TRUMAN — Friday is the Fourth of July, so as we celebrate our nation’s independence, let’s thank those who have served and sacrificed for our nation. Let’s respect one another. We won’t always agree, but we can approach our differences with open minds and a willingness to listen to our fellow Americans. Have a safe and memorable Fourth of July.

Minnesota State Fair scholarship awards up to 22 scholarships, $1,000 each. The scholarships are available to use for those enrolled in agricultural programs in 2024-2025. Two $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to people of any age who enter a skilled trade career or further their training. Since the inception of 1994, more than $600,000 has been awarded. The Minnesota State Fair Scholarships are funded by the Minnesota State Fair Foundation. The application for the Minnesota State Fair Scholarships must be submitted online by 4:30 p.m. on July 14, 2025. Information about these scholarships can be found at mnstatefair.org/competitions/awards/scholarships/.

The Truman City Council will meet at 5:30 pm on Monday at the municipal building. These meetings are open to the public.

Truman Active Living group welcomes the public’s attendance at their meetings, held on the second Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10 at the Truman Historical Museum.

The Truman Public Library is giving out take-home STEM kits all of July.

Happy Birthday to Dennis Burmeister on Wednesday, July 9. Cards can be sent to Dennis at 10293 473rd Avenue, Truman, Minn. 56088.

Martin County 4-H Extension Educator Laura Pilarski is coming to the Truman Library at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9. Join Laura for fun projects. This is a free activity made possible by the Martin County Library System. If you have any questions, contact Theresa at (507) 776-2717 from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The 2025 Truman Days event schedule is available at local businesses, or the link to events is on their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TrumanDaysMN.

The Truman City-Wide Garage Sale participants and maps will be available on July 19 at Casey’s and local businesses.

Truman will have a farmers’ market. More details to follow.