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With unemployment rates at a record low, there is no better time to look for a job, a better job, or a whole new career. Attend the Job and Resource Fair coming up Wednesday, Jan.

Learning what to do when you become eligible for Medicare can seem overwhelming. This class is for people who will be new to Medicare and would like to learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C and D. Topics will include a comprehensive introduction to Medicare including what Medicare covers, supplemental insurance, and Part D prescription coverage. During the class, attendees will learn the Medicare enrollment details, how to get the most from benefits and how to research Medicare plan options using the Medicare.gov site.

Granite Falls is offering a variety of winter entertainment opportunities from Jan. 29 through Feb. 5 with the return of the Ole and Lena Days Mid- Winter Celebration. The week of festivities begins Saturday, Jan. 29, when the Granite Falls Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a celebration fundraiser, titled “Ole and Lena Hot Havanna Nights” at The Rock Dining & Entertainment Center. Tickets are on sale now for the event that includes dinner as well as entertainment by awardwinning comedian Tim Harmston, featured in this week’s edition of the Advocate Tribune. There will also be a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, open treasure chest, and wine pull. The event begins at 6 pm. and ends at 9 p.m. To purchase tickets, call the Granite Falls Area Chamber of Commerce at 320- 321-3202. The event raises funds to help support Chamber events throughout the year.

Yellow Medicine County Sheriff’s Office Moen, Jeremy Lynn, Canby; Offense date 11/7/21 Domestic Assault - GM - Subsequent Violation (Gross Misdemeanor); Plea 11/29/2021 Guilty; Disposition 11/29/2021 Convicted; Court Decision 01/05/2022 Sentenced; Local Confinement (365 Days, Stay 0 Yr 0 Mo 362 Days For 2 Yr Credit for time served: 3 Days); $300 Fine. .

Take the 15th Annual Community Health Challenge: The objectives of the 15th Annual Community Health Challenge are to encourage people to achieve a healthier lifestyle and to get more people active in the community. Participants can join together with three other friends to form a team.

Now is a great time to prepare for ice fishing this winter and one place to start is the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ website. The DNR’s learn to ice fish page (dnr.state.mn.us/ gofishing/learn-ice-fish.html) includes species-specific guides for everything from bluegill to walleye and tips to get started and safely enjoying time out on the ice. Additionally, anyone can register for a free webinar about ice fishing that will be held Wednesday, Jan. 12 at noon. For more information about the webinar, check out the outdoor skills and stewardship page of the outdoor skills and stewardship page of the DNR website (dnr.state.mn.us/fishwildlife/outreach).