Marshall Area Chamber Weekly News & Events Newsletter | |
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Save the Date!
Chamber 101
Tuesday, September 10th
8:00AM to 9:00AM
Marshall Chamber of Commerce
317 West Main Street, Marshall MN
Are you interested in learning how to make the most out of your membership or are you just curious as to what the Chamber can do for your business? Whether you are a brand new member, a longtime member or just want to learn more about membership this is the event for you!
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Women's Connect
SMSU Leadership Conference
Thursday, September 12th
8:00AM to 4:00PM
SMSU Upper Conference Center
1501 State Street, Marshall MN
This month, our event will take a pause to make way for the SMSU Women's Leadership Conference. In alignment with our mission to foster collaboration and mutual support, we encourage everyone to join us at the conference. This special day is dedicated to uniting women, empowering them to lead confidently, embrace their worth, and inspire a balanced, authentic life. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, grow, and lead with authenticity.
Stay tuned for October's event!
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Paid Family Medical Leave:
What you need to know
Monday, September 16th
2:00PM to 3:30PM
New Location!
SMSU Conference Center
1501 State Street, Marshall, MN
Starting Jan.1, 2026, Minnesota’s Paid Leave program will provide job protections and partial wage replacement to workers who need time off to care for themselves or a family member. Paid Leave will support your employees when they need it most and strengthen connections in our families, communities and workplaces to improve employee retention, performance and morale.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Young Professional
With the ICE DOGS!
Tuesday, September 17th
12:00PM to 1:00PM
Red Baron Arena
1651 Victory Drive, Marshall, MN
Come out to Young Professional and learn more about the Ice Dogs hokey team and how Marshall play a big part in there season! We will hear from Coach Ryan Theros, Associate Coach Dakota Bell and Director of Visit Marshall Cassi Weiss, as they share insights into the team’s journey and the community's role in their success
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Lunch and Learn
AI with Sarah Kuglin
Wednesday, September 25th
12:00PM to 1:00PM Ever
Spring Inn and Suites
1500 E College Dr. Marshall, MN
Join us for Lunch and Learn, a dynamic event where you'll explore the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Enjoy a delicious lunch while engaging with experts who will demystify AI, discuss its current applications, and explore its future impact on various industries. Don't miss this opportunity!
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BANNER AD SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR 2024!
Increase your business / organization exposure by advertising in the form of a banner ad in our Friday e-newsletter! This newsletter goes out to 1,800 people every week and is a great way to promote your business, an upcoming event or promotion & more. The banner ad also includes a link straight to your website / event.
Receive a discount if you book 4 weeks or more! Contact us today to inquire about availability & sign up for your spot now!
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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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Vietnam Veterans Presentaion Series | |
Monday, September 9th
Wednesday, September 11th
Starting at 6:00PM
Lyon Country Museum
301 W Lyon St, Marshall, MN
The Lyon County Museum is hosting a Vietnam Veterans Presentation Series on four days in early September. The Lyon County veterans, Ray Fox, Royal Hettling, Karl Porisch, and Rich Maurer will share about their military training, Vietnam service, and return from overseas.
The series schedule:
Tuesday, September 3: Ray Fox
Wednesday, September 4: Royal Hettling
Monday, September 9: Karl Porisch
Wednesday, September 11: Rich Maurer
All programs begin at 6:00 PM. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
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Friday, September 6th
Saturday, September 7th
Brau Brothers
1010 E. Southview Drive, Marshall, MN
Come out and enjoy music and local Brau Brothers beer! This year’s event will also feature Taar Bingo, the beer mile, a bouncy houses, a bean bag tournament, beer yoga, and Smash Club sampling. You won’t want to miss this big event!
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Monday, September 9th
6:00PM - 7:00PM
Marshall Area YMCA
200 S A Street, Marshall, MN
Join us at the YMCA to meet the Fairbanks Ice Dogs NAHL players, fun activities and prizes provided by the YMCA.
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St. Rose Academy Presentation | |
Tuesday, September 10th
Starting at 6:00PM
Lyon Country Museum
301 W Lyon St, Marshall, MN
Join us on Tuesday, September 10 at 6:00 PM to hear Anita Gaul and Janet Timmerman present on the St. Rose Academy Boarding School for American Indian Girls in Avoca
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Tiger Football - Home Opener | |
Friday, September 6th
Starting at 4:00PM
Regional Event Center SMSU
1501 State Street, Marshall, MN
4:00PM: Our freshman team will take the field vs. Willmar to get things started!
