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Morning Edition, with Cathy Wurzer in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington and Los Angeles, brings you all the news from overnight and the information you need to start your day. Listen from 4 to 9 a.m. every weekday.

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Fergus Falls band to recreate a 1970s-era variety show

The Fergus Falls-based band Daniel will perform at the Nomad World Pub in Minneapolis every Thursday this month.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Nicki Bluhm & the Gramblers to play in Minneapolis tonight

Band members have been releasing a series of YouTube videos recorded on the road in a van as they drive from one gig to another.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Walker says his health plan puts families 'back in charge'

Walker says his health plan puts families 'back in charge'

Campaigning for the Republican presidential nomination, the Wisconsin governor unveiled a plan that uses some familiar GOP ideas.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Changing religions, changing names

Changing religions, changing names

Changing a name after converting can be a healthy outer reflection of an inward shift, but Tamara Gray says that not making the simple change mindfully can lead into unhealthy territory
by Haleema Shah

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Minnesota counties, Otto tangle over audits

State Auditor Rebecca Otto has asked counties for a three-year audit contract now -- in advance of a new law. Not everyone is keen on making the commitment.

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40 years ago: 'Jive Talkin'' tops the charts

The Bee Gees' hit single was a comeback of sorts as the band reinvented itself as a disco act.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Minn. craft brewers, Smack Shack win airport spots

Minn. craft brewers, Smack Shack win airport spots

The Metropolitan Airports Commission approved a set of new concession bids Monday, as a once-a-decade-or-so refresh of retail and restaurant offerings in Terminal 1 moves forward.
by Tim Nelson

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