Marshall Area Chamber Weekly News & Events Newsletter | |
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Advanced Eyecare
Progress Award for uilding Improvements!
Alyssa Snyder, Owner & Optometrist
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State Farm Insurance - Andrew Suby
Progress Award for a New Location!
Andrew Suby, Owner & Agent
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Karl's TV Audio Appliance & Furniture
Ribbon Cutting
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Come enjoy delicious cuisine from popular restaurants and other vendors from around the Marshall Community!
Tickets are on sale now - get yours for $20 ahead of time or $25 at the door the day of the event! Check out the event online for all the participants, sponsors, information on the event itself & more.
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The Marshall Downtown Business Association Presents
Moonlight Madness 2024
Tickets are on sale now for $25! Get yours at any of the following locations during business hours:
Marshall Area Chamber
Main Stay
Nessa's Naturals
*Limited quantity available so get yours before they sell out!*
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Local Candidate Forum
Tuesday, October 1st
6:00PM to 8:15PM
Marshall-Lyon County Library
201 C Street, Marshall, MN
Join us as the Chamber sponsors a forum for candidates for the Marshall City Council, Lyon County Commission & Sheriff!
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Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline
Workforce Community Conversation in Marshall
Wednesday, October 16th
10:30AM to 12:00PM
Marshall City Hall
344 W Main Street, Marshall, MN
Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline is an innovative approach to address workforce needs through earn-and-learn employment-based dual training, where the employer invests in their employee by providing training in competency standards to equip the employee with the specific knowledge and skills necessary for a particular occupation. Learn more with the link to the event!
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Let's Connect
A Chamber Member Favorite!
Thursday, October 17th
8:00AM to 9:00AM
AmericInn by Wyndham Marshall
1406 E Lyon Street, Marshall, MN
Join us for a light breakfast and a cup of coffee as you share a one minute update of your business or group and create new connections with your fellow business professionals in the Marshall area!
Thank you to our Sponsor!
AmericInn by Wyndham Marshall
Learn More About Let's Connect
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Moonlight Madness
A Marshall Downtown Business Association (MDBA) Event!
Thursday, October 24th
*Shopping All Day Long!
*Evening Event at 7:00PM
Downtown Marshall
*Evening Event:
The Upper Room
100 W College Drive, Suite 300, Marshall, MN
Join the Marshall Downtown Business Association (MDBA) on Thursday, October 24th for this fun shopping day with exclusive one-day-only coupons! Your day of shopping will be followed by an evening social event that includes heavy appetizers and a cash bar at The Upper Room. Also, get a chance to win giveaways from all your favorite downtown shops during the evening event! We hope to see you there! *Tickets are not for sale yet.*
Follow our Facebook Event so you never miss an update!
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Downtown Marshall Trick or Treating
A Marshall Downtown Business Association (MDBA) Event!
Saturday, October 26th
2:00PM to 4:00PM
Downtown Marshall
*Look for Signs on the Participating Businesses!
Come downtown for some Halloween fun! Bring your kiddos all dressed up & stop at the Downtown Marshall businesses for some treats (or tricks)! Participating businesses will have a sign on their door! There is no cost to stop by & get treats from these businesses. Happy Halloween!
#LiveLocal #ShopLocal
Follow our Facebook Event so you never miss an update!
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ONE top Banner Ad spot is available each Friday in the E-Connection newsletter at $75/week. Email chamber@marshallmn.org for more information.
Receive a $15 discount if you book 4 weeks or more! Inquire on availability.
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Friday, September 27th
8:00PM to 12:00AM
Pelican Cove
21 Valhalla Dr, Slayton, MN
The sun will be shining and the good times will be rolling - see you there!
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Arts & Living History Expo | |
Saturday, September 28th
10:00AM to 2:00PM
Memorial Park
Marshall, MN
Join us at Memorial Park downtown Marshall for Art Vendors, Living History Reenactors, Live Music, Food Trucks, kid's Make n Take.
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Saturday, September 28th
10:00AM to 2:00PM
Half Pint Coffee Co.
400 7th Street, Walnut Grove, MN
Join us for an ice cream party to help the Westbrook pool with their slide project. $1 from every ice cream sold will be donated back to the Westbrook Pool.
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Saturday, September 28th
1:00PM to 6:00PM
Independence Park - Small Shelter
Marshall, MN
Join us for a delightful Fall Frolic in the Park!
Celebrate the beauty of autumn with a day filled with fun activities for all ages. Our event will feature:
Games: Enjoy a variety of classic and modern games, from sack races and tug-of-war to cornhole and giant Jenga. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Music: Groove to some music to the perfect soundtrack to your fall day. Whether you love folk, rock, reggae, or pop, our lineup has it all.
