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Businesses offer mixed reviews on summer tourism season

Businesses offer mixed reviews on summer tourism season

Observers say more Minnesotans took vacations closer to home, but travelers were also more selective on how they spent their money.
by Tom Robertson

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Minnesota State Fair in 360 degrees

Minnesota State Fair in 360 degrees

Minnesota Public Radio captures a panoramic view of the curiosities at the Minnesota State Fair.

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Minnesota State Fair in 360 degrees

Minnesota State Fair in 360 degrees

Minnesota Public Radio captures a panoramic view of the curiosities at the Minnesota State Fair.

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Free speech and what makes us American

Free speech and what makes us American

From now through December, Midmorning will look at six key debates that define America using Howard Fineman's book "The Thirteen American Arguments" as our guide. Today Midmorning tackles the issue of free speech.

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Silence and meditation amid convention chaos

Silence and meditation amid convention chaos

Just like the DNC, Meditate 08! brings in high-profile speakers to inspire attendees. But instead of roaring cheers, the sign of approval here is contemplative silence.
by Nikki Tundel

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Future Tense with Jon Gordon

Future Tense with Jon Gordon

Frustrated with digital pirates stealing his games, a game developer asks the thieves why they do it.

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Minnesota State Fair: What's that sound?

Minnesota State Fair: What's that sound?

The Minnesota State Fair has been going since last Thursday and it's always a feast for the senses. You might even say, sensory overload. Great people watching and visual distraction everywhere. The smells of the deep fryer, and the swine barn.
by Tom Crann

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Duluth tries to trim budget hole with civic yard sale

Duluth tries to trim budget hole with civic yard sale

The City of Duluth, which is facing a large budget crisis, is considering selling part of its cultural and natural heritage to settle the budget gap.
by Bob Kelleher

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Fried food on a stick? It's fair time.

Fried food on a stick? It's fair time.

Over the next 12 days, 1.6 million people are expected to meander and munch their way through the Minnesota State Fair. Whether they're looking for mini-donuts, cheese curds, or the latest fried food on a stick, they'll find it at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

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