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Enchanting Dolphin-Shaped Houseplant Will Make Waves in Your Living Room
These days, I pretty much assume every eye-catching image on the internet is AI-generated. So, when I saw photos of a dolphin-shaped houseplant, I thought, "Nice try, robots!" But guess what? Color me surprised because there are actually houseplants shaped like everyone's favorite fun-loving (most of the time) ocean-dweller. Meet...
Netflix to Stop Working for Some; Minnesotans Should Check TVs
According to a survey by Variety, the average American household shells out $61 a month for four streaming services. That seems surprisingly low to me—maybe I'm just signed up for too many!. Netflix is the undisputed king of streaming with 260.28 million subscribers around the world. However, many of...
Is the Latest Willie Nelson Chart Record Unbeatable?
Records were made to be broken, but this one from Willie Nelson may never be touched. Nelson's latest record The Border, was released in early June and debuted at No. 50 on the Top Country Albums chart. With that debut, it becomes the 114th time that Nelson has had an album debut on the charts, extending his own record, according to Billboard.
From Hogwarts to Panem: New Minnesota Museum Celebrates Iconic Films
Fans of films like 'Harry Potter', 'The Hunger Games', and 'Jurassic Park' will have to make plans to check out a new film museum that opens this weekend in Minnesota. The new experience will feature over 500 props and costumes that were all used in the production of films like 'Harry Potter & The Sorcerers Stone', 'Beauty & The Beast', 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory', 'Transformers', and TV shows like, 'Vikings', 'Penny Dreadful', and 'True Blood', and those are just a small sample of the dozens of movies and TV shows that will be featured.
Jury Convicts Mississippi Man for Brutal 2021 Rochester Christmas Eve Stabbing
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- An Olmsted County Jury has convicted a Mississippi man who was charged in connection with a Rochester stabbing that occurred in 2021. 22-year-old Trashun Haywood of Olive Branch, MS was charged with first and second-degree assault following the stabbing at an apartment complex in northwest Rochester on Christmas Eve of 2021.
Woman Who Didn’t Know She Was Pregnant Gives Birth in Taco Bell Bathroom
There are rare cases where a woman doesn't know she is pregnant until the actual birth of the baby. Recently it happened at a Golden Corral all-you-can-eat buffet in Arkansas, but now, it has happened again. Woman Who Didn't Know She Was Pregnant Gives Birth in a Taco Bell Bathroom.
Iowa Dog is the New Title-Holder of ‘World’s Tallest Dog’
A dog in Iowa now holds the record for the tallest dog in the world! I love dogs of all sizes but big dogs always get me because most of the time they're just big couch potatoes. 'Gentle giants', as people like to call them. And this Iowa dog is no different.
Netflix Saves Day After Joey Chesnut Banned From Hot Dog Contest
Netflix has swooped in to save the day the for hot dog-eating superstar Joey Chesnut. Fans were outraged to learn Chesnut was banned from competing in Nathan's annual Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest, but thanks to the streaming giant they'll be able to see the champion compete in a legendary showdown.
30 Stunning Images of Pride Celebrations Around The World
While June is Pride Month in the U.S. several other countries have their own celebrations of the LGBTQ+ community throughout the year. The first gay pride parade stepped off following the 1969 Stonewall Riots in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan. New York Police Department officers had raided the Stonewall Inn, which History.com notes was "common" at "bars and restaurants where gays and lesbians were known to gather."
Minnesota to Host Epic Air Guitar Showdown
I have no idea how to play a guitar, but I'm an air guitar God, I can shred with the best of them, so I may have to pack up my imaginary guitar and head to the US Air Guitar Championship when it stops in Minnesota soon. US Air Guitar...
The Best Steakhouse In America Has Only One Location In Minnesota
Who doesn't like a good steak? If you're going out to eat and order a steak, you better be sure that the restaurant knows how to do it right. Steak dinners aren't cheap, and you want to make sure you're getting your money's worth. According to YouGoV.com, America's favorite dish...
7-Eleven Closing More Than 250 Locations Across America in 2024
For many Americans, going to your local 7-Eleven to grab a Slurpee and some Now and Laters is a rite of passage. Your chances to do so now might be fewer and farther between. 7-Eleven Is Closing More Than 250 locations Across America in 2024. It's no secret that the...
Dads in Minnesota Now Say This Phrase The Most
Whether it's one of those dad jokes that makes you groan, or some tried and true life advice, there are just some things dads really like to say. All. The. Time. But what's the most popular phrase dads say here in Minnesota?. As we get set to celebrate all things...
Ten Little Lies We Tell Ourselves to Survive in Minnesota
Minnesota is not the easiest place to live. From the weather to our sports teams, the Land of 10,000 Lakes has created a resilient bunch of people (out of necessity). Sometimes we even need to tell ourselves little lies to get through it all. Ten Lies Minnesotans Tell Themselves to...
Can You Get a Ticket for Honking Your Horn in Minnesota?
We've all tooted our own horn from time to time, but are there instances in Minnesota where doing that is against the law?. Yesterday afternoon I pulled up to Coborn's on Cooper in St. Cloud just as one of my co-workers was walking along the sidewalk in front of my car. What did I do? I honked my horn to scare the crap out of him of course. Turns out, that may be against the law in Minnesota.
Toddler Taken to Hospital After Being Slashed by Pizza Cutter During Assault at Rochester Child Care Center
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Minnesota woman is in custody after she allegedly cut a toddler with a pizza cutter at a Rochester child care center. That’s according to Rochester Police Department Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson. Officers responded to the assault report around 2:45 Thursday afternoon. Police were advised...
One of the Least-Popular Parks in the US Is Here in Minnesota
Minnesota may be home to 10,000 Lakes, but did you know we're also the home of one of the least popular parks in America?. In addition to those 10,000 lakes (which the DNR says is actually closer to 11,482), Minnesota is also home to 75 state parks and recreation areas. The Bold North is also home to nearly 4,400 campsites that are visited by an average of just under 10 million people each year, according to the DNR. So yeah, Minnesota's parks are pretty popular, right?
Two Wisconsin Destinations Among The Best In The U.S.
A recent article has highlighted some cool places to visit across the United States. It breaks down the best destinations for tourists to go by each state. Living in Wisconsin, and seeing most of the state, I was curious to see what out-of-towners would say the best place to visit is.
Storm Damage Scam Circulating In Minnesota Town
It's no secret that scams are everywhere these days. They even happen in our neck of the woods and more are seemingly popping up everyday. Scammers really like to target people in need or those that are in a somewhat urgent situation. This was the case just this week after some severe storms hit Minnesota on Wednesday (June 12th).
Pedestrian Taken to Hospital After Being Hit by Suspected Drunk Driver in Downtown Rochester
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Olmsted County Attorney’s Office has filed charges against a driver accused of being drunk when he hit a pedestrian at a downtown Rochester intersection. It happened on Wednesday morning. The criminal complaint was filed in Olmsted County Court on Thursday. An empty beer can...
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