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8-19-2010
I heard Midcontinent Communications is buying out Charter in Marshall.
Is that true?
No, this rumor is not true. We contacted Tom
Simmons, the Senior Vice President of Public Policy for Midcontinent
Communications and he offered this response.
Midcontinent is not in the process of buying the Marshall system from
Charter. Midcontinent did purchase a number of Charter systems in
Minnesota last year, which may be the source of the rumor. We have been
busy integrating those systems into our company by providing direct
connections with our broadband network and providing those customers
with the most advanced applications we have including expanded Video on
Demand, a full list of HD channels and DOCSIS 3.0 broadband which can
deliver the Internet to homes and businesses at 50 MBPS. Marshall is a
great community, but we have no immediate plans to add it to the list of
Midcontinent communities.
8-3-2010
I heard Walgreen's has purchased land on East College and plans to open
store here?
Is that true?
No, this rumor is not true. We were able to get in touch with a
Walgreen's spokesperson and they were able to confirm that they have
nothing in the works for Marshall at this time.
7-13-2010
I heard Southwest Auto Spa was sold. Is this true?
It is true! We talked with the new owners and confirmed that the
business has been sold to Dean & Dawn Schroeder from Cottonwood. They
took over as of July 1st in the new location at 313 Highway 59 – next
door to Geske’s. They’ll continue to offer the same quality
service that the Auto Spa has become known for!!
6-20-10
I heard
that there was going to be a new program starting up in Marshall where
people could buy frozen meat and other items in bulk at a lower price.
Is this true?
We contacted Western
Community Action in Marshall and they told us that starting July 23rd,
a new program called Fare for All Express is coming to our area.
Western Community Action is becoming a sales site for Fare for All
Express.
Fare for All
Express works with community partners to offer quality, affordable
grocery packages each month. Through its volume-purchasing power,
Fare For All Express is able to buy nutritious food at
below-retail prices and pass on these savings to our participants.
There are no income restrictions for
participating in the program, and you don’t have to pre-pay for your
food. Simply visit Western Community Action’s office each month to
look at the grocery packages and make your purchase! There are also
no guidelines regarding where you live! So it’s really open to anyone
who wants to stretch their food dollars.
Fare for All Express packages
contain a variety of healthy, fresh, quality food items, including
fruits, vegetables, frozen meats and staple items. You can purchase as
few or as many packages as you want each month!
Come to Western Community Action on the
sales date between 11am and 1pm. Fare for All Express accepts
cash, EBT cards, credit and debit cards. Unfortunately they are not
able to accept personal checks.
Here is an example of some of the
packages that are available. You are able to view the package before
you buy it. Packages change each month, and specials like a Grill
Pack might be available during the summer, while a Holiday Pack may be
available around the holidays.
Regular Pack-$18 (includes at least 4
kinds of fresh veggies, 2 kinds of fresh fruit, and 3-4 pounds of
frozen meat)
Holiday Pack--$25 (1 frozen turkey
(approx 12 lbs.), 1 pkg of boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5
lbs.); 1 pork tenderloin (approx. 1.5 lbs.), 2 packages of frozen
veggies, 1 loaf of bread, and 1 frozen peach pie.
Sales dates will begin July 23rd,
2010 and will be each month on the 3rd Friday. All
distributions will begin at 11am and end at 1pm. Western Community
Action’s office is located south of Hwy 23 on Saratoga Street- 1400 S.
Saratoga in Marshall.
Please call 507-537-1416 and ask to
speak to Wendy or Angela for more information about Fare for All
Express!
I heard that Kruse Motors is moving or
closing? Is that true?
Kruse Motors
We contacted Andy Schultz, the
Business Manager, at Kruse Motors in Marshall to clear this rumor up.
Kruse Motors does have their buildings listed for sale and anticipate
moving to a new location in Marshall. The new location has not been
chosen yet and the sale of the current buildings will dictate when the
move will happen.
