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Trackchair back in running for ‘Coolest’ MN product

MARSHALL — An all-terrain wheelchair made in Marshall is once again in the running to be “the coolest thing made in Minnesota.” This week ATZ Manufacturing, formerly Action Manufacturing, advanced past the first slate of 64 competitors in the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce’s Coolest ...

‘A growing sport’ in Marshall

MARSHALL — When some local fans of disc golf started sharing ideas for a possible course in Marshall, one location came to mind: Independence Park. “We were like, ‘This would be a fantastic course,’” said Jordan Schroeder. Schroeder would go on to design a possible course and ...

Ice cream Mexican-style

MARSHALL — When she opened her new business, Vanessa Leon said her goal was to share the fun and flavors of a Mexican ice cream shop with Marshall. “It’s more like an experience. We try to bring a little taste of what Mexico’s treats look like,” Leon said. “We want it to be a ...

Marshall schools implementing curriculum standards

MARSHALL — The new school year is underway, and the Marshall Public School District is busy with new professional development in several areas to continue growing the standards amongst student’s curriculum. MPS is operating under a theme of “Relentless Excellence” for the 2025-26 ...

Business owners digest paid leave information during seminar

FAIRMONT – With attorneys and a payroll adviser on hand, dozens of Fairmont business owners and payroll professionals learned about the new Minnesota Paid Leave program at a seminar on Wednesday. The law provides paid leave benefits to employees effective Jan. 1, 2026. It is funded by ...

Drivers reminded ‘student safety is a shared responsibility’

MARSHALL — With school back in session, it’s even more important for drivers to be aware and pay attention to school zone laws to help ensure the safety of students and pedestrians. Especially during the morning and afternoon hours, streets surrounding local schools become crowded on a ...