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March 9, 2014 9:53 AM

EPA expected to comment on PolyMet study this week

Supporters and opponents of a controversial copper-nickel mining proposal are making one last push to get people to comment on the project's environmental study.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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March 9, 2014 9:42 AM

DNR looks at elk future

A meeting in Greenbush, Minn. on Thursday evening will look at possible changes in the state's elk management plan that expires at the end of next year.

by Mark Steil

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March 9, 2014 6:23 AM

PolyMet copper-nickel mining in Minnesota

PolyMet Mining wants to mine copper, nickel and precious metals for 20 years at a site located just north of Hoyt Lakes in the Superior National Forest. The NorthMet Deposit is part of what is known as the Duluth Complex, which stretches from about 150 miles north of Duluth all the way to the Canadian border.

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March 7, 2014 3:07 PM

Strong solar power demand outstripping Minnesota subsidy program

The Made in Minnesota incentive program helps homeowners and businesses install solar energy systems manufactured in the state. Demand is so high that applications that the state received in January and February will be selected by lottery.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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March 7, 2014 1:53 PM

Air pollution alert expanded in eastern Minn.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has expanded its air pollution advisory and has now put the eastern two-thirds of the state under an air pollution health alert.

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March 7, 2014 12:06 PM

Frozen lakes, deep winter take a toll on swans, other wildlife

Deep snow and record cold have taken an unusual toll on wildlife this winter. With lakes so deeply frozen this year, swans and other birds are having a hard time finding open water. "They have to stand on ice a lot more than they usually would have to. And that's really hard on their feet," said Agnes Hutchinson of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

by Tim Nelson

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March 7, 2014 11:08 AM

Fond du Lac Band to spear walleye in NE Minn.

The Fond du Lac Band of Chippewa says it plans to exercise its treaty rights for the first time to spear walleye on northeastern Minnesota lakes this spring.

by The Associated Press

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March 7, 2014 10:04 AM

Severity of Minnesota air quality alert increases

Two-thirds of of the state is now under an air pollution health alert. In this portion of the state, air quality conditions are considered unhealthy for sensitive groups.