Upside Down Downy Jug It’s been almost two years now since we made the big retirement move from the farm to the quiet on the hill. If you’ve already read a column or two about this, and think you’ve already heard it all—trust me, you haven’t.

The Chandler American Legion Auxiliary met on Tuesday, June 17 at 1:30 pm with Patsy Buys presiding. The meeting opened in usual form with an opening prayer. The Auxiliary sang the National Anthem and recited the “Pledge of Allegiance,” held a moment of silence in memory of the deceased, and read the Preamble to the Constitution of the American Legion Auxiliary. The meeting continued with the Secretary and Treasurer reports. Faye read a “Thank You” from Samaritan’s Purse for the donation we had sent to them. The Auxiliary decided to leave the yearly dues the same amount as it has been in the last few years. Patsy gave a report on all the small flags that are put on the two cemeteries each year. Many are not reusable. The Auxiliary voted to order 4 dozen new flags. There would not be a meeting in July. Instead, the Auxiliary planned to play Bingo at the Luverne Veteran’s Home. County Installation was planned by the Auxiliary in Lake Wilson. It was to be held on August 4 at 6:30 pm at the Legion Hall in Lake Wilson. Several members planned to attend. Before the meeting adjourned, the Auxiliary voted to send $100 to the Ronald McDonald House. The next Auxiliary meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 16 at 1:30 pm at the Chandler Community Center. Dues are to be paid at this time. Mary Mesner is the hostess. The meeting closed with the closing prayer and the Auxiliary sang “America.” Mary VanEck was hostess.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

The Murray County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on September 2, 2025. Commissioner Jackie Meier was absent from this meeting.

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.