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May 20, 2019 12:00 AM

The most common mistake a gardener can make? Skipping their homework

Horticulturist Julie Weisenhorn says that before gardeners consider any additions to their backyard, they need to learn more about their soil.

by Manda Lillie, Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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May 17, 2019 12:00 AM

Still no budget agreement as deadline looms

DFL Gov. Tim Walz and legislative leaders have been meeting behind closed doors for several days, but haven't yet agreed on the state's next two-year budget. Time is running out. They're required to adjourn the regular session by midnight this coming Monday, May 20.

by Angela Davis

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May 16, 2019 3:48 PM

How to make youth sports fun again

Youth sports are highly competitive and parents on the sidelines can be rowdy. How do we put the fun into the game?

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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May 15, 2019 2:45 PM

Tools for teens and young adults navigating mental health

One in five teenagers and young adults lives with a mental health condition, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. A psychologist and a youth educator joined host Angela Davis to talk about mental health and young adults.

by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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May 14, 2019 4:21 PM

A conversation with MPR's education reporter

K-12 reporter Elizabeth Shockman and editor Eric Ringham sat down with Angela to talk about the stories they've recently worked on.

by Eric Ringham, Elizabeth Shockman and Angela Davis

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May 13, 2019 1:54 PM

'Black-ish' mother-in-law coming to St. Paul

Actress Jenifer Lewis spoke to host Angela Davis about her life with bipolar disorder.

by Angela Davis

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May 13, 2019 12:00 AM

Memorial weekend road trip guide

Where should you go this Memorial weekend? We have suggestions.

by Manda Lillie and Angela Davis

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May 10, 2019 12:00 AM

Capitol update: Republicans and Democrats are miles apart on budget

Could there be a special session? Maybe, says reporter Brian Bakst, but we're not there yet.

by Brian Bakst, Manda Lillie and Angela Davis

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May 8, 2019 11:44 AM

Think you need mental health care? Here's a place to start

Half of adults in the U.S. will experience a mental illness at some point in their life, but treatment options abound. Here are some tips for starting your journey toward better mental health.

by Jeyca Maldonado-Medina