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ECU JUCO pitcher signee Michael Carpenter drafted by Minnesota Twins
East Carolina has seen its top incoming pitching prospect from the junior college ranks get drafted in the form of Madison College left-hander Michael Carpenter. The Hartland, Wisc., native was selected by the Minnesota Twins in the 11th round with the 338th overall pick. With the pick, Carpenter becomes the...
Kinky Boots brings the sass to Lyric Arts Main Street Stage
The musical that launched Billy Porter into stardom gets a new production at the Lyric Arts Main Street Stage in Anoka. “Kinky Boots,” based on the 2005 British film, first opened in Chicago in 2012. Then it made its way to Broadway the following year, winning 6 Tony awards, including Best Musical, Best Actor in a Musical for Porter, and Best Original Score for Cindy Lauper, in her first foray into Broadway (she was the first woman to win that category without a co-recipient).
Weekend Picks: Kinky Boots; Kao Kalia Yang at Milkweed; Beatrix*JAR
If you missed the wonder of the Northern Spark Festival this summer, stop on by to Moon Palace Books to say farewell to Northern Lights.mn at their upcoming book release. In other literary news, Kao Kalia Yang will be reading and discussing her recent work at Milkweed Books. Kinky Boots is making a splash at Lyric Arts in Anoka, and Jackie Hayes shares an intimate performance installation at the Center for Performing Arts. This weekend, Beatrix*JAR hosts an art sale and audio playground, and Channy Leaneagh invites Drew Christopherson and Alex Nutter into her residency at Berlin.
‘Spike Moss Way’: Minneapolis names section of Plymouth Avenue after civil rights champion
Listen‘Spike Moss Way’: Minneapolis names section of Plymouth Avenue after civil rights champion. Community activist Harry “Spike” Moss, 78, and Plymouth Avenue North share a historic connection in the struggle for civil rights of African Americans in Minneapolis. When Plymouth Avenue erupted in turmoil in the...
$2,500 reward offered after cat thrown from Minneapolis 12th-floor balcony
An international animal protection organization is on the prowl with a $2,500 cash reward for those responsible for throwing a cat off a 12th-floor balcony in Minneapolis last month. Rue, the cat, survived her fall from the Parkview Apartments on the 1200 block of North 12th Avenue on June 24...
Pathways to Policing Program Offers Accelerated Police Training with Full-Time Benefits for Aspiring Officers
The Pathways to Policing program is now offering a unique employment opportunity for those looking to enter the law enforcement field. A bulletin released by St. Louis Park, MN announced full-time accelerated police training for eligible candidates, which allows them to earn a full-time wage along with benefits while attending an accelerated, four-month training program.
Twins host girls baseball camp for fourth summer in a row
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Saints ballpark was busy Tuesday with players who are finding their footing on the baseball diamond for the first time.These girls are learning the fundamentals of a sport they love — a sport most have only seen played by the boys."I've always wanted to try baseball so I'm going to ask my parents if I can do a season of baseball," said 9-year-old Danica Salden.Salden is following in her dad's footsteps, learning how to play America's pastime, and getting hooked quickly."Here you can just pitch all the time and you can overhand throw, which I...
Brooklyn Park Police Introduce New Crime Reporting System
The city of Brooklyn Park has unveiled a new way for residents to file a police report. A new online reporting platform went live on the city’s website this week. It allows residents to file specific types of non-emergency police reports. Those lower-level crimes can range from animal complaints...
17-year-old Minneapolis girl dies days after being shot several times
MINNEAPOLIS — A 17-year-old girl who was shot earlier this month in a north Minneapolis parking lot has died from her injuries.The Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office says Lonnaya Warren-Loyd, of Minneapolis, suffered multiple gunshot wounds in a shooting on the night of July 7 near Fremont and Dowling avenues.Minneapolis police say officers found Warren-Loyd injured inside a parked vehicle. She was taken to North Memorial Health in Robbinsdale, where a 30-year-old man also showed up with gunshot wounds believed to be from the same shooting. He is expected to survive.Warren-Loyd was pronounced dead on Friday evening. Police say they've made no arrests and are still investigating the shooting and any possible connection between the victims.Police are urging anyone with information to submit an anonymous tip online to Crime Stoppers, or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Former Timberwolves fan favorite announces surprising free agency decision
The 2024 NBA free agency period may be over two weeks old now, but there are still plenty of notable transactions being made. For the Minnesota Timberwolves, more roster decisions are still likely to take place. The team remains without a backup point guard outside of rookie Rob Dillingham, and a few options exist on the market.
1st Round Pick Deletes Team Posts – Chargers, Panthers Could Attempt Trade
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison made headlines for all the wrong reasons, and recent social media activity implies he could be looking for a trade. Earlier in the week, the former first-round pick was arrested under suspicion of DUI. According to reports across the league, Addison was found asleep in a Rolls-Royce while blocking a road. The receiver was arrested and released following a DUI investigation. This isn’t Addison’s first off-field issue, as the wideout previously pled guilty to a misdemeanor speeding charge where he drove 140 in a 55-mile-per-hour zone.
Twins Top Pitching Prospect is Posting Insane Numbers and Knocking on MLB Door
Minnesota Twins top pitching prospect Zebby Matthews is moving up to Triple A, and his numbers are absolutely insane. The post Twins Top Pitching Prospect is Posting Insane Numbers and Knocking on MLB Door appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
J.J. McCarthy yet to sign rookie contract: Potential reasons Vikings reportedly haven't had many talks with QB
There's a lot of anticipation regarding Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy's rookie season. But before he can play a snap in the NFL, McCarthy first must sign his rookie contract, which he has yet to do with Vikings training camp less than a week away. Minnesota has not had much conversation...
Here’s How Much A Speeding Ticket Now Costs in Minnesota
It's not necessarily a surprise, but the cost of getting a speeding ticket in Minnesota continues to increase. Here's what it'll cost you now if you're cited for exceeding the speed limit in the North Star State. Since the pandemic, speeding has been an increasingly problematic issue here in the...
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