Memories made at the Motley Fair
     Comfy pillow Donnie Landowski, member of the Staples Motley FFA, took a break at the Motley Fair last weekend, resting against his sheep, Beth, one of the many animals on display at the fair's FFA Petting Zoo. The Morrison County Fair in Motley was held June 18 - 21; and featured demo derbies, music, food, midway rides, horse shows, contests and more. (Staples World photos by Dawn Schimpp Timbs)
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'09 Motley Fair grand champs
      The 2009 Morrison County Fair in Motley was held June 18 - 21; with many ribbons awarded in a variety of categories.
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Beef business booming big-time
Auction action every Wednesday in rural Motley
By Dawn Schimpp Timbs World reporter
      Tri-County Livestock Auction in Motley - For farmers and ranchers, it's the place to be on Wednesdays. Some come to sell cattle, hogs and sheep; and others to buy. A few stop by religiously to meet up with old farming friends over a cup of coffee; or to listen as award-winning Auctioneer Al Wessel pitches another verbal fastball.
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Variety of events enjoyed at 2009 Motley Fair
     "Hello Mr. Goat" The Robben siblings from Staples enjoyed getting to see (and pet) a variety of animals at the Motley Fair last weekend. Pictured from left; twins Logan and Dillan, two and a half years; Ashley, four; and Tanner, six. (Staples World photos by Dawn Schimpp Timbs)
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Hwy. 10 roadwork in Morrison County begins
      Motorists should plan for single lane closures on eastbound and westbound Highway 10 from south of Motley to south of Cushing in Morrison County as roadwork gets underway June 29. Crews will apply a seal coat to the pavement surface that will extend the life of the 16-mile section of road.
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