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June 19, 2014 7:36 PM

Photos: Kayaker braves raging Minnehaha Falls

Professional kayaker Hunt Jennings (backed by his professional safety team) took on the teeming waters of Minnehaha Falls Thursday evening, the same day Minnehaha Creek's water level reached an all-time record high, rising more than a foot and a half.

by Jennifer Simonson

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June 18, 2014 11:27 AM

Appetites: Doughnuts are the new cupcakes

From Bogart's Doughnut Co. to Mojo Monkey, the doughnut craze continues in the Twin Cities.

by Tom Crann

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June 14, 2014 7:37 PM

Photos: Green Line opening draws Cities to the rails

Saturday's Green Line light rail grand opening celebrated the launch of the rail connection between St. Paul and Minneapolis with ribbon-cuttings, free rides, festivities -- and rain.

by Judy Griesedieck

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June 11, 2014 4:49 PM

10 places in Minnesota to watch the World Cup

The massive World Cup soccer tournament is on, and there are lots of places to watch games in Minnesota. The games begin Thursday, June 12 with a 3 p.m. match between Brazil and Croatia and runs through Sunday, July 13, with the 2 p.m. final. If you can’t get out, you can also watch the…

by Brendan Watson

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June 11, 2014 2:35 PM

Pro cyclists descend on Twin Cities, but it may be the last race

Hundreds of cyclists are gathering in the Twin Cities for the annual pro bike race in St. Paul and Minneapolis.

by Tim Nelson

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June 11, 2014 10:33 AM

Appetites: Eating well in the BWCA a worthwhile challenge

Paddling, portaging, hiking, and appreciating natural beauty is what it's all about, good food is also a critical part of the equation.

by MPR News Staff

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June 10, 2014 2:03 AM

The real ‘Date Night’

MPR's Tim Post reveals how a real man does a date night.

by Bob Collins

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June 9, 2014 9:58 AM

Photos: At Lanesboro's rhubarb festival, it's about more than pie

The annual Rhubarb Festival in Lanesboro marks the start of our weekly photo gallery of Minnesota festivals. Whether you want a rhubarb fashion show, rhubarb soups and beverages, or even rhubarb facials, Lanesboro was the place to be on Saturday.

by Nikki Tundel