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Lake Benton firefighter charged with arson

LAKE BENTON — A member of the Lake Benton Fire Department was charged with arson this week, in connection with a fire at a Lake Benton bar building in July. The Buffalo Ridge Drug and Violent Crime Task Force said agents arrested Jameson John Vermaat, 39, on Thursday, and brought him to the Lincoln County Jail. Charges of felony criminal property damage and second degree arson were filed against Vermaat Thursday in Lincoln County District court. Vermaat appeared in custody in Lincoln County court on Thursday, court records said. A future hearing date was set…

Taking steps to support vets

MARSHALL — Like everybody else who signed up for Wednesday evening’s CHAD1000X challenge held outside MRSHL Fitness on Third Street,…

'They answered the call'

MARSHALL — They come from all walks of life, and from different branches of the military. But all U.S. veterans…

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Local Sports

Minneota sweeps Pine River-Backus to advance to state semifinals

ST. PAUL — The Minneota volleyball team opened its run in the Class A state tournament Thursday, sweeping Pine River-Backus in three sets to advance to the state semifinals. The top-seeded Vikings earned a 25-14, 25-10, 25-11 victory at Grand Casino Arena, improving to 29-4 on the season. Pine River-Backus finished the match with…

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

Listening, learning and partnering in southwest Minnesota

As the University of Minnesota’s 175th anniversary comes to a close, I was delighted to visit Marshall and spend time with local business, agricultural and community leaders discussing the future of southwest Minnesota’s workforce. Agriculture is central to southwest Minnesota’s economy and identity, and the University of Minnesota is proud to be a partner…

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