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January 31, 2013 3:27 PM

Zebra mussel larvae in Lake Winnibigoshish

The DNR will add Lake Winnibigoshish in north central Minnesota to its list of waters infested with zebra mussels.

by Tom Robertson

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January 31, 2013 12:35 PM

Meet Mel Dickie, a 92-year-old substitute teacher and fishing rod master

Rochester resident Mel Dickie, 92, has taught hundreds of kids how to make custom fishing rods in community education classes. And two years ago, at age 90, he became a substitute teacher.

by Dan Olson

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January 31, 2013 12:22 PM

Bridge collapse survivors request mementos

Survivors of the Interstate 35W bridge collapse in Minneapolis may be able to keep a piece of scrap steel as a reminder of the historic event.

by Tim Nelson

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January 31, 2013 11:23 AM

Teacher accused of student assault has died

A former Bemidji elementary teacher accused of molesting young children on school property has been found dead.

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January 31, 2013 8:30 AM

If your plan is to grow old stay active

Reaching 90 is to some degree based on the luck of the draw, winning the birth lottery, if you will.

by Dan Olson

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January 31, 2013 5:00 AM

Ad agencies should be on their game the year round

Memorable commercials would serve clients on days besides Super Bowl Sunday.

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January 31, 2013 4:00 AM

Mayo Clinic's 'destination medical center' needs taxpayer help

Mayo proposes to invest billions over two decades to make Rochester and surrounding communities a "destination medical center." But to get that done, Mayo needs help from taxpayers.

by Elizabeth Baier

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January 30, 2013 11:00 PM

Is an investment in the Mayo Clinic project a good use of state money?

The Mayo Clinic is seeking more than $500 million from the state as part of a $6 billion growth plan for the clinic. Part of the funding would be used to make Rochester a more desirable destination. Today’s Question: Is an investment in the Mayo Clinic project a good use of state money?

by Eric Ringham

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January 30, 2013 8:12 PM

Hofstede claims stadium retaliation

Diane Hofstede says her colleagues on the Minneapolis City Council are retaliating against her for supporting the Vikings stadium.

by Curtis Gilbert

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January 30, 2013 6:50 PM

Head of Mayo Clinic describes plans for 'destination medical center'

Mayo Clinic president and CEO John Noseworthy announced a plan to invest and expand in Minnesota, building a "destination medical center." Noseworthy speaks with MPR's Tom Crann.

by Tom Crann

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