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HIGHWAY 4 ST. JAMES TO SLEEPY EYE PROJECT UPDATE
Construction on the Butterfield Creek bridge north of St. James has started. MnDOT says traffic is detoured to Watonwan County Roads 3 and 32 and Highway 30 until mid-August. Highway 4 from Sleepy Eye to Brown County Road 24 remains closed to traffic as replacement of the bridge over the Cottonwood River south of Sleepy Eye continues. Traffic is detoured to Highway 14 and Brown County Roads 8 and 24. Resurfacing on Highway 4 from St. James to Sleepy Eye is expected to begin later this summer and traffic will be detoured to Highway 14, Brown County Road 8, Watonwan County Road 5 and Highway 30. The project is expected to be done sometime in early October, weather permitting. You can stay updated on the Highway 4 St. James to Sleepy Eye project website or on MnDOT’s South Central Facebook group.
Butterfield Creek Bridge construction underway
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Construction on the Butterfield Creek Bridge north of St. James is underway, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Traffic is detoured to Watonwan County Roads 3 and 32, and Highway 30 until mid-August, weather permitting. Highway 4 from Sleepy Eye to Brown County Road 24...
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation celebrates 75 years in Minnesota
CENTER CITY, Minn. — The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is celebrating 75 years in Minnesota. During that time they've treated nearly 23,000 people with addiction. In 1949 a group of people wanted to change the stigma surrounding addiction. So, they bought a farm in Center City from a woman named Hazel and named it "Hazel's Den.""And out of this farm grew a social reform movement that changed the conversation about addiction and recovery in America," said Dr. Joseph Lee with the foundation.The founder of McGarvey Coffee was on board from the start — one of the reasons why coffee is a staple at...
Alberto Palmer Admitted to Killing Brittany Clardy, but She Wasn't His Only Victim
Before he killed 18-year-old Brittany Clardy in February 2013, Alberto Palmer had a pattern of abuse. According to the StarTribune, he was "charged with brutally assaulting and raping three women," in Georgia before moving to Minnesota. It was there that he connected with Clardy via her ad on backpage.com. Unfortunately this encounter ended in her death. Where is Alberto Palmer now? Here's what we know.Where is Alberto Palmer now? Palmer is currently serving a life sentence at Minnesota Correctional Facility - Rush City. His time there is complicated because in December 2014, he pleaded guilty to the murder of Brittany...
‘Conde Nast Traveler’ Unveils Minnesota’s Lake Country to the World
As anyone trying to get around on Highway 10 on a Friday afternoon can attest, "up north" is a popular weekend destination for many of us. And for good reason -- it's a beautiful area filled with fun places to eat and drink and shop and relax. And beautiful scenery.
Driver Taken to Hospital After Crash With Semi at Rochester-Area Intersection
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Minnesota woman was evaluated at St. Mary’s Hospital following a crash with a semi truck near a Rochester-area intersection. Each vehicle had one occupant, the State Patrol says. First responders were dispatched to the crash shortly before 9:54 Thursday morning. The semi and pick-up...
SE School Board votes to close the swimming pool
The Sibley East School Board, during its regular monthly meeting in Arlington on Monday night, July 15, voted 5-1 and approved a motion to close the swimming pool by the end of August. In addition to the motion, the swimming pool will close immediately if there is a major repair.
Gold Stake Panels return to Interstate-90
BLUE EARTH, Minn. (KEYC) -In 1978 when Interstate-90 was originally constructed, gold-tinted concrete panels were installed on the roadway to celebrate the completion of the longest interstate in the US. The gold was a reflection of the Golden Spike installed at the completion of the first transcontinental railroad. Those panels...
7.18.24-Jessica Potter-BECHS Executive Director
Blue Earth County Historical Society’s Executive Director Jessica Potter in with Lisa to talk about the upcoming events; unique Mankato stories, July 20 at 1pm with Author Dan Vance, and Art in the Garden sponsored by Twin Rivers Council for the Arts & BECHS on August 4 from 1-6pm at the Hubbard House gardens here in Mankato. They also talked about Stone and Stories Self-Guided Cemetery Tours; tours available June 20 through September 1. Links will be added if you’re interested in more information or to purchases tickets.
Make a Splash at Tourtellotte Pool, Mankato Celebrates Grand Re-Opening with Free Admission
Mankato residents, it's time to pack your swimsuits and towels for a day of sun and fun. The City of Mankato has announced the grand re-opening of Tourtellotte Pool, set for this Thursday, July 18 at 12:30 p.m. After the ceremonial ribbon cutting, the gates of the newly renovated pool will open wide to welcome the public. Best part? Admission is on the house for the opening day festivities, according to a post on the City of Mankato's Facebook page.
Richartz among those set to participate in Northwoods League All-Star Home Run Challenge
ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA — Eau Claire Express outfielder Brigs Richartz will be among those Northwoods Baseball League (NBL) players participating in the League’s Home Run Derby Challenge as part of the NBL All-Star Game activities. The Northwoods League has announced the participants for the 2024 Northwoods League All-Star Home Run Challenge which will take place the day before the Northwoods League All-Star game on Monday at ISG Field in Mankato, Minnesota. The actual All-Star Game is set for Tuesday evening. ...
Minnesota Vikings: Stunning Details Emerge As Things Get Ugly Between JJ McCarthy And Organization
The Minnesota Vikings lost Kirk Cousins to the Atlanta Falcons this offseason and are heading into 2024 with the expectation to win now. Instead of throwing another massive paycheck at Cousins — who was fantastic for the Vikings during the regular season but was never able to go on a significant run in the playoffs — the Minnesota brass let the Atlanta Falcons give their former QB a major payday and decided to hit the reset button on the QB position.
Minnesota State Politicians Tour Moorhead Area, Check Progress
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Anyone even driving through the city of Moorhead these days is keenly aware of the massive underpass project. It’s something that’s been discussed for decades, but only broke ground this year. Today, Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy (DFL-St. Paul) stopped by...
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