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GREEN THUMB

By Arnold Krusemark September is now half over. Autumn (or Fall) will officially arrive next week. Outside some of our vegetation has also announced the coming of Autumn. Nearby is a field of field corn. Two weeks ago all the corn was in total green. This week they are mostly brown awaiting the corn picker and harvest.

NEW TO MEDICARE VIRTUAL CLASS

Learning what to do when you become eligible for Medicare can seem overwhelming. This class is for people who will be new to Medicare and would like to learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C and D. Topics will include a comprehensive introduction to Medicare including what Medicare covers, supplemental insurance and Part D prescription coverage. During the class you will learn the Medicare enrollment details, how to get the most from your benefits and how to research your Medicare plan options using the Medicare.gov site.

CRIME VICTIM SERVICES OF NEW HORIZONS CRISIS CENTER RECEIVES COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT

The Crime Victim Services program of New Horizons Crisis Center has been awarded a community impact grant from the United Way of Southwest Minnesota (UWSWMN) in the amount of $32,500. These funds will be used by them to provide advocacy, support and empowerment to those whose lives are impacted by sexual assault and general crime. They will also work to reduce the occurrence and impact of crime and victimization in our communities. This work aligns with UWSWMN’s safety and well-being priority area.

CHURCH NOTES

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, Slayton, MN. Pastor Darby Lawrence.

THEOLOGY IN THE TRENCHES

An Offering of Stability Making my way into the kitchen brought silence. It’s easy to enjoy the stillness within the confines of stability, predictability— an offering it is. Too quiet, I thought as it wasn’t all that early. I peered out the kitchen window and recognized the pick-up parked in the driveway. All was well.

GOOD NEWS

By John Stenen “Another moment goes by, a minute, a week, a year; summer is past, the winter is soon upon us and still, I am not saved.” Does that apply to you? What we have experienced this past year is the amazing grace and mercy of God in giving those not yet saved, more time to do so.

SLAYTON SENIOR DINING MENU

Monday, September 19: Chicken Fried Steak & Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Greens Beans, Dinner Roll w/Margarine, Dessert, Lowfat Milk. Tuesday, September 20: Ham, Cooked Cabbage, Carrots, Dinner Roll/Margarine, Dessert, Lowfat Milk.

MURRAY COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE: CAR REMOVED FROM LAKE SARAH

On Monday August 29th the Murray County Sheriff’s Office received a report from a local fisherman of a possible vehicle in Lake Sarah. On Tuesday August 30th, Murray County Deputies responded to the location provided by the fisherman.

LOOFT LOCKED, LOADED IN HUNT FOR SUPER NATIONALS TITLE

BOONE, Iowa – Four-time and defending Friesen Performance IMCA Northern SportMod national champion Matthew Looft, is locked and loaded for the 40th annual IMCA Speedway Motors Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s.

MURRAY COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOL MENU

Monday, September 12: Breakfast: Trix Cereal Bar, Assorted Fruit & Juice Choices, Milk. Lunch: Italian Dunkers, Steamed Corn, Chilled Peaches, Assorted Fresh Fruits & Veggies.