19 states to raise minimum wage in 2026, except Utah
As of January 1, 2026, 19 states across the U.S. are scheduled to increase their minimum wage, reflecting a mix of legislative phase-ins and automatic cost-of-living adjustments. For the first time, this wave of increases will result in more states having a minimum wage at or above $15 per hour than those remaining at the federal floor of $7.25. Key updates include Hawaii, which will see a significant jump to $16, and Missouri and Nebraska, both of which will hit the $15 mark. Other states, such as California, New York, and Washington, will continue to edge higher through inflation-indexed adjustments, further widening the pay gap between states with progressive wage laws and those still adhering to the stagnant federal minimum.
Sweetest grass dispensary is sweet because they offer concentrates and nobody else does
Sweetest Grass is a tribal-owned cannabis dispensary located in Walker, Minnesota, at the junction of Highways 371 and 200. Operated by the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, it opened in June 2024 as one of the first recreational dispensaries in the state. The shop offers a wide selection of products, including flower, edibles, vapes, and concentrates, featuring both house-branded items and popular labels like Jesse Ventura Farms and Wyld. Designed to serve both the local community and the heavy influx of seasonal tourists visiting Leech Lake, the dispensary provides a professional atmosphere with options for in-store shopping, pickup, and curbside service.
W. St. Germain St. in St. Cloud has become my favorite
I love W. St Germain St. in St. Cloud. I love that you can look down at for many many blocks and I love the intersection there St. Cloud is a really cool town. The university is right in town on the river. There’s a lot of businesses and a lot of students and it’s just got a great vibe.
Thank you good drivers of St. Cloud for a great day LYFTING in St. Cloud, Sartell, Sauk Rapids and so forth.
I didn’t take that picture. Well I took the picture, but I didn’t actually take the picture. It felt too hectic even though the traffic was low in downtown St. Cloud, the tone was intense because the roads were very slippery and it was really windy.
Headed to St. Cloud, Minnesota tonight overnight
Located about 65 miles northwest of the Twin Cities, St. Cloud is the largest population center in central Minnesota and serves as the seat of Stearns County. Often called the "Granite City," it earned this nickname from its history of high-quality granite quarrying, with local stone used in national monuments like the FDR and Korean War Memorials in Washington, D.C. The city is bisected by the Mississippi River, which provides a scenic backdrop for the renowned Munsinger and Clemens Gardens. As a regional hub for healthcare, retail, and education, it is home to St. Cloud State University, one of the state's largest public universities, giving the city a vibrant, college-town energy balanced by its deep industrial and agricultural roots.
Monticello, Minnesota
Located in Wright County along the scenic Mississippi River, Monticello, Minnesota, is a growing suburban community of approximately 14,600 residents. Often recognized for its balance of small-town charm and modern amenities, the city is a major hub for outdoor enthusiasts, boasting over 30 public parks and an extensive trail system. One of its most famous natural spectacles occurs each winter at Swan Park, where hundreds of trumpeter swans gather in the river’s open water, kept unfrozen by the warm-water discharge from the nearby Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant. Strategically positioned along Interstate 94 between Minneapolis and St. Cloud, Monticello serves as a vital residential and economic link in Central Minnesota, offering highly-rated schools and a vibrant downtown area.
