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Small towns and energy focus of symposium

Small towns and energy focus of symposium

The sixth annual Symposium on Small Towns will help rural community leaders with ways to make their governments and schools more energy efficient.
by Tim Post

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Speaking out for human rights

Speaking out for human rights

Human rights advocate and University of Minnesota professor Barbara Frey and Kerry Kennedy, who established the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Center for Human Rights in honor of her father, appeared together for a discussion about human rights as part of the University of Minnesota's Great Conversations series.

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Out with the old, in with the new

Out with the old, in with the new

Every New Year's Eve we make resolutions to change our ways, but rarely do we follow through, because habits are hard to break. But one expert says creating new habits isn't as daunting as it seems.

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A new way of working

A new way of working

Two workplace experts say bosses should emphasize results rather than strict hours to revolutionize the workplace. Midmorning asks if time flexibility will still get the job done and further your career.

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Another bar ticketed for smoking ban violation

Another bar ticketed for smoking ban violation

A judge has ruled against another bar owner for violating the statewide smoking ban. Tank's Bar in Babbitt was the first bar in the state to be ticketed for violating the law.
by Jessica Mador

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Theater veterans reconsider 'The Gin Game'

Theater veterans reconsider 'The Gin Game'

This weekend, two stage veterans who have worked together on and off since the early 1960s will present their latest collaboration. Wendy Lehr and Bain Boehlke will perform "The Gin Game" at the Jungle Theater in Minneapolis.
by Euan Kerr

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Immigrants always welcome

Immigrants always welcome

The east end of University Ave. reflects the rich cultural diversity of the people who live and work here, and give this section of the avenue its distinct character. This area is the most ethnically diverse and fastest-growing neighborhood in the city of St. Paul.
by Jessica Mador

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Gay marriage debate fueled by California ruling

Gay marriage debate fueled by California ruling

The California Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex marriage is legal in their state, and the political backlash is just beginning. Midmorning examines the future for gay marriage in other states, and what recent polling is showing about public support.

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Divided, and united, by debate

Divided, and united, by debate

Many Americans complain about the partisan divide, but longtime political reporter Howard Fineman observes that we are a nation born to debate. And in his new book, he says we don't argue enough about the founding principles of our nation.

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