News across Pipestone County
Emerald ash borer found in Pipestone, Lincoln counties
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed emerald ash borer (EAB) in Lincoln and Pipestone counties for the first time. There are now 62 counties in the state with EAB. A property manager in Lincoln County found EAB at a campground on the northeast side of Lake…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…