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Minnesota's solar garden program ranks second in the nation, but some say it could do more

Minnesota's solar garden program ranks second in the nation, but some say it could do more

Minnesota’s community solar garden program generated 62 percent of the state’s solar power in 2021. And it’s the second largest such program in the nation. But below the surface, consumer advocates say there’s a gap that needs to be addressed.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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As flood prep nears completion, Minnesota communities wait for rivers to rise

As flood prep nears completion, Minnesota communities wait for rivers to rise

The forecasts have been heeded, much of the advance work is done — and for communities and residents along rising rivers in Minnesota, it’s now a matter of waiting out the high water.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Veterinarian Karen Fine on the special role pets play in our lives

Veterinarian Karen Fine on the special role pets play in our lives

Animal Month continues on Big Books and Bold Ideas. This week, host Kerri Miller talks with veterinarian Karen Fine. Her new book, “The Other Family Doctor,” is a tribute to the furry, fuzzy, feathery and sometimes scaly creatures we include as members of the family.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Rochester schools end week without internet; questions linger about cyber attack

Rochester schools end week without internet; questions linger about cyber attack

Rochester Public Schools disabled its internet access this week in response to an apparent cyber attack. For students that has meant hot classrooms, lots of pen and paper assignments and even an extra day of Spring Break.
by Catharine Richert

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Northwest Minnesota cities add amenities to lure scarce workers

Northwest Minnesota cities add amenities to lure scarce workers

Like the rest of the country, northwest Minnesota has more jobs than workers. Adding to the challenge of recruiting employees is the area's remote location and long winters. Outdoor activities like snowmobiling and fishing are popular and appeal to many potential job seekers.
by Chris Farrell

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Girls on the Run gives free gear to young girls to empower them through exercise

Girls on the Run gives free gear to young girls to empower them through exercise

If you’re a runner or know someone who is, you know it’s a lot less enjoyable without the right gear. The Minnesota chapter of Girls on the Run is outfitting more than a thousand girls around the state with shoes, pants and sports hijabs so they can be ready to hit the trails.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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'Thank You, Stranger': Just when she was about to quit med school to care for her newborn, a professor made all the difference

'Thank You, Stranger': Just when she was about to quit med school to care for her newborn, a professor made all the difference

Connie Dale was in her third year of medical school when she gave birth to her first child. Going straight back to school with a newborn at home wasn’t easy for many reasons, but one simple act of kindness kept her going.
by Ellen Finn and Alanna Elder

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Unexpected heat is leading to faster snow melt. Here's the flood outlook for Minnesota

Unexpected heat is leading to faster snow melt. Here's the flood outlook for Minnesota

Several roads in Big Stone and Stevens Counties have been washed out because of high water. For a better picture of what to expect, hydrologist Craig Schmidt joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gretchen Brown

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MSP International Film Festival: Not sure what to watch? Here are MPR's picks

MSP International Film Festival: Not sure what to watch? Here are MPR's picks

The Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival begins April 13 and runs through April 27 and the Main Cinema in Minneapolis. With nearly 200 films, there’s something for everybody. MPR News arts reporters Jacob Aloi and Alex Cipolle joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about the films they’ve seen.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gretchen Brown

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