber Bucks. The drawing will be held at the conclusion of the 13 weekly contests. Last week’s winners: First Place: Paisley Hansen, Pipestone…
Death notice for Doris Stuckenbroker
Doris Stuckenbroker, 97, Pipestone, died Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, at the Pipestone County Hospice House. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, Sept. 28 at 11 a.m. at St. Leo Catholic Church in Pipestone. Visitation will be held two hours prior from 9-11 a.m. Inurnment…
Summons/Complaint
IN DISTRICT COURT FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case Type: Civil SUMMONS STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PIPESTONE John Dethmers, Plaintiff, vs. Austin Polfliet, Defendant. To: Defendant above named. 1. You are being sued. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Complaint is…
Church Directory for the Week of Sept. 23-Oct. 1, 2026
Ruthton Country Church, Full Gospel-Non-denominational church; Pastor Frank Vanderbush, 507-658-3917. Sundays: 10 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship service. Bible Studies Sundays at 9 a.m. Find us at countrychurch.co on Facebook and Youtube @ Country Church of Ruthton for online…
Jana Jolene Willey
Jana Jolene Willey, age 62, of Pipestone, Minn., passed away peacefully on Monday, September 7, 2026, with her family and friends by her side. She was under the care of Pipestone County Hospice. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Sept. 26 at 1:30 p.m. at the First…
Arlene Mosley Lerdal
Arlene Mosley Lerdal, 101, Pipestone, died Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026 at the Pipestone County Hospice House. Funeral services were held Thursday, Sept. 17 at 1:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Pipestone, with visitation held prior from 12 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Velda…