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Gas Prices Rise in Minnesota, Fall Nationally
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Most of the country has seen a reprieve from rising gasoline prices, thanks to weaker-than-expected gasoline demand. Gas Buddy says while a good portion of the country saw average gasoline prices decline, severe weather completely knocked out power to a major refinery outside Chicago early last week, immediately impacting gas supplies to Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan.
‘Birds and Blooms’ set July 27
The public is invited to Eveleth-Fayal Garden Club’s “Birds and Blooms” Flower Show on Saturday, July 27, at the Fayal Town Hall, 4375 Shady Lane, Eveleth. Entries will be accepted on Friday, July 26, 4-6:30 p.m. and Saturday morning 9:30-10:30 a.m. Exhibitors do not have to be garden club members. There will be a special category for young gardeners. Contact Alice at 218-749-5516, Nancy at 218-744-2941 or Jan at 218-865-6018 for a list of possible entries and rules. Viewing of the exhibits is 1:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday. Prize drawings, a plant/gardening items sale and refreshments will be available. Pictured are winners from the show last summer.
Review: ENGLISH at Guthrie Theater
Language is the essence of one’s culture. It is ingrained into each person from a very young age and tells the world who you are and where you come from in a matter of seconds. This characteristic is the basis for San Toossi’s 2023 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, English, now on stage at the Guthrie Theater in co-production with the Goodman Theater.
46th Annual Beldenville Old Car Club Car Show and Swap Meet is Sunday, July 28
ELLSWORTH, WI – The 46th Annual Beldenville Old Car Club Car Show and Swap Meet will be taking place soon on Sunday, July 28, 2024, in the shade of the lovely Pierce County Fairgrounds. Admission is only $5.00 with kids 12 and under free. The gates will open at...
Coach Bill King honored as outstanding citizen
VIRGINIA—Bill King, known to many for his years of coaching winning basketball teams at Orr High School, is now reflecting on his being selected as Outstanding Citizen of St. Louis County. “It’s a distinct honor to get the award because I dedicated my whole life to betterment of the Nett Lake reservation and all the people of the reservation. I feel it’s just a distinct honor to represent the Bois Forte tribe,” he said in a recent interview at Virginia’s Washington Manor where he resides. ...
Wolves 115, Magic 100: Dillingham Drops 25-Point, 12-Dime Demo Tape
Both the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Orlando Magic entered their final game of the Las Vegas Summer League sitting a number of their marquee players. For Minnesota, TJ Shannon (left toenail) and Jaylen Clark (rest) did not play, though the former’s injury is not thought to be serious and more precautionary. For Orlando, they rested their 2023 and 2024 draft picks, Anthony Black, Jett Howard, and Tristan da Silva.
Fleet Farm flagged by ATF for selling guns used in crimes
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - A popular sporting goods retailer currently being sued by the State of Minnesota for not doing enough to stop illegal straw purchases, has also been flagged multiple times by federal authorities after a high number of guns used in crimes were traced back to several of its stores, according to federal records.
Rock Ridge VFW hammers Hibbing to move on in District 8 tournament
DULUTH—Riding high off of their walk-off win from just a few hours prior, the Rock Ridge VFW baseball team did exactly what their coach wanted in game two against Hibbing: swing the bat and score runs early. Post 1172 scored runs in all but one inning in the contest to take an 11-1 lead on the top-seeded team in the tournament. Post 222 managed to get a bit going in the seventh inning, scoring five runs, but it wasn’t enough as Rock Ridge advanced further...
One person injured in stabbing incident Friday
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - One person was injured in a possible stabbing incident in Duluth Friday night. According to Duluth Police, crews responded to a report of a stabbing near the 100 block of East Fourth Street. Authorities said officers made contact with an individual who sustained minor...
Edouard Julien returns to the Twins lineup, but it’s costing Carlos Correa
It’s been a minute since we’ve seen Edouard Julien in the Minnesota Twins lineup, but that streak will end on Saturday. When Twins return to action against Milwaukee, Julien will be back on the 26-man roster, along with Austin Martin. Both of them were called up to join the team as the second half the season starts but it’s a move that will cost Minnesota a pair of key pieces. Carlos Correa was placed on the IL, and while they won’t be out for long the Twins will miss the offense they’ve been providing over the last month.
Kevin O’Connell Cannot Comprehend Why Other Teams Don’t Want Brian Flores
The Minnesota Vikings hired Brian Flores a year ago. Kevin O'Connell is shocked another team hasn't tried to steal him since. The post Kevin O’Connell Cannot Comprehend Why Other Teams Don’t Want Brian Flores appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
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