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Bemidji Athlete Prepares for Team USA Para Ice Hockey Tryouts
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The Women’s Para Ice Hockey Challenge is being held in Norway this October. For Bemidji’s Chloe Kirkpatrick, it would be her 5th time representing her country. “I fell in love with the sport from the start of it and I just love...
Eviction lawsuit suit headed back to district court level
A case involving an eviction spurred by unauthorized use of a utility closet will go back to the trial court level. In an nonprecedential opinion, the Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed in part and reversed in part a decision from Hennepin County District Court. The case involved Nichole Nalewaja, who...
Heroes Unite fundraiser Aug. 3 Cure sought for Maple Lake preschooler with rare disease
At five years old Hoyt Lambert is a happy preschooler with a typical love/hate relationship with his little sister Millie and an abounding adoration for his new baby brother, Emmett. But life isn’t typical for Hoyt or his family. Ongoing neurology and ophthalmology appointments, rehabilitation, and yearly procedures take...
Charges: Woman and her boyfriend shot teenage girl
ST PAUL, Minn — An adult woman and her boyfriend have been charged for shooting a teenage girl in St. Paul on Saturday. According to charging documents, the shooting victim’s mother believes the shooting stemmed from a Stillwater robbery case in which the mother is cooperating with the prosecution of 29-year-old Kalosha Shavette Minor.
One astounding stat from Timberwolves Summer League so far
After Tuesday night's close loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Minnesota Timberwolves now sit at 2-1 in Summer League play. To this point, there have been some outstanding individual performances, perhaps none bigger than Terrence Shannon Jr.'s consistently strong play. The 2024 first-round pick is quickly confirming suspicions that he...
Registration Now Open for the FGIA 2024 Fall Conference September 16-19
Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2024 Fall Conference, taking place September 16-19 in Minneapolis, MN, at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. The conference’s theme, “Oktoberfest,” is a seasonal reference to the event’s fun night out: a brewery tour at Surly Brewing. Participants are encouraged to register now to take advantage of early-bird pricing through August 23. Registration is available for both the in-person event and the virtual experience.
Xcel Energy truck crashes into a building in NE Minneapolis
Supply Studio owner Jeffrey Siegel says he was in the building when the work truck smashed though the front side of the building. Police and Xcel Energy are investigating the circumstances that led to the crash.
Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson provides update on his ACL recovery
Veteran tight end T.J. Hockenson has been a hugely important part of the Minnesota Vikings offense over the past two seasons. His importance in the offense is likely to increase in 2024 with uncertainty at the quarterback position. However, Hockenson suffered a serious knee injury at the end of last season and may not be ready for the beginning of the 2024 season.
Bloomington Police Seek Public's Aid in Locating Suspect of Mall of America Hit and Run
The Bloomington Police Department is actively seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect involved in a hit-and-run incident. The collision, which left an unoccupied vehicle damaged, transpired on the 5th of July, 2024, at the Mall of America east ramp at around 10:50 PM. According to a post made by the Bloomington Police Department, the driver was reportedly "driving recklessly" before hitting the parked vehicle.
111th Benton County Fair starts July 30 in Sauk Rapids
The Benton County Fair kicks off another six days of fun on July 30. The 111th edition runs through Aug. 4 and contains its usual array of diverse, fun offerings for families - all at no charge. While evening events like the demolition derby, rodeo and monster truck have nominal...
Single-wheel enthusiasts from around the globe descend on Bemidji for Unicon 21
ListenSingle-wheel enthusiasts from around the globe descend on Bemidji for Unicon 21. It was likely a first for the Sanford Arena. On the second night of Unicon 21 the Bemidji venue hosted unicycle sumo. And by all accounts, the event was a slobberknocker. Competitors balanced on unicycles battled around a...
Grade the Trade Proposal: Vikings cure 49ers headache in deal for Brandon Aiyuk
At first glance, any idea that involves the Minnesota Vikings somehow landing wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk in a trade with the San Francisco 49ers is perceived as extremely unlikely. However, some of the best trades in NFL history have been the ones that have caught almost everyone by surprise. Aiyuk...
Former Timberwolves fan favorite announces surprising free agency decision
The 2024 NBA free agency period may be over two weeks old now, but there are still plenty of notable transactions being made. For the Minnesota Timberwolves, more roster decisions are still likely to take place. The team remains without a backup point guard outside of rookie Rob Dillingham, and a few options exist on the market.
1st Round Pick Deletes Team Posts – Chargers, Panthers Could Attempt Trade
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison made headlines for all the wrong reasons, and recent social media activity implies he could be looking for a trade. Earlier in the week, the former first-round pick was arrested under suspicion of DUI. According to reports across the league, Addison was found asleep in a Rolls-Royce while blocking a road. The receiver was arrested and released following a DUI investigation. This isn’t Addison’s first off-field issue, as the wideout previously pled guilty to a misdemeanor speeding charge where he drove 140 in a 55-mile-per-hour zone.
Twins acquire infielder from Mets
The Twins have acquired infielder Rylan Bannon from the Mets, per their transaction log at MLB.com. The return isn’t specified, though it’s typical for midseason trades of non-40-man players of this ilk to send cash the other direction. Speculatively speaking, Bannon may have had an out clause in his deal with the Mets; he was hitting well in Triple-A Syracuse before this swap.
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