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Court Queen of Peace met Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022 following Mass and brunch by Marti Engelkes and her committee. Regent Joann Halbur called the meeting to order after prayer and flag pledge. Jeaneen Nelson read the secretary’s report which will be filed. Thank you notes for the Christmas goodies from the Mullers and Lucille Halbur were read. Betty Palmer and Jean Eich were absent due to illness but dues can be paid to Jeaneen Nelson.

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.

The Fulda Murray County Central Warriors have defeated the Pipestone Arrows to make the section 3A final four. The Warriors made an impressive team showing upsetting the Arrows with a wide margin on Thursday the 17th in Pipestone. The last time these two teams met was December 2nd the 2nd dual of the season for the Warriors. A lot has happened since then and the Warriors have improved in every way the wrestling against the Arrows was top notch as well as the coaching. The Warriors haven’t made the final four for 15 years when our assistant coach Cody Kramer was a Junior in High School.

Monday, February 28: Breakfast: Poptart, Assorted Fruit & Juice Choices, Milk. Lunch: Cheeseburger, Fritos, Steamed Green Beans, Applesauce.

Perfect Attendance Sport Mod 1st Place Matthew Looft, 3rd Place Tony Rialson Hobby Stock Class 1st Place Cory Probst, 2nd Place Malik Sampson, 3rd Blake Luinenburg, 5th Place is Jeremy Johnson LSR Enduro Series 1st Place Stacey Krohnborg, 3rd Place Jasmine Kalass, 4th Stuart Nelson, 5th Justin Mann Bomber Class 2nd Place Evan Schettler, 3rd Place Cody Koster, 4th Place Kent Miller, 5th Place Nikkya Betz Left: Compact Class 4th Place Derek Kelsheimer Middle: Modified 2nd Place Jesse Rogotzke Right: Stock Car 1st Place Justin Luinenburg.

Question: I just moved to MN and heard you talking about not using cruise control in the winter, can you please write about this? Answer: Using cruise control on slippery roads could send you on a winter cruise – straight into the ditch or oncoming traffic! With dry road conditions, cruise control helps you safely monitor your speed, stay within the speed limit and improve driving comfort on long, fairly straight stretches of road. It should be used only when you are able to drive at a steady speed with safe road conditions.

The Murray County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 with Commissioner Dave Thiner excused from the meeting. Auditor Treasurer Heidi Winter received approval to engage the MN Office of State Auditor to prepare the audit reports.

Question: Sometimes while I am traveling I’ve noticed a set of reflective triangles out behind a semi? Can I use those on my personal passenger car if it were to break down? Any advice is appreciated.

Dear Editor, I am writing in reference to the Commissioner Article titled “Murray County Commissioners Take Action on Ditch 22” by Joanne Bergman in your February 14, 2022 edition. My motion is incorrectly stated, as I voted to follow the legal advice of our Attorneys, John Kolb and Travis Smith, aligning with our acceptance of the Court Mediation agreement on May 4, 2021.

The Murray County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. Commissioner Molly Malone chaired the meeting. Commissioner Dave Thiner was absent. Several employees were recognized for their years of service: Devin Gillette and Lonny Lambertus, each 5 years, Scott Nelson, 10 years, Laurie Hill, 15 years, Marcy Barritt and Lisa Saner, 30 years and Nancy Pieske, 35 years.