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Smith Foundry shuts down its operations for good
Smith Foundry in south Minneapolis is now a silent sentinel, closed for good. “This is very significant,” declares Dean Dovolis, chair of the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute. “A major change for the future of the neighborhood and a major opportunity for the residents to have really clean air.”
Minneapolis to see one of its biggest post-pandemic music weekends
MINNEAPOLIS — Hours before Thursday night's show, Pantera fans took their place in line outside Minneapolis' First Avenue. Mark Crawford and Tim McLean came from Milwaukee to take advantage of the venue's rare, small setting."Drum sticks, guitar picks, they're more likely to get tossed to you if you're in the front row," said McLean. Pantera isn't the only show the two friends are seeing in Minneapolis this weekend. They're also heading to U.S. Bank Stadium on Friday night to see Metallica. The legendary metal band is playing two nights in Minneapolis."I've got so many Metallica tattoos and everything," said Matthew...
The Vikings Just Got Away With HIGHWAY ROBBERY!
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Kirk Cousins Makes Statement After Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy’s Injury
Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy‘s season-ending meniscus injury has rekindled debate surrounding the necessity of preseason games — leading Kirk Cousins to offer his insight into the matter. Cousins, who hasn’t played in a preseason game since 2021, addressed whether he would like to play this preseason...
NFL Fans Think Tom Brady Is Making A Comeback To Shocking New NFC Team After Latest Developments
Tom Brady may have announced his second retirement from football 18 months ago, but what would the NFL offseason be without speculation that he may un-retire yet again?. The 47-year-old Tom Brady is gearing up to begin his new career as an NFL analyst for FOX Sports. If he’s seriously considering retiring again, the seven-time Super Bowl champion will have to land a contract soon with the 2024 NFL season now just three weeks away from kickoff.
Blood sample drawn from semi driver in crash that killed 4
FLOODWOOD, Minn. — The Minnesota State Patrol served a search warrant Wednesday to retrieve a blood sample from a semi driver involved in a violent construction zone crash in northern Minnesota that claimed four lives. Court documents reveal that a witness to the crash, which happened on Highway 2...
Two Harbors Poised for Season Against Section Heavyweights
TWO HARBORS, Minn.- With many of their top weapons of the 2023 season back in pads, the Two Harbors football team has eyes on competing for the Section 7AAA title. Over the past five seasons, the Agates have been eliminated in the section semifinals. Yet, with returning stars like quarterback Jacob Carpenter and offensive weapon Tate Nelson, head coach Tom Nelson is cautiously optimistic as he prepares his team for their opener.
BLASING ON BRAINERD LAKES: Nate Blasing Of The Nisswa Guide League Weighs In On August Action
We check in with The Nisswa Guide League’s Nate Blasing to talk August action in the Brainerd Lakes area. Walleyes, bass and more. Plus, we find out what the Walleye Alliance has been up to lately. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.
Duluth native Greg Anderson racing back to Brainerd for Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals
The Lucas Oil National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Nationals began Thursday. The event is held at the Brainerd International Raceway every year and will take place from Thursday to Sunday. The 42nd annual event will feature some of the world’s best drag racers including Duluth native, Greg Anderson, who is...
Community invited to join CLC music ensembles, join cruise trip
Community members are invited to join one of Central Lakes College’s musical ensembles. There is a meet and greet with CLC music directors, as well as optional auditions, from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 26 in room E471, the Music Rehearsal Hall, Brainerd campus. An audition is required for...
Paul Bunyan’s axe is one of golf’s most unique trophies
BRAINERD, Minn. (Aug. 15, 2024) — The lumberjack spirit is alive and well at Cragun’s Resort Golf & Conference Center as the winner of the CRMC Championship—part of the PGA TOUR Americas circuit—fondly knows. Win the CRMC and you are presented with one of the most unique trophies in the game of golf, the Paul Bunyan Axe.
Daniel Wilkerson Seeks Consistency with SCAG Mustang at Brainerd
Daniel Wilkerson and the SCAG Power Equipment Ford Mustang team are gearing up for the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, looking to build on their recent momentum. After strong performances where they qualified in the top half of the pack, including a No. 5 placement at the Sonoma Nationals, Wilkerson enters the event seventh in points. He emphasizes the potential of Brainerd International Raceway for achieving impressive runs, buoyed by previous racing experience there. The team's car will feature a special "Jackal" theme for the event, aligning with the venue's "Zoo" campground spirit.
Bartone Bros. Racing Hungry for Redemption at Brainerd International Raceway
Bartone Bros. Racing is ready for the 42nd Annual Lucas Oil NHRA National to run at Brainerd International Raceway in Top Alcohol Funny Car this weekend. Driver, Sean Bellemeur, likes the track located in the land of 10,000 lakes. “I’ll never forget when we pulled into Brainerd last year,” he said. “It was my first time there and all you could see were lakes, trees, and the zoo. It could be hot and humid or it could be cool. You just never know. Looking ahead at the forecast it seems like it should be pretty fast. I love the uniqueness of the facility and the great the fans. It’ll be a fun weekend sending the Pirate Ship down the strip in Minnesota.”
Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals Returning to Brainerd International Raceway
The fastest show on Earth returns to Brainerd International Raceway this weekend for the 42nd annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals. The drag racing qualifying sessions begin tomorrow, and one racer, two-time Top Fuel World Champion Brittany Force, will be there trying to get her first win of the season. Brittany...
Brittany Force Looking to Move Up In Top Fuel Points at Brainerd
As one of only a handful of pro drivers to have won an NHRA championship after starting the Countdown from a position outside the top five, Brittany Force knows full well that once you’re in it, you certainly can win it. Nevertheless, the reality is that the championship almost...
Brainerd International Raceway New Destination for Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown
The Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series has raced at NHRA tracks across the country and this weekend, during the Lucas Oil Nationals, the class comprised of Chevrolet COPO Camaros, Ford Cobra Jets and Dodge Drag Paks will make its debut at Brainerd International Raceway. Just a two-hour drive north of Minneapolis, Minn., Brainerd International Raceway is one of the most dynamic facilities on the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series, hosting drag racing national events, road course events and snowmobile racing. The inclusion of Brainerd in the Factory Stock schedule was a welcome addition for point leader Stephen Bell.
Young Lane Splitting Motorcyclist Dies in Crash on Minnesota Interstate
Lakeville, MN (KROC-AM News)- A motorcyclist performing a traffic maneuver that was recently addressed by the state legislature lost his life in a crash on a Minnesota interstate Thursday night. That’s according to the State Patrol. The deadly crash occurred shortly after 11:30 p.m. on Interstate 35 near Scott County...
Minnesota Loses A Staggering Amount Of Daylight In August
It seems to happen so fast every year, and I'm always caught off guard. The days get short, and it almost feels like someone hit a switch. Just a couple of weeks ago it was still bright at 9 pm. Then, it hit me. Last night I looked at my wife at about 8:40 pm and said, "Holy, it's already pitch black out."
MPCA ISSUES AIR QUALITY ALERT FOR PART OF NW MINNESOTA
(St. Paul, MN) — The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency says parts of northwest Minnesota will be affected by Canadian wildfire smoke this week. Heavy ground-level smoke is expected in the region beginning this afternoon. The air quality alert will take effect at 3 p.m. today and will last until 6 p.m. Sunday. The area affected includes East Grand Forks and Moorhead and could be expanded if the smoke spreads to a wider area.
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