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Goldfarb returns as Maurices’ CEO amid leadership change
DULUTH, Minn. - There’s been a leadership shakeup at Duluth-based Maurices, where they are welcoming a familiar name back to the company’s top role. The women’s fashion brand announced George Goldfarb has been named interim president and CEO of the Maurices company, effective immediately. The change comes...
Burnett Dairy store makes Duluth cheesier
Cheese lovers in Duluth can now indulge in their favorite dairy delights. Burnett Dairy Cooperative opened a store at the base of Spirit Mountain right next to the Ski Hut Adventure Center. The Wisconsin company is known for its award-winning cheeses. Vice President of Retail Operations, Jame Swan told The...
Testing will cause closures and noise on Blatnik Bridge
Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) have announced that geotechnical load pile testing starting Wednesday, August 21 will lead to lane closures and noise on the Blatnik Bridge. The single-lane closures will be on the Wisconsin side near the ramps from US 53/I-535 to North 3rd Street and from North 3rd Street to I-535/US 53.
Federal Jury Finds Twin Cities Felon Guilty of Illegal Firearm Possession
DULUTH, Minn. – A federal jury found a Twin Cities man guilty of possessing a firearm as an armed career criminal, announced U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger. According to the evidence presented at trial, on July 7, 2023, Mille Lacs Tribal Police Department officers were dispatched to a residence in Onamia in response to a 911-call concerning a suspected drug overdose. Officers encountered Jeremy Jantile Burton, 36, lying unconscious on the floor of a bedroom in the residence, and began resuscitation efforts. After administering two doses of Narcan, the officers moved Burton from the floor of the bedroom to a nearby mattress and noticed a magazine of a handgun protruding from his shorts pocket. In order to secure the scene for EMS personnel, the officers recovered the handgun from Burton's pocket, and also observed several items of drug paraphernalia in the bedroom. Burton was transported to the Onamia Hospital by ambulance and the officers obtained a search warrant. A subsequent search of the residence revealed several controlled substances including cocaine, methamphetamine and fentanyl, scales commonly used to weigh controlled substances, several items of drug paraphernalia, and 36 rounds of 9 mm ammunition.
BIPOC-Focused Farming Company Plants a Legacy Outside Plymouth
Of the 25 million acres of farmland across Minnesota, less than 1 percent of it is owned by farmers of color. Route 1, a project started by a generational farmer, is hoping to change that. And address food insecurity besides. “I’m a fourth-generation farm kid myself. So our family farm...
One reason tribes got caught up in lending business schemes
Boozhoo ("hello" in Ojibwe) and miigwech ("thank you") for reading the First Nations Wisconsin newsletter. Tribal officials with the Lac du Flambeau Ojibwe Nation in northern Wisconsin found themselves in hot water recently for partnering with the proprietors of a nationwide payday loan scheme. The lending businesses were mostly owned and operated by nontribal...
Milwaukee woman charged in fatal shooting of 14-year-old appears in court
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A Milwaukee woman charged in the death of a 14-year-old boy appeared in court Wednesday morning, Aug. 21, for an initial appearance. Zariah Johnson, 22, is charged with first-degree reckless homicide and use of a dangerous weapon in the shooting death of 14-year-old Alijah Golden-Richmond. The...
Tim Walz prepares to introduce himself, helped by football players, students and Amy Klobuchar
Former football players coached by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be on hand as his name is entered into nomination on Wednesday, as the vice presidential nominee assumes the biggest stage of his political career.
Minnesota to invest $10 million in special education
MINNEAPOLIS — Gov. Tim Walz announced on Wednesday that the state will invest $10 million to support and train special education teachers in over 35 districts."As a former classroom teacher for over 20 years, I understand the impact a dedicated teacher can have on their students' lives," said Walz. "By investing in our special education workforce, we can help ensure every student in Minnesota receives the support they need to thrive in their education." Some of the grantees of this investment include: Bemidji Independent School District, Eden Prairie, Lakes International Language Academy, New Century School, Noble Academy, Spero Academy, Saint Paul...
State Fair Schedule: Come out and see WCCO at the Great Minnesota Get-Together!
It’s State Fair time and that means WCCO moves to our second home near Carnes and Underwood on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds for 12 glorious days. Here’s where you can see live broadcasts plus some details on our 100th Anniversary!
Minnesota Farmers Union Board Opposes Project 2025 Proposals
ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- Members of the Minnesota Farmers Union full board have voted to oppose the Project 2025 proposal. The board says Project 2025 calls for several changes to federal agricultural policy, including Repealing Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage and cutting support for crop insurance. Repealing...
The Harris/Walz and Vance shows return to Wisconsin, though the DNC is in Chicago
Milwaukee was again in the national spotlight Tuesday night. The Democratic ticket of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz spoke at Fiserv Forum, just minutes after Democratic National Convention delegates in Chicago reconfirmed Harris as the party’s presidential nominee and Walz as the choice for vice president. The Democratic Party...
Who Set The Record For The Largest Crowd Ever At The Minnesota State Fair?
The Minnesota State Fair is set to start its 2024 run with another line-up of great acts in the grandstand, but do you know which artist drew the biggest crowd of all time?. While we're all familiar with the amazing food and beverages, entertainment is a big part of the Minnesota State Fair too. According to its official website, the State Fair started offering entertainment in the grandstand way back in 1962. Dennis Day, Jane Russell, and Jimmy Dean were the headliners on the main stage back then.
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