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An overview of Minnesota’s cannabis industry in 2024 and what to expect in 2025

An overview of Minnesota’s cannabis industry in 2024 and what to expect in 2025

Ahead of the new year and the start of another legislative session, MPR News reporters Dana Ferguson, Hannah Yang and Melissa Olson joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer with updates on the budding enterprise.
by Cathy Wurzer, Dana Ferguson, Hannah Yang, Melissa Olson and Gracie Stockton

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Minneapolis land trust homeowners shocked by big property tax increases

Minneapolis land trust homeowners shocked by big property tax increases

Many homeowners across Minnesota are facing an increase in their property taxes next year. But owners of land trust houses in Minneapolis are facing whopping tax increases of more than 40 percent after a change in state law. Low-income owners in the program say it puts them in a tough spot.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Packers fans defeat Minnesota Vikings fans at tug-of-war contest in Stillwater

Packers fans defeat Minnesota Vikings fans at tug-of-war contest in Stillwater

Business owners in Stillwater and Hudson, Wis., organized the friendly competition ahead of the NFL game between the Vikings and Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Wisconsin side won 3-2 over Minnesota.
by Feven Gerezgiher

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Rival Vikings, Packers fans to meet in tug-of-war contest on Stillwater Lift Bridge

Rival Vikings, Packers fans to meet in tug-of-war contest on Stillwater Lift Bridge

Dubbed the “Border Battle,” the event will start at 9 a.m., about six hours before the two NFL teams face off at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The location will be literally on the border: the Stillwater Lift Bridge, which spans the St. Croix River between Minnesota and Wisconsin.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Job market jitters real for some mid-career Minnesotans and recent grads

Job market jitters real for some mid-career Minnesotans and recent grads

Even with the state’s relatively low 3.5 percent unemployment rate, some younger Minnesotans coming out of college and those in mid-career are seeing a job market now that worries them. Recent announcements of mass layoffs add to the anxiety.
by Anika Besst

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Time running out to claim million-dollar Minnesota Lottery prize

Time running out to claim million-dollar Minnesota Lottery prize

A million-dollar Minnesota Lottery prize has gone unclaimed all year. If it’s not claimed by the close of business on Dec. 31, the money will go back to the state.
by Kyra Miles

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New shelter to open in Duluth for young adults experiencing homelessness

New shelter to open in Duluth for young adults experiencing homelessness

A new, $1.6 million shelter serving young adults ages 18-24 experiencing homelessness is scheduled to open in Duluth next month, offering young people transitional housing and supportive services.
by Dan Kraker

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