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What to Know About Opening Bear, Teal, Goose and Dove Seasons
The opening of bear, teal, goose and dove seasons are Sunday in Minnesota. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. It may seem odd that these seasons start on a Sunday but Schmitt explains the earliest these seasons can start based on framework set up by the Fish & Wildlife Service is September 1.
U of M professor offers advice on cellphone policies as students return to class
MINNEAPOLIS — As thousands of students across Minnesota go back to school next week, the one thing they likely won’t forget is their cellphone. Banning cellphones in classrooms is a hot topic, but by next March, every school district in the state will need to have a cellphone policy in place.
Political leaders weigh in on the housing market as we approach the election
ROCHESTER, Minn. - The housing market is a hotly contested issue in Rochester, but also in this year's presidential election. The Harris-Walz campaign says it is going to do something about it while Republicans say - why hasn't Harris done this in the last 3 and a half years. A...
Minnesota cracks down on misclassification of employees as independent contractors
Minnesota is cracking down on businesses who pay employees less than the minimum wage by misclassifying them as independent contractors. A new law combating this type of fraud went into effect in July but some industries continue to cut corners.
Man sentenced for high-speed chase in Becker County
DETROIT LAKES — Bobby James Newborn, 21, of East Grand Forks, has been sentenced in Becker County District Court for felony fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. According to court records, on March 28, 2023, a trooper was eastbound on Highway 10 in Becker County when he clocked a vehicle traveling 78 mph in a 65 mph zone.
Colorado's Payment to North Dakota State for Week 1 Game Revealed
Week 1 of the college football season kicks off on Thursday with a number of intriguing matchups with North Carolina and Minnesota as one of the key FBS showdowns. Another one to keep an eye on is the Colorado Buffaloes hosting FCS North Dakota State. After a 4-8 year for the Buffs, questions ...
The 2024 Grand Cities Fall Job Fair
Job Service North Dakota, MN Career Force, Leighton Media and JobsHQ are hosting the Grand Cities Fall Job Fair on Thursday, September 12th from 1pm – 4pm at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks. Stop by to meet with employers about the many career opportunities available in the region....
Minnesota #4 In US News & World Report Best State to Live
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Minnesota is the fourth-best state to live in according to the latest U-S News & World Report rankings. The evaluation considered factors such as healthcare, crime, and education. It highlighted Minnesota's low uninsured rate and strong economic indicators, including a median household income of around 80...
Fatal West Nile Virus cases reported in Wisconsin, Minnesota experiencing a milder season
SAINT PAUL, Minn. — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced the state's first deaths from the West Nile Virus this year. Two men, one in his 70s, and the other in his 50s, passed away this month. Both had underlying conditions, according to health officials. A woman in her 80s is also currently hospitalized with the virus.
Another Invasive Water Species Disrupts Minnesota’s Ecosystem
Invasive species. We hear about them a lot these days. The Spiny Waterflea is another one; except this one is microscopic, and also known as 'zooplankton.' The Spiny Waterflea lives in open water, and is almost clear; just an opaque color. The Spiny waterflea has one single long tail, that...
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