John Lauritsen

Minneapolis

Reporter at WCCO-TV (Minneapolis, MN)

Reporter, WCCO-TV/Finding Minnesota

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Gov. Tim Walz to wildfire-stricken northern Minnesota: 'The state is going to be there'

1 week ago | news8000.com | Stephen Swanson |John Lauritsen

Minnesota (WCCO) -- Minnesota Gov.
Minnesota man restores 170-year-old log cabin: "Definitely a labor of love."

1 week ago | news8000.com | John Lauritsen

SCANDIA, Minnesota (WCCO) -- A Scandia, Minnesota, man has saved a big part of the state's Swedish history. "History is very important to this area," said Jim Lindberg. Lindberg was born and raised in Scandia. A part of the state that's known for its green, lush countryside, especially on a rainy day. Since he was a kid, Lindberg has been passing by the old cabin on Parrish Road. The family of Swedish immigrant Nels Bengst built the home in 1856.
Scandia man restores 170-year-old cabin; "Definitely a labor of love."

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | John Lauritsen

"History is very important to this area," said Jim Lindberg. Jim was born and raised in Scandia. A part of the state that's known for its green, lush countryside—especially on a rainy day. Since he was a kid, Jim has been passing by the old cabin on Parrish Road. The family of Swedish immigrant Nels Bengst built the home in 1856. When Jim retired, he decided to buy it for himself. "The bottom of this building had totally rotted out," said Lindberg.
Former Plymouth police chief dies at the age of 58

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | John Lauritsen

The city of Plymouth is mourning the loss of a former police chief and public safety director. Earlier this week Mike Goldstein passed away after a medical incident. He was 58-years-old. "He was a one-of-a-kind person. One in a million, they say," said Jeff Potts. Potts is the executive director of the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association. But back when he was police chief in Bloomington, Mike Goldstein held the same title in Plymouth—and the two became close friends.
How Minnie and Paul became the logo for the Minnesota Twins

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | John Lauritsen

They might be the most recognizable faces in Twins history. And every time you go to a game, you see Minnie and Paul shaking hands in centerfield. The duo has been with the team since 1961, and their origin traces back to a rivalry. For Clyde Doepner, baseball is more than just a pastime. He's the Target Field curator. When a milestone is reached, Doepner becomes the closer, doing everything he can to secure an historic bat, ball or jersey. "This is his first All-Star game jersey.
Mother-daughter duo graduate U of M with MBAs at the same time

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | John Lauritsen

Monday morning, a mother and daughter did something pretty rare at the University of Minnesota. They got their degrees at the same time. "To be here today, it was something I never thought I would be capable of being a part of," said Samantha Soupir. Samantha Soupir always thought her parents would be there when she received her MBA degree at the U of M. But she never envisioned her mom Shelly would get the same degree, at the same time, at the same school.
U of M students' bug trap invention keeps Japanese beetles out of gardens

2 weeks ago | kimt.com | John Lauritsen

Minnesota (WCCO) -- Some University of Minnesota students have come up with a creative solution for a pesky problem. "Every year, these Japanese beetles would come and completely eat away at our plum trees," said Aditya Prabhu. "My mom would drag me and my brother outside and pick them by hand."Prabhu knew there had to be a better way to deal with the invasive insects. And he found his solution in an entrepreneur class at the U.
U of M students’ bug trap invention keeps Japanese beetles out of gardens ...Middle East

2 weeks ago | en.pressbee.net | John Lauritsen

By John Lauritsen Click here for updates on this story Minnesota (WCCO) — Some University of Minnesota students have come up with a creative solution for a pesky problem. “Every year, these Japanese beetles would come and completely eat away at our plum trees,” said Aditya Prabhu. “My mom would drag me and my brother outside and pick them by hand.” Prabhu knew there had to be a better way to deal with the invasive insects. And he found his solution in an entrepreneur class at the U.
U of M students' bug trap invention keeps Japanese beetles out of gardens

3 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | John Lauritsen

Some University of Minnesota students have come up with a creative solution for a pesky problem. "Every year these Japanese beetles would come and completely eat away at our plum trees," said Aditya Prabhu. "My mom would drag me and my brother outside and pick them by hand." Prabhu knew there had to be a better way to deal with the invasive insects. And he found his solution in an entrepreneur class at the University of Minnesota.
Minnesota Fishing Museum, filled with all-donated vintage items, reels in visitors

3 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | John Lauritsen

Fishing season is underway in Minnesota, and even if you don't get on the lake, you can still experience the sport in Little Falls. "First thing they say is, oh my gosh, it's bigger than I thought," said Brenda Perlowski, executive director of the Minnesota Fishing Museum and Hall of Fame. There are more than 20,000 artifacts in the Minnesota Fishing Museum. From old-time rods and reels to vintage lures and motors. What's unique is that everything you see here has been donated.