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I-35E closure tops Twin Cities weekend road woes

I-35E closure tops Twin Cities weekend road woes

No need to agonize this weekend about the speed limit on that stretch of I-35E south of downtown St. Paul. It will be closed. Here's your guide to the weekend's driving hassles.
by MPR News Staff

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Yosemite grows in largest expansion since 1949

Yosemite grows in largest expansion since 1949

The new addition to the park, a stretch of land along the western boundary of Yosemite, has historically been used for logging and cattle grazing.

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Minnesota's fall beauty: when, where to see this year's colors

Minnesota's fall beauty: when, where to see this year's colors

With summer officially in the rearview mirror, it's time to start planning those fall color road trips. We may be in for a good show this year.
by Nancy Yang

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The Choco Taco: Investigating the mystery behind a classic American treat

The Choco Taco: Investigating the mystery behind a classic American treat

Food writer Jason Cohen took a deep dive into the history of the Choco Taco and how it is inspiring high-end chefs and ice cream vendors across the country.

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Fulfilling a promise in stone: Pipestone National Monument

Fulfilling a promise in stone: Pipestone National Monument

The Pipestone National Monument, the oldest of Minnesota's National Park units, is a living intersection of history, native culture and a promise.
by William Lager

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Appetites: Dinner time, for the whole family?

Appetites: Dinner time, for the whole family?

Few topics can polarize a conversation more quickly the question of whether small children belong in restaurants -- and if they do, which ones?
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Heads-up: I-35E in St. Paul closed this weekend

Twin Cities drivers caught a break over the Labor Day weekend with few road construction hassles. But a big one's coming this weekend: I-35E closes Friday in both directions through St. Paul.
by MPR News Staff

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Video appears to show tourists destroying popular Oregon rock formation

Video appears to show tourists destroying popular Oregon rock formation

The sandstone pedestal in Cape Kiwanda was fenced off, but visitors often slipped past to take photos. A video shows people pushing on the rock. There's a shout of "Got 'em!" as the formation falls.

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One-room schoolhouse near Lewiston to be restored

One-room schoolhouse near Lewiston to be restored

Community members have rallied together and are going to begin restoring the brick schoolhouse that was built in 1894.

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QWERTY traveled from typewriter to iPhone, but alternative keyboards do exist

QWERTY traveled from typewriter to iPhone, but alternative keyboards do exist

The QWERTY keyboard layout has been around since the 19th century. Aren't there other arrangements better fit for the computer age? They vary from radical changes to slight alterations.

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