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Small wildfire near Ely is now fully contained

Small wildfire near Ely is now fully contained

A small wildfire detected earlier this week in the Superior National Forest southeast of Ely, Minn., is now fully contained.
by Andrew Krueger

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Christian Cooper on what it means to be a Black man in the natural world

Christian Cooper on what it means to be a Black man in the natural world

Christian Cooper was birdwatching in Central Park in 2020 when a white woman falsely accused him of threatening her. That incident went viral, pushed his work as a Black birder into the public eye, and led to his fantastic memoir, “Better Living Through Birding: Notes From A Black Man In The Natural World.”
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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The healing benefits of getting outdoors

The healing benefits of getting outdoors

Listen back to a conversation with MPR News host Angela Davis and two Minnesotans who are helping others experience the joys of the outdoors and the health benefits.
by Angela Davis and Danelle Cloutier

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What the U.S. could learn from Japan about making healthy living easier

What the U.S. could learn from Japan about making healthy living easier

On a trip back to her parents' native country, a writer rediscovers what makes it different. The urban design, and a culture that values longevity, make good health come al lot more naturally.
by Yuki Noguchi

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Roller coaster riders rescued from 205-foot drop amid mechanical issues

Roller coaster riders rescued from 205-foot drop amid mechanical issues

The Magnum XL-200 at Ohio’s Cedar Point amusement park promises high speeds and fast turns. Thrill-seekers got a little extra excitement when the ride stopped at the top of its signature plunge.
by Emily Olson

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Minnesota’s 1st THC restaurant serves hemp tinctures, vegan food in Minneapolis

Minnesota’s 1st THC restaurant serves hemp tinctures, vegan food in Minneapolis

Chef Heather Klein provides an alternative to alcohol with Hi Flora! in Uptown Minneapolis, a new vegan, plant-based restaurant where customers can mix THC into their own food and drinks.
by Nicole Ki

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Bud Light boycott takes fizz out of brewer's earnings

Bud Light boycott takes fizz out of brewer's earnings

The company lost big sales in the U.S. after the boycotts over its collaboration with a transgender influencer. CEO says things have now stabilized “with signals of improvement” for the brand.
by Alina Selyukh

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