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Cupcake Sale and Food Truck Supports PAVSA
DULUTH, Minn.–People enjoyed a sweet treat in support of PAVSA. The Rambler food truck and the Something Sweet bakery teamed up to raise funds for PAVSA in Duluth today. They offered unique cupcakes, such as cookie dough and raspberry passionfruit. People also had the opportunity to try their luck at a drawing for a kayak. The funds raised will go towards the people and help their services. Hosting these events creates a positive atmosphere.
Dozens of community members call on Duluth council to stop encampment ordinance
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) -- Controversy surrounding a new proposed ordinance had dozens of people pack into Duluth’s council chambers. During Monday night’s Duluth City Council meeting, more than 60 people, both housed and unhoused, made an emotional push to councilors asking them to reconsider. Many asking the council to vote down Mayor Roger Reinert’s new ordinance that would make camping on public property worthy of a misdemeanor.
Local Printing Facility for Brainerd Dispatch to Close
The Brainerd Dispatch newspaper is closing its printing facility in Brainerd, which will result in the layoffs of 21 people. In an article posted on their website today, the Dispatch said the printing operation will move to a sister plant in Detroit Lakes by September 30th. 21 employees working in prepress, inserting, and in the press room will be laid off.
Forest Road 199 in Ashland County under construction.
A section of Forest Road 199 will be closed from Morgan Creek Bridge south for about one quarter mile south from July 15 until around Aug. 12. Motorists can access Morgan Falls and St. Peter’s Dome from the north via Ashland/Bayfield Road FR 199. “The section of road will be closed so that important construction can take place to enhance the visitor experience in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest,” said USDA...
Thomas The Train Will Visit Minnesota In August
The most famous train on Earth is making an appearance in Two Harbors, Minnesota in August. Thomas the Train will bring his friend Sir Topham Hatt to Minnesota's only stop on August 2nd through the 4th and 9th through 11th. Tickets to the event start at $22 for ages one...
Ingrid Andress Has An Interesting Connection To Minnesota
She's been in the news for her recent version of the National Anthem, but did you know she has a distinct connection to Minnesota?. When it comes to the musical spotlight, Minnesota is most often associated with Prince, right? And, of course, there's Bob Dylan, too. And Lizzo, who called Minnesota home back in 2011 when she was starting her pop career.
Minnesota Original Music Festival launches its third year in St. Peter
ListenMinnesota Original Music Festival launches its third year in St. Peter. Thursday night kicks off a unique summer music festival in southern Minnesota. It’s the third year of the Minnesota Original Music Festival in St. Peter and it features musicians from across the state. The director of the festival,...
Minnesota Now: July 16 2024
Tuesday is day two of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee and Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer is set to speak. MPR News senior politics reporter Dana Ferguson joined the show to talk about how Emmer fits into the Republican politics of this moment. The suicide and crisis lifeline 988 has...
Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on Washington State Standard.
80s Christian Pop Star Coming To Minnesota This Fall
PRIOR LAKE (WJON News) -- An Award-winning contemporary Christian music star is coming to Minnesota. 6-time Grammy-winning artist Amy Grant will take the stage at Mystic Lake Casino in Prior Lake on October 12th. In addition to her 6 Grammys, Grant has 26 Dove Awards, a star on the Hollywood...
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