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Mpls Farmers Market starts Saturday, with new hours
The Minneapolis Farmer's Market is kicking off on Saturday, May 4, with new days and hours. Executive Direct of the farmer's market, Ashley Nanthe, was on FOX9's Good Day to showcase what to expect in this year's market. Here are the updated days and hours: Wednesday-Friday 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday and Sunday 6 a.m.-1 p.m. To learn more about the Minneapolis Farmer's Market, head to mplsfarmersmarket.com.
Minneapolis Set for Stormy Week with Showers and Thunderstorms, Cooler Temperatures Ahead
Minneapolis residents should brace for a bout of wild weather, as shifting winds and a tumultuous forecast suggest a stormy week ahead, with showers and thunderstorms predicted to roll through the area. According to the National Weather Service, the city will see increasing clouds today and a high of 70 degrees, accompanied by a gentle southwest wind of around 10 mph.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s affordable housing project nabs support from Minnetonka after early roadblocks
Several neighbors are resisting the project, posting lawns signs that read, "NO REZONING of Historic Mtka Mills." The post Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s affordable housing project nabs support from Minnetonka after early roadblocks appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Warmer, sunnier Friday in Twin Cities; more rain overnight Saturday
MINNEAPOLIS — Lots of sun is on tap Friday in the Twin Cities to wrap up the week.Highs will be much more seasonable and close to 70 degrees.Clouds start to return Friday evening before a few light showers move back in overnight Saturday with a weak cold front.We'll see some sunshine by the end of Saturday, but highs will take a slight step back to the low 60s.Sunday will feature sunshine, a light breeze and highs near 70, making it a #Top10WxDay.Another round of rain and storms looks to arrive early Tuesday, with the opportunity for some spotty showers the rest of the week.Temps next week will be in the 60s and 70s.
Developers of popular Asia Mall are launching a second Asian-themed complex in Blaine
This story comes to you from Sahan Journal through a partnership with MPR News. Business owners connected to the Asia Mall in Eden Prairie have announced the purchase of another large building where they hope to replicate their successful concept. Asia Village will be located at 301 Northtown Drive N.E....
Eden Prairie Honors Seniors in May with Games, Shredding Service, and 'Chat with the Chiefs'
Eden Prairie is stepping up to celebrate its elder community with a packed schedule for Senior Awareness Month, marking the event since 1993. This May, the city has laid out a series of events aimed at engaging and supporting seniors while bolstering intergenerational relations, as per a bulletin published by the city.
Pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian protesters clash on U of M campus
MINNEAPOLIS — Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli groups went head-to-head at the University of Minnesota on Friday during a planned Israeli prayer rally outside Coffman Memorial Union.Things were peaceful as student groups both held flags and chanted loudly; it wasn't until expletives were exchanged that things starting to get dicey. That's when police moved in to keep the peace.This heated debate comes just one day after a pro-Palestinian encampment agreed to pack up and clear out after reaching an initial agreement with university administration."The event was because we were upset at these encampments and the light they were shining on these encampments,"...
Hennepin Co. contract with D.C. lawyers for Londregan prosecution could cost up to $1M
MINNEAPOLIS — The Hennepin County Attorney's office has entered into a contract with a Washington D.C.-based law firm amid an internal shakeup to prosecute Ryan Londregan, who shot and killed Ricky Cobb II on an interstate last summer.The county's lead prosecutor on the case, Joshua Larson, stepped away from the role, sources confirmed to WCCO News last week. In the wake of his departure, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty's office said she was "assembling a new prosecution team" to handle what they called and "extraordinary resource intensive case." The contract, which was released on Friday, says attorneys from Steptoe LLP will...
Teen rescued from Twin Cities swamp with help of his SRO officer
NEW BRIGHTON, Minn. — A teenage boy was rescued from a Twin Cities swamp Thursday with the help of a drone and several first responders, including a trusted school resource officer.New Brighton police say first responders were called to Long Lake Park just before 4 p.m. on a report of a missing teen who lives with autism.A drone was used to locate him in "a difficult-to-access swampy area surrounded by water," police say.About a half-hour later, rescuers on foot and boat were able to find him. However, the teen told rescuers he was afraid of "bears in the woods" and was reluctant to leave.Several first responders were eventually able to calm him down enough to leave the swamp. One of those first responders was Officer Thai Xiong, an SRO at the teen's school with whom he has a "strong relationship," according to police.The teen received medical care at the scene for undisclosed injuries.
Minneapolis’ cigarette cost to be among the nation’s highest
The Minneapolis City Council passed an ordinance on April 25 that would allow the city to sell cigarettes at one of the highest price points in the country. The council unanimously approved the amendment with the ordinance authored by Councilmember LaTrisha Vetaw. It imposes a $15 minimum price—before tax—for a...
Twin Cities could see "quite a few" mosquitos this spring thanks to April rain
MINNEAPOLIS — The April rain could be bringing more than May flowers this year, as the Metropolitan Mosquito Council says we'll likely see "quite a few" of the pesky bugs as spring continues.Though it originally seemed as if the dry winter would lead to fewer mosquito eggs hatching, the 4 inches of rain in April quickly made up the difference. Typically, the Twin Cities picks up 2.91 inches of rain in April. Experts say that mosquitos won't be "quite as abundant," but the wooded parts of the metro area — especially parts with shallow ponds and swamplands — could see lots of mosquitos.With the additional rain coming next week, more eggs will likely hatch, explained the Metropolitan Mosquito Council. Studies have shown the following can attract mosquitoes:BeerSpecific blood typesPregnancySweatingThe best way to keep them away is to use bug spray with DEET in it.The Metropolitan Mosquito Council also added that biting gnat larvae will be emerging from rivers and streams soon.
2 women injured in early morning crash on Highway 169
Two 23-year-old Shakopee women were injured in a crash involving alcohol early this morning in Nicollet County. The state patrol says a car driven by Elizabeth Jimenez was southbound on Highway 169 between Le Sueur and St. Peter just before 1 a.m. when it entered the median. Jimenez and her...
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