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Low Prices Continue Pressure on Farm Income
(NAFB) – Farmers are on track to harvest some of their biggest corn and soybean crops ever. The Federal Reserve’s Beige Book says the ongoing decline in commodity prices is putting farm income in questionable territory. “Regional Fed banks in Chicago and Minneapolis say the farm income outlook had weakened in recent months,” the Beige Book says. “Agricultural conditions in the Kansas City Fed’s District says farmers faced headwinds from weak crop prices.”
Minneapolis Police Department Hosts Recruitment Information Session Amidst Drive for Reform
For those considering a career in law enforcement, the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) is opening its doors to provide insight into joining their ranks. Today, July 22nd at 5:30 pm, the MPD will hold an information session tailored for potential recruits at the Special Operations Center located at 4119 Dupont Ave N. As per a recent Facebook announcement, the department highlights the opportunity for those with a two or four-year degree and eligibility to be POST licensed, describing the Recruit Program as an ideal pathway into their service.
Josiah Strong to Continue Basketball Career in Europe
2018 Champlin Park High School graduate Josiah Strong is continuing his basketball career overseas. The 24-year old Brooklyn Park native leaves next month to play for HKK Siroki in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Strong started his college career at the Naval Academy, eventually earning his undergraduate degree in sports management at...
Minneapolis kicks off 4th annual Black Business Week
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis got a head start on August's National Black Business Month, kicking off its fourth annual Black Business Week Monday. City leaders said the week-long observance focuses on the ongoing effort to support, highlight, educate and empower local Black entrepreneurs and business owners. "Uplifting and connecting Black...
Video shows Xcel Energy truck smash into Minneapolis business
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - New surveillance video shows a studio owner narrowly escaping injury when the driver of an Xcel Energy truck crashed into his business last week in Minneapolis. The truck careened into Supply Studio, an art studio along Hennepin Avenue near 7th Street SE last Wednesday. Luckily, no...
MapleBrook Soccer Club 19 Boys Fall to Academy Sports Club at USA Cup
In the USA Cup semifinal match-up of the boys under 19 gold division, the MapleBrook Soccer Club fell to Academy Sports Club by a score of 3-0. Goalkeeper Evan Martin kept MapleBrook in the game in the first half with a few nice stops, but ASC got on the board with a goal from Jakub Rus.
Extreme savers target mid-thirties retirement
Tanner Firl, a software engineer from Minneapolis, and his wife Isabel aim to retire in their mid-thirties. At 29, Tanner already has more than $380,000 saved from his annual $135,000 salary. The couple, known as “extreme savers,” adhere to a strict budget and invest heavily in low-cost index funds and real estate.
2024 Minnesota State Hall of Fame Class Announced
MANKATO, Minn. --- The Minnesota State Athletic Department has selected nine individuals and one team for the school's Hall of Fame ceremonies which will take place on Friday, October 4. New members of the Hall of Fame in the student-athlete category include Shane Joseph (men's hockey, '04), Lindsay Erickson (softball,...
Multiple Suspects in Custody After ATM Robbery and Police Chase in Brooklyn Park
Chaos unfolded during the evening of July 19 when multiple suspects allegedly committed a robbery in the 8400 block of Zane Ave N. As reported by an online alert, the individuals targeted a person who was in the midst of replenishing an ATM with cash around 8:40 pm. In a desperate bid to escape, the suspects took off in a vehicle, which soon caught the attention of law enforcement officers.
Hennepin (MN) EMS Seeks Paramedic Diversity to Boost Outcomes for Minority Patients
Infinity Beatty-Metcalfe’s graduation Friday from Hennepin Healthcare’s paramedic trainee program may have been destiny, but it was a delayed one for the 31-year-old. She pushed herself after growing up in foster care to become an emergency medical technician (EMT) at 19, but burned out from the intensity and frequency of ambulance runs in St. Louis, Mo. She had been inspired after witnessing the heroism of paramedics who brought a baby born prematurely to a hospital via helicopter. But paramedic training seemed impossible while working to pay bills and starting a family.
Davis resigns as head baseball coach, teacher after 36 years
Bruce Davis, a jovial man, decided a few weeks ago to resign as head baseball coach for Tri-City United High School after 37 years in the position. “I really don’t have any reasons to retire. I still love coaching. Last spring was as much fun coaching as any season,” said Davis.
Man gravely injured in stabbing on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — A man may not survive after being stabbed in downtown Minneapolis late Sunday night, police said.The stabbing occurred just before 11 p.m. on the 1300 block of Nicollet Mall, the Minneapolis Police Department said. The man was hospitalized with a life-threatening wound.Police said they have "limited information" about what happened, but they are investigating.No one has been arrested as of Monday morning.
Former Vikings star could return home thanks to ties with JJ McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings will face some uncertainty in their passing attack for the first time in six seasons after allowing quarterback Kirk Cousins to sign with the Atlanta Falcons during free agency. In 2024, the Vikings will see fresh faces at the quarterback position. The Vikings drafted Michigan quarterback J.J....
Manhattan man dies after violent rollover crash
HARRISON COUNTY, MO. –A Manhattan man died in an accident just before 5p.m. Sunday in Harrison County, Missouri. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2012 Kia Sorento driven by Karam J. Bedros, 65, Woodbury, Minnesota, was southbound on Interstate 35 seven miles north of Eagleville. The SUV traveled...
Twins get screwed by lame loophole in fan interference rule vs. Brewers
While most eyes in Twins Territory were fixed 1,100 miles away from Target Field and on Joe Mauer's Hall of Fame induction speech, some chaos broke out in the Twins-Brewers game. Milwaukee took a late lead in the eighth inning on a Rhys Hoskins home run that initially looked like...
The Minnesota Vikings Are the Most Disrespected NFL Team
The NFC North is set to be one of the most interesting divisions this upcoming season filled with questions. The Chicago Bears have a new quarterback in Caleb Williams, the Green Bay Packers will be looking to build off last season’s hype with Jordan Love, and the Detroit Lions will be looking to go back to the NFC Championship Game. And then there is the Minnesota Vikings, a team that the media has seemingly forgotten about, and it’s to a point where they are being disrespected.
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