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October 29, 2008 10:56 AM

NCLB changes coming

The Bush administration has issued new rules for the No Child Left Behind school law. That's likely to mean a significant drop in Minnesota's graduation rate.

by Tim Nelson

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October 28, 2008 5:00 PM

Haunted basement attracts while it scares

People are flocking to the Soap Factory gallery in Minneapolis to be scared. The gallery, just across the river from downtown, is making use of its 125-year-old building to present an artist-designed Haunted Basement.

by Euan Kerr

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October 24, 2008 3:01 AM

Marching bands to vie for state title Saturday

High school marching bands from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois and South Dakota will compete at an all-day event at the Metrodome Saturday.

by Tom Weber

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October 24, 2008 3:00 AM

Slideshow: Rosemount marching band practices

MPR's Tom Weber visited with the Rosemount High School marching band this week, as they prepare to defend their state title this weekend at the Metrodome.

by Tom Weber

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October 23, 2008 2:36 PM

Pawlenty pushes new school programs

Gov. Tim Pawlenty used a conference of rural educators Thursday to renew his push for a list of proposals, including summer school for 8th graders and online classes.

by Tom Weber

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October 23, 2008 3:00 AM

Some districts hope 'smaller is better' will get levies passed

For districts that have seen levies fail in the past, some are trying again and asking for less money.

by Tom Weber

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October 21, 2008 12:44 PM

St. John's University names interim president

St. John's University has named Dan Whalen, a 1970 graduate with a varied career in public policy and business, as its interim president.

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October 20, 2008 3:00 PM

Lack of a vote a year ago may imperil Duluth school levy

A proposed Duluth school levy faces a potential backlash from residents who are angry because they never got to vote last year on an expensive, long-range facilities plan.

by Bob Kelleher

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October 20, 2008 7:05 AM

Healthy behaviors linked to better GPA

The University of Minnesota has released a study showing a number of health related issues are taking a toll on college students grades.

by Tim Post

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October 16, 2008 10:56 AM

President of St. John's University retiring

The president of St. John's University in Collegeville is retiring for health reasons.

by Tim Post

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