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Art Hounds: Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what's exciting in local art. You can explore arts events here, or become an Art Hound today.

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From poverty to rocket scientist to CEO, a Girl Scout's inspiring story

From poverty to rocket scientist to CEO, a Girl Scout's inspiring story

When she was a Brownie, Sylvia Acevedo was inspired to earn her science badge. In her new memoir, the Girl Scouts CEO says this experience led directly to her career at NASA.
by Elissa Nadworny

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'Fashion Climbing' is a lesson in perseverance

'Fashion Climbing' is a lesson in perseverance

Written with more enthusiasm than literary panache, fashion and society photographer Bill Cunningham's memoir, discovered after his death, is a charming ode to being true to oneself.
by Heller McAlpin

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FBI: Extortion plot led to recovery of 'Oz' ruby slippers

FBI: Extortion plot led to recovery of 'Oz' ruby slippers

The slippers were stolen from the Judy Garland Museum in her birthplace of Grand Rapids, Minn., in August 2005. FBI officials on Tuesday said a summer sting operation led to their recovery.
by Tim Nelson

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Baptist convention celebrates gospel music

Baptist convention celebrates gospel music

Around 15,000 people are expected to gather in downtown Minneapolis this week for the National Baptist Convention USA. The event kicked off Monday night with "The Sound of Gospel Concert." Musicians, dancers and a choir, combining several local congregations, explored the origins and evolution of gospel music. Jeveeta Steele directed the program which was narrated by Twin Cities actor T. Mychael Rambo.
by Cathy Wurzer

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No place like home: Dorothy's ruby slippers recovered

No place like home: Dorothy's ruby slippers recovered

The famous slippers, from the 1939 movie "The Wizard of Oz," have been missing since August of 2005, when they were stolen in a smash-and-grab burglary at the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minn.
by Briana Bierschbach

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New president takes over at MN Orchestra

New president takes over at MN Orchestra

The transition from Kevin Smith to Michele Miller Burns got underway during the orchestra's South Africa tour.
by Euan Kerr

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Viola Davis brings a new 'Corduroy' book to bear

Viola Davis brings a new 'Corduroy' book to bear

Inspired by her daughter, the Emmy, Tony and Oscar-winning actress has written a picture book. "Corduroy Takes a Bow" continues the adventures of a curious teddy bear and his young friend Lisa.
by David Greene

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In 'Small Animals,' a mom grapples with parenting in an 'age of fear'

In 'Small Animals,' a mom grapples with parenting in an 'age of fear'

In 2011, Kim Brooks intentionally left her 4-year-old in a car as she ran into a Target. In her new book, she attempts to reckon with the consequences of her decision, and parenting in today's world.
by Mariya Karimjee

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Davis to join MPR News as host of daily 11 a.m. program

Davis to join MPR News as host of daily 11 a.m. program

A veteran Twin Cities journalist will join Minnesota Public Radio News this fall as host of its daily 11 a.m. program.
by MPR News Staff

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U2 cancels sold-out Berlin show after Bono loses voice

Just a few songs into a Berlin concert on Saturday, Irish rock band U2 canceled the remainder of its performance after lead singer Bono suffered "a complete loss of voice," band members said in a statement.

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