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Read All About It! Large Book Sale In Cold Spring
Do you love to read? I've been buying the Dune series of books, and each one of the books ranges from $16 to $21. If you love to read, you'll want to take advantage of this big book sale this weekend, where you can get great reads from some of the most popular authors for as low as $1 per book.
Several Events Planned for Downtown St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The next Art Crawl in downtown St. Cloud is coming up on Friday, August 23rd. In advance of that, there is an effort being organized to help spruce up the area. Downtown Alliance Director Rachel Lolmasteymaugh says anyone is welcome to pitch in. We would...
Rendezvous Axe-throwing opens in Willmar
(Willmar MN-) A new recreational outlet is now officially open in Willmar. Victoria and Hans Hibma are purchasing the old Tom Thumb and laundry mat building on West Highway 12, and have turned the former convenience store and church into Rendezvous Axe Throwing. Victoria says they had a soft opening earlier this month, and their Grand Opening was Thursday...
Olympic Watch Party Planned for Alise Post Willoughby
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- St. Cloud's Alise Post Willoughby will be going for the gold again at this year's Olympic Games. Details of a watch party to help cheer her on have just been released. Watch parties are planned for both Thursday and Friday, August 1st and 2nd at noon at the Ultimate Sports Bar and Grill in Waite Park.
Kwik Trip Adds New Area Location
(KNSI) – A soft opening on Thursday is easing the newest area Kwik Trip location into action. Situated on Rolling Ridge Road near Highway 10 on the east end of Becker, customers are already being cashed out with the customary, friendly “We’ll see you next time,” ringing from behind the counter. The official ribbon cutting ceremony for the station will be Thursday, August 1st, at 11:00 a.m.
DQ’s Miracle Treat Day Benefits Children’s Hospitals Today
(KNSI) – Help fund breathtaking medical advancements for children while enjoying delicious ice cream. DQ’s 2024 Miracle Treat Day is taking orders Thursday. All three St. Cloud locations are earmarking at least $1 to Gillette Children’s Hospital whenever someone orders a Blizzard dessert. They’re open until 9:00 p.m.
Minnesota Twins Prospects Soar in Latest Rankings
The Minnesota Twins plan to be buyers at the trade deadline and Keith Law resets the top prospects giving an idea of what they have to offer. The post Minnesota Twins Prospects Soar in Latest Rankings appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
Crystal Celebrates Opening of New Dental Clinic
A community dental clinic opened its doors in Crystal in July. Leaders say the clinic, located inside the Crystal Medical Center on Bottineau Boulevard, will expand access for those who need it. Community Dental Care, which has locations throughout the Twin Cities, is a nonprofit that serves patients who are...
Friend, former Mayor vows never to forget slain Mendota Heights police officer 10 years later
MENDOTA HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) - On July 30, Mendota Heights will mark a somber anniversary, 10 years since police officer Scott Patrick was killed during a routine traffic stop. Now, a decade later, one man is making sure no one ever forgets the sacrifice of his friend and former...
Somerset’s Inclusive Playground to be Fifth in Minnesota
West St. Paul Reader offers member supported news. Join now to keep your neighborhood informed. Somerset Elementary School is building an inclusive playground this summer. The $300,000 project was planned to extend into 2025, but thanks to a $200,000 anonymous donation, the playground will be completed in time for the upcoming school year.
Minneapolis park workers strike agreement; Presidential campaigning in Minnesota
After a strike of more than three weeks, the union representing Minneapolis park workers says it’s reached a tentative contract agreement with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. And ahead of former President Donald Trump's campaign rally tomorrow, Minnesota Democrats will hold a vote-canvassing event for Vice President Kamala...
Vikings Urged to Swing Training Camp Trade for Seahawks Starter
The Minnesota Vikings have stayed active even in the late stages of free agency. They signed cornerbacks Duke Shelley and Jacobi Francis to bolster their depth following the death of rookie Khyree Jackson and the loss of Mekhi Blackmon for the season to a torn ACL. Bleacher Report’s Alex Ballentine...
NP demo derby driver looking forward to county fair crashes
A week ago, he said the likelihood his truck would be ready for the Scott County Fair’s demolition derby was 50-50. Sunday, July 21, the odds had improved to 70-30. Corey Fehler is looking forward to crashing into someone. Just for fun. The New Prague resident is preparing a 1999 Ford F250 for the trucks category of the derby. He’s made the vehicle as stiff as possible within the context of the rules. His work has addressed the truck’s engine, its transmission, the wheels and frame. He’s acquired nearly all the parts and equipment he expects will be needed to have the truck ready to go. The challenge will be if the existing equipment works properly, he said.
Bloomington's Free On the One Music Festival to Ignite Central Station Park with Urban Rhythms and Culinary Delights
Mark your calendars for the beat-infused On the One Music Festival, hitting Bloomington on August 17 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Organized by The Avant Garde and spearheaded by the indefatigable Chadwick “Niles” Phillips, this third-annual show promises an unmissable lineup of urban eclectic tunes right at the heart of Central Station Park. According to the official press release from the City of Bloomington, the festival is set to bring a diverse array of R&B, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Neo-Soul, Afrobeats, and the potent rhythms of spoken word, all served up for zero dollars because, you heard that right, it's free.
Habitat for Humanity needs volunteers, home recipients
Imagine if your mortgage was capped to 30% of your household income. For six future Faribault homeowners, that will be reality. In northeast Faribault, next to Rice County’s new Public Safety Center, a housing development is officially underway. The first six single-family homes of that development are part of a grant-funded initiative to get families with low-to-moderate income into a home. Rice County Habitat for Humanity is building those homes,...
Last-minute cancellation leads Faribault Harley-Davidson to create track, host race
With about a month until the race, organizers were shocked to hear the venue was cancelling. The Cannon Falls City Council had convinced the board of Cannon Valley Fairgrounds to cut ties with Faribault Harley-Davidson, following complaints about noise associated with the race. The venue pulled out as the host of the race. The chair of the Fair Board had just built a “totally gorgeous” go-kart track earlier this year,...
Precision Lens Agrees to Pay $12 Million to the United States for Kickbacks to Doctors in Violation of the False Claims Act
MINNEAPOLIS – Precision Lens and the estate of its former principal, Paul Ehlen, have agreed to pay the United States $12 million to resolve a case involving kickback payments to ophthalmic surgeons in violation of the False Claims Act and the Anti-Kickback Statute. On February 27, 2023, a federal...
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