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Mille Lacs’ walleye return to same ‘hot spots’ to spawn, protections could be key to their success

Mille Lacs’ walleye return to same ‘hot spots’ to spawn, protections could be key to their success

The central Minnesota lake’s walleye population has declined in recent decades, and researchers have tried to figure out why. The latest study suggests protecting certain places in the lake where walleyes prefer to reproduce could boost their success.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Red Lake Nation returns plane to Roseau pilot, reaching resolution after 7-month standstill

Red Lake Nation returns plane to Roseau pilot, reaching resolution after 7-month standstill

Roseau pilot Darrin Smedsmo retrieved his small engine plane from Red Lake Nation on Wednesday. The plane had been seized after Smedsmo made an emergency landing in October on tribal lands.
by Melissa Olson

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Center at Indigenous sacred site opens in St. Paul after years in the making

Center at Indigenous sacred site opens in St. Paul after years in the making

Wakaŋ Tipi Center in St. Paul opens its doors to visitors on Friday. The center is located at Wakaŋ Tipi, an Indigenous sacred site formerly known as Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary. The public space will offer an exhibit hall, classrooms and a community gathering area for ceremonies and educational programming.
by Chandra Colvin

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Indigenous-led organization receives property from Minneapolis church as an act of reparation

Indigenous-led organization receives property from Minneapolis church as an act of reparation

Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in south Minneapolis is transferring ownership of a property to Indigenous-led organization, Indigenous Protector Movement. The two groups came together Friday afternoon for a ceremony and to sign documents in front of the community.
by Chandra Colvin

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What to know as Memorial Day weekend powwows kick off

What to know as Memorial Day weekend powwows kick off

Several tribal nations are celebrating the Memorial Day holiday weekend with powwows. A powwow emcee and a dancer answer some common questions for those new to attending.
by Chandra Colvin

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Native American artists on how residency program helps them preserve traditional art forms

Native American artists on how residency program helps them preserve traditional art forms

During the Native American Artist-in-Residence Program at the Minnesota Historical Society, artists are financially supported and granted access to museums across the state to conduct research. Artists then create works based on their research.
by Chandra Colvin

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