Marshall lights up with Window Wonderland holiday displays
Marshall hosts its fourth annual Window Wonderland a Christmas decor effort led by the Chamber of Commerce Main Street and City of Marshall. Volunteers from local groups decorate storefronts at downtown businesses with nativity pieces and characters. Costs run into thousands with poles wrapped in natural garland and hundreds of bulbs replaced yearly. The city tests energy efficient LED lights and residents vote on warm or cool tones. warm white wins about 80 percent. The decorations aim to boost tourism and local commerce while fostering community involvement.