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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…
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…
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…
Death notice for Arnold Holien
Arnold Holien, 96, Jasper, died Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026 at the Pipestone County Medical Center. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 5-7 p.m. at Kahler-Brende Funeral Home, Dell Rapids, S.D. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Sept. 24 at 2 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran…
Reducing fire risk on the farm
Farms present numerous fire risks, and, especially during drought, it is crucial to be aware of these risks and take steps to mitigate them. An awareness of potential fire hazards on your farm and having a plan to address them are key components in protecting your farm and your…
The perfect summer
Have we had a good summer? This is the first summer that I can remember that I felt satisfied with its length. It always felt too short. This summer was literally perfect…can we go back and you know, try it again? Kidding, but what a great summer I had. Let me tell you my…
Tractor and rural roadway safety
Tractors and large field equipment are the most common causes of farm accidents, injuries and deaths. They are a necessary part of farm work but exercising caution when using them is crucial in preventing accidents. Spring, summer and fall are busy times on the farm, and seeing…