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Eden Prairie Police Advise Caution for Fourth of July Festivities Amid CPSC Injury Stats
As the skies prepare to light up with the celebratory glow of fireworks this Fourth of July, the Eden Prairie Police Department (EPPD) urges the public to prioritize safety. With the festivities fast approaching, it's crucial to remember that fireworks, while spectacular, can pose serious risks. Citing data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recent numbers indicate a staggering tally of eight deaths and 9,700 injuries related to fireworks across the nation last year, with hands and fingers being the most common casualties, as reported by the City of Eden Prairie, MN.
Eden Prairie Unveils Exciting Summer Sports Programs for All Ages
Eden Prairie's summer is set up to be an active one with a slate of sports programs for all ages. To encourage physical activity and community engagement, the city's Parks and Recreation department is offering an array of classes that range from T-ball to tennis and even a "Ninja Warrior Fitness" course for the youngest athletes, as per the City of Eden Prairie, MN. These programs are open for registration, giving families a chance to plan a sporty and fun-filled summer.
Locking up students’ phones left more time for learning, high school says
The difference one teacher saw in her English classroom was “night and day” after a crackdown on cellphones midway through the 2022-23 school year. The post Locking up students’ phones left more time for learning, high school says appeared first on The Beacon.
Stolen Kia crashes continue to endanger lives on Minneapolis streets
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - While the number of stolen vehicles continues to decline across the region, one issue still haunting law enforcement is young people targeting Kias and Hyundais. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara told FOX 9, the so-called "Kia boys" remain a top public safety threat in the city....
4th of July event preps underway as doctors urge caution for home fireworks shows
The countdown is on until fireworks light up the sky over the Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis. Red, White and Boom is returning after a five-year hiatus with a 16-minute firework show on Thursday night. “This year we’re back and we’re back with a big old boom,” said Aisling Reynolds,...
WCCO investigates felons with firearms and the push to prosecute them
MINNEAPOLIS — Our community has rallied in support of our first responders after two high-profile killings since the beginning of the year. Three were killed in Burnsville in February, and a Minneapolis officer was shot to death in May. The shooter in each case was a felon prohibited from having a gun. So what's being done about the problem? And who's feeling the impact the most?LaTanya Black grieves her daughter Nia's death deeply. "These are things I've hung on to, because when your child is gone or any loved one, all you have are memories," Black said.The professional make-up artist was just 23 when...
Journey to Paris | Shane Wiskus
MINNEAPOLIS — Despite finishing third in the all-around competition at the USA men's gymnastics trials over the weekend... "I had the best two days of competition of my life, so it's all I can do," said Olympic gymnast Shane Wiskus. The Spring Park native was part of the core...
Twins stretch HR streak to 20 games as Margot, Correa go deep in 5-3 win over Tigers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Manny Margot and Carlos Correa went deep to keep Minnesota’s club-record home run streak going at 20 games, and the Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3 on Tuesday night. Byron Buxton scored the go-ahead run in the seventh with a head-first dive into home plate...
June Enplanements Rebound From Ending Of Minneapolis Route
PIERRE, (KCCR) — With the Minneapolis experiment behind them commercial air traffic at Pierre Regional Airport is returning to normal. Airport Liaison to the Pierre City Commission Jamie Huizenga says passenger boardings in June were over 12-hundred…. Huizenga did not have a breakdown of the flights between Denver and...
A bridge near a Minnesota dam may collapse. Officials say they can do little to stop it
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Rushing waters from the Blue Earth River have already left a trail of debris and destruction on the edges of a southern Minnesota dam that partially failed last week, but officials acknowledged Tuesday the structure most in danger may be the bridge that looms nearby. The...
Timberwolves Sign and Trade Kyle Anderson to Golden State
The Minnesota Timberwolves suffer another loss in free agency as Kyle Anderson appears poised to head west. The post Timberwolves Sign and Trade Kyle Anderson to Golden State appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
Minneapolis park workers announce strike starting July 4
MINNEAPOLIS — A union representing more than 300 Minneapolis parks maintenance workers announced they will strike starting July 4 for about a week. Of course, all this is happening right before a busy holiday weekend. LiUNA! 363 represents more than 300 maintenance and seasonal workers working on parks, pools and playgrounds. They are asking for competitive wages, more safety tools and equitable health care.
Vikings reunion comes with a highly concerning caveat
The Minnesota Vikings offense is bound to look vastly different during the 2024 season. After six seasons of solid play from quarterback Kirk Cousins, the Vikings elected to move on from the aging veteran. Minnesota decided to roll the dice by selecting Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Another Branch of Vikings’ Defense Fetches Rotten Ranking
First, it was the defensive line. Now, it’s the secondary. Another Branch of Vikings’ Defense Fetches Rotten Ranking. Pro Football Focus apparently isn’t enthused — at all — about the Minnesota Vikings’ 2024 defense, assigning a horrible 30th-in-the-league ranking last month for the defensive line and 27th this week for the purple secondary.
LABOR MARKS THE 1934 STRIKE THAT MADE MINNEAPOLIS A UNION CITY
May 25: Opening from 7-10 p.m. of Voters in Revolt art exhibit by Brooks Turner at HAIR+NAILS Gallery, 2222-1/2 E. 35th St., Minneapolis. Three bodies of work commemorating the strike. Continues through June 30. https://hairandnailsart.com/. June 3: Opening of 1934 & Now, Connections of the Minneapolis Truckers’ Strike of 1934...
BC Fire Chief Volunteers with Southern MN Flood Response
After historic flooding in Waterville, Minn., Brooklyn Center’s fire chief and therapy dog traveled south to lend a hand. Located about an hour south of the Twin Cities, Waterville has seen unprecedented flood levels during this rainy summer season. According to Brooklyn Center Fire Chief Todd Berg, Waterville’s firefighters...
Another Woman Emerges Saying Anthony Edwards is the Father of Her Child
The Minnesota Timberwolves have a superstar in Anthony Edwards and he allegedly has another child and a third baby mama. The post Another Woman Emerges Saying Anthony Edwards is the Father of Her Child appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
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