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Mpls health commissioner focuses on substance abuse, racial equity, climate
His own experience with deep poverty informs his work. A career in professional football is what Damōn Chaplin had in mind when he matriculated to Norwich University, a private senior military college located in Northfield, Vermont. An injury ended those dreams, but the Boston native wasn’t deterred. When he transferred to Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio, to study biology, it was “all about academics.”
Cal Poly Alumni Makes Debut For Minnesota Twin in MLB 7.05.2024
Cal Poly alumni, and San Luis Obispo native, Brooke Thomas Lee, has been called up to the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday afternoon during their game against the Detroit Tigers. Lee is now the 24th Cal Poly baseball player to make it to the majors, and the 15th under his father, Cal Poly baseball head coach Larry Lee.
Twins announce roster move after sending David Festa back to Triple-A
While the Minnesota Twins are currently in the midst of another youth movement, not everything is going smoothly. Brooks Lee was called up earlier this week to make his MLB debut, and so far it seems like he’s here to stay. Much like Edouard Julien last season, Lee arrived at the Twins due to an injury but is using the opportunity to earn his keep for the long haul.
Either Multiple Sportsbooks Messed Up or the Vikings’ NFC North Odds are… Impossibly Horrible
Nobody expects the Minnesota Vikings to win a Super Bowl this season but these 2024 NFC North odds cannot be real... The post Either Multiple Sportsbooks Messed Up or the Vikings’ NFC North Odds are… Impossibly Horrible appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
Minnesota Twins' Infielder Does Something Not Done in Last 25 Years of Team History
The Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 12-3 in a rain-shortened game on Thursday afternoon as infielder Jose Miranda did something not done in the last 25 years of team history at the plate.
Twins vs. Astros: Odds, spread, over/under - July 5
Pablo Lopez will toe the rubber for the Minnesota Twins (49-38) on Friday, July 5 against the Houston Astros (45-42), who will counter with Shawn Dubin. The first pitch will be thrown at 8:10 PM ET at Target Field. The favored Twins have -159 moneyline odds against the underdog Astros,...
Walk To Be Held To Show Support For Discontinued Spanish Mass
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- Waite Park Community members will have a walk in support of a Spanish Mass. The St. Cloud Diocese has decided to discontinue the Spanish Mass at St. Joesph's Catholic Church after 23 years. Church members say they met with the diocese to try to find...
Vikings Floated as Destination for Former $64 Million Champ in Free Agency
The Minnesota Vikings have done a lot to remake their roster on both sides of the ball this offseason, taking advantage of the draft, trades, and free agency. One lingering question mark is a pass rush that offers a lot of promise but little in the way of a sure-fire game-changer. The Vikings drafted Dallas Turner and signed Jonathan Greenard to replace Danielle Hunter, who signed with Greenard’s former team, the Houston Texans.
Questions Answered: A Thielen Trade, Vikings’ Next Draft Need, Greg Joseph
The following questions are about current Minnesota Vikings topics, answered by VikingsTerritory. Today is the July 4th edition, addressed in a from-the-hip fashion. If you have questions, please email them to [email protected]. Questions Answered: A Thielen Trade, Next Draft Need, Greg Joseph. Also, please note: These are opinion-based responses....
New Goodin warehouse soon to open
An official grand opening will soon be announced sometime in July at the new Goodin warehouse, located at 726 21st Ave. NE in St. Joseph. The large facility opened quietly on June 10. This warehouse replaces its former St. Cloud location. The Goodin company has a long history of quality,...
Peterson will play for USA National 15s Hocky Team
Jayden Petersen will be a sophomore next school year at Zimmerman High School in Minnesota. She is a descendant of the White Earth Nation through her maternal grandfather Dennis Sargent. Petersen is a multi-sport varsity athlete on the Elk River/Zimmerman Elks hockey team and the Zimmerman High School track and field team.
Fergus Falls City Council Selling Pebble Lake Golf Course for $1? Not Exactly
Fergus Falls, MN – The talk of Monday night’s (July 1st) Fergus Falls City Council Meeting was the Letter of Intent for the Pebble Lake Golf Club (PLGC) to purchase the Pebble Lake Golf Course from the City. While the official purchase agreement has just been put in...
City of Willmar, officer sued by man claiming wrongful arrest
WILLMAR, Minn. – The city of Willmar and a police officer are being sued by a man who claims he was wrongly arrested and harassed two years ago. Derrick Gilbert of Willmar is seeking $50,000 in damages, claiming he was arrested for “walking while black” in June 2022.
Three file for two Sartell council seats
Three men have filed as candidates for two positions on the Sartell City Council to be decided in the Nov. 5 general election. The candidates are Rustin Deters, Marshall Grams and Pat Lynch. The two incumbents in those open seats are Alex Lewandowski and Jill Smith, who both chose not to file for re-election.
Start Time For St. Cloud Fireworks Moved
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The start time for the 4th of July fireworks in St. Cloud has been moved. St. Cloud Area Fireworks Board Executive Director Christina Buttenhoff says because of inclement weather that is supposed to move into the area later this evening the 4th of July fireworks at Hester Park have been moved up to 9:00 p.m.
Surprising North Branch Nighthawks off to fast start
The North Branch Nighthawks Town Ball team possesses some seasoned veterans once again this year — some who have been with the program over the last eight to nine years. It can serve as a big advantage for the group, which now has several new additions in a variety of younger players who are looking to make an immediate impact. Jimmy Skroch, Nick Solberg, Clint Mattson and Nick Pilz make up the leaders at the helm, while recent North Branch grads Andrew Orf, Noah Thorsen,...
National Night Out 2024 is Tuesday, Aug. 6 in St. Cloud; register your neighborhood event now
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — The annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships within neighborhoods across the country will happen next month. National Night Out 2024 will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. in various parts of St. Cloud. The St. Cloud Police Department invites...
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