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April 21st | 2023

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Commerce Headlines:


Minnesota Chamber responds to Governor's State of the State address


Downtown Rochester Task Force moving forward


Minnesota job vacancies declined in 2022

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Contact Your Local Legislators:


Rep. Chris Swedzinski

Senator Gary Dahms

Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach

Senator Tina Smith

Senator Amy Klobuchar

April Community Connect

This month's guest on Community Connect is Michele Leiniger, Director of the Marshall-Lyon County Library. Watch it here.

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Chamber Happenings

It was a busy week for the Chamber, as we held 4 events! Thank you to those who attended!

Young Professionals: The Lyon & Murray County CEO Students did their business pitches for the group!

Business After Hours: Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) hosted at The Upper Room!

Lunch & Learn: Rob Friend presented on Recycling for Sustainability & Savings!

Let's Connect: We had a great turnout for this month's event!

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!

Upcoming Local Events

Kindlmarkt

Saturday, April 22nd

9:00AM - 12:00PM


Marshall Area YMCA

200 S A St, Marshall, MN


Stop by the Y for an amazing one-stop-shop full of hand-crafted and homemade items all created by young entrepreneurs in our community!

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Prairie Home Hospice Presents 38th Annual "The Roaring 20's & All That Jazz Charity Event & Auction"

Saturday, April 22nd

Begins at 5:00PM


The Upper Room

100 W College Dr, Marshall, MN


We invite you to join us Saturday, April 22, 2023, for the 38th Annual Prairie Home Hospice and Community Care’s Charity Event and Auction. With the theme of the Roaring 20’s and all that Jazz, join us for food, fun, and silent & live auctions. We are excited to hold this year’s event at a new location as it will be held at the Upper Room and food provided by Atlantic Place. Please will be on sale soon and can be picked up at our admin office located at 1108 E College Dr. Come join the fun and support Prairie Home Hospice and Community Care at our biggest event of the year.

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Live Music by Myah Holinka

Saturday, April 22nd

6:00PM - 8:00PM


Painted Prairie Vineyard

1575 250th Ave, Currie, MN


Join us at Painted Prairie for live music at the Vineyard by Myah Holinka. Myah will be playing from 6-8 p.m. Enjoy your favorite Painted Prairie wines, craft beer, delicious food while taking in the music! It's also rib night - starting at 5pm and is first-come first-serve!

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Open Golf Courses

Marshall Golf Club

800 Country Club Dr, Marshall, MN

Open as of April 14th

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Countryside Golf Club

3508 160th Ave, Minneota, MN

Open as of April 14th

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Savannah Oaks Golf Course

100 Savannah Heights Blvd, Lynd, MN

No Carts Allowed Yet - Only Walking

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Marshall-Lyon County Library Upcoming Events


The events are held at the Marshall-Lyon County Library unless otherwise specified: 201 C St, Marshall, MN

Paint Party | View event.

Saturday, April 22nd | 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Join SJMiller Arts for a spring-themed painting party! Learn how to paint a spring scene.


Open Mic Night | View event

Tuesday, April 25th | 2 Sessions:

12:00PM - 1:00PM at SMSU - Whipple Gallery | 6:30PM - 7:30PM at the Library

Bring your own favorite passage to read or simply come to listen.


All Things STEAM! | View event

Tuesday, April 25th | 4:00PM - 5:00PM

Building Structures: participants will use toothpicks & mini marshmallows to build the tallest tower. Grades: 1st– 4th


"The Rest of the Story" | View event

Thursday, April 27th | 2 Sessions:

12:00PM - 1:00PM at SMSU - Whipple Gallery | 6:30PM - 7:30PM at the Library

Stories of surprise from the works of Paul Harvey.


The Truth About Soil | View event

Thursday, April 27th | 6:30PM - 7:30PM

From Master Gardeners Beth Collins: learn the truth about soil!


Composting Class | View event

Friday, April 28th | 12:00PM - 1:00PM

Join the Lyon County Environmental Department for a free class about composting!

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

Sunday, April 23rd

10:30AM - 12:30PM


Living Word Lutheran Church

800 Southview Ct E, Marshall, MN


Join Marshall Food4Kids Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. Spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, and dessert will be served. The suggested donation is $8 per adult and $4 ages 5-12. Ages 4 and under are free. Meals are available for take-out as well.

                                                                      

Local Modern Woodmen of America members are sponsoring this fundraiser! All proceeds raised from this project will be matched by Modern Woodmen up to $500. For more information, contact Cindy Robinson, Modern Woodmen of America Financial Representative FIC, at 507-530-7426.

 

For more information, please email Coordinator@MarshallFood4Kids.org or call/text 507-401-5554. 

