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CROOKSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB TO MEET JULY 23 AND HOST A PLANETARIUM ON JULY 31
The Crookston Public Library invites readers to join its Reading by the Red Book Club, which invites adults of all ages to meet in the library’s beautiful River Room to discuss a variety of widely-read books. The selected title for July is Tom Lake by Ann Patchett, with a discussion to be held Tuesday, July 23 at 6:00 p.m. This reflective summer read features a family who owns a cherry orchard in Northern Michigan. The Crookston Public Library also hosts the Book & Brews Book Club, which meets at Drafts Sports Bar & Grill and invites adults to discuss what they’ve been reading and enjoy beverages.
Crookston homeless shelter reopens with building upgrades after deadly shooting
CROOKSTON, Minn. (Valley News Live) - The Care and Share homeless shelter, that was recently the site of an officer-involved shooting, has reopened with some building transformations. The Crookston community has been healing after a man was shot and killed by police at the shelter on June 30, 2024. Body...
The Historic Moorhead Dairy Queen plans celebration on Miracle Treat Day
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — The Historic Moorhead Dairy Queen is getting ready to celebrate its 75th Anniversary, along with Miracle Treat Day, and they want you to join in on the fun. Next Thursday, July 25th, they will donate all proceeds from Blizzard sales to Sanford Children’s Hospital.
World's best unicyclists battle for glory in Bemidji
BEMIDJI, Minn. — Hundreds of athletes, 12 days of fun and just one wheel. Unicon 21, the unicycling world convention and championships, is underway at Bemidji's Sanford Center. There's more to these competitions than just riding a unicycle. Some cyclists will compete artistically, some will face off in unicycle hockey or basketball games, and some competitions focus on speed. And if you aren't competing you can still enjoy the convention full of vendors, lessons and entertainment. Unicon 21 began on Sunday and runs through July 26.The event has been held before in places like South Korea and France.
City traffic signals at 17th and 24th avenues at South Columbia Road will be rehabbed
(KNOX) – Starting on Monday, July 22, 2024 crews will begin rehabbing the traffic signals at S. Columbia Road and 17th Ave. S. as well as the signals at S. Columbia Road and 24th Ave. S. With the rehab of the signals at S. Columbia Road and 17th Ave....
Bishop, Central Minnesota Residents Join Thousands at 10th National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis
(KNSI) – Dozens of central Minnesota residents made the pilgrimage to Indianapolis for the 10th annual National Eucharistic Congress. The event began in May when over 10,000 people started walking to the city carrying the Eucharist. On the way, the march stopped at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud. The congress is the first gathering of its kind in 83 years. Bishop Patrick Neary of the Diocese of St. Cloud called the event historic. “I mean, how many American Catholics have been to one of these national celebrations? And so we are so blessed, but you guys really are the base of Christ. You are his disciples as missionaries. With the joy you have, the example of your family lives, your faith and your commitment.”
UND staff teaches kids the benefits of drones with Smart Grant
NEW TOWN, ND (KXNET) — A new project is taking off in New Town, with a whole lot of help, from many others. Students from every part of the MHA Nation are participating in different activities all week. Kids from the Boys and Girls Club are there for a special day at the MHA Interpretive […]
Hinton Football two-way talent Gabe Anderson commits to North Dakota
HINTON, Iowa (KCAU) – The University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks have picked up a big commitment in the Siouxland area as Hinton dual-threat quarterback Gabe Anderson made the announcement official via his social media. The Blackhawks’ QB led Class 1A-1 in rushing TD’s (12) and rushing yards (871) while the rising senior was the […]
Fargo Police looking for man who allegedly approached young kids
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Fargo Police is asking for help in identifying a man who they say approached young kids earlier this week. FPD says on Tuesday, July 16, a man approached the children in the 1400 block of 68th Avenue South just before 9 p.m. They describe...
CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital Named Among State’s Top Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report has released its annual list of Minnesota's Best Hospitals, and CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital is among the top hospitals in the state. CentraCare-St. Cloud Hospital was given a four star rating in Patient Experience. The hospital was honored as 'High Performing' in the fields of Orthopedics and Pulmonology.
Minnesota poised to complete one of nation’s largest solar farms after permit vote
BECKER, Minn. (Valley News Live/MN News Connection) - Construction could begin in Minnesota later this year in the final phase of one of the nation’s largest solar energy developments, after state regulators greenlighted a key permit. The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on Thursday approved the site permit requested by...
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.
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