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Twins rally to beat Phillies, win series
(Minneapolis, MN) -- Max Kepler singled in Trevor Larnach in the bottom of the ninth as the Twins rallied to beat the Phillies 5-4 on Wednesday afternoon at Target Field. Philadelphia lead the game 4-1 in the seventh inning before the comeback began for Minnesota. Carlos Santana doubled to left to score Kepler and Larnach to pull the game even 4-4 in the seventh and then it was Kepler that walked off the winner to seal the win.
St. Paul Fire Department welcomes 20 new firefighters including two women
The St. Paul Fire Department is welcoming 20 new firefighters to it’s ranks following a graduation ceremony at the Minnesota History Center. Among them, two more women, bringing the total number of female firefighters in the city to 31.
Series evens in 6-2 Omaha loss to Saints
SAINT PAUL, MN. – The Omaha Storm Chasers dropped the second of a six-game series to the Saint Paul Saints, losing 6-2 Wednesday afternoon at CHS Field. For the second straight game, the Saints got on the board first and jumped out to a 4-0 lead off Omaha starting pitcher Anthony Veneziano, tagging the left-hander for four runs on seven hits over the first three innings of the game.
Striking workers shut down Minneapolis Park Board meeting with three-hour protest
Workers who are striking the Minneapolis Park Board for the first time in the agency’s 141-year history took the fight over their stalled contract negotiations to commissioners Wednesday night, demonstrating at their meeting for three hours straight until the board was forced to adjourn without getting anything done. Commissioners...
7-year-old girl attacked by dog is still processing what happened
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — A 7-year-old who was hurt in a dog attack Tuesday is still processing what happened. “I was just walking and then it pushed me and started attacking me,” said Yamah Yekeku. She went to drop off a package at her neighbor’s home. Then the...
Vikings WR Jordan Addison addresses recent arrest
Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is primed to build off his impressive rookie year in which he registered 70 catches for 911 yards and 10 touchdowns, but that may be delayed due to some offseason trouble.Addison was arrested on July 12 in California on suspicion of DUI after being found asleep behind the wheel near LAX.Addison didn't discuss any details, citing advice from his attorney and agent, but did say he is willing to accept any punishment the NFL hands him."I'm not sure what's going on," Addison said, via Mark Craig of the Star Tribune. "I own up to whatever...
Disparities Persist in Postmastectomy Reconstruction
HealthDay News — Postmastectomy reconstruction (PMR) rates among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) women with breast cancer increased from 2004 to 2017, but remain significantly lower than rates among non-Hispanic White (NHW) women, according to a study published in the July issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. McKenzie J. White,...
Marcus & Millichap Arranges $3M Sale of Historic Apartment Building in Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — Marcus & Millichap has arranged the sale of Soleil Apartments in Minneapolis for $3 million. Located at 1425 LaSalle Ave. in the city’s Loring Park neighborhood, the property was built in 1914. Soleil Apartments features 41 apartment units and one retail unit that is leased until 2029. Michael Jacobs and Abe Roberts of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller, Soleil Properties LLC. Jon Ruzicka, broker of record in Minnesota, assisted on the transaction. The undisclosed buyer offered to purchase the property on a contract for deed.
Off Podium Empire: Minnesota Golden Gophers at the Olympics
Bee One Gee news, your inbox. Every Friday. Airi Miyabe, Volleyball. Japan. Ava Stewart, Gymnastics. Canada. Bar Soloveychik, Swimming. Israel. Erik van Rooyen, Golf. South Africa. Devin Augustine, Track/Field. Trinidad/Tobago. Matt Wilkinson, Track/Field. USA. Nayoka Clunis, Track/Field. Jamaica. Sarah Bacon, Diving. USA. Any previous Olympics experience?. Nope! All newly-minted Olympians...
Vikings’ Christian Darrisaw Scores Big!
In this episode of The Real Forno Show, host Tyler Forness discusses the historic contract extension of Minnesota Vikings’ offensive lineman Christian Darrisaw. The extension is the largest in NFL history for an offensive lineman, signaling the team’s commitment to building a strong roster under Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. Tyler breaks down the financial specifics of the deal and its implications for both the player and the team’s future. The episode also covers the first day of training camp, examining the health status of players like Mekhi Blackman and J.J. McCarthy’s early performance. Discussions around team strategy, potential impacts of the new signings, and future prospects for other positions are highlighted, along with insights from producer Dave. The session concludes with fan questions and speculation on how the Vikings are positioning themselves for future success.
A New Source of Minnesota Road Rage: Traffic Calming?
"Traffic Calming Measures". Sounds like an oxymoron of rage-inducing poppycock [haha...poppy]. It's a real thing, though, and it's been implemented in Minneapolis. And it's working so well that the application process is as backed up as traffic on Highway 10 North on a Friday afternoon. Minnesota Traffic Calming Program Works,...
Minneapolis Launches Vibrant Storefronts Program to Revitalize Harmon Place with Arts and Culture
The City of Minneapolis is throwing its weight behind artists and creatives with its latest program, Arts & Culture Vibrant Storefronts, a pilot initiative to bolster both the arts community and economic activity in the city. Announced yesterday, the initiative is set to provide a financial leg up in the form of rent subsidies for artists and arts organizations to nestle into the city's Harmon Place Historic District's empty storefronts.
The Queerest Minnesota Fringe Possible: A Guide
Minnesota Fringe Festival is back again this year, and we all know what that means: some of the most innovate, hilarious, unsettling, and thought-provoking theater of the year is just around the corner. The Fringe Festival is known for including genres of all kinds, its occasional irreverence, and its often low-budget, high-creativity content. Whether it’s one person shows, short form interpretations of classic theater, puppets, dance, or silly musicals, you’re sure to strike metaphorical gold at most (if not all) Fringe performances. And honestly, you might leave some a little disturbed or confused or even unimpressed. That’s the fun of Fringe.
Vikes Views: How Many Games are You Going to in 2024?
Always an interesting point of discussion for me. I don’t live in Minnesota and I don’t get to go to many games. Most of the games I do attend are on the road. The Minnesota Vikings will have eight home games in Minneapolis and another “Home Game” in London.
Minnesota Vikings News and Links: When Will The Vikings Sign Another Cornerback?
Now that training camp has begun and we are getting daily reports which is great. Football season is back and we can really debate (er., argue) about players, coaches, etc. Unfortunately, the team has suffered another loss to the cornerback group with the Mekhi Blackmon injury. The speculation has begun about what they will do even after the Duke Shelley signing. Is there any free agent out there worth signing?
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