Alexandria, MN — June 24, 2024 – Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County is thrilled to announce a ground blessing ceremony for Summer Meadows, the largest and most impactful affordable housing project in our 27-year history. Join us for this momentous occasion at 10 am on July 9, 2024, at the south end of the Summer Meadows site, near the intersections of Summer Lane NE and Seasons Drive NE.
(Bloomington, MN) – June 27th, 2024 — In the midst of the road detours and submerged trees, Minnesotans continue to build community amidst the flooding. Sandbagging in Owatonna, St.Clair, and Waterville has built people closer together, with volunteer turnouts being much higher than expected. Over 9,000 sandbags have been filled by 150 volunteers and placed around Waterville’s shoreline since last Wednesday. The heavy rainfall has brought out a remarkable display
Planning ahead will help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on public lands and waters (Minnesota) — July 1, 2024 — The Independence Day holiday weekend is just around the corner, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has tips and important information for visitors to make sure everyone can enjoy the best outdoor recreation opportunities our public lands and waters have to offer, while also staying safe and avoiding
Visitors can learn how goods and provisions were transported during the 18th century (Pine City, Mn) –June 24, 2024 – The fur trade played a crucial role in shaping the modern history of Minnesota. By the early 18th century, it was firmly established as one of the region’s most prominent industries, meaning goods from all over the world passed through the Snake River Fur Post. To transport items to and
(Minnesota) — June 24, 2024 — Minnesota state lands are great places to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. In addition to an abundance of recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, birdwatching, camping and more; state parks, recreation areas and forests offer a quiet location to celebrate Independence Day away from loud fireworks displays. Minnesota rules prohibit the use of fireworks in state parks, recreation areas and forests. “Not everyone enjoys
The premier tours are headlined by the brand-new Conquering the Cliff Tour (Two Harbors, MN) — June 21, 2024 – In addition to its famous, breathtaking views, Split Rock Lighthouse boasts more than a century of history! This year, the site is offering three premier tours that will give guests a chance to learn about the lighthouse from a variety of angles. All tours include access to the lighthouse and keeper’s
Legislation Introduced by Bipartisan Members of the U.S. House and Senate (Wabasha, MN) — June 20, 2024 — The National Eagle Center in Wabasha, MN and a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators and Members of the House of Representatives are leading the effort to make the bald eagle the country’s national bird. “While most people assume the bald eagle is our nation’s official bird, the fact is our country doesn’t have
2024 marks local practice’s landmark 50th anniversary (Alexandria MN) — June 2024 – Heartland Orthopedic Specialists, with locations inAlexandria, Willmar, Fergus Falls, Morris, Graceville and Wadena, has been providing specializedorthopedic care to area residents for 50 years. Celebrating its landmark anniversary, HeartlandOrthopedic Specialists was founded in 1974 and serves over 186 ZIP codes throughout centralMinnesota. Patients in need of specialized bone, joint and muscle care can call 800-762-1177 orvisit HeartlandOrthopedics.com
Juicy strawberries now ripe for the picking; raspberries, blueberries, Haskaps and more to follow (St Paul, MN) — June 13, 2024 — A berry delicious season is in store as over 190 Minnesota Grown producers kick off berry season. Strawberries are ready for harvest this week in southern and central Minnesota, with availability moving north. Strawberries will be followed by other types of berries as summer progresses. Blueberries and raspberries
(Hutchinson, MN) — May 6th, 2024 — The Gopher Campfire Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Hutchinson, MN, faces a critical challenge: protecting its beloved deer population from disease. Without adequate funding for a secondary fence, these majestic creatures are at risk of being euthanized. Aveyron Homes, Inc., a local non-profit organization, recognizes the sanctuary’s value. Clients frequently visit to observe the deer and other wildlife, and their connection to this natural
Our Backyard opens June 10! (St Paul, MN) — June 10th, 2024 — Created in collaboration with community design partners, Our Backyard at the Science Museum of Minnesota is the summer space to create, build, splash, wander, and reminisce — or simply take a break and enjoy the river view. This summer, build a bridge, experiment with a bamboo water run, explore cultural and experimental gardens, play lawn games,
