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July 3, 2023 2:21 PM

Pimento Jamaican Kitchen’s secret sauce? Community spirit

MPR News guest host Nina Moini speaks with Tomme Beevas, the owner of Pimento Jamaican Kitchen, about food, politics and community spirit.

by Nina Moini and Danelle Cloutier

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July 3, 2023 10:35 AM

Dip a toe into Minnesota's growing boat cultures

Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes and more than 830,000 boats. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about everything from canoes to pontoons — and how to get on the water.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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July 3, 2023 4:00 AM

Amid dry conditions, DNR warns of danger from campfires, fireworks

Dry conditions in Minnesota increase the risk of wildfires during the Fourth of July holiday, urging caution with campfires and fireworks, as they are the primary cause of wildfires and alternative activities without flames should be considered.

by Kirsti Marohn

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July 2, 2023 5:00 PM

Photos: Serving up a Taste of Minnesota in Minneapolis

After several years on hiatus, Taste of Minnesota returned on Sunday to downtown Minneapolis.

by Aaliyah Demry

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July 2, 2023 12:15 PM

What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions

The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks.

by The Associated Press

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July 2, 2023 9:45 AM

Fireworks injuries have been rising. Here are some safety tips for July 4th

As July Fourth approaches, federal regulators are warning people to use fireworks safely, as a new report shows that fireworks-related injuries have been increasing.

by Joe Hernandez

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July 1, 2023 3:55 PM

As meat prices hover near record highs, here are 3 ways to save on your July 4 cookout

If you're planning to throw some meat on the grill this weekend, here are some ways to save money in the process.

by Erin Kenney

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June 30, 2023 5:00 PM

Growing Michoacana ice cream chain offers taste of home for some, taste explosion for all

La Michoacana Purepecha has earned customers far and wide, offering a taste of home to Mexican immigrants in the region and attracting others with dozens of unique flavors.

by Catharine Richert

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June 30, 2023 2:40 PM

Artist residency program launches in Northwoods

New York artists Brad Kahlhamer and Waverly Bergwin become the inaugural residents of a new artist residency program at Minnesota’s Nemeth Art Center, using the rural setting to create unique works of art for an exhibition in July.

by Alex V. Cipolle and Ben Hovland