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Marshall Area Chamber Weekly News & Events Newsletter

July 21st | 2023

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July 2023 Community Connect

This month on Community Connect, City Administrator Sharon Hanson recently sat down with Marshall Area Chamber President Brad Gruhot to discuss details about the proposed aquatic center project!

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Ambassador Visits

Congratulations to Walmart Supercenter in Marshall for receiving a Progress Award from our Ambassadors for recently completing renovations throughout their location!

2023 Live Local Calendar


Never miss out on what's happening locally! We have you covered with our fully interactive #LiveLocal calendar that's updated daily!!


Use the button to get to our Live Local Calendar and be sure to tune into Marshall Radio each week as they present the current week's upcoming events and more!

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Upcoming Chamber Events

2023 State of the Agriculture


Tuesday, July 25th

11:45AM - 1:00PM


Lyon County Fairgrounds - Hoop Barn

504 Fairgrounds Road, Marshall, MN


All are welcome to attend this annual event!

$15 for Chamber Members

$20 for Non-Chamber Members

Cost includes lunch.

Register online now with the button below!

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NEWS ALERT!

Lynn Ketelsen of the Linder Farm Network Joins 2023 State of the Agriculture


We are happy to announce that Lynn Ketelsen with the Linder Farm Network will be joining us for the 2023 State of the Agriculture on Tuesday, July 25th! Register your spot now!!


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2023 Speaker Series ft. Russel Dubree


Tuesday, August 2nd, 2023

11:30AM - 1:00PM


SMSU Upper Conference Center

1501 State St, Marshall, MN


We are excited to have the Growth Advisor Russel Dubree in Marshall and invite you to a luncheon where he will speak on the 8 Keys to High Performance Culture. 

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Retaining Rural Business: Business Succession & Transition Workshop


Tuesday, August 8th

10:00AM - 1:00PM


SMSU - Student Center 207

1501 State St, Marshall, MN


Please join us - all community leaders, economic developers and business support professionals! Learn about the implications of business succession and transition, access resources to support business transitions and collaborate with colleagues from your region!


REGISTER NOW! FREE EVENT!

Lunch is provided by Southwest Initiative Foundation!

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Upcoming Local Events

Crazy Days Garage Sale & Book Sale

Friday, July 21st

9:00am - 4:00PM

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Saturday, July 22nd

9:00AM - 12:00PM

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Marshall-Lyon County Library

201 C St, Marshall, MN


Celebrating Marshall Crazy Days, visit the Marshall Library for a combination garage sale and book sale running Thursday through Saturday. This sale will feature housewares, craft items, puzzles, games, and toys. Proceeds from this sale will support our Library of Amusements (games, puzzles, toys, video games, and more) and upcoming Tool Library collections.

Live Music on the Patio: Chris Sandvig Music

Friday, July 21st

Begins at 7:00PM


Pelican Cove on Lake Shetek

25 Valhalla Dr, Slayton, MN


What could be better than live patio music by lake? Grab a friend and enjoy the talent and upbeat talent of Chris Sandvig.

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Outdoor Movie Night

Friday, July 21st

9:30PM - 11:15PM


Marshall-Lyon County Library

201 C St, Marshall, MN


We will be hosting an in-car outdoor movie in the Marshall library parking lot on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. Times will change based on the sunset. Please check our website for our current summer line-up. To ensure sightlines to the screen, space may be limited. Prime spots are first come, first served! These are in-vehicle events: you will use your car radio to tune in to the audio of the movie. When you arrive, tune your radio to 88.1 FM. Want a reminder about this event. Email library@marshalllyonlibrary.org and let us know you want to be on our outdoor movie list. In the event of rain, this event may instead be held indoors in the Marshall Library community room at the same time. This event will not be rescheduled.

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Boulder Creek Family Fun Day

Saturday, July 22nd

10:00AM - 1:00PM


Boulder Creek

604 Village Dr, Marshall, MN


Come Join Us! Boulder Creek Annual Family Fun is happening! Mark your calendars: Saturday, July 22nd.

Thank You Marshall and Surrounding Communities!!

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Barbie Buffet Party

Saturday, July 22nd

11:00AM - 2:00PM


Marshall Hy-Vee

900 E Main St, Marshall, MN


Come on out to your local Marshall Hy-Vee for a Barbie Buffet party! We will be having barbie and her friends, so make sure to dress up and bring your barbie! The party will be from 11am - 2pm, the buffet for kids is $6.00 and for adults is $8.00. We hope to see you out there for the best Barbie Buffet Party! 

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Live Music on the Patio: Kayla Daniels

Saturday, July 22nd

Begins at 2:00PM


Pelican Cove on Lake Shetek

25 Valhalla Dr, Slayton, MN


Summer, sipping, and songs!! Check out local artist Kayla Daniels at Pelican Cove.

