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Issue #288
In this Marshall Area Insider issue…
🌧️ Marshall, MN Weather - Cloudy with a high of 77
🗞️ Suspect in Deadly Attacks on Minnesota Lawmakers Captured After Two-Day Manhunt
🗞️ Marshall Sets Public Hearing on Broadmoor Valley Closure
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Suspect in Deadly Attacks on Minnesota Lawmakers Captured After Two-Day Manhunt
The man suspected in a deadly shooting spree that targeted Minnesota lawmakers has been arrested following a massive two-day manhunt involving dozens of law enforcement agencies.
Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, continue to recover at Mercy Hospital after being critically injured in a shooting at their Champlin home early Saturday morning.
Investigators say Vance Boelter, 57, is believed to have shot both victims multiple times before fleeing the scene.
Just hours later, Boelter allegedly targeted Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, at their home in Brooklyn Park. Officers responding proactively due to Hoffman’s status as a legislator arrived in time to witness the fatal shooting of Mark Hortman through an open doorway. Both Melissa and Mark were found deceased inside the home.
Authorities say Boelter posed as a police officer and arrived at both homes in a vehicle equipped with emergency-style lights. Investigators later recovered a cache of weapons from Boelter’s vehicle, including multiple AK-47-style rifles, a 9mm handgun, a ballistic vest, and a police-style badge.
A list of lawmakers’ names and addresses was also discovered, indicating the attacks may have been premeditated.
The manhunt for Boelter concluded Sunday evening in Sibley County, after a resident reported a trail camera image that appeared to show the suspect. Law enforcement responded swiftly, using drones and coordinating more than 20 SWAT teams in the area. Boelter was located and taken into custody without resistance.
Officials called the search the largest manhunt in Minnesota history, citing its scale and the number of agencies involved.
Boelter is now in custody at the Hennepin County Jail, facing two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of attempted second-degree murder.
He is being held on $5 million bail and is scheduled to appear in court Monday at 1:30 p.m. in Minneapolis.
The incident has sparked renewed concern about political violence, and both state and federal officials have pledged a thorough investigation into the suspect’s motives and actions.
Marshall Sets Public Hearing on Broadmoor Valley Closure
The city
Upcoming Area Events
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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
Western Fest PRCA Stampede Rodeo in Granite Falls
starting each night at 7:00 PM
Gates open at 5:30 PM
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
Friday, July 4th
4th of July Celebration at Independence Park in Marshall starting at 5:30 PM
St. John Cantius 4th of July Celebration in Wilno, MN
Wilno is located 3 miles north of Ivanhoe on County Hwy 5 & 1/2 mile east on County Hwy 17.
The day begins with Mass at 10:00am, a delicious Turkey Dinner will all the trimmings will be served from 10:30am to 1:00pm.
Live music by the Midwest Cowboys, Bingo, outdoor games,
Lunch stand with Lingen's Dairy Ice Cream. Pie + More auction at 1:30pm, Kiddie Tractor Pull at 2:30pm, Cash Raffle at 4:30pm.
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
Friday, July 11th - Sunday, July 13th
Murray County Classic Draft Horse Show at Murray County Fair Grounds
Thursday, July 17th
Marshall Crazy Days - Downtown Marshall starting at 7:00 AM
Tuesday, September 30th and Wednesday, October 1st
Tall Cop Says Stop Event - September 30, 2025 from 6:15–7:30 PM at Pipestone Performing Arts Center in Pipestone
Tall Cop Says Stop Event - October 1, 2025 from 6:15–7:30 PM at Marshall High School Theater in Marshall
RSVP by contacting Jennifer Nelson at [email protected] or 507-532-1243
Special Community Events
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)
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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