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Interim president hopes to help St. Cloud State University find path forward

Interim president hopes to help St. Cloud State University find path forward

Larry Dietz, former president of Illinois State University, will lead SCSU for the next two years amid budget challenges. He hopes to help stabilize enrollment and draw students back to a more vibrant campus.
by Kirsti Marohn

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The latest on where Minnesota Democratic leaders stand on President Joe Biden’s candidacy

The latest on where Minnesota Democratic leaders stand on President Joe Biden’s candidacy

President Joe Biden is facing some internal and external pressure in the Democratic Party to end his reelection bid following a shaky debate performance. Minnesota’s Democrats are offering various appraisals of Biden’s candidate status.
by Ellie Roth and Clay Masters

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Three weeks after heavy rain, Waterville is still recovering from flooding

Three weeks after heavy rain, Waterville is still recovering from flooding

Three weeks after heavy rains flooded dozens of Minnesota counties, parts of Waterville are still underwater. Water levels in the city have dropped about 3 feet in the past week, but residents still find themselves grappling with sandbags and road closures and the town’s mayor says its streets are still lined with soggy furniture and lumber.
by Cathy Wurzer and Chandra Colvin

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Animal Humane Society policy changes raise concerns of an increase in feral cat populations

Animal Humane Society policy changes raise concerns of an increase in feral cat populations

The nonprofit organization Animal Humane Society will no longer be providing free Trap-Neuter-Return spay and neuter services. The new change could create hardship for individuals and organizations that aid in maintaining the feral, or “community” cat populations.  
by Chandra Colvin

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Cargill, U of M team up on oil seed crop expansion effort

Cargill, U of M team up on oil seed crop expansion effort

University of Minnesota researchers and agri-business Cargill are joining forces in an effort to increase production of biofuel crops in the region.
by Dan Gunderson

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Sheepish solar symbiosis: Two very different industries work together on the green energy transition

Sheepish solar symbiosis: Two very different industries work together on the green energy transition

New players are entering the field to help with the green energy transition by literally chowing down on the fields. It’s through the growing collaboration between solar developers and sheep farmers. 
by Hannah Yang

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Mai Thor works at the intersection of inclusivity and accessibility

Mai Thor works at the intersection of inclusivity and accessibility

Mai Thor is a Hmong woman and refugee from Laos who contracted polio at a young age and dedicates much of her time to being a disability justice advocate.
by Sarah Thamer

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Analyst: Democratic division over Biden could sway elections in Minnesota

Analyst: Democratic division over Biden could sway elections in Minnesota

Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District is home to incumbent Angie Craig and is also one of the most embattled, competitive districts in the country. President Joe Biden’s performance at the first presidential debate of 2024 may sway congressional elections in Minnesota and elsewhere for Democrats.
by Tom Crann, Megan Burks and Lukas Levin

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