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Bemidji State University study seeks to discover the secrets of urban deer life

Bemidji State University study seeks to discover the secrets of urban deer life

Minnesota’s rural-urban divide doesn’t just affect people. Take deer for example, they are now a fixture in many Minnesota communities. While some people love them, others see them as pests, and dangerous when mixed with traffic. 
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Kenai, one of Minnesota Zoo's brown bears, dies at age 17

Kenai, one of Minnesota Zoo's brown bears, dies at age 17

Minnesota Zoo officials announced Tuesday that Kenai the brown bear has died at age 17. He was the largest of the zoo’s trio of brown bears, which also includes Haines and Sadie.
by MPR News Staff

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Wildfires are killing California's ancient giants. Can seedlings save the species?

Wildfires are killing California's ancient giants. Can seedlings save the species?

Extreme wildfires have destroyed about one-fifth of all giant sequoia trees. To safeguard their future, the National Park Service is planting seedlings that could better survive a hotter climate.
by Lauren Sommer and Ryan Kellman

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Lack of snow could spur growth of Minnesota lake invader

Lack of snow could spur growth of Minnesota lake invader

Curly-leaf pondweed is known to be present in more than 750 Minnesota water bodies. It grows in the early spring and can create dense mats on the surface that interfere with recreation. 
by Kirsti Marohn

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EPA approves year-round sales of higher ethanol blend in 8 Midwest states

EPA approves year-round sales of higher ethanol blend in 8 Midwest states

The biofuels industry and politicians of both parties have portrayed ethanol as a product that helps farmers, reduces prices at the pump and lessens greenhouse gas releases. But environmentalists have said increased ethanol production can increase carbon releases.
by The Associated Press

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