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Slayton American Legion Post 64 meeting Monday April 27th 7pm at the 4-H Building on the Murray County Fairgrounds, 3048 Broadway Ave, Slayton, MN 56172. All veterans, members and non-members, are encouraged to attend.

It’s time to get planting done. We’ve been advised that the tulips are up. So are peonies and other permanent plants. Then we check the garden for rhubarb, horseradish, and asparagus. When there was enough asparagus, we enjoyed it from our own garden area.

The Chandler American Legion Auxiliary met on Wednesday, March 18th. The meeting opened in usual form with President Patsy Buys presiding.

How Did We Survive? Used to be, or so it seemed that life was easier back in the day. Ignorance is bliss—so they say— and I would agree.

In an effort to promote healthy aging and reduce fall risk among older adults, A.C.E. of Southwest Minnesota is pleased to offer an upcoming A Matter of Balance class series in Slayton. This evidence-based program is designed to help participants build confidence, reduce fear of falling, and increase overall activity levels.

By John Stenen Space doesn’t permit angel stories, but the Word of God tells us that the angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and delivers them. Psalm 34:7. I have never believed, like some Christians, that we can command angels and tell them what to do. However, I do believe that when we Christians stand on the promises of God and speak the Word of God in faith, God commissions the angels to work on our behalf and bring about deliverance or whatever blessings may be needed at the time. Hebrews 1:14 says, “Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who inherit salvation.” One of the greatest problems in the Church today is that most of the angels who are sent to help us are unemployed because it seems as though many Christians do not understand that we have angelic help available. Do you have needs? Find the promises of God in His Word, believe it, speak it into being through prayer, and praise God for the answer. Read Phil. 4:6-8 and learn to cast your care on the Lord because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7. God bless.

The Slayton Community Band is a beautiful mix of people of all ages. We are a FUN group of people that have lots of laughs and learning along the way. If you play a concert band instrument and would like to join us for this season, you are welcome! Please contact Christie Gergen 712-309-1040 or show up for practice!

Mayor Miron Carney opened the Monday night Slayton City Council with a verbal tribute to City Attorney Merlyn Anderson, who passed away on Sunday, April 12 at the age of 84 years. Carney stated, “Merlyn has dedicated more than five decades of his professional life to serving this community. From the early 1970’s until recently, he helped guide this community through many changes. We remember Merlyn Anderson for the lasting impact he made on this community.”

FATHER-DAUGHTER PROM SET FOR SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026 Get your dancing shoes ready — the Slayton Women of Today are thrilled to announce the return of the beloved Father- Daughter Prom on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the MCC High School Gymnasium in Slayton! It’s time to make some magical memories with your daughter(s) — and if Dad isn’t available, no worries! Daughters are welcome to be escorted by a grandfather, uncle, or another special male figure. Dance the afternoon away with the beats of DJ Pete Beerman and enjoy delicious refreshments.

The Murray County Commissioners on Tuesday tabled a planned discussion regarding a county coordinator position after Commissioners Dennis Welgraven and Jackie Meier said they hadn’t had time to talk to department heads or do research before a decision.