ODIN — A visit to the Odin Craft Mill is a beloved tradition for many. As it’s a biannual event, the Fall Craft and Gift Show officially opened for the season on Thursday, Oct. 9. Owner Nancy Olson is elated to begin the 25th annual tradition and keep the town a must-visit destination. ...

MARSHALL — There has been plenty of progress on the new Marshall Aquatic Center over the summer, ranging from the construction of swimming pools and buildings, to electrical and tile work. “There’s lots of things going on that aren’t going to stick out from the road as much,” said ...

MARSHALL — Last month, the Marshall City Council approved an agreement with a local artist for a proposed public art project. But additional concerns from the artist came back before the council on Tuesday. After discussion, council members voted 4-1 in favor of approving a couple of ...

MARSHALL — A Marshall woman who pleaded guilty to check forgery and financial transaction card fraud received probation, with conditions including that she serve time in jail, Lyon County District Court records said. Rikki Lee Kor, 50, appeared in court Tuesday for a sentencing hearing. ...

MARSHALL — Southwest Minnesota State University saw a plethora of highlights throughout the past school year, which interim president Dr. David Jones went over at the annual university address last Friday. SMSU, which has seen its largest total-headcount enrollment in institutional history ...

GARVIN PARK — Halloween is getting closer – and organizers are getting ready to open the annual Halloween Trail at Garvin Park. The family-friendly trail event kicks off tonight at 5 p.m. “It’s been a lot of fun,” said Brooke Kor, Lyon County parks programming manager. “Every ...