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Xcel Energy Encourages People To Save Energy During Heat Wave
MINNEAPOLIS (WJON News) -- With temperatures expected to reach into the 90s this weekend Xcel Energy is encouraging people to save on energy. The energy company offers several tips to practice energy efficiency while staying cool. Those tips include:. -Use a ceiling fan to circulate cool air throughout your home.
STATEWIDE ALERT – Minnesota Teen Missing Since Late May
St. Cloud, MN (KROC-AM News) - A statewide missing person alert has been issued for a Minnesota teenager who has been missing since late May. The alert issued by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says 17-year-old Shikita Katie Jones was reported as a runaway from the home of a relative in St. Cloud on May 25. Officials say she is believed to be with an unidentified adult male.
Minnesota Shelter’s Policy Change Concerns Cat Lovers
A Minneapolis-based shelter recently announced a change in its policies, which has raised concerns about the feral cat population among animal lovers. On July 1, the organization stopped offering its free Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) services due to budget constraints. Rescuers will have to pay out of their pocket for the felines to get spayed or neutered, […] The post Minnesota Shelter’s Policy Change Concerns Cat Lovers appeared first on CatTime.
Gas taxes can’t pay for roads much longer, but Amazon deliveries might
For decades, states have relied on gas taxes to provide much of the money to maintain roads and bridges. But as cars become more fuel efficient, and some Americans switch to electric vehicles, state leaders say the gas tax won’t pay the bills for much longer. At the same time, many cities have seen their […] The post Gas taxes can’t pay for roads much longer, but Amazon deliveries might appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
Minnesota Water Park Investigating Source of Explosive Diarrhea Causing Parasite
One Minnesota water park is working with state officials to determine the source of a parasite that caused a "diarrheal illness" to guests. The Minnesota Department of Health says the guests got the illness that can cause symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps and pains, and a fever from Cryptosporidiosis, which is spread from the stool of an infected person.
Another Text Scam Circulating In Small Town Minnesota
Sigh. Another scam has been reported, this time in northern Minnesota. This scam isn't groundbreaking but it does look legitimate upon first glance. This scam was reported not too far from Duluth, in Grand Marais. Officials with Cook County shared a warning to residents on their Facebook page recently. You'd...
98 MPH Speed Limit Ignored: Minnesota State Trooper Faces Multiple Charges After Fatal Crash Kills 18-Year-Old High School Senior!
Trooper’s Reckless Pursuit Leads to Fatal Crash of High School Senior Near Apache Mall Charges Filed Against State Trooper for High-Speed Collision Resulting in Teen’s Death According to True Crime News, in Rochester, Minnesota a state trooper faces serious charges after allegedly causing a high-speed crash that resulted in the death of a high school […]
Freije & Freije’s Collector Car Auction Features Several Classic Pickup Trucks Selling Tomorrow in Glencoe, MN
Get ready for an exciting day in Glencoe, MN, as Freije & Freije’s highly anticipated Collector Car Auction kicks off tomorrow. This event promises to be a haven for car enthusiasts and collectors, especially those with a penchant for classic pickup trucks. The auction will feature a remarkable selection of vintage pickups, showcasing the timeless craftsmanship and enduring charm of these iconic vehicles.
Sr. Legion drops playoff opener
Windom 300 000 0 = 3-7-4 Edgerton 011 020 x = 4-5-3 Windom Post 206 opened the sub-sub-state Sr. Legion playoffs Thursday with a tough 4-3 loss to Edgerton, in a game played at Pipestone. Windom jumped to an early lead, scoring all of its runs in the top of...
Man who was arrested in Sleepy Eye for killing police office gets life in prison
(Spirit Lake, IA) -- A north central Iowa man will spend the rest of his life in prison for the fatal shooting of a police officer in Algona last September. Forty-three-year-old Kyle Ricke was found guilty of the first-degree murder of Officer Kevin Cram on Thursday. Ricke fled the area after the shooting and was arrested at a relative's home near Sleepy Eye in southern Minnesota. The mandatory sentence for first-degree murder in Iowa is life in prison without parole.
Minnesota is ranked 6th in the nation for business, a new study finds
MINNEAPOLIS — A recent study shows that Minnesota is ranked sixth in the nation for business, with high marks coming from areas judging the state's competitiveness, workforce, infrastructure, economy, quality of life and business friendliness.This comes on the heels of additional accolades the state has received recently, like their ranking for best state for independent retailers, according to a B2B Reviews study, and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport was named the best U.S. airport in 2024 by Travel + Leisure."These rankings are a testament to our focus on investing in key areas that make our businesses and economy strong: job training, workforce...
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