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August 26, 2010 12:00 PM

Organizers say bike rental program for low-income adults a success

After three months of operation, volunteers with a bike rental program for low-income adults in St. Paul are calling it a success and say demand continues to grow.

by Madeleine Baran

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August 26, 2010 11:27 AM

Day one: What are they judging?

Judges look for good stuffing, no sloppy stitching and creativity. What are they judging?

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August 26, 2010 12:00 AM

State Fair touts amusement ride safety record

The Midway at the Minnesota State Fair will be whirling and rocking with riders today, not long after inspectors completed a round of final checks on the equipment. Hoping to assure the public that rides are safe, state fair officials are touting their safety record and vigilant monitoring of the 63 rides that make up the Midway and Kidway.

by Sasha Aslanian

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August 26, 2010 12:00 AM

Three gov candidates would look at gambling expansion

Minnesota's three major party gubernatorial candidates would consider expanding gambling to help the state recover from the economic downturn, a prospect that has brightened the hopes of those lobbying to put slot machines in the state's horse tracks.

by Tom Scheck

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August 25, 2010 12:00 PM

After decades in Minnesota, they hear Florida calling

The writer and his wife are moving to a place where they will be able to keep working but they won't have to wear socks.

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August 25, 2010 8:25 AM

Three beach advisories lifted in Duluth, one added

Officials have lifted advisories that had been in place at three Duluth beaches after new tests showed bacteria levels were back within normal range.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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August 25, 2010 12:00 AM

Architecture at the Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair is full of unique architecture. Morning Edition's Cathy Wurzer took a tour of the fair and the buildings that make up its history.

by Cathy Wurzer and Jeffrey Thompson

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August 25, 2010 12:00 AM

Ancient DNA sheds light on the past

Molecular biologist Beth Shapiro uses ancient DNA samples to travel through time, looking for clues to what caused the mass extinctions of species like mammoths more than 10,000 years ago. Her research could provide lead to strategies to preserve and protect species today.