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March 3, 2008 2:36 PM

Favoring fat

Despite the advice of doctors and nutrition experts, one science writer suggests that refined carbohydrates are a greater food offender than fat.

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February 28, 2008 12:11 PM

Friday is the last day for people in the southern two-thirds of Minnesota to get their ice fishing houses off the lakes. Commentator Peter Smith has some thoughts on the dilemma that many anglers face: Getting a house on the lake is a lot easier than getting it off.

by Peter Smith

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February 11, 2008 3:05 AM

Northern Minnesota prepares for wave of baby boomer retirements

Some northern Minnesota communities are preparing for the wave of baby boomer retirements expected over the next decade. The workforce shift will create new job opportunities, but some jobs will be hard to replace.

by Tom Robertson

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February 7, 2008 12:00 AM

Journey through dance and continents

Choreographer Garth Fagan brings classics and new work to the stage in homage to visual artist Romare Bearden. He also talks about the impact of jazz and the music of South America and Africa on modern dance.

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February 6, 2008 1:00 PM

United Noodles feeds Twin Cities appetite for Asian foods

United Noodles in Minneapolis captures the attention of the Food Network while catering to the growing number of people who love Asian foods.

by Greta Cunningham

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February 5, 2008 12:00 AM

Author argues for a new relationship with food

Author Michael Pollan argues that we could be healthier and kinder to the planet if we would simply seek out food that is "real" and not processed. And he says nutrition-oriented eating can actually turn out to be bad for us.

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February 1, 2008 3:03 PM

Minneapolis passes new regulations on circuses

The Minneapolis city council voted today to adopt stronger restrictions on wild animal circuses.

by Brandt Williams

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January 31, 2008 6:28 PM

IRS challenges low-income artist lofts

Starting this year, artists may have a harder time finding places to live and work for cheap. A new IRS ruling says low-income artist lofts are not in compliance with federal tax regulations.

by Marianne Combs