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BSU looks to reclaim ‘University of the Pines’ legacy through fundraiser

BSU looks to reclaim ‘University of the Pines’ legacy through fundraiser

A special fundraising initiative recently launched at Bemidji State University is aimed at replanting trees on campus. That's after a destructive storm in June destroyed an estimated 9 million trees throughout Beltrami County. Following the storm, Gov. Tim Walz declared a peacetime emergency in the area.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Whitefish Chain’s early attack on invasive species shows signs of success

Whitefish Chain’s early attack on invasive species shows signs of success

Starry stonewort, a fast-growing invasive algae, was discovered in the Rush Lake channel. The Whitefish Chain of Lakes Association mounted a counter-attack, including hand pulling, chemical treatment and monitoring.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Dan Rosen sworn in as Minnesota U.S. Attorney

Dan Rosen sworn in as Minnesota U.S. Attorney

Minnesota's new U.S. Attorney was sworn in Friday during a private ceremony at the federal courthouse in Minneapolis. President Donald Trump nominated Dan Rosen in May to take over for Andy Luger.
by Matt Sepic

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Union Gospel Mission leader spends 24 hours on a bench to spotlight homelessness

Union Gospel Mission leader spends 24 hours on a bench to spotlight homelessness

Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities CEO Pam Stegora Axberg spent 24 hours on a bench as part of a national initiative to raise awareness about homelessness. The livestreamed event brought together local leaders and community partners for round-the-clock conversations on how to address the crisis heading into winter. 
by Olivia Hanson

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Feeding Our Future defendant pleads guilty days before trial

Feeding Our Future defendant pleads guilty days before trial

A Minneapolis man pleaded guilty Friday to wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy in the Feeding Our Future case, admitting he helped fabricate documents that funneled $17 million in bogus meal reimbursements to S&S Catering.
by Matt Sepic

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Activists, artists work to restore vandalized George Floyd mural

Activists, artists work to restore vandalized George Floyd mural

George Floyd’s face was painted over in an iconic mural at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, according to a video posted to social media Friday morning by Marcia Howard. 
by Feven Gerezgiher

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Polar bear arrives at Como Park Zoo in St. Paul

Polar bear arrives at Como Park Zoo in St. Paul

The arrival of the 700-pound, 4-year-old female polar bear is part of a plan to support the threatened species.
by Regina Medina

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Stretches of two Twin Cities freeways will be closed this weekend

Stretches of two Twin Cities freeways will be closed this weekend

A stretch of Interstate 94 in St. Paul will be closed all weekend, starting late Friday. And part of Interstate 494 in Bloomington will be closed from Friday night through early Saturday.
by Andrew Krueger

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