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Warm weather brings ticks early to Minnesota

Warm weather brings ticks early to Minnesota

The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District reported the first deer tick spotting in the Twin Cities on Monday. Since then, the district has continued to receive reports across the counties, said Alex Carlson, the public affairs manager.
by Cari Spencer

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Activists voice concerns in ongoing Smith Foundry investigation

Activists voice concerns in ongoing Smith Foundry investigation

Officials will hold a meeting with community members Wednesday to give an update on the ongoing investigation of the foundry. Representatives from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the state and city health departments will speak to attendees.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Wind and solar energy producers frustrated by connection delays, congestion in power grid

Wind and solar energy producers frustrated by connection delays, congestion in power grid

Across Minnesota, solar and wind companies are building new facilities to generate green energy. However, many are frustrated by long delays in getting connected to the power grid, and then when they do, many find they cannot operate at full capacity because the grid cannot handle it. 
by Hannah Yang

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How are atmospheric rivers affected by climate change?

How are atmospheric rivers affected by climate change?

California is in the grips of an atmospheric river that's causing flooding all over the state. Climate change might be intensifying storms like it — but scientists are still working out the details.
by Alejandra Borunda

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On the cusp of a contentious election year, Ely finds new ways to talk about divisive issues

On the cusp of a contentious election year, Ely finds new ways to talk about divisive issues

The northern Minnesota town has long been the epicenter of the state’s conflict around mining and the environment. Now, though, there’s a renewed effort in Ely to restart a civil discussion around long-standing divisions.
by Catharine Richert

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Winter blues: No snow, thin ice and warm temps are messing with winter recreation

Winter blues: No snow, thin ice and warm temps are messing with winter recreation

The warmer than usual winter has dampened the spirits of people who ski, ice fish and snow mobile. MPR News Angela Davis talks about how a lack of snow and rising temperatures are affecting winter recreation, businesses and our mood.    
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Do your kids want a dog? Science may be on their side

Do your kids want a dog? Science may be on their side

Kids who have dogs get significantly more physical activity, compared to kids who don't. Researchers followed 600 children over three years, and found young girls got the biggest exercise boost.
by Maria Godoy

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