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Minnesota Motorist Cited After Being Caught Going 106MPH
Hear that barking sound? Yup, that's the dog days of summer calling out to Minnesotans to enjoy the weather. Summer also means more knuckleheads out on area roads some on two wheels, others on four wheels. Recently a motorist in Chisago County was cited for reaching speeds of more than 100mph.
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[EDEN PRAIRIE, MN, July 2, 2024] — USA Curling is pleased to announce that registration has opened for the Last Chance Mixed Doubles Olympic Trials Qualifier, scheduled for Curl Mesabi in Eveleth, MN, from November 15-17, 2024. The team that wins this event will earn a berth in the 2025 Mixed Doubles Olympic Trials/Nationals at Rock Creek Curling in Lafayette, CO.
Health care ‘implosion’ threatens Greater Minnesota
My mother dreamed of helicopters falling from the sky. In one crash, my uncle died. In another, her children. Again and again, the low thrum of helicopters tore her world apart. These fitful dreams remain mom’s only memories from the month after she suffered a life-threatening stroke on Nov. 19, 2022. That night, just before […] The post Health care ‘implosion’ threatens Greater Minnesota appeared first on Minnesota Reformer.
Warm, clear Wednesday in Twin Cities, but Fourth of July forecast calls for rain
MINNEAPOLIS — The clouds will clear out and warmer air will move in on Wednesday in the Twin Cities.It will be dry and slightly humid, with a high around 85.Unfortunately for any planned outdoor celebrations, the Fourth of July forecast is much wetter. An area of low pressure will spead showers and storms across the southern half of the state. That system will move in from the southwest starting in the morning before pulling up and peppering the Twin Cities with showers in the afternoon. Then, another cluster arrives later in the evening, bringing stronger storms to the metro, southeastern Minnesota and western Wiscosnin.Keep an eye out for changes to any fireworks shows.Periods of heavy rain will continue into Friday, though there should be some dry time later in the day. Temperatures will drop to the 70s to end the work week.The weekend should bring more dry time, though Saturday could get wet. Highs will rebound to the 80s and stay there into the start of next week.
As concerns grow, more aging dams are replaced with rock rapids to let rivers flow
ListenAs concerns grow, more aging dams are replaced with rock rapids to let rivers flow. Last week’s partial failure of the Rapidan Dam near Mankato has renewed concerns about the safety of aging dams across Minnesota. In some communities, old dams have been removed and replaced with a series...
Eveleth apartment house incurs fire, smoke damage
EVELETH—A vacant apartment house was damaged by smoke and fire in a Monday night blaze that was reported at 9:30 p.m., according to the Friends of the Northland FireWire. Crews from Eveleth, Fayal Township, Gilbert, Virginia, and Mountain Iron were dispatched to the 500 block of Adams Avenue, where heavy smoke was seen coming from the large structure. The Clinton, Lakeland, Biwabik Township and City of Biwabik departments were also paged. After extensive interior and exterior fire attacks, firefighters were able to keep the blaze contained to the interior of the building. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The Eveleth Ambulance Service provided medical standby at the scene while the Eveleth Police Department and St. Louis County Sheriff’s Department assisted in traffic control.
Minnesota family fighting for daughter with ultra-rare genetic mutation, others like her
MINNEAPOLIS — A Minnesota family is fighting for their daughter's future.Mae Knopik, 4, has an ultra-rare genetic mutation that affects only about 430 people in the entire world.When she was 1.5 years old, Mae was diagnosed with the neuro-developmental disorder, CTNNB1 Syndrome."She's non-verbal, she's unable to walk unassisted," said Emily Knopik, Mae's mother. "She definitely has that developmental delay, cognitive disability."Emily and Joe Knopik say it's a random genetic mutation that wasn't passed down from them.They've traveled the world to get Mae treatments and therapies. They also started a nonprofit, Mae's Mission.They're raising money for a clinical trial of a...
FOR SALE: Minnesota Church has Been Turned Into Beautiful Home
I love checking out different things people have done to their homes to make it theirs. Whether it's a DIY project or a huge remodel, they're all so cool. For this particular Minnesota home, it was a complete overhaul. Church-Turned-Home For Sale in Minnesota. Every once in a while, I...
Customers Now Angry At New Costco Change in Minnesota
'Minnesota nice' may still be a thing but a new change at Costco has customers more than just a little upset. When you think of Costco, you probably think of buying huge packages of toilet paper or paper towels, giant tubs of guacamole, queso, or other delicious dips, and massive packages of coffee and other food items, right?
TCB Q&A: Odyssey Resorts CEO Howard Anderson
Uluth-based Odyssey Resorts is the largest operator of independent Minnesota resorts, with nine properties throughout Grand Marais, Lutsen, Two Harbors, Duluth, and Deerwood. From Ruttger’s Bay Lake to Breezy Point, demand for corporate retreats at Odyssey Resorts has increased post-pandemic and continues to grow. It’s an area of focus for Howard Anderson, who joined Odyssey in 2022 as vice president of strategic planning and was promoted to CEO in May.
Flooding impacting dozens of parks and recreation areas ahead of holiday weekend
ST. PAUL, Minn. — You might be thinking of spending time outdoors this holiday weekend, but there's a warning from state officials about the impact of flooding.The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reporting dozens of closures in its parks and rec areas, including to trails, beaches and some other amenities. Fort Snelling State Park, however, is the only state park that is fully closed."Even with the recent flooding around the state, there are a lot of great opportunities to enjoy the outdoors this 4th of July," DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen said. "As long as you do a little...
NA3HL Wilderness Release Schedule for First-Ever Season
EVELETH, Minn.- The newest Minnesota Wilderness team is gearing up for their first season. Over the weekend, the team released their schedule. The Wilderness will play their first-ever game on September 12th at Mason City. A month later on October 12th, they’ll have their first-ever home opener at the Hippodrome...
Grand marshal City Band wants 'to keep the soul of Biwabik alive'
BIWABIK—It’s tradition every 4th of July parade in Biwabik for the City Band to play the song of a school long since gone. As band member Mike Smith said in an email, “I think I can speak for the other band members that we are fighting to keep the soul of Biwabik alive in our own little way. We really are trying to conserve a part of our past that we aren’t ready to give up on just yet.” Members of the band get special...
Now 24 Minnesota Counties Have Deer Feeding + Attractant Bans
With all that nature has to offer throughout the state, owning land in Minnesota is a pleasure many enjoy. In fact, privately owned land covers more than 75 percent of the state. Those who own land in Minnesota also play a vital role in protecting Minnesota's diverse habitats. The Minnesota...
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