Marshall Area Chamber Weekly News & Events Newsletter | |
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Congratulations to Kwik Trip on their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony that was held on Wednesday, February 21st!
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Business After Hours was hosted by Sky Printing this week! Thank you to everyone who attended & showed their support for their business! | |
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2024 Chamber Coupon Books for Sale!
Great news - the 2024 Chamber Coupon Books are here and sooner than ever before! They include over 200 coupons (+34 NEW coupons) with $5,000+ in total savings! They are effective January 1st, 2024 and don't expire until December 31st, 2024.
Get yours today - find a list of organizations selling books with the link below!
Learn More About Chamber Coupon Books
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We're excited to welcome Growth Advisor Russel Dubree to Marshall! We invite you to a luncheon event where he will speak on the 8 Keys to High Performance Culture: belief, purpose, integrity, transparency, ownership, mentorship, fun & measurement.
Schedule:
11:45am - 12:00pm
Registration and Lunch
12:00pm - 12:50pm
Speaker Session - 8 Keys to High Performance
12:50pm - 1:00pm
Q & A
Special Opportunity:
Following the event, Russel Dubree will host a HR Round Table DIscussion with interested community members. Please RSVP to this session by sending your name and interest to maria.valentin@marshallmn.org.
Cost:
$20 for Chamber Members
$25 for Non-Chamber Members
Thank You Sponsors!
UpFrame Creative
North Star Mutual Insurance Company
Interested in being an event sponsor? Contact us today!
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March Chamber & MDBA Events | |
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ONE top Banner Ad spot is available each Friday in the E-Connection newsletter at $75/week. Email chamber@marshallmn.org for more information.
Receive a $15 discount if you book 4 weeks or more! Inquire on availability.
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Please Join Us for the 2024 State of the City Address on Wednesday, March 6th!
We cordially invite you to attend the 2024 State of the City Address featuring Mayor Bob Byrnes and City Administrator, Sharon Hanson. Hear all about the City's 2023 accomplishments, challenges and their vision for Marshall's future.
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Marshall Leadership Academy
Healthcare Day
Thursday, March 7th
11:30AM to 5:00PM
Avera Marshall
300 South Bruce Street, Marshall, MN
March Marshall Leadership Academy is all about Healthcare! The group will meet at Avera Marshall where we will have multiple individual speakers along with a panel of speakers join us. See you there!
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Chamber 101
Tuesday, March 12th
8:00AM to 9:00AM
Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce
317 W Main St, Suite 2, Marshall, MN
Are you interested in learning how to make the most out of your membership or are you just curious as to what the Chamber can do for your business? Whether you are a brand new member, a longtime member or just want to learn more about membership this is the event for you!
Hear from Chamber staff and volunteers about the programs, benefits and services that are available to Chamber members. Also learn about some enhancements that businesses can now use with their business listing and more!
Learn More About Chamber 101
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Business After Hours
Marshall Home Show
Presented by Boelter Windows, Siding & Roofing
Friday, March 22nd
4:30PM to 7:00PM
Red Baron Arena & Expo
1651 Victory Drive, Marshall, MN
Come out to see what's going on behind the scenes at the Home Show before it begins!
Learn More About Business After Hours
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Friday, February 23rd
5:00PM to 7:00PM
Tall Grass Liquor
1410 Boyer Avenue, Marshall, MN
Join us for wine tasting at Tall Grass Liquors! Kim Crawford illuminate Sauv Blanc
Ruffino Pinot Grigio
Cooks Mango Mimosa
Robert Mondavi Private Select Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauv
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2 Dates:
*Friday, February 23rd | 6:30PM
*Saturday, February 24th | 10AM
Key Largo on Lake Shetek
29 Valhalla Drive, Slayton, MN
Join us for a weekend long billiard bash at Key Largo! Friday is Singles and Saturday is Scotch Doubles. Pre-register so brackets can be made out by contacting Trent or Kyle!
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Peter Pan: A Musical Adventure | |
2 Shows:
*Friday, February 23rd | 7:00PM
*Saturday, February 24th | 3:00PM
Lake Benton Opera House
118 E Benton Street, Lake Benton, MN
Join us for an exciting adventure with the Marshall Area Christian Home Educators Association! Payment can be made with cash or check upon arrival, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Intermediate Cookie Decorating Class | |
Saturday, February 24th
10:00AM to 12:00PM
Naptime Baking Co.
Marshall, MN
Grab a friend and learn how to decorate cookies! This class is for those who are confident in using piping bags and understands a basic idea of what cookie decorating entails. 16 years old +.
Included-
6 cookies
Piping bags
Piping tips
Icing
Box
One on one instruction
Class cost-$30
Minimum class requirement-5
Maximum class size-14
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Saturday, February 24th
2:00PM to 6:00PM
Red Baron Arena & Expo
1651 Victory Drive, Marshall, MN
Brace the magic of winter at the Red Baron Arena's enchanting Winter on Ice Carnival. Join us for a day filled with frosty fun and exciting on-ice activities that will make your winter unforgettable!
