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18K gallons removed after coal ash wastewater spill in Cohasset
COHASSET, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Cleanup is still underway more than a week after a Minnesota Power facility leaked 5 and a half million gallons of coal ash wastewater, some ending up in a nearby lake. The leak happened on July 16 at the Boswell Energy Center in Cohasset.
Minneapolis crisis response team handles thousands of calls once routed to police
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Minneapolis crisis response team, which was formed as an alternative to police after the murder of George Floyd, has responded to more than 20,000 calls since it was formed – handling calls ranging from mental health to homelessness and addiction. Why it matters. The...
Vikings’ Cornerback Might Have Cringiest Interview in Team History
Minnesota Vikings' cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. might have had one of the cringiest interviews in franchise history. The post Vikings’ Cornerback Might Have Cringiest Interview in Team History appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
The Cleveland Browns Will Trade Nick Chubb to the Minnesota Vikings
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Nick Chubb becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Minnesota Vikings. FOR MORE NFL CONTENT,...
Outstanding $2.3 Million Pike Lake Property Now Available In Duluth
They say if you're going to dream, dream big! That should be true with all things in life, especially when it comes to living on a lake in the Northland. Someone will have their dream come true if they can make this new listing on Pike Lake in Duluth their new home.
Spirit Mountain's alpine coaster offers thrills and beautiful views of Lake Superior
DULUTH, Minn. — When people think of Spirit Mountain in Duluth, they think of downhill skiing. But that's not the only downhill thrill you'll find there."We love looking at the different seasons and how we excel in it," said Jon Regenold, Spirit Mountain Recreation Area. "The full name is the Timber Twister, Alpine Coaster." The twister has been on the mountain for nearly 15 years. It's more than a half mile long and it takes about seven minutes to reach the end."In order to go forward you push forward. In order to slow down you pull back, and...
Gragson named Lakes Area United Way Executive Director
The Lakes Area United Way (LAUW) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Gragson as the new executive director, effective July 8. Gragson brings a wealth of experience in leadership within both the nonprofit and private sectors. According to Kim Blank, Board Chair, “Bob brings a wealth of experience, working with United Ways, both larger and smaller, in his career. We are excited to have his expertise to support the continued stability and growth of Lakes Area United Way.” ...
Meet Ricardo Perez, Chair of METRO Blue Line Extension’s new Anti-Displacement Working Group
Ricardo Perez, organizer for the Blue Line Coalition, has been chosen as chair of the next iteration of the Blue Line Anti-Displacement Work Group, a new 26-member board. Sheletta on what that means.
This Airline Is Now Leaving Minnesota For Good
It wasn't too long ago this airline added non-stop service to Minnesota, but it's now leaving our fair state for good. Outside of perhaps death and taxes, there is one other constant in the world: change. And in the complicated world of commercial airlines, it seems that change IS pretty constant, including the new announcement that this airline will soon be ending service to the Land of 10,000 Lakes.
Bird flu prompts change at State Fair's 'Miracles of Birth' barn
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — A popular spot at the Minnesota State Fair that features an array of baby farm animals and their moms will go on this year, but without birthing cows as fears of bird flu create worry within the dairy cattle industry. Fair organizers announced Friday that...
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