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Farmers are already planting, so can gardeners follow suit?

Farmers are already planting, so can gardeners follow suit?

With soil temperatures in the upper 40s to 50s, farmers around Minnesota are planting sugar beets, wheat and corn. But does all this crop planting mean gardening season is here? 
by Heidi Raschke and Cathy Wurzer

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Federal humanities cuts means halting programs in Minnesota communities

Federal humanities cuts means halting programs in Minnesota communities

Earlier this week, the Trump administration terminated all major NEH grants to state humanities councils, which includes the Minnesota Humanities Center. Kevin Lindsey, CEO of the Minnesota Humanities Center, spoke to MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about the changes.
by Heidi Raschke and Cathy Wurzer

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Ukrainian workers at landmark Minneapolis restaurant seek answers after Trump halts work permit renewals

Ukrainian workers at landmark Minneapolis restaurant seek answers after Trump halts work permit renewals

Thousands of Ukrainians who’ve settled temporarily in Minnesota fear that they may soon have to return home, even as Russia’s assault on their country continues. The concern is especially high at Kramarczuk’s deli and restaurant in northeast Minneapolis, a cornerstone of the city’s Ukrainian community.
by Matt Sepic

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Mississippi named 'most endangered' river in the U.S.

Mississippi named 'most endangered' river in the U.S.

The Mississippi River has topped an endangered rivers list. Extreme floods, drought cycles, toxic runoff and poor river management threaten it. MPR News correspondent Kirsti Marohn​ spoke to chief meteorologist Paul Huttner about the stresses on this vital waterway.
by Paul Huttner and Matthew Alvarez

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Morning Announcements for April 24 and 25

Morning Announcements for April 24 and 25

These are the Morning Announcements for Thursday, April 24, and Friday, April 25. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Citations issued to Red Lake Nation citizen driving through Georgia have been withdrawn

Citations issued to Red Lake Nation citizen driving through Georgia have been withdrawn

Johnathon Carlson was driving home from a weeklong family vacation in Florida when he was pulled over in Georgia. He was cited for speeding and for “fake plates.” Carlson’s license plates are issued by Red Lake Nation, which are valid on Minnesota roads. Both citations have since been withdrawn.
by Melissa Olson

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Osterholm: Federal health agency cuts, vaccine misinformation are 'urgent' issues

Osterholm: Federal health agency cuts, vaccine misinformation are 'urgent' issues

Michael Osterholm is director of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy. On Thursday, he announced a new project intended to safeguard vaccine information, research and access in case the federal government doesn't.
by Tom Crann and Gretchen Brown

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