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City awards demo bid for old facility

MARSHALL — As construction at the new Marshall Aquatic Center makes progress, the city of Marshall is also making future plans to demolish the old Aquatic Center near Legion Field Park. This week, the Marshall City Council awarded a $150,000 bid to Rogge Excavating, of Ghent, for the ...

Marshall restaurant expanding

MARSHALL - More opportunities for summer fun are in the works as El Rancho Mexican Restaurant is undergoing an expansion project to include pickleball courts, sand volleyball courts and outdoor patio and bar. The expansion is expected to be completed by the end of the summer,according to ...

Busy week of summer festivals ahead

It’s going to be a busy weekend in southwest Minnesota with summer festivals and special events planned in communities from Slayton to Dawson. Some of the events, like Balaton’s Fun Fest, are taking place on new dates. Organizers of Fun Fest listened to community feedback before trying ...

Six veterans wrapped in gratitude

MARSHALL — Over the past several years, Quilts of Valor has presented more than 500 veterans with gifts of warmth and comfort. On Saturday, six more area veterans were added to that total. “We want to recognize our veterans for their bravery and sacrifice,” said Marshall area Quilts of ...

‘We like to say yes to everything’

GRANITE FALLS – Rural artists in Granite Falls have gained the opportunity to have their art and work shown off in a more professional environment thanks to The Yes! House, which had its official grand opening on April 25. The Yes! House is the headquarters of the Department of Public ...

Different cultures celebrated

MARSHALL — As members of the Duniya Drum and Dance Team performed on stage, attendees at Friday's Juneteenth celebration at Justice Park walked up to the floor to dance along to the music. The dancers led the crowd with their moves. According to Jasmine DeSmet, the community education ...