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The battle over land use: Farm crops versus solar farms

The battle over land use: Farm crops versus solar farms

The U.S. Department of Energy estimates the U.S. will need 10 million acres of solar panels by 2050 to meet the nation’s net zero-carbon goals. That means acreage currently used for farmland will become solar farms.
by Hannah Yang

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Duluthians to choose in hotly contested mayoral race

Duluthians to choose in hotly contested mayoral race

Duluth voters are heading to the polls today to decide between incumbent Emily Larson, who is seeking a third term, and former city councilor and state legislator Roger Reinert, in the city’s most hotly contested mayoral election in 15 years.
by Dan Kraker

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Mixing solar and farming could be key to clean energy future

Mixing solar and farming could be key to clean energy future

As Minnesota and the nation shift to cleaner energy, there’s a growing demand for land for new solar farms. At the same time there’s growing interest in what’s known as agrivoltaics.
by Kirsti Marohn

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A lifelong artist adorns Twin Cities public spaces with vibrant botanical murals

A lifelong artist adorns Twin Cities public spaces with vibrant botanical murals

Hibaaq Ibrahim, known as Moon Juice Art, became intrigued with public murals after the George Floyd murder. More than 20 now grace Metro-area retail and public places.

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Adam Johnson's 'freak' hockey death sparks debate over neck protection

Adam Johnson's 'freak' hockey death sparks debate over neck protection

Adam Johnson, the 29-year-old hockey player who died nine days ago when his neck was cut by a skate blade, is being remembered Monday at a celebration of life in Hibbing, Minn. Johnson's death has sparked debate over whether neck laceration protectors should be required equipment, especially for young players.
by Dan Kraker

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How to vote in Minnesota on Election Day

How to vote in Minnesota on Election Day

Tuesday is Election Day in Minnesota. And while it’s an off-year for most races, there are cities and school districts holding elections for positions in local governments.
by Carly Berglund, Kyre Johnson and Anna Haecherl

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