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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!
WCA cross country alum compete in the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon
Two 2020 West Central Area grads laced up their running shoes to compete in the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon in Duluth June 22. Jacob Bright and Jack Van Kempen both ran cross country for the Knights and jumped back into running competition at the 13.1-mile race in Duluth. Van Kempen...
4th of July Parade kicks off festivities in Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. (Northern News Now) -- People young and old made their way to Superior as they kicked off 4th of July celebrations with a parade. Along the parade route, hundreds of people were wearing red, white and blue as they watched floats go by. The feeling of joy was evident, especially Superior Fire Captain Mike Hoyt who served in the military before he joined the force.
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...
Mayo Clinic touts advancements in hip, knee replacement to keep seniors active
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The summer weather inspires people of all ages to head outside and play sports. For seniors, pickleball has become a popular option, partly because the court is small enough that players don’t need to move very far to hit the ball. But, according to Mayo...
US Air Force explains the meaning behind the July 4 F-16 flyover
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Scott Prom talks to Mandy Koskela about the F-16 flyover set for tomorrow in the Upper Peninsula. Based in Duluth, MN, the Bulldogs of the 148th Fighter Wing will be flying over three cities in the Upper Peninsula: Bessemer, Wakefield, and Marquette.
Duluth named among America's 10 best towns to visit
DULUTH, MInnesota — It's not the biggest city in the state of Minnesota, but it's currently being lauded as the one most worth your visit. CNN has unveiled its list of America's "best towns to visit" and Duluth is among their picks.Calling it "a small port city with an even smaller-town feel, nestled in the northern woods of the state," CNN praised Duluth's "thriving outdoor community," and pointed out that it "fosters a vibrant art and music scene. The city somehow also caters to history buffs, foodies and families."Duluth ranked 10th on the overall list, with Richmond, Virginia taking the...
Blue Ribbon Romance – Get Married For ‘Free’ At These MN County Fairs This Summer
A lot of people have crazy ideas when it comes to their wedding ceremony. Some people like to jump out of airplanes, Say ‘I Do’ underwater… Bungee Jumping after they’ve been announced husband and wife, and even getting married on a roller coaster. Well if getting married at a county fair has always been your idea of the perfect wedding, you are in luck!
Another round of rain won't help flooding, but downward trend in water levels expected to continue
MINNESOTA, USA — As storms rolled through the Twin Cities again during the Fourth of July on Thursday, Mollie Shields of Bloomington felt a little rain fatigue. "Never thought you'd say no more rain," Shields said, "but we're definitely at that point right now." Although Shields said her garden...
Minnesotans Can Get a Free 7-Day State Park Pass
Public libraries...what can't they do? Teach you some manners, Greg. F#@%ing Greg... On top of books and internet access (and waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay more), you can also "check out" a 7-day pass to a Minnesota State Park from participating public libraries across the state. Minnesota State Parks Library Program. The program will...
State Representative Roger Skraba and International Falls Mayor Harley Droba talk mining, ERA, and funding rural services in candidate forum for District 3A seat
The Minnesota House of Representatives District 3A seat will be on the ballot this November. Incumbent Roger Skraba (R) is running for reelection. He is challenged by International Falls Mayor Harley Droba (DFL). On Jun. 28 the two participated in a candidate forum hosted by the Lake County Press, and moderated by Brian Larsen, editor of the Cook County News Herald.
Couple honored as Tower Fourth of July grand marshals
TOWER—Chuck and Nancy Tekautz have made an impact in the Tower-Soudan area and are being honored as grand marshals for the Tower Fourth of July Parade. The parade is at 11 a.m. Thursday with judging beginning at 10 a.m. at the Tower Civic Center Parking Lot. Chuck recalled his reaction upon hearing the news the committee had selected them for the honor. ...
Community Connection: Concerts on the Pier 2024
Glensheen Marketing Director Mike Mayou had an additional task this year when creating the line-up for the Concerts on the Peir summer music series. “Building out this line up was about imagining how does someone really contrast a headline act or really compliment it,” says Mayou. This year,...
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