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Some Grandma's marathoners running with special purpose

In just a few days, thousands of runners will take off from a spot on Highway 61 outside Two Harbors, and run 26.2 miles along the North Shore and through Duluth, and finishing at the city's lift bridge. It's Grandma's marathon, and this year, there will be a group running the half and full marathon with special intent.

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Gophers breaking ground on new ballpark

The University of Minnesota has scheduled a Monday afternoon ceremony at Siebert Field, which has been slated for replacement on the same site at the north edge of campus.

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French Open men's final suspended by rain

The final between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic was called for the day because of rain Sunday with Nadal clinging to a 6-4, 6-3, 2-6, 1-2 lead.

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Vikings stadium could be Lanning's legacy

Vikings stadium could be Lanning's legacy

Morrie Lanning, chief author of the stadium bill, reflects on 39 years in public service.

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Union Rags nips Paynter to win Belmont Stakes

Union Rags nips Paynter to win Belmont Stakes

Union Rags nipped Paynter at the wire in a photo finish to win the Belmont Stakes on Saturday.

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I'll Have Another retired before Triple Crown try

I'll Have Another retired before Triple Crown try

The retirement of I'll Have Another followed a series of setbacks for the colt.

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Sharapova defeats Errani for French Open title

Sharapova defeats Errani for French Open title

Maria Sharapova won the French Open on Saturday, defeating Sara Errani 6-3, 6-2 in the final at Roland Garros to complete the career Grand Slam.

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The Week in Commentary

A summary of the week's commentaries and some of the responses they generated.

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Regatta brings windsurfers from Midwest to compete

Regatta brings windsurfers from Midwest to compete

Windsurfers from around the Midwest compete in a regatta this weekend in southwestern Minnesota.
by Mark Steil

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I'll Have Another scratched from Belmont

I'll Have Another scratched from Belmont

I'll Have Another's bid for a Triple Crown ended with the shocking news that the colt was out of the Belmont Stakes due to a swollen left front tendon.

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