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Workers and lawmakers celebrate new Minnesota law preventing non-compete contracts
Several new laws taking effect in Minnesota as July begins. Among them is one that prevents companies from including non-compete contracts with workers, some of which are drawn up without employees knowing about it.
Breaking This July 4th Law in Minnesota Could Mean a Year in Jail
The Fourth of July is hands down my favorite holiday! I’m super excited to celebrate with friends and family. We’re having a big BBQ, complete with lots of cold drinks and fun yard games. Then, we’ll gather in the backyard where we have a perfect view of the city fireworks.
Moms are going viral for sharing dramatic before-and-after photos of ‘pregnancy nose'
Tyreece Gilligan knew her body would change when she got pregnant. She wasn’t prepared however, for the “startling” transformation of her facial features. “When I was three months pregnant, my nose grew three sizes,” Gilligan, 26, of Minnesota, tells TODAY.com, adding that her skin also dried out, her body odor changed and her naturally curly hair flattened and frayed.
St. Cloud's MN House candidate discusses her long-term pro-life, anti-LGBTQ+ stances
ST. CLOUD — Minnesota House District 14B candidate Sue Ek looks to bring a Republican voice to the DFL-controlled statehouse. As the familiar face canvasses the streets of St. Cloud, constituents are reminded of her 2005 campaign, which focused on anti-LGBTQ+ and pro-life legislation. “I don't think the Defense of Marriage Act is enough because it (opens) the door for marriages between two men done in a different state to be recognized here,” Ek said in a...
Sen. Nicole Mitchell burglary case: Prosecutors seek to remove judge
(FOX 9) - Prosecutors are asking for the removal of the judge just assigned to oversee the burglary case against Minnesota state Senator Nicole Mitchell. Mitchell (DFL-Woodbury) is accused of breaking into her stepmother's home in Detroit Lakes in April, dressed all in all-black, in the middle of the night. According to the criminal complaint, Mitchell admitted to police she knew she did "something bad" and said she had come to get some of her late father's possessions.
Can you fix it? Yes, you can. Minnesota’s Right to Repair bill is now in effect.
The new law requires manufacturers of consumer electronics and other goods to provide replacement parts, tools and instructions so items can be repaired in order to reduce waste and costs. The post Can you fix it? Yes, you can. Minnesota’s Right to Repair bill is now in effect. appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Famous Face Showing Up at Golf Course in Southeast Minnesota
Rumor is that a famous face might be showing up in July in Southeast Minnesota! If you happen to love golf, you might be one of the lucky ones to see him in person. Actually, I know it is possible because tickets are still available!. Famous Face Showing Up in...
Russian trans man who fled to Minnesota reunited, remarried to his husband
ListenRussian trans man who fled to Minnesota reunited, remarried to his husband. Wedding bells were ringing last week in Minneapolis for Erik and Ivan Beda. The couple remarried at The Bell of Two Friends sculpture at Nicollet Island on Tuesday. It marked the end of an eventful Pride month for the two.
State's 1st Latina police chief calls St. Peter home
From her office at the Le Sueur Police Station, surrounded by thank you notes and objects from her decades-long career, including a toy trooper cruiser still in the box that no one gets to touch, Pilar Gimenez Stier, a 1996 Gustavus Adolphus College graduate, answered the question, “Why did you choose law enforcement?”, with a smile. “When I was really young, I wanted to be Wonder Woman,” she said. The...
Bricelyn, Scarville celebrating 125th anniversaries during annual events
By Sarah Stultz and Josephine Petersen The Bricelyn community will celebrate the nation’s birthday as well as its own 125th anniversary during its community festival this summer July 4 through 7. There are events for all ages, including the annual Ron Sander Memorial Run, a parade, horse show, music in the park, fireworks and plenty […] The post Bricelyn, Scarville celebrating 125th anniversaries during annual events appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Madelia sees relief as floodwaters drop; park still under water
MADELIA Minn. (KEYC) - Slowly on its way to recovery, Madelia is beginning the cleanup process throughout the city. Multiple businesses and residents were affected by the flooding last week. Even the city’s lift station was out of service for a week. It is now up and running. ”The...
BC Fire Chief Volunteers with Southern MN Flood Response
After historic flooding in Waterville, Minn., Brooklyn Center’s fire chief and therapy dog traveled south to lend a hand. Located about an hour south of the Twin Cities, Waterville has seen unprecedented flood levels during this rainy summer season. According to Brooklyn Center Fire Chief Todd Berg, Waterville’s firefighters...
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