Keep the Rumors coming and will will
get to the bottom of them if we can.
5-11-10
I heard there is a new carpet cleaning business that just opened in
Marshall? Is that true?
We did find that Heaven's Best has recently opened in the Marshall and
is doing quite well in the Marshall Area. They also offer
upholstery, tile and hardwood floor cleaning. Heaven's Best was
established in 1983 and uses a low-moisture cleaning process which
allows carpets to dry in one hour. Their unique environmentally friendly
formulas get out the toughest spots and stains leaving your carpets
looking cleaner longer. Heaven's Best current promotion is: 3 rooms
cleaned for $99.99 plus tax.
Heaven's Best is locally owned and operated.
Visit
www.heavensbest.com
or call 507-865-1413 or 507-828-1575.
Business email is: c.noriega@heavensbest.com
Serving Lyon, Lincoln, Redwood, and Yellow Medicine Counties. Free
estimates.
See Heaven's Best Coupons on
www.MarshallHotBuys.com
5-7-10
Menard's
Not much to update recently, however we
did hear that Menards may be starting to build in the next few weeks.
Equipment has started to arrive in town and workers should be in full
swing by the 1st of June or so.
I heard today that Sole Mates was closing. Is the true?
I hope not!
Sole Mates Rumor
Absolutely not! This rumor is not true.
We contacted Deb Brink the owner of Sole Mates and she cleared this up
right away. Below is an email we received from Deb.
Sole Mates is NOT closing. We just ordered thousands of pairs of
spring and fall shoes at market last week.
The buy one, get one free sale was only to move fall and winter
merchandise due to storage constraints. Thanks to the support of all our
loyal customers, we look forward to providing many years of quality
shoes and service to the Marshall area.
Best Western update
As earlier mentioned the Best
Western has changed franchises and is now the Ramada Inn.
We look forward to seeing some changes going on there.
3-3-2010
I heard a new Physical Therapy business is opening in Marshall. Is
that true? If so, where?
Southwest Minnesota Therapy
Thank you for the rumor! Well this is true and we are
very excited to tell you about this new business. Southwest Minnesota
Therapy is located behind Independent Lumber at 1401 Nwakama Street in
Marshall, adjacent to Dr. Nwakama's Southwest Minnesota Orthopedic and
Sports Medicine Clinic. This new facility has new state of the art
equipment featuring the Alter G Anti-Gravity treadmill. Jeny Bauer and
Erin Flann are the new therapists and would like to invite you to their
Open House on Monday March 8th from 4-7pm. Stop and meet Jeny and Erin
or call 507-829-2622 to schedule an appointment.
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2-27-2010
I heard a bookstore is opening in Marshall
somewhere. Do you know if that is true?
Book Store
We contacted Rachel Myhre, the VP of Public
Relations Students in Free Enterprise and got the scoop.
Here is what Rachel sent us in response to this rumor.
The SMSU Accounting Club, along with SMSU S.I.F.E. (Students In Free
Enterprise) are opening a used bookstore in Marshall. The bookstore is
not for profit. Any profits go to scholarships for SMSU students. The
store will be located in "The Village" or where the Clarkfield Outdoors
Outlet is located. The address is 309 E College Dr, or across from the
Freedom Gas station. We are really excited for this opportunity, and we
feel that it is a great way to get involved with the community, and to
fill a void in Marshall! Currently there are no bookstores in the city
of Marshall, and we plan to bring one with a cozy atmosphere!
The store should be opening in the middle of March. At this time we are
accepting donations of books from the community. We are accepting all
different types of books. Examples of some that we have collected
already include children's books, novels, suspense/thrillers, romance,
and even gardening and recipe books! We will be having a book drop off
on March 6th, 2010 between the hours of 8 - 5. The donations can be
dropped off at "The Village." If you are unable to drop of donations on
March 6th, I can be contacted to arrange a time to pick up the
donations.
