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Rochester motorcycle club hosts summer cookout for the unhoused
KIMT News Three's Evan Berg spoke with bikers about the importance of coming together to take care of you community. Rochester Samurai Riders motorcycle club hosts 4th of July cookout for the homeless. The Rochester Samurai Riders motorcycle club decided to bring its Independence Day celebrations to the Landing MN...
Rice County Lifts Some No-Wake Restrictions
Just in time for the 4th of July, No-Wake restrictions have been lifted on both Cedar and French lakes in Rice County. No-Wake restrictions remain on Cannon, Circle, Cody/Phelps, Fox, Maszaska, Roberds, Sakatah, Shields and Union Lakes. The definition of a No-Wake Zone means that all boats must travel at...
Crews work to stabilize Faribault dam damaged in flooding
FARIBAULT, Minn. — Crews in southern Minnesota are working to stabilize a dam damaged from recent flooding.The City of Faribault says the north side of the dam next to the Faribault Mill and south of Slevin Park is suffering from "flood-related erosion" on its north side.The full extent of the damage will not be determined until the water fully recedes.People are asked to avoid the area and not proceed beyond barricades and police tape within Slevin Park.City officials do not believe there is an immediate risk to the public.Crews will continue to monitor the situation.Last week, the Rapidan Dam south of Mankato experienced a partial failure due to flooding on the Blue Earth River. Erosion of a nearby embankment caused a family's home to collapse into the river. The iconic Rapidan Dam Store was also bought and demolished by Blue Earth County before it suffered the same fate.
Ojibwe tribes from Wisconsin back EPA in lawsuit by 12 states over water rights
Two Ojibwe tribes from Wisconsin have come to the defense of the Environmental Protection Agency against a lawsuit filed by 12 states over water rights. The Lac du Flambeau and Sokaogon (Mole Lake) tribes joined five other tribal nations from around the country in defending the EPA’s new tribal water rights rule under...
Doctor: Fireworks pose very real risk to your eyesight
(Radio Iowa) – An eye doctor who serves northeast Iowa dreads being on call during the Fourth of July, as she says there’s always a case of someone being blinded by fireworks. Dr. Anna Kitzmann, an ophthalmologist with Gundersen Health in Decorah, says fireworks can cause devastating injuries to the hands, face and especially to the eyes.
‘That’s 3 Kids Now’: Anthony Edwards Exposed By Woman Who Claims She Secretly Birthed His Son Months Before Longtime Girlfriend Gave Birth
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has been accused of fathering multiple children with multiple women over a short time frame. The 22-year-old is preparing for […] ‘That’s 3 Kids Now’: Anthony Edwards Exposed By Woman Who Claims She Secretly Birthed His Son Months Before Longtime Girlfriend Gave Birth
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Seemingly Shoots His Shot At The “Hawk Tuah” Girl
Sam Darnold seems to really like the action that Hawk Tuah can bring. The Minnesota Vikings quarterback seemed to shoot his shot at the viral young lady who has swept the nation over her mind-boggling interview. Otherwise known as Hailey Welch, Hawk Tuah Girl was asked how she would please...
Minneapolis launches first Narcan vending machine
Minneapolis is testing a new strategy to combat the opioid crisis: a Narcan vending machine. Mayor Jacob Frey and city staff unveiled the new machine in south Minneapolis at Fire Station 21 Wednesday. It’s designed like a regular vending machine, but it's stocked with a hundred boxes of naloxone, an opioid anti-overdose medication.
How fireworks shows can impact veterans struggling with PTSD
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Many Minnesotans and Iowans are gearing up for fireworks shows on Independence Day, but for some groups of people, the celebratory act is not as happy an occasion. According to Zumbro Valley Health Center, the 4th of July can be a tough day for many...
Suspected Drunk Driver Arrested After Crashing into Eyota Garage
Eyota, MN (KROC-AM News)- Deputies arrested a suspected drunk driver after he crashed into a garage at an Eyota home. Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Malinda Hanson says the collision was reported around 7:40 Wednesday night. Witnesses flagged down a deputy in the area after the suspect vehicle was...
I-90 Closure, Detours Planned for Bridge Demolition Project That Starts Monday in Olmsted County
Stewartville, MN (KROC-AM News)- A portion of Interstate 90 in Olmsted County will be closed at the end of next week as crews start a bridge replacement project. MnDOT says crews are set to begin work on the bridge replacement project on Monday. Drivers are being asked to prepare for...
Minnesota’s Largest Fireworks Display to Proceed Rain or Shine
Final preparations for Minnesota's largest fireworks display are underway. Organizers say the event will happen rain or shine and will feature delicious food trucks and live music, and best of all, it's completely free to attend!
Drivers warned of automatic fines up to $1,000 with new cameras in effect from July 1 – state can even take tax refund
SPEEDERS have been warned about new cameras equipped to issue automatic fines in key areas – it could cost some $1,000. If drivers don’t officially respond within 30 days, the city can come after benefit payments and tax returns. Six Iowa cities – Davenport, Cedar Rapids, LeClaire, Muscatine, and Des Moines – recently passed a […]
Stewartville holds Fourth of July events despite storms
(ABC 6 News) — Strong storms cancelled or postponed Fourth of July events all over the area, but Stewartville waited out the rain to celebrate. The annual parade was postponed from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., which was just enough time for the rain to let up so the community could come out to the parade.
Downtown Thursdays Continue in Owatonna (But Not This Week)
Downtown Thursdays in Owatonna are held the first Thursday of the month in the summer, but July will be different. The first Thursday in June, July, August, and September typically feature live music and more than 100 vendors, including food, crafts, and more. However in July, since the first Thursday...
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