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SMSU Athletics Celebration of Excellence

Monday, April 24th

Begins at 6:00PM


SMSU - Lower Level Conference Center

1501 State St, Marshall, MN


The Southwest Minnesota State Athletic Department will host the 18th annual "Celebration of Excellence." The program honors student-athletes and teams from the 2022-23 academic year and selected student-athletes from the 2022 spring season. The event, which is free and open to the public, includes snacks and beverages. The social begins at 6 p.m., followed by the ceremony starting at 6:30 p.m.

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Basic Self-Defense Training

Wednesday, April 26th

6:00PM - 8:00PM


Marshall Area YMCA

200 S A St, Marshall, MN


Protect yourself and feel empowered. In this introductory course for women and men, participants will gain a basic understanding of self-defense moves, including how to avoid oncoming actions, get out of chokes, release arm grabs, and apply simple and effective counteractions to an opponent. This class is taught by Taekwondo Master Mark Veglahn and Chris Siks of Lees Taekwondo.

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National Weather Service 2023 Storm Spotter Training Class

Wednesday, April 26th

7:00PM - 9:00PM


SMSU

1501 State St, Marshall, MN


Want to learn more about the surrounding weather? Want to learn how to keep yourself and your family safe during severe weather season? Do you want to become a National Weather Service trained severe weather spotter? Then join us for our annual Spring spotter training! All National Weather Service training sessions are FREE and open to the public! No Registration is required!

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Traveling Trivia - Marshall Golf Club

Thursday, April 27th

Begins at 6:30PM


Marshall Golf Club

800 Country Club Dr, Marshall, MN


Traveling trivia at The Marshall golf club. Come early to save your seat! Put on your thinking caps and sharpen your pencils trivia night is back! Team registration and round one worksheet starts at 6:30 pm. Live rounds start at 7:00 pm. Prizes will be awarded! Free to play. 5 rounds of questions. 4 people per team.

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Planetarium & Laser Show

Thursday, April 27th

Begins at 7:00PM


SMSU

1501 State St, Marshall, MN


Come see the Planetarium Show! Admission is free for students with current SMSU ID and $5 for non SMSU students. Arrive early to get a good seat! A short laser light show will be presented at the end!

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First Time Home Buyers Seminar

Friday, April 28th

6:00PM - 7:00PM



Brau Brothers Brewing Co.

1010 E Southview Dr, Marshall, MN


Minnwest Bank and the Deutz Group Edina Realty are hosting this FREE first time home buyers seminar - food provided! Topics such as interest rates, pre-approval importance, loan and federal fees, and credit care. Contact us with any questions!

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Pickleball Championships

Saturday, April 29th

8:30AM - 5:00PM


Marshall Area YMCA

200 S A St, Marshall, MN


The Marshall Area YMCA welcomes players to the inaugural Marshall Area Pickleball Championships! The event is a Non-Sanctioned tournament. There will be door prizes awarded throughout the day and prizes awarded to the top 3 places in each division.

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Circle of Hope

Saturday, May 13th

Begins at 9:00AM


Avera Cancer Institute

300 S Bruce St, Marshall, MN


The Avera Marshall family invites you to join us for a Circle of Hope to honor you and your family as you journey through your cancer treatments, recovery and survivorship.

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Made in Minnesota Craft Beer + Wine Festival

Saturday, May 20th

3:00PM - 6:00PM


Red Baron Arena & Expo

1651 Victory Dr, Marshall, MN


Taste Minnesota's Craft beer + Wine scene all in one night. On May 20th, breweries and wineries from across the state will have samples for you to sip in your Made in Minnesota commemorative glass. Enjoy yard games and concessions all inside at the Festival. This Event is brought to you by Visit Marshall & Tall Grass Liquor.

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Southwest Minnesota Regional Housing Forum

Wednesday, May 31st

9:00AM - 12:00PM


Held via Zoom


Join us virtually for this event! There will be an expert panel on regional initiatives, breakout sessions on important regional topics, policy / advocacy / Legislative updates, funder updates and initiatives, plus networking with peers and partners to share successes and needs! Sign up today!

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Business News, Press Releases, Announcements & More!

SMSU Enactus competing at nationals in Dallas

The SMSU Enactus team is competing this week at the national level in Dallas, Texas, according to a university press release. Enactus is a student group with an emphasis on entrepreneurship to bring about social change and community impact. The Enactus presentation team will compete in the World Cup Qualifying Competition against other top teams [...]

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Visit Marshall to Host 2nd Annual Prairie Jam

For a second straight year, Visit Marshall will be hosting Prairie Jam! The concert will take place on Thursday, September 21st, 2023, at the Schwan's Regional Event Center on the Campus of Southwest Minnesota State University. Headlining is the multi-platinum Eli Young Band with Mike Eli, James Young, Jon Jones and Chris Thompson bringing their trailblazing sound for their first ever concert in Marshall!

