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2024 Mets Draft profile: Ethan Lanthier
Ethan Lanthier attended Northfield High School in Northfield, Minnesota, where he played varsity baseball for three years and varsity football for two. He was named to various honorary teams in both sports but excelled more on the diamond. In his senior year, he was named 2020-2021 Northfield Men’s Athlete of the Year and earned Class AAA All-State honors for posting a 1.05 ERA in 20.0 innings on the mound with 38 strikeouts while hitting .350. After graduating, he went undrafted in the 2021 MLB Draft and attended St. Cloud State University in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Sartell’s Mill District Gets Special Visitor
SARTELL (WJON News) -- The Sartell Mill District achieved another milestone on Friday. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Commissioner Matt Varilek visited the site. Varitek, Mayor Ryan Fitzhum, Representative Tim O'Driscoll, and other dignitaries toured the site and discussed future redevelopment plans. The Mill District received...
Central Minnesota Veterans to Receive Benefits Assistance at PACT Act Claims Clinic in St. Cloud
If you've served your country through thick and thin, here's something relevant to your interests. Veterans from Central Minnesota, along with the survivors of those who served during the Vietnam War, Gulf War, and post-9/11 conflicts, can get essential information on their healthcare and compensation benefits this August 17, as reported by Wright County Minnesota. Specifically, for those who've been exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances during their service, a PACT Act claims clinic is opening its doors to provide the answers you need.
No wake restriction lifted in Le Sueur County, except Washington
The lakes listed here have receded to the no wake restriction threshold and have maintained and/or continued to recede for three consecutive days. As of Saturday, July 20, the no wake restriction has been lifted on the following Le Sueur County Lakes: Gorman Lake; Lake Sakatah; Lake Tetonka; West Jefferson; Lake Emily; Middle Jefferson; East Jefferson; German Lake; Lake Francis; Rays Lake; Lake Volney. A no wake restriction will remain in effect for Lake Washington, as water levels have not yet receded to the threshold level. "No wake" is defined as operation of a watercraft at the slowest speed possible to maintain steerage, but in no case greater than 5 mph. The Le Sueur County Sheriff’s Office will continually monitor lake levels and will issue notice on our Facebook Page as soon as the restriction is lifted.
Gas Prices Rise in Minnesota, Fall Nationally
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Most of the country has seen a reprieve from rising gasoline prices, thanks to weaker-than-expected gasoline demand. Gas Buddy says while a good portion of the country saw average gasoline prices decline, severe weather completely knocked out power to a major refinery outside Chicago early last week, immediately impacting gas supplies to Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan.
Rep. Ilhan Omar, other members of "The Squad" endorse Kamala Harris for president
MINNEAPOLIS — Key progressive and member of "The Squad" Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar endorsed Kamala Harris for president on Sunday after President Biden announced he was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.In a post on X, Omar thanked Mr. Biden for his work in the last three-and-a-half years as president."This was the president's decision to make and I'm grateful for his years of service to our country," Omar wrote. "I'm thrilled to support (Kamala Harris) as our Democratic nominee and remain committed to working alongside her to defeat Donald Trump in November."Omar remained supportive of Mr. Biden as a...
Deadly Listeria Outbreak Hits 12 States, Including Minnesota
Public health officials are frantically trying to locate the source of a listeria outbreak that has killed two people and sickened more than two dozen people across multiple states, including Minnesota. The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that 28 people have been hospitlozed after eating meats...
Timberwolves center absolutely dominated in Pro-Am game
Minnesota Timberwolves center Luka Garza made his Twin Cities Pro-Am debut on Thursday night and dominated in astonishing fashion. The post Timberwolves center absolutely dominated in Pro-Am game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Flash flood warning in effect Sunday as isolated storms drench Twin Cities
MINNEAPOLIS — Sunday will bring a chance for isolated storms in the Twin Cities, and the next couple of days look to stay unsettled.Dakota, Hennepin and Ramsey counties are under a flash flood warning through 12:45 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Thunderstorms were producing heavy rain in those areas.The afternoon will bring more chances for storms. Nothing severe is expected, but there could be some heavier downpours. Activity should diminish once the sun sets.Sunday is also off to a humid, summer-like start. Temperatures across the state will top out in the lower 80s.More isolated storms are possible Monday and Tuesday as well.Expect average highs all week and increasing sunshine and temperatures as we head toward next weekend.
6 Woodchucks Named to Northwoods League All-Star Game
6 Woodchucks Named to Northwoods League All-Star Game. The Woodchucks lead the Northwoods League in All-Star selections (tied with Rockford), landing six players on this year’s All-Star Roster! Woodchucks selected include Isaac Webb, Max Galvin, Adiel Melendez, Grant Siegel, Jorge Decardenas, and Max Soliz Jr. Webb is batting .390 for the season, Galvin leads the team in home runs and RBIs, and Soliz Jr. has contributed 5 home runs and 25 RBIs in 37 games played. Grant Siegel leads the Woodchucks in innings pitched while posting an impressive 2.57 ERA, Melendez has struck out 37 batters across 31 innings in his 7 starts, and Decardenas has helped secure games from the Woodchucks bullpen, including his 9-strikeout performance on July 1st that helped the Woodchucks secure a playoff spot!
Review: ENGLISH at Guthrie Theater
Language is the essence of one’s culture. It is ingrained into each person from a very young age and tells the world who you are and where you come from in a matter of seconds. This characteristic is the basis for San Toossi’s 2023 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, English, now on stage at the Guthrie Theater in co-production with the Goodman Theater.
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