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Greater Minnesota

Service clubs struggle with rising costs, aging members

Service clubs struggle with rising costs, aging members

The American Legion in Worthington demonstrates how much times have changed for service organizations like the Legion and the VFW. In the 1970s, you couldn't find a seat in the lounge.
by Mark Steil

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Lily gives Ely bear center a boost

Lily gives Ely bear center a boost

Thanks to Lily the hibernating bear, her newborn cub and live video of Lily giving birth, the North American Bear Center in Ely has seen more interest so far this year than in the past. A lot more.

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ND soldier dies of natural causes in Kosovo

Terry Rishling, 38, of Fargo, died about 6 p.m. Wednesday. A Guard spokesman said Rishling had not been feeling well and had gone to a hospital at Camp Bondsteel, where he died.

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Ironworld audit finds no problems

The Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm could be on its way to reopening. An independent audit has found no evidence of fraud or financial mismanagement at the center, formerly known as Ironworld.

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U of M in Rochester planning for future growth

The University of Minnesota campus in Rochester is planning for future growth.
by Tim Post

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Take-A-Kid Ice Fishing Weekend starts Saturday

Parents who don't have fishing licenses can ice fish without one this weekend, if they take a kid fishing.

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From Red Wing to Vancouver

From Red Wing to Vancouver

For more than three decades, Riedell Shoes has made skate boots for national, world and Olympic athletes. This year, the Red Wing-based company made custom skates for five figure skaters competing in the Vancouver games.
by Jeffrey Thompson

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ND appeals court denies rehearing in Dru Sjodin killing

A federal appeals court has denied a rehearing for a Minnesota man sentenced to death for killing a University of North Dakota student.

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Police investigate 2 prep coaches in western Minn.

Police are investigating allegations by two female high school basketball players in west-central Minnesota against two male coaches, who have resigned.

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Rochester man poisoned by snow blower fumes

A Rochester man who had been in a garage filled with carbon monoxide was in critical condition early this morning when rescue workers rushed him to the hospital.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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