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The following article is from The News Messenger of Lyon County on Dec. 6, 1918. It is about an upcoming social given by the Ohiyesa Camp Fire Girls of Marshall. This organization in Marshall was formed in April of 1918. A photograph of the organization’s Charter is featured this week, and it is in the Lyon County Museum’s collection. A CAMP FIRE SOCIAL LECTURE ROOM PRES. CHURCH Ohiyesa Camp Fire Girls To Give Entertainment —Part of Proceeds to Go to Local Red Cross. On Friday evening, December 13, the Ohiyesa Camp Fire Girls wall hold a “Nickel Social” in the lecture ...

Nativity scenes show real meaning of Christmas

Community Voices

This past week I did something I hadn’t done since eighth grade by being one of the performers in a Nativity program. I portrayed one of the Wisemen. I had a gown, a cardboard crown and a gift for baby Jesus. It was the 10th year that Boulder Estates has done a nativity program for residents and the public. A minister, Pastor Nathan Delich of First Baptist Church near Marshall, narrated the scriptures and spoke about the readings. All the actors had to do was march in and sit in the nativity area. First came Mary and Joseph followed by Angel Gabriel. The audience was told how ...

Home remodel: Financial considerations

Local Columns

When the broader housing market feels unpredictable, homeowners may look to refresh their current home instead of relocating. Home renovations can enhance your living space and raise the value of your home, but they also come with many decisions and potential financial pitfalls. If you’re considering a home renovation, keep the following tips in mind. Set a realistic budget. Know how much you can spend before you ask for the moon. Remodeling projects are notorious for running over budget and past deadlines. Once the work begins, your contractor may discover problems lurking behind ...

Politics isn’t measured in words, it’s measured in results

Community Voices

Politics is a lot of talk. Sometimes, that conversation results in action. Other times, it fizzles out and gives way to the next headline, the issue forgotten and the solution left uncharted. In my decade as a Minnesota senator, I have seen dozens, maybe hundreds, of conversations bubble up and then pop before any meaningful reforms are signed into law. If we only talk and don’t act, nothing changes. From housing affordability to mental health, and from public safety to education, those of us who write our laws and decide how to spend the public’s money must remember that when ...

Noting our city’s progress this past year

Community Voices

Improvements to our streets, facilities, trails and parks are a result of collective effort by our City Council, staff and local contractors. This past year the city has had several major projects that were completed. Local contractor R&G Construction assisted the city with the installation of an improved trail crossing at Highway 59 and A Street, a trail extension from Boyer Street to Windstar (near Aldi) and an improved trail crossing at County Road 7 for the Camden Trail. In late fall of this past year, contractor A&C Excavating started construction of a trail to Southview ...

What to bring to the HHW facility

Local Columns

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Lyon County for your invaluable support in recycling and properly disposing of waste (trash) over the past year. It has been our pleasure to assist not only the residents of Lyon County but also the surrounding counties, as the Lyon County Household Hazardous Waste Facility serves as a regional resource for managing household waste, including paint and various cleaning and lawn care chemicals. We frequently receive inquiries regarding what residents can bring to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility. On average, we welcome approximately 20 to 25 ...