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The melt continues in Minnesota this week

According to retired University of Minnesota meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley, a prolonged dry spell and frequent freezing temperatures at night have helped keep many rivers at manageable levels.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Mild weekend temps with showers at times; April snow revisited

Mild weekend temps with showers at times; April snow revisited

On Saturday, the southern third of Minnesota should top 60, with 50s in central Minnesota and 40s far north. Twin Cities metro area highs are projected to reach the upper 60s Monday, followed by upper 50s Tuesday, 50 Wednesday and mid 40s Thursday.
by Ron Trenda

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April shower chances; Red River on the rise at Fargo

April shower chances; Red River on the rise at Fargo

Most of Minnesota will see highs in the 40s Thursday afternoon, with some 30s up along the North Shore of Lake Superior. A few spots in central Minnesota could touch 50 degrees, while the metro area probably peaks in the upper 40s.
by Ron Trenda

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Closed off by flooding, Henderson copes by throwing a party; Red River continues its rise

Closed off by flooding, Henderson copes by throwing a party; Red River continues its rise

The south-central Minnesota town of Henderson is throwing its first-ever Flood Fest to embrace the flood that's closed off crucial roads, and to call attention to the need for flood mitigation. Meanwhile, in the Red River Valley, all eyes are on the gauges.
by Cody Nelson and MPR News Staff

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Nice early spring day; mild wet weekend ahead

Nice early spring day; mild wet weekend ahead

April showers return to the weather picture across southern Minnesota Thursday and this weekend. Spotty light showers across southern Minnesota Thursday. Scattered showers Saturday, with more widespread rain Sunday.
by Paul Huttner

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'It has a temper': Floodwaters test a Red River Valley family farm

'It has a temper': Floodwaters test a Red River Valley family farm

Dry weather and a slow snow melt has lowered the flood risk for the cities along the Red River. But just beyond them, across the countryside, farmers and rural residents are still preparing for flooding that might isolate them for days.
by Dan Gunderson

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