🌱 How will Marshall’s new economic development CEO shape jobs and growth?
Marshall, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min readHey hey Marshall! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How will Marshall’s new economic development CEO shape jobs and growth?
- Authorities seek information after fatal Marengo Township crash near Marshall.
Also on today's calendar: Wide Awake - A U2 Experience and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: There was a pink man who lived in a one story pink house. Everything he had was pink. What color were the stairs? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Breezy in the morning; cloudy, with a high of 73 and low of 61 degrees.
- Wednesday: Warm with periods of rain, temps: high: 69, low: 50.
- Thursday: Cloudy, a shower; cooler, with a high of 59 and low of 43 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance names new CEO (mlive.com) — Marshall residents are getting a new leader for the Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance, as local resident Amanda Lankerd steps in to guide job creation and business growth. She’ll oversee efforts tied to the BlueOval Battery Park Michigan project and broader development, while continuing her deep involvement with Marshall Public Schools and city boards that shape the community’s future. 
• Marengo Township fatal crash under investigation (bnd.com) — A fatal two-vehicle crash in nearby Marengo Township drew response from Marshall Ambulance and Marshall Police, underscoring the role of local agencies in serious regional emergencies. One passenger died at the scene, while two drivers survived with injuries, and investigators are asking anyone with information to contact the sheriff’s office or Silent Observer.
📸 Around Marshall
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★ Featured events ★
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Oaklawn Hospice Presents “Life After Loss” Fall 2026 →
Heritage Commons, 15885 W Michigan Ave, Marshall
2:30 pm
Wednesday November 4
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Other local events
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Boys Basketball Game Home vs Jackson Prep
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Wide Awake - A U2 Experience →
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Joint Planning Commission →
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Oaklawn Hospice Presents “Life After Loss” Fall 2026 →
Heritage Commons, 15885 W Michigan Ave, Marshall
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Planning Commission Meeting →
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Marshall Area Farmer's Market Board Meeting →
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Break the Silence-2 Day Training →
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World Diabetes Day Community Health Event →
Fountain Clinic, 111 N. Jefferson St., Marshall
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City Council Meeting →
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Volleyball (Girls Varsity)
Lakeview High School
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Varsity Volleyball - Districts @ Olivet (A) →
Olivet High School, Olivet
7:00 pm
Wednesday November 4
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Eastend Arts Center brings a lot of wonderful opportunities to Marshall to engage in the Arts.
From great classes for all ages to wonderful gallery displays. The gift shop always has just that perfect gift for the people on your list. Topped… (Nextdoor Partello)
- Ace Hardware posted a job opening for Retail Cashier in Marshall. Apply here.
- O'Reilly Automotive posted a job opening for Retail Service Specialist in Marshall. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marshall here.
🗞 Nearby News
Albion
- President Webster's Town Hall: The Financial Future of Albion (albionpleiad.com)
- Fall sports report (calvinchimes.org)
- Scientists say decades-old theory on the origin of life may be wrong (eastidahonews.com)
Battle Creek
- Former Coldwater High School Student killed in Battle creek crash (wtvbam.com)
- Boyfriend gets life in prison for stabbing pregnant Battle Creek girlfriend to death (wwmt.com)
- 2026 Michigan high school volleyball state playoffs: MHSAA tournament schedule and where to watch (mlive.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "There was a pink man who lived in a one story pink house. Everything he had was pink. What color were the stairs?" — There were no stairs. (Thank you Ro B. for sending it in!)
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