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Like Tim Walz, we were also wrongly accused of abusing our special needs son
The internet is currently in an uproar over accusations that Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz supposedly abused Gus, his neurodivergent teen son, while onstage and on camera as his family joined him after his acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention. Based only on a brief moment of Walz tugging on his son’s hand, commentators declared Walz an abuser with a secret rage problem. This misreading was so misguided even Snopes.com, a website devoted to fact-checking rumors, issued an unequivocal statement: “Online users wrongly claimed a video showed Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz physically abusing his son, Gus, at the 2024 Democratic National Convention.”
Why Harris-Walz campaign won’t let Project 2025 go: ‘Screw the middle class’
Building upon the momentum of the Democratic National Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) are hammering former President Donald Trump over his alleged ties to the conservative blueprint Project 2025 in the run-up to the Sept. 10 presidential debate. The Democratic ticket announced a new ad series Wednesday morning using funding […]
Optimism Soars for Mankato East Football with Strong Returnees
The Mankato East football team aims to improve on last year's 3-6 record, with senior running back Zach Bosse as a pivotal player after transitioning from slot back to tailback. Coach Eric Davis highlights Bosse's adaptability and leadership as strengths, as he joins a solid offensive line comprised of returning starters. Quarterback Ganden Gosch and slot receiver Brogan Madson also return, bringing substantial experience and performance from the previous season to enhance the team's offensive options. The Cougars will leverage their multiple returning starters and experienced leadership to seek better results this season, starting with their opener against St. Louis Park.
Eagle Scout gives back to the community
New Ulm, Minn. (KEYC) - Giving back and leadership are just two topics a New Ulm Eagle Scout is focused on achieving. And he was able to do just that with the partnership of the City’s Parks and Recreation director. Ryan Martinka is not short of learning new things...
Marek brothers retire law firm in Montgomery
Marek Law Office & Tax Service ended a long continued service for the Montgomery area on June 30, spanning 50 years from 1975-2024. William Marek, a 1969 New Prague High School Graduate, initially thought he wanted to be a high school teacher in math or science. He started his college education as such at Mankato State University.
Sturgeon Lake public water access is first modernization project using new funding
Minnesota DNR celebrates upgrades to busy boat launch as part of statewide initiative. Public water accesses operated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources need significant investment to make them accessible to all users, meet the needs of modern watercraft, improve protection of public waters from stormwater runoff and invasive species, and enhance climate resilience.
High School Football Results and More (Thursday August 29)
Football: Tech 38, Cambridge-Isanti 6 Rogers 20, Sartell-St. Stephen 0 Albany 14, New London-Spicer 7 (Boone Roemeling threw for 80 yards and for a pair of touchdown for Albany. Drew Lehner led the Huskies with 59 yards rushing). H...
What to Know About Opening Bear, Teal, Goose and Dove Seasons
The opening of bear, teal, goose and dove seasons are Sunday in Minnesota. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. It may seem odd that these seasons start on a Sunday but Schmitt explains the earliest these seasons can start based on framework set up by the Fish & Wildlife Service is September 1.
U of M professor offers advice on cellphone policies as students return to class
MINNEAPOLIS — As thousands of students across Minnesota go back to school next week, the one thing they likely won’t forget is their cellphone. Banning cellphones in classrooms is a hot topic, but by next March, every school district in the state will need to have a cellphone policy in place.
Political leaders weigh in on the housing market as we approach the election
ROCHESTER, Minn. - The housing market is a hotly contested issue in Rochester, but also in this year's presidential election. The Harris-Walz campaign says it is going to do something about it while Republicans say - why hasn't Harris done this in the last 3 and a half years. A...
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