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Minnesota's solar garden program ranks second in the nation, but some say it could do more

Minnesota's solar garden program ranks second in the nation, but some say it could do more

Minnesota’s community solar garden program generated 62 percent of the state’s solar power in 2021. And it’s the second largest such program in the nation. But below the surface, consumer advocates say there’s a gap that needs to be addressed.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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A lost dog treks 150 miles across Alaskan sea ice before he's reunited with his family

A lost dog treks 150 miles across Alaskan sea ice before he's reunited with his family

Nanuq, a 1-year-old Australian shepherd, went missing last month while his family was visiting relatives. Except for a swollen leg, with bite marks from a seal or polar bear, Nanuq was in good health.
by The Associated Press

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Fargo-Moorhead well-prepared for spring flooding

Fargo-Moorhead well-prepared for spring flooding

The cities of Moorhead and Fargo are preparing for significant spring flooding. Officials are not sure how high the water will get — the late spring melt has delayed the flood and rain is in the forecast this week. But the communities say they are better prepared than at any time in the past.
by Dan Gunderson

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Searchers locate two of three shipwrecks from 1914 Lake Superior tragedy

Searchers locate two of three shipwrecks from 1914 Lake Superior tragedy

Three ships from a giant lumber company’s fleet foundered in a Lake Superior storm in 1914, with the loss of all 28 crew members. Now, more than a century after the tragedy, searchers have found two of the three vessels.
by Tim Nelson

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'They bring unconditional love': U of M veterinarian on how animals open our hearts  

'They bring unconditional love': U of M veterinarian on how animals open our hearts  

Sometimes a headbutt or excited tail wag could be exactly what we need. University of Minnesota veterinarian Dr. Jody Lulich talks about the power of animal companionship and his new memoir.
by Angela Davis, Maja Beckstrom and Nicole Johnson

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Humane Society confirms two dog flu cases, warns to watch for symptoms

Humane Society confirms two dog flu cases, warns to watch for symptoms

The Animal Humane Society confirmed two dog flu cases in its Golden Valley facility over the weekend, after announcing suspected cases on Thursday. It says it is likely that infected dogs were adopted and is urging dog owners to check their dogs for symptoms before taking them out to socialize.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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