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Luverne needs a breakfast diner

To the editor: 

Luverne has been my summer home for many years. My wife was born and raised here. 

I’ve been very dismayed that Luverne now has five marijuana dispensaries, only one liquor store, and no diner where one can buy a traditional breakfast. 

Stopping for school buses: Reviewing recent changes to the law

Question: I saw your last article was about stopping. With school just around the corner, can you talk about stopping for the school bus? 

On the Record July 29 - Aug. 4

Dispatch report 

July 29 

•Complainant on W. Mead Court reported an assault. 

•Complainant on S. Fairview Drive reported a scam. 

•Complainant on N. Spring Street reported a scam. 

Blood drive scheduled for Aug. 17 in Luverne

As local blood supplies falls into a critical shortage, Sanford Luverne Medical Center and Community Blood Bank will host an urgently needed community blood drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17. 

Legislation advances to expand tick disease research, testing

U.S. Sen. Tina Smith announced the bipartisan Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act passed the Senate unanimously. The bill will expand research, testing and treatment for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. 

Quilt show highlights artistry and skill

Over 40 community members enjoyed the Van Heerde Sisters Quilt Trunk Show on Monday, Aug. 3. The event, sponsored by the Blue Mound Quilt Guild, was held at the Rock County Community Library and featured quilts by sisters Deb and Darla Van Heerde.

Menu Aug. 17-21

Monday, Aug. 17: Country fried chicken, cream gravy, mashed potatoes, peas, wheat bread and sugar cookie. 

Tuesday, Aug. 18: Pasta pizza casserole, country vegetable blend, spiced peaches, dinner roll. 

Remember When Aug. 13, 2026

10 years ago (2016) 

•A recent fire at Magnolia’s campground prompted the Magnolia Fire Department to host a community gathering Aug. 9. 

1942: M.W. Chunn recalls opening law office in Luverne

The following appeared in The Rock County Herald on July 30, 1942. The story of M.W. Chunn is continued from last week. 

Student election judges prepare for August primary

Lori Sorenson photos/0813 student election judges 

Student election judges prepare for primary election 

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