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New anthology of stories from Southeast Asian elders explores joy after grief

New anthology of stories from Southeast Asian elders explores joy after grief

A Minneapolis-based nonprofit is releasing a book of stories collected by 16 authors from their older relatives who fled Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia after the fall of Saigon in 1975.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Rochester Public Schools considering overhaul to reduce bussing times and save money

Rochester Public Schools considering overhaul to reduce bussing times and save money

Rochester Public Schools is facing a complicated redistricting overhaul aimed at reducing bussing times, getting elementary students to school earlier and saving some money.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Considering a later in life career change? You're not alone

Considering a later in life career change? You're not alone

For younger people, it’s generally easier to prepare for a career change. But it may seem daunting for those who are decades into their current career. U.S. government research suggests that a “job for life” is now a rarity, with college graduates between 18 and 46 likely to have around 12 jobs during their careers.
by Aleesa Kuznetsov and Cathy Wurzer

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Facing budget crisis, Rochester proposes closing some schools, moving others

Facing budget crisis, Rochester proposes closing some schools, moving others

Rochester Public Schools is announcing major changes to manage the district’s bloated budget, including closing some schools and eliminating transportation for districtwide schools. The changes will allow earlier start times for elementary students and later start times for middle and high school students.
by Catharine Richert

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Despite legalization, cannabis can still have legal impact for immigrants who aren’t U.S. citizens

Despite legalization, cannabis can still have legal impact for immigrants who aren’t U.S. citizens

On Aug. 1, Minnesota became the 23rd state in the country to legalize cannabis for recreational use. But cannabis continues to be a Schedule 1 drug under federal law, which could have consequences for non U.S. citizens. 
by Sarah Thamer

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Meet 3 people whose designs are finalists for the new Minnesota flag

Meet 3 people whose designs are finalists for the new Minnesota flag

With the list of entries for Minnesota’s next flag and seal narrowed, the artists with concepts in contention await the final verdict with excitement and are braced for public criticism.
by Cathy Wurzer, Brian Bakst, Alanna Elder and Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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