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Local man defends his title Wright County Fair is July 24-28th in Howard Lake
Although only moving at 6 mph, if that, the amount of weight behind two 8-ton combines when they collide lifts the back wheels off the ground and tips the cabs dangerously close together. “It’s scary. The first hit, when the two cabs come up they almost hit each other, it’s...
Missing Child Scam Circulating In Minnesota
All scams are terrible and there are plenty of them to go around these days. However, this one might be one of the worst thanks to the nature of the scam. There have been so many scams in Minnesota and Wisconsin lately that the Duluth Police Department recently shared some basic scam tips to help us all avoid becoming a victim.
NYC Kammermusiker Double Reed Ensemble to Visit
Join your library to experience a unique musical event featuring the music and artistry of a professional double reed ensemble using modern instruments to perform modern scores from long-neglected musical manuscripts. Composed of musicians from around the world, The New York Kammermusiker will celebrate the heritage of Minnesotans with skits...
Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #119
Welcome to Hall Pass, the newsletter that keeps you plugged into the conversations driving school board politics and education policy. On the issues: The debate over mandatory book lists. School board filing deadlines, election results, and recall certifications. From the ballot to the blackboard: education-related ballot measure news. Extracurricular: education...
Goodwill Stores in Minnesota Will Not Accept These Donations
It's the perfect day to open the windows and deep clean your house. Find those things that haven't seen the light of day for a good while. I love decluttering and donating stuff I'm not using anymore. There's something so freeing about getting rid of "junk," and you know what they say - one person's junk is another's treasure. ;)
New Miss Minnesota inspired by work with Haitian orphans
When Muna Ali graced the stage at the Ames Center on June 23 during the State Pageant Finals of the Miss Minnesota USA 2024 contest, she had no idea that her years of dedicated hard work would culminate in her literal crowning moment when she was named Miss Minnesota USA.
New Minnesota Laws For Kids Riding In Cars Go Into Effect August 1st
A new child restraint law will come into effect for Minnesotans on August 1st. The new law includes a requirement that all children under 13 years old MUST sit in the back seat of any motor vehicle that has one. “Every driver who transports a child or children under the...
Gluek's Bar and Restaurant in downtown Minneapolis celebrates 90 years
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - At Gluek's Bar and Restaurant, history is almost as important as the signature pilsner that flows through its taps. "It's not a miracle, but it's a testament that we are still here after nine decades," Gluek's co-owner Dave Holcomb told FOX 9. Holcomb is part of...
One astounding stat from Timberwolves Summer League so far
After Tuesday night's close loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Minnesota Timberwolves now sit at 2-1 in Summer League play. To this point, there have been some outstanding individual performances, perhaps none bigger than Terrence Shannon Jr.'s consistently strong play. The 2024 first-round pick is quickly confirming suspicions that he...
Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson provides update on his ACL recovery
Veteran tight end T.J. Hockenson has been a hugely important part of the Minnesota Vikings offense over the past two seasons. His importance in the offense is likely to increase in 2024 with uncertainty at the quarterback position. However, Hockenson suffered a serious knee injury at the end of last season and may not be ready for the beginning of the 2024 season.
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