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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini is journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s reporting that puts people first with live, down-to-earth, unscripted interviews that aim to inform and entertain. Tune in to Minnesota Now weekdays at noon on the radio or the live audio stream at mprnews.org.

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‘Spreading joy through two ropes’: Rondo Double Dutch shares skills with new generation

‘Spreading joy through two ropes’: Rondo Double Dutch shares skills with new generation

Rondo Double Dutch is the brainchild of Mercedes Yarbrough, an educator who wanted to bring Double Dutch to young people in her community. She joined up with Jelahn Prentiss to expand her vision for the program.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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How much can Dry January improve your health?

How much can Dry January improve your health?

For many, the new year is an opportunity to reset their relationship with alcohol. The roots of the health trend go as far back as 1942. A psychiatrist explains the difference it can make.
by Nina Moini and Ellie Roth

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Minnesota licenses first ever Karen language teachers

Minnesota licenses first ever Karen language teachers

There’s a growing group of teachers that are now licensed to teach heritage languages in Minnesota schools such as Hmong, Karen and Somali.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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State releases first survey on how long COVID has impacted Minnesotans

State releases first survey on how long COVID has impacted Minnesotans

The Minnesota Department of Health survey of 1,270 respondents found 40 percent experiences long-term COVID symptoms. Though limited, officials say it helps them understand the impact of the pandemic.
by Nina Moini, Ellen Finn and Alanna Elder

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Minnesota Legislature gavels in with House DFL lawmakers absent

Minnesota Legislature gavels in with House DFL lawmakers absent

The Minnesota Legislature officially began its 2025 session Tuesday at noon. With the DFL and GOP sharing power in the Senate and disputing control of the House, the start of the 2025 session has been strange to say the least.
by Nina Moini and Peter Cox

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