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Phyllis Wheatley summer camp continues in a new form — nature excursions along the Mississippi

Phyllis Wheatley summer camp continues in a new form — nature excursions along the Mississippi

The Phyllis Wheatley Community Center is preparing to rebuild and reopen its summer camp in Carver County. In the meantime, the center continues to teach young Minneapolis students about the great outdoors.
by Regina Medina

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It’s the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party. Except maybe in farm country

It’s the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party. Except maybe in farm country

In Minnesota, there are fissures between rural and urban Democrats, and they’re front and center with Gov. Tim Walz emphasizing his rural roots as a vice-presidential candidate. Some Democrats feel like their party is out of touch with rural voters.
by Catharine Richert

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Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, with a spotlight on Minnesota

Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, with a spotlight on Minnesota

Minnesota’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention is trying to share their enthusiasm about Gov. Tim Walz, who is the Democrats’ vice-presidential candidate.
by Cathy Wurzer and Mark Zdechlik

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Longtime St. Paul mayor George Latimer dies at 89

Longtime St. Paul mayor George Latimer dies at 89

George Latimer served as mayor of St. Paul from 1976 until 1990, the longest run of anyone in the city’s history. He oversaw St. Paul’s downtown boom, a growth in development amid a changing city. Latimer died on Sunday at age 89 at his residence in St. Paul. 
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Morning Announcements for Aug. 19

Morning Announcements for Aug. 19

Here are the morning announcements for Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.
by MPR News Staff

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Meet barbers who understand their work is about more than just a haircut

Meet barbers who understand their work is about more than just a haircut

On Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis talked with three barbers who understand that going to a barbershop isn’t just about getting a haircut. It’s also about the connection with their community.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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