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May 7, 2014 2:23 PM

Ice melts in NE Minn. just in time for fishing opener

Most lakes are ice free south of a line from roughly Bemidji to Grand Rapids to Duluth, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

by Dan Kraker

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May 4, 2014 1:03 PM

Ice recedes as Minnesota fishing opener approaches

Despite a record cold winter, more of Minnesota's lakes are expected to be ice-free when Minnesota's walleye season opens on Saturday than were clear for last year's opener.

by Steve Karnowski, Associated Press

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May 4, 2014 8:35 AM

DNR issues high water warning for boaters

The state Department of Natural Resources says boaters should slow down on the St. Croix River and some metro-area lakes because of high water levels. And folks should be very wary about falling into the water.

by Martin Moylan

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May 2, 2014 7:08 PM

Your Minnesota Weekend: Sonny Knight, hockey and the 'Hulk'

MPR News meteorologist Paul Huttner says we can expect temps in the 50s, just a few clouds and SUNSHINE. Imagine that: SUNSHINE. And very likely no rain.

by Meg Martin

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May 2, 2014 9:00 AM

BBC: Does believing in luck empower us?

Most people believe in some aspects of luck. Is believing in luck something which can empower us or does it mean we give up whatever control we feel we have over our lives?

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April 30, 2014 10:51 AM

Appetites: How to prepare for Minn. Craft Beer Week

Look for events across the state, from tastings in Duluth to firkin tappings in Southern Minnesota and plenty of other beer-centric fun in between.

by MPR News Staff

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April 30, 2014 8:57 AM

When it comes to a big heart, a Minnesota little town shines

At last official count, there were only 699 residents of Hendricks, Minnesota, aka 'The Little Town By the Lake,' so the idea of a "flash mob" isn't a practical notion, especially given the weather these days. Our pal in the town, Steve Hemmingsen, gave it a shot anyway today, sending out an e-mail to town residents urging them to head for the drug store. He didn't say why, other than it would be fun. He said in a follow-up email to residents that about 5 percent of the "ambulatory population" of the community showed up.

by Bob Collins

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April 27, 2014 8:52 AM

Photos: Raging waters greet the Lester River kayak race

Charging down a roiling and muddy race course near Duluth on Saturday, John McConville won the Lester River whitewater kayaking competition for the second time in a row. And despite the rugged -- and dangerous to anyone but experienced kayakers -- conditions, there were only a few injuries.

by Derek Montgomery