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Walz ripped for ‘snitch line’ after making Thanksgiving reference in Pennsylvania campaign speech
Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) campaigned with Vice President Kamala Harris in western Pennsylvania on Sunday and lamented that he yearned for a time in politics when relatives could enjoy Thanksgiving without politics. Critics were quick to say he hurt families during the coronavirus pandemic. “And we, some of us who have less hair and are […]
Harris-Walz ticket sharpens contrast with Trump-Vance on health care
Stillwater, Minnesota — Vice President Kamala Harris' selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate is making health care a front-burner issue in the final sprint to the November presidential election.Walz, a 60-year-old former high school teacher and football coach, has a record of supporting left-leaning health care initiatives during his two terms as governor and while serving in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2007 to 2019. He also leads a state central to the health care industry: Minnesota is home both to the nation's largest health insurer, UnitedHealth Group, and one of its most prestigious hospital systems,...
YMCA Gym Closed for Floor Refinishing August 26 – September 2
MARSHALL — The Marshall Area YMCA gymnasium will be closed from August 26th to September 2nd for floor refinishing. Regular gym activities will resume at 5 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3rd. Additionally, the YMCA will be closed on Monday, September 2nd, in observance of Labor Day. The YMCA team looks forward to welcoming members back to a refreshed gym floor.
A Cruel Twist of Fate: Ex-Viking Appears to Have Lost Season During Vikings Preseason Tilt
Hakeem Adeniji used to be a backup offensive tackle with Minnesota. The ex-Viking is now employed in Cleveland and he got a shot to play in the preseason game. Unfortunately, he hurt himself in that contest, leading to his placement on injured reserve (as confirmed by the Browns’ team website and by beat writer Mary Kay Cabot). As Minnesota fans learned with J.J. McCarthy, the IR placement means the season with the Browns is done for the veteran lineman.
Northfield Police Department Gearing up for Defeat of Jesse James Days; Minnesota Department of Education signs off on Northfield School District’s High School plan; Annual City Council Budgeting work session set for tonight
The Defeat of Jesse James Days 2024 celebration will begin in just about three weeks, and Northfield Chief of Police Mark Elliott said his department has been preparing for the event for months, just as they do every year. DJJD is the third largest public celebration in Minnesota, trailing only...
Immigrant farmers, solar company pioneer new methods at Big Lake farm
Accessing land is a common barrier for immigrant farmers. But a new program is partnering them with solar gardens to raise crops between arrays. The post Immigrant farmers, solar company pioneer new methods at Big Lake farm appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Coborn’s Announced New Grocery, Liquor Store in Plymouth
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Coborn's Incorporated is opening a new grocery and liquor store in Plymouth. The St. Cloud-based company says they will be part of a new project called "The Boulevard" which is a partnership with developers Roers Companies and Scannell Properties. It will be located off Interstate 494 and Bass Lake Road.
Minnesota Man’s Explosive Plot Uncovered: Homemade Bomb Found Near Hastings School!
HASTINGS, MN – John Allan Lee, 57, from Hastings, Minnesota, has been charged with possession of an explosive device. This charge follows an incident in which a homemade explosive was discovered near an elementary school. On February 10, 2023, a local resident reported finding a suspicious object resembling a...
Competitive Cornhole, Ramsey's Happy Days Bean Bag Tournament Offers Fun and Prizes on September 7
Looking for a throwdown that combines skill, strategy, and the chance to snag some coveted loot? Mark your calendars for the Happy Days Bean Bag Tournament in Ramsey—a wink to nostalgia with a competitive twist, where victors collect more than just bragging rights. This event, sponsored with pizzazz by Anytime Fitness - Ramsey, isn't just a Saturday skirmish of toss-and-catch; it's a full-on crusade for the cornhole crown, set for September 7, as per the City of Ramsey.
Federal Jury Finds Twin Cities Felon Guilty of Illegal Firearm Possession
DULUTH, Minn. – A federal jury found a Twin Cities man guilty of possessing a firearm as an armed career criminal, announced U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger. According to the evidence presented at trial, on July 7, 2023, Mille Lacs Tribal Police Department officers were dispatched to a residence in Onamia in response to a 911-call concerning a suspected drug overdose. Officers encountered Jeremy Jantile Burton, 36, lying unconscious on the floor of a bedroom in the residence, and began resuscitation efforts. After administering two doses of Narcan, the officers moved Burton from the floor of the bedroom to a nearby mattress and noticed a magazine of a handgun protruding from his shorts pocket. In order to secure the scene for EMS personnel, the officers recovered the handgun from Burton's pocket, and also observed several items of drug paraphernalia in the bedroom. Burton was transported to the Onamia Hospital by ambulance and the officers obtained a search warrant. A subsequent search of the residence revealed several controlled substances including cocaine, methamphetamine and fentanyl, scales commonly used to weigh controlled substances, several items of drug paraphernalia, and 36 rounds of 9 mm ammunition.
Behind the scenes of Metallica's shows at U.S. Bank Stadium
MINNEAPOLIS — Heavy metal fans had a roaring good time over the weekend as Metallica performed two shows at U.S. Bank Stadium.The M72 World Tour is an incredible production with more moving parts than you can imagine.Heavy metal worthy of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rumbled through U.S. Bank Stadium as Metallica shredded and pounded through two energizing shows. It's an astounding production made possible by hundreds of hardworking people."What we do in Minneapolis might not be the same as Chicago last week," said Jon-Michael Marino, the tour coordinator. "Metallica alone has a little over 150 crew."Add to that...
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