Bending the Willows Theology in the Trenches by Kathleen Kjolhaug The unknown often creates curiosity. As a child, the bended bowing Weeping Willow Trees sparked within me curiosity.

Monday, October 18: Salisbury Steak and Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Carrots, Dinner Roll w/Margarine, Dessert, Lowfat Milk. Tuesday, October 19: Baked Chicken, Baked Potato w/Sour Cream, Broccoli Florets, Bread w/Margarine, Dessert, Lowfat Milk.

As fall approaches, farmers are preparing for harvest. With the worry of getting the crops in on time there is little time to think of anything else. But as farmers are gearing up it is important to remember to remain safe and healthy during the harvest season.

Question: This week it has been extremely foggy on the morning commute, can you give some advice on driving in fog? Answer: Driving when the weather limits your visibility can be a challenge for all of us on the road. You can reduce your chances of being involved in a crash by eliminating distractions and by following a few safety tips.

• Frederic H. Berreau Revocable Living Trust to Frances Berreau Revocable Living Trust, B: 13 L: 11 E ½, Original Plat, Lake Wilson; B: 13 L: 12, Original Plat, Lake Wilson.

DISTRICT COURT FULDA POLICE DEPARTMENT Sarah Obang Gor, St. Cloud, MN, Disorderly Conduct - $385.

Question: I drive school bus and am a retired firefighter. Recently one of our buses was stopped - 8 ways on, stop signs deployed - when two fire apparatus approached red lights and sirens. The apparatus did not slow and sped past the bus. I’ve always said regardless of what type of emergency vehicle, they must stop and wait for the school bus drive to shut down the 8 ways (indicating safe to proceed).

The Murray County Medical Center Board met in regular session on September 29. Dr. Snow reviewed the medical appointments for the month which included several telemedia providers along with two Allied Health Professionals: George Hirschboeck, a nurse anesthetist and Michelle Davis, a family nurse practitioner.

The October Lunchbox Lecture will be held Thursday October 14 at noon in the 4-H building on the Murray County Fairgrounds in Slayton. This month’s topic will be presented by Minnesota Author, Patricia Lubeck. She will speak on her newest book, “Victims of Foul Play: A True Story of One Man’s Dark Secrets.”

The Murray County Historical Society is excited to announce the lineup of speakers for the 2021-2022 Lunchbox Lecture Series. This year’s lectures will be held in person at the 4-H Building on the Murray County Fair Grounds. The cost to attend lectures is $3.00 and free for historical society members. Bring your lunch. Beverages are provided. For more information about this and other history programming call 507- 836-6533 or email museum@ co.murray.mn.us