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Marshall Area Chamber Weekly News & Events Newsletter

November 24th | 2023

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Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Headlines:


‘Short, shallow’ recession on deck for 2024?


How did Minnesota become the nation's top turkey state?


New Minnesota Chamber report shows Minnesota business challenges


State flag, emblem ideas to be cut to 5 finalists Tuesday

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Rep. Chris Swedzinski

Senator Gary Dahms

Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach

Senator Tina Smith

Senator Amy Klobuchar

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Chamber Happenings

Young Professionals

This week at Young Professionals, the group was able to tour Avera and their facilities! We learned all about the most recent updates, innovations, upcoming plans & more. Save the date for the December Young Professionals holiday networking lunch: Tuesday, December 19th! Register now here.

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We Need Your Vote!

Now through Tuesday, November 28th

Crazy Days has been nominated in the Best Local Festival / Event category for The Independent's 2023 Reader's Choice Awards! This year's Crazy Days was our best one yet & we'd love to see your support by voting for us to help win this category!


The vote is open from November 18th through November 28th - vote online using the link below! Thank you in advance for all your support!

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Downtown Marshall Holiday Open House &

Small Business Saturday

Saturday, November 25th

1:00PM to 3:00PM @ Terrace 1872

Come Downtown Marshall for some Small Business Saturday shopping! While you're out & about - be sure to find Santa & his holiday friends! There will be Santa Claus, goodie bags, hot chocolate inside Main Stay for the kids, a coloring contest, llamas, a peanut butter drive to donate to Lyon County Heart to Heart (please bring a jar!!), carriage rides at the Note Gallery in honor of Sue Schreier & more!


This is a Marshall Downtown Business Association hosted event. Learn more about MDBA here.

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November Chamber Events

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2023 Chamber Annual Meeting


Wednesday, November 29th

12:00PM - 1:00PM


EverSpring Inn & Suites

1500 E College Dr, Marshall, MN


Please join us as we celebrate the 2022-23 year of accomplishments at our Annual Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, November 29th.

 

At this meeting, we will celebrate by giving out our annual awards that have been traditionally been given out at the Taste of Marshall. We will also recognize our outgoing board members. 

 

Also, we are honored to have Minnesota Chamber of Commerce President, Doug Loon be our guest speaker.


Schedule: 

11:30-11:45 Registration

12:00-12:15 Annual Review/Report

12:15-12:30 Annual awards and presenting outgoing board members

12:30-1:00 Speaker


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Business After Hours

Leading Edge Credit Union


Thursday, November 30th

5:00PM - 7:00PM


Leading Edge Credit Union

1406 East College Drive, Suite 100

Marshall, MN


Come check out Leading Edge Credit Union’s brand new location in Marshall as they host Business After Hours this month! Tour the facility while enjoying refreshments & networking!


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December Chamber Events

Save the date for these upcoming events!

*Schedule of events are subject to changes.*


Thursday, December 7th:

Marshall Leadership Academy - Public Policy Day


Tuesday, December 12th:

Business After Hours - Career & Technical Institute


Thursday, December 14th:

Women's Connect - Holiday Networking Party

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Tuesday, December 19th:

Young Professionals - Holiday Networking Party

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Thursday, December 21st:

Let's Connect - Wear Your Best Christmas Themed Outfit!

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Monday, December 25th:

Marshall Area Chamber Office is closed in observance of Christmas!


Tuesday, December 26th:

The Chamber Office will open at 12:00PM

Upcoming Local Events

Horse Drawn Wagon Ride &

Santa & Mrs. Claus

All Events Held at:

Iverson Tree Farm

42652 County Highway 7, Belview, MN


Horse Drawn Wagon Rides (No Santa)

Friday, November 24th

11:00PM to 3:00PM

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Come to the beautiful river bottom to experience a horse drawn wagon ride around the tree farm and take in the serene Christmas setting. Shop our Market for gifts, outdoor planters, wreaths, garland and greens. The hot cider and cookies will be waiting for you! No charge.


