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New app Yodel will process many Minnesota camping purchases

New app Yodel will process many Minnesota camping purchases

Running through your camp supply checklist? The Minnesota Parks and Trails Division want you to add the Yodel app to your supply list to make buying supplies like firewood and ice easier and more secure.
by Matt Mikus

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Flood prep in high gear as warm weather is likely to send rivers rising across Minnesota

Flood prep in high gear as warm weather is likely to send rivers rising across Minnesota

Warm weather in the weekend forecast is welcome news for many Minnesotans who are weary of the cold, wet spring. But for those who live in flood-prone areas, the quickly melting snow will send rivers rising — and time is running out to prepare.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Nine scenic spots along the Minnesota and Wisconsin border

Nine scenic spots along the Minnesota and Wisconsin border

As we lumber out of winter, make a run for the eastern border. Here is a roundup of public lands for your next adventure.

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Hennepin Co. prosecutor Moriarty rips Walz, Ellison for taking over McKeever case

Hennepin Co. prosecutor Moriarty rips Walz, Ellison for taking over McKeever case

Tensions escalated Friday around the killing of Zaria McKeever as Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty criticized Gov. Tim Walz and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison for taking the case out of her hands. Moriarty was also confronted by McKeever’s family.
by Jon Collins

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Some ‘cautiously hopeful’ state oversight will lead to changes in Minneapolis police

Some ‘cautiously hopeful’ state oversight will lead to changes in Minneapolis police

A court-enforceable agreement between the city of Minneapolis and the state requires ambitious changes to how the Minneapolis Police Department functions. But achieving the goals of the agreement is going to require courageous leadership from elected officials and committed engagement from the public.
by Jon Collins

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Maple syrup producers go with climate fluctuations flow

Maple syrup producers go with climate fluctuations flow

Climate fluctuations can mean different seasons for maple syrup producers — and they’re adapting.
by Hannah Yang

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Minnesota moose count falls in latest survey; DNR says trend stable

Minnesota moose count falls in latest survey; DNR says trend stable

This year's count was estimated at about 3,300 moose in the northeastern part of the state. That's a steep drop from last year's count of 4,700. Officials, though, say the herd has stabilized around 3,700 over the past decade after falling dramatically from about 8,000 in 2009.
by MPR News Staff

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