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DNR repeals ban of lead bullets on some state lands

DNR repeals ban of lead bullets on some state lands

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has temporarily repealed a requirement that hunters use non-toxic, lead-free ammunition in special hunts in state parks, because of an ongoing ammunition shortage.
by Dan Kraker

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More than 300 crashes reported on snowy Minnesota highways

More than 300 crashes reported on snowy Minnesota highways

The State Patrol reported more than 300 crashes on Minnesota highways in just five hours on Monday. While the snow was a headache for many, it also was a welcome sight for Minnesotans eager to get out skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling.
by Andrew Krueger

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Boil water advisory lifted for parts of Maplewood, eastern St. Paul

Boil water advisory lifted for parts of Maplewood, eastern St. Paul

St. Paul Regional Water Services has lifted a boil-water advisory that had been in place for parts of Maplewood and parts of St. Paul’s east side, saying the water is safe to drink.
by Tim Nelson

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Record flock of sandhill cranes at Sherburne refuge

Record flock of sandhill cranes at Sherburne refuge

The graceful, vocal birds stop by the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge before heading to warmer climes for the winter. This has proved a record year, although many have moved on due to the weekend cold weather.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Minnesota National Guard breaks new ground in senior enlisted position

Minnesota National Guard breaks new ground in senior enlisted position

The Minnesota National Guard broke new ground for enlisted leadership this week, promoting an Air Force sergeant to the Guard's top enlisted position for the first time.
by Tim Nelson

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Little change in most COVID indicators, but deaths rise slightly to highest level since March

This week’s COVID-19 data is mostly positive insofar as it shows relatively little change from the last few weeks, especially when it comes to cases and hospitalizations, and still no signs of a fall surge.  
by Alyson Clary and Elisabeth Gawthrop

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