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Essentia Health Warns Of New Scam Impacting Minnesota + Wisconsin
Sadly, we can't seem to through an entire week without having a new scam to warn you about. Heck, we're lucky if we get two scam-free days in a row!. Recently, Cook County officials warned that a new text scam was reportedly circulating through the Grand Marais area. There is...
A conversation with Sahan Journal’s new executive director Vanan Murugesan
ListenA conversation with Sahan Journal’s new Executive Director Vanan Murugesan. On Minnesota Now, we’ve heard many stories brought to light by reporters at Sahan Journal. It’s a nonprofit newsroom launched in 2019 to cover immigrants and communities of color in Minnesota. On Monday, the organization announced its...
Trump rally shooting could impact Minnesota politics and St. Cloud is in the center of it
ST. CLOUD — Saturday’s assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump could have long-term political implications both at the local and state level, depending on how St. Cloud voters react. College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University Professor of Political Science James Read told the St. Cloud Times the shooting is sparking energy within the Republican party and could increase Republican turnout this election cycle. ...
Mower, Waseca Relay for Life joins with Freeborn Co.
The Relay For Life events in Mower and Waseca counties have disbanded, but the spirit of community and support continues as members from these areas join the Freeborn County Relay For Life event — now officially named Relay For Life of Freeborn-Mower County. The event is scheduled for Aug. 9-10 at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds […] The post Mower, Waseca Relay for Life joins with Freeborn Co. appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Despite weekend storms, Waseca County Free Fair a hit
Though fickle weather on Saturday and Sunday may have made for a disappointing climax, the 2024 Waseca County Free Fair still went into the books as Waseca’s favorite party of the summer. Alongside tried and true favorites, the 2024 Waseca County Free Fair featured new bands, new food stands, new rides and new events like the beloved “Dock Dogs,” which saw beloved furry companions splash into the pool before adoring audiences. ...
Two people die in house fire
MONTGOMERY, Minn. (KEYC) - An elderly couple died in a house fire early Sunday morning near Montgomery. The fire trapped Roman and Betty Jindra in their home. Betty Jindra called 911 around 1 a.m. Fire fighters arrived at the scene and were able to remove Roman and Betty from the...
Great Lakes Towing Christens New Tug Minnesota
The Great Lakes Towing Company held a christening ceremony in Cleveland for its newest tug. The vessel, named Minnesota, was delivered in 2023 as part of a series of 10 new Damen 1907 ICE tugs built by Great Lakes Shipyard, a sister company to the Towing Company—both part of The Great Lakes Group.
Minneapolis works to clear storm debris and fix thousands of power outages across metro area
Thousands of Minneapolis and Twin Cities metro residents remained without power Monday afternoon following severe thunderstorms over the weekend, but electric utility and city cleanup officials said the vast majority of outages will be fixed by Tuesday. As of Monday afternoon, there were roughly 12,000 Xcel Energy customers in Minnesota...
Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar tours a new veterans home in Preston
KIMT News Three's Evan Berg spoke with the senator about her visit to the new home on Monday. U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar visits State Veterans Home in Preston. After almost a decade of waiting, Preston opened a new state veterans home earlier this year, several months later, residents and one U.S. Senator are happy with what they’ve seen.
Five teens behind bars after allegedly assaulting man in Rochester
(ABC 6 News) – Five teenagers are behind bars for multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a man outside a McDonald’s restaurant in Rochester. According to the Rochester Police Department (RPD), officers were dispatched to the McDonald’s on 2nd St. SW around 7:30 p.m. on July 12 after an assault report was made.
Bavarian Blast this Week in New Ulm
Entertainment starts Wednesday night with a Country Concert with Chayce Beckam sponsored by Bavarian Blast. Thursday night has a tribute to Bob Seger and Bruce Springsteen and the music just grows over the weekend. This year will also feature from Germany Musikverein Herborn Seelbach. Tom Furth shares the Entertainment line up at Bavarian Blast.
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