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Lead poisoning mutes swans' brassy notes

Lead poisoning mutes swans' brassy notes

Trumpeter swans can develop lead poisoning from ingesting particles in the Minnesota's lakes and rivers.

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For 3 sisters, Women's Choir extends a family tradition

For 3 sisters, Women's Choir extends a family tradition

In the 1950s and '60s, the Lenarz sisters learned songs in the kitchen while doing dishes with their dad. Today, they share their love of singing in the Twin Cities Women's Choir.
by Dan Olson

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Duluth airport opens parking garage, skyway

Duluth airport opens parking garage, skyway

The new structures will open Friday and allow travelers to go to and from the airport without stepping outside.
by The Associated Press

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Pedal Hub: Equipped for winter riding?

Pedal Hub: Equipped for winter riding?

Yeah, it's cold and icy, but you and your bike can handle it, and the Pedal Hubbers are here to help.

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Lennon's only solo No. 1 song during his lifetime included Elton John

Elton John played the piano and provided background vocals for "Whatever Gets You Through the Night."

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Appetites: Five turkey tips every cook needs to know

Appetites: Five turkey tips every cook needs to know

The season of turkey is upon us and that means selecting the perfect turkey for the holiday feast.
by Tom Crann

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When streetcars ruled Duluth streets

When streetcars ruled Duluth streets

In a new book, author and train enthusiast Aaron Isaacs extensively details the history of the bygone trolley era.

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If Minnesota isn't in the Midwest, what's our identity?

If Minnesota isn't in the Midwest, what's our identity?

Some Minnesotans say it's time to stop labeling our region the Midwest. How should we identify ourselves?

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Behind the scenes in Minnesota's grandest homes

Behind the scenes in Minnesota's grandest homes

In his new book, "Minnesota's Own: Preserving Our Grand Homes," Larry Millett and photographer Matt Schmitt bring us into 22 houses from around Minnesota that have been restored and preserved.
by Cathy Wurzer and Jim Bickal

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