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Phyllis Wheatley center, once a Green Book haven for Black students and artists, turns 100

Phyllis Wheatley center, once a Green Book haven for Black students and artists, turns 100

Providing kids the chance to explore the outdoors, listen to the sounds of nature and take a dip in a lake had been a high priority for the Phyllis Wheatley Community Center. It began summer camp programs in 1932. The mission of “the Wheatley,” as many refer to the center, has always been service to the community. 
by Regina Medina

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Fergus Falls hosts U.S. premiere of documentary about an international scandal which touched the town

Fergus Falls hosts U.S. premiere of documentary about an international scandal which touched the town

In 2018, allegations of fabricated stories rocked the prestigious German magazine Der Spiegel. The Minnesota city of Fergus Falls found itself a victim of an unscrupulous journalist. Now the town will host the U.S. premiere of a documentary about the scandal called “Inventing Truth: The Relotius Affair.”  
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Demand grows for gender-affirming clothes as more LGBTQ+ people find Minnesota a good fit

Demand grows for gender-affirming clothes as more LGBTQ+ people find Minnesota a good fit

Minnesota’s status as a transgender refuge is drawing new people to the state with new needs. At Rainbow Wardrobe in Minneapolis, LGBTQ+ advocates are using donated clothes to help meet demand for business attire, androgynous jeans, larger sized women’s shoes and other items.
by Sam Stroozas

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'It's a fickle thing, music': Artist Laamar on recent wins and why he writes songs

'It's a fickle thing, music': Artist Laamar on recent wins and why he writes songs

Laamar was named one of 2023’s Best New Bands by First Avenue and recently played with other Minnesota greats such as the Cactus Blossoms and Dan Wilson of Semisonic.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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How are Minnesota's trees faring during this warm winter? An expert explains

How are Minnesota's trees faring during this warm winter? An expert explains

The weirdly warm and dry weather has potential consequences for the natural world, including Minnesota’s trees. Lee Frelich, director of the University of Minnesota Center for Forest Ecology, shared his insight with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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