The Murray County 4-H SWIM (seeing wellness in motion) team had their last home meet in Slayton on Saturday July 24th. 4-Hers from throughout Murray County and surrounding towns make up the the Murray County SWIM Team. At the Slayton SWIM meet there were other participating teams from Redwood Falls and Lamberton.

The Einck family is working together to sponsor their second annual “Cousins for Causes” fundraiser on Friday, August 13th in Iona. The street dance at Van Bully’s will begin at 6pm with a pulled pork supper and live entertainment and the Eincks hope your donations will be generous. The proceeds will be split between the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Heart Heroes, Inc. and Ireland’s Hope, all causes that have touched the lives of the Eincks.

Slayton City Council met on Monday, August 2nd. In attendance were Councilmembers Kate Harmsen, Dean Ackerman, Blake Heronimus and Mayor Miron Carney. Chris Jacobson was absent. Also present were Josh Malchow, City Administrator and Kari Carlson, City Clerk.

The Murray County Board of Commissioners met on August 3, 2021. Luke Schryvers, CEO Murray County Medical Clinic presented his monthly update to the Commissioners. Staffing updates included the retirement of Dr. Carol Lang, DO. A positive report was given concerning Tom Bergman, PA-C’s first month as a provider. Efforts continue to attract another doctor with a site visit planned with a possible candidate. The search continued for a Radiology Tech, a Compliance Officer and a Maintenance person. Staff is working to transfer the records of 5000 patients to the new EPOC computer system scheduled for launch in March 2022. A new Urologist, Dr. Rosen is scheduled to see patients monthly along with Dr. Louwagie, an Ophthalmologist. Some positive cases of Covid have been seen. Vaccines continue to be available at any time.

Hadley survived a tough Jackson Bull team in comefrom behind fashion to advance into semi-final round in the Region 13C baseball play-offs. Here is the series recap: Wednesday at Jackson JACKSON 3 HADLEY 2 Game 1 of the quarterfinals had Hadley traveling to Jackson to take on the Bulls.

Everyone is invited to go on a reading adventure of hysterical proportions at the Murray County Fair on Thursday, August 19th at 3:00 p.m. This is an interactive journey through marvelous tales with Toby KID’S interactive show, “Tales Away to Color Your World”. Join Toby on a storytelling safari that will cross paths with lions and tigers and hares – Oh My! Share in a short story with Toby and his bird as they tell a tale loaded with slapstick hilarity. See the silliness of human puppets, be amazed by magic and find kindness as you laugh along with your community of old and new friends.

Hospice of Murray County appreciates donations made in July 2021 in Memory of: Jean Hentges, Frances Guild, Joyce Johnson, Keith Johnson, Marilyn Gawreluck, Richard Lanners, Bruce Hovde, Twilla Sellman, Kathy D’Agostino, Evelyn Hanish, Helen Brinks, Clete Blegen, Bea Bassett, Dennis Bakken, Earl Johnson, Harold Harberts, Aleatha Gerdes, Gary Olson, Donald Schaffran, Mitchell Jarmer, Frances Parsley Hospice gratefully acknowledges memorials and donations received. These gifts and contributions are helping Hospice of Murray County continue to provide quality care to our patients and their families..

Monday, August 9: Sloppy Joe on a Bun, Broccoli Salad, Baked Beans, Cookie, Lowfat Milk. Tuesday, August 10: Salisbury Steak with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Beans, Dinner Roll w/Margarine, Cake w/Frosting, Lowfat Milk.

This was the headline taken from the Murray County Herald dated February 7 1918. Twice Slayton has been called upon to give of its noble and respected sons that democracy might live.

The Murray County Medical Center Board met in the monthly session on July 28. The retirement of Dr. Carol Lang, DO was the first topic of conversation. Chair Lenore Wendorff expressed the gratitude of the Board for the many years of service to her patients and for her care of nursing home residents. She is being honored with a card shower and a staff appreciation event.