WAR, W.Va. – State Treasurer Larry Pack on Wednesday joined U.S. #ohiocounty #WVTreasurer #wheeling #WestVirginia #LarryPack #BrookeCounty #UpperOhioValley #TreasurerLarryPack #MarshallCounty
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WAR, W.Va. – State Treasurer Larry Pack on Wednesday joined U.S. #ohiocounty #WVTreasurer #wheeling #WestVirginia #LarryPack #BrookeCounty #UpperOhioValley #TreasurerLarryPack #MarshallCounty
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Marshall County staff says new jail project is 60–75 days behind schedule; contractor put on notice County staff reported the Marshall County jail is 60–75 days behind schedule, said the contractor has been put on formal notice to deliver a recovery schedule before the next OAC meeting, and outlined recent on-site progress and near-term work items.

The new jail project in Marshall County is facing significant delays, with construction running 60 to 75 days behind schedule due to serious workmanship issues—what's the contractor's plan to get back on track?

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Planning commission recommends prohibiting data centers in county zoning The commission recommended an ordinance amendment to remove data centers as an allowed use in Marshall County zoning, citing concerns about utility capacity, water use and long-term decommissioning liabilities; commissioners noted the need for comprehensive standards if data centers were to be allowed in the future.

Marshall County is taking a bold stand against data centers, citing concerns over energy consumption and infrastructure strain—could this set a precedent for other regions?

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Commission recommends ordinance to ban large 'farm-scale' solar projects after public safety concerns The commission recommended forwarding a zoning amendment that would prohibit farm-scale solar installations above the draft threshold (transcript cites 217,800 sq. ft., ~5 acres) and includes a draft countywide cap described in the document as '12,000'; a nearby resident, Robin Summers, warned panels can blow away in tornadoes and expressed fears for property values.

Marshall County is taking a stand against large solar projects, spurred by safety concerns from residents about airborne panels and property values.

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Marshall County Tourism Commission approves $30,000 per year for five years to support Heartland Arts renovation The Marshall County Tourism Commission committed $30,000 annually for five years (total $150,000) to support Heartland Arts’ Montgomery Ward building renovation after hearing project details, attendance projections and a construction timeline; commissioners requested regular updates and metrics tied to overnight stays.

Marshall County is investing $150,000 to breathe new life into the Montgomery Ward building, aiming to create a vibrant venue that could transform local tourism!

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Marshall County commissioners approve claims, call for bids on SP 045-602-023 and ask MnDOT to restudy speed limit on CSAH 54 At its Feb. 17 meeting the Marshall County Board of Commissioners approved audited claims and several resolutions, authorized bids for a highway project (SP 045-602-023) and passed a resolution requesting the Minnesota Department of Transportation to restudy the speed limit on County State Aid Highway 54; all actions carried on unanimous 5-0 votes.

The Marshall County Board of Commissioners has made significant moves, from approving nearly $1.5 million in claims to calling for a speed limit review on CSAH 54!

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Commissioners instruct attorney to draft ordinances banning industrial-scale solar and data centers Following discussion of recent project pressures, commissioners voted to direct county counsel to prepare ordinances banning industrial-scale solar (excluding rooftop/onsite systems) and data centers; the instruction begins the ordinance drafting and planning commission process.

Marshall County is taking a bold stand against industrial-scale solar projects and data centers, citing community concerns and potential legal risks.

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Marshall County Fiscal Court urges legislature to pass bill raising jail reimbursement Marshall County Fiscal Court unanimously adopted a resolution urging the Kentucky General Assembly to pass House Bill 557, which would raise state reimbursement for housing pretrial state inmates and promote regional jail authorities, citing county jail costs that outpace current reimbursements.

Marshall County officials are sounding the alarm over skyrocketing jail costs, urging state lawmakers to pass a critical bill to ensure fair reimbursement for housing pretrial inmates.

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Marshall County appoints four community mental health officers as mobile crisis response expands The Marshall County Commission approved a resolution appointing four community mental health officers and praised a newly scaled mobile crisis response run by Mountain Lakes Behavioral Healthcare that now offers 24/7 coverage across Marshall and Jackson counties.

Marshall County is taking a bold step forward in mental health care by appointing four community officers and expanding a groundbreaking 24/7 mobile crisis response team!

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One Marshall County presents strategic plan to council, stresses grant readiness and health‑care priorities Representatives from One Marshall County outlined a strategic plan focused on housing, infrastructure, arts and culture, workforce and health-care priorities, said the group is not a funding body and urged municipal collaboration to position the county for regional grants including REDI 2 and Lilly endowment funds.

One Marshall County is paving the way for a brighter future with a strategic plan targeting housing, arts, workforce, and crucial healthcare improvements that could unlock millions in grant funding!

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Marshall County Council cites $14.98M year‑end balance, projects temporary shortfall before tax draw Council financial officers reported a combined general and rainy‑day balance of $14,980,763 at the end of 2025, forecasted a cash shortfall through May before property‑tax draws replenish reserves, and urged planning for anticipated 2027 revenue headwinds.

Marshall County ends 2025 with a staggering $14.98 million balance, but looming economic shifts could spell trouble ahead.

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Marshall County Regional Sewer District approves final fund transfers, rejects easements and readies dissolution The district approved sending remaining funds to Star Financial, rejected unexecuted easements tied to a stalled project, authorized turning over records to the county and empowered counsel to stipulate to a court dismissal that would dissolve the district once an insurance reimbursement arrives.

