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NHRA Returns to Brainerd International Raceway for Penultimate Race of 2024 Regular Season
As the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series regular season winds down, NHRA teams are gearing up for the 42nd annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, which takes place at festive Brainerd International Raceway on Aug. 15-18. The Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals serves as the penultimate event of the regular...
Brainerd Jaycees Transfer Ownership of “America’s Ice Fishing Tournament” to Confidence Learning Center
The Brainerd Jaycees are transferring ownership of the “America’s Ice Fishing Tournament” to the Confidence Learning Center. The tournament is a virtual ice fishing tournament, not to be confused with the Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza, and was started in 2020. Reporter Sammy Holladay caught up with the executive director of the Confidence Learning Center, Travis Grossman, to learn more.
In Business: Southeast Asian & South American Restaurant “Chick N’ Rice” Opens In Brainerd
A new diner option opened in downtown Brainerd last month. Stationed at the Northwind Grille’s old location, the new restaurant is called Chick N’ Rice and it features influence from South Asian and South American cuisines. Chick N’ Rice co-owner Sarawut Rasaphakdee knew that bringing his Thailand influence...
Embodying the North Shore: Summer Exhibition in Grand Marais
The North Shore of Lake Superior has been captivating creative minds for centuries. Rocky cliffs and beaches dance with the big lake’s moody waves, and color extends into the sky for miles. Artists seek this place for endless natural inspiration, and north woods art enthusiasts seek their work. “Summer...
Wild Rose man wins largest Wisconsin Lottery prize of 2024 at $4.3 million
(WLUK) -- A Wild Rose man claimed the largest Wisconsin Lottery prize of the year. The man claimed his winning $4.3 million Megabucks ticket at the Wisconsin Lottery offices last week. He purchased his Megabucks ticket from Kwik Trip on 549 W. Bannerman Ave. in Redgranite for the July 17...
Minnesota Residents Asked to Prepare for New Child Car Seat Law That Starts Thursday
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News)- A new law regarding car seats for children takes effect on Thursday in Minnesota. It applies to anyone transporting juvenile passengers ranging in age from infancy to 17 years old. A news release issued by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety says the new law...
Minnesota Offers A Variety of Virtual School Opportunities
There’s no doubt that education is important. The more you know, the more opportunities you are likely to have. But not every student thrives in a traditional school environment. We learned during Covid that some students felt more comfortable learning from home. My nephew’s youngest fell into that category....
Jake Tapper Slams Trump’s Election Denialism at Minnesota Rally: ‘These Lies — They Literally Have a Body Count’
CNN anchor Jake Tapper unloaded on former President Donald Trump for repeating “lies” about how he lost the 2020 presidential election because Democrats “cheated” and claimed that they were planning on cheating again in the upcoming election – starting with the Democratic-leaning swing state of Minnesota. Speaking to supporters at a Minnesota rally on Saturday, […] The post Jake Tapper Slams Trump’s Election Denialism at Minnesota Rally: ‘These Lies — They Literally Have a Body Count’ first appeared on Mediaite.
Central MN Town Ball Playoff Pairings
Clearwater River Cats vs. Bemidji Bucks vs. Moorhead Mudcats (12:00) Bemidji Bucks vs. Moorhead Brewers (3:00) Moorhead Mudcats vs. Moorhead Brewers (6:00) Cold Spring Springers vs. Hamel Hawks (12:00) Sobieski Skis vs. Twin Ports Timbers (3:00) Game 3: Loser of 1 vs. Loser of 2 (6:00) SUNDAY AUGUST 4th. COLD...
Lislegard, Hauschild recognized as 2024 Legislators of Distinction
ST. PAUL—The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 25 state lawmakers, including Rep. Dave Lislegard (DFL-Aurora), Rep. Roger Skraba (R-Ely) and Sen. Grant Hauschild (DFL-Hermantown), as 2024 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions that aided efforts of Minnesota cities during the past year’s state legislative session. Hauschild was also recognized by the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities. Legislators of Distinction are approved annually by the League’s Board of Directors in recognition of the collaboration of state and city officials needed to...
Minnesota law allows THC on tap, but US House bill would stop the flow
What have you got on tap? More than just beer. Earlier this month, the sale of hemp-derived THC-infused drinks on tap at breweries went into effect across Minnesota, but a recently amended bill in the U.S. Congress could severely restrict the new menu option. ...
Central MN Town Ball Report
Completing my thirteenth year at 1390 Granite City Sports with your weekly amateur baseball (Town Team) reports. Including game summaries, upcoming schedules, league standings, tournament summaries and an occasional special interest feature. The plan is to continue to include: Arrowhead West/Section 2B: Cold Spring Springers, Moorhead Brewers, Moorhead Mudcats, Hamel Hawks, and Sobieski Skis, Central Valley League, Sauk Valley League, Victory League South and Stearns County, New London-Spicer, Paynesville Pirates the Regal Eagles of the County Line League teams and the Foley Lumberjacks formerly of the Sauk Valley League, now the Victory League along with Sobieski Skis, St. Stephen Steves, Avon Lakers, St. Wendel Saints, Opole Bears, Freeport Black Sox, Royalton River Dogs and Nisswa Lightning, throughout their league playoffs, regional and state.
A Foster Youth ‘Bill of Rights’ Now Being Drafted in Minnesota
Alex Perez is a Minnesota-based reporter covering child welfare. He is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, with a master’s degree in investigative journalism. He received a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism from North Central College.
Minnesota poison control centers see spike in mushroom exposure calls
MINNEAPOLIS — Mushroom foraging has become a popular hobby in recent years. Thanks to Minnesota's warm and wet summer, the opportunities seem endless for foragers, with mushrooms flourishing under the weather conditions. While some mushrooms are safe to eat, other wild mushrooms can be deadly. "We've seen a lot more mushroom exposures," said Dr. Lesley Pepin, the Associate Medical Director at the Minnesota Regional Poison Center. Since April, the Minnesota Regional Poison Center says it has received 90 calls for potential exposures. Last year during that same time period they received 26 calls. "Certainly, a lot more mistakes with children finding mushrooms in their...
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