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Lyon Co. tests PFAS response at landfill

LYON COUNTY — The Lyon County landfill was getting more visitors than usual, as guests including county commissioners came to see a demonstration of equipment to help keep “forever chemicals” out of Marshall city wastewater. Heartland, a company that builds wastewater evaporation ...

A great ‘State Fair’

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 Marshall ...

Saddle Horse Holiday, Canby Hat Daze this weekend

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 ...

ATV trail grant sparks discussion

MARSHALL — Proposed changes in funding for the Shady Oaks ATV Trail in Russell sparked some discussion with Lyon County Commissioners this week. Commissioners asked representatives of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources why proposed grant funding was being reduced, and why the DNR ...

Lyon Co. awards housing aid to area projects

MARSHALL — Earlier this month, Lyon County commissioners heard three different proposals to help with housing needs in the county. On Tuesday, commissioners decided to distribute state affordable housing aid dollars to all three. Commissioners approved a proposal that would distribute ...

Eats & Beats, Juneteenth events return this week

MARSHALL — This week, there will be a few different opportunities to get outside and enjoy food and community in Marshall. This summer’s Eats & Beats lineup will begin Thursday evening in downtown Marshall, and on Friday the city of Marshall will be marking the Juneteenth holiday with ...