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Why Minnesota lawmakers’ plan to enlist social workers to help Metro Transit woes could be a challenge
A legislative plan to launch a high-profile campaign to rid light rail trains of crime and other unsafe conditions requires a combination of state, local and non-profit police and social services agencies. But what if all of those agencies are not willing — or...
Gustavus Adolphus wins D-III Women’s Hockey National Title in triple OT
For the first time in program history, the Golden Gusties of Gustavus Adolphus College are women’s hockey national champions. Gustavus’ run to the title did not come easily, as the Gusties endured the longest weekend in NCAA Division III Women’s Frozen Four...
Yields rise as central bank efforts to calm markets take hold
Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN Business Author of the article: Published Mar 20, 2023 • 3 minute read Article content NEW YORK — Treasury yields rose on Monday as the takeover of Credit Suisse and central bank steps Financial Post Top Stories Sign up to receive...
Community Raises Alarm Over Fraudulent Arbitrum Airdrops
Recently, the Arbitrum community has posted warnings to investors about the possibility of scammers generating fake Arbitrum airdrops. This tactic is popularly known as phishing, where attackers devise a deceptive means to manipulate users into giving out their...
Now Open: St. Regis Kanai Riviera Maya
Marriott Bonvoy’s newest luxury property in North America has just opened, though details remain fairly limited… Basics of the St. Regis Kanai Riviera Maya The St. Regis Kanai Riviera Maya has opened as of March 2023. The resort is located inside the 680-acre...
New Yorker cartoonist’s graphic memoir is St. Croix Valley Big Read for 2023
New Yorker cartoonist Roz Chast’s award-winning graphic memoir “Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?” is this year’s NEA Big Read in the St. Croix Valley. (Courtesy of ArtReach St. Croix) The purpose of the program, run by Art Reach St. Croix in...
Jeep Compass Luggage Test: How much cargo space?
And now for something a little different. For the first time, I performed a luggage test during a first drive event. Not because I decided to pack WAY too much stuff for two nights of travel, but because said press event was happening 15 minutes away from my...
Lake residents want a tougher law to keep trash (and worse) off the ice
Many popular Minnesota lakes turn into towns on ice over the winter. Upper Red Lake is visited by tens of thousands of anglers and many spend a weekend or a few days on the ice. And some leave more than footprints and frozen-over ice-fishing holes when they...
Diplo Runs L.A. Marathon In Less Than 4 Hours, Beat Oprah's Best Time!
Diplo was among the thousands of runners participating in the L.A. Marathon on Sunday ... and his time was mad decent -- finishing the thing in under 4 hours!! The famous DJ completed the 26.2-mile race in 3 hours, 55 minutes and 16 seconds ... which was...
University of Richmond receives $25 million for learning center
The University of Richmond (UR) has announced a $25 million gift from alumni Carole and Marcus Weinstein in support of a center focused on student learning. The second-largest single gift in UR’s history will fund creation of the Carole and Marcus Weinstein...
Even With 250K+ Social Media Followers, I Still Rely on "Snail Mail" for My Business
The value of sending snail mail is something that was ingrained in me from a very young age. After birthdays or Christmas, my parents would expect me to send thank-you cards to friends and relatives who gave me presents. When I started working, I stuck with it:...
GTA consortium secures Metrolinx extension contract
The Scarborough extension will reduce travel times and improve access to jobs and schools.The MCS consortium, comprising UK firm Mace, US-based project management firm Comtech and French consulting engineer Systra, will act as delivery partner with Metrolinx’s...
Minnesota's COVID update for the week ending March 14
Note: Our weekly COVID updates are now being released on Fridays to better align with when the Metro Council unveils new wastewater information.The latest COVID-19 figures in Minnesota are in case levels and hospitalizations are the lowest they've been in the...
Belgian Crypto Ads Must Warn of Risks Under New Rules
The Financial Services and Markets Authority will have to be notified of major ad campaigns, as a survey reveals crypto investors are often trying to get rich quick. Source link
Ultimate Yorkie Puppy Shopping List: Checklist of 23 Must-Have Items
✅ The Complete Yorkie Puppy Shopping List If you’re considering adding a Yorkie puppy to your family, it’s important to make sure you have all the necessary supplies to keep them happy, healthy, and comfortable. From food and toys to grooming tools and training...
