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New Minnesota law allows breweries to sell hemp THC-infused drinks on tap
MINNEAPOLIS — At Headflyer Brewing in northeast Minneapolis, there's something new on tap: hemp-derived, THC-infused drinks.That's because a new law kicked in July 1 allowing taprooms to serve them this way. Before the change, customers could only buy cans. But if breweries display necessary information otherwise required on a label, they have the green light to sell it without a bottle. Dan Schnabel, taproom manager at Headflyer Brewing, said his team moved quickly to offer one of their THC drinks on tap because they anticipated the new statute change, approved by the legislature this session. "Having it on tap gives us so...
Customers Now Angry At New Costco Change in Minnesota
'Minnesota nice' may still be a thing but a new change at Costco has customers more than just a little upset. When you think of Costco, you probably think of buying huge packages of toilet paper or paper towels, giant tubs of guacamole, queso, or other delicious dips, and massive packages of coffee and other food items, right?
Bird health and diversity across Minnesota: A discussion with Jerry Niemi
DULUTH — Gerald "Jerry" Niemi has spent a half-century studying Minnesota birds, most notably as director of the Center for Water and the Environment at the Natural Resources Research Institute in Duluth. Now retired, he and his collaborators Lee Pfannmuller and Janet Green recently published a book titled “Breeding...
State regulators under fire for failure to act against polluting company: 'Took a surprise inspection … to bring to light something we have known for years'
Minnesota's Pollution Control Agency promises to "strive for clean air and water, sustainable lands, a better climate, and a thriving economy." But environmental groups are saying the agency's actions suggest otherwise. What's happening?. The Minnesota Reformer reported that the EPA conducted a surprise inspection of the Smith Foundry in Minneapolis...
Gov. Tim Walz after White House meeting says President Biden is "fit for office," and has his support
WASHINGTON — After a meeting at the White House Wednesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said President Biden is "fit for office" even as some fellow Democrats called for him to withdraw from the race amid concerns about his poor debate performance.Walz, chair of the Democratic Governors Association, joined several of his Democratic colleagues leading states across the country — some in-person, some virtually — to speak with the president directly. He and Govs. Wes Moore of Maryland and Kathy Hochul of New York addressed reporters following their discussion and pledged their support."He has had our backs through COVID, through all...
Duluth Huskies split series with Bismarck Larks, drop game two 8-1
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - After finishing the first half of the Northwoods League season with a 17-17 record, the Duluth Huskies began the second half with a series split against the Bismarck Larks, falling in game two at Wade Stadium 8-1 on Independence Day. The Larks got the...
THHS Athletic Hall of Fame Holds Induction Ceremony
The Two Harbors High School Athletic Hall of Fame will be holding an induction ceremony Thursday, July 11th. Though most of the inductees graduated long ago, it is now their time to be recognized by the town and school they represented in athletic events over the years. The last induction ceremony was held in 2016, with the plan to hold one about every four years, but the 2020 ceremony never happened due to COVID-19, and it had not been replanned until now.
4th of July Festivities Have Officially Begun In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. — The 4th of July festivities have officially started in Duluth. The fun happening Wednesday with Hairball rocking at Bayfront Festival Park. Then on Thursday Fourth Fest includes live music, fireworks, and plenty of food and drink options. The week ends with a sold out Trampled by Turtles show happening Saturday.
Cloquet Track & Field Standout Kendra Kelley Transfers to University of Minnesota
CLOQUET, Minn.- Over a month ago, Cloquet native and NDSU track and field standout Kendra Kelley announced she was entering the transfer portal. Now, it appears she’s found her next team. Late Tuesday, Kelley announced on her own Twitter page that she is transferring to the University of Minnesota.
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ON PROPERTY IN LAKE COUNTY, MINNESOTA.
Notice is hereby given that the Lake County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on behalf of, and authorized by, the Lake County Board of Commissioners on July 18, 2024, at 4:00 PM in the Fall Lake Township Hall, 393 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN 55731 at which time interested parties shall have the opportunity to discuss the granting of the following request:
Land O’ Lakes organizations working towards conserving around 1,400 acres
LAND O’ LAKES, Wis. (WJFW) - Here in the Northwoods, we are surrounded by nature, and to stay close to nature, sometimes land must be preserved. That's why one community is working to conserve hundreds of acres of forest within their area. Not far from each other in the Land O' Lakes area are two privately owned pieces of property that are currently in the process of being conserved. Joe Hovel, the Director of Partners for Forestry, stated that this wouldn’t be possible without the Forest Legacy Program, designed to help states conserve land for future generations. The program assists states in purchasing land and, in this case, provides additional support.
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