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23 Grants Awarded in Central Minnesota Totaling Over $195,000
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Over $195,000 has been granted through three grant rounds offered through the Central Minnesota Community Foundation. This year's Difference Maker focus was on mental health. Grants ranging between $15,000 and $20,000 went to organizations like the Center for Victims of Torture, The Village Family Service Center, and The Yes Network.
St. Cloud welcomes thousands for Trump-Vance rally at Herb Brooks Arena
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Former President Donald Trump and running mate Sen. JD Vance will hold their first joint presidential rally in Minnesota on Saturday night at St. Cloud's Herb Brooks Arena.Tickets are still available for the event, with a maximum capacity of 6,000. Organizers say an overflow space has been set up to hold many more attendees. Doors open at 3 p.m. and the rally starts at 7 p.m. The event is bringing in crowds from all over the state and across the country. Sisters Kelly and Cassidy Baatz drove 3.5 hours from Crookston and camped out overnight to be first in line...
Severe Storm Warning Issued for Northwest Minnesota: Prepare for Large Hail and Tornadoes
Thief River Falls, MN – Thunderstorms are developing in northwest Minnesota, with the potential for severe weather this evening. The National Weather Service Grand Forks reports that one or two storms may become severe, bringing large hail, damaging wind gusts, and a brief tornado. According to the National Weather...
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan tells those seeking abortions "you are welcome here"
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — As Iowa prepares to enact one of the nation's strictest abortion laws, elected officials in Minnesota are ensuring out of state abortion seekers they are welcome to visit and access services. On Monday, Iowa will enact its ban on most abortions beyond six weeks, before many women know they are pregnant. On Thursday, Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Bloomington Mayor Tim Busse toured abortion provider Whole Women's Health Alliance in Bloomington. "I'm really honored to be here," Flanagan said after she and others toured the facility. "Sometimes the stigma that is attached to abortion care...
The Two Sides Of Still Woozy Come Out In Superb Armory Performance
Downtown Minneapolis felt dead on Thursday night. It didn’t feel like a show was happening at the massive Armory due to the lack of people hanging around the front. I got nervous. Did I have the wrong night? Maybe the wrong venue? Sadly, it wouldn’t have been the first time for either of those things. I saw a few people here and there walking towards the main doors and entering. Okay, clearly, we had a show, but where were all of the people? It wouldn’t be until headlining act Still Woozy took the stage that I would see that we did, in fact, have a show, and a massive one at that. It was one of those late arriving kind of crowds that just couldn’t be bothered to stand through even one opening act before the main attraction. Whatever– it’s their loss because everything about this entire show was fun, intriguing, different, and, did I mention fun?
Matthew Coller: After signing new deal, Vikings star Darrisaw looks to find his voice
It’s not likely that Darrisaw will ever be the loudest rah-rah player in the huddle and you shouldn’t expect him to become a podcaster or Tik Tok star any time soon but his version of vocal leadership means taking opportunities to help other players impro
Former North Dakota St Standout Signs with Minnesota Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings have made a couple of roster moves in the wake of recent happenings at training camp, including adding some local talent. Second-year cornerback Mekhi Blackmon reportedly tore his ACL during Wednesday's training camp opener, leaving the team with a hole at the position. The Vikings addressed that...
Twins release veteran reliever with one problematic tendency
The Twins released veteran reliever Jay Jackson, relays Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic. The righty had been outrighted last month and wasn’t on the 40-man roster. Jackson made 20 MLB appearances with Minnesota early in the year. He struggled to a 7.52 earned run average despite striking out 29 hitters while only issuing nine walks. The long ball was the biggest issue. Jackson allowed seven home runs over 26 1/3 innings. It was a marked turnaround from the 2.12 ERA that he’d posted over a similar amount of playing time with the Blue Jays last season.
Rob Dillingham led all Summer League rookies in this crucial category
The Minnesota Timberwolves were more than convinced they wanted Rob Dillingham on their roster next season. Knowing they needed a guard to eventually take the mantle of starting point guard from Mike Conley, President Tim Connelly authorized the bold move of trading up into the lottery to acquire the University of Kentucky guard.
"Mouse Trap" is up for adoption this week at the Pope County Humane Society
(Glenwood, MN)--The Pope County Humane Society has this week's Pet of the Week with a friendly cat by the name of "Mouse Trap" Oh boy, oh boy! I LOVE making new friends! If you’re looking for someone to talk to, cuddle with, and be your shadow, then I’m the girl for you! If you’re looking for a best friend, look no further!
Pet Adoption Event Coming to St Cloud’s Crossroads Center
Pets. Whatever you consider as your personal companion, whether it's a dog or cat or even some other type of critter, you most likely will think of them as a part of the family. Pets can be the best companion, and they are generally very happy to see you when you come home.
Weekly Log: Alexandria’s “KOOL TV” Shuts Down
Alexandria-based “KOOL TV,” which had aired on Selective TV’s K21GN-D/21.1 and streamed online, has shut down. The channel had offered a weeknight newscast hosted by veteran broadcaster Mark Anthony and a lineup of syndicated programming. In a note on its website, the station says, “Thank you viewers and advertisers. It has been an honor bringing local TV to Greater Minnesota. We are now signing off…Goodbye Friends!”
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