Photo Credit: 2023 “Between the Water and Clouds” at the Peavey Plaza (Minneapolis, MN) — June 5, 2024 — Hosted by Asian Media Access and Phoenix Chinese Dance Academy, we will present an Outdoor Dance Drama – “Between the Water and Clouds, Take Two” at: Date: June 8th, 2024 from 8:00pm – 10:00pmRain Day Option: June 9th, 2024 from 2:00pm – 4:00pmLocation: The Peavey Plaza, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN
(Alexandria MN) — For over 27 years, Habitat has built a proven track record of building strength and stability through affordable homeownership. Now, we’re taking a big step forward with the Summer Meadows development, the first new affordable housing project in Alexandria since 2002, offering families a chance to anchor themselves in this vibrant community. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood in Alexandria, the development will allow 42 homes to be
(Chaska, MN) — June 6th, 2024 — Experience the magic of summer nights at the Arb with hundreds of fireflies flashing through the sky! Bring your family and friends along to marvel at the wonder of these glowing winged beetles (also known as lightning bugs). Begin your firefly viewing experience by gathering to learn about these special creatures from local experts. You’ll be able to pick from a few options
(St Paul, MN) — June 04, 2024 — The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is announcing the schedule of activities during the commemoration event marking the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The three-day event for Vietnam-era Veterans and their families, allies of the United States and all Minnesotans who wish to thank our Veterans, is being held June 13-15 at Mall of America®. Over the three days, attendees
College Hosting Grand Opening Celebration for Public on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 (Minneapolis, MN) — May 24, 2024 — According to Minnesota Compass, 44.2% of Minnesota’s American Indian population resides in the Twin Cities. Yet until now, there was no tribal college in the Twin Cities that provided culturally based higher education to Native students. Red Lake Nation College (RLNC) is celebrating its grand opening of its Minneapolis site Thursday, June 6th, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.,
First egg has hatched (St Paul, MN) — May 21, 2024 –The first of four peregrine falcon eggs in the DNR FalconCam nest box has hatched and a chick is now visible. The popular webcam, live streaming from a nest box on a high rise in downtown St. Paul, will once again capture a peregrine falcon pair raising their chicks. The first chick hatched early in the morning on
(Middlebury, IND) — May 15, 2024 — To celebrate the launch of their new Lineage Class C motorhome, Grand Design RV, a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnebago Industries and one of the fastest-growing RV brands known for its top-of-the-line recreational vehicles, is bringing camping to the heart of New York City this summer by offering one lucky winner the Ultimate Glamping Getaway Weekend, plus a summer filled with outdoor adventures.
Top cities offer what matters most to current and former service members, including housing affordability, low crime rates and a strong Veteran community (Columbia MO) — May 17, 2024 — Veterans United Home Loans, the nation’s largest VA lender, today released its 2024 Best Cities for Veterans to Live list. While each region of the country is represented, the East Coast and Midwest rank high among the best places for Veterans and
(Maple Grove, MN) –., May 14, 2024 — TopLine Financial Credit Union, a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative, held their third annual diaper and wipe drive during the month of April benefitting three local non-profits, Avenues for Youth, Karen Organization of Minnesota and YMCA of the North Youth and Family Services. TopLine members and employees generously donated diapers, wipes, and other baby care items to help bring comfort to families
By connecting nonprofit organizations directly with the service members who need their support, we hope to foster a stronger link between those at home and those who serve.” — Michelle Williamson (Forest Lake, MN) — May 13, 2024 — ShiptoMilitary.com, a platform dedicated to sharing useful resources and information about shipping care packages to APO, FPO, and DPO addresses, is proud to announce a new initiative aimed at
(Bemidji, MN) — May 9th, 2024 — Over the last week, a group of compassionate students from Voyageurs Expeditionary School (VES) in Bemidji rallied together to make a difference in their community. Their mission? To support the local humane society and ensure that every adopted animal finds a loving forever home. The students put together a variety of blankets, toys, and treats to donate to Great River Rescue, a local humane society.
