A crucial step for yard improvement projects is having underground utilities marked Dig smart this spring. When digging on your property for plantings, fencing, decks or other home improvement projects, it’s important to safely plan ahead, according to experts at Gopher State One Call.

Murray County Early Childhood Initiative (ECI) is excited to bring Touch-a-Truck back this summer! The ECI Toucha- Truck will be from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 8 at the Murray County Fairgrounds.

MOVE OVER FOR UTILITY AND CONSTRUCTION WORKERS FRIENDS AND COWORKERS WILL WEAR ORANGE TO HONOR THOSE HURT IN ROADSIDE WORK As part of National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 1519, 2024), Xcel Energy reminds drivers to slow down and move over for vehicles and workers on the side of the road— including utility and construction vehicles. Many drivers slow down or move over when approaching an emergency vehicle on the side of the road.

Community Blood Bank will be hosting a community blood drive in Slayton Tuesday, April 30 at Murray County Central High School (2420 28th St., Slayton, MN) between 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Murray County Medical Center (2042 Juniper Ave, Slayton, MN) between 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Donors can schedule a donation time by logging onto the website at cbblifeblood.org, select “events”, “April 30”, and choose either “Murray County Central High School or Murray County Medical Center” or 507836-1286. Those donating will receive a $10 Scooter gift card as a thank you gift. All blood donations will stay local for local use with all blood types in immediate need.

Minnesota naturalist, wildlife photographer and author Stan Tekiela presents the fascinating world of Wildflowers in a fun and engaging way. Over the past four decades Stan has authored more than 200 field guides, nature appreciation books and wildlife audio CD’s for nearly every state in the nation, presenting many species of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians, and cacti.

The annual Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) Honors Convocation was held at Morningside University during which several students and employees were recognized for their academic, co-curricular, athletic, and professional achievements. ODK is an interdisciplinary honor society with over 300 circles throughout the United States. To become a member, initiates must display excellence in five ideals: scholarship, service, integrity, character, and fellowship. Unlike many honor societies, ODK membership is open not just to undergraduate students but to faculty and staff as well. Morningside’s ODK circle helps develop leaders through sponsored events, guest speakers, and leadership building activities, including the annual Into The Streets community service day.

Question: I know it has been extremely dry but with the anticipation of “April showers” can you talk about hydroplaning? Answer: At speeds of 35 mph or less, most tires will “wipe” water off the road surface to keep tires in contact with the road. At higher speeds, water can collect under tires and lift them off the surface of the road — this is called “hydroplaning.” When your tires hydroplane, they lose all contact with the road.

FULDA POLICE DEPARTMENT Su Su Clay, Fulda, MN, Instruction Permit Violation - $135. MN STATE HIGHWAY PATROL Phou Ma Moua, Tracy, MN, Speeding - $135.

SET FOR SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 2024 The Slayton Women of Today is once again excited to be sponsoring their annual Father Daughter Prom on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at MCC High School Gymnasium in Slayton. Dads get ready to get all dressed up and make some special memories with your daughter(s).

Murray County 4-H was fortunate to have youth participate in the 2024 State Project Bowl Competition. 4-H State Project Bowl was held on April 6, 2024, at Rice High School in Sauk Rapids, MN.