Horse Drawn Wagon Rides &

Santa & Mrs. Claus

Saturday, November 25th

11:00AM to 3:00PM

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Come to the beautiful river bottom to experience a horse drawn wagon ride around the tree farm and take in the serene Christmas setting.

Santa & Mrs. Claus will be at the farm today from 11:00-1:30. No charge.


Santa & Mrs. Claus (No Wagon Rides)

Sunday, November 26th

11:00AM to 2:00PM

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Come to the beautiful river bottom to experience the serene Christmas setting while visiting with Santa & Mrs. Claus! Shop our Market for gifts, outdoor planters, wreaths, garland and greens. The hot cider and cookies will be waiting for you! No charge.

2024 Refillable Popcorn Bucket at the Marshall 6 Now Available!

Friday, November 24th

All Day!


Marshall 6 Movie Theatre

230 W Lyon St, Marshall, MN


Starting Black Friday, 11/24, our 2024 Refillable Bucket goes on sale for $20. Refills are only $3.50 for the rest of 2023 and all of 2024. Don’t wait, quantities are limited.

*2023 bucket still valid till the end of the year.

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Light Up the Night Begins

Friday, November 24th

See Schedule of Events


Downtown Marshall &

Independence Park


Light Up the Night kicks off TODAY!

*Holiday Light Parade at 6 pm From 4th Street (Main) to E Lyon (Ending at Independence Park)

*Fireworks following the Parade

*Kayla Daniels following fireworks (roughly 6:45 – 7:45)

*Winter Wonderland of Lights: after parade – 9pm

*Live Nativity after parade – 8

*Santa in parade; then at Santa Hut until approx.. 8pm.

*Trolley, Bonfire, after parade – 8 pm


Light Up the Night continues every Friday, Saturday & Sunday - see their Facebook event page for dates and times!

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Marshall Area Fine Arts Council (MAFAC) Open House

Saturday, November 25th

10:00AM to 2:00PM


Marshall Area Fine Arts Council

109 N 3rd St, Marshall, MN


It getting to look a lot like Christmas….

You are invited to join MAFAC in celebrating the holidays during MAFAC's Holiday Open House on Saturday, Nov. 25 from 10-2 pm. Come in and shop for gifts and books crafted and written by local and regional artists and authors. There is a gift for everyone in MAFAC's Gift Shop at 109 North 3rd Street.

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Small Business Saturday Happy Hour +

Sip, Shop & Be Merry Pop-Up Event

Saturday, November 25th

3:00PM to 6:00PM


Painted Prairie Vineyard

1575 250th Ave, Currie, MN


2 Events!


Happy Hour

From 3-6 p.m., enjoy a free pour on us for supporting a small business! Bring in a purchase receipt from a local retail small business (valid Saturday purchases only) and receive a pour with a purchase off the Painted Prairie starter menu. One receipt per customer, please! Thank you for shopping local!

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Sip, Shop & Be Merry

It's time to do some holiday shopping! Painted Prairie is excited to welcome Dusty Skies Designs, a mobile boutique on Small Business Saturday! They will be here at Painted Prairie from 3-6 p.m. Cheers!

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Ag Plus Meeting & Customer Appreciation Steak Fry

Tuesday, November 28th

Begins at 5:00PM


KB's Bar & Grill

100 E Burlingame St, Ghent, MN


As another year draws to a close, we want to express our sincere gratitude for your ongoing support. We appreciate the trust you place in Ag Plus Cooperative and look forward to sharing valuable insights into our business with you.

Hear from our esteemed Board Chairman, Eddie De Langhe, and President & CEO, Todd Ludwig, as they share updates on this year's progress at the Cooperative and our plans for the future.

After the meeting, enjoy our customer appreciation steak fry, prepared by the Cattlemen's Club. It's our way of saying thank you for being an essential part of Ag Plus. We'll also be giving away great door prizes during the event.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, November 28

Time: Doors open at 5:00 P.M. Annual meeting 5:30 P.M.

