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Statewide Blog

Racists to rally in Duluth, redistricting reverberations, small town rhymes

New political boundaries drawn for Minnesota; Michele Bachmann catches break in Minnesota congressional map; Subtle changes in the 1st and 2nd Districts; New boundaries create open seats in Central Minnesota; Range retains similar legislative delegation;
by Michael Olson

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Fighting Sioux nickname lingers, redistricting maps out today

Fighting Sioux nickname lingers, redistricting maps out today

UND Fighting Sioux nickname battle refuses to die; UMD fans again warned over 'offensive' chants; Bachmann to run, regardless of map; Will new redistricting map bring Minnesota more competitive US House Races?; Fatal crashes near Alexandria; Ron Paul: Don't tell farmers what to raise, sell; Priest's suicide saddens Fargo diocese
by Michael Olson

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Quarry plan faces more hurdles

Quarry plan faces more hurdles

A disputed plan to quarry granite along the Minnesota River in the western part of the state has moved a step forward. But it may also face a significant new hurdle. The Big Stone County Planning Commission recommends the county require Strata Corporation to address environmental issues. Opponents say the quarry would cause irreversible damage to a scenic leg of the Upper Minnesota River.
by Mark Steil

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Bingo is back

Bingo is back

What was viewed as the retiree's, pensioner's and widow's past time swooned a bit a decade ago, but in Minnesota some easing of charitable gaming rules is bringing players back to the parlors.
by Dan Olson

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Oil field danger, human trafficking in Minn., Bong’s tale takes flight

Widow of oil worker hopes others won't take decision to work in oil fields lightly; Minnesota: A human trafficking battleground; Minnesota House passes bill stripping seniority as key factor in teacher layoffs; Chairwoman says Fond du Lac Band made 'great inroads' in 2011
by Michael Olson

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