🌱 Murray family mourns the passing of Sandra Ruth Hoffman West
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In today's newsletter:
- Murray family mourns the passing of Sandra Ruth Hoffman West
- Murray State’s big third inning lifts Racers over North Alabama, 9–5
Also on today's calendar: Calloway County Board of Education Regular Meeting and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Pleasant with sunshine, with a high of 78 and low of 48 degrees.
- Thursday: Pleasant with plenty of sun, temps: high: 74, low: 55.
- Friday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 85 and low of 66 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Sandra Ruth Hoffman West (villages-news.com) — Murray is home to Sandra Ruth Hoffman West’s daughter, Maureen West Hyatt, who is among the family members grieving Sandra’s passing at age 85 in The Villages, Florida. Loved ones will celebrate her life June 22 at St. George Episcopal Church in Lady Lake, Florida, followed by a reception. 
• Racers split season series against Lions, 9-5 (roarlions.com) — Murray baseball fans just saw Murray State top North Alabama 9–5 at Johnny Reagan Field in Taylor Family Park, with the Racers using a big third inning to pull ahead. The midweek matchup featured multiple pitchers and strong hitting on both sides, closing out North Alabama’s midweek slate.
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- Graves County honors fallen Mayfield officer during National Police Week - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News (kbsi23.com)
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