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New Minnesota Laws For Kids Riding In Cars Go Into Effect August 1st
A new child restraint law will come into effect for Minnesotans on August 1st. The new law includes a requirement that all children under 13 years old MUST sit in the back seat of any motor vehicle that has one. “Every driver who transports a child or children under the...
Just 16.1% of Minnesota workers make less than $17 an hour, one of the lowest rates in the country
Data: Oxfam. Chart: Rahul Mukherjee/AxiosJust 16.1% of Minnesota workers make less than $17 an hour, one of the lowest rates in the country, according to a new report by Oxfam.Why it matters: Minnesotans on the lowest end of the economic spectrum have seen some of the biggest raises in recent years, and many of them have risen above the $17 hourly threshold of what Oxfam calls a "low-wage worker." Yes, but: The data also underlines Minnesota's wide racial wage gap. Black and Hispanic workers are much more likely to make less than $17 an hour compared to white and Asian workers.However,...
Security cameras, drone surveillance meant to keep fair safe
A vocal minority of Faribault residents have become convinced the Rice County Fair is a hotbed of riff raff, due to past incidents where younger people get into fights with one another. The county isn’t unique in this regard.
New county administrator ready for collaboration, problem solving
The path that brought Renae Fry to one of the top roles in Steele County was far from a straight line. Fry was selected as county administrator earlier this year, and has served in that capacity since June 17. It’s the latest chapter in a career that’s included stints as an attorney, elected official and educator. “I don’t know how I’d ever map that out for someone else, but it...
Summer crops delayed due to flooding
LAKE CRYSTAL, Minn. (KEYC) -Fans of summer crops might be in for a bit of a wait, as this summer’s floodwaters have disrupted the growth and harvest of summer favorites like cucumbers, melons and sweet corn. Valley Veggies near Lake Crystal usually has a wide variety of vegetable available...
St. Peter schools looking for new superintendent
ST. PETER, Minn. (KEYC) - The St. Peter Public School District seeks a new leader. After four years with the district, Superintendent Bill Gronseth has submitted his resignation. Without specifics, he announced today he’d accepted a position in another school district. Gronseth will remain with St. Peter Schools through...
Blue Earth couple shares overseas infertility care story
BLUE EARTH, Minn. (KEYC) - The political uncertainty involving in-vitro fertilization is leading more couples to find infertility care overseas to start their families. Stephanie and Trey Dyslin of Blue Earth tried this method back in 2020. When the Minnesota Building Families Act failed to pass in 2024, Stephanie Dyslin...
Texans Sign Former Vikings Player
The Houston Texans love former Minnesota Vikings players. Danielle Hunter, Stefon Diggs, Case Keenum, and Kris Boyd can attest. Houston made former ex-Vikings offensive guard Chris Reed the latest this week, adding the veteran lineman from free agency with training camp right around the bend. KSTP’s Darren Wolfson tweeted Tuesday,...
Zumbro River Ratz is feeling the weather impacts this summer
MILLVILLE, Minn. - Zumbro River Ratz is feeling the impact of the unusual summer weather this year. The company is owned and operated out of Lisa Schucard's home and provides a tubing experience starting in Hammond and ending in Millville. The six mile river trip is open for appointments seven...
Former Prince home listed at $700K in Golden Valley
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. (FOX 9) - A four-bedroom house built in 1985 that once belonged to iconic Minnesota artist Prince is currently for sale in Golden Valley. Real estate records say Prince, whose real name was Rogers Nelson, purchased the property and had it custom-built for his mother. The listing...
Plans underway for emergency homeless shelter in the heart of Uptown Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — Plans are in the works for a 24-bed emergency shelter at West Lake Street and Colfax Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis.According to a Minneapolis Community Planning and Economic Development report, Lakeshore Care Facility will offer temporary, supportive care for men and women."To be kept out of the loop on everything and have this kind of shoved down our throats, it's not great," said Uptown resident John Higgins.Higgins lives at Buzza Lofts and Apartments, which would be right next door to the shelter. It's an area Higgins said already struggles with overdoses."I've Narcaned dozens of people, I've called...
Bemidji Athlete Prepares for Team USA Para Ice Hockey Tryouts
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The Women’s Para Ice Hockey Challenge is being held in Norway this October. For Bemidji’s Chloe Kirkpatrick, it would be her 5th time representing her country. “I fell in love with the sport from the start of it and I just love...
Moodance Jam Begins Thursday With New Lineup And Sets Refund Deadline
WALKER, Minn. (KVRR) — Some people who bought tickets to this weekend’s Moodance Jam in Walker, Minnesota are upset with the refund process. Organizers announced two weeks ago that they had cut all national touring acts from this years lineup due to “the present economic climate”.
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