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Stories from November 7, 2026

Owatonna voters reject $65 million bond referendum for new fire and police stations

Owatonna voters reject $65 million bond referendum for new fire and police stations

Voters in Owatonna rejected a capital bond referendum that would have raised $65 million to build new fire and police stations in the city. Voters who opposed the measure say they were incensed by the lack of transparency from government officials over how they developed the proposal.
by Hannah Yang

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Xcel natural gas customers will get refunds after paying higher temporary rates

Xcel natural gas customers will get refunds after paying higher temporary rates

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved a 4.8 percent increase to Xcel Energy’s natural gas rates after it initially requested 8.2 percent. Customers will receive a refund after paying higher temporary rates.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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Trump plan would allow ranchers to kill wolves, experts warn it may do more harm than good

Trump plan would allow ranchers to kill wolves, experts warn it may do more harm than good

As farmers face financial uncertainty, the Trump administration has moved to end protections on gray wolves that sometimes prey on livestock. But experts question if it’s the right move for the species.

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