Event Highlights
*Ice Bocce: Gather your friends and family for a friendly competition of Ice Bocce. The crisp winter air and stunning surroundings will add a touch of charm to this classic game. Learn to play like the pro's!
*Curling Bonanza: Feel the thrill as you slide and sweep your way to victory in our Curling Bonanza. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time curler, this event will help you learn how to be an expert!
*Broomball Extravaganza: Lace up your boots and grab a broomstick for the Broomball Extravaganza. Glide across the ice as you learn to play broomball!
*On-Ice Bumper Cars: Get ready for a unique and exhilarating experience with on-ice bumper cars. Drift and spin your way on the ice!
Admission: F R E E !
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Live Music: Kayla Daniels | |
Saturday, February 24th
5:00PM to 8:00PM
Painted Prairie Vineyard
1575 250th Avenue, Currie, MN
Kayla Daniels will be at Painted Prairie on February 24th from 5-8 p.m. playing your country favorites! Free to attend, come on out and enjoy the evening at the Vineyard!
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Saturday, February 24th
7:30PM to 9:30PM
Brau Brothers Brewing Company
910 E Main Street, Marshall, MN
Join us for a alumni social following the SMSU Women’s and Men’s Basketball Senior Night games. We hope you can make it to the games prior to the social to cheer on our current SMSU Mustangs!
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Desserts & Painting with Elsa | |
Sunday, February 25th
11:00AM to 12:00PM
Naptime Baking Co.
Marshall, MN
Join Elsa on a magical journey with goodies, painting, and more! Bring your own cameras for a photo op with the Queen herself!
The table will be set for 20 special princesses/princes for a small fee of $20/child. This includes dessert, punch, and a paintable canvas. Pre-registration is required. Minimum of 8 children required or event will be canceled.
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Sunday, February 25th
Begins at 1:00PM
Painted Prairie Vineyard
1575 250th Avenue, Currie, MN
On February 25th at 1:00 p.m. Painted Prairie will host another puzzle challenge. Cost is $50 and includes a 1000-piece puzzle and a bottle of wine to share during the challenge or bring home at the end.
Limited to 10 teams, we encourage team sizes of 4 or less. All teams will have three hours to complete a 1,000 piece puzzle. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. Cheers!
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"The Kitchen Witches" Auditions | |
2 Dates:
*Sunday, February 25th | 2:00PM
*Tuesday, February 27th | 6:30PM
Lake Benton Opera House
118 E Benton Street, Lake Benton, MN
Get ready to spice up the stage in our upcoming production of "The Kitchen Witches"! We're on the lookout for four talented and dynamic adults to bring this hilarious culinary clash to life.
Join us for a rollercoaster ride of laughter, rivalry, and culinary chaos! Whether you're a seasoned actor or a fresh face, we welcome all to be a part of this hilarious production that promises to top the charts and tickle the funny bones of our audience.
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The MORE Network Book Club | |
Monday, February 26th
6:15PM to 7:45PM
Marshall-Lyon County Library
201 C Street, Marshall, MN
We will be discussing The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros at this in-person meeting at the library! Anyone is welcome to read and join the discussions. Come to one or multiple meetings! Books are available at the library.
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Monday, February 26th
5:30PM to 7:30PM
Holy Redeemer School
501 S Whitney Street, Marshall, MN
Please join Holy Redeemer School for our Kindergarten Roundup event! Come check out the kindergarten rooms and get to experience what kindergarten is all about!
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Monday, February 26th
6:30PM to 8:00PM
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church
503 W Lyon Street, Marshall, MN
Community members who have experienced the death of a family member or friend are invited to participate in a GriefShare seminar. GriefShare is a nondenominational, Christ-centered DVD seminar, featuring nationally respected grief experts and real-life stories of people, followed by a small group discussion.
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Wednesday, February 28th
Begins at 6:30PM
Painted Prairie Vineyard
1575 250th Avenue, Currie, MN
February's theme for trivia is Board Games! The fun starts at 6:30 p.m., is five rounds of 10 questions, and is free to play!
Team sizes of four or less, please! Winning team takes home a prize!
Trivia is done in collaboration with the Westbrook Public Library.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive | |
Thursday, February 29th
11:00AM to 4:00PM
Prairie's Edge Casino Resort
5616 Prairie's Edge Lane, Granite Falls, MN
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Prairie's Edge Casino - Yellow Medicine Room
Give Blood Get Thanked! Receive at $20 Amazon.com Gift Card after donating blood!
Visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive and enter: UPPERSIOUX to schedule an appointment.
