Luther College campus added to the National Register of Historic Places
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March 16, 2021
The Luther College historic central campus has officially been added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). The historic district of campus includes the college’s original 32 acres of land, 24 buildings and nine ‘objects’ or outdoor sculptures. While the designation does not directly impose preservation restrictions or provide money, it does serve as a vehicle for identification and education.
“We are proud that Luther College is being recognized for its rich history,” said President Jenifer K. Ward. “From the walls we study and teach within, to the beautiful land that was founded where river, woodland, and prairie meet, history shapes us. As our mission statement says, a Luther education ‘develops whole persons.’ This designation creates new student, faculty and staff opportunities for understanding the interplay between architecture,
The proposed $24.67 million taxpayer-backed deal to partially finance SouthEast Development Group LLC’s planned historic Laura Street Trio renovation Downtown cleared its first hurdle March 15.
The Downtown Investment Authority’s Strategic Implementation Committee voted 3-0 to advanced the deferred and forgivable loan package for the full board’s consideration March 17.
If approved, City Council could take the final vote on the incentive agreement by the end of June for SouthEast’s $70.48 million proposal to adapt the vacant structures into a 145-room Marriott Autograph Hotel with a restaurant, lounge and ground-floor retail.
SouthEast Managing Director Steve Atkins said March 15 that the 4,401-square-foot, ground-floor bodega grocery store that will be in the Trio’s Bisbee Building has been leased to a retired Winn-Dixie employee. He did not release any additional information about the operator at the meeting.
Pierre, SD, USA / DRGNews
Mar 13, 2021 7:00 AM
The Louis Nigg Barn near Sisseton in Roberts County was added to the National Register of Historic Places in March.
The National Register is the official federal list of properties identified as important in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, and culture. The State Historic Preservation Office of the State Historical Society works in conjunction with the National Park Service, which oversees the National Register program, to list the properties.
“South Dakota has a very rich history and culture ranging from prehistoric Indian villages and homesteader cabins to unique businesses and richly detailed historic neighborhoods – which are all wonderful testaments to our state,” said Ted M. Spencer, State Historic Preservation Officer and director of the State Historic Preservation Office.
Oregon Coast / Inland Campgrounds Mostly Open, Some Fee Increases
Published 03/08/21 at 7:00 PM PDT
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection staff
(Oregon Coast) – Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is getting back to normal at an ever-quickening rate, and is now looking hopefully towards a more “normal” season at campgrounds on the Oregon coast and elsewhere. Staff rehiring is taking place after many positions were eliminated, and even with a massive revenue shortfall the agency has opened up most state parks and campgrounds, with a few more to go.
(Above: Cape Lookout State Park near Oceanside)
However, some small camping fee increases are taking place at several state parks, though not all.
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