Giving Back: Thanksgiving Community Meals Across the Region

Issue #142

27 Nov

In this Marshall Area Insider issue…

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🗞️ Giving Back: Thanksgiving Community Meals Across the Region

🗞️ Preparations Begin for Major Highway 19 Revamp in Marshall

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Giving Back: Thanksgiving Community Meals Across the Region

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones, and many residents in the Marshall area are preparing to share holiday meals with their neighbors.

In Marshall, a dedicated group of volunteers is working hard to bring the annual community Thanksgiving meal to life at Grace Life Church.

Over 100 volunteers contribute their time and effort to make this meal a success, from peeling hundreds of pounds of potatoes to setting tables and delivering meals to homebound individuals.

The dinner will be served on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the fellowship and worship center at Grace Life Church.

Preparation for this event begins long before the holiday, with fresh vegetables like corn and squash grown over the summer featured in the meal.

As Thanksgiving week unfolds, volunteers handle everything from pie donations to meal preparation and delivery.

Community Thanksgiving meals are not limited to Marshall. Several nearby towns are also hosting events:

  • Canby: First Presbyterian Church will host a meal from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with free-will donations supporting community initiatives.

  • Minneota: Bethel Fellowship Church will serve a family-style meal at noon. Reservations are preferred but not required.

  • Tracy: Tracy Alliance Church will offer a meal from noon to 1 p.m. Donations are not needed.

  • Tyler: Tyler Alliance Church will hold its meal at noon, with seating starting at 11:30 a.m. Reservations can be made by calling 507-247-3824.

These events highlight the spirit of gratitude and giving, as local communities come together to ensure everyone has a place to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal.

Preparations Begin for Major Highway 19 Revamp in Marshall

A significant reconstruction project on Minnesota Highway 19 in Marshall is moving forward, prompting several legal notices in recent editions of the Independent.

The notices detail the condemnation of land within the highway’s right-of-way, a necessary step for obtaining temporary easements for the project, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT).

These easements are essential for construction activities such as building sidewalks and driveway entrances.

The Highway 19 reconstruction project, spanning from Marlene Street to the intersection of East College Drive and North Bruce Street, is planned in two phases and will take place over two years, starting in 2025.

Phase one will focus on the section from Marlene Street to East College Drive and Main Street, and will include the construction of a roundabout near the National Guard Armory at the intersection of College Drive, South Second Street, and Country Club Drive.

The project affects 100 parcels of land along College Drive.

Of these, 39 parcels are undergoing the condemnation process to secure temporary easements. Under Minnesota law, the state can acquire property for public purposes such as highway projects.

Property owners are compensated either through direct purchase or via a condemnation process.

In cases of condemnation, a court appoints commissioners to determine the value of the property being acquired.

On Nov. 22, legal notices for the Highway 19 project were published, outlining petitions to condemn parts of these properties. Remote hearings on the petitions are scheduled for Feb. 5 in Lyon County District Court.

This project marks a major step in improving infrastructure in Marshall, aiming to enhance traffic flow and safety on Highway 19.

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
Monday, December 2nd
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

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