Every small town has that one local story people swear is true. This month’s might be the best one yet.
The latest edition of Maple Creek Fire & Rescue Monthly features a headline nobody saw coming: Scarecrow Jesus has officially received the department’s Medal of Valor.
No witness actually claims to have seen Scarecrow Jesus move, yet somehow everyone agrees he deserves the recognition anyway.
According to local legend, three people escaped a burning building under circumstances that still can’t be explained. No witness actually claims to have seen Scarecrow Jesus move, yet somehow everyone agrees he deserves the recognition anyway. Sometimes a great story doesn’t need every question answered.
I love small-town newsletters because they always have a personality of their own, and this one might be my favorite yet. Between the fire safety tips, department updates, and a completely serious awards ceremony for a motionless roadside scarecrow, it’s exactly the kind of community spirit that makes me smile.
Congratulations, Scarecrow Jesus. You remain perfectly motionless… but apparently you’re also a decorated local hero.
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