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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...
Lakefield pool honoring Windom season passes
Due to the flooding at Island Park, the rest of the season at the Windom Pool is in doubt. The floodwaters got into the pool, meaning the pool will need to be emptied and deep cleaned before it can potentially be refilled. However, that cannot happen until floodwater completely recedes from the area.
27-year-old man dies after falling from a tree on the Fourth of July
AITKIN, Minn. — A 27-year-old man died after falling from a tree near the shores of Gun Lake in Aitkin on the Fourth of July. According to police Henry M. Cannon was climbing a large white pine tree while celebrating the holiday with friends when a branch broke and he fell approximately 25 feet to the ground. The fall knocked Cannon unconscious and resulted in multiple internal injuries, said authorities. Cannon was transported to Riverwood Hospital and administered lifesaving care. Cannon succumbed to his injuries. Police are still investigating the incident.
Coon Rapids Planning Commission to Consider Wedgewood Apartments' Addition of a New Unit in Upcoming Public Hearing
In Coon Rapids, an upcoming hearing by the Planning Commission is set to address a petition related to a local housing development. The petitioner is seeking approval to amend an existing Planned Unit Development (PUD), enabling the addition of a single apartment unit to the Wedgewood Apartments complex, which currently houses 58 units. The modification to the PUD is required due to restrictions on the number of units allowed at the site.
PHOTOS: Blooming Prairie celebrates 50th Old Fashioned Fourth of July
Blooming Prairie's Old Fashioned Fourth of July festivities hit a major milestone this year. This week's celebrations marked the event's 50th anniversary. Overseen by the Blooming Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce, the festivities were projected to bring in approximately 20,000 visitors, expanding the town's occupancy tenfold. Despite a sprinkling of rain, the Old Fashioned Fourth of July parade drew a big crowd Thursday. The multi-day festival also featured a slate of food, games and live entertainment. The festivities culminate with the annual tractor pull on Saturday.
Spicer fireworks moved to Friday night
(Spicer MN-) Spicer's Fourth of July celebration continues today with fun events this afternoon for the kids. Due to rain, last night's fireworks have been moved to tonight at 10 p.m. Spicer Commercial Club Administrator Neila Duschene says things kick off this morning with a boat parade... Your browser does...
City of Willmar, officer sued by man claiming wrongful arrest
WILLMAR, Minn. – The city of Willmar and a police officer are being sued by a man who claims he was wrongly arrested and harassed two years ago. Derrick Gilbert of Willmar is seeking $50,000 in damages, claiming he was arrested for “walking while black” in June 2022.
Freedom Celebration to honor veterans, encourage patriotism in Lonsdale
While Lonsdale’s Fourth of July celebrations weren’t able to withstand the test of time, the small town quickly makes up for it with a different patriotic program each year. Starting in 2015, Triumphant Life Church Pastor Ben Fenderson said he believes this year will be the eighth Freedom Celebration, which is an event to honor veterans and celebrate the reward of their sacrifice from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 13 in the lot next to Mackenthun’s Fine Foods. ...
WPIAL Star Matt Sieg Receives Latest Offer from Big Ten Program
Matt Sieg is continuing to receive hype in a rapidly evolving recruitment. Sieg — a 6-foot, 170-pound athlete from Fort Cherry in McDonald, Pa. — holds offers from Akron, Nebraska, PSU, Pitt, Syracuse, WVU and Wisconsin, and he’s playing quarterback and defensive back at the high school level. It appears likely that Sieg will be recruited primarily as a safety, but wherever he ends up on the field, he’ll be one of the highest-recruited WPIAL players in the class of 2026.
Cal Poly Alumni Makes Debut For Minnesota Twin in MLB 7.05.2024
Cal Poly alumni, and San Luis Obispo native, Brooke Thomas Lee, has been called up to the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday afternoon during their game against the Detroit Tigers. Lee is now the 24th Cal Poly baseball player to make it to the majors, and the 15th under his father, Cal Poly baseball head coach Larry Lee.
BCA investigating use of force incident after gunfire exchange in Bloomington
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is investigating a use-of-force incident early Friday morning in Bloomington. According to the Bloomington Police Department (BPD), officers from the Richfield Police Department responded to a suicide threat at a residence on the 8700 block of 12th Avenue South in Bloomington. Bloomfield police...
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