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One of Minnesota’s JC Penney Stores Has Closed Permanently
It's been a moment of closings in Minnesota lately. A movie theater in Rochester just shuttered for good. And now, a JC Penney store in the Land of 10,000 Lakes has closed permanently. Another JC Penney Store Has Closed in Minnesota. When one of the places where a core memory...
Teens 4-Hers have 8 days to bring story, song and dance all together ahead of the State Fair
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — A week before the Minnesota State fair begins, story, song and dance come together on stage inside the 4-H building after just 8 days.Teen 4-Hers from across Minnesota write, build sets, make costumes, run music and tech, and rehearse this year's state fair Arts-In musical, "Wonder Full.""We just cram it all in, work really hard, have some fun," said Kirstin Delp, Minnesota 4-H State Arts-In Director.Delp has directed the show at the state fair for over 20 years and she performed on the same stage as a student participant in the 80s.There are 51 4Hers...
Minneapolis community voices concern over local homeless encampment
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Minneapolis residents are expressing concerns about a homeless encampment linked to drug sales and a fatal shooting. Police responded to two incidents at the camp, including reports of a fight and an injured woman, but were unable to locate the individuals involved. Neighbors have been trying to clear the encampment themselves, citing issues with drug use and crime.
Häagen-Dazs® Shops Introduces New Pumpkin Spice Dazzler and Celebrates Return of Fall-Favorite Pumpkin Spice Shake
August 26, 2024 // Franchising.com // MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Häagen-Dazs® Shops invites guests to savor the season with the debut of the all-new Pumpkin Spice Dazzler and the return of the beloved Pumpkin Spice Shake. These limited-time fall offerings will be available at shops across the nation beginning September 1 through November 14.
Minnesota woman brings home the Cornhole World Championship title
MINNEAPOLIS — Inside the Minnesota National Guard Armory in Northeast Minneapolis, bags are flying and kids are playing. It's home for the Hmong Cornhole Club, which was founded three years ago and is now the largest cornhole club in the state."It's so crazy how big we've gotten. When we first started, we have 15 to 20 people, and now we're averaging 60 to 90," co-founder Alan Lee said. Alan Lee first discovered cornhole in Kuwait. He's served in the Minnesota National Guard for 20 years."I was first introduced by my squad leader back in 2007 when we were deployed. I was...
Black Entrepreneur State Fair wants to elevate Black-owned businesses
MINNEAPOLIS — The Black Entrepreneur State Fair hopes to boost business for over 60 Black-owned businesses in the Twin Cities. “All of the businesses that are involved in this event are very underinvested, so this is a big platform for economic development for these Black businesses,” said Destinee Shelby, the founder and CEO of Black Entrepreneur State Fair.
Molter's grocery store is closing
There have been numerous questions on the status of Molter’s Fresh Market grocery store in town and whether or not the store is closing. Over the past month or so, shelves have slowly been getting emptier and emptier and the deli inside was closed for business last week permanently.
Burnsville native Rozek is bright spot for Saints in loss to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre
Saints starter Aaron Rozek took the loss in the Saints’ 5-2 loss to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders on Sunday afternoon at CHS Field, but the 29-year-old Burnsville native was one of few bright spots for the home team on an otherwise gloomy day.Rozek retired the first 10 batters he faced before a double and a single […]
Women’s Soccer suffers home setback against Minnesota
St. Thomas women's soccer team suffered a disappointing 4-1 loss to Minnesota, dropping to a record of 0-2-1. The match, which started early to avoid the afternoon heat, featured an aggressive Gophers offense that scored three goals before the Tommies managed a response. Abby Hoiska netted the sole goal for St. Thomas in the 78th minute, assisted by Molly Knoblauch. Minnesota showcased a strong performance, dominating both in shots and corner kicks, further compounded by the absence of senior captain Abby Brantner due to suspension.
Gopher soccer wins at St. Thomas 4-1
(St. Paul, MN) — Highlighted by a Khyah Harper hat-trick, the University of Minnesota soccer team defeated the University of St. Thomas 4-1 at South Soccer Field on Sunday afternoon. The Gophers (2-0-0, 0-0-0 B1G) were led by Harper who registered three goals and an assist over the Tommies...
One Hurt in Two Vehicle Crash Near Zimmerman
ZIMMERMAN ( WJON News) -- One person was hurt in a two-vehicle crash in Sherburne County. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened just before 8:00 p.m. Sunday on Highway 169 near Zimmerman. Both vehicles were traveling north in the right lane when they collided causing one of the vehicles to roll.
Magic Johnson brutally trolls Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards after he insisted NBA players previously lacked ‘skill’
NBA Hall of Famer Magic Johnson only has time for fellow champions. In a recent interview with ESPN star Stephen A. Smith, five-time NBA champion Johnson responded to a controversial claim made recently by All-Star Anthony Edwards. The Minnesota Timberwolves star, 23, claimed in an interview with the Wall Street Journal that, unlike today, NBA […]
Vikings Rookie Continues to Steal the Spotlight
The Vikings’ 2024 draft class was top-heavy from the jump, with J.J. McCarthy and Dallas Turner joining the club in the first round as the only two players in the first three rounds. The quarterback has been placed on IR after his unfortunate knee injury, while Turner has shined in his few preseason opportunities. He will be an exciting player to watch once the regular season begins.
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