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Minnesota Now in Moorhead: ‘River Keepers’ look to unite community through Red River

Minnesota Now in Moorhead: ‘River Keepers’ look to unite community through Red River

The Red River is part of the identity of the Fargo-Moorhead region, operating as a natural border separating the cities but also bringing community together. The organization River Keepers helps connect people to the river.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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After years of planning and debate, street construction starts at George Floyd Square

After years of planning and debate, street construction starts at George Floyd Square

Street construction started Monday at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, after years of planning and debate. Some residents say they still have questions about details of the plan — and who’s paying for it.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Appeals court rules against Faribault, says proposed data center needs more environmental study

Appeals court rules against Faribault, says proposed data center needs more environmental study

The city of Faribault decided it did not need to conduct an extensive environmental review of a massive proposed data center. The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy appealed the city’s decision.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Minnesota investigators say chainsaw likely sparked Birch Bay Fire

Minnesota investigators say chainsaw likely sparked Birch Bay Fire

A wildfire that has burned an estimated 33 acres near Ely was believed to be caused by U.S. Forest Service crews conducting prescribed burn preparation work to improve forest health and resilience.
by Nicole Ki

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New data shows mixed results from St. Paul’s housing policies

New data shows mixed results from St. Paul’s housing policies

A new tool from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis illuminates the effects of St. Paul housing policies, including how rent control chilled new housing development and how changes to zoning laws are starting to boost supply.
by Chris Farrell and Annie Baxter

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Warming groundwater raises questions about potential effects above ground in Minnesota

Warming groundwater raises questions about potential effects above ground in Minnesota

Amid Minnesota’s frequent temperature swings, there’s one place that scientists expect to stay consistently cool all year: underground. But a geologist says groundwater beneath Minneapolis is warmer than it should be, and he’s concerned that could cause problems above the surface.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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