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Jules Edwards advocated for her autistic kids — then learned she’s autistic, too
She became committed to making the world a better place for generations to come. In celebration of Disability Pride Month, throughout July MPR News is featuring stories about Minnesotans with disabilities who are making an impact. See more at mprnews.org/changemakers. Jules Edwards is a Twin Cities-based Anishinaabe autistic author and...
The Best Airport in the Entire Country Is Here In Minnesota (Again)
A new survey from Travel + Leisure once again says the top-rated airport in North America can be found right here in Minnesota. When you're traveling, there are few things that can mess up your trip more than having problems at the airport. Whether it's getting through security quickly, finding your gate, or getting something to eat or drink before you hop on a plane, airports play a big role in our travels.
Duluth Climbers Coalition Welcome Inexperienced Climbers to ‘Flock to the Rock’
DULUTH, Minn. — While Duluth offers a wide array of hiking trails to get outside UMD students and members of the Duluth Climbers Coalition offer another way to traverse some of Duluth’s rockiest trails. On Saturday, the climbers coalition offered community members out to Ely’s Peak to scale...
Photos: 9 TO 5 at Duluth Playhouse
Duluth Playhouse is presenting its final Main Stage production of the season, 9 to 5, The Musical, running through July 28 at the NorShor Theatre. Based on the cult classic movie, this Broadway hit features feel-good songs by the legendary Dolly Parton and a book by Patricia Resnick, the co-writer of the original screenplay.
Harbor Monsters Shut Down Woo, Earn First Home Victory
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters played with a vengeance on Saturday, defeating the Iowa Woo 52-41 at the DECC. Duluth had previously lost to Iowa 44-21 two weeks ago. With this win, the Harbor Monsters improve to 3-3 overall. Next weekend, Duluth will stay home to face the Ozarks...
Kids Enjoy Football, Contact at Arrowhead Camp
PROCTOR, Minn.- Young football players took the field in full pads eager to have fun at the Arrowhead Football Camp at Jim Egerdahl Field in Proctor. The annual camp aims to teach kids the fundamentals of football while showing them how to play the sport both safely and effectively. However, for the campers themselves, getting to put on pads with their friends in the summer is simply an opportunity to have fun.
Duluth Huskies hang on to lead after near collapse
On Sunday, the Duluth Huskies held on to win a thrilling 9-8 matchup against the Rochester Honkers. Both teams scored in the first inning, but in the second, the Huskies put up five runs in the bottom half of the inning. However, the Honkers would put up runs in the...
Sullivan, Janezich win relaunched of First Avenue Mile
HIBBING—Both Mileena Sullivan and Brady Janezich are used to running longer distances, 5K’s to be exact. But both Sullivan and Janezich need to run some speed work to get stronger at those longer races. They both took advantage of that Saturday as Sulivan and Janezich won their respective competitive races at the First Avenue Mile, which has made a comeback after a 20-plus-year hiatus. ...
Residents sound off on making Apostle Islands National Lakeshore a national park
Congressman Tom Tiffany wants to make the Apostle Island National Lakeshore Wisconsin’s first national park, but not everyone in the Bay Area is on board. Several people spoke out against the proposal Thursday during a Bayfield County Executive Committee meeting, concerned about what would happen to the Bay Area if it comes to fruition. Tiffany, R-7th District, has said the Bay Area would see increased tourism, bringing with it enhanced...
New Law Allows Minnesota Breweries to Sell THC Drinks on Tap
A new law took effect on July 1st, 2024 in Minnesota that now allows breweries to sell hemp-derived, THC-infused drinks on tap. This is big news for breweries who already were making and selling their own THC drinks in cans. THC on Tap at Minnesota Breweries. Plenty of breweries across...
Minnesota LEMA President alarmed by 15% increase in officer deaths so far this year
CRYSTAL, MINN. — Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association President Brian Hubbard of Crystal says every officer goes to work every day knowing they may be called to make the ultimate sacrifice. But he says, “When it actually happens I think we are freshly reminded, both us and our families, of the potential of that sacrifice. And so I think it always becomes a vivid reminder especially when it happens close to home.”
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