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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...
7.26.24-Mark Griffith, Becky Griebel and Chad Honetschlager
Executive Director of South Central MN EMS Mark Griffith in today to talk about Legislative changes; expired EMR, EMT, Paramedic reinstatement, recruiting updates for Ribfest August 1st through the 4th for Joyride and EMS Mental Health and Wellness Conference on August 23-25. Becky Griebel, Paramedic & EMS Coordinator of South...
Taylor Library offers state park passes
NORTH MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Summer is the perfect time to get out and see local state parks. Now, North Mankato library goers have the opportunity to visit year-round for free. Since 2021, the DNR has partnered with multiple libraries around the state to offer free, 7-day passes. Taylor Library...
Greater Mankato’s Pedal Power: Bike Events for the Weekend of August 23-25
Greater Mankato is gearing up for a jam-packed weekend of cycling excitement! Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, there’s something for everyone. Let’s explore the bike events happening during the weekend of August 23-25. Sakatah Scramble:. Looking for a fun and family-friendly ride? The...
COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Reunited, and it feels so good for Kor, McGee
MANKATO — Absence makes the heart grow fonder. That proverb suits former Pipestone Area Schools three-sport athlete Arinn McGee. Now McGee will be reunited with Arrow teammate Aubrea Kor on the Bethany Lutheran College women’s basketball team for the 2024-25 season. Bethany Lutheran is an NCAA Division III...
#2 Madison Sweeps Doubleheader and Takes Series Against #1 Mankato
Thursday’s Northwoods League slate featured a doubleheader between the #1 Mankato Habaneros and the #2 Madison Night Mares. The Madison Night Mares lit up the scoreboard early scoring six runs in the second to help run up the score on the Mankato Habaneros 12-6. Mia Johnson (University of Wisconsin-Parkside) went 2-for-4 scoring once with a double and two RBI. Hilary Blomberg (University of Wisconsin-Madison) went 2-for-5 scoring once with a double, one stolen base, and one RBI. Addie Blomberg (South Dakota State University) went 2-for-3 scoring once with one RBI and two stolen bases. Haley Remington (University of Wisconsin-Parkside) went 3-for-5 scoring twice with two RBI and one stolen base. Brooke Holmes (St. Cloud State University) went 1-for-3 with a double and two RBI. Jessa Snippes (University of Minnesota) went 1-for-4 with a solo home run. Andrea Jaskowiak (University of Iowa) earned the win throwing five innings with three strikeouts allowing seven hits, four runs, and four walks.
Play Blue Earth Saturday for 13-60 League Tournament Championship Indians advance to Regions for sixth straight year
The Waterville Indians amateur baseball team won a pair of games in the 13-60 League Playoffs which propelled them into their sixth straight Region Tournament. The Indians defeated Waseca, 9-4 Saturday, July 20 and Minnesota Lake 10-3 Sunday, July 21 to advance to the 13-60 League Championship game Saturday, July 27 at 2 p.m. in Waterville. Their opponent will be Blue Earth, who defeated Wells, 11-10, and Eagle Lake, 12-7.
Minneapolis park workers strike agreement; Presidential campaigning in Minnesota
After a strike of more than three weeks, the union representing Minneapolis park workers says it’s reached a tentative contract agreement with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. And ahead of former President Donald Trump's campaign rally tomorrow, Minnesota Democrats will hold a vote-canvassing event for Vice President Kamala...
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