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Throw It Away ASAP! Massive Cucumber Minnesota & Iowa Recall
Some Minnesota and Iowa residents might not be feeling the greatest after eating cucumber. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is advising Minnesotans and Iowans to stay away from cucumbers. Cucumbers from growers in Florida are being recalled for possible Salmonella contamination. Infections are spreading across 31 states...
Four times military service has defined a campaign
Gov. Tim Walz’s (D-MN) military record has come under scrutiny, repeating a theme that has taken over several presidential campaigns. The vast majority of U.S. presidents served in the military, with military service becoming central to many campaigns, for better or for worse. Several for worse cases have occurred in the past few decades. Here […]
Harris kicks off pre-convention bus tour with positive message about leadership
On Sunday, as Donald Trump was busy sharing AI-generated images to Truth Social of Taylor Swift fans liking him, and JD Vance supporters were left to explain why they spent the weekend carrying around jars of a viscous fluid meant to symbolize his virility, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz kicked off their pre-Democratic National Convention bus tour in western Pennsylvania where, joined by their spouses, they spread messages of strength and positivity.
Minnesota man's heartbreaking final message before being shot dead outside church he called 'home'
A Minnesota man sent his mother a heartbreaking last message before he was gunned down and killed in the parking lot of the church he called "home." Austin Strom, 25, was shot and killed during an altercation that occurred at 7:48 am on Saturday involving three people outside the doors of the Prairie Heights Community Church. Police have so far released very little information about what happened as their investigation continues.
Timberwolves Face Most Challenging Travel Schedule in NBA 2024-25
The Minnesota Timberwolves are poised for a high-pressure 2024-25 season following a franchise-best year, having reached the conference finals. With rising expectations, they’ll face a tougher competition landscape, especially under the spotlight of star player Anthony Edwards. However, a significant challenge looms as they are set to travel the most miles of any NBA team, totaling 49,937 miles this season according to Positive Residual. Balancing extensive travel with on-court performance will be critical as teams look to exploit any fatigue from their grueling schedule.
Twins first round pick is already getting promoted after just nine games
As the Minnesota Twins experience another youth movement, this time in the pitching staff, the next wave of prospects are starting to bubble up to the surface down on the farm. Perhaps no prospect is rising faster than 2024 first round pick Kaelen Culpepper, who is already one his way...
Unlucky Former Vikings Draft Choice Signs with Jets
The Minnesota Vikings are once again scheduled to travel overseas to play a regular season game in London. After escaping with a narrow victory in 2022 by beating the New Orleans Saints in a nailbiter, Skol Nation will face an old rival this time: Aaron Rodgers and his New York Jets. It will be Rodgers’ first game versus the Vikings without a Packers uniform.
Stearns County Crash Injures Two People Friday
MELROSE TOWNSHIP (WJON News) -- Two people suffered minor injuries in a crash southwest of Big Birch Lake Friday afternoon. The Stearns County Sheriff's Office was called out at around 2:40 p.m. at County Road 17 and Birch Lake Road. Deputies arrived to find a fishing boat in the ditch,...
Vehicle Damaged in Waite Park
Waite Park Police are reporting a damaged vehicle on the 600 block of 10th Avenue. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crime Stoppers says the a window was damaged on the vehicle and there was damage to the ignition switch but no items were taken from the vehicle. She says it appears someone was trying to steal the car but were unsuccessful.
Athletes & Volunteers Make Minnesota Senior Games Go [PHOTOS]
ST. CLOUD/SARTELL (WJON News) -- The Minnesota Senior Games came to a close on Sunday. The 4-day event wrapped up with swimming at Tech High School in St. Cloud and mixed pickleball at Sta-Fit in Sartell. Mike Weeks of Batesville, Arkansas has been participating in the Senior Games in multiple...
Watch: Tim Walz’s Rousing Pep Talk on Football and Politics Goes Viral
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz showed off his football coach pep talk skills speaking to a high school football team in western Pennsylvania on Sunday. At a campaign stop, the former high school teacher and football coach spoke on the field to Aliquippa High School football players, many of whom were likely too young to even vote, and linked the values of the sport to democracy. “Politics isn’t that much different than this,” said Walz, who helped rebuild the Mankato West Scarlets and led them to victory in 1999. “It’s about setting a future goal and trying to reach it. It’s about...
Farmers’ Almanac Predicting a Wet Winter Whirlwind Ahead
UNDATED (WJON News) -- The Farmers' Almanac is out with its winter prediction for 2024-2025. Taking into account that a La Nina is expected to develop and hang on through the season, the Farmers' Almanac is calling it a Wet Winter Whirlwind. That means most regions will be wet and cold.
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