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FFA HORSE TEAM

Horse Judging Results The Horse Judging team placed 1st out of 16 teams at Regional competition on Oct 11. The team consists of Madi Clarke (2nd Individual) Ava Reemstma (4th Individual) Peyton DeGreeff (10th Individual) Danika Jackels (12th Individual) Addy Dierks, Danyel Nielson, and Hayden Miller. For horse judging we have a written test on horse tack/equipment. We also judge multiple conformation classes (halter) and different riding classes such as: Western Pleasure, English,and Hunter Under Saddle to name a few. We also have questions classes on some of our classes. We are excited to be attending the State FFA Convention and looking forward to improving on our 5th place finish from last year.

LEGISLATIVE CLAIM TO BE SUBMITTED FOR CD 11 EXPENSES

By Joanne Bergman The Murray County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, October 25, 2022. Commissioner Molly Malone serves as chair of the board. Also present were Commissioners Dave Thiner, Dennis Welgraven, Jim Kluis and Lori Gunnink.

DISTRICT COURT

Please, do not request that your name be left off the District Court List. DISTRICT COURT FULDA POLICE DEPARTMENT Ta Poe Klot, Fulda, MN, Disorderly Conduct - Brawling or Fighting - $510.

Annual 1st and 5th Grade Fire Depa rtment

MURRAY COUNTY CHRISTMAS PROJECT The Murray County Christmas Project is again planning to provide toys and gifts to over 300 eligible children in Murray County. We are accepting donations of toys and gifts for children 0 through 11 years of age.

USDA ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS TO HELP COVER COSTS OF ORGANIC, TRANSITIONING PRODUCERS

Agricultural producers and handlers who are certified organic, along with producers and handlers who are transitioning to organic production, can now apply for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Organic and Transitional Education Certification Program (OTECP) and Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP), which help producers and handlers cover the cost of organic certification, along with other related expenses. Applications for OTECP and OCCSP are both due October 31, 2022.

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MCC FALLS TO ARROWS AT HOME

In non conference action, the Pipestone Area Arrows were in Slayton to take on host Murray County Central Rebels. MCC, just coming off an exciting win in Edgerton, were looking to continue to improve.

MCC TAKES THE WIN AGAINST MINNESOTA VALLEY LUTHERAN

The MCC Rebels entered week 7 of the high school football season with a lot on the line. The Rebels were looking for a win to guarantee an above .500 record for the season and to take another step closer to securing an extra home game in the first round of the playoffs. Standing in the Rebels way was the 5-2 Minnesota Valley Lutheran Chargers. This game was played in stages, a crazy first quarter followed by a defense dominated three quarters but in the end the Rebels would get the win they needed.

SLAYTON SENIOR DINING MENU

Monday, October 24: Chicken Fried Steak w/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Biscuit w/Margarine, Fruit, Lowfat Milk. Tuesday, October 25: Ham, Cooked Cabbage, Peas and Carrots, Dinner Roll w/Margarine, Dessert, Lowfat Milk.