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Stories from September 11, 2021

A bit cooler Sunday; lots of 70s this coming week

A bit cooler Sunday; lots of 70s this coming week

Saturday was summery, Sunday will feel like September again. We have the forecast details, including who may see a thunderstorm overnight Saturday night and the best rain chances this coming week.
by Ron Trenda

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Vikings ironman and Hall of Famer Mick Tingelhoff dies at 81

Vikings ironman and Hall of Famer Mick Tingelhoff dies at 81

Hall of Fame center Mick Tingelhoff, the ultimate ironman who started 240 consecutive games at a bruising position for the Minnesota Vikings and played in four Super Bowls, has died. He was 81.
by The Associated Press

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This custodian stayed at his school all night to ensure emergency pumps worked during Ida's storms

This custodian stayed at his school all night to ensure emergency pumps worked during Ida's storms

"He said he slept there to make sure the building didn't flood since school starts next week and the kids need a building to come to," Principal Anibal Galiana said of custodian Peter Hemans.
by Bill Chappell

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Minnesotans remember bravery, service, sacrifice, unity on 20th anniversary of 9/11

Minnesotans remember bravery, service, sacrifice, unity on 20th anniversary of 9/11

Hundreds of people including Minnesota veterans, first responders, Gold Star families and political leaders gathered at the state Capitol on Saturday morning to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
by David H. Montgomery

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Her brother died on Flight 93. She still sees him surfacing in small ways

Her brother died on Flight 93. She still sees him surfacing in small ways

Richard Guadagno died when United Airlines Flight 93 crashed on 9/11. His memory is scattered through his sister Lori's house in items that continue a conversation between the siblings 20 years later.
by Scott Detrow and Tim Lambert

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A summery Saturday; temps retreat on Sunday

A summery Saturday; temps retreat on Sunday

The weather will cooperate with most outdoor plans this weekend. We have the details, including who could see some rain. We also take a look at the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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Two decades after 9/11, are we safer?

Two decades after 9/11, are we safer?

Just hours after the Sept. 11 attacks, President George W. Bush said, "The resolve of our great nation is being tested." So here we are 20 years later. Have we passed the test?
by Greg Myre

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A day of remembrance and reflection, 20 years after the 9/11 attacks

A day of remembrance and reflection, 20 years after the 9/11 attacks

On the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the nation paused to remember. Ceremonies took place at memorials in New York City; Shanksville, Pa.; and at the Pentagon — as well as in communities across Minnesota.
by Scott Neuman

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Summery Saturday in southern Minnesota, cooler to the north

It’ll feel summery in southern Minnesota this afternoon. We have details on that, plus who could see a Saturday afternoon shower.
by Ron Trenda

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Ask a Bookseller: Crime-solving, ghost-hunting pet capers 

Ask a Bookseller: Crime-solving, ghost-hunting pet capers 

This week’s recommendation for kid readers has a “Secret Life of Pets” vibe. Angela Whited of Red Balloon Bookshop in St. Paul recommends the novel “The Great Ghost Hoax” by Emily Ecton, with spot illustrations by David Mottram.
by Emily Bright

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