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In Embarrass, they're proud of their cold and their food

In Embarrass, they're proud of their cold and their food

A city known for its negative temperatures is home to some people with pretty positive attitudes.
by Dan Olson

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Appetites: 6 'authentic' restaurants in Minneapolis

Appetites: 6 'authentic' restaurants in Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine's Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl calls for the reexamination of what makes food "authentic."
by Tom Crann

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Brewpubs gain entry to State Fair's 'Land of 10,000 Beers'

Brewpubs gain entry to State Fair's 'Land of 10,000 Beers'

The Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild expects to add 10 brewpubs to the collection of breweries and taprooms in the exhibit.
by Jon Collins

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Riptides force doctor to stop marathon swim in Lake Michigan

Chris Lechner set out to swim across Lake Michigan, from Wisconsin to Michigan. After 3 days in the water, he had to stop just short of his goal.

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Party of 1: We are eating a lot of meals alone

Party of 1: We are eating a lot of meals alone

We've never been more connected as a society: tweeting, texting, vining. But when it comes to eating, more of us are going solo.
by Maria Godoy and Allison Aubrey

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Portions of Sakatah trail near Mankato to be revamped

The 39-mile Sakatah Singing Hills Trail stretching from Mankato to Faribault has been a magnet for bikers and walkers for decades, but a large portion of the trail near Mankato has become a biker's bane in recent years.
by The Associated Press

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St. Paul's Snelling Avenue bridge over I-94 reopens Friday

The Snelling Avenue bridge over Interstate 94 is reopening a week ahead of schedule and comfortably ahead of the Minnesota State Fair.
by Tim Nelson

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Wheaties beer is unveiled: It's a Hefeweizen (duh)

Wheaties beer is unveiled: It's a Hefeweizen (duh)

For years, the Wheaties slogan -- "breakfast of champions" -- has been invoked by beer lovers who pop open an adult beverage before noon. Now the company's putting its name on a beer.

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