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Experts warn fireflies are disappearing
PRIOR LAKE, Minn. — Another reason Minnesotans cherish their summers: fireflies. The dazzling beetles are only visible roughly three to four weeks out of the year from end of June to July, but researchers warn they are disappearing. Ben Pfeiffer, the founder of "Firefly Conservation and Research," told KARE...
Pedestrian killed in Cass-Clay Creamery parking lot after being hit by truck
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A pedestrian was killed in the parking lot of Cass-Clay Creamery early Thursday morning after being hit by a truck. North Dakota Highway Patrol says they were called to 200 20th Street North just after 1:00 a.m. on August 15. NDHP says a truck...
St. Cloud's last Lake George concert postponed
Because of inclement weather, the Summertime by George, 2024 Wednesday night concert has been postponed. "We are exploring options to reschedule a date for a concert that will feature the Fabulous Armadillos and Collective Unconscious bands," said Summertime by George executive committee member Diane Hageman in a release. "The raffle will be extended to the new concert date." ...
Football schedule preview: Holdingford has winnable schedule; EV-W looms
HOLDINGFORD – Football season is finally here and Holdingford will soon be back in action after a Section 5-2A championship loss to Class 2A champion Eden Valley-Watkins. The Minnesota high school football season starts Thursday, August 29 and the football Huskers are hoping to recreate or improve on a 2023 record of 7-4 record. This year Holdingford’s schedule is back-heavy with Weeks 1-4 featuring four-straight games against teams that had a losing record last season. ...
Time for another Get Together! Annual event that celebrates gear heads is Saturday
Clear your calendar for one of Maple Lake’s biggest get -togethers of the year, the annual Gear-Head Get Together on Saturday, Aug 17. The fun kicks off on Friday night, Aug. 16 with the Gear-Head Pre-Party. Dangerous Man Brewing, The Maple Lake Butchery and the Gear-Head committee have teamed up for this family friendly event complete with live music, food and beverages.
WPJ Reporter Nicole Stracek: 8/14/24
Kyle chats with Wadena Pioneer Journal Reporter Nicole Stracek. Nicole bring in breakfast with free donuts (but no cans of Coke) Nicole recaps a conversation with Ryan Anderson about Pig n Wing Challenge and their new location for 2024. Wadena Rotary Corn and Chicken Feed Thursday. National Night Out with...
Two 9-year-old girls, 2 others killed in northern Minnesota crash
FLOODWOOD, Minn. — Four people, including two 9-year-old girls, are dead after a semi hit three cars and another semi in a construction zone in northern Minnesota Wednesday afternoon.According to the state patrol, a semi was going at "highway speeds" and hit the other vehicles, which were stopped due to construction. The crash happened around 3 p.m. on Highway 2 near Nelson Road in Floodwood. Four people in a Honda Pilot were killed — 9-year-olds Hope Mae Oakgrove and Charlotte White, 66-year-old Bonnie Mae Dow and 65-year-old Vincent Louis Dow.A total of 10 people were involved in the crash, according to the state patrol. Three of them, including the semi driver who struck the other vehicles, suffered injuries that were not life-threatening.This is a developing story. Check back with WCCO.com for more.
This is the Deadliest Highway in all of Minnesota
Driving can be an exhilarating experience, offering a sense of freedom and adventure as you navigate the open road. However, it's important to remember that not all roads are created equal - some are notorious for their deadly reputation.
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