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Washington State Patrol says the Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon has collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water. Trooper Mark Francis says the four-lane bridge collapsed
The Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon has collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water.
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Veterans and supporters hold a groundbreaking ceremony in Winnebago, looking to create their own memorial to those who served their country. Set to be dedicated on August 4th, the Winnebago Area Veterans
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Some encouraging news today from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The U.S. teen birth rate fell 25 percent over five years to a record low of 31 births per 1,000 teens.
Some encouraging news today from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The U.S. teen birth rate fell 25 percent over five years to a record low of 31 births per 1,000 teens.
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:07 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:07:30 GMT
A local Mankato business is giving to a good cause with customers buying cool treats.
Frozen Yogurt Creations in Mankato says they will donate 20 percent of the money they make today to March of Dimes.
A local Mankato business is giving to a good cause with customers buying cool treats.
Frozen Yogurt Creations in Mankato says they will donate 20 percent of the money they make today to March of Dimes.
LIME TOWNSHIP, Minn. -
With a hint of Mr. Smith Goes To Washington in the air, citizens of Lime Township prepare for their trip to the Capitol tomorrow.
A dozen or so concerned citizens from Lime Township will state their case to a committee looking at creating new regulations specific for silica sand mining and refining, and possibly a moratorium to go along with it.
Jordan Sands opponent Lynn Austin says, "When they're talking about these very small particles that we can't see in the air, that's what's going to get us. That's what's going to end up killing us, and it's going to be a lot like asbestos. So in 5, 10, 15 years from now, my grandchildren could very well have silicosis. So is that what it's going to take? Wait until a whole bunch of people have problems and die from lung cancers, and then we'll do something with crystalline silica?"
While there are plenty of air quality regulations in place already, opponents say the dust created in the process needs to be looked at more.
Officials from Jordan Sands will also be making the trip to make their own arguments.
Jordan Sands CEO Scott Sustacek says, "Mining in Minnesota is one of the most regulated industries there is, so not only do we have to answer to the Lime Township officers, the city of Mankato, Blue Earth County, the MPCA (Minnesota Pollution Control Agency), the Minnesota DNR (Department of Natural Resources), MSHA (Minnesota Safety and Health Administration). Health and Safety have to paramount to what we do and ensuring that best practices are employed."
After the two sides testify, it'll be up to the lawmakers to see which direction they want to go.
