Science is like an investigative way to find answers to questions we have as kids, so let’s help our kids nurture their inner scientist. The Science & Nature Conference provides inspiration for kids to develop skills needed to understand the world around them. They can meet zoo animals, learn about bugs, and snakes; play with polymers, create circuits, check out a virtual sandbox or cadaver, maybe even learn about aviation, upcycling, or Landsat’s. There is so much for kids to discover. These handson learning sessions give kids a chance to explore science in a whole new way. Let’s get kids excited about science!

Women from the breadth of Minnesota’s agriculture community are invited to share their stories with legislators and key leaders at the Minnesota State Capitol for Women in Ag Day on Monday, March 25.

Slayton City Council met on Monday, March 4th. The agenda was approved with additions. The minutes from the February 20th and 26th meetings were approved. The claims were reviewed and approved as well. The council thanked City Clerk Jackie Giesen for her efforts on finding and applying for a grant from the SWMN Arts Council for $10,000 for the rehab on the Band Shell in Gullord Park. They will work to get a new roof, some floor areas repaired, and stairs repaired.

When a man with a guitar took the stage during an Open Mic night at Bluenose Gopher Public House, turning his back to the audience and facing the window behind the stage to play, it drew the attention of the crowd. It wasn’t, however, the way he sat, turned away from the audience, that caught their attention initially - it was the sound that came from his guitar, and the sound of his voice as he sang.

The Minnesota State Wrestling tournament held at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul is truly an experience for the wrestling spectator, and the wrestlers themselves.

In a rematch of a seven point win for TMB in the regular season, the Sub-Section 3A South first round game did not disappoint as the #4 seeded Panthers took on the #5 seeded Murray County Central Rebels in an instant classic. The nerves were notable for the Rebels to start the game as indecision turned into fundamentally unsound play and odd turnovers, which led to TMB getting the first bucket of the game.

“It is appointed once unto man to die, and after that the judgment,” (Heb. 9:27). There are those who believe that after they die they will go to purgatory. They believe that going into purgatory will further purify them of their sins; after this further purification of their sins, they believe they will then be acceptable to enter into heaven. This teaching is false;- it is nowhere to be found in the Bible. This teaching was introduced in 593 A.D. If this teaching is true, then what Jesus Christ accomplished on the cross for those of us who have placed our faith in all He did for us, is insufficient. The apostle Paul tells us in Galatians 1:1112 that all the revelations he received came directly from Jesus Christ, not from man. He tells us in 2nd Corinthians 5:8 concerning those of us who are Christians and die, that we go to be with the Lord - not purgatory. Paul also tells us by inspiration of the Holy Spirit in Philippians 1:19-24 that when Christians leave this life, they go to be with Christ.

The Pipestone Master Gardeners are excited to offer a Gardening 101 Workshop. Everyone is certain to learn something new at this workshop; whether you are a seasoned gardening expert, an avid gardener looking for the latest updates from the University, or thinking about starting a garden but don’t know where to start.

By Kathleen Kjolhaug The professor stood before the throngs who were about to receive their diplomas. As the names were read, one word would be proclaimed sort of loud like—every so often.

Court Queen of Peace met Saturday, Feb 24 with 12 members present in the school social room due to floor and pew restoration in the church. Regent Amy Kathman called the meeting to order with prayer and flag pledge. Without a secretary, a synopsis of the January meeting was read by Vice-regent Deanna Konkol. The treasurer’s report was read and filed. There was nothing to report from the Financial secretary, SOS chair, Youth chair or Spirituality chair. Legislative chair Jan Bryan informed CDA members about the End-of-Life Options Act which had medical professionals, people with disabilities, military veterans, and faith leaders speaking against the bill. However, the committee voted along party lines to advance the bill out of committee for further consideration. The second bill was the ‘sanctuary’ bill which would designate all of Minnesota as a sanctuary state for illegal aliens. The bill is not scheduled for a hearing in either chamber. The bright spot is the Families First Project that the legislature passed which gives Minnesotans a nation-leading permanent state-level child tax credit for eligible families.