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Jon Pardi + Wife Summer’s Second Baby Girl Is Here — See Pictures!
Jon Pardi and his wife Summer are now officially members of the "two under two" club after the arrival of their daughter Sienna Grace Pardi. The happy couple shared the exciting news on social media, noting that the new addition arrived on Tuesday, July 16, at 11:47AM. She weighed in at 6 lbs. and 12 oz.
HGTV Star Christina Hall’s Husband Files for Divorce After Two Years
Christina on the Coast star Christina Hall and husband Josh Hall are calling it quits after two years of marriage. According to People, Josh was the one to file for divorce due to "irreconcilable differences." Christina has also reportedly filed. Josh is asking for spousal support from Christina. Legally, spousal...
Step Right Up: Everything You Need To Know About The 2024 Sherburne County Fair
(ELK RIVER) -- It's fair time in Elk River. The Sherburne County Fair opens Thursday and runs through Sunday (July 18-21) at 18335 Joplin Street Northwest. The fair opens at 8 each morning and closes at midnight Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The fair closes at 5 pm on Sunday, July 21st.
Search Warrants Turn Up Haul of Stolen Property
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Law enforcement agencies in West Central Minnesota released information Tuesday about a number of stolen items that they recovered last month. On June 25th agents with The West Central Minnesota Drug and Violent Crime Task Force gathered information that lead to the execution of two search warrants in Pope County and an additional search warrant in Grant County.
National Pizza Chain Saved From Bankruptcy After Quietly Closing 44 Locations
While some cities now have one less pizza option, others can celebrate one of their favorites that will be sticking around for a little longer. It's been a struggle for several recognizable chain restaurants in 2024. And the list keeps growing. So far, the year has brought us reports of...
Permits No Longer Needed For Most Natural Landscapes in Rochester
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - The Rochester City Council has made some changes to a city ordinance that should make it easier for private property owners to install "natural landscapes" rather than traditional turf lawns. City officials say the amendments to the Tall Grass and Weeds Ordinance were adopted in...
Have You Been to Minnesota’s #1 ‘Under the Radar’ Restaurant?
When you lookup the meaning of 'Under the Radar,' its explained as, "to go unnoticed without attracting attention or detection, often in a subtle or inconspicuous manner." So it goes to say that the list of America's best under-the-radar restaurants put together by Cheapism, would be killer restaurants that don't really get the hype, attention, and hoopla that some other eateries might get -- but are definitely worth giving a try when you're in town.
5 Reasons to Visit This ‘Unremarkable’ Museum in Wisconsin
In most instances, "unremarkable" is a negative word, but in the case of this unusual museum in Wisconsin, "unremarkable" is pretty cool. You know that saying that goes, "one person's junk is another person's treasure"? Well, one place in Gays Mills, Wisconsin took that idea and ran with it, big time.
More Minnesota Lakes are Being Invaded According to DNR
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is adding three more lakes to the ever-growing list of waterways being invaded by one of the world's most invasive aquatic species. According to the DNR, about 4% of Minnesota lakes are currently dealing with this invasive species that can cause serious harm to...
An Open Letter to Eyewitness News Chief Meteorologist Candice King
While there's nothing we can do to stop dangerous weather, having someone calm and collected to explain what's happening can be a game-changer. In a world where click-bait gets attention, it's refreshing and calming to have someone who's not trying to scare you lead you through a treacherous storm and we have that here in Rockford on WTVO and WQRF in Eyewitness News Chief Meteorologist Candice King.
Minnesota is Ranked Among the Top States for Camping
The bean counters at Love Lawn have poured over the data and crunched the numbers to determine the best states for camping in America -- and Minnesota is among the best!. Seriously, Minnesota is home to 75 state parks and recreation areas, Superior National Forest, Voyageurs National Park, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, and countless other county, city, and private campgrounds. Summer's flying by, let's go camping!
Inspiring Minnesota Veteran Surprised with Amazing Gift from Friends
There's a Minnesota veteran named Kyle who is a very inspiring person. And after some hard work, his friends were able to surprise him with an amazing gift. Kyle was a Marine in the early 2000s, but before that, he was a very successful wrestler at Simley High School in Inver Grove Heights. He even won the state championship in his senior year.
Thousands of Fentanyl Pills Seized in Rochester Drug Bust
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - Charges recently filed in Olmsted County Court detail a recent drug bust in Rochester that resulted in the seizure of thousands of counterfeit Oxycodone pills containing fentanyl. The court documents indicate Rochester police investigators executed a search warrant at a residence in the Homestead Village...
Corn Fest Coming To Valleyfair This August
Most of us think of rides when we think of Valleyfair, right? In reality, that is just one part of what the amusement park has to offer. I used to love ValleyScare back in the day. I haven't been for a long time but I always thought it was amazing when I used to go. (It's back this year, by the way!)
13 New Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations Announced In Minnesota
There's a good chance that if you don't own an electric vehicle, you know someone who does because electric vehicle sales have grown significantly since 2020 in the United States. Reports show that about 1.6 million electric vehicles (EVs) were sold in the U.S. in 2023, a 60% increase from...
Ingrid Andress Admits She Was ‘Drunk’ During National Anthem Performance
Ingrid Andress says she was intoxicated during her rocky performance of the National Anthem at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby on Monday night (July 15). Andress' off-key performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" has gone viral, with some putting the moment up there with the worst National Anthem performances of all time.
The Salary a Family in Minnesota Now Needs For Basic Survival
You're living in the heart of Minnesota, surrounded by beautiful lakes, vibrant communities, and those legendary Midwest winters. But amidst the charm and chill, have you ever wondered what it actually costs for a family of four to keep the household running smoothly in the North Star State?. The answer...
Vikings Legend Makes Shocking Claim About J.J. McCarthy’s Future
One Minnesota Vikings' legend is making headlines for his prediction about rookie QB. Most of the football "talking heads" are making the guess that Vikings Head Coach. Kevin O'Connell plans to ease the team's newest quarterback into the starting job over time, very few are making the prediction that McCarthy will start week one.
Limited Spots Remain For 2024 Park Point Races
Do you want in on this year's Park Point races? The five-miler and two-mile walk are happening on Thursday (July 18th) and limited spots remain. The race takes place along Park Point, hence the name, and is definitely a standout thanks to the course. Tuesday (July 16th) is the last day you can register for this race online.
Illinois Town Evacuated After Heavy Rain Causes ‘Imminent’ Dam Failure
More reports of damage are continuing to come in from Monday night's storm that ripped across Illinois and Wisconsin, with one town being evacuated because of the threat of flash flooding. The National Weather Service has several Flash Flood Warnings in effect at the time this article was published, with...
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