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How the Minnesota mystery of 'Bloomfield bridge' was solved by a curious sleuth
The history of the Bloomfield pedestrian bridge was nearly lost to time and fading memories. That is, until a man from Bloomington, Minn., spent two months trying to uncover its history.
Space Tower grounded for the rest of this year’s Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair’s iconic Space Tower, soaring more than 300 feet above the eastern edge of the fairgrounds, won’t be taking any more fairgoers up for a ride this year after a wiring malfunction.
Mobile restroom facility increases accessibility at Minnesota State Fair
The facility provides plenty of room for people in wheelchairs to get around, and a changing table big enough for an adult. It has a wheelchair lift outside and a lift inside as well.
Swimmers complete record 24-hour Lake Superior relay — without wetsuits
Six swimmers completed a 48-mile, 24-hour relay in Lake Superior, from Split Rock Lighthouse to Duluth, without wetsuits — to set a record and to raise awareness of the impacts of climate change on one of the world’s largest lakes.
University of Minnesota sued over massive data breach
A former student and a former employee are seeking damages from the University of Minnesota after claims that a hacker allegedly stole personal data. The lawsuit filed in federal court seeks class action status.