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With election day approaching on Tuesday, Nov. 8, the Herald-Dispatch gave the candidates for Sleepy Eye District 84 Board of Education the opportunity to provide information to the voters. They were asked why they want to serve on the school board and to comment on the top issues the board will be or should be dealing with in the next few years.

Over the years various people have shared with me that one of their favorite stories of the Old Testament is that of David and Goliath. You are likely familiar with it yourself. It gets referenced regularly in sporting events and other “underdog” scenarios, even by people who, curiously, don’t believe the Bible. The record is found in First Samuel 17:1-58.

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The grounds at St. John’s Lutheran Church were filled with people of all ages on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 8, enjoying a beautiful fall day at the seventh annual Pumpkin Patch Palooza. With a farmers market, food, music, a petting zoo, face painting, games and bounce houses for kids, plus a hayride around the neighborhood, there was something for everyone. The proceeds from this year’s Pumpkin Patch Palooza will go to the Sleepy Eye Police Department for cameras in Sportsmen’s Park.

This week is Fire Prevention Week and the Sleepy Eye Fire Department has provided opportunities to learn about and consider how you can keep your household safe from fire dangers. From kindergarten students touring the fire station, to elementary students receiving fire prevention learning materials, to all students participating in fire drills, to the entire community being invited to participate in Operation E.D.I.T.H. (Exit Drill In The Home) on Wednesday evening, everyone has had the nudge to think about fire prevention.