Do you know that pistols are built to be accurate for two hundred yards plus? However, most people can only hit their target at fifty feet or less. Why? Because they have little practice. Do you Christians know that Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly? John 10:10. Yet, so many live a defeated life. Why? Because they don’t practice standing on the promises of God, and say what God says about whatever situation you may find yourself in. Scripture tells us that without faith, it is impossible to please God. Heb. 11:6. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing, and hearing, and hearing the Word of God. Rom.10:17. No wonder so many of us Christians are so spiritually weak. We are so distracted, and find so little time, if any, to really study the Word of God, build our faith, and stand of His exceedingly great and precious promises. Listen to most Christians, and they do not speak in line with God’s Word. They speak negatively, they speak doubt. and fear, and unbelief. Is it any wonder prayers are not answered. I would encourage you to study Mark 11:22-25, and act on it, as you grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless.

The Murray County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a $300,000 EDA loan to Wonder World Preschool, bringing the childcare center within approximately $325,000 of their fundraising goal of $2.1 million to build a new facility.

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By Norma Dittman Approximately 225 Fulda area residents filled the cafeteria at Fulda High School on Wednesday, January 14th for a meeting with management of the Maynard’s Grocery Store. A ‘For Sale’ sign posted in December on the entry door to the Fulda Maynard’s Grocery Store was the first indication to the community of the store’s struggle to be profitable.

The Slayton City Council on Tuesday approved the appointment of Jesse Hoffmann to the position of Slayton Police Chief. Hoffmann has been serving as interim chief since the resignation of Jeremy Steinle. The union waived the 10-day internal posting provision of the labor contract and supported Hoffmann’s appointment as chief.

By Norma Dittman Bryon Thurston, a native of Fulda, and his wife, Amy, along with daughter Kelsie Dick, have been operating the former Antonio’s in Fulda under the new name of 507 Burger and Pizza since Monday, December 15th, 2025.

On January 14, 2026, US Army Vietnam Veteran, Gary Fiedler, was presented with a Quilt of Valor at the meeting of the American Legion Post 576, Avoca, MN. The quilt is given in honor, appreciation and thanks for the veteran’s service; and to bring comfort, peace and healing to the veteran.

Two dozen students from Murray County Central High School Drama Department will perform the one act play “Rue” at 7 p.m. Monday, January 26 at the MCC Auditorium. Tickets will be available at the door.

Reality Check is preparing for its fifth year in the MCC and Fulda School Districts and volunteers are needed! Do you remember trying to run a household for the first time? Insurance, vehicles, kids, medical expenses, banking and maintaining a budget were a mystery. Our high school students are facing this challenge and need help to prepare, so it is time for a Reality Check! High school seniors from MCC and Fulda school districts will attend this interactive program on March 23 that assigns them an income, then sends them out to choose insurance, transportation, medical, finance options and more.

The Murray County Central School Board opened up their first meeting of the year with an election of officers. Tony Clarke maintained his position as Chair, Lauren Biegler remains Clerk, Robin Gilbertdon remains Treasurer and Brent Miller remains Vice Chair.