The summer is here, school is out, and families are planning vacations. If you’re taking a family trip in the RV, make Marshall, Illinois, one of your stops, and come visit. In fact, there are so many great things to do and see in Illinois, so visit or plan a … Read More
We’ve been cooped up too long. We’ve been waiting for excitement, fun, and yes… fitness. Marshall is hosting a fantastic event that everyone in the family will want to attend. Join us on Saturday, June 5, 2021, right downtown, where there will be something for everyone, including a triathlon and … Read More
2020 has been a tough year for a lot of people. Some folks have struggled to survive and need support, especially local businesses in Marshall. We know it’s convenient to buy things on Amazon or other online services. Wearing a mask when shopping, having to socially distance, and waiting for … Read More
Yes, it’s that time of year again. The holidays are upon us, and we won’t let 2020 get us down here in Marshall, Illinois. Our stores are getting ready for holiday shoppers, the farms will be selling fresh trees, the restaurants are planning their holiday menus, and hot chocolate will … Read More
Every year in America, we honor our Veterans in November on Veterans Day. This year the holiday falls on Wednesday, November 11, and it is considered a state holiday in Illinois. However, please note that our schools are not closed for this. Sorry kids! Unfortunately, many celebrations and parades have … Read More
These have been difficult times for many people. 2020 has been a chaotic year, but we can always find ways to help others in Marshall, and by doing so, we help ourselves. The people of Marshall, Illinois, know what it means to be a real community. Our churches offer outreach. … Read More
Did you know that Marshall, Illinois is the home to some of the world’s largest whitetail deer? With deer hunting season fast approaching, now is the time to plan your hunting trip. If you prefer fishing to hunting, Marshall is the place to be for that sport as well. Where … Read More
As we head out of summer and into early fall, the perfect time to go camping in and around Marshall, Illinois, presents itself. Daytime temperatures are still warm, and those summer evenings will soon turn a little cooler. What better time to get out of the house and into nature, … Read More
All Hope is Not Lost for the Opening of the New Community Pool To the great dismay of much of the town, with recent updates, the Marshall city pool would not be opened for the remainder of 2020 in order to adhere to the state-mandated guidelines due to the COVID-19 … Read More
While everyone is hopeful that, slowly but surely, Illinois and the rest of the country will see its businesses reopen, and life return to normal. In the meantime, our local businesses are in sore need of our support. Many of our local eateries and shops are hanging in there because … Read More