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Group plans Minn. museum of African American history

Group plans Minn. museum of African American history

A local group is working to open Minnesota's first museum devoted to the state's African American history. They've purchased an historic Minneapolis mansion, and need to complete a $5 million fundraising campaign to turn it into a museum.
by Rupa Shenoy

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Service clubs struggle with rising costs, aging members

Service clubs struggle with rising costs, aging members

The American Legion in Worthington demonstrates how much times have changed for service organizations like the Legion and the VFW. In the 1970s, you couldn't find a seat in the lounge.
by Mark Steil

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When "good enough" will do

When "good enough" will do

Single at age 40, writer Lori Gottlieb started to wonder if looking for the perfect mate was the best approach to dating. Her new book examines the case for settling and chronicles her attempts to find Mr. "good enough."

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After 1 month of chaos, Haitians help themselves

After 1 month of chaos, Haitians help themselves

In the month since the worst disaster in Haitian history, an enormous international aid effort has not provided the people of a Haitian neighborhood with the food, shelter and security they need. So they built a new community from scratch.

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China urges US to cancel meeting with Dalai Lama

China urged the United States on Friday to immediately cancel plans for President Barack Obama to meet with the Dalai Lama next week, warning the move could further hurt ties.

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Minn. Senate votes to extend GAMC health program

The Minnesota Senate has voted to extend the General Assistance Medical Care program due to run out of money next month.

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Minn. group rallies for gay marriage at Capitol

Gay rights supporters are rallying at the Capitol to push for gay marriage in Minnesota.

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Foreclosure numbers too high, local experts say

Foreclosure numbers too high, local experts say

A national housing data firm reported Thursday that foreclosure activity in Minnesota dropped nearly 16 percent in recent months, but other groups say the data is tainted.
by Annie Baxter

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Director says themes in Noel Coward's 'Brief Encounter' remain timeless

Director says themes in Noel Coward's 'Brief Encounter' remain timeless

It's been 70 years since Noel Coward's movie "Brief Encounter" became an international sensation, but the director of an acclaimed new theatrical adaptation says the story has lost none of its emotional punch. The production by the British Kneehigh Theater opens at the Guthrie in Minneapolis this weekend.
by Euan Kerr

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St. Kate's exhibit features women in Islamic world

An exhibit celebrating women artists from Islamic culture is now open at St. Catherine University in St. Paul.

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