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Waseca County board hears about regional transportation needs
Though the Minnesota Legislature has invested a growing amount of money into road improvements, projections suggest it won’t be enough to stem further decline in the quality of southwest Minnesota roads, according to staff from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The Waseca County Board of Commissioners heard a broad overview of the state of the region’s road network courtesy of officials from MnDOT’s District 7, which covers 13 counties across southwest Minnesota and is headquartered in Mankato, by far the largest city in the district. ...
DUI Checkpoints Used In Most States, But What About Minnesota?
For many years law enforcement has used DUI checkpoints as a tool to combat drunk driving. The federal government allows states to decide if they are legal or not. Most of the 50 states do allow DUI Checkpoints. What is a DUI checkpoint?. A DUI checkpoint is a roadblock set...
SCSU to host learning and technology summit for Minnesota educators
St. Cloud State University will host the Minnesota Learning Commons (MnLC) 2024 Learning and Technology Summit on Aug. 8, showcasing the University’s commitment to continually support innovative teaching practices. The summit brings together educators from Minnesota State, the University of Minnesota and the Minnesota Department of Education/Pk12 school districts,...
Historic Minnesota Town Listed As Poorest in the Entire State
According to recent studies, Minnesota has withstood the rise of inflation better than most states in the U.S. However, that doesn't mean that some towns in the Land of Ten Thousand Lakes aren't struggling mightily. 247 Wall Street recently released its report on the poorest town in every state, and...
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.
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...
Minneapolis city, community leaders speak on hazardous vacant building ordinance
MINNEAPOLIS — City and community leaders in Minneapolis on Monday detailed an ordinance that addresses hazardous vacant buildings. Last week, the Minneapolis City Council unanimously passed the ordinance that places a time limit on the eligibility for a building to be on the vacant building registry. At a late morning news conference held outside a former Burger King restaurant, City Council members Robin Wonsley and Jeremiah Ellison, along with community leaders, spoke on the ordinance."Vacant buildings — inactive buildings — they're a hazard. They're a health hazard, they're a safety hazard to the communities that we live in," Ellison said. Ellison says that, traditionally, there's been a flat fine for these vacant buildings, which many property owners have been paying. Ellison says it's helped encourage some property owners to make their buildings active, but problems persist. "Some folks just take the fee as the cost of doing business," Ellison said, noting the condition of the former Burger King restaurant behind him. Ellison says the City Council has looked into ways to "fairly and adequately" increase the fees for vacant buildings and "creating a pathway" to getting these vacant buildings back to an active status. This is a developing story, check back here for updates.
Northern Minnesota Faces Potential Severe Storms Today, Small Hail
Duluth, MN – Northern Minnesota is bracing for potential severe weather today, with showers and thunderstorms expected to develop throughout the region. According to the US National Weather Service Duluth, there is a 50-90% chance of thunderstorms, some of which may be strong with small hail, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall. High temperatures will range from 72 to 82 degrees.
Wren Warne-Jacobsen Defends U.S. Collegiate Championships Title
Wren Warne-Jacobsen won her second consecutive women’s senior title at the 2024 U.S. Collegiate Figure Skating Championships & Invitational this past weekend in Richfield, Minnesota. Joonsoo Kim achieved his first gold and second senior medal at the U.S. Collegiate Championships while Bailey Onixt and Solomon Bristol stood on top...
Histosonics plans expansion in Minnesota
HistoSonics develops a histotripsy treatment for liver tumor procedures. Last year, the FDA granted de novo authorization for its Edison system and novel histotripsy therapy platforms. The report says HistoSonics plans to nearly double the size of its headquarters as it seeks a conditional use permit amendment from the city....
Explore Cleary Lake at Dusk, Sunset Canoeing Experience for Enthusiasts on August 3
Seeking a tranquil escape on the water as the sun dips below the horizon? Cleary Lake Regional Park is the go-to spot for paddlers on Saturday, August 3, from 6:30–8:30 PM, as detailed by Scott County Minnesota. In a serene call to nature, you're invited to push off the shores and glide across the calm waters in a canoe, with assistance just a paddle's length away from the park's Outdoor Recreation School instructors.
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