Food: Savor delicious seasonal treats from food vendor.
Crafts: Get creative at our craft stations where you can make your own autumn-themed decorations, paint gourds, and more. It’s a great way to bring a piece of the festival home with you.
Bring your family and friends to enjoy the crisp fall air, vibrant foliage, and a day packed with entertainment and community spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Movie Club: Film & Discussion | |
Saturday, September 28th
Begins at 1:00PM
Marshall-Lyon County Library
201 C Street, Marshall, MN
Join fellow movie aficionados to watch a film! Free and open to anyone. After the movie, there will be a brief discussion to share your thoughts. Snacks provided!
We can't say the name of September’s selection here due to license requirements. This 2005 film stars Keira Knightly and Matthew MacFayden and based on a classic by Jane Austen. It is rated PG and is 2 hours and 9 minutes.
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Flannels, Campfires & Cocktails | |
Saturday, September 28th
3:00PM to 9:00PM
Painted Prairie Vineyard
1575 250th Ave, Currie, MN
Fall is in the air and we are excited to celebrate the harvest season with Campfires and Cocktails! Grab your favorite flannel and expect to enjoy the fall evening traveling to different firepits onsite with a new cocktail or mocktail in hand! We are officially releasing our new cocktail and mocktail menu with some delicious options for all ages!
Enjoy an evening in the corn maze as well as we will have extended hours and s'mores from 4-8 p.m.
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Live Music: Dueling Pianos | |
Saturday, September 28th
Begins at 8:00PM
Prairie's Edge Casino Resort
5616 Prairie's Edge Lane, Granite Falls, MN
Come sing along with ROCK IT MAN Dueling Pianos! Performing in the Prairie Tap House on Saturday, September 28 from 8:00 pm to Midnight | 18+ Free Event
They will play all your song requests from every decade and genre, and bring an interactive, engaging and hilarious music-comedy show that will keep you singing and laughing long into the night!
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Sing Us a Song...You're the Piano Man: Billy Joel Concert Series | |
Sunday, September 29th
Begins at 3:00PM
Schwans Community Center for the Performing Arts
400 Tiger Drive, Marshall, MN
Professional Musician and Showman Jim Witter and his group will bring all your favorite Billy Joel songs to life. Bring friends or family. Singing along is allowed!
Tickets for sale now! Concert Series tickets still available too. See poster for details!
There will be a will call table set up at the Schwan Center for people who haven’t picked up tickets, season or individual. If you are not able to stop in at MAFAC this week to pick up tickets, but you are going to the Jim Witter concert on Sunday, you will find your tickets at Will Call. Look for the sign. After Sunday, tickets will return to MAFAC.
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group | |
Wednesday, October 2nd
10:00AM to 11:30AM
Adult Community Center
107 S 4th Street, Marshall, MN
Are you a spouse, child, grandchild, friend, or community member that offers to help to others with dementia by making meals, bringing to the doctor, picking up medications, cleaning, etc. then you are a caregiver. This support group is a great opportunity for you to learn more about dementia and/or support you through the journey of dementia.
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Food Packing
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Wednesday, October 2nd
Begins at 6:30PM
Agape Fellowship
301 N High Street, Marshall, MN
Please join us for a food packing on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 PM. If you're interested, please reserve a slot here:
Volunteer Sign Up
If you sign up and are unable to make it, please be sure to text us at 507-401-5554 or email help@marshallfood4kids.org. Please stay home if you are feeling ill.
To sign up, select the "Sign Up" box and select “Save and Continue” at the very bottom of the page (you may need to dismiss the privacy/cookie popup to see the button). On the next page, choose the number of volunteers coming, enter your name and email, and select “Sign Up Now”. Please reply if you have any questions or have trouble signing up on the website.
All events will be held at Agape Fellowship, 301 N. High Street, Marshall. Use the side door facing N. Third St. and go downstairs.
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Building Inclusive Workplaces: Innovative Workforce Solutions in Southwest Minnesota | |
Friday, October 4th
Begins at 9:00AM
Key Largo
29 Valhalla Drive, Slayton, MN
Join us for the Building Inclusive Workplaces on Friday, October 4th! Contact one of the Southwest Minnesota Chamber Workforce Coalition Members for more info!
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Friday, October 4th
Begins at 6:00PM
Grace Life Church
601 East College Drive
Please RSVP by September 27th
Dinner is complimentary, our thank you to our supporters for your impact on Hope Harbor. Please feel free to register for and bring a guest who would be blessed to learn more about the ministry of Hope Harbor..
