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August 19, 2011 6:38 AM

Justice Breyer honors judge known for integration ruling

The opening of a new school in Fargo is generating a larger than usual buzz in the community. The Sunday dedication will feature U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer.

by Dan Gunderson

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August 17, 2011 5:19 AM

Farmers keep quiet over American Crystal lockout

Farmers stick to the sidelines in American Crystal lockout.

by Michael Olson

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August 16, 2011 6:58 AM

Icebox Radio Theater to premiere romantic comedy in International Falls

The non-profit International Falls arts group Icebox Radio Theater continues its "Koochi-Koochi Tour" Wednesday with the premiere of the romantic comedy "Love Lines," written by International Falls Icebox founder Jeffrey Adams. The play will be performed at 7 p.m. in the bandshell in the Falls' Smokey Bear Park.

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August 15, 2011 5:59 AM

Around MN: Obama comes to Cannon Falls

President Barack Obama has touched down in Minnesota moments ahead of his first address of five in the Midwest that will focus on the economy.

by Michael Olson

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August 12, 2011 9:20 AM

Bemidji bridge funding will complete Paul Bunyan Trail

The final budget that came out of the state government shutdown compromise includes some good news for Bemidji. It provides the city $1.8 million to build a pedestrian, bike and snowmobile trail bridge over state Highway 197 at the south end of town.

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August 12, 2011 5:22 AM

Around MN: Asian carp a boon?

For many people, Asian carp are proving more boon than bane.

by Michael Olson

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August 11, 2011 10:43 AM

Making micro flying machines

Students in the International Aerial Robotics Competition spend up to a year designing and building small robotic aircraft from scratch.

by Dan Gunderson

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August 11, 2011 6:29 AM

Around MN: Bachmann’s call for Stillwater bridge noticed

Could U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann's talking points on government spending derail the Stillwater bridge project?

by Michael Olson

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August 10, 2011 4:59 AM

Around MN: A return to civility?

Two points do not make a trend, but it is worth noting that the town halls hosted by U.S. Reps. Betty McCollum and Chip Cravaack last night were civil.

by Michael Olson

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August 9, 2011 4:59 AM

Around MN: NOW defends Bachmann against Newsweek cover

"It's sexist," NOW president Terry O'Neill told The Daily Caller.

by Michael Olson

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