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Rochester man arrested for shotgun threat
ROCHESTER, Minn. – A man has been arrested after reportedly threatening another person with a shotgun. The Rochester Police Department says officers were called to the 1700 block of 8 ½ Street SE around 7:15 pm Sunday to investigate threats of violence involving a firearm. Police say they...
Weekend fire damages a recycling facility in Stewartville
STEWARTVILLE, Minn. – A fire broke out Saturday morning at a recycling facility in Stewartville. Firefighters were called to LRS Waste Management at 943 2nd Avenue SE at around 7:06 am. The Stewartville Fire Department says crews arrived at the scene to find a steel building full of recycling...
New Law Allows Minnesota Breweries to Sell THC Drinks on Tap
A new law took effect on July 1st, 2024 in Minnesota that now allows breweries to sell hemp-derived, THC-infused drinks on tap. This is big news for breweries who already were making and selling their own THC drinks in cans. THC on Tap at Minnesota Breweries. Plenty of breweries across...
Minnesota LEMA President alarmed by 15% increase in officer deaths so far this year
CRYSTAL, MINN. — Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association President Brian Hubbard of Crystal says every officer goes to work every day knowing they may be called to make the ultimate sacrifice. But he says, “When it actually happens I think we are freshly reminded, both us and our families, of the potential of that sacrifice. And so I think it always becomes a vivid reminder especially when it happens close to home.”
Wrong-Way Driver on I-90 Injured in Southeast Minnesota Crash With Semi
Houston, MN (KROC-AM News)- A wrong-way driver was taken to a hospital following a crash involving a semi in southeast Minnesota over the weekend. An SUV collided with the semi on Interstate 90 in Winona County. The State Patrol responded to the two-vehicle crash shortly after 10:15 Sunday night. The...
1 arrested for possession, warrant and other reports
Police arrested Francisco Jose Guerrero, 23, on local charges of felony fifth-degree possession and a Mower County warrant at 1:05 a.m. Sunday at 134 W. William St. Juveniles cited for curfew violations Three juveniles were cited for curfew violations at 2:32 a.m. Friday near Fairlane Terrace and Garfield Avenue. Possible burglary reported Police received a […] The post 1 arrested for possession, warrant and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
New Law Allows Minnesota Breweries to Sell THC Drinks on Tap
A new law took effect on July 1st, 2024 in Minnesota that now allows breweries to sell hemp-derived, THC-infused drinks on tap. This is big news for breweries who already were making and selling their own THC drinks in cans. THC on Tap at Minnesota Breweries. Plenty of breweries across...
An Iowa Baker is Competing on a New Netflix Show [WATCH]
If you're a fan of baking and cooking shows, there's a new Netflix series on the way that you might want to check out. Thanks to a recent article from the Iowa City Press Citizen, we learned that an Iowa baker by the name of Eileen Gannon is set to compete on Blue Ribbon Baking Championship! The series will debut just in time for the Iowa State Fair.
Local families, Community Pathways supporters gather for annual fundraiser
Community Pathways of Steele has forged many strong relationships in the community, with individuals, businesses and other nonprofits. One night out of the year offers Community Pathways staff and volunteers the opportunity to join with some of their most committed supporters for food, drinks and good times. The nonprofit hosted Pathways Palooza, its annual fundraiser, Friday evening at the Steele County Fairgrounds Beer Garden, with proceeds going to provide food...
10 year operating levy on Nov. ballot for Byron residents
BYRON, Minn. - After a miscalculation and the increasing costs of insurance and other school needs, Byron residents will be seeing an operating levy on the ballot in the November election this year. The Byron school board unanimously voted to put a 10 year operating referendum of $800 per pupil...
Homeowners warned about 'storm chasers' following damaging hail
ST MICHAEL, Minnesota — Fast winds, hail, rain, thunder and lightning lit up parts of Minnesota this past weekend. As many homeowners pick up the pieces from the severe weather, residents in Big Lake reported so-called "storm chasers" were out going door to door. The Better Business Bureau refers to storm chasers as illegitimate contractors who seek to exploit victims of severe weather.
MnDOT wants to know what you think as it expands EV charging stations
MINNESOTA, USA — Where do you want to see more electric vehicle fast charging stations? That is what the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) wants to know. A new survey is launched asking people a number of questions, including if you own or plan to buy an EV, how many miles you drive a day, barriers to owning an EV, and where you think EV fast charging stations should be placed.
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