Popular Columbia Heights Bowling Alley Closing
A popular Columbia Heights bowling alley that got its start 47 years ago will have to close its doors at the end of the month.
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A popular Columbia Heights bowling alley that got its start 47 years ago will have to close its doors at the end of the month.
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It stays mild and humid overnight Wednesday ahead of more rain and storm chances, says meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
Storms are possible late in the afternoon on Wednesday, and temps hover in the mid-80s for the rest of the week.
It’s expected to stay mild and humid overnight, with rain and storms possible late Wednesday.
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