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Northfield swimmers accomplish an "Iron Lady" during swim meet
NORTHFIELD, Minn. — Northfield swim and dive captains Edy McLaughlin and Ella Krupicka are a true dynamic duo. They've been swimming together for the Gators since they were in 8th grade, and now, as seniors, they're breaking records together.At a meet in September, the two deferred from scoring points for the team, and instead participated in what's called an "Iron Lady," where a swimmer participates in every single event in one meet. Normally, the two compete in four events each per meet, but for the 'Iron Lady' they swam 11 events, which was a total of 1,550 yards."For me it was...
Hundreds take to Minneapolis streets in protest of Israel's war in Gaza
MINNEAPOLIS — Hundreds of demonstrators hit the streets of downtown Minneapolis on Sunday to rally against Israel's war in Gaza, a day before Israel marks one year since the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks."I thought last year would be a trend, people would stop caring, and that's not true," said Maysoon Wazwaz with American Muslims for Palestine.Meredith Aby with the Anti-War Committee says she's concerned about the U.S. sending weapons to Israel in a conflict that's now left tens of thousands dead in Gaza, according to the territory's health ministry."I do know that the places that I've visited in Gaza have...
Twin Cities expected to see steepest drop in new apartments
The Twin Cities is expected to see the biggest decline in apartment construction of any major metro in the country, according to a recent report. Why it matters: A recent building boom has helped the Twin Cities remain one of the most affordable places to own or rent, and an impending slowdown could threaten that status.
Peace Coffee Launches Organic and Fair Trade Premium Coffee Concentrate
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 8, 2024-- Responding to the clear dominance of cold espresso-based beverages in coffee consumer preference, Minneapolis-based Peace Coffee is introducing an Organic and Fair Trade Peace Coffee Premium Concentrate for cold or iced espresso-based drinks. The shelf-stable, ready-to-use product — made with Peace Coffee’s sustainable and ethically-sourced Yeti Blend beans— is available now for food service and wholesale customers. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240924065895/en/ Peace Coffee Premium Concentrate (Photo: Business Wire)
Eagles knock off unbeaten Minnetonka in overtime thriller
A roar emanating from Aerie Stadium in Eden Prairie was loud enough to echo across the southwest metro, and be heard all the way to Minnetonka on Friday night. The sound reverberated as players, students, parents and fans rushed onto the field for a long-awaited celebration. The Eden Prairie Eagles had delivered an improbable 21-20 [...]
Bargain Bites: The second coming of the Dome Dog
Among the few reasons to be wistful for the Metrodome — the great thief of more than 2,000 games' worth of outdoor Twins baseball — is the Dome Dog.The big picture: The Twins stopped selling the quarter-pound Hormel frank when they moved to Target Field.Yes, but: I found a place that sells a version of the beloved, belated dog. I checked it out for our Bargain Bites series.Dig in: Oza's Bar & Grill in St. Paul offers a "Dome Dog" lunch special for $4.99.What to expect: Nostalgia. Like it's namesake, which was served with a bag of Old Dutch chips,...
Minnetonka synagogue hosts event to mark 1 year since Oct. 7 attack
MINNEAPOLIS — Local leaders will gather Monday to commemorate one year since Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on an Israeli music festival, killing more than 1,200 people. The event at Adath Jeshurun Congregation in Minnetonka is expected to be packed with people from all faiths and all backgrounds. Local Jewish leaders say being in community now is more important than ever, especially after Iran launched a barrage of missiles into Israel last week as Jews prepared for the beginning of Rosh Hashana.Local Jewish leaders said the one-year anniversary still feels unresolved and like an open wound.They said the gathering is going to...
Johnnie Football Moves Up in National Poll
The St. John's football team is ranked #3 this week in the d3football.com Division III college football poll. The Johnnies posted a 45-20 win over Augsburg on Homecoming Day at St. John's University Saturday. St. John's moves from #5 in last week's poll. UW...
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