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Minnesota Faces Record-High ATV Fatalities in 2024 with 30 Dead
Issue #152
In this Marshall Area Insider issue…
🌨️ Marshall, MN Weather - Light snow with a high of 8
🗞️ Semi-Truck and Van Collide Near Cottonwood
🗞️ Minnesota Faces Record-High ATV Fatalities in 2024 with 30 Dead
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Semi-Truck and Van Collide Near Cottonwood
A two-vehicle collision on Minnesota Highway 23 near Cottonwood on Friday evening left a Belview woman with non-life-threatening injuries.
The crash occurred around 4:22 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 23 and Lyon County Road 10.
The incident involved a northbound 1999 Peterbilt semi-truck and a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country.
The Chrysler, stopped at a stop sign on County Road 10, collided with the semi when one of the vehicles pulled into the intersection.
Emergency responders, including the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Cottonwood Fire Department, and Cottonwood Ambulance, arrived on the scene.
The driver of the Chrysler, a 76-year-old woman from Belview, was transported to Avera Granite Falls for medical attention.
The crash remains under investigation by the Minnesota State Patrol.
Minnesota Faces Record-High ATV Fatalities in 2024 with 30 Dead
Minnesota may face a record year for fatalities related to all-terrain vehicle (ATV) crashes, with 30 deaths already reported in 2024, according to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
The median age of those who lost their lives was 44, and the majority—23 fatalities—were male operators.
A significant number of these crashes occurred when ATVs were operated on public roads.
Incidents often involved rollovers or collisions with other vehicles, highlighting the risks associated with road use.
While ATV operation on roadways is regulated by local ordinances, more than 30 Minnesota counties and cities currently allow ATV use on certain roadsides.
With over 343,000 registered ATVs statewide, the DNR emphasizes the importance of adhering to safety guidelines and avoiding road use to mitigate accidents.
The DNR continues to promote safe practices to curb the rising trend of ATV-related fatalities as 2024 progresses.
Upcoming Area Events
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Wednesday, December 11th
Walnut Grove Children’s Christmas Party at the Walnut Grove Community Center from 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Friday, December 13th
‘Tis the Season Holiday Tasting Event at Tall Grass Liquor in Marshall from 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Try before you buy
Saturday, December 14th
Winter Wonderland at Rustic Iron Orchard from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Pictures with Santa
Shopping in the country store, hot chocolate, apple cider and free samples
Holiday Fun Day at the Museum at the Lyon County Museum in Marshall from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Santa & Mrs. Claus will be at the museum that day from 1:00 to 2:00 PM
Skate with Santa at the Red Baron Arena in Marshall starting at 12:00 PM
Santa’s Workshop (Craft & Vendor Show) at the Minneota Legion from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Planetarium Christmas & Light Show at the SMSU Planetarium
at 7:00 PMTickets are $5 and are sold at the door
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
Santa Day and Bingo in Echo Community Center
Meal begins at 11:30 AM
Santa arrives at 1:30 PM
Planetarium Christmas & Light Show at the SMSU Planetarium
at 2:00 PMTickets are $5 and are sold at the door
Liquid Nitrogen ice cream following
Monday, December 16th and Tuesday, December 17th
Visit with Santa at the Marshall-Lyon Country Library from 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, December 18th
Hope Harbor Christmas Open House at 219 N High Street in Marshall from 1:00 - 6:00 PM
Come and go as you please
Door prizes, house tours, tons of treats, hot chocolate and cider bar, Christmas carols, games, cookie decorating and lots of Christmas spirit.
No cost to attend, no registration required. Learn more at hopeharbormn.org.
Friday, December 20th
Run for a Claus (5k family friendly run) by Marshall Area YMCA at 5:30 PM
Planetarium Christmas & Light Show at the SMSU Planetarium
at 7:00 PMTickets are $5 and are sold at the door
Saturday, December 21st
Jingle Bingo at the Cottonwood Community Center, open at 6:00 PM, first call at 7:00 PM
Planetarium Christmas & Light Show at the SMSU Planetarium
at 7:00 PMTickets are $5 and are sold at the door
Winter Solstice Celebration at 647 Prentice St, Granite Falls, MN from 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Sunday, December 22nd
Planetarium Christmas & Light Show at the SMSU Planetarium
at 2:00 PMTickets are $5 and are sold at the door
Live reindeer at Volstead House Museum in Granite Falls starting at 1:00 PM
Meet Santa and get free reindeer food for your yard, so the reindeer can find your home 🦌
Saturday, December 28th
Dueling Pianos at Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort in Granite Falls starting at 8:00 PM
Join Marshall Festivals for their Colors of Winter ❄️ Holiday House Light Competition in Marshall to raise funds for Light Up the Night & Heart to Heart this holiday Season.
If you have a child between the ages of 10-16 and would like them put into consideration for this event, please fill in this form by December 4th.
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!
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