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Tribute to Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly & Jerry Lee Lewis

2 Shows:

Saturday, July 22nd

Begins at 7:00PM


Sunday, July 23rd

Begins at 3:00PM


Key Largo on Lake Shetek

29 Valhalla Dr, Slayton, MN


Come out and enjoy so many hit songs with an excellent band with string parts just like the record! Dress in your best 60s & 70s attire. On Saturday, the winning couple gets a $25 certificate!

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Sippin' Sundays with Kayla Daniels

Sunday, July 23rd

Begins 2:00PM - 5:00PM


Painted Prairie Vineyard

1575 250th Ave, Currie, MN


Join us for another Sunday afternoon at Painted Prairie with live music from 2-5 featuring Kayla Daniels.

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2nd Annual Poker Boat Run

Sunday, July 23rd

Signup Begins at 2:00PM


Pelican Cove & Key Largo on Lake Shetek

Valhalla Dr, Slayton, MN


Sign up starts at Pelican Cove at 1:00PM with a start time of 2:00PM. $25 registration per boat. Ends at Key Largo at 4:30PM. Winner will be announced around 5:00PM - must be present to win. All proceeds to support the Shetek Area Lakes Association. Grab some friends and get out on the lake to support this great event!

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Become a Junior Ranger!

Began on July 14th


Held by the Minnesota State Parks & Trails


Calling all kiddos (and parents)!

Are you ready to become a Junior Ranger and earn your patch?! Starting July 14th, 2023, we’re launching the Junior Ranger program for kids to explore Minnesota state parks and learn about awesome plant and animal adaptations—just like superpowers! The activities are designed for children ages 6-10, but anyone is welcome to participate.

To begin, you’ll print or pick up an activity booklet Complete five or six booklet activities to earn 6 points. Bring your booklet to a state park ranger station or visitor center to collect your Junior Ranger patch. And enjoy re-using your activity booklet for coloring!

Learn more about the program: mndnr.gov/junior-ranger

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Petting Zoo & Carnival

Wednesday, July 26th

9:00AM - 11:00AM


Marshall-Lyon County Library

201 C St, Marshall, MN


It’s an extra special event for our last day of summer Wednesday family programs! Stop by the library lawn for games, activities, and a wide range of amazing animals. All ages are welcome!

This event is part of the All Together Now Summer Reading Program. Kids activities end in July, but the Summer Reading Program continues through August 31st. It’s not too late to earn and win free prizes! All ages can sign up to earn prizes for reading.

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The Office Television Series Trivia

Wednesday, July 26th

6:30PM - 8:30PM


Painted Prairie Vineyard

1575 250th Ave, Currie, MN


Join us for an evening of trivia on July 26th starting at 6:30 p.m. The theme of July's trivia is The Office, which was a popular television series from 2005-2013.

Led by Westbrook Public Library, trivia is free to play, we just ask teams be groups of four or less! Cheers!

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Outdoor Summer Comedy Series with David Harris

Thursday, July 27th

Begins at 8:00PM


Painted Prairie Vineyard

1575 250th Ave, Currie, MN


What: 85-minute stand-up comedy show at Painted Prairie in Currie!

Major headlining comedians from all over the United States!

Where: Painted Prairie Vineyard - Currie, MN

When: Thursday, July 27th 8pm

HEADLINER: DAVID HARRIS

David Harris is a nationally touring, Midwest Emmy Award-winning comedian, magician, actor, and host who has entertained audiences for over 20 years. With 2000+ live performances, Harris regularly appears at top clubs, colleges, corporate events, theaters, alternative rooms and other elite venues across the U.S. and Canada. 

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United Way of Southwest Minnesota Day at the Sioux Falls Canaries Game

Sunday, July 30th

12:05PM - 5:00PM


The Birdcage

1001 N West Ave, Sioux Falls, SD


Join UWSWMN at the Sioux Falls Canaries Game and watch CEO Meg Louwagie throw out the first pitch!

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New Hours: Kitchen Table Food Shelf

New Hours:

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

12:30PM - 4:30PM


United Community Action Partnership

1400 S Saratoga St, Marshall, MN


You're invited to come inside the food shelf to select food items that best meet your family's need. View the post for more info.

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Tunes on the Terrace with MG Bailey

Thursday, August 3rd

5:30PM - 6:30PM


Terrace 1872

Downtown Marshall


Join us downtown at the newly renovated Terrace 1872 (between City Hall & Mainstay Cafe) for Live Music. Don't forget to swing into the shops bars & restaurants when you are down there.


