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Officials: River level in Shakopee higher than 1993 flood
SHAKOPEE, Minn. — If the partially submerged rollercoaster tracks at Valleyfair weren't enough proof, Shakopee city officials confirmed on Tuesday that this year's flooding was significant. According to a press release, the Minnesota River crested at 719.4 feet in Shakopee early Saturday morning, slightly higher than the 1993 flood,...
Minnesota River in Shakopee starts to recede after cresting Friday
SHAKOPEE, Minn. — In Scott County, the Minnesota River is finally starting to come down. Its crest Friday afternoon in Savage made the top five highest water levels in its history there. But with levels still in major flood stage, the water is still impacting summer fun. "It took a little longer than expected but it is what it is," Brent Johnson said. His family spent Sunday at Valleyfair in Shakopee. While the park remains open, the parking lot is still covered in water. They're offering visitors shuttle bus rides to and from other parking areas nearby. "When you are on the Wild...
Minnesota family fighting for daughter with ultra-rare genetic mutation, others like her
MINNEAPOLIS — A Minnesota family is fighting for their daughter's future.Mae Knopik, 4, has an ultra-rare genetic mutation that affects only about 430 people in the entire world.When she was 1.5 years old, Mae was diagnosed with the neuro-developmental disorder, CTNNB1 Syndrome."She's non-verbal, she's unable to walk unassisted," said Emily Knopik, Mae's mother. "She definitely has that developmental delay, cognitive disability."Emily and Joe Knopik say it's a random genetic mutation that wasn't passed down from them.They've traveled the world to get Mae treatments and therapies. They also started a nonprofit, Mae's Mission.They're raising money for a clinical trial of a...
Three Rivers Parks seeks comments on plans for Baker Park Reserve
The Three Rivers Park District Board of Commissioners has approved the draft updated long-range plan for Baker Park Reserve and authorized a 30-day public comment period for the plan. The long-range plan will inform future decisions related to recreation areas, the campground, golf course, trails and natural resources management. The plan also fulfills the requirements within the Metropolitan Council’s Thrive MSP 2040 Regional Parks Policy Plan. The long-range plan is...
Minnesota THC shop owners upset over new dispensary licensing rules
When Dean Anderson signed a long-term lease to open a low-dose THC shop in Southwest Minneapolis in April, he had hopes to eventually turn the store into a full-scale marijuana dispensary. Yes, but: His future is looking much less certain these days following what he's calling a "bait and switch"...
Two Minnesota Cities In Top 10 of Best Places for July 4th
I happen to think Sioux Falls is a pretty great place to celebrate the Fourth of July. In fact, our whole state, border-to-border, has a huge list of things to see and do on the fourth this year, (weather permitting that is). For some reason, this year Wallet Hub only...
Being queer during election year: Therapist shares advice, support for LGBTQ people, allies
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Recognizing Pride long after Pride Month ends is very important to Dr. Jenna Brownfield. As a member for the LGBTQ+ community, the local therapist knows first hand that the journey of acceptance can be tough, but ultimately rewarding. "I'm really happy to know, like coming...
Music in the Park brings twilight tunes to Mound
Minnesotans eagerly anticipate warm summer nights all year long, and what better way to spend them than enjoying local music with friends and neighbors? The Northwest Tonka Lions, Mound-Westonka Rotary Club, the City of Mound, and Westonka Community Education are proud to sponsor monthly a Music in the Park summer concert series at Surfside Park. The series kicked off on June 13 with Chris Kelly Live and the opening of...
Waconia council denies request for sober living house
Battlefield Ministries has been denied again in its request to operate a sober living house for up to six individuals at a downtown Waconia residential property at 415 West First Street. The decision followed earlier conversations this spring and questions from the city council about the plan, and an extended public hearing that began at the council’s June 3 meeting and carried into its regular session June 17. While council...
St. Louis Park Mayor Nadia Mohamed Honored with 2024 Emerging Leader Award by League of Minnesota Cities
St. Louis Park has found itself a beacon of emerging leadership as Mayor Nadia Mohamed accepts the 2024 Emerging Leader Award from the League of Minnesota Cities (LMC). The award, bestowed on June 27 during the LMC's annual conference in Rochester, recognizes Mohamed’s swift rise in local politics and her impactful work within the community. Elected as the city’s mayor in 2023, she broke ground as the first Somali-American to claim a mayoral role in the United States and as the first woman of color to lead St. Louis Park. According to a press release from the city, before she assumed the role of mayor, Mohamed had already carved a path through history at just 23, becoming the youngest person to serve on the city council, as reported by the St. Louis Park, MN.
Plymouth Completes Installation of EV Charging Stations
A project that started three years ago to put electric vehicle charging stations across the city of Plymouth is now fully complete. A network of 115 EV charging stalls spread across 12 locations is now fully functional and ready to use. Plymouth officials say the feedback has been positive so...
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announces "Conviction Integrity Unit"
MINNEAPOLIS — Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty on Monday announced a new unit to review past cases for mistakes and unjustified convictions.The "Conviction Integrity Unit" is "another step toward ensuring justice, accountability and transparency," Moriarty's office said in a release."No prosecutor here wants to see someone convicted for a crime they did not commit, the actual perpetrator free to do more harm, or victims left with questions," Moriarty said. "I'm honored to establish the Hennepin County Attorney's Office's first Conviction Integrity Unit to ensure that when mistakes are made, they will be remedied, and justice will be done."The unit will...
Permit 24-207: 5413 Abbott Place – Single Family Home
The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) is reviewing a permit application 24-207 that requires a public notice. John Klos is proposing to build a new single family home at 5413 Abbott Place, Edina. MCWD regulates the project under our Erosion Control and Floodplain Alteration rules. Contact Veronica Sannes with questions...
Thousands celebrate Pride with annual parade
MINNEAPOLIS — The Twin Cities' annual celebration of the LGBTQ+ community brought massive crowds to downtown Minneapolis once again this year. Thousands of spectators lined Hennepin Avenue to witness the annual Twin Cities Pride parade, featuring dozens of organizations, companies and politicians marching to show their support. "It's not...
New state law seeks to increase wages, competition for workers
Michael Rubke works at the front desk of a Minneapolis condominium building — and he wants to be able to keep working there. Last year, he was surprised to learn that he could be forced to leave, regardless of his job performance. Rubke works for the property management company...
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