Location: KB's Bar & Grill, Ghent

As a cooperative, we exist because of you, and for you. It's your trust, dedication, and unwavering support that fuel our purpose. We're more than a business; we're a community, united by common goals and shared principles. Your patronage allows us to thrive, adapt, and serve our members faithfully. 

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Outdoor Planters: Make & Take

Tuesday, November 28th

6:00PM to 7:30PM


Iverson Tree Farm

42652 County Highway 7, Belview, MN


Craft your own outdoor planter. You will receive a bundle of greens, dogwood, birch, pot and embellishments for $60.

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18th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference

Wednesday, November 29th

Begins at 8:30AM


SMSU - Conference Center

1501 State St, Marshall, MN


The SMSU community and general public are invited and encouraged to attend this year’s conference, showcasing some of the excellent work done by SMSU students. This year’s conference will be primarily in-person, but will also have virtual options, with virtual presentations held live via Zoom. Presentations are grouped into discipline-specific sessions and held throughout the day. Presentation times for individual presenters, will be available in the URC Program as well as the URC Abstract Booklet.  

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Bookworm Trivia

Wednesday, November 29th

Begins at 6:30PM


Painted Prairie Vineyard

1575 250th Ave, Currie, MN


How well do you know the classics? Famous Authors? Children's books? This trivia is for you! The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. in collaboration with the Westbrook Public Library! Teams of four or less, please!

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Skate with the Dogs

Wednesday, November 29th

6:45PM to 7:30PM


Red Baron Arena & Expo

1651 Victory Dr, Marshall, MN


Join the Ice Dogs on November 29th for an exhilarating skating experience from 6:45 to 7:30 pm. Whether you're a seasoned skater or a complete novice, this event promises fun for all. The Ice Dogs, an NAHL Hockey team from our sister city Fairbanks Alaska, will be hitting the ice to offer an exciting opportunity to skate with them. Marshall Community Services will be offering free skate rental so you can hit the ice with the Players and get autographs! It's an excellent chance for hockey enthusiasts and families alike to enjoy an evening of icy entertainment and interaction with the Fairbanks Ice Dogs.

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Affordable Connectivity Program: The Basics Webinar

Thursday, November 30th

3:00PM to 4:00PM


Online Event


NCIL and Verizon Present: Affordable Connectivity Program – The Basics

The National Council on Independent Living, in partnership with Verizon, presents a national webinar: Affordable Connectivity Program – The Basics.

• November 30, 2023; 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Eastern

• Register online (https://bit.ly/47x5isS)

This webinar will detail information about the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (fcc.gov/acp) – a program that allows eligible applicants to receive funds that help defray the costs of broadband internet. Representatives from both NCIL and Verizon will provide insight into what the program is, who is eligible, and how to use it, along with other opportunities that may better fit an individual’s needs.

Registration Fee: This event is free of charge.

Target Audience: Executive directors, program managers, and staff members of Centers for Independent Living; individuals with disabilities.

Reach out to Jenny@ncil.org for more information.

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Traveling Trivia

Thursday, November 30th

Begins at 6:30PM


Varsity Pub & Extra Innings

128 W Main St, Marshall, MN


Traveling trivia at The Varsity pub and Extra innings! 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 630 pm. Live rounds start at 700 pm. Prizes will be awarded!

Free to play.

5 rounds of questions.

Up to 4 people per team.

No cellphones are allowed after round 1.

Like our facebook page to stay tuned for each round categories so you can study. Or sign up for our email list at https://www.pushplaydj.com/traveling-trivia.

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11th Annual Indoor Christmas Tree Walk

Saturday, November 18th through

Saturday, December 30th

Time Depends on Day - See Schedule


Lyon County Museum

300 W Lyon St, Marshall, MN


The 11th Annual Indoor Christmas Tree Walk opens at the Lyon County Museum, 301 W Lyon St, Marshall on Saturday, November 18. The trees and museum will stay decorated through December 30. View decorated trees by area families, businesses, non-profit organizations, and service organizations.

