September 18, 2025 3:24 a.m. - Received report of an alarm in Hadley City, deputy responded.

By Norma Dittman Senior Dining is a service that provides not only beneficial nutrition, but also a bit of socialization. Slayton Senior Dining Site Manager, Connie Berglund, is encouraging those who may be interested in dining at Slayton Senior Dining, or in registering for Meals on Wheels, to give her a call to learn more about the services that are available.

By Crystal Reith Four foreign exchange students have been warmly welcomed to the United States and are beginning their academic year at MCC. Eloise Steiner, Antonina Godlewska, Ophelia Baczek, and Aubin Licht have joined the senior class and are eager to experience American high school life firsthand. Hosted by local families, these students bring diverse cultural perspectives to the MCC community, enriching the learning environment for all. As they embark on their senior year in America, they will not only attend classes but also participate in school events, extracurricular activities, and the traditions that make MCC unique.

After a closed session to conduct a performance evaluation, Murray County Administrator Carolyn McDonald was placed on paid administrative leave Tuesday, effective immediately. The county recently conducted a staff survey entitled “Your Voice Matters,” which was brought up by Commissioner Roger Zins during the September 16 meeting.

The MCC Rebel Volleyball team faced their toughest opponent in the Red Rock Conference to this point in the season. The Rebels were in Westbrook taking on the Chargers with both teams with 3 wins and 1 loss on the season.

SCHOOL MENU Monday, September 29: Breakfast: Chocolate Muffin, String Cheese, Fruit, Juice, Milk. Lunch: Cheeseburgers, French Fries, Steamed Green Beans, Chilled Applesauce, Milk.

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The MCC Volleyball team was looking for their second win of the week on Thursday. The Rebels went to Hills Beaver Creek on Tuesday and came away with a convincing 3-0 win. Thursday, the Rebels would welcome Southwest Minnesota Christian to Slayton in another Red Rock Conference matchup. The Rebels once again put together a strong performance, getting the sweep over the Eagles.

The Murray County Central/ Fulda Warriors hosted their home cross country meet on Tuesday, September 23, at the Slayton Golf Course. With the season hitting its midpoint, the Warriors put together strong performances across all levels, highlighted by a team victory in the boys’ varsity race.

Friday was a very busy day for MCC students. Classes, a pep fest, parade, the Cross Country runners running from Tyler to Slayton, and finally it was time for the football game. The Rebels and the Knights have played each of the past two seasons with each team winning by shutout. The Rebels lost to RTR two years ago in Tyler 22-0 and a year ago the Rebels beat the Knights in Slayton 48-0. Friday night both teams would score unlike the past two years, but like the last two meetings, the final score wouldn’t be all that close, as the Rebels would hand the Knights their first loss of the season.