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The Best 10 Cities To Raise A Family In Minnesota
Minnesota overall is a stellar place to raise a family, but where is the BEST place in the Land of 10,000 Lakes?. Minnesota jam packed with family-friendly places and amenities. Many restaurants and businesses offer changing tables in their bathrooms, larger parking spots, and plenty of outdoor activities. But how exactly do you determine the best place for raising a family?
Body of Missing Minnesota Canoeist Found in Boundary Waters, Search Continues for Second Missing Man
Ely, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities have found the body of a Minnesota canoeist in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. That’s according to a news release issued Friday by the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. Search and rescue teams have been looking for two men who have been missing since a water emergency on May 18.
Minnesota Cafe that Serves Up Awesome Harry Potter-Themed Drinks
In case you haven't heard, I'm a big Harry Potter nerd. And when I found out this Minnesota cafe serves Harry Potter-themed drinks, I got so excited. I want to go and try them all!. Want to know how much of a Harry Potter nerd I am? I have all...
Northern Minnesota’s First Cat Café Is Now Open! What To Know Before You Visit
The trend of cat cafés has been growing worldwide for many years, and now one of these unique businesses calls the Twin Ports area home. Minnesota has been home to a few cat cafés for a few years now, all located in the Twin Cities area. Now Duluth area cat lovers will have the opportunity to enjoy a coffee shop experience that can also come with feline time at this new shop. The new venue, located on Superior Street in Duluth, is called Wired Whisker Cat Café.
How McDonald’s Once Opened a Confusing Restaurant-Themed Hotel
McDonald's attempt to enter the hotel industry wasn't exactly super-sized. The fast food juggernaut was looking to expand its offerings by opening a pair of themed hotels in 2001. They would close less than two years later. Inside The McDonald's Golden Arch Hotel. The Golden Arch Hotel concept launched with...
Two Popular Items Remain Banned At Grocery Stores In Minnesota
While state legislators DID make several changes to some of Minnesota's long-standing laws, they didn't touch the law that makes it illegal for grocery stores to sell these two popular items. You might have heard about the massive omnibus bill the 2024 Minnesota state legislature passed at the close of...
Former Minnesota Vikings Star Arrested and Jailed for DWI and Cocaine
A former Minnesota Vikings star was arrested earlier this week in Minneapolis after being pulled over by the Minnesota State Patrol, and this isn't his first run in with law enforcement. TMZ Sports reports that just after 11:30 PM on Tuesday, May 28th, pulled over a Bentley going 82 MPH...
Here’s Why You’ll See The Number 30 On Many Runners This Grandma’s Marathon
Grandma's Marathon is just a couple of weeks away. It's one of the Northland's biggest events, bringing runners from across the globe to make the run along Lake Superior. In case you don't know what Grandma's Marathon is, it's actually not a race for just grandmas. (Locally famous Grandma's Restaurant was the first ever sponsor.)
Walmart Accused of Overcharging Self-Checkout Customers in New Report
Walmart allegedly overcharged customers who used the self-checkout lanes at more than 1,600 stores according to a recent report. Sometime in mid-March, Walmart customers using self-checkout lanes were allegedly both under- and over-charged according to a report from Bloomberg News. The outlet is basing the article on documents pertaining to the alleged incident.
Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant Was Voted Best Place For Breakfast In Wisconsin
Skipping breakfast throws me off. It's the best way to get your day started and breakfast is easy to make at home. But getting breakfast from a diner is so much better, especially at the best breakfast place in Wisconsin. We have so many cattle and livestock farms in Wisconsin,...
Snoop Dogg Left Stunned at Player/Fan Interaction at Timberwolves Game
The state of Minnesota has seen some impressive celebrity appearances recently, and one of the biggest names in hip-hop was visiting for last night's Timberwolves game at Target Center. Game 5 of the NBA Western Conference Finals didn't end well for the Timberwolves, their season ended last night with a...
These Are Now the Naughtiest-Sounding Names in Minnesota
Minnesota may be the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but it's also the land of several risque-sounding names. How many of these make-you-blush names have you heard of?. I'm guessing these Minnesota city and town names weren't meant to sound naughty, but they kinda do anyway. (And, yes, I apparently have the mindset of a 12-year-old boy. My bad.)
Illegal Speed Limit Sign Replacement Sparks Investigation In Morrison County
Someone was trying to pull a fast one out in Morrison County recently. The Sheriff's Office posted to social media a reminder that it's illegal to replace speed limit signs, which is what was found to have happened recently. The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office received a report from the Public...
WARNING! New Scam Just Hit Minnesota With Ploy To Help School
A company known as My Gameday Live has been asking Minnesota businesses to support a local high school football team with sponsorships with marketing services provided in return. The local school has no knowledge of this and is asking to help spread the word of this scam.
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