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Gophers: 5 defensive players that need to step up in 2024
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The University of Minnesota football team is about to start fall camp, but first, the Gophers head to Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis. They’re projected to take 12th in the new 18-team conference, and there’s not a ton of buzz around the program entering 2024 after going 6-7 last year. They’ll need more from their defense this year to improve on that record. They allowed more than 26 points per game last season.
New report reveals Vikings crushed the dreams of Kirk Cousins
Earlier this year, veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins made the decision to move on from the Minnesota Vikings and sign a multi-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons. After six seasons with the Vikings, leaving the Twin Cities this year wasn't an easy choice for Cousins to make, and it turns out that it was one that he likely didn't want to make at all.
Golfer wins member-guest with miraculous hole-in-one, entire club goes wild
We’re smack-dab in the middle of summer, which means one thing and one thing only: Chaotic member-guest celebrations. It’s a genre all its own, as golf courses across this great nation host club members, friends, colleagues and ringers all jockeying to win their much-ballyhooed local tournaments. With this...
Twins Get Boost as Duo of Infielders Target Friday Return
The Minnesota Twins will get two of their middle-of-the-order bats back into their lineup without too long of an absence. Royce Lewis and José Miranda will likely return to the lineup as soon as this weekend’s series against the Detroit Tigers, per Dan Hayes of MLB.com. Lewis has been on the injured list since the beginning of July due to an adductor strain, while Miranda was placed on the IL with back tightness before the All-Star break. Both players are expected to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday at Triple-A St. Paul.
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and Union at Odds Over Contract as Strike Persists
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) officials are clashing with the Local 363 Union over contract negotiations, with the board insisting they've been transparent and fair, while the union decries the offer as detrimental to workers' rights. The MPRB countered the union's claims of management's bad faith, stating negotiations have been consistent and according to established procedures, this tit-for-tat public exchange comes as a prolonged strike initiated on July 4 continues to create unrest.
Minnesota Football Preview: Can the Gophers improve their passing game?
The Gopher football offense has an identity. There is zero doubt that this is a rushing offense, typically running inside-zone, that uses the ground game to set up a quick passing game to move the ball down the field. We have seven seasons with PJ Fleck leading this program and...
Minneapolis Becomes Literal DUMPSTER FIRE: Businesses SHOCKED By Antics In Uptown!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Minneapolis woke up to chaos on Monday as several businesses in the Uptown neighborhood experienced an unexpected disaster. Early morning dumpster fires led to significant damage, with one local tattoo shop, The Ink Lab, bearing the brunt of the flames. Firefighters Battle Multiple Blazes. At around...
Gateway Fiber continues expansion efforts in metro Minneapolis
Gateway Fiber has announced the latest continuation of their expansion efforts in metro Minneapolis. Gateway Fiber has announced the beginning of construction on a fiber network expansion to yet another Minnesota community. The announcement released this week detailed Gateway’s construction efforts in Plymouth, Minnesota, a community of more than 80,000...
As Delta cancellations continue, here are your passenger rights
MINNEAPOLIS — As Delta Air Lines works to get back on track after it canceled hundreds of flights over the weekend, customers are left wondering how they can get reimbursed if they are left stranded at the airport. According to flight aware — 77 flights were canceled at MSP as of noon on Tuesday. All but one are with Delta. Some travelers on Tuesday said they've been able to re-book, but not until the next day. In Some cases, with multiple connections turning a two-and-a-half-hour flight into a 12 hour travel day."It's been an experience. We don't fly very often. So, hopefully...
Mike Lindell's MyPillow agrees to pay nearly half million in overdue rent at Shakopee facility
SHAKOPEE, Minn. — Mike Lindell's MyPillow may dodge eviction from another one of its Twin Cities buildings after a virtual court hearing on Tuesday morning.Delaware-based Exeter Finance filed a lawsuit earlier this month alleging MyPillow is nearly $450,000 behind in rent payments for its Shakopee facility that houses an outlet store and a warehouse. The company has been leasing the space from Exeter since 2017.Both sides reached a payment agreement during Tuesday's hearing that states MyPillow won't be evicted if Lindell pays the remaining "rent and rears plus costs, interest and attorney's fees" by day's end.Lindell is represented in this...
Red Lake Nation and Lower Sioux Indian Community to receive federal funding; support small business development
MINNEAPOLIS — Red Lake Nation and Lower Sioux Indian Community will receive federal funding to support small business development in their communities. Sen. Tina Smith made the announcement on Tuesday morning. "Access to capital is essential to the economic health and growth of Tribal communities in Minnesota and across Indian Country," said Smith. "Native-owned small businesses face disproportionate obstacles when trying to secure capital to develop and grow their businesses, especially in rural areas like Red Lake and Lower Sioux. Tribes know best what works for their communities, and this funding will help Tribal economies to grow and thrive." The funding was...
Timberwolves Summer League awards: MVP, best rookie, and more
The Minnesota Timberwolves' Summer League ended on a high note after the Wolves defeated the Orlando Magic 115-100 on July 21. Following a porous showing in last summer's event, Minnesota won four of five contests this time around. The Timberwolves were one of eight teams to win four or more contests.
Minneapolis City Council considers another $1.4 million in workers’ comp settlements with cops
The Minneapolis City Council is poised to approve another $1.4 million in workers’ compensation settlements with 10 former police officers. The post Minneapolis City Council considers another $1.4 million in workers’ comp settlements with cops appeared first on Minnesota Reformer.
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