19-Year-Old Injured in Highway 75 and County Road 9 Collision

Issue #141

26 Nov

In this Marshall Area Insider issue…

⛅ Marshall, MN Weather - Partly cloudy with a high of 28

🗞️ Sheriff’s Office Warns of Rising Phone Scams in Lyon County

🗞️ 19-Year-Old Injured in Highway 75 and County Road 9 Collision

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Sheriff’s Office Warns of Rising Phone Scams in Lyon County

The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is raising awareness about a recent increase in fraudulent phone calls targeting residents.

Scammers are impersonating government officials or business representatives, claiming the victim owes a debt and pressuring them to make payments using unconventional methods such as gift cards, iTunes credits, or PayPal funds.

After convincing the victim to purchase gift cards, the scammers instruct them to provide the numbers from the back of the cards, granting the criminals instant access to the money.

Authorities stress that legitimate government agencies or businesses never request payments via gift cards or similar methods.

In some instances, scammers stay on the phone while the victim travels to make the purchase—a tactic officials identify as highly suspicious and indicative of a scam.

Residents are urged to remain cautious, particularly older individuals who are often targeted by these schemes. Families are encouraged to discuss these scams to help protect vulnerable relatives.

If you receive a call that seems questionable, the Sheriff’s Office advises contacting them directly for assistance.

The guiding principle remains clear: if a demand for payment seems unusual or out of the ordinary, it’s likely a scam.

19-Year-Old Injured in Highway 75 and County Road 9 Collision

A collision between a car and a tractor on Saturday afternoon in Lincoln County resulted in non-life-threatening injuries for a Lake Benton resident.

The crash occurred at approximately 4:03 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 75 and County Road 9.

According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a 2000 Pontiac Bonneville traveling southbound on Highway 75 and a 2000 John Deere tractor traveling eastbound on County Road 9 collided in a "T-bone" crash after one of the vehicles reportedly failed to stop at the intersection.

The Pontiac's driver, 19-year-old Kaden Lingen of Lake Benton, was injured and transported to Tyler hospital for treatment.

The tractor’s driver, 20-year-old John Wipf, also from Lake Benton, was uninjured.

Emergency assistance was provided by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Lake Benton Fire and First Responders, and Tyler Ambulance.

Authorities continue to investigate the incident.

Upcoming Area Events

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Thursday, November 28th
Friday, November 29th

  • Light Up The Night takes place at Independence Park in Marshall from 5:00 - 9:00 PM every night. Starting November 29 through January 1st. Enjoy this beautiful Winter Wonderland!

Saturday, November 30th
Sunday, December 1st
Tuesday, December 3rd
Wednesday, December 4th (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, December 5th
Saturday, December 7th

  • Christmas in the Village in Montevideo from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    • Vendors, Crafters, Bake Sale, Candy Sale, Gift Shop, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Santa and so much more…

    • Admission: adults - $8, Kids 5+ $5, kids 4 and under are free

  • SMSU Holiday Revels at the Schwans Community Center For The Performing Arts in Marshall starting at 3:00 PM

  • Bazaar and Danish-inspired bake sale at the historic Danebod campus in Tyler, MN starting at 2:00 PM

    • Address: 140 Danebod Court, Tyler, MN.

    • Afternoon coffee and three-meat supper at 4:00 PM followed by local entertainment and singing Christmas carols

    • For questions, take out meal reservations, or overnight accommodations please email [email protected] by December 5.

Sunday, December 8th
Saturday, December 7th and Sunday, December 8th

  • 2024 Canby Hometown Holidays

    • Saturday, December 7th

      • Christmas Cookie / Candy Sale at St. Peter’s Catholic Church 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

      • Holiday Movie: The Santa Clause 2 FREE Admission at Canby Theatre starting at 2:00 PM

      • Free Bowling For Kids at Lancaster Lanes & Event Center from 12:00 - 4:00 PM

        • 1 free game per person

      • Roller Skating at Canby High School (Old Gym) from 4:00 - 6:00 PM ($5 per kid)

    • Sunday, December 8th

      • Craft & Vendor Fair and Scotty Biggs BBQ Food Truck at former Schott’s building from 12:00 - 4:00 PM

      • Santa Clause Appearance at the Canby Theatre from 2:00 - 5:30 PM

      • Believe in Magic at the Wellness Center Building Conference Room from 3:00 - 5:00 PM

      • Kids Shopping Mall at Canby Community Center from 3:00 - 5:00 PM

      • Free Hot Chocolate, Coffee & Candy in downtown Canby starting at 5:00 PM

      • Living Nativity on the corner of Saint Olaf Ave and 2nd Street at 5:30 PM

      • Parade of Lights in downtown Canby starting at 6:00 PM

      • Tree Lighting following the parade at Lake Sylvan

      • Fireworks Display following the parade at Lake Sylvan

Saturday, December 14th
Friday, December 13th - Sunday, December 15th

  • Prairie Dance Alliance presents: The Nutcracker 

    • At the Schwan Community Center for the Performing Arts, Marshall Senior High School

    • Friday, December 13 at 7:00 PM

    • Saturday, December 14 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM

    • Sunday, December 15 at 1:00 PM

Sunday, December 15th
Monday, December 16th and Tuesday, December 17th
Friday, December 20th
Saturday, December 21st
Sunday, December 22nd

  • St. Mary’s Pie Event

    • Purchase or gift a Tracy St. Mary's Pie's for Thanksgiving!

    • 9" unbaked, frozen pies at $12.00 each (Flavors: Apple, Carmel Apple, Blueberry, Cherry, Peach, Pumpkin, Rhubarb Custard & Strawberry Rhubarb)

    • 9” baked, then frozen Pecan pie is $14.00.

    • Call 507 629-3252 to order by November 22.

    • Gift cards are available. St. Mary's Pies are sold all year around.

  • Holiday Cheer Baskets by Marshall Area Dementia Awareness Network

  • The Colors of Winter: Holiday House Decorating Contest

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