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12 Unusual Ways To Stay Cool This Summer in Minnesota
I'm sorry for what I am going to say this weekend when I'm feeling so hot that I think my insides are melting. The temps in Minnesota the next few days are going to make all of us feel sticky and gross. Most of Southeast Minnesota is aiming to hit close to 90 degrees and Iowa is supposed to have a heat index of 106 on Saturday. Not only will you get to swat at mosquitos while you are outside but you will also melt into the concrete. Summer is fun. If you have to sit outside at baseball games for the kids or have a job that feels the hot sun, check out the tips below that are a bit unusual but will help keep your body cool.
Cool Down at Massive Water Fight This Saturday in Minnesota!
Get Ready to Sweat, Minnesota! The Summer Heat is On The Way. We are going to be feeling the heat the next few days! Summer is HERE!!! I just glanced at weather.com and looks like the high for Saturday will be 88 degrees for most of Southeast Minnesota. Minneapolis is supposed to be one of the hottest areas hitting at 91 degrees. Sunday, the temps look to be a bit higher than that though according to the National Weather Service. And if you know anyone in Iowa, pray that they've got air-conditioning because parts of the state are going to experience a heat index of 106 degrees!
Stunning Post Malone Facts: 11 Things Country Fans Need to Know
Post Malone may not be the man you think he is. These 11 facts about the "I Had Some Help" singer shed light on his childhood, beliefs and mistakes. Plus, you'll learn the real reason he has so many face tattoos. Everyone knows Post Malone (Austin Richard Post) was born...
STATEWIDE ALERT – Minnesota Teen Missing Since Late May
St. Cloud, MN (KROC-AM News) - A statewide missing person alert has been issued for a Minnesota teenager who has been missing since late May. The alert issued by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says 17-year-old Shikita Katie Jones was reported as a runaway from the home of a relative in St. Cloud on May 25. Officials say she is believed to be with an unidentified adult male.
Morgan Wallen Postpones a Handful of Shows Due to Illness
Morgan Wallen is rescheduling a few shows on the 2024 leg of his One Night at a Time tour due to an undisclosed illness. The country singer says he "powered through being sick" during his first night in Tampa, Fla. on July 11, but would be unable to perform the second night on July 12.
Iconic Minnesota Mexican-Pizza Place Now a Top 15 Favorite in Entire World
Tucked away in the charming town of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, there’s a pizza spot that locals and visitors can’t get enough of. This unique restaurant, famous for blending Mexican and Italian flavors in the most delicious way, has just been named among some of the world's most favorite pizza places by the New York Times.
Patrick Mahomes + Wife Brittany Are Expecting Another Baby: ‘Round Three’
Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany are on the way to becoming a family of five after announcing they are expecting they're pregnant with their third child. Brittany made the news public as she shared a behind-the-scenes video of a family photo shoot that included a reel of sonogram photos.
Minnesota Water Park Investigating Source of Explosive Diarrhea Causing Parasite
One Minnesota water park is working with state officials to determine the source of a parasite that caused a "diarrheal illness" to guests. The Minnesota Department of Health says the guests got the illness that can cause symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps and pains, and a fever from Cryptosporidiosis, which is spread from the stool of an infected person.
Bug Found in Minnesota That Can Make You Allergic to Meat
In Minnesota, most of the time the bugs we deal with in the summer are mostly annoying. They could make you itch, maybe make you sick (hopefully not), but as far as I know, we don't have much for seriously dangerous bugs. This is a bug, though, that can really...
Why You Shouldn’t Wear a T-shirt in Swimming Pools This Summer
More and more public pools (and even some private pools) are banning their guests from wearing T-shirts when swimming. But it's not just about keeping a strict dress code or swimmer safety. Why Pools Ban Some Shirts In Pools. It doesn't matter why you'd want to wear a T-shirt while...
Cracker Barrel Customers Outraged Over New Modern Design
Cracker Barrel is making news for a modern revamp of their old country style interior. Just recently, the famous biscuit restaurant tried to update the old horse and buggy aesthetic to a more "Chip and Joanna Gaines" style. Check out some of the updates below that enraged some loyal fans.
There Are Now Only 5 Drive-In Theaters Left in Minnesota
I grew up watching movies at the '100 Twin' Drive-In just off 694 in Fridley. In Owatonna it was the '45 Hi-Way Outdoor' (later named the 'Starlite' Drive-In), and Faribault had the 'Family' Drive-In -- all three are long gone. At their peak nearly 80 existed across Minnesota, but that number has shrunk to just five. Here's where to find them.
Megan Moroney Requires Some Interesting Things Backstage at Every Show [Exclusive]
When an artist or a band roll into town, they have a contract signed to play a venue for a certain amount of money. Part of that contract is supplying everything the artist needs to feel most comfortable before and after their performance. Megan Moroney Requires Some Interesting Things Backstage...
Vehicle With Green Light Fatally Strikes Pedestrian at Minnesota Intersection
Blaine, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Twin Cities woman lost her life after she was struck by a vehicle while walking across an intersection Thursday evening. It’s the second vehicle-pedestrian fatality in Minnesota in less than a week. 78-year-old Cuc Tri Tran of Chatsworth California died after being hit by a vehicle at an intersection in Brooklyn Park on Sunday evening.
Heat Safety Tips for the Hot Weekend Ahead in Minnesota
Hot weather is expected to arrive in Minnesota for the weekend, so let's brush on some hot weather safety tips. Minnesota's Third Deadliest Weather Factor Since 1990. The third greatest number of weather fatalities in Minnesota since 1990 has been due to excessive heat. Eighteen people have died from high heat and humidity. Only tornadoes and flooding have killed more people in the last 25 years.
The Best Airport in the Entire Country Is Here In Minnesota (Again)
A new survey from Travel + Leisure once again says the top-rated airport in North America can be found right here in Minnesota. When you're traveling, there are few things that can mess up your trip more than having problems at the airport. Whether it's getting through security quickly, finding your gate, or getting something to eat or drink before you hop on a plane, airports play a big role in our travels.
Is Wisconsin Getting Its First National Park?
An effort is underway to give Wisconsin its first national park, with a congressman from the Badger State leading the charge to make it happen. Tom Tiffany, who represents Wisconsin's 7th District (which covers most of Northern Wisconsin), will be proposing a new bill that aims to convert a popular outdoor destination in his district to what would be the state's first national park.
AI Gives Shocking, Brutally Honest Take on Life in Minnesota
Artificial Intelligence is looking to be one of the most transformational tech advances in modern times, but don't expect to any AI lifeforms to be taking up residence in Minnesota any time soon. I asked several AI chatbots about their honest thoughts on life in Minnesota, and what they thought...
How to Keep Your Dog Safe in Minnesota’s Heat this Weekend
This weekend is going to be the warmest weekend in Minnesota so far this year. Since it's been a while since we've dealt with this kind of heat, I wanted to remind dog parents how to keep your dog safe this weekend. Minnesota's Hottest Weekend of the Year. Across the...
Shania Twain Named 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards Host
The People's Choice Country Awards is returning for its second year in 2024 with a country veteran at the helm — Shania Twain. Country music's newest award show also announced it will be airing live on NBC on Thursday, Sept. 26 with streaming available on Peacock. "Consider this your...
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