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For sale: Starfighter. Cheap

Some people ask 'why?' Some people ask 'why not?' Greg Anderson, of Menahga, Minn., clearly falls in the latter category because he built a half-size Star Wars starfighter.
by Bob Collins

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The falls are gone from Como Falls Park

Given the comparative scarcity of rain in the Twin Cities and our metro-centric ways, the amazing flooding in southeast Minnesota and southwest Wisconsin is almost happening in secret.
by Bob Collins

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Gophers sports fans are sending a message

Gophers sports fans are sending a message

It's welcome week at the University of Minnesota. Last evening, bands of roving future leaders checked out the campus and got tours from their veteran peers. There's little that's more inspiring than watching a bunch of kids who are excited about the future.
by Bob Collins

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Newspaper takes heat for photo of lone female candidate

Newspaper takes heat for photo of lone female candidate

Brianna Wu, best known for calling attention to misogyny in the gaming industry -- and being crucified for it -- has a new campaign. She's running for Congress and today she's calling out the misogyny of the media, specifically the Boston Globe.
by Bob Collins

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