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Canadian power storage won’t count in Minnesota

Canadian power storage won’t count in Minnesota

Duluth-based Minnesota Power has entered a contract with Manitoba Hydro to help decrease the power company's reliance on coal-based energy sources. The move that increases use of renewable energy won't help the company meet a state requirement to do just that.
by Michael Olson

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Bob Dylan’s roots revisited

Bob Dylan’s roots revisited

There is a reoccurring theme that comes up in discussions about Bob Dylan. It's an assumption that he doesn't really like his home state. The Duluth News Tribune has released an interview with Dylan that challenges that assumption.
by Michael Olson

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Becker County weighs timber against conservation

Becker County weighs timber against conservation

Becker County is holding a public hearing tonight to help determine the direction of a new recreational plan that will inform land use decisions in northwestern Minnesota. The county like many communities in northern Minnesota is trying to figure out how to balance tourism and conservation with sustainable use of natural resources.
by Michael Olson

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NW Minnesota brothers honored for building companies

Glen and Dennis Brazier, two brothers from XXX were inducted today into the IDEA Hall of Fame, an organization to recognize entrepreneurs in northwest Minnesota. They learned their entrepreneurial skills growing up on a northwest Minnesota farm.
by Dan Gunderson

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Duluth schools to cut 38 teaching jobs

Duluth schools to cut 38 teaching jobs

The Duluth School Board approved the elimination of 12 teaching positions as a way to address a $5.7 million budget shortfall. Another 26 tenured position are expected to be cut soon.
by Michael Olson

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Farmers need good weather

This latest crop progress report says 47 percent of the Minnesota corn crop is planted, up from 28 percent a week ago.
by Mark Steil

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