Dee McFarland of Salem, center, was recently awarded the October “Yard of the Month” or as it is also known as, the “Blue Ribbon Digs.” Her home at 1323 Westview Drive was selected by Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Beautification Committee members, from left, Camille Franzen and Shelby Shambach. McFarland’s property was decorated for the season in a fall theme of pumpkins, mums and Halloween decorations. (Submitted photo)