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December 17, 2011 9:00 AM

Advocates tout increase in Twin Cities cyclists

Organizers of Bike Walk Twin Cities say efforts to get Twin Cities residents out of their cars are paying off.

by Sasha Aslanian

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December 16, 2011 3:15 PM

Now Grand Marais will have a metal detector where it once got by on trust

As with other tourist destinations, Cook Country's considerable charm has never been the whole story.

by Jim Boyd

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December 15, 2011 6:00 AM

Neil Johnson frames the 'Resorts of Minnesota'

Author Neil Johnson spent a year traveling around the state visiting resorts and gathering their stories for his book, "Resorts of Minnesota." He says the first resorts opened in Minnesota in the 1870s, but it's hard to pinpoint the state's very first resort.

by Cathy Wurzer

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December 12, 2011 2:35 PM

Maybe I don't like your politics, but your grandkids are adorable

Through Facebook, we can build relationships and see ourselves in each other.

by Anne O'Connor

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December 12, 2011 5:00 AM

Who do you like more, Mom? Me, or Facebook?

She was staying in touch with Facebook friends at the expense of her human relationships.

by Susie Eaton Hopper

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December 10, 2011 9:23 AM

Como fundraising campaign reaches goal for new conservatory wing

The Campaign for Como recently secured more than $8.5 million in private donations for improvements at the free metro zoo and botanical garden.

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December 6, 2011 5:00 AM

What use is a perfect Christmas tree in an imperfect world?

This year, her family headed off into the woods to drag home a piece of nature. A big one, as it turned out.

by Lucie Amundsen

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December 5, 2011 11:38 AM

Rent-a-reindeer busy during the holidays

The rent-a-reindeer are busy with Christmas parties, parades and festivals. Their owners are Bob and Sandy Kendall who raise 11 reindeer at their farm near Glencoe.

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December 3, 2011 9:17 AM

Minn. ski hills open despite dry autumn months

As Minnesota says goodbye to an extremely dry fall, ski hills are busy making snow.

by Stephanie Hemphill

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December 2, 2011 12:00 AM

Midmorning Recommends

Books recently recommended by Midmorning guests and listeners.

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