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14 Big-Bang 4th of July Grilling Tips
You can have the best cut of meat, a tried and true marinade, a complex rub, and the best grill on the market, but how is your grilling preparation?. You only have a matter of days to make sure your guests will be shouting your name on social media about how great your 4th of July cookout was.
Twist in Fatal Minnesota Collision: Victim Was Already Dead
A peculiar incident unfolded in southern Minnesota when authorities discovered a dead woman in a vehicle following a crash but the evidence suggests her death occurred before the collision. FOX9 is reporting that early Saturday morning, Olmsted County Sheriff's deputies responded to a single-vehicle accident on Interstate 90 near the...
This Minnesota National Park Might Be Most Beautiful In Nation
This 218,000-acre Minnesota National Park might be the best wilderness experience you could ever have in a lifetime. If you would like the chance to experience the Northern lights, lush forests, crystal clear lakes, spectacular sunsets, eagles, fantastic fishing, and wonderful wildlife make the journey to Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota.
Who Else Remembers Video Disks? They Actually Existed!
I know what you're thinking: "Of course, I remember laser disks. I still have some in my basement!" But that's not what I am referring to. I'm talking about video disks. A friend and I were discussing my recent article, "Can You Identify These '70s Objects?" and the topic of home video came up. I then mentioned how much fun we had watching video disks in the early '80s. He replied, "Like video laser disks? The ones that look like giant CDs." I said, "No, the ones that looked like 78 RPM records."
Iowa Brewery Dominates Global Best Beer List
The word 'dynasty' is usually reserved for foreign kingdoms and multiple championships in the sports world, but there's a beer dynasty brewing in our neck of the woods, and the latest chapter has just been written. The website Beer Advocate is out with its annual rundown of the Top 250...
Flooded River Puts Southern Minnesota Dam in Imminent Failure Condition
Mankato, MN (KROC-AM News)- Emergency responders are monitoring a dam that is being pushed to the brink by a flooded river and debris floating in the water. The deterioration of the dam follows heavy rain that drenched southern Minnesota. The record rainfall led to road closures and rapid rises in...
15 Beautiful Photos of The World’s Ugliest Dogs
There is a new world champion for being the ugliest dog in the entire world. A Pekingese named Wild Thang took home the title of World's Ugliest Dog on July 21 during an annual contest that's been held for almost 50 years. Don't even think about being mean to any...
Final 5: South Dakota Beef Council Narrows Best Burger Field
The search for the best burger in South Dakota has hit the home stretch. For the past six weeks, the South Dakota Beef Industry Council has been taking your nominations for the tastiest beef patties in the Mount Rushmore State and now they've narrowed the field from dozens down to the final five.
Flood Relief, U-Haul’s 30-Day Free Storage Lifeline
U-Haul is extending a helping hand to residents of Davison and Lincoln counties in South Dakota affected by recent severe flooding. The company is providing 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage to those impacted by the disaster. Since Thursday, the region has experienced unprecedented rainfall, leading to...
Why This Once-Thriving Wing Chain Just Shuttered Several Locations
Some cities suddenly found themselves with one less place to get chicken wings over the weekend. Multiple Hooters locations have been closed across the U.S. Customers at several Hooters locations found their local restaurant closed down over the weekend. The company has not revealed an entire list of locations that were part of the most recent closings.
This Place Sells The Best Ice Cream In All Of Iowa!
If you would like to have the Best Ice Cream in all of Iowa here is where ya have to visit!. Iowa summers can be hot and humid. Here's where you go to get the Best Ice Cream in the Hawkeye state!. A recent study by Readers Digest has crowned...
Sioux Falls Camp Leif Ericson Needs Your Help After Massive Flood
A popular and beloved Sioux Falls camp is asking for your help after experiencing damaging floods surrounding its campgrounds. YMCA Camp Leif Ericson in Sioux Falls is sending an "urgent plea" across the Sioux Empire to "Help Us Rebuild Camp Leif Ericson." Camp staff is calling this situation an "unprecedented crisis."
UPDATE: Red Cross Opens Additional Shelters In Northwest Iowa To Flood Victims
Additional shelters have been set up by the American Red Cross in Northwestern Iowa:. Faith Reformed Church, 1305 7th Street, Rock Valley, IA. Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 2020 8th Street SE, Rock Valley. Faith Pentecostal Church, 1700 11th Avenue SW, Spencer, IA. CrossWinds Church, 1900 Grand Avenue, Suite A, Spencer,...
Check Out Insane Aerial Footage of Sioux Falls After Major Flood
Parts of South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota experienced record-breaking rainfall and flooding last week, including Sioux Falls. Officials were forced to close roads, numerous homes flooded, farmlands underwater, and towns were damaged across southeastern South Dakota, southwestern Minnesota, and northwestern Iowa. The aerial footage of this devastation is absolutely shocking.
Uh Ope: Storm Chasers Are Coming Back to Minnesota Today
Hahaha OH SH!!!!!!T. Watch out for The Dominator 3!. Extreme Meteorologist Reed Timmer is back in Minnesota for the second time this month, and he's not just here to visit: the possibility of more tornadoes is very real today. How about dis weather, eh?. Hot and humid weather could set...
South Dakota Pole Vaulter Returns To Summer Olympics
Silver Olympic medalist Chris Nilsen is set to return to the summer games at the 2024 Paris Olympics representing the United States and the University of South Dakota. The four-time world state medalist was one of three men to clear 19-3 (5.87m) in the competition and secure his ticket to Paris, according to USD. Joining Nilsen are Sam Kendricks and Jacob Wooten.
South Dakota I-29 Closed After Record Rains, Flooding
After a weekend of record rainfall and flooding a portion of Interstate 29 in southeast South Dakota has closed, according to state officials. As of Sunday, June 23, the northbound and southbound lanes on Interstate 29 from Exit 2 to Exit 9 in southeast South Dakota were closed as the Big Sioux River was predicted to crest and is expected to send a significant amount of water into low-lying areas of the far corner of the state.
Grave of Brutal Murderer Is In Historic Sioux Falls Cemetery
It was just before Halloween in 1893 when this prominent businessman committed these horrific murders in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. What has been described as the “most awful tragedy” in the city of Sioux Falls occurred on October 22, 1893. Harry Lacey walked into his mother-in-law's house and...
This Small Minnesota Town Raising Money To Buy Wizard Of Oz Shoes
There's no place like home! This small Minnesota town is trying to bring Dorothy's Wizard Of Oz ruby red slippers back home after they were mysteriously stolen. The small town of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, the birthplace of legendary actress Judy Garland, is rallying to bring a piece of Hollywood history back home.
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