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Stories from August 25, 2026

Finding creative solutions to problems in rural Minnesota for 40 years

Finding creative solutions to problems in rural Minnesota for 40 years

Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the heads of two Minnesota foundations that have supported economic development in rural Minnesota for forty years. They’ll talk about creative solutions to rural problems — from housing to child care.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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'The power of the dog': Bravo Zulu Sober House introduces canine therapy for veterans with PTSD

'The power of the dog': Bravo Zulu Sober House introduces canine therapy for veterans with PTSD

The dogs are rescued from shelters and are trained to serve those who served their country and suffer from wounds such as post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injuries and military sexual trauma — conditions that have often led to substance use disorders.
by Hannah Yang

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Tactile maps installed at MSP Airport ease travel for more than just blind passengers

Tactile maps installed at MSP Airport ease travel for more than just blind passengers

Over the last month, MSP Airport installed special maps outside every bathroom throughout the facility designed to improve accessibility for travelers who are blind. They hope to share their designs to airports around the country to ease travel for everyone.
by Matt Mikus

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