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Authorities Investigating Possible Minnesota House Explosion That Injured Two
Mankato, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities say a possible house explosion caused a fire that injured two young men in southern Minnesota. First responders were dispatched to the incident shortly after 1:30 Tuesday morning. Responding crews found and extinguished a structure fire at the home. The fire and possible explosion occurred...
Major Retail Store Blames Squishmallows for ‘Disappointing’ Sales
How could something so adorable and so squishy create so many problems?. The CEO of a major discount retail chain is pointing fingers at Squishmallows while blaming the plush toys for lower-than-expected profits. When Did Squishmallows Become Popular?. If you've somehow missed Squishmallows seeming being sold in every retail store,...
Minnesota’s First Lone Star Tick of the Year Found, Here’s Where
Summer has unofficially begun in Minnesota and so more and more of us are getting out and about to soak up the sun. But with summer in Minnesota comes ticks. Yay. Experts have warned that we could see lots of ticks this summer, mainly due to the mild winter we had not killing off as many as usual. The first tick of the year was even found in early February, which is insane.
Sandcastle World Championship Coming to Wisconsin
Building a sand castle is a fun activity that kids love doing at the beach, and it some even carry that talent into adulthood and compete in contests like the big one coming to Wisconsin this summer. The Sandcastle World Championships will bring some of the top artists in the...
One of the Oldest Roller Coasters in America is in Wisconsin
If you grew up in the Midwest, chances are you've ridden one of the oldest roller coasters in America. You know those roller coasters where you feel every movement and every turn deep in your core? They’re old and rickety, but incredibly fun and packed with history. Do you...
Not A Typical Start To Summer – Gas Prices Falling In Minnesota
The pain at the pump is easing across the state of Minnesota. Normally after Memorial Day, there is an uptick in gas prices across the state. Summer driving and activities, road trips, and vacations usually lead to more of a demand. That's not the case this year. Average Gas Price...
Two Killed in Crash at Rural Minnesota Intersection
Sandborn, MN (KROC-AM News)- Two people lost their lives in a crash at a rural intersection in southwest Minnesota. Two vehicles were involved in the fatality. A news release issued by the Cottonwood County Sheriff’s Office says the deadly collision happened in the southwestern Minnesota county Sunday afternoon. Deputies...
RUMOR: Big Change In January For Costco Stores In Minnesota
Looks like a big change is happening in a few months at one of the biggest bulk stores in the United States. Rumor is that Costco stores everywhere, including in Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin, are going to eliminate an entire category of items for the majority of the year, starting in January 2025.
Minnesota Bakery Owner’s Epic Response to Angry 1-Star Review
There are times in life when you have to stand up in the back and applaud. Today, that is me, and it is for all of the small businesses that are doing their absolute best, and working extremely hard for their customers. Days are long. Resources at times are short. And while support might be surrounding them, it is the complaints that sting the most, especially when they are public and one-sided...like Google Reviews.
Check Out This One-Of-A-Kind Minnesota North Shore Airbnb [PHOTOS]
Last October Amie and I spent four nights at this Airbnb cabin on the North Shore of Lake Superior just north of Grand Marais -- and it just might be the most beautiful Airbnb rental in Minnesota. The Auga Norte cabin is the perfect getaway for two with spectacular views...
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