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Here's when you can see the Perseid meteor shower in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS — The peak of a popular summer meteor shower is coming up this weekend.The Perseids, one of the best shows of the year, are already underway. However the most dazzling part of the display takes place Aug. 11 and Aug. 12.The show will compete with the light from a waxing crescent moon that won't set until a little before 11 p.m.Therefore, the best time to catch the meteor shower will be after 11 p.m. Sunday until dawn and 11 p.m. Monday until dawn.Even with the moon, NASA says up to 100 meteors could be visible each hour. They say you can look in any direction, but they'll be originating in the northeast sky from the constellation Perseus.The NEXT Weather forecast is calling for a partly cloudy sky Sunday night with evening temperatures falling through the 60s. Fewer clouds are expected Monday night.The Perseids will continue through Aug. 24.
REGION 12C TOURNAMENT: Koskie family leads Loretto to thrilling comeback win over Hutchinson
DASSEL – With a name like Koskie, it has to be good. The Koskie name was a big part of what took place as the Loretto Larks took on the Hutchinson Huskies in a Region 12C state qualifier/elimination game. Down by four runs entering the ninth inning, the Larks rallied to tie the game and then in the top of the 11th completed the comeback for a thrilling 8-6 win in 11 innings Aug. 9.
Fox News Host Laura Ingraham Eviscerated for Claiming Milwaukee Is in Minnesota: 'It's Time to Step Down'
Fox News host Laura Ingraham got backlash for claiming she knows "Minnesota well," though she mixed it up with neighboring state of Wisconsin when criticizing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.First, Ingraham said Kamala Harris' VP pick has a "tiny brain" and slammed his handling of the aftermath of George Floyd's murder in his state.“Sure, Tim Walz was a popular teacher but listen to him for five minutes on YouTube and you realize why so many high schoolers don’t know much about the constitution. They learn from people like Walz," she said. Laura Ingraham: If you know Minnesota well, and I know...
Oldest U.S. Latino advocacy group breaks tradition to endorse Harris, Walz
The League of United Latin American Citizens advocacy group broke with its longstanding tradition of not issuing presidential endorsements on Friday to back the Democratic 2024 ticket of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.
Minnesota’s Own SPAM Helps Maui Fire Victims with New Merch Drop
SPAM is an international food brand that has its roots in Minnesota and to this day, SPAM still calls the state home, so it must be that "Minnesota Nice" that is behind this latest effort to help the Maui fire victims. This week marks the one-year anniversary of the Lahaina...
Gophers football game-by-game look shows the difficulty — and the major opportunities
The Gophers face an immediate test vs. North Carolina. The Big Ten slate includes Iowa, UCLA, USC, Penn State, Wisconsin and others who’ve given Minnesota fits. Gophers football game-by-game look shows the difficulty — and the major opportunities. Located in Litchfield, MN we deliver the latest in local...
Gophers QB Max Brosmer plays online chess 10-15 times daily to help keep his mind sharp
The Gophers are counting on new quarterback Max Brosmer’s quick decision making and accuracy, and he’ll face a learning curve, coming from New Hampshire. Gophers QB Max Brosmer plays online chess 10-15 times daily to help keep his mind sharp. Located in Litchfield, MN we deliver the latest...
Kandiyohi County Fair wraps up Saturday
(Willmar MN-) Today is the final day of the 2024 Kandiyohi County Fair in Willmar. Fair Board Member David McLain says the grandstand tonight will feature the NTPA Tractor and Truck Pull... Your browser does not support the audio element. ...Saturday is kid's day at the fair...there's a pedal tractor...
New London to New Brighton Antique Car Run taking place Saturday
(New London MN-) The 38th Annual New London to New Brighton Antique Car Run takes place today. Bruce Van Sloun of Minnetonka is President of the New London to New Brighton Antique Car Run Association, and says the ancient vehicles began leaving Peace Lutheran Church in New London at 7 a.m. Van Sloun says initially there were 45 vehicles entered into this year's event, but some had to drop out due to mechanical difficulties...
Man injured in fall from roof near Hector
(Hector MN-) A Paynesville man was seriously injured after falling from a roof near Hector Friday morning. The Renville County Sheriff's Department says 35-year-old Jerman Lieser was working on the roof at a farm site on County Road 11, north of Hector, at 07:56 AM, when he fell about 9 feet from a roof and hit his head on a scissor lift. Lieser suffered serious injuries from the fall and was flown to a trauma center. Assisting at the scene included the Renville County Sheriff’s Office, Hector Ambulance, Hector Fire & Rescue, Minnesota State Patrol, and North Memorial Air Care.
The Story of Browerville; Reunion Planned for Waite Park
Browerville is a small town of 839 people in Central Minnesota north of Sauk Centre along Highway 71 in Todd County. Browerville was platted in 1882 and was named for Jacob V. Brower. He lived from 1844 - 1905 and was a noted conservationist and is considered to be the father of Itasca State Park and the Minnesota State Park system. Browerville was incorporated in 1884.
Teen hospitalized after boat sinks near Battle Lake
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MN — One teen boy is hospitalized after a boat sank in Deer Lake, near the town of Battle Lake. The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office says they learned of the incident at approximately 9:41 p.m. On arrival, deputies say four teens were found in the water, with the 911 caller pulling the teens from the lake and bringing them to shore. Three of the teens were uninjured, but another was transported to Lake Region Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Delano gripped by Minnesota Millionaire Raffle winner mystery
DELANO, Minn. — The Minnesota Lottery says someone has yet to claim their $1 million prize for winning the Minnesota Millionaire Raffle earlier this year.Two winning tickets were sold for the New Year's Day drawing: one at the Coborn's Marketplace in Delano and the other at the Kwik Trip in Dundas.On Monday, lottery officials announced the Dundas winner had anonymously claimed their prize. Families in Delano tell WCCO they haven't heard a peep about who the other winner might be, but there are some theories about why they haven't claimed their cash. "Talking to a lawyer, being smart, or already have plans for...
"Autism Mom" brings locks to Sutton from Minnesota
SUTTON, MASS (WJAR) — A Minnesota mother of four children – three of them with autism – is in Southern New England to pass out locks on Sunday at the police station in Sutton, Massachusetts. Sheletta Brundidge says she’s providing the locks free of charge and hopes...
Everything Las Vegas Raiders Coach Antonio Pierce Said Post Minnesota Vikings Game
Moments ago, after the conclusion of the Las Vegas Raiders vs. Minnesota Vikings preseason game, Coach Antonio Pierce addressed the media, and we have everything he said for you.
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