We want to make this a community effort and encourage everyone to donate
used books!
Sincerely,
Rachel M. Myhre
Vice President of Public Relations
SMSU Accounting Club
rachel.myhre@smsu.edu
(507) 828-2377
2-23-2010
I heard Walgreen's has purchased a spot in
Marshall and will be opening a store here.
Is that true?
Walgreen's
We contacted the Walgreen's Public
Relations department and we were told that Walgreen's is not planning to
place a store in Marshall.
Thanks for the Rumor and for visiting GoMarshall.net!
2-22-2010
I heard the Best Western in Marshall will no
longer be part of Best Western. Is that true?
Best Western
This is true. We are changing franchises
to reflect the complete remodeling of the hotel and Shay's, although I
cannot yet reveal what franchise we are joining. I can tell you that the
new franchise has a strong reputation for high quality in comfort,
convenience, and customer care, qualities for which we strive.
2-13-2010
Movie Gallery
While it's not really a rumor the Movie Gallery
in Marshall will be closing soon.
Stop in now and gobble up on savings.
Can we now expect to pay more for movies at other places where movies
are rented?
2-10-10
Menard's Update
Menard's does plan to start building this
Spring. After a few years of planning and waiting for the
economy to recover they are making plans to make it happen in Marshall!
We will keep you posted on jobs to help build the store as well as
positions that will become available in the store.
1-6-09
I hear there is a new Yoga
place in Marshall? Is that true?
If so where is it?
Yes this is
true. Prairie Yoga opened for business in downtown Marshall on 3rd
Street. After teaching Yoga on Saturday morning at Lee's Tae Kwan
Do, Kristin Knight opened up her new location in at 127 W 3rd just next
to the library.
Monday 8:30 a.m. - Mixed level
Monday 5:30 p.m. - Intermediate Yoga
Monday 7:00 p.m. - Beginning Yoga
Friday 8:30 a.m. - Mixed level
Saturday 9:00 - Intermediate Yoga
Saturday 10:45 - Beginning Yoga
*mixed level students should have familiarity with basic yoga poses.
Monday and Friday classes are 1 hour in length. Saturday intermediate is
1 1/2 hours and beginning is 1 hour 15 mins. Cost is 8.00 each for an
individual class or 5 class punchards are available for $35.
Kristin has been practicing yoga since 2002 and took her teacher
training at the Yoga Center of Minneapolis in 2006 - 2007.
All ages and abilities are welcome. Students can expect to gain
increased flexibility and strength, reduce stress and improve balance.
You don't need to be flexible to do yoga, instead, do yoga to become
flexible. Classes are fun and playful.
Click here
to visit Prairie Yogo Online!
12-29-09
I heard TK Brand Steakhouse was sold.
Is this true?
TK Brand Steakhouse
Well this
is partially true...
We have
been following this rumor for quite some time.
TK Brand Steakhouse is in the process of being sold and is scheduled
to close the deal towards the beginning of January. The new
prospective owners have retained the Chefs and the servers and are
planning a great New Years Eve Dinner at the Steakhouse and a New
Years Eve Party with DJ at Pappy's from 9pm - 1am. Call now for your
New Year's Eve reservations. Plenty of seating in Pappy's too! The New
Years Eve Dinner menu will include 8 entrees that you can choose from
including Red Snapper, Duck Breast and T-Bone and more!
Make your reservations
now!
337-1100
9-22-09
I heard
Pizza Ranch is looking at two locations in Marshall. One is the
former Panda Buffet and the other is the former Running’s building.
Is this True?
Pizza Ranch
We spoke with the franchise department at Pizza Ranch Headquarters in
Orange City, IA and we were told at this time there are no plans on
opening a store in Marshall. No one has contacted them about a
franchise in Marshall. If you are interested in opening a store
and have upwards of $700K to invest this may be the right choice for
you!
At this time the Panda Buffet building is not listed with any local
realtor.
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