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Pew report on broadband coming out Monday

The Pew Center on the States is putting out a report Monday on how states are boosting their role in expanding high-speed Internet access.
by Dave Peters

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Headwall hearings arouse core issue

Headwall hearings brought to the surface an identity crisis is at the core of Baldwin Township — a desire to have better planning, but a large group of residents who are appalled by too much government involvement.

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Baldwin dive team lawsuit dismissal upheld

Minnesota’s court of appeals upholds the dismissal of a lawsuit brought against the Baldwin Township fire department for creating a dive team.
by Dave Peters

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A lesson from smallpox: You can fix the system

Epidemiologist and philanthropist Larry Brilliant, who helped eradicate smallpox, remains optimistic and urges people to act in concert to create a sustainable lifestyle.
by Dave Peters

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A partnership for parks

Princeton, Baldwin and other area townships have joined together to plan their parks, trails and open spaces, gaining strength in numbers from a funding stand point and a greater chance for cohesion.

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Local foods: Beyond the farmers market

The local foods movement is growing but it’s success is spotty and efforts to scale up frequently meet barriers.
by Dave Peters

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Did you know Todd County has a sin ranking?

Did you know Todd County has a sin ranking?

A light-hearted look at a the seven deadly sins and a selection of readily available public health data shows Todd County highest on the gluttony scale.

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Sharing the load in Breckenridge

Family service providers in Breckenridge, Minn., are meeting weekly to examine cases and determine jointly whose service is most in need at the time.
by Dave Peters

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