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Sports

The green jacket goes to Cedar Rapids, Iowa

The green jacket goes to Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Zach Johnson, who describes himself as "just a Midwestern guy from Iowa," won the 2007 Masters tournament at Augusta, Georgia. But he couldn't have gotten there without a small group of investors who helped get his professional golf career off the ground.

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"Amen Corner" hits the shelves

"Amen Corner" hits the shelves

It's Shefchik's debut murder mystery novel after a 26-year career as a reporter and columnist at the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Shefchik says the phrase "Amen Corner" refers to the most dramatic part of the course.

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Twins win opener

Twins win opener

Two-time Cy Young award-winning pitcher Johan Santana struck out six and last year's American League MVP, Justin Morneau, got three hits, including a home run. However, the excitement around their first day and first win was muted as they honored the memory of broadcaster Herb Carneal, who died Sunday.
by Brandt Williams

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Pawlenty questions limits on high school transfer rule

Pawlenty questions limits on high school transfer rule

The uproar over a new rule revoking full athletic eligibility from students after high school transfers went up another notch Tuesday when Gov. Tim Pawlenty weighed in against the change.
by Brian Bakst, Associated Press

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A mountain climber's story

A mountain climber's story

Mountain climber Ed Viesturs' motto is, "Getting to the top is optional. Getting down is mandatory." Viesturs has climbed 14 of the world's tallest peaks without oxygen. But he says the competition cost others their lives.

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John Beargrease sled dog race cancelled

A lack of snow in Duluth has forced organizers of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon to cancel the event for the first time in its history.

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State high school league board approves new transfer rule

A student who elects to enroll in a different school for any reason other than permanent change of residence would be ineligible for varsity competition for one year at the new school.

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