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New Owners? Could Minnesota’s Top Coffee Company Be Sold Off?
Could Minnesota's favorite coffee brand be on the move? No, not literally, but it appears the ownership group behind Caribou Coffee, as well as some other brands like Einstein's Bagels, is looking to sell off the 'bou. According to Reuters, "Panera Brands is exploring a sale of Caribou Coffee and...
24 cited during protest outside Sen. Klobuchar's office in response to Netanyahu's speech
MINNEAPOLIS — Two dozen pro-Palestinian protesters were cited Wednesday evening for blocking the street outside Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar's office in downtown Minneapolis.The Free Palestine Coalition organized the protest in response to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech before Congress earlier in the day, which Klobuchar attended.The protesters called for an immediate and permanent cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas War, as well as the end of all U.S. federal, state and local aid to Israel.The Minnesota State Patrol says troopers cited and released 24 people during the protest for blocking the road.The Minneapolis Police Department reports one woman in attendance was arrested for...
Meet the candidates: Minnesota House District 8B Republican Primary contenders make their case
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) -- Minnesota voters can expect to see two names on their ballots vying to represent east Duluth, come the August primary. Tim Meyer and Shawn Savela are the two candidates running to become the Republican candidate for the Minnesota House District 8B seat. “I just...
Phillies drop second-straight series following All-Star break in loss vs. Twins
Max Kepler's infield single drove in the winning run with one out in the ninth inning, giving the Minnesota Twins a series-clinching 5-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday.Trevor Larnach was hit by a pitch by Philadelphia left-hander Gregory Soto (2-4) to open the bottom of the ninth. Larnach advanced to second on a wild pitch and moved to third on a sacrifice bunt by Austin Martin. Kepler hit a two-hopper up the middle against a drawn-in infield that was backhanded by diving second baseman Bryson Stott, who had no chance to get Larnach at home or Kepler at...
A New Source of Minnesota Road Rage: Traffic Calming?
"Traffic Calming Measures". Sounds like an oxymoron of rage-inducing poppycock [haha...poppy]. It's a real thing, though, and it's been implemented in Minneapolis. And it's working so well that the application process is as backed up as traffic on Highway 10 North on a Friday afternoon. Minnesota Traffic Calming Program Works,...
Minnesota Looking to Increase Numbers of This Animal
The Minnesota DNR in collaboration with the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa plan to move elk from the northwestern part of the state to the northeastern part of the state near Cloquet and north. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. He says the plan is to transfer 15 to 20 elk from the northwestern part of the state to the northeastern part with the hopes of growing the herd. Schmitt says elk used to live in that part of the state many years ago. He explains the plan is to do this annually starting in 2026 until the elk reproduce on their own.
Update: Vulnerable Minnesota Man Who Vanished During Trip to Buy Battery Found Safe
(UPDATE) The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension announced Thursday afternoon that the missing person alert for 61-year-old Thomas Biatek had been canceled. They update indicated the Lino Lak man has been located and is safe. Lino Lakes, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has issued a statewide...
Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center recognized as top project statewide
Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center recognized as top project statewide Essentia Health is proud to announce that the replacement St. Mary’s Medical Center has been recognized as 2023’s top project in Minnesota by Finance & Commerce, an independent newspaper dedicated to business reporting. The new St. Mary’s opened last July after almost four years of construction. Among those who played such an integral role in making this transformative medical facility...
Central MN Town Ball Report
Completing my thirteenth year at 1390 Granite City Sports with your weekly amateur baseball (Town Team) reports. Including game summaries, upcoming schedules, league standings, tournament summaries and an occasional special interest feature. The plan is to continue to include: Arrowhead West/Section 2B: Cold Spring Springers, Moorhead Brewers, Moorhead Mudcats, Hamel Hawks, and Sobieski Skis, Central Valley League, Sauk Valley League, Victory League South and Stearns County, New London-Spicer, Paynesville Pirates the Regal Eagles of the County Line League teams and the Foley Lumberjacks formerly of the Sauk Valley League, now the Victory League along with Sobieski Skis, St. Stephen Steves, Avon Lakers, St. Wendel Saints, Opole Bears, Freeport Black Sox, Royalton River Dogs and Nisswa Lightning, throughout their league playoffs, regional and state.
Minnesota weather: Sunshine, last of the 'comfy warmth' Thursday
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A pleasant day is in store for Thursday before the heat and humidity return. Thursday will be the last comfortable day in the near future for much of Minnesota. There will be lower humidity and temperatures in the lower 80s with a daytime high of 82 degrees in the metro.
Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
Commission on Judicial Selection Opens Application Process for Vacancies
(KNOX) – The Commission on Judicial Selection announced two vacancies in Minnesota’s First Judicial District. The vacancies will occur upon the retirement of the Honorable Janet L. Barke Cain and the Honorable Timothy J. McManus. These seats will be chambered in Hastings in Dakota County. The application process...
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