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University of Minnesota researchers: More nature, less concrete to control Mississippi River flooding
Star Tribune - Minnesota
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July 5, 2025
The concrete walls and barriers that line much of the Mississippi River along cities in the Upper Midwest aren’t suited for managing floods.Certain hot spots, including portions in St. Paul, brace for flooding each spring when the river frequently...
Report details environmental impacts of proposed Crow Wing County Landfill expansion
Brainerd Dispatch - Minnesota
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July 5, 2025
BRAINERD — The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency published a report on the potential environmental impacts of the proposed expansion to the Crow Wing County Landfill. The public is invited to comment on the environmental assessment worksheet,...
What Happened to Karlie Samuelson? Digging Deeper Into the Injury That Ruled Minnesota Lynx Star Out for the Season
Essentially Sports
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July 5, 2025
Karlie Samuelson received quite a surprise after turning off the airplane mode. She was traded from the Washington Mystics to the Minnesota Lynx in exchange for a 2026 first-round pick, mid-air. “Traded mid 10-hour flight with no wifi is...
Minnesota’s Haitian community at risk for deportation as Trump ends TPS designation
Sahan Journal - Minnesota
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July 2, 2025
Stay informed. Sign up for Sahan Sunday, our weekly newsletter with Minnesota news you need to know. This story is provided to you free of charge. We’re glad you're here! If fair, free journalism matters to you, please support us! Update: A...
RI Veterans: Did you know? 10.07.25 (Resources, Benefits and Local Events) – John A. Cianci
RI News Today - Rhode Island
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July 10, 2025
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Governor Signs Bill That Waives Registration and Transfer Fees for Bronze Star Medal License Plate On June 13, 2025, Governor Dan McKee signs a bill ( S0076A) into law. The bill removes the...
They had the smoke: HBCU legends who left mark in Major League Baseball
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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ExploreHBCU Swingman Classic to showcase talent to kick off MLB All-Star weekend Credit: Courtesy Marvin Freeman Marvin Freeman, who played for the Atlanta Braves from 1990-93, pitches during his college days at Jackson State University. (Courtesy...
In the news today: U.S. smoke complaints, Vancouver safety review, weak condo market
Moose Jaw Today
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Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Republicans call on Canada to curb wildfires Six Republican...
Natural burials may soon be legal in NJ: What to know
Asbury Park Press - New Jersey
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A bill that would allow for the “natural organic reduction” or “controlled supervised decomposition” of human remains is currently sitting on Gov. Phil Murphy’s desk. First introduced last year by then-Assemblyman and now U.S. Rep. Herb Conaway,...
Minnesota restaurant openings & closings for June 2025
Bring Me The News - Minnesota
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July 1, 2025
Patio season is in full swing, and Minnesotans can enjoy an array of new restaurants this summer. Here are the latest restaurant headlines: Openings Boardwalk Kitchen & Bar (1125 Shenandoah Drive, Shakopee): Spectators can enjoy a brand new way to...
Landscape a little bit different for WVU football coach this time out
Altoona Mirror - Pennsylvania
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West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez waves before speaking during the Big 12 NCAA college football media day in Frisco, Texas, Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/LM Otero) FRISCO, Texas — Rich Rodriguez has more gray around the temples than the...
Attorney General Nessel joins coalition against EPA's grant program termination
Great Lakes Wire - Michigan
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July 9, 2025
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief to support a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The legal action challenges the EPA's termination of the...
Minnesota DNR officials discover school of invasive carp gathering near La Crosse
WKBT - Wisconsin
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LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says it's found a school of invasive carp gathering in Pool 8 of the Mississippi River at the confluence of the Root River. The DNR and its partners located the invasive fish after...
More than a story: Minnesota researcher explores the power of fairy tales on children
Austin Daily Herald - Minnesota
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July 4, 2025
Published 2:00 pm Friday, July 4, 2025 By Kyra Miles Once upon a time, babies and toddlers gathered at the George Latimer Central Library in St. Paul for story time. They oohed and ahhed at the pictures, laughed at funny phrases — and they...
Minneapolis Homeowner Uncovers Incredible Blast From the Past
Racket - Minneapolis
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July 1, 2025
Welcome back to The Flyover, your daily digest of important, overlooked, and/or interesting Minnesota news stories. House Siding Project Leads to Historic Find Surprise "discoveries" are rarely a good thing when working on home improvements. But...
Minnesota farmer bullish on sustainable aviation fuel
Brownfield Ag News
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News Minnesota farmer bullish on sustainable aviation fuel A Minnesota corn and soybean farmer is bullish on the market potential of sustainable aviation fuel. Rob Tate of Cannon Falls says crops could become a major SAF feedstock. “I’m hopeful...
DNR seeks expansion of Carlton County’s largest wildlife management area
Pine Journal - Minnesota
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July 4, 2025
WRENSHALL — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources plans to expand Carlton County’s largest wildlife management area by another 495 acres. The DNR is working to acquire land formerly owned by lumber company Potlatch, which previously owned...
Map Shows States Where Wildlife Is Under Threat
Newsweek
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July 4, 2025
A number of Western states have vulnerable wildlife that would be threatened by possible land protection rollbacks, according to the conservation group the Wilderness Society. Government documents have indicated that President Donald Trump and the...
Supporters of climate action say work will continue in Minnesota despite federal reversal
Star Tribune - Minnesota
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July 4, 2025
“I don’t know what’s going to happen with our industry,” said Kim Benjamin, owner of Plymouth-based MNSolar, which installs rooftop solar on homes and small businesses. “Am I going to have to lay people off? It’s a big possibility.”Early analyses...
Breathing Dirty Air? It May Raise the Risk of a Common Brain Tumor
Newswise
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July 9, 2025
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE UNTIL 4:00 P.M. ET, WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2025 Highlights: People exposed to air pollution were more likely to develop meningioma, a typically noncancerous brain tumor. Ultrafine particles—from exhaust, smoke and emissions—were...
MINNESOTA SEEING ACTIVE TORNADO SEASON
Ingstad Media - Minnesota
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July 1, 2025
It’s been a busy season so far for emergency managers and storm chasers across Minnesota. The State Minnesota Climatology Office says the preliminary tornado count through the end of June stands at 48 – already surpassing the state’s average of 46...