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The Itascamazing Race returns on August 22
The Flying Squirrels take selfie at the Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway marker on highway 38. Clue: My corridor was one of the first byways to be designated in Minnesota. I stand at the southmost boundary and the first of four unique markers that stretch 47 miles north to Effie.
Watch live: Donald Trump returns to Minnesota with JD Vance to woo voters
Former President Trump and his running mate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) are set to make a joint campaign stop in St. Cloud, Minn., a generally Democrat-leaning state that the former president is aiming to win for the GOP. The event comes as Vice President Harris has emerged as the former...
Game 103: Twins at Tigers
I’m struggling to think of a trade deadline in recent memory with more roster churn than the Twins are experiencing now — and they haven’t even made a deal yet. With the health status of the 26-man in constant flux, the team has already returned Royce Lewis and Jose Miranda to the infield fold, with Carlos Correa due behind them in what is hopefully short order. As a result, folks like Edouard Julien have returned to the minors, and others like Kyle Farmer remain in IL limbo.
Ravenstone Abbey in Coleraine: the new place to be
On June 20, owners, Sue and Jozef, opened Ravenstone Abbey, a Stone Buttery Pub and an Axehole Dungeon in the quaint town of Coleraine. Shortly after, on July 14th, they also opened the Abbey Brew Coffee Shop. The Stone Buttery Pub is a medieval-themed pub that serves fine imported wines, whiskeys, and spirits as well as mead and their own specialty cocktails. They also carry local craft beers and offer a delightful Bistro Menu for guest enjoyment. One of the most popular cocktails is the...
St. Louis County Fair continues to grow
CHISHOLM—There’s a lot of excitement building for the 139th season of the St. Louis County Fair, taking place Wednesday through Aug. 4, at the St. Louis County Fairgrounds. This year happens to be a special anniversary for the fair that has moved four times in its history, most recently to its current location along Highway 169 near Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm. “I’m just excited for the 25th anniversary of...
3 Early Standout Players at Vikings Training Camp
Minnesota Vikings training camp kicked off earlier this week, with Christian Darrisaw’s contract extension dominating headlines. The man is now attached to the Vikings’ roster for the next six seasons. 3 Early Standout Players at Vikings Training Camp. Meanwhile, the franchise lost cornerback Mekhi Blackmon for all of...
Despite hot start, Sam Darnold still struggling with vital aspect of Vikings offense
Sam Darnold has gotten off to a fast start at Minnesota Vikings training camp, launching long bombs to Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison which have been posted to social media. But according to SKOR North’s Judd Zulgad, there’s one area of Darnold’s game that remains a work in progress.
St. Cloud Team Wins MN Legion Softball State Title
St Cloud Hype Post 76 captured the MN Legion Softball State Championship held in Bemidji by defeating La Crescent 3-2 Sunday. Ella Voit threw the complete game, giving up 3 hits, 0 earned runs, and struck out 10 batters. Sam Dingmann drove in the first run with a single in the top of the 4th inning. St. Cloud added a run in the 4th on a wild pitch. La Crescent scored a run the bottom of the 4th on an error by St Cloud. Ella Voit drove in an insurance run in the top of the 6th after an Ellie Meyers triple. La Crescent added a run in the bottom of the 7th and had the tying run at 2nd base, but a strikeout ended the game and St Cloud won the championship in their first year as a Legion team.
Gas Prices Fall in Minnesota
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Average gasoline prices in Minnesota have fallen 3.0 cents in the last week, averaging $3.29 per gallon. Nationally average gasoline prices have risen 0.7 cents per gallon, averaging $3.47 per gallon. The national average price of diesel has fallen 1.2 cents in the last week and...
Classic Hollywood laws inspire shields for kids in multibillion influencer industry
States are drawing on laws first drafted in Hollywood's golden age to protect 21st Century children at risk of being exploited in the multibillion dollar influencer industry. Why it matters: The content creation field is largely unregulated, and states are taking steps to ensure kids get a cut of the profit they brought in from vlogging or brand deals.
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