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Clara City Man Airlifted, Montevideo Woman Killed in Interstate Crash
Issue #313
In this Marshall Area Insider issue…
⛈️ Marshall, MN Weather - Scattered thunderstorms with a high of 86
🗞️ Clara City Man Airlifted, Montevideo Woman Killed in Interstate Crash
🗞️ Marshall Flood Recovery: United Way Opens Relief Fund for July 18 Victims
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Clara City Man Airlifted, Montevideo Woman Killed in Interstate Crash
An 18-year-old woman from Montevideo, Minnesota, was killed and five others were injured—including a Clara City man—following a pair of serious crashes early Sunday morning on Interstate 39 near DeForest, Wisconsin.
According to the Wisconsin State Patrol, the first crash occurred just after midnight on July 20 when a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban, traveling the wrong way in the northbound lanes, collided head-on with a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Suburban caught fire after the impact.
The passenger in the Tiguan, an 18-year-old woman from Montevideo, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, a 19-year-old man from Clara City, suffered life-threatening injuries and was airlifted for emergency treatment.
The Suburban’s driver, identified as 30-year-old Noelia Martinez Avila of Portage, Wisconsin, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving.
As emergency personnel responded to the scene, a secondary crash occurred in the southbound lanes. A 2007 Acura TL veered across the median and struck an unoccupied DeForest Police Department squad car that had been parked with emergency lights activated.
Both occupants of the Acura—a 23-year-old man from McFarland and a 23-year-old woman from Oconomowoc—were hospitalized. The driver was also taken into custody for suspected impairment.
The Wisconsin State Patrol is continuing to investigate both incidents. Names of the deceased and injured are being withheld pending family notifications.
Multiple law enforcement, fire, EMS crews, and a MedFlight helicopter assisted at the scene.
Marshall Flood Recovery: United Way Opens Relief Fund for July 18 Victims
The United Way of Southwest Minnesota has launched a disaster recovery fund to assist individuals and families affected by the severe flooding in Marshall on July 18. The initiative is aimed at providing immediate and long-term relief for those facing hardship due to storm-related damage.
The fund will support both individual assistance and broader community-based recovery efforts. A formal grant process is being developed to distribute resources where they are most needed.
To amplify the impact, United Way is also seeking partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to coordinate recovery initiatives. Financial donations are being prioritized to meet the urgent and growing needs of affected residents.
Community members can take the following steps to contribute or access support:
Donate: Contributions can be made online at unitedwayswmn.org/disaster-recovery.
Partner: Local businesses and groups interested in collaborating on relief efforts can connect through the same web link.
Apply for Assistance: Individuals seeking help due to flood impacts can also submit applications via the United Way website.
Request Cleanup Help: Residents needing assistance with cleanup can visit CrisisCleanup.org or call 320-270-3766. The hotline will remain open through August 8.
The United Way’s efforts are part of a broader community resilience strategy, offering critical aid to those beginning the process of rebuilding after the storm.
Upcoming Area Events
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Tuesday, July 29th
Fauxtoshop at the Marshall-Lyon County Library at 6:30 PM
Southwest Minnesota State University Professor Alma Hale presents a series of art created from photographs from his sabbatical travels to Japan and Korea in 2024.
Monday, August 4th
Grief Share support group (after the death of a loved one)
Holy Redeemer gathering space from 6:30pm - 8pm
Wednesday, August 6th
Intentional Leader Summit at Grace Life Church in Marshall
Poetry Bus in the evening in Granite Falls (time to be determined)
Dementia Caregiver Support Group at the Adult Community Center in Marshall from 10 - 11:30 AM
Saturday, August 9th
The Poetry Bus at the Marshall-Lyon County Library at 1 PM
Stop by The Poetry Bus for poetry readings & on-demand poems! Featuring the talents of Athena Kildegaard, Michale Kleber-Diggs, Su Love, & Sara Dovre Wudali.
Monday, August 11th
Grief Share support group (after the death of a loved one)
Holy Redeemer gathering space from 6:30pm - 8pm
Wednesday, August 13th - Sunday, August 17th
Lyon County Fair at the Lyon County Fair Grounds in Marshall, MN
Saturday, August 16th
Squid Fest in Granite Falls
Todd wants to help celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Memorial Park so we’re moving the party there from 11-4.
The party continues downtown with live music at 6 PM. For more details check out the website!
Senior Citizen’s Day at the Lyon County Fair in Marshall
Saturday and Sunday, August 16th and 17th
Victory at Sea at Fagen Fighters WWII Museum in Granite Falls starting at 1pm
Monday, August 18th
Grief Share support group (after the death of a loved one)
Holy Redeemer gathering space from 6:30pm - 8pm
Thursday, August 21st
Relay for Life of Lyon County Downtown Marshall starting at 5 PM till dusk
Saturday, August 23rd
Sounds of Summer in Marshall starting at 4 PM
Monday, August 25th
Grief Share support group (after the death of a loved one)
Holy Redeemer gathering space from 6:30pm - 8pm
Wednesday, September 3
Dementia Caregiver Support Group at the Adult Community Center in Marshall from 10 - 11:30 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
Dementia Caregiver Support Group, first Wednesday of every month, 10 - 11:30 AM at the Adult Community Center in Marshall
Grief Share support group (after the death of a loved one)
Holy Redeemer gathering space in Marshall
501 W Lyon St Marshall MN
There will be 13 sessions on Mondays beginning August 4, 2025
6:30pm-8pm (no session Sept 1)
Register at griefshare.org or call Pat 507-829-0240
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