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FALSE PROMISES: Think tank presentation argues Minnesota is failing young people
A nation, or state’s, future will be determined by its young people. That’s the thinking behind the False Promises tour, a traveling presentation from the Center of the American Experiment, which argues that progressive policies are failing young people in Minnesota. A group of Owatonnans gathered Wednesday for the local stop of the tour, hearing data gleaned from polling and focus groups of young Minnesotans. ...
Popular History Channel Show is Filming in Minnesota this Fall
It's always really exciting when shows or movies decide to film in Minnesota. Even if we can't be involved at all, we're still proud that our state was chosen! But this particular show that will be filming here DOES want our participation. It's a big show from the History Channel...
Popular Festival Now Set to Return to Valleyfair This Summer
Valleyfair has been one of Minnesota's top attractions for nearly 50 years and it just announced that a popular festival will also be returning this summer. There are many places of interest for which we're known here in the North Star State, right? The following are all venues and attractions that instantly scream Minnesota whenever you hear them:
MN berry grower adds solar power to his revenue stream
Broadcast version by Mike Moen for Minnesota News Connection reporting for the Resource Rural-Public News Service Collaboration. At the end of each growing season, Grand Rapids, Minnesota berry farmer Stuart Lavalier is ready for cold weather to set in, exhausted from the long hours and hard work required to grow high-quality strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and apples for local customers.
Minnesota Trades Academy gives teens an 8-week crash course in the trades
ROGERS, Minn. — Many kids grow up playing with construction trucks in the sandbox, but driving the real thing isn't as easy as it looks. Fifty seven teenagers from across the Twin Cities got to test their skills on a few construction trucks Wednesday as part of the Minnesota Trades Academy.
Minnesotans react to federal courts ruling state gun law is unconstitutional
MINNEAPOLIS — A Minnesota gun law has gained national attention, after a federal court ruled the state’s law banning 18- to 20-year-olds from getting a firearm permit was unconstitutional. The Minnesota’s Gun Owners Caucus is one of the organizations that challenged this law. Three individuals who were under...
Man Killed in Tragic Farm Accident Near Staples
Staples, MN – At around 6:13 Thursday evening (July 18th), the Wadena County Sheriff’s Department responded to a farm equipment rollover accident in rural Bullard Township, north of Staples. First responders arrived to the scene and located a front-end loader tractor lying upside down in the ditch along...
Man in custody after fleeing from police and jumping into the river in East Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A man is in custody after fleeing from police and jumping in the Red River early Friday morning. The Grand Forks Police Department says they were called to 400 Demers Avenue just after 2 a.m. July 19, for a report of a potential domestic disturbance.
Concordia’s Catch: Austin Jablonski prepares for senior season
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Austin Jablonski has had quite a football journey over the past 5 years. He finally found his home with Concordia and finished as a first-team NAIA All-American in 2023. Heading into the 2024 season, Jablonski is excited for one last ride. “I think we really have...
Minnesota State Politicians Tour Moorhead Area, Check Progress
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Anyone even driving through the city of Moorhead these days is keenly aware of the massive underpass project. It’s something that’s been discussed for decades, but only broke ground this year. Today, Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy (DFL-St. Paul) stopped by...
St. Cloud City Council to Discuss SCSU Programming Cuts
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- At least one St. Cloud City Council member wants to have a formal discussion on the St. Cloud State University programming and budget cuts. Karen Larson has requested that the item be added to Monday night's agenda. She says even though the university is a separate entity from the city it directly impacts the city's economy overall.
The Historic Moorhead Dairy Queen plans celebration on Miracle Treat Day
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — The Historic Moorhead Dairy Queen is getting ready to celebrate its 75th Anniversary, along with Miracle Treat Day, and they want you to join in on the fun. Next Thursday, July 25th, they will donate all proceeds from Blizzard sales to Sanford Children’s Hospital.
MN State Patrol investigating after Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office squad overturns
KANDIYOHI COUNTY, Minn. — The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating after a Kandiyohi County Sheriff's deputy was injured after his squad car overturned on the road in Gennessee Township. The deputy was heading south on County Road 4 when his vehicle veered off the road and overturned just after...
World's best unicyclists battle for glory in Bemidji
BEMIDJI, Minn. — Hundreds of athletes, 12 days of fun and just one wheel. Unicon 21, the unicycling world convention and championships, is underway at Bemidji's Sanford Center. There's more to these competitions than just riding a unicycle. Some cyclists will compete artistically, some will face off in unicycle hockey or basketball games, and some competitions focus on speed. And if you aren't competing you can still enjoy the convention full of vendors, lessons and entertainment. Unicon 21 began on Sunday and runs through July 26.The event has been held before in places like South Korea and France.
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