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Popular Grocery Chain Closing Over 30 Locations
Ever since the pandemic hit, and still to this day, businesses have been struggling to stay afloat. Closing down stores that are underperforming, and having to file for bankruptcy seem to be the norm of today's day and age. Popular grocery chain closing over 2 dozen locations. Stop & Shop,...
Reba McEntire Will Host the 60th Annual ACM Awards — All of the Details!
While many country artists are polishing their brand new ACM Awards trophies from this year, Reba McEntire and the show-runners are already preparing for the 60th ACM Awards. The country singer announced she will return to host in 2025. "Hey, everyone, it's Reba," she says in a video shared by...
Who Is Ingrid Andress + Why Was Her National Anthem So Unusual?
"Who is Ingrid Andress" is a very popular Google search after the 32-year-old country singer's performance of the National Anthem at the MLB Home Run Derby on Monday (July 16). The short answer: Andress is a three-time Grammy nominated singer with a pair of Top 5 country hits. The long...
These Baby Birds Took Over Our Campsite In Northern Wisconsin
I've never considered myself a birder, but after this weekend that may have changed. We were camping at Totogatic Park near Minong, Wisconsin. We were in a new section, which they opened recently just west of the original campsites. We were playing bags, when my daughter got distracted. She gasped...
Warning: Avoid Swimming In This Toxic Minnesota Lake
Minnesota is the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but right now, only 9,999 are fit to swim in after a warning was just posted about staying out of this toxic lake. The hot, humid summer weather that's been prevalent across the North Star State this July might make you want to take a dip on one of our 10,000 lakes to cool off, right? But local officials in this Minnesota city are urging you to avoid any contact with this lake that's now unsafe.
Ingrid Andress’ First Performance After Time Away Didn’t Go Well [Watch]
Country fans know Ingrid Andress for her hit song “More Hearts Than Mine," but her introduction to a more varied audience at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby makes her memorable for other reasons. Andress had the honor of singing the National Anthem on Monday night (July 15), and...
Minnesota City Now the Best for Renters in Entire Midwest
If you're a renter, did you know that the best city for you in the entire Midwest can be found right here in Minnesota?. If you watch any of those real estate shows on networks like HGTV, then you know that a common refrain is how most of the subjects of each episode can't wait to get out of their current living situation, usually a rental or a situation where they're staying with friends or family, and into a home they've purchased.
Kane Brown Issues a Challenge to Jason Aldean: Will Aldean Accept? [Exclusive]
Kane Brown is a busy man as of late. Now the father of three kids and a country music superstar, it's hard to believe he finds time to do anything else. But, rest assured, Brown does have some time to golf. Kane Brown Issues a Challenge to Jason Aldean: Will...
Rochester City Council Approves Multi-Million Dollar Subsidy for New Housing Development
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester City Council approved a multi-million dollar subsidy for a new housing development on Monday. The subsidy will go towards lowering the prices of just over 200 new houses that are set to be built in northwest Rochester. The Prairie Ridge Development, which is being...
Could Jelly Roll Be Planning a Performance at WWE SummerSlam?
Jelly Roll is once again set to be a part of a WWE Universe event. Two of the singer's songs will be the theme songs for this year's WWE SummerSlam, according to a social media announcement from Paul Michael Levesque, aka Triple H — a retired pro wrestler and the WWE's Chief Content Officer.
What does this mean for Rock County residents?
Nothing is going to change for residents of Rock County, other than the fact that they may get more federal money now that they are considered part of the large metro area of Sioux Falls. The estimated population for the new MSA is expected to exceed 500,000 residents by 2050.
Rochester Police Seize Gun from Man Accused of Making Threats With Shotgun
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Police seized a gun from a Rochester man accused of making threats during an apparent dispute on Sunday. That’s according to Rochester Police Department Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson. Officers responded to the report of threats of violence involving a firearm around 7:30 p.m. Rochester Man...
REAL MOMENT: Minnesota Mom Reveals Life As An Addict
You hear the sirens. You see the lights from the police car. It is becoming more of the norm that when this happens, complete strangers pull out their cameras because they feel the need to “document” for a social media group. But the real story, what is going on in the mind of the person who was just pulled over where drug paraphernalia was found in the car...that is being missed. Today, you get to hear that part of the story.
Guilty Plea From Rochester Man For Sexual Contact With Juvenile
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - A Rochester man is expected to receive a jail sentence after admitting to a felony criminal sexual conduct charge. 30-year-old Timmothy Robert Johnson was charged two years ago with a single count of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a victim under 16 years old. According to the criminal complaint, Johnson was accused of repeatedly inappropriately touching a juvenile female on at least 10 occasions.
Trump Chooses ‘Former Critic’ as Running Mate in Upcoming Election
After months of speculation and just days after an attempt on his life at a rally in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump has formerly announced his pick for vice president. Trump has named Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate for November's Presidential election. The announcement came earlier today while Trump officially became the Republican party's nominee.
New Law Allows Minnesota Breweries to Sell THC Drinks on Tap
A new law took effect on July 1st, 2024 in Minnesota that now allows breweries to sell hemp-derived, THC-infused drinks on tap. This is big news for breweries who already were making and selling their own THC drinks in cans. THC on Tap at Minnesota Breweries. Plenty of breweries across...
Macy’s Shutting Down 150 Locations Across America: Here’s Why
In America, shopping malls are still a thing, but some have not made it to 2024. Within those shopping malls, exists the "anchor stores," the four or so large department stores that are on the ends of each long pathway of the inside of the mall. One of those stores...
5 Teens Accused of Attacking Dating App User at Rochester Restaurant
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester Police Department says five teenagers could face charges connected to an attempted underage solicitation sting. Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson says the incident that led to the charging request occurred around 7:30 Friday night. Police responded to the McDonald’s restaurant on 2nd St. in southwest...
See 34 Adorable — and Charming — Pictures of Young Luke Bryan
Luke Bryan first moved to Nashville in the early 2000s, after graduating college. Not long after, Bryan became a member of a Music City publishing house. Among his first cuts was the title track of Travis Tritt's 2004 album, My Honky Tonk History. It wasn't long before he was signed as an artist himself — under the Capitol Music umbrella, Bryan scored another songwriting credit, co-writing Billy Currington's, "Good Directions."
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