GET READY TO DANCE!

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.

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TABLE DECISION ON COUNTY COORDINATOR POSITION

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.

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Question: I have a question for you. We are looking at renting a moving truck and I noticed it doesn’t have a rearview mirror since the back in blocked by the box of the truck. What is the law in regards to this?

DISTRICT COURT

MN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Levi Arnold Van Dyken, Luverne, MN, Transportation of Firearms - Loaded Firearm; Take raccoon in illegal manner - $485. Wyatt Kyle Vos, Edgerton, MN, Transportation of Firearms - Loaded Firearm; Take raccoon in illegal manner - $485.

NEW CANDIDATE RESOURCES NOW AVAILABLE

Resources include webpages, updated candidate affidavits, 2026 Campaign Manual Four weeks ahead of the candidate filing period, Minnesota Secretary of Steve Simon announced a suite of new resources for Minnesotans looking to run for office. The new resources include reimagined webpages for with information on how candidates file for office, updated candidate affidavits, and the 2026 Campaign Manual.

CANDIDATE FILING DEADLINES IN MINNESOTA

The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State reminds individuals interested in running for most public offices in Minnesota in 2026 that the official candidate filing periods are fast approaching. Federal Offices Candidates for U.S.

MCC SCHOOL BOARD HIRES TESSA DIERKS AS HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

By Crystal Reith The April 13, 2026 Murray County Central School Board approved new hires, a facilities agreement and heard updates from school administration. Superintendent Joe Meyer announced the hiring of Tessa Dierks as the high school principal and Molly Hennen as an elementary teacher.

ELITE AUCTIONS, LLC OPEN IN NEW LOCATION

By Norma Dittman Located in a highly visible and accessible setting, Elite Auctions, LLC’s new building is complete and open for business, according to owners Tyson and Jordyn Meyeraan, Fulda. The auction company’s new address is 2359 State Hwy 62, Fulda MN.

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