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Faribault man charged with murder of 22-year-old co-worker
Mohamed Aden Hared, 24, of Faribault, was charged on Tuesday with second-degree intentional murder in connection with the death of Ahmed Ibrahim Cariif, 22, also of Faribault, according to a news release from Dakota County Attorney Kathy Keena. According to the criminal complaint, a report of a shooting sent the Lakeville Police Department to a parking lot at a Lakeville business, shortly after 4 a.m. on Saturday, June 29. Hared,...
Faribault VFW takes early lead and keeps it close but loses in 6th inning to Red Wing
The Faribault VFW team had started the season winning five of their first seven games. A tough loss where they out hit Albert Lea last Thursday broke a three-game winning streak. Faribault looked to shake off that loss last week by returning home to face off against Red Wing Monday. The home team once again outhit its opponent, but it was once again defeated. Faribault jumped out to a quick...
Expanding her horizons: Student attends workshop at West Point Military Academy
School has been out for many weeks, but for some students, learning does not end because the calendar says it is summer. The post Expanding her horizons: Student attends workshop at West Point Military Academy appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
New Forecast For July 4th Is Looking Nasty in Minnesota
Minnesota, it is time to rally together. And if you live in Northern Iowa, you might want to join the Land of 10,000 Lakes for this because the forecast for the Fourth of July was just posted and things are not looking great. The Forecast For the Fourth of July...
Faribault's Kleffman, 76, joined by brother, 90, at national swimming championship
Faribault’s Robin Kleffman is no stranger to swimming, as he has won several awards and made several trips to the United States Masters Swimming National Championships. But this year was extra special for him, as he was joined by his brother Roger. 76-year-old Robin and 90-year-old Roger went to the 2024 United States Masters Spring Swimming Championship that took place in Indianapolis from June 20-24. The brothers both swam competitively in high school and while Robin swam in his 20s and started to compete again...
Owatonna native returns for wood-turning show at Arts Center
GALLERY HOURS AND RECEPTION The gallery dates for Roger Nass’ exhibit are July 7-28. The Owatonna Arts Center is open 1-5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. An opening reception for the show is scheduled 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, July 9. a95c6381-a6f1-4a61-b791-2e0fe7d70ab5 Artist Roger Nass is returning to his roots with his upcoming show at the Owatonna Arts Center. Nass practices the traditional art of wood turning, sculpting wood through the use...
Owatonna competes in New Ulm Junior Upper Midwest Classic
VFW and Legion baseball is a great way for up and coming high school players to get experience during the summer and a good way to see what’s to come for area teams. For Owatonna, it seems the future is bright. The Owatonna VFW mix team (9th and 10th grade) played the best of the best in the New Ulm Junior Upper Midwest Classic over the weekend. While Owatonna ended...
What fireworks are legal in Minnesota?
MINNEAPOLIS — Rainy weather could shut down fireworks shows on July 4 and that might spark people to ignite their own backyard performances.But before trying that in the North Star State we wanted to know: What fireworks are legal in Minnesota? Good Question.Before colors burst in the sky, stores like Fireworks Nation in North Hudson, Wisconsin are nearly bursting with excited customers, many of whom are taking their haul back to Minnesota."You don't have to go far," said one Minnesotan who loaded up on fireworks for a show in his home state. "This is of course our busiest week," said co-owner...
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...
Some cities adjust fireworks shows ahead of Fourth of July weather
EXCELSIOR, Minn. — Eyes are typically on the sky each Fourth of July but our soaking summer could complicate Independence Day plans. Showers may steal the fireworks show depending on where you live. After a five-year hiatus, Red, White and Boom in Minneapolis will return on the Fourth of July — pending no severe weather."They will be monitoring it throughout the food trucks and the live performances and live bands as people gather and we'll be calling it as the evening progresses," Minneapolis Parks Spokesperson Dawn Sommers said.Sommers says the decision to cancel the fireworks show will be made that evening,...
Trouble getting a Minnesota driver's license? Here's why.
Anisa Ali is a veteran of the rutted road to obtaining a driver's license in Minnesota. The 17-year-old, who lives in Blaine, passed the written exam on her first try. Then, after months of the requisite practice driving, she took the road test for the first time in February, but didn't pass. When she and her father, Abdi Hussein, tried to book a second try, the two watched as open times disappeared in the online booking system.
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...
Minnesota’s Largest Fireworks Display to Proceed Rain or Shine
As the Fourth of July approaches, everyone has their fingers crossed, hoping that Mother Nature cooperates and doesn't rain on the parade—or the BBQs, picnics, and other get-togethers that make this holiday special. While these activities are a big part of the fun, the fireworks are always the main event.
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...
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