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Please do not request that your name be left off the District Court List. MN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES James T.

7-2-2026 8:26 a.m. - Public assistance requested in Slayton township, deputy responded.

Question: Hello, I live in “cabin country” and it never fails, during the summer months with the influx of traffic, there are always arguments regarding traffic “laws” or “it’s just being Minnesota nice”. There’s been several near misses and I can see both sides of the argument and wondering if you can help clear up an ongoing discussion.

By Crystal Reith Her passion for providing high quality, compassionate care led Courtney Bonnstetter to step into the role of director of nursing at Murray County Medical Center (MCMC). Bonnstetter began her new position on May 6 and looks forward to being back with the MCMC family and community.

By Norma Dittman Dr. Maggie Currie, DDS, is very excited to begin her practice at Prairie Lakes Family Dentistry on Monday, July 13th. She is the daughter of Dr. Jon Heezen, and Darcie and Travis Spartz.

By Sandy Holinka “Relay for Life Luminaria Ceremony” is a signature, deeply moving event. The decorated luminaria are lit near dusk to honor every life touched by cancer. As we snap our glow sticks in silence, we join to light the track quietly remembering our treasured relationships, the courage it takes to fight cancer, and the hope for a cure.

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The Currie Fire Department was recently entrusted with a very generous donation in honor of Kayo J. Silvernale. Kayo was a longtime volunteer firefighter and a dedicated supporter of the Currie community. To honor his legacy of service and commitment, Kayo’s daughter, Karen Marben, and her husband, Michael Marben, made this meaningful contribution to support the department he cared about so deeply.

Once again, Currie held their annual 4th of July Duck Races on the DesMoines River. In the business division, Rylan Rupp of Rupp Rock & Gravel came in first and will be donating his winnings to Tracy Area Animal Rescue. The People’s Choice Award best entry was awarded to The Duck Pond and they are donating their winnings to the Currie Fire Dept.