Balaton Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Fairfax

Issue #247

22 Apr

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🗞️ Green Valley’s St. Clotilde Church Sold After Years of Inactivity

🗞️ Balaton Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Fairfax

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Green Valley’s St. Clotilde Church Sold After Years of Inactivity

The former Church of St. Clotilde in Green Valley, which has not hosted worship services for several years, has officially been sold.

Although no longer in use as a parish site, members of the faith community have continued to hope the property would take on a new role within the local area.

Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall announced on social media this week that the sale of the church building and its surrounding property had been finalized.

The property had been listed for sale since January.

SW MN Properties, led by Jordan Handeland, purchased the site, though plans for its future use have not yet been disclosed.

Historical records indicate that a church has existed at the site—located near the intersection of Minnesota Highway 23 and Lyon County Road 8—since at least 1917. The current structure dates to 1959, and a building addition, including a lift, was completed in 2011.

Over its history, St. Clotilde was affiliated with several Catholic parishes in the area, including St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Cottonwood.

These partnerships eventually formed a larger area faith community that included churches in Marshall, Tracy, and Milroy.

Masses ceased at St. Clotilde approximately four years ago. After discussion among parishioners and leadership, the decision was made to sell the property.

While there is a sense of loss associated with the church’s closure, members of the community have expressed hope that the site will continue to benefit Green Valley in a new capacity.

Proceeds from the sale, after necessary expenses, will be directed to the operating fund for the St. Clotilde Cemetery.

Several significant items from the church—including the bell, a concrete statue of the church’s namesake, and the building’s cornerstone—will be relocated to the cemetery.

Other religious items from within the church have already been distributed to new locations.

Balaton Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Fairfax

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A Balaton resident was injured in a two-vehicle collision that occurred Wednesday evening in Renville County, according to information from the Minnesota State Patrol.

The crash took place at around 7:00 PM, when a 2022 Infiniti QX60 heading north on Highway 4 and a 2015 Buick Enclave traveling west on Highway 19 collided.

The driver of the Buick, a 23-year-old Balaton woman, sustained injuries that were not life-threatening.

She was transported to CentraCare Hospital in Redwood Falls for treatment.

The driver of the Infiniti, a 56-year-old man from Montrose, was not injured in the crash.

Emergency response at the scene included personnel from the Fairfax Police Department, Fairfax Fire Department, and Fairfax Ambulance.

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Friday, April 25th
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Tuesday, April 29th

  • Hope Harbor's Dessert Frenzy at 5:30 P.M. in the Upper Room in Marshall

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Wednesday, April 30th and Thursday, May 1st

  • GIVEAWAY Garage Sale on the parking lot at First Lutheran in Marshall from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    • 100 Church Street Marshall

    • This is a GIVEAWAY, FREE garage sale. All items will be unmarked.

    • We ask that people take only what they need and can use.

    • If you wish to make a donation, they will be accepted for Shetek Lutheran Bible Camp.

Monday, May 5th

  • Marshall Area Cancer Support Group Meetings at Living Word Lutheran Church in Marshall at 6:00 PM

    • For patients, survivors, and caregivers looking for support

Wednesday, May 7th (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

Thursday, May 8th - Saturday, May 10th

  • Spring 2025 Rummage Sale in Cottonwood

Saturday, May 10th
Saturday, May 17th

  • Made in Minnesota Craft Beer & Wine Festival at the Red Baron Arena in Marshall from 3:00 - 6:00 PM

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