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Minnesota bets big on free public preschool; private child care operators watch, worry

Minnesota bets big on free public preschool; private child care operators watch, worry

Funding approved by the Legislature last year added 5,000 voluntary pre-kindergarten slots this fall in Minnesota schools, a 75 percent increase. While it eases the burden on families, private child care operators worry they “can’t compete with free.”
by Kyra Miles

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‘Paws on the Ground’: Comfort dogs help heal at Annunciation Church

‘Paws on the Ground’: Comfort dogs help heal at Annunciation Church

Six golden retrievers were on hand to comfort students and parishioners at Annunciation Church, days after this week’s deadly shooting. The retrievers are part of the K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry, which responds to communities in crisis.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Minnesota’s lukewarm, soggy and smoky summer

Minnesota’s lukewarm, soggy and smoky summer

MPR’s team of meteorologists record a conversation about Minnesota’s weather and climate at the Minnesota State Fair.  
by Paul Huttner and Matthew Alvarez

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These 6 Minnesota couples fell in love while participating in 4-H

These 6 Minnesota couples fell in love while participating in 4-H

Over 40,000 young Minnesotans are members of the youth development program 4-H. Besides embracing lifelong learning, these six couples also found their lifelong partners.
by Anita Li

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MN Shortlist, Aug. 29-Sept. 4: Arts raffle for Annunciation families and more

MN Shortlist, Aug. 29-Sept. 4: Arts raffle for Annunciation families and more

MN Shortlist is your weekly curated roundup of recommended events from MPR News, highlighting standout performances, exhibits and gatherings around the region. This week’s events include: music of Thelonious Monk, an art mystery and the Duluth-Superior Pride Festival.
by Jacob Aloi, Anika Besst, Alex V. Cipolle and Max Sparber

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Stars, stripes and Sweet Martha’s cookies: Becoming American citizens at the fair

Stars, stripes and Sweet Martha’s cookies: Becoming American citizens at the fair

Amid the noise of food vendors and the smell of fried dough, a different kind of moment unfolded at the Minnesota State Fair this week: 30 people from around the world raised their right hands and became U.S. citizens.
by Sarah Thamer

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Here’s how to support victims of Minneapolis church shooting

Here’s how to support victims of Minneapolis church shooting

Funds have been set up by local organizations to help victims of the shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis.
by Nicole Ki

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Children killed in Minneapolis mass shooting identified, authorities still unsure of motive

Children killed in Minneapolis mass shooting identified, authorities still unsure of motive

Family identified the two children shot Wednesday as Fletcher Merkel, 8, and Harper Moyski, 10. Of the 18 wounded, 15 were children as young as 6. Three parishioners in their 80s were also shot at Annunciation Catholic Church.
by MPR News Staff

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From bee yard to table: How a Minnesota beekeeper makes State Fair ribbon-winning honey

From bee yard to table: How a Minnesota beekeeper makes State Fair ribbon-winning honey

Andrea Setsvold of Afton, Minn., has been beekeeping since 2016. She loves the hobby, and now, she has another reason to love it: entering the work of her and her honeybees into the Minnesota State Fair.  
by Anika Besst

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