Icy Roads Cause Crash on Highway 19; Tracy Teen Injured

Issue #158

19 Dec

In this Marshall Area Insider issue…

🌨️ Marshall, MN Weather - Snow showers with a high of 29

🗞️ Marshall City Moves Forward with 9.8% Levy Hike, Lyon County Opts for 4.2%

🗞️ Icy Roads Cause Crash on Highway 19; Tracy Teen Injured

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Marshall City Moves Forward with 9.8% Levy Hike, Lyon County Opts for 4.2%

Both the City of Marshall and Lyon County have finalized their budgets and levy increases for 2025, addressing rising costs and financial challenges while focusing on key priorities like public safety and infrastructure.

Marshall City Budget and Levy

The Marshall City Council approved a 9.8% levy increase, bringing the total levy to $9.87 million.

This increase will help cover rising health insurance and personnel costs, including funding for two new full-time positions in the Marshall Police Department.

The decision also marks a shift away from the city’s fleet rental program with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which had not met expectations.

Council members emphasized the importance of supporting public safety and addressing compensation adjustments for law enforcement personnel.

While acknowledging the steep increase, officials stated that the levy would position the city to better manage future budgets.

Lyon County Budget and Levy

Lyon County Commissioners approved a 4.2% levy increase, adding $681,000 to the county’s total net levy of $16.9 million for 2025. To balance the budget, approximately $325,000 from the county’s General Fund will also be utilized.

The county’s budget faced challenges, including reduced interest revenue.

However, officials noted that interest rates are stabilizing, and opportunities to refinance bonds for the Lyon County Government Center could provide additional financial relief.

The levy increase also supports essential funds such as general revenue, road and bridge, and health and human services.

Both the city and county have acknowledged the complexities of budgeting in a challenging economic environment, highlighting the need to balance current needs with long-term fiscal responsibility.

Icy Roads Cause Crash on Highway 19; Tracy Teen Injured

A 17-year-old from Tracy sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a single-vehicle accident on Highway 19 in Lyon County Tuesday afternoon.

The incident occurred around 1:49 PM when a 2004 Buick LeSabre, heading eastbound, lost control on icy road conditions. The vehicle veered off the roadway into a ditch, resulting in the crash.

Emergency responders, including the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Marshall Fire and Rescue, and North Ambulance, assisted at the scene. The injured driver was transported to the Marshall hospital for medical attention.

Upcoming Area Events

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Friday, December 20th
Saturday, December 21st
Sunday, December 22nd

  • Planetarium Christmas & Light Show at the SMSU Planetarium
    at 2:00 PM

    • Tickets 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
Sunday, January 5th
Wednesday, January 8th (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

Friday, January 17th

  • 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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