Save the date for the final event:

August 17th: Doug Krogen

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The Vietnam War & Lyon County New Exhibit Preview Open House

Tuesday, August 8th

1:30PM - 4:00PM


Lyon County Museum

301 W Lyon St, Marshall, MN


Our new exhibit, The Vietnam War and Lyon County, is opening in August. On August 8 from 1:30-4:00 pm, we are having a special exhibit preview open house for all veterans and their family members along with active service men and women. At 2:00, local Vietnam veterans will share how they participated in the exhibit. Light refreshments will be served. 

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Escape the Schoolhouse Fundraiser

Friday, August 11th &

Saturday, August 12th


Lyon County MN Fairgrounds

504 Fairgrounds Rd, Marshall, MN


Gather family and friends for a team (max. 6 people) and enjoy an escape room challenge in a one room schoolhouse! Your team will have 30 minutes to discover clues, solve puzzles, and accomplish tasks to escape the schoolhouse! Cost is $25.00 per team (Cash or Check made payable to Lyon County Museum). Fundraiser for maintenance and upkeep of the schoolhouse. To reserve your time slot, visit the museum’s website at: www.lyoncomuseum.org and click on Escape Room to access the online form. There is a limited number of time slots available.

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Maggie Jean Invitational

Monday, August 14th

Registration Begins at 12:00PM


Marshall Golf Club

800 Country Club Dr, Marshall, MN


Join us for a special day of golf and non-golf activities to support the Maggie Jean Foundation. Money raised goes to produce "Boxes of Blessings" delivered to mothers and families who have recently suffered a pregnancy or infant loss. Our goal is to let no women or families suffer alone.

We are taking hole sponsors at $100 each. We’ll provide a Foundation produced sign or you can supply your own. Non-golf activities during the tournament will include crafting a blanket & hat to go in the box and assembling the boxes.

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2023 Legislative Session Update

Thursday, August 17th

9:00AM - 12:00PM


MERIT Center

1001 E Erie Rd, Marshall, MN


Attorney's Cory Genelin and Brittany R. King-Asamoa of Gislason & Hunter LLC will be providing updates on the 2023 Leslative Session! Learn more on the event page.

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Business News, Press Releases, Announcements & More!

Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce Offers a Letter of Support for a New Aquatics Center

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A new look for the Marshall Walmart

MARSHALL - Walmart officials and employees joined city representatives on Friday to celebrate the completion of a $6 million renovation of the supercenter. Walmart store manager Brett Neyens said it was exciting to be able to host the celebration after the 14-week project. "I can't express the overwhelming support we've been getting over the past [...]

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We would like to extend a big congratulations to John Full - owner of Marcotte Jewelry, Chamber of Commerce Board Member, and MDBA-Downtown Committee Member - on his retirement from the Marshall, MN Fire Department!


A quote from the Marshall, MN Fire Department below:

"The Marshall Fire Department would like to thank John Full for 32 years of service to the citizens of Marshall! John was a vital part of our relief association and helps with all the engraving under our pictures in the fire hall. Thank you, John, and congratulations on your well-deserved retirement." -Marshall, MN Fire Department

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Crazy fun at Crazy Days

MARSHALL - It was a good day to go out on the town in Marshall. On Thursday, a crowd of people were browsing sidewalk sales and vendor booths set up on Main Street as part of Marshall's annual Crazy Days event. "It's fun to see all the businesses out here, and support local business," said Bree [...]

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Chamber Members can submit Press Releases and News to be featured on our website and in our E-Newsletter! Just log into your Chamber Member Account and submit your news story or contact us for assistance!

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Chamber Member Job Postings

Action Manufacturing

  • Welder

Advanced Eyecare

  • Office Coordinator / Optician | Part-Time OR Full-Time

Avera Marshall

  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care - PRN
  • Medical Assistant | Full-Time
  • Radiology Technologist (ARRT) - PRN
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Emergency Unit | Part-Time
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) | Full-Time
  • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) | Full-Time
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Part-Time
  • Surgical Technician (Certified) | Part-Time
  • Medical Assistant (MA) - Clinic - PRN
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Clinic - PRN
  • Ophthalmology Assistant | Full-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) III | Full-Time
  • Pharmacy Technician - In Training | Part-Time
  • Pharmacy Technician | Part-Time
  • Chaplain - PRN
  • Optometry Assistant (Non-Cert) | Part-Time
  • Sonographer | Part-Time
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care | PRN
  • Nutrition and Food Service - PRN
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Emergency Unit - PRN
  • Admissions Specialist II | Full-Time
  • Optometry Assistant - PRN
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health Acute Unit | Part-Time
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health Acute Unit | Part-Time
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Clinic | Full-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic - PRN
  • Administrative Coordinator | Full-Time
  • Radiology Technologist II | Part-Time
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - PRN
  • Paramedic - PRN Transporter - PRN
  • Transporter - PRN
  • Radiology Technologist | Part-Time
  • Sonographer - PRN
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Family Practice Clinic | Part-Time
  • Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Practice Clinic | Part-Time
  • Care Assistant - Home Health | Part-Time
  • Housekeeper | Part-Time
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatrics Clinic | Part-Time
  • Medical Assistant - Pediatrics Clinic | Part-Time
  • Nutrition & Food Service - PRN
  • Nutrition & Food Service - PRN
  • Paramedic | Full-Time
  • Patient Services Representative (PSR) | Full-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surgery | Temporary Position
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg Unit | Part-Time
  • Thrift Store Associate | Part-Time
  • Thrift Store Associate | Part-Time

