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Minnesota Airports Receive $8 Million in Grants from MnDOT

Minnesota Airports Receive $8 Million in Grants from MnDOT

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has announced $8 million in grants to support projects across 39 airports in the state. These funds are part of MnDOT's ongoing efforts to enhance aviation infrastructure and safety. The grants will finance 57 projects, focusing primarily on pavement improvements, turf rehabilitation, and obstruction removal on runways and taxiways. MnDOT Commissioner Nancy Daubenberger emphasized the role of airports as economic catalysts, providing essential transportation hubs and supporting aviation training and job development. The State Airports Fund, supported by aviation fuel and sales taxes, as well as aircraft property taxes, finances these projects.
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Cup and Cone in White Bear Lake Wins National Ice Cream Competition

Cup and Cone in White Bear Lake Wins National Ice Cream Competition

Cup and Cone in White Bear Lake Wins National Ice Cream Competition
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NextEra Energy's Applied Scientist I Role Focuses on AI and Analytics for Renewable Energy Solutions

NextEra Energy's Applied Scientist I Role Focuses on AI and Analytics for Renewable Energy Solutions

NextEra Energy's Applied Scientist I Role Focuses on AI and Analytics for Renewable Energy Solutions
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Michigan and Minnesota Report Cyberattacks on Water Systems, FBI Investigates

Michigan and Minnesota Report Cyberattacks on Water Systems, FBI Investigates

Michigan has reported cyberattacks on nine of its water systems, following similar breaches in Minnesota. The FBI is investigating these incidents, which come after warnings of potential Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure. No specific culprit has been identified, but the attacks have raised concerns about the vulnerability of local water systems. Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy has confirmed that all systems continue to operate safely, despite the breaches.
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Should Michigan put piece of fudge on state flag? What survey suggests

Should Michigan put piece of fudge on state flag? What survey suggests

A Custom Made Casino poll showed Mackinac Island fudge, a pothole and an orange construction barrel might be top picks for state flag.
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Chad Gable Taps Out Penta To Win WWE IC Title In Home State

Chad Gable Taps Out Penta To Win WWE IC Title In Home State

Chad Gable captured his first WWE Intercontinental Championship with a victory over Penta in his home state of Minnesota during night two of WWE SummerSlam.
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The One-Woman Show 'The Root Beer Lady' Concludes at The History Theatre

The One-Woman Show 'The Root Beer Lady' Concludes at The History Theatre

The One-Woman Show 'The Root Beer Lady' Concludes at The History Theatre
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Mahnomen Woman Dies After Car Submerges in Lake, Investigation Ongoing

Mahnomen Woman Dies After Car Submerges in Lake, Investigation Ongoing

Kaylee Smith, a 36-year-old woman from Mahnomen, Minnesota, died after her car went off a county road and submerged in a small lake. The incident occurred on July 29, and emergency services were alerted around 7:30 a.m. Deputies and officers retrieved the vehicle using a winch line from a fire truck. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by local authorities.
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MnDOT Seeks Public Input on Highway 10 Changes in Royalton to Address Traffic and Safety Concerns

MnDOT Seeks Public Input on Highway 10 Changes in Royalton to Address Traffic and Safety Concerns

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is engaging with Royalton-area residents and business owners to gather input on potential changes to Highway 10. An open house-style public meeting is scheduled for August 12th at Royalton Middle/High School, where MnDOT staff will present design options and collect feedback. This initiative is part of a broader study of a 30-mile stretch of Highway 10 between St. Cloud and Little Falls, focusing on current traffic issues and future needs. The agency aims to improve safety, reduce congestion, and manage access points effectively. Additional public meetings are planned for fall 2026, with a final study report expected by winter 2026-2027.
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Minnesota Commission Approves Funding for Scandia Cemetery Restoration to Address Erosion

Minnesota Commission Approves Funding for Scandia Cemetery Restoration to Address Erosion

The Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources has approved $1.44 million in funding for the Scandia Cemetery restoration project in Duluth, Minnesota. This project, with a total cost of $2.3 million, aims to protect the cemetery's eroding shoreline. The erosion has exposed 14 gravesites, posing significant environmental and cultural challenges. The funding is part of the commission's recommendations for 2027 allocations, with final approval pending from the Minnesota Legislature. St. Louis County has already invested approximately $300,000 in preparatory work, including feasibility studies and environmental permitting. The project plans include constructing a concrete retaining wall and stabilizing the Lake Superior shoreline.
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F1RST Wrestling's Friday Night Nitro Event Showcases Exciting Matches in Bloomington

F1RST Wrestling's Friday Night Nitro Event Showcases Exciting Matches in Bloomington

F1RST Wrestling's Friday Night Nitro Event Showcases Exciting Matches in Bloomington
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Federal and Wisconsin Officials Warn Water Utilities of Cyber Threats Following Minnesota Incidents

Federal and Wisconsin Officials Warn Water Utilities of Cyber Threats Following Minnesota Incidents

Federal and Wisconsin officials have issued warnings to water utilities to secure their critical infrastructure systems after cyber incidents in Minnesota disrupted water operations. These incidents have raised concerns about vulnerabilities in utility control systems, particularly those involving programmable logic controllers (PLCs), which are small industrial computers used to manage pumps, pressure, and water flow. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has sent a statewide alert to water and wastewater utilities about ongoing malicious activity targeting these PLCs. Despite these warnings, there are currently no confirmed compromises in Wisconsin. The FBI and Environmental Protection Agency have noted that malicious cyber actors have targeted internet-facing PLCs in at least seven states, leading to operational disruptions in some cases.