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Trump administration moves to reverse mining ban near Boundary Waters

Trump administration moves to reverse mining ban near Boundary Waters

The procedural action could pave the way for Twin Metals to resubmit plans for a proposed underground copper mine just a few miles south of the popular wilderness area.
by Dan Kraker

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Anglers on Mille Lacs can keep three walleye this winter

Anglers on Mille Lacs can keep three walleye this winter

The DNR says the lake’s walleye are showing signs of recovery from 10-12 years ago, when a population decline caused the state to tighten fishing limits.
by Kirsti Marohn

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‘Crime of the century’ exhibit at Little Falls museum explores impacts of Lindbergh kidnapping

‘Crime of the century’ exhibit at Little Falls museum explores impacts of Lindbergh kidnapping

Public fascination with the kidnapping case of aviator Charles Lindbergh’s son has continued for nearly a century, with many books, movies, documentaries and websites devoted to conspiracy theories.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Rival Vikings, Packers fans to meet in tug-of-war contest on Stillwater Lift Bridge

Rival Vikings, Packers fans to meet in tug-of-war contest on Stillwater Lift Bridge

Dubbed the “Border Battle,” the event will start at 9 a.m., about six hours before the two NFL teams face off at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The location will be literally on the border: the Stillwater Lift Bridge, which spans the St. Croix River between Minnesota and Wisconsin.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Deadly ATV crashes on pace to surpass last year's total

Deadly ATV crashes on pace to surpass last year's total

The DNR says a common factor in the majority of fatal ATV crashes has been a lack of safety training, which is required for younger riders but recommended for everyone.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Red Wing nursing home closure will displace 50 residents

A Red Wing nursing home currently under state control will close because of financial and structural deficiencies. The state will relocate 50 residents of Bay View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
by Dan Gunderson

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Grassroots government in action on township day

Grassroots government in action on township day

Minnesota townships hold annual meetings on Tuesday to set tax levies and discuss local issues. Organizers call it grass roots democracy on display.
by Dan Gunderson

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Stop the Bleed training aims to create citizen first responders

Stop the Bleed training aims to create citizen first responders

Bleeding is the leading cause of death in traumatic injuries. Minutes can mean the difference between life and death. Minnesota emergency responders are on a mission to save lives by training a wide range of people to respond to traumatic injuries.
by Dan Gunderson

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Solar fence stops snow and generates electricity

Solar fence stops snow and generates electricity

Minnesota uses miles of snow fences to catch blowing snow before it drifts onto roadways in a typical winter. At a one-of-a-kind test site near Moorhead, researchers are finding a year-round use for the snow fence.
by Dan Gunderson

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Court documents offer new details about Cloquet motel shooting

Court documents offer new details about Cloquet motel shooting

Search warrant documents have revealed new details about a shooting earlier this month at a motel in Cloquet that left three people dead. The documents do not offer insights into a possible motive for the shooting.
by Dan Gunderson

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