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September starts off warmer than normal in Minnesota

September starts off warmer than normal in Minnesota

The month of September has clearly started warm, with daily average temperatures at most locations in Minnesota running from 5°F to 9°F above normal.
by Elena See and Aron Woldeslassie

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Morning Announcements for Sept. 4

Morning Announcements for Sept. 4

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, Sept. 4. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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How will Minnesota's drought conditions affect fall colors this year?

How will Minnesota's drought conditions affect fall colors this year?

There are clear impacts of drought, such as poor crops and increased fire danger. But the affect that drought has on Minnesota’s trees can be less obvious — and take longer to become evident.
by Phineas Pope

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Morning Announcements for Sept. 3

Morning Announcements for Sept. 3

These are the Morning Announcements for Thursday, Sept. 3. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Morning Announcements for Sept. 2

Morning Announcements for Sept. 2

These are the Morning Announcements for Wednesday, Sept. 2. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Morning Announcements for Aug. 31 and Sept. 1

Morning Announcements for Aug. 31 and Sept. 1

These are the Morning Announcements for Monday, Aug. 31, and Tuesday, Sept. 1. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Morning Announcements for Aug. 28

Morning Announcements for Aug. 28

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, Aug. 28. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Minnesota activates drought task force as conditions worsen

Minnesota activates drought task force as conditions worsen

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Randall Doneen, deputy director of Minnesota’s Department of Natural Resources’s ecological and water resources division, about the state’s drought task force.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aron Woldeslassie

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