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More Minnesota Lakes are Being Invaded According to DNR
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is adding three more lakes to the ever-growing list of waterways being invaded by one of the world's most invasive aquatic species. According to the DNR, about 4% of Minnesota lakes are currently dealing with this invasive species that can cause serious harm to...
See Shaboozey In Minnesota This September
He's one of the biggest rising stars in music right now and you have a chance to see him in Minnesota later this year!. Shaboozey is hitting the road this fall on his recently-announced 'Where I've Been Isn't Where I'm Going Tour' and that includes a stop in Minneapolis. Concert...
During RNC, Gov. Walz, Democrats stress need to protect abortion access
MILWAUKEE (FOX 9) - Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other Democrats spoke Wednesday outside the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee about abortion protections. Democrats held a press conference featuring Walz, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, and reproductive rights advocate Amanda Zurawski to highlight former President Donald Trump and JD Vance's Project 2025 and their plan to ban abortion, as well as "threaten access to IVF and contraception," according to a press release.
New chapter set to begin for Distinctive Dental Services as Dr. Mike Thoennes retires after nearly 45 years
Patients of Distinctive Dental Services in Winsted and Howard Lake will now see a new face when going to the dentist. Its longtime owner, Dr. Mike Thoennes, recently sold his practices and retired after nearly 45 years of serving the communities. The new face patients will see is a familiar...
Advance Tickets to Clay County Fair
Spencer, IA (KICD) — Advance gate admission tickets to the 2024 Clay County Fair are now available. You can purchase them for $8 – with a savings of $4 – if purchased before September 7th. Gate tickets can be purchased online at www.claycountyfair.com; in person at the...
Iowa Nice: Stranger restores Spencer family's Blackstone grill after flood
SPENCER, Iowa — Even after all of the severe weather this year, Iowa Nice is still alive and well. Spencer resident Casey Johnson put her family's Blackstone grill on the curb after it was damaged by the extreme flooding in northwest Iowa last month. She says a couple of gentlemen asked her if they could take it and restore it.
Algona woman begins art career after diving accident leaves her quadriplegic
Jessica Olsen's life was never the same after an accident on Clear Lake on her 30th birthday. On July 20, 2023, Olsen dove off of a water scooter in shallow water and broke her neck. She became quadriplegic instantly. ...
Creamery gets OK from county board
A new creamery could be opening in the near future in Cottonwood County. At Tuesday’s meeting, Cottonwood County Commissioners approved a conditional use permit for Dean Johnson and Ethan Johnson to build a creamery at the family’s farm site south of Storden. The creamery would allow the Johnsons...
2 arrested for DWI and other reports
Deputies arrested Eduardo Iturbe Acevedo, 29, for driving while intoxicated after receiving a report of a reckless driver at 8:55 p.m. Wednesday on Broadway in Hartland. Police arrested Solomon Martinez, 71, for DWI after receiving a report at 4:27 p.m. Wednesday of a male who was passed out at the wheel at South Broadway and […] The post 2 arrested for DWI and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Legion sub-state begins today
The Windom Post 206 Sr. Legion baseball team will open the Southwest Sub-State Division II playoffs today in Luverne. Windom takes on Sleepy Eye at 11 a.m. Win or lose, Windom will play again on Friday against either St. James or Minneota. The losers of today’s games play at 11 a.m., while the winners of Thursday’s games play at 5 p.m.
Thank You, Stranger: A barista never knew one regular's name, but years later reconnected in a special way
ListenThank You, Stranger: A barista never knew one regulars' name, but years later reconnected in a special way. Our “Thank You, Stranger” series is about the people who come into our lives and lend a little support, maybe make our days a little brighter. This time, we’ll hear how a customer let a former barista reflect on her career in an unexpected way.
Celebration of Ag highlights how Minnesota’s agriculture industry has grown
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Five years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic had everything on lockdown, and farmers across the region were wondering what they could do to bring some excitement into the community. “It was hard,” said Sam Ziegler. “Everybody was down, and it was...what can we do to think about...
What To Know About This Growing Driving Threat On Minnesota Roads
Minnesota drivers know that wildlife can pose a risk while driving on the state's roadways. Deer are certainly the most common animal that comes to mind when it comes to animal risks on Minnesota roadways. Heck, the phrase "Watch out for deer!" is part of most Minnesota goodbyes!. While less...
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