Late spring can be a time for weather fireworks and that was the case in the North Metro as heavy rain and high winds battered the area on Tuesday.
Continue reading...Hendrickson Foundation takes puck power to another level
The Hendrickson Foundation believes in puck power. The Twin Cities non-profit organization has a simple slogan – “hockey changes lives.”
The Hendrickson Foundation is run by ex-Minnesota Wild assistant coach and player Darby Hendrickson, his brother Danny and their sister Kristen. They were at the National Sports Center recently staging their annual hockey festival that impacts people in many ways.
Centennial grads turn back the clock
Graduations are taking place across the North Metro and the state of Minnesota. One group of high school students took a step back in time before they embark on their future plans.
Continue reading...Caleb VanArragon’s golf career is trending up
A local golf star continues to shine. Caleb VanArragon just wrapped up a successful college career and now has his sights set on some lofty goals.
Continue reading...Anoka County wants residents to take a “walk in the park”
The Anoka County parks system has some opportunities for people in the North Metro to get outside. There are five walk with naturalist programs coming up on selected Saturdays – two in June, one in July and two in August at various locations in the county.
Continue reading...Minnesota Highway 65 gets $4M from DC for intersection upgrade
Blaine recently got some good news when more funding was allocated for improvements on Minnesota State Highway 65. This project is expected to start in a couple years and will be a game-changer in the North Metro area.
Continue reading...Carnival brawl turns chaotic as police battle a rowdy group of teenagers at Northtown
A brawl on Saturday night turned chaotic as Blaine Police officers were attacked by a rowdy group of teenagers at a Northtown carnival.
Continue reading...Madinah Lakes proposal brings hundreds to city hall
The proposed Madinah Lakes project in Lino Lakes has sparked significant interest and discussion among residents. The idea would turn land that is now a sod field into a master planned mixed-use development with apartments, single family homes, senior housing, commercial development, and a mosque.
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