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Greater Minnesota

Vendors show off flood-fighting wares at Fargo flood fair

The latest flood-fighting gear is on display at a flood fair today in Fargo. About 20 vendors are showing off everything from giant sandbags to quick-dumping tractor trailers.
by Dan Gunderson

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Lake County dumps high-speed Internet consultant

Lake County commissioners voted Tuesday to break ties with National Public Broadband, the a St. Paul company that's worked for two years helping the county secure $66 million in federal funding.
by Bob Kelleher

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Elton John adds Duluth to tour

Duluth's new arena will host some big name entertainment. Elton John has added the venue to his "Greatest Hits Live" concert tour.

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Minnesota River valley residents prepare for spring floods

Minnesota River valley residents prepare for spring floods

Right now, the spring flood outlook looks manageable, but city officials in the area say more snow, heavy rain and a quick melt could push the water far past what's currently forecast.
by Mark Steil

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Timber firms sue Minn. over pay caps

Timber firms sue Minn. over pay caps

Three large timber companies have sued the Minnesota government, saying the state reneged on contracts for a forest protection program by capping payments as lawmakers attempted to balance the budget.
by Brian Bakst, Associated Press

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USDA: Farmers can plant genetically modified beets

USDA: Farmers can plant genetically modified beets

The U.S. Agriculture Department says farmers will be allowed to grow genetically modified sugar beets this year, while it finishes work on a full environmental impact statement on the beets' effect on other crops and the environment.
by Dan Gunderson

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Police: Man falsely said black male among shooters

Duluth police say they believe a man with a gunshot wound falsely told a 911 operator a black man was among the people he falsely claimed shot him.

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Computer glitch delays tax refunds for thousands of Minnesotans

The Minnesota Department of Revenue says a computer glitch is responsible for delaying tax refunds for thousands of Minnesotans who filed electronically.

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