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32 Items that Are Better Than Tootsie Rolls at Minnesota Parades
Summer in Minnesota is full of fun for kids! The swimming pools are open, playgrounds are busy with new friends, and the lightning bugs are out. But one of the best parts of summer is when you hear that a parade is happening! A parade is like a scene from "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs" for kids because where else can you just stand on the side of the road and have candy thrown at you?
Minnesota Took in 16% More Than Expected in Tax Revenues in May
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News) - Minnesota tax collections were significantly higher than expected last month. A monthly report issued by the Minnesota Office of Management and Budget shows the state's net general fund revenues exceeded $2.1 billion in May. The total was $304 million or 16.7% above the amount that was predicted by the most recent State Revenue Forecast.
Tiny Minnesota Towns to Visit on 4th of July Weekend
Minnesota has plenty small unique towns in the state. Explore Minnesota's Jake Juliot joined me on WJON to talk about some of them. Like rainbow sprinkles on a cold scoop of vanilla, Minnesota’s small towns are both abundant and delightful. From well-known small towns like Ely, Pipestone and Nisswa, to the truly tiny towns highlighted below, there’s nothing quite like exploring a small Minnesota town with family, friends or even solo.
Bent Paddle Creates New Beer For Women’s Sports Bar In Minnesota
Late last year, news broke that a first-of-its-kind sports bar dedicated to women's sports was opening in Minnesota. Owner Gillian Hiscock got the idea for the bar when she and a group of friends went out to a Minneapolis area sports bar to watch the University of Minnesota Gophers Softball team play in the national tournament. She noticed all the TVs featured men's sports, even a cornhole tournament, but they had trouble watching the women's softball game.
We Now Know the Five Deadliest Cars on the Road in Minnesota
Many of us here in Minnesota and across the country are expected to pack the family in the car, truck or SUV and head out on vacation sometime during this 4th of July holiday. But are you driving one of the deadliest cars in the North Star State?. Minnesota is...
WHAT?! National Weather Service Now Including Tacos in Minnesota Forecast
When Mother Nature throws one storm after another at Minnesota, you can either get angry and cry about it or you can find a way to laugh and smile. The US National Weather Service in the Twin Cities has embraced the latter and helped make thousands laugh the other day with a hilarious post about tacos. Yes, they actually wrote about tacos. 🌮
UPDATE: Valleyfair Announces New Flooding Impacts, Changes
Earlier this week, Twin Cities attraction Valleyfair announced that it had closed a few rides and some parking areas due to flooding from the nearby Minnesota River. Since this initial announcement, there have been some changes that include a cancellation of an upcoming event, adjustments to operating hours, and more changes for parking while visiting the Shakopee amusement park.
Popular Minnesota Store Abruptly Closes its Doors
This one hurts, I went shopping the other day and was surprised to find the doors closed at one of my favorite stores in the Twin Ports. The timing of closure couldn't come at a worse time for me, as it's getting into Halloween season, and this is one of my go-to Halloween supply stores, so closing its doors as Halloween is approaching, sucks.
These Are Now The Deadliest Highways in Minnesota
If you're heading up north or hitting the road for the upcoming 4th of July holiday, be sure you use extra caution when you're behind the wheel on these roads, because they're the deadliest highways in Minnesota. We love our cars, SUVs, trucks and other vehicles here in Minnesota. Which...
How Accurate Is The New Facial Recognition Technology At Mall Of America?
Facial recognition software is now being used at Minnesota's Mall Of America. By entering the Mall of America, you consent to having your face scanned by security cameras. The Mall says they don't keep records or information on non-persons of interest. Officials with the mall say they are just scanning...
Winona Man Admits to National & International Sexstortion Scheme Involving Young Girls
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Winona man is pleading guilty to federal charges connected to a national and international sextortion scheme involving young girls. That’s according to a news release issued by the U.S. Attorney’s Office of Minnesota. He entered the guilty plea on Thursday at the federal courthouse in St. Paul.
Mall Of America Partners With Israeli Facial Recognition Company For New AI Security Tool
In a press release issued this week by the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota's megamall announced they are "proud to announce the integration" of some new security technology into their security systems. The new technology they are referring to is what they refer to as an "advanced facial recognition...
We Now Know If Any Minnesota Hooters Locations Are Closing
Just a few days ago, communities around the country were waking up and learning that one of their restaurants had closed permanently. Since the start of 2024, at least 44 Hooters locations have shuttered with most feeling that impact this past weekend. Now, that list has been revealed, and the fate of Hooters restaurants in Minnesota.
National Retailer Preparing To Open First Minnesota Store Outside Of The Twin Cities
A national retail brand is preparing to open its 6th store in Minnesota, which will also be its first in the state located outside of the Twin Cities area. While you can already purchase some Skechers shoes at a number of footwear retailers, a standalone Skechers store is preparing to open in the Duluth area soon.
This Minnesota Dogs’ Heartbreaking Story May Make You Cry
It's not everyday that I get choked up when I see something online. I typically only see ads now, which is annoying. For some reason, this ad for glasses with interchangeable frames is in front of me nonstop. I don't even wear glasses normally! But one photo popped in my newsfeed yesterday that had me in tears. It wasn't just the photo though. It was the story that went with it.
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