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IT outages felt across Twin Cities
MINNEAPOLIS — Computer systems across the globe are limping back into action after the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike pushed an update overnight that caused a huge number of Microsoft PCs to malfunction. Its repercussions could be felt for weeks and it now ranks as the largest IT outage in history.
Fosters needed after Minneapolis shelter responds to hoarding cases
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) is looking for people willing to foster cats or dogs — and these animals' lives depend on it. The Facebook group Friends of MACC posted that the organization impounded 25 cats in a single day in July and anticipates adding another 16 cats due to hoarding cases. Several were adopted, but nine of these cats aren't ready to be placed on the adoption floor due to nervousness.
‘From St. Paul to the Hall’: Friday in Cooperstown with Twins fans, the Mauer kids
KSTP Sports Director Joe Schmit is in Cooperstown, New York all weekend to cover Joe Mauer’s induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame. On Friday, Joe chatted with Twins fans who made the trip to upstate New York and Mauer’s three children. Schmit also hosted an event to...
Don’t Worry About the Minnesota Twins Making the Playoffs…
The Minnesota Twins are barely hanging onto an AL Playoff spot, but sportsbooks and projection models say not to worry... The post Don’t Worry About the Minnesota Twins Making the Playoffs… appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
New Vikings defender says he's excited to 'dominate' the Packers
As a native of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, new Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman is fully aware of the intense rivalry between his current team and the Green Bay Packers. During a recent appearance on the "Green Light with Chris Long" podcast, Cashman talked about how he's looking forward to hitting...
Minnesota Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell Opens Up About 4 A.M. Call Informing Him of Tragic Death
Tragedy struck the Minnesota Vikings when newly drafted cornerback Khyree Jackson died in a car accident in early July. Jackson, along with former college football players Isaiah Hazel and Anthony Lytton Jr., was involved in a fatal three-car crash at 3:14 a.m. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson was pronounced dead...
Uptown business owners oppose proposed homeless shelter
MINNEAPOLIS — For the last four years, Mattisse Johnson has operated #FACE, her day spa in Uptown, with the door locked. "Because all day long we have people off the street who try to come in," she said. "We have had people we've let in, thinking they're here for good reasons, and they've stolen from us. In the middle of the day."
Report for America ‘movement’ gathers in Twin Cities, announces GroundTruth Award
MINNEAPOLIS – From every corner of the United States, nearly 200 of our Report for America corps members came together here this week for our national gathering, a revival meeting of sorts for the spirit of public service journalism and why it matters more than ever in this post-truth era.
The Vikings Have an Under-The-Radar Rookie
With training camp getting closer, the rookies are about to enter the practice facility in Eagan, Minnesota. The Vikings acquired a bunch of rookies, and of course, the attention will primarily go to first-rounders J.J. McCarthy and Dallas Turner. Teammates have praised both, but it remains to be seen if they can keep that momentum into training camp and perhaps show enough potential to earn a role early in their careers.
Chick-fil-A Free Kids Meal + Plush Cow Adoption Event
Head to your local Chick-fil-A in the Twin Cities or St. Cloud on Tuesday 23rd for a free Kids Meal + a plush cow adoption event. Do your kiddos love Chick-fil-A? I don’t know many kids who don’t! So mark your calendar for Tuesday, July 23rd from 5-7pm for their special event FREE Kids Meal and Plush Cow Adoption Event. Kids meals will be FREE for all kids 12 and under, plus if you head into the restaurant for dine-in, your kiddos can “adopt” a plush cow, while supplies last.
Breckenridge loses late lead in 7-5 playoff defeat
Cooper Roberts is beaned in Monday’s game vs. Ashby. The third baseman was hit-by-pitch three more times during Friday’s season-ending defeat. Breckenridge Post 53 was eliminated from the American Legion Baseball playoffs Friday following a 7-5 loss to Ashby Post 357 in Evansville. Breckenridge, who previously lost a...
More than 300 to be laid off from St. Cloud distribution center
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Hundreds of people will be out of a job by the end of the year after officials with a St. Cloud distribution center announced it would be permanently closing its facilities. Fulfillment Distribution Center, Inc. (FDC) President Dave Baldwin sent a letter to the Minnesota...
Pop Up IKEA Store Not Too Far from St. Cloud – Opens TODAY [FRIDAY]
There are those who absolutely love IKEA. To be honest, I have only been in that store one time. And yes, the prices are very good. But you will spend some time putting most things that you buy there together. But that's sometime the price you pay for inexpensive furniture pieces.
Sartell’s Mill District Gets Special Visitor
SARTELL (WJON News) -- The Sartell Mill District achieved another milestone on Friday. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Commissioner Matt Varilek visited the site. Varitek, Mayor Ryan Fitzhum, Representative Tim O'Driscoll, and other dignitaries toured the site and discussed future redevelopment plans. The Mill District received...
Central Minnesota Veterans to Receive Benefits Assistance at PACT Act Claims Clinic in St. Cloud
If you've served your country through thick and thin, here's something relevant to your interests. Veterans from Central Minnesota, along with the survivors of those who served during the Vietnam War, Gulf War, and post-9/11 conflicts, can get essential information on their healthcare and compensation benefits this August 17, as reported by Wright County Minnesota. Specifically, for those who've been exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances during their service, a PACT Act claims clinic is opening its doors to provide the answers you need.
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