The Marshall County Regional Sewer District just took crucial steps towards its dissolution, transferring all remaining funds and rejecting stalled project easements—what does this mean for the community's future?

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Marshall County planners recommend battery storage ordinance with larger setback; send draft to commissioners The Marshall County Planning Commission recommended an amended ordinance regulating battery energy storage systems and voted to forward the draft to the county commissioners with an amended adjacent‑property setback increased from 500 to 1,000 feet and several technical changes.

Marshall County is taking a significant step in energy safety by recommending an ordinance that doubles the setback for battery storage systems from 500 to 1,000 feet!

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Marshall County seeks $17.7 million BUILD grant to replace Swayback Bridge; public hearing held County staff and local officials detailed a U.S. DOT BUILD grant application requesting $17,678,952 to demolish and replace the Swayback Bridge on Huntsville/Hussleville Road, realign approaches to fix hazardous vertical curves, widen lanes/shoulders and upgrade an 8‑inch water main; public safety and freight benefits were emphasized.

Marshall County is pushing for a groundbreaking $17.7 million grant to replace the dangerous Swayback Bridge, aiming to enhance safety and improve services for thousands!

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Marshall County approves opioid-settlement grants to Big Brothers Big Sisters and Prairie Ridge The board approved interagency transfers using opioid-settlement funds: $34,375 for Heart of Iowa Big Brothers Big Sisters to expand mentorship for children impacted by opioid use disorder, and approximately $58,000 for Prairie Ridge to fund peer support specialists and a Narcan dispensing unit; county attorney said the county has received over $600,000 since 2022.

Marshall County is taking vital steps to combat the opioid crisis by allocating nearly $100,000 to support mentorship and behavioral healthcare for affected families.

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Marshall County approves concierge medicine contract for employee clinic, authorizes $50,000 transfer The board approved a contract with Concierge Medicine of Marshall County to offer an on-site/near-site membership clinic for county employees who opt in; the county will pay $60 per enrolled adult and $20 per enrolled child, with services to begin Feb. 1 pending council transfer/appropriation. The board authorized a $50,000 transfer to seed the service.

Marshall County is launching a new employee clinic with Concierge Medicine, promising affordable healthcare options starting at just $60 a month!

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The Alabama & Tennessee River Railway (ATN), together with #OmniTRAX, recently made a Good Neighbor donation to Marshall County Homeless Ministries!

We’re grateful for the compassion and commitment of the organizations that provide for those in need.

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(Publisher's Note: Although this piece was released a little more than five years ago, the recollections remain the same. #BrookeCounty #EastOhio #MarshallCounty #ohiocounty #UpperOhioValley #wheeling #wheelingpark #WhitePalace
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(Publisher's Note: Although this piece was released a little more than five years ago, the recollections remain the same. #BrookeCounty #EastOhio #MarshallCounty #ohiocounty #UpperOhioValley #wheeling #wheelingpark #WhitePalace
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(Publisher's Note: Although this piece was released a little more than five years ago, the recollections remain the same. #WhitePalace #BrookeCounty #wheeling #MarshallCounty #UpperOhioValley #wheelingpark #EastOhio #ohiocounty
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(Publisher's Note: Although this piece was released a little more than five years ago, the recollections remain the same. #BrookeCounty #EastOhio #MarshallCounty #ohiocounty #UpperOhioValley #wheeling #wheelingpark #WhitePalace
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“My day is crazy. She did put her hands on (the child’s) neck briefly. Please talk with her about this. #AllegedAbuse #ShelbyHaines #specialneeds #MarshallCounty #MCS #MarshallCountySchools #WestVirginia #UpperOhioValley #McNinchPrimary #Autism
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“My day is crazy. She did put her hands on (the child’s) neck briefly. Please talk with her about this. #AllegedAbuse #Autism #MarshallCounty #MarshallCountySchools #McNinchPrimary #MCS #ShelbyHaines #specialneeds #UpperOhioValley #WestVirginia
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SHREWSBURY, N.J. #UpperOhioValley #wheelingnailers #belmontcounty #MarshallCounty #ECHL #nailers #downtownwheeling #BrookeCounty #WestVirginia #ohiocounty
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SHREWSBURY, N.J. #belmontcounty #BrookeCounty #downtownwheeling #ECHL #MarshallCounty #nailers #ohiocounty #UpperOhioValley #WestVirginia #wheelingnailers
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(Publisher's Note: This is a column I wrote a number of years ago about a lesson learned one Christmas morning during my childhood. #ohiocounty #Christmas #belmontcounty #UpperOhioValley #MarilynNovotney #MarshallCounty #BrookeCounty
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(Publisher's Note: This is a column I wrote a number of years ago about a lesson learned one Christmas morning during my childhood. #belmontcounty #BrookeCounty #Christmas #MarilynNovotney #MarshallCounty #ohiocounty #UpperOhioValley
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Commissioners establish public defender department and approve administrator and attorney contracts The board adopted Ordinance 2025-31 to create a Public Defender Department and approved contracts for a contracted administrator (Mackenzie Brittenstein) and six public defenders, with pay structured to meet state reimbursement standards.

Marshall County is taking a bold step toward justice by establishing a dedicated Public Defender Department, complete with a new administrator and six attorneys to ensure fair legal representation for all.

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