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The distance we go together

The distance we go together

Commentator Nanci Olesen waxes nostalgic on the simplicity of life on the road with her children.

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All about birds

All about birds

Fall migration is underway. As birds head for their winter homes, two avid birders answer questions about our fine feathered friends.

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Peak summer gardening

Peak summer gardening

High heat and near-drought conditions are creating wilted gardens around the region. Midmorning's Garden Guru has some suggestions on what to do to keep those plants alive.

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Honeycrisp apple joins the list of Minnesota state symbols

Honeycrisp apple joins the list of Minnesota state symbols

The popular Honeycrisp apple today takes its place on the list of official Minnesota state symbols.

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A first-ever summer expedition to the North Pole

A first-ever summer expedition to the North Pole

Explorers Lonnie Dupre and Eric Larsen succeeded on their second try to reach the North Pole over ice and water. They recount their adventures on Midmorning.

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Puppets are people with strings

Puppets are people with strings

The California-based Mitchell Family Showboat Marionettes have been touring the country in their miniature Mississippi River showboat, performing 700 shows a year. Earlier this month, Nancy Mitchell and her husband Jack Gebhardt, made a stop at the Ramsey County Fair in Maplewood.

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Tribal opposition delays ATV trail plan

Tribal opposition delays ATV trail plan

The state wants to build a showcase ATV trail in Becker county. But the trail would cross the White Earth Indian Reservation, and tribal officials oppose the project.
by Dan Gunderson

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Tribes say government trying to restrict gaming

Tribes say government trying to restrict gaming

The federal agency that regulates Indian gaming is proposing rule changes to restrict so-called video bingo machines. Tribes say it's a response to pressure from states.
by Dan Gunderson

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Duluth gets tough on butts

Duluth gets tough on butts

Duluth was one of the first cities to institute a smoking ban. And that pushed a lot of people onto the streets. Now downtown Duluth has a new campaign -- against cigarette butts.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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