SPRINGFIELD -- A Springfield man was injured on Thursday after the vehicle he was riding in struck a deer on Highway 14 in Brown County, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. At approximately 6:52 Thursday morning, a 2016 Chevy Silverado was traveling westbound on Highway 14. Near the intersection with 340th avenue, the pickup struck a deer.   A passenger in the vehicle, 70-year-old Jerry Miller of Springfield, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the Springfield hospital.  The driver of the Chevy, a 17-year-old juvenile from Springfield, and another passenger, 45-year-old Rebecca Yates of Springfield, were not injured.  Assistance was provided [...]

MARSHALL -- The Lyon County Museum in Marshall opens its 12th Annual Indoor Christmas Tree Walk on Saturday, November 23. The festive display, featuring trees decorated by local families, businesses, and organizations, runs through December 31. Visitors can vote for their favorite tree by placing money in designated boxes or online through the museum’s website. Proceeds benefit the Lyon County Historical Society's mission, with the top three winners earning prizes of Marshall Chamber Dollars. Extended museum hours will be in effect during the event, though the museum will close on select dates, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. Contact the museum at 507-537-6580 [...]

Ivanhoe – A 59-year-old Ivanhoe man, Joseph Alan Anderson, was arrested Tuesday following a narcotics search at an apartment complex in Ivanhoe. The Buffalo Ridge Drug and Violent Crime Task Force (BRDVCTF), with assistance from the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, conducted the operation.  According to a criminal complaint, authorities intercepted a package addressed to Anderson from Henderson, Nevada, at a postal facility in Windom. A K9 unit detected controlled substances in the package, leading to a federal warrant that revealed approximately 126 grams of methamphetamine.  The package was delivered to Anderson’s apartment, where a search [...]

The state’s largest 24-hour online fundraising event for schools and non-profits is happening today. Jake Blumberg, Director of Give to the Max Day, highlights the event as a chance for Minnesotans to come together and showcase their commitment to civic engagement. The focus is on encouraging as many donors as possible to support a wide range of organizations throughout the day. Over the past 15 years, Give to the Max Day has raised more than $300 million. To contribute to your favorite school or non-profit, visit givemn.org. Below is a list of local non-profits courtesy of the Marshall Area Chamber of [...]

MARSHALL — Icy conditions have gripped roads and sidewalks in Marshall today after overnight sprinkles turned into snow. Drivers are advised to slow down, turn on headlights, maintain a safe following distance, and check 511 for current road conditions. Director of Public Safety Jim Marshall reminded residents of the importance of following winter parking rules to avoid issues during snow removal. “You need to pay close attention to signage so there’s laws that prevent you from parking on snow emergency routes. Those routes all go into place November 1st through April 1st. Same with parking lots in the downtown area. There [...]

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has extended the application deadline for the 2024 Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP) to December 13, 2024, giving organic dairy producers two additional weeks to apply. The program offers $58 million in financial assistance to certified organic dairy operations producing milk from cows, goats, and sheep. ODMAP 2024 aims to alleviate challenges from market volatility, rising input costs, and unstable feed prices. “Extending the deadline gives hardworking organic dairy producers additional time to request the support they need,” said FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux. Program Enhancements ODMAP 2024 includes key improvements, such as: Increased Payment [...]

The Minnesota Department of Health is urging residents to dispose of recalled organic carrots after they were linked to an E. coli O121 outbreak. Epidemiologist Carlota Medus says, "The E. coli outbreak associated with carrots. It's a type of E. coli, and it's called E. coli O121. We have five cases in Minnesota who ate organic carrots, just like the regular carrots and or baby carrots. So those carrots got recalled." The illnesses have been traced to organic carrots purchased from Costco, Target, and Hy-Vee, under brands including Good & Gather, Bunny Luv, and Cal-Organic. Medus also described symptoms to watch [...]

During Safe Sleep Week, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is spotlighting its partnership with Cradle of Hope, a grantee of the Healthy Beginnings, Healthy Families Act. Cradle of Hope collaborates with 176 state organizations, including 11 Tribes, to distribute more than 200 portable cribs monthly to families in need. MDH Spokesperson Michelle Chiezah (chee-EH-zah) emphasizes the importance of this program in reducing the risk of accidental suffocation and strangulation caused by bed-sharing. “They distribute cribs statewide to families in need, especially those who are in need of a safe space for the baby to sleep, if they’re pregnant in the [...]

Minnesota appears on track to lead the nation in voter turnout for the second consecutive presidential election, with preliminary data showing 76.35% of eligible voters casting ballots in 2024. Secretary of State Steve Simon attributed the state’s high participation to same-day registration and a strong "pro-voting" culture. "We are still first place in the nation once again for voter turnout," Simon said Monday. "I caution that that could change. There's still a few more ballots left to count in the state of Wisconsin. It's nip and tuck, but as of this morning, we're still ahead and number one. We won't know [...]

MARSHALL – The Fish ON Target Cornhole ACL Regional Tournament will take place at the 5 Family Ranch, promising a weekend of thrilling cornhole competition open to players of all skill levels. The tournament kicks off on Friday, November 22, with the Early Bird Blind Draw starting at 4 p.m., followed by the ACL Swap at 7 p.m., which guarantees six games for participants. The day concludes at midnight. On Saturday, November 23, doors open at 10 a.m., and the action begins with singles events at 11 a.m., offering Open, Competitive, and Intermediate divisions. Doubles Rounders matches start at 3 p.m., [...]