Banned Books Reading Tonight

Celebrate the freedom to read at the Banned Books Reading. Hear about the state of book banning and challenges. Individuals are invited to bring in a banned or challenged book and read a short excerpt of around five minutes. Sponsored by Briggs Library and Sigma Tau Delta. Tuesday, Oct. 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the […]

It’s Fire Prevention Week in MN

Fire Prevention Week sparks statewide push for wildfire education in Minnesota. Karen Harrison with the D-N-R says fall is a big time for wildfires, making it the perfect time for prevention education. Historically, some of the most devastating wildfires in Minnesota’s past have begun in September and October, such as the Great Hinckley Fire, which […]

Community Connection – Harry Herbert: Director of Admissions

  Harry came by to talk about what first time college students can do to make their transitions easier.          

No Word on Special Session to Address Gun Violence

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — Governor Tim Walz wants to call a special session to have all lawmakers vote on an assault weapons ban in Minnesota. DFL Senator Jen McEwen of Duluth says that way the people of Minnesota will know where all elected officials stand on the issue. McEwen says, “even if we take […]

Community Connection – Dona & Tori w/ SBA

Community Connection – Live2Lead

  Nikki stopped by and spoke with Murphy in the Morning to talk about the great Live2Lead event coming up!            

How The Government Shutdown Impacts VA

As you may be aware, funding for some government agencies, including portions of the Department of Veterans Affairs, expired at midnight this morning. President Trump opposes a lapse in appropriations, and on September 19, the House of Representatives passed, with the Trump Administration’s support, a clean continuing resolution to fund the government through November 21. […]

MDH Confirms 10 New Measles Cases, Urges Vaccination

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) confirms 10 new measles cases this week, bringing the 2025 total to 18. All recent cases have been in unvaccinated individuals and are linked to travel. Measles is surging nationwide, with over 1,500 cases confirmed—the highest since 1992. MDH officials urge families to check […]

First Hearing for Senate Select Subcommittee on Federal Impacts on Minnesotans

(St. Paul, MN) — The Senate Select Subcommittee on Federal Impacts on Minnesotans and Economic Stability is hosting its first hearing today in St Paul. Members will hear from counties, experts, and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) recipients on how changes to that program will affect Minnesotans. The committee toured the Channel One Regional Food […]

Glenwood Lutheran Church Meatball Supper