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New north Minneapolis trail construction set to begin next week
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Construction is set to begin next week on a mixed-use riverfront trail in north Minneapolis that will extend a popular regional trail. The new riverfront trail segment will connect Ole Olson Park and the 26th Avenue North Overlook, creating a new 1,000-foot trail in the process that officials hope will add "new riverside experiences" to the area for pedestrians and cyclists. The trail also connects the 26th Avenue North Overlook to the downtown riverfront and the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway – a 51-mile continuous bike/walk trail that circles most of Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Park Board workers go on strike for first time ever
Hundreds of Minneapolis park workers went on strike on Thursday — the first strike by workers in the park system’s 140-year history. After seven months of contract negotiations, about 100 union workers and supporters rallied and marched Thursday in northeast Minneapolis, kicking off what could be a week-long strike.
Pan-O-Prog Celebration in Lakeville
It’s July, and that means time for the annual Pan-O-Prog celebration in Lakeville!. Pan-O-Prog stands for “Panorama of Progress” and began largely due from the success of the development of Lakeville’s Airlake Industrial Park. Pan-O-Prog has been celebrated since 1967!. This year you will find events...
Start Time For St. Cloud Fireworks Moved
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The start time for the 4th of July fireworks in St. Cloud has been moved. St. Cloud Area Fireworks Board Executive Director Christina Buttenhoff says because of inclement weather that is supposed to move into the area later this evening the 4th of July fireworks at Hester Park have been moved up to 9:00 p.m.
Proposed tax would charge businesses for their carbon emissions
A proposal for Minneapolis’ 2025 city budget would charge businesses a fee based on their carbon emissions, a policy commonly known as a carbon emission tax. The three businesses estimated to pay the most in fees are NRG Energy Center Minneapolis, the Owens Corning – Minneapolis Plant and Hennepin County Energy Center, according to the report.
Simone Biles Calls Out Training Conditions Amid Olympic Trials Lead
Simone Biles enters the final round of the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials with a commanding lead, having finished the first night with a score of 58.900. Jordan Chiles follows in second place with 56.400, and Suni Lee rounds out the top three with 56.025. Biles, however, raised eyebrows with her...
Dalvin Cook and The 2024 Vikings
Yesterday, Dustin Baker considered the fits for Cook on Vikings Territory. The list of teams — the Jaguars, Saints, 49ers, Seahawks, and Cowboys — all make at least some sense. Allow me to toss in the Chiefs — Super Bowl team with a desire to keep supporting Patrick Mahomes — and Browns — Kevin Stefanski connection — as teams that make sense. Oh, and the Bills, too.
Insane Aerial Footage of Flooded Valley Fair
The aerial footage of Shakopee, Minnesota's Valley Fair amusement park is truly shocking. The rivers rose rapidly during last week's flooding and had a few coasters in its devastating path. The video, courtesy of Kare 11 out of Minneapolis/St. Paul says it all. It's important to note that the park...
NBA Insider Reveals Interesting Timberwolves Free Agent Targets… but Money is a Problem
The Minnesota Timberwolves reportedly have their eyes on multiple free agent sharpshooters who they hope will take pay cuts. The post NBA Insider Reveals Interesting Timberwolves Free Agent Targets… but Money is a Problem appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
ESPN Displeased with Vikings’ Young Guns
Think the Minnesota Vikings are trending upward with a youth movement? ESPN disagrees. The sports media giant ranked each NFL team this week by its players under the age of 25, and according to Aaron Schatz, Minnesota has the league’s ninth-worst young core. Of course, the ranking can skyrocket...
Tigers maul Twins, game time for today moved up
(Minneapolis, MN) -- The Detroit Tigers slugged four home runs during a 9-2 win over the Minnesota Twins last night at Target Field. Carson Kelly got the scoring started with a grand slam in the third inning, while Wenceel Perez (WIN-sehl) hit a solo shot on the following at-bat. Riley Greene and Matt Vierling also went deep in the victory, while Keider Montero (KY-der) earned his first Major League win after holding Minnesota to two runs on six hits in six-and-a-third innings. Detroit has won two of three.
How To Watch Minnesota Lynx vs Connecticut Sun on July 4: TV Channel, Radio, Game Time, Injury Report, Jerseys
The Lynx (14-5) have lost two of their last three regular-season games and are coming off a tough loss to New York, where they were held to just eight points in the fourth quarter. Despite this, they have a strong record of winning games when holding opponents under 40% shooting. Next up is Connecticut (15-4), who beat the Lynx in overtime earlier this season. Lynx reserve Cecilia Zandalasini has been impressive, hitting 14 of 19 shots and averaging 9.3 points per game over her last four games, including 15 points in the Commissioner’s Cup final.
Video: Adam Thielen Continues to Work Out with Vikings Rookie JJ McCarthy
Former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen continues to work out with rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy. The post Video: Adam Thielen Continues to Work Out with Vikings Rookie JJ McCarthy appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Seemingly Shoots His Shot At The “Hawk Tuah” Girl
Sam Darnold seems to really like the action that Hawk Tuah can bring. The Minnesota Vikings quarterback seemed to shoot his shot at the viral young lady who has swept the nation over her mind-boggling interview. Otherwise known as Hailey Welch, Hawk Tuah Girl was asked how she would please...
Minnesota Timberwolves Sign 10-year NBA Veteran
The Minnesota Timberwolves and free agent forward Joe Ingles have agreed on a one-year deal worth $3.3 million. Reuniting a third former Utah Jazz player in Minnesota according to ESPN Andrian Wojnarowski. With the Timberwolves losing backup forward Kyle Anderson in free agency to the Golden State Warriors. Tim Connelly...
Waconia approves Goodwill store despite local thrift shop concerns
Waconia City Council members on June 17 approved plans for a new Goodwill store despite objections from representatives of local non-profit thrift shops. The 20,867 square-foot Goodwill facility is planned for 860 Marketplace Drive in the city’s highway business district, near Valvoline and Mackenthun’s Fine Foods. The new store follows the same blueprint as other Goodwill locations across the state, including those in Chanhassen and Chaska.
Harriet Island flooding crews working, music festival still scheduled
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Mississippi River has dropped nearly 3 feet in just a few days, but it still has a way to go on Harriet Island before cleanup crews can get to work. Mike Yungers, who has a photographic fixation with this particular park, has been...
White Bear Lake police shuts down road for criminal investigation
WHITE BEAR LAKE, Minn. (FOX 9) - The White Bear Lake Police Department shut down a portion of White Bear Avenue due to a "criminal investigation." Police said it an update that White Bear Avenue has been reopened, and the area has been deemed safe. According to law enforcement, White...
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