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One Injured in Chippewa Co Crash
One driver was injured in a two-vehicle crash involving a semi truck and a pickup in Chippewa County Tuesday morning in Clara City. The State Patrol says 65-year-old Dale Robinson of Currie was driving the pickup and was taken to Rice Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The semi truck...
The kids are never fair game
Like many others, I wept watching vice presidential candidate Tim Walz’s son Gus express his sheer admiration of his dad during the Democratic National Convention. Gus had tears in his eyes and an expression of pure joy when he pointed his index finger at his dad during his speech and said, “I love you, Dad” and “That’s my dad!” Much […] The post The kids are never fair game first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
50 years of saving birds: U’s Raptor Center sees thousands a year
Listen50 years of saving birds: U’s Raptor Center sees thousands a year. There are lots of creatures at the fair. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer took the time to meet a feathered one: Rowan the red-tailed hawk. She also spoke with Lori Arent, Assistant Director of The Raptor Center...
HomeTown names Corcoran as next CEO following Westphal's retirement
After an illustrious career spanning 34 years, Kim Westphal, CEO of HomeTown Credit Union, has announced her retirement, effective March 2025. During her tenure, Westphal has been instrumental in driving the credit union’s growth, expanding its reach, and solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner in the community. Westphal joined HomeTown Credit Union in 1990, contributing significantly to its transformation from a small, employee-based credit union with $8M in assets and 3,500 members to a robust financial institution serving over 24,500 members across 26...
Republican offensive risks backfiring with transgender friends, family
Former President Trump and other Republicans are casting Vice President Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as left-wing radicals whose administration would initiate a seismic cultural shift meant to undermine conservative values, especially when it comes to advancing protections for transgender Americans. It’s a strategy meant to excite conservative voters and win over parts of the center,…
Prosecutors extend plea deal to man charged in crash that killed 5 young women in Minneapolis
The man accused of killing five young women in a high-speed crash last summer in Minneapolis could serve upwards of 32 years if he accepts a plea deal extended by Hennepin County prosecutors. In a hearing on Tuesday, the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office offered to drop half of the 10...
Swiftie Skate Set For St. Cloud’s Lake George In January
Sharpen your blades and get your skates ready for a FREE 'Swiftie Skate' at St. Cloud's Lake George. The event is set to be held on Saturday, January 4th, 2025, from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Unfortunately, last year's Swiftie Skate at Lake George ended up being cancelled due to...
Apollo Football To Rely on Experience in 2024
The Apollo football team looks improve on last season's 1-8 season with plenty of experience returning. Apollo head coach Michael Beehler joined me on WJON. He says they return a bunch of 3-year starters. Senior Davion Jackson returns as the starting quarterback for the Eagles. Beehler says this will be his 3rd year as a starter and he's hopeful the experience that he and other 3-year starters bring will help them this season. Apollo has 17 seniors, 14 juniors, 17-20 sophomores, and 20-22 freshmen. Beehler expects these numbers to grow early in the season as additional kids come out for football. Apollo has 73 kids out for football 9th-12th grade. Beehler says they are up approximately 15 players 9-12 this season compared to last season.
How Ketamine Can Help Veterans
No matter when they served, our veterans deserve the very best care. Of course, medical knowledge is continuously advancing — and so are treatments and medicines. Today, veterans have several treatment options for mental health and practitioners who understand their unique needs. In the St. Cloud area, Aurora Mental...
Rocori Students Unlock History As They Bring A Park Back To Life [PHOTOS]
COLD SPRING (WJON News) -- Some Rocori students are bringing a forgotten park back to life. FFA Students are cleaning up and revitalizing Lookout Park in Cold Spring as part of a school service project. Lookout Park is hidden behind Quarry Cinema just off Highway 23 and has had minimum...
MnDOT Hosting Electric Vehicle Charger Grant Information Session in Fergus Falls
Fergus Falls, MN – The Minnesota Department of Transportation is hosting information sessions to discuss opportunities to install electric vehicle charging stations at locations near Interstate 94. This new grant is part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program, and will reimburse up to 90 percent of project costs....
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