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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.

Murray County Central School Board held their monthly meeting on April 8th at 6pm. The agenda was approved. The financials for the month were also reviewed and approved. They accepted the personnel changes presented by Superintendent Joe Meyer. These include the resignation of Brittany Berndt (Junior High Math Teacher) and Taitum Timm (ECSE Teacher) both at the end of the year, as well as the hiring of Payton Braun (ECSE Teacher) and Erin Scandrett (4th Grade Teacher). There was no one present for public forum.

Twenty-one Murray County 4-H Ambassadors hit the road to Sioux Falls, SD to have a day to create a bonding opportunity that will last them a lifetime. Murray County 4-H Ambassadors have been busy since the fall of 2023 when their group increased to thirty-five members.

Girls Start Season in Worthington The girls team battled windy, chilly conditions this past Saturday at the Worthington Girls Invitational. MCC faced off against golfers from Worthington, Fairmont, Jackson County Central, Russell-Tyler-Ruthton, Luverne, Pipestone, Hills-Beaver Creek and Windom.