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A balance act when it comes to promoting Marshall events

In my opinion, the Eats and Beats events held on Third Street in downtown Marshall this summer were widely welcomed by the community. Eats and Beats was held every Thursday 6-8 p.m. for five weeks. It featured a variety of food and drink vendors and live music. Tables were placed on Third ...

Planning for healthcare in your estate plan

Estate planning is often thought of as something that takes effect after you’re gone, but it can also play an important role in preparing for potential healthcare needs during your lifetime. If you become unable to make decisions for yourself or require long-term care, a thoughtful plan can ...

The Vietnam War – Norman Teigen – Growing up in Mankato

Norman Teigen was born Sept. 28, 1942 to Elna (Tjarnagel) Teigen and Bjorne Wollen “B.W.” Teigen in Chicago, Illinois. The family later moved to Mankato. Norman was the third of the Teigens’ four children. The eldest, David, is four years older than Norman, while Phillip is one and ...

On the Porch

Scandinavia is a northern European region that consists of three countries: Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. The area is characterized by a shared cultural, historical, and linguistic heritage. The term “Nordic countries” is often used to encompass Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, ...

Lighting up Minneota football on Friday nights

Friday night lights were shining bright over Gerhard Meidt Stadium last week. I just didn’t realize how much more brighter than last season. As soon as I walked across the bridge over the Yellow Medicine River and onto the hallowed grounds of Gerhard Meidt Stadium I realized right away this ...

A Diamond experience

Our weather of late proves the truth of the axiom, “Be careful what you wish for. You just might get it.” This past summer was hot and dry in our neck of the woods. Summertime conditions were so sizzling that an expectoration would evaporate before it could reach the ground. Thanks to ...