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Tag, bait, scoop: Researchers explore new ways to rid Minnesota lakes of pesky common carp

Tag, bait, scoop: Researchers explore new ways to rid Minnesota lakes of pesky common carp

The four-year project is aimed at developing tools and technology to remove large numbers of the invasive fish, and gauge whether it can restore habitat and help native species bounce back.
by Kirsti Marohn

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St. Paul food truck festival to bring Native American foods to Harriet Island Regional Park

St. Paul food truck festival to bring Native American foods to Harriet Island Regional Park

The Native American Food Truck Festival will have cultural foods, vendors and live entertainment. More than 70 vendors will be at Harriet Island Regional Park in St. Paul on Saturday.
by Chandra Colvin

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Guide to summer birdwatching: What to look and listen for

Guide to summer birdwatching: What to look and listen for

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Sharon Stiteler, also known as "the Birdchick," about summer birdwatching — what to look for, where to go, and why this season is more active than you might think.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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Iconic Palmer’s Bar in Minneapolis announces it will close in September

Iconic Palmer’s Bar in Minneapolis announces it will close in September

The 119-year-old Minneapolis gathering place and music venue Palmer’s Bar announced on social media late Wednesday that its final day of business will be Sept. 14. Palmer’s dates back to 1906.
by MPR News Staff

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Recipe scavenger hunt takes you to historic sites across the state

Recipe scavenger hunt takes you to historic sites across the state

The Minnesota Historical Society has a new cookbook. But there’s a catch — all of the recipe cards are missing! All Things Considered host Clay Masters spoke with Jacob Rorem from MNHS to get more information on the so-called recipe adventure.
by Clay Masters and Ngoc Bui

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General Mills among several companies removing food dyes. What's behind the shift?

General Mills among several companies removing food dyes. What's behind the shift?

General Mills, Nestle and Kraft Heinz are among the companies vowing to remove food dyes. A University of Minnesota food scientist says it’s consumer perception, not new science leading to the change.
by Nina Moini, Ellie Roth and Alanna Elder

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