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July 11, 2013 1:00 AM

5 things to do in Hudson, Wisconsin

Hudson, Wisconsin isn’t your average Twin Cities suburb. Sure, it has many of the same chain stores and restaurants as most other suburbs in the region. But it also has a historic downtown filled with locally owned restaurants, shops and a surprisingly rich arts scene. From downtown St Paul it takes about 20 minutes to…

by Michael Olson

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July 10, 2013 2:45 PM

Appetites: The tomatoes of summer

If you planted tomatoes this year, chances are you got a late start, and ripe fruit might seem a long time away. But we are beginning to see sure signs of summer with ripe and interesting tomatoes at the farmers market.

by Tom Crann

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July 7, 2013 11:21 AM

Fixing up seniors' homes to help them age in place

Many older Americans wind up in a nursing home not because they're sick but because they can't get through their days safely at home. Now a major research project will bring handymen, occupational therapists and nurses into the homes of 800 low-income seniors in Baltimore to test if some inexpensive fix-ups and strategies for daily living can keep them independent longer, and save millions in taxpayer dollars spent on nursing home care.

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July 6, 2013 10:04 AM

Busy holiday weekend at state parks, camps

The Department of Natural Resources expects a busy time at state parks this holiday weekend. Campgrounds are close to full, but programs at the parks are available to non-campers as well as campers.

by Stephanie Hemphill

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July 6, 2013 9:50 AM

DNR offers mobile app for fishing licenses

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has a new mobile app for people who want to buy fishing licenses.

by Rupa Shenoy

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July 6, 2013 9:43 AM

MSP airport seeks navigation volunteers

A foundation at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is seeking men and women who can be "Minnesota Nice" while dealing with the occasional stress that comes along with the bustle of a busy airport.

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July 6, 2013 4:00 AM

At tech-free camps, people pay hundreds to unplug

The overwhelming and endless stream of electronic alerts and messages on our computers, phones and tablets is driving demand for a new kind of summer camp for adults. "Technology-free" camps that force their campers to surrender their gadgets, wallets and that nagging "fear of missing out" -- FOMO -- are booking up fast.

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July 4, 2013 3:00 PM

Ask a Vet: Justine Lee takes your pet questions

Veterinarian Justine Lee answers your questions about animals, and about being a crisis care vet.

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July 3, 2013 3:38 PM

Appetites: Pack local food for your next trip

"Eating out" this time of year means something different than heading to the corner restaurant. Packing for the big picnic, whether it be at home or up north, has evolved a bit with the proliferation of local foods.

by Tom Crann