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2024 FinnFest underway at DECC in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - A weekend celebration at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center is honoring all things Finnish. FinnFest 2024 kicked off earlier this week and runs until Sunday, July 28. In addition to plenty of live music, the festivities include dances, films, seminars, and more. Attendees have...
1 dead following ATV rollover on the Iron Range
CHISHOLM, Minn. — One man is dead after a single-vehicle ATV crash in northeastern Minnesota Saturday. The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office says first responders were dispatched to a recreational trail between the Iron Range communities of Chisholm and Buhl just before 3:45 p.m. on reports of a crash. When deputies arrived they found a side-by-side ATV that was upright but appeared to have rolled due to damage to the vehicle's top.
'Always an honor to help out a family'
EVELETH—Eveleth Floral and Greenhouse has been at 516 Grant Avenue since 1920 and this year turned 104 years old with many years to come. Owner Jamie Falkowski, in an email interview, said, “I grew up in this business, and everything I know came from my parents Jim and Virginia Squillace. They mentored me throughout the transition into their retirement. Even though they never actually completely retired. I was fortunate enough to have them around to answer questions while I was still learning. So, I have...
Minnesota prepares for influx of patients from Iowa as abortion ban takes effect
Minnesota medical providers and public officials are preparing for the arrival of new patients before an Iowa law banning most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy goes into effect.
More Than 1/2 Of The Twin Cities Largest Shopping Centers Have This Anchor
I was surprised to learn that many of Minnesota's largest shopping centers seem to share the same stores, namely one store, with loose "Minnesota-ties" as one of it's anchor stores. Would you believe that the store that many of Minnesota's largest shopping centers share is...Macy's?. Macy's, which filled the whole...
REFRESHER: What’s the Difference Between a Watch and a Warning?
With severe weather possible the next few days across southern Minnesota, it's a good time for a refresher on the difference between a Severe Thunderstorm or Tornado 'WATCH,' and a Severe Thunderstorm or Tornado 'WARNING.' Here's the scoop:. The next three days feature warm and humid conditions with chances for...
American Pickers In Search of Minnesota Rusty Gold
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A popular History Channel show is coming to Minnesota this fall. American Pickers is planning to come through the area in September looking for rusty gold. The show was in Minnesota last year as well and this will be their 7th visit to the state....
A treasure hunt to make Minnesota property maps more accurate
On the boundary between Polk and Clearwater Counties in northwestern Minnesota, surveyors Garrett Borowicz and Brandon Carlson push through brush to inspect a large oak tree. The post A treasure hunt to make Minnesota property maps more accurate appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Minnesota on High Alert for Stunning Northern Lights Display until Tuesday
Minneapolis, MN – Minnesota residents are eagerly anticipating a rare opportunity to witness the Northern Lights on Monday night into Tuesday. The aurora borealis, typically seen at higher latitudes, could make a spectacular appearance in Minnesota due to increased geomagnetic activity. According to the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center,...
Minnesota Democrats say Harris has brought renewed energy to party
MINNEAPOLIS — It's only been a week since President Biden dropped out, and the reaction to Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket appears to have energized Democrats in Minnesota and across the country. But Republicans are sharpening their attack on Harris and are making a run to win MInnesota, with former President Donald Trump and JD Vance campaigning in St. Cloud this weekend.To say that Democrats were concerned two week ago is an understatement — worried about not only the presidential race, but down ballot races, everything from U.S. Senate to state legislative seats. But in the days since...
Walz contends his Democratic history would be an asset as VP candidate
Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) said he would not hide from his legislative history as a Democratic governor should he become Vice President Kamala Harris’s 2024 running mate. Walz, who is also the chairman of the Democratic Governors Association, was asked about former President Donald Trump attempting to portray Harris as a far-left candidate and if […]
'So much more than your local lumberyard'
VIRGINIA—Pohaki continues to redefine itself after more than 70 years in business. Nicki Johnson and Jaimie Niska are helping to make that happen with their work in kitchen and bath design and appliance sales. Johnson, a Range native, was hired about 15 months ago to run the kitchen and bath design center, while Niska came on board about three months ago when Pohaki added appliances after buying out Jenia’s Appliance. ...
This Democratic governor started calling Trump, Vance ‘weird.’ Hear why
Potential vice presidential pick Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) joins CNN’s Jake Tapper on “State of the Union” to discuss his viral use of the word ‘weird’ to describe former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance.
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