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June 29, 2021 2:32 PM

How Spam became one of the most iconic American brands of all time

Over 80 years ago, Hormel Foods introduced a simple, canned meat product called Spam. It would go on to become one of the greatest marketing success stories of all time.

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June 29, 2021 11:15 AM

Too much work or not enough: Minnesota Latinos describe one pandemic but two very different economies

For the past year, COVID-19 rattled the job market across Minnesota. Latinos, more than any other racial or ethnic group, remained in the state workforce. But many found themselves on divergent paths. Pandemic shutdowns cost restaurant owners and staff their livelihoods. Meanwhile, construction workers and contractors booked more jobs than they could handle.

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June 28, 2021 8:04 AM

Meet one Minnesotan who made a big pandemic career leap

Have you toyed with ditching your job over the past year? Used the upheaval of the pandemic to make needed changes in your life and career? If so, you’re not alone.

by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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June 27, 2021 6:41 AM

Good luck finding fireworks. Sales are booming but a shortage looms

After production disruptions and shipping delays, fireworks are expensive and in short supply. Some retailers have shut down, and others are warning customers their stock might be gone before July 4.

by Frank Morris

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June 26, 2021 7:32 PM

J&J agrees to pay $230M to settle New York opioid claim

Johnson & Johnson has agreed to pay $230 million to New York state to settle claims that the pharmaceutical giant helped fuel the opioid crisis, Attorney General Letitia James said on Saturday.

by The Associated Press

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June 26, 2021 4:44 PM

SpaceX's new rocket facility is making its Texas neighbors mad

When SpaceX opened its rocket factory and launch pad in South Texas, few locals thought it would morph into such a large operation. Now environmentalists are worried about the long-term effects.

by John Burnett

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June 25, 2021 12:50 PM

Let's go thrifting! Discover the history and fun of buying secondhand

Every generation thinks they discovered thrifting. It’s an inexpensive way to express yourself, and it supports your community. But the history of secondhand shopping is more complicated than you might think.

by Angela Davis and Susan Davis

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June 25, 2021 12:28 PM

Xcel Energy changes course, new plan does not include Becker gas plant

Bowing to calls to speed up its transition away from fossil fuels, Xcel Energy is proposing a new energy plan for the next 15 years that does not include building a controversial new natural gas plant in Becker.

by Kirsti Marohn

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June 25, 2021 4:00 AM

Minnesota crops showing drought stress at a crucial time

Conditions are dry all across Minnesota. Severe drought is spreading into the northwest and south. Crops are showing signs of stress, and without widespread rains over the next few weeks, crops will continue to deteriorate.

by Dan Gunderson