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Illinois veteran lawmakers react to Walz’s stolen valor accusations
(The Center Square) – A Republican state lawmaker responded to Illinois U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth’s characterization of vice presidential candidate Tim Walz's military record. Duckworth defended Minnesota Gov. Walz against stolen valor claims by calling him a “retired command sergeant major.” Walz retired as a master sergeant, according to the Minnesota National Guard. Republicans like state Rep. David Friess, R-Red Bud, an air force veteran, said Walz never served in...
National politics prevail at the Great Minnesota Get Together
Politicking at the Minnesota State Fair means glad-handing greasy palms, eating your weight in Minnesota commodities, and being ready to admire the tattoo of a likely voter when one presents her bicep showing a blue chicken. “People are very chatty,” said Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan after Ann Barrett of St. Paul showed off one of […]
Weekly Vegetable Update - August 28, 2024
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu. Growers are bringing a gorgeous variety of vegetables to markets and CSA boxes around the state. Parts of the state received some extreme winds that damaged crops earlier this week. Looking ahead, the NOAA 8-14 day forecast is calling for above normal temperatures and below average precipitation. Read on for information on aster yellows and late blight, as well as other crop considerations at this point in the growing season.
Bailey Builds Sets up Shop at the Minnesota State Fair
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — Owners of a local art business are representing the Northland by setting up shop at the State Fair. This is the fourth year Bailey Builds has had a booth at the State fair. People shopped a wide range of wood mosaics, Lake Superior based art, and other goods. The fair experience was a little different for Bailey Builds this year, as their booth was located on the north end of the fair grounds and the new location is beneficial to Bailey Builds during their time at the fair.
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