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Nobody is moving our cheese: American surplus reaches record high

Nobody is moving our cheese: American surplus reaches record high

Americans consumed almost 37 pounds per capita in 2017, but that wasn't enough to reduce the country's 1.4 billion-pound cheese surplus. The stockpile of cheese started to build several years ago.
by Samantha Raphelson

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Judge: Minneapolis cannot manage park outside U.S. Bank Stadium

Activist John Hayden and former councilman Paul Ostrow sued in 2017 arguing that the city is not allowed to manage the site because, under the city charter, that's the park board's job.
by Matt Sepic

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Quiz: Test your knowledge of memorable local, national stories in 2018

Quiz: Test your knowledge of memorable local, national stories in 2018

How much do you remember about what happened this year? Take this quiz to test what you know about some big local and national stories that took place in 2018.
by Jiwon Choi

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Cute aggression: Adorableness overload can lead to violent urges

Cute aggression: Adorableness overload can lead to violent urges

Adorable babies and cute puppies can make us happy. But researchers say their cuteness can be so overwhelming that it unleashes some ugly thoughts.
by Jon Hamilton

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Martha Stewart's tips for hosting a terrific New Year's Eve

Martha Stewart's tips for hosting a terrific New Year's Eve

Ice balls melt slowly and impress everyone. Provide toothbrushes and bathrobes for overnight guests. And if your budget is tight, mac and cheese and a bottle of good wine can go a very long way.
by Leila Fadel

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Wisconsin wreaths carry invasive insects from eastern states

Wisconsin residents are being asked to burn or bag some Christmas decorations after an infestation of highly invasive tree-eating insects were found on wreaths, swags and other holiday items made with real evergreen boughs.

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