The nonprofit Hazelden Betty Ford, the nation’s leading force of healing and hope for people impacted by substance use and mental health conditions, turns 75. Hazelden Betty Ford is more than a treatment center; we are a movement.” — Dr. Joseph Lee, President and CEO (Center City, MN) — May 1, 2024 — The nonprofit Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, the nation’s leading force of healing and hope for people
This exceptional certification program further enhances our efforts to provide a warm, welcoming, and comfortable experience for our guests with sensory sensitivities.”— Jill Renslow, Chief Business Development & Marketing Officer
Facility will serve as the brand’s official North American home and site of product launches, customer and dealer meetings, and visitors center. (DULUTH, Ga) May 3, 2024 — AGCO Corporation , a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, announced the grand opening of The Fendt Lodge™ in Jackson, Minnesota, May 1, 2024. The 16,000-square-foot world-class customer experience center is adjacent to AGCO’s Jackson manufacturing facility
Evie Carshare Vehicle with Saint Paul Council Member Yang Minnesota-Based Nonprofit Announces Phenomenal Growth Across Transportation Network This growth is truly a win-win. Users get better transportation options and lower transportation costs, and the community gets cleaner air and fewer vehicles on the road.” — Paul Schroeder, HOURCAR’s President and CEO (St Paul, MN) — April 23, 2024 — HOURCAR, America’s largest nonprofit carshare operator, today announces the release
(St Paul, MN) — April 24, 2024 — The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is honored to announce it is hosting the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The three-day event for Vietnam-era Veterans and their families, allies of the United States and all Minnesotans who wish to thank our Veterans, is being held June 13-15 at Mall of America®. Over the three days, attendees can
Center for Reproductive Medicine is proud to announce that various Minneapolis landmarks are lighting up orange in honor of National Infertility Awareness Week. Notable Minneapolis landmarks will light up orange April 21-April 27 in honor of National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW). We are thrilled Minneapolis is joining the #WearOrange Campaign to support NIAW. By lighting these landmarks orange, we raise awareness, show support, change the conversation, and empower
Freshman year decoded: Pro tips to navigate, integrate, and graduate with distinction A knowledgeable, enthusiastic guide packed with strategies and encouragement.” — Kirkus Reviews (Minneapolis, MN) — March 27, 2024 — The journey from high school to college is a pivotal one, filled with anticipation, excitement, and, undoubtedly, a measure of uncertainty. With the Class of 2024 standing on the threshold of this significant transition, ThriveU Press is
> Three finalists are up for vote to pick Flavor of the Fair at the Minnesota State Fair’s Dairy Goodness Bar. Winner Will Be Featured at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair at the Dairy Goodness Bar Our dairy farmers are excited for another year of Minnesotans choosing their favorite ice cream flavor in this great tradition. We wanted to offer a wide variety of flavor combinations to our voters.”— Brittney
(St Paul, MN) — March 20, 2024 – The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) is pleased to announce the newest recipients of 26 Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Small Grants ($10,000 and less), totaling $214,476 in 14 counties. Small grants are awarded quarterly to help nonprofits, educational organizations, government units, and federally recognized tribes to preserve and share Minnesota history. This cycle of awards was approved by the MNHS Executive Council on
Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introduction; Urges Quick Passage (St Paul, MN) — March 28, 2024 — Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, applauds Representative Patty Acomb (D-Minnetonka) for introducing legislation that would eliminate financial barriers to clinically appropriate genetic testing, as well as the recommended screenings based on the results of that testing. In Minnesota, more than 5,480 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 630 are expected to
Channeling the spirit of Poe and reviving the art of poetic prose, McKenna’s novel captures the imagination and secures a place among the year’s best. An excellent specimen of literary genius.” — Reader Views (Alden, MN) — March 28, 2024 — In an age where the echoes of the past merge with the whispers of the present, award-winning author James McKenna unveils a tale that defies the boundaries of time
(Maple Grove, MN) — March 28, 2024 — TopLine Financial Credit Union, a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative, is proud to announce three members have received a $1,000 scholarship from the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation Scholarship Council (FSC). A total of $18,000 has been awarded to 18 credit union members in Minnesota for the 2024-2025 school year. Nearly 650 students from credit unions throughout the state of Minnesota applied for
(Minneapolis, MN) — March 19, 2024 — NMDPSM, formerly Be The Match, recently received a $5 million gift from the Moore family – the largest, single donation NMDP has ever received – to support the organization’s mission of advancing cell therapy research and treatments. The donation will help fund new research, donor recruitment efforts and patient grants. A portion of the $5 million will fund recruitment, to continue adding
Over the course of one month, the exhibition drew in a total of 3,000 visitors (St Paul, MN) — March 15, 2024 — Led by Asian Media Access and in collaboration with the Asian Community Center and Legacy Adult Daycare Center, we had been hosting the ‘Intergenerational Storytelling’ Arts Project since mid-2023. The final exhibition was scheduled to coincide with the 2024 Lunar New Year period, celebrating the
(Alexandria MN) — The Alexandria City Council took significant steps during in late December by approving three motions supporting the development of a new section of the Alexandria Nature Trail. The council’s decisions reflect a commitment to furthering the city’s recreational infrastructure. The first motion involved designating Alexandria as the sponsoring agency for Section 3 of the trail. This move solidifies the city’s role in overseeing the development and maintenance
Starry Skies North is pleased to announce a special private screening of the documentary ‘Northern Nights, Starry Skies,’ followed by a panel on Light Pollution (St Paul, MN) — March 11, 2024 – Starry Skies North is pleased to announce a special event featuring a private screening of the award-winning documentary ‘Northern Nights, Starry Skies,’ followed by a panel discussion on Light Pollution. The event will take place starting at
(St Paul, MN) — March 07, 2024 — This year marks the Centennial Anniversary of the St. Paul Osman Shrine Circus, a cornerstone of family entertainment in the Twin Cities now for 100 years. To mark this celebration, the Osman Circus highlights its unwavering commitment to the ethical treatment of animals and the joyous art of clowning. The Osman Shrine Circus, in collaboration with Carden Circus Productions, continues to set
(Minneapolis, MN) — March 6, 2024 — Partners in Food Solutions (PFS), a nonprofit consortium that provides technical assistance to food processors in Africa, announced today that they have been awarded a five-year, $7.6 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to support high-potential, entrepreneurial food companies in East and West African horticultural and rice value chains, and to develop rice fortification capacity in Nigeria. With this new
(Minnesota) — March 1st, 2024 — The State of Minnesota Legislature and Minnesota State, Minnesota State announces its Z-degree Project participants for FY25-FY26. Z-degree courses for these participating campuses will be available by spring of 2026. Z-degrees are a complete associate’s or bachelor’s degree program that exclusively use course resources that are no cost to students such as open educational resources (OER), open textbooks, and library-curated materials. With these additions, 10 Minnesota State campuses offer Z-degrees and 15 are in-process of offering Z-degrees.
