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No. 7 Wisconsin drops thriller to No. 16 Minnesota in Big Ten volleyball opener
More than 5,200 fans packed the Maturi Pavilion in Minneapolis to watch the No. 7 Wisconsin Badgers take on the No. 16 Minnesota Golden Gophers in the Big Ten volleyball opener Wednesday night, and it was the home team leaving the arena with the victory.
Exclusive Merch Hunts: Shopping for Rare Collectibles at M.A.G.E.
Anime and gaming conventions have a way of drawing fans from all over, and one of the biggest attractions at any con is the exclusive merchandise you simply can’t find anywhere else. For collectors, hobbyists, and enthusiasts, the Exhibitors Hall at M.A.G.E. (Minneapolis Anime and Gaming Event) becomes a treasure trove of rare finds. From limited-edition figures to exclusive artwork, plushies, and apparel, the thrill of discovering that must-have item is a big part of the convention experience. Whether you're a casual fan or a serious collector, here’s your guide to navigating the vendor hall, hunting for exclusive merch, and making the most of your shopping spree at M.A.G.E. 2024.
How celebrity endorsements can impact elections
MINNEAPOLIS — From star-studded conventions to social media endorsements, pop culture and politics have crossed over for more than a century.In 1920, singer Al Jolson endorsed Warren Harding for president. By 1960, Frank Sinatra sang his praise for John F. Kennedy.But do celebrity political endorsements matter in an election?"The received wisdom and evidence is no," said Hamline University political science professor David Schultz.However, there have been exceptions."We do have evidence in 2008 that Oprah Winfrey's charisma, her star quality, helped win Barack Obama the Democratic primary over Hillary Clinton," Schultz said.Schultz says if an election is close, a celebrity endorsement...
Minnesota Gophers Basketball: Coach Johnson Previews the Season
Head coach Ben Johnson welcomes back the Big Ten's top returning scorer in Dawson Garcia as well as starter Mike Mitchell and sixth-man Parker Fox. University of Minnesota Men's Basketball Notes from the Minnesota Announcement. • Ben Johnson enters his fourth year at the helm of Golden Gopher men's basketball....
Big Ten Preview: Minnesota Golden Gophers
Minnesota Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer (16) pass the ball against the Nevada Wolf Pack in the first quarter of a NCAA football game at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Sept., 14, 2024. Credit: John Autey/Pioneer Press via TNS.
Rogers boys soccer falls to No. 2 Maple Grove 2-0
On paper, a match up between the undefeated and No. 2 ranked Maple Grove Crimson (11-0-1), and a Rogers team that is sitting on 2 wins this season, looked like a blow out waiting to happen. But that is not what transpired between the two teams when they met in Rogers on Tuesday, Sept. 24. The Royals (2-4-6) gave a spirited effort in this game and held the Crimson scoreless in the first half. Time and again, Maple Grove would have good scoring chances, only...
Minnesota on track to have the driest September on record
MINNEAPOLIS — How quickly things change after our soggy summer. So far this month, MSP has only seen .06" of rain — enough to have us on track for our driest September on record. Yards are turning brown and the plants aren't happy. "It's kind of hard for perennials and shrubs to be so dry right before they're about to go dormant and withstand the wintertime," said Theresa Lindblad, a manager at Mother Earth Gardens in Northeast Minneapolis. She says that means it's time to pull out the hose."Otherwise, they're struggling. Their roots are dry, and then the cold hits and there's no...
Soccer: Anybody’s race for South Suburban girls title
Eagan opens 4-point lead in boys standings As many as six teams have a realistic chance to win the South Suburban Conference girls soccer championship with one week remaining in the regular season. Eastview, Lakeville North and Lakeville South all won Tuesday and are tied for first place in the league at 4-1-1 (13 points). Rosemount (4-2) had been in first place before losing to Eastview 3-2 on Tuesday. Eagan...
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