City of Marshall

  • Community Services Officer (Public Safety)
  • Training Facility Coordinator (MERIT Center)

GreatAmerica Financial Services Corp.

  • Sales Support Specialist - SMG Construction
  • Account Support Advisor - Consumer | Part-Time

Hoffman & Brobst, PLLP

  • Senior Accountant Position

Leading Edge Credit Union

  • Branch Manager
  • Account Service Representative
  • Financial Service Representative

Living Word Lutheran Church

  • Worship Leader | Full-Time
  • Director of Youth Ministry

Lyon County

  • General Equipment Operator
  • Lyon County Correctional Officer
  • Lyon County Crime Victim Services Coordinator

Marshall Public Schools

  • Crossing Guard
  • Park Side Special Education Paraprofessional
  • Southview Special Education Paraprofessional
  • Head Softball Coach
  • Maintenance Crew Member
  • Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional | Part-Time
  • Community Engagement Connector
  • Middle School Special Education Paraprofessional
  • High School Special Education Paraprofessional
  • Assistant Dance Coach (JV)

Music Street Inc.

  • Instrument Repair Technician

North Star Mutual Insurance Company

  • Claims Technician - Auto Claims
  • Claims Technician - Property/Casualty Claims
  • Policy Processing Technician - Farm Underwriting
  • Policy Processing Technician - Personal Lines Underwriting
  • Underwriting Technician - Personal Lines
  • Assistant Claims Representative - Property/Casualty Claims
  • Assistant Claims Representative - Auto Claims

Ralco

  • Regional Delivery Truck Driver
  • Local Delivery Truck Driver

Schwan's Company

  • Associate Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Schwan's Home Delivery

  • Route Sales Representative

Southwest Health & Human Services

  • Public Health Educator
  • Public Health Nurse
  • Social Worker / Case Manager - Child Protection

Southwest Minnesota State University

  • Minnesota Licensed Plumber
  • Associate Director of the Mustang Pathway Program
  • Director of Strength and Conditioning
  • Office Specialist
  • SUCCESS Program Coach
  • Customer Service Specialist Senior
  • Director of Alumni Relations & Outreach

SWWC Service Cooperative

  • Career Assessment Assistant | Part-Time

True Light Christian School

  • Middle School Teacher

US Bank

  • Customer Service Representative
  • Equipment Finance - Collector
  • Cash Applications Specialist

Varsity Pub / Extra Innings

  • Assistant General Manager
  • Kitchen Team / Panino Pitcher

Western Mental Health Center

  • Program Manager - Westbridge Board & Lodge


Any Chamber Member Can Submit Job Postings!

Ask about your login by emailing chamber@marshallmn.org or call the Chamber at 507-532-4484.

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2023 Chamber Coupon Books

Available for purchase now at $30 per book & include over $5,000 in savings! Stop in the Chamber to purchase yours today.

2023 Community Guides

The Marshall Area Community Guide is here! Stop in the Chamber to get yours today or find one around town - they're free!

Chamber E-Connection Guidelines & Policies

Newsletter Goals & Audience


The purpose of the Chamber E-Connection newsletter is to share our member's events with other business and community members. It's an informational newsletter and helps to promote our member businesses and their events. Each Friday, our newsletter is sent to over 1,500 individuals. Our separate emails are sent to the same list, but are held especially for our Chamber events and Business After Hours.


Newsletter Policy


E-Connection events are included based on the requests from the member business. The following criteria are requested by the Marshall Area Chamber for event submissions:


*Event flyers or submissions must be an actual event. We don't include sales or promotions.

*Events can be included in the E-Connection for one week free of charge. You have the option of adding one additional week for $20.

*Submissions to be included must be sent the Wednesday prior to that Friday's E-Connection - they can be emailed to chamber@marshallmn.org.

*All event flyers are for Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce members only.

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