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Aanerud Family recognized as a 2024 ‘U of M Farm Family’
The Aanerud family of Donnelly has been named Stevens County’s “2024 Farm Family of the Year” by the University of Minnesota. The Aanerud farm is a multi-generational agribusiness managed by Andy and supported by his wife, Heather, his parents, Jim and Lorraine, his son Micah, daughter Savannah, one full-time employee, several seasonal machinery operators, and when possible, Andy’s step-family members.
Morning storms in northern, southern Minnesota; summer heat across state
MINNEAPOLIS — Tuesday continues a now familiar pattern of scattered storms and summer heat in Minnesota.Storms are possible through the morning hours in northern and southern Minnesota, but the Twin Cities may manage to avoid any activity. Patchy fog is possibly through the morning, too.The afternoon should be dry, with decent sunshine. Highs will be in the mid-80s.On Wednesday, we'll make a run at 90 degrees, with storms likely later in the day.Thursday will be a bit cooler, with highs closer to average, but temperatures jump back up again on Friday.Rain potentially returns on Sunday, and temperatures will once again drop a few degrees.
Lislegard, Hauschild recognized as 2024 Legislators of Distinction
ST. PAUL—The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 25 state lawmakers, including Rep. Dave Lislegard (DFL-Aurora), Rep. Roger Skraba (R-Ely) and Sen. Grant Hauschild (DFL-Hermantown), as 2024 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions that aided efforts of Minnesota cities during the past year’s state legislative session. Hauschild was also recognized by the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities. Legislators of Distinction are approved annually by the League’s Board of Directors in recognition of the collaboration of state and city officials needed to...
Central MN Town Ball Playoff Pairings
Clearwater River Cats vs. Bemidji Bucks vs. Moorhead Mudcats (12:00) Bemidji Bucks vs. Moorhead Brewers (3:00) Moorhead Mudcats vs. Moorhead Brewers (6:00) Cold Spring Springers vs. Hamel Hawks (12:00) Sobieski Skis vs. Twin Ports Timbers (3:00) Game 3: Loser of 1 vs. Loser of 2 (6:00) SUNDAY AUGUST 4th. COLD...
A Foster Youth ‘Bill of Rights’ Now Being Drafted in Minnesota
Alex Perez is a Minnesota-based reporter covering child welfare. He is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, with a master’s degree in investigative journalism. He received a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism from North Central College.
Minnesota poison control centers see spike in mushroom exposure calls
MINNEAPOLIS — Mushroom foraging has become a popular hobby in recent years. Thanks to Minnesota's warm and wet summer, the opportunities seem endless for foragers, with mushrooms flourishing under the weather conditions. While some mushrooms are safe to eat, other wild mushrooms can be deadly. "We've seen a lot more mushroom exposures," said Dr. Lesley Pepin, the Associate Medical Director at the Minnesota Regional Poison Center. Since April, the Minnesota Regional Poison Center says it has received 90 calls for potential exposures. Last year during that same time period they received 26 calls. "Certainly, a lot more mistakes with children finding mushrooms in their...
10-digit dialing begins on July 30, 2024, for customers with the Minnesota 507 area code
In preparation for the new 924 area code, all customers located within the 507 area code region should prepare for 10-digit dialing. According to a release from the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on Monday, Beginning July 30, all local calls made within the 507-area code region must be placed using 10 digits (area code plus […] The post 10-digit dialing begins on July 30, 2024, for customers with the Minnesota 507 area code appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
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