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13 Minnesota chefs, 2 restaurants among James Beard semifinalists

13 Minnesota chefs, 2 restaurants among James Beard semifinalists

Two restaurants and more than a dozen chefs from Minnesota eateries are in the running for the "Oscars of the food world."
by Nancy Yang

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When dating in the era of divisive politics, both sides stick to themselves

When dating in the era of divisive politics, both sides stick to themselves

Many singles are using their dating profiles to say they're not interested in dating people who don't share their political preference. Politically segregated dating websites are booming.

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German shepherd from Wisconsin wins best in show at Westminster

German shepherd from Wisconsin wins best in show at Westminster

Rumor was crowned America's top dog Tuesday night when, a year after a near miss on the very same green carpet, she came out of retirement to win best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club.
by The Associated Press

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Lonely on Valentine's Day? Celebrate love that reaches beyond romance

Lonely on Valentine's Day? Celebrate love that reaches beyond romance

Author Sarah Hepola is used to being alone and disappointed on Valentine's Days. But this year her outlook has changed. "My life is rich with love, even if it's not the kind I expected," she says.
by Sarah Hepola

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Winona houseboat culture's a breeze, if you can stay afloat

Winona houseboat culture's a breeze, if you can stay afloat

Life on the Mississippi is a joy, mostly, for the folks who live in the city's funky houseboat community. That doesn't mean it's easy keeping the muskrats out, or the winter ice at bay.
by Catharine Richert

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Galentine's Day: Celebrating women, waffles, and, OK, more waffles

Galentine's Day: Celebrating women, waffles, and, OK, more waffles

Monday's the day to celebrate the best unofficial holiday made just for women: Galentine's Day. And for that, we thank our lady of "Parks and Recreation," Leslie Knope
by Kristen Hartke

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Mild winter melts hope for Apostle Islands ice caves visit

Mild winter melts hope for Apostle Islands ice caves visit

Rangers at the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore on Friday threw cold water on hopes for Wisconsin's Lake Superior coast freezing enough to let hikers walk to and through the caves this season.
by MPR News Staff

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Appetites: Destination dining across the St. Croix

Appetites: Destination dining across the St. Croix

To many Minnesotans, Eau Claire, Wis., is a low-key college town about 90 minutes drive east of the Twin Cities. But a recent downtown revitalization has turned it into a hip food and beverage destination.
by MPR News Staff

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Watch: Baby hippo, born prematurely, takes her first steps

Watch: Baby hippo, born prematurely, takes her first steps

The Cincinnati Zoo asked the public to send "positive vibes" to Fiona, who was born six weeks early and has required around-the-clock intensive care.

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