The 2023 graduation rate decline marks a reversal for the Rochester School District, which saw an increase in the percentage of students graduating in four years in 2022.
The IRS disclosed that nearly a million individuals, with over 30,000 from Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa combined, have unclaimed refunds from the year 2020.
When asked, "If you could only have one food for the rest of your life," the most common answer in Minnesota is pizza. (Right behind lutefisk and White Castle sliders.)
300 scooters and 50 e-bikes will be available to rent in Rochester, MN again this year. There are some new rules that include potential fines for violations.
The two rounds of snowfall in the past week have some benefits. The dry conditions were really becoming noticeable on area lakes, streams, ponds and rivers. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON.
Anna Marie's Alliance has set a ground breaking ceremony for their expansion and renovation of their shelter facility. The Executive Director of Anna Marie's Charles Hempeck joined me on WJON. He says they are really excited about the upcoming remodel of the shelter.
The Minnesota Lynx and Timberwolves are 'no longer for sale' after the team announced the deal between current owner Glen Taylor and prospective owners Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore had expired.
There have been some suggestions for what other types of restaurants you all would like. One of the biggest mentions is another family style restaurant.
With all of that information, knowing that a CEO that specializes in 'turning brands around' is coming in, and a holding company that wants out, it's no wonder the label of 'Zombie Brand' is being tossed around with Red Lobster.
The Waite Park Police Department are reporting a vehicle was entered, gift cards were taken and items were thrown throughout the vehicle. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers says this happened on the 500 block of 10th Avenue South.
Sartell's River Crossing is expected to fill up with development in 2024 and the latest one to announce they are going in is Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Maintenance. That according to Sartell Mayor Ryan Fitzthum.