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New Transportation Law Began July 1 In Minnesota – What To Know
This one slipped under the radar. A handful of new laws went into effect earlier this month and while you should brush up on all of them, there's one you should know about as soon as possible. About seven new laws started in Minnesota on July 1st, ranging from transportation...
Preparing communities for increasing climate change disasters
MINNEAPOLIS — The flooding cleanup continues in parts of southern and northern Minnesota. It's a reminder of how quickly weather events can happen and how permanently lives can be changed. Around the country, it's more of the same: disasters of biblical proportions are happening more and more frequently. You could think Minnesota is getting off easy with climate change, but try bringing that up now to the folks in Waterville or Cook County. "A lot of the extreme weather we have been seeing for years is caused by the human influence on climate change — burning fossil fuels. The quicker...
Land of Memories, Sibley parks to remain closed due to flood damage
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Floodwaters have receded, revealing the lasting damage left in their wake. Public parks like Land of Memories and parts of Sibley Park remain closed despite the danger of the river having mostly passed. It’ll take weeks of cleanup before the parks reopen, all at a time...
Trooper who hit Owatonna teen's car was previously reprimanded for reckless driving, state patrol docs say
ROCHESTER, Minn. — The Minnesota State Patrol trooper who was charged with manslaughter in a high-speed crash that killed an Owatonna High School cheerleader in May had a record of reckless driving while on duty, according to his personnel file.The file, which the state patrol released on Thursday, contains four separate reprimands for incidents in which Shane Roper hit another state patrol unit, a civilian's vehicle, a deer and a median. Two of the reprimands resulted in suspensions. The state patrol also noted that he has one open complaint with internal affairs. In February of 2019, Roper crashed into another state unit...
Picklepalooza! Pickleball Tournaments Coming to Byron, Springfield, and Highland Park in July
If you're a pickleball player, three tournaments are happening this month that you will want to attend. Pickleball is slowly becoming my favorite sport. I injured my knee some years ago and have been looking for a low-impact activity ever since. Pickleball seems to be just what the doctor ordered.
Minnesota gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.31 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.28 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 9 cents since...
What You Need to Know About Your Minnesota Driver’s License
According to the United States Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, there are more than 4 million (4,273,027) licensed drivers in Minnesota and most of those people have a Class D driver's license. I have one, but I honestly didn't know what the classification meant beyond being able to drive...
Calling All Barbie Fans! Major Barbie Exhibit Coming To Minnesota
With over 60 years of cultural impact from toys to movies, Barbie is a worldwide phenomenon that has lived on for generations from toys to movies. In conjunction with the 65th anniversary of Barbie, a major Barbie exhibition will be coming to Minnesota, set to be hosted at the DECC in Duluth over the course of several weeks later this year.
MINNESOTA’S LARGEST CANDY STORE NO LONGER RE-LOCATING
Minnesota’s largest Candy Store on Highway 169 in Jordan will not be moving after all. The move was scrapped due to the condition of the soil at the new proposed site. An interchange construction project on Highway 169 is expected to close off access to the store’s main entrance. Candy Store owner Robert Wagner says a new frontage road will be built once the highway overpass is complete.
Northern Minnesota Severe Weather: High Winds, Large Hail Possible
Duluth, MN – A severe thunderstorm threat looms over northern Minnesota this weekend, with the potential for damaging wind gusts and large hail. According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, the severe weather could start late Saturday and continue into Sunday, hinging on whether storms can break through a cap. The primary hazards include strong winds and significant hail. The increased humidity and temperatures approaching 90 degrees are expected to enhance storm conditions. Residents should stay updated on weather alerts and prepare for possible severe storms.
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