OR call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
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Book Reading by Jennifer VanKeulen | |
Thursday, February 29th
5:00PM to 8:00PM
Marshall Area Fine Arts Council (MAFAC)
109 N 3rd Street, Marshall, MN
Come join us as Life Coach and Author Jennifer VanKeulen reads from her new book "The Timeless To Do List." She will also read and answer questions!
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Thursday, February 29th
Begins at 6:30PM
Varsity Pub / Extra Innings
128 West Main Street, Marshall, MN
Traveling trivia at The Varsity Pub! Come early to save your seat!
Put on your thinking caps and sharpen your pencils its trivia night! Round one worksheet starts at 630 pm. Live rounds start at 700 pm. Prizes will be awarded!
Free to play.
5 rounds of questions.
Up to 4 people per team.
No cellphones are allowed after round 1.
Like our Facebook page to stay tuned for each round categories so you can study.
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SMSU Enactus Nationals Fundraiser | |
Thursday, February 29th
4:00PM to 7:00PM
Culver's
1211 Susan Drive, Marshall, MN
Want a night off from cooking? Join us next week at Culver's in Marshall on Thursday from 4-7 for a fundraiser to support our trip to nationals! 10% of profits goes to support our trip to Texas in May. Come enjoy a snack or meal and learn more about our upcoming trip.
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Friday, March 1st
Begins at 10:00AM
Marshall-Lyon County Library
201 C Street, Marshall, MN
Navigating the 2026 Tax and Legal Changes
Are you prepared for the upcoming shifts in tax and legal landscapes that could impact your estate planning strategy?
Join us for an informative seminar tailored to address the changes expected in 2026. An experienced Thompson Law attorney will guide you through the intricacies of estate planning, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve.
Seminar Highlights:
• Understanding 2026 Tax Reforms: Get insights into the anticipated tax changes and learn how they might affect your estate.
• Legal Considerations: Navigate through the evolving legal landscape, exploring new regulations and their impact on estate planning.
• Strategies for Wealth Preservation: Discover proven strategies to safeguard your assets and maximize benefits for future generations.
• Legacy Planning: Learn how to create a lasting legacy that aligns with your values and goals while mitigating potential challenges.
• Interactive Q&A Session: Engage with our attorneys and get answers to your specific estate planning questions.
Who Should Attend:
• Individuals and families with significant assets
• Business owners
• Those looking to update their existing estate plans
• Anyone concerned about the potential impact of 2026 tax and legal changes
This event is free to attend, please pre-register on our website. We hope to see you there!
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Pre-School & Kindergarten Open House | |
Thursday, March 7th
4:00PM to 6:00PM
Park Side Elementary
1300 E Lyon Street, Marshall, MN
Save the date! Come learn more about our pre-school and kindergarten programs!
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Business News, Press Releases, Announcements & More! | |
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Spring is right around and the corner and so is soccer season! Spring/Summer Soccer Registration is OPEN! U8-U14 age groups at this time.
Visit www.marshallyouthsoccer.com for more information and a link to register or register at https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/419785. Registration closes March 15th.
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-Lessons Run March 11th - April 18th
-Ages 3 to12 Years Old
-One Lesson Per Week
-$70 for One Child / $60 for Each Additional Child
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Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams | |
Ever wondered how to support your New American Workforce or want to how what tools and resources are available for employers? Join us in March as we discuss these and other topics around this skilled untapped workforce.
Be sure to check out our optional "Workforce Wednesday: "Unplugged" at 12pm for an extra 30 minutes of Q&A and the opportunity to turn your cameras on, unmute yourself, and ask questions directly to the Regional Workforce Consultants, as well as the panelists.
This event will be recorded and will be made available for viewing after the event.
For general questions and accommodation requests, please email: shayla.drake@state.mn.us
If you have any issues registering, please try going through Google Chrome.
For more information, go to: https://www.careerforcemn.com/WorkforceWednesday.
