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Nick Saban's first ESPN College GameDay prediction is for UNC football vs. Minnesota
Following a legendary coaching career, Nick Saban has embarked on his next career path. Saban is the newest addition to the ESPN College GameDay crew, as he made his debut with the team in Ireland ahead of the opening day matchup between Florida State and Georgia Tech. Of course, one...
Minneapolis Seeks to Amplify Diverse Voices on City Boards and Commissions
To foster a wider range of voices and perspectives, the City of Minneapolis has put out a call for diverse applicants to serve on its numerous boards and commissions. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to ensure that these panels accurately reflect the city's demographics and benefit from the insights of its varied population. According to the city's announcement, they are actively seeking individuals from different walks of life, including youth, entrepreneurs, retirees, neighborhood advocates, and residents with a keen interest in contributing to the city’s continued growth.
In Chicago, Rural Democrats Feel the Joy. Will It Last?
Surrounded by the aloof gray walls of the convention center room, flanked by bodyguards and large screens projecting a screen saver that looked like vermicelli noodles swimming in dark water, and in front of an audience of conference goers wearing boots and blue jeans and bold-colored pantsuits, carrying “Cat ladies for Kamala” tote bags—and in the case of one delegate, a rose-colored suit jacket with the number 47 embroidered in string lights on the back, the 7 shaped like the state of Florida—Walz signaled that rural America had a voice at the top of the party ticket, a point she underscored by poking fun at her husband.
Lake Minnetonka communities crack down on youth e-bike use amid concerns
EXCELSIOR, Minn. (FOX 9) - The cities of Excelsior and Greenwood are tackling safety concerns with e-bike use among youth, saying a new helmet law has improved the problem. Last summer, Fox 9 reported on an influx of e-bike traffic in downtown Excelsior and reports of teenagers driving too fast, not wearing helmets, and disobeying traffic laws.
Ole McNallan farm opens for its second season
PLAINVIEW, Minn.-Before school starts, families are looking for activities and places to go with their kids. One local farm has opened up for families to have some fun. Ole McNallan Farm opened its doors to families for its second season and the owners say its fun to see people enjoy what they have to offer.
Stewart Cink wins The Ally Challenge for his 1st PGA Tour Champions title
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (AP) — Stewart Cink won The Ally Challenge on Sunday for his first PGA Tour Champions title, closing with a 6-under 66 for a four-stroke victory over K.J. Choi. The 51-year-old Cink, the 2009 British Open champion, won in his 10th career start on the 50-and-over tour. He became the 22nd player to win on each of the PGA Tour’s three tours — the PGA Tour, PGA Tour Champions and Korn Ferry Tour. He won about five months after blowing a late lead in Tucson. “It was a motivation, for sure, once I got near the lead in the first round,” Cink said. “I know I’m capable of winning, but we have this funny way of believing in like the 2% of things that happen instead of the 98%. Tucson I think was probably a 2%,but it happened.”
Mississippi River sheens from 30-gallon dam spill
COON RAPIDS, Minn. – Two sheens flowing on the surface of the Mississippi River originated at a dam operated by the Three Rivers Park District in Coon Rapid. A valve malfunctioned on Tuesday and 30 gallons of lubricant spilled, the District confirmed. Although a petroleum product, the lubricant is not harmful to food or drinking water, the District said. The sheens were spotted first on Wednesday morning a couple miles downstream at the State Highway 610 bridge north of the Interstate 94 crossing of the Mississippi.
Regis rolls; Old Abes put up strong first-half effort, eventually fall to Hudson
The Regis Ramblers continued their historical winning ways, while Eau Claire Memorial mounted a strong first-half effort before eventually falling off in the second half to a former Conference rival. Regis, looking strong for the most part from start to finish, easily handled Turtle Lake by a final score of 39-13 on the road Friday night. The Old Abes traveled to Hudson for their season opener and found themselves on the losing end of a 56-20 final. ...
