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Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan tells those seeking abortions "you are welcome here"
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — As Iowa prepares to enact one of the nation's strictest abortion laws, elected officials in Minnesota are ensuring out of state abortion seekers they are welcome to visit and access services. On Monday, Iowa will enact its ban on most abortions beyond six weeks, before many women know they are pregnant. On Thursday, Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Bloomington Mayor Tim Busse toured abortion provider Whole Women's Health Alliance in Bloomington. "I'm really honored to be here," Flanagan said after she and others toured the facility. "Sometimes the stigma that is attached to abortion care...
Despite Trump claim and 2020 tweet showing support, Harris never donated to Minnesota Freedom Fund
MINNEAPOLIS — Former President Donald Trump is using a 2022 Minnesota murder case to attack Vice President Kamala Harris.Trump claims Harris helped raise millions and personally donated to a fund that got extra support to bail out protestors in the aftermath of George Floyd's death."One of the dangerous criminals Kamala helped bail out of jail was Shawn Michael Tillman," Trump said at a rally in Charlotte, North Carolina. "You know that name. A repeat offender who, with Harris's help, was set free. He then went on to murder a man on a train platform in St. Paul, Minnesota, shooting him...
Habitat announces the addition of three new board members
(Alexandria, MN)--Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County recently elected three new Board Directors: Tim Madson, Bobbie Jo Sellnow, and Janelle Wunderlich. “We are delighted to welcome Tim, Bobbie Jo, and Janelle to the Habitat Board,” said Executive Director Lori Anderson. “Their combined experience and expertise will be invaluable as we strengthen our impact in the county. Each of them brings unique insights and skills which will enhance our strategic initiatives and help us achieve our goal to build and serve more.”
Read All About It! Large Book Sale In Cold Spring
Do you love to read? I've been buying the Dune series of books, and each one of the books ranges from $16 to $21. If you love to read, you'll want to take advantage of this big book sale this weekend, where you can get great reads from some of the most popular authors for as low as $1 per book.
Massman Companies Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facility
Massman Companies proudly announced the successful grand opening of their new 72,000-square-foot facility located on 80 acres of land in Alexandria, MN. The private event on Thursday, July 25, was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony, luncheon, and guided tours. Massman Companies CEO Jeff Hohn, Alexandria Area Economic Development Director Nicole...
Minnesota Bankers Association chair champions community impact, highlights Howard Lake net-zero library project
Andy Schornack, the newly elected Chair of the Minnesota Bankers Association (MBA), took office on June 11 with a message of collaboration and community engagement. Schornack, president of Security Bank & Trust Co. of Glencoe, urged member banks to share stories that showcase their positive impact on local communities. One...
White Sidewalls takes everyone back to the 50s and 60s on the DC Courthouse lawn
(Alexandria, MN)--The White Sidewalls, and their oldies hits from the 1950s and 1960s, brought in the largest crowd of the season, so far, on Thursday evening on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn in Alexandria. It was a picture perfect evening of great songs and memories for the Summer Concert Series put on by the Red Willow Arts Coalition.
Legacy of the Lakes Benefit Advisors ribbon cutting took place on Thursday
(Alexandria, MN)--Legacy of the Lakes Benefits Advisors, formerly known as AFLAC (Anderson), held a ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 25 to celebrate its rebrand and new office space in the Cedar Building located at 700 Cedar St., Ste. 185. Legacy of the Lakes Benefits Advisors, owned by Terry Anderson, now...
KXRA turns 75 on Saturday, debuting on the air on July 27, 1949
(Alexandria, MN)--Happy birthday KXRA this weekend! It was on July 27, 1949 that KXRA officially went on the air bringing music, news, and entertainment to the area in their homes, cars and businesses. On Thursday, Open Line celebrated that milestone with some key people who helped make the station successful...
Weekly Log: Alexandria’s “KOOL TV” Shuts Down
Alexandria-based “KOOL TV,” which had aired on Selective TV’s K21GN-D/21.1 and streamed online, has shut down. The channel had offered a weeknight newscast hosted by veteran broadcaster Mark Anthony and a lineup of syndicated programming. In a note on its website, the station says, “Thank you viewers and advertisers. It has been an honor bringing local TV to Greater Minnesota. We are now signing off…Goodbye Friends!”
Several Events Planned for Downtown St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The next Art Crawl in downtown St. Cloud is coming up on Friday, August 23rd. In advance of that, there is an effort being organized to help spruce up the area. Downtown Alliance Director Rachel Lolmasteymaugh says anyone is welcome to pitch in. We would...
Rendezvous Axe-throwing opens in Willmar
(Willmar MN-) A new recreational outlet is now officially open in Willmar. Victoria and Hans Hibma are purchasing the old Tom Thumb and laundry mat building on West Highway 12, and have turned the former convenience store and church into Rendezvous Axe Throwing. Victoria says they had a soft opening earlier this month, and their Grand Opening was Thursday...
Olympic Watch Party Planned for Alise Post Willoughby
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- St. Cloud's Alise Post Willoughby will be going for the gold again at this year's Olympic Games. Details of a watch party to help cheer her on have just been released. Watch parties are planned for both Thursday and Friday, August 1st and 2nd at noon at the Ultimate Sports Bar and Grill in Waite Park.
"Mouse Trap" is up for adoption this week at the Pope County Humane Society
(Glenwood, MN)--The Pope County Humane Society has this week's Pet of the Week with a friendly cat by the name of "Mouse Trap" Oh boy, oh boy! I LOVE making new friends! If you’re looking for someone to talk to, cuddle with, and be your shadow, then I’m the girl for you! If you’re looking for a best friend, look no further!
Four-Vehicle Pileup Injures Three People Near Buffalo
CHATHAM TOWNSHIP (WJON News) -- A four-vehicle crash in Wright County Friday morning injured three people. The crash happened on Highway 55 at Wright County Road 12 just before 7:00 a.m. The vehicles were all traveling eastbound on Highway 55 just outside of Buffalo when they collided. The Minnesota State...
Kernels lose walkoff heartbreaker; will host Maple Plain in first round of playoffs
HUTCHINSON – TheCokato Kernels lost a heartbreaker to Hutchinson to end North Star League play. Cokato held a 4-2 lead after eight innings, as ace Steve Schmitt kept the potent Huskies lineup at bay. Unfortunately, in the bottom of the ninth the Huskies’ Marcus Hahn hit a grand slam...
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