Truck Breaks Through Ice on Del Clark Lake; Driver Escapes Safely

Issue #191

04 Feb

In this Marshall Area Insider issue…

☁️ Marshall, MN Weather - Cloudy with a high of 13

🗞️ Truck Breaks Through Ice on Del Clark Lake; Driver Escapes Safely

🗞️ Lyon County Responds to Immigration Policy Labeling

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Truck Breaks Through Ice on Del Clark Lake; Driver Escapes Safely

A vehicle plunged through the ice on Del Clark Lake near Canb on Sunday morning, leaving it submerged in approximately 30 feet of water. The driver managed to escape without injury and safely reunited with his group.

Authorities believe recent warm temperatures contributed to the ice weakening, making conditions hazardous. Recovery efforts are currently in progress to retrieve the sunken truck.

The area has been marked with traffic cones, and officials are urging the public to exercise extreme caution on frozen lakes, reminding everyone that no ice is ever entirely safe.

Lyon County Responds to Immigration Policy Labeling

Lyon County has been labeled an immigration “sanctuary county” by outside organizations, but local officials say they have never taken any action to justify that classification.

The designation appeared on lists compiled by groups such as the Center for Immigration Studies and America First Legal, both of which claim the county is not fully cooperative with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Sheriff Eric Wallen stated that the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office does cooperate with ICE when legally possible.

However, the department lacks the authority to enforce federal immigration laws or detain individuals solely for ICE without a judicial warrant or state criminal charges.

Wallen also noted that detaining individuals without legal grounds could expose the county to lawsuits, referencing a past legal case in Minnesota where a county was sued for holding inmates for ICE.

America First Legal published Lyon County’s contact information online and sent a letter warning that the county was at risk of violating federal law.

County Administrator Loren Stomberg confirmed receiving the letter but expressed confusion over the designation, emphasizing that Lyon County has never declared itself a sanctuary jurisdiction.

The controversy comes amid heightened national attention on immigration enforcement.

Federal agencies have not directly contacted Lyon County regarding any noncompliance, and officials maintain that their policies follow legal guidelines set by the state and courts.

Upcoming Area Events

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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

    • Enjoy a night of pampering at this open house style spa event

    • 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

  • Pre-Valentine’s Weekend Comedy Show at The Rock: Dining & Events in Granite Falls at 8:00 PM

    • Special Event with David Harris

  • Wood Lake Fire Department Fish Fry from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Wood Lake Community Club

Thursday, February 13th
Friday, February 14th
Saturday, February 15th
Sunday, February 16th

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

Saturday, February 22nd

  • 2025 Mustang Gold Rush Raffle at R/A Facility at SMSU social hour starting at 6:00 PM

    • Tickets are $100/ person which includes entry into the event & into the reverse raffle.

    • Enjoy live and silent auctions, along with casino games and a variety of other fun games.

      • The grand prize of $5,000 is awarded to the last remaining raffle ticket holder.

      • $2,000 is awarded to the second remaining ticket holder.

      • 3rd, 4th and 5th remaining ticket holders will each be awarded $1,000.

      • A $100 prize will be awarded seven other times during the raffle.

      • $500 will be awarded for the 350th ticket drawn.

Wednesday, February 26th

  • 2025 State of the City Address at Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) Upper Conference Center starting at 11:30 AM

    • Tickets are $20 for Chamber Members and $25 for Non-Chamber Members

    • Lunch included

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