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Hopes high, security tight as Minn. medical marijuana era nears

Hopes high, security tight as Minn. medical marijuana era nears

Medical marijuana will be legal in the state starting July 1. One of the manufacturers has a plant up and running with "casino grade" security. Here's what it's like inside.
by Tim Nelson

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Reagan's trip to Germany inspired the Ramones

Reagan's trip to Germany inspired the Ramones

Today's Morning Edition music features the Ramones' "Bonzo Goes to Bitburg," which was written about President Ronald Reagan's visit to a German cemetery.

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MNsure leader leaving at a delicate time for the exchange

MNsure leader leaving at a delicate time for the exchange

MNsure will soon have its third chief executive in less than two years.

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'Right to Try' bill sponsor finds widespread support

The bill has passed both the House and Senate and Gov. Mark Dayton has indicated that he will sign it.

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Broccoli and big ag share space on Red River Valley farm

Broccoli and big ag share space on Red River Valley farm

Two generations of a Red River Valley family find that organic and conventional farming can coexist on the family farm.
by Dan Gunderson

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Beauty of Upper Peninsula inspires Esto's new album

Minneapolis singer Esto says, "I want people to find beauty in the U.P. The area doesn't get enough credit."

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For Minnesota turkey farmers, bird flu is the crisis of a lifetime

For Minnesota turkey farmers, bird flu is the crisis of a lifetime

Producers have lost millions from the spreading H5N2 virus. Farmers are keeping almost constant watch over their birds, supporting each other and wondering which farm will be next.
by Mark Steil

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Minnesota's medical marijuana suppliers to open in July

Minnesota's medical marijuana suppliers to open in July

Minnesota Medical Solutions, the state's biggest initial provider of medical marijuana, has its growing operation up to capacity. Another company, Leafline Labs, also will be ready this summer.
by Tim Nelson

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