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Deficit leaves lawmakers with painful math problem

Deficit leaves lawmakers with painful math problem

Now that Minnesota lawmakers have a better idea of the budget problem they're facing, some want to take decisive action quickly to start closing the $2.4 billion projected deficit. But they also don’t know how federal assistance will shake out or how long the pandemic — and the economic fallout — will last.
by Brian Bakst

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Processing plant closures put spotlight on ag supply chain

Processing plant closures put spotlight on ag supply chain

The JBS pork processing plant in Worthington partially re-opened Wednesday, after closing two weeks ago to stem a COVID-19 outbreak among workers. Its closure, coupled with that of another massive pork plant in nearby Sioux Falls, has caused major disruptions in the pork industry.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Sorry, we have to cancel: Minnesota resorts worry about their survival

Sorry, we have to cancel: Minnesota resorts worry about their survival

Many vacationers are canceling resort reservations because of the coronavirus pandemic. Some resorts have chosen not to open at all. Those that do are having to reimagine the summer experience in the era of social distancing.
by Dan Gunderson

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MN hospitals welcome return of elective procedures; nurses union wary of move

MN hospitals welcome return of elective procedures; nurses union wary of move

In an executive order Tuesday, Gov. Tim Walz lifted the temporary ban that he imposed seven weeks ago, which was part of an effort to save scarce masks and gowns for the COVID-19 fight.
by Matt Sepic

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Former Medtronic CEO: 'The office is going to change dramatically'

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked with Bill George about how the corporate sector is weathering the pandemic — and what changes could come to business in a post-pandemic world.
by Cathy Wurzer

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An uncertain fall means once college-bound students are weighing their options

An uncertain fall means once college-bound students are weighing their options

The unpredictability of COVID-19 has many Minnesota high school seniors reconsidering plans to enroll in college this fall. Many schools are preparing for declining student enrollment and a financial fallout.
by Hannah Yang

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