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September 1, 2015 1:27 PM

Many Minnesota schools show progress closing achievement gap

Nearly two-thirds of Minnesota schools are on track to lower achievement gaps in reading and math 50 percent by 2017, the Minnesota Department of Education said Tuesday as it released new data.

by Tim Post

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September 1, 2015 12:00 PM

Hallberg's Picture of Health: How much water should you drink?

Many of us have heard the recommendation to drink eight glasses of water a day, but a recent New York Times article says that's simply not true.

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August 31, 2015 5:22 PM

To artist, towering subject matter drives Dylan mural

At work on a five-story painting, the renowned Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra says Bob Dylan is a "very respected" figure in his country.

by Euan Kerr

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August 31, 2015 3:27 PM

Bees feel the squeeze as cropland consumes habitat

North Dakota and Minnesota researchers studying Midwest bee health and land use say a shifting agricultural landscape is making it harder for bees to find enough food.

by Dan Gunderson

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August 31, 2015 6:36 AM

General Mills pledges to cut carbon emissions by nearly 30 percent

The Golden Valley-based food company says among other things, it'll invest $100 million in clean energy and energy efficiency for its facilities.

by Matt Sepic

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August 31, 2015 12:00 AM

Faces of the Fair: Sweet Martha's Cookie Jar

There are few State Fair foods more iconic than Sweet Martha's cookies. The fair staple started modestly in a 9-by-11 stand built in Martha Rossini Olson's backyard and filled with rented equipment.

by Tom Crann

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August 28, 2015 4:01 PM

How to become a food vendor at the Minnesota State Fair

There are 247 licensed food vendors at the Minnesota State Fair selling more than 500 food items. And the thought has occurred to many fairgoers with an idea for a bite to sell: How do I get one of those coveted spots?

by Tim Nelson