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When a Minnesota newspaper editor fell ill, the community kept the paper going

When a Minnesota newspaper editor fell ill, the community kept the paper going

Dozens of people in Two Harbors have pitched into help keep the Lake County Press publishing as editor Kate “Kitty” Mayo battled ocular lymphoma, a rare and aggressive cancer.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Morning Announcements for June 23

Morning Announcements for June 23

These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, June 23. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Early voting starts Friday. What do voters need to know?

Early voting starts Friday. What do voters need to know?

This Friday is the start of early voting for the 2026 primary election and election officials are expecting a spike in turnout.
by Cait Kelley

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Morning Announcements for June 22

Morning Announcements for June 22

These are the Morning Announcements for Monday, June 22. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Minneapolis donors gave as ICE surged, but eviction filings are rising

Minneapolis donors gave as ICE surged, but eviction filings are rising

Residents organized to keep their neighbors housed during Operation Metro Surge, and convinced state legislators to pass a rent relief bill in May. Some fear it won’t be enough.
by Cari Spencer

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Morning Announcements for June 19

Morning Announcements for June 19

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, June 19. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Minnesota muskie plan encourages anglers to track the elusive trophy fish

Minnesota muskie plan encourages anglers to track the elusive trophy fish

Private clubs, businesses, researchers and local and tribal governments spent the past three years working with the state developing a long-range plan for muskie, short for muskellunge. It's the first long-term plan since 2008 and runs through 2040.
by Seth Richardson

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