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3M's "Clash of the Grinders" returns: New season of welding and metalworking competition streaming now
ST. PAUL, Minn., Sept. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M has launched the second season of 3M Clash of the Grinders , a video series featuring a head-to-head metalworking and welding competition that brings together the best and brightest students from welding schools across the United States. 3M's Abrasive System Division held the week-long event featured in the video series in Minneapolis this summer, where 12 contestants competed for a $15,000 grand prize sponsored by 3M.
#Top10WxDay Friday in Twin Cities; September set to be warmest, driest on record
MINNEAPOLIS — We're closing out the week with a #Top10WxDay.The Twin Cities will enjoy summery weather for the final Friday of September, with a forecast high of 84 degrees — about 15 degrees above average.It remains warm through the remainder of the month, which is on track to be the warmest and driest September on record.This weekend will be in the lower to mid-80s with sunshine, a few more clouds and slightly higher dew points. Overnight temperatures will be in the 60s and 50s.There's no rain in the forecast and barely any clouds. A dry cold front is expected to arrive Monday night.Oct. 1 appears to be in the mid to upper 60s with sunshine, so it will feel like fall. But the week after that is trending to be in the lower 70s.
Big Ten Preview: Minnesota Golden Gophers
Minnesota Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer (16) pass the ball against the Nevada Wolf Pack in the first quarter of a NCAA football game at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Sept., 14, 2024. Credit: John Autey/Pioneer Press via TNS.
Minnesota vs. Michigan prediction, odds, pick for College Football Week 5
The Michigan football team picked up a massive win against #11 USC last week, and the Wolverines are now ranked #12 in the country. Michigan needed that one bad, and they are now looking to keep the momentum going this weekend when Minnesota comes to town. This is a rivalry game as these two teams […] The post Minnesota vs. Michigan prediction, odds, pick for College Football Week 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
County, NYA tackle roads; temporary admin appointed in Watertown
Carver County Carver County commissioners recently approved a memorandum of understanding with the University of Minnesota for the proposed Highway 5 and Highway 18 road projects around the UMN Landscape Arboretum. Meanwhile, work continues on the Highway 212 expansion from Cologne to Norwood Young America. Beginning next Monday, Sept. 23, Salem Ave. will be closed between Highway 212 and 122nd St. until late October. The posted detour uses Highway 212,...
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