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Election forecaster moves Michigan, Minnesota in Trump’s direction
Nonpartisan election handicapper Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics is shifting two Midwestern states toward former President Trump’s direction postdebate. Sabato’s Crystal Ball managing editor Kyle Kondik wrote in an analysis Wednesday that the election handicapper was moving the presidential horse race in Michigan from “leans Democratic” to “toss up,”…
Minnesota Guest Scores Big Jackpot with $5 Bet at Iowa Casino
I can't even imagine how exciting it would be to win a huge jackpot at a casino. When the slot machine's lights start flashing or the dealer announces the winning hand, my heart would race with disbelief and joy. That rush of adrenaline would be like nothing else. Two weeks...
Workers and lawmakers celebrate new Minnesota law preventing non-compete contracts
Several new laws taking effect in Minnesota as July begins. Among them is one that prevents companies from including non-compete contracts with workers, some of which are drawn up without employees knowing about it.
Flooding impacting dozens of parks and recreation areas ahead of holiday weekend
ST. PAUL, Minn. — You might be thinking of spending time outdoors this holiday weekend, but there's a warning from state officials about the impact of flooding.The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reporting dozens of closures in its parks and rec areas, including to trails, beaches and some other amenities. Fort Snelling State Park, however, is the only state park that is fully closed."Even with the recent flooding around the state, there are a lot of great opportunities to enjoy the outdoors this 4th of July," DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen said. "As long as you do a little...
Rep. Angie Craig, Sen. Amy Klobuchar introduce bill to prevent fentanyl trafficking on social media
HASTINGS, Minn. — Rep. Angie Craig and Sen. Amy Klobuchar on Tuesday morning touted a bill they're sponsoring in Congress aimed at cracking down on fentanyl trafficking on social media platforms, a pathway for young people to get access to the deadly drug.Klobuchar introduced the Senate version of the bill last year, which has since passed through the judiciary committee and will head to the floor.The legislation is an effort to curb the opioid epidemic, especially among young people. One third of nationwide fentanyl cases in a recent five-month period have involved social media, and in Minnesota, opioid-related deaths have more...
Spotlight On: Jim Rogers, Chief Business Development Officer & Senior Administrator for Generative AI, Mayo Clinic
July 2024 — Invest: spoke with Jim Rogers, chief business development officer and senior administrator for generative AI at Mayo Clinic. He discussed how the use of AI has already been pivotal in enhancing positive patient outcomes, how generative AI can further transform healthcare, and how Mayo Clinic protects its data.
Southern Minnesota to Adopt 10-Digit Dialing
Residents and businesses in the 507 area code, which includes cities like Rochester, Faribault, Owatonna, Mankato, and Winona, will need to switch to 10-digit dialing starting July 30th. This change is necessary because the 507 area code is projected to run out of numbers by early 2025, prompting the addition of a new 924 area code.
Sen. Nicole Mitchell burglary case: Prosecutors seek to remove judge
(FOX 9) - Prosecutors are asking for the removal of the judge just assigned to oversee the burglary case against Minnesota state Senator Nicole Mitchell. Mitchell (DFL-Woodbury) is accused of breaking into her stepmother's home in Detroit Lakes in April, dressed all in all-black, in the middle of the night. According to the criminal complaint, Mitchell admitted to police she knew she did "something bad" and said she had come to get some of her late father's possessions.
Senior Center draws attention from EGF City Council
(KNOX) – The East Grand Forks Senior Center was on the minds of City Council members Tuesday, who moved in favor of three matters. The council moved for an updated agreement with Lutheran Social Services for the use of the Senior Center for the development and operation of a Nutrition Program.
Church renovated into Airbnb for sale in Detroit Lakes
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (FOX 9) - A historic church in Detroit Lakes, transformed into a unique Airbnb and event center, is now on the market. The "Chapel House" at 22700 175th Street in Detroit Lakes, is on 2.5 acres that overlooks a golf course and rolling fields. It features a 65-foot steeple, a custom stained-glass window using the original frame, and huge windows, original to the church, that bring in a lot of natural light.
Elementary students fundraise to save classroom after voters reject levies
THIEF RIVER FALLS — On the surface, it looked like any other school fundraiser. The kids at Challenger Elementary in Thief River Falls were selling coffee cups, writing thank-you notes, and partnering with local businesses to drum up interest in their cause. But these kids weren’t fundraising for a class trip, a sports team, or […] The post Elementary students fundraise to save classroom after voters reject levies appeared first on Minnesota Reformer.
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