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Water

Water shortages and problems around Minnesota — and the country — have many wondering what is the true cost of clean and reliable water. This reporting is supported in part by The Water Main, a project of American Public Media.

Looking for stories along the Mississippi, she's found love

Looking for stories along the Mississippi, she's found love

The Relay of Voices project aims to connect river towns with each other, but those aren’t the only connections it has made.
by Britta Greene

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How a 'perfect storm' cut off water to this Colorado town

How a 'perfect storm' cut off water to this Colorado town

"Water is the oil of the 21st century. People don't quite understand how difficult it is to run a water system so you have clean drinking water," the town administrator said.
by Luke Runyon

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Surf's up on Minnesota's hottest lake sport, but not everyone's on board

Surf's up on Minnesota's hottest lake sport, but not everyone's on board

Wakesurfing has been gaining popularity on Minnesota lakes — but it has plenty of detractors who say the boats used in the sport erode shorelines, affect water quality and disturb other lake users.
by Kirsti Marohn

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On the North Shore, many hands work to help a dying forest

On the North Shore, many hands work to help a dying forest

Insects, invasives and hotter temps are laying waste to Minnesota’s northeastern forests. People are working now to rebuild the North Woods, making them more resilient to climate change without losing the grandeur Minnesotans know and love.
by Cody Nelson

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A Water Main event: African American women explore their ties to water

A Water Main event: African American women explore their ties to water

African American women in Minneapolis discuss the cultural, historical and spiritual significance of water in their lives.

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Broadening the circle of competitive swimming

Broadening the circle of competitive swimming

Against a backdrop of drowning disparities, swimmers of color are embracing the sport while making it more inclusive.
by Riham Feshir and Iyana Esters

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Storms pound the region

Heat, humidity, hail, high winds and heavy rains — Minnesota had it all this week.
by Paul Huttner and Kelly Gordon

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