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Minneapolis winter bird count delivers thrills on the wing

Minneapolis winter bird count delivers thrills on the wing

Birders by the dozens headed outdoors Sunday for the third Minneapolis West Circle Winter Bird Count. While totals are still being tallied, the joy of birding and community was abundant, along with rare finds like the long-eared owl.
by Anika Besst

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Two people charged with animal abuse after dozens of cats, dogs seized in Beltrami County

Two people charged with animal abuse after dozens of cats, dogs seized in Beltrami County

Authorities said 64 dogs and cats were removed from the property last week, and brought to Animal Humane Society in the Twin Cities. But deputies had counted well over 200 animals on previous visits.
by Peter Cox

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Southeast corner of Minnesota remains chronic wasting disease hotspot 

Southeast corner of Minnesota remains chronic wasting disease hotspot 

Early chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing results from this year’s firearms deer hunt shows the always-fatal infection has not spread to other parts of the state but remains high in places which were already a concern.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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The National Dog Show explained: How a dog contest became a Thanksgiving tradition

The National Dog Show explained: How a dog contest became a Thanksgiving tradition

Football isn't the only thing Americans like to watch on Thanksgiving. The National Dog Show continues its decades-long run, this time with a brand new breed. Here's what to know and how to watch.
by Rachel Treisman

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Joe Biden begins final White House holiday season with turkey pardons for 'Peach' and 'Blossom'

Joe Biden begins final White House holiday season with turkey pardons for 'Peach' and 'Blossom'

President Joe Biden has kicked off his final holiday season at the White House, issuing the traditional reprieve to two turkeys who will bypass the Thanksgiving table to live out their days in Minnesota.
by The Associated Press

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How a Northfield farmer picks which of his turkeys to have pardoned at White House

How a Northfield farmer picks which of his turkeys to have pardoned at White House

The competition to meet the president started months ago when John Zimmerman, his son and neighbors began examining 44 turkeys from his flock for the Thanksgiving honor.
by Todd Melby

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Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard tracks the desert black rhino in northwest Namibia

Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard tracks the desert black rhino in northwest Namibia

Namibia, in southwest Africa, has the largest population of black rhinos and has done something that few other places have been able to do — greatly reduce poaching for their horns and preserve this unique ecosystem.
by Sven Sundgaard

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