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Lifestyle

ATV debate covers familiar terrain

There's a renewed battle in Minnesota over all-terrain vehicles. Last year, lawmakers approved a plan to create a system of designated trails for ATVs. They also passed rules protecting wetlands on both public and private lands. Several bills before this year's Legislature would undo some of those restrictions, and give ATV users broader access to state forests. The proposals have sparked renewed debate about where ATVs should and shouldn't go in Minnesota.

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Adjusting to life as a Minnesotan

If you're not from Minnesota, adjusting to life here despite "Minnesota nice" can be a trial. But there are ways transplants can break the ice.

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Minnesota suing North Dakota over hunting laws

Minnesota Attorney General Mike Hatch and Rep. Collin Peterson are suing the state of North Dakota over hunting restrictions. A North Dakota law passed last year restricts the first week of the waterfowl hunting season to North Dakota residents only. Hatch says the law discriminates against Minnesotans and other nonresidents.

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Getting ready for spring planting

More gardening advice from Deb Brown.

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A double dose of Midmorning's Garden Guru

Recent warm weather has some daring to utter the word "spring." Deb Brown has advice on starting seeds, doing outdoor pruning and much more.

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Lawmakers forcing showdown with tribes over gambling

Two Republican lawmakers say the state should outlaw video slot machines statewide unless the state's Native American tribes agree to share a portion of their casino revenues. Indian tribes are reacting negatively, calling the plan a form of legislative blackmail.

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The birds are on their way

The birds are beginning to filter back. It's time to get the binoculars warmed up for the birding season with master birder Kenn Kaufman.

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Making your house a home

What makes a well-designed house? Former Minnesota architect Sarah Susanka says any house can be transformed into a more beautiful and functional place.

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The Epicure's Lament

Evocative writing of food and a main character who's hard to love mix together in a new novel.

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European chains set sights on Minnesota consumers

Retail experts say most Minnesotans are comfortable in their shopping habits -- the weekly trips to Target, the "I Love My Cub" decals on our cars, the familiar chains of home furniture stores. But in coming months some retailers from Europe promise to shake things up. The IKEA and Aldi chains are already generating consumer buzz for their approaches to home furnishings and food.

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