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The Stories Behind the Buildings on the College of St. Benedict Campus
The Benedictine sisters came to St. Joseph in 1863. The oldest and largest building on the St. Benedict campus is the Main Building. It consists of 5 parts which includes St. Cecelia Hall, which is the oldest part of the main building constructed by the sisters. The next part of the building constructed was St. Benedict Hall followed by St. Scholastica Hall, St. Gertrude Hall and then Teresa Hall. St. Gertrude Hall is identifiable for its turret. Teresa Hall was added when the College of St. Benedict opened as a women's college in 1913 as a gathering location for students.
Man Broke Into Multiple Ottertail Businesses, Now Paying Over $5,000 in Restitution
Ottertail, MN – A man involved in the burglary of multiple businesses has plead guilty in exchange for minimal prison time, but owes the businesses over $5,000. According to court documents, 22-year-old Alexander James Goeller of Blaine and three juveniles were involved in a string of break-ins that occurred on June 7th, 2023 in the City of Ottertail and Wadena. They had forced entry into the buildings and stole items worth multiple thousands of dollars, including a Ram Van. The following day, Goeller and his fellow suspects were part of a high speed chase in Mahnomen County, and were eventually detained, where they confessed to having broke into the four businesses.
HIGHLIGHTS: Sheyenne, Shanley, and Barnesville score big wins in Week 1
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Week 1 of the high school football season did not disappoint across North Dakota and Minnesota, with a few local teams picking up big early-season victories. Out west, it was one versus two in Class AAA with Sheyenne taking on Minot. Mustangs pulled away...
Bankruptcy to close Lumber Liquidators in Rochester
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Lumber Liquidator stores in Rochester, Chanhassen, and St. Cloud are closing as part of the company’s bankruptcy restructuring. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says that is part of a plan filed by Lumber Liquidators in Delaware federal court on August 11. Ellison says...
Thunderhawks football dominates in win over Pine City
Grand Rapids 28, Pine City 0 PINE CITY — The Thunderhawks opened their new season with a bang, taking down Pine City on the road 28-0. The game required multiple changes to the start time due to storms, but the Thunderhawks were ready to play whenever the whistle finally blew. Bad weather or not, Coach Spahn said it was going to be a run-heavy offense and they stuck to the game plan as they ran in all four of their touchdowns. After a scoreless first...
Woman, sister who fatally hit man harassed victim's daughter on social media: Charges
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Two sisters have been charged after a man was fatally hit by a vehicle while riding a motorized scooter in Minneapolis at the end of July. The driver of the vehicle, Victoria Nevada Yorahee, 25, of Mesa, Arizona, was charged with one count of criminal vehicular homicide while operating a vehicle in a grossly negligent manner and one count of criminal vehicular homicide after causing the collision and leaving the scene.
New Richland Council adjusts rates, appoints new councilor
The New Richland City Council has boosted sewer rates and cut water rates, following a recommendation from Abdo Consulting to look for ways to boost funding for its sewer fund while taking advantage of the opportunity to lower water rates. Under the updated rates, the base connection fee for water will lower from $8 to $7 and water rates from $10 per 1,000 gallons to $9. Meanwhile, sewer rates will rise, the base connection fee going from $10 to $11.50 and rates going from $12...
Update from Tim Connelly reveals great sign for Timberwolves' season
The Minnesota Timberwolves are building something special. The team's vision is coming to fruition, and many consider Minnesota one of the top threats in the association to take home a championship in the next couple of seasons. Boasting a roster filled with varying types of talent, the Timberwolves are well-equipped...
Owner of 19 Bar files lawsuit against trash company after fire
MINNEAPOLIS — The owner of Minneapolis' historic 19 Bar, which was badly damaged after a recycling truck hit a power pole which started a fire, is seeking $2.8 million from the trash company. The longtime owner of the LGBTQ+ bar, Gary Lee Hallberg, filed the suit in Hennepin County on Monday. In the suit, he says he entered into a contract with Jarvin, LLC on March 12, in which he agreed to sell the property for $1.46 million. At the time, the bar was valued at $2.8 million, the suit says.The closing of the sale was slated for April 15.On March 23,...
Over 2,500 in Faribault lost power in storms; Xcel crews cleared 5,000 trees statewide
Several thunderstorms with winds reaching 50 mph or more left thousands of residents without power Thursday evening, but crews from Xcel Energy were on it for the city and the state at large. At least in Faribault, there were about 2,700 customers left without power just after 7 p.m., as the intense winds tore branches from trees and slammed power lines with debris. The biggest issue for the city was intersections without power for stop lights, Faribault Police Chief John Sherwin said. ...
University of Minnesota Gopher Bars/Watch Parties
Editors Note: As someone whose moved around numerous times, one thing I’m always looking for is places to find other Gophers to watch Gopher games with. I’m asking for your help to help me create an extensive list of Gopher bars across the nation. Luckily, when I lived in Dallas I randomly noticed my favorite dive Bar (Stan’s Bluenote) out of no where added a Gopher Logo which linked me up with the North Texas Alumni network to watch games. This will be an evolving list–if you have a bar/location (local to MN or anywhere else) that you’d like to add please DM me at @DevinCNelson4 on “X” and I’ll update it! (PS–I just moved to Nashville and am in the process of hunting down a Gopher Bar so if anyone is in the area hit me up and let’s Row the Boat!)
Demand Skyrockets For College Football Coach's Firing Following Week 1 Loss
Following their devastating 19-17 loss to North Carolina in Week 1, many fans are already calling for the firing of Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck. Despite the fact they have a new quarterback who was highly coveted in the transfer portal, and had been sold a dream all offseason that their ...
Maple Grove Routs Osseo 55-7 in Football Opener
In game delayed twice by rain and lightning, the Maple Grove football team won its season opener at Osseo 55-7. Chuck Langama and Dylan Vokal scored two touchdowns each while quarterback Kaden Harney threw for two scores and ran for another. The Crimson defense forced four Osseo turnovers. The Orioles...
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