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Headlines from the Marshall Independent | |
Solar project draws criticism from commissioners | MARSHALL - A new solar project planned in southern Lyon County drew criticism and questions from county commissioners on Tuesday. While Commissioner Rick Anderson said the proposed 235-megawatt project would be unsightly for neighbors, Commissioner Gary Crowley said he had heard concerns that it would take farmland out of production. | | | |
MARSHALL - Keeping impaired drivers off Minnesota roads isn't about numbers of arrests - it's about preventing deaths, Scott McConkey said. On Tuesday, McConkey honored a Lyon County Sheriff's deputy for his work in in DWI enforcement. "I'm here to give some recognition for some outstanding work done in the area of DWI and impaired [...] | | | |
MPS OKs new facilities agreement with SMSU | MARSHALL - The cost of an agreement for Marshall Public Schools to use athletic facilities at Southwest Minnesota State University will be going up next school year. MPS Business Services Director Dion Caron said the change reflected rising costs for electricity and facilities upkeep. On, Tuesday, Marshall School Board members voted to approve a five-year [...] | | | |
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Chamber Member Job Postings | |
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AP Design
- Decorated Apparel Specialist
Avera Marshall
- Pharmacy Technician - In Training - Marshall Pharmacy | Full-time
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | PRN
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-term Care | Part-Time
- Phlebotomist | Part-Time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
- Radiology Technologist (ARRT) | Part-Time
- Laundry Aide | Part-Time
- Transporter | PRN
- Cook | Part-Time
- Pharmacy Technician: In-Training | Part-Time
- Pharmacy Technician | Part-Time
- Dietary Aide | Part-Time
- Thrift Store Associate | Part-Time
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care | PRN
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-Term Care | Part Time with Benefits Eligible
- Housekeeper | Full-time
- Cook | Part-Time with Benefits Eligible
- Nurse Manager - Emergency Services | Full-Time
- Registered Nurse (RN) Clinic Manager - Avera Cancer Institute Marshall | Full-Time
- Radiation Therapist | Full-Time
- Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
- Activity Assistant - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
- Radiology Technologist | Part-Time
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Urgent Care | Part-Time
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | Part-Time
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | Part-Time
- Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) | Full-Time
- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) | Full-Time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg | Part-Time
- Radiology Technologist III - PRN
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Coordinator - Long-Term Care
- Behavioral Health Technician - BHS Acute Unit | Part-Time with Benefits
- Housekeeper | Full-Time
- Housekeeper | PRN
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic | Part-Time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery | Part-Time + Benefits Eligible
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time + Benefits Eligible
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Urgent Care | Part-Time + Benefits Eligible
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time + Benefits Eligible
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Chemo/Infusion - PRN
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgery | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
- Phlebotomist | Part-Time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration
- Commercial Refrigeration Installer
- HVAC-R Technician
- Safety and Training Coordinator
City of Marshall
- Sales Associate at Tall Grass Liquors
- Community Services Officer - Public Safety Division | Part-Time
GreatAmerica Financial Services
- Account Support Advisor - PSG
Hoffman & Brobst PLLP
Investors Choice Financial
- Client Experience Coordinator
- Financial Services Consultant
Kal's Motor Group
- Mechanic & General Maintenance
Living Word Lutheran Church
- Worship Leader
- Director of Children's Ministry
Lyon County
- Engineering Intern
- Lyon County Seasonal Building and Grounds Worker
- Lyon County Temporary Seasonal Positions
- Lyon County Correctional Officer
Marshall Public Schools
- Crossing Guard
- Substitute Paraprofessional
- Substitute Teacher
- Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach
- Southview Special Education Paraprofessional
- Assistant Softball Coach (C Squad)
- High School Special Education Paraprofessional
- MATEC Special Education Paraprofessional
- Middle School Special Education Paraprofessional
- Park Side Special Education Paraprofessional
- District Wide Evening Custodian
- Park Side Elementary Evening Custodian
MVTV Wireless
New Horizons
North Star Mutual Insurance Company
- Help Desk Support Specialist
- Agency/Support Services Technician - Agency/Support Services
- Software Developers - Information Technology
- Internal Auditor - Internal Audit
- Commercial Underwriter
- Risk/Claim Analyst Intern
- IT Systems Developer Intern
- IT System Administrator Intern
- Media & Communications Intern
- Underwriting & Loss Control Intern
Schwan's Company
- Maintenance Supervisor
- Line Attendant II - Days
- EHS Compliance Specialist
- Associate Regulatory Affairs Specialist
- Engineering Change Coordinator
Southwest Health & Human Services
- Case Aide-Parent Educator
- Communications Specialist
- Eligibility Worker
- Emergency Preparedness Planner
- Public Health Nurse
- Registered Nurse or Registered Dietician
Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council
- Career Specialist / Case Manager
Southwest Minnesota State University
- Affirmative Action Officer/Recruiter
State Farm Insurance - Andrew Suby
- Andrew Suby State Farm - Insurance Sales & Customer Service Position
SWWC Service Cooperative
- Behavior Therapist - The READY Clinic Marshall
- Special Education Teacher - ELC Marshall
- Special Education Paraprofessional - ELC Marshall
- School Social Worker or School Counselor - ELC Marshall
- LPN/Health Paraprofessional
- School Payroll / Finance - Business Services Specialist
Thrivent - Ridgestone Team
- Associate Financial Advisor
Troy Deutz - Edina Realty Marshall
Universal Forest Product
- Production Supervisor
- Maintenance Lead
- Maintenance Tech
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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Chamber E-Connection Guidelines & Policies | |
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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.
Did you find any errors? It happens! Although we appreciate notice of a small error in the newsletter, we only send out a corrected e-mail if absolutely necessary.
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