Thursday: A t-storm around in the a.m., with a high of 87 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Golden Valley's Medicaid surgery billings reach $73,041 in 2024, rising 91.2% (northhennepinnews.com) — Golden Valley Medicaid providers billed $73,041 for surgery-related care in 2024, a sharp 91.2% jump from 2023 and a 214.8% increase over five years. The spending is concentrated in ZIP codes 55422 and 55427, and outpaced overall city Medicaid growth, offering residents a window into how taxpayer-funded health dollars are being used locally.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
I am very partial to Nong's. Food is great, not over-salted, portions are very generous, and prices are decent. One dish lasts me THREE meals! They are just off 169 and… (Nextdoor Golden Valley-Northwest)
Just an alert! Pay attention to the pumps. On Wednesday I got gas at the Holiday off of 36th at the Cub. The sign read $4.14, the receipt says $4.19. It may… (Nextdoor Bassett Ck-Duluth/Douglas)
🗞 Nearby News
St. Louis Park
Car And Van Collide On Interstate 94 In St. Cloud (mix949.com)
Who among former North Hennepin County area high school stars will participate in events the week of Monday, Aug. 31? (northhennepinnews.com)
Minneapolis
Delta flight to Orlando returns to Minneapolis after pilot experiences 'medical issue' (kstp.com)
New Minnesota state law prevents window-smashing suspects from seeing charges (kstp.com)
Saturday Dumpling Co. Makes State Fair Debut (ccxmedia.org)
Maple Grove
Woman Assaulted At Maple Grove Park, Police Seek Suspect (patch.com)
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