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‘Cabaret at the Guthrie,’ 100 years of Gatsby and the most vital restaurants in MN

‘Cabaret at the Guthrie,’ 100 years of Gatsby and the most vital restaurants in MN

MPR News shares a conversation from the “Worth It” podcast, from the Minnesota Star Tribune and Lemonada Media. Get the inside scoop on the Guthrie’s “Cabaret, ”a classic and century-old novel with Minnesota roots, and the Twin Cities’ dining scene.
by MPR News Staff

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From antique furniture to odd metal aliens, Gold Rush Days brings thousands to Oronoco

From antique furniture to odd metal aliens, Gold Rush Days brings thousands to Oronoco

This weekend, the quiet downtown area in Oronoco becomes an antique mecca as hundreds of sellers of well aged and vintage collectables descend on this small southeast Minnesota town for Gold Rush Days, which is taking place for the 53rd year.
by Catharine Richert

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July jobs report: Minnesota economy strong but slowing as shifting federal policy creates uncertainty

July jobs report: Minnesota economy strong but slowing as shifting federal policy creates uncertainty

Minnesota Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Matt Varilek spoke about a new jobs report for the state. “We have a very resilient economy in Minnesota, but we fear that we may be finally seeing some of the impacts of a variety of federal actions that really create headwinds for us,” he said.
by Phil Picardi and Heidi Raschke

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‘A Marriage at Sea’ by Sophie Elmhirst

‘A Marriage at Sea’ by Sophie Elmhirst

This week on Big Books and Bold Idea, author Sophie Elmhirst joins Kerri Miller to talk about the true story of a British couple who survived more than a hundred days together on the open seas after a whale sunk their boat. Even more amazing: When it was over, their marriage was stronger than ever.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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A photo of her grandmother in moccasins sparked Cindy Godin Hamilton’s artistic awakening

A photo of her grandmother in moccasins sparked Cindy Godin Hamilton’s artistic awakening

Cindy Godin Hamilton’s artistic and cultural awakening came in her adult years. Now her solo exhibit at the Warroad RiverPlace Gallery includes hand-stitched mittens, mukluks and gauntlets featuring intricately beaded animals and flowers, as well as oil and pastel paintings of Native faces garbed in traditional regalia.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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An exceptionally dry year in Canada fuels Minnesota's smoky summer

An exceptionally dry year in Canada fuels Minnesota's smoky summer

MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner talked with meteorologist Matthew Taraldsen about why 2025 has been such a challenging year for air quality in Minnesota.
by Paul Huttner and Matthew Alvarez

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Frey’s $2B budget proposal includes cuts to programs some council members say are ‘critical’

Frey’s $2B budget proposal includes cuts to programs some council members say are ‘critical’

Mayor Jacob Frey says his proposed budget will keep the city on “solid footing.” The budget proposal includes a 7.8 percent property tax levy increase.
by Cari Spencer

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Minnesotan says being Palestinian comes with ‘survivor’s guilt’ amid war in Gaza

Minnesotan says being Palestinian comes with ‘survivor’s guilt’ amid war in Gaza

Mnar Adley is the founder and director of MintPress News, an independent organization covering international news, including Israel’s war on Gaza. She is also a Palestinian-Minnesotan.
by Brandt Williams and Gretchen Brown

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