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‘Birdie’ to take audiences back to the ‘50s

TYLER — This weekend, audiences can go back to the days of poodle skirts and rock ‘n roll with the Tyler Area Arts Council’s summer musical. Performances of “Bye Bye Birdie” start Thursday night at the RTR Performing Arts Center in Tyler. The show should be lots of fun, said ...

Caron prepares for 19th MS bike ride in support of family

MARSHALL — In just a few days, Marshall’s Thomas Caron will be embarking on his 19th Ride Across Minnesota with Bike MS, a five-day bike ride to raise awareness for Multiple Sclerosis (MS). He continues to participate in the yearly fundraiser to support those close to him, with a family ...

Lyon County commissioners approve abatement for hotel project

MARSHALL — A property tax abatement request for a proposed hotel development in Marshall passed the Lyon County Board on Tuesday. However, county commissioners were divided on whether the abatement term should be for four years, or a shorter time. During discussion of the request, ...

National MS Bike Ride comes to Marshall

MARSHALL — Bringing to southwest Minnesota an experience that participants and spectators can indulge in to support those fighting Multiple Sclerosis (MS), the 2025 National Bike MS: Ride Across Minnesota is taking place in Marshall this year. The National MS Society hosts dozens of rides ...

Cottonwood splash pad receives federal grant

COTTONWOOD — Plans to start work on a splash pad and beach restoration at a lakeside park in Cottonwood can take a step forward, as the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources receives $350,000 in federal grant funding. Cottonwood City Administrator Teather Bliss said the city is ...

A ride for a cause

ARCO — As motorcycles started pulling up outside the Arco fire hall Saturday morning, people were looking forward to a good ride on a beautiful day. “This is one of my favorite runs,” said Lynd resident David Thooft. “It just seems like the stops are great.” Another good thing ...