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WNAX Honored at Regional Journalism Conference

WNAX Radio was honored with several “Eric Sevareid” awards at the Midwest Broadcast Journalism Conference over the weekend in Bloomington Minnesota.

Twin’s start season 0-6

Speedy pinch runner Terrance Gore streaked home on a wild pitch with two outs in the 10th inning, scoring with a headfirst slide to lift the Kansas City Royals over the winless Minnesota Twins 4-3 Sunday.

Nebraska Catholic Schools Oppose Gender Rule Change

The Nebraska Catholic Conference says the issue over the Nebraska School Activities Association’s transgender student participation policy will not end.

Minnesota Cracking Down on Distracted Driving

A crackdown on distracted driving kicks off this week in Minnesota.

SD Senator John Thune Calls for Harder Line Against ISIS

South Dakota Senator John Thune says the US has to take a more active role in defeating ISIS.

BNSF Planning More Rail Work in SD

BNSF Railway plans to invest $40 million dollars in its track and other facilities across the state this summer.

Senate Debates Bill Aimed at Helping Rural Airports

A bill reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration was debated in the Senate last week. The bill would keep airports open, and planes in the air.

Vikings stadium opener set

The first game for the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium will be played on Sunday afternoon, Aug. 28, against the San Diego Chargers

Minnesota House Ready to Vote on Bill Banning Cell Phone Cases That Look Like Guns

A bill banning cell phone cases that look like guns is ready for a vote in the Minnesota House after clearing its final committee yesterday (Wed).

Crackdown on Distracted Driving Begins in Minnesota Next Week

A crackdown on distracted driving kicks in next week (APR 11-17) and Bruce Gordon with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety says it’s time we all take responsibility

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