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MPR News is your go-to source for Minnesota news and stories.

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Fergus Falls construction worker still standing among ‘American Idol’ contestants

Fergus Falls construction worker still standing among ‘American Idol’ contestants

Monday’s episode of “American Idol” featured performances of songs of faith. Chris Tungseth of Fergus Falls survived as one of the top 14 contestants, but it was unclear if he made it past the next elimination round.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Moorhead group helps immigrants shape the food system, from farm to table

Moorhead group helps immigrants shape the food system, from farm to table

A Moorhead-based group is training immigrants to grow food, including produce from their native lands. Participants say tending the land and contributing to the local food system makes them feel at home.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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Grass fire singes yards in western Minnesota

Grass fire singes yards in western Minnesota

Warm temperatures and gusting winds sparked a wildfire in western Minnesota Saturday, just outside a residential area in Lake Benton.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Cleanup continues following train derailment near Warroad

Cleanup continues following train derailment near Warroad

Cleanup continued Monday — and may last for several weeks — following a train derailment over the weekend near Warroad. A precautionary evacuation of homes in the area has been lifted.
by MPR News Staff

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Do good neighbors make good economies? Minnesota could be a test case

Do good neighbors make good economies? Minnesota could be a test case

Economic studies strongly suggest that higher levels of trust can lead to increased commerce, promote financial innovation and even foster economic growth. Will the neighborly care and civic engagement in Minnesota during the Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge translate into economic resilience?
by Chris Farrell

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