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June storm, flooding caused millions in damage in northern Minnesota, officials say
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. — There's been a lot of attention on the flooding in southern Minnesota, but now there is new information about the devastating impacts of severe weather in the Iron Range.In St. Louis County, emergency managers warn of several million dollars worth of damage.It's been nearly a month since a massive rainstorm hit the area, but emergency managers say the emergency is still absolutely going on. Devastating flooding inundated homes and businesses and infrastructure. The assessment is $14 million in damage. There are more challenges than just rebuilding, too. If roads are out, getting emergency services to those who need it can be a problem."Identifying who has needs. Who's in a wheelchair, who has current medical needs, do they want to leave? Do they understand the situation?" St. Louis County Emergency Services Manager Josh Brinkman said. "Trying to relay that information and working back and forth with residents to do everything we can to support them."If you'd like to help, there are GoFundMe pages set up for some businesses in the area, but emergency managers are also suggest supporting the Red Cross and United Way, which continue to provide meals, shelter and other services to flood victims.
Beryl aftermath: Minnesotan lends helping hand to Beryl victims in TX
(FOX 9) - Living in Minnesota, Jennifer Dorholt has never been through a hurricane. But she's getting a first-hand look at the destruction one can cause. "It's very eye-opening. It's very interesting to see what really Mother Nature can do," said Dorholt. Dorholt is one of seven volunteers from Minnesota...
Minnesotans head to Milwaukee to network, party, and officially nominate Trump
WASHINGTON – Even if the nomination of Donald Trump as the party’s presidential candidate is a foregone conclusion, there will be plenty of politicking and fundraising for Minnesota Republicans attending their party’s national convention in Milwaukee next week. The post Minnesotans head to Milwaukee to network, party, and officially nominate Trump appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
‘The first step’: Advocates celebrate Minnesota’s groundbreaking child welfare law
This story is being co-published with The Imprint, a national nonprofit news outlet covering child welfare and youth justice. At a ceremonial signing today in the governor’s chambers, Minnesota child welfare advocates, lawmakers and officials heralded passage of a new law that better protects families disproportionately represented in the foster care system.
Learn to ride: Spirit Mountain hosts biking event for kids
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The “Bikes, Bubbles, and Bananas” program kicked off on Thursday at Spirit Mountain. The class is geared for children 18 months to five years old to learn basic biking skills and prepare them for their first bikes. After a day of instruction,...
Our Heroes Tour takes retired firefighter from Cloquet and his family out for quite the ride
A great day to get out on Big Lake in Cloquet. And for Ken Klatt and his family, they usually do it on their pontoon. But on Thursday, a chance to try something new, thanks to Our Heroes Tour. The non-profit based in Chisago City was started by Jeremy Wahlberg...
Sidewalks nuisance to some, essential to others
Twigs cracked beneath young Larry Sanftner’s feet during his hike through the woods many years ago in rural Duluth. Before he had time to react, a bullet whizzed through the brush and into his body. It would be four hours before he made it to a hospital. His leg was ultimately amputated. He’s been confined to a mobility scooter since, making sidewalks an essential part of the city’s infrastructure for Sanftner. ...
Pontoon Truck Turns Heads at Kolar Classic Car Show
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Every year people head downtown for Duluth’s Annual Sidewalk Days Kolar Classic Car Show and this year one vehicle is turning heads. About eight blocks of Superior Street are lined with vintage and collector cars from around the region as the annual car show kicked off Wednesday.
City by City: Moose Lake, Hibbing, Minnesota
MOOSE LAKE, Minn. - Agate Days returns Saturday and Sunday, July 13-14. Volunteers are needed to help with parking, the Agate Stampede, the Gem and Mineral Show, and Brewfest. Brewfest is new this year and will be held at the Municipal Parking Lot at 5 p.m. on Saturday. Agate Days welcomes thousands of rock hounds to town and is Moose Lakes’ largest community event. Volunteers can sign up here.
Judge Says Bemidji Violated Open Meeting Law in Keeping Employee Hearing Closed
A Ninth Judicial District judge has ruled in favor of a person who filed a lawsuit claiming the City of Bemidji violated Minnesota’s open meeting law when it held an employment hearing for a firefighters. Court documents state the City of Bemidji Merit Hearing Board held a hearing with...
Pine City makes history by appointing openly gay mayor
PINE CITY, Minn. (FOX 9) - Pine City, about an hour north of the metro is known for its lakes. But soon the community of about 3,700 people could become recognized for something else. "It's incredible. It's crazy. It's surprising that it's 2024, and there's only two in the state...
'Happy Days' stars Henry Winkler, Anson Williams and Donny Most visit Iola Car Show
IOLA (WLUK) -- Some fan favorite actors with historical ties to the state of Wisconsin made an appearance at the Iola Car Show Thursday. They are from the television sitcom based in Milwaukee called "Happy Days." It's been about a half-century since Henry Winkler played Arthur Fonzarelli on the hit...
Another Text Scam Circulating In Small Town Minnesota
Sigh. Another scam has been reported, this time in northern Minnesota. This scam isn't groundbreaking but it does look legitimate upon first glance. This scam was reported not too far from Duluth, in Grand Marais. Officials with Cook County shared a warning to residents on their Facebook page recently. You'd...
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