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See Iceland's volcanic eruption for the ages
For more than a month, the county's Bardarbunga volcano has been rocked by hundreds of daily tremors. The activity shows no signs of abating.
Crane lifts golden charioteer from state Capitol for repair
The chariot driver from the Quadriga on top of the Minnesota Capitol was lifted away from his four golden horses Tuesday morning for repairs. He is expected to be back in about three months.
Photos: Picking your own makes apples seem a little sweeter
Although it's early in the fall apple season, apple growers are starting to harvest and invite guests to pick a variety of apples on their own. This week, the Aamodt's Apple Farm in Stillwater is open for visitors to pick Sweet Sixteen apples, and visitors took advantage of the good weather.
Photos: Vikings beat the Rams
The Minnesota Vikings opened up the season with a 34-6 win over the Rams in St. Louis.
Out with the old school, in with the new in Wells
Classes started Wednesday for United South Central Schools' students in the southern Minnesota town of Wells. The new academic year means the celebration of a new building as well as an opportunity to honor memories at the old.