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July 10, 2014 5:31 PM

Bean Hole Days takes baked beans to a new level

Since 1938, people in Pequot Lakes, Minn. have been gathering for the sake of beans. Bean Hole Days got its start when local businessmen held a bean feed to thank farmers for their support of area businesses. Today, thousands flock to Trailside Park to celebrate and dine on beans cooked overnight in cast iron pots covered in a wood-fired pit.

by Jeffrey Thompson

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July 9, 2014 8:00 AM

Our favorite photos of obsessed World Cup fans in Brazil

FIFA, the soccer World Cup organizers, say there were more than 11 million ticket requests for the month-long event this year in Brazil. As the tournament progresses, we're collecting our favorite photos of just how emotional an colorful some of those fans can get.

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July 7, 2014 11:38 AM

In dance performance, story unfolds floor by floor

The Turnblad Mansion -- from its kitchen to bathroom to stairwells -- is the set for the world premiere dance-theater piece KOM HIT! (Swedish for "Come here!").

by Nikki Tundel

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July 7, 2014 6:20 AM

At the Twin Cities Hmong festival, athletes, artists and food share top bill

The Hmong Freedom Celebration 34th Annual Sport Festival, held at Como Park, had two days packed with soccer, flag football, and Hmong games Hmoob Tujlub and Ka tao, dancing, food and crafts.

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June 29, 2014 10:38 PM

Henderson Sauerkraut Days are sweet and sour fun

For more than 80 years, Henderson's Sauerkraut Days has celebrated pickled cabbage. The week-long festival features two parades, a classic car cruise, a softball tournament and music. It's capped off with a sauerkraut eating contest.

by Jennifer Simonson

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June 24, 2014 2:37 PM

Photos: Even though the rain has stopped, the waters keep rising

Across the southern part of Minnesota, the waters continue to rise in spite of drier weather. Roads and highways are closed, basements are flooded, and the sand bagging goes on.

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June 23, 2014 6:59 AM

In Perham, turtles are a cause for celebration

Perham's annual Turtle Fest pits turtle against turtle in races and brings folks from all over to cheer them on. Photojournalist Derek Montgomery stopped by to capture the not-so-speedy fun.

by Derek Montgomery

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June 22, 2014 11:46 PM

Photos: US fans' World Cup hope and anguish in Minneapolis

Fans gathered at Nomad World Pub in Minneapolis to watch in hope and anguish as the U.S. and Portugal met in a tough game in the World Cup on Sunday, fighting in the end to a draw. Photojournalist William Matsuda documented the emotional highs and lows of the game.

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June 19, 2014 7:36 PM

Photos: Kayaker braves raging Minnehaha Falls

Professional kayaker Hunt Jennings (backed by his professional safety team) took on the teeming waters of Minnehaha Falls Thursday evening, the same day Minnehaha Creek's water level reached an all-time record high, rising more than a foot and a half.

by Jennifer Simonson

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June 19, 2014 11:51 AM

It just keeps raining. And raining.

Record rainfalls Thursday added to what's been a miserable week of rain, causing flooded streets, farm fields and homes.

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