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Lifestyle

Changing rural narratives: A Ground Level conversation in Grand Rapids

Changing rural narratives: A Ground Level conversation in Grand Rapids

The great outdoors, as we heard at a community conversation at the Blandin Foundation, is a key reason why people choose to live in Grand Rapids. The discussion revolved around why people choose Grand Rapids, what they worry about and celebrate in daily life, and what issues they believe leaders should focus on.
by Tom Weber

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The secret to growing an edible garden

The secret to growing an edible garden

Two horticulturalists shared how to keep vegetables and fruit trees healthy.
by Kerri Miller and Jo Erickson

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Made-in-Minnesota Father's Day gift ideas

Made-in-Minnesota Father's Day gift ideas

Here are just a few gift ideas for dad, all of which are made right here in Minnesota.
by Sara Porter

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Ron Meshbesher, noted Twin Cities attorney, dies at 85

Ron Meshbesher, noted Twin Cities attorney, dies at 85

Meshbesher gained fame in the '70s for his defense in the infamous Glensheen murders trial and remained one of Minnesota's most recognizable criminal defense attorneys. His family said he suffered from Alzheimer's disease.
by Nina Moini

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St. Paul's skyscraper raccoon spawns fan art -- and merchandise

St. Paul's skyscraper raccoon spawns fan art -- and merchandise

The creature that brought us the #mprraccoon hashtag is becoming a tote bag and a T-shirt. Actually, two. Here's how you can snag one.
by Nancy Yang

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Appetites: Somali-Americans blend cultures and flavor

Appetites: Somali-Americans blend cultures and flavor

This week on Appetites, we look at a new Somali-American Cookbook "Soo Fariista: Come Sit Down" published by the Minnesota Historical Society Press.
by Tom Crann and Kyle Shiely

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Saved! #mprraccoon rescued from St. Paul skyscraper

Saved! #mprraccoon rescued from St. Paul skyscraper

You can breathe a little easier this morning. The little raccoon that held the world rapt on Tuesday as it scaled a downtown St. Paul skyscraper has been safely trapped and released back into the wild.
by Tim Nelson

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MnDOT: Silver Bay Airport closed due to safety concerns

The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the city of Silver Bay closed its airport runway May 31. MnDOT inspectors had noted deteriorating pavement conditions.
by The Associated Press

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