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St. Paul program targets childhood obesity

St. Paul program targets childhood obesity

A new program is taking advantage of what's left of summer to help kids avoid the obesity trap.
by Jessica Mador

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Boomer havens

Boomer havens

Retirement communities are more in demand than ever, but critics say they are artificial and too exclusive.

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Just ask Amy

Just ask Amy

Amy Dickinson, a nationally syndicated advice columnist, takes audience questions on problems of family, friends, and the heart.

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Gas prices collide with county fair tradition

Gas prices collide with county fair tradition

The demolition derby has been a quirky tradition at county fairs across the country for decades. Add to that the truck and tractor pull events, and you've got traditions running face to face into reality. With rising fuel costs, it's getting more and more expensive to be a derby competitor.
by Tom Robertson

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New movies raise existential questions in more ways than one

New movies raise existential questions in more ways than one

This weekend the Oak Street Cinema in Minneapolis will showcase new films by two local film makers. "Fade" and "There nor there" are both dramas which explore the philosophical side of the human experience. The films share some striking similarities - but only to a point.
by Euan Kerr

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Slideshow: The Wright gas station in Cloquet

Slideshow: The Wright gas station in Cloquet

The Lindholm service station in Cloquet, Minn. -- the only gas station designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Here's a look at it.
by Tom Weber

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Ye olde book sales declining

Ye olde book sales declining

The latest book sensation, a young adult series on teen vampires may help some booksellers, but the industry overall is seeing a decline in the book-buying population. Two observers of the book industry over the decades look at all the factors changing the book industry.

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Brett Favre's status still uncertain

Brett Favre's status still uncertain

The status of Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre remains uncertain.

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New Minnesota law prohibits texting while driving

New Minnesota law prohibits texting while driving

Starting today, it is illegal in Minnesota to text message, e-mail, or access the Web on a wireless device while driving. The new law is a primary offense, so law enforcement can stop vehicles if they see drivers breaking the law.

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Duluth man finishes second in Pacific sailing race

Eric Thomas placed second overall in the 2008 Singlehanded TransPacific Yacht Race. He sailed alone from San Francisco Bay to the Hawaiian Island of Kauai, covering more than 2000 miles.

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