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DEED encourages Minnesotans to apply for broadband expansion program for homes and businesses

15 million available to help Minnesotans access high-speed broadband. Ahead of an important April 30 deadline, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is encouraging Minnesotans to apply for its Line Extension Program to connect homes and businesses to high-speed broadband.

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Minnesota's paid family and medical leave legislation is flawed, but can be fixed

The paid family and medical leave (PFML) bill barreling its way toward passage at the State Capitol sounds like a great idea on the surface, but there are significant problems with the proposal that must be addressed to ensure it doesn't negatively impact workers throughout Minnesota.

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Chamber Member Job Postings

American Red Cross - Southwest Minnesota

  • Board Member

AP Design

  • Decorated Apparel Specialist

Avera Marshall

  • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) | Full-Time
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) | Full-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Anticoagulation Clinic | Part-Time
  • Radiology Technologist | Part-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Nurse Supervisor - Med/Surg
  • Administrative Internship
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-Term Care
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Acute Unit - PRN
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Resource Nurse - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Dietary Aid | Part-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - In-Reach Clinic | Full-Time
  • Radiology Technologist | Part-Time
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care | Full-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) | Part-Time
  • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) | Part-Time
  • Admissions Specialist II | Full-Time
  • Behavioral Health Technician
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Unit | Night Shift
  • Patient Services Representative (PSR) | Part-Time
  • Dietary Aide | Part-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Clinic | Full-Time
  • Medical Assistant | Full-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care - PRN
  • Certified Nursing Assistant - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
  • Thrift Store Associate | Part-Time
  • Thrift Store Associate | Part-Time
  • Thrift Store Associate | Part-Time
  • Thrift Store Associate | Part-Time
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Activity Assistant - Granite Falls Care - PRN
  • Patient Services Representative (PSR) | Part-Time
  • Store Manager - Marshall Regional Medicine Center | Full-Time
  • Patient Services Representative (PSR) | Part-Time
  • Food Service Worker | Part-Time
  • Medical Assistant | Full-Time
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Clinic | Full-Time

Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration, Inc.

  • Commercial Refrigeration Installer

Hope Harbor

  • Direct Care | Full-Time & Part-Time

Jonti-Craft, Inc.

  • Builder (ATO) 1st & 2nd Shift
  • 1st & 2nd Shift Carting
  • 1st Shift Maintenance
  • 1st Shift Tubs & Chairs
  • 1st Shift Shipping
  • 1st Shift Warehouse

Living Word Lutheran Church

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

Lyon County

  • Lyon County Property Appraiser
  • Park Board Member

Marshall Public Schools

  • Head Wrestling Coach
  • Assistant Dance Coach (JV)
  • Copy Center Specialist
  • Middle School Paraprofessional
  • High School Paraprofessional
  • Substitute Crossing Guard
  • Substitute Custodian
  • Substitute Paraprofessional
  • Substitute Teacher
  • Park Side Paraprofessional
  • Southview Paraprofessional
  • Maintenance Crew Member
  • Preschool Paraprofessional

North Star Mutual Insurance Company

  • System Administrator
  • Policy Processing Technician - Commercial Underwriting
  • Policy Processing Technician - Farm Underwriting
  • Policy Processing Technician - Personal Lines Underwriting
  • Assistant Underwriter - Farm Underwriting
  • Underwriting Technician - Farm Underwriting
  • Underwriting Technician - Personal Lines
  • Claims Technician - Property / Casualty Claims
  • Assistant Claims Representative - Auto Claims
  • Software Developers - Information Technology
  • Assistant Claims Representative - Property/Casualty Claims
  • HR Assistant - Human Resources
  • Claims Technician - Auto Claims
  • Senior Accountant - Accounting

Runnings

  • E-Commerce Product Coordinator
  • Marketing & E-Commerce Intern

Schwan's Company

  • Customer Finance Operations Coordinator
  • Accountant

Southwest Minnesota State University

  • Assistant Professor of Culinology
  • Director of Admission
  • Social Director of Field Education
  • Digital Marketing Strategist

Southwest Tour & Travel

  • Driver

State Bank of Taunton

  • Teller/New Accounts Position

State Farm Insurance - Andrew Suby

  • Insurance Sales Position
  • Insurance Sales & Customer Service Position

Tavern 507

  • Host/Hostess
  • Dishwasher
  • Breakfast Attendant (5am-11am Early Hours)
  • Guest Room Attendant | Part-Time
  • Guest Services Representative

Wal-Mart Super Center

  • Cashier / Self Check-Out Host

Western Equipment Finance

  • Documentation Administrator


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

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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