Want to know what one of the keys to having a successful library is? I know you do: it’s partnerships! Here at the Rock County Community Library, we are incredibly fortunate to have amazing partners all across the county, state and even the country. 

Monday, Aug. 3: Barbecued chicken, scalloped potatoes, peas, wheat bread and brownie. 

Half-Priced Day sponsored by Christian Reformed Church. 

SMSU dean’s list 

10 years ago (2016) 

Lorraine Olson, age 96, of Luverne, Minn., passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at the Tuff Memorial Home in Hills, Minn. 

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Thomas Richard Sexton (Tom / T. T.) on July 19, 2026, at the age of 66. He was born on Dec. 28, 1959, in Slayton, Minn., to Joyce and William Sexton and grew up in Wayzata, Minn.

Birthday celebration 

Dave Stoltenberg will celebrate his 80th birthday Saturday, Aug. 1. Come down to Take 16 and have a beer with him. If you would like to send a card, greetings may be sent to 1111 N. Elmhurst Ave., Luverne, MN 56156. 

It doesn’t take long to notice that we live in a world where criticism often travels faster than encouragement. Social media rewards the sharpest comment. News headlines highlight conflict. Conversations can quickly become divided into winners and losers.

St. Catherine Catholic Church 

203 E. Brown St., Luverne 

St. Catherine Ph. 507-283-8502; www.stscl.org 

Father Joshua Miller, Pastor