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Fun Days Parade treks on
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - North Mankato residents were excited for the Fun Days Parade, having already started claiming spots since Tuesday. “So, I think it’s a great community here in Mankato, and we’ve got a great parade to show that,” the Target crew said. The parade features...
There Will Be So Much To Do This Week in Sauk Centre
A week of fun has kicked off in Sauk Centre, as their “Margaritaville on Main Street” is underway. On Wednesday, starting at 11, Bear Trap Crazy Days will feature an all-day Happy Hour with $3 rails and taps. Then at 6 in Sinclair Lewis Park, South Meats North Food Truck will begin serving ahead of the weekly free concert, this week features Dana and the Bottlerockets.
Minnesota weather: Twin Cities hits 90 degrees for first time this year
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Twin Cities and St. Cloud hit 90 degrees for the first time this year, after a rainy summer kept temperatures relatively cool. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), along with the St. Cloud Airport, recorded 90 degrees Sunday. The NWS's third climate site in Eau Claire, Wisconsin still has not hit that 90-degree mark.
DNR proposes to sell 80,000 acres of BWCAW land
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Minnesota Office of School Trust Lands and the U.S. Forest Service- Superior National Forest have proposed a plan to sell land in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to the federal government to benefit the state's public schools. According to...
Two Hurt in Crash Involving Motorcycle, Pickup in Benton County
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Two people on a motorcycle were hurt in a crash with a pickup. The Minnesota State Patrol says both vehicles were traveling on 35th Avenue Northeast to go north on Highway 23 when they collided at about 1:00 p.m. Sunday. Twenty-five-year-old Derrick Lamont of Onamia...
Fillman wins cornhole state championship
PENGILLY—Normally associated with a fun time in the backyard or a game to play during a football tailgate, a competitive side to the game of cornhole has been growing in recent years and one Iron Range man has found some major success in that realm. Jason Fillman of Pengilly recently took home top honors in the open division at the Minnesota American Cornhole League State Tournament in St. Cloud. Competing in the tournament’s top level bracket, 32 of the best cornhole players in Minnesota competed...
Vikings WR Jordan Addison arrested on suspicion of DUI near Los Angeles
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison was arrested on suspicion of DUI after being found asleep behind the wheel in El Segundo, California. The Los Angeles Daily News was the first to report the news. A call reported a disabled vehicle blocking lanes from the westbound Glen Anderson Freeway to northbound Sepulveda Boulevard late on Friday night. California Highway Patrol responded to the call and witnessed a white Rolls-Royce blocking a traffic lane. They conducted a DUI investigation, and shortly after that, they arrested Addison. The Minnesota Vikings released a brief statement saying they were aware of the incident and were gathering...
Kaelen Culpepper had a powerfully emotional reaction after getting drafted by Twins
We've officially arrived at the MLB All-Star Break, but the festivies for today's star players are getting kicked off by the ones of tomorrow. The MLB Draft got underway on Sunday night and while Minnesota Twins fans had to wait a little bit for the pick to be made, it ended up being worth it. Kansas State shortstop Kaelen Culpepper was the pick at No. 21 overall and the emotion he showed after his name was called said it all.
The P/PTSD Perspective: Vikings WR a Bust, Cutting Beloved Playmaker, and DT Help
PurplePTSD works in partnership with Vikings Territory, similarly doing their utmost to offer top-notch coverage of the Minnesota Vikings. As a result, we’re promoting five of their top articles of the past week in “The P/PTSD Perspective.” Take a peek at some of their best stuff. The...
Authorities Investigating Apparent Drowning in Southern MN Lake
Lakeville, MN (KROC-AM News) - The Dakota County Sheriff's Office is reporting an apparent drowning. Very little information has been released, but the Sheriff's Office has indicated that deputies responded to an active water incident at Antlers Park in Lakeville late Saturday afternoon. The report indicated a man had gone underwater in Lake Marion and did not resurface.
St. Louis Park Launches Park 'N Play Mobile Recreation Van to Enrich Summer for Kids
St. Louis Park's newest summer initiative, the Park 'N Play mobile recreation van, is cruising around town, offering a plethora of free activities aimed at keeping the city's youth active and creative. Kids aged 5 to 12 are in for a treat with an array of games, crafts, and various outdoor engagements to ensnare their interests, courtesy of The Rec Center staff, who are delivering fun right to their neighborhood parks. If you're keen on catching up with the van's whereabouts, pop over to the youth programs webpage for a detailed schedule of times and locations.
Coon Rapids Riverview Park to Host 'Love My Pet Fair' Celebrating Pets and Their Owners
Calling all pet entrepreneurs and enthusiasts: Coon Rapids is gearing up for its annual celebration of all things furry and four-legged. The Love My Pet Fair, held at Riverview Park on September 21, invites pet owners and their well-behaved leashed companions to partake in a day filled with pet/owner costume contests, sidewalk chalk art, and an array of kid-friendly games. According to Coon Rapids Minnesota, the fair will also feature demonstrations and live entertainment to keep the tail-wagging crowd both engaged and entertained from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Full Moon Hike at Cleary Lake Regional Park, A Night of Celestial Wonder and Folklore Awaits
For those seeking a serene evening under the night sky, Cleary Lake Regional Park is beckoning nature lovers to a unique Full Moon Hike set for Sunday, July 21 from 8 to 9:30 PM, as detailed by Scott County Minnesota. The event offers an escapade through the forest, led by a naturalist, just as the full moon begins its ascent. Amidst the twilight, participants will have the chance not only to trek the park's paved and turf trails but also to steep themselves in moonlit folklore, tracing the celestial body's significance through various cultures and eras.
Navigating early childhood special education: 7 questions, answered
Footnotes is a new messaging club for parents and caregivers of young children to provide early childhood news updates and essential information about children from birth to age 5. MPR News early childhood reporter Kyra Miles will periodically take questions from Footnotes subscribers and pose them to early childhood experts.
Saint Paul to Embark on $91 Million Kellogg-3rd Street Bridge Reconstruction, Three-Year Closure Starts July 29, 2024
Major changes are coming to downtown Saint Paul as the city prepares to close the Kellogg-3rd Street Bridge for a three-year reconstruction project beginning July 29. The bridge, which serves as a crucial artery connecting the East Side to the city's core, will undergo a complete overhaul with a budget of roughly $91 million. This significant investment comes from a combination of state bonding, federal regional solicitation grants, and local contributions.
More chances for severe storms in Minnesota loom going into Monday
MINNEAPOLIS — Parts of Minnesota are still assessing damage after storms late Saturday and overnight left some with large hail, and others with high winds that knocked down trees and led to power outages for tens of thousands.And we may not be finished with the severe storms just yet. WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner says that there's another chance for storms today, and Monday brings with it a marginal to slight risk of severe weather.Steiner says one silver lining is that the National Weather Service canceled the heat advisory for the Twin Cities. High temperatures could still flirt with 90 degrees,...
Minnesota Republicans prepare for Trump ending the state’s blue winning streak
Minnesota Republicans say chaos within the Democratic Party over the fate of President Joe Biden is pushing the historically blue state closer to the GOP in time for the Republican National Convention. In the weeks following Biden’s poor debate performance, several swing-state seats and battleground states have leaned more in favor of Republicans and former […]
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