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DFL candidates win MN state offices, U.S. Senate seat

Democratic candidates won in key Minnesota elections on Tuesday, according to unofficial vote totals reported by the Minnesota Secretary of State’s Office.With 84 of Minnesota’s 87 counties reporting in, DFL candidates had the lead in races for U.S. Senate, Minnesota Governor, and offices like Secretary of State, State Auditor and Attorney General. In the race for U.S. Senator, DFL candidate Peggy Flanagan had the lead over Republican candidate Michele Tafoya, with over 54% of the vote, compared to nearly 43% for Tafoya. Amy Klobuchar and Ben Schierer were in the lead for Minnesota Governor and…

Fischbach wins re-election in CD 7

U.S. Rep. Michelle Fishbach won re-election in Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District on Tuesday, according to unofficial vote totals from the…

Hennen wins MN House 15A seat

Brad Hennen won Tuesday’s election for Minnesota House of Representatives in District 15A. According to unofficial vote totals, Hennen, R-Ghent,…

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Local Sports

Fairbanks Ice Dogs set for return to Marshall, continuing community connection

MARSHALL — The Fairbanks Ice Dogs junior hockey team is preparing to return to Marshall this December, continuing a relationship that began during the COVID-19 pandemic and has grown into an annual tradition. The junior hockey team will play at Red Baron Arena & Expo on Dec. 4-5, facing the Minnesota Wilderness both nights.…

Editorials

'Crazy' opportunity to support retail businesses

Any time a business closes in Marshall a lot of criticism is directed toward the city, especially on social media. While businesses do close now and then, new businesses are opening up as well. Take a stroll down Main Street and you will notice the changes. You will also find a vibrant retail atmosphere…

Letters to the Editor

Vote Seifert for state senator

In the campaign for State Senate, I’ve been very impressed with Braxton Seifert. Votes are earned. Braxton Seifert has been working hard, accessible at dozens of parades, going door to door and many community events. That’s a huge contrast to his opponent. He’s pledged to have open town hall meetings, listening to everyone, regardless…

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Beatrice Jerzak

IVANHOE — Mass of Christian Burial for Beatrice Marie (Van Overbeke) Jerzak, 75, of Ivanhoe will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. John Cantius Catholic Church in Wilno. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Sunday, followed by a prayer service at 7 p.m., at St. John Cantius. Visitation will resume one hour prior…