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In the past few weeks, The Wall Street Journal reports that hundreds of U.S. residents have been mailed mysterious packets of seeds, mostly with Chinese return addresses on them. Some of these packages were labeled to suggest that they contained jewelry or electronics, prompting the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Homeland Security, as well as several state agriculture departments, to investigate the …

The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends students be physically present for the coming school year, according to NPR. The AAP says there is “mounting evidence” that it’s uncommon for kids to transmit the coronavirus; they are also less likely to get the virus. Meanwhile, thy say that remote homeschooling could actually mean heightened severe learning loss and social isolation, …

Winsted, MN – The Winstock Country Music Festival is excited to announce that all 2020 artists scheduled will be returning in 2021 including the 2019 CMA Male Vocalist of the Year winner Luke Combs and GRAMMY award-winning Hootie & the Blowfish lead singer Darius Rucker. BIG TICKET DEAL: Winstock is offering fans and customers special pricing with no fees through …

Are you feeling sad about Winstock 2020 being cancelled? Here’s a little treat for you! A special Winstock Country Music Festival virtual happy hour concert is scheduled for Friday, June 12 at 4:30 p.m. which is the time the festival was set to kick off its 27th annual event. Winstock Happy Hour will feature West Stage artists Drew Baldridge, Lainey …

An 18-year-old was walking on McKay Ave between 3rd and 6th Ave in Alexandria when they were hit by a car. It happened around 10:00 PM on Friday night, the young adult who was driving the car called police. The 18-year-old was taken to the hospital, but has died from their injuries. Police are looking for a witness who saw …

With most Americans unable to sit down at a bar or hit the gym over the past two months, The New York Times reports that boozy multitaskers have been combining a leisurely pedestrian workout with happy hour by “walktailing” through their neighborhoods. One Texas woman, Pam LeBlanc, went so far as to put on a fancy dress and twirl through the streets …

MLB owners have agreed on a proposal that would restart regular season games in early July, ESPN reports. Commissioner Rob Manfred plans to present the new plan to players Tuesday, as it will need player approval before it could be enacted. However, sources tell the outlet that with money at the heart of the new plan, it is likely going …

The University of Minnesota is warning about the frost to come. They say, “The early warm-up this spring, and extra time at home, have gotten people out in their gardens earlier this year. This weekend’s weather, for many parts of Minnesota, is not great news for those who have already planted their tender annuals. With temperature predictions ranging from upper …

Eddie’s Pet Supply in Alexandria is Open For Business!  We are giving away several gift cards to the local pet store, text us a picture of your pet for a chance to win! 320-763-5458 Here are some of the lakes area pets from our KIK FM listeners!

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced on Wednesday that the ‘Stay At Home’ order has been extended until May 4th.