MARSHALL — Lyon County 4-H programs are continuing to expand, University of Minnesota Extension representatives said this week. In a presentation to Lyon County Commissioners, Extension educators said partnerships with area schools and communities have allowed 4-H to reach 20% of eligible ...

MARSHALL — It could be a good year for deer hunting in southern Minnesota, representatives of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources said Thursday. “We’re expecting pretty decent deer numbers,” said Joe Stangel, acting regional wildlife manager for southwest Minnesota. ...

Next week, southwest Minnesota residents will honor military veterans with ceremonies, speakers, and even some community meals. In Marshall, Veterans Day observances will include a program Monday morning at the Adult Community Center. The program is open to the public. The Veterans Day ...

MARSHALL — It was meant to be a night of fun – but fun with a purpose, Jamie Nauman said. Marshall area community members gathered Thursday night to support financial assistance programs at the Marshall Area YMCA. “Ultimately, what this is, is fundraising to help community members,” ...

MARSHALL — Exit polls conducted by Southwest Minnesota State University students this fall showed “clear wins” in Lyon County for candidates like Donald Trump, Amy Klobuchar, Michelle Fischbach and Chris Swedzinski. However, the exit polls still revealed some surprises, students said. ...

MARSHALL — Southwest Minnesota State University recognized and honored first generation students on Tuesday for National First Gen Day, which several colleges across the country participate in by hosting events for students and faculty to come together and hear one another’s stories while ...