Anglers will find these and other changes in the 2024 fishing regulations booklet (Minnesota) — February 29, 2024 — Anglers will have new opportunities to claim the glory of catching a Minnesota state record fish. Starting March 1, anglers can earn catch-and-release records for 18 species beyond the four current species that are recognized, a change the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is making in response to the increasing
(St Paul, MN) — February 29, 2024 – Join the Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) in honoring the remarkable achievements and contributions of women throughout history. Explore engaging exhibits, programs, and books that highlight women’s impact in Minnesota. Mill City String Quartet: Women Composers, Women Performers, Minnesota History Center* March 16, 2 pm–3 pm The Mill City String Quartet (MCSQ) is an all-female, award-winning chamber ensemble based in the Twin Cities since 2007.
(Minneapolis, MN) — Feb. 21, 2024 — The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) announced today a new exhibition of contemporary Korean Art. “The Shape of Time: Korean Art after 1989,” organized by the Philadelphia Museum of Art, covers five themes: Dissonance, Reinvention, Coexistence, Being Seen, and Portraying Anxiety. The exhibition will be on view in the museum’s Target Galleries from March 23 to June 23, 2024. Tickets are $20, with
(Thief River Falls, MN) — Feb. 27, 2024 — DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, has launched season 3 of its “Farm Different” video series, sponsored by Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) and Amphenol Industrial. Season 3 features three episodes that provide a look into the future of farming to determine what innovations will power the
(Maple Grove, MN) — Feb. 22, 2024 — TopLine Financial Credit Union, a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative, participated in Osseo Senior High School’s mock interview day, a training exercise that simulates a real-life job interview. Eight TopLine employees volunteered their time to interview Osseo High School students to help prepare them for post-secondary education options, future career exploration and to develop interviewing skills. Nearly 800 students participated in
Groundbreaking Trial Seeks to Enhance Blood Cancer Treatment Efficacy and Safety (Minneapolis, MN) — February 20, 2024 – NMDPSM (formerly known as the National Marrow Donor Program), home to the most diverse blood stem cell and marrow donor registry in the world, announced the enrollment of the first patient in the groundbreaking OPTIMIZE clinical trial today. The trial is sponsored by NMDP through the Center for International Blood and Marrow
Providing more equitable access to Black students not only places society in more diverse hands but will also transform classroom dynamics in service to building racial intelligence…here at United.” — Rev. Dr. Gary F. Green, II (St Paul, MN) — February 15, 2024 — United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities (United) is deeply grateful to be able to launch a new initiative designed to help address racial disparities
(Minneapolis, MN) — February 10th, 2024 —The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) presents “Year of the Dragon: Mystical Creatures of the Sky,” an exhibition celebrating the lunar Year of the Dragon. Tracing the dragon’s origins and evolution in Chinese art over thousands of years, the show features dragon imagery across a wide range of media, from ancient jades and bronzes to ceramics and scroll paintings. The free exhibition is on
The largest convention Minneapolis will host in 2029 (Evanston, Ill.) — (Feb. 5, 2024) — Rotary International announced Minneapolis-St. Paul as the winner of the provisional bid to hold its annual international convention at the Minneapolis Convention Center, May 26-30, 2029. More than 15,000 Rotary members and participants from around the world will gather in the Twin Cities to connect, learn from each other and various experts, and share
