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Google launches a charm offensive in 2 Minnesota towns as data center opposition grows

Google launches a charm offensive in 2 Minnesota towns as data center opposition grows

The Google meetings come as the company faces uncertainty with both projects. In Hermantown, where the project still needs city council approval, opposition has intensified after recordings leaked of senior officials mocking data center opponents. The Pine Island project is also on hold while a judge considers a lawsuit seeking a more thorough environmental review.
by Dan Kraker and Molly Castle Work

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Leech Lake Tribal College celebrates new leadership before start of semester

Leech Lake Tribal College celebrates new leadership before start of semester

An investiture ceremony was held Monday evening to celebrate Erin Stresow stepping into the position of president at Leech Lake Tribal College. Stresow brings leadership experience across higher education, nonprofits, corporate ventures and tribal nations.
by Chandra Colvin

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A scaled-down plan to revive a historic lodge near the Boundary Waters faces renewed opposition 

A scaled-down plan to revive a historic lodge near the Boundary Waters faces renewed opposition 

The $40 million proposal to update and refurbish the Silver Rapids Lodge outside Ely promises to inject new life into the resort. But some neighbors believe it would transform the quiet character of the area.
by Dan Kraker

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New $1.8B Blatnik Bridge design unveiled; Duluth to Superior span opening set for October 2031 

New $1.8B Blatnik Bridge design unveiled; Duluth to Superior span opening set for October 2031 

The new bridge between Duluth and Superior, Wis. features a tied-arch design and a new walkway for pedestrians and bikers. It will take four to five years to build and officials plan to open the new bridge in October 2031.
by Dan Kraker

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Reeling from middle schooler suicides, Brainerd school district aims to prevent more deaths

Reeling from middle schooler suicides, Brainerd school district aims to prevent more deaths

The community has been calling for action to address student mental health and bullying after two middle schoolers died by suicide. But the rise in youth suicide extends beyond Brainerd, and some say it needs a broader response.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Crew member battling to contain northern Minnesota wildfires dies

Crew member battling to contain northern Minnesota wildfires dies

A crew member working to contain the wildfires burning in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area has died of a medical emergency. It’s the first fatality in the monthlong firefighting effort.
by Dan Kraker

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MSU Mankato to cut 60 positions to close $22 million budget deficit

MSU Mankato to cut 60 positions to close $22 million budget deficit

MSU Mankato is facing at $22 million budget deficit so the university's president is proposing to cut 60 jobs. Most of the cuts will come from closing or not filling vacant positions but 17 employees may be laid off. Others will be offered early retirement packages.
by Hannah Yang

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Minnesota lettuce grower Revol Greens may close Owatonna greenhouse and lay off 89 workers

Minnesota lettuce grower Revol Greens may close Owatonna greenhouse and lay off 89 workers

Revol Greens, which grows lettuce and other greens in a massive greenhouse facility near Owatonna, may close and lay off nearly a hundred employees in October if it can’t find a buyer for the company or an infusion of funding.
by Molly Castle Work

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