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News of Record May 13, 2026

MARSHALL — A broken vehicle window was reported at 12:26 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of North Fourth Street and Hudson Drive, Marshall Police said. MARSHALL — A broken vehicle window was reported at 12:19 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of North Fourth Street and Hudson Avenue, Marshall Police said. BALATON — Check fraud reported at 5:23 p.m. Tuesday on the 100 block of Third Street is under investigation, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office said. MARSHALL — Threats reported at 4:04 p.m. Tuesday on the 1300 block of Birch Street are under investigation, ...

Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell

National News May 13, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate confirmed President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, bringing new leadership to the world's most powerful central bank at a fraught moment for the global economy. Warsh was confirmed Wednesday in a largely party-line vote. His ...

US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren't the only reason

National News May 13, 2026

(AP) — Americans paid more for their groceries last month, but high gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war were only one of the reasons why. Prices for food eaten at home rose 2.9% in April compared to the same month a year earlier, according to government figures released Tuesday. ...

Main St./College Dr. intersection to close Monday

Local News May 13, 2026

MARSHALL — A major intersection on Marshall’s Main Street will close down starting Monday, as part of ongoing construction on Minnesota Highway 19, contractors said this week. R and G Construction representative Erika Coudron said construction will start in the intersection of Highway 19 (College Drive) and Main Street starting May 18. This means the intersection will be closed down, as utilities like sanitary sewer lines are replaced. Coudron said a gravel crossing will be open at West Redwood Street, to allow local traffic to cross East College Drive. But the whole downtown ...

‘The future is looking bright’

Local News May 13, 2026

MARSHALL — The Marshall FFA (Future Farmers of America) chapter recorded a handful of commendable finishes at the 2026 state convention, including two teams placing third overall in the career development events (CDEs), and senior Annabel Coudron placing first in poultry. The state ...

Seeing the 'creative person that is hidden within'

Local News May 13, 2026

MARSHALL — On Friday morning, Boulder Creek residents Lois VanKeulen and Les Giefer, along with activities assistant Trisha Ludewig, strolled through the community room, admiring artwork created by fellow residents and staff members. “I remember when we did that,” VanKeulen said to ...