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Is burning wood or trash ‘carbon free’? The utilities want you to think so
A Minnesota law passed in 2023 directed the state’s utilities to generate all of their electricity from “carbon free” sources by 2040 — an aggressive goal meant to make Minnesota a leader in climate adaptation. Now, regulators are grappling with how to implement the plan approved by DFL lawmakers and signed by Gov. Tim Walz while […]
Mental health patients experience delays, study shows
MINNESOTA, USA — Health experts say a new study confirmed what they already know: Some folks don't get the care they need when they need it. Delays in mental health services not only impact patients, but the systems that care for them, according to a study from the Minnesota Department of Health and Wilder Research.
Tuesday marks deadline for MN state primary voter pre-registration
MINNEAPOLIS — Planning to cast your vote in Minnesota's primary election next month? State officials want to remind you the deadline to pre-register is fast approaching. While voters in Minnesota do have the luxury of registering on the day of the election, pre-registration could potentially save you time at the ballot box.
UMN develops new list of recommended species to make forests more resilient
At a seminar on Monday, an expert shared the University of Minnesota Extension’s climate-ready woodlands program. The list of tree species the program provided would help woodland stewards and owners in northern Minnesota better understand what species they can plant to help forests adapt to the changing climate. Anna...
10-Digit Dialing Coming to Minnesota Area Code 507
PERHAM, Minn. — The deadline is approaching for residents within the 507 area code in Minnesota to. begin using the 10-digit dialing standard. Starting July 30, 2024, all local calls made within the region must be placed using 10 digits (area code. plus the 7-digit telephone number). From July...
Minnesota police union files complaint against Hennepin Co. attorney for "unethical behavior" in Ryan Londregan case
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association has filed a formal complaint against Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty, alleging she acted unethically in prosecuting a state trooper who shot and killed a driver during a traffic stop.The police union's complaint, filed with the Lawyers Professional Responsibility Board Tuesday, alleged Moriarty and her office "violated several of the Minnesota Rules of Professional Conduct" in charging Minnesota State Patrol trooper Ryan Londregan."Moriarty's conduct is beneath the dignity of her office. Yet rather than acknowledge her errors in judgment or the deficiencies in the process she oversaw, Moriarty has repeatedly called...
Buckle up, kids! New Minnesota laws take effect Aug. 1, including child car seat changes
ST PAUL, Minn — In the dead of every Minnesota summer, a laundry list of laws passed by state lawmakers comes alive. For parents, one particular set of rules will stand out for how kids should sit down in the backseat of their cars. Starting Aug. 1, the Minnesota...
Austin man charged with rape; prosecution files intent to seek aggravated sentence
(ABC 6 News) – An Austin man faces three 1st-degree criminal sexual conduct–injury, use of coercion charges in Mower County Court. Allen Thomas Gartner, 38, was released from Mower County Custody on $100,000 bail with conditions July 11. On Tuesday, July 23, the Mower County Attorney’s Office filed...
Jiu-jitsu studio opens in Owatonna
Whether they came out on top of their matches or ended up pinned to the mat, the first students of The Flow Lab walked away with smiles on their faces. The newly opened martial arts studio teaches Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a combat sport growing in popularity around the world. The Flow Lab celebrated its opening day Monday in Owatonna, bringing a longtime dream to life for Head Coach Matt Lumsden, of St. Peter. ...
Exchange Club delivers comfort to veterans through coffee drive
Thanks to local volunteers, veterans can enjoy a hot cup of coffee while they await care. The Exchange Club of Owatonna donated over 100 cans of coffee to the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis earlier this month. The coffee will be available free of charge for veterans and their guests. VA Voluntary Services will distribute a portion of the donation to veterans clinics in communities including Albert Lea, Rochester and...
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