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How Many Golden Corrals Are Left In Minnesota? The Answer Might Surprise You
I recently wrote about the best buffet in Minnesota, which made me think about all the buffets I've been to. I've enjoyed several Chinese buffets, all-you-can-eat options at casinos, and a childhood favorite – The Golden Corral. As I've grown older, I've started choosing quality over quantity so I...
Minneapolis Minimum Wage Hits $15.57 for Small Businesses as City Widens Workers' Benefits
To secure better living standards for workers, the minimum wage in Minneapolis has seen a definitive upgrade this summer. Small businesses, those housing 100 employees or fewer, now join their larger counterparts in implementing a minimum wage of $15.57, effective as of July 1, as detailed by the City of Minneapolis. This adjustment follows an earlier increase that took place on January 1, where larger employers began adhering to the new wage standard, as reported on the City of Minneapolis's Labor Standards information page.
We Now Know Why This Minnesota Steakhouse Has Such A Strange Name
It's been called one of the best steakhouse chains in the entire country, and we now know why this restaurant with two locations in Minnesota has such a weird name. It's no surprise that Minnesotans like a good steak, right? In fact, steak is a popular meal not just here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes but across the country. According to a survey in this Fox News story, steak is America's favorite meal. And, steak is also the choice nearly 66 percent of Americans say they would have as their LAST meal too.
Brooks Lee promoted: Twins to call up switch-hitting top prospect for MLB debut, per report
The Minnesota Twins intend to promote infield prospect Brooks Lee to the majors for his big-league debut, according to Declan Goff and Darren Wolfson of KSTP. The Twins have yet to announce the move, and there's been no indication of what the corresponding transaction will be -- it is notable, however, that Royce Lewis departed Tuesday's game with left groin tightness and was slated for further imaging to assess the severity of the matter.
Timberwolves welcome Terrence Shannon Jr. after his trying final year at Illinois
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Terrence Shannon Jr.'s journey to the NBA was longer than that of most first-rounders, including a trying last year in college with an off-the-court challenge that cast doubt over his professional prospects. Shannon landed with the Minnesota Timberwolves in a place that sure looks like an...
Meet the parents who championed Minneapolis schools’ gender inclusion policy
Claire Tralle’s Minneapolis Public Schools’ student, Hary, came out as nonbinary in kindergarten. It was 2020 when they came out and classes were still being held on Zoom. But, a year later when in-person classes resumed, Tralle says Hary faced constant misgendering and confusion. They didn’t see themselves in the gendered language used by MPS faculty and staff.
Simone Biles Does Stunning Floor Routine to Beyoncé and Taylor Swift at Olympic Trials
On Friday, Olympic star Simone Biles won the highest individual score on the first night of Gymnastic U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Minneapolis. Her floor routine received a 14.850, and she was awarded an overall score of 58.900. Just behind her were teammates Jordan Chiles at 56.400 and Suni Lee with 56.025.
Some Jerk Tossed a Cat from the 12th Floor of Minnesota Building
I can't believe how awful this story is, the fact that someone would throw a cat from the 12th floor of a building with no regard for its life is so sad. Home for Life is a sanctuary for animals in need, especially those overlooked for adoption due to special care requirements, they are based in Stillwater, MN, they were contacted by Minneapolis Animal Control about a cat that desperately needed some help.
Vikings' Blake Cashman can't wait to see J.J. McCarthy's growth: 'He's gonna be a great player'
Blake Cashman has seen both ends of the rookie quarterback spectrum in his young NFL career. The Minnesota Vikings' new linebacker was a member of the New York Jets when Zach Wilson struggled through a trying first season in 2021. But Cashman also just spent last year with the Texans, witness to the magic of C.J. Stroud in a brilliant rookie campaign.
Marsh McLennan Agency swoops for AmeriStar Agency
Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA), a subsidiary of Marsh, has announced the acquisition of AmeriStar Agency, Inc, an independent agency based in Wayzata, Minn. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Founded in 1987, AmeriStar offers a range of insurance coverage solutions to high-net-worth individuals and commercial clients. All AmeriStar employees,...
Workers’ Compensation Court of Appeals Digest: July 3, 2024
Self-insured employer, the city of Minneapolis, appealed from the compensation judge’s findings that the employee sustained a compensable post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) injury, and that the employee continues to suffer from the compensable PTSD injury. The employer further appealed the compensation judge’s finding that the employee suffered from another mental health condition as a consequence of the PTSD injury. The employer also appeals the award of a penalty for a frivolous denial of primary liability. The Workers’ Compensation Court of Appeals concluded that substantial evidence, including adequately founded expert medical opinions by licensed psychologists, supported the compensation judge’s finding that the employee had a compensable PTSD condition under the DSM. The compensation judge’s consideration of supporting evidence in the records of other medical professionals which influenced and supported the expert medical opinions was not an error of law. Affirmed.
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