19-Year-Old Driver Injured in Highway 19 Crash

Issue #179

17 Jan

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🗞️ 19-Year-Old Driver Injured in Highway 19 Crash

🗞️ Neighborhood Streets Near Avera Marshall to See $1.46M in Upgrades

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19-Year-Old Driver Injured in Highway 19 Crash

A single-vehicle crash on Highway 19 in Lyon County early Thursday morning resulted in injuries to a Tracy woman, the Minnesota State Patrol reported. Around 7:50 AM., a 2020 GMC Sierra traveling eastbound left the roadway and crashed.

The driver, identified as 19-year-old Madison Johnson of Tracy, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to the Marshall hospital for treatment.

Emergency response teams from the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, Marshall Fire Department, and North Memorial Ambulance provided assistance at the scene.

Neighborhood Streets Near Avera Marshall to See $1.46M in Upgrades

Marshall is moving forward with a $1.46 million construction project aimed at updating streets and utilities in a residential neighborhood ahead of a larger state reconstruction of College Drive.

The Marshall City Council held a public hearing this week to discuss plans for South Hill Street, South Minnesota Street, and Charles Avenue before unanimously approving the project to go out for bids.

The construction will span two residential blocks between South Whitney Street and South Minnesota Street, near Avera Marshall Medical Center.

The project includes rebuilding streets and replacing aging water, sewer, and storm sewer lines. The current infrastructure features small-diameter water mains and outdated piping, prompting the need for replacement.

The planned reconstruction will retain the center boulevard design implemented during recent work on South Whitney Street.

While the streets will be resurfaced with asphalt, two alleys in the project area will be paved with concrete. These alleys house water service lines for nearby homes, making a complete reconstruction necessary rather than patching.

City officials highlighted the urgency of completing this project before the Minnesota Department of Transportation begins a major reconstruction of Highway 19 (College Drive) in 2025 and 2026.

Aligning the timelines will help avoid overlap and ensure the area is prepared for the upcoming state project.

With the estimated project cost including contingencies and engineering fees, the council also voted to order the improvements and proceed with finalizing plans.

Upcoming Area Events

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Friday, January 17th
Saturday, January 18th
Monday, January 20th
Thursday, January 22nd

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Saturday, January 25th

  • 4 Person Puzzle Challenge at the Cottonwood Community Center starting at 1:00 PM

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  • Mid-Winter Community Celebration at The Rock: Dining and Events in Granite Falls from 5:30 - 9:00 PM

    • Social Hour with Appetizers, Silent Auction & Entertainment

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Wednesday, February 5th (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 Jane Nelson Como (507) 829-1143

Friday, February 7th

  • Valentine’s Day Artistry Spa Event at the Iverson Tree Farm in Belview from 4:00 - 7:00 PM

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    • Skincare assessment with suggested regiment, facial, massage, make up tutorial and snacks/refreshments!

    • Only $10 at the door

    • First 25 guests receive a free gift!

Saturday, February 8th
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Sunday, February 16th

  • Bingo at Echo, MN Community Center starting at 11:30 AM

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