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The Cities Blog

Cupcake may make a comeback in St. Paul

Cupcake may make a comeback in St. Paul

Mayor Chris Coleman says he's found a way to revive plans for a popular Minneapolis bakery and wine bar to open a second location on Grand Ave. But a parliamentary maneuver could cause further delays.
by Curtis Gilbert

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Compromise keeps Tin Fish in business

The owner of the popular Lake Calhoun restaurant Tin Fish says he agrees with a compromise on a new lease with the Minneapolis Park Board.
by Rupa Shenoy

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Sabo bridge damage still under investigation

Sabo bridge damage still under investigation

City officials have shipped off faulty plates from the bridge to researchers at Lehigh University, and expect results in four to six weeks.
by Brandt Williams

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Minnesota’s ‘forgotten Tolkien’ died Friday

Minnesota’s ‘forgotten Tolkien’ died Friday

Former University of Minnesota professor and Minneapolis resident Muhammad Abd-al-Rahman Barker drew on his linguistics training to populate a world called Tékumel with languages and cultures.
by Jon Collins

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Central Corridor love coming to a yard near you

Central Corridor love coming to a yard near you

Grassroots initiatives to promote businesses affected by light-rail construction are rolling out.
by Laura Yuen

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A tunnel to . . . or for what?

A tunnel to . . . or for what?

The mystery portal is well below Cedar Street here in downtown St. Paul outside the front door of Minnesota Public Radio.
by Dan Olson

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MnDOT wants to make bicycling safer and more usable

MnDOT wants to make bicycling safer and more usable

MnDOT is seeking input on what should be improved to make bicycling a safer and more usable transportation option.
by Jessica Mador

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Minnesota Nice, explained.

Minnesota Nice, explained.

A Scandinavian studies scholar lends some insight into the origins of "Minnesota nice."
by Laura Yuen

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