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THC On Tap: Minnesota’s Breweries Embrace A New Era Of Cannabis-Infused Craft Beer!
BLOOMINGTON, MN – Minnesota breweries are making headlines with their new ability to serve THC-infused drinks on tap. This development sets Minnesota apart as the first state to explicitly allow this service, provided all required information is displayed for edibles served outside of packaging. Early Adopters Lead the Way.
Minnesota hospitals, medical systems impacted by CrowdStrike software outage
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota health care systems are working to recover after a technical outage overnight caused Microsoft systems to go down globally.The Minnesota Hospital Association, which represents hospitals across the state including Abbott Northwestern, CentraCare, and Children's Minnesota, says the outage is "reportedly impacting some electronic medical records, medical dictation applications, workforce management functions, as well as individual workstations and a limited range of medical equipment and machines."The association said that their priority is on minimizing impact on patients, and teams will contact patients directly if health appointments need to be adjusted.Allina Health said its teams are working to restore computers...
CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital Named Among State’s Top Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report has released its annual list of Minnesota's Best Hospitals, and CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital is among the top hospitals in the state. CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital was given a four star rating in Patient Experience. The hospital was honored as 'High Performing' in the fields of Orthopedics and Pulmonology.
Walz Promises Southern MN Family “Full Investigation” Into Daughter’s Death
(Pine Island, MN) — Governor Walz is promising a southern Minnesota family a full investigation into their daughter’s death. Walz visited Pine Island yesterday to talk about state resources available to new farmers. He was asked about the charges brought against Minnesota State Trooper Shane Roper following a May crash that led to the death of Owatonna’s Olivia Flores. Walz called the crash “tragic” and said the investigation is needed to determine if policy changes are needed. Roper is facing multiple charges, including manslaughter and criminal vehicular homicide.
Olmsted County Appoints New Interim Boss
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- There’s a new interim boss in Olmsted County. The appointment follows the announcement that Olmsted County Administrator Heidi Welch is set to take the County Manager position in Dakota County. Welch, who has served as the county’s administrator since 2017, will officially leave the position...
Driveway Art Fun Night returns to Byron
(ABC 6 News) — Driveway Art Fun Night returned for the fourth year as a part of Byron’s Good Neighbor Days on Friday, July 19. Thirty-two households participated in competition this year by creating works of art completely out of chalk on their driveways. Artists could pick a...
Viola man extricated from dump truck that overturned on private property
LA FARGE, Wis. – Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports that a La Farge man needed to be extricated from his vehicle on July 9 when the dump truck he was driving rolled over on private property. Sheriff Torgerson reports that on Tuesday, July 9, at approximately 11:00 a.m.,...
Quiet Minnesota Suburb Has 2nd Highest Murder Rate
The state of Minnesota has consistently ranked as one of the safest states in the U.S. for a few decades now. However, as with any state, some places are more dangerous than others. It will probably come as no surprise that Minneapolis has the highest murder per capita rate in...
CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital Named Among State’s Top Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report has released its annual list of Minnesota's Best Hospitals, and CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital is among the top hospitals in the state. CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital was given a four star rating in Patient Experience. The hospital was honored as 'High Performing' in the fields of Orthopedics and Pulmonology.
Teen Boy Airlifted to Rochester Following Stabbing at Minnesota Apartment
Mankato, MN (KROC-AM News)- A teenage boy was airlifted to Rochester following a stabbing at a southern Minnesota apartment complex. A news release issued by the Mankato Department of Public Safety says officers were dispatched to the report of the boy being stabbed in the abdomen shortly before 1:00 Friday morning.
Big Lake train derailment blocks off area as crews and authorities respond
BIG LAKE, Minn. (FOX 9) - A BNSF train derailment reported in Big Lake has closed off the area near the railway as crews and authorities respond to the wreckage. The Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office said there are no reported injuries. The incident happened at about 3:15 a.m. Saturday...
Iowa Learning Farms to Host Forestry on Tap in Clear Lake
Iowa Learning Farms, in partnership with Cerro Gordo Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and Conservation Learning Group, will host “Forestry On Tap,” Tuesday, August 6 from 6-7 p.m. at Lake Time Brewery in Clear Lake with complimentary food and beverages available for purchase beginning at 5:30pm. The...
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