Voter Turnout Dips in Lyon County as Fischbach Takes Primary Win

Issue #068

15 Aug

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🌧️ Marshall, MN Weather - Scattered thunderstorms with with a high of 77

🗞️ Voter Turnout Dips in Lyon County as Fischbach Takes Primary Win

🗞️ Downtown Renovation Costs Spark Debate at Marshall City Council

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Voter Turnout Dips in Lyon County as Fischbach Takes Primary Win

The recent primary election results in Lyon County brought no surprises, with U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach solidly leading her Republican opponent, Steve Boyd.

According to the Lyon County Auditor's Office, Fischbach secured a commanding share of the local votes, a trend consistent with her strong performance statewide, where she captured over 64% of the vote with most precincts reporting.

Voter turnout in Lyon County saw over 1,500 participants, casting ballots to narrow down candidates in two federal races: a U.S. Senate seat and the Congressional District 7 race. Fischbach received 732 votes in the county, while Boyd garnered 341. In the DFL primary for CD7, AJ Peters ran unopposed.

In the DFL primary for the U.S. Senate, Sen. Amy Klobuchar was the clear favorite among Lyon County voters, receiving the most votes.

The Republican primary was more varied, with Joe Fraser receiving the highest number of votes, followed by other candidates with lesser totals.

Overall, 1,083 Republican ballots and 499 DFL ballots were cast in the county, reflecting a lower turnout compared to previous years, likely due to the absence of major statewide or local contests drawing significant attention.

Downtown Renovation Costs Spark Debate at Marshall City Council

The Marshall City Council recently addressed the special assessment for a downtown property affected by the North Third Street reconstruction project.

Property owner Dereck Deutz voiced concerns over the $39,000 assessment, citing its impact on his business renovation plans.

Despite his request for a reduction, the council voted 6-1 to approve the full assessment.

Council members emphasized that altering Deutz’s assessment would require adjustments across all properties involved in the project, which they were unwilling to do.

The assessment covered costs for streetscaping, street improvements, and utility services, with the majority of the expense related to enhancements on North Third Street.

The overall reconstruction project, which cost over $4.38 million, included more than $523,000 in assessments for benefiting property owners.

These assessments will be repaid over eight years with a 5.27% interest rate. The council acknowledged Deutz’s concerns but upheld the assessment to maintain fairness and consistency across all impacted properties.

Upcoming Area Events

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Thursday, August 15th

  • Thursdays on 3rd in Marshall from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

  • Artist Reception at Berge Building in Granite Falls from 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Wednesday, August 14th - Sunday, August 18th

  • Lyon County Fair in Marshall, MN

  • Thursday, August 15th

    • Wanda the Clown at 1:00- 3:00 PM and 4:00 - 6:00 PM

    • Pedal Pull – NEW DAY! 5:00 PM

    • PRCA Rodeo at 7:00 PM

    • Maiden Dixie starting at 8:30 PM

  • Friday, August 16th

    • Wanda the Clown at 1:00- 3:00 PM and 4:00 - 6:00 PM

    • The Steamers Thrill Show at 1:30 – 2:00 PM, 4:00 – 4:30 PM, and 6:30 – 7:00 PM

    • PRCA Rodeo at 7:00 PM

    • Maiden Dixie starting at 8:30 PM

  • Saturday, August 17 - Senior Citizen’s Day at the Lyon County Fair in the Hoop Barn starting at 10:30 AM

    • Special Presentation by Quilts of Valor

    • Awards for MWA Hometown Hero, Veterna Award and Lyon County Outstanding Citizen Awards

    • Music: Vocalist Kash Richards & Boulder Estates Choir

    • Bingo with cash prizes sponsored by Hill Street Place

    • Digital Photo Booth & Props

    • Route 68 Big Band at 12:30 PM

    • Demolition Derby at 7:00 PM

    • THE HYPE! at 10:00 PM

  • Sunday, August 18th

    • Wanda the Clown at 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    • Master Gardeners Plant Sale at 11:00 AM

    • Burger Feed at Barrels and Arrows Hoop Barn from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    • The Steamers Thrill Show at 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM and 2:00 – 2:30 PM

    • American Legion Bingo at 1:00 PM

Friday, August 16th - Saturday, August 17th

  • Echo Days at the Echo Lions Park in Echo, MN

    • Friday, August 16th

      • Show and Shine Car Show, Registration 4:30 PM, Show begins at 5:00 PM

      • Echo Legion Burger Stand and Beer Garden - 5:00 PM

      • Bingo in the Park - 7:00 PM

    • Saturday, August 17th

      • 5k Walk / Run, 8:00 AM start

      • Kids Events - all day

      • Medallion Hunt - clues given throughout the day

      • The Zoo Man - shows at 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM

      • Larry Olson Band, Community Center, 2:00 - 4:30 PM

      • Vendors in the Park, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

      • Little Scrappers Pedal Pull

        • Registration 3:30 PM - Start: 4:00 PM

      • Grand Parade, 5:00 PM

      • Annual Hog Roast Meal, 4:00 - 7:00 PM

      • Two Rivers Entertainment, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Monday, August 19th - Wednesday, August 21st

  • Wood Lake Fair in Wood Lake, MN

    • Coloring Contest, pick up coloring sheets at the City Office starting August 1st, coloring sheets to be turned in by August 19th between 5:30 and 7:30 PM

    • Scavenger Hunt: Monday - Wednesday

    • Wednesday, August 21st

      • Kiddie Parade, line up 5:45 PM, start 6:00 PM

      • Grand Parade, 6:30 PM

Thursday, August 22nd - Sunday, August 25th

  • Sounds of Summer, Marshall MN

Wednesday, August 21st - Saturday, August 24th
Thursday, August 22nd

  • Car Cinema – The Last Unicorn at the Marshall-Lyon County Library starting at 8:30 PM

Friday, August 23rd

  • Marshall Aquatic Park Ceremonial Groundbreaking at 6:00 PM

    • 101 West Saratoga Street near the corner of Saratoga and West College Drive, adjacent to Schwan’s Corporate Headquarters

Saturday, August 31st
Wednesdays in August and September

  • Farmers Market in Granite Falls at the Riverwalk from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Saturdays, starting July 6th - October
Friday, September 6th - Sunday, September 8th

  • Minneota Boxelder Bug Days

Monday, September 9th

  • Lyon County Republicans Fall Banquet with Guest Speaker Liz Collin at the SMSU Conference Center starting at 5:30 PM - for more information visit the Lyon County Republican Facebook Group

Friday, September 13th

  • Car Cinema: Road Less Traveled at the Marshall-Lyon County Library starting at 8:30 PM

Thursday, September 12th - Monday, September 16th
Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September 15th

  • Picker’s Paradise Fall Show at the Red Baron Arena & Expo in Marshall

    • Saturday hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    • Sunday hours: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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