Kwik Trip and Marshalls Set to Open in Marshall Amid City Growth

Issue #118

24 Oct

In this Marshall Area Insider issue…

🌧️ Marshall, MN Weather - Scattered showers with a high of 63

🗞️ Marshall Council Rejects Proposal for Golf Carts on City Streets Due to Safety Concerns

🗞️ Kwik Trip and Marshalls Set to Open in Marshall Amid City Growth

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Marshall Council Rejects Proposal for Golf Carts on City Streets Due to Safety Concerns

A proposal allowing golf carts on Marshall’s residential streets faced significant opposition during a public hearing, leading the city council to reject it.

Concerns were raised about the safety risks, especially related to traffic and visibility issues. The proposal sought to limit golf cart use to streets with speed limits under 30 mph and required safety equipment.

However, community members and council officials expressed concerns about the dangers posed by distracted drivers and semi-truck traffic.

Ultimately, the ordinance was voted down after safety was cited as a major factor.

Kwik Trip and Marshalls Set to Open in Marshall Amid City Growth

Marshall continues to grow with major development projects in 2024, including new businesses like a second Kwik Trip and a Marshalls store, which were highlighted during the Marshall Economic Development Authority (EDA) bus tours.

Kwik Trip is nearing completion and set to open later this November, while Marshalls is expected to open next spring in the former Shopko building.

These developments are significant as they will bring jobs to the area and stimulate local commerce, with Kwik Trip expected to serve a growing need for diesel access and Marshalls attracting shoppers from surrounding communities.

The EDA’s focus on housing development also aims to address Marshall’s increasing demand for residential units. Two planned apartment complexes could bring over 160 new units, including affordable family housing and senior housing projects. These initiatives support Marshall's long-term growth by increasing living options and creating new opportunities for home ownership.

In the industrial sector, the Solugen chemical plant project, though delayed, will be an essential part of Marshall's future economic landscape. Expected to resume development in 2026, Solugen will use dextrose from the ADM corn plant to create sustainable alternatives to petroleum products, strengthening Marshall’s position as an industrial hub.

On the job front, the upcoming closure of Yelloh’s (formerly Schwan’s) home delivery service will impact around 50 local employees. However, the EDA remains optimistic about reabsorbing displaced workers into the community.

Additionally, Schwan’s parent company continues to perform well, with over 650 employees remaining in Marshall, highlighting ongoing growth in nearby facilities.

The EDA’s proactive efforts, including public tours and transparent communication, ensure residents are informed about the city’s progress.

The tour allowed the community to not only see firsthand the development efforts underway but also hear accurate information regarding potential challenges and opportunities ahead.

With significant retail, housing, and industrial projects in motion, Marshall’s economic landscape is evolving, promising a prosperous future for the community.

Upcoming Area Events

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Thursday, October 24th

  • Democratic-Farmer-Labor Pop-Up Tent at Knudson-Bosley Park (HWY 14) from 5:00 - 8:00 PM

  • Moonlight Madness in Downtown Marshall starting at 7:00 PM

Friday, October 25th
Saturday, October 26th

Saturday, October 26th: Halloween - Trick or Treat Events

Sunday, October 27th
Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th (LAST TIME!)
Tuesday, October 29th
Wednesday, October 30th
Thursday, October 31st
Friday, November 1st
Saturday, November 2nd

  • Tyler Arts Council presents Holiday Boutique at the RTR School Gym from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Sunday, November 3rd
Wednesday, November 6th (first Wednesday of every month)

  • Dementia Caregiver Support Group from 10:00 - 11:30 AM at Adult Community Center in Marshall

    • Open to everyone, come when you can, no cost or obligation to attend, refreshments available

    • For questions contact Jamie Lanners (507) 828-8891

Thursday, November 7th
Saturday, November 9th

  • Lincoln County VFW Post #2980 in Ivanhoe, MN is hosting a Deer Hunter's Supper from 5:30 Pm - 8:00 PM

    • Menu: 8oz New York Strip Steak for $18.00 or Country Fried Steak with Country Gravy - $13.00. Both meals are served with a Lettuce Salad, Bake Potato, Green Beans & Dinner Roll.

    • The Post is located at 116 E. Saxon St. in Ivanhoe.

Sunday, November 10th
Saturday, November 16th

  • Fall Vendor Show at KB’s Ballroom in Ghent from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday, November 17th

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