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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...
8th annual Minocqua Dragon Boat Festival takes place on Lake Minocqua
MINOCQUA, Wis. (WJFW)- The Minocqua Dragon Boat festival is a fun, free family event that see thousands of people from all over the country as well as other countries. The event started back in 2016. “We have over 550 paddlers from six states and our first international paddler from Germany...
True North Goodwill breaks ground on future Hermantown location
HERMANTOWN, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Community leaders gathered in Hermantown Friday to celebrate a new facility run by a familiar nonprofit. True North Goodwill held a groundbreaking for their future Hermantown location. The new flagship location at 4716 Lindgren Road near Sam’s Club will bring a large-scale retail store,...
What those who served with them say about the VP nominees’ time in the military
Retired Staff Sgt. Ryan Marti enlisted in the Army National Guard before he even graduated high school, just like his football coach and teacher, future Minnesota governor Tim Walz. Another of Walz’s former students, Lt. Col. Jonathan Jaqua, also joined the Guard after graduating from Mankato West High School in southern Minnesota.
Biden to speak at DNC showing support for Harris-Walz vision along with several other prominent leaders
CHICAGO - President Joe Biden is slated to speak at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago Monday night. He'll take the stage to make the case for Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz. Dr. Jill Biden will also deliver remarks on Monday night. The exact time has...
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