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New Rules Take Effect on Realtor Commissions
New rules from a national court settlement have changed the way commissions and payments work for real estate agents. The National Association of Realtors settled a lawsuit related to commissions months ago. It took effect this week. “The class-action lawsuit really was claiming that there were issues with the way...
Walz posts first ‘TimTok’ video alongside pup Scout
Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz posted his first TikTok video on Friday with his dog Scout, jokingly referring to the popular social media app as “TimTok.” “Hey everybody,” he said in the brief video. “Tim here with Scout at the dog park along the Mississippi, doing our first entry into TikTok, or as he…
Fact check: Debunking Trump attack on Walz, Minnesota schools say they don’t provide tampons in boys’ bathrooms
A variety of Minnesota public school districts say they do not provide tampons in boys’ bathrooms — debunking a claim former President Donald Trump has been making about Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential candidate.
‘Friday Night Lights’ Author Compares Tim Walz to Famous Fictional Coach: ‘Embodiment of Masculinity Without Obnoxious Edge’
Friday Night Lights author Buzz Bissinger has no problem with Tim Walz being compared to Eric Taylor, the high school football coach at the center of the popular TV series inspired by Bissinger’s book. In a New York Times op-ed published on Thursday, Bissinger said he was “flattered” to...
Walz’s China experience draws GOP attacks, but Beijing isn’t counting on better ties
WASHINGTON (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has a history with China. And Republicans are seizing on it. At 25, Walz taught a year of high school in China. He returned for his honeymoon and many more times with American exchange students. As a congressman, he served on a committee tracking China’s human rights and met figures like the Dalai Lama.
Federal regulators consider taking action after a coal ash spill in northern Minnesota
(ABC 6 News) — Federal regulators are considering taking action after a coal ash spill in northern Minnesota. The EPA issued what’s called a “notice of federal intent” into last month’s spill in Cohasset. More than five million gallons of contaminated wastewater spilled at the Boswell Energy Center.
Walz is winning the popularity contest, despite GOP attacks
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has had a stunningly successful rollout as the Democratic vice presidential nominee, despite Republican attacks on his record in office and in the military. Walz has a positive 5-point net favorability score, according to averages from Decision Desk HQ, which stands out as many of the top politicians around him are underwater. …
‘Business as usual’: Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan steps into governor role while Walz away
MONTICELLO — Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Friday attended a celebration in Monticello to mark the start of construction on I-94 from Albertville to Monticello, and Gov. Tim Walz’s absence was palpable. “I want to be very clear — the governor is still the governor,” Flanagan said with...
Niskanen ready to hit the ice with Rock Ridge
VIRGINIA—Matt Niskanen has experienced a lot of success in his hockey career. But nothing has Niskanen more pumped up right now than this week being named head coach of the Rock Ridge High School Wolverines boys’ hockey team. “I was excited for the potential opportunity,” Niskanen said of applying for the job. “I wasn’t sure what direction they would go, but it all worked out and I’m excited to get...
HIZZONER: Mayor Jorge Prince Is Back To Talk About The City Of Bemidji
Mayor Jorge Prince is back to talk all things Bemidji. The Housing Seminar is coming up Friday the 23rd, the HRDC is in the midst of a big housing survey, the Cannabis moratorium is official and a public hearing about the Highway 197 project (ie roundabouts on Paul Bunyan Drive Northwest) is set. And…it’s already time to start preparing for the 2025 tax levy.
Mt. Telemark Village’s Home Base holds grand opening
CABLE, Wis. (Northern News Now) - A grand opening that’s been years in the making welcomed a new world-class facility to northern Wisconsin. Saturday was the first day outdoor enthusiasts were able to enjoy the Home Base Lodging building in the Mt. Telemark Village. In 1947 the founder of...
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