Is Ron DeSantis slipping?
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.), whose meteoric rise to fame in The Republican Party earned him the informal title of GOP heir-apparent, is seeing his momentum slow just as the presidential primary season begins in earnest. Every public poll tracking the Republican...
NYC public defender groups in dire financial need, calling for $425M funding increase: ‘We’re in the crosshairs of serious disaster’
New York City’s six major public defender groups are in such dire financial straits they fear they’ll collapse if they don’t see a $425 million funding increase in the next municipal budget, the Daily News has learned.The six groups — the Legal Aid Society, New...
South St. Paul Public Schools employee resigns after child porn arrest, district says
4 things to know from March 20, 2023 4 things to know from March 20, 2023 01:49 SOUTH ST. PAUL, Minn. -- A South St. Paul Public Schools employee has resigned after the district said he was arrested on child pornography charges.In a letter sent to parents March...
Meet the first Gen Z Republican elected to the Minnesota Legislature
Elliott Engen loves his job.Engen, who is 24, took office in January in the Minnesota House of Representatives representing House district 36A, which includes Lino Lakes, Circle Pines, North Oaks, Centerville and White Bear Township in the northeast part of the...
Tesla’s Next Gigafactory to Land in Mexico: Elon Musk
Posted on March 20, 2023 by Iqtidar Ali Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the company's newest Gigafactory location at the company's recent Investor Day event, set to build the company's next-generation vehicle. The North American factory will be built in the...
2023 NFL Quarterback Mock Draft: Anthony Richardson, Will Levis continue to crack the top 10
• Anthony Richardson goes to Atlanta at No. 8: While the Falcons do have 2022 draft pick Desmond Ridder in the fold, Richardson makes too much sense if he falls to Atlanta. • Panthers' choice at No. 1 still a mystery: Many have Alabama's Bryce Young as the top...
Juicy Grilled Pork Chops
This grilled pork chops recipe comes out so juicy and tender on the inside and has gorgeous, charred grill marks on the outside. In this post, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about grilled pork chops like what cut of meat to use, how to flavor it,...
Diving into the Seattle Seahawks’ options in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft
PFF’s Mock Draft Simulator was recently updated to include a turbo button, making drafting even faster. That makes for a lot of fun if, like me, you love exploring team-building scenarios. The Seattle Seahawks have two of the first 20 picks in the 2023 NFL...
A guide to popular non-surgical cosmetic procedures
Featured article Botox, collagen, peels and the rest - what are they, and how much do they cost Author: Charlotte Kuchinsky April 24 2008 In a world that is becoming increasingly obsessed with youth and beauty, for many people the question is when, not if, they...
How anti-trans legislation elsewhere is affecting LGBTQ youth mental health in Minnesota
Despite recent protections for gender-affirming care signed into Minnesota law, advocates say the wave of legislation sweeping the nation limiting the rights of transgender people is hitting LGBTQ youth hard. “Across the agency we have seen a rise, especially...
Facing the Future With Biometrics
Facing the Future With Biometrics | SDM Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By...
10 times you do not need to tip on a cruise
Like it or not, tipping culture is alive and well on cruise ships.When you book a cruise, you also agree to tip the crew. Most cruise lines add a daily gratuity or service charge to your fare, either prepaid in advance of your sailing or once you are on board....
Relay’s new AI functionality helps brokers explain cyber insurance
Relay Platform, a multi-carrier placement platform for commercial insurance, has announced the launch of new functionality that simplifies complex cyber insurance terms for insurance agents and brokers. The AI-powered feature will enable brokers and...
Why Minnesota lawmakers’ plan to enlist social workers to help Metro Transit woes could be a challenge
A legislative plan to launch a high-profile campaign to rid light rail trains of crime and other unsafe conditions requires a combination of state, local and non-profit police and social services agencies. But what if all of those agencies are not willing — or...
