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December 1, 2014 5:55 PM

Bye Nye's: Local landmark to close after 65 years

The bar, known for its throwback decor, polka band and piano bar sing-alongs, was named one of the best bars in America by Esquire in 2006.

by Peter Cox

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December 1, 2014 11:06 AM

The state of Minnesota arts nonprofits

What works about nonprofits, and what doesn't?

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December 1, 2014 9:06 AM

Tips for networking your way into a job

We discuss strategies for efficient networking.

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December 1, 2014 8:42 AM

U seeks funding for mining-related research

State officials hope to finish the final environmental analysis for the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine by early spring.

by Cathy Wurzer

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December 1, 2014 7:56 AM

Girl Scouts byting into digital for cookie sales

For the first time in nearly 100 years, Girl Scouts of the USA will allow its young go-getters to push their wares using an app or personalized websites.

by The Associated Press

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December 1, 2014 7:36 AM

Amazon unleashes robot army to send holiday packages faster

The online retailer has tapped squads of speedy robots in its quest to deliver goods to customers. Machines -- not humans -- now zip back and forth among warehouse shelves.

by Rachael Myrow

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December 1, 2014 12:00 AM

Medtronic CEO Omar Ishrak on global opportunities in health

Medtronic Chairman and CEO Omar Ishrak speaks about the challenges and opportunities to close the global disparity in access to biomedical technologies that can alleviate pain, restore health and extend life.

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November 30, 2014 5:06 PM

Cyber Monday gears up to get online shoppers hyped

The Monday after Thanksgiving has been the biggest online shopping day of the year since 2010.

by The Associated Press

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November 30, 2014 10:53 AM

Black Friday sales down at stores but surge online

Black Friday shopping at bricks-and-mortar stores was down about 7 percent from a year ago, according to ShopperTrak, but more purchases on Thanksgiving Day nearly made up the difference. Online retailers recorded double-digit increases in sales.

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November 29, 2014 12:00 AM

Farmers hope for a shot to finish harvest

The main problem is corn, with about four percent of the state's crop still in the field.

by Mark Steil

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