St. Cloud State University has announced the names of more than 1,080 students whose academic achievement placed them on the 2023 fall semester dean’s list. To be eligible for the honor, students must have a grade point average of 3.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale.

There are countless ways the United Way of Southwest Minnesota (UWSWMN) impacts our communities. The program that has made a difference in my family’s life is the Imagination Library program. My two children, Georgia (7) and Boden (4) have been enjoying the program since they were born. Georgia has graduated from the program; however, still enjoys seeing Boden’s book come in the mail monthly.

SLAYTON, Minn. (1/12/2024) – Are you thinking about how to transfer your farm business or land to the next generation? Is planning for the transition of your farm something that weighs on your mind, and you need help getting started? University of Minnesota Extension is presenting a workshop on farm transition and estate planning on Thursday, February 15, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Slayton, Minnesota at the Pizza Ranch. No matter what stage of the planning process you are in, attending this workshop will help answer your questions and help alleviate the stress and burden that comes with farm transition and estate planning discussions.

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The University of Minnesota Extension Slayton Winter Crops Day and Small Grains Program will be held in person on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at the 4-H Building in Slayton. Registration will begin at 8:30 am, with the program running from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Whether you farm or work with farmers, this program is a great opportunity to hear the latest University- based research and information about corn, soybean, and small grain production issues and management strategies. The morning program will focus on corn and soybean management topics pertinent to our area. The Southern Small Grain Workshop will follow in the afternoon, where topics will address successful small grain management.

TWO OF THEM WERE RIGHT HERE IN MURRAY COUNTY Minnesota’s Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERTs) is awarding seed grants to 45 energy efficiency and renewable energy projects—including seven within the southwest region of Minnesota. The projects range from educational outreach on clean energy incentives, to energy efficiency for manufactured homes, to skill-building for clean energy careers.

Question: I was driving on the freeway during the worst part of a recent storm. Just had a question—are people supposed to use their emergency flashers when they are driving? So many cars on the freeway were, and it made it impossible to tell if someone was actually stopped or moving slowly (also, if they changed lanes, there was no way to tell). I was having trouble seeing anyway, and this made it worse. Is this something they teach in drivers’ education these days?

Please, do not request that your name be left off the District Court List. MN STATE HIGHWAY PATROL Darren Heath Degroot, Chandler, MN, Driving After Suspension, Hands-Free Law - $335.

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Three hands-on educational retreats focused on multi-generational farm transition are being offered across Minnesota. Multiple generations, spouses, partners and/or other relevant parties of family farms are encouraged to attend the Farm Transition Retreats together for a deep dive into conversations about family and business goals.