People & Practices: March 20, 2023
Heather J. Kliebenstein (left) and Tracey R. Skjeveland Merchant & Gould names Kliebenstein managing director Merchant & Gould P.C., a national technology and innovation law firm, has announced that Heather J. Kliebenstein, a Minneapolis shareholder who...
Eggcellent Easter 2023
Looking for things to do this Easter Holidays in Wakefield? Here's what's on at Wakefield Museums and Castles for Saturday 1 to Monday 10 April!Dragon Egg Week at Pontefract CastleThe Easter Dragon Egg Hunt at Pontefract Castle is back, and better than ever....
Merapi Volcano Erupts Again, Authorities Warn Residents for Volcanic Mudflow Threat
Merapi Volcano in Indonesia's Java Island erupted again, over a week after a powerful volcanic eruption sent plumes of ash high into the air, forced tourists to flee, and prompted the establishment of an exclusion zone. There were no immediate reports of...
Gophers lose Big 10 hockey championship to Michigan
Minnesota lost to the University of Michigan in the tournament championship last year with the same final score.Even with the loss, Minnesota remains the overall top-seed in the NCAA tournament. Photo credit to Gopher Athletics. If there is one Achilles’ heel...
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
By Nicole Melo on Feb 2, 2023 Valentine's Day is around the corner and we are here to remind you not to forget about your furry Valentine! Our pets provide us with companionship in so many ways; we can't let Valentine's Day pass without recognizing that. Here...
Paul Harris to make first court appearance in fatal drive-by shooting of pregnant woman
Man accused of killing pregnant St. Paul woman due in court Monday Man accused of killing pregnant St. Paul woman due in court Monday 00:43 ST. PAUL, Minn. -- A man accused of killing a pregnant woman in St. Paul is due for his first appearance in court...
A godly faithful bishop for Wales
Bishop Stuart Bell (third from the right) at his consecration. It is not often that a newly consecrated bishop describes the event of their consecration as "the making of history". Yet, for those gathered in the Aberystwyth Arts Centre this weekend, those words...
Boux Avenue poaches Ted Baker exec as new marketing chief
// Boux Avenue hires Ted Baker’s digital officer Jason Beckley as marketing boss // Beckley was the chief customer, marketing and digital officer since last January Boux Avenue has poached Ted Baker’s digital officer Jason Beckley as its new chief marketing...
Nicola Sturgeon 'has not heard from police' over probe into SNP finances
Scotland's outgoing first minister Nicola Sturgeon has told Sky News she has not heard whether police want to interview her or her husband as part of a long-running probe into SNP finances.Police Scotland and the Crown Office are investigating how £600,000...
Why Should You Visit Minneapolis?
Minneapolis is known for its vibrant arts scene, and the Walker Art Center is one of its most popular attractions.
Founded in 1879, the Walker is home to a permanent collection of over 13,000 contemporary artworks,
ranging from paintings and photography to books and sculptures. In addition to its world-renowned collection,
the Walker also hosts temporary exhibitions, educational programs, and public events throughout the year.
Visitors can explore the museum on their own or take a guided tour to learn more about the artwork on display.
The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is another must-see for art lovers visiting the city. Spanning nearly 11 acres,
the garden features over 50 sculptures by artists from around the world.
Visitors can stroll through the gardens at their leisure or participate in one of the many public programming events offered throughout the year.
Whether you’re an art aficionado or simply looking to spend a day exploring Minneapolis’s culture,
a visit to the Walker Art Center and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is sure to be a memorable experience.
Minneapolis is a major city in Minnesota that forms “Twin Cities” with the neighboring state capital of St. Paul.
Bisected by the Mississippi River, it’s known for its parks and lakes.
Minneapolis is also home to many cultural landmarks like the Walker Art Center, a contemporary art museum,
and the adjacent Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, famed for Claes Oldenburg’s “Spoonbridge and Cherry” sculpture.
Local time: Wednesday 2:52 PM
Mayor: Jacob Frey
Population: 424,536 (2020)
Area code: Area code 612