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After Del Monte closure stuns Sleepy Eye, town's future uncertain

After Del Monte closure stuns Sleepy Eye, town's future uncertain

Del Monte stunned Sleepy Eye when its corporate headquarters announced that this fall would be the plant’s final season. Rumors the plant could find a new buyer are giving locals hope.
by Cody Nelson

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Minnesota company's pollution won't find a home in Hudson

Minnesota company's pollution won't find a home in Hudson

A Minnesota manufacturing plant with repeated pollution violations tried to shift some of its operations to a facility in Hudson, Wisconsin.
by Nina Moini

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Minneapolis Fed debuts at State Fair amid economic turmoil

Minneapolis Fed debuts at State Fair amid economic turmoil

The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis has a booth at the Minnesota State Fair for the first time this year. The bank is making its debut amid roiling financial markets, fears of recession and a slew of attacks on the Federal Reserve from President Trump.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Minnesota yields down with disastrous start

Minnesota yields down with disastrous start

Relentless rain and flooding across the state prevented planting for many Minnesota farmers.
by Forum News Service

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China's leaders are divided over trade war with U.S.

China's leaders are divided over trade war with U.S.

Various government factions want to take different tacks toward the trade war. Some argue for cutting a deal quickly to save the economy, while others call for a war of attrition with President Trump.
by Emily Feng and Amy Cheng

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Former Grand Old Day organizers subject of criminal probe

Former Grand Old Day organizers subject of criminal probe

The probe was prompted by financial problems that initially led to the cancellation this spring of Grand Old Day. A grassroots fundraising effort ultimately saved the street fair this year.
by Tim Nelson

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How to get ready for a recession

How to get ready for a recession

Economics experts say a recession is on the way. MPR News host Kerri Miller spoke with two experts about the slowing economy and how you can prepare for it.
by Kerri Miller and Jeffrey Bissoy

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Working in while eating out: The evolution of doing business while dining

Working in while eating out: The evolution of doing business while dining

Though it may seem like the gig economy has ushered in the mobile work style from restaurants and coffee shops, the fact is that working and eating have been intertwined since ancient civilization.
by Claire Leaden

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