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Stories from February 25, 2024

Warm Sunday, warmer on Monday; snow returns Tuesday afternoon/evening

Warm Sunday, warmer on Monday; snow returns Tuesday afternoon/evening

Unusually warm weather will stay with us for a couple more days. Snow will spread across much of Minnesota and western Wisconsin Tuesday afternoon and evening.
by Ron Trenda

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What would happen without a Leap Day? More than you might think

What would happen without a Leap Day? More than you might think

Leap year. It’s a delight for the calendar and math nerds among us. So how did it all begin and why? Ancient civilizations had calendars that made periodic corrections to realign with lunar and solar cycles.
by The Associated Press

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A warm Sunday, then a warmer Monday

A warm Sunday, then a warmer Monday

Our strange winter continues, with spring-like temps today and Monday.
by Ron Trenda

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University of Minnesota regents set to choose U's next president

University of Minnesota regents set to choose U's next president

The University of Minnesota may have a president-designate by the end of the day Monday. The university’s Board of Regents will conduct final public interviews with the three finalists during a meeting starting at 9 a.m.
by Peter Cox

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Lack of snow could spur growth of Minnesota lake invader

Lack of snow could spur growth of Minnesota lake invader

Curly-leaf pondweed is known to be present in more than 750 Minnesota water bodies. It grows in the early spring and can create dense mats on the surface that interfere with recreation. 
by Kirsti Marohn

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A new home for the African diaspora in Ghana stirs tensions

A new home for the African diaspora in Ghana stirs tensions

Ghana tried to create a haven for anyone from across the African diaspora. But for some Ghanaians, the project has become a source of bitterness.
by Emmanuel Akinwotu

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Lod, Bran lead Minnesota United to 2-1 victory over Austin in opener

Robin Lod scored a first-half goal, Alejandro Bran debuted with a goal during second-half stoppage time and Minnesota United held off Austin FC 2-1. Lod scored in the 34th minute and Minnesota United took a 1-0 lead into halftime.
by Associated

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