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Minnesota taking steps to boost lagging sales of cross-country ski pass
A state fund to help maintain cross-country ski trails has been running low on money as ski pass sales have declined in recent years. Increasing the cost of the pass and informing skiers how the funds are used may be reversing the trend.
Harry and Meghan 'no longer working members of the Royal Family,' palace says
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will also stop receiving public funds for royal duties, Buckingham Palace said. Harry, Meghan and Archie will remain "much loved members of my family," the queen said.
In one community, Meals on Wheels serves up breakfast, lunch and conversation at its own diner
Meals on Wheels usually means home delivery or lunch at a senior center. But at a new project in Vancouver, Wash., it's a retro-hip neighborhood diner where seniors can get eggs, coffee and conversation.
From spreadsheets to sled dogs: A Texas accountant finds balance in northern Minn.
A Houston accountant, Gill walked away from her career and the warmth of the Texan sun to train sled dogs on the north shore of Lake Superior between Grand Marais and Grand Portage.
Art Shanty Projects shift into drive with a ‘tiny art car parade’
For the next month, visitors on Lake Harriet can enjoy installations and performances of more than 100 artists — on the ice. And every Sunday, it will feature the “world’s only tiny art car parade on ice.”
Connect to the cold: Why you should consider winter camping
With a little preparation, winter camping can give you a chance to connect to a quiet, serene outdoors and quick access to some of your favorite winter activities.
Queen Elizabeth II calls family meeting to determine Meghan and Harry's next steps
The queen will reportedly host Prince Harry, Prince Charles and Prince William at her country estate to discuss the couple's plans to "step back as 'senior' members of the Royal Family." British journalist Afua Hirsch says the hounding of Meghan by the British press is undoubtedly a factor in their decision.
Blind sled dog completes 100-mile race in northern Minnesota
Indy, a 7-year-old Alaskan husky, is officially back in action after losing his sight more than three years ago. He’ll join a team of sled dogs to take on the 300-mile John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon later this month.
Sled dog teams hit the trail this weekend for Gunflint Mail Run
More than two dozen sled dog teams will hit the trails of Cook County on Saturday for the annual Gunflint Mail Run. The race serves as a kickoff of sorts to the sled dog racing season in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest.