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More closures ahead for East College Drive

Local News June 20, 2026

MARSHALL — The intersection of Main Street and College Drive in Marshall is planned to re-open in about a week, construction representatives said. But before then, drivers will need to watch out for another section of closed road on East College Drive. In construction updates this week, Erika Coudron of R and G Construction said starting Monday, June 22, crews will begin tearing out the road surface on East College between High Street and Hill Street. East College Drive in that area will be closed intermittently, as underground work progresses. There will be temporary crossings of ...

Crime

News of Record June 19, 2026

MARSHALL — A report was sent to the city attorneys office for consideration of school bus stop arm violation charges, in an incident at 4:01 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of South Fourth Street and West Saratoga Street, Marshall Police said. MARSHALL — A scam reported at 12:56 p.m. Thursday on the 1300 block of Westwood Drive is under investigation, Marshall Police said. Accidents MARSHALL — A vehicle struck a sign in a property damage accident at 11:14 a.m. Wednesday on the 1300 block of East Lyon Street, Marshall Police said.

SMSU hosts annual musical and play summer productions

Local News June 19, 2026

Last Friday and Saturday, the SMSU Children's Theatre hosted their third through eighth grade musical production of “Twinderella” and their high school production of the play “Door to Door.” “Twinderella” is a comedic parody of its original that features Cinderella “and her twin ...

Saddle Horse Holiday, Canby Hat Daze this weekend

Local News June 18, 2026

It’s going to be a busy weekend ahead for area festivals. This weekend, the communities of Lake Benton and Canby will be adding some new events to their hometown celebrations. Lake Benton’s 2026 Saddle Horse Holiday kicked off earlier this week, with events like the Miss Lake Benton Pageant. But some of the big days for community events will be Friday and Saturday, said Denise Taylor, Lake Benton Chamber administrative coordinator. “We have a lot going on,” Taylor said. Around lunchtime on Friday, community members will gather for the presentation of this year’s Lake Benton ...

A great 'State Fair'

Local News June 18, 2026

MARSHALL — Ethan Shuckhart – dressed up like a rancher from the '40s – threw rings onto the wooden fence in practice. He was a little too good at it, and landed the rings on poles that he should have missed for the story. That's what rehearsal is for though. On Monday night, the ...

A’s to host military appreciation night

Local News June 18, 2026

MARSHALL — The public is welcomed to attend the Marshall A’s game on Sunday night to celebrate Military Appreciation Night, with live music from the 34th Infantry Division “Red Bull” Military Band. The game is free to attend, and those attending can expect to see a full performance from the Red Bull Voyageurs, who will also perform the national anthem. The 34th Infantry Division “Red Bull” Military Band, according to the Minnesota National Guard, provides musical entertainment, across the spectrum of military operations, to foster the support of citizens and the military, ...