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Minnesota weather: A bright and fall-like feel on Thursday
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A cold front is cooling things down and giving Minnesota a more fall-like feeling for the next couple of days. A cold front is moving through, giving us fall-style temperatures compared to our average high of 82 degrees. Thursday’s daytime high in the metro is 71...
Minnesota in the Top 10 for Education Despite This Setback
Depending on where you live, it seems like some states or regions around the United States really focus on education, and others focus on the environment, sports or just learning enough to "get by" and continue with their lives. There are some stereotypes regarding education, and mostly higher education. whether...
Former geography teacher Tim Walz is really into maps
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz really, really likes maps. The former Mankato geography teacher, now a vice presidential candidate, identifies as a “GIS nerd” and proclaimed November 15, 2023 as Geographic Information Systems day, writing that an understanding of maps and data “helps community leaders and government officials make data-driven decisions” governing important policy issues like […]
Uncommitted Minnesota delegates pressure Democratic Party to call for cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota is home to the largest number of "uncommitted" delegates heading to the Democratic National Convention in a few weeks.Eleven of the state's 75 delegates chose not to support President Biden back on Super Tuesday.On Wednesday, the battleground state blitz took off, just one day after Vice President Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate.Despite Walz on the ticket, some Minnesota Democratic delegates say it isn't enough to quiet their concerns."I don't think anybody wanted to be in this position right now," said Asma Mohammed, a lead organizer for Uncommitted Minnesota.Mohammed is one of...
The State of Minnesota opens applications for $24 million in rural EMS aid
LEWISTON, Minn.- The state of Minnesota opened applications on Aug.1 for $24 million in Emergency Ambulance Aid grants. The grants are meant to provide a lifeline to struggling EMS providers dealing with funding gaps for new equipment and other needed expenses. Matt Essig, ambulance director for the city of Lewiston,...
INVASIVE INSECT CONFIRMED IN MINNESOTA FOR THE FIRST TIME
(Minneapolis, MN) — A new invasive insect, the elm zigzag sawfly, has been confirmed in Minnesota for the first time. The insect, native to east Asia and first found in the U.S. in 2021, was discovered on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. While the potential impacts of the sawfly are still unknown, most defoliated elm trees can recover from the insect’s feeding. The unique leaf damage pattern left by the larvae can help identify the insect, and the public is encouraged to report sightings to state agriculture officials. Experts are working to learn more about the best management practices for dealing with this invasive species.
Things to do this week in downtown Minneapolis
The Commons screens “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On” at 8:30 p.m. All ages, free. Los Angeles–based saxophonist Jason Fabus is joined by three formidable Twin Cities players: trumpeter Jake Baldwin, bassist Graydon Peterson, and drummer Phil Hey. Show from 7-10 p.m. at Berlin. $10. CatVideoFest brings...
Mille Lacs County To Host Big Time Family Craft Fair
The Mille Lacs County Fairgrounds will be buzzing with activity August 17th and 18th with what is being described as a “Massive Craft Fair and Family Event”. From 10-4 each day there will be vendors, food trucks and tons of activities for the kids to enjoy. There will be over 200 small businesses and entrepreneurs on hand during the event.
Meet the Candidates: Jordon Johnson and Pete Johnson
Minnesotans will vote in the 2024 primary election on August 13. To help our viewers make informed decisions WDIO news is doing candidate interviews so you can hear directly from those wanting to represent you in St. Paul. After Minnesota district 8A’s four term Representative Democrat Liz Jordan announced she’d...
Farmer’s markets in southeast Minnesota celebrate National Farmer’s Market Week
(ABC 6 News) – National Farmer’s Market Week has been celebrated for the last 25 years, and this year market’s across the country are celebrating. The U.S. Department of Agriculture made its first proclamation for the occasion in 1999. Now, it’s an even bigger celebration with more support than ever before.
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