To vote for your favorite(s), place money in a box located by each tree. The top 3 organizations/businesses with the most money in their boxes will win the 2023 tree walk. There will be an online option to vote on the museum’s website. All proceeds from the boxes will go to benefit the Lyon County Historical Society’s mission of preserving and presenting Lyon County history. 

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Holiday Open House at The Escape Spa

Tuesday, December 5th

9:00AM to 7:30PM


The Escape Spa

301 S 2nd St, Marshall, MN


Save the date! Plan to attend our open house on Tuesday, December 5th!

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Southwest Minnesota Orchestra Presents: Holiday Cheer

With Prairie Arts Chorale

Tuesday, December 5th

Begins at 7:00PM


Holy Redeemer Catholic Church

503 W Lyon St, Marshall, MN


Join the Southwest Minnesota Orchestra with guests the Prairie Arts Chorale on Tuesday, December 5 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church for this year’s Holiday Cheer! After the performance you are invited downstairs to a reception in Carlin Hall, where there will be wine, sparkling cider, coffee, cocoa, and a generous spread of treats. Free and open to the public. This is a fundraiser for the Southwest Minnesota Orchestra.

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President's Holiday Social

Wednesday, December 6th

4:30PM to 6:30PM


SMSU - Conference Center Upper Level

1501 State St, Marshall, MN


Please join us for the President's Holiday Social! Valet parking and coat check will be provided at the entrance. Everyone is welcome!

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Volunteers Needed for Gift Wrapping!

Thursday Nights in December

4:00PM to 8:00PM


Graceful Marilyn Quilt Shoppe

307 W Main St, Marshall, MN


Join the fun on Thursday nights in December for girt wrapping! Looking for a way to spread some holiday cheer? Look no further! We need volunteers for a Christmas gift-wrapping service at Graceful Marilyn Quilt Shoppe in Marshall, MN. Join us every Thursday night in December to help wrap gifts. If you love to wrap Christmas gifts, this is the perfect opportunity for you to share your skills and make a difference in your community. Sign up for multiple shifts and be a part of the magic of the season!Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

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Business News, Press Releases, Announcements & More!

Chamber Members Bitton's Roadhouse & Chicken Connection Made the List on the "Off-The-Beaten-Path Restaurants You Mus Try in South Dakota, Iowa & Minnesota!"

Detour Dining: Off-The-Beaten-Path Restaurants You Must Try in South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota

Beyond the well-traveled tourist paths, there's a whole different world of food exploration throughout South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota.

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Headlines from the Marshall Independent

Kwik Trip gears up for 2024 grand openings

MARSHALL - Within a year Marshall's two new Kwik Trip locations should be open and ready for hundreds of customers. Construction crews are nearing completion on the East College Drive Kwik Trip site. Marshall Economic Development Authority Director Lauren Deutz said Kwik Trip aims to complete interior work this winter and that it wants to [...]

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'Letting it fly' at new downtown Marshall business

MARSHALL - It was a different kind of target practice. Patrons at Wings Axe Company took turns stepping up to lanes with wooden bullseyes attached to the far wall. One by one, they threw axes at the targets, trying to get the axe blades to stick in the middle of the bullseye.

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Take a walk along the Christmas trees

MARSHALL - The Lyon County Museum always gets an early start on the holiday season. The museum is decorated in 2023 with 26 Christmas trees assembled by Marshall businesses and organizations. Everyone selects a theme that reflects the holiday spirit. Lyon County Museum collections manager Paul Evanson said this year's total is a record number [...]

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2023 Live Local Calendar


Never miss out on what's happening locally! We have you covered with our fully interactive #LiveLocal calendar that's updated daily!! Use the button to get to our Live Local Calendar!

