MINNESOTA

Oct 30 2024LIFESTYLE

Minnesota Left Out? Top Winter Destinations Revealed

Believe it or not, Minnesota didn't make the top 10 list of best winter destinations! Can you guess which city snagged the top spot? To create this list, WalletHub looked at 70 cities and considered factors like flight costs, safety, and weather. Let's dive into the top 5 picks and see why Minnesota

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Oct 25 2024CELEBRITIES

Minnesota's Famous Faces: Where They're From

Ever wondered where some of Minnesota's most famous celebrities come from? Turns out, the Land of 10, 000 Lakes has been a breeding ground for stars. Let's start with the legendary Judy Garland, who hails from Grand Rapids. Then there are the Coen brothers, Joel and Ethan, both from St. Louis Park.

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Oct 23 2024LIFESTYLE

Love in the Land of 10, 000 Lakes: Top Cities for Minnesota Romance

Ever wondered what Minnesota cities are best for finding love? A team from HomeSnacks. net used some clever calculations. They checked out population density, the number of single folks, and places to meet like coffee shops and bars. Guess what? Minnesotans are pretty committed once they're married

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Oct 22 2024WEATHER

No More Wind Chill Alerts in Minnesota

Hey there, Minnesotans! You might have noticed that it's been a bit warm for this time of year. Don't get used to it, though. Winter is coming, and with it, the usual weather alerts. But this year, something's different. The National Weather Service is shaking things up. You're probably familiar wi

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Oct 18 2024EDUCATION

Math and Reading Scores Change in Minnesota Schools

Have you ever wondered how well students in Minnesota are doing with their studies? The state's Department of Education has a cool report card that tells us all about it. This report card has info like how students answer surveys, what the schools spend tax money on, and how many students are meetin

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Oct 17 2024WEATHER

Fire Danger on the Rise in Southern Minnesota

The weather in southern Minnesota is looking a bit worrisome for today. A Red Flag Warning has been issued for the southwestern parts of the state, which means conditions are perfect for wildfires to quickly spread. The air is expected to be very dry, with humidity levels dropping as low as the 20s.

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Oct 17 2024SPORTS

Minnesota High School Football: Week Eight Showdowns!

Get ready for an exciting week of high school football in central Minnesota! The Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm is on the road to face the Moorhead Spuds for their final regular season game. This matchup comes after a tough loss to Andover last week, leaving the Storm with a 4-3 record. They're likely to be

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Oct 15 2024LIFESTYLE

Minnesota Restaurant Makes Waves with Kids and Alcohol Rule

A small eatery in Southern Minnesota named Bayside Saloon & Grill recently made headlines for a unique rule. They limit drink servings to customers with kids to just two drinks. The story began when a disgruntled customer complained about this policy. The restaurant then took to social media to stan

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Oct 14 2024WEATHER

A Light Dusting: Winter Starts Early in Northern Minnesota

Winter is creeping in, and it's starting with a whisper rather than a roar. The first snow of the season is headed northward, far from the cities of Duluth and Superior. The National Weather Service of Duluth announced this snowy debut early Saturday morning, October 12th. It's a gentle nudge into w

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

Friday Night Thrills: October 11 High School Sports Roundup

Let's dive into the action from October 11th! In football, Sartell crushed St. Cloud Tech 34-14 in their Annual Tackle Cancer Game. Austin Lahr rushed for two touchdowns, while Jameson Kremer added a 46-yard touchdown run. Jonah Ambrosier blocked a kick and ran it back for another score! Noah Theis

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