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Watch Zach Bryan Sing With the ‘Hawk Tuah’ Girl in Nashville
Zach Bryan's Quittin' Time Tour swung through Nashville on Saturday night (June 29), delivering plenty of unforgettable moments for the crowd. Kacey Musgraves even made a special appearance to sing her Grammy-winning hit duet with Bryan, "I Remember Everything." But the biggest surprise guest of the night wasn't even a...
SE Minnesota Man Ruled Competent For Trial in 2021 Murder Case
Hastings, MN (KROC-AM News) - A judge in Dakota County has issued a ruling that should clear the way for a Red Wing man to stand trial for murdering a Hastings woman three years ago. 35-year-old Kyle Williams faces first and second-degree murder charges stemming from the strangulation death of...
Rochester Area Continued to Lead Minnesota For Job Growth in May
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - The latest jobs data for southeastern Minnesota is a "mixed bag." Olmsted County continued to report the lowest unemployment rate in the region last month at 2%. According to the data from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, the rate was up a tenth of a percentage point from April but was a tenth of a point lower than the jobless rate from May of last year.
The Mavericks Frontman Raul Malo Has Been Diagnosed With Cancer
This week, Raul Malo -- frontman of mainstay country group the Mavericks -- revealed that he has been diagnosed with cancer. In a video update posted to the band's Instagram, Malo explained that some abnormal results flagged during a routine physical led to his diagnosis. The singer said a colonoscopy and a CAT scan revealed "two cancerous spots" in his intestinal system.
SE Minnesota Counties Included in Federal Disaster Declaration
Washington, DC (KROC-AM News) - The Biden Administration today approved a Major Disaster Declaration for portions of Minnesota due to the recent severe weather and flooding. The White House says the declaration frees up federal disaster assistance to state, tribal, eligible local governments, and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis. The federal money is available for repairing or replacing facilities damaged by the storms and floods that began on June 16.
Man Murdered Outside Amazon Warehouse in Lakeville
Lakeville, MN (KROC-AM News) - A man was shot to death early this morning in the parking lot of the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Lakeville. A news release issued by the Lakeville Police Department says officers were sent to the Amazon facility about 4 AM Saturday and found an adult man in the parking lot with a suspected gunshot wound. Officers, along with other emergency responders, attempted lifesaving measures but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Kenyon Woman Killed in Collision With Deer Near Zumbrota
Zumbrota, MN (KROC-AM News) - An encounter last with a deer on a Highway in Goodhue County claimed the life of a Kenyon woman. The State Patrol says the deadly incident was reported at 9:30 PM on Highway 60 about a mile west of Zumbrota. The preliminary crash report indicates 35-year-old Samantha Diane Johnson was driving a Dodge Neon west on Highway 60 when the car made contact with a deer.
30 Mood-Boosting Country Songs According to Taste of Country Fans
If there's one thing we love about music, it's that it speaks to our soul. Music can offer us the words we're struggling to find, it can soothe our aching hearts and it can rile up a crowd. And country music is no exception. So we asked our country music...
32 Items that Are Better Than Tootsie Rolls at Minnesota Parades
Summer in Minnesota is full of fun for kids! The swimming pools are open, playgrounds are busy with new friends, and the lightning bugs are out. But one of the best parts of summer is when you hear that a parade is happening! A parade is like a scene from "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs" for kids because where else can you just stand on the side of the road and have candy thrown at you?
Minnesota Took in 16% More Than Expected in Tax Revenues in May
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News) - Minnesota tax collections were significantly higher than expected last month. A monthly report issued by the Minnesota Office of Management and Budget shows the state's net general fund revenues exceeded $2.1 billion in May. The total was $304 million or 16.7% above the amount that was predicted by the most recent State Revenue Forecast.
What Fireworks Are You Allowed to Shoot Off?
As we get closer to the 4th of July, many people are stocking up on some spleen splitters, whisker biscuits, honkey lighters, hoosker doos, hoosier don'ts, cherry bombs, nipsy daisers — with or without the scooter stick — or whistlin' kitty chasers. But believe it or not, even...
Keith Urban’s Oldest Daughter Is Wife Nicole Kidman’s Twin!
Keith Urban’s oldest daughter proves she’s a doppelgänger of her mother. Nicole Kidman had a special plus one during Balenciaga’s fall couture show in Paris on June 26. Fashion site Vogue Magazine caught the moment the pair entered the fashion show. The 15-year-old sported a knee-length black dress, pointed pumps and black sunglasses. Similarly, Nicole sported a long black dress with similar accessories.
Tiny Minnesota Towns to Visit on 4th of July Weekend
Minnesota has plenty small unique towns in the state. Explore Minnesota's Jake Juliot joined me on WJON to talk about some of them. Like rainbow sprinkles on a cold scoop of vanilla, Minnesota’s small towns are both abundant and delightful. From well-known small towns like Ely, Pipestone and Nisswa, to the truly tiny towns highlighted below, there’s nothing quite like exploring a small Minnesota town with family, friends or even solo.
Rest Like Royalty In Minnesota’s Exclusive Castle Airbnb
Have you wondered what it would be like to sleep in a castle? This is the perfect opportunity and you won't even have to leave the Land of 10,000 Lakes. According to the Airbnb listing, this home was once voted the most mysterious house in Saint Paul by the Pioneer Press, and it certainly looks like it lives up to the title. The Manor was built in 1883 and has remained in the same family for generations.
Arizona Man Identified Through Lake City Police Chase Accused of Burglarizing Pine Island Church
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- An Arizona man has been charged in connection to a church burglary reported in Olmsted County last year. The criminal complaint says investigators identified him as a suspect through a police chase that occurred several days before deputies responded to the church burglary. The criminal complaint...
Rochester Man Charged After Police Find Thousands of Fentanyl Pills During Search Warrant
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Olmsted County Attorney’s Office has filed charges connected to a fentanyl pill bust in Rochester that occurred last year. The 2023 drug bust was part of a narcotics investigation conducted by the Rochester Police Department. Law enforcement executed the search warrant after multiple control...
Wine Experts Name The Best Minnesota Restaurants For Wine Lovers
A lot of the time when you treat yourself to a dinner out that typically includes an adult beverage. Maybe a glass of wine. And I don't know about you, but when I pick a wine I don't really know what I'm doing. I kind of know what I like...
Gone But Not Forgotten: Rapidan Dam Store Has Been Torn Down
After the family behind the Rapidan Dam Store posted a hopeful message earlier this week on social media, about reopening the store in some fashion, it appears the family took a buyout from Blue Earth County, as the building was torn down today, keeping it from falling into the every encroaching Blue Earth River.
Amazing Southeast Minnesota Florist is Being Featured at the Olympic Trials
I spotted this news on Facebook this morning and thought this was so cool! A southeast Minnesota florist is being featured in the Olympic trials for gymnastics that have been happening in Minnesota over the past few days. Olympics Gymnastics Trials in Minnesota. The Olympic trials for gymnastics are currently...
UPDATE: All Friday Rochesterfest Activities Now Canceled Due to Weather in MN
If you were starting to load up the car to take the family to Rochesterfest today, hold on. A huge announcement was just made regarding the schedule of events for Friday, June 28th, 2024 in Rochester, Minnesota. Rochesterfest Parade Route - Find It Here!. Weather Is Causing Disruption With Rochesterfest...
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