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Chamber Member Job Postings

AP Design

  • Shipping & Customer Service Specialist

Avera Marshall

  • Pharmacist | Part-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery | Part-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg | Part-Time
  • Dietary Aid | PRN
  • Optometry Assistant | PRN
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Urgent Care | Part-Time
  • Dietary Aid | Full-Time
  • Thrift Store Associate | Part-Time
  • Cook | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Clinic | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
  • Medical Assistant (MA) - Clinic | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
  • Nutrition & Food Service | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
  • Nutrition & Food Service | PRN
  • Call Center Representative | Part-time
  • Call Center Representative | Part-time - Benefits Eligible
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - In-Reach Clinic | Full-time
  • Cook | Part-time - Benefits Eligible
  • Director- Nursing Home Administrator - Nursing Admin Nursing Home | Full-time
  • Support Specialist | Full-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery/Med-Surg | Part-Time Benefits Eligible
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-Term Care | PRN
  • Medical Assistant (MA) [CL] - FQHC | Full-Time
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - FQHC | Full-Time
  • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long Term Care | Part-Time
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg Unit | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Nursing Home - Part-Time
  • Admissions Specialist II | Full-Time
  • Nutrition And Food Service | Part-Time
  • Retail Manager | Full-Time
  • Dietary Aide - Part-time
  • Housekeeper | Part-time
  • Patient Services Representative (PSR) | Part-time
  • Pharmacist - Marshall Medical Center | PRN
  • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Med Surg Unit | Full-time
  • Pharmacy Technician - In Training - Marshall Pharmacy | Full-time
  • Pharmacy Technician - Marshall Pharmacy | Full-time
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | PRN
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | PRN
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | PRN
  • Dietary Aide | Full-Time
  • Dietary Aide | Part-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-term Care | Part-Time
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-term Care | PRN
  • Phlebotomist | Part-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health | Part-Time
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Long-Term Care | Part-Time
  • Radiology Technologist (ARRT) | Part-Time

Boerboom Ag Resources

  • Office Associate
  • Feed Delivery Driver

Centrol Crop Consulting

  • Summer Field Scout - Spring/Summer 2024 (positions available in MN & SD)
  • Soil Sampling Technician - Spring/Summer 2024 (positions available in MN & SD)

Goodwill of the Great Plains

  • Retail Associate

Hoffman & Brobst PLLP

  • Senior Accountant Position
  • Staff Accountant Position

Hope Harbor

  • Direct Care | Part-Time
  • Direct Care | Full-Time

Living Word Lutheran Church

  • Worship Leader | Full-Time

Lyon County

  • Lyon County Correctional Officer

Marshall Public Schools

  • Crossing Guard
  • Substitute Paraprofessional
  • Substitute Teacher
  • Special Education Van Rider Assistant
  • Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional
  • MATEC Special Education Paraprofessional
  • Middle School Special Education Paraprofessional
  • Park Side Special Education Paraprofessional

Meulebroeck, Taubert & Co.

  • Staff Accountant

New Horizons Crisis Center

  • Crime Victim Service Coordinator - Redwood County
  • Crime Victim Service Coordinator - Murray County

North Star Mutual Insurance Company

  • Senior Accountant - Accounting
  • Claims Technician - Auto Claims
  • Assistant Claims Representative - Auto Claims
  • Assistant Claims Representative - Property / Casualty Claims
  • Help Desk Support Specialist

Ralco

  • Marketing Manager

Schwan's Company

  • Sanitation Associate I - Overnights
  • Maintenance Supervisor
  • EHS Compliance Specialist

Southwest Minnesota State University

  • Director of Strength & Conditioning
  • General Maintenance Worker
  • General Maintenance Worker

SWWC Service Cooperative

  • Special Education Paraprofessional
  • Business Services Specialist - Payroll Emphasis
  • Career Coordinator

Troy Deutz - Edina Realty Marshall

  • Realtor

Vander Ziel Tax & Accounting

  • Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer

Western Equipment Finance

  • Senior Impaired Debt Specialist
  • Collections Specialist



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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.


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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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