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GOOD NEWS

There is only one true Church of the Lord Jesus Christ on earth. Only one body of the Lord Jesus Christ. They are scattered throughout the various denominations and independent Churches. They are people who have truly repented of their sin and have been born again, (John 3:3). They have opened their hearts and received Jesus Christ to be their Lord and Savior, (John l:12; John 3:16), and they follow and obey their Lord. Not everyone who claims to be a Christian is a Christian, (Mt. 7:21). However, if you are a true Christian you have a special calling which God intends for all of His children to carry out. We find it in 1 Peter 2:9, “But you are a chosen generation, a Royal Priesthood, an Holy Nation, a peculiar (purchased) people that you should show forth the praises of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvellous light.” Our life should be full of Praise unto God for all He has done for us. We are to be His witnesses here on earth and declare to others His goodness and grace. I could go on and on, but let me ask you this, “Is there enough evidence in your life

GREEN THUMB

Labor Day is over, summer is now reduced days and its work on week-ends. In past columns we’ve mentioned getting Burpees email asking us to plant our fall garden and maybe some new bushes.

MURRAY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

August 14, 2025 9:27 a.m. – Deputy assisted another department in Bondin township 11:10 a.m.

DISTRICT COURT

Please do not request that your name be left off the District Court List. MN STATE HIGHWAY PATROL Denis John Alcock, New River, AZ, Speeding - $135.

Ask A Trooper

Question: I know the distracted driving law has been around for a while now, but can you please talk about it some more? Answer: Driver distraction or inattention is a leading factor in crashes in Minnesota, accounting for at least 25 percent of all crashes annually. Distracted drivers fail to recognize potential hazards on the road and react more slowly to traffic conditions, decreasing their margin of safety.

Fundraiser to benefit WonderWorld Preschool in Slayton

The Friends of the Casey Jones Trail invite the public to join a unique biking experience on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The event, titled “Bike Ride Through History & Prairie Management,” will begin and end at the End O Line Railroad Museum in Currie.

WHY MASS CASUALTY EXERCISES MATTER: A COMMUNITY EFFORT IN PREPAREDNESS

Mass casualty drills are one of the most important training tools we have to prepare for real emergencies. These exercises simulate high-impact events where responders must act quickly to save lives, manage chaos, and coordinate across agencies under stress. In such situations, training isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.

LOCAL BOYS PLAY BALL IN COOPERSTOWN

The Southwest Minnesota Blaze Baseball is a team of 12 youth baseball players from Southwest Minnesota, formed to represent the region and play together at the American Youth Baseball Hall of Fame Invitational tournament played in Cooperstown, NY, the home of Cooperstown Dreams Park and the National Baseball Hall of Fame.