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Question: I thought I heard something about a new law in regards to caretaker information included on driver’s license or identification card record. Do you have any information on this? Answer: You can now use your Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) records to let law enforcement know if you’re the caretaker for someone else.

Please do not request that your name be left off the District Court List. FULDA POLICE DEPARTMENT Mason Lee Kill, Fulda, MN, Driving After Revocation - $285.

The Murray County Central School Board met in regular session on Monday June 9, 2025. With all board members present, the agenda was approved with no additions. They went on to approve the minutes from the last meeting, claims and financials as well as the following personnel recommendations: Lane Changes: Joe Biren from B to B+15, April Johnson from M+30 to M+45, and Joanna Vogel from B+30 to B+45. They also accepted the retirement of Gayleen Kirchner from the Food Service, the resignation of Elissa Wieneke as Community Education Coordinator and the non-renewal of Elissa Wieneke as Head Softball Coach.

By Crystal Reith Becoming a veterinarian was always something Dr. Mariah Beckmann wanted to do.

The Murray County Central Softball team held their 2025 Softball Banquet this past week. The Rebels were the champions of the Red Rock Conference this season. The Rebels had 5 All Red Rock Conference members and 2 honorable mentions. The All conference members included seniors Thea Schneider, Emmi Peltola, Elyse Paulzine, along with juniors Kate Blankenship and Ava Deacon. The honorable mentions included junior Calliegh Doeden and Kat Miller. The Cy Young award winner was Thea Schneider. The Rebels steals, and batting champion went to Kate Blankenship. The Gold Glove award winner was Blankenship. The Rudy Award winner went to Takeyah Flowers. Kate Blankenship was named All State Second Team.

By Mark Zinnel- Buttermaker Reporter Hadley would go 1-1 in games during the week. Here is the week’s recap: Wednesday at Windom WINDOM 8 HADLEY 0 Whenever Hadley and Windom face each other, the outcome usually goes down to the final innings, and it usually depends on which team makes a crucial error. Wednesday’s game started out as a pitcher’s duel as Buttermaker starter, Jacob Van Dam faced former Buttermaker draftee, Ross Ackerman, but ended up in a Pirate whitewash.

TO THE EDITOR: It is sad to say farewell. The Murray County Administrator, Carolyn McDonald, made an executive decision to have the perennial flower garden om the northeast side of the Murray County Courthouse removed.

The Chandler American Legion and Auxiliary met on Tues. afternoon, May 20 with President Patsy Buys presiding. Chaplain, Geri Sankey, gave the opening prayer. The meeting continued in usual form. The secretaries and treasurers reports were read and approved.

The MMR vaccine is a critical tool in safeguarding public health, offering protection against three significant diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella. Despite its proven efficacy, recent years have seen a concerning resurgence of measles in the United States, underscoring the importance of vaccination adherence.

By Kathy Schwartz, Murray County Master Gardener Mulch beds now through the end of June. Use about 2 inches.