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Autism #SpreadLoveWithLocks | |
Saturday, October 5th
10:00AM to 12:00PM
Lyon County Law Enforcement Center
611 W Main Street, Marshall, MN
Come join Sheletta Makes Me Laugh to give away FREE interior combination door locks to keep kids with autism safe from wandering off! Balloon twists, face painting & an ice cream truck.
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Investment Impact: Angel Networks & Entrepreneurial Growth Luncheon | |
Tuesday, October 8th
10:30AM to 12:30PM
SMSU - Lower Conference Center
1501 State Street, Marshall, MN
Curious about angel investing? Join us to explore capital opportunities, discover insights from a new study, and participate in panel discussions on angel networks and investment funds. Hear success stories from entrepreneurs who thrived with early-stage support. Whether you're an investor, angel group leader, or community advocate, this event is for you. Expand your knowledge and connect with others passionate about business growth.
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2024 Chamber Coupon Books are Still for Sale!
The 2024 Chamber Coupon Books are still available! They include over 200 coupons (+34 NEW coupons) with $5,000+ in total savings! They are effective January 1st, 2024 and don't expire until December 31st, 2024.
Get yours today at the Chamber Office!
Learn More About Chamber Coupon Books
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Business News, Press Releases, Announcements & More! | |
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If you haven’t checked out the Promise Loan Program website recently, please do so: https://mn.gov/deed/business/financing-business/deed-programs/promise-loan/
This is a great program to provide funding for economic development projects in our region. Southwest Initiative Foundation has funding available for this program.
As defined by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED): An ‘Eligible Project’ means the development, redevelopment, demolition, site preparation, predesign, design, engineering, repair, land acquisition, relocation, or renovation of real property or capital improvements. Eligible project includes but is not limited to construction of buildings, infrastructure, related site amenities, landscaping, and street-scaping.
We are especially seeking interested projects that involve developers who are women; veterans; or Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
Additional restrictions and guidelines apply, as defined by the State of Minnesota. Please contact us if you would like to discuss a project, or to learn more about the program!
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Marshall and Southwest Minnesota State University are proud to host High School Section Football, Volleyball and Basketball games. Every year, 25+ Section games are hosted on the campus of SMSU, each game bringing thousands of regional fans to Marshall. If you’re interested in one of the following sponsorship levels, reach out to Devin Gorter at devin.gorter@smsu.edu. | |
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Just 8 Products Remaining! YOU Decide the Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota!
We're down to 8 incredible products vying to be named the inaugural Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota and YOU get to help choose! The fourth round of public voting opened Monday, September 23 at noon and runs until Sunday, September 29 at 11:59 p.m. Here are the rules for voting:
- You will be prompted to sign in with an email to ensure authenticity of votes and prevent automated bots.
- One vote per day on each matchup.
- Vote on any or all matchups each day.
- Round of 4 voting will begin Monday, September 30.
Click here to view all of the fourth round matchups, or see below to vote on specific matchups!
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Action Trackchair advances to 'Coolest Thing' top 8 | MARSHALL - A Marshall-made product has advanced through another round of competition in the contest to name the "Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota." This week, the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce announced that the Action Trackchair was voted one of the top 8 products in the contest. | | | |
Headlines from the Marshall Independent | |
Southwest Minnesota farmer chasing big lights of country music | MARSHALL - Performing under the spotlight in one capacity or another has always been Blake Schmitz's career aspirations, but it changed from competing in stadium lights to singing under stage lights. Schmitz, a local farmer from Currie, is making his way through the music industry as a growing country artist. | | | |
'Sink or swim' for Aquatic center | MARSHALL - After construction bids for a new Aquatic Center came in much higher than estimated, the city of Marshall was left looking at its options. This week, Marshall City Council members said it was important to keep the project moving. The council voted in favor of using a construction manager for the Aquatic Center [...] | | | |
Marshall turns to public on golf cart issue | MARSHALL - Marshall City Council members had mixed feelings on the idea of allowing golf carts to be driven on city streets. So, they're looking for the public's feedback. This week, council members voted to introduce ordinance amendments that would make it possible to drive golf carts on some Marshall streets. | | | |
Chamber Member Job Postings | |
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Action Manufacturing
