BCA Investigates Deadly Police Shooting Following Domestic Call in Paynesville

Issue #278

04 Jun

In this Marshall Area Insider issue…

🌤️ Marshall, MN Weather - Mostly sunny with a high of 74

🗞️ $2.48M MnDOT Project to Improve Visibility, Lane Safety

🗞️ BCA Investigates Deadly Police Shooting Following Domestic Call in Paynesville

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$2.48M MnDOT Project to Improve Visibility, Lane Safety

Motorists traveling on Highways 23 and 7 should anticipate minor delays starting June 9, as a pavement marking project gets underway.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is initiating the work as part of routine safety upgrades across the region.

The project includes the installation of centerline rumble strips and in-ground wet reflective striping. On the four-lane section of Highway 23 south of Marshall, crews will also add shoulder rumble strips.

These enhancements are designed to meet current safety standards by improving lane visibility and helping to prevent vehicles from unintentionally leaving the roadway.

Work will be completed in stages, beginning with Highway 23 from north of Marshall to south of Cottonwood, followed by the stretch from Russell to Marshall. Crews will then move to Highway 7 between Montevideo and Clara City.

During the project, drivers can expect temporary lane closures, flaggers, and slow-moving equipment. The work is expected to take approximately 20 working days, weather permitting.

MnDOT encourages drivers to use caution in work zones, reduce speed, and plan for additional travel time.

The $2.48 million project is being completed by Surface Preparation Technologies, LLC, and is part of MnDOT’s ongoing efforts to improve road safety throughout Minnesota.

BCA Investigates Deadly Police Shooting Following Domestic Call in Paynesville

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The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is conducting an investigation into a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Monday night in Paynesville following a report of domestic violence.

Authorities responded to a residence on the 600 block of Stearns Avenue around 9 p.m. after receiving a call about a domestic disturbance involving an armed man and a woman. The woman was able to leave the home safely and reported having suffered minor injuries to her head and neck.

Upon arrival, officers from the Paynesville and Cold Spring police departments, along with the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office, found the man barricaded in the basement. Officers gave verbal commands for him to surrender. During the ensuing encounter, shots were fired.

Despite efforts to administer lifesaving aid, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. A firearm was recovered, and investigators are working to determine who discharged the fatal shot.

The incident was captured on body camera footage. The BCA has taken over the investigation as part of standard protocol in officer-involved shootings.

Upcoming Area Events

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Wednesday, June 4th (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

  • Ramsey Park Jamboree at Ramsey Park Campground Area in Redwood Falls from 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Thursday, June 5th

  • Makers Market in Granite Falls from 5-8 PM, with live music by Clark Machtemes

Saturday, June 7th
Monday, June 9th

  • The History and Significance of Juneteenth at the Marshall-Lyon County Library at 6:30 PM

Thursday, June 12th
Friday, June 13th
Saturday, June 14th

  • Ribfest in Echo, MN at Echo Community Park

    • Rib meal will be ready ay 4:00 PM

  • Lucan Pretzel Days in the Lucan City Park

    • all day Saturday

    • Enjoy Bounce houses, petting zoo, kids pedal pull, firemans breakfast feed, lions bbq supper friday night. Baseball tournament and more

  • Movie Club: classic movie screening with snacks and discussion at the Marshall-Lyon County Library at 11 AM

Tuesday, June 17th

  • Walk for Memories – Dementia Awareness Event at Marshall Area YMCA from 4:00 to 7:00 PM

    • What to Wear: Purple, to show support for dementia awareness

    • Free to attend, no registration needed

    • First 200 attendees get a swag bag

    • Includes vendor booths, live music, giveaways, drawings, and food for purchase

    • T-shirts available for sale

    • Donations: Free-will donations accepted, benefiting the Marshall Area Dementia Awareness Network (checks payable to A.C.E. of SW MN)

    • More Info: Visit the Facebook pages for Marshall Area Dementia Awareness Network, Act on Alzheimer’s Marshall, or A.C.E. of SW MN – Lyon/Lincoln County

    • Contact: Jane Nelson Como at 507-829-1143 for questions.

Tuesday, June 17th - Thursday, June 19th

  • MADAN's Dementia Awareness Week Hosted by: Boulder Creek Assisted Living (Memory Care)

    • Event: Virtual Dementia Tours (by appointment only) from 11 AM - 3 PM

    • To Schedule: Call Jan at 507-929-1234

Wednesday, June 18th

  • Poet Cassie Williams at the Marshall-Lyon County Library at noon

Thursday, June 19th - Saturday, June 21st
Saturday, June 21st

  • Marshall Area Stage Company's 2025 Summer Musical "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" at 2pm

Sunday, June 22nd

  • Marshall Area Stage Company's 2025 Summer Musical "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" at 2pm

Monday, June 23rd

  • Marshall Area Stage Company's 2025 Summer Musical "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" at 7 PM

Thursday, June 26th

  • The Spoon Man Entertainer at the Marshall-Lyon County Library at 10:30 AM

  • Marshall Area Stage Company's 2025 Summer Musical "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" at 7 PM

Friday, June 27th

  • Marshall Area Stage Company's 2025 Summer Musical "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" at 7 PM

Sunday, June 28th

  • Marshall Area Stage Company's 2025 Summer Musical "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" at 2pm

Sunday, June 29th

  • Marshall Area Stage Company's 2025 Summer Musical "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" at 2pm

Thursday, July 3rd

  • Makers Market in Granite Falls from 5-8 PM, with live music

Thursday, July 10th

  • Ivanhoe Community Pork Chop Feed Fundraise at Gilson Field in Ivanhoe

    • Serving from 5 to 7:30 PM or until gone

    • Free Will Donation

    • All proceeds will go to Lincoln County Relay for Life & American Cancer Society

    • Menu: Pork Chops, Baked Beans, Macaroni & Cheese, Ice Cream, Pop & Water

  • SAIL: Stay Active & Independent For Life brought to you by A.C.E. of SW MN

    • a total of 24 classes every Tuesday and Thursday

    • from April 29 - July 17 from 9:30 - 10:30 AM at the YMCA in Marshall

  • Vacation Bible School (VBS)

    • Swan Lake Evangelical Free Church - June 8-March 12

    • VBS at Living Word in Marshall - June 1 - 4

    • VBS at Echo Alliance Church - June 15-19 from 6:30 - 7:45 PM

      • SCUBA: Diving into Friendship with God

      • Registration is at 6 PM on Sunday June 15th

      • Pre-K through 5th/ 6th grade

      • Parents are welcome to sit in with their kids or join the adult class during that time.

      • For more information call Pastor Marty at 507-925-4176

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