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Lifestyle

Latest Canterbury casino plan promises more slots, profits

The owners of Canterbury Park are raising the stakes in the gambling expansion debate at the Capitol. The horse track and card club in Shakopee Wednesday released a plan to add 3,000 slot machines and 40 black jack tables to the existing facility. In exchange, the state would get a share of the profits.

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Schumacher's Hotel in New Prague to close

A popular restaurant and hotel in New Prague, Minnesota is closing. Schumacher's Hotel opened in 1974, and is well known in large part because of its owner and award-winning chef, John Schumacher. Schumacher announced his plans to close the place at the end of May. He spoke with MPR's Cathy Wurzer.
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Don't bet on gaming

People who have struggled with gambling addiction aren't welcoming plans for a new Minnesota casino.

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Pawlenty, tribal leaders unveil casino proposal

Gov. Tim Pawlenty toured the state Friday with officials from three Minnesota Indian tribes to pitch a state-tribal partnership for a new casino in the Twin Cities metro area. But the plan immediately came in for harsh criticism from the state's other eight Indian tribes and some lawmakers.

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The Garden Guru

Gardens in Minnesota will be emerging from winter doldrums soon. Deb Brown has ideas for getting ready for the growing season.

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Pawlenty reaches casino deal with three northern tribes

Gov. Tim Pawlenty and three tribes have reportedly reached a deal on a Twin Cities casino venture between the tribes and the state. The governor and tribal leaders are set to unveil the details of the plan Friday.

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The thrill of the grill

Barbecue guru Steven Raichlen discusses the art of cooking food over a fire. The award-winning author shares tips and tales about barbecuing.

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The buzz on caffeine

Caffeine is the world's most commonly used stimulant. Some researchers are saying that caffeine withdrawal should now be classified as a psychiatric disorder. Midmorning examines the origins and impacts of the popular drug.

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The chemistry of cooking

Midmorning explores the science of food with one of the world's top authorities on kitchen alchemy.

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The Garden Guru

The latest All-America Selections were announced this month, but will these new flowers and vegetables grow in Minnesota? Midmorning's Garden Guru weighs in on the award winners.

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