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Social media is fueling a tween skin care craze. Some dermatologists are wary

Social media is fueling a tween skin care craze. Some dermatologists are wary

Tweens are now major consumers of skin care products, fueled by social media. But dermatologists are seeing kids with rashes caused by products not meant for young skin. What should tweens be using?
by Maria Godoy

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15,000 free hot dogs, wiener dog races and small town charm? That’s Hot Dog Nite in Luverne

15,000 free hot dogs, wiener dog races and small town charm? That’s Hot Dog Nite in Luverne

The town of about 5,000 nestled along the Rock River in far southwestern Minnesota has been celebrating this quirky little festival for six decades and counting.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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New cookbook celebrates fresh and soulful recipes from north Minneapolis

New cookbook celebrates fresh and soulful recipes from north Minneapolis

Princess Titus, co-founder of Appetite for Change, shared a glimpse into the stories and people that inspired the cookbook “Appetite for Change: Soulful Recipes from a north Minneapolis Kitchen.”
by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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Animal Humane Society policy changes raise concerns of an increase in feral cat populations

Animal Humane Society policy changes raise concerns of an increase in feral cat populations

The nonprofit organization Animal Humane Society will no longer be providing free Trap-Neuter-Return spay and neuter services. The new change could create hardship for individuals and organizations that aid in maintaining the feral, or “community” cat populations.  
by Chandra Colvin

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No clear path forward as Minneapolis park workers remain on strike

No clear path forward as Minneapolis park workers remain on strike

A special meeting of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board on Monday produced no clear path forward amid an ongoing contract impasse with park workers. The strike is set to end Thursday — though union officials said workers could extend the walkout if necessary.
by Cari Spencer

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ID please. Should kids be able to buy nonalcoholic beer, wine and mocktails?

ID please. Should kids be able to buy nonalcoholic beer, wine and mocktails?

Most states currently don’t have age limits for buying zero-proof beverages that look and taste like beer, wine and liquor. But some researchers argue they could be a gateway into drinking for kids.
by Pien Huang

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Ready, set, eat: Here are the new foods that'll be at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair

Ready, set, eat: Here are the new foods that'll be at the 2024 Minnesota State Fair

Sweet corn cola floats, sweet heat bacon, Swedish ice cream sundaes and a host of other creative culinary concoctions: Start planning your taste tour, the list of new food offerings at this year’s Minnesota State Fair is out.
by MPR News Staff

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In gardens across Minnesota, the beetle battle begins

In gardens across Minnesota, the beetle battle begins

Sporting metallic green and copper colors, Japanese beetles are starting their annual feast of roses, grapevines, fruit trees and any number of other plants — much to the chagrin of gardeners and farmers across a wide swath of Minnesota.
by Andrew Krueger

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Why we love romance novels in 2024

Why we love romance novels in 2024

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with romance author and chef Abby Jimenez, plus the owner of Minneapolis bookstore Tropes and Trifles.
by Angela Davis and Gretchen Brown

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