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Morgan Wallen Says Family Is ‘Safe,’ Commits to Helping Storm Victims
Morgan Wallen is working behind the scenes to help those impacted by the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene. In an Instagram Stories slide, the singer shared his concern for people who have been hit hard by the storms, especially those in his home region of East Tennessee. Wallen said that everyone from his circle who lives in the area is okay, but not all East Tennesseans are as lucky.
10 Memorable Photos of Kris Kristofferson When He Was Young
Kris Kristofferson died on Sept. 28, 2024, with his family by his side. He was 88. Born June 22, 1936, in Brownsville, Texas, Kristofferson had a varied and successful career as a songwriter, actor and performer. A long list of his songwriting credits includes major hits for other artists: "Me and Bobby McGee," "For the Good Times" and "Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down" are just a few.
Minnesota Fishing Museum Inducts 2024 Hall Of Fame Class
LITTLE FALLS (WJON News) -- It was a night filled with celebration, community, and thanks as the Minnesota Fishing Museum and Hall of Fame inducted its latest Hall of Fame members. At a ceremony in Little Falls on Thursday the museum enshrined four individuals and three organizations. The individual inductees were:
Minnesota Expected to Be In The Spotlight During VP Debate
UNDATED (WJON News) -- The only Vice Presidential Debate will be Tuesday night between Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ohio Senator JD Vance. Fluence Media Political Analyst Blois Olson has moderated three debates with Walz in the past. We have seen that Governor Walz when he gets anxious when he...
Popular “Haunted Acres” Opens this Weekend in Sauk Rapids
It's Baaaack...the season where there are all sorts of ghosts and goblins, haunted houses, and pumpkin trails and the like. Obviously not all of these things that are centered around the Halloween holiday are for adults only. Lots of events are absolutely family friendly. Some of these events are great for little kids.
Here’s When Gordy’s Hi-Hat, Portland Malt Shoppe Close For 2024 Season
It might not feel like it but fall is here. With temperatures soaring well above normal into the end of September, it's feeling anything but a change of the seasons. However, there are some other signs that fall is here in the Northland and they are a little bittersweet. Sigh.
Barbra Streisand Remembers Her Last Duet With Kris Kristofferson
Barbra Streisand is remembering her longtime friend and colleague Kris Kristofferson, who died on Saturday (Sept. 28). Streisand — the EGOT-winning actress and singer who starred opposite Kristofferson in the 1976 film A Star Is Born — shared her earliest memory of him in a social media post on Sunday night (Sept. 29).
Elevated Fire Danger + Red Flag Warning for Southern Minnesota Today
Near critical fire weather conditions are in the forecast for southeastern Minnesota this afternoon, with a Red Flag Warning issued for central and southwest parts of the state. A dry cold front will track eastward across Minnesota this afternoon. Much drier air behind the front will lead to critical fire...
Race Against Time: Unclaimed $1M Prize At Coborns In Delano
One Million Dollars is still on the table for The Minnesota Millionaire Raffle. The ticket was sold at Coborn's in Delano at 1400 Babcock Blvd E. The winner is running out of time to claim their prize. Do you think that this ticket has been lost? Or do you think the winner is putting off turning it in until the last minute? If it were you, would you dare hang on to it this long?
Luke Bryan + Peyton Manning Are Getting a Third CMA Awards Host This Year
Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning will once again be hosting the 2024 CMA Awards in November, but they're not the only hosts on the bill. This year, first-timer Lainey Wilson is joining the veteran hosts. 2024 will mark Manning and Bryan's third year co-hosting, and Bryan's fourth year hosting overall.
Delta May Soon Add High End Amenities at MSP Airport
How important is it to you to fly in complete comfort? I'm talking about long flights to somewhere like the far East, Australia, New Zealand, or somewhere that takes hours and hours of flight time. Also, if the comfort is extremely important to you, how much are you willing to...
Minnesotans: Have You Heard of The Hairy Man of Vergas?
If there's something strange in your neighborhood, who you gonna call? NOBODY. Blame it on the big hairy guy. A sleepy town of just over 300 in west central Minnesota makes up for its lack of population with big things. Vergas is already home to the 20-foot-tall World's Largest Loon...
‘Hope’ & ‘Improvement’ Run High In ’24 – MN Deer Hunting Forecast
Archery season for deer hunting is underway, and before we know it the firearms opener will be here. If you are planning on heading out hunting for deer this fall, the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association put out its annual deer hunting forecast. Here's what we learned from the hunting forecast.
My Memories Of Kris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson has been in the country music scene my entire life. He was already a force to be reckoned with when I was born, and as just a child, I was listening to records with Kris Kristofferson songs on them. Kris passed away peacefully at his home in Maui,...
Employees Accused of Conducting Theft Scheme That Caused Over $100K in Losses for Rochester Electronics Store
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Two employees have been charged in a theft scheme that cost a Rochester store more than $100,000 in losses. The Olmsted County Attorney’s Office filed the charges on Friday. Both men are accused of running the scheme from Nov. of 2022 through January of last year, the criminal complaint says.
This Historic Minnesota AirBNB Will ‘Fill’ You With Happiness
If you want a quirky and fun getaway a trip to Southern Minnesota could be in order. If you are an avid cyclist, this is the perfect time of year to check out the fall colors along the Root River. If that sounds like a good time, why not up your fun and stay at an old gas station? There's a really fun-looking Airbnb that is two blocks from the bike trail and features old gas pumps, along with fun vintage items inside.
What to Watch as JD Vance, Tim Walz Meet for A VP Debate
ATLANTA (AP) — Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz will meet Tuesday in the lone vice presidential debate of the 2024 election, bringing together undercards who have spent two months going after each other and the opposing nominees who top the major-party tickets. The matchup, hosted by CBS...
Man Dies in Motorhome Fire Along Side of the Road
EAGAN (WJON News) -- A man died when the motorhome he was in started on fire. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened Sunday night on northbound 35E at Northwood Parkway in Eagan. The motorhome was stalled on the side of the road when it started on fire and...
Top 10 States With Highest IQ Now Includes Minnesota
If you live in Minnesota, stand up tall and pat yourself on the back. Evidently, we are pretty smart people. Visual Capitalist recently published a report showing what states were the smartest based on average IQ numbers and Minnesota is in the Top 10 list. What is Considered a Good...
Red Flag Warning in Much of Minnesota on Monday
UNDATED (WJON News) -- The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is effective from 11:00 a.m. Monday to 8:00 p.m. Monday. WIND...South shifting northwest 15-20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. HUMIDITY...As low as 18 percent. IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely...
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