4:00PM-7:00PM: Food Trucks featuring Taqueria El Tarasco (Mexican food) and Maui Wowi (smoothies & coffee items).
6:40PM: Parent’s Night Introductions
7:00PM: Varsity takes the field vs. Willmar for the main event!
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Frost/Nixon Stage Reading | |
Monday, September 9th
Starting at 7:30PM
SMSU Fine Arts Theatre
1501 State Street, Marshall, MN
The first event of SMSU Theatre’s 57th season is a staged reading of FROST/NIXON by Peter Morgan, presented in partnership with the SMSU Center for Civic and Community Engagement, and in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Watergate scandal. This one-night-only event will be Monday, September 9 at 7:30 pm, in the SMSU Fine Arts Theatre. Admission is pay-what-you-can and seating is first-come, first-served. Free parking is available behind the Fine Arts Building.
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SHRA 2024 Legislative Session Update | |
Thursday, September 19th
Starting at 11:45PM
Marshall Golf Club
800 Country Club Dr. Marshall, MN
Please join Southwest Area Human Resources Association (SHRA) for their September Presentation, a 2024 Legislative Update provided by Attorney Cory Genelin of Gislason & Hunter LLC. This event will be held on Thursday, September 19th, at the Marshall Golf Club in Marshall from 11:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is $65 to attend.
Register today by signing up below - LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE, SO REGISTER SOON!
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Sunday, September 8th
Starting at 9:30PM
Regional Event Center SMSU
1501 State Street, Marshall, MN
All are welcome to kick off the school year with us at Rally Sunday on September 8! Due to growth, this year’s festivities will be held at the SMSU football field (Schwan’s Regional Event Center)!
Worship Service | 9:30 AM
• Backpack Blessing - Bring backpacks!
• Bible Sunday - Bibles given to 3-year-olds, 2nd graders, & 7th graders!
• Prayer over all Education Staff!
Food & Games | 10:45 AM to 12:30 PM
• Meal with fellowship!
• Activities like inflatables & face paint!
• Info & Signups for fall programs!
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Saturday, September 7th
Starting at 2:00PM
The Schwan Regional Event Center
1501 State Street, Marshall, MN
Ag Bowl is a celebration of agriculture in Minnesota and features numerous events for both kids and adults. The sponsors of this year's Ag Bowl include Ralco, Ace, Action Sports, Bremer Bank, CHS, Invenergy, Kibble Equipment, Minnesota/Lyon County Corn & Soybean Growers Association, Marshall Animal Clinic and Northwestern Farm Management.
The day begins at 2p.m. with a FREE youth football clinic hosted by the SMSU football team for kids in grades 1st through 6th grade.
Starting at 3p.m. Ag Bowl festivities continue with numerous activities including, a petting zoo, tractor displays, hayrides, ag related booths, mechanical bull riding, farm-themed inflatables. The Kids Pedal Pull also returns and will take place with registration starting at 3p.m.
The Ralco 'Food Zone' is back serving great food and beverages from 3p.m. to 5p.m. Hy-Vee, Chartwells, the SMSU Culinology Club and Lingen Dairy, have teamed-up to serve an incredible meal.
The day is capped by the SMSU football game versus Minot State University starting at 5 p.m. at Mattke Field at The Schwan Regional Event Center.
Proceeds generated by the Ag Bowl will fund scholarships and programming for worthy student-athletes and young people who will dedicate their careers to business success in agriculture, environmental science and the food industries.
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The Fall of Minneapolis
2024 Fall Banquet
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Monday, September 9th
Starts at 5:30PM
SMSU Conference Center
1501 State Street, Marshall, MN
Come join us for a night of celebration and community at the SMSU Conference Center. Meet like-minded individuals, enjoy great food, and listen to inspiring speeches. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to show your support for our local representatives of the Republican party, and our special guest Liz Collin. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with fellow conservatives and make a difference in Lyon County. See you there!