- Welder
- Powder Coast Specialist
Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Human Resources Manager
- Office manager
Avera Marshall
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Long Term Care
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-term Care | Part-time, Benefits Eligible
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Nursing Home | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nursing Home | Part-Time, Benefits Eligible
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Nursing Home | Part-time, Benefits Eligible
- Radiology Technologist III - Part-Time Benefits Eligible
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Nursing Home | Part-time, Benefits Eligible
- Phlebotomist | PRN
- Radiology Technologist | Full-Time
- Optometrist | Full-Time
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) | Full-Time
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Long Term Care | PRN
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care | Part-time
- Echo/Vascular Technologist | PRN
- Patient Services Representative (PSR) | PRN (as needed)
- Radiology Technical Assistant (ARRT) | PRN (casual)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long Term Care | Full-Time
- Care Assistant - Home Health | Part-Time, Benefit Eligible
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long Term Care | Full-time
- Cook | Part-Time
- Chaplain | Full-time, Days
- Nurse Practitioner | Full-time
- Housekeeper | Full-time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Dialysis
- Patient Services Representative (PSR) - Full-time
- Patient Services Representative (PSR) - PRN (as needed)
- Nursing Clinical Internship (NCI) - Student
- Transporter | PRN, as needed
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Surgical Clinic | Part-Time
- Transporter | PRN, as needed
- Medical Assistant (MA) - Surgical Clinic | Part-Time
- Housekeeper | Full-Time, Days
- Housekeeper | Part-Time
- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - PRN
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Family Practice Clinic | Full-Time
- Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Practice Clinic | Part-Time
- Cook | Part-Time
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Marshall | Full-time
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - PRN
Boerboom Ag Resources
- Feed Delivery Driver
- Feed Mill Operator
- Pig Barn Caretaker - Grow/Finish
Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration
- Pipefitter
- Welder
- Commercial Refrigeration Installer
- HVAC-R Service Technician
Centrol Crop Consulting
- Soil Sampling Technician - Spring/Summer 2025 (MN & SD)
- Summer Field Scout - Spring/Summer 2025 (MN & SD)
First Interstate Bank
Hoffman & Brobst, PLLP
Johnson Family Dental
- Dental Hygienist
- Dental Assistant
- Administrative Assistant
Lyon County
- Lyon County Mechanic
- Lyon County Correctional Officer
- Assistant County Attorney
- Lyon County Correctional Officer
- Lyon County Mechanic
Marcus Construction
- Construction Superintendent
- Carpentry Field Coordination
- Commercial Wood Framing Project Manager
Marshall Public Schools
- Park Side Special Education Paraprofessional
- Substitute Paraprofessional
- Substitute Teacher
- Crossing Guard
Marshall Radio
- Radio & Social Media Content Creator
North Star Mutual Insurance Company
- Underwriting Technician - Farm Underwriting
- Assistant Underwriter - Personal Lines
- Policy Processing Technician - Personal Lines
- Assistant Claims Representative - Property/Casualty Claims
- Internal Auditor - Internal Audit
- Media & Communication Intern
- Risk/Claim Analyst Intern
- Underwriting Intern
- Claims Technician - Auto Claims
Painted Prairie Vineyard
Runnings
- Distribution Center 2nd Shift Supervisor - Marshall, MN
Schwan's Company
- Sanitation Supervisor - 3rd Shift
- Financial Analyst - Manufacturing
Sevita Health
- Program Supervisors
- Caregivers
Southwest Adult Basic Education
- Adult Basic Education Teacher
Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council
Southwest Tour & Travel
- Tour/Travel Planner
- Drivers - for Immediate Hire
State Farm Insurance - Andrew Suby
- Insurance Sales & Customer Service Position
SWWC Service Cooperative
- Special Education Paraprofessional
- Data Privacy Specialist
- Cybersecurity Program Architect
- Special Education Teacher
Today's Fireplace & Spa
United Community Action Partnership
- Public Transit Bus Driver - Marshall/Lyon County | Full & Part Time
US Bank
- Equipment Finance Commercial Banking Representative - Collections
- Equipment Finance Operations Processor | Part-Time
- Client Relationship Consultant 2 (Banker)/ Marshall, MN (30 hours per week)
Vander Ziel Tax & Accounting Service
- Staff Accountant/Tax Preparer
Western Equipment Finance
- Vehicle Title Administrator
Wildrose Home Care
- RN Case Manager | Part-Time & Full-Time
- Home Care Staffing Specialist
Wings Axe Company
Any Chamber Member Can Submit Job Postings!
Ask about your login by emailing chamber@marshallmn.org or call the Chamber at 507-532-4484.
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Chamber E-Connection Guidelines & Policies | |
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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.
Newsletter Policy
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.
Did you find any errors? It happens! Although we appreciate notice of a small error in the newsletter, we only send out a corrected e-mail if absolutely necessary.
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