Fothergill takes the title at Leech Lake
WALKER, Minn. — The major storyline heading into the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Leech Lake presented by SEVIIN was that the global bass-fishing community would get its first look at what’s heralded as one of the sport’s best, yet relatively unknown, fisheries. Everyone watching, meanwhile, already...
Harding High School wrestler honored 20 years after sudden death
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Competing in the 125-pound weight class in the early 2000s, Harding High School athlete Alex Ruiz wasn’t the biggest athlete on his wrestling team. But now, even two decades after his sudden death in a car crash, he’s still remembered for his larger-than-life personality.
Newsmakers: Osseo Superintendent Kim Hiel Talks School Facility Upgrades
Osseo Area Schools Superintendent Kim Hiel says educators are looking forward to a fresh start with a new school year. Teachers and education professionals have been busy with professional developments and preparing schools for learning. The district started work on a strategic plan in 2022, and this past summer they...
Owatonna hosts summer camp to help children deal with grief
OWATONNA, Minn. — One southern Minnesota town is approaching grief and loss in a unique way.Owatonna High School has lost a teacher and a student and dealt with several other unexpected deaths over the past few months.It's home to 26,000 people. Owatonna is a place of beauty, and as of late, a place of pain.Amanda Floy lost her father and cousin. And Jodie Valentine lost her husband."I have not been afraid to talk about it. I never wanted my children to ever think that their father disappeared," Valentine, co-founder of Owatonna Grief Camp, said.She wants other kids to talk about...
1963 – Daniels On Top Again at Fair
Jerry Daniels is congratulated by his attractive wife, Renee, after winning the IMCA big car 25-lapper at the Minnesota State Fair. St. Paul, Minn. (August 25, 1963) – A 25-year-old plumber’s assistant, Jerry “Scratch” Daniels of St. Paul, raised his sights towards total domination off this year’s Minnesota State Fair speedway car program.
Three-run homer in 9th sends Saints to 6-3 loss to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre
For eight innings, it looked like smooth sailing for the St. Paul Saints on Saturday. A three-run homer in the ninth inning by Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s Caleb Durdin then sent St. Paul to a 6-3 loss at CHS Field. Durbin’s homer came off Saints reliever Jeff Brigham, who surrendered three runs...
Rusnák scores winner in Frei's 400th career start as Sounders beat Minnesota United 3-2
MINNEAPOLIS — Albert Rusnák scored the winner late in the second half in the 400th career start by Seattle goalkeeper Stefan Frei and the Sounders held off Minnesota United 3-2 despite a two-goal debut effort from Kelvin Yeboah on Saturday night.Jordan Morris staked Seattle (11-8-7) to a 1-0 lead in the 11th minute when he used assists from 19-year-old midfielder Obed Vargas and Cristian Roldan to score his 10th goal of the season. Morris became the first Sounder to score at least 10 goals in five separate seasons. Vargas has seven assists this season — a career high — and Roldan's...
NEXT Weather Alert on Monday for excessive heat, possible severe storms in Twin Cities
MINNEAPOLIS — Monday is a NEXT Weather Alert day in Minnesota due to extreme heat and the potential for severe storms later on. An excessive heat warning remains in effect through 8 p.m. for southeastern and south-central Minnesota. High temperatures in the Twin Cities will reach 90 degrees, and heat indices will be over 100. It will also be very humid. Some severe thunderstorm warnings have already been issued in northwestern Minnesota early Monday afternoon, but they are not expected to be a part of the main severe storm threat. Two rounds of storms are expected to hit the metro area...
Get Ready For Massive South Dakota, Iowa, & Minnesota Storms
Strong storms are blowing in on Monday to parts of South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. The Tri-State area could see large hail, damaging winds, and even some isolated tornadoes. Our friends at the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls are preparing South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota for potential severe weather...
Gas Prices Fall Heading Into Labor Day Weekend
UNDATED (WJON News) -- In the run-up to Labor Day, the national average price of gasoline has fallen for four straight weeks to its lowest point since February. Gas Buddy says it is now tracking eight states where average gas prices are already below the $3 per gallon mark, along with nearly 20 percent of gas stations in the country selling gasoline at $2.99 or lower.
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