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A Nine Mile Hike Resurfaces 23-Aug-2024
Our most recent hike along Nine Mile Creek to the Minnesota River was last January. The nearly snowless non-winter we had then soon morphed into a very rainy Spring and summer. So much rain that the Minnesota River flooded the lower end of the path along Nine Mile. Plans to hike it went on hold.
BSU’s Howe-Welle Fundraiser Tournament Celebrates Founders
You know summer is almost over when it’s time for the Howe-Welle Women’s Athletics Golf Tournament, Bemidji State’s premiere fundraiser for the nine women’s sports at BSU. But the weather still felt like summer out for Friday’s event at Bemidji Town & Country Club, making for a great day on the course.
Minnesota cement mason bootcamp pays off for tribal youths
Click play to listen to this article. (Minnesota News Connection) The next time you drive over a newly built highway in Minnesota, the concrete may have been poured by a Native American trained through a pre-apprenticeship program. The effort is designed to create more career pathways for younger Indigenous adults.
The Blue Barn celebrates 10 years at the Minnesota State Fair
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — One of the most recognizable buildings at the Minnesota State Fair is marking a milestone anniversary in 2024. The Blue Barn, owned and operated by the Blue Plate Restaurant Company, is celebrating its 10th anniversary at the fair. The Blue Barn is best known for its mantra to serve "breakfast to beer all day."
Tim Walz's Minnesota neighbors welcome his return home after VP nomination
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz returned on Friday to the Land of 10,000 Lakes after accepting his Democratic vice presidential nomination.A lot has changed since he joined the ticket with Vice President Kamala Harris — most noticeably his enhanced security detail.On Dayton Avenue and Mississippi River Boulevard in St. Paul, it's typical to see bikes fly by and furry friends strolling the sidewalks. It's a neighborhood that is quiet and tucked away.WCCO filmed his motorcade on Friday pulling into Eastcliff, the residence temporarily housing his family while the Governor's Mansion is being renovated. But this time, Minnesota State Patrol troopers...
Fleet Farm ordered to hand over more records in Minnesota’s gun lawsuit
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - A federal judge ordered Fleet Farm to hand over more evidence to the Minnesota Attorney General's office as part of its ongoing civil lawsuit involving firearms sales. The Brief:. The retailer is being sued by the state for not doing enough to stop illegal...
1984 - Carman Captures Minnesota Fair Silver Crown
Falcon Heights, Minn. (August 24, 1984) – Marvin Carman outdistanced Dave Blaney to win the Coca-Cola 200 for USAC Silver Crown championship car event Friday afternoon on the half-mile pavement at the Minnesota State Fair. Fastest qualifier Rich Vogler jumped into the lead on the opening lap and stayed...
Viral Harris-Walz camo hat injects Midwest glam into US campaign
If campaign hat sales are any predictor of electoral results, the Harris-Walz ticket is in great shape, as their camouflage cap with orange lettering goes viral. In part, the virality of the camo hat can be attributed to Chappell Roan, the wildly popular singer who sells a camo hat with orange lettering that reads "Midwest Princess."
Rochester School District Gets Grant to Help Students Experiencing Homelessness
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester School District (RPS) is among the 22 districts across the state receiving grant dollars to help students experiencing homelessness. The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) announced earlier this week that it had received a $1 million federal competitive grant. The money was allocated through...
Caitlin Clark Makes WNBA History Against Minnesota Lynx
On Saturday night, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever traveled west to face Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx. The Fever stole the first game of the season series back in July, but the absence of Collier played a big part. During the second matchup, Clark, once again, made WNBA history. She ...
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