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Figueroa hired as Lyon Co. jail admin

MARSHALL — Lyon County commissioners approved the hiring of a new county jail administrator this week. Gabriel Figueroa was approved as the permanent jail administrator after serving as an interim administrator. Lyon County Human Resources Director Aurora Heard said the county advertised and interviewed for the jail administrator position after former jail administrator Brad Marks retired in August. Figueroa was being recommended for the job. Figueroa’s annual salary would be $100,000, Heard said. Commissioners voted to approve the hire, effective Aug. 21. Figueroa has served as interim jail administrator since Aug. 21, after Marks retired.…

MN Senate candidates talk issues

MARSHALL — Area candidates for Minnesota state Senate weighed in on topics from taxes to education and child care, during…

Locking up student devices

MARSHALL — Marshall High School took a new approach to personal electronic devices like cell phones this year. “In a nutshell,…

Ashley Pippen

Personal (Occupation, Education, and Family):
Occupation:  Stay-at-home mom and licensed cosmetologist since 2013.
Background: Grew up in the metro area, moved all…

Bob Prince

Personal (Occupation, Education, and Family): I'm currently employed as a Porter with a strong community supporter Kruse Motors. 
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No. 1 Minneota holds off No. 9 Dawson-Boyd for 28-21 road win

DAWSON — In a matchup between two of Minnesota’s top-ranked Class A football teams, No. 1 Minneota remained unbeaten with a 28-21 road victory over No. 9 Dawson-Boyd. The Vikings improved to 8-0 on the season, while the Blackjacks fell to 6-2 in a competitive battle between two of southwest Minnesota’s top programs. Both…

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'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…

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Vote Seifert for state senator

 As a life long resident of southwest Minnesota, I am proud to be voting for Braxton Seifert for state senator.  Braxton has been a very involved member of our communities, serving as a member of the Lyon County Corn & Soybean Growers, giving communion as a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, active in…

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More than a phone policy: Preparing students for success

One of the greatest responsibilities we have as a school district is preparing students not only for graduation, but for life beyond our classrooms. That means helping students develop academic knowledge, strong character, healthy relationships, and the self-regulation skills they will need to succeed in college, careers, and their communities. This year, Marshall High…

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