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A new tool for first responders

MARSHALL — Emergencies on the water don’t often happen in the city of Marshall. But it’s still crucial to be prepared when they do, local responders said. This fall, the Marshall Department of Public Safety gained some new tools to help them stay prepared. The department announced ...

Marshall to review drainage model

MARSHALL — There have been both major rain events and lots of street construction in Marshall over the past few years. As a result, it might be time to update Marshall’s stormwater models, city staff said this week. The updates can help staff figure out where possible future drainage ...

Marshall grocery store seeks to help minimize food scarcity

MARSHALL — There are many factors that contribute to food insecurity — low wages, unemployment, economic shifts, and high cost of living. Hy-Vee, a local grocery store, is hoping to help lessen food scarcity in the community. “Food scarcity is an every day concern,” said Jeff ...

Deer opener harvest up from last year

MARSHALL — Deer numbers in Minnesota were looking good for last week’s firearm hunting opener. Paul Burr, acting big game program coordinator with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources said so far, the deer harvest this year was about 7% above last year’s harvest. “We’ve ...

A visit from reindeer

Students at Park Side Elementary in Marshall got a special visit from live reindeer Friday morning, to learn hands-on about the Sami culture and the importance of reindeer. Dan and Kelly Pochardt from Red Stable Reindeer brought in two reindeers, Stella and Mika, with the support of a Pride in ...

A new sign posted Win a roundabout way

MARSHALL — Workers were putting one of the finishing touches on the new roundabout in Marshall on Friday. The center of the roundabout, located near the National Guard armory, has a raised center with landscaping of plants and rocks. And now it also has a sign featuring the Marshall city ...