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Prohofsky, Hentges had quite the impact
Ed Prohofsky and Frank Hentges definitely made their mark in Minneapolis Public Schools and City Conference, Prohofsky as a coach, teacher and administrator, Hentges as a teacher and coach. Besides the students, teachers and colleagues, each had an impact outside the classroom as well. On Saturday, February 18, 1989, Minneapolis...
Dash cam shows CMV driver taking evasive action to save motorcyclist in Minneapolis
A CMV driver’s dash cam captured a harrowing close call with a motorcyclist who lost control in Minneapolis on Monday. The video was captured by a dump truck driver on I-35W at Hennepin Avenue. In the video, you can see a motorcycle rider losing control and striking the guardrail...
Gopher hoopsters in summer workouts
Both Gopher basketball teams are in the midst of their respective summer workouts, which began in June. The Minnesota men added six seniors to the 2024-25 season roster along with two returning starters (Dawson Garcia and Mike Mitchell) to a squad that was last season’s Big Ten best in terms of win improvement (19-15 overall) in 2023-24.
St. Kates golfer proud of her team’s accomplishments
Jaycee Rhodes’ summer thus far consists of working and playing golf. The latter also involves competing in summer golf tournaments as she prepares for her final collegiate season at St. Catherine’s. As promised, we’ve followed the school’s and the MIAC’s only Black golfer since Rhodes, a St. Paul...
Mpls health commissioner focuses on substance abuse, racial equity, climate
His own experience with deep poverty informs his work. A career in professional football is what Damōn Chaplin had in mind when he matriculated to Norwich University, a private senior military college located in Northfield, Vermont. An injury ended those dreams, but the Boston native wasn’t deterred. When he transferred to Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio, to study biology, it was “all about academics.”
Vancouver Whitecaps Secure 3-1 Win Against Minnesota United with Impressive Performances
Good morning Caps fans! The Vancouver Whitecaps secured a critical 3-1 victory against Minnesota United, boosting their standing in the Western Conference and securing a pivotal three points in the race for a playoff spot. Despite giving up numerous chances, the Caps capitalized on efficient scoring, with two goals within the first 20 minutes setting the tone. Sebastian Berhalter's crucial goal sealed the win, dampening any hopes of a Minnesota comeback.
Zeev Buium Can Succeed Where Calen Addison Failed
The Minnesota Wild must improve in every area, but they needed a difference-maker on the blue line and got one. While the Wild only moved up one spot, they managed to get a defensive prospect with more upside than Carson Lambos, who they took 26th overall in the 2021 NHL Draft.
The Biochar King of Minneapolis
Minneapolis may be the only city in the country with a carbon sequestration program manager on staff. Now, Jim Doten — who holds that title — is about to realize his dream of starting up one of the first municipally owned and operated carbon removal projects. The Minnesota metropolis has just purchased its very own biomass pyrolyzer, a machine that heats up tree clippings in a low-oxygen environment and turns them into a form of charcoal called biochar. As the wood grew, it sucked carbon out of the air during photosynthesis; as biochar, that carbon becomes stable for hundreds of...
Twins vs. Astros: Odds, spread, over/under - July 5
Pablo Lopez will toe the rubber for the Minnesota Twins (49-38) on Friday, July 5 against the Houston Astros (45-42), who will counter with Shawn Dubin. The first pitch will be thrown at 8:10 PM ET at Target Field. The favored Twins have -159 moneyline odds against the underdog Astros,...
Minneapolis hosts first July 4th fireworks display since 2019
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Despite rain and storms earlier in the day that prompted many other cities to cancel or reschedule their fireworks, Minneapolis' Fourth of July display went on Thursday night. The event marked the first time in five years that Minneapolis had held a fireworks show. During the...
Vikings Floated as Destination for Former $64 Million Champ in Free Agency
The Minnesota Vikings have done a lot to remake their roster on both sides of the ball this offseason, taking advantage of the draft, trades, and free agency. One lingering question mark is a pass rush that offers a lot of promise but little in the way of a sure-fire game-changer. The Vikings drafted Dallas Turner and signed Jonathan Greenard to replace Danielle Hunter, who signed with Greenard’s former team, the Houston Texans.
Surprising North Branch Nighthawks off to fast start
The North Branch Nighthawks Town Ball team possesses some seasoned veterans once again this year — some who have been with the program over the last eight to nine years. It can serve as a big advantage for the group, which now has several new additions in a variety of younger players who are looking to make an immediate impact. Jimmy Skroch, Nick Solberg, Clint Mattson and Nick Pilz make up the leaders at the helm, while recent North Branch grads Andrew Orf, Noah Thorsen,...
Questions Answered: A Thielen Trade, Vikings’ Next Draft Need, Greg Joseph
The following questions are about current Minnesota Vikings topics, answered by VikingsTerritory. Today is the July 4th edition, addressed in a from-the-hip fashion. If you have questions, please email them to [email protected]. Questions Answered: A Thielen Trade, Next Draft Need, Greg Joseph. Also, please note: These are opinion-based responses....
Walk To Be Held To Show Support For Discontinued Spanish Mass
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- Waite Park Community members will have a walk in support of a Spanish Mass. The St. Cloud Diocese has decided to discontinue the Spanish Mass at St. Joesph's Catholic Church after 23 years. Church members say they met with the diocese to try to find...
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