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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...
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.
FAFSA completion rates still down in Minnesota, though things are improving
Despite progress in recent months, FAFSA completion rates among high school seniors in Minnesota are still lower than in previous years. The post FAFSA completion rates still down in Minnesota, though things are improving appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Minnesota couple living with disabilities builds accessible orphanage and clinic in Liberia
BLAINE, Minnesota (WCCO) -- A Twin Cities couple emptied what little savings they had to start a mission and a movement that is saving hundreds of abandoned children. Agnes and Prince Cole know the struggle. "Living in Africa with disabilities was really, really hard. I went through a lot," Agnes...
Minneapolis vacant building fines, rehab ordinance approved by leaders
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Hoping to allow property owners to benefit from resources in its Vacant Building Registry (VBR) program, while also looking to curb those abusing the system, Minneapolis city leaders have adopted a new policy that could lead to fewer vacant buildings throughout the city. A property in...
Jack And Jill To Celebrate Leadership And Legacy At 46th National Convention
The Jack and Jill National Convention, a landmark event for America’s preeminent African American family organization, is set to unfold in Minneapolis from July 23-28. This gathering, themed “Celebrating A Masterpiece of Life, Love, Leadership, & Legacy,” marks the 46th iteration of the organization’s convention. According to a press release, the Jack and Jill National Convention will showcase an array of signature events, pay tribute to distinguished alumni, and foster engagement with organizational partners. Highlights include a teen leadership summit, community health fair, and legislative luncheon. “This convention promises to be a memorable gathering,” National President Kornisha McGill Brown said, emphasizing...
Twins hoping to add rental starter ahead of trade deadline
The 54-42 Twins enter the second half of the 2024 season sitting a dozen games over .500 and in possession of the second wild-card spot in the American League. After falling behind both the Guardians and Royals early in the year, they’ve leapfrogged Kansas City (54-45) and sit a manageable four and a half games back of Cleveland (58-37) for the division lead. They’re lining up to act as clear buyers at the deadline, and Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports that Minnesota would like to add another arm in the rotation — likely a rental.
Gophers and Beavers women’s hockey to play Hall of Fame game in Lakeville
The U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Museum announced Thursday that the University of Minnesota women’s hockey team will participate in the 2025 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Museum Women’s Face-Off Classic. The Golden Gophers will face the Bemidji State University Beavers on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025 at 5 p.m. CST at Lakeville Hasse Arena in Lakeville, Minn.
Edina Girls Flag Football Heads to Hall of Fame for Tourney
EAGAN, Minn. — As the 18U flag football team from the Edina Girls Athletic Association prepared for a practice last week, Camille Dubuc wondered aloud to teammates if they'd get the opportunity to meet J.J. McCarthy. Sure enough, the rookie quarterback surprised the squad as the Vikings created a...
Morning Announcements for July 18
Tell us what you’re celebrating this week. Whether it's a milestone in your career, a family achievement, a community event, a birthday, or something good happening in your neighborhood, we want to hear your stories. “Happy Birthday to my sweet son, who turns 31. Eliot is a neighborhood fixture,...
Minneapolis debates establishment of labor standards board
The potential establishment of a labor standards board in Minneapolis has sparked a potent discourse between local businesses and labor rights advocates. Downtown condo complex reception manager, Lev Roth, is pushing for the labor board’s inception to address pressing labor issues such as job security and work schedules. Contrarily,...
July 2024: A Series of Violent Shootings in Minneapolis, Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - As of July 18th, the city of Minneapolis has had four confirmed homicides in the city. Here is a list of some of the shootings that turned into homicides, information provided to us by theMinneapolis Police Department press releases:. July 7th: A 17-year-old was found shot in...
MN case brings renewed focus on animal cruelty
Pet lovers say a Minnesota cat that narrowly escaped death is in recovery after being thrown from a high-rise apartment building. They want accountability and more awareness of animal cruelty. The international organization In Defense of Animals is offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction...
Fern Ostberg celebrates 100 trips around the sun
On July 22, Columbia Heights resident Fern Ostberg will join the growing ranks of U.S. citizens who reach the mark of centenarian. As that achievement will follow on the heels of more than a week of community and family celebrations however, Fern expects her 100th birthday to be more low-key.
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