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Owatonna Gearing Up for a Busy & Fun Fall Season
As summer winds down, Owatonna is getting ready for a fun & event-filled fall season. I never wish summer away, because winter in Minnesota is so dang long, but there's something special about fall -- jeans & sweatshirt weather. So, be sure to mark your calendar for these upcoming events:
Bloomington Residents Invited to Shape Southtown Shopping Center's Future at Public Hearing
Residents of Bloomington have a forthcoming opportunity to shape the future of their community with the partial redevelopment of the Southtown Shopping Center. The Bloomington Planning Commission is slated to hold a public hearing on this matter. Scheduled for August 29, the meeting will consider multiple aspects of the development, including major revisions to existing plans and the subdivision of the property, according to a Bloomington city announcement.
Minnesota artist Adam Turman brings bold style back to the Grandstand
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — A unique Minnesota artist is back at the Minnesota State Fair. Adam Turman, known for his bold, colorful murals around the Midwest, has a newly expanded 2,000-square-foot space in the upper level of the Grandstand, where fairgoers can check out his commemorative State Fair artwork for 2024.
Full slate of fun activities Saturday for Raymond Harvest Festival
(Raymond MN-) There's a lot happening for Raymond Harvest Festival today. Most events taking place at The Raymond Community Center or Firehall... - Raymond has Talent at Raymond Methodist Church from 10 to 3. - 10:30 kids pedal pull. - 10:30 Bean Bag Tournament. - Firemens Water Ball Fight at...
Public input needed on City of Willmar Comprehensive Plan
(Willmar MN-) Willmar officials are urging city residents to give their input on the future of Willmar. City Administrator Leslie Valiant says the city is creating it's comprehensive plan, and they can't do it without the public's help... Your browser does not support the audio element. ...Valiant says the city...
Search Continues for Missing Minnesota Veteran From Itasca County – Cops Need YOUR Help!
ST. CLOUD, MN – Authorities in Itasca County, Minnesota are seeking public assistance in locating Caleb Bolin, a 40-year-old veteran who has been missing for over two weeks. Bolin was last seen leaving his workplace in St. Cloud on the morning of Tuesday, August 6, between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Cardinals stifle Twins 6-1 behind Andre Pallante's 7 strong innings
MINNEAPOLIS — Andre Pallante retired his last 17 of his last 18 batters over seven strong innings and Lars Nootbaar hit a tiebreaking two-run double in the fourth inning, leading the St. Louis Cardinals past the Minnesota Twins 6-1. Brendan Donovan homered, Masyn Wynn had two RBIs and Luken Baker drew three of nine Cardinals walks. They won their third straight game after falling a season-most 12 games behind NL Central leader Milwaukee on Tuesday. The Twins lost for the fourth time in their last five games. Starter David Festa lasted only 3 2/3 innings.
Walz faces criticism for misleading IVF language
Republicans are jumping on Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) for making misleading statements about the infertility treatment he and his wife used, accusing the vice presidential nominee of lying for political expediency. Earlier this week, would-be second lady Gwen Walz shared that she and her husband opted for intrauterine insemination (IUI) to deal with infertility,…
Effort To Deliver 3,000 Acts of Kindness Starts in Plymouth
In a Plymouth warehouse, a nonprofit is working to bring hope and help to thousands of people in need. The nonprofit Coated in Love is hosting its 3,000 Acts of Kindness event on Dec. 9 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. During the event, they offer services such as dental work...
Minneapolis police investigate gunshot death of teen girl in Folwell neighborhood
MINNEAPOLIS — A 15-year-old girl in north Minneapolis died Saturday from a gunshot wound, police said. Authorities were called at 1:50 p.m. to the 3400 block of Logan Avenue North. The teen was taken from the house to North Memorial Health where she was pronounced dead. Now authorities are...
Meteor seen over Wisconsin on Friday
According to the American Meteor Society, over 70 reports came in from across parts of Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Illinois of a meteor seen early Friday morning. Based on reports, the fireball was estimated to of had a path starting east of Augusta in Eau Claire county, travelled southeast and burned up northeast of Tomah in Monroe county. Seen as far north as Perham, Minnesota, and as far south as Talbott, Illinois, the fireball entered the atmosphere between 6:10 and 6:15am local time. The American Meteor Society will take any reports if you have any at amsmeteors.org.
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