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Jane Fiemeyer, 'Princess Warrior,' dies before meeting band but after inspiring many
September 07, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Lisa Reddick.Jane Fiemeyer, nicknamed 'Princess Warrior' loved boas and sparkly things.Minnesota lost a spunky and beautiful soul yesterday.After battling leukemia this past year, eight-year-old Jane Fiemeyer of...
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Lil Bub's dude Mike Bridavsky on his celebrity cat's star quality
September 05, 2012 in Dressing Room
Bre McGeeLil Bub and Mike Bridavsky at the Internet Cat Video Film Festival.Related stories:Internet Cat Video Film Festival purrs into MinnesotaThe first-ever Internet Cat Video Film Festival was obviously a...
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40-year-old cheddar cheese to be sold in Wisconsin
August 31, 2012 in The Hot Dish
Photo courtesy of Ken McNultyThe famed 40-year-old cheddar Edward Zahn found in his cheese shop.Edward Zahn was cleaning out the walk-in cooler in his Oconto, Wisconsin-based County Line Cheese shop...
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Wisconsin Cow Chip Throw will go on, despite shortage of quality 'chips'
August 31, 2012 in The Blotter
SocialRobotThe grass wasn't this green this summer in Wisconsin, and the cows didn't produce quality "chips."Every year, nearly 40,000 visitors descend upon Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin for the Wisconsin State...
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Second case of pig-borne flu reported in Minnesota
August 29, 2012 in The Blotter
Vicky TGAWTo avoid the flu, wash your hands with soap and water after petting this little dude.See also:-- New flu strain acquired through contact with pigs-- State Fair pigs examined,...
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Moose at Minnesota Zoo get waterbeds as part of research study
August 28, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of the Minnesota Zoo.Oh, you know, just loungin' on my waterbed, listening to some Floyd.SEE ALSO: Feisty the seal and Berlin the polar bear get comfortable at Como...
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State Fair pigs examined, none sent home due to flu concerns
August 24, 2012 in The Blotter
Vicky TGAWAll the pigs at the Minnesota State Fair apparently looked healthy like this little guy.See also:New flu strain acquired through contact with pigsThe Minnesota State Fair examined the 250...
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Lake Delton's expensive dye job investigated by state of Wisconsin
August 23, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Kay Mackesey.Ahhh, natural beauty. Last month, Lake Delton shimmered with 500 gallons of "AquaBlue."See also:Wisconsin's Lake Delton gets a very expensive dye jobLast month, the Wisconsin village...
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Bar pregnancy-test dispensers coming to Twin Cities
August 22, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Tom Frederick.The "first ever" pregnancy-test dispenser was installed in Mankato's Pub 500 last month.See also:Mankato bar installs "first ever" pregnancy-test dispenser in ladies roomFor everyone here in...
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New flu strain acquired through contact with pigs
August 21, 2012 in The Blotter
Vicky TGAWHere in Minnesota, a new strain of the flu seems to be acquired by visiting fairs that feature pigs.There's a new flu strain in Minnesota that people acquire through...
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Wisconsin highway covered with 200 gallons of honey
August 17, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Wisconsin State Patrol.200 gallons of honey required a major cleanup effort in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.The Wisconsin State Patrol had to deal with a rather large and...
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West Nile Virus on the rise in Minnesota this year
August 17, 2012 in The Blotter
CKMosquitoes: buzzing, annoying and possibly becoming deadlier than in the past four years.See also:Minnesota reports its first West Nile virus case this yearWest Nile Virus is on the rise this...
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Valleyfair power failure leaves some visitors stuck on roller coaster
August 15, 2012 in The Blotter
Tiger Girl.Valleyfair experienced an "annoying" and scary power outage on Tuesday.Valleyfair is one of those things that makes summer in Minnesota just a little more magical. The cotton candy, the...
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Wisconsin native Austin Wierschke wins "Fastest Texter in America" title for second time
August 15, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Austin Wierschke.Wisconsin native Austin Wierschke holds the two-time title of "Fastest Texter in America."Rhinelander, Wisconsin native Austin Wierschke, 17, holds a very odd two-time title: "Fastest Texter...
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Alligator escapes from Wisconsin-based zoo, returns "home"
August 10, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Jo-Don Farms via Jodonfarms.com.Boots the alligator makes a guest appearance as part of a Jo-Don Farms educational program.Boots the alligator shimmied over or under several fences at...
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Minneapolis is a great city for bald single men, study says
August 08, 2012 in The Blotter
Minneapolis appreciates the beauty of a bald man, according to a study by dating site OurTime.com.Bald is beautiful. At least here in Minneapolis, apparently.A new study by OurTime.com, an online...
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Local web designer Nicholas Longtin's Cat Olympics photo series goes viral
August 08, 2012 in Dressing Room
Photo courtesy of Nicholas Longtin on Flickr.Nicholas Longtin's Cat Olympics photo series went viral this week.Minneapolitan Nicholas Longtin received hundreds of thousands of clicks in internet fame this week when...
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Hannah Stonehouse Hudson's photo of man and dog in Lake Superior goes viral
August 08, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Hannah Stonehouse Hudson.Hannah Stonehouse Hudson's photo of John Unger and his dog Schoep went viral this week.When Wisconsin photographer Hannah Stonehouse Hudson took a photo of her...
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Mall of America to celebrate 20th birthday with a 'Cake Boss' cake and free eats
August 03, 2012 in The Hot Dish
Photo courtesy of the Mall of America.The Mall of America will celebrate its 20th birthday with tons of good eats on August 11.On August 11, 1992, the Mall of America...
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"Jane Doe" prisoner finally booked [MUGSHOT]
August 02, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Anoka County Sheriff's Office.Tammy Anquinette Thomas finally allowed Anoka County police to take her mug shot.See also:-- "Jane Doe" prisoner: Anoka County officials release image [PHOTO]-- Anoka...
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Wisconsin thief cooks bacon in burglarized home, complaint says
August 02, 2012 in The Blotter
Nothing could stop Paul Muthamia from frying some up before fleeing the scene.When there's a craving for bacon, sometimes nothing will stand in your way.An alleged burglar busted out the...
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"Jane Doe" prisoner identified as Tammy Antoinette Thomas, police say
July 30, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Anoka County Sheriff's Office.Anoka County police say that the woman formerly known as Jane Doe is Tammy Antoinette Thomas.See also:-- "Jane Doe" prisoner: Anoka County officials release...
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Burrito assault: Adams man charged for allegedly using Mexican cuisine as weapon
July 30, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Mower County Sheriff's Department.Troy Hansen allegedly assaulted a woman with a burrito.See also:Edina drunk driver refuses to put down burrito, offers bribe, blows 2.84, flips bird during...
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Wisconsin's Lake Delton gets a very expensive dye job
July 27, 2012 in The Blotter
Photo courtesy of Kay Mackesey.Ahhh, natural beauty. Lake Delton sparkles with 500 gallons of "AquaBlue."Lake Delton, one of Wisconsin's best-known lakes, got a serious dye job a couple weeks ago...
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Matt Call hit-and-run at 24th and Lyndale: $1,000 reward offered
July 24, 2012 in The Blotter
Minneapolis police department.The suspect in the hit-and-run that injured Matt Call.See also:-- Police ask for help finding hit-and-run driver who broke Urban Bean barista's limbs [UPDATE]-- Benefit for Matt Call,...
