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Ever Heard Of The Fun-Loving Community Of Ideal Corners?
I love a good road trip. There's just something about experiencing a place for the first time. Often when people travel they get all wrapped up in taking pictures on their phone and posting the pics to social media. Not me. That's why places like Ideal Corners are so fun to go to, as many of the folks that stop by are the same way, enjoying the moment for what it is.
Severe Thunderstorm Downs Trees, Knocks out Power in Southeast Minnesota
Update: Severe Storm Leaves Destructive Wake Across Southeast Minnesota. Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A severe thunderstorm packed heavy rain and damaging winds as it swept across southeast Minnesota Monday morning. The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm warning for Dodge, Olmsted, Goodhue, Winona and Wabasha Counties. The warning was...
Walmart Admits Failure and Shuts Down All Health Centers
Walmart has been a staple in both the grocery and household items sector of retail for decades. In 2019, they tried to expand into the healthcare business, but they have now backed down. Walmart recently announced it will close all of its Walmart Health clinics across the country, a quite...
Two Taken to Hospitals After Downtown Winona Motorcycle Crash
Winona, MN (KROC-AM News)- Two people were hurt in a motorcycle crash in downtown Winona on Sunday. It happened shortly after 1:45 p.m. A car and motorcycle were involved in the crash. The State Patrol responded to the motorcycle crash at an alley entrance to Hwy. 43 near the Winona...
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Olmsted, Dodge Counties
The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northwestern Winona County in southeastern Minnesota... Northeastern Olmsted County in southeastern Minnesota... Wabasha County in southeastern Minnesota... * Until 715 AM CDT. * At 632 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Oronoco, or 10 miles north of Rochester, moving northeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Trained weather spotters. Tree damage and a wind gust of 62 mph was measured in Rochester at 630am. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * This severe thunderstorm will be near... Wabasha and Kellogg around 705 AM CDT. Other locations impacted by this severe thunderstorm include South Troy, Whitewater State Park, Pioneer Campground, County Roads 9 And 10, Rattelsnake Point, Whitman, and County Roads 28 And 31. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Lane Closure Starts Monday on Southeast Minnesota Freeway
St. Charles, MN (KROC-AM News)- A lane closure begins at the start of the work week for a stretch of freeway in southeastern Minnesota's Olmsted and Winona Counties. That’s according to a news release issued by MnDOT. The closure is expected to last throughout the work week. The right...
Motorcyclist Fighting for His Life After Crashing on Southeast Minnesota Highway
Kenyon, MN (KROC-AM News)- A motorcyclist is fighting for his life after crashing in southeast Minnesota. He was the only person involved in the crash. The State Patrol responded to the motorcycle crash shortly before 6:30 Saturday morning. The motorcycle was traveling east on Hwy. 60 in Goodhue County when...
Severe Storms, Heavy Rain Possible Tonight in Southern Minnesota
Widespread thunderstorms will develop overnight, some could be severe, with excessive rainfall possible across a large portion of southern Minnesota. Large hail and heavy rainfall will be the primary threats, with isolated damaging winds and a weak tornado or two possible. Additional rounds of heavy rain through Tuesday could lead...
Jelly Roll Explains Why Prison Was Easier for Him Than Being a Celebrity
Jelly Roll is one of the biggest breakout stars in country music over the past two years, after spending much of his youth and early adulthood in jail and prison. But in a surprising new interview, the "Halfway to Hell" singer admits that in some ways, he found prison easier to deal with than his newfound celebrity status.
Ray Stevens Drops Price on Spectacular Nashville Estate — See Inside! [Pictures]
Ray Stevens has dropped the price on his jaw-dropping Nashville estate, and pictures show a luxury property that's one of the most stunning country stars' homes of them all. The Country Music Hall of Famer's 6-bedroom, 8-bathroom, 10,179-square-foot mansion in the extremely exclusive Belle Meade area of Music City offers every available luxury amenity, including soaring high ceilings with exposed beams, oversized windows to let in lots of natural light, spacious rooms throughout, a chef's kitchen and more.
The Perfect Patriotic Merch for Country Fans Is Here!
Summertime is here, and that means it's time to bust out all things red, white and blue. 'Tis is the season for sunny days by the water, cooking every meal on the grill and donning your best patriotic gear. Taste of Country has launched an exclusive line of summer merchandise...
Luke Combs Fans Gush Over New Album After His Vulnerable Post
Luke Combs opened up on social media about his new album Fathers & Sons and pondered if fans even want an album that is centered around fatherhood. He was honest regarding his doubts about the project, but his followers were quick to reassure him. "I've been putting out music for...
Billy Ray Cyrus Files for Restraining Order Against Estranged Wife Firerose
Billy Ray Cyrus has filed for a temporary restraining order against his estranged wife, Firerose, amid their divorce. People reports that Cyrus filed an emergency motion in a Tennessee court on Thursday (June 13), asking for a temporary restraining order to prevent Firerose from any unauthorized use of his credit cards or financial accounts.
Blanco Brown Admits Pros and Cons of Viral Hit, ‘The Git Up’ (Exclusive Interview)
It was May of 2019, long before the country would be shut down due to the pandemic. America was overtaken by a new country song that came with a dance, called "The Git Up," by Blanco Brown. Blanco Brown Admits the Pros and Cons of His Viral Hit, "The Git...
Zach Top Recalls Sipping Tequila With George Strait [Interview]
Zach Top's memorable first interaction with George Strait came in stages. It started with a handshake, and it ended with tequila. The "Sounds Like the Radio" singer broke down this memorable experience during a recent visit with Taste of Country Nights. Zach Top's Cold Beer and Country Music album dropped...
Bail Reduced for Men Charged in Rochester Cell Phone Store Robbery & Stabbing
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Bail was reduced this week for the two men charged in a robbery and stabbing at a Rochester cell phone store. Conditional bail for each man was set at $50,000 following their arraignment on the charges in Olmsted County Court on May 29. Rochester Police responded...
Minnesota Man Sentenced for Role With Isis
Minneapolis, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Minnesota man learned his fate this week after being convicted for providing material support to ISIS. A news release issued by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Minnesota says the St. Louis Park man spent four years serving the foreign terrorist organization until he was captured by Syrian Democratic Forces in 2019.
MINNESOTA: Giant Gym In The U.S. Now Offering Free Memberships
The struggle to get kids off the couch and away from Fortnite and Minecraft is real. I'm a mom in Minnesota with two boys at home and hear the words, "fire!", "let's go", and all the latest slang I don't understand. It is so confusing!. I'm also well aware that...
Watch The Amazing Blue Angels This Weekend in La Crosse, Wisconsin
They are loud! They are extremely fast. And they are flying high in the sky just for you this weekend. If you are looking for something fun to do, the Blue Angels are getting ready to put on an amazing show for all enthusiasts in the Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota area. Everything you need to know about the air show where the Blue Angels are performing is below.
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