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We Now Know Which City Is The Most Expensive in Minnesota
If you're looking to save some money, you likely don't want to live in this city, because it's now been ranked as the most expensive in the entire state of Minnesota. No matter where in the North Star State you call home, there are just some costs you always have to pay, right? Unless you own your home outright, you probably have a mortgage or rent payment. Then there are utility bills, taxes, insurance and other costs most of us pay each month as well, all of which eat up a healthy portion of our income.
Miranda Lambert Stans Fellow Texan Kelly Clarkson’s Cover of ‘Tin Man’
Kelly Clarkson slayed another country cover when she took on Miranda Lambert's "Tin Man" during her Kellyoke segment on The Kelly Clarkson Show. It didn't take long for Lambert herself to not only share the performance from her fellow Texan, but to put her stamp of approval on it. The...
Hardy Shows Off His Painful New Tattoo – Photo
Everyone loves a new tattoo, and Hardy has a new one that he is showing off on Instagram. Hardy's new ink is on the inside of his lower lip and says "JIM BOB" — an ode to the title of the singer's latest single. Check out the photo below.
Why Was Wrestling Legend and American Icon Hulk Hogan in Minnesota?
If there is one human alive that could be the mascot for America, it might be this legend that was just in Minnesota to promote his new beer. The new beer called, "Real American Beer", is co-founded by Terry Bollea, better known by his stage name, Hulk Hogan, he's a wrestling icon and global celebrity that has the goal of "bringing America together, one beer at a time."
Rochester School Board Approves Nearly $430M Budget for 2024/25 School Year
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester Public Schools Board (RPS) has unanimously approved its budget for the upcoming school year. The budget, which was passed during a regular RPS board meeting Tuesday night, is set to be the last of its kind. The district is set to present its voters...
‘American Idol’ Star Alex Miller Salutes Late Grandfather in Emotional ‘My Daddy’s Dad’ Video [Exclusive Premiere]
Alex Miller salutes his late grandfather in the powerful new video for his new song, "My Daddy's Dad." The former American Idol standout's grandfather, GB Miller, helped nurture his musical aspirations. GB Miller died on July 3, 2022, and Miller is releasing his tribute on what would have been his...
What Is The Fastest Speeding Ticket Ever Issued In Minnesota?
We're probably all guilty of exceeding the speed limit every now and again, right? But you won't believe just how much over the limit this driver was going that got them the fastest speeding ticket ever written in Minnesota!. If you've ever exceeded the speed limit while behind the wheel...
Billy Ray Cyrus’ Estranged Wife, Firerose, Accuses Him of ‘Extreme’ Abuse in Shocking Court Filing
Billy Ray Cyrus' estranged wife, Australian singer Firerose, is firing back at the country singer in new court documents, accusing him of "extreme" abuse of various forms as part of their ongoing divorce. Billy Ray Cyrus and Firerose married on Oct. 10, 2023. He filed for divorce on May 23,...
Medical Debt Relief On the Horizon in Minnesota
(The Center Square) – Beginning Oct. 1, the Minnesota Debt Fairness Act will ban medical providers from withholding care from patients with unpaid medical bills. The legislative package also forgives debt transferred to Minnesotans from a deceased spouse and prevents medical debt from impacting credit scores. “Life-saving cancer treatments...
Nashville Singer-Songwriter Terri Lynn Kathey Found Dead After Going Missing
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Terri Lynn Kathey has been found dead, just days after she disappeared in Tennessee while on her way to deliver a package. Chattanooga news station WTVC ABC News Channel 9 reports that the 71-year-old blues and gospel singer's body was found at the Monteagle welcome center just off I-24 near Chattanooga on Tuesday (June 18). The Metro Nashville Police Department has confirmed the news to WTVC.
Body Found in One of Two Vehicles Submerged in River Near Minnesota Boat Launch
Bloomington, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities have recovered a body from one of two vehicles that were pulled out of the Minnesota River on Tuesday. Crews had to battle what a news release describes as “dangerous water conditions” during the recovery effort. One of the vehicles was reported to...
Trucker Taken to Hospital After Crash on Southeast Minnesota Freeway
Albert Lea, MN (KROC-AM News)- A truck driver was taken to a hospital after crashing in southeastern Minnesota. He was the only person involved. The State Patrol responded to the crash shortly after 9:00 Tuesday night. The eastbound semi crashed on Interstate 90 in between Albert Lea and Austin in...
New Minnesota Company Now Offering Lefse With A Modern Twist!
If you are a true Minnesotan, there is one food that is a must for your palate! No...not lutefisk. That sounds like one of the nastiest things ever to put on your tongue. The food that everyone always seems to know and talk about is lefse. If this rolled-up treat is something you crave, some good news just popped up for you! A store is bringing lefse to you, but not in the traditional way that you love to eat it around the holidays. I think you'll still like it though.
DEVASTATING: One of Four Minnesota Stores Set to Close Permanently
I always get this sinking feeling in my gut when I see "Store Closing" signs up. It is never good news and the latest closing announcement in Minnesota is leaving a big hole in a community that has already seen several stores close. Another Large Retail Store is Closing for...
Post Malone Announces His New Country Album, ‘F-1 Trillion’
Post Malone just dropped details of his next album, believed to be a country album. The "I Had Some Help" singer took a photo of a sign with the album's title on it and shared the release date on Instagram. "I Had Some Help" with Morgan Wallen is nearing No....
Luke Bryan Sends Love and Prayers to Shark Attack Survivor
Country superstar Luke Bryan is trying to bring some cheer to a teenage girl who was the victim of a shark attack on a Florida beach. Find out exactly how the country singer reached out to the girl sending love and prayers for a quick recovery. 15-year-old Lulu Gribbin was...
Was the Snakmaster the Best Kitchen Invention of All Time?
While I'd love to argue that the '80s and '90s were the golden age of TV sitcoms, it would be a disservice not to acknowledge that it was also the era when "As Seen on TV" infomercials truly revolutionized every aspect of our lives in every room of the house. Fixing things in the garage! Cleaning the bathroom! And perhaps most of all—mastering every task in the kitchen.
Nashville Singer-Songwriter Terri Lynn Kathey Missing Since Sunday: ‘Please Pray’
Friends and family are asking for prayers after Nashville-based singer-songwriter Terri Lynn Kathey went missing over the weekend. The gospel and blues singer — who has also performed under the name Terri Lynn Blues — and her husband, Nashville-based drummer Kevin Kathey, own a courier service. According to family friend Kerry Pharr, Kathey left home at about 4:30AM on Sunday morning (June 16) to go pick up a package at Music Valley Drive near Opryland Hotel in Nashville.
Mysterious Shiny Monolith Has Las Vegas Police Warning Hikers
A brightly shining monolith has seemingly appeared out of nowhere in the mountainous area of Las Vegas. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department responded to a report of a large, shiny object spotted in a nearby mountain range. An Associated Press report stated a search and rescue team from the department was greeted by a gleaming monolith.
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