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Gov. Walz encourages applications to three programs for new farmers
(Pine Island, MN)--Gov. Tim Walz wants new farmers to take advantage of three state programs to help them get started in agriculture. The governor was in Pine Island this week to talk about the need to get more young people interested in farming. Walz said the state will begin accepting applications for the beginning farmer loan program, the down payment assistance program and the beginning farmer tax credit on August 1st.
After 46 Years Minnesota’s ‘Golden Road’ Has Been Restored!
It's been nearly 50 years but Minnesota's 'golden road' has been restored. The 'golden road' is a portion of I-90 that runs through Faribault County, down in Southern Minnesota, and it's gold in color for a reason. When I-90 was being built to span America from the East to the...
Warning: Avoid Swimming In This Toxic Minnesota Lake
Minnesota is the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but right now, only 9,999 are fit to swim in after a warning was just posted about staying out of this toxic lake. The hot, humid summer weather that's been prevalent across the North Star State this July might make you want to take a dip on one of our 10,000 lakes to cool off, right? But local officials in this Minnesota city are urging you to avoid any contact with this lake that's now unsafe.
Pleasant Friday in Twin Cities before showers return this weekend
MINNEAPOLIS — We will wrap up the week with departing high pressure, leaving us with a pretty nice Friday forecast in the Twin Cities.We'll warm up a bit more thanks to a southwest wind, with a forecast high of 83 degrees. This will also increase the dew point some before we hit the weekend. Showers show up late Friday, but mainly west and up north. Highs will be in the lower 80s this weekend. On Saturday, there's a chance for isolated showers and even a few thundershowers. There isn't anything severe in the forecast at this time, but some cells with lightning and downpours are possible. The afternoon and evening hours are going to be most vulnerable to a passing shower. Sunday's system looks to be more concentrated to the Interstate 94 corridor, so anticipate a passing thundershower in the evening hours.It will be fairly unsettled heading into next week, with isolated showers and thunderstorms Monday and Tuesday. There are some signs of warmer and drier weather late week or into next weekend.
What To Know About This Growing Driving Threat On Minnesota Roads
Minnesota drivers know that wildlife can pose a risk while driving on the state's roadways. Deer are certainly the most common animal that comes to mind when it comes to animal risks on Minnesota roadways. Heck, the phrase "Watch out for deer!" is part of most Minnesota goodbyes!. While less...
Report for America unveils 2024 Impact Report
Report for America unveiled its 2024 Impact Report last night to a room filled with journalists, media industry leaders, philanthropists, and other supporters of local journalism at the Weisman Art Museum in Minneapolis. While the focus of the evening was panel discussions on growing statewide support for local news in Minnesota, sharing the report was an opportunity to underscore the unique benefits the nonprofit program brings to local journalism across the nation.
See Shaboozey In Minnesota This September
He's one of the biggest rising stars in music right now and you have a chance to see him in Minnesota later this year!. Shaboozey is hitting the road this fall on his recently-announced 'Where I've Been Isn't Where I'm Going Tour' and that includes a stop in Minneapolis. Concert...
Despite a recent rebound, Minnesota bee farmers are facing a year of hardship
According to new state data, the number of bee colonies in Minnesota grew nearly 32% in the last five years. But Ames Bee Farm owner Brian Fredrickson says that’s mostly due to a new homesteading trend.
Popular History Channel Show is Filming in Minnesota this Fall
It's always really exciting when shows or movies decide to film in Minnesota. Even if we can't be involved at all, we're still proud that our state was chosen! But this particular show that will be filming here DOES want our participation. It's a big show from the History Channel...
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