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Women's Leadership Conference
2024 Fall Banquet
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Thursday, September 12th
Starts at 8:00AM
SMSU Conference Center
1501 State Street, Marshall, MN
The Women’s Leadership Conference provides opportunities for women of all ages and stages in their lives and careers to connect in meaningful ways. The conference is designed to bring women together, encourage them to lead where they are, embrace their worthiness and potential, and be inspired to lead balanced lives full of purpose and authenticity. Our purpose with this conference is to empower our attendees to create camaraderie, build confidence, and strengthen connections. Join us for this uplifting day focused on you!
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Business News, Press Releases, Announcements & More! | |
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Are you interested in helping to develop young entrepreneurs in your community?
Lyon and Murray County CEO is in search of Mentors for our Young Professionals!
Mentors meet on the 2nd Friday of the month and help their mentee and other entrepreneurs in the group to launch their class and individual businesses.
If interested in learning more, please follow the link to fill out the form. The first meet and greet will be help September 13 at Iterro in Balaton.
https://forms.gle/iu4bAfFNrCb7mxqSA
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Headlines from the Marshall Independent | |
MARSHALL - Students heard cheers and received high-fives as they strolled into Southview Elementary School on Wednesday morning. Southwest Minnesota State University student athletes lined up in front of the school's front doors to welcome in the students on the first day of the 2024-25 school year. | | | |
SMSU holds conference to overview GOLD College fall session | MARSHALL - Southwest Minnesota State University held a welcoming conference to go over the fall class sessions for GOLD College on Wednesday afternoon. GOLD College is open to all adults with no specific required age or education level. There are two six-week sessions offered each year, in the fall and spring. | | | |
Leah Christianson knew she was up against some tough competition this year at the Minnesota State Fair. All season, she had been competing against many of the other exhibitors at the sheep show. Then the judge picked her ewe as one of the top sheep in the state. | | | |
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
Boerboom Ag Resources
Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration
- Pipefitter
- Welder
- Commercial Refrigeration Installer
- HVAC-R Service Technician
Centrol Crop Consulting
- Soil Sampling Technician - Spring/Summer 2025 (positions available in MN & SD)
- Summer Field Scout - Spring/Summer 2025 (positions available in MN & SD)
Hoffman & Brobst, PLLP
Johnson Family Dental
- Dental Hygienist
- Dental Assistant
Lyon County
- Assistant County Attorney
- Lyon County Mechanic Foreman
- Part-Time Correctional Officer
Marcus Construction
- Construction Superintendent
- Carpentry Field Coordination
- Commercial Wood Framing Project Manager
Marshall Public Schools
- Park Side Special Education Paraprofessional
- Special Education Teacher
- Substitute Paraprofessional
- Substitute Teacher
- Crossing Guard
- Southview Special Education Paraprofessional
- Part Time (0.4 FTE) Middle School Nurse
- Middle School Special Education Paraprofessional
New Horizons Crisis Center
North Star Mutual Insurance Company
- Underwriting Technician - Farm Underwriting
- Assistant Underwriter - Personal Lines
- Policy Processing Technician - Personal Lines
- Assistant Claims Representative - Auto Claims
- Assistant Claims Representative - Property/Casualty Claims
- Internal Auditor - Internal Audit
- Media & Communication Intern
- Risk/Claim Analyst Intern
- Underwriting Intern
Painted Prairie Vineyard
Runchey, Louwagie & Wellman
Sevita Health
- Program Supervisors
- Caregivers
Southwest Adult Basic Education
- Adult Basic Education Teacher
Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council
Southwestern Center for Independent Living
Today's Fireplace & Spa
Troy Deutz - Edina Realty Marshall
United Community Action Partnership
- Public Transit Bus Driver - Marshall/Lyon County - Full and Part Time
US Bank
- Equipment Finance Commercial Banking Representative - Collections
- Part Time Equipment Finance Operations Processor
Vander Ziel Tax & Accounting Service
- Staff Accountant/Tax Preparer
Wildrose Home Care
- Part-time and Full-time RN Case Manager
- Home Care Staffing Specialist
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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2024 Chamber Coupon Books for Sale!
Great news - the 2024 Chamber Coupon Books are here and sooner than ever before! 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 - find a list of organizations selling books with the link below!
Learn More About Chamber Coupon Books
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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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